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AMC prepares Year of the Air Force Family initiatives
October 13, 2009 — Air Mobility Command leadership is preparing to kick-off its own initiatives in support of the Year of the Air Force Family, a program introduced by the Air Force. AMC is working to establish its own initiatives and programs exclusive to the needs of its Airmen. AMC plans to conduct research at each of its wings to determine the specific challenges... MORE

U.S. Air Force Tech. Sgt. Augie Nalsen reunites with wife, Christina, and daughter, Cali, at Charleston Air Force Base, S.C., May 3, 2009. More than 140 Airmen from the 16th Airlift Squadron returned from their 120-day deployment to the Middle East supporting Operations Enduring and Iraqi freedom and operations in the Horn of Africa. While deployed, the 16 AS executed 142 airdrops, more than any of its predecessors, which resupplied service members serving in the regions with 3.7 million pounds of supplies. Sergeant Nalsen is a loadmaster for the 16 AS. (U.S. Air Force photo by James M. Bowman)(Released)

Junior enlisted invited to Oktoberfest
October 7, 2009 — Airmen and junior NCOs are once again being thanked by the Team Charleston Top 3 association during this year's Oktoberfest at the dormitory complex Oct. 16 beginning at 11 a.m. The Top 3 will provide food, drinks and entertainment for junior-enlisted members during the annual event. "As we know recognition is important to growth and development,... MORE

Team Charleston participates in VPP
October 7, 2009 — Senior leadership from the 437th and 315th Airlift Wings as well as the American Federation of Government Employees local 1869 signed the Voluntary Protection Program Proclamation here Oct. 2, marking the beginning of a safer and healthier Team Charleston. "The VPP is an Occupational Safety and Health Administration program that recognizes... MORE

Col. John Wood, center, Col. Steven Chapman, right, and Curtis Fludd sign the Voluntary Protection Program proclamation here Oct. 2 to publicly announce their commitment as leaders to VPP tenets. VPP strives to maintain a safe, healthy workplace and combine clear leadership with focused employee participation in every function of the program. Colonel Wood is the 437th Airlift Wing commander, Colonel Chapman is the 315th Airlift Wing commander and Mr. Fludd is the president of the American Federation of Government Employees, Local 1869. (U.S. Air Force photo/James M. Bowman)

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