Articles

  • It's not too late to take advantage of Andersen's free Tax Center

    Article courtesy of the 36th Wing Legal Office The deadline to file your taxes is fast approaching. Active duty members, their dependents and retirees are all eligible to have their returns prepared free of charge at the Andersen Tax Center. The tax center has qualified volunteers to assist members

  • Andersen Boy Scouts program offers positive activities

    Parents of young boys face a lot of choices in after-school activities; however, as we all know, boys want to have fun, while parents want them to learn positive values and skills that will last a lifetime. Since 1910, the Boy Scouts have taught and groomed millions of America's boys through

  • Unit Focus: 36th Wing Command Post Motivates unit with Island WWII tour

    Maintaining a good level of motivation is essential for unit cohesion which is why the command post took a World War II tour on March 23. "The command post has some of the most upbeat NCOs & Airmen that I have ever worked with, and this short tour was a way to say thanks for the hard work and

  • Airman’s Attic: Airmen help Airmen by donating needed items

    The Air Force offers a resource where Airmen can help other Airmen, their fellow wingmen, by donating gently used items to the Airman's Attic. "The attic is a critical resource to our young families as well as single Airmen just starting out," said Senior Master Sgt. Chanda Johnston, superintendent

  • Earth Day highlights need to preserve resources

    Earth Day is an international event demonstrating concern and mobilizing support for the environment. Earth Day was first celebrated on April 22, 1970, and rallied more than 20 million Americans from around the country to get involved in environmental "teachings." This event, which was the largest

  • Andersen continues AFAF drive

    Team Andersen members are continuing their push to make this year's Air Force Assistance Fund "Commitment to Caring" campaign the best ever. So far, Andersen has raised more than $24,700 in support of the AFAF campaign, which began here March 5 and will end April 15. "Team Andersen had a lot on its

  • Andersen avoids Typhoon Kong Rey

    Andersen rose to the challenge of Typhoon Kong Rey, but this time the base was spared from damage when the storm shifted course away from Guam. Even though the storm missed Andersen, it's always important to take heed to the warnings and to prepare like it was coming, said Lt. Col. Peter Ridilla,

  • Medics test new facility, casualty collection point in preparation for UCI

    The 36th Medical Group practiced setting up a casualty collection point and emergency patient care in their new building March 9. This exercise was in preparation for the upcoming Unit Compliance Inspection. "The last phase of our new building was just completed in January, so we're practicing a new

  • Units prepare for UCI excellence

    The 36th Wing commander designated March 9 as Unit Compliance Inspection Preparation Day. All base units spent the day accomplishing paperwork, reviewing checklists and making sure their Airmen performed and documented tasks according to Air Force instructions. "The UCI will evaluate the Wing's

  • What are some uses for coconuts?

    The people of Guam laud the benefits of the "Tree of Life," better known as the Coconut Tree. Throughout history, Chamorros used the wooden trunks for construction of homes; the palm leaves, midrib and coir husk for thatched roofs, baskets, hats, placemats, bedding and unique decorations and