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  • Land of lizards

    They knew he was there, his camouflage blending in with the long grass. The searchers moved slowly, peering intently at the ground and prodding occasionally at the grass while listening to the beeping of the radio transponder that told them their prey was close. But the searchers aren't soldiers

  • Paying proper respect to the flag is key for all on military installations

    June 14 is flag day. There is no better symbol of our country's values and traditions than the Flag of the United States of America. It exemplifies the profound commitment to freedom, equality and opportunity. Our flag's proud stars and stripes have long inspired our people. Its beautiful red, white

  • TINKER DINING OUT ‘Embracing the future with a shared vision’

    The Tinker Dining Out will be held June 25 at the National Cowboy and Western Heritage Museum in Oklahoma City. The reception will begin at 6 p.m. and dinner will begin at 7 p.m. Gen. Stephen Lorenz, commander of Air Education and Training Command will be the guest speaker. Military are required to

  • Summer Bash brings appreciation week to an end

    The 72nd Force Support Squadron's Summer Bash, which takes place from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Saturday at the Base Picnic Grounds between the Tinker Golf Course and Bldg. 6001, will close out the squadron's annual Customer Appreciation Week. The free event is open to all Tinker personnel and their invited

  • Fluoride helps keep teeth healthy

    Getting necessary vitamins and minerals is vital to staying healthy. Fluoride -- one of those minerals -- is needed to maintain healthy teeth. Studies show that 85 percent of adults have had a cavity, so the proper use of fluoride, a naturally occurring element that helps prevent cavities, is

  • AEF topples Med Group in OT

    The final soccer game of the 2009 intramural season was filled with excitement and drama. Team AEF defeated the 72nd Medical Group 4-2 in overtime to secure the title. The game was played at the Airman Leadership School Soccer Field on May 27. Pat Griffin, Sports Director, Gerrity Fitness and Sports

  • Tinker Les Nordiques fall to Sharks

    The summer season of the Oklahoma City Adult Hockey League Division II kicked off May 31 at the Blazers Ice Centre. Tinker Les Nordiques, formerly known as Tinker Can Am, unveiled brand new jerseys in their defense of the league championship. The end result didn't go the way of the Tinker team,