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The Great Texas Airshow returns to JBSA-Randolph April 6-7
February 2, 2024 — The Great Texas Airshow will take place April 6-7 with this year’s theme of "Service in Action." This free event will showcase the U.S. Air Force Thunderbirds, the F-35A Lightning II, the U.S. Air Force Academy Wings of Blue Parachute Team and more. Gates open at 9 a.m. and close at 6 p.m. each day. The aerial acts begin at 11 a.m. on both days... MORE

FirstNet bringing additional communication capabilities to JBSA
January 31, 2024 — Over the next two years, Joint Base San Antonio will focus on bringing FirstNet cellular infrastructure valued at more than $25 million to its installations, drastically improving communication capabilities... MORE

JBSA boosts resiliency through cooking
January 17, 2024 — Entering the new year, U.S. Army leaders pledged to renew their commitment to the financial well-being of Soldiers and their families through a variety of enhanced resources and educational programs. One of these involves quick and affordable meal preparation... MORE

U.S. Army Corps of Engineers builds foundation for future Air Force warfighters
December 27, 2023 — The Air Force’s Special Warfare Training Wing trainees currently use an outdoor Olympic-sized pool with a bubble on top. When complete, their new $60 million facility, encompassing more than 76,000 square feet, will consist of two enclosed, climate-controlled indoor swimming pools of varying depths geared to meet the training needs for the Air Force’s global combat operations. ... MORE

Transition Assistance job fair coming Dec. 14
December 7, 2023 — The Joint Transition Readiness Center hosts their annual Transition Assistance Program mega job and resources fair from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Dec. 14, 2023, at the Joint Base San Antonio-Fort Sam Houston Joint Transition Readiness Center at 3931 Okubo Barracks, building 3639. ... MORE

Tornado aftermath: Repairing the damage
December 7, 2023 — The 502nd Civil Engineer Group followed up on more than 25 weather-related reports of storm damage after a tornado at Joint Base San Antonio-Fort Sam Houston Oct. 26, 2023... MORE

JBSA prepares for first-of-its-kind geothermal energy prototype
November 27, 2023 — Joint Base San Antonio is the first Department of the Air Force installation planning to introduce a utility-scale advanced geothermal energy system. This accomplishment bolsters national security and represents a critical milestone in the advancement of the nation's defense infrastructure. When operational, the system will hold the potential to furnish a seamless supply of clean, reliable baseload energy even in the event of commercial grid outages... MORE

Uber ridesharing now available at JBSA
November 14, 2023 — Uber ride-sharing has been authorized to provide transportation services to Department of Defense members at Joint Base San Antonio installations... MORE

Stage 3 water restrictions implemented across JBSA
November 2, 2023 — All Joint Base San Antonio installations are now in Stage 3 water restrictions. While residing in the Alamo Region, it is important to understand how restrictions may vary depending on where you live... MORE

JBSA communities come together for National Night Out
October 5, 2023 — Joint Base San Antonio celebrated togetherness and showed support for law enforcement, fire, and other community support agencies on Oct. 3, 2023, in celebration of America’s 40th Annual National Night Out... MORE

Elia laid to rest at Fort Sam Houston cemetery
October 5, 2023 — Retired U.S. Army Brig. Gen. Charles Elia, the 15th Chief of the U.S. Army Veterinary Corps, was laid to rest on Sept. 27, 2023, at the Fort Sam Houston National Cemetery... MORE

Soldier handing a folded flag to a woman.

JBSA hosts hiring event Oct. 4
September 29, 2023 — Joint Base San Antonio is set to host a hiring event on October 4, from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m., at the Norris Conference Center, 618 NW Loop 410, San Antonio. With over 400 positions available throughout the San Antonio area, 41 companies will be represented... MORE

Vogel Meditation Center teaches resilience through art, meditation, yoga
September 15, 2023 — When it comes to national security, the Department of Defense has three documents it depends on. One of those, the National Defense Strategy, contains four top-level priorities, including building a resilient Joint Force. To do that, resiliency teams are looking outside the box for innovative ways to create awareness and resilience among service members... MORE

Students sitting on the floor creating art.

Firefighters learn skills essential to protecting JBSA’s natural areas
July 20, 2023 — In April 2022, a wildfire at Joint Base San Antonio-Camp Bullis threatened training grounds essential to Department of Defense missions. Without properly trained personnel, and the assistance of community partners, tens of thousands of acres of natural wildlands may have been lost... MORE

NATO Reservist visits South Texas
July 19, 2023 — The 433rd Airlift Wing participated in a military exchange program and hosted a member from the Estonian Defense Force at Joint Base San Antonio-Lackland from May 29 to June 9... MORE

1st Lt. Martti Eerma, a Estonian Defense Force reservist, is attacked while wearing padded protective clothing by a military working dog as part of a training demonstration guided by Staff Sgt. Wilson Brantley, 802nd Security Forces Squadron, a military working dog trainer, at Joint Base San Antonio-Medina Annex, Texas, June 8, 2023. Eerma visited the installation as part of the Military Exchange program coordinated with NATO militaries to help develop cultural understanding, regional expertise, language proficiency, and interoperability. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Mark Colmenares)

Horsemanship class provides unique experience for exceptional families
July 18, 2023 — This summer, military families enrolled in the Exceptional Family Member Program at Joint Base San Antonio were offered the opportunity to attend horsemanship classes thanks to funding from the Air Force Personnel Center... MORE

Child rides a horse while her father and instructor watch.

'Giant Voice' testing takes place at JBSA June 30
June 30, 2023 — There will be tests of the "Giant Voice" alert systems at all Joint Base San Antonio locations June 30, according to JBSA Command Post officials... MORE

PRESS RELEASE: Ceremonial cannon fire scheduled for Wednesday, June 21
June 20, 2023 — Residents in and around Joint Base San Antonio-Fort Sam Houston may hear loud booms between 9 and 10 a.m. Wednesday, June 21, 2023... MORE

JBSA-Fort Sam Houston’s Liberty Barracks cleared to reopen
June 15, 2023 — The Liberty Barracks at Joint Base San Antonio-Fort Sam Houston is ready to reopen following extensive remediation after the discovery of legionella traces in the water system last year... MORE

JBSA, San Antonio build stronger ties through EMS support agreement
June 15, 2023 — The City of San Antonio, also known as Military City USA, has a strong bond with its military neighbors, but Intergovernmental Support Agreements, or IGSAs, are another means of strengthening that bond and saving federal dollars in the process... MORE

EMS personnel standing in front of ambulance.