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Summer safety campaign implores Airmen to Say Something
May 26, 2017 — The Critical Days of Summer campaign kicks off Memorial Day weekend raising awareness to common summer safety issues.“From Memorial Day weekend to Labor Day weekend, a lot of military members and their friends and families start going out more doing things like barbecuing and boating, but usually get comfortable with what’s familiar to them and... MORE

Airmen promote team building during 437th Airlift Wing picnic
May 26, 2017 — Airmen of the 437th Aircraft Maintenance Squadron and the 16th Airlift Squadron compete during a dodge ball game as part of the 437th Airlift Wing picnic at Joint Base Charleston, S.C., May 26. Attendees were able to compete in sports and play games during the event such as basketball, dodge ball, tug-of-war and ultimate Frisbee. (U.S. Air Force... MORE

Airmen of the 437th Aircraft Maintenance Squadron and the 16th Airlift Squadron compete during a dodge ball game as part of the 437th Airlift Wing picnic at Joint Base Charleston, S.C., May 26. Attendees were able to compete in sports and play games during the event such as basketball, dodge ball, tug-of-war and ultimate Frisbee. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Christopher Hubenthal)

Women’s Health Clinic opens at JB Charleston
May 26, 2017 — A ribbon cutting ceremony was held here to celebrate the opening of the 628th Medical Group Women’s Health Clinic, May 19.Cancer screenings, post-partum care, select gynecological services, hormonal replacement therapy and infertility treatments are a few of the health benefits available to female Tricare beneficiaries. Women’s Health services are... MORE

Jessica Bryant, left, 628th Medical Group Women’s Health Clinic licensed practical nurse, Cynthia Adams, center, 628th MDG Women’s Health Clinic nurse practitioner, and Senovia Linnen, right, 628th MDG Women’s Health Clinic registered nurse, showcase the Women’s Health Clinic here, May 23, 2017. The clinic provides specialized women’s healthcare including cancer screenings, post-partum care, hormonal replacement therapy and infertility treatments.

JB Charleston leadership recognizes newest master sergeant selects
May 26, 2017 — This year across the Air Force, 20,169 master sergeants were eligible to make the rank of master sergeant and 5,166 were selected for promotion. According to the official Air Force website the average selectee score was 523.22.Congratulations to Joint Base Charleston's newest master sergeant selects:TSgt Aaron Brackett, 628th Civil Engineer... MORE

Master Sergeant selects from the 628th Air Base Wing and 437th Airlift Wing pose for a group photo at a master sergeant release celebration at Joint Base Charleston, S.C., May 25. The Air Force wide selection rate was 25.61%. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Christopher Hubenthal)

841st Transportation Battalion holds change of command
May 25, 2017 — Army Col. Stephen Riley, right, 597th Transportation Brigade commander, hands the guidon to the new 841st Transportation Battalion commander, Lt. Col. Chad Blacketer, left, during a change of command ceremony at Joint Base Charleston May 19, 2017. The 841st Transportation Battalion's mission is to conduct surface deployment and redeployment... MORE

Army Col. Stephen Riley, right, 597th Transportation Brigade commander, hands the guidon to the new 841st Transportation Battalion commander, Lt. Col. Chad Blacketer, left, during a change of command ceremony at Joint Base Charleston May 19, 2017. The 841st Transportation Battalion's mission is to conduct surface deployment and redeployment distribution and water terminal operations to support and sustain the warfighter.

Airmen received diplomas during 2017 Spring CCAF Graduation
May 25, 2017 — Joint Base Charleston leadership presented 20 Airmen with their Community College of the Air Force degree in their respective career fields at the Charleston Club here, May 19. The Community College of the Air Force is a federally-chartered degree-granting institution that serves the United States Air Force's enlisted total force. MORE

Joint Base Charleston leadership presented 20 Airmen with their Community College of the Air Force degree in their respective career fields at the Charleston Club here, May 19. The Community College of the Air Force is a federally-chartered degree-granting institution that serves the United States Air Force's enlisted total force.

Air Force selects 2017 triathlon team
May 23, 2017 — The Air Force recently selected the 2017 Air Force Triathlon Team that will represent the service at the 2017 Armed Forces Triathlon Championship June 7-11 at Naval Base Ventura County, California.If nominated at the championship, members will advance to compete at the Conseil International du Sport Militaire World Military Triathlon Championship... MORE

Air Force Sports Triathlon (U.S. Air Force graphic/Gregory Hand)

JB Charleston participates in National Police Week
May 22, 2017 — The 628th Security Forces Squadron hosted several events throughout the week of May 15-19 in commemoration of National Police Week.The purpose of Police Week is to honor those who have fallen, along with showcasing law enforcement officer skills.“I think Police Week is important because it gives us an opportunity to reflect on those who came before... MORE

Senior Master Sgt. Michael Salmon, 628th Security Forces Squadron superintendent, stands at parade rest in front of a flight of defenders at Joint Base Charleston, S.C, May 15, 2017. A ceremony was held during Police Week to honor fallen security forces members.

Medical Expo shares resources, saves lives
May 22, 2017 — The 628th Medical Group hosted the annual Lowcountry Skills Expo to enhance readiness verification skills for medics here and in the community, May 17.Nearly 300 people from eight agencies trained on nine medical competencies including sutures, mass blood transfusions, IVs and litter carrying techniques.“We’re coming together to see how we can... MORE

U.S. Navy Petty Officer 2nd Class Marvina Bealor, Naval Health Clinic Charleston hospital corpsman, performs triage during the second annual Lowcountry Medical Skills Expo here, May 17, 2017. Nearly 300 people from eight agencies trained on nine medical competencies including sutures, mass blood transfusions, IVs and litter carrying techniques during the expo.

Charleston Mayor speaks at FEA awards ceremony
May 17, 2017 — Charleston Mayor John Tecklenburg speaks at the Federal Executive Association’s Annual Federal Employee of the Year Luncheon at Joint Base Charleston, S.C., May 12, 2017. The event recognizes federal employees who go above and beyond their normal duties. The FEA promotes coordination between federal agency programs for maximum public benefit and... MORE

Charleston Mayor John Tecklenburg speaks at the Federal Executive Association’s Annual Federal Employee of the Year Luncheon at Joint Base Charleston, S.C., May 12, 2017. The event recognizes federal employees who go above and beyond their normal duties. The FEA promotes coordination between federal agency programs for maximum public benefit and fosters stronger relationships between the agencies’ management officials.