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  • Child abuse: Prevention should not be out in the blue

    Since 1983, Congress has recognized April as National Child Abuse Prevention Month. People wear blue ribbons to remember victims of child abuse and recognize the need for prevention and awareness. It is important to recognize child abuse is something that can happen anytime and crosses all ethnic

  • Don't discount base appearance

    Did you know Travis is often referred to as Air Mobility Command's Crown Jewel? You have to admit, we've got one of the nicest-looking bases in AMC, and yes even in the Air Force. It takes a lot of hard work and a fair amount of money to pull this off, but the results absolutely show. But do you

  • Foundation in fundamentals

    I was recently deployed and while there I watched my share of "Armed Forces News Sports" television. I am not normally a big extreme-games fan, so I am not an expert in what they do; but I was fascinated by the "X-Game Minutes" during commercials. Every time I watched those commercials, I stopped

  • Take time out for what drives you

    Last week, members of Congress and the national media criticized President Obama for participating in "March Madness." How could the President of the United States, in the middle of two wars and an economic crisis take time out to complete a basketball tournament bracket? With folks losing their

  • Autism awareness: What everyone should know

    How much do we in the military know about Autism? Much has been seen and heard in the media over the past year since former MTV star Jenny McCarthy became an outspoken activist after her son Evan was diagnosed with autism at age 2. Meanwhile, CNN's Larry King talk show dedicated a full hour to

  • High blood pressure: The "silent killer"

    High blood pressure is a very common ailment seen and treated at hospitals across the country. Currently, about 50 million people in the U.S. have been diagnosed with hypertension, yet 30 percent of people with this disorder are unaware they have high blood pressure. This lack of awareness mostly

  • VPP Awareness Week 2009 kicks off

    The spring flowers are blooming, and bicyclists and runners are filtering out onto the roadways. Softball teams are getting ready to take to the fields and morale, welfare and recreation is ramping up for another season of outdoor equipment rental. As spring and summer merge to greet us, Team Travis

  • Integrity - Driving "Back to Basics"

    As I reflect on nearly three years in command of the 860th Aircraft Maintenance Squadron, I never cease to be amazed by the incredible mission results our wing has executed, and I burst with pride at the successful part our maintainers have played in it.Our many great accomplishments are a testament

  • Team Travis exemplifies caring

    For the past two weeks, this commentary has focused on Team Travis' contribution to Air Mobility Command's top priority -- winning today's fight as part of the joint/coalition force. Our ability to successfully achieve this priority is directly dependent upon our balanced attention on the other four

  • What are the lessons learned from airman basic to colonel?

    Last week, I celebrated 35 years of total military service. It's hard to believe all the changes experienced and lessons learned while serving in our great Air Force. I've seen ten variations of our uniform, numerous weapons system changes and thousands of policy changes to name just a few. Not to