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AF and USA participate in White Sands exercise
October 7, 2015 — The U.S. Air Force and U.S. Army began the Network Integration Exercise 16.1 (NIE 16.1) on September 25 in the White Sands Missile range, New Mexico. The purpose of the exercise was to modernize the Army's tactical communication network. The NIE spanned the globe with 14 international allied players. All participants interacted in both live and... MORE

During the NIE 16.1 White Sands Exercise, members of the 2nd Combat Brigade, 82nd Airborne Division Secure Landing Zone “Gypsum” with the help of the 21Special Tactics Squadron. (U.S. Air Force photo/Captain Ali Chinisaz)

AF Surgeon General visits JB Charleston
October 7, 2015 — MORE

Lt Gen Ediger shaking hands with SSgt Abigail Johannesson, 628th
Medical Operations Squadron

628th CES hurricane recovery efforts
October 7, 2015 — MORE

Staff Sgt. Devin Kennedy, 628th Civil Engineer Squadron heavy equipment operator, makes room for a sewer cover to be placed Oct. 6, 2015, on a road on Joint Base Charleston – Weapons Station, S.C. While hurricane Joaquin did not make landfall on the east coast, a constant flow of heavy rain caused flooding throughout the Carolinas. The 628th CES quickly accessed the damage and took action to fix and restore base assets. (U.S. Air Force photo/Airman 1st Class Clayton Cupit)

2015 Wounded Warrior Hunt
October 7, 2015 — MORE

Wounded warriors participating in the 2015 Wounded Warrior Hunt gather for a group photo Oct. 2, 2015, at the hunter check station on Joint Base Charleston – Weapons Station, S.C. The Wounded Warrior project’s purpose is to provide unique, direct programs and services to meet the needs of injured service members, help injured service members aid and assist each other and raise awareness and enlist the public’s help in meeting the needs of injured service members. (U.S. Air Force photo/Airman 1st Class Clayton Cupit)

14 AS loadmaster selected for A/TA AMC award
October 7, 2015 — MORE

Master Sgt. Michael Seaton, 14th Airlift Squadron loadmaster superintendent, performs pre-flight checks on equipment inside a C-17 Globemaster III Sept. 29, 2015, on the flightline at Joint Base Charleston – Air Base, S.C. Each year the Airlift/Tanker Association recognizes individuals who have demonstrated superior leadership, made outstanding contributions to the airlift/tanker mission and provided invaluable service to their civilian communities. Seaton was selected for the Air Mobility Command “Loadmaster” General Robert “Dutch” Huyser Award. (U.S. Air Force photo/Airman 1st Class Clayton Cupit)

Behind Civil Law
October 6, 2015 — The 628th Air Base Wing's legal group provides legal advice and handles legal functions for the people on Joint Base Charleston.The legal office is split into two major branches, military justice and civil law. Civil Law contributes to the successful functioning of the base and Jon Stanley, 628th ABW/Judge Advocacy, is the chief of the civil law... MORE

(From left to right) Mike Peterson, 628th Air Base Wing Equal Opportunity director, sits with Jon Stanley, 628th ABW Civil Law division chief in the Civil Law office on Joint Base Charleston – Air Base, S.C., Oct. 2, 2015. Peterson and Stanley were discussing a mediation settlement agreement concerning the base. (U.S. Air Force photo/Airman 1st Class Thomas T. Charlton)

Base Closure Guidance for October 6
October 3, 2015 — JOINT BASE CHARLESTON, S.C. - Joint Base Charleston will resume normal operations effective Tuesday, October 6th.All Child Development Centers and other Services/MWR facilities will be open. The Youth Centers will have a full day of programs since schools are closed.Short Stay Recreation Area will remain closed until further notice.Note that NPTU... MORE

Project S.T.A.R. awards their members
October 1, 2015 — MORE

Project Safety Through Alcohol Responsibility (S.T.A.R.), presented awards to their leadership and management team members at the Chapel Annex on Joint Base Charleston – Air Base, S.C., Sept. 30, 2015. During Project S.T.A.R., JB Charleston did not experience any alcohol-related car crashes in 2014 or 2015.

2015 SNCO Induction Ceremony
September 30, 2015 — MORE

Joint Base Charleston’s newest Senior NCO’s gather for a group photo during the SNCO Induction ceremony Sept. 25, 2015, at the Charleston Club on JB Charleston – Air Base, S.C. This ceremony is a time honored tradition that recognizes Airmen making the transition from NCO to SNCO. (U.S. Air Force photo/Airman 1st Class Clayton Cupit)

Khaki Ball Welcomes New Chiefs
September 30, 2015 — MORE

(left to right) Master-at-Arms Chief Petty Officer Rick Crowell, Electrician’s Mate Chief Petty Officer Thomas Byers, Mineman Chief Petty Officer David Toyloy, Logistic Specialist Chief Petty Officer Ashley Cooper, Yeoman Chief Petty Officer Chris Byrd, Fire Controlman Chief Petty Officer Rob McElroy, and Mineman Chief Petty Officer Michael Taylor pose for a group photo during this year’s Khaki Ball held at the Redbank Club, Joint Base Charleston – Weapons Station, Sept. 26, 2015. The event is held throughout the U.S. Navy each year to welcome the newly pinned Chiefs, their spouses and significant others into the Chiefs Mess. One of the proudest days in a Sailor’s life is the date when he or she dons the khaki uniform. (Courtesy Photo)