News

July 29, 2022
Monkeypox declared public health emergency: What Airmen, Guardians need to know

With more than 4,000 monkeypox cases in the U.S., Airmen and Guardians should know the risks and how to stay safe.
July 19, 2022
National Suicide Prevention Lifeline hotline quick-dial option now live

The National Suicide Prevention Lifeline hotline is launching a new quick-dial option nationwide starting July 16.
May 25, 2022
MacDill Airmen honor 75 fallen service members during remembrance event

Airmen from the 6th Air Refueling Wing placed over 75 signs and ribbons to honor fallen service members alongside volunteers from the MacDill community during the Second Annual Memorial Day Remembrance event at MacDill Air Force Base, Florida, May 25, 2022.
May 23, 2022
Airmen honor fallen Port Dawgs during memorial run

Airmen assigned to the 6th Logistics Readiness Squadron participate in a memorial run honoring fallen "Port Dawgs" at MacDill Air Force Base, Florida, May 20, 2022.
May 6, 2022
Revised ‘Brown, Blue Book’ released

Tradition and heritage are themes found within the revamped foundational guides for Airmen to emulate throughout their career.
April 23, 2022
The Blueprint: Roadmap to Enlisted Force Development

The Blueprint serves as a foundational document to link enlisted development — from entry to departure. This new document is one of 28 Enlisted Force Development Action Plan (EFD-AP) objectives focused on developing tomorrow’s enlisted Airmen … today.
April 20, 2022
MacDill raises awareness during SAAPM month

The MacDill Air Force Base Sexual Assault Prevention and Response office is conducting several events throughout April, in support of national Sexual Assault Awareness and Prevention month recognized by both military and civilian communities.
April 13, 2022
UCF AFROTC cadets fly with the 91st ARS during AIM flight

Cadets with Air Force ROTC Detachment 159 at the University of Central Florida joined the 91st Air Refueling Squadron (ARS) on an air refueling mission as part of the Aviation Inspiration Mentorship (AIM) High program April 11, 2022.
March 16, 2022
6th SFS marine patrol unit remains ready

Twenty years ago, shortly after the attacks on 9/11, MacDill Air Force Base’s marine patrol was established in order to provide waterborne protection, deterrence and response to any threats within the base’s surrounding waters. Today, the 6th SFS marine patrolmen have become the standard across the
March 15, 2022
6th FSS hosts Armed Forces Soccer Championship

U.S. service members gathered during the opening ceremony of the Armed Forces Men’s Soccer Tournament at MacDill Air Force Base, Florida, March 6, 2022. The week-long championship hosts members from all branches under the U.S. Department of Defense, where the top 21 athletes will be selected to