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Reports of active shooter on JBA
June 30, 2016 — There were reports of an active shooter incident on base at Malcolm Grow medical facility at approximately 9 a.m. today, June 30, 2016.Personnel on base have been directed to shelter in place.The base was scheduled to conduct an active shooter exercise, however, reports of a real-world active shooter situation were reported at Malcolm Grow medical... MORE

STEM gives students a spark
June 27, 2016 — The Center of Innovation, dedicated to science, technology, engineering, and math, or STEM, located at the Youth Center on Joint Base Andrews, Maryland, opened June 24, 2016.The STEM Center of Innovation is one of 22 sponsored facilities world-wide, and will be used to inspire children with an interest in the subjects and give youth access to... MORE

Children gather around an experiment during the opening of the Center of Innovation at the Joint Base Andrews Youth Center, here, June 24, 2016. The center will be available to approximately 140 children from the ages of 12-19 and can hold 25 students at any given time. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Mariah Haddenham)

11th CES first in Air Force to use new system
June 22, 2016 — Eight months ago, Nov. 2, 2015, the Air Force Civil Engineer Center launched its next generation of information technology database, called Tririga, with Joint Base Andrews' 11th Civil Engineer Squadron as the first unit to implement the system.Two systems that have been in use since the 80's; the Interim Work Information Management System, or... MORE

The 11th Civil Engineer Squadron statue sits outside the 11th CES headquarters building at Joint Base Andrews, Md., June 9, 2016. The Prime Base Engineer Emergency Force Bull, or Prime BEEF, is synonymous with U.S. Air Force Civil Engineers around the world. JBA’s 11th CES is the first unit to implement Tririga, the next generation of information technology system in the U.S. Air Force. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Philip Bryant)

11 LRS sponsors base blood drive
June 21, 2016 — The 11th Logistics Readiness Squadron sponsored a Joint Base Andrews blood drive, in conjunction with the Armed Services Blood Program, at the East Fitness Center here, June 16, 2016.Air Force, Army and Navy members from JBA came out to support the event.The ASBP is the official blood collection, manufacturing and transfusion program for the U.S... MORE

Staff Sgt. Oscar Chavez, 779th Medical Operations Squadron NCO in charge of outreach, signs in to the Armed Services Blood Program blood drive at Joint Base Andrews, Md., June 16, 2016. The 11th Logistics Readiness Squadron, in conjunction with ASBP, collected blood donations that will be shipped into theater and to local medical treatment facilities around the National Capitol Region. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman Gabrielle Spalding)

Girl Scouts donate cookies to JBA
June 17, 2016 — MORE

Master Sgt. Agustin Casis, 113th Logistics Readiness Squadron traffic management superintendent, unloads a box of Girl Scout Cookies from a delivery truck on Joint Base Andrews, Md., June 15, 2016. Girl Scouts, from the state of New York, donated approximately 5,000 boxes of cookies to JBA. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman Gabrielle Spalding)

A Time to Tell: One Air Force Couple's Story
June 14, 2016 — Before 2011, the "don't ask, don't tell" law kept many in the dark. If a service member was gay, they held on to that secret tighter than a tourniquet on the battlefield, or risked discharge.According to Defense Department Directive 1304.26, issued in late 1993, military personnel were prohibited from discriminating against or harassing closeted... MORE

Staff Sergeant Jamie Engle (left) and her spouse Jamie Engle (right) shared a covert relationship until the repeal of Don't Ask, Don't Tell. (U.S. Air Force Photo Illustration by Senior Airman Joshua R. M. Dewberry)

JBA kick-starts motorcycle season with safety day
June 10, 2016 — MORE

Mikayla Moore, Willpower Motorcycle Service Center demonstrator, performs a knee-drag turn during Motorcycle Safety Day on Joint Base Andrews, Md., June 9, 2016. A knee-drag is primarily used in track racing to help with cornering. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Ryan J. Sonnier/RELEASED)

I Was a Medic; Healing through art
June 9, 2016 — The echoes of the birds chirp through a mostly empty hangar, at Joint Base Andrews, Maryland, past a C-37A aircraft, to a tall-standing white tree placed curiously next to a worn Army Combat Uniform top adhered to a canvas.Retired Tech. Sgt. Steven Luu is hunched over a yellow paint bucket, dipping casting tape into water and applying it to... MORE

Retired Tech. Sgt. Steven Luu applies casting tape to branches to form a tree in Hangar 4 at Joint Base Andrews, Md., May 25, 2016. Luu came to JBA to put the finishing touches on his tree sculpture, titled: The Day After Combat, as part of an art therapy program. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman Gabrielle Spalding)

3 JBA Airmen to compete at 2016 DoD Warrior Games
June 9, 2016 — Three Joint Base Andrews Airmen were selected to represent the Air Force and compete against the Army, Navy, Marine Corps and U.S. Special Operations Command at the 2016 Department of Defense Warrior Games at the U.S. Military Academy at West Point, New York, June 16-22.Competing from JBA are: Master Sgt. Miguel Acevedo, 99th Airlift Squadron... MORE

Tech. Sgt. Christopher Ferrell, 11th Civil Engineer Squadron explosive ordnance disposal technician, carries 1st Lt. Nathan Nelson (Ret.) up a flight of stars so they can tour an 89th Airlift Wing C-32A at Joint Base Andrews, Md., Nov. 15, 2015. Ferrell is an Air Force Wounded Warrior and will compete at the Department of Defense 2016 Warrior Games June 16-21, 2016. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Master Sgt. Kevin Wallace)

11th CES structures foundation for Andrews
June 6, 2016 — The structures section of the 11th CES worked 116 jobs in the month of May that included preventive maintenance, lock jobs and repairs throughout base. MORE

Airman 1st Class Justin Cox, 11th Civil Engineer Squadron structural apprentice, welds a connection to a base gate outside the metal workshop on Joint Base Andrews, Md., June 1, 2016. The structures section of the 11th CES worked 116 jobs in the month of May that included preventive maintenance, lock jobs and repairs throughout base. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Philip Bryant)

11 WG hosts 2016 Small Business Summit
June 2, 2016 — The 11th Wing hosted the 2016 Andrews Small Business Summit at the Community Commons on Joint Base Andrews, Maryland, May 17.The summit provided an opportunity for contractor and vendor outreach and to network with officials from the 11th Contracting Squadron, in conjunction with other government buying activities on JBA and in the local area."The... MORE

Small business associates check-in during the Small Business Summit held at the Community Commons on Joint Base Andrews, Md., May 17, 2016. The summit provided an opportunity for outreach and networking with contracting officials from the 11th Contracting Squadron and other government buying activities on JBA and the local area. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman Gabrielle Spalding)

Defender, Wingman, Scholar
June 1, 2016 — Applying to a university can seem daunting without the right support.For Tech. Sgt. Collin Meisel, 811th Security Forces Squadron operations non-commissioned officer here, the encouragement from his peers, as well as the leadership prowess he gained while serving in the Air Force, has helped him appreciate being awarded the McCourt Scholars... MORE

Tech. Sgt. Collin Meisel, 811th Security Forces Squadron operations non-commissioned officer, poses for a portrait at Joint Base Andrews, Md., May 11, 2016. After being accepted to Georgetown University’s McCourt School of Public Policy, Meisel was awarded the McCourt Scholars scholarship, which includes full tuition, health insurance and a $10,000 stipend. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman Gabrielle Spalding)

Joint Base Andrews to hold Emergency Management Exercise
May 31, 2016 — Joint Base Andrews will be holding an Emergency Management exercise June 7 and June 8 from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. During this time period, members of surrounding communities inside and outside the gates may experience an increased level of noise related to combat weapons and machinery simulations.Members of Joint Base Andrews may experience traffic... MORE

Romanian Chief of Air Staff visit
May 26, 2016 — MORE

Maj. Gen. Laurian Anastasof, Romanian Air Force chief of air staff, prepares to board a 1st Helicopter Squadron UH-1N Huey helicopter at Joint Base Andrews, Md., May 23, 2016. Gen. Anastasof visited the base as part of the U.S. Air Force’s Counterpart Visit Program. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman Gabrielle Spalding)

LPGA tees up with JBA
May 23, 2016 — MORE

Jennifer Gleason, Professional Golfer, tees off at The Course at Andrews, on Joint Base Andrews, Md., May 20, 2016. The ladies toured the base, then held lessons at The Courses at Andrews. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Mariah Haddenham/Released)

JBA digs into 14 Defender Challenge
May 23, 2016 — MORE

Airmen from Joint Base Andrews prepare to carry a litter during the 14 Defender Challenge on Joint Base Andrews, Md., May 20, 2016. Approximately 50 members of JBA participated in the event that brought a close to National Police Week and paid tribute to the 14 security forces members lost in combat since 9/11. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Mariah Haddenham/Released)

USAF band commander weighs in on band’s upcoming 75th anniversary
May 23, 2016 — The United States Air Force Band's commander, Colonel Larry Lang shares his thoughts on the band's upcoming 75th anniversary.The Band will highlight its unparalleled heritage in a series of public concerts and events this summer from June 8th through June 12th.The United States Air Force Band traces its beginnings to September 24th, 1941 when the... MORE

Colonel Larry H. Lang is commander and conductor of The United States Air Force Band. (Air Force Photo)

Top shot
May 19, 2016 — The combat arms training and maintenance facility held the 2016 Elementary Level Excellence in Competition Rifle Match at Joint Base Andrews, Md., May 17. The EIC had 120 participants from active duty, the Guard and Reserve, and was one of several events on base celebrating National Police Week. Competition participants shot ten rounds standing,... MORE

Airmen check their scores during the 2016 Elementary Level Excellence in Competition Rifle Match at Joint Base Andrews, Md., May 17. The EIC had 120 participants from active duty, the Guard and Reserve, and was one of several events on base celebrating National Police Week. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Philip Bryant)

Glam to cam'o'
May 12, 2016 — Kinosha Soden, Mrs. DC America and military spouse, toured Joint Base Andrews, Md., May 11, 2016, to familiarize herself with the operations and mission of the base.Soden will represent the District of Columbia and will compete for the Mrs. America title. MORE

Kinosha Soden, Mrs. DC America and military spouse, sits her tiara next to a 1st Helicopter Squadron flight helmet during a base tour at Joint Base Andrews, Md., May 11, 2016. Soden will represent the District of Columbia and will compete for the Mrs. America title. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Philip Bryant)

Summer Concert Series Coming Your Way
May 11, 2016 — Throughout the months of June, July and August, the United States Air Force Band's various performing ensembles present free, outdoor concerts at historic venues around our nation's capital. Here's where you can find us:U.S. Capitol BuildingTuesdays at 8 p.m., beginning June 7Tourists and locals alike can partake of concerts at the west side steps... MORE

Col. Larry Lang, commander of The United States Air Force Band, conducts the inaugural performance of the 2015 U.S. Air Force Band Summer Concert Series at the Air Force Memorial in Arlington, Va., May 29, 2015. (U.S. Air Force photo/Andy Morataya)

USAF, JBA to host public open house meetings
May 9, 2016 — For Immediate ReleaseContact: AFDW Public AffairsPhone: 240-612-6484May 9, 2016UNITED STATES AIR FORCE TO HOST PUBLIC OPEN HOUSE MEETINGSMeetings Will Address Proposed Presidential Aircraft Recapitalization (PAR) ProgramJoint Base Andrews - The United States Air Force will host two public scoping meetings to discuss the Environmental Impact... MORE

Military spouse luncheon held at JBA
May 6, 2016 — MORE

Military Spouse Appreciation Day luncheon guest speakers host a Q&A for attendees at The Club on Joint Base Andrews, Md., May 6, 2016. Some of the questions asked dealt with professional development, most memorable experiences and work-life balance. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Ryan J. Sonnier/RELEASED)

VCSAF tours 11OG
May 6, 2016 — U.S. Air Force Vice Chief of Staff Gen. David L. Goldfein visited with U.S. Air Force Band members and Honor Guardsmen during an 11th Operations Group immersion tour at Joint Base Anacostia-Bolling, Washington, D.C., May 3, 2016. Goldfein toured the 11th OG to meet Airmen and learn about the mission. MORE

U.S. Air Force Vice Chief of Staff Gen. David L. Goldfein shakes hands with a U.S. Air Force Band member during an 11th Operations Group immersion tour at Joint Base Anacostia-Bolling, Washington, D.C., May 3, 2016. Goldfein toured the 11th OG to meet Airmen and learn about the mission. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Philip Bryant)

Bicycle Safety
April 29, 2016 — Warm weather is finally here and with warmer temperatures, many will dust off their bikes to hit the trails or streets. Whether someone is a fair weather rider or a hardcore cyclist that didn't miss a beat all winter, there are a few safety tips and rules that you need to be aware of before hitting the road. Ensuring a bicycle is in good working... MORE

Senior Airman David Flaten, 811th Security Forces Squadron protective services member and professional cross-country mountain biker, trains at Joint Base Andrews, Md., June 18, 2014. Flaten is ranked 43rd of 250 according to USA Cycling, the official cycling organization responsible for identifying, training and selecting cyclists to represent the United States in international competition. (U.S. Air Force photo/ Senior Airman Nesha Humes)

Descendants of Andrews visit JBA
April 20, 2016 — Family members of Lt. Gen. Frank M. Andrews, Joint Base Andrews' namesake, traveled from New York to JBA recently to learn more about their great-great uncle and the legacy he left behind.Almost 75 years to the date, March 31, 1945, Camp Springs Air Field, Maryland was renamed Andrews Air Field in recognition of Andrews after he perished in a plane... MORE

Family of deceased Lt. Gen. Frank M. Andrews, pose for a photo on Joint Base Andrews, Md., April 14, 2016. The Andrews family, visited the JBA to learn about the history of the base and the Andrews’ great-great uncle, of whom the base is named after. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman Gabrielle Spalding/Released)

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