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JB CHS hosts annual base picnic
June 16, 2010 — MORE

Children take a break from the sweltering heat in a cool slip and slide at the annual base picnic June 11, 2010 on Joint Base Charleston, S.C. The two-day annual picnic ran from June 11 to June 12 showcasing entertainment and activities from a local band, "The Blue Dogs," to slip and slides and giant inflatable jumpers for the kids. (U.S. Air Force photo/Senior Airman Timothy Taylor)

Responsibility leads to a safer future down the road
June 16, 2010 — During Year of the Air Force Family, an emphasis has been placed on celebrating, communicating and educating each other, not just within our immediate family, but in our military family as well.Keeping each other safe, looking out for one another and making smart decisions has been a strong emphasis during this campaign. It all boils down to being... MORE

Contestants show their shine at base car show
June 16, 2010 — MORE

Isaac Moore and his family admire two Corvettes at the base car show on Joint Base Charleston, S.C., June 12, 2010. The two cars were in one of 10 categories at the car show, which included muscle cars, trucks and classics. More than 90 entries were submitted from car enthusiasts around South Carolina. Isaac Moore is a retired U.S. Air Force captain. (U.S. Air Force Photo/Airman 1st Class Lauren Main)

A successful mission needs a solid foundation
June 16, 2010 — MORE

Senior Airman Samantha Jean cuts a piece of wood which will be used to build a pallet at Joint Base Charleston, S.C., June 16, 2010. The pallet will contain parts and supplies for forklifts that are currently in need of repair. Each pallet takes roughly 15 minutes to complete and once the shipment has been packed on, it must go through a series of inspections and processing systems to ensure the supplies arrive at their destination in a timely manner. Airman Jean is a traffic management apprentice with the 437th Aerial Port Squadron. (U.S. Air Force Photo/Airman 1st Class Lauren Main)

First 6 volunteer opportunities can make the most of your career
June 15, 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 is open to all pay grades from E-1 through E-6.The volunteer opportunities listed below are just a few of many the First 6 supports and are available to... MORE

June 18 - News briefs
June 15, 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:MondayNational Crime Prevention Task Force: Joint Base Charleston will host a Street Smart seminar at 8 a.m. and 2 p.m. at the base... MORE

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

'Spirit of Berlin' makes presence felt at air show
June 14, 2010 — The Air Force showed off its newest, most flexible cargo aircraft during the ILA 2010 Berlin International Aerospace Exhibition and Conferences from June 8 to 13.The C-17 Globemaster III was one of the Air Force's main attractions during the Berlin Air Show, one of the premier events of its type in the world, boasting 1,153 exhibitors from 47... MORE

Visitors line up to see the C-17 Globemaster III "Spirit of Berlin" during the ILA 2010 Berlin International Aerospace Exhibition and Conferences June 9 at the Berlin-Schoenefeld Airport. (U.S. Air Force photo/Staff Sgt. Julius Delos Reyes)

Officials announce plans for third DOS rollback
June 14, 2010 — Air Force officials announced June 8 plans for a third enlisted date of separation rollback with a mandatory DOS of Aug. 31, 2010. This program is part of an overall effort by the Air Force to maintain a quality enlisted force and meet the congressionally mandated end strength.Under the third DOS rollback, Airmen with fewer than 14, or more than 20... MORE

Air Force officials announced June 8 plans for a third enlisted date of separation rollback with a mandatory DOS of Aug. 31, 2010. This program is part of an overall effort by the Air Force to maintain a quality enlisted force and meet the congressionally mandated end strength. (U.S. Air Force graphic/Nick Medrano)

Final respects to a fallen comrade
June 11, 2010 — MORE

The remains of a U.S. Army noncommissioned officer are transported down the main thoroughfare of Joint Base Charleston, S.C., mid-morning June 11, 2010, as the Airmen lining the street salute the fallen comrade. The journey to a final resting place was made from the Middle East by way of Dover Air Force Base, Del., where the remains were meticulously prepared for military burial by the Mortuary Affairs Operations Center. U.S. Army honor guard members from Fort Jackson, S.C., received the remains upon arrival to JB CHS. (U.S. Air Force photo/Staff Sgt. Daniel Bowles)

D-Day invasion remembered by local Veteran
June 9, 2010 — This is the first of a three-part series highlighting Charleston Veterans and their contributions on D-Day which will run through the month of June.Sixty-six years ago, Joint Base Charleston's 437th Airlift Wing began their first combat flight to the beaches of Normandy, France. The 437th Troop Carrier Group, as it was known then, was composed of... MORE

Chief Petty Officer (Ret.) George Drury, pictured right as a Seaman Apprentice in 1945, served as a gunner?s mate aboard Navy Landing Craft, Vehicle, Personnel during the D-Day invasion. Mr. Drury is now 84 years old and is a retired Navy chief storekeeper who volunteers his time at the Naval Weapons Station.