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JB CHS School Age Program receives accreditation
March 16, 2010 — The Council on Accreditation recently awarded accreditation to the Youth Programs' School Age Program here, which provides children regular access to clubs to support life skills and higher level activities.With more than 1,800 programs serving more than seven million individuals each year currently accredited or in the process of seeking... MORE

Syrin Whitcomb, left, and Kanisha Porter, right, spend time drawing during the School Age Program at the Youth Programs Center March 12. The program recently received accreditation through the Council on Accreditation, an international organization which serves as a catalyst for change to build on an organization?s strengths. Syrin is the daughter of Senior Airman Michael Whitcomb and Kanisha is the daughter of Bobbie Williams. (U.S. Air Force photo/Senior Airman Timothy Taylor)

Honor Guard Spotlight: Senior Airman Matthew Roberts
March 16, 2010 — Name: Senior Airman Matthew RobertsHometown: Monticello, N.Y.Squadron and job title: 437th Maintenance Squadron aircraft structural maintainerTime in the Air Force: three yearsTime in Honor Guard: one yearWhat inspired you to join the Honor Guard? I saw an opportunity to do something more in the Air Force than just my normal job. I was drawn to the... MORE

Senior Airman Matthew Roberts, 437th Maintenance Squadron aircraft structural maintainer

Military members highlight community's contributions at chamber of commerce
March 15, 2010 — MORE

Cheryl Clark and Master Sgt. Timothy Smith converse prior to lunch at the Military/Defense Community benefit hosted by the Charleston Metro Chamber of Commerce March 11. The benefit aimed to raise money to support and enable the chamber to work with local military organizations, as well as state and federal officials to ensure defense facilities remain in the area. The chamber has been awarded the prestigious Abilene Chamber of Commerce Air Mobility Award for its outstanding support of the military three times since 2003 and is the only community to receive the award three times. Sergeant Smith is the 437th Logistics Readiness Squadron first sergeant, and Mrs. Clark is the honorary commander assigned to the 437th Airlift Wing commander. (U.S. Air Force photo/Airman 1st Class Lauren Main)

News briefs
March 11, 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:FridayLatin night: The Charleston Club is hosting a Latin Night March 12 at 9 p.m. Don't know how to dance the Salsa, Cha Cha Cha,... MORE

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

The right and wrong way to dispose of personal refuse
March 10, 2010 — The NCO in charge of service contracts for the 628th Civil Engineer Squadron has noticed a trend at various locations on Joint Base Charleston recently.Master Sgt. Jon Hammond, who began duties with service contracts in June 2009, said his observations in recent months have revealed several isolated incidents of dumping around the base - an... MORE

An improperly disposed of microwave, treadmill and refrigerator were dumped at the paint storage yard across from the Auto Hobby Shop. Dumping on base is strictly prohibited by the installation commander. (Courtesy photo)

Joint Base Charleston recognized for recycling efforts
March 10, 2010 — The South Carolina Department of Health and Environmental Control recognized their "Recycling Professionals of the Year" March 2 during a luncheon at the Medallion Center in Columbia, S.C. Charleston AFB was awarded the 2009 Outstanding Federal Waste Reduction/Recycling Award, which is given to the outstanding federal agency or facility waste... MORE

JB CHS widens policy for retiree dining at DFAC
March 10, 2010 — Due to a recent policy change effective March 8, all military retirees and their immediate family members are authorized use of the Gaylor Dining Facility at Joint Base Charleston during all meals.The new policy change was enacted by 628th Air Base Wing Commander Col. Martha Meeker, who has made increased meal support for the retired JB CHS... MORE

628 SFS takes on 437 OSS for a win
March 10, 2010 — MORE

Geoffrey Smart and Humberto Camara both jump for the tip off at the beginning of an intramural basketball game held at the Fitness and Sports Center here March 9. The 628th Security Forces Squadron won the game against the 437th Operations Support Squadron 41-36. Smart is with the 628 SFS and Camara is with the 437 OSS. (U.S. Air Force photo/Senior Airman Katie Gieratz)

Base housing update
March 9, 2010 — Spring is just around the corner. The days are getting longer, warmer and before long the grass will be turning green. It's time to tune up the lawn mower and oil those pruning shears. The weeds need to be mowed, shrubbery requires pruning and flower beds need to be cleaned to make room for the beautiful flowers spring and summer will bring. The... MORE

JB CHS congratulates newest senior master sergeant selects
March 9, 2010 — Fourteen Charleston Airmen were selected for promotion to the rank of senior master sergeant March 4.Air Force officials selected 1,269 out of 13,741 eligible master sergeants for promotion to senior master sergeant for a selection rate of 9.24 percent.The average score for those selected was 665.85, with an average time in grade of 4.38 years and... MORE