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AFMC successfully transitions to Acquisition Workforce Personnel Demonstration ProjectStacey GeigerAir Force Materiel Command Public Affairs

WRIGHT-PATTERSON AIR FORCE BASE, Ohio — Some 12,500 Air Force Materiel Command civilian employees have transitioned to the Acquisition Workforce Demonstration Project, or AcqDemo, pay system, effective June 12.

Under AcqDemo, employees no longer carry their general schedule, or GS, designation and numbered grade. Instead, they have been placed in one of three broadbands comparable to their previous grade and salary.

“AcqDemo is enabling us to do what is most important for us to accomplish our mission, and that is hiring, developing and caring for our civilian workforce,” said Gen. Ellen M. Pawlikowski, AFMC commander. “I am personally committed because it is

critically important to the success of this command.”

AcqDemo allows greater managerial control over personnel processes and functions and expands opportunities for employees through a more responsive and flexible personnel system. The new pay system retains, recognizes and rewards employees for their contribution rather than performance, and also supports their personal and professional growth.

To sync up with the AcqDemo appraisal

cycle of Oct. 1 to Sept. 30, the current appraisal cycle for transitioned employees has been modified to three months and will end on Sept. 30. During the beginning of each appraisal cycle, employees and their supervisors will complete an employee contribution plan to project an employee’s impact on the organization’s mission. At the end of each appraisal cycle, employees will complete their self-assessments to measure their contributions and also create new contribution plans for the following cycle. Pay pools will be conducted from October through December and, where applicable, employee raises and award pay-out in January.

AcqDemo covers mainly non-bargaining, supervisory and professional series employees. The command will continue to explore expanding AcqDemo to all AFMC civilians.

Air Force photo by Greg L. Davis

Preston Argo, Oklahoma City Air Logistics Complex quality assurance inspector, performs an evaluation of Samuel Cervantes, jet engine mechanic, while he installs compressor vanes on a split-case of a F117 engine used on C-17A Globemaster III aircraft June 13. Mr. Argo, the QA inspector, works closely with Mr. Cervantes to ensure critical assembly steps are completed in the proper order and done to spec-ifications in a partnership versus adversarial role. (See related story on pages 8-9.)

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Oklahoma Citizen Airmen arrive for RIMPAC507th Air Refueling Wing Public Affairs

JOINT BASE PEARL HARBOR-HICKAM —Citizen Airmen from the 507th Air Refueling Wing arrived in Hawaii July 7 to support the Rim of the Pacific Exercise also known as RIMPAC.

The Oklahoma Reservists join forces with other forces from 26 nations, 49 ships, six submarines, about 200 aircraft and 25,000 personnel who are participating in RIMPAC from June 29 to Aug. 4 in and around the Hawaiian Islands and Southern California.

The world’s largest international maritime exercise, RIMPAC provides a unique training opportunity while fostering and sustaining cooperative relationships between participants critical to ensuring the safety of sea lanes and security on the world’s oceans. RIMPAC 2016 is the 25th exercise in the series that began in 1971.

Adm. Scott Swift, U.S. Pacific Fleet commander, and Vice Adm. Nora Tyson, U.S. 3rd Fleet commander and exercise RIMPAC Combined Task Force commander, explained the exercise is a one way cooperation between partners and allies and promotes continued prosperity in the Indo-Asia-Pacific region.

From building partnerships to promoting safer sea lanes and experimentation to innovation, Admiral Tyson said there is one thing for certain.

“I think I can speak for each of the international

Air Force photo by Tech Sgt. Aaron Oelrich

KC-135R Stratotankers operated and maintained by Citizen Airmen from the 507th Air Refueling Wing arrived in Hawaii July 7 to support the Rim of the Pacific Exercise also known as RIMPAC. The Oklahoma Reservists join forces with over 26 nations, 49 ships, six submarines, about 200 aircraft and 25,000 personnel who are participating in RIMPAC from June 29 to Aug. 4.

leaders here and the more than 25,000 personnel taking part, when I say that we are excited to get this exercise underway,” Admiral Tyson said. “We’re looking forward to a great exercise with our friends and partners, and we all recognize that the time and

the effort that went in to planning and executing this complex exercise will result in a naval force that is collectively more capable of keeping our oceans safe and global commerce moving. RIMPAC 2016 will certainly help us meet those expectations.”

Davis awarded Meritorious Civilian Service MedalDarren D. HeuselTinker Public Affairs

For 15 months, Don Davis, deputy director for the Air Force Sustainment Center’s Financial Management Directorate, managed the organization all by his lonesome prior to Eddie Lewis’ arrival to Tinker Air Force Base earlier this year.

During last week’s AFSC staff meeting, Jeffrey Allen, AFSC executive director, presented Mr. Davis with the Meritorious Civilian Service Medal to show how much he appreciated Mr. Davis filling in as the director on an interim basis.

“This is long overdue,” Mr. Allen said. “But, it doesn’t diminish what you did during a very fiscally challenging time. Our recognizing you today is just our way of saying thank you for going above and beyond in your capacity as acting director.”

Also on hand to take part in the award presentation was Mr. Davis’ wife, Charlotte.

According to the citation to accompany the Meritorious Civilian Service Medal, from Jan. 1, 2015, to April 2, 2016, Mr. Davis “led the center’s financial management initiative, supporting the vision of the center’s Road to a Billion and Beyond.”

To achieve that vision, Mr. Davis’ “superior leadership, technical expertise and commitment to the mission directly contributed to the effective sustainment of AFSC Financial Management operations,” the citation states.

Mr. Davis’ “responsibility encompassed the financial management staff, three air logistics complex Financial Management offices, three

comptroller squadrons, two supply chain wings, and two operating locations employing over 600 Financial Management personnel,” the citation adds.

The citation goes on to state, Mr. Davis’ “keen oversight and active leadership of the center’s $15 billion annual program resulted in numerous successes. His commitment to efficiency and quality resulted in his leading efforts to drive cost and rate reductions across the enterprise.

“His dedication to workforce

development led to creating a standardized hiring matrix to ensure we are hiring the best financial management candidates. The distinctive accomplishments of Mr. Davis reflect great credit upon himself and the United States Air Force,” the citation concludes.

Mr. Davis was extremely appreciative – and humble – upon accepting the medal.

“I’m not really big on individual awards,” he said. “Truth is, the only reason why I’m being honored is

because of the outstanding team of professionals I have working with me that make up the AFSC Financial Management Enterprise. So, I view this as more of a team award rather than an individual award.”

Mr. Lewis officially took over as the new FM director on April 3, replacing Jose Aragon, who had been in the position for about a year before leaving the Air Force to become the associate director for the Office of Administration with the United States Geological Survey.

Air Force photo by Darren D. Heusel

Mr. Jeffrey Allen, Air Force Sustainment Center executive director, left, presented Mr. Don Davis, AFSC Financial Manage-ment Directorate deputy director, with the Meritorious Civilian Service Medal prior to the June 7 AFSC staff meeting. Joining Mr. Davis for the presentation was his wife, Charlotte.

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CURRENT TRAFFIC ADVISORIESLane, road and parking space closures: S.

Staff Drive and Entrance Road “A” extended until July 30 at 5:30 p.m. OG&E is installing a duct bank for new Sub-Station No. 6 along Staff Drive and Entrance Road “A” .

Parking space closure: 226 Parking Spaces in the parking lot surrounding Bldg. 3333 extended until 5:30 p.m. Aug. 14 so OG&E can construct the new Electrical Sub-Station No. 6 in the southeast corner of the parking lot.

Bridge closure: The bridge on Cook Avenue between Rawlings and Mitchell Avenues is closed until 5 p.m. Sept. 2 to allow the contractor to repair the spillway at the bridge.

Road and parking closure: “D” Avenue between 5th Avenue and Arnold Street until Aug. 30. The closure is needed to allow contractor to demolish islands along “D” Avenue and install diagonal parking. Two-way traffic will be maintained on the west side of “D” Avenue. The parking lot west of Bldg. 1 will remain open.

Parking space closure: 27 parking spaces against the north end of Bldg. 2211 are closed until 5 p.m. Aug. 12 for the contractor to replace EIFS siding on north face of Bldg. 2211.

Col. Richard Land III takes command of the 552nd Operations GroupRon MullanTinker Public Affairs

Col. Richard Land III succeeded Col. Alain Poisson as commander of the 552nd Operations Group in a change of command ceremony held July 8. Col. David Gaedecke, 552nd Air Control Wing commander, was the presiding officer for the ceremony.

Prior to coming to the 552nd ACW, Colonel Land served as the Joint Staff (J35), Joint Forces Coordinator lead element planner, Norfolk, Va. The colonel was responsible for coordinating and sourcing mission ready, joint capable forces to meet the conventional needs of combatant commanders worldwide as part of the global force management process.

Colonel Land is a master navigator with over 2,785 flying hours in the E-3 Airborne Warning and Control System and E-8 Joint Surveillance and Target Radar System supporting Operations Iraqi and Enduring Freedom.

In his welcoming remarks, Colonel Gaedecke expressed confidence in Colonel Land’s ability to command the 552nd Operations Group.

“Colonel Land is being handed an impressive group. It’s a big machine, but one I know he can lead. I firmly believe in his ability to continue the momentum that has been started and help shape it and make it even better. His time on Air Combat Command’s A-3 Staff and the Joint Staff will be valuable to us as he leads the group through our uncertain future.”

Colonel Gaedecke went on to say that Colonel Land’s extensive experience in Command and Control made him an easy choice to lead the group.

“I’ve seen him work first hand and know he is committed and gets the job done … and I know he will take care of our Airmen.”

In his remarks, Colonel Land recognized several individuals.

“Colonel Poisson, you’re a phenomenal commander … you’ve had such a huge positive impact not only on the mission, but in the lives and careers of these fantastic men and women … I, like everyone here, appreciate all you’ve done. Colonel Gaedecke, thank you for your confidence. I’m humbled that you’ve invited me to join your team. Colonel Kirkwood, I’m excited to integrate into the 72nd Air Base Wing Team and become a part of the successful relationship,” said Colonel Land.

The colonel’s final remarks were to the men and women of his new command.

“To the men, women and families of the 552nd

Operations Group. It is an honor to once again become part of this family. You, during an incredibly rough time in our nation’s history, have answered the bell. I’m in awe of what you have done and I’m excited to watch the magic that lies ahead. It’s humbling just being around you and it’s the privilege of a lifetime to serve you,” Colonel Land said.

In his farewell remarks, Colonel Poisson thanked Colonel Gaedecke and the members of his command.

“Thank you sir, for your trust and confidence. It has been great working with you again this past year. Your leadership and vision has been awesome. To the men and women of the 552nd Ops Group, it has been my honor and the highlight of my career to serve as your commander. I wish you all the best and look forward to hearing all about your future exploits. Thank you and Godspeed.”

Colonel Poisson’s next assignment is with the Joint Staff at the Pentagon.

Air Force photo by Ron Mullan

Colonel Richard Land III accepts the 552nd Oper-ations Group guidon from Col. David Gaedecke, 552nd Air Control Wing commander, during a change of command ceremony held July 8. Awaiting the gui-don is Chief Master Sgt. Delano Barney, 552nd OG superintendent.

OC-ALC Workforce Development Program reaches milestoneOklahoma City Air Logistics Complex Business Operations Office

On Tuesday morning, Oklahoma City Air Logistics Complex Commander Brig. Gen. Mark Johnson recognized a pivotal point in the Maintenance Workforce Development Program maturation by congratulating Christina Johnson and Erin Marinko for being the first OC-ALC employees to complete all GS - (MWDP) requirements. The general also thanked their supervisor, Marshall Riley, for providing the leadership and resources needed for the assigned 0895 series Industrial Engineering Technician/Planners to obtain the technical skills needed to further enhance the 551st Commodities Maintenance Squadron’s mission capabilities.

The Air Force Materiel Command-wide Maintenance Workforce Development Program for GS-Series employees was implemented at the complex in June 2013 and currently has 109 employees assigned. MWDP GS-Series provides wage grade or lower grade GS employees a developmental opportunity to transition into one of five selected progressive GS career fields: 0301- Miscellaneous Administrative, 0343 - Management and Program Analyst, 0895 - Industrial Engineering Technician/Planner, 1152- Production Controller and 1670 Equipment Specialist.

General Johnson said the program aligns with the command’s Strategic Plan of “Development and Care for Our People.”

“In addition, the program provides an avenue for us to access a pool of well qualified and competent employees, which keeps us on the road to the ‘Art of the Possible,’” he added.

The program is open to all internal U.S. Air Force civilian employees and advertised on USAJOBS as vacancies occur. Selected participants enter the program as a GS-5 Target 9 or Optional 11. The Optional 11 provides supervisors the opportunity to use the program to fill GS-11 vacancies.

For more information on program requirements, contact the MWDP GS-Series Program Manager Cliffton Harden at 734-0407 or [email protected] or MWDP lead Barry George at 739-5602 or [email protected].

Air Force photo

Brig. Gen. Mark Johnson, Oklahoma City Air Logistics Complex commander, left, congratulated Christina Johnson and Erin Marinko July 12 for being the first OC-ALC employees to complete all requirements in the GS-series Maintenance Workforce Development Program. Their supervisor, Marshall Riley, was also honored for providing the leadership and resources needed for them to obtain the technical skills needed to further enhance the 551st Commodities Maintenance Squadron’s mission capabilities.

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960th AACS ‘Vikings’ celebrate unit’s 15-year anniversaryRon MullanTinker Public Affairs

The 960th Airborne Air Control Squadron celebrated its 15-year anniversary July 1. The day was dedicated to celebrating the “Vikings” lineage, honoring its distinguished history and success in the future. Events kicked off with a ribbon-cutting ceremony in the 960th AACS Heritage Room followed by social activities involving past and present Vikings. The day concluded with a special military retreat service remembering all aviators in front of the Wright Flyer memorial.

The squadron hosted numerous families and friends of the squadron, including “Vikings” that

helped stand up the squadron in 2001. “The 960th is very proud of its heritage and its

legacy. We celebrate the fact that we are Viking Warriors with a tremendous combat record, but we honor the importance of taking care of our Viking family too,” said Lt. Col. Kristen Thompson, 960th

AACS commander. “It was such an honor to share this special day with many of the original Vikings and their family members from 2001. They built a fantastic foundation upon which we have continued to succeed. Special thanks to all the Vikings (past, present, and future) for their unending support and enthusiasm for the 960th...once a Viking, always a Viking,” said the colonel.

The 960th’s lineage began in 1940 as the 60th Bombardment Squadron and was deactivated and reactivated numerous times between World War II and the present. From 1979-1992, the 960th operated out of Keflavik Naval Installation, Iceland. The unit has flown a number of aircraft throughout its history to include the B-17 Flying Fortress, B-25 Mitchell, B-24 Liberator, B-29 Super Fortress, C-121 Constellation, and the E-3 Sentry.

“It was awesome to commemorate the Vikings 15th anniversary,” said Senior Airman Shelby, acting NCOIC, Squadron Aviation Resource Management section, 960th AACS. “I am proud to be in the 960th and to celebrate our heritage with our squadron family and our 552nd Air Control Wing family. The support was incredible and it’s great to build upon the legacy that was started by the first Vikings back in 2001.”

Courtesy photos

960th Airborne Air Control Squadron Commander Lt. Col. Kristen Thompson, left, is presented with a plaque from key spouse Kristen, commemorating the unit’s 15-year anniversary during the dedication of the 960th AACS Heritage Room, July 1.

Current and former members of the 960th Airborne Air Control Squadron, along with members of the Tinker Honor Guard, gather at the Wright Flyer memorial following a special military retreat service honoring past, present and future members of the 960th that concluded the unit’s 15-year anniversary celebration July 1.


Chief Guiterrez honored for volunteer serviceJohn ParkerStaff Writer

Retired Chief Master Sgt. Jesse Guiterrez gives one reason why he has volunteered at Tinker Air Force Base for more than 20 years.

“Payback,” he said. “The military’s been kind to me, so it’s a good chance to say thanks to the military. I’m paying it back.”

Chief Guiterrez was honored Tuesday during the 72nd Air Base Wing staff meeting for his volunteer service, the majority of that time has been at the 72nd Medical Group pharmacy.

Col. Stephanie Wilson, 72nd ABW commander, thanked the chief for more than 60 years of service to the Air Force that included over 20 years in active duty and over 20 years as a civil service employee.

“It’s my honor to give you my commander’s coin for excellence because you have exhibited excellence in all that you do,” Colonel Wilson said.

Early on, the chief worked in the Retiree Activities Office, but moved to the clinic pharmacy to serve a larger number of his fellow retirees, as well as the active duty community, said retired Chief Master Sgt. Lorraine Caddy, the RAO director.

“The pharmacy staff said that when they think of the word ‘service,’ Chief Guiterrez is the first name that comes to mind,” Chief Caddy said.

Chief Guiterrez has racked up more than 4,163 hours assisting pharmacy staff. His 513 hours of volunteer work last year saved approximately $10,260 in personnel costs, Chief Caddy said.

Chief Guiterrez also helps the Oklahoma City Food Bank by visiting local grocery stores to ask for donations for needy families.

“He serves with such dedication that one would think he was a paid staff member,” Chief Caddy said. “He also networks with other volunteers and patients to recruit new volunteers to help serve both the active duty and retired community. Chief Guiterrez is an example of the retiree motto, ‘Still Serving’.”

Air Force photo by Kelly White

Maj. Scott Denny gives his remarks as the new commander of the 72nd Operations Support Squadron during the July 8 change of command ceremony at the Tinker Club. 72nd Air Base Wing Commander Col. Stephanie Wilson pre-sided over the ceremony in which Major Denny assumed command from Lt. Col. John T. Good-son.

72nd Air Base Wing Commander Col. Stephanie Wilson presents retired Chief Master Sgt. Jesse Guiterrez with a certificate/award for the 2015 Retiree Volunteer of the Year Commendation. Chief Guiterrez has volunteered in the Tinker Clinic pharmacy for over 20 years.


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My experience with Green Dot training22nd Air Refueling Wing Public Affairs

MCCONNELL AIR FORCE BASE, Kan. — I volunteered to teach this new program, Green Dot, without really understanding what it was all about. All I really knew was that it involved bystander intervention, in some way, shape or form.

I searched online, read a few articles and saw the program was designed to stop personal violence, which includes bullying, abuse, stalking, dating violence, in addition to sexual assault and domestic violence, which are the focus of our annual training requirements.

A few months after I volunteered to become an instructor, myself and several other individuals headed to Tinker Air Force Base to begin our training as Green Dot coordinators.

While we were there, a team of instructors from the Green Dot initiative went through the three types of classes with us and showed us ways to motivate people to become involved in this movement. People across the Air Force were questioning how this program would be different from training they had previously attended.

Airmen are good people and don’t want another

individual telling them how to live their lives. Past programs focused on individuals and not necessarily the actions.

Green Dot does the opposite. This program focuses on what people can do to help and teaches them in a

way that is most comfortable for them.Because the training focuses on empowering

bystanders to make a difference, people don’t feel like they’re being assigned a role based on social stereotypes.

Main topics discussed during the training are identifying potential harmful behaviors, what you can do in response to seeing a negative action and some proactive actions you can take to make it less likely a harmful act is carried out in the first place.

We’re in our second month of training, and so far I can say although there are still Airmen who are hesitant about the new program, there are those at Team McConnell who are buying into it. That includes myself, because when I volunteered to instruct I did so mostly hoping this could help me get into the realm of public speaking since that’s a weakness of mine.

In the three months that I’ve been involved with Green Dot, it has won me over and has been more than just a way for me to practice giving a presentation in front of people. I truly believe this is the right program for the Air Force and will be a great tool in reducing personal violence that occurs.



Charles Jackson, right, Oklahoma City Air Logis-tics Complex quality assur-ance inspector in the 76th Commodities Maintenance Group, observes two me-chanics as they install components on a KC-135 aerial refueling boom June 13. Mr. Jackson is watch-ing the process to poten-tially catch any problems with the complex instilla-tion.


Randy Miller, Oklahoma City Air Logistics Complex quality assurance inspector, stands on the Tinker Air Force Base flight line while monitoring engine-run tests of a B-1B Lancer during functional tests June 13. Mr. Miller has QA in-spection and oversight duties for bomber and E-3 aircraft undergoing work at OC-ALC

Partners in productionQA:


Greg L. Davis72nd Air Base Wing Public Affairs Office

Quality Assurance inspectors in the Oklahoma City Air Logistics Complex are taking strides to help the Air Force save money by becoming partners in production with workers on the shop floors and the flight line. This partnership is maximizing workflow, reducing discrepancies while increasing reliability and safety.

Daniel McCabe, OC-ALC/QA chief, said QA performs inspections on all of the ALC’s product lines to ensure technicians are proficient in what they do and warfighters receive quality products.

“We are using the five-rights,” he said. “The right training, the right tools and equipment, the right technical data and instructions, the right materials, the right work environment.”

Mr. McCabe is a retired Air Force colonel and career maintenance officer who now leads the 194 QA personnel. Inspectors evaluate the Aircraft, Commodities, Propulsion, Software Maintenance and Maintenance Support Groups.

Quality Assurance inspectors were once seen by a significant portion of the workforce as looking for problems and making work more difficult.

“Now we have a good relationship,” says Charles Jackson, Quality Assurance supervisor, Commodities Maintenance Group. “We’re not here to hurt, but to give them a hand and assist them in what they need.”

While QA inspectors and inspections mean increased pressure or scrutiny of the workers, the inspections are a final validation of processes,

workmanship or even qualifications required to turn out products which must perform to ensure combat capability for America.

“Ten years ago the whole attitude was different,” said Joseph Harder, KC-135 refueling boom mechanic. “The guys probably didn’t follow everything they were supposed to be doing and there was a little head-butting there. After we got some different people who help us work the issues, our relationships are a lot better.”

The OC-ALC/QA shop is a robust organization with inspectors spread across the complex. The inspectors are experts in their field and are often recruited directly from the shops and specialty areas they now inspect.

“My inspectors come from the workforce. I try to hire a seasoned mechanic for each one of the disciplines I inspect,” Mr. McCabe said.

At the OC-ALC, the QA inspectors are very busy. During the second quarter of Fiscal 2016, their Quality Assurance Surveillance Plan target numbers for inspections were 5,395. However, they conducted 6,924 inspections for a 128 percent completion rate. These numbers show a relatively high inspection/evaluation pass rate for the complex.

One area of special and continuing emphasis by QA has been preventing foreign object damage. FOD is anything that could damage or destroy an aircraft or its components and range from metal shavings inadvertently entering aircraft structures during overhaul to misplaced tools or fasteners.

QA personnel are vigilant in backing up the workforce when it comes to FOD. Many of their evaluations assess whether mechanics and technicians are using protective covers correctly to prevent the introduction of FOD during repair and maintenance. They also check to see if FOD sweeps are being conducted in the work centers or on the

Randy Miller, Oklahoma City Air Logistics Complex quality assurance inspector, holds the button portion of a metal rivet found under the intakes of a B-1B Lancer being prepared for an engine-run and functional test. Although small, the rivet head has the potential to severely damage or destroy a jet engine if ingested.


Randy Miller, Oklahoma City Air Logistics Complex quality assurance inspector, stands on the Tinker Air Force Base flight line while monitoring engine-run tests of a B-1B Lancer during functional tests June 13. Mr. Miller has QA in-spection and oversight duties for bomber and E-3 aircraft undergoing work at OC-ALC

Partners in production

flight line.“Another set of eyes” is how Randy Miller, Navy

veteran and OC-ALC/QA inspector with 40 years of experience working on aircraft, views his relationship with the employees of bomber post-dock where he mainly inspects B-1s. “The more eyes you have on something the better the chances are we are going to find something that might have been missed,” he said.

Mr. Miller’s area of responsibility is one that has been getting a lot of attention recently due to escalating trends of FOD damage. To correct these trends, extra emphasis on FOD prevention sweeps prior to B-1B engine runs have dramatically reduced operational incidents.

Kris Clements, OC-ALC/QA supervisor in the bomber/E-3 services element, said they addressed the issue by doing FOD sweeps throughout the docks and B-1 test areas at the beginning and ending of shifts. That led to a drastic improvement in their FOD control.

“Their first month they were looking at about a 20 percent pass rate, 80 percent fail rate. The next month they doubled that. The month after that they’re at an 85 percent pass rate,” he said.

Finding foreign objects before they cause damage or loss is a giant money saver in man-hours and equipment. Ultimately, preventing FOD can save the lives of aircrew and those on the ground.

OC-ALC/QA is dedicated to continuously improving the final products delivered to the customers. Mr. Clements summed up the importance of what they do as the final checks and balance on the work done here at Tinker.

“These planes fly around and end up over our houses, our kids’ schools. They just can’t pull over,” he said. “This job is critical. These planes affect hundreds of lives. I kind of put that into perspective.”


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Hill’s Ogden Air Logistics Complex delivers 12th F-35AAlex R. LloydOgden Air Logistics Complex

HILL AIR FORCE BASE, Utah — The Ogden Air Logistics Complex recently completed modifications on the 12th F-35A Lightning II for the Air Force’s active-duty 388th Fighter Wing and Reserve 419th Fighter Wing.

The June 30 delivery gives the two wings the minimum number of aircraft required to reach “initial operational capability,” or combat-readiness.

The goal is to declare IOC between August and December 2016 when the 34th Fighter Squadron is equipped with 12-24 aircraft, Airmen are trained, manned and equipped to conduct basic close air support, interdiction, and limited suppression and destruction of enemy air defenses.

“We are working extremely hard to achieve the operational milestones required for the Air Force to declare the F-35 combat ready,” said Col. Brad Lyons, 388th Fighter Wing commander. “We couldn’t have done any of it without the required modifications

Around the Air Force Sustainment Center

Air Force photo by Alex R. Lloyd

The 388th Fighter Wing’s 12th F-35A Lightning II is towed from a hangar at Hill Air Force Base, Utah. Hill’s Ogden Air Logistics Complex recently completed modifications on the 12th aircraft, which will give the 388th FW and Reserve 419th FW the minimum number of aircraft required to reach “initial operational capability,” or combat-readiness. The units are expected to reach IOC sometime in August-December 2016. See F-35A page 13.


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Technical Sergeant Joseph C. Drahman deserves the Diamond Sharp award for his demonstrated dedication to the mission, community support, and leadership. As Lead Technician of Aircraft Maintenance Hydraulics section, he is responsible for 21 Airmen. Recently, under his supervision his shop has completed over 10,000 maintenance actions, two deployments and eight TDYs including the support of President Barack Obama. During this time he also oversaw the cross utilization training of his shop to assist three other career fields all while maintaining an Excellent Quality Assurance pass rating. Additionally, he was hand selected to manage 13 personnel to perform escort and bailiff duties comprising of over 85 appointments and three courts-martial. Sergeant Drahman is leading the way for other Airmen to follow, without losing sight of the 552nd AWC mission. Sergeant Drahman exudes Airmanship in all that he does!

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Around TinkerTwo in 72nd ABW honored with Wildcatter Awards72nd Air Base Wing

Two members of the 72nd Air Base Wing were recently honored with Wildcatter Awards.

Capt. Thomas Burks has been with the 72nd ABW Judge Advocate office since July 2014, serving as the chief of general law and now as a labor and employment attorney.

During his time here, Captain Burks, as one of the few seasoned captains in the office, has served as a mentor to not only the junior attorneys in the office, but also to 15 Reserve Officer Training Corps seniors, and is the go-to JAG for any issue. He can speak wisely and intelligently on topics ranging from FOIAs to labor to contracts to military justice.

He also volunteered to serve as the interim chief of military justice at Air Force Sustainment Center for six months during a manning gap, where he guided 11 junior attorneys across Air Force Materiel Command through 25 courts and investigations. A genuine leader, Captain Burks’ advice and guidance on any topic is top-notch and dependable.

He has excelled at every project he’s been assigned and has represented the JAG Corps well as a distinguished graduate at Squadron Officer School and a published writer, with his second article recently accepted for publication and a third in the works.

In addition to being a military justice expert, Captain Burks has also quickly grasped and mastered the administrative litigation maze in the

labor and employment world, successfully defending the Air Force against a complex equal opportunity complaint and disposing of four other discrimination cases without any trial, thereby saving the government more than $1.5 million in potential liability.

In the past several months, Captain Burks reviewed 43 civilian disciplinary actions and oversaw the removal of eight Air Force civilian employees, eliminating Air Force cancers while freeing up valuable manning space for the civilian work force.

Capt. Ryan Montanari, 72nd Medical Group, has performed his duties as a staff psychologist since November 2015. During this time he has truly set the example for his peers and for his mental health technicians by always completing his notes and t-cons on time due to his own personal sacrifice by staying late or coming in early.

Not only is he dedicated to the mission, but he is committed to his community, too. Captain Montanari has volunteered for three hours a week for over a year at the OU Medical Center Children’s Hospital offering companionship, specifically to the infant unit while parents can take a much needed break away.

He has also spent over 27 hours providing mentorship to grieving children at the Healing Hearts Camp, giving kids focus on activities such as yoga, rope courses and campfires. Even with a higher than normal operations tempo and an elevated high-interest list patient load, Captain Montanari still manages to have a positive and witty attitude which greatly increases flight morale.

Carter announces 560 US troops to deploy to IraqDepartment of Defense Press Operations

WASHINGTON (AFNS) — Secretary of Defense Ash Carter met with Iraqi Prime Minister Haider al-Abadi and other Iraqi leaders in Baghdad on July 11. He commended them for the recent progress in the fight against the Islamic State of Iraq and the Levant, including the capture of a strategic airfield near the town of Qayyarah that will aid operations to free Mosul.

“With the retaking of Qayyarah West airfield, the Iraqi security forces have once again demonstrated a serious will to fight,” Secretary Carter said. “I congratulate them on their recent successes and reaffirm that the United States, along with our coalition partners, will continue to do all we can to support Iraq’s effort to serve ISIL a lasting defeat.”

In his meetings with Iraqi leaders, coalition commanders and U.S. troops, Secretary Carter also discussed the next

steps in the military campaign. In light of Iraqi security forces recent advances, Secretary Carter announced that the United States, in close coordination with the Iraqi government, will deploy an additional 560 troops to Iraq to build on that momentum.

The additional troops will provide a range of support for Iraqi security forces, including infrastructure and logistical capabilities at the airfield near Qayyarah. As the campaign shifts toward Mosul, more than 250 miles from the Iraqi capital, the airfield will become a vital springboard for the ISF offensive into Mosul. Coalition forces will also continue to provide enabler support to Kurdish Peshmerga as they converge on Mosul from Iraq’s north.

President Obama approved the additional forces on Secretary Carter’s recommendation after consulting with Marine Corps Gen. Joseph Dunford, the Joint Chiefs of Staff chairman; Army Gen. Joseph Votel, the U.S. Central Command commander; and

Army Lt. Gen. Sean MacFarland, the commander of Operation Inherent Resolve.

“At every step in this campaign, we have generated and seized additional opportunities to hasten ISIL’s lasting defeat,” Secretary Carter said. “These additional U.S. forces will bring unique capabilities to the campaign and provide critical enabler support to Iraqi forces at a key moment in the fight.”

In his meeting with the prime minister, Secretary Carter also expressed his condolences for the recent tragic bombing in Baghdad. He said the United States is prepared to bolster its support for Iraqi government efforts to protect Iraqi civilians from ISIL terror attacks. U.S. forces already share intelligence with their Iraqi counterparts. Secretary Carter said he is directing the Joint Improvised-Threat Defeat Agency, which leads the department’s efforts to counter improvised explosive devices, to provide additional assistance that could

enhance security in Baghdad.Secretary Carter’s visit comes as the

international coalition has intensified pressure on ISIL in both Iraq and Syria. In addition to the capture of the air base at Qayyarah, Iraqi forces backed by coalition airpower and other support recently freed the city of Fallujah from ISIL’s control after previous gains in Ramadi, Hit and Rutbah. In Syria, local forces backed by the coalition have surrounded the city of Manbij, a hub for the flow of ISIL foreign fighters. Secretary Carter said the U.S. is also prepared to step up its efforts to help vetted Syrian forces willing to take on ISIL.

To ensure ISIL’s defeat is truly lasting, the secretary stressed throughout the visit the need for economic aid and reconstruction efforts to keep pace with progress in the military campaign. He closed his trip to Iraq, his fourth as secretary of defense, by thanking U.S. troops for their dedication, sacrifice and willingness to keep the U.S. safe.


performed at the depot here.”The 34th Fighter Squadron received the first

combat-coded F-35As in September 2015. After flying and testing them, the F-35 program executive officer determined the aircraft needed specific modifications before they are combat ready.

“The purpose of the depot-level mod was to correct an overpressure condition in the fuel system during elevated G-maneuvers,” said Capt. Jeremy Geidel, 570th Aircraft Maintenance Squadron deputy

commander. A “G” is a force being equal to that of gravity.The F-35A has been designed to withstand

maneuvers of up to 9 G’s. With the overpressure exceeding tank structural limits, lower restrictive G-limits were necessary for safe flying operations until the modification could be completed.

In order to save maintenance time, the Ogden ALC also completed two more unit-level mods that would have removed the aircraft from flying status for several more days.

Those modifications were related to the fuel overpressure condition and another that prevented fuel migration between internal fuel tanks, Captain Geidel said.

“The initial aircraft required 35 days to complete.

F-35Acontinued from page 11

We were able drive it down to 26 days or less,” Captain Geidel said.

Maintainers also coordinated the schedule closely with the 34th Aircraft Maintenance Unit to reduce the impact on depot and flying operations.

“It was a huge team effort between the Ogden ALC, Lockheed-Martin, and the 388th and 419th Fighter Wings,” said Brig. Gen. Steven J. Bleymaier, Ogden ALC commander.

The base is slated for three operational F-35 squadrons and a total of 78 aircraft by the end of 2019.

The 388th and 419th FWs fly and maintain the Air Force’s newest fighter aircraft in a Total Force partnership, which capitalizes on the strengths of the active duty and reserve components.

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JA extends hours for legal assistance during July, August72nd Air Base Wing Judge Advocate

The 72nd Air Base Wing Judge Advocate is offering extended legal assistance appointments on Mondays to better serve the active duty members of Tinker. The trial times will be from 5 to 7 p.m. during the months of July and August.

Legal assistance attorneys can help with personal legal matters including: estate planning, powers of attorney, notary service, family law, dependent care, adoption issues, landlord/tenant disputes, debt collections and identity fraud.

While the legal office can see active duty service

members, ARC and Reserve members under Title 10 status, retirees, dependents entitled to an identification card and foreign military personnel assigned to the U.S., the office asks that the after-hours appointment to be used by active duty members who otherwise could not get legal assistance due to their work schedule.

Remember, the legal office cannot assist with criminal issues, both state and federal, or with questions regarding your commercial enterprise or private organization issues.

The office is located within the 72nd ABW Headquarters, at 7460 Arnold Ave., SE Wing, Ste 178.

Normal operating hours are 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Mondays, Wednesdays and Thursdays for legal assistance; and 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. Mondays, Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Fridays and 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. Thursdays for walk-in for powers of attorney and notary services.

Call the legal office at 739-5811 to book an appointment to see an attorney. Notary and powers of attorney are done on a walk-in basis.

If you want to plan ahead, you can complete your will worksheet or pre-prepare your power of attorney by going to the legal assistance website at aflegalassistance.law.af.mil/lass/lass.html.


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Recipient ......................................Point of contactPaul Adams .................. Wendy Tarvin, 739-4394Myrna Baych ...........David Robitaille, 739-7714Richard Baych ........ Jonathon Grooms, 582-6764 Donald Bell ................ Marvin Warren, 736-5558Lacy Bell ..........................Miguel Pina, 582-9743James Benton.............Clayton Wagner, 622-7751Evangelia Black .......Mayme Gladman,582-9019Susan Blackmore ....... Ron Blackmore, 209-8437Sharon Blethen ................. DonnaMarie Stitham,

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Recipient ......................................Point of contactMelinda Gerlach .......Jennifer Matney, 739-2143Donna Goll ...................... Chris Stroud, 582-9197Cathy Good ....................Wendy Smith, 736-5068Marcia Gresback ...... Aimee McLaren, 852-6402Sue Grimes .....................Mark Daniels, 739-4163 Charles Hahn ................. Jason Walton, 582-4847David Hans ...........Rodney Hernandez, 734-8162Gregory Helton ........ Jimmy McGehee, 734-6652Michael Imotichey ....Charles Nachbor, 582-4069Khary Irvan ..................David Hansen, 734-4886Michelle James ...........Gary Gaughran, 739-5425Shawmarie James ................. Johanna Humphrey,

734-9071David Jones ..............Summer Wishon, 734-6359Rhonda Jones .............. Linda Gardner, 736-7576John Kantor ................... Steve Fischer, 734-3390Buddy Kuhlman ...... Gary Richardson, 736-7738Robin Lantz ....................... Lisa Baker, 739-2932Grover Lawson .......Charles Anderson, 736-3109 Byron Lisenbee ............. MSgt Hudson, 739-4385 Julianne McCornack ..Rachel Hinson, 582-9849Dakota Miles ................... Keith Turner, 734-5276Ernest Miller .............Jennifer Thomas, 739-2078Christopher Millsap ...Cynthia Wright, 734-3451Amanda Montgomery .................Rachel Golden,

734-6276Phuong Thi Nhan .......... Reginald Lee, 816-9210My Vo Oden ............... Lonniell Bolton, 734-3218Larry Payne .......................Paul Payne, 736-3524Tama Perry ..................David Renfroe, 736-2884Jacob Pinion .........Rodney Hernandez, 734-8162Michael Pollard ..........Marty Hartwell, 582-4279Crystal Potter .................... Lisa Baker, 739-2932Rickey Prince .................... Chris Ward, 582-4676

Recipient ......................................Point of contactBrenda Pryor ................... Jeana Love, 582-6815James Rock ........... Master Sgt. Jacqueline Johns,

734-2269Linda Routen ................ Steven Ratliff, 734-9475Linda Sambrano............... John Miller, 736-2218Jesse Seagraves ......... Michael Horton, 736-7150Melanie Sershon ........ Blessing Plump, 739-5088James Shade ...............Thomas Wright, 582-4328Denise Sherrill ................. Mike Harris, 736-7609Jimmy Stiger .......... DonnaMarie Burr, 739-7435Sarah Streets .....................Vicki Fuller, 734-2493Jeannie Tidwell ...........Rachel Golden, 734-6276Richard Tigges .......... Keith Kingsbury, 622-7472Marvin Tims .............. William Knoles, 734-0149Kelly Tinkham ...............Thanh Hoang, 734-0901Tanny Tournear ................ David Deal, 582-4158Arthur Trevino, Jr. ...Patrick Williams, 734-2443Nicole Tubbs ................ Jody LeBlanc, 734-8590Lielani Tull ...................... Capt. Acosta, 582-6646Stacy Viner ........................Tivis Jessee, 582-5611Holly Way........................ Jeffrey Hand, 734-7116Pamela Circo Webb ................DonnaMarie Burr,

739-7435Coriene Wells .................... John Noble, 734-5981Vincent West .............. Timothy Moore, 736-5965Tim Wilson ................... Shane Spencer, 736-4385Travis Wilson ............... Ryan Thrasher, 582-4837Marilyn Winter ............Juan Medrano, 465-8005Patsy Woods ................. Ryan Thrasher, 582-4837

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To donate, call the point of contact. Those needing to make changes to this list must call Kathye Michaelis, VLTP manager, at 736-7365.

POC for R-E-S-P-E-C-T Program is OC-ALC/OBTD:Dr. Wynell Neece, [email protected], 734-3300.

It is with deep regret that the 966th Airborne Air Control Squadron announces the death of Staff Sgt. Jeffrey A. Thomas. Capt. Tahichi Richardson has been appointed the summary court officer. All claims for or against the decedent’s estate must be submitted to Captain Richardson for resolution. He can be reached at 734-7244 or 734-7217.

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Quest for ZeroLearning water safety helps keep children aliveSteve Serrette72nd Air Base Wing Base Safety Office

Approximately 10 people die every day in the United States from drowning, which ranks fifth among the leading causes of unintentional death in the United States.

Two out of those 10 deaths are typically children aged 14 or younger. Though there has been a slight decrease (11 percent nationwide) in child drownings since 2010, drowning is still the leading cause of unintentional death among children ages 1 to 4. It is also the second leading cause of death in children ages 5 to 14 years old. Drowning can and does occur in almost any amount of water, indoors or outdoors.

Just how big is the problem?From 2005-2014, there were an

average of 3,536 non-boating related drownings annually in the United States. An additional 332 people died annually from drowning in boat-related mishaps.

Approximately 1 in 5 people who die from drowning are age 14 and younger. For every child who dies from drowning, another five receive emergency room care for non-fatal submersion injuries!

More than 50 percent of drowning victims treated in emergency rooms require hospitalization. These non-fatal drowning injuries can and usually cause severe brain damage that can result in long-term issues such as memory problems, learning disabilities and permanent loss of basic functioning or motor skills resulting in a vegetative state.

Despite the decrease, fatal and non-fatal child drownings in pools and spas continue to pose a public health and safety challenge across the United States. In a recent national media interview, U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission Chairman Elliot F. Kaye urged families to be vigilant when children are in and around the water this summer.

“Children drowning continues to be a public health crisis,” said Chairman Kaye. “My heart breaks when I read death reports about toddlers who slip out the back door and into an unprotected pool or young kids who do not have basic swim skills and end up participating in a pool party. As the father of two young boys, I know how challenging it is to always keep an eye on your children; but constant supervision, along with four-sided

fencing, knowing how to perform CPR and teaching children how to swim are the keys to stopping child drownings. I believe that we can continue to reduce the number of drownings, because drowning is 100 percent preventable.”

Know what? He is absolutely correct! It is unquestionably heartbreaking to hear that anyone, but especially a child, has drowned in a family pool — totally unacceptable!

Another safety issue that is rarely discussed involving children and pools is entrapment.

Entrapment occurs when part of a bather or swimmer’s body becomes attached to a pool or spa drain as a result of the suction of the water circulation system or when an arm or leg is inserted into a drain with a missing or broken cover. Death or serious injury can occur when the force of the suction overpowers the swimmer’s ability to disengage from the drain and rise to the surface of the water. Often, the strength of an adult is still not enough to remove someone trapped by a pool or spa drainage system.

Entrapment deaths can also occur when a person’s hair or swimsuit gets tangled in the drain or on an underwater object, such as a ladder. Another type of entrapment is evisceration, caused by the suction when a bather or swimmer sits on an uncovered drain.

The powerful suction of the drain can pull a person’s internal organs from the body. It is a serious injury that more often than not results in death.

Entrapments, entanglements and eviscerations happen most commonly to children. Children’s public wading pools, other pools designed specifically for young children and in-ground spas that have flat drain grates and single main drain systems pose the greatest risk of entrapment.

The CPSC also released a recent report on circulation and entrapment incidents in swimming pools, spas and whirlpool bathtubs. The latest data from 2011 and 2015 show that there were 18 children under the age of 15 who suffered a circulation entrapment, with the majority of incidents involving children younger than 15 years of age. While there were 18 separate incidents in this age group, there was only one fatality: a 4-year-old child who became entrapped in a residential spa.

To keep children safer and alive in and around the water:

• Install a four-sided fence with a self-closing, self-latching gate around all pools and spas.

• Designate a “water watcher” to supervise children in the pool or spa. This person should not be reading, texting, using a smart phone or be otherwise distracted.

(Order or download a free Water Watcher card at www.PoolSafely.gov)

• Learn how to swim and teach your child how to swim.

• Learn how to perform CPR on children and adults.

• Keep children away from pool drains, pipes and other openings to avoid entrapments, entanglements or the possibility of losing parts of their intestinal tract.

• Ensure any pool and spa you use has drain covers that comply with federal safety standards and if you do not know, ask your pool service provider about safe drain covers.

• Safe drain covers have no cracks, are secure, and are dome-shaped as opposed to the flat type. If a pool or hot-tub has a broken, loose or missing drain cover, don’t use it!

• Empty all tubs, buckets, containers, and kiddie pools immediately after use. Store them upside down so they don’t collect water.

Now, here’s something just as scary: Ever heard of “dry” or “secondary drowning”?

If you’re like most parents, you probably figure once your child is done swimming or playing in the water, their risk of drowning is over. But “dry” and “secondary” drowning can occur hours after the child has toweled off and moved on to other things. These types of drownings can occur when your child breathes water into his lungs. Sometimes that happens when he is struggling while swimming, but it can also be the result of something as simple as getting water in his mouth or getting dunked.

It can happen to adults, but it’s more common in children because of their small size, says Dr. Raymond Pitetti, associate medical director of the emergency department at Children’s Hospital of Pittsburg.

With dry drowning, water never reaches the lungs. Instead, breathing in water causes your child’s vocal chords to spasm and close up after she has already left the pool, ocean or lake. That shuts off the child’s airways, making it hard to breathe.

Secondary drowning happens a little bit differently. Your child’s airways open up, letting water into their lungs where it builds up, causing a condition called “pulmonary edema.” The end result is the same: Trouble breathing.

Symptoms of dry drowning usually


Children from the Tinker Youth Center learn to properly wear lifejackets during a camp at the Iszard Pool last year. Water and pool drain safety are important topics to discuss with children.

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occur right after any incident in the water. Secondary drowning generally starts later, from one to 24 hours after the incident, Dr. Pitetti stated. In any case, summon 911.

But, these tragedies can be prevented if we all watch children around water. Never leave a child unsupervised around water, inside or outside of the house because it only takes a few minutes for a child to drown. There is no substitute for active supervision.

Remember, we all want to keep children safe and secure and help them live to their full potential. Knowing how to prevent leading causes of child injury, like drowning, is a step toward this goal.

Children are an important part of the Air Force family’s Quest-for-Zero no-mishap goals, so as adults let’s continue to employ risk management during these warm weather months for ourselves and for our children.

(Some portions of this article thanks to cdc.gov, poolsafety.gov, webmd.com and abbeyshope.org)

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Clayton “Bacon” Coover, left, with the 551st CMMXS, and Leslie Wood attempt to run down Thunderhawk David Theophilos between first and second base July 7. After a few throws, Theophilos was tagged out. The Thunderhawks won the intramural softball game 19-11.

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The 72nd OSS Thunderhawks came from behind and finished decisively to claim a 19-11 win over the 551st Commodities Maintenance Support Squadron in the first game of a doubleheader July 7.

CMMXS blasted off to sizeable lead at first bat with a combination of seven singles and two doubles. CMMXS loaded the bases twice with no outs before taking the field with an 8-0 lead.

The Operations Support Squadron Thunderhawks sputtered with two pop outs before the offense fired up. Two runs off singles and doubles grew to five when coach Austin Hodge pounded the ball nearly to the fence and brought in three scores with an in-the-park home run. The inning ended 8-5.

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72nd OSS wins 1, drops 1, vs. CMMXS long game with a boomer that bounced off the fence. The Thunderhawks defense only allowed a double off of it. Three subsequent errors, though, helped CMMXS add three runs for an 11-5 lead.

CMMXS committed a major error of their own in the bottom of the second when Corey Vanwoerkom banged a line drive to centerfield that zipped past the centerfielder. Vanwoerkom sped around the bases for a home run.

A drumbeat of hits in the same second inning marked the turning point for the Thunderhawks. Batters drove in a parade of single runs to tie it up 11-11. The 72nd’s Tom Saul capped off the resurgence with the game’s only over-the-fence home run, tacking on two RBIs. The inning closed 14-11 Thunderhawks.

The 72nd appeared determined to keep the lead in the top of the third. They only allowed two singles

before three quick outs. The Thunderhawks remained fired up at bat. With

two men on second and third, Austin Hodge belted a dinger inside the park to parlay three runs. The team forged ahead 19-11 heading into the fourth.

CMMXS fizzled with two pop fly outs, a single and a walk before the last out at second base. The umpire called the game on a one-hour time limit.

Hodge, with the 72nd OSS, said, “I think our bats got hot in the first and the third innings of the first game, and we were able to string together hit after hit. Our guys did a great job of staying locked in on defense for the majority of the game.”

The 551st wasn’t out for the day. They claimed revenge in the second game 20-6.

“We had a lot of uncharacteristic errors (in the first game),” CMMXS’ captain Tommy Spicuzza said. “We got back to form in the second game.”

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tooth. If possible, stabilize portion of tooth still in mouth by gently biting on a towel to control bleeding.

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Extruded tooth: Tooth appears longer than surrounding teeth.

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• Buy more, save more at the Tinker Main Store. Customers will receive a special percentage off all clearance ladies, juniors and men’s apparel; ladies daywear and sleepwear; footwear; fine and fashion jewelry and watches; sunglasses; bath and body and mass cosmetics. Discount will be taken at the register.

Item combinations may include any or all of above listed clearance items.

— Buy one to three items, 25 percent off — Buy four to six items, 35 percent off — Buy seven or more items, 50 percent off This offer excludes children’s apparel, ladies

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All discounts apply to new purchases and not to previous purchases or existing layaways and cannot be used in conjunction with another discount or coupon.

• Double Points Offer: From July 22 to 24, customers receive four points for every dollar they spend when they use their Military Star card.

Valid at any Army and Air Force Exchange facility and shopmyexchange.com. Excludes prior purchases, layaways, NEX, MCX, or CGX facilities.

• Back to School Promotion: From July 29 to Aug. 11, customers receive 90 days no interest or payments on combined Back to School purchase of $199 or more when they use their Military Star card.

Valid at any Army and Air Force Exchange facility and shopmyexchange.com. Must be a single transaction. Excludes prior purchases, layaways, Concessionaires, Exchange Online Mall, NEX, MCX or CGX facilities.

• As Soldiers, Airmen and military families around the world prepare for permanent changes of station this summer, the Army & Air Force Exchange Service is easing the strain on their wallets with special offers from a new MILITARY STAR promotion.

The Operation PCS Benefit Card unlocks savings for Soldiers and Airmen who reach for their MILITARY STAR cards at Army and Air Force Exchange locations worldwide. To receive the special card and get in on the savings, Soldiers and Airmen should present their orders at their local Exchange’s customer service desk.

When shoppers present the benefit card at Exchange facilities and pay with their Military Star card, they’ll receive:

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Above the Belt Class: 11:30 a.m. to 12 p.m. Mondays at Bldg. 3705 Fitness Center. Tone, sculpt and build strong, lean muscles with this upper body workout. A variety of equipment will be used, including your own body resistance. This class is free to attend. For details, call 734-4664.Active Parenting of Teens Class: Learn how to establish mutual respect and cooperation, decrease power struggles and mold values. Parents will also find out how to help their children make positive choices in life to prevent risky behavior, as well as how to guide them to develop skills and character they need as they gain independence. For details, call 582-6604.Baby Basics Class: This four-session class is for new and expectant parents. Topics include infant health care, labor and delivery, coping with crying, “how to Budget for a Baby,” baby/child safety, breastfeeding, infant nutrition, bathing and swaddling your baby, post-partum

depression and a special break-out session for dads. For more details, call 582-6604.Better Body. Better Life. This eight-week weight management program meets once a week for one hour. This program helps with an overall healthy lifestyle approach to weight loss. Participants will identify personal goals and understand behavior change. For information, call 734-2169.Cholesterol and Glucose Screenings: Free cholesterol and glucose screenings open to all Department of Defense civilians available. Bring an up-to-date Health Risk Assessment from AFMCwellness.com. For details, call CHPS at 582-6817.Communications Basics: Learn how your personality impacts your communication style. For more information, call 582-6604.Cork & Canvas: Held from 6 to 9 p.m. at Tinker Arts and Crafts. Create a masterpiece painting with step-by-step instruction from a local artist while enjoying appetizers, sipping wine and having fun. Free for single Airmen. Call 734-5615 for details

and to sign up.Cosmic Bowling: Cosmic Bowling is $10 per person for unlimited games and includes the shoe rental. Or bowl by the game for $3.50 per person, per game and shoes for $2.50. There is a Family Cosmic Special for $35 which includes one lane for up to eight bowlers, two games, one pizza, soda, and shoes. Come out for this night of music, bowling, lights and fun. For details, call 734-3484.Cycle to the Core Class: 4:35 to 5:25 p.m. Tuesdays at Bldg. 3705 Fitness Center. Follow the instructor on a simulated ride through terrains, hills and jumps while controlling your resistance. Cost is $3 per class or $12 per month for unlimited classes with Traci. For more information, call 734-4664.FIT Basic: This eight-week progressive program is designed for military members on a profile and/or recovering from an injury. Program includes strength, cardio, core and flexibility conditioning. The

program will focus on functional movement and nutrition. For more information, call 734-5505.FIT — Health & Human Performance: This eight-week progressive program enhances the active duty member’s human performance through fitness, nutrition and behavior change. Pre and post health and fitness assessments will be conducted. All participants must sign program memorandum. For more information, call 734-5505.Goal Setting: This workshop is designed to help participants establish goal setting habits, remove mental roadblocks and get on the road to achieving goals. For more information, call the Airman and Family Readiness Center at 739-2747.Healthy Thinking, Anger, Stress (H.A.S.) Class: This four-session class teaches better ways of expressing and

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Tinker home to two sweepstakes winners

Erik Lewis was one of 10 winners in the Exchange’s Frito Lay Sweepstakes. He won a $500 Exchange Gift card.

Moniques Basil was one of 10 winners in the Exchange’s Unilever Salute to Clean Sweepstakes. She won a $500 Exchange Gift card.

— $10 off purchases of $100 or more. — No interest or payment for six months on single

transactions from $500-$999.— No interest or payment for 12 months on single

transactions of $1,000 or more.Benefit cards are valid for 90 days once they’ve

been received. Shoppers can pick up their cards through Aug. 15. The card can be used multiple times but only once per day.

“The Exchange understands the stress of PCS’ing and the toll it can take on service members and their families,” said Jami Richardson, Exchange Credit Program senior vice president. “The benefit card is the Exchange’s way of giving Military Star cardholders extra peace of mind this PCS season.”

The benefit card is also valid at shopmyexchange.com. Shoppers should call 800-527-2345 before placing an online order to redeem their savings. Shoppers can check out www.shopmyexchange.com/PCS for products to help during a move, information on phone and Internet hookup, links to moving checklists, special offers and more.

Benefit cards savings exclude purchases for fuel, gift cards and uniforms and at the Exchange Online Mall, restaurants and concessions.

To apply for a Military Star card, authorized shoppers can visit www.MyECP.com. The card’s benefits include:

— Competitive 10.49 percent interest rate—one of the best retail rates.

— No annual, late or over-limit fees.— 10 percent off first-day purchases.— 10 percent off Exchange food court purchases.— 5 cents per gallon savings at Exchange gas

stations.— Free standard shipping at shopmyexchange.

com.With every purchase, Military Star cardholders

earn points as part of a rewards program, which launched in 2015. Cardholders earn 2 points for

every $1 spent wherever the Military Star card is accepted. For every 2,000 points earned, shoppers automatically receive a $20 rewards card.

• Airmen and their families who shopped and dined at Army and Air Force Exchange Service stores and restaurants on Tinker Air Force Base generated $525,986 last year for Air Force quality-of-life programs, making Tinker a better place to live and work while promoting readiness and resiliency.

In 2015, Exchange contributed $237 million to military quality-of-life programs around the world — up $13 million, nearly 5.5 percent, from the previous year. In the past 10 years, the Exchange has generated more than $2.4 billion in dividends to youth services, family counseling, physical fitness programs and other activities that make life better for Airmen and their families. At Tinker, these programs include the Airman & Family Readiness Center, Fitness Center, Child Development Center and Youth Center. One hundred percent of Exchange earnings support Airmen and their families.

“Roughly two-thirds of Exchange earnings are paid to military quality-of-life programs,” said Tinker Exchange General Manager Brenda Hyland. “The remaining third is used to build new stores or improve Exchange facilities to improve customers’ shopping experiences.”

The Exchange’s mission of providing quality goods and services at competitively low prices while generating earnings to support quality-of-life efforts means that the Exchange benefit is more than finding a good price on merchandise. Shoppers who take advantage of their benefit at the Tinker Exchange or online at www.shopmyexchange.com are working to improve their communities.

“Truly, 100 percent of Exchange earnings serve Airmen and their families,” Ms. Hyland said. “When customers shop and dine at the Exchange, they are investing in their own community, making it a better place to live and work.”


Recurring Eventscontinued from page 3areducing feelings of anger. Practice techniques to help deal with stress, and learn how unproductive thinking patterns may have been causing problems in your life. Remind yourself how to create more balance in your life and practice better self-care. For more information, call 582-6604.Importance of Sleep: Come learn about the health benefits of sleep, tips for getting enough sleep, and when to see a doctor about your sleep concerns. For more information, call CHPS at 582-6817.Lunch Special: 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Tuesdays through Fridays at the Tinker Club. The club serves up a buffet and a soup and salad bar. Themed lunches are offered on Tuesdays. Themes include Mongolian, Mexican and ‘A Taste of Italy’ pasta lunch.Memory Loss: We all misplace our keys, but how can we tell normal forgetfulness from something more serious? We will discuss what affects memory loss, how to reduce the risk of developing memory loss, and tips to remember everyday things like new names or where we left those keys. For information, call CHPS at 582-6817.Men’s Health: This class will review the leading causes of death among men, conditions that affect only men, and not-so-good health behaviors more common among men. This class will discuss action steps you can begin immediately to help you be your healthiest. For more details, call CHPS at 582-6817.Muscle Make-Over Class: 4:15 to 5 p.m. Wednesdays at Bldg. 3705 Fitness Center. Equipment used includes bars, weights,

bands, medicine balls and body resistance. Cost is $3 per class or $12 per month for unlimited classes with Traci. For more information, call 734-4664.Overcoming Gym Intimidation: See the benefits of being active, the components of an exercise program and how often to exercise, plus learn ways to overcome gym intimidation and overcoming barriers to being physically active. For more information, call 582-6817.Performance Run Class: This interactive four-week program is designed to improve running technique and performance. The course will implement a progressive running program. Workout attire and running shoes are required. For more information, call 734-5505.Personal Goal Setting for a Healthy Lifestyle: In this class we’ll discuss health-related goals that people commonly make, how good and bad habits can make or break our success of reaching our goal, and learn several tips and tactics for keeping our goal. For information, call Civilian Health Promotions Services at 582-6817.Portion Distortion: In this Civilian Health Promotions Class, participants will discuss how the amount of food people eat has changed over time, and how eating bigger portion sizes affects their health. For more information, call 582-6817.Power Pump Class: 9:30 a.m. Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays on the multipurpose court at the Gerrity Fitness Center. Equipment used includes bars, weights, bands, medicine balls and

your own body resistance. For more information, call 734-5607. Call to ensure class is available on a holiday.Pre-Deployment Briefing: 8 to 9:30 a.m. Tuesdays and 1 to 2:30 p.m. Fridays at Airman and Family Readiness Center. The A&FRC provides individual and group briefings ensuring military members and their families have completed necessary preparations for deployment. This includes assistance for families of deployed personnel of all services and DOD personnel. If you have an inquiry or a problem, the readiness NCO is prepared to assist our community. For more details, call 739-2747.Pregnancy Resource Briefing: The information presented in this briefing includes prenatal fitness and nutrition, dental care while pregnant, the New Parent Support Program, TRICARE and community resources. Spouses or partners are encouraged to attend with the expectant mother. For more information or to sign up, call 582-6604.PREP Class: The Prevention and Relationship Enhancement Program class is for any couple wanting to improve communication, learn problem solving as a team and start having fun together again. Pre-Separation Consultation: 2 to 4:15 p.m. Wednesdays at Airman and Family Readiness Center. The purpose of this MANDATORY pre-separation counseling is to ensure all active duty separating service members have the opportunity to be made aware of the transition services and benefits available to assist them and their spouses in adjusting to civilian life. For more details, call 739-2747.Reintegration Briefing: 8 to 9:30 a.m. Thursdays at Airman and Family

Readiness Center. These group briefings ensure military members and their families have necessary information for a smooth reunion. Tapes and handouts available for all on tips for a successful reunion. For more details, call 739-2747.Résumé Writing Workshop participants will learn valuable information on private industry résumé writing techniques, formats and guidelines, cover letters and more. The second half of the workshop goes into more detail on federal résumés. For more information, call the Airman and Family Readiness Center at 739-2747.Rhythm Kids/Playgroup: Rhythm Kids offers singing, dancing and parachute play to parents and children under 5 years old. Bring your children for an exuberant experience for both of you. After the active fun of Rhythm Kids, relax and watch the kids play while you make new friends at Playgroup. No sign-ups needed. For more information, call 582-6604.Senior Day: 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Wednesdays at the bowling center. Seniors 55 and older bowl for $1.25. For details, call 734-3484.Simple Strategies to Manage Stress: This class will review three stress management techniques (focusing, calming, balanced living practices) so participants leave feeling more empowered to manage their stress. For more information, call CHPS at 582-6817.Smooth Move: PCSing soon? This is one class you can’t miss! You will learn how to make your move as smooth as possible whether you are going to the next state or overseas. For more information, call the A&FRC at 739-2747.Social Hour: 4:30 to 5:30 p.m. Fridays at the Tinker Club. Free food and rotating

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p.m. and 4:30 to 5:30 p.m. Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays at the Bldg. 216 Fitness Annex. For details, call 734-2163.Story Time: 10:30 a.m. Tuesdays at Tinker Library. Join the fun at the Tinker Library as Mr. Peter reads great stories during the weekly story time. Story Time/Playgroup: Join the group for stories, then relax at Playgroup. For parents and kids under 5 years old. Held at the Balfour Beatty Community Center on the

first and third Thursdays. For information, call Family Advocacy at 582-6604.Strength and Conditioning Class: 11 a.m. to noon Tuesdays and Thursdays at Bldg. 216 Fitness Annex. Come to these free strength and conditioning classes and make a 180 change. For more information and to sign up for the class, call 734-2163.Summertime Safety: Summertime should be a fun time. Keep it that way by learning how to prevent common summer bummers such as bug bites and sunburn and playing it safe regarding fireworks, ATVs, pools and other potential hazards. For more information, call 582-6817.Swing Shift Health: More and more

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newly assigned to Tinker AFB. For more information, call 739-2747. For Navy members, this is coordinated by the administrative section.Tobacco Cessation Individual Consults: Create a quit plan, discuss tobacco triggers and coping strategies. Consults are 20 minutes. Call to schedule appointment. For more information, call 734-5506.Transition GPS: Mandatory course for all separating members of the Armed Forces. Topics include VA Benefits, GI Bill, TRICARE, employment, résumé writing, interview skills, budget and TMO. Spouses encouraged, but must pre-register. For details, call 739-2747.VA Career Track 2-Day Class: The Career Technical Training Track is designed to assist you in:• Defining technical career goals• Identifying required credentials• Finding career technical training opportunities • Identifying local Veteran resources • Utilizing your VA education benefitsParticipants must complete the Core GPS program in order to attend this class. For more information, call 734-2747.Walking for Your Health: The Basics: Come learn the reasons why you should start walking for exercise and some tips for sticking with it. For more information, call CHPS at 582-6817.Yoga Basics: 3:30 to 4:10 p.m. Wednesdays at Bldg. 3705 Fitness Center. This is a gentle flow class, great for beginners. Learn basic yoga postures, increase flexibility and reduce the effects of stress while strengthening the body. Cost is $3 per class or $12 per month for unlimited classes. For details, call 734-4664.Yoga Class: 3 p.m. Tuesdays and Thursdays on the multipurpose court at the Gerrity Fitness Center. Class emphasizes the training of the core abdominal and back muscles to stabilize the torso and allow the entire body to move freely. For details, call the Gerrity Fitness Center at 734-5607. Yoga Flow Class: 3:40 to 4:30 p.m. Tuesdays and Thursdays at Bldg. 3705 Fitness Center. This class ties postures together with breath and movement, into a flowing combination of strength and balance. Improve strength, flexibility and balance, reduce the effects of stress while strengthening the body’s immune system. Cost is $3 per class or $12 per month for unlimited classes with Traci.

For more information, call 734-4664.Zumba Class: 4 p.m. Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays on the multipurpose court at the Gerrity Fitness Center. For more information, call 734-5607. Zumba is also held every Monday from 4:15 to 5 p.m. at the Bldg. 3705 Fitness Center. Cost for this class is $3 per class or $12 per month for unlimited classes with Traci. For more information, call 734-4664.

Tinker Chapel Recurring EventsCATHOLICFor more information, call Jim Black at 734-8158 or the chapel at 734-2111.Weekend Mass: Saturday at 5 p.m. and Sunday at 9 a.m. Sunday School: 10:30 a.m. to noon Sundays. Daily Mass starts at 11:30 a.m. Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays at the chapel.Holy Days of Obligation: Mass at 11:30 a.m. and 7 p.m.Fellowship is held the second weekend of the month after Saturday and Sunday Mass.Confession is from 3:30 to 4:30 p.m. Saturdays at the chapel or by appointment.Catholic Women of the Chapel meet at 9 a.m. for fellowship and 9:30 a.m. for business the first Friday of the month. Religious Education: 10:30 a.m. Sunday in the R.E. Bldg. For more information, call Julie Bierne at 734-2111.Rite of Christian Initiation for Adults (RCIA): Classes for those interested in coming into communion with the Catholic church are held at 9 a.m. Sundays. For more details, call the chapel at 734-2111.Rosary Prayer Group: Before Mass at 11 a.m. Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays.Ladies Rosary Guild starts at 1 p.m. Thursdays in chapel rooms 1 and 2. Pre-Baptism Class starts at 12:15 p.m. the last Sunday of the month.Choir Rehearsals Wednesdays at 6:30 p.m. and 8:30 a.m. Sundays for the 9 a.m. Mass.Catholic Pastoral Council starts at 12:15 p.m. the first Sunday of every other month.

PROTESTANTFor more information on Protestant events, call Janina Peter at 734-8986.General Protestant Service: 11 a.m. to noon, with

Children’s Church for kids ages 4 years old to fourth graders.Communion: First Sunday of the month.Sunday school: 9:30 to 10:30 a.m. Sundays in the R.E. Bldg. Sunday school is available for adults and children of all ages at the chapel. Call Brandi Briscoe at 734-2111 for details.Wee Church is offered for children 6 months to 3 years during Protestant Bible studies from 6 to 8 p.m. Wednesdays and during Sunday service.Fellowship Sunday: Third Sunday of the month after the service.Weekly Fellowship Dinner: Groups meet for fellowship at 6 p.m. Wednesdays. Dinner is provided. All groups, including children’s programs, follow. Protestant Retirees of the Chapel meet at 5 p.m. every second Sunday at various restaurants. Call 734-2111 for details.Protestant Women of the Chapel meet for Bible study at 7 p.m. Wednesdays in room 4 and rooms 1 and 2. A children’s program is provided. Call 734-2111 for details. Tinker Youth of the Chapel is for sixth to 12th graders. Meet for Bible Study Wednesdays in the R.E. Bldg. For details on youth events, call Kim Chretin at 971-4499.Protestant Men of the Chapel meet at 7 p.m. Wednesdays in the fellowship hall. For information, call Chaplain (Maj.) John Key at 734-2111.Protestant Children of the Chapel: Elementary age children meet at 7 p.m. Wednesdays in the R.E. Bldg. For more details, call Brandi Briscoe at 734-2111. Protestant Young Adults of the Chapel for college and career ages and adults/couples. The PYA meets at 7 p.m. Wednesdays in Loop Hall, Bldg. 5913. Call Chaplain (Capt.) Bill Mesaeh Jr. at 734-2111.Choir rehearsals are held every Tuesday in the sanctuary. The praise team rehearses at 6 p.m. and the vocal choir rehearses at 7 p.m. Call David Briscoe at 734-2111 for more information.Protestant Parish Council starts at noon the second Sunday of each month in classrooms 1 and 2.Baptism - Call the chapel at 734-2111.

ECUMENICALChapel Weddings – Couples wanting to be married at the base chapel must call 734-2111 four months before the wedding. The prospective bride and groom must go through four to six weeks of counseling to be married by a chaplain.

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2016Friday, July 15CommunityCholesterol and Glucose ScreeningBldg. 3001 LH Office (073), 7 to 11 a.m.See description on page 3a-9a.

ArthritisBldg. 3001 FM C/R (1AF-83A), 11 a.m. to 12 p.m.Come learn about four common types of arthritis (osteoarthritis, rheumatoid arthritis, gout and fibromyalgia), the risk factors for developing arthritis and medication and non-medication options for treating arthritis. For more information, call 582-6817.

MissionFIT - Health & Human Performance Series 4Tinker Wellness Center, Bldg. 5922, 7 to 8 a.m.See description on page 3a-9a.

Tinker Family Orientation Base Chapel, 7 a.m. to 12 p.m.

See description on page 3a-9a.

Monday, July 18CommunityCholesterol and Glucose ScreeningBldg. 3001 LH Office (073), 7 to 11 a.m.See description on page 3a-9a.Tobacco Cessation Individual ConsultsTinker Wellness Center, Bldg. 5922, 7:30 to 10:30 a.m.See description on page 3a-9a.Personal Goal SettingBldg. 3001 APEX C/R (2AH-73A), 11 a.m. to 12 p.m.See description on page 3a-9a.1-2-3 Magic parenting class (3 of 4)72nd MDG, Family Advocacy large classroom, 12 to 2 p.m.See description on page 3a-9a.

MissionFIT - Health & Human Performance Series 4

Tinker Wellness Center, Bldg. 5922, 7 to 8 a.m.See description on page 3a-9a.

VA Benefits Briefing A&FRC, 8 a.m. to 3 p.m.See description on page 3a-9a.

Tuesday, July 19CommunityH.A.S. class (1 of 4)72nd MDG, Family Advocacy large classroom, 9:30 to 11:30 a.m.See description on page 3a-9a.Communication Basics class (3 of 3)72nd MDG, Family Advocacy large classroom, 12 to 3 p.m.See description on page 3a-9a.Interviewing Workshop A&FRC, 1:30 to 3:30 p.m.Do interviews make you nervous? Attend the Interviewing 101 workshop and learn interviewing basics, possible questions and answers and participate in mock interviews.

For more information, call 739-2747.

MissionBetter Body. Better Life. Series 4ATinker Wellness Center, Bldg. 5922, 7 to 8 a.m.See description on page 3a-9a.FIT - Health & Human Performance Series 4Tinker Wellness Center, Bldg. 5922, 7 to 8 a.m.See description on page 3a-9a.Senior Leader Mandatory Briefing Hill Conference Center, 7:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.This class is for inbound commanders, chiefs and first sergeants to receive briefings mandated by AFI within the first 30-90 days of their arrival. For more information, call 739-2747.

Pre-Deployment BriefingA&FRC, 8 to 10 a.m.See description on page 3a-9a.

FIT Basic Series 4Tinker Wellness Center, Bldg. 5922, 12 to 1 p.m.See description on page 3a-9a.

Wednesday, July 20CommunityCholesterol and Glucose ScreeningBldg. 3001 LH Office (073), 7 a.m. to 5:30 p.m.See description on page 3a-9a.Pregnancy Resource BriefingLakesha Levy Conference Room, Bldg. 1094, 9:30 a.m. See description on page 3a-9a.On the Road to Riches: Saving & Investing A&FRC, 11 a.m. to 12 p.m.Participants will learn tools available for saving and investing and what combination of investments are best suited for their individual needs. For more information, call 739-2747.

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Summertime SafetyBldg. 3001 564 Small C/R (2Y-48 C2), 11 a.m. to 12 p.m. See description on page 3a-9a.1-2-3 Magic parenting class (4 of 4)72nd MDG, Family Advocacy large classroom, 12 to 2 p.m.See description on page 3a-9a.

MissionFIT - Health & Human Performance Series 4Tinker Wellness Center, Bldg. 5922, 7 to 8 a.m.See description on page 3a-9a.Better Body. Better Life. Series 4BTinker Wellness Center, Bldg. 5922, 1 to 2 p.m.See description on page 3a-9a.FIT Basic Series 4Tinker Wellness Center, Bldg. 5922, 12 to 1 p.m.See description on page 3a-9a.

Pre-Separation BriefingA&FRC, 2 to 4 p.m.See description on page 3a-9a.

Thursday, July 21CommunityTobacco Cessation Individual ConsultsSee description on page 3a-9a.Cholesterol and Glucose ScreeningBldg. 591 C/R, 8 to 10:30 a.m.See description on page 3a-9a.Story Time/Play GroupBalfour Beatty Community Center, 10 to 11 a.m.See description on page 3a-9a.Reading & Understanding Your Credit Report A&FRC, 2 to 3 p.m.Learn how to locate, attain, understand and improve your credit report. For more information, call 739-2747.


Reintegration BriefingA&FRC, 8 to 10 a.m.See description on page 3a-9a.FIT Basic Series 4Tinker Wellness Center, Bldg. 5922, 12 to 1 p.m.See description on page 3a-9a.

Friday, July 22CommunityCholesterol and Glucose ScreeningBldg. 3001 LH Office (073), 7 to 11 a.m.See description on page 3a-9a.H.A.S. class (2 of 4)72nd MDG, Family Advocacy large classroom, 9:30 to


Wednesday, July 27CommunityCholesterol and Glucose ScreeningBldg. 3001 LH Office (073), 7 a.m. to 5:30 p.m.See description on page 3a-9a.Bone and Joint HealthBldg. 3001 FM C/R (1AF-83A), 11 a.m. to 12 p.m.See description on page 3a-9a.

Summertime SafetyBldg. 3001 LH Office (073), 4:30 to 5:30 p.m.See description on page 3a-9a.

MissionFIT - Health & Human Performance Series 4Tinker Wellness Center, Bldg. 5922, 7 to 8 a.m.See description on page 3a-9a.Better Body. Better Life. Series 4BTinker Wellness Center, Bldg. 5922, 1 to 2 p.m.See description on page 3a-9a.


Pre-Separation Briefing A&FRC, 2 to 4 p.m.See description on page 3a-9a.

Thursday, July 28CommunityTobacco Cessation Individual ConsultsSee description on page 3a-9a.Cholesterol and Glucose ScreeningBldg. 1 Door 6, 7:30 to 11:30 a.m.See description on page 3a-9a.

Rhythm Kids/Play GroupBalfour Beatty Community Center, 10 to 11 a.m.See description on page 3a-9a.


Reintegration BriefingA&FRC, 8 to 10 a.m.See description on page 3a-9a.


Friday, July 29CommunityH.A.S. class (4 of 4)72nd MDG, Family Advocacy Office, large classroom, 9:30 a.m.See description on page 3a-9a.

MissionPre-Deployment BriefingA&FRC, 1 to 3 p.m.See description on page 3a-9a.

Monday, Aug. 1CommunityTobacco Cessation Individual ConsultsTinker Wellness Center, Bldg. 5922, 7:30 to 10:30 a.m.See description on page 3a-9a.


Tuesday, Aug. 2MissionBetter Body. Better Life. Series 4ATinker Wellness Center, Bldg. 5922, 7 to 8 a.m.See description on page 3a-9a.FIT - Health & Human Performance Series 4Tinker Wellness Center, Bldg. 5922, 7 to 8 a.m.See description on page 3a-9a.FIT Basic Series 4Tinker Wellness Center, Bldg. 5922, 12 to 1 p.m.See description on page 3a-9a.

Wednesday, Aug. 3CommunityPregnancy Resource BriefingLakesha Levy Conference Room, Bldg. 1094, 9:30 a.m. See description on page 3a-9a.


Thursday, Aug. 4CommunityTobacco Cessation Individual ConsultsSee description on page 3a-9a.





Tuesday, Aug. 9MissionBetter Body. Better Life. Series 4ATinker Wellness Center, Bldg. 5922, 7 to 8 a.m.See description on page 3a-9a.FIT - Health & Human Performance Series 4Tinker Wellness Center, Bldg. 5922, 7 to 8 a.m.See description on page 3a-9a.FIT Basic Series 4Tinker Wellness Center, Bldg. 5922, 12 to 1 p.m.See description on page 3a-9a.

Wednesday, Aug. 10MissionFIT - Health & Human Performance Series 4Tinker Wellness Center, Bldg. 5922, 7 to 8 a.m.See description on page 3a-9a.Better Body. Better Life. Series 4BTinker Wellness Center, Bldg. 5922, 1 to 2 p.m.See description on page 3a-9a.FIT Basic Series 4Tinker Wellness Center, Bldg. 5922, 12 to 1 p.m.See description on page 3a-9a.


MissionFIT - Health & Human Performance Series 4Tinker Wellness Center, Bldg. 5922, 7 to 8 a.m.See description on page 3a-9a.FIT Basic Series 4Tinker Wellness Center, Bldg. 5922, 12 to 1 p.m.See description on page 3a-9a.

Friday, Aug. 12CommunityDiabetes Support Group MeetingTinker Wellness Center, Bldg. 5922, 1:30 to 2:30 p.m.Monthly support group

11:30 a.m.See description on page 3a-9a.The Importance of Sleep Bldg. 3001 FM C/R (1AF-83A), 11 a.m. to 12 p.m.See description on page 3a-9a.


Pre-Deployment BriefingA&FRC, 1 to 3 p.m.See description on page 3a-9a.

Monday, July 25CommunityCholesterol and Glucose ScreeningBldg. 3001 LH Office (073), 7 to 11 a.m.See description on page 3a-9a.Tobacco Cessation Individual ConsultsTinker Wellness Center, Bldg. 5922, 7:30 to 10:30 a.m.See description on page 3a-9a.Exercise and ArthritisBldg. 3001 564 AMXS Small C/R (2Y-48 C2), 11 a.m. See description on page 3a-9a.

MissionFIT - Health & Human Performance Series 4Tinker Wellness Center, Bldg. 5922, 7 to 8 a.m.See description on page 3a-9a.Transition GPS A&FRC, 7:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.See description on page 3a-9a.

Smooth Move A&FRC, 9 to 10:30 a.m.See description on page 3a-9a.

Tuesday, July 26CommunityCholesterol and Glucose ScreeningBldg. 3001 Post Y-11 B/R, 7:30 to 10:30 a.m.See description on page 3a-9a.H.A.S. class (3 of 4)72nd MDG, Family Advocacy Office, large classroom, 9:30 a.m. See description on page 3a-9a.

MissionBetter Body. Better Life. Series 4ATinker Wellness Center, Bldg. 5922, 7 to 8 a.m.See description on page 3a-9a.FIT - Health & Human Performance Series 4Tinker Wellness Center, Bldg. 5922, 7 to 8 a.m.See description on page 3a-9a.Pre-Deployment BriefingA&FRC, 8 to 10 a.m.See description on page 3a-9a. See more events page 3b.

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involving many aspects of living with diabetes. Topics include nutrition, activity, stress management, dental health, foot care, and much more! For more information, call 736-2169.MissionFIT - Health & Human Performance Series 4Tinker Wellness Center, Bldg. 5922, 7 to 8 a.m.See description on page 3a-9a.



Tuesday, Aug. 16MissionBetter Body. Better Life. Series 4ATinker Wellness Center, Bldg. 5922, 7 to 8 a.m.See description on page 3a-9a.

FIT - Health & Human Performance Series 4Tinker Wellness Center, Bldg. 5922, 7 to 8 a.m.See description on page 3a-9a.FIT Basic Series 4Tinker Wellness Center, Bldg. 5922, 12 to 1 p.m.See description on page 3a-9a.

Wednesday, Aug. 17CommunityPregnancy Resource BriefingLakesha Levy Conference Room, Bldg. 1094, 9:30 a.m. See description on page 3a-9a.


Thursday, Aug. 18CommunityTobacco Cessation Individual Consults



Friday, Aug. 19MissionFIT - Health & Human Performance Series 4Tinker Wellness Center, Bldg. 5922, 7 to 8 a.m.See description on page 3a-9a.



Tuesday, Aug. 23MissionBetter Body. Better Life.

Series 5ATinker Wellness Center, Bldg. 5922, 7 to 8 a.m.See description on page 3a-9a.FIT - Health & Human Performance Series 5Tinker Wellness Center, Bldg. 5922, 7 to 8 a.m.See description on page 3a-9a.FIT Basic Series 5Tinker Wellness Center, Bldg. 5922, 12 to 1 p.m.See description on page 3a-9a.




Friday, Aug. 26MissionFIT - Health & Human Performance Series 5Tinker Wellness Center, Bldg. 5922, 7 to 8 a.m.See description on page 3a-9a.



Tuesday, Aug. 30MissionBetter Body. Better Life.

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Series 5ATinker Wellness Center, Bldg. 5922, 7 to 8 a.m.See description on page 3a-9a.FIT - Health & Human Performance Series 5Tinker Wellness Center, Bldg. 5922, 7 to 8 a.m.See description on page 3a-9a.FIT Basic Series 5Tinker Wellness Center, Bldg. 5922, 12 to 1 p.m.See description on page 3a-9a.


Thursday, Sept. 1CommunityTobacco Cessation Individual Consults



Tuesday, Sept. 6MissionBetter Body. Better Life. Series 5ATinker Wellness Center, Bldg. 5922, 7 to 8 a.m.See description on page 3a-9a.FIT - Health & Human Performance Series 5Tinker Wellness Center, Bldg. 5922, 7 to 8 a.m.See description on page 3a-9a.FIT Basic Series 5Tinker Wellness Center, Bldg. 5922, 12 to 1 p.m.See description on page 3a-9a.

Wednesday, Sept. 7CommunityPregnancy Resource BriefingLakesha Levy Conference Room, Bldg. 1094, 9:30 a.m.See description on page 3a-9a.


Thursday, Sept. 8CommunityTobacco Cessation Individual ConsultsSee description on page 3a-9a.MissionFIT Basic Series 5Tinker Wellness Center, Bldg. 5922, 12 to 1 p.m.See description on page 3a-9a.

Friday, Sept. 9CommunityDiabetes Support Group MeetingTinker Wellness Center, Bldg. 5922, 1:30 to 2:30 p.m.Monthly support group involving many aspects of living with diabetes. Topics include nutrition, activity, stress

management, dental health, foot care and much more. For more information, call 736-2169.


Monday, Sept. 12CommunityTobacco Cessation Individual ConsultsTinker Wellness Center, Bldg. 5922, 7:30 to 10:30 a.m.See description on page 3a-9a.


Tuesday, Sept. 13MissionBetter Body. Better Life. Series 5ATinker Wellness Center, Bldg. 5922, 7 to 8 a.m.See description on page 3a-9a.FIT - Health & Human Performance Series 5Tinker Wellness Center, Bldg. 5922, 7 to 8 a.m.See description on page 3a-9a.


Wednesday, Sept. 14MissionFIT - Health & Human Performance Series 5Tinker Wellness Center, Bldg. 5922, 7 to 8 a.m.See description on page 3a-9a.Better Body. Better Life. Series 5BTinker Wellness Center, Bldg. 5922, 1 to 2 p.m.See description on page 3a-9a.FIT Basic Series 5Tinker Wellness Center, Bldg. 5922, 12 to 1 p.m.See description on page 3a-9a.

Thursday, Sept. 15CommunityTobacco Cessation Individual ConsultsSee description on page 3a-9a.



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