Nov. 13, 2009 Open season set for 3 civilian benefit programs Officials here announced the open season for three civilian benefit programs lasting Nov. 9 through Dec. 14.The three programs are the Federal Employees Health Benefits program, or FEHB; the Federal Employees Dental and Vision Insurance Program, or FEDVIP; and the Federal Flexible Spending Account,
Nov. 13, 2009 Deployment opportunities available for civilians Whether it's helping Iraqis with reconstruction projects or assisting Afghans with their motor pools, the Air Force relies on its civilian work force to help meet its global mission requirements. And the Air Force is not alone. In 2007, more than 1,100 Department of Defense civilians volunteered to
Nov. 13, 2009 Officials release new selective re-enlistment bonus list Pentagon officials recently released the latest selective re-enlistment bonus list which contains 91 Air Force specialties.The revised listing places a greater emphasis on retaining Airmen with 17 months to six years of service, said Tech. Sgt. Christopher Dowlearn, NCO in charge of Air Force
Nov. 13, 2009 Nurse commissioning program seeking applicants Officials at the Air Force Personnel Center will conduct the annual Nurse Enlisted Commissioning Program board May 11-13 to select candidates for fall 2010 start dates. The program offers active-duty enlisted personnel the opportunity to earn a bachelor's degree in a high-need academic major. NECP
Nov. 13, 2009 A&FRC sends Malmstrom spouses to boot camp The Malmstrom Airman and Family Readiness Center is launching a new program called Spouse Boot Camp on Nov. 18. The skill and knowledge development program is intended to strengthen military spouses and enhance mission readiness and support by providing them knowledge of the Air Force way of life
Nov. 13, 2009 Mercantile Auction raises record amount For the 21st year running, the Malmstrom Spouses' Club hosted the annual Mercantile Auction and they broke a record for money raised, bringing in more than $13,000. The event took place Nov. 7 at the Grizzly Bend Club."Even in a recession, the generosity is truly humbling," said Cheree Zeigler, MSC
Nov. 12, 2009 Rise of the Cyber Wingman: 10 principles Airmen must know Every day, malicious code, worms, botnets and hooks attack Air Force computers hardware, software and the Internet. They infiltrate classified information and compromise national security. In response, the Air Force is stepping up its mission to defend cyberspace.Cyberspace adversaries attack
Nov. 6, 2009 Team Malmstrom exceeds CFC goal Team Malmstrom raised $111,036.14 toward this year's Combined Federal Campaign. The theme this year was, "I Can Now More Than Ever." The campaign began Sept. 8 with the base contribution goal set at $95,500. Each squadron had a key worker that provided members with information and collected
Nov. 6, 2009 Annual Ski Expo helps kick off upcoming winter season The ballroom at the Grizzly Bend Club was filled with more than 300 people for the Annual Ski Expo and Dessert and Wine Fair Oct. 29. Eight statewide representatives were available to offer information about resorts, lodging, sports and trails, and provide answers and advice about their activities