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Holiday message from SECAF, CSAF
December 18, 2007 — Thank you for the difference you make every day, defending the United States of America and promoting our interests and ideals around the world. As the holiday season approaches, we encourage you to make a special effort to make a difference in the lives of those immediately around you. Many of you will travel to your hometowns across the country... MORE

News briefs
December 18, 2007 — Spotlight Retirement: The 437th Contracting Squadron will host a retirement ceremony for Ms. Donna Barber, Thursday at 2 p.m. in building 60 auditorium. For more information, contact Ms. Mary Poirier at 963-3155. Retirement: The 437th Medical Group will host a retirement ceremony for Senior Master Sgt. Sarah Coleman-Lee, Jan. 11 at 2:30 p.m. at the... MORE

Report suspicious activity with Eagle Eyes
December 18, 2007 — Base leadership has recently placed an increased emphasis on the role of Charleston Airmen, civilians and family members in protecting the base from possible terrorist activity. While the Air Force has organizations that deal strictly with anti-terrorism, leaders urge all members of Team Charleston to remain vigilant and understand the threats they... MORE

Team Charleston preserves resources, prevents waste
December 18, 2007 — Did you know that outside of the permanent change of station season, the month of December produces the largest amount of solid waste of the year? Airmen should do their part to help by recycling. Here are a few tips from the United States Environmental Protection Agency: · Thousands of paper and plastic shopping bags end up in landfills every... MORE

Stay safe, avoid fires during holiday season
December 18, 2007 — More than 400 people are killed each year, 1,650 are injured and more than 990 million dollars of damage is reported each year during the holiday season.According to the United States Fire Administration, there are simple life-saving steps people can take to ensure a safe and happy holiday. By following some of the outlined precautionary tips,... MORE

News briefs
December 12, 2007 — Spotlight Commanders Call: The 437th Wing Commanders Call will be held Tuesday at the Base Theater. Three sessions will be available to ensure all Airmen have an opportunity to attend, 7:30 a.m., 4 p.m., and 10 p.m. This is a mandatory formation. Officers, enlisted and civilian employees may attend any of the three times. If you have any questions... MORE

SNCOs learn roles, responsibilities of first sergeants
December 12, 2007 — Twenty three Team Charleston senior NCOs were indoctrinated as Charleston AFB's newest additional "undershirts" Dec. 7 when they officially completed the week-long Additional Duty First Sergeant Seminar. Senior Master Sgt. James Woodham, First Sergeant Academy Director of education, said this class not only gave our senior NCOs an invaluable skill... MORE

Senior Master Sgt. James Woodham, First Sergeant Academy director of education, conducts training for 23 SNCOs Dec. 7 on first sergeant responsibilities while conducting dormitory rooms inspections on Charleston AFB. (U.S. Air Force photo/Tech. Sgt. Paul Kilgallon)

New initiative offers education, training funds for military spouses
December 5, 2007 — Defense Secretary Robert Gates joined Labor Secretary Elaine Chao Nov. 14 in supporting a new initiative to help military spouses get the education and other credentials needed to pursue careers in high-demand, high-growth occupations. Secretary Gates praised the new Military Spouse Career Advancement Initiative as a "landmark program that will... MORE

Team Charleston member retires after 33 years of civil service
December 5, 2007 — The 437th Civil Engineer Squadron said goodbye to one of their teammates Tuesday who retired after 33 years of service to Charleston AFB. Michael Holtsclaw, retiring as the 437 CES deputy chief of the Operations Flight, started his civil service career in October 1974 as an air conditioning and refrigeration mechanic. He also served as a mechanical... MORE

Warrior of the Week: Airman 1st Class Scott McCourt
November 28, 2007 — Airman 1st Class Scott McCourt is a network administrator for the 437th Communications Squadron and has been stationed at Charleston AFB since January 2007. As a network administrator, he is responsible for troubleshooting network issues. He is also responsible for maintaining base personnel computer user accounts assisting customers with setting... MORE

Airman 1st Class Scott, 437 Communications Squadron