Exercise team takes to skies

Enjoying an up-close view of a C-17 Globemaster over the Rocky Mountains is not the usual day for area media members and emergency responders. But the Crisis Communication Exercise conducted Jan. 22 by the 97th Air Mobility Wing Public Affairs office included a flight in a KC-135 tanker to witness

Altus firefighter excels at 'the toughest two minutes in sports'

It's important for Senior Airman Steven Jacobsen, a firefighter assigned to the 97th Civil Engineering Squadron, to train regularly and ensure he can perform his job well in extreme and demanding situations. But he also practices aspects of firefighting for another reason--the thrill of competition.

Altus photographers help Soldiers get promoted

Firefighter shares deployment experiences

Excercise provides valuable training for emergency response

Airmen and technology keep Altus air traffic flowing

Mother corrects son's rank

Airmen Against Drunk Driving volunteers recognized

Returning deployer becomes Welcome Home winner

Serving neighbors: Where good vibes are the shopping norm

Spending money seems a little easier when the cashier knows your name. It's great to have a butcher you can trust. Produce managers who know a good melon are hard to find. It's really nice when the person asking if there's anything they can do to help is genuine. Shopping at the Altus Air Force Base