Team Shaw takes fitness to the max

Not only Airmen, but all Team Shaw members need to stay safe and healthy during the upcoming months of summer, and being fit plays a role in this process. One of the four pillars of Airman resiliency (spiritual, physical, emotional, and social) advocates being physically healthy, which experts say

Chief Master Sgt. Robert Benton retires

U.S. Air Force Chief Master Sgt. Robert Benton retires after more than 30 years of military service here, May 16. Benton originally enlisted in the U.S. Army in June 1982, and three years later enlisted in the Air Force. Throughout his career, he provided deployment support for Operation Desert

Shaw firefighters prepare for heat

U. S. Air Force Airmen assigned to the 20th Civil Engineer squadron fire department practiced ladder climbs here, May 16.  The firefighters train weekly on structural firefighting, aircraft firefighting, hazardous materials, rescue operations including confined space and also vehicle extrication.

Shaw fighter pilot named best in the Air Force

After returning from Operation Enduring Freedom in Afghanistan April 13, a 77th Fighter Squadron weapons officer has more than just a homecoming to celebrate.Capt. Hugh Walker was welcomed home with two prestigious awards, the Lt. Col. Anthony C. Shine Award and the Robbie Risner Award.The Lt. Col.

'Tiger' to become a Thunderbird

A 79th Fighter Squadron pilot has been named the next Thunderbird No. 8, the team's advance pilot and narrator.Capt. Joshua Larsen, 79th FS pilot, will be assigned to the 2014 demonstration season as part of the 12 person team's 61st season.His duties will include advancing to show sites ahead of

Heating up with hot pits

20th Fighter Wing crew chiefs and refueling specialists performed the fast-tempo refueling process known as hot pits refueling here, May 9. Hot pits refueling is a procedure performed during combat situations to rapidly refuel aircraft while the engine continues to run.

Enlisted Spouses’ Club hold reception for scholarship recipients

Parent advisory committee recognizes National Provider Appreciation Week

Senior Master Sgt. Firello White retires

Shaw holds America's Kids Run

The 2013 "America's Kids Run" was held at Shaw, May 17. The run took place at the youth sports complex on the running trail and was directed by Larry Stegall, 20th Fighter Wing youth sports director, and Wally Frohling, 20th FW assistant youth sports director. Participants in the run were required