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Department of the Air Force authorizes pass for COVID booster
December 30, 2021 — Airmen and Guardians who are eligible and elect to receive a booster dose of the COVID-19 vaccine are authorized a four-hour pass, or up to four hours administrative leave for Department of the Air Force civilians... MORE

Holiday COVID-19 screening/testing hours
December 30, 2021 — Holiday COVID-19 screening/testing hours for Joint Base San Antonio... MORE

Military hospital support to FEMA begins in Arizona, Pennsylvania, expands in Michigan
December 30, 2021 — At the request of the Federal Emergency Management Agency, approximately 65 military medical personnel will deploy in four new teams – three 15-person teams to Arizona, Michigan, and Pennsylvania, and one 20-person team to Pennsylvania – to support civilian healthcare workers treating COVID-19 patients... MORE

502nd Logistics Readiness Squadron provides transportation during holiday ‘Exodus’
December 29, 2021 — The 502nd Logistics Readiness Squadron supplied transportation for approximately 5,000 trainees as they recently left for the holidays. But this year, for the first time, they are providing transportation on their return trip. The annual event, known as “Exodus,” allows Airmen the opportunity to spend the holiday season with their families and loved ones. ... MORE

In the National Guard or Reserve? Learn about your health care options
December 29, 2021 — Are you a National Guard or Reserve member? Check out the TRICARE Choices for National Guard and Reserve Handbook... MORE

History being made: AFW2's connection
December 29, 2021 — The United States Space Force celebrated a milestone recently; they are now two years old. On Dec. 20, 2019, then-President Donald J. Trump signed the National Defense Authorization Act, establishing the first new military force since 1947... MORE

National Cyber Director unveils new approach at Cyber War College Conference
December 28, 2021 — At the National Defense University's College of Information and Cyberspace 2021 Cyber Beacon Conference, the nation's first National Cyber Director, Chris Inglis, said his new office will "bring coherence, connectivity and leverage" to the country's cyberspaces and that transgressors will have to "beat all of us to beat one of us."... MORE

AETC is making AF Spark Tank heat … again!
December 28, 2021 — Fifteen semi-finalists for the 2022 Spark Tank campaign were announced Nov. 24, including two submissions that will represent Air Education and Training Command as Air Force Spark Tank semi-finalists... MORE

Air Force discusses future of medicine at annual workshop
December 28, 2021 — Leaders across the Air Force Medical Service met virtually and in person for an annual Senior Leadership Workshop in Leesburg, Virginia, Dec. 7-9, sharing ideas focused on recalibrating operational readiness... MORE

Air Force supports U.S. global health policy priorities of 2021
December 28, 2021 — As the world continues to grapple with the COVID-19 pandemic, the federal government has established new policies in 2021 addressing global health security and the use of global health engagement to mitigate the current pandemic, as well as emerging and future biosecurity threats. ... MORE

Southern Vanguard 22 completes largest operation between U.S., Brazil since World War II
December 28, 2021 — Expanding on their close ties dating back to World War II, soldiers from the U.S. and Brazilian armies stood next to each other with a new sense of brotherhood during the closing ceremony of Southern Vanguard 22 held Dec. 16, 2021, at the Agulhas Negras Military Academy... MORE

DOD issues guidance on plans to counter extremist activity in the force
December 27, 2021 — Pentagon Press Secretary John F. Kirby shared the outcome of the recommendations by the Defense Department's Countering Extremist Activity Working Group during a news conference Dec. 20. ... MORE

Need health advice at home? Chat with a nurse 24/7
December 27, 2021 — With the threat of flu season added to the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic, you might not want to go to the doctor’s office for a minor health issue. And with the Military Health System, or MHS, Nurse Advice Line, you may not have to... MORE

Don’t underestimate Mother Nature: Winter safety tips for cold weather
December 27, 2021 — Never forget the power of nature and its effects, especially if exploring outdoors during the coldest months of the year... MORE

JBSA First Sergeant Diamond Sharp Awards
December 27, 2021 — 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

OSI, investigative partners team to resolve global fraud scheme
December 27, 2021 — The Department of Justice announced on Dec. 22, 2021, a global resolution of its criminal and civil investigations into Balfour Beatty Communities LLC (BBC), one of the largest providers of privatized military housing to the U.S. Armed Forces, for defrauding the U.S. Air Force, U.S. Army, and U.S. Navy, in connection with a scheme to defraud the U.S. military... MORE

326th TRS celebrates U.S. Space Force’s 2nd birthday
December 27, 2021 — The 326th Training Squadron at Joint Base San Antonio-Lackland celebrated the U.S. Space Force’s 2nd birthday with a cake-cutting ceremony at Arnold Hall, Dec. 20... MORE

New Small Market and Stand Alone MTF Organization marks major milestone
December 23, 2021 — The Defense Health Agency officially established the Small Market and Stand Alone Military Treatment Facility Organization, or SSO, during a ceremony at Joint Base San Antonio-Kelly Field, Texas, Dec. 14, 2021... MORE

AFIMSC’s integrated management, combat support meets critical need for OAW mission
December 23, 2021 — When the Air Force Installation and Mission Support Center was established a few years ago, its focus was delivering globally integrated management, resourcing and combat support programs and services across the Air Force enterprise. ... MORE

Signature block pronouns now allowed for Airmen, Guardians
December 23, 2021 — The LGBTQ Initiatives Team, or LIT, a part of the Department of the Air Force Barrier Analysis Working Group, advocated for the change to include pronouns in the signature block's for Airmen and Guardians, one of the latest initiatives the DAF undertook to address barriers to service and promote a more inclusive culture... MORE