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For some, working from home brings more pain than comfort
July 2, 2020 — “There’s no place like home” may be an appropriate sentiment for people who favor working from the comfort of home during the novel coronavirus pandemic. However, it doesn’t ring true for those teleworkers who are feeling more pain than comfort because their home office leaves much to be desired. ... MORE

Army National Hiring Days: Army South command sergeant major encourages others to serve
July 2, 2020 — As the senior enlisted advisor of U.S. Army South at Joint Base San Antonio-Fort Sam Houston, Command Sgt. Maj. Trevor C. Walker serves in one of the Army’s most influential positions to support “Army National Hiring Days,” the Army’s first nationwide virtual hiring event to hire 10,000 Soldiers from June 30 to July 2... MORE

As the senior enlisted advisor of U.S. Army South at Joint Base San Antonio-Fort Sam Houston, Command Sgt. Maj. Trevor C. Walker serves in one of the Army's most influential positions to support "Army National Hiring Days," the Army's first nationwide virtual hiring event to hire 10,000 Soldiers from June 30 to July 2.

Future specialized undergraduate pilot training instructors undergo extensive training
July 2, 2020 — Specialized Undergraduate Pilot Training instructor pilots from every base across the U.S. learn from the most experienced instructors at Pilot Instructor Training, or PIT, at Joint Base San Antonio-Randolph, Texas... MORE

Col. Seth Graham, 14th Flying Training Wing commander, inspects at T-38 Talon before takeoff at Joint Base San Antonio-Randolph. Col. Graham attended Pilot Instructor Training with the 560th Flying Training Squadron at JBSA-Randolph. (U.S. Air Force photo by Benjamin Faske)

AFIMSC single data call frees up civil engineers
July 2, 2020 — The Air Force Installation and Mission Support Center's Facility Recap and Sustainment Branch collaborated with the Air Force Civil Engineer Center's Planning and Integration Directorate to develop an integrated data call list of specific deliverables needed throughout the calendar year to help base civil engineers in programming efforts for requirements and projects. ... MORE

Photo of 96th Civil Engineer Group engineer Kevin Gerrity

USSF field command structure reduces command layers, focuses on space warfighter needs
July 2, 2020 — The Department of the Air Force and the United States Space Force have finalized the new service’s organizational structure for echelons below the headquarters, reflecting the newest branch of the armed forces’ guiding principles of being a lean, agile and mission-focused organization... MORE

The U.S. Space Force organizes, trains, and equips space forces in order to protect and defend U.S. and allied interests in space and to provide space capabilities to the joint force. (U.S. Air Force graphic)

The last Medical Professional Training Brigade commander reflects on unit’s legacy
July 1, 2020 — Effective July 1, 2020, the 32nd Medical Brigade receives Operational Control, or OPCON, of the Medical Professional Training Brigade’s, or MPTB’s, two battalions: the 187th and 188th Medical Battalions. MPTB will retain administrative control, or ADCON, of the battalions until discontinuation orders are received from Headquarters, Department of the Army, expected later this year or early 2021. ... MORE

Col. Shannon Shaw assumed command of the Medical Professional Training Brigade July 16, 2019 at Joint Base San Antonio-Fort Sam Houston. Command Sgt. Maj. Jennifer Redding is seen behind the soldier color guard.

Summer learning keeps young minds active, improves resiliency
July 1, 2020 — When summer break arrived, most students were relieved to depart from their daily, virtual learning routine, but keeping young minds active, while also enjoying a leisurely break, could be key to future academic success... MORE

Maintaining the routine of educating children is important, and it can also improve parent/child relationships.

Band of Brothers: Introducing A1C Hughes, A1C Hughes, and ... A1C Hughes
July 1, 2020 — Three brothers graduated from Basic Military Training at Joint Base San Antonio-Lackland together May 28. Airman 1st Class Jesus Hughes, 28, Airman 1st Class Nicolas Hughes, 26, and Airman 1st Class Daniel Hughes, 25, went through BMT in the same flight from April 7 to May 28 and thereafter went to technical school in avionics together at Sheppard Air Force Base in northern Texas... MORE

Daniel (left), Jesus (center), and Nicolas (right) Hughes, U.S. Air Force basic training trainees

Remaining virtually connected through stories of resilience
July 1, 2020 — Physical distancing has evolved into a new normal way of life that has left many individuals feeling isolated and uncertain about what the future holds. With strict measures in place throughout the nation, the Air Force Wounded Warrior, or AFW2, Program Outreach team has worked to maintain a social connection with Air Force unit personnel in a more virtual way... MORE

The Outreach team is continuing their mission in spreading awareness of the AFW2 Program and ensuring Ambassadors have a platform to share their testimonies of resilience and help-seeking behaviors. During this unprecedented time, the Outreach team has heightened their efforts in providing Airmen and Air Force leaders the opportunities to host virtual briefings to learn about the resources that are available for Airmen in need and become connected with AFW2 Ambassadors.

Brooke Army Medical Center welcomes new commanding general
July 1, 2020 — In the midst of a brief downpour, Army Brig. Gen. Wendy Harter, the first female commander in Brooke Army Medical Center’s history, turned over command to Army Brig. Gen. Shan Bagby, the first African American commander in BAMC’s history, during a June 26 change of command ceremony at Joint Base San Antonio-Fort Sam Houston... MORE

Brooke Army Medical Center change of command

Send thieves clear message, secure personal property
July 1, 2020 — Each summer, Security Forces at Joint Base San Antonio-Fort Sam Houston and JBSA-Camp Bullis see a dramatic increase in thefts involving unsecured personal property... MORE

MEDCoE hosts Soldier forum to promote Army National Hiring Days
July 1, 2020 — The U.S. Army kicked off its first nationwide virtual hiring campaign June 30 with a goal of recruiting 10,000 new Soldiers during a three-day period to serve in 150 different occupations... MORE

Maj. Gen. Dennis LeMaster, commander, U.S. Army Medical Center of Excellence, speaks to AIT Soldiers during the MEDCoE Army National Hiring Days Soldier Forum June 26

Army's Family MWR to kick off 12-week esports tournament
June 30, 2020 — Complexity gaming, one of North America’s most elite esports organizations, and the U.S. Army’s Family and Morale, Welfare and Recreation, part of the Installation Management Command, are joining forces to conduct a worldwide 12-week online esports tournament starting July 4. ... MORE

Army recruiters pushing more into digital world
June 30, 2020 — Army recruiting plans to create a small cyber team to expand its esports program, which has already helped attract thousands of potential recruits, amid a larger push into the digital realm... MORE

Visitors play video games inside a semitrailer belonging to the U.S. Army Recruiting Command's esports team during the Association of the U.S. Army's Annual Meeting and Exposition in Washington, D.C., Oct. 14, 2019. The command plans to create a cyber esports team and roll out autonomous recruiting operations, which will increase the mobility of recruiters with a larger social media presence.

Air Force stands up new division to enhance customer service for EFMP families
June 30, 2020 — The Department of the Air Force stood up a new division at the Air Force’s Personnel Center to integrate three Exceptional Family Member Program, or EFMP, components -- medical, family support and assignments... MORE

U.S. Army Medical Service Corps: supporting the Army since 1917
June 30, 2020 — The U.S. Army Medical Service Corps was formally established in 1947, however corps officers celebrate the anniversary of their corps on June 30, 1917... MORE

5th Brigade, U.S. Army Cadet Command holds change of command
June 30, 2020 — Col. Chris S. Alfeiri relinquished command of U.S. Army Cadet Command’s 5th Brigade to Col. Mark A. Olsen during a change of command ceremony at the Military and Family Readiness Center at Joint Base San Antonio-Fort Sam Houston June 23... MORE

Col. Chris S. Alfeiri (right), departing 5th Brigade commander, salutes Maj. Gen. John R. Evans Jr. (on screen), commanding general, U.S. Army Cadet Command, while Col. Mark A. Olsen, incoming commander (left), looks on June 23.

433rd CES firefighters deploy; unit, families say farewell
June 30, 2020 — Early-morning June 28, firefighters from the 433rd Civil Engineer Squadron and their families gathered in the darkness here to say their goodbyes before the Reserve Citizen Airmen begin their deployment journey. The firefighters are headed to an undisclosed location in Southwest Asia for a 6-month assignment. They will be performing fire protection duties for personnel, aircraft, cargo, and other installation assets... MORE

433rd Civil Engineer Squadron firefighters board a C-130H Hercules cargo aircraft June 28, 2020 at Joint Base San Antonio-Lackland, Texas.

Lt. Gen. R. Scott Dingle assumes command of Army Medical Command
June 29, 2020 — Lt. Gen. R. Scott Dingle, U.S. Army Surgeon General, assumed responsibility as the commanding general of the U.S. Army Medical Command June 24 at Joint Base San Antonio-Fort Sam Houston in a socially-distanced virtual ceremony hosted by Gen. James C. McConville, Army Chief of Staff... MORE

Battling COVID; a cyber Airman’s story
June 29, 2020 — Tech. Sgt. Brandon Ibanez, a cyber intelligence analyst with the 854th Combat Operations Squadron at Joint Base San Antonio-Chapman Training Annex, doesn’t wear a helmet to work, nor does he wear a sword or shield. Ibanez’s role in his unit requires him to analyze intelligence and triangulate technical, geographical and operational information to provide situational awareness for leadership. This information enables his leaders to determine the best course of action in any given scenario... MORE

Tech. Sgt. Brandon Ibanez, a cyber intelligence analyst with the 854th Combat Operations Squadron, stands in uniform for a photo outside his home in Chicago, Illinois, June 15, 2020. As a Gladiator in the 960th Cyberspace Wing, it’s not a requirement to don the traditional uniform of ancient Roman fighters, and it would be impractical because the enemy in cyberspace doesn’t attack using guns or spears. (Courtesy photo by Anna Czekaj)