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  • Super Saber Performer

    Name: Airman 1st Class Tiffany SimmsUnit: 52nd Medical Operations SquadronDuty title: Mental health technicianHometown: Stafford, Va. Years in Service: 1 year 3 monthsWhy joined: I joined the U.S. Air Force to further my education and expand my leadership skills.Family: The Simms Family: Mom,

  • Partial Government Shutdown Q & A

    Below are common questions and answers regarding the partial government shutdown.  For more information on specific programs or facilities at Spangdahlem, please use the following link: www.spangdahlem.af.mil/shared/media/document/AFD-131011-002.pdfTLA Voucher Q&A (POCs: CES & CPTS)Q: What is the

  • Bitburg commissary to close doors Nov. 1

    As part of the continuing plan to turn the Bitburg Air Base Annex back over to the local community, the commissary will cease operations on Nov. 1. "This is just one of the steps in the evolution of the Bitburg Annex," said Lt. Col. Chad Morris, 52nd Mission Support Group deputy commander. "In this

  • Spangdahlem stomps out kitchen fires

    Fires are prevented through education, and every year, Fire Prevention Week is hosted across base to bring the basics of fire safety to all Sabers.Spangdahlem is celebrating Fire Prevention Week through Oct. 12 with daily base-wide events promoting awareness and prevention. A campaign is selected

  • Eifel Pet Spa offers 'Petsitters Club'

    When preparing for a long trip on an extended weekend, many may use a checklist to ensure nothing is forgotten. The checklist might include a tooth brush, clothes, deodorant and dropping off Fluffy, your pet. However, there may be times when Fluffy may be left behind. In those instances, especially

  • Wing builds camaraderie through competitiveness

    Members of the Spangdahlem community came together to cheer on their unit's teams as they fought for the title of Sports Day Champions Oct. 3, 2013. "We've all seen how much of an emphasis physical fitness has been in the Air Force and military in general," said Master Sgt. Steven White, 52nd

  • Saber Nation to conduct medical exercise Oct. 16

    The 52nd Public Health Emergency Office will leverage a medical exercise Oct. 16 to demonstrate the wing's capability to service the base population in the event of a disease threat or outbreak as efficiently as possible.The intent of the Public Health Emergency Working Group is to demonstrate the

  • Super Saber Performer

    Name: Staff Sgt. Adam SchwerinUnit: 726th Air Mobility SquadronDuty title: Aerospace Propulsion TechnicianHometown: Las Vegas, Nev.Years in Service: 6 yearsWhy joined: To travel and see the world.Hobbies: mountain biking, hiking, and campingFavorite aspect of job: Working hours to fix a broken plane

  • Partial Government Shutdown Impacts

    The below information is currently applicable during partial government shutdown. As information changes in this fluid environment, this list will be updated.What is NOT impacted:Activities:-Fa$t Ca$h Friday: Must be present to win! $3,000 Friday, Oct. 4; Club-Members Only Breakfast: Oct. 8,

  • Sexual assault, what is being done about it

    Combating sexual assault is the number one priority in the Department of Defense, according to the Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff. Through mandatory training, initiatives and stand down days, each service is taking this issue seriously. The Air Force incorporated another tactic to address