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EOD trains for real world contingencies
August 27, 2013 — MORE

Senior Airman Robert Hardy and Staff Sgt. Aaron Clark, 628th Civil Engineer Squadron explosive ordnance disposal technicians, examine x-ray images that the XRS-3 X-ray generator produced during an exercise Aug. 22, 2013 at Joint Base Charleston - Weapons Station, S.C. The scenario was one of many that tested JB Charleston to perform their duties under heightened security conditions during a routine security exercise. (U.S. Air Force photo/Tech. Sgt. Rasheen Douglas)

RiverDogs show appreciation to local military
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Second from left to right) Col. Scott Sauter, 315th Airlift Wing vice commander, Col. Frederick Boehm, 437th Operations Group commander, and Col. Judith Hughes, 628th Medical Group commander, salute as the National Anthem plays before start of the Charleston RiverDogs Military Appreciation Night game Aug. 21, 2013, at the Joseph P. Riley Jr. park in Charleston, S.C. The Charleston RiverDogs hosted Military Appreciation night to show their support for the local military. (U.S. Air Force photo/Tech. Sgt. Rasheen Douglas)

Wounded warrior receives a helping "paw"
August 27, 2013 — The term "man's best friend" conjures different images in everyone's mind. Whether its fond memories of the love and comfort of your first childhood puppy or the necessity of the police dogs present at airports; it is undeniable that dogs have become a widespread part of many people's lives. To recipients of the "Canines for Veterans" program, the... MORE

Chief Petty Officer Jeannette Tarqueno, a gunner’s mate and wounded warrior, addresses the audience with her new service dog Gaza, during a ceremony Aug. 26, 2013, at the Naval Consolidated Brig Charleston, S.C. Gaza was trained by NCBC prisoners in conjunction with Carolina Canines for Service, a non-profit organization that trains service dogs for veterans with disabilities. Gaza, a Labrador retriever, will assist Tarqueno by providing more independence and comfort in her life. (U.S. Air Force photo/ Airman 1st Class Chacarra Neal)

Consider paralegal career option
August 27, 2013 — Are you interest in a career change? Consider this challenge - retrain into the legal career field.Life of a paralegalThe Air Force enlisted legal career field has been in existence since May 1, 1955, and continues to play a very prominent role in The Judge Advocate General Corps. The JAGC's primary mission is to provide legal counsel to... MORE

Deer hunting season opens on base
August 27, 2013 — The 2013 deer season began August 16 at Joint Base Charleston Weapons Station and North Auxiliary Airfield. More than 13,000 acres of JB Charleston are undeveloped, providing excellent white-tailed deer habitat and plenty of opportunity for outdoor recreation. Deer hunting has long been a tradition on the base providing thousands of hours of... MORE

News Briefs - Weapon Station
August 27, 2013 — To submit a news brief, send an e-mail to patriot@charleston.af.mil. Make the subject line "NEWS BRIEFS." Submissions must be received no later than close of business the Friday prior to publication.All classes or events will be held at the Fleet and Family Support Center at Joint Base Charleston - Weapons Station (Building 755) unless otherwise... MORE

News Briefs - Air Base
August 27, 2013 — To submit a news brief, send an e-mail to patriot@charleston.af.mil. Make the subject line "NEWS BRIEFS." Submissions must be received no later than close of business the Friday prior to publication.All classes or events will be held at the Airman and Family Readiness Center (Building 500) unless otherwise specified. For more information, or to... MORE

News Briefs - Air Base
August 21, 2013 — To submit a news brief, send an e-mail to patriot@charleston.af.mil. Make the subject line "NEWS BRIEFS." Submissions must be received no later than close of business the Friday prior to publication.All classes or events will be held at the Airman and Family Readiness Center (Building 500) unless otherwise specified. For more information, or to... MORE

News Briefs - Weapons Station
August 21, 2013 — To submit a news brief, send an e-mail to patriot@charleston.af.mil. Make the subject line "NEWS BRIEFS." Submissions must be received no later than close of business the Friday prior to publication.All classes or events will be held at the Fleet and Family Support Center at Joint Base Charleston - Weapons Station (Building 755) unless otherwise... MORE

Free: Teddy's Child Watch!
August 21, 2013 — Teddy's Child Watch, a program designed to alleviate the stress of parents and guardians who need child care during medical appointments, is available at Joint Base Charleston - Air Base, S.C. The current hours are Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. - 4 p.m.Teddy's Watch provides short-term staff supervision to well children ages 6 weeks through... MORE

Rebecca Avey, 628th Medical Group Teddy's Child Watch trainer, plays with one year old Maxwell Shaw, son of Tech. Sgt. Michael Shaw, 437th Aerial Port Squadron cargo processing supervisor, while Maxwell's mom went to a medical appointment, Aug. 20, 2013 at JB Charleston- Air Base, S.C. Teddy's Child Watch provides short-term staff supervision to well children ages six weeks through 11 years old. The purpose of Teddy's is to help alleviate the stress of parents and guardians trying to find child care during medical appointments. You can assure that their child's health, safety and well-being are protected. (U.S. Air Force photo/ Airman 1st Class Chacarra Neal)