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  • AMC Marathoners Wanted

    The 11th Annual Air Force Marathon will be held 15 September 2007, at Wright-Patterson AFB, OH, as part of the AF's 60th Anniversary celebration. Marathon organizers have set a goal for 10,000 runners to participate. New, this year, is the "MAJCOM Challenge," whereby a traveling trophy will be

  • Spouses receive special treatment while their Airmen are deployed

    Thanks to a donation by TriWest, 25 military spouses were given the chance to relax at a local spa, July 28. "The donation, made to Friends of Family Support earlier this year, was initially earmarked for Air Force families," said Cheryl Anderson, director of the Airman and Family Readiness Center.

  • RODEO results are in

    The Warriors of the North came home with two trophies and many stories to tell Saturday after the week-long RODEO competition held at McChord Air Force Base, Wash. Competition events started almost as soon as the team arrived July 21. The fit to fight competition, which tested the team in push-ups,

  • Base's first triathlon draws dozens

    The first Grand Forks Air Force Base triathlon drew more that 40 competitors here, July 28. The event, consisting of a 400-meter swim, 12-mile bike and 5K run, drew both veteran and first-time triathletes. "I'm very happy with the turnout today," said Mrs. Rachelle Sian, event coordinator. "To my

  • Using TRICARE benefits with other health insurance

    For family members covered by both a TRICARE plan and other health insurance (OHI), knowing how to use the two together will help ensure that claims are processed quickly and correctly. TRICARE, in most cases, will pay second to the OHI. However, TRICARE is the primary payer for beneficiaries

  • Using TRICARE and VA Together for Your Benefit

    Retired Service members may be eligible to use either TRICARE or the Department of Veteran's Affairs (VA) benefits for health care services. Veterans choosing between the two programs should compare the co-payments and other financial responsibilities to make the right decision for each individual's

  • Antiterrorism office thwarts the bad guys

    Every terrorist act is the result of planning and preparation on the terrorists' part, but many times no one notices the warning signs that may have prevented the attack. Worse yet, someone may see the warning signs but not take any action. For the 319th Air Refueling Wing Antiterrorism office,