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Stacey guard nets dream
November 12, 2010 — A star basketball player delivers a signature move, eliciting cheers, applause and a round of flash photography.If that sounds like the making of a good dream - it is.For Cordia Harvatin, Stacey's... MORE

Stacey senior Cordia Harvatin signs a letter of intent to attend Southwestern Assemblies of God University next year as mom, April, and SAGU women's basketball coach Arlon Beadle watch on, Nov. 5 at the Lyon Center on the high school campus. (U.S. Air Force photo/Robbin Cresswell)

Base benefits daily from recycling program
November 12, 2010 — The only thing that makes Nov. 15 different from any other day at the Lackland Recycling Center is it's a nationally recognized day.Nation-wide Nov. 15, communities will promote recycling programs... MORE

Contract defines housing response times
November 12, 2010 — The contractual agreement between the Department of Defense and Balfour Beatty Communities requires Balfour Beatty to report to a residence within specified time frames to inspect and assess... MORE

Balfour Beatty offers choices
November 12, 2010 — Balfour Beatty Communities, which took over operation of the Lackland base housing facilities nearly two years ago, announced last week new options for residents of the base's oldest housing... MORE

Lackland CFC tops $1.7 million
November 12, 2010 — When it comes to helping those less fortunate, Lackland's generosity has come shining through once again in the annual Combined Federal Campaign.With the close of the 2010 active campaign Nov. 5,... MORE

AETC Commander to retire after 37 years of service
November 10, 2010 — The commander of Air Education and Training Command, Gen. Stephen R. Lorenz, will retire in the grade of general effective Jan. 1, 2011, Air Force officials announced today, culminating more than 37... MORE

General Stephen R. Lorenz is the Air Education and Training Command commander.

Photo essay: Lackland AirFest 2010
November 8, 2010 — Aerial acrobatics showcasing the military's might and highlighting airpower heritage dazzled a crowd of more than 574,000 people Nov. 6 and 7 during Lackland AirFest 2010. Coinciding with San... MORE

The AeroShell Aerobatic Team flies during AirFest 2010 Nov. 6. The team flew World War II aircraft through a series of precision formation aerobatic maneuvers. (U.S. Air Force photo/Alan Boedeker)

Project reduces energy consumption, costs
November 4, 2010 — It was fitting that the 802nd Civil Engineer Squadron was almost halfway through installing energy efficient window insulators at Air Force Intelligence, Surveillance and Reconnaissance Agency... MORE

LACKLAND AIR FORCE BASE, Texas -- Ben Patterson, contractor with Dawson Technical, prepares to install an energy-saving window barrier handed to him from co-workers Tirin Sneed, front, and Francisco Contreras at the Air Force Intelligence, Surveillance and Reconnaissance Agency headquarters here Sept. 23, 2010. The 802nd Civil Engineer Squadron estimates that the installation of radiant barrier window insulators in the 53-year-old building, at a cost of $488,000, will save $100,000 a year by reducing air conditioning needs. (U.S. Air Force photo by William Belcher)

AFRC offers resume writing classes
November 4, 2010 — Two units in the 802nd Force Support Squadron, the Airman and Family Readiness Center and the Civilian Personnel Section, have joined together to provide resources for educating current Air Force... MORE

343 days and counting
November 4, 2010 — Air Education and Training Command is closing in on a never before achieved safety goal -- going 365 days without a fatality. According to Robbie Bogard, AETC Safety and Occupational Health... MORE

Lackland welcomes community to AirFest 2010
November 4, 2010 — After nearly nine months of preparation, the AirFest 2010 planning committee is ready to showcase the accomplishments of military aviation to an expected crowd of 300,000 Saturday and Sunday at the... MORE

Operation Homecooking set for sign-ups
October 29, 2010 — San Antonio area families can share their warmth and hospitality with Airmen at Lackland this Thanksgiving by giving them a chance to enjoy a holiday meal in a family atmosphere through Operation... MORE

Triathlete captures 2nd base run
October 29, 2010 — An Ironman once again outpaced the competitive field during Lackland's half marathon Oct. 23.Charlie Rey, 342nd Training Squadron, can now add the annual 13.1-mile race to his other athletic... MORE

Runners begin the Gateway Half Marathon Oct. 23 at the Air Force Basic Military Training parade grounds on Lackland. Along with the half-marathon, runners competed in 10K and 5K events. (U.S. Air Force photo/Robbin Cresswell)

Show of respect
October 29, 2010 — MORE

Members of the Patriot Guard Riders lead a procession of vehicles through Port San Antonio for fallen Marine Cpl. Jorge Villarreal Jr. Oct. 22. Men and women from Lackland lined the street as a show of respect for Corporal Villarreal who was killed on patrol in Afghanistan Oct. 17. (U.S. Air Force photo/Robbin Cresswell)

F-22 to perform at AirFest 2010
October 29, 2010 — Visitors to Lackland AirFest 2010 will see the world's only operational fifth-generation fighter aircraft when the F-22 takes to the sky Nov. 6-7 during AirFest 2010 at the historic Kelly Field Annex... MORE

LANGLEY AIR FORCE BASE, Va. -- Lt. Col. James Hecker banks his F/A-22 Raptor during a training sortie here. He is the 27th Fighter Squadron commander. (U.S. Air Force photo by Tech. Sgt. Ben Bloker)

Airmen finish 860-mile trek
October 26, 2010 — Their journey is over, but their cause unfortunately goes on.Their feet hurt with each step. Their skin burned under the oppressive sun. Their clothes were drenched with sweat, and they were exhausted... MORE

Surviving family members, a few wounded Airmen and members of the Air Force Special Operations Command, join fifteen Special Tactics Airmen on the final stretch of an 860-mile memorial march from San Antonio, Tex. to Hurlburt Field, Fla., Sept. 21, 2010. (U.S. Air Force Photo by Master Sgt. Russell E. Cooley IV/Released)

Political activities by Air Force members
October 25, 2010 — Involvement in the political process is an important inalienable right, but as an active duty service member, certain rules must be followed. The political activities Air Force members can take part... MORE

Base readies, sets for run
October 21, 2010 — Registration numbers for the Gateway Half Marathon are snowballing, as the second annual event fast approaches Oct. 23.A week prior to the run, 95 total runners had signed up to hit the installation... MORE

Exercise readies base emergency responders
October 15, 2010 — MORE

Members of the San Antonio Fire Department secure a simulated casualty to a litter during a major accident and response exercise Oct. 12. The SAFD joined the 59th Medical Wing, the 502nd Air Base Wing and the 37th Training Wing for the exercise to ensure emergency responders and prepared for AirFest 2010. (U.S. Air Force photo/Robbin Cresswell)

Air show lost children's booth offers peace of mind
October 14, 2010 — Pre-registration for the AirFest 2010 lost children's booth begins Oct. 25 and continues through Oct. 29 at Joint Base San Antonio installations. Parents can pre-register their children those five... MORE