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UFC fighters visit Team Andrews
June 30, 2014 — MORE

Mike Dolce, an Ultimate Fighting Championship FIT coach, speaks to a crowd at the Tactical Fitness Center on Joint Base Andrews, Md., June 24, 2014. The UFC FIT program taught attendees about achieving maximum physical fitness through living a healthy lifestyle, and was sponsored by the Air Force Reserve. (U.S. Air Force photo/Airman 1st Class J.D. Maidens)

811th SFS Airman pedals forward with relentless motivation
June 18, 2014 — It was summer 2007 in Wausau, Wisconsin. David Flaten had completed his first mountain bike race... MORE

Senior Airman David Flaten, 811th Security Forces Squadron protective services member and professional cross-country mountain biker, trains at Joint Base Andrews, Md., June 18, 2014. Flaten is ranked 43rd of 250 according to USA Cycling, the official cycling organization responsible for identifying, training and selecting cyclists to represent the United States in international competition. (U.S. Air Force photo/ Senior Airman Nesha Humes)

Critical Days of Summer 2014 - ORM style
May 30, 2014 — With the Critical Days of Summer at-hand, it is time to shine light on a fundamental value instilled... MORE

This year’s CDoS Air Force-wide theme, "Risk: Double checks, not second thoughts," encourages Airmen to continue to be responsible wingmen and take care of themselves and those who rely upon them. (Courtesy graphic)

113th Wing earns 2013 Intramural Softball Championship
August 15, 2013 — The final softball game of the season brought the best-of-the-best to West Fitness Center's field... MORE

Members of the 113th D.C. Air National Guard, “113th Wing”, showcase their trophies after winning the 2013 Intramural Slow-pitch Softball Championship game at Joint Base Andrews, Md., August 14, 2013. After playing about 20 regular season games and competing to make it into the top five from each division, the 113th D.C. Air National Guard team, 113th Wing, excelled throughout the playoffs to confront the unrelenting 811th Security Forces Squadron. (U.S. Air Force photo/Airman 1st Class Nesha Humes)

Base Pool opens in time for 4th of July fun
July 3, 2013 — With the weather heating up and the sun shining on Joint Base Andrews, base residents look for ways... MORE

Wounded Warriors adapt, overcome at Andrews sports camp
June 26, 2013 — More than 30 Air Force Wounded Warriors gathered at the West Fitness Center on June 26, to kick off... MORE

Staff Sgt. Alexander Tonic, from the 32nd Intelligence Squadronat Fort Meade, Md., draws back a compound bow at the archery range at Joint Base Andrews, Md., June 26, 2013. Tonic is a participant in an Air Force Wounded Warriors Adaptive Sports Camp, a program designed to help Air Force warriors get back in the game of life through physical activity. (U.S. Air Force photo/Airman 1st Class Aaron Stout)

Efficient Airmen run for fun
May 15, 2013 — Lieutenant Colonel Mark Cucuzella, Air Force Marathon chief medical consultant, visited Joint Base... MORE

Lieutenant Cololnel, Mark Cucuzzella, Air Force Marathon chief medical consultant and Brenda Shrank, 2013 JBA half-marathon winner, lead Team Andrews members in a practice run at an Efficient Runners Seminar May 7-8, 2013, at the East Fitness Center here. The Health and Wellness Center sponsored the event. (U.S. Air Force photo/Staff Sgt. Amber Russell)

Get Fit at the WFC - 24/7
March 14, 2013 — Getting fit-to-fight at Team Andrews just became more convenient. As part of an Air Force Services... MORE

New Air Force "Better Foods. Better Bodies." healthy-eating campaign pilots at three bases
March 12, 2013 — The Office of the Air Force Surgeon General and Air Force Medical Operations Agency (AFMOA) Health... MORE

The Office of the Air Force Surgeon General and Air Force Medical Operations Agency (AFMOA) Health Promotion office launched a pilot campaign recently focused on motivating Airmen and their families to eat healthier. The campaign – which adopted the tagline “Better Foods. Better Bodies.” – aims to raise awareness of healthy food options, increase knowledge of good nutritional choices and motivate Airmen and their families to eat better, both on and off base. (Graphic by Steve Thompson)

Get fit at the WFC Tactical - 24/7
January 30, 2013 — Getting fit-to-fight at Team Andrews just became more convenient. As part of an Air Force Services... 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...