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Military Ball tickets going fast
October 13, 2010 — If you've never been to a military ball, then Saturday, Oct. 23 is a night you want to mark on your calendar. That evening, Charleston will see its first ever, joint service military ball in the Charleston area.On bases around the world, each branch of the military usually holds an evening of ceremony, fine dining and dancing to honor the birthday... MORE

Making a list, checking it twice
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Army Staff Sgt. Pernell Anderson conducts an overall spot inspection and verifies equipment serial numbers Oct. 12, 2010, on Joint Base Charleston-Weapons Station, S.C., for the Mine-Resistant, Ambush-Protected All-Terrain Vehicles that are prepositioned for loading on a ship. Staff Sergeant Anderson is attached to 841st Transportation Battalion located on Joint Base Charleston-Weapons Station. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 1st Class Jennifer R. Hudson)

628 SFS to host Pumpkin Patrol Oct. 30
October 13, 2010 — The 628th Security Forces Squadron annual Pumpkin Patrol is approaching fast. As in years before, squadron members will be conducting foot patrols in and around all base housing areas on Oct. 30 from 7 to 9 p.m. In an effort to ensure all families are safe and secure while enjoying their trick-or-treating experience, keep the following safety tips... MORE

Freddy, 1st Fighter Wing Public Affairs' jack-o-lantern, dons a reflective belt in preparation for a safe Halloween. (U.S. Air Force photo/Staff Sgt. Barry Loo)

Interservice rivalry: Air Force athletes claim Ironman military division
October 13, 2010 — A pair of Airmen pushed the envelope of mental and physical toughness to claim the 2010 Ironman World Championships Kona Military Division on a 140.6-mile grueling course.Maj. Scott Poteet and Capt. Jamie Turner combined for a 20:27:36 time to claim this year's top honors for the Armed Forces. Major Poteet, assigned to the U.S. Air Force Academy,... MORE

The Air Force Ironman team of Capt. Jaime Turner and Maj. Scott Poteet are at Kona, Hawaii, Oct. 7, 2010, for the 2010 Ironman World Championships. The Airmen were representing their service in the military division of the grueling race that is both mentally and physically challenging. Major Poteet is assigned to the U.S. Air Force Academy in Colorado Springs, Colo. Captain Turner is a C-17 Globemaster III pilot at Joint Base Charleston, S.C. (U.S. Air Force photo/Tech Sgt. Cohen A. Young)

DBIDS update on authorized identification and base decals
October 13, 2010 — Thirty-three thousand active duty, dependents, Department of Defense civilians, retirees and Reserve members have registered their DOD identification cards into the Defense Biometrics Identification System as of Oct. 1, 2010.In the last year, IDs have been scanned at the gates and most people have registered at the Visitor Control Center. Then... MORE

The Defense Biometric Identification System uses several pieces of information obtained from individuals for positive identification, including pictures and fingerprints. (U.S. Air Force photo/Senior Airman Timothy Taylor)

Holiday mailing deadlines released
October 13, 2010 — Mailing packages to friends and family in the military overseas means the holiday season of giving will approach sooner than for most.If planning to mail gifts and goodies via parcel post, a package will need to be on its way overseas by Nov. 12 to get it there by Dec. 25, according to recommended holiday shipping dates provided by the Military... MORE

Warrior of the Week – Senior Airman Casey Cousins
October 13, 2010 — Senior Airman Casey Cousins is a member of the 628th Communications Squadron and has been stationed at Joint Base Charleston since November 2007.Currently serving in the Middle East with the 392nd Expeditionary Signal Battalion on a deployment, this expedition is not his first. Besides his currently deployment, Airman Cousins has previously... MORE

Warrior of the Week - Senior Airman Casey Cousins, 628th Communications Squadron client systems technician. (Courtesy photo)

This week in Navy history
October 13, 2010 — Oct. 10, 1845 - Naval School, later the Naval Academy, opened in Annapolis, Md., with 50 midshipmen and seven faculty.Oct. 11, 1968 - Launch of Apollo 7, the first U.S. three-man space mission, commanded by Navy Cmdr. Walter Schirra Jr. Marine Corps Maj. Ronnie Cunningham served as Lunar Module pilot. The mission lasted 10 days and 20 hours... MORE

This week in Air Force history
October 13, 2010 — Oct. 10, 1928 - Capts. St. Clair Street, pilot, and Albert W. Stevens, observer and photographer, set an unofficial world altitude record of 37,854 feet for planes carrying more than one person in flight from Wright Field, Ohio.Oct. 11, 1910 - Former President Theodore Roosevelt became the first president to fly in an aircraft when he flew as a... MORE

Hurricane Tip of the Week
October 13, 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: Plan your evacuation... MORE