07-02-2010 Airlift Dispatch

Dispatch AIRLIFT

Vol. 49, No. 26

628th Air Base Wing, Joint Base Charleston, S.C.

Thursday, July 1, 2010

Photo by Senior Airman Timothy Taylor

New PT standards take effect July 1 Airmen from the 437th Aircraft Maintenance Squadron run during their group physical training at the base track June 29, 2010 on Joint Base Charleston, S.C. New PT standards take affect July 1, 2010 and all Airmen will need a composite score of 75. Results will fall into one of three catagories: 90 and above, excellent; 75-90, satisfactory; and under 75, unsatisfactory. See story, Page 5.

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Enjoy professional pyrotechnics safely off base this holiday

13 weeks until JB CHS full operational capability

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Worldwide departures Cargo moved (tons) (Jan. 1 to June 29, 2010)

10,221 48,310

Active duty deployed Reservists deployed (As of June 25, 2010)

376 170

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COMMENTARY

Airlift Dispatch • July 1, 2010

Command Chief Master Sgt. Terrence Greene 437th Airlift Wing command chief

Earning a promotion to technical sergeant is a challenging and sometimes daunting undertaking for many Airmen. The recent E-6 promotion release brought joy to 92 Charleston Airmen and their families, but it was also disappointing for 408 other eligible staff sergeants.

Sewing on technical sergeant stripes is rewarding in terms of increased responsibility and a sizeable boost to personal income. The average selectee will see an increase of almost 10 percent in base pay and 17 percent in housing allowances, resulting in an estimated gain of $6,000 per year.

This does not factor the early opportunities for additional promotions, pay raises and advancement in the length of a career. Many Airmen have asked me to comment on promotion and to recommend actions for better tests results.

The first thing I ask is how much preparation was completed. Answers usually fall into two categories - one being Airmen who did not commit as much time as they should have, and the other being those who invested an adequate amount of time but

with unremarkable results.

The promotion process involves many weighted factors with two key aspects being the Specialty Knowledge Test and the Professional Fitness Examination. These are the areas which Airmen have full control over and should therefore dedicate their preparation and study efforts to scoring well.

How much should they study? Each Airman should gauge this by understanding their capability to comprehend and retain information. It surprised me to learn that the Air Force average for non-selectees on both tests was in the 50 percent range. Scoring at or less than 50 percent on a test should be a dead giveaway that your preparation technique has failed. Determine what method of study works. It may be writing out flash cards, listening to audiotapes, using one of the commercial study guides or reading the material multiple times.

One approach for understanding your abilities is to take a few college courses.

Attending college builds the mental capacity for critical thinking, test taking, comprehension and self-confidence. Routine studying gives the brain a good workout throughout the year. Once you recognize your preference for understanding material, work hard at it. Mine was using flashcards. If you have been reading through the study materials and it resulted in low scores, then change something for next year - you already know the result from the current process.

Study and preparation for the promotion tests is an individual responsibility.

Capitalize on resources such as the free Professional Development Guide audiotape from the Air Force Professional Development Branch at https://www.omsq.af.mil/pd/MP3s.htm.

Dedicate the necessary time and approach your study plan with a sense of purpose.

The disappointment you have endured should fuel your motivation to be successful next year. Testing for promotion is not a matter of luck, it is about personal commitment and desire to achieving a dream. You too can celebrate earning a stripe next year!

Holding true to the responsibilities of professionalism

By Master Sgt. Michael Ellard 628th Command Post superintendent When you're a member of the greatest military in history, professional image is important at all times. At work, it's simple to adhere to standards of conduct because the military presence is all around us, but what concerns me is how we conduct ourselves once we leave work and drive off the installation.

Regrettably, I've had the misfortune of witnessing some members of our military team misbehaving when they think that no one is watching. In particular, I've seen uniformed members rendering obscene hand gestures to other drivers while on the road, and I'm not talking about a salute. Quite simply, this sort of behavior is unacceptable and damages the outstanding reputation of Joint Base Charleston and the military as a whole.

Why do we assume that it's okay to break from our

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responsibilities to professionalism? Is it because no one watching or is it because we are unaware of our surroundings? If you believe that the local community doesn't care or won't say a thing, then you're wrong.

If anything, they expect more, because we are the guarantors of freedom and heroes of a modern day society. To our local community, we represent more than an organization or a career field; we represent the military as a whole.

The way we present ourselves in uniform directly affects the community's perception of our military forces.

As military members, it seems that we sometimes forget the simple rules once we're off the installation or around the home. Whether it's a quick stop at the gas station, a trip to pick the kids up from day care, running in and out of the grocery store, or getting the mail at home, the smallest moments in life can have the greatest impact. Ultimately, the choice is yours. From exiting a building without your cover, to placing your sunglasses on top of your head, these

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are conscious decisions that you have the power to change.

So, what kind of image you are portraying? Taking a small moment to analyze your actions and surroundings could save you potential embarrassment and prevent you from tarnishing our military reputation. After all, you never know! The person next to you could be a commander, supervisor, peer or military spouse.

Like I always tell my Airmen and NCOs, would you conduct yourself in the same manner if our wing commanders, Col. Martha Meeker and Col. John Wood, or the wing command chiefs, Chief Master Sgt. Mike Ivey and Chief Master Sgt. Terrence Greene, were standing beside you?

Do what is right, and take pride in your military service by acting in the manner that best reflects those values.

Always remember, you may believe that no one is watching, but that shouldn't matter; as long as you place "integrity first" your professional image will never be compromised.

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COMMENTARY

Airlift Dispatch • July 1, 2010

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Reflections on the Fourth of July

By Lt. Col. David Stroud 437th Airlift Wing Commander's Action Group director

worth repeating

This great land of ours is fertilized by the blood of patriots. During the struggle for independence, nearly 9,000 of the colonist forces were killed. Among those 56 patriots who had pledged their lives, their fortunes, and their sacred honor by signing the Declaration of Independence, at least nine paid that price with their life's blood.

There is a legend told by former President Ronald Reagan about the day of our nation's birth in that little hall in Philadelphia - a day on which debate had raged for hours. The men gathered there were honorable men, hardpressed by a king who had flouted the very laws they were willing to obey. Even so, to sign the Declaration of Independence was such an irretrievable act that the walls resounded with the words "treason, the gallows, the headsman's axe." The issue of independence remained in doubt.

The legend says that at that point a man rose and spoke.

He is described as not a young man, but one who had to summon all his energy for an impassioned plea. He cited the grievance that had brought them to this moment and finally, his voice falling, he said, "They may turn every tree into a gallows, every hole into a grave, and yet the words of that parchment can never die. To the mechanic in the workshop, they will speak hope; to the slave in the mines, freedom. Sign that parchment. Sign if the next moment the noose is around your neck, for that parchment will be the textbook of freedom, the Bible of the rights of man forever."

He fell back exhausted. The 56 delegates swept up by his eloquence, rushed forward and signed that document

“We owe it to our forefathers - and all the veterans who gave their all for this land of liberty – to stand up, be counted and think how blessed we are.”

Lt. Col. David Stroud 437th Airlift Wing Commander's Action Group director

destined to be as immortal as a work of man can be. When they turned to thank him for his timely oratory, he was not to be found, nor could any be found who knew who he was or how he had come in or gone out through the locked and guarded doors. Well, that is the legend - but we do know for certain that those 56 men had pledged their lives, their fortunes and their sacred honor in signing that declaration. Nine of them gave their lives in the war that followed, most gave their fortunes, and all preserved their sacred honor.

What manner of men were they? Dedicated and freedom loving. No different than yourselves! Yes, I mean that. I am truly honored to serve next to you. I am one of a dozen plus officers here at Charleston AFB who voluntarily came back on active duty from retirement. Think I'm crazy? Well, let me tell you. For the many reasons why I came back on active duty, I can tell you this: I, for one, missed wearing the uniform, the camaraderie and the pride

What have you done for your country today?

By Senior Master Sgt. Jim Albini 314th Aircraft Maintenance Squadron Little Rock Air Force Base, Ark. – Sitting in my spare bedroom Tuesday morning, I was looking at a career laid out before my eyes. I saw awards dating back to my days as an airman and goodbye gifts from many of my bases.

I started to reflect on the role models I've had and one name stuck out. Chief Master Sgt. Tim Omdal was the security forces manager at Aviano Air Base, Italy, when I was the plans and programs NCO. I learned a great many things about life and the military through the chief and his family. Often, a lesson was initiated by one simple question, "Jim, what have you done for your country today?"

In its context, many might interpret the question as, "What have you done to earn your paycheck today?"

Perhaps the question was his way of asking "Summarize what you did in the office" or "Did you give the boss your best effort?"

In my early days with Chief Omdal, that's how I answered the question. I only thought about it as it

related to my primary duties. Though I was proud of my response, his expression always seemed as if I was missing something. To this day, I am not sure if it was intentional, but I learned to take a deeper look at the question.

As I grew in my career, I started thinking about my responses and how they related to other aspects of my job. I may have been a pretty good plans NCO, but what kind of supervisor was I? Did I do anything to help mentor a future leader? Did I leave my organization and base a better place? Did I foster esprit-decorps through a private organization, making new friends and being a better NCO along the way?

Sometimes we get hung so up on our jobs that we forget the bigger picture. Our responsibilities go beyond the task at hand to one of mentorship and leadership. Are we setting the right examples and truly training our replacements?

I challenge you to ponder this question from another direction. What have you done for your community today? When you think about your country, think about your community. What are you doing to make it a better place?

in serving my country again.

Sometimes a lump wells up in my throat when I am outside at 4 p.m. and hear the playing of the "Star Spangled Banner" at retreat. I am humbled that I still have an arm that I can smartly snap to attention. I am a proud American, but I have to tell you what hurts me. At retreat, it hurts me to see some who duck back under doors (as I have seen some do at the gym) or sneak back into their cars. We owe it to our forefathers - and all the veterans who gave their all for this land of liberty - to stand up, be counted and think how blessed we are.

Freedom isn't free; history attests to that. Nor will freedom ever be free. With freedom comes responsibility and reliance on God. "Our Constitution," John Adams declared, "was made only for a moral and religious people ... our constitutional government will survive only with a righteous people." To you my fellow Airmen, I say, don't lose sight of the truth that character - not charisma or charm - is an indispensable ingredient to liberty. National character is the core of national defense.

President Dwight D. Eisenhower eloquently proclaimed, "Freedom has its life in the hearts, the actions, the spirit of men and so it must be daily earned and refreshed - else like a flower cut from its life-giving roots, it will wither and die." Patriotism is not a spectator sport.

It's okay to get a little emotional when we salute the flag, sing the national anthem or recite the "Pledge of Allegiance." I call that passion ... and pride.

So this Fourth of July, while you're out burning your burgers - and your backs - basking in the southern sun .... pause for a moment ... and reflect on what the Fourth of July means to you.

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By Master Sgt. Angela Powell 17th Airlift Squadron first sergeant

Family Care Plans We all have a responsibility to ensure we are properly trained to do the mission, and it is equally as important to take care of our dependents.

Air Force Instruction 36-2908, Family Care Plans, states service members are required to have a Family Care Plan established if the member is: • Married military to military with dependents • Single military with dependents • Military with dependents who have special needs This plan must be documented on Air Force Form 357.

The plan should be reviewed and certified annually or when changes occur.

Read AFI 36-2908 for further guidance on Family Care Plans, because taking care of our dependents is just as important as taking care of the mission.

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Airlift Dispatch • July 1, 2010

15 AS deploys in support of OIF, OEF

By Staff Sgt. Daniel Bowles Joint Base Charleston Public Affairs Fifteenth Airlift Squadron Airmen, their families and friends bid each other farewell June 25 as more than 100 members departed for an assignment in the U.S. Central Command area of responsibility.

Trailing just a few days behind an advance team of key squadron personnel, the Airmen will be deployed for approximately 120 days as the 817th Expeditionary Airlift Squadron to various locations throughout Eurasia and the Middle East.

The 817 EAS is responsible for scheduling, planning and executing C-17 missions into the USCENTCOM area of responsibility in support of Operations Iraqi and Enduring Freedom. The unit is headquartered at Incirlik Air Base, Turkey.

As one of many units at Incirlik, the 817 EAS is the second half of a two-part, expeditionary airlift squadron concept, which was established in 2006. Its sister unit is the 816th Expeditionary Airlift Squadron, which operates out of a non-disclosed location in the Middle East. The concept provides two airlift hubs at separate geographic locations to speed passengers and equipment in and out of the fight.

Since 2006, Charleston airlift squadrons have tradition-

ally deployed as the 816 EAS, making the recent deployment as the 817 EAS a first for the 15 AS, and a first for Charleston airlift squadrons altogether. Switching operating environments wasn't a simple task, said Roy Johnson, 437th Operations Group unit deployment manger. So, along with the help of his team, he set out to Turkey prior to the deployment to help clear the way.

One difficulty, Mr. Johnson said, came in the fact that the unit would not all be deploying to one location, but to several, making delivery of the right equipment to the right location a challenge. The advance trip made a world of difference, he said, and gave the ground view of the situation his team needed to execute the deployment.

Once in country, the Airmen of the 15 AS will relieve responsibility from the 21st Airlift Squadron, Travis Air Force Base, Calif., as they return home after serving their rotation as the 817 EAS. Their deployment saw airlift operations totaling 50 million pounds of cargo, which included 70,000 passengers, 585 vehicles, and 52 seniorranking officials to austere airbases throughout Iraq and Afghanistan within the first 60 days - just one sampling of the tremendous effort mobility Airmen bring to the fight.

At a time when Air Mobility Command was delivering approximately 382 Soldiers, Sailors, Marines and Airmen and 637 short tons of cargo daily to Afghanistan locations, former AMC Commander Gen. Arthur Lichte, called

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Incirlik Air Base, "absolutely vital to the warfighter downrange," in mid-2009. Since then, AMC numbers have nearly doubled to more than 633 warfighters and 1,100 short tons airlifted daily due to sustained surge operations.

If the tempo keeps up, the 15 AS will have their hands full, but from the perspective of Lt. Col. Rebecca Sonkiss, 15 AS commander, her unit is ready. The colonel, who recently took command of the 15 AS in late-May, had only returned from a deployment with Charleston's 17th Airlift Squadron in January before now heading back to the AOR yet again.

"I'm incredibly excited. As a commander, it's what we train for - to go out and perform the mission in the AOR and serve the folks on the ground," she said. "Yes, I am quick turning, but that's really a sidebar to what is really a very rewarding experience. To go out and lead our folks doing this is going to be a highlight of my career."

Now, leading her team into a deployment six months after her last, she will be getting to know her squadron, and vice versa, in the fast pace of deployed operations.

"I think we will come together very quickly as a team," she said. "We already have in the process of getting ready to deploy in the last couple weeks. When we get out there, the day-to-day contact with folks is going to be invaluable and really getting to see people at their best when we're out there doing the mission."

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Time to shape up or ship out

By Airman 1st Class Ian Hoachlander Joint Base Charleston Public Affairs Throughout the last year Air Force leadership put extra emphasis on the importance of physical training, healthier lifestyles and making sure Airmen are ready to deploy at a moment's notice.

Since Nov. 19, 2009, the day the Air Force's deputy chief of staff for manpower and personnel announced the new Air Force fitness standards will officially begin July 1, 2010, Airmen were given ample time to change their lifestyles and work on improving their PT scores.

With the new standards the test will be conducted bi-annually. The run counts for 60 percent of the test, the body composition counts for 20 percent, while the push-ups and sit-ups are at 10 percent each. Under the old standards the run counted for 50 percent, the body composition for 30 percent, with the push-ups and sit-ups remaining the same.

Airmen will need a composite score of 75, while also meeting the minimum level for each component. The age groups include: less than 30, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59 and 60-plus. Results will fall into one of three categories: 90 and above, excellent; 75-90, satisfactory; and under 75, unsatisfactory.

Squadron physical training leaders will no longer conduct the testing; instead, the Air Force has hired civilian personnel to enforce the new regulations. Joint Base Charleston's Fitness Testing Technicians include Amanda Rawl, Ron Keur, Margie Lopez-Davis and Elizabeth Wagner. They are tasked with conducting PT tests throughout the week and enforce the standards to the fullest.

"We want to give Airmen honest feedback, while also removing any favoritism which could have happened in the past" said Ronald Keur, 628th Force Support Squadron fitness testing technician. "The Air Force is only as good as it's Airmen and with the new PT standards it not only improves the individual's physical performance, but helps improve the Air Force as a whole."

With the testing scheduled to begin July 1, Airmen must know the correct process to use in order to sign up for their test. Squadron's Unit Fitness Program Managers will get in contact with Airmen who are due or are close to being due for

their fitness test. The UFPM will then schedule a test date for their fellow Airman through the EIM website and the individual taking the test will receive an e-mail confirming the test date and a link to a Fitness Screening Questionnaire.

The Fitness Screening Questionnaire must be filled out and then signed by both the individual taking the test and the Airman's UFPM, which can only be done within seven days of the individuals PT test.

"It is extremely important that the members who are testing bring the questionPhoto by Senior Airman Timothy Taylor naire filled out correctly to their test," said Mr. Keur. "If Staff Sgt. Joan Luyando performs sit-ups during his bi-annual physical fitness test at the the questionnaire is not base running track June 29, 2010 on Joint Base Charleston, S.C. With the new standards, the run counts for 60 percent of the test, while body composition counts for 20 percent, folfilled out properly, the indi- lowed by push-ups and sit-ups at 10 percent each. Under the old standards the run countvidual will be turned away ed for 50 percent, the body composition counted for 30 percent, with the push-ups and sitand written up as a 'no ups remaining the same. Sergeant Luyando is a quality assurance team member with the show.' This could then have 437th Maintenance Group. a potentially negative nicians will hold four tests a day, seven days a week. impact on an Airman's career."

The basic format of the PT test will remain the same Once Airmen show up for their test, they hand the fitness testing technician their Fitness Screening Questionnaire, after beginning with the measuring of body composition. which they will be given a nylon mesh shirt with a number Following the body composition measurements, individuals will be tested on their sit-ups, followed by their push-ups and between one and eight.

"The test will be taken in groups of eight," said Margie will finish off with a run at Joint Base Charleston's new track.

"Everyone has to remember that during the summer it is Lopez-Davis, 628 FSS fitness testing technician. "The individual will show up with their photo identification and extremely important to take care of themselves," said Fitness Screening Questionnaire and then testing will begin Amanda Rawl, 628 FSS lead fitness testing technician. "It is very important that individuals hydrate consistently days once all members arrive."

During the summer, the fitness technicians will hold two before their tests. If an individual gets sick or passes out durtests a day, seven days a week. The times of the test will be ing their test, they will be sent to the medical center and have 6:30 and 8:30 a.m. Once winter rolls around, the fitness tech- to reschedule their test date and do it again."

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Kowall is deployed from Navy Consolidated Brig, Charleston S.C., where he fulfills a special duty assignment as a corrections specialist.

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Airlift Dispatch • July 1, 2010

Winners take all in 'Call of Duty' tournament

Photos by Airman 1st Class Haleigh Greer

Adam Pollard, left, Derek Cormier, right, and Ian Dahan compete in a "Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 2" tournament at the Charleston Club on Joint Base Charleston, S.C., June 26, 2010. The charge to compete was $5 and included food and drinks. Prizes such as gift certificates to the base exchange, restaurants and video game console accessories were awarded to the winners of the tournament.

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Adam Pollard, left, Derek Cormier and Ian Dahan, right, accept their prizes for being the winners of the Modern Warfare tournament which was held at the Charleston Club on Joint Base Charleston, S.C., June 26, 2010. The competition required participants to pay an enrollment fee and all proceeds benefited Airmen Against Drunk Driving.

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Law enforcement out in force for holiday weekend Courtesy of 628th Security Forces Squadron Throughout the Lowcountry, several local law enforcement agencies are expected to conduct roadway checkpoints during the upcoming Fourth of July holiday weekend.

The 628th Security Forces Squadron will join in this community effort to deter, educate and enforce driving laws by conducting random checkpoints in multiple locations on base.

The goal of enforcing the checkpoints is to prevent intoxicated driving and keep the roads safe for all members of Joint Base Charleston.

Independence Day is a time for celebration of freedoms.

Don't let a poor decision turn it into a day of loss for one's career, or for a wingman.

Have a plan. If the plan fails, members of Airmen Against Drunk Driving are a call away by adding AADD to your contacts. The number is 963-2233.

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S.C. legislation aids JB CHS Airmen and families By 2nd Lt. Susan Carlson Joint Base Charleston Public Affairs For families moving to Joint Base Charleston this summer, life just got a whole lot easier with the passing of the Interstate Compact on Educational Opportunity for Military Children in South Carolina on June 11.

"This is a really big win for our kids," said Elsa Summers, Community Readiness Technician for the Joint Base Charleston Airmen and Family Readiness Center.

According to the Compact information paper, the new legislation "allows for the uniform treatment, at the state and local district level, of military children transferring between school districts and states."

Currently, 32 states have passed the Compact, making it the law for individual schools and school districts to work with military families in facilitating enrollment eligibility for incoming students in different areas. The Compact affects both military families moving from state-to-state as well as families with deployed members.

On average, a military dependent child will attend six to nine different school systems between kindergarten and 12th grade. Often, students entering a new school in a different district are not properly enrolled nor are they placed in appropriate classes because their transcripts are delayed in arrival.

"This Compact [ensures] there is an emphasis on getting those transcripts to the school in a timely fashion so [the stu-

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dent] won't be put in a level that's too low or too high," said Mrs. Summers.

In addition, the Compact allows for exemptions for certain classes potentially required for graduation. For example, state history is usually mandatory and students end up taking multiple versions of this class to meet each different state's requirement, often delaying graduation.

One of the largest benefits the Compact provides is leeway on school absences for families with deployed members.

For families like that of Jodi Rauls, a key spouse in one of JB CHS's flying squadrons, and mother of two young daughters, the extra flexibility means a lot. Children whose parent or legal guardian is on leave, immediately returning from or about to go on a deployment are permitted additional excused absences in order to spend time with their family.

"I couldn't believe that here, they counted that kind of an absence as an unexcused absence," said Mrs. Rauls.

Mrs. Rauls was excited to learn that with this new legislation, as long as students make up their work, they will not be penalized for these types of absences.

Here at JB CHS, the Airman and Family Readiness Center has been keeping everyone as informed as possible about the new legislation. The center has kept both base leadership as well as key spouses aware of the status of this piece of legislation. For those families moving to South Carolina, this legislation has a huge impact on their school age children.

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This enactment has come at a perfect time as the Air Force moves into the summer months and permanent change of station is prevalent for many Air Force families. The Compact was passed in the last weeks of the congressional session, just before they closed for the summer. The legislation will go into effect July 1, which is ideal for families PCSing to South Carolina.

"It's a really good thing for our families," explained Mrs. Summers. "It's important that they know there are some provisions for their kids."

The Interstate Compact was initially brought to the table in July of 2008 when 10 states agreed to sign the legislation making it law. South Carolina became the 32nd state to sign the Compact, thus affecting more than 2,100 school-age children that are military dependents on JB CHS. The driving factor for this Compact was the Military Child Organization Coalition. This organization, which has been in existence for 10 years, advocates for military children and their families.

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FEATURE

Airlift Dispatch • July 1, 2010

Don't rock the boat: Stay safe with 5 top Coast Guard tips

By Staff Sgt. Daniel Bowles Joint Base Charleston Public Affairs Whether it's pooling in a lake, flowing down a river or sloshing on the shores, water is not hard to miss in a Lowcountry summer. To aid members of Joint Base Charleston who take to it by boat, the command senior chief of Coast Guard Sector Senior Chief Petty Officer Jeffrey Dale U.S. Coast Guard Charleston recently weighed in venturing out into South Carolina waters.

According to Coast Guard Senior Chief Petty Officer Jeffrey Dale, a veteran of 23 years in the Coast Guard and Navy combined, a successful waterborne adventure can most easily be summed up in five top tips with one simple, overriding theme. Staying safe on the water, means being educated on the dangers and how to avoid them.

"Safety's always first," he said. "The ocean is an unforgiving place. It's not like jumping in a car."

Whereas automobiles are driven year round, a personal boat for some may be dusted off only a few times each spring or summer. So, Senior Chief Dale recommends being familiar with one's vessel and keeping the right equipment on board.

A professional fishing reel might help bring in a whopping trophy fish, but it didn't quite make the senior chief's list. The essential gear Senior Chief Dale recommends is: • Lifejackets • Flares, signal mirror, dye markers • A marine band radio • A sound making device • Flashlights "If someone is out in a 17-foot john boat in camouflage, he is going to be much easier to find with that equipment," he said.

Another device Senior Chief Dale recommends is an Emergency Position Indicating Radio Beacon, or as the senior chief calls it, an EPR. Although this particular EPR won't help enlisted Airmen make their next rank, it just might save a life. The device transmits a signal which can pinpoint an individual's location via satellite. The device can be purchased at any good marine store, the senior chief said.

With water in high supply in the Lowcountry, playing it safe is a safe bet for members of Joint Base Charleston - not just for oneself, but for those without wingmen on the water. Many rescues are performed by "good Samaritans," said Senior Chief Dale, but the term shouldn't be confused with being a hero.

Specifically, the senior chief said that intoxicated individuals should be considered "off limits." If intoxicated individuals are observed on the water, do not approach them, he advised. Instead, call in the report to local law enforcement.

To report an incident or call in an emergency to Coast Guard Sector Charleston, call the 24-hour line at 740-7050.

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The state boasts more than 50 rivers and 10 major lakes, so when out on the water, follow guidance from Coast Guard professionals, look out for others and have a wingman on the water. For more information on South Carolina bodies of water, visit www.sciway.net.

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The following tips from the U.S. Coast Guard are highly recommended for boating and water sport safety:

1 Life jackets: Adults should don when conditions warrant, such as choppy water and high speeds. Children should always wear them.

2 Communications: Use a marine band radio, so other boaters and the Coast Guard can pick up a "mayday" distress call. Don't use a cell phone as a safety line.

3 Check the weather: Before going out on the water, know the weather conditions for the duration of the venture and know the weather limitations of the vessel to be used.

4 File a float plan: Leave an itinerary with a trusted individual. List dates, times and locations for the departure, arrival and waypoints. Also list other individuals traveling on the vessel. After making the plan, stick to it.

5 Intoxicated boating is illegal: Alcohol and boating don't mix. The symptoms are the same on water as on the road - delayed reactions, impaired senses and lapse in judgment. The effects can be deadly.

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Fireworks: just leave it to the professionals

By Stu Wyatt 628th Air Base Wing safety office

9 p.m. at Gahagan Sports Park at 515 W. Boundary Street.

Just down the street at the Woodlands Inn resort, the Summerville orchestra will perform from 4 to 8:30 p.m.

Independence Day is knocking on the door. Ready or July 4: The 14th Annual 4th of July Blast at Patriot's not, here it comes. So what are your plans? If you are Point is scheduled to begin at 4 p.m. with live entertainstaying in the local area there are some great things to do ment and a 20-minute firework display shot from the right here in the Lowcountry. deck of the USS Yorktown after nightfall. Admission fee July 2: Joint Base Charleston at Naval Weapons includes admission to the museum. The parking lot will Station Charleston will host the Freedom Fest have live music from Katbandoo starting at 7 p.m. and Independence Day celebration at Marrington Plantation, ending at 9 p.m. The Patriots Point fireworks show is the including food, beverages, and an obstacle course, a largest in the Lowcountry. jousting tournament and hot air balloon rides, all cumuJuly 4: North Charleston will hold its Fourth of July lating with a 45-minute fireworks display.

Festival at Riverfront Park. The Fourth of July Festival July 3: The Navy Short Stay will host a street dance will feature Quiana Parler from "American Idol," the from 7 to 11 p.m. with a fireworks show at dark. Short "Blue Dogs" and "CoastRunner," cumulating with a fireStay is located on Lake Moultrie in Moncks Corner, S.C. works display at dark over the Cooper River. Admission July 3: Downtown Summerville will hold its annual is free and will include activities for children, 14 food Red, White and Blue on the Green festival in Hutchinson vendors and a huge sand box for kids to play in.

Square in front of the town hall. The event will include July 4: The city of Isle of Palms is scheduled to host jump castles, games, crafts, food, costume contest and a a Fourth of July fireworks display on Front Beach at non-motorized parade at 7 p.m.

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July 4: Summerville will host a fireworks display at July 4: Folly Beach will hold a fireworks display over the Atlantic Ocean. Play at the beach or fish off the Taylor Fishing Pier before the show.

With all of the great shows and events in the area, let the professionals do the work while you relax and enjoy the show with your family. However, if shooting off fireworks is a family tradition, a few rules will ensure a safe holiday weekend.

First, never ever make your own fireworks.

Amazingly enough, some of our service members have been known to do this with devastating results. This reckless and illegal practice has resulted in the loss of hands and even death of military members.

Next, when buying fireworks, do so from a reputable company. Don't trust fingers, eyes, ears, or those of family members to the fly by night vendors. Recently illegal and dangerous fireworks have been shipped to U.S. territories. April 2, the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives seized 500 cases of illegal hazardous explosives shipped from Beihai, China, to the Northern Mariana Islands.

The bureau destroyed Courtesy photo more than 2,200 pounds of Fireworks are a perpetual reminder of the Fourth of July, but with the entertainment comes a greater chance of injury to users and spectators. Only children ages 13 and older should explosives. According to be allowed to handle sparklers, which are the number one cause of fireworks-related emer- an ATF release, "more gency room trips. state and local bomb tech-

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The 2010 Freedom Fest will include a fireworks display July 2 at Marrington Plantation on Naval Weapons Station Charleston, just off of Red Bank Road. The display is scheduled to begin at approximately 9 p.m. Free parking is available and the gates open at 5 p.m. For a map of the base, visit www.militarynewcomers.com. Select "Navy" under "Base Guides," then "NWS Charleston."

nicians have been injured or killed disposing of illegal fireworks than any other type of disposal operation."

Firework shooters should wear safety glasses or goggles and always have water hose or bucket available.

Never relight a "dud," as it may still be a "live round."

Wait 20 and soak it in a bucket of water. Also, keep spectators back a safe distance from the shooter.

Children ages 13 and older should be allowed to handle sparklers, which are the number one cause of fireworksrelated emergency room trips.

Finally, obey local laws. Fireworks are strictly prohibited on Charleston Air Force Base, and each municipality in South Carolina is different. If illegal explosives activity is observed, call the local fire or police department.

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Airlift Dispatch • July 1, 2010

24 Airmen graduate from ALS: 14 AS claims Levitow Award Courtesy of 628th Force Support Squadron Airman Leadership School Class 10-E graduated during a formal ceremony at the Charleston Club here June 24.

The class graduated 24 students and included Airmen from Joint Base Charleston, Indiana Air National Guard and Georgia Air National Guard.

Joining the new enlisted leaders on graduation night, Senior Master Sgt. Stanley Johnson, 437th Maintenance Squadron, served as guest speaker.

Senior Airman Shawn Goggin, 14th Airlift Squadron, was presented the John L. Levitow Award at the ceremony as the top-performing student during the course. Also from the 14th Airlift Squadron, Senior Airman Daniel Kaminske was named the Distinguished Graduate.

In addition, Airman Kaminske won the Academic Achievement Award, and Senior Airman Michael Adams, 628th Civil Engineer Squadron, was recognized with the Leadership Award.

Graduates from the five-week course included: Class Commander: Staff Sgt. Stacy Groves, 628th Medical Group 14 AS: Staff Sgt. Justin Volkman 15th Airlift Squadron: Senior Airman Jeremy Owens 16th Airlift Squadron: Senior Airman Kenneth Common 17th Airlift Squadron: Staff Sgt. Cody Barry 437th Aircraft Maintenance Squadron: Senior Airman Ryan Hare 437th Aerial Port Squadron: Staff Sgts. Terry Blankenship and Leah Bowling 437th Maintenance Squadron: Senior Airmen Derrick Gonzales and Jessica Thweatt 437th Operations Support Squadron: Staff Sgt. Ryan Gewinner and Senior Airman Michael Haid 628th Communications Squadron: Senior Airman Samuel Remmel 628th Logistics Readiness Squadron: Staff Sgt. Kenneth Whited 628th Security Forces Squadron: Staff Sgts. John Diaz-Colon, Steven Jones, Craig Martin, Fazel Munshi and Eugene Nace 181st Intelligence Wing: Senior Airman Adam McCullough 165th Civil Engineer Squadron: Senior Airman Luke Mayer

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Col. Martha Meeker, left, and Chief Master Sgt. Mike Ivey, right, present Senior Airman Shawn Goggin with the John L. Levitow Award during the Airman Leadership School Class 10-E graduation at the Charleston Club here June 24. The award is given for a student's exemplary demonstration of excellence both as a leader and a scholar. Colonel Meeker is the Joint Base Charleston commander, Chief Ivey is the 628 ABW command chief, and Airman Goggin is a loadmaster with the 14th Airlift Squadron.

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Aviation fuel savings: AMC leading the charge

By Laura McAndrews Air Mobility Command Public Affairs

"By its very nature, the AMC mission requires a lot of fuel," said Maj. Gen. Brooks Bash, AMC director of operations. "This command provides the SCOTT AIR FORCE BASE, Ill. â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Air Mobility strategic airlift, aeromedical evacuation and air Command has the largest fleet of the biggest airframes in refueling to support the warfighter, and we do this the Air Force and they are the Department of Defense's while also ensuring we're able to provide aid and largest aviation fuel customer consuming 28 percent of support for humanitarian operations whenever disDODs aviation fuel use, but AMC is leading the charge in aster strikes." making energy a consideration in everything they do.

AMC aircraft fly 66 percent of the missions During the third annual Air Force Energy Forum in flown in the U.S. Central Command's Area of May Undersecretary of the Air Force Erin Conaton Responsibility. Since 9-11, AMC's airlifters have stressed the importance of being efficient while being delivered more than 5 million tons of cargo 14 effective. million passengers, refuelers have offloaded 11 "With the need to deliver fuel, supplies and warfightbillion pounds of fuel, and aeromedical evacuation ing capabilities to remote, austere and landlocked places experts have conducted more than 151,000 patient like Afghanistan, reducing the amount of energy our movements. force requires becomes even more important," said Ms. And they're working around the clock finding ways to Conaton. become more efficient.

As of June 8, the Mobility Air Forces have implemented 11 fuel efficiency initiatives with projected yearly fuel consumption reductions of 65.3 million gallons at a cost avoidance of $184.1 million. Twelve additional initiatives have been identified, and once implemented, the command will reduce fuel consumption an additional 51.1 million gallons at a cost avoidance of $144.1 million, for a total yearly reduction of 116.4 million gallons at a cost Photo by Lt. j.g. Kyle Terwilliger From left, an F/A-18F Super Hornet aircraft assigned to the "Black Aces" of Strike avoidance of $328.2 million.

Fighter Squadron (VFA) 41 flies beside an Air Force KC-10 Extender aircraft as it refu- (Note: The dollar figures are els one of two F/A-18C Hornet aircraft assigned to VFA-97 during a flight over based on the current price of Afghanistan on Oct. 15, 2009. The F/A-18s are part of the USS Nimitz (CVN 68) Carrier $2.82 per gallon for JP-8 fuel.)

Strike Group, which is on a routine deployment to the U.S. 5th Fleet area of operations.

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include: reducing aircraft weight of non-mission essential items and working with foreign countries to fly more fuel efficient routes. "[These are all] smart, simple, effective ways to conserve energy," added Ms. Conaton.

In the last fiscal year the Air Force spent nearly $8.5 billion on fuel, mostly for aircraft.

"Every dollar we spend on energy is one less dollar that we have to spend on Airmen, their readiness and their weapon systems," said Ms. Conaton. "All of us in government are charged with being good stewards of tax payer dollars. We need to be able to demonstrate to ourselves, to Congress and to the American people that our energy dollars are being spent in the most effective manner possible."

"AMC will endeavor to reduce our demand for energy by enabling the creativity and good ideas of all Airmen," said General Bash. "We are embracing the Air Force's motto to make energy conservation a consideration in all we do."

"I applaud the AMC Airmen for providing a critical capability to the joint effort while pursuing creative methods to boost fuel efficiency," said Ms. Conaton.

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To obtain a list of participating museums in the area, visit www.arts.gov/bluestarmuseums and click a state on the map to see a list of museums.

Making a good marriage better: Learn how temperament impacts a healthy marriage, how to define a healthy marriage and maintain it by developing communication, negotiation and conflict resolution skills July 1 from 5:30 to 8 p.m. Couples only and no children, please. A light snack will be provided.

Friday Freedom Fest 2010: The Naval Weapons Station invites all Joint Base Charleston Airmen, civilian employees, retirees and their families to Freedom Fest 2010 on Friday, July 2. Gates open to Marrington Plantation at 5 p.m., with free admission and parking. Along with the giant fireworks display, there will be music, food, face painting, an inflatable playground, paintball, sumo suit wrestling and jousting tournaments. A new attraction this year will be hot air balloon rides. All are encouraged to bring a blanket or beach chair for seating to view the fireworks. For more information, call the Liberty Office on Naval Weapons Station Charleston at 764-7002.

Wednesday S.C. employment services: Meet with a South Carolina job services representative to help in your job search and provide limited resume assistance July 7. Individuals seeking service must register online and identify job leads before arriving at the Airman and Family Readiness Center, Building 500. This service is first-come, first-serve. Walk-ins begin at 10 a.m. Call 9634406 to register.

Sponsor Training: Learn the keys to being a good sponsor by attending this training class July 7 from 8:30 to 9:30 a.m. Class is held at the Airman and Family Readiness Center. Call 963-4406 to reserve your seat.

Resume I and cover letter class: Learn how to put together a resume during a class July 7 from 9 a.m. to noon. The class will include the purpose of a cover letter, what it should contain as well as formats for a resume.

July 8 Ready, Set, Parent: New and expecting parents will learn about Shaken Baby Syndrome prevention, infant care, baby playtime, TriCare Issues, budgeting and more July 8 from 5:30 to 8 p.m.

Each parent is given a "bundle" from the Air Force Aid Society containing cribbing, a receiving blanket, hooded towel and a three-pack of onesies. Call 963-4406 to sign up.

July 9 Moose Scramble: The 17th Airlift Squadron is scheduled to host a 4-man scramble July 9 at the Wrenwoods Golf Course on Joint Base Charleston with a shotgun start at 8 a.m. The cost is $40 and includes a BBQ pork sandwich lunch along with raffle entries and a chance to win prizes. To register submit your name as part of a 4-man team by July 2 to Patrick.griffin.3@charleston.af.mil.

year Current Air Force Club members and their family members who have been accepted by or are enrolled in an accredited college or university for entry during the fall of 2010 term as a part-time or full-time student are eligible to submit an application. To enter, applicants are asked to write and submit a 500 words or less essay on "What does it mean to be a part of the Air Force Family." All submissions must arrive at the 628th Force Support Squadron Marketing Office in Bldg. 322 by close-of-business Thursday, July 1. For complete submission requirements and an online scholarship application, visit the Club's website at www.afclubs.net.

Funding change to testing: Effective Nov. 20, Defense Activity for Non-Traditional Education Support will only fund a military member's initial examination fee for each subject College Level Examination Program, DANTES Subject Standardized Tests and Excelsior College Examinations exams. Due to the change, all military members taking CLEP, DSST or ECE examination on or after May 20 will be informed they will not be allowed to retest with DANTES funding, on that specific exam, if they do not obtain their desired passing score. However, re-testing will continue to be available on a personally-funded basis. Individuals who took a test prior to May 20 must retest prior to Dec. 11. For additional background and details, call 963-4579.

Records management training: Records management training is scheduled the last Tuesday of every month in the conference room of the 2nd floor in Building 302 from 8:30 to 9:30 a.m. Members can sign up on the Enterprise Information Management website.

For any questions or concerns, contact Airman 1st Class Francisco Bastian or Airman 1st Class Miguel Batista at 963-8270.

Meetings and Registrations

Commissary/BX advisory council: The next quarterly Commissary/BX Advisory Council will convene July 22 from 1:30 to 2:30 p.m. in the 628th Mission Support Group Conference Room. Contact Ed Wigim at 963-6255 if you have any items or issues for discussion or recommendation.

Events Healthy Thinking Workshop registration: Do you find yourself feeling angry or stressed more often than you would like or regret Thursday how you act when you are upset? Do you wish you could express Commander's Challenge, Family Run and Info Fair: The yourself more clearly and be more assertive? Consider registering Commander's Fitness Challenge for July will be a 2.5 mile run for the Healthy Thinking Workshop. This is a voluntary class July 1. The run begins at 7:30 a.m. at the Charleston Club. This focused on helping participants manage anger and stress and learn month's Fitness Challenge will also host a Year of the Air Force more effective ways of communicating their emotions. The workFamily one-mile Family and Pet Fun Run at the same time. Both shop is divided into four 90 minute sessions held on consecutive events will start and end at the Charleston Club where there will Wednesdays from 10 to 11:30 a.m., with a new group beginning be healthy snacks and drinks. Representatives from the 628th the first Wednesday of every month. To sign up or for more inforForce Support Squadron will have an Info Fair set up in the ballmation, contact Family Advocacy at 963-6972. room to answer any questions about their facilities, programs and Summer reading registration: The 2010 Base Library Youth activities. For more information, call Fitness and Sports Center at Education and Training Summer Reading Program is underway through Aug. 7. The 963-3347.

Scholarship deadline July 1: Charleston Club Members and theme this year is, "Voyage to Book Island." This program is Family night at the club: The Charleston Club hosts a "1st Thursday Family Night" every month. The next Family Night is their families have the opportunity to submit an entry to vie for designed to encourage and improve reading skills among youth.

July 1 and the fun begins at 5 p.m. with a pizza and spaghetti din- one of the 25 Air Force Club scholarship awards being offered this To register for the program, stop by the Base Library and pick up a summer reading packet. All books in this program must be ner. For club members, the cost of the meal is checked out from the base library. For more information on $5.50 per adult and junior members 12 years this and other base library programs, call 963-3320. old and under eat free. All others please add Palace Chase, Palace Front briefings: The new in-serv$2. Kid's Bingo with cash prizes starts at 6 ice recruiter, Master Sgt. Robert Denehy, will be conducting p.m. and there will be free ice cream cones Palace Chase and Palace Front briefings at 9 a.m. on the first served after the final game. Dining reservaLast incident: June 27 and third Tuesday of every month in Building 503, Room tions are not required. For more information, 258 2010 Total: 12 2009 Total: 16 201. Air Force Instruction 36-3205 mandates that eligible call the Charleston Club office at 963-3914. saved Airmen who are separating be informed about the benefits Newcomer's Tour: Take a free guided tour 2008 Total: 14 2007 Total: 8 963-2233 this year and opportunities available to them within the Reserve, such of Charleston's Historic district, Fort Moultrie To volunteer, e-mail as cross training, continued service, retirement, education, and the Isle of Palms July 1 from 8 a.m. to AADD.charleston@charleston.af.mil.

Joint Base Charlestonâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Airmen Members receiving a Driving Under the Influence medical insurance and promotion. For more information, 3:15 p.m. Lunch will be on your own.

Against Drunk Driving offers must report to the wing commander the following contact Sergeant Denehy at 963-4499.

Transportation will be provided from the free, confidential rides home. duty day in full service dress accompanied by their Airman and Family Readiness Center. Call supervisor, first sergeant and squadron commander.

Please see more briefs at www.charleston.af.mil 963-4406 to reserve your seat on the bus.

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Squadron and job title: 437th Maintenance Squadron crew chief Time in the Air Force: one year, seven months

Who is your role model and why? - My father is my role model. He taught me everything I need to know.

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JB CHS to celebrate ‘Joint Traditions … New Horizons’ at inaugural ball Courtesy of Joint Base Charleston Public Affairs "Joint Traditions ... New Horizons" is the theme for the Joint Base Charleston Military Inaugural Ball scheduled to be held Oct. 23 at the North Charleston Convention Center. In this venue, Team Charleston takes an appreciative look back at the beginnings of joint efforts of the U.S. Navy and the U.S. Air Force and looks forward to new partnerships.

The planning committee has embraced this focus and looks forward to representing some of the joint missions accomplished by these two services through historic displays and vintage uniforms. All Joint Base Charleston members are invited to take part in this event.

The evening begins with a cocktail hour at 6 p.m. and dinner is served at 7 p.m. The Strolling String military band will provide entertainment throughout the evening,

offering the impressive ability to walk through the crowd with their instruments. After dinner entertainment will be a mixture of rhythm and blues, soul and rock as The Cool performs to guests' delight. Event attire is mess dress for officers, mess dress or semi-formal for enlisted and black tie for civilians.

Several fundraising events are planned to help with expenses. They include a golf tournament, bagging groceries, working at a NASCAR race, car washes and food tents. The ball committee is seeking volunteers to help with each event.

Additionally, the committee is also looking for a talented vocalist to sing the national anthem the night of the ball. Auditions will be held in early August.

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By Airman 1st Class Michael Thorndike Membership Officer for the First 6 The Joint Base Charleston First 6 is a professional organization which focuses on providing junior enlisted service members a forum for making the most of their military careers. The organization is open to all pay grades from E-1 through E-6.

The next First 6 meeting is scheduled for July 15 at 11 a.m. in the First Term Airmen Center classroom.

The volunteer opportunities listed below are just a few of many the First 6 supports and are available to all members of Joint Team Charleston. Points of contact are listed for each event, as well as links to websites to make an informed decision on which to volunteer for.

In an effort to highlight base members actively volunteering, the First 6 will be tracking hours worked by volunteers. Contact the First 6 at 963-8278 to be counted in the running or e-mail michael.thorndike@charleston.af.mil.

American Red Cross - Join the 1,200: The local Red Cross needs 1,200 emergency services volunteers now to be prepared in the event of local disasters. Become trained in sheltering, feeding, public information and more.

Trainings are held at the chapter headquarters at 8085 Rivers Avenue in North Charleston. Training will take place July 17 from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. To volunteer please contact Lisa Miller-Wills at 764-2323, ext. 364 or by email at willsLi@usa.redcross.org.

Trident United Way: The Benefit Bank is an innovative network system for delivering benefits and enhancing anti-poverty efforts. The goal is to create a sustained, multiyear antipoverty campaign which brings together faith based, community based and other organizations to serve people forced to live in poverty. Hundreds of volunteers are needed. Scheduling is very flexible at many sites across the area. To volunteer, contact Cathy Easley at 740-9000, ext.

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My Sisters House seeking Spanish-speaking interpreters: Family violence reaches across all cultures, ages and socio-economic levels. Volunteers who can interpret Spanish are needed to help victims of domestic violence.

The organization's need is an ongoing opportunity. To volunteer, please contact Sarah Baird at 747-4069 or by e-mail at hope@mysistershouse.com.

Fields to Families: The gleaning season has begun full force and volunteers are needed to help - sometimes on very short notice. To help an organization committed to ending hunger, visit the website at www.fieldstofamilies.org and choose "Volunteer" to check out upcoming opportunities. For more information, contact Christina Lor at 388-2487 or by e-mail at christina@fieldstofamilies.org.

Charleston County Parks and Recreation Department: Volunteers for this event will spend the day in the park at a private picnic, assisting with the setup and

take down of inflatables. The event will be held July 17 from 10:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. at Wannamaker County Park.

Volunteers must be 16 or older. To volunteer, contact Erin Guerrero at 762-8053 or visit www.ccprc.com.

Good Neighbor Center: "Breaking the cycle of homelessness" provides transitional housing for homeless veterans. Volunteers will be preparing meals, landscaping or assisting in the office. To volunteer, contact Faye Parker at 566-9344 or visit www.thegoodneighborcenter.com.

Lowcountry Orphan Relief: The Lowcountry Orphan Relief is looking for volunteers to help at their office in North Charleston. The LOR is a non-profit organization which provides support and services to local children and their families. Volunteers would be asked to assist at their facility with sorting, organizing and preparing clothing and school supplies to be given to local children. To volunteer, contact Cathy Keagy at 747-4099 or e-mail her at cathy@clfl670.org. You can also check out the website at www.lowcountryorphanrelief.com.

March of Dimes: The local division of March of Dimes is looking for volunteers. The March of Dimes' mission is to improve the health of babies by preventing birth defects and infant mortality. They carry out this mission through community service education, advocacy and research. They hold a number of large events annually and are constantly involved in the community. Volunteers could be asked to do anything from administrative work at their office, to helping with auctions at black tie events. To volunteer, contact Meredith Repik at 571-1776 or e-mail her at mrepik@marchofdimes.com. For more information, visit the March of Dimes website at www.marchofdimes.org.

Susan G. Komen for the Cure: The Lowcountry Susan G. Komen for the Cure division is always in need of volunteers. They need help with administrative work and various events throughout the year. To find out what you can do to help with the fight against breast cancer, contact Taffy Tamblyn at 556-8011 or e-mail her at taffy@komenlowcountry.org. To find out more details on the opportunities, visit their website at www.komenlowcountry.org.

Beach Day: Volunteer with the Lowcountry Orphan Relief for "Beach Day" August 7 from 9 a.m. to 2:30 p.m.

Volunteers will enjoy a fun day of playing with children of all ages at the beach and have an opportunity to have lunch with them. To volunteer, contact Cathy Keagy with Orphan Relief at 843-747-4009 or e-mail her at cathy@clf1670.org.

International Center for Birds of Prey: The International Center for Birds of Prey in Charleston is looking for dedicated volunteers to help with the care of a large number of raptors from around the world. Volunteers will be working intimately with these majestic birds on a regular basis. Volunteers must attend a quarterly volunteer orientation. To sign up for the next briefing, contact Joe Kowalis at 971-7474 or e-mail him at hikerjoe@homesc.com. For more information visit the International Center for Birds of Prey website at www.thecenterforbirdsofprey.com.

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Chapel Schedule 107 Arthur Dr. Office: Monday-Friday, 7:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.

Phone: 963-2536. After duty hours, call the command post at 963-8400, emergencies only.

Catholic Services: Daily Mass is now offered Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Fridays from 11:00 a.m. to 11:30 a.m.; Saturday - 4:15 p.m. Reconciliation; Mass; 5 p.m.; Sunday 9:30 a.m. Children’s Church.

Protestant Services: Sunday - 8 a.m. Inspirational Gospel Worship Service; 11 a.m. Traditional Worship Service with Children’s Church. Thursday - 7 p.m. Truth Seekers Bible Study, Chapel Annex.

For information on other faith groups, call the Base Chapel at 963-2536.

Movie Schedule Ticket office normally opens at 7 p.m. Showtime at 7:30 p.m.

Admission: Adults - $4 (12 years and older) / Children - $2 (6-11 years old). / “G” Rated Movies: Children - $2 (3-11 years old).

Schedule subject to change without notice. For information, call 963-3333. For further information on movie date and times visit http://www.aafes.com/ems/conus/ charleston.htm.

Friday, July 2, 7:30 p.m. – LETTERS TO JULIET – Amanda Seyfried, Marcia DeBonis – When Sophie, a young American, travels to Verona, Italy she meets a group of volunteers who respond to letters written to Juliet seeking romantic advice.

Sophie finds and answers a letter that has been lost for 50 years, and is stunned when its author Claire arrives in Italy with her handsome but overprotective grandson to find the finance she left decades before. Rated PG Saturday, July 3 & 10, 2:00 p.m. – SHREK FOREVER AFTER – Mike Myers, Eddie Murphy – After challenging an evil dragon, rescuing a beautiful princess and saving your in-laws kingdom, what’s an ogre to do? If you’re Shrek, you suddenly wind up a domesticated family man. Instead of scaring villagers away like he used to, a reluctant Shrek now agrees to autograph pitch forks. Longing for the days when he felt like a “real ogre,” Shrek is duped into signing a pact with the smooth-talking dealmaker, Rumpelstiltskin. Rated PG Saturday, July 3, 7:30 p.m. – SEX IN THE CITY 2 – Sarah Jessica Parker, Kim Cattrall – The continuing story of Carrie, Charlotte, Miranda and Samantha as they struggle to manage their love lives, friendships and careers in New York City. Rated R For more movie schedules, visit: http://www.aafes.com/ ems/conus/charleston.htm

Hurricane Tip of the Week Hurricane season will continue through November, with the highest probability of a major hurricane occurring between mid-August and October. Due to a hurricane's capacity for damage, preparation is the key. Weekly hurricane tips provide need-to-know information for staying ahead of the weather.

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Bleed American

U.S. Air Force Tech. Sgt. Lester Crim completes the self-screening questionnaire before volunteering for the ALYX donation at the Red Cross mobile blood drive at the Sports and Fitness Center June 23, 2010, at Joint Base Charleston, S.C. The questionnaire is designed to eliminate donors that are not qualified to safely donate their blood. Some questions are similar to "Have you lived out of the United States in the past 3 years?" Sergeant Crim is a jet engine mechanic with the 315th Maintenance Squadron.

Photos by Senior Airman Timothy Taylor

Above, U.S. Air Force Tech. Sgt. Lester Crim reads through an American Red Cross blood donation pamphlet before donating at the Sports and Fitness Center June 23, 2010, at Joint Base Charleston, S.C. The pamphlet walks a donor through the procedure from start to finish and includes information on how the donation process works, any risks involved and what to prepare for prior to donating. Sergeant Crim is a jet engine mechanic with the 315th Maintenance Squadron.

Right, U.S. Air Force Capt. Andrew Havko advertises for the American Red Cross volunteer blood drive outside the Sports and Fitness Center June 23, 2010, at Joint Base Charleston, S.C. Captain Havko assisted with organizing the blood drive and is the ramp services flight commander for the 437th Aerial Port Squadron.

An American Red Cross technician applies a label to one of many vials that will be used during blood donation at the Red Cross mobile blood drive at the Sports and Fitness Center June 23, 2010, at Joint Base Charleston, S.C. The vials are drawn from a smaller bag that collects blood before the donation begins using tubing and a needle. The American Red Cross collected 26 pints from ALYX Component Collection System donors, 77 pints from standard donors and 103 pints total. Through ALYX, donors are able to give two units of red cells during one visit, providing double the impact for patients requiring the most critically needed blood types.

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670-0636 $500 a month in Goose Creek. Brand new home near Navy base and Air Base. Call for more details @843-325-7000. Jeremy.

Roommates wanted to share 3br/2.5ba in Ladson,10min from AFB/NWS.Master BR $550 Regular BR $400.Plus util.(843)270-8879 Tony Boeing Welcome-3 br. 1 ba. brick, lg. yard, applinces, new carpet & paint. conv. to AFB, mall. I-26. No pets. $ 725+dep. (843)767-0112

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Snee Farm, Mount Pleasant stunner! 3 bed 2 bath home across the street from Towne Center.

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76 Triumph Spitfire. Red. AM/FM/Cass.

Completely restored. Engine rebuilt. 4 Speed. $16,500 Negotiable. Call Bobby, 843-760-1001.

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A 6 Piece Cherry Bedroom Set w/matt & box. Never used.

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7-pc Dining Set w/leaf extension. Excellent condition. Must sell. $700 obo. Call 843-724-9028 for appt.

Queen P-top Matt. and Box Set NEW in Plastic. $125…Full also available.

696-5712 Can deliver

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2000 Royle Star Venture MM Limited 91of 1500 Bash Full Dress 1300 CC. 41,091 Miles, Nice tires. Must Sell. 704-467-1661 04 HD 1200 sportstr custom/black/alarm wndshld/bags/drag pipes/forward foot cntrls, garage kept/5K miles/$6K/843-324-1121

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MILITARY DISCOUNT

AUTOMOTIVE

843-864-3698 ASK FOR MARK FOR DETAILS!

SUMMERVILLE

OF

1016 North Main Street Summerville

DRIVEMARATHON.COM

WWW.

09 Chevrolet Impala LT

2010 Pontiac G6

RH3844 CD/MP3

EP3801

$

190 per mo.

$

192 per mo.

AUTOMOTIVE 7,980 99 Ford Ranger XLT CO1006 Ext. cab $ Just

03 Ford Mustang GT SP3861 Loaded!

06 Hyundai Tiburon GT CI3850

209 per mo.

$

169 per mo.

SP3795Sunroof!

4X4 P3849A

03 VW Passat GLX

All Wheel Drive, Leather, Sunroof

149 per mo.

$

P1005

$

$

236 per mo.

213 per mo.

1016 North Main Street Summerville

Military 843-864-3698 07 Saturn Ion 2 Pontiac G6 GTDiscounts 02 Ford Ranger XLT 0809Mitsubish Eclipse FOR DETAILS CD/MP3 !

EP3824 CO1008 Ext. cab ASK FOR MARKP1007 EP3766

Dodge Dakota Sport 05 Jeep WranglerR/T 0602Chevy Silverado 1500HD 09 Dodge Challenger 04 Pontiac GTO

270 Now! per mo.

Call

173 per mo.

$

07 Ford F-150 XLT

ED1133B

P1004 Bedliner, Tow Pkg

SP3803B CD/MP3 OF S $$ $ UMMERVILLE 187 Just 6,990 169 per permo. mo.

05 Dodge Magnum SXT

$

$

04 Chevy Silverado 1500 LT 08 Chevrolet Trailblazer LT

SP3856 SP3817 Crew Cab SP3860 AM/FM/MP3 $$

157per permo. mo.

249 203

09 Pontiac G6 GT EP3824

187 per mo.

$

$ CHEVY .COM 146 per mo.

135 perWWW mo. .MARATHON

$

03 MINI Cooper S SP3828 Hatchback

03 ChevyLancer S-10 GTS 09 Mitsubishi

219 per mo.

$

Or We’ll Pay You $500!* 03 Chevy Silverado Z71 P3863 4x4

219 per mo.

$

NEW LOCATION We Have A Huge Marathon Man IN SUMMERVILLE! is Charleston’s 05 Jeep Wrangler 07 Dodge Dakota SLT 04 Ford Mustang Coupe 06 GMC Sierra Z71 Inventory Of Cars & SP3795 4X4 SP3754 Automotive P3827A 5 spd. stick SP3851 4x4 SHUTTLE SERVICE $ $ $ $ 270 per mo.

216 per mo.Superhero!

136 per mo.

299 per mo.

Trucks In Stock!

AVAILABLE!

SP3857 SP3829 Loaded 4x4 Audio/Nav $$

198 per per mo. mo.

270

04 Nissan Xterra SP3855

219 per mo.

$

08 Toyota Tundra SP3803 Double Cab

359 per mo.

$

All payments are after 25% cash or trade. +++ Payments based on 3.99% APR at 75 mos, WAC. *See sales person for details. ** Vehicles prices in ad include military discount.

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