VA planning OKC homless vets Stand Down

Three hundred is a big number. It seems even bigger when you put it next to this fact: "number of homeless veterans in Oklahoma County." Many of these veterans are in need of a physician, dentist, mental-health professional or maybe just a hot meal, shower and shave. To get some of these men and

When it comes to FOD, 'many hands make light work'

For years we have all heard the benefits that can be gained by getting five servings of fruits and vegetables every day. It seemed like a great idea and we always felt better if we were able to accomplish this feat. For some folks, it was a natural habit to get in those five important servings of

Tinker tree farm creates, green, healthy environment

The new environmentally sound slogan is "going green." Tinker however is not new to "going green." They have housed a tree farm since 1993. The Tinker tree farm construction began in 1993 and the first seedlings were planted in spring of 1994. In the early 1990's, then Air Force Chief of Staff

Team works to make flight line safe place to land in round-the-clock operation

They are the guardians of the night, protecting Tinker's flight-line from enemies lurking in the darkness. They are also the Air Force's saviors, protecting against unforeseen occurrences. While most Tinker personnel and residents are soundly sleeping, several units work tirelessly to protect the

President visits Tinker

38th EIG civilians help rebuild Iraqi air force

It could be a daunting task, but they don't think of it that way. Seven members of the 38th Engineering Installation Group's Systems Telecommunications Engineering Managers are helping to rebuild Iraq's air force. They are designing the entire communications infrastructure. "When I volunteered for

OC-ALC plays part in fielding sniper pod

Two years ago Air Forces Central Command issued an urgent request that would turn the Air Force's B-1 into a more deadly aircraft. The Air Force needed a quick way to add the sniper pod, a video targeting pod employed on F-15 and F-16 aircraft, to the B-1 bomber to enable AF crews to positively

Officials urge being prepared for natural disaster

Acquire a kit. Strategise an escape plan. Be informed. September is "Oklahoma Preparedness Month." Throughout the Sooner state, officials are promoting awareness to weather-related hazards through various events. Tinker officials said they also want to get the word out. "Oklahoma is subject to a lot

Sponsorship a key part of Air Force culture

Senior Airman David Honey said he did not want history to repeat itself. When the 32nd Combat Communications Squadron network infrastructure technician arrived at Tinker in May, he said he was overwhelmed by the installation and Oklahoma's capital city. The Missouri native said he did not want that

Clinic prepares for flu season

With flu season right around the corner, the fall supply of vaccine will arrive shortly. Health professionals suggest people get vaccinated early (before November) because most flu illnesses occur in January or February, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. On average,