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  • New EO director takes helm

    Hanscom's new Equal Opportunity director has more than 20 years as a civil servant, many of which have been committed to fostering a workplace environment that promotes equality for all employees.Since arriving at Hanscom last month from Spangdahlem Air Base, Germany, Wendy Reyes has been impressed

  • Designate a driver this holiday season

    The holiday season is a time of year when people gather with friends, colleagues and family to enjoy time together and celebrate. Often these social events include alcohol. A driver's license mixed with a few alcoholic beverages can be dangerous. No one intends for alcohol-impaired driving accidents

  • Thanksgiving food preparation and safety tips

    The holiday season is here and the 66th Medical Squadron Public Health office would like to remind base personnel how to safely thaw, prepare and cook a holiday meal. Be mindful that improper storing and cooking may result in food-borne illness that can damper the holidays.Tips when shopping for and

  • Senior NCOs set goal to collect 300 turkeys, hams for those in need

    Hanscom senior NCOs will collect hams, turkeys and other traditional Thanksgiving meal items Nov. 24 from 8 a.m. to noon in the Commissary parking lot for junior members of the workforce in need.Distribution of the items will then be Nov. 24 from noon to five p.m., or until gone, at the same

  • Defense Department to host virtual education fair

    Registration is now open for the Defense Department's first virtual education fair, scheduled for Nov. 19.The fair is for service members and spouses. It provides the opportunity to chat online with representatives from several schools about degree and certificate programs, financial aid, tuition

  • November is Military Family Month

    The month of November is Military Family Month, a time to recognize the sacrifices and contributions made by every member of the military family.Originally established in 1993, Military Family Month was first celebrated by the Armed Services YMCA, according to the organization's website. The U.S.

  • Air Force Aid Society grant, scholarship program

    The Air Force Aid Society is now accepting applications for education grants and scholarships. A single online application opens the door to three programs, and Hanscom officials encourage all eligible to apply.The General Henry H. Arnold Education Grant, Merit Scholarships and Supplemental loan

  • Freeze the Gain begins at Hanscom

    During the holiday season, Air Force Materiel Command and Hanscom Air Force Base will promote the Freeze the Gain Challenge to help the workforce prevent and control high blood pressure.According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, one in three adults in the United States has high

  • Domestic violence: Time for Social Change

    October is Domestic Violence Awareness and Prevention Month. This year's theme, established by the National Resource Center on Domestic Violence, is: "Time for Social Change."The theme is a commitment to raise awareness, promote prevention, hold offenders accountable and advocate for policies to

  • Wingmen continue to take action

    Air Force Materiel Command's culture of respect and resiliency is still going strong, and Airmen across the command continue to prove their dedication to that culture through their actions as wingmen."In AFMC, and across the Air Force, we accomplish our mission as a dedicated team committed to our