Turkey Fryer to Turkey Fire within seconds

The traditional oven-baked turkey is quickly being replaced with the deep-fried turkey. While some people rave about this tasty creation, it poses a fire hazard if not performed correctly. Underwriters Laboratories Inc.'s (UL) safety experts are concerned that backyard chefs may be sacrificing

Area youngsters off to the races in AWANA Grand Prix

In what could only be described as a morning filled with photo finishes, six young Del Rioans took home trophies representing the hard work they put in with their parents building their AWANA Grand Prix racecars. The mini-racecars are based on the popular Boy Scout "Pinewood Derby" racers. In all,

Colonel Minahan selected for assignment to Germany

It was recently announced that Col. Mike Minahan has been selected as Executive Officer to U.S. European Command Deputy Commander Vice Admiral Richard Gallagher at USEUCOM Headquarters in Stuttgart, Germany. Colonel Minahan will be replaced by Col. John W. Doucette, who is currently serving as Vice

Laughlin unit, members take top AETC awards

The Air Education and Training Command recently announced the winners of the 2007 Mission Support Program Awards, and Laughlin's 47th Force Support Squadron stood tall earning two outstanding unit and two individual awards. The 47th FSS garnered two first-places for running the most outstanding

What happens when you're gone? Understanding your vRED, or Emergency Data Card

Every service member swears or affirms an oath to lay down their life, if necessary, to support and defend the Constitution of the United States, and does so fully understanding that casualties are a potential tragic reality of war and military service. What they don't always understand as well is

Base children trick or treat under watchful eyes

Bronze Star and a Bride - All in a day's work for Laughlin Airman

He began his day donning his Service Dress uniform, not for inspection by his first sergeant or commander, but by his soon-to-be-bride, Patty. You see, he had just returned from a year of combat duty in Iraq and was looking forward to a new chapter in his life back home marrying his sweetheart. The

CDC's costumed youngsters prowl Laughlin's streets

Halloween came early to Laughlin Air Force Base's Child Development Center. The center held its annual costume parade to celebrate the culmination of October's literacy efforts, starting and ending at the CDC after a loop around Ribas-Dominicci Circle. Throughout the month, the children listened to

Red Barons take top performers on ride of life

Some Laughlin members took a step back in time Monday morning and flew high over the local area. The Red Baron Pizza Squadron visited the local area and gave civic leaders and some of Laughlin's top performers the ride of there life. The rides were based out of the Del Rio International Airport.

Vice commander reaches 2,000 T-38 flying hours

Two thousand hours might not seem like a lot to someone who's never piloted a jet aircraft--until you consider just what it takes to accomplish it. Laughlin's vice wing commander Col. Laro Clark flew his 2,000th flying hour today. Not overall, mind you, but 2,000 hours in the T-38 alone. He has more