Members of the U.S. Air Force Band’s Airmen of Note interact with audience members at Platte County High School in Platte City, Missouri, on May 4, 2025. The band was on a spring tour across the Midwest, aiming to honor those who have served, inspire patriotism and service, and connect local communities with the Air Force. (U.S. Air National Guard video by Senior Master Sgt. Michael Crane)
After nearly two decades in the Air Force, Tech. Sgt. Aaron Riebe, 139th Maintenance Squadron engine technician, embraces change and draws from his extensive experience in aircraft engine maintenance throughout his Air Force career. Riebe joined the Air Force in 2007 and transitioned to the Reserves in 2015, but later realized a desire for a major change. Now serving in the Missouri Air National Guard, Riebe brings a wealth of knowledge and...
On January 5, a powerful blizzard swept through the region, dumping 16 inches of snow in a 24-hour period in St. Joseph. Despite the severe weather, the 139th Airlift Wing’s mission at Rosecrans Air National Guard Base had to continue. That’s where the 139th Civil Engineer Squadron (CES) stepped in to ensure critical areas remained operational.
