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  • First family moves into new base housing

    Ellsworth's newest privatized housing development received its first family last week, as keys were issued to Senior Airman Dustin Monti, 28th Medical Operations Squadron bioenvironmental engineering technician, May 27.Monti and his spouse, Beth, were on the waiting list to move into privatized base

  • Increased flight operations June 8 to 12

    The 28th Bomb Wing will be flying extended hours from June 8 to 12. 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

  • Veterans, Ellsworth Airmen gather to remember fallen

    In observance of Memorial Day, Ellsworth Airmen shared a moment with local Korean and Vietnam War veterans at a special event in remembrance of those who have paid the ultimate sacrifice May 21.More than 15 veterans and their family members gathered at the South Dakota Air and Space Museum Thursday

  • Increased mission requirements open doors for continued service

    The Air Force is introducing several personnel and manpower initiatives to meet increased mission requirements outlined in the fiscal year 2016 President's Budget.In order to enhance operational and mission capacity in support of combatant commanders, and to maintain readiness, the Air Force is

  • Ellsworth honors law enforcement personnel during Police Week

    The 28th Bomb Wing recently celebrated nationally recognized Police Week, with the 28th Security Forces Squadron hosting various events such as a shoot-house competition, sports tournaments and a retreat ceremony May 11 through 16.Police Week was established in 1962 when President John F. Kennedy

  • 82 CST open house helps celebrate 10-year anniversary

    The South Dakota National Guard's 82nd Civil Support Team hosted an open house May 15 in honor of its 10-year anniversary as a unit.Lt. Col. Brendan Murphy, former 82nd CST commander, explained that the open house gave everyone an opportunity to better familiarize themselves with the unit's mission

  • Ellsworth Spouse Day

    As one small way to thank Ellsworth spouses for their hard work, commitment and unwavering dedication, the base hosted Spouse Appreciation Day May 8.The event, held the Friday before Mother's Day each year, provided Ellsworth Airmen with an opportunity to share their jobs with some of the most

  • Airmen receive Article 15 punishments

    During the month of April, several Airmen received Article 15 nonjudicial punishments for their actions.An airman first class from the 28th Bomb Wing Staff received an Article 15 for one specification for failure to go. Punishment consisted of suspended reduction to airman, 14 days of extra duty, 7