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Jackson takes reins at Air Force District of Washington, marking a new era at vital command
July 21, 2021 — Air Force District of Washington leadership transitioned during a change of command ceremony here officiated by Air Force Vice Chief of Staff Gen. David Allvin July 20, 2021...

Acting SECAF thanks JBA Airmen during visit
July 16, 2021 — Acting Secretary of the Air Force John P. Roth toured Joint Base Andrews, Md., July 14, 2021...

Identification requirements for accessing JBA
July 9, 2021 — The Joint Base Andrews Visitor Control Center (VCC) would like to clarify an existing policy for those wishing to gain access to the installation. ...

Joint Base Andrews honorary commanders tour Naval Air Facility Washington
July 9, 2021 — Col. Tyler Schaff, 316th Wing and Joint Base Andrews commander, hosted a tour of Naval Air Facility Washington (NAF-W) for the JBA Honorary Commanders Program on June 25, 2021...

Detachment 5's new leader assumes command
June 23, 2021 — Janeva R. Maxson assumed command of Detachment 5, Air Force Installation and Mission Support Center, at Joint Base Andrews, Md., June 17, 2021. The 316th Wing hosted the leadership transition...

316th Operations Group changes command
June 15, 2021 — The 316th Wing hosted the 316th Operations Group’s change of command at Joint Base Andrews, Md., June 10, 2021...

JBA reflects: A year of successful missions, moments
June 11, 2021 — A year has passed since the host unit at Joint Base Andrews, Md., added on to history and reactivated as the 316th Wing when the 11th Wing returned to Joint Base Anacostia-Bolling, in Washington, D.C...

AFDW Chaplain Corps hosts immersion, awards presentation at JBA
June 3, 2021 — The Air Force District of Washington Command Chaplain Corps’ office paired with the 316th Wing Chaplain Corps to host their annual educational immersion course and awards ceremony to recognize the Air Force District of Washington Chaplains and Religious Affairs Airmen on May 18, 2021, at Joint Base Andrews...

Privatized Housing Resident Advocate: assisting service members, families
May 25, 2021 — In 2019, Congress approved additional funding to assist military families living in base housing who were experiencing health hazards such as infestations, mold or asbestos exposure. ...

Wingman/Shipmate Day competitions strengthen bonds between squadrons
May 24, 2021 — Service members cross the finish line of a 5-kilometer race during Wingman/Shipmate Day at Joint Base Andrews, Md., May 11, 2021. Wingman/Shipmate Day is a chance for service members to compete and strengthen the bonds between squadrons at JBA, with activities such as basketball, golf, tennis, music, and other family events...

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U.S. Army Capt. Latoiya Templeton poses for a photo.

One Hundred and One Military Working Dogs: A Military Veterinarian's purpose

Who is U.S. Army Capt. Latoiya Templeton? That’s a question even she struggled to answer. “Oh gosh, I am so many things, I am a mom, I’m a veterinarian, I’m a sister, I’m a daughter. All the things,” said Templeton, Joint Base Andrews branch chief...

Commentary

Lt. Col. Jonathan Bonilla gives remarks during the 5th HS activation ceremony.

Joint Base Andrews

Excellence is not optional

Thank you all for being here today to witness this historic moment. Today is about much more than an assumption of command. Today marks the beginning of a new chapter in Air Force rotary-wing history.And to the Airmen of the Fifth Helicopter...