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How to stay safe and secure during the holidays
December 20, 2023 — Unfortunately, criminals love the holidays just as much as we do. The holiday hustle and bustle can sometimes cause us to lower our defenses, but there are some tips on how we can leverage good holiday safety and security practices... MORE

Protecting your family during the holidays.

NORAD tracks Santa
December 24, 2019 — As the North American Aerospace Defense Command conducts its primary mission of defending the homeland, it stands ready to continue its tradition of tracking Santa’s journey around the globe Dec. 24... MORE

Trees for Troops brings Christmas to JBSA
December 12, 2019 — Joint Base San Antonio-Lackland Outdoor Recreation distributed 400 live Christmas trees Dec. 6 to service members and their families as part of Trees for Troops, an annual Christmas tree giveaway program... MORE

Commentary: beware the hidden danger of the holidays
November 27, 2018 — Children are singing, there’s cheer in the air, bells are a-ringing, and the weather is fair. The holidays are finally upon us, and with them comes not only joy and mirth, but also an increase in crime sprees and foodborne illnesses... MORE

Children are singing, there’s cheer in the air, bells are a-ringing, and the weather is fair. The holidays are finally upon us, and with them comes not only joy and mirth, but also an increase in crime sprees and foodborne illnesses. Around this time of year, people buy expensive gifts and travel to see family, but these seasonal habits leave people open to seasonal dangers.