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  • Straight Talk: Hanscom offers lots of food choices

    Hanscom has lots of places to grab a bite, from the bowling alley to the AAFES food court. There will be a new facility opening up May 1 called Duke's Bar and Grill. The menu sounds great, with burgers and chicken wings, plus some awesome salads. Read on for more information about the departure of

  • Straight Talk: Placing ads in the newspaper

    Welcome to spring in New England! I thought I was prepared for the crazy and constantly changing weather, but snow? Really? I did appreciate your calls asking if I was going to close the base, but with purple crocus poking up in my front yard and visible grass all over base, I still have hope that

  • Straight Talk: Gate safety and reducing waste

    We have had a busy week here at Hanscom with all the Base Readiness Exercise practice. Thanks to everyone for your patience and support. We will be conducting a series of hot washes next week to improve our performance processes, so if you would like to provide input, please do so. I did want to

  • Straight Talk: Preparing for the ORI

    We are heading into our first exercise practice to prepare for the upcoming Operational Readiness Inspection (ORI). I am fielding lots of questions this week from "Why do I have to bother with this?" to "What time will the clinic be closed?" ORIs are as much a part of Air Force life as fitness tests

  • Straight Talk: Actions

    Act as if what you do makes a difference. It does. - William JamesI hope you had an opportunity to participate in some of the events last week. They were truly inspiring. We kicked off the week with Heritage of Freedom and closed with the National Prayer Breakfast, the promotion of Hanscom's newest

  • Straight Talk: Spring cleaning

    Last week's pleasant weather gave me hope that spring may return after all. Of course, it promptly snowed again, reminding me that my first winter at Hanscom is sure to be in the record books for at least a few years. Lots of events are cropping up for your entertainment, so be sure to check out the

  • Straight Talk: Reserved parking

    Temperatures are above freezing and no snow is in the forecast for an entire week. Maybe that furry groundhog did know what he was talking about? I hope all of you enjoy and safe and snow-free Presidents Day weekend. As you are out and about, in the car or on foot, watch out for the black ice that

  • Straight Talk: Tennis court reservations

    Looking to get fit during these snow-covered winter months? The Fitness Center has lots of options for you. Check out the link at www.hanscomservices.com/FitnessandSportsCenter.asp or stop by and see what they have to offer. Question: I tried making a reservation for the base indoor tennis courts

  • Straight Talk: Inclement weather issues

    As I sit gazing out the window at the beautiful snowflakes drifting to the ground, I am reminded of the fact that I have never seen so much snow in my entire life. Good grief! I have been so impressed with Hanscom's approach to this winter weather. Whether it is neighbors chipping in to help each

  • Straight Talk: Snow removal

    Why is it still snowing? Winter safety is a whole new ballgame for me, and the deep freeze we had Monday was a real eye opener. This kind of weather requires special diligence on everyone's part, whether it is the pedestrian on the edge of slippery road bundled up with hat and scarf that reduces