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Warrior of the Week: Staff Sgt. Daniel Hauprich
April 27, 2010 — Staff Sgt. Daniel Hauprich is a member of the 437th Logistics Readiness Squadron and has been stationed at Joint Base Charleston for three years.He is currently deployed to the Middle East, where he is assigned to the 532nd Expeditionary Operations Support Squadron.In his deployed unit, Sergeant Hauprich is the assistant noncommissioned officer in... MORE

Staff Sgt. Daniel Hauprich, 532nd Expeditionary Operations Support Squadron assistant noncommissioned officer in charge of material handling maintenance (Courtesy photo)

AMC officials stress importance of cyber security
April 27, 2010 — This month, as the Air Force opens its network to Internet-based capabilities, including social networking services, Air Mobility Command leaders say it's important Airmen always keep operations security, network protection, and professionalism at the forefront.On March 30, the Air Force opened the network to Internet-based social networking sites... MORE

Charleston exceeds Red Cross expectations
April 26, 2010 — MORE

Staff Sgt. Joshua Cox prepares to donate blood at the American Red Cross Blood Drive held at the Fitness and Sports Center on Joint Base Charleston, S.C., April 21, 2010. This is the third blood drive the Red Cross has held at Joint Base Charleston this year. The Red Cross estimated to have more than 100 donators by the end of the day. Sergeant Cox is a military training leader with the 373rd Training Squadron. (U.S. Air Force Photo/Airman 1st Class Lauren Main)

Justice Files
April 26, 2010 — The following nine members of Joint Base Charleston received the following non-judicial punishments under Article 15 of the Uniformed Code of Military Justice from September 2009 through February 2010. An airman first class received an Article 15 for drunk and disorderly conduct and destruction of private property. The Airman received a reduction... MORE

Judge Advocate Badge, U.S. Air Force graphic. Image is 7x6 inches @ 300 ppi.

Fire fight by night
April 23, 2010 — This photo story highlights night firefighting training at Joint Base Charleston, S.C. MORE

U.S. Air Force and Navy firefighters use a P-23 fire truck to perform a fire suppression oscillation operation on a simulated aircraft at Joint Base Charleston, S.C., April 21, 2010. The simulation was part of a 24-hour, live-fire training session each base firefighter is required to complete annually. The P-23 has two tanks; one holds 3,300 gallons of water, and the other tank holds 500 gallons of fire-retardant foam. (U.S. Air Force photo/James M. Bowman/released)

Spring housing information
April 22, 2010 — While supplies last, spring flowers, mulch, grass seed and weed block will be available for pickup by base housing residents at the Self Help Store. Military identification card and a base housing address are required. The Self Help Store is open Mondays through Fridays from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. The store is located in Building 627. For more... MORE

It pays to be ‘green’ at Joint Base Charleston
April 22, 2010 — The Joint Base Charleston Base Exchange is rewarding military shoppers who are doing their part for the environment through its new "Use a Bag, Save the Planet" initiative. Instead of using traditional plastic bags, retail facilities on base are encouraging shoppers to bring their own reusable bags. Beyond helping the environment, shoppers that... MORE

Airman distributes computers, supplies to front line
April 22, 2010 — MORE

Airman 1st Class Cassandra LaVoie fills out a temporary issue receipt for a computer at the Automatic Data Processing Equipment warehouse April 20, 2010, on Joint Base Charleston, S.C. The ADPE office is responsible for distributing new or refurbished computers and collecting out of date computers for all the Air Force Personnel. Airman LaVoie is an Information Technology Asset Manager for the 628th Communications Squadron. (U.S. Air Force photo/Senior Airman Timothy Taylor)

First 6 volunteer opportunities
April 21, 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

News briefs
April 21, 2010 — News Briefs Highlight: An installation commander's call will be held Friday, April 30, at 8 a.m. and 1 p.m. in the Base Theater, featuring Comedian Bernie McGrenahan performing his "Happy Hour" comedy show. This tour has military members rolling in the aisles with laughter. To find out more information, go to www.happyhourcomedy.com. Note:... MORE

Mandatory Installation Commanders Call: April 30 at 8 a.m. and 1 p.m. at Base Theater. The event is mandatory for military and highly encourage for civilian personnel. Comedian Bernie McGrenahan will be performing his "Happy Hour" comedy show. This tour has military members rolling in the aisles with laughter. Now, Bernie is doing even more. He is also changing the way military members look at partying, by sharing his amazing life story. A former ?A? student/athlete and high-risk drinker, who lost it all, beat the odds, and climbed his way back to the top. Bernie shares all his ?inside tips? to when a party, stops being a party. A stand-up comedy show first, followed by a powerful and inspirational message on how to achieve all your goals in life.