• Put STEM toys on the shopping list to entertain, inspire

    WRIGHT-PATTERSON AIR FORCE BASE, Ohio – From programmable drones and growing crystals to coding robots kids build themselves, toys based on science, technology, engineering and math are expected to grow globally close to 10 percent in the next few years, according to a report by Technavio. Besides

  • Globetrotter Talks to Kids about Bullying Prevention

    WRIGHT-PATTERSON AIR FORCE BASE, Ohio— Harlem Globetrotter, Briana “Hoops” Green spoke to kids at the Wright-Patterson AFB Child Development Center Tuesday, Dec. 4. The Globetrotters are travelling to talk to kids about bullying as part of their ABCs of Bullying Prevention Program. The program was

  • Beating the Holiday Blues

    WRIGHT-PATTERSON Air Force Base, Ohio- With the holiday season in full swing it can be difficult to remember to take time for yourself. Between the extra errands and managing to visit and entertain family, you might find yourself feeling overworked and stressed. Civilian Health Promotions Services

  • Officials announce procedures for hazardous weather base closures, delays

    WRIGHT-PATTERSON AIR FORCE BASE, Ohio -- With the return of winter weather, and its often attendant hazardous-driving conditions, Wright-Patterson AFB officials have announced procedures for notification of weather-related base closure, delayed openings and early releases to ensure the safety of the

  • Britton to lead Presidential & Executive Airlift Directorate

    WRIGHT-PATTERSON AIR FORCE BASE, Ohio – Brig. Gen. Ryan Britton will become the Program Executive Officer for the Air Force Life Cycle Management Center’s Presidential & Executive Airlift Directorate headquartered here.Britton is currently the director of Global Reach Programs for the Office of the

  • Air Force chaplain program

    WRIGHT-PATTERSON AIR FORCE BASE, Ohio — When pondering a career in the Air Force, some often think of being a fighter pilot, or an aircrew member. However, there is a career that is there to serve every career field, regardless of the time of day or night, and it’s the Air Force chaplain. Unlike

  • Holiday blues clues for every Wingman

    WRIGHT-PATTERSON AIR FORCE BASE, Ohio — During the holidays, many are busy decorating, baking and shopping for gifts for friends and loved ones. However, don’t be too busy that you miss the signs that a family member or coworker may be dealing with a bout of depression.“Depression may occur any time

  • Bunch nominated to command AFMC

    Lt. Gen. Arnold W. Bunch, Jr. has been nominated by the President for a fourth star to become the next commander of Air Force Materiel Command at Wright-Patterson Air Force Base, Ohio.

  • AFRL engineer receives Agency Engineer of the Year Award

    WRIGHT-PATTERSON AIR FORCE BASE, Ohio  — The National Society of Professional Engineers recently held the Federal Engineer of the Year Award Agency-level competition. The award is sponsored by the Professional Engineers in Government which is an advocacy group of the NSPE. The distinction honors