News Briefs: 26 Sep 14 Published Sept. 25, 2014 By 19th Airlift Wing Public Affairs LITTLE ROCK AIR FORCE BASE, Ark. -- The following are news briefs from the Sept. 26 publication of the Combat Airlifter. Diversity Day Sept. 26 Little Rock Air Force Base will be hosting Diversity Day Sept. 26. The day provides Team Little Rock members and their families an opportunity to broaden their understanding of the values of cultural diversity and help society learn to "live together." Cultural food and beverage samplings will be available throughout the event. The following is a schedule of Diversity Day's events: 8:30 a.m. - gather at the Heritage Park flag pole 8:45 a.m. - Unity walk begins 9:05 a.m. - event kick off with Col. James Dryjanski, 314th Airlift Wing commander 9:30 a.m.- 12 p.m. - cultural performances hosted by the 19th Mission Support Group, 19th Maintenance Group and tenant units 12 p.m. - Cabot High School Junior Reserve Officer Training Corps drill exhibition 12:20 - 2:40 p.m. - cultural performances hosted by the 19th Medical Group, 19th Operations Group, Wing Staff Agencies and tenant units 2:40 p.m. - guest speaker, Dr. Terrence Roberts 3:20 p.m. - closing statement with Col. Patrick Rhatigan, 19th Airlift Wing commander Combat Arms guidelines The Combat Arms rifle, pistol, grenade and machine gun ranges are located on the east end of the base, east of the 314th Civil Engineer Squadron readiness area and north of the horse stables and archery range. The range complex and surrounding roads leading to the range areas will also be closed and locked after duty hours. Anyone requiring access to the ranges or surrounding areas during and after duty hours are required to contact the range control, building 1393 prior to entry as per the posted guidance at the range entrance. The firing range is for official use only; private parties are not authorized to use the ranges. For more information contact the Combat Arms section in building 1393 or call (501) 987-6861. Drug Takeback event is Sept. 27 The Drug Enforcement Agency is conducting a Drug Takeback Saturday, Sept. 27, from 10 a.m. - 2 p.m. at the Little Rock Air Force Base main Exchange lobby. Please bring your unused or expired mediation to the 19th Medical Group staff for safe disposal. If you miss the Drug Takeback, a 24/7 year-round drop box is available at the Jacksonville Police Department. For more information visit, www.dea.gov. New rates at inn Oct. 1 The Razorback Inn will be initiating new room rates effective Oct. 1, 2014. The rates are as follows: Visiting Quarters - $60/night Temporary Lodging Facility - $63/night Distinguished Visiting Quarters - $69/night Large Distinguished Visiting Quarters - $75/night For more information, contact the Razorback Inn at (501) 987-6200. Airman's Attic moved The Airman's Attic has moved to The Crossroads Cafe, building 864. Open to active-duty Airmen and spouses E-6 and below, from 11 a.m. - 1 p.m. Tuesdays and Thursdays and 4 - 6 p.m. Wednesdays. Free items include dishes, pots, beds, cots, clothing, furniture, small appliances among many other things. Visit the Cinderella Closet where military dependents can borrow formal dresses for special occasions such as military balls and prom, free of charge. The only requirement is the dress must be dry cleaned before it is returned. To shop or donate, please stop by the new location. Arnold Drive gate reopens Oct. 1 Beginning Oct. 1, the Arnold Drive gate (back gate) will reopen for 24-hour operations. The Harris Road gate (school gate) will revert to normal hours of operation (6 - 8:30 a.m. and 2:30 - 4:30 p.m.). However, on Oct. 1 construction will also begin on the Vandenberg Drive gate (front gate). At this time the front gate will remain open and traffic will be directed around the construction. Our Civil Engineer Squadron, Security Forces, and contracting partners are working diligently to help alleviate congestion and inconvenience. Thank you for your patience, and please continue to check the base newspaper and Facebook page for updates: www.facebook.com/littlerockairforcebase.
News Briefs: 26 Sep 14 Published Sept. 25, 2014 By 19th Airlift Wing Public Affairs LITTLE ROCK AIR FORCE BASE, Ark. -- The following are news briefs from the Sept. 26 publication of the Combat Airlifter. Diversity Day Sept. 26 Little Rock Air Force Base will be hosting Diversity Day Sept. 26. The day provides Team Little Rock members and their families an opportunity to broaden their understanding of the values of cultural diversity and help society learn to "live together." Cultural food and beverage samplings will be available throughout the event. The following is a schedule of Diversity Day's events: 8:30 a.m. - gather at the Heritage Park flag pole 8:45 a.m. - Unity walk begins 9:05 a.m. - event kick off with Col. James Dryjanski, 314th Airlift Wing commander 9:30 a.m.- 12 p.m. - cultural performances hosted by the 19th Mission Support Group, 19th Maintenance Group and tenant units 12 p.m. - Cabot High School Junior Reserve Officer Training Corps drill exhibition 12:20 - 2:40 p.m. - cultural performances hosted by the 19th Medical Group, 19th Operations Group, Wing Staff Agencies and tenant units 2:40 p.m. - guest speaker, Dr. Terrence Roberts 3:20 p.m. - closing statement with Col. Patrick Rhatigan, 19th Airlift Wing commander Combat Arms guidelines The Combat Arms rifle, pistol, grenade and machine gun ranges are located on the east end of the base, east of the 314th Civil Engineer Squadron readiness area and north of the horse stables and archery range. The range complex and surrounding roads leading to the range areas will also be closed and locked after duty hours. Anyone requiring access to the ranges or surrounding areas during and after duty hours are required to contact the range control, building 1393 prior to entry as per the posted guidance at the range entrance. The firing range is for official use only; private parties are not authorized to use the ranges. For more information contact the Combat Arms section in building 1393 or call (501) 987-6861. Drug Takeback event is Sept. 27 The Drug Enforcement Agency is conducting a Drug Takeback Saturday, Sept. 27, from 10 a.m. - 2 p.m. at the Little Rock Air Force Base main Exchange lobby. Please bring your unused or expired mediation to the 19th Medical Group staff for safe disposal. If you miss the Drug Takeback, a 24/7 year-round drop box is available at the Jacksonville Police Department. For more information visit, www.dea.gov. New rates at inn Oct. 1 The Razorback Inn will be initiating new room rates effective Oct. 1, 2014. The rates are as follows: Visiting Quarters - $60/night Temporary Lodging Facility - $63/night Distinguished Visiting Quarters - $69/night Large Distinguished Visiting Quarters - $75/night For more information, contact the Razorback Inn at (501) 987-6200. Airman's Attic moved The Airman's Attic has moved to The Crossroads Cafe, building 864. Open to active-duty Airmen and spouses E-6 and below, from 11 a.m. - 1 p.m. Tuesdays and Thursdays and 4 - 6 p.m. Wednesdays. Free items include dishes, pots, beds, cots, clothing, furniture, small appliances among many other things. Visit the Cinderella Closet where military dependents can borrow formal dresses for special occasions such as military balls and prom, free of charge. The only requirement is the dress must be dry cleaned before it is returned. To shop or donate, please stop by the new location. Arnold Drive gate reopens Oct. 1 Beginning Oct. 1, the Arnold Drive gate (back gate) will reopen for 24-hour operations. The Harris Road gate (school gate) will revert to normal hours of operation (6 - 8:30 a.m. and 2:30 - 4:30 p.m.). However, on Oct. 1 construction will also begin on the Vandenberg Drive gate (front gate). At this time the front gate will remain open and traffic will be directed around the construction. Our Civil Engineer Squadron, Security Forces, and contracting partners are working diligently to help alleviate congestion and inconvenience. Thank you for your patience, and please continue to check the base newspaper and Facebook page for updates: www.facebook.com/littlerockairforcebase.