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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.

MICC opens registration for sixth annual virtual industry engagement event
February 18, 2026 — Registration is now open for the Mission and Installation Contracting Command’s sixth annual Advance Planning Briefing for Industry, a command-wide virtual industry engagement event scheduled for May 11–15, 2026... MORE

BAMC receives 2025 Digital Health Most Wired recognition
February 18, 2026 — Brooke Army Medical Center has once again been named one of the nation’s “Most Wired” medical facilities for its innovative use of health information technology by the College of Healthcare Information Management Executives... MORE

Q-Trac virtual queuing system enhances the JBSA Visitor Control Center experience
February 11, 2026 — In an era where managing visitor flow and minimizing wait times are paramount to providing exceptional service, the Joint Base San Antonio Visitor Centers will be adopting the Q-Trac virtual queuing system, tentatively beginning March 6. This technology is set to transform the visitor experience, eliminating the frustration of long lines and allowing for a more personalized and efficient visit for everyone... MORE

Navy Public Affairs renames, realigns to deliver more capable forces
February 11, 2026 — Marking a significant reorganization of expeditionary public affairs forces, the Navy redesignated Navy Public Affairs Support Element (NPASE) Headquarters as Navy Public Affairs Command (NPAC) and renamed all subordinate units Fleet Public Affairs Centers (FLTPACENs) Jan. 9. ... MORE

Sailors assigned to Fleet Public Affairs Center San Diego pose for a group photo at the conclusion of their establishment of command ceremony, Jan. 21, 2026. Fleet Public Affairs Center San Diego provides operational public affairs support to current and emerging public affairs and visual information engagements. (U.S. Navy Photo by Mass Communication Specialist 1st Class Charles J. Scudella III)

Modernizing the front door: Army developers, recruiters refine accessions software
February 10, 2026 — The U.S. Army is bridging the gap between software development and recruiting to modernize how the nation's next generation of Soldiers enters the force... MORE

The Next Evolution: Introducing the U.S. Army NCO Academy, built on the history of the NCOLCoE
February 9, 2026 — For more than 50 years, a single institution at Fort Bliss, Texas, has served as the U.S. Army’s forge for its most critical asset: the enlisted leader... MORE

MICC planners, 410th Contracting Support Brigade demonstrate new command relationship, synchronize support to the Army Western Hemisphere Command
February 4, 2026 — Leaders and staff of the Field Directorate Office Fort Sam Houston and the 410th Contracting Brigade held a tabletop exercise on Jan. 22, 2026, to discuss the transition of the 410th CSB from the U.S. Army Contracting Command to the U.S. Army Mission and Installation Contracting Command as part of ongoing Army transformation... MORE

MICC, ACC collaborate on innovative contracting solutions
February 4, 2026 — Leaders from the 419th Contracting Support Brigade, Mission and Installation Contracting Command, attended a leader professional development session Jan. 21, 2026, hosted by the Army Research Laboratory, focused on expanding the use of innovative contracting tools to meet emerging operational requirements... MORE

MICC and ACC collaborate on innovative contracting solutions