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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)

U.S. Air Force Honor Guard performance fosters valuable community relations
May 18, 2024 — The U.S. Air Force Honor Guard Drill Team performed professional drill and marching maneuvers before an audience at the 39th Cleveland International Tattoo in Cleveland, Ohio, on May 18, 2024... MORE

military members stand in formation in an auditorium

Joint Base Anacostia-Bolling garners five Chaplain Corps awards
April 30, 2024 — For their outstanding work in providing religious care and support to military and civilian personnel, the Joint Base Anacostia-Bolling Chapel Team received five awards at the Air Force District of Washington 2024 Chaplain Corps Awards Ceremony held at the JBAB Chapel Center, Washington, D.C., on April 30... MORE

Multiple chapel teams pose for a group photo at the base chapel at Joint Base Anacostia-Bolling

Air Force chaplain finds her purpose
March 29, 2024 — JOINT BASE ANACOSTIA-BOLLING, Washington, D.C. — Many people spend their entire lives trying to discover their purpose. It empowers them to pursue their passions and make a positive impact on the world around them. This is a journey U.S. Air Force Chaplain (Lt. Col.) Meoshia Wilson, Joint Base Anacostia-Bolling senior chaplain, is very familiar with... MORE

U.S. Air Force Chaplain (Lt. Col.) Meoshia Wilson, Joint Base Anacostia-Bolling senior chaplain, poses for a photo at JBAB, Washington, D.C., Feb. 14, 2024. Wilson has been a chaplain for more than 13 years. Her leadership philosophies are to walk in integrity, to serve people well, to have mutual accountability and to make a positive difference. (U.S. Air Force photo by Kristen Wong)

Senior NCO reflects on ups and downs of her career
March 18, 2024 — JOINT BASE ANACOSTIA-BOLLING, Washington, D.C.-- She took one last lingering look at her reflection in the mirror as she pulled her thick black curls into a tight bun... MORE

JBAB Defenders win AFDW Outstanding Security Forces individual awards
March 13, 2024 — JOINT BASE ANACOSTIA-BOLLING, Washington, D.C – Four members of the 11th Security Forces Squadron at Joint Base Anacostia-Bolling were awarded Air Force District of Washington Outstanding Security Forces Individual awards... MORE

Four members of the 11th Security Forces Squadron pose with their Air Force District of Washington Outstanding Security Forces individual awards on Joint Base Anacostia-Bolling, Washington, D.C., March 12, 2024. From the left: U.S. Air Force Tech. Sgt. Kristopher Wayne, noncommissioned officer in charge of operations; police Sgt. Dylan Myers, Alpha flight sergeant; police Sgt. 1st Class Robert Cox, Alpha flight chief; and U.S. Air Force Master Sgt. Melinda Miller, Charlie flight chief, were recognized for their significant contributions to the Security Forces career field.