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  • The U.S. Air Force Band rings in the Fourth with guest conductor

    Airmen know the best view is from on high. For the Fourth of July celebration in Washington, D.C., Airmen from across the National Capital Region sought altitude to gain perspective on the nation's biggest Independence Day party. Under the trebled spires of the Air Force Memorial, The U.S. Air Force

  • Red Cross, BRAVO volunteers help keep the installation going

    The American Red Cross and Base Retiree Activities Volunteer Office at Joint Base Andrews play a significant part in the success of the mission of the Malcolm Grow Medical Center and other medical units on the installation.These BRAVO volunteers, comprised mostly of retirees eager to "give back" to

  • AFDW Chaplains help Airmen SAVE

    Air Force District of Washington Chaplains are working to help Airmen SAVE -- as in money toward retirement. SAVE -- 'Setup A Victorious Ending'  -- is an Air Force Year of the Family-inspired program that targets junior enlisted Airmen and company grade officers. It encourages them to take their

  • Take time to cool off in the library this summer

    The Joint Base Andrews Library is in the midst of an exciting summer and will host a variety of activities in the upcoming months.With its mission to provide information to the command structure, Airmen and families, the library encourages the base community to become involved in its events and take

  • NSPS to GS conversion 'town hall' meeting set

    Civilian transition from the National Security Personnel System to the General Schedule occurs July 4, 2010, for all AFDW civilians and those Air Force civilians in the National Capital Region serviced by AFDW/A1C.Approximately 98 percent of AFDW civilian positions have already been reclassified

  • Conductor emeritus to lead 300 musicians at AF memorial

    For Conductor Emeritus of The U.S. Air Force Band Col. Arnald D. Gabriel, a June 20 concert at The Air Force Memorial will tie together several aspects of his life and career which have shaped the nation.Colonel Gabriel, who retired from the Air Force in 1985, will lead a band of 325 musicians

  • 2010 Air Force Cycling Classic huge success

    In a sea of colorful jerseys, cyclists of all ages, riding on every type of bicycle imaginable and representing numerous companies and organizations, took to the streets June 12-13 for the Air Force 2010 Cycling Classic in Clarendon and Crystal City, Va. Nearly 1,950 riders participated in the

  • 'Salvia' added to banned substances for AFDW Airmen

    Air Force District of Washington Commander Maj. Gen. Darrell Jones issued a General Order June 9, 2010, prohibiting the use, possession or distribution of "Salvia" and "Spice" based on the risks to the health, welfare, and good order and discipline of the force, and the associated threat to mission

  • Hurricane season has arrived: Are you prepared?

    Hurricane season begins June 1 and runs through November 30. This region is not immune to hurricanes. Being prepared is imperative. When preparing for a hurricane, always have a plan. Plans include an emergency kit containing a large supply of food, water, household items and prescription