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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)

Systems check
January 5, 2010 — MORE

U.S. Air Force Senior Airman Travis Cox runs a preflight check Jan. 1 in the forward loadmaster seat of a deployed C-17. The C-17 is capable of rapid strategic delivery of troops and all types of cargo to main operating bases or directly to forward bases in deployed combat areas. Airman Cox is a loadmaster deployed from Charleston Air Force Base, S.C., and is assigned to the 816th Expeditionary Airlift Squadron. (U.S. Air Force photo/Senior Airman Kasey Zickmund)

14 AS deploys in support of operations in Middle East
December 30, 2009 — Fourteenth Airlift Squadron Airmen, their families and friends bid each other farewell Dec. 28 as more than 100 14 AS members prepared to board their plane bound for the Middle East.For approximately 120 days, the Airmen, known at Charleston AFB as the Pelicans, will be deployed and operate out of a single base, managing and flying missions... MORE

Airmen from the 14th Airlift Squadron visit with family and friends while awaiting departure for their four month deployment Dec. 28 at the passenger terminal here. The squadron is deploying to the Middle East in support of Operations Iraqi and Enduring Freedom. (U.S. Air Force photo/Airman 1st Class Lauren Main)

A safe holiday season for all
December 28, 2009 — MORE

Charleston AFB Airmen exit the base through the Dorchester Road main gate here for the start of a four-day holiday weekend Dec. 23. The 437th Airlift Wing Safety Office hosted a safety send-off event at the Dorchester Road gate, Rivers Avenue gate and the Gaylor Dining Facility to stress the importance of safe driving habits and responsible alcohol use during holiday festivities. (U.S. Air Force photo/Staff Sgt. Daniel Bowles)