JCSE 44TH ANNUAL MATTAR RELAY RACE
The Joint Communications Support Element (JCSE) proudly invites you to participate in the 44th Annual George G. Matter Relay Race, honoring the memory of three fallen members—Lt Col George Mattar, Commander, Maj. Ralph Herman, Operations Officer, and Sergeant Major James Dixon, Operations Sergeant Major—who tragically lost their lives on January 13, 1982, in the crash of Florida Airlines Flight 90 at the 14th Street Bridge in Washington, D.C. This annual event commemorates their service and sacrifice. Join us to honor our heroes, foster camaraderie, and celebrate the spirit of teamwork. To register your team, contact the POC below.
- DATE/TIME: January 9, 2026, 0730-1000
- LOCATION: JCSE Compound, 8532 Marina Bay Dr, Tampa, FL 33621
- POC: Jeff Dyal, phone: 813-828-0688, jeffery.c.dyal.civ@mail.mil
SCHOOL LIASION COLLEGE INFORMATION WORKSHOPS (TWO LOCATIONS)
The MacDill School Liaison and Military Child Education Coalition (MCEC) are offering FREE College Information Workshops to all students. Topics will include VA Benefits/Chapter 35, Applying to Military Academies, Scholarship Essays, and FAFSA (Free Application for Federal; Student Aid).
- DATE/TIME: January 27, 2025/6:00-8:00pm
- LOCATION: Newsome High School, 16550 Fishhawk Blvd, Lithia, FL 33547
- DATE/TIME: January 28, 2025/6:00-8:00pm
- LOCATION: M&FRC Annex, 8104 Condor Street, MacDill AFB
- POC: Dr. Venetia D Waters, venetia.waters@us.af.mil
MACDILL COUNCIL FOR EDUCATIONAL EXCELLENCE (MCEE)
A forum to meet the leadership of MacDill and Hillsborough County Public School (HCPS), along with discussing educational opportunities and needs for K-12 students.
- DATE/TIME: January 26, 2026/4:00pm
- LOCATION: 6 ARW Conference Room, 8208 Hangar Loop Drive, Bldg. 299, MacDill AFB
Zoom: Meeting ID 161 117 9896 Passcode: SLPMCEE
CIVIL AIR PATROL – A UNIQUE OPPORTUNITY FOR YOUTH
Did you know your child can earn their pilot's license before they even get their driver's license? Civil Air Patrol (CAP) is a premier public service organization offering incredible opportunities for youth ages 12-18 to get involved in aviation, leadership, and community service. With a focus on leadership, aerospace education, and emergency services, CAP helps shape future leaders and inspires youth to explore careers in aviation and STEM fields. This opportunity is open to youth ages 12-18, with middle school students being the ideal age to get the most out of the program. Families and community members interested in learning more about the program or getting involved are welcome.
ACTIVATE NEW TRICARE PRESCRIPTIONS WITH Q-ANYWHERE AT ALL MACDILL PHARMACIES
Q-Anywhere is LIVE NOW at all 6th Medical Group Pharmacies. To use Q-Anywhere, the patient can text “Get in line” to 1-833-224-5302 or visit https://cxmlink.com/MTF6031 to start a virtual ticket. Simply follow the prompts to activate your prescriptions. A few things to consider about Q-Anywhere include: (1) Main Clinic Pharmacy services are limited to patients who are assigned to a provider at the 6th Medical Group (2) Sabal Park Pharmacy services are limited to patients who are assigned to a provider at the Sabal Park Clinic (3) Prescriptions activated at the Drive-Thru Pharmacy will be available two duty days after the date requested at 8 a.m. (4) Refills are not requested through Q-Anywhere (please utilize refill line)
MACDILL AFB CHAPEL COMMUNITY FOOD PANTRY
The MacDill AFB Chapel has non-perishable food items available to all with base access Monday to Thursday 0900-1500 and Friday 0900-1200. (*Subject to change).
- DATE/TIME: Monday to Thursday 0900-1500 and Friday 0900-1200. (*Subject to change).
- LOCATION: MacDill AFB Chapel, Bldg. 355, 2204 Administration Ave MacDill AFB, FL 33621
- POC: MacDill AFB Chapel, 813-828-3621, 6ARW.HCAdmin@us.af.mil.
STAY HEALTHY THIS FLU SEASON: GET YOUR FLU SHOT TODAY!
Protect yourself and your community from the flu this season. The flu vaccine is safe and effective. Talk to your healthcare provider if you have any questions or concerns through the MHS GENESIS Patient Portal or by calling the Appointment Line at 813-827-2273. The annual flu vaccine is now available for:
- Active-Duty Service Members
- Retirees
- Dependents
- All TRICARE Beneficiaries ages 6 months and older
- DATE/TIME: Monday – Friday, 7:30 AM - 4:00 PM, Training days, 1st and 3rd Wednesday, 1:00 PM - 4:00 PM (Walk-ins are welcome during the listed hours.)
- LOCATION: Immunizations Clinic inside MacDill Main Clinic
- POC: Immunizations Clinic, 813-827-9371
DRONE AWARENESS/SAFETY
Drones are not allowed on, or within 5 miles of, MacDill AFB. They can pose a variety of security dangers including espionage, smuggling, hacking, dangerous payload, and more. If you see a drone on MacDill AFB, observe it from a safe location and report it to Security Forces (813) 828-3322 immediately. For your safety, DO NOT approach drones. The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) uses the DRONE acronym for their recommended procedures:
- Detect. Direct attention outward and upward. Attempt to locate and identify individuals operating the drone.
- Report incident to Security Forces on-base or the FAA Regional Operations Center (ROC) off-base.
- Security Forces: (813) 828-3322
- Florida is in the East ROC: (404) 305-5180, 9-ESA-ROC@faa.gov
- Observe drone and maintain visibility of the device.
- Notice features: identify type of device (fixed wing/multirotor), its size, shape, color, and payload.
- Execute appropriate police action.
- MacDill AFB No Drone Zone: https://media.defense.gov/2023/Oct/11/2003317561/-1/-1/0/231011-Z-PQ017-1001.JPG
- If you see something, say something!
- Submit a tip: https://www.osi.af.mil/Submit-a-Tip/