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JBSA raises Health Protection Condition level to CHARLIE
March 24, 2020 — In response to the increased number of positive COVID-19 cases on local military installations and cases of community transmission in the local area, the 502d Air Base Wing and Joint Base San Antonio commander increased the Health Protection Condition to Charlie, or HPCON C, effective March 21, 2020... MORE

JBSA takes measures to prevent exposure, remove contaminants on installations
March 24, 2020 — An important part of continuing to minimize the spread of the disease is cleaning and disinfecting areas that could have been exposed to the virus... MORE

FAQ: COVID-19 impacts to BMT and Technical Training
March 24, 2020 — The COVID-19 pandemic is a dynamic and rapidly evolving situation. The Gateway Wing wants to make sure our internal family and external community all have access to factual and up-to-date information. These frequently asked questions act as a resource for anyone who has questions or concerns about themselves or a loved one that is part of the 37th Training Wing team, including Basic Military Training at the 737th Training Group and technical training at the 37th Training Group. To help lessen confusion key terms are defined below. ... MORE

The COVID-19 pandemic is a dynamic and rapidly evolving situation. The Gateway Wing wants to make sure our internal family and external community all have access to factual and up-to-date information. This frequently asked questions acts as a resource for anyone who has questions or concerns about themselves or a loved one that is part of the 37th Training Wing team, this includes Basic Military Training at the 737th Training Group and technical training at the 37th Training Group.

Let JBSA Exchanges do the shopping with ‘Buy Online, Pick Up in Store’ service
March 24, 2020 — For those Joint Base San Antonio-Fort Sam Houston, JBSA-Lackland and JBSA-Randolph service members and families contending with the social distancing challenges of COVID-19, leveraging their Exchange benefit is made easier with the Army & Air Force Exchange Service’s “Buy Online, Pick Up in Store” service... MORE

Commentary: Self-care key to being best version of you
March 24, 2020 — Commentary from Chief Master Sgt. Jill Victor, AETC First Sergeant functional manager: "As we navigate these uncharted waters surrounding the coronavirus outbreak and response, let me start by saying “thank you.” ... MORE

Don’t sign that lease! DOD orders “Stop Movement” for all domestic travel
March 24, 2020 — To combat the spread of COVID-19, all Department of Defense military personnel will “stop movement” – meaning no Permanent Change of Station (PCS) or Temporary Duty (TDY) travel – effective March 16 through May 11, 2020... MORE

CID cautions teleworkers to adhere to IT best practices
March 23, 2020 — As the Army community continues to encourage teleworking, the U.S. Army Criminal Investigation Command reminds users about cyber adversaries and the importance of keeping all information on the network safe... MORE

55th Wing brings the Rivet Joint to San Antonio
March 23, 2020 — Members of the Air Force’s 55th Wing, out of Offutt Air Force Base, Nebraska, stopped by JBSA-Lackland Feb. 21 to demonstrate the unique capabilities of the RC-135, known as Rivet Joint... MORE

Air Force Information Warfare’s new warfighting unit activates
March 23, 2020 — The 616th Operations Center was activated at Joint Base San Antonio-Lackland during a ceremony March 16... MORE

Air Force provides WAPS testing guidance
March 23, 2020 — Air Force officials announced March 23 that Weighted Airman Promotion System testing is postponed through May 11 to help reduce the spread of the coronavirus COVID-19... MORE

BAMC further adjusts visitation policies
March 23, 2020 — The safety of patients and visitors is a top priority at Brooke Army Medical Center. While we understand the importance of family support during hospitalization, the new COVID-19 coronavirus requires us to temporarily adjust our visiting policy in order to keep our patients and visitors safe from infection... MORE

Soldiers on PCS orders can now request to stay extra year at duty station
March 23, 2020 — Soldiers preparing for a permanent change-of-station move can now request to stay at their current duty station for up to a year, as the Army adapts how it moves people during the COVID-19 crisis... MORE

59th Medical Wing adjusts pharmacy hours, prescription services
March 23, 2020 — The 59th Medical Wing is continuing to make several precautionary adjustments to services to mitigate the spread of infectious diseases and ensure healthcare professionals and resources are poised to support an increased need for acute patient care... MORE

BAMC works to minimize COVID-19 risk by delaying routine, non-urgent care
March 22, 2020 — To ensure Brooke Army Medical Center healthcare professionals are poised to support an increased need for acute patient care and minimize risk to all, certain services and programs have been delayed/reduced at this time, hospital officials said March 22... MORE

Air Mobility Command temporarily suspends most Space-A travel due to COVID-19
March 22, 2020 — Air Mobility Command has temporarily suspended most Space-Available travel aboard AMC and contracted aircraft, except for certain Category I, IV, and VI travel, effective March 21 in order to limit COVID-19’s spread and its impact on the force. ... MORE

DOD makes plans to combat coronavirus
March 21, 2020 — The Defense Department is making plans to combat the coronavirus, DOD leaders said during a news conference March 20... MORE

Army Grappling with COVID-19 Head-on, Says Army Secretary

902nd SFS takes steps to enhance protection during pandemic
March 20, 2020 — As members of the Joint Base San Antonio community grapple with the challenges of shielding themselves and their families during the coronavirus pandemic, the 902nd Security Forces Squadron at JBSA-Randolph is ramping up its efforts to provide another layer of protection... MORE

As members of the Joint Base San Antonio community grapple with the challenges of shielding themselves and their families during the coronavirus pandemic, the 902nd Security Forces Squadron at JBSA-Randolph is ramping up its efforts to provide another layer of protection.

AETC awards Richard C. Schneider Airman of the Year Award
March 20, 2020 — Airman 1st Class Salvatore Morrone, a religious affairs Airman stationed at Joint Base San Antonio-Lackland, was awarded the Richard C. Schneider Airman of the Year award by the United States Air Force Chaplain Corps Feb. 13... MORE

Air Force Master Sergeant (20E7) promotion board rescheduled due to COVID-19 restrictions
March 20, 2020 — The Air Force Master Sergeant (20E7) promotion board has been rescheduled due to COVID-19 restrictions... MORE

JBSA hazmat team prepares new apparatus for consolidated service
March 20, 2020 — A shiny new piece of life-saving equipment sits in an engine bay at Fire Station 5 on Joint Base San Antonio-Fort Sam Houston waiting for a chance to see action. The 30-foot "tool box on wheels" has four tons of carrying capacity, four air tanks for refilling bottles used for breathing air, a 15-foot light mast that can provide 6,000 watts of light, and a generator that can put out 25,000 watts of power... MORE