Airman appreciates job well done

(Note: the following e-mail was sent to the 27th Special Operations Wing Public Affairs Office.)My wife, Amy, suffered a severe break in her left wrist riding her horse recently, which required surgery from an orthopedic surgeon in Lubbock. I feel that Tanis Cathey, 27th Special Operations Medical

Quick Hire of Military Spouses Starts in September

Under a personnel rule that takes effect next  month, some military spouses could be quickly hired for federal jobs without  going through the usual competitive process. The new hiring authority takes effect Sept. 11. The Office of Personal Management issued the authority's final regulatory

Dorm shortages call for creative planning

Cannon leadership held a meeting at the base theater Aug 3 for Airmen who live in the dormitories to discuss ongoing issues and planned courses of action to help with the influx of new personnel. As of Aug 3, there is currently an occupancy rate of 98 percent in the seven dormitories that Airmen

Automate Your TRICARE Prime Enrollment Fees

Currently paying TRICARE Prime enrollment fees? Read on, because you'll soon be required to change the way you make those payments. As early as 2010, TRICARE Prime beneficiaries who pay enrollment fees will be required to make their payments electronically. When these changes become effective, check

Cannon, local area cops host National Night Out

Law enforcement officials from various agencies, to include base security forces Airmen, teamed up for National Night Out Aug. 4 at Green Acres Park in Clovis. National Night Out is designed to heighten crime prevention awareness, generate support and participation in local anticrime programs, as

Community shows its appreciation for Cannon

Local community leaders of Clovis, N.M., came out to the base's Unity Park to show their support for the members and their families at the 20th Annual Cannon Appreciation Day August 7. The annual event, hosted by the Clovis/Curry County Chamber of Commerce, Clovis Industrial Development Corporation

Cannon medics return from humanitarian mission

Cannon's Medical Group gathered at the base clinic August 3 to welcome home five Airmen returning from a recent deployment on the U.S. Naval Ship Comfort. They were part of a joint services and civilian team that provided medical and dental care to individuals with few medical resources in seven

33 SOS reactivation

The 33rd Special Operations Squadron became an active component of the 27th Special Operations Wing July 31, 2009, with the official assumption of command by Lt. Col. Michael Bruzzini, here. Originally organized as the 33rd Aero Squadron on June 12, 1917, the 33rd has a long and colored history both

Double time for TRICARE auths and referrals

Beginning August 4, TRICARE authorizations for care that include evaluation and treatment are good for 180 days. That's twice the 90 days that were allowed previously, giving you more time to complete your care and any follow-up visits. Remember, if you do not receive care before the authorization

16 SOS gets new commander