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Loadmaster delivers last C-17, father delivered first
September 19, 2013 — For one family, the term "like father, like son" has never been more true.Any father would be proud to watch their son be a part of the arrival of the last C-17 Globemaster III to Joint Base Charleston. However, for Ret. Chief Master Sgt. Bob Morris, felt more than pride knowing his son, Tech. Sgt. Mike Morris, 437th Airlift Wing Operations Group... MORE

(Left) Tech. Sgt. Mike Morris, 437th Airlift Wing Operations Group standards and evaluations loadmaster, enjoys a stroll on the flight line with his father, Ret. Chief Master Sgt. Bob Morris, C-17 Training Systems Charleston lead loadmaster, Sept. 17, 2013 at Joint Base Charleston – Air Base, S.C. Bob is a retired loadmaster and was on the plane for the arrival of the first C-17 delivered to the Air Force in June 1993. (U.S. Air Force photo / Senior Airman Tom Brading)

You are not alone: September, Suicide Prevention Month
September 18, 2013 — There is a predator looming over the United States Armed Forces, stealing lives of honorable service members every year.It is not concerned if you have a family at home, whether you're male or female - if you just started your career or just finishing it."Suicide is a massive problem that is affecting the total force of the military," said Maj... MORE

(U.S. Air Force photo/graphic by Senior Airman Ashlee Galloway)

The journey home: Final USAF C-17 takes inaugural flight
September 13, 2013 — As the sun rose above Long Beach, Calif., the last U.S. Air Force C-17 Globemaster III, P-223, rolled off the Boeing assembly onto the flight line where it was prepared for its inaugural flight to Joint Base Charleston, S.C.A ceremony was held on stage with the P-223 in the backdrop for all to see, while Air Force leaders thanked the Boeing... MORE

The sun rises above the final U.S. Air Force C-17 Globemaster III, P-223, as crew members arrive at the Boeing plant Sept. 12, 2013, at Long Beach, Calif. The C-17 was flown from California to Joint Base Charleston, S.C., by pilots to include Gen. Paul Selva, Air Mobility Command commander, Lt. Gen. James Jackson, Air Force Reserve commander, and Lt. Gen. Stanley Clarke, Air National Guard director. This historical event comes more than 20 years after the 437th Airlift Wing and the 315th Airlift Wing took delivery of the very first C-17 to enter the Air Force inventory June 14, 1993 and marks the successful completion of C-17 production for the U.S. Air Force. (U.S. Air Force photo/ Senior Airman Dennis Sloan)

Supporting the warfighter: 841st Transportation Battalion 's unique mission
September 4, 2013 — With more than 50 mission partners spread across Joint Base Charleston, one unit you may not be aware of is the 841st Transportation Battalion, which plays a vital role in military operations and supporting the warfighter. The 841st Transportation Battalion's mission is to deploy and conduct surface deployment and redeployment distribution and... MORE

The 841st Trasportation Battalion conducts documentation support and port clearance, loads, unloads and onward-moves cargo that comes to their ports via ocean, and goes out from the 841st TB via rail or truck. (Courtesy photo)

Before the last C-17, part III: So the bird may fly
August 27, 2013 — Editor's Note: For more than 20 years, the C-17 Globemaster III has delivered rapid air mobility at a moment's notice around the world. With the last U.S. Air Force C-17 scheduled to roll off the Boeing assembly line Sept. 12, 2013, we look back on the continuing impact this signature Charleston aircraft makes to the United States Air Force through... MORE

Senior Airman Cody Richman, 437th Aircraft Maintenance Squadron C-17 Globemaster III flying crew chief, stands in front of a C-17 Aug. 12, 2013, at Joint Base Charleston – Air Base, S.C. ensures the aircraft is working properly and is safe to fly at a moment’s notice. (U.S. Air Force photo/ Senior Airman Dennis Sloan)

Biking group stays active physically in the community
August 16, 2013 — Marrington Plantation, more than 1,600 acres of woodlands on Joint Base Charleston - Weapons Station, has many visitors each year who enjoy hunting, hiking, picnicking, fishing, wildlife watching and mountain biking. Although there aren't any mountains in the LowCountry, that fact doesn't stop members of the Low Country Fat Tire Freaks from getting... MORE

Tech. Sgt. Nathan Swab, 628th Communications Squadron quality assurance evaluator and a Low Country Fat Tire Freaks member, rides his bike Aug. 13, 2013, at Marrington Plantation on Joint Base Charleston - Weapons Station, S.C. The Marrington trail system is more than 19 miles long and has an average of 6,000 visitors a year. The LCFTF is a group of volunteers who help maintain the trails. (U.S. Air Force photo/Senior Airman Jared Trimarchi)

Before the last C-17, part II: Flying there and back
August 14, 2013 — (Editor's Note: For more than 20 years, the C-17 Globemaster III has delivered rapid air mobility at a moment's notice all around the world. With the last U.S. Air Force C-17 scheduled to roll off the Boeing assembly line Sept. 12, 2013, we look back on the continuing impact this signature Charleston aircraft makes to the United States Air Force... MORE

Lt. Col. Doug Soho, 437th Operations Group chief of standards and evaluations, has dedicated his career to flying heavy airlift for the U.S. Air Force. Soho is scheduled to be one of the pilots on the last C-17 to join JB Charleston’s Globemaster fleet. (U.S. Air Force photo / Airman 1st Class Tom Brading)

Airman’s actions in support of OEF result with AFCAM
August 8, 2013 — On April 9, 2012, a U.S. Navy Seal Team was conducting a village stability patrol mission along a ledge of a mountain in Afghanistan. During their mission, the team was engaged by PKM machine gun and AK47 small arms fire - resulting in one of their team members being shot in the leg."We were pretty much going out every day," said Tech. Sgt... MORE

Col. Michael Mongold, 628th Mission Support Group commander, presents Tech. Sgt. Hartley, 628th Security Forces Squadron dog handler, with the Air Force Combat Action medal certificate July 24, 2013, at Joint Base Charleston - Air Base, S.C. (U.S. Air Force photo/ Senior Airman George Goslin)

Before the last C-17: Carrying the load
August 6, 2013 — (Editor's Note: For more than 20 years, the C-17 Globemaster III has delivered rapid air mobility at a moment's notice all around the world. With the last U.S. Air Force C-17 scheduled to roll off the Boeing assembly line Sept. 12, 2013, we look back on the continuing impact this signature Charleston aircraft makes to the United States Air Force... MORE

Capt. Paul Geunther, 16th Airlift Squadron C-17 pilot, and Master Sgt. Aaron Avery, 16th AS standards and evaluations superintendent, have 31 years of combined experience inside the C-17 Globemaster III. JB Charleston is scheduled to receive the final C-17 Sept. 12, 2013, as Boeing completes work on the U.S. Air Force’s last Globemaster. The first C-17 to enter the Air Force’s inventory arrived at Charleston Air Force Base in June 1993. The C-17 is capable of rapid strategic delivery of troops and all types of cargo to main operating bases or directly to forward bases in the deployment area. (U.S. Air Force photo / Airman 1st Class Tom Brading)

The road to fitness: One Airman's drive to get fit, inspire others
July 26, 2013 — "Losing weight isn't easy," said Senior Airman Jared Trimarchi, 628th Air Base Wing Public Affairs photo-journalist. "But, nothing worth having in life is."Since Trimarchi began his fitness journey a little more than a year ago, he's lost more than 60 pounds. His road to fitness is paved in hard work and discipline, all to improve his health... MORE

(Left) Senior Airman Jared Trimarchi, 628th Air Base Wing Public Affairs photo-journalist, weighed more than 250 pounds when he began his road to fitness, and today Trimarchi (right) has lost 62 pounds and continues to work out, eat healthy and help others reach their goals. (U.S. Air Force photo/ Senior Airman Melissa Goslin / U.S. Air Force graphic Airman 1st Class Tom Brading)