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JB Charleston K'9 unit trains with Federal Agencies on Explosives detection
October 24, 2013 — The K'9 unit at Joint Base Charleston, S.C. trained with federal agencies concerning explosives detection on October 22, 2013.The training was held at an undisclosed warehouse in Summerville, S.C."This is a great opportunity for all of our federal, state, and local agencies to work together as an inter-agency," said Kim Barnett, Transportation... MORE

Chico, a dog with the 628th Security Forces K’9 unit, poses for a photo outside a warehouse October 22, 2013 during an Explosives detection training in Summerville, S.C. During this training, the dogs undergo obstacles where they searched through blocks or warehouse equipment for substances that are and may be used by terrorists or criminals. (U.S. Air Force/Senior Airman Ashlee Galloway)

437th MXS Airmen perform tire change
October 16, 2013 — MORE

Staff Sgt. Jonathan Quintanilla, 437th Maintenance Squadron crew chief, measures the distance between an aircraft jack and the aircraft using a tape measure Oct. 7, 2013, at Joint Base Charleston, S.C. A team of eight crew chiefs used six jacks to raise a C-17 Globemaster III off the ground to change a tire and inspect the gears. (U.S. Air Force photo/ Senior Airman Dennis Sloan)

Top 3 hosts Oktoberfest at JB CHS
October 16, 2013 — MORE

Chief Master Sgt. Shawn Hughes, 437th Airlift Wing command chief, gives opening remarks before the 2013 Oktoberfest Oct. 11, 2013, at Joint Base Charleston - Air Base, S.C. Oktoberfest is an annual event put together by the Top 3 for ranks E-1 through E-6 to show appreciation for their day-to-day hard work. The event included free food and drinks, a disc jockey and a hot wing eating contest. Airmen also played games such as basketball and cornhole. (U.S. Air Force photo/Airman 1st Class Chacarra Neal)

Vietnam Security Police Association reunion held at JB Charleston
October 16, 2013 — This past week, the Vietnam Security Police Association held their 19th annual reunion October 9 through 13, 2013, at Joint Base Charleston, S.C. The Vietnam Security Police Association is a team of former active-duty Air Force Security Police members who served in Vietnam during the VietnamWar.Each year the association conducts a lottery to decide... MORE

Airmen from Joint Base Charleston, S.C., lower the flag during a retreat ceremony that was held October 15, 2013, for the Vietnam Security Police Association. The Vietnam Security Police Association is a team of former active-duty Air Force Security Police members who served in Vietnam during the Vietnam War. (Courtesy photo)

NSA Charleston Sailors support broad mission requirements
October 16, 2013 — Naval Support Activity Charleston's team of approximately 80 Sailors and Navy civilians provide administrative, logistic, security and other support missions for Weapons Station tenant commands, 628th Mission Support Group squadrons, 628th Air base Wing, and JB Charleston as a whole."Whether serving as a victim advocate, providing administrative... MORE

I am Air Force Energy campaign kicks off
October 16, 2013 — October, Energy Action Month, provides an opportunity for Airmen to learn more about the impact of energy to the Air Force's mission as part of a national campaign led by the Department of Energy. The theme continues to be, "I am Air Force Energy," with the goal of inspiring the total force to be more efficient, so they can give the Air Force an... MORE

Happy birthday Navy
October 9, 2013 — MORE

Happy Birthday Navy!

(U.S. Air Force graphic/Airman 1st Class Michael Reeves)

JB Charleston - Weapons Station hosts USS Tiru reunion
October 8, 2013 — Joint Base Charleston -- Weapons Station hosted the 60-member USS Tiru (SS-416) reunion for a public affairs-guided tour of the installation, Sept. 28, 2013."We were glad to see the current status of the base and learn of many of her advancements," said USS Tiru former commanding officer and retired Navy Cmdr. Charles Steinert. "It was fun to meet... MORE

USS Tiru (SS-416) reunion group poses with the entourage of Naval Support Activity Charleston shipmates who participated in the public affairs-guided tour of the Weapons Station at Wharf Alpha Sept. 28, 2013. (U.S. Navy photo/ Petty Officer 2nd Class Chad Hallford)

1 CTCS train to maintain mission readiness
October 8, 2013 — Tech. Sgt. Lakisha Croley, 1st Combat Camera Squadron alternate non-commissioned officer-in-charge of photography training, provides security for her team to get into position during an exercise Oct. 4, 2013, at Joint Base Charleston - Weapons Station, S.C. Airmen from the 1st CTCS trained on how to document outside the wire operations by... MORE

Tech. Sgt. Lakisha Croley, 1st Combat Camera Squadron alternate non-commissioned officer-in-charge of photography training, provides security for her team to get into position during an exercise Oct. 4, 2013, at Joint Base Charleston - Weapons Station, S.C. Airmen from the 1st CTCS trained on how to document outside the wire operations by patrolling through four villages and engaging hostile forces in simulated training. The exercise was geared to familiarize and test the Airmen on their ability to operate outside the wire as combat documentation specialists. (U.S. Air Force photo/Tech. Sgt. Rasheen Douglas)

All commissaries return to normal hours
October 8, 2013 — Military commissaries worldwide are returning to normal operating schedules effective Oct. 7, said the director and CEO of the Defense Commissary Agency."This is certainly good news for our patrons and our employees," said Joseph H. Jeu. "All our stateside stores are now returning to their regular schedules as of Oct. 7."The DeCA announcement comes... MORE