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Military Housing Office celebrates new location with ribbon-cutting ceremony
July 2, 2024 — The Military Housing Office celebrated the grand opening of its new location at 1604 California Ave. with a ribbon-cutting ceremony, June 21. The event represents the MHO’s ongoing commitment to enhancing the quality of life for service members and their families with a new, dedicated space... MORE

Two women holding a big pair of scissors, cutting a blue ribbon.

JBA opens new combat arms facility, ensures readiness
November 3, 2021 — Instructors and guests gathered outside for a ribbon-cutting ceremony to celebrate the newly built Combat Arms Training and Maintenance facility on base, Nov. 1, 2021... MORE

Col. Tyler Schaff, 316th Wing and installation commander, cuts a ribbon to signify the opening of the new Combat Arms Training and Maintenance facility at Joint Base Andrews, Md., Nov. 1, 2021. The new facility features many upgrades from the previous building, including a new 21-position firing range, weapons and range equipment maintenance area and office and common spaces for the instructors. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Spencer Slocum)

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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...