Don’t trip up on travel vouchers

Over the years Department of Defense watchdogs have pointed out mistakes made by military members and civilian employees alike for erroneous travel vouchers after conducting government business.Most recently, the DOD's Inspector General Office released a report that concluded a member of the highly

AFAF campaign continued

The base's Air Force Assistance Fund campaign has been extended to May 13.Col. Stephanie Wilson, 72nd Air Base wing commander, recently decided to give the Tinker AFB drive another boost after an uptick in donations.The AFAF aids Airmen and dependents worldwide with help ranging from emergency funds

Remembering Vietnam Veterans: American, South Vietnam vets pause to reflect

Team Tinker honored Vietnam veterans during a retreat ceremony held April 27 at the Major Charles B. Hall Air Park.Recognizing the Vietnam veterans, retired Col. Mark Tarpley said service was what it was all about."There was a common link with those serving in World War II, the Korean War and

Thank you: Sergeant thanks Vietnam vet for saving father’s life

It isn't every day that someone gets to meet the person who saved their father's life, 45 years after the fact.That meeting became real for Master Sgt. David Herrig, a contracting superintendent with the Air Force Sustainment Center Contracting Directorate. Sergeant Herrig recently sat down with

AROUND TINKER: 72nd ABW honors Wildcatters

Two members of the 72nd Air Base Wing were recently awarded the Wildcatter award by 72nd ABW Commander Col. Stephanie Wilson.Senior Airman Tyler J. Hawke, 72nd Force Support Squadron Installation Personnel Readiness, used to jokingly refer to himself as the AIC (Airman-in-Charge) of the Installation

AROUND TINKER: Tinker man’s doctoral research to enhance aviation safety with risk-based strategies

Advanced degrees are essential for both military and civilian leaders at Tinker AFB to emphasize aviation leadership and executive development.On May 6, Bryan Sheehan, from the Oklahoma City Air Logistics Complex Quality Assurance Office, will graduate from Oklahoma State University with a Doctor of

Annual summer kick-off event planned for June 4

The warm weather is a sign --summer is coming.Soon, pools will be filled and swimsuits will be the outfit of choice. Field trips and vacations are welcomed traditions, and evenings are reserved for friendly barbecues. Summer is meant to be fun with lots to do. So why not start the season off

Reserve Gold muffles Thunder

Reserve Gold's success on both sides of the ball earned the team a 17-0 shutout in the first round of the Spring Flag Football League playoffs.No. 4 seed Reserve Gold handily overcame No. 5 Supply Chain Management Squadron (SCMS) Thunder on Tuesday at the athletic field north of the dorms.Thunder

Sports Shorts

Can/Am Cup rescheduledThe Can/Am Cup hockey faceoff has been rescheduled to May 20.The annual battle between 552nd Air Control Wing's Canadian Detachment and American members was canceled April 29 due to threatening weather.The event will start at 6 p.m. at the Blazers Ice Centre, 8000 S. I-35

PHOTOS: Up to the challenge