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628th MDG ready for Ready Eagle
November 19, 2020 — The 628th Medical Group participated in exercise Operation Ready Eagle from Nov. 2-6, at Joint Base Charleston, South Carolina... MORE

"Brothers in Arms" - two brothers, one mission
November 18, 2020 — Two men, two journeys, several aircraft, one name tape – Thurber. It’s not every day that you can share your passion for the sky with your brother in more than arms... MORE

AMLOs build readiness during Guardian Shield
November 17, 2020 — Joint partnerships are a key priority for Air Mobility Command and Air Mobility Liaison Officers are essential pieces in providing this joint capability... MORE

U.S. Air Force Maj. Craig Carlson, an air mobility liaison officer with the 2nd Infantry Division stationed at Camp Casey, South Korea, is one of seven 621st Contingency Response Wing AMLO's participating in Warfighter 1-2. WFX is a part of a continuous exercise schedule, designed to strengthen the U.S.-Republic of Korea alliance and creates training experiences that enable the Army’s senior mission commanders to develop current, relevant, and campaign quality, Joint and expeditionary mission command instincts and skills.

Climate survey season is upon us
November 17, 2020 — The Defense Equal Opportunity Climate Survey is just like a squadron, it’s the people and their input that make it valuable. The DEOCS is also similar to voting, it is your opportunity to make your voice count. For the statisticians out there – you know the more members respond, the more statistically significant the survey responses are, and the more beneficial the product is for the commander... MORE

Reservists hone skills for future missions
November 17, 2020 — Airmen from Joint Base Charleston, South Carolina are taking part in the Palmetto Challenge exercise this week at various locations throughout the state. Both active and reserve units will participate in the exercise designed to simulate a real-world mission in preparation for possible operations in a deployed environment... MORE

AFWERX announces virtual Accelerate Event Dec. 7-11
November 14, 2020 — It has grown from three successful innovation experiments into one organization that will accelerate affordable and agile capabilities by expanding the defense industrial base as the preferred partner for commercial technology innovation and broadening the network of Airmen creating innovative concepts... MORE

AFWERX is announcing the inaugural Accelerate event being held virtually Dec. 7 to 11. The event will highlight how AFWERX is institutionalizing air and space innovation across the Department of the Air Force. (U.S. Air Force courtesy graphic)

City of Hanahan honors veterans with Red, White, Blue Festival
November 12, 2020 — Members of the local community came together for the 8th annual Red, White and Blue Festival at the Hanahan Amphitheater, in Hanahan, S.C., November 7, 2020. Christie Rainwater, City of Hanahan mayor, and members of Joint Base Charleston and U.S. Marine Corps Recruiting Station Columbia spoke about the importance of Veterans Day at the event... MORE

The Joint Base Charleston Honor Guard presents the colors while the Charleston Southern University Concert Band plays the national anthem at the 8th annual Red, White and Blue Festival at the Hanahan Amphitheater, in Hanahan, S.C., November 7, 2020. Mayor Christie Rainwater, City of Hanahan mayor, and members of Joint Base Charleston and U.S. Marine Corps Recruiting Station Columbia spoke about the importance of Veterans Day at the event.

AMC command team visits Joint Base Charleston
November 10, 2020 — Air Mobility Command commander Gen. Jacqueline Van Ovost, her husband Alan Frosch, and Chief Master Sgt. Brian Kruzelnick, AMC command chief, visited members of Joint Base Charleston, S.C., as part of their listening tour, Nov. 2-5, 2020. Their trip centered on meeting the service members and civilians of Team Charleston, highlighting their accomplishments and learning about their specific mission sets. One of the key points the team focused on was the importance of family and acceptance throughout the Department of Defense. ... MORE

Gen. Jacqueline Van Ovost, Air Mobility Command commander, speaks at an all call at Joint Base Charleston, S.C., Nov. 5, 2020. Van Ovost, her husband Alan Frosch, and Chief Master Sgt. Brian Kruzelnick, AMC command chief, visited members of Joint Base Charleston as part of their listening tour. Their trip centered on meeting members of Team Charleston, highlighting their accomplishments and learning about their specific mission sets.

App for military resources available to service members, families
November 9, 2020 — The purpose of Military OneSource is to put as many resources as possible in one place, so people have an easier time finding what they need, said Erika Slaton, Military Community Support Programs associate director. The app makes it more convenient when users are away from their computers and are only carrying a smartphone... MORE

Rated Preparatory Program now accepting applications for FY21 spring class
November 9, 2020 — Active duty Department of the Air Force officers and enlisted Airmen and Space Professionals interested in becoming a rated officer have until Dec. 31, 2020 to apply for the Spring 2021 Rated Preparatory Program... MORE