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Chinese officers visit 12th FTW squadrons, AETC headquarters
May 12, 2015 — Twenty-two officers from the People's Republic of Chinajourneyed to Joint Base San Antonio-Randolph April27 for a one-day visit, touring two 12th Flying TrainingWing squadrons and attending an Air... MORE

IMCOM commander wants another BRAC round to rid Army of excess infrastructure
May 8, 2015 — Another round of base realignment and closure was called for by the Army's top installation management officer as a way to rid the service of excess infrastructure and modernize facilities.The Army... MORE

AFIMSC activates AETC detachment
May 6, 2015 — The third of 10 Air Force Installation and Mission Support Center detachments was activated in a ceremony here May 6.Maj. Gen. Theresa Carter, AFIMSC commander, presided over the ceremony as Col... MORE

Chief Master Sgt. Eric Culver, Air Force Installation and Mission Support Center Detachment 7 senior enlisted leader (from left to right); Maj. Gen. Theresa Carter, AFIMSC commander; Col. Brian Murphy, incoming AFIMSC Detachment 7 commander; and Chief Master Sgt. Jose LugoSantiago, AFIMSC command chief master sergeant, participate in the official unfurling ceremony of the AFIMSC Detachment 7 flag during the detachment activation May 6 at Joint Base San Antonio-Randolph, Texas. Detachment 7 combines and oversees functions in the security forces, civil engineer, base communications, logistics readiness, installation ministry programs, services, operational contracting and financial management fields. The mission of the detachment is to synchronize and execute installation and mission support for commanders from Air Education and Training Command. AFIMSC serves as a single intermediate-level headquarters for the delivery of installation support capabilities throughout the Air Force and reports to Air Force Materiel Command. (U.S. Air Force photo by Melissa Peterson)

Simulation center showcases latest medical technologies
May 6, 2015 — The 59th Medical Wing Simulation Center educated staff members and patients on the latest medical simulation equipment used around the Wing April 14 during an open house at the Wilford Hall Ambulatory... MORE

Attendees tour the 59th Medical Wing Simulation Center during the open house April 14 at Wilford Hall Ambulatory Surgical Center, on Joint Base San Antonio-Lackland. The dog manikin was created to enhance the training of security forces members who may have to treat a broken bone or give their miltary working dog an IV. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Michael Ellis)

Team recommends 131 changes to improve AFRS standards, culture
May 6, 2015 — Air Force Recruiting Service at Joint Base San Antonio-Randolph completed a 62-day study March 31 which took an intensive look at their organizational culture and ways to improve their policies and... MORE

JBSA-Randolph youth experience mock deployment
May 6, 2015 — MORE

Staff Sgt. Luke Kroeplin (right), 502nd Civil Engineer Squadron firefighter at Joint Base San Antonio-Randolph, speaks to Randolph Elementary School fifth-graders about fire equipment and proper procedures during Operation Families Learning About Global Support May 1 at JBSA-Randolph. During the annual event, the children are given the opportunity to experience the pre-deployment, deployment and reintegration processes that parents face when deploying. (U.S. Air Force photo by Melissa Peterson)

Military members prepare for civilian careers through seminar
May 6, 2015 — Service members who are making the transition from the military to a civilian career learned several strategies that could help them make that transition successful at a career seminar April 29 at the... MORE

Terri Coles (left), Military Officers Association of America deputy director of transitions, discusses military transition with Master Sgt. Marissa Galvin and Master Sgt. Lawrence Cantrell, 59th Dental Training Squadron NCOs, April 28 after a “Marketing Yourself for a Second Career” seminar at the Joint Base San Antonio-Randolph Fleenor Auditorium. (U.S. Air Force photo by Harold China)

Project underway to transform star in JBSA-Randolph's Washington Circle
May 6, 2015 — One of Joint Base San Antonio-Randolph's landmarks is undergoing a transformation.The star on the traffic island in Washington Circle - one of the earliest features of the Army Air Corps' Randolph... MORE

Members of the 502nd Civil Engineer Squadron from Joint Base San Antonio-Fort Sam Houston operate front end loaders to level the surface on the JBSA-Randolph Washington Circle star March 25. Previously shaped from yaupon holly shrubbery, the star will soon become a distinctive hardscape to reduce maintenance needs and increase water conservation. (U.S. Air Force photo by Joel Martinez/Released)

JBSA members share sexual assault experiences to help fellow survivors
May 6, 2015 — Military members who have survived a sexual assault have to deal with emotional and physical scars and feelings of shame and powerlessness that come after the assault.Dealing with the repercussions of... MORE

Left to right: Capt. Jacqueline Just, chief admissions and dispositions at JBSA-Fort Sam Houston; Chief Master Sgt. Katie McCool, 323rd Training Squadron superintendent at JBSA-Lackland; Master Sgt. Nicole Hicks, Air Force Personnel Center mission support assignments NCO in charge at JBSA-Randolph, are working with staff members from the JBSA Sexual Assault and Prevention Response Program and using their voices to advocate and help members throughout JBSA. The three were provided a survivors’ flight in a T-1 Jayhawk May 1 by the 12th Flying Training Wing at JBSA-Randolph. (U.S. Air Force photo by Johnny Saldivar)

JBSA-Lackland Tuskegee Airmen exhibit open to the public
May 5, 2015 — The Tuskegee Airmen exhibit officially opened up to the public Monday during a ribbon-cutting ceremony at the Joint Base San Antonio- Lackland Airman Heritage Museum.During the event, which was... MORE

Documented Original Tuskegee Airmen from left Eugene Derricotte, Thomas M. Ellis, Granville C. Coggs, James L. Bynum and Gen. Robin Rand, commander of Air Education and Training Command, cut the ribbon May 4, 2015, at Joint Base San Antonio-Lackland’s U.S. Air Force Airman Heritage Museum & Enlisted Character Development Center. The unveiling ceremony honors the enlisted Tuskegee Airmen, a group of African-American military ground support Airmen who were part of the 332nd Fighter Group and the 477th Bombardment Group during World War II. The exhibit, a three-dimensional recreation of a World War II combat operations room displaying an enlisted aircraft line mechanic, enlisted administrator and a Tuskegee fighter pilot, depicts the hard work, sacrifice and determination the Tuskegee Airmen put forth as members of the Army Air Corps to help America win World War II. (U.S. Air Force photo by Johnny Saldivar/released)

Joint Base San Antonio members tour JBSA-Randolph during half marathon
April 29, 2015 — MORE

Joint Base San Antonio members run down Harmon Drive April 26 during the start of the JBSA Half Marathon at JBSA-Randolph. In its second year, the race not only provided an opportunity for members from all JBSA locations to tour the scenic route and rich history of JBSA-Randolph, but to experience camaraderie and teamwork between runners and volunteers alike throughout the event. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Alexandria Slade)

JBSA safety office warns drivers: Always Expect a Train
April 29, 2015 — MORE

The wreckage of a semi-truck was on display April 27-29 for all motorists entering Joint Base San Antonio-Randolph as part of a JBSA-wide demonstration to promote safety among motorists when crossing railroad tracks. The display is a partnership between the 502nd Air Base Wing, Union Pacific Railroad and Ainsworth Trucking, owner of the semi-truck. The display will be at JBSA-Fort Sam Houston April 30 to May 3 and at JBSA-Lackland May 17-23. The accident involving the Union Pacific train and the Ainsworth Trucking semi-truck occurred May 11, 2012, when the semi failed to properly stop at a highway-rail grade crossing south of Encinal, Texas. (U.S. Air Force photo by Joel Martinez)

Air Force Ground Safety focuses on prevention of falls from heights
April 29, 2015 — Death from falls remains the leading cause of death in construction, affecting more than 3,500 workers over the last 10 years, according to the Occupational Safety and Health Administration.It's a... MORE

JBSA-Randolph honors volunteers for 'spirit of service'
April 29, 2015 — Joint Base San Antonio-Randolph paid tribute to its volunteers for their "spirit of service" during the Volunteer Appreciation Awards Ceremony April 22 in Fleenor Auditorium.Col. Michael Gimbrone,... MORE

Week-long observance celebrates contributions of nurses, technicians
April 29, 2015 — A former Army nurse who served in the Battle of Normandy during World War II will present the keynote speech at a dinner at 7:30 p.m. May 8 in the Parr Club as the 359th Medical Group observes... MORE

Saturday hours added at JBSA-Randolph base exchange pharmacy
April 23, 2015 — MORE

Deanna Moore, Joint Base San Antonio-Randolph pharmacy technician, fills prescriptions April 20 in the base exchange pharmacy. The Joint Base San Antonio-Randolph Exchange pharmacy is open from 8 a.m. to noon every Saturday for refill pickup and previously dropped off civilian paper prescriptions. No new prescriptions will be processed on Saturdays. For more information, call 652-4127. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Alexandria Slade)

JBSA-Randolph members unite to conserve energy
April 23, 2015 — MORE

David Bernacki, 12th Operations Support Squadron Introduction to Fighter Fundamentals weapons system civilian simulator instructor lead, facilitates an Air Force Smart Operations for the 21st Century Continuous Process Improvement event April 20 to help find ways to reduce exterior lighting usage on Joint Base San Antonio-Randolph. AFSO21 principles and tools enable Air Force civilian and military personnel to change the day-to-day operating style to integrate continuous improvement into the full spectrum of Air Force operations. (U.S. Air Force photo by Johnny Saldivar)

Airmen take advantage of cooking class series
April 23, 2015 — MORE

(Editor's note: For security reasons, the last names of remotely piloted aircraft operators have been withheld.)
Left to right: Airman John and Airman Dylan, 558th Flying Training Squadron Basic Sensor Operator Course students, follow instructions on how to prepare ingredients for a panini sandwich from Dianna Ackerley, military spouse and volunteer culinary instructor, during a "Dorm to Gourm" cooking class April 16 at the Joint Base San Antonio-Randolph Human Performance Resource Center. The class is one of a series to provide Airmen with culinary skills to potentially cook their own meals while the JBSA-Randolph Rendezvous Dining Facility is closed for renovation for about six months starting June 1. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Alexandria Slade)

Phone call inspires library aide to begin tutoring program
April 23, 2015 — Eleanor Umphres was attending to her duties as an aide at the Joint Base San Antonio-Randolph Library last year when she answered a phone call that inspired her to launch a program that would inspire... MORE

Elisabeth Gonzales (left), daughter of Chief Master Sgt. Terry Best-Rennahan, receives chemistry tutoring from Capt. Christopher Umphres, 435th Fighter Training Squadron instructor pilot, April 14 at the Joint Base San Antonio-Randolph library. Tutoring is offered 6-7 p.m. each Tuesday and Thursday at the library. For more information, call 652-5578 or 652-2617. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Alexandria Slade)

Local JBSA Airmen earn AETC productivity award
April 23, 2015 — Four Airmen from the 359th Aerospace Medicine Squadron were recently awarded the Air Education and Training Command Productivity Excellence Award for initiatives which saved the Air Force $2.5... MORE