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  • Aviano Air Base to hold memorial service for AFN broadcaster

    A memorial service for Airman 1st Class Lauren Lagudi, a broadcaster at the American Forces Network here is 3 p.m. Oct. 26 at the base theater.The service is open to base personnel. All attendees should be seated by 2:45 p.m."I am deeply saddened by the loss of our Airman. Lauren will be highly

  • Scorpions sting Italian school with goodwill

    Aviano Airmen dedicated their time and energy Oct. 16 to help a local Italian elementary school, the Scoula Materna di San Quirino with various beautification projects around the school. The Airmen, all from the 603rd Air Control Squadron, said they saw a need in the community and acted on it,

  • Civil engineer earns USAFE recognition

    One 31st Fighter Wing Airman received some exciting and surprising news recently when he was informed of his selection as the U.S. Air Forces in Europe Outstanding Military Airmen Dorm Leader of the Year. Staff Sgt. Robert Gamboa, a 31st Civil Engineer Squadron unaccompanied housing manager, was

  • Cop's Corner

    On Oct. 8, an active duty military member reported someone stole their debit card number and has been making charges against their account. The Airmen noticed that the account had two unauthorized charges on it from a gas station in Florida. The amount charged to the account was undisclosed at the

  • Third aircraft completes Heavy Airlift Wing

    The third and final C-17 Globemaster III to comprise the Heavy Airlift Wing aircraft inventory arrived at Papa Air Base, Hungary, Oct. 12 and was welcomed by the Hungarian Chief of Defense General Laszlo Tombol and other civic leaders from the surrounding communities. The delivery of the third

  • Base leadership recognizes Aviano's Finest

    Twice a month, 31st Fighter Wing leadership highlights one military member, U.S. civilian and Italian civilian for their professionalism, hard work, positive attitudes and outstanding contributions to the wing mission through the Aviano's Finest program. This week's selectees, all from 31st Fighter

  • Cop's Corner

    On Oct. 2, an active duty military dependent reported someone damaged their 2004 Chrysler Pacifica. The active duty military dependent stated they noticed a 2 1/2 foot long scratch to the rear driver's side door while the vehicle was parked in the community center parking lot. These types of

  • Going to Extremes: Civil engineers compete in Como Lake Man Triathlon

    Two Aviano civil engineers recently competed in one of many extreme competitions held throughout Europe each year -- the Como Lake Man Triathlon. Here is their story.Names:  Lt. Col. Bo Bloomer and Adam Leigland  Unit: 31st Civil Engineer Squadron Event: Como Lake Man triathlonDate:  Aug. 22,