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437 LRS bolsters squadron safety with VPP
September 9, 2009 — The 437th Logistics Readiness Squadron here took a new stride in keeping safety a top priority Sept. 3. Lt. Col. Stevan Kaighen, 437 LRS commander, announced the squadron-level implementation of the Voluntary Protection Program, an occupational safety initiative, during his squadron commander's call before the start of the Labor Day weekend. The... MORE

AF Ball to link heritage with future successes
September 9, 2009 — "Proud Heritage ... Soaring into the Future" is the theme for the 2009 Air Force Ball scheduled to be held Oct. 3 at the Charleston Area Convention Center. In this venue, Team Charleston plans to present an appreciative look back at its grand beginnings while bridging that history with a celebration of its current and future successes. The planning... MORE

Road Ready
September 9, 2009 — MORE

Airman Daniel Clarke performs a turn during the Sport Bike Course on Charleston AFB's flightline Sept. 2. The motorcycle course teaches riders how to safely negotiate turns, brake, accelerate, throttle control, body position and lean angles. Airman Clarke is an aircrew flight equipment journeyman with the 437th Operations Support Squadron. (U.S. Air Force photo/Senior Airman Katie Gieratz) (RELEASED)

Hurricane tip of the week
September 8, 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

Charleston AMC Icon competition
September 2, 2009 — MORE

Sabrina Begay won first place in the Charleston Air Mobility Command Icon talent contest by singing "I Will Survive" Aug. 28. The AMC Icon competition is based loosely on the "American Idol" television show, and each act was reviewed by a team of judges on several categories, including technical excellence and showmanship. Sabrina Begay is the wife of Staff Sgt. Marc Begay who is with the 437th Aircraft Maintenance Squadron. (U.S. Air Force photo/James M. Bowman)

17 AS deploys in support of OEF, OIF
September 2, 2009 — More than 110 Airmen from the 17th Airlift Squadron here deployed to the Middle East in support of Operation Enduring Freedom and Operation Iraqi Aug. 29. While deployed, the 17 AS will operate out of a single base for approximately 120 days where they will manage and fly missions concentrated in and around Afghanistan. The 17 AS will be deployed... MORE

Senior Airman Shawn Patterson plays with his daughter Alanna at the passenger terminal here while waiting for his flight to the Middlge East Aug. 29. Airman Patterson, along with approximately 110 members of the 17th Airlift Squadron, deployed from Charleston in support of Operation Enduring Freedom. Airman Patterson is a firefighter and deployed from Shaw AFB, S.C. (U.S. Air Force photo/Senior Airman Gieratz)

News briefs
September 2, 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 "Thank you Heroes Night" with the Charleston Battery: The Charleston Battery professional soccer team is sponsoring a "Thank you... MORE

Honor Guard Spotlight: Senior Airman Spencer Keeley
September 2, 2009 — Name: Senior Airman Spencer Keeley Unit and job title: 14th Airlift Squadron loadmaster Time in the Air Force: two years, six months Time in the honor guard: 10 months What inspired you to join the honor guard? Being raised as a military child, I have always had a lot respect for what our country stands for and for those who serve to protect it... MORE

Honor Guard Spotlight: Senior Airman Spencer Keeley (U.S. Air Force photo/Staff Sgt. Daniel Bowles)

It fits
September 2, 2009 — MORE

Senior Airman Richard Babb marshals a U.S. Navy Riverine Command Boat and trailer onto a C-17 at Charleston AFB Aug. 26. The U.S. Navy's Riverine Group 1 is testing the RCB, which gives riverine squadron's the ability to travel in rivers, bays and coastal regions, expanding the capabilities of command and control and the riverine squadron's maritime security reach. Airman Babb is an air transportation journeyman with the 437th Aerial Port Squadron. (U.S. Air Force photo/James M. Bowman(

Military appreciation night with the Charleston RiverDogs
September 2, 2009 — MORE

Col. Don Shaffer joins retired Maj.Gen. James Livingston, a Medal of Honor recipient, for a chat before the start of a Charleston RiverDogs baseball game during military appreciation night Aug. 26 at Joseph P. Riley Jr. Park in Charleston. Colonel Shaffer is the 437th Airlift Wing vice commander and General Livingston is a retired member of the Marine Corps.(U.S. Air Force photo/Senior Airman Katie Gieratz)