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AFPC building renovations nearly complete
September 19, 2014 — Renovations ongoing for a number of years at the U.S. Air Force Personnel Center at Joint Base San Antonio-Randolph are nearly complete, and while the exterior of Building 499 has been restored to its... MORE

The U.S. Air Force Personnel Center at Joint Base San Antonio-Randolph has been restored to its historic look. The Facilities Repair and Renewal Project was the first comprehensive renovation of the building since it was built in the 1930s. (Courtesy photo)

Face obstacles with 'you can'
September 19, 2014 — If you served in the Air Force for any amount of time, you likely realized that facing adversity is part of the job.Whether you are trying to ready your family for your first deployment or trying to... MORE

Former Air Force Chief of Staff Gen. Norton Schwartz visits with Dr. Granville Coggs Feb. 19, 2009, in front of the Tuskegee Airmen mural in the main corridor of the 99th Flying Training Squadron at Joint Base San Antonio-Randolph. (U.S. Air Force photo by Melissa Peterson)

Vietnam War Pilots mentor Randolph Pilots
September 15, 2014 — Decorated Vietnam War pilots shared history and knowledge with JBSA-Randolph fighter pilots during an Introduction to Fighter Fundamentals Course graduation Sept. 5, 2014.Then Capt. Dee Simmonds and... MORE

Retired U.S. Air Force Lt. Col. George McKinney (right) and retired Lt. Col. Dee Simonds (center) share their history and knowledge with Lt. Col. Mark Schmidt, 435th Fighter Training Squadron commander, Sept. 5, 2014, during an Introduction to Fighter Fundamentals Course graduations at Joint Base San Antonio-Randolph. Simmonds and McKinney were members of the 435th Tactical Fighter Squadron, now the 435th FTS at JBSA-Randolph, when they became the first F-4 Phantom crew to shoot down two MiG-21 aircraft during a single mission Nov. 6, 1967. (U.S. Air Force photo by 2nd Lt. Chris Flowers)

Tobacco use harms military readiness, official says
September 12, 2014 — Because tobacco use is harmful to military readiness, the Defense Department has an added responsibility to curb its use, the assistant secretary of defense for health affairs said today, noting... MORE

Suicide Prevention Month:
September 12, 2014 — All Airmen have a responsibility that lasts much longer than a one-month campaign. This responsibility extends beyond ourselves and includes our work environment, our families, friends, fellow... MORE

Suicide Prevention Month: A reminder of our 24/7/365 responsibility to ourselves and each other (Air Force Graphic / Steve Thompson)

Office of Personnel Management announces eOPF upgrades
September 12, 2014 — The Office of Personnel Management has announced recent upgrades to their electronic personnel filing system to provide smarter and more efficient service to employees. The OPM eOPF is a secure... MORE

Be disaster aware, take action to prepare
September 12, 2014 — Weather forecasters cannot always predict devastating earthquakes, floods, wildfires and tornadoes - that's why it's important to be prepared. The Air Force Emergency Management Division of the AF... MORE

Airmen from the 36th Contingency Response Group load equipment into a C-130 Hercules before departing to support Operation Damayan in Tacloban, Philippines, Nov. 14, 2013, at Andersen Air Force Base, Guam. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman Marianique Santos )

15 seconds: A rude awakening
September 12, 2014 — I remember gut-wrenching screams, the shattering of glass and the unforgettable sounds of metal twisting and bending all around me as my truck rolled over and over again. I thought those were going to... MORE

Airmen and their families hit the road every summer to travel and enjoy a little relaxation. When making travel arrangements that involve driving long distances, be sure to get enough rest the night before and take breaks as needed. (U.S. Air Force illustration/Staff Sgt. Jamal D. Sutter)

JBSA-Randolph/Fort Sam Houston 2014 Senior NCO Induction Ceremony
September 4, 2014 — Senior NCO induction ceremony takes place Aug. 22, at Joint Base San Antonio-Randolph to recognize individuals who progress through the ranks and are selected for promotion to master sergeant,... MORE

Senior NCO induction ceremony takes place Aug. 22, at Joint Base San Antonio-Randolph to recognize individuals who progress through the ranks and are selected for promotion to master sergeant, transitioning them to senior leadership levels with more responsibility. (U.S. Air Force photo by Johny Saldivar)

LaBrutta represents JBSA at wreath-laying ceremony for LBJ
September 3, 2014 — Each year on Aug. 27, a wreath is placed at Lyndon B. Johnson National Historical Park on the gravesite of former President Lyndon B. Johnson in observance of his birthday. The event is a... MORE

Brig. Gen. Bob LaBrutta, 502nd Air Base Wing and Joint Base San Antonio commander, speaks at the Lyndon B. Johnson birthday observance wreath-laying ceremony Aug. 27 at the LBJ National Historical Park in Johnson City, Texas. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Stormy Archer)

Randolph Field ISD issues iPads to students, classrooms
September 3, 2014 — The Randolph Field Independent School District received about 1,000 iPads for students to use this school year as part of a $1.7 million Department of Defense educational grant. Around 600 of the... MORE

Jose Lopez (left), Randolph Field Independent School District technology department representative, issues an iPad to Ethan Chappel (center), Randolph High School sophomore, as George Chappel, Ethan's father, looks on. (U.S. Air Force photo by Melissa Peterson)

DoD employees required to abide by political participation guidelines
August 29, 2014 — It is hard to miss when the political season is in full swing. Signs dot front yards and media is riddled with commercials. Active duty military personnel and DoD civilian employees are... MORE

Nominations open for 66th Annual Arthur S. Flemming Award
August 27, 2014 — Air Force officials are accepting nominations for the 64th annual Arthur S. Flemming Award, which honors outstanding federal employees who have made significant and extraordinary contributions to... MORE

AF implements static EPR closeout dates, eliminates change of reporting
August 21, 2014 — The first in a series of changes to the enlisted evaluation and promotion systems announced July 31 will include implementation of static enlisted performance report closeout dates, or SCOD, for... MORE

Living life in the fast lane: Officials urge road safety
August 20, 2014 — It's important to drive responsibly and avoid three of the biggest obstacles of safe travel; speeding, driving in an impaired or distracted state and driving aggressively. Excessive speed Speed... MORE

Officer Marcelo Aguillon, 502nd Security Forces Logistics Support Group, uses his speed laser equipment to record vehicle speeds July 9 at Joint Base San Antonio-Randolph. (U.S. Air Force photo by Joel Martinez)

Start of school prompts caution from security forces
August 20, 2014 — With the start of the new school year just days away, Joint Base San Antonio-Randolph security forces and safety officials are urging motorists to be mindful of school zone speed limits, buses... MORE

Left to right: Malachi Austin, William Thornton and Izabelle Schultz use a crosswalk Aug. 11 at Joint Base San Antonio-Randolph. (U.S. Air Force photo by Melissa Peterson)

502nd SFLSG commander bids farewell to JBSA, heads to AMC
August 20, 2014 — "Your measure of success will not be the rank you achieve or your below the zone promotions; your measure of success should be if your Airmen follow you." Col. Christine Erlewine, 502nd Security... MORE

Col. Christine Erlewine (left), 502nd Security Forces and Logistics Support Group commander, speaks with Senior Airman Shasa Honse, 902nd Security Forces Squadron entry controller, Aug. 12 at the Joint Base San Antonio-Randolph Main Gate. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Stormy Archer)

JBSA-Randolph Optometry Clinic features 'excellent' eye care, patient rapport
August 19, 2014 — For one member at the Joint Base San Antonio-Randolph Optometry Clinic, it's not the hectic schedule that sticks out the most, but the amount of hugs she gets from patients. "This is one of the... MORE

Coin challenge backed by rich history
August 13, 2014 — A challenge coin bears an organization's insignia and is presented by commanders to a member of the unit to recognize special achievement. The Air Force challenge coin tradition is long-standing... MORE

Airman receives her Airman's Coin from her Military Training Instructor at the coin ceremony during graduation week events. The coin signifies the transition from trainee to Airman. (U.S. Air Force Photo/Melinda Mueller)

AF implements intel officer retention program
August 13, 2014 — Eligible intelligence officers have until Sept. 22 to apply for a critical skills retention bonus implemented by the Air Force this month, Air Force Personnel Center officials said. Originally... MORE