Aviano runners take their mark

The 31st Force Support Squadron hosted Team Aviano's 9th annual Aviano Half Marathon, Sept. 9, 2015. In addition to the 13.1 mile race, runners also participated in a 10k Run, family 5k run/walk and a children's one-mile fun run. Runners received a participation medal and the top three male and

Flag football frenzy

Intramural flag football season has kicked off and will run until, Oct. 31, 2015. During the season, squadron teams will challenge each other every Tuesday and Thursday starting at 5:30 p.m. at Freedom Park.

26.2 miles of mixed emotions

A combination of feelings churned in my stomach. All at once the nervousness, tiredness and excitement rushed through my body before the loud discharging sound released me and about 15,000 others from the start line.    I had 26.2 miles left to gather my composure and push through any invading

Preventing suicide: Reaching out, saving lives

As the U.S. Air Force gets smaller and areas of responsibilities grow, Airmen are encouraged to take care of themselves to successfully complete the mission."Our job is to fight and win the nation's wars. We'll never be good enough at it; we've got to get better every day. It's not an easy task,

Aviano celebrates 68 years of airpower

US Airmen, Soldiers declare food, water vegan kosher

U.S. Air Force bioenvironmental and public health Airmen along with U.S. Army Reserve preventative medicine Soldiers tested their skills during the multi-day, hands-on portion of the U.S. Air Forces Expeditionary Medical Support training Sept. 18, here."It's very important to ensure the integrity of

Moulage make-up magic

From bruised ankles to stomach surgery, U.S. Air Force medical moulage teams have the skills to "make-up" injuries for use in training. Using real people or manikins, the teams can apply putty, liquids, powders and props to simulate the look and feel of real internal and external injuries. Doctors

Planning ahead: Requirements for visiting Aviano AB

Having mom and pop visit your work center can be a proud moment for any individual, but regardless of how close you are with your guest, specific measures must be followed when anyone tries to gain access to the base.Military members can accessing make base easier by making preparations prior to

Table set to remember

"We call your attention to this small table, which occupies the place of dignity and honor," reads Tech. Sgt. Maurice Carbajal, 31st Communications Squadron knowledge management center NCO in charge, while members of the base honor guard sharply pop to attention.When this line is read from the

New Red Cross, Wounded Warrior Project partnership thanks MDG

Several 31st Medical Group personnel enjoyed a "Thank You" luncheon as part of a new partnership between the Aviano Red Cross and the Wounded Warrior Project, Sept. 15, 2015, at Aviano Air Base, Italy. The event included information on how the Wounded Warrior Project will benefit the Aviano