News - Page 257

Jan. 23, 2014
AFSA lobbyist to speak at Kirtland Jan. 24

Chief Master Sgt. (ret) James Lokovic, vice chairman for the Air Force Sergeant Association's International Legislation Committee, will provide a one-hour briefing at 2:45 p.m. Jan. 24 in the Wing Presentation Center . His focus will include the recent changes made to benefits for Total Force Airmen
Jan. 22, 2014
377th LRS receives Logistics Effectiveness Award

The 377th Logistics Readiness Squadron was selected for the 2013 Air Force Materiel Command Daedalian Maj. Gen. Warren R. Carter Logistics Effectiveness Award Non-Flying Squadron.The Daedalian Foundation's Logistics Effectiveness Award, first awarded in 1962, is presented annually to the United
Jan. 22, 2014
Kirtland's Propulsion Flight focal point for servicing AF's helicopter engines

There's one central focal point for all T400 engine maintenance and it's known affectionately at Kirtland as the "Queen Bee."It's the T400/T700 section of the 58th Maintenance Squadron's Propulsion Flight. The unique section - which consists of two civilians, two Guardsmen and eight active duty -
Jan. 21, 2014
Kirtland Tax Center set to open Feb. 4

The Kirtland Tax Center will open Feb 4 to provide free tax-filing services to eligible customers. The Tax Center will be open Tuesdays through Fridays from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m., by appointment. It is located in the Consolidated Support building, between the MPF and DBIDs. When possible, electronic tax
Jan. 21, 2014
Commentary: Thanks to generosity of Team Kirtland, $334,000 raised in CFC

Through the 2013 Combined Federal Campaign, members of Team Kirtland pledged more than $334,000 in contributions to approved charitable organizations. The generosity of Team Kirtland's military and civilian employees has made it possible for much-needed assistance to reach countless people on our
Jan. 21, 2014
Psychologist addresses sexual violence

A nationally recognized forensic consultant, trainer and lecturer spoke to an audience of more than 100 Team Kirtland senior leaders Jan. 13, in a two-hour presentation on a wide variety of topics related to sexual violence. Dr. David Lisak is a clinical psychologist who has devoted his professional
Jan. 16, 2014
College scholarships available for military dependents

Many high school seniors have begin submitting college applications, with tuition costs often the biggest concern. The Kirtland Spouses Club aims to help college-bound military dependents by awarding several scholarships. In 2013, the KSC awarded $7,000 to five applicants. The amount awarded this
Jan. 15, 2014
Commentary: Air Force standards have altitude, no room for reduction

In October, I had the pleasure of hosting several enlisted calls for our uniformed Airmen. In those discussions, we reviewed Air Force standards of conduct and professionalism. However, standards are not for enlisted Airmen alone; our professional standards are Air Force centric and apply to every
Jan. 15, 2014
Kirtland's gates to remain open for MLK holiday, ABQ RIDE offering limited service

There will be no changes to the operating hours for Kirtland's gates due to the Martin Luther King Jr holiday Jan. 20. There will, however, be changes to the ABQ RIDE services that day. ABQ RIDE will operate a regular Saturday schedule, with limited changes in schedule for Routes #31 - Wyoming and
Jan. 15, 2014
Kirtland chief selected as command chief for AFSOC unit

A chief master sergeant from Kirtland was selected to be command chief of the 352nd Special Operations Group at RAF Mildenhall , England .Chief Master Sgt. Robert Gibbons, superintendent of the 58th Maintenance Group, will begin his new job at the end of March."It's an honor to be selected," Gibbons