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Tech. Sgt. Rafael Rhodes, 7th Security Forces Squadron military working dog trainer, was awarded the Purple Heart and Air Force Combat Action Medals Jan. 24, 2014, for being wounded in action against an enemy of the United States and for directly engaging an enemy while his life was at risk of grave danger while deployed in Afghanistan. Rhodes and his military working dog Nero both sustained injuries from an improvised explosive device explosion, while returning from a 12 hour outside-the-wire mission. (Courtesy Photo)


Dyess K-9 trainers receive Bronze Star and Purple Heart

Tech. Sgt. Rafael Rhodes, 7th Security Forces Squadron military working dog trainer, was awarded the Purple Heart and Air Force Combat Action Medals Jan. 24, 2014, for being wounded in action against an enemy of the United States and for directly engaging an enemy while his life was at risk of grave danger while deployed in Afghanistan. Rhodes and his military working dog Nero both sustained injuries from an improvised explosive device explosion, while returning from a 12 hour outside-the-wire mission. (Courtesy Photo)

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Samantha Gregory, Dyess Youth Center sports director, poses with the National Alliance for Youth Sports Excellence Award, Nov. 14, 2014 in Orlando, Fla. The Excellence Award is presented to five NAYS affiliates that are doing a superior job of providing a safe and positive experience for all participants. (Courtesy Photo)
Family members of U.S. Air Force Tech. Sgt. Roberto Ruiz, 7th Civil Engineer Squadron, watch him boarding an airplane Jan. 8, 2015, at the Abilene Regional Airport in Abilene, Texas. Several family members of more than 30 Dyess personnel spent time with their Airmen before they boarded a plane bound for deployment. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Kedesha Pennant/Released)
U.S. Air Force Staff Sgt. Tania De La Cruz, 7th Civil Engineer Squadron, sheds tears as her husband departs the Abilene Regional Airport Jan. 8, 2015, in Abilene, Texas. This is the fourth deployment that De La Cruz and her husband spent apart. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Kedesha Pennant/Released)
U.S. Air Force Staff Sgt. Robert Calton, 7th Civil Engineer Squadron, hugs his daughter, Cecilia, Jan. 8, 2015, in Abilene, Texas. Calton and other Dyess Airmen said goodbye to their families before departing Abilene Regional Airport for a deployment. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Kedesha Pennant/Released)
U.S. Air Force Senior Airman Jonathan Heuton, 7th Civil Engineer Squadron heating, ventilation and air conditioning technician, his wife, Kayla, and son, Jace, spend time at the Abilene Regional Airport Jan. 8, 2015, in Abilene, Texas. Heuton and other Dyess Airmen were tasked to deploy in support of U.S. military operations around the globe. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Kedesha Pennant/Released)
U.S. Air Force Staff Sgt. Aaron Ryder, 7th Civil Engineer Squadron electrician, has his finger held by his son, Colt, Jan. 8, 2015, in Abilene, Texas. More than 30 Dyess Airmen spent time with their families at Abilene Regional Airport before departing in support of deployed operations. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Kedesha Pennant/Released)
U.S. Air Force Staff Sgt. David Cedeno, 7th Civil Engineer Squadron electrician, receives help with his luggage from his daughter, Kathleen, Jan. 8, 2015, at the Abilene Regional Airport in Abilene, Texas. More than 30 Dyess Airmen recently departed from ABI, deploying in support of U.S. military operations around the globe. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Kedesha Pennant/Released)
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U.S. Air Force Master Sgt. Jennifer Weiss, 7th Communications Squadron first sergeant, carries a bucket of water while Senior Master Sgt. Christy Hayes, 7th Aircraft Maintenance Squadron first sergeant, dumps a bucket of water into a trash can during the Firefighter Challenge Oct. 10, 2014, at Dyess Air Force Base, Texas. The Firefighter Challenge was one of several events held for National Fire Prevention week. The event was designed to build cohesion between the fire department and other units. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Autumn Velez/Released)
U.S. Air Force 1st Lt. Dustin Gooden, 7th Civil Engineer Squadron section commander, hits a keiser sled during the Firefighter Challenge Oct. 10, 2014, at Dyess Air Force Base, Texas. Keiser sleds are a training tool used by firefighters to simulate forcible entry specifically in the event of a fire. It was used during the Firefighter challenge to give other units the chance to experience training that firefighters undergo. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Autumn Velez/Released)
Sparky, the National Fire Prevention mascot, interacts with children from the Dyess Air Force Base Child Development Center Oct. 9, 2014 at Dyess Air Force Base, Texas. Sparky visited the base for National Fire Prevention week. The week focuses on the importance of precautionary acts in order to prepare members of the base in the event of a fire. This year’s theme is “Smoke alarms save lives: test yours every month.” (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Autumn Velez/Released)
Children from the Dyess Air Force Base Child Development Center (CDC) wait in line to visit Sparky, the National Fire Prevention mascot, Oct. 7, 2014, at Dyess Air Force Base, Texas. Sparky paid a visit to the CDC to promote fire prevention awareness during National Fire Prevention week. Sparky is used as a tool to help children identify with fire safety. (U.S Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Autumn Velez/Released)