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Contract opportunities attract small business representatives
November 15, 2018 — More than 100 representatives from small and large businesses took part in an acquisition forecast industry outreach event to learn about contract opportunities with the Army Nov. 7 in San Antonio.... MORE

AFIMSC budget analyst survives storm; keeps mission going
November 15, 2018 — Scott Sheffield weighed his options as Hurricane Michael strengthened in the Gulf of Mexico and barreled toward the Florida coast. Like most residents in the area, the AFIMSC budget analyst could ride out the storm from his home in Panama City Beach or evacuate to a safer location. But Sheffield had a third option: attend an already planned and scheduled TDY to San Antonio for a training course – ironically a two-day problem-solving and decision-making class. He opted for the TDY. ... MORE

MICC Field Directorate Office-Fort Sam Houston welcomes new director
November 15, 2018 — Members of the Field Directorate Office-Fort Sam Houston welcomed their new director Oct. 22 at Joint Base San Antonio-Fort Sam Houston.... MORE

National Museum of the U.S. Air Force announces Ninth Annual Student Writing Competition
November 15, 2018 — Teenagers will have a unique opportunity to earn scholarship funds while learning about military aviation history through the National Museum of the U.S. Air Force’s Ninth Annual Air Force Heritage and History Writing Competition. ... MORE

Centering program brings moms, moms-to-be together
November 15, 2018 — Parents expecting a new child, even experienced parents with more than one child already at home, can feel overwhelmed at times. ... MORE

AETC announces 2018 flying training awards
November 15, 2018 — The 71st Flying Training Wing at Vance Air Force Base, Oklahoma, flew away with the top flying training wing honors for 2018 during the Air Education and Training Command Flying Training Awards ceremony at Joint Base San Antonio-Randolph Oct. 26. ... MORE

Advance assignments now available to Airmen deploying for 365-day Extended Deployments
November 14, 2018 — Effective Nov. 1, active duty Airmen selected for an extended deployment may apply to receive an advance assignment up to 16 months prior to the projected Report Not Later Than Date of the assignment.... MORE

Steps to consider before appealing an Army evaluation report
November 14, 2018 — Every Soldier has heard the impact a negative evaluation report can have on a military career. A negative Noncommissioned Office Evaluation Report or Officer Evaluation Report could be an impediment for promotion and jobs with higher responsibilities. This article outlines factors to consider when deciding whether or not to appeal an adverse evaluation report. ... MORE

South Texas twins seek opportunity in America’s Navy
November 14, 2018 — Two Marion High School seniors have made the decision to join the world’s most powerful naval force, America’s Navy. Twin brothers Jack and James Lanier of Universal City, Texas, are making final preparations to attend recruit training after graduation and becoming Sailors in the Navy’s nuclear propulsion career field. ... MORE

Don't stand in line: TSA Precheck open to military, DOD civilians
November 14, 2018 — Service members are trusted to defend the nation, surely they can be trusted when boarding a plane. This is the thinking of the Transportation Security Administration, which is pushing to ensure that service members and Department of Defense civilians know they can use the TSA Precheck program.... MORE

Recruiting influencers tour C-5M Super Galaxy
November 14, 2018 — Fifteen Air Force recruiting influencers visited the 433rd Airlift Wing at Joint Base San Antonio-Lackland Nov. 8.... MORE

U.S. Army to roll out new Army Greens uniform
November 14, 2018 — The United States Army announced Nov. 11 that it is adopting an iconic uniform -- the "Army Greens" -- as its new service uniform. This is the uniform worn by America's "Greatest Generation" in World War II.... MORE

UPDATE: Heating repairs to occur at JBSA-Fort Sam Houston CDC Nov. 14
November 14, 2018 — JBSA-Fort Sam Houston Main CDC, Bldg 2530 heat issues continue. Currently seven of 12 classrooms have reached proper temperatures of 68 degrees and will open immediately to single and dual military families first. If you don't fall into this priority, we ask that you please make alternate arrangements at this time. There is a good chance the entire center will be reopened today, however there is no exact time as of now. JBSA-Fort Sam Houston CDC Annex, Bldg 1720, heat has been restored and building is heating towards proper temperatures. Please contact the center at 221-3835 beginning at 10 a.m. to determine what time the center will open.... MORE

Baskin Elementary students attend Starbase Kelly
November 14, 2018 — Eighteen Mildred Baskin Elementary school students visited Starbase Kelly at Joint Base San Antonio-Lackland Nov. 5. The Starbase Kelly team taught the students some basic concepts about aircraft and flight before the children toured a C-5M Super Galaxy.... MORE

94-year-old veteran continues to serve at 59th Medical Wing
November 14, 2018 — Helen Wells, a 94-year-old volunteer librarian assistant at the 59th Medical Wing, recently celebrated 53 years of service.... MORE

Buffalo Soldiers honored at Veterans Day ceremony
November 13, 2018 — Comprised of former slaves, freed men and Black Civil War veterans, the historic Buffalo Soldiers persevered through the most difficult conditions imaginable to become some of the most elite and most decorated units in the U.S. Army. The Bexar County Buffalo Soldiers Commemorative Ceremony at the San Antonio National Cemetery Nov. 11 honored these past heroes with a keynote speaker, the reading of a memorial list, military honors, taps and a benediction.... MORE

Volunteers drive exemplary patient care at 59th Medical Wing
November 13, 2018 — Every day, more than 170 volunteers serve in a variety of positions throughout the 59th Medical Wing at Joint Base San Antonio-Lackland. ... MORE

Retiree Appreciation Day serves veterans, families
November 13, 2018 — The Joint Base San Antonio-Randolph Retiree Activities Office held an event honoring Retiree Appreciation Day Nov. 3.... MORE

TRICARE open enrollment gives plan choices to beneficiaries
November 13, 2018 — Beneficiaries of TRICARE who want to make changes to their health care coverage are now able to do so during the TRICARE enrollment period that starts Nov. 12. TRICARE Open Season gives enrollees in the TRICARE Prime or TRICARE Select plans the opportunity to review their health care options and make changes in coverage based on their needs. ... MORE

Public turns out to honor veterans at Fort Sam Houston National Cemetery
November 11, 2018 — Hundreds of supporters ignored chilly temperatures and rainy conditions to honor veterans of the past and present during the annual Veterans Day memorial at the Fort Sam Houston National Cemetery Nov. 11.... MORE