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'Zoolute to Dyess' 2007 honors military on Armed Forces Day

Dyess BX loss prevention team poised to decrease theft in 2007

In spite of an upgraded camera systems capable of recording to DVR as well as a 2002 amendment allowing federal retailers to pursue losses and administrative costs related to shoplifting, theft at the base exchange rose 1,425 percent, from four incidents in 2005 to 61 in 2006. As a result, the cost

Dyess offers 21-gun salute at retreat in honor of National Peace Officers Memorial Day

Cold tastes of home help deployed troops beat the summer heat

With temperatures soaring and personnel numbers surging, troops throughout Operations Enduring and Iraqi Freedom are reaching for cool drinks to beat the heat and keep up with the demanding pace of contingency operations. "Deployed Soldiers, Airmen, Sailors and Marines need significantly more to

'Fill the Boots': Abilene aids firefighters raising $ for Muscular Dystrophy

Team Dyess hosts Motorcycle Rodeo to promote esprit de corps, safety

Team Dyess motorcycle riders rallied near the flightline May 11 for a base-wide parade and competitions highlighting riders' skill and motorcycle safety. Last year's Motorcycle Rodeo was held by the 317th Airlift Group only, mirroring Air Mobility Command's annual rodeo, but this year the 317th AG

Berlin Airlift 'candy bomber' presents 317th AG with Berlin Airlift streamer for operations in Cold War, today

The Berlin Airlift "candy bomber" visited the 317th Airlift Group May 2-4 to present them with a streamer for Cold War and current operations. Retired Col. Gail Halvorsen, known to German children as "Uncle Wiggly Wings," flew with the 317th Troop Carrier Group in Operation Little Vittles in 1949,

Cycling: a way to improve run time

May is National Fitness Month, and indoor cycling might be a good option for people who are looking for a new workout routine. Cycling/spinning is high-intensity training for a full-body workout including cardio. Exercises performed during a typical session include push-ups, sit-ups, bicep and

Military Star Card strengthens Dyess Airmen’s return on investment

The use of bank-issued cards by troops at their exchanges costs the military community millions of dollars annually that could be directed to morale, welfare and recreation efforts. Last year alone, bank issued card processing expenses at Dyess Army and Air Force Exchange Service facilities jumped