News

Wing Leadership receives annual flu shots
November 1, 2016 — U.S. Air Force Col. Robert Lyman, left, Joint Base Charleston commander, receives his annual flu shot from Staff Sgt. Sarah Woods, right, 628th Medical Group (MDG) NCO in charge of the allergy and immunizations clinic, Oct. 21. The 628th MDG began offering the flu shot to active-duty service members, children from ages three to 17 and high-risk... MORE

U.S. Air Force Col. Robert Lyman, left, Joint Base Charleston commander, receives his annual flu shot from Staff Sgt. Sarah Woods, right, 628th Medical Group (MDG) NCO in charge of the allergy and immunizations clinic, Oct. 21. The 628th MDG began offering the flu shot to active-duty service members, children from ages three to 17 and high-risk adults Oct. 17. Beginning Nov. 1, the influenza vaccine is available to all DoD beneficiaries. Additionally, the Air Base Exchange will offer a flu line on Nov. 19 from 1000 to 1300.

Pumpkin Patrol volunteers ensure Halloween safety
November 1, 2016 — Tech. Sgt. Marcus Thompson, 628th Security Forces Squadron flight chief, briefs Pumpkin Patrol volunteers on their duties during Pumpkin Patrol here, Oct. 31, 2016. On Halloween, members of Joint Base Charleston volunteered for Pumpkin Patrol to walk through base housing on the lookout for injured or lost children. MORE

Tech. Sgt. Marcus Thompson, 628th Security Forces Squadron flight chief, briefs Pumpkin Patrol volunteers on their duties during Pumpkin Patrol here, Oct. 31, 2016. On Halloween, members of Joint Base Charleston volunteered for Pumpkin Patrol to walk through base housing on the lookout for injured or lost children.

CDC provides safe learning environment
October 31, 2016 — Childcare can be stressful for parents and guardians. Choosing a safe, educational and cost efficient service is a high priority but not always easy. The Joint Base Charleston Child Development Center is a safe, secure learning environment where Department of Defense members can leave their children while they are at work. “Our mission is to... MORE

Yolonda Green, education technician, entertains children with a puppet during play time at the Joint Base Charleston Child Development Center, Oct. 24, 2016. The CDC provides daytime care for children of Department of Defense members from six months to five years of age.

628th ABW recognizes 3rd Quarter Award winners
October 31, 2016 — Col. Robert Lyman, Joint Base Charleston commander, left, and Chief Master Sgt. Todd Cole, 628th Air Base Wing (ABW) command chief, right, stand with the 628th ABW third quarter award winners during a ceremony at the Charleston Club Oct. 21, 2016. The winners (left to right) are: Mr. James Chavis, 628th Civil Engineer Squadron, Ms. Justine Smith,... MORE

Col. Robert Lyman, Joint Base Charleston commander, left, and Chief Master Sgt. Todd Cole, 628th Air Base Wing (ABW) command chief, right, stand with the 628th ABW third quarter award winners during a ceremony at the Charleston Club Oct. 21, 2016. The winners (left to right) are: Mr. James Chavis, 628th Civil Engineer Squadron, Ms. Justine Smith, 628th Contracting Squadron, Airman 1st Class Jacques Benoit, 437th Aerial Port Squadron, Master Sgt. Jason Gilbert, 628th Medical Group, and Capt. Charles Keaton, 628th Comptroller Squadron. The 628th ABW quarterly awards recognize outstanding Airmen, NCOs, senior NCOs, company grade officers and civilians for their hard work and dedication.

USCGC Hamilton assists Haitian President and U.S. Ambassador in damage assessment
October 28, 2016 — In the wake of Hurricane Matthew, Coast Guard Cutter Hamilton embarked the Republic of Haiti’s president, Jocelerme Privert, transporting him to the waters adjacent to the Haitian city of Jeremie. Hurricane Matthew directly impacted Jeremie rendering roads impassable and severely damaging the infrastructure.President Privert, accompanied by U.S... MORE

U.S. Coast Guard Capt. Scott Clendenin, USCGC Hamilton (WMSL 753) commander, meets with Jocelerme Privert, President of the Republic of Haiti, Peter Mulrean, U.S. Ambassador to Haiti and Leopold Berlanger, President of Haiti’s Provisional Electoral Council, aboard the Hamilton off the coast of Jeremie, Haiti, Oct. 8, 2016 (U.S. Coast Guard Photo by Petty Officer First-Class Joseph Cook)

JB Charleston lights the way for domestic abuse victims
October 27, 2016 — A candlelit vigil was held to raise awareness for domestic abuse victims and honor military families affected by abuse at the Hunt Community Center here, Oct. 24.The Family Advocacy Office has been raising awareness throughout October to educate members of Team Charleston about domestic abuse in the military and the resources available to victims... MORE

Members of the 628th Medical Group hold up red silhouettes during a candlelit vigil to raise awareness for domestic abuse victims and honor military families affected by abuse at the Hunt Community Center here, Oct. 24, 2016. Red silhouettes are used across the United States to recognize victims who lost their lives to domestic violence.

Base honor guard receives training from Air Force Honor Guard
October 27, 2016 — The Air Force Honor Guard Mobile Team arrived here Oct. 24 to conduct training with Joint Base Charleston’s Honor Guard team.The mobile team is comprised of pallbearing, colors and a firing party instructor that travel to bases year-round to help improve the abilities of base honor guard members.“They’re here to ensure we are training and following... MORE

Senior Airman William Tramill, left, Air Force Honor Guard Mobile Team pallbearer element trainer, Tech. Sgt. Matthew James, center, Air Force Honor Guard Mobile Team colors element trainer and Airman 1st Class Merrick Kruml, Air Force Honor Guard Mobile Team firing party element trainer, present the elements of their specialties here, Oct. 26, 2016. To become a member of the mobile team you have to be in the Air Force Honor Guard and be a part of the technical training flight.

437th AW leadership recognizes award winners
October 27, 2016 — Col. Jimmy Canlas, left, 437th Airlift Wing commander, and Chief Master Sgt. Kristopher Berg, 437th AW command chief, right, stand with the 437th AW third quarter award winners during a ceremony at the Joint Base Charleston Theater Oct. 25. The awardees, from left to right, are: Senior Airman Ron Vorndran, Master Sgt. Robert Pickel, Tech. Sgt... MORE

Col. Jimmy Canlas, left, 437th Airlift Wing commander, and Chief Master Sgt. Kristopher Berg, 437th AW command chief, right, stand with the 437th AW third quarter award winners during a ceremony at the Joint Base Charleston Theater Oct. 25. The awardees, from left to right, are: Senior Airman Ron Vorndran, Master Sgt. Robert Pickel, Tech. Sgt. Jason Mark and Mr. Nathan Watts. The quarterly awards recognize outstanding Airmen, NCOs, senior NCOs, company grade officers and civilians for their hard work and dedication.

Carter Meets With Iraqi Prime Minister, Addresses Troops in Baghdad
October 23, 2016 — Defense Secretary Ash Carter met with Iraqi Prime Minister Haider al-Abadi in Baghdad and spoke with troops there about the fight against the Islamic State of Iraq and the Levant and the ongoing military campaign to retake the city of Mosul... MORE

Secretary of Defense Ash Carter in Irbil, Iraq after flying on a Joint Base Charleston C-17 Globemaster III. The Defense Secretary was their to review Kurds' role against ISIL in Mosul. (Department of Defense photo)

315th Airlift Wing named 4 AF best of best
October 21, 2016 — The 315th Airlift Wing took top honors Thursday night, Oct. 20, after receiving the Raincross Trophy for the best wing in 2016 at the 4th Air Force at the Raincross Trophy Dinner in Riverside, California.“We are proud to receive this prestigious award of excellence,” said Col. Gregory Gilmour, 315th AW commander. “It represents the hard work and... MORE

From Left, Maj. Gen. John Flournoy Jr, 4th Air Force commander; Chief Master Sgt. Mark Barber, 315th Airlift Wing command chief; Col. Cherie Roff, 315th Mission Support Group commander; Lt. Col. John Robinson, 315th Operations Group vice commander (seated); Col. Gregory Gilmour, 315th AW commander; Tech Sgt. Tim Kelly, 315th AW Safety; and Col. Sharon Johnson, incoming 315th Maintenance Group commander, pose with the Raincross Trophy Oct. 20 after the 315th AW received the award at the Raincross Trophy Dinner in Riverside, California. (Courtesy photo)