SOG Airman turns gung-ho, graduates Marine Corps Corporal's Course

Senior Airman Jonnathan Clay is making history on Okinawa. The Airman from the 353rd Special Operations Group on Kadena is the first Airman on island to attend the Marine Corps' Corporal's Course. To see how Airman Clay's gung-ho attitude sets him apart click here.

Aircraft mechanic selected to 2010 Tops in Blue team

An Airman from the 18th Aircraft Maintenance Squadron was recently selected to become a member of the 2010 Tops in Blue team. Senior Airman Christopher Cacopardo, a native of Bakersfield, Calif., was notified of his selection as a trumpet player for Tops in Blue, April 28, after he auditioned for

The not-so 'Fast & Furious'

Finance 101: COLA Depends on Unpredictable Factors

Because unpredictable factors can affect the cost-of-living allowance many servicemembers stationed overseas receive as a supplement to their normal pay, Defense Department officials want servicemembers to be aware the allowance can fluctuate rapidly and without warning. Tonia Bock, chief of

3rd Marine Expeditionary Force Band helps high school students tune up

Lance Cpl Michael Krysinski shows us how high school students from across the Pacific met at Kadena High School to practice for the upcoming Pacific Far East Honor Music Festival.

Team Kadena exceeds 2010 AFAF goal; one week left in campaign

For several weeks, Team Kadena members have been digging deep into their pockets and purses and donating money to the Air Force Assistance Fund. So far, servicemembers and civilians raised more than $156,000 for the charity, already exceeding this year's goal. "Last year's AFAF campaign was a

Kadena exceeds AFAF goal, one week left in campaign

With one week remaining in the 2010 Air Force Assistance Fund Campaign, Kadena Air Base has already exceeded its fundraising goal by a significant amount.The base has raised more than $156,000 in just five weeks to benefit the four officially-recognized Air Force charities: The Air Force Aid

Kadena Base Bulletin

To submit an announcement for the base bulletin, please email a short paragraph (NOT bullets) containing essential information (who, what, when, where, why, how) to kadena.basebulletin@kadena.af.mil. Announcements typically run for two weeks beginning two weeks prior to an event. Submissions must be

U.S., Philippine officials work together to provide final resting place for Airman

Several military and U.S. State Department organizations from the East Coast to the Far East came together recently to ensure the wishes of a deceased airman's family were honored. Tech. Sgt. Raymond Natividad was stationed at Langley Air Force Base, Va., when he fell ill and was hospitalized in

Local Airmen awarded medals for courage

Kadena Airmen visit battle sites 65 years later

Exactly 65 years ago this month, a battle started in which an estimated 250,000 people lost their lives here on Okinawa; it was one of the bloodiest battles of WWII. While taking a tour of the battlegrounds last week, more than two dozen Kadena Airmen saw the facts and figures of the battle, and

Going green saves green

Senior Airman Shaunlee Hostutler shows us how going green can put money back into your pockets. For the broadcast story click here.

Master sergeant named best LRS instructor in AF

One of Kadena's Senior NCOs was recognized last week as Air Force's Logistics Readiness Instructor of the Year.Master Sgt. Charles L. Lakin, 18th Logistics Readiness Squadron, PACAF Transportation Training Center, says he owes this honor to the PTTC leadership and fellow instructors for the

Kadena NCO wins Air Force Hoops Contest

Volunteers read to kids, give 'both sides of the story'