Joint Base San Antonio

502d Logistics Readiness Squadron Central Issue Facility gets BOLC students prepped and ready to go

The 502d Logistics Readiness Squadron's Central Issue Facility, or CIF, at Joint Base San Antonio-Fort Sam Houston supports more than 138 military units and distributes more than 450,000 military equipment items such as helmets, flack vests, canteens and uniforms throughout JBSA. https://www.jbsa.mil/News/News/Article/4524281/502

Military Working Dog retirement ceremony honors service to U.S. Air Force

The 802d Security Forces Squadron hosted a retirement ceremony for Military Working Dogs CCoolahan and PPuritan at Joint Base San Antonio-Lackland, Texas, June 5, 2026. https://www.jbsa.mil/News/News/Article/4518667/mil

Assistant Secretary of the Air Force for Energy, Installations and Environment tours JBSA-Lackland facilities

The Honorable Michael Borders, Assistant Secretary of the Air Force for Energy, Installations and Environment, visited Joint Base San Antonio-Lackland on June 5 as part of an immersion tour to observe installation operations, infrastructure initiatives and mission capabilities across the base. https://www.jbsa.mil/News/News/Article/4516960/ass

Operation HOOAH preps kids for family members’ military deployments

Military children from across Joint Base San Antonio stepped into the combat boots of their family members during Operation HOOAH, held June 11, 2026, at JBSA-Fort Sam Houston. https://www.jbsa.mil/News/News/Article/4518389/ope

59th Medical Wing holds change of responsibility ceremony

The 59th Medical Wing held a change of responsibility ceremony on June 12, 2026, at the Wilford Hall Ambulatory Surgical Center at Joint Base San Antonio-Lackland, Texas. https://www.jbsa.mil/News/News/Article/4522991/59t

502d Logistic Readiness Squadron: Vehicle maintenance keeps the fleet moving

Members of the 502d Logistic Readiness Squadron vehicle maintenance section at Joint Base San Antonio-Fort Sam Houston work on the entire 3,125-vehicle fleet for the 502d Air Base Wing, ensuring they are maintained and safe for use. https://www.jbsa.mil/News/News/Article/4524077/502

NMTSC Sailor named 2025 Shore-Based BMET of the Year

U.S. Navy Petty Officer 1st Class Kevinjay Flores, an instructor assigned to Navy Medicine Training Support Command at Joint Base San Antonio-Fort Sam Houston, Texas, was named the 2025 Shore-Based Biomedical Equipment Technician of the Year. https://www.jbsa.mil/News/News/Article/4514736/nmt

SAUSHEC graduation ceremony honors residents, fellows, accomplishment

The San Antonio Uniformed Services Health Education Consortium celebrated military medical professionals during a graduation ceremony June 11 at the Lila Cockrell Theatre in downtown San Antonio. https://www.jbsa.mil/News/News/Article/4522673/sau

JBSA conservation law enforcement officers seek public's assistance in identifying person of interest at JBSA-Camp Bullis

Joint Base San Antonio conservation law enforcement officers are asking for the public’s assistance in identifying a person of interest observed in a restricted training area at JBSA-Camp Bullis during the 2025 government shutdown. https://www.jbsa.mil/News/News/Article/4511977/jbs

JBSA launches My Army Post App to improve access to installation services

Joint Base San Antonio has launched the My Army Post App, or MAPA, a new mobile platform designed to provide service members, civilians, retirees and family members with easier access to installation information and services. https://www.jbsa.mil/News/News/Article/4509937/jbs

Submit requests to 502d Air Base Wing public affairs offices through the PA Productivity Portal

The 502d Air Base Wing Public Affairs offices throughout Joint Base San Antonio are using the PA Productivity Portal, or P3, to submit work orders for photographic, video, audio, graphics, and editorial support. These services can now be requested at https://safpa.appianportalsgov.com/request/page/request. https://www.jbsa.mil/News/News/Article/3390031/sub

Ask Away, JBSA connects you with the command team

JBSA is a Beast and sometimes it’s hard to navigate the resources we have for our service members and families. Do you have a question you think only the boss can answer? https://www.jbsa.mil/News/News/Article/4088748/ask

Bring your smile and your camera! JBSA sets up self-help portrait stations

The 502d Air Base Wing Public Affairs office — which serves Joint Base San Antonio-Fort Sam Houston, JBSA-Lackland and JBSA-Randolph — now offers a new self-help portrait station featuring an American flag backdrop. https://www.jbsa.mil/News/News/Article/4254933/bri

Calling 911 From A Cell Phone On JBSA

When calling 911 from a cell phone on JBSA, please remember to immediately tell the 911 dispatcher you are on JBSA and provide the installation information for where you need assistance, i.e. "I am located on" JBSA-Randolph, JBSA-Fort Sam Houston, JBSA-Lackland, JBSA-Camp Bullis, etc.

988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline offers easier option for emergency care

A new 988 telephone number became operational July 16, designated as the new three-digit dialing code that routes callers to the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline. http://www.jbsa.mil/News/News/Article/3100501/new-

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JBSA Latest News

National Guard says domestic missions improving troop readiness

National Guardsmen cross the street while on patrol in Washington as part of the D.C. Safe and Beautiful Task Force, June 20, 2026.

June 30, 2026 - Domestic missions like the D.C. Safe and Beautiful Task Force are helping build troop readiness rather than detracting from it, Army Maj. Gen. Ronald Burkett II said during a media roundtable discussion...

Air Force senior leaders chart course for future force

June 30, 2026 - More than 60 Air Force senior leaders gathered at Wright-Patterson Air Force Base for the semiannual Corona summit, a strategic planning forum focused on policy development, force readiness and future force initiatives...

US Army establishes Space Operations Branch to enable multidomain dominance

The Army established its new Space Operations Branch on June 12, marking a historic milestone in its continuous transformation to meet the challenges of modern, multidomain warfare. (U.S. Army graphic by Allen Meeks)

June 30, 2026 - The U.S. Army announced June 25 that it established its newest branch, the Space Operations Branch, marking an historic milestone in the service's continuous transformation to meet the challenges of modern, multidomain...

BAMC, WHASC among six military hospitals, clinics recognized as Centers of Excellence

A surgical team removes a brain tumor at Walter Reed National Military Medical Center in Bethesda, Maryland, March 4, 2026. The hospital is a Center of Excellence for the Defense Health Agency, which is expanding Centers of Excellence in select medical specialties, to six military hospitals and clinics providing integrated care for complex medical and surgical conditions — combining expertise, resources, and patient referrals to serve as specialized facilities. (Photo by: Photo by Ricardo Reyes-Guevara)

June 30, 2026 - Specialty Care Centers of Excellence are designed to enhance warfighter medical readiness and improve healthcare quality for all...

Army updates Chaplain Corps uniforms

The Department of the Army released implementation guidance for the Army Chaplains Corps uniform and maternity tunic reform, Washington, D.C., June 25, 2026. The update, following guidance from the Department of War, removes the rank insignia from the chest of the Army Combat Uniform and places the chaplain insignia on the collars of the Army Combat Uniform. The update will emphasize chaplain's role as religious leaders and pastoral care providers across the force. (U.S. Army photo by Sgt. Justin Rachal)

June 30, 2026 - The Department of the Army released implementation guidance for the Army Chaplains Corps uniform and maternity tunic emphasizing their role as religious leaders and pastoral care providers across the force...

The cost of waiting: Recognizing PTSD symptoms, seeking support

Every June the Air Force Medical Service joins the services in bringing awareness to PTSD prevention and support. (U.S. Air Force illustration by Jazmine Gutter-Robbins)

June 30, 2026 - For many service members, the hardest part of post-traumatic stress disorder can be acknowledging they need to seek support, and that accepting help is a form of proactive resilience. Every June, the Air Force Medical Service...

59th Medical Wing activates mental health squadron, advances warfighter readiness

U.S. Air Force Col. Shawn Garcia, commander of the Lackland Medical Group, unfurls the newly activated Lackland Mental Health Squadron guidon during an activation ceremony at Wilford Hall Ambulatory Surgical Center, Joint Base San Antonio-Lackland, Texas, June 25, 2026. The activation restores the organization to squadron status, strengthening its command structure and advancing the 59th Medical Wing's ability to support warfighter readiness and behavioral health care for Airmen. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Matthew-John Braman)

June 30, 2026 - The 59th Medical Wing officially activated the Lackland Mental Health Squadron during a ceremony June 25, marking a significant milestone in the organization's continued commitment to strengthening the readiness and...

🚧 Temporary Gate Closure 🚧 JBSA‑Randolph Lindsey Gate will be closed for road construction on: • Sun, 28 June — 8 PM–5 AM • Thu, 2 July — 8 PM–5 AM During both closures, West Gate will be open for all inbound/outbound traffic. Please plan ahead. ✨ https://t.co/hJJ2xBvXXu

💙 June is PTSD Awareness Month. Not all wounds are visible, so always choose to be kind. If you're struggling, please don't suffer in silence. Reaching out is brave. 📞 Need help? Call/text 988 (Veterans: press 1). #PTSDAwareness #NotAllWoundsAreVisible #BeKind https://t.co/Ao2lapdabT

🔔 Team JBSA, please note that we will have gate hour changes coming soon for the following days: July 2 - Army Minimal Manning July 3- Observed Holiday July 6 – 502d Air Base Wing Readiness Day (follows holiday gate hours) More info can be found at https://t.co/wSFNv609ay. https://t.co/51XcrT0j33

Developing our future K-9 heroes! Trainers Aaron Stice & Jean Villanueva (341st TRS MWD Breeding Program) work with a dog to build a foundation of trust & discipline—mirroring our commitment to forging fighters of character. What a good dog! #MWD #TeamJBSA https://t.co/RLDn51Aeva

Just a reminder about upcoming gate hours, Team JBSA. Check https://t.co/wSFNv609ay for more info. https://t.co/6mKEa1ZGTX

⛈️ As we deal with heavy rain in our area, this is a reminder to obey traffic barricades and road closures on and off base. Be safe, Team JBSA! https://t.co/FaLcIm6hSF

Happy 251st Birthday to the United States Army! Since June 14, 1775, our Soldiers have answered the call to defend our nation with unwavering courage and honor. Proud of our past, ready for the future. "This We'll Defend." 🦅 #ArmyBday #USArmy #Army251 #ArmyStrong https://t.co/WfvRgwFYWO

⚠️ GATE CLOSURE REMINDER: Lindsey Gate at JBSA-Randolph will be temporarily closed on Saturday, June 13 from 6 a.m. to 12 p.m. for barrier maintenance. Security Forces will open the West Gate and the VCC during these hours for base access. 🚗 https://t.co/xjBF4ErDGX

⚠️ GATE CLOSURE ALERT: Lindsey Gate at JBSA-Randolph will be temporarily closed on Saturday, June 13 from 6 a.m. to 12 p.m. for barrier maintenance. Security Forces will open the West Gate and the VCC during these hours. 🚗 #JBSARandolph #JBSA #TrafficAlert https://t.co/9o6fHsyy9N

JBSA parents: Need a sports physical? ⛹️‍♂️ Check the flyer to find the event closest to you. https://t.co/edUSTUMUi1

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If you have an emergency, please dial 911.
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