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AETC officials name building in honor of retired Gen. Stephen Wilson
April 9, 2021 — Officials at Air Education Training Command named building 905 “Wilson Hall” and unveiled a plaque bearing the name and image of former U.S. Air Force Vice Chief of Staff retired Gen. Stephen Wilson during a building dedication ceremony at Joint Base San Antonio-Randolph April 9. ... MORE

JBSA commemorates Days of Remembrance
April 9, 2021 — This year’s theme is “Acknowledge, Preserve, Honor” and pays tribute to the military photographers who played a crucial role in documenting evidence of Nazi atrocities and the Holocaust... MORE

733rd Training Squadron NCO wins at 4th Air Force
April 9, 2021 — A flight engineer with the 733rd Training Squadron at Joint Base San Antonio-Lackland has been selected as the 4th AF Senior NCO of the Year... MORE

MHS GENESIS Patient Portal expands new features
April 9, 2021 — MHS GENESIS' patient portal is rapidly increasing in size, capability and usability... MORE

JBSA M&FRCs plan virtual military spouse conference April 30-May 1
April 9, 2021 — Military spouses who want to find ways to enhance their personal relationships and well-being will have the opportunity to do so during a virtual conference being planned by the Joint Base San Antonio Military & Family Readiness Centers April 30-May 1... MORE

Register for April 15 webinar on TRICARE For Life
April 9, 2021 — Will you soon be eligible for Medicare and TRICARE For Life, or TFL, coverage? If yes, be sure to join the TRICARE webinar titled “TRICARE For Life: Coverage Basics, Eligibility, and Costs” from 1 to 2 p.m. ET April 15 to learn important information on how TFL works... MORE

Feedback Fridays
April 9, 2021 — If you have a question or concern, please send an email to jbsapublicaffairs@gmail.com using the subject line “Feedback Fridays.” Questions will be further researched and published as information becomes available... MORE

How a water polo player turned U.S. Air Force pilot inspires the next generation
April 8, 2021 — U.S Air Force Lt. Col. Jon Somogyi cruises through Converse, Texas, turning onto Judson Llane, returning to his alma mater at Judson High School. He's meeting with Air Force Junior ROTC students to... MORE

U.S. Air Force rolls out new mission statement
April 8, 2021 — The Air Force released its new mission statement: To fly, fight, and win … Airpower anytime, anywhere. This change emphasizes the primary competitive advantage and capabilities that Airpower provides to the nation and joint operations. The ability to fight and win with Airpower is key to facing emerging competitors and near-peer adversaries, according to service leaders. ... MORE

Talent Marketplace developing a Total Force ‘One-Stop-Shop’ assignment platform
April 8, 2021 — The Department of the Air Force is taking another step toward making Talent Marketplace the “one-stop-shop” location for Total Force Airmen and Guardians. A web-based assignment system platform focused on filling mission requirements, Talent Marketplace helps balance the art and science of assignment matching. ... MORE

Air Force Youth Programs accepting applications for summer Virtual Aviation Camp
April 8, 2021 — Applications are open for this year’s Air Force Youth Programs’ Virtual Teen Aviation Camp. Applications are due no later than April 14. The virtual camp, held in partnership with Air Force Aero Clubs, is June 14-25 and offers an introduction to the field of aviation and opportunities for careers and leadership roles within the Air Force and Space Force. ... MORE

149th Medical Group Gunfighters holding COVID-19 vaccine clinics
April 7, 2021 — The 149th Medical Group Gunfighters at Joint Base San Antonio-Lackland have been working to give COVID-19 vaccines to all who want and are eligible for one... MORE

59th MDW: How to obtain your medical records
April 7, 2021 — Ensuring patient’s medical records are up-to-date allows for continuous quality care, while ensuring providers do not miss vital patient information in treatment... MORE

Civilians can submit retirement forms electronically using myPers
April 6, 2021 — Submitting civilian retirement applications just became a little easier. Effective April 1, civilian Airmen and Guardians can now submit their electronically signed retirement forms using myPers... MORE

Military spouses worldwide to join online for DOD's annual virtual symposium
April 6, 2021 — This year's Virtual Military Spouse Symposium — scheduled for April 27-29 — is geared to help spouses learn about career development and well-being, whether they're students or veteran careerists... MORE

Helping patients accomplish daily life tasks goal of METC occupational therapy assistant training
April 6, 2021 — Occupational therapists often work with people with disabilities, injuries, and mental illnesses to help get patients back on track to their everyday lives, from learning to walk to strength recovery, among other daily tasks... MORE

62nd Airlift Wing airlifts COVID-19 patient to BAMC
April 6, 2021 — The 62nd Airlift Wing’s quick action enabled a COVID-19 patient to be airlifted from Joint Base Lewis-McChord, Washington, to Brooke Army Medical Center at Joint Base San Antonio-Fort Sam Houston, Texas, March 31. ... MORE

Army SHARP director: Preventing sexual assault is everyone’s responsibility
April 6, 2021 — Building a culture of prevention, awareness, trust and support continues to drive efforts within the Army’s Sexual Harassment/Assault Response and Prevention program, as it works toward rolling out new changes to eliminate those harmful behaviors... MORE

TACPs recognize Military Child of the Year
April 6, 2021 — Nyah Gray was recently named Operation Homefront's 2021 Military Child of the Year® for the Air Force. Gray was honored by the 353rd Training Squadron, Special Warfare Training Wing, during an Air Force Tactical Air Control Party, or TACP, final formation ceremony at Joint Base San Antonio-Chapman Training Annex April 2. ... MORE

New ‘Air Force Review Boards Agency’ website launched
April 5, 2021 — The Department of the Air Force debuted a new website for past and present Airmen and Guardians to correct their military records April 5. ... MORE