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  • High blood pressure can lead to stroke

    One in three U.S. adults has high blood pressure, a major risk factor for stroke, according to the National Heart, Lung and Blood Institute.And, stroke is the third leading cause of death in the U.S., according to the American Stroke Association. The relationship between the two is unmistakable. The

  • Spouses now have domicile options

    On Nov. 11, 2009, President Barack Obama signed into law an amendment to the servicemembers Civil Relief Act to provide certain protections for spouses of military members. The Military Spouses Residency Relief Act  simply extends to military spouses the exemption that already applies to military

  • Community leaders tour Cannon

    Twenty-four community leaders from Clovis and Portales gathered at The Landing Zone on a chilly morning May 4 for a Civic Leaders Tour of Cannon Air Force Base.The event included a mission brief from Col. Stephen Clark, 27th Special Operations Wing commander, tours of key base buildings, lunch at

  • AFAF drive extended

    The Air Force Assistance Fund drive currently under way here has been extended to May 14. The base's goal for the wing this year is $57,000. As of May 3, $38,115 has been donated. Each unit has assigned a keyworker to make contact with all assigned military and civilian personnel. Although

  • BX renovation nears completion: ribbon cutting ceremony

    A ribbon-cutting ceremony at the BX May 14 at 8 a.m. will mark the completion of a facelift that began in June 2009 to provide maximum usage of its space and add more variety for shoppers.Maj. Gen. Bruce Kasella, Army and Air Force Exchange Service commander, and Col. Stephen Clark, 27th Special

  • Base recognizes law enforcement contributions with week of activities

    The 27th Special Operations Wing will celebrate National Police Week beginning May 15 to honor all law enforcement officers for the challenges they face and the losses they endure. The 27th Special Operations Security Forces Squadron has scheduled a week of fun, fundraisers and displays to increase

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