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AFFSC prepares to process thousands of Irma vouchers
September 28, 2017 — Air Force Financial Services Center officials anticipate processing 6,000-8,000 travel vouchers filed by Air Force members who evacuated in advance of Hurricane Irma... MORE

Serving our nation: the journey to citizenship
September 21, 2017 — The Department of Defense commemorated Constitution Day and Citizenship Day Sunday, Sept. 17, 2017 and will observe Constitution Week the week of Sept. 17 through Sept. 23... MORE

New commandant seeks to make IAAFA known
September 20, 2017 — The mission of the Inter-American Air Forces Academy is strengthening international partnerships through education and training and the new IAAFA commandant, Col. Isaac Davidson, wants to make sure everyone knows this about his academy... MORE

Commentary: Is this the right one?
September 19, 2017 — As leaders, we need to remember our words, actions, and the “bait” we select in developing our Airmen, must be carefully considered for optimal impact. Not only do we need to know whom we are trying to reach, but also understand their motivations and the best way to get them to embrace our message... MORE

502nd OSS supports MASS mission
September 18, 2017 — The Air Force Reserve’s 910th Airlift Wing, a special team based out of Youngstown Air Reserve Station, Ohio, was recently deployed to Joint Base San Antonio-Lackland Kelly Field, Texas to conduct nightly aerial spray missions in eastern Texas with the help of the 502nd Operations Support Squadron... MORE

Mission support units educate Honorary Commanders
September 16, 2017 — More than a dozen 433rd Airlift Wing Honorary Commanders toured the 433rd Mission Support Group units Sept. 9 at Joint Base San Antonio-Lackland... MORE

Cyberspace squadron celebrates 100 years
September 13, 2017 — The 91st Cyberspace Operations Squadron at Joint Base San Antonio-Lackland spent the week of Aug. 21-26 celebrating its 100th anniversary with a week of festivities designed to both honor its heritage and its cyber Airmen who accomplish the mission daily... MORE

Security Hill Airmen take JBSA softball championship title
September 13, 2017 — The Hitmen of 25th Air Force and the Cryptologic and Cyber Systems Division came out swinging Aug. 17 to beat the Air Force Personnel Center in the Joint Base San Antonio Softball Championship... MORE

433rd CES firefighters pay tribute to 9/11 firefighters
September 11, 2017 — Members of the 433rd Civil Engineer Squadron Fire Department paid tribute to the 9/11 firefighters who perished in the World Trade Center during its September unit training assembly here at Joint Base San Antonio-Lackland Sept. 10, 2017 by walking up and down 110 flights of stairs... MORE

Reserve Wing prepares for Hurricane Irma
September 11, 2017 — The Air Force Reserve Command’s 433rd Airlift Wing, the 'Alamo Wing,' is prepared to provide assistance when called upon by state and federal agencies. ... MORE

ISR command chief’s goal: to help all Airmen do their best
September 7, 2017 — Chief Master Sgt. Stanley Cadell’s goal at the 25th Air Force is to help all Airmen do their best, without hindrances. “I see my job as to help remove obstacles so people can do their job."... MORE

FSS theme: “Revitalizing the Squadron & YOU!”
September 5, 2017 — Week-long workshop brought Force Support Squadron commanders together to share innovative ideas, best practices and remain relevant as they serve Airmen and their families... MORE

Royal Canadian Air Force supports JBSA with Hurricane Harvey relief supplies
September 3, 2017 — A Royal Canadian Air Force CC-130J Hercules airlift arrived at Joint Base San Antonio-Lackland Kelly Field, Texas carrying humanitarian supplies from the government of Canada to aid in Hurricane Harvey relief efforts Sept. 3, 2017... MORE

Air Force highly recommends renters insurance
September 3, 2017 — Unforeseen fires, floods, theft or accidents can occur in anyone’s residence. Airmen need to understand the importance of protecting their families from financial hardship should such losses occur. Whether you live on base or off base, the Air Force highly recommends you get renters insurance... MORE

Texas reserve wing assists in the aftermath of Hurricane Harvey
September 2, 2017 — Earlier in the week the "Alamo Wing" got the call they may be called up. The mission was to deliver medical personnel, equipment and supplies to support relief efforts after the devastation that Hurricane Harvey left behind... MORE

Adaptive Sports helps Airman overcome adversity
August 29, 2017 — Master Sgt. Benjamin Seekell, a 343rd Training Squadron security forces instructor, recently returned back to Joint Base San Antonio-Lackland after competing in the 2017 Department of Defense Warrior Games where he earned eight medals. Seekell says the key to his success in adaptive sports has been balancing all the challenges that come along with military life... MORE

59th Airman named Outstanding Airman of the Year
August 28, 2017 — A 59th Medical Wing Airman's personal commitment, hard work and her dedication to her unit's success, was recognized as she was chosen as one of the Air Force's 12 Outstanding Airmen of the Year for 2017... MORE

The 24th AF mission continues to grow after eight years
August 28, 2017 — The 24th Air Force, activated at Lackland Air Force Base, Texas Aug. 18, 2009, held a celebratory cake-cutting and burger burn to celebrate eight years of Air Force Cyber... MORE

Guy’s Family Road Trip visits JBSA-Lackland
August 25, 2017 — Guy Fieri, an American restaurateur, author, game show host, and television personality, visited Joint Base San Antonio-Lackland, Texas, June 19, 2017, for filming an episode of his television show, Guy’s Family Road Trip... MORE

JBSA-Lackland hosts Honorary Commander Tour
August 21, 2017 — More than 20 military and community leaders visited various units at Joint Base San Antonio-Lackland, Texas, during the 502nd Air Base Wing Honorary Commander Tour Aug. 16, 2017 at Joint Base San Antonio-Lackland, Texas. MORE