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Joint Army-Air Force-Navy medical partnership saves lives downrange
October 25, 2019 — At any given time, there are over 100 medics deployed worldwide from the 59th Medical Wing, executing a Joint U.S. mission in support of global operations. ... MORE

Sixteenth Air Force to streamline cyber weapon systems tools
October 25, 2019 — Sixteenth Air Force (Air Forces Cyber) leaders recently launched an initiative to streamline its cyber weapon systems tools... MORE

433rd AW's C-5M Super Galaxy living large at Wings Over Houston Airshow
October 25, 2019 — Aircrew with the 68th Airlift Squadron represented the 433rd Airlift Wing with a C-5M Super Galaxy static display at Ellington Airport Oct. 18-20 at the Wings Over Houston Airshow. ... MORE

Pilot Training Next, NASA launch collaborative research agreement
October 25, 2019 — Officials from Air Education and Training Command’s Pilot Training Next have established a strategic partnership with NASA, focused on biometric data collection and the application of emerging technology into PTN curriculum that will innovate the student pilot learning environment... MORE

Classes explore resume writing for civilian, federal jobs
October 25, 2019 — Those seeking a strong resume for civilian and federal jobs can learn more in classes set for Nov. 12 and 15 at the Joint Base San Antonio-Randolph Military & Family Readiness Center... MORE

Honduran readiness exercises provide invaluable surgical, training opportunities
October 25, 2019 — Brooke Army Medical Center personnel participated in two separate medical readiness exercises in Honduras recently... MORE

City of San Antonio honors Navy's 244th birthday
October 25, 2019 — Members of Navy Medicine Education, Training and Logistics Command, or NMETLC, and Navy Medicine Training Support Center, or NMTSC, gathered at the San Antonio City Hall during a City Council meeting Oct. 17 to celebrate the Navy’s birthday... MORE

Feedback Fridays
October 25, 2019 — Feedback Fridays is a weekly forum that aims to connect the 502d Air Base Wing with members of the Joint Base San Antonio community. If you have a question or concern, please send an email to RandolphPublicAffairs@us.af.mil using the subject line “Feedback Fridays.” ... MORE

Air Force announces new officer developmental categories
October 24, 2019 — In an effort to enhance the officer talent management system and enable tailored and agile development, the Air Force is expanding the single Line of the Air Force promotion category into six distinct developmental categories, senior officials announced Oct. 21. ... MORE

JBSA-Fort Sam Houston researchers author paper on military dental emergencies
October 23, 2019 — Researchers at Joint Base San Antonio-Fort Sam Houston have authored a research paper analyzing data of dental emergencies and traumatic facial and head injuries among servicemembers that could be utilized in improving troop outcomes and mission preparedness... MORE

Thousands turn out for JBSA-Fort Sam Houston Oktoberfest
October 22, 2019 — Taking advantage of a beautiful Texas autumn afternoon, thousands of people took part in the annual Joint Base San Antonio-Fort Sam Houston Oktoberfest celebration, enjoying live music, arts and crafts, children's activities, food and a few adult beverages Oct. 19... MORE

Dislocation allowance now available before PCS moves
October 22, 2019 — Soldiers and their Families can now receive dislocation allowance ahead of a permanent change of station move after the Army updated its policy in an effort to reduce the burden of moving... MORE

344th Training Squadron Airman recognized by Oxnard Chamber of Commerce
October 22, 2019 — Staff Sgt. Mykal Tanner, 344th Training Squadron Military Handling Equipment instructor, was recognized as the Oxnard Chamber of Commerce’s Air Force Active Duty Member of the Year in a ceremony Sept. 20... MORE

Wearable tech for survival specialists now at JBSA-Camp Bullis
October 22, 2019 — An Air Force Research Laboratory team recently delivered version 2.0 of the Survival Health Awareness Responders Kit, or SHARK, to U.S. Air Force instructors at Joint Base San Antonio-Camp Bullis, a 28,000-acre site in Texas used to train Survival, Evasion, Resistance and Escape specialists... MORE

New options available for spouse employment, relicensing
October 21, 2019 — The Department of Labor recently launched a website to help military spouses that possess an occupational license and need to transfer their credentials to another state... MORE

Army developing ways to improve household goods process
October 21, 2019 — The Army is making improvements to the household goods, or HHG, process to help alleviate some of the stress attributed to a permanent change of station move... MORE

Celebrate America’s Military honors Military City USA
October 18, 2019 — Celebrate America's Military is a series of events honoring the men and women who serve in the nation's military... MORE

Tactical Air Control Party Formal Training Unit activates
October 18, 2019 — The Tactical Air Control Party Formal Training Unit officially activated during a ceremony at the Joint Base San Antonio-Lackland's Medina Annex Oct. 17... MORE

JBSA health officials urge people to be cautious around bats
October 18, 2019 — After a bat that tested positive for rabies was found at a Joint Base San Antonio residence recently, installation health officials are reminding residents to be careful, use common sense and take cautionary measures if they spot a bat on the installation... MORE

Watchful eyes of SFS ‘Pumpkin Patrols’ ready for fright night duty
October 18, 2019 — Joint Base San Antonio security forces squadrons will keep careful watch on Halloween to ensure the safety of trick-or-treaters as they go from door to door throughout the installation’s housing areas... MORE