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Chapel releases Easter observances schedule
March 21, 2008 — This Sunday, people around the world will observe Easter, which Christians believe is centered on the crucifixion, death and resurrection of Jesus Christ. Religious services will be held today, Good... MORE

Rambler Fitness Center to host base-level basketball playoffs in April
March 21, 2008 — The Rambler Fitness Center has its own version of "March Madness" as base intramural and extramural basketball teams compete for their respective league titles with the season coming down to the... MORE

Air Force Assistance Fund campaign begins March 31
March 21, 2008 — "Commitment to Caring" is the theme of this year's Randolph Air Force Base Air Force Assistance Fund campaign from March 31 through May 11. The installation's "fair-share goal" is $88,459, a figure... MORE

Lackland Fisher House gets deliciously good donation
March 20, 2008 — On March 10, the Lackland Fisher House Foundation was blessed with a gift that filled their hearts, made possible by a book that would also fill stomachs. The Air Force Federal Credit Union donated... MORE

Joint basing to become reality in San Antonio military communities
March 20, 2008 — RANDOLPH AFB, Texas - Joint Basing is a reality, it's happening in San Antonio, and it will effectively support the city's military communities. That's the message from local military leaders as they... MORE

Lackland softball team wins 20-3
March 20, 2008 — The Lackland Men's Varsity Softball Team demonstrated good base hitting, crushing La Prensa 20-3 on March 18. The game was never close as the Lackland team scored 10 runs in the first and second... MORE

Senior Master Sgt. Promotions announced
March 14, 2008 — Congratulations to the following master sergeants on their selection for senior master sergeant: 12th Flying Training Wing Matthew Campbell Eliezer Cruz Christopher Lantagne Richard Madrid Gary Scott... MORE

Dutch air chief predicts future cooperation
March 14, 2008 — His air force has a pilot training history in the United States that dates back to 1941. It's a long relationship he would like to continue. Lt. Gen. Hans de Jong, commander of the Royal Netherlands... MORE

Staff Sgt. Daniel Reed, left, a Military Training Instructor from the 324th Training Recruit Squadron at Lackland Air Force Base, demonstrates to Lt. Gen. Hans de Jong, Royal Netherlands Air Force commander, the blue M-16 rifles basic military trainees carry throughout their training at Lackland. The General toured Randolph and Lackland Air Force Bases as part of an official distinguished visitor tour of headquarters Air Education and Training Command this week. Photo by Rich McFadden

Air Force honors top recruiters
March 14, 2008 — Air Force Recruiting Service honored its top 14 recruiters and their spouses last week during Operation Blue Suit XXIV. Air Force Recruiting Service officials recognized Blue Suit winners and their... MORE

The top 14 Air Force recruiters from locations around the globe and their spouses were invited by the Air Force Recruiting Service for a week-long tour and recognition ceremony honoring each of them for their achievements in recruiting only the highest-quality Airmen into service to the U.S. Air Force. The group spent one afternoon touring the San Antonio Riverwalk where they were treated to a float tour. Photo by Joel Martinez

HAWC class helps participants change unhealthy beliefs
March 14, 2008 — People who have a difficult time managing their emotions pay the price in various ways: unhappiness, poor performance, interpersonal problems, avoidance behaviors such as procrastination and... MORE

Clinic stresses early screening to prevent colon cancer
March 14, 2008 — The Randolph Medical Clinic is making sure base members are getting the message when it comes to stopping a cancer that takes thousands of lives each year. The base clinic has sent over one thousand... MORE

Going above and beyond
March 14, 2008 — A Team Randolph transportation civilian vies for Air Force-level recognition after earning the Air Education and Training Command Civilian Category I Supervisor/Leader Award recently. Tracy Kreusler,... MORE

Candles appeal to senses, but beware of fire danger
March 14, 2008 — Candles can be popular for the ambience they impart to a romantic dinner or the pleasant scent they bring to a room. Unfortunately, their open flames can also spell disaster. Burning candles started... MORE

Randolph Braveheart surprise competition at Houston tourney
March 14, 2008 — The Randolph Braveheart flag football team surprised many people and maybe themselves, by winning a divisional title at the Spring Classic tournament March 1-2 in Houston. Having only 10 of their 15... MORE

Services Division ready to showcase record year
March 13, 2008 — When Services people do a good job, everyone on base enjoys a better quality of life. Team Lackland's 37th Services Division has just been named Air Education and Training Command's Outstanding Large... MORE

Competition brings HEB to LISD
March 13, 2008 — Lackland Independent School district was nominated as a finalist for the 2008 HEB Excellence in Education Award in the small school district category. Judges from the award committee visited the... MORE

BRAC: Dermatology clinics combine
March 13, 2008 — The Brooke Army Medical Center Dermatology Clinic will begin to combine with Wilford Hall Medical Center to create one Center of Excellence this month. The move is part of the Base Realignment and... MORE

Women's varsity softball team ready to take the field
March 13, 2008 — The 2008 Lackland Women's Varsity Softball Team will begin their season this weekend. After three weeks of tryouts and numerous changes to the schedule, the Warhawks are eager to begin their season... MORE

AFAF campaign kicks off on Lackland
March 7, 2008 — Team Lackland will begin its Air Force Assistance Fund "Commitment to Caring" campaign on Tuesday. The basewide fundraising event will end April 21. "The Air Force Assistance Fund campaign for Team... MORE

Comedians bring laughter to Team Lackland
March 7, 2008 — Comedian Brad Garrett from the hit sitcom "Everybody Loves Raymond" performed for a packed house Feb. 26 at the Gateway Club, leaving standing room only for those arriving an hour from show time. The... MORE