Final flight, aircrafts legacy
As day broke to the east, crew members with the 318th Special Operations Squadron made preparations for the final two C-145As to depart the flightline for the last time at Cannon Air Force Base....
View ArticleCommentary: Welcome home, Vietnam veterans
Last year, President Barack Obama signed a proclamation commemorating the 50th anniversary of the Vietnam War. Beginning Memorial Day 2012 and continuing through Nov. 11, 2025, federal, state and loc...
View ArticleAssault advocate names 'unnamed conspirator'
The recording crackles to life. Hundreds of heads shift in unison, angling their ears toward the overhead speaker. A woman's voice reverberates throughout the room, barely audible above the white noi...
View ArticleCleaning up the town
U.S. Air Force photo: Airman 1st Class Ericka EngblomU.S. Air Force Airman 1st Class Michael Vargas, 27th Special Operations Communications Squadron, cyber security technician, cleans up litter...
View ArticleMoulage team makes the macabre
U.S. Air Force photo: Senior Airman Jette Carr A volunteer victim receives a simulated facial laceration in preparation for an exercise at Cannon Air Force Base. Moulage, the use of special effe...
View ArticleCannon Exchange adds to savings
Courtesy graphicCannon Exchange Service shoppers basking in the relief of completing their taxes can also find many happy returns at the food court April 15 as those using a Military Star Card will re...
View ArticleWing Safety Fair educates, entertains
U.S. Air Force photoU.S. Air Force Master Sgt. Richard Gomez, 27th Special Operations Force Support Squadron readiness NCO, speaks to Airmen during the annual Safety Fair April 1 at Cannon Air F...
View ArticleA run worthy of heroes
The Veterans of Foreign Wars Chapter 3280 co-sponsored the Run for Heroes April 6 at Ned Houk Park in Clovis.U.S. Air Force photo: Senior Airman Alexxis Pons AbascalA participant in the 1st annual Run...
View ArticleQuality of life suggestions heard
In conjunction with the 2013 Air Force Community Assessment survey, which was scheduled to launch April 5 at Cannon, wing leadership will initiate another opportunity to solicit feedback from all memb...
View ArticlePlay more, stress less
Deployment-affected families and single Airmen stationed at Cannon Air Force Base may be eligible to receive more than $500 in free or discounted services through the Air Force's Playpass...
View ArticleFrom victim to survivor
Every two minutes, someone in the U.S. is sexually assaulted. This finding by the U.S. Department of Justice's 2006-2010 National Crime Victimization Survey further summed up that an average of 207,7...
View ArticleColumn: Service members share hands, hearts
My friend Haley is a Special Olympics veteran, participating over the years in a number of sports offered by the very active team in Clovis. Her mom, Stephanie, told me this story."We went to Haley'...
View ArticleAir Force officials announce civilian Reduction in Force
WASHINGTON In a continuing effort to meet the Department of Defense funding targets in the FY12 President's Budget and re-balance the civilian workforce, approximately 60 Air Force installati...
View ArticleEarly kindergarten registration beginning
CANNON AIR FORCE BASE School is about to end, but early registration for kindergarten is just beginning. Clovis Municipal Schools will hold early registration for kindergarten students today...
View ArticleDiamond Sharp Airmen: Proud protector
Editor's note: This feature is the 21st in a series of Air Commando spotlights at Cannon. The airmen being highlighted are recent Diamond Sharp award winners. Diamond Sharp is a monthly program where...
View ArticleCannon behind the scenes: Finesse of finance
Editor's note: This feature is the 21st in a series of Air Commando highlights at Cannon. U.S. Air Force photo: Airman 1st Class Ericka Engblom Members with the 27th Special Operations Comptroll...
View ArticleOperation Homecoming
U.S. Air Force photo: Airman 1st Class Ericka EngblomCANNON AIR FORCE BASE — U.S. Air Commandos returning from deployment were welcomed home by 27th Special Operations Wing leadership, family me...
View ArticleHonorary commanders tour Cannon
The 27th Special Operations Wing opened its doors to seven honorary commanders for a behind the scenes look into the mission support capabilities April 10 at Cannon Air Force Base. U.S. Air Force...
View ArticleCannon volunteer hopes to work with animals
Lori Mccurdy begins her Saturday morning at the Hillcrest Park Zoo by feeding and interacting with large cats, donkeys and monkeys. CMI staff photo: Benna SayyedLori McCurdy visits a group of don...
View ArticleAirmen volunteer at weekend festival
Brandon Hannel said Clovis reminds him of his hometown in Illinois and sees volunteering as a great way to connect with the community. CMI staff photo: Benna Sayyed Aley Diggs, left, a Clovis kin...
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