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  • 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

  • Heeeeerrrreee's Johnny: 'Lost' Johnny Carson film discovered by DOD

    Once thought to be lost, a film reel containing clips of The Tonight Show Starring Johnny Carson, was discovered in a military visual information storage facility here and turned over to Jeff Sotzing, Carson's nephew, Oct. 1.The clips, dating back to 1963, were found on an archived 16mm film reel

  • March Field prepares for Fire Prevention Week 2012

    March Field will be observing Fire Prevention Week, Oct. 7 to 13. This year's theme is, 'Be Rabbit Ready,' which is an accurate comparison to just how quickly you and your family should exit your house in case of a fire - once the smoke alarm sounds, you only have a few minutes to get your family to

  • The Single Airman's Program

    The Single Airman's Program sponsored a complimentary deep-sea fishing trip forMarch Field members, Sept. 22. A total of 24 participants met at 4 a.m. for the day'sjourney with Helgren's Sportfishing Tours and sailed just off the coast of San Diego,Calif., for some of the best mackerel and bass

  • October is Domestic Violence Awareness Month

    Domestic Violence Awareness Month Observance began in 1987 and later was endorsed by Congress in 1989. Since then, it has become a national observance and every October we recognize the importance in reducing domestic violence. The purple ribbon was adopted as a symbol for the awareness and

  • 452 AMW goes to war

    Last week, various units from the 452nd Air Mobility Wing joined the 445th Airlift Wing to become the 132nd Air Expeditionary Wing at the Combat Readiness Training Center in Gulfport, Miss. to participate in an Operational Readiness Exercise (ORE).An ORE is divided into several major areas: initial

  • Bringing the Haps back to the Hap Arnold club

    This is part one of a three-part series on the Hap Arnold Club renovation project.The Hap Arnold Club has an appointment for a total make over. Team March members, which include Reserve, Guard, active duty, family members and retirees are in store for a new experience, charged with great

  • A day at the beach turns into a life saving event

    Dangerous waves and inexperienced swimmers are not the ideal mix, especially during the holiday weekends. Staff Sgt. Gary Mathieson, loadmaster, 452nd Airlift Control Flight was finally back home after a long mission and trying to enjoy Labor Day weekend at the beach with his brother, when the