NAVFAC Washington awards contract for new medical facilities at JBA

Naval Facilities Engineering Command Washington awarded a $214 million contract to build an ambulatory care center and dental clinic at Joint Base Andrews Naval Air Facility Washington, Oct. 29.The project will include a multi-story ambulatory care center which will have an ambulatory surgery

AFDW leadership tours 79 MDW facilities, learns capabilities

Air Force District of Washington Commander Maj. Gen. Sharon K. G. Dunbar and Chief Master Sgt. Scott A. Fuller, AFDW command chief, toured the 79th Medical Wing facilities at Joint Base Andrews, Md., and Joint Base Anacostia-Bolling, D.C., and viewed the numerous capabilities the 779th and 579th

Winter on Andrews is "snow" laughing matter

More than 17 inches of snow fell on Joint Base Andrews in 2009 during "Snowmageddon." In its wake, several area businesses and base units were inoperable for days. Despite the record-setting weather, the Andrews flight line was the only airfield in the National Capital Region to remain open through

Remains of two Airmen lost in 1969 identified, honored

The remains of two Airmen who died when their F-4D Phantom II was shot over Laos in 1969 were returned and honored at Arlington National Cemetery with full military honors Oct. 19.Col. Wendell Keller, of Fargo, N.D., and Capt. Virgil K. Meroney III, of Fayetteville, Ark., were killed when their

AFDW HQ 3rd Quarter Award Winners

Air Force District of Washington Commander Maj. Gen. Sharon K. G. Dunbar and Chief Master Sgt. Scott A. Fuller, AFDW command chief, recognized top performers throughout AFDW Headquarters staff during the 3rd Quarter Awards ceremony, Oct. 23, at Joint Base Andrews, Md.Click here to view slideshow.

Through Airmen's Eyes: Ultimate wingman helps save friend's life

(This feature is part of the "Through Airmen's Eyes" series on AF.mil. These stories focus on a single Airman, highlighting their Air Force story.)An Airman noticed the suicidal signs of a friend, reported the problem and helped save his friend's life.Airman 1st Class Albert Chang, 375th Comptroller

AF Band to perform live on local TV

Wizards salute Andrews Airmen, service members

More than 20 Airmen from Joint Base Andrews were served lunch by members of the NBA's Washington Wizards at a downtown steak house in Washington Oct. 22.The Airmen were invited as a part of the Wizards' 3rd Annual Salute to the Stars. This year, the focus was recognizing service and family members

Veterans honored during Joint Service Make a Difference Day

Military service members gathered at the World War II Memorial in Washington, D.C. to honor veterans during the Joint Service Make a Difference Day volunteer event, Oct. 20."Our veterans are a reflection of our service member's future," said Olivia Hunter, Naval District Washington (NDW) Regional

Do's and Don'ts for Airmen during political season

With the 2012 general presidential election only weeks away, please in mind that special ethics rules apply to active-duty Airmen regarding their political activities. The purpose of these rules is to ensure the Department of Defense does not influence our nation's electoral process. Violation of