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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)

Sloan recognized as Warrior of the Week
May 21, 2014 — Airman 1st Class Quachardd Sloan, 11th Security Forces Squadron knowledge management apprentice, has... MORE

Airman 1st Class Quachardd Sloan, 11th Security Forces Squadron knowledge management apprentice, has been recognized as Joint Base Andrews Warrior of the Week, May 21. Sloan has been recognized for his hard work for overseeing the relocation and transition of more than twenty defenders in-processing to the unit from technical training. (U.S Air Force photo/ Senior Airman Nesha Humes)

Team Andrews raises a glass to the Doolittle Raiders
April 24, 2014 — Team Andrews members gathered at the club here to honor the legacy of 80 men who, 72 years ago,... MORE

Honor Guard Drill Team reveals new routine for Keesler
March 13, 2014 — The Air Force Honor Guard Drill Team unveiled their new routine for upcoming season at the Triangle... MORE

Airmen in the 335th Training Squadron cheer with their mascot bull prior to a performance by the U.S. Air Force Honor Guard Drill Team March 7, 2014, at Keesler Air Force Base, Miss. The drill team unveiled the new routine they developed here during the past month and will use this routine for the next year. (U.S. Air Force photo by Kemberly Groue)

AF Honor Guard mission, culture captured in new Max Impact video
September 20, 2013 — Max Impact, the premier rock band of The United States Air Force Band, debuted their latest music... MORE

Members of Max Impact on location at a video shoot of their new song, "Stand." (U.S. Air Force photo/Senior Master Sgt. Robert Kamholz)

Throwing money away
April 30, 2013 — On top of being the world's greatest air, space and cyberspace power, the sequester has added to the... MORE

Alert today, alive tomorrow
April 26, 2013 — Whether it is going out to the movies, grabbing a bite to eat or getting to work, driving is a... MORE

According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, 2,221 people were killed in crashes involving a distracted driver in 2011, and an additional 387,000 people were injured. (Courtesy)

Sexual assault prevention a year-round effort
April 23, 2013 — Recognizing sexual assault awareness during April is important, but eliminating the crime is a... MORE

U.S. Air Force Col. Mike Minihan, right, commander of the 89th Airlift Wing, and Chief Master Sgt. Eddie Webb, 89th AW command chief, discuss sexual assault prevention with victim advocates April 17 at Joint Base Andrews. Face-to-face engagement and continued engagement with Airmen is crucial to eliminating sexual assault, said Minihan. (U.S. Air Force photo by Maj Joel Harper)

Air Force rabbi 'one of her kind'
April 22, 2013 — Minutes before sunset on Friday, she lowers her head and covers her face in prayer. Her hands are... MORE

JOINT BASE BALAD, Iraq -- Tech. Sgt. Craig Lifton, 332nd AEW Public Affairs NCO-in-charge of journalism, laughs as he is hoisted up in the air by fellow servicemembers during his bar mitzvah here March 21 at Gilbert Memorial Chapel. The bar mitzvah took place after a dedication ceremony here celebrating the arrival of a Jewish Torah. A bar mitzvah is a rite of passage held traditionally for Jewish boys when they reach 13 years old and a day. Bar mitzvah literally means, "son of the commandment," -- meaning the person is now of age to fully participate in all aspects of the Jewish religion. (U.S. Air Force photo/Senior Airman Elizabeth Rissmiller)

Civilian Assistance Resources
March 15, 2013 — With the economy under duress, it is necessary for families to seek opportunities to continue to... 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...