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  • Airman’s water safety advice prevents local swimmer from drowning

    With white waves crashing hard against the rugged reef, and screams that can be heard in the near distance in the ocean, an Airman from the 36th Medical Support Squadron, encountered what would be one of the darkest days of his life.On Aug. 8, 2015, Staff Sgt. Carlos Rance, 36th Medical Support

  • Planning to quit, fighting to succeed: Airman earns Ranger Tab

    Stopping for a moment to catch his breath, the Airman realized he was nearing the limit of his willpower.  He placed his rucksack on the ground for a brief moment of rest and glanced toward the mountain peak ahead. He could hear the rain dripping from the tree branches above, soaking his gear and

  • Andersen to test emergency readiness

    Andersen Air Force Base is scheduled to conduct an emergency management exercise here, Wednesday Feb. 3 from 8 a.m. to noon.There will be increased noise and activity to include controlled detonations, sirens, messages from loud speakers, and alert vehicles that will respond to various emergency

  • Andersen to offer tax kiosk

    The Andersen legal office is offering tax services through self-service computer kiosks, allowing military members to file their taxes through a software program.The kiosks replace the traditional tax center. Through the kiosks customers can log into a tax preparation software program at no charge.

  • Optometry clinic shines light on eye health

    Maj. John Kim, 36th Medical Operations Squadron chief of optometry services, inspects the eye of Petty Officer 2nd Class Chris Rumbaua, Fleet Air Forward Detachment Aircraft Intermediate Maintenance Department life support technician, Jan. 27, 2016, at Andersen Air Force Base, Guam. Kim used a slit

  • U.S., Australian, Japanese, air forces unite for annual Guam exercise

    U.S. Air Force, Japan Air Self-Defense Force, and Royal Australian Air Force servicemembers will conduct two media flights and host a media day at Andersen Air Force Base, Guam, Feb. 10 to 26 as part of Cope North 2016.The 87th annual CN 16 exercise is a long-standing multilateral engagement

  • Security forces training to keep Andersen’s roads safe

    As the number of days since the last alcohol related incident here continues to grow, so does pride on Andersen Air Force Base, Guam. This pride is backed by knowing that security forces members on Andersen AFB, are trained to effectively identify individuals who are driving while intoxicated.During

  • CSAF visits Guam, thanks Airmen who provide Pacific airpower

    Air Force Chief of Staff Gen. Mark A. Welsh III and wife, Betty, visited Andersen Air Force Base, Guam, to thank Airmen and discuss the importance of their mission in the Indo-Asia-Pacific region.During an all call, Welsh spoke about Air Force matters and shared personal stories about himself and

  • Victim advocates strive to make a difference for Andersen Airmen

     Andersen Air Force Base is currently home to 20 victim advocates who dedicate their time to ensure no sexual assault victim has to endure the recovery process alone. The Victim Advocate program, managed by the Sexual Assault Prevention and Response Office, ensures victim advocates provide effective

  • Magic! rocks out for Team Andersen

    The Canadian reggae fusion band Magic! performs for service members and their families Jan. 14, 2016, at Andersen Air Force Base, Guam. The free event was hosted by the Department of Defense’s Armed Forces Entertainment and drew a crowd of 2,000 people. (U.S. Air Force photo/Airman 1st Class Arielle