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JBA changes command and reactivates 316th Wing
June 11, 2020 — Col. Tyler Schaff assumed command of the 316th Wing at Joint Base Andrews from Col. Andrew Purath during a change of command ceremony on JBA, June, 11, 2020...

Spring changes in the air: JBA says goodbye to 11th Wing, welcomes 316th
June 9, 2020 — As the temperature begins to rise and flowers blossom to their full extent, it becomes evident seasonal change is in the air. With summer months approaching, military families globally gear up for permanent change of station season. This summer, families aren’t the only ones preparing for adjustments. Joint Base Andrews is going through a spring change of its own as it says goodbye to the prestigious 11th Wing and welcomes the 316th Wing. ...

America's Airman: Tech. Sgt. Jilian McGreen
June 5, 2020 — America's Airman: Tech. Sgt. Jilian McGreen...

Refueling During Uncertain Times
June 1, 2020 — Like many, for me the past few weeks have been exhausting. We watched with pride as America triumphantly launched our countrymen into space from U.S. soil for the first time in nearly a decade...

Pharmacy curbside pick-up service ends
June 1, 2020 — 11th Medical Group Pharmacy Curbside Pick-up will no longer be available at Malcolm Grow Medical Center beginning today...

America's Airman: Airman 1st Class Wendy Villarreal
May 29, 2020 — This week's America's Airman is Airman 1st Class Wendy Villarreal...

America's Airman: Staff Sgt. Anastasia Norris
May 22, 2020 — This week's America's Airman is Staff Sgt. Anastasia Norris...

Clinic patients urged to use virtual messaging tool
May 21, 2020 — COVID-19 pandemic safeguards are well established on base to enable Airmen to seek necessary healthcare, according to Col. Andrew Purath, Joint Base Andrews and 11th Wing commander...

Pakistani military plane lands at Joint Base Andrews with donation for COVID-19 response
May 21, 2020 — A Pakistan Air Force transport aircraft landed at Joint Base Andrews this afternoon with 100,000 protective masks and 25,000 coveralls for donation to the Federal Emergency Management Agency for COVID-19 response efforts. ...

New ID card appointment website now available
May 21, 2020 — The Defense Manpower Data Center recently released their DEERS appointment system known as "ID Card Office Online." With this new system rolling out faster than planned, the previous RAPIDS Appointment Scheduler will now shut down with current appointments transferred into the new system. ...

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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...