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DAR's contributions to JBSA-Randolph span base's history
November 12, 2014 — An awards ceremony that honored four of the 12th Flying Training Wing's finest instructor pilots last week continued a tradition at Joint Base San Antonio-Randolph that started nearly 60 years... MORE

Susan Tillman, Texas Society Daughters of the American Revolution recording secretary, speaks to attendees of the annual DAR award ceremony honoring four of the 12th Flying Training Wing’s best instructor pilots Nov. 5 at Joint Base San Antonio-Randolph. DAR has contributed to JBSA-Randolph heritage and community since 1932 through various contributions such as the trees that line Harmon Drive. (U.S. Air Force photo by Johnny Saldivar)

Chief of Naval Personnel speaks with Sailors at All Hands Call
November 7, 2014 — Chief of Naval Personnel, Vice Adm. Bill Moran, spoke with junior and senior Sailors from across Joint Base San Antonio at an All Hands Call at JBSA-Lackland Nov. 7.Moran began his tour of JBSA Nov. 6... MORE

Chief of Naval Personnel, Vice Adm. Bill Moran, tells Sailors to be open and speak with their leadership at an All Hands Call Nov. 7 at Joint Base San Antonio-Lackland. Sailors from across JBSA had the opportunity to ask questions directly to the CNP. Some topics included uniform requirements, shorter deployments, pay and benefits, the loan repayment program, transitioning to a civilian career, and the growing naval force. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman Justine Rho/released).

AF Reservist preps to “rock ‘n’ roll” in honor of nephew
November 7, 2014 — It's 9:45 a.m. on Nov. 6, and it's leg day at the Gateway Fitness Center for Tech Sgt. Rebeca Mendoza. The 433rd Medical Squadron education and training manager gasps for breath after each workout,... MORE

Tech Sgt. Rebeca Mendoza, 433rd Medical Squadron education and training manager, runs around the Gateway Fitness Center Nov. 6. Mendoza is training to compete in the San Antonio Rock ‘n’ Roll Half-Marathon Dec. 7 (photo by Staff Sgt. Marissa Garner).

AETC helps Air Force post record year in safety
November 7, 2014 — Air Force-wide Air Education and Training Command had its lowest ground mishap fatality rate in 10 years and safest aviation year ever in fiscal year 2014.AETC did its part to contribute to those... MORE

Ebola medical support team trains at SAMMC
November 7, 2014 — When Air Force Capt. Stacey Morgan's commander sent her a text message saying that she needed to immediately call him, her first thought was, "Uh-oh. What did I do?"But after a minute or two of... MORE

Air Force Capt. Stacey Morgan dons protective gloves during infection prevention and control training at the San Antonio Military Medical Center. Morgan is part of a 30-member Ebola medical support team, which will assist civilian medical in case of domestic emergency. (U.S. Air Force photo/Master Sgt. Jeffrey Allen)

Nominations open for 2015 Fisher humanitarian award
November 7, 2014 — Air Force officials are accepting nominees for the 2015 Zachary and Elizabeth Fisher Distinguished Civilian Humanitarian Award.Established in 1996 by the secretaries of the Army, Navy and Air Force,... MORE

Virtual process expedites DD214 delivery
November 5, 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

Dominoes tournament becomes October tradition
November 5, 2014 — An annual event started by a Joint Base San Antonio-Randolph civilian employee hasn't been around as long as Major League Baseball's World Series or the Red River Rivalry between the University of... MORE

Attendees of the 14th annual Rafael Rodriguez Dominos Tournament begin to play elimination rounds that will eventually decide the victor Oct. 25 at the Joint Base San Antonio-Randolph community center. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Alexandria Slade)

Budgeting plays important role in meeting holiday season's demands
November 5, 2014 — With the holiday season just weeks away, many people have already started loading up on gifts for everyone on their shopping lists and will soon be choosing that special Christmas tree for their... MORE

Military spouses carve out friendship, support
November 5, 2014 — Deployment and extended time away from loved ones is a common part of military service that can be difficult, not only for the service member, but also for the spouse and family members that face the... MORE

Keyava Hyde and her daughter, Ciara, carve a pumpkin during the Halloween-themed “Hearts Apart” event Oct. 27 at Joint Base San Antonio-Randolph’s Eberle Park. The Hearts Apart program offered by the Military and Family Readiness Centers supports spouses and children experiencing separation due to deployment, remote assignment or extended TDY. The program provides families with social activities that allow them to come together, build friendships and ease the strain of separation from their loved ones. (U.S. Air Force photo by Johnny Saldivar)

Band of the West to give tribute to veterans at Majestic Theater
October 31, 2014 — The Air Force Band of the West Concert Band is scheduled to perform a Veteran's Day concert at 7 p.m. Nov. 11 at the Majestic Theater in San Antonio.This concert will feature the music by John Philip... MORE

Fall provides perfect weather for hiking at JBSA facility
October 31, 2014 — With cooler autumn weather arriving, conditions are ideal for one of the country's most popular outdoor activities.Hiking attracts millions of people in the United States yearly, and park land... MORE

When responding to survey, check to ensure it's official
October 31, 2014 — Airmen around the world are asked to respond to many surveys, some of which are official and legitimate. Others, however, are not official and Airmen should not respond to them.According to Renee... MORE

METC AF Dental Assistant program staffers win prestigious ADAA Awards
October 31, 2014 — Two staff members for the Air Force Dental Assistant program at the Medical Education and Training Campus were recently recognized by The American Dental Assistants Association during its 90th Annual... MORE

DOD's largest Navy-led study endorsed by Army's top doctor
October 31, 2014 — The Department of Defense's largest longitudinal study in military history received an endorsement from the Army's surgeon general recently, emphasizing the importance of the Navy-led study across the... MORE

ARNORTH helps train local medical response team for possible Ebola cases
October 31, 2014 — Department of Defense leaders are ensuring the 30 members of a medical support team at Joint Base San Antonio-Fort Sam Houston that may be called upon to respond to new cases of Ebola in the U.S., are... MORE

New commander takes reins at 19th Air Force
October 30, 2014 — Maj. Gen. Michael Keltz assumed command of 19th Air Force in a ceremony Friday at Joint Base San Antonio-Randolph.Air Education and Training Command officially activated the numbered Air Force Oct. 1,... MORE

Maj. Gen. Michael Keltz, who assumed command of the 19th Air Force Oct. 24, addresses the audience at Joint Base San Antonio-Randolph. Keltz previously served as director of the Intelligence, Operations and Nuclear Integration Division at Air Education and Training Command. (U.S. Air Force photo by Joel Martinez)

12th FTW, leaders learn about mission support
October 30, 2014 — Col. Matthew Isler, 12th Flying Training Wing commander, and members from the 12th FTW took part in an immersion tour hosted by Col. Michael Gimbrone, 502nd Security Forces and Logistics Support Group... MORE

Col. Matthew Isler (right), 12th Flying Training Wing commander, and Robert West (second from left), 12th FTW director of maintenance, speak to Airman 1st Class Victoria Conte and Staff Sgt. Samuel Beavers, 902nd Security Forces Squadron Base Defense Operations Center controllers, Oct. 20 at the Joint Base San Antonio-Randolph BDOC. Members of the 12th FTW took part in a 502nd Security Forces Logistics Support Group immersion tour to gain a better understanding of the mission and capabilities of the 502nd SFLSG. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Stormy Archer)

Armed forces' best golfers coming to JBSA-Randolph
October 29, 2014 — Seventy-two of the armed services' best golfers will converge on Joint Base San Antonio-Randolph's Randolph Oaks Golf Course this weekend for a history-making event.For the first time, the Armed... MORE

Halloween: A time to have fun, a time to be safe
October 29, 2014 — One of the most enjoyable times of the year is Halloween - when children of all ages assume fanciful identities and attend parties or invade their neighborhoods looking for tasty treats.It's also a... MORE