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  • 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

  • Weasel maintainers return from evacuation

    Airmen assigned to the 20th Aircraft Maintenance Squadron returned home from Barksdale Air Force Base, Louisiana, Sept. 13, after nearly 50 20th Fighter Wing pilots returned Sept. 12.

  • Sumter community supports Shaw

    This week’s flashback Friday is a reminder of the local community’s appreciation for Shaw Air Force Base, South Carolina.

  • Barksdale Provides Shelter for Evacuated Airmen, Aircraft

    The hurricane season is in full swing yet again. For the third consecutive year, Team Barksdale provided refuge to Airmen and aircraft seeking shelter from Hurricane Irma. More than 100 personnel accompanied over 70 aircraft, such as the F-16 Fighting Falcon from Shaw Air Force Base, S.C., the C-17

  • Shaw Weasel receives Honor Guard Centurion Award

    In a quiet, solemn room, one Airman dressed in blue, in tandem with a wingman, silently folds a flag. The flag serves as a reminder of the service and sacrifice given by those who passed to those who live on.

  • Always remember

    This week’s Flashback Friday is a reminder of one of the most haunting tragedies in U.S. history.