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  • Kadena preps for Typhoon Neoguri

    The Kadena community is bracing for a massive typhoon expected to slam the island with winds gusts nearing 200 mph Tuesday.   Brig. Gen. James Hecker, 18th Wing commander, declared Tropical Cyclone Condition of Readiness 3 and the base began evacuating its aircraft Sunday in preparation for Typhoon

  • Meet the 18th CEG commander

    U.S. Air Force Col. Dwayne Robison took command of the 18th Civil Engineer Group July 2, at Kadena Air Base, Japan. Below is a Q-and-A providing his thoughts on his new job and new home. What do you hope to bring to the 18th Civil Engineer Group during your time as commander?I see my role as

  • Meet the 18th MSG commander

    U.S. Air Force Col. Debra Lovette took command of the 18th Mission Support Group June 18, 2014, at Kadena Air Base, Japan. She was asked a few questions so we can get to know one of our newest commanders.What do you hope to bring to the Mission Support Group during your time as commander?The 18th

  • ALS class 14-E graduates

    During an Airman Leadership School graduation June 30 at the Rocker NCO Club, 36 Airmen took the next step toward becoming future NCOs and better leaders. 34 listed names.Congratulations to the following graduates of ALS Class 14-E:John L. Levitow AwardDanielle N. Pfarr, 961st Airborne Air Control

  • Fireworks signal end of AmericaFest 2014

    Fireworks lit up the night sky signaling the end of the 38th AmericaFest here June 29.Rain and heat couldn't stop thousands of military members, their families and members of the local community gathered for a weekend celebration. Celebrating the 238th anniversary of America's independence,

  • 3 Doors Down headlines AmericaFest

    Day one of AmericaFest closed out with a performance by 3 Doors Down, complete with a roaring crowd.The band performed live for service members, their families and Department of Defense employees on the flight line at Kadena Air Base, Japan, June 28.3 Doors Down is an American Alternative rock band

  • Kadena kicks off AmericaFest 2014

    Kadena kicked off AmericaFest 2014 here today, shutting down one of the flightline's two runways to allow military community members an opportunity to enjoy food, music and fun before the event is opened to the public June 29.The free, two-day event is intended to build a positive relationship

  • 18th Wing honors key spouses during breakfast

    The Airman and Family Readiness Center here hosted a Key Spouses Appreciation Breakfast at the Kadena Officers' Club June 24. The breakfast gave commanders the chance to showcase the hard-working key spouses and mentors from their units and highlight their dedication to a healthy home front.