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AFDW hosts disaster response exercise
April 4, 2008 — Images of bombed-out buildings such as the World Trade Center, the Khobar Towers, and the Marine Barracks in Lebanon, serve to remind Air Force first responders what they may face on any given day.A course taught to Air Force members at Andrews and Bolling adds to the stress of disaster response operations by creating scenarios that include... MORE

'Code Pink' rattles would be kidnappers
April 4, 2008 — Bright and early Monday morning, a healthy baby boy was welcomed into the world at Malcolm Grow Medial Center.Carlos and Nadia Collazo named the bouncing 6-pounder, Malichi Ramon Collozo. The Callozos' can rest assured knowing that Malichi will be cared for by the outstanding staff, but they also know that he is safe from abductions due to the... MORE

Easter Egg Hunt
March 28, 2008 — MORE

Taylor Hannah, 2, recieves an Easter egg from the Easter Bunny during an Easter egg hunt outside of the 1st and 99th Airlift Squadrons, squadron operations building on March 21. The event was sponsored by the 89th Communications Squadron and treated families to actvities such as face painting, games, coloring for children, food and refreshments. Taylor is the daughter of Staff Sgt. Tywone Hannah, an 89 CS wide ban technician. (US Air Force/Bobby Jones)

Is portion distortion out of control or managable?
March 28, 2008 — Portion sizes for foods have increased significantly over the past two decades. More than 66 percent of Americans are now considered overweight or obese. Not only do consumers want to get "their money's worth" in fast food establishments, but larger portions have also become the norm at home. If people look around, it seems other things are growing... MORE

Think before you drink: April is Alcohol Awareness Month
March 28, 2008 — The month of April is designated as Alcohol Awareness Month and the base Alcohol and Drug Abuse Prevention and Treatment Program team wants to encourage Andrews members to be mindful of alcohol abuse. "When many people think of an alcohol abuser, they tend to picture the stereotypical alcoholic in the movies, a middle-aged man sitting alone in a... MORE

Colon Cancer screening, treatment key to cure
March 21, 2008 — Colon cancer is the second leading cause of cancer death in the United States. Colon cancer is unfortunately a common health problem in the United States. Approximately 153,000 new cases of colon cancer are diagnosed each year and more than 52,000 Americans die from it each year. The good news is colon cancer is one of the most curable forms of... MORE

New youth outreach program, AWANA, offered by chapel
March 21, 2008 — The base chapel has established a new's children's ministry, AWANA. The weekly program allows children to meet, make new friends, have fun and learn about the Bible in the process. "The Andrews Chapel cares about children," said Chaplain Mark McKellen, 316th Wing chaplain. "Children, just like adults, face stress and trials. The importance of this... MORE

Naval Air Facility Washington, Crossroads of the Navy
March 14, 2008 — The Naval Air Facility Washington, D.C., is one of only five Navy Reserve bases in the United States. Its objective is to ensure Navy reservists have full access to the most current weapons systems available. NAF Washington has consolidated the functions of an Air Facility, a Naval Operational Support Center, and a Readiness Command under the... MORE

Andrews AFB prepares for upcoming tornado season
March 14, 2008 — Tornado season is here and people must prepare for these storms. "Most people don't usually associate Maryland with tornadoes, but with only five years between us and the F5 storm that hit La Plata, Md., preparedness remains our top priority," said Senior Airman Jon Burnett, 316th Civil Engineer Squadron, Readiness and Emergency Management... MORE

Base chapel sponsors couples 'weekend to remember'
March 14, 2008 — The base chapel sponsored eleven couples for Family Life's "Weekend to Remember" marriage seminar recently at the Hyatt Regency Hotel in Reston, VA. The seminar included topics like why marriages fail, unlocking the mystery of marriage, and how to make marriages and families thrive. The base chapel paid the hotel and registration fee for each... MORE

Total Force Experience
March 6, 2008 — MORE

Staff Sgt. Kenneth Clonts, 756th Air Refueling Squadron boom operator, shows Capt. Eric DeTurk, 316th Security Forces Squadron section commander, how the flying boom works on a KC-135 Stratotanker during an incentive flight on Feb. 29, over the coast of North Carolina. The KC-135 Stratotanker's principal mission is air refueling. The KC-135 is also capable of transporting litter and ambulatory patients using patient support pallets during aeromedical evacuations. (US Air Force/A1C Andrew Polvino)

Early morning classes at WFC keep personnel fit
March 6, 2008 — There is a unique camaraderie at the 6 a.m. fitness class at the West Fitness Center here. At these early morning classes, Active Duty, retirees, spouses, and civilians gather for cycling and power pump classes, led by Senior Master Sgt. Robin St. Laurent, Air National Guard Readiness Center security superintendent and fitness instructor. "I love... MORE

AMC commander announces new air refueling aircraft
March 6, 2008 — To the men and women of Air Mobility Command, On Friday, it was my pleasure to join with the Secretary of the Air Force and the Assistant Secretary of the Air Force for Acquisition in announcing the award of the contract to build the next generation tanker, the KC-45A. It was really a great day for AMC, our Air Force, and America. As you know, the... MORE

Military Saves Week helps airmen keep the change
March 6, 2008 — The Airman and Family Readiness Center recently hosted "Military Saves Week," in an effort to encourage Team Andrews members to stay out of debt. In recognition of Military Saves Week, Under Secretary of Defense, David Chu said, "We know that financial readiness affects military readiness by reducing stress that can distract from the mission... MORE

Doctor stresses importance of making PHAs
March 6, 2008 — For Active Duty and select reserve military members, Preventative Health Assessments, are like taxes-it's something that has to get done every year. With deadlines and commitments, everyday duties and tasks, and deployments, some military members overlook the importance of making their PHA appointment. However, in doing so, Airmen must realize how... MORE

MPF ships UPRGs to become accesable online
March 4, 2008 — The Secretary of Defense initiated a campaign in September of 2001 to improve the effectiveness of all personnel operations throughout the Department of Defense. The vision for the Air Force was to create a paperless system using an Automated Records Management System in which personnel, both active duty and retired, could access military personnel... MORE

Steven E. James, and Marshell Johnson, human resource assistants with the 316th Military Personnel Flight, move boxes as they prepare to move records on Feb. 14. Unit Personnel Record Groups are being relocated to Randolph Air Force Base to be scanned and made electronically available for all active duty personnel. (US Air Force/SrA Renae Kleckner)

316 WG Annual Awards Banquet approaches
March 4, 2008 — The 316th Wing Annual Awards Banquet is scheduled for March 14 at The Club at Andrews. "The annual awards banquet is the pinnacle of the wing's recognition program," said Col. Paul R. Ackerley, 316 WG commander. "The banquet is our way to show appreciation to the Airmen, NCOs, Senior NCOs, company grade officers and civilians who have made it a... MORE

AFDW Air Force Assistance Fund Campaign to begin Monday
March 4, 2008 — This year's Air Force Assistance Fund 'Commitment to Caring' campaign will provide Airmen the opportunity to contribute to any of the four official Air Force charitable organizations. Now in its 35th year, 100-percent of designated AFAF contributions will benefit active-duty, Reserve, Guard, retired Air Force members, surviving spouses and... MORE

Chaplains Assistants; Honoring Airmen, Serving All
February 22, 2008 — MORE

Senior Airman Frank Rivas and Ch. (Capt.) Andrew Cohen, talk beside Army Pfc. Darren Riley, after his return from duty in support of Operation Enduring Freedom and Operation Iraqi Freedom at the 79th Aeromedical Staging Flight on Feb. 18. (US Air Force/Bobby Jones)

National Prayer Luncheon
February 22, 2008 — MORE

Col. Paul Ackerley, 316th Wing commander, shakes the hand of Ch. (Brig. Gen.) Cecil R. Richardson, Air Force Deputy Chief of Chaplains, the guest speaker at the National Prayer Luncheon at Andrews Air Force Base, Md., on Feb 15. The luncheon included readings from Hebrew, Islamic and Christian scriptures and a speech from Chaplain Richardson entitled "In God We Trust". (US Air Force/SrA Renae Kleckner)

CGOC aims to be community-service organization
February 22, 2008 — The Company Grade Officers Club currently is seeking members who are looking for an opportunity to build relationships outside their work area as well as volunteer their time within the community. There are more than 600 eligible members on base and Capt. Tonya Brown, 79th Medical Support Squadron Resource Management Office flight commander and... MORE

What Andrews needs to know about Influenza
February 22, 2008 — Influenza, commonly called the "flu" is a respiratory illness caused by a virus and spreads from person to person. Each year in the United States five to 20 percent of the population gets the flu. Some people, such as senior citizens, children, and individuals with certain health conditions, are at high risk for serious flu complications. Influenza... MORE

Securing financial future important for Airmen
February 15, 2008 — The U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission Commissioner, Paul Atkins, visited recently and presented a briefing "What is your financial future" to over 600 Team Andrews members at the Reel Time Theater. The briefing was part of an SEC outreach program. The Commissioner covered topics including personal investing, recovering from credit card debt,... MORE

PGCC adapts to meet military students' needs
February 15, 2008 — Prince George's Community College has recently made changes to its curriculum to better serve students. "The PGCC staff has been listening to requests and comments of our active duty students and their dependents," said Ms. Valerie Halseth, Education and Training Flight chief. "Most of our students are first-time college students so we try to... MORE

Upcoming changes at MPF allow easier to access records
February 11, 2008 — Senior Master Sgt. Michelle Blackston, 316th Mission Support Squadron Military Personnel Flight Superintendent, is eager to share good news with Team Andrews members. Personnel records are just about ready to be available to without leaving the office with just a few clicks of your mouse. "Every Air Force base is going through the same transition... MORE

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