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  • Managing Holiday Stress

    The holiday season, while filled with celebrations and traditions, can also be a time of heightened stress, especially within the military community. For many, this time of year may highlight the challenges of separation—whether due to deployments, divorce, or the loss of a loved one.

  • September is Suicide Prevention Month

    September is Suicide Prevention Month, a time to raise awareness of this crisis and to shift perceptions and share information to those impacted by metal health struggles. The Department of Defense campaign for the month is “Joining Your Fight: Connect to Protect.”

  • Back pedaling: Command Chief's road to recovery after tragedy

    “No one is immune to the challenges of life,” said Chief Master Sgt. Barbara J. Gilmore, 403rd Wing command chief. “And those challenges will most often come unexpectedly.”Gilmore knows all too well the rigors of overcoming challenges; she has endured plenty over her 30-year career in the Air Force

  • National Suicide Prevention Lifeline hotline now live

    The National Suicide Prevention Lifeline hotline is launching a new quick-dial option nationwide starting July 16. Anyone located within the United States can call or text 9-8-8 any time of day, seven days a week to receive support for suicidal, mental health, and substance use crisis.

  • Failed Attempt: Pain

    Master Sgt. (ret.) James Rials, former production supervisor for the 403rd Maintenance Group at Keesler Air Force Base, Miss., shared his story of how he got to a place in his life that led to a near suicide attempt and how that led him to seek help. Through sharing his story, Rials hopes that

  • Failed Attempt: Lost

    Master Sgt. (ret.) James Rials, former production supervisor for the 403rd Maintenance Group at Keesler Air Force Base, Miss., shared his story of how he got to a place in his life that led to a near suicide attempt and how that led him to seek help. Through sharing his story, Rials hopes that

  • Retired maintainer shares story of resilience; hope

    Don’t judge a book by its cover.That’s how the saying goes.If Master Sgt. James Rials, retired production supervisor for the 803rd Aircraft Maintenance Squadron here, was a book, his cover would give off the impression of someone who has worked hard his whole life. You might notice his wedding ring;