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JBSA staff sergeants selected for promotion
June 29, 2011 — Air Force officials selected 8,545 of 34,257 eligible staff sergeants for promotion to technical sergeant for a selection rate of 24.94 percent.The average score for those selected was 320.48, with an... MORE

Know responsibilities during Stage III water restrictions
June 29, 2011 — With all three Joint Base San Antonio military installations in Stage III water restrictions, everyone - including civilian employees, housing residents and contract personnel - should understand what... MORE

479th FTG change of command marks new chapter
June 29, 2011 — Lt. Col. Neil Allen assumed command of the 479th Flying Training Group from Col. Travis Willis at Naval Air Station Pensacola, Fla., Monday.The change of command marks the start of a new chapter for... MORE

Col. Richard Murphy, 12th Flying Training Wing commander, passes the guidon of command to Lt. Col. Neil Allen, new commander of the 479th Flying Training Group
at Naval Air Station Pensacola, Fla., Monday.
(U.S Air Force courtesy photo)

July 4 festivities continue
June 29, 2011 — While no fireworks displays will take place at either Randolph or Lackland Air Force Bases, Randolph officials hope community members still choose to celebrate July Fourth on base."Our Independence... MORE

When counting sheep won't work
June 28, 2011 — For the past two years, the 359th Aerospace Medicine Squadron has offered classes to illustrate fatigue countermeasures in order to assist Randolph personnel with better sleeping habits. Now they've... MORE

Randolph July 4th Event
June 24, 2011 — While fireworks displays at both Randolph and Lackland Air Force Bases have been canceled this year, in response to the San Antonio Fire Department's determination July 23 that public displays in the... MORE

Proper planning is key to boating safety
June 21, 2011 — Boating is a popular summer activity and can be a great way to enjoy the San Antonio sun, but without taking proper precautions, boating can be dangerous.In 2009, according to United States Coast... MORE

479th FTG partners with local middle school
June 21, 2011 — When Col. Travis Willis, the former Commander of the 479th Flying Training Group - the 12th Flying Training Wing's geographically separated unit in Pensacola, Fla., learned of a new flight academy at... MORE

Patrick to take over 2nd Air Force; change of command July 18
June 21, 2011 — Brig. Gen. Leonard A. Patrick, commander, 502nd Air Base Wing/Joint Base San Antonio, has been selected as commander, 2nd Air Force, Air Education and Training Command, Keesler Air Force Base, Miss... MORE

Getting green: Conserving energy at Joint Base San Antonio
June 21, 2011 — Getting greener at work isn't about buying more potted plants for your cubicle, but how Joint Base San Antonio can develop a new consciousness about old habits and a willingness to take on new... MORE

Vitamin D offers health benefits
June 17, 2011 — Vitamin D levels have been on the decline in America, sparking a flurry ofmedia attention. Although many assume we don't need to worry about Vitamin D,there is reason to believe we do indeed need to... MORE

Safe pool season requires swimming skills, watchful eyes
June 17, 2011 — Water sport accidents and drownings typically account for the second highest number of fatalities during the Air Force's Critical Days of Summer, but by following a few guidelines, Airmen can keep... MORE

WHMC hematology, oncology services move to BAMC
June 17, 2011 — The Fisher Bone Marrow Transplant Unit and all inpatient hematology and oncology services at Wilford Hall Medical Center will move to Brooke Army Medical Center, Ft. SamHouston, Texas, Wednesday. The... MORE

Randolph visitor center operates under new hours
June 17, 2011 — With summer upon us, more visitors are expected to visit Randolph Air Force Base, and base passes are a must for those without government-issued ID cards.In order to make access easier, the Randolph... MORE

South Texas drought prompts area-wide burn ban
June 17, 2011 — "The ground is parched, the vegetation is dry and one little spark could start a wildfire threatening thousands of acres and endangering lives," James Smith, 902nd Civil Engineer Squadron Randolph... MORE

502nd Air Base Wing scores awards
June 17, 2011 — The annual awards luncheon for the Alamo Federal Executive Board was conducted June 8 at the Omni San Antonio Hotel.San Antonio has the largest presence of federal employees outside of the Washington,... MORE

JBSA Stage 3 water restrictions in effect, conversation critical
June 17, 2011 — As a result of continuing drought conditions, the Bexar County index well J-17 - the official well for recording groundwater elevations in the San Antonio Pool of the Edwards Aquifer - fell under 642... MORE

A&FRC hosts Operation FLAGS for base children
June 17, 2011 — "Are you ready to deploy?" said Airman Alissa Holub, Air Force Personnel Center sustainment apprentice and volunteer for the deployment line, to an 8 year old. "Do you know where you are going? The... MORE

USDA replaces food guide pyramid with MyPlate
June 16, 2011 — The U.S. Department of Agriculture's food guide pyramid, a total diet approach introduced in 1992 and revised in 2005, has been set aside for a new icon.MyPlate, unveiled this month, is a simpler,... MORE

Fire Emergency Services honors RFISD employee with public service award
June 14, 2011 — A facility manager who has kept Randolph Field Independent School District students and employees safe for more than 20 years is the recipient of Randolph Fire Emergency Services' first quarterly... MORE