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Beyond the Call of Duty
January 6, 2022 — Being on a deployment is an extremely taxing job. Having longer hours while being away from family and friends is enough to make anyone feel exhausted. Senior Airman Jibiliya Ann is the exception... MORE

Senior Airman Jibiliya Ann poses for a feature photograph to go with a written article, "Beyond the Call of Duty".

Leading Through Adversity
December 10, 2021 — In 2013 Grace Tinkey graduated high school with a clear vision of her future and was appointed to the U.S. Air Force Academy. Unfortunately, life took an unexpected turn, and her focus had to change. ... MORE

U.S. Air Force Senior Airman Grace Tinkey, 15th Airlift Squadron, is a C-17 Globemaster III loadmaster at Joint Base Charleston, S.C. Her responsibilities include properly loading, securing and escorting cargo and passengers. Tinkey was the number one selectee from Air Mobility Command to attend the Senior Leader Enlisted Commissioning Program-Officer Training School. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Jade Dubiel)

628th MDG DECON Exercise
November 23, 2021 — The 628th Medical Group conducted a three-day decontamination training exercise at Joint Base Charleston, S.C., Nov. 2-4, 2021... MORE

Airmen assigned to the 628th Medical Group lift a simulated patient during a Decontamination Training Exercise at Joint Base Charleston, S.C., Nov. 4, 2021.

Team Charleston honors POW/MIA Recognition Day
September 22, 2021 — Joint Base Charleston hosted POW/MIA Recognition Day by hosting a series of memorial events at Joint Base Charleston, South Carolina, Sept. 16, 2021... MORE

U.S. Air Force Col. Marc Greene, the 628th Air Base Wing and Joint Base Charleston commander, carries the POW/MIA flag while Combat Veterans Motorcycle Association rides along during the observed POW/MIA Recognition Day run at Joint Base Charleston, South Carolina, Sept. 16, 2021. Military personnel from different backgrounds came together all over base in honor of those prisoners of war and missing in action. Currently 83,000 service members unaccounted for. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Jade Dubiel)

Power through precision
April 19, 2021 — When it comes to accuracy and efficiency, no one does it better than the Airmen from the 437th Maintenance Squadron Precision Measurement Equipment Laboratory (PMEL). Airman 1st Class Ayanna Gaines is a test, measurement and diagnostic equipment (TMDE) apprentice that supports the mission at Joint Base Charleston. ... MORE

U.S. Air Force Staff Sgt. Chase Lovelace a test measurement and diagnostic equipment (TMDE) technician , calibrates a set of weights on a high accuracy balance scale at Joint Base Charleston, S.C. April 12, 2021. Test measurement and diagnostic equipment is used to accurately measure, calibrate, and test equipment or tools that might need repair.

Military Working Dogs help safeguard Joint Base Charleston
March 25, 2021 — Joint Base Charleston 628th Security Forces Squadron has military working dogs and handlers that help guard the base and keep everyone safe. Military working dogs and their handlers are important members of the military and there are many jobs that would be much harder to accomplish without them.  ... MORE

Military working dog, Kantor, poses for a photo March 10, 2021 on Joint Base Charleston, S.C. Military working dogs are used in the military for detecting explosives, searching for contraband and drugs and patrolling. They advance their training on a daily basis and also hone in their skill that they have already learned.

Military spouse dedicates time to service members and their families.
February 12, 2021 — Being a military spouse is an adventure in an of itself. Being involved and supportive of your military community is one of the best ways to be able to support and connect with your fellow military families and friends. Stacey Benson is a military spouse and more specifically, the Community Outreach Manager for PCSgrades. ... MORE

Stacey Benson, community outreach manager for PCSgrades, reviews her work at her home in Charleston, S.C. Feb. 1, 2021.

JB Charleston Airman exceeds standards, earns multiple awards for accomplishments
January 26, 2021 — Airman 1st Class Makayla Evans, 628th Air Base Wing Judge Advocate paralegal, raised her right hand to support and defend the Constitution of the United States, hopeful for a bright future but not entirely sure what to expect as a young Airman. She even took that oath a step further as a paralegal, tasking her with the responsibility to uphold justice for Airmen who defend it throughout the Air Force... MORE

Airman 1st Class Makayla Evans, 628th Air Base Wing Judge Advocate paralegal, poses in front of the United States Air Force seal Jan. 15, 2021 at Joint Base Charleston, S.C.

437th MXG recognizes team member's 51 years of service
December 22, 2020 — The 437th Maintenance Group suite was renamed in honor of a dedicated civilian with 51 years of service under her belt on December 18, 2020. Erma Asaro, an administrative executive assistant for the 437th MXG, started her career right out of high school in 1964 working at the Pentagon. Asaro began to work at Charleston with the 315th Airlift Wing in 1974 and finally ended up in the 437th MXG in 1988. During Asaro’s time, she was awarded the Civilian Achievement Medal, the Civilian Exemplary Service Medal four times, the Civilian Meritorious Service Medal and the Outstanding Career Civilian Service Medal. ... MORE

Erma Asaro, an administrative executive assistant for the 437th Maintenance Group, poses with her shadowbox during her retirement ceremony, at Joint Base Charleston S.C., Dec. 18, 2020. Asaro served 51 years of outstanding service and was instrumental in the success of numerous large formation exercises, humanitarian relief operations and real world contingencies.

Regardless of the uniform we wear: 628th CES Fire Department
December 9, 2020 — The 628th Civil Engineer Squadron supports many different missions here at Joint Base Charleston, S.C. The Fire Department on base consists of 57 military and 52 civilian members that work together to ensure the people of Joint Base Charleston are safe and protected from any immediate danger. Christopher Swift, a driver operator working with the 628th CES, is always ensuring the mission is complete. ... MORE

Christopher Swift, a driver operator for the 628th Civil Engineer Squadron, helps Airmen and civilian firefighters prepare for a training exercise, at Joint Base Charleston, S.C., Dec. 3, 2020. Swift and his team members at the 628th CES Fire Department support the mission by saving lives and protecting the people of Joint Base Charleston.