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

Commissary Rewards Card helps patrons save money

 The Commissary Rewards Card is saving commissary customers time and money through digital coupons, and more customers are welcome to join."Since the launch in September, shoppers have redeemed more than $85,000 in Commissary Rewards Card coupons, and there's ample room for more customers to get a

Staying fit through the holidays

'Tis the season for overeating. With all the parties, dinners and festive celebrations this time of the year, there is no reason why we have to go into the new year looking like a jolly old elf with a round belly that shakes like a bowl full of jelly. Here are some tips to help you squeeze exercise