• Anthrax program now underway

    The Anthrax Vaccine Immunization Program is under way at Barksdale and soon Airmen will gain protection from a lethal threat. The Deputy Secretary of Defense reinstated the program for active duty personnel, emergency essential civilians and mission essential contractors assigned to the Korean

  • Saving energy on base

    Barksdale members are encouraged to take measures to reduce energy consumption, due to an executive order to meet a budget. Barksdale's annual utility budgets include $3.4 million for electric, $1 million for natural gas and $200,000 for water. Funding is only provided for 95 percent of the budget,

  • BUFF Family Ties

    Few aircraft have the service life to have had multiple family members support its airframe - not many except the BUFF. One local major has the privilege to serve as the third generation in his family to be associated with the mighty B-52 in 60 years. The family ties between Maj. Adam Price, 11th

  • 8th AF dedicates new memorial

    A new memorial flag pole was dedicated here April 19 in honor of 8th Air Force Airmen and their service to their country. Lt. Gen. Robert Elder, 8th AF commander, dedicated the new flag pole located at the northwest corner of the 8th AF building grounds. It recognizes the service of past, current

  • Almost out the door Base prepares for upcoming deployments

    Team Barksdale is preparing more than 200 base members from nine units for their upcoming deployment. Members are working to ensure their certification and documentation in their professional and personal matters are complete before they leave later this month, according to 2d Lt. Nicholas Lee, the

  • Use common sense when riding bikes on base

    Bicycling is a great way to get around Barksdale whether it be for business or pleasure. However, there are some inherent risks to operating a bike on the streets. To help you get the most out of your rides, in the safest manner possible, here are some tips to follow: Ride right -- Ride as close to

  • Law Day teaches children about legal process

    Judge Advocates from Barksdale gave legal advice to an unusual audience Tuesday. Members of the 2d Bomb Wing Legal office visited the students of Green Acres Middle School in Bossier City during Law Day. Law Day is a nation-wide program sponsored by the American Bar Association, a professional