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Thank you for your service
November 4, 2016 — Service to one’s country and the sacrifices made in doing so are normally respected by the general public. However, it’s not always the case. Many Vietnam veterans experienced unwelcome returns home. “I entered the Air Force in 1968 after the riots in Harlem, NY spurred by the assassination of Dr. Martin Luther King. As a South Carolina native... MORE

Mitchell Jenkins, chief of logistics at the 1st Combat Camera Squadron, and Vietnam veteran, reminisces while looking through a photo album Nov. 1, 2016, at Joint Base Charleston, South Carolina. Jenkins keeps an album full of photos from his career in Combat Camera.

WWII veteran continues to serve
November 3, 2016 — Before the United States existed as a country, those who took up arms to defend the land were supported by the local community. In 1636, the pilgrims of Plymouth Colony passed a law to provide for disabled soldiers from the colony who had participated in the war against the Pequot Indians. Support provided to veterans continues today, 380 years... MORE

Francis Bolds, United States Navy Retired Senior Chief Petty Officer from James Island, South Carolina, presents his Navy retirement certificate at the Veteran Affairs building Oct. 24, 2016. Bolds is a World War II, Korean and Vietnam War veteran who has volunteered at the VA for over 20 years. Bolds will be the grand marshal at the Veterans Day Parade in downtown Charleston Nov. 6.

Veterinarians taking care of people, pets, and police
October 27, 2016 — Like their handlers, the four-legged members of Joint Base Charleston need to be healthy to continue the mission.The JB Charleston Veterinary Treatment Facility provides medical care to military working dogs and the cats and dogs of military members and retirees. Additionally, the clinic has the responsibility of ensuring all food sold and served... MORE

U.S. Army Capt. Chelsi Deaner, Joint Base Charleston Veterinary Treatment Facility veterinary core officer, examines Military Working Dog Ari’s teeth while Senior Airman Trey Weston, a 628th Security Forces Squadron military working dog handler, holds Ari’s mouth open at the Veterinary Treatment Facility here, Oct. 18, 2016. The JB Charleston Veterinary Treatment Facility provides care to military working dogs and has quarterly training with the military working dog handlers on emergency procedures and first aid for their dog when they deploy.

Measuring excellence by the milligram
October 18, 2016 — When not supporting the Coast Guard, Navy, Air National Guard and Boeing, the Precision Measurement Equipment Laboratory uses its technical capabilities at Joint Base Charleston – Air Base to support a range of technologies including aircraft countermeasures test sets and night vision goggle testers. “One of the difficulties,” Staff Sgt. Cassandra... MORE

Airman 1st Class William Matlock, 437th Maintenance Squadron electronics technician, uses a spectrum analyzer on Oct. 4, 2016, at Joint Base Charleston, South Carolina. The spectrum analyzer is used to test signal distortion, noise, and modulation for various radio frequencies.

Dental program connects Trident Tech, JB Charleston
September 29, 2016 — People join the military for different reasons. Some reasons include: wanting to serve their country, wanting to see the world, acquiring personal discipline or being part of an institution. A significant number of others join to pursue educational opportunities. Thanks to a joint-educational agreement, dental technicians in the Air Force have the... MORE

Jennifer Pulley, a dental hygienist student at Trident Technical College, practices dental cleaning on a simulated patient during class at Charleston, South Carolina, Sept. 13, 2016. The students are civilian and active-duty service members training to become board certified dental hygienists. The cooperative dental program consists of an 18-24 month curriculum.

Sheet Metal and Corrosion Shop repairs JBC aircraft
September 23, 2016 — Joint Base Charleston C-17 Globemaster IIIs travel around the world transporting cargo, people, munitions and humanitarian supplies. When they return, maintenance is required.The 437th Maintenance Squadron Sheet Metal and Corrosion Shop is responsible for maintaining and repairing the airframe of the C-17.“We work on three major components of the... MORE

Senior Airman John Yesis, 437th Maintenance Squadron Sheet Metal and Corrosion Shop aircraft structural technician, repairs an engine torque box on a C-17 Globemaster III at Joint Base Charleston, South Carolina, Sept. 14, 2016. The torque box helps control the thrust reverser control valve module allowing the thrusters in the engine to work properly.

Taking a swing at being a world champ
September 14, 2016 — Often described as a “good walk spoiled,” golf is a game of patience. The sport requires a mindset and commitment that accepts small victories and defeats – an outlook that 1st Lt. Kyle Westmoreland, 628th Comptroller Squadron budget analyst, not only possesses, but put to the test during the 2016 World Military Championship recently.An email... MORE

Air Force 1st Lt. Kyle Westmoreland of Charleston AFB, S.C. on the fairway during the 2016 Armed Forces Golf Championship at Fort Jackson, S.C. 20-23 August. Westmoreland captured the gold medal in the Men's Competition, as Air Force returned to the podium to take the team gold. (Courtesy Photo)

Tomorrow is a brighter day for South Carolina veterans
March 15, 2016 — As a young girl, Durbin Emerson's mother took her to see the movie, "Gone with the Wind." During the Atlanta rail yard scene with row upon row of maimed and wounded soldiers moaning and crying out, Durbin wept.As a young business professional in the 1970's making his way in Washington, D.C., Trux Emerson was angered by the fact that his buddies,... MORE

Trux and Durbin Emerson, co-founders, Fisher House Charleston.
Fisher Houses are built on or near military and VA medical centers nationwide
where military and veterans' families can stay at no cost while a loved one is
receiving treatment. The Emersons have been working on this project since 2012
and hope to have the Fisher House Charleston fully operating by the end of
2017. (U.S. Air Force photo / Seamus O'Boyle)

Emerging Professional's Award Recipient
December 10, 2015 — The Air Force rewards its Airmen who work hard and demonstrate dedication to duty. Occasionally, Airmen are recognized outside of the military environment. Recently, a local Air Force officer received a prestigious award.Captain David Lutz, 628th Air Base Wing executive officer, received the Graduate Degree Emerging Professional's Award from... MORE

Capt David Lutz, 628th Air Base Wing executive officer, received the Emerging Professional’s Graduate Degree Award from Dr. Ann C. Crouter, College of Health and Human Development dean (left) and Jeffrey Sarabok, CHHD Alumni Society Board of Directors Officers president, during the CHHD Alumni Society Awards Dinner at Pennsylvania State University on Nov. 6, 2015. Lutz’s former professor and mentor, Joe Dionisio and his wife, Lois, were in attendance to congratulate Lutz on his award. (Courtesy photo)

Physical therapy: Getting you back on your feet!
August 4, 2015 — Walking through the doors, work stations and equipment are evident throughout the room. From the angled trampoline, to the colored bands, to the free weights, it all has its place and purpose. At the main desk is a smiling Airman ensuring you receive any needed assistance.The medical operations squadron in the 628th Medical Group on Joint Base... MORE

The physical therapy room inside the 628th Medical Group Phyical Therapy Clinic has multiple types of equipment to better the lives of its patients at Joint Base Charleston. The physical therapy team consists of its flight commander, Capt. Josh Van Wyngaarden, its non-commissioned officer in charge, Staff Sgt. Satin Polanco, Dr. Ryan Moore and physical medicine technician, Staff Sgt. Jake Wielgosiek. (U.S. Air Force photo/ Thomas T. Charlton)