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July 13, 2022
Ploetz takes command of 82nd Training Group

The 82nd Training Group welcomed new leadership July 8, 2022, when Col. Charles G. Ploetz took command of the organization known as Aircraft Maintenance University. Col. John C. Lofton the III relinquished command.
July 6, 2022
Lofton set to retire after 30 years of service

82nd Training Group Commander Col. John C. Lofton III's Air Force journey will end where it began as he is set to hang up his uniform and leave the Air Force from the very place he started more than 30 years ago. He will relinquish command during a ceremony on July 7, 2022, and retire on a later
July 2, 2022
Friend of Sheppard and MOH recipient Hershel 'Woody' Williams passes

Hershel “Woody” Williams, the last surviving World War II Medal of Honor recipient and friend of Sheppard AFB, died June 29, 2022, at the age of 98. He was awarded the medal for his actions on the tiny Pacific island of Iwo Jima on Feb. 23, 1945.
July 1, 2022
'Ride into Summer' campaign awards new bikes to children

Nine Sheppard AFB children were rewarded with new bicycles July 1, 2022, for their efforts in the Commissary's "Ride into Summer" coloring contest and campaign.
June 30, 2022
Mueller's penchant for 'yes' leads to eventful 25-year career

Chief Master Sgt. Matthew Mueller, the former command chief master sergeant of the 80th Flying Training Wing and Euro-NATO Joint Jet Pilot Training program here, retired from the Air Force June 29, 2022.
June 30, 2022
Bioenvironmental releases annual water quality report

According to the annual Consumer Confidence Report, the drinking water on Sheppard meets or exceeds standards established by the Environmental Protection Agency.
June 29, 2022
Robins Airman working to bring innovative tool to Air Force

Innovation and collaboration are two concepts Air Force Chief of Staff Gen. Charles Q. Brown, Jr., believes makes the impossible possible to accelerate technological advancements.
June 29, 2022
Sheppard first of 4 new child development centers this year

The Air Force Installation and Mission Support Center continues its mission to strengthen Department of the Air Force families by delivering right-sized and quality childcare infrastructure, and Sheppard Air Force Base is the first of four installations to be constructed.
June 24, 2022
Orgeron takes command of 80th FTW, ENJJPT

Col. Brad E. Orgeron took command of the 80th Flying Training Wing at Sheppard Air Force Base, Texas, June 24, 2022. Col. Robert F. Haas Jr. relinquished command.
June 23, 2022
Haas set to hang up flight suit after almost 27 years of service

Col. Robert F. Haas Jr.’s life has admittedly been full of unplanned journeys. His almost 27-year adventure as an Air Force officer and aviator will come to a close June 24, 2022, when he relinquishes command of the 80th Flying Training Wing here and retires from the service.

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