• How to stay alert during road runs

    Staying alert is fundamental to preventing possible incidents while running or jogging. Uneven ground, road edges and other hazards add to the danger of traveling near vehicles, such as slipping on loose gravel and potholes. Many people take to the roads to get exercise and enjoy the weather as it

  • Combat Airlifter of The Week: Staff Sgt. Darryl McRae

    Rank/Name: Staff Sgt. Darryl McRae Unit: 19th Maintenance Squadron Duty Title: aircraft structural maintenance journeyman Hometown: Fayetteville, North Carolina Time on Station: four years Time in Service: four and half years Hobbies: sports Goals: achieve rank of master sergeant What Core Value do

  • Father’s love, son’s triumph

    “The legacy of heroes is the memory of a great name and the inheritance of a great example,” said Benjamin Disraeli. For one family, the legacy of vowing to protect and defend America is passed on from father to son. The Evans family journey began with their son’s appointment to attend the U.S.

  • One decade later: Black Cats’s humble beginnings

    The 41st Airlift Squadron has been an integral part of the Combat Airlift mission at Little Rock Air Force Base, Arkansas, for a decade. However, before the Black Cats flew the central Arkansas skies, they had humble beginnings here. In 2007, the 41st AS moved to Little Rock AFB after a realignment

  • Main Little Rock Air Force Base roads construction begins

    The base undergoes road construction annually to ensure safety and prevent driving hazards. CMSgt Williams Drive and Arnold Drive will be receiving an upgrade throughout the next few months. "We're trying to ensure the flow of traffic remains normal, but be prepared for any delays during

  • USAF, Canadian forces partner for unique training

    The 41st Airlift Squadron loaded up with crews from the 61stAirlift Squadron, the 34th Combat Training Squadron, maintainers and equipment intotwo C-130J’s for a week of training in Edmonton, Canada.The Royal Canadian Air Force, along with the 3rd PrincessPatricia's Canadian Light Infantry, teamed

  • Combat Airlifter of the Week: Tech Sgt. Michael Ford

    Name and Rank: Tech Sgt. Michael Ford Unit: 34th Combat Training Squadron Duty title: Flight chief and loadmaster Hometown: Strasburg, Colorado Time in service: 14 years Time at Little Rock: 8 years Goals: be promoted to Senior Master Sgt. before retirement Hobbies: riding motorcycles Air Force

  • ALS instructor takes advantage of second chance

      “I was one mistake away from being a civilian,” said Staff Sgt. Keith Debose, 19th Force Support Squadron Airman Leadership School instructor. “I had a poor attitude and received paperwork, left and right. Before I even arrived at my first duty station, I was labeled a bad Airman.” Airmen who

  • Great Airmen with great responsibilities

    Many Airmen, enlisted and commissioned, enter the Air Force at young ages. Right out of the gate, new troops are trusted with immense responsibilities. These responsibilities, no matter how large or small they may be, play a role in shaping our Airmen’s work ethic. Their work ethic reflects their

  • Selfless dedication: volunteers' efforts recognized

    The Airman & Family Readiness Center Volunteer Program ceremony held April 27, 2017, recognized the Airmen who epitomized the U.S. Air Force core value of Service Before Self by giving back to their community through volunteering. The A&FRC Volunteer Program connects individuals and groups to