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Fitness center’s 100-Ton Club seeks new members Feb. 15
January 27, 2017 — Fitness buffs whose regimen includes weight training will have an opportunity to do some heavy lifting and join an exclusive club Feb. 15 at Joint Base San Antonio-Randolph’s Rambler Fitness... MORE

Fitness buffs whose regimen includes weight training will have an opportunity to do some heavy lifting and join an exclusive club Feb. 15 at Joint Base San Antonio-Randolph’s Rambler Fitness Center. For the fifth straight year, the fitness center is offering membership to the 100-Ton Club to Department of Defense cardholders. There’s only one requirement, but it is to lift 100 tons of weight that day using free weights or any plate-loaded machine.

Army South Soldiers train with M9 at JBSA-Camp Bullis
January 27, 2017 — U.S. Army South Soldiers from Joint Base San Antonio-Fort Sam Houston trained on pistol marksmanship at JBSA-Camp Bullis Jan. 24. The ARSOUTH Headquarters and Headquarters Battalion conducted pre-marksmanship instruction and ran a pistol qualification range... MORE

U.S. Army South Soldiers from Joint Base San Antonio-Fort Sam Houston qualified with their assigned M9 pistol at the JBSA-Camp Bullis range Jan. 24.

Valentine’s Day Run/Bike/Run challenges couples to stay fit, build stronger relationships
January 27, 2017 — The 502nd Force Support Squadron will host a Valentine’s Day Run/Bike/Run Event Feb. 11 at Joint Base San Antonio-Randolph’s Eberle Park. The event will consist of a 5K run, 10-mile bike and then... MORE

Push your limits by running a 5k, then biking 10 miles and then running 1.5 miles more. This is a great way to work off all those Valentine's chocolates. 8 a.m. Feb. 11 at Eberle Park

Medical Education and Training Campus adds USUHS to degree partnership program
January 26, 2017 — Students who complete their training at the Medical Education and Training Campus at Joint Base San Antonio-Fort Sam Houston will have the opportunity to earn an associate degree under an agreement between METC and the Uniformed Services University of the Health Sciences, or USUHS... MORE

Healthy lifestyle leads to healthy heart
January 26, 2017 — Medical experts say there are plenty of things Airmen can do to ensure a healthy heart, including quitting smoking and not drinking too much. Heart disease, heart attack, and stroke are just some of... MORE

White House nominates Wilson to become Air Force secretary
January 26, 2017 — President Donald Trump announced Jan. 23, that he intends to nominate Heather Wilson as Secretary of the Air Force... MORE

Proper dental care can prevent disease
January 26, 2017 — More than fighting bad breath or preventing gingivitis, research shows that dental health also contributes to the overall well-being of Airmen. ... MORE

JBSA unites to address teen dating violence
January 26, 2017 — JOINT BASE SAN ANTONIO-RANDOLPH, Texas--Joint Base San Antonio will confront the problem of teen dating violence with an array of activities in February, including a JBSA-wide parent and teen workshop... MORE

Joint Base San Antonio will confront the problem of teen dating violence with an array of activities in February, including a JBSA-wide parent and teen workshop set for Feb. 25 at the JBSA-Randolph Chapel Annex. The workshop and four other events at JBSA-Randolph are part of JBSA’s Teen Dating Violence Awareness and Prevention Month observance.

Comprehensive Soldier and Family Fitness training points Soldiers toward readiness and resilience
January 26, 2017 — Soldiers learned the differences between fixed, mixed and growth mindsets – among other performance techniques – during a four-hour executive resilience and performance course at the Joint Base San Antonio-Fort Sam Houston Comprehensive Soldier and Family Fitness Training Center Jan. 20... MORE

Soldiers chart differences between how fixed and growth mindset individuals approach criticism during an Executive Resilience and Performance Course on Jan. 20 at the Joint Base San Antonio-Fort Sam Houston Comprehensive Soldiers and Family Fitness Training Center.

ARNORTH, AMEDDC&S assist American Legion post in flag detail
January 25, 2017 — A detail of Soldiers from the Army Medical Department Center & School and the Army North Caisson Platoon at Joint Base San Antonio-Fort Sam Houston volunteered to raise, lower, and fold the flags for the Floresville American Legion Post 38 at the JBSA-Fort Sam Houston Quadrangle Clock Tower Jan. 23... MORE

Sgt. 1st Class Antwaun Smith (center) observes as Spc. Christopher Hanna (left) and Pvt. Brady Smith (right) fold a U.S. flag at the Joint Base San Antonio-Fort Sam Houston Quadrangle Clock Tower Jan. 23. A detail of Soldiers from the Army Medical Department Center & School and the Army North Caisson Platoon volunteered to raise, lower, and fold the flags for the post. The flags will be presented as part of the post’s “Lest We Forget” program to commemorate the raid on Cabanatuan prisoner of war camp in the Philippines Jan. 30, 1945.

Retired Army couple renew wedding vows at BAMC
January 25, 2017 — Renewing wedding vows is a special occasion for many married couples. For Albert and Connie Ross, their 10-year vow renewal celebration Jan. 19 was special in many ways, for it was held at the exact same spot where they first met at the Brooke Army Medical Center 12 years ago. Additionally, the ceremony officiant was the bride’s “Battle Buddy” and as an added surprise, the person who walked her down the aisle – in this case the hospital hallway – was her surgeon while she was hospitalized. ... MORE

Connie (left) and Albert (right) Ross recite their 10-year vow renewal Jan. 19 in the exact same spot where they first met at the Brooke Army Medical Center 12 years ago. Retired Army Staff Sgt. William Watson (center) was the bride’s “Battle Buddy” and officiated the ceremony.

New 68W Utilization Program increases readiness, improves patient care
January 25, 2017 — Brooke Army Medical Center at Joint Base San Antonio-Fort Sam Houston launched a new program Jan. 17 to help increase the readiness of enlisted health care specialists who serve within the organization. The 68W Utilization Program will allow medics to practice the skills they need to maintain their core competencies so they are ready if deployed downrange... MORE

Staff Sgt. Alfredo Herrera Jr. (left), noncommissioned officer in charge of 2 East, works with Jenedra Curry (right), registered nurse on 2 East, to set up an intravenous drip for a patient. Brooke Army Medical Center launched a new program Jan. 17 to help increase the readiness of enlisted health care specialists who serve within the organization. The 68W Utilization Program will allow medics to practice the skills they need to maintain their core competencies so they are ready if deployed downrange.

U.S. Army Medical Department Center and School veterinarians have pets to adopt
January 25, 2017 — Thinking about adopting a pet? The U.S. Army Medical Department Center and School, Department of Veterinary Science Animal Health Branch at Joint Base San Antonio has launched a new website at https://ke.army.mil/petadoption/ to retire and find a loving home for each of our animals... MORE

Even though Oliver is 10 years old and is starting to get some grey hair on his muzzle, one would never guess he is this old because he still loves to run and play. He gets along well with other dogs.

Partnership helps JBSA understand the uses of microgrid technology
January 24, 2017 — An innovative partnership between Joint Base San Antonio and CPS Energy is helping both entities further understand the uses and effectiveness of microgrid technology, which has the capability of producing power without being on the electric grid... MORE

James Boston III, CPS Energy manager of market intelligence, shows how one of components in the battery energy storage system works at the microgrid test site at the JBSA-Fort Sam Houston Campbell Memorial Library on Jan. 13. Powered by solar energy, the microgrid has the capability of producing energy for the library while being disconnected from the electric grid.

Get wheysted: Simple ways to add protein to your diet
January 24, 2017 — With the arrival of 2017, New Year’s resolutions to lose weight are in full swing. However, another goal individuals may have is not only to lose weight, but to gain muscle. The Institute of Medicine... MORE

Jaimee Diaz, Force Fitness Bar day manager, blends a protein smoothie for a customer at Joint Base San Antonio-Randolph Jan. 20, 2017. The Institute of Medicine recommends adults 19 years of age and older get 10 percent to 35 percent of their daily calories from protein. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Lauren Parsons/Released)

Brooke Army Medical Center celebrates legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.
January 24, 2017 — Brooke Army Medical Center at Joint Base San Antonio-Fort Sam Houston hosted an observance Jan. 18 to celebrate the life and legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr... MORE

Brig. Gen. Jeffrey Johnson (left), Brooke Army Medical Center commanding general, and BAMC Command Sgt. Maj. Albert Crews (right) present certificates of appreciation to students Avea Walters (second from left) and Seleste Cavazos (second from right) for reading their essays about Martin Luther King Jr. Jan. 18 during the Martin Luther King Jr. observance in the Medical Mall.

Navy Recruiting District San Antonio support personnel recognized for superior performance
January 24, 2017 — Mariel Grimes was recognized as the Navy Recruiting District San Antonio civilian of the year and Petra Allen as the contractor of the year by Navy Cmdr. Karen Muntean, NRD-SA commanding officer, during an awards banquet held in Live Oak, Texas, in November 2016... MORE

Mariel Grimes, an enlisted processing assistant assigned to Navy Recruiting District (or NRD) San Antonio speaks with future Sailor Antonio Victor Lara of McAllen, Texas, regarding his in-processing for enlistment into the U.S. Navy. Grimes, a native of St. Thomas, U.S. Virgin Islands was recognized as the NRD's Civilian of the Year for Fiscal Year 2016.

Navy instructors, students honor Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.
January 24, 2017 — Staff, students and leaders at Navy Medicine Training Support Center, or NMTSC, at Joint Base San Antonio-Fort Sam Houston celebrated the life and achievements of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. at the Medical Education and Training Campus, or METC, Jan. 17... MORE

Staff and students from Navy Medicine Training Support Center watch a video during a celebration to honor Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. at the Medical Education Training Campus at Joint Base San Antonio-Fort Sam Houston Jan. 17. NMTSC's Diversity Council planned and conducted a ceremony and reception to honor King and educate personnel about what he accomplished.

DOD opens online exchange shopping to veterans
January 23, 2017 — The Department of Defense announced Jan. 13 that veterans will soon be able to shop online at military exchanges... MORE

AETC celebrates with 75th Anniversary Extravaganza
January 23, 2017 — JOINT BASE SAN ANTONIO-RANDOLPH, Texas -- Air Education and Training Command celebrated its heritage Jan. 23 with a 75th Anniversary Extravaganza at Joint Base San Antonio-Randolph.AETC was founded as... MORE

The Heritage Ceremonial Guard posts the Colors during Air Education and Training Command's 75th Anniversary Extravaganza at JBSA-Randolph, Texas Jan. 23, 2017. The event kicked off the celebration of AETC's history of transforming civilians into Airmen and their continued development to the future success of the Air Force.