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Children plant flowers for Earth Day at JBA
April 23, 2015 — MORE

A child watches her classmates as they repot flowers at the Child Development Center II at Joint Base Andrews, Md., for Earth Day, April 22, 2015. The children repotted pansies and marigolds inside, with plans to plant sunflower seeds outside in the near future. (U.S. Air Force photo/Senior Airman Mariah Haddenham)

Notice of Availability Draft Environmental Assessment and Finding of No Significant Impact/Finding of No Practical Alternative for Joint Base Andrews-Naval Air Facility Washington, Maryland
April 22, 2015 — Joint Base Andrews-Naval Air Facility Washington, Maryland (JBA) announces the availability of and... MORE

Port Dawgs off the chain
April 20, 2015 — The sun has reached its zenith on a hot spring day. Camouflage trucks back up in-line with the ramp... MORE

A C-17 Globemaster III from Joint Base McGuire-Dix-Lakehurst loaded with U.S. Army cargo bound for Romania sits on the flightline at Joint Base Andrews, Md., April 15, 2015. (U.S. Air Force photo/Airman 1st Class Philip Bryant)

TMO changes office hours for PCS season
April 14, 2015 — The 11th Logistics Readiness Squadron's Traffic Management Office is scheduled to change its... MORE

Airman 1st Class James Asilevi, 11th Logistics Readiness Squadron Traffic Management journeyman, assists Lt. Col Rod Chandler, 150th Special Operations Squadron detachment commander, as he signs in at the 11th LRS Traffic Management Office April 20, 2015, on Joint Base Andrews, Md. During the summer months, there is a significant increase of service members who visit TMO as they change duty stations. (U.S. Air Force photo/Senior Airman Preston Webb)

Drill team showcases new routine
April 14, 2015 — MORE

The United States Air Force Honor Guard performs during the Joint Service Drill Exhibition in Washington, D.C., April 11, 2015. The Old Guard, Army, Navy, Marines, Coast Guard and Naval Academy’s drill team also performed during the event. (U.S. Air Force photo/Airman 1st Class Ryan J. Sonnier)

Air Force Surgeon General visits 79 MDW
April 13, 2015 — MORE

Lt. Gen. Thomas Travis, United States Air Force Surgeon General, talks to Airmen during an all call at Joint Base Andrews, Md., April 7, 2015. In this capacity, Travis advises the Secretary of the Air Force, Air Force Chief of Staff and Assistant Secretary of Defense for Health Affairs on aspects pertaining to the health of Air Force members. (U.S. Air Force photo/Airman 1st Class Ryan J. Sonnier)

Chief Cody shares thoughts at First Sergeant’s Symposium
April 10, 2015 — MORE

Chief Master Sgt. of the Air Force James Cody speaks at the Air Force District of Washington’s First Sergeant’s Symposium, April 9, 2015, on Joint Base Andrews, Md. Approximately 130 first sergeants attended the course. (U.S. Air Force photo/Senior Airman Mariah Haddenham)

Recycling Center keeps JBA green
April 7, 2015 — The recycling center reminds Team Andrews that recycling is not only an Air Force requirement, but... MORE

Rick Coleman, Joint Base Andrews Recycle Center lead recycling technician, loads cardboard onto a baler here, April 2, 2015. The recycling center is committed to keeping JBA green by reminding members that the Air Force mandates base units to divert 60 percent of solid waste into reusable or recycled material. (U.S. Air Force photo/Airman 1st Class Ryan J. Sonnier)

‘Capital Guardians’ keep alert
April 7, 2015 — MORE

Known as the ‘Capital Guardians’, the 113th Wing on Joint Base Andrews, Md., is responsible for the air defense of the nation’s capital. The alert unit was created in response to the September 11, terrorist attack on the United States in 2001. (U.S. Air Force photo/Airman 1st Class Philip Bryant)

JBA holds 1st Sergeant Symposium
April 7, 2015 — Joint Base Andrews is holding an Additional Duty First Sergeant Symposium at the Smart Building,... MORE

Joint Base Andrews holds at the Additional Duty First Sergeant Symposium at the Smart Building, April 7, 2015. The symposium covers a variety of subjects related to first sergeant responsibilities. (U.S. Air Force photo/ Airman 1st Class J.D. Maidens)

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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...