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JBA commander: Florence expected to impact JBA within 72 hours
September 11, 2018 — JOINT BASE ANDREWS, Md. -- Col. Andrew Purath, 11th Wing Commander, has officially declared... MORE

Researchers study factors influencing Airmen’s tobacco use during technical training
September 11, 2018 — The Air Force strictly regulates tobacco use during basic and technical training, but some Airmen still use it. Air Force researchers are working with the University of Virginia to uncover why Airmen use tobacco... MORE

An Airman holds an electronic cigarette at Scott Air Force Base, Illinois, Aug. 13, 2014. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention is investigating the more than 2,000 cases of e-cigarette, or vaping, product use associated lung injury that have occurred across the country. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Erica Crossen)

Commander declares HurCon 5 for JBA
September 10, 2018 — JOINT BASE ANDREWS, Md. – In preparation of expected high winds and significant rainfall in the next... MORE

Malcolm Grow Medical Clinics and Surgery Center Columbus Day closure
September 10, 2018 — JOINT BASE ANDREWS, Md. -- Malcolm Grow Medical Clinics and Surgery Center will be limited to... MORE

SAPR empowers, supports Airmen
September 10, 2018 — Sexual assault can be a deeply traumatizing event in anyone’s life. Across the Air Force, Airmen and their families have access to Sexual Assault Prevention and Response or Family Advocacy Program resources to get support and guidance on how to move forward... MORE

All Airmen should be aware of what resources are available for victims and know what role they can play in prevention and response. Sexual assault is extremely traumatizing and can affect an Airman’s well-being and ability to complete the mission. At every base, Airmen have access to a SAPR office staffed by professionals to address the needs of victims. (U.S. Air Force Graphic by Josh Mahler)

JBA to build wetlands bank at Mattawoman Creek
September 7, 2018 — The Joint Base Andrews and 11th Wing commander Col. Andrew Purath took part in a ceremonial commemoration of the first wetlands umbrella mitigation banking instrument for the Department of Defense in Maryland... MORE

FEDVIP is coming: Get to know dental and vision plans today
August 28, 2018 — The TRICARE Retiree Dental Program (TRDP) ends on Dec. 31, 2018. Beginning in 2019, dental and vision plans will be available through the Federal Employees Dental and Vision Insurance Program (FEDVIP). Now is a good time to become familiar with FEDVIP options... MORE

Eligible beneficiaries will have the opportunity to enroll in the Federal Employees Dental and Vision Insurance Program (FEDVIP) during Federal Benefit Open Season for coverage beginning in 2019. (Graphic by TRICARE Communications)

JBA’s Center of Innovation makes learning fun
August 27, 2018 — JOINT BASE ANDREWS, Md. -- In the last three years, the STEM room, as students call it, has become... MORE

A solar panel toy car build by students in the Center of Innovation at the Youth Center on Joint Base Andrews, Md., July 6, 2018. The COI was transformed in 2015 after receiving funding from the Boys and Girls Club of America and Raytheon to accommodate lessons in science, technology, engineering and math.

ZAC Camp helps JBA youth be safer in, around water
August 24, 2018 — The Joint Base Andrews Youth Center teamed up with the ZAC Foundation to host the third annual ZAC Camp to teach water safety to children here Aug. 21-24... MORE

Bobby Broome, Joint Base Andrews pool manager and aquatics director, teaches kids how to submerge their faces during a water safety camp at Joint Base Andrews, Md., Aug. 21, 2018. Camp participants learned the basics of swimming as well as water safety and life-saving techniques. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Abby L. Richardson)

Going Strong: JBA Airman gets fit to serve
August 24, 2018 — Staff Sgt. Jennifer Thacker utilizes powerlifting to become more confident while staying fit. ... 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...