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Thumb drives, flash media still prohibited on Air Force network
March 1, 2010 — The ban on flash media use in the Air Force is still in place, although U.S. Strategic Command officials at Offutt Air Force Base, Neb., issued an order Feb. 12 allowing limited use of removable flash media devices under very specific circumstances and "according to service guidelines." Consistent with this order, Air Force officials here decided... MORE

The ban on flash media use in the Air Force is still in place. Consistent with this order, Air Force officials decided to continue its servicewide ban on flash media devices until Air Force specific guidelines and procedures are determined. (U.S. Air Force graphic)

Joint Base Charleston members inspire elementary students during career day
February 25, 2010 — Photo slideshow of volunteers from Joint Base Charleston speaking to students at Stono Park Elementary on what it is like to be in the Air Force and how important it is for the kids to stay in school. MORE

Staff Sgts. Patricia Jones, left, and Laci Brokaw answer questions from kindergarten students at Stono Park Elementary regarding their Air Force jobs during the school's career day Feb. 24, 2010, in Charleston, S.C. Volunteers from Joint Base Charleston went out to speak to the students on what it is like to be in the Air Force and how important it is for the kids to stay in school. Sergeant Jones is the 437th Airlift Wing command chief's executive assistant and Sergeant Brokaw is the 628th Air Base Wing command chief's executive assistant. (U.S. Air Force photo/Staff Sgt. Marie Brown)

Active shooter training
February 25, 2010 — This photo slideshow highlights the Active Shooter Trainer course which prepares first responders on how to react to a hostile situation. MORE

Nick Minzghor performs a safety search on Michael Brady prior to starting the Active Shooter Training Course at Mt. Pleasant, S.C., Feb. 23, 2010. The AST course prepares first responders on how to react to a hostile situation. Mr. Minzghor is the lead instructor of AST and Mr. Brady is the supervisory police officer with the 628th Security Forces Squadron at Joint base Charleston. (U.S. Air Force photo by James M. Bowman/released)

628 FSS seeks dining improvements, increased retiree support
February 24, 2010 — According to a recent report from Randolph AFB, Texas, Airmen at six bases in the Air Force may soon see greater quality and variety in their dining venues and food and beverage options.The Air Force Services Agency's Food Transformation Initiative is gearing up to bring a new way of dining on Air Force bases around the U.S., beginning with six... MORE

First Lt. Julie Teffeteller talks with Vincent Sturdivant while testing a parfait desert alternative during the Second Annual Force Support Squadron Food Show at the Charleston Club here Feb. 18. The purpose of the event was to see what tastes Team Charleston enjoyed most, providing base dining services with feedback on how to increase menu variety. Lieutenant Teffeteller is the 628th Force Support Squadron food service officer, and Mr. Sturdivant is a military sales broker with World Marketing. (U.S. Air Force photo/Staff Sgt. Daniel Bowles)

Mandatory eFinance system to take effect March 1
February 24, 2010 — Effective March 1, the 628th Comptroller Squadron is slated to implement mandatory filing of non-Defense Travel System travel pay documents though the new eFinance system.Jan. 1 the 628th CPTS began offering eFinance, and the mandatory implementation set for March 1 will assist in spreading eFinance's efficiency to the entire base by providing a... MORE

Local retirees join to form new AMRA chapter in S.C.
February 24, 2010 — The American Military Retirees Association held its first meeting at the Charleston Club here to gain support for establishing a new South Carolina chapter Feb. 20.The focus of the meeting was to provide information to attendees on the mission of the AMRA, its history and impact. Attendees were offered an opportunity to sign as members in support... MORE

The American Military Retirees Association banner was posted at a meeting held in the Charleston Club here Feb. 20. The meeting was set to provide information about the AMRA's objectives and intent to start a new South Carolina chapter. The next meeting is scheduled for March 6. (U.S. Air Force photo/Staff Sgt. Daniel Bowles)

Top AMC leaders visit Charleston en route to Haiti
February 24, 2010 — Joint Base Charleston was honored with a visit from Air Mobility Command's top leaders, AMC Commander Gen. Raymond Johns and the AMC Command Chief, Chief Master Sgt. David Spector, during their recent mission to Haiti.Their stay in Charleston was brief but busy, with Chief Spector arriving Feb. 16, General Johns Feb. 17 and both departing by Feb... MORE

New JBC spouse club to host scholarship auction March 13
February 24, 2010 — The Team Charleston Spouses' Club recently announced their official status as a non-profit organization here. The club is comprised of the previous Officers' Spouses' Club and Enlisted Spouses' Club. Membership is open to spouses of active-duty and retired service members, spouses of deceased or missing service members and any active-duty, retired... MORE

Warrior of the Week: Senior Airman Andy Nail
February 23, 2010 — Senior Airman Andy Nail is a member of the 437th Maintenance Squadron and is currently on his first deployment since arriving at Joint Base Charleston just over two years ago.His temporary duty location is in the Middle East where he is assigned to the 379th Expeditionary Maintenance Squadron.In his deployed unit, Airman Nail serves as an aircraft... MORE

Senior Airman Andy Nail, 437th Maintenance Squadron

Navy League Charleston chapter holds Sailor of the Year luncheon
February 23, 2010 — The Navy League Charleston chapter held a Sailor of the Year luncheon at the Redbank Club on board Naval Weapons Station Charleston to honor the Sailors of the Year within the installation Feb. 19. MORE

The Navy League Charleston chapter held a Sailor of the Year luncheon at the Redbank Club on board Naval Weapons Station Charleston to honor the Sailors of the Year within the installation Feb. 19.
For their outstanding achievements, Master-at-Arms 1st Class (SW) Jacob Moore, Naval Weapons Station Charleston, Machinist's Mate 1st Class (SS) David Medert, Naval Nuclear Power Training Command and Machinist's Mate 1st Class (SS) Thomas Coulter, Nuclear Power Training Unit (not pictured) received commemorative plaques and gifts.
From left to right, Master-at-Arms 1st Class (SW) Jacob Moore, Naval Weapons Station Charleston; Robert E. Besal, Rear Admiral, U.S. Navy (ret.), president of the Navy League Charleston chapter, Rear Admiral Townsend Alexander, commander, Navy Region Southeast (CNRSE), Colonel Martha Meeker, 628th Air Base Wing commander, Joint Base Charleston, Machinist's Mate 1st Class (SS) David Medert, Naval Nuclear Power Training Command and Commander Gary D. Martin, commanding officer, Naval Weapons Station Charleston, attended the event. (U.S. Navy photo/Mass Communicator 3rd Class Juan Pinalez)