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Air Force Civilian Service website reveals depth, innovation to federal employment
August 17, 2010 — Jobseekers unfamiliar with civilian employment opportunities within the Air Force now have a new online resource that defines the numerous career fields and outlines many of the benefits of being a federal employee.The site, www.afciviliancareers.com, was designed for those interested in applying for a federal job within the Air Force Civilian...

Hurricane Tip of the Week
August 17, 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: In the event of...

Naval Consolidated Brig adopts canines for veterans program
August 17, 2010 — Prisoners at the Naval Consolidated Brig Charleston will soon be part of a new program, training rescued dogs to aid disabled veterans as part of the Carolina Canines for Veterans Program, base officials announced Aug. 11."This program will be a triple win for all involved," said NAVCONBRIG Charleston Commanding Officer Navy Cmdr. Ray Drake. "The...

AAFES officials working double time to correct inadvertent charges
August 13, 2010 — A processing error resulted in duplicate charges on credit and debit card transactions for some customers at Army Air Force Exchange Service stores."Shoppers who swiped their cards anytime between Aug. 7 and Aug. 9 at an AAFES facility are strongly encouraged to review their statements to see if they are impacted by this issue," said AAFES' Chief...

Bowling day and night for Guinness record
August 12, 2010 —

Photo: Topping off the tanks
August 12, 2010 —

DOD announces school year 2010/2011 child care fee policy
August 10, 2010 — The Department of Defense announced July 30 the school year 2010/2011 child care fee policy.The policy will adjust fee ranges in child care programs at Joint Base Charleston as well as installations across the services. Changes are expected to be implemented no later than Sept. 30. Changes will impact families who have children enrolled in the...

Photos: Patrolmen in pursuit take down gate runner during exercise
August 4, 2010 —

Current, former Airmen eligible for stop loss special pay
August 3, 2010 — Thousands of current and former Airmen remain eligible to receive $500 in retroactive special pay for each month they were affected by stop loss. Airmen have until Oct. 21 to apply through the Air Force Personnel Center.Air Force people eligible include active, retired and former members as well as Reserve component members who served on active...

Fifty-six Airmen to receive August promotions
August 3, 2010 — Joint Team Charleston would like to congratulate the following 56 Airmen on their August promotions:To Airman:628th Civil Engineer Squadron: Steven Stanley437th Aircraft Maintenance Squadron: Tyler Hutton437th Operations Support Squadron: Ramiro CarrenoTo Airman 1st Class:437 AMXS: Jordan SchultzTo Senior Airman:628th Air Base Wing: Andrew...