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Randolph's 'flying classroom' down to its final missions
August 17, 2010 — An aircraft that has helped train budding navigators and electronic warfare officers at Randolph for nearly 20 years will soon be grounded forever, but not before the "flying classroom" completes two... MORE

Mission accomplished for Randolph's 'workhorse' simulators
August 17, 2010 — Combat systems officer training at Randolph won't end until the last class graduates Oct. 1, but one of the program's most durable - and essential - tools was retired last week, its final mission... MORE

2nd Lt. Elizabeth Thigpen, 562nd Flying Training Squadron, flies the last T-43 simulator at Randolph Air Force Base, Texas, Aug. 11. (U.S. Air Force photo/Rich McFadden)

Lackland ISD sets attendance policy
August 13, 2010 — With the increased availability of housing on Lackland and the Lackland Training Annex, the Lackland Independent School District has established attendance eligibility policies for the 2010-2011... MORE

JBSA exceptional families program hosts a day at Morgan’s Wonderland
August 13, 2010 — Organizations that support military families from Lackland and Randolph Air Force Bases and Fort Sam Houston joined forces Aug. 6 for the first-ever Joint Base San Antonio Resource Fair and Activity... MORE

Families attending the Joint Base San Antonio Special Needs Resource Fair and Activity Day enjoy an afternoon at Morgan's Wonderland Park in San Antonio Aug. 6. (U.S. Air Force photo by Don Lindsey)

Gate entry procedures to change in the near future
August 11, 2010 — Base entry procedures are about to change for those attending events at Randolph Air Force Base.Starting Sept. 1, the 902nd Security Forces Squadron will enforce new rules for individuals who plan to... MORE

New Parent Support Program educates parents on installation of child safety seats
August 10, 2010 — Law enforcement officers throughout Texas now have the authority to arrest or issue citations to motorists who do not comply with the state's child passenger safety seat law.An education program... MORE

Airmen honored at PBR event in SA
August 5, 2010 — A number of local Airmen and retired military members were recognized Saturday during the Professional Bull Riders United States Air Force Invitational at the AT&T Center in San Antonio. Staff Sgt... MORE

Local Airmen who recently returned from deployments overseas greet bull riders during the Professional Bull Riders United States Air Force Invitational at the AT&T Center July 31. (U.S. Air Force photo by Deborah Silliman Wolfe)

Summer fun
August 5, 2010 — MORE

Senior Airman Tairesa Holland and Airman 1st Class Stephanie Martinez compete during the cardboard regatta race at the Warhawk Pool July 30. The race was part of the "Sizzling Summer Block Party" sponsored by the 802nd Force Support Squadron. The party included a disc jockey, children's activities, indoor sports activities, a dunking booth and an outdoor movie at dusk. Airman Holland is with the 802nd Logistics Readiness Squadron; Airman Martinez is with the 802nd FSS. (U.S. Air Force photo/Alan Boedeker)

ESOHCAMP evaluates Lackland's environmental impact
August 5, 2010 — An Air Education and Training Command inspection team evaluated Lackland's impact on the environment and the surrounding community last week.The Environmental Safety Occupational Health Compliance... MORE

SARC needs victim advocate volunteers
August 5, 2010 — The Lackland Sexual Assault Response office needs victim advocate volunteers to help sexual assault victims.Victim advocates are trained military personnel and Department of Defense civilian employees... MORE

Security Forces Squadron partners with SAPD
August 5, 2010 — A collaborative effort between the 802nd Security Forces Squadron, city officials and nearby businesses has taken a bite out of crime in the Lackland area.Lackland's partnership with the San Antonio... MORE

Softball ready for world's military
August 5, 2010 — The Lackland Warhawks are headed to the beach, Aug. 19-22, not to erect sand castles but make waves at the softball Military World Tournament. For the women's varsity team, it's a chance to improve on... MORE

Tops in Blue wows Lackland crowd
August 5, 2010 — MORE

Tops in Blue performs July 28 at the Bob Hope Performing Arts Center. Tops in Blue group is an all active-duty Air Force group made up of amateur performers selected for their entertainment abilities. (U.S. Air Force photo/Robbin Cresswell)

Coast Guardsmen bring joint training to life
August 5, 2010 — It isn't the first time Lackland's Airman Leadership School has admitted Coast Guardsmen into its classrooms, and with momentum building behind joint training, it certainly won't be the last.A... MORE

Boatswain's Mate 3rd Class Michael Tyrrell stands at attention during an Airman Leadership School Retreat ceremony July 22. Petty Officer Tyrrell is one of two Coast Guard students who graduated from ALS Aug. 4. (U.S. Air Force photo/Robbin Cresswell)

19th Air Force welcomes new commander
August 5, 2010 — Wing commanders from across the country welcomed the new 19th Air Force commander with a salute July 30 during a change-of-command ceremony here.Maj. Gen. Mark Solo took command of 19th Air Force from... MORE

Maj. Gen. Mark Solo, 19th Air Force commander, addresses the audience at the 19th Air Force change of command ceremony July 30 at Randolph Air Force Base, Texas. (U.S. Air Force photo/Rich McFadden)

Can't stand the heat? Stay in the new Parr Club kitchen
August 5, 2010 — The Parr Officer's Club here celebrated the opening of its new kitchen July 28, after a seven-month closure for renovation.The day before the new kitchen opened, workers removed the trailers behind... MORE

Gen. Stephen Lorenz, Air Education and Training Command commander, tours the Parr Club's renovated kitchen. Merilyn Gove, club manager, and Michael Young, Certified Executive Chef, show General Lorenz all the upgrades. The kitchen has been through several months of renovation. (U.S. Air Force photo by Joel Martinez)

Tuskegee Airmen Inc. honor memory of 'Lonely Eagles' at convention
August 2, 2010 — It's been 65 years since World War II ended, but the memory of a pioneering group of aviators and support personnel who distinguished themselves during the war lives on thanks to an organization... MORE

Members of the Randolph Honor Guard post the colors at the beginning of the 39th Tuskegee Airmen convention, held in downtown San Antonio, Texas. Tuskegee Airmen honor the flag prior to the Lonely Eagles Ceremony July 29. The ceremony recognizes Tuskegee Airmen who died during the past year. (U.S. Air Force photo/Steve Thurow)

Randolph unit hosts AFRC-sponsored CGO leadership course
August 2, 2010 — An annual course started by the Air Force Reserve Command in 1994 to prepare company grade reserve officers for leadership roles in coalition environments is coming to the United States for the first... MORE

502nd ABW announces quarterly award winners
July 29, 2010 — Congratulations to the following Airmen who were recognized during the 502nd Air Base Wing Awards Banquet at the Kelly Club July 27:Junior Enlisted Member of the QuarterAirman 1st Class Laci Clark,... MORE

Tech. Sgt. Aguilar Moreno receives the NCO of the Quarter award from Brig. Gen. Leonard Patrick, 502nd Air Base Wing commander, and Chief Master Sgt. Juan Lewis, 502nd ABW command chief, during the 502nd ABW second quarter awards luncheon July 27 at the Kelly Club. Sergeant Moreno is with the 902nd Civil Engineer Squadron. (U.S. Air Force photo/Robbin Cresswell)

Career assistance advisor offers help to Airmen
July 29, 2010 — His job is career assistance advisor, but like many Airmen in today's Air Force, mission success may require an additional duty. In this case, the role of career/life counselor unofficially comes with... MORE