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89th AW and 11th LRS Airmen collect food, feed hungry Waldorf families
September 9, 2014
Tech. Sgt. Will Underhill, 89th Airlift Wing, and Airman Jabari Wright, 11th Logistics Readiness Squadron, load a large box of food on an 11th LRS “bread truck” near the 89th AW headquarters building, Joint Base Andrews, Md., Sept. 9, 2014. The box was one of 17 collected by 89th AW members and JBA Commissary patrons, and was collected to support the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Feds Feed Families campaign, which all Federal agencies, including Field components, can participate in. (U.S. Air Force photo by Master Sgt. Kevin Wallace/RELEASED)
Parent-Child Area returns to West Fitness Center
September 9, 2014
Team Andrews members welcome a new Parent-Child Area at the West Fitness Center during a ribbon cutting ceremony here, Sept. 5, 2014. The PCA allows parents with children 6 years old and younger to access the facility. (U.S. Air Force photo/Airman 1st Class Ryan J. Sonnier)
Pilot recognized for contributions to Senate Bill
September 8, 2014
Capt. Casey Doane, 1st Helicopter Squadron pilot is being recognized as Joint Base Andrews’ “Warrior of the Week”, Sept. 3, 2014. Doane was recognized for his contributions and support to Senate Bill S. 1894, proposing the creation of an Air Force trial program allowing 15-20 deaf and hard of hearing individuals to attend Officer Training School or the Basic Officer Training Course. (U.S. Air Force photo/ Staff Sgt. Nichelle Anderson)
Outdoor Rec: building morale and teamwork
September 5, 2014
Major Steven Ammons, 11th Wing Plans and Programs director, left, and Randy Sena, 11 XP chief of exercises, participate in a paintball game during the Paintball Season Opener hosted by Outdoor Recreation April 29 at the paintball field. The event had free play, food, and prizes for the participants. (U.S. Air Force Photo/ Airman 1st Class Bahja J. Jones)
USAF Honor Guard Drill Team visits Madison Square Garden
August 26, 2014
The United States Air Force Honor Guard Drill Team prepares to perform at Madison Square Garden, New York, August 22, 2014. The Drill Team promotes the Air Force mission by showcasing drill performances at public and military venues to recruit, retain and inspire Airmen. (U.S. Air Force photo/Airman 1st Class Ryan J. Sonnier)
Free Joint Base Andrews Heritage Park Concert
August 21, 2014
The event will take place on Sept. 6th, at 1500 W. Perimeter road, Joint Base Andrews, Md. Non- DoD ID card holders may park at Andrews Manor Shopping Center, Allentown Rd., Camp Springs, Md. The West Pedestrian Gate will open at 6 p.m. and the concert will start at 7 p.m.
Victim Advocates Share the Spotlight
August 18, 2014
Heather Turner and Katherine Chisom, 11th Wing sexual assault prevention and response victim advocates, are the Warriors of the Week for the week of August 13, 2014 at Joint Base Andrews, Md. Turner and Chisom are being recognized for their dedication to victim advocacy. By researching training opportunities, they are constantly striving to better both themselves and their program. Turner and Chisom both work after hours to accommodate the needs of sexual assault survivors.
Heart Link offers direction for spouses
August 12, 2014
Col. Brad Hoagland, 11th Wing/Joint Base Andrews’ commander, expresses the importance of the spouse’s role in the military during a Heart Link event at the Military & Family Support Center here, August 9, 2014. (U.S. Air Force photo/Airman 1st Class Ryan J. Sonnier)
August 6th Warriors of the Week
August 11, 2014
Members of the 11th Logistics Readiness Squadron were recognized as Joint Base Andrews’ “Warrior of the Week”, August 6, 2014, for their flawless planning and execution of timely transportation for the senior leaders during the Senior Leadership Orientation Course. From left to right, Tech. Sgts. Louis Myers and Dave Rhodes, Senior Airmen Lisa Hood and Isaiah King, and 2nd. Lt. Sam Barnes. Also recognized, but not pictured are: Senior Airmen Logan Emberton and Thomas Jarvis, Staff Sgts. Aaron Thomas and Joseph Sedilko, and Tech. Sgt. Paula Newman. (U.S. Air Force photo/Airman 1st Class Ryan J. Sonnier)
USAF Honor Guard march in Bud Billiken Parade
August 11, 2014
Airman 1st Class Shawn Skeetfoster, United States Air Force pallbearer waits for the Bud Billiken Parade to start in Chicago, Il., August 9, 2014. The Bud Billiken Parade is the second largest and longest continuous education parade in the U.S., highlighting the significance of education by providing underprivileged children the chance to be in the spotlight. (U.S. Air Force photo/ Senior Airman Nesha Humes)
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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...
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