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Thirty-six teams compete for 2021 US House Softball title
September 25, 2021 — Thirty-six teams made of U.S. House of Representative staffers competed in an all-day softball tournament Sept. 18, 2021 at Joint Base Anacostia-Bolling, Washington, D.C., in the battle for the 2021 U.S. House Softball League title. The competition is the culmination of the season of play involving 75 teams across the nation. The U.S. House and Senate softball leagues collaborate with Joint Base Anacostia-Bolling as a prime location in the National Capital Region to host this annual morale engagement. ... MORE

Thirty-six teams made up of U.S. House of Representative staffers competed in an all-day softball tournment Sept. 18, 2021 at Joint Base Anacostia-Bolling, Washington, D.C., in the battle for the 2021 U.S. House Softball League title. The competition is the culmination of the season of play involving 75 teams across the nation. The U.S. House and Senate softball leagues collaborate with Joint Base Anacostia-Bolling as a prime location in the National Capital Region to host this annual morale engagement. (U.S. Air Force photo by Benjamin Matwey)

Myths and facts about the vax — debunking common COVID-19 vaccine myths
September 23, 2021 — The COVID-19 vaccine has been mandated across the Department of Defense and despite its demonstrated effectiveness and safety, a host of myths have left some Airmen and Guardians hesitant to receive it. While social media posts and some news outlets may make it harder to keep up with what is fact or fiction, the science is clear … approved COVID-19 vaccines work... MORE

The COVID-19 vaccine has been mandated across the Department of Defense and despite its demonstrated effectiveness and safety, a host of myths have left some Airmen and Guardians hesitant to receive it. While social media posts and some news outlets may make it harder to keep up with what is fact or fiction, the science is clear … approved COVID-19 vaccines work. (U.S. Air Force graphic)

JBAB hosts Honorary Commander Tour
September 21, 2021 — JBAB hosts Honorary Commander Tour at Joint Base Anacostia-Bolling, Sept. 14, 2021. The mission of the Honorary Commander’s program is to educate community leaders about military life and local missions and foster a mutually beneficial relationship with the community... MORE

JBAB, Honorary Commander Tour; mission partners

JBAB competes in Battle of the Bases Championship
September 20, 2021 — Teams from JBAB and Joint Base Myer-Henderson Hall compete for the Battle of the Bases title at National Park in Washington, D.C. National Capital Region military installations look to identify and develop outreach opportunities that strengthen military and local community relationships. MORE

JBAB; Battle of the Bases Championship; Softball; Military; Washington Nationals

United States Air Force Honor Guard performs Honor Flight Chicago veterans at Air Force Memorial
September 20, 2021 — Senior Airman Phillip Reyes, U.S. Air Force Honor Guard Drill Team ceremonial guardsman, performs for Honor Flight Chicago veterans at the Air Force Memorial, Arlington, Va., Sept. 16, 2021. The Honor Flight Network offers American military veterans free transportation to the nation's memorials in Washington, D.C. The group was made up of veterans... MORE

Senior Airman Phillip Reyes, U.S. Air Force Honor Guard Drill Team ceremonial guardsman, performs for Honor Flight Chicago veterans at the Air Force Memorial, Arlington, Va., Sept. 16, 2021. The Honor Flight Network offers American military veterans free transportation to the nation's memorials in Washington, D.C. The group was made up of veterans of World War II, the Korean War, and the Vietnam War. (U.S. Air Force photo by Brian Nestor)

Two Joint Base Anacostia-Bolling leaders commission into U.S. Space Force
September 15, 2021 — Two members of the United States Air Force Honor Guard transferred into the U.S. Space Force during a ceremony Aug. 10 at Joint Base Anacostia-Bolling... MORE

JBAB honors fallen on 20th anniversary of 9/11 terror attacks
September 10, 2021 — Mission partners from across the National Capitol Region gathered at Joint Base Anacostia-Bolling on Sept. 10, 2021 to honor those who died 20 years ago during the terror attacks on the World Trade Center and the Pentagon on September 11, 2001... MORE

Battalion Fire Chief for the Naval District Washington Jeffrey Roberts salutes during the playing of Taps during a 9/11 memorial ceremony on Sept. 10, 2021 at Joint Base Anacostia-Bolling, Washington D.C. Mission partners from across the National Capitol Region gathered at JB Anacostia-Bolling to honor those who died 20 years ago during the terror attacks on the World Trade Center and the Pentagon on September 11, 2001. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Kayla White)

Team JBAB protects base against Hurricane Ida flooding
September 10, 2021 — Members across Team JBAB protected low-lying facilities at Joint Base Anacostia-Bolling Sept. 1, 2021, prior to flooding anticipated from the aftermath of Hurricane Ida, which made landfall along the Gulf Coast Aug. 29, 2021... MORE

Joint Base Anacostia-Bolling moves to HPCON BRAVO+
September 8, 2021 — Joint Base Anacostia-Bolling moved to HPCON BRAVO+ on Sept. 8, 2021... MORE

JBAB contracting officer earns competitive unlimited warrant
September 1, 2021 — The unlimited warrant, or the ability to create and sign contracts of any dollar amount with taxpayer money on behalf of the government, signifies the pinnacle for enlisted and officer contracting Airmen. Master Sgt. Marlese Yelardy, 11th Contracting Squadron contracting officer, recently accomplished this career milestone. ... MORE

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