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  • Commentary -- A safety challenge

    Statistically speaking, 2010 was a great year for Air Education and Training Command. However, raw numbers are not the bottom line. The reality is that we lost an Airman this year due to a mishap and that is one too many. We all should understand that the profession of arms comes with inherent risks

  • Pearl Harbor remembered at Del Rio’s G.I. Forum

    The event that provoked the United States to enter World War II and subsequently changed the course of history was remembered in Del Rio Dec. 7.Veterans, active duty military members and supporters of the U.S. military, including Del Rio mayor Bobby Fernandez and Val Verde county judge Mike

  • Wild Game Dinner: “The biggest event Del Rio has”

    Dec. 4 marked Del Rio's 21st Annual Wild Game Dinner. About 1,700 people attended what John Campbell, president of Laughlin's Military Affairs Association, said is "the biggest event Del Rio has."The Wild Game Dinner started off as an idea at a tailgate party more than 20 years ago. This event

  • Commentary -- Xylitol: A dental phenomenon

    Dental caries, also known as cavities, is one of the most common infectious diseases known to mankind." property="og:description" />Dental caries, also known as cavities, is one of the most common infectious diseases known to mankind. Although dental caries is largely preventable, it is the most

  • 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