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628th CES Fire Emergency Services tops in AMC
March 28, 2012 — Joint Base Charleston's 628th Civil Engineer Squadron Fire Emergency Services flight was named the 2011 Air Mobility Command, Ralph E. Sanborn Fire Department of the Year (large category) in an announcement made March 25 by Brig. Gen Timothy Green, AMC's installations and mission support director. The annual award honors Chief Master Sgt. Ralph E... MORE

Programs help conquer Pillars of Comprehensive Airman Fitness
March 28, 2012 — In today's Air Force, being physically fit is a top priority, but in addition to being fit, Comprehensive Airman Fitness includes being socially, mentally and spiritually fit. To help Joint Base Charleston Airmen achieve all four pillars of CAF, several programs exist here for their support."Comprehensive Airman Fitness represents a 'holistic... MORE

JB Charleston first sergeant wins big at AMC level
March 28, 2012 — Master Sgt. Steven Hart, 628th Security Forces Squadron, first sergeant was selected as the 2011 Air Mobility Command First Sergeant of the Year March 21.Twelve finalists competed in four categories to become AMC's nominees for the Air Force-level competition for the 12 Outstanding Airmen of the Year. Those categories included junior enlisted, Non... MORE

School Choice Performing Arts Festival
March 28, 2012 — The Joint Base Charleston School Liaison Office is helping to celebrate the Month of the Military Child, by presenting the School Choice Performing Arts Showcase at the Redbank Club at Joint Base Charleston - Weapons Station from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m., April 4.The event will consist of two hours of non-stop music hosted by JB Charleston's military... MORE

News Briefs - Air Base
March 28, 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.April 5There will be a retirement ceremony for Master Sgt. Craig Matusik, April 5 at 3:30 p.m. at the Bldg. 72 auditorium.April 6There will be a... MORE

News Briefs - Weapons Station
March 28, 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.March 31Easter Extravaganza at the Navy Exchange: Come out and get free pictures with the Easter Bunny and enjoy games, crafts, and egg decorating at... MORE

Movie Schedule - Family Matters
March 28, 2012 — Call 764-7516 for show times. Admission is free. Doors open 30 minutes prior to each showing. New Year's Eve: March 30, 7:30 p.m., Rated PG-13Alvin & the Chipmunks: Chipwrecked: March 31, 5 p.m., Rated GNew Year's Eve: March 31, 7:30 p.m., Rated PG-13The Muppets: April 1, 2 p.m., Rated PGJoint Base Charleston - Air BaseGirl Scouting: Girls in... MORE

Motorcyclist Ride Safely
March 27, 2012 — MORE

A police officer shows off his maneuvering skills March 23 during the Seventh Annual Palmetto Police Motorcycle Rodeo. The rodeo was one of the stops during the 2012 Joint Base Charleston Motorcycle Safety Event. The event provided motorcyclists with information about safe riding, motorcycle laws in South Carolina, military regulations and proper riding equipment. (U.S. Air Force photo/Airman 1st Class Jared Trimarchi)

437th Maintenance Group hosts families
March 27, 2012 — MORE

437th Maintenance Group spouses and family members pose for a group photo after touring the 437th MXG facilities courtesy of Col. James Clavenna, 437th MXG commander March 2. The 437th MXG is responsible for maintaining 55 C-17 Globemaster III aircraft valued at $11.1 billion through a workforce of four squadrons comprised of 1,800 military and civilian personnel. (U.S. Air Force photo/Staff Sgt. Shandelle Laurine)

628th Medical Group facilities become tobacco free
March 27, 2012 — Effective March 31, the 628th Medical Group at Joint Base Charleston will join other military treatment facilities across the Air Force Medical Service and will enjoy a tobacco-free campus status.The tobacco-free campus medical buildings include Bldg. 364 (Main Clinic), Bldg. 1000 (Mental Health and Education and Training), Bldg. 1001 (Logistics... MORE