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CMSgt retires after 29 years of service
October 3, 2024 — Current and former members of Joint Base Anacostia-Bolling’s leadership cheer after a congratulatory speech during a retirement ceremony for retiring U.S. Air Force Chief Master Sgt. Donald M. Cleveland, former senior enlisted leader for the 11th Mission Support Group at JBAB, Washington, D.C., Sept. 20, 2024. Several dozen family members, friends... MORE

Current and former members of Joint Base Anacostia-Bolling’s leadership cheer after a congratulatory speech during a retirement ceremony for retiring U.S. Air Force Chief Master Sgt. Donald M. Cleveland, former senior enlisted leader for the 11th Mission Support Group at JBAB, Washington, D.C., Sept. 20, 2024. Several dozen family members, friends and colleagues gathered to celebrate Cleveland’s 29-year career in the Air Force. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Shanel Toussaint)

Brazilian Air Force Symphony Orchestra performs at U.S. Air Force 77th birthday concert
October 1, 2024 — The U.S. Air Force Band performed on stage with the Brazilian Air Force Symphony Orchestra during the U.S. Air Force Birthday Concert at the Air Force Memorial in Arlington, Virginia, Sept. 13, 2024... MORE

More than 130 SNCOs inducted in the National Capital Region
September 13, 2024 — MORE

U.S. Air Force Retired Chief Master Sgt. of the Air Force Kaleth O. Wright, poses with over 100 senior noncommissioned officers at their final brief during the National Capital Region SNCO Summit at the Smart Center on Joint Base Andrews, Maryland, Sept. 6, 2024. The summit provided an in-depth briefing on the upcoming promotionary rank, outlining the expectations and responsibilities that come with the promotion. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Shanel Toussaint)

JBAB commemorates 9/11 with Remembrance Ceremony
September 11, 2024 — MORE

U.S. Air Force Col. Ryan A.F. Crowley, commander of Joint Base Anacostia-Bolling and the 11th Wing, gives a commemorative speech during the Remembrance Ceremony on the ceremonial lawn on JBAB, Washington, D.C., Sept. 11, 2024. His speech served as a reminder that there is a responsibility to make a collective commitment to safeguard the nation and response to emergencies will require a unified effort among service members. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Shanel Toussaint)

Where to eat on JBAB
August 31, 2024 — With an assortment of dining cuisines including fast food, deli-style sub sandwiches, finger foods (pizza, wings, etc.), healthy food bowls and a traditional military dining hall, the eateries on Joint Base Anacostia-Bolling, Washington, D.C. are ready to serve up your favorite dish.BUN-D is a healthy food establishment. It is located inside the... MORE

sailors stand in dining hall holding takeout food

First Space Force Guardians graduate United States Air Force Honor Guard technical training
August 21, 2024 — History was made on Aug. 16, 2024, as six U.S. Space Force students out of basic military training became the first Guardians to graduate technical training at the U.S. Air Force Honor Guard on Joint Base Anacostia-Bolling, Washington, D.C... MORE

Six U.S. Space Force Guardians and 12 U.S. Air Force Airmen stand in a single file during a graduation ceremony

11th SFS welcomes True North counselor as part of mission readiness effort
August 13, 2024 — The 11th Security Forces Squadron welcomed its first True North counselor on Joint Base Anacostia-Bolling, Washington, D.C., July 1, 2024... MORE

JBAB celebrates opening of sixth Family Child Care home
July 15, 2024 — On a warm July day, a gold ribbon flutters in the wind. The ribbon, taut with tension between two poles, was also taut with anticipation, ready to be cut. The Joint Base Anacostia-Bolling community gathered to celebrate the opening of its sixth Family Child care home, which is a significant milestone for child care services on the base. With a snip... MORE

Kameron Cox, son of Krista Cox, rests on a bean bag chair while his mother gives a home tour to U.S. Air Force Col. Ryan A. F. Crowley, commander of Joint Base Anacostia-Bolling and the 11th Wing, following the opening of the newest Family Child Care home at JBAB, Washington, D.C., July 10, 2024. One of the incentives of the Family Child Care Home program is that providers could be eligible to get paid for taking care of their own children. (U.S. Air Force photo by Hayden Hallman)

The United States Air Force Band honors Independence Day on TODAY Show
July 12, 2024 — In celebration of America’s 248 years of independence, The United States Air Force Band’s Ceremonial Brass from Joint Base Anacostia-Bolling in Washington, D.C., performed a collection of traditional and patriotic songs on the TODAY Show at Rockefeller Plaza in New York, N.Y., on July 5, 2024... MORE

reporters interview military officer with musicians and crowd in back

JBAB personnel train, mentor Civil Air Patrol cadets at Quantico
July 12, 2024 — Military members from the Air Force, Space Force and the Defense Intelligence Agency assigned to Joint Base Anacostia-Bolling, Washington, D.C., provided professional military leadership, guidance, and mentorship to more than 100 Civil Air Patrol youth cadets at the 2024 CAP National Capital Region Summer Encampment held on Marine Corps Base Quantico, Va., from June 23 – 28, 2024... MORE

2024 Civil Air Patrol National Capital Summer Encampment

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