News happening around Little Rock Air Force Base

May 9, 2022
LRAFB hosts local educators to increase awareness, build relationships

In an effort to increase awareness and strengthen relationships with local educators and administrators, Little Rock AFB hosted an Educator Event, April 30.
May 5, 2022
19th CONS, HERKWERX host pitch day, vendor fair

The 19th Contracting Squadron and HERKWERX innovation lab hosted the first combined vendor fair and pitch day at the Jacksonville-Little Rock Air Force Base University Center, April 25.
May 2, 2022
LRAFB breaks ground on new Airmen dormitories

Alongside civic leaders and community partners, Little Rock Air Force Base senior leaders broke ground on its newest construction project during a ceremony on April 28.
May 2, 2022
Combat Airlifter of the Week: Staff Sgt. Blesam Sadang

Staff Sgt. Blesam Sadang, 19th Force Support Squadron fitness and sports specialist, is recognized as the Combat Airlifter of the Week, May 2, 2022.
April 28, 2022
19th MDG acknowledges pharmacy delays, leaders ask for patience during MHS GENESIS transition

It’s been just over a month since the 19th Medical Group transitioned to the new electronic health record system, MHS GENESIS. As expected, beneficiaries have experienced a significant increase in wait times for services such as the pharmacy.
April 28, 2022
LRAFB civilian named AMC’s SARC of the year

Linda Benjamin, Little Rock Air Force Base’s sexual assault response coordinator, has been named Air Mobility Command’s SARC of the year for 2021. Her program stood out for its emphasis on outreach, visibility and vital support to victims of sexual assault.
April 25, 2022
Little Rock EOD receives advanced medical certification

Airmen assigned to the 19th Civil Engineer Squadron’s Explosive Ordnance Disposal flight participated in a National Association of EMT’s Tactical Care and Immediate Response training course at Little Rock Air Force Base, Ark., April 15, 2022.
April 25, 2022
Combat Airlifter of the Week: Senior Airman Kristyn Ayers

Senior Airman Kristyn Ayers, 19th Healthcare Operations Squadron pharmacy vault custodian, is recognized as the Combat Airlifter of the Week, April 25, 2022.
April 22, 2022
Little Rock Defenders take aim during Advanced Designated Marksman course

During a two-week course, Airmen assigned to the 19th Security Forces Squadron participated in an Advanced Designated Marksman course at Little Rock Rock Air Force Base, Arkansas, April 9-21. The course trained students on sniper firing, concealment, and counter-sniper tactics.
April 20, 2022
18th Air Force leadership visits Herk Nation

The 18th Air Force command team toured Little Rock Air Force Base, Arkansas, April 18-19, to connect with members of the local community and gain insight into the innovative ways LRAFB Airmen are supporting Air Mobility Command’s mission.