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Contracting Soldiers, Airmen ready for joint contracting exercise
June 17, 2021 — Contracting Soldiers from across the U.S. Army’s Mission and Installation Contracting Command at Joint Base San Antonio-Fort Sam Houston are joining their Air Force counterparts June 21-25 for the virtual 2021 Joint Forces Contracting Exercise. ... MORE

Graphic for Joint Forces Contracting Exercise 2021

Air Force Recruiting Service honors top recruiters during Operation Blue Suit
June 16, 2021 — Air Force Recruiting Service rolled out the red carpet for the top recruiters of the year at their headquarters at Joint Base San Antonio-Randolph June 15 to kick off Operation Blue Suit... MORE

PTSD & Me: A warrior’s journey to reducing the stigma behind living with invisible wounds
June 16, 2021 — During a 2006 deployment to Afghanistan, retired Master Sgt. Adam Boccher attempted to mount a weapon on top of a Humvee when he heard a rocket launch headed in his direction. Leaping for cover, he... MORE

Master Sgt. (ret) Adam Boccher, Air Force Wounded Warrior Ambassador, suffered a Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI) and suffers from Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) after a deployment to Afghanistan in 2006. Looking back on his recovery journey, he strongly encourages individuals who feel that they may be experiencing potential signs of an invisible wound to be proactive about their mental health by making an appointment with a provider. (Courtesy Photo)

Commentary: Who do I owe?
June 16, 2021 — You may have encountered an article titled “Military or Ethics” by Dr. James H. Toner, where he introduces the ethical principle of owing. Toner contends military ethics cannot exist without the concept of owing. Everyone must understand whom and what they owe. If we know why we owe what we do, we should recognize the obligation, responsibility, and duty that give rise to moral thinking and ethical reasoning... MORE

myLearning digital platform expands courseware; announces new features
June 15, 2021 — Air Education and Training Command’s “myLearning” system is entering phase two of its rollout, adding new features scheduled to be available to Airmen and Guardians early this summer. The Air Force’s 21st Century learning system is part of the service’s focus on the deliberate development of the Total Force. ... MORE

Airman at table on graphic announcing myLearning phase II

Army rolls out new training doctrine FM 7-0 with pivotal changes
June 15, 2021 — The U.S. Army delivered its new training doctrine publication, Field Manual (FM) 7-0, Training, on the Army’s 246th birthday, June 14, 2021. The timing is significant because 242 years ago, Baron von Steuben published the first official training manual of the United States Army in 1779, after the Continental Army’s crucible training at Valley Forge. ... MORE

Dedication leads to Master Military Training Instructor Blue Rope success
June 15, 2021 — Despite multiple failed attempts over the course of 15 months, Tech. Sgt. Felipe Alvarado from the 331st Training Squadron was awarded his Master Military Training Instructor blue rope April 16... MORE

Seven members of the 737th Training Group.

Men's Health Month means preventing problems in advance
June 15, 2021 — June is Men’s Health month which promotes a variety of activities males can do to have healthier, more active lifestyles. It’s no secret men often ignore medical issues and put off going to the doctor. However, to help live a long and healthy life, getting regular check-ups can make a difference... MORE

June is Men’s Health month which promotes a variety of activities males can do to have healthier, more active lifestyles.

16th Air Force (Air Forces Cyber) partnerships create ecosystem for collaboration, innovation
June 15, 2021 — Lt. Gen. Timothy D. Haugh, 16th Air Force (Air Forces Cyber) commander, met with government, academia, and industry partners to witness innovation aimed to protect our nation’s cybersecurity during a visit to the University of Texas at San Antonio’s National Security Collaboration Center May 20. ... MORE

Lt. Gen. Timothy Haugh wears a headset while holding a remote control in his hands during a virtual reality demonstration.

Be alert to summer health hazards
June 15, 2021 — Summer’s here, and with it comes backyard barbecues, days at the beach, and time spent outdoors. Knowing common summer health hazards can help you and your family take the right steps to keep your summer safe and fun... MORE

Current PCS, household goods affected by supply shortages
June 14, 2021 — According to a newly released communiqué from the Air Force’s Personal Property Activity Headquarters, “Department of Defense demand this peak season has greatly exceeded commercial industry capabilities, largely due to resource constraints associated with the COVID-19 pandemic. Per industry, this resulted in a 25% decrease in their labor pool, resulting in (decreased) personal property movement capacity necessary to support private sector and government demand.”... MORE

Open TRICARE For Life Handbook to learn how Medicare, TRICARE work together
June 14, 2021 — Will you be turning age 65 soon? Or are you already eligible for Medicare? If you answered yes to either of these questions, you should check out the TRICARE For Life Handbook... MORE

Building COVID-19 Vaccine Trust: Myths vs. Facts
June 14, 2021 — As of today, more than 140 million people in the U.S. have been fully vaccinated against COVID-19. New vaccinations are happening every day, and it’s a sign of how far we’ve come since the start of the pandemic. Still, there are those who’ve decided to hold off on getting the COVID-19 vaccine until they learn more about it... MORE

MEDCoE instructor selected as U.S. Army Training and Doctrine Command instructor of year
June 14, 2021 — Maj. Jordan Gammons, an instructor at the U.S. Army Medical Center of Excellence, or MEDCoE, at Joint Base San Antonio-Fort Sam Houston has been selected as one of the top classroom instructors within the U.S. Army Training and Doctrine Command, or TRADOC... MORE

Air Force coins official Maintenance Duty Uniform, adds immediate wear of tactical OCP caps
June 14, 2021 — Air Force commanders of units with aircraft maintenance, industrial and other labor intensive Air Force Specialty Codes will have the option to authorize wear of a standardized, maintenance duty uniform, also referred to as coveralls, which may be worn on a day-to-day basis upon publication of the updated AFI 36-2903 anticipated for August 2021... MORE

2021 U.S. Army Military Fiesta Ambassadors announced
June 14, 2021 — The beloved festivities of San Antonio's Fiesta are just around the corner, and this year the U.S. Army Fiesta Military Ambassadors are looking forward to their chance to represent the U.S Army in this 11-day celebration held June 17-27... MORE

16th Air Force (AFCYBER) vice commander promoted to major general
June 14, 2021 — U.S. Air Force Maj. Gen. David M. Gaedecke (right), 16th Air Force (Air Forces Cyber) vice commander recites the Oath of Office during an official promotion ceremony officiated by U.S. Air Force Lt... MORE

Two Airmen in dress uniform hold up right hands during the Oath of Office.

IAAFA leads professional development seminar in Ecuador
June 14, 2021 — For the first time in more than a decade, members of the Inter-American Air Forces Academy from Joint Base San Antonio-Lackland recently collaborated with Ecuadorian armed forces for a professional military exchange in Ecuador... MORE

Longest-serving 59th Medical Wing civil servant retires
June 11, 2021 — “Since I began working here, I have felt like I am a part of something bigger and I was doing something to help people,” said Louise Brown, 59th Medical Wing director of protocol. “I’ve stayed so long, because I really enjoy what I’ve been doing.”... MORE

Five 37th TRG instructors earn AETC master instructor designation
June 11, 2021 — Training squadrons rely on instructors to train the next generation of Airmen on the technical skills needed to perform in their career field specialties. Many Airmen come to Joint Base San Antonio-Lackland as formal technical training instructors; however, few earn the designation of master instructor – the highest honor Air Education and Training Command bestows on instructors... MORE

Instructors and leadership gather for group photo at ceremony.