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News Briefs - Weapons Station
April 18, 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 22Hell and Back Again: The Community Cinema Charleston and the Greater Park Circle Film Society present a free public screening of "Hell and Back... MORE

Helping hands at the CDC
April 18, 2012 — MORE

Petty Officer 3rd Class Brandon Bolte answers a question from three-year-old Brody Leonard during story time at the Child Development Center at Joint Base Charleston – Weapons Station April, 11. Bolte, an Electrician’s Mate from Fort Collins, Colo., works at the CDC while he waits on his next set of orders. Brody is the son of Jim and Holly Leonard who both work at Space and Naval Warfare Systems Command Atlantic. (U.S. Navy photo/Petty Officer 1st Class Jennifer Hudson)

NMC holds change of command
April 18, 2012 — Cmdr. Charles Phillip relieved Cmdr. Marquis Patton as the Navy Munitions Command Unit Charleston commanding officer during a routine change of command ceremony at the RedBank Club at Joint Base Charleston - Weapons Station, April 12.Capt. Charles Marks, Navy Munitions Command Continental United States East Division commander was the guest speaker... MORE

Commander Charles Phillip, left, relieves Cmdr. Marquis Patton as the Navy Munitions Command Unit Charleston commanding officer during a routine change of command ceremony at the RedBank Club at Joint Base Charleston – Air Base April 12. Capt. Charles Marks from the Navy Munitions Command Continental United States East Division, center, presided over the ceremony. Patton is replacing Phillip as the Naval Support Activity executive officer. (U.S. Navy photo/ Petty Officer 1st Class Jennifer Hudson)

Marrington Elementary accepting registrations for upcoming school year
April 18, 2012 — Marrington Elementary School is now accepting registrations for Kindergarten through fifth grade for the 2012-2013 school year. Parents can enroll their children Monday through Friday from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m.All active-duty military families stationed at Joint Base Charleston - Weapons Station or Air Base and live in Berkeley County can enroll at... MORE

JB Charleston Exchange makes good health its business
April 18, 2012 — Understanding that a large part of the military's focus is on a fit mind and body to ensure top performance, the Army & Air Force Exchange Service values the importance of wellness. To that end, the Exchange is feeding shoppers' minds with information. Healthy nutrition options, fitness programs, family activities and overall wellness information... MORE

Capt. Ward retires after 30 years
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Captain Ralph Ward is rendered honors as he is piped ashore after his retirement ceremony held at the RedBank Club At Joint Base Charleston – Weapons Station April 13. Ward retired after 30 years of service. His last assignment was as Joint Base Charleston Deputy Commander and Naval Support Activity Charleston commanding officer. (U.S. Navy photo/ Petty Officer 1st Class Jennifer Hudson)

Airmen of Note performing in Summerville
April 18, 2012 — The U.S. Air Force's premiere Jazz Ensemble, Airmen of Note, will perform a free concert at the Summerville High School Auditorium April 27 starting at 7 p.m. They will play a variety of musical selections from modern and classic jazz, Swing era favorites, including the music of Maj. Glenn Miller, as well as inspiring patriotic selections. Tickets... MORE

Ammo prepares Team Charleston for the fight
April 11, 2012 — MORE

Senior Airman Caprice Frazier takes inventory at Joint Base Charleston - Air Base Munitions Center April 10. The 437th Maintenance Group Munitions office is responsible for more than $15 million dollars worth of munitions. Frazier is a munitions accountability technician with the 437th MXG. (U.S. Air Force photo/Staff Sgt. Katie Gieratz)

Month of the Military Child - Kid on the Street
April 11, 2012 — April is the Month of the Military Child and the 628th Air Base Wing Public Affairs office went out to see what the kids had to say. This week's question was, "What is the best part about your mom or dad being in the military?" MORE

11 year old Noah Bevil- “He gets to serve for our country.” (son of Staff Sgt. Dasan Bevil, 437th Aerial Port Squadron) (U.S. Air Force photo / Airman 1st Class Ashlee Galloway)

JB Charleston Airmen take third at AMT skills competition
April 11, 2012 — Airmen from the 437th Maintenance Group at Joint Base Charleston - Air Base competed in the Aircraft Maintenance Technology Skills Competition March 7 through 9 in Las Vegas.Twelve Airmen were split into two separate teams with each having one mentor and one team captain appointed to supervise and lead them through the competition.The two JB... MORE

Staff Sgt. Sean Nappier and Senior Airman Kevin Meredith work together during the wheel and brake competition as a judge watches during the Aircraft Maintenance Technology Skills Competition March 7 through 9 in Las Vegas. The two played a key role in helping the “Ace’s of Maintenance” take first in the event. Nappier is a 437th Aircraft Maintenance Squadron avionics technician and Meredith is a 437th Maintenance Squadron aerospace propulsion journeyman. (Courtesy photo)