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Wing Commander, Command Chief, others say farewell to 459 ARW
June 17, 2025 — The wing says farewell to the 459th ARW Commander, Command Chief, Mission Support Group Commander, Aeromedical Staging Squadron Commander, and Force Support Squadron Commander... MORE

Col. Corey Reed, 459th Air Refueling Wing Commander, gives farewell message to members of the 459th Air Refueling Wing. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Alexcia Givens)

Joint Base Andrews hosts spring town hall
June 16, 2025 — Residents and personnel at Joint Base Andrews gathered for a town hall on May 21 to receive information on base activities and share feedback with senior leadership... MORE

Colonel Oh responds to a question during a town hall.

A legacy of service: From Army airfield to America’s Airfield
June 13, 2025 — As the U.S. Army celebrates its 250th birthday on June 14, 2025, the story of Andrews offers a unique window into the enduring partnership between the Army and Air Force... MORE

U.S. Army Maj. H.J. Nottingham (left) shakes hands with Capt. A.W. Salter, Jr. (right) as he takes over command of the airfield on May 2, 1943, at Camp Springs Army Airfield, Md. Behind them is a P-47 Thunderbolt – which was flown by Capt. D.A. Douglass (middle) -- that was the first aircraft to land at the airfield. (U.S. Army Photo)

Andrews open IT help desk for fast, face-to-face support
June 12, 2025 — The Fix IT Help Desk held a Grand Opening ceremony at Joint Base Andrews, Md., May 27, 2025. The walk-up help desk opened to provide on-demand assistance for client systems, ensuring that personnel have the tools they need for mission success... MORE

A display sits in the Fix IT Walk-Up Help Desk warehouse space during its grand opening at Joint Base Andrews, Md., May 27, 2025. Andrews leadership and distinguished guests attended the event, followed by a tour of the new single point IT office for service members across the National Capital Region. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Patrick Njuguna)

‘The Presidents Civil Support Team’ conducts exercise at America’s Airfield
June 12, 2025 — The 33rd Weapons of Mass Destruction Civil Support Team conducted a full-scale chemical, biological, radiological, nuclear and explosive exercise at Andrews, May 21, reinforcing the unit’s mission readiness and tactical proficiency ahead of its upcoming training proficiency evaluation... MORE

The 33rd Weapons of Mass Destruction Civil Support Team Survey Section simulate emergency doffing during a full-scale chemical, biological, radiological, nuclear and explosive exercise at Joint Base Andrews, Md., May 21, 2025.

2025 Small Business Summit forges stronger partnerships
June 12, 2025 — Local small businesses, contracting professionals, and community leaders gathered at Joint Base Andrews on May 30 for the 2025 Small Business Summit, an annual event aimed at building lasting relationships between small businesses and the installation... MORE

New Chiefs of the National Captial Region
June 10, 2025 — Chief Master Sergeants sing the Air Force song to conclude the National Captial Region Chief Recognition Ceremony at Joint Base Anacostia-Bolling, Washington, D.C., May 30, 2025. The song formally known as "The U.S. Air Force" was officially introduced on Sept. 2, 1939... MORE

Chief Master Sgt. Alejandro Gonzalez, lights the chiefs candle.

Andrews recognizes National Police Week with tributes and challenges
May 23, 2025 — In honor of National Police Week, Joint Base Andrews hosted a series of events from May 12 to 16, 2025, in recognition of fallen defenders and their commitment of military and civilian law enforcement ensuring safety at home and abroad... MORE

Members of the 316th Security Forces Group salute during the playing of the national anthem at the National Police Week opening ceremony at Joint Base Andrews, Md., May 12, 2025. Established in 1962, National Police Week is an annual observance that honors local, state, and federal law enforcement officers who have died in the line of duty. (U.S. Air Force photo by Patrick Griffith)

Joint Base Andrews announces 2025 Air Show
May 21, 2025 — Joint Base Andrews will host its highly anticipated air show on Sept.13-14, featuring military and civilian aerial demonstrations, static displays and family-friendly exhibits... MORE

101 Critical Days of Summer – Fun in the sun!
May 19, 2025 — Summer is the time to enjoy the warm sunny days with family and friends but do it safely and never leave Mother Nature to chance and prepare for the unexpected... MORE

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U.S. Air Force Staff Sgt. Jovan Berry, poses for a portrait.

How a Lifetime of Training Saved a Life

“You better not die; the kids would be so mad.” It’s a surreal scene. The smell of a small, old bathroom, the endless noise of security forces over the radio. A man, blue in the face, face down on the floor in a dire medical situation. And a...

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Lessons in leadership for new supervisors

I had the honor of serving as class mentor for Airman Leadership School Class 25-Foxtrot, and I was guest speaker at their graduation on Aug. 28, 2025. Watching these dedicated Airmen complete their first level of professional military education was...