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  • 31st CCS stuns 32nd CCS with last minute touchdown

    The battle lines were drawn and emotions ran high as arch rivals squared off in intramural flag football action Sept. 26 at the Tinker Sports Complex.    The Red Bulls from the 31st Combat Communications Squadron claimed bragging rights as they beat the 32nd CCS 12-6.    "We had the energy, the

  • Airmen provide support for Redman athletes

    Hundreds of the toughest, most well-conditioned athletes from across the country gathered in Oklahoma City on the morning of Sept. 22 to take part in the 3rd Annual Redman Triathlon.    These endurance athletes definitely had a long day ahead: A 2.4-mile swim, followed immediately by a 112-mile bike

  • Commander takes action through CFC

    With the Combined Federal Campaign beginning Wednesday, Maj. Gen. Loren Reno, Oklahoma City Air Logistics Center commander, wasted no time doing his part by signing his CFC contribution form.   It's a perfect opportunity to help that person you've always wished you could help. It is a perfect time

  • Team Tinker receives Chief of Staff Award

    One team, one mission.    This single concept helped Operation Team Spirit from the Air National Guard Readiness Center win one of the most coveted awards in the Air Force, the Chief of Staff Team Excellence Award on Sept. 25 in Washington, D.C.    The unique team, composed of members from Air

  • 72nd MDG prepares to combat the flu

    Flu season is fast approaching. Administration of the nasal-spray flu vaccine will be the primary prevention provided this flu season by the 72nd Medical Group for those that meet administration criteria. For those who do not meet medical criteria, a flu shot will still be available.    Influenza,

  • Was it an accident or an error?

    What is an accident? Briefly, it is a sudden and unforeseen event. Given that definition, can we say that the Apollo fire that killed three astronauts on the launch pad, and the Challenger disaster, were accidents?    The first Apollo fatalities were due to a fire that occurred when the spacecraft

  • The message is unchanging: Don’t drink and drive

    Drink and drive and ... pay the consequences.    The message is simple, clear and unchanging. Yet, despite the warnings and startling statistics, military members and civilians practice unsafe habits by driving under the influence of alcohol or while intoxicated.    "Safety is no accident," said

  • Running for Recovery: Simple exercise can help relieve stress, improve mood

    Following the emphasis on the importance of health awareness for military and civilians, an interesting article was found titled 4 Steps. The steps are: Claim Ownership, Ask for Help, Run for Recovery, and Enjoy your Freedom.    You alone have to claim ownership of your ailment, affliction or

  • Base commander orders flags flown at half-staff

    The death of a retired Air Force member's son last week lead to all U.S. and Oklahoma flags on Tinker being flown at half-staff on Wednesday.    Col. Mark Correll, 72nd Air Base Wing and installation commander, followed the direction of Oklahoma Gov. Brad Henry and ordered the flags to be flown at

  • Tinker earns award for partnership with union

    Tinker Air Force Base recently won an annual Air Force Materiel Command award.    Tinker officials were awarded the 2007 AFMC Local Partnership Council Practice Award Sept. 12. The award recognizes the positive relationship between the installation and American Federation of Government Employees