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Logistics Planner Recognized for His Efforts
August 28, 2014
JOINT BASE ANDREWS, Md. – Airman 1st Class John O’Rourke, 11th Logistics Readiness Squadron logistics planner, is this week’s Warrior of the Week for his success in his career field here, August 27, 2014. O’Rourke provides daily deployment planning and execution support to over 1,000 organizations across the National Capital Region. The Detroit, Michigan, native single handedly booked over 23 averted flights, totaling $45,000 within two days. Also, his attention to detail enabled him to identify and submit 10 change requests to Air Force District of Washington, ensuring deployed service members arrival to their destination was safe and on time. O’Rourke enlisted into the Air Force in August, 2013 for educational and career opportunities and to travel the world. His primary interest is playing football. (U.S. Air Force photo/Airman 1st Class Joshua R. M. Dewberry)
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)
Redskins Salute JBA
August 25, 2014
Washington Redskins quarterback Robert Griffin III takes selfies with fans after a walk-through practice at Joint Base Andrews August 22,2014. The team conducted the practice and signed autographs for military members and their families here as part of their Redskins Salute effort. (U.S. Air Force photo/Staff Sgt. Robert Cloys)
Malcolm Grow to close for Labor Day weekend
August 25, 2014
Airman 1st Class Kayla Adams, 779th Medical Group medical laboratory technician, reads a specimen plate under a fluorescent light Jan. 31, 2013 at Joint Base Andrews, Md. The results of the readings are used to diagnose various types of bacterial infections. (U.S. Air Force photo/ Airman 1st Class Erin O’Shea)
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.
Millard assumes command of 'Air Force One' Wing
August 14, 2014
Lt. Gen. Carlton D. Everhart II, 18th Air Force commander, passes the respsonsibility of command of the 89 Airlift Wing to Col. John C. Millard at Joint Base Andrews, Md., Aug 14, 2014. Millard assumed command from Col David L. Almand after serving as the commander of the 376th Expeditionary Wing, Transit Center Manas, Kyrgyz Republic. (U.S. Air Force photo/Airman 1st Class Joshua R. M. Dewberry)
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)
JBA members integral to US - Africa Leaders Summit
August 8, 2014
Members of Joint Base Andrews and the Department of State see off the motorcade carrying the Republic of Guinea President, Alpha Conde, on the JBA flightline Aug. 2, 2014. President Conde was making his way to the US - Africa Leaders Summit in Washington D.C. JBA members worked collaboratively with the Department of State, Secret Service and FAA, among others, to ensure the safe arrival and departure of distinguished visitors traveling to and from the summit via the airfield. (U.S. Air Force photo/Senior Airman Kat Lynn Justen)
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A security policeman of the 76th Security Police Squadron and military working dog provide security as JordanianAirliner departs with King and Queen Hussein Bin-Talal on Jan. 1, 1980.

JBA honors Security Forces legacy during Police Week

Military police at Andrews have gone by many names over the decades, ranging from Military Police to Air Police, and now Security Forces; but their mission has remained committed to safeguarding the installation and enabling the Air Force mission...
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U.S. Air Force Lt. Col. Tim Marriner, 316th Security Forces Squadron commander, attend the Prince George’s County Police Department’s Military Service Appreciation Luncheon, May 22, 2025.

Continuing the mission: Honoring military veterans in law enforcement

The following are remarks given by Lt. Col. Tim Marriner, 316th Security Forces Squadron commander, at the Prince George’s County Police Department’s Military Service Appreciation Luncheon, May 22, 2025. The remarks have been edited for length and...
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