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437th AMXS revitalizes Dedicated Crew Chief program
November 16, 2012 — The 437th Aircraft Maintenance Squadron grooms some of the most prolific C-17 maintainers and crew chiefs in the Air Mobility Command. In an incentive to further enhance their mission efficiency, a pre-existing identifier, Dedicated Crew Chief, has been brought back to the forefront of their culture.Crew chiefs are responsible for the maintenance... MORE

Tech. Sgt. Joshua Drakos, 437th Aircraft Maintenance Squadron crew chief, performs a preventative maintenance check on a C-17 doorway Nov. 14, 2012, at Joint Base Charleston - Air Base, S.C. Drakos was awarded the identifier of Dedicated Crew Chief during a ceremony in June 2012. A DCC is typically a senior-experienced crew chief who is assigned to one particular aircraft, but assists and mentors other crew chiefs on the flightline. (U.S. Air Force photo/Tech. Sgt. Vernon Cunningham)

All doctors are important- Veterinarian Clinic
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Army Capt. Cynthia Fallness, Joint Base Charleston – Air Base Veterinary Treatment Facility officer in charge, checks a cyst on Elza, a four-year-old German Shepard, Nov. 13, 2012, at JB Charleston- Air Base, S.C. Elza is a transportation security airport dog. All working dogs are required to visit the veterinarian twice a year for a physical exam, to receive vaccines or blood tests, and for an overall health check. (U.S. Air Force photo/ Airman 1st Class Chacarra Walker)

1st CTCS training for CBRNE environment
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Staff Sgt. Robert Kingery, 1st Combat Camera Squadron combat videographer, simulates documenting a Chemical, Biological, Radiological, Nuclear, Explosives Defense Survival Skills training scenario Nov. 8, 2012, at Joint Base Charleston - Air Base, S.C. 1st CTCS participates in various types of training to stay mission ready as they often document first responders in humanitarian relief efforts and disasters. (U.S. Air Force photo/Staff Sgt. Rasheen Douglas)

News Briefs - Air Base
November 14, 2012 — 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, call... MORE

News Briefs - Weapons Station
November 14, 2012 — To submit a news brief, send an e-mail to patriot@charleston.af.mil. Make the subject line "NEWS BRIEF." 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 unless otherwise specified. For more information, call (843) 764-7480.NOTICE:... MORE

College Teams hold youth basketball clinic at JB Charleston Hoops from Home
November 14, 2012 — Basketball players from the University of Ohio State , Marquette and Norte Dame visited Joint Base Charleston to conduct a basketball clinic, coordinated by the non-profit organization Hoops from Home and the 628th Force Support Squadron, for military children, Nov. 8, 2012, at the JB Charleston - Air Base Fitness Center.The players were in the... MORE

Basketball players from Ohio State, Norte Dame and Marquette University show military children how to properly shoot a basket during the Hoops from Home Clinic Nov. 8, 2012, at Joint Base Charleston, S.C. Hoops from Home is a non-profit organization providing a basketball camp/clinic experience to children of military families across the world. It provides the children an opportunity to work with players and coaches and highlight the benefits of team sports, physical activity and commitment. (U.S. Air Force photo/Airman 1st Class Ashlee Galloway)

Tis the Season, the Holiday Season!
November 14, 2012 — The official Air Force Holiday/Winter Safety Campaign runs from Nov. 16, 2012, to Jan. 2, 2013, focusing on travel and seasonal activities commonly associated with this time of year. This year, the Air Force's theme is "SAFE-n-SOUND, All Year Round." Are you ready? Fall has arrived marking the beginning of the holiday season. Holidays are a time... MORE

JB Charleston CDC programs strive for quality child care
November 14, 2012 — Joint Base Charleston Child Development Center programs continuously strive to provide the highest quality child care for children. The program's mission is to assist military and Department of Defense civilian families in balancing the competing demands of family life and the accomplishment of the military mission. The CDC offers full-time weekly... MORE

JB Charleston service members march in the Charleston Veterans Day Parade
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Civilians and veterans look skyward as a C-17 Globemaster III from Joint Base Charleston flies over downtown Charleston, S.C, to start the Veterans Day Parade Nov. 10, 2012. More than a hundred Airmen and Sailors from JB Charleston marched in the parade, which traveled through the streets of historic downtown Charleston. (U.S. Air Force photo/ Senior Airman Dennis Sloan)

JB Charleston's Honor Guard presents the Colors at Panthers game
November 14, 2012 — The Joint Base Charleston - Air Base and Weapons Station Honor Guards teamed up to form a Joint Service Color Guard and presented the Colors for a crowd of nearly 74,000 during the Carolina Panthers - Denver Broncos football game Nov. 11, 2012, in Charlotte, N.C.The Joint Service Color Guard participated in the event as a Veterans' Day tribute and... MORE

The Joint Base Charleston Honor Guard team practices presenting the Colors before the Carolina Panthers - Denver Broncos football game Nov. 11, 2012, at Bank of America Stadium,Charlotte, N.C. The Honor Guard team was invited to present the Colors for the Panther’s annual Military Appreciation Day. (U.S. Air Force photo/Staff Sgt. Anthony Hyatt)