• Four WWII Vets awarded the French Legion D'Honneur

    Seventy years ago on June 6, 1944, U.S. and French forces led an invasion on German-occupied Western Europe in the invasion of Normandy, which led to the restoration of the French Republic and contributed to the victory of the Allies in the war.Former French President Nicolas Sarkozy opened

  • Swimming Safety

    Swimming is a great recreational sport that can be enjoyed by people of all ages. Whether you are swimming in a pool, lake, ocean, or water park there are safety measures that should be taken.While swimming in the ocean or a lake, rip currents, sand bars and water creatures are potential safety

  • The Staff Sgt. Release Party

    Once again the list has been released, on July 10, announcing the new staff sergeant selects for the 2014 year.To commemorate the selectees' achievement, Network 5/6 at MacDill Air Force Base, Fla. put on an event known as the Staff Sergeant Release Party in the base theater.The purpose of this

  • Bicycle Safety

    Summer is nearly half way done! More and more bicyclists are riding their bicycles and it's up to everyone to ensure the roads stay safe.In Florida, the bicycle is legally defined as a vehicle and the bicyclist is a driver. Bicyclists have the same rights to the roadways, and must obey the same

  • K-9 airpower

    The 6th Security Forces Squadron military working dog section teamed up with the U.S. Coast Guard Air Station in Clearwater, Fla., to familiarize four MWD's with being in the presence of and flying in a helicopter, June 30, 2014. This experience allowed the handlers to evaluate their four-legged

  • Boating safety

    As summer temperatures heat up, it's common for people to head for the water. Having fun is a top priority for everyone this summer, but don't forget about staying safe while having fun.If being on a boat or participating in water activities is in your summer plans, always wear a life jacket. It

  • Firework Safety

    As the Fourth of July quickly approaches many will see firework stands popping up along the side of the road. While the holiday is an exciting time to get together and celebrate by lighting fireworks, safety needs to be a top priority. Last year over 900 people required hospital treatment from

  • Southeast Air Base Renovation

    By the order of President Franklin D. Roosevelt, Southeast Air Base was opened and built as a World War II strategic air base position. Using the federal relief program created during the Great Depression, our flightline was constructed. A lot has changed since the opening of Southeast Air Base in

  • Be prepared: the DFAC is closing

    The Diner's Reef dining facility is a key resource in keeping the members of Team MacDill well-fed and nourished; especially the dorm residents. Unfortunately, the dining facility will go through a closure beginning August 25, 2014 that will last approximately 90 days.Why is this happening?The

  • Drinking and Driving Safety

    "If you're going to drink, don't drive- If you're going to drive, don't drink," said Tech. Sgt. Keturah Reed, 6th Air Mobility Wing safety technician.Endangerment to yourself and/or others, reckless behavior, poor judgment, health issues, and dependency are all risks a person takes when drinking