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JBAB reopens bowling center
February 5, 2026 — The U.S. Air Force’s 11th Wing leadership cuts the ribbon reopening the Potomac Lanes Bowling Center at Joint Base Anacostia-Bolling, Washington, D.C., Feb. 2, 2026. Contractors refurbished the facilities’ floors and restrooms, installed new ceiling fans and updated the sound system to improve quality of life through elevated on-base recreation. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Jordan Powell)... MORE

The U.S. Air Force’s 11th Wing leadership cuts the ribbon reopening the Potomac Lanes Bowling Center at Joint Base Anacostia-Bolling, Washington, D.C., Feb. 2, 2026. Contractors refurbished the facilities’ floors and restrooms, installed new ceiling fans and updated the sound system to improve quality of life through elevated on-base recreation. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Jordan Powell)

JBAB remembers one-year anniversary of the Potomac River aircraft collision
February 4, 2026 — Members of the Joint Base Anacostia-Bolling community gather during the remembrance ceremony honoring the victims of the 2025 Potomac River aircraft collision at JBAB, Washington, D.C., Jan. 29, 2026. Sixty-seven people were killed when American Airlines Flight 5342 and a U.S. Army UH-60L helicopter collided near Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport in Arlington, Va., Jan. 29, 2025. The ceremony marked the one-year anniversary of the incident and concluded with a candlelight memorial for the victims. (U.S. Air Force photos by Airman 1st Class Shanel Toussaint) ... MORE

U.S. Air Force Chief Master Sgt. Anthony Thompson Jr., right, senior enlisted leader for Joint Base Anacostia-Bolling and 11th Wing command chief, and Angelina Morlock, left, a protocol specialist with the 11th WG, light a candle to honor the victims of the 2025 Potomac River aircraft collision during a remembrance ceremony at JBAB, Washington,

D.C., Jan. 29, 2026. Sixty-seven people were killed when American Airlines Flight 5342 and a U.S. Army UH-60L helicopter collided near Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport in Arlington, Va., Jan. 29, 2025. The ceremony marked the one-year anniversary of the incident and concluded with a candlelight memorial for the victims. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Shanel Toussaint)

JBAB Security Forces Airmen Earn Air Assault Badge
January 30, 2026 — Staff Sgt. Zackary Lee Artibee, non-commissioned officer in charge of reports and analysis, Senior Airman James Daniels, patrolman, and 2nd Lt. Juan Garcia, a flight commander of the 11th SFS are now qualified in air mobile operations, helicopter insertion and extraction, sling load rigging, and rappelling techniques... MORE

U.S. Air Force (from left to right), 2nd Lt. Juan Garcia, flight commander for the 11th Security Forces Squadron, Staff Sgt. Zachary Lee Artibee, non-commissioned officer in charge of research and analysis with the 11th SFS, and Senior Airman James Daniels, a patrolman with the 11th SFS, pose in front of a flag at Joint Base Anacostia-Bolling, Washington, D.C., Sept. 19, 2025. These Airmen earned the U.S. Army’s Air Assault Badge, which focused on combat and air operations over 10 days of instruction. The course included tactical training, rappelling, written assessments and a 12-mile ruck march. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Shanel Toussaint)

Air Force Band enriches local community
January 28, 2026 — A small ensemble from The U.S. Air Force Band’s Ceremonial Brass connected with local students through a unique musical mission. The group traded solemn duties for jazz and Disney tunes with the goal to inspire the next generation and showcase the Air Force's power to build community through song. Six of the Ceremonial Brass bandsmen performed for three schools in the local area in January 2026. The small group aimed to inspire students and connect with community members as an extension of their primary mission in Arlington National Cemetery... MORE

U.S. Air Force Tech. Sgt. Luis Rivera, percussionist with The U.S. Air Force Band’s Ceremonial Brass, speaks with Gwynn Park Middle School band students in Brandywine, Md., Jan. 15, 2026. Students asked the Airmen questions following the performance, including how long the musicians had played their instruments, if they had ever wanted to quit, and how much they got paid. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Jordan Powell)

11th FSS Outdoor Recreation supports winter adventures for military members
January 22, 2026 — As winter settles in and seasonal activities take center stage, the 11th Force Support Squadron Outdoor Recreation office at Joint Base Anacostia-Bolling, Washington, D.C., serves military members and their families by providing affordable outdoor gear rentals and access to discounted tickets for local attractions and recreational activities... MORE

outdoor recreation staff helps with winter rentals

JBAB celebrates new chief selects
January 21, 2026 — Leadership from the 11th Wing and service members came together to recognize newest chief master sergeant selects during a release party at the Bolling Club on Joint Base Anacostia-Bolling, Washington, D.C., Jan. 15, 2026... MORE

Senior Master Sgt. Philip Barry, Secretary of the Air Force Office of Special Trial Counsel, right, shakes hands with Chief Master Sgt. Anthony Thompson Jr., left, senior enlisted leader for Joint Base Anacostia-Bolling and the 11th Wing, command chief, during a chief master sergeant release party at JBAB, Washington, D.C., Jan. 15, 2026. Chief master sergeant, the highest enlisted rank, is held by just 1% of the Air Force's enlisted force. (U.S. Air Force photo by Hayden Hallman)

JBAB shoots and scores
January 16, 2026 — Joint Base Anacostia-Bolling hosted a 3v3 basketball tournament to boost camaraderie and friendly competition. After some intense matchups, the winning team earned the JBAB Commander’s Trophy, presented by Michael Perry, JBAB’s fitness center director.The winning team consisted of Chief Master Sgt. Anthony Thompson Jr., Airman 1st Class Kentavious... MORE

JBAB Airmen and staff play a game of half-court 3-on-3 basketball in a gymnasium.

112 graduates awarded CCAF degree on JBAB
January 13, 2026 — One hundred twelve Community College of the Air Force associate degrees were awarded during a commencement ceremony at the Bolling Club on Joint Base Anacostia-Bolling, Washington, D.C., Jan. 9, 2026... MORE

Friends and family cheer at the conclusion of the Community College of the Air Force graduation at Joint Base Anacostia-Bolling, Washington, D.C., Jan. 9, 2026. The JBAB command team presented the degrees to 112 Airman and Guardian recipients from JBAB, Joint Base Andrews, Md., and the Pentagon (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Shanel Toussaint)

11th Wing leadership welcomes chief master sergeant selects
January 8, 2026 — Chief master sergeants from around the installation came together to celebrate newly selected chiefs on Joint Base Anacostia-Bolling, Washington, D.C., Jan. 6, 2026. Achieving the rank of chief master sergeant is a mark of distinction, recognizing years of dedication and the ability to lead at the highest levels of the enlisted force. Chief master sergeant, the highest enlisted rank, is held by just 1% of the Air Force's enlisted personnel. Below is a list of the master sergeant selects: CMSgt(s) Taylor Armstrong- United States Air Force Band CMSgt(s) Rahsheim Anderson- 811th Force Support Squadron CMSgt(s) Rochell Brown- 11th Force Support Squadron CMSgt(s) Joshua Cullum- United States Air Force Band ... MORE

Newly selected chief master sergeants and wing leadership from Joint Base Anacostia-Bolling gather for a photo on JBAB, Washington, D.C., Jan. 6, 2026. Chief master sergeant, the highest U.S. Air Force enlisted rank, is held by just 1% of the Air Force's enlisted personnel. (U.S. Air Force photo by Hayden Hallman)

A promise kept: An Airman’s commitment to excellence
January 8, 2026 — It’s been almost two years since I joined the team, and every moment has been an incredible ride. The countless hours of practice, early mornings and late nights led to those few minutes on stage where precision, pride, and purpose come together. What started as a temporary duty for me, turned into something that has shaped who I am at my core... MORE

Photo of an Air Force Airman with his mother during basic military training.