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Combat Ready
March 29, 2010 — MORE

U.S. Air Force Staff Sgt. Jason Whisenhunt inspects a target and gives advice to Airman 1st Class Anthony Logan after firing an M249 machine gun at Joint Base Charleston, S.C., March 26, 2010. Airman Logan shot 600 rounds of ammunition during his weapons familiarization training. Sergeant Whisenhunt is a combat arms instructor, and Airman Logan is a patrolman. Both are with the 628th Security Forces Squadron. (U.S. Air Force photo by James M. Bowman/released)

It's a long way to the top
March 29, 2010 — MORE

U.S. Air Force Airman 1st Class Amos Hommel, left, and Senior Airman Riley Cusson gear up to climb the radio tower on Joint Base Charleston, S.C., March 23, 2010. Airman Cusson climbed to the top of the 110-foot tower while Airman Hommel climbed halfway. Both Airmen climbed to maintain their climbing certification, which requires a quarterly trip up the tower. Airman Hommel and Airman Cusson are both radio frequency transmissions systems specialists with the 628th Communications Squadron. (U.S. Air Force Photo/Airman 1st Class Lauren Main)

Leadership summits offered to Guard and Reserve teens
March 29, 2010 — Teens with a parent in the Air Force Reserve or Air National Guard can sign up to attend a free leadership summit this summer. April 16 is the deadline to apply for the 2010 AFR/ANG Teen Leadership Summits. Participants must be 14 to 18 years old. Applications and instructions are available online at www.georgia4h.org/AFRANGTeenSummit. To attend... MORE

Back cover for February 2010 Citizen Airman.

President Obama pays surprise visit to troops in Afghanistan
March 29, 2010 — President Barack Obama paid a surprise visit to troops in Afghanistan March 28, delivering a message of praise to American servicemembers on behalf of the United States. Speaking at Bagram Airfield to an audience of Soldiers, Sailors, Airmen and Marines, President Obama said support for deployed servicemembers transcends partisan politics. "I know... MORE

President Barack Obama meets U.S. troops at a mess hall March 28, 2010, at Bagram Airfield, Afghanistan. (White House photo/Pete Souza)

Military families gain access to free, online tutoring
March 26, 2010 — Defense Department officials recently launched a free, online tutoring service for servicemembers and their families. The site - www.tutor.com/military - offers round-the-clock professional tutors who can assist with homework, studying, test preparation, resume writing and more.Marine Corps and Army families have had access to the program for more... MORE

Defense Department officials launched a free, online tutoring service for servicemembers and their families.

Pentagon officials change 'Don't Ask, Don't Tell' enforcement
March 26, 2010 — The Defense secretary announced changes to the Pentagon's regulation on homosexuals serving in the military that he said make the Defense Department's enforcement of the so-called "Don't ask, don't tell" law "fairer and more appropriate" March 25 here. Secretary Robert M. Gates announced Feb. 2 he'd ordered a review to understand the implications... MORE

The Defense secretary announced changes to the Pentagon's regulation on homosexuals serving in the military that he said make the Defense Department's enforcement of the so-called "Don't Ask, Don't Tell" law "fairer and more appropriate" March 25, 2010, in Washington, D.C. (U.S. Air Force graphic)

Arrest with the best
March 26, 2010 — MORE

U.S. Air Force Staff Sgt. Albert Sonnenberg operates a rewind clutch to bring the nylon arrest tape back into the barrier maintenance pit at Joint Base Charleston, S.C., March 25, 2010. The tape is designed to help stop aircraft equipped with an arresting hook while landing. Sergeant Sonnenberg is a barrier maintenance technician with the 628th Civil Engineer Squadron. (U.S. Air Force photo by James M. Bowman/released)

Base pavements maintainers a cut above the rest
March 26, 2010 — MORE

U.S. Air Force Staff Sgt. Kyle Hiener cuts defective pavement on the runway so it can be jack hammered and replaced with asphalt at Joint Base Charleston, S.C., March 25, 2010. Base civil engineers perform monthly runway closures to repair discrepancies as well as on an as-need basis. Sergeant Hiener is a pavements and equipment technician with the 628th Civil Engineer Squadron. (U.S. Air Force photo by James M. Bowman/released)

Housing assistance: don’t make a move without it
March 24, 2010 — When making a military move, whether its five miles or 500, a trusted agent can help smooth the way.To sell a home, a realtor might be needed. If moving on orders before a lease is up, legal advice could be necessary, and finding a new home is its own battle in itself. Every house and apartment is different, but no matter the situation, the base... MORE

JB CHS reaches out to community professionals during annual tour
March 24, 2010 — Members of the Air Force and Navy at Joint Base Charleston hosted an annual tour March 18 for the Leadership Charleston 2010 class.Leadership Charleston is a year-long program for professionals offering an intensive and up-close look at various sectors of the community. Participants in Leadership Charleston have the opportunity to explore and... MORE

U.S. Air Force Lt. Col. Robert Neal entertains nearly 50 Leadership Charleston 2010 class members during a base tour at Joint Base Charleston, S.C., March 18, 2010. Leadership Charleston is a year-long program for professionals offering an intensive look at various sectors of the community, which involves interaction with local military agencies. The tour gave the class a review of the base's capabilities and discussed Joint Base Charleston?s importance to the warfighter. Colonel Neal is the 437th Aerial Port Squadron commander. (U.S. Air Force photo/Staff Sgt. Daniel Bowles)