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  • Competition anyone?

    With feet pounding and hearts racing, the contestants of this year's Weapons and Ammo, WAMMO competition, raced into action Aug. 9 at Cannon Air Force Base, N.M.The competition consisted of a series of games and challenges between the 27th Special Operations Maintenance Squadron's munitions and

  • A&FRC holds Back to School Bash

    The Landing Zone and Airman & Family Readiness Center co-hosted the 2013 "Back to School Bash" at Cannon Air Force Base, N.M., Aug. 9. Cannon families and local school officials came together to provide information, answer questions and strengthen the bond between the base and surrounding

  • PTSD specialist simplifies stress science

    Tania Glenn, Doctor of Psychology and Licensed Clinical Social Worker, delivered a feelings-free, scientific analysis of the human body's physiological response to high-stress situations to help Air Commandos understand their biological processes downrange during a briefing at the Landing Zone at

  • Congressman Steve Pearce visits Cannon

    U.S. Congressman Steve Pearce, the 2nd district representative of New Mexico, paid a visit to Cannon Air Force Base, N.M., Aug. 8. During his tour, Pearce met with Col. Tony Bauernfeind, 27th Special Operations Wing commander, surveyed ongoing base construction projects and observed flightline

  • Prescribed burns for Melrose Air Force Range

    To continue to reduce the risk of wildfires in eastern New Mexico, the 27th Special Operations Wing will conduct a series of prescribed controlled burns at Melrose AirForce Range, N.M., during the next 90 days as weather permits.These fires clear the amount of vegetation in targeted areas and help

  • Cannon Appreciation Day draws large crowd

    Airmen stationed at Cannon Air Force Base, N.M., were on-hand to enjoy the 24th Annual Cannon Appreciation Day, Aug. 2, at Unity Park here. Volleyball, watermelon and pie eating contests, a 5k run and horseshoe were among the festivities."Cannon Appreciation Day was an experience that really made me

  • Feds Feed Families

    It can be created by a series of unfortunate events - from unemployment, medical limitations and bills to just outright bad luck, but nevertheless the need is real. Hunger is not only a problem in third-world countries, but can be found in the U.S. as well. To make a difference, Cannon Air Force

  • TERA program offers enlisted, officers early retirement

    Air Force Personnel Center officials recently announced the implementation of the Temporary Early Retirement Authority program allowing technical and master sergeants, captains, majors and lieutenant colonels in certain Air Force specialties to retire with fewer than 20 years of active

  • Diamond Sharp airman: FAST and dedicated

    *This feature is the thirtieth in a series of Air Commando spotlights at Cannon. The Airmen being highlighted are recent Diamond Sharp award winners. Diamond Sharp is a monthly program where Airmen are recognized by wing leadership and first sergeants for their hard work and achievements.Members of

  • Come celebrate Cannon Appreciation Day

    All active duty military members, retirees, civilians and dependents are encouraged to attend Cannon Appreciation Day August 2. Hosted by the Curry County Chamber of Commerce, Committee of Fifty, Military Affairs Committee and the Clovis Industrial Development Corporation, the event has celebrated

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