Oct. 18, 2007 Debunking the COLA Myth When arriving overseas you probably noticed an additional item on your pay statement entitled COLA or Cost of Living Allowance. What is COLA and why do we receive this allowance? COLA is intended to maintain your purchasing power so you can purchase similar goods and services overseas as in the
Oct. 18, 2007 Tricare adds coverage for breast cancer MRI screenings www.tricare.mil/pressroom/doctor_is_in.aspxRecognizing the importance of early detection, officials from the Tricare Management Activity recently changed its policy adding coverage for Magnetic Resonance Imaging screening for women at high risk of developing breast cancer. The American Cancer
Oct. 17, 2007 Holiday deadlines rapidly approaching for troop support While the holidays may still seem far away, Americans hoping to show their support to deployed troops must be aware of some rapidly approaching deadlines. According to the Military Postal Service Agency, or MPSA, mail going parcel post must be sent by Nov. 14, while first class mail must be sent by
Oct. 17, 2007 Wing safety office spreads knowledge to protect motorists The 52nd Fighter Wing Safety Office has a few pointers to make the change in weather and driving as painless as possible for Eifel community residents. Winter is upon us, and there are some important things Sabers should know to get through this year's winter season safe and accident-free. "Saber
Oct. 16, 2007 Wing emphases early release policy Due to last year's inclement weather situations and hazardous road conditions, the 52nd Fighter Wing leadership drafted a new policy regarding early release, and introduced a staggering release policy designed to help keep Sabers safe on their drives home. Members from weather, security forces and
Oct. 16, 2007 Roll into winter weather with caution In addition to maintaining proper tire pressure, here are tips for making sure vehicles are ready for upcoming winter weather. * Install four snow tires -- To help maintain control and stability of vehicles in slippery conditions, snow tires must be installed in sets of four. * Watch tread -- As a
Oct. 16, 2007 Date set for Gen. Hobbins' Order of the Sword induction Preparations are underway for the Order of the Sword induction ceremony to honor Gen. William T. Hobbins, commander of U.S. Air Forces in Europe. USAFE Command Chief Master Sgt. Gary Coleman and a team of individuals throughout the command are working diligently to put together this red carpet
Oct. 16, 2007 Air Force officials release new annual training plan details Air Force leaders have released the details about the new annual training requirements program for the Total Force. As of Oct. 15, all Airmen will use the new "block instruction" plan that combines nine ancillary training courses into three 30-minute blocks of training, saving more than 6 million
Oct. 16, 2007 Save energy when using computers Conserve not only money, but also natural resources with the following Green Tips: General awareness - Create an awareness of the need for energy conservation with children. - Be aware of the need for energy conservation at home, the workplace, hotels, etc Computers and multimedia appliances: -