AF government travel cards receive tech upgrade

Beginning this month, Citibank is issuing chip and PIN-enabled government travel cards (GTC) to new card applicants, individuals whose cards will expire in 2015 and individuals who have reported lost or stolen cards.This is the first phase in a multi-phased rollout, which will enhance the security

Panther Pit offers new range of fitness options

It's no secret that a proper exercise regime enhances quality of life, improves productivity and brings positive physical and mental changes. Whether beginning an exercise routine or just looking to re-energize a monotonous one, the fitness center on base has increased their fitness capabilities

Buckley Chapel hosts chili cook-off

Team Buckley members don new stripes

Eleven Team Buckley members were promoted to their next ranks Jan. 5, 2015, at the Leadership Development Center on Buckley Air Force Base, Colo. These Airmen were honored by their co-workers, families and friends during the ceremony. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Luke W.

460th MDG offers new drug disposal program

Beginning Dec. 17, in an effort to improve safety in our military community, the 460th Medical Group pharmacy added a new option for medication disposal for its beneficiaries.  Located in the pharmacy lobby adjacent to pick-up window six, the new MedSafe allows patients to safely dispose of any

Team Buckley Airman earns Chiefs' Group award

DOD releases 2015 military pay, compensation rates

The Defense Department announced the 2015 military pay and compensation rates for service members Dec. 22, with most service members receiving a 1 percent increase in basic pay.The new rates for basic pay, basic allowance for housing (BAH), basic allowance for subsistence (BAS), and the cost of

New 460th SW command chief embraces 'family'

Standing in his office for only a few seconds, it's apparent the new command chief is a fan of the New York Giants. There's a flag, a helmet, two large posters, old-school bobble head, and a Mr. Potato Head dedicated to his team. To top it off, he even sports a Giants wallet.Chief Master Sgt. Brian

AF seeks enlisted nurse commissioning program applicants

Eligible active duty enlisted Airmen interested in a nursing commission have until Feb. 27 to get career field functional manager approval and submit an" intent to apply" email to the Air Force Personnel Center, officials said today.The Nurse Enlisted Commissioning Program offers members an

AF announces no involuntary force management programs for FY15

Air Force officials announced there is no longer a need to conduct involuntary force management programs for fiscal year 2015 following a year of significant reductions designed to meet DoD strategic and budgetary guidance.Officials confirm FY14 goals were achieved to size and shape the force