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  • New ID card scanning system at McEntire

    If you've come through McEntire's main gate recently, you've most likely noticed a new system that has been put into place. It is a new ID card scanning device called the Defense Biometrics Identification System, which the 169th Security Forces Squadron has been utilizing since March 28. DBIDS can

  • Who are you calling "Chair Force"?

    A four-man team of Swamp Foxes represented the 169th Fighter Wing in this year's South Carolina National Guard Warfighter Sustainment Training Exercise, better known as the TAG Match. It was held March 15-17 at the McCrady Training Center, Eastover, S.C. There were nine teams participating, with the

  • PAR Teams: Critical for ORI success

    After the enemy attacks, a specialized team is called upon to survey the damage. They are positioned to be the first responders on scene to ensure all is safe before anyone else is put in potential danger.The Post Attack Reconnaissance team (PAR) is one of the first to leave their safety zone in

  • What is all the hush about?

    EASTOVER, S.C. - On McEntire Joint National Guard Base lies a building with a name as interesting as the building itself, that building is the hush house. It looks like a small hanger with a tube behind it. The hush house earns its name from what it keeps hidden within its walls; it's not hiding

  • 2012 Airfield Operations Flight Complex of the Year

    McEntire's 245th Air Traffic Control Squadron recently was recognized by the National Guard as the 2012 Airfield Operations Flight Complex of the Year. The squadron was chosen over 14 other Guard units.The 245th was supported by numerous other McEntire units in vying for the award. The submission

  • Military Saves Week ends, but saving doesn't have to

    While Military Saves Week ended March 2, saving money is something that can be done year round. Military Saves Week highlights the need for military families to reduce debt and save for the future, something the military emphasizes to keep the force ready. Military Saves Week is part of the yearlong

  • McEntire Firefighters prepare for upcoming ORI

    As McEntire's firefighters prepare for November's Operational Readiness Inspection, training is the main point of emphasis.Senior Master Sgt. Stephen Turner, base fire chief, is responsible for ensuring all McEntire firefighters are prepared to respond to various emergencies here. He also ensures

  • The SCANG recently named its 2012 award winners

    The SCANG recently named its 2012 Airmen of the Year award winners. The Airman, noncommissioned officer and senior NCO honorees will be recognized during this spring's Guard Association conference and again during the wing's next quarterly awards and promotions ceremony.Airman of the Year - Senior

  • Thank you and best wishes

    Fellow Airmen,This week I will retire from active duty after more than 30 years of service. Before I do that, I want to express my sincere appreciation for all you do, one more time.Today's Air Force is an incredible institution. The amazing things you get done every day are a testament to the

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