25 Jun 2021

Culture of inclusion helps Airman thrive

WRIGHT-PATTERSON AIR FORCE BASE, Ohio – Living in a small town in Kansas did not afford many opportunities for Staff Sgt. Hayden Ullery-Oatney, so at 18, he took the oath and joined the Air Force. Ever since, it has been a journey of growth and self-discovery.“I did not feel like there was anything there for me in Kansas, so I wanted to get away,”

25 Nov 2020

Serving up a holiday tradition

The Air Force Life Cycle Management Center's command chief, Chief Master Sgt. Troie A. Croft, hands a team Wright-Patt Airman a Thanksgiving dinner Nov. 19, 2020, in the Wright-Patterson Air Force Base, Ohio, dining facility. It is a tradition for senior leadership to serve meals to Airmen before a holiday. (U.S. Air Force photo by R.J. Oriez)

24 Nov 2020

Airmen respond to distressed teen on overpass, potentially saving life

On Nov. 18, Tech. Sgt. Anthony Staton was headed to Wright-Patterson Air Force Base to begin his workday at the National Air and Space Intelligence Center. Little did he know the actions he took before reaching the base’s gate would mean he potentially saved someone’s life. Little did he know a wingman would soon come along to assist.

20 Nov 2020

WPAFB Commander addresses COVID-19 concerns

Col. Patrick Miller, Wright-Patterson Air Force Base installation and 88th Air Wing Base commander, held a Facebook Live town hall Nov. 16 to address COVID-19 concerns and rising cases in the region.In the past five months, daily confirmed cases off base and across Ohio have risen from 434 to more than 7,000 per day.The town hall also included Lt.

13 Nov 2020

COVID-19 measures more important than ever

WRIGHT-PATTERSON AIR FORCE BASE, Ohio - Public health officials recommend continuing to be vigilant in following all approved Centers for Disease Control and Prevention and state Department of Health prevention measures for COVID-19.“WPAFB personnel should be a beacon in the community and set an example for best behavior,” said Capt. Stephanie