117th Air Refueling Wing Commentaries

Live Well and Not In Fear

Ch (Lt Col) Daryl Hamaker — Fri, 11 Dec 2020 19:17:00 GMT

Today we find ourselves in a very negative charged media environment, coupled with a worldwide

WARRIORS: Who Are People of Faith Must Be a Refuge In The Midst of Fear

Chaplain (Lt Col) Daryl Hamaker — Wed, 15 Apr 2020 16:46:52 GMT

I would like to share some words to encourage you today. The passage of scripture above speaks to

A Thanksgiving Message

Chaplain (Lt. Col.) Daryl Hamaker — Fri, 22 Nov 2019 18:24:56 GMT

As we enter the season of Thanksgiving I would like to share some words from President Ronald Regan

Merry Christmas and Happy New Year!!!

Col. Scott Grant — Wed, 19 Dec 2018 14:46:00 GMT

Wow, what a terrific year 2018 has been. The 117th is on an awesome trajectory into 2019. Last

Setting Goals

Col. Anthony Johnson, Commander — Thu, 06 Dec 2018 19:49:00 GMT

As I prepare to retire from the military at the end of this year, I thought about what to say in my

There Is No “I” In Team Or Is There?

Chief Master Sgt. David L. Wright — Wed, 14 Nov 2018 20:30:05 GMT

There used to be a question asked at board interviews. Who is the most important person or what is

Changes in Latitude, Changes in Attitude, How 100 Feet Saved My ANG Career

Senior Master Sgt. Nathan Fallin — Fri, 09 Nov 2018 15:40:00 GMT

I was in the fifth year of my first enlistment when I came to the first major crossroads of my

The Base Honor Guard – We Need a Few Good Airmen!

Lt. Col. Jon M. Taylor — Tue, 21 Aug 2018 12:40:00 GMT

Are you looking for a way to serve the 117th Air Refueling Wing in addition to your specific Air

Driving While Tired or Sleep Deprived

Capt. James W. Parker — Wed, 01 Aug 2018 12:32:35 GMT

We’ve all done it. I’ve done it. You’ve done it. And, for the most part, most of us have gotten away

The Time Has Come

Senior Master Sgt Ken Johnson — Fri, 18 May 2018 20:39:14 GMT

It’s hard to believe that my military service is coming to an end. Just a couple more months and

The Personal Aspect of Full Spectrum Readiness

Lt. Col. Jon Michael Taylor — Tue, 27 Feb 2018 14:50:00 GMT

The commander of Air Mobility Command, Gen. Carlton D. Everhart II, has established readiness and

Why Did You Join The Military?

Lt. Col. David B. Etheredge, 117 OSS Commander — Tue, 13 Feb 2018 16:26:00 GMT

I have been asked this question many times over the years, mainly by those outside the military, so

Post-Deployment Health Assessments and Stress

Lt. Col. Edward Jones — Sun, 21 Jan 2018 19:06:00 GMT

Since the 1990s, the United States military has deployed hundreds of thousands of troops to the

Changes in the Air National Guard

Lt. Col. Mike Adams, Commander 106th Air Refueling Squadron — Thu, 21 Dec 2017 19:01:00 GMT

I enlisted on Jan 11, 1990, and I can promise you the Air National Guard has changed in the 27 years

Blessed and Thankful

Maj. Michael Marshall — Tue, 21 Nov 2017 22:05:00 GMT

The month of November is a month set aside by our nation to remember our blessings and to give

What's Your Why?

Maj. Scott Vandenberghe — Thu, 02 Nov 2017 12:10:01 GMT

Why did you get up this morning? Why did you join the Air National Guard? Why do you come to

Far Above Ordinary

Command Chief Master Sgt. David Bullard — Thu, 12 Oct 2017 13:57:15 GMT

When you open the homepage of the Air National Guard’s recruiting website at goang.com, you will

Medical Reporting And Your Responsibilities

Col. Brett V. Fehrle — Tue, 05 Sep 2017 22:18:00 GMT

What are your responsibilities as an Air National Guard member when it comes to medical

What Is The CCAF And Why Should You Be A Graduate?

Lt. Col. Jon Michael Taylor — Sun, 20 Aug 2017 11:46:00 GMT

I am confident over the past couple of years that you have heard someone encourage you to enroll in

New Beginnings

Master Sgt. Stentsen Ellenburg — Wed, 05 Jul 2017 13:09:00 GMT

New beginnings are always an exciting time. Whether it is a new job or hobby, the start of a new