ALC training transformation champions

It's a task that all organizations seek to do -- continuously improve their processes. But at Tinker, the need to heighten efficiency has never been keener, as units are facing reduced budgets and up-tempo operations. Within the 72nd Air Base Wing, the edicts of transformation have now come to

Former POWs visit Tinker, share story

It's a length of time no prisoner of war can forget - how long they were held captive. World War II veteran Warren Ledbetter's memory is no different. He entered the Japanese prisoner of war camp in 1942. He wouldn't emerge from captivity for three and a half years. He knows that 1,266 days of his

Budget cuts to affect Tinker

Because of the $9.3 million decrement in base operating support accounts, come fiscal 2011, there will be adjustments and modifications to the support programs and activities that the 72nd Air Base Wing provides to Team Tinker. Though some changes will be more significant than others, Col. Bob

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CFC fund drive just around the corner

Oct. 1 is the day to help out your community. That's the date the 2010 Combined Federal Campaign kicks off, allowing employees to give back. This year, officials said the Central Oklahoma CFC organization is hoping to raise $3.4 million, with $2 million of that coming from Department of Defense

Exchange opens firearms sales at Tinker

Patrons who visit the renovated Tinker Exchange will notice it packs a punch. But tucked away, in the back of the store, lies an all-new department that's bringing even more firepower to the customers. As of Sept. 17, the Exchange now sells firearms and ammunition, a new service offered as part of

Exchange first in DOD to receive new AAFES look

Darlene Davis wheels her cart through the spacious aisles, shopping for everything and nothing. It's 10 minutes after the official Sept. 17 reopening of the Tinker Exchange, and she likes what she sees. "It looks great, this is nice," Ms. Davis said. "It's more spread out and it's labeled to where

Program benefits spouses of deployed

The purpose of the Air Force Aid Society's Car Care program is to ease the impact of deployment on Air Force families by offering basic maintenance (oil/filter change) for a member's vehicle while the member is deployed or on a remote tour. When performing this routine maintenance, additional

Mouthguards help protect smiles

There are many ways for people to take care of their teeth; brushing, flossing, fluoride, visiting the dentist and proper nutrition are some. Unfortunately, people sometimes overlook the importance of mouthguards when participating in both contact and noncontact sports, for people of all ages.

Safety requirements for bicycle riders on Tinker

Bicycle riders are prevalent during the fall months as the weather beckons them outdoors to take advantage of cool breezes and the changing colors that abound. However, with this increase in riding activity come a multitude of increased risks for the riders and sometimes for the vehicles that share