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  • 43AW/CC lines up vision during CC Call

    Col. James Johnson, 43rd Airlift Wing Commander, spoke with Airmen during five commander's calls Wednesday after taking command June 12. These commander's calls provided some comments on the change of command and also gave attendees information on his personal background and perspectives on some of

  • The Defy program: Leading the way for today’s youth

    When I first planned to write a wrap-up article for the Drug Education For Youth program, I decided to write it in typical news-style fashion; however, having been personally involved in this year-long program, I couldn't just wrap it up without sharing my own personal experiences. To be honest, the

  • The magic of Flouride

    Fluoride, a major factor in preventing tooth decay, comes from various sources such as bottled water (when labeled), community water, toothpaste, rinses or is applied by health care professionals. Studies on fluoride have proven its effectiveness in preventing dental caries, which is the disease

  • The legacy of Pope continues (1919-2009)

    As the new historian for the 43rd Airlift Wing, I am amazed to walk around the halls of the buildings we inhabit every day and see pieces of history from the exalted past of Pope. Recently, I was reading two worn pieces of paper that hang in the foyer of the headquarters building and was struck by

  • Vote Your Mind

    Six months have passed since the Presidential Election. The country has made it through the inauguration and the new administration's first 100 days. One would think that our ever-vigilant news media would tire of election reporting, but already snippets and speculation about 2010 are floating

  • Energy, economic stimulus: Where do we go from here?

    Energy demand is on the rise and many Department of Energy experts say we might reach peak oil production within the next 15 years. Therefore, it is critical to be adamant stewards and watchers of energy use. The U.S. Air Force uses 65 percent of electricity consumption and 20 percent of fossil fuel

  • Pope member competes in the Inter-Service Chess Tournament

    Staff Sgt. Nicolas Butts, 3rd Aerial Port Squadron, represented Pope as a member of the Air Force chess team during the Inter-service Chess Tournament held at Fort Benning, Ga., May 2 through 9. The Army hosts the inter-service tournament every four years. Contestants who compete in the tournament

  • The joy of giving back

    Editor's note: The following story is a personal volunteer experience written from a first-person perspective. We all have reason to be grateful for what we've achieved. The Air Force has provided all of us with a career path and opportunities for self-betterment and self-fulfillment. With this

  • Local civic leaders show Pope Airmen appreciation

    More than 22 teams comprised of Airmen from Pope's various squadrons as well as some local area civic leaders participated in an Air Force Golf Appreciation Day at the Chicora Country Club in Erwin County May 28. Several honorary commanders who represent some of Pope's squadrons -- Joe Tart, Glenn

  • 2009 Family Fun Day general rules and scoring

    Pope holds its annual Family Fun Day picnic from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. June 18 at Woodland Park. Squadrons must register with their respective sports representatives by Wednesday. Eligibility Sports events are open to all military, DoD civilians and their dependents who are 18 years and older and