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  • Airman Handbook desktop icon available Dec. 18

    Airmen will be able to access the Airman Handbook via a desktop icon slated to begin Dec. 18.The Airman Handbook is a compilation of policies, procedures and standards that guide Airmen’s actions within the profession of arms.Each desktop will have an icon with an e-Link to the handbook for easy and

  • A “Mo”dern-day hero

    “America is more than just a collection of citizens; it is a society of friends, neighbors and families coming together to make our home the embodiment of freedom, liberty and justice. This important vision has endured and stood as a testament to the character of the United States of America, and

  • Diamond Notes: It is about sharing credit, responsibility

    Editor’s note: This is the sixth in a series of commentaries by Cannon’s first sergeants and additional-duty first sergeants providing mentorship and leadership experience to Air Commandos, while highlighting Air Force standards. Back when we all went through our initial Air Force training, we were

  • CGO neighborhood nearing completion

    In a continued effort to providing quality living for Air Commandos and their families, Balfour Beatty Communities is moving quickly to finalize company grade officer housing. Members of the 27th Special Operations Wing gathered on Anaconda Loop to watch Capt. Rex Peacock, 27th Special Operations

  • Joy, fellowship at Cannon Holiday Parade

    Air Commandos kicked off December with the first of three local parades emphasizing Air Force Family, holiday cheer and creativity Wednesday. The 25-float procession featured themes from favorite children’s movies to tacky sweaters, with the 27th Special Operations Medical Group, 27th Special

  • Taking care of dependents during deployments

    Spending the holiday season away from family is no easy feat, and it is a struggle military members know all too well. But when service members are given orders to deploy or go TDY, they are not the only ones who endure that struggle; that is when Cannon’s Airman & Family Readiness Center steps in

  • Time for TRICARE beneficiaries to move maintenance drugs out of retail

    This December, TRICARE beneficiaries can take action to avoid paying more for some prescription drugs. If you fill a prescription for a select brand name maintenance drug at a retail pharmacy, you may need to move your prescription to either a military pharmacy or TRICARE Pharmacy Home Delivery. If

  • What the ADA Accepted Seal means for you

    Have you ever wondered if your dental products do what they claim they do? Whether it is a toothbrush, toothpaste, floss or mouth rinse, it is important to look for a little square symbol imprinted with the “ADA Accepted” seal right on the dental product. By looking for this symbol, you can rest

  • Youth Center provides teens creative outlet

    We have all heard it from our children before: "Mom, dad, there is nothing to do!" Perhaps you have even said it yourself. Before you start to look outside the Cannon Air Force Base area for something to do, maybe you should try looking at some of the amazing facilities that are conveniently located

  • Son Tay Raiders share memories with Air Commandos

    Editor's Note: This article is the third in a series examining Air Force Special Operations Command’s role in the Son Tay Raid, one of the most complex and dangerous missions in the Vietnam War.Cannon Air Force Base honored nine Son Tay Raiders in a series of events here Friday focusing on the link

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