Space heaters not permitted in most work areas; dress in layers

Simply put, don't do it. Don't plug in a space heater.As the outside temperatures drop, 72nd Air Base Wing Civil Engineering Directorate and Tinker Fire Department officials said think twice before taking alternate measures to raise indoor temperatures. Set points, which have already been enacted,

Officials consider first hiring event a success

The Oklahoma Military Connection's first hiring event Nov. 8 attracted approximately 600 transitioning active-duty military members, National Guard personnel, Reservists and veterans.Held at the Armed Forces Reserve Center in Norman, the affair differed from a career fair in that pre-registered

Chewing up ‘Space Invaders’

Cedar trees spring up quickly in unmowed areas of Tinker, becoming a fire hazard and negatively impacting the ecological balance by choking out native grasslands and the species that live there, according to John Krupovage, 72nd Civil Engineering Directorate natural resources manager. In Glenwood

507th ARW receives Lt. Gen. James E. Sherrard III Award

The 507th Air Refueling Wing is the 2012 Lieutenant General James E. Sherrard III award winner.Each year the Airlift/Tanker Association recognizes those who have demonstrated superior leadership, made outstanding contributions to the airlift/tanker mission, and provided invaluable service to their

72nd CPTS Closeout Team wins Wildcatter Award

Introduction to CAF: Airmen fitness built on 4 pillars

The most valuable resource in our military is our people. After nearly 10 years of conflict, members of the armed forces, as well as all of our workforce and families, are confronted with considerable, sustained and diverse stressors that significantly impact the readiness of the force. To be fully

New community support liaison aims to bring back strong relationships

Karen Blackwell knows a thing or two about resiliency. As the 72nd Air Base Wing's new community support coordinator liaison, it is her job to ensure Tinker Airmen are also well versed.Among her responsi-bilities, Ms. Blackwell oversees resilience training, which teaches positive coping skills as

Clinic offers tips for managing stress during the holidays

Managing stress on a day-to-day basis can be taxing; managing stress during the holidays can be even more so for multiple reasons. Holidays for people struggling with depression can intensify feelings of isolation and hopelessness. Here are some tips to help you get through this holiday season:·

Alcohol-related incidents increase during holidays

The holiday season is already upon us and this is a time when many individuals find themselves celebrating at parties where alcoholic beverages are being served. Therefore, it is important that everyone know what they are dealing with when it comes to consuming alcohol.The National Highway

Tinker Heartlink class set for Dec. 12

The Airman and Family Readiness Center will host Heartlink, a military spouse orientation from 8:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. Dec. 12 at A&FRC in Bldg. 6001. The orientation helps to increase awareness of the military mission, customs, traditions, protocols and available resources and services. There will also