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The ballad of NNPTC
July 19, 2017 — From fifers and drummers communicating to their groups of military members, to buglers playing taps for the fallen, to jody callers keeping formations in step, music has always been an integral part of the U.S. military.The Navy Nuclear Power Training Command choir carries on that tradition by giving the students the opportunity to do something... MORE

U.S. Navy Lt. Megan Brown, Navy Nuclear Power Training Command enlisted heat transfer instructor and choir director, leads the choir during a practice at the NNPTC building, July 12. The choir practices together one to two times a week.

Inspection team catches a break
July 14, 2017 — JOINT BASE CHARLESTON, SOUTH CAROLINA -- Fluorescent stains spatter the floor and surfaces throughout a room illuminated by a black light. A man in an opaque blue mask and a black apron hovers over a bath foaming with neon liquid. He reaches into the concoction, and pulls out an dripping metal gear for inspection. The Airmen of the 437th... MORE

Senior Airman Brett Gyurnek, 437th Maintenance Squadron Non-Destructive Inspection technician, looks through a core reverser gear while performing a fluorescent penetrant test at Joint Base Charleston, S.C. July10, 2017. The NDI shop is able to test the largest and smallest pieces of an aircraft. Once a deficiency is found, it is relayed to the aircraft structural maintenance unit for repair. If a crew chief or a member of the aircrew identifies a potential issue, NDI Airmen perform diagnostic procedures to determine the extent of the damage.

Charleston Marines serve, honor veterans
June 23, 2017 — The U.S. Marine Corps’ Combat Logistics Battalion 451 Detachment 3, located on the Joint Base Charleston - Weapons Station, is comprised of less than 30 active-duty Sailors and Marines whose main mission is to supply medical equipment and supplies throughout all Marine Forces Reserves locations across the globe.Though medical logistics is their... MORE

U.S. Marine Corps Staff Sgt. Robert Swift, Combat Logistics Battalion 451 Detachment 3 distribution management officer chief, presents the Marine Corps flag during an Honor Guard practice session at Joint Base Charleston - Weapons Station, S.C., June 21. The unit’s main priority is to provide funeral honors for any members who have honorably served in the U.S. Marine Corps within a 200-mile radius of the base.

No end in sight for veteran’s commitment to service
May 19, 2017 — Editors Note: This piece is one of several stories being shared in 2017 by the Joint Base Charleston Public Affairs Office in honor of the 70th Anniversary of the Air Force and those who selflessly have and continue to serve our nation.She always knew she wanted to help people. That notion led her on a path of service and duty to country. ... MORE

Retired U.S. Air Force Col. Judith Hughes reminisces inside the command suite at the 628th Medical Group at Joint Base Charleston, S.C., May 3, 2017. Hughes dedicated more than 27 years to the Air Force, retiring after serving as the 628th Medical Group commander. She currently serves on two board of directors; Palmetto Military Support Group and Charleston Research Institute.

TMO moves cargo worldwide
April 19, 2017 — When most service members think of the Transportation Management Office the first thing that comes to mind is, “They are the ones who move my stuff.” However, the Airmen and civilians working at the TMO impact more than just household goods. TMO is responsible for processing inbound cargo for base mission partners and sending outbound cargo all... MORE

Airman 1st Class William Murray, 437th Aerial Port Squadron inbound cargo technician, checks cargo for proper documentation March 29, 2017, at Joint Base Charleston, South Carolina. The Transportation Management Office is responsible for processing inbound cargo for base mission partners and sending outbound cargo all over the world.

Siblings take Flight
April 18, 2017 — Editors Note: This piece is one of several stories being shared in 2017 by the Joint Base Charleston Public Affairs Office in honor of the 70th Anniversary of the Air Force and those who selflessly have and continue to serve our nation.Two pilots assigned to the 14th Airlift Squadron, 437th Airlift Wing, here, share more than a workplace, they... MORE

Capt. Gary Whiteman, 14th Airlift Squadron C-Flight assistant flight commander, 437th Airlift Wing, and his sister 1st Lt. Kristina Whiteman, 14th AS liaison officer, pose for a portrait at Joint Base Charleston, South Carolina April 10, 2017. The Whiteman siblings are both U.S. Air Force Academy graduates and C-17 Globemaster III pilots here.

Symposium shines light on first sergeant special duty
March 25, 2017 — When Airmen see a diamond centered on a chevron several thoughts may come to mind, including; morale, discipline, duty, experience, knowledge. First sergeants dedicate themselves to the needs of Airmen including their health, morale, discipline and welfare. Attendees of the biannual... MORE

A first sergeants panel allows attendees to learn about first sergeant duty from firsthand experience at the biannual First Sergeant Symposium at Joint Base Charleston, South Carolina, March 22, 2017. First sergeants dedicate themselves to the needs of Airmen including their health, morale, discipline and welfare. The symposium provided attendees interested in becoming a first sergeant the opportunity to better understand the position.

POW shares piece of history with 437th MXG
March 22, 2017 — Editors Note: This piece is one of several stories being shared in 2017 by the Joint Base Charleston Public Affairs Office in honor of the 70th Anniversary of the Air Force and those who selflessly have and continue to serve our nation.Retired U.S. Air Force Capt. William Robinson, the longest surviving enlisted prisoner of war, visited Joint Base... MORE

Retired U.S. Air Force Capt. William Robinson, longest surviving enlisted prisoner of war, reflects on his Air Force career before an award ceremony here, March 17, 2017. Robinson was a POW for nearly eight years before being released. Now, Robinson speaks about his experience with community and military members across the country.

The AFRC connects Hearts Apart
March 20, 2017 — The time differences and distance brought about by a deployment can be straining on a family. For the deployed military member the worry that their family is disconnected from the installation and shouldering all the responsibilities of parenting can be a distraction from their mission downrange. For the family members back home, the distance from... MORE

Members of Joint Base Charleston watch a movie as part of the Airman and Family Readiness Center’s Hearts Apart, Dinner at the Drive-in 2 event at the JB Charleston Chapel Annex March 14, 2017. The event gave kids the opportunity to design their own cars out of arts and craft supplies with the help of volunteers from Airman Leadership School class 17-C Bravo Flight. The cars were used by the children to watch a movie in a drive-in atmosphere.

Therapy dogs and their handlers bring smiles to patients
March 1, 2017 — Man’s best friend is helping Naval Health Clinic Charleston patients get a new “leash” on life. Five therapy dogs – Jazz, Gonzo, Joey, Charlie Charizard and Little Charlie – recently joined NHCC’s staff to partake in the new American Red Cross Animal Visitation Program. The dogs, along with their handlers, who are Red Cross Volunteers, visit NHCC... MORE

One-year-old Cain Robinette spends time with Joey, a therapy dog participating in the American Red Cross Animal Visitation Program at Naval Health Clinic Charleston Dec. 27, 2016. Joey is one of five dogs in the new program designed to bring comfort to NHCC patients and staff.