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  • Young artists saluted in ‘My Military Family’ contest

    The Airman and Family Readiness Center conducted the 'My Military Family' art contest to mark Month of the Military Family in November. The contest winners and their proud parents gathered Dec. 10 at the center to receive prizes and praises for a job well done.Entries were divided into three

  • Gathering of Eagles lithographs available for presale

    The Gathering of Eagles Foundation is conducting presales of its 2011 lithograph until Jan. 3. This year celebrates the 30th anniversary of the Gathering of Eagles with the theme of "Honoring Freedom's Heroes." Each lithograph includes a hand-drawn color portrait of the Eagles alongside their

  • Think fire safety during holiday season

    It's getting to be that time of year again, when halls will soon be decked, trees will be trimmed and hams will be baked. It's also the time of year for fire hazards.According to the U.S. Fire Administration, fires occurring during the holiday season each year kill more than 400 Americans, injure

  • Still serving: Retiree Activities Office a guiding light for retirees

    A small group of devoted volunteers are poised to offer retirees of all branches of the armed forces and their families guidance on a number of issues, including benefits and procedures.With a motto of "Still Serving," the Retiree Activities Office provides liaison services between the active duty

  • Tips for safe holiday travels

    Maxwell Air Force Base, Gunter Annex and Air Education and Training Command have had a banner year for safety. Officials want base personnel to keep up the good work by staying safe behind the wheel."Keep up the work, commanders and supervisors," said Mark Garner, the 42nd Air Base Wing's ground

  • Share the Joy bringing holiday spirit to junior ranks

    Base personnel are steadily working to make sure this holiday season is a cheerful time for junior ranks and their dependents.Share the Joy provides food baskets during Thanksgiving and Christmas. These baskets are filled with everything needed for a holiday meal, from turkey and dressing to dessert

  • Retiree Appreciation Day brings veterans fun, friends, info

    Though he retired 38 years ago, Willie Dickerson, 72, is still very much a part of the military community. He retired as an Air Force technical sergeant after serving in "part of Korea and all of Vietnam." He's lived in Montgomery since 1955, his children were born on base, in the hospital that has

  • Zoo animals bring feathery, furry fun to base exchange

    This kind of eagle never makes an appearance at Maxwell's Gathering of Eagles.Aspen, a 16-year-old golden eagle, stretched and flapped her wings, impressing children and adults alike during her visit to Maxwell Air Force Base Thursday. She was among about 10 animals, big and small, on display in a

  • Prevent flu this year

    Influenza, also known as the flu, is not usually thought of as a life-threatening illness. But it can be very serious for the elderly, young children and people with other underlying health problems. About 36,000 people die from flu-related causes in the United States every year. The flu is also

  • Base goes above and beyond CFC goal

    With one week to go, Maxwell-Gunter organizations have achieved 103 percent of their stated goal in the Heart of Alabama Combined Federal Campaign.As of Tuesday, Maxwell personnel have exceeded the $525,493 goal, with 1,726 individuals contributing $540,419 to the campaign. This year's Heart of