• Kicking the winter blues; suicide prevention

    With winter right around the corner, it's important for Icemen to be aware of warning signs of depression and ways to remedy them. Suicide is the second leading cause of death in Alaska among teens and adults up to age 35. In the Fairbanks area alone 38 people took their own lives between 2003 and

  • Hall of Fame: Aug. 10 through Aug. 16

    Airman 1st Class Philip Cirrincione, 354 Contracting Squadron contract administrator Hometown: Chicago, Il. Years in service: One and a half years. Family: Mom, Dad and a brother and sister. Education: Bachelor's in finance. Self-Description: Easy going, laid back. One thing most people don't know

  • Arctic Hawgs take final flight

    For almost 20 years, the imposing silhouettes of 355th Fighter Squadron A/OA10s have been a familiar site above interior Alaska. Lt. Col. Quentin Rideout, 355th FS Commander, brought that run to a close with the final tactical Arctic Hawg sortie Tuesday. "This event signals the end of an era in

  • Eagle Eyes Awareness Program is a tool for everybody

    The Air Force neighborhood watch program, Eagle Eyes, was put into place to ensure Iceman Team members remain aware of their surroundings, which is an important part of preventing terrorism. The program isn't just for military members, it's also for spouses and civilians in the local area. Law

  • 101 Critical Days of Summer: Week 10 ATV Safety

    All-Terrain Vehicle Injury Prevention Checklist □ Attend an ATV driver's safety course (SVIA course required for active duty personnel). Contact wing safety at 377-1351 to set up a class (dependant or active duty). □ Never use a three-wheeler. They are unsafe and no longer manufactured. □ Ride an

  • Servicemembers should keep vaccines in check during August

    The month of August is designated as National Immunization Awareness Month to spotlight the importance of keeping immunizations for yourself and family members up-to-date. Keeping your health in check is an important part of living a healthy lifestyle and for servicemembers it is also part of your