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AMEDD Center and School hosts 2014 Army Best Medic Competition
November 25, 2014 — Sixty-six Soldiers from across the Army competed in a grueling, continuous 72-hour two-Soldier team competition that tested competitors physical and cognitive abilities at Joint Base San Antonio-Camp... MORE

Speeding problem prompts extra patrol near school bus stop
November 25, 2014 — The 902nd Security Forces Squadron at Joint Base San Antonio-Randolph is stepping up its patrol effort south of the Taj Mahal on Northwest Drive and Main Circle because of a speeding problem that... MORE

John Collins, Randolph Elementary School teacher’s aide, holds a stop sign to allow parents and their children to safely cross the street Nov. 17 at Joint Base San Antonio, Texas. The 902nd Security Forces Squadron is stepping up its patrols because of speeding problems that pose safety risks to children boarding school buses. Be alert. Children are unpredictable. Children walking to or from school are usually very comfortable with their surroundings. This makes them more likely to take risks, ignore hazards or fail to look both ways when crossing the street. Drivers are urged to always watch for children crossing traffic lanes, observe school zone speed limits, instructions of crossing guards and use caution when traveling through school zones or near routes used by children.

Doolittle's co-pilot retells story of daring raid at JBSA-Randolph
November 24, 2014 — A retired Air Force lieutenant colonel who served as co-pilot alongside acclaimed aviator James "Jimmy" Doolittle during the daring April 18, 1942, raid on Tokyo relived those tense hours Nov. 14 in... MORE

Lt. Col. Robert Bryant III (right), 559th Flying Training Squadron commander, greets retired Lt. Col. Richard Cole (center), former Doolittle Raider, Nov. 14 at Joint Base San Antonio-Randolph. At left is Lt. Col. Jeremy Seals, 559th FTS director of operations. For the complete story of Cole's visit, see page 6.
(U.S. Air Force photo by Johnny Saldivar )

CAC/ID to be issued by appointment only Dec. 1
November 24, 2014 — Starting Dec. 1, all 502nd Air Base Wing Military Personnel Section Common Access Card and military identification issuance facilities will operate on a customer appointment system basis only.This... MORE

39 JBSA Senior MSgts. selected for top enlisted rank
November 20, 2014 — Of the 2,525 senior master sergeants eligible for promotion to chief, 479 were selected for an 18.97 percent selection rate, Air Force Personnel Center officials announced Nov. 20.Across Joint Base... MORE

Native American legacy of honor, dedication
November 20, 2014 — During November, the nation pays homage to the contributions of Native Americans throughout history.On Aug. 3, 1990, President George H. W. Bush approved a joint resolution designating November as... MORE

Edward Blauvelt, Joint Base San Antonio-Randolph Native American Indian Heritage Month Committee chairman, shares stories with children attending the Part Day Enrichment Program offered by the Child Development Program Nov. 14, 2014 at Joint Base San Antonio-Randolph’s Youth Center. The storytelling session at the youth center allowed him to communicate information on Native American Indian culture and pass on their stories. Throughout November, the nation will celebrate National Native American Indian Heritage Month. The month is set aside to recognize the significant contributions Native American Indians have made to the establishment and growth of the United States in the past and are still doing today. (U.S. Air Force photo by Johnny Saldivar)

First sergeant nominations sought for AF-wide award
November 20, 2014 — Air Force officials are soliciting nominations for the 2015 First Sergeant of the Year award.The award recognizes the important contributions and leadership qualities exhibited by Air Force members in... MORE

Army Public Health Command expands veterinary services
November 19, 2014 — Services at Joint Base San Antonio veterinary treatment facilities are being expanded to provide more comprehensive care for beneficiaries' pets.U.S. Army Public Health Command, which governs... MORE

Two puppies receive their vaccinations and an exam Tuesday at the Joint Base San Antonio-Randolph veterinarian clinic. These required vaccinations are given every three to four weeks until puppies are 16 weeks of age. (U.S. Air Force photo by Melissa Peterson)

Holiday mailing deadlines approaching for overseas packages
November 19, 2014 — The United States Postal Service is expecting a double-digit increase in package volume this holiday season, so it's advisable to mail those cards and packages as early as possible.Priority and... MORE

Thanksgiving safety paramount for happy holiday
November 19, 2014 — Smoke fills the air as everyone scrambles outside and a once aromatic Thanksgiving meal turns the kitchen and eventually the rest of a family home into an inferno. A turkey bought at the last minute... MORE

Joint Base San Antonio-Randolph single enlisted Airmen mingle and enjoy a hot Thanksgiving meal provided by the JBSA-Randolph Top 3 Nov. 13 at the JBSA-Randolph Chapel Center. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Alexandria Slade)

Training program continues to produce RPA crews at JBSA-Randolph
November 19, 2014 — (Editor's note: For security reasons, only first names are used in this article.)Five years after the first class of enlisted Airmen graduated from the 558th Flying Training Squadron's Basic Sensor... MORE

Front to back: Staff Sgt. Jesus, 558th Flying Training Squadron sensor operator instructor, and 2nd Lt. James, 558th FTS Remotely Piloted Aircraft pilot trainee, are instructed by Capt. Gary, 558th FTS instructor pilot on weapons employment procedures. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Alexandria Slade/Photo illustration by Maggie Armstrong)

Virtual process expedites DD214 delivery
November 14, 2014 — Retiring and separating military Airmen will get their Department of Defense Form 214,"Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty," sooner now that DD214s are delivered electronically, Air... MORE

Air Force radio special features TV’s 'Nashville' cast
November 14, 2014 — Millions of TV viewers know them as Deacon Claybourne, Scarlett O'Connor, Avery Barkley and Layla Grant from "Nashville."On this year's "Red, White and Air Force Blue Christmas" radio special, Master... MORE

Key spouse reaches out through social media
November 14, 2014 — "There is no greater calling than helping those who serve our country."Tanya Reber, the Headquarters Air Force Recruiting Service key spouse, called this simple message her mission statement as she... MORE

Tech. Sgt. Daniel Reber, Headquarters Air Force Recruiting Service client systems technician, and his wife, Tanya Reber, Headquarters AFRS Key Spouse, use teamwork to accomplish the mission. The couple combines social media concepts and delivery to create an online information exchange for the spouses of personnel assigned to the headquarters. They also want to reach out to AFRS spouses worldwide. (U.S. Air Force photo/Tech. Sgt. Hillary Stonemetz)

Armed Forces best golfers take a swing at championship title
November 14, 2014 — Battling wet and windy weather, the top 72 golfers from the Air Force, Army, Navy and Marine Corps came together to compete in the 2014 Armed Forces Men's and Women's Golf Trials and Championship Nov... MORE

Brig. Gen Bob Labrutta, 502nd Air Base Wing and Joint Base San Antonio commander, makes opening remarks at the 2014 Armed Forces Golf Championship opening day ceremony Nov. 3. At the end of this competition, the best six men and two women were chosen to continue on to represent the U.S. at the eighth International Military Sports Council World Military Golf Championship, which began Thursday and continues until Nov. 21 in the Kingdom of Bahrain.(U.S. Air Force photo by Melissa Peterson)

Technical sergeant exceeds expectations, earns first place honors at Lackland Classic
November 14, 2014 — When Tech. Sgt. Dorothy Dingba appeared on the Bob Hope Performing Arts Center stage as a finalist for the Bikini A and Bikini Military categories at the 34th annual Lackland Bodybuilding Classic -... MORE

Tech. Sgt. Dorothy Dingba, 67th Cyberspace Wing manpower analyst, poses with the trophies she won during the 34th annual Lackland Bodybuilding Classic, Nov. 8. (U.S. Air Force photo/ Senior Airman Lynsie Nichols)

Family tradition: Siblings start AF career together
November 14, 2014 — Among the 649 Airmen who graduated basic military training Nov. 7, a set of twin brothers and their younger sister became the newest members of the Air Force in their family.Brian and Trevor Petrine,... MORE

From left to right, Frankie, Frank, Brian, Brittany, Trevor and Wendy Petrine stand together in front of the Pfingston Reception Center Nov. 7 at Joint Base San Antonio-Lackland. Brian and Trevor are twins and graduated that day from basic military training with their younger sister Brittany.
Photo by Staff Sgt. Delia Marchick.(U.S. Air Force photo/Staff Sgt. Delia Marchick)

Airman saves man from burning building
November 14, 2014 — Senior Airman Christopher Taylor recently proved an Airman is never off duty.The Airman, assigned to 802nd Security Forces Squadron at Joint Base San Antonio- Lackland, was getting ready for work on... MORE

Senior Airman Christopher Taylor, 802nd Security Forces Squadron pass and processing, stands outside the remains of the burnt building in San Antonio. Taylor saved a disabled man from a fire, Nov. 3. The man was admitted to the San Antonio Military Medical Complex where he remains for treatment due to minor burns on the left side of his body and severe smoke inhalation. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Lynsie Nichols/released).

Vigilance: keeping situational awareness during the holidays
November 12, 2014 — The Joint Base San Antonio-Randolph Anti-Terrorism Office is advising all Department of Defense members and dependents to remain vigilant against possible threats to their safety during the... MORE

Free Coffee with Commanders' debuts at 359th Medical Group
November 12, 2014 — An event that debuted last week at the Joint Base San Antonio-Randolph Medical Clinic is giving beneficiaries and staff members an opportunity to speak one-on-one with 359th Medical Group leaders in... MORE

Col. Dana James, 359th Medical Group commander, discusses patient care experience with Francis Glowacz, retired Air Force veteran, and his wife, Henrietta, Nov. 4, 2014 at Joint Base San Antonio-Randolph. The 359th MDG held a “Free Coffee with Commanders” event to offer patients and staff a free cup of coffee and an opportunity to discuss patient care experiences with medical group leaders. (U.S. Air Force photo by Johnny Saldivar)