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  • Liberty under law empowering youth, ensuring democracy

    When you enlisted or were commissioned in the Air Force, you swore to support and defend the Constitution of the United States. What does the Constitution mean to you? When was the last time you talked with your kids about the Constitution? What have you told them about our country and system of

  • Network 56: bridging the gap between enlisted ranks

    When you hear the name Network 56, what comes to mind? Many people would say it's an association, like Top 3, for active duty members in the ranks of E-5 and E-6. But is that really what Network 56 is all about? Not quite. Network 56 is an organization that serves as an internal resource for

  • A chief's tale

    Although a lot of my day is taken up with additional duties, not unlike many NCOs in the wing, there are days that I get to do something really interesting. Monday was one of those days when I had the opportunity to interview the wing's command chief. He seemed like a humble, but strong, chief, who

  • Myths and facts on sexual assaults

    It's time to take a stand. Mountain Home Air Force Base joins installations around the world to raise awareness regarding the alarming trend of sexual assault across the United States. National Sexual Assault Awareness Month starts April 1, and this year's theme encourages people to "Stand up

  • Airmen have the right … just not in uniform

    "That is my personal opinion and does not necessarily reflect the opinion of the United States Air Force or the Department of Defense." This is usually said in jest; however, in this day and age, it reflects the mantra Air Force members might want to say before they voice their opinion. According to

  • Shaking hands

    I think I blend into the local community fairly well. As far as I can see, the only thing that gives me away is the Department of Defense sticker on my windshield and my Michigan license plate. But on a recent trip to town, I realized there was something more significant and slightly less tangible

  • Warriors kick start 2007

    We are only seven weeks into 2007, yet the wing's already seen an unprecedented level of activity. We've hosted and participated in several massive events, welcomed back many Airmen from deployments and highlighted our efforts to numerous distinguished guests. The Warriors of the North have shown

  • He's coming home, what you need to know

    I remember the first time I heard the word "deployment," my husband and I had only been married for seven months. At that time, I was attending a commander's call briefing for spouses in the squadron and my husband, thankfully, was not going anywhere, or so I thought. I kept telling people I did not

  • Welcome home, Warriors

    Home. For those returning from a long deployment, coming home can have many meanings. It could mean returning to the loving arms of family and friends. It might mean getting life back to normal. And unfortunately, for some, coming home may mean entering into an environment of conflict and change. No

  • Keeping the motivation

    Once a year, all Air Force members must complete the Air Force Fitness Test. Although some test just to achieve 75 percent, there is a small percent of individuals who try and push themselves beyond Air Force standards. I have been stationed here for 2 and a half years. Although it's not what most