Motorcycle safety gear required, smart

Wearing appropriate motorcycle gear is not only smart, but is required by Air Force and Department of Defense regulations. Not abiding by the apparel requirements can result in a discipline or suspension from driving on base. But, ultimately, wearing appropriate gear is not about punishment.

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LOA hands out scholarships to Tinker Airman, civilian

Never underestimate the generosity of the Tinker community. That's one lesson learned after the Battelle Foundation Fund donated $1,000 towards the Crossroad's Chapter of the Logistics Officer Association scholarship fund last week. "Our scholarship program is a significant part of our organizations

Tinker hockey team rewarded with win

The Tinker Hawks I hockey club wanted to get back to its winning ways after four consecutive losses in the Oklahoma City Adult Hockey League Division II. They were rewarded Sunday at the Blazers Ice Centre with a resounding 6-2 win over the Knights. "We need to get back in the win column. Our losing

Swingers capture regular season crown

The long awaited match-up of two of the top teams in intramural softball's Monday League took place Aug. 4 and it definitely did not disappoint. The Swingers captured the regular season crown by defeating the 72nd Medical Group 16-7 under the blistering sun at the Tinker Sports Complex . The two of

Tinker holds 21st annual triathlon

Friends and family members cheered as runners crossed the finish line last Saturday at the 21st Annual Triathlon. Participants competed in a grueling 400-meter swim, 10 kilometer bike and a 5 kilometer run. In the Men's Open category Travis Newton took first place with a time of 40 minutes and 33

STINFO, what's that?

'Information is not knowledge, until it is shared," according to the Scientific Technical Information, or STINFO, policy Web site. The STINFO program focuses on filing documents that aid scientists and engineers in research and everyday work. STINFOS may include blue prints, formulas, graphic

Wing employs survey to enhance workplace

Research confirms a direct correlation between positive business outcomes (such as productivity, turnover, low absentee rates, and adherence to budget) and the relationship between the supervisor and his/her employees. Air Force Materiel Command recognizes the importance of that correlation, and

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