• JBER Chaplain hosts Marriage Retreat

    The Joint Base Elmendorf-Richardson chaplains are hosting an all-inclusive weekend at no cost for couples at the Alyeska Resort in Girdwood, Alaska on Sept. 16 and 17, as part of a marriage retreat.  The retreat is based on the Marriage Care curriculum developed by Air Force chaplains to revitalize

  • Be mindful of the school zone areas

    In less than a week, the majority of area schools will be in session. The 673d Air Base Wing Safety Office reminds service members and families driving to and from work or dropping off their children to be situationally aware.  “Keep an eye on children once school is in session, especially during

  • Air Force Major rises up as a Warrior Games medalist

    Air Force Maj. Teresa Sellers, a nurse anesthetist with the 673d Surgical Operations Squadron had her military career planned out. After being assigned to Joint Base Elmendorf-Richardson, she was ready to venture out to her next assignment.  When life throws you a curve ball you have to learn to

  • What to expect at the Alaska State Fair

    The Alaska State Fair will be in full swing from 24 Aug. to 4 Sept. at the Alaska State Fairgrounds in Palmer, one hour north of Anchorage. The fair attracts close to 300,000 visitors per year.  The Alaska State Fair hosts several vendors, food to please every palate, rides, concerts, acrobats,

  • Muleskinners Support Air Force Exercise

    Soldiers assigned to the 109th Transportation Company "Muleskinners", 17th Combat Sustainment Support Battalion, U.S. Army Alaska, load vehicles and equipment on Joint Base Elmendorf-Richardson, Alaska, June 28, 2017, in support of a U.S. Air Force exercise. USARAK is at the forefront of protecting

  • Summer Fest

    The 673d Force Support Squadron is hosting their second Summer Fest July 1, from 11 a.m. to 8 p.m. and on July 2, from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. at the Buckner Physical Fitness Center.  After the success of the first summer fest, the 673d FSS hopes to continue the two-day event biannually.  “Summer Fest is

  • Be safe on Fourth of July

    In a few days, Joint Base Elmendorf-Richardson service members and their families will celebrate 241 years of American Independence on the Fourth of July. Each year families and friends come together during the long weekend, but there are safety measures to keep in mind for a successful holiday

  • Exchange partners with Army Emergency Relief and Air Force Aid Society

    The base exchange is partnering with the Air Force Aid Society and the Army Emergency Relief program to collect donations supporting military members and their families from June 14 to 18 and from Sept. 14 to 18 during the Army and Air Force birthday celebrations.  Both AER and the AFAS have been

  • Music Man: Saxophonist Jazzes Up JBER Music

    The whiteboards on the walls list songs – everything from “Hey Ya” by Outkast to “Beast of Burden” by the Rolling Stones to “My Girl” by the Temptations. Reading the lists, there’s a sense of order under the randomness; they’re work-in-progress set lists for the 9th Army Band.In another room,