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  • Why do I care about your mail?

    Our capability to protect information is a key enabler to sustain air, space and cyberspace dominance. This capability is essential to the success of the Air Force mission and warrants special attention by every echelon of command. - U.S.A.F. Chief of Staff, Gen. Norton SchwartzThis was quoted from

  • Seeking Post-Government Employment: Three Rules to Remember

    Some members of the Edwards community may begin contemplating ways to turn their training and expertise into a new position with a private employer. However, the process of seeking post-government employment can be a minefield of Inspector General and criminal violations and investigations for the

  • Beat the Heat safety tips

    As the sweltering summer heat sweeps across the Mojave Desert, Team Edwards' personnel are reminded to take precautions against heat related incidents.Many simple measures can be taken to significantly reduce the chance of getting heat exhaustion and heat stroke. Team Edwards' personnel are

  • I'll call him "Rick"

    I'll call him "Rick."In the words of his military friends and co-workers, Rick was one of the greatest guys you'd ever want to meet: A hard working NCO in a high operations tempo unit, a family man, a compassionate friend always seeking opportunities to help others in his unit succeed.Rick was

  • One last July 4th message from Colonel Gandy

    As we all take time to celebrate the anniversary of the beginning of our nation, Michelle and I hope that you enjoy some time with family and friends while remembering what a privilege it is to be an American. This is our last time to celebrate a holiday with you as part of Team Edwards. It has been

  • A holiday to celebrate and remember

    Sunday, we celebrate the adoption of the Declaration of Independence by the Second Continental Congress two days after the momentous decision to declare independence from Great Britain was made. This holiday has been celebrated in myriad fashions since its first observance in 1777. John Adams wrote

  • Memorial Day a time to reflect

    Today, we are all reminded of the triumphs, losses, and memories we, as Americans share. The glory and majesty of our uniquely American legacy, the American dream, American Freedom, was secured through great sacrifice purchased by the blood of our fallen heroes. Memorial Day beckons us to our

  • Identity theft can be a real horror

    By now you are familiar with the horror stories, either personally or through the news, of the impact of identity theft. With the proliferation of electronic records in every aspect of our lives, it is becoming more difficult to escape the risk of exposing ourselves to this type of crime. The impact

  • AFPC JAG provides medical board support

    No one plans to go through a medical evaluation board, but an accident or chronic illness can happen to anyone. For the affected Airman, this is an unfamiliar and confusing process, but attorneys, who work these issues every day, can provide expert assistance.As a judge advocate general officer, I

  • An ounce of prevention for a happy holiday season

    Throughout the year, many of us find ourselves away from family and loved ones. This has become a way of life in all branches of the military.  But during the holiday season, things can be especially tough, and oftentimes we find ways to cope with the loneliness. It could be hanging out with friends