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315th MSG commander retires after 33 years
June 9, 2015 — Friends, family and fellow Airmen gathered at the Base Theatre June 7, 2015 to celebrate the long career and retirement of Col. James B. Hurley, commander, 315th Mission Support Group, Joint Base Charleston, S.C.During Hurley's 33-year career, he served with the active duty Air Force then transitioned to the Air Force Reserve, dedicating his... MORE

Brig. Gen. Randall A. Ogden presents a certificate of retirement to Col. James B. Hurley June 7, 2015 at the Joint Base Charleston theater in Charleston, S.C. During his 33-year career, Hurley first served with the active duty Air Force before transitioning to the Air Force Reserve. Hurley donned the Air Force uniform for the last time but will go on to serve in a civilian capacity with the 628th Air Base Wing Mission Support Group at the base. Hurley was the 315th Mission Support Group commander at Joint Base Charleston, and Ogden is the director, Air Force Reserve Plans, Programs and Requirements, Headquarters U.S. Air Force. (U.S. Air Force Photo by Tech. Sgt. Shane Ellis)

Medal presented to heroic NCBC Marine
June 5, 2015 — The Navy and Marine Corps Commendation Medal was awarded to Lance Cpl. Victor Padilla aboard Naval Consolidated Brig Charleston, S.C., April 21, 2015.Padilla, a correction specialist stationed at the Brig, received the medal for saving his best friend and fellow Marine from a suicide attempt, April 11, 2015.Padilla said he had dropped his friend... MORE

Commander J. Michael Cole pins the Navy and Marine Corps Commendation Medal on Lance Cpl. Victor Padilla during a ceremony April 21, 2015 at the Naval Consolidated Brig Charleston on Joint Base Charleston, S.C. Padilla was awarded the medal for saving his best friend and fellow marine from a suicide attempt on April 11, 2015. The Navy and Marine Corps Commendation Medal is reserved for Sailors and Marines who distinguish themselves through heroic or meritorious achievement. Cole is the commanding officer of the NCBC and Padilla is a correction specialist at NCBC. (Courtesy photo / Naval Consolidated Brig Charleston)

DoD maintenance leader visits Charleston
June 4, 2015 — MORE

John Johns, deputy assistant secretary of defense for maintenance, presents a commemorative coin to Tech. Sgt. Brain Parmerter and Tech. Sgt. Richard Smith, for outstanding support June 4, 2015 at Joint Base Charleston, S.C. Johns was visiting Charleston to thank Airmen for their service. He provides oversight to the Department of Defense’s annual $80 billion maintenance program. Parmerter is a member of the 437th Aircraft Maintenance Squadron and Smith is a member of the 628th Logistics Readiness Squadron. (U.S. Air Force photo/Senior Airman Jared Trimarchi)

Quality of Life Council Meeting
June 4, 2015 — MORE

A Quality of Life Council Meeting was held June 3, 2015 at Joint Base Charleston – Weapons Station, S.C. The meeting offered military servicemembers and their family members an opportunity to provide feedback directly to the supporting agencies on Joint Base Charleston. The following agencies were represented: 628th Force Support Squadron, 628th Comptroller Squadron, 437th Aerial Port Squadron, 628th Medical Group, Naval Health Clinic Charleston, Weapons Station Commissary and the Chapel. (U.S. Air Force photo/Staff Sgt. AJ Hyatt)

Eleven sailors selected for advancement to senior chief petty officer
June 3, 2015 — Eleven Sailor's assigned to Joint Base Charleston, S.C., have been selected for advancement to the rank of senior chief petty officer.Sailors selected for advancement are:Naval Health Clinic CharlestonHMCS(FMF) James SmithNaval Nuclear Power Training CommandEMCS(SS) Donte T. PolsonEMCS(SW/AW) Joshua B. SmithETCS(SW) Ronald D. EvansETCS(SS) Stephen... MORE

Frequent Flyer Miles/Reward Programs; can you benefit?
June 3, 2015 — When traveling on official business there are always questions regarding the use of personal travel rewards programs. The following information should provide needed clarification.The Joint Travel Regulation paragraph 1300.B states, "A traveler on official business may keep promotional material, including frequent traveler benefits, for personal... MORE

Balfour Beatty Communities Launches 2015 Housing Survey
June 3, 2015 — At Balfour Beatty Communities, our primary goal is to provide quality housing and customer service so that our residents have a positive and enjoyable experience living with us. Housing residents are currently being asked to give feedback on Balfour Beatty Communities operations through the CEL Resident Satisfaction Survey. The annual survey is an... MORE

Don’t fall victim to the 100 Deadly Days of Summer
June 2, 2015 — It's summertime. A time everyone heads out on the roadways to enjoy South Carolina's beauty. Before you begin your travels, please review the following statistics:Traffic fatalities are on the rise in South Carolina. From January 1 to May 28, 2015 South Carolina experienced 349 fatalities on the roadways, a 51 victim increase over the same time... MORE

Charleston Battery hosts military appreciation night
June 2, 2015 — MORE

Col. John Lamontagne, 437th Airlift Wing commander, greets officials, team captains and ball boys prior to the Charleston Battery soccer team's military appreciation night held at Blackbaud Stadium on Daniel Island, S.C., May, 30 2015. The team wore camouflage uniforms and provided free tickets to any service member, retiree or spouse who presented a military ID. Charleston Battery won the match 1-0. (U.S. Air Force by Staff Sgt. William A. O’Brien)

CCAF Graduation
June 1, 2015 — Joint Base Charleston held its semi-annual Community College of the Air Force graduation ceremony June 3, 2015 at the JB Charleston - Air Base Theater. One hundred and three graduates were honored during the ceremony.Note: Due to TDY, PCS and retirements, all of the graduates were not able to attend the ceremony.June 2015 CCAF Graduates1st Combat... MORE

Airmen attending the semi-annual Community College of the Air Force graduation ceremony pose for a group photo June 3, 2015, at Joint Base Charleston, S.C. CCAF was established April 1, 1972 and provides enlisted Airmen a regionally accredited degree through the Air University by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools. (U.S. Air Force photo/Senior Airman Jared Trimarchi)