Hagel memo prepares for 11 furlough days July 8-Sept. 30
American Forces Press Service
May 16, 2013
WASHINGTON — Defense Secretary Chuck Hagel announced Tuesday that he has signed a memorandum directing defense managers to prepare to furlough most Defense Department civilian employees for up to 11 days between July 8 and the Sept. 30 end of the fiscal year. Here is the text of the memo in its entirety: This memo directs defense managers to prepare to furlough most Department of Defense (DoD)... Read more


Commentary: After all options reviewed, decision had to be made
American Forces Press Service
May 16, 2013
WASHINGTON — In a message to the Defense Department workforce, Defense Secretary Chuck Hagel on Wednesday explained why he "very reluctantly" decided that a historic budget shortfall necessitates up to 11 unpaid furlough days for most of the department’s civilian employees between July 8 and the Sept. 30 end of the fiscal year. Here is the secretary’s message:   To all Department of Defense... Read more


Commentary: Commander on furlough updates
Lt. Gen. Bruce Litchfield, AFSC commander
May 16, 2013
TINKER AIR FORCE BASE, Okla. — I’m coming to you with news on furloughs — news that does not come lightly or without great personal impact to our workforce. The Department of Defense has announced that they will furlough most non-deployed civilians for up to 11 days. The furlough period is scheduled to begin July 8, with one furlough day per week for most personnel. These furloughs will continue... Read more


Army continues winning streak
Mary Lou Gorny, Hilltop Times Editor
May 16, 2013
      The Armed Forces Indoor Volleyball Tournament concluded with its last two matches on Sunday afternoon with strong showings in the men’s and women’s division by Army teams who took gold. The Army women defeated the Air Force women’s team after losing the first set, 19-25, by changing the momentum in the second set, 25-15, and taking a win after hard-fought lengthy plan in the... Read more


Physical fitness rodeo, memorial
75th Security Forces Squadron
May 16, 2013
In the spirit of remembering and honoring the efforts of security forces efforts, activities for National Police Week, will continue through Friday. Thursday, May 16, a Police Week Endurance Fitness Challenge will be held at the Warrior Fitness Center Track Parking Lot at 9 a.m. Four person teams will compete various tasks, in an Air Force Rodeo. There will be a High Mobility Multipurpose... Read more


Make your move at chess championship
Krista Starker, Hilltop Times Correspondent
May 16, 2013
Be sure to "check" your schedule and bring a "mate" to the annual Hill Air Force Base Chess Championship. The championship will be June 8 in the Daedalian Room at The Landing. Registration begins at 11 a.m., and is free and open to active duty, retired, DoD civilians, and dependents age 18 and older. Master Sgt. (Ret.) Hank Beuning, secretary of the Hill Air Force Base Chess Club which hosts the... Read more


Just out – Maintenance Operations Management multimedia class
367th Training Support Squadron
May 16, 2013
The 367th Training Support Squadron, "The Griffin," recently announced the release of "Maintenance Operations Management," an Interactive Multimedia Instruction (IMI) course for maintenance managers. The course, Maintenance Operations Management (MOM), has been uploaded to the Aeronautical Data Link System. With over 8,000 hours of production, contributions from 12 subject matter experts from... Read more


CHPS hosts garden veggies to tabletop, Be Active in May classes
Civilian Health Personnel Services
May 16, 2013
Civilian Health Promotion Services continues a variety of activities in May including: • "From Garden to Table, Eating Seasonal Foods," Thursday, May 16, from 11 a.m. to noon, Building 533, Health and Wellness Center — Bring your garden to the table this summer. CHPS is excited to partner up with a local gardening expert to bring you information on basic gardening tips and techniques. You will... Read more


U of Phoenix leadership workshop
Hilltop Times staff
May 16, 2013
The University of Phoenix Utah Campus is hosting a free transformational leadership event Thursday, May 16, 6 p.m. - 8:30 p.m. at 5373 S. Green St., Room 105, Salt Lake City. In today’s competitive global economy, leadership offers both challenges and rewards. University of Phoenix School of Business invites anyone interested to learn more about resources essential for leadership success. At... Read more


Seasonal change-over facility temperatures to save on utility bills
May 16, 2013
As the weather gets warmer, civil engineering crews are preparing to curtail heat in some areas of the base. CE will monitor the weather closely and make adjustments to the heating and air conditioning systems as appropriate. Monitoring and making proactive adjustments to these systems could save as much as $150,000 from the normal May utility bill. Facility heating/cooling standards,... Read more