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  • 'Team Focus' launched to support young boys

    The journey to manhood is a tough road, even for boys from secure homes with two supportive parents. But what about kids without a father figure in their lives? That's where Team Focus gives young men affirmation, guidance and encouragement toward adulthood.Keesler has the funding for the program --

  • Hospital honors 66 professionals on Saturday's Certified Nurses Day

    The 81st Medical Group Hospital celebrates Certified Nurses Day Saturday by honoring its 66 board-certified nurses."Board certification of nurses plays an increasingly important role in the assurance of high standards of care for patients and their loved ones," according to Col. Allison Plunk, 81st

  • Raff chosen for Jewish honor society

    Ariel Raff, an eighth grader at Biloxi Junior High School, has been selected for induction into the American Hebrew Academy Honor Society.The distinction is reserved nationwide for only 100 students who exhibit both strength in academics and a committed interest in Judaism.She'll attend the

  • CNATTU chief joins Naval officer ranks

    Aerographer's Mate Chief Petty Officer Denie Kiger was commissioned to the rank of ensign at the USS Alabama Memorial Park Feb. 25. The presiding officer was Cmdr. Angie Walker, Keesler Center for Naval Aviation Technical Training Unit commander, and the guest speaker was Lt. Tim Uncapher, Naval

  • Airman Leadership School prepares joint service members for future

    Keesler's Airman Leadership School is now a reflection of the joint force realities of military service, since Reserve, Air National Guard and Coast Guard members are part of the student mix.The number of students from the other services is small, just a few per class, but their presence gives both

  • Two 335th TRS officers win AETC weather training awards

    Two members of the 335th Training Squadron received recognition in the Air Education and Training Command weather awards for 2010.Winners are:Field grade officer -- Maj. Matthew Stratton, weather training flight commander. Major Stratton led the largest flight in Air Force weather, including 85 Air