• John L. Hennessy Award 2011

    The 4th Force Support Squadron food service specialists at the Southern Eagle Dining Facility and the Flight Kitchen were inspected, Oct. 19, 2011 for the 2011 Air Combat Command John L. Hennessy Award. The Hoover Commission created the Hennessy Award as a way for government food service and

  • Airmen say bye-bye to BDUs Nov. 1

    Airmen will bid goodbye to several uniform items that will be deemed "out of regs" Air Force wide, Nov. 1.The long worn Battle Dress Uniform will be completely replaced with the Airman Battle Uniform. Also, Airmen will no longer be allowed to wear the tan or desert colored boots while at home

  • 4 LRS Airman named ACC Male Athlete of the Year

    A casual encounter of one Airmen here can be quite intimidating for most, as his ability to bench press more than 500 pounds gained him the title of Air Combat Command Male Athlete of the Year.Staff Sgt. Lysander Roberson, NCOIC of accidents and abuse in the 4th Logistic Readiness Squadron vehicle

  • Changes to come to CDC Nov. 1

    Parents and caregivers may notice a few changes at the Child Development Center (CDC) here, as new rates for some and a change in the allotted hours will take effect Nov. 1.As the rates for children is determined by total family income instead of a service member's rank, for some families, the rate

  • Gate guards to use new scanner to check IDs

    The 4th Security Forces Squadron will begin using a hand-held scanner to check ID cards at all base gates starting on Nov. 1, 2011. The initiative is part of the new Defense Biometric Identification System (DBIDS).DBIDS is a Homeland Security and Department of Defense initiative used to manage

  • Strike Eagle flag football team brings home city championship

    The Strike Eagle football team proved why the 4th Fighter Wing is "Fourth but First" by winning the flag football city championship for the Goldsboro, N.C., park district for the first time, at Mina Weil Park, Oct. 17.A close win for the Strike Eagles, who defeated the YMCA football team 7-6, came

  • Chamber of Commerce hosts 'Lucky 11' to raise money for local veterans

    Military veterans and their families desiring to retire in Wayne County can have fun and receive career assistance from the base and community to prepare for and find jobs in today's challenging economy.The Wayne County Chamber of Commerce is stepping up to show local veterans and military families

  • Energy Action Month – A display of Hybrid/Electric vehicles

    October is Energy Awareness Month. The 4th Civil Engineer Squadron has provided many tips and suggestions on how to conserve more energy, from weather proofing a home to making a vehicle more fuel efficient.The motto this year for Energy Action Month is "Power the Force - Fuel the Flight," and on

  • October is Energy Action Month – Fuel Efficiency Tips

    October is Energy Action Month and also the time of year people begin to think about the amount of energy they use. This year, the base has teamed with local car dealers to display some of the most energy efficient vehicles on the market. A Chevy Volt, a Nissan Leaf, and a Toyota Prius are on

  • Breast Cancer Awareness

    From energy awareness to spousal abuse awareness, October keeps many busy. However, there is one thing that women should not forget and that is checking themselves for cancer. Among other things October is also Breast Cancer Awareness month. Its purpose is to "bring attention to and promote breast