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inTransition launches PSA campaign, showcases program resources for warriors, providers and families
March 2, 2011 — inTransition launches PSA campaign, showcases program resources for warriors, providers and families... MORE

One step closer to the Imagine Andrews Charter School opening
February 23, 2011 — Many topics were discussed and more answers were provided during the second Imagine Andrews Charter... MORE

Andrews to receive financial education during Military Saves Week
February 17, 2011 — For Joint Base Andrews' servicemembers and their families looking to get some financial education or... MORE

'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

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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...