First leg of Lt. Dan Band tour: Barksdale

Gary Sinise and the Lt. Dan Band performed a concert at Barksdale Air Force Base on March 3, 2017.The Lt. Dan Band, named after Sinise’s character in the movie “Forrest Gump,” travels to military installations to raise morale for service members and their families.

Forging the future, maintainers receive new equipment

The B-1 is a four-engine, supersonic bomber that has been providing combat airpower – anytime and anywhere for more than 30 years. This Black Dragon has been at Ellsworth since July 15, 1988, and is currently playing a major role in the war on terror. These aging aircraft are used frequently,

Year of the Family: HQ 8 AF recognizes 2016 Annual Awards winners

Senior leadership and “Mighty Eighth” Airmen, along with their family members, gathered at the Barksdale Air Force Base Club today to recognize the Headquarters Eighth Air Force 2016 Annual Award winners for their accomplishments throughout the year.

100th ARW enables SECDEF global reach

U.S., Japan, Australia fly in Cope North 2017

18th CMSAF: The Airman behind the stripes

Growing up with five other siblings, Chief Master Sgt. of the Air Force Kaleth O. Wright said he had a very loving home. However, living in poor neighborhoods and moving from place to place presented trials. In his own words, they were, ‘humble beginnings.’

Three Pacific allies join to launch Exercise Cope North 17

U.S., Japanese and Australian military forces launched Exercise Cope North 2017 here Feb. 15.

We can do it: The Peggy Wills story

At 94 years old, she doesn’t look a day over 70 as she flexes her bicep with a smile on her face. A denim button-down shirt, bright red bandana holding back her curls and the strong, confident demeanor of a woman America recognizes instantly. She is a true Rosie the Riveter.Margaret “Peggy” Wills

Raiders provide Continuous Bomber Presence, return from Pacific

Approximately 300 Airmen returned home to families and friends at Ellsworth Feb. 12, 2017, after a six month deployment to Guam supporting the U.S. Pacific Command’s Continuous Bomber Presence mission.During the deployment, the 34th Expeditionary Bomb Squadron flew a total of 242 sorties. The Airmen

Ellsworth Airmen wrap up Red Flag 17-1

Nearly 200 Airmen and five B-1 bombers assigned to the 37th Bomb Squadron returned today.