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JBSA gatecrashers drop 3 years in a row, 502nd SFG reports
January 23, 2020 — Potential gatecrashers at JBSA has dropped each of the last three years.... MORE

JBSA Transition Alliance fosters networks, builds careers
January 17, 2020 — Military members, spouses, family members and caregivers in the San Antonio area looking for a career are fortunate to have the Joint Base San Antonio Workforce, Military Spouse and Transition Alliance available to ensure they find the education, training and opportunities needed to assist them in building a fulfilling career, whether they are leaving the military, changing duty stations, or beginning life after school. ... MORE

Air Force surgeon general speaks to JBSA medics
January 14, 2020 — U.S. Air Force Surgeon General Lt. Gen. Dorothy A. Hogg spoke to medics during a Jan. 9 visit to Brooke Army Medical Center at Joint Base San Antonio-Fort Sam Houston.... MORE

Mutual aid agreements provide essential support for JBSA, local fire emergency services
January 10, 2020 — Joint Base San Antonio Fire Emergency Services currently consists of eight fires stations and 220 personnel who respond to more than 4,000 emergencies annually. While this may seem adequate, JBSA’s stations are located so far apart that sometimes assistance is needed more quickly that their JBSA reinforcements can arrive. ... MORE

JBSA Security Forces ready for veterans’ access to JBSA
December 23, 2019 — Members of the 502nd Security Forces Group have been working hard to develop procedures that will grant base access to veterans and primary family care givers since the Department of Defense expanded Commissary and Military Service Exchange access as well as Morale Welfare and Recreation facilities and programs.... MORE

Volunteers show commuters ‘We Care’ at JBSA-Lackland entry gates
December 19, 2019 — If you are struggling with thoughts of suicide, please go directly to the Mental Health Clinic or to your closest emergency room. You can also reach the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline at 1-800-273-8255. Above all -- you matter and your Air Force Family cares about you. ... MORE

Leadership tackles housing issues at JBSA Town Halls
December 17, 2019 — Brig. Gen. Laura Lenderman, 502nd Air Base Wing and Joint Base San Antonio Commander, hosted two town halls last week at JBSA-Lackland and JBSA-Randolph to discuss ongoing military housing initiatives and hear feedback from JBSA residents.... MORE

Safety travel tips for the holidays
December 16, 2019 — The holiday season is a time for celebrating with family and friends. Unfortunately it’s also a time for stress and fatigue. Between traveling, planning and festivities, it’s easy to put safety on the back burner. So it is critical to incorporate risk management into our holiday routine.... MORE

Trees for Troops brings Christmas to JBSA
December 12, 2019 — Joint Base San Antonio-Lackland Outdoor Recreation distributed 400 live Christmas trees Dec. 6 to service members and their families as part of Trees for Troops, an annual Christmas tree giveaway program. ... MORE

Archaeologist works to preserve Native American history at Joint Base San Antonio
November 27, 2019 — The Joint Base San Antonio area is rich with history ranging from mastodon remains to historical buildings and was even a pathway for early Native American tribes travelling to and from Mexico. The link between JBSA and Native American history has developed into a relationship with several tribes located around the U.S. ... MORE

JBSA hosts Air Installations Compatible Use Zones Open House
November 20, 2019 — Joint Base San Antonio leadership hosted the 2019 Air Installations Compatible Use Zones, or AICUZ, Open House Nov. 14 at Port San Antonio, where the most recent study was released.... MORE

For 50 years, Sweetwater stylist beautifies Randolph ladies
November 15, 2019 — A quiet, confidence radiates from Richardson’s kind-hearted demeanor. Many of her customers know her story, feel her strength, and keep coming to see her, Vasquez says.... MORE

Building dedication ceremony honors Air Force advocate
November 14, 2019 — The building that houses the 558th Flying Training Squadron was dedicated in honor of the late Oliver “Ollie” Crawford, pilot, U.S. Air Force advocate and former president of the Air Force Association, during a ceremony at Joint Base San Antonio-Randolph Nov. 13.... MORE

AFIMSC announces topics for I-WEPTAC 2020
November 12, 2019 — The topics have been selected and the chairpersons will be on board this month. What remains is determining who will fill the ranks of the four Mission Area Working Groups charged with tackling some of the Air Force’s biggest Agile Combat Support challenges at the 4th Annual Installation and Mission Support Weapons and Tactics Conference in April 2020. ... MORE

Air Force civic leaders experience AETC mission to recruit, train and educate exceptional Airmen
November 8, 2019 — Air Education and Training Command hosted 30 civic leaders from around the world, showcasing the superior education that produces the Airmen of the U.S. Air Force.... MORE

Veterans Day events abound around Military City USA
November 1, 2019 — The 100th anniversary of Armistice Day, known as Veterans Day since 1954, will be observed in the San Antonio area with activities ranging from a drill team competition and parade to a band concert and naturalization ceremony.... MORE

JBSA observes National Disability Employment Awareness Month
October 7, 2019 — October is National Disability Employment Awareness Month, with a purpose of educating people about disability employment issues and celebrate the many and varied contributions of America's workers with disabilities.... MORE

AACOG, JBSA sign blanket intergovernmental support agreement
September 30, 2019 — Brig. Gen. Laura Lenderman, commander, 502nd Air Base Wing and Joint Base San Antonio, and Diane Rath, Alamo Area Council of Governments executive director, signed a historical agreement at the AACOG Board of Directors meeting Sept. 25. ... MORE

JBSA dedicates new technology career training program for military spouses
September 30, 2019 — Joint Base San Antonio leaders and representatives from Microsoft marked the start of a new career training program geared towards military spouses at a ribbon-cutting event at the JBSA-Fort Sam Houston Military & Family Readiness Center Sept. 27.... MORE

Learning to serve kids a healthier future
September 17, 2019 — September is National Childhood Obesity Awareness Month. Childhood obesity in America has tripled since the 1970s and September is dedicated to awareness of the epidemic.... MORE