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.
Dec. 21, 2010 4th MDG pharmacy volunteers critical to Third Party Collection Program success Have you ever asked yourself why you must present your Third Party Collection program card, commonly referred to as the white card, when receiving care at the base clinic? Or wondered how updating the white card annually affects the array of services you and your family are offered?The TPC program,
Dec. 17, 2010 SJ cops in first solo AF ground base defense attack since Vietnam For the first time since the Vietnam War, Air Force Security Forces members on the ground solely defended a base from attack in May of 2010. Fourteen of those Airmen were members of the 4th Security Forces Squadron, just recently back from a six-month deployment to Afghanistan. "I was driving the
Dec. 14, 2010 Yellow Ribbon Dining takes on new life The Airman & Family Readiness Center staff are shaking up the Yellow Ribbon Dining program in the coming year. "We are changing things up for 2011. We will be having a monthly Yellow Ribbon event," said Master Sgt. Andrea Schaub, A&FRC readiness NCO. The Yellow Ribbon Dining, which takes place three
Dec. 14, 2010 Cookie drive spreads holiday cheer in SJ dorms Dorm residents received a sweet surprise from members of both Officers and Enlisted Wives Clubs, as they delivered cookies to the Airmen during their annual cookie drive Dec. 9, 2010. To reach out to Airmen who live in the dorms and let them know they are not alone this holiday season, the OSC and