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  • The 21st Contracting Squadron - Team Thule was named the September Golden Knight recipient. (Air Force photo by Larry Hulst)

    Thule contracting squadron named Golden Knights

    The September Golden Knight recipient is the 21st Contracting Squadron - Team Thule.This team contributed to the overall success of the space mission by effectively administering the $700 million Thule Air Base maintenance contract, finding ways to lower annual costs for Thule.Team members include Dave Sonnenberg, Renata Ott, Nicole Pilato and Jim

  • 821st Support Squadron dubbed Golden Knights

    The August Golden Knight recipient is the 821st Support Squadron Communication Flight.The flight rapidly responded to a mission impacting problem at the Ballistic Missile Early Warning System, 12th Space Warning Squadron, reducing mission impact by recommending technical work-arounds, and coordinated the immediate delivery of personnel and

  • 12th SWS takes Golden Knight award

    The July Golden Knight recipient is the 12th Space Warning Squadron - Operations Training section. The operations training section was critical to the 12th SWS's successful transition from the legacy weapon system to the $240 million Upgraded Early Warning Radar, the most significant capability upgrade in 22 years.Team members include Capt. Keith
  • Col. Stephen N. Whiting, 21st Space Wing commander, presents Donald Cortum, Peterson aero club manager, with the 2009 Flying Safety Milestone Award Nov. 24 in recognition of the Peterson aero club’s 10,000 hours of mishap-free flying. The aero club provides low-cost flying lessons and aircraft rentals as part of the 21st Space Wing’s installation support mission. (Air Force photo)

    Peterson aero club receives safety award

    The Peterson aero club received an award for 10,000 hours of mishap free flying Nov. 24 during its monthly meeting.Col. Stephen N. Whiting, 21st Space Wing commander, along with Col. Emily Buckman, 21st Mission Support Group commander and Lt. Col. John Silverman, 21st Force Support Squadron commander, presented the Aero Club with the 2009 Flying

  • Statistics show safe, sober and secure is way to go during holidays

    Maybe safety is the last thing on an Airman's mind during the holidays. It shouldn't be, safety experts say.December is one of those months when all kinds of mishaps occur. The Air Force typically loses seven Airmen to personal motor vehicle mishaps in November and December. Master Sgt. Michael Kelley at the Air Force Safety Center analyzed mishap
  • Health and Wellness Center registered dietitian Julie Anderson chops broccoli Dec. 3 for a cooking demonstration featuring healthy cooking for the holidays. Ms. Anderson hosts a cooking demo once a month at the HAWC, Building 560. The next demo will be at 6 p.m. Jan. 7 and features tips on how to prepare healthy food with your children. For details, call the HAWC at 556-4292. (Air Force photo by Larry Hulst)

    Healthy eating during the holidays; it’s possible

    Tis' the season for rich creamy foods, divine desserts and weight gain. All the holiday goodies and fabulous food can add up to inches on the waistline. But, 21st Space Wing Health and Wellness Center experts say it doesn't have to be so. Airmen, whether single or preparing dinner for a family, can serve healthy food that tastes great. It's all

  • 21st Comm Squadron earns intramural football title

    The 21st Communications Squadron intramural football team rode a second-half rally to win its third consecutive championship 30-14 over North American Aerospace Defense Command/U.S. Northern Command Nov.18 at the Peterson football complex.The communications team came into the championship game after posting an undefeated regular and post-season
  • Tech. Sgt. Tanisha Hunter, 21st Space Wing command section, gives Tech. Sgt. Thom Moore, 21st SW ground safety technician, a stuffed animal for a holiday Teddy Bears for Kids drive. The collected Teddy bears will be delivered Dec. 22 to children in the pediatric ward of Penrose St. Francis Medical Center. The drive continues through Dec. 11. Teddy bears can be dropped off in the Safety office, Building 845, room 107, or at Child Care Connections, 125 N. Parkside, Suite 202, Colorado Springs. (Air Force photo by Monica Mendoza)

    Peterson Airmen offer ‘creature’ comfort to kids

    As the lore goes, it was 1902 when the Teddy bear was created. Named for President Theodore Roosevelt, a bear hunter, the president was on expedition when he came across an injured bear. He ordered a mercy killing of the injured animal and later an editorial cartoon retold the scene. Merchants reacted quickly by making stuffed bears and calling

  • Local explosive experts tackle stress with EOD Safety Day

    The 21st Space Wing's Explosive Ordnance Disposal flight took one day, Nov. 20, to pause operations and reflect on safety.The 21st Civil Engineer Squadron EOD team talked about stress management, the signs and symptoms of stress and how to work through emotional stress. EOD teams are among the most deployed Airmen in one of the most dangerous jobs

  • Cooking tips for turkey day

    Thanksgiving is usually associated with football, family and food but, and while most may not associate this holiday with food safety, it should be a very important ingredient of this festive occasion. Personal hygiene is a must when preparing food for a Thanksgiving feast. Those preparing food should wash their hands with soap and water and avoid
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