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Thursday, March 23, 2017

Vol. 61 No. 12

Rocking and Running:

Blue Steel serenades Wing War Fit

By Dave Smith 21st Space Wing Public Affairs staff writer

PETERSON AIR FORCE BASE, Colo. — Wing War Fit on March 21, 2017, at Peterson Air Force Base, Colorado, was an eclectic mix of fitness, nutrition and motivating music as Team Pete participants were regaled by the U.S. Air Force Academy Band’s Blue Steel ensemble and treated to fresh fruit from the Peterson AFB Commissary.

Chaplain (Capt.) Joshua Flynn, 21st Space Wing chaplain, took on

PETERSON AIR FORCE BASE, Colo. — Blue Steel performs for Team Pete during Wing War Fit at Peterson Air Force Base, Colorado, March 21, 2017. Blue Steel is the commercial, popular music ensemble of the United States Air Force Academy Band.

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(U.S. Air Force photos by Airman 1st Class Dennis Hoffman)

PETERSON AIR FORCE BASE, Colo. — Members of the 21st Space Wing stretch before Wing War Fit at Peterson Air Force Base, Colorado, March 21, 2017. Team Pete had the pleasure of hosting Blue Steel, the commercial, popular music ensemble of the United States Air Force Academy Band.

Supporting the warfighter: 21st MSG steps up

By Airman 1st Class Dennis Hoffman 21st Space Wing Public Affairs

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— The success of Space Mission Force rests on the shoulders of our Airmen, on whom the U.S. depends on to preserve freedoms, and who are prepared to assume the mantle of vanguards of the space domain, regardless of career field.

At Peterson Air Force Base, Colorado, Col. Timothy Ryan, 21st Mission Support Group commander, and the 21st MSG continues their focus on support to assure all the units affected by the SMF culture shift are taken care of, and have all resources

Despite world interest in avoiding militarization of space, potential adversaries have identified the use of space as an advantage for U.S. military forces, and are actively fielding systems to deny our use of space in a conflict. available to progress our level of space superiority.

“The 21 MSG has always maintained a warfighter support focus, which is well suited to the SMF,” said Ryan. “The SMF construct fits well into our already existing mission-enabling and support culture we have developed here.”

For example, the 21st Contracting Squadron and the 21st Civil Engineer Squadron are responsible for engineering, contracting out and maintaining the sensitive compartmented information facilities and many others where SMF will reside.

This includes their most recent initiative with the 4th Space Control Squadron to

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provide protective covers for their weapon systems.

“Our Airmen are dedicated to the mission,” said Lt. Col. Chad Gemeinhardt, 21st CES commander. “We are all part of Team Pete. Whatever is needed to progress the 21st Space Wing and our SMF forward, the Airmen under 21st CES will be ready, willing and able to contribute all we have to assure mission success.”

Additional support also includes their civil engineers ensuring power and backup power, as well as the 21st Communications Squadron supporting communication availability for SMF operations. Lastly, 21st See Warfighter page 4

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Exciting springtime activities around Colorado Springs PETERSON AIR FORCE BASE, Colo.

— With spring right around the corner and spring-like weather getting a jump start this year, it’s time to start taking advantage of the sunshine. Whether you are a ski bum who is disappointed to see winter coming to an end or an indoor-type of person, most can agree that the Colorado sunshine is worth soaking up now and then.

Colorado Springs is great city to experience a variety of activities for all interests.

For those who enjoy exercise, there are ample hiking, running and biking trails to enjoy. A few of my favorites are Red Rock Canyon Open Space, Ute Valley Park, North Cheyenne Cañon Park and the Santa Fe Trail.

All of these parks are dog-friendly and offer trails at a variety of skill levels. Red Rock Canyon also offers two off-leash dog trails.

The Santa Fe Trail is accessible from the

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U.S. Air Force Academy and it’s a perfect six mile trip from the north gate parking lot to Baptist Road and back. Before setting out for a hike or bike ride, it’s always a good idea to look at the park map and plan out your route and don’t forget the H2O. Another excellent springtime activity is horseback riding at the US Air Force Academy. The Academy Equestrian Center offers hourly or daily rentals at an affordable

rate. Trail riders will have the opportunity to explore the 1000 acres of trails on base or the nearby Pike National Forest. The Equestrian Center staff will choose your horse according to riding ability, so everyone, from beginner to experienced, will have a fun experience!

Colorado Springs is celebrating Earth Day on April 16 from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the Garden of the Gods Visitor and Nature Center. There will be parking at Rock Ledge Ranch and a shuttle to the festivities every 15 minutes. The free event is full of family fun, to include the Air Force Academy Falconer’s, American Indian Dancers, Chemical Magic Show, nature walks and much more. This event is a great way to experience Garden of the Gods Park while supporting Earth Day. Fishing is another great way to find joy in the transition from winter to spring. Crystal Creek Reservoir in the Pikes Peak Recreation

Action Line The 21st Space Wing maintains a commander's action line, a direct link to the 21st Space Wing commander. The wing commander encourages its use. Concerns should be addressed at the lowest possible level in the chain of command and elevated as necessary.

area and Monument Lake are both excellent fishing areas for everyone. Whether you are on your first fishing adventure or an experienced fisherman, you are bound to have a wonderful time enjoying the peaceful outdoors. Don’t forget to purchase a Fishing License from Colorado Fish and Wildlife before heading out.

Those of us who have the privilege of working up at Cheyenne Mountain AFS get to enjoy plenty of wildlife this time of year.

Every day we slalom around scores of deer and turkeys as we travel NORAD Rd and see the occasional bobcat or bear. Colorado Springs is a great place to be in every season, but springtime is especially enjoyable as the winter weather starts to taper off. No matter what activity you choose to do this spring, you are sure to have a fantastic and memorable time.

To reach the action line: 21st Space Wing members and its GSUs can email 21sw.pa.action.line@us.af.mil.

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Space NCO wins AF safety award Saved child’s life, teaches others how to do the same

By Dave Grim Air Force Space Command Public Affairs

PETERSON AIR FORCE BASE, Colo.

— The Air Force Chief of Safety commended the efforts of an Air Force Space Command Airman who turned a personal tragedy into a public service that has helped make hundreds of children safer on the road.

Air Force Chief of Safety Maj. Gen. Andrew Mueller awarded the “Ground Safety Well Done Award” to Staff Sgt. Ashley Green, who is assigned to the Advanced Space Operations School at Peterson Air Force Base, Colorado.

With seeing the firsthand results of how a properly used car seat could save a child’s life, Green got certified in September 2014.

Maj. Gen. David Thompson and Chief Master Sgt. Brendan Criswell, vice commander and command chief of Air Force Space Command, surprised Green at her workplace to present her with the award.

Green earned the award for her actions following a life-changing event in February 2014.

Green was pregnant and went into labor.

Green and her husband were rushing to the hospital with their 3-year-old daughter in the back seat.

“We ended up getting T-boned,” said Green, ”I remember seeing my daughter in the accident…the way she looked. I remember getting to the hospital and being told nothing other than that my daughter was in good hands, and they were doing everything they could.”

Everyone involved in the accident was seriously injured, but Green’s daughter was hurt the worst.

“The first responders stated if my daughter hadn’t been in her seat correctly, she wouldn’t have made it,” said Green. Her son, who was

(U.S. Air Force photo by Dave Grim)

PETERSON AIR FORCE BASE, Colo. — U.S. Air Force Maj. Gen. David Thompson (left) and Chief Master Sgt. Brendan Criswell (right), vice commander and command chief of Air Force Space Command, present Staff Sgt. Ashley Green (center) with the Air Force Chief of Safety Ground Safety Job Well Done Award at Peterson Air Force Base, Colorado, March 3, 2017. Green, who is assigned to the Advanced Space Operations School at Peterson Air Force Base, began teaching child seat safety after a 2014 auto accident where a car seat saved her 3-year-old daughter’s life. delivered by emergency caesarian section, also survived.

Weeks later, Green had her grandmother get her son’s car seat checked by a certified inspector before she could take the baby home from the hospital. In the months that followed, Green says she had her children’s car seats checked dozens of times to make herself feel better. At a child safety event, she found out that anyone could get trained and certified as a child passenger safety technician.

With seeing the firsthand results of how a properly used car seat could save a child’s life, Green got certified in September 2014.

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Since then, she’s been teaching new parents about car seat safety.

According to her citation, in 2016 she put in 400 hours of community service, teaching new parents about proper car seat installation and usage, which dramatically increased the safety of 654 children. She also helped raise $50,000 for hospital charities and organized a course that certified eleven child passenger safety technicians.

Thompson, before presenting the award, said Green’s passion hasn’t gone unnoticed.

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“I had no idea,” recalled Green, who was surprised with the presentation. “When I heard the general start talking about what was going on, I started tearing up, because to know that not only my unit is noticing, and the people around the community are noticing, but people that high are noticing and recognizing me for it,” said Green.

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BASE BR IEFS EAST GATE CLOSED

The east gate will be closing the evening of Sunday, April 2nd and will re-open to traffic on Monday, April 10th. During this time, all commercial vehicles are required to use the west gate entrance only. Privately owned vehicles are to use the west and north gate entrances during this period. Pease plan drive times accordingly.

To support the closure, Security Forces will change the north gate hours: The north gate will be open Monday through Friday from 5 a.m. to 8 p.m. and Saturday/Sunday from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.

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Meet defense, technical, cyber and intelligence focused organizations to explore job and professional development opportunities Tuesday March 28th at The Club from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. More information and R.S.V.P. available at http://transitioncareers. com/events/peterson-afb/

PETERSON COMMUNITY DINNER

To celebrate Asian-Pacific Islander heritage month the Chapel will host a community dinner Thursday, April 6th from 5 — 7 p.m. Come one, come all!

PETERSON CELEBRATES 75 YEARS

April 28th marks the 75th Anniversary “Diamond Jubilee” for

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Peterson Airfield. The First Sergeants will be throwing a birthday celebration during Final Friday at The Club.

CAR WASH

For base personnel, the car wash is now fixed! Please come by and spring clean your car!

CALLING WIDOWS AND WIDOWERS

The Society of Military Widows is open to all Military Widows of any branch of military service, regardless of the spouse’s rank.

The Pikes Peak Chapter 15 of the Society of Military Widows meets on the last Wednesday of the month at 10:30 am at The Club.

Please call 719-597-0492 or 719-591-9523 for more information.

UNIQUE OPPORTUNITY AT THE CHAPEL

The Peterson Air Force Base Chapel currently has a Wedding/ Funeral Liaison contract position available for bid. Statements of work with full specifications and qualifications along with bid documents can be obtained the Base Chapel. Resumes and sealed bids are due to the Chapel Office no later than 4:30 p.m. April 10. An interview will be required and qualified applicants will be notified of specific interview date and time. Basis of Award is on the best value to the government. A criminal history background investigation will be conducted upon contract award. For more information on the application process, contact Staff Sgt. Roa at 719-556-4442 or email at benjamin.roa@us.af.mil.

continue to provide planning and programming support for SMF-related facility projects, to include working with 21 CONS to establish contracts critical to facility and mission system sustainment.

Additionally, 21st MSG’s contracting squadron has a detachment in Denmark which develops and oversees all sustainment contracts for Thule AB. 21st CS will also continue to assist wing GSUs with cyber support, where possible, to ensure SMF cyber systems remain operational, protected and communicate with forces globally.

Being that this year is the Year of the Space Tactician, 21st MSG’s role in assuring mission success here at the 21st SW is an important one.

“The space tacticians will continue to receive outstanding support from the 21 MSG,” said Ryan. “This includes ensuring that the SMF commanders have a ready deployable force that can begin their operational cycle on-time at home or abroad.”

In support of the 4th SPCS and 16th SPCS SMF missions, 21st MSG will continue to provide facility mission assurance by ensuring power is available 24/7. 21st CS and the 721st CS will begin conducting Functional Mission Analysis in the 2017 fiscal year to identify the 21 SW’s key cyber terrain. Ryan said the results of this analysis will inform our cybersecurity and risk postures, enabling us to make data driven decisions on where and or how to reallocate resources and provide mission assurance for all units and weapon systems that are a part of the

From page 1 MSG’s security forces personnel provide home station security of Peterson AFB SMF assets, along with deploying side-by-side with SMF Airmen to provide the combatant commands with space control capabilities.

Considering Peterson AFB is the largest geographically separated wing in the Air Force, coordinating support between all geographically separated units including this new shift to SMF culture is a challenge 21st MSG is ready to take on.

“Our MSG units provide a variety of support to our GSUs, and this will be no different under the SMF construct,” Ryan said.

The 21st Logistics Readiness Squadron supports 21st SW GSUs by managing the supply and bench stock points at every location, along with a future increased role in the replenishment and sustainment of Thule Air Base, Greenland, and Clear AB, Alaska, he said.

21st LRS also includes a host-tenant support agreements section that ensures host or nearby installations provide the support to our GSU Airmen and missions. 21st CES will continue to be the reach-back for GSUs on engineering, fire protection, environmental and readiness technical support, which will provide continuity and minimize impacts due to SMF cadre rotations.

Furthermore, Ryan said the 21st CES will

21st SW’s SMF. With the culture and battle landscape shifting to the space domain, the 21st SW and the 21st MSG are working steadfast to ensure our wing and our respective command are postured for mission excellence and space superiority, said Ryan.

As a global resource domain, space is integral to commerce and is an essential element of global stability and joint warfare, and is no longer a sanctuary where the U.S. or our allies and partners operate in an uncontested environment.

Despite world interest in avoiding militarization of space, potential adversaries have identified the use of space as an advantage for U.S. military forces, and are actively fielding systems to deny our use of space in a conflict.

This new SMF culture shift prepares our space forces to meet the challenges of today’s space domain while ensuring the continuation of vital space capabilities for the joint force now, and in the future, according to the Space Mission Force White Paper.

The realization of the SMF culture shift is not only dependent on the shoulders of the space operators and tacticians in the command, but also on the Airmen providing mission assurance and support.

“SMF postures us for the future,” said Col. Troy Endicott, 21st Operations Group commander. “Its focus on threat-based advanced training will put us on a sure-footing to meet the challenges of conflict that might extend to space.”

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Rocky Mountain USAF Flight Training Center a staple at Peterson AFB

By Shellie-Anne Espinosa 21 Space Wing Public Affairs

PETERSON AIR FORCE BASE, Colo.

— Nestled in Hangar 133 at Peterson Air Force Base, Colorado, is the Rocky Mountain United States Air Force Flight Training Center, formerly known as the Peterson AFB Aero club. The training center’s history began as the Aero Club at Pete Field in 1951 as one of the first aero clubs in the Air Force.

Back in 1948, Gen. Curtis LeMay, Strategic Air Command commander, saw a need for an aero club when he came across some Airmen tinkering with airplanes in hangars.

“LeMay said, ‘if they’re going to do this, then let’s do this right’,” said Greg Cortum, Rocky Mountain USAF Flight Training Center manager and school director.

LeMay started the first aero club at Offut AFB, Nebraska, in 1951, with three more clubs, to include Peterson, starting shortly thereafter. The clubs focused on teaching members how to fly and how to do so safely.

Cortum said the mission is the same today as it was 66 years ago.

“The mission is to give the lowest cost, most professional aircraft services school possible to support all the military and Department of Defense people,” said Cortum.

The Rocky Mountain USAF Flight Training Center is now a Federal Aviation Administration Part 141 school, causing the aero club to be renamed a training center.

At one point, there were 50 aero clubs and training centers in the Air Force. Cortum said now there are only 17 left.

The training center prides itself on safety.

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PETERSON AIR FORCE BASE, Colo. — Original Air Defense Command Aero Club members gather around the club’s first aircraft, the Cessna 140, at Peterson Field, Colorado, in 1951. In the 66 years since its establishment, the aero club had officially become a Federal Aviation Administration Part 141 school, causing the club’s name to be changed to the Rocky Mountain USAF Flight Training Center.

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Need a space tactician? Det. 1 is at your service

By Dave Smith 21st Space Wing Public Affairs staff writer

PETERSON AIR FORCE BASE, Colo. — About one year ago, on March 1, 2016, the 21st Operations Group, Detachment 4 at Beale Air Force Base, California, was realigned under the 21st Operations Support Squadron as Detachment 1.

The 21st OSS provides operations support to 21 geographically separated units of the 21st Space Wing, including weather, maintenance, intelligence, airfield operations, weapon system training, and weapons and tactics capabilities. The squadron supports warning, surveillance and space control units while deploying trained Airmen to fulfill specific duties.

The mission of Det. 1 is to instruct Airmen and allies on upgraded early warning radar fundamentals so they are tactically trained and knowledgeable on the equipment. The detachment consists of nine personnel including two officers, six enlisted and an enlisted Canadian service member.

The realignment under 21st OSS was a move of efficiency.

“The 21st OSS can better support the large amount of administrative oversight and logistics required for operating a training detachment,” said Capt. Jonathan Brydie, Det. 1 commander.

Following realignment the detachment’s mission remained the same, to develop the next generation of Upgraded Early Warning Radar tacticians, he said.

Students come from about 30 different groups and locations including Canada. Leadership at Beale AFB provided help in simplifying the student experience by providing an effective process to establish lodging in advance of arrival for training, Brydie said.

Ensuring there is no training gap between the Initial Qualification Training and Mission Qualification Training, which is conducted by the units, is another important part of Det. 1’s mission.

The base provides a van for Det. 1, as well. The van eliminates the need for students renting vehicles, or driving their own, and offers transportation between classes, lodging and other Air Force Instruction approved locations. Other services from the base have made life for Brydie’s team easier.

“The base has assisted Det. 1’s instructor cadre by offering the Principles of Instruction course which eliminated the need for the formal instructors to go on a temporary duty assignment for a basic instructor course,” he said.

Since the realignment under 21st OSS the detachment can count numerous successes among its accomplishments. For

example, it is the first tactical-level formal training unit in the Air Force Space Command.

Another notable accomplishment is having seven instructors perform a total of 3,400 hours of training resulting in the graduation of 56 new space tacticians. They developed more than 220 hours of training curriculum, comprised of 3,000 documents, within a three-month period earning them a 21st SW Gold Knight Award.

The accomplishments continue to accumulate, but the biggest milestone goes back to the beginning.

“One of the largest milestones was establishing the Detachment from the ground up,” said Brydie. “Not only the administrative requirements, but the training curriculum for our mission in the support of our operational units.”

The 7th Space Warning Squadron provides Det. 1 with facility support operations including security management, janitorial services, and information technology. Additionally, the 7th SWS, 12th SWS, Thule Air Base, Greenland, and the 13th SWS, Clear Air Force Station, Alaska, help shape Det. 1’s curriculum by providing feedback on student performance and other input.

Shellie-Anne Espinosa, 21st Space Wing Public Affairs writer contributed to this article.

180-day civilian hiring restriction reinstated for military retirees

By Richard Salomon Air Force Personnel Center Public Affairs

JOINT BASE SAN ANTONIO-RANDOLPH, Texas — Military retirees seeking to enter civil service in the Defense Department now require a waiver if they are within 180 days following their official date of retirement.

The new DOD requirement took effect Dec. 23, 2016, as part of the National Defense Authorization Act of fiscal year 2017. However, personnel who fall under a special salary rate table, such as air traffic controllers and information technology managers, are exempt from

the 180-day requirement.

Enacted in 1964, the 180-day policy was waived after a state of national emergency was declared Sept. 14, 2001.

After that, the Air Force had the flexibility to appoint retired military members within 180 days of retirement without needing to first seek a waiver.

“The Air Force is committed to sustaining and supporting a diverse civilian workforce,” said Sandy Pyott, the Civilian Force Management branch chief. “We recognize the virtues that retirees, veterans and career civil servants bring to the table and how working together we can continue to be a world-class organization.”

This policy applies to all non-appropriated and appropriated fund civilian positions in the competitive

and excepted service, senior executive service and senior level positions, and scientific and professional positions.

The policy also includes all permanent, temporary, term, part-time, flexible and intermittent positions.

Waivers may be submitted when it is determined that the retired military member is more highly qualified than the other candidates on the referral certificate. Members who are separating from the military and are not entitled to receive retirement pay from the armed services are not impacted by the 180-day wait period. Positions that fall under the special salary rate table are also exempt from the policy.

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How mail gets to the AOR

By Senior Airman Andrew Park 386th Air Expeditionary Wing Public Affairs

SOUTHWEST ASIA — Deployments have changed over the years. It’s now easier than ever to stay connected with loved ones back at home through video chats and messenger applications, but there still isn’t anything quite like receiving a hand-written birthday card or a care package with a favorite homemade snack. In fact, mail calls are important for boosting morale.

Getting these letters and packages to the 386th Air Expeditionary Wing not only requires covering long distances, but also includes the concerted efforts of a variety of locations and units.

Before the mail even arrives in the U.S. Air Forces Central Command area of responsibility, the 609th Air Communication Squadron, an AFCENT tenant unit, works as a liaison between the post office and the host nation’s customs agency to ensure the incoming mail makes a smooth transition to its destination, explained Tech. Sgt. Melissa Cervantes, the 609th ACOMS mail control activity chief.

“We perform quality assurance on Department of Defense United States Postal Service mail movement contracts and monitor 450 plus flights annually while providing government oversight and verification of contractor weighed and built pallets,” Cervantes said. “We also process, receive and dispatch from 11 inbound and outbound international commercial carriers.”

Through the process of monitoring and verifying all these pallets, the squadron processes an average of 4.5 million pounds of mail, shipping to 578 world locations in support of 160,000 deployed personnel throughout the AOR, said Cervantes.

The mail is then taken from the airport to a Joint Military Mail Terminal, where it is X-rayed and inspected to ensure there are no prohibited items being shipped, she explained. Next, the mail is sorted by zip code, palletized and then loaded onto a truck.

Up to two of these trucks head to the 386th each day, where they are offloaded by post office contractors and sorted with the help of volunteers from around base, said 1st Lt. Venkatesh Kamath, the 386th Expeditionary Communications Squadron plans and resources flight commander.

The mail on these trucks includes letters

(U.S. Air Force photo/Senior Airman Andrew Park)

SOUTHWEST ASIA — Airman Brent Downs, a 386th Expeditionary Logistics Readiness Squadron supply journeyman, places a box in its designated location at the post office at the 386th Air Expeditionary Wing’s deployed location in Southwest Asia, March 11, 2017. Post office contractors and volunteers sort and stow mail not only for the 386th, but other branches and coalition partners around base as well. and packages not only for the 386th, but other branches and coalition partners around base as well. Sometimes this mail can be for geographically-separated units operating in austere locations, Kamath said.

Getting mail to all these entities can pose a problem considering the confined space in which contractors operate, he explained.

For now, they have an organized process in place to make the most out of the small space, but as the base continues to grow, they’ll begin to look for ways to grow the space as well.

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COLORADO SPRINGS, Colo. — The 302nd Airlift Wing 2016 Annual Awards recipients pose for a photo March 4, 2017 in downtown Colorado Springs, Colorado. From left to right are Maj. Jami Fernandez, 34th Aeromedical Evacuation Squadron, Master Sgt. David Perez, 302nd Operations Support Squadron, Senior Master Sgt. Belissa Bermudez, 302nd Airlift Wing, Tech. Sgt. Douglas Lemp, 39th Aerial Port Squadron and Senior Airman Elliott Jones, 302nd Civil Engineer Squadron.

By 302nd Airlift Wing Public Affairs

PETERSON AIR FORCE BASE, Colo. — The mile-high wing celebrated its outstanding Citizen Airmen of 2016 during the Annual Awards Banquet held on the evening of March, 4 2017.

The annual awards program recognizes outstanding achievements in the areas of leadership, job performance, significant self-improvement and contributions to both on and off-base communities. The Civilian Employee of the Year award category was a new addition to the awards program in 2016. The 302nd Airlift Wing Annual Award winners for 2016 are: • 302nd AW Airman of the Year, Senior Airman Elliott Jones, 302nd Civil Engineer Squadron • 302nd AW NCO of the Year, Tech. Sgt. Douglas Lemp, 39th Aerial Port Squadron • 302nd AW Senior NCO of the Year, Senior Master Sgt. Belissa Bermudez, 302nd AW • 302nd AW First Sergeant of the Year, Master Sgt. David Perez, 302nd Operations Support Squadron • 302nd AW Company Grade Officer of the Year, Capt. Michael Hall, 731st Airlift Squadron • 302nd AW Field Grade Officer of the Year, Maj. Jami Fernandez, 34th Aeromedical Evacuation Squadron • 302nd AW Civilian of the Year, Ms. Stacey Cameron, 302nd Communications Flight

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the March Wing War Fit several months ago, serving as project officer. He decided to combine a few things to make the activity more appealing.

“I absolutely love fitness and through some research found out that March was military nutrition month,” he said. “I wanted to merge those two together because nutrition and fitness go hand in hand.”

Flynn said he wanted to involve as many of the base’s helping agencies as possible in setting up the event. He worked with the Health and Wellness Center, commissary, the Retirees Activities Office and of course, the chapel, to name a few. Various squadrons, including the 21st Force Support Squadron, 21st Medical Group and the 21st Wing Staff Agency, are part of the group as well.

“This is a total base effort for this wing war fit,” said Flynn.

For Blue Steel’s part, the band debuted their original song “Fly Higher,” during the event.

“The idea of the song is to inspire people to service,” said Senior Airman Craig Larimer, operations manager for Blue Steel, as well as keyboardist and vocalist for the band. “We want to recruit for the Air Force, but we want to encourage people to all kinds of service, whether it’s as a member of any branch of the military, a fire fighter, teacher or any public service. That’s the kind of message we promote.”

The band recorded video footage during wing war fit for later use in a music video for “Fly Higher.” Larimer said some footage will be incorporated into the video which will be used for various purposes like motivation and recruiting.

Since the Wing War Fit is all about health, it only seemed right to tie in National Nutrition Month, since it happens in March. A representative from the HAWC will provide a short briefing about the importance of healthy eating and the free resources the center offers.

Further incorporating nutrition, Flynn reached out to Andrew Brookes, Peterson AFB Commissary manager and Dolores Stanley, produce manager, because they donated items to an event the chapel was involved with last year.

“I approached them to see if they would like to be involved in the Wing War Fit especially since it is national nutrition month,” said Flynn. “They went above and beyond and donated several items like apples, oranges, and bananas.”

Wing War Fit is a monthly event when units form up, stretch and then embark on a group 5-K run around Peterson AFB.

(U.S. Air Force photo by Shellie-Anne Espinosa)

(Top) PETERSON AIR FORCE BASE, Colo. — Members of the 21st Space Wing warm up to the sounds of Blue Steel for Wing War Fit at Peterson Air Force Base, Colorado, March 21, 2017. The 21st Space Wing War Fit is a monthly event in which members of the wing get together for physical fitness.

(Left) PETERSON AIR FORCE BASE, Colo . — Fruit and snacks await members of the 21st Space Wing at the finish line of the 5K portion of the Wing War Fit at Peterson Air Force Base, Colorado, March 21, 2017. The snacks were donated by the Peterson AFB Commissary as part of National Nutrition Month.

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(U.S. Air Force photo by Steve Kotecki)

PETERSON AIR FORCE BASE, Colo. — Team Pete runs past Blue Steel during Wing War Fit at Peterson Air Force Base, Colorado, March 21, 2017. Blue Steel, a part of the United States Air Force Academy Band, debuted their new song at the beginning of the 5K.

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Training From page 5 On the rare occasion that a plane malfunctions, the instructors make sure the students know what to do.

“We had a plane a couple of years ago that had an engine failure,” said Cortum. “He landed in a cow pasture out east, put a cover on it, gave me a call, and I got it right back.”

Cortum pointed out the Rocky Mountain USAF Flight Training Center’s safety record is three times better than the general aviation safety record.

“We have a really good reputation,” said Cortum. “It is known that any pilots we put out, because our name is attached to them, will be safe, great aviators.”

Today, the training center’s membership is at 220 members. The center has about 20 instructors and is looking to expand.

“I have more students than I have airplanes or instructors for, which is a good thing to have,” said Cortum.

In order to fly, you have to be a member of the training center. The membership dues are what pays for the insurance on the planes.

The center is self-insured through the Air Force, but it usually costs them $3,000-$6,000

(U.S. Air Force photo by Shellie-Anne Espinosa)

PETERSON AIR FORCE BASE, Colo. — The 1965 Beech 95-B55 aircraft sits in a corner of Hangar 133 at Peterson Air Force Base, Colorado, March 20, 2017. This aircraft along with six others are part of the Rocky Mountain USAF Flight Training Center, which teaches people affiliated with the Department of Defense how to fly. a month to insure their planes.

Currently, the training center has 13 planes. Only seven are operational, including the plane that was reskinned after the July 2016 hail storm. The remaining six are still

awaiting repairs. Each one can cost upwards of $96,000 to reskin.

“You can’t buy these airplanes,” Cortum said. “Even though they’re Cessnas, they have big powerful engines that were made for the

U.S. Air Force Academy. They used them for 20 to 30 years before all the aero clubs got them. They’re great airplanes.”

The training center supports various elements of the military in addition to teaching people how to fly. The planes are available to those who may need them in an emergency.

“If anything bad were to happen in the world, our aircraft are here to take the military folks where they need to go,” said Cortum.

NORAD and USNORTHCOM rent planes from the training center to do some of their missions. At one point in the history of the training center, this practice was stopped, however, Cortum helped to start this partnership back up seven years ago.

In addition to different commands using the planes for its missions, individuals are able to rent these aircraft to go on temporary duty assignments. Cortum said in the event these people can find a group to fly with them, the cost is significantly cheaper to the Air Force than flying commercial.

With 66 years under its belt, the Rocky Mountain Training Center is poised to be around for many more years as it continues to be a staple at Peterson. Cortum said this is all thanks to the generosity of others, from money that has helped with hail damage repairs to the donation of the planes themselves.

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Annual Chief ’s Induction Ceremony (U.S. Air Force photos by Robb Lingley)

(Top) PETERSON AIR FORCE BASE, Colo. — Chief Master Sgt. Marty R. Rush, Air Force Space Command Public Affairs chief enlisted manager, who helped emcee the event, announces Chief Master Sgt. promotees March 17, 2017 at The Club, Peterson Air Force Base, Colorado. The Annual Chief’s Induction Ceremony is hosted by the Colorado Springs Area Chief’s Group.

(Left) PETERSON AIR FORCE BASE, Colo. — Chief Master Sgt. select Matthew Console, 21st Space Wing Communication Squadron, and his wife receive the chiefs medallion from General Jay Raymond, Air Force Space Command commander, Chief Master Sgt. Brendan Criswell, Air Force Space Command command master chief, and Chief Master Sgt. Douglas Lawless, Air Force Space Command chief enlisted manager, comptroller directorate.

PETERSON AIR FORCE BASE, Colo. — Newly promoted, current, and retired Chief Master Sgts. gather for a group photo March 17, 2017 at The Club, Peterson Air Force Base, Colorado. Becoming a Chief is an obligation of the highest importance. It encompasses honor, integrity, dedication and trust.

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PETERSON AIR FORCE BASE, Colo. — Chief Master Sgt. select Henry Adkins, 721st Security Forces Squadron, and family receive the chiefs medallion from General Jay Raymond, Air Force Space Command commander, Chief Master Sgt. Brendan Criswell, Air Force Space Command command master chief, and Chief Master Sgt. Douglas Lawless, Air Force Space Command chief enlisted manager, comptroller directorate.

PETERSON AIR FORCE BASE, Colo. — Chief Master Sgt. select Eva Rogers, 21st Comptrollers Squadron, and family receive the chiefs medallion from General Jay Raymond, Air Force Space Command commander, Chief Master Sgt. Brendan Criswell, Air Force Space Command command master chief, and Chief Master Sgt. Douglas Lawless, Air Force Space Command chief enlisted manager, comptroller directorate.

PETERSON AIR FORCE BASE, Colo. — Newly promoted Chief Master Sgts. receive plaques during the Chief’s Induction Ceremony March 17, 2017 at The Club, Peterson Air Force Base, Colorado. Plaques are given annually to the newly promoted chief’s as a memento by the Colorado Springs Area Chief’s Group to remember the event.

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BUCKLEY AIR FORCE BASE, Colo. — Chief Master Sgt. Tom Kimball retired from the Air Force Feb. 17, 2017 at Buckley Air Force Base, Colorado. Kimball served more than 24 years in the Air Force.

By Master Sgt. Timm Huffman Headquarters Individual Reservist Readiness and Integration Organization

BUCKLEY AIR FORCE BASE, Colo.

— Sitting in a small Mexican restaurant in Centennial, Colorado, during the waning hours of the final day of an Air Force career that touched five decades, Chief Master Sgt. Tom Kimball exercises a craft he has spent his entire life perfecting — storytelling.

Kimball, who told the Air Force’s story as a public affairs Airman during his 22-year military career, retired as the Individual Mobilization Augmentee to the Air Force Space Command public affairs chief enlisted manager, Jan. 26.

Reflecting on his early career over corn chips and salsa, Kimball talked about how the Air Force he joined in the late-1970s was much different than the one he leaves in 2017.

Growing up in the farmlands of northeastern Maryland, Kimball said he was drawn to the self-sufficient lifestyle of a warrior. At the same time, a part of him marveled at the beauty and spirit behind life; he found that art reflected this in an amazing and respectful way. The warrior part of him felt the need to defend the artist’s voice. This led him to the Air Force.

His life as an Airman began in the late 1970s as an ROTC cadet with a pilot slot. However, he soon discovered he wasn’t much like the pilots he met and the thought of one day joining their ranks put his warrior and artistic sides at odds.

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lic affairs career field to rectify his two halves.

In 1979 he returned to the Air Force as an enlisted man. He was initially slotted to learn Russian at the Defense Language Institute. However, thanks to an administrative error that had him starting his studies six weeks behind his classmates, he convinced his leadership to send him to the Defense Information School, then located at Fort Benjamin Harrison, Indiana, to learn the craft of public affairs instead. After graduating technical training, a mix-up in his orders landed him at RAF Lakenheath, where the personnel-strapped PA office fought to keep him. He would spend the remainder of his enlistment there, learning the ins and outs of storytelling as an Air Force journalist.

Storytelling is much more to Kimball than his Air Force career, however. It’s a skill he holds in near-mystical regard, much akin to the force in the Star Wars film saga. Stories, he said, are what connect us as humans.

Born into a family of storytellers, Kimball said his parents and grandparents passed the skill down to him during his childhood. Stories, for them, were a way of teaching, entertaining and connecting, especially around the dinner table. In an era without glowing screens to distract, his parents also put an emphasis on shared experiences, which created even more stories.

“Stories, for me, are the only thing you can take from one place to the next,” he said. “You can lose your house but you can’t lose your stories.”

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In 1983, Kimball left the Air Force.

During a protracted break in service, he pursued a wide variety of professional artistic endeavors and education. He spent 17 years as an art director in theater, produced television, commercials and corporate communication videos, worked in casting for shows like Perry Mason and the Father Dowling Mysteries, and writing scripts. He built his reputation on the script writing, which eventually led him to freelance producing.

“Without the writing I’m sure I would not have done well,” he said of the craft that he cut his teeth on as a first-term Airman.

After nearly two decades of honing and studying his craft in the civilian world, Kimball found himself considering a return to service. It was 1999 and his son, Ben, had just graduated high school and wanted to enlist. As they worked through the process, Kimball began speaking with an Air Force Reserve recruiter who told

him about a public affairs position near his home in Colorado. In 2000, he returned to the Air Force as a traditional reservist, bringing with him a lifetime of talent and storytelling experience.

“I was probably the most senior, senior airman ever,” joked Kimball, who was 44 at the time of his re-enlistment.

After a year and a half as a traditional reservist at the 302nd Airlift Wing, he found a job as an Individual Mobilization Augmentee at the 460th Space Wing public affairs office. His experience, skills and hard work quickly earned him rank and he made master sergeant before the end of his first six-year enlistment. Two enlistments later, he was a senior master sergeant serving as an IMA at the Air Reserve Personnel Center public affairs office. In 2013 he was invited to apply for what would be his final Air Force position as a chief at Air Force Space Command.

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PETERSON AIR FORCE BASE, Colo. — A film crew working the Center of Excellence for Medical Multimedia from the United States Air Force Academy preps the make shift film set hosted at the Explosive Ordnance Disposal building at Peterson Air Force Base, Colorado, March 15, 2017. The film crew was shooting a training video addressing how to recognize symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder and depression in Airmen.

PETERSON AIR FORCE BASE, Colo. — Members of the film crew working with the Center of Excellence for Medical Multimedia from the United States Air Force Academy take a break to review their next scene while preparing to shoot a new scene at the Explosive Ordnance Disposal building at Peterson Air Force Base, Colorado, March 15, 2017. The film crew was shooting a training video addressing how to recognize symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder and depression in Airmen.

PETERSON AIR FORCE BASE, Colo. — A film crew technician working with the Center of Excellence for Medical Multimedia from the United States Air Force Academy hides the wireless microphone on an actor before filming a scene at the Explosive Ordnance Disposal building at Peterson Air Force Base, Colorado, March 15, 2017. The film crew was shooting a training video addressing how to recognize symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder and depression in Airmen.

(U.S. Air Force photos by Tech. Sgt. Joshua Arends)

PETERSON AIR FORCE BASE, Colo. — A film crew working the Center of Excellence for Medical Multimedia from the United States Air Force Academy, watches TV monitors as actors perform their lines on camera in the next room at the Explosive Ordnance Disposal building at Peterson Air Force Base, Colorado, March 15, 2017. The film crew was shooting a training video addressing how to recognize symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder and depression in Airmen.

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Emphasizes From page 14 Throughout his years as a reservist, he continued with his civilian endeavors and, in 2006 started Kimball Productions with Ben. The boutique production company primarily focuses on business-to-business communications, such as videos, websites and other communication collateral. Ten years on, they serve a global clientele and the business supports the two Kimball families, as well as the families of two other colleagues — a fact he takes pride in.

That pride hints at the fact that people matter to Kimball. Approachable and optimistic with an easy smile, he said he has always had a “chief’s mindset” of mentorship and views people with a perspective he said is best summarized by a C.S. Lewis quote he shared at his retirement ceremony on Feb. 17: “There are no ordinary people. You have never talked to a mere mortal. Nations, cultures, arts, civilizations — these are mortal, and their life is to ours as the life of a gnat. But it is immortals whom we joke with, work with, marry, snub and exploit — immortal horrors or everlasting splendors. This does not mean that we are to be perpetually solemn. We must play. But our merriment must be of that kind… which exists between people who have, from the outset, taken each other seriously — no flippancy, no superiority, no presumption.”

It is from this vantage he draws his inspiration for storytelling. He encourages others, especially those telling the Air Force narrative, to do the same. By looking for the extraordinary angles that draw people into a story you can inspire them by making a personal connection, by “driving them to a place of decision,” as he puts it.

“The value of telling the Air Force story is that it humanizes a very serious business and brings it to a place that is depoliticized, creating a sense of belonging and putting a relatable face on the uniform for the U.S. taxpayer,” he added.

Kimball emphasized that it is simply not important to cram every detail into a story, or worry about reaching the whole world.

Finding one or two strong nuggets, sticking to them and then focusing on connecting people within your circle of influence is more than sufficient, he said.

As the final dinner plates are bussed away, Kimball says there are things he’ll miss about the Air Force but he’s looking forward to turning his focus to other endeavors. He hopes to spend more time with his family, including his three grandchildren, and also has plans to pursue new artistic endeavors with his son. Between Kimball Productions, several documentary-reality style television series and an independent film or two in the pipeline, Kimball isn’t pushing back from the table any time soon.

“I don’t really think of this as retirement,” he said. “It’s more like refocusing, retargeting and retooling. And frankly, that sounds like a lot more fun to me than retiring!”

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Chief Master Sgt. Tom Kimball shoots video for a client in his civilian capacity as owner of Kimball Productions. Kimball, who retired Jan. 26 as the Individual Mobilization Augmentee to the Public Affairs Chief Enlisted Manager at Air Force Space Command, started the company ten years ago while also serving as a reservist. The skills Kimball brought to the AFSPC from his civilian job underscore the depth and breadth of experiences IMAs bring to the active component.

(U.S. Air Force Photo/Tech. Sgt. David Salanitri)

BUCKLEY AIR FORCE BASE, Colo. — The retirement flag is folded for Chief Master Sgt. Tom Kimball Feb. 17, 2017, at Buckley Air Force Base, Colorado.

The formal flag folding is an Air Force tradition.

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NCOA Chapter 300 adds to Airmen morale

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PETERSON AIR FORCE BASE, Colo. — Lt. Col. Christopher Fernengel, 4th Space Control Squadron commander, presents a coin to Mrs. Carol Arndt, Non-Commissioned Officer Academy Air Academy Chapter 300 treasurer, at The Club on Peterson Air Force Base, Colorado, March 16, 2017. The NCOA donated a game system, games and various accessories for Airmen morale during deployments.

PETERSON AIR FORCE BASE, Colo. — Lt. Col. Christopher Fernengel, 4th Space Control Squadron commander, presents a certificate of appreciation to Master Sgt. Carl White, Non-Commissioned Officer Academy Chapter 300 president, at The Club on Peterson Air Force Base, Colorado, March 16, 2017. The NCOA donated a game system, games and various accessories for Airmen morale during deployments.

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Informal Open Studio, a chance to learn new techniques and grow at your own pace. All levels and styles of art welcome. Reservations required. Tuesdays, 4-8 p.m. and Saturdays, Sundays, 9 a.m. to noon. $10/hour. Second Floor Studios, 2418 W. Colorado Ave., 660-1923, lunastudioscos@gmail.com, lunastudioscos.com.

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FOOD & DRINK Blue Collar Lunch Hour, a weekly gathering for anyone interested, with food and refreshments provided. Fridays, 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m.

Free, but a $5 donation helps keep the program going. Mountain Equipment Recyclers, 1024 S. Tejon St., 210-6427, merecyclers.com.

Patched and Dyed, an opportunity to rehabilitate and beautify your well-loved garments in Cottonwood’s Textile West workshop. Sat., March 25, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. $5 suggested donation. Cottonwood Center for the Arts, 427 E. Colorado Ave., 650-3416, connect@textileswest.org, cottonwoodcenterforthearts.com.

Delicious Downtown Food Tour, a food tour of downtown Colorado Springs including five diverse restaurants. Tours limited to 14 guests. Sundays, 1-4 p.m. Continues through June 25 and Saturdays, 2-5 p.m. Continues through June 24. Downtown Colorado Springs, 1 N . Tejon St., 800/656-0713, info@ rockymountainfoodtours.com, rockymountainfoodtours.com/tour/delicious-downtownfood-tour.

AUDITIONS & ENTRIES 365 Grand Talent, is seeking musicians, comedians, magicians, spoken word poets, dancers and other performing artists to audition for the May 19 performance. See online for details.

Through April 14. 365GrandTalent.com.

Cottonwood Center for the Arts, is accepting entries to its upcoming exhibit, Divine Living. Artwork in all media will be accepted, but must speak to the concept of finding purpose and meaning in life. Where do you find the divine? Intake will be March 30-April 1, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. $10 per piece, up to three pieces. Cottonwood is also accepting entries to its upcoming exhibit, Pattern and Decoration. Artwork in all media will be accepted and can express patterns made of shapes, colors, designs or any other element. Intake will be April 27-29, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. $10 per piece, up to three entries. Cottonwood Center for the Arts, 427 E. Colorado Ave., 520-1899, cottonwoodcenterforthearts.com/calls-for-entries.

The Bridge Gallery, is accepting applications for membership from local professional artists.

Prospective members should have a high-quality body of work. Ongoing. The Bridge Gallery, 218 W. Colorado Ave., thebridgeartgallery.com.

CLUBS & ORGANIZATIONS 50+ Network Group, a networking opportunity for job seekers older than 50. Thursdays, 10 a.m. to noon. Pikes Peak Workforce Center, Citizens Service Center, 1675 Garden of the Gods Road, #1107, 667-3700, ppwfc.org.

D&D Encounters, GMs and players are needed for the weekly Encounters sessions or an ongoing campaign every third Saturday.

Wednesdays, 6-8 p.m. Free. Petrie’s Family Games, 7681 N . Union Blvd., 522-1099, petriesmarketing@gmail.com, facebook.com/ PetriesGames.

Lucky Scooter Gang, a chance to get involved with Colorado Springs’ premier modern scooter club through weekly get-togethers, group rides and rallies. Wednesdays, 6:30 p.m. Sportique Scooters, 1834 E. Platte Ave., 442-0048, facebook.com/groups/LuckyScooterGang.

Pikes Peak New Horizons Band, a band organization for adults 40 and older who would like to continue to play musical instruments.

Tuesdays, Thursdays, 9:15-11:15 a.m. Nazarene Bible College, 1111 Academy Park Loop, 598-2373, ppiom.org.

Pikes Peak Over the Hill Gang, a club for people 50 and older who want to ski, bike, go to wine tastings, theater, monthly potlucks and other activities. Visit the website for more. ppothg.com.

Rockrimmon Anime Club, for ages 13 to 18 to watch anime, read manga and win prizes.

No registration required. Note: Some anime are rated PG-13 and have mature content.

Second and Fourth Tuesday of every month, 4-5:15 p.m. Free. Pikes Peak Library District, Rockrimmon Branch, 832 Village Center Drive, 593-8000, ppld.org.

Sno Jets Ski and Social Club, a club for ski enthusiasts. Meets October through midApril. Thursdays, 6:30 p.m. Patty Jewett Golf Course, 900 E. Española St., 265-8820, snojets.org.

Star Wars Tuesday, weekly casual play of Destiny, Imperial Assault, X-Wing, Armada and Star Wars LCG all in one place. Tuesdays, 6 p.m.; through May 30. Petrie’s Family Games, 7681 N . Union Blvd., 522-1099, petriesfg@ gmail.com, petriesgames.com/event/starwars-tuesday.

COMEDY & IMPROV Dinner Detective Murder Mystery Show, weekly shows that feature challenging mysteries, with “no cheesy costumes, no campy dialogue and no hokey song and dance.” With

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Frokost: Authentic Norwegian Breakfast, a Norwegian cold-style breakfast, featuring various meats, cheeses, breads and side-dishes. Reservations are requested by March 29.

Sun., April 2, 11 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. $20-$22. $10/child younger than 12. Viking Hall, 1045 Ford St., 266-9592, sonsofnorwaycs.com.

KIDS & FAMILY Chess for All Ages, all experience levels welcome. Thursdays, 3 p.m. Fountain Branch Library, 230 S. Main St., Fountain.

prizes for those who solve the crime. Go online to reserve seats. Saturdays, 6-9 p.m. $49.95.

Antlers Hotel, 4 S. Cascade Ave., 866/4960535, info@thedinnerdetective.com, thedinnerdetective.com/colorado-springs.

The Down Low Improv Show, hosted by Megan Jean Robinson. Sundays, 8:30 p.m.

The Dab Lounge, 1532 N . Circle Drive.

ROFL Stand-Up Open Mic, including joke challenges, prizes, drink specials and gig offers. Sign up starts an hour before the performance. Thursdays, 9:30 p.m. to 1 a.m.; through Oct. 22. Free. Underground, 110 N . Nevada Ave., 680-0151, LaughterCrafter2109@gmail.com.

CONCERTS Mountain Country Presents: Colorado Country Showcase, introducing Colorado Springs’ newest radio station, which features a mix of country music. Multiple local country bands will perform, including Plain As Day. Sat., March 25, 7 p.m. Free. Stargazers, 10 S. Parkside Drive, 476-2200, stargazers2525@ aol.com, stargazerstheatre.com.

Organ Music of J. S. Bach, a concert featuring Bach’s organ music, performed by members of the Colorado Springs Chapter of the American Guild of Organists. Sat., March 25, 7-8:30 p.m. Donations accepted. First Chris-

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This is a Clue Trivia, a weekly trivia event with prizes awarded to winning teams.

Wednesdays, 7 p.m. Free. SouthSide Johnny’s, 528 S. Tejon St., 444-8487, southsidejohnnys.biz.

Triviality Trivia, family-friendly trivia with topics ranging from pop culture to science to sports, hosted by local comedian Melody Klema. Prizes will be awarded to the top three teams. Wednesdays, 7-9 p.m. Free. Gold Camp Brewing Company, 1007 S. Tejon St., 695-0344.

HEALTH & HEALING Hypopressive Workshop, teaching a form of exercise designed to target the core.

Registration recommended. Last Sunday of every month, noon to 4 p.m. $40-$45.

OneYogaUSA, 2960 N . Academy Blvd., #207, 440-8745, oneyogausa.org.

Single Parent Support Group, come together to gain support, tools, ideas, and connection weekly (aside from holidays). Call or text Tami to sign up. Wednesdays, 6-6:45 p.m. $5 per week. Serranos Coffee Company, 625 State Hwy. 105, Monument, 641-2017, turbanek1@ msn.com, universaleducationfoundation.com.

VOLUNTEER WANTED AFS-USA, is looking for host families or students who wish to be part of foreign exchange programs. 800/AFS-INFO, afs.org.

Pacific Intercultural Exchange, is seeking host families in El Paso County for Englishspeaking exchange students ages 15-18. P.I.E. works to match students with families who have similar interests and lifestyles. To learn more, call 866/546-1402.

Peterson Air and Space Museum, is seeking volunteer tour guides. Any civilians, active duty members, retirees or family members 18 and older are welcome. Fridays, Saturdays.

Peterson Air and Space Museum, 150 E. Ent Ave., 556-4916, 21sw.mu@us.af.mil.

Pikes Peak Area Council of Governments, seeks customer service volunteers to assist in its Senior Information and Assistance Center.

Volunteers will connect older adults to services that promote independent living and high quality of life. Pikes Peak Area Council of Governments, 14 S. Chestnut St., 471-7080 ext.

114, ljacobs@ppacg.org, ppacg.org.

(Pikes) Peak Pet Pantry, is seeking donations of pet food and volunteers to help pick up and distribute food, talking to business sponsors and contacting local veterinary offices. peakpetpantry.org.

Project Angel Heart, needs volunteers to help deliver free, nutritious meals to those living with life-threatening illnesses. Apply online for more information. projectangelheart.org.

The Secure the Call Foundation, is seeking donations of old cell phones to reprogram for direct 911 calls for free distribution to senior centers, domestic violence shelters and other agencies. 888/883-6628, securethecall.org.

Silver Key, seeks volunteers to deliver hot meals to seniors in the greater Colorado Springs area. “If you like to visit with seniors in their homes, and have reliable transportation, please contact us!” Multiple pickup locations available. Silver Key Senior Services, 1625 S. Murray Blvd., 884-2319, larguello@ silverkey.org, silverkey.org.

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Forest Road Manitou Springs • $95,000

315 Venison Creek Drive Jackson Creek • $425,000

5050 Neeper Valley Road Crystal Park • $70,000

0000 Waterfall Loop Crystal Park • $105,000

5450 Wilson Road Mountain Shadows • $425,000

5195 Crystal Park Road Crystal Park • $70,000

454 Palmer Trail Crystal Park • $145,000

14380 Park Canyon Street Park Ridge • $439,500

6055 Big Horn Road Crystal Park • $70,000

422 Highlands Drive Canon City • $149,900

9249 Kathi Creek Drive Wolf Ranch • $439,500

1352 Sun Valley Lane Crystal Park • $78,000

5444 Founders Point Crystal Park • $155,000

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6860 Eagle Mountain Road Crystal Park • $78,000 Land

5655 Founders Place Crystal Park • $85,000 Land

565 Sunrise Peak Drive Crystal Park • $85,000 Land

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13616 Gilbert Road 4 Way Ranch • $448,300

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305 N. Santa Fe Avenue Fountain Valley • $175,000

14330 Park Canyon Street Park Ridge • $449,950

5185 Windgate Court Old Farm • $249,900

5903 High Noon Avenue Indigo Ranch • $469,000

2007 E San Miguel Street Grand View • $274,900

9790 Thatcher Court 4 Way Ranch • $483,900

Commercial/Residential

Under Contract

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2825 Villa Loma Drive Villa Loma • $279,900

3535 Walker Road Walden Pines • $95,000

920 Carlson Drive Woodstone • $399,900

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1043 Greenland Forest Drive Monument • $575,000 Under Contract

3335 Angelstone Point Peregrine • $825,000 Under Contract

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On-Base Housing Open To All Single & Families Active Duty Service Members–All Services National Guard & Reserve Military Members Federal Civilian Service & NAF Employees Retired Military & Federal Civilians & DoD Contractors

2 Bedroom rents starting at $975 3 Bedroom rents starting at $1075 (4 & 5 Bedrooms also available) Utilities & trash included.

No Security Deposit for Military

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Good condition. East, Central, West. Owner carry 20% down.

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$90,000 2-story townhouse

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3yr old “Chesapeake” 2-Story home shows like a model. Stainless Steel app, granite countertops, hardwood, A/C, walk-in closets, coffered & vaulted ceilings, landscaped w/auto sprinklers. Luxurious finishes thruout! 10268 Abrams Dr. Call Brandy 719-291-8378.

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MAINTENANCE Maintenance & Painting Position Available

- Ft Carson Mon- Fri, No on call Job duties to include but not limited to: drywall repair, minor plumbing, minor electrical, general home repairs, painting

Desire housing? Enjoy comfort of 2,000 sq ft house on a 45 acre estate. 3BD, 3BA, modern home with 4k sq ft garage. All amenities provided. Rent in exchange for Gen mantenance of prop and part time service with main home. Located btwn Castle Rock and Franktown.

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$1200 due

$189/mo.

2017 SUBARU OUTBACK 2.5i

$1200 due

$169/mo.

2017 SUBARU LEGACY 2.5i

36 month lease. $189 per month plus tax. $1200 due at signing plus tax.

10,000 miles per year with approved credit. No security deposit required.

36 month lease. $169 per month plus tax. $1200 due at signing plus tax.

10,000 miles per year with approved credit. No security deposit required.

MSRP $26,870 Model code HDB Package 01 Stock #174260

MSRP $22,989 Model code HAB Package 01 Stock #174292

$1200 due

$179/mo.

2017 SUBARU FORESTER 2.5i 36 month lease. $179 per month plus tax. $1200 due at signing plus tax.

10,000 miles per year with approved credit. No security deposit required.

MSRP $23,632 Model code HFA Package 01 Stock #173966

$1400 due

$189/mo.

2017 SUBARU CROSSTREK 2.0i 36 month lease. $189 per month plus tax. $1400 due at signing plus tax.

10,000 miles per year with approved credit. No security deposit required.

MSRP $22,570 Model code HRA Package 01 Stock #173740

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