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Stone cold sober
June 4, 2013 — How often do you think about the real choices you have when it comes to alcohol? There is so much more to this question than just "should I drink or not."Choosing to use or not to use alcohol is a personal choice for which each Airman and Sailor is responsible. As adults, we are all responsible for the consequences of our decisions. Before deciding... MORE

The 2013 Critical Days of Summer campaign kicks off May 24. This year's theme is "Safe n' Sound - All Year Round." (U.S, Air Force graphic)

JB Charleston receives second to last C-17 Globemaster III
June 4, 2013 — MORE

One of the last two C-17 Globemaster IIIs to be delivered to the U.S. Air Force, and flown by Lt. Gen. Robert Allardice, Air Mobility Command vice commander lands May 30, 2013, at Joint Base Charleston – Air Base, S.C. Joint Base Charleston is scheduled to receive the final C-17 later this year, as Boeing completes work on the Air Force’s last Globemaster. The first C-17 to enter the Air Force’s inventory arrived at Charleston Air Force Base in June 1993. The C-17 is capable of rapid strategic delivery of troops and all types of cargo to main operating bases or directly to forward bases in the deployment area. (U.S. Air Force photo/Senior Airman Dennis Sloan)

Hurricane Preparedness: Evacuations
May 31, 2013 — If you are asked to evacuate, you should do so without delay. It is important for you and your family to know if you are part of a Hurricane Evacuation Zone, the Evacuation Routes and Reversal Plans, and where you will go. Evacuation orders for our area will be announced by these predetermined zonesDuring hurricane evacuation, roads that we travel... MORE

Hurricane Prepardeness Week continues with "Evacuations." When asked to evacuate, do so without delay. (Courtesy Graphic)

News Briefs - Air Base
May 30, 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

A/TA National Board of Officers holds Heritage Panel at JB Charleston
May 30, 2013 — MORE

(From left) Ret. Gen. Walter Kross, Ret. Lt. Gen. Chris Kelly, and Ret. Maj. Gen. Jim Baginski share a laugh during the Mobility Heritage Panel, May 23, 2013, at Joint Base Charleston – Air Base, S.C. Kross, chairman of the Airlift/ Tanker Association National Board of Officers, and board members, Kelly hosted a Mobility Heritage Panel where they discussed the history of mobility and our role in the U.S. Air Force. (U.S. Air Force photo/ Senior Airman George Goslin)

News Briefs - Weapons Station
May 30, 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

Airmen honored during CCAF graduation ceremony
May 30, 2013 — Joint Base Charleston held its semi-annual Community College of the Air Force graduation ceremony May 22, 2013, at the JB Charleston - Air Base Theater. One hundred ten graduates were honored. The graduation was highlighted by retired Chief Master Sgt. James Roy, who was the guest speaker. According to Darrell Nesbitt, Joint Base Charleston Air... MORE

Joint Base Charleston held its semi-annual Community College of the Air Force Graduation ceremony May 22, 2013, at the JB Charleston - Air Base Theater, S.C. The graduates, 110 in total, were honored during the ceremony. The graduation was highlighted by retired Chief Master Sgt. James Roy, 16th Chief Master Sgt. of the Air Force, who was the guest speaker. (U.S. Air Force photo/ Staff Sgt. Rasheen Douglas)

Losing money, bad decisions through DUIs
May 30, 2013 — Our country is a land of many rights and freedoms for our fellow citizens. Rights also come with great responsibility to ensure that we can continue to enjoy them.One of the freedoms is being able to responsibly enjoy a drink once a person turns 21-years-old, but being irresponsible with alcohol can be a costly and deadly decision."Unfortunately... MORE

A wrecked vehicle reminds drivers of the consequences of drinking and driving June 28, 2013, at Joint Base Charleston –Air Base. (U.S. Air Force photo/Senior Airman Jared Trimarchi)

May brings advancement notices: Bravo Zulu!
May 30, 2013 — The following Sailors were frocked or advanced to their new pay grade after the results of the March 2013 Navy-wide advancement exams were released last week. Frocking allows Sailors to assume the title and increased responsibilities of their new rank, but in many cases, they aren't actually paid for their promotion until they are actually advanced... MORE

Be prepared: Disaster prevention
May 30, 2013 — "Preventing the loss of life and minimizing the damage to property from hurricanes are responsibilities that are shared by all."Disaster prevention should include:· Developing a Family Plan · Creating a Disaster Supply Kit · Securing your home · Having a pet plan If you are asked to evacuate, you should do so without delay. However, evacuations... MORE