• Pool safety means more fun in the sun

    There’s no better way to beat the heat of a Louisiana summer than by taking a dip in the pool.At Barksdale Air Force Base’s North Pool, located by the Barksdale Club, the water is cool, clear and open for business. But before you enjoy a refreshing swim, make sure to review the pool’s safety

  • Barksdale Youth Center Armed Forces Day

    Team Barksdale youth begin a race at Barksdale Air Force Base, La., May 21, 2016. The Youth Center event, Armed Forces Kids' Run, was offered to all and was modified for different age groups. (U.S. Air Force photo/Airman 1st Class Stuart Bright)

  • First to bomb: 96th BS doubles down with 1760 Internal Weapons Bay Upgrade

     In a world of military budget constraints and tough acquisition choices, boosting the efficiency of current assets is a no-brainer.  The last B-52 Stratofortress strategic heavy bomber rolled off the assembly line in 1962. But while the airframe itself is well-seasoned, the internal components are

  • Rancher, family man, commander: Introducing Col. Ty Neuman

    While in uniform, he’s a combat-experienced commander who drives the mission and is passionate about leading Airmen and promoting fitness. After hours, he drives a Harley or vintage Mustang and enjoys spending time with his wife and children outdoors. Among other things, hunting, running and

  • Staying Mentally Prepared

    The Airman and Family Readiness center offers a wide variety of mission support services that enhance mission readiness, resiliency and the well-being of the Air Force community.

  • Maintenance on the ground: AGE flight keeps the flightline equiped

    Airman 1st Class Rhiannon Landolfi, 2nd Maintenance Squadron aerospace ground equipment maintainer inspects a scaffold at Barksdale Air Force Base, La., May 16, 2016. The responsibilities of AGE Airmen include inspections and upkeep of more than 600 pieces of AGE equipment. Preventative maintenance

  • Shreve Island recognizes Earth Day with Barksdale

    Francie Forrester, local falconer, teaches children about birds with the help of Tirzah, her Harris’s Hawk, at Barksdale Air Force Base, La., April 29, 2016. Forrester explained that all actions can affect the environment and people need to be conscious of how they treat the environment in order for

  • Annual celebration for active transportation

    Douglas Skelton, 608th Strategic Operations Squadron strategic mission specialist, leads a group of cyclists while participating in a National Bike to Work Week bike ride at Barksdale Air Force Base, La., May 17, 2016. All cyclists were welcome to participate in the nine mile ride and some received