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Charlie on the move
November 17, 2010 — MORE

Master-at-Arms 1st Class Bill Carmer stands by with a shot gun in hand as employees from Gator Getters Consultants attempt to move Charlie the alligator from his home Nov. 17, 2010, Joint Base Charleston-Weapons Station, S.C. Charlie is being temporarily moved for pond cleaning, overflow structure improvements and increased pond depth of eight feet. There will also be two dens built in the pond so Charlie and the other alligators can hibernate. MA1 Carmer is a security forces member with the 628th Security Forces Squadron. (U.S. Air Force photo/James M. Bowman)

JB CHS officials congratulate O-6, E-9 promotion selectees
November 17, 2010 — MORE

U.S. Air Force Col. Martha Meeker, right, and Col. Consuella Pockett, left, pin colonel rank on Lt. Col. Pamela Smith after she was notified of her selection for promotion to colonel at the Fitness and Sports Center Nov. 16, 2010, on Joint Base Charleston, S.C. Colonel Smith was one of two colonel selectees from JB CHS. Lt. Col. Bonnie Goodale, 628th Medical Support Squadron commander, was also selected for promotion to colonel. Colonel Meeker is the JB CHS commander and Colonel Pockett is the 628th Medical Group commander. Colonel Smith is the 628th Aerospace Medicine Squadron commander. (U.S. Air Force photo/Tech. Sgt. Chrissy Best)

Weapons Station News Briefs – Nov. 19
November 17, 2010 — 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:FridayGo to the extreme with Xtreme bowling! Xtreme bowling at Marrington Lanes is held every Friday and Saturday from 9:30 p.m. to 12:30 a.m... MORE

Air Base News Briefs – Nov. 19
November 17, 2010 — 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:SundayNFL trip to Charlotte: Jump on the team bus with the Outdoor Recreation Center Nov. 21, to head to Charlotte, N.C., for a fun afternoon of... MORE

Holiday tree lighting Dec. 1
November 17, 2010 — Get your holiday season started in fine fashion by joining us for the annual Joint Base Charleston-Air Base tree lighting and holiday card contest, Dec. 1 at 5 p.m. next to the youth center. Christmas carolers will perform and Santa will arrive by firetruck at approximately 5:15 p.m. Welcome and holiday greetings will be made by base leadership... MORE

Older Common Access Cards require replacement
November 17, 2010 — If you've been having problems with your CAC card, chances are, it's an older card and needs to be replaced. These older "problem prone" cards can be identified by the marking of "Oberthru ID One" on the back upper left-hand corner. All individuals experiencing issues with the older CAC cards need to get their cards replaced. CAC card appointments... MORE

17 AS unveils newly renovated Heritage Room
November 17, 2010 — MORE

Airmen socialize in the newly renovated Heritage Room at the 17th Airlift Squadron on Joint Base Charleston-Air Base, S.C., Nov. 16, 2010. Planning for the project began in July, with work beginning in August. A group of approximately 10 squadron volunteers stepped up to take on the work of transforming the room. Starting with baring the walls, the team removed old carpeting, applied fresh paint and installed new wood flooring. (U.S. Air Force phot/James Bowman)

10 tips for a healthy holiday season
November 17, 2010 — 10. Monitor portion sizes! Treat yourself to those once a year delicacies, but eat a small portion of each.9. Eat a light meal or snack before you go to any party so you don't arrive ready to attack the buffet table. Focus on socializing with your friends away from the buffet table so you are not tempted to overeat.8. If hosting a party, have... MORE

Toys for Tots looking for volunteers
November 17, 2010 — The annual Marine Corps Reserve Toys for Tots program is in full swing, collecting thousands of toys for less fortunate children throughout the Charleston area. Each year, members of the U.S. Marine Corps Reserve collect new, unwrapped toys during October, November and December and distribute those toys as Christmas gifts to needy children.As in... MORE

Career Assistance Tip
November 17, 2010 — Have you ever wanted to become a better writer? Have you ever thought about why your peers do not understand you? Have you ever had a subordinate that you needed to help correct their behavior but were unsure how to write the paperwork? Well, your base career advisor has the answer for you in the form of some professional enhancement courses.If you... MORE