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Joint Base Andrews conducts street cordon rehearsal for 60th Presidential Inauguration
January 17, 2025 — U.S. Airmen assigned to the Joint Task Force-National Capital Region participate during a street cordon rehearsal at Joint Base Andrews, Md., Jan. 16, 2025. The rehearsal included participation from the 316th Wing, 844th Communications Group, and members with the 11th Wing, Joint Base Anacostia-Bolling, D.C., to practice and validate plans for the 60th Presidential Inauguration. Historically, up to 5,000 military personnel have provided ceremonial support during the inaugural period, which is defined as the five days before and four days after the presidential inauguration... MORE

A U.S. Airman assigned to the Joint Task Force-National Capital Region participates in a street cordon rehearsal at Joint Base Andrews, Md., Jan. 16, 2025. This rehearsal prepared the service members for street cordon duties at the 60th Presidential Inauguration on Jan. 20, 2025. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Julia Lebens)

Investing in families: Andrews breaks ground on $25M child development center
December 10, 2024 — A new era of child care and family support began as leaders and community members gathered Dec. 10 to celebrate the groundbreaking ceremony for a new child development center, signaling a major infrastructure investment for Joint Base Andrews... MORE

Col Jun S. Oh and children shovel dirt in a groundbreaking ceremony.

A purpose-driven life: Honoring Staff Sgt. Bailey Behzadi
November 25, 2024 — Airmen in crisp uniforms stand at attention in a sea of dark blue berets, as his name echoed three times through the hangar: “Staff Sergeant Behzadi.” “Staff Sergeant Behzadi.” “Staff Sergeant Bailey Behzadi.” There is silence, no answer to the call—as Behzadi’s unit, family, and friends mourn a life taken too soon... MORE

U.S. Air Force Staff Sgt. Ashlyn Carter, 316th Security Force Squadron flight sergeant, observes a moment of silence during the memorial service for Staff Sgt. Bailey Behzadi at Joint Base Andrews, Md., Oct. 21, 2024. Fellow defenders in the 316th SFS described Behzadi as a cornerstone of the unit, as he constantly checked in on others and advocated for change that would improve the team and the unit. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Aubree Owens)

Honoring the legacy of Malcolm Grow
November 22, 2024 — The 316th Wing Medical Group gathered to celebrate the legacy of Maj. Gen. Malcolm C. Grow at Joint Base Andrews, Md., Nov. 19, 2024... MORE

U.S. Air Force Col. Stacy G. Friesen, 316th Medical Group commander, speaks during a ceremony celebrating the legacy of Maj. Gen. Malcolm C. Grow at Joint Base Andrews, Md., Nov. 19, 2024. The event commemorated the 137th birthday of Grow, the Air Force's first surgeon general, after whom the Malcolm Grow Medical Clinics and Surgery Center is named. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Gianluca Ciccopiedi)

Winnin' like a Griffin: Shaneka Davis
November 21, 2024 — From left, U.S. Air Force Chief Master Sgt. Kevin W. Helms, 316th Wing command chief, Shaneka Davis, 316th Force Support Squadron program technician, and Col. Jun S. Oh, 316th Wing and installation commander, take a group photo at Joint Base Andrews, Md., Nov. 14, 2024... MORE

Ms. Shaneka Davis poses after winning an award from Col Oh and Chief Helms

Forging community through soccer
November 6, 2024 — Service members and civilians of all skill levels play soccer at Joint Base Andrews, Md., in fall 2024. The weekly games strengthen bonds between service members and civilians, fostering a more resilient and united community... MORE

Service members and civilians unite for a pickup soccer game at Joint Base Andrews, Md., Oct. 31, 2024. By enhancing teamwork and resilience, these games contribute to building a more supportive and cohesive community at Andrews. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Gianluca Ciccopiedi)

Through the lens of resilience: How a historian confronts vision challenges
October 31, 2024 — When Meaghan M. Kacmarcik was 10 years old, she was stricken with a rare genetic eye disease that impaired her vision, but she has not let it stand in the way of success and her passion for history... MORE

Meaghan M. Kacmarcik, 316th Wing deputy historian, gets her service dog, Charlie, ready to guide her to a meeting in the Jones Building at Joint Base Andrews, Md., Oct. 24, 2024. Charlie has been serving Kacmarcik since her sophomore year of college to help her navigate due to vision loss caused by Stargardt disease, a genetic eye disorder. (U.S. Air Force photo by Patrick Griffith)

CBRN teams enhance readiness through collaborative training exercise
October 28, 2024 — U.S. Air Force Chemical, Biological, Radiological, and Nuclear teams from across the National Capital Region participated in a training exercise aimed at enhancing their operational readiness, Aug. 23, 2024. Organized by the Installation Office of Emergency Management, the exercise tested participants’ ability to respond to simulated chemical and biological threats... MORE

From left, U.S. Air Force 1st Lt. Maria Reffner, flight commander at the Installation Office of Emergency Management, 316th Civil Engineer Squadron; Senior Airman Samuel Baker, operations team member; and Senior Airman Steven Fazakerley, training team member, conduct reconnaissance during a Chemical, Biological, Radiological, and Nuclear training exercise at Joint Base Andrews, Md., Aug. 23, 2024. The exercise tested Airmen's abilities to operate in full protective gear while responding to simulated CBRN threats. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Isaac March)

Fire safety fun at JBA's Mini Muster
October 15, 2024 — 316th Civil Engineer Squadron firefighters and volunteers encourage children to participate during the Mini Muster fire safety event at Joint Base Andrews, Md., Oct. 10, 2024. The event was part of Fire Prevention Week, a nationally observed week dedicated to promoting fire safety and awareness. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Gianluca Ciccopiedi)... MORE

Sparky the Fire Dog bids farewell to children at the close of the Mini Muster fire safety event at Joint Base Andrews, Md., Oct. 10, 2024. The event, part of Fire Prevention Week, featured a circuit-style race ensuring children were exposed to firefighting tools and techniques, contributing to a safer JB Andrews community. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Gianluca Ciccopiedi)

Command of 316th Medical Group changes hands
August 28, 2024 — U.S. Air Force Col. Stacy G. Friesen assumed command of the 316th Medical Group during a ceremony, Aug. 20. Friesen previously served as the deputy command surgeon for Air Force Central Command at Shaw Air Force Base, South Carolina. Her career also includes leadership positions in both operational and staff assignments, with a particular focus on medical operations and health care strategy. Friesen has served in various roles across the Air Force, including command positions and deployments in support of operations Enduring Freedom and Inherent Resolve, and other key missions... MORE

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Faces behind the Joint Base Andrews Air Show

From logistics and ground operations to aerial coordination, Airmen, civilians and community partners have been working behind the scenes to bring the 2025 Joint Base Andrews Andrews Air Show to life.The work of these teams spans every corner of the...

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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...