• Prepare for Mother Nature's wrath: Winterize your vehicle

    The first snowfall in Anchorage typically comes in the last couple weeks of October. Joint Base Elmendorf-Richardson residents can look east toward the Chugach Mountains and see the frost level creep lower with every passing day.

  • 'Show Some Love' for CFC

    The CFC is the world’s largest campaign and the official workplace giving campaign of the federal government. Arctic Warriors, their families and retirees can provide a helping hand - donating by payroll deduction, credit card, check, and even by volunteering hours. At JBER, there are more than 125

  • A homecoming for heroes: Veterans return from Honor Flight

    Twenty-three veterans from various cities and villages in Alaska went on a whirlwind three-day trip to Washington, D.C., as part of the Last Frontier Honor Flight, whose mission is to ensure veterans are able to visit memorials dedicated to their service and sacrifices.

  • Arctic Warrior of the Week: Oct. 19

    Each week, the 673rd Air Base Wing commander selects an ABW Airman who has been doing an exceptional job supporting our Joint Base Elmendorf-Richardson mission partners.The Arctic Warrior of the Week for Oct. 19, 2018, is Cherly McCarty from the 673d Force Support Squadron. Duty Title: Human

  • Don’t be tricked in making your holiday décor a wildlife treat

    There’s something in the air come All Hallows’ Eve. It’s likely the sweet fragrance of a freshly carved jack-o-lantern that coaxes moose from the safety of wooded areas. Even though pumpkins aren’t native to Alaska, that doesn’t stop moose from strolling up a residential driveway to enjoy the

  • JBER Halloween happenings

    Halloween comes only once a year, Joint Base Elmendorf-Richardson offers those keen on dressing up plenty of activities to get out during the month of October.

  • Arctic Warrior Chiefs’ Group Choice Award winner – October 2018

    Name: Staff Sgt. Chelsea BaioneUnit: 673d Air Base Wing, Elmendorf Professional Military Education CenterJob description: As the noncommissioned officer in charge of administration and logistics, I run the additional duties for my unit as well as accomplish the Commander's Support Staff duties. I