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Security Forces remembers those who have fallen
May 22, 2012 — MORE

Senior Airman Matthew Valverde, 628th Security Forces Squadron, stands at parade rest during the “National Police Week” retreat ceremony May 18, 2012 at Joint Base Charleston, S.C. During National Police Week, Security Forces members honor law enforcement personnel who have fallen. In 1962, President John F. Kennedy signed a proclamation which designated May 15th as Peace Officers Memorial Day and the week in which the date falls as Police Week. (U.S. Air Force photo/Airman 1st Class Ashlee Galloway)

Services Transformation to streamline JB Charleston programs
May 22, 2012 — The 628th Force Support Squadron is in the beginning stages of implementing an Air Force initiative known as Services Transformation, a base-wide approach to reduce and streamline Services operations, where practical, in order to meet current fiscal constraints.As part of this initiative, 628th FSS is taking steps to identify the services most... MORE

Charleston RiverDogs host Military Appreciation Night
May 21, 2012 — MORE

Chief Master Sgt. Damian Fox, 437th Operations Group superintendent, throws the first pitch during the Charleston RiverDogs Military Appreciation Night game May 17, 2012 at Charleston, S.C. The Charleston RiverDogs hosted Military Appreciation night to show their support for the local military. (U.S. Air Force photo/Airman 1st Class Ashlee Galloway)

Chiefs Annual Fish Fry
May 18, 2012 — MORE

Chief Master Sgt. Gigi Manning, command chief of the 315th Airlift Wing, serves fish at the Chiefs Annual Fish Fry, May 18 on Joint Base Charleston - Air base, S.C. The fish fry began as a barbeque in 1987 and was a way to unite the Reserve and active-duty members on the air base. (U.S. Air Force photo/ Staff Sgt. Nicole Mickle)

National Defense Transportation Day and National Transportation Week 2012
May 17, 2012 — From the railroads that connected our continent in the 19th century to the highways that drove progress during the 20th, American infrastructure has fueled our Nation's growth for generations. Our roads, rails, runways, and shipyards have formed the foundation for a thriving global marketplace, and our transportation networks have enabled our first... MORE

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