Torchlight Parade lights up the streets

The 75th Anniversary of the Spokane Lilac Festival's Armed Forces Torchlight Parade was held last weekend in downtown Spokane, Wash. Approximately 160,000 people among the community including veterans and active duty service members all went out to see the parade.The mission of the Spokane Lilac

Fairchild's Finest: Airman 1st Class Christopher Hatch

Name: Airman 1st Class Christopher HatchUnit: 92nd Civil Engineer SquadronDuty title: FirefighterWhat do you do on a daily basis at Fairchild Air Force Base? I serve as part of a crew of four first responders, protecting base personnel, facilities and aircraft during any type of emergency or

Fairchild remembers

"Let peace be our companion on a walk beside the tree. Our spirits like our banner yet are lifted on the breeze. So pause with us awhile and know that you are not alone. Our hearts will e'er be with you though immortalized in stone."We have our own Fairchild patriots immortalized here on base in a

Permanent Change of Station tips and hints

Permanent Change of Station (PCS) season is fast approaching, and Airmen around the world are preparing to pack their bags and move to a new home. There are certain things Airmen should keep in mind.PCS is considered a normal part of military families. It can either be a positive experience or a

Helping find a cure one mile at a time

Rogers High School JROTC experience military life

Better Body, Better Life whips Airmen into shape

Having trouble keeping a healthy waistline? "Better Body, Better Life" can help by promoting healthier lifestyle choices.The class is an Air Force Weight Management Program held at the Health and Wellness Center to assist participants seeking to lose and maintain their weight and enjoy an overall

Know the consequences of a DUI

The Air Force Alcohol & Drug Abuse Program at Fairchild along with several other base agencies held a fair to remind Airmen of the consequences of driving under the influence at Miller Park, May 16."Often people aren't aware of how easily they can be impaired after using alcohol and the risky

iCare iCan

Volunteers pack boxes to be sent to troops overseas at the Red Lion ballroom in Spokane, Wash., May 15. Col. Marc Van Wert, 92nd Air Refueling Wing vice commander, visited the hotel to say thank you to the volunteers who helped make this event happen.

Fairchild's Finest: Tech. Sgt. Rebecca Ghesquiere

Name: Tech. Sgt. Rebecca GhesquiereUnit: 912th Air Refueling Squadron Duty title: Quality Assurance Inspector What do you do on a daily basis at March Air Reserve Base? Here at March Air Reserve Base, I spend my days ensuring that maintenance is done in a safe manner while providing expert technical