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Mission Monday: Jerrel ‘Jay’ Scriven, Executive Support Specialist, AFIMSC Commander’s Action Group
August 18, 2025 — It’s Mission Monday! This week we highlight Jerrel ‘Jay’ Scriven, executive support specialist with the Air Force Installation and Mission Support Center Commander’s Action Group... MORE

It’s Mission Monday! This week we highlight Jerrel ‘Jay’ Scriven, executive support specialist with the Air Force Installation and Mission Support Center Commander’s Action Group.

Medicare and TRICARE For Life: Finding providers
August 18, 2025 — If you have TRICARE For Life, you’ll get health care from Medicare providers. Here’s what you need to know about finding different types of Medicare providers... MORE

Air Force Installation and Mission Support Center welcomes new commander
August 18, 2025 — The Air Force Installation and Mission Support Center welcomed Maj. Gen. Thomas P. Sherman as its new commander during a change of command ceremony Aug. 14 at the Gateway Club at Joint Base San Antonio-Lackland... MORE

FBI Citizens Academy class tours 433rd AW, gains insight into airlift mission
August 18, 2025 — More than two dozen participants in the FBI San Antonio Citizens Academy visited the 433rd Airlift Wing on Aug. 5, 2025, for a mission briefing and tour of the C-5M Super Galaxy... MORE

433rd Airlift Wing Reserve Airmen guide Greater San Antonio FBI Academy leadership and their civic leaders onto a C-5M Super Galaxy during a tour at Joint Base San Antonio-Lackland, Texas, Aug. 5, 2025.

Enlisted recruiting numbers up over last 6 months, official says
August 18, 2025 — Americans across the country are enlisting to fight for the nation, Pentagon Press Secretary Kingsley Wilson said at a briefing... MORE

Civilians in black shirts and blue jeans raise their right hand as troops in formation stand at attention while a soldier raising his right hand stands in front of the formation.

The power of sleep hygiene: Why a good night’s rest matters
August 15, 2025 — In the military, physical endurance, mental sharpness and emotional resilience are essential to mission success. Yet, one of the most powerful tools to maintain these qualities — sleep — is often undervalued... MORE

Southern Vanguard 25 kicks off in Chile, strengthening regional partnerships and readiness
August 14, 2025 — Exercise Southern Vanguard 25 (ExSV25), a U.S. Army South-led multilateral training exercise with the Chilean army, officially commenced Aug. 12, 2025, in Los Ángeles, Chile... MORE

U.S., Colombian armies open PISAJ 21 to advance senior NCO professional development
August 14, 2025 — U.S. Army South, in coordination with the Colombian army, officially launched the 21st iteration of the Programa Integral para Suboficiales de Alta Jerarquía, or PISAJ, the capstone event of the Colombian Sergeants Major Academy, during an opening ceremony at the South Carolina National Guard McCrady Training Center in Columbia, South Carolina, on Aug. 11, 2025... MORE

From Ghana’s streets to an MLS stadium: Airman finds home in football and service
August 14, 2025 — Senior Airman Ebenezer Owusu Arthur, a 59th Medical Wing central sterile processing technician, recently competed in a military-only soccer tournament hosted by Major League Soccer’s Real Salt Lake... MORE

Senior Airman Ebenezer Owusu Arthur, 59th Medical Wing, takes a penalty kick during a photo shoot recognizing his achievements at a military-only soccer tournament in Utah.

PCS Joint Task Force hosts Industry Day
August 14, 2025 — The Permanent Change of Station Joint Task Force met with movers, shippers and logistics providers during Industry Day to gather input on improving the Household Goods Relocation Program... MORE

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Air Force Installation and Mission Support Center welcomes new command chief
August 13, 2025 — The Air Force Installation and Mission Support Center welcomed a new command chief during a change of responsibility ceremony Aug. 13 at the Gateway Club.Chief Master Sgt. Ronnie Woods succeeded Chief... MORE

NMFDC: Mission Driven-People Powered - Christine Galliano
August 13, 2025 — The Naval Medical Forces Development Command is mission driven and most importantly people powered! We highlight Christine Galliano, an Instructional Systems Specialist that makes sure the U.S. Navy’s... MORE

The Naval Medical Forces Development Command is always mission driven and most importantly people powered! Christine Galliano is an instructional systems specialist at the command and sure the U.S. Navy’s medical professionals have the best training and education possible. Photo taken and graphic created at Joint Base San Antonio-Fort Sam Houston, Aug. 12, 2025 (U.S. Navy graphic by Malcolm McClendon).

Harnessing joint allied cyber capabilities: Sixteenth Air Force and Romanian Cyber Command share insights during inaugural bilateral engagement
August 13, 2025 — Sixteenth Air Force (Air Forces Cyber) hosted the Romanian Cyber Command for their first bilateral engagement at its Joint base San Antonio-Lackland headquarters July 28-29... MORE

Leadership sits at table to discuss cyber partnership.

Squadron Officer School launches new, refocused curriculum
August 13, 2025 — For the last five months, Air University refocused the Squadron Officer School curriculum to address current Department of Defense priorities and debuted the new and improved course on July 31... MORE

U.S. Air Force Col. Steve Ayre, Squadron Officer School commandant, speaks to new SOS students at Maxwell Air Force Base, Alabama, July 31, 2025.

Educational outreach initiative: Inspiring elementary students in infectious disease research, biosafety practices
August 12, 2025 — Dr. Jesus Silvas from the 59th Medical Wing and Dr. Israel Guerrero from the Texas Biomedical Research Institute visited Mendez Elementary School in San Marcos to introduce 2nd–5th grade students to careers in infectious disease research and biosafety... MORE

Capt. Jesus Silvas, a microbiologist with the U.S. Army Reserve Medical Command assigned to the 59th Medical Wing’s Office of Research and Technology Applications, shows students a Biosafety Level 4 Positive Pressure Suit Aug. 7, 2025, at Mendez Elementary School in San Marcos, Texas, as Dr. Israel Guerrero, a virologist with Texas Biomedical Research Institute, explains its use.

Army tour length changes to enhance stability, readiness in Korea
August 12, 2025 — The Department of Defense has approved changes to the length of tours for accompanied and unaccompanied Soldiers coming to South Korea... MORE

MICC leaders demonstrate agility during 2025 transformation training event
August 12, 2025 — The Mission and Installation Contracting Command completed a leader training and wargaming event Jul. 29 to Aug. 1 in San Antonio, Texas, as a prequel to their large-scale annual event to ensure the contracting command’s alignment with the Army Transformation Initiative and higher command guidance... MORE

How a death in the family may affect your TRICARE coverage
August 12, 2025 — When a family member passes away, it can feel overwhelming to deal with paperwork on top of the emotional burden. This article provides a few steps you should take in the weeks following your family member’s death. Taking these steps can help ensure your coverage continues without interruption... MORE

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59th Medical Wing recognizes volunteer contributions
August 11, 2025 — The 59th Medical Wing hosted its annual volunteer recognition luncheon to honor the individuals whose selfless service contributed to support across clinics and services in 2025... MORE

Volunteers with the 59th Medical Wing were recognized during the annual Volunteer Appreciation Luncheon at Wilford Hall Ambulatory Surgical Center, Joint Base San Antonio-Lackland, Texas, Aug. 1, 2025.

Get your child ready for the new school year: A TRICARE Parent’s Guide
August 11, 2025 — Getting your child’s health care needs taken care of before school starts helps ensure they’re ready to focus on learning. TRICARE covers the essential services that parents need to check off their back-to-school list... MORE

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