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  • With the Christmas season being one of the busiest long-distance travel periods of the year, according to the U.S. Department of Transportation, the 502nd Air Base Safety Office is reminding travelers to take several safety precautions and be prepared before heading out to their holiday destination.

    502nd ABW Safety Office reminds holiday travelers to plan and prepare

    With the winter holiday season being one of the busiest long-distance travel periods of the year, according to the U.S. Department of Transportation, the 502nd Air Base Wing Safety Office is reminding travelers to take several safety precautions and be prepared before heading out to their holiday destination.Whether it’s traveling by vehicle, plane
  • The sounds of Christmas will fill the air with two “Holiday in Blue” concert performances by the U.S. Air Force Band of the West at 3 p.m. Dec. 10 and 11 at Laurie Auditorium, Trinity University, in San Antonio. Tickets for the free concerts can be reserved at Eventbrite.com using search words “USAF Band of the West” and “San Antonio, TX.” To reserve tickets, users must register at the Eventbrite site.

    Holiday in Blue concerts to be held Dec. 10-11 at Laurie Auditorium

    The sounds of the holiday's will fill the air with two “Holiday in Blue” concert performances by the U.S. Air Force Band of the West at 3 p.m. Dec. 10 and 11 at Laurie Auditorium, Trinity University, in San Antonio.Tickets for the free concerts can be reserved at http://www.Eventbrite.com using search words “USAF Band of the West” and “San Antonio,
  • The holidays are a time when friends and family gather together and express gratitude for all they have. It’s a time of food, fun and togetherness. In an instant, however, one bad decision can take all of that away. According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, 10,265 people across the United States died in 2015 due to alcohol-related accidents.

    Drinking and driving this holiday season: a high price to pay

    The holidays are a time when friends and family gather together and express gratitude for all they have. It’s a time of food, fun and togetherness. In an instant, however, one bad decision can take all of that away. According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, 10,265 people across the United States died in 2015 due to
  • Single parents on active duty can experience feelings of isolation as they deal with the stressors that affect them and their families. However, Joint Base San Antonio Military & Family Readiness Centers are addressing the concerns of single parents and offering them a support network to help them better cope with the challenges they face.

    JBSA M&FRCs offer support groups for single parents

    Single parents on active duty can experience feelings of isolation as they deal with the stressors that affect them and their families.However, Joint Base San Antonio Military & Family Readiness Centers are addressing the concerns of single parents and offering them a support network to help them better cope with the challenges they face.“The
  • Along with Santa Claus, the highlight of the Joint Base San Antonio-Randolph tree lighting ceremony was the beautiful 36-foot tree located in Randolph’s Washington Circle. The tree lighting event was held at 6 p.m. Dec. 3 with music provided by the Randolph High School Band and the Randolph Elementary School Choir. Photos with Santa were taken afterwards in the Taj, Bldg. 100.

    JBSA ushers in holiday season with tree-lighting ceremonies

    Active-duty members and their families, retirees and Department of Defense civilians will be able to get into the Christmas spirit next week with tree-lighting ceremonies and activities to be held at Joint Base San Antonio locations.JBSA-Lackland will kickoff the Christmas festivities with a tree lighting ceremony from 6-8 p.m. Tuesday outside the
  • Kenneth Collins (left), United States Postal Services sales and services associate, receives a package from Joe Beach, 502nd Air Base Wing Public Affairs graphic artist, Nov. 15 at the Joint Base San Antonio-Randolph Post Office. The holiday rush at U.S. Postal Service locations is near at hand, so it’s advisable for the families of active-duty members who are serving abroad to mail cards, letters and packages to their loved ones as soon as possible.

    Deadlines near for timely delivery of holiday packages

    The holiday rush at U.S. Postal Service locations is near at hand, so it’s advisable for the families of active-duty members who are serving abroad to mail cards, letters and packages to their loved ones as soon as possible.For the timely delivery of priority and first-class mail by Christmas Day, the USPS recommends mailing cards, letters and
  • Defense Secretary Ash Carter speaks to U.S. Air Force basic military training trainees at the Pfingston Reception Center, Joint Base San Antonio-Lackland, Nov. 16, 2016. Carter is on a four-day trip focusing on the readiness of the nation’s force and the effectiveness of the warfighter’s training and equipment. (U.S. Air Force photo by Sean M. Worrell/Not Released)

    SecDef ensures future military readiness during JBSA visit

    JOINT BASE SAN ANTONIO-RANDOLPH, Texas -- Secretary of Defense Ash Carter traveled to Joint Base San Antonio, Texas, Nov. 16 during a trip focused on ensuring the readiness of the U.S. military and the effectiveness of the training and equipment provided to today’s warfighters.While at JBSA, Carter spoke with Airmen who had just completed basic
  • The holiday season is a joyful time of the year, filled with family gatherings, office parties, festive decorations, gift giving and bountiful meals. However, many people are overwhelmed by the demands of the holiday season, while still others feel the pain of loneliness during a time of year defined by social interaction. Fortunately, members of the military community can rely on a variety of resources to help them cope with the stresses of the holidays, including the chaplain services and mental health professionals.

    Helping agencies offer suggestions to ease holiday blues

    The holiday season is a joyful time of the year, filled with family gatherings, office parties, festive decorations, gift giving and bountiful meals.However, many people are overwhelmed by the demands of the holiday season, while still others feel the pain of loneliness during a time of year defined by social interaction.Fortunately, members of the
  • November is National Child Safety Month and Joint Base San Antonio child caregivers have some tips to help parents keep kids safe year round. For more information on these and other programs available to parents, contact the JBSA-Fort Sam Houston Military & Family Readiness Center at 221-2705, JBSA-Lackland at 671-3722 or JBSA-Randolph at 652-5321.

    CDC gives tips to keep kids safe during National Child Safety Month

    November is National Child Safety Month and Joint Base San Antonio child caregivers have some tips to help parents keep kids safe year round. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, unintended injuries have historically been the leading cause of death in children ages 19 and younger. An unintended injury can include burns,
  • National Adoption Awareness Month is observed every November to direct attention to the tens of thousands of children in the United States who await a permanent, loving family.

    Reimbursements, tax credits assist military families in adoption process

    National Adoption Awareness Month is observed every November to direct attention to the tens of thousands of children in the United States who await a permanent, loving family.Although adopting a child is a rewarding and joyful experience, the adoption process itself can be challenging in a number of ways, especially for military members, who face
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