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Warrior of the Week
September 25, 2014 — Master Sgt. Jim DeVaughn, USAF Band recording engineer and assistant producer, is the Warrior of the... MORE

Master Sgt. Jim DeVaughn, USAF Band recording engineer and assistant producer, is the Warrior of the Week for the week of Sept 24, 2014 at Joint Base Andrews. DeVaughn is responsible for recording, editing and mixing live and studio performances of USAF Band musical flights. Devaughn was recently recognized for his audio mix of “America’s Veterans: A Musical Tribute” with a Regional Emmy.

Be ready with National Preparedness Month
September 22, 2014 — The clouds begin to turn grey and the wind picks up. A weather alert howls on the TV--your area is... MORE

Pictured is an emergency kit, which should contain such things as first aid supplies, enough food and water to last 72 hours, personal medications, radios and flashlights with batteries, printed maps or an atlas, and any other important documents. National Preparedness Month is part of the America's Preparathon hosted by FEMA which is a campaign to raise awareness within communities to know hazards in their region. Ready.gov provides resources to gather information and how to respond if your area is affected by a natural or man-made emergency situation. (Photo illustration by Staff Sgt. Matt Davis)

Andrews UCC contributes to safety, well-being 24/7
September 22, 2014 — The 779th Medical Group Emergent Care Center here provides emergency medical services and transports... MORE

Maj. Joseph Thomas, 779th Medical Group Emergent Care Center flight commander, and Senior Airman Kristine Perez, 779th MDG ECC medical technician, care for a patient in the ECC, Sept. 11, 2014, on Joint Base Andrews. The presence of the ECC contributes to the immediate health and well-being of each member on Andrews by tending to patients with urgent conditions after hours. (U.S. Air Force photo/ Released)

11th WG Commander recognizes volunteer victim advocate
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Maj. Dianne A.N. Dreesman, an 11th Wing Sexual Assault Prevention and Response volunteer victim advocate, is this week’s Warrior of the Week, September 17, 2014. Dreesman constantly strives to expand her knowledge with qualification progression and training opportunities. The Fort Lauderdale, Florida native displays professionalism and commitment to mission success by frequently volunteering to take after-hours on-call responsibilities. Her primary interests are reading and spending time with her family. (U.S. Air Force photo/Airman 1st Class J.D. Maidens)

DFAC - Nourishing Andrews' Airmen
September 16, 2014 — The Freedom Hall Dining Facility at Joint Base Andrews has the task of serving an average of 700... MORE

Service members gather around to cut and serve cake during the First Quarter Birthday Meal at Freedom Hall Dining Facility on Joint Base Andrews, Md., Feb. 18. The cake, cut by the youngest service member, celebrates birthdays of Airmen born between the months of January to March. The meal consisted of lobster tail or fried shrimp and steak, a baked potato, corn, broccoli, side salad and cake. The event is free of charge takes place each quarter. (U.S. Air Force photo/ Airman 1st Class Joshua R.M. Dewberry)

Comprehensive Airman Fitness: A Lifestyle and culture
September 15, 2014 — Comprehensive Airman Fitness is comprised of a multitude of targeted programs and activities as well... MORE

Suicide Prevention Month: A reminder of our 24/7/365 responsibility to ourselves and each other
September 15, 2014 — All Airmen have a responsibility that last much longer than a one-month campaign. This... MORE

The day America lost its innocence
September 11, 2014 — I was nine years old. I looked up into the blue, September sky, and saw a plane flying overhead. I... MORE

For information on combating stress and stress-related reactions, contact the 36th Medical Group on Andersen Air Force Base, Guam, at 366-9355. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Mariah Haddenham/Released)

JBA pays respect on Patriot Day
September 11, 2014 — Joint Base Andrews paid respect to those who lost thei lives in the 9/11 attacks with a morning... MORE

An Air Force Band Member plays taps during morning reveille on Sept. 11, 2014 at Joint Base Andrews, Md. The morning reveille paid respect to all those who lost their lives in the Sept. 11, 2001 attacks. (U.S. Air Force photo/Airman 1st Class J.D. Maidens)

JBA to hold Patriot Day observance; Team Andrews reminded to adhere to protocol
September 10, 2014 — Airmen and mission partners will pay tribute to the day and memories during a Patriot Day... MORE

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USAF Band members march at POTUS Jimmy Carter's State Funeral.

Final honors: Air Force Band supports President Carter state funeral events

Military bands, including The U.S. Air Force Band, joined JTF-NCR’s overall support through musical performances at key moments during former President Jimmy Carter’s state funeral Jan. 4-9. Carter, the 39th president of the United States, died Dec...

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The U.S. flag waves in the wind at Joint Base Andrews, Md., Sept. 11, 2024. The flag was lowered to half-staff to pay tribute to those who lost their lives in the terrorist attacks on Sept. 11, 2001. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Alex Broome)

Upholding our customs and courtesies: The importance of Reveille and Retreat

As the command chief of the 316th Wing here, I am constantly struck by the dedication and professionalism of our Joint Base Andrews community. Every day, you all do amazing, hard work... and you all make it look so easy!Despite how unique our base...