34th BS returns from Red Flag

More than 136 Airmen from the 34th Bomb Squadron recently returned from an exercise designed to test their ability to operate and survive in a wartime environment, Feb. 6.The exercise, designated Red Flag 11-2, was a live combat simulation that took place at Nellis Air Force Base, Nev."The exercise

Putting out the fire

Airmen donate marrow, save lives

The 28th Medical Group is sponsoring a Department of Defense Bone Marrow Donor Program registration drive, Feb. 14 through 18.The week-long donor registration will consist of outreach drives at various squadrons around base, from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the base exchange, in addition to a walk-in basis

The Hunt for housing

Residents of Centennial Estates were able ask questions and voice their concerns about the upcoming lease expiration during a town hall meeting at the base theater, Feb. 1.Col. Jeffrey Taliaferro, 28th Bomb Wing commander, hosted the meeting, along with representatives from the Hunt Housing

Traffic sign change

The yield sign at McConnell Blvd. and Twining St. is scheduled to be replaced by a stop sign, Feb. 11.This replacement is to address traffic safey concerns at the intersection. Drivers should be cautious through this area as people become accustomed to the change.

Representative visits Ellsworth

U.S. Representative Kristi Noem paid a visit to the Airmen of the 28th Bomb Wing, to gain an increased understanding of the vital mission being accomplished by the base, during part of her trip across South Dakota, Feb. 1.This was Representative Noem's first visit to the base since taking office,

“Extreme Makeover”: fitness edition

Airmen who exercise at the Bellamy Fitness Center may notice several construction projects going on throughout the gym.Those projects, which were made possible by funding from the Office of the Secretary of Defense, are designed to upgrade and repair various elements of the indoor and outdoor

FSS Feb. Event Calendar Updated

The 28th Force Support Squadron has updated their February calendar to reflect all of the events available to the Air Force community here. The long list of events include a blind volleyball tournament, Texas Hold-em, Super Bowl party and much more. To see the calendar, click here.

Commander praises Airmen during CC Call

Col. Jeffrey Taliaferro, 28th Bomb Wing commander, praised Airmen for all of their hard work and the vital role each person played in 2010 during a wing commander's call at the PRIDE Hangar, Jan. 20."Every Airman in this wing puts bombs on target," Colonel Taliaferro said. "All the hard work Airmen

New rule for dependents' Identification Cards

For initial issuance, replacement or renewal of a dependent ID card, the military sponsor must sign the DD 1172, application for a uniformed services ID card. If the sponsor is unavailable to sign, a person with a valid power of attorney may sign.For more information, please contact Don Small, 28th