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Concert kicks off 2007 air show
October 26, 2007 — Randolph Air Force Base hosts a free Military Appreciation Night and concert Nov. 2 from 7-10 p.m. on the west flight line. All Department of Defense ID card holders and dependants are invited to... MORE

Counting down to Operation Homecooking
October 26, 2007 — San Antonio-area families can express their warmth and hospitality to Airmen and trainees at Lackland by allowing them an opportunity to enjoy a holiday meal and family atmosphere through "Operation... MORE

Taking control of eating, fitness takes more than wishful thinking
October 26, 2007 — Health and fitness expert Larry North visited the Kelly Field Club Oct. 18 to give some tips on how to survive the holiday season and reach a goal of lifetime health. Mr. North had a rough childhood... MORE

Stacey High School finishes well in meet
October 26, 2007 — The sudden cold front and precipitation Oct. 22 did not stop Stacey High School from hosting the District 38 cross country meet. Parents and school members showed up as early as 8 a.m. to begin... MORE

Sensor Olympics touches the heart of professionalism
October 26, 2007 — The Air Force Intelligence, Surveillance and Reconnaissance Agency's 28th annual Sensor Olympics award banquet was held at Lackland Oct. 25. Almost every Air Force command and Air Force Specialty Code... MORE

AETC spouses take in BMT
October 24, 2007 — MORE

During the behind the scenes tour of basic military training at Lackland AFB, Texas, on Oct. 17, spouses of Air Education and Training Command commanders and command chiefs witnessed the initial hair cuts of new trainees at Clipper Cuts. The spouses had the opportunity to participate in tours of numerous BMT activities, including an M-16 trainer weapon and combat skills training demonstration, clothing issue orientation and field training orientation. (USAF photo by Alan Boedeker)

Sending help to fight California inferno
October 24, 2007 — MORE

Department of the Army civilians Mike Geffendal, left, and Joshua Wood, U. S. Army North Command, wait at Lackland AFB, Texas, Oct. 23, 2007, to load their Emergency Response Vehicle for a flight to help with the California fires. (USAF photo by Alan Boedeker)

Retiree Appreciation Day takes place Oct. 27
October 19, 2007 — Randolph's annual Retiree Appreciation Day takes place Oct. 27 from 8 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. in Hangar 4. The event is free and offers local retirees a chance to discuss issues affecting them, greet... MORE

Randolph’s Combined Federal Campaign nearing end
October 19, 2007 — With a week remaining in this year's Combined Federal Campaign, representatives from all of Team Randolph's units are making a final push to solicit enough pledges to eclipse last year's total of... MORE

FATS puts the skinny on fire arms training
October 18, 2007 — In a dark room completely covered in camouflage netting, four Airmen stand, calling out orders and placement to each other while firing M-16 and M-4 weaponry. These men are practicing for an upcoming... MORE

Rennovations puts new spin on bowling center
October 18, 2007 — The Skylark Bowling Center recently underwent renovations of its bowling lanes. The lanes, along with the approaches, hoods and racks, where the balls come up, all were replaced during the two-week... MORE

Soccer teams kick it up during tournament
October 18, 2007 — Lackland's varsity soccer team held its first 5-on-5 soccer fundraiser tournament at the Gateway West fields on Oct. 13-14. A group of 12 teams representing a number of units and organizations... MORE

Lackland Airman takes a first place the Helotes Half-Marathon
October 18, 2007 — Lewis Carter, 37th Logistics Readiness Squadron, placed 17th overall in the Helotes Half-Marathon on Oct. 13 with a time of 1:29:48. Carter also took home first place in his age group (20-24 male). "I... MORE

Hoop it up: Youth Center getting ready for fall
October 11, 2007 — Randolph youth who are interested in playing basketball have until Oct. 31 to register for the Randolph Youth Center's fall basketball league. Youth ages 5 to 18 can sign up at the youth center from 9... MORE

USO looking for veterans, volunteers to preserve wartime stories
October 11, 2007 — When a veteran passes away, the stories and memories about the wars they fought in will go with them if not recorded and preserved. The San Antonio USO, along with the Library of Congress, is... MORE

New ABUs entering the Air Force
October 11, 2007 — MORE

Brig. Gen. Darrell Jones, a former 37th Training Wing commander at Lackland AFB, Texas, hands Trainee Kendell Pollock the shirt of an Airman Battle Uniform at Air Force Clothing Initial Issue Oct. 3, 2007. The new ABU is being issued to all recruits entering basic military training, and replaces the battle dress uniform, which was worn by Airmen for more than 26 years. (USAF photo by Robbin Cresswell)

Environmental Flight receives AETC award
October 11, 2007 — Team Randolph's 12th Civil Engineer Division Environmental Flight has been recognized for its efforts in making the base more environmentally friendly. The Air Education and Training Command recently... MORE

Triathlete wins Female Athlete of the Year
October 11, 2007 — Peggy Moskaluk, Central Command Intelligence Support Center, was recently named Lackland AFB Female Athlete of the Year. During the 2006-2007 season, she participated in five triathlons and two 5-K... MORE

Injured Airman reports to basketball camp
October 11, 2007 — Sedric Whitaker, 59th Surgical Specialties Squadron, has been selected to attend the 2007 All-Air Force Men's Basketball Trial Camp. The camp will be held at Buckley AFB, Colo. He will be competing... MORE

New programs aids relocating students
October 11, 2007 — Children face many challenges when parents receive orders to permanently change stations. They must make new friends, acclimate to a new school and a new neighborhood, but some face specific... MORE