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  • 436th DS reactivated during 436th AMDS change of command

    436th Medical Group members celebrated a joint change-of-command and re-activation ceremony July 2 at The Landings Club. During the ceremony, Col. James Cocklin, 436th Dental Squadron commander, relinquished command of the 436th Aerospace Medicine Squadron and assumed command of the re-activated

  • Dover Team helps community celebrate Independence Day

    More than 75 Team Dover members helped the City of Dover celebrate the birth of America July 4, with day-long activities, including a hometown parade, C-5 Galaxy flyover, musical entertainment and fireworks display. Hundreds of local residents, community members and visitors to the First State,

  • Learn the facts about alcohol

    Alcoholic beverages come in many forms. They are sold in appealing bottles and can be shaken, stirred or served on the rocks. Wines are poured into fancy glasses and margaritas are served in salt-rimmed cups decorated with toothpick umbrellas. Regardless of the look or the taste, they all have one

  • Base entry procedures

    Q: When I came through the North Gate recently, I saw the person in front of me talking to the security forces member, but I did not see them provide any identification to get in the gate. A: Security is all of our responsibility, so I appreciate your engagement. Having said that, I don't have

  • Where were the activities to support Spouse Appreciation Month

    Q: The first week in May was military spouse appreciation week. However, there were no activities to show appreciation to the spouses, or if there were, they were not advertised. Can you explain why? A: I also noticed that the only mention of Spouse Appreciation Month was a story about President

  • Why does the Fitness Center change weekend hours on Holiday weekends?

    Q: I have been working out at the Fitness Center for several years. I have never been able to figure out why the center changes the Saturday and Sunday schedule to the holiday hours when Monday is the actual holiday.A: I agree. Holidays on Monday or Friday will no longer affect our standard weekend

  • Elephant Walk outstanding performers June 16-21

    Congratulations to Team Dover's outstanding performers from the Elephant Walk exercise June 16 - 21. 3rd Airlift Squadron Staff Sgt. Chris Copans 436th Civil Engineer Squadron Master Sgt. Aubrey Barkley Staff Sgt. Adam Barnes Staff Sgt. Evan Bellamy Staff Sgt. David DePauw Staff Sgt. Greg

  • You only live once: DAFB officials provide tips for safe July 4

    For motorcycle and grill safety tips scroll to the bottom of the article. Also, remember that personal fireworks are illegal in Delaware, but if you are traveling to a state where personal fireworks are legal, you'll find several saftey tips listed in the article below. Dover Air Force Base safety

  • Thanks for helping with Del. State youth Top 10 Tourney

    Comment: I would like to extend my appreciation to the wing for its help with the Delaware State youth Top 10 Tournament held recently at Eagle Lanes. Special commendations to the 436th and 512th Security Forces Squadrons for their handling of the entry authorization list for participants and

  • Why has Dover stopped playing reveille or retreat?

    Q: Why has the base stopped playing Reveille or Retreat? They played for a little bit, and then just stopped. A: I appreciate the fact that you noticed the absence of these important traditions. Reveille and retreat are generally programmed to play at 6:30 a.m. and 5 p.m. respectively. On Fridays