Features - Page 15

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...

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,...

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...

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...

Sailor becomes first Air Force SFS flight chief
July 24, 2015 — A sailor assigned to the 628th Security Forces Squadron at Joint Base Charleston, S.C., became the first Navy Master at Arms to become an Air Force certified security forces flight chief.Due to a dwindling number of certified flight chiefs, Petty Officer 1st Class Ethan Holland volunteered to participate in a 60 day certification to become one. He...

Naval Weapons Station civilian retires after 35 years of service
July 22, 2015 — A 628th Security Forces Squadron, Joint Base Charleston Weapons Station police officer and member of the Harbor Patrol Unit has decided it's time to remove his badge, hang up his handcuffs and retire.After 35 years of combined federal and military service, William (or Bill as he's known to his co-workers) Stevens Jr., will officially retire from...

Raven 1 reflects on career
July 22, 2015 — When an individual was found dead in the wheel well of an Air Force aircraft after departing a foreign country, Gen. Ronald Fogleman, who later became the Air Force Chief of Staff, determined that additional security was needed to ensure the safety of Air Mobility Command's aircraft. He asked Col. Lawrence "Rocky" Lane, the AMC chief of Security...

Vietnam, A Look Back: Part IV
July 14, 2015 — Editor's Note: Mr. Michael Petersen's story is a four-part series that takes an in-depth look at the hardships, camaraderie and challenges of the Vietnam War and integration back into daily life once returning home. Petersen is a retired Air Force Reserve command chief master sergeant and currently works as a government civilian leading Joint Base...

Vietman, A Look Back: Part III
July 6, 2015 — Editor's Note: Mr. Michael Petersen's story is a four-part series that takes an in-depth look at the hardships, camaraderie and challenges of the Vietnam War and integration back into daily life once returning home. Petersen is a retired Air Force Reserve command chief master sergeant and currently works as a government civilian leading Joint Base...

Former commanders reflect on time with 17th AS
June 24, 2015 — With the inactivation ceremony date set for June 25, 2015, the 17th Airlift Squadron prepares to close its doors and former commanders are reflecting on their time at the helm of the first operational C-17 squadron.Two of those commanders are Maj. Gen. (ret) Ron Ladnier, and Brig. Gen. Lenny Richoux, the current director of the Colonels Management...