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Jan. 24, 2013
Pentagon to lift rule excluding women from combat

Defense Secretary Leon E. Panetta and Army Gen. Martin E. Dempsey, chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff, are expected to announce the lifting of the direct combat exclusion rule for women in the military, a senior defense official said today.The policy change will begin a process in which the
Jan. 24, 2013
Colorado AFA chapter to host AF Ball

The Air Force Association Lance P. Sijan Chapter #125 is hosting an Air Force Ball for service members on Colorado's Front Range Feb. 15 at The Broadmoor hotel's Broadmoor Hall in Colorado Springs. The deadline to purchase tickets is Feb. 5. To purchase tickets, visit www.afasijan.com or call the
Jan. 23, 2013
Buckley Fitness Center hosts badminton tournament

The Buckley Fitness Center hosted a badminton tournament Jan. 23 to crown the best Team Buckley badminton duo. Eight teams battled it out over the net, but when the dust settled, it was the 460th Force Support Squadron team that took top honors. "I like these tournaments because it is different from
Jan. 23, 2013
AFAS grant program accepting applicants

The deadline for eligible children and spouses of service members to submit an application for $2,000 educational grants through the Air Force Aid Society's Gen. Henry H. Arnold Education Grant Program is March 8.Eligible participants include children of active duty, Title 10 Active Guard Reserve or
Jan. 22, 2013
460th SFS dominates AFPSC awards; wins 4 of 8 categories

The 460th Security Forces Squadron exemplified excellence by taking four out of eight Air Force Space Command awards for 2012.The 460th SFS award-winning defenders include the following:· Tech. Sgt. Jacob Overman, AFSPC Billy Jack Carter Award · Senior Airman Joshua Reid, 2012 Outstanding Support
Jan. 18, 2013
Be proactive; get your education

The new motto for Buckley's Education Center is "Be proactive."The education office will become more visible in 2013 with a representative speaking at commander's calls, first sergeant meetings, Joint Junior Enlisted Group meetings and other venues to encourage Airmen to seek a higher education.With
Jan. 18, 2013
Volunteers critically needed at Buckley Pharmacy

The Buckley Pharmacy is in urgent need of volunteers to assist the active-duty staff in distributing medications to active-duty members, retirees, veterans and families.Within the last year, 10 volunteers have resigned due to personal issues not related to the pharmacy; leaving a desperate need for
Jan. 18, 2013
Coyotes spotted on Buckley; protect self, family

The 460th Civil Engineering Squadron has received reports of coyote sightings on base and in the surrounding community. It is important to be informed about coyotes in order to avoid an incident.In this area, a coyote's pelt is usually grayish-brown or yellowish-gray, while the throat and belly tend
Jan. 18, 2013
AF officials anticipate pay delays for officers, enlisted Airmen promoted in March

Officers and enlisted Airmen getting promoted in March will experience pay delays because of the Military Personnel Data System upgrade occurring that month."Individuals getting promoted from March 4 to March 26 will not get their promotions updated in MilPDS because of the upgrade," said Lt. Col.
Jan. 18, 2013
460th SW commander presents State of the Base

Col. Daniel Dant, 460th Space Wing commander, gave his annual State of the Base address Jan. 16 at the Double Tree Hotel to inform community leaders and members of the Aurora Rotary and Aurora Chamber of Commerce about the base's past, current and future activities. In addition, Dant discussed