Worlds collide on soccer field

Kevin Bush, Squadron Officer School instructor, misses the ball as it soars into the net during a friendly match of soccer against International Officer School students on Nov. 16. In the end, IOS proved too much for SOS as they won with a score of 6-2. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Christopher Stoltz)

Worlds Collide on the Soccer field

Squadron Officer School instructor Brent Hassler prepares to take a penalty kick as International Officer School student Jean Kaylnamura defends during a friendly match of soccer on Nov. 16. In the end, IOS proved too much for SOS as they won with a score of 6-2. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Christopher Stoltz)

Worlds Collide on the Soccer field

International Officer School Student Igorcho Stoimenovski celebrates after scoring his second goal during a friendly match of soccer against the Squadron Officer School instructors on Nov. 16. In the end, IOS proved too much for SOS as they won with a score of 6-2. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Christopher Stoltz)

Worlds Collide on the Soccer field

International School student Husam Al Nadhairi prepares to receive a pass during a friendly soccer match against the Squadron Officer School instructors on Nov. 16. In the end, IOS proved too much for SOS as they won with a score of 6-2. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Christopher Stoltz)

Construction at Maxwell gates

The 42nd Security Forces Squadron announced that both the Kelly Street and Day Street gates are undergoing construction. Drivers using these gates are asked to plan ahead to prevent traffic congestion and accidents. Lane improvement and gate upgrading at the Day Street gate is ongoing now and is expected to last through the beginning of January. During the next few weeks, one inbound and outbound lane next to the guard shack will be closed. The 42nd Security Forces Squadron is asking motorists to use the Maxwell Boulevard and Kelly Street gates during peak traffic hours. For information, call 953-4105/4116.

Maxwell veterinarian clinic offers services to four-legged family members

Andrew Bradley, a veterinarian at the Maxwell Air Force Base veterinarian clinic, performs a routine checkup Thursday. Maxwell's vet clinic offers routine vaccinations, microchips, health certificates and also carries various animal care products. The vet clinic also performs minor skin, ear, eye exams, and routine tests. It is located in Bldg 914 on Arnold Street next to the Airman's Attic. Animals are seen by appointment only. Normal hours of operation are Monday-Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. For more information or to schedule an appointment, call 953-7357. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Christopher Stoltz)

Maxwell shows appreciation for retirees

Bottom left, retired Lt. Col. Jerry Casper enjoys his return visit to a C-130 as Lt. Col. Jerry Lobb, 908th Airlift Wing public affairs officer, gave the tour, sharing history and engineer information. Nancy Dasinger sits in the copilot's chair on her first visit aboard the C-130 cargo aircraft. (Air Force photo by Rebecca Burylo)

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Senior Airman Osniel Diaz, 42nd Medical Group public health professional, reflects on struggles he endured during basic military training. Diaz attended BMT without knowing how to speak English. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class William Blankenship)

AU Honorary degree for Rep. 'Ike' Skelton

The Honorable Isaac N. Skelton IV, former U.S. Representative from Missouri and chairman of the House Armed Services Committee speaks to attendees after being awarded The Doctor of Law, Honoris Causa by The Air University. Ceremony was held Monday, 5 Nov 2012 in Polifka Auditorium on the campus of Squadron Officer College located on Maxwell Air Force Base, Montgomery, Ala. (U.S. Air Force photo by Donna L. Burnett)

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Maxwell Elementary Middle School students learn to say "no" to drugs in different languages as part of the school's Red Ribbon Week programs Monday. (photo by Rebecca Burylo) )

Bring up your fitness, join Club '100'

Maxwell Air Base recognizes Airmen who earn a perfect score of 100 on their annual physical fitness assessment. These Airmen have improved their score from their last physical training test in order to get into Maxwell's Club 100, or have had a score of 100 previously. (Air Force photo by Senior Airman Christopher Stoltz)

Dressed up dogs

Micah Sheaffer, 5, kisses his dog Franklin Delano during the pet show Saturday at the Maxwell Base Exchange. Franklin dressed up as Mr. T, thanks to owner Tracie Sheaffer, an Air Force spouse. (Courtesy photo)

Air Force, Maxwell Honor Guard members spend a week training

Members of the Maxwell Honor Guard practice ceremonial procedures while being observed by members of the Air Force Honor Guard team. Members of the Air Force Honor Guard from Joint Base Anacostia-Bolling, D.C. regularly travel to provide specialized training to base level honor guard members. (U.S. Air Force photo by Master Sgt. Michael Voss)

Air Force, Maxwell Honor Guard members spend a week training

Members of the Maxwell Honor Guard practice ceremonial procedures while being observed by members of the Air Force Honor Guard team. Members of the Air Force Honor Guard from Joint Base Anacostia-Bolling, D.C. regularly travel to provide specialized training to base level honor guard members. (U.S. Air Force photo by Master Sgt. Michael Voss)

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Master Sgt. Shannon McBee poses for his official photo after being nominated for the 2013 Noncommissioned Officer Association Vanguard Award. McBee saved a man's life while on a flight from Atlanta to San Antonio. (Submitted photo)

SNCOA honors Tuskegee Airman

Retired Lt. Col. Herbert "Gene" Carter, one of the original Tuskegee Airmen, who flew in the famous Red Tail squadron during WWII, signs personal items and memorabilia after the ceremony. (Air Force photo by Bud Hancock)

Bring up your fitness, join Club '100'

Staff Sgt. Wesley Cure is a Defense Finance Administrator from the Holm Center. He is also this week's Club '100' Airman. (Air Force photo by Senior Airman Christopher Stoltz)

Aurora Cadets recognized

Lt. Gen. David Fadok, Air University commander and president, addresses an assembly following his presentation of the Air Force JROTC Award of Valor to Cadets Erin Post and Julia Nguyen Oct. 5. The cadets received the award for their actions following the movie theater shootings in Aurora, Colo., in July. The cadets, students at Aurora Central High School, rendered life-saving aid to victims of the shooting until emergency response personnel arrived on scene. (Courtesy photo)

Diamond Sharp

Air University Public Affairs photojournalist, Airman 1st Class William Blankenship is the latest Diamond Sharp Award winner. Blankenship was selected for the Diamond Sharp award because of his positive contributions to the Profession of Arms, Airmanship and overall professionalism while serving at Maxwell Air Force Base, Alabama. (U.S. Air Force photo illustration by Master Sgt. Michael Voss)

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(U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class William Blankenship)

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Wilderness park is located at 800 Upper Kingston Road in Prattville. This trail is pet friendly and handicap accessible, and admission is free. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class William Blankenship)

Maxwell Airman receives $10K through IDEA Program

42nd Air Base Wing commander, Col. Trent Edwards and wing command chief, Chief Master Sgt. Garth Meade present Program Executive Office-Business Enterprise System, computer programmer Senior Airman Zachariah Grummons a $10,000 check from the Air Force Innovative Development through Employee Awareness Program. Recently, Grummons submitted the paperwork for IDEA 2012-2069, “IMDS Automation and Expediency of Element Recycles,” saving the Air Force $111,625 annually. (U.S. Air Force photo by Master Sgt. Michael Voss)

Maxwell Airman receives $10K through IDEA Program

Computer programmer Senior Airman Zachariah Grummons works on a database at the Air Force Integrated Maintenance Data System Center located on Gunter Annex in Montgomery, Ala., Sept. 20. Recently, Grummons submitted the paperwork for IDEA 2012-2069, “IMDS Automation and Expediency of Element Recycles,” saving the Air Force $111,625 annually and earning him a $10,000 check from the Air Force Innovative Development through Employee Awareness Program. (U.S. Air Force photo by Master Sgt. Michael Voss)