• Best and brightest

    Every month, units from around the 2nd Bomb Wing nominate their best and brightest Airmen to compete for the title of Airman of the Month. This program, which has been in place for more than two years, gives outstanding Airmen the opportunity to be recognized for their commitment to the mission as

  • Barksdale to battle seasonal flu

    It's that time of year again for coughing, running noses, sore throats and fevers. It's flu season. The flu is a contagious respiratory illness caused by influenza viruses that infect the nose, throat and lungs. The best way to prevent the flu is by getting a vaccine each year. "It's important for

  • Drug testing can happen anytime, anywhere

    BARKSDALE AIR FORCE BASE, La. - Barksdale has upped the ante in the war against drugs with Operation Nighthawk.A word of caution for Team Barksdale: Don't be surprised if, when you enter Barksdale AFB, day or night, you're given a legal order for immediate drug testing."This testing mission, called

  • Trick-or-Treat hours

    Team Barksdale families will be able to celebrate Halloween with Trick or Treating in the base housing areas from 6 to 8 p.m. Oct. 31. With hundreds of family members expected to be walking near base housing streets during hours of darkness, drivers are reminded to exercise extreme caution and to be

  • A safe rider is a happy rider

    This summer Team Barksdale experienced four motorcycle accidents resulting in two rider fatalities and two injuries.With more than 100 registered riders on base, it's important for motorcyclists to be aware of the rules and regulations so they can enjoy safe riding on the road."Serious motorcycle

  • Barksdale Vet Clinic earns AAHA accreditation

    "The greatness of a nation can be judged by the way its animals are treated," said Mohandas Gandhi, the 20th century ideological leader of India.With his passion for the practice of a simple life and non-violence, Gandhi became an inspiration for people all over the world for his philosophies on the