March 16, 2018 The future is in your hands: Invest in your education While I was at Expeditionary Active Shooter training, a junior enlisted Airman from the 6th Aircraft Maintenance Squadron asked me what my college degree was in. It piqued my interest because it isn’t a typical question asked of an O-6. As we were talking I was very impressed by his motivation in
Feb. 8, 2018 February: National Children’s Dental Health Month February is National Children’s Dental Health Month. It is a special month-long observance that brings together thousands of dedicated dental professionals, healthcare providers and educators to promote the benefits of good oral health to children, their caregivers, teachers and many others
Jan. 16, 2018 That time of the year, it’s tax season Tax season is around the corner and members of MacDill Air Force Base, Florida will hopefully be able to receive a nice amount of cash back from all their hard work this year.
Jan. 5, 2018 Traffic circle etiquette Contractors recently completed a new traffic circle, also known as a roundabout, at the intersection of SOCOM Memorial Way and Tampa Point Boulevard with a new traffic pattern heading south on Tampa Point Boulevard into the U.S. Special Operation Command compound.
Nov. 16, 2017 Spread the Cheer this Holiday Season, Volunteer! Tax season is quickly approaching and hopefully you will receive some of that hard earned cash back from the past year. Thankfully, MacDill Air Force Base offers FREE tax services for all active duty, retirees, spouses and dependents with proof of a valid military identification card. However, for
Nov. 9, 2017 Pedestrian and traffic safety Recently, there have been several instances where a pedestrian has almost been hit while illegally crossing the road to their place of duty or their vehicle. In an effort to ensure everyone is aware of the law, and current installation policy, please refer to MacDill AFB Instruction 31-116 and
Nov. 2, 2017 Changes Are Coming to TRICARE: Are You Ready to Take Command of Your Health? Changes are coming to your TRICARE benefits beginning Jan. 1, 2018. These changes are designed to give you more benefit choices, improve access to care, simplify cost shares and allow you to take command of your health.
Oct. 26, 2017 What you need to know about Fluoride? MACDILL AIR FORCE BASE, Fla. - You have probably heard about the importance of brushing and flossing in order to maintain a healthy mouth. In fact, the American Dental Association recommends brushing twice daily for at least two minutes (yes, two minutes feels like an eternity) and flossing at least
Oct. 20, 2017 My visit to Puerto Rico after Hurricane Maria As I sat at my desk, devouring a turkey sub for dinner, I became embarrassingly engulfed into the Game of Thrones theory video I was watching.