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Commentary: Is this the right one?
September 19, 2017 — As leaders, we need to remember our words, actions, and the “bait” we select in developing our Airmen, must be carefully considered for optimal impact. Not only do we need to know whom we are trying to reach, but also understand their motivations and the best way to get them to embrace our message... MORE

Tech. Sgt. Jason Kadisak, 331st Training Squadron military training instructor, provides marching instructions to newly arrived Air Force basic trainees May 20, 2015, at Joint Base San Antonio-Lackland, Texas. Military training instructors are vital to maintaining the world’s greatest Air Force. In 7 ½ weeks, MTIs transform America’s sons and daughters from civilians into Airmen by instilling discipline, attention to detail, esprit de corps and challenging them physically and mentally. (U.S. Air Force photo by Johnny Saldivar/released)

METC combat medic instructor memorialized during classroom dedication
September 18, 2017 — John D. Darsey, known as “J.D.” by his friends and co-workers, was remembered as a dedicated, loyal, and trustworthy member of the Army combat medic training team during a memorial service and classroom dedication ceremony at the Medical Education and Training Campus Aug. 11... MORE

John D. Darsey, known as “J.D.” by his friends and co-workers, was remembered as a dedicated, loyal, and trustworthy member of the Army combat medic training team during a memorial service and classroom dedication ceremony Aug. 11. Darsey, an emergency medical technician, or EMT, instructor at the Medical Education and Training Campus department of combat medic training, or DCMT, passed away July 9.

59th Medical Wing first in Defense Department to earn important accreditation
September 18, 2017 — The Association for the Accreditation of Human Research Protection Programs, or AAHRPP, an independent, non-profit accrediting body, has welcomed its newest, fully-accredited member – the 59th Medical Wing, located at Joint Base San Antonio-Lackland... MORE

The Association for the Accreditation of Human Research Protection Programs, an independent, non-profit accrediting body, has welcomed its newest, fully-accredited member – the 59th Medical Wing, located on Joint Base San Antonio-Lackland, Texas.

BOSS Strong competitors keep first aid in mind
September 18, 2017 — The BOSS Strong Championship included events which enable and enhance the development of the individual Soldier and the balance and performance of the team, even when presented with a casualty on the battlefield... MORE

The BOSS Strong Championship included events which enable and enhance the development of the individual Soldier and the balance and performance of the team, even when presented with a casualty on the battlefield. World Class Athletes conducted First Aid training called "Tactical Combat Casualty Care (TC3)" and incorporated the lessons so they will contribute to the overall score of each team in the competition. Soldiers were graded in two-man teams, including their coaches, on how they perform in three basic first aid skills designed to save lives on the battlefield.

Commander remembers AETC, AF Anniversaries
September 18, 2017 — JOINT BASE SAN ANTONIO-RANOLPH, Texas--There is a statue in front of our headquarters building. Written on it is a name - Air Training Command - that sounds antiquated to me, and to the men and women... MORE

502nd OSS supports MASS mission
September 18, 2017 — The Air Force Reserve’s 910th Airlift Wing, a special team based out of Youngstown Air Reserve Station, Ohio, was recently deployed to Joint Base San Antonio-Lackland Kelly Field, Texas to conduct nightly aerial spray missions in eastern Texas with the help of the 502nd Operations Support Squadron... MORE

Joint Base Charleston – Weapons Station, S.C. – A specially-modified Air Force Reserve C-130 Hercules tactical cargo aircraft, assigned to the 910th Airlift Wing, based at Youngstown Air Reserve Station, Ohio, disperses a water-diluted EPA-approved insecticide over an area known as the spoils site here, June 15, 2013. The 30-acre ‘spoils site’ is known to produce approximately 40-million mosquitoes per acre, or 1.2 billion of the pest insects, annually. The 910th’s Aerial Spray Unit conducted spraying operations here, June 15, 2013 to control the population of the disease-carrying pest insects at the installation. The 910th sprayed approximately 16,500 acres to provide much sought relief for the base’s populace. The 910th’s 757th Airlift Squadron is home to the Department of Defense’s only large-area, fixed-wing aerial spray capability. U.S. Air Force photo by Tech. Sgt. Rick Lisum.

Mission support units educate Honorary Commanders
September 16, 2017 — More than a dozen 433rd Airlift Wing Honorary Commanders toured the 433rd Mission Support Group units Sept. 9 at Joint Base San Antonio-Lackland... MORE

433rd Honorary Commanders visit 433rd MSG

South Gate returns to normal operations at JBSA-Randolph
September 15, 2017 — The South Gate at Joint Base San Antonio-Randolph, Texas will return to normal operations and operating hours on Sept. 19... MORE

Cole principal spearheads school supply drive to help schoolchildren affected by Hurricane Harvey
September 15, 2017 — Children in a South Texas community affected by Hurricane Harvey are receiving school supplies thanks to the generosity of teachers, students and families in the Fort Sam Houston Independent School District... MORE

Dr. Jill Blankenship, principal of Blaschke Sheldon Elementary in the Ingleside Independent School District and Sylvia Elizondo, the superintendent's administrative assistant, open supplies donated by Robert G. Cole Middle and High School at Joint Base San Antonio-Fort Sam Houston.

JBSA-Randolph defenders provide ‘flawless’ protection of FEMA assets
September 15, 2017 — As Federal Emergency Management Agency trailers continue to be hauled away from the south ramp of Joint Base San Antonio-Randolph, members of the 902nd Security Forces Squadron are nearing the end of the important role they played in Hurricane Harvey relief efforts... MORE

Base access ID cards available to Gold Star family members
September 15, 2017 — The family members of Airmen who have died in action have access to Joint Base San Antonio locations as part of an Air Force initiative that began this year... MORE

Ms. Nikki Kelly is a gold star family member, here she is photographed with Mrs. Kathleen Moore, chief of Airman Family Readiness Center and Mrs. Crisselda Smith, community readiness consultant at the AFRC office August 4, 2017 at Joint Base San Antonio-Randolph, Texas. Kelly traveled from Houston to acquire her base access pass with the assistance of the AFRC staff.

Honor Flight: When monuments come to life
September 15, 2017 — Imagine with me for a moment standing in front of some of the most famous military statues and monuments in our country. Imagine the figure atop coming to life or the name on the wall taking form... MORE

Brig. Gen. Heather Pringle, commander, 502nd Air Base Wing and Joint Base San Antonio, and Lt. Eleanor C. Bjoring, an Air Force nurse during the Korean War, at the homecoming ceremonies of Honor Flight San Antonio flight 007 at the San Antonio International Airport.

Crime and punishment at Joint Base San Antonio
September 15, 2017 — During the months of August and September, Air Force and Army commanders at Joint Base San Antonio administered a number of nonjudicial punishment actions under Article 15 of the Uniform Code of Military Justice... MORE

DOD's senior NCO leads BOSS Strong competitors in grueling PT workout
September 15, 2017 — The Department of Defense's senior non-commissioned officer led Soldiers competing in the first BOSS Strong Championship on a demanding one-hour physical training session Sept. 12 which would bring many to their knees... MORE

CSM Troxell address three teams in the BOSS Strong Championship and briefs them on the training they are about to receive.

JBSA security forces schedule National Night Out activities
September 14, 2017 — Joint Base San Antonio will be teeming with activities the evening of Oct. 3 as the installation celebrates the partnership between law enforcement and the community during National Night Out... MORE

Military Working Dog Sonja attacks Senior Airman Travis Counts, 802nd Security Forces Squadron MWD handler, as her handler, Staff Sgt. Paul Olmos, 802nd SFS, watches on as part of a demonstration during National Night Out Oct. 6, 2015, at Joint Base San Antonio-Lackland, Texas. At the annual event there was also a bouncy castle, police cars, fire trucks, a Humvee, face painting station, firearms display, a station that taught how to use a taser and a station that taught children scare away attackers with a baton. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Krystal Wright/Released)

Army Emergency Relief raises approval authority levels
September 14, 2017 — The approval authority levels for the Army Emergency Relief Commander’s Referral Program, or CRP, which is available for company commanders and first sergeants, has been raised has increased from $1,500 to $2,000 as of Sept. 1... MORE

First BOSS Strong Championship to shape future Soldiers functional fitness
September 14, 2017 — Teams of America's rugged professionals -- U.S. Army Soldiers from across the globe -- have converged on San Antonio from Sept. 11-24 to determine who best represents readiness, fitness, and resilience. Five teams of six Soldiers began the BOSS Strong Championship Sept. 11 at Retama Park, competing in a sequence of daily events that measure application of the five healthy aspects of Army life: physical, mental, emotional, social, and spiritual well-being... MORE

Alpha Warrior riggers begin assembling a Battle Rig Aug. 28 to be used in the 2017 BOSS Strong Championship, taking place Sept. 11-24 in San Antonio, at the Fort Sam Houston Theatre.

Air Force announces 100 percent promotion opportunity to major
September 14, 2017 — In the latest move to restore the Air Force’s readiness and lethality, senior leaders are taking a closer look at officer performance management with a focus on developing leaders and retaining the talented professionals the service needs... MORE

Department of Defense combats human trafficking
September 13, 2017 — With more than an estimated 21 million victims in modern-day slavery worldwide and an estimated 600,000 to 800,000 new victims each year, human trafficking is a problem that has plagued humanity throughout its existence... MORE

Cyberspace squadron celebrates 100 years
September 13, 2017 — The 91st Cyberspace Operations Squadron at Joint Base San Antonio-Lackland spent the week of Aug. 21-26 celebrating its 100th anniversary with a week of festivities designed to both honor its heritage and its cyber Airmen who accomplish the mission daily... MORE

Technical Sgt. Blake Butzer shows a group of family members through the 91st Cyberspace Operations Squadron spaces during an Open House Aug. 25 at Joint Base San Antonio-Lackland, Texas, in support of the 91st COS Centennial. During this event family and friends were treated to snacks, a mission briefing, and a tour of the unit. (Courtesy photo)