Spouse Appreciation Week to start May 7

Kirtland will be showing appreciation to military spouses with a week dedicated solely to them."The week will show military spouses that their sacrifices are important and are appreciated," said Joanne Perkins, marketing specialist.The week of events begins with an exhibit fair and bingo at the

Base communications services reduced due to sequestration

The sequestration has forced the elimination and reduction of several services.The changes, which began May 1, affect the communications services contract and lead an initiative for energy consumption reductions.The goal of the cuts is to help make the mandated financial target. The cuts will not

'Bring your kids to work' a success

Humvee simulator teaches Airmen valuable driving techniques

Operating a Humvee isn't as simple as driving a car, but a unique simulator at Kirtland helps make it easier and safer. Kirtland is a large base with many miles of rugged terrain for security forces to patrol. To help with these patrols, the 377th Security Forces Group owns 22 Humvees, one of the

Family housing opens new dog park

Kirtland's residents have spoken, and base housing has responded to their requests with a new dog park.Kirtland Family Housing sent a survey to the more than 1000 homes at Kirtland asking residents what amenities could be added to increase the quality of living on base, according to Paul Tourne,

Kirtland space unit aids NASA in mission to moon

The Space Development and Test Directorate at Kirtland is helping NASA launch a spacecraft to the moon this summer.NASA is sending the Lunar Atmosphere and Dust Environment Explorer, or LADEE, to orbit the moon and study the moon's atmosphere. LADEE will be launched into space from a rocket the SDTD

Kirtland AFB joins DEA’s ‘National Take-Back’ initiative

During the past few years, reports on overdose deaths related to prescription medicines in New Mexico have been increasing.By holding onto old, unwanted and unused medication, you may be putting your family and friends at risk. From 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. April 27, Kirtland will join the Drug Enforcement

Officials announce incoming commander

Col. John C. Kubinec, 377th Air Base Wing and installation commander, has been selected for reassignment as vice commander of the Air Force Sustainment Center at Tinker AFB, Okla., Air Force officials announced last week.Replacing Kubinec will be Col. Tom D. Miller, currently the deputy commander

Kirtland to recognize efforts, hard work of volunteers

With the Air Force climate changing due to budget constraints, the reliance on volunteers has become even greater. Volunteers throughout Team Kirtland have stepped up to meet the challenge. The base will recognize the efforts and hard work of about 120 Team Kirtland volunteers at an appreciation

Kirtland takes part in Arbor Day, Tree City

Kirtland has received a new tree in celebration of Arbor Day.Arbor Day is an annual observance where communities are encouraged to plant and care for trees.A new Chinquapin oak was planted at the southwest corner of the 377th Air Base Wing Headquarters building in recognition of Kirtland attaining