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Dental professionals continue education
May 9, 2017 — Airmen assigned to the 628th Medical Group and 20th Medical Group, from Shaw Air Force Base, S.C., came together to discuss implantology and periodontics as part of an annual Continuing Education Dental Conference here, May 4. The goal of including dental units from other installations was to maximize the impact of the conference. “We were excited... MORE

Col. Chol Chong, 59th Dental Training Squadron Periodontics Residency Program director, speaks to an audience during a continuing education dental conference at Joint Base Charleston, S.C., May 5, 2017. Chong discussed the diagnosis and treatment procedures of peri-implant inflammatory conditions. The conference served as a forum to discuss growing trends and the way ahead for the Air Force dental community. Topics focused primarily on dental implants and procedures for treating potential complications that may arise after a procedure.

315 AES stands out in AFRC awards
May 9, 2017 — Three Citizen Airmen of the 315th Aeromedical Evacuation Squadron at Joint Base Charleston were recently named the best at what they do in the Air Force Reserve. The following individuals were recipients of AFRC-level: Maj. Lee Knoell, Outstanding Air Force Reserve Technician of the Year Master Sgt. Michelle Carpenter, Outstanding Air Force Reserve Technician Master Sgt. Michelle Geers, Outstanding Air Force Crew Member of the Year... MORE

Three Citizen Airmen of the 315th Aeromedical Evacuation Squadron at Joint Base Charleston were recently named the best at what they do in the Air Force Reserve.

The following individuals were recipients of AFRC-level:

Maj. Lee Knoell, Outstanding Air Force Reserve Technician of the Year
Master Sgt. Michelle Carpenter, Outstanding Air Force Reserve Technician
Master Sgt. Michelle Geers, Outstanding Air Force Crew Member of the Year

NMCRS completes 2017 active duty fund drive
May 8, 2017 — The Charleston Navy-Marine Corps Relief Society (NMCRS) completed its annual fundraiser, Friday April 14th.The fundraising effort began in March and continued through the second week of April, raising more than $244,012.50."We are up 148% from last year's fund drive which raised $164,798 in 2016," said Autumn Crouser Director Navy-Marine Corps... MORE

Aircrew training device saves AMC time, money
May 5, 2017 — JOINT BASE CHARLESTON, S.C. -- Members of Joint Base Charleston celebrated the standup of the Total Force Aerospace and Operational Physiology Team along with the unveiling of the Reduced Oxygen Breathing Device and Hypoxia Familiarization Trainer during a ceremony here May 2. The ROBD is used to provide 437th and 315th Airlift Wing aircrews with... MORE

Maj. Kasie Gaona, Air Force Reservist, prepares a student for Aerospace Physiology refresher training using the Reduced Oxygen Breathing Device and Hypoxia Familiarization Trainer May 3. By using the device, Airmen receive their five-year required physiology training in a realistic simulation, locally and without the risks associated with the hypobaric chamber.

4th CTCS officially activates as part of 315th Airlift Wing
May 5, 2017 — The 4th Combat Camera Squadron was officially reactivated today in the Yonkie Auditorium at Joint Base Charleston under the 315th Airlift Wing, and Maj. Hamilton Underwood assumed the helm of the specialized Reserve unit... MORE

(from left) Lt. Col. John Robinson, 315th Operations Group commander, watches Maj. Hamilton Underwood, the units commander, unravel the 4th CCTS colors during a unit reactivation and assumption of command ceremony at Joint Base Charleston, S.C., May 5. The 4th CTCS, which was formally assigned to March Air Reserve Base in Riverside, Calif., deactivated in July 2015, but was reactivated and relocated to the 315 AW due to mission need. (U.S.Air Force Photo by Michael Dukes)

1st Combat Camera Squadron wins top honors
May 3, 2017 — 1st Combat Camera Squadron won the first place trophy for the 2017 DoD Best Combat Camera Team Competition. Tech. Sgt. Sam Weaver (right) and Airman 1st Class Kyle Hagan (left) earned overall first place honors and were presented Army Commendation medals at the awards ceremony held at Ft. Meade, Md. on Friday, April 21, 2017. Sgt. Weaver and... MORE

1st Combat Camera Squadron won the first place trophy for the 2017 DoD Best Combat Camera Team Competition. Tech. Sgt. Sam Weaver (right) and Airman 1st Class Kyle Hagan (left) earned overall first place honors and were presented Army Commendation medals at the awards ceremony held at Ft. Meade, Md. on Friday, April 21, 2017. Sgt. Weaver and Airman Hagan also placed first in the individual categories for the Visual Information exam, the obstacle course and M4 rifle qualification.

NHCC celebrates laboratory professionals
May 3, 2017 — Naval Health Clinic Charleston Commanding Officer Capt. Elizabeth Maley, left, and Seaman Alex Zizzo, a NHCC laboratory technician, cut the cake during a ceremony celebrating Medical Laboratory Professionals Week April 25, 2017 at NHCC. MORE

Naval Health Clinic Charleston Commanding Officer Capt. Elizabeth Maley, left, and Seaman Alex Zizzo, a NHCC laboratory technician, cut the cake during a ceremony celebrating Medical Laboratory Professionals Week April 25, 2017 at NHCC.

628th ABW 1st quarter award winners announced
May 3, 2017 — Members of Team Charleston are recognized by U.S. Navy Capt. Robert Hudson, left, Joint Base Charleston deputy commander, and Command Chief Master Sgt. Todd Cole, right, 628th Air Base Wing command chief, during the 628th ABW First-Quarter Awards Ceremony at the Charleston Club May 2, 2017, at Joint Base Charleston, S.C. Award winners were selected... MORE

Members of Team Charleston are recognized by U.S. Navy Capt. Robert Hudson, left, Joint Base Charleston deputy commander, and Command Chief Master Sgt. Todd Cole, right, 628th Air Base Wing command chief, during the 628th ABW First-Quarter Awards Ceremony at the Charleston Club May 2, 2017, at Joint Base Charleston, S.C. Award winners were selected based on their ability to perform primary duties while adapting to military requirements.

JB Charleston wraps up 2017 AFAF campaign
May 3, 2017 — Service members here participated in this year’s Air Force Assistance Fund campaign for 53 days, contributing to the cause even after its conclusion, April 28. The AFAF campaign is held annually to raise money for the Air Force Enlisted Village, LeMay Foundation, Air Force Villages and Air Force Aid Society. These affiliated charities provide... MORE

JB Charleston celebrates Month of the Military Child
May 3, 2017 — The Joint Base Charleston Child Development Center has been celebrating Month of the Military Child throughout April. Military children can face adversity due to the essential and demanding career path of their parents. There are more than 1.8 million children nationwide with at least one parent serving in the military. Deployments, permanent... MORE

Martin, a military child, plays with his robot at the Joint Base Charleston Child Development Center in South Carolina, April 6, 2017. April was named Month of the Military Child by former Defense Secretary Casper Weinberger in 1989 to applaud military children for their daily sacrifices.