• Victim advocates give time, support

    "There is truly no feeling to describe it," said Harmony Miscisin, Barksdale sexual assault victim advocate. "Every sexual assault victim I have helped, I've been able to watch grow into a stronger person. Knowing that I played even a small role in that is amazing."VAs are active-duty military

  • OPSEC is everyone’s responsibility

    According to Air Force Instruction 10-701, Operations Security, "The purpose of OPSEC is to reduce the vulnerability of Air Force missions by eliminating or reducing successful adversary collection and exploitation of critical information. The process applies to all activities that prepare, sustain,

  • Flight surgeon makes sky-high save

    Capt. Lindsay Matney, 96th Bomb Squadron flight surgeon, was awarded the Air Force Commendation medal by 2nd Bomb Wing Commander, Col. Andrew Gebara, Thursday.During a medical crisis onboard an aircraft en route to Alaska in March, Matney saved the life of a flight attendant, as she was returning

  • Lodging provides economical rates, upgraded facilities

    Barksdale Inn is the first impression many Airmen get when they first arrive to base.Barksdale Inn provides lodging to Airmen making a permanent change of station move to Barksdale."We are the face of Barksdale to Airmen who PCS here," said Jonathan McClinton, 2nd Force Support Squadron lodging

  • Sept. 18, a proud date for Airmen, America

    September 1947 brought many historical events to American history. The first jet propelled fighter was successfully tested, Jackie Robinson was named rookie of the year, the first helicopter airmail and express service happened in California, John Cobb set an automotive speed record of 394.2 mph,

  • Team Barksdale comes together for 9/11 ceremony

    At 8:46 a.m. Sept. 11, 2001, an aircraft flew into the North Tower of the World Trade Center kicking off a series of devastating events that changed the nation forever.Barksdale Airmen, civilians, retirees and dependents gathered in front of the base flag pole for 'Reveille' Wednesday to remember

  • Safety tips for a successful hunting season

    The fall not only brings cooler temperatures and new sports games but also begins a new season for hunters on base. Every year, an average of 500 hunters purchase permits to hunt in the upcoming game seasons. On base, hunters can hunt squirrels, rabbits, dove, wood chuck, quail and raccoon; though