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Airman reflects on cancer battle, gives back with ‘passion project’
November 17, 2016 — At 28 years old, Staff Sgt. Nathan Combs never imagined he would be in a hospital room at Joint Base San Antonio-Lackland’s Wilford Hall receiving chemotherapy. But in December 2005, that’s exactly... MORE

Tech. Sgt. Nathan Combs, 902nd Security Forces Squadron NCO in charge of resource protection, won his fight with cancer after being diagnosed with stage II non-seminoma testicular cancer in 2005. As a result of his experience, Combs has become a regular blood donor and leads blood drives at Joint Base San Antonio-Randolph about every 90 days.

Airman medals in Lackland Classic, utilizes bod pod to track progress
November 14, 2016 — Through high school, the term “athlete” is always one Tech. Sgt. Jason Haden identified with. “Basketball, football, soccer – I played a lot of sports,” Haden, Air Education and Training Command NCO... MORE

Tech Sgt. Jason Haden, Air Education and Training Command NCO in charge of instructor and support assignments, finishes a set of dumbbell curls at the Rambler Fitness Center on Joint Base San Antonio-Randolph Oct. 24, 2016. Haden competed in the National Physique Committee’s Lackland Classic, a bodybuilding competition, in San Antonio Nov. 12.

From Foulois to RPA pilots, JBSA contributes to aviation history
November 8, 2016 — U.S. Air Force General Henry H. Arnold or “Hap,” is well known for being many things – a founding father of the Air Force, an aviator and a strong leader. However, a psychic is not typically one of... MORE

Aviation History Month is an annual designation observed in November.

National Military Family Month: honoring our heroes on the home front
November 7, 2016 — On October 28, 2016, President Barack H. Obama signed a Presidential Proclamation declaring November to be “National Military Family Month.” Since 1993, the month of November has been an... MORE

On October 28, 2016, President Barack H. Obama signed a Presidential Proclamation declaring November to be “National Military Family Month.” Since 1993, the month of November has been an opportunity to honor the commitment, sacrifice, dedication and service of military members and their families who give so much to the service of our nation.

Armed Services Blood Program saves lives at home, abroad
October 26, 2016 — “If your blood is red, then you should probably be donating blood.”At least that’s what Tracy Parmer, Armed Services Blood Program blood donor recruiter and public affairs specialist, believes.Parmer,... MORE

Jessica Carrillo (left), Joint Base San Antonio-Lackland Blood Donor Center phlebotomist, prepares to sanitize the arm of U.S. Army Spc. Jonathan Alexander, Brooke Army Medical Center medical laboratory technician, before he gives blood at JBSA-Randolph Oct. 5, 2016. The blood donor center supplies the Brooke Army Medical Center, the deployment in Afghanistan, the Veteran's Administration and military hospitals across the country.

James meets first Enlisted Pilot Initial Class
October 25, 2016 — Air Force Secretary Deborah Lee James met the first four students to participate in the Enlisted Pilot Initial Class during a visit to the U.S. Air Force’s Initial Flight Training school at Pueblo... MORE

Secretary of the Air Force Deborah Lee James poses with the first four Enlisted Pilot Initial Class students in the U.S. Air Force Initial Flight Training School at Pueblo Memorial Airport in Pueblo, Colorado Oct. 17. The Air Force announced the initiative to integrate the enlisted force into Remotely Piloted Aircraft flying operations as pilots Dec. 17, 2015 starting with the RQ-4 Global Hawk. Name badges were blurred due to Air Force limits on disclosure of identifying information for RPA operators.

JBSA-Randolph historic landmark gets facelift
October 12, 2016 — The 502nd Civil Engineering Squadron is spearheading a project to restore windows and doors at the Taj Mahal to refurbish the appearance of the historic Joint Base San Antonio-Randolph landmark.The... MORE

Eddie Contreras glazes a window at the Joint Base San Antonio-Randolph Taj Mahal, during its renovation process Oct. 6, 2016. The renovation is part of a $10 million project designed the improve the Taj Mahal, which houses the headquarters for the 12th Flying Training Wing and the 12th Mission Support Group.

JBSA clinics offer mammograms in October
October 12, 2016 — Two 59th Medical Wing military facilities are emphasizing the importance of mammograms in detecting the early stages of breast cancer with walk-in screenings during Breast Cancer Awareness Month in... MORE

The mammography clinic at JBSA-Lackland’s Wilford Hall Ambulatory Surgical Center will offer mammograms Oct. 26 from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. At JBSA-Randolph, the 359th Medical Group will offer mammograms from 7:30 a.m. to noon and 1-3:30 p.m. every Friday during October as long as a provider submits a request.

JBSA defenders give safety tips during National Crime Prevention Month
October 12, 2016 — A common misconception is crime doesn’t happen on military bases, but, unfortunately, that is not true. Some of the most common crimes that occur on base are shoplifting, suspected vehicle damage and... MORE

Members from the 902nd Security Forces Squadron give a military working dog demonstration during National Night Out at Joint Base San Antonio-Randolph Oct. 4, 2016. The 902nd SFS is home to six MWDs, each has explosives and narcotics training as part of their weekly duties.

Enlisted members learn of opportunities to become officers
October 12, 2016 — Enlisted service members at Joint Base San Antonio who want to become officers have several options and resources available to them to further their military career.There are 10 programs enlisted... MORE

EPI aims to streamline Air Force processes, improve operations
October 5, 2016 — Rather than determining manpower needs within units using potentially inefficient practices, the Air Force Manpower Analysis Agency developed a new process to ensure personnel are performing duties in... MORE

Rather than determining manpower needs within units using potentially inefficient practices, the Air Force Manpower Analysis Agency, or AFMAA developed a new process to ensure personnel are performing duties in the most effective manner prior to developing manpower standards.
The Enterprise Process Improvement, or EPI, was created in partnership with the Office of Business Transformation and Air Force Deputy Chief Management Officer function, or SAF/MG, to analyze and evaluate organizations on current processes and provide assistance in areas that need improvement.

Take a deep breath: Workshop teaches stress relief, resiliency
September 28, 2016 — A workshop will teach Joint Base San Antonio members how to use breathing techniques to build resiliency and relieve stress Thrusday through Oct. 10 at the JBSA-Randolph Religious Activities Center,... MORE

59th MDW clinics extend hours, expand patient access to care
September 28, 2016 — In its continuing effort to meet patient needs, 59th Medical Wing leaders announced changes to various clinic hours throughout the wing. Extended hours began Sept. 15 at the Joint Base San... MORE

Capt. John Lax (right), 359th Medical Operations Squadron physician, injects medication into a patient’s knee May 2 at the Joint Base San Antonio-Randolph Medical Clinic.

Planning ahead vital to preparing for emergencies
September 14, 2016 — September is National Preparedness Month and Joint Base San Antonio emergency officials are emphasizing to active-duty members, military families and civilians the importance of being prepared and... MORE

Members of the 502nd Civil Engineering Squadron, Emergency Management Flight enter their office shelter in-place location during a simulated emergency Sep. 7, 2016. September is National Preparedness Month which gives the opportunity to remind Department of Defense personnel and their families to be prepared at all times to respond quickly to disasters and emergencies.

Event to provide Airmen with mentorship, gourmet meal
September 14, 2016 — Two forms of nourishment await enlisted Airmen in grades E-1 through E-6 who attend an event planned for 6 p.m. Sept. 23 at Joint Base San Antonio-Randolph’s Chapel Center.“Food for Thought” is a... MORE

“Food for Thought” is a mentorship dinner that will offer dialogue between senior leaders and enlisted Airmen and a gourmet meal prepared by Joint Base San Antonio’s enlisted aides 6 p.m. Sept. 23 at JBSA-Randolph's Chapel Center.

Joint Base San Antonio kicks off 2016 Combined Federal Campaign
September 14, 2016 — The 2016 Combined Federal Campaign at Joint Base San Antonio kicked off Thursday and runs until Nov. 15. The theme for this year is “Create Positive Change.” The CFC is known to be the most inclusive... MORE

The 2016 Combined Federal Campaign at Joint Base San Antonio kicked off Thursday and runs until Nov. 15. The theme for this year is “Create Positive Change.”

Randolph Commissary focuses on quality selection, customer service
September 14, 2016 — Providing quality product selection and customer service is the focus of the Randolph Commissary at Joint Base San Antonio-Randolph, located in building 1075, which caters to the shopping needs of... MORE

JBSA-Randolph Exchange to reopen historic movie theater
September 14, 2016 — The Army & Air Force Exchange Service is reopening a historic treasure to the Joint Base San Antonio-Randolph community Saturday: the Taj Mahal movie theater in the Fleenor Auditorium.The Exchange... MORE

Keri Goff, theater manager, prepares the digital movie projector for a trial run at Joint Base San Antonio-Randolph Fleenor Auditorium Sept. 7, 2016. The theater is scheduled to have its grand reopening Sept. 17, 2016.

Randolph Inn welcomes distinguished visitors, students, guests
September 7, 2016 — Joint Base San Antonio-Randolph is home to hundreds of active-duty members and their families in base housing and single Airmen in their dormitory, but it also has its own “hotel” to serve... MORE

Kevin Harris (right), guest service representative, assists a customer, Aug. 24, 2016 at the Joint Base San Antonio-Randolph Inn. The Randolph Inn takes care of active-duty members, retirees, Department of Defense employees and families. The inn offers four-star distinguished visitor suites, distinguished visitor quarters, visiting quarters and temporary living facilities with one to three bedrooms that are now pet-friendly.

Program enhances mission readiness by strengthening families
September 7, 2016 — Mission readiness depends on many factors, including the emotional health of military members’ families.A program offered throughout the Department of Defense, including Air Force installations... MORE

Mission readiness depends on many factors, including the emotional health of military members’ families.
A program offered throughout the Department of Defense, including Air Force installations worldwide, strengthens families through its mission of preventing maltreatment and supporting readiness and retention.