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JBA Fire Department participates in Fire Prevention Week
October 1, 2013 — It's time for Fire Prevention Week, and from Oct. 6-12 Joint Base Andrews Fire Department is joining... MORE

Government Shutdown Information
September 30, 2013 — Team Andrews, As we work through the ongoing government shutdown, below are key details regarding... MORE

11 FSS Furlough Hours (U.S. Air Force graphic)

Affordable Care Act will impact federal civilian employees
September 30, 2013 — Starting in January, all individuals must maintain minimum health care coverage for themselves and... MORE

DOD spells out closure contingency plan guidance
September 30, 2013 — DOD officials issued guidance to the force in the event appropriations lapse Oct. 1 and a government... MORE

Returning deployers be like: 'Dude ... Where's my car?'
September 25, 2013 — Airman, Soldiers and Sailors who have deployed are well aware of the lengthy checklist to complete,... MORE

DoD-Redskins battle childhood obesity
September 25, 2013 — Joint Base Andrews hosted NFL Play 60 and the Washington Redskins on Sept. 24, with the "Salute to... MORE

Washington Redskins linebacker Darryl Tapp assists in a football drill during the Salute to Play 60 Military Challenge at Joint Base Andrews, Md., Sept. 24, 2013. The initiative is part of the National Football League’s larger Play 60 campaign, which is designed to encourage kids to be active for 60 minutes a day to help reverse the trend of childhood obesity. (U.S. Air Force photo/ Airman 1st Class Nesha Humes)

Kosovo Campaign Medal shifts to Armed Forces Expeditionary Medal
September 25, 2013 — The Defense Department has announced the transition of the Kosovo Campaign Medal to the Armed Forces... MORE

Andrews offers flu vaccine
September 24, 2013 — The 779th Medical Group Immunization Services Clinic is slated to have a flu vaccine drive for all... MORE

JBA Airmen carry on POW/MIA remembrance
September 24, 2013 — Commemorating the 33rd anniversary of National POW/MIA Recognition Day, members of the Air Force... MORE

Members of the POW/MIA Vigil Run carry the flag on Joint Base Andrews, Md., Sept. 19, 2013. The flag was to remain constantly in motion during the 24 hour vigil run. National POW/MIA Remembrance Day is observed across the nation on the third Friday of September each year in honor of those who were prisoners of war and those who are still missing in action. (U.S. Air Force photo/Airman 1st Class Nesha Humes)

NCR Airmen participate in Air Force Night at Nationals Park
September 20, 2013 — Airmen from the National Capitol Region participated in various pre-game events and ceremonies in... MORE

The United States Air Force Drill Team performs during Air Force Night at National’s Park, Washington, D.C., Sept. 19, 2013. Airmen from the National Capitol Region participated in various pre-game events and ceremonies in honor of Air Force Night. (U.S. Air Force photo/Airman 1st Class Erin O’Shea)

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USAF Band members march at POTUS Jimmy Carter's State Funeral.

Final honors: Air Force Band supports President Carter state funeral events

Military bands, including The U.S. Air Force Band, joined JTF-NCR’s overall support through musical performances at key moments during former President Jimmy Carter’s state funeral Jan. 4-9. Carter, the 39th president of the United States, died Dec...

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The U.S. flag waves in the wind at Joint Base Andrews, Md., Sept. 11, 2024. The flag was lowered to half-staff to pay tribute to those who lost their lives in the terrorist attacks on Sept. 11, 2001. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Alex Broome)

Upholding our customs and courtesies: The importance of Reveille and Retreat

As the command chief of the 316th Wing here, I am constantly struck by the dedication and professionalism of our Joint Base Andrews community. Every day, you all do amazing, hard work... and you all make it look so easy!Despite how unique our base...