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Washington Wizards honor service members for Military Appreciation Night
November 22, 2024 — U.S. Air Force leaders, including Col. Mindy A. P. Davitch and Col. Ryan A. Crowley, joined NBA players at the Washington Wizards' Military Appreciation Night on Nov. 17, 2024, at Capital One Arena in Washington, D.C., where they participated in pregame and halftime ceremonies. The U.S. Air Force Honor Guard Drill Team showcased their precision drill performance during halftime, celebrating service members and promoting the Air Force mission... MORE

Winnin' like a Griffin: Shaneka Davis
November 21, 2024 — From left, U.S. Air Force Chief Master Sgt. Kevin W. Helms, 316th Wing command chief, Shaneka Davis, 316th Force Support Squadron program technician, and Col. Jun S. Oh, 316th Wing and installation commander, take a group photo at Joint Base Andrews, Md., Nov. 14, 2024... MORE

Ms. Shaneka Davis poses after winning an award from Col Oh and Chief Helms

Forging community through soccer
November 6, 2024 — Service members and civilians of all skill levels play soccer at Joint Base Andrews, Md., in fall 2024. The weekly games strengthen bonds between service members and civilians, fostering a more resilient and united community... MORE

Service members and civilians unite for a pickup soccer game at Joint Base Andrews, Md., Oct. 31, 2024. By enhancing teamwork and resilience, these games contribute to building a more supportive and cohesive community at Andrews. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Gianluca Ciccopiedi)

Through the lens of resilience: How a historian confronts vision challenges
October 31, 2024 — When Meaghan M. Kacmarcik was 10 years old, she was stricken with a rare genetic eye disease that impaired her vision, but she has not let it stand in the way of success and her passion for history... MORE

Meaghan M. Kacmarcik, 316th Wing deputy historian, gets her service dog, Charlie, ready to guide her to a meeting in the Jones Building at Joint Base Andrews, Md., Oct. 24, 2024. Charlie has been serving Kacmarcik since her sophomore year of college to help her navigate due to vision loss caused by Stargardt disease, a genetic eye disorder. (U.S. Air Force photo by Patrick Griffith)

Proceed with caution: CBRN drills and skills
October 28, 2024 — U.S. Air Force fire protection specialists assigned to the 316th Civil Engineer Squadron conduct a chemical, biological, radiological, and nuclear training exercise at Joint Base Andrews, Md., Oct. 4, 2024. The exercise tested emergency response capabilities, focusing on chemical exposure and contamination scenarios... MORE

CBRN teams enhance readiness through collaborative training exercise
October 28, 2024 — U.S. Air Force Chemical, Biological, Radiological, and Nuclear teams from across the National Capital Region participated in a training exercise aimed at enhancing their operational readiness, Aug. 23, 2024. Organized by the Installation Office of Emergency Management, the exercise tested participants’ ability to respond to simulated chemical and biological threats... MORE

From left, U.S. Air Force 1st Lt. Maria Reffner, flight commander at the Installation Office of Emergency Management, 316th Civil Engineer Squadron; Senior Airman Samuel Baker, operations team member; and Senior Airman Steven Fazakerley, training team member, conduct reconnaissance during a Chemical, Biological, Radiological, and Nuclear training exercise at Joint Base Andrews, Md., Aug. 23, 2024. The exercise tested Airmen's abilities to operate in full protective gear while responding to simulated CBRN threats. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Isaac March)

316th Civil Engineer Squadron, Washington Nationals partner for facilities exchange
October 23, 2024 — U.S. Air Force members assigned to the 316th Civil Engineer Squadron participated in a... MORE

Members of the 316th CES inspect a generator during a facility exchange at Nationals Park.

Dogs dive deep: Military working dogs conduct water training
October 17, 2024 — K-9 trainers from 316th Security Forces Support Squadron conducted water-based bite work training with their military working dogs, where they practiced controlled aggression using bite sleeves and other stimuli. This helped the dogs acclimate to new settings and improve their operational readiness... MORE

Fire safety fun at JBA's Mini Muster
October 15, 2024 — 316th Civil Engineer Squadron firefighters and volunteers encourage children to participate during the Mini Muster fire safety event at Joint Base Andrews, Md., Oct. 10, 2024. The event was part of Fire Prevention Week, a nationally observed week dedicated to promoting fire safety and awareness. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Gianluca Ciccopiedi)... MORE

Sparky the Fire Dog bids farewell to children at the close of the Mini Muster fire safety event at Joint Base Andrews, Md., Oct. 10, 2024. The event, part of Fire Prevention Week, featured a circuit-style race ensuring children were exposed to firefighting tools and techniques, contributing to a safer JB Andrews community. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Gianluca Ciccopiedi)

Joint Base Andrews fight the flames for Fire Prevention Week
October 10, 2024 — U.S. Air Force members assigned to the 316th Wing participate in a live fire exercise at Joint Base Andrews, Md., Oct. 7, 2024. The exercise was a part of Fire Prevention Week events that highlighted the importance of awareness, education and community involvement in reducing fire risks... MORE

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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...