• Wright-Path University provides new path for Airmen

     WRIGHT-PATTERSON AIR FORCE BASE, Oh -- A brand-new school has opened up at Wright-Patterson Air Force Base.Wright-Path University can provide Team Wright-Patt mission partners with professional-development opportunities through multiple methods of delivery to cultivate empowered, innovative and

  • Spotlight: Jamie Sanders

    WRIGHT-PATTERSON AIR FORCE BASE, Oh -- Name and rank: Jamie Sanders, WG-9Duty title: Pest controllerUnit of assignment: 88th Civil Engineer SquadronWhat do you do at Wright-Patt? I have worked at Wright-Patterson AFB for over six years. I’m originally from Los Angeles. I was stationed here as an

  • Holocaust events shaped 21-year-old’s decision to join AF

    WRIGHT-PATTERSON AIR FORCE BASE, Oh -- Senior Airman Steven Elgowsky, 445th Civil Engineer Squadron engineering aide and member of the Wright-Patterson Air Force Base Honor Guard, exhibits a steady passion in telling stories of his Jewish heritage. It uniquely shaped his desire to join the Air

  • Level Up Week to emphasize personnel needs

    WRIGHT-PATTERSON AIR FORCE BASE, Oh -- Registration has begun for the 88th Air Base Wing’s second-quarter Level Up Week, formerly known as Focus Week.The next session is scheduled for May 9-13 and open to all Wright-Patterson Air Force Base military members and civilians. Enrollment continues until

  • Base community can help prevent theft

    WRIGHT-PATTERSON AIR FORCE BASE, Oh -- As the transition into warmer months begins, the 88th Security Forces Squadron reminds Wright-Patterson Air Force Base personnel and families that crime never takes a break.Spring weather is supposed to be an opportunity to enjoy yourself, not fill out a police

  • The never-ending quest for motorcycle safety

    WRIGHT-PATTERSON AIR FORCE BASE, Oh -- You wear your personal protective equipment. You stay on top of your motorcycle’s routine maintenance. You follow all rules of the road when you ride.What more can you do to be a safe rider? A LOT!Safety is one of those things in life that’s never-ending. There

  • Air Force Marathon registration fees to rise May 2

    WRIGHT-PATTERSON AIR FORCE BASE, Ohio – As Air Force Marathon weekend draws closer, participants can save on their race entry fees if registered by May 2, prior to the scheduled third price increase.Registration for the full marathon will increase by $10, while the half-marathon, 10K and 5K rises

  • Ready, set, volunteer!

    WRIGHT-PATTERSON AIR FORCE BASE, Ohio – The Air Force Marathon is calling for volunteers to register and be a part of the 26th annual event beginning May 1.More than 2,600 volunteers are needed this year, officials said, as the marathon continues to grow.“Volunteering for the Air Force Marathon is a

  • Wright-Patt partners with local community for Earth Day

    FAIRBORN, Ohio – Wright-Patterson Air Force Base employees teamed up with the city of Fairborn and Beavercreek Wetlands Association to host a community cleanup event in celebration of Earth Day at Community Park.This year’s event brought out more than 50 people to pick up trash around the park.“We

  • Major-accident response exercise slated for May 5-6

    WRIGHT-PATTERSON AIR FORCE BASE, Ohio — Wright-Patterson Air Force Base will conduct a major emergency-management exercise May 5-6.Planners said the drill is scheduled to simulate an aircraft mishap with “mass casualties.” Upon notification, first responders will immediately head to the exercise