Civilian takes lead at 72nd CS

Stacy Cameron assumed command of the 72nd Communications Squadron from Lt. Col. Kyna McCall on July 2.    "We've gathered here to bid farewell to our last military commander of the 72nd Comm. Squadron. Not only did Colonel McCall's team support Tinker members but she also fostered an atmosphere of

552nd MXG gets new commander

Col. Lawrence W. Hinkin assumed command July 1 of the 552nd Maintenance Group in an official ceremony officiated by Brig. Gen. Lori Robinson, commander of the 552nd Air Control Wing.    As commander, Colonel Hinkin will be responsible for managing and supervising the maintenance complex, consisting

Warrior's Legacy: General Tinker's family, tribe keep proud memory alive in song and dance

Almost seven decades after the naming of Tinker Air Force Base family members continue to recognize and honor the legacy of Maj. Gen. Clarence Leonard Tinker.    General Tinker was an Airman of Osage Indian ancestry who lost his life during World War II while on a combat mission during the Japanese

Building strategic partnerships: an open letter from IT's new commander

First of all, I want to publicly thank Maj. Gen. Loren Reno, commander of the Oklahoma City Air Logistics Center, for giving me the opportunity to serve as the director of Information Technology and deputy chief information officer for the center.    Although I am the director, success of the IT

Leadership perspective: 'Dig a little deeper'

As the Air Force undergoes a dramatic leadership change, we should all do a little soul searching.    From our most senior leaders to the newest recruit, the events of the last several months should give us cause to reflect on our contributions to the team.    Gen. Carlson, commander of Air Force

Fueled or fooled? Some energy drinks can leave you flat, unhealthy

With summer upon us and physical activities increasing people are more likely to grab a quick energy drink to boost their endurance.    Although energy drinks are advertised to give extra energy and are "invigorating or refreshing" -- aimed at the younger teens and young adults -- the slogans don't

72nd OSS marks leadership change

Lt. Col. Jay "T.J." Stull succeeded Lt. Col. David Parr as the 72nd Operations Support Squadron commander in a change of command ceremony July 1.    Approximately 100 people attended the event on the 72nd OSS flightline, behind Bldg. 240.    "[Colonel Stull] is ideally suited to take over for

END OF AN ERA: Tinker's Combat Logistics Support Squadron one of first to inactivate

It is the end of an era.    Officials inactivated the 654th Combat Logistics Support Squadron July 2 at the base theater. Approximately 100 people attended the ceremony, including four former commanders: retired Maj. Edwin Cousin, Col. Charles Westgate III, retired Lt. Col. Gregory Broardt and Col.

Lifetime of service

Mrs. and Col. Westgate visit Tinker, impressed by team spirit

Business may have brought the Westgates to Tinker, but they said the Team Tinker attitude made the trip worthwhile. Barbara Westgate, Air Force Materiel Command executive director, and her husband Col. Charles J. Westgate III, visited Tinker July 1-3 for a source selection project and the 654th