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The Swami asks Team Charleston, "Are you kidding me?"
September 23, 2009 — The great one has been reviewing some of the entry sheets that are arriving by the thousands, and have never laughed this hard in my entire life. These feeble attempts to beat me have me contemplating changing the name from the Swami Cup, to the Last Comic Standing. The Dallas Cowgirl faithful are already talking tons of smack, which is sure to end... MORE

Intramural volleyball season heats up
September 23, 2009 — MORE

Kelby Hagerla prepares to spike a volleyball during the 437th Operations Group Flyers and 437th Maintenance Squadron volleyball game at the Fitness and Sports Center here Sept. 22. The volleyball season kicked off on Aug. 25 and will end Oct. 13. Hagerla is a pilot with the 16th Airlift Squadron. (U.S. Air Force photo/James Bowman)

Hurricane tip of the week
September 23, 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

Save a Life Tour at CAFB
September 23, 2009 — MORE

Airman 1st Class Kenneth Hales tests his driving abilities on a drunk driving simulator at the base theater here during the Save a Life Tour Sept. 22. The Save a Life Tour brings a shocking approach to alcohol awareness with a tragic video, personal stories of the loss of loved ones by peers and a sobering drunk driving simulation experience. Airman Hales is a fitness specialist with the 437th Force Support Squadron. (U.S. Air Force photo/Senior Airman Katie Gieratz)

POW/MIA Day of Remembrance
September 22, 2009 — MORE

Col. Joseph Mancy kicks off the Charleston AFB 24-hour vigil run held in honor of prisoners of war and those listed as missing in action, leading participants with the POW/MIA flag at the commissary here Sept. 18. The run symbolized prisoners? of war nonstop resistance to enemy interrogation, harsh conditions endured during captivity and America?s promise to never stop searching for all Americans still missing in action. Colonel Mancy is the 437th Operations Group commander. (U.S. Air Force photo/Senior Airman Katie Gieratz)

Pearly whites
September 22, 2009 — MORE

Staff Sgt. Travis Nunn performs a dental cleaning on Tech. Sgt. Idia Cotton-Ferrell at the Deily Dental Clinic here Sept. 21. Sergeant Nunn was recently named a performer of the month for his contributions to the clinic's overall team accomplishments, which include the performance of 420 dental cleanings per month on average. Sergeant Nunn is the NCO in charge of dental logistics and Sergeant Cotton-Ferrell is a support flight NCO, both are with the 437th Medical Group. (U.S. Air Force photo/Staff Sgt. Daniel Bowles)

CAFB Airman attends Airman's Hall dedication at Pentagon
September 22, 2009 — MORE

Tech. Sgt. Michael Williams hangs a campaign ribbon on the Air Force flag under the watchful eye of Secretary Michael Donley, Gen. Norton Schwartz and Chief Master Sgt. James Roy during the Airman?s Hall dedication ceremony Sept. 17 at the Pentagon. The Airman?s Hall, located on the fourth floor of the Pentagon, features a multimedia presentation of Air Force leaders, Air Force Medal of Honor recipients and the Outstanding Airmen Display. Sergeant Williams is recovering from injuries sustained during his duty in Afghanistan and is a member of the 437th Civil Engineer Squadron here. Secretary Donley is the Secretary of the Air Force, General Schwartz is the Air Force Chief of Staff and Chief Roy is the Chief Master Sergeant of the Air Force. (U.S. Air Force photo/Andy Morataya)

News briefs
September 22, 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

12 Airmen graduate NCO Academy
September 21, 2009 — Twelve Charleston Airmen recently graduated from the NCO Academy located at Tyndall AFB, Fla. Tech. Sgt. Michelle Orris from the 437th Aircraft Maintenance Squadron was recognized as a distinguished graduate. Graduates of the six-week course included the following technical sergeants: 373rd Training Squadron, Detachment 5: Gregory Austin, Fred... MORE

63 Airmen to receive Oct. promotions
September 21, 2009 — Team Charleston would like to congratulate the following 63 Airmen on their upcoming October promotions: To Airman: 437th Aircraft Maintenance Squadron: Jordan Schultz 437th Operations Group: Justin Lyles 437the Security Forces Squadron: Joshua Cook To Airman 1st Class: 14th Airlift Squadron: Kevin Banas 437th Aerial Port Squadron: Rodrigo... MORE