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Pentagon announces deployments to replace forces in Europe
May 16, 2022 — Secretary of Defense Lloyd J. Austin III has ordered the deployment of around 10,500 personnel in the coming months to replace previously deployed Army units serving in the European theater of operation... MORE

433rd AW, 960th CW announce May enlisted promotions
May 16, 2022 — The 433rd Airlift Wing and 960th Cyberspace Wing announced the Airmen who earned a promotion in grade... MORE

JBSA-Lackland gate operations change May 19
May 13, 2022 — Starting Thursday, May 19, 2022, the Selfridge West Gate at Joint Base San Antonio-Lackland will be open the following hours: • Monday-Wednesday and Friday: 6-9 a.m. (inbound and outbound) and 3-6 p.m., (outbound only). • Thursday: 6 a.m. to 6 p.m. (inbound and outbound) • CLOSED AETC Family Days and federal holidays ... MORE

Fisher House: 'Home Away From Home' when medical needs arise
May 13, 2022 — For 32 years, more than 430,000 U.S. service members, veterans and their families have made a Fisher House their home away from home during lengthy hospital stays and short-term outpatient care — all free of charge. ... MORE

A large porch with columns frames the entrance to a brick building. A sign bears the words Fisher House.

Army South begins deployment exercise in Honduras
May 13, 2022 — U.S. Army South Soldiers arrived in Honduras May 12 for a nine-day deployment exercise with more than 60 Soldiers to set up a contingency command post in preparation for future forward operations in the U.S. Southern Command area of responsibility... MORE

IMCOM brings leaders together to focus on people
May 13, 2022 — Garrison commanders and command sergeants major from Army installations around the world gathered for a three-day conference May 3-5 at Joint Base San Antonio-Fort Sam Houston to collaborate on ways to enhance Soldier, family and civilian readiness... MORE

BAMC Auxiliary supports patient care through welfare grants
May 13, 2022 — The Brooke Army Medical Center Auxiliary held its annual Welfare Recognition Ceremony May 11. This year, the welfare committee approved 15 grants and four emergency requests totaling more than $24,000 to help support patient care at BAMC... MORE

Army South coordinates cyber defense exchange with Argentine Army
May 12, 2022 — Personnel from U.S. Army South coordinated a three-day subject matter expert exchange with U.S. Army Cyber Command and the Argentine Army Cyber Defense Directorate to share best practices in cyber defense and build cyber program interoperability... MORE

Army identifies next MICC enlisted leader
May 12, 2022 — Army officials recently identified the next command sergeant major for the Mission and Installation Contracting Command at Joint Base San Antonio-Fort Sam Houston... MORE

Is TRICARE Young Adult right for your child?
May 12, 2022 — Is your child turning age 21 or graduating from college soon? Though they lose regular TRICARE coverage upon turning age 21 or age 23 if enrolled full time at an approved college, many young-adult children can continue to get medical and pharmacy benefits up until age 26 through TRICARE Young Adult, or TYA... MORE

Pilot Edge program reinforces air traffic communication for new pilots
May 12, 2022 — It takes more than just an instructor pilot to train student pilots to become the U.S. Air Force’s best. Members of the new Undergraduate Pilot Training 2.5 program understand the importance of the countless individuals who work together to support their success, including the Airmen at Laughlin Air Force Base's air traffic control unit. A new program, Pilot Edge, provides students with the chance to practice procedures with ATC members before they even step into an aircraft. ... MORE

U.S. Air Force Airman 1st Class Christopher Morley, 47th Operations Support Squadron air traffic controller, trains using an air traffic control simulator at Laughlin Air Force Base, Texas, May 4, 2022. The simulator allows Airmen to train for day-to-day air traffic scenarios without the stress of real-world situations. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Kailee Reynolds)

MEDCoE exchange officer earns Australian Conspicuous Service Medal
May 12, 2022 — Lt. Col. Sara Molloy, an Australian exchange officer assigned to the Fielded Force Integration Directorate, U.S. Army Medical Center of Excellence, was awarded the Conspicuous Service Medal by the Australian Ambassador to the United States, the Honorable Arthur Sinodinos, during an investiture ceremony at the Embassy of Australia, Washington, D.C., March 31, 2022... MORE

AI-powered app aims to discover talent in Guard, Reserve
May 12, 2022 — Members of the Reserve and National Guard are highly skilled across a variety of private-sector industries and have the potential to make substantial contributions to Defense Department missions, a DOD official said. ... MORE

As he squats on the floor, a service member looks at an electronic device that's connected to a computer network.

How Special Warfare recruiters helped an Airman begin his quest from afar
May 12, 2022 — When a dual citizen living in the Land of the Rising Sun began his more than 6,000-mile journey to Basic Military Training at Joint Base San Antonio-Lackland, Texas, March 1, 2022, it was the latest major step in his quest to become an Air Force Special Warfare Airman... MORE

Airman Tomokazu Lewis stands in formation during his Basic Military Training graduation ceremony at Joint Base San Antonio-Lackland, Texas, April 21, 2022.

Cryptocurrency scams: tips to avoid being a victim
May 12, 2022 — Crypto scams may take many forms. In many instances, the scammer attempts to either have the victim pay them directly through a cryptocurrency ATM or the scammer has the victim invest in a fake account. Because cryptocurrencies are becoming more widely accepted, these scams can appear in many different forms: romance scams, giveaway scams, phishing scams, bogus business opportunities and cloud mining scams... MORE

New Braunfels Gate at JBSA-Fort Sam Houston closes May 17-June 1
May 12, 2022 — The New Braunfels Gate at Joint Base San Antonio-Fort Sam Houston will close from May 17 to June 1 while construction takes place along Carson Road and North New Braunfels Avenue... MORE

North New Braunfels Gate at JBSA-Fort Sam Houston closes May 17-June 1

Defense secretary says 2023 budget built on new defense strategy
May 12, 2022 — The fiscal 2023 defense budget request was built on the bones of the new National Defense Strategy, and the request is adequate for today's military and ensures the military remains strong in the future, Secretary of Defense Lloyd J. Austin III said... MORE

Secretary of Defense Lloyd J. Austin III testifies during a hearing.

Innovators: Take action now for Spark Tank 2023
May 11, 2022 — Innovators need to take steps now to prepare to submit their game-changing ideas to compete in the 2023 Air Force Spark Tank competition, opening June 1... MORE

Make your way into summer reading at JBSA’s libraries
May 11, 2022 — The Department of Defense MWR Libraries Summer Reading Program can be an important part of keeping your child on track for learning during the summer months. At Joint Base San Antonio, all three installation libraries participate in the program, which begins registration May 16... MORE

NASCAR team salutes military at JBSA
May 11, 2022 — As part of their Military Salutes program, Garrett Smithley, driver of the No. 51 Ford Mustang in the NASCAR Cup Series for Rick Ware Racing, and his crew, brought the team's show car to Joint Base San Antonio May 3-5... MORE

NASCAR team salutes the military at JBSA