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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)

Road to Defender Cup finals stopped short for Warhawks
October 16, 2009 — After giving up only one goal on its way to the Defender Cup semifinals, Lackland soccer seemed primed for a third straight finals appearance. However, Travis Football Club, from Travis AFB, Calif.,... MORE

Warhawk Joel Lobisser tries to control the ball among two Seymour-Johnson defenders during the teams' first game at the League Executive San Antonio soccer fields. (U.S. Air Force photo/Robbin Cresswell)

Just say no
October 15, 2009 — MORE

Warhawk, a popular music group from The Air Force Band of the West, performs for elementary and middle school students attending an anti-drug concert Oct. 14 at Trinity University in San Antonio. The concert was part of National Red Ribbon Week, an anti-drug campaign focused on educating youth about the dangers of drugs and encouraging them to make smart choices. Warhawk performed a variety of music, from Motown and classic rock to current pop music from artists like Miley Cyrus, the Black Eyed Peas and Taylor Swift. (U.S. Air Force photo/Robbin Cresswell)

Air Force activates 3rd Combat Camera Squadron
October 8, 2009 — The Air Force stood up the third of four combat camera squadrons during an activation ceremony Oct. 1 at the Gateway Club. Located at Lackland, the 3rd Combat Camera Squadron falls under the Air Force... MORE

Lackland committed to water stewardship
October 8, 2009 — Protecting our precious water resource is very important to our community and to Lackland's missions. Never before has the need for water conservation been more apparent. Here in South Texas, our... MORE

IAAFA at forefront of PME
October 8, 2009 — Professional military education helps Airmen develop the management and leadership skills needed to become Air Force professionals and the senior leaders of tomorrow. For nearly six decades, Maxwell... MORE

Retiree appreciation day set for Oct. 17
October 8, 2009 — The annual Lackland and Brooks City-Base Retiree Appreciation Day is Oct. 17, 8 a.m. to 2 p.m., at Mitchell Hall. There are nearly 690,000 retired Airmen in the Air Force family and many are still... MORE

Lackland to host Defender Cup
October 8, 2009 — If a 50-year-old soccer coach shows up 30 minutes before practice to run two miles around the field, just imagine the training he puts his players through. Warhawks interim varsity soccer coach... MORE

Lackland's varsity soccer team run sprints during practice Oct. 5 in preparation for the upcoming Defender Cup tournament. (U.S. Air Force photo/Robbin Cresswell)

Registration begins for 2010 AETC Symposium
October 7, 2009 — Registration begins Oct. 7, for the 2010 Air Education and Training Command Symposium, scheduled for Jan. 14-15, 2010, at the Henry B. Gonzalez Convention Center in San Antonio. The theme of this... MORE

First sergeant named athlete of the year
October 2, 2009 — As first sergeant to his squadron, proponent of base fitness, volunteer at local youth camps, co-founder of the first San Antonio triathlon team and All-Air Force Triathlete, this year's recipient of... MORE

Anthony Milunas earned many firsts in 2009, including being named Lackland's male athlete of the year for his work in both civic and athletic arenas. (U.S. Air Force photo/Alan Boedeker)

New gate entry system on horizon
October 2, 2009 — The 37th Security Forces Squadron, responsible for installation security, will soon begin using the Defense Biometric Identification System to enhance security and improve force protection. DBIDS is a... MORE