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  • New PT revision rewards fit Airmen

    With new changes to the physical fitness test taking effect July 1, an addition was made for Airmen who excel on their physical assessment.Airmen who receive an "excellent," or a 90 or above, will only have to take the PT test once a year.Shaw Airmen are among many across the Air Force gearing up

  • Air Force legal assistance website

    The Air Force legal assistance website has changed its address to https://aflegalassistance.law.af.mil. The website is designed for active duty and reserve component members, retirees and dependents. You can fill out online worksheets for wills, living wills and powers of attorney. After completing

  • COMACC visits Shaw, highlights Year of AF Family

    The commander of Air Combat Command, Gen. William M. Fraser III, recognized the contributions of 20th Fighter Wing Airmen during his visit here June 16.One of the main purposes for General Fraser's visit to Shaw was to recognize Airmen and their families and express the gratitude he has for them.

  • Airmen learn the safe way of having fun

    Airmen in all Shaw Air Force Base units are briefed weekly on safety practices in preparation for weekend breaks.In South Carolina, the hot and sunny weather is both a blessing and a curse. While people are able to enjoy the outdoors, sunburns and dehydration are common hazards. A less common but

  • Jammin' July 4th Celebration

    The 20th Fighter Wing and the City of Sumter are hosting the annual Jammin' July 4th Celebration from 5  to 11 p.m. July 4 at Dillon Park in Sumter, S.C. Admission is free! Beverages and food will be available for purchase. Enjoy fireworks, rides and live entertainment provided by the U.S. Air Force

  • Team Shaw participates in warrior run

    Hundreds of members from Team Shaw participated in the monthly five kilometer warrior run at the sports complex here June 18.The warrior run is a self paced 3.1 mile timed run that occurs around the middle of the month.It promotes physical fitness for Airmen and provides the opportunity for espirit

  • Shaw hosts first Iron Chef competition

    The 20th Force Support Squadron Sustainment Flight hosted its first Iron Chef competition at the dining facility here on May 11. Senior Master Sgt. Andre Tolliver and Senior Airman Elisabeth McClean were on the first team, competing with Staff Sgts. Willie Baldwin and Roy Jones, on the second team.

  • 20th FW welcomes new commander

    Airmen of the 20th Fighter Wing came together in Hangar 1200 here to welcome their new commander June 4.Colonel Charles Moore took command of the 20th FW from Col. Joseph Guastella at a ceremony officiated by Maj. Gen. William Holland, 9th Air Force commander. "Thanks for being such a good host,"

  • Shaw Air Force Base civilian receives Gold Star award

    A Shaw Air Force Base, S.C., civilian was honored at the 2010 Small Business Association National Small Business Week event here May 25. Judith P. Croxton, the director of business operations, received the SBA Gold Star award on behalf of the 20th Contracting Squadron at Shaw AFB, which was