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Air Force, Space Force ready for all warfighting challenges
March 9, 2026 — The Air Force's lethality depends on the professionalism of airmen and the capability of their equipment, said Air Force Gen. John D. Lamontagne, Air Force vice chief of staff, who testified March 4 at a Senate Armed Services Committee hearing on joint force readiness in Washington. ... MORE

Harnessing AI for the future: Army unveils Project ARIA
March 9, 2026 — The U.S. Army announced on March 5 the launch of Project ARIA, or Army Rapid Implementation of Artificial Intelligence, an Army initiative that harnesses AI to modernize Army operations and empower Soldiers... MORE

Joint Critical Care Exercise prepares Soldiers, Airmen to deploy
March 9, 2026 — Soldiers and Airmen participated in a Joint Critical Care Field Training Exercise at Joint Base San Antonio-Camp Bullis Feb. 25-26 to enhance the clinical and tactical skills of critical care staff at Brooke Army Medical Center... MORE

Joint Critical Care Field Training Exercise

Decontamination training builds readiness at JBSA-Randolph
March 9, 2026 — U.S. Air Force Lackland Medical Squadron-Randolph recently took part in a decontamination training event at Joint Base San Antonio-Randolph... MORE

Navy Medicine Training Support Command honors fallen Corpsman
March 9, 2026 — The Navy Medicine Training Support Command honored Medal of Honor recipient, Hospital Corpsman 3rd Class John T. Fralish during a memorial ceremony held at Joint base San Antonio-Fort Sam Houston on Feb. 6, 2026. The ceremony, attended by the command’s leadership, Chief Petty Officer Mess, students and veterans, served as a solemn reminder of the dedication required by those who serve... MORE

U.S. Navy Capt. Richard Lawrence, center, commanding officer of the Navy Medicine Training Support Command, along with Hospital Corpsman Second Class Elisa Tate and Hospital Corpsman Second Class Christian Garcia, present the wreath during a memorial ceremony held for Hospital Corpsman Third Class John T. Fralish at Joint Base San Antonio-Fort Sam Houston, Texas, Feb. 6, 2026. This year marks the 20th anniversary of Fralish’s passing during the War on Terror. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist Seaman Apprentice Christine Walters)

AFIMSC seeks submissions for Financial Management Innovation Rodeo
March 9, 2026 — The Air Force Installation and Mission Support Center is seeking entries from across the Department of the Air Force for a financial management “Shark Tank”-like competition. ... MORE

SOUTHCOM commander stresses importance of partnership to combat cartels
March 9, 2026 — Marine Gen. Francis L. Donovan, commander of U.S. Southern Command (USSOUTHCOM), joined Secretary of War Pete Hegseth during the first-ever Americas Counter Cartel Conference at SOUTHCOM headquarters in Doral, Florida, March 5, to engage with top defense and security leaders from the Western Hemisphere... MORE

Nearly two dozen men and one woman dressed in business attire and formal military uniforms stand in two lines outside. Behind them are two rows of palm trees, and on either side are an American flag and a blue flag.

Prescribed burns transform JBSA-Camp Bullis
March 6, 2026 — Wildland firefighters from across the country gathered at Joint base San Antonio-Camp Bullis, Texas, to carry out a series of controlled fires over the course of approximately two weeks, beginning Feb. 9... MORE

Hegseth says there's no shortage of American will, resources in Operation Epic Fury
March 6, 2026 — Secretary of War Pete Hegseth said there is no shortage of American will, nor is there a shortage of materiel, when it comes to U.S. kinetic engagement against the Iranian terrorist regime during Operation Epic Fury... MORE

A fighter jet touches down on the flight deck of an aircraft carrier; the ship's tall, multileveled superstructure is in the background.

Remember to ‘spring forward’ March 8
March 6, 2026 — It’s that time of year when people need to remember to set their clocks an hour ahead on March 8 as Daylight Saving Time begins... MORE

Stormwater runoff: Know what's in the flow
March 6, 2026 — What does litter, such as cigarette butts, plastic water bottles, excess fertilizers and pesticides from lawn care, soaps and detergents from washing your car, motor oil and other vehicle fluids, sediment and leaves, and pet waste have in common?... MORE

Basura Bash postponed until March 21: Be a part of JBSA’s largest volunteer cleanup
March 5, 2026 — Due to expected rainstorms and the possibility of flash flooding, the 20226 Basura Bash cleanup at Salado Creek Park at Joint Base San Antonio-Fort Sam Houston has been postponed from March 7 until Saturday, March 21... MORE

Reserve Soldiers fight hunger, feed hope
March 5, 2026 — Soldiers from the 205th Theater Public Affairs Support Element, U.S. Army Reserve, spent three hours volunteering at the San Antonio Food Bank, packaging thousands of meals to support families facing food insecurity across Texas on Feb. 20, 2026... MORE

205th Theater Public Affairs Support Element and San Antonio Food Bank

U.S. Army launches 2026 Tenant Satisfaction Survey to enhance housing quality
March 5, 2026 — The U.S. Army launched its annual Tenant Satisfaction Survey on March 2, 2026, to gather feedback from over 200,000 tenants in privatized, government-owned, and government-leased housing. This confidential and voluntary survey is a critical tool for the Army to assess and improve the quality of life for Soldiers and their families... MORE

New Leash on Life: BAMC commissions furry friend to Soldier Recovery Unit
March 5, 2026 — In a ceremony filled with heartfelt speeches and enthusiastic tail wags, Brooke Army Medical Center welcomed its newest four-legged officer Feb. 27, 2026... MORE

How TRICARE can help you screen for cancer
March 5, 2026 — Did you know that it’s possible to detect some types of cancer before you show any signs or symptoms? Getting preventive screening tests makes this possible. TRICARE covers cancer screenings based on your age, sex, and certain risk factors. Learn about which tests may be recommended for you. ... MORE

Man wearing scrubs stands in front of MRI machine.

AFIMSC Warfighter Portrait: Erika Herron
March 5, 2026 — "Either we evolve, or we disappear." For Erika Herron, this isn't just a motto; it's the principle that guides her life and work. As the lead accountant for the Air Force Services Center’s cash reconciliation branch, she recently embodied this philosophy through a profound personal transformation... MORE

Air Force releases senior master sergeant promotion cycle statistics
March 5, 2026 — Air Force officials selected 1,474 Air Force master sergeants for promotion to senior master sergeant out of 13,315 eligibles for a selection rate of 11.07 percent in the 26E8 promotion cycle... MORE

Eagle Eyes: AFOSI urges vigilance as global threats persist
March 5, 2026 — As global tensions rise and threats to military personnel and installations evolve, the Air Force Office of Special Investigations (AFOSI) is calling on all Airmen, Guardians, civilian employees and family members to report suspicious activity. Through the Eagle Eyes program, AFOSI empowers communities to recognize early warning signs of potential threats and take action before violence occurs... MORE

The Air Force Office of Special Investigations uses a variety of equipment to assist with law enforcement. The AFOSI investigates serious offenses including espionage, terrorism, drug use and distribution and other illegal activities that undermine the mission of the Department of Defense.

Understanding the TRICARE Dental Program: Network vs. non-network dentists
March 3, 2026 — Do you get dental care through the TRICARE Dental Program? If so, you should know the difference between network and non-network dentists and how they affect your costs. Knowing how the TDP works can help you get care more easily while managing out-of-pocket costs... MORE

Dental patient wearing a pink bib opens her mouth as a dentist examines. The dentist's assistant stands behind the patient.