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U.S., Colombian military leaders kick off 22nd joint-service senior enlisted engagement
March 20, 2026 — U.S. and Colombian military leaders gathered at Naval Air Station Pensacola, Florida, March 16, 2026, to open the 22nd iteration of the Programa Integral para Suboficiales de Alta Jerarquía, or PISAJ. Led by U.S. Southern Command, U.S. Army Western Hemisphere Command and U.S. Army South, the program has been a recurring geo-strategic event since its inception in 2015... MORE

Special Warfare Training Wing holds first Zulu course graduation
March 20, 2026 — The Special Warfare Training Wing held its first Zulu course graduation ay Joint base San Antonio-Camp Bullis on March 12... MORE

First Special Warfare Training Wing Zulu graduation

AF Week in Photos
March 20, 2026 — This week's photos feature Airmen from around the globe involved in activities supporting expeditionary operations and defending America. This weekly feature showcases the men and women of the Air Force... MORE

DAF completes records review for COVID-related separations
March 20, 2026 — The DAF recently conducted a proactive review and upgrade of personnel records, identifying 377 who were involuntarily discharged solely for declining the COVID-19 vaccination, ensuring individuals who met the eligibility requirements receive the full amount of post-service benefits... MORE

Department leader says nuclear triad must be upgraded to meet dual threat
March 20, 2026 — With soon to be two near-peer nuclear-armed competitors to deter, the U.S. must upgrade its nuclear forces, which serve as a backdrop to conventional capabilities that must also be robust, War Department leaders told lawmakers... MORE

JBSA fire safety officials stress safe evacuation over fire extinguisher use
March 19, 2026 — A portable fire extinguisher can stop a small fire from becoming a disaster, but safety officials stress it should never replace a quick and safe evacuation... MORE

MICC leaders kick off 2026 Golden Sneaker Strong Teams Challenge
March 19, 2026 — Leaders with the Mission and Installation Contracting Command kicked off the 2026 Golden Sneaker Strong Teams Challenge March 18 at MICC headquarters, Joint Base San Antonio-Fort Sam Houston, Texas, encouraging Soldiers and Civilian employees to build healthier habits while strengthening readiness and teamwork across the command... MORE

Navy Medicine participates in OPMED 2026
March 19, 2026 — Senior leaders across the Department of War, federal government, academia, and industry attended the 2026 Annual Operational Medicine Symposium & Technology Showcase held at the Henry B. Gonzales Convention Center in San Antonio, Texas, from March 17-18... MORE

SAN ANTONIO – (March 17, 2026) – Dr. Darrin Frye (right), chief science director, Naval Medical Research Unit (NAMRU) San Antonio, served as a panelist on a continuing education panel titled, “Overcoming the Unique Medical Challenges across the Indo-Pacific Theater during the 2026 Annual Operational Medicine Symposium (OpMed) & Technology Showcase held at the Henry B. Gonzales Convention Center. Other panelists included Capt. Niels Olson, Medical Corps, chief medical officer, Human Systems Portfolio, Defense Innovation Unit; Capt. Delbert Clark, Medical Corps, command surgeon, 3rd Marine Division; Capt. Richard Gilliard Jr., Medical Service Corps, commanding officer, U.S. Naval Hospital Okinawa, Japan; and U.S. Army Maj. Gen. Darrin Cox, commanding general, 18th Theater Medical Command. Dr. Michael McGinnis, executive director of the U.S. Navy Bureau of Medicine and Surgery, and director of the Navy Medicine Civilian Corps served as the panel’s moderator. OpMed is one of the largest and most influential military medical events in North America for senior medical officials, clinicians, government leaders, and solution providers. The symposium explores how the Military Health System is preparing for large scale combat operations by championing innovations in combat casualty care to strengthen warfighter survivability and enhance the medical readiness of the joint force. NAMRU San Antonio, part of Navy Medicine Research & Development, works alongside research partners in the civilian sphere, academia, industry, and other government agencies to drive support of Department of War objectives for a lethal fighting force and ensure U.S. service members have access to the latest scientific advances. (U.S. Navy photo by Burrell Parmer, NAMRU San Antonio Public Affairs/Released)

War Department continues to encourage civilians to augment Homeland Security border mission
March 19, 2026 — Last year, the War Department announced a unique opportunity for department civilians to serve at the Department of Homeland Security and support DHS as it works to keep America safe. Six months in, Secretary of War Pete Hegseth wants department civilians and their supervisors to know this opportunity still exists; DHS still needs help. Supervisors across the department should ensure interested employees can participate whenever possible... MORE

Power with caution, practice electrical safety
March 19, 2026 — Stay safe when dealing with electrical issues... MORE

Flipping a light switch. Plugging in a coffeemaker. Charging a laptop computer. These are second nature for most of us. Electricity makes our lives easier. However, we need to be cautious and keep safety in mind.

Navy Talent Acquisition Group San Antonio holds change of command
March 19, 2026 — Navy Talent Acquisition Group San Antonio held a change of command ceremony at the Fort Sam Houston Community Center March 5. Cmdr. Joel D. Strong was relieved by Cmdr. Robert L. Brown Jr. as NTAG San Antonio’s commanding officer... MORE

NTAG San Antonio Holds Change of Command Ceremony

Warfighter Portrait: Master Sgt. Richard Woods
March 19, 2026 — For Master Sgt. Richard Woods, the ultimate measure of success is the impact he makes on people... MORE

War Department senior leaders prioritize Western Hemispheric security
March 19, 2026 — The War Department is prioritizing security in the Western Hemisphere, which is integral to U.S. homeland defense, said Joseph M. Humire, performing the duties of assistant secretary of war for homeland defense and Americas security affairs... MORE

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TRICARE cost terms: What you need to know about deductibles, catastrophic caps, and point-of-service fees
March 17, 2026 — Health care costs can feel confusing — but they don’t have to be. TRICARE uses specific terms to describe what you pay and how your benefit works. You may see these terms on your explanation of benefits after getting care. Understanding them helps you plan ahead and avoid unexpected costs... MORE

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The Department of War equips Airmen with cognitive tools
March 17, 2026 — The Department of War equipped Airmen with a new, practical mental health kit at Joint Base San Antonio-Fort Sam Houston, Texas, on March 6, 2026. ... MORE

NAMRU San Antonio conducts gap-driven research for operations in extreme cold
March 17, 2026 — To support the future warfighter, Naval Medical Research Unit San Antonio researchers took part in Arctic Edge 2026 held in Alaska from Feb. 23 to March 13... MORE

Andres Martinez Murillo, lead biomedical engineer for Naval Medical Research Unit (NAMRU) San Antonio, explains stability testing on the novel SynDaver thermal, bleeding manikin thigh to U.S. Air Force Lt. Col. Kaitlin Salle at the Kodiak Coast Guard Clinic in Kodiak, Alaska during Arctic Edge 2026, Feb. 26. The novel manikin thigh is meant to keep the circulating ‘blood’ heated to normal body temperature so that researchers can see decompensation of bleeding while exposed to extreme cold. NAMRU San Antonio, part of Navy Medicine Research & Development, conducts gap-driven combat casualty care, craniofacial, and directed energy research in support of Navy, Marine Corps and joint U.S. warfighter health readiness and lethality while engaged in routine and expeditionary operations. (U.S. Navy Photo by MC1 Abigayle Lutz/Released)

Commissaries to start selling single-use paper and plastic bags on April 6
March 17, 2026 — Starting April 6, commissaries will start charging a nominal price for each single-use paper or plastic bag. Cost associated with this change is 5 cents for plastic and 10 cents for paper single-use bags... MORE

Starting April 6, commissaries will start charging a nominal price for each single-use paper or plastic bag. Cost associated with this change is 5 cents for plastic and 10 cents for paper single-use bags. (DeCA graphic)

Ten from JBSA among Air Force Medical Service 2025 award winners
March 17, 2026 — The Air Force Surgeon General is proud to announce the recipients of the 2025 Air Force Medical Service Annual Awards. The awards include both individual and team awards. There are 10 recipients from Joint Base San Antonio... MORE

Easily manage your prescriptions with Express Scripts Pharmacy mobile app
March 16, 2026 — Life is busy, so it’s important you have the prescriptions you need when you need them. The TRICARE Pharmacy Program, administered by Express Scripts, makes staying on top of your prescription drugs easy. How? Through the free Express Scripts Pharmacy mobile app... MORE

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How Master Sgt. John Chapman’s legacy spans JBSA-Lackland
March 16, 2026 — The brick facade of building 9210 at Joint Base San Antonio-Lackland has carried a name for 19 years — Chapman Training Complex — but on March 4, 2026, the Airmen of the 326th Training Squadron chose to honor the man behind it in a way that felt less like ceremony and more like a culmination... MORE

How John Chapman’s Legacy Spans JBSA-Lackland