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  • March Airmen aid in Hurricane Sandy relief efforts

    Airmen from the 452nd Air Mobility Wing at March Air Reserve Base, spun up a massive relief effort before dawn this morning in response to the nation's call to provide supplies and equipment to areas affected by Hurricane Sandy. Crews from 12 active duty, Air National Guard and Air Force Reserve

  • Birds of a different feather

    March Air Reserve Base is home to the mighty C-17 Globemaster III and the reliable KC-135 Stratotanker. But did you know it's also home to several species of other birds, of the feathered variety? In particular, the Great Blue Heron has become a frequent visitor to the base parade field and visits

  • Airmen run from zombies

    With Halloween just around the corner, it isn't surprising that March reservists were chased by zombies here Sunday, Oct. 14.The 452nd Air Mobility Wing Rising Six organization sponsored its first 5K Zombie Run, to raise money for Military Ball tickets for junior enlisted members via

  • Vehicle registration options while assigned to March

    California law ordinarily requires that a person register their vehicle in California within 20 days, 'after gainful employment is accepted or residency is established in this state,' according to California Vehicle Code § 6700. However, C.V.C. § 6701, provides a specific exception for active duty

  • October enlistments increase

    March Reserve recruiters worked diligently to secure 25 men and women who entered the Delayed Enlistment Program and participated in an annual mass enlistment ceremony, Oct. 11.Col. Samuel Mahaney, 452nd Air Mobility Wing commander, administered the Oath of Enlistment to the DEPers at the March

  • Political activities by federal employees

    With Election Day about a month away, it is a great time to go over the do's and don'ts concerning political activities by federal employees. Most of this should be a refresher, but it is important to review the rules to ensure military members abide by applicable laws and regulations. As members of

  • World War II veterans get pinned after 60 years

    Twelve original members of the 452nd Bombardment Group travelled from all over the U.S. to meet at March Field, Calif., for their annual reunion, Sep. 8. This was an occasion for old friends to share stories of their time in WWII and in this particular case, for some of them to be awarded a citation

  • Crossing the line proves more hazardous after dark

    You may have noticed them while driving down Graeber St. They appear and disappear at strategic crosswalk locations around the base. They are neon-colored, pedestrian crosswalk signs to help drivers and pedestrians be more aware and comply with California state law."It's a shared responsibility,"

  • New Exchange general manager takes the reins at March ARB

    March Field's newest resident, Stephanie Kuykendall, is ready to make an impact on quality of life here, as the Exchange's new general manager."I'm extremely excited to be at March," said Kuykendall. "Taking care of Airmen and their families is my number one priority. I will strive to ensure their