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Impact of Senior Enlisted Leader International Summit far-reaching, strategic
September 21, 2021 — After nearly three years in the planning and several delays due to COVID-19, the Senior Enlisted Leader International Summit finally became a reality Aug. 9-13. The event, co-hosted by Chief Master Sgt. of the Air Force JoAnne S. Bass and the Inter-American Air Forces Academy, brought together approximately 120 top enlisted leaders from the U.S. and 44 partner nations... MORE

37th TRSS CATM instructors guide students with skill, precision
September 20, 2021 — Headlights illuminate a winding, dark road against the backdrop of what resembles the Texas countryside. With no building or person in sight, this single road leads to a wide-open space with one building and one purpose... MORE

Defense Language Institute English Language Center recognizes National Hispanic Heritage Month
September 17, 2021 — National Hispanic Heritage Month is celebrated from Sept. 15 to Oct. 15. This month in the United States recognizes the contributions and influence of Hispanic Americans to the history, culture, and achievements of the United States... MORE

Army South Contingency Command Post conducts deployment readiness exercise
September 17, 2021 — Army South personnel learned pallet loading and securing at Joint Base San Antonio-Kelly Field Annex Sept. 14 as part of the Army South Contingency Command Post during a level II deployment readiness exercise... MORE

JBSA housing advocates aim to build communities, trust
September 16, 2021 — Housing residents at Joint Base San Antonio installations have two powerful allies they might not know about – Beverly Ebbers and Cathy Wiley... MORE

AFIMSC seeks challenging I&MS topics for I-WEPTAC
September 13, 2021 — The deadline to submit ideas to help shape the future of combat support is soon approaching. Submissions for the 2022 Installation and Mission Support Weapons and Tactics Conference are due Sept. 15... MORE

Total Force Defenders beta testing AFSFC’s new weapons qualification course
September 12, 2021 — Defenders from across the Total Force are currently beta testing a new Air Force security forces weapons qualification course designed to enhance proficiency across the career field... MORE

149th Fighter Wing pitches in for Louisiana cleanup
September 9, 2021 — Members of the 149th Fighter Wing from Joint Base San Antonio-Lackland traveled to Louisiana recently to help with Hurricane Ida recovery efforts... MORE

Thirteen shooters qualify for bronze pistol badge
September 8, 2021 — The 2021 Excellence in Competition Pistol Shoot, hosted by the 37th Training Support Squadron Combat Weapons Flight, brought out 130 military participants, all vying to place in the top 10 percent... MORE

AFICC awards Pool 3 in architect & engineering services contract series
September 4, 2021 — A collaborative effort between the Air Force Installation Contracting Center and Air Force Civil Engineer Center led to the award of Pool 3 contracts Aug. 30, 2021, as part of the $2 billion Architect-Engineer Next program consisting of four contractor pools... MORE

U.S. Space Force Guardians helping to shape the future of the force
September 2, 2021 — When they arrive at basic training at Joint Base San Antonio-Lackland, the newest members of the U.S. Space Force will see one of their own wearing the distinctive headgear of a military training instructor... MORE

September is peak household goods moving season
September 1, 2021 — September is the peak household goods moving season and the 502nd Logistics Readiness Squadron wants to ensure that all service members and their families receive the highest quality of customer service and have the smoothest PCS move possible... MORE

AFIMSC members recall 9/11: the longest day
August 31, 2021 — A jammed printer, a last minute decision and a view from the skies of D.C. the night of Sept. 12, 2001. These are the moments Linda Alcala, Kirk Phillips and Dr. Kirsten Hawley carry with them from 9/11... MORE

AFIMSC chaplain team offers stress management strategies
August 30, 2021 — While stress is a natural part of life, being able to recognize and manage it – and knowing when and how to get help when it reaches an unhealthy level — is important for overall wellbeing. The Air Force Installation and Mission Support Center Chaplain Corps is one resource available to help Airmen and families manage stress ... MORE

Hurricane Hunters fly out of JBSA-Lackland to track Hurricane Ida
August 30, 2021 — The Air Force Reserve’s 403rd Wing started relocating aircraft to Joint Base San Antonio-Lackland Aug. 27 as Hurricane Ida made its way towards the Gulf Coast... MORE

Departing AFIMSC command chief reflects on tenure
August 30, 2021 — As he prepares to leave the position he’s held since July 2019, the command chief master sergeant at the Air Force Installation and Mission Support Center at Joint Base San Antonio-Lackland reflected on the role he said he was meant to take on... MORE

59th MDW commander shares thoughts on Afghanistan
August 25, 2021 — I believe many have mixed feelings watching the events of the last few days with the Afghanistan crisis and the collapse of their government. I am sad, disappointed and frustrated. ... MORE

Modern-day pioneers lead the way for gender integration
August 25, 2021 — Five women took the stage in front of an international, Spanish-speaking audience to take part in a Women’s Peace and Security panel at the Inter-American Air Forces Academy at Joint Base San Antonio-Lackland Aug 3... MORE

Master sergeant selectees inducted as senior NCOs
August 25, 2021 — Nearly 190 guests watched as 63 master sergeant selectees from the 37th Training Wing were officially inducted into the senior NCO ranks at the Gateway Club at Joint Base San Antonio-Lackland Aug. 13... MORE

59th Medical Wing supports women who are nursing
August 24, 2021 — The Women's Health Clinic has a lactation room readily available for women who are nursing at Wilford Hall Ambulatory Surgical Center at Joint Base San Antonio-Lackland... MORE