• Spring time sprouts new safety concerns

    As the weather gets warmer, seasonal safety issues also change. Children at Dyess base housing will be more likely to be playing outside and commuting to and from school. In turn, vehicle traffic in these areas should be more cautious and aware of children in crosswalks and streets."Parents have

  • Can't hide from a B-1

    Since November of last year, Airmen from the 7th Maintenance Group have been working around the clock to install video targeting pods normally employed on F-15 Eagles and F-16 Fighting Falcons to B-1 Bombers."The B-1 combined with the sniper pod is a perfect match," said Master Sgt. Jon Looper, 7th

  • HAWC offers microwave cooking class to dorm residents

    A microwave cooking class is scheduled to be held March 18 from 11 a.m. to noon at the Health and Wellness Center here. The class is designed to teach dorm residents the flexibility of microwave cooking so they're not bound to the dining facility. Airmen may learn how to cook entrées, side dishes

  • Air Force has new weapon in fight against Spice

    Air Force officials began drug testing Airmen Feb. 22 to determine whether they are using Spice -- the street term for a range of designer synthetic-cannabinoid products. With the implementation of testing, officials intend to send a very clear message: use Spice, and you may lose your career, end

  • Outdoor recreation offers lifeguard lessons

    Dyess outdoor recreation offers lifeguard lessons March 14-18 from 8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. at the base indoor swimming pool here. The cost is $180 per person and participants must be 16 or older, able to swim 300 meters and attend all five days. The class is on a first-come first-serve basis and is

  • Outdoor recreation offers swimming lessons

    Dyess outdoor recreation will begin swimming lessons March 7 at 4 p.m. on Monday, Wednesday and Friday at the base indoor swimming pool here. The cost is $35 per person, and the classes are split into three age groups: 6 month thru 3, 3-5 and 5 and up. The class is on a first-come first-serve basis.

  • Dyess Tax Center opens for business

    The Dyess Tax Center is open Monday through Thursday, from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. until April 15.Active duty, reservists, retirees, military family members and civilians attached to Dyess AFB possessing a valid U.S. Uniformed Services Identification Card can receive free tax advice, tax preparation and

  • 7 CONS provide contracts at Dyess

    As Airmen, our mission is to fly, fight and win in air, space and cyberspace. Each of us plays a role in enabling that mission, but have you ever thought about your individual unit's mission and how you fit into the big Air Force picture?The 7th Contracting Squadron provides compliant business