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JBA honors fallen heroes at wreath laying ceremony
May 14, 2015 — MORE

Members of the 11th Security Forces Squadron honor guard team present the colors during a wreath laying ceremony for National Police Week on Joint Base Andrews, Md., May 11, 2015. The ceremony honored security forces and military police who have paid the ultimate sacrifice in the line of duty. (U.S. Air Force photo/Staff Sgt. Chad C. Strohmeyer)

Grill safety with JBAFD
May 13, 2015 — Fire up those grills, prepare the hot dogs and hamburgers and enjoy the weather after a long, cold... MORE

Master Sgt. Leslie Finley, 81st Training Wing Staff Agency first sergeant, and other members of the Keesler First Sergeant Council grill hamburgers and hot dogs at the 2015 Child Pride Day, April 4, 2015, at marina park, Keesler Air Force Base, Miss. More than 600 children and parents from Keesler attended the event that featured activities, demonstrations and information on programs focused on care of military families. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Holly Mansfield)

JBA police ruck-march for fallen comrades
May 11, 2015 — MORE

Members of the 11th Security Forces Squadron ruck march down perimeter road on Joint Base Andrews, Md., May 11, 2015, during National Police Week. Approximately 35 security forces members participated in the ruck-march, where they were required to carry a ruck-sack weighing a minimum of 35 lbs. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Mariah Haddenaham/Released)

Airmen of Note perform for VE Day
May 11, 2015 — MORE

Don Egolf, a World War II veteran, watches a flyover at the World War II Memorial in Washington D.C., May 8, 2015. The flyover was part of the 70th Anniversary of VE Day tribute. (U.S. Air Force photo/Airman 1st Class Phillip Bryant)

D.C. Air National Guard's 113th Wing deploys for "RED FLAG-Alaska"
May 7, 2015 — Nearly 200 Airmen and 10 Air Force F-16C Fighting Falcons from the 113th Wing, District of Columbia... MORE

U.S. Air Force Tech. Sgt. Andrew Limke, a 113th Wing, District of Columbia Air National Guard crew chief, works on an F-16 Fighting Falcon at Eielson Air Force Base, Alaska, April 27, 2015. The unit is preparing to participate in RED FLAG-Alaska 15-2 large-force employment training. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Shawn Nickel/Released)

Commemorative Air Force brings B-17 to JBA
May 5, 2015 — MORE

B-17G Texas Raiders, sits on the flightline at Joint Base Andrews, Md., May 4, 2015. The aircraft was on display to commemorate Victory in Europe Day which will be celebrated on May 8. The Texas Raiders is a Boeing B-17G Flying Fortress that is part of the Commemorative Air Force, a non-profit organization located out of Midland, Texas. (U.S. Air Force photo/Airman 1st Class Philip Bryant)

Wingman Day sports bring JBA together
May 5, 2015 — MORE

Members of Joint Base Andrews participate in a basketball game during Wingman day here, May 5, 2015. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Mariah Haddenham)

Cruise control: a marathoner’s guide to the finish line
May 5, 2015 — "If you asked me if I would ever run 26.2 or even 13.1 miles, I would have laughed," said Airman 1st... MORE

Airman 1st Class Joshua Islas, 11th Wing Staff Agency administrative technician, runs on the track at Joint Base Andrews, Md., May 4, 2015. Islas has competed in two marathons, three half marathons, an 18 mile race and other races of shorter distances. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Mariah Haddenham)

JBA K9 handlers ‘paws’ for retirement ceremony
May 1, 2015 — Members of Joint Base Andrews gathered to recognize the accomplishments of three military working... MORE

Guero, military working dog, yawns after receiving his Meritorious Service Medal during a retirement ceremony on Joint Base Andrews, Md., May 1, 2015. After being officially retired during the ceremony, Guero left with his new adoptive family. (U.S. Air Force photo/ Senior Airman Mariah Haddenham)

Media Release: UH-1N returns to JBA after precautionary landing
April 30, 2015 — A UH-1N Huey helicopter assigned to the 1st Helicopter Squadron based at Joint Base Andrews,... 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...