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Enlisted evaluation, promotion systems to use new EPR forms, forced distribution, stratification restrictions
June 19, 2015 — With static closeout dates for each rank in place, the Air Force announced it will update the enlisted performance report forms and utilize new forced distribution and senior rater stratification... MORE

Swimming safety depends on skill level, adult supervision
June 19, 2015 — 6/17/2015 - JOINT BASE SAN ANTONIO-RANDOLPH,Texas -- Copious rainfall this spring has swelled area lakes and rivers,providing ideal conditions for a variety of water sports as the calendar turnsover... MORE

Baylie Kraft, 502nd Force Support Squadron lifeguard, warms up before her shift June 12 at the JBSA-Randolph Parr Club Pool. (U.S Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Stormy Archer)

Mental Health teams foster resilience in AF communities
June 17, 2015 — Fostering resilience in Air Force members, civilians and contractors exposed to potentially traumatic events is the mission of special teams found on installations around the globe.Composed of mental... MORE

Swimming safety depends on skill level, adult supervision
June 17, 2015 — Copious rainfall this spring has swelled area lakes and rivers, providing ideal conditions for a variety of water sports as the calendar turns over to summer.Swimming is one of those popular... MORE

25th AF claim JBSA-wide Intramural Volleyball Title
June 16, 2015 — The 25th Air Force won the JBSA Intramural Volleyball Championship June 2 at the JBSA-Randolph Rambler Fitness Center. The team defeated Brooke Army Medical Center Company D in straight sets 25-17,... MORE

DISA parlays fun into early success
June 16, 2015 — The Defense Information Systems Agency intramural softball team enjoyed its first season in the JBSA-Lackland Intramural Softball League last year, despite a 1-9 finish.DISA coach Terry Armstrong,... MORE

Behind the scene of a great partnership
June 16, 2015 — Some of the most memorable characters and people of our time had a partner who assisted them carryout their mission.Batman and Robin, Michael Jordan and Scottie Pippin, and Vince Vaughn and Owen... MORE

Don’t get hooked by phishers
June 16, 2015 — Fast cash promises on popular social media sites like Facebook, Instagram and Twitter are causing major problems for service members.Phishing scams have continued to evolve in an attempt to keep up... MORE

Joint Staff article discusses military/civilian transition
June 16, 2015 — Service members have the discipline, maturity and knowledge that employers clamor for, but that doesn't mean transitioning to the civilian workforce is easy or doesn't require work, said Army Col... MORE

Handwashing: Clean Hands Save Lives
June 16, 2015 — Keeping hands clean through improved hand hygiene is one of the most important steps we can take to avoid getting sick and spreading germs to others.Many diseases and conditions are spread by not... MORE

433rd AW firefighters participate in live aircraft fi re training
June 16, 2015 — The 433rd Airlift Wing Civil Engineering Squadron Fire Protection Flight participated in a live aircraft fi re training exercise June 12 at the Aircraft Fire Training Facility here.The purpose of the... MORE

JBSA implements 'Stage Normal' water restrictions
June 16, 2015 — The 10-day average of the Bexar County index well J-17 rose above 660 feet mean sea level as of June 11. This is the trigger level the Joint Base San Antonio Civil Engineer uses to declare "Stage... MORE

Air Force welcomes new surgeon general
June 16, 2015 — Lt. Gen. (Dr.) Mark A. Ediger was promoted by Air Force Vice Chief of Staff Gen. Larry O. Spencer, as the 22nd Air Force surgeon general, in a ceremony June 8, at the Defense Health Headquarters in... MORE

JBSA community, 99th FTS celebrate Tuskegee Airmen heritage, legacy
June 15, 2015 — Members of the 99th Flying Training Squadron and Joint Base San Antonio community had the opportunity to meet and greet five barrier-breaking documented original Tuskegee Airmen through multiple... MORE

Members of the JBSA-Randolph community listen to Mr. Thomas M. Ellis, documented original Tuskegee Airmen, speak about his time serving with the Tuskegee Airmen during the Tuskegee Airmen Tribute, June 12, 2015, at Joint Base San Antonio-Randolph’s Parr Club. Members of the JBSA-Randolph community celebrated the legacy of the first all-black unit by paying tribute to seven of the documented original Tuskegee Airmen members. The Tuskegee Airmen distinguished themselves during World War II with more than 15,500 sorties and 1,500 missions in Europe and North Africa and earned numerous combat awards. The event featured musical entertainment, comments by 12th Flying Training Wing leaders, an introduction of four Tuskegee Airmen present and a presentation of gifts to them. Members of the audience had an opportunity to mingle with the Tuskegee Airmen and listen to their stories. (U.S. Air Force photo by Johnny Saldivar/released)

Airmen benefit from Wingman Day
June 12, 2015 — MORE

Ralph Jimenez (left) and Ronny Garcia, Tampa Fire Department training coordinators, present their “Street Smart” help demonstration highlighting the dangers of driving intoxicated and not wear a seat belt with the help of Staff Sgt. Homero Carrillo, 902nd Security Forces Squadron, during a Wingman Day presentation May 29 at Joint Base San Antonio-Randolph. Wingman Day provides a foundation to build and sustain a culture of comprehensive fit Airman and civilian employees, strengthen resiliency and promotes safety on and off duty. (U.S. Air Force photo by Harold China)

New program prepares Airmen, families to bounce back after deployments
June 12, 2015 — Air Force services recently added a new tool to encourage service members and their families who are affected by deployments to participate in morale, welfare and recreation programs and activities... MORE

AF seeks scholarship, fellowship applicants for 2016 programs
June 12, 2015 — Active duty Airmen interested in unique developmental opportunities may be eligible for the Olmsted Scholar, White House Fellows and Mansfield Fellowship Exchange programs.The programs offer unique... MORE

Army South welcomes new commanding general
June 11, 2015 — Maj. Gen. K.K. Chinn assumed command of U.S. Army South from Maj. Gen. Joseph P. DiSalvo during a change of command ceremony June 4 in front of Army South headquarters on Joint Base San Antonio-Fort... MORE

Soldiers stand in formation during the U.S. Army South change of command ceremony held
in front of Army South headquarters on Joint Base San Antonio-Fort Sam Houston June 4.
Photo by Sgt. Mahlet Tesfaye

More than a full stomach: nutrition and the field ration
June 11, 2015 — Military field rations are a never-failing source of conversation and complaint. The field ration has to balance nutrition and portability, both of which have changed.The Continental Congress, which... MORE

Photo by Michael Stepien
A Soldier checks to see what he has available in this Meal, Ready-to-Eat. MREs were created in 1961 and were adopted in 1975, coming into service in 1981.
Photo by Michael Stepien

JBSA-Randolph teams fall in semifinals of volleyball tournament
June 10, 2015 — Two teams from Joint Base San Antonio-Randolph advanced to the semifinal round of the JBSA Intramural Volleyball Championship Tournament June 2 at JBSA-Randolph's Rambler Fitness Center.The Air Force... MORE

Members of the Air Education and Training Command headquarters volleyball team prepare to return a ball after a strike from the opposite team June 3 during the Joint Base San Antonio intramural volleyball championships at the JBSA-Randolph Rambler Fitness Center. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Alexandria Slade)