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Local water experts recommend well 'wellness' checks
April 30, 2014 — Groundwater is essential for human and animal health and well-being. The U.S. Army Public Health Command Water Resources Program helps preserve groundwater quality and protect Army communities from... MORE

ARMY NORTH CIVIL SUPPORT TRAINING ACTIVITY
April 30, 2014 — MORE

Army Sgt. 1st Class Marcia Hento (left) rehearses the process of decontaminating a camera used by Air Force
Tech. Sgt. Dustin Clement, both members of the South Dakota National Guard’s 82nd Civil Support Team,
during a training exercise April 22 at Camp Rapid in Rapid City, S.D. The exercise, facilitated by U.S. Army
North’s Civil Support Training Activity, is designed to test the unit’s ability to respond to a chemical, biological,
radiological or nuclear incident. The CSTA is based out of Joint Base San Antonio-Fort Sam Houston.

ARSOUTH, Brazil discuss working dogs before World Cup, Olympics
April 30, 2014 — Over the next two years, millions of people from all over the globe will descend on Brazil to attend both the 2014 World Cup and the 2016 Summer Olympic Games.With them, they will bring several... MORE

A Brazilian military working dog and his handler assigned to the Batalhao de Policia do Exercito de Brasilia (Brasilia Military Police Battalion) apprehend a role-playing protestor during a riot control demonstration at the battalion’s headquarters in Brasilia, Brazil April 1.

AF couple runs Boston Marathon in 'sign of solidarity'
April 30, 2014 — One year after the Boston Marathon bombings, an Air Force couple competed April 21 in the 118th edition of the race, joining nearly 36,000 other participants who ran despite last year's tragedy."We... MORE

Air Force 2nd Lts. David and Meredith Hein pick up their running bibs April 20 in preparation for the next day's Boston Marathon. (Courtesy photo)

HeartLink helps spouses adjust to military lifestyle
April 30, 2014 — With the likelihood of frequent moves, long separations and inconsistent employment while also managing a family and household, military spouses are faced with constant challenges. To make life a... MORE

First JBSA CBRN Challenge administered at Camp Talon
April 30, 2014 — More than 30 Airmen from Joint Base San Antonio-Randolph and JBSA-Lackland demonstrated their specialized war and homeland readiness skills as bioenvironmental engineers and emergency management... MORE

Senior Airman Trevaughn Sheppard, 559th Aerospace Medicine Squadron, uses a HAZMAT ID for qualitative material analysis, and a MultiRae, multi-gas monitor for confined space applications, to perform a biological test during the Joint Base San Antonio-Randolph CBRN Challenge April 23. (U.S. Air Force photo by Joel Martinez)

149th Fighter Wing put to the test at Coronet Cactus
April 29, 2014 — Coronet Cactus at Davis Monthan Air Force Base, Ariz., is a seven-day event designed to train members of the Texas Air National Guard 149th Fighter Wing, 182nd Fighter Squadron from the Kelly Field... MORE

First Lt. Jayme Liggett, 182nd Fighter Squadron, conducts a pre-flight check in an F-16C Fighting Falcon prior to a combat training sortie at Davis-Monthan Air Force Base, Ariz., April 8, 2014. Coronet Cactus exercise provides realistic deployment experience for F-16 student pilots. (U.S. Air Force photo/ Staff Sgt. Jonathan Snyder)

Flex etiquette muscles toward fellow gym patrons
April 29, 2014 — When at the gym, do you have to wait awhile to use equipment? Does it annoy you when people are conversing and not working out?Employees from the fitness centers here have the same concerns that you... MORE

Baseball team building camaraderie even in defeat
April 28, 2014 — The weather is brisk April 19 at Mission Academy Fields and chants of encouragement can be heard from Joint Base San Antonio-Lackland Warhawks baseball players as they cheer on their teammates during... MORE

It did just happen: 322nd TRS instructor selected MTI of the Year
April 28, 2014 — "That did not just happen."It's a phrase hundreds of trainees in the 322nd Training Squadron have heard Staff Sgt. Eddie Glover say while leading flights as a military training instructor.In fact, one... MORE

Staff Sgt. Eddie Glover, insures that a flight of basic trainees are properly aligned in formation at the 322nd Training Squadron April 17, at Joint Base San Antonio-Lackland. Staff Sgt. Glover was named the 2014 Military Training Instructor of the Year. (U.S. Air Force photo by Benjamin Faske) (released)

Fiesta 2014 All Veterans Memorial Service
April 28, 2014 — MORE

Air Force Gen. Robin Rand, Air Education Training and Command commander, speaks at the Fiesta 2014 All Veterans Memorial Service in Veterans Square, San Antonio. Since its origin in 1891, Fiesta has honored the heroes of the Alamo and the Battle of San Jacinto. The Alamo Chapter 366 Vietnam Veterans of America’s memorial service, attended by veterans, and their spouses and survivors, veterans groups, and the general public, tributes the dedication and sacrifice of past and present U.S. military members. (U.S. Air Force photo by Johnny Saldivar)

JBSA outdoor recreation centers modify pricing
April 25, 2014 — Rental fees at all Joint Base San Antonio outdoor recreation centers were modified April 1, so patrons no longer have to shop around for the best deal.While each center has its own price guide because... MORE

Master Sgt. Cindy Vidrine (left) purchases tickets April 17 from Jennifer Myers, Community
Services Mall employee, at Joint Base San Antonio-Randolph. (U.S. Air Force photo by Joel Martinez)

Prior Service program open but strictly limited
April 25, 2014 — A very limited number of specialized careers are open in the Air Force Prior Service Program. The prior service program is an enlistment option which allows a select number of people who separated... MORE

Medical Education and Training Campus students observe Sexual Assault Awareness Month with various activities
April 25, 2014 — More than 300 Army, Navy, and Air Force Medical Education and Training Campus students observed Sexual Assault Awareness Month at the Student Activity Center April 4. Activities included a "Wet Paint"... MORE

Security Forces explains rules for access to main part of Joint Base San Antonio-Fort Sam Houston
April 25, 2014 — In accordance with the Joint Base San Antonio-Fort Sam Houston phase implementation plan for access control, the 502d Security Forces Squadron has outlined the access procedures for guests looking to... MORE

Army North conducts critical emergency preparedness training with Air Force Reservists
April 25, 2014 — 433rd Airlift Wing Public Affairs Joint Base San Antonio-LacklandDespite the cold winds, rain and fog, a training exercise between the 74th Aerial Port Squadron and Army North's Task Force-51 from... MORE

A convoy from Joint Base San Antonio-Ft. Sam Houston’s Army North’s Task Force-51 drives onto a C-5A Galaxy on April 6, 2014. The exercise provided Air Force Reservists and active duty Soldiers an opportunity to load and offload Task Force-51’s vehicles onto a C-5A Galaxy. (U.S. Air Force photo by Tech Sgt. Carlos J. Trevino)

April 23 - Pulse on AF force management
April 24, 2014 — This week's update features the latest voluntary and involuntary matrices, officer reduction in force boards, and voluntary separation pay and temporary early retirement authority information in a... MORE

Shirley takes command of 361 ISRG
April 24, 2014 — The latest chapter in the legacy of the 361st Intelligence, Surveillance and Reconnaissance Group began April 10 when Lt. Col. John Shirley assumed command of the organization from Col. Michael... MORE

Intel officer development team convenes in May
April 24, 2014 — 4/23/2014 - Joint Base San Antonio-Randolph, Texas -- The intelligence officer career field summer development team will convene May 29-June 6 to consider eligible officers for calendar year 2015... MORE

San Antonio Fiesta Pilgrimage to the Alamo
April 22, 2014 — MORE

The Joint Base San Antonio community celebrated the annual San Antonio Fiesta Pilgrimage to the Alamo event April 21. The pilgrimage is a processional and memorial tribute to the Alamo heroes and the heritage of Texas. (U.S. Air Force photo by Joel Martinez)