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July 12, 2024
Iditarod dining facility to close for $5.9 million renovation

The Iditarod Dining Facility at Joint Base Elmendorf-Richardson, Alaska, is scheduled to undergo extensive renovations and improvements and will serve its last meal July 26, before closing for an extended period.A total of $5.9 million will be allocated to revamping the dining facility to ensure the
July 12, 2024
Pararescuemen, paratroopers, tactical air controllers conduct joint airborne operations

Pararescuemen, paratroopers, tactical air controllers conduct joint airborne operations
July 9, 2024
U.S., allied forces soar for Arctic Defender

An estimated 500 personnel from the U.S., Canada, Germany, Italy, Spain and France kicked off exercise Arctic Defender at Joint Base Elmendorf-Richardson and Eielson Air Force Base July 8.
July 2, 2024
German Air Force exercise to begin July 8 in Alaska

Arctic Defender, a German Air Forces-led exercise, is scheduled to begin July 8 with primary flight operations over the Joint Pacific Alaska Range Complex and is scheduled to run through July 18.
June 26, 2024
Air Force offers free coaching program to develop personnel

The Air Force has launched the Coaching Culture Facilitator Course to help Airmen and civilian employees grow in their careers. This initiative aims to foster personal and professional development across all levels of the service by providing certified coaches to guide individuals in solving
June 24, 2024
Two military working dogs retire from 673d SFS

673d Security Forces Squadron military working dogs Uunkas and Chicco were retired from official duties at Joint Base Elmendorf-Richardson, Alaska, June 12, 2024.
June 21, 2024
673d Air Base Wing holds first-ever command chief change of responsibility

The 673d Air Base Wing Command Chief Master Sgt. Daniel Guzman bid farewell during a change of responsibility ceremony at the Arctic Warrior Event Center on Joint Base Elmendorf-Richardson, June 21.
June 21, 2024
Doyon Utilities, JBER leaders break ground on new water treatment plant

Doyon Utilities and the Joint Base Elmendorf-Richardson 673d Civil Engineer Group hosted a groundbreaking ceremony for the construction of a new water-treatment plant in Anchorage, Alaska, June 12, 2024.
May 31, 2024
Military spouse recognized as finalist for Alaska Young Professional of the Year Award

JOINT BASE ELMENDORF-RICHARDSON, Alaska — As a military spouse, integrating into civilian life can be challenging. Building connections and finding mentors is crucial, but requires understanding the language and culture of the community.Stephany Pippin, a public affairs specialist assigned to the
May 22, 2024
JBER recognizes new NCOs with quarterly induction ceremony

Joint Base Elmendorf-Richardson hosted its first quarterly Noncommissioned Officer induction ceremony to celebrate new staff sergeants at the Talkeetna Theater, JBER, Alaska, May 9, 2024.