• Outstanding B-52 members receive recognition

    Nine members of the 11th and 93rd Bomb squadrons were awarded Oct. 29 by the commander of Air Force Global Strike Command's 2nd Bomb Wing who visited the flying squadrons to congratulate each of the "crewdogs" for their outstanding performance.Two of the Airmen were recognized for their skill and

  • National Red Ribbon Week: I’m Drug Free

    Officials at Barksdale, home of Air Force Global Strike Command, celebrated National Red Ribbon Week Oct. 30 at the base Youth Center. Col. Thomas Hesterman, 2nd Bomb Wing vice commander, Chief Master Sgt. Joe Ann Pace, 2nd Bomb Wing command chief, Scruff McGruff the crime dog and Sparky the fire

  • AFGSC members win second in Wilderness Challenge competition

    Two Air Force Global Strike Command security forces members were awarded second place in the 10th annual Wilderness Challenge Oct. 7-9 in Fayetteville, W.V., after putting teamwork, technical skills and endurance to the test.Majors Bryan Eckart and Brian Payne, AFGSC security forces division; Capt.

  • When you need a little extra help

    Since 2006, the Barksdale Health and Wellness Center has helped countless Airmen improve their physical fitness scores. The HAWC is helping Airmen stay or get back into shape, with the use of a registered dietician, body fat analysis and a workout plan that's become known as the 'rookie runner'

  • Celebrate Barksdale brings Airmen, family together

    Team Barksdale members were treated to an afternoon of free food, fun and fellowship at the 14th Annual Celebrate Barksdale event Oct. 22 at the Chapel 1 Grounds. The event, sponsored by the Shreveport-Bossier Military Affairs Council, served as a way to thank military members and their families for