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Navy Recruiting District San Antonio welcomes new commanding officer
August 7, 2014 — A new commanding officer of Navy Recruiting District San Antonio was welcomed aboard during a change of command ceremony July 25 held at Anderson Hall, Medical Education and Training Campus, Joint... MORE

Cmdr. Michael Briggs (right) is congratulated by Capt. Susanne McNinch (center), commodore of Navy Recruiting Region West, after assuming command of Navy Recruiting District San Antonio from Cmdr. Corry Juedeman (left) during a change of command July 25 at Anderson Hall, Medical Education and Training Campus, Joint Base San Antonio-Fort Sam Houston.
Photo by Burrell Parmer

Brooke Army Medical Center recognized by U.S. Department of Health and Human Services
August 7, 2014 — Brooke Army Medical Center was recently recognized by the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services for reaching the Silver level of achievement for promoting enrollment in the Texas Organ Donor... MORE

Yearly thunderstorms carry potential danger, damage
August 6, 2014 — A thunderstorm that passed through Joint Base San Antonio-Randolph July 15 proved that even small weather incidents can become big forces of nature. A system called a pulse thunderstorm, which... MORE

Motorcycle safety depends on preparedness, awareness
August 6, 2014 — Motorcyclists are all but safe on roadways, more exposed than their four-wheeled counterparts, but there are a number of measures they can take to become as protected as possible. For starters,... MORE

Dale Owens, 12th Flying Training Wing, rides off base on his motorcycle June 24, from Joint Base San Antonio-Randolph. Proper safety gear such as a Department of Transportation approved helmet, pants made of thick material, a reflective vest and protective footwear ensure the riders safety, thus making them clearly visible to other drivers. (U.S. Air Force photo by Johnny Saldivar)

U.S. Army South completes eighth bilateral staff talks with El Salvador
August 5, 2014 — U.S. Army South, as the Army service component command for U.S. Southern Command and acting on behalf of the Chief of Staff of the Army, conducted staff talks with the Salvadoran army July 12-16 at... MORE

Brig. Gen. Armando Mejia (left), the Salvadoran army commander and head of the Salvadoran delegation, shares a laugh with Maj. Gen. Joseph P. Disalvo (right), the U.S. Army South commanding general and head of the U.S. delegation, while Maj. Sergio Trejo (center), the Army South Central American desk officer, translates during the U.S. Army South/Salvadoran Army-to-army staff talks July 15 at the Army South headquarters on Joint Base San Antonio-Fort Sam Houston

Photo by Eric Lucero

Air Force military ambassador program accepting applications
August 5, 2014 — Air Force military ambassador program accepting applications.Two articulate, self-confident Air Force, Air Force Reserve or Air National Guard members are needed to serve as military ambassadors at... MORE

Staff Sgt. Kathryn North and Tech. Sgt. Daniel Anderson the 2014 Joint Base San Antonio Air Force Ambassadors.

TRICARE benefits available at local SA facilities
July 30, 2014 — Military family members and retirees in the San Antonio area are invited to enroll for primary care at their local military treatment facility.As part of a market-wide campaign, San Antonio Military... MORE

Rambler 120 race returns with new division for individuals
July 22, 2014 — After a one-year hiatus, Joint Base San Antonio's adventure race, the Rambler 120 Team Challenge, will return Sept. 20 to the JBSA Recreation Park at Canyon Lake. The Rambler 120, which is hosted by... MORE

Team Kick Rx members (from left to right), Kimberly Ortmeyer, Carlos Martinez, Oriana Davila, and Justin Lusk, compete with 36 other teams in the 22-mile bike race portion of the seventh annual Rambler 120 Competition Oct 20 at Joint Base San Antonio Recreation Park at Canyon Lake. The endurance portion event included running, cycling, rowing and a mystery event.

Chief's Group
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Chief Master Sgt. Dana Wood, Air Education and Training Command enlisted professional military education functional manager, uses a sponge to scrub off extra paint on park garbage cans during the Eberle Park Renovation project July 12 at Joint Base San Antonio-Randolph. The day’s mission included spreading mulch in playgrounds, adding sand to the outside volleyball court, power-washing, painting, and cleaning up. Volunteers were members of either the Randolph Top Three or Randolph Chief’s Group. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Kenna Jackson)

METC honor graduate inspires by passing distinction to fellow classmate
July 16, 2014 — An Air Force student who graduated from the Healthcare Administration Specialist program at the Medical Education & Training Campus on Joint Base San Antonio-Fort Sam Houston demonstrated more than... MORE

Davis Barracks named for female Army combat medic
July 16, 2014 — Staff Sgt. Carletta Davis, an Army medic, died Nov. 5, 2007, in Tal Al-Dahad, Iraq when an improvised explosive devise detonated near her Humvee during combat operations. Her name and legacy will now... MORE

Who receives your SGLI proceeds - your spouse or your former spouse?
July 16, 2014 — Payment from a Servicemember's Group Life Insurance policy may be the largest sum of money that your family receives if you die while on active duty. That's why it's important to make sure that your... MORE

BAMC emergency medicine department doctors, Special Forces get realistic training at JBSA-Camp Bullis
July 10, 2014 — Brooke Army Medical Center Emergency Medicine Department staff and residents joined forces June 16-22 with the Army Special Forces Soldiers to maximize their combat related medical training efforts at... MORE

Army North receives Army Superior Unit Award
July 10, 2014 — The commanding general of U.S. Army North (Fifth Army) was able to attach one more streamer to the Army North colors during a ceremony July 2 in the historic Quadrangle. Lt. Gen. Perry Wiggins,... MORE

Navy Medicine Education and Training Command leaders change
July 10, 2014 — Rear Adm. Rebecca McCormick-Boyle relieved Capt. Gail Hathaway as commander of the Navy Medicine Education and Training Command during a combined change of command and retirement ceremony June 27 at... MORE

Air Force legal assistance website places help at fingertips
July 9, 2014 — The Air Force legal community continually strives to find better ways to serve military members, retirees and their family members. To achieve better service, a public legal assistance website was... MORE

Mexico travel restrictions in place for active-duty members
July 9, 2014 — Mexico is among the world's most popular destinations for warm weather vacations, but because of violence stemming from drug wars that have killed tens of thousands of people in recent years,... MORE

Active-duty members must avoid off-limits businesses
July 9, 2014 — Armed forces members may face severe punishment if they are spotted at a few local businesses that are off-limits, but they also have a responsibility to stay away from areas with suspicious... MORE

Army South trains Paraguayanspecial forces in tactical combat casualty care
July 7, 2014 — The eerie whistle of a mortar round pierces the calm as the unmistakable cracks of incoming rounds augment the disarray that surrounds you.To the seasoned combat veteran, the experience of a fight and... MORE

Army North bids farewell to deputy commanding general
July 7, 2014 — The U.S. Army North (Fifth Army) team said goodbye to one of its own June 26 during a tattoo ceremony at the Fort Sam Houston Theater.Maj. Gen. William Roy, Army North deputy commanding general, is... MORE