U.S. Air Force Col. David Benson, 7th Bomb Wing commander, speaks during the Air Force Ball at the Abilene Civic Center, in Abilene, Texas. This year's theme was, "A legacy of community of committment", to highlight the supportive relationship between Dyess and the Abilene community. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Kedesha Pennant)