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Meet the 437th Airlift Wing command chief
February 1, 2012 — Ensuring that issues affecting Airmen travel through the proper levels of leadership is just one of the key roles Chief Master Sgt. Larry Williams does every day as the 437th Airlift Wing command chief."It's essential to be visible and involved with Airmen," said Williams. "They are my top priority and it's my job to ensure the communication chains... MORE

Chief Master Sgt. Larry Williams plans his upcoming appointments with Staff Sgt. Ryan Yeager. Williams is the 437th Airlift Wing command chief and Yeager is 437th AW command chief executive assistant. (U.S. Air Force photo/Airman 1st Class George Goslin)

Silver Wings Scholarship Program takes flight
February 1, 2012 — The Team Charleston Spouses Club is calling for applications for their Silver Wings Scholarship Program.The scholarship program is open to dependents of active duty, Reserve, retired or deceased military members affiliated with Joint Base Charleston and who are seeking higher education. Applicants must be current high school seniors or military... MORE

Dental clinic keeps children smiling
February 1, 2012 — Every February, the American Dental Association sponsors National Children's Dental Health Month to raise awareness of the importance of children's oral health. According to the 2012 NCDHA website, the campaign brings together thousands of dedicated dental professionals, health care providers and others to promote the benefits of good oral health... MORE

(U,S. Air Force Graphic/Airman 1st Class Tom Brading)

The 95 percent
February 1, 2012 — Congratulations to the following Airmen who achieved a score of 95 or better on their Career Development Course. MORE

Airman 1st Class Michael Graves, 15th Airlift Squadron, 437th Airlift Wing

628th Air Base Wing Annual Awards Banquet
February 1, 2012 — Sailor of the YearPetty officer 1st Class Jacob Moore, 628th Security Forces SquadronJunior Sailor of the YearPetty officer 2nd Class Eugene Smith, 628th Communications SquadronBlue Jacket of the YearPetty officer 2nd Class Eric Martin, 628th SFS628th Air Base Wing Honor Guard Member of the YearSenior Airman Andrew Siththisakd, 437th Aircraft... MORE

The 628th Air Base Wing Annual Awards Banquet was held Jan. 27 at the Charleston Club. This year’s winners pose with Col. Richard McComb, Joint Base Charleston commander (right) and Capt. Ralph Ward, JB Charleston deputy commander (second from right), along with Chief Master Sgt. Jose LugoSantiago, JB Charleston command chief (left) and Master Chief Petty Officer Billy Cady, JB Charleston – Weapons Station command chief (second from left). The winners are listed in the order they received their awards.

DUI Detection: field sobriety testing
February 1, 2012 — It is two o'clock in the morning and a car swerves in and out of lanes, barely missing on-coming traffic. The car speeds through a red light at an intersection almost causing an accident with another vehicle. A police officer witnesses the event, pursues the driver and speeds up to initiate a traffic stop. The officer approaches the driver's... MORE

Students practice the walk and turn test during the Standardized Field Sobriety testing course at Joint Base Charleston - Air Base, Jan. 23-26. 628th Security Forces Squadron personnel participated in the four day course which is designed to train and certify law enforcement officials in the use of driving under the influence detection techniques and national standardized field sobriety tests. (U.S. Air Force photo/ Staff Sgt. Nicole Mickle)

Movie Schedule - Family Matters
February 1, 2012 — Movie Schedule: Weapons StationCall 764-7516 for show times. Admission is free. Doors open 30 minutes prior to each showing. 50/50: Feb. 3, 7:30 p.m., Rated RPuss in Boots: Feb. 4, 5 p.m., Rated PG50/50: Feb. 4, 7:30 p.m., Rated RPuss in Boots: Feb. 12, 2 p.m., Rated PGJoint Base Charleston - Air BaseGirl Scouting: Girls in kindergarten through... MORE

News Briefs - Air Base
February 1, 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.Feb. 4Chiefs Recognition Ceremony: The Joint Base Charleston Chief's Group is hosting the Annual Chiefs Recognition Ceremony, Feb. 4 at the Charleston... MORE

News Briefs - Weapons Station
February 1, 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.Feb. 6Transition Assistance Program (TAP): TAP helps ensure all separating and retiring service members receive information that focuses on skills... MORE

Dorm 473 takes home the green
January 31, 2012 — MORE

Senior Airman Cory McClure (right) accepts a crisp $100 bill on behalf of Dorm 473, from Staff Sgt. Chiquita Frazier, Jan. 26 at Joint Base Charleston - Air Base. Dorm 473 won the quarterly dorm competition and the Dorm 473 advisory council plans to use the money to benefit the dorm residents. McClure is assigned to the 628th Logistics Readiness Squadron and is the Dorm 473 council president. Frazier is assigned to the 628th Civil Engineer Squadron and is the Dorm 473 Airmen Dorm leader. (Courtesy photo)