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  • Inseparable bond continues as furry friend joins the family

    The wind blows past her ears as she sprints across a field to chase down her target. Tora sets off to tackle any obstacle her handler has put her up against. Words can't completely describe the bond the two have for one another.The bond between Tora, 31st Security Forces Squadron explosives and

  • Local barber aims high, credits past

    The light buzzing of clippers is heard as an artist meticulously works to perfect his product.He pays close attention to each detail, removing hair and applying product where and when needed. To an onlooker, this barber is just doing his job. To Eric Morris Santiago, his passion is so much more.The

  • Meaningful medical morale trips

    Maintaining unit morale requires more than the occasional physical training session or office picnic. It requires passion and a desire to get to know coworkers in and out of uniform.U.S. Air Force Senior Airman Megan Grose, 31st Medical Support Squadron medical logistics technician, discovered what

  • 31 SFS ceremony for military working dogs

    The 31st Security Forces Squadron hosted a military working dog memorial and retirement ceremony, June 22, 2015, at Aviano Air Base, Italy. The memorial was held for MWD Lea, who passed away recently. U.S. Air Force Senior Airman William Shine, Lea's handler, recited a poem after a brief description

  • Aviano Dental Squadron keeps teeth pearly white

    The 31st Dental Squadron ensures the dental health of the Aviano community by utilizing internal, Department of Defense and host nation resources. Dental Airmen provide patient-focused dental care to more than 130 patients each week. Additionally, the 31st Dental Squadron offers periodontics,

  • Manpower maneuvers mission

    Although a new squadron activation and a process improvement review may seem unrelated, the 31st Force Support Squadron manpower office toils behind the scenes to support both and more. Manpower Airmen work to perfect a blend of effective and efficient use of Air Force resources without

  • Ball offers Airmen Italian culture immersion

    Putting on his service dress, he knows he is ready ... nervous, but ready.Reflecting on the past three months of training, he adjusts his tie and smiles to his Italian partner, reassuring her about their upcoming performance. The sound of classical music bellows through the arena as they walk on

  • Labors of the Lab: 31 MDG techs test patients

    When patients visit the clinic's laboratory, staff members test any number of tissue or fluid samples. The results go to the doctor to ensure proper medical advice, medication or both are administered to help patients begin their road to recovery."While most people know us as the ones who stick you

  • Phase focuses on family to support Fighting Falcons

    Working long, grueling hours takes its toll on any person, so Airmen from the 31st Maintenance Squadron find a way to keep themselves resilient.For these Airmen, their resiliency comes from a sense of comradery and pride built in the unit, all helping to better support the Aviano mission."I can

  • Preparing to fall: Riggers ensure parachute resilience

    U.S. Army parachute riggers assigned to the Headquarters and Headquarters Company 173rd Brigade Support Battalion are responsible for maintaining and packing parachutes used to support airborne units, and equipment and supply drops to deployed locations. These Soldiers pack more than 2,400