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Breach exposes 143 million; tips for military members, families to protect against identity theft
September 22, 2017 — Equifax recently reported a data breach that exposed 143 million consumers' sensitive personal information. Here is what you need to know about the breach and how you can best protect yourself... MORE

Whether it’s identity theft, phishing attempts, or any of the other dozens of ways that criminals have gone after our soldiers and their families, criminals target these individuals due to their high propensity for moving around every few years, the likelihood of long-term active duty deployment that keeps them away from home, and the increased chances that their job will prevent them from staying on top of their bills and their identity.

JBSA volunteers aid in Hurricane Maria relief efforts
September 21, 2017 — Volunteers from the 502nd Logistics Readiness Squadron, 74th Aerial Port Squadron, 26th APS and 733rd Training Squadron prepare supplies for transport at Joint base San Antonio-Lackland, Texas, for Hurricane Maria relief efforts Sept. 21, 2017. Members palletized water and food that Federal Emergency Management Agency donated to aid those in St. Croix, Puerto Rico. MORE

Volunteers from the 502nd Logistics Readiness Squadron, 74th Aerial Port Squadron, 26th APS and 733rd Training Squadron prepare supplies for transport at Joint base San Antonio-Lackland, Texas, for Hurricane Maria relief efforts Sept. 21, 2017.

Humanitarian assignments considered for Airmen in time of need
September 21, 2017 — Today’s American Airmen do the impossible every day. They pursue their mission with excellence and integrity to become leaders and warriors, providing help to a world in need. However, even Airmen need help at times, especially if an acute problem occurs with a family member... MORE

No single reason exists why a humanitarian reassignment or deferment might be approved. It might be a terminal illness, death of a spouse or sexual assault of the Airman's child. The Air Force’s Personnel Center views each request with compassion and empathy, giving it careful consideration.

Chief Master Sgt. of the Air Force discusses leadership, dedication, innovation at AFA
September 21, 2017 — Chief Master Sgt. of the Air Force Kaleth O. Wright laid out his philosophy of developing Airmen as leaders during the Air Force Association’s Air, Space and Cyber Conference Sept. 20, 2017... MORE

Chief Master Sgt. of the Air Force Kaleth O. Wright gives his "Taking Care of Airmen from the Ground Up" talk during Air Force Association Air, Space and Cyber Conference in National Harbor, Md., Sept. 20, 2017.

Serving our nation: the journey to citizenship
September 21, 2017 — The Department of Defense commemorated Constitution Day and Citizenship Day Sunday, Sept. 17, 2017 and will observe Constitution Week the week of Sept. 17 through Sept. 23... MORE

Airmen from the 344 Training Squadron display their immigration packet upon completing the Oath of Allegiance at JBSA-Lackland on Aug. 30.

New commandant seeks to make IAAFA known
September 20, 2017 — The mission of the Inter-American Air Forces Academy is strengthening international partnerships through education and training and the new IAAFA commandant, Col. Isaac Davidson, wants to make sure everyone knows this about his academy... MORE

Lt. Col. Isaac Davidson, Inter-American Air Forces Academy new commandant, proudly stands in front of the circle of international flags Sept. 15 at the academy's headquarters at Joint Base San Antonio-Lackland, Texas. Davidson says he will continue to strengthen international relationships through education and training. IAAFA is preparing to celebrate 75 years of existence in March 2018 with its western hemisphere partners.

5th Medical Recruiting Battalion Soldier supports Hurricane Harvey disaster relief
September 20, 2017 — Capt. Gary E. Miller, from the U.S. Army's 5th Medical Recruiting Battalion at Joint Base San Antonio-Fort Sam Houston, collected and delivered approximately 1,500 pounds of food, water and supplies Sept. 2 to aid in Hurricane Harvey relief efforts... MORE

Capt. Gary E. Miller, of U.S. Army 5th Medical Recruiting Battalion, unloads supplies Sept. 2 at the American Red Cross in San Antonio. He collected and delivered approximately 1,500 pounds of donated food, water and supplies and delivered them to for Hurricane Harvey relief efforts.

Soldiers from anywhere -- BOSS Strong everywhere
September 19, 2017 — Like every competitor in the BOSS Strong Championship, Pfc. Nicholas Angelo, from Camp Humphreys, Korea, Bravo Company, 602d Aviation Support Battalion, is one of many single Soldiers from everywhere, looking to better their lives in the Army... MORE

Pfc. Nicholas Angelo, from Camp Humphreys, Korea, participating in obstacle course training at Joint Base San Antonio-Camp Bullis, north of San Antonio, as part of the BOSS Strong Championship which focuses on functional fitness. The program is organized by the U.S. Army Installation Management Command's G9 Family and Morale, Welfare and Recreation division to coordinate with existing facilities and outside contractors to develop the future of functional fitness.

Army South unveils Hall of Honor, inducts recipients
September 19, 2017 — Thanks to the behind-the-scenes efforts of Army South historian Dr. Isaac Hampton, the Army South Hall of Honor became a reality with a flagship ceremony Sept. 14 in the lobby of the headquarters building at Joint Base San Antonio-Fort Sam Houston... MORE

Maj. Gen. K.K. Chinn and the family members of two of the inductees Gen. Walter Kruger and Capt. Hal Kopp (Alamo Scouts) along with retired Col. Ralph Puckett cut the cake at the inaugural Hall of Honor ceremony Sept. 14 at Joint Base San Antonio-Fort Sam Houston.

Commentary: Is this the right one?
September 19, 2017 — As leaders, we need to remember our words, actions, and the “bait” we select in developing our Airmen, must be carefully considered for optimal impact. Not only do we need to know whom we are trying to reach, but also understand their motivations and the best way to get them to embrace our message... MORE

Tech. Sgt. Jason Kadisak, 331st Training Squadron military training instructor, provides marching instructions to newly arrived Air Force basic trainees May 20, 2015, at Joint Base San Antonio-Lackland, Texas. Military training instructors are vital to maintaining the world’s greatest Air Force. In 7 ½ weeks, MTIs transform America’s sons and daughters from civilians into Airmen by instilling discipline, attention to detail, esprit de corps and challenging them physically and mentally. (U.S. Air Force photo by Johnny Saldivar/released)

METC combat medic instructor memorialized during classroom dedication
September 18, 2017 — John D. Darsey, known as “J.D.” by his friends and co-workers, was remembered as a dedicated, loyal, and trustworthy member of the Army combat medic training team during a memorial service and classroom dedication ceremony at the Medical Education and Training Campus Aug. 11... MORE

John D. Darsey, known as “J.D.” by his friends and co-workers, was remembered as a dedicated, loyal, and trustworthy member of the Army combat medic training team during a memorial service and classroom dedication ceremony Aug. 11. Darsey, an emergency medical technician, or EMT, instructor at the Medical Education and Training Campus department of combat medic training, or DCMT, passed away July 9.

59th Medical Wing first in Defense Department to earn important accreditation
September 18, 2017 — The Association for the Accreditation of Human Research Protection Programs, or AAHRPP, an independent, non-profit accrediting body, has welcomed its newest, fully-accredited member – the 59th Medical Wing, located at Joint Base San Antonio-Lackland... MORE

The Association for the Accreditation of Human Research Protection Programs, an independent, non-profit accrediting body, has welcomed its newest, fully-accredited member – the 59th Medical Wing, located on Joint Base San Antonio-Lackland, Texas.

BOSS Strong competitors keep first aid in mind
September 18, 2017 — The BOSS Strong Championship included events which enable and enhance the development of the individual Soldier and the balance and performance of the team, even when presented with a casualty on the battlefield... MORE

The BOSS Strong Championship included events which enable and enhance the development of the individual Soldier and the balance and performance of the team, even when presented with a casualty on the battlefield. World Class Athletes conducted First Aid training called "Tactical Combat Casualty Care (TC3)" and incorporated the lessons so they will contribute to the overall score of each team in the competition. Soldiers were graded in two-man teams, including their coaches, on how they perform in three basic first aid skills designed to save lives on the battlefield.

Commander remembers AETC, AF Anniversaries
September 18, 2017 — JOINT BASE SAN ANTONIO-RANOLPH, Texas--There is a statue in front of our headquarters building. Written on it is a name - Air Training Command - that sounds antiquated to me, and to the men and women... MORE

502nd OSS supports MASS mission
September 18, 2017 — The Air Force Reserve’s 910th Airlift Wing, a special team based out of Youngstown Air Reserve Station, Ohio, was recently deployed to Joint Base San Antonio-Lackland Kelly Field, Texas to conduct nightly aerial spray missions in eastern Texas with the help of the 502nd Operations Support Squadron... MORE

Joint Base Charleston – Weapons Station, S.C. – A specially-modified Air Force Reserve C-130 Hercules tactical cargo aircraft, assigned to the 910th Airlift Wing, based at Youngstown Air Reserve Station, Ohio, disperses a water-diluted EPA-approved insecticide over an area known as the spoils site here, June 15, 2013. The 30-acre ‘spoils site’ is known to produce approximately 40-million mosquitoes per acre, or 1.2 billion of the pest insects, annually. The 910th’s Aerial Spray Unit conducted spraying operations here, June 15, 2013 to control the population of the disease-carrying pest insects at the installation. The 910th sprayed approximately 16,500 acres to provide much sought relief for the base’s populace. The 910th’s 757th Airlift Squadron is home to the Department of Defense’s only large-area, fixed-wing aerial spray capability. U.S. Air Force photo by Tech. Sgt. Rick Lisum.

Mission support units educate Honorary Commanders
September 16, 2017 — More than a dozen 433rd Airlift Wing Honorary Commanders toured the 433rd Mission Support Group units Sept. 9 at Joint Base San Antonio-Lackland... MORE

433rd Honorary Commanders visit 433rd MSG

South Gate returns to normal operations at JBSA-Randolph
September 15, 2017 — The South Gate at Joint Base San Antonio-Randolph, Texas will return to normal operations and operating hours on Sept. 19... MORE

Cole principal spearheads school supply drive to help schoolchildren affected by Hurricane Harvey
September 15, 2017 — Children in a South Texas community affected by Hurricane Harvey are receiving school supplies thanks to the generosity of teachers, students and families in the Fort Sam Houston Independent School District... MORE

Dr. Jill Blankenship, principal of Blaschke Sheldon Elementary in the Ingleside Independent School District and Sylvia Elizondo, the superintendent's administrative assistant, open supplies donated by Robert G. Cole Middle and High School at Joint Base San Antonio-Fort Sam Houston.

JBSA-Randolph defenders provide ‘flawless’ protection of FEMA assets
September 15, 2017 — As Federal Emergency Management Agency trailers continue to be hauled away from the south ramp of Joint Base San Antonio-Randolph, members of the 902nd Security Forces Squadron are nearing the end of the important role they played in Hurricane Harvey relief efforts... MORE

Base access ID cards available to Gold Star family members
September 15, 2017 — The family members of Airmen who have died in action have access to Joint Base San Antonio locations as part of an Air Force initiative that began this year... MORE