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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...

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...

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...

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...

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...

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...

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 ...

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...

JBAB holds base housing tour for senior DoW leadership
January 7, 2026 — Members of the 11th Wing commander’s action group conduct a tour with Adam Dontz, Deputy Assistant Secretary of War for Housing, at the Furnari Hall unaccompanied service member housing facility on Joint Base Anacostia-Bolling, Washington, D.C., Dec. 9, 2025. The group met to tour existing housing facilities and discuss housing improvement projects for JBAB. (U.S. Air force photo by Airman 1st Class Shanel Toussaint) ...

Honor Guard honors retired Air Force pilot with dignity
January 6, 2026 — The 11th Operations Group, consisting of the U.S. Air Force Honor Guard, Arlington Chaplaincy and U.S. Air Force Band performed ceremonial honors for retired Lt. Col. Richard I. Erb in Arlington, Va., Dec. 3, 2025. The ceremony showcased the dedication and honor the Air Force held for those who served the nation. Erb’s grandson, Capt. Nicholas R...