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Military families gain access to free, online tutoring
January 29, 2010 — Defense Department officials launched a free, online tutoring service for servicemembers and their families. The site -- http://www.tutor.com/military -- offers round-the-clock professional tutors who... MORE

Defense Department officials launched a free, online tutoring service for servicemembers and their families.

Officials announce holiday safety results
January 29, 2010 — The Air Force had the lowest recorded number of private motor vehicle fatalities during the Thanksgiving-to-New Year's time frame - one - to include the lowest number of automobile fatalities -... MORE

Families can see off, greet Airmen at airport gate
January 29, 2010 — It's a scene that's played out in airports across the country numerous times in the past eight years: Families and servicemembers clinging to each other, either sad to leave or happy and vowing to... MORE

JAG Corps announces law school programs
January 29, 2010 — Applications for the Funded Legal Education Program or FLEP, and Excess Leave Program, or ELP, are being accepted through March 1. The programs are designed to allow active-duty officers to apply for... MORE

Colonel Mott looks back on six-month tenure
January 29, 2010 — When Col. William H. Mott V assumed command of the 37th Training Wing last July, his enthusiasm and excitement had no bounds.That hasn't changed during his tenure here. His facial expressions and tone... MORE

Col. William H. Mott V, 37th Training Wing commander, and his wife Laurie, speak with graduates of Air Force Basic Military Training Jan. 22. Colonel Mott took command of the 37th TRW in July 2009. (U.S. Air Force photo/Robbin Cresswell)

Thrilling comeback allows Ramblers to shock Warhawks
January 27, 2010 — The Randolph Ramblers erased a seven-point deficit late in Sunday's game against host Lackland to nip the Warhawks 78-76 on a buzzer-beating layup.The victory avenged a 118-79 drubbing at the hands of... MORE

Randolph Middle Tier Association seeking new members
January 26, 2010 — The Randolph Middle Tier Association is beginning the new year with a call for more members.The organization, open to all staff sergeant-selects, staff sergeants and technical sergeants from all... MORE

Chapel program reaches out to dorm residents
January 26, 2010 — The first Check Six event of the year is Jan. 28, 6 p.m., at the Kisling Community Center.The event, co-sponsored by Freedom Chapel, 37th Communications Squadron and 67th Network Warfare Wing chapel,... MORE

Lackland honors Martin Luther King Jr.
January 26, 2010 — A capacity crowd was on hand to hear retired Brig. Gen. Toreaser Steele deliver the keynote address at the Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. commemorative luncheon Jan. 14 at the Gateway Club.The annual... MORE

Retired Brig. Gen. Toreaser A. Steele gives comments during Lackland's Martin Luther King Day luncheon Jan. 14. The general spoke about Dr. King's vision of change. (U.S. Air Force photo/Alan Boedeker)

NCO Academy gets $6M upgrade
January 26, 2010 — The Robert D. Gaylor NCO Academy officially reopened Jan. 15 after completing a multi-million dollar renovation.A $6 million makeover to the 29,000 square foot building, begun in November 2008,... MORE

Training camp deadline extended into February
January 26, 2010 — The program that produced standout service boxers such as three-time All-Air Force light heavyweight champion Rodney Ellison is looking for a few Airmen to fill their shoes.Currently, Air Force boxing... MORE

12th MDG, MSG inactivate, re-activate, re-designate next week
January 26, 2010 — As the Air Force enacts 2005 Federal Base Realignment and Closure legislation, Team Randolph will see historical change occur early next week as the 12th Medical Group joins the 59th Medical Wing and... MORE

2010 AETC Symposium reaches new heights with record attendance
January 26, 2010 — More than 3,700 people attended the 2010 Air Education and Training Command Symposium held at the Henry B. Gonzalez Convention Center in downtown San Antonio last week, the largest showing to date... MORE

An M915 semi-tractor trailer was part of the 342nd Training Squadron's display at the 2010 Air Education and Training Command symposium Jan. 14 and 15. The display was manned by Senior Master Sgt. Brian Hubbard (standing) and Master Sgt. Chris Dunstone, both with the 342nd TRS. (U.S. Air Force photo/Robbin Cresswell)

History of Black economic empowerment is theme of 'Black History Month'
January 26, 2010 — A quiz game, a breakfast featuring a panel of pioneer Black aviators, a ball featuring a silent auction and a gospel music festival are four February "Black History Month" events at Randolph touching... MORE

Financial education course tackles gamut of credit issues
January 18, 2010 — Team Randolph members will soon have an opportunity to expand their knowledge of credit and learn how to make better financial decisions."Credit When Credit is Due," a financial education course... MORE

Fitness first for 50 Team Randolph members
January 18, 2010 — A $16,000 Air Force "health promotion community initiatives grant" applied for by a base dietitian and won by the 12th Flying Training Wing will mean prizes for 50 Team Randolph families who undertake... MORE

The Landings at Randolph begins neighborhood watch program
January 18, 2010 — A program that was started in the 1970s to curtail crime using the eyes and ears of residents in neighborhoods throughout the U.S. is under way at Randolph.Pinnacle Hunt Communities LLC, the company... MORE

Consider security factors as Census time approaches
January 18, 2010 — With identity theft on the rise and a heightened sense of terrorism awareness in Americans' minds since 9-11, Randolph residents, Airmen and local retirees must consider security factors when someone... MORE

Tax center sets hours, gives tips for tax season
January 15, 2010 — Tax season is approaching, and the Lackland Tax Center will be providing free tax preparation of both federal and state income tax returns for active duty, Reserve, National Guard, retired military,... MORE

Free flights available through Space-A travel
January 15, 2010 — Space-available, or Space-A, travel offers military servicemembers and their families the adventure of travel without the rat race or expense of airfare.Supporting the 433rd Airlift Wing, the... MORE