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Medal of Honor Convention draws eager audience at autograph session
October 6, 2010 — MORE

Nicholas Oresko signs autographs at a book signing at Patriots Point Naval and Maritime Museum in Mount Pleasant, S.C., during the week of the Medal of Honor Convention held in Charleston, S.C., Sept. 30, 2010. Nicholas Oresko, born Jan. 18, 1917, is a former United States Army Soldier and a recipient of the Medal of Honor for his actions in the Battle of the Bulge during World War II. The Medal of Honor Convention is an annual event hosted by a different city each year to honor Medal of Honor recipients as well as all service members who protect American freedoms. The 2010 Medal of Honor Convention was hosted by the South Carolina State Guard Foundation and The Citadel, the military college of South Carolina. Fifty-five of the 87 living recipients attended this year's convention. (U.S. Air Force photo/Airman 1st Class Samuel W. Goodman)

Weapons Station celebrates National Fire Prevention Month
October 6, 2010 — Joint Base Charleston - Weapons Station, hosted a fire prevention fun day fair in recognition of national fire prevention week, Tuesday, Oct. 5. Lowcountry Charleston firefighters were joined by several surrounding area fire departments in an effort to increase the awareness of fire safety.Charleston area firefighters provided tours, refreshments... MORE

Charlotte Matthews shows her daughter, Lorelai, 3, the firefighters? symbol on one of the many fire trucks displayed during the fire prevention fair on Joint Base Charleston-Weapons Station, S.C., Oct. 5, 2010. Lowcountry area firefighters provided tours and answered questions from patrons throughout the event, as well as providing fire prevention tips onboard JB CHS-WS. The event, held in recognition of National Fire Prevention Week, stressed the importance of fire safety and increasing awareness in the Charleston area. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 1st Class Jennifer R. Hudson/released)

Question of the Month: How do you feel about Joint Base Charleston?
October 6, 2010 — The question of the month is an opportunity for Joint Base Charleston members to have their opinions heard in a public forum about topics affecting the base. Each month a question will be asked on a new topic. This month, service members were asked, "How do you feel about Joint Base Charleston?" MORE

?The Air Force side definitely has more amenities to offer the Navy side. I think this is a good thing and is going to be very beneficial on both sides of the house,? Machinist?s Mate 3rd Class Jacques Pion, Naval Support Activity Charleston (U.S. Navy photo/Mass Communications Specialist 1st Class/Jennifer Hudson)

Hurricane Tip of the Week
October 6, 2010 — Hurricane season will continue through November, with the highest probability of a major hurricane occurring between mid-August and October. Due to a hurricane's capacity for damage, preparation is the key. Weekly hurricane tips provide need-to-know information for staying ahead of the weather.This week's hurricane tip is: Is your roof sheathing... MORE

EGLIN AIR FORCE BASE, Fla. -- The Atlantic hurricane season begins June 1 and runs through Nov. 30. Since the Atlantic Hurricane Season officially opens June 1, Team Eglin members should gear up now for what is expected to be an above average hurricane season, according to a recent advisory issued by the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration's National Hurricane Center. The NHC is predicting the Atlantic hurricane season to have a 75 percent chance of being an "above average" season. (Courtesy graphic)

Air Base News briefs - Oct. 8
October 6, 2010 — To submit a news brief, send an e-mail to patriot@charleston.af.mil. Make the subject line "NEWS BRIEFS." Submissions must be received no later than close of business the Friday prior to publication.Special Announcements:Junior Intermezzo Club offered at Youth Programs: JB Charleston Youth Programs is partnering with the Charleston Concert... MORE

Read on to find out about upcoming events at Joint Base Charleston in this recent edition of News Briefs.

Red Bank Road gets a much needed face lift
October 5, 2010 — If you're stationed in Charleston, there is a good chance that at some point during your tour you're going to drive down Red Bank Road in Goose Creek en-route to Joint Base Charleston-Weapons Station. Filled with pot holes, this two lane stretch of road has long been the nemesis of many a local Sailor and a boon to the pocket books of many auto... MORE

NNPTC takes first Commander's Cup trophy
October 5, 2010 — It was the first of its kind and it was a resounding success. The first ever Joint Base Charleston Commander's Cup was held Sept. 27 through Oct. 1. and 16 military teams from around the Lowcountry took part in the festivities.Marines, Soldiers, Airmen and Sailors represented their respective commands in eight different sporting events and the... MORE

Air Force Col. Martha Meeker presents the Commander's Cup to members of the Naval Nuclear Power Training Command at the Red Bank Club on Joint Base Charleston-Weapons Station, S.C., Oct. 1, 2010. The NNPTC athletes finished the Commander's Cup with the most points in a series of sporting events leading up the inauguration of Joint Base Charleston. The NNPTC won with a final score of 68, a slim lead over the second place team, the 14th Airlift Squadron, with their score of 66. (U.S. Air Force photo/Senior Airman Timothy Taylor)

Air Force, Navy reach full operational capability on Joint Base Charleston Oct. 1
October 1, 2010 — Come hail or high water, there was no stopping this train. Amidst a week of preparation, perspiration and rain, Joint Base Charleston officially achieved its long-awaited full operational capability Oct. 1.At fourth and goal, the final week was a long way from initial operating capability, which began in January 2010 with stand up of the 628th Air... MORE

Air Force Lt. Gen. Robert Allardice speaks about the future of joint basing Oct. 1, 2010, at the Joint Base Charleston inaugural ceremony on the JB CHS-Weapons Station in South Carolina. Other guest speakers and distinguished guests included Naval Region Southeast Commander Rear Adm. Tim Alexander, 628th Air Base Wing Commander Col. Martha Meeker, 628 ABW Deputy Commander Navy Capt. Ralph Ward, South Carolina Senator Lindsey Graham and South Carolina Congressman Henry Brown. General Allardice is the commander of the 18th Air Force. (U.S. Air Force photo/Airman 1st Class Lauren Main)

Air Force, Navy commemorates Joint Base Charleston inauguration
October 1, 2010 — MORE

Navy Rear Adm. Tim Alexander talks about the history of Naval Weapons Station Charleston at the Joint Base Charleston inaugural ceremony Oct. 1, 2010, on the JB CHS-Weapons Station in South Carolina. Other guest speakers and distinguished guests included 18th Air Force Commander Lt. Gen. Robert Allardice, 628th Air Base Wing Commander Col. Martha Meeker, 628 ABW Deputy Commander Navy Capt. Ralph Ward, South Carolina Senator Lindsey Graham and South Carolina Congressman Henry Brown. Admiral Alexander is the Naval Region Southeast Commander. (U.S. Air Force photo/Airman 1st Class Lauren Main)

AF, Navy athletes lead the way to JB CHS inaugural day
October 1, 2010 — MORE

Air Force Master Sgt. Pete Scheidt takes careful aim as he throws thebowling ball down his lane during a competition for the Commander's Cup at Marrington Lanes on Joint Base Charleston - Weapons Station Sept. 28, 2010. The Commander's Cup competition began Sept. 17 and was open to all Department of Defense employees and Joint Base Charleston members. The team with the most points from all events was then awarded the Commander's Cup during the JB CHS inaugural celebration Oct. 1, 2010. Sergeant Scheidt is a loadmaster with the 14th Airlift Squadron. (U.S. Air Force Photo/Airman 1st Class Lauren Main)