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  • Don’t wait until it’s too late

    The convoys through insurgent-infested mountains and deserts were grueling and long, and the days were even longer. Most lasted from dawn to dusk, chasing a hidden enemy through convoluted caverns and crannies that proved impassable for most vehicles carrying troops. The conditions forced them to

  • Saving to survive holidays

    The sounds of laughter wasp through the cool crisp air, as two girls played outside. Their proud parents looked up briefly to watch, before turning back to the paper. The couple went through their checklist; did they pack all their clothes, kitchen items, professional gear? Were the bills paid and

  • Misawa embraces brothers' reunion

    Jonah Skrove is a hugger. Exiting the breezeway at the Misawa City Airport near Misawa Air Base, Japan, Jonah affectionately embraced nearly everyone in sight, including his brother, Airman 1st Class Jared Skrove. Gatherings are commonplace for members of the military and their families, but the

  • Remember the Value of Your Service

    To the men and women of Pacific Air Forces and to our veterans from all services, please accept my very sincere "thank you." You have answered our Nation's call, and I'm humbled by your service. This Monday marks the 95th anniversary of the signing of the armistice which brought an end to World War

  • Wild Weasels: First In, Last Out

    The roaring sound of an F-16 Fighting Falcon ripping through the sky leaves adversaries on the ground frozen in their tracks, bracing themselves as one of the most lethal machines on the planet nears their location. It's a helpless feeling opposing forces have endured for nearly 50 years as Wild

  • New SRT provides life-saving protection

    When violence transpires, there are very few people who willingly run toward the danger. However, Misawa has an elite team that has the responsibility of handling escalated crisis. The 35th Security Forces Squadron special reaction team is prepared to handle any scenario that may arise on base and

  • Air Force Sexual Assault convictions unveiled

    The Air Force has always had a zero-tolerance policy on sexual assaults, and the prevention of such heinous acts is one of my top priorities.Unfortunately, until recently, few within the Air Force knew what was happening with sexual assaults that occurred within our ranks. The good news is Airmen