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Warrior of the Week: Capt. John Ramsey
October 7, 2009 — Capt. John Ramsey is a member of the 17th Airlift Squadron and has been stationed at Charleston AFB for 5 months. He is currently deployed to the Middle East, and is assigned to the 816th Expeditionary Airlift Squadron. In his deployed unit, Captain Ramsey is a mission planning cell chief and airdrop director. He coordinates C-17 combat airdrop... MORE

Warrior of the Week: Capt. John Ramsey, 17th Airlift Squadron. Courtesy Photo

AADD offers 24/7 assistance
October 7, 2009 — Briefing after briefing, time and time again, constantly the same thing is heard, don't drink and drive. Yet, somehow it happens. Because people get behind the wheel of the vehicle with the belief it won't happen to them. Charleston has had 11 driving under the influence's this year alone. What can Team Charleston do to prevent this from happening?... MORE

‘Flyin Brian’ wins seven-way tie breaker to claim week 4
October 7, 2009 — "Flyin" Brian Sommerfeldt used the Monday Night Football tie breaker to claim week four in one of the closest Swami Cup week's ever. Brian's impressive 12-2 mark was matched by the amazing, all knowing pigskin prognosticator affectionately known as the one and only Swami, Ron "Pats Fan" Desautels, Amanda "Port Dawg" King and Beth "Rainbow" Trout... MORE

News briefs
October 6, 2009 — 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. Spotlight Retirement: The 437th Aeromedical Dental Squadron will host a retirement ceremony for Capt. Luis Morales Oct. 9 at 3 p.m. in the... MORE

Team spirit takes all at Commander's Fitness Challenge
October 6, 2009 — MORE

Members of the 437th Security Forces Squadron take the lead at the start of the Commander's Fitness Challenge 5K run on Hill Boulevard here Oct. 2. The fitness challenge was hosted by the 437th Operations Group. (U.S. Air Force photo/Staff Sgt. Daniel Bowles)

Flu season begins
October 6, 2009 — MORE

Airman 1st Class Reco Webb prepares to give Airman 1st Class Anthonyo Kinch-Rice the nasal flu mist vaccination at the base theater here Oct. 2. Flu season typically runs from October to June and all active-duty Airmen are required to receive a flu vaccination annually. Airman Webb is a medical technician with the 437th Medical Group and Airman Kinch-Rice is an entry controller with the 437th Security Forces Squadron. (U.S. Air Force photo/Staff Sgt. Daniel Bowles)

Hurricane tip of the week
October 5, 2009 — Hurricane season will continue through November, with the highest probability of a major hurricane occurring between mid-August and October. Due to a hurricane's capacity for damage, preparation is the key to everyone's safety. Weekly hurricane tips provide need-to-know information for staying ahead of the weather and staying safe. This week's... MORE

Top EPA tips for fuel conservation
October 5, 2009 — As fuel prices continue to rise and fall, it is becoming more important to focus on conserving fuel. Fuel costs have become a large factor in budgetary planning. This is true for private vehicle owners as well as the government owned vehicles used by Charleston AFB personnel. During the second week of October, as part of Energy Awareness month, the... MORE

Twenty in 10: Plug in to hybrids and alternative fuels

Domestic Abuse Awareness Month
October 5, 2009 — Domestic abuse is an important issue which affects our families, the base community and the Air Force. In an effort to prevent crimes and help victims, October has been named Domestic Abuse Awareness Month. According to the Family Violence Prevention fund: · Nearly one in four women in the U.S. report being a victim of domestic violence at some... MORE

Scott AFB to host AMC Icon's final competition
October 5, 2009 — Air Mobility Command will host the AMC Icon finals Oct. 22 at Scott AFB, featuring a special performance by AMC's own Air Force Band of Mid America. As an added feature, the command finals will be broadcast to Charleston AFB and a viewing will be hosted at the Charleston Club starting at 7:30 p.m. All AMC installations will receive a DVD of the... MORE