Oct. 1, 2012 Photographer recognized for innovation On Sept. 17, an Edwards AFB photo services contractor was honored with the Aerospace Systems Directorate Coin and the Air Force Research Laboratory Detachment 7 Commander's Coin by Col. Michael Platt. Ray Dyakon also received a certificate from his employer, Bionetics Photo Services/Media Fusion,
Sept. 28, 2012 The history of Fire Prevention Week The history of National Fire Prevention Week has its roots in the Great Chicago Fire, which occurred on October 8, 1871. This tragic conflagration killed some 300 people, left 100,000 homeless and destroyed more than 17,000 structures. The origin of the fire has generated speculation since its
Sept. 28, 2012 The #1 way to survive breast cancer One woman is diagnosed with breast cancer every three minutes.* And every 13 minutes, a woman will die from this disease. Yet, more than 2 million survivors of breast cancer are living in the U.S. today.* Do you know what that means?Even if you've been diagnosed, there is still hope. Mammograms Save
Sept. 26, 2012 Space shuttle arrives home for one last 'Endeavour' For the Edwards community who has been actively involved in NASA's Space Shuttle program since flight testing began in the 1970's, it was a bittersweet day when Space Shuttle Endeavour arrived one last time Sept. 20, piggy-backed on NASA's Boeing 747 Shuttle Carrier Aircraft.When the SCA departed
Sept. 25, 2012 Base leadership hosts town hall meeting, addresses important topics The commander of the 412th Test Wing, Brig. Gen. Michael Brewer, along with other installation leaders were on hand to be a part of this month's town hall meeting for the base community held Sep. 20 at the Conference Center.During the meeting, Col. Robert Hoff, 412th Mission Support Group commander,
Sept. 25, 2012 Team Edwards celebrates '65 years of transformation' Team Edwards members gathered together at Club Muroc Sept. 21 to celebrate "65 Years of Transformation" with their very own Air Force Ball. Guests were treated to drinks, food and dancing in celebration of the U.S. Air Force's birthday. Videos and graphical illustrations made by 412th Public
Sept. 25, 2012 412th TW signs ROD for Site 3 Landfill In accordance with federal regulations, 412th Civil Engineering and Edwards Air Force Base Environmental Management have come up with a plan to clean up and maintain the Site 3 Main Base Inactive Landfill.Brig. Gen. Michael Brewer, 412th Test Wing commander, signed a Record of Decision Sept. 14 with
Sept. 25, 2012 Exchange now accepting Medagate worldwide As of Sept. 8, the Army & Air Force Exchange Service is officially the first retailer to accept the Medagate Over the Counter (OTC) benefits card on a worldwide basis. Medagate is a card-based program provided by Medicare and Medicaid Services that enables merchants to accept payment at the register
Sept. 25, 2012 Army and Air Force Exchange to Salute Those 'Still Serving' As part of its annual "Still Serving" weekend, the Army & Air Force Exchange Service will salute former Soldiers and Airmen by offering unique specials and events at Exchanges worldwide Oct. 5-11."Still Serving" sales and benefits information are arriving in mailboxes of approximately 700,000 Army
Sept. 24, 2012 Legal Assistance Tip: Wills on the go Eligible for legal assistance? The Edwards Air Force Base Legal Office is happy to announce an expedited process for completing a will, advance medical directive or any other type of powers of attorney. In addition to our daily walk-in hours (see below) we will now be taking wills by appointments on