Goodfellow and Community Information, Events and Activities

CONSIDERING HAVING YOUR WORK PUBLISHED?
Contact Public Affairs to determine if your product requires a formal Security and Policy Review; an expert review of material proposed for public release by DOD members and contractors. The process ensures material is accurate, does not contain classified material and does not conflict with established AF, DoD or U.S. policy. Contact 17 TRW/PA, 325-654-3876 for more information.

TOM GREEN COUNTY LIBRARY - KANOPY FILM STREAMING SERVICE
The on-demand film streaming service Kanopy is now available for free through the library’s website.  Library card holders can access Kanopy and sign up by visiting tgclibrary.kanopy.com after downloading the app. Go to any of the three TGC Library locations with a picture ID and a piece of mail received at your current address.

BASE IN PROCESSING FOR PRIOR SERVICE STUDENTS, OFFICER STUDENTS AND PERMANENT PARTY
Your first stop is the military personnel section, Norma Brown building 430, room 128, for in processing, 9 to 11 a.m., Monday to Friday. If you arrive after 11 a.m., report to MPS the following duty day. Bring three copies of your PCS orders and military ID.

CAREER PATHWAYS
Howard College Adult Education and Literacy provides free Career Pathways and Transitions classes to help students achieve their career and financial goals. For more information, please contact Howard College at 325-481-8323 or email: ael@howardcollege.ed

WING HONOR GUARD IS RECRUITING
The 17th Training Wing Honor Guard is looking for recruits to serve on the Honor Guard for one year. Missions include rendering funerals, color guards, ceremonies, celebrations, weddings and changes of command. For more information about joining the base honor guard, call 325-654-1685.

VA BENEFITS ADVISORS
A Department of Veteran Affairs benefits advisor is available at the Airman and Family Readiness Center to assist all service members, veterans and family members with questions about VA benefits and services. Call 325-654-3893 or stop by the A&FRC.

ASU SCHOLARSHIP COVERS TA COST DIFFERENCE
Angelo State University offers a scholarship to active duty military who apply for Tuition Assistance to cover the cost difference between what military covers and their cost of tuition and fees. For more information, call 325-486-VETS (8387).
 

GOODFELLOW FOREIGN NATIONAL VISITATION POLICY
Installation access control procedures require identity proofing and vetting for non-U.S. citizens and non-U.S. permanent resident aliens not on official visits. All foreign visitors, not on official visits, must be identity proofed, vetted and have a visitor pass to gain access to installations. Visitor's sponsor must complete a Foreign Visitor Access Request memo a minimum of seven days prior to the visit. Call 17th Security Forces Pass and Registration section at the visitor control center 325-654-4122 for more information.

PASSPORTS FOR OFFICIAL TRAVEL
No-fee passport applications are processed at the military personnel section, Norma Brown building 430, room 128, by appointment only. To schedule an appointment, call 325-654-1801 or 1802.

WING IG OFFICE
The 17th Training Wing Inspector General's office is located in building 300, across from the Event Center, 7:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. No appointment is necessary. For more information, call 325-654-5289, 325-654-4054, or e-mail 17trw.ig@us.af.mil.

CLEP AND DSST TESTS
The Wayland Baptist University National Test Center will offer both CLEP and DSST tests 5 p.m., Wednesdays, and 1 p.m. and 5 p.m. Thursdays. To schedule a test, call the Education Center customer service desk at 325-654-3314.

FINANCIAL COACHING SERVICES FOR VETERANS FREE OF CHARGE
Free Financial Coaching sessions provided by an Accredited Financial Counselor in one-on-one sessions. Includes: create or maintain monthly budgets, saving for emergencies and retirement, buying a home or car and providing security for their family. For more information, call 325-653-2321.

REPORTING FRAUD, WASTE AND ABUSE
Individuals who suspect fraud, waste or abuse must report it to their commander, security forces, Air Force OSI or the 17th Training Wing IG. Stop by building 300 or call the FWA Hot Line at 325-654-3048. Identities are fully protected. For more information, call 325-654-5289 or 325-654-4054.

GSC THRIFT STORE
The Goodfellow Spouses and Community Thrift store hours are Saturdays from 10 AM – 1 PM and Sundays from 2 PM-4 PM.

The thrift store is located in building 736. All proceeds from the store go back to Goodfellow and the community.  Click here for more information.

RESPITE CHILD CARE HELPS WITH SPECIAL NEEDS CHILDREN
All eligible active duty Airman with a special needs child may receive up to 12 hours of respite child care per month for each eligible child. This is a free program. For more information go to: https://www.goodfellow.af.mil/shared/media/document/AFD-140403-011.pdf.

STAY INFORMED WITH STRAIGHT TALK
During emergencies on Goodfellow, wing Public Affairs will activate its automated Straight Talk Line. An authoritative point of contact that provides current, accurate information about the situation. Call the Straight Talk Line at 325-654-3877 to get the latest updates during emergency situations.

LEARN ENGLISH
Free English classes every Wednesday, 7 p.m. via Zoom. Intermediate and advance classes also available in person with social distancing. For more information or to register. Please email karenpeiser41@gmail.com or call 325-651-7992

ONLINE APPOINTMENTS FOR MPS CUSTOMER SERVICE
Online appointments for the military personnel section customer service for common access card and ID Cards is available at https://rapids-appointments.dmdc.osd.mil. Walk-in service is still provided, however, appointments receive priority service. For more information, call 325-654-1801.

FAMILY CHILD CARE PROGRAM
Family Child Care is looking for providers to provide care for the Expanded Child Care Programs and to care for children with special needs including children with asthma, allergies, cerebral palsy, physical impairments, etc. For information, please call Carmen Trufant at 325-654-3239.