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Army South Mexican-American officer overcomes challenges, tragedy
September 21, 2023 — Capt. Elizabeth Dupont, U.S. Army South G3/5 planning officer, battled her whole life for what she wanted: her athleticism, her education, and her military service, but all the challenges she faced to forge her life couldn’t compare to the trauma of losing her only child... MORE

Mexican-American officer overcomes challenges and tragedy

Flight nurse devoted to helping others overcomes adversity
September 21, 2023 — Within the walls of the Gateway Club at Joint Base San Antonio-Lackland, Texas, decades of timeless military memorabilia are displayed as a witness to the courage and dedication of countless service members. It is a place where people come together to celebrate and honor the accomplishments of our service members. On Aug. 30, 2023, family, friends, and colleagues gathered to commemorate the retirement of Lt. Col. (ret.) Dana Duerr. Prior to becoming a patient with the Airman Medical Transition Unit, she served as the Senior Program Manager of the Nurse Corps Education and Training Program at the Air Force Medical Readiness Agency... MORE

Lt. Col. (ret.) Dana Duerr, who recently served as Senior Program Manager of the Nurse Corps Education and Training at Air Force Medical Readiness Agency, and her daughter, Mikaela, share an expression of love during Duerr’s retirement ceremony in the Gateway Club at Joint Base San Antonio-Lackland, Texas, Aug. 30, 2023. When Mikaela was growing up, she used to help her mother prepare mannequins that were used to train medics. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Melody Bordeaux)

DOD to upgrade discharges from 'Don't Ask, Don't Tell' policy 
September 21, 2023 — The Defense Department is now working to upgrade veterans' discharges that were less than honorable as a result of the "Don't Ask, Don't Tell" policy, Deputy Defense Secretary Kathleen Hicks said. ... MORE

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JBSA welcomes Honor Flight veterans back home
September 20, 2023 — The Joint Base San Antonio and 502nd Air Base Wing Command Team of U.S. Air Force Brig. Gen. Russell D. Driggers and Command Chief Master Sgt. Gilda Alexander were among those on hand to greet Honor Flight veterans Sept. 17 returning to San Antonio International Airport from their trip to Washington D.C... MORE

Sixteenth Air Force commander throws first pitch
September 20, 2023 — U.S. Air Force Lt. Gen. Kevin Kennedy, Sixteenth Air Force commander, threw the first pitch before the San Antonio Missions versus Springfield minor league baseball game, at Nelson Wolff Municipal Stadium, San Antonio, Texas, Sept. 15... MORE

16th Air Force commander throws first pitch for San Antonio Missions versus Springfield minor league baseball game at Nelson Wolff Municipal Stadium, San Antonio, Texas, Sept. 15, 2023.

Back to Basics: AFRC hosts INLEAD Course at Air Force Gateway
September 20, 2023 — Air Force Reserve Command hosted the 2023 International Senior Non-Commissioned Officer Development course for NATO and allied partnered Air Forces and Air Reserve components senior enlisted leaders at Joint Base San Antonio-Lackland Sept. 16-21. ... MORE

The 2023 International Senior Non-Commissioned Officer Development course class pose for a photograph in front of the Inter-American Air Forces Academy on Joint Base San Antonio-Lackland, Texas, September 18, 2023. The INLEAD course is held every summer, sponsored by the International Air Reserve Symposium (IARS) which was established in 1992. The location is changed every five years to allow participants to experience the military heritage of different host nations, while learning leadership development in an international integrated environment. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Brittany Wich)

Air Force Recruiting Service leadership represent at AFA 2023
September 20, 2023 — Top leaders from Air Force Recruiting Service Headquarters conducted a special panel at the Air and Space Force Association’s 2023 Air, Space and Cyber Conference at National Harbor, Maryland, Sept. 11. Brig. Gen. Christopher Amrhein, commander of the Air Force Recruiting Service, and AFRS Command Chief Master Sgt. Rebecca Arbona, led a candid discussion on the state of the recruiting efforts for the Department of the Air Force and the recruiting challenges our Nation faces... MORE

U.S. Air Force Brig. Gen. Christopher Amrhein, Air Force Recruiting Service commander, and U.S. Air Force Command Chief Master Sgt. Rebecca Arbona, Air Force Recruiting Service senior enlisted leader, make remarks at the Air and Space Forces Association's Air, Space & Cyber Conference in National Harbor, Md., Sept. 11, 2023.

Air Force accepts first T-7 Red Hawk; aircraft faces more testing
September 20, 2023 — The Air Force accepted the first of five T-7A Red Hawk aircraft from the Boeing Co. Sept. 14. The five Engineering, Manufacturing, and Development aircraft will quickly begin testing and join the two “contractor-owned” production representative jets that have completed more than 500 flights testing performance and flying qualities. Additionally, Test Readiness Review and flight test planning have been completed. ... MORE

The U.S. Air Force accepted the first of five T-7A Red Hawk aircraft from the Boeing Co. on Sep. 14th. (Courtesy photo by Boeing Co.)

Air Force releases Enlisted Airmanship Continuum
September 20, 2023 — The Air Force published a letter to Airmen detailing updates to the enlisted force development model. The model reflects the new Enlisted Airmanship Continuum, a series of changes aiming to provide new development opportunities to Airmen... MORE

Chief Master Sgt. of the Air Force JoAnne S. Bass delivers remarks

DOD highlights 'Don't Ask, Don't Tell' resources
September 20, 2023 — In an effort to reach out to veterans who may have been impacted by the "Don't Ask, Don't Tell" policy that was effective from Feb. 28, 1994 to Sept. 20, 2011, the Defense Department is providing resources that will feature useful information... MORE

JBSA-Fort Sam Houston hosts U.S. Army Medical Center of Excellence Best Medic Challenge
September 19, 2023 — The U.S. Army Medical Center of Excellence Best Medic Challenge took place at Joint Base San Antonio-Fort Sam Houston Sept. 18, 2023... MORE

JBSA-Randolph hosts National Preparedness Month event
September 19, 2023 — Joint Base San Antonio-Randolph hosted a National Preparedness Month event information booth at the 559th Medical Group clinic Sept. 14... MORE

'CSION' develops leaders in military medical research
September 19, 2023 — The ability of military clinicians to conduct medical research is often limited by competing demands and a lack of mentorship opportunities. The 59th Medical Wing’s Chief Scientist’s Office is working to remove these barriers and improve the realm of health care with the Clinician Scientist Investigator Opportunity Network or “CSION.”... MORE

Preventing suicide through social connectedness
September 19, 2023 — Suicide is a significant public health issue that impacts individuals, families, communities and society at large. The issue is also tied to what the U.S. Surgeon General, Dr. Vevek Murthy, called an “Epidemic of Loneliness and Isolation” in a May health advisory that calls for a National Strategy to Advance Social Connection... MORE

Army to once again require NCOs to attend school for promotions
September 19, 2023 — Beginning in January 2024, the Army will reinstate its existing Select, Train, Educate and Promote Policy, which requires noncommissioned officers to complete professional military education training courses before they can be promoted... MORE

Sixteenth Air Force deputy commander celebrates the Air Force’s 76th birthday with Texas A&M JROTC
September 19, 2023 — Major Gen. Thomas K. Hensley, Sixteenth Air Force deputy commander, spoke at Texas A&M University’s Junior Reserve Officer Training Corps Air Force birthday celebration Sept. 15... MORE

16th Air Force deputy commander celebrates the Air Force’s 76th birthday with Texas A&M JROTC

Air Force releases new memo, doctrine on mission command
September 19, 2023 — The documents elaborate on the principles and operationalization of mission command... MORE

Airman 1st Class Zackery Easley, U.S. Air Force Honor Guard Drill Team ceremonial guardsman, greets Vietnam War veterans

12 Outstanding Airmen of the Year: Becoming tomorrow’s DAF ambassadors today
September 19, 2023 — The Air Force’s 12 Outstanding Airmen for 2023 were recognized and honored during the Air and Space Forces Association’s Air, Space and Cyber Conference Sept. 9-13. Master Sgt. Michael A. Galindo, Chief of Weapons and Tactics with the 502nd Security Forces Group at Joint Base San Antonio-Randolph, Texas, was one of the selectees... MORE

Department of the Air Force launches coaching website
September 18, 2023 — At the Department of the Air Force's Coaching site, members can explore how to find and become a professional coach... MORE

Lt. Col. Wendy Cook, 49th Health Care Operations Squadron outgoing commander, receives a final salute from 49th HCOS members

JBSA First Sergeant Diamond Sharp Awards
September 18, 2023 — 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