Bicycle safety: It's in the ride

Summer is here and that means the days are longer, the weather is warmer, and bicyclists are sharing the road.Riding responsibly can be the difference between life and death for a bicyclist, which is why it's imperative to be familiar with bicycle safety measures. "A key thing to remember about

Airmen train for decontamination

Lemon lot helps Airmen sell vehicles

When Airmen leave Shaw Air Force Base, South Carolina, vehicles can be a hassle to move. But, the 20th Force Support Squadron "Lemon Lot" can assist with the transition."The purpose of the Lemon Lot is to give an opportunity for base personnel and their families to try and sell their vehicles in a

Cut the lights out

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

Freezing Air: Airmen prepare liquid oxygen for sampling

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