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MiCare/Secure Messaging Registration: What happens after I receive an invitation email?
October 3, 2012 — The 628th Medical Group recently joined the Air Force in its effort to provide patients better access to their health care while being able to communicate with their health care team in a faster and more convenient way than ever before. During the recent flu-line vaccine days held at the base theater, patients were provided information on... MORE

628th SFS Airmen learn skills to respond to active shooter threats
October 3, 2012 — Security Forces Airmen tested their skills and knowledge in simulated hostile environments to prepare for real-world events.Click here to see the full slideshow MORE

Staff Sgt. Ellis Bowles, 628th Security Forces Squadron, is ready for his turn to participate in an active shooter scenario Sept. 26, 2012, at Joint Base Charleston - Weapons Station, S.C. During the scenario, Airmen practiced entering a house under control of hostile forces and eliminated the threat while identifying and controlling non-hostile inhabitants. Security Forces Airmen test their skills and knowledge in simulated hostile environments to prepare for real-world events. (U.S. Air Force photo/Staff Sgt. Rasheen Douglas)

315th Airlift Wing welcomes new commander
October 2, 2012 — The 315th Airlift Wing welcomed a new commander during an assumption of command ceremony Saturday at the Joint Base Charleston base theatre here. Col. James Fontanella took command of the wing, succeeding the current commander, Col. Russell Fingar, who will assume the wing's vice commander position here."To me, this is really special," Fontanella... MORE

New 315th Airlift Wing commander Col. James Fontanella greets honor guard memembers in front of the mini C-17 Saturday Sept. 22, 2012, after the assumption of command ceremony at Joint Base Charleston, S.C. Fontanella took command of the wing during the ceremony at JB Charleston, S.C. U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Rashard Coaxum.

Tips for household water and moisture prevention
September 27, 2012 — What is mold?Molds are a type of fungus found just about everywhere - on plants, mulch and even foods. They are beneficial to the environment because they break down dead carbon-containing material, and without them, leaves, grass, wood, paper and other cellulose materials would never rot away. Fungi (yeasts) are used in baking and when making... MORE

JB Charleston's privatized housing partners take measures to keep mold under control
September 27, 2012 — South Carolina's semi-tropical climate often lends itself to high levels of humidity, which can contribute to mold and mildew growth when condensation gathers within a home. Mold and mildew are not uncommon throughout the Lowcountry, which can be a concern for many residents who live in a climate such as this one.Locally, seven newly constructed... MORE

ALS Levitow Award Winner
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Col. Richard McComb, Joint Base Charleston commander and Chief Master Sgt. Earl Hannon, 628th Air Base Wing command chief, present Senior Airman Devon Brown, 437th Maintenance Squadron aerospace ground equipment journeyman, the John Levitow Award during the Airman Leadership School Class 2012 – G graduation ceremony Sept. 20, 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/Airman 1st Class George Goslin)

Team Charleston bids farewell to Col. Erik Hansen - 437th AW commander
September 26, 2012 — Col. Erik Hansen will relinquish command of the 437th Airlift Wing to Col. Darren Hartford, at 10 a.m. Oct. 5 at Nose Dock 2, Bldg. 578 Joint Base Charleston - Air Base, S.C. The ceremony will be officiated by 18th Air Force Commander, Lt. Gen. Darren McDew.Join Team Charleston in bidding farewell to Col. Hansen at the following events.Fini... MORE

437th OSS Airmen perform tactics flight
September 26, 2012 — MORE

Senior Airman Brandon Killen, 437th Operations Support Squadron loadmaster, inspects an extraction package Sept. 24, 2012, at Joint Base Charleston - Air Base, S.C. The 437th OSS provides flying operations support to the 437th and 315th Airlift Wings. They are directly responsible for airfield management, life support services, flight records management, weather and intelligence support, airlift scheduling, tactical employment and aircrew training for approximately 1,400 active duty and Reserve personnel. (U.S. Air Force photo/ Airman 1st Class Chacarra Walker)

USS Nicholas visits Charleston
September 26, 2012 — MORE

Seaman Charleston Johnson, prepares a refueling station onboard the guided missile frigate USS Nicholas (FFG 47) while the ship is moored pier side during a routine port visit Sept. 24, 2012, at the Charleston Port Terminal, Charleston, S.C. The refueling station is used to receive fuel during an underway replenishment while the ship is at sea. (U.S. Air Force Photo / Airman 1st Class Tom Brading)

News Briefs - Weapons Station
September 26, 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) 764-7480It is... MORE