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Articles from the June 28, 2007 edition


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  • Honoring Capt. Evans

    Courtesy Photo A night view of the EOD Memorial located at Eglin Air Force Base, Fla. Hundreds of people, including friends, family and service members, recently gathered at Eglin Air Force Base, Fla. to remember those who lost their lives while serving their country. Fourteen new names were added to bronze plaques during the 38th annual memorial service held at Kauffman Explosive Ordnance Disposal Training Complex. “We’re here to honor those 14 individuals who’ve given their lives to the country and reflect on 67 years of EO...

  • Far out fun: Rosewll offers out of this world experience

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    Compiled by Freedom Newspapers There are few cities in this area with as varied a choice in museums a Roswell, just a short 90 minutes to the west of Portales. For a quick and easy day trip to Roswell, visitors can begin their day at the Roswell Museum and Art Center, then drive a few minutes to the Anderson Museum of Contemporary Art, and finish the day with a tour of the Historical Museum of Southeast New Mexico and then the International UFO Museum and Research Center. What is it? The Roswell Museum and Art Center is...

  • Far out fun: Rosewll offers out of this world experience

    Freedom Newspapers

    Compiled by Freedom Newspapers There are few cities in this area with as varied a choice in museums a Roswell, just a short 90 minutes to the west of Portales. For a quick and easy day trip to Roswell, visitors can begin their day at the Roswell Museum and Art Center, then drive a few minutes to the Anderson Museum of Contemporary Art, and finish the day with a tour of the Historical Museum of Southeast New Mexico and then the International UFO Museum and Research Center. What is it? The Roswell Museum and Art Center is... Full story

  • Cannon hosts mini-triathlon

    CANNON AIR FORCE BASE — Swimming 500 meters, riding a bike for 10 kilometers, then running five more probably would not be considered the ideal weekend activity for most people. For nine hardcore athletes, that was just what the doctor ordered on June 23, however, as the 27th Services Squadron held its annual mini-triathlon. "It's to try and get people active," said Staff Sgt. Adam Salonish, 27th Services Squadron. "I just wanted to say I did it," said Staff Sgt. Jeremy Bushnell, 27th Communications Squadron. "The goal is c...

  • Cannon hosts mini-triathlon

    CANNON AIR FORCE BASE — Swimming 500 meters, riding a bike for 10 kilometers, then running five more probably would not be considered the ideal weekend activity for most people. For nine hardcore athletes, that was just what the doctor ordered on June 23, however, as the 27th Services Squadron held its annual mini-triathlon. "It's to try and get people active," said Staff Sgt. Adam Salonish, 27th Services Squadron. "I just wanted to say I did it," said Staff Sgt. Jeremy Bushnell, 27th Communications Squadron. "The goal is c...

  • Keep Independence Day injury free

    CANNON AIR FORCE BASE — The American traditions of camping, cookouts, and of course fireworks celebrate the summer season, especially our nation's birthday on the Fourth of July. However, each of these activities can turn from a joyful celebration into a painful memory when children or adults are injured. The 27th Fighter Wing Safety Office is providing some common sense practices to keep your Independence Day events safer and more fun. A family camping trip can be an enjoyable experience if you are prepared. Knowing our l...

  • Keep Independence Day injury free

    CANNON AIR FORCE BASE — The American traditions of camping, cookouts, and of course fireworks celebrate the summer season, especially our nation's birthday on the Fourth of July. However, each of these activities can turn from a joyful celebration into a painful memory when children or adults are injured. The 27th Fighter Wing Safety Office is providing some common sense practices to keep your Independence Day events safer and more fun. A family camping trip can be an enjoyable experience if you are prepared. Knowing our l...

  • Imagination provides amusement

    Tonya Fennell Monday evening I received a telephone call from a Cannon Air Force Master Sergeant who I have never met. This was the second call in a month I have gotten. He calls to check on my family and ask if I need anything while my husband is away. I think this is wonderful service the Air Force provides for the wives of deployed airmen. But, the calls have left me daydreaming about the possibility of the base sending over an airman to help me with the little everyday things. Of course, I would never bother anyone at...