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During the California-wide Great ShakeOut earthquake drill, Senior Master Sgt. Helena McGhee, 452 AMDS, compares notes with Cary Kerr, 452 FSS, in the outdoor emergency operations center at March Air Reserve Base, Calif., Oct. 20, 2011. (U.S. Air Force photos/Lt. Col. Don Traud)


Great ShakeOut

During the California-wide Great ShakeOut earthquake drill, Senior Master Sgt. Helena McGhee, 452 AMDS, compares notes with Cary Kerr, 452 FSS, in the outdoor emergency operations center at March Air Reserve Base, Calif., Oct. 20, 2011. (U.S. Air Force photos/Lt. Col. Don Traud)

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Michael Cullen, legal intern, 452 Air Mobility Wing, holds a $50 bill symbolizing the potential cost of having a vehicle smog checked. (U.S. Air Force photo)
The renovation of the March Inn is nearing completion. All major construction projects on the outside are finished, though there are still some minor upgrades on the inside that are being worked. After passing inspection, new furniture will be moved in and the inn’s 25 newly-renovated rooms will be ready for the first overnight guests, since construction began in February 2011. (U.S. Army photo by Sgt. Tracy Ellingsen)
The renovation of the March Inn is nearing completion. All major construction projects on the outside are finished, though there are still some minor upgrades on the inside that are being worked. After passing inspection, new furniture will be moved in and the inn’s 25 newly-renovated rooms will be ready for the first overnight guests, since construction began in February 2011. (U.S. Army photo by Sgt. Tracy Ellingsen)
An employee unscrews the gas cap to a new electric government vehicle. These vehicles can drive up to 38 miles on pure electricity before a gas powered motor begins to generate electricity to power the engine. Currently, privately owned vehicles cannot be serviced at government charging stations. (U.S. Marine photo by Pfc. Melissa Eschenbrenner)
Colonel Samuel Mahaney, 452d Air Mobility Wing commander (center) and his wife, Chris, welcome local community leaders to the wing’s annual holiday reception, held Dec. 1, in the operations group building. The reception, sponsored by the Chief’s Group and the First Sergeant’s Council, is held to thank the community members for their support of the base throughout the year. (U.S. Air Force photo by Lt. Col. Don Traud)
Visterra Credit Union employees break out tinsel and holly to decorate the 729th Airlift Squadron’s crew lounge for the commander’s holiday party, held Dec. 1. Employees from the credit union have decorated for the holiday party for years, alongside Laura Froehlich, who passed earlier this year. The volunteers asked Larry Froehlich to represent Laura this year as they continue the tradition. (U.S. Air Force photo by Megan Crusher)
New air traffic control tower and base operations under construction
National Native American Heritage Month
Lt. CDR. Eric Cottrell , commanding officer, Navy Operational Support Center, Moreno Valley, Calif., was the featured speaker at the City of Moreno Valley’s Veterans Day Ceremony, held at the Moreno Valley Civic Center, Nov. 11. Cottrell delivered a speech that evoked mindful thought about the true meaning behind Veterans Day by stating, “America has set aside this day to recognize, honor and thank our nation’s veterans for their sacrifices in defending and preserving our freedoms. It isn’t about a day off, or a great sale at the mall. It is a solemn day; a day for reflection, for memories and for prayers-prayers for those lost and for those in harm’s way even today.” (U.S. Air Force photo by Lt. Col. Don Traud)
Staff Sgt. Dejon Fruga, 50th Aerial Port Squadron, temporarily assigned to 452d AMW Blue Eagle Total Force Honor Guard, sang the National Anthem at the Moreno Valley Delivery and Distribution Center for the United States Postal Service, during a special ceremony in recognition of Veterans Day, Nov. 8. “The entire event was well received. I was honored when they all rose and removed their hats to pay respect during my performance,” said Fruga. “They repeatedly thanked me for attending the ceremony and most importantly, for my service to country. Next year, if they need me, I will be there!” (U.S. Air Force photo by Darnell Gardner)
Senior Master Sgt. William Griffey, 452d AMW Maintenance Training Flight, delivered a “Hero” speech at the Janet Goeske Senior Center for their annual Veterans Day program to honor all military branches for serving in the Armed Forces, Nov.9. “I think a day like Veterans Day has an effect on more than just veterans, it has an effect on the United States as a whole,” said Griffey. “It is a day that veterans are celebrated and thanked for their unyielding dedication for what they do and it is nice to know, as a veteran, that people have cared and still continue to care for the Armed Forces as a whole.” (U.S. Air Force photo by Darnell Gardner)
Senior Master Sgt. Tammy Haro , 752nd Medical Squadron spoke to more than 600 elementary students about her service to country, during a Veteran’s Day ceremony, held at the Moreno Valley Elementary school, Nov. 8. “I felt blessed and honored to have the opportunity to represent the Air Force Reserve for a Veteran’s Day presentation at Moreno Valley Elementary school,” said Haro. “We shared the meaning and importance of this special day and how everyone is affected in one way or another by a Veteran. Children from kindergarten through the 5th grade were able to recognize their family members, teachers and faculty as Veterans and for the sacrifices they’ve made. I have always been proud to follow in my father’s footsteps and serve my country. Sharing, with all those students, the accomplishments afforded to me by the military and the meaning of being a Veteran made me grateful to wear the uniform with so many others.” (U.S. Air Force photo by Darnell Gardner)