Ellsworth sends first B-1 for IBS upgrade

Ellsworth sent the first B-1 bomber in its fleet to Tinker Air Force Base, Okla., for an Integrated Battle Station modification July 1, which will take more than eight months to complete.The intent of the upgrade - which includes a Fully Integrated Data Link, a Vertical Situation Display Upgrade and

CGOC conducts Native American Outreach career day

Ellsworth's Company Grade Officer's Council teamed up with South Dakota GEAR UP for a Native American Outreach career day event July 7 at the South Dakota School of Mines and Technology.South Dakota GEAR UP is a summer school event targeted at low-income Native American teenagers with the purpose of

B-1 flyover part of Sturgis veteran’s ceremony Aug. 4

A base B-1 bomber will provide a flyover down Main Street in Sturgis, S.D., at 3 p.m., Aug. 4 as part of the 15th Annual Veterans Recognition Ceremony.The flyover will cap off an event formally recognizing four South Dakota veterans - one each from World War II, the Korean War, Vietnam War and Gulf

Active shooter exercise scheduled July 9

The base will conduct an active shooter exercise during the day July 9. Baseand area residents should anticipate simulated gunfire, sirens and responsevehicles. All personnel are expected to take the appropriate actions intheir work centers.The intent of the exercise is to evaluate the 28th Bomb

Ellsworth celebrates Independence Day with honor, tradition

Government procured move blackout in effect until Aug.10

Due to market saturation in the commercial moving industry, a blackout for government procured shipments originating in South Dakota is currently in effect through mid-August for all personnel who intend to schedule a government procured move or release of non-temporary storage.According to the

Boswell conducts first commander’s calls

Less than a month after taking command of the 28th Bomb Wing,  Col. Gentry Boswell conducted his first commander's calls July 2 in the base Pride Hangar.Boswell used the time to outline his priorities and expectations for the nation's largest B-1 combat wing and discuss key issues. "We're in a

Tips for safe summer activities

Editor's note: This is the first in a series of four articles about summer activities and safety.With summer in full force, and the Fourth of July fast approaching, many Airmen are getting ready for fireworks, motorcycles and road trips.But before taking part in summer activities, Team Ellsworth

Bellamy Fitness Center to begin 24/7 accessibility

Ellsworth's Bellamy Fitness center will begin to offer 24/7 access July 1 in an effort to better accommodate Airmen and civilians whose work schedules conflict with the facilities' s current hours of operation.This access is part of an initiative launched by the Chief of Staff of the Air Force, and

Increased flight operations June 22 to 24

The 28th Bomb Wing will be flying extended hours from June 22 to 24. Normal airfield operations are scheduled to include nighttime and early morning flying during this period.Base residents and the surrounding communities can expect to hear an increase in noises associated with flying aircraft and