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Airmen benefit from new AF food program
July 6, 2012 — Joint Base San Antonio-Randolph's Rendezvous Dining Facility was selected to test-run "Go For Green," which became an Air Force program that categorized food choices into a color-coded system in... MORE

AF members gain PLAYpass use, discount opportunities
July 6, 2012 — As summer approaches, eligible Airmen and their families have the opportunity to use the PLAYpass Get Out and PLAY program to save hundreds of dollars with discounts in recreational and life skills... MORE

Visitors on flightline create buzz for JBSA-Randolph pest control
July 6, 2012 — When 902nd Civil Engineer Squadron pest control technicians were dispatched for an unusual mission on Joint Base San Antonio-Randolph's west flightline the afternoon of June 13, they weren't... MORE

Steve Kelly, 902nd Civil Engineer Squadron entomology section, examines a swarm of bees on the flap of a T-6 Texan II aircraft on the flightline at Joint Base San Antonio-Randolph, Texas, June 13. (U.S. Air Force photo by Rich McFadden)

Base exchange staff takes 'bite out of crime'
July 6, 2012 — According to the National Association for Shoplifting Prevention, losses due to thefts from retail stores amount to more than $35 million a day. The Army & Air Force Exchange Service, which has... MORE

Pharmacy officials change refill process, add products
July 6, 2012 — The Joint Base San Antonio-Randolph Base Exchange Satellite Pharmacy has instituted a few changes to better serve military beneficiaries.The satellite pharmacy has adopted a new refill process that... MORE

433rd AW plans to refute stigma of Division III softball
July 6, 2012 — The 433rd Airlift Wing softball team is cognizant of the stigma surrounding the Division III Recreational League. The softball league is not as competitive as the Division I Competitive League or the... MORE

433rd Airlift Wing outfielder Ralph Ozuna slides into home plate as 453rd Electronic Warfare Squadron catcher Mike Hinger tags him in the first inning during Division III Recreational League play. Ozuna was ruled out at the plate. (U.S. Air Force photo/Alan Boedeker)

No pain, no gain: Fitness program promotes hard work, healthy lifestyle
July 6, 2012 — If you're not ready to put in the work at the Chaparral Fitness Center, fitness trainer Fred Bray doesn't want you stepping foot through the door.But if you're serious about losing or gaining weight... MORE

Fred Bray, fitness trainer with the 802nd Force Support Squadron, looks on as Jimmy Bailey curls a 35-pound dumbbell June 28 at the Chapparel Fitness Center. (U.S. Air Force Photo/Robbin Cresswell)

Diagnosed with disorder ... Airman fights to stay
July 6, 2012 — It normally takes a trainee 8.5 weeks to complete Air Force Basic Military Training. For one recent graduate, it took overcoming Guillain-Barre Syndrome to become an Airman, graduating six months... MORE

Airman Luke Bolen, who recovered from Guillain-Barre Syndrome, stands in front of the U.S. flag during the Air Force Basic Military Training graduation ceremony May 11 at the 321st Training Squadron. (U.S. Air Force photo/Alan Boedeker)

Got PC problems? 802nd CS Small Computer Shop has answers
July 6, 2012 — Computer problems?Not a problem for customers at Joint Base San Antonio-Lackland when the 802nd Communications Squadron answers the call.The squadron's small computer shop handles all the... MORE

Staff Sgt. Christopher Barrow, 802nd Communications Squadron client system technician, inspects a stick of random access memory before installing it on a government computer June 14 at Joint Base San Antonio-Lackland. The squadron’s 36 client support technicians take care of computer problems for more than 9,000 PC users on base. (U.S. Air Force photo/Senior Airman Grovert Fuentes-Contreras)

25-year softball veteran named Commander's Cup MVP
July 6, 2012 — Winning an MVP trophy can alter a player's perception of how he views himself and his role on a team. But not for Joint Base San Antonio-Lackland Warhawks pitcher/infielder Dan Miller.Miller, who was... MORE

Warhawks pitcher Dan Miller was named Commander’s Cup tournament MVP Sunday. (U.S. Air Force photo/Robbin Cresswell)

Warhawks win Commander's Cup softball title
July 6, 2012 — Joint Base San Antonio-Lackland Warhawks softball coach Michael Richardson expected his team to win last weekend's Commander's Cup tournament on its home diamond.But for a slight bump on its road, the... MORE

Warhawks catcher Daniel Ayon tags a Fort Bliss player out at home plate Sunday during a loser’s bracket game against Fort Bliss. The Warhawks defeated Fort Bliss 19-13, and went on to win the Commander’s Cup tournament title. (U.S. Air Force photo/Robbin Cresswell)

Past, present, future Airmen unite at BMT graduation, squadron visit
July 6, 2012 — Air warriors past, present, and future met when an enlisted aircrew member in the U.S. Army Air Corps attended the Air Force Basic Military Training graduation ceremony and visited Airmen at the 344th... MORE

World War II veteran Ken Ganther, a pilot candidate and a U.S. Army Air Corps flight engineer. (Courtesy photo)

90th birthday wish: Wedding chapel revisited 69 years later
July 6, 2012 — When Virginia Stafford's eight children asked her what she wanted for her 90th birthday, she said she wanted to revisit the place where she and her late husband were married 69 years ago - a chapel at... MORE

A Stafford family heirloom, a picture of Robert and Virginia Stafford on their wedding day, June 21, 1943, in front of the Airman Memorial Chapel. (U.S. Air Force photo)

JBSA-Lackland water potable
July 6, 2012 — Annual reports detailing the quality of drinking water provided on Lackland and the Lackland Training Annex were recently released by base officials stating that drinking water on base meets... MORE

12th FTW bids farewell to Murphy, welcomes Goodfellow
July 6, 2012 — The men and women of the 12th Flying Training Wing bid farewell to Col. Richard Murphy and welcomed their new commander, Col. Gerald Goodfellow, during a change of command ceremony Thursday. Maj. Gen... MORE

Col. Richard Murphy receives his final salute as commander from the men and women of the 12th Flying Training Wing during his change of command ceremony at Joint Base San Antonio-Randolph, Texas, June 28. Murphy relinquished command to Col. Gerald Goodfellow who was previously the vice commander for the 7th Bomb Wing at Dyess Air Force Base, Texas. (U.S. Air Force photo by Melissa Peterson)

Academy evacuates: Airmen must log in to accountability system
July 6, 2012 — Air Force officials have activated the Air Force Personnel Accountability and Assessment System to monitor the status and location of all Airmen and dependents assigned to and living in the vicinity... MORE

Water aerobics class offers exercise, fun
July 6, 2012 — Although swimming laps might not be everybody's favorite way to exercise, water-lovers might want to check out the summer water aerobics class offered from 10-11 a.m. Mondays and Wednesdays at the... MORE

Water aerobics students at the Joint Base San Antonio-Randolph Center Pool follow along with the exercises taught by Lisa Glanzer, substitute instructor, June 20. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Lincoln Korver)

Fourth of July fun should include safety
July 6, 2012 — The Fourth of July is a day of celebration, filled with picnics, parades and other displays of patriotism.Fireworks play an important role in festivities as well, but it's prudent to use them safely,... MORE

Local leaders see 'a day in the life' of 502nd ABW members
July 6, 2012 — San Antonians are at least peripherally aware of the local military presence, because men and women in uniform are routinely seen visiting the Riverwalk and other destinations in the downtown area... MORE

Brig. Gen. Theresa Carter (right top), Joint Base San Antonio commander, and 14 honorary commanders watch a 802nd Security Forces military working dog demonstration at Joint Base San Antonio-Lackland, Texas, June 20. (U.S. Air Force photo by Alan Boedeker)

Warhawks look to command military softball tourney
July 6, 2012 — The Joint Base San Antonio-Lackland Warhawks men's varsity softball team is looking to make a statement at the Commander's Cup tournament Saturday and Sunday.Michael Richardson, Warhawks men's... MORE

Texas Tigers catcher/coach Lupe Enriquez and Joint Base San Antonio-Lackland Warhawks third baseman Michael Charvat await the call at home plate during the Miken Chopper Challenge Softball Tournament Saturday. (U.S. Air Force photo/Robbin Cresswell)