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  • Father, son share passion for flying

    One of the proudest days for a young Air Force officer is when they earn the aeronautical rating of pilot. That day was extra special for one Air Force officer Friday, as he received his wings from his father during the graduation ceremony for Specialized Undergraduate Pilot Training class

  • BLAZE Race signups begin

    There will be a BLAZE Race Sept. 21 starting at 7 a.m. at the Fitness Center to celebrate the 60/65 ceremony taking place at CAFB. During this race there will be a 5k, 10k and a 1.5 mile fun run. The first 60 participants to sign up and complete the 5k or 10k race will receive a free commemorative

  • CAFB to celebrate 60/65

    By now, many of the BLAZE Team members may have heard talk about the 60/65 celebration but may not know exactly what that means. This year, the United States Air Force turns 60 years young. As we as a Service celebrate this birthday, locally at Columbus AFB also have another anniversary to

  • Base residents provided with education options

    This week, the city and county schools have agreed in spirit to allow base residents the choice to attend Columbus city schools or Caledonia schools. The timeline for implementation is the end of August. Lowndes County school district will be offering tours of Caledonia Elementary, Middle and High

  • Squadron flies last T-37 sortie

    The 41st Flying Training Squadron flew their last T-37 sortie Aug. 9. The squadron will now only fly the T-6 Texan II. Instructor pilots Major Brian Worthington and 1st Lt. Adam Flaherty were selected to fly in this meaningful event. They were chosen because they were the oldest and youngest IPs,

  • AFFSC, Airman X Speaking, how may I help you

    It's been said that "finance is merging with Services, Outdoor Recreation, Munitions Storage, CATM, the Bowling alley and the Little Kitchen restaurant." Don't believe the stories; none of that's happening. What is occuring, however, is the Financial Services Transformation. The idea behind the Air

  • The meanings of Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder

    Over the past few years, I have conducted a great deal of research on Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder. The results of my research may surprise some, but not everyone. First, I found that the process for those involved, such as doctors, teachers, parents and children, with an ADHD diagnosis

  • Scholars make visit to CAFB

    Thirty International Fulbright Scholars visited Columbus AFB Tuesday. The group is being hosted by Mississippi State University and was here to view the Columbus AFB training program. The international Fulbright scholars were from 25 different countries and will be pursuing Masters of PhD's at 26