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April 26, 2023
Heard but never seen: 934th Airlift Wing command post keeps Airmen in-the-know

The 934th Airlift Wing command post is responsible for all alerting, reporting, and working with base operations to manage aircraft and coordinate emergency responses. Everything from deployment orders to incidents on base and threats in the area come through the command post first.
April 14, 2023
Brewed awakening: 934th Airlift Wing welcomes new restaurant

Imagine drinking high-quality coffee on a brisk morning right before you report to work. The 934th Airlift Wing welcomes The Grind, a new coffee shop and restaurant, opening at the Minneapolis-St. Paul Air Reserve Station next week Monday.
April 10, 2023
Family ties: 934th Aeromedical Evacuation Squadron siblings serving together

Brother and sister Staff Sergeant Michael Gapp and Senior Airman Amelia Gapp, both aeromedical evacuation technicians at the 934th AES at the Minneapolis-St. Paul Air Reserve Station, Minnesota, are carrying on a tradition of service and support within their family.
March 20, 2023
For trainees, first taste of basic doesn't disappoint

We definitely do not want to trigger or "stir the pot" on any past digestive MRE memories. We didn't write this story to "curry favors," but what it "boils down to" is, do you remember your first MRE meal?
March 17, 2023
Global Vikings deploy to AFRICOM AOR

More than 135 aircrew and aircraft maintainer Airmen and multiple C-130s assigned to the 934th Airlift Wing deployed to the United States Africa Command area of responsibility on Feb. 25, 2023.
March 16, 2023
Who let the dog out: 934 ASTS Airman trains therapy dog for wing

Everyone deserves emotional support outlets they can turn to in times of need. One of those resources the 934th Airlift Wing Airmen have is Diesel, the 934th Aeromedical Staging Squadron therapeutic dog.
March 9, 2023
You shall not pass: 934 Security Forces Squadron pop security barrier to stop gate runner

On a cold January day last year, a silver 2014 Mercedes drove up to the 934th Airlift Wing’s front gate. What happened next was a routine gate stop that evolved into a real-world gate crasher.
Feb. 27, 2023
Education: hitting the books is a military bonus

This is the second story in a series showcasing work areas in the 934th Airlift Wing you don't often hear about. Hitting the books, staying up late studying for an exam, and moving on to exciting new things in life is something that Senior Master Sgt. Amber Knight, 934th Force Support Squadron force
Feb. 17, 2023
934th Aircraft Maintenance Squadron: unseen heroes

While not often recognized for their work, instrument and flight system technicians of the 934th Aircraft Maintenance Squadron are unseen heroes ensuring that aircraft stay mission-ready. They maintain flight control systems on all 934th Airlift Wing C-130s on this base.
April 26, 2022
First Blood: moulage brings life to training

Staff Sgt. Sara Syverhus’, 934th Aeromedical Staging Squadron medical technician, right leg has a compound fracture. She smiles and feels nothing. Syverhus and other 934th Airlift Wing Airmen had moulage applied to them for simulated mass casualty exercises supporting operation Viking Shield.