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Exercise at JBSA-Randolph tests Air Force members’ combat readiness
January 24, 2018 — More than 40 Air Force members from across Joint Base San Antonio came to JBSA-Randolph’s Camp Talon Jan. 18 for evaluation of the skills that prepare them for deployment. ... MORE

JBSA Military & Family Readiness Centers accepting nominations for Volunteer of the Year Awards
January 12, 2018 — Joint Base San Antonio Military & Family Readiness Centers are accepting nominations for awards that recognize the contributions of outstanding volunteers within the JBSA community.... MORE

Joint Base San Antonio names 2018 military ambassadors
January 11, 2018 — Ten service members from across Joint Base San Antonio were chosen to represent their respective military services as part of the 2018 Military Ambassadors program. Throughout the year, they will represent their service and JBSA at events throughout South Texas, including nearly 50 activities associated with Fiesta San Antonio, according to Kathy Salazar, JBSA public affairs specialist. ... MORE

Vogel Resiliency Center to improve readiness, resilience for JBSA Soldiers
January 2, 2018 — The Vogel Resiliency Center, or VRC, is a project that brings together eight entities of resiliency services into one location. This facility is unique to JBSA-Fort Sam Houston and in the Army and opens at 2 p.m. Friday, Jan. 5... MORE

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