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  • 20th FSS shows military appreciation

    The 20th Force Support Squadron held the Shaw Air Force Base, South Carolina 2014 Freedom Bash here, July 3 at the Woodland Pool. The annual event gave the community a chance to show their appreciation to service members on base. "We really do love everything service members do for us," said Tim

  • 4th of July firework safety

    With the Fourth of July upon us, the proper safety precautions should be taken while handling fireworks.In 2012, U.S. hospital emergency rooms treated approximately 8,700 people for firework-related injuries, according to the National Fire Prevention Association."Normally, fireworks are bought for

  • New first-line supervisors graduate ALS

    The newest first-line supervisors graduated from the Senior Master Sgt. David B. Reid Airman Leadership School Class 14-5 here, June 26.These senior airmen and staff sergeants have met and exceeded the requirements set by the Air Force to lead Airmen in every capacity.Senior Airman Adam Abrahani,

  • Weasel Victory 14-07 tests 20th FW Airmen

    Airmen from across the 20th Fighter Wing participated in operational readiness exercise Weasel Victory 14-07 here, June 23 and 24.The Airmen simulated a deployment to "Base X" to demonstrate and evaluate war-fighting skills in a U.S. Central Command scenario and to effectively employ 20th FW

  • 495th FG change of command

    For the first time since its reactivation in 2013, the 495th Fighter Group held a change of command ceremony here, June 20.Established in October 1943, the 495th FG trained several P-47pilots during World War II. Spanning five detachments throughout the Air Force, the 495th FG is currently assigned

  • API - making a more efficient Air Force

    The Air Force has always encouraged Airmen to share innovative ideas with their leaders as a way of fostering a work environment that inspires on adapting and overcoming challenges.One way top leaders in the Air Force are bolstering these efforts is through the Airmen Powered by Innovation program.