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Mom, daughter reunite at mom's BMT graduation
November 19, 2020 — A mother and her daughter had an unconventional reunion at a Basic Military Training graduation Nov. 12, 2020... MORE

Airman Kimberly Moore graduates from BMT and gets to see her daughter Trainee Autumn Bonner who is 3 weeks behind her in BMT.

SAMHS accepting volunteers for COVID-19 vaccine trial
November 18, 2020 — A kick-off event to commemorate the San Antonio Military Health System beginning Phase 3 of the AstraZeneca vaccine trial as part of Operation Warp Speed was held Nov. 18 at Brooke Army Medical Center at Joint Base San Antonio-Fort Sam Houston... MORE

Air Force Competencies lay foundation for Airmen success
November 18, 2020 — In today’s competency-based approach to Force Development, the Air Force will now be able to capture what an Airman “knows and can do” through the newly released Airman’s Foundational Competencies... MORE

graphic outlining the Air Force's foundational competencies

Secretary of the Air Force discusses critical role of new service
November 18, 2020 — Secretary of the Air Force Barbara M. Barrett addressed the American Institute of Aeronautics and Astronautics during the first virtual Accelerating Space Commerce, Exploration, and New Discovery, or ASCEND, event, on the importance of the newest service in the Department of Defense Nov. 16... MORE

U.S. Army South, Chilean Army open virtual staff talks
November 18, 2020 — U.S. Army South, as the Army’s Executive Agent, opened bilateral staff talks with Chilean Army leaders Nov. 16 to strengthen professional partnerships and increase interaction between the two partners. The three-day event provides both armies with a forum to discuss bilateral training opportunities over the next two to three years... MORE

Col. Andrew Rendon, U.S. Army South, and Col. Jorge Salinas, Chilean Army Liaison Officer, listens to opening remarks at the beginning of the U.S.-Chilean Army Staff Talks.

A Tale of Two Air Forces: How the Tuskegee Airmen bridged the divide
November 17, 2020 — Rick Sinkfield is the president of the San Antonio Chapter of The Tuskegee Airmen Inc., which exists to motivate youth to outstanding achievement and leadership in American society and to preserve the legacy of their role models, the Tuskegee Airmen... MORE

The Tuskegee Airmen's purpose was to join in the fight of attacking Berlin. It was the most extended escort mission of the European Air protecting U.S. bombers from attacking enemy aircraft, including Messerschmitt 262 jet fighters.

MTI of the Year attributes win to coworkers, leadership
November 17, 2020 — Master Sgt. Roslyn Ball, 319th Training Squadron, credits the mentorship and bonds she’s shared with her fellow Military Training Instructors in receiving the 2020 MTI of the Year award... MORE

Air Force hosts virtual 2020 EFMP Summit
November 17, 2020 — Families, leaders, mentors and supervisors of Airmen and Space professionals enrolled in the Exceptional Family Member Program participated in the 2020 virtual EFMP Summit Oct. 21, which offered an update on the progress the program has made thus far, as well as a glimpse of improvements on the horizon... MORE

BAMC doctors provide tips for safe holiday season
November 16, 2020 — Celebrating the holidays during a pandemic may bring additional challenges for people this year. With this in mind, Brooke Army Medical Center infectious disease experts recently offered some tips to help keep families safe whether they are traveling or entertaining at home... MORE

Celebrating the holidays during a pandemic may bring additional challenges for people this year. With this in mind, Brooke Army Medical Center infectious disease experts recently offered some tips to help keep families safe whether they are traveling or entertaining at home.

BAMC receives national recognition for surgical quality
November 16, 2020 — The American College of Surgeons National Surgical Quality Improvement Program has recognized Brooke Army Medical Center for achieving meritorious outcomes for surgical patient care for two years running, ranking the hospital among the top 10 percent of participating hospitals for surgical care... MORE

Surgeons perform a procedure at Brooke Army Medical Center, Joint Base San Antonio-Fort Sam Houston, Texas.

JBSA Family Child Care providers of the year recognized
November 16, 2020 — The 502d Air Base Wing and Joint Base San Antonio selected Paloma De La Llata and Tammie McIlroy as the 2019 Family Child Care providers of the year for the 502nd Force Support Squadron’s Child and Youth Services Flight earlier this year... MORE

Air Education Training Command officials recently selected the 2020 Providers of The Year, naming Paloma De La Llata (pictured) and Tammie McIlroy, both family childcare providers with the 502nd Force Support Squadron’s Child and Youth Services Flight.

Construction picks up for new Airman Training Complex at JBSA-Lackland
November 16, 2020 — The Air Force Civil Engineer Center, or AFCEC, is leading a massive $700 million, multi-year construction project to modernize the Gateway to the Air Force for new Basic Military Training recruits at Joint Base San Antonio-Lackland. ... MORE

Steel frame of the dining and classroom facility for Airmen Training Center West Campus goes up

Reserve squadrons train for readiness at JBSA-Lackland
November 15, 2020 — Reserve Citizen Airmen from the 433rd Operations Support Squadron set up a decontamination line at Joint Base San Antonio-Lackland Nov. 8, processing two 68th Airlift Squadron Airmen through the line for mutual training... MORE

Staff Sgt. Louis Tirado, 433rd Operations Support Squadron aircrew flight equipment technician, prepares a decontamination line for readiness training with the 68th Airlift Squadron Nov. 8, 2020, at Joint Base San Antonio-Lackland, Texas. The decontamination line consists of four stations where AFE technicians work to safely decontaminate Airmen from toxic substances. (U.S. Air Force photo by Tech. Sgt. Samantha Mathison)

12th OSS Airman receives STEP promotion
November 13, 2020 — Staff Sgt. Garrett McNeely, 12th Operations Support Squadron aerospace physiology non-commissioned officer in garage for logistics, received his technical sergeant stripe under the Air Force's Stripes for Exceptional Performers Nov. 13 at Joint Base San Antonio-Randolph... MORE

Staff Sgt. Garrett McNeely receives STEP promotion.

Navy Talent Acquisition Group San Antonio welcomes new commander
November 13, 2020 — Cmdr. Michael Files assumed the role of commanding officer of Navy Talent Acquisition Group San Antonio during a change of command ceremony at the Warrior & Family Support Center at Joint Base San Antonio-Fort Sam Houston Nov. 12... MORE

Cmdr. Nicholas Gamiz (center) hands over command of Navy Talent Acquisition Group San Antonio to Cmdr. Michael Files (right) during a change of command ceremony held at the Warrior & Family Support Center on Joint Base San Antonio-Fort Sam Houston Nov. 12. Presiding over the ceremony was Capt. Anthony Bayungan, (left), commodore, Region West, Navy Recruiting Command.

DOD civilian encourages Airmen to share their innovative ideas
November 13, 2020 — Jason Rios is a material handler work lead for the 502nd Logistics Readiness Squadron on Joint Base San Antonio. It is his job to provide protective equipment, such as bulletproof vests and chemical suits, to those who need them. Recently, upon hearing about the Air Force Spark Tank competition, he decided to enter with an idea he came up with several years ago... MORE

Jason Rios, 502nd Logistics Readiness Squadron material handler, poses for a photo Jan. 17, 2019, at Joint Base San Antonio-Lackland.

JBSA First Sergeant Diamond Sharp Awards
November 13, 2020 — The Diamond Sharp Award is sponsored by the Joint Base San Antonio First Sergeants Council and recognizes outstanding Airmen who continually exceed the standard to meet the Air Force mission... MORE

The Diamond Sharp Award is sponsored by the Joint Base San Antonio First Sergeants Council and recognizes outstanding Airmen who continually exceed the standard to meet the Air Force mission.

Like holiday shopping, mailing cards and packages is best done early
November 13, 2020 — It’s always prudent to begin holiday shopping as early as possible, and it’s equally important to get cards and packages in the mail early so they reach their destinations in time for Christmas Day... MORE

Thanksgiving fire safety: food for thought
November 13, 2020 — Giving thanks and spending a day with loved ones, friends, and neighbors is what this holiday is all about, but the Thanksgiving meal can lead to fires from the cooking process. By following a few simple safety precautions in the kitchen, people can avoid any fires that may lead to injuries, deaths, or property loss. ... MORE

By following a few simple safety precautions in the kitchen, people can avoid any fires that may lead to injuries, deaths, or property loss.

Feedback Fridays
November 13, 2020 — If you have a question or concern, please send an email to jbsapublicaffairs@gmail.com using the subject line “Feedback Fridays.” Questions will be further researched and published as information becomes available... MORE

Feedback Fridays is a weekly forum that aims to connect the 502d Air Base Wing with members of the Joint Base San Antonio community. Questions are collected during commander’s calls, town hall meetings and throughout the week.