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  • Mini-triathlon set for Sept. 10

    Keesler's 7th annual mini-triathlon is 8 a.m. Sept. 10 at the Triangle Pool.Patty McGruder, health promotion educator at the health and wellness center, said that three events are planned - a 200-yard swim, 9 miles cycling and 2 miles running.For relay teams, one of the three members must be female.

  • Summer storms stymie soccer season

    Keesler's traditional summer pattern of afternoon thunderstorms is wreaking havoc on the intramural soccer season.Rains cancelled games July 11 and 18, as well as Monday and Tuesday this week.Intramural sports director Sam Miller said that double-headers are being scheduled to make up the rained-out

  • Facebook photo contest offers chance for publication in Keesler News

    Beginning in August, Keesler Public Affairs will host a monthly Facebook photo contest. The winning photos will be featured in the Keesler News. The contest is open to all members of the Keesler community.This month's theme is "Heat Wave," and submissions are accepted Monday through Aug. 31.To

  • Legal office reiterates guidelines for political activity, voting

    With elections just around the corner, it's time to review what federal employees can and can't do.These policies are based on the Hatch Act, 5 USC 7321-7325, and the Joint Ethics Regulation 5500.7R, Section 3, paragraph 6-300.Defense Department civilians may: Be candidates for public office in

  • Keesler gift cards offer shopping convenience

    In July, the 81st Force Support Squadron introduced gift cards for many of its facilities that are simple to purchase and easy to use."The overwhelming benefit of the new gift card is the convenience," said Frank Black, chief of community programs for the Air Force Services. "It takes the worry out