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Crime, punishment at Joint Base San Antonio
December 18, 2017 — During the month of November, Joint Base San Antonio Air Force and Army commanders administered a variety of non-judicial punishment actions under Article 15 of the Uniform Code of Military Justice. The punishments imposed reflect the commander’s determination of an appropriate punishment after considering the circumstances of the offense and the offender’s record. ... MORE

It’s the law! Yield to emergency vehicles on JBSA
November 27, 2017 — Uh-oh! You’re driving down the road on one of the Joint Base San Antonio installations and you suddenly hear sirens in the distance. What do you do now? ... MORE

Leaders serve up Thanksgiving dinner at JBSA-Camp Bullis
November 24, 2017 — U.S. Representative Will Hurd joined Brig. Gen. Heather Pringle, commander of the 502nd Air Base Wing and Joint Base San Antonio, and other leaders to serve Thanksgiving dinner at JBSA-Camp Bullis Nov. 22.... MORE

‘Show Some Love’ for 2017 Combined Federal Campaign
November 7, 2017 — There have been changes for the 2017 Combined Federal Campaign, but the mission remains the same: to promote and support philanthropy through a program that is employee focused, cost-efficient, and effective in providing all Federal employees the opportunity to improve the quality of life for all.... MORE

Bexar County, JBSA form partnership to help transitioning service members
October 23, 2017 — Active duty members at Joint Base San Antonio transitioning out of the military are going to have access to additional resources and counseling through a new program being launched by Bexar County.... MORE

How Drone Operators and Airfields Share the Sky
October 18, 2017 — Small unmanned aircraft systems, often called “drones,” are becoming increasingly popular. Drones are easily purchased and make good gifts for hobbyists and commercial users alike. Recent improvements in technology help operators fly their drones higher, faster, longer, and further than ever. Additionally, drones are getting heavier and larger in size.... MORE

Commentary: Serving the nation in the military … own it!
October 18, 2017 — We all joined the U.S. military for a variety of reasons but our shared obligation/duty is to serve our great nation. ... MORE

Rambler 120
October 16, 2017 — The Rambler 120 Team Challenge, Joint Base San Antonio’s adventure race, featured a 22-mile bike ride, six-mile run, two-mile raft race and a mystery event that took place Oct. 14 at the JBSA Recreation Park at Canyon Lake. MORE

‘Make A Difference’ throughout JBSA Oct. 28
October 13, 2017 — Five Joint Base San Antonio volunteer organizations and facilities, in cooperation with the JBSA Military & Family Readiness Center Volunteer Program, are hosting community service projects for the nationwide Make A Difference Day Oct. 28. ... MORE

October is Energy Awareness Month
October 4, 2017 — October is Energy Awareness Month and Joint Base San Antonio is committed to reducing energy consumption to meet all conservation directives. ... MORE

Logistics squadron steps up to support hurricane relief operations
September 29, 2017 — The 502nd Logistics Readiness Squadron’s slogan, “Supporting Those Who Serve,” aptly tells the story of a unit that numbers more than 800 active-duty members and civilian employees who serve all of Joint Base San Antonio, including 266 mission partners.... MORE

JBSA leaders, SAPD sign National Night Out Proclamation; event takes place Oct. 3
September 27, 2017 — Leaders from Joint Base San Antonio and the San Antonio Police Department joined together Sept. 26 to proclaim Oct. 3 as National Night Out for all JBSA locations. JBSA will be teeming with activities the evening of Oct. 3 as the installations celebrate the partnership between law enforcement and the community.... MORE

Red River Army Depot firefighters aid Hurricane Harvey relief efforts
September 1, 2017 — Firefighters from the Red River Army Depot arrived at JBSA-Seguin Auxiliary Airfield Aug. 31 to aid the support effort for the Federal Emergency Management Agency’s Hurricane Harvey relief efforts.... MORE

59th MDW arrives in Houston
August 31, 2017 — Members from the 59th Medical Wing from Joint Base San Antonio-Lackland, Texas prepare their equipment to accept patients at the George Bush Intercontinental Airport in Houston, Texas, in response to the devastation caused by Hurricane Harvey Aug.30, 2017. The 59th MDW is part of a larger Department of Defense presence in an effort to aid eastern Texas following a record amount of rainfall and flooding.... MORE

FEMA stands up support base at JBSA-Randolph
August 31, 2017 — An Incident Support Base led by the Federal Emergency Management Agency stood up and began Hurricane Harvey disaster relief efforts at JBSA-Randolph Aug. 31. ... MORE

59th Medical Wing supports Hurricane Harvey relief efforts
August 30, 2017 — A Lockheed C-5 Galaxy takes aim to Houston, Texas Aug. 30, 2017 transporting the 59th Medical Wing’s disaster relief teams. A 70-members from the Air Force’s flagship medical wing were mobilized to provide medical attention to the 6 million residents of the greater Houston area after the city suffered catastrophic flooding due to Hurricane Harvey.... MORE

JBSA-Seguin ISB supports Hurricane Harvey disaster relief efforts
August 30, 2017 — In support of Hurricane Harvey relief efforts, the 502nd Air Base Wing, Federal Emergency Management Agency and the Defense Logistics Agency stood-up an Incident Support Base at JBSA-Seguin Auxiliary Airfield Aug. 24.... MORE

JBSA joins Hurricane Harvey disaster relief efforts
August 29, 2017 — Several mission partners across the base have sprung into action setting up installation support bases to support Hurricane Harvey disaster relief operations across the south Texas region.... MORE

Early registration deadline approaching for Rambler 120 adventure race
August 15, 2017 — Early bird registration continues through Sept. 15 for the 11th edition of the Joint Base San Antonio Rambler 120, a fitness challenge that tests individuals and teams with a 6-mile run, 22-mile bike race and 2-mile raft race.... MORE

Registration open for youth sports
August 11, 2017 — Youth centers across Joint Base San Antonio are offering registration for flag football, cheerleading, and soccer. ... MORE