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Recycling Center keeps JBA green
April 7, 2015 — The recycling center reminds Team Andrews that recycling is not only an Air Force requirement, but also a Department of Defense obligation."Installation recycling programs remain important in several ways; they ensure we address requirements to meet solid waste diversion goals," Col. Dean Hartman, Mission Support Group commander, said. "They... MORE

Rick Coleman, Joint Base Andrews Recycle Center lead recycling technician, loads cardboard onto a baler here, April 2, 2015. The recycling center is committed to keeping JBA green by reminding members that the Air Force mandates base units to divert 60 percent of solid waste into reusable or recycled material. (U.S. Air Force photo/Airman 1st Class Ryan J. Sonnier)

JBA holds 1st Sergeant Symposium
April 7, 2015 — Joint Base Andrews is holding an Additional Duty First Sergeant Symposium at the Smart Building, April 6-9, 2015.The symposium aims to train and inspire those with first sergeant responsibilities."The focus is to empower our leaders, tech. sgt. and above, to be better first sergeants and better leaders," said Chief Master Sgt. Henry Hayes, Air... MORE

Joint Base Andrews holds at the Additional Duty First Sergeant Symposium at the Smart Building, April 7, 2015. The symposium covers a variety of subjects related to first sergeant responsibilities. (U.S. Air Force photo/ Airman 1st Class J.D. Maidens)

'Purple Up' for Month of the Military Child
April 3, 2015 — The Child Development Center's staff and children kicked-off Month of the Military Child with a "Purple Parade, April 1-3, 2015.During the parade the children marched around the CDCs holding signs and sporting purple to show their pride in being military children.The MoMC, established in 1986 by former Secretary of Defense Casper Wienberg, aims to... MORE

Staff Sgt. Nicole Green, Air Force District of Washington protocol specialist and her daughter pose for a photo after participating in the “Purple Parade” at Child Development Center II at Joint Base Andrews, Md., April 2, 2015. The parade symbolized the start of Month of the Military Child. (U.S. Air Force photo/Staff Sgt. Nichelle Anderson)

11 LRS ensures vehicle ops
April 3, 2015 — MORE

Airman 1st Class Michael Sabala, 11th Logistics Readiness Squadron vehicle maintainer, tests car fuses using a voltmeter at Joint Base Andrews, Md., April 2, 2015. A voltmeter is used to measure the amount of voltage passing between two points. (U.S. Air Force photo/Airman 1st Class Ryan J. Sonnier)

JBA 5K starts April SAAM events
April 1, 2015 — Joint Base Andrews' Sexual Assault Prevention and Response program hosted Run with Color 5K to kick off the multiple events scheduled for Sexual Assault Awareness Month, April 1, 2015."It was our first year doing the color run and it was a great turn out," Andrea Verdino, JBA SAPR program manager said.More than 200 joint-service members... MORE

Senior Airman Alana Dadlez, 11th Comptrollers Squadron permanent change of station team lead, runs during the Run with Color 5k on Joint Base Andrews, Md., April 1, 2015. The JBA Sexual Assault Prevention and Response program hosted the 5K to kick-off Sexual Assault Awareness Month. (U.S. Air Force photo/ Senior Airman Nesha Humes)

All-female flight crew flies for Women's History Month
March 31, 2015 — MORE

Lt. Col. Anne-Marie Contreras, 1st Helicopter Squadron pilot, displays a “Rosie the Riveter” patch on her helmet during a training exercise, March 31, 2015, on Joint Base Andrews. The flight consisted of low-altitude training, with one helicopter crew made up of all females in honor of Women’s History Month. (U.S. Air Force photo/Senior Airman Mariah Haddenham)

Andrews named Air Force Installation Excellence Award winner
March 30, 2015 — Air Force officials announced Joint Base Andrews, Maryland as the 2015 Air Force Installation Excellence Award winner March 25.Andrews was named as one of two finalists in November 2014, and competed at the Air Force level against Royal Air Force Lakenheath, United Kingdom. A selection board consisting of four colonels visited both bases in January... MORE

JBA retires HQ U.S. Flag
March 24, 2015 — MORE

Team Andrews members prepare to retire one of the installation flags located in front of the Jones Building on Joint Base Andrews, Md., March 23, 2015. According to the U.S. Flag code, “the flag, when it is in such condition that it is no longer a fitting emblem for display, should be destroyed in a dignified way, preferably by burning.” (U.S. Air Force photo/Airman 1st Class Ryan J. Sonnier)

Surgical center solves peeper problems
March 20, 2015 — MORE

$Capt. Frank Cumbie, 1st Helicopter Squadron pilot, sits still while a Technolas Orbscan is taken of the his eye March 18, 2015, in Malcolm Grow Medical Clinics and Surgery Center on Joint Base Andrews, MD. The Orbscan measures multiple regions within the patient’s eye to provide critical information to surgical staff prior to a Photorefractive Keratectomy procedure. (U.S. Air Force photo/Senior Airman Preston Webb)$

St Patrick's Parade 2015
March 18, 2015 — MORE

Master Sgt. Daniel Valadie, drum major, prepares to march down Constitution Ave., Washington, D.C., as part of the 44th Annual St. Patrick’s Parade, March 15, 2015. (U.S. Air Force photo/Airman 1st Class Philip Bryant)

Fueling the force
March 17, 2015 — MORE

Master Sgt. Chris Sutton, 166th Airlift Wing crew chief and Kristen Huffman, Akima Technological Solutions fuels distribution system operator, reel a gas hose after refueling an aircraft on the Joint Base Andrews flightline, Maryland, March 16, 2015. Akima services the 11th Wing, 89th Airlift Wing, Naval Air Facility Washington and the 459th Air Refueling Wing aircrafts around the clock. (U.S. Air Force photo/Senior Airman Nesha Humes)

Military members gain priority at MPF
March 17, 2015 — The 11th Force Support Squadron initiated a program March 16, 2015, to prioritize military members in uniform needing new Common Access Cards between the hours of 11 a.m. and 1 p.m. each day."We were receiving a lot of complaints about wait times," said Staff Sgt. Brandon Parker, 11th FSS customer support supervisor. "We figured the best way to... MORE

Airman 1st Class Jacob Pounds, 11th Force Support Squadron customer service technician, completes a customer's request for a new ID card on Joint Base Andrews, MD, March 16, 2015,. The Military Personnel Flight recently began prioritizing military members needing new Common Access Cards during lunch hours Monday and Friday to greatly reduce the wait time for uniform wearers while also reducing overall wait time. (U.S. Air Force photo/Senior Airman Preston Webb)

Preparing future leaders
March 17, 2015 — MORE

Senior Airman Richard Mirabal, 11th Civil Engineer Squadron explosive ordnance disposal technician, briefs several Reserve Officers' Training Corps cadets during a tour at Joint Base Andrews, Md., March 16, 2015. The tour is held several times a month and is designed to immerse cadets in their respective career fields prior to active service. (U.S. Air Force photo/Staff Sgt. Chad C. Strohmeyer/Released)

High Price for dope on JBA
March 11, 2015 — With recent changes to laws in Washington, D.C., governing marijuana use and possession, Team Andrews members are reminded to be careful and avoid inadvertently coming into contact with the substance.Initiative 71 -- Legalization of Possession of Minimal Amounts of Marijuana for Personal Use Act of 2014 went into full effect Feb. 26, 2015... MORE

Feb. 26, 2015, the District of Columbia legalized marijuana; however, its use is still against federal law and the Uniform Code of Military Justice. Service members stationed at Joint Base Andrews are advised to be aware and avoid any exposure to the drug. (U.S. Air Force graphic by Staff Sgt. Nicholas Rau/Released)

Joint-service band tours Idaho, Mo.
March 10, 2015 — The U.S. Air Force Band's Airmen of Note toured Idaho and Missouri from Feb. 26-28, 2015.The tour's mission supported the Air Force Band's mission of honoring those who have served, inspiring patriotism and positively impact the global community."These large music festivals not only reach the local community, but also draw audiences from across the... MORE

CDC children "Defeat Monster Mouth"
March 4, 2015 — In observance of National Children's Dental Health Month, members from the 779th Dental Squadron visited the Child Development Centers here, Feb. 26, 2015. Each year, for more than a decade, the squadron has teamed up with the CDC's during NCDHM. The month-long awareness campaign, sponsored by the American Dental Association, aims at promoting the... MORE

Aahmir Elmore practices tooth brushing techniques during a demonstration at the Child Development Center for National Children’s Dental Health Month on Joint Base Andrews, Md., Feb. 26, 2015. The 779th Dental Squadron held an interactive demonstration to educate JBA children on dental hygiene. (U.S. Air Force photo/ Senior Airman Nesha Humes)

JBA commemorates Women's History Month
February 27, 2015 — March is National Women's History Month and Joint Base Andrews is hosting weekly events to highlight the contributions of women past and present. This year's theme, "Weaving the Stories of Women's Lives," was established to include both the singular and group accomplishments of women. "The telling of women's stories not only empowers but also... MORE

Freedom Hall nominated two years in a row for Hennessy Award
February 27, 2015 — Members from the National Restaurant Association and the Air Force Services Activity evaluated Freedom Hall Dining Facility Feb. 20-21, as part of the 59th Annual Hennessy Trophy Award Competition."This is our second year in a row being nominated for the Hennessy Award," said Honre Batie, Freedom Hall DFAC food service officer.Joint Base Andrews... MORE

Art Ritter, Hennessey Trophy Award evaluator speaks with patrons at the Freedom Hall Dining Facility Feb. 20, 2015. Ritter was one of three evaluators assessing the DFAC in five categories: kitchen operations; serving and dining operations; training, personnel, and readiness; sanitation, repair and maintenance; and management. (U.S. Air Force photo/ Staff Sgt. Nichelle Anderson)

Warrior of the Week 'directly impacts' JBA's well being
February 26, 2015 — Members of the 11th Wing Inspection Team are being recognized as Jan. 26, 2015, Warrior of the Week for devoting 360 hours to 12 inspections since July 2014."They are four of our top inspectors and deserve this recognition," Maj. Daniel Ramirez, 11th Wing Deputy Inspector General said. "Their time, expertise and attention to detail, as subject... MORE

Members of the 11th Wing Inspection Team are recognized as Joint Base Andrews Warrior of the Week, Jan. 26, 2015, for devoting 360 hours to 12 inspections since July 2014. The four member team is hand selected by squadron commanders to develop a risk based assessment strategy to measure culture and compliance within each squadron. (U.S. Air Force photo/ Senior Airman Nesha Humes)

Warrior of the Week
February 24, 2015 — MORE

Combat Arms: Ready, aim, fire
February 24, 2015 — MORE

Staff Sgt. Amanda Alejandro, 11th Security Forces Squadron response force leader, shoots an M9 pistol at the firing range on Joint Base Andrews, Md., Feb. 3, 2015. Shooters must score 35 to pass the M9 qualification course. (U.S. Air Force photo/Airman 1st Class Philip Bryant)

Avoid online dangers, unfriendly users on social media
February 13, 2015 — The internet instantaneously allows you to reach out across the internet superhighway to share information or connect with loved ones. Despite how innocuous this may seem, without taking the proper precautions, your personal information can inadvertently fall into the wrong hands."You have to assume that everyone is looking at it," said Col. Mary... MORE

JBA honors, “A century of black life, history and culture”
February 12, 2015 — February marks the beginning of African-American/Black History Month and Joint Base Andrews will host several events throughout the month in its honor.This years' national theme is, "A century of black life, history and culture.""It came from the Association of the Study of African-American life and History, "said Capt. Peter Lee, 11th Civil... MORE

AF Assistance Fund in full swing
February 12, 2015 — The 2015 Air Force Assistance Fund Campaign has kicked off and will run until May 1.Air Force bases worldwide are participating in this fundraising event which raises money for four Air Force charities - Air Force Aid Society, Air Force Enlisted Village, Air Force Villages Charitable Foundation and the General and Mrs. Curtis E. LeMay Foundation.-... MORE

Active Shooter: Proper response could save lives
February 12, 2015 — When serving, military members know sometimes they will be in harm's way to support the mission. When forward deployed, Airmen receive training to prepare them to engage the enemy.But what if the threat was within your base? Knowing basic active shooter response can save lives.According to the Air Force's Be Ready website, an active shooter is an... MORE

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