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  • Patriot Gate to be closed Nov. 10

    The Patriot Gate also known as the school gate will be closed Nov. 10, 2017, in conjunction with Veteran’s Day and Douglas School closures.
  • Lincoln Drive will be closed to all traffic Nov. 6-20, 2017, at Ellsworth Air Force Base, S.D. The closure is in response to a project replacing the aging sewer piping impacting near the Child Development Center and Family Camp. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Donald C. Knechtel)

    Lincoln Drive to be closed due to aging sewer system

    Lincoln Drive will be closed to all traffic Nov. 6-20, 2017.
  • October is Domestic Violence Awareness Month and the Family Advocacy Program held a bowling event as a unique way to bring awareness to the base community and provide a safe environment for victims to speak with advocates.

    Family Advocacy Program hosts Domestic Violence Month bowling event

    Reading material is displayed on a table during a Domestic Violence Awareness Month bowling event inside the Bandit Lanes Bowling Alley at Ellsworth Air Force Base, S.D., Oct. 27, 2017. October is Domestic Violence Awareness Month and the Family Advocacy Program held a bowling event as a unique way to bring awareness to the base community and
  • October is Energy Action Month for the federal government and is being observed at Ellsworth Air Force Base, S.D. This year’s EAM theme is “Protect the Power,” and is a call to action for Ellsworth Airmen, their families and the local community to promote energy efficiency.

    28th CES observes 2017 Energy Action Month

    October is the President’s 2017 Energy Action Month, a federal government-wide initiative that raises awareness about energy consumption and conservation. This year’s EAM theme is “Protect the Power,” and is a call-to-action for Ellsworth Airmen, their families and the local community to promote energy efficiency in their lives.
  • The free, temporary exhibit, Wild Blue Yonder, is open until January 7th, 2018, and pays respect to Ellsworth AFB and the servicemen and women stationed there in the past and present. The pictures, models and plaques showcase the unique relationship between the base, Rapid City and the local community.

    Off we go into the “Wild Blue Yonder;” Ellsworth Exhibit opens

    The Journey Museum and Learning Center located in Rapid City, South Dakota, held the grand opening of its "Wild Blue Yonder" exhibit on Oct. 20, 2017.
  • Leaders and spouses from across Air Force Global Strike Command participated in the 2017 Senior Leader Conference Oct. 3 to 6 at Ellsworth Air Force Base, South Dakota.

    Ellsworth hosts AFGSC Senior Leader Conference

    Leaders and spouses from across Air Force Global Strike Command participated in the 2017 Senior Leader Conference Oct. 3 to 6 at Ellsworth Air Force Base, South Dakota.
  • 1st Lt. Thomas, a weapon systems officer assigned to the 34th Bomb Squadron, inspects the sniper pod on a B-1 bomber before take-off as part of exercise Combat Raider 18-1 at Ellsworth Air Force Base, S.D., Oct. 11, 2017. This exercise introduces aircrew to various air-to-air and air-to-ground scenarios to ensure they are well prepared for future combat missions. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Donald C. Knechtel)

    Ellsworth Aircrews train in Combat Raider Exercise 18-1

    1st Lt. Thomas, a weapon systems officer assigned to the 34th Bomb Squadron, inspects the sniper pod on a B-1 bomber before take-off as part of exercise Combat Raider 18-1 at Ellsworth Air Force Base, S.D., Oct. 11, 2017. This exercise introduces aircrew to various air-to-air and air-to-ground scenarios to ensure they are well prepared for future
  • The 28th Medical Group will be hosting Coffee with Commanders Oct. 16, 2017, from 10 to 11 a.m. This event will be held on the third Monday of every month in the main pharmacy lobby of the medical group building. (Courtesy Illustration)

    28th MDG to host “Coffee with Commanders”

    The 28th Medical Group will be hosting Coffee with Commanders Oct. 16, 2017, from 10 to 11 a.m.
  • From left to right, The Honorable Kenneth P. Rapuano, Assistant Secretary of Defense for Homeland Defense and Global Security, Bob Cronan, the flight chief of readiness and emergency management, and Master Sgt. Timothy Bricker, the superintendent of the emergent readiness flight, both assigned to the 28th Civil Engineer Squadron, and Mr. Robert G. Salesses, the Deputy Assistant Secretary of Defense for Homeland take a group photo during an award ceremony in the Pentagon Hall of Heroes, Washington, D.C., Sept. 24, 2017. Recognized for their efforts and cooperation, the Airmen of emergency management, explosive ordnance disposal and the fire department worked together to achieve and exceed the national preparedness goal, resiliency throughout the nation. (U.S. Air Courtesy Photo)

    28th CES receives DoD award for national preparedness

    The 28th Civil Engineer Squadron was one of four organizations to receive the prestigious Department of Defense 2016 National Preparedness Award Sept. 21, 2017.
  • Security Forces members used this opportunity to build relationships with their civilian counterparts and familiarize their K-9s with areas around the city.

    MWD handlers train with local law enforcement

    The 28th Security Forces Squadron military working dog handlers conducted joint training with the Rapid City Police Department K-9 Unit at the Rushmore Mall, Rapid City, South Dakota, Sept. 24, 2017.
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