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Joint Base Andrews moves to Health Protection Condition Bravo
February 7, 2022 — Due to a decrease in COVID-19 numbers throughout Maryland and the National Capital Region, Joint Base Andrews moved to Health Protection Condition Bravo today... MORE

JBA hosts groundbreaking for new communications center
February 4, 2022 — Joint Base Andrews hosted a groundbreaking ceremony for the upgraded Consolidated Communications Center on base, Feb. 2, 2022... MORE

Honorees break ground for the new Consolidated Communications Center at Joint Base Andrews, Md., Feb. 2, 2022.

Joint Base Andrews moves to Health Protection Condition Charlie
January 15, 2022 — Due the continued spread of the COVID-19 Omicron variant in the local area and the limited availability of hospital beds in the local area, Joint Base Andrews will move to Health Protection Condition Charlie effective January 18, 2022... MORE

Martin Luther King, Jr. Day: Remembering the civil rights leader
January 14, 2022 — Monday, Jan. 17, 2022, is Martin Luther King, Jr. Day. Officially known as the “Birthday of Martin Luther King, Jr.,” the federal holiday pays homage to one of America’s preeminent civil rights leaders... MORE

Rev. Martin Luther King, Jr. waves during the March on Washington, Aug. 28, 1963.

Holiday Extravaganza kicks off festive season at JBA
December 9, 2021 — Chapel 1 hosted their annual Holiday Extravaganza here Dec. 2, 2021... MORE

The Ceremonial Brass Quintet, one of six musical ensembles that form The U.S. Air Force Band, performs at the Holiday Extravaganza hosted by Chapel 1 at Joint Base Andrews, Md., Dec. 2, 2021.

Andrews Spouses’ Club gives Airmen in dorms Mugs of Cheer
December 7, 2021 — The Joint Base Andrews Spouses’ Club and Airmen volunteers from the 316th Comptroller Squadron gathered together at Chapel 1, Joint Base Andrews, Md., on Dec. 6, 2021, to make gifts for dorm Airmen for the holiday season... MORE

To wish Airmen holiday cheer, mugs are filled with hot cocoa packets, cookies, and other goodies at Chapel 1, Joint Base Andrews, Md., Dec. 6, 2021.

CSAF visits JBA to engage with America’s Airmen
November 18, 2021 — On 17 Nov., 2021, Air Force Chief of Staff Gen. CQ Brown, Jr. visited JBA to engage with America’s Airmen... MORE

Air Force Chief of Staff Gen. CQ Brown, Jr., speaks with Airmen at the 459th Air Refueling Wing at Joint Base Andrews, Md., Nov. 17, 2021. Brown answered questions on topics including Air Force infrastructure, manning and the Total Force Integration concept. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Spencer Slocum)

Washington Nationals invite NCR service members for stadium workout
November 9, 2021 — Military personnel from around the National Capital Region, including members from the 113th Air Refueling Wing, the 316th Wing, and the 316 Civil Engineer Squadron, came together bright and early to participate in a group workout on Nov. 1, 2021 at Nationals Park, Washington, D.C... MORE

Service members from across the National Capital Region gather at Nationals Park for a group workout, Nov. 1, 2021.

Annual Department of Defense housing survey requests tenant feedback
November 8, 2021 — The Department of the Air Force is asking tenants of privatized housing to share their experiences and opinions of the programs via the DoD Tenant Satisfaction Survey that began Oct. 28, 2021... MORE

Annual Department of Defense housing satisfaction survey running through Feb. 5

JBA prepares for winter season
November 5, 2021 — Joint Base Andrews leadership came together to discuss preparations for the upcoming winter season during the "All Things Snow" event at JBA, Md., Nov. 1, 2021. The intent of the event was to cover lessons learned from prior years, outline priorities on the airfield and main base roads, relay current status of de-icing chemicals and snow removal equipment, and run through a table top exercise to ensure all parties understood the various roles and responsibilities... MORE

Joint Base Andrews senior leadership poses for a photo on the flight line during the “All Things Snow" event at JBA, Md., Nov. 1, 2021.

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U.S. Air Force Military Working Dog Cchango looks up at his handler, Staff Sgt. Alexis Krippel, during his retirement ceremony at Joint Base Andrews, Md., Aug. 6, 2025.

From kennel to couch: MWD Cchango and Nero retire after distinguished service

Military Working Dogs Cchango and Nero were honored during a ceremony Aug. 6, 2025, recognizing their retirement from active duty and adoption into permanent homes...

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U.S. Air Force Lt. Col. Tim Marriner, 316th Security Forces Squadron commander, attend the Prince George’s County Police Department’s Military Service Appreciation Luncheon, May 22, 2025.

Continuing the mission: Honoring military veterans in law enforcement

The following are remarks given by Lt. Col. Tim Marriner, 316th Security Forces Squadron commander, at the Prince George’s County Police Department’s Military Service Appreciation Luncheon, May 22, 2025. The remarks have been edited for length and...