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U.S. Cyber Command leader visits 16th Air Force's Cyber and Intelligence Forces
August 5, 2021 — U.S. Army Gen. Paul Nakasone, commander, U.S. Cyber Command, director of the National Security Agency, and chief of the Central Security Service visited 16th Air Force (Air Forces Cyber) at Joint Base San Antonio-Lackland Aug. 1-3... MORE

Army General Paul Nakasone shakes hands with man in uniform.

San Antonio Innovation Summit takes on ‘accelerating change’
August 5, 2021 — With the theme of Accelerate Change, the Department of the Air Force pushed innovation forward during the inaugural San Antonio Innovation Summit Aug. 3-4 at the Henry B. Gonzalez Convention Center... MORE

HH-60G Pave Hawk makes debut at 344th Training Squadron
August 5, 2021 — An HH-60G Pave Hawk landed at its new home July 26 on the grounds of the 344th Training Squadron, Career Enlisted Aviator Center of Excellence... MORE

Top military medical doctor predicts Coronavirus longevity
August 5, 2021 — COVID-19 and other such coronaviruses likely will stay in the environment and continue to mutate, said Army Lt. Gen. Ronald J. Place, Defense Health Agency director. ... MORE

A soldier wearing a mask holds a syringe with the needle inserted into a small bottle.

New Force Generation model builds high-end readiness, sustainability for Joint Force
August 5, 2021 — The Air Force announced Aug. 5 it is in the final phases of transitioning to a new force generation model to balance today’s combatant commander needs while building high-end readiness for the future... MORE

MEDCoE hosts first large-scale, outdoor open graduation since pandemic
August 4, 2021 — Army Medicine soldiers assigned to the U.S. Army Medical Center of Excellence, or MEDCoE, graduated from Advanced Individual Training, or AIT, as fully qualified 68W Combat Medics Aug. 3 at Joint Base San Antonio-Fort Sam Houston, Texas... MORE

MEDCoE hosts the first large-scale, outdoor open graduation since the pandemic

Infectious disease physician takes command of BAMC
August 4, 2021 — An infectious disease physician assumed command of Brooke Army Medical Center during a ceremony held Aug. 2 in the Carolyn D. Putnam Auditorium. Army Brig. Gen. Clinton Murray stepped into the role of commanding general after being promoted to his new rank on July 29... MORE

Lt. Gen. Laura J. Richardson: U.S. must remain 'Partner of Choice' in Western Hemisphere
August 3, 2021 — Lt. Gen. Laura J. Richardson, the nominee for the commander post at U.S. Southern Command, told Congress she would build upon her predecessor's efforts and work diligently with U.S. partners to ensure Southcom fully accounts for the defense challenges and opportunities in Central and South America and the Caribbean. ... MORE

A woman dressed in a military uniform stands surrounded by service members, some sitting at wooden picnic tables and some standing.

Military and Family Life counselors help JBSA members cope
August 3, 2021 — Military and Family Life Counselors are just one of the resources available to help cope with reintegration after deployment, anxiety and depression, and stress management, among countless others... MORE

Wanted: Innovative ideas for Spark Tank 2022
August 3, 2021 — Spark Tank 2022, a Department of the Air Force annual competition in which Airmen and Guardians pitch innovative solutions to operational problems, will accept submissions in early August 2021... MORE

Master Sgt. Justin Bauer from the 355th Fighter Wing at Davis-Monthan Air Force Base, Ariz., was awarded the Spark Tank 2021 trophy for his idea, “Innovative Approach to C-130 Wheel Repair.” Spark Tank 2022, a Department of the Air Force annual competition in which Airmen and Guardians pitch innovative solutions to operational problems, will accept submissions in early August 2021.

Army South develops medical evacuation rehearsals with Colombian combat medics
August 3, 2021 — U.S. Army South personnel and 82nd Airborne Division medics joined Colombian military partners to conduct medical evacuation rehearsals July 24, preceding a combined Dynamic Force Employment airborne exercise at Tolemaida Air Base, Colombia... MORE

combined airborne exercise July 24, 2021, at Tolemaida Air Base, Colombia

Website informs civilians about DOD opportunities
August 3, 2021 — Pentagon officials have created a website to emphasize the importance of civilians in the Defense Department's workforce. The site will also serve to educate people about civilian employment and help them explore where they might find their fit within the organization. ... MORE

To flush or not to flush; learn the do’s and don’ts
August 3, 2021 — Sewers are designed to take away wastewater from sinks and baths, as well as toilet paper and human waste flushed down the toilet. But hundreds of people cause blockages in sewers or damage to the environment by putting trash down the toilet... MORE

U.S. Army North Caisson Platoon Sergeant takes final ride
August 3, 2021 — The sound of nine horses' hooves clip-clopping on the roads of Joint Base San Antonio-Fort Sam Houston July 23 signaled the final post ride of Sgt. 1st Class Timothy French, U.S. Army North Caisson Platoon Sergeant... MORE

U.S. Army Sgt. 1st Class Timothy French, the platoon sergeant of the Joint Base San Antonio- Fort Sam Houston Caisson platoon took his final ride, July 23, 2021.

New AFCEC division key to nuclear infrastructure modernization
August 3, 2021 — The Air Force Civil Engineer Center at Joint Base San Antonio-Lackland is centralizing its support of the Air Force’s multi-billion-dollar nuclear infrastructure portfolio with a new division... MORE

Finance guru named 'On the Spot Award' winner for June
August 3, 2021 — What happens when you wake up on payday and check your bank account to find out you weren't paid the right amount?What if you weren't paid at all? Ouch! A gut punch.For the 340th Flying Training... MORE

Air Force Recruiting kicks off Special Warfare summer surge
August 3, 2021 — Air Force Recruiting Service is turning up the heat this summer with a Special Warfare recruiting surge. The idea is to stockpile potential warriors in the developmental pool to have them ready for Basic Military Training by fiscal year 2022... MORE

Special Warfare candidates attend a development session and work on pool skills through the use of flutter kicks in Tampa, Florida.

Maj. Gen. Edmondson assumes command of 2nd Air Force
August 2, 2021 — Maj. Gen. Michele Edmondson took command of 2nd Air Force from Maj. Gen. Andrea Tullos during a change of command ceremony at Keesler Air Force Base, Mississippi, July 30. Edmondson is now responsible for the development, oversight and direction of all operational aspects of basic military training, initial skills training and advanced technical training of all Air Force enlisted members and support officers... MORE

U.S. Air Force Lt. Gen. Brad Webb, commander of Air Education and Training Command, presents the guidon to Maj. Gen. Michele Edmondson, Second Air Force commander, during the Second Air Force change of command ceremony inside the Bay Breeze Event Center at Keesler Air Force Base, Mississippi, July 30, 2021. The ceremony is a symbol of command being exchanged from one commander to the next. Edmondson took command of the Second Air Force from Maj. Gen. Andrea Tullos. (U.S. Air Force photo by Kemberly Groue)

37th TRSS Faculty Development hosts EdTech Thursday webinar featuring Universal Design for Learning
August 2, 2021 — The 37th Training Support Squadron Faculty Development will host an “EdTech Thursday” Zoom webinar on using the Universal Design for Learning framework... MORE

DLIELC welcomes alumnus Hungarian Air Chief
August 2, 2021 — Historically, the Defense Language Institute English Language Center at Joint Base San Antonio-Lackland hosts about 100 international visits every year. These visits welcome high-ranking individuals from all over the world, all in support of the Department of Defense’s mission and security cooperation goals... MORE

Col. Schaefer joins Maj. Gen. Kilian at conference table.