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JBA leadership hears Airmen’s feedback
January 12, 2017 — Various infrastructure renovations, facility repairs and equipment upgrades have taken place here in the past couple of years as a means to improve quality of life on base... MORE

Master Sgt. Robert Bedwell, Air National Guard Bureau Command Post training and standardization manager, and his son, Connor, place an order with Shavown Brown, movie theater attendant, at the base movie theater concession area at Joint Base Andrews, Md., Dec. 16, 2016. During the fall of 2016, the theater was renovated with a concession area, audio and visual equipment, bathroom tiling and a heating, ventilation and air conditioning system. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Joe Yanik)

Hygienists keep JBA smiling
January 9, 2017 — Master Sgt. Millicent Cavazos, 779th Medical Group dental squadron dental hygienist, disinfects and... MORE

Master Sgt. Millicent Cavazos, 779th Medical Group dental squadron dental hygienist, disinfects and sanitizes a room for a patient to receive a dental cleaning at Joint Base Andrews, Md., Jan. 6, 2017. The dental clinic now sees patients in the new edition to Malcolm Grow Medical Clinics and Surgery Center as well as their former clinic to maximize efficiency for patients. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Mariah Haddenham)

USAF Honor Guard performs at Sugar Bowl Parade
January 3, 2017 — The U.S. Air Force Honor Guard performed during the 83rd Annual Allstate Sugar Bowl New Years Eve Parade on Dec. 31, 2016... MORE

The U.S. Air Force Honor Guard formation marches past the St. Louis Cathedral during the Allstate Sugar Bowl New Years Eve Parade in New Orleans, LA, Dec. 31, 2016. The parade consisted of floats, bands, marching units and other performers to entertain fans prior to the Allstate Sugar Bowl between the Auburn Tigers and Oklahoma Sooners on Jan. 2, 2017.

Farewell to Chief Topa
December 21, 2016 — Chief Master Sgt. Beth Topa, retired 11th Wing command chief master sergeant, said her farewells at... MORE

Chief Master Sgt. Nathaniel Perry, left, 79th Medical Wing command chief master sergeant, hugs Chief Master Sgt. Beth Topa, right, retired 11th Wing command chief master sergeant, at her retirement ceremony on Joint Base Andrews, Md., Dec. 20, 2016. Topa officially retired on Dec. 9 after serving 24 years in the U.S. Air Force.

Mission controllers keep 1st HS flying
December 19, 2016 — A team of nine JBA Airmen play a key role in the high-priority airlift missions and contingency response of the Air Force’s largest helicopter squadron... MORE

Tech Sgt. Jake Wireman, 1st Helicopter Squadron NCO in charge of console operations, and Tech. Sgt. Angeline Mahoney, 1st HS support flight chief and mission controller, relay information to the UH-1N Iroquois aircrews at Joint Base Andrews, Md., Dec. 7, 2016. Wireman and Mahoney are part of a team of nine Airmen that comprises the 1st HS mission control, following flights and relaying critical information to aircrews to complete their mission. The team was awarded the 2015 Small Unit Command Post of the Year based on excellence in mission accomplishment, performance and recognition of command post controllers, and training recognition. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Rustie Kramer)

JBA hosts 29th annual PCFC Christmas Party
December 14, 2016 — The 2016 Parents and Children Fighting Cancer Christmas Party, hosted by the Joint Base Andrews Fisher House, was held in hangar 3 here, Dec. 10... MORE

Mrs. Claus poses for a photo with attendees of the 2016 Parents and Children Fighting Cancer Christmas Party at Joint Base Andrews, Md., Dec. 10, 2016. Santa and Mrs. Claus delivered gifts to the military families in attendance. The JBA Fisher House has hosted the annual event since 1987. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Rustie Kramer)

Military working dogs support JBA DV's
December 9, 2016 — Staff Sgt. Derek Scrivener, 11th Security Support Squadron military working dog handler, sits for a... MORE

Staff Sgt. Derek Scrivener, 11th Security Forces Squadron military working dog handler, sits for a photo while waiting to complete a practice sweep with MWD Lenox the passenger terminal on Joint Base Andrews, Md., Dec. 8, 2016. MWD’s work as force multipliers, using their senses in low-visibility situations to acknowledge things a handler might not see. (U.S. Air Force photo illustration by Senior Airman Mariah Haddenham)

Light up your Holiday, not your Tree
December 7, 2016 — Holidays are a time to spend with loved ones, hang up decorations and enjoy the cool weather, but... MORE

The Joint Base Andrews safety office is a resource base members can reach out to for their safety needs during the holiday season. People can recieve helpful risk management tips, such as preventing Christmas tree fires and car accidents.

Base Christmas tree lights up
December 2, 2016 — Base members attend the Christmas tree lighting at Chapel One on Joint Base Andrews, Dec. 1. Once a... MORE

Imagine Andrews Public Charter School’s students sing holiday carols at the Christmas tree lighting on Joint Base Andrews, Md., Dec. 1, 2016. The children sang Deck the Halls and Jing Bells in front of base members. The tree lighting is an annual event that provides the base with a time to celebrate holiday cheer. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Valentina Lopez)

Max Impact rocks FedEx Field
November 22, 2016 — The Air Force’s premier rock band, Max Impact, plays at FedEx Field in Landover, Md., Nov. 20.The... MORE

Master Sgt. Jonathan McPherson, U.S. Air Force Band Max Impact director and pianist, sets up before a performance at the FedEx Field in Landover, Md., Nov. 20, 2016. The band setup an electronic keyboard, a drum set and an electric guitar. The band performed before the Washington Redskins military appreciation game. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Valentina Lopez)

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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...