Kadena to celebrate week honoring nurses, med techs Published May 1, 2007 KADENA AIR BASE, Japan -- Kadena will celebrate nurses and medical technicians week May 6-12 with a variety of events. PAINTBALL COMPETITION Paintball competition for nurses and medical technicians is from noon to 4 p.m. on May 6. The cost is $15 for all gear and 500 rounds or $10 if you bring your own gear. For more information, call Capt. Laurel Minard at 630-4455. DINNER AT MACARONI GRILL Dinner for nurses and medical technicians at the Macaroni Grill is scheduled for May 12. The cost is $12 for E-1 through E-4 and $17 for other ranks. For more information, call Capt Mila French at 634-1011. PHOTO CONTEST Nurses and medical technicians are invited to submit photos for this year's photo contest. This year's theme is "Everyday Heroes." Submissions must include a 30-50 description explaining why the photo captures the theme. Descriptions can be humorous but in good taste. Prizes are $100 for first prize and $50 for second prize. Submit photos and descriptions to Capt. Cindy McCullough at 634-0983 for details. FUN RUN Nurses and Medical Technicians Week Fun Run is May 12 starting at the Risner Fitness Center. Funds raised will go toward the Bob Woodruff Family Fund for traumatic brain injury. For more information, call Capt. Cindy McCullough at 634-0983.