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All forms of tobacco use compromise oral health
December 17, 2014 — It is common knowledge that tobacco use has significant negative effects on the body. In fact, it is one of the leading causes of preventable illnesses and death in the United States, and now studies... MORE

Battlefield Airmen careers featured in new app
December 17, 2014 — A new app puts information about Battlefield Airmen careers at the fingertips of recruiters and applicants and is available now on iTunes, Android and AIRFORCE. com. The app was created by GSD&M, the... MORE

Randolph senior's hard work pays off in selection for all-star game
December 17, 2014 — Bryan London II is one of just a handful of Randolph High School football players in the school's history who cracked the starting lineup as a freshman.Now, with four years of hard work and... MORE

Bryan London, Randolph High School senior, plays linebacker and running back on the varsity football team and has been chosen as a participant in the 2015 San Antonio Sports All-Star Football Game to be played Jan. 3, 2014. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Stormy Archer)

Ceremony formalizes T-38 maintenance team's squadron status
December 17, 2014 — An organization of more than 300 civilians responsible for the upkeep of the Air Force's aging T-38 fleet formally became a squadron during an activation ceremony Dec. 11 in Hangar 76 at Joint Base... MORE

Robert A. Lewis, 575th Aircraft Maintenance Squadron director, addresses the crowd for the first time as the 575th AMXS dedicated squadron director during an activation ceremony Dec. 11 at Joint Base San Antonio-Randolph. The 575th AMXS is a geographically separate unit assigned to the 309th Aircraft Maintenance Group, Ogden Air Logistics Complex Hill Air Force Base, Utah. The squadron is responsible for depot level maintenance, restoration and modification of over 500 T-38 Talon aircraft for the United States Air Force and Navy. (U.S. Air Force photo by Johnny Saldivar)

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