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  • Laughlin XLer -- 1st Lt. Russell Kingsbery

    Job title and unit: B-flight Assistant Flight Commander, 85th Flying Training SquadronHometown: Raleigh, N.C.Family: Mom, dad, sister, brother and a pet goldfishTime at Laughlin: 3 yearsTime in military/civil service: 3.5 yearsGreatest accomplishment: Graduating from the Air Force AcademyBad habit:

  • Learning starts early at Cardwell

    Two members from Laughlin volunteered their time Dec. 1 at Irene C. Cardwell Elementary, a pre-kindergarten school in Del Rio. Cardwell hosted the members as part of a series they are doing focusing on space, science and technology.First Lt. Heather Tevebaugh, a 47th Flying Training Wing aerospace

  • Laughlin’s Christmas tree lighting

    Laughlin members and their children gathered near Laughlin's chapel for a Christmas tree lighting celebration, Dec. 1.With the crowd bundled in flight jackets and ABU fleeces, they embraced the weather with hot chocolate in hand, provided by the wing chapel.From "Joy to the World" to "Deck the

  • Laughlin agencies vandalized

    Laughlin's wing chapel and Airman and Family Readiness Center were vandalized in the early morning hours of Dec. 2.There was significant damage both inside and outside both facilities. Doors, windows, and a nativity scene outside the chapel were damaged."We are devastated and disappointed but not

  • 47th MDG prepares for inspection

    This week, the 47th Medical Group has been working to prepare for their upcoming inspection. The purpose of this inspection is to ensure Laughlin's clinic holds the highest standards when providing treatment to patients. The inspection and accreditation survey will be conducted by the Air Force

  • Del Rio’s Wild Game Dinner set

    One of Del Rio's most anticipated events will take place Dec. 4 at the Del Rio Civic Center.The 21st annual Wild Game Dinner, hosted by the Del Rio Chamber of Commerce, will start at 5:30 p.m. The food line begins at 6:30 p.m. but early arrival is advised as tables are first come, first

  • Holiday safety tips

    Ah, the holidays are here. When we last left off, you had just saved the weird neighbor from choking to death on a pistachio nut. Now, with Thanksgiving at your back, the holiday season is in full swing. Heck, they've been playing Christmas carols in the mall since Halloween. Yes, it's true, the "20

  • Holiday Card Contest, tree lighting highlight holidays

    The holiday season is approaching Laughlin! What better way to kick off the season than by participating in the Holiday Card Contest or Tree Lighting Ceremony. "Many of us are far from home and we want to have plenty of programs like this that bring with it an abundance of holiday cheer! People are

  • The Great American Smokeout: Part Deux

    Children grab carrots, apples and "Stacee's Stealth Mix" off a table while staff members receive free massages and "Mrs. Butts", a cigarette that walks and talks, greets visitors. This was the scene was in the Losano Fitness Center Nov. 18.These sights were all a part of the Great American Smokeout,

  • T-6 Maintenance Support Branch flies high

    Laughlin's T-6 Maintenance Support Branch Periodic Inspection Section has come under the spotlight in recent weeks after receiving a Notable Achievement Award for keeping the heralded T-6 flying high."The award is in recognition for their dedication and professionalism that significantly contributed