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  • Airman's Spotlight: Sandy Harper

    Sandy Harper, 47th Civil Engineer Squadron capital asset element chief, reflects on her prior military experiences in on-base housing, where she underwent many challenges Airmen face today. Harper’s experience as a first sergeant gave her insight into her Airmen’s day-to-day lives, which she now

  • Commander's corner: Foul-weather leadership

    Perhaps our ability to lead in difficult times is what matters most in command, or in general, leadership. Most people can probably do well in fair weather; you know the type – they show up to work on time, smile, get along with others, and report good metrics when everything is going well. But

  • XLer of the week: Senior Airman Brodie Bowen

    Senior Airman Brodie Bowen, 47th Civil Engineer Squadron fire emergency services driver operator, was chosen by wing leadership to be the “XLer” for the week of Jan. 15, 2018. The “XLer” award, presented by Col. Charlie Velino, 47th Flying Training Wing commander, is given to those who consistently

  • Laughlin fire department defends the base

    After hours, when the base is quiet and everyone has gone home, it may seem as if Laughlin Air Force Base, Texas, is still and empty. In all actuality, the heartbeat of the base—the mission essential troops—are still holding the fort down. The 47th Civil Engineer Squadron fire department is a key