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Air Base News Briefs - April 29
April 25, 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.MondayInvesting Demystified: This course is ideal for the first-time investor and explains the most common types of investments and simplifies... MORE

This week in Air Force History
April 25, 2011 — April 24, 1943 - The first class of women pilots graduated from U.S. Army Air Force flight training.April 25, 1956 - The X-2 completed its first supersonic flight.April 26, 1971 - Charleston Air Force Base, S.C. received its 16th C-5A aircraft to complete the first operational C-5A squadron.April 27, 1991 - A C-141 delivered 15 tons of blankets for... MORE

This week in Navy history
April 25, 2011 — April 24, 1778 - The Continental Navy sloop Ranger captured HMS DrakeApril 25, 1862 - Union naval forces occupied New Orleans, La.April 26, 1952 - USS Hobson sank after it collided with USS Wasp; 176 lives were lost.April 27, 1861 - President Lincoln extended the blockade of the Confederacy to Virginia and North Carolina ports.April 28, 1993 - A... MORE

AFOSI opens new facility
April 25, 2011 — MORE

Brig. Gen. Kevin Jacobsen (second from left), Col. Martha Meeker (third from left) and invited guests cut the ribbon at the Air Force Office of Special Investigations grand opening ceremony, April 25, 2011 on Joint Base Charleston, S.C. Construction on the new AFOSI building began in August 2009 and was completed in October 2010. The new building boasts state-of-the-art technology and additional space, allowing special agents a much improved work environment. General Jacobson is the commander of the AFOSI and Col. Meeker is the 628th Air Base Wing. (U.S. Air Force photo/Senior Airman Timothy Taylor)

JB CHS Youth Center earns Youth Program of the Year honors
April 21, 2011 — The South Carolina Boys and Girls Club of America announced Joint Base Charleston's Youth Center as the Youth Program of the Year April 15. The JB CHS Youth Center submitted an award package with details about programs offered last year in five core areas: character and leadership, education and career development, health and life skills, the arts,... MORE

Jade Hampton (left) conducts an art activity with a group of children at the
Joint Base Charleston Youth Center on Joint Base Charleston - Air Base,
S.C., April 21. The Youth Center was recently recognized as the Youth
Program of the Year for the South Carolina Boys and Girls Club of America.
Ms. Hampton is a child and youth program assistant and has been with the
Youth Center for 18 months. (U.S.Air Force photo/ Tech. Sgt. Vernon
Cunningham

Excellent Eggstravaganza
April 20, 2011 — MORE

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