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Peak Move Season, Get Ready!
May 17, 2012 — Almost 65 percent of all Department of Defense Household Goods moves are performed during the summer peak season, May 15 to Sept. 30. Unfortunately, many service members that moved during last year's peak season experienced some dissatisfaction with the process. Two main areas were the focus of their complaints: 1) The Transportation Service... MORE

National Police Week
May 17, 2012 — MORE

Airman 1st Class Andrew Bradley, 628th Civil Engineer Squadron firefighter, takes off during a paintball match against defenders from the 628th Security Forces Squadron during the "Guns and Hoses" fitness challenge, May 15 at Joint Base Charleston - Air Base, S.C. The 628th SFS hosted the firefighters in a day full of competition known as the "Guns and Hoses" fitness challenge. The competitions included a paintball match, defender ball and a softball game. The event kicked off National Police Week, which occurs annually during the week of May 15. National Police Week recognizes the service and sacrifice of U.S. law enforcement personnel. (U.S. Air Force photo/Airman 1st Class Ashlee Galloway)

Feedback results in opening of JB Charleston Sports Grill
May 17, 2012 — Joint Base Charleston introduced its new Rookies Sports Grill during the grand opening May 11, 2012 at the Charleston Club thanks to feedback from its Airmen.The opening of the sports grill included welcoming comments from Col. Richard McComb, JB Charleston commander, Rookies new buffet line, a pizza eating contest and a Texas Hold'em Tournament... MORE

Col. Richard McComb, Joint Base Charleston commander, coins members of the 628th Force Support Squadron during the Grand Opening of Rookies Sports Grill May 11, 2012. Rookies Sports Grill is a new spot on base for community members to enjoy great food while watching some of their favorite sports teams on the big screen. (U.S. Air Force photo/Airman 1st Class Chacarra Walker)

COMPASS: guiding tool for military spouses
May 16, 2012 — When people hear the word compass they most often think of a device that assists individuals with direction and the Navy program COMPASS does just that.Instead of using a needle and the earth's magnetic field, the program COMPASS uses veteran military spouses to help young Navy spouses navigate through military life a little smoother. COMPASS is a... MORE

JB Charleston teens AF camp bound
May 16, 2012 — Two teens from Joint Base Charleston were selected to attend Air Force specialty camps this summer.The teens, both active members in the base's youth programs, submitted applications to Karen Hudson, 628th Force Support Squadron teen coordinator. "We have the teens fill out the applications and if they don't get them in on time then we are not able... MORE

21st Century Sailors on the rise
May 16, 2012 — After the Navy-wide announcement of the establishment of the 21st Century Sailor and Marine initiative, March 5, Sailors at Joint Base Charleston - Weapons station are striving toward the goal of maximizing Sailor and Marine personal readiness by raising the bar in physical fitness.The initiative consolidates a set of objectives and policies, both... MORE

News Briefs - Air Base
May 16, 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.May 18Chief Master Sgt. Savidge Retirement: There will be a retirement ceremony for Chief Master Sgt. Tonia Savidge, May 18 at 2 p.m. at the Joint Base... MORE

News Briefs – Weapons Station
May 16, 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.May 21A Car buying class will be held at 9 a.m. May 21 at Bldg. 755 on the Weapons Station. Obtain smart basics for purchasing the right car for you... MORE

Wounded Warrior receives a 'Helping Paw'
May 15, 2012 — Esther may look like an ordinary dog, but to retired Marine Staff Sgt. Dean Suthard, she is a life saver. Suthard took possession of the two-year old Labradoodle during a May 9 ceremony at the Naval Consolidated Brig Charleston, where Esther had spent almost a year training for her new mission in life as part of the Carolina Canines for Service... MORE

Retired Marine Staff Sgt. Dean Suthard sits with his new service dog, Esther, during a ceremony at the Naval Consolidated Brig Charleston May 9. During the ceremony, NCBC, in partnership with Carolina Canines for Service, presented Suthard, a wounded service member, his service dog. CCFS is a non-profit health and human services organization that trains service dogs for veterans with disabilties. (U.S. Air Force photo/Airman 1st Class Ashlee Galloway)

AGE Airmen help maintain JB Charleston aircraft
May 15, 2012 — MORE

Airman 1st Class Jamie Jones, 437th Maintenance Squadron Aerospace Ground Equipment apprentice, replaces a lanyard for a hinge pin May 7, 2012 at Joint Base Charleston – Air Base. Jones performs scheduled and unscheduled maintenance on aerospace ground equipment. He inspects, tests, and operates AGE to determine equipment serviceability and proper operation. (U.S. Air Force photo/Airman 1st Class Chacarra Walker)