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  • Beale removes fuel storage tanks that kept Blackbird soaring

    Beale is conducting a four-month deconstruction project to remove Cold War-era fuel storage tanks that once held the fuel that powered the SR-71 Blackbird.The project is a part of the Air Force's "20/20 by 2020" initiative, which aims to reduce excess capacity by reducing a base's footprint, as well

  • Families supporting families

    The 9th Force Support Squadron with support from the Community Activities Center hosted its twice-a-year vendor fair at the CAC here July 11. Nearly 20 vendors lined the theater at the CAC to sell seasonal and handmade gifts."We have items for the whole family," said Leah Weeks, 9th FSS recreational

  • Independence Day message from the commander

    In July of 1776, representatives of the 13 colonies gathered together to debate a resolution. On July 4th, the Continental Congress adopted the Declaration of Independence, drafted by Thomas Jefferson. This date is affectionately referred to as the birthday of America, and it's important to take a

  • Military honored during MLS game

    More than 50,000 soccer fans attended a military appreciation night honoring America's service members during a Los Angeles Galaxy versus San Jose Earthquakes game at Stanford University Stadium in Palo Alto Calif., June 29.More than 300 service members represented the U.S. Armed Forces and  were

  • Team Beale raises awareness to combat sexual assault

    Team Beale held a Sexual Assault Prevention and Response Stand-down Day to raise awareness to combat sexual assault June 26."The purpose of the stand-down is to emphasize awareness and accountability," said Col. Phil Stewart, 9th Reconnaissance Wing commander. "This opportunity gives our

  • Cold War Relics: SR-71 Blackbird

    The SR-71, unofficially known as the Blackbird, is a long-range, supersonic, advanced high-altitude strategic reconnaissance aircraft designed by Kelly Johnson and developed by Lockheed. The aircraft was capable of flying above 80,000 feet and more than 2,000 mph.The first flight of the Blackbird

  • Harris Fitness Center named after local hero

    The Harris Fitness Center here has existed for decades. The Harris gymnasium was dedicated on Nov. 14, 1966, in memory of 2nd Lt. Everett Luther Harris, whose P-38 Lightning aircraft was shot down over Italy during World War II. On June 8, 2013, Everett's younger brother Larry Harris at the age of