AFDW CMSgts, selects complete orientation seminar

Chief master sergeant selects and a few Airmen who recently pinned on their E-9 stripe from across the National Capital Region attended the Chief Orientation Seminar to prepare for the responsibilities that come with their new rank here Feb. 3-7.The seminar featured briefings by key Air Force

AFDW Capital Airman: Christine Bickel

Christine Bickel, Air Force District of Washington director of ceremonies and protocol, is an AFDW Capital Airman. After achieving 21 years of federal government service, Bickel will be retiring later this month.Why did you choose to become part of the Air Force family? Following graduation from

Practice makes perfect

SSgt promotion test rescheduled for April 1-May 16

To ensure senior airmen selected for promotion to staff sergeant do not meet the enlisted retention board, the Air Force will move the testing window up from May 1-June 15 to April 1-May 16, Air Force Personnel Center officials said today."We have assured Airmen selected for promotion that they will

Retiring Air Force District of Washington civilian put service first

After a 21-year federal government career, Christy Bickel looks forward to starting the next chapter of her life following retirement on February 22.One constant accompanying her through similar transition periods has been a call to serve."I have found throughout my civil service and in life that

From the heart touch the heart: M&FSC unites deployed families

Sacrifice is a way of life for service members and their families. When deployments arise the Air Force Core Value, Service Before Self, is called to action. The Military and Family Support Center here stands by selfless service members of the National Capital Region by finding creative ways to

Big changes to Andrews Tax Center

Big changes at the tax center here this year will send many former patrons searching for other options when it comes to tax preparation services.Due to current budget cuts, the 2014 JBA Tax Center will no longer be able to offer full-fledged tax preparation services as in years past.The Joint Base

24 Q&As about new Distracted Driving Policy on JBA

Q: What qualifies as distracted driving? A: Distracted driving is defined as texting, talking, emailing or using a cellphone while operating a motor vehicle without the use of a hands-free device. Q: What if I am stopped at a red light or a stop sign and not driving at the time? A: Distracted

AFDW Capital Airman: Tech. Sgt. Shannah Ross

Tech. Sgt. Shannah Ross, Air Force District of Washington Commander's Support Staff Knowledge Operations Division NCO in charge, is an AFDW Capital Airman.Why did you choose to become part of the Air Force family? I choose to become a part of the Air Force because it provided the educational

Military OneSource offers free tax services

If it hasn't arrived yet, your 2013 W-2 wage and tax statement likely is on its way, and with it the countdown toward the April 15 tax filing deadline.As preparations begin for the upcoming tax season, military families are being offered a free service to ensure they can meet that deadline from