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  • "Our team's goal is to be innovative in our approach, while utilizing some of the well-defined organizational processes that are already in place to promote change," said Maj. Laura Robinson, 5th Space Launch Squadron. "We know there are brilliant, creative minds that are just waiting for the opportunity to share their ideas. You and I work next to them every day." (U.S. Air Force photo/Cory Long)

    Ignite Innovation - Meet your team!

    The Innovate NOW! Project Team was organized to lead our installation's effort to inspire and instill a culture of innovation. Earlier this year, Brig. Gen. Nina Armagno, the 45th Space Wing commander, assembled a team of volunteers to organize an initiative that will empower individuals at all levels (Airmen, civilians and contractors) to generate
  • Tanya Trujillo, 45th Force Support Squadron family care coordinator, poses in front of the Child Development Center at Patrick Air Force Base, Fla. Dec. 13, 2013. “Being the family care coordinator is an incredibly rewarding experience,” said Trujillo. “You get to build a relationship with the children and see them grow and succeed.”

    Family Care Provider - A ticket your own business

    Child care can be one of the greatest challenges for military families moving from place to place every few years. Although the base provides child care services through the Youth Center and the Child Development Center, some may require special care and during busy seasons the facilities can be overfilled. The Family Care Coordinator program

  • CHILD ABUSE PREVENTION MONTH and MONTH OF THE MILITARY CHILD

    April is a time to think of bright sunny days, flowers springing to life, and summer time fun right around the corner. It is also the time to stop and think about how we can help someone in our community. April is National Child Abuse Prevention Month and the Month of the Military Child. As the president stated recently in his National Child Abuse

  • Pet Obesity: It’s more serious than you may think

    Did you know ... approximately 50% of U.S. dogs are overweight or obese?Do you have a round pup? The health risks of obesity are real. It contributes to many medical conditions such as diabetes, arthritis, heart and lung disease, high blood pressure, compromised immune function and can even predispose to certain types of cancer. It has been well
  • Senior Airman Alicia Rivera (left) and Senior Airman Alayna Reese (right), 45th Comptroller Squadron, visit Airman’s Attic. Airman’s Attic is open Monday through Friday from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. (U.S. Air Force photo/ Matthew Jurgens)

    Family Services: Airman’s Attic and much more

    With all the stresses of military life, including moves every few years, a little help can go a long way.Family Services is dedicated to helping those who serve the Department of Defense. Programs offered:· Airman's Attic -- household items such as kitchen wares, living room, bedroom, yard and other equipment to Airmen who are E-5 and below· Swap
  • The 45th Civil Engineer Squadron celebrates its outstanding achievements with Col. Patrick Donley, commander, 45th Mission Support Group, and Brig. Gen. Anthony Cotton, 45th Space Wing, commander.

    45th Civil Engineer Squadron cleans house for awards given by AFSPC

    It is the Wing's distinct pleasure to congratulate the winners of the 2012 Air Force Space Command Civil Engineer annual awards competition. These units, flights and individuals displayed outstanding commitment, dedication, pride and professionalism."Every day you make me extremely proud by what you accomplish across this Wing," said Lt. Col. Susan
  • Edythe Sweeney served in the Women's Army Corps as a cryptographer. She lived in Australia during the war and had done some amazing things while she served in the war, including being involved with the Navajo code talkers who encrypted messages to keep the Japanese from obtaining intelligence. She said she was grateful of her time in service and would not have chosen an alternative route for her life. (Photo by Army Sgt. 1st Class Jennifer Menger)

    45th Space Wing Officer honored to be part of Honor Flight

    Every year, the Space Coast Honor Flight Program sends hundreds of World War II veterans to see their memorials and other monuments in Washington D.C. free of charge. According to Honor Flight officals, there are approximately 9,600 veterans who live in Brevard County alone. My first experience with Honor Flight last Saturday morning rattled my

  • Tie a purple ribbon

    October is domestic violence awareness month. Family Advocacy is promoting "Tie a Purple Ribbon" campaign to support Domestic Violence Awareness month. We encourage everyone to display a purple ribbon somewhere on their vehicle. Domestic Violence is a cycle of behavior used to gain control, power, and intimidation over a spouse or intimate partner.
  • In 2010, U.S. fire departments responded to 369,500 home structure fires. These fires caused 13,350 civilian injuries, 2,640 civilian deaths, and $6.9 billion in direct damage.

    Patrick Fire Department Urges Residents to “Have Two Ways Out!”

    If you woke up to a fire in your home, how much time do you think you would have to get to safety? According to the nonprofit National Fire Protection Association (NFPA), one-third of Americans households who made and estimate they thought they would have at least 6 minutes before a fire in their home would become life threatening. Unfortunately,
  • Patrick Air Force Base motorcycle riders take the motorcycle safety course in the commissary parking lot. The course is required for military members who operate a motorcycle on the base.

    Motorcycle Safety

    Safety, to some is just a word, to others it means staying alive. How about motorcycle safety? What things can you do to keep yourself alive? I mean hey, if not for yourself, how about for your family, friends, loved ones? You don't want to leave them behind, left to mourn their loved one. A widow, children left without a father or mother. Do you
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