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505th Military Intelligence Brigade change of command has historical perspective
July 10, 2017 — In a change of command ceremony at Joint Base San Antonio-Fort Sam Houston July 7, Col. Dustin Shultz completed her tour as commander of the 505th Military Intelligence Brigade (Theater), turning over command to Col. William Sears... MORE

Col. Dustin Shultz, outgoing commander of the 505th Military Intelligence Brigade (Theater) at Joint Base San Antonio-Fort Sam Houston, speaks to those gathered for the brigade's change of command ceremony July 7. Shultz was the brigade’s first commander and turned over command to Col. William Sears.

New leader takes helm of 470th Military Intelligence Brigade
July 10, 2017 — Col. Ingrid Parker became the new commander of the 470th Military Intelligence Brigade during a change of command ceremony held on the MacArthur Parade Field at Joint Base San Antonio-Fort Sam Houston July 7... MORE

Col. Ingrid Parker (left) accepts the colors of the 470th Military Intelligence Brigade from Maj. Gen. Christopher Ballard, U.S. Army Intelligence and Security Command commanding general, during a change of command ceremony held on the MacArthur Parade Field at Joint Base San Antonio-Fort Sam Houston July 7. Parker takes over for Col. James “Jamey” Royse (right), who was the brigade’s commander for two years. Royse is leaving the 470th MIB to become director of intelligence for U.S. Army Central at Shaw Air Force Base, S.C.

Have safe summer vacations with planning, risk management
July 10, 2017 — Summertime means vacation and travel for many service members and their families, but enjoyable road trips can turn unpleasant or even deadly without proper planning and risk management... MORE

Summertime means vacation and travel for many service members and their families, but enjoyable road trips can turn unpleasant or even deadly without proper planning and risk management.

JBSA-Fort Sam Houston hosts transition summit for servicemembers, veterans July 11-13
July 10, 2017 — A transition summit for servicemembers and veterans seeking a career in the civilian job sector will be held July 11-13 at the Fort Sam Houston Community Center, building 1395, at Joint Base San Antonio-Fort Sam Houston... MORE

The Joint Base San Antonio Hiring Fair and Transition Summit takes place July 12-13 at the JBSA-Fort Sam Houston Community Center, 1395 Chaffee Road.

April Diamond Sharp Award Winners
July 10, 2017 — * Name/rank: Andrea C. Nazario/Technical Sergeant * Unit: Robert D. Gaylor Noncommissioned Officer Academy * Duty title: Enlisted Professional Military Education Instructor * Time in service: 14... MORE

Operation Silver Galaxy participants train for future deployments
July 8, 2017 — The 433rd Airlift Wing hosted the 615th Aviation Support Battalion, 1st Air Combat Brigade, 1st Calvary Division from Fort Hood, Texas in support of Operation Silver Galaxy, a training exercise June 20-25 at Joint Base San Antonio-Lackland... MORE

Soldiers from the 1st Calvary Division, 1st Air Combat Brigade, 615th Aviation Support Battalion from Ft. Hood, Texas and Airmen from the 26th and 74th Aerial Port Squadrons begin loading a UH-60 Black Hawk helicopter into the cargo hold of a C-5M Super Galaxy June 22, 2017 at Joint Base San Antonio-Lackland, Texas. Operation Silver Galaxy was a five-day training event that featured Airmen training Soldiers on how to secure their aircraft for a deployment in the cargo area of a C-5M Super Galaxy. (U.S. Air Force photo by Benjamin Faske)

Mentoring is for the total force
July 7, 2017 — Chief Master Sgt. of the Air Force Kaleth O. Wright was a self-proclaimed undisciplined Airman during his first enlistment in the early 1990s …that is, until his mentor stepped in and provided the leadership he needed to set him on the right path... MORE

Army tick experts promote prevention tactics
July 7, 2017 — With the summer season in full swing, Army Public Health Center tick-borne disease experts recognize the undeniable presence of ticks, emphasizing the importance of being aware of the different illnesses they can transmit and ways to prevent these illnesses... MORE

The Gulf Coast tick carries pathogens associated with the Tidewater spotted fever disease.

Parr Club patio project to address foundation, drainage issues
July 7, 2017 — A repair and renovation project is on the horizon for the patio at Joint Base San Antonio-Randolph’s Parr Club, one of the original structures at the JBSA location.The $900,000 project, which is... MORE

A repair and renovation project is on the horizon for the patio at Joint Base San Antonio-Randolph’s Parr Club, one of the original structures at the JBSA location. The $900,000 project, which is pending final approval of construction documents by the 502nd Civil Engineer Squadron, will address damage to the patio caused by age and the elements by preventing the further degradation of the patio’s foundation and allowing for proper drainage away from the foundation.

Have proper forms when self-counseling using Defense Personal Property System
July 7, 2017 — Customers who self-counsel utilizing the Defense Personal Property System, or DPS, are reminded to print, sign and date the Application for Shipment and/or Storage (Department of Defense Form 1299) and Personal Property Counseling Checklist (DD Form 1797)... MORE

A moving truck is unloaded as a family moves into their new home. The Army’s new Center for Personnel Claims Support office will help expedite claims for property damaged during such moves.

Officials announce 12 Outstanding Airmen of the Year winners for 2017
July 7, 2017 — Air Force officials have named the service's top enlisted members, announcing the 12 Outstanding Airmen of the Year for 2017... MORE

Air Force officials have named the service's top enlisted members, announcing the 12 Outstanding Airmen of the Year for 2017. An Air Force selection board at the Air Force Personnel Center considered 36 nominees who represented major commands, direct reporting units, field operating agencies and Headquarters Air Force. The board selected the final 12 Airmen based on superior leadership, job performance and personal achievements. (U.S. Air Force graphic by Staff Sgt. Alexx Pons)

Navy research dentist competes for IRONMAN ‘All-World Athlete’ status
July 7, 2017 — “Always trust your training,” said Navy Lt. Noel Dickens, Biomaterials and Epidemiology Department head, Naval Medical Research Unit-San Antonio, or NAMRU-SA, at Joint Base San Antonio-Fort Sam Hosuton. Dickens, known around NAMRU-SA as “The Crusher” for his indomitable spirit, competed in an IRONMAN Texas competition April 22. ... MORE

Navy Lt. Noel Dickens, Biomaterials and Epidemiology Department head, Naval Medical Research Unit-San Antonio, Joint Base San Antonio-Fort Sam Houston, finishes IRONMAN Texas in 11:34:28 April 22.

TRICARE Online (TOL) patient portal currently down
July 7, 2017 — The TRICARE Online (TOL) patient portal is currently down. On July 5, a computer hardware failure caused an outage in the TRICARE Online patient portal. Engineers are on site in San Antonio, assessing... MORE

WeCare app provides Soldiers, civilians, family members tools for U.S. Army SHARP/SAPR, Suicide Prevention
July 7, 2017 — Joint Base San Antonio has created the WeCare app to provide Soldiers, civilians and family members the necessary tools for U.S. Army SHARP/SAPR, Suicide Prevention and Chaplain with the links necessary to contact those agencies for more information. The app will aid in informing personnel about the definition of sexual harassment and sexual assault, and the reporting procedures for both... MORE

Joint Base San Antonio has created the WeCare app to provide Soldiers, Civilians, and Family members the necessary tools for U.S. Army SHARP/SAPR, Suicide Prevention, and Chaplain with the links necessary to contact those agencies for more information.

Hot cars are deadly for children, pets
July 7, 2017 — JOINT BASE SAN ANTONIO-RANDOLPH, Texas -- Being inside a parked vehicle on a hot day where the temperature can reach more than 100 degrees can become a dangerous situation for children and pets left... MORE

Being inside a parked vehicle on a hot day where the temperature can reach more than 100 degrees can become a dangerous situation for children and pets left unattended by their parents and owners. Awareness of the dangers of leaving children and pets unattended in a hot vehicle and efforts in preventing such instances from occurring are the focus of the Air Force Summer Safety Campaign.

Conference of American Armies plans for crisis situations
July 6, 2017 — When natural a disaster strikes, the ability to respond quickly and efficiently can help save lives. Incorporating a “whole-of-government” approach and working with partner nation armies and international agencies was the focus of a specialized Conference of American Armies, or CAA, event in Santiago, Chile, in June. ... MORE

Col. Manuel Carrasco, Dominican Republic Army (left) speaks with Maj. Gen. K.K. Chinn, U.S. Army South commander, during a mock natural disaster training exercise June 21 at the Conference of American Armies, or CAA, event in Santiago, Chile.

Squadron Officer School expands to better align with CSAF focus areas
July 6, 2017 — Air University’s Squadron Officer School has redesigned its program to better align with the needs of the Air Force. The new course has increased from five to six-and-a-half weeks, commencing with Class 18A which starts July 31, 2017... MORE

AETC workshop cultivates innovation across USAF training community
July 6, 2017 — The Air Education and Training Command’s Innovation and Transformation Office hosted its annual Wing Process Manager Workshop here June 27-29.The three-day workshop brought together wing process... MORE

Tech. Sgt. Pearl Cook, 56th Force Support Squadron, Luke AFB, Arizona, explains the duties of a mentor during the Air Education Training Command Wing Process Manager Workshop at Joint Base San Antonio-Randolph June 29, 2017. The three-day workshop brought together specialists from across AETC to foster new ideas to improve mission effectiveness. (U.S. Air Force photo by Master Sgt. Andy Stephens)

Tactical Air Control Party memorial honors fallen Airmen
July 6, 2017 — The Tactical Air Control Party Memorial, located outside the 353rd Battlefield Airmen Training Squadron, was rededicated during a ceremony June 23 at Joint Base San Antonio-Lackland Medina Annex... MORE

Retired Air Force Col. Peter Donnely delivers a speech during the Tactical Air Control Party Memorial Rededication Ceremony outside the 353rd Battlefield Airmen Training Squadron at the Joint Base San Antonio-Lackland Medina Annex June 23, 2017. Donnely accumulated nearly nine years in leadership positions within the 18th Air Support Operations Group and led TACP members supporting operations Enduring and Iraqi Freedom as Expeditionary Air Support Operations Group commander.

Brooke Army Medical Center returns to baseline surgery procedure rate
July 6, 2017 — Brooke Army Medical Center has returned to its normal surgical procedure rate after a deliberate slowdown to review all aspects of surgical care... MORE

BAMC is now performing an average of 50 operating room procedures a day, which was the hospital’s baseline prior to a surge in fall 2016 to enhance readiness and health education.