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  • Detachment 1: Every day 'an adventure'

    As the Detachment 1 commander in charge of Cape Canaveral Air Force Station, each day is an adventure. My team and I manage one of the most dynamic installations in the Air Force, which means I wear many hats and rely heavily on a talented team of professionals for support.As the Emergency

  • Those who can do more, volunteer

    Last Friday, I was fortunate enough to be able to recognize - and personally thank - many of the volunteers who make such a huge difference here in the 45th Space Wing.The highlight of the reception held at the Airman & Family Readiness Center was the presentation of the Volunteer Excellence Awards

  • Ensuring our crown jewel shines

    As the world recognized Earth Day yesterday for the 40th year, it's a perfect time to to turn our thoughts to the environment and take a moment to reflect. It's no secret to those of us living in Florida, we're blessed to be able to serve our nation in such a beautiful setting.While the winter has

  • What every Airman deserves

    I recently got the opportunity to attend a graduation at the Senior NCO Academy where Gen. Kevin Chilton, commander of Strategic Command, spoke on one of his leading philosophies of leadership. He gave credit to one of his early commanders who demonstrated this philosophy and humbly admitted that

  • Keep reading, just keep reading...

    The amazing thing about reading is that regardless of what the subject is, you often walk away with an entirely different perspective.From graphic novels to the Chief's 2010 reading list to keeping up with the daily papers, the act of reading improves how you think, how you perceive yourself and

  • Military kids: Nothing more important to us, or you

    My wife, Lisa, and I, were "military brats." We know, first hand, what life is like growing up in the military. Today, there are 1.7 million American children who have the same experience as we did. These children face different pressures than other kids, and in recognition of this fact the

  • Abigail Adams: the spouse of '76

    I recently read two excellent books, John Adams and 1776, by renowned historian and Pulitzer winning author, David McCollough.Both books chronicle the events that shaped the country's early struggle for independence. While I was already familiar with the heroics of George Washington, I was most

  • Corrective actions not found on easiest path

    As you probably know, the Department of Defense has designated April as Sexual Assault Awareness Month. Let's get to the bottom line right up front -- this is serious stuff and it will never be tolerated during our watch in the 45th Space Wing.This year's theme is "Affects one; hurts all." That's

  • Force Management: Change is on the way

    As you probably have heard by now, the Air Force will soon be making the difficult personnel decisions that will affect the lives of the Airmen with whom we serve. The bottom line is we must balance compelling and competing mission requirements, while staying within our congressionally-authorized

  • Sharpening our edge

    I was running at the Cape recently when I noticed it, the clear demarcation between seasons. Florida's uncharacteristically cold winter has passed, and summer will soon be here. That transition will give way to prudent lifestyle changes, but, I think is also gives us pause to sharpen our



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  • Patrick to celebrate AF Aid Society March 10

    All DoD ID card holders are invited to attend the birthday celebration of the 75th Anniversary Air Force Aid Society, at 1:15 p.m., March 10, 2017, at the Airman & Family Readiness Center at Patrick Air Force Base, Fla.

  • 45th SW supports SpaceX’s CRS-10 launch

    The 45th Space Wing supported SpaceX’s successful launch of a Falcon 9 Dragon spacecraft headed to the International Space Station from Space Launch Complex 39A at NASA’s Kennedy Space Center February 19 at 9:39 a.m. ET.  The U.S. Air Force has been breaking barriers since 1947 and with the

  • Happy Valentine's Day!

    Happy Valentine's Day from the 45th Space Wing. We are only 4 days from our second launch of the year!

  • Speaker brings leadership lessons to Patrick Airmen

    Lee Cockerell, speaks to Airmen about creating magic and leadership lessons during his visit to the Professional Development Center, Feb. 14, 2017, at Patrick Air Force Base, Fla. Cockerell also shared his leadership strategies and services to develop leaders and teams.

  • Adjusted gate hours for Presidents Day

    As the Presidents Day approaches, Patrick Air Force Base will change entry gate operating hours consistent with the direction for previous federal holidays.  This change maximizes the number of Defenders who can spend time with family and friends.  Patrick AFB's East and South gates will change

  • 45 SW CGOs introduced to AFTAC mission

    The Space Coast Company Grade Officer Association coordinated an exclusive tour of Air Force Technical Applications Center here with their CGO association, Jan. 13, 2017, to start off the new year.

  • 45th FSS prepares to defend Hennessy title

    Excellence in all we do isn’t just an Air Force Core Value, it’s the main ingredient in the 45th Force Support Squadron’s recipe for success in Food Service Operations.Once again, the 45th Space Wing is a top contender for the Air Force’s prestigious John L. Hennessy Award for excellence in Air

  • Patrick Airman helps save man’s life at Satellite Beach fitness center

    Staff Sgt. Stafford Hampton II, 45th Civil Engineer Squadron structural craftsman, was in the middle of his morning workout when his friend, Ted Scone, collapsed in the workout area on Jan. 26, 2017, in Satellite Beach, Fla.   “I heard some people frantically running toward him and a woman loudly

 

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