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Army North force protection workshop builds future strategies
August 1, 2017 — U.S. Army North (Fifth Army) hosted an anti-terrorism and force protection workshop at the Fort Sam Houston Community Center July 25-28... MORE

Force Protection officers participate in a table top discussion during a force protection and anti-terrorism workshop hosted by U.S. Army North at the Fort Sam Houston Community Center at Joint Base San Antonio-Fort Sam Houston July 25-28. More than 60 force protection personnel from 21 commands, including Air Force, Navy and Marines attended the week-long workshop to discuss changes and improvements. The workshop brought force protection leaders from other installations together to discuss current trends and future strategies on improved methods and changes for security of Army facilities, Soldiers and their families and Department of Defense civilians.

AMEDDC&S social work students making a difference at Haven for Hope
July 31, 2017 — Interning at a local non-profit organization that helps and provides services for the homeless has felt like a calling for Army 2nd Lt. Dori Lapenias, a graduate student in the U.S. Army Medical Department Center & School at Joint Base San Antonio-Fort Sam Houston... MORE

Army 2nd Lt. Dori Lapenias, a graduate student in the social work program at the U.S. Army Medical Department Center and School at Joint Base San Antonio-Fort Sam Houston, meets with a client at Haven for Hope in San Antonio July 19. Lapenias is one of four AMEDDC&S graduate students in the social work program who interned this summer at Haven for Hope, a 22-acre campus that helps homeless individuals and families with services to help them become independent and find a permanent home.

Plotting the future of educating, training and equipping Navy Medicine
July 31, 2017 — Leaders from across the Navy Medicine education, training and logistics enterprise and from the Bureau of Medicine and Surgery, or BUMED in Washington, D.C., wrapped up a 2 ½ day strategic planning offsite in San Antonio July 21... MORE

(From left) Capt. Robert Fry, Bureau of Medicine and Surgery; Rear Adm. Rebecca McCormick-Boyle, Navy Medicine Education, Training and Logistics Command commander; Cmdr. Faria Belmares, NMETLC Academics; Senior Chief Damario Payton, NMETLC Academics; and Cmdr. Thomas Sather, BUMED, pose with a framed photo of BUMED Headquarters presented to Belmares and Payton in recognition of their work supporting Navy Medicine education and training. BUMED leaders joined NMETLC and their subordinate commands in attendance at a strategic planning offsite in San Antonio.

Security forces NCOIC’s grandfather’s story a tale of valor
July 31, 2017 — When Air Force Staff Sgt. Heath Conde was a young boy growing up in Troy, Texas, his grandmother Lydia would talk about his grandfather Felix Conde-Falcon, an Army staff sergeant whose life was taken... MORE

On March 18, 2014, 45 years after his death, Felix Conde-Falcon, a native of Puerto Rico who was raised in Chicago, received the Congressional Medal of Honor, the highest award for valor in action against an enemy force. Richard Conde, traveled with other family members to Washington, D.C., to accept the posthumous award from President Barack Obama.

Schedule back-to-school physicals early
July 31, 2017 — Brooke Army Medical Center is prepared to provide the annual school physicals required to prepare students for the new school year. Special appointment times have been set up during the summer months to accommodate parents with children who need a school physical, sports physical or daycare/pre-school physical. ... MORE

Brooke Army Medical Center staff pediatrician, Dr. Phuong To, performs a back to school physical on Esperanza Alatorre, an upcoming senior at Providence Catholic High School.

Army North gains new deputy commanding general
July 31, 2017 — U.S. Army North (Fifth Army) welcomed Brig. Gen. Richard C. Kim and his family to Joint Base San Antonio-Fort Sam Houston at a welcoming ceremony held at the historic quadrangle July 27... MORE

U.S. Army North (Fifth Army) welcomed Brig. Gen. Richard C. Kim and his family to Joint Base San Antonio-Fort Sam Houston at a welcoming ceremony held at the historic quadrangle July 27. Kim assumes responsibility as the deputy commanding general and director of operations for Army North. He most recently served as the deputy director, program analysis and evaluation, Office of the Deputy Chief of Staff, G-8, Washington, D.C. The ARNORTH DCG is the eyes and ears for the commanding general and as the director of operations, is responsibility for daily and future operations and exercises. Lt. Gen. Jeffrey S. Buchanan welcomed the Kims to the Fifth Army family and said Kim possess all the qualities to accomplish the Army North mission.

Combating all that creeps, crawls and bites
July 29, 2017 — The 502nd Civil Engineer Squadron Pest Management spent one sunny morning showcasing how they combat insect and animal population on Joint Base San Antonio to the 502nd Air Base Wing and JBSA senior leadership July 20, 2017... MORE

Chief Master Sgt. Kristopher K. Berg, 502nd Air Base Wing and Joint Base San Antonio command chief, sprays pesticides at JBSA-Lackland, Texas, July 20, 2017. Senior leadership from 502nd ABW and JBSA accompanied the 502nd Civil Engineer Squadron Pest Management pest control technicians as they completed work orders and took measures to keep the insect and animal population in check throughout the installation.

ROTC cadets receive a simulated ride in a C-5M
July 29, 2017 — Reserve Officer Training Corps cadets taking part in Operations Air Force, a professional development training program for ROTC student across the United States, visited the 433rd Airlift Wing at Joint Base San Antonio-Lackland to get a better understanding about the Air Force Reserve July 26, 2017... MORE

Reserve Officer Training Corps cadets enter the C-5 flight simulator at the 733rd Training Squadron, July 26, 2017 at Joint Base San Antonio-Lackland. The cadets also visited the 433rd Maintenance Squadron's engine shop and received a C-5M Super Galaxy aircraft tour. (U.S. Air Force photo by Benjamin Faske)

Common sense plays big role in summertime activities
July 28, 2017 — The Air Force’s Summer Safety Campaign is winding down to its conclusion Labor Day weekend, but there are still plenty of opportunities for Airmen and their families to go out and enjoy the great... MORE

The Air Force’s Summer Safety Campaign is winding down to its conclusion Labor Day weekend, but there are still plenty of opportunities for Airmen and their families to go out and enjoy the great outdoors before vacation ends and the school year begins.

AF opens retraining to second term, career Airmen
July 28, 2017 — The Air Force has announced the Noncommissioned Officer Retraining Program for fiscal year 2018 and will update the number of slots available on the retraining advisory on or about Aug. 2... MORE

The Noncommissioned Officer Retraining Program allows second-term and career Airmen to retrain into undermanned career field in order to balance and sustain the enlisted force as the Air Force continues to grow. (U.S. Air Force graphic by Kat Bailey)

It’s all downhill for upbeat Airman, bobsledder
July 28, 2017 — Capt. David Simon, an elite bobsled athlete, is a stellar example of resiliency and upholding the four pillars of Comprehensive Airman Fitness: mental, physical, social and spiritual... MORE

U.S. Air Force Capt. David Simon takes a moment to focus during tryouts for the U.S. National Bobsled Team in Park City, Utah, on Nov. 2, 2016. His bid for that team ended with an injury, but he's still ultimately aiming for a spot on the U.S.A. Bobsled Team for the 2018 Winter Olympic Games in Pyeongchang, Republic of Korea. (Courtesy photo)

Air Force extends Health Professions Loan Repayment Program
July 27, 2017 — Application packages for the Air Force’s Health Professions Loan Repayment Program will now be accepted until Sept. 1. Active-duty Biomedical Sciences Corps and Nurse Corps officers are eligible to apply... MORE

The Air Force has extended the deadline to Sept. 1 to apply for the active-duty Health Professions Loan Repayment Program in fiscal year 2017. Applicants must hold a specialty in either the Biomedical Sciences or Nurse Corps. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Christopher Ruano)

Retired master sergeant attains martial arts pinnacle
July 27, 2017 — Retired Air Force Master Sgt. Harold Cherry admitted there was not a lot to do when he was growing up in the projects in Chesapeake, Va., in the 1960s.But seeing Bruce Lee’s martial arts mastery on... MORE

Surrounded by his wife, Carolynn, son Harold III and close friends, retired Air Force Master Sgt. Harold Cherry Cherry was named “Competitor of the Year” during his induction ceremony July 22 at the Hilton San Antonio Airport Hotel.

Health research and innovation prepare Air Force Medicine for future conflicts
July 27, 2017 — The Air Force Medical Service is tasked with ensuring full spectrum medical readiness for all members of the Air Force. To ensure medical Airmen are ready to deliver world-class care globally in... MORE

The Air Force Medical Service conducts extensive health research to stay on the cutting edge of health innovation and technology, delivering the highest quality care. As the Air Force prepares to execute future missions, the AFMS research focus must also shift to support new environments and requirements.

New annual Mental Health Assessment requirement begins July 31
July 27, 2017 — Starting July 31, 2017, Airmen undergoing their annual Periodic Health Assessment may notice something new. A Mental Health Assessment will now be part of every annual PHA, to help ensure that Airmen... MORE

New annual Mental Health Assessment requirement began July 31, 2017. (U.S. Air Force graphic by Steve Thompson)

New Air Force health mobile app available for patients
July 27, 2017 — The Air Force Medical Service has launched a new mobile app to connect Airmen and patients to news and information about the AFMS. The new app is a mobile version of the AFMS website, and lets users... MORE

The Air Force Medical Service is launching a mobile app that will let users access the news and information available on the AFMS website right from their smartphones.

June Diamond Sharp Award Winners
July 26, 2017 — The intent of the Diamond Sharp award is to recognize individuals that demonstrate outstanding performance and professionalism on a daily basis. They are the Airmen that come to work early and leave late. They’re full of energy and are capable of acting or reacting strongly to any situation. They’re the outstanding specialists who wear their uniform proudly and represent our Core Values every day... MORE

BAMC NCO earns medal at air rifle competition
July 26, 2017 — Army Staff Sgt. Marcus Menchaca (left), Warrior Transition Battalion, Brooke Army Medical Center, is congratulated by BAMC Command Sgt. Maj. Diamond Hough (center) and BAMC Commander Brig. Gen. Jeffrey Johnson (right) after winning the bronze medal in the air pistol competition July 6 at McCormick Place Convention Center, Chicago, Ill., during the 2017 Department of Defense Warrior Games... MORE

U.S. Army Staff Sgt. Marcus Menchaca (left), Warrior Transition Battalion, Brooke Army Medical Center, is congratulated by BAMC Command Sgt. Maj. Diamond Hough (center) and BAMC Commander Brig. Gen. Jeffrey Johnson (right) after winning the bronze medal in the air pistol competition July 6, at McCormick Place Convention Center, Chicago, Ill., during the 2017 Department of Defense Warrior Games. The DoD Warrior Games are an adaptive sports competition for wounded, ill and injured service members and veterans. Approximately 265 athletes representing teams from the Army, Marine Corps, Navy, Air Force, Special Operations Command, United Kingdom Armed Forces and the Australian Defence Force competed June 30 – July 8 in archery, cycling, track, field, shooting, sitting volleyball, swimming and wheelchair basketball.

Air Force Medical Service asks “What’s your Why”
July 26, 2017 — The Air Force Medical Service launches the “What’s Your Why” campaign on August 1, 2017. The campaign’s goal is encourage AFMS Airmen and patients to share their own Trusted Care story. Each Airmen... MORE

Share your story today! Trusted Care culture enables all Airmen and beneficiaries to own the delivery of safe and reliable care. Everyone has unique reasons “why” that fuel their commitment to the Trusted Care journey. The "What's Your Why" Campaign aims to inspire and incite change through the power of storytelling.

Acquisition roundtable focuses on small business interests
July 26, 2017 — Army small business specialists from throughout the country participated in roundtable discussions July 18-20 at Joint Base San Antonio-Fort Sam Houston as federal agencies finalize their spending strategies in the government’s final quarter of the fiscal year... MORE

Victor Gallegos discusses the Department of Defense Civilian Acquisition Workforce Personnel Demonstration, or AcqDemo, Project appraisal system with small business specialists from throughout the Mission and Installation Contracting Command July 18 at Joint Base San Antonio-Fort Sam Houston, Texas. MICC small business specialists were at the installation July 18-20 for roundtable discussions and training as the command enters the final quarter of the federal fiscal year of contract awards.