bowling center reopening

Col. John Nichols, 14th Flying Training Wing Commander, addresses the crowd at the Bowling Center, Strike Zone Lanes, grand re-opening Dec. 1. Strike Zone Lanes, was temporarily closed for quality of life changes but reopened with brand-new paint, rental equipment, and a new more “grill oriented” menu. (U.S. Air Force photo/Airman Daniel Lile)

Strike Zone Lanes Holds Grand Reopening Event

Published Dec. 3, 2014
By Linda Norman
14th Force Support Squadron Marketing

COLUMBUS AIR FORCE BASE, Miss. -- Airmen from Columbus Air Force Base gathered at the newly-reopened bowling center Dec. 1 after being closed for quality of life changes.

The bowling center was built in 1961 and is currently celebrating 55 years of servicing the Columbus Air Force Base community.

Col. John Nichols, 14th Flying Training Wing Commander, kicked off the events with opening remarks and throwing the first bowling ball.

Renovations included new paint, facility deep cleaning, a new soda dispensing system, new bowling shoes and bowling pins. The bowling center offered specials and promotions to their patrons throughout the week. There was also a menu makeover to focus more on most popular items and improving customer service.