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‘Critical Days’ safety message turns personal for Airman
June 9, 2010 — The military services have geared up their summer safety campaigns, encouraging troops and their families to enjoy the season without becoming statistics during a period historically marred by a spike in off-duty accidents.Ninety-five service members died last year during the "101 Critical Days of Summer" season that kicks off Memorial Day weekend... MORE

Mourning at the grave of Air Force Tech. Sgt. Audra Britt are, from left, her sister, Anika Lee; her son, Nathaniel Alexander Britt; her brother, Air Force Staff Sgt. Aron Lee; and his daughter, Kennedy Misarah Amaya Lee. Sergeant Britt and her husband, Tech. Sgt. Maurice Britt, died at the hands of a drunk driver in 2009. (Courtesy photo)

First 6 volunteer opportunities can make the most of your career
June 9, 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 First 6 will hold their next meeting June 17 at 11 a.m. in the First Term Airman Center classroom. For those who attend, there will be sandwiches available for the... MORE

News Briefs
June 9, 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.Events:FridayFree base picnic: This year's annual two-day picnic is scheduled for June 11 and 12 from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the Base Picnic... MORE

Read on to find out about upcoming events at Joint Base Charleston in this recent edition of News Briefs.

Top U.S. military officer offers Airmen, families insight on change during JB CHS visit
June 3, 2010 — The Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff Navy Adm. Mike Mullen brought his insight and leadership to Joint Base Charleston June 3 during an all hands call hosted at the base theater, delivering his remarks to more than 700 Airmen following the presentation of three Bronze Star medals.Taking the stage without the customary playing of "Ruffles and... MORE

U.S. Navy Adm. Mike Mullen gives his remarks during an all hands call at the base theater on Joint Base Charleston, S.C., June 3, 2010. During his visit, Admiral Mullen fielded questions from Airmen and addressed Department of Defense policy changes and expectations. (U.S. Air Force Photo/James M. Bowman)

Three Charleston Airmen awarded Bronze Star by CJCS
June 3, 2010 — For three well-deserving Joint Base Charleston Airmen, June 3 marked a milestone in each of their careers. Maj. William Skinner, Master Sgt. Sean P. Houlihan and Staff Sgt. Christopher Ferrell were awarded the Bronze Star for bravery at the hand of Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff Navy Adm. Mike Mullen during his base visit here."Admiral... MORE

U.S. Navy Adm. Mike Mullen pins a Bronze Star on U.S. Air Force Staff Sgt. Christopher Ferrell at the base theater on Joint Base Charleston, S.C., June 3, 2010. Sergeant Ferrell earned the medal during a recent deployment in support of Operation Enduring Freedom. During his visit, Admiral Mullen fielded questions from Airmen and addressed Department of Defense policy changes and expectations during an all hands call. Admiral Mullen is the Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff, and Sergeant Ferrell is a noncommissioned officer in charge of training with the 628th Civil Engineer Squadron. (U.S. Air Force Photo/James M. Bowman)

Deborah Mullen visits the Airmen and Family Readiness Center
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Deborah Mullen, left, meets with Flora Hoss-Mason and Col. Benjamin Wham at the Airmen and Family Readiness Center June 3, 2010. Mrs. Mullen spoke to spouses at the A&FRC and addressed issues which specifically concerned them. Mrs. Mullen is the wife of Adm. Mike Mullen, Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff, who was also visiting JB CHS and spoke to officers and enlisted Airmen about their military issues and perspectives on the current state of the military. Colonel Wham is the 628th Mission Support Group commander and Mrs. Hoss-Mason is the director of the A&FRC. (U.S. Air Force Photo/Dave Williams)

CJCS Hosts All Hands Call for Charleston Airmen
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U.S. Navy Adm. Mike Mullen speaks to Airmen at Joint Base Charleston, S.C., June 3, 2010. During his visit Admiral Mullen answered questions and spoke to officers and enlisted Airmen about the military concerns and issues that they had. Questions asked ranged from concerns with manning to fast food being removed from deployed locations. Admiral Mullen is the Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff. (U.S. Air Force Photo/Airman 1st Class Lauren Main)

CJCS visits Charleston, presents Bronze Star medals
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U.S. Navy Adm. Mike Mullen is greeted by U.S. Air Force Col. Martha Meeker on the flightline at Joint Base Charleston, S.C., June 2, 2010. During his visit Admiral Mullen presented three Airmen with Bronze Star Medals, fielded questions from junior ranking Airmen and addressed Department of Defense policy changes and expectations during an all-hands call. Admiral Mullen is the Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff, and Colonel Meeker is the 628th Air Base Wing commander. (U.S. Air Force photo/Senior Airman Timothy Taylor)

Hurricane Tip of the Week
June 2, 2010 — Before a hurricane family members should verify evacuation plans and prepare their home for the storm. Make sure to secure outdoor items, board up doors and windows, fully charge cell phone batteries, withdraw cash from an ATM and tune into local radio or television stations. Duty locations will only be available for shelter to personnel who are on... MORE

Air Force EOD defusing the threat of IEDs
June 2, 2010 — "Fire in the hole! Fire in the hole! Fire in the hole!"That's the rally cry for an elite group of Airmen who are working day in and day out to save the lives of their fellow Airmen and those around them, regardless if they are in the area of responsibility or here at home.Who are these Airmen?"Basically we are the military's bomb squad," said... MORE

U.S. Air Force Tech. Sgt. Marion Makins operates a robot at Joint Base Charleston, S.C., May 7, 2010. The robot is one of three that was on display for the Explosive Ordnance Disposal Media Day held at the squadron to help teach people what it is that EOD does. The robot is used to safely approach explosives and is equipped with lights, an extra set of treads to balance the robot when the arm is extended and a hand to grasp and move objects that can apply up to 50 pounds of pressure. Sergeant Makins is an EOD technician with the 628 Civil Engineer Squadron. (U.S. Air Force Photo/Airman1st Class Lauren Main)