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  • Wellness opportunities abound for DoD civilians at Hanscom

    Wellness, whether physical, mental or spiritual, is not only important for military members at Hanscom, but also for civilians and many opportunities exist to get in shape, learn how to eat better or find out about health and wellness. Deanne Casey, a registered nurse and Hanscom's health educator,

  • Air Force bans mood or function altering substances

    Recent changes to the Air Force Instruction governing the use of alcohol and drugs have placed mood or function altering substances, other than alcohol and tobacco, off limits to Airmen. Although many of these substances may be purchased legally in several states including Massachusetts, use of

  • Variety of opportunities available for newcomers

    Newcomers to the base who are eager to learn about the Hanscom area will have several opportunities to do so next week. The Airman and Family Readiness Center (A&FRC) will host three classes for new arrivals. The Installation Commander's Welcome and Information Fair takes place Aug. 23 from 8 a.m.

  • Hanscom prepares for new school year

    Summer is quickly coming to an end and the school year is right around the corner here at Hanscom. Students will return to classes in early September, but preparations for the 2010 and 2011 school year are already underway.School begins at 8 a.m. on Sept. 1 for students in grades one through eight.

  • PEO looks to the future

    Electronic System Center's new program executive officer for Battle Management, Col. Roger D. Thrasher, says he has a major advantage in his new role - this is his third tour at ESC."I have a strong sense and understanding of what ESC brings to the fight," he said. "What we do is vitally important

  • General calls for network utility, security balance

    It's critical to find the right balance between the security and utility of an information technology network, the Air Force's chief information officer said here Aug. 13.Speaking at a Hanscom Representatives Association luncheon, Lt. Gen. William Lord described that balancing act as one of "yin and