Base to operate under new AF inspection system

The 78th Air Base Wing is implementing a new Air Force Inspection System. An upcoming installation exercise will be a first under the new system, which was implemented in October. "The new AFIS is designed to put the responsibility for compliance back in the hands of the commanders," said Dave

Hobby shops to close this month

The Auto Hobby Shop and Wood Skills Shop - two popular fixtures at Robins - will be closing Feb. 15 due to cuts to the appropriated fund budget. The closings are indicative of those around the Air Force due to budget cuts which were expected, but not this soon, according to Kent Jenkins, 78th Force

Control tower window clean

Military OneSource tax services

It's tax time, and active duty members have several options to receive help in filing their 2013 returns. For the overwhelming majority of service members, they will prefer using the H&R Block electronic return on the Military OneSource site. Military OneSource provides a free online tax service for

‘We’re American, that’s all there is to it’

When it comes to the military, most have heard the term brothers in arms. But for two Airmen at Robins, that expression takes on a whole new meaning. Both Senior Master Sgt. Keyser Voigt and Master Sgt. Sven Voigt have served 17 years of active duty in the Air Force, both took the oath of

78th DS technology ensures readiness, health

Many Airmen enter the 78th Medical Group Dental Squadron facility in need of a dental crown to cover an unhealthy or damaged tooth that could prevent them from deploying. At the average dental office, the process to accommodate such cases can take anywhere from two to four weeks. But since the 78th

HAWC calls people to wear red Friday for "Go Red for Women" campaign

Wearing red isn't just for Valentine's Day. On Friday, National Wear Red Day, sporting the bright color signifies one's support for the "Go Red for Women" campaign -- a national movement led by the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, in partnership with the American Heart Association, to

Analyst gets top honors for work in Afghanistan

Stephen Ross, a financial analyst with the Warner Robins Air Logistics Complex, was recognized Monday for his year of civilian service downrange as lead audit advisor with the Afghan Public Protection Force. The Air Force veteran, who voluntarily deployed from Sept. 2012 to Sept. 2013, was presented

Decision to close installation puts people first

There are those who make fun of southerners when it comes to prepping for snow, sleet or ice. But, it was Robins' preparation that saved lives and put employees and their families' safety first. Say what you will about base leaderships' decisions this week, but would you rather be stranded in a car

Severe Weather Awareness Week kicks off Monday

The weather flight and its collaborating partners will continue to emphasize that in these challenging economic and budgetary climates, it's more critical than ever for individuals, families, businesses and communities to have plans, test those plans and adjust their plans as needed. The Robins