Paratroopers from the U.S. Army 2nd Infantry Brigade Combat Team, 11th Airborne Division, board a C-130J Super Hercules in preparation for a joint forcible entry exercise during Joint Pacific Multinational Readiness Center 24-02 at Joint Base Elmendorf-Richardson, Alaska.

Yokota News

  • 40-year Yokota employee dedicates Cherry Blossom Trees

    As a way to celebrate the continuous commitment of one individual, two cherry blossom trees were planted during a cherry blossom tree dedication ceremony held outside Yokota's Officers' Club, here Nov. 10.The two trees were dedicated to the lasting partnership between Japan and the United States and

  • A Day To Remember

    President Woodrow Wilson proclaimed Veteran's Day a day of solemn pride in the heroism of those who answered the higher calling of military service. Senior Airman Andrew Helmkamp tells us how Yokota Air Base celebrated this National Holiday.

  • Team Yokota runs for a good cause

    Members from Team Yokota recently competed in the Viking Challenge, a 12-hour relay race to help raise money for the Combined Federal Campaign and to promote physical fitness, here Nov. 6.The idea for the Viking Run came from Staff Sgt. Amanda Contreras, NCO in charge of the First Term Airman's

  • 374th CS wins flag football championships

    The 374 Communications Squadron, Operating Location Charlie flag football team won Camp Zama's 2010 regular and postseason championships at Camp Zama Nov. 4.The team began the season with 14 players, but lost 4 of them due to PCS and deployments leaving them with 10 to complete their championship

  • Commentary: "Some gave all; all gave some"

    On Veterans Day we remember the contributions made to our nation by service members-past and present. While Memorial Day honors those who gave their lives in military service, Veterans Day commemorates and recognizes the personal sacrifices made by anyone who wears, or has worn, the uniform. In the