Parents take a time out

Once a month, active-duty Air Force parents have a chance to get away from it all, at least for a few hours. The Airman & Family Readiness Center and the child development centers team up with various Buckley organizations to provide free childcare one day a month to parents who just need a

AF officials reestablish squadron commander support staffs

Air Force officials reestablished squadron commander support staffs on Oct. 1 to help commanders manage administrative duties and other personnel and knowledge operations functions.The decision to recreate squadron CSSs was made by Air Force senior leaders during a Corona South conference in

COARNG aviation maintenance shop keeps choppers in air

Protecting Colorado's people by fighting wildfires and performing search-and-rescue missions is a vital part of the Colorado National Guard.The missions performed wouldn't be possible without the Colorado Army National Guard Aviation Support Facility. The shop ensures pilots and crew who fly those

First snow brings winter prep reminder

Though merely a light dusting, the first snow hit the ground early Oct. 5. While the powder could mean a number of things, such as an early winter, a great ski season or hot cocoa by the fire, it definitely means one thing - it's time to prepare for colder temperatures, snowstorms and hazardous

Charities highlighted at CFC kick-off event

Stop, drop, roll: Buckley to host Fire Prevention Week activities

The 2012 Fire Prevention Week motto encourages people to "Have 2 Ways Out" in case of an emergency. Running Oct. 7-13, the week will bring a number of activities to Buckley, including hands-on fire extinguisher training, fire prevention education and a pancake breakfast. The department will visit

Furry veteran up for adoption

Tucked away in a small corner of base exists the military working dog kennels and a German Shepherd named Nero. This six-time combat veteran with tours to Iraq and Southwest Asia is currently available for adoption.Starting as a puppy, Nero served six years in the Air Force as a military working

Team Buckley to kick off CFC

The Combined Federal Campaign begins Oct. 4 with an event 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the Leadership Development Center. Buckley's CFC is scheduled to run through Nov. 22, but people can continue to make donations until Dec. 15.Representatives from more than 70 charities will attend the kickoff event to

AF encourages ownership with 'I am Air Force Energy' motto

October is Energy Awareness Month, and now is the time to initiate ideas of how to save Air Force energy, time and money.This year, Air Force leadership adopted the theme, 'I am Air Force Energy.' "As energy consumers, we can impact the Air Force's fuel and electricity use every day -- by flying our

Buckley celebrates Air Force birthday