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A new era begins: NCOLCoE renamed United States Army Noncommissioned Officer Academy
March 10, 2026 — In a significant move for the U.S. Army, the NCO Leadership Center of Excellence (NCOLCoE) at Fort Bliss, Texas, was officially renamed the United States Army Noncommissioned Officer Academy (USANCOA) on March 6, 2026. This event marks a strategic transformation to integrate the institution more fully into the Army's academic framework... MORE

Harnessing AI for the future: Army unveils Project ARIA
March 9, 2026 — The U.S. Army announced on March 5 the launch of Project ARIA, or Army Rapid Implementation of Artificial Intelligence, an Army initiative that harnesses AI to modernize Army operations and empower Soldiers... MORE

Joint Critical Care Exercise prepares Soldiers, Airmen to deploy
March 9, 2026 — Soldiers and Airmen participated in a Joint Critical Care Field Training Exercise at Joint Base San Antonio-Camp Bullis Feb. 25-26 to enhance the clinical and tactical skills of critical care staff at Brooke Army Medical Center... MORE

Joint Critical Care Field Training Exercise

Navy Medicine Training Support Command honors fallen Corpsman
March 9, 2026 — The Navy Medicine Training Support Command honored Medal of Honor recipient, Petty Officer 3rd Class John T. Fralish, a hospital corpsman, during a memorial ceremony held at Joint Base San Antonio-Fort Sam Houston on Feb. 6, 2026... MORE

U.S. Navy Capt. Richard Lawrence, center, commanding officer of the Navy Medicine Training Support Command, along with Hospital Corpsman Second Class Elisa Tate and Hospital Corpsman Second Class Christian Garcia, present the wreath during a memorial ceremony held for Hospital Corpsman Third Class John T. Fralish at Joint Base San Antonio-Fort Sam Houston, Texas, Feb. 6, 2026. This year marks the 20th anniversary of Fralish’s passing during the War on Terror. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist Seaman Apprentice Christine Walters)

Prescribed burns transform JBSA-Camp Bullis
March 6, 2026 — Wildland firefighters from across the country gathered at Joint base San Antonio-Camp Bullis, Texas, to carry out a series of controlled fires over the course of approximately two weeks, beginning Feb. 9... MORE

Stormwater runoff: Know what's in the flow
March 6, 2026 — What does litter, such as cigarette butts, plastic water bottles, excess fertilizers and pesticides from lawn care, soaps and detergents from washing your car, motor oil and other vehicle fluids, sediment and leaves, and pet waste have in common?... MORE

Basura Bash postponed until March 21: Be a part of JBSA’s largest volunteer cleanup
March 5, 2026 — Due to expected rainstorms and the possibility of flash flooding, the 20226 Basura Bash cleanup at Salado Creek Park at Joint Base San Antonio-Fort Sam Houston has been postponed from March 7 until Saturday, March 21... MORE

U.S. Army launches 2026 Tenant Satisfaction Survey to enhance housing quality
March 5, 2026 — The U.S. Army launched its annual Tenant Satisfaction Survey on March 2, 2026, to gather feedback from over 200,000 tenants in privatized, government-owned, and government-leased housing. This confidential and voluntary survey is a critical tool for the Army to assess and improve the quality of life for Soldiers and their families... MORE

New Leash on Life: BAMC commissions furry friend to Soldier Recovery Unit
March 5, 2026 — In a ceremony filled with heartfelt speeches and enthusiastic tail wags, Brooke Army Medical Center welcomed its newest four-legged officer Feb. 27, 2026... MORE

How TRICARE can help you screen for cancer
March 5, 2026 — Did you know that it’s possible to detect some types of cancer before you show any signs or symptoms? Getting preventive screening tests makes this possible. TRICARE covers cancer screenings based on your age, sex, and certain risk factors. Learn about which tests may be recommended for you. ... MORE

Man wearing scrubs stands in front of MRI machine.

Air Force releases senior master sergeant promotion cycle statistics
March 5, 2026 — Air Force officials selected 1,474 Air Force master sergeants for promotion to senior master sergeant out of 13,315 eligibles for a selection rate of 11.07 percent in the 26E8 promotion cycle... MORE

Air Force selects 1,474 in the senior master sergeant promotion cycle; list posts March 5
March 3, 2026 — Air Force officials selected 1,474 Air Force master sergeants for promotion to senior master sergeant out of 13,315 eligibles for a selection rate of 11.07 percent in the 26E8 promotion cycle... MORE

Joint Base San Antonio implements 100% ID checks at all gates, suspends Trusted Traveler Program
March 2, 2026 — Joint Base San Antonio has increased security measures, including 100% ID checks at all gates and suspension of the Trusted Traveler Program... MORE

Airman Leadership School introduces immersive field training exercise to strengthen future NCOs
February 27, 2026 — Instructors from the Rogers Airman Leadership School and the 379th Medical Training Support Squadron created a new hands-on field training exercise designed to push students beyond the classroom into realistic leadership scenarios... MORE

Mental health technicians train at METC
February 26, 2026 — Military mental health technicians serve a critical role within the Military Health System by providing clinical and administrative support to mental health providers that contributes to the readiness and resilience of the Joint Force... MORE

Realistic training prepares nutrition and diet therapy students at METC
February 26, 2026 — During the Patient Tray Services block of instruction in the Medical Education and Training Campus Nutrition & Diet Therapy course, trainees apply classroom knowledge in a hands-on kitchen laboratory environment that mirrors real-world clinical food service operations... MORE

BAMC Auxiliary supports patients, staff with grants
February 20, 2026 — The Brooke Army Medical Center Auxiliary held its annual Welfare Grant Ceremony Feb. 17 at Brooke Army Medical Center. This year, the welfare committee approved 26 grant requests totaling more than $20,000 to help support patient care at BAMC... MORE

Naval Medical Forces Development Command establishes online blended learning training pipeline for Navy Medicine providers
February 19, 2026 — Naval Medical Forces Development Command launched a new Tactical Combat Casualty Care Tier 4 Combat Paramedics/Providers bridge training course for Navy Medicine providers, now available through Joint Knowledge Online as of Jan. 12, 2026... MORE

502d Logistics Readiness Squadron keeping the mission alive
February 19, 2026 — Members of the 502d Logistics Readiness Squadron at Joint Base San Antonio-Fort Sam Houston have been ensuring police, fire and support vehicles remain ready to support the mission at all times... MORE

Commissary Home Delivery Program expands across the U.S.
February 19, 2026 — The Defense Commissary Agency expanded its online grocery delivery program to an additional 62 stateside stores, allowing service members and their families to shop online and have groceries delivered to their homes... MORE

In a grocery store, a sign on the wall reads "CLICK2GO on the GO! Convenience Delivered!" There is a person in casual attire pushing a shopping cart and another person in similar attire standing in the store.