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Base supports Fort Hood crisis
November 13, 2009 — When the call from Fort Hood came in on the afternoon of Nov. 5, the Lackland Blood Donor Center responded - quickly.Almost within an hour of the plea from their sister center in the Armed Services... MORE

37th Medical Group welcomes new commander
November 13, 2009 — When Col. (Dr.) Rick Campise assumed command of the 37th Medical Group Nov. 2, it was a dual reward for him: a job he aspired to, and a homecoming.If you had asked the Houston native in 1987, when he... MORE

Team Lackland exceeds CFC goal
November 13, 2009 — Team Lackland has shown its generosity once again by exceeding its goal of $1.5 million in donations for the annual Combined Federal Campaign.Through Nov. 7, reports show more than $1.65 million has... MORE

After-school fun
November 5, 2009 — MORE

Aidan Sanders carefully stacks Jenga blocks during the Lackland Youth Center open house Nov. 4. The open house was part of Air Force Family Week which recognized and celebrated the Air Force family while providing education and awareness about base and community support programs. Aidan is the daughter of Capt. Tina Sanders, 711th Human Performance Wing at Brooks City-Base. (U.S. Air Force photo/Robbin Cresswell)

New Sport Bike Safety Course geared toward aggressive riders
November 5, 2009 — In fiscal year 2009, drivers of two- and three-wheel vehicles accounted for nearly half of the 47 off-duty private motor vehicle fatalities in the Air Force. Already, the first fatality for this... MORE

Bill James demonstrates riding techniques during the Sport Bike Safety Course on Lackland's Training Annex Oct. 30. Mr. James is with the 37th Training Wing Safety Office. (U.S. Air Force photo/Alan Boedeker)

Graduates honored at diploma recognition ceremony
November 5, 2009 — Congratulations to the following members of Team Lackland recognized for completion of a college degree. Community College of the Air Force graduates: Staff Sgt. Heaven Adams Master at Arms First... MORE

Lackland Airmen make chief master sergeant
November 5, 2009 — Fourteen Team Lackland senior master sergeants were among 475 of 2,276 eligible senior master sergeants selected promotion to chief master sergeant for a selection rate of 20.87 percent. The average... MORE

Inaugural run takes off
October 30, 2009 — Lackland's first-ever Gateway Half Marathon took off without so much as a bump in the road or a cloud in the morning sky Oct. 24. Nearly 2,000 runners roamed the base streets during the day's 5K, 10K... MORE

More than 1,900 runners begin the Gateway Half Marathon Oct. 24 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/Alan Boedeker)

Air Force recruiters gain new perspective
October 30, 2009 — After spending a week shadowing military training instructors, two Air Force recruiters have a renewed perspective for potential recruits. Staff Sgts. Cheryl Vercellona and Eduardo Velarde of the... MORE

Annual CAM week to kick off
October 30, 2009 — San Antonio Chamber of Commerce's Celebrate America's Military Week gives the community an opportunity to pay tribute to local active-duty and retired servicemembers. According to the chamber's Web... MORE

Ambassador program accepting applications
October 30, 2009 — Base officials are looking for two articulate, self-confident members of Team Lackland to serve as goodwill ambassadors at community events throughout 2010, including the city's annual 11-day Fiesta... MORE

Lackland to focus on Air Force family
October 30, 2009 — Team Lackland kicks off Air Force Family Week Nov. 2 with an official visit from Col. Sandra Adams, Air Force Services Agency commander. Air Force Family Week, Nov. 1 - 7, recognizes and celebrates... MORE

Project to simplify, strengthen base network
October 30, 2009 — To most people, a computer at their work station and the ability to log on to a network are conveniences taken for granted. While a lot goes on behind the scenes to ensure e-mail gets delivered to the... MORE

Operation Homecooking set for signups
October 30, 2009 — San Antonio area families can share their warmth and hospitality with Airmen and trainees at Lackland this Thanksgiving by giving them a chance to enjoy a holiday meal in a family atmosphere through... MORE

Magical Bash
October 23, 2009 — MORE

Chloe Hamilton, daughter of Randi Hamilton, shows off her pumpkin costume during the Lackland Library Magical Bash Oct. 17. The bash gave children an opportunity to wear their favorite costume and participate in a costume contest. (U.S. Air Force photo/Robbin Cresswell)

Dental looks perfect, eyes playoffs
October 23, 2009 — The defending intramural flag football champs closed out another perfect season, shutting out both the Clinical Support Group and the 543rd Support Squadron Trojans. The 59th Dental Squadron exhibited... MORE

Stacey named one of area's top high schools
October 23, 2009 — Lackland's Stacey High School was recently named one of the top 10 public high schools in the Greater San Antonio area by the Children at Risk organization. "We are excited and honored to receive this... MORE

AF transfers 72 acres to Port SA
October 23, 2009 — On Sept. 30, the Air Force transferred 72 acres of the former Kelly Air Force Base to Port San Antonio, the local redevelopment authority taking charge of revitalizing the former base. The transfer is... MORE

CFC extends campaign to Oct. 28
October 16, 2009 — The annual Combined Federal Campaign has been extended to Oct. 28 after materials expected from the national office arrived almost two weeks into the start of the fundraising effort. This year's CFC... MORE

Museum renovation underway
October 16, 2009 — By late next spring, the History and Traditions Museum will have a new look. The museum officially closed Oct. 2 for a complete renovation; it is expected to re-open in May and the only thing that may... MORE

Airman 1st Class Michael Valeich (left), Airman David Mudd and Airman Basic Cortney Wilkinson, all with the 342nd Training Squadron, push a Lawrence Radial Engine while helping to pack up exhibits Oct. 7 at the History and Traditions Museum. (U.S. Air Force photo/Robbin Cresswell)