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News Brief - Weapons Station
November 29, 2011 — 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.Special Announcements:LEAN Awareness Class: Learn how to create a more efficient and effective environment in the workplace and learn proven techniques... MORE

Firefighters ensure mission continues
November 23, 2011 — More than 600 Airmen from the 628th Air Base Wing will put their skills to the test in support of the upcoming Operational Readiness Inspection. The ORI will be conducted Nov. 29 through Dec. 7.One such group that will be participating will be the firefighters from JB CHS.Firefighters train their entire careers to ensure they are fully prepared for... MORE

EOD: Dangerous career celebrates safety
November 22, 2011 — Joint Base Charleston Explosive Ordnance Disposal conducted the third annual EOD Safety Day Nov. 18 at JB Charleston - Air Base. "Explosive Ordnance Disposal Safety Day gives EOD technicians an opportunity to reflect on previous experiences and events that relate to EOD safety," said Staff Sgt Justin Voorhees, Explosive Ordnance Disposal craftsman... MORE

Chief's group serves up a fish fry
November 22, 2011 — MORE

The Joint Base Charleston Chief's group serves Airmen at the picnic grounds Nov. 18. The fish fry is held annually to promote a sense of camaraderie between all units on base. (U.S. Air Force photo/Staff Sgt. Katie Gieratz)

437th Airlift Wing welcomes new C-17
November 21, 2011 — MORE

Brig. Gen. Steven Arquiette presents the keys to Joint Base Charleston's newest C-17 Globemaster III to Col. Erik Hansen at Joint Base Charleston Air Base Nov. 9. Arquiette is the Headquarters Air Mobility Command, Scott Air Force Base inspector general and Hansen is the 437th Airlift Wing commander. (U.S. Air Force photo/Airman 1st Class Ashlee Galloway)

AMC Commander 'Thank you for serving others'
November 21, 2011 — As we gather together with family and friends to celebrate Thanksgiving, this is the perfect time to reflect upon how much we have to be thankful for. For one, I'm thankful for the opportunity to work with all of you - Active Duty, Guard, Reserve, Civilians and Commercial Partners. Serving selflessly, you all demonstrate tremendous commitment and... MORE

Supervisor's account of subordinate Driving Under the Influence
November 18, 2011 — One day in August, I stepped outside and saw my neighbor and coworker working in his yard. He had mentioned to me that our commander was having an emergency commander's call. I then checked my phone and it revealed I had one missed call and a voicemail. I listened to the voicemail and it was what I expected to hear. I called into the shop and told... MORE

Individual's account of Driving Under the Influence
November 18, 2011 — In August, I was arrested for a DUI. The night I went out, I planned on going out with one of my friends, have a few drinks and try to have a good time. My plan was to drive the whole night. Unfortunately, I made the mistake of drinking that night as well. As I was heading home that night, I was pulled over and given a field sobriety test. Once I... MORE

FSS Thanksgiving Holiday Hours
November 17, 2011 — FSS Holiday Hours for ThanksgivingAB = Air Base WS = Weapons StationAero Club Admin Office - AB24-27 Nov 11 CLOSEDAirman & Family Readiness Center - AB24 & 25 Nov 11 CLOSEDArts & Crafts Center - AB24 & 25 Nov 11 CLOSEDAuto Hobby - AB24 - 27 Nov 11 CLOSEDAuto Skills Center - WS24 Nov 11 CLOSED25 Nov 11 0900-1700Base Library - AB23 Nov 11 Close at... MORE

USAF Expeditionary Center commander visits JB Charleston
November 17, 2011 — Major General William Bender and wife Sue visited Joint Base Charleston Nov. 14 and Nov 15. Bender is commander of the U.S. Air Force Expeditionary Center at Joint Base McGuire-Dix-Lakehurst, N.J. The USAF Expeditionary Center is the Air Force's Center of Excellence for advanced expeditionary combat support training and education. Additionally, the... MORE

Capt. Jason Guadalupe briefs Maj. Gen. William Bender on "Warrior Week" procedures for the upcoming Operational Readiness Inspection on Joint Base Charleston Nov.15. The ORI will take place Nov.29th through Dec.6th. Bender is the Commander of United States Air Force Expenditionary Center, Joint Base McGuire-Dix-Lakehurst, N.J. and Guadalupe is the Operations Officer for the 628th Force Support Squadron. (U.S. Air Force photo/Airman 1st Class Ashlee Galloway)