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MTI spouse earns AETC’s top award as family child care provider
April 21, 2017 — The spouse of a military training instructor at Joint Base San Antonio-Lackland has achieved command-level recognition for being the best in her profession.Rebecca Seymour, who has been tending to the... MORE

The spouse of a military training instructor at Joint Base San Antonio-Lackland has achieved command-level recognition for being the best in her profession. Rebecca Seymour, who has been tending to the needs of military children for more than a decade, is the 2016 Air Education and Training Command Family Child Care Provider of the Year.

Tell Zika to buzz off
April 21, 2017 — In 2016, the Zika virus made world-wide news as a new threat to public health, but mosquito-borne illnesses have always been a health risk for people living in certain climates. Fortunately, there... MORE

JBSA Police Week kicks off May 15
April 20, 2017 — The 2017 National Police Week at Joint Base San Antonio kicks off May 15 and will run until May 19.JBSA is taking part in National Police Week, which was established by a joint resolution of Congress... MORE

The 2017 National Police Week at Joint Base San Antonio kicks off May 15 and will run until May 19. JBSA is taking part in National Police Week, which was established by a joint resolution of Congress in October 1962. It occurs annually during the week in which May 15 falls. National Police Week recognizes the service and sacrifice of U.S. law enforcement members and pays special recognition to law enforcement officers who have lost their lives in the line of duty for the safety and protection of others.

Air Force Clubs transition from credit card system to virtual portal, app
April 19, 2017 — The Air Force is revolutionizing its club membership program in the coming months, to include a transition away from a club credit card to the Air Force Club Member Portal... MORE

Family events, like Daddy Daughter Dances, are often held at Air Force clubs around the globe. (U.S. Air Force courtesy photo)

STEP promotion gives JBSA staff sergeants surprise of a lifetime
April 18, 2017 — April 1st is typically a day for pranks and jokes, but for two Joint Base San Antonio staff sergeants, April Fools’ Day brought the surprise of a lifetime with on-the-spot promotions to technical sergeant that were no joke... MORE

Tech. Sgt. Angelina Simms, 902nd Security Forces Squadron base defense operations center controller, was promoted from staff sergeant in a surprise reveal. Simms believes this STEP promotion will take her one step closer to achieving her future career goals.

VLPAD adds 51 jobs, more active-duty openings for officer, enlisted
April 18, 2017 — The Air Force has expanded the Voluntary Limited Period of Active Duty program, adding 51 additional Air Force specialty codes for select air reserve component officers... MORE

The Air Force Voluntary Period of Active Duty program just added 51 career field specialties. VLPAD gives certain Reserve and Guard Airmen the chance to serve on active duty for three years and one day while receiving active duty benefits in order to meet Air Force mission requirements. (U.S. Air Force courtesy graphic)

Civil engineers to celebrate Earth Day with SmartFlower installation
April 18, 2017 — The 502nd Air Base Wing celebrates Earth Day with several displays around JBSA introducing the SmartFlower solar technology which will be implemented around JBSA locations in the near future... MORE

Air Force Earth Day 2017 - Conserve Today. Secure Tomorrow.

MiCare becomes TOL Patient Portal Secure Messaging
April 18, 2017 — The Air Force MiCare system that lets patients at Air Force hospitals and clinics communicate securely with their health providers is getting a new name... MORE

MiCare is now Patient Portal: Secure Messaging

JBSA members compete in first SAAPM survivor challenge
April 18, 2017 — Personnel from across JBSA gathered to compete in the first ever JBSA Sexual Assault Prevention and Response Survivor Challenge April 13 at JBSA-Randolph. The event was called the SAPR Survivor... MORE

A member of the Army #1 team races to the finish line carrying a 60 pound bag during the “Survivor’s Challenge” April 13, 2017, at Joint Base San Antonio-Randolph. Survivor’s Challenge is a JBSA competition where teams compete in mental and physical challenges to help raise awareness and prevent sexual assault within the military and federal service. (U.S. Air Force photo by Sean M. Worrell)

Civilian developmental education helps grow tomorrow’s leaders
April 17, 2017 — Shelli Dunn said she fondly remembers her recent experiences at Squadron Officer School, especially one particular exercise called Project X... MORE

Health promotions coordinator helps Airmen, civilians meet fitness needs
April 14, 2017 — On any given day, Aracelis Gonzalez-Anderson can be seen around Joint Base San Antonio-Randolph attending to duties such as consulting with the commissary manager about healthy items offered at the... MORE

Aracelis Gonzalez-Anderson (left), Health Promotions Program coordinator, and Claudia Smith, Commissary store manager, discuss the available healthy food options April 11, 2017, at Joint Base San Antonio-Randolph Commissary. The Health Promotions Services offer resources on eating healthy and promote living a fit lifestyle to JBSA personnel.

Bassoonist brings academic, performance credentials to Band of the West
April 14, 2017 — About a year ago, a website advertisement for a chair in the Air Force Band of the West caught the eye of a young woman who was on her way to earning a doctor of musical arts degree. A few... MORE

Airman 1st Class Laura McIntyer, Band of the West bassoonist, preforms for Gulf Coast residents and travelers at the Biloxi Visitor's Center Feb. 26, 2017 Biloxi, Miss. Members of the Spectrum Winds Quintet, an ensemble of the Band of the West, played a medley of concert and ceremonial marching music for the attendees. (U.S. Air Force photo by Andre' Askew)

CSAF discusses readiness
April 13, 2017 — Air Force Chief of Staff Gen. David L. Goldfein addressed rebuilding the Air Force’s readiness during a discussion at the Heritage Foundation April 12, 2017, in Washington, D.C... MORE

Air Force Chief of Staff Gen. David L. Goldfein speaks at the Heritage Foundation in Washington, D.C., April 12, 2017. The CSAF discussed readiness, national security and challenges for the Air Force warfighter. (U.S. Air Force photo/Wayne A. Clark)

April honors sacrifices of military children
April 13, 2017 — April is designated as the Month of the Military Child, underscoring the important role military children play in the armed forces community. It is a time to recognize military children for the daily sacrifices they make and the challenges they overcome, according to the Department of Defense Education Activity... MORE

April is the Month of the Military Child.

JBSA comes together for second annual Aerobathon
April 11, 2017 — Joint Base San Antonio will have a chance to enjoy free workout sessions, learn tips on how to stay healthy and have a chance to win prizes on Saturday, May 6 from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. at JBSA-Randolph’s... MORE

Joint Base San Antonio will have a chance to enjoy free workout sessions, learn tips on how to stay healthy and have a chance to win prizes on Saturday, May 6 from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. at JBSA-Randolph’s Rambler Fitness Center. This year’s Aerobathon, which is open to all active duty service members, dependents, retirees and Department of Defense cardholders age 16 and older, will feature special guest Ally Davidson, co-founder and co-CEO of Camp Gladiator.

A piece of the puzzle: JBSA promotes Autism Awareness Month
April 7, 2017 — April is Autism Awareness Month, a time which focuses on promoting awareness, acceptance and appreciation for those with autism... MORE

April is Autism Awareness Month, a time which focuses on promoting awareness, acceptance and appreciation for those with autism. According to the Autism Society of America, autism is a complex developmental disability which affects a person’s ability to communicate and interact with others. It is characterized by social-interaction difficulties, communication challenges and a tendency to engage in repetitive behaviors.

Air Force testing program to expedite civilians’ EEO complaints
April 7, 2017 — An Air Force test program is allowing civilians who file equal employment opportunity complaints to pursue an option that can expedite their cases. The pilot program for the Compressed, Orderly, Rapid and Equitable process, also known as CORE, began Oct. 1 and will continue through fiscal year 2018... MORE

An Air Force test program is allowing civilians who file equal employment opportunity complaints to pursue an option that can expedite their cases. The pilot program for the Compressed, Orderly, Rapid and Equitable process, also known as CORE, began Oct. 1 and will continue through fiscal year 2018.

Military’s presence felt at San Antonio’s Fiesta celebration
April 6, 2017 — Joint Base San Antonio-Fort Sam Houston’s presence in San Antonio predates Fiesta by nearly 50 years, so it’s no surprise that the armed forces – and JBSA in particular – play a prominent role in... MORE

This year’s Fiesta, April 20-30, will feature four armed forces days at the Alamo as well as events at JBSA-Fort Sam Houston and JBSA-Lackland and five performances by members of the Air Force Band of the West based at JBSA-Lackland.

Goldfein: Continuing resolution detrimental to Air Force
April 5, 2017 — With the threat of a yearlong continuing resolution lingering, Air Force Chief of Staff Gen. David L. Goldfein and his fellow service chiefs called on Congress to approve an appropriation bill for fiscal year 2017 during a hearing on the topic April 5, 2017 on Capitol Hill... MORE

Air Force Chief of Staff Gen. David Goldfein testifies before the House Armed Services Committee April 5, 2017, in Washington, D.C., on the impacts of operating the service under a year-long continuing resolution. Goldfein testified with his service chief counterparts. (U.S. Air Force photo/Scott M. Ash)

502nd CES saves money by saving energy
April 5, 2017 — Members of the 502nd Civil Engineer Squadron have been saving Joint Base San Antonio money and energy by implementing an aggressive peak demand reduction program to reduce utility costs across JBSA... MORE

Members of the 502nd Civil Engineer Squadron and CPS Energy present (left) Brig. Gen Heather Pringle, 502nd Air Base Wing and Joint Base San Antonio commander, a rebate check from CPS Energy’s Demand Response Program Feb. 14, 2017, at JBSA-Fort Sam Houston, Texas. Peak demand reduction programs reduce utility costs to JBSA installations and improve energy efficiency with an estimated annual savings of $530,000.