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  • Military honored by local high school

    Lt. Col. Betsy Ross, 81st Mission Support Group deputy commander, accepts a plaque on behalf of Keesler Air Force Base from Marcus Boudreaux, Biloxi High School principal, during a Biloxi High School pep rally Sept. 4, 2015, Biloxi, Miss. The event was held to honor local heroes such as military

  • Cold and flu prevention starts with you

    With the school year starting back up and autumn upon us, lots of people will be dealing with seasonal allergies, coughs and colds. There are many different organisms that can cause the common cold and cough, so the best way to avoid getting one of these bugs is from prevention. Be on the lookout

  • PUPS program brings a wagging tail, happiness to medical patients

    Beginning in October, the 81st Medical Group will start the Patients Utilizing Pet Services program at the Keesler Medical Center.The PUPS program allows dogs certified through the Delta Society based in Gulfport to visit patients at the hospital. “The PUPS program is used as a way to lighten the

  • Keep safety in mind this Labor Day

    Labor Day weekend is here. It’s an opportunity to celebrate America’s workforce by spending time with family and friends. During the long holiday weekend, it’s important to stay vigilant in our pursuit to remain safe. While making plans for the weekend, remember to keep safety first. With fair

  • Keesler personnel attend end-of-summer family picnic

    David Solomon, son of Col. Scott Solomon, 81st Training Group commander, participates in the watermelon eating contest during the end-of-summer family picnic at Marina Park Aug. 27, 2015, at Keesler Air Force Base, Miss. The 81st Force Support Squadron-sponsored event also consisted of a mullet toss

  • Airmen crawl, jump, run gauntlet

    Airman Basic Brandon Samoluk, 334th Training Squadron student, hurdles over a barrier during the Gauntlet 5K & Obstacle Course event Aug. 28, 2015, at the Crotwell Track, Keesler Air Force Base, Miss. The 81st Force Support Squadron-sponsored event involved participants completing a 5K run then