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  • March outreach: Local coupons go a long way

    The March Airman & Family Readiness Center has many outreach programs that provide comfort services to local Airmen and their families. However, the center also has a program that reaches across the Atlantic Ocean to a small military community in Kaiserslautern, Germany. The coupon program, here at

  • Incoming California ANG commander tours March

    Brig. Gen. Jon K. Kelk targeted the 163rd Reconnaissance Wing for a formal visit, days after his appointment to replace Brig. Gen. James C. Witham, as commander of the California Air National Guard.At the onset of the visit, senior wing staff members briefed capabilities and operation specifics to

  • Construction area: Keep out!

    The north end of March Air Reserve Base, near the ball field, is currently off-limits due to an ongoing project to build a new rubberized, one-half mile running track and support facilities. Over the last month, there have been reports from the on-site contractor, that unauthorized personnel are

  • 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