Commentaries

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... MORE

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... MORE

Capt. Robin Lewis, U.S. Public Health Service Corps offer and psychologist serving at Naval Health Clinic Charleston, poses with Capt. Marvin Jones, former commanding officer of NHCC and co-chair of the Federal Executive Association of the Greater Charleston Area, left; Goose Creek Mayor Michael Heitzler; and Glenn Jefferies, chief of corporate communications for the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, Charleston District and FEA co-chair, after Lewis was presented the 2015 Heroism/Valor Award during the FEA’s Federal Employee of the Year Awards Luncheon May 21, 2015 at the Red Bank Club at Joint Base Charleston – Naval Weapons Station. (Navy photo/ Kris Patterson)

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,... MORE

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... MORE

CMDCM (SW/AW) Asa Worcester, 628th ABW Command Master Chief

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... MORE

Col. Jimmy Canlas, commander, 437th Airlift Wing

First domino to fall
June 27, 2016 — "When I was in the military, they gave me a medal for killing two men and a discharge for loving one."Those words are the only inscription on a headstone located in a corner of the Congressional Cemetery in the nation's capital where a small collection of graves remain as monuments to the lives and accomplishments of a few brave men. These men... MORE

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... MORE

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... MORE

Bobber, U.S. Army Corps of Engineers national water safety mascot, interacts with the Memminger elementary school students in May 2016. Bobber promotes children's water safety by reminding the youngsters to always wear their life jackets when they are near or in the water. Memminger elementary school is located in downtown Charleston, S.C. (USACE courtesy photo)

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... MORE

The Grass is Green Where We Water It
May 17, 2016 — "Man, I can't wait to get outta here. It's gonna be nice to get away from all this nonsense. I wish my boss was like..." How many times do we say or think something along these lines? It's easy for us to have a "grass is greener on the other side" approach to life. Escape seems easy because it requires no effort. However, we eventually find... MORE