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  • Airmen do's, don'ts regarding political activities

    Many Airmen face one question every four years or so, "How politically active can I be? This article provides a brief description of the limitations applicable to servicemembers when it comes to political activity.The political activities of servicemembers are governed by DOD Directive 1344.10, and

  • A Chaplain's perspective on sexual assault

    Have you ever had your soul torn in two? In other words, have you ever been hurt at such a deep level that you don't think you will ever be healed again? That is what happens with a sexual assault. It cuts deep into a person so that their very being is damaged in ways we cannot see. The most

  • Sexual Assault Awareness Month: 'Blurred Lines': Is it all hype?

    "Everybody get up, everybody get up, hey, hey, hey...hey, hey, hey...hey, hey, hey" and the lyrics go on. Many of you can hear the catchy tune and are singing the song in your head right now. Yes, it's "Blurred Lines" by Robin Thicke in his chart-topping song. The chorus goes on to say, "And that's

  • Tax tips for military personnel

    The tax season is well underway! So far the Edwards Tax Center has processed over 200 returns and gotten our Edwards members over $450,000 in refunds. If you have not yet filed your taxes, and would like to use our free tax filing services, please call the Edwards Legal Office at (661) 277-4310. The

  • Local Cub Scouts make leap into Boy Scouting

    On March 1 four Cub Scouts from Edwards AFB Pack 741 crossed over into Boy Scouting. Cub Scouts are a family-oriented program for boys in the first grade through fifth grade. The Cub Scouting program is adult led and the scouts participate with their parents in all of the activities. The jump to Boy

  • Dark colors are so slimming

    Basic black is such a slimming color. At night, blue and red are also too dark for drivers to see and stop in time.If you are wearing black or dark blue, even a car going only 20 mph would not see you in time to stop. Wear bright colors and you can be spotted in time by those going 40 mph. Not that

  • Civ-Mil Group builds bonds with Team Edwards

    Many of you haven't personally heard of the Civilian-Military Group or know who they are composed of, but I can attest and ensure you that hundreds of Edwards Airmen and their families have been the recipients of their generosity and unwavering support. As an Air Force First Sergeant, I've had the

  • Have your say in sexual assault prevention

    How many times have you sat through mandatory Sexual Assault Prevention training classes and said "I thought we were going to talk about this..." or "I wish we had the chance to discuss that."Since 2005, when the Air Force stood up the SAPR program, we were given guidance and a curriculum. In the

  • Using Common Courtesy - Eight rules of driving etiquette

    Whether you're on your way to work, errands, or pleasure, "Using Common Courtesy - Eight Rules of Driving Etiquette," helps save lives and prevents road rage. You might say there are two sets of road rules. The first is the body of laws, enforced by the government, that dictate how we should drive.