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Mission Driven, People Powered: Highlighting Petty Officer 1st Class JoAnna Bucheger
May 18, 2026 — Naval Medical Forces Development Command and Naval Medical Leader and Professional Development Command are mission driven and people powered. Petty Officer 1st Class JoAnna Bucheger, assistant manager for NMLPDC's enlisted commissioning programs, answered a few questions about her vital support to NMLPDC and the NMFDC region...

Owning the Cyber Battlespace: Sixteenth Air Force bolsters allied cyber defense in Poland
May 18, 2026 — As cyber warfare increasingly shapes the 21st-century battlefield, Sixteenth Air Force reaffirmed its commitment to allied security and proactive defense during the Impact’26 strategic forum and subsequent bilateral engagements May 13-14...

Excellence in military medicine: ‘Your work saves lives and personifies readiness’
May 18, 2026 — Military medical leaders, professionals, and civilians who advance warfighter health were recognized at the Henry M. Jackson Foundation’s Heroes of Military Medicine Awards, including one from the San Antonio Uniformed Services Health Education Consortium...

101 Critical Days of Summer safety hazards
May 18, 2026 — Your safety is critical this summer and it is essential to be aware of potential dangers and take appropriate precautions to stay safe during the summer season. Remember to prioritize safety, plan for the unexpected, and always be mindful of your surroundings. Stay safe!...

DAF updates religious accommodation process, eliminates Religious Resolution Teams
May 18, 2026 — The DAF has updated DAFI 52-201, modifying the religious accommodation process for Airmen and Guardians...

Pentagon marks Armed Forces Day with special flag
May 18, 2026 — The War Department celebrated Armed Forces Day May 16 with a newly unveiled America 250 version of the Betsy Ross flag, unfurled over the outside of the Pentagon...

DAF selects partner for commercialized on-base lodging
May 15, 2026 — A commercial partner has been identified that will allow the DAF to transition its on-base lodging capability across the U.S. and its territories...

Press Release: 25-acre fire reported at JBSA-Camp Bullis
May 14, 2026 — Emergency response teams are managing a 25-acre fire at Joint Base San Antonio-Camp Bullis...

US Air Force reassigns combat training units to enhance readiness
May 14, 2026 — The Department of Air Force has initiated the reassignment of combat air forces formal training units from Air Education and Training Command to Air Combat Command. This includes the 149th Fighter Wing at Joint Base San Antonio-Lackland, Texas...

U.S. military nursing: From bedside support to combat-ready care
May 14, 2026 — Military nursing in the United States grew from wartime necessity into a permanent arm of military medicine, shifting from improvised bedside support to a profession vital to keep service members healthy and lethal...

433rd AW, 960th CW induct new enlisted leaders
May 14, 2026 — The 433rd Airlift Wing and the 960th Cyberspace Wing formally recognized their newest enlisted leaders during a combined Non-Commissioned Officer and Senior NCO Induction Ceremony at the Inter-American Air Forces Academy Auditorium at Joint base San Antonio-Lackland on April 11, 2026...

Space Force releases officer career development path
May 14, 2026 — The framework ensures officers develop a multidisciplinary foundation across space operations, intelligence, cyber and force modernization before advancing into more specialized tracks...

TRICARE Dental Program: Getting coverage for your family members
May 14, 2026 — A winning smile needs maintenance — including dental care. If you’re enrolled in the TRICARE Dental Program, you can get cost-effective, accessible dental services in the U.S. or abroad...

433rd Aerospace Medicine Squadron welcomes new leader
May 13, 2026 — Col. Stephen Taylor assumed command of the 433rd Aerospace Medicine Squadron during a ceremony at Joint base San Antonio-Lackland, Texas, on April 12, 2026. ...

433rd Civil Engineer Squadron holds assumption of command ceremony
May 13, 2026 — Maj. Allen Sparkman took command of the 433rd Civil Engineer Squadron during a ceremony at the 433rd CES Highbay at Joint Base San Antonio-Lackland on April 11, 2026. ...

JBSA fire safety officials advise early action to protect home from wildfire risk
May 13, 2026 — Wildfires may not be the first threat that comes to mind in South-Central Texas, but local officials say the region’s long, hot summers create conditions that can turn everyday landscaping into a serious fire hazard...

Army Reserve works with Air Force to build standardized medical supply system for real-world care
May 13, 2026 — Army Reserve and Air Force personnel partnered at the Theater Lead Agent for Medical Materiel warehouse at Joint Base San Antonio-Lackland from April 6-10, 2026, to build and standardize medical supply systems in preparation for upcoming large-scale training exercises and real-world patient care operations...

74th Aerial Port Squadron at Joint Base San Antonio-Lackland welcomes new commander
May 12, 2026 — Maj. Daniel M. McFadden officially assumed command of the 74th Aerial Port Squadron during a ceremony held at the squadron building at Joint Base San Antonio-Lackland, Texas, on May 2, 2026...

Got TRICARE pharmacy questions? Learn how to get answers
May 12, 2026 — Do you have a question about the TRICARE Pharmacy Program? For example, are you wondering how to find a network pharmacy? Or do you want to know if you have coverage for a prescription? This article explains whom to contact to get answers to your pharmacy questions...

DAF expands motorcycle safety with Rider Mentor Program
May 12, 2026 — The Rider Mentor Program is a comprehensive initiative designed to be integrated directly into official safety curriculums, and the program brings together newer or less experienced riders with seasoned motorcyclists to help them refine their thought processes about motorcycling and enhance their riding skills in real-world environments...