Commentaries

Feb. 4, 2021
Desert Storm veteran influences daughter’s call to service

The 30th anniversary of Desert Storm was Jan. 17, 2021, and I have come to the quick realization that my biggest motivation for joining the military in the first place was my father, former Staff Sgt. Larry Shanes of the U.S. Marines.
March 20, 2018
Technology helps overcome deployment challenges

Military life is not easy. The men and women who serve in our armed forces protect our freedoms and way of life. They make tremendous sacrifices along with their families in service to our country.
June 5, 2017
Serving with pride

I am an American Airman. I am a warrior. I have answered my nation’s call.I am a wingman, a photojournalist and a husband.I am gay.
Dec. 14, 2015
Finding strength, resiliency through Air Force family

Airman 1st Class Christopher Thornbury said his Air Force family has been with him for over a year and helped him through the loss of his son, Emmitt Alan Thornbury.
Nov. 30, 2015
Dealing with holiday stress

The holidays can be stressful, here are some tips of how to deal with finances, family and coping with sadness.
July 27, 2015
Separated but not alone

Growing up as a military child myself, I knew separation could be extremely hard and hit at any time. Looking back, I now know how alone my mother felt whenever my father went on deployments or TDY. It seems like an eternity waiting for your loved one to return home so you aren't carrying all the

Desert Storm veteran influences daughter’s call to service