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  • Keesler nominated for AETC Hennessy award

    Keesler is this year's Air Education and Training Command nominee for the John L. Hennessy Award as the top food service operation in the Air Force in the multiple facility category.The Hennessy Award is based on the entire scope of the food service program. Keesler has won the award six times, most

  • Keesler Airmen teach values through wrestling

    For five days a week between November and February, a sweaty blue mat on the floor of a warehouse in Ocean Springs, Miss., becomes a classroom. This wrestling season, two Keesler Airmen have volunteered to be the teachers.According to Ocean Springs High School coach Bryant Shaw, the OSHS wrestling

  • Tips to celebrate Mardi Gras safely

    The ultimate southern celebration, Mardi Gras season, is here again. Mardi Gras is the coast's largest free outdoor party.Here are a few tips to make your Mardi Gras a safe and enjoyable event. Obey all "no parking" zones -- illegally parked vehicles will be towed. Officials suggest that you

  • Dental squadron urges early care for baby teeth

    It is important to establish what the dental community calls a "dental home."When children start practicing good oral hygiene habits at an early age, they will need less expensive dental care and can prevent avoidable emergency situations in the future. A "dental home" starts with routine,

  • Pediatric clinic adopts patient-centered model

    The 81st Medical Operations Squadron Pediatric Clinic began transitioning to the Air Force's patient-centered medical home concept Jan. 1.PCMH is a 1960s model currently making a comeback as the nation struggles to make health care more efficient, costeffective and a more satisfying experience for

  • Parades take center stage

    This year, Mardi Gras Day is Feb. 21. Keesler units marching in specific parades are listed. Area code for phone numbers is 228.Feb. 4Ocean Springs Elks, 1 p.m.; 872-2501; honor guard and 50-flag team. Maj. Gen. Leonard Patrick, 2nd Air Force commander, has been invited to ride in the parade with