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Joint Base Charleston acquires first locomotive in 60 years
June 18, 2026 — The 628th Logistics Readiness Squadron unveiled the newest locomotive added to the Air Force inventory since 1966 at Joint Base Charleston, March 4, 2026... MORE

A photo of four men standing in front of a locomotive.

Joint Base Charleston welcomes new commander during change of command ceremony
June 17, 2026 — JOINT BASE CHARLESTON, S.C. – U.S. Air Force Col. K. Michael Shirley II assumed command of Joint Base Charleston and the 628th Air Base Wing from Col. Jason H. Parker during a change of command ceremony here, June 17, 2026... MORE

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Port Dawgs generate new training model for air transportation career field
June 15, 2026 — JOINT BASE CHARLESTON, S.C. - Air transportation subject matter experts gathered at Joint Base Charleston, June 9-11, 2026, for a Career Field Education and Training Plan cross-walk, to overhaul their training framework. This process shifted the focus from simple task signoffs to a competency-based model designed to boost mission readiness... MORE

A Chief Master Sgt. briefs Air Transportation Specialist

U.S. Coast Guard Cutter Eagle Visits Charleston
June 11, 2026 — The U.S. Coast Guard Cutter Eagle sailed to Charleston, South Carolina, June 11, 2026, for the first time in five years... MORE

A photo of Coast Guardsmen steering the Coast Guard Cutter Eagle.

Team Charleston encouraged to prepare now for hurricane season
June 9, 2026 — Hurricane season is underway, and Joint Base Charleston emergency managers are encouraging military members, families and civilian personnel to prepare now before a storm threatens the Lowcountry. This message comes on the heels of a recent base-wide hurricane exercise, which helped identify strengths and gaps in preparedness while reinforcing the importance of personal readiness... MORE

628th Medical Group mitigates vector-borne illnesses at Joint Base Charleston
June 8, 2026 — Occurring from March 1 to Nov. 1, Mosquito season marks the period when mosquitoes, and the vector-borne illnesses they carry, are most prevalent in the Lowcountry... MORE

A mosquito graphic, with the silhouette of a mosquito and multiple depictions of blue bacteria with font, informing the public of different precautions to take during the season.

A New Chapter for Coast Guard Base Charleston
June 5, 2026 — U.S. Coast Guard Base Charleston Color Guard members prepare to present the colors during a change of command ceremony at the Founders Hall in West Ashley, South Carolina, June 4, 2026. The change of command signifies the formal transfer leadership and responsibility for the unit and its assigned mission. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class... MORE

Murph Challenge honors Lt. Michael Murphy at Joint Base Charleston
June 2, 2026 — JOINT BASE CHARLESTON, S.C. — Service members from across Joint Base Charleston participated in the Murph Challenge at Joint Base Charleston, South Carolina, May 29, 2026, honoring the legacy and sacrifice of the fallen U.S. Navy SEAL Lt. Michael P. Murphy through one of the military’s most recognized Hero Workouts of the Day... MORE

U.S. Airmen pose for a group photo after the Murph Challenge.

437 APS hosts annual Port Dawg memorial run
May 29, 2026 — Members of the 437th Ariel Port Squadron recently conducted a 2.2-mile memorial run at Joint Base Charleston on May 21, 2026, to honor the U.S. Air Force aerial transportation specialists who have passed away throughout the year... MORE

Navy Reserve Center Charleston Hosts Change of Command Ceremony
May 28, 2026 — U.S. Navy CDR. Elijah Waddle, Navy Reserve Center assumes command from U.S. Navy CDR. Chad W. Peterson, during a Change of Command ceremony at Joint Base Charleston, South Carolina, May 16, 2026. As CDR. Peterson closes this chapter of service, CDR. Waddle stands ready to lead Charleston’s Navy Reserve Center... MORE