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Basic military trainees learn weapons operations
August 26, 2022 — Trainees from the 321st Training Squadron learned how to operate the M4 carbine rifle during the second week of Air Force Basic Military Training at Joint Base San Antonio-Lackland Aug. 23... MORE

Air Force basic trainees go through morning routines
August 25, 2022 — U.S. Air Force basic trainees from the 322nd Training Squadron performed their third-week fitness assessment during basic military training at Joint Base San Antonio-Lackland Aug. 22, 2022... MORE

Air Force basic trainees get in their morning routines

U.S. Army North hosts Building 44 rededication
August 25, 2022 — U.S. Army North hosted a ribbon-cutting ceremony at Building 44 at Joint Base San Antonio-Fort Sam Houston Aug. 18, 2022. ... MORE

U.S. Army Lt. Gen. John R. Evans, U.S. Army North commanding general, shows Wayne Peacock, president and chief executive of USAA, and the USAA team around the original USAA building to celebrate history with USAA and the U.S. Army during a ribbon cutting ceremony at Building 44 on Joint-Base San Antonio-Fort Sam Houston,Texas, Aug.18, 2022.The ceremony honored USAA’s historical roots among the local San Antonio, Texas community and celebrated the long-standing partnership with U.S. Army North in connection to the building. (U.S. Army photo by Pfc. Gianna Elle Sulger)

Department of Defense streamlining health tech for beneficiaries
August 25, 2022 — Advances in technology have vastly improved the accessibility of beneficiaries’ electronic health records. The Defense Health Agency is tapping into this technology to improve the patient experience by bringing together key professionals and streamlining services... MORE

Army offers $40K to recruits who ship quick
August 25, 2022 — The Army has increased the “quick ship” bonus from $35,000 to $40,000 in all career fields for new recruits... MORE

Air Force releases staff sergeant/22E5 promotion cycle statistics
August 25, 2022 — Air Force officials have selected 9,706 senior airmen for promotion to staff sergeant, out of 45,991 eligible, for a selection rate of 21.1 percent in the 22E5 promotion cycle, which includes supplemental promotion opportunities. ... MORE

Graphic showing staff sergeant rank insignia.

MEDCoE commanding general supports 2022 DOD Warrior Games athletes
August 24, 2022 — Maj. Gen. Michael J. Talley, U.S. Army Medical Center of Excellence commanding general, traveled to the Department of Defense Warrior Games in Orlando, Florida, Aug. 20-21 to show his support to the games and competitors... MORE

T-38 Talon Repair Inspection and Maintenance program launches at JBSA-Randolph
August 24, 2022 — The T-38 Talon will undergo Talon Repair Inspection and Maintenance, or TRIM, modification to perform localized depot-level maintenance to replace or repair key parts to keep these valuable training platforms mission ready. The TRIM modification will address aging airframe-related issues to preclude grounding of these aircraft prior to its eventual retirement. ... MORE

MEDCoE hosts Army Combat Fitness Test discussion panel
August 24, 2022 — Command Sgt. Maj. Clark Charpentier, U.S. Army Medical Center of Excellence Command Sergeant Major, hosted a panel to discuss the Army Combat Fitness Test, or ACFT, in Blesse Auditorium at Joint Base San Antonio-Fort Sam Houston Aug. 11... MORE

Junior Reserve Officer Training Corps students visit MEDCoE
August 23, 2022 — Junior Reserve Officer Training Corps students from Davenport High School in San Antonio had the opportunity to visit the U.S. Army Medical Center of Excellence at Joint Base San Antonio-Fort Sam Houston Aug. 4, 2022... MORE

NORAD deputy commander visits ARNORTH
August 23, 2022 — Royal Canadian Air Force Lieutenant-General Alain Pelletier, deputy commander, North American Aerospace Defense Command, toured U.S. Army North headquarters at Joint Base San Antonio-Fort Sam Houston, Texas, during a visit Aug. 17, 2022... MORE

U.S. Army North strengthens roots at local college
August 23, 2022 — Through the bustling campus of students moving from classes and activities, stands a sturdy oak tree. Providing shade from the blistering Texas sun, this tree peeks into the past with its marked bark. St. Philip’s College dedicated the historical tree officially in tribute to the late retired U.S. Army Col. Roy W. Burley Sr. and his commitment to the San Antonio Community throughout his life. The ceremony invoked the spirit of the Burley family on their homestead, which is now an integral part of the college. ... MORE

U.S. Army Lt. Gen. John Evans, commanding general of U.S. Army North, speaks during St. Philip’s College Col. Burley Oak Tree Dedication Ceremony, held on the St. Philip’s College’s campus, August 18, 2022. The 100-plus-year-old oak tree is part of the Burley homestead of the late retired U.S. Army Col. Roy W. Burley, Sr., for many generations. The tree now resides on the college campus with a plaque to share with future generations the legacy of “The Colonel”. (U.S. Army Photo by Bethany L. Huff)

Autonomous multi-functional airfield tractors idea wins 2022 AFIMSC Innovation Rodeo
August 23, 2022 — An idea for autonomous airfield operations won the 2022 Air Force Installation and Mission Support Center Innovation Rodeo in San Antonio Aug. 19... MORE

New seals a ‘singular representation’ of Army, Air Guard
August 22, 2022 — Seals are the oldest form of heraldic insignia and have evolved over time to represent monarchies, families, and organizations. As a military design, seals represent the common identity of members of military organizations. As the nation’s oldest armed force, the National Guard, is no exception. In April 2022, the National Guard Bureau and the Army National Guard updated the appearance of their seals, and the Air National Guard established its first... MORE

BAMC Soldier Recovery Unit members make for unexpected friendly rivals
August 22, 2022 — The Brooke Army Medical Center Soldier Recovery Unit is more than where support for wounded, ill, and injured Soldiers receiving rehabilitative care takes place. In some rare instances, staff members find themselves in competition with a patient. On Aug. 11, two members of the organization entered Joint Base San Antonio-Fort Sam Houston’s Jimmy Brought Fitness Center in a peculiar trainer-training the competition predicament... MORE

Stewart takes command of Nineteenth Air Force, continuing focus of accelerating change
August 22, 2022 — Maj. Gen. Phillip A. Stewart took command of the Nineteenth Air Force from Maj. Gen. Craig Wills during a change of command ceremony at Hanger 41 at Joint Base San Antonio-Randolph Aug 19... MORE

U.S. Army civilian ordnance disposal experts safeguard nation from explosive threats
August 20, 2022 — U.S. Army civilian ordnance disposal experts take on unexploded ordnance in support of military operations and civil authorities. The Chemical, Biological, Radiological, Nuclear, Explosives, or CBRNE, Analytical and Remediation Activity, also known as CARA, routinely has open job announcements for EOD technicians. The announcements can be found on USAJobs.gov by searching APG. Grades can vary between GS-11 to GS-13 depending on the individual’s experience and level of training... MORE

JBSA First Sergeant Diamond Sharp Awards
August 18, 2022 — The Diamond Sharp Award is sponsored by the Joint Base San Antonio First Sergeants Council and recognizes outstanding Airmen who continually exceed the standard to meet the Air Force mission... MORE

MEDCoE Soldiers participate in area back-to-school events
August 18, 2022 — As children returned to school after their summer break, Soldiers of the U.S. Army Medical Center of Excellence from Joint Base San Antonio-Fort Sam Houston participated in events to welcome them back to class Aug. 15... MORE

DeCA asks 'How are we doing?'
August 18, 2022 — Military customers worldwide will have the opportunity to evaluate their stores through the annual Commissary Customer Service Survey, or CCSS, starting Aug. 22... MORE

Military customers worldwide will be able to evaluate their stores through the annual Commissary Customer Service Survey, or CCSS, starting Aug. 22.