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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...

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...

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.

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...

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...

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...

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...

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

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. ...

The United States Air Force Band’s Airmen of Note performs at the Lincoln Memorial
August 30, 2021 — The United States Air Force Band’s Airmen of Note jazz performs in front of a live audience during the Music at the Monuments concert at the Lincoln Memorial in Washington, D.C., Aug. 18, 2021. The Airmen of Note is the premier jazz ensemble of the United States Air Force. The outdoor concert is part of the Music at the Monument series, offering...