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  • Boy Scout organizes service project to better Spangdahlem, environment

    Jordan Thomas is a 17 year old who attends Bitburg High School. And like many teenagers, Jordan enjoys the outdoors; participating in activities such as canoeing, repelling and camping. But he also enjoys giving back to his community and the outdoors. As a Boy Scout in Boy Scout Troop 165 at

  • Heart Link helps spouses learn about Air Force

    The Airman & Family Readiness Center will host Heart Link to introduce welcome newly married spouses to the Air Force Sept. 7 from 8:30 a.m. to 3 p.m. "We want to strengthen Air Force families through information knowledge about military programs, agencies and the mission," said Janis Wood, A&FRC

  • Top Saber Performer for Aug. 24 - 30

    Staff Sgt. Michael Grayless, 52nd Component Maintenance Squadron aircraft hydraulic systems journeyman, has been named the 52nd Fighter Wing's Top Saber Performer for the week of Aug. 24 - 30. Name: Staff Sgt. Michael Grayless Unit: 52nd Component Maintenance Squadron Duty title: Aircraft hydraulic

  • 'Africa's Big Circus' performs in Bitburg this weekend

    "Africa's Big Circus" is touring Europe and making a stop in Bitburg to perform shows Aug. 24 - 27. The theme of the circus is "The Magic of the Jungle," which features African acrobatic, animal and entertainment for young and old in a circus tent located near the Bitburg ice rink. The circus has

  • Air Force officials announce 2008 force-shaping plans

    Air Force officials recently announced plans to meet the 2008 fiscal year end-strength of 328,600, which calls for a force reduction of about 5,400 officers and enlisted members through normal attrition, retirement or force-shaping measures. The reductions are in line with Air Force efforts to

  • Air Force convenes AFSO 21 summit

    The secretary of the Air Force, chief of staff and the heads of all Air Force major commands gathered here Aug. 22 to increase the capability of the individual warfighter through Air Force Smart Operations for the 21st century, commonly known as AFSO 21. AFSO 21 is a dedicated effort to maximize

  • Air Force fitness test now pass, fail

    Air Force officials here recently announced a change to physical fitness test standards for all Airmen. The "marginal" category has been eliminated, and the test will now be either pass or fail. Previously, Airmen who scored below 70 on the fitness test failed, and those who scored between 70 and