July 29, 2014 First week of camp goes swimmingly Outdoor Recreation's Swim Camp at the Sonic Splash Pool is giving children on base a chance to enjoy the summer sun, while staying cool. The two-week camp, which runs July 28 to Aug. 8, accommodates a range of ability levels from beginners to a more competitive style with flip turns. "In order to be
July 29, 2014 412th TW planning 2014 Disability Employment Awareness Month According to the U.S. Census Bureau's latest report, "Americans with Disabilities" (2010), 56 million Americans have a disability that affects their daily life activities, making up almost 19 percent of the population. Of that number of people, nearly 60 percent are unemployed.For Americans with
July 29, 2014 AFMC recognizes 2nd quarter Edwards graduates Congratulations to the following members of the Air Force Materiel Command team from Edwards AFB on completing a degree or certificate program during the second quarter of 2014.Master Sgt. Mark Cardwell Senior Airman Nicholas CooleyStaff Sgt. Kari DockeryMaster Sgt. Anne DuarteSenior Airman Jared
July 25, 2014 Sparky gets children fired up about reading Sparky the Fire Dog rode up to the Base Library in the back of a fire truck July 25, to greet children at the Summer Reading Program. Sparky departed the emergency vehicle, paws waving as children cheered and lined up to hug and high-five the fire safety mascot. Fire fighters assisted the children
July 24, 2014 Webb takes over as new TPS commandant In a traditional Air Force ceremony July 24, Col. Charles Webb Jr. became the new commandant of the United States Air Force Test Pilot School. As a graduate of TPS, Webb returns to Edwards from Holloman Air Force Base, N.M., where he commanded the 96th Test Group. As commandant of TPS, he will be
July 24, 2014 Edwards Exchange celebrates 119 years with 5% MILITARY STAR Card discount On July 25, the Army & Air Force Exchange Service marks a historic milestone, celebrating 119 years of serving Airman and their families. On July 25, 1895, General Order No. 46 established the exchange on military installations, directing post commanders to set up an exchange at every post.In honor
July 23, 2014 Golf camp offers 'hole' lot of fun Children ages five to 17 gathered July 21 on the putting green at Muroc Lake Golf Course for the annual summer golf camp. The week-long camp covers all aspects of golf, the rules of the game, etiquette, putting, chipping, iron play and wood play. "I personally take enjoyment in teaching somebody
July 22, 2014 Civ-Mil celebrates 25 years at annual barbecue The Edwards Air Force Base Civilian-Military Support group and guests gathered at Hacienda Lane Ranch for a night of dinner and dancing July 18. The Annual Barbecue served as not only a fundraiser, but as a 25th anniversary celebration for the group and was "without a doubt" the largest barbecue the
July 21, 2014 After 25 years, the 'Spirit' lives on Crowds gathered along the flightline at U.S. Air Force Plant 42 July 17 to watch the B-2 Stealth Bomber, the Spirit of Arizona, recreate her maiden flight 25 years later. The anniversary flight followed a ceremony featuring former B-2 pilots and program leaders. Creating the backdrop for the stage,
July 17, 2014 Annual Duck Blind drawing slated Aug. 9 Waterfowl hunters can participate in the annual duck blind drawing scheduled Aug. 9 at the Rod and Gun Activity, Bldg. 210. Base hunting permits may be submitted to drawing officials from 9 a.m. until the actual drawing begins, which will be at approximately 10 a.m.Duck blind reservations are