An official website of the United States government
A .mil website belongs to an official U.S. Department of Defense organization in the United States.
A lock (lock ) or https:// means you’ve safely connected to the .mil website. Share sensitive information only on official, secure websites.

News Search

  • Airmen represent Gold Star families in ruck march

    Joint Base McGuire-Dix-Lakehurst Airmen run to the finish line during the 12th Annual Gold Star Ruck March on Joint Base MDL, New Jersey, Oct. 6, 2018. Participants pushed themselves on the last stretch towards the finish line of the three mile ruck march that honored fallen service members. (U.S.

  • Breast cancer survivor gives power to victim stereotype

    She traced her thumb over the black buttons as she anxiously pulled her chartreuse button-up over her chest. She was preparing to share her story of the missing parts of her. Dr. Michaelene Kloster, 99th Readiness Division chief of staff and retired U.S. Army brigadier general, shared her story of

  • Safety office inspects new joint confined space rescue training

    In the midst of an emergency, people may find themselves hit with a rush of adrenaline. The immediate actions of Joint Base MDL first responders are crucial to the outcome of an incident, so they must be proficient and knowledgeable to react appropriately to any situation. To ensure that

  • JB MDL welcomes new Honorary Commander Program inductees

    The Joint Base MDL community welcomed approximately 80 key civic leaders into the 2018-2019 Honorary Commander Program during an induction ceremony at Tommy B’s Activities Center, here Sept. 27.Each civic leader is paired with a military commander or senior enlisted leader and are invited to

  • Air Mobility Command wins Sadler Cup in first Defender Challenge in 14 years

    Air Mobility Command’s team earned first place for dismounted operations at the 2018 Defender Challenge, which commenced Sept. 11 with a ceremony to remember Sept. 11, 2001 here. For the first time since 2004, 14 Security Forces teams from each Air Force major commands, Air National Guard, Air Force

  • K-9s strike a pose for local artists

    The Society of Illustrators hosted a public sketch night with the 87th Security Forces Squadrons military working dogs and their handlers at the Society of Illustrators Museum in New York, Aug. 30.             Established in 1981, the society is the oldest nonprofit organization dedicated to the art

  • Mobile Escape Room strives to drive morale into Airmen

    The 87th Air Base Wing Chapel hosted a Mobile Escape Room team-building event at the McGuire Chapel here, Aug. 27.             The Chapel hosted the gathering as part of a series of events put together throughout the year to boost morale and encourage Joint Base MDL community members spiritual

  • Fit to Fight

    Last October, Master Sgt Tamara Johnson, 87th Communications Squadron, was at a low point.  She was battling three auto-immune conditions and her stress was at an all-time high.  Her body was not healthy.  She was going through medical challenges and felt stuck.  One day while watching Season 9 of

  • Don’t Get “Ticked” Off, Prevent Tick and Mosquito Bites!

    As the weather gets warmer and we start spending more time outside, ticks and mosquitoes also become more active. Although ticks and mosquitoes can carry diseases, their bites can be prevented.  Ticks are found in our backyard, along hiking trails, and other frequently trekked paths. They can detect

  • Enjoy Your Summer Cookouts with these Food Safety Tips

    ‘Tis the season for cookouts, picnics, and barbeques. As temperatures rise, so does the risk of foodborne illnesses. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, 1 in 6 Americans get sick from eating contaminated food every year. Anyone can contract a foodborne illness and although