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Safety the back-to-school priority this fall
August 14, 2017
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National security and ISR discussed during congressional visit
August 11, 2017
Congressman Will Hurd, 23rd District of Texas, visits with Maj. Gen. Mary O’Brien, commander, 25th Air Force.

ISR Command Chief provides departing words of wisdom
August 6, 2017
Chief Master Sgt. Roger Towberman, former command chief for 25th Air Force, receives recognition from Steven Doucette, chief of staff, 25th Air Force, during his departure luncheon July 27, 2017.

Air Force civilian selected for 2017 USAF Portraits in Courage
August 5, 2017
Gen. Ellen Pawlikowski congratulates Greg Gangnuss after presenting him with the Air Force Civilian Award for Valor during a Feb. 22 commander’s call at Joint Base San Antonio, Texas.

Planning and programming summit focuses on “shared way forward”
August 4, 2017
Mark Correll, Deputy Assistant Secretary of Environment, Safety and Infrastructure, Headquarters Air Force, Pentagon, addresses the audience during the 2017 Planning and Programming Summit.

Air Force teen leaders offer messages of hope, resiliency
August 4, 2017
Jo Anne Dimitriou, AFSVA executive director, addresses the Air Force Youth of the Year winners during the Air Force Youth of the Year ceremony. (U.S. Air Force photo by Steve Warns / Released)

Stage 1 water restrictions implemented across JBSA
August 2, 2017
One reason to conserve water is when water use increases, the treatments may not be able to keep up with demand.
Another reason to conserve water is the treatment requirements are expensive and time-consuming.  
Water is considered an inexhaustible resource, but local supplies, whether from lakes and streams or aquifers, are not always renewable. Without proper use, they can be contaminated, lost through changes in climate or use can simply overtake replenishment.

Security forces NCOIC’s grandfather’s story a tale of valor
July 31, 2017
On March 18, 2014, 45 years after his death, Felix Conde-Falcon, a native of Puerto Rico who was raised in Chicago, received the Congressional Medal of Honor, the highest award for valor in action against an enemy force. Richard Conde, traveled with other family members to Washington, D.C., to accept the posthumous award from President Barack Obama.

Combating all that creeps, crawls and bites
July 29, 2017
Chief Master Sgt. Kristopher K. Berg, 502nd Air Base Wing and Joint Base San Antonio command chief, sprays pesticides at JBSA-Lackland, Texas, July 20, 2017. Senior leadership from 502nd ABW and JBSA accompanied the 502nd Civil Engineer Squadron Pest Management pest control technicians as they completed work orders and took measures to keep the insect and animal population in check throughout the installation.

ROTC cadets receive a simulated ride in a C-5M
July 29, 2017
Reserve Officer Training Corps cadets enter the C-5 flight simulator at the 733rd Training Squadron, July 26, 2017 at Joint Base San Antonio-Lackland. The cadets also visited the 433rd Maintenance Squadron's engine shop and received a C-5M Super Galaxy aircraft tour. (U.S. Air Force photo by Benjamin Faske)

Common sense plays big role in summertime activities
July 28, 2017
The Air Force’s Summer Safety Campaign is winding down to its conclusion Labor Day weekend, but there are still plenty of opportunities for Airmen and their families to go out and enjoy the great outdoors before vacation ends and the school year begins.

AF opens retraining to second term, career Airmen
July 28, 2017
The Noncommissioned Officer Retraining Program allows second-term and career Airmen to retrain into undermanned career field in order to balance and sustain the enlisted force as the Air Force continues to grow. (U.S. Air Force graphic by Kat Bailey)

Air Force extends Health Professions Loan Repayment Program
July 27, 2017
The Air Force has extended the deadline to Sept. 1 to apply for the active-duty Health Professions Loan Repayment Program in fiscal year 2017. Applicants must hold a specialty in either the Biomedical Sciences or Nurse Corps. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Christopher Ruano)

Health research and innovation prepare Air Force Medicine for future conflicts
July 27, 2017
The Air Force Medical Service conducts extensive health research to stay on the cutting edge of health innovation and technology, delivering the highest quality care. As the Air Force prepares to execute future missions, the AFMS research focus must also shift to support new environments and requirements.

June Diamond Sharp Award Winners
July 26, 2017

Air Force Medical Service asks “What’s your Why”
July 26, 2017
Share your story today! Trusted Care culture enables all Airmen and beneficiaries to own the delivery of safe and reliable care. Everyone has unique reasons “why” that fuel their commitment to the Trusted Care journey. The "What's Your Why" Campaign aims to inspire and incite change through the power of storytelling.

Kelly Field: key in Cold War speed race
July 25, 2017
In 1961, during the speed run launched on a course at Edwards Air Force Base, Calif., the B-58 Hustler bomber blew past Mach 2, the 1,584 mph barrier, hitting a top speed of 2,095 mph.

Student loan forgiveness takes effect in October
July 24, 2017
The first forgiveness of student loan balances under the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program goes into effect for government employees in October 2017. (U.S. Air Force courtesy graphic)

Maintenance Citizen Airmen educate Honorary Commanders
July 24, 2017
Tech Sgt. Sean Preston, 433rd Maintenance Squadron aerospace propulsion technician, showcases the General Electric engines for the C-5M Super Galaxy during the 433rd Maintenance Group Honorary Commander’s Tour July 15, 2017.  The tour is designed to inform the honorary commanders of the roles and responsibilities the Airmen of the 433rd MXG provide to the success of the Alamo Wing’s mission.  (U.S. Air Force photo/Senior Airman Bryan Swink)

Joint Service Achievement Medal awarded to Montagu-Hunter Challenge volunteer Airmen
July 21, 2017
U.S. Air Force graphic by Staff Sgt. Alexx Pons