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JBAB celebrates technical sergeant release party
June 28, 2024 — U.S. Air Force newly promoted technical sergeants pose for a photo after the technical sergeant release party hosted at the Bolling Club on Joint Base Anacostia-Bolling, Washington, D.C., June 24, 2024. Forty-eight staff sergeants were promoted to technical sergeants with their friends, families and colleagues in attendance. (U.S. Air Force photo... MORE

U.S. Air Force newly promoted technical sergeants pose for a photo after the technical sergeant release party hosted at the Bolling Club on Joint Base Anacostia-Bolling, Washington, D.C., June 24, 2024. Forty-eight staff sergeants were promoted to technical sergeants with their friends, families and colleagues in attendance. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman Shanel Toussaint)

JBAB hosts SAPR Olympics
June 28, 2024 — U.S. Navy Ceremonial Guardsmen pose with U.S. Air Force Col. Ryan A.F. Crowley, commander of Joint Base Anacostia-Bolling and the 11th Wing, and representatives from the Sexual Assault Prevention and Response team for a celebratory group photo on JBAB, Washington, D.C., March 29, 2024. The Navy Guardsmen’s “Team Bears” won the 2024 SAPR Olympics... MORE

U.S. Navy Seaman Rachel Duff, Navy Ceremonial Guardsman, sprints during a running competition for the Sexual Assault Prevention and Response Olympics event on Joint Base Anacostia-Bolling, Washinton, D.C., March 29, 2024. The competition consisted of tug-of-war, foot racing, egg carrying, sack racing and beer goggle racing. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman Shanel Toussaint)

11th Security Forces Squadron closes out Police Week
June 28, 2024 — Members of the 11th Security Forces Squadron hold a salute in honor of fallen 11th SFS service members at the closing ceremony of National Police Week on Joint Base Anacostia-Bolling, Washington, D.C., May 17, 2024. The salute was followed by a moment of silence and a rendition of Taps. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman Shanel Toussaint) MORE

Members of the 11th Security Forces Squadron hold a salute in honor of fallen 11th SFS service members at the closing ceremony of National Police Week on Joint Base Anacostia-Bolling, Washington, D.C., May 17, 2024. The salute was followed by a moment of silence and a rendition of Taps. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman Shanel Toussaint)

JBAB 316th updates their squadron photo
June 28, 2024 — Members of the 316th Medical Squadron at Joint Base Anacostia-Bolling pose for a photo in front of the Bolling Medical Center at JBAB, Washington, D.C., May 31, 2024. This photo session preceded a surprise retirement event for Lt. Col. Marilyn Perry, who has served 35 years in the Air Force as a medical provider. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman... MORE

Members of the 316th Medical Squadron at Joint Base Anacostia-Bolling pose for a photo in front of the Bolling Medical Center at JBAB, Washington, D.C., May 31, 2024. This photo session preceded a surprise retirement event for Lt. Col. Marilyn Perry, who has served 35 years in the Air Force as a medical provider. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman Shanel Toussaint)

11th CES updates their squadron photo
June 28, 2024 — Members of the 11th Civil Engineer Squadron pose for a photo in front of the 11th CES building at Joint Base Anacostia-Bolling, Washington, D.C., June 11, 2024. More than 100 members participated in the squadron photo. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman Shanel Toussaint) MORE

Members of the 11th Civil Engineer Squadron pose for a photo in front of the 11th CES building at Joint Base Anacostia-Bolling, Washington, D.C., June 11, 2024. More than 100 members participated in the squadron photo. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman Shanel Toussaint)

Summer safety in Washington: A guide for the JBAB community
June 26, 2024 — As summer ramps up in Washington D.C., it’s important that the Joint Base Anacostia-Bolling community stays informed and prepared for the season. With its unique location and diverse activities, JBAB offers plenty of opportunities for summer fun. However, ensuring the safety of all community members is paramount.This article provides essential tips... MORE

Summer weather can be unpredictable. Increasing water intake can help people avoid heat exhaustion when working or playing outdoors. (Reference Photo ID in DVIDS 2048739 Staff Sgt. Sheila deVera)

Building your military caregiver network
June 20, 2024 — Michelle Yanniello, a military family life counselor at Joint Base Anacostia-Bolling, Washington, D.C., writes about supporting individuals, couples, families, and groups facing the unique challenges of military life, such as managing stress, work-life balance, grief and loss, and other various transitions... MORE

USAF Honor Guard Drill Team represents the US at Belgian Defence International Tattoo 2024
June 14, 2024 — BRUSSELS - As lights begin to illuminate the stage, the drill team moves into column formation. The sound of their rifles hitting the ground in unison echoes through the silence as they seamlessly transition from one move to the next with flawless coordination. Murmurs of admiration for their skills ripple through the crowd... MORE

U.S. Air Force Honor Guard Drill Team prepares to perform their drill routine at the Belgian Defence International Tattoo 2024 in Brussels, Belgium, June 8, 2024.

Team Air Force District of Washington Builds Unity, Strength in Readiness Challenge X
June 7, 2024 — The 11th Civil Engineer Squadron from Joint Base Anacostia-Bolling in Washington, D.C., and the 316th CES from Joint Base Andrews, Maryland, joined forces in the Readiness Challenge X, a five-day competition consisting of simulated deployment exercises April 22-27 at Tyndall Air Force Base, Panama City, Florida... MORE

The Air Force District of Washington Team builds a shelter from the ground up during a deployment exercise on day three of the Readiness Challenge X at Tyndall Air Force Base in Panama City Beach, Florida, on April 24, 2024. This challenge prioritizes preparedness, innovation, and team work throughout the different challenges Airmen have to face throughout the training experience. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman Shanel Toussaint)

JBAB hosts all-inclusive retreat to combat burn-out and promote wellness
June 7, 2024 — The Joint Base Anacostia-Bolling Chapel hosted an all-inclusive wellness retreat weekend in Herndon, Virginia May 3-5, 2024. The event was led by Air Force Lt. Col. Meosha Wilson, the 11th Wing Joint Base Senior Chaplain at JBAB. More than 45 service members, military family members and Air Force civilian employees participated in the three-day event, which prioritized mental wellness and burnout prevention... MORE

Larisa Harrington, wellbeing coach at Strong By Nature Wellness, leads a yoga session for participants of the Joint Base Anacostia-Bolling wellness retreat weekend in Herndon, Virginia on May 4, 2024. The session was designed to improve, strengthen, balance, and promote mental clarity. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman Shanel Toussaint)

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