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

WINTER WEATHER IMPACT
Updates on base operating status and any other changes will be posted on our Facebook page. Contact your chain of command for any questions concerning reporting or mission-essential status

19TH MED PRIMARY CARE CHANGES
Starting 29 Jan 2026, all TRICARE Prime beneficiaries will need to come back to base and the 19th Medical Group to receive primary care. These beneficiaries will no longer be able to go off base to receive care except for referrals or emergencies. An information campaign is coming soon that will have additional information. These changes don’t apply to TRICARE Select members. You can enroll in TRICARE Select, but it has out of pocket costs. For additional information visit https://tricare.mil/Plans.

FEDERAL IMPACT AID SURVEY
Each year, the United States Department of Education provides funding called Impact Aid. Impact Aid funds are designed to offset local tax revenues that are diminished due to having a federal installation within the school district. The amount of Dept of Education funds received is directly based on the number of military and DoW civilian children who are identified through completion of a short, annual survey. 

The schools have/are sending survey forms home with identified students this month. To qualify for funding, the district must collect a completed form for each federally connected student. Little Rock AFB leadership strongly encourages parents and guardians to complete the Impact Aid survey and return it to the school within their prescribed timelines. If you have any questions regarding the survey, please don't hesitate to contact the Little Rock AFB School Liaison Program Manager, Ms. Terri Williams.

314th AIRLIFT WING HISTORY PODCAST
The 314th Airlift Wing History Office has launched a new podcast exploring the wing’s 83‑year legacy. From its origins as the 314th Troop Carrier Group in WWII to its mission today. Each 10–30-minute episode highlights a significant figure, unit, event, or moment that shaped the wing’s heritage. See the flyer above for QR codes to listen now.

SEE SOMETHING, SAY SOMETHING

Please see the attachments above, graphic and pamphlet, for information on how to report suspicious activity and remain vigilant.

TMO INPROCESSING CHANGE
Effective 5 Jan 2026, all in-processing personnel who have performed a full and/or partial Personally Procured Move (PPM) are to report to Bldg 1255, Ste 104 for documentation processing. TMO personnel are no longer located in the Welcome Center. Hours of operations are Monday, Wednesday and Friday 0800-1600 and Tuesday and Thursday 0800-1400. For questions or additional information, please contact 501-987-3582.

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CLOSURES
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AIRMEN & FAMILY EVENTS
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RUN FOR THE FALLEN
WHAT: 15th Annual Arkansas Run for the Fallen
WHO:  Service members, veterans, and civilians
WHERE: Run will start in Ozark, AR and end at the Military Entrance Processing Station (MEPS) in Little Rock.
WHEN: 13-15 March

INFO This solemn event is a 155-mile journey to honor Arkansas service members who have given their lives in service since September 11, 2001. Runners will be escorted by the Arkansas State Police and several military motorcycle organizations. For additional information, or to sign up for the Core Run Team, please contact Nicholas Butler at nbutler70902@gmail.com or  call 501-952-1596. More details can be found at www.arkansasrunforthefallen.org    

SPECIAL WARFARE INSTRUCTOR COURSE
WHAT: Special Warfare Instructor Course
WHO: Airmen of all ranks
WHERE: War Center
WHEN: 2-6 Feb

INFO: The Air Force Combatives Program at LRAFB will be hosting a Special Warfare Instructor Course to certify members as Basic Combatives Instructors from 02-06 February. The course focuses on Close Quarters Battle training, emphasizing range control, and mission-specific application. It develops situational awareness and threat assessment, providing realistic, controlled training to build confidence, leadership skills, and practical combatives experience. Register using this link or QR code in the flyer: https://forms.osi.apps.mil/r/pczdvVdyvk

UNDERSTANDING THE AF DEVELOPMENT SPECIAL DUTY PROCESS
WHAT: Understanding the AF Development Special Duty Process
WHO: All Military Ranks and Civilians
WHERE: Large Classroom at the Kenny
WHEN: 30 Jan 1400-1530

INFO: On behalf of the TLR Chief’s Group, Chief Master Sgt. Kumiyama from the 314 MXG will be hosting a development session on navigating the AF Development Special Duty process.  There will be an open forum Q&A panel with members who are or have served in a DSD.  This event is open to ALL Ranks (Military & Civilian), so please come out and bring your notebooks as they will provide perspective and are willing to answer any and all questions.

WEIGHT TRAINING 101
WHAT: Weight Training 101
WHO: Base personnel 
WHERE: Fitness Center 
WHEN: 13 Jan - 5 Feb

INFO: Start the New Year off with the Health Promotion Weight Training clinic! See the attached flyer for more info. Please email the Health Promotions Coordinator, Ethan Turpen, at ethan.w.turpen.civ@health.mil.
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FEEDBACK & QUESTIONS

Suggestion: THANK YOU SO MUCH for the small asphalt patch at the Apex of the loop that goes around the park by the small base lake. It was very needed!

However, it's a little small and it is still difficult to make that turn in big vehicles and I don't want to keep damaging the roadway when our tires slip off. Is it possible if there are any available funds to please widen the patch and maybe just asphalt over the entire gravel area inside the Apex of that loop? The rest of the road needs a lot of help too, but that part at the end is definitely the worst. Thank you all so much, bless you and Merry Christmas!

Response: The 19 CES appreciates your recognition of our team’s efforts to patch the roadway. We understand your recommendation to widen the apex of the loop, but the current design was intentionally implemented as a traffic-calming measure to ensure vehicles are forced to drive slow through the area for safety. Your suggestion is noted, and we will look at potentially adding this option to future infrastructure expansion in the coming months if funding becomes available.

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OTHER INFORMATION

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. 

REAL ID
REAL ID went into effect 7 May 2025, ALL personnel entering Little Rock AFB (and all AF Installations) MUST have a REAL-ID compliant form of identification.

• Your CAC is REAL-ID Compliant.  To get a DBIDS Card you must have a REAL-ID. 
• Per DoDM 5200.08V3_AFMAN 31-101V3 (Apr 25)
  • State-issued driver’s licenses and identification cards from states not meeting the standards can no longer be used for accessing Federal facilities including Air Force installations unless the issuing state’s compliance deadline has been extended by the Department of Homeland Security (DHS). (T-0).

Individuals who do not possess a driver’s license or identification card compliant with the REAL ID Act and do not possess an acceptable alternate identification credential must be escorted or denied access. 

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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