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Airman saves wingman from halfway around the world
December 7, 2010 — Police officials are crediting the quick actions of a security forces Airman here with saving the life of a former Airman living halfway around the world.Senior Airman Jordan Gunterman, a 379th Air Expeditionary Wing fly-away security team leader, led authorities to his former coworker's Florida home after he discovered his friend had overdosed on...

Marrington Elementary School Virtue of the month
December 7, 2010 — The featured virtue for November was "Citizenship." Citizenship is a virtue that will serve children well throughout their lives. In school, a job or in life, good citizenship is a wonderful quality that will ultimately be recognized and rewarded. The Virtue of the Month winners for November were: Cale MooreAaron PrinceMadison WatsonCamron...

Weapons Station trail system at its best
November 30, 2010 — The bright fall weather is showcasing Joint Base Charleston-Weapons Station's trail system at its best.Hikers, off-road bikers and nature lovers are enjoying the fall colors and cooler temperatures as they explore the base's woodlands and wilds. On weekends and holidays, parked cars overflow the existing parking lot onto adjacent road...

Get to know a civilian
November 17, 2010 — Our "Get to know" articles are designed to offer readers the opportunity to get to know a little more about the Airmen, Sailors and civilians who make Joint Base Charleston a great place to live and work. Name: Keith ThompsonPay Grade: GS-11Unit/Job: 628th Civil Engineer Squadron, Natural and Cultural Resources Program managerAge: 47Married?...

Honor Guard Spotlight
November 16, 2010 — Name: Staff Sgt. Joseph H. Truesdale, Jr.Hometown: Jefferson, S.C.Squadron and job title: Aviation resource manager with the 437th Operations Support SquadronTime in the Air Force: six years and nine monthsTime in Honor Guard: six yearsWhat inspired you to join honor guard? My unit First Sergeant at my first base initially inspired me to join. He...

Warrior of the Week – Staff Sgt. Wallace Kirtz
November 16, 2010 — Staff Sgt. Wallace Kirtz works as an aircraft maintenance scheduler with the 437th Maintenance Operations Squadron and has been stationed at Joint Base Charleston since January 2010.As the non-commissioned officer in charge of the documentation section in the Plans, Scheduling and Documentation shop and the aerospace vehicle distribution officer,...

How to make your holiday hazard-free
November 16, 2010 — Tis' the season to be jolly and deck the halls with boughs of holly ... We all know the song, a song that plays during the holidays and brings out the holiday spirit. The holidays are a time for laughter and fun, and for many, a time for showing off your decorating or cooking skills.However, be mindful when hanging lights or frying up a turkey...

First Shirts … machine or human?
November 10, 2010 — A First Sergeant is known to be well respected; a person with a lot of authority, a voice who has the commander's ear and holds a unique position of leadership within the senior NCO corps in the Air Force. And while there are various "hats" the leaders must wear, these "First Shirts" have also been known to be the regulation hammers of their units...

Misuse of prescription drugs could cost career, jail time
November 9, 2010 — At some point in his career, a service member will be prescribed medication. Whether it's for a sore back, knee surgery or a tooth extraction, the prescription will eventually expire.If caught using meds after the prescription expires or for anything other than what it is prescribed for, his physical pain may be the least of his worries.The Uniform...

Is the economy affecting your wallet this holiday season? Learn some tips on how to make the most of your money
November 2, 2010 — The holiday season is right around the corner, a magical time of year that is filled with the warmth of family and friends and the joys of gift-giving. Gifts for friends, family members, co-workers, your husband or wife ... But be mindful that while you may want to buy that perfect gift for loved ones, gift-giving can be a financial drain for most...