571st MSAS, Colombia air force prepare for Red Flag Exercise

With the Air Force continuously evolving, an emphasis has been placed on building partnerships and exchanging ideas with nations around the world. The 571st Mobility Support Advisory Squadron recently completed a four-week Air Mobility Command Building Partner Capacity mission to Colombia where they

U.S., Honduran medical team explore problems, solutions

Inside a small examination room an air conditioning unit hums away, working overtime to keep the room comfortable. The addition of chairs flushed against the wall and behind tabletops set on top of unsteady legs makes the room appear more like a classroom than a medical examination room. The air

Williamson assumes command of 305th AMW

Joint Base McGuire-Dix-Lakehurst bid farewell to one leader and welcomed another at a change of command ceremony for the 305th Air Mobility Wing July 20 at Dock 1 in true 'Can Do' spirit.Lt. Gen. Mark Ramsay, 18th Air Force commander, presided over the ceremony between outgoing commander Col. Paul

Joint Base MDL Exchange celebrates 117 years with host of savings

In 1895, the War Department issued General Order 46 directing commanders to establish an Exchange at every post. Since then, Exchange associates have faithfully served alongside service members wherever they are called to serve. Today, whether at Bagram or Barksdale, troops and their families know

Inaugural Cardboard Boat Regatta sets sail

Some set sail, some sank and some did a little bit of both. All, however, had a good time. Joint Base community members came together to test their boat-crafting skills at the inaugural Cardboard Boat Regatta July 14 at Willow Pond here. "I've wanted to do an event like this since I was hired in

USCG Atlantic Strike Team changes command

Barbecue safety

There's nothing better than gathering with family and friends and having a barbecue. Most people do not think about the dangers that go along with this normal, most often uneventful day. Try to keep in mind; a simple and quick lapse in judgment could have a lasting effect on a loved one! While out

Suspicious packages evolve with terrorism threat

Suspicious packages have long been a problem in the United States, ranging from harmless to deadly. Training provides basic awareness and education but this "disposable" skill-set requires updated reviews to combat complacency and boost situational awareness. Regular validation through unit/agency

New ‘commanders’ inducted into joint base family

About 50 civic leaders from the surrounding community were inducted into the Joint Base McGuire-Dix-Lakehurst family during a ceremony at Tommy B's Community Activities Center here July 2.The community leaders were introduced as the base's newest honorary commanders, who will serve a year-long term

Joint base celebrates America’s independence

Fireworks illuminated the night sky over Doughboy Field parade ground during the installation's annual Fourth of July celebration Wednesday.The Independence Day celebration is a community outreach event open to the public to show appreciation to the surrounding communities and to celebrate the birth