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Officials set military housing allowance rates for 2009
December 22, 2008 — Housing allowances for military members will go up an average of 6.9 percent in 2009, Defense Department officials announced Monday. The increase comes to an average of about $95 per month across the... MORE

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Clydesdales visit Randolph
December 22, 2008 — MORE

Friends, families and members of Team Randolph gathered at the base exchange Dec. 18 to catch a glimpse of the famous Clydesdale horses used for promotions and commercials by the Anheuser-Busch Brewing Company. (Photo by Rich McFadden)

Wounded warrior recieves STEP promotion
December 19, 2008 — MORE

Gen. Stephen Lorenz (left), Air Education and Training Command commander, promotes Staff Sgt. Matt Slaydon to technical sergeant through the Stripes To Exceptional Performers, or STEP, program Dec. 19 at AETC Headquarters. Sergeant Slaydon's wife, Annette, helps the general tack on the stripe. General Lorenz conducted the on-the-spot promotion on behalf of Brig. Gen. Kurt Neubauer, 56th Fighter Wing commander, which is Sergeant Slaydon's home unit. He has been in San Antonio for more than a year receiving medical care for wounds he suffered Oct. 24, 2007, in Iraq when a bomb exploded next to him during his duty as an explosive ordnance disposal specialist. Sergeant Slaydon received the promotion for the extensive Air Force ambassadorship and mentorship he has conducted during his year-long recovery. (Photo by Michelle Deleon)

2009 Randolph Ambassadors announced
December 16, 2008 — The 12th Flying Training Wing announced the 2009 Randolph Ambassadors Tuesday. The winners, selected by a panel of six judges, are Capt. Carlos Ferrer, 341st Recruiting Squadron, and Staff Sgt... MORE

Staff Sgt. Courtney Linde (left) and Capt. Carlos Ferrer were selected as the 2009 Randolph Air Force Base Ambassadors Dec. 16. Sergeant Linde and Captain Ferrer will represent Randolph in 2009 by participating in community outreach and base activities. (photo by Dave Terry)

Fighter pilot's software prowess saves Air Force millions and earns award
December 16, 2008 — A former 12th Flying Training Wing Airman saved the Air Force more than $2.3 million by creating a flight forecasting computer program which earned him an Air Force 2008 Productivity Award. Major Eric... MORE

Maj. Eric Schmidt, 3rd Special Operations Squardron (U.S. Air Force photo/Senior Airman Liliana Moreno)

Wingman Day fosters teamwork, esprit de corps
December 15, 2008 — MORE

Kim Houk, Health and Wellness Center exercise physiologist, demonstrates proper crunch techniques with the help of Staff Sgt. Larry Fortner, 12th Mission Support Squadron, during a Wingman Day seminar Dec. 12. Airmen and civilians spent the day participating in briefings, training and entertainment activities to foster teamwork and promote esprit de corps. (U.S. Air Force photo by Don Lindsey)

Congress authorizes paternity leave
December 15, 2008 — Eligible Airmen are now authorized 10 days of non-chargeable paternity leave following the birth of their newborns, courtesy of the 2009 Duncan Hunter National Defense Authorization Act. The law... MORE

Environmental safety and occupational health assessment says Randolph clean
December 8, 2008 — Commanders and principal staffers of the 12th Flying Training Wing gathered Dec. 5 in the wing conference room at the Taj Mahal to hear the results of the recent environmental, safety and occupational... MORE

Randolph officer, enlisted clubs renamed to celebrate legacies of two distinguished Airmen
December 8, 2008 — 12th Flying Training Wing commanders, retired Airmen, family members and friends gathered Dec. 5 and cheered as the Randolph Air Force Base's Officer and Enlisted Clubs were re-named for two... MORE

Col. Jacqueline Van Ovost, 12th Flying Training Wing commander, and Korean War ace, retired Col. Ralph Parr, unveil the new sign in front of the newly-renamed "Parr Club" during a ceremony Dec. 5. (U.S. Air Force photo by Rich McFadden)

Thrift store reopens
December 8, 2008 — MORE

Col. Alan Lake, 12th Mission Support Group commander, cuts the ribbon on the thrift store Dec. 5 at a grand opening ceremony for the new location. (U.S. Air Force photo by Rich McFadden)

Innovators save Randolph big bucks; allow for ahead-of-schedule training
December 8, 2008 — An innovative idea by a pair of Team Randolph civilians helped save the Air Force more than $1 million. Joe Rippke and Glenn Williams, with the 12th Operations Support Squadron Flight, came up with an... MORE

Before hitting the bottle, remember the CORC
December 5, 2008 — With the Air Force's designation of December as "Responsible Alcohol Use Month," commanders are reminding Airmen to drink moderately, with safety in mind - or to abstain all-together if they so... MORE

Video contest solicits recruiting videos from Airmen
December 5, 2008 — Airmen in all career fields now have a chance to try their hand in Air Force recruiting. A video contest that officially began Dec. 1, solicits "mission-documentary" type videos depicting Airmen's... MORE

Clubs take names of base legends Dec. 5
December 3, 2008 — One is a combat Ace who logged more than 6,000 hours in fighter aircraft. The other is a Charter Chief who flew in, worked on or inspected more than 30 different airframes. Both are Randolph Air Force... MORE

Lighting the holiday night
December 3, 2008 — MORE

Randolph Elementary School choir students sing at the holiday tree lighting ceremony in Washington Circle on Dec. 2. (U.S. Air Force photo by Rich McFadden)

25 Airmen graduate from Gaylor ALS
December 3, 2008 — The following senior airmen are the award winners and graduates from Gaylor Airman Leadership School that held its graduation ceremony for Class 09-1 Wednesday. Award winners: John L. Levitow Award... MORE

Local Daughters of the American Revolution chapter honors Team Randolph's outstanding aircrew men
December 2, 2008 — The San Antonio de Bexar chapter of the Texas Society of the Daughters of the American Revolution honored four Randolph Air Force Base 12th Flying Training Wing airmen today for superior performance... MORE

Hang up and drive or pull over and talk -- SFS to crack down on cell phone use while driving on base
December 1, 2008 — When talking and driving on Randolph Air Force Base, the rules are simple: use a speakerphone or earpiece. Security forces are strictly enforcing Department of Defense regulations against driving on... MORE

Senior Airman Tristan Nunn, at the wheel of his vehicle, attempts to close his cell phone before putting it away as Tech. Sgt. Manuel Mateo, 12th Security Forces Squadron,approaches his window holding a pad of traffic tickets. Security Forces are cracking down on Randolph Air Force base drivers using non-hands-free cell phones. (U.S. Air Force photo by Rich McFadden)

12 FTW earns 'Excellent' ORI rating
November 25, 2008 — A packed theater crowd jumped to its feet and cheered when the Air Education and Training Command Inspector General team announced an overall "Excellent" rating for the 12th Flying Training Wing... MORE

Terrye Heagerty (arm raised) and Tech. Sgt. Joseph Krawietz (with triangle) cheer on fellow 12th Services Division members during the Operational Readiness Inspection outbrief at the base theater on Tuesday. The 12th Flying Training Wing earned an "Excellent" rating from ORI inspectors. (U.S. Air Force photo by Melissa Peterson)

Bravehearts represent RAFB in flag football tournaments
November 25, 2008 — Flag football trophies have piled up for the Randolph Bravehearts team that represents Team Randolph in city-, state- and national-level competitions year-round. A two-day, weekend tournament at Fort... MORE