Dec. 18, 2012 Acting Under Secretary applauds small business at 4th FW Acting Under Secretary of the Air Force, Dr. Jamie Morin, visited the 4th Fighter Wing Dec. 17, to applaud the wing's efforts in support of the Air Force Small Business Program. During his visit, Morin presented several Air Force level awards and met with Airmen and local business owners to
Dec. 17, 2012 STEP on up Col. Jeannie Leavitt, 4th Fighter Wing commander, made surprise visits promoting two Airmen through the Stripes for Exceptional Performers here, Dec. 13.Tech. Sgt. Daphne Adams, 4th Operations Support Squadron aircrew flight equipment flight chief, was promoted to the rank of master sergeant, and
Dec. 17, 2012 Team Seymour works to prevent sexual assaults Members of the 4th Fighter Wing came together here Dec. 10, for a commander's call to discuss the Air Force's sweeping cultural changes which support the zero tolerance policy against sexual assault.The gathering began with a short video clip depicting real-world cases of sexual assault in the
Dec. 17, 2012 4th FSS and CMS clash for 2012 intramural volleyball championship The 4th Component Maintenance Squadron and 4th Force Support Squadron competed in a six-on-six, best two-out-of three contest to determine the base champion here, Dec. 12.The 4th FSS struck first, winning round one 25 to 20. However, the 4th CMS took the second round with a score of 25 to 19,
Dec. 14, 2012 N.C. Governor and Governor-elect visit 4th FW; highlight strong community partnership North Carolina Governor Bev Perdue and Governor-elect Pat McCrory visited the 4th Fighter Wing Dec. 14 on a tour of military installations across the state in a continuing effort to build and maintain strong community relations. Perdue and McCrory met with base and community leaders to discuss the
Dec. 14, 2012 Sending home baked love to Airmen The Officer and Civilian Spouses Organization conducted an annual cookie drive Dec. 10, for Airmen living in the dorms here to give a bit of cheer during the holidays and thank them for their service. Base members and the local community were encouraged to donate cookies to the drive prior to the
Dec. 14, 2012 Being financially prepared for the holidays The Airman & Family Readiness Center recently held a finance class for Airmen and base personnel that showed ways to manage holiday spending. During the class participants were given tips, guidelines and a budget plan, to ensure they stayed afloat during the holiday season."The first step is to
Dec. 13, 2012 USAF Heritage of America Band brass quartet spreads holiday cheer The U.S. Air Force Heritage of America Band brass quartet played a variety of holiday songs for members of Team Seymour here, Dec. 12.The quartet, based out of Joint Base Langley Eustis, Va., began their visit at the 4th Fighter Wing Headquarters, playing holiday-themed carols for an audience of
Dec. 13, 2012 Tips to prevent foodborne illness The U. S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) encourages consumers to pay special attention to the handling and preparation of foods during the holiday season. Keep in mind that the elderly, children and individuals with weakened immune systems - including pregnant women - are especially at risk of
Dec. 13, 2012 335th FS commemorates record-setting F-15E The 335th Fighter Squadron held a ceremony Dec. 7, 2012 in honor of the F-15E Strike Eagle Flag Ship 487 for reaching the 10,000 flying hours milestone.Representatives from Boeing and Atlantic Models presented the 335th FS with a scaled model of 487 to commemorate the achievement."The significance