Naval District Washington Story Archive
Blessing of the Fleet Honors Navy Women (14 April 2013)
The United States Navy Memorial held its annual spring Blessing of the Fleets ceremony April 13, providing District of Columbia citizens and tourists the opportunity to witness Naval heritage as demonstrated by the United States Navy Ceremonial Guard.
NSA Washington Responds to Suspicious Package (18 April 2013)
More than 800 civilian and military personnel safely returned to work after multiple tests of a suspicious package and unknown substance at Naval Support Facility (NSF) Arlington yielded negative results for hazardous material April 18.
Earth Day Keeps NDW Environmentally Conscious through Action (19 April 2013)
April 22 marks Earth Day for 2013, and many will use the day as an opportunity to make their homes, neighborhoods, and the planet a more environmentally cleaner place.
With the Navy's implementation of the Resident Energy Conservation Program (RECP), accountability for electrical consumption to each residence of Public Private Venture (PPV) housing will soon be the responsibility of residents.
Naval District Washington Observes Alcohol Awareness Month, Provides Free Screenings (19 April 2013)
Having an alcoholic beverage is not uncommon among adults, civilian and military alike. But when drinking starts to affect an individual's behavior, health and lifestyle then there's a problem.
Naval District Washington (NDW) is helping its Sailors and Marines provide assistance to their fellow service members during the 2013 Navy-Marine Corps Relief Society (NMCRS) fund drive.
Naval Support Activity Washington CO Reflects on Time at Helm (26 April 2013)
As the commanding officer of Naval Support Activity Washington (NSAW) transitions over to civilian life, Cmdr. David Varner reflects on his tenure as the person in command of six fence lines. Varner understood the responsibility of his new position, as it was also his first shore command.
Naval District Washington Salutes Service Members' Children During Month of the Military Child (26 April 2013)
During the month of April military installations across the globe are celebrating the contributions and sacrifices of service members' children during the Month of the Military Child.
Capt. Monte Ulmer relieved Cmdr. David Varner as commanding officer (CO) of Naval Support Activity Washington (NSAW) during a change of command ceremony in Admiral Leutze Park at the Washington Navy Yard April 26.
Naval District Washington (NDW) leadership was recently recognized by the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) for their exceptional support of regional emergency preparedness efforts during Hurricane Sandy in October.
Naval District Washington will be honoring the service and sacrifices of the Midway veterans during the 71st Battle of Midway Anniversary at the Navy Memorial in Washington, D.C., June 4, at 9 a.m.
More than 200 wounded service members from the U.S. and the United Kingdom (U.K.) will participate in the Warrior Games, hosted by the U.S. Olympic Committee, in Colorado Springs, Colo., May 11.
Throughout the month of May, Naval District Washington (NDW) will recognize Armed Forces Day with multiple events to honor U.S. service members.
The Naval District Washington (NDW) is participating in the HURREX/Citadel Gale annual exercise, May 13-24, in preparation for the upcoming Atlantic hurricane season. This a commander, Navy Installations Command (CNIC) and Fleet Forces Command (FFC) exercise.
When the temperature is rising, baseball season is in full swing, and barbecues are firing up it can only mean one thing: spring is here and summer isn't far behind. But in Naval District Washington (NDW), personnel should take time to consider the safety aspects of this busy time of year. That's wh