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JBSA hunting program changes platforms for deer permits
September 1, 2022 — The Joint Base San Antonio Hunting Program has moved. JBSA is no longer using iSportsman for program administration and permit sales... MORE

MICC executive addresses San Antonio small business leaders
September 1, 2022 — The Mission and Installation Contracting Command deputy to the commanding general addressed more than 150 area small business representatives at the 2022 San Antonio Business Opportunity Council Aug. 16 in San Antonio as part of the command’s continuing industry outreach efforts... MORE

METC medical lab technician instructor recognized for saving a life
September 1, 2022 — While Navy Lt. Brian Melin and his wife were in Las Vegas to attend their daughter’s volleyball tournament April 2, 2022, it was soon very obvious he was in the right place at the right time... MORE

METC Medical Lab instructor recognized for saving a life

METC pharmacy tech students conduct first joint FTX
August 31, 2022 — In a first for the Medical Education and Training Campus’ Pharmacy Technician program, 31 Army, Air Force and Coast Guard students jointly conducted a three-day, field training exercise at Joint Base San Antonio-Camp Bullis July 12-15... MORE

METC instructor earns medical sonographer credential
August 31, 2022 — Challenging the American Registry of Diagnostic Medical Sonographers credentialing exam after graduating from the Diagnostic Medical Sonographer training program is normally a straightforward process if one has met all the requirements. For some graduates of the program, however, it’s a bit more complicated... MORE

METC DMS Instructor Earns ARDMS Credential

METC instructor earns Master Instructor Badge
August 31, 2022 — Sgt. 1st Class Troy Mata, instructor and service lead for the Medical Education and Training Campus Army Dental Specialist Program, was presented with the Army Master Instructor Badge Aug. 10... MORE

Brazilian Army leadership lauds opportunity to train with U.S. Army at JRTC
August 30, 2022 — Prior to his soldiers arriving to the Joint Readiness Training Center, or JRTC, at Fort Polk, Louisiana, to take part in a bilateral training exercise, Gen. Estevam Cals Theophilo, commander, Brazilian Army Land Operations Command, emphasized the importance of his troops being ready for the next conflict... MORE

Army upgrades Soldier tuition assistance portal
August 29, 2022 — An upgraded version of the ArmyIgnitED portal has gone online to provide Soldiers, education counselors, and academic institutions a smoother and more reliable experience for processing Army Tuition Assistance Requests... MORE

JBSA leader helps celebrate 114th birthday anniversary of President Lyndon B. Johnson
August 29, 2022 — In an annual tradition that originated by Mrs. Claudia “Lady Bird” Johnson, a private wreath-laying ceremony was held for President Lyndon B. Johnson’s gravesite in observance of his birthday. The National Historical Park Service hosted the 114th annual wreath ceremony at Johnson Family Cemetery at the LBJ Ranch in Johnson City, Texas, Aug. 27, 2022. ... MORE

MEDCoE welcomes new Command Sergeant Major
August 29, 2022 — The U.S. Army Medical Center of Excellence welcomed Command Sgt. Major Victor Laragione as the command’s 23rd command sergeant major during a change of responsibility ceremony conducted at MacArthur Field at Joint Base San Antonio-Fort Sam Houston Aug. 26... MORE

U.S. Army North hosts Building 44 rededication
August 25, 2022 — U.S. Army North hosted a ribbon-cutting ceremony at Building 44 at Joint Base San Antonio-Fort Sam Houston Aug. 18, 2022. ... MORE

U.S. Army Lt. Gen. John R. Evans, U.S. Army North commanding general, shows Wayne Peacock, president and chief executive of USAA, and the USAA team around the original USAA building to celebrate history with USAA and the U.S. Army during a ribbon cutting ceremony at Building 44 on Joint-Base San Antonio-Fort Sam Houston,Texas, Aug.18, 2022.The ceremony honored USAA’s historical roots among the local San Antonio, Texas community and celebrated the long-standing partnership with U.S. Army North in connection to the building. (U.S. Army photo by Pfc. Gianna Elle Sulger)

MEDCoE commanding general supports 2022 DOD Warrior Games athletes
August 24, 2022 — Maj. Gen. Michael J. Talley, U.S. Army Medical Center of Excellence commanding general, traveled to the Department of Defense Warrior Games in Orlando, Florida, Aug. 20-21 to show his support to the games and competitors... MORE

MEDCoE hosts Army Combat Fitness Test discussion panel
August 24, 2022 — Command Sgt. Maj. Clark Charpentier, U.S. Army Medical Center of Excellence Command Sergeant Major, hosted a panel to discuss the Army Combat Fitness Test, or ACFT, in Blesse Auditorium at Joint Base San Antonio-Fort Sam Houston Aug. 11... MORE

Junior Reserve Officer Training Corps students visit MEDCoE
August 23, 2022 — Junior Reserve Officer Training Corps students from Davenport High School in San Antonio had the opportunity to visit the U.S. Army Medical Center of Excellence at Joint Base San Antonio-Fort Sam Houston Aug. 4, 2022... MORE

NORAD deputy commander visits ARNORTH
August 23, 2022 — Royal Canadian Air Force Lieutenant-General Alain Pelletier, deputy commander, North American Aerospace Defense Command, toured U.S. Army North headquarters at Joint Base San Antonio-Fort Sam Houston, Texas, during a visit Aug. 17, 2022... MORE

U.S. Army North strengthens roots at local college
August 23, 2022 — Through the bustling campus of students moving from classes and activities, stands a sturdy oak tree. Providing shade from the blistering Texas sun, this tree peeks into the past with its marked bark. St. Philip’s College dedicated the historical tree officially in tribute to the late retired U.S. Army Col. Roy W. Burley Sr. and his commitment to the San Antonio Community throughout his life. The ceremony invoked the spirit of the Burley family on their homestead, which is now an integral part of the college. ... MORE

U.S. Army Lt. Gen. John Evans, commanding general of U.S. Army North, speaks during St. Philip’s College Col. Burley Oak Tree Dedication Ceremony, held on the St. Philip’s College’s campus, August 18, 2022. The 100-plus-year-old oak tree is part of the Burley homestead of the late retired U.S. Army Col. Roy W. Burley, Sr., for many generations. The tree now resides on the college campus with a plaque to share with future generations the legacy of “The Colonel”. (U.S. Army Photo by Bethany L. Huff)

BAMC Soldier Recovery Unit members make for unexpected friendly rivals
August 22, 2022 — The Brooke Army Medical Center Soldier Recovery Unit is more than where support for wounded, ill, and injured Soldiers receiving rehabilitative care takes place. In some rare instances, staff members find themselves in competition with a patient. On Aug. 11, two members of the organization entered Joint Base San Antonio-Fort Sam Houston’s Jimmy Brought Fitness Center in a peculiar trainer-training the competition predicament... MORE

MEDCoE Soldiers participate in area back-to-school events
August 18, 2022 — As children returned to school after their summer break, Soldiers of the U.S. Army Medical Center of Excellence from Joint Base San Antonio-Fort Sam Houston participated in events to welcome them back to class Aug. 15... MORE

JBSA-Lackland, JBSA-Randolph pharmacies implement changes to improve service
August 17, 2022 — The Joint Base San Antonio-Lackland and Randolph Pharmacy teams are changing some of their processes to improve service to beneficiaries... MORE

Lackland, Randolph Pharmacies change processes

Walk-in clinic aids service members with musculoskeletal injuries
August 16, 2022 — The Brooke Army Medical Center Musculoskeletal Integrated Practice Unit, located in the Capt. Jennifer M. Moreno Clinic (second floor), offers walk-in services to active duty, permanent party service members with acute injuries Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. to 10 a.m... MORE