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Wing on track to make Combined Federal Campaign goal
October 13, 2008 — The Randolph portion of the 2008 San Antonio Area Combined Federal Campaign ends today and officials project meeting the wing's contribution goal. As of Monday, the wing is at 98.6 percent of its... MORE

Airmen get creative with method to measure fitness, muscle mass
October 10, 2008 — A group of four Randolph Air Force Base Airmen has become more involved with each other's lives after developing a unique and competitive way to stay in shape. Senior Airman Winsome Culley, a... MORE

ICE feedback gives customers voice
October 9, 2008 — People who distribute goods and provide services or support to customers are interested in gauging their customers' reactions. Through the Interactive Customer Evaluation, a computerized feedback... MORE

Blue Angels to headline AirFest
October 9, 2008 — The Navy Blue Angels will be headlining at Lackland's AirFest Nov. 1 and 2 being held on the Kelly Field Annex at Port San Antonio. A Blue Angels flight demonstration features choreographed skills... MORE

319th TRS remembers fallen Airman
October 9, 2008 — Airman 1st Class Elizabeth Jacobson was the first female Airman killed in Iraq during Operation Iraqi Freedom and the first Security Forces member killed in combat since 1975. She was honored at... MORE

9/29/2008 - A memorial to Airman 1st Class Elizabeth Jacobson in Bldg. 9310 serves as a reminder of her sacrifice. Airman Jacobson was the first female Airman killed in Iraq during Operation Iraqi Freedom. The building was dedicated to her in 2006. (USAF photo by Alan Boedeker)

Deployment Processing Center prepares Airmen for GWOT
October 9, 2008 — Though many at Lackland work diligently to protect the country from terrorism, those who deploy put their lives on the line every day supporting the Global War on Terrorism. "For fiscal year 2008, we... MORE

Basic Combat Convoy Course graduates walk to board an aircraft at Kelly Field Annex. Approximately 150 BC3 graduates deployed Monday in support of the Global War on Terrorism. BC3 trains Air Force transportation Airmen in the basic combat skills required to integrate with Joint Forces in hostile convoy operations. The 37th Training Wing runs the mentally and physically challenging course at Camp Bullis. The Airmen receive approximately 300 hours of rigorous training in 30 days to prepare them for security escort and line haul missions with coalition convoys supporting the GWOT. (USAF photo by Alan Boedeker)

Team Lackland takes a night off against crime
October 9, 2008 — Lackland took the night off to fight crime through prevention during the 25th annual National Night Out Against Crime Oct. 7 at Lions Park in cooperation with the city of San Antonio and coordination... MORE

10/7/2008 - Bak latches onto Senior Airman Chad O'Neil, 37th Security Forces Squadron, during a military working dog demonstration. The demonstration was part of Lackland's National Night Out Against Crime Oct. 7 at Lions Park. The National Night Out campaign involves citizens, law enforcement agencies, civic groups, businesses, neighborhood organizations and local officials from communities and military bases worldwide. (USAF photo by Alan Boedeker)

Friends of the library
October 8, 2008 — MORE

37th Services Division Chief Jerry Stanfill, right, and staff at the Lackland Library accept a $1500 gift card from the Friends of the Lackland Library and Officer's Wives Club and Security Service Federal Credit Union Sept. 29. The donation will help purchase materials such as bestsellers, DVDs and graphic novels for library customers. (USAF photo)

Randolph football team uses idle week to prepare, rest
October 8, 2008 — Treat every date left on the schedule as if it's a playoff game and believe in the weekly gameplan, Randolph High football coach Pete Wesp has told his team. The Ro-Hawks (1-4 overall, 0-1 District... MORE

Randolph showcases talent
October 7, 2008 — MORE

Robbie Elefante won the Preteen 9-12 Solo Act division and was named ?Best in Show.? Awarding the top prize to Robbie were (from left) Angela Davis, Youth Programs staff; Delia Castillo-Ramos, Youth Programs project officer; Karen Rudolph, Family Member Programs flight chief. (U.S. Air Force photo by Rich McFadden)

Vaccinations coming as flu season approaches
October 6, 2008 — With colder weather and flu season approaching, Team Randolph physicians are informing Airmen, their family members and retirees that flu vaccinations will be available near the end of... MORE

Senior Airman Christela Turner, 12th Medical Operations Squadron, innoculates Col. Alan Lake, 12th Mission Support Group commander, with the "flu shot" in preparation for the upcoming influenza and cold season. (U.S. Air Force photo by Rich McFadden)

Volunteers needed for Rambler 120 success
October 6, 2008 — Volunteers and event coordinators had the biggest impact on Rambler 120 success in past years, said organizers. Volunteers are needed again for the popular annual fitness event, to be held Oct. 18 at... MORE

Rambler 120 features more teams than ever
October 6, 2008 — One week remains before the annual Rambler 120 Team Challenge and a record number of teams have signed up to participate. The event takes place Oct. 18 at Canyon Lake's Randolph Recreation Park, and... MORE

Up, up and away!
October 6, 2008 — MORE

David Bailey jumps to slam the ball over the net during a lunchtime game of volleyball Sept. 30. Anyone interested in playing can join in Tuesdays and Thursdays from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the fitness center. (U.S. Air Force photo by Rich McFadden)

Child care available in base housing, affiliated homes off base
October 6, 2008 — Quality child care is a priority for working parents. Family child care homes provide quality care and flexibility for parents working and living on Randolph Air Force Base. Military family members... MORE

SMS renews conservation effort, energy savings
October 3, 2008 — Randolph Air Force Base could aid the Air Force in savings of up to $15 million annually with mandatory computer system shutdowns that resumed this month. The Systems Management Server, or SMS, with... MORE

Randolph personnel have been asked to aid in the conservation process by manually turning off monitors and any office equipment and lights not in use. (U.S. Air Force photo by Rich McFadden)

Tough enough
October 3, 2008 — MORE

Trainees from basic military training navigate a water obstacle during Warrior Week. Changes were made to the basic military training curriculum in November 2005 that focused more on instilling war skills and strengthening the warrior ethos in Airmen graduating from training. BMT is scheduled to lengthen by two weeks next month, beginning with trainees arriving Nov. 4. (USAF photo by Robbin Cresswell)

In the line of duty
October 3, 2008 — MORE

9/26/2008 - Master Sgt. Anson Wiltse, 341st Training Squadron, takes a moment to remember Sergeant Greg Rodriguez Sept. 26 at the Hope Chapel. Sergeant Rodriguez, a former handlers course student and Specialized Seach Dog Course instructor, was killed in the line of duty while serving in Afghanistan. (USAF photo by Robbin Cresswell)

Team Lackland prepares for Operational Readiness Inspection
October 3, 2008 — Team Lackland is gearing up for the Operational Readiness Inspection, which will be held in June 2009. For the first time, the inspection is being conducted every three years, instead of every other... MORE

IAAFA Squadron Officer School in Spanish opens to captains
October 3, 2008 — Two Airmen made history here when they graduated from IAAFA's Squadron Officer School. Captains Pedro Gonzalez and David Arroyo were among 11 students who graduated from the Spanish-speaking course at... MORE