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Secretary Gates brings call for excellence to AMC Airmen
June 11, 2008 — Defense Secretary Robert Gates spoke to an audience of more than 400 Airmen here June 10 to personally deliver his message that the Air Force must apply more rigor to its responsibilities, particularly with nuclear weapons. The secretary's visit came as a result of his decision to ask the Secretary of the Air Force, Michael Wynne and the Chief of... MORE

Robert Gates, U.S. Secretary of Defense, speaks to Airmen from Air Mobility Command June 10 at Scott AFB, Ill. Secretary Gates visited AMC headquarters to address the recent resignations of Air Force senior leaders, thank Airmen for their service and answer their questions. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Megan Gilliland)

Decorated military working dog retires after 10 years of service
June 11, 2008 — After 10 years of honorable service, Liz, an explosives detection dog with the 437th Security Forces Squadron, retired from active-duty during a ceremony at the Charleston Club June 10. Not only did members of the 437 SFS and other base Airmen attend the event, but Liz received support from her canine friends from the kennel. "This is the first one... MORE

Staff Sgt. Catharine Johnson scratches Liz's back at the K-9 unit training facility on Charleston AFB June 6. Sergeant Johnson is a military working dog handler with the 437th Security Forces Squadron. Liz is a military working dog trained to locate explosive material. (U.S. Air Force photo/Airman 1st Class Katie Gieratz)

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June 10, 2008 — Spotlight Retirement: The 437th Aircraft Maintenance Squadron will host a retirement ceremony for Master Sgt. Shawn Pugh June 13 at 11 a.m. in the Building 709 auditorium. For more information, contact Chief Master Sgt. Michael O'Hara at 963-4589. Change of Command: The 315th Logistics Readiness Flight will have a change of command ceremony June 22... MORE

Preparation key to weathering the storm
June 5, 2008 — With the Atlantic Ocean hurricane season beginning June 1 and ending Nov. 30, agencies at Charleston AFB have been working to ensure the base is prepared. While hurricane season begins in the summer and ends in the fall, it is expected to peak Sept. 10, said Tech. Sgt. Gerald McPherson, 437th Operations Support Squadron noncommissioned officer in... MORE

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June 4, 2008 — Spotlight Change of Command: The 315th Logistics Readiness Flight will have a change of command ceremony June 22 at 4 p.m. in the Building 60 auditorium. For more information, contact Maj. Jennifer Mitchell at 963-5450. Around the base Free base picnic: This year's base picnic will be held June 6-7 from 11 a.m.-4 p.m. Both days are open to all... MORE

Warrior of the Week: Staff Sgt. Dan Atwell
May 6, 2008 — Staff Sgt. Dan Atwell is a member of the 437th Operations Support Squadron and has been stationed at Charleston AFB for one-and-a-half years. He is currently deployed to Balad Air Base, Iraq, as an intelligence analyst with the 332nd Expeditionary Operations Support Squadron. As an intelligence analyst, his responsibilities include ensuring all... MORE

Staff Sgt. Dan Atwell (U.S. Air Force photo/ Senior Airman Julianne Showalter)

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April 30, 2008 — Around the base Single Parents Group: The military single parents group will meet May 13 at 11:30 a.m. in the Chapel Annex. Members interested in participating should contact Staff Sgt. Kerri Csurilla at 743-0306, ext. 3072 or Staff Sgt. Takia Braddy at 963-4679. Dress to impress: Learn how to successfully interview for a job by attending the Air... MORE

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April 23, 2008 — Parking for family day and 2008 "Wing Over Charleston" Air Expo: Parking for family day will only be on the north ramp of the flightline. Saturday, the gates will open at 9 a.m. and close at 5 p.m. The two major parking areas will be on the north and south parking ramps. Once they are full, vehicles will be directed to go to the overflow parking... MORE

Team Charleston invited to family day, hangar party
April 18, 2008 — Team Charleston and family members can enjoy a sneak peek of the 2008 "Wings Over Charleston" Air Expo and take part in a hangar party as part of the air show family day April 25. "This is an opportunity exclusive to military members and their families to enjoy the air show practices and fun-filled family events," said Capt. Lloyd Richardson, 437th... MORE

The U.S. Air Force Thunderbirds perform at an air show in 2007. Airmen and their families will get a chance to see the Thunderbirds practice during the 2008 "Wings Over Charleston" Air Expo Family Day April 25. (U.S. Air Force photo/Airman Katie Gieratz)

Annual AFAF drive encourages donations to help Airmen
April 16, 2008 — "Commitment to Caring" is the theme of this year's Charleston AFB Air Force Assistance Fund campaign which runs through May 12. "The Air Force Assistance Fund is important simply because it benefits our fellow Airmen," said Col. John "Red" Millander, 437th Airlift Wing commander. "Each year, AFAF provides Airmen the opportunity to support their... MORE