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Air Force Director of Security Forces visits Total Force Defenders at Alamo Wing
June 3, 2025 — Brig. Gen. Brian A. Filler, Director of Security Forces, Deputy Chief of Staff for Logistics, Engineering and Force Protection, Headquarters U.S. Air Force, visited the 433rd Security Forces Squadron at Joint base San Antonio-Lackland on May 3, meeting with Citizen Airmen and neighboring defenders from the Texas Air National Guard’s 149th Fighter Wing. ... MORE

Brig. Gen. Brian A. Filler, Director of Security Forces, Deputy Chief of Staff for Logistics, Engineering and Force Protection, Headquarters U.S. Air Force, poses for a photo with Citizen Airmen defenders during a tour of the 433rd SFS at Joint Base San Antonio-Lackland, Texas, May 3, 2025.

559th FTS instructor pilots evaluate VMax Championships
June 3, 2025 — Instructor pilots from the 559th Flying Training Squadron recently lent their expertise as evaluators in a groundbreaking high school flight simulation competition on May 9, 2025, aimed at cultivating the next generation of aviators... MORE

JBSA’s Heart Link ‘Arrive & Thrive’ program connects and equips new military spouses
June 3, 2025 — The JBSA Military and Family Readiness Center (M&FRC) hosted a Heart Link presents “Arrive & Thrive” Spouses Expo orientation for new military spouses at the Freedom Chapel, May 15, 2025. ... MORE

Heart Link Program Connects and informs New Military Spouses at JBSA

Last Week in DOD: Additional DOGE savings, strengthening VA partnership, homeschool review
June 3, 2025 — Last week, the Defense Department announced the Department of Government Efficiency found additional savings, a strengthening partnership with the Department of Veteran's Affairs and recognizing the importance of homeschooling for military families... MORE

In a graphic, a plaque of the Department of Defense is shown in a building while on the right three photos with service members and airplanes is shown.

433rd Airlift Wing Citizen Airmen provide crucial airlift support to Marine Raiders
June 2, 2025 — Citizen Airmen from the 433rd Airlift Wing from Joint base San Antonio-Lackland provided crucial airlift support to Marine Raiders assigned to the Marine Special Operations Reserve Detachment and Chilean Special Forces personnel as part of Exercise Southern Star ‘25... MORE

Citizen Airmen Support MARSOC During Southern Star ‘25

Phase II of CSAF’s Integrating Risk and Readiness campaign announced
June 2, 2025 — Recently, the Air Force Safety Center announced Phase II in the Air Force Chief of Staff’s Integrating Risk and Readiness campaign. Phase II of the campaign will focus on embedding risk management principles throughout all levels of command using the Policy, Practice, Tools, and Training construct to achieve consistent application of risk management processes in policy development, operational practices, training programs, and the deployment of risk management tools... MORE

The Air Force Safety Center announced Phase II in the Air Force Chief of Staff’s Integrating Risk and Readiness campaign. Phase II of the campaign will focus on embedding risk management principles throughout all levels of command using the Policy, Practice, Tools, and Training construct to achieve consistent application of risk management processes in policy development, operational practices, training programs, and the deployment of risk management tools.

U.S. Embassy personnel meet with 433rd Airlift Wing Citizen Airmen participating in Exercise Southern Star
June 2, 2025 — Several dozen personnel from the U.S. Embassy in Chile and their families met with 433rd Airlift Wing Citizen Airmen participating in Exercise Southern Star ‘25 during a C-5M Super Galaxy Tour at Arturo Merino Benitez International Airport in Santiago, Chile, May 31, 2025... MORE

U.S. Embassy Personnel Meet With Southern Star Participants

960th Cyberspace Wing host 5th Annual Mental Health & Resiliency Fair
June 2, 2025 — The 960th Cyberspace Wing hosted the 5th Annual Mental Health and Resiliency Fair in-person and virtually at the Bob Hope Performing Arts Center at Joint Base San Antonio-Lackland, Texas, on May 4, 2025... MORE

Frances Martinez, 960th CW director of psychological health, and other servicemembers arrives at the first rest station during the mental health awareness walk on JBSA-Lackland, Texas on May 3, 2025. (US Air Force photo by Alex Dieguez)

340th Flying Training Group hosts spring 2025 MUTA
June 2, 2025 — The 340th Flying Training Group hosted its spring mandatory unit training assembly, or MUTA, at Joint Base San Antonio-Randolph, Texas, May 15-16, 2025... MORE

340th FTG hosts spring 2025 MUTA, highlights top performers, readiness, and training

Hegseth outlines U.S. vision for Indo-Pacific, addresses China threat
June 2, 2025 — While delivering plenary remarks at the 2025 Shangri-La Dialogue in Singapore, Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth outlined to numerous Asian ally countries DOD's vision for the Indo-Pacific region, while addressing the strategic threat posed by China... MORE

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DOD makes plans to reduce discretionary PCS budget by half over next 5 years
June 2, 2025 — The Defense Department directed military departments to look at how their services could reduce their discretionary permanent change of station move budgets as a way to increase geographic stability to families, increase department efficiency and reduce costs for the department. ... MORE

Unlock your health: How to get mental health care with TRICARE
May 30, 2025 — Mental health is a vital part of your overall well-being. Whether you’re having difficulty managing day-to-day stress or navigating more complex challenges, TRICARE offers mental health support when — and where — you need it... MORE

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Air Force selects 6,043 in 25E7 master sergeant promotion cycle; list posts June 5
May 30, 2025 — Air Force officials selected 6,043 technical sergeants for promotion to master sergeant out of 25,805 eligible for a selection rate of 23.42 percent in the 25E7 promotion cycle, which includes supplemental promotion opportunities... MORE

Air Force secretary tells Air Force Academy grads Indo-Pacific will be 'your generation's fight'
May 30, 2025 — During a commencement speech at the U.S. Air Force Academy, Air Force Secretary Troy E. Meink told graduating cadets the U.S. Indo-Pacific region will be the primary focus of military conflict in the coming years. ... MORE

MICC commander speaks to San Antonio graduates
May 29, 2025 — Brig. Gen. Freddy Adams, commanding general of the Mission and Installation Contracting Command on Joint Base San Antonio-Fort Sam Houston, served as guest speaker May 23 at the San Antonio Academy during its 139th-annual commencement ceremony in San Antonio, Texas... MORE

Dermatology eConsults make skin care easier
May 29, 2025 — People can now receive virtual dermatology care from anywhere! New eConsult offering lets you skip the wait and get expert dermatology care right from home. If you’re dealing with a rash, acne, or a spot you’re concerned about, you can now send your case directly to the Lackland Dermatology team using the MHS GENESIS Patient Portal. ... MORE

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DOD Brain Health Initiative helps protect service members
May 29, 2025 — Monitoring brain health is essential for service members, as exposure to blast overpressure can lead to brain injuries that impair critical cognitive and motor functions, ultimately impacting operational effectiveness and long-term well-being. ... MORE

Three service members in camouflage uniforms kneel around a mortar tube and launch a round.

JBSA-Lackland’s 'One Base, One Network': A key milestone in connectivity and cybersecurity
May 28, 2025 — Joint Base San Antonio-Lackland marks a transformation in its information technology infrastructure with the “One Base, One Network” initiative that integrates the Texas Air National Guard 149th Fighter Wing into the Department of the Air Force enterprise network on JBSA-Lackland... MORE

Personnel assigned to 502nd Communication Squadron and 149th Fighter Wing who participated in the "One Base One Network" initiative pose for a photo at Joint Base San Antonio-Lackland, Texas, April 29, 2025. This initiative integrates the Texas Air National Guard 149FW into the Department of the Air Force enterprise network on JBSA-Lackland to consolidate multiple networks under a single, secure and efficient platform that enhances cybersecurity, improves mission effectiveness and streamlines operations for all mission partners. (U.S. Air Force photo by Zelideth Rodriguez)

Hegseth orders review of homeschool support efforts
May 27, 2025 — The Defense Department has initiated a review of the department's existing support for homeschooling by military-connected families... MORE

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Senior Enlisted Advisor to the Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff announcement
May 27, 2025 — The Office of the Senior Enlisted Advisor to the Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff (OSEAC) announced today the following assignment: The Office of the Senior Enlisted Advisor to the Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff (OSEAC) announced today the following assignment: ... MORE