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‘Mission Strong’ summit unites leaders to strengthen Maryland’s military community
August 12, 2025
U.S. Air Force Col. Jun S. Oh, 316th Wing and installation commander, and Edward C. Rothstein, Maryland Department of Veterans and Military Families secretary, participate in the "Mission Strong” summit Aug. 8, 2025, at the Gen. Jacob E. Smart Conference Center at Joint Base Andrews, Maryland. Both leaders emphasized the central role that military families play in the strength and readiness of the armed forces.

Raven Runs the Distance
February 3, 2017
Senior Airman Joshua D. Smith, 811th Security Forces Squadron executive aircraft security team member, runs on a track at Joint Base Andrews, Md., Jan. 27, 2017. Smith is known as the “guy who runs” by his peers due to his love for running and completion of the Marine Corps marathon, five half marathons and numerous 5Ks. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Jordyn Fetter)

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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...