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Andrews tops AMC bases in college degrees
November 1, 2006 — Active Duty members assigned to An-drews received more college degrees than their counterparts at... MORE

Speed eaters risk medical conditions, even death in competitions
November 1, 2006 — People who compete in speed eating competitions may face medical risks if they aren't careful. Some... MORE

Andrews gears up for 2006 flu season
November 1, 2006 — The 2006 Andrews Active Duty and Department of Defense employee Flu Drive will be held from 6:30... MORE

Andrews AFSA Chapter 102 cleans Vietnam Wall
October 24, 2006 — Twenty volunteers stood face to face with their own reflections, 58,249 names of servicemen and the... MORE

NSPS transition eases with classes
October 24, 2006 — All Department of Defense non bargaining unit personnel and their supervisors are required to... MORE

Navy pilot's daughter teaches importance of friends, family
October 13, 2006 — Family, friends and acquaintances are what Elizabeth Edwards calls her safety net, which was... MORE

Allyson J. Fairweather and her son, Brendan, 1, were among a crowd of Andrews patrons to stand in line to have books autographed by Elizabeth Edwards, author of "Saving Graces: Finding Solace and Strength from Friends and Strangers," at the Base Exchange Oct. 6. Mrs. Edwards is the wife of John Edwards, former senator from North Carolina and a vice presidential candidate in 2004. Mrs. Fairweather is the wife of Capt. Brian J. Fairweather, 99th Airlift Squadron pilot.

Andrews surgeon devotes part of practice to prevent, treat Breast Cancer
October 13, 2006 — A general surgeon at Malcolm Grow Medical Center is dedicating a portion of her practice toward... MORE

Maj. (Dr.) Shannon Lehr screens a set of mammogram X-rays in conjunction with a patient's office visit. Major Lehr is one of four general surgeons assigned to the 79th Surgical Operations Squadron at Malcolm Grow Medical Center. The American Cancer Society, a nationwide health organization, encourages women ages 20 and older to conduct breast self-examinations monthly. Breast examinations and screenings by a doctor are also recommended annually.

Two Airmen awarded Bronze Star Medal during the quarterly commander’s call
October 13, 2006 — Two Airmen were awarded the Bronze Star Medal during the quarterly commander's call at the Base... MORE

Engineers, Military Working Dog teams train to deploy
October 10, 2006 — Training is part of life for all servicemembers, both humans and dogs on Andrews, especially when... MORE

Father, son provide services to Andrews members
August 22, 2006 — Earl places a fresh batch of pastries in the display case to fill the request of Andrews Commissary... MORE

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1st Lt. Cristina Catana poses for a photo.

Cristina Catana is rolling with the punches

Make no plans, roll with the punches. That is the biggest lesson 1st Lt. Cristina Catana learned after her unexpected cancer diagnosis.Originally from Trumbull, Connecticut, Catana is the youngest daughter of two immigrants from Romania. Growing up...

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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...