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AETC Centers of Excellence: Mapping curriculum, integrating for future force development
October 11, 2024 — In a deliberate effort to reoptimize for Great Power Competition, or GPC, Air Education and Training Command directed its’ headquarters staff, Nineteenth Air Force and Second Air Force to establish “Centers of Excellence” to advance development capabilities across the Air Force... MORE

In a deliberate effort to reoptimize for Great Power Competition (GPC), Air Education and Training Command (AETC) directed its’ headquarters staff, Nineteenth Air Force (19th AF) and Second Air Force (2nd AF) to establish “Centers of Excellence” (CoEs) to advance development capabilities across the Air Force.

A legacy of service: The Urdzik family’s multi-generational commitment to the military
October 11, 2024 — The Urdzik family is a living testament to dedication, sacrifice, and the unbreakable bonds of family — bound together by a legacy of military service. Across generations and branches of the armed forces, this family has served their country and upheld the values of duty and honor, passing them from one generation to the next... MORE

Tech. Sgt. Jacob Urdzik, a Military Training Instructor at the 737th Training Group, poses for a photo following the Basic Military Graduation of his brother, Airman David Urdzik. The brothers are accompanied by their father, Lt. Col. retired Chris Urdzik, and brother, Cadet 3rd Class Samual Urdzik. The Urdzik family is a multigenerational military family where shared values, sacrifice, and pride unite the past, present, and future.

MICC highlights new contract management tool as fiscal year contract execution exceeds $5.5 billion
October 11, 2024 — When the dust settled on the rush to close out fiscal year contracts by midnight on Sept. 30, acquisition professionals throughout the Mission and Installation Contracting Command estimate that over 22,000 contract actions valued at nearly $5.5 billion across the Army, including $3 billion to American small businesses, were executed throughout fiscal year 2024... MORE

DOD, FEMA working in unison on hurricane relief efforts
October 11, 2024 — The efforts include thousands of DOD personnel, vehicles and equipment providing relief on the ground in the affected states of Florida and North Carolina, as well as executive-level coordination in the nation's capital... MORE

Two service members in camouflage uniforms and a civilian man in shorts and a T-shirt stand outside near a military vehicle amid foliage and debris. One of the service members is shaking hands with the civilian.

Around the Air Force: Air Task Force Combat Support Training, first Guardian launches into space, childcare pilot program
October 11, 2024 — In this week’s look around the Air Force, Air Task Forces prepare for Combat Support Training, the first U.S. Space Force Guardian launches into space on a NASA mission, and the Department of Defense creates a pilot program to cover certain childcare costs after a PCS... MORE

In this week’s look around the Air Force, Air Task Forces prepare for Combat Support Training, the first U.S. Space Force Guardian launches into space on a NASA mission, and the Department of Defense creates a pilot program to cover certain childcare costs after a PCS.

Live in the West Region? Update Your TRICARE payment information with TriWest
October 11, 2024 — Do you currently live in the West Region? Or, do you live in one of the six states (Arkansas, Illinois, Louisiana, Oklahoma, Texas, Wisconsin) moving to the West Region in 2025? If you pay for your TRICARE coverage via credit card or bank electronic funds transfer, you can now securely give your recurring payment information to the incoming West Region contractor, TriWest Healthcare Alliance... MORE

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Settlement of Estate
October 11, 2024 — The Commander regrets to announce the death of Maj. Brenna Cole, assigned to the 375th Cyberspace Operations Squadron, Joint Base San Antonio-Lackland, who passed away on Oct. 2, 2024... MORE

Defense Attaché group visits Sixteenth Air Force, prepares for integrated deterrence
October 11, 2024 — Twenty-nine defense attachés with the Defense Attaché Orientation Program, representing 21 various countries, convened at Sixteenth Air Force at Joint Base San Antonio-Lackland on Sept. 11, to discuss integrated deterrence and understand cyber capabilities for future coordination... MORE

Air Force Reserve increases officer, enlisted bonus program for FY25
October 10, 2024 — In an effort to boost both recruiting and retention, the Air Force Reserve has increased its Officer and Enlisted Incentive Bonus Program for fiscal year 2025... MORE

902nd Civil Engineer Squadron presents Fire Prevention Week at Randolph Elementary School
October 10, 2024 — Members of the 902nd Civil Engineer Squadron met with students during a Fire Prevention Week event at Randolph Elementary School on Oct. 9, 2024, at Joint Base San Antonio-Randolph, Texas... MORE

JBSA hosts Exceptional Military Family Resource Fair
October 10, 2024 — The Exceptional Military Family Resource Fair at Joint Base San Antonio-Randolph, Texas, held on Sept. 21, 2024, provided a network of support for military families with exceptional-needs dependents, bringing together more than 70 community and military partners to share information and resources with JBSA community members... MORE

Miss America gets bit by military working dog
October 9, 2024 — Air Force 2nd Lt. Madison Marsh, Miss America 2024, donned the famous bite sleeve on Oct. 8 at the 37th Training Wing to experience first-hand what it takes to train the elite K-9 teams that play a vital role in national security... MORE

Lt. Marsh working with military working dogs

JBSA now accepting applications for 2025 Air and Space Force military ambassadors
October 9, 2024 — Joint Base San Antonio is looking for two outstanding Airmen and two exceptional Guardians, both male and female, to serve as 2025 military ambassadors... MORE

When hurricanes strike, uniformed services respond
October 9, 2024 — Hurricane response is an all-hands-on-deck effort with the Defense Department and uniformed services providing protection for the homeland with forecasting and monitoring and then with potential recovery efforts... MORE

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Changemakers ... in the culture of caring
October 9, 2024 — The 59th Medical Wing's "Changemakers" series features members who are impacting our organization in a positive way. ... MORE

Medical Wing senior-noncommissioned officer poses for a photo at Wilford Hall Ambulatory Surgical Center

While engaged in Helene relief efforts, DOD prepares for Hurricane Milton
October 9, 2024 — In North Carolina, one of the areas hardest hit, the National Guard has more than 3,300 active duty and National Guard troops on duty under the leadership of a dual-status commander. More than 1,500 of those are active duty soldiers now helping with emergency roof clearance, rotary wing search and rescue and the delivery of food, water and other needed resources to residents, said Deputy Pentagon Press Secretary Sabrina Singh during a briefing Oct. 8. ... MORE

U.S. Army North begins support efforts for Hurricane Milton
October 9, 2024 — At the request of the Federal Emergency Management Agency and in preparation for the anticipated landfall of Hurricane Milton in the state of Florida, U.S. Army North has mobilized active duty Title 10 troops and equipment to be prepared to assist with hurricane response and recovery efforts... MORE

FEMA, USNORTHCOM, U.S. Northern Command, Milton, hurricane

Introducing the Air Force Accessions Center: A new era of recruiting and accessions
October 9, 2024 — Air Force officials hosted a ceremony at Maxwell Air Force Base, Alabama, on Oct. 8, 2024, highlighting the activation of the Air Force Accessions Center (Provisional) at Joint Base San Antonio-Randolph, Texas, and the implementation of a broader strategy to improve how the Air Force inspires, engages, recruits and trains the next generation of Total Force Airmen and Guardians needed to compete, deter, and win in today’s global landscape... MORE

Fire Prevention Week: JBSA Fire and Emergency Services urges residents to check their smoke alarms
October 8, 2024 — The Joint Base San Antonio Fire and Emergency Services is teaming up with the National Fire Protection Association — the official sponsor of Fire Prevention Week for more than 100 years — to promote this year’s FPW campaign, “Smoke alarms: Make them work for you!”... MORE

Learn how referrals, specialty care will work as new TRICARE contracts start in 2025
October 8, 2024 — Health care delivery under new TRICARE contracts starts on Jan. 1, 2025. These new contracts will improve quality and access for beneficiaries in the United States by enhancing referral management and access to specialty care. Learn more about what to expect starting Jan. 1... MORE

Uniformed service member smiles with his wife and toddler as they pose for a selfie.