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What makes a mishap?
July 5, 2011 — Have you ever heard someone say that avoiding mishaps is just using common sense? How about accidents happen, nothing is 100 percent safe? And I'm sure you've heard of Darwin's Theory equating injuries and mishaps to weeding out the weak ones and survival of the fittest.Personally, I call these misconceptions.As an occupational health and safety... MORE

17 AS returns from 120-day deployment
July 5, 2011 — Numerous friends and family members gathered at Joint Base Charleston-Air Base July 1 to welcome home more than 120 Airmen from the 17th Airlift Squadron returning from overseas. The 17 AS completed a 120-day deployment in the Middle East, where they provided ongoing airlift downrange to support combat operations. While deployed, the Airmen of the... MORE

1st Lt. Grant Daniel Pool greets his daughter Nadia on the flightline July 1 at Joint Base Charleston - Air Base, S.C. Lieutenant Pool was one of more than 120 Airmen from the 17th Airlift Squadron returning home after a four-month deployment to the Middle East. While deployed, the Airmen flew roughly 2, 850 sorties and airlifted more than 107 million pounds of cargo through out the area of responsibility. (U.S. Air Force photo Staff Sgt. Nicole Mickle)

Diamond Sharp
July 5, 2011 — MORE

Col. Erik Hansen (left) and Chief Master Sgt. Terrence Greene (right) present Airman 1st Class Andrew Fox, Senior Airman Mitchell Parker and Staff Sgt. Kenneth Common the Diamond Sharp award during a ceremony at the Charleston Club July 5. Hansen is the 437th Airlift Wing commander, Greene is the 437 AW command chief, Fox is from the 437th Aircraft Maintenance Squadron, Parker is from the 437th Maintenance Squadron and Common is from the 16th Airlift Squadron. Diamond Sharp awardees are Airmen chosen by their first sergeants for their excellent performance. (U.S. Air Force photo/Tech. Sgt Chrissy Best)

Freedom Fest, July 4th fun
July 5, 2011 — MORE

Participants of a sac race hop their way to the finish line during Freedom Fest 2011 at Joint Base Charleston – Weapons Station July 1. More than 300 service members and their families attended the festival which included games, prizes, food and fireworks. (U.S. Air Force photo/Jared Trimarchi)

Fireworks safety
June 28, 2011 — The Fourth of July is always a fun time to gather with family and friends to acknowledge the nation's birthday and fireworks are a wonderful way to celebrate the holiday, but they must be used carefully. The National Council on Fireworks Safety urges consumers to be smart before, during and after consumer fireworks displays. Before:- Choose an open... MORE

Free concert in the park features Air Force Blue Aces
June 28, 2011 — The U.S. Air Force Blue Aces, along with the Charleston Community Band, will be performing a free concert at Smythe Park on Daniel Island July 3 as part of a "Salute to our Heroes" celebration. The concert is free and open to the general public. The festivities begin at 6 p.m.The Blue Aces are a component of the United States Air Force Heritage of... MORE

JB CHS Airmen participate in world-renowned air show
June 28, 2011 — Airmen from Joint Base Charleston returned June 28 after representing their airlift wing and the U.S. Air Force during the world-renowned Paris Air Show held June 20 - 26. The crew of 12 Airmen from both the 437th Operations and Maintenance Groups were selected several months ago by their commanders to attend this year's air show held at the Le... MORE

Capt. Brandon Brown, 15th Airlift Squadron from Joint Base Charleston, S.C., conducts a pre-flight check on the C-17 Globemaster III at the 49th International Paris Air Show. Captain Brown was the aircraft commander for a media flight during the show. (U.S. Air Force photo/Tech. Sgt. Francesca Popp)

Getting in shape for AMC Rodeo
June 27, 2011 — MORE

Tech. Sgt. Jason Gates does pullups June 22 at Joint Base Charleston as he prepares for the upcoming Air Mobility Command Rodeo. Sergeant Gates and other Rodeo-team members from the 437th Aerial Port Squadron and the 437th Aircraft Maintenance Squadron meet every Wednesday to prepare for the 2011 Air Mobility Command Rodeo. The competition will take place July 23-29 at Joint Base Lewis-McCord, Wash. Sergeant Gates is from the 437 APS. (U.S. Air Force photo/Staff Sgt. Nicole Mickle)

Freedom Fest 2011
June 27, 2011 — If you're looking for a fun way to start your Independence Day celebration - look no further! Come enjoy a day of fun and festivities for the whole family at the annual Freedom Fest Independence Day Celebration at Marrington Plantation at Joint Base Charleston - Weapons Station July 1. There will be carnival games, jousting tournaments and sumo... MORE

MSG changes command
June 27, 2011 — MORE

Col.Justin Davey accepts the 628th Mission Support Group guidon from Col. Martha Meeker during the 628th MSG Change of Command June 27 at Joint Base Charleston. Colonel Davey is the new 628 MSG commander and Colonel Meeker is the 628th Air Base Wing commander. (U.S. Air Force photo/ Tech. Sgt. Chrissy Best)