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Preventing Crime One At A Time
November 8, 2007 — MORE

Staff Sgt. Vanessa C. Agcamaran, left, Tech. Sgt. Emmett Mack, Center, and McGruff, the Crime Dog, check visitor identification at the main gate Nov. 1. The 316th Security Forces Squadron conducts routine security spot checks. (US Air Force/Bobby Jones)

Inactivation Ceremony
November 8, 2007 — MORE

Brig. Gen. Richard Prosek receives the 231st Combat Communications Squadron Guidon from Lt. Col. Robert D. Price, 231 CCS commander, during the inactivation ceremony. The 231 CCS's mission was to provide rapidly mobile, highly secure, state-of-the-art communications services to the United States of America and the District of Columbia.

Field Support Squadron Stands Up
November 8, 2007 — MORE

Brig. Gen. Dana A. Simmons, commander of the Air Force Office of Special Investigations, shakes hands with Lt. Col. Anita L. Lightfoot, after she accepted, commander of the AFOSI Field Support Squadron on Oct. 30 here.

Chief Master Sergeant Of The Air Force's wife shares experiences
November 8, 2007 — When this young woman met her husband, he was a first sergeant at Tinker. Seven years after they married, Paula McKinley, wife of Chief Master Sergeant of the Air Force, Rodney J. McKinley, is amazed at the path life has laid before them. "I had no idea what I was about to encounter," said Mrs. McKinley. "Never in my wildest dreams did I think that... MORE

Paula McKinley, left, aids Patricia Botkins, Andrews Airman and Family Readiness flight chief with archiving news clippings from past Capital Flyer newspapers on Nov. 5, which illustrate the center's publicizing of family-oriented events. Paula McKinley is the wife of Chief Master Sergeant of the Air Force Rodney J. McKinley.(US Air Force/Bobby Jones)

November recognized as Lung Cancer Awareness Month
November 8, 2007 — The third Thursday of November has been designated by the American Cancer Society as a day to cut down or stop smoking. And the theory is: if you can quit for a day, you can quit for a lifetime. If you smoke cigarettes or use tobacco in any form, consider participating in the event by giving up tobacco for one day. Use this day as the starting... MORE

Andrews to participate in recyling day
November 8, 2007 — Thursday is America Recycles Day and Andrews takes stewardship and personal responsibility seriously and is proud to be part of America Recycles Day. Celebrating its tenth year, this day is dedicated to encouraging Americans to recycle and buy recycled products. The 316th Civil Engineer Squadron Environmental Flight will have an educational exhibit... MORE

Airman and Family Readiness Center offers welcome seminar to spouses
November 8, 2007 — The Airman and Family Readiness Center offers a monthly "Welcome to Andrews" orientation for military members and their spouses moving into the area. The center is offering a new welcome format in order to better reach spouses coming to Andrews Air Force Base. "This month was the first time the A&FRC organized the 'Welcome to Andrews' orientation... MORE

CAPITAL SHIELD tests skills against man-made, natural disasters
November 2, 2007 — MORE

Airmen assist each other with putting on their decontamination suits properly during exercise CAPITAL SHIELD 2007 on Oct. 23. (US Air Force/SSgt Suzanne Day)

Combat Action Medal Awarded
November 1, 2007 — MORE

Staff Sgt. Naeem Stanley, 316th Logistics Readiness Squadron, was awarded the Air Force Combat Action Medal, for performing duties while assigned to the 1058th Guntruck Company, Forward Operating Base Speicher, Iraq. During a combat mission, Sergeant Stanley's HUMVEE, which was the lead vehicle in the convoy, struck a landmine. The vehicle was severely damaged and Sergeant Stanley was injured. Sergeant Stanley was awarded the Purple Heart during a ceremony earlier this year. (US Air Force/A1C Renae Kleckner)

MGMC Coumadin clinic helps patients lead normal lives
November 1, 2007 — The Coumadin clinic here at Malcolm Grow Medical Center has brought life changing differences to its patients.Coumadin is an anticoagulant or blood thinner that is prescribed to patients who suffer from deep vein thrombosis, pulmonary embolism, atrial fibrillation, atrial flutter, myocardial infarction, patients who have heart valve replacements,... MORE

Airmen's Attic gives back to community
November 1, 2007 — The Airmen's Attic is dedicated to easing the financial pressures on military families by giving its patrons free, quality goods including clothing, furniture, appliances, and dishes.Enlisted personnel, E-5 and below and from all military branches, are welcome to shop there and can acquire various items from the Airmen's Attic just by showing an ID... MORE

Logisticians to hold national convention in Washington
November 1, 2007 — In mid-November, more than 1,000 military logisticians from around the world will congregate in Washington, D.C., for the annual Logistics Officers Association National Conference.For four days, Nov. 12 to 15, military, civilian, and contractor logisticians supporting all Department of Defense components will gather at the Washington Hilton for a... MORE

Medical Conference speeds up the Integration process
November 1, 2007 — Military medical leaders from the National Capital Region met Oct. 9 and Oct. 10 during phase two of the National Capital Area's Healthcare Synchronization Conference with the intent of furthering the integration of regional medical resources."[Defense Secretary Robert Gates] has said time and time again that - other than the survival of our... MORE

316 SFS Airman receives Purple Heart
November 1, 2007 — Air Force Staff Sgt. Daniel Peña, 316th Security Forces Squadron patrolman, was awarded the Purple Heart and an Air Force Combat Action Medal by Col. Paul Ackerley, 316th Wing commander on Oct. 26 in a ceremony at the Reel Time Theater.At the ceremony, Tech Sgt. Justin Haggerty, 316 SFS NCOIC of standardizations and evaluations, read a brief... MORE

Staff Sgt. Daniel Pena, 316th Security Forces Squadron, was awarded a Purple Heart for wounds received in battle, while deployed, as well as the Air Force Combat Action Medal. Sergeant Pena had the honor of Congressman Ruben Hinojosa, 15th District of Texas, in attendance during the ceremony on Oct. 26. (US Air Force/A1C Renae Kleckner)

Supreme Court Justice Thomas visits Andrews
November 1, 2007 — Andrews Air Force Base was honored this past Saturday with a visit from Associate Justice of the United States Supreme Court Clarence Thomas, as he visited with local school children for an inspirational meeting and book signing of his new memoir My Grandfather's Son at the Base Exchange.Eight students, along with their parents, welcomed Justice... MORE

Students ranging from six to 15 years old from the Henson Valley Montessori School received a chance to sit and ask questions of Supreme Court Justice Clarence Thomas, prior to a book signing at the Base Exhcnage on Oct. 27. (US Air Force/Senior Airman Jeff Andrejcik)

316 SFS Ravens demonstrate a show of force
October 25, 2007 — MORE

Staff Sgt. David Wood and Staff Sgt Martez Blair, 316th Security Forces Squadron Ravens, simulate a physical disagreement during a demonstration inside hangar four on Sept. 25. The Raven Team's mission is to provide security for all special air missions carrying the President, Vice President and other senior government leaders during their official travel. (US Air Force/SSgt Suzanne Day)

Truck Day
October 25, 2007 — MORE

Staff Sgt. Christopher West, 316th Security Forces Squadron, places a Kevlar helmet on James O'Leary, son of Capt. Steven O'Leary, Air Force Office of Analysis, Assessments and Lessons Learned, during Truck Day at Corkran Preschool, Temple Hills, Md. Oct. 5. (US Air Force/A1C Renae Kleckner)

Coined for Excellence
October 25, 2007 — MORE

Kathy Murphy, The Club at Andrews Catering Manager, gladly accepts the 315th Wing Commander's Coin. Kathy has exhibited superior leadership and teamwork since she has been here. September was extremely busy with more than 70 events including serving more than 500 people from the 303rd Bomber Group. She manages as well as sets a good example by serving and bussing tables. (US Air Force/Bobby Jones)

Injured Receive Special Visit
October 25, 2007 — MORE

Ronald A. Winter, deputy assistant Secretary of the Air Force for Manpower and Reserve Affairs, speaks with an injured servicemember on an air medical evacuation flight that returned from overseas Oct. 19. (US Air Force/TSgt Christopher Matthews)

Navy celebrates 232nd birthday in style
October 24, 2007 — With 232 years of protecting America on the high seas, in the air, and under the waves, the national capital threw a birthday party with its first "Navy Day in D.C." Celebrations were conducted at the U.S. Navy Memorial in Northwest, the Washington Navy Yard in Southeast, and Constitution Hall at the Daughter's of the American Revolution building... MORE

Green Knights Motorcycle Club rides for safety
October 24, 2007 — The Green Knights Motorcycle Club Chapter 20 was founded on Andrews in 2006 to promote safety, mentorship and camaraderie of motorcyclists throughout the National Capital Region. The motorcycle club has members that are Active Duty, Retired, Guard, and Reserve from Andrews, Bolling AFB, the Pentagon and Fort Belvoir. Since its inception, the club... MORE

From left: Master Sgt. Verdis Jones, 1st Lt. Beth Bostick, Tech. Sgt. Melissa McMillen, Eric Parker and Chris Parks. (Courtesy Photo)

Appreciation Day provides retirees with information, flu shots
October 24, 2007 — On Saturday, Andrews AFB hosted the annual Retiree Appreciation Day. Again, this was another great event in support of our retirees. I wanted to personally thank 1st Lt. Matt Finnegan, 1st Helicopter Squadron; 1st Lt. Ricky Hopkins, 1st Helicopter Squadron; and Capt. Edward Kelly, 79th Medical Group for their leadership as project officers. Their... MORE

Senior Airmen Giovanni Espiritu and Zorryanna Karabin, 79th Medical Support Squadron, provide Emma Head, wife of Master Sgt. (red.) Alve D. Head, with nutrition information and samples during the Retiree Appreciation Day luncheon Oct. 20. (US Air Force/TSgt Jason Edwards)

Good hygene key to infection prevention
October 24, 2007 — The recent death of a Virginia teen caused by a drug-resistant Staph infection has heightened concern among parents nationwide and has schools, hospitals and other institutions implementing or reviewing current infection controls processes. The bacteria known as Methicillin-resistant Staphylococcus aureus, commonly pronounced "MeRSA", is a type of... MORE

Andrews to celebrate Red Ribbon Week
October 24, 2007 — Red Ribbon Week is an annual awareness campaign observed during the last week of October and is the oldest and the largest drug prevention program in the country. This year's celebration at Andrews began this past Tuesday through Tuesday and Team Andrews is commemorating this year's campaign with a unique community event. "The base Drug Demand... MORE

Fire Prevention Week teaches safety, awareness, fun
October 18, 2007 — MORE

Sparky the Fire Dog and Staff Sgt. Nathaniel D. Reed, 316th Civil Engineer Squadron fire inspector, greet children at a Child Development Center visit where they talked about fire safety. (US Air Force/A1C Renae Kleckner)

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