Fairchild firefighters join forces to battle local fire

On July 19 at around 2:50 p.m., flames erupted into what later became known as the Watermelon Hill Fire in Lincoln County, Washington. Within several hours, the fire was approved for state mobilization, allowing additional resources to be deployed from around the state.Crews from Fairchild received

Summer heat requires attention from pet owners

The dangers posed by high temperatures inside of closed vehicles are all too real, for humans and their furry friends, alike. Possible fatality or serious injury demands that strict attention be paid to keeping pets safe when temperatures get too warm.During the peak summer months at Fairchild, high

Super Bowl champs visit Fairchild

Washington wildfires create smoky haze over Fairchild

A cluster of four Washington wildfires have burned up to 100 homes and swelled to more than 260 square miles creating smoke and ash-filled skies over Fairchild Air Force Base July 18. "The winds are coming from the west where the fires are," said Tim Scheidt from the 92nd Operations Support Squadron

Boy becomes an 'Airman for a Day'

A boy from Walla Walla, Washington, who is being treated at the Shriners Hospital in downtown Spokane, Washington, visited Team Fairchild Aug. 11 and experienced what it was like to be an Airman on a day-to-day basis. Zayne Rutter was in a serious accident in May when he was hit by a vehicle

Blue Star Spouse Award: Jill Newberry

It takes teamwork to lead a wing

They can often be seen around the base together and are frequently providing leadership and guidance to their 2,800+ active duty military, but have they have different responsibilities with the same goals in mind. They are the 92nd Air Refueling Wing commander and vice commander. "We are 'Fame's

Fairchild's Finest: Airman 1st Class Keegan McArthur

Name: Airman 1st Class Keegan McArthurUnit: 92nd Aerospace Medicine Squadron Duty title: Aerospace Medicine Service ApprenticeHome town and state: Portland, OregonWhat do you do on a daily basis at Fairchild AFB? Other than going to work in the Flight Medicine Clinic, I am an avid Soccer player. I

Man on the Street: Summer Barbecues

Mission support group guidon changes hands