Nov. 13, 2008 Scott Air Force Base Inclement Weather Procedures This is a reminder of the reporting procedures for personnel assigned or attached to the 126 Air Refueling Wing (126 ARW) in the event of inclement weather.If Scott AFB determines that weather conditions pose a safety threat to its workers, a change in reporting time will be announced. Personnel can
Nov. 13, 2008 Holiday Mailing Deadlines It is not too early to start thinking about holiday cards, letters and packages destined for service members and their families stationed overseas. The U.S. Postal Service recommends sending packages early. All military mail, regardless of destination, is sent by domestic mail rate.
Nov. 13, 2008 Illinois Reemployment Rights Illinois state law provides reemployment rights to Illinois National Guard personnel called to military duty. When performing federally mandated training or duty under titles 32 or 10 of the United States Code (monthly drills, annual training, or federal active duty), these rights are in
Sept. 3, 2008 Receipt of medical care during UTA Recently, questions have arisen regarding the receipt of medical care by wing members who are participating in a Unit Training Assembly (UTA). This article should provide wing members some guidelines to assist them in making medical care decisions. Because of a change in mission, the active duty
Sept. 3, 2008 Fighting the Mighty Mississippi It all starts with the ring of a phone. The voice on the other end informs you that you have been called upon to do your duty. You must report the next morning in full uniform and you'll get further instructions at that point in time. You tell your family and friends that tomorrow you have to go and