Commentaries

  • Awareness Note: Practice Phone Scam Safety

    During 2019, Americans lost over $10 billion due to phone scams. Males, ages 18-34, are the most likely to lose the most money. One in ten Americans will be a victim. This means the scams are effective and you could be a victim.

  • Week 3 (Sept. 13-19): Prepare for Disasters

    Know what disasters and hazards could affect our area, how to get emergency alerts and where you would go if you and your family needed to evacuate. Make sure your family has a plan and practices it often.

  • Week 2 (Sept. 6-12): Build a Kit

    After an emergency, you may need to survive on your own for several days. Being prepared means having your own food, water and other supplies to last for “3 to 5 days” (FEMA standard). A disaster supplies kit is a collection of basic items your household may need in the event of an emergency.

  • September is National Disaster Preparedness Month

    September is National Preparedness Month when we promote family and community disaster planning. If a disaster occurs in your community, local government and disaster-relief organizations will try to help you, but you need to be ready as well.

  • Overcoming Obstacles Through Adoption

    MACDILL AIR FORCE BASE, FL -- I am Tech Sgt. Kay Carbon with the 927th Aeromedical Staging Squadron at MacDill Air Force Base, FL and this is my family’s story. I still get emotional about it because I’ve realized it’s comprised of many twists and turns you wouldn’t anticipate.The year is 2010,

  • Flu season around the corner

    In addition to our concerns with COVID, the flu season is fast approaching and we want everyone to be protected as soon as possible. There have been significant national delays and cost overruns with flu shots this year. As such, I would like to remind all wing members that they can get their flu

  • Effective Time Management

    As you progress in your career and climb the ladder of development, you will inherently acquire greater responsibility and more will be expected of you. As projects increase and deadlines rapidly approach, stress levels can exceed record highs and other aspects of life may take a back seat. As