F-35A Lightning II test aircraft assigned to the 31st Test Evaluation Squadron from Edwards Air Force Base, California, released AIM-120 AMRAAM and AIM-9X missiles at QF-16 targets during a live-fire test over an Air Force range in the Gulf of Mexico on June 12, 2018. The Joint Operational Test Team conducted the missions as part of Block 3F Initial Operational Test and Evaluation.
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Brendaâs Brown Bosom Buddies will host a âBlack Pride Rideâ on Saturday, Feb. 27, starting at 2 p.m. at McAlpine Recreation Center and ending at One Pratt Park.
Vehicle decorations are optional, but for participants who want to get creative, a $50 prize will be awarded for the vehicle that best commemorates Black History Month.
âThis is a time to celebrate our heritage with a spirit of love for each other,â said Brenda Phillips-Hong, founder of Brendaâs Brown Bosom Buddies. âWe want to give people an opportunity to have fun, and we want people to leave feeling informed, encouraged, hopeful and inspired.â