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316th Medical Group prepares for MHS Genesis
February 22, 2023 — On March 25, 2023, the National Capital Region Military Health System will transition to MHS GENESIS, a new electronic health record and patient portal. The 316th Medical Group at JBA and Joint Base Anacostia-Bolling, Washington, D.C., will be impacted by this major transition... MORE

Military and civilians sit at a table with laptops during a meeting.

316th Wing hosts annual awards ceremony
February 17, 2023 — The 316th Wing hosted its 2022 annual awards ceremony at Joint Base Andrews, Md., Feb. 16, 2023... MORE

Members of the 316th Wing gather at the 2022 Annual Awards Ceremony at Joint Base Andrews, Md., Feb. 16, 2023. The wing incorporated a gameshow into the annual awards ceremony. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Matthew-John Braman)

Joint Base Andrews Pre-Raven Course prepares candidates for mental, physical challenges
February 3, 2023 — Security Forces is the largest career field in the Air Force, with thousands of Airmen protecting military bases around the world. Among the masses are small groups of defenders that carry a special title, an achievement that requires hours of intense training, immense physical strength and mental fortitude. These Airmen are known as Phoenix Ravens. ... MORE

Military members in physical training uniforms perform exercises.

Joint Base Andrews celebrates Biomedical Sciences Corps Appreciation Week
January 30, 2023 — The U.S. Air Force has designated January 23-27, as Biomedical Sciences Corps Appreciation Week... MORE

Blood vials line containers prior to testing at the Malcolm Grow Medical Center laboratory at Joint Base Andrews, Md., Jan. 25, 2023.

Junior ROTC cadets receive inside look at 1st Helicopter Squadron mission
January 30, 2023 — The excited chatter of 48 Junior ROTC cadets from Charles H. Flowers High School filled the 1st... MORE

High school students learn about helicopter

AFDW commander visits 316th Wing, recognizes Airmen
January 25, 2023 — Maj. Gen. Joel Jackson, Air Force District of Washington commander, visited units from the 316th Wing to get a better understanding of their missions and to recognize outstanding performers across the base... MORE

Major General Joel Jackson, Air Force District of Washington commander, and Chief Master Sergeant Chassidy Sells, AFDW command first sergeant , meets with Senior Airman Kimarri Fulton, raven with the 316th Wing to recognize her for her outstanding performance within her career field Jan. 24, 2023, Joint Base Andrews.

Joint Base Andrews hosts National Mentorship Month panel
January 23, 2023 — January is National Mentoring Month and Andrews brought together base leadership for a panel offering a unique perspective on career goals, motivation, and challenges one faces while advancing their personal development journey, Jan. 23... MORE

Two men and a woman sit in chairs on a stage.

Honoring Ajola
January 10, 2023 — Senior Airman Jordan Arredondo walks into the dog kennels at Joint Base Andrews in Maryland, hearing all the dogs barking, but one stands out to his ears. This bark was unique and extra raspy but just as loud as the others... MORE

Jordan, Shawn and Ajola pose for a picture. (Courtesy photo)

1st Helicopter Squadron welcomes new chiropractic clinic
January 6, 2023 — The 1st Helicopter Squadron hosted a ribbon cutting ceremony to welcome a new chiropractic clinic being embedded into their squadron at Joint Base Andrews, Maryland, Jan. 4, 2023... MORE

Col. Todd Randolph, right, 316th Wing and installation commander, cuts a ribbon with Dr. Thomas Bui, Human Performance Flight chiropractor, for the grand opening of a new chiropractic clinic at the 1st Helicopter Squadron at Joint Base Andrews, Md., Jan. 4, 2023.

JBA celebrates the holidays
December 22, 2022 — Joint Base Andrews holds their annual holiday parade at Joint Base Andrews, Md., Dec. 20, 2022... MORE

Joint Base Andrews holds their annual Holiday parade, Dec. 20, 2022, at Joint Base Andrews, Md.

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Faces behind the Joint Base Andrews Air Show

From logistics and ground operations to aerial coordination, Airmen, civilians and community partners have been working behind the scenes to bring the 2025 Joint Base Andrews Andrews Air Show to life.The work of these teams spans every corner of the...

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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...