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April 21, 2010 — News Briefs Highlight: An installation commander's call will be held Friday, April 30, at 8 a.m. and 1 p.m. in the Base Theater, featuring Comedian Bernie McGrenahan performing his "Happy Hour" comedy show. This tour has military members rolling in the aisles with laughter. To find out more information, go to www.happyhourcomedy.com. Note:... MORE

Mandatory Installation Commanders Call: April 30 at 8 a.m. and 1 p.m. at Base Theater. The event is mandatory for military and highly encourage for civilian personnel. Comedian Bernie McGrenahan will be performing his "Happy Hour" comedy show. This tour has military members rolling in the aisles with laughter. Now, Bernie is doing even more. He is also changing the way military members look at partying, by sharing his amazing life story. A former ?A? student/athlete and high-risk drinker, who lost it all, beat the odds, and climbed his way back to the top. Bernie shares all his ?inside tips? to when a party, stops being a party. A stand-up comedy show first, followed by a powerful and inspirational message on how to achieve all your goals in life.

Former 437 AW commander remembered
April 18, 2010 — Brig. Gen. Thomas R. Mikolajcik, former commander of the 437th Airlift Wing, passed away April 17, 2010, at home in Mt. Pleasant, S.C., at the age of 63 after battling amyotrophic lateral sclerosis, commonly referred to as Lou Gehrig's disease. General Mikolajcik was commander of the 437th Airlift Wing here from July 1991 to June 1994.General... MORE

Brig. Gen. Thomas R. Mikolajcik, former commander of the 437th Airlift Wing, passed away April 17, 2010, at home in Mt. Pleasant, S.C., at the age of 63 after battling amyotrophic lateral sclerosis, commonly referred to as Lou Gehrig's disease. General Mikolajcik was commander of the 437th Airlift Wing here from July 1991 to June 1994. (U.S. Air Force photo)

Air Force Aid helps family provide ‘Hope for Max’
April 15, 2010 — During the past six weeks, members of Team Charleston have had the opportunity to give back to four charities which aid Airmen and their families through the Air Force Assistance Fund campaign, which concludes April 16.Each of the four charities serves a specific purpose, but for Capt. Aaron High, 15th Airlift Squadron deputy readiness flight... MORE

Capt. Aaron High, his wife Traci and son Max join for a photo outside their home on his third birthday. At 10 months old, Max was diagnosed with spinal muscular atrophy. Now going on 4, he and his family take each day at a time to cope with the effects of the rare, genetic neuromuscular disease. The family chronicles progress on their Web site at www.hopeformax.com. (Courtesy photo)

News briefs
April 14, 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:FridayOfficial mail class: An official mail class will be held April 16 from 2 to 4 p.m. in the 628th Logistics Readiness Squadron... MORE

‘The right thing to do’ with universal waste
April 6, 2010 — Small and easily overlooked electrical products, such as light bulbs and batteries, provide the simplest of everyday functions to Joint Base Charleston, but they also have a few requirements mandated by federal law.Although conventional fluorescent bulbs, non-alkaline batteries and compact florescent light bulbs provide lower energy consumption for... MORE

News briefs
April 6, 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:SaturdayFraming 101 classes: Want to learn a very useful skill or hobby during lunch? Each framing 101 class consists of two sessions... MORE

News briefs
March 30, 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:SaturdayFree children's festival: Youth Programs is hosting their annual Easter Egg Hunt and Month of the Military Child Festival April... MORE

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

President Obama pays surprise visit to troops in Afghanistan
March 29, 2010 — President Barack Obama paid a surprise visit to troops in Afghanistan March 28, delivering a message of praise to American servicemembers on behalf of the United States. Speaking at Bagram Airfield to an audience of Soldiers, Sailors, Airmen and Marines, President Obama said support for deployed servicemembers transcends partisan politics. "I know... MORE

President Barack Obama meets U.S. troops at a mess hall March 28, 2010, at Bagram Airfield, Afghanistan. (White House photo/Pete Souza)

Military families gain access to free, online tutoring
March 26, 2010 — Defense Department officials recently launched a free, online tutoring service for servicemembers and their families. The site - www.tutor.com/military - offers round-the-clock professional tutors who can assist with homework, studying, test preparation, resume writing and more.Marine Corps and Army families have had access to the program for more... MORE

Defense Department officials launched a free, online tutoring service for servicemembers and their families.

Housing assistance: don’t make a move without it
March 24, 2010 — When making a military move, whether its five miles or 500, a trusted agent can help smooth the way.To sell a home, a realtor might be needed. If moving on orders before a lease is up, legal advice could be necessary, and finding a new home is its own battle in itself. Every house and apartment is different, but no matter the situation, the base... MORE