• Recycling center accepts additional items

    As of Oct. 1, the base recycling center has expanded its recycling program to help all users. The center, which is now under Air Force Global Strike Command, lost funding for their recycling program more than two years ago and had to cut back on manning and items accepted. "At the time, the

  • Barksdale supports National Domestic Violence Awareness Month

    Col. Timothy Fay, 2nd Bomb Wing commander, signed a formal proclamation Oct. 8 directing Barksdale Airmen to support October as National Domestic Violence Awareness Month. The proclamation displays Barksdale's commitment to the safety, health and wellness of its families and community. Throughout

  • Judge advocate general’s corps announces law school programs

    Applications for the Funded Legal Education Program and Excess Leave Program are accepted from Jan. 1 through March 1. Interested officers with the 2nd Bomb Wing and Air Force Global Strike Command are encouraged to compete for these two legal studies programs."Our Air Force missions are constantly

  • Brushing up on cavity prevention

    Dental caries, also known as tooth decay, is a disease process that destroys tooth structure causing cavities. Prevalent in both developed and underdeveloped countries, dental caries is one of the most common diseases in the world. Air Force Global Strike Command Airmen at Barksdale should be aware

  • 2 MDG partners with local emergency responders

    The 2nd Medical Group partnered with local first responders during a mass casualty drill at the Shreveport Regional Airport Oct. 6, which provided training and an opportunity to interact with other emergency units.The drill scenario involved a passenger aircraft that suffered a main gear collapse

  • Operation Warmheart provides holiday help

    With the holiday season fast approaching, Operation Warmheart is beginning its push to raise money for Barksdale Airmen who may need a little extra help during the holidays. The charity fund is managed by the Barksdale First Sergeant Council and is meant to provide financial assistance to Barksdale

  • Deployed Barksdale Airman brings Southern cooking to Afghanistan

    Members of Forward Operating Base Lion didn't have to travel to the Deep South to enjoy an authentic Cajun meal; they just had to show up at their local dining facility where a Barksdale warrior was preparing a special treat.In a province in north-eastern Afghanistan, Tech. Sgt. Jeremy Louk, a