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Weapons Station housing residents urged to recycle old phones
July 13, 2011 — Family housing residents on Joint Base Charleston - Weapons Station already participate in reducing waste in landfills by recycling paper, cardboard, plastic, glass bottles and containers. Now they can take a step toward eliminating another item cluttering their drawers: cell phones.Once thought of as non-recyclable, cell phones can now be... MORE

Balfour Beatty Communities ready to kick-off 2011 housing survey
July 13, 2011 — In a few weeks, Joint Base Charleston - Weapons Station family housing residents will receive the CEL Resident Satisfaction Housing Survey. The annual survey is part of Balfour Beatty Communities' performance assessment program. "The survey allows us to see where we are succeeding and where there is room for improvement," said Patti Stanley,... MORE

628 CES changes command
July 12, 2011 — MORE

Lt. Col. Aaron Altwies accepts the 628th Civil Engineer Squadron guidon from Col. Justin Davey during the 628 CES Change of Command July 8 at Joint Base Charleston, S.C. Altwies is the new 628 CES commander and Davey is the 628th Mission Support Group commander. (U.S. Air Force photo/Tech. Sgt. Chrissy Best)

Asbestos awareness
July 8, 2011 — Asbestos is the name of a group of naturally occurring minerals characterized by a fibrous structure. Asbestos is strong, flexible and resistant to damage by heat and chemicals, making it extremely useful as an insulating material, a fire retardant and a reinforcing agent.Asbestos fibers are, however, a serious health hazard when inhaled or... MORE

USNORTHCOM announces travel restrictions to Mexico
July 8, 2011 — The USNORTHCOM commander has added three Mexican states to the list of travel-restricted areas and confirmed the validity of the travel advisory to Acapulco.No states were taken off the list and additional requirements for Air Force personnel traveling on leave are still in effect."Mexico is a dangerous place to travel," said Paul Zabbo, Air... MORE

The Inns of Charleston looks forward to new construction
July 6, 2011 — Due to the amount of official travelers to Joint Base Charleston, the Inns of Charleston has received approval for construction of a new Visiting Quarters facility, including a new guest reception and administration area.The 266-room lodging complex which will be in addition to the existing inventory of lodging rooms on JB CHS. After completion,... MORE

Summer reading for early readers
July 5, 2011 — During your children's school vacation, it is important for him or her to spend time reading and writing on a regular basis - whether they are beginning or a fluent reader. Luckily, summer's more flexible schedule and wide array of activities lend themselves to literacy opportunities. Try some of these suggestions for making your school-aged... MORE

Park University announces Spring 2011 Dean's List students
July 5, 2011 — By , Park University recently announced the students named to the Spring 2011 Dean's List. Students from the Joint Base Charleston - Air Base Campus Center are: Jason AdamsDale BaileyJames HarperTheresa HarrisJeffrey LitzJames ProuseRoger RandolphCourtney ReevesShawn WeismillerLyle WittenTo qualify for the Dean's List, students must be... MORE

JB CHS hosts California Superbike school
July 5, 2011 — Joint Base Charleston is hosting six California Superbike School courses between now and the end of August. The classes will be held at the Federal Law Enforcement Training Center range located at JB CHS - Weapons Station, July 16 and 17 and August 6, 7, 20 and 21. The classes are open to all active duty, Reservists and retirees.The classes provide... MORE

Gen. Johns visits Joint Base Charleston
July 5, 2011 — MORE

Tech. Sgt. Michael Payne briefs Gen. Raymond E. Johns Jr. on the 6S- Expediter Truck at Joint Base Charleston- Air Base, S.C. June 29. The general toured JB CHS- AB and Weapons Station during his two day visit. Johns is the Air Mobility Command commander and Payne is with the 437th Aircraft Maintenance Squadron. (U.S. Air Force photo/ Staff Sgt. Nicole Mickle)