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Hundreds take a stand during SAAM at WS
April 27, 2011 — A thunderous roar broke the silent dawn as hundreds of feet pounded against the paved streets of Joint Base Charleston-Weapons Station during a race-for-the-cause event held in conjunction with Sexual Assault Awareness Month, April 27.In an unspoken stand against sexual assault, more than 100 Sailors and civilians joined forces by participating in... MORE

Joint Base Charleston - Weapons Station Sexual Assault Response Coordinator Tiffany Minaudo-Mizzell places a teal ribbon on Machinist's Mate Fireman Will Rinehart's shirt during a base-wide race-for-the-cause event held in conjunction with Sexual Assault Awareness Month at JB CHS - W.S., April 27. The event, hosted by the Sexual Assault Prevention and Response program and Weapons Station athletic Department, provided more than 100 participants with a teal ribbon to pin on their shirts, signifying their personal pledge to never commit, condone or remain silent about sexual violence against men, women or children. MMFN Rinehart, originally from Bixby Okla., is attached to Navy Nuclear Power Training Command at JB CHS - WS. (U.S. Navy photo/Mass Communication Specialist 1st Class Jennifer Hudson)

Joint Base Charleston has a new school liaison officer
April 27, 2011 — Chris Gerry, a retired U.S. Navy master chief petty officer and a veteran 14-year Lowcountry school teacher, will now use his experience to help ensure Joint Base Charleston Air - Base families get the most out of the area's available education opportunities. Mr. Gerry joins Cicely McCray, school liaison officer for JB CHS - Weapons Station, in... MORE

With the ORI coming, the 315th is on the clock
April 26, 2011 — Members of the 315th Airlift Wing received hands-on instruction during the combined April Unit Training Assembly, in preparation for the November Operational Readiness Inspection. The hands on training included weapons familiarization, self-aid and buddy care and how to survive and operate in Mission Oriented Protective Posture gear."A cross... MORE

Lt Col Kevin Riley, 315th Mission Support Group, performs self aid and buddy care on a dummy over the UTA weekend. With the clock winding down, reservists from the 315th had to diagnose and treate injuries under the watchful eyes of evaluators. (U.S. Air Force Photo/2nd Lt Jeff Kelly)

This week in Air Force History
April 25, 2011 — April 24, 1943 - The first class of women pilots graduated from U.S. Army Air Force flight training.April 25, 1956 - The X-2 completed its first supersonic flight.April 26, 1971 - Charleston Air Force Base, S.C. received its 16th C-5A aircraft to complete the first operational C-5A squadron.April 27, 1991 - A C-141 delivered 15 tons of blankets for... MORE

This week in Navy history
April 25, 2011 — April 24, 1778 - The Continental Navy sloop Ranger captured HMS DrakeApril 25, 1862 - Union naval forces occupied New Orleans, La.April 26, 1952 - USS Hobson sank after it collided with USS Wasp; 176 lives were lost.April 27, 1861 - President Lincoln extended the blockade of the Confederacy to Virginia and North Carolina ports.April 28, 1993 - A... MORE

AFOSI opens new facility
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Brig. Gen. Kevin Jacobsen (second from left), Col. Martha Meeker (third from left) and invited guests cut the ribbon at the Air Force Office of Special Investigations grand opening ceremony, April 25, 2011 on Joint Base Charleston, S.C. Construction on the new AFOSI building began in August 2009 and was completed in October 2010. The new building boasts state-of-the-art technology and additional space, allowing special agents a much improved work environment. General Jacobson is the commander of the AFOSI and Col. Meeker is the 628th Air Base Wing. (U.S. Air Force photo/Senior Airman Timothy Taylor)

TRICARE supports DEA’s National Medication Take Back Day
April 20, 2011 — National Medication Take Back Day is April 30 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at many police departments, universities, hospitals and military installations across America. This one-day event, sponsored by the Drug Enforcement Administration, provides a venue for people to safely dispose of unwanted, unused and expired prescription drugs."TRICARE... MORE

DoD launches new helpline to support victims of sexual assault
April 20, 2011 — The Department of Defense recently launched its newest initiative to support victims of sexual assault. Using DoD Safe Helpline, service members can "click, call or text" for victim support services for themselves or others. The free, anonymous and confidential resource can be accessed worldwide, 24-hours a day, every day, to connect with live... MORE

Think of the Inns of Charleston this summer
April 20, 2011 — If you have family or friends coming to visit you here in the Charleston area during the next few months, don't forget to call the Inns of Charleston for accommodations.Although JB CHS maintains a high operational tempo, there are often rooms available for weekends and eligible guests can find considerable savings renting lodging on-base as opposed... MORE

NMCRS fund drive a success
April 20, 2011 — The Navy-Marine Corps Relief Society concluded a successful fund drive with an appreciation luncheon acknowledging the hard work and contributions of command representatives at Joint Base Charleston-Weapons Station, April 13.The representatives were responsible for contacting 100 percent of service members at their respective commands and... MORE