• Husband, wife tackle first deployment together, support bomber presence

    B-52H Stratofortress teams have been rotating to Andersen AFB for the last 11 years to maintain the U.S. Pacific Command's Continuous Bomber Presence. Hundreds of Airmen deploy every six months to support this mission that strengthens regional security and stability of the Asia-Pacific region. Among

  • 307th RED HORSE Reservist actions save life

    For the average worker, leaving the house every day doesn't lead to becoming a hero. However, for our Nation's First Responders that possibility is always there, as is the chance for disaster.When Bowie County Sheriff Deputy Kenny McMillen, who is also an Air Force Reservist assigned to the 307th

  • Striker Trident: Preparing Future Joint Leaders

    The second round of nuclear and missile operations officers selected for the Air Force Global Strike Command's Striker Trident exchange program finished their pre-assignment professional development, here April 14.Striker Trident is a joint Air Force - Navy program that supports professional

  • 2nd Security Forces Squadron hosts tour for law enforcement partners

    The 2nd Security Forces Squadron hosted a base tour for federal, state and local law enforcement agencies April 10.Different law enforcement agencies, who partner with the 2nd SFS, were able to tour facilities, the flightline, and other parts of Barksdale."Local and federal law enforcement agencies

  • Maj. Gen. Clark assumes command of 'Mighty Eighth'

    Maj. Gen. Richard Clark assumed command of the 8th Air Force during a change of command ceremony at the Weapons Load Facility here, today.As the new commander of the "Mighty Eighth," Clark is responsible for safeguarding America's interests through strategic deterrence and global combat power.Lt.

  • Maintenance squadrons battle for basketball championship

    The 2nd Maintenance Squadron and the 2nd Aircraft Maintenance Squadron faced off in the 2015 Intramural Basketball Championship at the Senior Airman Bryan Bell Fitness Center here, April 9.After fighting their way through the regular season and playoffs, the two strongest contenders went head to

  • 8th Air Force commander bids farewell to Mighty Eighth

    Mighty EighthAs I enter my final week as your Commander, I am reminded of your outstanding efforts in each and every endeavor we have led or influenced in the last eighteen months and I have no doubt your remarkable work will continue. I would like to thank all of you for your exceptional service