Nov. 10, 2015 It's time to review your federal health benefits Federal benefits open season is here. Each year we encourage all employees and retirees to review their benefits and make sure that they have plans that work best for them and their families. From today through December 14, employees and retirees can review and update their health, dental, and
Nov. 10, 2015 Town Hall raises questions about base housing The semi-annual Edwards Town Hall meeting was held Nov. 4 at the Airman and Family Readiness Center. Josh Crawford, Corvias business director gave the first brief and found himself fielding some tough questions.The hot topic of the evening was renovations to the housing on base. Corvias Military
Nov. 4, 2015 Seniors at DHS score 'hole-in-one' with mini golf project Desert High School Class of 2016 student Jasmine Palmer left her junior year with a vision for how to better her school. She wanted to restore a miniature golf course that was created as a legacy project in 2006 to its original glory.The trees in the area were overgrown and the area was filled with
Nov. 3, 2015 Congressman Steve Knight speaks at AFSA event U.S. Congressman Steve Knight visited Edwards AFB to speak at the Airmen and Family Readiness Center Oct. 30. The visit was sponsored by the local AFSA Chapter 1328.The event was open to all Airmen so that they could ask Knight quality-of-life questions concerning Airmen. He answered questions on a
Nov. 3, 2015 AFTC announces its 2015 Fall Logistics Professional Development Programs Open Season Professional certifications are climbing throughout the 412th Maintenance Group. During the Professional Maintenance Certification Program 2015 Spring Open Season, Air Force Test Center employees submitted 35 applications for PMxCP and all 35 applicants earned certification. Participants from
Nov. 3, 2015 Sharing the road Jogging, walking and bicycling on the roadways can be dangerous. When driving to and from Edwards we share the roadways with bicyclists, joggers and walkers. We all need to keep our eyes open and be prepared to share the roads with them. Early in the mornings, on the drive in to work, the sun can
Nov. 2, 2015 Applications available for 2016 Corvias Foundation scholarships and educational grants for children, spouses of active-duty service members Corvias Foundation has announced that applications for the 2016 scholarships and educational grants are now available. The foundation is committed to supporting military families in the pursuit of higher education and has awarded nearly $6 million in scholarships and grants to children and spouses
Oct. 29, 2015 412th SFS picks pumpkins for party from Rosamond pumpkin patch Each year when October rolls around, pumpkin season begins. There are pumpkins for carving and decorating, pumpkin-spiced drinks, pumpkin pies and much more. According to the United States Department of Agriculture, 192.2 million pounds of pumpkins were produced in California in 2014.This year,
Oct. 27, 2015 Air Force awards LRS-B contract The Air Force announced today the contract award of Engineering and Manufacturing Development (EMD) and early production for the Long Range Strike Bomber to Northrop Grumman Corporation."The LRS-B is critical to national defense and is a top priority for the Air Force," said Secretary of the Air
Oct. 26, 2015 Edwards AFB annual 'Pumpkin Patrol' trick or treat event Oct. 31 For most people Halloween means three things: costumes, trick or treating and months of free candy. All these things are what make a traditional Halloween a fun time to be shared by both children and adults. Just remember the creepy crawlers, ghosts and ghouls are not all you should be aware of on