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NFL divisional round predictions
January 6, 2011 — New Orleans Saints @ Seattle Seahawks - Congratulations to all the Seahawks fans out there reading this, because nobody(including yourselves) could have predicted the good fortunes that came your way this season. Sure, it was evident going into the season the NFC West wasn't exactly a powerhouse division, but to win the division (and get a home... MORE

National Football League: Week 1 Predictions
September 10, 2010 — Finally, September is here, and the NFL has returned! The last week leading up to the start of the NFL season has had a number of big moves, with Arizona parting ways with Matt Leinart, the Seahawks getting rid of their number one receiver T.J. Houshmandzadeh, and the Jets finally signing Darrelle Revis. All of those will make for interesting... MORE

Malcolm Grow Medical Center offers help to those eyeing refractive surgery
August 30, 2010 — Tired of being restricted by your glasses? The Warfighter Eye Center, located at Malcolm Grow Medical Center on Andrews Air Force Base, Md., is offering refractive surgery to active duty military members. Qualified candidates can leave their glasses behind in as little as two months. "You're looking at being scheduled within a month for the pre-op... MORE

AFC Predictions: division by division breakdown
August 27, 2010 — This is the first of a two-part series. Next week will be the NFC preview.AFC West Division Champs - San Diego Chargers:The Chargers walked away with this division last season finishing five games ahead of the second place Broncos. The Chargers as currently manned are not as talented as they were last season. Star wide receiver Vincent Jackson... MORE

Three defensive rookies to watch in training camp
August 20, 2010 — Editor's Note - This is part two of a two-part series discussing the most intriguing offensive and defensive rookies to keep an eye on during the preseason.It's been almost four months since the NFL Draft and the talk of the uncertain futures of the top rookies has shifted to shock and awe over their record setting contracts, their prospective... MORE

Three offensive rookies to watch in training camp
August 6, 2010 — Editor's Note - This is part one of a two-part series discussing the most intriguing offensive and defensive rookies to keep an eye on during the preseason.It's been almost four months since the NFL Draft and the talk of the uncertain futures of the top rookies has shifted to shock and awe over their record setting contracts, their prospective... MORE

It’s time to push all in or fold for three MLB teams
July 23, 2010 — Well, it's that time of year again folks. It's time for teams to decide if in their heart of hearts they really think they have a shot to not only make the playoffs, but do some damage in October. By this point, teams need to know whether or not they'll try and acquire that missing piece to help them over the hump. If the season is a lost cause,... MORE

2010 NBA Draft: Winners and Losers
July 1, 2010 — Each year, the NBA Draft offers a glimmer of hope to all 30 teams. Hope that their respective team lands an impact player that can be the face of their franchise for the next decade or perhaps for teams closer to the promised land, a solid guy to come off the bench and give your stars a breather. Every draft is different. Some are strong due to the... MORE

When did the D.C. sports scene become exciting?
June 25, 2010 — The headline says it all. When did D.C. have this much excitement over not one, but all four of its professional sports franchises? In the past, each has had their time when they were the talk of the town, well, except for maybe the Nationals, but there hasn't been a time in recent memory when they all were heading in the right direction.The... MORE

Sport Bike Riders Course available on Joint Base Andrews
June 18, 2010 — In the spirit of ensuring all Joint Base Andrews servicemembers have a fun, but more importantly, safe summer, there is a new Military Sportbike Rider Course available on our installation. The purpose of the course is to teach riders the correct techniques when cornering and handling sport bikes, said Mr. Jamie Kesselring, 316 Wing Safety... MORE

JOINT BASE ANDREWS, Md. -- Vanessa Jones, left, Cape Fox Professional Services motorcycle safety instructor, guides a group of sports bike riders through various training scenarios during a Military Sport Bike Rider Course held on Andrews June 16. The purpose of the specialized course is to illustrate the correct technique when cornering and handling sport bikes. Classes are held on Andrews at least once a month, and throughout the National Capital Region weekly. (U.S. Air Force photo by Bobby Jones)