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34 Airmen graduate from ALS
February 27, 2008 — Thirty-four Airmen graduated from Airman Leadership School Class 08-B Feb. 7 at the Charleston Club. Senior Airman Corey Bayne, 437th Aircraft Maintenance Squadron, earned the John L. Levitow Award and was presented with this honor during the dinner. The distinguished graduates were Senior Airman Chad Gibbs from the 437th Logistics Readiness... MORE

42 Airmen receive new stripes
February 27, 2008 — Team Charleston salutes the following Airmen being promoted in March: To Airman: 437th Aircraft Maintenance Squadron: Devin Atkinson, Jeremy Severn, Michael Shaw, Clifford Smith, Darryl Smith, Skye Thompson and Brandon Toney 437th Aerial Port Squadron: Jason Bain and Marvin Richardson 437th Logistics Readiness Squadron: Shalisa Stewart 437th... MORE

Air Force is 'Above All'
February 27, 2008 — The Air Force has a new advertising campaign to recruit the next generation of Airmen as well as better inform people about the Air Force mission: "Above All." "The new slogan is admittedly a bold one," said Col. Michael Caldwell, deputy director of Air Force public affairs, "but so are Airmen." This campaign accurately portrays Airmen and how... MORE

Tech. Sgt. Lisa Russey reviews the Military Entrance Processing Station briefing checklist with David Krahn in the North Charleston Air Force recruiting office Tuesday. Sergeant Russey is an Air Force recruiter with the 336th Recruiting Squadron who is helping Mr. Krahn go "Above All" by joining the Air Force. (U.S. Air Force photo/Senior Airman Sam Hymas)

What do you know for sure?
February 27, 2008 — What do you know for sure and where do your loyalties lie? I once heard a prominent television personality ask during an interview, "What do you know for sure?" and I recall thinking to myself, "That's very profound." So I adopted it as a tool to use when giving feedbacks or for mentoring. I have learned the answer you give may be an insight to... MORE

Airmen in Action
February 21, 2008 — MORE

Airman Juan Ayon-Loza closes a fire hydrant by the front gate Wednesday. Airman Ayon-Loza is a 437th Civil Engineer Squadron utilities apprentice who was closing the hydrant after making sure the water line pressure was shut off so a crew could replace a gas line. (U.S. Air Force photo/Airman 1st Class Melissa White)

Public Affairs members earn top AMC honors
February 21, 2008 — Editor's note: The Airlift Dispatch will recognize additional award winners as names are released in later editions. The year 2007 proved to be a year of noted success for Team Charleston members. Each year, Air Mobility Command Public Affairs recognizes its top performers throughout the command's wing-level public affairs offices. AMC public... MORE

Honor Guard Graduation
February 21, 2008 — MORE

Base Airmen perform a flag-folding ceremony during the Basic Honors and Ceremony Course graduation Feb. 19. Senior Airman Joshua Starks, 437th Aerial Port Squadron, Airman 1st Class Lauren Ross, 437th Operations Support Squadron, Senior Airman Jaron Brown and Airman 1st Class Ross Ledonne, both from the 16th Airlift Squadron, participated in the week-long class to learn about the different ceremonies Honor Guard members take part in. (U.S. Air Force photo/Staff Sgt. Jennifer Arredondo)

Medical Group grounds the Flyers 61-27
February 21, 2008 — MORE

Medical Group player Justin Steidler, lays the ball up for 2 points during an intramural basketball game Feb. 19 at the Fitness and Sports Center. The Medical Group grounded the Flyers 61-27. (U.S. Air Force photo/Senior Airman Nicholas Pilch

C-17 crews support missions in Europe, Africa
February 20, 2008 — In a coordinated effort with U.S. Air Forces in Europe and Air Mobility Command, the Air Force Reserve Command is providing dedicated aircrews to fly C-17 Globemaster III strategic airlift missions in Europe and Africa. The first C-17 arrived at Ramstein AB, Germany from Charleston AFB Jan. 29 and a second C-17 is due to arrive in mid-to-late... MORE

Warrior of the Week: Airman 1st Class Gabriel Herr
February 20, 2008 — Airman 1st Class Gabriel Herr is a medical services journeyman and has been stationed at Charleston AFB for 14 months. As a medical services journeyman, he sees anywhere from 50 to 70 Airmen weekly for annual preventative health assessments. However, a recently established online procedure will streamline the process and reduce the amount of time... MORE