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First 6 volunteer opportunities can make the most of your career
October 13, 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.First 6 meetings, which include free food, are held the fourth... MORE

628 LRS provides base shuttle for trial period
October 6, 2010 — The 628th Logistics Readiness Squadron began operating an installation shuttle Oct. 4 to move personnel between Joint Base Charleston - Air Base and Weapons Station. Currently the shuttle service is operating a 15 passenger van for a 30-day trial run to measure the actual need of added transportation between the bases.The shuttle will complete... MORE

The 628th Logistics Readiness Squadron is operating a 15 passenger van to provide a shuttle service for a 30-day trial run to measure the actual need of added transportation between Joint Base Charleston-Air Base and Weapons Station. (U.S. Navy photo/Mass Communication Specialist 1st Class Jennifer Hudson)

Weapons Station News briefs - Oct. 8
October 6, 2010 — To submit a news brief, send an e-mail to 628abw.dispatch@charleston.af.mil. Make the subject line "NEWS BRIEFS." Submissions must be received no later than close of business the Friday prior to publication.Special Announcements:Developing Your Spending Plan: Would you like to increase your cash surplus? Do you have any extra money at the end of... MORE

Photo: Around the Base
October 6, 2010 — MORE

Airman 1st Class Valentino Coward, from the 628th Logistics Readiness Squadron vehicle maintenance section, searches for a part number on a engine wiring harness for a parts replacement on a government vehicle. The 628 LRS vehicle maintenance section maintains and repairs government-owned equipment and vehicles for Joint Base Charleston. (U.S. Navy photo/Mass Communications Specialist 1st Class Jennifer Hudson.)

Full-court press is on as CFC cutoff nears Oct. 15
October 6, 2010 — It's not too late to donate to the Combined Federal Campaign - but after Oct. 15 it will be.For members of Joint Base Charleston who haven't stepped up to the plate yet, the time to contribute is now, said Maj. Bill Skinner, base CFC project officer.The major oversees progress for both the Air Base and Weapons Station and said no matter who needs... MORE

Kristen Bruce and Lillie Ross play with a rowdy puppy at the Combined Federal Campaign tent on Joint Base Charleston-Weapons Station, S.C., Oct. 1, 2010, during the open house event in commemoration of JB CHS's full operational capability. The event was open to the entire base and local community. Four puppies from the Animal Society of Charleston were the highlight of the CFC tent. The Animal Society is one of the many organizations that the CFC sponsors. Ms. Bruce is a dental assistant with the 628th Medical Group and Lillie is the daughter of Gatlin Ross, a nuclear operations student at the Weapons Station. (U.S. Air Force photo/Airman 1st Class Lauren Main)

Energy security… what is it?
October 6, 2010 — Access to cheap energy has become essential to the functioning of modern economies. However, the uneven distribution of energy supplies among countries has led to significant vulnerabilities. Threats to energy security include the political instability of several energy producing countries, the manipulation of energy supplies, the competition over... MORE

Air Force, Navy officials commemorate, celebrate JB CHS inauguration
October 6, 2010 — Two historic Lowcountry military installations merged and were officially inaugurated as the Department of Defense military installation Joint Base Charleston, Oct. 1.The inauguration of the joint base marks its full operational capability and is the final step in the stand-up of JB CHS. The two bases achieved Initial Operating Capability Jan. 31,... MORE

Navy Rear Adm. Tim Alexander talks about the history of Naval Weapons Station Charleston at the Joint Base Charleston inaugural ceremony Oct. 1, 2010, on the JB CHS-Weapons Station in South Carolina. Other guest speakers and distinguished guests included 18th Air Force Commander Lt. Gen. Robert Allardice, 628th Air Base Wing Commander Col. Martha Meeker, 628 ABW Deputy Commander Navy Capt. Ralph Ward, South Carolina Senator Lindsey Graham and South Carolina Congressman Henry Brown. Admiral Alexander is the Naval Region Southeast Commander. (U.S. Air Force photo/Senior Airman Timothy Taylor)

Medal of Honor Convention draws eager audience at autograph session
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Nicholas Oresko signs autographs at a book signing at Patriots Point Naval and Maritime Museum in Mount Pleasant, S.C., during the week of the Medal of Honor Convention held in Charleston, S.C., Sept. 30, 2010. Nicholas Oresko, born Jan. 18, 1917, is a former United States Army Soldier and a recipient of the Medal of Honor for his actions in the Battle of the Bulge during World War II. The Medal of Honor Convention is an annual event hosted by a different city each year to honor Medal of Honor recipients as well as all service members who protect American freedoms. The 2010 Medal of Honor Convention was hosted by the South Carolina State Guard Foundation and The Citadel, the military college of South Carolina. Fifty-five of the 87 living recipients attended this year's convention. (U.S. Air Force photo/Airman 1st Class Samuel W. Goodman)

Weapons Station celebrates National Fire Prevention Month
October 6, 2010 — Joint Base Charleston - Weapons Station, hosted a fire prevention fun day fair in recognition of national fire prevention week, Tuesday, Oct. 5. Lowcountry Charleston firefighters were joined by several surrounding area fire departments in an effort to increase the awareness of fire safety.Charleston area firefighters provided tours, refreshments... MORE

Charlotte Matthews shows her daughter, Lorelai, 3, the firefighters? symbol on one of the many fire trucks displayed during the fire prevention fair on Joint Base Charleston-Weapons Station, S.C., Oct. 5, 2010. Lowcountry area firefighters provided tours and answered questions from patrons throughout the event, as well as providing fire prevention tips onboard JB CHS-WS. The event, held in recognition of National Fire Prevention Week, stressed the importance of fire safety and increasing awareness in the Charleston area. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 1st Class Jennifer R. Hudson/released)

Question of the Month: How do you feel about Joint Base Charleston?
October 6, 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. This month, service members were asked, "How do you feel about Joint Base Charleston?" MORE

?The Air Force side definitely has more amenities to offer the Navy side. I think this is a good thing and is going to be very beneficial on both sides of the house,? Machinist?s Mate 3rd Class Jacques Pion, Naval Support Activity Charleston (U.S. Navy photo/Mass Communications Specialist 1st Class/Jennifer Hudson)