97th CES fire department responds to fire

Altus AFB celebrates Energy Action Month

"During National Energy Awareness Month, we recognize the contributions of individuals, organizations, and companies that are committed to advancing energy innovation and efficiency, and we promote the importance of a clean energy economy to our nation," said President Barack Obama in a proclamation

Fire Prevention Week: "Have Two Ways Out"

The 97th Civil Engineer Squadron fire department hosted various activities on base to promote Fire Prevention Week's theme "Have Two Ways Out" from Oct. 7-13.According to the National Fire Protection Association website, this year's theme "focuses on the importance of fire escape planning and

New AFLINK application

Staying connected and keeping up with the latest news and information has never been easier for America's Airmen. On the Air Force's 65th birthday, Sept. 18, officials announced that the service has released a mobile application designed to keep Airmen, families, retirees, recruits and the public

Altus AFB Exchange opens doors to local vendors

While the economy may have forced some retailers to scale back on merchandise or services, the Army & Air Force Exchange Service is actively seeking the assistance of local businesses to increase the product selection troops and their families find at their Exchange."Some shoppers drive 40 miles or

Lodging rates increase Oct. 1

After four years without a rate increase, Air Force lodging rates will go up beginning Oct. 1, Air Force Personnel Center Officials said today. The increase is necessary to ensure Air Force Lodging rates cover current operating and capital improvement costs, said Maj. Gen. A.J. Stewart, AFPC

97th LRS Airmen, Navy reservists conduct fuels training

The 97th Logistics Readiness Squadron Fuels Management Flight provided Air Force-specific refueling equipment training to four Navy Petty Officers Sept. 10-21.After completing the initial portion of familiarization with inspection and maintenance, the Petty Officers rotated to shift work and rode

Better Body. Better Life. aims to help Airmen enjoy healthy eating

A new Air Force weight management program will be available at the Health and Wellness Center beginning Oct. 30, 2012, just in time to help avoid holiday weight gain."The name of the program is Better Body. Better Life," said Tara Beth Johnson, 97th Medical Group nutrition program manager. "It is a

Altus AFB and community remember POW/MIA day

Members of Altus AFB and the City of Altus honored America's prisoners of war and those missing in action with a 24-hour remembrance run at the base track and a ceremony at the Jackson County Courthouse, Sept. 21, 2012.The 24-hour Prisoner of War/Missing in Action remembrance run kicked off at the

Service members compete for EIC badge at rifle shooting competition

Service members participated in a rifle Elementary Level Excellence in Competition match hosted by the 97th Security Forces Squadron Sept. 20 at the base Combat Arms firing range."It was awesome, I loved it," said Maj. Rebb Jones, 97th Air Mobility Wing chief executive. "I never want to pass up a