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  • Tuskegee Airmen key to AF history

    The Tuskegee Airmen were dedicated, determined young men who enlisted to become America's first black military airmen, at a time when there were many people who thought that black men lacked intelligence, skill, courage and patriotism. They came from every section of the country, with large numbers

  • Thunderbirds help tell AF story

    On June 8, 1953, the U.S. Air Force Thunderbirds, officially designated the 3600th Air Demonstration Flight, performed for the first time at Luke Air Force Base, Ariz. Their first aircraft was the straight-winged F-84G Thunderjet, a combat fighter-bomber that had seen action in Korea. Three years

  • Coin check!

    As the Air Force celebrates its 60th Anniversary, we reflect on an old tradition, one whose roots are as deep and as meaningful as any in the Air Force. Across the bar, the words "Coin Check!" are belted out, and suddenly, drinks are finding their ways to the rightful owners. Members of Class 07-06

  • Origin of the salute

    As the Air Force continues to celebrate its 60th Anniversary, let's take a look back on some of the customs and how they originated. Today, the origin of the hand salute is uncertain. Some historians believe it began in late Roman times when assassinations were common. A citizen who wanted to see a

  • Sheppard weight lifters show their power at state championships

    Two Team Sheppard members recently returned with honors from the Texas State Power Lifting Championships in Houston. Senior Master Sgt. Kelly Hight, the 82nd Medical Group first sergeant, set state records in the dead lift, bench press and squat events, while Tech. Sgt. Darrin Charles won the

  • Sheppard's economic impact nears $1 billion

    Dollars. Pesos. Rubles. It doesn't matter the currency; $885 million is a lot of money. Sheppard contributed that much and a little more to the area economically in 2006. According to the 2006 Annual Report provided by the 82nd Comptroller Squadron, Sheppard's Total Economic Impact was $885,240,795.

  • 80th OG lieutenant aids in New Orleans rebuilding effort

    Second Lt. Garret Moore recently decided to do something somewhat unusual with his leave time, but it was also rewarding and positive. The young 80th Operations Group executive officer spent March 10-17 in the city of New Orleans, assisting with the continued relief effort in the aftermath of

  • Recycling program set to get underway in housing areas

    The long awaited recycling program is finally here, just in time for recycling week. The City of Wichita Falls is in the process of distributing organic recycling carts to each home within Wherry, Bunker Hill and Capehart housing areas. These containers are for organic recyclables only, such as

  • SFS members coined for ‘above and beyond’ activities

    It's always a good thing when the boss personally recognizes individuals for accomplishments, much like 82nd Training Wing Commander Brig. Gen. Richard Devereaux did April 9 at the 82nd Security Forces Squadron. Although he recently congratulated the security forces team on winning the Air

  • Buying outside the box

    Catalogs, product and samples galore were available with rows and rows of vendors proudly displaying their wares. The vendors waited patiently to provide demonstrations, explanations and assistance, and the customers were ready to receive. This year's 10th Annual 2007 Government Purchase Card Vendor