Recruiters exceed goals, bring home the gold

Imagine trying to convince someone to join the military in wartime when potential recruits know their next summer vacation could very well be in Afghanistan. Recruiters at the 162nd Fighter Wing make it look easy. They recruited an astonishing 197 Airmen last year. Master Sergeants Teresa Denogean,

AZANG star performers shine at OAY banquet

The Arizona Air National Guard gathered under the evening sky to celebrate its star performers at the Outstanding Airman of the Year Banquet held here March 7, at the Westin La Paloma Resort. The OAY banquet is an annual celebration honoring the best of the best in the Arizona Air National Guard.

Arizona’s fighter wing welcomes new commander

The Air National Guard's premier F-16 fighter pilot training unit welcomed a new commander during a change of command ceremony here March 7. Col. Greg Stroud assumed command of Arizona's 162nd Fighter Wing from Brig. Gen. Patrick Moisio before wing members, family and friends assembled at the Air

Prestigious award named for 162nd Fighter Wing Minuteman Committee member, community leader

When Tucson community and business leaders gathered to present the Tucson Light: William G. Valenzuela Legacy Award, the guest of honor was told he was attending a Valentine's Day party in downtown Tucson's Stillwell House, Feb. 13. Bill Valenzuela, a 162nd Fighter Wing Minuteman, Arizona State

USA Basketball proclaims support for Guardsmen, Reservists

On the eve of the highly-anticipated NBA All-Star weekend, an event that once again catapulted Phoenix into the National spotlight; Arizona's most prominent political, business and military figures had cause for celebration. At the Arizona Biltmore Resort, Arizona's own Jerry Colangelo, managing

Medical Group rakes in major awards

The National Guard Bureau announced the 162nd Medical Group as recipient of the 2008 Theodore C. Marrs Team Award in recognition for outstanding medical readiness, Feb. 6. The group was selected over 88 other Air National Guard units across the country. The award also singled out three key

Fini flight raises funds for Guard families

Arizona Guardsmen Take on NBA Stars

Arizona Army and Air National Guardsmen were honored for their combat service Feb. 15 with an opportunity to score against National Basketball Association greats Shaquille O'Neal and David Robinson during the 2009 NBA All-Star Weekend here. But this competition didn't take place on a basketball

Photo Feature: Steak Fry serves 947 Airmen, retirees

Wing annual awards honors best of the best

An ocean of uniformed servicemembers filled chairs and stood lining the walls in the massive Hanger 10 here Feb. 7 during the 162nd Fighter Wing's 2008 Annual Awards ceremony. The ceremony honored 44 wing members and six teams for outstanding contributions and personal development. It began with