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Question of the Month - What do your service's core values mean to you?
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Airman 1st Class Tyler Wehrung, a Radio Frequency Transmission Systems technician from the 628th Communications Squadron

Airmen shine during LCAP inspection
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Tech. Sgt. Jonathan Wilson speaks with Airman 1st Class Antonio Thomas during a personal evaluation inspection here Feb. 1 in preparation for the Logistics Compliance Assessment Program inspection Feb. 4. The 437th Maintenance Group, the 315th Maintenance Group and the 628th Logistics Readiness Squadron will be inspected by a team of 52 LCAP inspectors. Sergeant Wilson is a quality assurance inspector with the 437th Maintenance Operations Squadron and Airman Thomas is a communications navigation specialist with the 437th Aircraft Maintenance Squadron. (U.S. Air Force photo/Senior Airman Katie Gieratz)

Air Force Assistance Fund kicks off 2011 campaign
February 2, 2011 — The Air Force Assistance Fund drive kicks off Feb. 7 and continues through March 18. The AFAF is an annual fundraising effort to raise money for the Air Force Villages, the Air Force Aid Society, the Air Force Enlisted Village and the General and Mrs. Curtis E. LeMay Foundation. These organizations do not participate in the Combined Federal... MORE

Continued success: 628 LRS awarded 2010 Daedalian
February 2, 2011 — The 628th Logistics Readiness Squadron was recently named the Air Mobility Command's 2010 Daedalian winner. The Daedalian award, also known as the Maj. Gen. Warren R. Carter Logistics Readiness Award, was first presented in 1962 and is presented to the squadron that achieves the best supply effectiveness record in support of mission aircraft and... MORE

Diamond Sharp
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(Left to right) Airman 1st Class Nathan D. Pringle, Airman 1st Class Daniel Y. Smiles, Senior Airman Carl M. Doan and Staff Sgt. Matthew R. Westad were recognized as February’s Diamond Sharp winners Feb. 1, 2011 at the Charleston Club. Airman are chosen by their respective First Sergeants and recognized during an official ceremony on the first Tuesday of every month. Airman Pringle is from the 628th Civil Engineer Squadron, Airman Smiles is from the 628th Logistics Readiness Squadron, Airman Doan is from the 628th Medical Group and Sergeant Westad is from the 373rd Training Squadron, Det 5. (U.S. Air Force photo by Tech. Sgt. Chrissy Best)

Navy advancement exams are approaching
February 2, 2011 — The Navy-wide March advancement cycle is quickly approaching and will be administered for E-6, E-5, and E-4 Sailors as follows:Mar. 3 E-6 Exam Mar. 10 E-5 Exam Mar. 17 E-4 Exam It's never too early to start studying for the advancement exam. Sailors should start by looking at past profile sheets and collecting bibliography information located on... MORE

NEX opens Grab-n-Go at NHCC
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At the grand opening, (left to right) Beth Munoz, general manager Navy Exchange Charleston, Capt. Paula McClure, commanding officer Naval Health Clinic Charleston, Doug Yaxis, area vending manager for the NEX and NHCC Command Master Chief Terence Anthony cut the ribbon for the grab-n-go coffee kiosk at NHCC on Joint Base Charleston-Weapons Station, Jan. 31. The grab-n-go, the first of its kind offered by the NEX, provides coffee and snacks to patrons and staff members at NHCC. (U.S. Navy photo/Machinist's Mate 3rd Class Brannon Deugan)

Air Base News Briefs
February 2, 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.SaturdayNewcomer's tour: Join other JB CHS newcomers, Feb. 5 from 8:15 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. for this fun, free bus tour of downtown Charleston and the... MORE

Weapons Station News Briefs
February 2, 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.Events: TuesdayCareer Connection: Transitioning from the military? Is your spouse seeking employment or are you just looking to change your career?... MORE

NSA Sailors gear up for upcoming Spring PFA
February 2, 2011 — Sailors at Naval Support Activity are pushing for excellence as they train vigorously for the upcoming Physical Fitness Assessment by improving their cardio-respiratory endurance, muscular strength and stamina at Joint Base Charleston-Weapons Station.Maintaining physical health is ultimately the responsibility of each individual Sailor. However,... MORE

Sailors at Naval Support Activity improve their overall physical health by going through circuit training provided by physical trainer Riley Phelps, during a morning group PT session at Joint Base Charleston-Weapons Station, Jan. 28. Circuit training allows personnel to focus on a specific muscle group through various workouts which will help build endurance over time. (U.S. Navy photo/Mass Communication Specialist 1st Class Jennifer Hudson)