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32 Airmen graduate from ALS in December
December 17, 2008 — Thirty-two Airmen graduated from Airman Leadership School Class 09-A during a ceremony Dec. 9 at the Charleston Club. Senior Airman Cory Boatwright, 1st Combat Camera Squadron, was presented the John L. Levitow Award as the top student during the graduation ceremony. The distinguished graduates were Senior Airman Greg Biondo, 1 CTCS, and Senior... MORE

CAFB Airman takes 'STEP' to master sergeant
December 16, 2008 — An Airman with Charleston AFB earned a Stripes for Exceptional Performers promotion Dec. 12 here. Master Sgt. Roy Rogers, 437th Logistics Readiness Squadron, NCO in charge of vehicle operations, was presented with master sergeant stripes by Col. John "Red" Millander, 437th Airlift Wing commander, during a commander's call at the base theater... MORE

Master Sgt. Roy Rogers receives a Stripes for Exceptional Performers promotion from Col. John "Red" Millander and Chief Master Sgt. Mike Ivey during a wing Commander's Call Dec. 12 at the base theater. The Air Force releases less than 200 STEP promotion slots annually to promote outstanding individuals to staff, technical or master sergeant. Colonel Millander is the 437th Airlift Wing commander, Chief Master Sergeant Ivey is the 437 AW command chief and Sergeant Rogers is assigned to the 437th Logistics Readiness Squadron. (U.S. Air Force photo/Staff Sgt. Marie Cassetty)

437, 315 MXGs set the standard for maintenance excellence
December 16, 2008 — Air Mobility Command recently announced that it selected Charleston AFB's maintenance groups as the 2008 AMC nominee for the Air Force Clements McMullen Memorial Daedalian Weapon System Maintenance Trophy Award. For the second time in three years, the work of the men and women of the 437th and 315th Maintenance Groups has earned them this honor... MORE

Base USPS branch to close at end of year
December 16, 2008 — By order of the U. S. Postal Service postmaster, the Charleston AFB branch will officially close Dec. 31. "The revenue was not supporting a USPS employee being there so it's going to save the post office a lot of money," said Timothy Shaw, USPS Charleston postmaster. "Also, the building on the base has been slated for demolition for several years,... MORE

A FSS superintendent, Bronze Star recipient
December 16, 2008 — The 437th Force Support Squadron Military Personnel Flight superintendent was recently awarded the Bronze Star for his exceptional meritorious achievement while deployed in support of Operation Iraqi Freedom. Col. Frank Jones, 437th Mission Support Group commander, presented the medal to Senior Master Sgt. Randal Williams after he retuned to... MORE

The Inns of Charleston undergoes TLF renovations
December 16, 2008 — The Inns of Charleston lodging operation is in the process of a much-needed furnishings renovation to the 29 temporary lodging facility units on Charleston AFB. "It'll be a much-appreciated quality of life improvement for our many inbound and outbound families," said Capt. David Boyer, 437th Force Support Squadron Sustainment Flight chief. The inn... MORE

Charleston families come together for holiday festivities
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Gina Burdett paints Aaron Anderson's face at the holiday party on Charleston AFB Dec. 13. Youth Programs hosts the annual holiday party where base youths have the opportunity to meet Santa Claus along with various other activities. Aaron is the daughter of Doug and Sharon Defreitas who is assigned to the 437th Force Support Squadron. Ms. Burdett is with the 437th Force Support Squadron. (U.S. Air Force photo/Airman 1st Class Katie Gieratz)

CSU performs holiday concert for Team Charleston
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The Charleston Southern University Horton School of Music choir sings various selections of holiday music at the chapel on Charleston AFB Dec. 11. This is the second year the choir has performed on base during the holiday season. (U.S. Air Force photo/Airman 1st Class Katie Gieratz)

Airmen volunteer to build houses, help local community
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Airman 1st Class Tyler Hurt and other volunteers from Charleston AFB raise framing to make a wall for a new home while volunteering for Habitat for Humanity through the Charleston AFB First Six Dec. 11. The First Six sponsors many programs and initiatives like Habitat for Humanity to promote volunteering in local communities. Airman Hurt is with the 437th Operations Support Squadron (U.S. Air force photo/Senior Airman Timothy Taylor)

Flu vaccinations now available to eligible beneficiaries
December 15, 2008 — It's time to start thinking seriously about flu season. As members of the Air Force, we fall into a unique category -- Airmen are required to maintain a high level of fitness and wellness to conduct our mission. A plane can't fly if the maintainers or aircrew are sick; a healthcare provider that is "on quarters" can't care for sick patients. Health... MORE