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Joint Base Andrews moves to Health Protection Condition Bravo
February 7, 2022 — Due to a decrease in COVID-19 numbers throughout Maryland and the National Capital Region, Joint Base Andrews moved to Health Protection Condition Bravo today... MORE

CSAF visits JBA to engage with America’s Airmen
November 18, 2021 — On 17 Nov., 2021, Air Force Chief of Staff Gen. CQ Brown, Jr. visited JBA to engage with America’s Airmen... MORE

Air Force Chief of Staff Gen. CQ Brown, Jr., speaks with Airmen at the 459th Air Refueling Wing at Joint Base Andrews, Md., Nov. 17, 2021. Brown answered questions on topics including Air Force infrastructure, manning and the Total Force Integration concept. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Spencer Slocum)

Detachment 5's new leader assumes command
June 23, 2021 — Janeva R. Maxson assumed command of Detachment 5, Air Force Installation and Mission Support Center, at Joint Base Andrews, Md., June 17, 2021. The 316th Wing hosted the leadership transition... MORE

Janeva R. Maxson, right, assumes command of Detachment 5, Air Force Installation and Mission Support Center, by taking the guidon from Maj. Gen. Tom Wilcox, Air Force Installation and Mission Support Center commander, during her assumption of command ceremony, June 17, 2021, at The Club At Andrews, Joint Base Andrews, Md. Maxson is responsible for providing installation and mission support capabilities, to include civil engineering, security forces, and financial services to the Air Force District of Washington and National Capital Region. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Daniel Brosam)

Month of the Military Child: recognizing contributions from military children
May 7, 2021 — Col. Tyler Schaff, 316th Wing and Joint Base Andrews commander, and his wife, Ellen Schaff, visit Child Development Center 3 to read books to the children and spend time with them as a thank you, April 28, 2021, at Joint Base Andrews, Md. April is designated as the Month of the Military Child, underscoring the important role military children play in the armed forces community. Sponsored by the Department of Defense Military Community and Family Policy, the Month of the Military Child is a time to applaud military families and their children for the daily sacrifices they make and the challenges they overcome... MORE

Col. Tyler Schaff, 316th Wing and Joint Base Andrews commander, and his wife, Ellen Schaff, visit Child Development Center 3 to read books to the children and spend time with them as a thank you, April 28, 2021, at Joint Base Andrews, Md. April is designated as the Month of the Military Child, underscoring the important role military children play in the armed forces community. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Daniel Brosam)

Earth Week at JBA features clean-up, hazardous waste collection
May 6, 2021 — Airmen gather trash during Earth Week, April 28, 2021, near Joint Base Andrews, Md. Properly disposing of trash helps keep natural spaces green, prevents wildlife from being exposed to potential hazards, and allows Airmen to give back to the local community. Earth Week 2021 events included hosting an electronics and household hazardous waste recycling location, trash clean-up on and off base, and planting trees... MORE

Airmen gather trash during Earth Week, April 28, 2021, near Joint Base Andrews, Md. Properly disposing of trash helps keep natural spaces green, prevents wildlife from being exposed to potential hazards, and allows Airmen to give back to the local community. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Daniel Brosam)

First joint Spark Tank fosters creative solutions
April 7, 2021 — The SparkX Cell Innovation and Idea Center on Joint Base Andrews held its first ever joint 316th Wing and 89th Airlift Wing Spark Tank on March 26, 2021. ... MORE

The SparkX Cell Innovation and Idea Center on Joint Base Andrews held its first ever joint 316th Wing and 89th Airlift Wing Spark Tank on March 26, 2021. The event provided a forum for presenters to bring forward innovative ideas to wing leadership in hopes of improving base operations and quality of life. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Cary Smith)

Honors, recognition given to Vietnam Veterans at JBA during national observance
April 5, 2021 — Members from the 316th Wing honored Vietnam War veterans on base for Vietnam War Veterans Day, March 29, 2021... MORE

Retired chief talks about resilience
March 2, 2021 — Airmen from the 316th Wing attended an in-person and virtual professional development seminar Feb. 26, 2021, at Joint Base Andrews, Md... MORE

JBA first responders are base’s first recipients of historic COVID-19 vaccine
December 31, 2020 — Members from the 316th Medical Group administered the new Moderna COVID-19 vaccine here, Dec. 30, 2020... MORE

316th Operations Group hosts immersion tour for CMSAF Bass
November 24, 2020 — The 316th Operations Group hosted an immersion tour for Chief Master Sgt. of the Air Force JoAnne Bass, at the 1st Helicopter Squadron, Nov. 23, 2020. The tour included briefs about the organizations, missions, and responsibilities of the 1st Helicopter Squadron, 316th Operations Support Squadron, and the 316th OG... MORE

U.S. Air Force Col Tyler Schaff and Chief Master Sgt. Ezekiel Ross, 316th Wing Commander and Command Chief, welcome Chief Master Sgt. of the Air Force JoAnne Bass, and Chief Master Sgt. Nathaniel Perry, Air Force First Sgt. Special Duty Manager, at Joint Base Andrews, Md., Nov. 23, 2020. Bass and her team attended the 316th Operations Group’s immersion tour. (U.S. Air Force Photo by Senior Airman Kaylea Berry)

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A security policeman of the 76th Security Police Squadron and military working dog provide security as JordanianAirliner departs with King and Queen Hussein Bin-Talal on Jan. 1, 1980.

JBA honors Security Forces legacy during Police Week

Military police at Andrews have gone by many names over the decades, ranging from Military Police to Air Police, and now Security Forces; but their mission has remained committed to safeguarding the installation and enabling the Air Force mission...

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U.S. Air Force Lt. Col. Tim Marriner, 316th Security Forces Squadron commander, attend the Prince George’s County Police Department’s Military Service Appreciation Luncheon, May 22, 2025.

Continuing the mission: Honoring military veterans in law enforcement

The following are remarks given by Lt. Col. Tim Marriner, 316th Security Forces Squadron commander, at the Prince George’s County Police Department’s Military Service Appreciation Luncheon, May 22, 2025. The remarks have been edited for length and...