• Teamwork needed to encourage Airmen

    Recently, one of our Travis Airmen asked me what I had learned in my first year in command. I thought about it and answered by stating how little I actually accomplish on my own, how much I rely on my team and how impressive my teammates are.This entire topic may be over simplistic to many, but one

  • Perspective important amid sea of changes

    This month, we remember how acts of terrorism have affected our world, country, family and friends.We take a moment to reflect on those we lost and thank those everyday people who became heroes in a split second. We also remember those who are or were prisoners of war or missing in action.Here at

  • GoRuck Light gives Airmen glimpse of SOF community

    Trekking across a body of water, suspending a 20-pound rucksack above their heads and pushing an ambulance half-a-mile down the street was just the start of the day for 16 participants taking part in the GoRuck Light Challenge here Sept. 12.Designed and developed by former United States military

  • Travis hosts events to remember 9/11

    Travis Air Force Base, California, held the Firefighter Run for the Fallen and the Freedom Walk on Sept. 11 to memorialize 9/11.The Firefighter Run for the Fallen started at the fire station and included opening remarks by John Speakman, 60th Civil Engineer Squadron fire chief, along with a flag

  • Picnic welcomes Airmen to base

    The St. Michael's Catholic Community at Travis Air Force Base, California, held its annual picnic Sept. 15 at Twin Peaks Chapel.Approximately 225 people joined in the festivities. Many military families who recently PCS'd to Travis received a warm welcome and were invited to make St. Michael's their

  • Airshow offers Airmen discount

    The 10th annual California Capitol Airshow will take place Oct. 3 through 4 at Mather Airport in Sacramento, California.Gates are open from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. with flying performances taking place from noon to 4 p.m. The show is scheduled to include the USAF Thunderbirds, Canadian forces Snowbirds and

  • Action can help prevent wildfires

    September is National Preparedness Month and America's Prepare-A-thon Day is scheduled for Sept. 30. This is an opportunity to increase the level of emergency preparedness for yourself, your family and community. This week's theme is wildfires and what you can do to prepare yourself.Wildfires can

  • Effective negotiating vital to AF career

    When was the last time you negotiated something? Most likely buying a new home or vehicle, right?In reality, nearly every aspect of life is negotiated, regardless if money changes hands. Children negotiate extra TV time, spouses negotiate vacation plans and employees negotiate advantageous work

  • American heroes honored, celebrated at Sacramento parade

    After weeks of being celebrated overseas and across the country, the three young Americans who thwarted a train attack en route to Paris, were finally home. Thousands lined the streets of downtown Sacramento to welcome home Airman 1st Class Spencer Stone, Alek Skarlatos and Anthony Sadler during the