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Conference highlights JB Charleston’s airlift, surface, sealift capabilities
November 21, 2016 — U.S. Air Force General Darren W. McDew, U.S. Transportation Command (USTRANSCOM) commander, hosted a USTRANSCOM Component Commanders Conference here Nov. 14-16. The Component Commanders Conference brought together leaders from Air Mobility Command, Military Sealift Command, Military Surface Deployment and Distribution Command, Joint Enabling... MORE

Key leaders from U.S. Transportation Command (USTRANSCOM) board a C-17 Globemaster III for a sortie during the USTRANSCOM Component Commanders conference here, Nov. 15, 2016. McDew and other key leaders from USTRANSCOM met to discuss common themes across the command.

Two birds, one shot
November 16, 2016 — Joint Base Charleston participated in a three-day public health emergency exercise Nov. 7-9, testing the base’s capability to respond to a biological virus outbreak.As the host base for two airlift wings responsible for providing a significant portion of Air Mobility Command’s global reach capability, members of Joint Base Charleston who deliver... MORE

Members of Joint Base Charleston receive their annual flu vaccines from the 628th Medical Group (MDG) at a point of distribution during a public health emergency exercise on Joint Base Charleston, South Carolina, Nov. 9, 2016. In the event of a real world incident, members would be given a flu vaccine if they hadn’t already received one, as well as medication to combat the outbreak. To simulate that, those who participated in the exercise were given the vaccination and candy to represent the medication.

Carter: Ties to Tech, Innovation Communities Critical To DoD
November 14, 2016 — The ties between the Defense Department and commercial technology and innovation keep the U.S. military agile as it meets today’s challenges and remains ready for the future, Defense Secretary Ash Carter said... MORE

Defense Secretary Ash Carter speaks at the innovation firm 1776 about force of the future initiatives in Washington, D.C., Nov. 14, 2016. DoD photo by Navy Petty Officer 1st Class Tim D. Godbee

Veterans Day parade 2016
November 9, 2016 — Members of Joint Base Charleston march together during the Veterans Day parade in Charleston, South Carolina, Oct. 6, 2016. The parade is held to honor Veterans Day which became a national holiday Nov. 11, 1938. Veterans Day pays tribute to all American veterans, alive or deceased. MORE

Members of Joint Base Charleston march together during the Veterans Day parade in Charleston, South Carolina, Oct. 6, 2016. The parade is held to honor Veterans Day which became a national holiday Nov. 11, 1938. Veterans Day pays tribute to all American veterans, alive or deceased.

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.

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)

CFC returns to JBC
October 3, 2016 — The 2016 Combined Federal Campaign (CFC), kicks off for Team Charleston on Monday, Oct. 3 and continues through Nov. 18.The annual campaign is designed to provide all military members and civilian employees an opportunity to donate to eligible non-profit organizations, providing health and human service benefits throughout the world.“This is an... MORE

Happy 69th Birthday, Air Force!
September 14, 2016 — On September 18, 1947, President Truman signed the National Security Act creating a separate service and signifying the birth of the United States Air Force. Prior to this act, our organization’s origins could be traced back first, to the U.S .Army Signal Corps and then, the Air Corps.Even before we were recognized as a separate service, there were... MORE

FIRST Robotics Programs Challenge Local Students to Discover the Wild World of Animals
September 14, 2016 — Approximately 350 students attended the 2016 Charleston Area Regional “FIRST LEGO League (FLL) Kick-off” on September 6, at the South Carolina Aquarium. The event was presented by the South Carolina FLL, SPAWAR Systems Center (SSC) Atlantic and South Carolina Aquarium in collaboration with Boeing and Hanahan Recreation and Parks. The mission of... MORE

Approximately 350 students attended the 2016 Charleston Area Regional “FIRST LEGO League (FLL) Kick-off” on September 6, at the South Carolina Aquarium. The event was presented by the South Carolina FLL, SPAWAR Systems Center (SSC) Atlantic and South Carolina Aquarium in collaboration with Boeing and Hanahan Recreation and Parks. The mission of For Inspiration and Recognition of Science and Technology (FIRST) is to inspire young people to become science and technology leaders.

DoD Safe Helpline Information
September 9, 2016 — The DOD Safe Helpline is a confidential and anonymous resource victims can use to access sexual assault services. The Safe Helpline can be reached though many different avenues to protect privacy and make victims feel comfortable no matter where they may be located. The Safe Helpline is operated through the Rape, Abuse, & Incest National Network... MORE

DoD Safe Helpline graphic. (Courtesy Image)