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Excellent Eggstravaganza
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An excited two-year-old Cshammar Reed, looks through his stash of collected eggs after completing an Easter egg hunt during the annual Eggstravaganza event held at Marrington Plantation on Joint Base Charleston-Weapons Station April, 16. The event was sponsored by Morale, Welfare and Recreation in conjunction with the Month of the Military child, and provided a fun-filled day for the whole family. (U.S. Navy photo/Mass Communication Specialist 1st Class Jennifer Hudson)

TRICARE supports DEA’s National Medication Take Back Day
April 20, 2011 — National Medication Take Back Day is April 30 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at many police departments, universities, hospitals and military installations across America. This one-day event, sponsored by the Drug Enforcement Administration, provides a venue for people to safely dispose of unwanted, unused and expired prescription drugs."TRICARE... MORE

DoD launches new helpline to support victims of sexual assault
April 20, 2011 — The Department of Defense recently launched its newest initiative to support victims of sexual assault. Using DoD Safe Helpline, service members can "click, call or text" for victim support services for themselves or others. The free, anonymous and confidential resource can be accessed worldwide, 24-hours a day, every day, to connect with live... MORE

Think of the Inns of Charleston this summer
April 20, 2011 — If you have family or friends coming to visit you here in the Charleston area during the next few months, don't forget to call the Inns of Charleston for accommodations.Although JB CHS maintains a high operational tempo, there are often rooms available for weekends and eligible guests can find considerable savings renting lodging on-base as opposed... MORE

NMCRS fund drive a success
April 20, 2011 — The Navy-Marine Corps Relief Society concluded a successful fund drive with an appreciation luncheon acknowledging the hard work and contributions of command representatives at Joint Base Charleston-Weapons Station, April 13.The representatives were responsible for contacting 100 percent of service members at their respective commands and... MORE

Traumatic Stress Response team provides training
April 20, 2011 — A plane goes down, a tsunami makes landfall, an earthquake shakes a nation or a car crashes leaving people severely injured. These events can happen without warning and often stretch our ability to cope with the stressors around us. Events of this nature are beyond the scope of everyday occurrences and often leave us feeling unprepared. How do... MORE

Balfour Beatty Communities Foundation extends scholarship application deadline
April 20, 2011 — The Balfour Beatty Communities Foundation, a non-profit organization committed to honoring military personnel - active, disabled and fallen - and their families, has extended the application deadline for its educational scholarship program to April 30. Undergraduate students living in on-base housing at Joint Base Charleston - Weapons Station are... MORE

JB CHS - WS preps for IG inspection
April 20, 2011 — The countdown is on as Joint Base Charleston - Weapons Station personnel make final preparations for the scheduled arrival of the Navy Region Southeast's Deputy Inspector General and his Area Visit team. Navy Deputy Inspector General, Andrea Brotherton and an IG team comprised of more than 30 inspectors arrive April 27 and will inspect quality of... MORE

TCSC announces Silver Wings Scholarship winners
April 20, 2011 — The Team Charleston Spouses Club recently announced their Silver Wings Scholarship recipients for 2011. With funds raised from the Annual Scholarship Auction in March and revenue from the Joint-Base Charleston Consignment Shop, $8,000 worth of Silver Wings Scholarships will be awarded this year.The two spouse Silver Wings Scholarship recipients are... MORE

Mandatory briefing
April 20, 2011 — Dr. David Lisak, a well-respected Sexual Assault Awareness speaker, will conduct a series of briefings April 26. This is a mandatory briefing for all military personnel and highly encouraged for civilians. Briefings will be held: April 268 a.m. - Base theater (general audience)1 p.m. - Charleston Club (Wing Commanders, Group Commanders, Squadron... MORE