Robins' Facebook page offers something to 'Like' Published Oct. 27, 2011 By 78th Air Base Wing Public Affairs ROBINS AIR FORCE BASE, Ga. -- While those with an interest in Robins can get information via traditional means, such as the base newspaper and the official website, the base's Facebook page has joined the ranks as an invaluable source. The base launched its Facebook page in late July as another way of spreading command messages. It has since grown to include articles, photos, events and other information deemed valuable to the base and surrounding communities. As subscribers to the page, fans receive regular updates, and have access to post their own comments, links, photos and videos pertaining to Robins. The page reached a minor milestone this week, surpassing the 500 mark in "Likes," but with Facebook boasting more than 500 million users and may reach 700 million within the next year, it is not unreasonable to expect this number to be much larger. Team Robins members are encouraged to not only view the page, but also interact with it, commenting on posts and providing content. Senior leaders on base, including Col. Mitchel Butikofer, 78th Air Base Wing commander, have taken an interest in the page, recognizing it as a useful tool in disseminating information as well as boosting morale. While operational security is a concern, it's not a new one for the Robins Public Affairs Office, which manages the official Facebook page. The site is continually being monitored and any posts that might compromise security are promptly removed. Questionable or offensive posts are also removed, as are posts from users endorsing or promoting commercial enterprises. In addition to Facebook, Robins is pursuing additional social media venues as a way to reach the community, including Twitter. Links can be found on the homepage.