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AFRRAD
A drift tube module radioactive source cap is tested for radioactive contamination on an alpha probe before being recycled by an Air Force Radioactive Recycling and Disposal team member, Dec. 1, 2021 at Wright-Patterson Air Force Base, Ohio. The source cap is located within a centimeter of the actual radioactive source, and must be surveyed to ensure there is no contamination before releasing it as a recyclable metal. (U.S. Air Force photo by Jaima Fogg)
AFRRAD
A collection of items glow under a black light at the Air Force Radioactive Recycling and Disposal facility, Dec. 1, 2021 at Wright-Patterson Air Force Base, Ohio. Air Force Radioactive Recycling and Disposal (AFRRAD) is the primary focal point for radioactive recycling and waste management within the Air Force. (U.S. Air Force photo by Jaima Fogg)
AFRRAD wins Defense award for environmental excellence
Charlie Mitchell (left) and Seth Walton (right) inspect and remove radioactive components from pieces of equipment at the Air Force Radioactive Recycling and Disposal facility at Wright-Patterson Air Force Base, Ohio. AFRRAD won the 2022 Secretary of Defense Environmental Award for Environmental Quality. (U.S. Air Force photo by Jaima Fogg)
AFRRAD wins Defense award for environmental excellence
The Air Force Radioactive Recycling and Disposal team stand outside their facility on Wright-Patterson Air Force Base, Ohio. The team won the 2022 Secretary of Defense Environmental Award for Environmental Quality. (U.S. Air Force photo by Jaima Fogg)
Special Delivery
Heidi Murkoff, author of “What to Expect When You’re Expecting”, hugs a mother at the Special Deliveries event to new and upcoming mothers at the Wright-Patterson Air Force Base, Ohio USO, Nov. 8. Murkoff attended a baby shower for new mothers to answer any questions they might have about their upcoming pregnancy, she also gave advice to the new mothers. (U.S. Air Force Photo by Senior Airman Alexandria Fulton)
Special Delivery
Heidi Murkoff, author of “What to Expect When You’re Expecting”, hugs a mother at the Special Deliveries event to new and upcoming mothers at the Wright-Patterson Air Force Base, Ohio USO, Nov. 8. Murkoff attended a baby shower for new mothers to answer any questions they might have about their upcoming pregnancy, she also gave advice to the new mothers. (U.S. Air Force Photo by Senior Airman Alexandria Fulton)
ASPIRE Program 2021
Sherita Smith (far left), ASPIRE program manager, recognizes participants during a completion ceremony Nov. 4 at Wright-Patterson Air Force Base. Pictured are: Sarah Burkhart (front), Community Services. Back row, from left: Latonya Johnson, Force Development; Theodore Thomas, Resources; Raymond Owens, Operations; and Aleah Corbitt, Child and Youth Program. (U.S. Air Force photo by Megan Mudersbach)
Wright-Patterson Inns wins top honor among large bases
Wright-Patterson Air Force Base was recognized as winner of the 2021 Air Force Innkeeper Award.
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The Dayton Mobile Vet Center, which travels around the local community, provides community outreach and a variety of mental health services to active-duty and retired military, reservists, Guard and families. The Dayton Vet Center prioritizes confidentiality while helping build meaningful connections and develop tools to achieve success in both military and civilian lives. (Contributed photo)
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Darius Parker Spotlight
ASPIRE participant rotates through 88 FSS Airmen & Family Readiness Center
Theodore Thomas, an accounting technician with 88th Force Support Squadron Resources and ASPIRE program participant, gets firsthand experience with the Airman & Family Readiness Center as he reviews an informational table. The ASPIRE program is an Air Force Materiel Command initiative that exposes participants to the FSS portfolio over 12 weeks in an effort to prepare them for future leadership roles. (Contributed photo)
ASPIRE participant shadows 88 FSS
Latonya Johnson, a training administrator with the 88th Force Support Squadron’s Force Development Section, shadows Mike King, human resources specialist for the 88 FSS Workforce Development Section, as part of the ASPIRE program Oct. 19 at Wright-Patterson Air Force Base. The ASPIRE program is an Air Force Materiel Command initiative that exposes participants to the FSS portfolio over 12 weeks in an effort to prepare them for future leadership roles. (Contributed photo)
A Pilot in the Making
Aaron Staiger, an Air Force Junior ROTC cadet at Beavercreek High School, poses in front of a Piper PA-28-181 single-engine aircraft July 26 after successfully completing his checkride for a private pilot’s license. (Contributed photo
A Pilot in the Making
Beavercreek High School senior Aaron Staiger works on his backhand during varsity team practice earlier this fall. Tennis is among his many after-school activities. (Contributed photo)
Pumpkin Off and Trunk or Treatt
Col. Patrick Miller, 88th Air Base Wing and installation commander, speaks at the Great Pumpkin Off and “Truck or Treat” event Oct. 21 on Wright-Patterson Air Force Base. The gathering featured several base organizations passing out candy to children and activities for families to enjoy. (U.S Air Force photo by Senior Airman Jack Gardner)
Pumpkin Off and Trunk or Treatt
A Joker-themed pumpkin sits on display during the Great Pumpkin Off and “Truck or Treat” event Oct. 21 at Wright-Patterson Air Force Base. (U.S Air Force photo by Senior Airman Jack Gardner)
Pumpkin Off and Trunk or Treatt
Alex (left) and Adrian Zehr-Rivera take part in the Great Pumpkin Off and “Truck or Treat” event Oct. 21 at Wright-Patterson Air Force Base. The celebration featured several base organizations passing out candy to children and activities for families to enjoy. (U.S Air Force photo by Senior Airman Jack Gardner)
Pumpkin Off and Trunk or Treatt
Lynnex Willis, dressed in a firefighter costume, participates in the “Truck or Treat” event Oct. 21 at Wright-Patterson Air Force Base. The gathering featured several base organizations passing out candy to children and activities for families to enjoy. (U.S Air Force photo by Senior Airman Jack Gardner)
Pumpkin Off and Trunk or Treat
Skylar McVay, dressed in a Mario-themed costume, plays “pumpkin bowling” as part of the “Trunk or Treat” event Oct. 21 at Wright-Patterson Air Force Base. The celebration featured several base organizations passing out candy to children and activities for families to enjoy. (U.S Air Force photo by Senior Airman Jack Gardner)
A Pilot in the Making
Aaron Staiger (front) leads the Air Force Junior ROTC Honor Guard as it presents the colors before Beavercreek High School’s home football game Sept. 10. Staiger is a cadet lieutenant colonel and deputy commander in the JROTC unit. (Contributed photo)