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Conference of American Armies cycle closes, transfers to Dominican Republic
November 15, 2017 — The 32nd Cycle of the Conference of American Armies ended Nov. 9 after a three-day conference in Washington, D.C. The conference was hosted by Chief of Staff of the U.S. Army Gen. Mark A. Milley and attended by 20 member nations, five observer nations and three international organization members. ... MORE

U.S. Army Chief of Staff Gen. Mark A. Milley and U.S. Army South Commander Maj. Gen. Mark R. Stammer take part in the vote in to induct Barbados and Jamaica into the Conference of American Armies during the commanders conference Nov. 6-9 in Washington, D.C. The conference was hosted by Chief of Staff of the U.S. Army Gen. Mark A. Milley and was attended by 20-member nations, five observer nations and three international organization members.

Army’s first Hispanic four-star general laid to rest
November 15, 2017 — Military funeral honors services for retired Army General Richard E. Cavazos took place Nov. 14 at the Fort Sam Houston National Cemetery. Cavazos died on Oct. 29 after a long illness. He was 88. Cavazos, who served more than 33 years, became the Army’s first Hispanic four-star general... MORE

The casket of retired Gen. Richard E. Cavazos, the U.S. Army's first Hispanic four-star general, is transported by the Joint Base San Antonio-Fort Sam Houston Caisson Section during his internment ceremony Nov. 14 at Fort Sam Houston National Cemetery, San Antonio, Texas. In 1976 Mexican-American Cavazos made military history by becoming the first Hispanic to attain the rank of brigadier general in the United States Army. Less than 20 years later, the native Texan would again make history by being appointed the Army's first Hispanic four-star general. He had been retired since 1984 and died Oct. 29 after a long illness at 88.

Commentary: Developing my leadership tree
November 15, 2017 — To have a strong leadership tree, it needs the five team leader concepts: self-awareness, values and principles, motivation, support, and a balanced life. These concepts help me ensure I am able to effectively take care of the mission as well as the people I lead... MORE

A strong leadership tree needs the five team leader concepts: self-awareness, values and principles, motivation, support, and a balanced life.

Sutherland Springs victims, married Airmen, honored
November 14, 2017 — Civilian employees and military members at Joint Base Andrews, Maryland joined with their Air Force colleagues and the families of two of the Sutherland Springs shooting victims for a funeral Nov. 9, 2017 at Joint Base San Antonio-Randolph, Texas... MORE

More than 500 people attended a funeral in the Fleenor Auditorium at Joint Base San Antonio-Randolph's Building 100, Taj Mahal, Nov. 9, 2017 for Senior Master Sgt. Karen Marshall and her husband Robert Scott Marshall. The couple were killed in a shooting at First Baptist Church in Sutherland Springs, Texas Nov. 5, 2017. Karen was an Active Guard and Reserve member and Scott was a civilian employee with the 12th Flying Training Wing.

Keep safety in mind in seasonal, holiday plans
November 14, 2017 — Temperature changes, shorter daylight hours, increased travel and emotional overload are hallmarks of the fall, winter and holiday seasons that safety officials say result in preventable mishaps... MORE

Temperature changes, shorter daylight hours, increased travel and emotional overload are hallmarks of the fall, winter and holiday seasons that safety officials say result in preventable mishaps.

Federal Benefits Open Season runs through Dec. 11
November 14, 2017 — This year's Federal Benefits Open Season runs from Nov. 13 through Dec. 11, 2017, and includes the Federal Employees Health Benefits program, the Federal Employees Dental and Vision Insurance Program and the Federal Flexible Spending Account program... MORE

This year's Federal Benefits Open Season runs from Nov. 13 through Dec. 11, 2017, and includes the Federal Employees Health Benefits program, the Federal Employees Dental and Vision Insurance Program and the Federal Flexible Spending Account program.

BAMC trauma chief praises medical response to Sutherland Springs shooting
November 14, 2017 — The community teamwork and medical response the afternoon of the Sutherland Springs shooting was "extremely heartwarming," noted Brooke Army Medical Center 's trauma chief. BAMC received eight victims -- six adults and two minors -- from the mass shooting Nov. 5 in the small community church in Sutherland Springs, about 30 miles east of San Antonio. One adult patient was discharged last week and seven remain in BAMC's care... MORE

Brooke Army Medical Center commanding general Brig. Gen. Jeffrey Johnson addresses members of the media Nov. 6, 2017 during a press conference about the victims of the mass shooting in Sutherland Springs, Texas. As part of the San Antonio trauma system, Brooke Army Medical Center received eight patients -- six adults and two minors.

Take command: Enroll now for 2018 TRICARE coverage
November 14, 2017 — On Jan. 1, 2018, there are a number of changes coming to your TRICARE benefit. This includes a change to the current TRICARE regions. The current three regions (North, South and West) will become two regions (East and West). There will be new regional contractors for the new East and West regions. Humana Military will manage the East Region and Health Net Federal Services, LLC will manage the West Region. In preparation for this change, enrollments in TRICARE health plans will be delayed while beneficiary files are transferred to the incoming regional contractors. The delay period, or an enrollment freeze, will begin on Dec. 1, 2017 and last approximately three weeks, or until the data transfer is complete... MORE

Starting Jan. 1, 2018, cost changes for TRICARE benefits transition from a fiscal year period to a calendar year period. Changing from fiscal year (Oct. 1 – Sept. 30) to calendar year (Jan. 1 – Dec. 31) makes the TRICARE benefit consistent with civilian health plans. The change will largely affect those plans which have an enrollment fee and are currently billed by the fiscal year.

Army Chief of Staff visits Brooke Army Medical Center
November 13, 2017 — U.S. Army Chief of Staff Gen. Mark A. Milley visits with patients and staff at Brooke Army Medical Center in honor of Veterans Day Nov. 11, 2017... MORE

Brooke Army Medical Center Commanding General Brig. Gen. Jeffrey Johnson (right) discusses the BAMC trauma mission with U.S. Army Chief of Staff Gen. Mark A. Milley Nov. 11, 2017 as Col. Michael Ludwig, deputy commander for Inpatient Services, looks on. Milley spent Veterans Day visiting with patients and staff at BAMC.

Fueled: Hurdles ignite 59th MDW Airman’s path
November 13, 2017 — My grandma was in charge of drug and weapon distribution from the east coast down to the Caribbean," said Tech. Sgt. Claudio Collazo Jr, 59th Medical Operations Squadron healthcare manager... MORE

Tech. Sgt. Claudio Collazo Jr., a command section staff member from the 59th Medical Operations Squadron, poses for a photo on October 6, 2017, at Joint Base San Antonio-Lackland, Texas. Collazo overcame significant adversity throughout life, fueling his drive for success.

Sailors talk STEM careers at local chamber expo
November 13, 2017 — Sailors from Navy Recruiting District San Antonio spoke to schoolchildren about STEM-related careers and put on scientific demonstrations during the 8th Annual San Antonio Hispanic Chamber of Commerce CORE4 STEM Expo at the Freeman Expo Hall in San Antonio Nov. 7-8... MORE

Petty Officer 1st Class Ian MacKay, Navy Recruiting District San Antonio nuclear field coordinator for South Texas, explains to middle school students about an experiment with a plastic bottle rocket at the 8th Annual San Antonio Hispanic Chamber of Commerce CORE4 STEM Expo Nov. 8 at the Freeman Expo Hall.

Reserve duty offers benefits to Airmen from health professions, other career fields
November 13, 2017 — Air Force members who plan to separate from active duty often choose to maintain their ties to the military by opting for a reserve commitment that gives them the opportunity to work in the civilian sector and still serve their country... MORE

‘Mail early’ the message for timely delivery of Christmas packages
November 13, 2017 — With the holiday season drawing ever closer, it’s time for the families of service members deployed overseas or assigned to installations outside the United States to prepare their cards and packages for delivery to their loved ones in time for Christmas... MORE

Kenneth Collins (left), United States Postal Services sales and services associate, receives a package from Joe Beach, 502nd Air Base Wing Public Affairs graphic artist, Nov. 15 at the Joint Base San Antonio-Randolph Post Office. The holiday rush at U.S. Postal Service locations is near at hand, so it’s advisable for the families of active-duty members who are serving abroad to mail cards, letters and packages to their loved ones as soon as possible.

IAAFA’s first female flight instructor continues to make history
November 13, 2017 — She may only weigh about a 100 pounds, but her expertise in flying a 2-ton fighter plane and years of extensive work in aviation helped Maj. Maria Tejada-Quintana land a historic guest instructor position at the Inter-American Air Forces Academy at Joint Base San Antonio-Lackland... MORE

Maj. Maria Tejada-Quintana, a guest instructor at the Inter-American Air Forces Academy at Joint Base San Antonio-Lackland, is the only female flight guest instructor teaching international students from partner nations in the Western Hemisphere.

Thunderbirds member enjoys her air show homecoming
November 12, 2017 — As the crowd cheered in unison as the U.S. Air Force Aerial Demonstration Squadron "Thunderbirds" soared overhead, Staff Sgt. Rebecca Coronado-Ortiz was dialed into her headset and radio, prepared to provide whatever the team needed during the 2017 Joint Base San Antonio Air Show and Open House Nov. 5 at Kelly Field Annex... MORE

Behind the stars: An interview with the AETC commander
November 10, 2017 — Members of Air Education and Training Command are prepared to bid farewell to Lt. Gen. Darryl Roberson, who for the last two and a half years, has served as their commander... MORE

U.S. Air Force Lt. Gen. Daryl Roberson has spent the last two and a half years as commander of Air Education and Training Command at Joint Base San Antonio-Randolph, Texas.

America’s Navy makes impact during JBSA Air Show, Open House
November 9, 2017 — America’s Navy participated in the 2017 Joint Base San Antonio Air Show and Open House at JBSA-Lackland Kelly Field Annex Nov. 3-5... MORE

Petty Officer Dalisay De Ocampo of Lakewood, Wash., speaks with Garret Nunnelly, a sophomore attending Floresville High School, about career opportunities during the 2017 Joint Base San Antonio Air Show and Open House aboard JBSA-Lackland Kelly Field Annex. Nunnelly was amongst 3,200 high school students attending the pre-day rehearsals of the air show and visiting the Navy’s virtual reality experience, the “Nimitz”. De Ocampo is a Navy recruiter assigned to Navy Recruiting Station Mercado, Navy Recruiting District San Antonio and originally from Cavite, the Philippines.

JBSA-Camp Bullis hosts the best of the best at Best Medic competition
November 9, 2017 — Army Staff Sgt. Richard Philbin and Staff Sgt. Joseph M. Rangel from the 75th Ranger Regiment came in first place at the 2017 Army Best Medic Competition at Joint Base San Antonio-Camp Bullis recently... MORE

Staff Sgt. Lionel Semon and Sgt. Rolando Fender, assigned to the Airborne and Ranger Training Brigade drag an injured Soldier out of harms way during the tactical combat casualty care (TC3) lane.

2017 JBSA Air Show and Open House
November 9, 2017 — Photos from the 2017 Joint Base San Antonio Air Show and Open House. Air shows allow the U.S. military and civilian demonstration teams to display their capabilities through aerial demonstrations and static displays and allowed attendees an opportunity to get up close and personal to see some of the equipment and aircraft used by the U.S. military. MORE

The Air Force displayed capabilities of their aircraft through aerial demonstrations and static displays.

Mission and Installation Contracting Command exceeds small business goals for third consecutive year
November 9, 2017 — The award of approximately $2.1 billion in contracts to small businesses in fiscal 2017 drove the Mission and Installation Contracting Command to achieve all five of its socioeconomic goals for the third consecutive year... MORE

Officials with the Mission and Installation Contracting Command Small Business Programs credit industry outreach efforts across the command as a vital tool in helping meeting the organization’s small business goals. In August, approximately 100 representatives from small and large industry took part in an acquisition forecast open house conducted by the MICC-Fort Sam Houston contracting office in San Antonio. With more than 60 businesses represented, those in attendance heard from leaders from the MICC headquarters and contracting office on the value of small business participation in helping improve market research and increase competition.