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Course teaches JBSA members how to search, write resume for federal jobs
November 10, 2016 — Effective techniques for searching online and writing a resume for a federal job will be taught in the USAJOBS Navigation and Federal Resume Writing course from 8:30-11 a.m. Nov. 30 at the Joint Base... MORE

Effective techniques for searching online and writing a resume for a federal job will be taught in the USAJOBS Navigation and Federal Resume Writing course from 8:30-11 a.m. Nov. 30 at the Joint Base San Antonio-Randolph Military & Family Readiness Center, building 693.

Alamo Wing Airmen train for chemical attack
November 10, 2016 — Airmen assigned to the 433rd Airlift Wing participated in Steel Thunder, a chemical, biological, radiological, nuclear and high-yield explosives exercise, Nov. 5 during the wing’s unit training... MORE

Members of the 433rd Airlift Wing check the status of a downed Airmen who had been exposed to a chemical agent during the Steel Thunder exercise Nov. 5, 2016 at Joint Base San Antonio-Lackland. Members were required to assess the situation and provide the appropriate self-aid and buddy care while remaining in full Mission Oriented Protective Posture gear during the exercise. (U.S. Air Force photo/Senior Airman Bryan Swink)

Army South hosts two-week Colombian army visit
November 10, 2016 — Army South hosts two-week Colombian army visit... MORE

Suboficial Jefe Técnico de Comando (Command Chief Technical Petty Officer) Andres Pacheco, Colombian Navy, speaks to paticipants during a Colombian Army Sergeants Major and Joint Sergeants Major Academy visit to U.S. Army South headquarters at Joint Base San Antonio-Fort Sam Houston Oct. 24.

Joint Base San Antonio-Fort Sam Houston Entry Control Point Holiday Hours
November 10, 2016 — Joint Base San Antonio-Fort Sam Houston Entry Control Point Holiday Hours... MORE

Mission Thanksgiving, Operation Homecooking programs give Soldiers, Airmen a break
November 10, 2016 — San Antonio area families can express their warmth and hospitality to Soldiers at JBSA-Fort Sam Houston and Airmen and trainees at Joint Base San Antonio-Lackland and by allowing them an opportunity to enjoy a holiday meal and family atmosphere through the Mission Thanksgiving and Operation Home Cooking programs, respectively... MORE

Soldiers participate in ‘spiritual PT’
November 9, 2016 — The 5th Recruiting Brigade’s Unit Ministry Team at Joint Base San Antonio-Fort Sam Houston hosted “spiritual physical training” during the early hours of Oct. 28... MORE

Staff Sgt. Tiffany Rodriguez, (right) Warrior Transition Battalion, speaks about the accident that put her in the battalion and how she views duty as her favorite Army value at Joint Base San Antonio-Fort Sam Houston Oct. 28.

Navy recruiters pique interests of students during STEM Expo
November 9, 2016 — In a continuing effort to spread Navy awareness of science, technology, engineering, and mathematics, or STEM, opportunities throughout South Texas, recruiters of Navy Recruiting District San Antonio participated in the city’s annual Hispanic Chamber of Commerce’s CORE4 STEM Expo at the Freeman Expo Hall Nov. 1-2... MORE

502nd CES raises recycling awareness
November 9, 2016 — Members of the 502nd Civil Engineer Squadron are setting out to raise awareness about the Joint Base San Antonio recycling program during America Recycles day Nov. 14.America Recycles Day educates... MORE

John Perez and Russ LePage, 502nd Civil Engineer Squadron motor vehicle operators, shred paper Nov. 2, 2016, at the Joint Base San Antonio-Lackland Recycling Center. Recycling one ton of paper saves 682.5 gallons of oil, 7000 gallons of water, between 17 and 31 trees, 3.3 cubic yards of landfill space, 4000 kilowatts of energy, and 7000 gallons of water.

Army South team assists families displaced by Hurricane Matthew
November 8, 2016 — Hurricane Matthew, a Category 4 hurricane, made landfall on the island of Cuba Oct. 4. For safety reasons, more than 700 U.S. personnel were evacuated from Naval Station Guantanamo Bay to Naval Air Station Pensacola, Fla., nearly 1,100 miles away. ... MORE

Naval Station Guantanamo Bay, or NSGB, Cuba, families check in at the air terminal Oct. 11 during their return after having been evacuated to Naval Air Station Pensacola, Fla., due to Hurricane Matthew.

Army South conducts bilateral staff talks in Chile
November 8, 2016 — Leaders from U.S. Army South began bilateral staff talks with Chilean army leaders Oct. 24 in Santiago, Chile, in order to promote the professional partnership and interaction between the two armies... MORE

Maj. Gen. K.K. Chinn (left) salutes Chilean troops in formation Oct. 28 as part of U.S. and Chilean Army to Army Executive Staff Talks held in Santiago, Chile.

Armed Forces Action Plan: inspiring change one voice at a time
November 8, 2016 — The Joint Base San Antonio 2016 Armed Forces Action Plan, or AFAP, forum took place at the Joint Base San Antonio-Fort Sam Houston Installation Management Command Academy Nov. 1-3 and consisted of 48 volunteer delegates... MORE

(From left) The local senior leadership panel of Army Lt. Gen. Jeffrey S. Buchanan, U.S. Army North commanding general and Senior Army Commander of Joint Base San Antonio-Fort Sam Houston and JBSA-Camp Bullis; Navy Rear Adm. Rebecca McCormick-Boyle, commander, Navy Medicine Education and Training Command; and Air Force Brig. Gen. Heather L. Pringle, commander, 502nd Air Base Wing and Joint Base San Antonio, discuss the issues presented amongst each other Nov. 3.

From Foulois to RPA pilots, JBSA contributes to aviation history
November 8, 2016 — U.S. Air Force General Henry H. Arnold or “Hap,” is well known for being many things – a founding father of the Air Force, an aviator and a strong leader. However, a psychic is not typically one of... MORE

Aviation History Month is an annual designation observed in November.

959th MDG defends title with consecutive wins at Warrior Medic Challenge
November 8, 2016 — Warrior medics from across Joint Base San Antonio battled it out for bragging rights, and a chance to take home the commander's sword and shield during the 59th Medical Wing’s Warrior Medic Challenge Nov. 4 at the Gillum Fitness Center and sports complex... MORE

The 959th Medical Group, joined by Maj. Gen. Bart O. Iddins, 59th Medical Wing commander, pose with the commander’s sword and shield trophy at the closing ceremony of the Warrior Medic Challenge, Joint Base San Antonio-Lackland, Nov. 4, 2016. The event pits active-duty and civilian Airmen from the wing’s seven groups against each other in friendly rivalry. (U.S. Air Force photo/Staff Sgt. Kevin Iinuma)

Veterans Day tradition continues at Fort Sam Houston National Cemetery
November 7, 2016 — A long-standing tradition continues today at Fort Sam Houston National Cemetery as hundreds of visitors pay tribute to the contributions and sacrifices of our nation’s veterans.The annual Veterans Day... MORE

U.S. Air Force (Ret.) Lt. Col. Michael P. Hoffman, Fort Sam Houston National Cemetery Memorial Service Detachment volunteer, helps provide a proper military burial at FSHNC June 10, 2016. The MSD performed services for 18 funerals June 10, breaking a previous single day record of 16. The Fort Sam Houston MSD has performed more than 32,000 services since its inception in 1991.

Reimbursements, tax credits assist military families in adoption process
November 7, 2016 — National Adoption Awareness Month is observed every November to direct attention to the tens of thousands of children in the United States who await a permanent, loving family.Although adopting a... MORE

National Adoption Awareness Month is observed every November to direct attention to the tens of thousands of children in the United States who await a permanent, loving family.

JBSA-Randolph retiree director Lindgren continues to serve
November 7, 2016 — As director of the Joint Base San Antonio-Randolph Retiree Activities Office, Jon Lindgren takes great satisfaction in being part of a group of dedicated volunteers who are helping military... MORE

Chief Master Sgt. retired Jan Lindgren, Retiree Activities Office director, sits at his desk at Joint Base San Antonio-Randolph, Oct. 31. The RAO serves as an information center for space-available travel, Tricare, base services, offering referrals for financial-assistance and pay matters; and providing literature on retirement issues.

JBSA to host Great American Smokeout events
November 7, 2016 — Activities encouraging smokers to give up smoking and end their addiction to tobacco will be held throughout Joint Base San Antonio Nov. 16-18 for the Great American Smokeout, an annual event... MORE

Activities encouraging smokers to give up smoking and end their addiction to tobacco will be held throughout Joint Base San Antonio Nov. 16-18 for the Great American Smokeout, an annual event sponsored by the American Cancer Society.

History office captures today’s operations to inform tomorrow’s decisions
November 7, 2016 — Air Force leaders have faced issues such as aging aircraft, bird strikes and encroachment for decades, relying on counsel from various sources to help guide them to the right decisions regarding these... MORE

Lane Bourgeois, 12th Flying Training Wing historian looks at photographs Oct. 26, 2016 in his office on Joint Base San Antonio-Randolph. Bourgeois, who has also served as historian for the 71st FTW at Vance Air Force Base, Okla., Air Force Recruiting Service and the 31st Fighter Wing at Aviano Air Base, Italy, said he enjoys writing unit histories.

National Military Family Month: honoring our heroes on the home front
November 7, 2016 — On October 28, 2016, President Barack H. Obama signed a Presidential Proclamation declaring November to be “National Military Family Month.” Since 1993, the month of November has been an... MORE

On October 28, 2016, President Barack H. Obama signed a Presidential Proclamation declaring November to be “National Military Family Month.” Since 1993, the month of November has been an opportunity to honor the commitment, sacrifice, dedication and service of military members and their families who give so much to the service of our nation.

All hands on deck during fuel extraction exercise
November 5, 2016 — Airmen with the 433rd Maintenance Squadron conducted their annual fuel extraction exercise Nov. 1 at Joint Base San Antonio-Lackland, Texas... MORE

Tech. Sgt. David Ragsdale, 433rd Maintenance Squadron fuel systems technician, helps evacuate a manikin from the fuel tank of a C-5M Super Galaxy aircraft during a fuel extraction exercise Nov. 1, 2016 at Joint Base San Antonio-Lackland, Texas. Fireman with the 502nd Civil Engineering Squadron assisted in the extraction by safely securing the patient from the fuel tank and providing basic life support. (U.S. Air Force photo by Benjamin Faske)