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Question of the month
November 3, 2010 — The question of the month is an opportunity for Joint Base Charleston members to have their opinions heard in a public forum about topics affecting the base. Each month a question will be asked on a new topic. Look for next week's issue featuring "Get to know an Airman."This month, service members were asked, "What is your version of the perfect... MORE

?My version of the perfect Thanksgiving would be going home and spending it with all of my family and going deer hunting with my brother and dad. I am most thankful for my family, and I am thankful that I will actually be able to get home this year for the holidays,? said Senior Airman Jed Pickett, a reservist with the 315th Aeromedical Evacuation Squadron at Joint Base Charleston-Air Base.

Hurricane Tip of the Week
November 3, 2010 — Hurricane season will continue through November, with the highest probability of a major hurricane occurring between mid-August and October. Due to a hurricane's capacity for damage, preparation is the key. Weekly hurricane tips provide need-to-know information for staying ahead of the weather.This week's hurricane tip is: The Air Force currently... MORE

Local 'Stand Down' serves homeless veterans
November 2, 2010 — More than 2,068 homeless people, both veterans and civilians, received aid from local volunteers at the 11th annual Stand Down Against Homelessness, Oct. 28 and 29, at the North Charleston Armory Park.More than 300 volunteers from the local community and members of the local military helped support the effort. Sponsored by the Ralph H. Johnson... MORE

Volunteers process veterans and civilians before entering the 'Stand Down' facility for dental and medical checkups, at the 11th annual Stand Down Against Homelessness Oct. 29, 2010, at the North Charleston Armory Park, S.C. Sponsored by the Ralph H. Johnson Veterans Affairs Medical Center and Goodwill Industries, the event provided food, clothing vouchers, medical and dental screenings, job and legal assistance, and personal hygiene items to the homeless. (U.S. Air Force photo/Senior Airman Timothy Taylor)

Daylight Savings Time ends Nov. 7 at 2 a.m.
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Daylight Saving Time ends Sunday, Nov. 7, at 2 a.m., so be sure to set all clocks one hour earlier before going to bed Saturday night. The 628th Civil Engineer Squadron reminds everyone that it is a perfect time to also replace the batteries in their smoke alarms. Additionally, as Team Charleston falls back into shorter days for the winter season they will gain an extra hour of sleep, but with darkness arriving sooner each day into the winter, reduced visibility can pose a risk. Motorists are urged to keep alert during after-work commutes to stay safe throughout the holiday season. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Brittany Perry)

Rules change for fluorescent bulbs, batteries at Weapons Station
November 2, 2010 — Joint Base Charleston-Weapons Station is making changes for a healthier environment by implementing a new policy regarding the disposal of fluorescent light bulbs and batteries. The changes are already in effect at Joint Base Charleston-Air Base. The Environmental Protection Agency classifies these used items as universal waste and therefore must... MORE

New rules in effect on Joint Base Charleston-Weapons Station now mandate that used fluorescent bulbs and all batteries must be stored properly before disposal, have a universal waste label in the storage container with the drum number, contact person and the accumulation start date filled in. The container must not be stored longer than six months from the start date. (Courtesy photo)

First 6 volunteer opportunities can make the most of your career
November 1, 2010 — The Joint Base Charleston First 6 is a professional organization which focuses on providing junior enlisted service members a forum for making the most of their military careers. The organization extends the invitation to all service members in pay grades from E-1 through E-6 to join.The next First 6 meeting, which include free food, will be... MORE

Frying up a good time
November 1, 2010 — MORE

Chief Master Sgt. (Ret.) James Newberry fries fresh jalapeno poppers at the Chiefs Fish Fry Oct. 29, 2010, on Joint Base Charleston, S.C. The fish fry began as a barbeque in 1987 as a way to unite the Reserve and active-duty members on the Air Base. This year, the chiefs cooked food to serve more than 500 people. (U.S. Air Force photo/Senior Airman Timothy Taylor)

This week in Navy history
November 1, 2010 — Oct. 31, 1941 - German submarine U-552 sunk USS Reuben James (DD- 245), which was escorting Convoy HX 156, with the loss of 115 lives, becoming the first U.S. ship lost to enemy action in World War II.Nov. 1, 1841 - "Mosquito Fleet" commanded by Lt. Cmdr. J. T. McLaughlin, carried 750 Sailors and Marines into the Everglades to fight the Seminole... MORE

This week in Air Force history
November 1, 2010 — Oct. 31, 1976 - The first U.S. Air Force E-3A airborne warning and control system aircraft, with its full complement of surveillance and command and control avionics, made its first test flight.Nov. 1, 1954 - The U.S. Air Force retired the B-29 Superfortress from service. The aircraft had less than 12 years in the active inventory.Nov. 2, 1962 -... MORE

Charleston airlift squadron deploys to support combat operations in Middle East
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Airmen from the 16th Airlift Squadron wait in line to check their bags at the passenger terminal on Joint Base Charleston, S.C., as they prepare to deploy Oct. 28, 2010. The squadron will be deployed to the Middle East for four months. (U.S. Air Force Photo/Airman 1st Class Lauren Main)