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  • Smoking ban takes effect at Misawa

    Misawa smokers will now have to brave the elements of nature for their nicotine fix effective May 1. A new policy from the 35th Fighter Wing commander states smoking is prohibited in or around tower housing and dormitories, leaving residents to go to designated smoking areas outside. The move to a

  • Misawa member completes 50 years of service

    June 2009 will mark a major career milestone for a U.S. Army Corps of Engineers employee here. Cecil Hahn, a service support specialist at the Misawa Resident Office, will complete 50 years of federal service -- 40 of them at this key airbase positioned less than 800 miles from North Korea. Mr.

  • Idea earns maintainer big money

    A simple suggestion earned one Misawa maintainer $10,000 and saved the Air Force thousands more. Staff Sgt. Jerome Latham, an engine craftsman with the 35th Maintenance Squadron, suggested a technical order change to the Innovative Development through Employee Awareness program. His idea resulted in

  • Bicycle helmet use mandatory

    Bicycle riding is very common in Japan and Misawa residents will often see locals riding their bikes around town. However, military members and their families must follow a different set of riding rules. 35th Fighter Wing Instruction 31-204, Misawa Air Base Motor Vehicle Traffic Supervision provides

  • Safety stressed as spring fever kicks in

    The cherry blossoms are blooming and spring is in full swing. Residents with spring fever are reminded to practice safety when engaging in outdoor activities. Spring safety concerns include outdoor grilling, lawn mowing, trampoline use and sports. With the weather turning nicer, many residents are