Stuff the turkey, not yourself

Editor's note: This is part three of a three-part series on Thanksgiving at Barksdale.The Senior Airman Bryan R. Bell Fitness Center hosted the Turkey Trot 5K fun run, Nov. 14, 2014 here.The 3.2 mile run served as reminder for Airmen to keep health and fitness in mind while enjoying a delicious

Thanksgiving: showing appreciation

Editor's note: This is part two of a three-part series on Thanksgiving at Barksdale.The Airmen's Creed states "I will never leave an Airman behind," and Master Sgt. Nader Chebaro believes no Airman should be left behind for the holidays.The First Sergeant's Council will be volunteering their

DOD, Air Force nuclear force reviews consistent with force improvement efforts

The Secretary of Defense announced the results of the Nuclear Enterprise Review during a press briefing at the Pentagon, Nov. 14.Secretary of Defense Chuck Hagel, who ordered the comprehensive reviews of the entire nuclear enterprise earlier this year, said the reviews found systemic problems based

Barksdale hosts 3rd Annual Wounded Warrior hunt

The Barksdale Wounded Warrior Association hosted a hunt for six wounded service members Nov. 7 to 10 at Barksdale AFB.This hunt was the third annual event put together to provide a stress-free, relaxing weekend through camaraderie and rehabilitation.According to Bill Lee, 2nd Civil Engineering

2nd SFS conducts combatives instructor qualification course

An Airman's Thanksgiving away from home

Editor's note: This is part one of a three-part series on Thanksgiving at Barksdale.Thanksgiving is a holiday for families to come together, enjoy a delicious feast and give thanks. However, not every Airman will be able to make it home this year.First term Airmen may not have the opportunity to go

2014 Veterans Day Parade

Kowalski first AFGSC Order of the Sword inductee

Lt. Gen. James Kowalski, deputy commander of U.S. Strategic Command, became the first inductee of Air Force Global Strike Command's Order of the Sword in an official ceremony here, Nov. 6.The Order of the Sword was established by the Air Force to recognize and honor military senior officers and

Barksdale maintainers win big at Global Strike Challenge

Emergency Management conducts CBRN practice