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U.S. Capitol Christmas Tree visits Joint Base Andrews
December 23, 2025 — The United States Forest Service has provided a tree for display on the West Lawn of the Capitol since 1970. Every year a different national forest is selected to provide the tree. This year the Capitol Christmas Tree nicknamed “Silver Belle” comes from Humboldt-Toiyabe National Forest, Nevada and is approximately 50 years old. The tree was transported approximately 3700 miles and includes community whistle stops in nine states: Nevada, Arizona, New Mexico, Texas, Oklahoma, Kansas, Missouri, Kentucky and finally ending in Maryland. The company, 84 Lumber, who transported Silver Belle, also donated 84 trees to military families on Joint Base Andrews... MORE

Answering the call again: How a prior-enlisted Airman rewrote his Air Force future
December 23, 2025 — U.S. Air Force Capt. Joshua A. Lemon, 316th Operations Group executive officer, enlisted in 2003 and by 2019 had reached the rank of senior master sergeant. With only four years left before retirement eligibility, his career had reached a point where he would be confined to a desk... MORE

U.S. Air Force Capt. Joshua A. Lemon, 316th Operations Group executive officer, stands in front of a UH-1N Huey helicopter at Joint Base Andrews, Maryland, Sept. 23, 2025. Lemon enlisted in 2003 and reached the rank of senior master sergeant before deciding to continue his career as an officer in 2019.

Listen up! Audiology flight keeps Andrews in the fight
December 12, 2025 — U.S. Air Force Senior Airman Martha Moore, 316th Wing Public Affairs journeyman, performs a hearing test at the Malcom Grow Medical Center at Joint Base Andrews, Maryland, Dec. 2, 2025. Airmen are required to take an audiogram test annually to ensure that they are fit to fight. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Alexis Redin)... MORE

A service member fills out medical forms

Motorcycle Safety at JBA
December 10, 2025 — Joint Base Andrews hosted their 12th annual National Capital Region Motorcycle Safety Day. The event was open to all members with base access. Attendees were able to hone their skills and refresh their knowledge on local motorcycle specific laws and safety practices, meet local dealers, and speak with local riding groups. The goal of the event was to promote overall safety for riders when operating motorcycles and to help minimize casualties... MORE

Winnin’ like a Griffin: Senior Airman Steven Mittelstadt
December 10, 2025 — U.S. Air Force Senior Airman Steven Mittelstadt, 816th Security Forces Squadron executive aircraft security member, is recognized for Winnin' Like a Griffin at Joint Base Andrews, Maryland, Oct. 20, 2025... MORE

Winter checks in at Joint Base Andrews
December 9, 2025 — Members are reminded to follow the local and installation safety guidance during inclement weather... MORE

Past to present: Former CMSAFs inspire the next generation of Airmen
December 9, 2025 — Retired Chief Master Sgts. of the Air Force Frederick J. Finch, James A. Roy and Kaleth O. Wright participated in a panel discussion at Joint Base Andrews, Maryland, Dec. 8, 2025... MORE

Retired Chief Master Sgt. of the Air Force James A. Roy, center, answers questions during a former CMSAF panel at the base theater at Joint Base Andrews, Maryland, Dec. 8, 2025.

Ruff Riders; MWD, 1st HS conduct aerial training
December 3, 2025 — U.S. Airmen and military working dogs assigned to the 316th Security Support Squadron MWD flight participate in an aircraft familiarization training with the 1st Helicopter Squadron at Joint Base Andrews, Maryland, Nov. 12, 2025. The training helped the K9 handlers build the MWD’s confidence with aircraft operations... MORE

U.S. Air Force and Republic of Korea Air Force “Top Cops” meet on JBA
November 25, 2025 — For the first time in the 72-year alliance between the United States and the Republic of Korea, the countries’ “Top Cops,” their senior Air Force military police officers, met to strengthen the relationship between their branches, exchange perspectives on shared regional security challenges, and commit to exploring future training exchange opportunities... MORE

U.S. Air Force Brig. Gen. Brian A. Filler, Director of Security Forces, left, speaks with Republic of Korea Air Force Col. Jongsung Woo.

NCO to officer: Former NCO’s passion for food leads him down serendipitous path toward commission
November 20, 2025 — In a way, U.S. Air Force 2nd Lt. Dustyn N. Neese’s passion for food helped lead him to his commission. Neese, now the 316th Force Support Squadron sustainment flight commander, enlisted in 2009 as a targeting analyst. By 2020, he was a technical sergeant returning to Joint Base Langley-Eustis, Virginia, for a second tour after three years in the Republic of Korea... MORE

U.S. Air Force 2nd Lt. Dustyn N. Neese, 316th Force Support Squadron sustainment flight commander, poses in front of the Joint Base Andrews Tactical Fitness Center at Joint Base Andrews, Maryland, Aug. 6, 2025. Neese, who enlisted in 2009 and served as a targeting analyst before earning a commission in 2024, oversees both fitness centers on base as well as the dining facility, lodging and mail center.

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Faces behind the Joint Base Andrews Air Show

From logistics and ground operations to aerial coordination, Airmen, civilians and community partners have been working behind the scenes to bring the 2025 Joint Base Andrews Andrews Air Show to life.The work of these teams spans every corner of the...

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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...