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June Diamond Sharp Award Winners
July 26, 2017 — The intent of the Diamond Sharp award is to recognize individuals that demonstrate outstanding performance and professionalism on a daily basis. They are the Airmen that come to work early and leave late. They’re full of energy and are capable of acting or reacting strongly to any situation. They’re the outstanding specialists who wear their uniform proudly and represent our Core Values every day... MORE

BAMC NCO earns medal at air rifle competition
July 26, 2017 — Army Staff Sgt. Marcus Menchaca (left), Warrior Transition Battalion, Brooke Army Medical Center, is congratulated by BAMC Command Sgt. Maj. Diamond Hough (center) and BAMC Commander Brig. Gen. Jeffrey Johnson (right) after winning the bronze medal in the air pistol competition July 6 at McCormick Place Convention Center, Chicago, Ill., during the 2017 Department of Defense Warrior Games... MORE

U.S. Army Staff Sgt. Marcus Menchaca (left), Warrior Transition Battalion, Brooke Army Medical Center, is congratulated by BAMC Command Sgt. Maj. Diamond Hough (center) and BAMC Commander Brig. Gen. Jeffrey Johnson (right) after winning the bronze medal in the air pistol competition July 6, at McCormick Place Convention Center, Chicago, Ill., during the 2017 Department of Defense Warrior Games. The DoD Warrior Games are an adaptive sports competition for wounded, ill and injured service members and veterans. Approximately 265 athletes representing teams from the Army, Marine Corps, Navy, Air Force, Special Operations Command, United Kingdom Armed Forces and the Australian Defence Force competed June 30 – July 8 in archery, cycling, track, field, shooting, sitting volleyball, swimming and wheelchair basketball.

Air Force Medical Service asks “What’s your Why”
July 26, 2017 — The Air Force Medical Service launches the “What’s Your Why” campaign on August 1, 2017. The campaign’s goal is encourage AFMS Airmen and patients to share their own Trusted Care story. Each Airmen... MORE

Share your story today! Trusted Care culture enables all Airmen and beneficiaries to own the delivery of safe and reliable care. Everyone has unique reasons “why” that fuel their commitment to the Trusted Care journey. The "What's Your Why" Campaign aims to inspire and incite change through the power of storytelling.

Acquisition roundtable focuses on small business interests
July 26, 2017 — Army small business specialists from throughout the country participated in roundtable discussions July 18-20 at Joint Base San Antonio-Fort Sam Houston as federal agencies finalize their spending strategies in the government’s final quarter of the fiscal year... MORE

Victor Gallegos discusses the Department of Defense Civilian Acquisition Workforce Personnel Demonstration, or AcqDemo, Project appraisal system with small business specialists from throughout the Mission and Installation Contracting Command July 18 at Joint Base San Antonio-Fort Sam Houston, Texas. MICC small business specialists were at the installation July 18-20 for roundtable discussions and training as the command enters the final quarter of the federal fiscal year of contract awards.

Operation R.I.S.E. community event provides resources for military families
July 26, 2017 — Operation R.I.S.E. – which stands for Resources Inspiring Stellar Education – is a community collaborative effort amongst University of Texas at San Antonio Center for Military Families, Operation Homefront, JBSA Military Child Education Program-School Liaison Office, Exceptional Family Member Program-Family Support and Military Child Education Coalition and other organizations throughout the San Antonio area that serve military students, pre-k through 12. ... MORE

New organization impacts Randolph Field ISD students
July 25, 2017 — The Randolph Field Education Foundation came into existence in May 2016. The foundation’s mission is to support, assist and encourage the students, teachers and staff at the Randolph Field Independent School District schools. RFEF provides scholarships for seniors, grants for teachers and support for supplies and materials not provided for in the regular budget... MORE

Randolph Field Education Foundation came into existence in May 2016. The foundation’s mission is to support, assist and encourage the students, teachers and staff at the Randolph Field Independent School District schools.

Kelly Field: key in Cold War speed race
July 25, 2017 — (Editor's Note: This article is the final installment in a five-part monthly series celebrating Kelly Field's centennial. Continue checking for information about the upcoming JBSA Air Show and Open House at Kelly Field this November, which is expected to draw more than 350,000 visitors.)... MORE

In 1961, during the speed run launched on a course at Edwards Air Force Base, Calif., the B-58 Hustler bomber blew past Mach 2, the 1,584 mph barrier, hitting a top speed of 2,095 mph.

NTTC-Lackland honors fallen Sailor
July 25, 2017 — U.S. Navy Master-at-Arms "A" School students and staff held a Fallen Hero's Ceremony in honor of Petty Officer 2nd Class Michael J. Brodsky, Naval Technical Training Center Lackland master-at-arms and military working dog handler, at Naval Technical Training Center Lackland here July 21, 2017... MORE

Petty Officer 2nd Class Nicholas Graham, Naval Technical Training Center Lackland master-at-arms and military working dog handler, and Aanie, MWD, observe a moment of silence during a ceremony July 21, 2017, held in remembrance of Petty Officer 2nd Class Michael J. Brodsky, Naval Technical Training Center Lackland master-at-arms. Brodsky was a MWD handler who died July 21, 2012, during Operation Enduring Freedom from injuries caused by an improvised explosive device. (U.S. Navy Photo by Chief Petty Officer Sara Horvath/Released)

Spirited rivalry lives at the Department of Defense Warrior Games
July 24, 2017 — There was plenty of noise made by raucous family members and fans of the Army and Navy sitting volleyball teams as they battled for 2017 Department of Defense Warrior Games gold in Chicago July 7... MORE

Army veteran Staff Sgt. Charles Hightower sets a ball during the sitting volleyball gold medal round of the 2017 Dept. of Defense Warrior Games at the United Center in Chicago July 7.

Student loan forgiveness takes effect in October
July 24, 2017 — The first forgiveness of student loan balances under the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program goes into effect for government employees this October.The program offers forgiveness for remaining... MORE

The first forgiveness of student loan balances under the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program goes into effect for government employees in October 2017. (U.S. Air Force courtesy graphic)

Army South facilitates Trinidad and Tobago Defense Force energy conservation conference
July 24, 2017 — With an abundance of sunshine, wind and rain, the Trinidad and Tobago, or TTO, Defense Force is taking a pro-active approach in this southern Caribbean region when it comes to renewable energy strategy. Port of Spain in Trinidad was the sight of a recent bi-lateral subject matter expert exchange conference hosted by the Trinidad and Tobago Defense Force. This fourth annual military-to-military engagement focused on water and energy conservation policy development. ... MORE

Col. Claudia Carrizales, U.S. Southern Command's military liaison officer to Trinidad and Tobago, talks to participants during the final day of a bi-lateral energy and water policy development subject matter expert exchange in Port of Spain, Trinidad, July 13.

Courts-martial, crime and punishment at JBSA
July 24, 2017 — During the month of June, there was one court-martial of an Air Force member at Joint Base San Antonio. Also during June, Joint Base San Antonio Air Force and Army commanders administered a variety of non-judicial punishment actions under Article 15 of the Uniform Code of Military Justice... MORE

Maintenance Citizen Airmen educate Honorary Commanders
July 24, 2017 — The 433rd Maintenance Group of the 433rd Airlift Wing took time from their busy schedule to provided the Group's Honorary Commanders a comprehensive tour of their facilities here at Joint Base San Antonio-Lackland, July 15, 2017... MORE

Tech Sgt. Sean Preston, 433rd Maintenance Squadron aerospace propulsion technician, showcases the General Electric engines for the C-5M Super Galaxy during the 433rd Maintenance Group Honorary Commander’s Tour July 15, 2017. The tour is designed to inform the honorary commanders of the roles and responsibilities the Airmen of the 433rd MXG provide to the success of the Alamo Wing’s mission. (U.S. Air Force photo/Senior Airman Bryan Swink)

Joint Service Achievement Medal awarded to Montagu-Hunter Challenge volunteer Airmen
July 21, 2017 — Four Airmen from the 70th Intelligence, Surveillance and Reconnaissance Wing were recently awarded the Joint Service Achievement Medal for their volunteerism at the Defense Program Support Activity’s Montagu-Hunter Challenge May 19, 2017... MORE

U.S. Air Force graphic by Staff Sgt. Alexx Pons

Corvette enthusiasts visit Alamo Wing
July 21, 2017 — The 433rd Airlift Wing recently hosted 65 members from the National Corvette Restorers Society at Joint Base San Antonio-Lackland, Texas, July 13, 2017... MORE

Members from the National Corvette Restorers Society walk up stairs to the troop compartment of a C-5M Super Galaxy aircraft July 13, 2017 at Joint Base San Antonio-Lackland, Texas. The tour also included a visit to the Military Working Dog program at the 341st Training Squadron and a self-guided tour of the United States Air Force Airman Heritage Museum and Enlisted Character Development Center. (U.S. Air Force photo by Benjamin Faske)

Bringing an End to Summer -- JBSA Style
July 21, 2017 — Don’t miss these awesome family-friendly events that will help you stay cool and get ready for school!... MORE

Even as summer draws to a close, the weather stays hot in San Antonio. To help you and your loved ones stay cool and have fun, the 502nd Force Support Squadron and Youth Programs, along with the Exchange, have organized “Back to School” and “End of Summer” Bashes across Joint Base San Antonio.

Navy Recruiting District San Antonio assists educators orientation visit in San Diego
July 21, 2017 — Navy awareness is an important element in recruiting America’s best and brightest for naval service. To assist the recruiting effort in South Texas, eight educators and counselors along with support personnel from Navy Recruiting District San Antonio visited naval commands in San Diego, Calif., in support of an educator’s orientation visit, or EOV, July 11-14... MORE

Educators from South Texas on the flight deck of the nuclear-powered aircraft carrier USS Carl Vinson (CVN 70) during Navy Recruiting District San Antonio’s annual Educators Orientation Visit, or EOV. The EOV is a Navy Recruiting Command program with a main focus of showing educators the various facets of the Navy and the many career paths available to students. The group visited Naval Base San Diego, Helicopter Maritime Strike Squadron THREE FIVE (HSM-35), BUD/S (Basic Underwater Demolition/SEAL) Training at Naval Amphibious Base Coronado, the Pacific Beacon Navy Billeting, the Fleet Readiness Center, Coastal Riverine Group ONE, and the Navy Exchange.

Vietnam-era Army medic sees son promoted; receives Silver Star
July 21, 2017 — Edward Iannuccilli came to Joint Base San Antonio-Fort Sam Houston July 7 to see his son, Michael, promoted to lieutenant colonel. Little did he know that he, too, would be honored... MORE

Lt. Gen. Jeffrey S. Buchanan, commanding general of U.S. Army North (Fifth Army), pins the Silver Star on Edward Iannuccilli during a ceremony July 7 at Joint Base San Antonio-Fort Sam Houston. The Silver Star had been awarded to then-Spec. 4 Iannuccilli but never presented. Iannuccilli, a combat medic in Vietnam, survived a medical evacuation crash April 7, 1970, then, disregarding the flames and exploding ammunition inside the helicopter, made several attempts before successfully rescuing the pilot. The pilot, and several other members of his unit, 159th Medical Evacuation Company, or Dustoff, attended the award ceremony, which coincided with Iannuccilli’s son, Michael, being promoted to lieutenant colonel.

AMEDDC&S graduate students make impact on military medicine
July 21, 2017 — From caring for patients at treatment facilities to treating servicemembers on the frontlines, students who got their training through the U.S. Army Medical Department Center and School, Health Readiness Center of Excellence Graduate School, at Joint Base San Antonio-Fort Sam Houston, are contributing and making an impact on military medicine... MORE

Maj. John Davinson (right), Interservice Physician Assistants Program, or IPAP, instructor, speaks to students in the IPAP course

U.S. Army Institute of Surgical Research staff members receive Military Comptroller Achievement Awards
July 21, 2017 — Two staff members from the U.S. Army Institute of Surgical Research at Joint Base San Antonio-Fort Sam Houston, a subordinate institute of the U.S. Army Medical Research and Materiel Command, are recipients of the 2016 American Society of Military Comptrollers Achievement Awards... MORE

Julia Arthur and Maj. Kristi Morris of the U.S. Army Institute of Surgical Research at Joint Base San Antonio-Fort Sam Houston are recipients of the 2016 American Society of Military Comptrollers Achievement Awards presented May 31 at the National Professional Development Institute, ASMC’s premier training event.