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11th FSS: Taking care of Airmen
August 20, 2014 — The 11th Force Support Squadron has the daunting task of servicing approximately 60,000 Airmen in... MORE

Joint Base Andrews reminded to update DTS information
August 20, 2014 — Service members at Joint Base Andrews are reminded by the 11th Comptroller Squadron to update their... MORE

Service members at Joint Base Andrews are reminded by the 11th Comptroller Squadron to update their contact information in the Defense Travel System and LeaveWeb to receive notifications and information properly.

Andrews Library: “never too late to become an avid reader”
August 19, 2014 — Equipped with approximately 40,000 books and a knowledgeable staff, the Joint Base Andrews Library... MORE

Lillie (left) and Autumn Griffith read at the library, Aug. 15, 2014 at Joint Base Andrews, Md. The library contributes to the education and enjoyment of both children and adults, with more than 200 books being checked out daily. (U.S. Air Force/Senior Airman Mariah Haddenham)

Airman, Actor, Nerd
August 19, 2014 — After hours of shopping, stitching and crafting, a piece of work comes together. For former Tech... MORE

Randy Sena,11th Wing/Joint Base Andrews chief of exercises, wields his lightsaber while dressed in a Jedi costume he made himself. And avid cosplayer, Sena has won several awards for his designs. (U.S. Air Force photo/Staff Sgt. Rob Cloys)

Victim Advocates Share the Spotlight
August 18, 2014 — MORE

Heather Turner and Katherine Chisom, 11th Wing sexual assault prevention and response victim advocates, are the Warriors of the Week for the week of August 13, 2014 at Joint Base Andrews, Md. Turner and Chisom are being recognized for their dedication to victim advocacy. By researching training opportunities, they are constantly striving to better both themselves and their program. Turner and Chisom both work after hours to accommodate the needs of sexual assault survivors.

Millard assumes command of 'Air Force One' Wing
August 14, 2014 — With a brisk salute and four words, "Sir, I assume command," Col. John C. Millard took command of... MORE

Lt. Gen. Carlton D. Everhart II, 18th Air Force commander, passes the respsonsibility of command of the 89 Airlift Wing to Col. John C. Millard at Joint Base Andrews, Md., Aug 14, 2014. Millard assumed command from Col David L. Almand after serving as the commander of the 376th Expeditionary Wing, Transit Center Manas, Kyrgyz Republic. (U.S. Air Force photo/Airman 1st Class Joshua R. M. Dewberry)

Heart Link offers direction for spouses
August 12, 2014 — The 11th Force Support Squadron hosted a Heart Link event at the Military & Family Wellness Center... MORE

Col. Brad Hoagland, 11th Wing/Joint Base Andrews’ commander, expresses the importance of the spouse’s role in the military during a Heart Link event at the Military & Family Support Center here, August 9, 2014. (U.S. Air Force photo/Airman 1st Class Ryan J. Sonnier)

August 6th Warriors of the Week
August 11, 2014 — MORE

Members of the 11th Logistics Readiness Squadron were recognized as Joint Base Andrews’ “Warrior of the Week”, August 6, 2014, for their flawless planning and execution of timely transportation for the senior leaders during the Senior Leadership Orientation Course. From left to right, Tech. Sgts. Louis Myers and Dave Rhodes, Senior Airmen Lisa Hood and Isaiah King, and 2nd. Lt. Sam Barnes. Also recognized, but not pictured are: Senior Airmen Logan Emberton and Thomas Jarvis, Staff Sgts. Aaron Thomas and Joseph Sedilko, and Tech. Sgt. Paula Newman. (U.S. Air Force photo/Airman 1st Class Ryan J. Sonnier)

USAF Honor Guard march in Bud Billiken Parade
August 11, 2014 — In a parade of smiling, sequined dancers and high school band performances, the United States Air... MORE

Airman 1st Class Shawn Skeetfoster, United States Air Force pallbearer waits for the Bud Billiken Parade to start in Chicago, Il., August 9, 2014. The Bud Billiken Parade is the second largest and longest continuous education parade in the U.S., highlighting the significance of education by providing underprivileged children the chance to be in the spotlight. (U.S. Air Force photo/ Senior Airman Nesha Humes)

JBA members integral to US - Africa Leaders Summit
August 8, 2014 — Like the composers and musicians of an orchestral production, the men and women of Joint Base... MORE

Members of Joint Base Andrews and the Department of State see off the motorcade carrying the Republic of Guinea President, Alpha Conde, on the JBA flightline Aug. 2, 2014. President Conde was making his way to the US - Africa Leaders Summit in Washington D.C. JBA members worked collaboratively with the Department of State, Secret Service and FAA, among others, to ensure the safe arrival and departure of distinguished visitors traveling to and from the summit via the airfield. (U.S. Air Force photo/Senior Airman Kat Lynn Justen)

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U.S. Air Force Staff Sgt. Jovan Berry, poses for a portrait.

How a Lifetime of Training Saved a Life

“You better not die; the kids would be so mad.” It’s a surreal scene. The smell of a small, old bathroom, the endless noise of security forces over the radio. A man, blue in the face, face down on the floor in a dire medical situation. And a...

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Lessons in leadership for new supervisors

I had the honor of serving as class mentor for Airman Leadership School Class 25-Foxtrot, and I was guest speaker at their graduation on Aug. 28, 2025. Watching these dedicated Airmen complete their first level of professional military education was...