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MTIs highlighted in video series on force generators
June 29, 2021 — Three military training instructors from the 737th Training Group are featured in a series of videos highlighting the invaluable contributions of force generators. MTIs, along with military training leaders, instructor pilots, Squadron Officer School instructors, technical training instructors and recruiters, are all force generators – members in special duty assignments who help lay the foundation for tomorrow’s Airmen and Guardians... MORE

Staff Sgt. Alexandria Washington stands with her arms crossed while trainees are at their lockers in the background.

Air Force awards JBSA aquatics training facility contract
June 28, 2021 — The Air Force Installation and Mission Support Center awarded a $66.6 million project June 25 to construct a mission-critical aquatics training facility at Joint Base San Antonio-Lackland in support of the Battlefield Airmen Training demands. ... MORE

artist's rendering of new $66.6 million aquatics training facility.

U.S. Army Golden Knights make first ever jump into JBSA-Fort Sam Houston Quadrangle
June 28, 2021 — As part of this year's Fort Sam Houston Fiesta Reception hosted by U.S. Army North, a member of the U.S. Army Parachute Team, the Golden Knights Demonstration Team, descends into the historic Quadrangle at Joint Base San Antonio-Fort Sam Houston June 20. The Golden Knights were the first to ever jump into the Quadrangle... MORE

The Golden Knights were the first to ever jump into the Quadrangle.

Settlement of estate
June 28, 2021 — The Commander regrets to announce the death of Maj. James W. Jordan Jr., assigned to the Defense Health Agency, Air Force Element, Joint Base San Antonio-Lackland, who passed away May 5, 2021... MORE

Settlement of estate
June 28, 2021 — The Commander regrets to announce the death of Tech. Sgt. Terry J. Laker, assigned to the 319th Training Squadron, Joint Base San Antonio-Lackland, who passed away May 23, 2021... MORE

Settlement of estate
June 28, 2021 — The Commander regrets to announce the death of Tech. Sgt. Gabriel A. Martino, assigned to the 59th Medical Support Squadron, 59th Medical Group, 59th Medical Wing, Joint Base San Antonio-Lackland, who passed away June 3, 2021. ... MORE

DOD wants partners to up their cybersecurity game
June 28, 2021 — The Department of Defense wants to help its partner contractors, large and small, become better at their own cybersecurity efforts, the deputy assistant of defense for cyber policy said... MORE

A young man dressed in a military uniform reaches into a cabinet with electrical equipment.

Two NAMRU-SA members recognized by American Society of Military Comptrollers
June 28, 2021 — The American Society of Military Comptrollers, or ASMC, has selected two Naval Medical Research Unit San Antonio members for awards recognizing their work within the command... MORE

Working dog team travels overseas to purchase four-legged trainees
June 25, 2021 — Travel is a regularity for the 341st Training Squadron and Department of Defense Veterinary Service working dog procurement team. These trips are vital to procure working dogs for the DOD and Transportation Security Administration... MORE

Man holds dog back on chain while another man approaches dog.

Special Warfare Human Performance Squadron reaches milestone
June 25, 2021 — The Special Warfare Human Performance Squadron, or SWHPS, recently marked its second anniversary. It is the first squadron of its kind in the Department of Defense, and its sole purpose is to provide Special Warfare Airmen and cadre embedded/holistic human performance support. ... MORE

312th Military Intelligence Battalion holds FTX
June 25, 2021 — The 312th Military Intelligence Battalion held a field training exercise at the U.S. Army Intelligence and Security Command Intelligence Training Center on Joint Base San Antonio-Camp Bullis May 3-14, 2021. ... MORE

Nuclear Posture Review, National Defense Strategy will be thoroughly integrated
June 25, 2021 — A new National Defense Strategy is in the works and is expected to be completed early next year. When delivered, it will provide a new set of goals and priorities for America's defense... MORE

Preventing suicide includes support of JBSA family, agencies
June 25, 2021 — Whether it’s going through basic training, processing or deploying, service members, military spouses and family members are constantly having to adapt to change. Sometimes the stressors of military life, or other life-changing events, can cause loneliness, isolation or depression and lead to thoughts of suicide. ... MORE

Command Master Chief Wendell Snider (middle) holds a signs in support of the We Care Day event April. 16, 2021, at Joint Base San Antonio-Randolph, Texas. The event was in support of Month of the Military Child and Child Abuse awareness month.

Feedback Fridays
June 25, 2021 — If you have a question or concern, please send an email to jbsapublicaffairs@gmail.com using the subject line “Feedback Fridays.” Questions will be further researched and published as information becomes available... MORE

JBSA SAPR advocacy team seeks volunteer victim advocates
June 24, 2021 — The Joint Base San Antonio Sexual Assault Prevention and Response Advocacy Center is looking for compassionate active duty military personnel and Department of Defense civilian employees to serve as volunteer victim advocates... MORE

IMCOM commanding general kicks off Fiesta San Antonio opening ceremony
June 24, 2021 — Lt. Gen. Douglas Gabram, commanding general of U.S. Army Installation Management Command. served as the senior commander for the Fiesta event June 17, representing the partnership between the Department of Defense and San Antonio, known as Military City, USA®... MORE

Lt. Gen. Douglas Gabram (right), Installation Management Command commanding general, shakes hands with San Antonio Mayor Ron Nirenberg during the Fiesta event June 17.

ARNORTH ends COVID-19 vaccination mission, leaders look back on effort
June 24, 2021 — With more than 5 million vaccinations administered, the Army has concluded its COVID-19 support mission, which found Soldiers helping others and building trust within some of the nation’s hardest-hit communities, Army leaders recently said... MORE

Female military member administering vaccine to patient.

Colombian Army conducts staff talks with Army South, trains at Joint Readiness Training Center
June 24, 2021 — The U.S. Army can trace its history training with the Colombian Army, or COLAR, to more than 60 years ago, when U.S. Army Ranger officers developed the Lancero training program for the COLAR in the mid-1950s... MORE

MICC focuses on safety, health measures for return to office
June 24, 2021 — Mission and Installation Contracting Command leaders at all levels can make a difference by becoming involved and fostering a positive safety and occupational health culture, enabling MICC Soldiers and civilians to effectively manage their personal risk as the MICC workforce begins returning to the office after working for more than a year under COVID-19 protocols... MORE

Photo of heating and air conditioning inspection.

Milley: Budget request is down payment on investments of future
June 23, 2021 — A combination of the nation's military capabilities, economic strength and diplomacy will deter U.S. adversaries and preserve great power peace, the Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff, Army Gen. Mark A. Milley said... MORE