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Navy Reservists Train for Joint Mission Support
May 12, 2015 — When two gunmen opened fire at an event in Texas recently, it was a stark reminder that terrorism is a growing threat within the United States. To meet the threat to society, including military installations, a professional, vigilant security network is required. The Navy Reserve Navy Security Force Joint Base Charleston - Weapons Station began... MORE

Master at Arms Chief, Scott Perry, the senior enlisted member of NRNSF Joint Base Charleston – Weapons Station, fires his weapon on the firing range as part of small arms training. The reservists were participating in a week-long training regimen beginning May 4, 2015 to ensure all members of the NRNSF unit are mission ready to support their active duty counterparts throughout Joint Base Charleston. (U.S. Air Force photo / Seamus O'Boyle)

Joint Base Charleston celebrates police week
May 12, 2015 — MORE

Sheriff of Charleston County, James Cannon Jr., speaks to a group of defenders from the 628th Security Forces Squadron May 11, 2015 at Joint Base Charleston, S.C. Cannon’s presentation started the 2015 National Police Week celebration. Each year police week is held to honor those who have made the ultimate sacrifice in the line of duty. Cannon, a retired colonel from the Air Force Reserve, shared a few words of wisdom and offered his gratitude to the men and women who protect the installation as well as the many people who work and live on Joint Base Charleston. Events for this year’s police week include a picnic, a 24-hour ruck march and a retreat ceremony. (U.S. Air Force photo/Senior Airman Jared Trimarchi)

ALS John L. Levitow award winner of Class 15-D
May 8, 2015 — MORE

Command Chief Master Sgt. Shawn Hughes, Col. John Lamontagne, Col. Jeffrey DeVore and Command Chief Master Sgt. Mark Bronson pose for a group photo with Senior Airman Bennie Rizzo, from the 437th Maintenance Squadron who was awarded the John L. Levitow award May 7, 2015, at Joint Base Charleston, S.C., during the Airman Leadership School Class XXX graduation. The John L. Levitow award is given for a student’s exemplary demonstration of excellence, both as a leader and a scholar. Hughes is the 437th Airlift Wing command chief, Lamontagne is the 437th AW commander, Devore is the JB Charleston commander and Bronson is the 628th Air Base Wing command chief. (U.S. Air Force photo/Senior Airman Jared Trimarchi)

SAPR Appreciation Luncheon
May 8, 2015 — MORE

Joint Base Charleston senior leadership presents a $2,000 check and donated clothes to Kathy Gill-Hopple of the Medical University of South Carolina Sexual Assault Nurse Examiner Department during the Sexual Assault Prevention and Response Program Appreciation Luncheon April 30, 2015 at Joint Base Charleston – Weapons Station, S.C. (U.S. Air Force photo/Seamus O’Boyle)

Colleges visit for JB Charleston Education Fair
May 8, 2015 — MORE

Master Sgt. Alicia Gilbert, 315th Airlift Control Flight speaks with a representative from the College of Charleston May 6, 2015 during the Education Fair held at Joint Base Charleston, S.C. Schools such as The University of South Carolina, Columbia College of Missouri and Colorado State University had representatives on hand to meet with Airmen about continuing their education. In all, 20 different colleges and vocational schools participated in the Education Fair. Veterans Affairs was there to answer any benefits questions and the Air Base librarians assisted Airmen who are utilizing the College Level Examination Program to further their education in how the library can assist them in their studies. (U.S. Air Force photo / Trisha Gallaway)

New school to open at JB Charleston
May 7, 2015 — The Palmetto Scholars Academy, South Carolina's first gifted and talented charter school for students in grades six through twelve is currently building a new facility on the grounds of Joint Base Charleston, S.C.PSA, which is currently rated "A" by the S.C. Department of Education, held a ground breaking ceremony May 1, 2015, at Hunley Park. The... MORE

NAVCON Brig Charleston has two dogs available for adoption
May 6, 2015 — The Naval Consolidated Brig Charleston has two dogs have come available for the adoption.Kean, a small black lab mix; and Bartholomew, a plothound mix; have been training in the "Carolina Canines for Service" program, but due to their personalities, are unable to continue on in the training program.CCFS is a national program that provides disabled... MORE

Kenan is a small black lab mix. He is approximately a year and-a-half old and has been in the program since November. He has completed his basic obedience training and is working on his intermediate. Kenan is unable to complete the service dog-training program due to his energy and dominant attitude. He would be best suited for a family or someone who is very active. Kenan is trained in more than 30 commands and is crate trained. Because of his excessive energy and more dominant play with the other dogs it is recommended he go to a home without any other animals, or another dog that could handle his energy/excitement. Kenan needs someone who will be a strong leader and show him the ropes. If you like to be active, go for runs, or have a large family Kenan would be great for you!

Play Ball!
May 6, 2015 — MORE

Joint Base Charleston’s Intramural Softball Season is scheduled to begin May 12, 2015. Twelve teams will compete in the 2015 season for the base championship. (U.S. Air Force graphic/Senior Airman George Goslin)

C-17 fleet celebrates 3,000,000 flying hour
May 5, 2015 — Today, the C-17 Globemaster III has proved yet again that it remains the world's premier airlifter after the total C-17 fleet celebrated the historical milestone of achieving 3,000,000 flying hours on May 5, 2015.The C-17 is the only strategic airlifter in the world that has tactical capabilities that allow it to fly between continents, land on... MORE

Personnel from the C-17 System Program Office, Boeing and aircrew members from the 437th Airlift Wing pose for a photo in front of a C-17 Globemaster III at Robins Air Force Base, Ga., May 5, 2015. During the flight to Joint Base Charleston, S.C., the C-17 logged the fleet's three-millionth flying hour. Upon arriving at JB Charleston, the aircraft taxied through a water arch provided by the 628th Civil Engineering Squadron's Fire Department and was met by senior leaders and JB Charleston civic leaders. (U.S. Air Force photo / Airman 1st Class Clayton Cupit)

Base picnic; fun for everyone
May 5, 2015 — MORE

Staff Sgt. Sean Baker is attacked by a military working dog named Hulk May 1, 2015 at Joint Base Charleston, S.C., during the annual base picnic. The two-day event included free food, live music, an inflatable obstacle course, a rock-climbing wall, a military working dog demo, prizes and demonstrations from local organizations. These organizations support service members throughout the year. Baker is a member of the 628th Security Forces Squadron. (U.S. Air Force photo/Senior Airman Jared Trimarchi)