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JBA children take off in new playground
January 23, 2018 — Joint Base Andrews opened a new indoor playground Jan. 22, 2018 at the Community Commons. The playground has a small tree house, a two level gymnasium, a slide and a section for children under the age of one to play. The playground was created following a JBA community request... MORE

Air Force Concert Band performs Guest Artist Series
January 22, 2018 — The U.S. Air Force Concert Band began their Guest Artist Series with a performance at the Rachel M. Schlesinger Concert Hall and Arts Center in Alexandria, Va., Jan. 18, 2018. The event featured tubist Patrick Sheridan. The GAS is a community outreach program that honors veterans. ... MORE

Air Force Concert Band plays at Schlesinger Concert Hall.

11th WG Airmen train during ATSO Rodeo
January 18, 2018 — 11th Wing Airmen took part in the Ability to Survive and Operate Rodeo full-spectrum readiness training here Jan. 18, 2018. The training is designed to enhance Airmen performance in emergency situations. The ATSO Rodeo was comprised of donning Mission-Oriented Protective Posture gear, performing self-aid buddy care, defensive fighting positions and pre- and post-chemical, biological, radiological and nuclear defense attack simulations. ... MORE

CAG, Imagine Andrews host anti-bullying march
January 12, 2018 — JOINT BASE ANDREWS, Md. -- Students from Imagine Andrews Public Charter School and local community... MORE

USAF Honor Guardsman recognized by Idaho governor
January 10, 2018 — Airman 1st Class Daniel Smith, a U.S. Air Force Honor Guard ceremonial guardsman, was recognized for his military accomplishments January 8 by Idaho Governor C.L. Otter during his State of the State address... MORE

Medically ready to be mission ready
January 5, 2018 — From periodic health assessments to regular dental exams, every Airman should know the importance of maintaining their Individual Medical Readiness (IMR) at all times... MORE

Air Force Col. (Dr.) Kimberly Pietszak, interim chief, Department of Quality Services, and assistant chief, Department of Medicine, examines Air Force Col. Patrick McCain at San Antonio Military Medical Center, Aug 26, 2015. Getting regular checkups are vital step in maintaining one’s Individual Medical Readiness and aids an Airman’s ability to support the mission. (U.S. Air Force photo by Corey Toye)

Take command: Urgent care now easier to access
January 1, 2018 — As of Jan. 1, 2018, most TRICARE Prime enrollees no longer need a referral for urgent care visits and point-of-service charges no longer apply for urgent care claims. This change replaces the previous policy, which waived referrals for the first two urgent care visits per year... MORE

TRICARE Open Season and Federal Benefits Open Season are underway. You now have until Dec. 10, 2018 to enroll in a new plan or change your enrollment between plans. The choice you make will take effect Jan. 1, 2019 and will remain in effect through all of 2019. (TRICARE Communications graphic)

New tech changes the game for Security Forces
December 28, 2017 — In an effort to enhance productivity and security effectiveness, the 11th Security Forces Group recently began issuing tablets for defenders to use in the field... MORE

JBA spreads cheer with PCFC party
December 12, 2017 — Hangar 3, a huge, stark structure traditionally intended for military aircraft maintenance, was... MORE

Erin Roseberry, Parents and Children Fighting Cancer holiday party attendee, smiles while sitting on Mr. Santa Claus’ lap on Joint Base Andrews, Md., Dec. 9, 2017. Mr. and Mrs. Claus presented children and families with gifts during the 30th annual celebration.

JBA first sergeants visit local high school
December 8, 2017 — First sergeants from Joint Base Andrews visited the base zoned school Dr. Henry A. Wise Jr. High School in Upper Marlboro, Maryland Dec. 5. The goal of the visit was to help them gather information about the public school that members within their units can send their high-school-age children to. ... MORE

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U.S. Air Force Staff Sgt. Jovan Berry, poses for a portrait.

How a Lifetime of Training Saved a Life

“You better not die; the kids would be so mad.” It’s a surreal scene. The smell of a small, old bathroom, the endless noise of security forces over the radio. A man, blue in the face, face down on the floor in a dire medical situation. And a...

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Lessons in leadership for new supervisors

I had the honor of serving as class mentor for Airman Leadership School Class 25-Foxtrot, and I was guest speaker at their graduation on Aug. 28, 2025. Watching these dedicated Airmen complete their first level of professional military education was...