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  • Vigilance urged for visitors to Roppongi district

    With holiday travel in full swing, base officials are urging Airmen and their families to exercise caution and a little common sense when visiting entertainment districts in Tokyo, namely Roppongi.A series of incidents earlier this year in which Americans reported having their drinks spiked at clubs

  • Seminar shows Airmen common ground

    A cultural seminar conducted by the Japanese Ministry of Foreign Affairs at Kadena Air Base Dec. 11 sought to establish common ground and enhance mutual understanding between Okinawans and Americans. More than 100 Airmen were in attendance. "Why are you here?" asked Col. Mario Troncoso, 18th Force

  • Santa drops in on 'Jolly Green' holiday homecoming

    Jolly old Saint Nick paid a special visit Dec. 10 to children of the "Jolly Green Giants" just days after half of the unit returned from a four-month deployment to Bagram Airfield, Afghanistan. Dozens of family members watched as Santa Claus fast-roped out of a helicopter before handing out gifts to

  • Kicking smoking's 'butt' to the curb

    Care for a dose of congestive heart failure, deep vein thrombosis, or diabetes? Then keep on puffing because these, among others, are possible health complications that may accompany the habit of smoking cigarettes. In an effort to help Airmen nip smoking in the butt and avoid these consequences,

  • Promotion to E-8 to require resident SNCOA

    Completion of the resident Air Force Senior Noncommissioned Officer Academy or a sister service equivalent becomes a requirement for promotion to senior master sergeant effective Jan. 1, Air Force officials announced today as part of a policy change.The change in the professional military education

  • Touched by an angel

    It's the season for giving, for helping those in need, and for appreciating the kindness of others. One such opportunity that gives back to the Kadena Air Base community is the Angel Tree program. Angel Tree, operated by the Operation Warm Heart Private Organization and sponsored by the Kadena First

  • 18th SFS asks pet owners to tighten the leash

    The 18th Security Forces Squadron has captured and returned to their owners more than 20 pets over the past several weeks. Many of these pets, to include cats, were not properly leashed, a punishable offense under 18th wing policy."The one thing all of these incidents had in common is that none of

  • Malaysian exercise features MiGs, promotes ties with U.S.

    U.S. and Malaysian Airmen are hailing the success of Cope Taufan, a live-flying exercise involving air combat training in Malaysia that took place Nov. 9 to 20.The 67th Fighter Squadron from Kadena Air Base, Japan, took their F-15 Eagles to TUDM Butterworth, Malaysia, to train with the Royal

  • Kadena runners beat feet for charity

    More than 175 people participated in a Combined Federal Campaign 5K fundraiser run at Kadena Dec. 4. The event raised more than $1,200 for this year's campaign, which has been extended until Dec. 15. So far, Team Kadena has raised more than $340,000 for charity. Top finishers were: Tomas Sanchez

  • 33rd Rescue Squadron Airmen assist with recovery operations

    Airmen from the 455th Air Expeditionary Wing's 33rd Expeditionary Rescue Squadron actively participated with civilian contractor, Air Freight, and located their MI-8 helicopter that went missing, Nov. 23, 2009 in Eastern Afghanistan. "There were no survivors from the crew of three," according to a

  • Momma wears combat boots

    The Air Force has declared July 2009 to July 2010 the "The Year of the Air Force Family." Amidst the fanfare, it's important to remember that some families are different from others - some families are led by superwomen: single mothers moonlighting as Airmen.It's O-dark-hundred Monday morning and

  • 18th FSS aims to bring holiday cheer

    Looking for something to do this holiday season? Whether you're a fitness fanatic looking to get a head start on those New Year's converts or a parent looking for something fun to do with the family, the 18th Force Support Squadron has a slew of activities planned for the month of December.Tinsel