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July 19, 2011
Tinker squadron goes all out for PT

When it comes to mission readiness, the term "Chair Force" does not apply to the 3rd Combat Communications Group. For the 32nd Combat Communication Squadron, "hardcore" is the only way to define their physical training.For the past six weeks, 1st Lt. Trevor Steen, 32nd CBCS squadron engineer and
July 19, 2011
Wounded warriors to take on Tinker leaders

Are you ready for some softball? At 1 p.m. July 22, the Wounded Warrior Amputee Softball Team will take on Tinker senior leaders on Championship Field at the base softball complex. The event is part of the WWAST tour and will be the second game of a doubleheader for the team. Earlier in the day,
July 15, 2011
Governer issues burn ban for 45 OK counties

Governor Mary Fallin issued an Executive Proclamation banning outdoorburning for 45 counties.County Commissioner Burn Bans remain in effect in counties not covered bythe Governor's proclamation.1. Map showing red counties (Governors Burn Ban) and yellow counties (CountyCommissioner Burn Bans). This
July 7, 2011
B-52 kitting reduces wait-time for mechanics

Locating the correct part is half the battle for mechanics on the B-52 Bomber. But, a reinvigorated effort to streamline that process has made the battle easier.In the past, parts for the B-52 were stored on pallets and around the docks, basically wherever the mechanic could find space. When it was
July 7, 2011
Command budget, personnel outlooks top issues at annual AFMC, union leaders meeting

Air Force Materiel Command will face the challenge of maintaining strategic priorities while operating within an environment of reduced or flattened budgets, command officials said during a June 28 meeting between AFMC senior leaders and the military's largest employee union.The annual joint
July 7, 2011
New OC-ALC/CV jumping into continuous process improvement, helping move the ball down the field

He may be new to Tinker and Oklahoma, but Col. Steven Bleymaier already calls the installation home. Since arriving here last month, the colonel said he's eager to get involved and help keep the ball rolling.Colonel Bleymaier is the latest addition to the Oklahoma City Air Logistics Center front
July 7, 2011
72nd MDG/CC praises team; says goodbye

Col. Robert Marks said he couldn't be more proud of the 72nd Medical Group. In his nearly three years as commander, the group has exceeded his expectations. Although it is time for him to move on, the colonel said he will never forget the group, its accomplishments and all that the personnel taught
July 7, 2011
76th AMXG/CC retires; reflects fondly on group

The 76th Aircraft Maintenance Group statistics say volumes about Col. Doug Cato, but that's only a piece of the commander's career.Within his 24-years, Colonel Cato has aimed high, accomplishing challenging goals and setting new standards; but, he insists it was achieved through a team effort. On
July 7, 2011
76th CMXG welcomes new commander

The 76th Commodities Maintenance Group has a new commander. On June 30, the group welcomed Col. Mike Christian. Held in Bldg. 9001 in front of approximately 300 people, Col. Cedric George, 76th Maintenance Wing commander, presided over the change-of-command ceremony. Colonel Christian succeeded Col.
July 7, 2011
Plastic patients, real readiness

Temperatures exceeded 100 degrees outside daily as the largest wildfire in Arizona's history blazed across the state last month. But members of the 507th Medical Squadron faced their own heated challenge while attending a unique trauma training course in Scottsdale, Ariz.During their June 12-25

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