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SHEEP (from Page 13) “Our mission is to build
the future of air power and to lead the Air Force in devel- oping Airmen while training F-16 fighter pilots,” Sletten said. “My goal is to produce Airmen and fighter pilots who are first and foremost, professionals, and who are lethal and passionate when it comes to their craft.”
In alignment with this mission, Sletten aims to honor and build upon the 8th FS’s legacy while reinvigo- rating the enthusiasm and passion of his Airmen.
“I am very excited to be leading the Black Sheep of the 8th FS,” Sletten said. “It is a privilege very few people have and a great re- sponsibility — one I do not take lightly. I cannot wait to start contributing in tangible ways to the overall mission of the Air Force while instilling pride and excitement in the young men and women who are working for me.”
Editor’s note: Information from http://www.af.mil/ News/Article-Display/Ar- ticle/1135435/af-addresses- pilot-shortage/ was used in this publication.
Luke Air Force Base
BRIEFS (from Page 3) event that combines games and
activities to promote social and physical development Sept. 23 at Little Gym in Litchfield Park. Children ages 3 to 5 participate 2:15 to 3:15 p.m. Children ages 6 to 12 participate 3:15 to 4:15 p.m. The cost is $5 per person. Parents must accompany their children. Register by Sept. 22 at the youth center.
Youth football clinic
The Fiesta Bowl Youth Football Clinic is 8 a.m. to noon Oct. 7 at the Salvation Army Kroc Center at 1375 E. Broadway Rd., Phoe- nix, 85040. Registration is now. For more information, contact Ryan Diller at youthfootball- clinic@fiestabowl.org.
9/11 memorial event
The Phoenix Fire Department is featuring a 9/11 memorial event in memory of the lives lost during the terrorist attacks on America at 9 a.m. Sept. 11 at the Phoenix City Hall, 200 W. Washington Street, Phoenix, east end of the atrium.
Birdies for the Brave
The PGA Tour Birdies for the Brave is recruiting 20 active- duty and Reserve military mem- bers for each day Nov. 8 and 9 to
caddie for PGA Tour Champions players for one hole during the tournament’s pro-am. For more information, call Kristi Lee Fowlks at 480-237-2100, ext. 14 prior to Oct. 18.
Cultural festival
The West Valley Island Cul- tural Festival is noon to 6 p.m. Nov. 12 at the Glendale Adult Center at 5970 W. Brown St., Glendale, 85302. The multicul- tural festival will include live entertainment, a Hawaiian/Ta- hitian dance competition, prizes and more. Presale or online tickets are $25 per adult, $15 per youth ages 13-19, $10 per child ages 4-12 and children 3 years and under are free. For more information, go to www. wvislandculturalfest.com.
Toastmasters on base
Toastmasters meets noon to 1 p.m. Thursdays in Bldg. 1150, 3rd Floor Conference Room. Improve communication and leadership skills through friendly, constructive exercises involving prepared and im- promptu speaking, and group leadership. Instructional ma- terials are provided. The cost is $20 to join and $7 per month thereafter. For more infor- mation, call Lynne Nutter at 623-856-8711.
presents
PLATINUM CELEBRATION
UNITED STATES AIR FORCE
Birthday
“AMERICAN AIRMEN BREAKING BARRIERS SINCE 1947”
SATURDAY - 9 SEPT 2017 WIGWAM RESORT
5 PM -- SOCIAL HOUR
FOLLOWED BY
DINNER/DANCING/ENTERTAINMENT
POCs: Capt Ryan Neely 623-856-6915 and Capt Katrina Baumann 623-856-9729
Lin Sue Cooney, director of community engagement
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Care for advanced illness. Dementia care. And care for the caregiver. Recognition for military veterans.
Pet therapy. Music and massage. Access to a healthcare professional 24/7.
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THANK YOU FOR SERVING OUR COUNTRY & PROTECTING OUR FREEDOM FOR
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