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AFAP delegates needed: this is your forum, this is your voice
August 28, 2018 — Are you looking to take action and help create a better tomorrow for our entire military community? You can do so by becoming an Armed Forces Action Plan, or AFAP, delegate... MORE

Ashley Powers, teen group facilitator, keeps the teen delegates focused as they collaborate on critical issues, and present possible resolutions during the 2017 Armed Forces Action Plan Forum at the Joint Base San Antonio-Fort Sam Houston IMCOM Academy.

Twenty-Fifth Air Force prepares to celebrate 70th anniversary
August 27, 2018 — As the U.S. Air Force celebrated its 70th Anniversary last September, 25th Air Force was looking ahead in anticipation of its 70-year milestone this year... MORE

The Twenty-Fifth Air Force provides multisource intelligence, surveillance, and reconnaissance (ISR) products, applications, capabilities and resources, to include cyber and geospatial forces and expertise. Additionally, it is the Service Cryptologic Component responsible to the National Security Agency/Central Security Service for Air Force matters involving the conduct of cryptologic activities, including the full spectrum of missions directly related to both tactical warfighting and national-level operations.

AFCYBER move streamlines ACC warfighting efforts
August 25, 2018 — With the addition of 24th Air Force/Air Forces Cyber to Air Combat Command, new cyber outcomes are available to America's warfighting commanders... MORE

Air Forces Cyber is a triple-hatted organization including 24th Air Force, AFCYBER and Joint Force Headquarters-Cyber. Each fulfills a distinctly different purpose supporting an overall mission focus of delivering full-spectrum cyberspace operations in support of the Air Force, joint force and nation. (U.S. Air Force graphic by Tech. Sgt. R.J. Biermann)

M&FRC class helps participants get handle on credit reports, scores
August 24, 2018 — Statistics from the Federal Reserve show that consumer debt in the United States continues to mount, approaching $3.9 trillion last year, which includes outstanding revolving credit in excess of $1 trillion, its highest level ever... MORE

Personal finance budgeting should play an important part in your long-term plans to gain financial stability and into having a clear idea of what you want in future. Part of securing your financial stability is ensuring you look into your credit report at least once a year. Credit reports are important pieces of information about you and can affect everything from getting a loan to getting a house or even renting an apartment.

Military partners with industry to improve food service
August 24, 2018 — Food innovation and customer service were key elements of discussion at the 2018 Armed Forces Food and Beverage Training Workshop that took place Aug. 6-10 in San Antonio, Texas. Military and civilian hospitality professionals from around the world met to discuss healthier meal options, training opportunities, challenges and innovation... MORE

Food innovation and customer service were key elements of discussion at the 2018 Armed Forces Food and Beverage Training Workshop.

Proliferation of drones posing risk for U.S. military, expert says
August 24, 2018 — As of January 2018, over 1 million micro drones were registered with the Federal Aviation Administration, with about 878,000 of those registered to hobbyists, said Dr. Juanita Christensen. They are proliferating in other nations as well, including areas in every combatant command where U.S. forces are stationed or operating, she added. ... MORE

There are several challenges in countering unmanned aerial systems: identifying the UAS, determining whether or not the unmanned aerial system is friend or foe, and, if foe, employing the right countermeasures.

DOD announces overhaul to Defense Travel System in contract award
August 23, 2018 — The Department of Defense announced Aug. 16 that it is taking steps to replace the "aging and inefficient" Defense Travel System, according to a press release... MORE

Soldiers assigned to the 3rd Squadron, 2nd Cavalry Regiment prepare for departure aboard an aircraft at the Nuremberg Airport, Germany, July 26, 2018. The Department of Defense announced in August 2018 a contract award aimed at overhauling the Defense Travel System.

AMEDDC&S Headquarters Support Company helps Feds Feed Families food drive
August 23, 2018 — The San Antonio Food Bank picked up more than300 pounds of food Aug. 21, collected by the U.S. Army Medical Department Center & School Headquarters Support Company as part of the 2018 Feds Feed Families food drive... MORE

(From left) First Sgt. Julie Morris, U.S. Army Medical Department Center & School Headquarters Support Company, Ms. Ferenie Tinson, HRC Specialist, and Leo Zavala, San Antonio Food Bank truck driver, load a pallet of donated food items.

Build-A-Backpack drive provides backpacks for more than 1,400 JBSA schoolchildren
August 23, 2018 — More than 1,400 schoolchildren from military families are going back to school with backpacks and school supplies collected during the eighth annual Build-A-Backpack Program drive sponsored by the Joint Base San Antonio Military Child Education Program-School Liaison Office from July 23-Aug. 3... MORE

Nita-Ford Hightower (left) and Quiana Abner (right), Joint Base San Antonio-Fort Sam Houston Military Child Education Program school liaison officers, sort through donated backpacks filled with school supplies collected through the eighth annual Build-A-Backpack Program drive Aug. 9. The program, sponsored by the JBSA Military Child Education Program-School Liaison Office, provides backpacks and school supplies for schoolchildren of military families, including active duty and wounded service members and Guard and Reserve personnel. This year, the program provided backpacks for 1,420 JBSA schoolchildren.

Cole High School student photos focus of Fort Sam Houston Museum exhibit
August 23, 2018 — A gallery of photos taken by Cole High School students and the stories behind those photos is the focus of a new exhibit at the Fort Sam Houston Museum... MORE

Willie White Jr., Fort Sam Houston Independent School District board of trustees president, talks to Laura DeLeon, a student at Cole High School, as he views one of DeLeon’s photos that is displayed in a gallery of photos taken by Cole students during a reception Aug. 9 at the Fort Sam Houston Museum.

Living legacy: 100-year-old Army nurse speaks to BAMC nursing students
August 22, 2018 — A class of nursing students at Brooke Army Medical Center had a special visit from a World War II Army nurse Aug. 7 as part of their training... MORE

A class of nursing students at Brooke Army Medical Center at Joint-Base San Antonio-Fort Sam Houston had a special visit from a World War II Army nurse Aug. 7. The 100-year-old Army nurse spoke to the students about her experiences and answered questions. Sheets was stationed at Brooke General Hospital at Fort Sam Houston and also worked there as a civilian nurse for many year before retiring.

San Antonio community members, leaders tour JBSA-Fort Sam Houston medical facilities
August 22, 2018 — Medical facilities at Joint Base San Antonio-Fort Sam Houston opened their doors to community members and civic leaders during a tour showcasing the contributions of military medicine Aug. 10. More than 70 individuals, from business, medical and financial sectors, members of veterans’ organizations and San Antonio city officials, participated in the Fort Sam Houston-Military Medical Tour... MORE

Sgt. 1st Class Lee Hockersmith, U.S. Army Medical Department Center and School instructor and NCO in charge of the Critical Care Flight Paramedic Program at Joint Base San Antonio-Fort Sam Houston, talks to San Antonio community members and civic leaders gathered in a helicopter medical evacuation simulation lab during the Fort Sam Houston Military Medical Tour Aug. 10. The purpose of the tour, a joint effort between Brooke Army Medical Center Public Affairs and the City of San Antonio Office of Military and Veteran Affairs, was to showcase the contributions of military medicine and its impact on the San Antonio community.

U.S. Army Institute of Surgical Research Burn Center seeks dog therapy teams
August 22, 2018 — The U.S. Army Institute of Surgical Research Burn Center at Brooke Army Medical Center is looking for a qualified and dynamic dog teams to aid in the department’s healthcare mission... MORE

Interested owners/teams should contact the USAISR Public Affairs office at 210-539-5470 to set up the required in-person interview.

Army Criminal Investigation Command announces new crime tips system
August 22, 2018 — The Army community and American public now have the ability to use their computers and smartphones to submit tips about crimes, suspicious activity or threats to the U.S. Army’s Criminal Investigation Command via a new digital crime tips system... MORE

The U.S. Army Criminal Investigation Command launched a new digital Crime Tips system that is now accessible via the web or through a smartphone app. You now have the ability to use your computer, smartphone, or any internet connected device to anonymously submit crime tips or report suspicious activity to CID. Tips can be submitted via the web at www.cid.army.mil. You can download the app at http://www.p3tips.com/app.aspx?ID=325.

Safety, security key to social media use for military members, civilians, families
August 22, 2018 — These days we can’t go a moment or move a step without immediate access to some form of social media, but that kind of access can also impact operational security... MORE

It is important for military members, Department of Defense civilians, and families to practice OPSEC when using social media.

Think bigger: how an accident changed a little girl’s life forever
August 22, 2018 — It’s 1978 and the Reisinger family is stationed at Andersen Air Force Base, Guam. The sun is shining on then 8-year-old Elizabeth “Beth” Reisinger as she and two of her friends walk home from school. A passing vehicle loses control turning into the elementary school parking lot, crashes through a group of children and stops halfway through a cement classroom wall... MORE

Beth’s family; pictured (from left) Kasen Preusser, grandson; Nikolas Preusser, son-in-law; Audrey Preusser, granddaughter; Beth and her husband, Thuan Treon (center); sons Cortland and Chandler Treon. Beth feels it's important to connect the military family piece in there, moms and dads will connect their kids. I'm truly looking forward to the upcoming blood drive and deeply appreciate the opportunity to give back.

AFPC hosts Getting To Outcomes event to help units tailor violence prevention, resiliency efforts
August 22, 2018 — With the ongoing challenges of military life, Air Force leaders recognize the importance of taking care of Airmen and their families and developing a fit, resilient and ready force. To assist units in selecting, implementing and evaluating resilience and violence prevention initiatives, the Air Force Community Action Board recently adopted the 10-step Getting To Outcomes approach developed by the RAND Corporation and the University of South Carolina... MORE

Community action team members discuss resiliency initiatives at a Getting To Outcomes training event June 25-29, 2018 in San Antonio. The GTO model is designed to help communities and organizations develop tailored plans for integrated resilience and violence prevention.

149th Fighter Wing welcomes new commander
August 21, 2018 — Col. Raul Rosario gained command of the 149th Fighter Wing, during a change of command ceremony at Joint Base San Antonio-Lackland Aug. 18. Rosario, formerly the 149th Operations Group commander, replaced Col. Timothy Madden, who had served as the 149th FW commander since 2015, leading more than 1,500 guard personnel who’s mission is to train and support the F-16 Fighting Falcon flying mission... MORE

Col. Raul Rosario, incoming commander of the 149th Fighter Wing headquartered at Joint Base San Antonio-Lackland, Texas, receives his first salute as commander during a change of command ceremony Aug. 18 in the main hanger of the 149th FW.

JBSA-Fort Sam Houston town hall meeting addresses lead in drinking water
August 21, 2018 — “The drinking water on Joint Base San Antonio-Fort Sam Houston is safe to drink.” That was the message delivered by 502nd Force Support Group Commander Col. Samuel E. Fiol and other officials to approximately 100 base housing residents at a town hall held at Lincoln Military Housing Aug. 2. ... MORE

“The drinking water on Joint Base San Antonio-Fort Sam Houston is safe to drink.”

Commentary: The three 'C's' of leadership
August 21, 2018 — The Army has given me no shortage of leadership training and opportunities over my more than 30 years of service. Having commanded at all levels, in organizations of all sizes, three traits have stood out as non-negotiable in leadership: competence, commitment, and character... MORE

Gen. Gustave "Gus" Perna, commanding general of Army Materiel Command, speaks with Soldiers and civilian leaders.