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JB Charleston holds base picnic for service members, families
May 9, 2017
U.S. Air Force Senior Airman Trey Weston, 628th Security Forces Squadron military working dog handler, and Ari, MWD, greet a crowd after performing a demonstration during a base picnic at the Air Base Picnic Grounds May 5, 2017, at Joint Base Charleston, S.C. Attendees were provided free meals and were able to participate in various activities including face painting, wall rock climbing, live music and a Military Working Dog demonstration.
Dental professionals continue education
May 9, 2017
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
NMCRS completes 2017 active duty fund drive
May 8, 2017
Aircrew training device saves AMC time, money
May 5, 2017
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
(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 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.
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 based on their ability to perform primary duties while adapting to military requirements.
JB Charleston wraps up 2017 AFAF campaign
May 3, 2017