• Mobility Airmen to honor Gen. Johns with Order of Sword

    Air Mobility Command enlisted men and women will present Gen. Raymond E. Johns Jr., the prestigious Order of the Sword in a formal ceremony here, Nov. 28, at 6:30 p.m. in the Scott Club. More than 300 Airmen from across the command are expected to attend.Johns was formally notified of his selection

  • Dyess hosts first Muscle Classic

    The lights will be shining bright Nov. 17 as competitors take center stage in the first-ever Dyess Muscle Classic at 5:30 p.m. at the Base Theater.Sanctioned by the National Physique Committee, the largest amateur bodybuilding organization in the United States, the Dyess Muscle Classic is open to

  • McMurry to host Military Appreciation Day

    Active duty, dependents and retired military are invited to enjoy free food and football at McMurry University's game against Texas College on Nov. 3, 2012, at Wilford Moore Stadium. All military members and their dependents will be admitted free with military ID as part of McMurry's Military

  • Veterans Day parade to be held Nov. 10

    A Veterans Day parade will be held Nov. 10 beginning at 10:30 a.m. in downtown Abilene, Texas. Groups or individuals interested in walking in the parade should call 2nd Lt. David Reeves at (325) 696-6838.

  • Arnold Gate's outbound lanes temporarily closed Oct. 27

    All outbound lanes at the Arnold Gate will be closed Oct. 27 from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. and minor delays for inbound traffic due to scheduled barrier maintenance. The 7th Security Forces Squadron will divert all outbound traffic through the Tye Gate. Arnold Gate outbound lanes will re-open as soon as the

  • 317th AG increases resiliency with Impact Day

    Maintainers from the 317th Airlift Group learned the outcome of generating an aircraft when it flies and resupplies a drop zone Oct. 19 during Impact Day, a program introduced to raise resiliency and to provide a better understanding of the role they play in the Air Force.The day began with a

  • 7th CES activates fire-hydrant flushing

    The 7th Civil Engineer Squadron has begun flushing fire hydrants around base and will begin renovating the water system Oct. 29. The flushing will continue for approximately 45 to 60 days. For more information, call 2nd Lt. Sarah Dunlap at (325) 696-2602.

  • Trick-or-treating safety tips

    With Halloween approaching, safety officials urge families to practice safe trick-or-treating Oct. 31 from 6-8 p.m.Security Forces will provide additional security in housing areas.Plan and discuss the trick-or-treat route. Instruct your children to travel only in familiar areas along the