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Servicemembers reminded of courage, valor during building dedication
March 24, 2011 — The new William A. Jones III Building officially opened its doors here March 22 during a... MORE

(From the left to the right) Mr. Terry Edwards, Air Force Center of Engineering and Environment, Colonel Ken Rizer, 11th Wing/Joint Base Andrews commander, Mr. Robert E. Corsi, Jr., Deputy Administrative Assistant to the Secretary of the Air Force, Representative Steny Hoyer, 5th Congressional District of Maryland, Elizabeth Jones and Anne Gilfillan, daughters of the building's namesake, the Honorable Michael B. Donley, Secretary of the Air Force, Maj. Gen. Darren McDew, Air Force District of Washington commander, and Mr. Timothy Wall, President of CDM Federal Programs Corporation, cut a ribbon signifying the dedication of the new Colonel William Atkinson Jones III building at Joint Base Andrews March 22, 2011. "The Jones Building" is a made from 20 percent recycled material and features a storm water recycling system and green roof, which will help power the energy efficient building while saving the Air Force 44.7 percent annually over the building it is replacing. An air commando and A-1H Skyraider pilot, Colonel Jones was a hero of the Vietnam War and a Medal of Honor recipient. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Melissa V. Brownstein)

Defense Biometric Identification System registration
March 24, 2011 — Joint Base Andrews Naval Air Facility Washington will soon join many Department of Defense... MORE

11th Wing teams up with 167th Airlift Wing for disbursement exercise
March 23, 2011 — In a shining example of total force integration, a barrage of units came together March 16 to... MORE

A 1st Helicopter Squadron Airman balances as an aircrew flight equipment Airman removes protective gear during a decontamination exercise March 16. An example of total force integration between active duty units from Joint Base Andrews and the West Virginia Air National Guard's 167th Airlift Wing, the disbursement exercise allowed all participating units a chance to practice an evacuation of Air Force assets in the event of a chemical attack on the U.S. (U.S. Air Force Photo by Senior Airman Torey Griffith)

Col. Humble assumes command of the 11th OG
March 23, 2011 — Cololnel Gina Humble assumed command of the 11th Operations Group in a ceremony here March... MORE

Members of the Air Force Honor Guard await the arrival of the official party at the 11th Operations Group assumption of command ceremony on Joint Base Anacostia-Bolling March 22. Colonel Gina Humble assumed command of the 11 OG, which oversees the the Air Force Honor Guard, Band and Arlington Chaplaincy. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Torey Griffith)

William A. Jones III Building Telephone Dialing
March 23, 2011 — In order to accommodate more phone customers on Joint Base Andrews, the 744th Communications... MORE

A fire can hit at anytime
March 23, 2011 — It doesn't matter if it's cold or warm outside; you think there is nothing to worry about. You have... MORE

Joint Base Andrews dedicates William A. Jones III Building
March 22, 2011 — MORE

Rep. Steny Hoyer (D-Md.) talks with Maj. Gen. Darren McDew, Air Force District of Washington commander, inside the lobby of the newly dedicated William A. Jones III building during a tour of the facility March 22, 2011. Located atop 17 acres on Joint Base Andrews, the state-of-the-art facility will host 2,300 military and civilian personnel from around the National Capital Region. Col. William A. Jones III was an Air Force pilot who was shot down by enemy fire during the Vietnam War. He landed his aircraft safely, and was awarded the Medal of Honor posthumously for his efforts to locate and rescue a downed pilot. (U.S. Air Force photo by Bobby Jones)

Avoid getting an aching back - Safe Lifting
March 21, 2011 — On Joint Base Andrews, approximately 50 incidents of strained backs were reported to medical... MORE

Retiree Activities Office column: week of Mar. 25 - Apr. 1
March 21, 2011 — The CRSC Application ProcessTo receive Combat Related Special Compensation you must submit your... MORE

Warrior of the Week
March 17, 2011 — Name: Staff Sgt. Gregory A. LouderHometown: Ashland, OhioCurrent Duty Title: 11th Security Forces... MORE

Warrior of the Week- Staff Sgt. Gregory A. Louder

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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...