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Women’s Equality Day retreat
August 11, 2016 — Women's Equality Day occurs annually on August 26th. It celebrates the passage of the 19th Amendment which granted women the right to vote ensuring women had the same privileges as men. An annual proclamation recognizes the struggles women experienced during their fight for equal rights to vote, for pay and education.Established in 1971, New York...

The Warrior Ethos…defining our Profession of Arms
August 1, 2016 — Regardless of my assigned base or unit, throughout my military career I've heard people say things like, "This isn't the real Air Force," or "That warrior ethos doesn't really apply here." We sometimes speak of "the warfighter" as if that were someone else. We fail to recognize it is us. The Warrior Ethos that defines us is at the heart of our...

Past teaches future
July 26, 2016 — History is one of the most dynamic of the social science disciplines. I often view history symbolically as a river running through the passage of time. It seemingly carries notable events and people as long as they are remembered by others. All the while, the creation of structures such as the Pyramids at Giza, the Roman Coliseum and the...

USPHS officer exemplifies spirit of service, valor
July 13, 2016 — On Saturday, July 16, we celebrate the 218th birthday of the Marine Hospital Fund, which became the Marine Hospital Service, and in 1889, the Commissioned Corps of the U.S. Public Health Service. For more than two centuries, men and women of the USPHS have spearheaded efforts to protect our nation's public health and to deliver health care to...

NOSC leverages capabilities to support fleet
July 5, 2016 — "Keep Rowing...Lean into it." The first time Commander Stephen Jones, commanding officer, Navy Operational Support Center (NOSC) Charleston, said this to his staff of 18 personnel; a mixture of active duty, full time support and two civilians; he was clearly charting the NOSC's course under his command. His vision, to keep moving and push forward,...

Proudly serving as your new Command Master Chief
June 29, 2016 — Happy Independence Day, Lowcountry Warriors and families! I am proud to serve as your Joint Base Charleston Command Master Chief. I am here for you and to help you all continue to do the OUTSTANDING things you do day in and day out.As we celebrate the birth of our nation, let's remember the reasons we declared- fought for and won-our...

AMC… Our Priorities
June 29, 2016 — To the men and women of the 437th Airlift Wing, it is an incredible honor to be writing to you as your Wing Commander. I am "on cloud nine" since being given another opportunity to serve, lead and develop the world's greatest Airmen here at Joint Base Charleston. Having served as your vice wing commander for the past two years, I have witnessed...

437th commander says thanks and farewell
June 14, 2016 — Unfortunately for my family and me, our tour in the 437th Airlift Wing is coming to an end. Just like our last two assignments in Charleston, we've thoroughly enjoyed it. The past two years have flown by way too fast. During that time, you have never ceased to impress me. Your focus on the mission is unmatched. You provide safe, precise, and...

Army Engineers promote water safety
May 31, 2016 — Since the travel magazine Conde Nast named Charleston the number one destination to visit in the United States, many military members are pleased when they are handed their next assignment and see the location, "Charleston, SC." It is a beautiful place with great weather, friendly people and top of the line restaurants and, a bonus, it's...

School is out, safe driving needed
May 31, 2016 — Spring is here in Charleston bringing blooming flowers, warming weather and the end of the school year. Which means, children will be out and about enjoying the outdoors and their freedom from the constraints of the classroom.With more than 180 (elementary, middle and high) schools in the metro Charleston area closing for the summer, drivers need...