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Operation Air Force meets Amazing Race
June 18, 2015 — MORE

As part of an "Amazing Race" style event, 20 U.S. Air Force Academy and Reserve Officers' Training Corps cadets ran to Outdoor Recreation June 15, 2015 at Joint Base Charleston, S.C., where the cadets partnered up and took turns on the rock wall, challenging themselves and using teamwork to ensure everyone made it to the top. The cadets also visited the Heritage Park where Stan Gohl, the 437th Airlift Wing historian briefed the group on the history of the 437th AW and the three static jets that reside in the air park and Combat Arms Training and Maintenance where they handled weapons ranging from the M-9 pistol to a .50 Cal Sniper Rifle. During each stop, the Airman's Creed was incorporated into the visit and what the creed means to the enlisted personnel. The cadets are visiting JB Charleston as part of Operation Air Force, which exposes them to a real-world Air Force environment and provides them the opportunity to see how base components work together to meet the mission. This is the first of three groups scheduled to visit the base. (U.S. Air Force photo / Capt. Brian Walker)

NMC partners with AF to build inert mines for BALTOPS 15
June 17, 2015 — Minemen from the Navy Munitions Command Unit Charleston, S.C., and Airmen from the 5th Munitions Squadron out of Minot Air Force Base, N.D., built 18 inert MK-62 Quick Strike Mines, June 10, 2015 to be loaded onto two B-52H Stratofortress participating in the BALTOPS 15 exercise.The B-52 used the inert MK-62 Quick Strike Mines to train and test the... MORE

U.S. Navy Chief Petty Officer Alex Sanchez, Navy Munitions Command Unit Charleston mineman, greases a piece of equipment for an inert MK-62 Quick Strike Mine at Royal Air Force Fairford, England, June 10, 2015. The inert mine was loaded onto a B-52H Stratofortress participating in the BALTOPS 15 exercise. BALTOPS demonstrates America’s shared commitment with NATO allies and partners to promote peace and security in the region. (U.S. Air Force photo/Senior Airman Malia Jenkins)

'Take Flight!' visits Joint Base Charleston
June 17, 2015 — MORE

Thirty-eight students from the Take Flight! Aviation Camp, Tuskegee Airmen and C-17 Globemaster III crewmembers, pose for a group photo June 11, 2015, on the flight line at Joint Base Charleston, S.C. The students began their day at JB Charleston where they attended a symposium at the 14th Airlift Squadron and later toured the C-17. Following lunch, they received a tour at the Boeing factory adjacent to the base. The visit introduces the students to potential careers in aviation as well as emphasizing the importance of education and pursuing goals. (U.S. Air Force photo/ 1st Lt. Alexandra Trobe)

628th AMDS change of command
June 17, 2015 — MORE

Lt. Col. Maureen Williams, 628th Aerospace Medicine Squadron commander, takes the guidon from Col. Margret Jones, 628th Medical Group commander during the squadron's change of command ceremony June 9, 2015 at the Charleston Club on Joint Base Charleston, S.C. Williams' previous assignment was at Offutt Air Force Base, Ne. Lt. Col. Ray Clydesdale, the outgoing squadron commander is headed to Ft. McNair in Washington, D.C. where he will attend the Eisenhower School for National Security and Resource Strategy. (Courtesy photo / 628th AMDS)

Be safe while grilling
June 16, 2015 — Summer has finally arrived and outdoor activities are already in full swing due to warmer weather. It's time to start thinking and practicing grilling safety. The Joint Base Charleston Fire Department is actively involving our base-wide family with tips and tools to ensure safe practices when grilling.According to the National Fire Protection... MORE

AF focuses 3rd round of VERA/VSIP for civilians
June 16, 2015 — In an effort to lead its force management actions with voluntary programs, Air Force officials announced a third round of civilian workforce shaping measures beginning June 15.The measures are necessary to meet the Air Force's headquarters organization and staffing reductions, which were designed to eliminate redundant activities, improve... MORE

Joint Base Charleston hosts local community 5k
June 16, 2015 — More than 250 runners from all over the Lowcountry participated in the "Run the Runway 5k" event June 13, 2015, at Joint Base Charleston S.C. The annual event, now open to the public, was conducted on a 3.1 mile course certified by USA Track and Field.The entire race took place on the flightline and started at 8 a.m."How many people can say they... MORE

More than 250 runners take-off during this year’s “Run the Runway 5k” event June 13, 2015, at Joint Base Charleston S.C. The annual event, now open to the public, was conducted on a 3.1 mile course certified by USA Track and Field. (U.S. Air Force photo/Senior Airman Jared Trimarchi)

841st Transportation Battalion receives new commander
June 12, 2015 — MORE

LTC Dennis Major (left) assumes command of the 841st Transportation Battalion from LTC Brian Memoli during a change of command ceremony, June 12, 2015 at Joint Base Charleston – Weapons Station, S.C. COL Jason Vick, 597th Transportation Brigade commander out of Fort Eustis, Va., presided over the ceremony. (U.S. Air Force photo/Staff Sgt. AJ Hyatt)

2014 Water Quality report available
June 12, 2015 — If you have ever wondered about the quality of water in your home or where it comes from, look no further, the Charleston Water System's Quality Report was recently released!The Charleston Water System is a publicly owned water utility that provides clean drinking water to more than 400,000 people in the greater Charleston area, including all of... MORE

EM readies base for hurricane season with preparedness week
June 10, 2015 — MORE

Master Sgt. Heather Howell, 628 Civil Engineer Squadron, NCO in charge of emergency management, goes over hurricane information with a commissary customer at the Joint Base Charleston – Air Base Commissary June 5, 2015. Throughout the week, 628th CES emergency management personnel visited various locations across the installation to inform the base populous about hurricane season, which started in June 1 and runs through November. (U.S. Air Force photo/Staff Sgt. William O'Brien)