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628 SFS executes Operation Sober Roads 2
January 13, 2010 — The 628th Security Forces Squadron conducted a concentrated effort against the unlawful use of alcohol here Jan. 9 and 10, dubbed Operation Sober Roads 2.Preceding the recent event, an initial Operation Sober Roads undertaking was conducted in September.The order to conduct Operation Sober Roads 2 was commander directed, with the objective of... MORE

Patrolmen with the 628th Security Forces Squadron conduct a mandatory sobriety checkpoint screening at the Dorchester Road main gate in the early morning Jan. 10. The checkpoint was conducted as part of the commander directed Operation Sober Roads 2. (U.S. Air Force photo/Senior Airman Katie Gieratz)

Joint Team Charleston takes on cargo operations at CAFB
January 13, 2010 — MORE

Marine Cpl. Matt Netzel assists Marine Lance Cpl. Justin Wilken in tying down a mine-resistant, ambush-protected all-terrain vehicle to a support pallet here Jan. 5. The two Marines are part of a team who operates out of Charleston AFB to assist in preparing M-ATVs for shipment. Corporals Netzel and Wilken are landing support specialists with the 4th Landing Support Battalion. (U.S. Air Force photo/Senior Airman Katie Gieratz)(RELEASED)

Honor Guard Spotlight: Senior Airman David Verde
January 11, 2010 — Name: Senior Airman David VerdeHometown: Buena Vista, Va.Unit and job title: 437th Aerial Port Squadron passenger service agentTime in the Air Force: five yearsTime in the honor guard: I'm currently on my first rotation and have been a member for two months.What inspired you to join the honor guard? I've always been passionate about military... MORE

17 AS returns home to a new year
January 11, 2010 — The North American Airlines flight carrying more than 100 Airmen from the 17th Airlift Squadron touched down at Charleston AFB in the early afternoon Jan. 3. The 17 AS returned from a 120-day deployment in the Middle East to a crowd filled with family and friends, who were all bundled up in their winter gear battling the cold temperatures to... MORE

Jill Masters and Tristah Bowyer try to spot their husbands as they come off of the plane on the flightline here Jan. 3. The 17th Airlift Squadron returned home from their 120-day deployment in the Middle East where they supported Operations Iraqi and Enduring Freedom as well as the Horn of Africa. Mrs. Masters is the wife of Capt. Nick Masters and Mrs. Bowyer is the wife of Capt Brad Bowyer, who are both pilots with the 17 AS(U.S. Air Force photo/Trisha Gallaway)

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