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Band of Brothers: Introducing A1C Hughes, A1C Hughes, and ... A1C Hughes
July 1, 2020 — Three brothers graduated from Basic Military Training at Joint Base San Antonio-Lackland together May 28. Airman 1st Class Jesus Hughes, 28, Airman 1st Class Nicolas Hughes, 26, and Airman 1st Class Daniel Hughes, 25, went through BMT in the same flight from April 7 to May 28 and thereafter went to technical school in avionics together at Sheppard Air Force Base in northern Texas... MORE

Daniel (left), Jesus (center), and Nicolas (right) Hughes, U.S. Air Force basic training trainees

Remaining virtually connected through stories of resilience
July 1, 2020 — Physical distancing has evolved into a new normal way of life that has left many individuals feeling isolated and uncertain about what the future holds. With strict measures in place throughout the nation, the Air Force Wounded Warrior, or AFW2, Program Outreach team has worked to maintain a social connection with Air Force unit personnel in a more virtual way... MORE

The Outreach team is continuing their mission in spreading awareness of the AFW2 Program and ensuring Ambassadors have a platform to share their testimonies of resilience and help-seeking behaviors. During this unprecedented time, the Outreach team has heightened their efforts in providing Airmen and Air Force leaders the opportunities to host virtual briefings to learn about the resources that are available for Airmen in need and become connected with AFW2 Ambassadors.

Brooke Army Medical Center welcomes new commanding general
July 1, 2020 — In the midst of a brief downpour, Army Brig. Gen. Wendy Harter, the first female commander in Brooke Army Medical Center’s history, turned over command to Army Brig. Gen. Shan Bagby, the first African American commander in BAMC’s history, during a June 26 change of command ceremony at Joint Base San Antonio-Fort Sam Houston... MORE

Brooke Army Medical Center change of command

Send thieves clear message, secure personal property
July 1, 2020 — Each summer, Security Forces at Joint Base San Antonio-Fort Sam Houston and JBSA-Camp Bullis see a dramatic increase in thefts involving unsecured personal property... MORE

MEDCoE hosts Soldier forum to promote Army National Hiring Days
July 1, 2020 — The U.S. Army kicked off its first nationwide virtual hiring campaign June 30 with a goal of recruiting 10,000 new Soldiers during a three-day period to serve in 150 different occupations... MORE

Maj. Gen. Dennis LeMaster, commander, U.S. Army Medical Center of Excellence, speaks to AIT Soldiers during the MEDCoE Army National Hiring Days Soldier Forum June 26

Army's Family MWR to kick off 12-week esports tournament
June 30, 2020 — Complexity gaming, one of North America’s most elite esports organizations, and the U.S. Army’s Family and Morale, Welfare and Recreation, part of the Installation Management Command, are joining forces to conduct a worldwide 12-week online esports tournament starting July 4. ... MORE

Army recruiters pushing more into digital world
June 30, 2020 — Army recruiting plans to create a small cyber team to expand its esports program, which has already helped attract thousands of potential recruits, amid a larger push into the digital realm... MORE

Visitors play video games inside a semitrailer belonging to the U.S. Army Recruiting Command's esports team during the Association of the U.S. Army's Annual Meeting and Exposition in Washington, D.C., Oct. 14, 2019. The command plans to create a cyber esports team and roll out autonomous recruiting operations, which will increase the mobility of recruiters with a larger social media presence.

Air Force stands up new division to enhance customer service for EFMP families
June 30, 2020 — The Department of the Air Force stood up a new division at the Air Force’s Personnel Center to integrate three Exceptional Family Member Program, or EFMP, components -- medical, family support and assignments... MORE

U.S. Army Medical Service Corps: supporting the Army since 1917
June 30, 2020 — The U.S. Army Medical Service Corps was formally established in 1947, however corps officers celebrate the anniversary of their corps on June 30, 1917... MORE

5th Brigade, U.S. Army Cadet Command holds change of command
June 30, 2020 — Col. Chris S. Alfeiri relinquished command of U.S. Army Cadet Command’s 5th Brigade to Col. Mark A. Olsen during a change of command ceremony at the Military and Family Readiness Center at Joint Base San Antonio-Fort Sam Houston June 23... MORE

Col. Chris S. Alfeiri (right), departing 5th Brigade commander, salutes Maj. Gen. John R. Evans Jr. (on screen), commanding general, U.S. Army Cadet Command, while Col. Mark A. Olsen, incoming commander (left), looks on June 23.

433rd CES firefighters deploy; unit, families say farewell
June 30, 2020 — Early-morning June 28, firefighters from the 433rd Civil Engineer Squadron and their families gathered in the darkness here to say their goodbyes before the Reserve Citizen Airmen begin their deployment journey. The firefighters are headed to an undisclosed location in Southwest Asia for a 6-month assignment. They will be performing fire protection duties for personnel, aircraft, cargo, and other installation assets... MORE

433rd Civil Engineer Squadron firefighters board a C-130H Hercules cargo aircraft June 28, 2020 at Joint Base San Antonio-Lackland, Texas.

Trailblazers: AETC honors first women pilots in Air Force history
June 30, 2020 — In honor of the first women who became pilots of the U.S. Air Force, Air Education and Training Command officials renamed the Martin Hall Conference Room, the Trailblazer Room, during a virtual ceremony at Joint Base San Antonio-Randolph June 29, 2020... MORE

Retired U.S. Air Force Lt. Col. Sandra Scott speaks about her experiences in undergraduate pilot training during the Trailblazer Room dedication ceremony June 29, 2020, at Joint Base San Antonio-Randolph, Texas. Located in the AETC headquarters main building, the newly renamed Trailblazer Room was dedicated to the first 10 women who earned their silver wings Sept. 2, 1977. (U.S. Air Force photo by Sean M. Worrell)

Lt. Gen. R. Scott Dingle assumes command of Army Medical Command
June 29, 2020 — Lt. Gen. R. Scott Dingle, U.S. Army Surgeon General, assumed responsibility as the commanding general of the U.S. Army Medical Command June 24 at Joint Base San Antonio-Fort Sam Houston in a socially-distanced virtual ceremony hosted by Gen. James C. McConville, Army Chief of Staff... MORE

Battling COVID; a cyber Airman’s story
June 29, 2020 — Tech. Sgt. Brandon Ibanez, a cyber intelligence analyst with the 854th Combat Operations Squadron at Joint Base San Antonio-Chapman Training Annex, doesn’t wear a helmet to work, nor does he wear a sword or shield. Ibanez’s role in his unit requires him to analyze intelligence and triangulate technical, geographical and operational information to provide situational awareness for leadership. This information enables his leaders to determine the best course of action in any given scenario... MORE

Tech. Sgt. Brandon Ibanez, a cyber intelligence analyst with the 854th Combat Operations Squadron, stands in uniform for a photo outside his home in Chicago, Illinois, June 15, 2020. As a Gladiator in the 960th Cyberspace Wing, it’s not a requirement to don the traditional uniform of ancient Roman fighters, and it would be impractical because the enemy in cyberspace doesn’t attack using guns or spears. (Courtesy photo by Anna Czekaj)

59th MDW adjusts hours for 4th of July holiday
June 29, 2020 — On July 6, the Joint Base San Antonio-Lackland (Wilford Hall Ambulatory Surgical Center) and JBSA-Randolph Medical Treatment Facilities will have limited services available... MORE

With an abundance of caution, the 59th Medical Wing has begun a phased reopening of primary and surgical care as of June 1.

Air Force senior leaders direct IG review into racial disparity
June 29, 2020 — On June 2, 2020, Secretary of the Air Force Barbara M. Barrett, Air Force Chief of Staff Gen. David L. Goldfein, and Chief of Space Operations Gen. John W. Raymond directed the Department of the Air Force Inspector General to conduct a review into racial disparity in the Department of the Air Force... MORE

'Project Inclusion' to cut Army board photos in effort to promote diversity
June 29, 2020 — Starting in August, photos will be eliminated from promotion and selection boards as the Army launches “Project Inclusion” to identify practices that inadvertently discriminate, senior leaders announced July 25... MORE

JBSA pools open, attendance limited due to coronavirus
June 26, 2020 — Swim season opened at Joint Base San Antonio June 24, but the later-than-usual start was not the only change at the installations’ pools this summer... MORE

Lifeguard Brandon Mercado looks out over an empty pool at Joint Base San Antonio-Randolph on June 25, the second day the JBSA pools were open for the summer.

Boy Scout Troop 23 lends helping hands across JBSA-Fort Sam Houston
June 26, 2020 — For three days over the June 20 weekend, Boy Scouts from Joint Base San Antonio-Fort Sam Houston’s Troop 23 replaced the ramp at the Marine Corps Wounded Warrior Detachment near Brooke Army Medical Center as part of a member’s Eagle Scout project... MORE

Boy Scouts from Joint Base San Antonio-Fort Sam Houston’s Troop 23 helped to complete an Eagle Scout project, which involved the construction of two U.S. flag collection boxes.

All Army personnel, veterans asked to be recruiters next week
June 26, 2020 — The Army’s top recruiting officer has requested every person affiliated with the Army, including veterans, to be an active recruiter next week, as part of a three-day virtual hiring event that aims to put 10,000 more recruits in boots. The Army National Hiring Days, which kick off June 30, is an all-Army outreach effort to tap into recruiting pools across the country using virtual engagements... MORE