• Strengthening community ties through innovation

    “Innovation is the hallmark of the United States Air Force,” said Secretary of the Air Force Heather Wilson, during a 2017 Air Force Association conference. “From time to time it is important to refresh our science and technology strategy, to step back from the programs and problems of today and

  • COMMENTARY: Containing the Cactus

    The cactus inside of my brain twists and tangles my thoughts as the spikes rip through my skin and contaminate my mind. The cactus is my anxiety.

  • Tales of terrible tails

    Over the years, the B-52 Stratofortress has endured damage from many different types of threats. Things like hostile fire, foreign object debris, and more. But none stand up to the terrible…ferocious…small…gremlins.

  • Wardens of Weather

    The 2nd Operations Support Squadron weather flight tracks all weather conditions to inform the base about weather related safety precautions to take when it’s necessary.

  • Education: a key to success

    Through tuition assistance, a benefit all Airmen are afforded, up to $4,500 a year in tuition costs can be covered. The first step to receiving this benefit is visiting the education center.Barksdale’s Training and Education Center offers information on various programs and services that are

  • Herschel Walker tackles mental health

    His presence could be felt as soon as he stepped into the conference room in the 2nd Medical Group. His smile was ear to ear as he greeted everyone, being sure to shake their hands.As he signed autographs and posed for photographs, Herschel Walker began football talk. The former running back from

  • 2nd MUNS Airmen keep safety on target

    When a bomb hits a target, it must first go through a long process of safe transportation and close observation. Airmen from the 2nd Munitions Squadron system flight munitions control are there for the entirety of a munitions life cycle.