JOINT BASE CHARLESTON, S.C. –
Thank you for picking up a copy of the Patriot.
It hasn't been easy, combining the Shoreline and the Airlift Dispatch. Each paper served its own unique audiences. But through hours of meetings and discussions, we have put together a publication that we hope will become a weekly reading habit for you.
The purpose of a military newspaper is to provide information to our internal audience: military members and their families, retirees and our civilian workforce. It is a primary tool for the commanding officer to get you the information deemed important.
You are our audience, and with this in mind, the Joint Base Charleston Public Affairs staff will continue to provide you with the news you need to know to stay safe, advance your career and entertain your families. We'll also keep you informed about Air Force and Navy news worldwide that is of interest or can have an impact on us locally.
Air Force and Navy Public Affairs have strict guidelines as to what goes into a base paper. Often times, it's a juggling act trying to decide which story will capture the most peoples' interest. Our job is to provide you with the news that you need to know, and hopefully, provide it in a way that you will look forward to reading, while at the same time, adhering to Air Force and Navy regulations.
Although there are hundreds of events that happen on our joint base every week that are extremely noteworthy, only some can ultimately be considered newsworthy outside the small group of individuals they impact. As much as we would like to provide for every request we receive, it just isn't possible. If you have a question as to the type of events we cover, please don't hesitate to give us a call at 963-5608.