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D-Day invasion remembered by local Veteran
June 9, 2010 — This is the first of a three-part series highlighting Charleston Veterans and their contributions on D-Day which will run through the month of June.Sixty-six years ago, Joint Base Charleston's 437th Airlift Wing began their first combat flight to the beaches of Normandy, France. The 437th Troop Carrier Group, as it was known then, was composed of... MORE

Chief Petty Officer (Ret.) George Drury, pictured right as a Seaman Apprentice in 1945, served as a gunner?s mate aboard Navy Landing Craft, Vehicle, Personnel during the D-Day invasion. Mr. Drury is now 84 years old and is a retired Navy chief storekeeper who volunteers his time at the Naval Weapons Station.

SPAWAR reaches milestones: 25,000 vehicles, 5,000 M-ATVs integrated
June 9, 2010 — Underscoring two milestones, Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff Navy Adm. Mike Mullen recognized Space and Naval Warfare Systems Center Atlantic employees during a ceremony at Naval Weapons Station Charleston for their recent achievements June 3.Significant accomplishments commended by the chairman included the electronic systems vehicle... MORE

Navy Adm. Mike Mullen, chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff, addresses audience members at a ceremony celebrating the completion of 25,000 electronic systems vehicle integrations at Naval Weapons Station Charleston, S.C., June 3, 2010. (DoD photo/Mass Communication Specialist Chad J. McNeeley)

‘Critical Days’ safety message turns personal for Airman
June 9, 2010 — The military services have geared up their summer safety campaigns, encouraging troops and their families to enjoy the season without becoming statistics during a period historically marred by a spike in off-duty accidents.Ninety-five service members died last year during the "101 Critical Days of Summer" season that kicks off Memorial Day weekend... MORE

Mourning at the grave of Air Force Tech. Sgt. Audra Britt are, from left, her sister, Anika Lee; her son, Nathaniel Alexander Britt; her brother, Air Force Staff Sgt. Aron Lee; and his daughter, Kennedy Misarah Amaya Lee. Sergeant Britt and her husband, Tech. Sgt. Maurice Britt, died at the hands of a drunk driver in 2009. (Courtesy photo)

News Briefs
June 9, 2010 — To submit a news brief, send an e-mail to 628abw.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.Events:FridayFree base picnic: This year's annual two-day picnic is scheduled for June 11 and 12 from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the Base Picnic... MORE

Read on to find out about upcoming events at Joint Base Charleston in this recent edition of News Briefs.

Three Charleston Airmen awarded Bronze Star by CJCS
June 3, 2010 — For three well-deserving Joint Base Charleston Airmen, June 3 marked a milestone in each of their careers. Maj. William Skinner, Master Sgt. Sean P. Houlihan and Staff Sgt. Christopher Ferrell were awarded the Bronze Star for bravery at the hand of Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff Navy Adm. Mike Mullen during his base visit here."Admiral... MORE

U.S. Navy Adm. Mike Mullen pins a Bronze Star on U.S. Air Force Staff Sgt. Christopher Ferrell at the base theater on Joint Base Charleston, S.C., June 3, 2010. Sergeant Ferrell earned the medal during a recent deployment in support of Operation Enduring Freedom. During his visit, Admiral Mullen fielded questions from Airmen and addressed Department of Defense policy changes and expectations during an all hands call. Admiral Mullen is the Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff, and Sergeant Ferrell is a noncommissioned officer in charge of training with the 628th Civil Engineer Squadron. (U.S. Air Force Photo/James M. Bowman)

Air Force EOD defusing the threat of IEDs
June 2, 2010 — "Fire in the hole! Fire in the hole! Fire in the hole!"That's the rally cry for an elite group of Airmen who are working day in and day out to save the lives of their fellow Airmen and those around them, regardless if they are in the area of responsibility or here at home.Who are these Airmen?"Basically we are the military's bomb squad," said... MORE

U.S. Air Force Tech. Sgt. Marion Makins operates a robot at Joint Base Charleston, S.C., May 7, 2010. The robot is one of three that was on display for the Explosive Ordnance Disposal Media Day held at the squadron to help teach people what it is that EOD does. The robot is used to safely approach explosives and is equipped with lights, an extra set of treads to balance the robot when the arm is extended and a hand to grasp and move objects that can apply up to 50 pounds of pressure. Sergeant Makins is an EOD technician with the 628 Civil Engineer Squadron. (U.S. Air Force Photo/Airman1st Class Lauren Main)

Joint Team Charleston welcomes new 437 MOS commander
June 2, 2010 — The 437th Maintenance Operations Squadron welcomed a new commander during a change of command ceremony here May 25.Maj. Patrick Lowe, former maintenance operations officer for the 354th Aircraft maintenance Squadron at Eielson Air Force Base, Alaska, replaced Maj. James Blackman. Maj. Blackman went on to be the 56th Component Maintenance Squadron... MORE

Maj. Patrick Lowe, 437th Maintenance Operations Squadron commander

Honor Guard Spotlight: Airman 1st Class Ronald Sangston III
June 2, 2010 — Name: Airman 1st Class Ronald Sangston IIIHometown: Sutter, Calif.Squadron and job title: 437th Aircraft Maintenance Squadron aircraft hydraulic systems journeymanTime in Air Force: One year and 10 monthsTime in Honor Guard: 10 monthsWhat inspired you to join the Honor Guard? The briefing that Honor Guard members gave at the First Term Airman... MORE

Airman 1st Class Ronald Sangston III, 437th Aircraft Maintenance Squadrong aircraft hydraulic systems journeyman

News briefs
June 2, 2010 — To submit a news brief, send an e-mail to 628abw.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.Events:FridayCommander's Fitness Challenge Paintball Tournament: The Commander's Fitness Challenge for June will be a "Combat Zone" paintball... MORE

New Air Force legal assistance website
June 2, 2010 — Next time you need a will, power of attorney or just have a legal question, visit https://aflegalassistance.law.af.mil. The website is designed for active duty and reserve component members, retirees, and dependents.The website was created to increase efficiency and track client satisfaction with the Air Force legal assistance program. Because it... MORE