News

  • On base housing changes hands, stays the same for residents

    Pinnacle Family of Companies and its affiliates along with Hunt Companies and its affiliates have concluded negotiations to transfer all ownership and development responsibilities of privatized military housing from Pinnacle to Hunt as of Aug. 1.Residents of on base housing should see little to no

  • Conserve today. Secure tomorrow. CAFB celebrates earth day everyday

    Thursday marked the 41st anniversary of the first Earth Day. Born out of a grassroots movement to encourage awareness of the growing air and water pollution, Earth Day has evolved into an international celebration of our commitment to protect and conserve Earth's natural resources. Over 190

  • Columbus Air Force Base receives the Tree City USA award

    Columbus Air Force Base, Miss. was awarded the Tree City USA certification by the Mississippi Urban Forest Council. Columbus Air Force Base is one of only 29 sites in the state qualifying for the recognition. This is the 18 year that the base has received the title. Columbus Air Force Base is

  • Brig. Gen. McGillicuddy reminds SUPT Class 11-07 of roots

    The 9th Reconnaissance Wing commander spoke at graduation ceremony for Specialized Undergraduate Pilot Training Class 11-07 April 8 at Kaye Auditorium. Brig. Gen. Paul McGillicuddy told graduates that this day would change their lives, and reminded them to think about the trials and successes of the

  • Trail BLAZE'r - April 13

    Name and unit: Tech. Sgt. Brian Fisher, 14th Medical Support SquadronJob title: NCOIC, LaboratoryTime at Columbus AFB: 15 MonthsTime in Service: 16 YearsHometown: Lake City, Fla.Career goals: Make master sergeant and complete my masters degree Family members: Wife Glenda, daughter Deanna (13) and

  • Fundraising Guidance During AFAF and CFC Seasons

    It is that time of year again; time for the Air Force Assistance Fund. This year the AFAF at Columbus Air Force Base will run from March 28 to May 6. It is also the time of the year that private organizations, booster clubs, etc. may be planning fundraiser. As a result, some well-intending,

  • Trail BLAZE'r - April 6

    Name/unit: Bill Holdiness, 14th Flying Training Wing Job title: Tax Center ManagerTime at Columbus AFB: Two MonthsTime in Service: Two MonthsHometown: Washington, D.C.Career goals: To do the best in everything I do. Family members: My wife and two children.Favorite musician: Brad PaisleyFavorite