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Fisher House steps forward to aid DOD in paying death benefits
October 10, 2013 — The Fisher House Foundation has stepped in to aid the Defense Department so families of fallen... MORE

Government Shutdown: Frequently Asked Questions
October 8, 2013 — Below are frequently asked questions about the current government shutdown. Do you have questions... MORE

TSP to continue operations during shutdown
October 7, 2013 — As the closure of government offices and activities continues, the Thrift Savings Plan, the... MORE

Most AF civilians to return to work
October 7, 2013 — In accordance with a memo Defense Secretary Chuck Hagel released Oct. 5, the Air Force will recall... MORE

Stateside commissaries return to normal operations
October 7, 2013 — Stateside commissaries that closed due to the government shutdown will resume normal operations Oct... MORE

New AFDW command chief strives to lead, inspire
October 3, 2013 — The new Air Force District of Washington command chief arrived at Joint Base Andrews less than a... MORE

CHIEF MASTER SERGEANT JOSE A. LUGOSANTIAGO

Returning deployers be like: 'Dude ... Where's my car?'
September 25, 2013 — Airman, Soldiers and Sailors who have deployed are well aware of the lengthy checklist to complete,... MORE

Andrews offers flu vaccine
September 24, 2013 — The 779th Medical Group Immunization Services Clinic is slated to have a flu vaccine drive for all... MORE

NCR Airmen participate in Air Force Night at Nationals Park
September 20, 2013 — Airmen from the National Capitol Region participated in various pre-game events and ceremonies in... MORE

The United States Air Force Drill Team performs during Air Force Night at National’s Park, Washington, D.C., Sept. 19, 2013. Airmen from the National Capitol Region participated in various pre-game events and ceremonies in honor of Air Force Night. (U.S. Air Force photo/Airman 1st Class Erin O’Shea)

Airman's initiatives increase realism, enhance SERE training
September 18, 2013 — Darting through woods and sprinting across open fields, Aircrew from the 89th Airlift Wing found... MORE

Staff Sgt. Matthew Fistler, far left, 89th Operations Support Squadron SERE specialist, directs SERE Refresher Course augmentees to rally points during an evasion exercise at Davidsonville Communications Site, Md., Aug. 21, 2013. The exercise was designed to teach survival techniques to 89th Airlift Wing aircrew in the event of an aircraft mishap and to re-qualify them on their previous SERE training. (U.S. Air Force photo/Senior Airman Lindsey A. Porter)

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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...