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628th MSS changes command
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Col. Judi Hughes, 628th Medical Group commander, passes the squadron guidon to Lt. Col. Matthew Krauchunas, 628th Medical Support Squadron commander, during the 628th MDSS change of command ceremony May 29, 2013, at Joint Base Charleston – Air Base, S.C. (U.S. Air Force photo/Capt. Jennifer Swann)

Stone cold sober
June 4, 2013 — How often do you think about the real choices you have when it comes to alcohol? There is so much more to this question than just "should I drink or not."Choosing to use or not to use alcohol is a personal choice for which each Airman and Sailor is responsible. As adults, we are all responsible for the consequences of our decisions. Before deciding... MORE

The 2013 Critical Days of Summer campaign kicks off May 24. This year's theme is "Safe n' Sound - All Year Round." (U.S, Air Force graphic)

Hurricane Preparedness: Evacuations
May 31, 2013 — If you are asked to evacuate, you should do so without delay. It is important for you and your family to know if you are part of a Hurricane Evacuation Zone, the Evacuation Routes and Reversal Plans, and where you will go. Evacuation orders for our area will be announced by these predetermined zonesDuring hurricane evacuation, roads that we travel... MORE

Hurricane Prepardeness Week continues with "Evacuations." When asked to evacuate, do so without delay. (Courtesy Graphic)

May brings advancement notices: Bravo Zulu!
May 30, 2013 — The following Sailors were frocked or advanced to their new pay grade after the results of the March 2013 Navy-wide advancement exams were released last week. Frocking allows Sailors to assume the title and increased responsibilities of their new rank, but in many cases, they aren't actually paid for their promotion until they are actually advanced... MORE

Be prepared: Disaster prevention
May 30, 2013 — "Preventing the loss of life and minimizing the damage to property from hurricanes are responsibilities that are shared by all."Disaster prevention should include:· Developing a Family Plan · Creating a Disaster Supply Kit · Securing your home · Having a pet plan If you are asked to evacuate, you should do so without delay. However, evacuations... MORE

One of JB Charleston’s own selected as State Military Youth of the Year
May 29, 2013 — The Joint Base Charleston - Weapons Station Youth Center candidate garnered the 2013 South Carolina military-affiliated Boys and Girls Club Youth of the Year.Kimberly King, a Goose Creek High School sophomore, competed against 11 other military youth April 26 at the state contest held in Columbia, S.C. Kimberly is the daughter of retired Chief... MORE

Kimberly King, 2013 South Carolina military-affiliated Boys and Girls Club Youth of the Year recipient, displays her state plaque in recognition of her achievement from earlier this May. She will compete for the Southeast regional Youth of the Year during the week of June 17. (U.S. Navy photo/ Petty Officer 1st Class Chad Hallford)

Stand up and shout out on World No Tobacco Day, May 31
May 29, 2013 — May 31 could be just another day - or you could make it the day you choose to stand up and shout out against tobacco! Make your voice heard by joining Quit Tobacco - Make Everyone Proud and the World Health Organization for World No Tobacco Day, and take on the challenge to be tobacco-free for 24 hours. Make it happen!Those 24 hours without tobacco... MORE

On the road again
May 29, 2013 — Private motor vehicle mishaps continue to be the number one cause of fatalities in the Air Force during the summer. Although the percentage of PMV-related fatalities during the previous three Critical Days of Summer campaigns (2010, 2011, 2012) has decreased slightly (75 percent, 72 percent and 69 percent, respectively), it remains, by far, the... MORE

Critical Days of Summer: common sense and planning ahead
May 29, 2013 — Each year, the Department of Defense conducts the "Critical Days of Summer" safety campaign.The Memorial Day weekend we just celebrated, marked the official start of this year's campaign with the theme: "Safe-n-Sound, All Year Round." Although the critical days of summer only runs until September 3rd, this year's theme shows you are valued every... MORE

Hurricane Hazards – Destructive Winds
May 29, 2013 — High Winds: Hurricanes are classified using the Saffir-Simpson Hurricane Wind Scale based on their sustained wind speed. Tropical storm-force winds are strong enough to be dangerous to those caught in them. For this reason, emergency managers plan on having their evacuations complete and their personnel sheltered before the onset of tropical... MORE