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  • 3rd Combat Communication Support Squadron welcomes new leader

    Maj. John Zapata assumed command of the 3rd Combat Communications Support Squadron from Maj. Vanessa Johnson on July 11. "In my opinion command is the biggest honor that can be bestowed upon an officer. To be given the opportunity to lead Airmen, insuring their well being and safety in the midst of

  • New name, 'same great services' and more

    The 72nd Mission Support Squadron and 72nd Services Division combined forces July 8 at the Tinker Club. The end result, the 72nd Force Support Squadron, a new unit. Approximately 100 guests attended the historic event as officials inactivated the 72nd MSS and activated the 72nd FSS. "On the surface,

  • Outgoing commander's farewell

    After four years at Tinker, Col. Mark Correll is heading south, across the Red River. His next assignment is at Randolph Air Force Base, Texas. The 72nd Air Base Wing and installation commander said he enjoyed his time at Tinker, and he learned valuable lessons during his tenure. "It has been my

  • Force shaping reallity, be the best, not the rest

    Force shaping can be a daunting phrase, for an all-volunteer force in an era of budget cuts and manpower savings. But, Airmen, especially in the junior ranks, can protect themselves from an uncertain future. "Focus on doing the best job possible - winning today's fight - and everything else will

  • Consolidation puts all Military Personnel Flight services into Bldg. 460

    The Air Force has recently mandated that every base will consolidate their personnelists into the newly activated Force Support Squadron, particularly the Military Personnel Section, previously known as the Military Personnel Flight. For Tinker, there are approximately 46 personnelists from the

  • Tinker bank wins "AF Bank of The Year"

    First National Bank at Tinker was recently recognized as the "2007 Air Force Bank of the Year." Bank officials received the news July 14. It is the fifth time the bank won the award. The bank previously won in 1998, 2001, 2004 and 2005. "FNB continues to deliver outstanding customer service to

  • 34th CCS sweeps doubleheader in intramural softball

    The intramural softball season is rounding the bases and on July 17, the two top-seeded teams in the Thursday night league faced off against each other for supremacy at the Tinker Sports Complex Championship Field. The result was a doubleheader sweep by the 34th Combat Communications Squadron over

  • 72nd Air Base Wing Change of Command today

    At 9 a.m. today, Col. Allen Jamerson will take command of the 72nd Air Base Wing from outgoing commander, Col. Mark Correll. The ceremony will take place outside the Tinker Club and all Tinker Air Force Base personnel are invited to attend. Colonel Jamerson is coming from an assignment as the vice

  • Pedals, shins and fins: Fitness center gears up for 21st triathlon

    What's better than a relaxing ride, a quick stroll and a cool dip in the pool? If that sounds interesting, it's not too late to sign-up for the Gerrity Fitness and Sports Center s 21st Annual Tinker Triathlon starting at 7:30 a.m. Aug. 9.    This event will feature a 400-meter swim, 10K bike ride