Dec. 29, 2014 Winter weather season at Edwards Edwards AFB is located on a desert plateau, at an average of 2,400 feet above sea level bounded on three sides by mountain chains. These chains have a significant effect on local weather. During the winter season, Edwards can still expect its fair share of winter weather.For most of the winter
Dec. 29, 2014 Entire military community impacted by Edwards AFB Exchange credit card fees Through November, 2014, bank-issued card processing expenses at Army & Air Force Exchange Service stores worldwide cost the military community more than $68 million. At Edwards Exchange facilities, those fees sapped more than $303,775 from the Exchange and, in turn, critical funds that could be used
Dec. 22, 2014 Happy Holidays! Each year, base leaders head to the gates to wave goodbye to the Team Edwards workforce the Friday before the holiday week. Edwards AFB leadership wishes the entire team a Happy Holidays and a safe New Year!
Dec. 19, 2014 Santa brings holiday cheer to the library Over 100 base families gathered at the library Dec. 19 for a holiday celebration. Senior Airman Jerome Bayona, 412th Operation Support Squadron, read "A Cookie for Santa" and the library technicians provided snacks and a craft.Three stuffed toy Rudolph's were hidden throughout the library and the
Dec. 18, 2014 Flu season: What you need to know Flu season is officially upon us. If you have ever had the flu, you know it can knock you out, with members of your family, friends, and co-workers not far behind. Today, it's more important than ever to get your facts straight about the flu and what you can do to keep yourself safe and prevent it
Dec. 16, 2014 Presidential order excuses federal employees from duty Dec. 26 President Obama signed an Executive Order excusing federal employees from duty on Dec. 26.For civilian personnel:This order falls within the scope of laws regulating the observance of holidays. Dec. 26 will be considered a holiday for purposes of pay and leave documentation. Timecards should be
Dec. 16, 2014 W.A.S.P., 90 years well-lived Antelope Valley residents said 'good-bye' to World War II-era Women Airforce Service Pilot and Congressional Gold Medal recipient Flora Belle (Smith) Reece Dec. 1 at the age of 90. Reece died peacefully in a UCLA medical facility after being removed from life support.Those who knew Reece well will
Dec. 15, 2014 Federal employees must adhere to federal laws prohibiting marijuana use Recently, several states have decriminalized the use of marijuana, allowing the use of marijuana for medicinal purposes or for limited recreational use. These changes to state law resulted in inquiries from a number of individuals about the impact to adjudications of persons proposed for eligibility
Dec. 15, 2014 New Year brings new hours for Exchange, food court Effective Jan. 1, 2015, the Edwards Exchange will have new hours for the main store and food court restaurants.The new hours are as listed:Exchange Main Store: Monday to Saturday - 9 a.m. to 7 p.m. Sundays 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.Arby's: M to F - 10:30 a.m. to 3 p.m. Saturdays 11 a.m. to 6 p.m.; and
Dec. 15, 2014 Exchange shoppers can save 10 percent with coupon Military shoppers can find a winter wonderland of savings at the Army & Air Force Exchange Service simply by shopping Dec. 21 and 22. When shoppers make a purchase those two days, they will receive a coupon to save 10 percent off from Dec. 26 through Jan. 5, with a maximum discount of $200. The