News

April 28, 2025
Defense Secretary Orders Review of Medical Standards for Military Enlistment

Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth signed a memorandum directing a comprehensive review of medical conditions that disqualify individuals from joining the military.
April 25, 2025
AFRC Launches Reserve Innovation Campaign

The Air Force Reserve Command has officially launched its fiscal year 2025 Reserve Innovation Campaign, an initiative aimed at accelerating innovation and enhancing operational readiness through the power of frontline Airmen.The campaign directly supports AFRC Commander Lt. Gen. John P. Healy’s
April 24, 2025
Remembering Operation Eagle Claw

Forty-five years after Operation Eagle Claw, its memories and lessons are still recognized during an annual ceremony held at the Hurlburt Field Memorial Air Park.
April 21, 2025
Honoring the Doolittle Raid

On April 18, 1942, a small group of Army Air Forces aviators changed the momentum of World War II with a single, audacious strike.
April 12, 2025
REAL IDs required for base access

Enforcement begins May 7.
April 8, 2025
Exercise Emerald Howl Tests Communication Skills for Tactical Readiness

In today’s rapidly evolving operational landscape, communication is more than just a connection, it’s a lifeline. For the communications professionals of the 919th Special Operations Wing ensuring seamless, secure, and resilient communications in dynamic environments is critical.
April 7, 2025
Reserve Special Operations Mission Realigns For Future Warfighting Capabilities

The 919th Special Operations Wing is making a significant move as it transitions one of its warfighting missions to the AC-130J Ghostrider and relocates one of its flying squadrons and aircraft maintenance functions from Duke Field, Fla., to Hurlburt Field, Fla.
April 6, 2025
Defense Department announces deferred resignation program

Also Voluntary Early Retirement Authority for civilian employees
March 27, 2025
Okaloosa County School District Recognized as a 2024 Florida Purple Star School District

The Okaloosa County School District (OCSD) has been awarded the prestigious Purple Star District of Distinction certification by the Florida Department of Education, recognizing the district's exceptional commitment to supporting military-connected students and families.
March 24, 2025
AF Assistance Fund campaign begins March 31

Eglin's goal is to raise $58,837.