Articles

Oct. 4, 2022
Prepare for winter with FAQs

Each year, many questions are asked on social media and through official channels regarding a myriad of winter weather, snow removal and reporting status topics. The Joint Base Elmendorf-Richardson Public Affairs office has compiled a list of frequently asked questions for personnel and their
Oct. 4, 2022
Air Component Senior Leader Course influences culture of AF senior leaders, operational-level C2

Meeting the challenges of the 2022 National Defense Strategy requires a range of new and innovative approaches to training U.S. Air Force senior leaders. One such way is through the 705th Training Squadron’s restructuring of their training portfolio to include the Air Component Senior Leader
Sept. 30, 2022
State of Alaska ships 14,000 pounds of relief supplies to Merbok-impacted region

The Alaska State Emergency Operations Center is working closely with state, federal and private-sector partners to coordinate the shipment and distribution of thousands of pounds of humanitarian supplies to Western Alaska communities hardest hit by Typhoon Merbok.
Sept. 30, 2022
Rent the Camo: JBER selected to participate in Maternity Uniform Pilot Program

The 773d Logistics Readiness Squadron will begin scheduling appointments for maternity uniform issue at its Central Issue Facility on Oct. 1. Joint Base Elmendorf-Richardson will participate in the Maternity Uniform Pilot Program, or “Rent the Camo,” which will temporarily issue Operational
Sept. 23, 2022
USO Alaska supports JBER service members

No matter where they are, the United Service Organizations is renowned for standing with service members and their families. The USO Alaska is dedicated to ensuring every service member feels valued and appreciated by their communities.
Sept. 22, 2022
Service members provide emergency services during Operation Merbok response

Approximately 100 members of the AKOM, which includes members of the Alaska National Guard, Alaska State Defense Force and Alaska Naval Militia, were activated following a disaster declaration issued Sept. 17 after the remnants of Typhoon Merbok caused dramatic flooding across more than 1,000 miles
Sept. 22, 2022
210th Rescue Squadron conducts rescue mission

The 210th Rescue Squadron's Guardsmen provide rescue support in Alaska in the case of injuries or natural disasters in the surrounding areas.
Sept. 19, 2022
11th Air Force Commander visits 673d ABW, participates in immersion tour

U.S. Air Force Lt. Gen. David Nahom participated in a 673d Air Base Wing immersion tour at JBER Sept. 14.The immersion gave Nahom an opportunity to learn firsthand about the role the 673d ABW and JBER play in readiness and defense in the Arctic. He toured facilities, received briefings on innovative
Sept. 15, 2022
A foundation for future leaders

How do I successfully lead and earn the respect of an organization when most folks here have more experience than me? How do I delegate and balance priorities? Who can I rely on to help me support Airmen? What is my purpose here? My mission?
Sept. 13, 2022
JBER Hospital hosts first K-9 combat medical training course

The 673d Medical Group, with the help of the Joint Base Elmendorf-Richardson Veterinary Treatment Facility, held its first-ever K-9 Tactical Combat Casualty Care class at the JBER hospital Sept. 1. The joint branch course touched on life saving topics such as emergency airway management, abdominal