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JB Charleston Victim Advocate named Zonta Victim Advocate of the Year
December 11, 2013 — Robin Sevigney, 628th Medical Group domestic abuse victim advocate, was recently named the 2013 Breaking the Silence, Zonta Victim Advocate of the Year for 2013. According to the Zonta website, more than 31,000 Zonta members in more than 1,200 clubs make up the worldwide organization of executives and professionals, working together to improve the... MORE

BAH marriages are costly
December 4, 2013 — The possibility of collecting a Base Allowance for Housing and being able to move out of the dorms might sound tempting, but getting married for these reasons can be costly. Marriage is a serious moral, financial and emotional commitment; and the courts of South Carolina treat it as such. People often think that obtaining a divorce is easy or that... MORE

Decorate safely this Christmas
December 3, 2013 — Are you ready to decorate for the holidays? No matter what or how you celebrate this time of year, decorations are a family tradition for many. It's easy to get caught up in the festivities, and while you're busy decorating your home or office, safety may be one of the last things on your mind. According to the U.S. Consumer Product Safety... MORE

The Flu - part two
November 25, 2013 — The 2013 flu season has just begun and already 278 flu cases, resulting in 16 hospitalizations and one death have been reported in South Carolina. This number appears high, but the Centers for Disease Control and the South Carolina Department of Health and Environmental Control state that the flu activity in our area is low compared to past... MORE

JB Charleston parent to be recognized as Youth Sports Parent of the Year
November 18, 2013 — A parent from Joint Base Charleston, S.C., has been chosen as the National Alliance for Youth Sports Parent of the Year. Jaykada McFadden was chosen for her participation within the base's sports program for being a role model for youth and her peers. McFadden will be presented her award at a ceremony in San Diego, Calif., Nov. 20 - 23."Our Joint... MORE

Attention All Airmen: Air Force Holds Sexual Assault Offenders Accountable, Sexual Assault Convictions Are Now On-Line
November 1, 2013 — You should know that the Air Force now publishes sexual assault convictions on-line. Anyone can go to this website and review more than 100 sexual assault convictions from across the Air Force, to include viewing them by base. Regrettably, the deviant actions of Joint Base Charleston members are also documented there.After a few minutes of... MORE

Energy conservation is everyone’s responsibility
September 30, 2013 — I can still here my father telling me, "Turn off those lights if you're not in your room," or "Put on a pair of socks and a sweatshirt if you're cold," or better yet, "Close the door! We're you raised in a barn?"I'm now a proud father of eight children ... yes, eight ... and I can tell you that the proverbial apple didn't fall far from the tree... MORE

JB Charleston welcomes new commander
August 29, 2013 — Col. Jeffrey DeVore took command of Joint Base Charleston during a change of command ceremony August 29, 2013, at Joint Base Charleston - Air Base. DeVore was previously the commander of the 386th Expeditionary Operations Group, Southwest Asia.DeVore officially assumed command from the outgoing joint base commander, Col. Richard McComb. McComb will... MORE

Brig. Gen. Randall Guthrie, U.S. Air Force Expeditionary Center commander, passes the guidon to Col. Jeffrey DeVore during the JB Charleston Change of Command ceremony, Aug. 29, 2013, at JB Charleston – Air Base. DeVore, previously the commander of the 386th Expeditionary Operations Group, Southwest Asia, officially assumed command from Col. Richard McComb during the change of command ceremony. McComb will be assuming duties at the Pentagon, Washington D.C. As the JB Charleston commander, McComb provided installation support to a total force of more than 86,000 Airmen, Sailors, Soldiers, Marines, Coast Guardsmen, civilians, dependents and retirees across both the Air Base and Weapons Station. (U.S. Air Force photo/Tech. Sgt. Rasheen Douglas)

Wounded warrior receives a helping "paw"
August 27, 2013 — The term "man's best friend" conjures different images in everyone's mind. Whether its fond memories of the love and comfort of your first childhood puppy or the necessity of the police dogs present at airports; it is undeniable that dogs have become a widespread part of many people's lives. To recipients of the "Canines for Veterans" program, the... MORE

Chief Petty Officer Jeannette Tarqueno, a gunner’s mate and wounded warrior, addresses the audience with her new service dog Gaza, during a ceremony Aug. 26, 2013, at the Naval Consolidated Brig Charleston, S.C. Gaza was trained by NCBC prisoners in conjunction with Carolina Canines for Service, a non-profit organization that trains service dogs for veterans with disabilities. Gaza, a Labrador retriever, will assist Tarqueno by providing more independence and comfort in her life. (U.S. Air Force photo/ Airman 1st Class Chacarra Neal)

Joint Base Housing Partners offer mold fighting tips
August 6, 2013 — 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. Despite the challenges posed by the local climate, Joint Base Charleston's privatized housing partners are educating residents on steps to fight off a growing problem.Locally,... MORE