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Taj facility manager embraces role in preserving Air Force history
July 8, 2016 — Reaching 170 feet in the air, building 100, more recognizably known as the “Taj,” stands with its blue and gold mosaic roof, covered in ceramic tiles, as an iconic representation of Joint Base San... MORE

Staff Sgt. Elizabeth Diaz, 502nd Logistics Readiness Squadron NCO in charge of packing and crating, hands off the key to the “Taj” to Tracey Powell, 502nd Security Forces Logistics Support Group deputy director of the commander’s action and Taj facility manager, at Joint Base San Antonio-Randolph May 18, 2016. The Taj was completed in 1931 and cost $252,000 to build.

59th Medical Wing: Continuously improving access to care
July 8, 2016 — Process improvement initiatives continue improving patient access to care throughout 59th Medical Wing military treatment facilities... MORE

Maj. (Dr.) John Stowers, 959th Medical Group general surgeon, performs a lipoma removal procedure June 23 at the Wilford Hall Ambulatory Surgical Center, Joint Base San Antonio-Lackland, Texas. Staffed with 11 personnel the section performs between eight and 24 procedures each month. The general surgery section is one of more than two dozen specialty care clinics in the WHASC. (U.S. Air Force photo/Staff Sgt. Jerilyn Quintanilla)

Logistics team boosts medical versatility of New Horizons 2016
July 8, 2016 — Adapt and overcome is more than a catch phrase for two 59th Medical Wing warrior medics. Their ingenuity recently expanded surgical capabilities during New Horizons 2016 in the Dominican Republic... MORE

A general surgery team performs laparoscopic gallbladder removal surgery during New Horizons 2016 in the Dominican Republic. Laparoscopic surgical capability was available during New Horizons for the first time this year. The annual U.S. Southern Command-led readiness training exercise brought military civil engineers and medics together to provide humanitarian, dental and medical services to communities in the small Caribbean nation. (Courtesy photo)

Troops to Teachers deploys military might to the classroom
July 8, 2016 — Teachers with military experience are in high demand at school districts across the country and the Troops to Teachers program is one of the best ways for these veterans to get in front of the... MORE

Ronald Holmes, program specialist for the Troops to Teachers program, encourages veterans to consider teaching careers during a June 24, 2016, workshop at Joint Base San Antonio-Lackland, Texas.

502nd OSS personnel volunteer at San Antonio Pets Alive shelter
July 8, 2016 — Some members of the 502nd Operations Support Squadron stepped away from handling the air traffic control tower and flight line at Joint Base San Antonio-Lackland’s Kelly Field for a few hours to care... MORE

Senior Airman Lucas Dugan, 502nd Operation Support Squadron airfield systems technician, keeps Coconut, an adoptable dog, company during a volunteer outreach event June 21 at the San Antonio Pets Alive animal shelter clinic. Members of the 502nd OSS volunteer at organizations throughout San Antonio once a month to be active in the community.

Constructive chaos flourishes at Lego MakerSpace
July 8, 2016 — Libraries can act as portals to a far-off world for kids with their wall lined and shelves bulging with novels, tales and fables.But books aren’t the only way to get there.For a group of youngsters... MORE

Human trafficking increases worldwide
July 6, 2016 — Trafficking in persons is one of the fastest growingcriminal industries in the world.It is estimated that 20.9 million people are victims of humantrafficking. Fifty-five percent of victims are females... MORE

ARNORTH OFFICIALS MEET WITH CANADIAN COUNTERPARTS
July 6, 2016 — Col. Daryl Cross (right), incoming Canadian Director Army Staff shakes hands with Col. John Highfill (left), Chief Security Cooperation Division, Army Norath, at Fort Sam Houston June 28, kicking off... MORE

Col. Daryl Cross (right), incoming Canadian Director Army Staff shakes hands with Col. John Highfill (left), Chief Security Cooperation Division, Army Norath, at Fort Sam Houston Quadrangle June 28.

Honduras hosts Conference of the American Armies
July 6, 2016 — The Honduran army hosted the first specialized conference ofthe 32nd cycle of the Conference of the American Armies in Tegucigalpa,Honduras June 20-24. The CAA is an international military... MORE

Cole High School graduates net more than $6.2 million in scholarships
July 6, 2016 — Forty-eight members of the Cole High School graduating classof 2016 combined to net a total of $6,263,994 in scholarship money toward theircollege endeavors. The recipients and their scholarships... MORE

BAMC one of several hospitals participating in emergency airway study
July 6, 2016 — Brooke Army Medical Center is one of more than 25 hospitalsfrom five countries to participate in the National Emergency Airway Registry,or NEAR.NEAR is a multi-center, prospective emergency... MORE

Military and family readiness centers promote financial awareness
July 6, 2016 — Military and family readiness centers throughout the Air Force provide an array of programs and services that promote self-reliance and contribute to mission readiness.One of the most important and... MORE

Criselda Smith, Joint Base San Antonio-Randolph Military & Family Readiness Consultant, works with a client to explore investment options for the Thrift Savings Plan Feb. 10, 2016 at JBSA-Randolph. Military and family readiness centers throughout the Air Force provide an array of programs and services that promote self-reliance and contribute to mission readiness.

Summer Safety Campaign focuses on dangers of UV radiation
July 6, 2016 — Sunlight has many benefits, including its ability to boost Vitamin D production and increase serotonin levels in the human body, but too much exposure to the sun can also have unwanted... MORE

Maj. (Dr.) Thomas Beachkofsky, 59th Medical Specialty Squadron dermatologist, checks a patient for abnormal skin growths Tuesday at the Joint Base San Antonio-Randolph Medical Clinic.The 59th Medical Wing at Joint Base San Antonio-Lackland has expanded dermatology services to the JBSA-Randolph Medical Clinic, Beachkofsky, started seeing patients May 17 at the 359th Medical Group facility on Third Street West.

Class focuses on minimizing stress, enhancing time management
July 6, 2016 — Finding out the causes of stress and using time management strategies to reduce stress is the focus of a class by the 359th Medical Operations Squadron Mental Health Flight from noon to 2 p.m... MORE

502nd Force Support Group holds change of command ceremony
July 6, 2016 — Col. David L. Raugh took command of the 502nd Force SupportGroup from Col. Steven A. Toft in a change of command ceremony at Fort SamHouston June 22.Raugh comes to the group from the University of... MORE

Brig. Gen. Bob LaBrutta (left), 502nd Air Force Base Wing and Joint Base San Antonio commander, passes the 502nd Support Group guidon to Col. David L. Raugh (right), who took over command from Col. Steven A. Toft in a change of command ceremony at Joint Base San Antonio-Fort Sam Houston June 22.

Development program helps Wilford Hall medics cultivate customer service skills
July 5, 2016 — Warrior medics from the 59th Medical Wing are seeking direct feedback from patients and improving the patient experience through a new program developed by the 59th Diagnostics and Therapeutics Squadron... MORE

Retired Tech. Sgt. Arnold Parker (left), a Korean War veteran who worked in nutritional medicine on Lackland Air Force Base, Texas, in the early 1950s, speaks with members of the 59th Diagnostics and Therapeutics Squadron during a session of the Deliberate Development Program June 20 at the Armed Services Blood Bank Center, Joint Base San Antonio-Lackland, Texas. The program develops Airmen of all ranks in areas, which include leadership, management and self-improvement. It encourages networking and access to other members of the medical team. (U.S. Air Force photo/Staff Sgt. Kevin Iinuma)

Alamo Wing embraces strategy to combat violence, sexual assault
July 1, 2016 — Embracing training to combat violence prevention, the 433rd Airlift Wing launched its first ever Green Dot training for wing leaders June 5, 2016 at the 433rd Mission Support Squadron, Joint Base San Antonio-Lackland, Texas. The Air Force contracted the non-profit Green Dot, etc. organization to implement a strategy of violence prevention that reduces power-based interpersonal violence, which includes not only sexual violence, but also domestic violence, dating violence, stalking, child abuse, elder abuse, and bullying... MORE

Members of the 433rd Airlift Wing complete Green Dot leadership training June 5, 2016 at Joint Base San Antonio-Lackland, Texas. (U.S. Air Force photo)

12th FTW welcomes new commander
June 30, 2016 — A native Texan assumed command of the 12th Flying Training Wing during a ceremony in Hangar 41 at Joint Base San Antonio Randolph June 30. Col. Joel L. Carey received the unit’s guidon from Maj. Gen... MORE

Maj. Gen. James B. Hecker, 19th Air Force commander, addresses the crowd during the 12th Flying Training Wing assumption of command ceremony, June 30, 2016 at Joint Base San Antonio-Randolph, Texas. The 12th FTW is responsible for pilot instructor training, combat systems officer training, remotely piloted aircraft pilot indoctrination and basic sensor operator qualification. The wing manages all airmanship programs for U.S. Air Force Academy cadets, and introductory fIight screening for all Air Force officers scheduled to enter pilot, combat systems officer or remotely piloted aircraft training. The wing also hosts an Introduction to Fighter Fundamentals Program and conducts electronic warfare training for the U.S. Air Force and multi-national forces.

JBSA Safety Office offers tips for safe Fourth of July fireworks handling
June 30, 2016 — Firework displays are an integral part of celebrating thenation’s birthday. The Fourth of July occurs during the Summer Safety Campaign,which runs from Memorial Day to Labor Day.The Joint Base San... MORE

BAMC commander receives promotion to brigadier general
June 30, 2016 — Commander Col. Jeffrey Johnson was promoted to the rank ofbrigadier general June 21 during a ceremony at the Warrior and Family SupportCenter Amphitheater at Fort Sam Houston.Maj. Gen. Joseph... MORE

Maj. Gen. Joseph Caravalho Jr. administers the oath of office to Brig. Gen.Jeffrey Johnson during a promotion ceremony June 21 at the Warrior and Family Support Center Amphitheater at Fort Sam Houston. Caravalho is the Joint Staff Surgeon at the Pentagon and former BAMC commander.