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JBSA-Fort Sam Houston observes Denim Day to support SAAPM
April 13, 2021 — As the longest-running sexual violence prevention and education campaign in history, Denim Day asks community members, elected officials, businesses and students to make a social statement with their fashion statement by wearing jeans on this day as a visible means of protest against the misconceptions that surround sexual violence... MORE

As the longest-running sexual violence prevention and education campaign in history, Denim Day asks community members, elected officials, businesses and students to make a social statement with their fashion statement by wearing jeans on this day as a visible means of protest against the misconceptions that surround sexual violence.

ARNORTH oversees military vaccination support to FEMA at four new locations
April 13, 2021 — At the request of the Federal Emergency Management Agency, approximately 560 Department of Defense military medical and support personnel have and will deploy to Colorado, Louisiana, Minnesota and Oklahoma to support federal vaccination efforts in partnership with the states... MORE

U.S. Army Spc. Kandris Spencer, a medical specialist assigned to the 10th Field Hospital, administers the COVID-19 vaccine April 2 at the state-run, federally-supported COVID-19 Community Vaccination Center at Trenton Central High School, New Jersey.

SMA pushes for vaccinations as Army aims for return to normalcy
April 12, 2021 — As the Army strives to get back to normal operations this year, increasing the number of vaccinated personnel will enable readiness and expedite the reopening process, said Sgt. Maj. of the Army Michael A. Grinston April 8... MORE

Lt. Col. John Gwinn, commander of the 3rd Battalion, 7th Field Artillery Regiment, 25th Infantry Division, receives the Pfizer-BioNTech COVID-19 vaccine at Schofield Barracks, Hawaii, Jan. 14, 2021.

EFMP Family Support offers individualized Family Needs Assessments
April 12, 2021 — Airmen and Guardians in the Exceptional Family Member Program are encouraged to have a family needs assessment, or FNA, conducted upon entry into EFMP, and then again as needs emerge and family situations change... MORE

IAAFA historian documents past, looks to future
April 12, 2021 — The black and white photographs neatly arranged in a manila folder sit next to dozens of typewritten documents dating back to the 1950s. Some of the photos are visibly damaged and yellowed from time. They’re part of a collection of items that Mateo Gonzalez is documenting for the Inter-American Air Forces Academy... MORE

IAAFA has approximately 800 gifts and artifacts displayed across its campus.

Total Force delivers excellence at BMT
April 12, 2021 — The concept of Total Force Integration is simple – active duty, Reserve, and National Guard Airmen work together in support of the Air Force mission... MORE

The 433rd TRS is comprised of Total Force Airmen who accomplish the basic military training mission — motivate, train and inspire the next generation of Airmen and Guardians with the foundation to deliver 21st Century Airpower.

U.S., Salvadoran armies renew training opportunities in Central America following staff talks
April 12, 2021 — U.S. Army South, on behalf of the Army's chief of staff, conducted virtual staff talks with the Salvadoran Army April 7 to promote readiness-focused bilateral efforts that enhance interoperability, contribute to the readiness of the total force, and improve U.S. Army and partner nation land forces capabilities, to address current and future strategic, operational and tactical security challenges... MORE

Maj. Gen. Daniel R. Walrath, Army South commanding general, signs the agreed-to-actions document between the U. S. and Salvadoran armies April 7, outlining future training commitments and professional exchanges between the two armies.

Local Air Force wings forge strong bonds through partnerships
April 12, 2021 — Commanders of the 433rd Airlift Wing and the 960th Cyberspace Wing at Joint Base San Antonio-Lackland made the wings’ partnership official when they signed a formal memorandum of understanding March 31. Teams from each wing spent almost a year working together documenting the required mission support services to optimize business processes and the manpower needed to support Air Force Reserve policies. ... MORE

Col. Terry McClain, 433rd Airlift Wing commander, and Col. Rick Erredge, 960th Cyberspace Wing commander, sign copies of their respective versions of the 433rd AW and 960th CW Memorandum of Understanding, April 6, 2021, at Joint Base San Antonio-Lackland, Texas. (U.S. Air Force photo by Samantha Mathison)

AETC officials name building in honor of retired Gen. Stephen Wilson
April 9, 2021 — Officials at Air Education Training Command named building 905 “Wilson Hall” and unveiled a plaque bearing the name and image of former U.S. Air Force Vice Chief of Staff retired Gen. Stephen Wilson during a building dedication ceremony at Joint Base San Antonio-Randolph April 9. ... MORE

U.S. Air Force Lt. Gen. Brad Webb (left), commander of Air Education and Training Command, and retired Gen. Stephen Wilson (right), former Vice Chief of Staff of the Air Force, unveil the Wilson Hall dedication plaque April 9 at Joint Base San Antonio-Randolph. Wilson’s career began in AETC as a student pilot at Laughlin Air Force Base, Texas, followed by an assignment as a T-38 Talon instructor pilot there.

JBSA commemorates Days of Remembrance
April 9, 2021 — This year’s theme is “Acknowledge, Preserve, Honor” and pays tribute to the military photographers who played a crucial role in documenting evidence of Nazi atrocities and the Holocaust... MORE

In observance of the Holocaust Days of Remembrance from April 4-11, Joint Base San Antonio is providing a virtual presentation to include a poster and presentation.

733rd Training Squadron NCO wins at 4th Air Force
April 9, 2021 — A flight engineer with the 733rd Training Squadron at Joint Base San Antonio-Lackland has been selected as the 4th AF Senior NCO of the Year... MORE

Master Sgt. Jason Henry, 733rd Training Squadron flight engineer instructor, sits in the cockpit of a C-5M Super Galaxy at Joint Base San Antonio-Lackland, Texas, March 25, 2021. Henry won NCO of the Year for 2020 at the 4th Air Force level.

MHS GENESIS Patient Portal expands new features
April 9, 2021 — MHS GENESIS' patient portal is rapidly increasing in size, capability and usability... MORE

JBSA M&FRCs plan virtual military spouse conference April 30-May 1
April 9, 2021 — Military spouses who want to find ways to enhance their personal relationships and well-being will have the opportunity to do so during a virtual conference being planned by the Joint Base San Antonio Military & Family Readiness Centers April 30-May 1... MORE

Military spouses who want to find ways to enhance their personal relationships and well-being will have the opportunity to do so during a virtual conference being planned by the Joint Base San Antonio Military & Family Readiness Centers April 30-May 1. The JBSA Embolden Spouse Conference includes 12 classes and workshops for military spouses, including a panel discussion, which will all be held in a virtual format.

Register for April 15 webinar on TRICARE For Life
April 9, 2021 — Will you soon be eligible for Medicare and TRICARE For Life, or TFL, coverage? If yes, be sure to join the TRICARE webinar titled “TRICARE For Life: Coverage Basics, Eligibility, and Costs” from 1 to 2 p.m. ET April 15 to learn important information on how TFL works... MORE

Feedback Fridays
April 9, 2021 — 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.

How a water polo player turned U.S. Air Force pilot inspires the next generation
April 8, 2021 — U.S Air Force Lt. Col. Jon Somogyi cruises through Converse, Texas, turning onto Judson Llane, returning to his alma mater at Judson High School. He's meeting with Air Force Junior ROTC students to... MORE

Former Water Polo player teaches teens to fly.

U.S. Air Force rolls out new mission statement
April 8, 2021 — The Air Force released its new mission statement: To fly, fight, and win … Airpower anytime, anywhere. This change emphasizes the primary competitive advantage and capabilities that Airpower provides to the nation and joint operations. The ability to fight and win with Airpower is key to facing emerging competitors and near-peer adversaries, according to service leaders. ... MORE

Talent Marketplace developing a Total Force ‘One-Stop-Shop’ assignment platform
April 8, 2021 — The Department of the Air Force is taking another step toward making Talent Marketplace the “one-stop-shop” location for Total Force Airmen and Guardians. A web-based assignment system platform focused on filling mission requirements, Talent Marketplace helps balance the art and science of assignment matching. ... MORE

Air Force Youth Programs accepting applications for summer Virtual Aviation Camp
April 8, 2021 — Applications are open for this year’s Air Force Youth Programs’ Virtual Teen Aviation Camp. Applications are due no later than April 14. The virtual camp, held in partnership with Air Force Aero Clubs, is June 14-25 and offers an introduction to the field of aviation and opportunities for careers and leadership roles within the Air Force and Space Force. ... MORE

149th Medical Group Gunfighters holding COVID-19 vaccine clinics
April 7, 2021 — The 149th Medical Group Gunfighters at Joint Base San Antonio-Lackland have been working to give COVID-19 vaccines to all who want and are eligible for one... MORE

Tech. Sgt. Anthony Montejo, 149th Medical Group readiness noncommissioned officer, gives a COVID-19 vaccination to an active duty member’s spouse during a vaccine clinic on Joint Base San Antonio-Lackland April 1. The 149th MDG is holding weekly COVID-19 vaccination clinics for all eligible beneficiaries.