Jan. 13, 2011 Arts Council, Wayne County Reads launch Afghanistan education program The Arts Council of Wayne County along with the Wayne Country Reads are hosting a series of events Jan. 15 through March 3 to educate the community about the unique and rich culture and history of Afghanistan.The events center around an exhibit titled "A Country, A People" at the arts council
Jan. 6, 2011 DivorceCare class inspires hope at Seymour Johnson Anyone who has been in the Air Force for more than a year has heard the horror stories about failed marriages and how hard it is to stay in a relationship with constant deployments and work stress. While falling in love and getting married can be the greatest experience of one's life, a divorce can
Jan. 5, 2011 Seymour Johnson EOD flight responds during bomb scare Members of the 4th Fighter Wing Explosive Ordnance Disposal flight have gotten used to responding to Improvised Explosive Device threats in Iraq and Afghanistan -- clearing dangerous stretches for Allied troops and civilians alike. So when news reached Seymour Johnson Air Force Base Monday afternoon
Jan. 5, 2011 Save a buck, apply for a scholarship, grant In a perfect world having enough money would never be an issue, but in reality a lack of cash can severely limit a person's aspirations to earn a higher education. To help alleviate this burden, the Seymour Johnson Air Force Base is hosting a college scholarship information night from 6-7 p.m. Jan.
Jan. 5, 2011 DEA bans Spice The sale, purchase and possession of the product commonly referred to as "Spice" in the United States has been declared illegal by the U.S. Drug Enforcement Administration. The DEA issued a press release Nov. 10 which states the agency is using "its emergency scheduling authority to temporarily
Jan. 5, 2011 Watkins-Das Learning Center new caffination destination Members of the 4th Fighter Wing no longer need to leave the base gates to get their coffee fix.The Star Mountain Coffee Shop opened for business in the Watkins-Das Learning Center Jan. 4."If you want a delicious cup of freshly brewed regular or specialty coffee, stop by and visit Star Mountain,"
Jan. 4, 2011 ‘Tis the coldest time of year The 4th Fighter Wing experienced some very cold weather as 2010 came to an end. Additionally, 2011 may continue this trend. The colder winter months are historically the second most costly time of year for SJAFB utilities due to the cost associated with providing utilities during periods of extreme
Dec. 23, 2010 Need someone to talk to, visit a chaplain Holidays are traditionally a joyful time for people to reconnect with family and friends and when people reflect on the things they are grateful for. However, for some, the upcoming holidays do not symbolize a time of celebration but a time of loneliness. The Seymour Johnson chapel staff has their
Dec. 22, 2010 Airpower over Afghanistan In the F-15E Strike Eagle fighter squadron building at Bagram Airfield, Afghanistan, there is a sign on the door that reads, "The mission is the 18 year old with a rifle." The aircrews say this helps them keep in perspective why exactly they're deployed.