• Dutch television show treats Spartan family to vacation

    Heidi Ornelles, wife of 1st Sgt. Steven Ornelles, B Company, 725th Brigade Support Battalion, 4th Brigade Combat Team (Airborne), 25th Infantry Division, was born and raised in the Netherlands. She hadn't been home to see her family in almost three years. That all changed, Dec. 8, when she received

  • Tips for power outage

    The 773rd Civil Engineer High Voltage crews have again been battling the elements to troubleshoot a power outage on the far west side of JBER-E.The outage occurred approx 3:30 a.m. this morning. Although there is still trouble shooting, it is suspected an insulator failed and flashed over on a pole

  • Toys for Tots: Remote Delivery

    Marines from Delta Company, Anti-terrorism Battalion, 4th Marine Division, stationed at Joint Base Elmendorf-Richardson, Alaska, made a difference in the lives of many rural Alaskan children during the holiday season. With a large goal ahead of them, local Marines, as well as a group of Marines from

  • Shoplifting stats reveal rise in offenses at base exchange

    Despite a focus on Electronic Article Surveillance systems, closed circuit television cameras and an aggressive youth shoplifting awareness campaign, shoplifting at Army and Air Force Exchange Service (the Exchange) facilities here increased by 40 percent over last year, from 70 incidents in 2009 to

  • MDSS remains undefeated, beats CES

     The afternoon of Jan. 5 would not be a good one for the men of the 673d Civil Engineers Squadron over-30 intramural basketball team. With already having a rough season, they added another loss, putting them at 4-8.The 673d Medical Support Squadron started off slow against the CES, with neither team

  • Bears may hibernate, but wildlife still requires caution

    Winter in Alaska gives Joint Base Elmendorf-Richardson residents relief from most concerns about bears, but dangers still exist from moose, wolves and even birds.Yes, I really do mean birds.Around both Elmendorf and Bryant Army Airfields ravens can pose a serious threat to aircraft and their

  • Fireworks prohibited on JBER

    This year the City of Anchorage is permitting the use of fireworks at private residences from 2130 31 Dec - 0100 1 January. However, all fireworks need to remain off the installation. In accordance with WGI 32-2001/AR 420-12, 29.2., fireworks including, bottle rockets, roman candles, bombs,

  • JBER snowmachine trails are open

    Snow cover is now sufficient for snowmachine trails to open for riders on both sides of JBER. Automobile drivers need to keep an eye out for snowmachine xings around the installation.Snowmachine rider on JBER-Richardson, contact the Richardson Gate at 384-2916 to get a Recreational Access Permit.

  • JBER Commander Holiday Message

    Americans around the world will gather to celebrate this holiday season, in a world you have made safer. Your dedicated service and personal sacrifice ensures their freedom and defends their liberties. Like them, I am thankful for your contributions and devotion to duty. The gift you give to others

  • Wreaths Across America honor fallen

    Troops and commanders from Joint Base Elmendorf Richardson gathered at Richardson National Cemetery to partake in a memorial ceremony, Saturday, to honor the fallen and POW/MIA during the holiday season.Based on a project that has its beginnings with Arlington National Cemetery, Wreaths Across