June 11, 2013 "Man of Steel" dazzles Team Edwards moviegoers Some lucky Team Edwards members were treated to a free prescreening of Warner Brothers' "Man of Steel" June 8 at the Lancaster, Calif., Cinemark 22.Warner Brothers provided 561 tickets to the base, most of which were handed to folks who helped with the production of the movie when scenes were being
June 11, 2013 Edwards AFB Exchange celebrates Arby's grand opening Excitedly, Edwards AFB Exchange had their ribbon cutting ceremony June 10 for their new Arby's restaurant. The project started about 18 months ago as the need to offer more variety to existing food facilities was recognized. The ceremony drew a crowd including the Edwards Queens. "Thank you to the
May 29, 2013 BBQ, grilling safety during summer Summer is quickly approaching. Outdoor activities are already starting to happen due to the warmer weather. It's time once again to start thinking and practicing grilling safety. The Edwards Fire Department would like to actively involve our base-wide family with tips and tools that will ensure safe
May 28, 2013 Two-year drought raises risk of predators attacking pets Two recently reported attacks on family pets in base housing by desert predators serve as a reminder that pets are not safe if left outside alone.Base housing has unfortunately always been a place with reliable sources of water and food for native desert animals. Two years of drought means it now
May 28, 2013 Commissaries plan for Monday furloughs When furloughs are implemented, most military commissaries will close one day a week on Mondays, said the director and CEO of the Defense Commissary Agency. The closures will be for up to 11 days between July 8 and Sept. 30.Closing commissaries on Mondays would be in addition to any day stores are
May 28, 2013 Exchange greeting card services continue as assortment transitions From PSCing to retirements to promotions, the Army & Air Force Exchange Service understands the importance of celebrating life's milestones to the military community. With this is mind, the Exchange is working to provide seamless access to greeting card services as it transitions to a line of
May 22, 2013 Team Edwards recognized during American Red Cross awards ceremony The Team Edwards community is known for its willingness to help others, especially during American Red Cross blood drives hosted on base.On May 16, that willingness to help others was recognized during the Seventh Annual Battle of the Badges Awards ceremony at the Grove in Los Angeles, Calif."The
May 21, 2013 412th SFS, local law enforcement observe National Police Week National Police Week was observed May 13 to 17, and here at Edwards, the 412th Security Forces Squadron sponsored several events including a K-9 Working Dog demonstration, a children's drug awareness and security briefing, a multi-agency End of Watch ceremony and a National Memorial Fund Golf
May 20, 2013 Law Day 2013: The Case of the Big Bad Wolf v. Curly Pig On May 1, Law Day was recognized across the country. It is meant to encourage citizens to reflect on the role of law in the foundation of the country and to recognize its importance for society. For Law Day 2013, the Edwards legal team went to Branch Elementary School on base to put on a mock trial
May 10, 2013 Be aware of motorcyclists May is National Motorcycle Awareness Month. While the weather in Southern California remains fairly nice year-round for riding, mid-to-late spring brings sunny days, warmer temperatures outside and more riders preparing their bikes for the open road. The campaign is to remind car and truck drivers