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Grand Opening of Airmen Ministry Center
November 22, 2017 — In an effort to strengthen spiritual fitness among dorm residents in the Joint Base Andrews community, the 11th Wing Chapel has opened the Airmen Ministry Center here Nov. 16, in building 1631. The goal of the center is to create a space for Airmen to feel safe strengthening their spiritual health with the support of one another. ... MORE

11th Medical Group recognizes Diabetes Awareness Month with a lunch and learn
November 21, 2017 — Diabetes Awareness Month is recognized each November. Dr. Omar Ahmed, 11th Medical Group internal medicine physician, kicked-off this year’s observance with a lunch and learn presentation on insulin resistance, for 29 Family Health Clinic providers and nurses. The 11th Medical Group disease management team served a healthy lunch and attendees discussed lifestyle changes for staff as well as patients. ... MORE

Ready, aim, shoot!
November 21, 2017 — Arrows lay in a pile during an Air Force Wounded Warrior CARE archery training session at Joint Base... MORE

Good mental health critical to readiness
November 20, 2017 — Mental health is a critical part of every Airman’s medical readiness. Although many service members worry that seeking mental health care will negatively effect their career, the opposite is usually true. With early identification and the right treatment by a medical professional, most mental health issues get better quickly without any negative career impact... MORE

AF Drill Team performs at Wise HS
November 17, 2017 — U.S. Air Force Honor Guard Drill Team performed for students and staff as part of a community... MORE

Warrior CARE week shows strength through teamwork
November 17, 2017 — Team Andrews partnered with the U.S. Air Force Wounded Warrior Program for the North East Warrior CARE Event, held at Joint Base Andrews and Oxon Hill, Maryland, Nov. 13 through 17... MORE

JBA youth compete in Redskins program
November 17, 2017 — Ashley Cottrell, left, Washington Redskins cheerleader, reads a book to Rodney Chapman, participant,... MORE

AF Band celebrates Veterans Day in Arlington
November 15, 2017 — Master Sgt. Brooke S. Emery, U.S. Air Force Concert Band clarinetist, performs during the 64th... MORE

Close up of band member playing the clarinet

Take command: Enroll now for 2018 TRICARE coverage
November 9, 2017 — On Jan. 1, 2018, there are a number of changes coming to your TRICARE benefit. This includes a change to the current TRICARE regions. The current three regions (North, South and West) will become two regions (East and West). There will be new regional contractors for the new East and West regions... MORE

Wounded Warrior CARE Event coming to JBA
November 7, 2017 — The U.S. Air Force Wounded Warrior Program, in coordination with the 11th Wing, is scheduled to host the Wounded Warrior Northeast CARE Event at Joint Base Andrews, Nov. 13 to 17... MORE

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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...