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Dec. 22, 2017
Deviants beware: New camera system provides security for off-base housing

The 81st Security Forces Squadron demonstrated the security capabilities of new high-tech cameras during a ribbon cutting at the West Falcon off base housing area, Dec. 15, 2017.
Dec. 21, 2017
Arrive alive, don’t drink and drive

Paul Ahlberg, 81st Medical Operations Squadron certified alcohol drug counselor, speaks to Airmen about alcohol awareness at the 81st Communications Squadron Dec. 19, 2017, on Keesler Air Force Base, Mississippi. December is impaired driving awareness month. More than 200 people were killed in the
Dec. 19, 2017
Air Force tackles Traumatic Brain Injury with early detection and holistic approach to treatment

With over 3,000 cases of traumatic brain injury on average per year, TBI continues to be a significant issue for Airmen and readiness. TBI is an invisible wound, meaning the lack of physical markers often makes it difficult to detect or for others to understand the severity. Understanding the
Dec. 18, 2017
Airmen participate in Wreaths Across America

Col. Leo Lawson, Jr., 81st Training Group commander, lays a wreath as his daughter, Mia, looks on during the Wreaths Across America ceremony at the Biloxi National Cemetery Dec. 16, 2017, in Biloxi, Mississippi. Wreaths Across America, a non-profit organization, was formed as an extension of the
Dec. 18, 2017
Nightwatch brings tunes to the Coast

Col. C. Mike Smith, 81st Training Wing vice commander, performs a song with The U.S. Air Force Band of the West, Nightwatch, during the 81st Training Wing staff meeting at Stennis Hall Dec. 13, 2017, on Keesler Air Force Base, Mississippi. During the two-day visit to Keesler the band performed for
Dec. 15, 2017
Advisor serves as career guidebook

A hiker who climbs a mountain without a guidebook could probably still reach the summit, but they might run into obstacles they could have avoided or miss things like shortcuts and unique landmarks. Career assistance advisors are like a guidebook. They can help Airmen avoid obstacles, find the