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Air Base News Briefs – Mar. 4
March 2, 2011 — To submit a news brief, send an e-mail to patriot@charleston.af.mil. Make the subject line "NEWS BRIEFS." Submissions must be received no later than close of business the Friday prior to publication.Appointment of Summary Court Officer: It is with deep regret that we announce the untimely demise of Master Sgt. Daniel C. Daiber, 701st Airlift... MORE

Joint Base Charleston inducts Honorary Commanders
February 23, 2011 — More than 30 area business people and community leaders became Honorary Commanders of various Air Force and Navy organizations at Joint Base Charleston, Feb. 22.Honorary Commanders serve a one-year term and are charged with learning about the U.S. military and the unit to which they are assigned, participating in their military unit's social and... MORE

The lights go dark for honorary commanders during night vision goggle training onboard a C-17 Globemaster III Feb. 22, 2011 on Joint Base Charleston, S.C. Honorary commanders were given the opportunity to dine in on the C-17 and ask the crew questions about the aircraft and their missions. (U.S. Air Force photo/Senior Airman Timothy Taylor)

Air Base News Briefs – Feb. 25
February 23, 2011 — To submit a news brief, send an e-mail to patriot@charleston.af.mil. Make the subject line "NEWS BRIEFS." Submissions must be received no later than close of business the Friday prior to publication.Anyone having knowledge of claim for or against the deceased estate of Staff Sgt. Tony L. Wilkins, 628 Civil Engineer Squadron, may contact Summary... MORE

DoD takes steps to combat childhood obesity
February 16, 2011 — The Defense Department has joined forces with the nation to combat a childhood obesity epidemic that not only is a matter of health or nutrition, but also is a national security issue, a Pentagon official said. "When the nation as a whole lacks in this issue, it's pervasive," Barbara Thompson, co-chair of DoD's working group to combat obesity, told... MORE

Air Base News Briefs – Feb.18
February 16, 2011 — To submit a news brief, send an e-mail to patriot@charleston.af.mil. Make the subject line "NEWS BRIEFS." Submissions must be received no later than close of business the Friday prior to publication.Anyone having knowledge of claim for or against the deceased estate of Staff Sgt. Tony L. Wilkins, 628th Civil Engineer Squadron, may contact Summary... MORE

LCLV parachutes flyover JB CHS
February 8, 2011 — Team members of Joint Base Charleston delivered 40 pallets containing Low-Cost, Low-Velocity parachutes to Kandahar, Afghanistan for the first time Jan. 29.The LCLV parachutes, used with a Low-Cost Container are a one-time use, expendable parachute system that are a part of the Low Cost Aerial Delivery Systems program created by the Army. The... MORE

Multiple Low Velocity Low Cost Aerial Delivery System bundles begin to descend to a preset drop zone at a remote forward operating base in Afghanistan July 16, 2010. The supplies delivered will replenish ground forces with water, food and other items needed to help sustain their living conditions. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Chad Chisholm/Released)

Get to know a civilian
February 8, 2011 — Our "Get to know" articles are designed to offer readers the opportunity to get to know a little more about the Airmen, Sailors and civilians who make Joint Base Charleston a great place to live and work. Name: William ScheerJob: 628th Security Forces SquadronAge: 46Married? "I've been married for 23 years but we have been together for 27... MORE

William Scheer, 628th Security Forces Squadron

TCSC to hold second annual scholarship auction
February 8, 2011 — Team Charleston Spouses Club will host their second annual scholarship auction, March 18, at the Charleston Club. The auction is the prime fundraiser for the scholarship program which provides financial assistance to spouses and high school students seeking higher education. This year's auction theme is "It's 5 o'clock Somewhere." Attendees are... MORE

Military spouses residency relief act and taxes
February 8, 2011 — With tax season in full swing, it is important to remember where you came from. The Military Spouses Residency Relief Act, signed into law Nov. 11, 2009, made significant changes in how dual-income couples with one spouse in the military must file their returns with regards to state income taxes.The Act changed the basic rules of taxation with... MORE

Air Base News Briefs - Feb.11
February 8, 2011 — To submit a news brief, send an e-mail to patriot@charleston.af.mil. Make the subject line "NEWS BRIEFS." Submissions must be received no later than close of business the Friday prior to publication.Events:FridayJoint Base Charleston-Air Base Valentine Banquet: Join us Feb. 11, at 6 p.m. at the Charleston Club for Valentine's Day. Registration fee... MORE