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  • Area Defense Counsel: here for Airmen

    My name is Joshua Joyce and I am the new Area Defense Counsel here at Shaw Air Force Base. I am honored to represent the Airmen at Shaw and am excited about my future here. A little about me: I love music, a good book with coffee, and cannot wait for the final season of Game of Thrones. My marching

  • Gamblers demonstrate F-16 mission

    The 77th FS Gamblers hosted a career day for two youth groups at Shaw Air Force Base, South Carolina, and a range day at Poinsett Electronic Combat Range, near Wedgefield, for the families of 20th Fighter Wing members, Sept. 22.

  • 2017 Robot Rodeo wrangles advanced EOD technology

    ATLANTA — Air Force, civilian and international explosive ordnance disposal experts recently shared tactics, techniques and procedures during the 2017 Eastern National Robot Rodeo and Capabilities Exercise in Atlanta.The week-long event, held at Dobbins Air Reserve Base and the Atlanta Hartsfield

  • Never Forget POW/MIA

    Airmen and Soldiers at Shaw Air Force Base, South Carolina, celebrated national POW/MIA Recognition Day with a recognition ceremony hosted by the Air Force Sergeants Association, Chapter 377, Sept. 22.

  • Ownership; the clear path to future success

    Oftentimes when I hear someone speak of ownership I have visions of Dr. Phil telling someone to “own” some terrible thing they’ve done in the past. It conjures up images of only taking responsibility when a mistake occurs or that only certain individuals (i.e. the commander or the parent) should be

  • Shaw celebrates International Housekeepers Week

    Lek Sullivan, 20th Force Support Squadron (FSS) custodial worker, plays a soap-stacking game, Sept. 17, 2015, and U.S. Air Force Master Sgt. Marretha Davis, 20th FSS assistant lodging manager, participates in a relay race, Sept. 16, 2016. The International Executive Housekeepers Association

  • Suicide Prevention Month raises awareness, promotes understanding

    Throughout September, organizations across the United States make efforts to raise awareness of a mental health issue affecting many demographics. During Suicide Prevention Month, organizations promote the understanding of suicide by providing information about how individuals can identify warning

  • Take action to make a smooth transition with TRICARE in 2018

    You may be wondering what action you need to take, if any, to ensure you continue TRICARE coverage in 2018. Some beneficiaries will need to take action, but most will not. If you’re currently enrolled in or eligible for TRICARE coverage on Dec. 31, 2017, you’ll transition to your respective TRICARE