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JBA recognizes LGBT Pride Month
June 30, 2017 — Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual and Transgender Pride Month is recognized each year in June to honor the 1969 Stonewall riots in Manhattan, New York. According to the library of Congress, the riots were a tipping point for the gay liberation movement in the U.S.“The base celebrates this month to raise awareness of gay culture and promote greater diversity... MORE

Allyson Robinson, human rights activist, speaks during a Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual and Transgender Pride Month special observance titled ‘LGBT: I am an American Airman’ at Joint Base Andrews, Md., June 29, 2017. Robinson talked about her life as a military member and her journey during her transition from male to female. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Valentina Lopez)

MGMCSC Independence Day Closures
June 26, 2017 — Malcolm Grow Medical Clinics and Surgery Center will be closed for a Family Day on Monday, July 3 and for observance of Independence Day on Tuesday, July 4.There will be no scheduled appointments, pharmacy or laboratory services.Prescription refills requested before noon on June 30 will be available for pickup after noon on July 5.Prescription... MORE

JBA hosts AF equal opportunity training workshop
June 23, 2017 — JOINT BASE ANDREWS, Md. -- The 2017 Air Force Equal Opportunity Worldwide Training Workshop was held at the General Jacob E. Smart Conference Center here from June 12 to 16. Approximately 300 attendees from every component of the Air Force came for the week-long workshop that provided equal opportunity professionals their required yearly refresher training... MORE

Chief Master Sgt. Larry Jones, 10th Force Support Squadron superintendent, talks about developing a team during the 2017 Equal Opportunity Worldwide Training Workshop at Joint Base Andrews, Md., June 15, 2017. The week-long training featured daily breakout sessions providing senior leader led discussions as well as small group sessions. (U.S. Air Force photo by Christopher Hurd)

11th CES structures reinforce base
June 23, 2017 — Airman 1st Class Hogan Lambeth, 11th Civil Engineer Squadron structural apprentice, welds a metal rod at Joint Base Andrews, Md., June 21, 2017. As a metals structural technician, Lambeth is called on to complete welding, sheet metal, duct work, fabrication and repairs to maintain equipment and facilities throughout the base. (U.S. Air Force photo... MORE

Airman 1st Class Hogan Lambeth, 11th Civil Engineer Squadron structural apprentice, welds a metal rod at Joint Base Andrews, Md., June 21, 2017. As a metals structural technician, Lambeth is called on to complete welding, sheet metal, duct work, fabrication and repairs to maintain equipment and facilities throughout the base. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Delano Scott)

Extending mentorship to AF civilians
June 21, 2017 — Col. Julie Grundahl, right, 11th Wing vice commander, greets Christy Nolta, left, Air Force Staff deputy director, prior to a Civilian “Brown Bag” Mentoring event at Joint Base Andrews, Md., June 16, 2017. Nolta is a member of the Air Force Senior Executive Service and supports the Assistant Vice Chief of Staff and Director of the Air Force Staff... MORE

Col. Julie Grundahl, right, 11th Wing vice commander, greets Christy Nolta, left, Air Force Staff deputy director, prior to a Civilian “Brown Bag” Mentoring event at Joint Base Andrews, Md., June 16, 2017. Nolta is a member of the Air Force Senior Executive Service and supports the Assistant Vice Chief of Staff and Director of the Air Force Staff by providing advice and help on numerous aspects of Air Force policies, plans and programs. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Jordyn Fetter)

79th Medical Wing inactivates, 11th Medical Group continues mission
June 19, 2017 — Col. Sharon Bannister relinquished command of the 79th Medical Wing during an in-activation ceremony presided over by Maj. Gen. Darryl Burke, Air Force District of Washington commander, here, June 16... MORE

Maj. Gen. Darryl Burke (left), Air Force District of Washington commander, receives the 79th Medical Wing guidon from Col. Sharon Bannister, former 79th Medical Wing commander, during an in-activation ceremony June 16, 2017 at Joint Base Andrews, Md. Bannister had led the wing since assuming command 2015 and its approximately 1,500 Air Force health care professionals operating in eight locations and providing Air Force medical forces for expeditionary deployment, homeland defense operations and operations worldwide. (Photo by Staff Sgt. Joe Yanik)

Motorcycle Safety Day is revved up by 11th Wing Safety Office
June 16, 2017 — A crash simulator, prize giveaways and a police-escorted off-base ride were a few of the activities at Joint Base Andrews’ Seventh Annual Motorcycle Safety Day here, June 15.“The reason we have a MSD is to prevent motorcycle safety briefings from becoming uninteresting,” said Master Sgt. Freddie Mims, 11th Civil Engineer Squadron operation... MORE

Will Moore, professional motorcycle racer, demonstrates safety maneuvers during the Seventh Annual Motorcycle Safety Day at Joint Base Andrews, Md., June 15, 2017. The day included various demonstrations to educate and spread awareness to JBA members about safe riding practices. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Valentina Lopez)

Arming Defenders
June 16, 2017 — Whether it’s standing guard at the base’s entrances, surveying the flightline or patrolling the roads, JBA’s defenders rely on the 11th Security Support Squadron armory for their firearms and equipment to aid their mission of protecting America’s airfield. Every day, the armory serves National Capital Region customers, including members of the 11th Security Forces Group, augmentees and private gun owners. ... MORE

Senior Airman Chance Dority, 11th Security Support Squadron armorer, charges a radio battery inside the armory at Joint Base Andrews, Md., June 12, 2017. Every day, the armory serves National Capital Region customers, including members of the 11th Security Forces Group, augmentees and private gun owners. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Delano Scott)

Be your own advocate
June 16, 2017 — Standing in line at the Commissary on Joint Base Andrews, Tech. Sgt. Lucas Mefford, 11th Civil Engineer explosive ordinance disposal craftsman, felt uncontrollable anger welling up in his chest.“A woman was having issues with the self-checkout, and it was taking forever,” he said. “I lost it. I yelled at her, tossed my groceries aside, and... MORE

Tech. Sgt. Lucas Mefford, 11th Civil Engineer explosive ordinance disposal craftsman, holds a scan of his brain at Joint Base Andrews, Md., May 29, 2017. Mefford attended an inpatient program at the National Intrepid Center of Excellence program, in Bethesda, Md., for depression, insomnia, and other symptoms caused by a traumatic brain injury. He continues his medical treatment at JBA and hopes to influence his Airmen to be advocates for their health. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Mariah Haddenham)

Air Force Medical Home improves the patient experience
June 14, 2017 — Many patients who get care at Air Force hospitals and clinics may not think much about the health care delivery model used by their care team. However, the Air Force Medical Service thinks about it a lot, and has developed a care model called the Air Force Medical Home to improve the quality, access and experience of care for patients. The AFMH... MORE

U.S. Air Force Staff Sgt. Andrew Day, 366th Medical Operations Squadron aerospace medicine technician and 1st Lt. Stephanie Doane, 366th MDOS clinical nurse, care for a patient at Mountain Home Air Force Base, Idaho. Primary care physicians, nurses and medical technicians make up the core team under Air Force Medical Home care model, and are joined by specialty care providers when needed.

1st HS performs D.C. flyover
June 14, 2017 — Two 1st Helicopter Squadron UH-1N Iroquois fly over Joint Base Andrews, Md., June 9, 2017. The flight allowed UH-1N crew members to train for high-priority airlift missions and defense support to civilian authorities. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Delano Scott) MORE

Two 1st Helicopter Squadron UH-1N Iroquois fly over Joint Base Andrews, Md., June 9, 2017. The flight allowed UH-1N crew members to train for high-priority airlift missions and defense support to civilian authorities. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Delano Scott)

Eyes, ears of America’s Airfield
June 12, 2017 — The 89th Airlift Wing’s Special Air Mission provides transportation for the U.S. president, vice president, cabinet members, combatant commanders and other senior military leaders as tasked by the White House, Air Force chief of staff and Air Mobility Command. Members of Joint Base Andrews’ 89th Operations Support Squadron airfield management... MORE

Airman 1st Class Isaiah Davis, 89th Operations Support Squadron airfield manager, drives on the flightline during a foreign object debris inspection at Joint Base Andrews, Md., June 7, 2017. FOD inspections are conducted every two hours to prevent even small debris causing serious aircraft damage. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Valentina Lopez)

Fight the bite
June 9, 2017 — Airman 1st Class Kofi Adansi, 779th Medical Group public health technician, inspects mosquitos with a microscope at Joint Base Andrews, Md., June 8, 2017. The mosquitoes are then sent off to a lab where they are tested for diseases native to the area. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Mariah Haddenham) MORE

Airman 1st Class Kofi Adansi, 779th Medical Group public health technician, inspects mosquitos with a microscope at Joint Base Andrews, Md., June 8, 2017. The mosquitoes are then sent off to a lab where they are tested for diseases native to the area. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Mariah Haddenham)

Airmen of Note complete southern tour
June 5, 2017 — The U.S. Air Force Band’s Airmen of Note, the premier jazz ensemble of the USAF, wrapped up their four-day summer tour through Georgia and Florida, May 28, 2017. The band performed four concerts for audiences throughout Athens, Augusta and Savanna, Ga., all leading up to their final concert at the Jacksonville Jazz Festival. ... MORE

Tech. Sgt. Michael Cemprola, U.S. Air Force Band’s Airmen of Note saxophonist, plays his instrument prior to a performance at the Fine Arts Auditorium in Savannah, Ga., May 26, 2017. The band performed for more than 8,000 people over the course of their tour throughout Georgia and Florida. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Delano Scott)

Unveiling of Maj. Gen. Allen's portrait
June 5, 2017 — On Friday June 2, Major General Roosevelt Allen, Jr. attended an unveiling of his portrait that will hang in the executive hallway of the 79th Medical Wing on Joint Base Andrews... MORE

Maj. Gen. Roosevelt Allen Jr. unveils his portrait as former 79th Medical Wing Commander on Joint Base Andrews June 2, 2017. (Photo by Senior Master Sgt. Adrian Cadiz)(Released)

Celtic Aire honors Memorial Day with National Harbor performance
June 1, 2017 — The U.S. Air Force Band’s Celtic Aire ensemble performs a Memorial Day weekend concert at the National Harbor in Fort Washington, Md., May 27, 2017.The band’s concert kicked off their Summer Concert Series, which features performances every Saturday at the National Harbor. MORE

The U.S. Air Force Band’s Celtic Aire ensemble performs during a Memorial Day weekend concert at the National Harbor in Fort Washington, Md., May 27, 2017. The band’s concert kicked off their Summer Concert Series, which features performances every Saturday at the National Harbor. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Valentina Lopez)

JBA celebrates AAPIHM
May 30, 2017 — Joint Base Andrews members recognized Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month with a culture show at the base theater here, May 24.The month-long observance was signed into law by the former U.S. President, George H.W. Bush, in 1992, and from that year forward, congress permanently designated May as AAPIHM.The theme for the 2017 AAPIHM... MORE

Base members attend the Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month Culture Show at Joint Base Andrews, Md., May 24, 2017. Event attendees got the opportunity to learn about and taste dishes from Guam, Philippines, India and Japan. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Valentina Lopez)

201st AS transports US leaders, military worldwide
May 22, 2017 — The 201st Airlift Squadron upholds one of the Air National Guard’s unique missions: transporting high ranking government and military officials from Joint Base Andrews to locations around the world... MORE

Tech. Sgt. Anthony Montgomery, 201st Airlift Squadron flight attendant, takes pre-flight notes before a Mission Readiness Airlift at Joint Base Andrews, Md., March 31, 2017. The 201st AS supports a flying schedule consisting of approximately five large trips a month that range from five to 12 days and go almost anywhere around the world. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Jordyn Fetter)

JBA honors defenders during National Police Week
May 19, 2017 — Joint Base Andrews honored past and present law enforcement personnel during National Police Week, May 15 - May 21, 2017, with a series of events and celebrations on base.“This is a time for the nation to pause and give recognition for all the first responders serving in the communities,” said Master Sgt. Brian Flanagan, 11th Security Forces... MORE

11th Security Forces Group members light candles during the 29th Annual Candlelight Vigil in Washington, D.C., May 13, 2017. This was one of the National Police Week events held to bring together law enforcement from around the world and honor past and present police officers and security forces members. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Valentina Lopez)

JBA celebrates Wingman Day
May 18, 2017 — Airmen shake hands after playing a soccer game during Wingman/Shipmate Day at Joint Base Andrews, Md., May 16, 2017. Wingman/Shipmate Day is a day for Airmen to compete and strengthen the bonds between squadrons. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Delano Scott) MORE

Airmen shake hands after playing a soccer game during Wingman/Shipmate Day at Joint Base Andrews, Md., May 16, 2017. Wingman/Shipmate Day is a day for Airmen to compete and strengthen the bonds between squadrons. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Delano Scott)

JBA First Responders React to Social Media Threats Update
May 18, 2017 — On May 18, the bomb threat to Imagine Andrews Charter School was terminated without further incident. The social media posts made a specific threat to the school for Thursday morning, and school staff and security forces are doing everything they can to ensure that the school stays safe. Normal operations at the school have resumed. Joint Base... MORE

JBA First Responders React to Social Media Threats
May 17, 2017 — On May 17 Imagine Andrews, a charter school located on Joint Base Andrews, received two threats via social media. The school promptly contacted Joint Base Andrews Security Forces and local police. 11th Wing first responders immediately responded to the threat. Security Forces and Explosive Ordinance Disposal members swept the building and... MORE

CMSAF Speaks at ALS Graduation
May 17, 2017 — Graduates from the Joint Base Andrews Chief Master Sergeant Donald L. Harlow Airman Leadership School had the unique opportunity to listen to the Chief Master Sgt. of the Air Force Kaleth O. Wright as the keynote speaker during their graduation ceremony at The Club on Joint Base Andrews, Md. May 11.Wright, the 18th chief master sergeant of the Air... MORE

Chief Master Sgt. of the Air Force Kaleth O. Wright poses for a photo with Airmen during an Airman Leadership School graduation at Joint Base Andrews, Md., May 11, 2017. Wright described how supervisors must exemplify the standards of work ethic, character, fitness, and resiliency. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Gabrielle Spalding)

Military Spouse Appreciation Day
May 17, 2017 — Military spouses celebrated Military Spouse Appreciation Day May 12, 2017, with a luncheon at The Club on Joint Base Andrews, Maryland. MORE

A Military Spouse Appreciation Luncheon brochure sits on a table during the luncheon inside The Club at Joint Base Andrews, Md., May 12, 2017. Military Spouse Appreciation Day is always the Friday before Mother’s Day. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Philip Bryant)

JBA DeCA commissary celebrates food donation milestone
May 16, 2017 — Joint Base Andrews and the Defense Commissary Agency celebrated the donation of its 30,000th pound of food to the Community Support Systems Baden Food Pantry, May 12... MORE

Col. E. John Teichert, 11th Wing and Joint Base Andrews commander, loads a box of food into a truck at Joint Base Andrews, Md., May 12, 2017. The JBA Defense Agency Commissary celebrated the donation of its 30,000th pound of food since June 2015 as part of Mission Nutrition to the Community Support Systems Baden Food Pantry. )

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