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    MEDIA ADVISORY: Wright-Patterson AFB to hold town halls to provide COVID-19 and vaccine distribution updates

    WRIGHT-PATTERSON AIR FORCE BASE, Ohio – The 88th Air Base Wing will hold two Facebook Live town halls to provide the latest information on COVID-19 and the current status of vaccine availability. The first town hall scheduled for this afternoon at 4:30 p.m., Col. Patrick Miller, 88th Air Base Wing and installation commander, will provide the latest
  • Phase 1 and Phase 2 of the DoD population schema for the COVID-19 vaccine

    Med Group opens up COVID-19 vaccine offerings

    The 88th Medical Group is set to expand its offering of the COVID-19 vaccine after working through the initial phases of first responders and medical personnel at Wright-Patterson Air Force Base.
  • Chief Master Sgt. Robert Rogers, author of “The Paperback Mentor” and “Answers for Airmen,” discussed how diversity and diverse perspectives can help one’s career during the 2021 Team Wright-Patt Mentoring Program kickoff Jan. 12. CONTRIBUTED PHOTO

    Base Mentoring Program underway in the new year

    WRIGHT-PATTERSON AIR FORCE BASE, Ohio — More than 200 military members and civilian employees at Wright-Patterson Air Force Base are taking advantage of an opportunity to develop new and/or different professional skills and perspectives, demonstrate strengths and explore potentials now that the 2021 Team Wright-Patt Mentoring Program has kicked
  • Air Force ROTC cadets salute Tipi Minnehan Dec. 23, 2020, on her 100th birthday in Fairborn, Ohio. Minnehan is a veteran having served in the Army during, and for a few years after, World War II. (U.S. Air Force photo by R.J. Oriez)

    WWII veteran celebrates 100th birthday

    A local legend turned a century old recently, and the community was there to celebrate. Sitting on a bench outside her residence in Fairborn on a chilly day, Yolanda “Tipi” Minnehan is surrounded by old World War II photos of herself during her time in the Army. There are bright red balloons in the shape of “100,” American flags, a pink flower arrangement and an abundance of “Happy birthday” posters.
  • The graphic lists COVID-19 vaccine eligibility categories based on the Department of Defense's established COVID-19 vaccine tier and phase levels.

    Wright-Patt commander gives COVID-19 update

    Col. Patrick Miller, 88th Air Base Wing and installation commander, addressed the base Jan. 13 on Facebook Live concerning the latest COVID-19 situation update.
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    MEDIA ADVISORY: Air Force to host Virtual Industry Exchange for Wright-Patterson Air Force Base

    WRIGHT-PATTERSON AIR FORCE BASE, Ohio – The 88th Air Base Wing and Air Force Civil Engineer Center will host the first Virtual Industry Exchange on Jan. 21 to explore possible mixed-use commercial development at Wright-Patterson AFB.The Air Force is seeking private and public interest for development of more than 46 acres on WPAFB. The virtual
  • The 88th Air Base Wing at Wright-Patterson Air Force Base has announced holiday hours of operation in memory of the birthday of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. on Monday, Jan. 20, 2020. (Contributed photo)

    MARTIN LUTHER KING JR. DAY: 88th Air Base Wing announces holiday hours

    The following facilities at Wright-Patterson Air Force Base will have adjusted hours of operation in observance of Air Force Materiel Command Family Day on Jan. 15 and Martin Luther King Jr. Day on Jan. 18 (if not listed, consider them closed):GATES1A (Fairborn Gate) Jan. 15 Open 6 a.m. to 6 p.m. Jan. 18 Open 6 a.m. to 6 p.m.12A (AFMC Headquarters)
  • Many CFC charities dedicate their efforts to protecting all creatures, large and small. A CFC contribution will benefit a wide variety of domesticated and wildlife animals. (U.S. Air Force graphic by David Clingerman)

    Combined Federal Campaign Cause of the Week: Animal welfare

    WRIGHT-PATTERSON AIR FORCE BASE, Ohio — The Combined Federal Campaign is the federal government’s official workplace-giving campaign, allowing employees and retirees to pledge monetary support and volunteer time to approved charities. This year’s campaign runs until Jan. 15 under the theme of “Show Some Love: Be the Face of Change.” Federal workers
  • A U.S. Air Force B-1 Lancer Bomber flies over the Wright Brothers Memorial on Wright-Patterson Air Force Base, Ohio, Dec. 17, 2020. The flight was part of the annual ceremony marking the 117th anniversary of the first powered flight of an airplane. (U.S. Air Force photo by R.J. Oriez)

    Wright-Patterson, park service observe Wright brothers’ 117th anniversary

    WRIGHT-PATTERSON AIR FORCE BASE, Ohio — Col. Patrick Miller, 88th Air Base Wing and installation commander, along with the great-grandniece and great-grandnephew of the Wright brothers, joined together Dec. 17 to lay a wreath commemorating the 117th anniversary of practical powered flight. The event, which has become a Miami Valley annual tradition
  • Wright-Patterson Air Force Base, Ohio, gate. (U.S. Air Force photo)

    Air Force to host Virtual Industry Exchange for Wright-Patterson AFB 

    JOINT BASE SAN ANTONIO, Texas – The Air Force Civil Engineer Center and 88th Air Base Wing will host the first Virtual Industry Exchange on Jan. 21 to explore possible mixed-use commercial development at Wright-Patterson AFB, Ohio.The Air Force is seeking private and public interest for development of more than 46 acres on Wright-Patterson. The
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