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Know the rules on social media and political speech
September 19, 2012 — The use of social media sites like Facebook and Twitter has increased exponentially since the last presidential election. But as we move closer to election day, it is important for military members to be mindful of general limitations on political speech and the military's policies regarding social media as they participate in the election... MORE

4th Annual Joint Base Charleston Run the Runway 5K
September 18, 2012 — The 4th Annual Joint Base Charleston Run the Runway 5K will once again be hosted by the 437th Airlift Wing. The race is open to military and civilians, to include those interested in attending from the local community. The race is in honor of retired Brig. Gen. Thomas Mikolajcik. Tee shirts will be available for purchase at the event. All runners... MORE

100th Commander's Challenge Run
September 18, 2012 — MORE

Runners participate in the 100th Commander's Challenge Run at Joint Base Charleston - Air Base, Sept. 14, 2012. The Commander's Challenge is held monthly to test Team Charleston's fitness abilities. (U.S. Air Force photo/Airman 1st Class Ashlee Galloway)

14th AS Change of Command
September 17, 2012 — MORE

Colonel Trevor Nitz, 437th Operations Group commander, passes the squadron guidon to Lt. Col. Joseph Meyer, 14th Airlift Squadron incoming commander, during the 14th AS change of command ceremony at Joint Base Charleston - Air Base, S.C., Sept. 17, 2012. (U.S. Air Force photo/Airman 1st Class Ashlee Galloway)

Journey home from Libyan attack
September 14, 2012 — A C-17 Globemaster III, under the command and control of the 618th Air and Space Operations Center here answered the urgent call to fly 36 passengers to safety out of Libya following the attack on the U.S. Consulate Sept. 12 that had resulted in the death of the U.S. ambassador and three others.The mission executed Sept. 12, moved the individuals... MORE

'Army Wives' film finale at JB Charleston
September 12, 2012 — The sun rises over at C-17 during the filming of the Lifetime drama series Army Wives, at Nose Dock 1, June 20, 2012, at Joint Base Charleston - Air Base, S.C. Army Wives tells the story of four women and one man who are brought together by their common bond - they all have military spouses. The series is based on the book "Under the Sabers: The... MORE

The sun rises over at C-17 during the filming of the Lifetime drama series Army Wives, at Nose Dock 1, June 20, 2012, at Joint Base Charleston - Air Base, S.C. Army Wives tells the story of four women and one man who are brought together by their common bond – they all have military spouses. The series is based on the book "Under the Sabers: The Unwritten Code of Army Wives" by Tanya Biank. Army Wives is produced by ABC Television Studio and The Mark Gordon Company. (U.S. Air Force photo/ Airman 1st Class Chacarra Walker)

News Briefs - Air Base
September 11, 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 unless otherwise specified. For more information, call 963-4406.September... MORE

News Briefs - Weapons Station
September 11, 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) 764-7480NOTICEThe... MORE

Day of Caring: Airmen clean up ball park for youth
September 11, 2012 — It was a beautiful and warm September day ... the kind of weather that makes people want to get out and help others, and that is just what hundreds of Airmen and Sailors from Joint Base Charleston did Sept. 7, during the Trident United Way Day of Caring which saw more than 8,500 volunteers working on more than 300 projects around the... MORE

Technical Sgt. Adam Clarke, 437th Maintenance Group quality assurance specialist, excavates a hole for new concrete Sept. 7, 2012, at the Miracle League Ball Park in Summerville, S.C. Clarke and several other Airmen from the 437th Airlift Wing volunteered to prepare the park for the upcoming season. The Miracle League provides opportunities for individuals with disabilities to play baseball. The Day of Caring, organized locally by the Trident United Way, saw more than 8,500 volunteers working on more than 300 projects around the Lowcountry. (U.S. Air Force photo/Senior Airman Dennis Sloan)

Day of Caring: Airmen help make downtown Charleston beautiful
September 11, 2012 — It was a beautiful and warm September day ... the kind of weather that makes people want to get out and help others, and that is just what hundreds of Airmen and Sailors from Joint Base Charleston did Sept. 7, during the Trident United Way Day of Caring which saw more than 8,500 volunteers working on more than 300 projects around the... MORE

Airmen from Joint Base Charleston – Air Base pose before they begin cleaning the downtown marsh, Sept. 7, 2012 at the Waterfront Park in Charleston, S.C. The Waterfront Park cleanup was coordinated with the help of “Keep Charleston Beautiful,” a non-profit organization dedicated to promoting the cleanliness and beautification of the City of Charleston through education, public awareness and community involvement. The Day of Caring, organized locally by the Trident United Way, saw more than 8,500 volunteers working on more than 300 projects around the Lowcountry.
(U.S. Air Force photo / Airman 1st Class Tom Brading)