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37th AMDS squeaks by 343rd TRS in IM hoops
February 15, 2008 — The 37th Aerospace Medicine Squadron barely escaped with a 50-43 victory over the 343rd Training Squadron in a game that was much closer than the final score indicated on Feb. 11. 37th AMDS scored... MORE

Contracting course graduates first Army students
February 15, 2008 — On Jan. 30, there was a little Army green sprinkled between all the Air Force blue service dress uniforms as the first Army students graduated from the Air Force Mission Ready Airman Contracting... MORE

Lackland combat controllers receive Bronze Star Medal
February 15, 2008 — Staff Sgt. Joseph Pearcy and Tech. Sgt. Jared Antoni, both from the 342nd Training Squadron, were presented the Bronze Star Medal with Valor on Feb. 1. It is the fourth-highest combat award of the... MORE

AAHC opens monthlong festivities with ceremony
February 15, 2008 — The African American Heritage Committee officially opened Black History Month on Feb. 4 at Wilford Hall Medical Center. The event featured Chief Master Sgt. Iris Teasley, 59th Mental Health Squadron,... MORE

Peace and quiet make comeback with new booths at our library
February 15, 2008 — Libraries - those islands of knowledge and quiet where patrons can read or study in peaceful solitude - are not your father's study halls. With the advent of computers and cell phones, today's... MORE

Randolph to face new schools in realigned Hill Country district
February 15, 2008 — For the next two years, Randolph High School athletic teams and their fans will get to know the Hill Country really well. On Feb.1, as part of its athletic district realignment, the University... MORE

Team-building tradition continues with Combat Dining-In for 12th Flying Training Wing
February 15, 2008 — An Air Force tradition that dates back to the 1930s but has its roots in antiquity continues next week at Randolph. The 12th Flying Training Wing Combat Dining-In, a team-strengthening event for... MORE

Base children taught importance of proper dental care
February 15, 2008 — The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention reported an increase last year in the number of children who had tooth decay, so the Randolph Dental Clinic is doing all it can to make sure children... MORE

12 EO offers mediation to resolve issues at lowest level
February 15, 2008 — The Air Force is a diverse force, yet, despite differences of background and belief, Airmen must work together to accomplish one mission. Air Force culture calls for a resolution to problems at the... MORE

Crews Into Shape; Challenge focuses on physical activity, nutrition
February 15, 2008 — Team Randolph members will soon have an opportunity to compete against personnel from all the armed services in a challenge that encourages wellness. Crews Into Shape, an event sponsored annually... MORE

Stacey Eagles defeat Bulldogs in district play, prepare for playoffs
February 11, 2008 — The Eagles wrapped up district play Feb. 5 by defeating the La Pryor Bulldogs 62-38. The win, coupled with Sabinal High School's win, forced the two teams into a tie for second place. This will be the... MORE

Boys team finishes district play flawless
February 11, 2008 — After grabbing a rebound, small forward David Clark whipped the ball to shooting guard Mike Loar with an over-the-head, no-look pass that resulted in a 3-pointer. The play was one of several... MORE

Exercise your right to vote: 12th FTW voting officer outlines process for servicemembers, families
February 8, 2008 — As races for the White House and other elected offices heat up, it's time for Team Randolph and their families to make sure they'll have an opportunity to exercise their right to vote in November. The... MORE

AETC releases vision of future learning
February 8, 2008 — The Air Force must transform its training and education system of today into a continuous learning culture to meet the Air Force missions of tomorrow. Air Education and Training Command leaders... MORE

Students give heartfelt wishes to veterans
February 8, 2008 — Because of the efforts of Randolph Elementary School children, several hundred hospitalized veterans will get a special surprise on Valentine's Day. As part of its annual Valentines for Veterans... MORE

Applauding a Hero: Team Randolph honors Airman’s service to country
February 1, 2008 — An Explosive Ordnance Disposal technician from Luke Air Force Base, Ariz., was given a hero's welcome and honor here Tuesday for his dedication to duty and service in support of Operation Enduring... MORE

Gen. William Looney, Air Education and Training Command commander, presented Staff Sgt. Christopher Slaydon from Luke Air Force Base, Ariz., with four medals, including the Purple Heart and the Air Force Combat Action Medal, in a ceremony here Tuesday. (Photo by Joel Martinez)

Outfitting the newest generation of aircrew: Anthropometric survey seeks to update data
February 1, 2008 — Employing the same technology that created special effects for films such as "Terminator 2" and "The Polar Express," a team of scientists from Wright-Patterson Air Force Base, Ohio, is engaged in a... MORE

A Randolph aircrew lieutenant receives a computerized full-body scan as part of the anthropometric study conducted here. Photo by Airman 1st Class Katie Hickerson

Randolph chosen as test bed for expansion of Civil Air Patrol’s role
February 1, 2008 — Randolph is one of two bases chosen to evaluate a program that could expand the Civil Air Patrol's role on installations throughout the Air Force. The program, Volunteer Support to the Air Force, will... MORE

Ro-Hawk swimmers anticipate big splash at regional meet
February 1, 2008 — After winning their third consecutive district title, the Randolph High School Ro-Hawks swim team is aiming for a strong showing at the regional meet next week while hoping to send a swimmer to the... MORE

The Randolph High School swim team took home the boys 2008 District 28-4A championship trophy. Pictured are (back row, left to right) David Grieder, Austin Gindhart, John Rippetoe, Cole Gindhart, Stephen Turner and Tyler Rubio (front row, left to right) Ian McNamara, Luke Nickell and Evan Turner. (Photo by Andrea Gindhart)

New commander takes charge of Gateway to the Air Force
January 31, 2008 — The new commander of the 37th Training Wing is honored and excited to be at Lackland and busy getting acquainted with Team Lackland members and the base. "I'm just trying to get my boots on the ground... MORE

Col. Len Patrick addresses the audience at the change of command ceremony at Lackland AFB, Texas, on Jan. 25. Colonel Patrick has, among other duties, served on four headquarters staffs, including Air Education and Training Command Headquarters at Randolph AFB, prior to becoming the commander of the 37th Training Wing. (USAF photo by Robbin Cresswell)