• There’s no secret formula — just ‘go do’

    WRIGHT-PATTERSON AIR FORCE BASE, Ohio -- As with most officers, I have been training and preparing for the squadron commander job from my first day as a second lieutenant.By now, I always envisioned I would have some magical catchphrase that would instantly inspire my Airmen to work harder, faster

  • Retiree Appreciation Day set for Oct. 28

    WRIGHT-PATTERSON AIR FORCE BASE, Ohio -- After a three-year hiatus, the 88th Air Base Wing will host its annual Retiree Appreciation Day at the Hope Hotel & Richard C. Holbrooke Conference Center on Oct. 28. Registration begins at 7 a.m. and the opening ceremony will start at 8 a.m.The

  • Spotlight: 1st Lt. Caroline McDowell

    WRIGHT-PATTERSON AIR FORCE BASE, Ohio -- Name and rank: 1st Lt. Caroline McDowellDuty title: Critical care nurseUnit of assignment: 88th Inpatient Operations SquadronWhat do you do at Wright-Patt?I am a critical-care nurse in the (intensive care unit) at Wright-Patterson Medical Center. I am

  • New targets give Defenders instant marks

    WRIGHT-PATTERSON AIR FORCE BASE, Ohio — The 88th Security Forces Squadron recently purchased new targets, with squadron innovation funds, that give the shooter instant visual feedback.“These interactive targets are nice because you either hit the target and it falls down or you missed it,” said

  • Prior service maintainers share leadership, time management skills

    One of the most important aspects of service that makes Airmen formidable and allows the Air Force to excel is experience. Every Airman’s journey is unique and there are many who began their military service in other branches of the armed forces. Many leadership skills translate well from other

  • Company Grade Officers’ Council lists new board members

    WRIGHT-PATTERSON AIR FORCE BASE, Ohio -- The Wright-Patterson Air Force Base Company Grade Officers’ Council has announced its new board members for fall 2022. All executive positions have a six-month term, starting July 1 and running through Dec. 31.“This organization promotes networking through

  • Spotlight Senior Master Sgt. Timothy Sigafoos

    WRIGHT-PATTERSON AIR FORCE BASE, Ohio -- Name and rank: Senior Master Sgt. Timothy SigafoosUnits of assignment: U.S. Air Force School of Aerospace Medicine, 711th Human Performance Wing, Air Force Research LaboratoryWhat’s your job like every day? No day is the same and you never know what to expect

  • Keep sun safety in mind to prevent skin cancer

    WRIGHT-PATTERSON AIR FORCE BASE, Ohio -- Whether you spend time outdoors hiking, swimming or just relaxing in the backyard, limiting exposure to the sun’s harmful rays must be a priority.According to the American Cancer Society, more than 3 million people are diagnosed with skin cancer each year in

  • The most colorful time of year

            WRIGHT-PATTERSON AIR FORCE BASE, Ohio — July is when Huffman Prairie is as colorful as a box of crayons.“It’s absolutely beautiful,” said Heather Cropsey.Cropsey, along with other