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Military well prepared for civilian transition, official says
October 19, 2023 — Service members are better prepared for their transition to civilian life today than at any other time in history, the acting undersecretary of defense for personnel and readiness said... MORE

'Guardian Spirit' key to Space Force success
October 19, 2023 — Amplifying opportunities for Space Force guardians to shape the future of their service is among the top lines of effort for the chief of space operations... MORE

Service members in uniform are photographed on a watch floor.

ARSOUTH, ARNORTH, and 410th CSB NCOs support local JROTC during drill competition
October 18, 2023 — Seven noncommissioned officers from U.S. Army South, U.S. Army North and 410th Contracting Support Brigade were among the 30 NCOs who volunteered to judge the Thunderbird Classic at Lt. Col. Karen Wagner High School in San Antonio, Texas, on Oct. 14, 2023. The event is the largest drill competition in the state of Texas... MORE

ARSOUTH, 410th CSB, and ARNORTH NCOs support local JROTC during drill competition

AFIMSC executes $9.1 billion in FY23; receives $4.6 billion in multiyear appropriations
October 18, 2023 — The Air Force Installation and Mission Support Center had another record year in FY23, executing $9.1 billion in operation and maintenance funds and receiving $4.6 billion across other multiyear appropriation programs that support Air and Space Forces missions around the globe... MORE

Air University hosts Nineteenth Air Force Educational Fly-In
October 18, 2023 — Air University hosted a education driven fly-in and commander’s call for the Nineteenth Air Force from Oct. 11-14, 2023... MORE

Military members taking a group photo for 19th AF fly-in

Motorcycle deaths are on the rise, but why?
October 18, 2023 — Calling all Airmen, Guardians, supervisors, and family members to call a “knock it off” for motorcycle riders. This is not to keep them from riding, but to urge them to wear their riding gear every time they ride, keep to the speed limit, and avoid drinking and riding... MORE

A participant in the Military Track Day rides his motorcycle July 26, 2016, at Snetterton Circuit in Norwich, England. The closed circuit enabled riders to safely navigate the track without the risk of hitting vehicles pulling out, animals running in the road or pot holes. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Micaiah Anthony)

DOD increases deterrence posture in Middle East, continues aid to Israel
October 18, 2023 — The Defense Department completed five separate C-17 Globemaster III missions to deliver assistance, including munitions, to meet Israel's needs in the wake of the deadly attacks by Hamas terrorists, Deputy Pentagon Press Secretary Sabrina Singh said Oct. 17... MORE

Sailors wearing flight deck gear stand on the flight deck of a Navy aircraft carrier.

National Cybersecurity Awareness Month: Using strong passwords
October 18, 2023 — National Cybersecurity Awareness Month occurs every October and focuses on a different topic each week... MORE

Graphic representing using strong passwords

MICC fiscal year contract execution exceeds $5.6 billion
October 17, 2023 — Acquisition professionals from throughout the Mission and Installation Contracting Command executed 24,329 contract actions valued at more than $5.64 billion throughout fiscal 2023 ensuring installation readiness requirements across the Army while also meeting the needs of Soldiers and their families... MORE

MICC surpasses small business goals for ninth consecutive year
October 17, 2023 — Small business professionals from across the Mission and Installation Contracting Command combined efforts in fiscal 2023 to exceed contracting goals across all socioeconomic categories for the ninth consecutive year... MORE

‘Piggybacking’ can open doors to security problems
October 17, 2023 — Holding a door open for the person behind you may seem like the polite thing to do, but it can lead to a serious security breach at the workplace. The Defense Department calls this practice piggybacking and defines it as an unauthorized person tagging along with an authorized person to enter a facility, restricted area, checkpoint or other controlled environment. ... MORE

An illustration that shows that holding the door open for people behind you when they don't have to scan a common access card can be dangerous.

Army to publish new blue book in 2024
October 17, 2023 — The Army will build a new blue book and blue book app to reinforce standards and discipline across the service, the Army’s top enlisted leader said. The Army Software Factory in Austin, Texas leads the initiative, scheduled to release by October 2024... MORE

Military health, readiness improved through collaboration with small business
October 17, 2023 — The Air Force initiated the Versatile Injury Prevention and Embedded Reconditioning program and partnered with TayCo Brace to develop the XAB (eXternal Ankle Brace). This innovative brace offers better range of motion and comfort, reduces recovery time, and can be worn over combat boots or athletic shoes... MORE

Air Force initiated the Versatile Injury Prevention and Embedded Reconditioning program (VIPER) and partnered with TayCo Brace to develop the XAB (eXternal Ankle Brace). This innovative brace offers better range of motion and comfort, reduces recovery time, and can be worn over combat boots or athletic shoes.

Get to know Sgt. Jeffery Chappell of Army North's Funeral Honors Platoon
October 17, 2023 — U.S. Army Sgt. Jeffery Chappell, a Soldier in the Military Funeral Honors platoon-Caisson Section at Joint Base San Antonio-Fort Sam Houston, Texas, is part of a team that conducts funeral honors to honor fallen Soldiers in the San Antonio, Texas, community. ... MORE

U.S. Army North hosts homeland defense seminar at AUSA, focuses on multi-domain operations
October 17, 2023 — U.S. Army North hosted a Homeland Defense Seminar during the annual meeting of the Association of the United States Army on Oct. 10 in Washington D.C... MORE

DOD remains resolute in support of Israel
October 17, 2023 — Secretary of Defense Lloyd J. Austin III is continuing to coordinate closely with his Israeli counterpart in response to last week's deadly attacks by Hamas terrorists, Pentagon Deputy Press Secretary Sabrina Singh said... MORE

Sailors in uniform stand on the deck of an aircraft carrier.

Alamo Wing inducts Honorary Commanders
October 16, 2023 — The 433rd Airlift Wing inducted six local civic and business leaders into the honorary commanders’ program during a ceremony at Joint Base San Antonio-Lackland on Oct. 14... MORE

Col. William Gutermuth, 433rd Airlift Wing commander, delivers opening remarks to attendees during the Honorary Commanders’ Induction Ceremony at Joint Base San Antonio-Lackland, Texas, Oct. 15, 2023. Honorary commanders have opportunities to learn about their units and commanders through C-5M Super Galaxy tours, demonstrations, events and flights.

JBSA First Sergeant Diamond Sharp Awards
October 16, 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

Alamo Wing Rising Six Council hosts NCO induction ceremony
October 16, 2023 — The 433rd Airlift Wing’s Rising Six Council hosted an induction ceremony on Oct. 15 to celebrate and honor four new noncommissioned officers at Joint Base San Antonio-Lackland, Texas... MORE

Members of the 433rd Airlift Wing stand for a photograph after participating in an NCO Induction Ceremony October 15, 2023, hosted by the Rising Six Council at Joint Base San Antonio-Lackland, Texas. (U.S. Air Force photo by Master Sgt. Samantha Mathison)

BAMC now offers forensic healthcare services to sexual assault victims
October 16, 2023 — Brooke Army Medical Center now has a specially trained team who can provide forensic healthcare services to service members and beneficiaries who are the victims of sexual assault or other abuse... MORE