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New Reid Health Services Center provides one-stop service
September 14, 2018 — The 59th Medical Wing celebrated the opening of the new Reid Health Services Center facility with a ribbon-cutting ceremony Sept. 13 on Joint Base San Antonio-Lackland... MORE

The 59th Medical Wing celebrated the opening of the new Reid Health Services Center facility with a ribbon cutting ceremony Sept. 13 on Joint Base San Antonio-Lackland, Texas. The new Reid Clinic incorporates functions from four buildings into one, consisting of 19 departments, and will serve approximately 86,000 patients per year. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Kevin Iinuma)

Twenty-Fifth Air Force: 70 years in the Fight
September 14, 2018 — America’s air campaign continued after Vietnam and U.S. Air Force Security Service continued providing mission data for air operations as well as ground capabilities. ... MORE

By the mid-1960s, U.S. Air Force Security Service had installed AN/FLR-9 antennas, or ‘elephant cages,’ in strategic locations around the globe. By the end of the decade, seven antennas were in operation.

Pilot for the day soars with Alamo Wing
September 12, 2018 — The 433rd Airlift Wing at Joint Base San Antonio-Lackland hosted 8-year-old Giovanny Gallegos, who is battling high risk leukemia, as the Pilot for a Day Sept. 8... MORE

The 433rd Airlift Wing hosted 8-year-old Giovanny Gallegos, who is battling high risk leukemia, as the Pilot for a Day Sept. 8, 2018 at Joint Base San Antonio-Lackland.

"Tex" Hill Composite Squadron Civil Air Patrol Cadets visit Alamo Wing
September 11, 2018 — "Tex" Hill Composite Squadron Civil Air Patrol cadets visit 433rd Airlift Wing Sept. 8... MORE

25th Intelligence Squadron Direct Support Operators reach new heights
September 6, 2018 — The direct support operators of the 25th Intelligence Squadron have a unique mission, flying as members of U.S. Air Force Special Operations aircrews in what are many times stressful, dangerous missions... MORE

The direct support operators of the 25th Intelligence Squadron have a unique mission, flying as members of U.S. Air Force Special Operations aircrews in what are many times stressful, dangerous missions. As a testament to their heroic actions, three of these outstanding operators have earned the Distinguished Flying Cross.

Air Force Ambassadors within JBSA needed for 2019
August 30, 2018 — Two articulate, self-confident Air Force, Air Force Reserve or Air National Guard members with outgoing personalities are needed to serve as military ambassadors at community events to represent the Air Force within Joint Base San Antonio in 2019... MORE

Two articulate, self-confident Air Force, Air Force Reserve or Air National Guard members with outgoing personalities are needed to serve as military ambassadors at community events to represent the Air Force within Joint Base San Antonio in 2019.

Bexar County designated as nonattainment for ozone
August 28, 2018 — Bexar County was designated as nonattainment for ozone, July 17, 2018, under the National Ambient Air Quality Standards set forth by the Clean Air Act. This designation will officially go into effect Sept. 24, 2018... MORE

San Antonio was the last major city in Texas to attain the nonattainment status. Bexar County is being classified as “marginal” on the severity scale, and has two years to reduce air emissions and regain attainment status.Joint Base San Antonio has already been doing their part and has made great strides in combating air pollution.

Twenty-Fifth Air Force prepares to celebrate 70th anniversary
August 27, 2018 — As the U.S. Air Force celebrated its 70th Anniversary last September, 25th Air Force was looking ahead in anticipation of its 70-year milestone this year... MORE

The Twenty-Fifth Air Force provides multisource intelligence, surveillance, and reconnaissance (ISR) products, applications, capabilities and resources, to include cyber and geospatial forces and expertise. Additionally, it is the Service Cryptologic Component responsible to the National Security Agency/Central Security Service for Air Force matters involving the conduct of cryptologic activities, including the full spectrum of missions directly related to both tactical warfighting and national-level operations.

AFCYBER move streamlines ACC warfighting efforts
August 25, 2018 — With the addition of 24th Air Force/Air Forces Cyber to Air Combat Command, new cyber outcomes are available to America's warfighting commanders... MORE

Air Forces Cyber is a triple-hatted organization including 24th Air Force, AFCYBER and Joint Force Headquarters-Cyber. Each fulfills a distinctly different purpose supporting an overall mission focus of delivering full-spectrum cyberspace operations in support of the Air Force, joint force and nation. (U.S. Air Force graphic by Tech. Sgt. R.J. Biermann)

Military partners with industry to improve food service
August 24, 2018 — Food innovation and customer service were key elements of discussion at the 2018 Armed Forces Food and Beverage Training Workshop that took place Aug. 6-10 in San Antonio, Texas. Military and civilian hospitality professionals from around the world met to discuss healthier meal options, training opportunities, challenges and innovation... MORE

Food innovation and customer service were key elements of discussion at the 2018 Armed Forces Food and Beverage Training Workshop.

Build-A-Backpack drive provides backpacks for more than 1,400 JBSA schoolchildren
August 23, 2018 — More than 1,400 schoolchildren from military families are going back to school with backpacks and school supplies collected during the eighth annual Build-A-Backpack Program drive sponsored by the Joint Base San Antonio Military Child Education Program-School Liaison Office from July 23-Aug. 3... MORE

Nita-Ford Hightower (left) and Quiana Abner (right), Joint Base San Antonio-Fort Sam Houston Military Child Education Program school liaison officers, sort through donated backpacks filled with school supplies collected through the eighth annual Build-A-Backpack Program drive Aug. 9. The program, sponsored by the JBSA Military Child Education Program-School Liaison Office, provides backpacks and school supplies for schoolchildren of military families, including active duty and wounded service members and Guard and Reserve personnel. This year, the program provided backpacks for 1,420 JBSA schoolchildren.

Be Bright, Be Safe and Be Seen
August 17, 2018 — The Joint Base San Antonio Safety Office urges all JBSA location pedestrians, joggers and bikers to become familiar with reflective equipment requirements to ensure their safety during the hours of decreased visibility... MORE

"Be Bright, Be Safe, Be Seen" is aimed at all road users; pedestrians, cyclists’ runners and drivers of all types of vehicles, to highlight the importance of being extra-cautious throughout the year in times of low visibility and darkness.

Legacy Pavers Program honors military service members — past, present, and future
August 16, 2018 — Permanent tributes prominently displayed all around Joint Base San Antonio-Lackland that either marked a moment in time, or a job well done, were created by the Airman Heritage Foundation Legacy Paver Program... MORE

The AHF Legacy Paver Program began in 2010 with the mission to recognize the efforts of many people from all military service branches serving their country. Each paver has a different message that is captured in three lines and 14 characters.

Court-martial, crimes and punishment at Joint Base San Antonio
August 16, 2018 — During the month of July, JBSA Air Force and Army commanders administered numerous non-judicial punishments actions under Article 15 of the Uniform Code Of Military Justice... MORE

Courts-martial, crimes and punishment at Joint Base San Antonio.

The AMIGO program builds U.S. cultural interoperability
August 15, 2018 — The 637th International Support Squadron has been front and center as part of the Defense Language Institute and the 37th Training Wing when it comes to reaching out to international students, making them feel welcomed through the American Members of International Goodwill to Others program, or AMIGO... MORE

The 637th International Support Squadron (ISS) has been front and center as part of the Defense Language Institute and the 37th Training Wing when it comes to reaching out to international students, making them feel welcomed through the American Members of International Goodwill to Others program, or AMIGO.

IMA helps keep education and training on track
August 10, 2018 — Airmen in the Individual Mobilization Augmentee program are Air Force Reservists assigned to active-component units and government agencies. They work with their individual active-duty supervisors to work out a custom duty schedule that helps their unit meet mission requirements while the active duty personnel are deployed... MORE

Capt. Laura Wittman, an Individual Mobilization Augmentee who is currently serving as a special projects officer in the 59th Medical Wing’s education and training department, conducts training for wing personnel on Aug. 9, 2018. IMAs are Air Force Reservists assigned to one of more than 50 active-component units and government agencies around the world. (U.S. Air Force photo by Daniel J. Calderón)

JBSA community planners detail mission support for next 20 years
August 8, 2018 — As Joint Base San Antonio continues to evolve and support its many missions, so does the planning that goes with how they will grow for the next 20 years and do so in partnership with the cities that surround JBSA. ... MORE

502nd Force Support Group welcomes new commander
July 16, 2018 — One of the most unique organizations in the U.S. military, the 502nd Force Support Group, headquartered at Joint Base San Antonio-Fort Sam Houston, welcomed Col. Samuel E. Fiol as its new commander in a change of command ceremony at the JBSA-Fort Sam Houston base flagpole July 11... MORE

Col. Samuel E. Fiol (left) receives the 502nd Force Support Group colors from Brig. Gen. Laura L. Lenderman, 502nd Air Base Wing and Joint Base San Antonio commander, during a change of command ceremony held at the JBSA-Fort Sam Houston base flagpole July 11, where he took over for outgoing commander Col. David L. Raugh.

Stage 2 water restrictions implemented across Joint Base San Antonio
July 11, 2018 — As of June 11, Joint Base San Antonio military officials have issued Stage 2 water restrictions at JBSA-Fort Sam Houston, JBSA-Randolph and JBSA-Lackland... MORE

Customer experience defines your organizations
July 11, 2018 — Top companies and businesses were surveyed and asked what the single most exciting opportunity for 2018 was. The results have shown the shift to win over customers is through customer experience... MORE

What is your definition of a positive customer experience? Not too long ago, the answer to winning customers was in the quality of the product that was provided. Today, things have changed dramatically. Now an even more important element has worked its way to the surface of the list.