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New 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline offers easier option for emergency care

A new 988 telephone number became operational July 16, designated as the new three-digit dialing code that routes callers to the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline. http://www.jbsa.mil/News/News/Article/3100501/new-

Women of Courage: Serving on two fronts

Among the thousands of stories highlighting the strength and valor of military members are narratives of female warriors in the Air Force. In commemorating Women’s History Month, the stories of two women assigned to the 37th Training Wing stand out. http://www.jbsa.mil/News/News/Article/3726129/wome

Army vehicles go Airborne as C-5 shows off airlift muscle before airshow

Reserve Citizen Airmen from the 433rd Airlift Wing had a unique opportunity to support the Great Texas Airshow from April 6-7 at Joint Base San Antonio-Randolph, all while getting some critical training to improve the unit’s readiness. http://www.jbsa.mil/News/News/Article/3733845/army

NAMRU San Antonio spotlights Navy Dentist during Women’s History Month

Approximately 50 percent of the Naval Medical Research Unit (NAMRU) San Antonio’s military and support personnel is comprised of women. Therefore, it is fitting that the 2024 theme of Women's History Month is “Women Who Have Made Great Achievements.” http://www.jbsa.mil/News/News/Article/3723633/namr

Navy EFMP families at JBSA welcome new case liaison

The Exceptional Family Member Program is a vital support system for service members who have family members with special medical, mental health, or educational needs. The program is available to all service members on Joint Base San Antonio, no matter their branch of service. http://www.jbsa.mil/News/News/Article/3719288/navy

Commanding Officer, NAMRU San Antonio welcomes America’s newest citizens

Capt. Jennifer Buechel, commanding officer, Naval Medical Research Unit (NAMRU) San Antonio, served as the keynote speaker for the U.S. Citizenship Naturalization Oath Ceremony held at the Military and Family Readiness Center at Joint Base San Antonio-Fort Sam Houston. http://www.jbsa.mil/News/News/Article/3725165/comm

Women's History Month: All-female altitude chamber instructor flight soars to 25,000 feet

In honor of Women’s History Month, the 12th Operations Support Squadron at Joint Base San Antonio-Randolph conducted an all-female altitude chamber instructor flight, which ascended to 25,000 feet. This mission, undertaken by a team of female instructors emphasized the growing role and recognition of women within the armed forces. http://www.jbsa.mil/News/News/Article/3725062/wome

Airmen Helping Airmen: Air Force Assistance Fund ongoing through May 10

The annual Air Force Assistance Fund, or AFAF, campaign provides an opportunity to help fellow Airmen and Guardians when they need it most. http://www.jbsa.mil/News/News/Article/3343736/airm

Naval Medical Forces Support Command hosts annual Instructors, Sailors of the Year Awards Ceremony

Rear. Adm. Walter Brafford, commander, Naval Medical Forces Support Command, or NMFSC, hosted the annual awards ceremony at Joint Base San Antonio-Fort Sam Houston March 29, recognizing the Instructors of the Year and finalists for the command’s Sailor of the Year Program at NMFSC headquarters. http://www.jbsa.mil/News/News/Article/3727813/nava

Special Warfare Training Wing unveils Maltz Special Warfare Aquatic Training Center

The Special Warfare Training Wing hosted the grand opening of the Maltz Special Warfare Aquatic Training Center at Joint Base San Antonio-Chapman Training Annex on April 2, 2024. http://www.jbsa.mil/News/News/Article/3733874/spec

Stage 3 water restrictions implemented across JBSA

All Joint Base San Antonio installations have returned to Stage 3 water restrictions. While residing in the Alamo Region, it is important to understand how restrictions may vary depending on where you live. http://www.jbsa.mil/News/News/Article/3732594/stag

Brooke Army Medical Center creates Wellness Team to address staff needs

Brooke Army Medical Center has stood up an ad hoc wellness team to address staff wellness needs. http://www.jbsa.mil/News/News/Article/3732694/broo

JBSA-Fort Sam Houston commuters, pedestrians need to exercise caution near active construction zone

The much-needed reconstruction of Wilson Way is underway. As construction progresses on Wilson Way, safety remains our top priority. It is asked that pedestrians and commuters please refrain from cutting across the construction zone, especially near the Commissary parking lot to Military Clothing Sales. http://www.jbsa.mil/News/News/Article/3684011/jbsa

JBSA Connect App launches!

Joint Base San Antonio launched a new smartphone app on Dec. 5 designed to provide quick access to installation information and resources. http://www.jbsa.mil/News/News/Article/3600630/jbsa

Ask Away, JBSA connects you with the command team

JBSA is a Beast and sometimes it’s hard to navigate the resources we have for our service members and families. Do you have a question you think only the boss can answer? http://www.jbsa.mil/News/News/Article/3368310/ask-

502nd Air Base Wing public affairs offices begin use of PA Productivity Portal

502nd Air Base Wing public affairs offices now using PA Productivity Portal

The 502nd Air Base Wing Public Affairs offices throughout Joint Base San Antonio have begun using the PA Productivity Portal, or P3, to submit work orders for photographic, video, audio, graphics and editorial support. These services can now be requested at https://safpa.appianportals.com/request. http://www.jbsa.mil/News/News/Article/3390031/502n

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JBSA Latest News

Construction begins on new child care facility at JBSA-Fort Sam Houston

Joint Base San Antonio leaders, along with honored guests and five military children, stand for a photo at the groundbreaking ceremony for a new Child Development Center on JBSA-Fort Sam Houston, April 19, 2024. The center will include five infant activity rooms, six pre-toddler activity rooms, six toddler activity rooms, and five pre-school activity rooms, accommodating 304 children in all. (U.S. Air Force photo by Tristin English).

April 19, 2024 - The long-awaited groundbreaking ceremony for a new Child Development Center on Joint Base San Antonio-Fort Sam Houston took place April 19, 2024...

Air Force Day at the Alamo celebrated April 22

Come out and enjoy the upcoming Air Force Day at the Alamo celebration on April 22 from 11 a.m. to noon at Alamo Plaza in downtown San Antonio.

April 19, 2024 - Come out and enjoy the upcoming Air Force Day at the Alamo celebration on April 22 from 11 a.m. to noon at Alamo Plaza in downtown San Antonio. Later in the day, join us for the Pilgrimage to the Alamo at 3:30 p.m., starting...

JBSA First Sergeant Diamond Sharp Awards

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.

April 19, 2024 - 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...

JBSA’s outstanding military youth recognized

Matt Kuhl, assistant flight chief for Joint Base San Antonio-Fort Sam Houston Child & Youth Programs, presents special commemorative coins to JBSA's Military Youth of the Year, from the left: Jasony Ford, JBSA Randolph’s Youth of the Year; Elizabeth Note, JBSA-Lackland's Youth of the Year; and Leandra Garcia, JBSA-Fort Sam Houston’s Youth of the Year and the Texas State Military Youth of the Year.

April 19, 2024 - Joint Base San Antonio recognizes exceptional military youth each year, one on each of its three major installations. This year’s honorees are Leandra Garcia, JBSA-Fort Sam Houston’s Youth of the Year; Jasony Ford, JBSA...

Sixteenth Air Force inducts five civic leaders into inaugural program

Sixteenth Air Force (Air Forces Cyber) leadership and their respective ‘honorary commanders’ pose for photo after the 16th Air Force Civic Leader Induction Ceremony on April 1, 2024, at the Bernard A. Larger Auditorium at Joint Base San Antonio-Lackland, Texas. The civic leader program connects community leaders from the local San Antonio area with 16th Air Force unit leadership who engage, educate, and empower civic leaders (honorary commanders) as unofficial spokespersons who provide ideas and feedback to commanders as to how Air Force missions can be best accomplished. (Air Force photo by Deirdre McNamara)

April 18, 2024 - Sixteenth Air Force (Air Forces Cyber) welcomed five civic leaders from across the San Antonio area during the first-ever 16th Air Force Civic Leader Induction Ceremony held at the Bernard A. Larger Auditorium at Joint Base...

AFSFC explores updated non-lethal weapon options for Defender force

Gunnery Sgt. Robert Votta from the Inter-service Non-lethal Individual Weapons Instructor Course fires a next-generation human electro-muscular incapacitation device at a target during a limited user evaluation hosted by Air Force Security Forces Center. (Photo courtesy Joint Intermediate Force Capability Office)

April 18, 2024 - The Air Force Security Forces Center is continuing its efforts to arm Defenders with the technology and equipment they need to better protect people and resources across the Department of the Air Force. ...

Earth Day highlights DOD's efforts to support mission, people, environment

As the 50th anniversary of Earth Day approaches, the Environmental Division at the Defense Supply Center Columbus is working hard to meet a goal of becoming a certified USA Tree City through activities such as planting 100 trees in 2020.

April 18, 2024 - The Department of Defense strives to support readiness, resilience, people and the environment in everything it does, the assistant secretary of defense for energy, installations and environment said...

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