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Parking wardens complement security forces’ mission
October 2, 2017 — The 902nd Security Forces Squadron is taking steps to reinstitute a program that will authorize service members and civilian employees at participating Joint Base San Antonio-Randolph organizations to issue parking tickets near their facilities... MORE

The 902nd Security Forces Squadron is taking steps to reinstitute a program that will authorize service members and civilian employees at participating Joint Base San Antonio-Randolph organizations to issue parking tickets near their facilities.

JBSA-Fort Sam Houston Military & Family Readiness Center hosts employment readiness workshop Oct. 18
October 2, 2017 — Active-duty members transitioning out of the military can learn about skills and tips to help them get a job at the “Confidence Outside the Uniform” workshop at the Joint Base San Antonio-Fort Sam Houston Military & Family Readiness Center, building 2797, from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Oct. 18... MORE

Active-duty members transitioning out of the military can learn about skills and tips to help them get a job at the “Confidence Outside the Uniform” workshop at the Joint Base San Antonio-Fort Sam Houston Military & Family Readiness Center, building 2797, from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Oct. 18.

Leader, team recognized for exceptional insider threat capabilities
October 2, 2017 — The 25th Air Force’s Insider Threat Hub, led by Jason Barron, was recognized by the Armed Forces Communications and Electronics Association this past September for their dedication to developing top-notch Air Force intelligence community insider threat capabilities... MORE

The 25th Air Force’s Insider Threat Hub, led by Jason Barron, was recognized last week for their dedication to developing top-notch Air Force intelligence community insider threat capabilities by the Armed Forces Communications and Electronics Association.

JBSA reminds drivers to watch for flooded roadways
September 30, 2017 — Each year, more deaths occur due to flooding than from any other thunderstorm related hazard. Authorities want to remind drivers to steer clear of certain parts of roadways that could result in injury to you and damage to your vehicle... MORE

Each year, more deaths occur due to flooding than from any other thunderstorm related hazard, according to Texas Department of Transportation. Many of the deaths occur in automobiles as they are swept downstream. A small car can be carried away with just twelve inches of water, while 2 feet of rushing water can carry away most vehicles.

Soldiers persevere through rain to win AMEDDC&S Best Medic Competition
September 29, 2017 — Staff Sgts. Scott Dandrea and Joshua Merriss from the 232nd Medical Battalion were the winners of the U.S. Army Medical Department Center & School Best Medic Competition, which took place at Joint Base San Antonio-Camp Bullis Sept. 25-28... MORE

Staff Sgt. Scott Dandrea, 232nd Medical Battalion, going through the low crawl portion of the obstacle course during the AMEDDC&S Best Medic Completion at Joint Base San Antonio-Camp Bullis Sept. 25-28.

Invincible Spirit Festival honors staff, patients, families at Brooke Army Medical Center
September 29, 2017 — Actor and musician Gary Sinise and celebrity chef Robert Irvine hosted the Invincible Spirit Festival Sept. 15 at Brooke Army Medical Center at Joint Base San Antonio-Fort Sam Houston... MORE

Gary Sinise and Brooke Army Medical Center Commanding General Brig. Gen. Jeffrey Johnson get ready for a wheelchair basketball game Sept. 15, 2017 at the Center for the Intrepid. Sinise and celebrity chef Robert Irvine returned to Brooke Army Medical Center for the fifth time to host the Invincible Spirit Festival. BAMC staff, patients and family members enjoyed food, music and activities throughout the afternoon.

Logistics squadron steps up to support hurricane relief operations
September 29, 2017 — The 502nd Logistics Readiness Squadron’s slogan, “Supporting Those Who Serve,” aptly tells the story of a unit that numbers more than 800 active-duty members and civilian employees who serve all of Joint Base San Antonio, including 266 mission partners... MORE

Marine veteran receives Navy and Marine Corps Medal for heroic actions
September 29, 2017 — A Marine Corps veteran was awarded the Navy and Marine Corps Medal during a ceremony at Joint Base San Antonio-Fort Sam Houston Sept. 8 for heroic actions he performed while on active duty. ... MORE

Marine Corps veteran Cpl. Randy D. Mann speaks during a ceremony in the historical quadrangle at Joint Base San Antonio-Fort Sam Houston Sept. 8. Mann was awarded the Navy and Marine Corps Medal during the ceremony in his hometown of San Antonio for his actions while on active duty with the 3D Assault Amphibian Battalion in Camp Pendleton, California, in July 2013.

San Antonio Navy chiefs hold inaugural CPO Pride event
September 29, 2017 — Navy Medicine San Antonio area Chief Petty Officers and CPO selectees were among the participants in the first San Antonio CPO Pride Day event Sept. 8 at the oldest VFW post in Texas... MORE

Chief petty officers past and present in blue T-shirts form an outline of Texas surrounding chief selectees in gold T-shirts during a CPO Pride event at VFW Post 76 in downtown San Antonio Sept. 8.

Historic Stilwell House reopens at JBSA-Fort Sam Houston
September 29, 2017 — After a long period of rehabilitation and care, the historic 129-year old Stilwell House at Joint Base San Antonio-Fort Sam Houston reopened Sept. 26... MORE

(From left) Maj. Gen. Brian C. Lein, commander, U.S. Army Medical Department Center & School; Guy W. Chipman III, Chipman Construction; and Joan Gaither, president of Preservation Fort Sam Houston, cut the ribbon during the Stilwell House rededication ceremony at Joint Base San Antonio-Fort Sam Houston Sept. 26.

Joint Chiefs chairman: U.S. faces volatile, complex security situations
September 28, 2017 — The United States faces a volatile, unpredictable world and must keep up its guard, Marine Corps Gen. Joe Dunford, the chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff, said during a reconfirmation hearing before the Senate Armed Services Committee Sept. 26... MORE

Marine Corps Gen. Joe Dunford, chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff, listens to a question during a Senate Armed Services Committee reconfirmation hearing Sept. 26. Dunford has been serving as chairman since Oct. 1, 2015 and has been nominated for a second two-year term.

2017 Fire Prevention Week: “Every Second Counts: Plan 2 Ways Out!”
September 28, 2017 — According to the National Fire Protection Association, or NFPA, a home structure fire was reported every 86 seconds in 2015, with about 80 percent of all U.S. fire deaths annually occurring at home... MORE

Brig. Gen. Heather Pringle, commander, 502nd Air Base Wing and Joint Base San Antonio, signs the Fire Prevention Week proclamation at Fire Station No. 1 at Joint base San Antonio-Fort Sam Houston Sept. 27.

Commentary: Run as if your career depends on it!
September 28, 2017 — Are you running as if your military career depends on it, or do you put the same effort into your military career as you do on your run? Treat your career as you would when you run your next 5K, 10K, or physical fitness test. If you put forth your best effort in all you do, you will meet your goals with less resistance and dreams can become a reality... MORE

Joint Base San Antonio-Randolph personnel prepare for their physical training test during an early morning run July 13 on the Rambler Fitness Center track at Randolph. (U.S. Air Force photo by Rich McFadden)

JBSA-Fort Sam Houston honor Gold Star Mothers and Family
September 28, 2017 — In a well-lit, spacious dining hall during an Army chaplain’s invocation for a crowd of approximately 50 people, a somber tone permeates throughout a ceremony. This ceremony honored fallen service members and their surviving families during the Gold Star Mothers and Family Luncheon Sept. 24 at the Warrior and Family Support Center at Joint Base San Antonio-Fort Sam Houston... MORE

Dr. Charlene Smith, the community and family support officer from Army Support Activity, Joint Base San Antonio, addresses the audience during the Gold Star Mothers and Family luncheon Sept. 24 at the Warrior and Family Support Center, Joint Base San Antonio-Fort Sam Houston. Held every year on Gold Star Mothers' Day, the event honors families of U.S. service members who have fallen in the line of duty.

Gold Star survivors are part of Air Force family tree
September 28, 2017 — The Air Force family tree has many branches and one branch, representing the service’s Gold Star families, has leaves that glow consistently with the rest. Gold Star families are survivors of military service members who lost their lives during armed hostilities, including deployments in support of military operations against an enemy and/or during an international terrorist attack... MORE

Gold Star families are survivors of military service members who lost their lives during armed hostilities, acts of terrorism and certain deployments. The Air Force’s Gold Star program provides enhanced support and outreach for the lifetime of each survivor.

AFFSC prepares to process thousands of Irma vouchers
September 28, 2017 — Air Force Financial Services Center officials anticipate processing 6,000-8,000 travel vouchers filed by Air Force members who evacuated in advance of Hurricane Irma... MORE

JBSA leaders, SAPD sign National Night Out Proclamation; event takes place Oct. 3
September 27, 2017 — Leaders from Joint Base San Antonio and the San Antonio Police Department joined together Sept. 26 to proclaim Oct. 3 as National Night Out for all JBSA locations. JBSA will be teeming with activities the evening of Oct. 3 as the installations celebrate the partnership between law enforcement and the community... MORE

(From left) Col. Thomas Miner, commander, 502nd Security and Readiness Group; Brig. Gen. Heather Pringle, commander, 502nd Air Base Wing and Joint Base San Antonio; Rear Adm. Rebecca McCormick-Boyle, commander, Navy Medicine Education and Training Command; Chief William McManus, chief, San Antonio Police Department; Col. David Raugh, commander, 502nd Force Support Group; and Mark Allen, director, 502nd Security Forces Squadron, prepare to sign the proclamation Sept. 26 for the National Night Out celebration planned at all JBSA locations for Oct. 3.

Air Force seeks community input to improve services
September 27, 2017 — Air Force officials are asking for help from the community to identify gaps and strengths in services at their local installations through the Community Feedback Tool... MORE

Air Force officials are asking for help from the community to identify gaps and strengths in services at their local installations through the Community Feedback Tool.

DLIELC manager ensures smooth partner nation in-country English language training
September 26, 2017 — Since 1954, the Defense Language Institute English Learning Center has provided English language training and services in support of security cooperation objectives. They also provide English language training to U.S. military service members whose primary language is not English. As part of that mission, they annually train students from more than 100 countries... MORE

From left to right: Col. Roy W. Collins, 37th Training Wing commander, Lt. Col. Aaron J. Franklin, 637th International Support Squadron commander, Katie Carraway, Defense Language Institute English Learning Center overseas program manager, and Maj. Gen. Robert D. LaBrutta, commander of the Second Air Force, pose for a photo May 8, 2017 at Joint Base San Antonio-Lackland, Texas. Carraway, who conducts site surveys with partner nation in-country English language training programs and makes specific recommendations to strengthen them, was honored for being selected as the 2016 Air Force International Affairs Excellence awardee.

White Rope program embodies service before self
September 26, 2017 — Each weekend as Air Force technical training students are resting up, preparing for another week of training, White Ropes of the 37th Training Wing are jumping out of bed to serve others... MORE