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Oct. 1, 2024
Scott AFB hosts Storytellers event: Every Airman has a story

Many Airmen go through deep, personal challenges–few go on stage to share these stories in hopes that others can learn. That is exactly what the Airmen at the Storytellers event decided to do here last Friday.Storytellers, hosted by the Scott Air Force Base Resilience Office, is a forum for Airmen
Sept. 20, 2024
Integrating Risk Management into 101 Critical Days of Summer

As summer draws to an end, consider the hazards and how to mitigate them. Weather can change quicker than expected, so don’t get caught unaware. Be prepared for any type of weather -- from sunny and hot days that can cause dehydration to frost and fallen leaves making walking surfaces slippery or
Sept. 20, 2024
Standing up new commands: designing the DAF for Great Power Competition

The panel discussed the development and realignment of the department’s commands during an era of Great Power Competition.
Sept. 18, 2024
Healy stresses Reserve readiness during GPC panel at Air, Space and Cyber Conference

Lt. Gen. John Healy focused his remarks Sept. 18 on Reserve readiness and integration amid the Great Power Competition during a panel held here at the Air and Space Forces Association’s Air, Space and Cyber Conference.
Sept. 17, 2024
AF Reserve Senior Enlisted Advisor voices value of supporting Reserve families at Air, Space and Cyber Conference

Chief Master Sgt. Israel Nuñez highlighted the importance of addressing quality of life challenges during the “United Forces and Families: Creative Childcare Solutions” panel at the Air and Space Forces Association’s Air, Space and Cyber Conference, Sept. 17. He highlighted the childcare initiatives
Sept. 17, 2024
USAF Units of Action: Combat Wings, Air Base Wings, Institutional Wings defined

The Department of the Air Force will implement a new construct that will evolve wings into cohesive Units of Action by separating them into Combat Wings, Air Base Wings, and Institutional Wings. This will be a phased approach, starting no later than the summer of 2025.
Sept. 16, 2024
Kendall highlights accomplishments, urgency to finish transitioning to Great Power Competition

Conceding that his future as secretary is connected to the outcome of November’s election, Secretary of the Air Force Frank Kendall used a high-profile keynote address Sept. 16 to highlight achievements modernizing and reshaping the Air Force and Space Force while also emphasizing unfinished work
Sept. 13, 2024
Secretary of Defense announces seven new initiatives to enhance well-being of military force and their families

Secretary of Defense Lloyd J. Austin III announced seven initiatives to improve the quality of life for service members and their families.