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  • Culture of compliance; make it routine

    During the December unit training assembly, we welcome Brig. Gen. John J. Mooney III, the Air Force Reserve Command inspector general and the AFRC inspection team as they conduct a capstone unit effectiveness and compliance.We often talk about a "culture of compliance." Let's break that statement

  • Grissom completes 'flawless' transition to commercial fuel

    The smell of jet fuel in the morning remains the same, but something different is putting thrust behind Grissom's tankers.Following an Air Force cost savings initiative, Grissom Air Reserve Base transitioned from JP-8, a jet fuel used specifically by the Department of Defense since the late 1970's

  • New exercise physiologist uses past experience to keep Grissom in shape

    Service before self, a core value instilled in Airmen from the day they enlist, often follows them in their career after they depart, and Grissom's new exercise physiologist is an example of that.Vera Rivera, 434th Force Support Squadron exercise physiologist, recently began her new career with a

  • Grissom promotes 22 Airmen

    Airmen celebrate each stripe they earn in their service to the Air Force.Twenty-two 434th Air Refueling Wing Airmen earned new strips as they were recently promoted here.  Their names are as follows:To master sergeant:- Krystle Lucas, 434th Civil Engineer Squadron- Michael Darnell, 434th Logistics

  • Grissom fights future wars by recycling today

    Wars of tomorrow are often decided by decisions made in the present, and with that in mind, Grissom is focused on an enduring solution to be ready for those future fights - one crushed can at a time.  Last year alone, Grissom recycled 420 tons of material as part of its recycling program, said Cory

  • Grissom runners compete in 10K

    Fitness is a common theme for military members throughout history, and to celebrate the fitness center held a race to promote camaraderie and esprit de corps.Runners laced up their sneakers and hit the base running trail during a Veteran's Day 10K race at Grissom Air Reserve Base, Ind., Nov

  • 'Angels' help make holidays brighter

    Lots filled with Christmas trees haven't quite sprung up yet, but one special tree is already being decorated at Grissom - the Angel Tree.Grissom's Airman and Family Readiness Center is accepting nominations for its annual Angle Tree, a program designed to help Airmen who need a little boost during

  • November Heartland Warrior now online

    The November issue of the Heartland Warrior is now available.The official online paper of the 434th Air Refueling Wing includes 13 pages of stories, photos and features pertaining to Grissom and the U.S. Air Force.To read this issue of the Heartland Warrior, click here.Top stories include:- Grissom

  • TSP mistakes could cost money

    The phrase "plan for the worst and hope for the best" is often used when referring to retirement savings, but for many hopes are placed in the hands of others with little planning, often resulting in retirement losses.Each year federal employees and military members contribute to Thrift Savings

  • Bone marrow drive set for December UTA

    Tech. Sgt. Eileen Zlaty saved a life in 2014 by doing something she had forgotten about in 2008, and in December, Grissom Airmen will have an opportunity to do the same.Zlaty, 434th Aerospace Medicine Squadron health services management journeyman, is spearheading a bone marrow drive to help those

Public Affairs Staff

Material contained on the Official Grissom Air Reserve Base Internet Web Site is written and produced by members of the 434th Air Refueling Wing Public Affairs Office. The award-winning staff includes:

Ben Mota
Chief, public affairs

Maj. Elias Zani
Public affairs officer

Master Sgt. Wendy Day
Staff writer

Tech. Sgt. Alexa Culbert
Staff writer

Senior Airman Elise Faurote
Staff writer

Senior Airman Benjamin Cowles
Staff writer