Program allows deployed Airmen to save pay

Airmen can now put their money to work while deployed by enrolling in an interest-accruing savings program. The Savings Deposit Program allows military members deployed in combat zones to deposit all or part of their pay into a Department of Defense savings account up to $10,000. Interest accrues on

Energy conservation a priority, group effort at McChord

Over the last 20 years, the Air Force has reduced facility energy usage by 30 percent by incorporating energy conservation into operations -- without impacting the mission. The Air Force is pushing to cut usage even more in the future -- another 20 percent by 2015. For the last two years, McChord

PT gear in high demand

For the first time in the Air Force's 59 year history, Airmen reporting for physical training must show up in the same gear beginning Sunday. But while several agencies have been preparing for this change for some time, the last-minute rush on the new mandatory gear is creating an overwhelming

Good times

CFC allows Airmen to give to many charities

The Combined Federal Campaign and its wide array of charities makes it easy for federal employees and military personnel of South Puget Sound to give.The program, which was created 45 years ago to help federal employees simplify their annual charitable giving plan, is now taking enrollment at

Flu vaccinations available for active duty Airmen

The arrival of fall brings with it not only the changing of the colors of the leaves on the trees, but flu season as well.The single best way to prevent the flu is to get a flu vaccination each fall, said Maj. James Ault, a health care integrator with the 62nd Medical Group.It's also required by Air

AMC shows versatility, mobility in time of need

What started as a routine cargo transport missionturned into a chance to showcase a feat of teamwork and versatility for the 7th Airlift Squadron from McChord Air Force Base.   McChord Airmen played a vital role in transporting Maj. Jill Metzgerafter her recent ordeal, but it wasn't until the last

In remembrance

Base public Web site undergoes upgrades

McChord's public Web site has recently been upgraded to a standardized Air Force format, which includes more information and resources and is easier to navigate. The site's new-look and user friendly format makes it easier for the off-base public to gather information about McChord and the Air

McChord does its part to conserve energy, fuel

Because energy costs are significantly impacting the Air Force's bottom line, Secretary of the Air Force Michael Wynne stressed energy conservation and his desire to make the Air Force more energy efficient in a recent letter."The Air Force has developed a two-pronged energy strategy to attack this