Team Little Rock,

See details below for NOTICES / CLOSURES / AIRMEN & FAMILY EVENTS / KNIGHT'S ROUNDTABLE Q&A / OTHER INFORMATION 

Weekly Bulletin Website: https://www.littlerock.af.mil/News/Weekly-Bulletin/ 

NOTICES

FEEDBACK & QUESTIONS-LET'S TALK DCW!
The new ‘Feedback & Questions’ section below is your place to connect. You can continue to find the Digital Knights’ Roundtable there, and now you’ll also see the newly added ‘Let’s Talk DCW!’ section. This new DCW Virtual Townhall is your forum to ask any DCW-related questions (generic or specific to you) or provide any feedback or potential recommendations. 

IMPORTANT UPDATE: FAMILY HEALTH SERVICES

To ensure you continue to receive timely, high-quality care during a period of staffing transitions, TRICARE Prime beneficiaries are authorized to seek Family Health services with trusted TRICARE network providers through Jan. 31, 2026 -- with one important update. To help coordinate your care, starting Sept. 29, 2025, please call the appointment line at 501-987-8811 before scheduling an appointment with a network provider to check for availability within the Family Health Clinic. This will help facilitate a smooth transition back to the 19th Medical Group for your care as our providers ramp up. Appointment availability will gradually increase as the team grows.

 Important Steps to Ensure Continued Coverage & Avoid Charges:

• Call First: Starting Sept. 29, 2025, please call our appointment line at 501-987-8811 before scheduling an appointment with a TRICARE network provider for your routine or acute care needs. They’ll check for available appointments within the Family Health Clinic.
• Point of Service Charges: To avoid incurring Point of Service (POS) charges, please verify clinic availability before seeking care off base. POS charges will be waived if the Family Health Clinic doesn’t have an appointment available when you need one.
• Urgent Care Remains Accessible: This requirement does not apply to urgent care visits. You may continue to seek in-network urgent care services off base without prior authorization.

 Your patience and understanding are appreciated as they navigate these temporary changes. Your support allows them to continue delivering the care you deserve and remain committed to serving you with excellence every step of the way.

Questions?

Please contact the 19th Medical Group Appointment Line at 501-987-8811. They are standing by to support you!

19TH LRS & 19TH FSS UPDATE: FOREIGN CLEARANCE GUIDE/PASSPORT INFO
Effective Sept. 8, 2025, dependent travel to Korea, Japan and Germany must use a Special Issue Passport (SIP). The blue tourist passports are no longer valid for Status of Forces Agreement (SOFA) endorsement. Please refer to the DoD Passport Matters website (.mil/.gov domain restricted) for guidance

LUMENA MINDGYM RELOCATION
The MindGym is now located at The Kenny, Bldg. 940 Arnold Drive, inside the Welcome Center. The MindGym is a cutting-edge mental fitness space designed to enhance resilience and cognitive performance through neurofeedback technology, reflective surfaces, ambient sounds, and strategic lighting. Hours of Operation are 0700 – 1630 and you can book your appointment at: MindGym Appointment Scheduling.

FIRE PREVENTION WEEK 2025
This year’s Fire prevention week theme is Lithium-Ion Battery safety. Spread the word about making smart choices when it comes to buying, charging, and recycling lithium-ion batteries—because the wrong move can lead to a fire.

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CLOSURES

VISITOR'S CENTER CLOSURE
The visitor’s center will be open on Oct. 10 for normal business hours but will be closed Oct. 13 for Columbus Day.

BASE TRACK CLOSURE
The WARFIT running track and football field will be closed from 25 Aug to 17 Sept for installation of the rubber surface for the running track. The track and football field will be closed until the final inspection and acceptance of the project is completed.

MILITARY SERVICE STATION CLOSURE
The Military Service Station will be shut down from 2200, 30 Sept. through 0100, 1 Oct. for End of Year accounting. Personnel will need to fill up or top off GOVs prior to this closure, as they will not be able to utilize the Service Station during that time, no exceptions.

FSS WEBSITE UPDATE
There are currently intermittent loading issues at rockinattherock.com as they work to relaunch the site following the recent outage. Thank you for your patience as they resolve these issues. If you’re unable to access event info or need to register, please contact the facility directly using the phone number listed with the event.

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AIRMEN & FAMILY EVENTS
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ARMED FORCES KIDS GLOW RUN
WHAT: Armed Forces Kids Glow Run
WHO: Youth (5-18 years old)
WHERE: Youth Ball Field #783
WHEN: 26 Sept, 1830-2000

INFO: Join the Youth Center as you run under the night lights and glow like no other at the youth ball field located behind WARFIT Pavilion! Sign up for the half-mile run (5-6 year olds), the one-mile run (7-8 year olds), the one and a half mile run (9-12 year olds) or the two-mile run (13-18 year olds) by September 19th. Register at www.rockinattherock.com/youth-programs/ or call 987-6355. Late registration will begin at 1830 on the day of the race with the first race starting at 1900. Please contact the Youth Center if you are interested in volunteering at the event. 

COMBATIVES INSTRUCTOR COURSE
WHAT: Combatives Instructor Course
WHO: Airmen of all ranks
WHERE: War Center
WHEN: 29 Sept - 3 Oct

INFO: The USAF Combatives Program at LRAFB is hosting the next Combatives Basic Instructor Course from 29 Sept to 3 Oct. This five-day course is designed to introduce Airmen to the fundamentals of combatives while reinforcing confidence, discipline, and leadership in a controlled training environment. Open to all ranks and AFSCs, seats are limited. To register, please use this link: https://forms.osi.apps.mil/r/121BTawGai

MINDGYM 30-DAY MENTAL EDGE CHALLENGE
WHAT: MindGym 30-Day Mental Edge Challenge
WHO: Base personnel
WHERE: The Kenny
WHEN: 17 Sept – 17 Oct

INFO:  The Integrated Resilience Office is excited to roll out the MindGym 30-Day Mental Edge Challenge. This program helps you stay focused in high-stress moments, build mental fitness and optimize mental performance. Join the challenge and come out to the kickoff event on 17 Sept from 1500-1630. Sign up at LumenLabs.com/30DayChallenge. 

NEW SPOUSE ORIENTATION
WHAT: M&FRC New Spouse Orientation
WHO: Spouses new to Team Little Rock
WHERE: The Kenny
WHEN: 1^st and 3^rd Wednesday of the month – 1 Oct and 15 Oct.  

INFO: New spouses are welcomed to come learn more about the military and the Little Rock Air Force Base community!  Newcomers Orientation begins at 8am, with the spouse break-out session beginning at 9:15am. Call the M&FRC at 501-987-2667 to register. 

ELEVATE
WHAT: Elevate your relationship!
WHO: DoD ID holders in committed relationships and their partners
WHERE: The Kenny – M&FRC
WHEN: 18 Oct, 8am-4pm

INFO: Elevate is a skills-base program designed to help couples strengthen and sustain healthy relationships. Air Force and Space Force active-duty members receive $160 grant from the Air Force Aid Society for completing the course! Call the M&FRC at 501-987-2667 to register.

NATIONAL PUBLIC LANDS DAY
WHAT: National Public Lands Day
WHO: Base personnel
WHERE: Old golf course holes 5 & 6
WHEN: 27 Sept

INFO: Volunteers are needed for trash pickup and the pollinator habitat tour. For more information, see the attached flyer or contact Seth Fisher at 501-987-6800.

MILITARY CHILDREN AND FAMILY FORUM
WHAT: Arkansas Council for Military Children Meeting and Military Family Forum
WHO: Military Families and Military Children
WHERE: Pottsville High School Library, 500 Apache Drive, Pottsville, Ar
WHEN: 1000, October 2, 2025

INFO: 
Virtual Option: https://dese.link/ACMC100225
The agenda for the meeting is available at https://dese.link/ACMC10022025Agenda
For more information about the council, go to https://dese.link/ACMC.

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FEEDBACK & QUESTIONS
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LRAFB NOW AUTHORIZED UBER LOCATION
Little Rock AFB is now an authorized location for select Uber drivers to pick up and drop off passengers with valid DoD ID. Passengers with base access will be authorized to escort guests when “Trusted Traveler” is authorized. When ordering an authorized Uber ride, it is recommended that you use your actual address on the installation so an authorized driver can locate you in an effective and timely manner.  Delays at installation gates can slow pick up and drop off times based on gate operations, so please plan accordingly to prevent delays with travel. 

FAQ:

• How do I get an Uber on base?
  • When ordering an Uber on the App input your specific on base address and it will let you know which Uber drivers are authorized on base.
• Can they drop me off at my dorm or just at the gate?
  • If the driver is authorized if you in put your actual address on the installation, they can drop you off there. If they are not authorized the driver can drop you off at the gate.

The use of this program does not constitute endorsement by the Department of Defense or any of its entities.

VISITOR CENTER (VC) HOURS AND PROCEDURES
The Little Rock AFB VC regular business hours are 0600 - 1630, Monday through Friday, excluding holidays and Family Days listed below. The VC is located in building 1508. Parking is accessed through Marshall Road at the traffic light just outside of the main gate. Visitor passes, DBIDS cards, extended visitor passes, and Restricted Area Badges (RAB’s) are all issued from the VC. Appointment times are from 0800 - 1600. Appointments are required for RAB issuance to ensure appropriate personnel are present. Otherwise, appointments are highly recommended to prevent long wait times. The QR code or link below can be utilized to make appointments. 

Appointments

AFTER HOURS PROCEDURES
Sponsors and visitors may proceed in person to building 1502 (gate guard building) at the Vandenberg Gate and be issued a pass by the on-duty Security Forces personnel. Personnel will be directed to park in the parking area immediately behind the gate as you drive through. To be issued a pass the sponsor must have a DoD credential or DBIDS card with sponsorship authority. The visitor must possess a physical state ID or driver's license (a picture of the ID will not be accepted), and proof of current vehicle insurance and registration, physical or digital copies are accepted.

HOLIDAY, PASS DAY, AND TRAINING HOURS
The VC will be closed all day in observance of federal holidays and AMC Pass Days. 

REMOTE SPONSORSHIP PROGRAM
Remote Sponsorship passes afford any Military ID Card holder, with sponsorship privileges, the opportunity to electronically submit their guests' information to the VC to generate a visitor's pass without the visitor/sponsor being physically present. Requests must be submitted on the attached remote sponsorship request form via government email to 19SFS.VCC.Requests@us.af.mil a minimum of 72 hours prior to the requested start date. Please be advised Org Boxes cannot accept encrypted emails therefore the Remote Sponsorship Request form is password protected (Password: 19SFSRSR). Passes will need to be picked up at the VC during their official duty hours, Monday through Friday, 0600 to 1630. The following forms of ID are eligible for sponsorship CAC, DD Form 2 (Active, Retired and Reserve), and DD Form 1173. Any questions concerning remote sponsorship should be direct to the Visitor Center at (501) 987-8777.
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