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Before natural disasters strike, know your TRICARE benefits
August 3, 2023 — When the government issues a state of emergency, TRICARE may temporarily change its procedures to ensure that you receive timely medical care. Here’s what you need to know... MORE

CYBER HYGIENE | Sixteenth Air Force cyber warriors teach cyber security awareness
August 2, 2023 — Five Sixteenth Air Force Cyber Airmen spoke to middle and high-school students from local schools about the basics of cybersecurity during the CyberPatriot Summer Camp, July 17-28, at Tech Port Arena in San Antonio, Texas... MORE

Executive order changes how military handles sexual assaults
August 2, 2023 — The president signed an executive order that changes how some crimes — including sexual assault, domestic violence, child abuse and murder — are handled within the military justice system... MORE

A wooden gavel and a large red book titled "Manual for Courts-Martial United States" are in front of a U.S. flag.

AFCEC plays vital role in Air Force climate plan initiatives
August 1, 2023 — The Air Force Civil Engineer Center has a significant role in climate change initiatives intended to enhance resiliency at Air Force installations by addressing the risks severe weather poses to infrastructure, operational capabilities and readiness as outlined in the Department of the Air Force Climate Campaign Plan... MORE

ARSOUTH Soldiers help conduct multinational public affairs training workshop with Guyana Defense Force
August 1, 2023 — U.S. Army South and Missouri Army National Guard soldiers held a public affairs training workshop with the Guyana Defense Force July 12-14, 2023, in Georgetown, Guyana. This workshop was conducted in preparation for the TRADEWINDS23 exercise that took place from July 15-27, 2023, throughout Guyana... MORE

Multinational Public Affairs Team Supports TRADEWINDS23 Exercise

AETC showcases people, missions at one of world’s largest air shows
August 1, 2023 — Air Education and Training Command’s missions and people were on full display as AETC was the featured major command for the 70th edition of the Experimental Aircraft Association’s (EAA) AirVenture in Oshkosh, Wisconsin, July 24-30... MORE

Lt. Gen. Brian Robinson, commander of Air Education and Training Command, and Chief Master Sgt. Chad Bickley, met with Civil Air Patrol cadets for at Experimental Aircraft Association Oshkosh AirVenture in Oshkosh, Wisconsin, July 29.

AFIMSC air transportation tools deliver faster support across DOD
August 1, 2023 — Two data-based inventory tools fielded by the Air Force Installation and Mission Support Center are helping the Department of the Air Force deliver faster and more efficient logistics support across the Department of Defense... MORE

New youth football camps deliver life, team skills to military youth
August 1, 2023 — New youth football camps are delivering life and teambuilding skills at installations to rave reviews. The camps, centrally funded by the Air Force Services Center’s child and youth programs, are at four installations for 2023, including Joint Base San Antonio-Lackland, and are expected to grow significantly to 20-25 Department of the Air Force locations for summer 2024, including some overseas. ... MORE

student and coach mid air trying to catch a football

Hiring Our Heroes Career Summit set for Aug. 1-2 at Boeing Center at Tech Port
July 31, 2023 — Are you ready to take the next step in your career? Don't miss this opportunity to connect with top employers and explore exciting job prospects at the upcoming “Hiring Our Heroes” Career Fair at the Boeing Center at Tech Port Aug. 1-2. The Joint Base San Antonio Career Summit is a free event bringing together area employers with job-seekers connected to our nation’s defense community: transitioning active duty, veterans and their families. ... MORE

CYBER HYGIENE | U.S. Army brings cybersecurity professionals together for summit in Germany
July 31, 2023 — More than 200 cybersecurity professionals, foreign military leaders, and industry partners from across the globe converged for the 2023 U.S. Army Europe and Africa cybersecurity summit held in Wiesbaden, Germany, from July 25-27, 2023... MORE

Ask Away, JBSA!
July 31, 2023 — ASK AWAY, JBSA! is a forum that aims to connect the 502nd Air Base Wing with members of the Joint Base San Antonio community. In this episode, we speak with an expert about our Heating, Ventilation, and Air Conditioning, or HVAC, systems, and what we can do to combat our South Texas heat! ... MORE

Patient appointment booking office achieves post-pandemic milestone
July 31, 2023 — No matter the company or service, calling customer service is often a stress inducer -- especially for those who have encountered extensive hold times, multiple transfers and endless elevator music. While lengthy wait times are all too common, San Antonio’s military health system is quickly becoming the exception to the rule when it comes to appointment booking... MORE

DAF updates Foreign Language Proficiency Bonus policy
July 31, 2023 — The Department of the Air Force has updated its Foreign Language Proficiency Bonus policy to prioritize those critical career fields, programs and positions that require foreign language proficiency to perform their missions... MORE

San Antonio Market speeds up hiring process for medical professionals
July 31, 2023 — The San Antonio Market has streamlined the onboarding process for new civilian employees, resulting in a 305% hiring increase. The market, which includes Brooke Army Medical Center and Wilford Hall Ambulatory Surgical Center, has hired more than 660 people since introducing onboarding fairs in December 2022... MORE

Military health system speeds up hiring process for medical professionals

First Command welcomes new command chief
July 31, 2023 — Members of Air Education and Training Command welcomed Chief Master Sgt. Chad Bickley as the new command chief for AETC July 28. ... MORE

Chief Master Sgt. Chad Bickley official photo

Mission Monday: Continuity of Operations & Crisis Action Team
July 31, 2023 — It’s Mission Monday. Meet Bernard Lawson Jr., Continuity of Operations and Crisis Action Team program manager for the Air Force Installation and Mission Support Center enterprise. ... MORE

Photo of Bernard Lawson with AFIMSC shield in the image

Every day is International Day of Friendship at Sixteenth Air Force
July 31, 2023 — International Day of Friendship is about building bridges between communities to inspire peace, a day celebrated on July 30, 2023. Sixteenth Air Force continues to build bridges amongst our Allies and partners and even provides them the opportunity to integrate directly into the organization’s directorates through the U.S. Air Force Military Personnel Exchange Program... MORE

A photo of two military members walking.

Department of the Air Force takes action on barriers to mental health, wellness, resilience
July 31, 2023 — The Fortify the Force Initiative Team, championed by the Chief Master Sergeant of the Air Force and Chief Master Sergeant of the Space Force, had volunteers from myriad functional communities working to promote holistic wellness and address resiliency barriers since early 2022... MORE

U.S. Army North commander visits 2023 National Jamboree
July 27, 2023 — Lt. Gen. John R. Evans Jr., Commander, U.S. Army North, served as a keynote speaker to more than 200 Scouts at the 2023 National Jamboree, held in Glen Jean, West Virginia, on July 24, 2023... MORE

Understanding Medicare Part D and TRICARE Pharmacy Coverage
July 27, 2023 — You may already have TRICARE For Life, or TFL. Or perhaps you’re eligible to transition to this coverage soon. Either way, you may have questions about your TRICARE prescription drug coverage... MORE

Pharmacy technician fills a prescription bottle