Colo. Army Guard receives new Chinooks

Colorado Army National Guard pilots flew in four new Boeing CH-47F Chinook helicopters May 17 at the Army Aviation Support Facility here. The four Chinook crews returned to Colorado with the new helicopters after attending a seven-week training course at Hunter Army Airfield, Ga. A few of the CH-47

Other side of the lens: Marine leaves lasting impact

I had never met him. I had never seen him. I didn't even know his name before that day. But then I stood on the flightline staring at a black coffin draped in the Stars and Stripes. It didn't matter whether or not I knew this Marine, because I could feel his impact. Members of the base and local

Motorcyclists be aware: Requirements apply on, off base

While wearing personal protective equipment may get stuffy and hot, many motorcyclists are required to wear all prescribed gear on and off military installations. From over-the-ankle boots to a Department of Transportation-standard helmet all military motorcyclists are required to don their

Farewell ride for wing commander

K-9 handlers give demonstrations

Buckley volunteers tackle teamwork and anti-bullying

About 30 Team Buckley members teamed up with Denver Bronco Wesley Woodyard's 16Ways Foundation to show more than 200 children the fundamentals of football all while pushing the importance of teamwork and anti-bullying at a football camp May 18 at the Aurora Public Stadium. Volunteers coached and

Buckley K-9 teams compete in Iron Dog Competition

Team Buckley honors national fitness, military appreciation month

In recognition of National Physical Fitness and Sports and Military Appreciation Months, Team Buckley will host an information fair 11 a.m. May 22 at The Exchange. Located outside of the exchange, the fair will provide information on women's health and special programs that offer support to the

Rattlesnake safety could save a life

Several rattlesnakes have recently been spotted around base housing.Colorado State Parks reported two types of rattlesnakes, the Western or Prairie Rattlesnake and the Massasauga, inhabit Colorado. Both snakes are considered non-aggressive, but bite when threatened.A rattlesnake's first line of

'Give Parents a Break' event provides peace and quiet

The 460th Force Support Squadron is scheduled to host the "Give Parents a Break" event 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. May 18 at the Crested Butte Child Development Center.The event is open to active duty Air Force and Army members only. To participate in the program, individuals must submit a request to the CDC