An official website of the United States government
A .mil website belongs to an official U.S. Department of Defense organization in the United States.
A lock (lock ) or https:// means you’ve safely connected to the .mil website. Share sensitive information only on official, secure websites.

News Stories
NEWS | May 6, 2021

Earth Week at JBA features clean-up, hazardous waste collection

By 316th Wing Public Affairs

Airmen gather trash during Earth Week, April 28, 2021, near Joint Base Andrews, Md. Properly disposing of trash helps keep natural spaces green, prevents wildlife from being exposed to potential hazards, and allows Airmen to give back to the local community. Earth Week 2021 events included hosting an electronics and household hazardous waste recycling location, trash clean-up on and off base, and planting trees.

Search
Feature
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...
Commentary
photo of Senior Master Sgt. Cruz

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...