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Vote, let your voice be heard
January 19, 2012 — The Republican primaries are well underway and the world's eyes are on the state of South Carolina and its primary scheduled for Jan. 21. While you might not be able to vote in the S.C. primary, you can still register to vote in the National Election in November. If you or your family members have not submitted a registration or absentee ballot... MORE

Theater Closure at JB Charleston-Air Base
January 19, 2012 — Due to a lack of revenue, the theater at Joint Base Charleston-Air Base will be showing its last movie Jan. 27. Beginning Jan. 28 the theater will be closed indefinitely. Recently, ticket and concession sales have not been covering the operating costs and therefore the theater is not generating revenue to support Morale and Welfare Recreation... MORE

Shaping up Joint Base Charleston
January 18, 2012 — Each year millions of people throughout America make New Year's resolutions. More often than not, those resolutions are targeted towards maintaining a healthier lifestyle by eating healthier, exercising more or shedding a few extra pounds.As part of January's national observance month - Shape up U.S. - Airmen and Sailors alike are hitting the gym... MORE

Movie Schedule - Family Matters
January 18, 2012 — Movie Schedule: Weapons StationCall 764-7516 for show times. Admission is free. Doors open 30 minutes prior to each showing. Moneyball: Jan. 20, 7:30 p.m., Rated PG-13The Big Year: Jan. 21, 5 p.m., Rated PGMoneyBall: Jan. 21, 7:30 p.m., Rated PG-13The Big Year: Jan. 22, 2 p.m., Rated PGMovie Schedule: Air BaseCall 963-3333 for show times. Admission... MORE

News Briefs - Weapons Station
January 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.Jan. 24Basic Resume Writing: Basic Resume Writing workshops are offered to assist attendees in completing a professional looking resume. The next... MORE

News Briefs - Air Base
January 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.Appointment of Summary Court Officer: It is with deep regret that we announce the untimely demise of Staff Sgt. Courtney J. Rush, 437th Maintenance... MORE

2012 Crews Into Shape Challenge
January 18, 2012 — The Wellness staff at Naval Health Clinic Charleston is inviting the entire Joint Base Charleston family to participate in the 2012 Crews Into Shape challenge. The challenge, sponsored by the Navy and Marine Corps Public Health Center, will take place over a four-week period from March 4 to March 31. Active duty, Reservists, retirees, family... MORE

Medical Group moves training day
January 18, 2012 — Beginning in February, the 628th Medical Group will move its readiness training day to the first Wednesday of each month. This will be the consistent training day throughout the remainder of this calendar year.The 628 MDG will close at noon each training day. July 4th (the first Wednesday in July) is a federal holiday and the MDG will be closed the... MORE

New Victim Advocate - Victim Privilege: [Military Rule of Evidence (M.R.E.) 514]
January 18, 2012 — If you are a victim who has suffered direct physical or emotional harm as the result of a sexual or violent offense, you may claim the new Victim Advocate-Victim Privilege under Military Rule of Evidence (M.R.E.) 514. This is true even if you make an unrestricted report of a sexual assault. By claiming this privilege, you have the right to refuse... MORE

Airsoft guns: Real or fake?
January 17, 2012 — Recently, police officers fired upon and killed a 15-year-old boy in Texas who was brandishing a pellet gun that looked like a real one. The teenager was told several times to put down the weapon but refused to listen to the instructions given by the police. Officers had to open fire in response to what they thought was a legitimate threat from an... MORE