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Dental Assistant Spotlight: A1C Kianna Dhanraj, 11th Medical Group dental assistant
February 15, 2018 — JOINT BASE ANDREWS, Md. -- The 11th Medical Group celebrates Dental Assistant Week every year during... MORE

“Black Panther” director visits JBA
February 14, 2018 — The director and executive producer of Marvel’s “Black Panther” visited the base to debut their highly anticipated film during a free screening for Department of Defense personnel and their families Feb. 12, 2018... MORE

Spotlight: Staff Sgt. Krista Cordora-Bradley, 11th Medical Group dental assistant
February 14, 2018 — JOINT BASE ANDREWS, Md.-- Our next Dental Assistant Spotlight is Staff Sgt. Krista Cordora-Bradley,... MORE

Renowned jazz artist sings with AF Band
February 14, 2018 — Professional jazz vocalist Cyrille Aimée sang with the U.S. Air Force Band's Airmen of Note during a 2018 Jazz Heritage Series concert at the Rachel M. Schlesinger Concert Hall and Arts Center in Alexandria, Va., Feb. 8, 2018. Aimée kicked off the series, which features three guest jazz artists. The U.S. Air Force Band first established the annual series in 1990, which showcases bandsmen with renowned jazz icons... MORE

A Bite of Life
February 14, 2018 — For six years, MWD Atos honorably served the 11th Security Forces Group before passing due to a rare heart condition. In recognition of Atos’ devotion to fellow Defenders, the 11th SFG came together to mourn his loss and to celebrate his life and achievements with a memorial service last month... MORE

Imagine Andrews to hold Enrollment Lottery
February 14, 2018 — Imagine Andrews Public Charter School will hold a lottery submission period Feb. 15 – May 25 for military families to enroll their children for the 2018-2019 school year. ... MORE

Air Force expands virtual appointments
February 14, 2018 — The Air Force Medical Service is eliminating some of the hassle of medical appointments by expanding use of virtual, over-the-phone appointments for patients who do not need to see their provider in person... MORE

Over-the-phone virtual appointments save time and keep you healthier. The Air Force Medical Service expanded access to virtual appointments last year, and others in the Military Health System are using the Air Force model. (U.S. Air Force graphic)

11th Medical Group to hold quarterly patient orientation
February 13, 2018 — Malcolm Grow Medical Clinics and Surgery Center will begin holding a quarterly patient orientation... MORE

Clinic Presidents’ Day holiday closure – Feb. 19
February 12, 2018 — Malcolm Grow Medical Clinics and Surgery Center will be closed on Feb. 19, 2018 for observance of Presidents’ Day... MORE

Jazz Heritage Series kicks off
February 8, 2018 — The U.S. Air Force Band is scheduled to start their free 2018 Airmen of Note Jazz Heritage Series today at 8 p.m. at the Rachel M. Schlesinger Concert Hall and Arts Center in Alexandria, Virginia... 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...