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Antiterrorism efforts are everyone’s responsibility
August 31, 2016 — As Antiterrorism Awareness Month comes to a close, it’s important to remember that vigilance is required year-round to protect ourselve from the global threat of terrorism... MORE

ARNORTH deputy to the commanding general speaks at equality event
August 31, 2016 — Robert Naething, U.S. Army North deputy to the commanding general, spoke on the importance of diversity at the Alamo Federal Executive Board’s Partners in Equality Training Conference at the Schertz Civic Center Aug. 17... MORE

Robert Naething (right) talks with keynote speaker Sonia Clayton (center) and Alamo Federal Executive Board executive director Lisa Alonzo (left) before the start of the Alamo Federal Executive Board’s Partners in Equality Training Conference at the Schertz Civic Center Aug. 17. Naething is the deputy to the U.S. Army North commanding general.

BAMC commander holds town halls about Command Climate Survey
August 31, 2016 — Brooke Army Medical Center Commander Brig. Gen. Jeffrey Johnson held six town hall meetings with staff to address areas of concern and provide his feedback and actions based on the results of the recent Command Climate Survey... MORE

Brooke Army Medical Center Commander Brig. Gen. Jeffrey Johnson addresses staff members Aug. 24 during a town hall meeting to provide his feedback and actions based on the results of the recent Command Climate Survey.

Lt. Gen. Jeffrey Buchanan takes command of U.S. Army North (Fifth Army)
August 31, 2016 — Lt. Gen. Jeffrey S. Buchanan took command of U.S. Army North (Fifth Army) Friday at the Quadrangle at Fort Sam Houston in front of family, friends, Soldiers and distinguished members of the community... MORE

Laura Buchanan, wife of Lt. Gen. Jeffrey S. Buchanan, receives roses from a U.S. Army North Soldier to welcome her to the ARNORTH family during the ARNORTH change of command ceremony at the Fort Sam Houston Quadrangle Friday.

JBSA members participate in Camp Gladiator
August 31, 2016 — Camp Gladiator workout Aug. 27, 2016. MORE

U.S. Army Staff Sgt. Krista Ihde, 341st Training Squadron Advanced Individual Training platoon sergeant, and other participants perform bear crawls during a Camp Gladiator workout Aug. 27, 2016 at the Rambler Fitness Center Track. The event featured four 20-minute stations, each representing a different week of the Camp Gladiator program.

JBSA-Randolph youth experience 'Kids in Motion'
August 31, 2016 — September is National Childhood Obesity Awareness Month. MORE

Children take off from the starting line during the Kids in Motion event Aug. 27, 2016 at Joint Base San Antonio-Randolph’s Heritage Park. The 359th Medical Group and Human Performance Resource Center hosted the free event in recognition of September’s National Childhood Obesity Awareness Month.

Commander signs National Preparedness Month proclamation
August 31, 2016 — Brig. Gen. Heather L. Pringle (right), 502nd Air Base Wing and Joint Base San Antonio commander, signs a letter proclaiming September as National Preparedness Month, while Army Col. Mark A. Lee... MORE

September is National Preparedness Month.

Diamond Sharp Award
August 31, 2016 — Staff Sgt. Charnae Simon, (left), receives the First Sergeant Diamond Sharp Award from Senior Master Sgt. Matthew Gilbert Aug. 19 at Joint Base San Antonio-Randolph. The Diamond Sharp Award recognizes... MORE

The Diamond Sharp Award recognizes Airmen who have actively demonstrated their commitment to the Air Force values or have gone above and beyond in helping others.

JBSA Staff Sgt. Selects
August 31, 2016 — Out of 39,064 eligible senior airmen, 16,506 were selected for promotion with a selection rate of 42.25 percent. MORE

Joint Base San Antonio-Lackland staff sergeant selectees gather for a group photo after being notified of their selection Aug. 25, 2016 at JBSA-Lackland. Out of 39,064 eligible senior airmen, 16,506 were selected for promotion with a selection rate of 42.25 percent.

More than 750 students benefit from JBSA backpack drive
August 31, 2016 — More than 750 schoolchildren received backpacks and school supplies collected during the sixth annual Build-a-Backpack Program drive sponsored by the Joint Base San Antonio School Liaison Office from... MORE

Donated school supplies and backpacks are assembled for distribution to children of active-duty members, retirees and reservists in five area school districts surrounding Joint Base San Antonio locations. More than 750 schoolchildren received backpacks and school supplies collected during the sixth annual Build-a-Backpack Program drive sponsored by the Joint Base San Antonio School Liaison Office from July 25-Aug. 10.

ADAPT program focuses on mitigating substance misuse
August 31, 2016 — Active-duty members, family members and civilian personnel who are struggling with drug and alcohol addiction can seek help through a Joint Base San Antonio program that provides education and... MORE

Construction doubles space for Child Development Program
August 31, 2016 — It’s a momentous time for Joint Base San Antonio-Randolph’s Child Development Program.The CDP, which supports the Air Force mission by providing full-day care for children between the ages of 6 weeks... MORE

Treasea Landreth (right), child youth program assistant, helps Elizabeth Hernandez navigate through a computer program Aug. 17, 2016 at the Joint Base San Antonio-Randolph Child Development Center. Following a lengthy construction and renovation project which doubled the space of its two facilities, the CDP will accommodate 282 children – 192 at its main building on New B Street West and 90 at its annex on H Street.

JBSA members urged to celebrate Labor Day safely
August 31, 2016 — When Labor Day weekend starts Friday, Joint Base San Antonio active-duty members, families and civilians are certain to take advantage of the last holiday of the summer by participating in... MORE

Labor Day weekend starts Friday, Joint Base San Antonio active-duty members, families and civilians are certain to take advantage of the last holiday of the summer by participating in recreational activities and traveling.
Besides providing an opportunity for JBSA members to relax and have fun, the Labor Day weekend – Sept. 2-5 – also concludes the Air Force Summer Safety Campaign, which focused on safety awareness during the summer months and began during the Memorial Day weekend in May.

JBSA commander honors LBJ during annual ceremony
August 31, 2016 — Every year since Aug. 27, 1973, a public wreath laying ceremony takes place at Lyndon B. Johnson National Historical Park at the gravesite of former President Lyndon B. Johnson to observe his birthday... MORE

Brig. Gen. Heather L. Pringle (right), 502nd Air Base Wing and Joint Base San Antonio commander, and Russ Whitlock (center), Lyndon B. Johnson National Historical Park superintendent, salute the grave of President Lyndon B. Johnson Aug. 27 during a wreath-laying ceremony at LBJ National Historical Park. This year’s event honored what would have been the 108th anniversary of President Johnson’s birth.

Airman fulfills childhood dream in military
August 30, 2016 — As children, boys often dream of growing up to become a firefighter, doctor, policeman or soldier. Few ever fulfill those childhood dreams, however, 2nd Lt. Chris Hsu did. “As a little boy, I think... MORE

Second Lt. Chris Hsu, Air Education and Training Command Judge Advocate legal intern, received his commission from Texas A&M University in 2014 after serving in the Texas A&M Corp of Cadets program. Hsu is now attending the University of Houston Law Center and plans to apply for a position within the JAG Corps after he finishes law school in spring of 2017.

Influenza vaccine essential for Airmen and their families
August 29, 2016 — The yearly influenza vaccine is one of the most important regular immunizations for Airmen and their families. This year will be different because the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention has... MORE

Staff Sgt. Justin Pribble, 31st Medical Operations Squadron allergy and immunizations NCO in charge, administers an influenza vaccine to a patient, Oct. 14, 2015, at Aviano Air Base, Italy. (Photo by Senior Airman Areca T. Bell, Graphic added by Steve Thompson)

Real ID Act invalidates some IDs Sept. 15
August 26, 2016 — Individuals will no longer be able to access Air Force installations with a state-issued identification card or driver’s license from Minnesota, Missouri, Washington or American Samoa beginning Sept... MORE

Individuals will no longer be able to access Air Force installations with a state-issued identification card or driver’s license from Minnesota, Missouri, Washington or American Samoa beginning Sept. 15.

Goldfein discusses State of the Air Force during JBSA-Randolph visit
August 25, 2016 — Air Force Chief of Staff Gen. David L. Goldfein discussed the State of the Air Force as the keynote speaker at the Air Force Sergeants Association Professional Airmen’s Conference and International... MORE

U.S. Air Force Chief of Staff Gen. David L. Goldfein delivers a speech during the Air Force Sergeants Association Professional Airmen’s Conference and International Convention at the Grand Hyatt in San Antonio Aug. 24, 2016. Goldfein, the keynote speaker, focused his remarks on the state of the Air Force.

Every Airman Plays a Role in Suicide Prevention
August 25, 2016 — The Air Force is determined to prevent suicide, but you don’t need to be a specialist or doctor to do that. Sometimes all it takes is starting a conversation. Everyone has a role to play. That’s a key... MORE

Every Airman Plays a Role in Suicide Prevention. #BeThere

Army North facilitates annual antiterrorism/force protection workshop
August 25, 2016 — The annual U.S. Army North Antiterrorism and Force Protection Workshop and Table Top Exercise kicked off at Fort Sam Houston Aug. 9, providing three days of sessions to facilitate greater collaboration among the force protection communities... MORE

Participants from around the military and federal force protection community attend their first day of the annual Antiterrorism and Force Protection Workshop and Table Top Exercise at Fort Sam Houston Aug. 9. The workshop and exercise was part of a three-day conference to facilitate candid discussion and promote collaboration of the major issues and challenges in executing Army and U.S. Northern Command antiterrorism and force protection mission requirements across the theater.