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Don’t pollute: Keep storm drains toxin free
August 15, 2012 — Pushing trash and garbage into a storm sewer is a costly practice. Allowing trash to runoff into storm sewers is costly to cities, neighborhoods and to wildlife. When storm drains get clogged, storm water collects in the streets and can become a traffic hazard. Yes, they are fun to splash in, but they can be dangerous to drive through. Since they... MORE

Deputy director basing visits JB Charleston
August 15, 2012 — Joint basing is a lot like family. A family, like the military, finds their strength through the loyalty they have for each other. They can also experience growing pains and be tested to overcome obstacles. Nobody knows this more than Col. Charles Perham, Office of Secretary of Defense, Pentagon, Washington D.C. He is both a family man and works as... MORE

Colonel Charles Perham, Deputy Director, Basing at Office of the Secretary of Defense, Pentagon, Washington, D.C. speaks with Joint Base Charleston leadership Aug. 9, 2012 during his visit to Joint Base Charleston - Air Base, S.C. Perham visited different units of Joint Base Charleston Aug. 8 - 10 on the Air Base and the Naval Weapons Station to discuss matters of Joint Basing. (U.S. Air Force photo/Airman 1st Class Ashlee Galloway)

JB Charleston’s “Youth of the Year” receives award at Pentagon
August 15, 2012 — One of Joint Base Charleston's youths was recently recognized during the 2012 Air Force Boys and Girls Clubs of America Youth of the Year Award ceremony June 22, at the Pentagon auditorium in Washington, D.C.Fifteen-year old Kimberly King, daughter of Frenchi King, a former JB Charleston - Weapons Station Fleet and Family Support Center personal... MORE

Kimberly King, 15, was recently recognized during the 2012 Air Force Boys and Girls Clubs of America Youth of the Year Award ceremony June 22 at the Pentagon auditorium in Washington, D.C. King was presented an award by Maj. Gen. Darren McDew, Air Force District of Washington commander, during her trip to the Pentagon. This annual event recognized more than 50 Air Force youths from bases across the Air Force for their contributions to their installations youth programs, families, schools and communities. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class George Goslin)

Healthcare Advisory Council meeting scheduled
August 15, 2012 — This year's Healthcare Advisory Council meeting will be held August 23, at 1:00 p.m. in the Joint Base Charleston - Air Base Theater. The briefing will provide current information regarding clinic services, TRICARE, pharmacy, dental and health promotions. The council is committed to broadening beneficiaries' awareness about updates on healthcare... MORE

News Briefs - Weapons Station
August 15, 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) 764-7480August... MORE

News Briefs - Air Base
August 15, 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.August 18A... MORE

Airmen, Sailors challenged to “build a boat”
August 15, 2012 — Since duct tape is the universal fix-all tool, why not use it to build something fun - like a boat.But, you need something else to help shape the boat - so why not use a water-friendly material ... say cardboard? Hey, cardboard started out as wood, so it should float, right? Think you have the ingenuity to make this work? The 628th Force Support... MORE

Naval Health Clinic Charleston aces inspection
August 15, 2012 — Naval Health Clinic Charleston successfully underwent inspections by the Navy Medical Inspector General and the Joint Commission from Aug. 7 through 9, to ensure the clinic is providing quality health care to all beneficiaries.The Joint Commission surveys health care facilities throughout the nation to ensure that safety and quality of care... MORE

Naval Health Clinic Charleston Director for Staff Education and Training,
Lt. Cmdr. Yvette Smith-Simon, consults with Petty Officer 3rd Class Jimmy Frye to ensure all staff members have evacuated the clinic during an emergency drill in preparation for the Joint Commission and Navy Medical Inspector General inspections last week. (U.S. Navy photo/Jeff Kelly)

Forest City Communities announces August Yard of the Month Winners
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Forest City Communities recently announced their August Yard of the Month winners at Joint Base Charleston – Air Base. This yard belongs to Staff Sgt. Bradley Nicholson from the 628th Contracting Squadron. Yard of the Month winners receive a gift card for a local home improvement store. (Courtesy photo)

Updating your DEERS information helps your healthcare team
August 14, 2012 — Whatever your military status; active duty, Reservist, retired or dependent, your registration in the Defense Enrollment Eligibility Reporting System is an integral part for many aspects of military life and especially necessary with respect to establishing your TRICARE eligibility. Without your enrollment in DEERS or an enrollment with the correct... MORE