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Options in Guard and Reserve help Airmen continue to serve
August 31, 2010 — Making a decision to re-enlist or separate from military service can be stressful, to say the least. Often, Airmen are torn between continuing their service or starting anew and losing time they have invested toward personal retirement goals.Master Sgt. Kimberly Aaron, Air Guard in-service recruiter, and Master Sgt Robert Denehy, Air Force Reserve... MORE

Master Sgt Robert Denehy, Air Force Reserve in-service recruiter (Courtesy photo)

Cajun spice improves recipe for safety
August 31, 2010 — MORE

Comedian Steve Verret performs his stand-up routine for Airmen Aug. 26, 2010, on Joint Base Charleston, S.C. Mr. Verret's message is designed to promote safe driving and traffic safety awareness in an enthusiastic and relaxed setting with a twist from his Cajun comedy routine. Mr. Verret provided information ranging from types of car insurance to giving examples of how one mistake could affect the rest of an Airman's life. (U.S. Air Force photo/Airman 1st Class Ian Hoachlander)

Base Exchange food court and mall to open Aug. 30
August 25, 2010 — After more than a year of renovations, a new food court and mini-mall at the Joint Base Charleston Base Exchange is scheduled to open Aug. 30.The renovation and construction project, currently in the process of adding 40,000 square feet to the BX, brings new store fronts for two pre-existing restaurants, the addition of a familiar third and ample... MORE

United Way 2010 National Day of Caring
August 25, 2010 — Joint Base Charleston's participation in The United Way's 2010 National Day of Caring will take place on 10 Sep. Volunteers will be conducting a neighborhood service project in the North Central neighborhood of downtown Charleston. More than 35 projects were requested within the neighborhood and volunteers can expect a myriad of volunteer projects... MORE

New Beginnings
August 25, 2010 — "Every new beginning comes from some other beginning's end."This quote from the popular rock band Semisonic, embodies the changes occurring here in Charleston. With the beginning of the 628th Air Base Wing, we have seen the creation of a new entity. What does that mean for the logistics readiness squadron?The retiring our beloved mascot - the three... MORE

Commissary eggs unaffected by recall
August 25, 2010 — As of Aug. 19, military commissaries are not affected by the massive Wright County Egg voluntary recall, Defense Commissary Agency food safety officials reported. Although the commissaries may carry some of the brands mentioned in the Aug. 13 recall action, the eggs sold in military stores are not part of those linked to salmonella contamination,... MORE

Zero discrepancies
August 25, 2010 — MORE

U.S. Air Force Staff Sgt. Robert Pennington performs a special inspection on a 7.5 ton flightline crane Aug. 24, 2010, on Joint Base Charleston, S.C. Periodic inspections are performed as part of the quality assurance program to ensure safety and compliance regulations are met and that vehicles are safe to operate. Sergeant Pennington is a quality insurance inspector with the 437th Maintenance Group. (U.S. Air Force photo/Senior Airman Timothy Taylor)

Man's best friend ... your worst enemy
August 25, 2010 — MORE

U.S. Air Force Staff Sgt. Fazel Munshi, far right, and his military working dog Arton stand by during a guard mount session at the 628th Security Forces Squadron Aug. 20, 2010, on Joint Base Charleston, S.C. Guard mount is an opportunity for the flight chief to brief safety and general information before upcoming shift changes. Having a MWD present for the meeting helps familiarize the dog to different environments. Sergeant Munshi is a dog handler with the 628th Security Forces Squadron. (U.S. Air Force photo/Senior Airman Timothy Taylor)

AMC officials approve funds for CAF initiatives across command
August 25, 2010 — More than 168 initiatives spread throughout 12 Air Mobility Command bases directly supporting Comprehensive Airman Fitness were approved for funding by command officials Aug. 11.Comprehensive Airman Fitness, or CAF, began July 1 at AMC. Officials said CAF is not a program, "but an approach to better equip Airmen and their families to handle... MORE

As operations tempo stays high across the Air Force, so do divorce rates, suicide rates and other negative trends. This demands more than just another program, but a new culture and way of thinking, Air Mobility Command officials said. Comprehensive Airman Fitness answers that demand. Through Comprehensive Airman Fitness, the force can become more resilient through awareness of two principles. First, when a person behaves positively in everyday situations, it shapes how they react when tough times hit. Secondly, health is more than physical fitness: it includes mental, social and spiritual fitness. (U.S. Air Force graphic illustration)

CES sweats to keep you cool
August 24, 2010 — MORE

U.S. Air Force Airman Codye Miller dismantles the electrical panel on an air conditioning unit to gain access to its compressor Aug. 18, 2010, on Joint Base Charleston, S.C. Air conditioning units require periodic maintenance to replace old parts or fix damaged ones. Airman Miller is a heating, ventilation and air condition technician with the 628th Civil Engineer Squadron. (U.S. Air Force photo/Senior Airman Timothy Taylor)