Big changes to Mississippi concealed weapons laws announced

Mississippi Governor Phil Bryant has signed two bills, which are big pro-Second Amendment reforms to the state's concealed weapons laws, into law April 7.Included in the bills are several new exemptions for military members and honorably discharged veterans that will go into effect July 2015.Senate

Air Force Safety Center sponsors Fall Protection Focus weeks

Air Force Ground Safety is sponsoring Fall Protection Focus weeks from May 4-15.This initiative is a partnership with the Occupational Safety and Health Administration and National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health's campaign, "National Safety Stand-Down."During fiscal 2010-2014, the Air

Quarterly awards ceremony distinguishes great performers

The 14th Flying Training Wing's best of the best were showcased during the first quarterly awards ceremony of 2015 April 28 in the Kaye Auditorium.The Team BLAZE first quarter award winners are:Airman of the Quarter: Airman 1st Class Audriana Howard, 14th Medical GroupNCO of the Quarter: Tech. Sgt.

Columbus AFB’s many outdoor opportunities with Mike & Mike

With 1,400 acres of natural forest, Columbus Air Force Base provides numerous free opportunities to get exercise, view wildlife, picnic and enjoy time with friends and family.In addition to trails, the base maintains a stocked lake, butterfly gardens and allows hunting and fishing for nominal

Victims remembered during Holocaust Days of Remembrance

In honor of Holocaust Remembrance Week, Columbus Air Force Base, Mississippi, hosted a museum at the Columbus Club April 21 dedicated to the victims of the Holocaust."This kind of event is something worthy of observance," said Master Sgt. Carolyn Stewart, Holocaust Remembrance Committee Project

SAPR awareness briefing inspires Airmen to change culture

A Sexual Assault Prevention and Response briefing was held April 20 at the Kaye Auditorium on Columbus Air Force Base.The briefing, titled "Mentors in Violence Prevention," discussed how there has been, and still is, a problem with violence toward women."This is not anybody's opinion; it is a fact

Col. MacArthur presents Volunteer Excellence Award

USC Reserve Officer Training Corps cadets tour Columbus AFB

Columbus AFB Airmen selected for U.S. Air Force Academy, prep school

Car Club Autocross dates released

The Sports Car Club of America is hosting four two-day Autocross events on Columbus Air Force Base's SAC ramp in 2015 for Team BLAZE members.The event occurs through the year on base and allows drivers to race their personal vehicles around a track, allowing them to hone their personal capabilities