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Jul 8, 2017

Air Force Times cover 071717-lg In this week's Air Force Times, a look at some new opportunities for younger NCOs.

Also in this week's edition:

Meet the wounded TACP who will receive the Pat Tillman Award at the ESPYs.
Meet the 2017 Airman of the Year.
What you need to know about new rules for combat awards.

You'll find these stories and many more this week at your local exchange or commissary.

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