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  • Military leaders pledge ‘Tenant Bill of Rights,’ other reforms to address substandard military housing

    The civilian and military leaders of the Air Force, Navy, Marines and Army attempted to convince skeptical senators that they are working aggressively – and effectively – to correct poorly maintained military housing that has left some homes coated in mold, infested with rodents and with other problems affecting health and safety, March 8.“Our
  • According to the Virginia Summit on Military Spouse Employment, the unemployment rate among military spouses is 28 percent and military spouse under-employment is at 38 percent.

    New legislation for military spouses licensing, certifications

    According to the Virginia Summit on Military Spouse Employment, the unemployment rate among military spouses is 28 percent, which is higher than the national or any state average.
  • Team Shaw members pose after jogging laps around Memorial Lake at the Alzheimer’s walk at on Shaw Air Force Base, S.C., Oct. 4, 2018.

    Alzheimer’s walk

    Typically, diseases are unforeseen and affect not only the host but their loved ones as well. Alzheimer’s is no different. It is a disease that destroys memory and other important mental functions. Treatment can help, but it has yet to be cured.
  • U.S. Air Force Staff Sgt. Patrick Lewis, 20th Equipment Maintenance Squadron aircraft structural maintenance mechanic, works on a bicycle at his home in Sumter, S.C., Sept. 10, 2018.

    Building bikes, making memories

    An old run-down, rusty bicycle sits abandoned. The neglected piece of metal may have once been a source of cherished memories, perhaps a childhood milestone, a vehicle for adventure or a tool for self-improvement.
  • U.S. Air Force Airman 1st Class Codey Martin, 20th Equipment Maintenance Squadron tactical aircraft maintainer, stands next to an F-16CM Fighting Falcon at Shaw Air Force Base, S.C., Aug. 10, 2018.

    What it means to serve

    Across the Department of Defense, military members dedicate themselves to protecting the United States and the American way of life through voluntary service.
  • U.S. Air Force Airman 1st Class BrieAnna Stillman, 20th Fighter Wing public affairs office photojournalist journeyman, logs into the Fitness On Request kiosk at the 20th Force Support Squadron main fitness center at Shaw Air Force Base, S.C., Aug. 10, 2018.

    20th FSS provides Fitness On Request

    Airmen and Soldiers at Shaw Air Force Base, South Carolina, are tasked with maintaining peak physical readiness.
  • (From left) Retired U.S. Air Force Col. Rick Davis, former F-16 pilot, retired Senior Master Sgt. Daniel Henderson, former dedicated crew chief, Capt. Brian Davis, 55th Fighter Squadron F-16 pilot, and Staff Sgt. Tyler Roecker, 20th Aircraft Maintenance Squadron dedicated crew chief, stand on the flight line at Shaw Air Force Base, S.C., Aug 3, 2018.

    It flies in the family

    An Air Force major walks down the flight line of Canon Air Force Base, New Mexico, making his way toward his F-16CJ Fighting Falcon, aircraft 90830. As he climbs into the cockpit of the jet affectionately known as the Viper, he mentally prepares himself for the mission ahead.
  • Donald Eady, 20th Force Support Squadron barber, cuts a Team Shaw member’s hair at Shaw Air Force Base, S.C., July 31, 2018.

    Barbers keep Airmen looking sharp

    Barbers provide their services to keep Team Shaw Airmen looking sharp and within Air Force regulations while in uniform as well as their families at Shaw Air Force Base, South Carolina.
  • U.S. Airmen assigned to the 20th Fighter Wing (FW) and Team Shaw spouses board a 72nd Air Refueling Squadron KC-135R Stratotanker prior to an incentive flight at Shaw Air Force Base, S.C., June 20, 2018.

    Airmen, family members witness mission in action

    Team Shaw spouses and Airmen assigned to the 20th Fighter Wing received incentive flights in a 72nd Air Refueling Squadron KC-135R Stratotanker, June 19-21.
  • A memorial was set for the passing of Senior Airman Trevor Moheit, who was assigned to 20th Equipment Maintenance Squadron aircraft structural maintenance, at Shaw Air Force Base, S.C., June 20, 2018.

    Remembering Trevor Moheit

    Team Shaw members gathered for a memorial in remembrance of Senior Airman Trevor Moheit who was assigned to the 20th Equipment Maintenance Squadron aircraft structural maintenance, to celebrate his life and the people he impacted on June 20.
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