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  • Grand Forks Airman accepted into USAFA

    For a young man who always knew he would join the military, one might think being born and raised an hour away from the U.S. Air Force Academy would provide plenty incentive for a future career. But that was hardly the case for Senior Airman Josh Vermeylen, 319th Medical Operations Squadron, who

  • Sven’s Summertime Safety: Grilling

    Nothing says warmer temperatures and good times like the smell of freshly lit grills. Here are some tips to help you stay safe this grilling season:Propane grills are a quick and clean alternative to charcoal. Many argue that using gas isn't grilling, but rather just outdoor cooking. None the less

  • Grand Forks welcomes Global Hawk

    Grand Forks Air Force Base celebrated the arrival of the RQ-4 Global Hawk intelligence, surveillance and reconnaissance remotely piloted aircraft during a ceremony here June 1.The ceremony, featuring speaker Maj. Gen. Thomas K. Andersen, Headquarters, Air Combat Command director of requirements, was

  • Thinking of quitting? This new TRICARE benefit could help!

    Have you ever thought of quitting smoking, but just didn't feel readY -- yet? Or perhaps, you want to quit, but don't know where to start.After all, kicking that habit isn't exactly easy.That's why TRICARE now offers a new counseling benefit for smoking cessation. You don't need to have a

  • Det. 1 changes command

    Lt. Col. Scott J. West assumed command of Detachment 1, 9th Reconnaissance Wing at Grand Forks Air Force Base during a change-of-command ceremony May 23. Colonel West, the former Chief of MQ-1 Requirements Branch, Air Combat Command at Langley Air Force Base, Va., replaced Lt. Col. Eric L.