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  • Changes coming to TRICARE pharmacy benefit Oct. 1

    Beginning Oct. 1, a new law will require all TRICARE beneficiaries, except active duty service members, to obtain select brand name maintenance drugs through either TRICARE Pharmacy Home Delivery or from a military pharmacy. Beneficiaries who continue to use a retail pharmacy for these drugs will

  • Ellsworth updates tech data system

    As part of a recent Air Force initiative aimed to increase effectiveness, the 28th Maintenance Group transitioned to using more advanced handheld electronic devices to conduct daily operations Sept. 9.All Air Combat Command bases have fully transitioned to using iPads, replacing the Toughbooks that

  • New program aimed to improve MQ-1/9 community begins at ACC

    The initial stage of Air Combat Command's new program, the Culture and Process Improvement Program, began here, Aug. 21, and is designed to take place across 12 Air Force active duty, reserve and National Guard bases.The CPIP was established to target and develop methods of improvement for concerns

  • Ellsworth Airmen participate in CAF day

    Airmen participated in a series of activities throughout the day in an effort to promote the physical pillar of the Comprehensive Airman Fitness concept, Sept. 3.The physical pillar of the CAF program is designed to build a balanced and healthy lifestyle by performing and excelling in physical

  • Retiree Luncheon set for Sept. 18

    The base Retiree Activities Office is scheduled to host a Retiree Luncheon Sept. 18 at the Dakota's Club from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. The meal prices are $10.95 for club members and $11.95 for non-members.People interested in attending the luncheon should reserve their seats as soon as possible by calling

  • Ellsworth Airmen participate in Street Smart demo

    The 28th Bomb Wing hosted a Street Smart presentation at the Pride Hangar Aug. 28.The goal of the program is to educate audiences on the consequences of distracted and drunk driving using graphic imagery and videos of real victims.Airmen had the opportunity to hear real-life experiences from

  • 28th MDG monthly field training exercise a success

    The 28th Medical Group held a field day exercise Aug. 19.The field exercise occurs once a year and requires all medical flights to work closely to accomplish objectives for each training scenario in preparation for crisis situations."It's not if something happens," said Airman 1st Class Samantha

  • UPDATE: Public Health Advisory: West Nile Virus

    The 28th Medical Group Public Health office has updated its West Nile Virus public health advisory, which can be found by clicking here.For more information, contact the 28th MDG Public Health office at (605) 385-3383.

  • UPDATE: on-base school bus schedule

    The Ellsworth Air Force Base school bus schedule has been updated and can be found by clicking here.For more information, call Brandy Wyatt, 28th Force Support Squadron school liaison officer, at (605) 385-1381.

  • 28th BW safety to host Street Smart demo

    The 28th Bomb Wing is scheduled to host a Street Smart demonstration at the Pride Hangar Aug. 28 at 7, 9, and 11 a.m.According to the Stay Alive From Education (S.A.F.E) website, the Street Smart program will provide insight into the real-life drama of firefighters and paramedics working to save