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DOD launches Defense Security Cooperation Service to further bolster U.S. advantage through partnerships
October 3, 2024 — The United States' network of military partnerships around the globe is key to maintaining its advantage over strategic competitors, Deputy Defense Secretary Kathleen Hicks said...

National Night Out, SA Neighbors Together celebrated at JBSA
October 2, 2024 — National Night Out and San Antonio Neighbors Together are annual community-building campaigns that promote positive partnerships between law enforcement agencies and the communities they serve...

188th Medical Battalion goes through morning PT at JBSA-Fort Sam Houston
October 2, 2024 — Soldiers with Company A, 188th Medical Battalion recently underwent morning physical training at Joint Base San Antonio-Fort Sam Houston, Texas, on Sept. 10, 2024. ...

AFIMSC Team Tuesday: Child and Youth Programs Compliance and Certification Team
October 1, 2024 — In this edition of Team Tuesday, get to know the Child and Youth Programs Compliance and Certification Team based at Joint Base San Antonio-Lackland, Texas.

Framing the future of homeland defense: Multi-Domain Resiliency Zones
October 1, 2024 — Rapidly emerging technologies like artificial intelligence, quantum computing and directed energy are creating new capabilities and unprecedented performance on the battlefield, affecting the speed and character of conflict. These technological advancements embolden adversaries to challenge the current world order, placing the American homeland at risk. The Army must be prepared to leverage these technologies and defend against novel capabilities in the homeland as well as in forward theater...

Exploring the DOD Pathways Program: A gateway to federal careers
October 1, 2024 — For many people, starting a career with the federal government can seem daunting. However, since 2012, the Defense Department has made the process easier for prospective individuals through its Pathways Program...

Navy Talent Acquisition Group San Antonio recruiters achieve top honors
October 1, 2024 — Two hard-charging Navy Talent Acquisition Group San Antonio Sailors earned the prestigious titles of Senior Sailor and Junior Sailor of the Quarter for the third quarter of fiscal year 2024...

Army North concludes military wildland fire ground response operation in Boise and Payette National Forests
October 1, 2024 — At the request of the National Interagency Fire Center and in support of the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Forest Service, U.S. Army North, U.S. Northern Command’s Joint Force Land Component Command, concluded its wildland fire ground response operation in Boise and Payette National Forests...

Air Force Lt. Gen. Steven Nordhaus confirmed as NGB Chief
October 1, 2024 — The Senate Tuesday confirmed Air Force Lt. Gen. Steven Nordhaus as the 30th chief of the National Guard Bureau. Nordhaus, who will also be a member of the Joint Chiefs of Staff, will be promoted to four-star general and serve as the top officer in the nation’s oldest military force. ...

340th Flying Training Group debuts its Power BI dashboard during fall commanders’ summit
October 1, 2024 — Commanders and senior staff members from the 340th Flying Training Group’s seven geographically separated units gathered in Fredericksburg, Texas, from Sept. 16-20, 2024, for the fall commanders’ summit...

AFIMSC declares FOC for HQ A-Staff transition
October 1, 2024 — The Air Force Installation and Mission Support Center's reorganization into an Air Force Forces staff structure, commonly referred to as an A-Staff, reached full operational capability on Oct. 1...

Pilot program to cover certain child care costs after permanent change of station move
October 1, 2024 — The Defense Department is launching a three-year pilot program meant to reimburse service members up to $1,500 for travel-related expenses incurred for a temporary child care provider following a permanent change of station move.  ...

DOD enhances Middle East defense posture
October 1, 2024 — The Defense Department has taken steps to further enhance the defense posture of U.S. forces throughout the Middle East region to deter aggression and mitigate the risk of a broader regional conflict...

Firefighters sharpen their skills at JBSA
September 30, 2024 — Members of the Joint Base San Antonio Fire Department went through vehicle extraction training at JBSA-Fort Sam Houston on Sept. 24, 2024...

502nd Force Support Squadron supports JBSA through care
September 30, 2024 — By providing effective and reliable childcare, 502nd Force Support Squadron Child and Youth program assistants support the Joint Base San Antonio community and enable service members to focus on the missions at hand...

Lessons from the Berlin Airlift, 75 Years Later
September 30, 2024 — On Sept. 30, 1949, U. S. Air Forces in Europe made its final flight to support the Berlin Airlift. Seen through a contemporary lens 75 years later, that mission laid the groundwork for all airlift-driven humanitarian missions to come – and left behind a legacy all Airmen still strive to emulate...

Air Force gears up for first ATF training events at CSTR sites
September 30, 2024 — The Air Force is preparing for its first Air Task Force training events at Combat Support Training Range sites in November. The events will give Airmen from ATF Combat Air Base Squadrons, or CABS, an opportunity to train as a team and demonstrate the CSTR sites’ ability to host combat support training, said Col. Ross Dotzlaf, Air Force Installation and Mission Support Center Readiness Integration chief. ...

MEDCoE hosts Vietnam Dustoff Association annual reunion
September 27, 2024 — During their annual reunion, the Vietnam Dustoff Association had the opportunity to visit the U.S. Army Medical Center of Excellence at Joint Base San Antonio-Fort Sam Houston on Sept. 25, 2024. The members saw firsthand how medicine and training have changed since performing their mission of medical evacuation in Vietnam by touring the Combat Paramedic and the Critical Care Flight Paramedic programs...

JBSA-Lackland explosive ordnance disposal team takes part in Air Force EOD competition
September 27, 2024 — Hosted by the Air Force Installation and Mission Support Center, this annual explosive ordnance disposal team competition fosters innovation, enhances readiness, and cultivates leadership within the EOD career field...

Finding the right TRICARE Dental Program dentist after moving
September 27, 2024 — Relocating can be an exciting, but stressful, time. Worrying about your family’s dental needs shouldn’t be part of that stress. Here’s a guide to help you find a dentist and understand the advantages of choosing a network provider with the TRICARE Dental Program...