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First Operational Growler Squadron Returns Safely
July 19, 2011 — The "Scorpions" of Electronic Attack Squadron 132 returned safely Stateside July 9 after being the... MORE

An EA-18G Growler assigned to Scorpions of Electronic Attack Squadron 132, takes off from Joint Base Andrews NAF Washington after completing an eight-month forward deployment in support of Operation Odyssey Dawn and Operation New Dawn. The EA-18G Growler is the fourth major variant of the F/A-18 Hornet and is built to replace the EA-6B Prowler. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Clifford L. H. Davis)

Sailors Donate Blood to Support Armed Services Blood Program
July 19, 2011 — Sailors and their family members from Naval Air Facility Washington and Navy Intelligence Reserve... MORE

A Sailor assigned to Navy Intelligence Reserve Region Washington donates blood in support of the Armed Services Blood Program on July 9. The program provides quality blood products for servicemembers and their families in both peace and war. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Clifford L. H. Davis)

11th Wing Safety Office - Camping
July 19, 2011 — There is nothing quite like camping in the summertime. Over the past century, more and more people... MORE

Ride safe, arrive alive
July 14, 2011 — The massive appeal of motorcycles as a mode of transportation, a means of recreation and even a way... MORE

As a rider on and off duty, Air Force Instruction 91-207 directs military personnel to wear the personal protective equipment. The Air Force named 2011 Year of the Motorcycle Safety and this Air Force Global Strike Command base helping Airmen build a strong riding relationship and re-emphasize public safety to Team Whiteman members.

11th Wing Saftey Office - Not So Fun in the Sun
July 8, 2011 — The weather is getting warmer, schools are letting out and people are spending more time outdoors... MORE

Retiree Activities Office Corner - week of June 17 - 24
July 8, 2011 — Fisher House in 20th YearOn its 20th anniversary, the Fisher House Foundation isn't basking in past... MORE

JBA Exchange rewards those who 'Made the Grade'
July 8, 2011 — According to the American Academy of Pediatrics, military children, especially those with deployed... MORE

Local price surveys help Joint Base Andrews families save money
July 8, 2011 — With a value proposition of "You save and we give back," and a mission to provide military shoppers... MORE

Tips for the PCS season
July 7, 2011 — This summer promises to be a very busy moving season for Airmen permanently changing station. You... MORE

Airman moving his family, PCS (b/w), Illustration by Bob Goode, AFNEWS/NSPD

8 'cool' ways to save energy this summer
July 7, 2011 — The average American family spends almost 20 percent of its utility bill on cooling. Increased... MORE

With April 22 marked as Earth Day 2011, Airmen are encouraged to look for ways they can conserve energy in everyday life. (U.S. Air Force graphic by Senior Airman Jarad A. Denton)

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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...