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  • U.S. Air Force Airmen from Eielson Air Force Base, Alaska, pose in front of the Ski Lodge at Birch Hill, Feb. 3, 2017, on Fort Wainwright, Alaska. Thirteen Airmen from Eielson attended the skiing and snowboarding event hosted by Better Opportunities for Single Soldiers. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman Eric M. Fisher)

    Fort Wainwright BOSS extends program to Airmen

    Recently, 13 Airmen had the opportunity to go to Birch Hill on Fort Wainwright, Alaska to enjoy a day of skiing and snowboarding at a reduced cost thanks to coordination between Fort Wainwright’s Better Opportunities for Single Soldiers and Eielson Dormitory Management. BOSS is an Army initiative which helps improve the morale and welfare of single Soldiers and will now invite single Airmen from Eielson to join them for their events.
  • U.S. Air Force Senior Airman Shiermaine Francisco, a 354th Medical Operations Squadron dental assistant, teaches children how to properly brush teeth Feb. 2, 2016, at Eielson Air Force Base, Alaska. According to the Center for Disease Control tooth decay is the most common chronic disease of children ages 6 to 11 years and adolescent’s ages 12 to 19 years. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman Isaac Johnson)

    354th MDOS raises awareness for Children’s Dental Health Month

    Every February the American Dental Association sponsors National Children’s Dental Health month, which brings dental professionals together to raise awareness about the importance of oral hygiene for children.
  • If your plans of having a safe ride fall through, contact AADD at 907-377-RIDE (7433) or SADD at 907-353-4145. (U.S. Air Force photo illustration by Airman Eric M. Fisher)

    Airmen, Soldiers join forces to reduce DUIs

    Whether you’re out on the town or at a party with friends, it’s always a good idea to have a designated driver; someone who won’t be drinking while you and your friends are. The 354th Fighter Wing Airmen Against Drunk Driving and the Fort Wainwright Soldiers Against Drunk Driving combined their efforts to assist those who drink and shouldn’t drive.
  • The Air Force has released additional guidance in regard to the federal civilian hiring freeze implemented Jan. 23. (U.S. Air Force graphic by Staff Sgt. Alexx Pons)

    AF releases new guidance on civilian hiring freeze

    The Air Force has released additional guidance in regard to the federal civilian hiring freeze implemented Jan. 23.
  • Department of the Air Force Kevin Alexander, the 354th Force Support Squadron chief of military personnel section (MPS), highlights parts of a document in his office Jan. 26, 2017, at Eielson Air Force Base, Alaska. As chief of the MPS, Alexander uses his time to instruct and mentor Airmen to help them improve. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman Eric M. Fisher)

    Managing MPS, mastering mentorship

    From the first days of Basic Military Training, Airmen are taught to strive for excellence in everything they do and these same individuals carry this with them for the rest of their lives. Kevin Alexander, the 354th Force Support Squadron chief of the Military Personnel Section, spent 28 years in the Air Force as part of the personnel section and now leads it as a civilian.
  • Joshua Clifford, a 354th Comptroller Squadron budget analyst, and his two sons pose for a photo, Oct. 12, 2012, at a Chicago Bears football game at the AT&T Stadium. Clifford and his family try to regularly attend concerts, sporting events and hold family game nights. (Courtesy photo)

    Teamwork makes the dream work

    Without ever making eye contact, a football is thrown hard, spiraling through the air until it’s caught. Joshua Clifford is on the throwing end, while his wife, Monica, is receiving and Clifford said they make a perfect team in everything they do. During high school, Clifford grew up working four jobs; his day starting with one job at 3 a.m. and ending around 10 p.m.

  • AF responds to hiring freeze

    The Air Force is working with the Defense Department to provide additional guidance on the federal civilian hiring freeze implemented Jan. 23.
  • U.S. Air Force Airmen and civilians assigned to the 354th Communications Squadron (CS) pose for a group photo in the snow Jan. 26, 2017, at Eielson Air Force Base, Alaska. The 354th CS won the Air Force Lieutenant General Harold W. Grant Award for small communications unit. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Cassandra Whitman)

    354th Communications Squadron wins Air Force award

    Every Airman’s day-to-day tasks are somehow connected to the communications squadron. Buildings, offices, even underground is mapped through a squadron of less than 100 personnel; directing every phone call, email or network issue. Eielson’s very own 354th Communications Squadron won the Air Force Lieutenant General Harold W. Grant Award for small communications unit.
  • U.S. Air Force Airman Isaac Johnson, a 354th Fighter Wing photojournalist, passes his Common Access Card to Airman 1st Class Kritydra Thomas, a 354th Security Forces Squadron entry controller, on Jan. 20, 2017, at Hursey Gate on Eielson Air Force Base, Alaska. Beginning June 6, 2017, the Alaska state driver's license will be denied entry to federal installations without escort as mandated by the REAL ID Act of 2005. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman Eric M. Fisher)

    EAFB installation access changes with REAL ID Act requirements

    To comply with federal law, Eielson Air Force Base will no longer accept state-issued identification from certain U.S. states for unescorted visitor access to the installation as mandated under the REAL ID Act. Visitors who are not in compliance will be denied unescorted entry to federal installations and will require a Common Access Card/dependent/retiree identification holder to escort them at all times. Personnel in possession of a valid Department of Defense issued identification card are not affected by this change.
  • The 354th Medical Group is hosting a blood drive Jan. 24 and 25 in the fellowship hall of the Base Chapel at Eielson Air Force Base, Alaska. The blood drive is collecting donations for the Blood Bank of Alaska Fairbanks Center. (Courtesy Photo)

    Sticking up for National Blood Donation Month

    January is National Blood Donation Month and Eielson Airmen are taking a step to help save lives with a two-day blood drive hosted by the 354th Medical Group. “Donating blood is something which takes minimal effort but will save the lives of many,” said 1st Lt. Christina Blitch, a 354th MDG practice manager. “Some people aren’t always able to volunteer their hours in the community, so this is a great way to make a lasting impact.”
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