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  • Community Commons to bring central services

    There's no need to scratch your head wondering where to rent equipment for a special weekend excursion. If you've been seeking out the services of a camper, barbecue grill, lawnmower or boat, Outdoor Recreation is no longer located at the eastern end of Bldg. 914. It's now one street over in Bldg.

  • New name, same mission – HAWC comes to you

    For years, the 78th Medical Group's Health and Wellness Center has used community-centric methods to help Team Robins members maintain active, nutritious life-styles. As of Oct. 1, it will function as part of the Air Force Surgeon General's initiative aimed almost entirely at inclusive, preventative

  • Natural Resources manager dispels snake myths, offers tips to stay safe

    Humans aren't the only creatures getting out more around Robins in the warmer months. Several species of snakes are enjoying the sun as well, coming out of their winter dormancy in search of food and potential mates. And yes, though there are many misconceptions regarding them; however, there are

  • Hitting the road: Base motorcycle classes prepare summer riders

    "Get your motors runnin', head out on the highway." But first, it's wise to be prepared and to learn from the best right here on base. The Robins Motorcycle Safety Training program is in its peak season, with anyone born to be wild - or those at least interested in finding out if they are - flocking

  • Career fairs deemed a success

    Nearly 900 job seekers made their way to Robins May 30 where the base played host to two career fairs. A civilian career fair, in the Heritage Club Ballroom, paired almost 600 job seekers with 32 vendors who in traditional job fair fashion collected resumes and provided general information about

  • Robins pitmaster wins AF BBQ competition

    Few things bring folks together like barbeque, and few people can throw down on the pit like Tech. Sgt. Todd Houghton. Though many cooks claim to have mastered the honored craft, Houghton, a 116th aircraft structural mechanic, is not just blowing smoke, having recently been selected to compete at

  • Warmer weather brings some of Team Robins out of their shells

    As you're out and about on base, you may come across a few turtles on the road or on dry land. There are at least nine turtle species which dwell in lakes, ponds, streams and marsh habitats on base, according to Bob Sargent, Robins' natural resources manager and wildlife biologist. Sometimes you may

  • 101 Critical Days: Summer’s on the way; remember safety

    Summer is just about here. Soon it will be time to rev up the engines for long road trips on the motorcycle, summer travel with the family, and increased boating and recreational activities. With all of that increased activity comes the potential for additional hazards and risk to personal safety.

  • Base Aero Club now open to the public

    Ever have a dream where you were flying? Now, that dream has more of a chance of becoming a reality for Middle Georgia residents than before thanks to a partnership between the Robins Aero Club and the local community. Anyone wishing to obtain a private pilot's license may do so at the club, an

  • Back in Business: Base hobby shops set to reopen this summer

    The Auto Hobby and Wood Skills shops are scheduled to reopen this summer, signaling good news for those discouraged by the popular facilities' closing earlier this year. This time, the shops will operate as member-run clubs with enthusiasts maintaining operations themselves with oversight from the