• Nutrition smart fueling initiative

    At MacDill AFB, we are committed to the holistic health and physical fitness of our military families. How can you personalize your plate? The dietary guidelines encourage Americans to enjoy nutrient dense foods and beverages that reflect personal preferences, respect cultural traditions and take

  • Cleaning around the Bay for Earth Day

    In honor of the 51st Annual Earth Day, Team MacDill, along with a volunteer dive team from the Florida Aquarium, helped with a bay and base clean-up, April 23, 2021, at MacDill Air Force Base, Florida.

  • MacDill honors and recognizes volunteers

    Each year, the nation sets aside a special week to recognize volunteers for what they accomplish for our communities. Team MacDill recognizes and honors its volunteers during National Volunteer Week (April 18-24).

  • MacDill AFB protects the force with COVID-19 vaccinations

    Taking care of military personnel, either active duty, reserve, guard or retirees, is a high priority for MacDill Air Force Base, Florida, especially during the coronavirus pandemic. To assist with reducing the amount of COVID-19 related cases, the 6th Medical Group stands-up a point of dispensing

  • Ahead of the storm: Team MacDill conducts HUREX

    Team MacDill conducted a hurricane readiness exercise Apr. 20–22 to review unit checklists and plans for tropical storms and hurricanes to ensure installation operations will continue during these severe weather events.

  • Protecting children from insect bites

    It’s that time of year where insects and their pesky bites are increasing! Children are especially susceptible, but with good prevention, we can minimize the irritation these pests cause. One of the most effective prevention methods is the use of insect repellents containing DEET.

  • 91st ARS refuels F-22, A-10 for Florida air shows

    An F-22 Raptor aircraft and an A-10 Thunderbolt aircraft II fly through the air after being refueled by a KC-135 Stratotanker from MacDill Air Force Base, Fla., April 18, 2021, after performing for the SUN ‘n FUN Aerospace Expo located in Lakeland, Fla. The Expo is the second largest air show in the