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Extending mentorship to AF civilians
June 21, 2017 — Col. Julie Grundahl, right, 11th Wing vice commander, greets Christy Nolta, left, Air Force Staff... MORE

Col. Julie Grundahl, right, 11th Wing vice commander, greets Christy Nolta, left, Air Force Staff deputy director, prior to a Civilian “Brown Bag” Mentoring event at Joint Base Andrews, Md., June 16, 2017. Nolta is a member of the Air Force Senior Executive Service and supports the Assistant Vice Chief of Staff and Director of the Air Force Staff by providing advice and help on numerous aspects of Air Force policies, plans and programs. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Jordyn Fetter)

79th Medical Wing inactivates, 11th Medical Group continues mission
June 19, 2017 — Col. Sharon Bannister relinquished command of the 79th Medical Wing during an in-activation ceremony presided over by Maj. Gen. Darryl Burke, Air Force District of Washington commander, here, June 16... MORE

Maj. Gen. Darryl Burke (left), Air Force District of Washington commander, receives the 79th Medical Wing guidon from Col. Sharon Bannister, former 79th Medical Wing commander, during an in-activation ceremony June 16, 2017 at Joint Base Andrews, Md. Bannister had led the wing since assuming command 2015 and its approximately 1,500 Air Force health care professionals operating in eight locations and providing Air Force medical forces for expeditionary deployment, homeland defense operations and operations worldwide. (Photo by Staff Sgt. Joe Yanik)

Motorcycle Safety Day is revved up by 11th Wing Safety Office
June 16, 2017 — A crash simulator, prize giveaways and a police-escorted off-base ride were a few of the activities... MORE

Will Moore, professional motorcycle racer, demonstrates safety maneuvers during the Seventh Annual Motorcycle Safety Day at Joint Base Andrews, Md., June 15, 2017. The day included various demonstrations to educate and spread awareness to JBA members about safe riding practices. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Valentina Lopez)

Arming Defenders
June 16, 2017 — Whether it’s standing guard at the base’s entrances, surveying the flightline or patrolling the roads, JBA’s defenders rely on the 11th Security Support Squadron armory for their firearms and equipment to aid their mission of protecting America’s airfield. Every day, the armory serves National Capital Region customers, including members of the 11th Security Forces Group, augmentees and private gun owners. ... MORE

Senior Airman Chance Dority, 11th Security Support Squadron armorer, charges a radio battery inside the armory at Joint Base Andrews, Md., June 12, 2017. Every day, the armory serves National Capital Region customers, including members of the 11th Security Forces Group, augmentees and private gun owners. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Delano Scott)

Be your own advocate
June 16, 2017 — Standing in line at the Commissary on Joint Base Andrews, Tech. Sgt. Lucas Mefford, 11th Civil... MORE

Tech. Sgt. Lucas Mefford, 11th Civil Engineer explosive ordinance disposal craftsman, holds a scan of his brain at Joint Base Andrews, Md., May 29, 2017. Mefford attended an inpatient program at the National Intrepid Center of Excellence program, in Bethesda, Md., for depression, insomnia, and other symptoms caused by a traumatic brain injury. He continues his medical treatment at JBA and hopes to influence his Airmen to be advocates for their health. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Mariah Haddenham)

Air Force Medical Home improves the patient experience
June 14, 2017 — Many patients who get care at Air Force hospitals and clinics may not think much about the health... MORE

U.S. Air Force Staff Sgt. Andrew Day, 366th Medical Operations Squadron aerospace medicine technician and 1st Lt. Stephanie Doane, 366th MDOS clinical nurse, care for a patient at Mountain Home Air Force Base, Idaho. Primary care physicians, nurses and medical technicians make up the core team under Air Force Medical Home care model, and are joined by specialty care providers when needed.

1st HS performs D.C. flyover
June 14, 2017 — Two 1st Helicopter Squadron UH-1N Iroquois fly over Joint Base Andrews, Md., June 9, 2017. The... MORE

Two 1st Helicopter Squadron UH-1N Iroquois fly over Joint Base Andrews, Md., June 9, 2017. The flight allowed UH-1N crew members to train for high-priority airlift missions and defense support to civilian authorities. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Delano Scott)

Eyes, ears of America’s Airfield
June 12, 2017 — The 89th Airlift Wing’s Special Air Mission provides transportation for the U.S. president, vice... MORE

Airman 1st Class Isaiah Davis, 89th Operations Support Squadron airfield manager, drives on the flightline during a foreign object debris inspection at Joint Base Andrews, Md., June 7, 2017. FOD inspections are conducted every two hours to prevent even small debris causing serious aircraft damage. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Valentina Lopez)

Fight the bite
June 9, 2017 — Airman 1st Class Kofi Adansi, 779th Medical Group public health technician, inspects mosquitos with... MORE

Airman 1st Class Kofi Adansi, 779th Medical Group public health technician, inspects mosquitos with a microscope at Joint Base Andrews, Md., June 8, 2017. The mosquitoes are then sent off to a lab where they are tested for diseases native to the area. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Mariah Haddenham)

Airmen of Note complete southern tour
June 5, 2017 — The U.S. Air Force Band’s Airmen of Note, the premier jazz ensemble of the USAF, wrapped up their four-day summer tour through Georgia and Florida, May 28, 2017. The band performed four concerts for audiences throughout Athens, Augusta and Savanna, Ga., all leading up to their final concert at the Jacksonville Jazz Festival. ... MORE

Tech. Sgt. Michael Cemprola, U.S. Air Force Band’s Airmen of Note saxophonist, plays his instrument prior to a performance at the Fine Arts Auditorium in Savannah, Ga., May 26, 2017. The band performed for more than 8,000 people over the course of their tour throughout Georgia and Florida. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Delano Scott)

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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...