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Patrick to assume 2nd AF command
June 23, 2011 — Brig. Gen. Leonard A. Patrick, commander, 502nd Air Base Wing/Joint Base San Antonio, has been selected as commander, Second Air Force, Air Education and Training Command, Keesler Air Force Base,... MORE

JBSA Airmen selected for promotion
June 23, 2011 — Air Force officials selected 8,545 of 34,257 eligible staff sergeants for promotion to technical sergeant for a selection rate of 24.94 percent.The average score for those selected was 320.48, with an... MORE

Proper planning is key to boating safety
June 21, 2011 — Boating is a popular summer activity and can be a great way to enjoy the San Antonio sun, but without taking proper precautions, boating can be dangerous.In 2009, according to United States Coast... MORE

479th FTG partners with local middle school
June 21, 2011 — When Col. Travis Willis, the former Commander of the 479th Flying Training Group - the 12th Flying Training Wing's geographically separated unit in Pensacola, Fla., learned of a new flight academy at... MORE

Patrick to take over 2nd Air Force; change of command July 18
June 21, 2011 — Brig. Gen. Leonard A. Patrick, commander, 502nd Air Base Wing/Joint Base San Antonio, has been selected as commander, 2nd Air Force, Air Education and Training Command, Keesler Air Force Base, Miss... MORE

Getting green: Conserving energy at Joint Base San Antonio
June 21, 2011 — Getting greener at work isn't about buying more potted plants for your cubicle, but how Joint Base San Antonio can develop a new consciousness about old habits and a willingness to take on new... MORE

Vitamin D offers health benefits
June 17, 2011 — Vitamin D levels have been on the decline in America, sparking a flurry ofmedia attention. Although many assume we don't need to worry about Vitamin D,there is reason to believe we do indeed need to... MORE

Safe pool season requires swimming skills, watchful eyes
June 17, 2011 — Water sport accidents and drownings typically account for the second highest number of fatalities during the Air Force's Critical Days of Summer, but by following a few guidelines, Airmen can keep... MORE

WHMC hematology, oncology services move to BAMC
June 17, 2011 — The Fisher Bone Marrow Transplant Unit and all inpatient hematology and oncology services at Wilford Hall Medical Center will move to Brooke Army Medical Center, Ft. SamHouston, Texas, Wednesday. The... MORE

Randolph visitor center operates under new hours
June 17, 2011 — With summer upon us, more visitors are expected to visit Randolph Air Force Base, and base passes are a must for those without government-issued ID cards.In order to make access easier, the Randolph... MORE

South Texas drought prompts area-wide burn ban
June 17, 2011 — "The ground is parched, the vegetation is dry and one little spark could start a wildfire threatening thousands of acres and endangering lives," James Smith, 902nd Civil Engineer Squadron Randolph... MORE

502nd Air Base Wing scores awards
June 17, 2011 — The annual awards luncheon for the Alamo Federal Executive Board was conducted June 8 at the Omni San Antonio Hotel.San Antonio has the largest presence of federal employees outside of the Washington,... MORE

JBSA Stage 3 water restrictions in effect, conversation critical
June 17, 2011 — As a result of continuing drought conditions, the Bexar County index well J-17 - the official well for recording groundwater elevations in the San Antonio Pool of the Edwards Aquifer - fell under 642... MORE

A&FRC hosts Operation FLAGS for base children
June 17, 2011 — "Are you ready to deploy?" said Airman Alissa Holub, Air Force Personnel Center sustainment apprentice and volunteer for the deployment line, to an 8 year old. "Do you know where you are going? The... MORE

Bexar county bans sale, use of fireworks
June 16, 2011 — Under a disaster declaration signed June 10 by Bexar County Judge Nelson Wolff, fireworks will not be sold in Bexar County and it will be illegal to use them. Citing the extreme drought conditions,... MORE

Base's oldest gym slates upgrade
June 16, 2011 — From hangar to gym, the Warhawk Fitness Center has seen its share of facelifts.The latest retool will bring it up to speed with the demands of the Air Force's revised fitness program.Beginning last... MORE

JBSA Stage 3 water restrictions in effect
June 16, 2011 — As a result of the continuing drought conditions, the Bexar County index well J-17 - the official well for recording groundwater elevations in the San Antonio Pool of the Edwards Aquifer - fell under... MORE

Chief rejoins basic military training
June 16, 2011 — The new Air Force Basic Military Training superintendent is excited about his return to Lackland and inspired over the opportunity to help shape the Air Force's future."To be selected to rejoin this... MORE

Chief Master Sgt. Kenneth Williams, Air Force Basic Military Training superintendent, talks to zero week basic trainees May 20 at the Gateway Chapel. (U.S. Air Force photo/Robbin Cresswell)

Youth program earns top honors
June 16, 2011 — After being named the best youth program in Air Education and Training Command for 2010, the Lackland Youth Center director hoped to one day win the Air Force-level competition.One day came a lot... MORE

VIA adds Lackland bus stops
June 16, 2011 — Lackland transportation officials and the San Antonio VIA Metropolitan Transit have partnered to add three base bus stops on an express route which loops from base to the United Service Organization... MORE