April 8, 2009 Vice President breaks-up racquetball match When Air Force Two landed here April 1, Johnnie Webster and Staff Sgt. William Rudoff weren't sure they'd get a chance to see--let alone meet--the Vice President. Neither of the two 4th Communications Squadron members were able to make it to the flightline as Vice President Joe Biden stepped off the
April 8, 2009 Drug use ends Airman's career An Airman from the 4th Equipment Maintenance Squadron received nine months confinement, reduction in rank to Airman Basic, forfeiture of $933 pay per month for nine months, and a bad conduct discharge in a trial here March 27. Airman Basic Lee Allen Knueppel pled guilty to violating Article 80 of
April 2, 2009 Child Abuse Prevention: Whose responsibility is it? During the month of April, family advocacy programs, local and federal agencies, and citizens across the nation focus special attention on the prevention of child abuse. The month reflects a special reminder to each of us that the prevention of child abuse must become a personal priority and
April 2, 2009 Base ambulance policy can impact tax payer wallets The 4th Medical Group has noticed a rising trend in the number of 9-1-1 calls for non-emergency situations. The 9-1-1 system should only be used in an emergency, said Capt. Sina Ziemak, a nurse who maintains the contract with the Wayne County ambulance service. A medical group defines an emergency
April 2, 2009 Servicemembers can get help with mortgage problems Many programs are available for military members facing credit-wrecking foreclosures. The Homeowners Assistance Program - originally designed to protect servicemembers from real estate losses associated with base realignments and closures - has been extended to include losses associated with