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'Nero the Hero' keeps Andrews clean of narcotics
February 16, 2011 — Sleek black fur, dark eyed with a dominating presence, he and his handler begin their daily Random... MORE

Staff Sgt. Edward Slaughter, 11th Wing Security Forces Squadron military working dog handler, holds Nero, 11 SFS narcotic detector dog, as he challenges Technical Sgt. Ryan Feltz, 11 SFS MWD trainer, during a routine training exercise Feb. 9. Nero holds the record for the most dangerous controlled substance “busts” on Andrews, uncovering nearly one pound of controlled substances within a two month span. Military working dogs are an essential part of the 11 SFS mission to keep Joint Base Andrews safe. (U.S. Air Force photo/ Airman 1st Class Bahja J. Jones)

Development, common ground found through Andrews reading group
February 16, 2011 — Common ground can be hard to find. As military members, we understand this, as each servicemember we... MORE

What does it mean to be a good wingman?
February 16, 2011 — Available. Dedicated. Concerned. Dependable. Supportive. Loyal. Committed. WINGMAN!In December of... MORE

11th Wing Annual Awards Banquet fast approaching
February 15, 2011 — Every year the11th Wing celebrates the accomplishments of a select group of individuals. These... MORE

Andrews Airman appears on Price is Right
February 10, 2011 — Let's be honest. How many of us used to stay home "sick" from school in our younger days and watch... MORE

Exercising precision response
February 9, 2011 — Terrible and tragic events are unscripted, sometimes unavoidable and carry dire consequences. But,... MORE

An 11th Civil Engineer Squadron firefighter carries a simulated victim to safety during an emergency exercise, Feb. 8, at Joint Base Andrews. Personnel all over Joint Base Andrews participated in the exercise which consisted of a fuel truck crashing into a bus carrying passengers. The exercise was conducted to test the emergency response actions of the installation’s first responders as well as prepare Joint Base Andrews for the upcoming Compliance Inspection. (U.S. Air Force photo/ Senior Airman Perry Aston)

Naval Air Facility Washington Sailors judge elementary school science fair
February 9, 2011 — Naval Air Facility (NAF) Washington Sailors partnered with William Paca Elementary School, Feb. 3... MORE

Air Force announces FY11 additional force management measures
February 3, 2011 — Air Force leaders announced involuntary force management programs Feb. 2 to reduce personnel as a... MORE

Upcoming workshop aims to train veterans to run for public office
February 2, 2011 — Are you currently serving in a branch of the U.S. armed forces or a veteran and looking toward your... MORE

Security Forces augmentees: Helping keep Joint Base Andrews safe
January 26, 2011 — What comes to mind when you hear someone is a security forces augmentee? Some might think that... MORE

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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...