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Joint basing takes pivotal step with activation of 628 ABW
January 8, 2010 — Eighteenth Air Force officials activated the 628th Air Base Wing during an assumption-of-command ceremony Jan. 8 at Charleston AFB.The activation of the 628th ABW is the latest step toward the stand up of Joint Base Charleston Jan. 31. The joint base stand up in late January will begin the next phase in an ongoing process to merge Charleston AFB... MORE

Lt. Gen. Robert Allardice passes a guidon to Col. Martha Meeker during the 628th Air Base Wing activation and assumption of command ceremony Jan. 8 at Charleston AFB. The activation of the 628th ABW is the first step in fulfilling Congress' 2005 Base Realignment and Closure decision that forms Joint Base Charleston later this month. General Allardice is the 18th Air Force commander and Colonel Meeker is the 628th Air Base Wing commander. (U.S. Air Force photo/Staff Sgt. Marie Brown)

‘Hitman’ Hearn takes 2009 Swami Cup title
January 7, 2010 — John "Hitman" Hearn earned bragging rights by narrowly edging Beth "Rainbow" Trout on the final week of the regular season. Beth was in control the entire season but stumbled slightly, opening the door for the Hitman who reeled off an impressive 13-3 mark propelling him into the lead. I sat down with the Hitman for an exclusive interview and here's... MORE

Forty-five Airmen to receive January promotions
January 7, 2010 — Team Charleston would like to congratulate the following 45 Airmen on their January promotions: To Airman: 437th Aircraft Maintenance Squadron: Jesse Delong and Cody Richman437th Civil Engineer Squadron: Codye Miller437th Maintenance Squadron: Herschell MillerTo Airman 1st Class: 1st Combat Camera Squadron: Sarah Allen437th Aerial Port Squadron:... MORE

Promotion graphic (U.S. Air Force graphic/Capt. Marnee A.C. Losurdo)

CAFB recognizes top performers during Annual Awards Banquet
January 7, 2010 — Team Charleston members gathered together for a formal ceremony to recognize its 2009 top performers at the Charleston Club here Jan. 6.The Annual Awards Banquet drew a crowd from across the base, anxiously awaiting the disclosure of the Annual Award winners for the categories of Airman, NCO, Senior NCO, Volunteer, Category One Civilian, Category... MORE

The 2009 Annual Award winners gather for a photo at the conclusion of the Annual Awards Banquet held at the Charleston Club Jan. 6. A total of 12 awards were given based on individuals' exceptional performance and personal achievements throughout 2009. Three of the award recipients are currently deployed. (U.S. Air Force photo/Airman 1st Class Lauren Main)

SFS hosts training for honorary commanders
January 6, 2010 — MORE

Honorary commanders inspect their weapons before donning interceptor body armor and helmets during the honorary commanders induction here Jan. 5. The induction included training hosted by the 437th Security Forces Squadron Expeditionary Combat Skills Training flight as part of a program to provide a unique opportunity for members of the Charleston area to shadow squadron and group commanders at Charleston AFB. (U.S. Air Force photo/Senior Airman Katie Gieratz)(RELEASED)

eFinance: the new way to do business on CAFB
January 5, 2010 — Hate having to wait in line? Get frustrated trying to find a parking spot? Get busy at the office and don't have the time to turn in a voucher? eFinance has got it all covered.The new eFinance system is now here and will be the primary source for filings all claims. Effective Jan. 1, Charleston AFB implemented eFinance, which offers a secure,... MORE

Area Defense Counsel: an advocate in times of need
January 5, 2010 — The posters read, "The Area Defense Counsel's office works for you, not the command." But who are they and what do they do?As some may have guessed, the Area Defense Counsel is comprised of are active-duty attorneys and paralegals. Unlike the legal professionals at the legal office, ADC Airmen don't work for the base commander. The ADC was... MORE

The Area Defense Counsel was established in 1976 to provide defense services independent from the base legal office and commander. They represent active-duty members in action under the Uniform Code of Military Justice at courts-martial and non-judicial punishment actions.

News briefs
January 5, 2010 — To submit a news brief, send an e-mail to 437aw.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.SpotlightAssumption of command ceremony: An assumption of command ceremony is scheduled to be held here Jan. 8 at 10 a.m. for the standup of the... MORE

Warrior of the Week: Senior Airman Donald Speller
January 5, 2010 — Senior Airman Donald Speller is a member of the 437th Logistics Readiness Squadron and has been stationed at Charleston AFB for more than two years.He is currently deployed to the Middle East where he is assigned to the 379th Expeditionary Logistics Readiness Squadron.In his deployed unit, Airman Speller's primary duty is to manage, inventory and... MORE

A little 'Fusion' makes fitness fun
January 5, 2010 — MORE

Robyn Sarcomo instructs Core Fusion class members on the correct way to perform an exercise at the Fitness and Sports Center here Jan. 4. The Core Fusion class focuses on torso stability and strength combined with challenging balance, endurance and flexibility moves utilizing traditional Pilates mat work, stability balls, dumbbells, weighted bar, bands and the individual students' own body weight. Mrs. Sarcomo is a certified personal trainer and the wife of Maj. Gino Sarcomo, 437th Communications Squadron commander. (U.S. Air Force photo/Senior Airman Katie Gieratz)(RELEASED)