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Airmen promoted below the zone
July 1, 2010 — Below the zone is a competitive early promotion program offered to Airmen in the grade of airman first class. This early promotion opportunity is restricted to elite Airmen who stand out from their... MORE

Lackland club streaks into holiday break
July 1, 2010 — The horizon is looking bright for Lackland's varsity baseball team as it enters the Fourth of July break red hot, having just completed its seventh win in a row in the San Antonio Men's Senior... MORE

AFRS films Lackland training
July 1, 2010 — Looking to build on the recent success of its Web site's basic military training video, the Air Force Recruiting Service returned to Lackland June 21-25 to film several technical school career fields... MORE

Seminar prepares NCOs for leadership
July 1, 2010 — More than 200 Air Force master sergeant selects attended the first Joint Base San Antonio Senior NCO Professional Development Seminar June 21-25.The 204 NCOs gathered for two days at Lackland, and a... MORE

JBSA Airmen pay tribute to family
July 1, 2010 — The flag at half mast behind the 37th Training Wing headquarters building during the basic military training graduation parade June 25 served as a visual reminder.But it wasn't necessary for Marie... MORE

CSOs take flight
July 1, 2010 — The 479th Flying Training Group stationed in Naval Air Station Pensacola, Fla., celebrated a historic milestone June 23 when they flew the first combat system officers. Lt. Col. Eric Wright, 479th FTG... MORE

479th Flying Training Group CSOs take flight
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Sustainment training adds dose of realism to security forces' preparation
June 28, 2010 — A new chapter in security forces training will soon begin.Last week the 902nd Security Forces Squadron certified three evaluators to assess the performance of 902nd SFS members during sustainment... MORE

Showing respect
June 24, 2010 — MORE

Sweet music
June 24, 2010 — MORE

802nd FSS wins softball championship
June 24, 2010 — Known for its heavy hitting, the 802nd Force Support Squadron was favored to make it back to the base intramural softball championship.But, surprisingly, it was FSS' defense that sealed the 11-7 win... MORE

Boxers prep for nation's best
June 24, 2010 — Last week, members of the Air Force boxing team returned to Lackland's gym, laced up their boots and taped up their knuckles.It's their first time back since departing for the Armed Forces Boxing... MORE

Pararescuemen: Honoring fallen warriors
June 24, 2010 — More than 20 pararescuemen, active duty, retired and prior service, donned their service dress uniforms, with boots and maroon berets, and fell into formation. Local freedom riders holding American... MORE

July 4th celebration relocates to Randolph
June 24, 2010 — For more than three decades, Lackland opened its gates to the public for its Independence Day celebration. This year's celebration, the first since Randolph and Lackland realigned under Joint Base San... MORE

Annual water quality report released
June 24, 2010 — Annual reports detailing the quality of drinking water provided on Lackland and the Lackland Training Annex were recently released by base officials stating that drinking water on base meets... MORE

Women's wellness group helps manage life stressors
June 24, 2010 — Women's Wellness group is held every Thursday in the 359th Medical Group conference room.The group is designed for women who are experiencing difficulty with a range of concerns, from depression,... MORE

Education center saves Air Force time, money
June 21, 2010 — Success and savings on national testing at the Lackland Education Center are forming a program model for the Air Force.A partnership between Lackland and the San Antonio branch of Wayland Baptist... MORE

AETC hosts annual retired general officer summit
June 21, 2010 — Ninety-three retired Air Force general officers met at Randolph June 17th to attend Air Education and Training Command's 35th annual Retired General Officer Summit.According to Jim Sturch, AETC... MORE

Vehicle theft prompts words of warning from Randolph policemen
June 21, 2010 — The theft of a full-size SUV at Randolph two weekends ago underscores the importance of vehicle and home security, base law enforcement officers said.The vehicle, which was parked off the west side of... MORE

Randolph's Fourth of July features food, fun and fireworks
June 21, 2010 — Color the south flightline red, white and blue July 4 as Randolph celebrates Independence Day in rousing fashion.Set to kick off at 5 p.m., the biennial Fourth of July celebration, which is free and... MORE