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News briefs - Aug. 20
August 17, 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:Appointment of Summary Court Officer: It is with deep regret that we announce the untimely demise of Staff Sgt. Joseph A... MORE

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Air Force Civilian Service website reveals depth, innovation to federal employment
August 17, 2010 — Jobseekers unfamiliar with civilian employment opportunities within the Air Force now have a new online resource that defines the numerous career fields and outlines many of the benefits of being a federal employee.The site, www.afciviliancareers.com, was designed for those interested in applying for a federal job within the Air Force Civilian... MORE

Hurricane Tip of the Week
August 17, 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: In the event of... MORE

EGLIN AIR FORCE BASE, Fla. -- The Atlantic hurricane season begins June 1 and runs through Nov. 30. Since the Atlantic Hurricane Season officially opens June 1, Team Eglin members should gear up now for what is expected to be an above average hurricane season, according to a recent advisory issued by the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration's National Hurricane Center. The NHC is predicting the Atlantic hurricane season to have a 75 percent chance of being an "above average" season. (Courtesy graphic)

Naval Consolidated Brig adopts canines for veterans program
August 17, 2010 — Prisoners at the Naval Consolidated Brig Charleston will soon be part of a new program, training rescued dogs to aid disabled veterans as part of the Carolina Canines for Veterans Program, base officials announced Aug. 11."This program will be a triple win for all involved," said NAVCONBRIG Charleston Commanding Officer Navy Cmdr. Ray Drake. "The... MORE

Commanding Officer Navy Cmdr. Ray Drake, left, along with Rick Hairston, president and CEO of Carolina Canines for Veterans, announced that the program expects to begin with seven canines arriving Aug. 31. Since the program's inception in 1996, 10 dogs valued at more than $400,000 have been placed with wounded warriors, allowing disabled veterans more independence. (U.S. Navy photo/Mass Communication Specialist 1st Class Jennifer Hudson)

Photos: Fun in the sun for exceptional families
August 17, 2010 — MORE

Jack Kordenbrock braces himself to get his face painted at the Exceptional Family Members Fair Aug. 13, 2010. The EFM Fair was held at the base picnic grounds to help military families with special needs children network and talk about the struggles they face on a daily basis. Jack is the son of Tiffany Kordenbrock and Airman 1st Class Nicholas Kordenbrock. (U.S. Air Force Photo/Airman 1st Class Lauren Main)

ALS Class 10-F graduates; 15 AS claims Levitow award
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Col. Martha Meeker, left, and Chief Master Sgt. Lance Gomes, right, present Staff Sgt. Wesley Spring with the John L. Levitow Award during the Airman Leadership School Class 10-F graduation at the Charleston Club here Aug. 12. The award is given for a student's exemplary demonstration of excellence both as a leader and a scholar. Approximately 30 Airmen graduated from the class and will now embark on the next phase of their enlisted careers as supervisors. Colonel Meeker is the Joint Base Charleston commander, Chief Gomes is the 628th Force Support Squadron superintendent and Sergeant Spring is a loadmaster with the 15th Airlift Squadron. (U.S. Air Force photo/Airman 1st Class Lauren Main)

Charleston's got talent
August 13, 2010 — MORE

Airman 1st Class Joy Clayton wins first place after singing Natural Woman by Aretha Franklin during Air Mobility Command ICON at Joint Base Charleston, S.C., Aug.11, 2010. AMC Icon is based loosely around the TV show, American Idol. AMC Icon is designed to showcase the vocal talents of the AMC communities. The top rated AMC active duty Air Force participant from each base will be that installations representative in the command finals. Airman Clayton won $500 and also received a Millie Lewis Scholarship which is for an eight week Advanced Professional course designed for those who wish to continue their personal development, as well as becoming involved and skilled in the exciting world of commercial print and/or fashion modeling. Airman Clayton is a member of the 16th Airlift Squadron. (U.S. Air Force photo/James M. Bowman)

AAFES officials working double time to correct inadvertent charges
August 13, 2010 — A processing error resulted in duplicate charges on credit and debit card transactions for some customers at Army Air Force Exchange Service stores."Shoppers who swiped their cards anytime between Aug. 7 and Aug. 9 at an AAFES facility are strongly encouraged to review their statements to see if they are impacted by this issue," said AAFES' Chief... MORE

Bowling day and night for Guinness record
August 12, 2010 — MORE

Bowlers at Joint Base Charleston hurl balls down the alley Aug. 7 at Starlifter Lanes on Joint Base Charleston, S.C. Members of Joint Base Charleston who bowled at the lanes Aug. 7 received their first game on the house. The lanes held the promotion to gain support for the worldwide one-day record for the most games bowled in a single day. The lanes totaled approximately 450 games for the day and their scores were submitted to be tallied with scores from around the world to beat the current record. (U.S. Air Force photo illustration/Staff Sgt. Daniel Bowles)

Photo: Topping off the tanks
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A C-17 Globemaster III from Joint Base Charleston closes in on the refueling boom of a KC-135R Stratotanker from the 434th Air Refueling Wing, Grissom Air Reserve Base, Ind., during an aerial refueling mission Aug. 4, 2010. The C-17 Globemaster III is the newest, most flexible cargo aircraft to enter the airlift force. Teamed with the KC-135 Stratotanker, the aircraft are able to deploy Air Mobility Command?s three core competencies of strategic airlift, air refueling and aeromedical evacuation worldwide. (U.S. Air Force photo/Tech. Sgt. Mark R. W. Orders-Woempner)