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  • Sheppard to host annual Freedom Fest

    Sheppard will host the annual Freedom Fest from 8 a.m. to 11 p.m. July 3 with free admission.A few major events planned for the 2010 Freedom Fest include a volleyball tournament, Wade Bowen concert, car show and fireworks presentation. The volleyball tournament will begin at 10 a.m. Each team must

  • Critical Days of Summer Campaign focuses on PMV safety

    The Air Force and Sheppard Air Force Base, Texas, will be focusing on private motor vehicle safety and awareness, as part of the Critical Days of Summer Campaign, during the week of June 7. According to the CDS 2010 Campaign website, private motor vehicle mishaps are the leading cause of death for

  • Little Team Sheppard members maintain fitness

    Sheppard's Madrigal Youth Center hosted an American Armed Forces Kids Run at the 1-mile track June 5. More than 100 participants dashed around the track, running distances ranging from .5 to 2 miles. Evelyn Holmes, event coordinator, said the principle of the run was to encourage not only kids'

  • Conserve water this summer

    Have you ever heard of the saying "If you don't like the weather in Texas, wait awhile, it'll change?" North Texans know seasonal droughts and erratic weather are just part of living in the region. That's why it's important for us to use "common sense" water conservation efforts at home and at the

  • Handling vehicle repairs wisely

    Vehicle repairs are among the most common and frustrating consumer problems. Airmen are often overcharged or become victims of poor workmanship and deception by auto mechanics. Airmen can protect themselves from this issue by doing a few simple things beforehand.Know the vehicle warrantyIf there is

  • Be sun safe during the summer months

    Protection from sun exposure is important all year round, not just during the summer or at the beach. Ultraviolet rays can reach the skin on cloudy and hazy days, as well as bright and sunny days. UV rays also reflect off of surfaces like water, cement, sand and snow.The hours between 10 a.m. and 4

  • Critical Days of Summer seeks active participation

    As the summer months approach, it is important to reiterate the importance of safety and risk management as the participation in outdoor sports and recreation increases, whether at home or deployed. Every year Airmen are lost in summer-related mishaps, many of which are preventable. This summer the

  • Air Force launches new legal assistance website

    Next time clients need a will, power of attorney or just have a legal question, they can visit the new Air Force Legal Assistance website at https://aflegalassistance.law.af.mil. The website is designed for active duty and reserve component members, retirees and dependents. The website was created

  • Night vision goggles increase deployment stability

    For some Airmen it is a priority to accomplish the Air Force mission during daytime hours. However, for some Airmen it is done from sunset to sunrise. Night vision goggles provide Airmen with the ability to complete the mission during the hours of darkness. Sheppard trains NVG maintainers and every

  • It’s a dog’s life

    Sheppard recently began a construction project that will enhance life for a few four-legged members of the base. Air Education and Training Command awarded $700,000 to the 82nd Security Forces Squadron military working dogs kennel project. Tech. Sgt. Christopher Hann, 82nd SFS kennel master, said