• Barksdale air show set for April 21-22

    The largest air show in the South-Central region of the U.S., hosted by Barksdale Air Force Base, is scheduled to kick off April 21.The annual Defenders of Liberty Air Show had an attendance of more than 215,000 guests during its two days last year, and features several acts this year including the

  • CDC expands its walls

    Construction is underway on a large expansion of the Child Development Center here. The new building, which is located adjacent to the current CDC on the corner of Kenney Avenue and Rickenbacker Boulevard, will significantly increase the capacity of the facility."The center here has a capacity of

  • It's runny eyes and nose season

    Winter has come to an end, and Team Barksdale has many things to look forward to: warm weather, pools opening and more outdoor activities. With all of the good that comes with spring, there is bound to be at least one flaw. Allergies. According to the Asthma and Allergy Foundation of America

  • OSC Spring Auction; tickets available online

    Those interested in attending the Barksdale Officers' Spouses' Club 3rd Annual Spring Auction, scheduled for May 12, can now purchase tickets for the event.The auction cost is $13 per person and the event begins at 6:30 p.m. at the Barksdale Club. Attendees will be provided an evening of friendly

  • Child Abuse Prevention Month

    Every 10 seconds, a case of child abuse is reported totaling approximately 3 million cases of child abuse each year. Child Abuse Prevention Month is recognized each April to increase awareness about child abuse and neglect prevention. It also serves as a time to remember those who have suffered and

  • Barksdale Exchange makes good health its business

    Understanding that a large part of the military's focus is on a fit mind and body, and to ensure top performance, the Army & Air Force Exchange Service values the importance of wellness. To that end, the exchange is feeding shoppers' minds with information. Healthy nutrition options, fitness