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Programs at JSBA help kick tobacco to the curb
February 17, 2017 — According to AFI 40-102, Tobacco use is the leading cause of preventable death in the United States. Tobacco use degrades Air Force readiness, health and leads to preventable health care costs.”... MORE

502nd Logistics Readiness Squadron wins four AETC awards
February 17, 2017 — Joint Base San Antonio’s 502nd Logistics Readiness Squadron is off to a strong start in 2017, taking home four Air Education and Training Command awards in January. At JBSA-Lackland, Tech. Sgt. Kevin... MORE

Medical supplies from the Air Force Medical Operations Agency are loaded onto a C-17 Globemaster III Sept. 26, 2014, at Joint Base San Antonio-Lackland Kelly Field Annex in support of United States Africa Command and United Nations operations to help treat patients and halt the spread of the Ebola virus. The supplies will support field hospitals and aid workers battling the virus in Monrovia, Liberia, and efforts to fortify global health security infrastructure in the region and beyond.

JBSA commemorates first military flight
February 17, 2017 — Thursday, March 2 marks the 107th anniversary of the first military aerial flight taken by Army Lt. Benjamin Foulois when he boarded the “Signal Corps ‘Aeroplane’ No. 1” and circled Joint Base San Antonio-Fort Sam Houston’s MacArthur Parade Field... MORE

March 2 marks the 107th anniversary of the first military aerial flight taken by Army Lt. Benjamin Foulois when he boarded the “Signal Corps ‘Aeroplane’ No. 1” and circled Joint Base San Antonio-Fort Sam Houston’s MacArthur Parade Field.

Reorganization yields AETC’s first civil service maintenance group
February 17, 2017 — JOINT BASE SAN ANTONIO-RANDOLPH, Texas - The first civil service aircraft maintenance organization in AETC to become a group is the 12th Maintenance Group. An activation ceremony was held inside... MORE

Civilian employees with the newly activated 12th maintenance Group activate the group's three squadrons during a ceremony Feb. 10 at Joint Base San Antonio-Randolph, Texas. The group is the first civil service maintenance directorate in Air Education and Training Command to reorganize as a group. (U.S. Air Force photo by Randy Martin)

Array of financial classes highlights Military Saves Week at JBSA
February 16, 2017 — JOINT BASE SAN ANTONIO-RANDOLPH, Texas -- Some 20 sessions chosen to educate Department of Defense cardholders on a variety of financial topics, from the new Blended Retirement System to credit... MORE

Brig. Gen. Heather Pringle, commander, Joint Base San Antonio and 502nd Air Base Wing, signs a Military Saves Week proclamation Feb. 10, 2017 at JBSA-Fort Sam Houston. About 20 sessions have been chosen to educate Department of Defense cardholders on a variety of financial topics, from the new Blended Retirement System to credit management and are planned Feb. 27-March 3 throughout JBSA.

Analyst turned Chaplain committed to providing spiritual resiliency
February 15, 2017 — When the search for a new chaplain began at the 363rd Intelligence, Surveillance and Reconnaissance Wing, who could have imagined an ISR analyst would be selected to fill those empty shoes. Chaplain (Maj.) W. James ‘Jim’ Bridgham said he can see that his ISR career prepared him for this assignment. ... MORE

Chaplain (Maj.) W. James ‘Jim’ Bridgham speaks to an Airman at the 363rd Intelligence, Surveillance and Reconnaissance Wing at Joint Base Langley-Eustis, Virginia. (U.S. Air Force photo by Technical Sgt. Darnell Cannady)

Cody testifies before SASC on importance of Airmen, families
February 15, 2017 — Chief Master Sgt. of the Air Force James A. Cody testified on the importance of Airmen and their families before the Senate Armed Services Subcommittee on Personnel Feb. 14 on Capitol Hill... MORE

Chief Master Sgt. of the Air Force James A. Cody speaks with Master Chief Petty Officer of the Navy Steven Giordano and Sgt. Maj. of the Marine Corps Ronald L. Green before testifying at the Senate Armed Services Subcommittee on Personnel in Washington, D.C., Feb. 14, 2017. In his comments, Cody talked about compensation and growing the force. This is the last Congressional hearing for Cody before he retires from the Air Force. (U.S. Air Force photo/Scott M. Ash)

Scalding injuries can happen at any age
February 15, 2017 — A scalding injury can happen at any age. Particularly at risk are children, older adults and people with disabilities. Dreadful injuries can occur from hot liquids from bath water, hot coffee and even microwaved soup. The second leading cause of all burn injuries are scalding burns... MORE

A scalding injury can happen at any age. Particularly at risk are children, older adults and people with disabilities. Dreadful injuries can occur from hot liquids from bath water, hot coffee and even microwaved soup. The second leading cause of all burn injuries are scalding burns.

Conference of American Armies meet in Canada
February 15, 2017 — Canada seems to be one of the favorites when hosting the Conference of the American Armies and for the second time in three years, another specialized conference finds its way back up north... MORE

The Canadian Army hosted the Conference of American Armies (CAA) Specialized Conference in Toronto, Ontario, from February 6 to 10, 2017 with senior army officers from Western Hemisphere armies in attendance. The CAA is an International Military Organization founded in 1960 and provides an opportunity for Army leaders from North, Central and South America and the Caribbean, to meet on a regular basis to discuss areas of mutual interest and share lessons learned. In this way, the CAA contributes, from a military thinkers’ point of view, to the security and democratic development of member countries. Canada joined the CAA in 1993, and the Canadian Army has hosted six events since becoming a member. The theme of the latest Specialized Conference was Training for the Interagency Environment.

Notifications to eligible Airmen begin for Blended Retirement System
February 14, 2017 — Airmen eligible for the new Blended Retirement System began receiving email notifications Feb. 10 from myPers with information regarding their benefits so they can make the decision best suited for their individual needs... MORE

264th Medical Battalion Soldiers act as ‘battle buddies’ to East Terrell Hills Elementary School
February 14, 2017 — When a Soldier says, “I’ve got your six,” it means they have your back, or more broadly, that your battle buddy is backing you up. For students at East Terrell Hills Elementary School, their battle buddy is the 264th Medical Battalion. Seeing Soldiers is always a familiar welcome treat for the students. Therefore, it came as no surprise when the battalion’s Soldiers delivered more than $3,000 in school supplies to the school Feb. 7. ... MORE

Sgt. 1st Class Roy Rutledge from the 264th Medical Battalion demonstrates placing a head bandage on an East Terrell Hills Elementary School student during the school’s career day.

The importance of donating blood
February 14, 2017 — Receiving the gift of blood can mean the difference between life-or-death for those in need. In order for them to receive this life-saving substance, others must be willing to donate their blood... MORE

A volunteer donates platelets Feb. 14 at Armed Services Blood Bank Center-San Antonio facility at Joint Base San Antonio-Lackland, Texas. The facility supports service members in Afghanistan, Iraq, San Antonio Military Medical Facility and the local Veterans Affairs hospital. The platelets are for patients with cancer, burns and bleeding problems.

Army North’s Task Force 51 rehearses for disaster
February 14, 2017 — Soldiers and civilians assigned to Task Force 51, U.S. Army North (Fifth Army) from Joint Base San Antonio-Fort Sam Houston, spent a week conducting a key exercise to strengthen the foundation of their mission at the Rudder Reserve Center in San Antonio Feb. 6-10... MORE

Matt Hopper, a telecommunications specialist for Army North (Fifth Army) at Joint Base San Antonio-Fort Sam Houston, conducts an informative class on Army North’s mobile communication platform capabilities during a staff training exercise at the Rudder Reserve Center Feb. 6-10 February. Soldiers and civilians assigned to Task Force 51, U.S. Army North (Fifth Army), spent the week conducting a key exercise to strengthen the foundation of their mission.

Army Emergency Relief campaign kicks off March 1
February 14, 2017 — The 2017 Army Emergency Relief kick-off campaign take place at 10:30 a.m. March 1 at the Fort Sam Houston Theater, building 2270, at Joint Base San Antonio-Fort Sam Houston, with Lt. Gen. Jeffrey S. Buchanan, ARNORTH commanding general, as guest speaker. A reception at the Fort Sam Houston Theater will immediately follow the ceremony... MORE

The 2017 Army Emergency Relief kick-off campaign take place at 10:30 a.m. March 1 at the U.S. Army North Quadrangle at Joint Base San Antonio-Fort Sam Houston, with Lt. Gen. Jeffrey S. Buchanan, ARNORTH commanding general, as guest speaker. A reception at the Fort Sam Houston Museum will immediately follow the ceremony.

Rally promoting health, fitness to unite JBSA next month
February 14, 2017 — An event emphasizing health, fitness and nutrition will be offered to Joint Base San Antonio beneficiaries next month.The 59th Medical Wing Health Rally – an event featuring 5K and 9K runs and... MORE

JBSA - Runners take off from the starting line during the Fit Kid 5K and Health Fair March 12 at Heritage Park on Joint Base San Antonio-Randolph. The Fit Kid 5K and Health Fair is part of National Nutrition Month that aims to teach children healthy habits related to nutrition and fitness.

Crime and punishment at Joint Base San Antonio
February 13, 2017 — During the month of January, Joint Base San Antonio commanders administered 12 nonjudicial punishment actions under Article 15 of the uniform Code of Military Justice... MORE

Medical miracle: BAMC surgeons perform groundbreaking arm replant
February 13, 2017 — Brooke Army Medical Center surgeons performed their first above-the-elbow arm replant on a 22-year-old trauma patient last year and almost 10 months later, the patient is thriving... MORE

Christopher Ebner, occupational therapist, exercises Kelsey Ward’s arm Jan. 20 at the Center for the Intrepid at Joint Base San Antonio-Fort Sam Houston. Ward’s arm was severed when a guardrail pierced the passenger-side window of her SUV in a car wreck April 20, 2016. Brooke Army Medical Center surgeons performed their first above-the-elbow arm replant on the 22-year-old trauma patient and almost 10 months later, she is thriving.

Blended retirement system, tax help, finances all covered in class during wing UTA
February 13, 2017 — The Alamo Wing will have classes on UTA weekends to educate members about the new Blended Retirement System... MORE

Presidential honor bestowed on Air Force officer
February 10, 2017 — When the President of the United States travels, stateside or abroad, there is an advance team who arrives weeks ahead to handle airport logistics. These team members, or agents, volunteer for the job and are the ‘best of the best’ at what they do. That is why Maj. Francisco "Cisco" Leach, deputy chief of safety, 25th Air Force, felt honored when he was recently selected from 96 agents as the 2016 Presidential Advance Agent of the Year... MORE

Gen. John W. Raymond, commander, Air Force Space Command, presents Maj. Francisco Leach an Air Force One model aircraft during the 2016 Advance Agent of the Year ceremony.

Vet brings story of loss, laughter to JBSA National Prayer Breakfast
February 10, 2017 — Laughter was the hardest ability to re-learn after tragedy for retired Navy Petty Officer 3rd Class Dave Roever,a resiliency coach who spoke at the National Prayer Breakfast here Feb. 7, 2017. In... MORE

Retired U.S. Navy Petty Officer 3rd Class Dave Roever, delivers a speech about his experiences 34 years after receiving burns from a grenade during the Vietnam War at the 2017 Joint Base San Antonio Prayer Breakfast at the Gateway Club at JBSA-Lackland, Texas, Feb. 7, 2017. Roever was awarded an honorary doctorate degree in May 2005 for his sacrifices and service.