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Diamond Sharp
May 4, 2011 — MORE

Col. Erik Hansen (left) and Chief Master Sgt. Terrence Greene (right) present Airman 1st Class Ellen Gruesen, Tech. Sgt. Aaron Bermudez, Staff Sgt. Michael Howell and Staff Sgt. Michael Folk the Diamond Sharp award during a ceremony at the Charleston Club May 3. Colonel Hansen is the 437th Airlift Wing commander, Chief Greene is the 437 AW command chief, Airman Gruesen is from the 437th Aircraft Maintenance Squadron, Sergeant Bermudez is from the 437th Maintenance Operations Squadron, Sergeant Howell is from the 437th Aerial Port Squadron and Sergeant Folk is from the 15th Airlift Squadron. Diamond Sharp awardees are Airmen chosen by their first sergeants for their excellent performance. (U.S. Air Force photo/

School Volunteer Opportunities
May 4, 2011 — The following is a list of upcoming volunteer and mentor opportunities available in our local schools around the Lowcountry.The following dates are for Palmetto Assessment of State Standards testing monitors. Please review each school's requirements and respond to their point of contact for more information.May 9Gregg Middle School: 8:15 a.m. to... MORE

Family Matters – May 6
May 4, 2011 — Family matters is dedicated to family activities. Movie Schedule: Weapons StationCall 764-7516 for show times. Admission is free. Doors open 30 minutes prior to each showing. Tron: Legacy: May 6, 7:30 p.m., Rated PGGulliver's Travels: May 7, 5 p.m., Rated PG-13The Roommate: May 7, 7:30 p.m., Rated PG-13Tron: Legacy: May 8, 2 p.m., Rated PGMovie... MORE

Weapons Station News Briefs – May 6
May 4, 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.TuesdayEducational & Scholarship Opportunities: Frustrated filling out the college financial applications? Come to the FFSC, Bldg. 755, for an... MORE

Air Base News Briefs – May 6
May 4, 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.SaturdayMilitary Spouse Appreciation Day - Spring Tea: You don't want to miss this one! Army Wives actor, Terry Serpico (Frank Sherwood) will be our... MORE

Days of Remembrance
May 3, 2011 — MORE

Tech. Sgt. Kenneethia Kennard lights candles during the National Days of Remembrance commemoration ceremony at the Joint Base Charleston Chapel May 2. The ceremony was held to memorialize those who were killed during the Holocaust, to promote human dignity and to confront hate anytime that it occurs. Sergeant Kennard is the 628th Air Base Wing Equal Opportunity office non-commissioned officer in charge. (U.S. Air Force photo/Staff Sgt. Katie Gieratz)

Charlie the alligator moves back into federal housing after extended vacation
May 3, 2011 — Charlie, the Joint Base Charleston - Weapons Station twelve foot one inch (we measured him), 600-pound alligator, moved back to his home pond on JB CHS - WS April 30.Charlie and his family have been military residents since the early 1960s at what was once the U.S. Army Ordnance Depot, which later became the Naval Weapons Station, and is now JB CHS... MORE

Charlies is all smiles (we think) as he checks out his newly remodeled home. (U.S. Navy photo/Terrence Larimer

Youth Programs hosts tennis tournament
May 3, 2011 — MORE

Joint Base Charleston Air Base Youth Programs hosted a tennis tournament at the JB CHS - AB tennis courts, April 30, as part of the Month of the Military Child activities. The participants trained with International Tennis Federation accredited level one coach Debbie Greene. Front row: Emma Harris and Elijah Harris; Middle Row (left to right): Laura King, Karen Hudson, Lars Espeland, Paul Espeland; Back Row (left to right) Debbie Greene, Lee Smith, Joanna Givens, Joe Espeland, Julie Harris and Chief Master Sgt. Terrence Greene, the 437th Airlift Wing command chief. (courtesy photo)

JB CHS - WS Branch Library enhanced through joint basing
May 3, 2011 — Sailors at Joint Base Charleston-Weapons Station may have noticed improved services offered on base since joint basing began Oct. 1, 2010, and the most recent improvements have taken place at the JB CHS - WS branch library.With a completely renovated look, the JB CHS - WS branch library now offers Sailors and Airmen a more welcoming and relaxing... MORE

Machinist’s Mate 3rd Class Michael Phaiboun, Naval Support Activity, reaches for a book at the Joint Base Charleston - Weapons Station Branch Library May 3. The Branch Library has undergone facility enhancements and improvements in customer service. (U.S. Navy photo/Machinist’s Mate 3rd Class Brannon Deugan)

Congratulations to Sailors of the Quarter
May 3, 2011 — MORE

Congratulations to Naval Support Activity second quarter Sailor of the Quarter, Master-at-Arms 1st Class Jacob Moore (left), Blue Jacket of the Quarter Machinist’s Mate 3rd Class Brannon Duegan and Junior Sailor of the Quarter, Master-at-Arms 2nd Class Sherman Whidbee. (U.S. Navy photo/Mass Communication Specialist 1st Class Jennifer Hudson)