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59th Medical Wing gears up to recapture patient services
December 10, 2014 — While comment and feedback cards are always available for patients in every clinic of the Wilford Hall Ambulatory Surgical Center, the 59th Diagnostics and Therapeutics Squadron is taking an active,... MORE

U.S. Air Force Senior Airman Catherine Scholar, 59th Medical Diagnostics and Therapeutics Squadron diet therapy journeyman, congratulates Airmen for answering correctly during a nutrition jeopardy game recently at the Wilford Hall Ambulatory Surgical Center, Joint Base San Antonio-Lackland, Texas. The event helped patients pass the time while waiting for their prescriptions, and provided them with nutritional information on foods we eat every day. (U.S. Air Force photo/Staff Sgt. Kevin Iinuma)

Thrift Savings Plan limits increase for 2015
December 10, 2014 — The Internal Revenue Service has announced increased limits for 2015 Thrift Savings Plan contributions."The maximum contribution amount for traditional and/or Roth TSP will be $18,000. This is an... MORE

Exercises allow security forces members to perfect their craft
December 10, 2014 — Exercises play an important role in the Air Force, testing an organization's effectiveness in responding to contingencies such as active-shooter incidents, natural disasters and chemical... MORE

Col. Michael Gimbrone, 502nd Security Forces and Logistics Support Group commander, addresses members of the 902nd Security Forces Squadron after completing a barricaded suspect exercise Nov. 10 at Joint Base San Antonio-Randolph’s Camp Talon. Security forces members exchanged simulated munitions fire with hostiles throughout the exercise, bringing more realism while practicing assault force maneuvers during the exercise scenario. (U.S. Air Force photo by Johnny Saldivar)

AF announces OTS non-rated selection board 14OT04 results
December 3, 2014 — A total of 495 men and women from across America have earned an opportunity to become Air Force leaders following their selection for an officer's commission, officials announced Nov. 24.Air Force... MORE

Air Force expands digital library content for Airmen
December 3, 2014 — Airmen at 19 Air Force installations around the world will soon have access to a new 200-title audiobook and eBook digital library, Air Force officials said.The 19 participating installations will... MORE

Federal Employees Health Benefits open season dates set
November 26, 2014 — Open season for the Federal Employees Health Benefits Program and the Federal Flexible Spending Accounts Program runs through Dec. 8.During open season, employees and retirees will have the chance to... MORE

Doolittle's co-pilot retells story of daring raid at JBSA-Randolph
November 24, 2014 — A retired Air Force lieutenant colonel who served as co-pilot alongside acclaimed aviator James "Jimmy" Doolittle during the daring April 18, 1942, raid on Tokyo relived those tense hours Nov. 14 in... MORE

Lt. Col. Robert Bryant III (right), 559th Flying Training Squadron commander, greets retired Lt. Col. Richard Cole (center), former Doolittle Raider, Nov. 14 at Joint Base San Antonio-Randolph. At left is Lt. Col. Jeremy Seals, 559th FTS director of operations. For the complete story of Cole's visit, see page 6.
(U.S. Air Force photo by Johnny Saldivar )

CAC/ID to be issued by appointment only Dec. 1
November 24, 2014 — Starting Dec. 1, all 502nd Air Base Wing Military Personnel Section Common Access Card and military identification issuance facilities will operate on a customer appointment system basis only.This... MORE

First sergeant nominations sought for AF-wide award
November 20, 2014 — Air Force officials are soliciting nominations for the 2015 First Sergeant of the Year award.The award recognizes the important contributions and leadership qualities exhibited by Air Force members in... MORE

Army Public Health Command expands veterinary services
November 19, 2014 — Services at Joint Base San Antonio veterinary treatment facilities are being expanded to provide more comprehensive care for beneficiaries' pets.U.S. Army Public Health Command, which governs... MORE

Two puppies receive their vaccinations and an exam Tuesday at the Joint Base San Antonio-Randolph veterinarian clinic. These required vaccinations are given every three to four weeks until puppies are 16 weeks of age. (U.S. Air Force photo by Melissa Peterson)

Holiday mailing deadlines approaching for overseas packages
November 19, 2014 — The United States Postal Service is expecting a double-digit increase in package volume this holiday season, so it's advisable to mail those cards and packages as early as possible.Priority and... MORE

Thanksgiving safety paramount for happy holiday
November 19, 2014 — Smoke fills the air as everyone scrambles outside and a once aromatic Thanksgiving meal turns the kitchen and eventually the rest of a family home into an inferno. A turkey bought at the last minute... MORE

Joint Base San Antonio-Randolph single enlisted Airmen mingle and enjoy a hot Thanksgiving meal provided by the JBSA-Randolph Top 3 Nov. 13 at the JBSA-Randolph Chapel Center. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Alexandria Slade)

Training program continues to produce RPA crews at JBSA-Randolph
November 19, 2014 — (Editor's note: For security reasons, only first names are used in this article.)Five years after the first class of enlisted Airmen graduated from the 558th Flying Training Squadron's Basic Sensor... MORE

Front to back: Staff Sgt. Jesus, 558th Flying Training Squadron sensor operator instructor, and 2nd Lt. James, 558th FTS Remotely Piloted Aircraft pilot trainee, are instructed by Capt. Gary, 558th FTS instructor pilot on weapons employment procedures. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Alexandria Slade/Photo illustration by Maggie Armstrong)

Vigilance: keeping situational awareness during the holidays
November 12, 2014 — The Joint Base San Antonio-Randolph Anti-Terrorism Office is advising all Department of Defense members and dependents to remain vigilant against possible threats to their safety during the... MORE

Free Coffee with Commanders' debuts at 359th Medical Group
November 12, 2014 — An event that debuted last week at the Joint Base San Antonio-Randolph Medical Clinic is giving beneficiaries and staff members an opportunity to speak one-on-one with 359th Medical Group leaders in... MORE

Col. Dana James, 359th Medical Group commander, discusses patient care experience with Francis Glowacz, retired Air Force veteran, and his wife, Henrietta, Nov. 4, 2014 at Joint Base San Antonio-Randolph. The 359th MDG held a “Free Coffee with Commanders” event to offer patients and staff a free cup of coffee and an opportunity to discuss patient care experiences with medical group leaders. (U.S. Air Force photo by Johnny Saldivar)

AETC helps Air Force post record year in safety
November 7, 2014 — Air Force-wide Air Education and Training Command had its lowest ground mishap fatality rate in 10 years and safest aviation year ever in fiscal year 2014.AETC did its part to contribute to those... MORE

Ebola medical support team trains at SAMMC
November 7, 2014 — When Air Force Capt. Stacey Morgan's commander sent her a text message saying that she needed to immediately call him, her first thought was, "Uh-oh. What did I do?"But after a minute or two of... MORE

Air Force Capt. Stacey Morgan dons protective gloves during infection prevention and control training at the San Antonio Military Medical Center. Morgan is part of a 30-member Ebola medical support team, which will assist civilian medical in case of domestic emergency. (U.S. Air Force photo/Master Sgt. Jeffrey Allen)

Nominations open for 2015 Fisher humanitarian award
November 7, 2014 — Air Force officials are accepting nominees for the 2015 Zachary and Elizabeth Fisher Distinguished Civilian Humanitarian Award.Established in 1996 by the secretaries of the Army, Navy and Air Force,... MORE

Virtual process expedites DD214 delivery
November 5, 2014 — Retiring and separating military Airmen will get their Department of Defense Form 214, "Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty," sooner now that DD214s are delivered electronically, Air... MORE

Military spouses carve out friendship, support
November 5, 2014 — Deployment and extended time away from loved ones is a common part of military service that can be difficult, not only for the service member, but also for the spouse and family members that face the... MORE