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Airman's Attic volunteer dedicates time to better the lives of Andrews Airmen
July 15, 2009 — The idea of working seven days a week and sometimes six-hour work days for no monetary gain may seem... MORE

316 CES firefighters learn to specialize in trench rescue
July 15, 2009 — There is a saying about 'being in the trenches,' but for some Team Andrews members, it is not just a... MORE

Andrews Week in Review
July 14, 2009 — MORE

Technical Sgt. James Sparks, left, 113th Wing financial technician, and Tech. Sgt. Jackie Constance, 113th Medical Group medical technician, pack sandbags to form a blast wall perimeter for a tent in preparation for the 113 WG’s upcoming Operational Readiness Inspection. (U.S. Air Force photo/ Bobby Jones)

Warrior of the Week
July 6, 2009 — Rank and Name: Tech. Sgt. Rena "Wah" BanesWing and Unit: 316th Force Support SquadronJob title: Non... MORE

Warrior of the Week- Tech. Sgt. Rena Banes

The 10 most unbreakable records in sports
July 6, 2009 — Editor's Note: This article is the first of a five part series counting down the 10 most unbreakable... MORE

316 WG Protocol specialist brings paintball to Andrews
July 6, 2009 — While on duty, 1st Lt. Sergio Padilla, 316th Wing Protocol duty officer, greets the nation's top... MORE

Team Andrews Airman goes 'Hollywood'
July 6, 2009 — All servicemembers have to learn how to easily transition from one stage to another, but one Team... MORE

Andrews kids 'deploy' during Operation K.U.D.O.S.
July 6, 2009 — Identification card? Check. Dog tags? Check. Orders? Check.The young recruits in Company C sat... MORE

Andrews Week in Review
July 6, 2009 — MORE

Senior Airman Matthew Silliman, left, and Senior Airman Timothy Mulvaney, right, both 316th Civil Engineer Squadron firefighters, observe as trench rescue braces are put into place to support the walls from collapsing inside a 10-foot trench during a trench rescue exercise on the East Side of base Friday. The course was just one of various life saving training courses at Andrews provided by the Maryland Fire Rescue Institute. Other courses that are scheduled during 45 days of rescue training include confined-space rescue, high and low angle rescue, vehicle machinery rescue and swift water rescue. (U.S. Air Force photo/ Bobby Jones)

Andrews leader shows support for Horses for Heroes
June 29, 2009 — The horse has been the most widely used animal throughout recorded military history. They were used... MORE

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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...