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Parenting during COVID-19
May 4, 2020 — As a father of a four-year-old daughter, the reason I go to work is to make sure that she is taken care of -- food in her stomach, clothes on her back, a roof over her head and a better future for her. I was aware of the possibility that I could be away from my family with little to no contact when I joined the military, and I was prepared to do what I had to do to honor my service commitment. Having said that, all of the training I have received could never have prepared me for, or empowered me to predict, how my work-life balance would be flipped upside down over the past several weeks. ... MORE

Akira Arzu-Davis, holds a stuffed animal while her father, Airman 1st Class Cory J. Davis, a photojournalist assigned to the 628th Air Base Wing Public Affairs Office, teleworks from home at Joint Base Charleston, S.C., April 28, 2020. Families are encouraged to practice physical distancing during the COVID-19 pandemic. One way to practice physical distancing is by staying indoors.

Series: Definition of Navy Chief Part II
September 14, 2016 — Editorial note: This is the second of several commentaries from Sailors addressing what it means to be a Navy Chief. These brief articles will run through the month of September and will culminate with the Navy Chief's pinning ceremony September 16, 2016.I have been in the Navy for just over 13 years now and have been married to my high school... MORE

A few of this year's Chief Petty Officer Selects from Joint Base Charleston pose for a picture following a physical training session together. The CPO selects conduct PT and other events leading up to the Chief Pinning Ceremony, in order to build camaraderie and esprit-de-corps. This year's Chief Pinning Ceremony is scheduled for 16 Sept, 2016.

Happy 69th Birthday, Air Force!
September 14, 2016 — On September 18, 1947, President Truman signed the National Security Act creating a separate service and signifying the birth of the United States Air Force. Prior to this act, our organization’s origins could be traced back first, to the U.S .Army Signal Corps and then, the Air Corps.Even before we were recognized as a separate service, there were... MORE

NHCC provides care on the move
September 13, 2016 — Naval Health Clinic Charleston’s staff consists of highly skilled military and civilian professionals dedicated to providing the gold standard of patient-centered, health care to service members, family members and veterans. One component of our beneficiaries is active duty service members. Whether we’re ensuring our active duty service members... MORE

Naval Health Clinic Charleston is made up of highly skilled military and civilian professionals dedicated to providing the gold standard of patient-centered, health care to service members, family members and veterans. NHCC health care workers provide a bridge to accessible and critical, but easy to understand medical care. (Courtesy Photo)

Series: Definition of Navy Chief
August 30, 2016 — Editorial note: This is the first of several commentaries from Sailors addressing what it means to be a Navy Chief. These brief articles will run through the month of September and will culminate with the Navy Chief's pinning ceremony September 16, 2016.My definition of a Navy Chief is a tried and true leader, training Sailors in their ratings... MORE

Chief Petty Officer Selectee Joseph Blacka, a 628th Security Forces Harbor Security Department Master-at-Arms leading petty officer, smiles at Joint Base Charleston, South Carolina, Aug. 23, 2016. (U.S. Air Force Photo/Airman Megan Munoz)

Navy Chiefs pinned
August 30, 2016 — On September 16, 2016 the United States Navy will continue one of its most revered traditions - the Pinning Ceremony for new Chief Petty Officers. This event is the culmination of months of intense training and indoctrination which began in earnest with the announcement of this year's Chief selectees. In addition to fulfilling their normal duties,... MORE

A group of Chief Petty Officer selects from Joint Base Charleston pose for a group photo during a Military Appreciation Night at a RiverDogs baseball game, August, 24, 2016. (U.S. Air Force photo/TSgt Renae Pittman)

It's an honor
August 30, 2016 — The Airman's Creed was introduced on April 18, 2007, by General T. Michael Moseley, Chief of Staff of the Air Force, in an effort to reinvigorate the warrior spirit and fundamental beliefs of the American Airman. Moseley's effort was timely because the Air Forces' involvement in combat operations resulted in a noticeable drift from a warfighting... MORE

Liquid Gold: Protecting a Mother’s Right to Breastfeed
August 17, 2016 — As many are aware, Fort Knox is the home of the United States gold reserves. Did you know the estimated worth of the gold housed at Fort Knox is worth 261.6 billion dollars? It's no wonder we take such momentous precautions to ensure the safety and security of our nation's gold! Fort Knox is believed to be the most secure vault in the world... MORE

DOS rollback included in FY14 force management
December 20, 2013 — In addition to force management programs announced in July, the Air Force will implement the Enlisted Date of Separation Rollback Program for fiscal year 2014, Air Force Personnel Center officials said today.The rollback will accelerate the date of separation for senior master sergeants and below who meet required criteria, said Lt. Col. RicK... MORE

FY14 force management to include senior NCO retention board
December 20, 2013 — Plans are underway to convene a June senior NCO retention board to consider eligible master sergeants and senior master sergeants for retirement, officials announced Dec. 12.The board is one of several fiscal 2014 force management measures that have been or will be implemented to transition toward a leaner, well-equipped, and trained force, said... MORE