Joint Base San Antonio > News

Defense Department taking action with Warfighter Brain Health Initiative
December 20, 2023 — The Department of Defense is leading a coordinated effort between operational and medical communities to learn more about brain injuries and their effects on the warfighter as part of its Warfighter Brain Health Initiative... MORE

A service member fires a weapon while another service member, wearing hearing protection, looks on.

How to stay safe and secure during the holidays
December 20, 2023 — Unfortunately, criminals love the holidays just as much as we do. The holiday hustle and bustle can sometimes cause us to lower our defenses, but there are some tips on how we can leverage good holiday safety and security practices... MORE

Protecting your family during the holidays.

Cannon civic leaders take on JBSA-Lackland, Laughlin and Maxwell Air Force Bases
December 19, 2023 — Cannon Air Force Base civic leaders, along with 27th Special Operations Wing leadership, toured three Air Force bases during a cross-country civic leader tour from Nov. 28-Dec. 1, 2023... MORE

Cannon Air Force Base civic leaders witnessed the Basic Military Training coining ceremony during a civic leader tour.

157th Air Refueling Wing visits Air Force Basic Military Training
December 19, 2023 — NCOs, senior NCOs and company grade officers from the 157th Air Refueling Wing flew down to Air Force Basic Military Training at Joint Base San Antonio-Lackland from Nov. 7-9. The group was tasked with bringing their knowledge and understanding of BMT back to the Wing's newest Airmen and trainees. ... MORE

Operation Just Cause Soldiers’ valorous actions recognized after 34 years
December 19, 2023 — Four former U.S. Army Soldiers recently received the Bronze Star Medal with “V” device, or BSM(V), for their valorous actions in Panama 34 years ago. Previously awarded the Army Commendation Medal (ARCOM) following Operation Just Cause — a campaign to overthrow Panamanian dictator Manuel Noriega and restore the democratically elected government of Guillermo Endara in 1989 — the prior service military police officers received upgraded awards at the U.S. Army South holiday ball in San Antonio, Texas, on Dec. 8, 2023. ... MORE

Resiliency begins with leaders, service members looking out for each other
December 19, 2023 — The winter months kick off a season of colorful light displays and celebrations with family and friends for many, but for some, the colder, darker months bring on feelings of despair and loneliness... MORE

DSE opportunities for MEPS, PME and Air Force National Labs available
December 18, 2023 — Developmental Special Experiences provide Air and Space Professionals more than just education and training opportunities, they help the service build the Airmen needed for the future high-end fight... MORE

Space Force leader highlights service achievements, future
December 18, 2023 — Chief Master Sgt. of the Space Force John F. Bentivegna highlighted the accomplishments of Guardians during his keynote address at the Space Force Association's inaugural Spacepower Conference on Dec. 13... MORE

A person in a uniform and eyeglasses is shown gesturing during a speech.

Commander, Naval Medical Forces Support Command promoted to Rear Admiral
December 18, 2023 — U.S. Navy Capt. Walter D. Brafford was promoted to the rank of rear admiral (lower half) by Rear Adm. Rick Freedman, U.S. Navy deputy surgeon general and deputy chief, Bureau of Medicine and Surgery during a promotion ceremony held at BUMED headquarters in Falls Church, Virginia, on Dec. 6... MORE

JOINT BASE SAN ANTONIO-FORT SAM HOUSTON – (Dec. 14, 2023) – Rear Adm. Walter D. Brafford, commander, Naval Medical Forces Support Command (NMFSC) and 40th Chief of the U.S. Navy Dental Corps. NMFSC develops and delivers integrated education and training that produces medical experts to project Medical Power in support of Naval Superiority.

Sixteenth Air Force Airmen share cyber expertise with 130 middle-school students
December 18, 2023 — Sixteenth Air Force members imparted cyber insight and experiences to more than 130 eighth-grade students during an airmen-led panel discussion at Zachery Magnet Middle School on Dec. 13. ... MORE

Captain Hansen talks to the students about her cyber background.

Mission Monday: Security Forces Training
December 18, 2023 — It’s Mission Monday. Meet Lt. Col. Chris Jackson, chief of the Air Force Security Forces Training Division at the Air Force Security Forces Center at Joint Base San Antonio-Lackland... MORE

graphic with photo of Jackson and AFSFC shield

Q&A: How Does TRICARE For Life Work With Medicare?
December 15, 2023 — Will you be eligible for Medicare soon? You may have questions about the different parts of Medicare and how they interact with TRICARE For Life... MORE

Retired World War II veteran sitting in his home

Graduates receive wings at Inter-American Air Forces Academy ceremony
December 15, 2023 — Approximately 200 students from 11 partner nations and the U.S. Air Force are the latest members to earn their wings, a highly-coveted honor symbolizing graduation from the Inter-American Air Forces Academy... MORE

Congress passes fiscal 2024 defense spending bill, pay raise for service members
December 15, 2023 — Congress passed the 2024 National Defense Authorization Act, which is expected to be signed by the president and authorizes a pay raise for both service members and civilian defense employees... MORE

An aerial photo of the Pentagon and surrounding buildings.

DOD releases 2024 Basic Allowance for Housing rates
December 15, 2023 — Basic allowance for housing rates for 2024 will increase by an average of 5.4%. The new rates take effect Jan. 1, 2024.  ... MORE

Whatever you're doing, stay safe during the holidays
December 15, 2023 — Whether you're on the road, decorating at home, starting up the fireplace or cooking a holiday meal, it's important to stay safe during the holiday season, according to the National Safety Council... MORE

Scholarships for Military Children applications available for 2024-2025 academic year
December 15, 2023 — Applications have now opened for Fisher House Foundation’s Scholarships for Military Children program for academic year 2024-2025... MORE

Fisher House Foundation’s Scholarships for Military Children program

NORAD ready to track Santa’s flight for 69th year
December 15, 2023 — Every day of the year, NORAD defends North America using an all-domain and globally integrated approach to track everything that flies in and around Canada and the United States. On Dec. 24, NORAD adds a special mission: tracking Santa... MORE

DOD addresses recruiting shortfall challenges
December 14, 2023 — Shortfalls in some of the military services' recruiting goals for fiscal year 2023 demonstrate the challenges that lie ahead for the all-volunteer force, the Defense Department's acting undersecretary for personnel and readiness said... MORE

A group of young people stand a group and listen to two people in uniform.

Navy Medicine campaign plan supports expeditionary medicine, prepares for future fight
December 14, 2023 — The U.S. Navy Surgeon General has released Navy Medicine's first-ever campaign plan. ... MORE