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  • Wingman Day emphasizes financial, stress management

    December 8 is Wingman Day at Keesler."Wingman Day is an opportunity for the whole base to come together and hear from leadership on how to take care of ourselves," said Chaplain (Capt.) Melvin Smith. "It's an opportunity to come together under the Wingman concept of taking care of one another."The

  • Airmen collect shoes to fight poverty, hunger

    For most people, a pair of sneakers is simply a comfortable protective foot covering. But for some Keesler Airmen, used athletic shoes are a way to fight poverty, hunger and global warming in Africa.Tech. Sgt. Nathan Cyr and Staff Sgt. Jason DeGrasse, 335th Training Squadron metrology instructors,

  • Delivery unit has record-breaking baby boom

    Nov. 2 wasn't an average morning for Maj. (Dr.) Kermit Helo, who examined a record number of newborns in the 81st Inpatient Operations Squadron labor and delivery unit.The 81st Medical Operations Squadron pediatrician encountered the highest number of admissions and deliveries the family birthing

  • Holiday festivities full of cheer for everyone

    A variety of family-friendly festivities are planned by the 81st Force Support Squadron to brighten this holiday season.Dec. 13:30 p.m., free 5-kilometer Jingle Bell Run/Walk, marina park. Register at 3 p.m. Awards presented to top three finishers in the male and female divisions. Holiday attire

  • Young drivers get free safety lesson

    Young Keesler motorists have more safe driving tools at their disposal after completing the Tirerack Street Survival School, Nov. 12-13.The 81st Training Wing hosted the free course conducted by the Sports Car Club of America Gulf Coast Region, according to Master Sgt. Richie Frias, 81st Medical

  • PLAYpass cards promote resiliemcy at Keesler

    The PLAYpass card program is one way Air Force quality of life programs help build a resilient force.Since the program launched in late May, nearly 23,000 eligible members have participated in PLAYpass.The cards, valued at more than $500, allow eligible members to participate in services activities