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Warrior of the Week: Staff Sgt. Joshua Johnson-Pengra
February 18, 2009 — Staff Sgt. Joshua Johnson-Pengra is a member of the 437th Maintenance Squadron and has been stationed at Charleston AFB for about six years. He is currently deployed to Southwest Asia with the 8th Expeditionary Air Maintenance Squadron. Sergeant Johnson-Pengra's responsibilities include C-17 repairs and aircraft crash recovery. A few weeks ago, he... MORE

Organizations serving those who serve country
February 18, 2009 — Editor's note: This is the third and final story in a three-part series about Air Force organizations that advocate for Airmen, retirees and their families. Veterans are categorized a bit differently than retirees, active-duty Airmen or even Reservists, but they can still come together in similar ways to join the sides of fellow service members... MORE

437 AW Airmen authorized wear of Air Force Outstanding Unit Award
February 18, 2009 — 437th Airlift Wing Airmen stationed at Charleston AFB between July 1, 2007, and June 30, 2008, are now authorized to wear the Air Force Outstanding Unit Award. "This award recognizes the tremendous efforts put forth by our Airmen as we fight the global war on terrorism," said Col. Red Millander, 437 AW commander. During the timeframe for the award,... MORE

Non-residents can say no to vehicle sales tax
February 17, 2009 — Thinking about buying a car while stationed in South Carolina? If so, there are a few things Airmen should know. Pursuant to South Carolina Code of Laws, Section 12-36-2120 (25), if Airmen are not a resident of South Carolina and are stationed on orders in the state, they are exempt from paying sales tax on all purchases of motor vehicles, except... MORE

Brush-up on teeth care during children’s dental health month
February 17, 2009 — It is February, and that means it is National Children's Dental Health Month. Good habits develop early in life, and teaching children to care for their teeth is essential to ensure a lifetime of healthy smiles. "A child's primary teeth, sometimes called 'baby teeth,' are as important as permanent adult teeth," said Capt. (Dr.) Courtney Schapira,... MORE

37 new leaders graduate form ALS
February 17, 2009 — Thirty-seven Airmen graduated from Airman Leadership School Class 09-B during a ceremony Feb. 12 at the Charleston Club. Senior Airman Brian Parmerter, 437th Aircraft Maintenance Squadron,was presented the John L. Levitow Award at the graduation ceremony as the top-performing student during the course. The distinguished graduates were Senior Airman... MORE

5k gives Airmen base run-around
February 12, 2009 — MORE

Team Charleston Airmen start the 5,000-meter run Commander's Fitness Challenge on Charleston AFB Feb. 6. More than 400 Airmen from various squadrons came out to participate in the monthly challenge. (U.S. Air Force photo/Senior Airman Timothy Taylor)

Team Charleston honors Airmen of excellence
February 11, 2009 — MORE

Senior Airman Alton Lee, 437th Maintenance Squadron, Airman of the Year

Air Force Heritage of America Band
February 11, 2009 — MORE

Airmen of the United States Air Force Heritage of America Band perform the song Belle of the Ball by Leroy Anderson at the Charleston Coliseum Feb. 6. The Heritage of America Band is comprised of 47 professional active-duty musicians who perform for more than 1 million people each year in venues from formal, informal and even Major League Baseball and NASCAR. (U.S. Air Force photo/Senior Airman Timothy Taylor)

Warrior of the Week: Capt. Cindy Morgan
February 11, 2009 — Capt. Cindy Morgan is a member of the 437th Airlift Wing Protocol Office and has been stationed at Charleston AFB for five years. She recently returned from a 365-day deployment to Camp Blackhorse, Afghanistan, and worked as the executive officer for Afghan Regional Security Integration Command-Central. The command's mission is to mentor the... MORE