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JBA opens new combat arms facility, ensures readiness
November 3, 2021 — Instructors and guests gathered outside for a ribbon-cutting ceremony to celebrate the newly built Combat Arms Training and Maintenance facility on base, Nov. 1, 2021... MORE

Col. Tyler Schaff, 316th Wing and installation commander, cuts a ribbon to signify the opening of the new Combat Arms Training and Maintenance facility at Joint Base Andrews, Md., Nov. 1, 2021. The new facility features many upgrades from the previous building, including a new 21-position firing range, weapons and range equipment maintenance area and office and common spaces for the instructors. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Spencer Slocum)

CCAF first combined installations ceremony honors 378 graduates in NCR
November 1, 2021 — The Community College of the Air Force granted Associate of Applied Science degree diplomas to 378 graduates from the National Capital Region during its combined installations Spring/Fall graduation ceremony, held at the Joint Base Andrews Theater, Oct. 21, 2021... MORE

Airmen and officers gather for a group photo during the 2021 Community College of the Air Force graduation, Oct. 21, 2021, at Joint Base Andrews, Md.

316th MDG holds skills fair for medical staff
October 29, 2021 — The 316th Medical Group held a skills fair for installation medical staff at Malcolm Grow Medical Clinics and Surgery Center, JBA, Md., Oct. 26, 2021... MORE

U.S. Air Force Staff Sgt. Tyler Arevalo (center), Raven, 316th Security Forces Group, teaches Airmen non-lethal combat strategies during the Malcolm Grow Medical Clinics and Surgery Center Fair at Joint Base Andrews, Md., Oct. 26, 2021.

SLAT enriches JBA leaders’ understanding of America’s Airfield
October 8, 2021 — Senior leaders across Joint Base Andrews (JBA) representing various mission sets participated in the first Senior Leader Airfield Tour (SLAT) here Aug. 26, 2021... MORE

Senior leaders hear about the current status and major projects on the flightline known as “America’s Airfield” from subject matter experts (SMEs) representing joint partners at Joint Base Andrews during the first Senior Leader Airfield Tour (SLAT) at JBA, Md., Aug. 26, 2021.

"No Heat, No Cool" Fall 2021
October 1, 2021 — The 316th Civil Engineer Squadron (CES) will initiate an installation-wide "No Heat/No Cool" (NHNC) period to enable the switching of heating, ventilation and air conditioning (HVAC) units from cooling to heating mode... MORE

The 316th Civil Engineer Squadron will initiate an installation-wide "No Heat/No Cool" period from Oct. 15 - Nov. 30, 2021, weather permitting, to assist in switching heating, ventilation and air conditioning units from cooling to heating modes.

CMSSF Towberman visits JBA ALS Airmen
October 1, 2021 — U.S. Chief Master Sergeant of the Space Force Roger A. Towberman visited an Airman Leadership School class at Joint Base Andrews, Md., Oct. 1, 2021... MORE

CMSSF Towberman visits the JBA ALS Airmen

1st Heli staying ready for anything
September 24, 2021 — The 1st Helicopter Squadron along with firefighters from the 316th Civil Engineer Squadron held a live rescue and egress training on the flightline, Sept. 16, 2021. ... MORE

The 1st Helicopter Squadron along with firefighters from the 316th Civil Engineer Squadron held a live rescue and egress training on the flightline, Sept. 16, 2021.

Joint Base Andrews honorary commanders tour 113th Wing
September 20, 2021 — Col. Tyler Schaff, 316th Wing and Joint Base Andrews commander, hosted a tour of the 113th Wing, District of Columbia Air National Guard for the JBA Honorary Commanders (HCCs) Program on Sept. 14, 2021... MORE

Col. Tyler Schaff, 316th Wing and Joint Base Andrews commander, Col. Michael Oliver, 113th Wing, District of Columbia Air National Guard vice commander, 316th Wing senior leaders, and Joint Base Andrews honorary commanders pose in front of a 121st Fighter Squadron F-16 Fighting Falcon during the Honorary Commanders Program quarterly visit at JBA, Md., Sept. 14, 2021.

JBA’s CDCs and caretakers show resilience through COVID-19
September 13, 2021 — For most people, March 11, 2020 was when the COVID-19 crisis first became real... MORE

Child-care providers and children from Child Development Center 2 stand together after the Month of the Military Child parade on Joint Base Andrews, Md., April 24, 2020. Some of the providers are wearing purple as a visible way to show support and thank military youth for their strength and sacrifices. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Jared Duhon)

JBA community remembers lives lost on 9/11, 20 years later
September 10, 2021 — Military and community members gathered for a 9/11 Remembrance Ceremony at Hangars 6 and 7 here, today... MORE

A flight of four 1st Helicopter Squadron UH-1N Hueys conduct a flyover during the 9/11 Remembrance Ceremony held at Joint Base Andrews, Md., on Sept. 10, 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...