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COMMANDER’S CORNER: LEADING THROUGH DISASTERS - PAGE 2 Peterson Air Force Base, Colorado

Thursday, January 12, 2017

Vol. 61 No. 2

Wind causes building, vehicle damage Senior Airman Rose Gudex 21st Space Wing Public Affairs

PETERSON AIR FORCE BASE, Colo. — Communities across the Front Range of Colorado, including Peterson Air Force Base and Cheyenne Mountain Air Force Station, experienced unusually fierce and damaging winds Jan. 9. The wind damaged the roofs across base, particularly two hangars near the Peterson flightline, which caused officials to restrict movement in the area to keep the personnel safe. The air traffic controllers in the Federal Aviation Administration tower had a clear birds-eye view of the hangar roof and said they saw the whole thing unfold in front of them. “The whole roof come up as one piece about 10 to 15 feet in the air and we thought it was going to land in the parking lot, and it all of a sudden dropped right on the edge of the building,” said John Robertson, FAA air traffic controller. “I’ve seen this other places, but it was because of a hurricane.” The wind hit the building in what Lt. Col. Chad Gemeinhardt, 21st Civil Engineer Squadron commander, called a “tin-can approach.” He said when the wind hit the building, it went up the side and lifted the roof right off the structure. Peterson Fire and Emergency Services responded to the hangar because the damage extended to the fire suppression system and caused damage to the natural gas lines. Gemeinhardt said the gas lines were shut off at the main and then individually inspected. For now, See Damage page 10

U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Rose Gudex

PETERSON AIR FORCE BASE, Colo. – The entire roof of a hangar next to the flightline lifted off the structure and blew over the rest of the building during a wind storm Jan. 9, 2017. Damage to the natural gas lines caused officials to restrict movement in the area to keep the personnel safe.

Pregnancy saves Airman’s life By Senior Airman Rose Gudex 21st Space Wing Public Affairs

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PETERSON AIR FORCE BASE, Colo. – Staff Sgt. Jacquelyn Combs, 21st Force Support Squadron NCO in charge of customer support at the Military Personnel Section, jokes with a coworker at the Military Personnel Section on Peterson Air Force Base, Colo., Nov. 14, 2016. Combs was diagnosed with Crohn’s disease while at her first base and diagnosed with cancer at her second base, but didn’t let either of them stop her from doing her best.

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PETERSON AIR FORCE BASE, Colo. — Rare disease? Check. Cancer? Check. Excuses? Nope. Staff Sgt. Jacquelyn Combs, 21st Force Support Squadron NCO in charge of customer support at the Military Personnel Section here, had more than her share of adversity to battle within her almost decade in the Air Force, but she comes back stronger every time she gets knocked down. While stationed at MacDill Air Force Base, Florida, Combs was diagnosed with Crohn’s disease at the age of 21. She said it was an unexpected, painful experience. “I thought that my appendix had burst, so I drove myself to the hospital and thought I was going to get into a car wreck,” she said. “I had to stop and squeeze the steering wheel so I wouldn’t drive off the side of the road.” The pain doesn’t really go away and

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feels like being in labor, Combs said. The uncommon disease is becoming more prevalent and can be regulated with medication, but is also based on a specific diet, depending on the individual. Combs said her body doesn’t function well on healthy food and does better with less healthy options. “So pizza is really my best friend,” she said. “If I were to eat apples, the acidity and what it does to my body as opposed to someone else’s body is very different.” Not long after being diagnosed, Combs deployed to a two-person military personnel flight. The combination of medication and learning to control her diet allowed her to get her Crohn’s under control. She said it’s extremely important to know which food items cause flares and which ones help. For example, whenever Combs has a flare, the first food she goes to is potatoes because they help her body regain its balance. “It can be a difficult thing to live See Pregnancy page 6

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C ommander’s C orner 21 st S pace Wing

Leading through disasters

PETERSON AIR FORCE BASE, Colo. — In the past 18 months, I have definitely had a few more experiences and challenges than most at leading large teams through difficult events. These include aircraft crash and recovery operations, environmental issues in the local area, sensitive projects in austere locations, natural disaster recovery and weather events. There remains only one constant. Challenges will happen to us all. I’ve learned a few things through these events and we must be prepared to lead through them. No matter how much you study leadership in books, professional military education or observe others, there is no comparison to practice. As commanders, we must give our junior members the opportunity to test their skills. They must be empowered to make decisions and, most importantly, make mistakes. Those practical lessons are instrumental in their professional development as young officers and NCOs. We don’t want junior members making their first decisions in a deployed environment or not capable of making decisions at all. These small tests not only allow members to work as groups toward a common goal, but also provide insight into their personal emotions. Passion can be a tremendous strength, but unchecked it can cloud decisions and take away from sound logical arguments.

Lt. Col. Chad Gemeinhardt 21st Civil Engineer Squadron commander Finally, experiences matter in both frequency, variety and complexity. Leading a group of peers is no easy task. The small practice events create the building blocks for larger events. When a challenge presents itself, there are a few recommendations that I hope every person will keep in mind.

Be patient

Almost always, the first reports are not 100 percent accurate. If acted on too quickly, an organization may not have the full picture, and posture incorrectly to respond. Instead, begin to process the initial information and reports, and take action only after data has been received and confirmed.

Remember the basics

We all have extensive training in processes and systems, but that cannot replace the basic blocking and tackling of decision making. Simple processes and basic tools can be just

as effective in analyzing the situation, defining the problem and determining course of action. New, sophisticated technology and tools aren’t always more beneficial than basic checklists, dry erase boards, grease pencils and maps. An organization can quickly overthink decisions with too much data and risk delays by waiting for 95 percent of the information necessary.

Prioritize

Lastly, remember to prioritize. Leadership at various levels comes down to simple prioritization of resources and effort. Most of us don’t have the luxury of having unlimited resources, therefore we must learn to prioritize. Our teams and subordinates expect us to provide that guidance. Without it, the recovery and response may be jeopardized. After every event, it’s extremely important to perform an after-action assessment in your organization to solve any problems that may have occurred and determine ways to improve. I would argue that every leader should also perform a self-assessment of his or her own actions. The moment these challenges arrive can be as much a test of your leadership skills as it is a test of your team’s ability to respond. My mentors have always divulged a little wisdom that I continue to find universal merit in. They are humility, seek advice and trust your gut. Humble leaders recognize

they do not have all the answers and bring teams together to solve problems. This rolls into seeking advice, which isn’t to be confused with delegating responsibility. Advice is helpful in understanding additional viewpoints in the most complicated situations. As commanders, we regularly seek advice from peers, senior enlisted and other wing agencies. Finally, there is no substitute for trusting your gut. Unfortunately, 100 percent of the data necessary to make a decision is very rare. In my experience, less than 70 percent is much more common. As leaders, we must act and take risks. Your experience and instincts are honed over time and inform you of the correct path forward. Don’t forget to listen. Our internal bias and previous experiences can lock us into preselected courses of action that may not be the most effective or efficient solution. We must be aware of these biases, prevent the desire to rush to a specific solution, and remember that not allowing the process to happen shortchanges those junior members watching your actions. I hope this information can be helpful when the next event occurs. We are all better if we share lessons learned. Success and failure, regardless of the event, requires a team effort. I’m proud to be part of the number one space wing team in Air Force Space Command. Go Knights!

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REDSTONE ARSENAL, Ala. — Gen. Daniel B. Allyn, Army vice chief of staff, passes a guidon to Army Lt. Gen. James H. Dickinson during a change of command ceremony conducted in the Von Braun III auditorium on Redstone Arsenal, Alabama, Jan. 5, 2016. Dicksinson assumed command of the Army Space and Missile Defense Command/Army Forces Strategic Command and the Joint Functional Component Command for Integrated Missile Defense. By Jason B. Cutshaw USASMDC/ARSTRAT Public Affairs

REDSTONE ARSENAL, Ala. — Lt. Gen. James H. Dickinson assumed command of the Army Space and Missile Defense Command/ Army Forces Strategic Command and the Joint Functional Component Command for Integrated Missile Defense from Lt. Gen. David L. Mann during a change of command ceremony

conducted in the Von Braun III auditorium at Redstone Arsenal, Alabama, Jan. 5. During the ceremony, Gen. Daniel B. Allyn, Army vice chief of staff, accepted the USASMDC/ ARSTRAT colors from Mann and passed them to Dickinson. Following the ceremony, he took a moment to thank Mann for all he has done for the Army and the command. “The reason that Dave has been able to make such an impact, whether as a lieutenant in

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THULE AIR BASE, Greenland — The northernmost children in the world have a unique bond with the United States Air Force. Every year Operation Julemand, or Operation “Christmas Man,” send gifts to the Greenlandic villages of Qaanaaq, Qeqertat, Savisivik and Siorapaluk for the children who live at the top of the world. Since 1959, the members of Thule Air Base, Greenland, have nurtured a special relationship with their nearest neighbors about 159 kilometers up the coast. With no other travel connections to the outside world, each year Air Greenland donates multiple helicopter cargo runs to deliver gifts to these isolated villages, from people from four nations and who work at Thule Air Base. Village families gather near the glacier in the Qaanaaq community center to celebrate the international relationship with songs around the Christmas tree, hugs, laughter and gifts. The gifts in 2016 totaled more than $42,000 in private contributions of goods, funds and services. “This trip is a highlight of our Airmen every year,” said Col. Chris Eagan, the 821st Air Base Group commander at Thule Air Base. “Members of the Operation Julemand committee eagerly vote to see who gets the coveted last open seat on the helicopter for a chance to be Santa Claus, or the Julemand, at the celebration,” said Chaplain (Capt.) Michael Farar, the installation chaplain at Thule Air Base. Air Force members, service members and civilians alike, plan to continue the 67 year-old relationship and tradition for many years into the future.

(Top) QAANAAQ, Greenland – Children play around a holiday tree during Operation Julemond in the local community of Qaaanaaq, Greenland, Dec. 22, 2016. Every year during Operation Julemond, gifts are sent to the Greenlandic villages of Qaanaaq, Qeqertat, Savisivik and Siorapaluk for the children who live at the top of the world. (Left) QAANAAQ, Greenland – Col. Chris Eagan, 821st Air Base Group commander at Thule Air Base, Greenland, holds the child of a community member during Operation Julemond held in the local community Dec. 22, 2016. Since 1959, the members of Thule have nurtured a special relationship with their nearest neighbors about 159 kilometers up the coast from the base. (U.S. Air Force photos by Tech. Sgt. Shawn Joseph)

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From black knight to space knight By Steve Kotecki 21st Space Wing Public Affairs

CLEAR AIR FORCE STATION, Alaska — In early 2002, 1st Lt. Marvin Mays was working as the black knight at a Medieval Times. While he loved it, his wife was pregnant and he needed something more stable than swinging swords and riding horses. He chose the Air Force because, as he said, his wife took one look at base housing in a recruiting brochure and said that’s where she wanted to raise her children. After finishing basic military training, he was assigned to be an F-16 avionics technician while stationed at Osan Air Base, Korea. In Korea he was asked to play for the base rugby team. He played against other teams in the area, including local Korean teams, and he loved it. “I was drawn to rugby because it was tough, but it also requires you to focus and use your mind,” said Mays, “It’s not just running around slamming guys.” After leaving Korea he was sent to Hill Air Force Base, Utah. At Hill, he had the opportunity to play semi-pro football for the Bear River Valley Rockets of the Rocky Mountain Football League. He ended up playing there for two years as a wide receiver and running back. Mays enjoyed it because that was the closest he could get to playing professional football while still being able to serve in the Air Force. In 2009 he went to Lackland AFB where he became a military training instructor and earned his master military training instructor blue rope, all while playing on the Air Force Rugby team. ”Being an MTI had such an impact on me because it forced me to be a better NCO and leader,” said Mays. “BMT doesn’t just make civilians into Airmen, it also makes NCOs into much better NCOs and leaders.” While he was busy being a top MTI, Mays also had an impressive record with the USAF Rugby team. He played on all three All Armed Forces Championship winning teams in 2009 — 2011. He was able to fly to Australia and play against the Royal Australian Air Force Rugby team and win twice, as well as playing against the Royal New Zealand Air Force Rugby team. If you’re sensing a pattern here, there is one. Mays has always done things that pushed his limits, either physically

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CLEAR AIR FORCE STATION, Alaska - First Lt. Marvin Mays, flight commander of operations at the 13th Space Warning Squadron at Clear Air Force Station, Alaska, stands on the drill pad next to his flight immediately after being awarded his Master Military Training Instructor blue rope as a staff sergeant in May 2011 at Lackland Air Force Base, Texas. The blue rope is awarded to MTIs in the top 10 percent of MTI classes and is an honor and distinction Mays is proud of. or mentally. “I don’t always set out to do things that require strength or toughness,” Mays said, “It just seems like people ask me and I don’t say no, but I do like to push myself and see where the limit is.” To further test his limits, he was selected to go to officer candidate school after his tour as an MTI. He commissioned in 2013 and was stationed as a flight commander of operations with the 13th Space Warning Squadron at Clear Air Force Station, Alaska. “I don’t think I could have earned my commission without

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The Peterson Ultimate Frisbee Club plays games regularly, usually twice a week during lunch, and is always looking for more participants. In addition to the fun, Ultimate is an excellent cardio workout. Games easily integrate all skill and fitness levels, so come check it out. For details, contact Tom Eklund at 556-3726 or thomas.eklund.ctr@us.af.mil.

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Pregnancy From page 1 with,” she said. “It’s a chronic illness for a reason. I may have a smile on my face, but the majority of the time my body is in pain.” After becoming more comfortable with how her body reacted to the rare disease, Combs and her family moved to Peterson AFB, Colorado, in 2014. Part way through the year, she started rapidly losing a lot of weight and noticed her hair falling out. Soon, every time she leaned over at work it caused pain and she felt a poking sensation under her ribcage. At first the just thought it was stress. “I would joke about it because I thought it was a baby arm,” Combs said. “It felt like a baby arm when you’re pregnant. It wasn’t. It was tumors.” She got increasingly more exhausted and eventually stopped eating because it caused extreme pain. She discussed her symptoms with her father and was convinced to see a doctor. She said everything progressed quickly after an X-ray revealed a mass, and then a biopsy revealed what the doctors called Desmoid Fibromatosis Tumors. She had four tumors about the size of softballs that would jump sporadically throughout her body. Combs said that caused her organs and body to begin shutting down. That specific type of tumor only effects four out of every 1 million people, so Combs became a study case. Doctors in Denver conducted tests and research because it’s so uncommon. When it came time to remove the tumors, the doctor had only operated on one other person with the same condition. “I was actually really excited about going into surgery because then all my pain would stop once they removed the tumors,” Combs said. With everything going on, she remained positive and made jokes about her condition. At the time, Combs had two children and said the thought of not being there for them was scary, but being

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negative “only makes it worse quicker.” Of the four tumors she had, only two were removed. After the surgery, Combs expected to be treated with chemotherapy and radiation, however something changed. Two weeks later she went in for an appointment and doctors told her she was pregnant, which meant her treatment wasn’t an option. What Combs called a miracle determined the treatment wouldn’t be necessary anymore. “Once I got pregnant, all my symptoms stopped,” she said. “All my organs were shutting down, my hair was falling out, but once I got pregnant with her, everything stopped. …It was my miracle child.” Symptoms of cancer went away and she began to feel better. Combs said she began going to prenatal appointments while she still had a drainage tube and a bag sticking out of side from the surgery. Her baby was born in November 2015 and life couldn’t be better for the happy family of five. Family and leadership both helped her battle through the cards life dealt Combs, who said her job is to not only be an Airman, but the best mom and wife she can be. At her lowest lows, they helped her focus on the next step and keep her eye on the end goal. Today Combs has some “pretty awesome scars” and follows up with her doctors every six months to keep an eye on the two tumors that weren’t removed. “When I say I have Crohn’s disease or I had this soft-tissue cancer, people look at (me) differently,” she said. “It’s not that I’m sick. It’s just that my body is different, so I have things that I have to do to take care of it, but that doesn’t mean I can’t do my job.” Combs said anyone going through a stressful situation should focus on something they wholeheartedly believe in to make the challenge easier. The positivity and optimism she exudes sets an example of service before self to everyone around her.

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Road to resiliency tracks through stories of life

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THULE AIR BASE, Greenland – Fred Brooks, 21st Civil Engineer Squadron installation management chief, looks over the terrain at Thule Air Base, Greenland. Brooks gathered stories of his life and published them in a book, detailing hardship and resiliency, to encourage others. By Dave Smith 21st Space Wing Public Affairs staff writer

PETERSON AIR FORCE BASE, Colo. — Tires screeched trying to find traction on the road known as “Dead Man’s Curve.” Next, the violent sound of metal impacting metal as the great bulk of a 1973 Plymouth Fury assailed the guard rail meant to keep it on the roadway. Within seconds the sound of steel collapsing and glass breaking gave way to eerie silence as the vehicle completed its roll and sat motionless upon its roof. The driver and passenger climbed out of the wreckage and, joined by a group of witnesses, turned over the hulking remains of a car only to find the driver’s three-year-old son crushed underneath. The driver and his family would never be the same. Death, tragedy, broken home, broken family, a young man finding his way and a dose of military service tossed in for good measure. Unfortunately it’s not the plot for a Hollywood blockbuster, rather it is the true story from the life of Fred Brooks, 21st Civil Engineer Squadron installation management chief. Beginning with the horrific death of his twin brother, Brooks’ life has been full of challenges and victories. Over the years he said many of those stories were shared with others who regularly encouraged him to put them in a book. Brooks finally took heed of the requests and gathered many of his life stories into a book, “Extraordinary Stories from an Ordinary Man.” The collection of stories tell a tale of resilience and overcoming situations of life that are not typically sought. Along with the catastrophic are recollections of fortunate opportunities and positive role models who helped shape his life. But filling in the blanks and reliving events from the past was an emotional journey. “I had to extract stories from people who did not want to share,” Brooks said. “These were stories that were not

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PETERSON AIR FORCE BASE, Colo. – Fred Brooks, now the 21st Civil Engineer Squadron installation management chief, poses for a photo with his mother Barb and step-father Earl during his Air Force commissioning. told until I asked about them. I learned a lot that no one else knew.” Within the book, Brooks openly tells of the good and the bad. Starting with his brother’s death he shares of how his father never forgave himself and eventually left the family, broke his back and lost his home. Growing up in a single parent household, moving to different places and states, and even burning down one of his homes after playing with matches didn’t cause Brooks to give up and let circumstances determine his end. He relied on two things to rise above the challenges, he said: his champions and his faith. “You have to have those champions who believe in you and encourage you,” Brooks said. “And your faith keeps you going when all else will break you. Faith is your common denominator.” His father returned for a brief period when Brooks was in

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high school. The two grew closer in those days and learned more about each other to Brook’s joy. But some months later, after returning to Pennsylvania, his father went into the woods and took his own life. Another curve ball thrown by life. Brooks said he was fortunate to have mentors like his uncle and step father, along with military leaders and teachers along the way to give him direction and examples of how to succeed in life. He went into the U.S. Navy after high school and, subsequently attended the University of South Dakota after that. He joined the Air National Guard while in college. Brooks credits the military with helping build resiliency. “My military experience has definitely catapulted me out of my comfort zone and (provided) me with vast responsibilities I would have otherwise shied away from,” he said. “A couple cases in point which come to mind are leading a 120 member engineer flight in Kirkuk, Iraq as a young Captain and leading an emergency bridge inspection team for the Sept. 2013 flood in Boulder, Colorado where I was the lead engineer to certify 60 bridges safe for public use within a short, one week timeframe.” The book mirrors life in the way that it tells of how those early difficulties, and later ones like a divorce, eventually resulted in victories. The story of his life is not a dark one, he said. It is a matter of perspective and he finds value in knowing that he made it through those hard times. Brooks may have started writing down these events in what he calls an effort of “haphazard journaling,” but it turned into an intentional endeavor over two years to capture the events for his daughter, and to offer encouragement to others. “After living out experiences like these, I have learned that sometimes we are exactly the right person for those exact moments in time,” said Brooks. “And that is reassurance for all the unexpected life circumstances we face.” “Extraordinary Stories from an Ordinary Man” is available at online booksellers.

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REDSTONE ARSENAL, Ala. — Henry “Hank” J. Dickinson and Deborah R. Weisner place three stars on the uniform of their newly promoted father, Lt. Gen. James H. Dickinson, during a ceremony at the U.S. Army Space and Missile Defense Command/Army Forces Strategic Command headquarters at Redstone Arsenal, Alabama, Jan. 5. Dickinson assumed command of SMDC and the Joint Functional Component Command for Integrated Missile Defense following his promotion will lead SMDC/ARSTRAT with singular distinction. We wish you the very best of luck as you navigate through the challenges and capitalize on the abundant opportunities ahead.” As the event continued, Air Force Gen. John E. Hyten, U.S. Strategic Command commander, presided over part of the ceremony where Dickinson assumed command of Joint Functional Component Command

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ballistic missile attacks. Hyten thanked Mann for his service to the nation and those who serve at SMDC. “For the past three and a half years, Lt. Gen. Dave Mann has guided these dedicated service members and civilians with a steady hand,” Hyten said. “In your time here at SMDC/ARSTRAT and JFCC IMD, your exceptional leadership has made a tremendous impact on this organization. “To the strategic warriors of SMDC/ ARSTRAT, congratulations and well done,” he added. “I cannot underscore the importance of JFCC-IMD in supporting our nation’s security.” SMDC serves as the Army Service Component Command to USSTRATCOM. ARSTRAT conducts space and missile defense operations and provides planning, integration, control and coordination of Army forces and capabilities in support of USSTRATCOM missions of strategic deterrence, integrated missile defense, space operations and cyberspace operations. Hyten congratulated Dickinson and said he looks forward to serving with him. “He is imminently qualified to take command of this prestigious organization,” Hyten said. “Jim, I know you are going to bring the same visionary leadership and innovative solutions to this command that you brought to all your previous assignments. I very much look forward to working with you and the stellar professionals at both JFCC IMD and SMDC/ARSTRAT.” In a separate ceremony before the change of command, Allyn promoted Dickinson from major general to lieutenant general. During the change of command, Dickinson thanked everyone for their kind words and said he and his wife, Angie, look forward to working with the Soldiers, civilians and family members of the SMDC community.

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saw wind gusts up to 102 mph, Gemeinhardt said. They sustained minor structural damage to outside buildings and initially reported damage to at least 40 vehicles there. Moving forward, the plan is to submit photos and a list of all the damage with estimates by building. It’s the same process the 21st CES is still going through with the damage caused by the July 2016 hail storm. He said many of the roofs were already scheduled for repairs as part of the hail damage, so those requirements will be rolled over and any new damage repair required will be added to the request. “We will execute projects through this year and next to basically rebuild these roofs,” he said. As far as mission impact, Gemeinhardt said the Colorado Springs Airport is flying limited flights. He cannot say how much the 302nd AW mission was impacted, but the damaged hangar was made safe and will be another building needing repair. The 21st Space Wing’s global surveillance and missile warning missions; and CMAFS’ air defense, space surveillance, and missile warning missions inside the mountain were all unaffected. Until the wind dies down entirely, Gemeinhardt said they can’t get a full assessment of damages and repairs needed. In the meantime, communication channels will remain open to take any more calls about wind damage.

PETERSON AIR FORCE BASE, Colo. — The entire roof of a hangar next to the flightline lifted off the structure and blew over the rest of the building and parking lot during a wind storm Jan. 9, 2017 at Peterson Air Force Base, Colo. The air traffic controllers in the Federal Aviation Administration tower nearby had a clear birds-eye view of the hangar roof and saw the whole thing unfold in front of them.

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PETERSON AIR FORCE BASE, Colo. — Parts to the roof of an aircraft hangar along the flightline and other debris litter the ground at Peterson Air Force Base, Colorado. A wind storm tore through the Front Range on Jan. 9, 2017 and wracked havoc on buildings, vehicles and trees.

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WASHINGTON (AFNS) — The Air Force announced new policies on dress and appearance with regard to tattoos, as well as changes to service medical accession policy Jan. 9. These changes result from a review of Air Force accessions policies directed by Air Force Secretary Deborah Lee James in 2016. “As part of our effort to attract and retain as many qualified Airmen as possible we periodically review our accessions policies,” she said. “In this instance, we identified specific changes we can make to allow more members of our nation to serve without compromising quality. As a next step in this evolution, we are opening the aperture on certain medical accession criteria and tattoos while taking into account our needs for worldwide deployability and our commitment to the profession of arms.” Authorized tattoos on the chest, back, arms and legs will no longer be restricted by the “25 percent” rule, while tattoos, brands or body markings on the head, neck, face, tongue, lips and/or scalp remain prohibited. Hand tattoos will be limited to one single-band ring tattoo, on one finger, on one hand. The hand tattoo change ensures the ability to present a more formal military image when required at certain events and/or with dress uniforms. Current Airmen with existing hand tattoos that were authorized under the previous policy will be grandfathered in under the old policy standards. A recent review of Air Force field recruiters revealed almost half of contacts, applicants and recruits had tattoos. Of these, one of every five were found to have tattoos requiring review or that may be considered disqualifying; the top disqualifier was the 25 percent rule on “excessive” tattoos. The new policy lifts the 25 percent restriction on authorized tattoos to the chest, back, arms and legs, opening up this population for recruitment into the Air Force. Tattoos, brands and body markings anywhere on the body that are obscene, commonly associated with gangs, extremist and/or supremacist organizations, or that advocate sexual, racial, ethnic or religious discrimination remain prohibited

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Top 10 moments of 2016 #1 Space Mission Force PETERSON AIR FORCE BASE, Colo. — Airmen from the 4th Space Control Squadron disembark a C-5 Galaxy to greet their families at Peterson Air Force Base, Colo., Aug. 13, 2016. Spacecrews from the 21st Space Wing will be part of the Space Mission Task Force where Airmen perform operations from in garrison.

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#2 July hailstorm response PETERSON AIR FORCE BASE, Colo. — Airmen assigned to the 21st Civil Engineer Squadron board broken windows at Peterson Air Force Base, Colo., Aug. 1, 2016. Peterson AFB was hit by a storm carrying hail the size of baseballs.

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CHEYENNE MOUNTAIN AIR FORCE STATION, Colo. — Colorado Gov. John Hickenlooper, Gen. John Hyten, Air Force Space Command commander, and Colorado Sen. Cory Gardner unveil the 50th Anniversary Rededication Ceremony plaque commemorating 50 years of Cheyenne Mountain Air Force Station, Colo., April 15, 2016. Cheyenne Mountain AFS is owned by the 21st Space Wing at Peterson Air Force Base, and operated by the 721st Mission Support Group.

#4 NORAD/USNORTHCOM Change of Command (DoD Photo by N-NC Public Affairs/Released)

PETERSON AIR FORCE BASE, Colo. — U.S. Air Force Gen. Lori J. Robinson provides remarks during the North American Aerospace Defense Command and U.S. Northern Command Change of Command ceremony, May 13, 2016 on Peterson Air Force Base, Colo. U.S. Air Force Gen. Lori J. Robinson was appointed by the President of the United States and the Prime Minister of Canada and confirmed by the U.S. Senate to assume command from U.S. Navy Adm. Bill Gortney.

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SECURITY-WIDEFIELD, Colo. — Joint service crews from several area military bases load Thunderbird 6 on a trailer for transport to Peterson Air Force Base, Colo., June 7, 2016. The aircraft crashed here June 2.

#6 First operational F-35 visit

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PETERSON AIR FORCE BASE, Colo. — Air Force Chief of Staff Gen. David L. Goldfein passes the Air Force Space Command guidon to Gen. John Raymond Oct. 25, 2016 at Peterson Air Force Base, Colo. Gen. Raymond was previously the Deputy Chief of Staff for Operations, Headquarters Air Force.

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PETERSON AIR FORCE BASE, Colo. — Avionic technicians and crew chiefs perform a post-operation servicing to an F-35A Lightning II assigned to the 58th Fighter Squadron at Eglin Air Force Base, Fla., while on the flightline at Peterson AFB, Colo., Sept. 30, 2016. Four F-35s landed at Peterson AFB to execute a flyover during the U.S. Air Force Academy versus the U.S. Naval Academy football game at USAFA.

#7 18th Space Control Squadron stand up (US Air Force photo by Rob Bussard)

PETERSON AIR FORCE BASE, Colo. — Col. Doug Schiess, 21st Space Wing commander, and Mark Correll, Deputy Assistant Secretary of the Air Force for Environment, Safety and Infrastructure, answer questions from the local media at Fire Station One during a media roundtable at Peterson Air Force Base, Colo., Nov. 2, 2016. Correll and his team were visiting Peterson AFB to discuss the perfluorinated compounds contamination issue in the Fountain, Security, and Widefield communities’ water aquifer.

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(U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Robert J. Volio)

VANDENBERG AIR FORCE BASE, Calif. — Col. Troy Endicott, 21st Operations Group commander at Peterson Air Force Base, Colo., assigns command of the 18th Space Control Squadron to Lt. Col. Scott Putnam during an assumption of command ceremony July 22, 2016, at Vandenberg Air Force Base, California. The18th SPCS is the 21st Space Wing’s newest space surveillance unit.

(U.S. Air Force photo by Craig Denton)

PETERSON AIR FORCE BASE, Colo. — Gen. David L. Goldfein, Chief of Staff of the Air Force, speaks during the Air Force Space Command change of command ceremony at Peterson Air Force Base, Colo., Oct. 25, 2016. This was one of three times Goldfein visited Peterson in 2016.

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BLACK FOREST, Colo. – Air Force children from across the nation took part in a Winter Resiliency Camp at La Foret Conference and Retreat Center in Black Forest, Colorado, Nov. 19 to Nov. 23, 2016. The five-day camp was hosted by the 21st Force Support Squadron at Peterson Air Force Base, Colo., and was filled with non-stop outdoor activities and eye-opening discussions.

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PETERSON AIR FORCE BASE, Colo. — Imagine being 13 and having to move schools in the middle of the year. Imagine having to say goodbye to your mom or dad for up to a year while they travel to a war-torn land and not seeing them ecstatically waving to you in the crowd during eighth grade graduation. Imagine eating lunch alone in the bathroom stall after you transferred to a new school because nobody wants to eat lunch with the new kid. Being a child of military parents carries certain challenges, challenges that without consideration or acknowledgment can take a toll on a growing child during pivotal years. Recognizing and responding to this issue, the 21st Force Support Squadron took action and began a Winter Resiliency Camp for all Air Force children nation-wide from Nov. 19 to 23, 2016. Twenty-four middle-schoolers came to-

gether to reflect on personal resiliency and grow together through physical and mental problem solving. Spanning coast to coast, children arrived at the R.P. Lee Youth center at Peterson Air Force Base, Colo., early in the morning not knowing the impact the next five days would hold, said Dan Dillabaugh, 21st Force Support Squadron youth director. Dillabaugh said the children were vetted through an application process where multiple essays on personal resiliency were required. From 60 applicants, only 24 were awarded with a spot in the camp. After arriving, the campers were treated to pizza and games while all participants made their way on base. Staffers started to realize the power this camp’s influence possessed as they watched the initial interactions between the campers during their arrival. “It was one of the coolest things I have ever seen,” said Dillabaugh. “These kids were instantly bonding. Usually you’ll have kids who are very stand-offish, even adults have that tendency, but when someone new walked in the doors, the campers immediately introduced themselves and began bonding.”

The first day was reserved for arrivals since a wide array of participants were flying and driving in from all over the country, Dillabaugh said. Once all the participants were present, the staffers loaded vans with duffel bags and suitcases and drove the campers to the La Foret Conference and Retreat Center in Black Forest, Colorado. With help from both Peterson AFB and U.S. Air Force Academy’s Outdoor Recreation programs and Schreiver AFB’s Military Family Readiness and Military and Family Life Counseling, the week was filled with non-stop outdoor activities and eyeopening discussions. The next few days included events centered around teamwork and leadership with significant moments that revealed the true resilient nature of all the participants. Dillabaugh said that along with an active day of rope course challenges and outdoor team-based ice-breakers, the camp targeted a Colorado-specific activity to really drove home the message of resiliency. “Our ski and snowboarding event on Tuesday was our main event,” Dillabaugh said. “We emphasized the resiliency aspect

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PETERSON AIR FORCE BASE, Colo. — Meeting visitor demand for tours of the Peterson Air & Space Museum requires a ready team of volunteers. Museum staff is looking to bolster its group of tour guides, or docents, by recruiting more volunteers to help share Air Force and Peterson Air Force Base history. Roughly 20,000 military and civilian visitors make their way to the museum, one of 11 field museums showcasing a specific aspect of the AF, annually. That amounts to the capacity of Madison Square Garden making the trip through the museum complex every year. There are 28 docents now accounting for three or four on duty each day the facility is in operation, but Gail Whalen, Peterson Air & Space Museum director, wants to bump that number up significantly. “We need to have five or six docents a day to take care of things,” she said. “We want to increase the number up to about 40 docents.” Whalen said increasing the number of volunteer docents facilitates a greater availability for the public and allows the museum to do its part in fulfilling the mission of the 21st Space Wing and the AF. Docents lead individuals, families, school and other tour groups through the complex, telling the recorded history of the base and its role in the nation’s military history, said Jeff Nash, Peterson Air & Space Museum assistant director. They lead, teach and inform. The job is an active one, Whalen said, calling for docents to walk around the airpark while leading tours. “They need to be able to physically navigate the museum complex,” said Whalen. “We want to bring more students in over the next couple of years, so they need to interact with kids and adults.” Docents receive training before leading tours on their own. After attending three Saturday classes they launch into the visitor/docent experience, said Whalen. “Some have knowledge from their military careers, but they also learn more,” Nash said. “We want them to be able to tell the story accurately and not just their personal versions. It’s not just the Air Force story, but the story of those who served in the nation’s defense, as well as the story of the Air Force space mission and Colorado Springs’ part in it.” Many volunteers look at the job as an opportunity to give back to the community, especially those who did not serve in the military themselves, she said. Potential docents do not need military experience, but they do need to be at least 18 years old and undergo a background check. Good docents are also energetic, respectful, friendly and good communicators. Volunteers can also serve in the museum gift shop. “This is the only experience some visitors have with the military,” said Whalen, “So they are representatives of the Air Force and that’s important!” A typical volunteer day is 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Tuesday through Saturday, but hours are flexible. The greatest need for docents is Friday and Saturday, Whalen said. She would like volunteers to serve at least once a week. “Peterson Air & Space Museum is an Air Force field museum,” Whalen said. “But we can’t do it without our volunteers. They keep our heritage mission alive.” For more information on volunteering, or for an application, call (719) 556-4915 or visit www.petemuseum.org.

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PETERSON AIR FORCE BASE, Colo. — Errol Reiner, Peterson Air & Space Museum docent, interacts with visitors at the museum on Peterson Air Force Base, Colo., Jan. 4, 2017. There are currently 28 docents volunteering at the museum.

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PETERSON AIR FORCE BASE, Colo. — Errol Reiner, Peterson Air & Space Museum docent, shows and explains historic items and their significance to museum visitors at the museum on Peterson Air Force Base, Colo., Jan. 4, 2017. Roughly 20,000 military and civilian visitors make their way to the museum annually.

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FARM CREDIT OF SOUTHERN COLORADO is seeking ASSISTANT RELATIONSHIP OFFICER/OPERATIONS SUPPORT Farm Credit of So. Colorado is an agricultural lender that provides financing for farmers, ranchers and agribusiness in So. Colorado. Main Duties and Responsibilities: 1. Responsible for efficient processing & servicing of long-term and/or short-term loans. 2. Responsible for documentation & file preparation of loans, security instruments, closing & booking loans & other servicing actions. 3. Maintains a variety of loan records. 4. Responsible for loan accounting activities, including processing loan payments & cash management at a branch level. 5. Assist the Loan Officer in the loan development process. 6. Responsible for general office tasks as assigned. Min. Qualifications: Education incl. a H.S. diploma w/courses in business and/or acctg. & a working knowledge of Microsoft Office applications. A thorough knowledge of office practices & procedures as well as loan processing/servicing is desired. Prefer exp. of approx. 1-3 yrs. progressive exp. in a financial institution or related office environment pref. What We Offer: - A competitive base salary & opportunity for an annual team incentive. - 401K w/a possible 9% employer match. - Benefits incl. medical, dental, vision & life ins. options. - Annual leave, sick leave & 10 paid holidays. Interested candidates send resume and cover letter to: Debbie Anderson deborah.anderson@aglending.com

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DIVIDE 4BR/2Ba/1 Acre in Divide

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FOUNTAIN VALLEY Lorson Ranch-4br/3/ba/4car

3yr old “Chesapeake” 2-Story home shows like a model. Stainless Steel app, granite countertops, hardwood, A/C, walk-in closets, coffered & vaulted ceilings, landscaped w/auto sprinklers. Luxurious finishes thruout! 10268 Abrams Dr. Call Brandy 719-291-8378.

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APARTMENTS NORTHEAST 2BR FURNISHED APT.

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