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Show Force Marathon set for September 18 Air Firmss HIB0FRACTIC by Air Force Print News Only 1 8 training weeks remain before Wright-Patterso- n AFB, Ohio, hosts the third Air Force Marathon on Sept. 18. Running experts say it takes a minimum of 16 weeks for a casual runner to train for race that traverses many histhe 26.2-mil- e AFB in torical places on Wright-Patterso- n Dayton, Ohio. Labeled a "race with a different altitude," the marathon celebrates the Air Force's birthday and the historical significance of in aviation history. It also Wright-Patterso- n provides a great challenge to the physical fitness of its participants. In addition to the 26.2-mil- e race, the 1999 Air Force Marathon also offers an relay, designed for runners who do not wish to run the entire course. The relay is broken down into four legs five miles, seven miles, 7.5 miles, and 6.7 miles. The team's total elapsed time will determine z .. the winners. n team from Kelly Last year, a AFB, Texas, was the first Air Force team to cross the finish line with a time of 2 hours, 27 minutes, 2 seconds. Teams from McConnell Eki-den-sty- AFB, Kan.; McGuire AFB, N.J.; Scott AFB, HI.; Keesler AFB, Miss.; and Hanscom AFB, Mass., are just a few who also competed. Air Force Services officials have desig- nated the Air Force Marathon an event where individual base services organizations can use appropriated funds to offset travel costs for participants. When combined with the "Operation Runner" profamilies gram, in which welcome runners into their homes for marathon weekend, the main expense on this permissive temporary duty is the entry fee. All finishers, including relay team memWright-Patterso- n , bers, receive the unique Air Force Marathon and other finisher medallion, patch, rt souvenirs. v For more information on the marathon, including registration fees, call the U.S. Air 3 orvisittheir Force Marathon at 800 web site athttp;afmaramon.wpafb.afmil. Registration deadline is Sept. 4. 1 T-shi- . : 467-182- L U vizi ill mandatory For individuals residing on or temporarily staying on Hill AFB, firearm registration is mandatory- Personnel residing in billeting or dormitories are required to store their firearm (s) with the Security Forces Housing Armory, Bldg. 1219, or residents may store their firearm (s) in their housing unit, but must register all firearms with the Security Forces Squadron's Armory- In base housing, firearms and Dave Estill; Denise Lanier; Maj. Tom Joyce; Capt. Angela Hurst and SMSgt. Alex Silva. For more information, contact Leslie Abbott, Ext. - off-bas- e. - ammunition must be stored separately. Also, when transporting firearms on the installation, individuals must keep the firearm (s) and ammunition separated. The hours of operation for firearm reg- istration and temporary removal of firearms are Monday through Friday from 7:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. Weekend or after duty hours withdrawal or return can be accomplished by contacting the Security Forces Control Center at Ext. Other questions can be directed toward SSgt Buan Porter, Ext. 8th Air Force museum appearance set The Utah Chapter of the 8th Air Force with be at the Hill Aerospace Museum Saturday and Sunday to help those seeking information on the aircraft and personnel of the 8th Air Force. Strike photos and displays will be shown both days. Movies "Behind the Wire" and "Memphis Belle," will be shown both days at 10 a.m. and noon. Books and memorabilia on the 8th Air Force will be available. For more information, call Ext. Family Support Center helps parents Hill Single Parents Network meets in the FSC, Bldg. 308N. at noon June Single parents, both military and civilian, working on base are invited to attend and help themselves to free pizza. A "Parenting With Love & Logic" course starts June 3 at the FSC and runs from 6:30-p.m. This is a free course open to all DoD employees, military and civilian. For more information on either event, The 2 8 call Ext. Services reaches for stars The five members of the Gen. Curtis E. LeMay Award evaluation team will be at Hill June The award encourages excellence in Services' programs. Hill AFB was nominated to compete as the AFMC representative. This year's theme is, "Believe, Achieve, Reach for a Services Star." Team members include: Col. 5-- 9. o Information desk moves Service Station accepts new card The Hill Service Station now accepts Voyager Cards for use by the Govern- ment Service Administration at Hill. The cards can be used to purchase gas and other automotive items like lubricants and auto repair and maintenance service. For more information, call 773-360- 1 1 and Consultation. IO llu WWW lo 334 North Main, Kaysville The Job Information Desk of the Civilian Personnel Office has moved to the end of Bldg. 1221. Employment infor- mation and application forms are available at this new location. The move is a result of its new designation as a Delegated Examining Unit. This allows the office to accept and rate applications from the general public for most depot maintenance and program management positions. New facilities also accommodate the large number of applicants interested in employment opportunities at Hill AFB. Wheelchair access is available at the southwest corner of the building. i TwA 71 Remember, little children also get hurt! We Can Help You! (Insurance Company will pay) Call our Office Today for a FREE Examination NEWS BRIEFS Firearm registration yen liara any of tlio following symptoms? out-of-pock- et le four-perso- Do - 2D ay True Moad Sale! Friday & Saturday MAY 28th and 29th Free bowling for books Club runs at the Gerrity Memorial Library, Bldg. 440, June 13 - Aug. 25. It's a free program open to kids ages 4 14 of mili- 7 1, Special Factory Purchase Direct From I I Don't let another dav 20 bv 0 mS $& iIilHl?Ifc ffllll without trying the incredibly light, incredibly powerful 8 lb. Oreck XL. Buy our Oreck 5 lb. upright and 0. The Just Kids Book Busters Reading J mm YvvKAlfy V k A A J ICtClVC UUl J.' XViJL .VJllljJClCL Canister Vacuum. -- tary and civilian personnel. For every books read, the child for a free game of bowla receives coupon ing and shoe rental at the Hill Bowling Center. Kids who read ten or more books are entered into a drawing for a chance to win a Brunswick bowling ball or a Hill Bowling Center party package valued at $30, or a Just Kids headset radio. For more information, call Ext. five i age-appropri- go from carpet to bare floors without adiustinp vacuum he.ipht. Nw yy . New Glide-Eas- e system tends to propel cleaner forward effortlessly. : Cuts cleaning time in half with 100 bristles, cleans twice as fast, uses 50 electricity. Insurance booklets Weighs only 8 lbs. available Civilian Personnel has now received the forms and booklets for the Federal MADE IN USA Employees Group Life Insurance Open Season that runs until June 30. Forms and booklets are available in Bldg. 1245, room 12, from 7 a.m.-- 4 p.m. 41 more less 9th Tests Giant Voice The 419th FW will be conducting Giant Voice test of sirens and alarms June 1 from approximately 9 a.m. - 3 p.m. For a more information contact Lt.Chris at Ext. Mar-cell- VVtuti OREM 578 E. 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