• EOC keeps the mission going

    Emergency response is not just about reacting when something goes wrong, it's about planning and being prepared long before an incident is underway. The Emergency Operations Center is the command and control support element that directs, monitors, and supports the installation's actions before,

  • Pandemic flu planning helps protect Airmen

    Medical professionals and practitioners at Eielson recently exercised their own pandemic flu plan for the first time in conjunction with a recent operational readiness exercise.All Air Force bases need to have contingency plans in case of outbreak and disease. The ORE served as an opportunity to

  • Eielson welcomes challenge

    Just several months after the May 2010 Operational Readiness Inspection, Eielson Air Force Base has jumped back into action by holding the first Operational Readiness Exercise Nov. 2 to 5.It is not uncommon for a wing to conduct an ORE shortly after an ORI as a way to ensure a high level of

  • Even one suicide is too many

    An alarming trend is happening in our Air Force, and we need your help. We've had a drastic increase this year in the number of suicides among our total force Airmen - active duty, guard, reserve and civilians. Last year we lost 84 Airmen by suicides; this year, we've nearly reached that number, and

  • Veterans Day: A day of recognition

    On Veterans Day we remember the contributions made to our nation by service members-past and present. While Memorial Day honors those who gave their lives in military service, Veterans Day commemorates and recognizes the personal sacrifices made by anyone who wears, or has worn, the uniform. In the

  • Bankruptcy Q&A

    Bankruptcy is a federal court proceeding that might allow a person with large debts to get a "fresh start" by freeing him or her from many or all of the debts. At the same time, a trustee of the court can sell the person's property (unless it's exempt) and divide the proceeds to pay off the person's

  • Families get festive at fall festival

    The 354th Force Support Squadron hosted their annual fall festival and fireworks show Oct. 29 at the Yukon Club here.The festival started off a busy weekend, which included a Halloween party later that night at the club and Trick or Treating at the Community Center. The weekend wrapped up with

  • Real life energy success, energy projects

    To some, Alaska is at the far end of the Earth, but there are many ways in which Eielson AFB is just like any other place. The federal government sets standards and creates goals for all installations, creating integrity and uniformity at every Air Force Base. Executive Order 13423 "Strengthening

  • Airmen embracing fitness culture

    "Readiness," said the chief master sergeant of the Air Force, "is the primary purpose of developing the new fitness standard, and so far Airmen are stepping up to the challenge as the program normalizes." The new physical training standard is a way to ensure Airmen are prepared to do the nation's

  • Tops In Blue seeking new talent for 2011 tour

    The Air Force's premier entertainment group, Tops In Blue, is seeking new performers for the 2011 team.Total force Airmen who think they have the skills to sing, dance, act or play musical instruments are encouraged to apply for the Worldwide Talent Search at Lackland Air Force Base, Texas, Dec.