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Jan. 28, 2011
Lt. Gen. Helms takes command - twice

Lt. Gen. Susan Helms, a former commander of the 45th Space Wing had a pretty good day last Friday at Vandenberg Air Force Base, Calif.Not only was she named commander of both the Joint Functional Com-ponent Command for Space (JFCC Space) and the 14th Air Force, she also earned her third star just
Jan. 21, 2011
It's our responsibility to grow leaders

For the second time in a seven-day period, we have had changes at the leadership level here at the 45th Space Wing. One week ago today, Col. Denette Sleeth assumed command of the 45th Operations Group from Col. James Ross. Later today, Col. Ross will be assuming the 45th Space Wing Vice Commander
Jan. 14, 2011
Thank You for the Great Ride

Wow, time does fly when you're having fun! This has been the most rewarding position in my 21 years in the Air Force. I can't believe it has already been 19 months since I took the 45 OG flag and today I'm handing it over to Col. Denette Sleeth.What has made this job so rewarding? All the fantastic
Jan. 14, 2011
MLK Day: Remember! Celebrate! Act!

As we get ready to honor the life and legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. this Monday, let's not forget the theme of the holiday: "Remember! Celebrate! Act! A Day On, Not a Day Off."Dr. King was a man who lived his life doing all these things, even when it often meant "paying the price" for doing
Jan. 14, 2011
Time to Invest in Skills That Will Benefit Your Team, Organization and Yourself

Take a quick look at your professional development plan. How much of it is focused on technical or conceptual skills versus the human skills? I would guess that you, like the majority of us, are focused on getting those mandatory continuous-learning points by improving technical and conceptual
Jan. 13, 2011
No Airman left behind: Life after suicide

As a "rainbow flight" member on day zero in basic military training, Airmen are taught the wingman concept. From a brand new lieutenant or an airman basic to a four-star general or chief master sergeant, the Air Force indoctrinates this concept, which symbolizes a person who becomes a rock during
Jan. 12, 2011
AFSPC commander conducts first commander's call

Air Force Space Command personnel crowded the halls of the headquarters building Friday to listen to the first official address from their new commander, Gen. William Shelton Jan. 7.During General Shelton's commander's call, he spoke to the HQ AFSPC staff on several subjects including his top three
Jan. 6, 2011
Archaelogist ensures Premier Gateway to Space while protecting Cape history

At first glance, Thomas Penders' job with the 45th Space Wing may seem like walking a tightrope. As an aerospace archaeologist and cultural resource manager at Cape Canaveral Air Force Station, Fla., he ensures the 45th SW can continue to be America's premier gateway to space through unhindered
Jan. 5, 2011
Air Force Space Command welcomes new Commander

Air Force Space Command welcomed a new commander during a change of command ceremony here Jan. 5.Gen. William L. Shelton accepted command from Air Force Chief of Staff Gen. Norton Schwartz in front of an audience of family, community members and AFSPC personnel. In General Schwartz's opening
Jan. 5, 2011
Local teen keeps filling his ‘bucket list’

For some teenagers, playing in the high school marching band, wind ensemble and jazz band, being a member of the junior high lacrosse team, taking part in ministry activities with his church and maintaining high grades while taking Advanced Placement and Honors Classes at Viera High School would

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