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ALS 2012 H John Levitow Award Winner
November 7, 2012 — MORE

Col. Darren Hartford, 437th Airlift Wing commander and Chief Master Sgt. Larry Williams, 437th AW command chief, present Senior Airman Keitha McCarthy, 437th Operations Group intelligence analyst, the John L. Levitow Award during the Airman Leadership School Class 2012-H graduation ceremony Nov. 1, 2012, at JB Charleston - Air Base, S.C. The Levitow Award is awarded for a student's exemplary demonstration of excellence, both as a leader and scholar. (U.S. Air Force photo/Staff Sgt. Katie Gieratz)

17th AS returns home in time for the holiday season
November 4, 2012 — More than 160 Airmen from the 17th Airlift Squadron returned home from a 120-day deployment to Southwest Asia when a commercial airliner touched down at Joint Base Charleston-Air Base.Excitement filled the air as families and friends of deployed members gathered in the passenger terminal awaiting authorization to access Joint Base Charleston's... MORE

Rena Granholm welcomes home Lt. Col. George Granholm, 17th Airlift Squadron director of operations Nov. 4, 2012, at Joint Base Charleston - Air Base, S.C. While deployed, Airmen of the 17th AS served under the 816th Expeditionary Airlift Squadron and were responsible for airlift, airdrop and aeromedical evacuations, all of which directly support the combatant commander. (U.S. Air Force photo/ Airman 1st Class Chacarra Walker)

437th AW Airmen provide Hurricane Sandy relief
November 2, 2012 — MORE

Maj. Sebastian De Mitz, 14th Airlift Squadron German pilot, briefs his aircrew during a mission brief before takeoff Nov. 1, 2012, at Joint Base Charleston – Air Base, S.C. Demitz is part of a pilot exchange program between the U.S. and Germany to build foreign relations and share experiences. His aircrew was tasked to fly to March Reserve Air Force Base, Calif., to pick up supplies and cadaver teams and deliver them to assist with the relief efforts for Hurricane Sandy affecting the Northeast. (U.S. Air Force photo /Staff Sgt. Rasheen Douglas)

Life without Tobacco?
November 2, 2012 — Active-duty Air Force members who smoke need to read and understand the new Air Force Instruction 40-102 which was released March 2012, with new regulations on tobacco use in the Air Force. The Air Force's ultimate goal is to have a tobacco-free environment in order to support your health and uphold the professional image of the USAF. Tobacco is... MORE

Arts and Crafts Center saves you time and money
November 1, 2012 — When people hear about the Arts and Crafts Center, they mainly think of painting or gluing together crafts or a fun-filled place for the kids, but at Joint Base Charleston - Air Base, it is much more.The Arts and Crafts Center, located in building 637, provides custom engraving, framing, awards, trophies and more. Trained professionals will get... MORE

The Arts and Crafts Center on Joint Base Charleston - Air Base, S.C. provides custom engraving, framing, awards, trophies and more. (U.S. Air Force photo/Airman 1st Class Ashlee Galloway)

628th SFS supports local school during Red Ribbon Week
October 31, 2012 — MORE

Senior Airman Luis Diaz Garcia, 628th Security Forces Squadron K-9 handler, runs from military working dog Hulk during a drug-detection demonstration for Red Ribbon Week Oct. 30, 2012, at Hunley Park Elementary School, North Charleston, S.C. This year's theme is "The Best Me Is Drug Free." The campaign began after the 1985 murder of Federal Drug Enforcement Administration Agent, Enrique Camarena, while he was investigating Mexican drug traffickers. Red Ribbon Week allows educators, parents, community groups, students and others to focus on the work being done by the many who have pledged to live drug free. (U.S. Air Force photo/ Airman 1st Class Chacarra Walker)

NNPTC announces third quarter Sailor of the Year and quarterly award winners
October 31, 2012 — The Naval Nuclear Power Training Command recently announced its Sailor of the Year and quarterly awards winners for the third quarter of 2012.NNPTCSailor of the Year Machinist's Mate 1st Class Jason ZerweckJunior Sailor of the Year Legalman 2nd Class Mark HudsonSailor of the Quarter MM1 Seth SolonimJunior Sailor of the Quarter Yeoman 2nd Class... MORE

Capt. Jon Fahs, Naval Nuclear Power Training Command commanding officer, awards Machinist’s Mate 1st Class Jason Zerweck the NNPTC Sailor of the Year award during the quarterly awards for the third quarter of 2012. (Courtesy photo)

JB Charleston receives $600k grant to promote resiliency
October 31, 2012 — Unfortunately, military personnel are not exempt from harmful social behaviors such as underage drinking, sexual assault, alcoholism, drinking and driving and other crimes. Reducing the Air Force's crime rate and helping individuals overcome harmful vices is the Air Force's goal, and a recent grant given to Joint Base Charleston will be a positive... MORE

437th AW quarterly award winners announced
October 31, 2012 — MORE

Col. Darren Hartford (left), 437th Airlift Wing commander, and Chief Master Sgt. Larry Williams (right), 437th Airlift Wing command chief, congratulate the 437th AW Quarterly award winners Oct. 25, 2012 at Joint Base Charleston - Air Base, S.C.. Pictured from left to right is Senior Airman James Moreland, 437th Maintenance Squadron, Senior Master Sgt. Robert Schultz, 437th Aerial Port Squadron, Capt. Dianne Hanley, 437th Aerial Port Squadron, Senior Airman Joy Clayton, 16th Airlift Squadron, 2nd Lt. Andrea Gehrman, 437th Aircraft Maintenance Squadron, David Golzari, 437th MXS, and Rodney Wideman, 437th AMXS. Not pictured are TSgt Shawna Badillo and John Bowen, both from the 437th Operations Support Squadron. (U.S. Air Force photo/Airman 1st Class Ashlee Galloway)

Retirees and Spouses Information Fair and Appreciation Day held at JB Charleston
October 31, 2012 — A Military Retirees and Spouses Information Fair and Appreciation Day was held Oct. 27, 2012, at the JB Charleston - Air Base club.Several agencies from across Joint Base Charleston came together to provide information to more than 70 retirees and spouses from the local area.Col. Justin Davey, 628th Mission Support Group commander, gave welcoming... MORE

Col. Justin Davey, 628th Mission Support Group commander, speaks to retirees during the Military Retirees and Spouses Information Fair and Appreciation Day Oct. 27, 2012, at the Charleston Club at Joint Base Charleston - Air Base, S.C. The military appreciation day is held annually to inform retirees and their family members about up-to-date information offered at Joint Base Charleston – Air Base and Weapons Station. (U.S. Air Force photo/Staff Sgt. Rasheen Douglas)