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  • Legal takes on avoiding moving missteps

    After nearly three years at Tyndall, I have been given orders and will be partaking in a permanent change of station to the Pentagon this summer.I will miss the beaches and the roar of the F-22 Raptors. It will be hard to adjust to colder weather and Beltway traffic, but I look forward to this new

  • The last bite

    Shake, take, salute and pose for a photo--Tyndall's 2014 March Enlisted Promotion Ceremony was carrying on as usual. I raised my camera, waited for the grip and grin moment and then took the photo of family members tacking on the member's stripes. As I raised my camera, getting ready for the next

  • FIAR requires accountable BAH

    In an October 2011 memorandum, the Secretary of Defense Leon Panetta called for the department to achieve audit readiness of the Statement of Budgetary Resources by the end of 2014. Recently, Air Force Secretary Deborah James set three priorities for her tenure. One of those priorities is for the

  • Good Dental Habits: It’s never too early to start

    As many parents can attest, raising children is n0t always easy and can be very time consuming. However, with a little extra time and effort up front, the results down the road can be very rewarding. This relationship also applies to your children's dental health. No one said brushing children's

  • Heart health month

    February is Heart Health month, so why not treat yourself to some heart-smart diet changes! Take Care of Your Heart:Choose heart-healthy foods like whole grains, fruits, vegetables, low-fat or fat-free dairy, lean protein and heart-healthy fats. Limit your calories by filling up on high-fiber foods

  • Triumph & Tragedy of the Tyndall Family

    Edward Charles Bruce "E.C.B." Tyndall, born May 1, 1858 in Middlesex County, England came to the United States as a single young man in 1882, seeking exciting opportunities. He soon joined the U. S. Army Calvary, traveling and serving the country for several years, but had learned of the area along

  • Teen dating violence - What you can do to protect your teen

    February is National Teen Dating and Violence Month. In 2004, Teen Dating Violence Awareness and Prevention Week was started in order to bring dating violence to light and to let teenagers know that they can talk to each other and they can talk to people who can help when they are the victim of

  • Every Dollar Helps

    Tyndall has an outstanding record of charitable donations through the Combined Federal Campaign, and this year is no different with the goal being met at 100 percent contact at $121,646.04.The CFC is a one-stop shop for federal employees to donate to properly-vetted charities during a dedicated

  • Holiday Safety

    The holiday season is upon us. It is imperative we keep safety at the forefront of our thoughts as we involve ourselves in all the holiday preparations and activities.If you're traveling, always let others know your departure and arrival times. Nowadays most people have cell phones, so ensure you

  • The American dream: Something to be thankful for

    My favorite holiday is Thanksgiving. It's a no nonsense, straightforward holiday set aside for family and considering the things we are most grateful for. This Thanksgiving I was reminded of what I have to be thankful for in a great way. My sister and her husband visited us from Utah, and we spent a