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  • Program provides Airmen with tools to overcome alcohol, drug dependence

    In moderation, alcohol can be an enjoyable part of adult social activities. However, when used incorrectly, alcohol consumption can quickly spiral out of control. Airmen who find themselves in a tailspin due to an alcohol or drug dependency problem have a lifeline in the 28th Medical Operations

  • Current conditions prime for increased snake activity

    With all of the construction taking place on and around base, as well as the dry climate conditions, area residents may begin to notice a few uninvited "guests," such as snakes, in their homes and yards.Kenneth Grimes, 28th Civil Engineer Squadron pest management foreman, said snakes are attracted

  • Education key for future Air Force

    Throughout the years, the mission of the Air Force has evolved to meet the changing needs of our nation. Alongside technological advances, new aircraft and weapon systems are Airmen dedicated to mastering their craft and ensuring the mission is accomplished.Staff Sgt. Jeremy Moore, 28th Logistics

  • Personal property personnel keep Airmen, families moving

    Assisting an average of 6,400 customers a year, and servicing all branches of the military and Department of Defense civilians in the state of South Dakota, the 28th Logistics Readiness Squadron Traffic Management Office staff plays a critical role in the permanent change of station process for

  • 28th MXS helps keep B-1s fit to fight

    Ask any B-1 aviator how critical it is to have solid engines under them during any mission and most will agree that without them, nothing happens.Ensuring each engine, capable of producing 30,000 pounds of thrust, on the base's fleet of 28 B-1 bombers operates correctly rests in the skilled hands of

  • EFMP: supporting families with special needs

    Airmen and their families face many obstacles and make untold sacrifices in service to their nation. In addition to these challenges, many families also require additional support for a loved one with special needs. Fortunately, there is a program in the Airman and Family Readiness Center that

  • Distracted driving more dangerous than people realize

    Carelessly swinging a cocked and loaded gun around as you nonchalantly gobble down your burger and french fries, apply your eyeliner or text your bud may sound ludicrous, but that is the same type of danger drivers put themselves and others in when they drive while distracted.Few may realize that

  • Promoting the Air Force, one pedal pump at a time

    The result of more than five months of relentless training and conditioning for two Ellsworth Airmen will be recognized with that first pedal stroke starting a seven-day journey through the Register's Annual Great Bicycle Ride Across Iowa on July 22.Every year, Airmen from around the world sign up

  • Honoree's career spans 32 years, three wars

    According to the U.S. Census Bureau, there were 23.2 million veterans living in the United States in 2008. Out of that number, a mere 92,000 people had consecutively served in World War II, the Korean War and the war in Vietnam. Retired Lt. Col. Donald Smith is one of those few.Born in 1922, Smith

  • Fighter mission vital part of EAFB history

    While most recognize Ellsworth as being home to the Air Force's Fairchild Trophy winning bomb wing, many may not realize it was also home to a squadron of F-86D Sabre Dog fighters in 1954.After World War II, the base briefly trained weather reconnaissance and combat squadrons using P-61 Black Widow,