Jan. 10, 2009 Mission Support Flight Donates Wii to Vets On the morning of December 12th, several members of the Mission Support Flight and one member from Fighter Wing Headquarters delivered a Nintendo Wii and assorted games to the Holyoke Soldiers Home, as a way of saying Merry Christmas and thank-you to the veterans for their military service. The
Jan. 10, 2009 Jingle Bell Run, 70 Go the Distance When Senior Master Sgt. Tomas Orifice from the aircraft fuels section heard the story of retired Chief Master Sgt. Vinnie Spanillo of the Conn. Air National Guard receiving a kidney donation from retired Col. Jack Swift also of the guard, he was so moved that he wanted to make sure others new about
Jan. 10, 2009 Westfield Joins ESGR Mission 8 December Mayor Michael Boulanger signed a Statement of Support, declaring the city would do everything in its power to support its employees who are also members of the National Guard or Reserves. The 'Statement of Support' is a symbolic gesture reassuring that the Mayor will continue support the
Jan. 10, 2009 Annual Award Program and CCAF Graduation On December 6th the 104th Fighter Wing held its 35th annual awards ceremony to honor members of the unit who have gone above and beyond the call of duty. While recognizing members who did their military jobs superbly, it also honored many individuals who stood out in other ways; such as those who
Dec. 7, 2008 Veterans Part of 104th Family The U.S. population is a little over 306 million, of which 24.5 million are veterans, and of the veteran population, 9.5 million are over the age of 65, dieing at a rate of 1.8 thousand each day. The later of those figures help us to realize that the veteran who are part of our lives, need to be
Dec. 7, 2008 Spotlight on Airman First Class Jesse Edwards As one of the many necessary departments and offices included in the 104th Fighter Wing, Munitions keeps the F-15s missiles, bombs, and other air combat equipment dialed and ready for any mission. Airman First Class Jesse Edwards, munitions apprentice, is one of the members that makes this
Dec. 7, 2008 Wounded Warrior Slaydon Inspires Barnes Last drill weekend I had the distinct privilege of escorting SSgt. Matthew Slaydon and his wife Annette throughout Barnes to various shops. Those fortunate enough to hear his message saw the strength and positive attitude this young hero displayed. Staff Sgt. Slaydon was extremely explicit and
Dec. 7, 2008 104th Fighter Wing at Barnes Air National Guard Base Recognizes Outstanding Members at 35th Annual Awards Ceremony The 104th Fighter Wing at Barnes Air National Guard Base will recognize about 60 members at the 35th Annual Awards Ceremony on Saturday, December 6 at 2PM. The annual awards recognize enlisted, company grade and civilian personnel. Recipients are personnel assigned to Barnes Air National Guard Base
Dec. 7, 2008 Westfield Mayor to Sign ESGR Statement of Support The Mayor of Westfield, Michael R. Boulanger will sign a 'Statement of Support', with the Massachusetts Committee for Employer Support of the Guard and Reserve (ESGR), Monday December 8th at 2:00 p.m. at the Mayors office, 59 Court Street. The 'Statement of Support' is a symbolic gesture reassuring
Oct. 4, 2008 Civil Engineering Builds Jet Blast Deflector The September drill marked the end of the beautiful views I used to enjoy from the ground floor of the Wing Headquarter building. This is due to the newest addition to our base, a jet blast deflector in front of Building 1, and although I lament the loss of my views of the flight line, I feel a lot