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  • ALTUS AIR FORCE BASE, Okla. -- Master Sgt. Ron Gregory, Altus AFB in-service recruiter, talks to a potential applicant about opportunities available in the Air Force Reserve. Sergeant Gregory guides applicants through the enlistment process and informs those interested in joining the reserves what programs are open to them. (U.S. Air Force photo/Kevin T. Chandler)

    Oklahoma native helps Airmen serve

    One man is making a huge difference in the face of today's Air Force, but many of us never see him...we just walk by, never even knowing he's there. As foot traffic flows through the halls and stairways of the Colonel Burleson Consolidated Support Facility many people travel past a small office with an American flag next to the door, never paying
  • ALTUS AIR FORCE BASE, Okla. -- Master Sgt. James Howard, 97th Operations Support Squadron, reads to children during the library's weekly "story time" hour. The long-running service lets kids enjoy stories with their parents and friends and also build crafts to take home. The event highlighted National Library Week. (U.S. Air Force photo/Kenneth A. Scarle)

    Weekly library service strengthens base community

    As storm clouds dominated the Southwest Oklahoma sky April 16, bringing howling winds and pelting rain, clouds and wind also swept through the quiet stacks at the base library. Master Sgt. James Howard, flight chief for the 97th Operations Support Squadron's weather flight, shared two books on weather in what has become a treasured pastime for
  • ALTUS AIR FORCE BASE, Okla. -- Rusty Wortham, Windy Trails Golf Course manager, tees off at the first hole of the course April 6. Windy Trails offers a variety of services to a gamut of people with different skill levels ranging from beginner and intermediate golf clinics to golf gear rental and purchase. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Tiffany M. Deuel)

    Windy Trails offers fun at reasonable price

    Spring is here and people in the Altus area are looking for outdoor activities to have fun with family and friends. Look no further than the Altus Air Force Base Windy Trails Golf Course. For 2009, Windy Trails makes it affordable for individuals, families and guests of the base to golf. A weekend nine-hole fee now ranges from $5 to $13 depending
  • ALTUS AIR FORCE BASE, Okla. -- A member of Altus' newly formed "Lunch Bunch" bike group begins the trip to the reservoir for the group's weekly ride. Formed by Col. Noel Zamot, the group meets every Wed. at 11:30 to enjoy a scenic ride and a great workout. (U.S. Air Force photo/Kenneth A. Scarle)

    Warm weather, new ‘Lunch Bunch’ bring bicycle safety to forefront

    The recent string of 70 degree days means cyclists of all ages are dusting their bikes off and hitting the trails. Before getting back into a bicycling routine, it is important to review proper bike safety. Ms. Sheila Sollis, 97th Air Mobility Wing ground safety office, offers these tips to enjoy safe cycling this spring and summer: · buy a
  • ALTUS AIR FORCE BASE, Okla. -- Western Oklahoma State College students utilize the school's Learning Resouce Center computers. Recently, unauthorized software installed on the server provided access to students' personal information. Information technology staff isolated the server within 24 hours of security breach notification, avoiding further information access or compromise (U.S. Air Force photo/ Kenneth A. Scarle).

    Western Oklahoma State College victim of network breach

    On Feb. 18, officials at Western Oklahoma State College received notice of a possible breach in computer network security from an out-of-state organization. Once college personnel investigated they discovered unauthorized software had been installed in one of the college's servers. Mr. Kent Brooks, chief technology officer at the college, said he

  • Airman and Family Readiness Center holds first 2009 town hall meeting

    The Airman and Family Readiness Section held a Parent/School Town Hall Meeting Feb. 2, at the base Freedom Community Center. The 6 p.m. event lasted more than one and half hours with parents and Altus school officials engaging in an information exchange that will certainly produce subsequent events. Col. Noel Zamot, 97th Mission Support Group

  • Contracting Squadron recognized with individual, unit awards

    Air Education and Training Command recently released their list of contracting award winners for the 2008 fiscal year. The 97th Contracting Squadron was selected as AETC's outstanding contracting unit, small base category. Additionally, Mr. Michael Schuman, supervisory contracting specialist, was named the Secretary of the Air Force Professionalism

  • Top 3 award recognizes top duty performers

    The Top 3 Council, a mentoring group comprised of senior non-commissioned officers, has created a new award to recognize outstanding performers. The Altus Warrior of the Month award gives supervisors a chance to acknowledge Airmen typically not chosen for awards focused on duty performance as well as volunteerism and education. Master Sgt. Richard

  • Altus Officers Spouse Club offering scholarship programs

    The Altus Officers Spouse Club proudly announces the Merit Scholarship Programs for 2009. In years past, AOSC has awarded scholarships to assist high school students and military spouses attain their higher education goals. The Base Thrift Shop profits are the main contributor for these scholarships. The first program provides opportunities to

  • Final days for 2009 Secretary of Defense Employer Support Freedom Award nominations

    Members of the Oklahoma National Guard or Reserves are encouraged to nominate companies who enthusiastically support the military and their families for the 2009 Secretary of Defense Employer Support Freedom Award. Fifteen recipients throughout the United States will be selected. The winners typically represent both large and small employers within
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