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  • Creative force bids farewell to recruiting

    As a child growing up in Boulder, Colo., Ronn Linn, Air Force Recruiting Service art director, taught himself to draw by watching television programs that provided step-by-step instructions. "I watched those shows every Saturday instead of watching cartoons," he said. In addition to his love of art,

  • 345th RCS members gather to honor one of their own

    Members of the 345th Recruiting Squadron gathered to honor one of their own at the Chief Master Sergeant Recognition Ceremony at Scott Air Force Base, Ill., Jan. 24. Senior Master Sgt. Michael Kovach, 345th RCS production superintendent, was among 16 chief master sergeants and chief-selects being

  • Levitow fought for veterans' rights, benefits

    Editor's note: In 1987, I was a staff sergeant assigned to the 380th Bombardment Wing public affairs division at Plattsburgh Air Force Base, N.Y. Located next to Lake Champlain, Plattsburgh was in the very northern tip of New York - about as far upstate as you can get.The Strategic Air Command base

  • Recruiter Assistance Program: More than meets the eye

    I remember five years ago when I started the long process of joining the military. I was nervous, excited and had no idea what to expect when going into the Air Force.The person who assured me, mentored me and put tons of hours into my career is the reason why I stand behind the lens telling the

  • Air Force Announces OTS Selection Board 14OT02 Results

    A total of 93 men and women from across America have earned an opportunity to become Air Force leaders following their selection for an officer's commission, officials here announced today. Air Force Recruiting Service officials considered 306 applications as part of the Officer Training School

  • Airmen wrapped up in their work

    Personnel deploying to the combat zone are taught to "shoot, move, communicate and treat their wounded." While shooting isn't de rigueur for recruiters, members of the 345th Recruiting Squadron recently learned that moving, communicating and treating the injured are.First Lt. Christopher Bollinger,

  • CrossFit to Fight: Squadron houses military affiliate gym

    There are more than 5,500 CrossFit affiliate gyms worldwide but one is making a difference in the lives of Airmen assigned to the 364th Recruiting Squadron.Located in a cinderblock warehouse loading area of the squadron headquarters is CrossFit 364 - a recognized military affiliate founded in

  • Broadcaster looks back on 30 years of service

    After being drafted into the Army at the tail end of the Vietnam War, Jimmy Spacek decided he wanted to take a different path in life."Three years was enough in the Army. I should have joined the Air Force," he said with a laugh.While Spacek never wore Air Force blue, he did serve nearly 30 years in

  • AETC updates mission, vision statements

    The Air Education and Training Command has updated its mission and vision statements, focusing on its roots - recruiting, training, educating and innovation. The new mission statement, "Recruit, train and educate Airmen to deliver airpower for America," speaks to the charge of the Air Force's First

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