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Dec. 12, 2018
The National Guard celebrates 382 years

We recognize December 13th as the birthday of the National Guard. On this date in 1636, the first militia regiments in North America were organized in Massachusetts. Based upon an order of the Massachusetts Bay Colony's General Court, the colony's militia was organized into three permanent regiments
Dec. 10, 2018
Medical Airman inspired to give back through CFC

When Capt. Jamion Lewis, 14th Medical Support Squadron Resource Management Office and Medical Readiness flight commander, was 8 years old, his sister was born with her heart in the wrong spot in her body. A children’s hospital in Texas took such good care of her and supported her and their family
Dec. 10, 2018
Columbus AFB kicks off holiday celebrations with ceremony, parade

The BLAZE Chapel held a Christmas Tree and Menorah Lighting Ceremony, Dec. 4, here. After arriving on a T-1A Jayhawk at Columbus AFB’s Red Carpet, Santa Claus led a parade from the 14th Operations Support Squadron Base Operations BLAZE Chapel for the Holiday Lighting Ceremony.
Dec. 6, 2018
Air Force releases chief master sergeant 18E9 promotion cycle statistics

Air Force releases chief master sergeant 18E9 promotion cycle statistics
Nov. 30, 2018
Fight’s On: Airmen Hackin’ the Mish takes place Dec. 7 on Columbus AFB

Columbus Air Force Base will be hosting Fight’s On: Airmen Hackin’ the Mish Dec. 7 from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. at the Columbus Club and is open to all 14th Flying Training Wing officers, enlisted and civilian Airmen.The event is a professional development day for Airmen to connect with each other by
Nov. 30, 2018
Spark Cell provides tools to innovate, opens up great possibilities through teamwork

The Columbus Air Force Base Spark Cell was created to be a creative hub for finding solutions to problems, building innovative tools or processes, and learning anything from 3D printing to flying patterns in a T-6 Texan II.
Nov. 30, 2018
Civil Air Patrol celebrates 77 years, remains vital to Columbus AFB

The Civil Air Patrol, the official auxiliary of the Air Force, will celebrate its 77th birthday Dec. 1 and the organization has played a major role in the Air Force’s total force mission and has also paved the way for many aviators.
Nov. 26, 2018
Deploying mental health care downrange

Deployed mental health providers play a vital role in delivering medical care downrange, ensuring the health of the warfighter and the mission.Even though service members who deploy are medically ready, both physically and mentally, the rigors of deployment can take a toll.
Nov. 21, 2018
CAFB leaders host Dormsgiving for junior enlisted Airmen

An annual event known as ‘Dormsgiving,’ held Nov. 14 this year in the Montgomery Village, is a time for junior enlisted Airmen to enjoy a meal with leadership across Columbus Air Force Base, Mississippi.
Nov. 21, 2018
Two Airmen help the Air Force win the Alpha Warrior competition

Capt. Jennifer Trewett, 43rd Flying Training Squadron executive officer, and 2nd Lt. Riley Quinlan, 14th Civil Engineer Squadron Readiness and Emergency Management flight commander, participated in the Alpha Warrior Competition held at the Alpha Warrior Proving Grounds, Selma, Texas.