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Harbor Post 45 deepening project and transportation costs
November 14, 2017
— The month of November brings cooler weather, lots of football watching, thoughts of the upcoming holidays and the fast approaching gift giving season. Who wouldn’t like a new car, the latest flat screen television or a new set of tires just to mention a few on my “wish list”? These are expensive items and it got me thinking about what goes into the...
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Breast cancer doesn’t hurt
November 1, 2017
— When I was younger, my mother and aunt told me horror stories about mammograms and breast cancer. “Don’t have a mammogram, they’re painful,” my mom said. “They’ll hang you from your breasts,” my aunt said. “If you feel a lump in your breast, stop, don’t touch it; touching it makes it spread.” They were not at all encouraging of self-exams and being...
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The Second Charleston Air Force Base
November 1, 2017
— On November 13, 1953, Airmen assigned to the newly constructed Charleston Air Force Base held an official dedication ceremony, celebrating the full operational status of the new base. Although there had previously been a Charleston Army Air Field, that base had been placed in surplus status on April 25, 1946, soon after the end of WWII, and...
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Servant leadership, ministry of presence
October 18, 2017
— I am often asked about my decision to leave civilian ministry after 15 years of pastoring and missionary work to enter the Navy Chaplain Corps. My response is simple - I responded to a call to serve in a different way. Though I enjoyed my earlier years of ministry, I always sensed there was something missing. I would see the people I was called to...
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The fifth branch of the Armed Forces: A historical perspective from MLEA
October 18, 2017
— At times overlooked as the nation's fifth branch of the Armed Forces, the Coast Guard has served in America’s wars, beginning with the 18th century quasi-war with France, through the Iraq War, and in all the major (and many not-so-major) conflicts in between. By law, the Coast Guard is an armed force at all times and may be transferred in its...
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“This is a football……”
October 18, 2017
— Vince Lombardi, one of the most successful professional football coaches in history, was famous for beginning his practices by saying… “Gentlemen, this is a football.” He understood that the basics won games. The basics brought his team together. The basics were the foundation. Let’s take a moment to focus on the basics of our service. As service...
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Naval Health Clinic Charleston celebrates 100 years of providing healthcare for service members
October 4, 2017
— Naval Health Clinic Charleston is a command with a rich history and tradition. Commissioned on July 31, 1917, the original Naval Hospital Charleston began as an emergency hospital caring for the wounded during World War I. The hospital consisted of 19 temporary wooden buildings with a bed capacity of 250. The following year, 14 additional buildings...
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CPI in the nuclear Navy
October 4, 2017
— Leading companies in any field are characterized by their ability to improve their products, processes, service and technology. This is commonly known as Continuous Process Improvement (CPI). While the military does not sell a product or look for a larger profit margin, the best commands are marked by their ability to self-assess, identify...
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Partnership: Planning through Response and Recovery
October 1, 2017
— On August 30, 2017, I had the great honor to relieve Captain Greg Stump and the privilege to assume command of Coast Guard Sector Charleston and its team of dedicated professionals. As a new member of community, it is truly inspiring to witness the exceptional teamwork, cooperation and partnerships with our government and industry partners here...
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Happy 70th Birthday Air Force!
September 18, 2017
— This year, we are celebrating the 70th birthday of our mighty United States Air Force. While 70 may seem like a small number compared to other services, our history, heritage and legacy run deep. There is plenty to be proud of, and it is a great time to be an Airman. With rapidly advancing technologies in the air domain and proven success in...
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