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  • Pope CGO wins 2006 IMA of the Year

    "Captain Penney is far and above a traditional reservist," said Col. John McDonald, 43rd Airlift Wing Vice Commander. Capt. Crystal Penney, 43rd Operations Support Squadron, is an intelligence officer in the Air Force Reserve Individual Mobilization Augmentee program. She recently won the 2006 Air

  • Ask the Doc

    Q: I heard the 43rd Medical Group was administering Flu Mist this year. Will they also be offering the Flu Shot? A: Yes. We just received our order of flu shots for those adults who cannot receive the Flu Mist and all children. Active Duty, TRICARE Prime enrolled family members and retirees can

  • Exercise away holiday stress

    Have you ever gotten sick while under a lot of stress? Stress reduces our ability to fight colds, infections and disease, leaving your body increasingly vulnerable to attack. The holiday season can result in added stress due to time crunches and demanding schedules. In addition to the usual routine,

  • Congratulations to Team Pope’s newest promotees

    Chief Master Sergeant Richard Hardy, 23rd Aircraft Maintenance Squadron Senior Master Sergeant Dennis Brooks, 43rd Operations Support Squadron Kenneth Francis Jr., 23rd AMXS Sean Wong, 43rd Operations Group Master Sergeant James Adams, 43rd Maintenance Squadron Bryan Carter, 43rd Aircraft

  • Keep your will up-to-date

    Think you don't need a will? Think again. Obviously nobody wants to think about the possibility of dying, especially in the prime of life. The reality, though, is that it doesn't hurt to have one -- less than an hour of your time now can save your family a considerable amount of time and heartache

  • Wingman of the Week

    Staff Sgt. Iya Foster, 41st Airlift Squadron Job description: I input and audit all aircrew training Date entered military: Jan. 24, 2001. Reason entered military: Originally it was educational/school purposes, but now I just enjoy my career field. Most influential in career: Two people - my

  • Decking the halls safely

    Each year fires occurring during the holiday season injure 2,600 individuals and cause more than $930 million in damage, according to the United States Fire Administration. By following some simple tips you can reduce your chances of becoming a holiday fire casualty. - Inspect holiday lights for

  • Sergeant receives Purple Heart

    A tactical air control party Airman from Pope's 18th Air Support Operations Group was awarded the Purple Heart in a presentation ceremony Nov. 30. Tech. Sgt. Juan Valentin was awarded the Purple Heart for his wounds received in action Oct. 28 while supporting Operation Enduring Freedom. Sergeant

  • Base practices wartime operations

    Even though the holidays may be just around the corner, members of Team Pope must still be prepared to deploy, fight and survive in a deployed environment on short notice. Anybody who doesn't think so needs only look at Operation Just Cause in December 1989 for proof that holidays don't stop

  • LRS making the mission possible

    The 43rd Logistics Readiness Squadron provides premier supply, transportation, and logistical planning support to create, sustain, and protect combat capability. These Airmen ensure sustainment of forward theater contingency operations through precision deployment of all parts, personnel, vehicle