Political activities and DoD employees

With the 2012 presidential election less than eight months away, TV newscasts and newspaper articles are filled with the latest news about the candidates running for office. While exercising the right to vote is the duty of all Americans, federal employees, both military and civilian, should

FSS outlines changes to base services

Over the next few months, changes to base services will be taking place across the Air Force due to the Global Base Support initiatives outlined last year. Officials from the 66th Force Support Squadron have developed plans to adjust to the changes and are transforming programs and services so that

Managing change through EAP

Change is inevitable. Whether it's change one chooses to make on their own or change that just happens, everyone experiences it at some point.In today's complex world, people typically expect change, however, it would be nice to have some advance warning."Often being aware of the affects that change

New golf pro no stranger to Patriot Golf Course

Jay Carey's golf journey has given him an opportunity to be around a golf course a lot over the past 20 years. Now manager of the Patriot Golf Course, the Massachusetts' south shore native and former golf standout at Nichols College will be no stranger to the course or its members."I started at the

AFMC leaders plan toward summer stand-up of new centers

Implementation details of the Air Force Materiel Command's restructure were refined when commanders and senior civilians from across AFMC gathered here for their annual Senior Leader Conference March 27 to 29, 2012.The focus of the conference was detailed planning on the command initiative to reduce

Air Force long-range radar program proceeding with revised acquisition strategy

The Air Force program to provide a new ground-based, long-range radar system is moving forward with a revised acquisition strategy. The program office recently held an industry day here to explain the changes and its latest draft request for proposal.The Three-Dimensional Expeditionary Long-Range

Photo feature: This week at Hanscom, March 28

Senate confirms AF's first female 4-star general as AFMC commander, new AFLCMC leader

The Senate confirmed March 26, 2012, the nominations of two Air Force Materiel Command senior leaders. Air Force officials announced the confirmation of Lt. Gen. Janet C. Wolfenbarger to the rank of general with assignment to the position of AFMC commander, making her the Air Force's first female

AFAF highlight: Air Force Aid Society

The Air Force Assistance Fund campaign kicked off here March 26 and will run through May 4. The campaign offers servicemembers an opportunity to lend support to fellow Airmen who are in need. AFAF benefits four charities committed to supporting Airmen and their families through difficult times. One

CHPS offers health education programs

Hanscom's Civilian Health Promotion Services (CHPS) offers base employees several opportunities to achieve a healthier lifestyle by attending their many classes and screenings.In April, during National Stress Awareness Month, CHPS will offer a six week stress management series focused on developing