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Vote from anywhere when you’re in the military
June 7, 2018 — Voting is one of our most fundamental rights as U.S. citizens and the Federal Voting Assistance Program, or FVAP, works to ensure members of the Uniformed Services, Merchant Marines, commissioned corps of the Public Health Service and National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration, their eligible family members, and U.S. citizens residing outside the United States understand their right to vote and have the tools and resources to successfully do so from anywhere in the world... MORE

The Joint Base San Antonio FVAP is located within the Military & Family Readiness Centers at all three JBSA locations and provides accurate, nonpartisan voting information and assistance to ensure voters understand their voting rights.

25th Air Force History Office recognized for preserving ISR’s past
June 7, 2018 — Preserving history is important to those who lived it as well as those who follow in their footsteps, and the 25th Air Force History Office was recently recognized by the Air Force for their extraordinary efforts in documenting the past... MORE

The 25th Air Force History Office was recognized for preserving ISR’s past.

From high-risk youth to national award winner – One Airman’s inspirational journey
June 7, 2018 — Maj. Michael Butler has many accomplishments, including five Air Force-level awards, and soon he will add recipient of the prestigious, national Arthur S. Flemming Award to the list. Butler, who graduated from Penn State University, loves the work he does for the Air Force and his country, but things did not always come easy to him... MORE

Brig. Gen. Laura Lenderman takes command of 502nd Air Base Wing, Joint Base San Antonio
June 6, 2018 — Brig. Gen. Laura L. Lenderman became the fifth commander of the 502nd Air Base Wing and Joint Base San Antonio at a change of command ceremony officiated by Lt. Gen. Steven L. Kwast, commander, Air Education and Training Command, June 6 at the MacArthur Parade Field on JBSA-Fort Sam Houston. Lenderman takes over for Brig. Gen. Heather L. Pringle, who led JBSA and the 502nd ABW since August 2016... MORE

IAAFA hosts Latin American nations for annual PREPLAN conference
June 5, 2018 — Representatives from 17 Western Hemisphere nations gathered for the Preliminary Planning conference the week of May 21 in preparation for the annual Conference of the Chiefs of the American Air Forces to discuss strategies on how partner nations can assist each other in the event of a humanitarian crisis... MORE

Retired Air Force rated officers welcomed back on active duty
June 5, 2018 — Retired Air Force rated officers with Air Force Specialty Codes 11X-pilot, 12X-combat systems officer or 13B-air battle manager are encouraged to apply for the Voluntary Retired Return to Active Duty Program to help alleviate manning shortages within the Air Force rated community... MORE

Officers who return to active duty under VRRAD will fill rated staff and active flying staff, test, training and operational positions where rated officer expertise is required. The Air Force’s Personnel Center can match VRRAD participants to stateside or overseas requirements. VRRAD officers will fill critical billets that would otherwise remain vacant due to the shortage of active-duty officers available to move out of operational flying assignments.

Motorcycle safety course prepares global trainers
June 5, 2018 — Motorcyclists from military bases around the globe converged on Joint Base San Antonio-Medina Annex May 12-24 for a train-the-trainer workshop. The workshop trained eight new trainers and 10 new rider coaches... MORE

DOD offers enhanced support for military families with special needs
June 5, 2018 — The Defense Department now offers access to a wide array of newly enhanced and specialized support for military families with special needs... MORE

Officials launched the Exceptional Family Member Program “ROC” -- for resources, options and consultations -- May 30. Available through Military OneSource, it offers additional expertise, specialized support and more ways to connect families with resources, all of which augment the services already provided by the EFMP staff at military installations around the world, officials said.

How the Special Victims’ Counsel Program serves Joint Base San Antonio
June 4, 2018 — Sexual assault remains in the spotlight as more and more victims speak out, both in the military and throughout society. Yet reporting an assault remains a difficult road; a stigma still exists in our culture. People still ask “why did you let this happen?” or “why didn’t you scream and run away?” ... MORE

The Special Victims’ Counsel program is an innovation which began with the Air Force and grew to encompass all services, providing legal representation for victims of sexual assault.

Regional Health Command-Central holds change of command, relinquishment of responsibility ceremony
June 4, 2018 — Regional Health Command-Central held a change of command and relinquishment of responsibility ceremony at the Fort Sam Houston Theatre May 31, with Maj. Gen. Thomas R. Tempel Jr. passing the reins of command to Brig. Gen. Jeffrey J. Johnson and Command Sgt. Maj. Tabitha A. Gavia relinquishing the responsibility of her office during the early morning ceremony... MORE

Lt. Gen. Nadja Y. West (left), commanding general, U.S. Army Medical Command and Army Surgeon General, passes the guidon to Brig. Gen. Jeffrey J. Johnson (center) during the Regional Health Command-Central change of command ceremony at Joint Base San Antonio-Fort Sam Houston May 31. Johnson assumed command from Maj. Gen. Thomas R. Tempel, Jr. (right).

Class addresses ways people can improve finances with spending plan
June 2, 2018 — Military Saves Week is an annual campaign that encourages service members and their families to save their money and prepare for the future, but its message is worth repeating throughout the year... MORE

Military Saves Week is an annual campaign that encourages service members and their families to save their money and prepare for the future, but its message is worth repeating throughout the year.

Maj. Gen. Patrick D. Sargent assumes command of AMEDDC&S
June 1, 2018 — In front of a formation of Soldiers on the MacArthur Parade Field at Joint Base San Antonio-Fort Sam Houston, Maj. Gen. Patrick D. Sargent assumed command of the U.S. Army Medical Department Center & School, Health Readiness Center of Excellence, from Maj. Gen. Brian C. Lein during a ceremony June 1, hosted by Lt. Gen. Nadja Y. West, Army Surgeon General and commanding general, U.S. Army Medical Command... MORE

(From left) Maj. Gen. Brian C. Lein, outgoing commander, U.S. Army Medical Department Center & School; Lt. Gen. Nadja Y. West, Army Surgeon General and commanding general, U.S. Army Medical Command, and incoming AMEDDC&S commander Maj. Gen. Patrick D. Sargent salute the colors June 1.

470th Military Intelligence Brigade member contributes coaching skills to Army volleyball team
June 1, 2018 — A member of the 470th Military Intelligence Brigade at Joint Base San Antonio-Fort Sam Houston contributed his coaching talents in helping the All-Army Men’s Volleyball Team to a second-place finish at an Armed Forces tournament in May... MORE

Sgt. Pedro Ortiz Feliciano, 470th Military Intelligence Brigade analyst at Joint Base San Antonio-Fort Sam Houston, served as an assistant coach for the All Army Men’s Volleyball Team that competed in the Armed Forces Volleyball Championship tournament in May at Hurlburt Field, Florida. His expertise and knowledge of volleyball and physical training helped the team to a second place showing at the tournament.

Hurricane season begins, learn how to stay safe
June 1, 2018 — June 1 officially marks the beginning of hurricane season. While it is impossible to prevent a storm from happening, staying alert and prepared can ensure safety remains a top priority through the coming months... MORE

Four soldiers paddle a boat in floodwaters.

BAMC Undersea & Hyperbaric Medicine Clinic receives four-year reaccreditation
June 1, 2018 — The Undersea & Hyperbaric Medicine Clinic at Brooke Army Medical Center received a four-year reaccreditation with distinction from the Undersea & Hyperbaric Medical Society, or UHMS, last month... MORE

Army Capt. Kyle Salik was the first patient to receive oxygen therapy at the new Undersea & Hyperbaric Medicine Clinic at Brooke Army Medical Center June 20, 2017. Hyperbaric oxygen can be used to treat 14 different indicators including wound healing.

Brig. Gen. Heather Pringle bids farewell to Joint Base San Antonio
June 1, 2018 — “A dream come true,” is how Brig. Gen. Heather Pringle, 502nd Air Base Wing and Joint Base San Antonio commander, describes her experience at JBSA... MORE

Brig. Gen. Heather Pringle, commander, 502nd Air Base Group and Joint Base San Antonio, speaks to delegates at the conclusion of the Armed Forces Action Program members annual forum, held at the Installation Management Command Academy at JBSA-Fort Sam Houston Oct. 3-6, 2017.

JBSA Wounded Warriors gear up for Warrior Games
May 31, 2018 — Wounded Warriors from around the Air Force are preparing for the 2018 Department of Defense Warrior Games featuring competitors from four different countries and four U.S. military branches June 1-9 at the U.S. Air Force Academy in Colorado Springs, Colo... MORE

Vogel Resiliency Center offers resiliency day for incoming, graduating high school seniors
May 31, 2018 — Do you remember your senior year of high school? Was it all a bit overwhelming? In high school, many students enjoy a high degree of parental planning and support to manage tight schedules, timelines and decisions. Senior year is often a heady mix of challenging academic schedules, extra-curricular and social activities, and uncertainty throughout the college and financial aid application process. ... MORE

The Vogel Resiliency Center at Joint Base San Antonio-Fort Sam Houston is hosting a Resiliency Day from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. June 15 for incoming and graduating high school seniors. The VRC is located at 2490 Stanley Road, building 367.

Naval Medical Research Unit San Antonio educates civic, business leaders
May 31, 2018 — Thirty-four civic and business leaders from the Defense Orientation Conference Association, or DOCA, toured the Naval Medical Research Unit-San Antonio at Joint Base San Antonio-Fort Sam Houston April 27 to see a working Navy medical research lab in action and gain insights to share with fellow civilian leaders in their community... MORE

Duane Cox (right), electronics technician at the Naval Medical Research Unit San Antonio talks to Defense Orientation Conference Association visitors about NAMRU-SA’s efforts to develop diagnostic tools to aid first responders/physician to identify and treat directed energy injuries, during a tour of NAMRU-SA facilities at the Tri-Service Research Laboratory at Joint Base San Antonio-Fort Sam Houston April 27.

Be Bright, Be Safe, and Be Seen
May 31, 2018 — The Joint Base San Antonio Safety Office urges all JBSA location pedestrians, joggers and bikers to become familiar with reflective equipment requirements to ensure their safety during the hours of decreased visibility... MORE

'Be Bright, Be Safe, Be Seen' is aimed at all road users; pedestrians, cyclists’ runners and drivers of all types of vehicles, to highlight the importance of being extra-cautious throughout the year in times of low visibility and darkness.