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Sept. 5, 2025
Local community hosts Cannon Appreciation Day

The community of Curry and Roosevelt Counties hosted Cannon Appreciation Day at Unity Park, Sept. 5, 2025.Sponsored and organized by the Clovis/Curry County Chamber of Commerce, Clovis Economic Development, Roosevelt County Chamber of Commerce, Committee of 50, Portales Military Affairs Committee
Aug. 27, 2025
Behind the scenes of Cannon Air Force Base

The 27th Special Operations Civil Engineering Squadron is a diverse and vital unit. Its Air Commandos are responsible for everything from emergency response to the construction and upkeep of essential infrastructure at Cannon Air Force Base, New Mexico.By ensuring the base remains fully functional
Aug. 1, 2025
Steadfast Line hosts AFSOC leadership team

The Steadfast Line hosted Air Force Special Operations Command leadership team, here, July 27 to July 29, 2025.
July 25, 2025
Air Force solicits interest in establishing a Restoration Advisory Board at Cannon Air Force Base, New Mexico

The Air Force is seeking community interest in establishing a Restoration Advisory Board, or “RAB,” at Cannon Air Force Base, New Mexico.
July 24, 2025
27th SOMDG New Referral Process

As of June 30, 2025, patients have the option to not visit the TRICARE Operations and Patient Administration Flight (TOPA) to “activate” a referral, unless a specialty provider requests notes. This hastens the referral process, allowing patients to see specialty providers in the network as soon as
July 22, 2025
Ground power fuels air power

The aerospace ground equipment (AGE) flight, assigned to the 27th Special Operations Wing, has completed half of its annual inspection schedule – a milestone not reached since 2018 – following the implementation of a new streamlined process in March 2025.
July 21, 2025
27th Special Operations Wing holds Command Chief change of responsibility ceremony

The 27th Special Operations Wing held a change of responsibility, as U.S. Air Force Chief Master Sgt. Thomas Gunnell assumed responsibility as the 27th SOW’s twelfth command chief during a ceremony held here, July 21, 2025.
July 21, 2025
Air Commando spouse recognized as Joan Orr Air Force Spouse of the Year

U.S. Air Force Col. Robert Johnston, 27th Special Operations Wing commander, presented the Joan Orr Air Force Spouse of the Year award to Taylor Ferguson at Cannon Air Force Base, New Mexico, July 18, 2025.
July 18, 2025
News Release: Cannon Air Force Base hosts New Mexico Environment Department for hazardous waste inspection

Cannon Air Force Base hosted an impromptu environmental compliance inspection from the New Mexico Environment Department Resource Protection Compliance and Enforcement Bureau, here, from July 14 to 15.
July 17, 2025
The Exchange Marks 130th Anniversary With Special Savings and Promotions

In celebration of 130 years of service to the military community, the Army & Air Force Exchange Service is offering limited-time promotions to those who serve to commemorate this historic anniversary.