Yellow sand: an annual rite of spring

Every year between March and May, servicemembers stationed in the Republic of Korea may notice a yellowish haze in the air. Yellow sand, as it is called, is blown in from the deserts of China and Mongolia. "Yellow sand is made up of very fine particles of sand as well as other things collected from

Airmen go to rodeo to learn ATSO

With Osan's Operational Readiness Inspection just days away, the 51st Civil Engineer Squadron readiness flight provided Airmen an opportunity to practice their "Ability to Survive and Operate" training Monday. Airman spent the day going to 22 different stations at the ATSO Rodeo, learning everything

Spare-time fun: Bowling center has something for everyone

Does work stress have you feeling pinned down? Do you sometimes feel like going on strike? Well, don't split just yet - the 51st Services Squadron has something that may be right up your alley. The MiG Alleys Bowling Center offers respite from the daily grind for everyone at Osan. In fact, bowling

One diamond brings two nations together

If you measured success strictly by a scoresheet, you would say the Osan American High School baseball team didn't do too well after losing to Cheonan Bukil High School 10-1 Friday. However, there was much more gained that afternoon. Relationships were formed. Two groups of boys, one American, one

Air Force releases combat action medal criteria

Air Force officials at the Air Force Personnel Center released criteria this week for award of the new combat action medal, an award for Airmen who have been involved in direct fighting situations where they risked their lives in an enemy engagement. Air Force Chief of Staff Gen. T. Michael Moseley

Easter egg hunt

Seventh Air Force Warrior Run

AFSO21 there to help you

Most people have heard of AFSO21, but some may not know what it is or how it can help them while at Osan. So what is it? "(Air Force Smart Operations for the 21st Century) is an exciting program because you get to make an impact on your organization," said 1st Lt. Marsha Smith, the 51st Fighter Wing

COMM before the storm

Osan recognizes its 'littlest patriots'

Osan joins bases around the world this month in recognizing a group of military supporters that is sometimes overlooked - the military child. Established by Secretary of Defense Caspar Weinberger in 1986, the Month of the Military Child recognizes the contributions and sacrifices made by even the