08-27-2010 Airlift Dispatch

Dispatch AIRLIFT

Vol. 49, No. 34

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

Friday, August 27, 2010

Photo by Staff Sgt. Kamaile Long

14 AS Airmen partner with U.S. Marines to bring aid to Pakistan U.S. Marines assigned to the 26th Marine Expeditionary Unit at Marine Corps Air Station Cherry Point, N.C., along with U.S. Air Force members assigned to the 14th Airlift Squadron, Joint Base Charleston, S.C., move a CH-53E Super Stallion helicopter onto a C-17 Globemaster III at Marine Corps Air Station Cherry Point, N.C., Aug. 20, 2010.

The helicopter is one of four that will be used to supplement U.S. military rescue and relief efforts in the flood-affected areas of Pakistan. See story and photos on Page 10.

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Worldwide departures Cargo moved (tons) (Jan. 1 to Aug. 26, 2010)

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Active duty deployed Reservists deployed (As of Aug. 19, 2010)

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COMMENTARY

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Col. Brian Robinson 437th Airlift Wing vice commander

In April of this year, the Air Force came out with new policy saying it is okay to log onto social networking internet websites such as Facebook, Twitter, YouTube and other popular sites from an Air Force computer.

While these internet-based tools have the possibility of enhancing communication and Air Force recruitment efforts, they also open a wide range of problems and concerns because social networking and operational security can be at opposite sides of the communication spectrum--operational security is about safeguarding essential elements of information and social networking is about sharing information.

Operational security is paramount to the safe and successful completion of the 437th Airlift Wing mission and Department of Defense operations worldwide. As responsible Airmen in today's ever-changing environment, we must all remember that we are at war. What this means is the enemy can and will exploit information to impede our mission accomplishment. Information you share on social networking websites must be shared with operational security in mind. Be care-

ful and responsible with the information you offer, and ask yourself, "Could the enemy use this information to impede my mission?" and "Is the information I am posting responsible or am I sharing too much information?" We must safeguard information and indicators that may be useful to the enemy. Each Airman must understand the risks, pay attention to privacy settings and be very careful when posting personally identifiable information when using social networking websites.

Secondly, each of us must realize we represent the Air Force when using social networking websites. In the past, the Air Force did not officially engage blogs or other forms of new media. Air Force leaders have come to realize the broad reach of the new forms of communication. New technologies have given Airmen the opportunity to inform the media, the public and each other about their Air Force experience. Airmen should note that anytime they engage in social media, they very well may be perceived as representing the Air Force, and therefore should not do anything that will discredit themselves or the Air Force.

Social networking can be a positive influence in today's Air Force. In December 2008, a survey from World Internet Usage Statistics News and Population Stats stated that approximately 1.5 billion people use the internet out of 6.7 billion people worldwide. Airmen have the opportunity to responsibly communicating their Air Force experience to billions of people worldwide. Airmen can educate audiences on the Air Force's mission in air, space and cyberspace and aid in recruitment as well as help tell the Air Force story while protecting our ability to accomplish our mission.

DIAMOND TIPS

By Senior Master Sgt. Allan Perry 1st Combat Camera Squadron Unauthorized Absence We've all experienced situations in which punctuality has been a challenge.

Some have resulted in being late for work, a scheduled meeting or an appointment. This can cause work delays or stoppages, broken project timelines and waste of funds that may ultimately result in mission failure. Often times, people miss medical appointments altogether, costing Joint Base Charleston approximately $265,000 annually.

You may not realize it, but these forms of unauthorized absences are punishable under Article 86 of the Uniform Code of Military Justice and constitute absence without leave. Article 86 states that "any member of the armed forces who, without authority - (1) fails to go to his appointed place of duty at the time prescribed, (2) goes from that place or (3) absents himself or remains absent from his unit, organization or place of duty at which he is required to be at the time prescribed, shall be punished as a court-martial may direct."

Steps you can take to avoid similar absence situations include giving yourself a little more time to get to work, making sure to adequately plan for meetings and determining a reliable way to remind yourself of upcoming appointments. At the very least, notify someone when your lateness is unavoidable as soon as possible.

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COMMENTARY

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What does your car say about you?

By Master Sgt. Scot Borgerding Wing Information Assurance Office What does a car say about you? Well, that can depend on who you ask. If you ask a psychologist, they might say that several things can be derived about a person based on what type, color, condition and age of the vehicle they buy.

Choosing a sports car, sport utility vehicle or minivan can speak of style or family situation. Get the picture?

When walking through a parking lot, whether on or off base, ever pay attention to the parked cars? Do you look at the makes and models that interest you? Do you ever read bumper stickers?

If you walk through the parking lot at the Base Exchange, pay attention to how many bumper stickers that say "Proud to Be Air Force," or "Air Force Wife," or something denoting that very basic connection with the military.

Check out the number of "Iraqi Freedom Veteran" or other

campaign themed decals you see. You can stroll around and see any number of "been there, done that, bought the bumper sticker" decals. And how about how many sports fans you see?

These are very general messages, but what about more specific identifiers? How many vehicles sport a rank insignia? How about stickers identifying a specific duty such as loadmaster or pilot? Do you see any personalized license plates that speak to a military item?

Service members are proud to serve, proud of their accomplishments and have a natural desire to tell about places traveled and things accomplished. But, when looking at these things through a filter that takes into account Air Force Information Assurance and Operations Security, do the public masses at the mall and on roadways need to know these things? Having identifiers such as these on vehicles makes an individual a potential target for terrorist activity.

The Air Force decided to stop issuing base decals. What did just a base decal say about you? It said a person had access to the base, your status (enlisted, officer or civilian) and when your access expired. That is valuable information when combined with a rank sticker on the windshield and other decals that pinpoint who a person is and what they do.

All of this helps an adversary pick his target and determine the amount of damage he can inflict.

Those who say we're safe in the good ole' U.S., might consider telling that to the individuals who were captured with bomb making materials near the Naval Weapons Station. Part of their operation depends on our complacency when we are based within the continental U.S. Bottom line is, having individual pride is a part of military service, but consider your display of this pride. Not knowing who potential adversaries are or what they may do, what do you really want them to know about you based on your car?

The Airman: Everyone needs help sometimes

By Thomas Kistler Joint Base Charleston Public Affairs It's cold, dark and rainy outside. The thoughts that come are cold and dark too, swirling inside the Airman's head. Life sucks. Perhaps the problem's at work. Maybe it involves a personal relationship. It could be the Airman's in trouble and thinking about the consequences.

As the sky clears, a friend stops by. They talk.

"No, I wasn't thinking about hurting myself," the Airman says. "But I'm alright now.

Just let me work it out for a few days, and I'll be fine."

But the Airman isn't fine. Sleep doesn't come. Food is unappetizing. Work, once a shining example praised by the commander, requires constant supervision. Friends?

They just want to joke around. The Airman's in no mood for talk.

But talk is exactly what people need in those situations. Unfortunately, many Airmen don't get the needed help because of the incorrect notion that seeing a counselor is something a coward would do. This is untrue. Seeking help is an act of courage.

Today, the Air Force has numerous programs to help Airmen who are in need of psychological intervention or counseling. The challenge is getting Airmen to use them.

Some say they don't want to get counseling because their co-workers, supervisors and subordinates will make fun of them or think they are weak.

The Air Force has been fighting that perception for years.

"Air Force senior leadership, from the secretary and the chief of staff on down, have made it very clear that asking for help is a sign of inner strength," said Maj. Gen. Frederick Roggero, the Air Force's top safety official. "The Air Force has invested a lot of resources to ensure there are many agencies ready to help our Airmen, and our leadership has worked hard to tear down perceived barriers to such avenues of hope."

Others run away from counseling because they are afraid it will hurt their careers.

They believe performance reports will be downgraded and high-level projects with higher-headquarters visibility will go to other members of their units.

Chief Master Sgt. Rob Tappana is living proof that counseling does not hurt one's career. In an online comment to an Air Force Link news story on www.af.mil, he explained how it actually helped. The chief has been to counseling twice. Once after a divorce and again when he was a master sergeant. He's still on duty after almost 31 years and believes his career actually prospered because of seeking help.

"Now is the time to open all doors to Airmen and eliminate the perception that seeing a mental health provider automatically damages a career or jeopardizes a security clearance," said Chief Master Sergeant of the Air Force James Roy in a June 17, 2010, news story.

The third obstacle to get over is the member's family. How can a woman see her husband as a manly hunk when he has admitted problems and seen a counselor? Will a husband trust his wife to be alone with the children if she has been to the mental health clinic?

Airmen throughout the Air Force get medical attention every day for bruised legs or broken arms. Why wouldn't they do the same for bruised spirits or broken hearts, said Chief Tappana.

While many people admit they didn't really want counseling at the time, they realized after the first few sessions they began to see improvement in their lives. Soon they were glad they had taken the first step toward normalcy and made the appointment.

Eventually, the Airman did talk. First to a friend, then to a superior and finally to a counselor at the mental health clinic. Soon the thoughts brightened and a sunrise inside the Airman's head heralded a new day, a new outlook on life and a new start serving the country the Airman loves.

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NEWS

Airlift Dispatch • August 27, 2010

Commissary eggs unaffected by recall Courtesy of the Defense Commissary Agency

Photo by Airman 1st Class Lauren Main

628 ABW command chief retires from service Command Chief Master Sgt. Mike Ivey holds the American Flag close, following the flag presentation by Command Chief Master Sgt. Terrence Greene during Chief Ivey's official retirement ceremony, which was presided over by Col. John Wood at the Joint Base Charleston Club Aug. 20, 2010. Chief Ivey will retire in November after 23 years of service to the United States Air Force. Chief Ivey began his career as an airman basic on April 22, 1987 and proceeded to go above and beyond the call of duty, achieving the highest enlisted rank in the Air Force. Colonel Wood is the commander of the 437th Airlift Wing, Chief Greene is the command chief of the 437 AW and Chief Ivey will retire as the command chief of the 628th Air Base Wing.

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FORT LEE, Va. – As of Aug. 19, military commissaries are not affected by the massive Wright County Egg voluntary recall, Defense Commissary Agency food safety officials reported.

Although the commissaries may carry some of the brands mentioned in the Aug. 13 recall action, the eggs sold in military stores are not part of those linked to salmonella contamination, officials said.

Commissary customers can check the status of their eggs at home by looking for the Julian date, which runs from one to 365, and the plant code stamped on the end of each egg carton. The plant number begins with the letter P, followed by a number. The Julian date follows the plant number. Example: P-1946 223.

The initial Wright County Egg recall announcement involved more than 228 million shell eggs. On Aug. 18, the recall expanded to more than 380 million eggs sold in cartons of six, 12 or 18. The Aug. 13 recall

applied to the following, plant codes and Julian dates plant numbers: 1026, 1413 and 1946; Julian dates of 136 to 225.

The Aug. 18 recall of cartons of six, 12 and 18 applied to the following, plant codes and Julian dates: plant numbers 1720 and 1942; Julian dates of 136 to 229.

To date, the recalled eggs are known to have been distributed to stores nationwide, according to the Food and Drug Administration's recall alert sent Aug. 13.

Illnesses relating to the shell eggs have been confirmed, and trace-back investigations are ongoing, the FDA statement said.

The salmonella organism can cause serious and sometimes fatal infections in young children, frail or elderly people, and others with weakened immune systems.

Healthy people infected with salmonella often experience fever, diarrhea, nausea, vomiting and abdominal pain.

In rare circumstances, infection with salmonella can result in the organism getting into the bloodstream and producing more severe illnesses such as arterial infections, endocarditis or arthritis. (AFNS)

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AMC officials approve funds for CAF initiatives across command

By Master Sgt. Scott T. Sturkol Air Mobility Command Public Affairs SCOTT AIR FORCE BASE, Ill. – More than 168 initiatives spread throughout 12 Air Mobility Command bases directly supporting Comprehensive Airman Fitness were approved for funding by command officials Aug. 11.

Comprehensive Airman Fitness, or CAF, began July 1 at AMC. Officials said CAF is not a program, "but an approach to better equip Airmen and their families to handle stress."

"Comprehensive Airman Fitness reflects our commitment to developing a holistic approach to caring for our people that equips, enables and empowers everyone to grow more physically, socially, mentally and spiritually fit," Gen. Raymond E. Johns, Jr., AMC commander, said in June while addressing CAF to AMC wing commanders. "It's not another program, but rather, a means to enhance mission effectiveness by intentionally investing in one another."

Officials said the resources allotted for the initiatives will support the "four pillars" -- physical, social, mental and spiritual fitness -- and the five "Cs" -- caring, committing, communicating, connecting and celebrating -- of CAF. "This is a great news story for all of Air Mobility Command," said Maj. Christy Hopkins, a member of the AMC Integrated Delivery System Team who reviewed and validated the CAF initiatives. "By funding these initiatives, it shows our leadership really embraces the Comprehensive

Airman Fitness culture. They've put money into initiatives that are exactly where the priorities are across the command."

Every base in AMC where leaders submitted initiatives had a percentage that were validated and approved.

"We validated 168 of 234 initiatives that were submitted," Major Hopkins said.

At Travis Air Force Base, Calif., funding was approved for a Special-Needs Task Force to design programs to fill a service gap and afford the base opportunities to host major events for special-needs families.

Other AMC base improvements approved include upgrades to the bowling center at McConnell AFB, Kan.; a spiritual fitness center for Joint Base McGuire-Dix-Lakehurst, N.J.; fitness center upgrades at Scott AFB, Ill.; enhancements to the base lake and chapel at Little Rock AFB, Ark.; and new equipment for the Deployed Spouse Home Care program at Grand Forks AFB, N.D. Shannon Dauber, also a member of the AMC Integrated Delivery System Team making the initiative funding possible, said the effort will help bases across the spectrum.

"This step fits right into the vision of Comprehensive Airman Fitness to create a community of balanced, healthy, self-confident Airmen and families whose resilience and total

fitness enables them to thrive in an era of high operations tempo and persistent conflict," Ms. Dauber said. "The funding of these initiatives show senior leaders are backing their words with resources throughout AMC." Major Hopkins said initiatives approved cover nine functional areas that include facilities and construction, base activities and morale, welfare, recreation, child and youth programs, medical, chaplain, library and education, and Airmen and family readiness.

"We're very proud of the validation process and how this cross-functional, senior leadership effort has come to fruition," Major Hopkins said. "This is an effort that will improve the lives of our Airmen, their families, and civilians at each of the bases. This is great news."

As the CAF culture continues to evolve, officials said changes will be made at the leadership level to the Community Action Information Boards and Integrated Delivery Systems. These existing committees are located at every base and comprise helping agencies, such as the chapel and Airman and Family Readiness Center, and meet regularly to find better ways to address Airmen and their families' needs.

The real change, officials project, will take place among junior Airmen and their families -- the bulk of the force -- as others continue to think in terms of CAF. (AFNS)

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NEWS

Top-performing Airmen selected for promotion to staff sergeant Courtesy of the 628th Force Support Squadron

Christopher Cobb and Carl Doan 628th Medical Support Squadron: One-hundred and ninety-five Charleston Airmen were MaryBeth Haines and Jennifer Krewko 628th Mission Support Squadron: selected for promotion to the rank of staff sergeant Aug. 19.

This year, 28,510 Airmen were eligible for promotion Rosalyn Reeder and Averion Williamson 628th Security Forces Squadron: and 13,518 were selected - an Air Force-wide selection Christina Andros, Michael Better, Jessica percentage rate of 47.41 percent.

Joint Base Charleston senior airmen selected for promo- Clay, Alexander Cornish, Brandon Edwards, Joshua Handy, Dana Haynes, tion to staff sergeant are: 628th Aerospace Medicine Squadron: Crystal Davis, Precious Hill, Bryan Morrison, Anthony Meshiek Harris, Marcus Maltese, Sephanie Rowe, Servick, Jacob Strong, Anthony Tewell, Christian Wheeler, Nathaniel Williams and Cassandra Rule, Colleen Silvestri and Johnathon Todd 628th Air Base Wing: Katie Gieratz, Eric Hall and Jacob Wright 437th Aerial Port Squadron: Richard Nicole Mickle 628th Civil Engineer Squadron: Mary Baillie, Babb, Micheal Coles, Brandon Delorme, Joshawa Bell, Kason Fitzpatrick, Nevada Grassie, Lucas Cubertson, Ivan Frye, Kyle Hauser, Herbert James, Robert Kellen, Aaron Nicholas Harrington and Darell Wallace Photo by James M. Bowman 628th Communications Squadron: Larry Best Jr., Koehler, Johnathan Lemond, Kennard U.S. Air Force Senior Airman Karen Cruz is congratulated by Joint Base Mallicote, Megan Miles, Jason Ray, Charleston leadership during a promotion selection party Aug. 20, 2010.

Kristofer Boyd, Jacob Lurvey and Jasmine Rhodes 628th Comptroller Squadron: Kasim Playfair and Candace Reese, Don Rudd, Stephen Russ, There were nearly 200 senior airmen selected for promotion base-wide.

Michael Sapudar, Christopher Spencer, Airman Cruz was presented her certificate by 437th Airlift Wing Yogendra Rambharose 628th Force Support Squadron: Ashton Barnett, Peter Cory Stanley, Jessica Stanley, Bryan Tate, Commander Col. John Wood, center right, 628th Air Base Wing Commander Col. Martha Meeker, center left, 437th Airlift Wing Command Burke Jr., Nicolette Newton, Brittany Richardson and James Tench and Jason Williams Chief Master Sgt. Terrence Greene, right, and Naval Weapons Station 437th Aircraft Maintenance Squadron: Charleston Command Master Chief Bill Cady.

Laqeca Young 628th Logistics Readiness Squadron: Brandon Allen, Jacob Addington, Keith Barnett, Michael Carissa Antonacci, Sascha Becker, Calen Coloma, Bradley Barrett, Christopher Brown, Cloyed Brown, Joseph Bush, Pachuta, Robert Pearson, Mitchell Price, Joshua Ramalia, Corbett, Robert Corbett, Oliver Freche, Timothy Gill, Grant Carson, Kevin Colon, William Connors, Jessica Dial, Michael Redmayne, Sean Strength and Jacob Zehnder 437th Airlift Wing: Keith Burke and Meagan Bustillo David Goater, Yoan Gomez, Jeffrey Griffin, Tiffany Paul Doepker, William Grainger, Christopher Hochschild, 437th Maintenance Operations Squadron: ChristoJackson, Vernard Manis, Andrew Maule, Andre Pabon, Justin Hoffman, Harry Johnson, Daniel Jones, Patrick Jones, Daniel Pearson, Timothy Peters, Ryan Reese, Kristofer Jeremy Kaser, Nicholas Lile, Charles Maloy, Johnathan pher Harbeson and Dale Kouri 437th Maintenance Squadron: Kent Boatright, Mansel, Kevin McConico, Jeffrey McGhee, John Montalvo, Sekely, Donald Speller, Jacob Thomas and Zina Wright 628th Medical Operations Squadron: Ryan Babel, Sean Nappier, James Nartowicz, Mark Newton, Andrew William Chambers, Joseph Dennis, Joseph Dooley, Joshua Ellis, Patrick Fitzgerald, Phillip Garland, Casey Harrison, Christopher Hutchison, Evan Kidd, Mitchell Mathes, Corey Moats, Justin Nieves, Curtis Reagan, Ryan Yeager and Rhett Young 437th Operations Support Squadron: Kimberly Courtesy of Joint Base Charleston Public Affairs duty location), DoD civilians (excused absence), dependBanks, Thomas Benson, Karen Cruz, Derek Fisher, Tyler ents and retirees. JB CHS is partnering with the Naval Hurt, John Konkol, Nicole McCoy, Michael Patterson, Joint Base Charleston's participation in The United Nuclear Power Training Command to truly make this a Sarah Strasen, Tyrone Stroman, Micheal Taylor, Joseph Way's 2010 National Day of Caring will take place on 10 Joint effort. To make this project successful we are asking Truesdale, Jamie Williams and Randi Williams Sep. Volunteers will for 200 volunteers, the 14th Airlift Squadron: Stephen Adams, Anthony be conducting a Navy will be matching Cline, Travis Cox, Johnathan Fishel, Steven Holman, neighborhood servthat number. TransporSpencer Keeley, James Soto, Robert Strecker and Jared ice project in the tation to and from the Thedy North Central neighneighborhood will be 15th Airlift Squadron: Jose Botello, Travis Miller, borhood of downprovided.

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Airlift Dispatch • August 27, 2010

NEWS

Base Exchange food court and mall to open Aug. 30

By Staff Sgt. Daniel Bowles Joint Base Charleston Public Affairs After more than a year of renovations, a new food court and mini-mall at the Joint Base Charleston Base Exchange is scheduled to open Aug. 30.

The renovation and construction project, currently in the process of adding 40,000 square feet to the BX, brings new store fronts for two pre-existing restaurants, the addition of a familiar third and ample space for all pre-existing shops with room to grow.

For easy access to the front food court and mall entrance, BX parking has also been restored. The front entrance will currently only serve food court and minimall customers. For access the main exchange, the rightside entrance will remain in use.

Although parking availability has been restored, exchange management said that Lawson Drive will remain closed due to ongoing construction. Management also noted that the temporary bathrooms located between the commissary and BX are scheduled to be closed Aug. 27. Facilities in the food court and mall area will be available for use, which include a new, family-use facility.

Occupying the left wing of the new structure, the food court is positioned to serve an expanded number of Charleston customers. After the closing of the base's

Burger King in June of 2008, a new rendition of the restaurant will be unveiled Aug. 30 in the food court, complementing the Charley's Grilled Subs, Anthony's Pizza and an expanded seating area.

All other pre-existing exchange shops will also be relocated to the newly constructed mini-mall, co-located with the food court. The area previously used is scheduled for demolition. The Hertz will only be temporarily located in the mini-mall. A move to the 437th Aerial Port Squadron passenger terminal is in progress, exchange management said.

Many additions are also on the horizon for the minimall. They include a mail and shipping store, optometry office and coastal gift shop. Military Clothing Sales is also expected be relocated to the mini-mall in mid-September.

Hours of operation for the majority of shops have been expanded as well. Operating hours are: Burger King: Mondays - Saturdays: 7 a.m. - 6:30 p.m., Sundays: 11 a.m. - 5 p.m.

Charley's Grilled Subs: Mondays Saturdays: 10 a.m. to 6:30 p.m., Sundays: Closed Anthony's Pizza: Mondays Saturdays: 11 a.m. to 6:30 p.m., Sundays: Closed Barber Shop: Mondays - Saturdays: 9 a.m. - 6 p.m., Sundays: Closed Beauty Shop: Mondays - Saturdays: 9 a.m. - 6 p.m., Sundays: Closed GNC: Mondays - Saturdays: 9 a.m. - 6 p.m., Sundays: 11 a.m. - 4 p.m.

Laundry/Dry Cleaners: Mondays - Fridays: 9 a.m. - 6 p.m., Saturdays: 9 a.m. - 4 p.m., Sundays: Closed Stripes - alterations shop: Mondays - Fridays: 9 a.m.

- 6 p.m., Saturdays: 9 a.m. - 4 p.m., Sundays: Closed For additional information, call the Base Exchange customer service line at 552-5000.

Main BX adjusts hours of operation Effective Sept. 6, 2010, the Base Exchange is scheduled to implement new operating hours.

Monday through Saturday operating hours will be from 9 a.m. to 7 p.m., reducing the current closing times by one hour.

Sunday operating hours will be from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m., extending the current closing time by two hours.

“My Mount Pleasant Hospital means I won’t have to travel far in an emergency” – Jim and Nancy Flatley In an emergency the last thing you want to do is waste precious moments on the way to the ER. The new Mount Pleasant Hospital will provide a fully equipped, 24-hour ER in an easily accessible location just off Hwy 17 North. The site is also equipped to transfer patients by air or ground. But, perhaps, most importantly, it will feature the same high quality Roper St. Francis care that generations of your neighbors have come to trust.

Emergency care begins November 1.

www.mymountpleasanthospital.com

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Airlift Dispatch • August 27, 2010

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Photo by Senior Airman Timothy Taylor

The Gaylor Dining Facility is now serving turkey bacon for its breakfast customers, offering a savory, yet more healthy, breakfast meat option.

What’s new at your dining facility?

By Capt. Jessica Colman 628th Force Support Squadron Have you noticed several changes have taken place at the Gaylor Dining Facility? Well, for those who have missed it, here are some of the changes we've made for Joint Base Charleston Airmen and retirees.

The DFAC now offers some new menu items, to include turkey bacon and three types of french fry options: curly fries, steak fries and sweet potato fries.

The DFAC has also added several new Healthy Heart cereals, Oreo cookie ice cream, larger six-ounce chicken breasts, and United States Department of Agriculture Choice hamburgers.

The DFAC now offers more than the required items of three entrées on the line per day. Other menu items to look forward to in the immediate future include: • Veggie burgers • Belgian waffles • Three flavors of Otis Spunkmeyer muffins • Soft-serve ice cream • Philly cheese steaks

• New fountain and sports drinks New events at the dining facility include bringing back quarterly birthday meals. Also, the DFAC will hopefully be hosting a food show, Top Chef Competition specific, in the winter timeframe.

Facility enhancements have happened as well. A brand new $70,000 dishwasher has been installed, which means no more intermittent meals on paper products due to the dishwasher going down. Also, the DFAC has new carpet throughout the building and has replaced broken floor and ceiling tiles. There are also two new 60-inch, flat-screen TVs on order.

These changes, in part, are a result of customer feedback we receive, and we encourage our customers to continue to provide feedback through customer comment cards.

To see all the new improvements at the DFAC, come on by and enjoy a meal.

And remember, retirees and their immediate family members are now also authorized to dine at the Gaylor Dining Facility.

See more photos at www.charleston. af.mil

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Airlift Dispatch • August 27, 2010

NEWS

Charleston airlift capabilities bring humanitarian aid to Pakistan

By Senior Airman Dani Shea Joint Base Charleston Public Affairs

in support of Afghanistan have been a way of life for Joint Base Charleston and U.S. Forces have diligently responded to the call for aid AMC. This mission is what from the Government of Pakistan in light of the tragic and Team Charleston is all devastating floods resulting from the country's overwhelm- about.

"The 437th Airlift Wing ing monsoon season. Team Charleston Airmen currently deployed to the 817th Expeditionary Airlift Squadron at is supporting the ongoing Incirlik Air Base, Turkey, have already had a hand in the mission of providing humanitarian relief effort and now, aircrews from here at humanitarian relief to those home station are stepping up to provide the much needed in Pakistan affected by the recent floods," said Col. airlift support.

The 437th Operations Group here received word from John Wood, 437 AW comthe 618th Tanker Airlift Control Center out of Scott Air mander. "While the misForce Base, Ill., Thursday that helicopters and troops sta- sions that left today are the tioned at Marine Corps Air Station Cherry Point, N.C., first from this base, the were in need of airlift to the area of responsibility of 15th Airlift Squadron, is currently Afghanistan to aid in the humanitarian assistance and dis- which deployed as part of the 817 aster relief efforts currently taking place in Pakistan.

"This, as with all missions, requires a complex orches- EAS, has been supporting tration of teamwork from a variety of organizations. The this mission since Aug. 2.

U.S. Marine Corps photos by Lance Cpl. Brian Jones 618th TACC tasked us to provide aircraft and aircrews - at This wing has a strong A CH-53E Super Stallion helicopter with the 26th Marine Expeditionary Unit is loaded onto the same time they are planning flight routing, obtaining commitment to humanitarian Air Force C-17 Globemaster III aircraft at Marine Corps Air Station Cherry Point, N.C., Aug. diplomatic clearances, finalizing load plans, obtaining air an support and we will con- 20. The C-17, from Joint Base Charleston, S.C., will carry the CH-53E, one of four for the 26th refueling if required, coordinating with the 'customer' and tinue to provide support as MEU, to Pakistan to aid in the MEU’s relief operations in the flood-ravaged region. analyzing weather," said Lt. Col. Kenneth Norris, 437 OG long as we are needed."

Two Charleston-based C-17 Globemaster IIIs, each Marines who serve as their pilots, crew and maintainers current operations chief. "We at current operations assigned the mission to the 14th Airlift Squadron who then equipped with a 5-man aircrew, will carry helicopters and who are deploying as part of the 26th Marine troops from Marine Corps Air Station Cherry Point, N.C., Expeditionary Unit. had to schedule and prepare aircrew members."

"The Marine Corps and Air Force are working in partIn January, Joint Base Charleston was the hub for to the AOR. nership to get these heavy-lift helicopters into the relief Due to high ops tempo, Charleston is using all resources humanitarian operations in support of the Haitian eartharea as soon as possible," said Marine Corps Staff Sergeant quake; it was only natural for Air Mobility Command to available to accomplish this special tasking in the humaniChristopher Flurry, MCAS Cherry Point Joint Public call upon Charleston once again to support the floods in tarian assistance effort. Capt. William Medlicott, who typAffairs.

"The remaining 26th MEU Marines -- a force of Pakistan. Throughout the past six months surge operations ically serves as the 437th Operations Group executive about 2,000 -are scheduled to travel by ship to meet the here, put on his 'aircraft commander aviation assets in theater, where they will join a much larghat' to aid this mission with the 14th er U.S. force working in partnership with the government Airlift Squadron here. of Pakistan to provide relief."

"We are only a small piece of this The 26th Marine Expeditionary Unit is actually deployhumanitarian operation.

The ing about a month ahead of its previously scheduled deparMarines that we deliver will be proture to provide as immediate support as possible for the viding the actual humanitarian relief. relief efforts in Pakistan.

We are expected to travel from here According to Pakistan's National Disaster Management to Cherry Point to pick up support; Authority, the floods of the 2010 monsoon season have we'll perform an in-air refuel en exceeded the magnitude of all recent disasters in Pakistan, route to Germany, then on to the including the 1929 floods and 2005 earthquake, particularAOR to drop off the helicopters and ly in terms of the size of the affected populations and widetroops before we finally head back spread damage.

The floods have affected more than 13 milhere to Charleston. All in all, we're lion countrywide, including 1,600 dead, more than 11,000 looking at about a 22 hour duty day," injured and an estimated one million people displaced. said Capt. Medlicott. "But this is Per the Office of the Secretary of Defense Public why I joined the Air Force. This is Affairs, flood relief support to Pakistan from the United what AMC does; combat delivery of States is a government and interagency response. Relief cargo and troops around the world at efforts are being coordinated through the U.S. Embassy in a moment's notice."

U.S. Marines push the engine of a CH-53E Super Stallion helicopter into the hull of Islamabad, in full consultation with the Pakistan governThe support from MCAS Cherry a Charleston based C-17 at Marine Corps Air Station Cherry Point, N.C., Aug. 20. ment, including Pakistan's NDMA and other agencies.

The The helicopter is one of four being transported by the 437th Airlift Wing to Pakistan Point comes in the form of four U.S. military will support the relief effort at the invitation for the 26th Marine Expeditionary Unit, which will conduct humanitarian operations Marine Corps CH-53E Super Stallion helicopters and about 70 and request of the GoP as long as needed. in the area.

The Charleston Club has great food, karaoke, bingo, free Members’ kids meals, Latin music and a whole lot of football this month!

Five tournaments, adult & kids golf lessons, a “Top 10” Labor Day sale and tasty food specials featured at Wrenwoods in September.

Whether you want to rumble through the Smoky Mountains in a train or watch running backs rumble down a field, the ORC has a trip for you!

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The Scene 628th Force Support Squadron, Joint Base Charleston, S.C.

Supplement to the Airlift Dispatch

September 2010

Travel Shop offers best price promise on hotels, cruises and more When it comes to family vacations, deciding what you want to do is the easy part. The overwhelming challenge comes when the actual planning takes place.

The Base Travel Shop at the Outdoor Recreation Center is ready to help you make the planning stage of your getaway almost as enjoyable as the vacation itself.

“We offer the best price for the best value,” stated Merrill Troxell, ORC manager. She added, “From start to finish, the Travel Shop is here to take the worry out of planning, arranging and booking your next vacation or getaway.”

Whether you’re looking for a good deal on a cruise, hotel or an all-inclusive vacation, the Travel Shop should be your first stop. “When it comes to hotels, we can get travelers excellent discounts on select hotels throughout the Southeast at places such as The Sands in Myrtle Beach and several hotels within the Disney group in Orlando,” commented the ORC manager.

If you really want to give your brain a vacation while you’re on vacation, an all-inclusive trip is the way to go.

These locations pamper their guests by providing all meals, lodging, activities and other amenities for one special price.

The Travel Shop has discounts for all-inclusive destinations with vendors including Sandals and Super Clubs.

Group and family cruises are another specialty of the

Travel Shop. They have all the details on military and resident discounts for cruise lines that include Royal Caribbean, Carnival, Norwegian Cruise Lines and Celebrity, just to mention a few. Three of the more popular cruise destinations include Jamaica, Mexico and the Caribbean Islands but they can help you get to any destination of your choice.

Did you know that cruises aren’t just for grown-ups anymore? Cruise lines now specialize in making sure your little travelers and teens stay happy, and entertained while on board. Most ships now have large, dedicated rooms for different age groups, such as a “teens only” lounge with free video games, movies, televisions, group activities and live entertainment. You can hand your child over to a dedicated staff member without any worries because you’ll be just a phone call or page away from them at all times.

By the way, if you’re looking for a unique cruise opportunity and location, look into going on the Alaskan cruise the Travel Shop has planned for July 2011.

Your planning process for any of these vacation choices starts at the front desk of the Outdoor Recreation Center. Before you arrive, be sure to have a good idea when and where you want to go, along with how many are traveling and their ages. Also, having a budget range in mind would be a big plus.

A recreation specialist will help you fill out a research

card with all of the pertinent information to start on those first steps toward your vacation. Because they will need to research and dig deep for all of your discounts, they will not be able to provide you with an “instant” price quote or estimate, but once the research is complete, they will arrange a meeting time so that arrangements can be made for a fantastic trip.

The Travel Shop gets continuous updates on the latest travel and vacation offers to ensure everyone gets the best deals available. Be sure to “friend” them on Facebook at the J B Charleston site to be alerted on the special travel deals and offers.

Vacations are about relaxing, so relax, be happy and let the Travel Shop get you where you want to go for a great price without all of the nerve-racking, personal stress.

Call the Shop at 963-1732 for directions or more information.

A United States Air Force Production

& NFL Sunday Ticket start Sept. 12 at the Charleston Club.

See page 5 for more information.

The Scene

The Scene is produced by the 628th Force Support Squadron Marketing Office as a supplement to the Airlift Dispatch. All prices for events and services advertised are subject to change without notice. For questions about the The Scene, call the

North Charleston Performing Arts Center Thursday, Oct. 21 - 7 p.m. Free admission Free parking Go to www.jbcharleston.com for more details.

Marketing Office at (843) 963-3809. Mention of any sponsor or sponsorship in this publication is not federal endorsement for the product or service. For more information on Force Support facilities, visit our website at www.jbcharleston.com.

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!"#$%&'!(')*+ 963-5684

Office: Monday - Friday, 9 a.m. - 6 p.m.

Open recreational hours: Monday - Friday, 3-7 p.m.

Saturday - 12 - 6 p.m.

Tennis Lessons

Archery Club Saturdays, 9-11 a.m.

Ages 10-17

Tuesdays & Thursdays, 5-6 p.m.

Ages 6-16 Cost: $10 per lesson or $80 per month. Sign up at Youth Programs.

Starts Sept. 11. Limited to first 12 members to sign up.

Dance Classes begin Sept. 1 Jazz • Ballet • Pre-ballet • Creative Movement • Ages 3-17 • Classes held weekly on Wednesdays

Boys and Girls Clubs of America

Open to all kids ages 5-18!

Saturday, Sept. 25, 1-3 p.m.

Youth Programs

• Free food, games, giveaways, fun and much more!

Stop by Youth Programs to register or call for more information.

Tae Kwon Do

New class season starts Sept. 6 Classes held Mondays & Wednesdays, 5-6:30 p.m.

Ages 7-18 $45 monthly All students must have a current physical on file at Youth Programs.

Call for more information.

Red Cross Baby-sitting Course Sept. 11 Youth Programs Noon to 6 p.m.

Course for youth ages 11-16 $45 Members, $50 Nonmembers Pre-registration required After completing the course, youth ages 13- 16 may request to be added to the Youth Programs list of certified sitters for possible employment opportunities.

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Base program answers ‘yes’ to questions about quality child care

By Sherian Vickers Family Child Care Program coordinator There are several factors every parent should consider when selecting a child care provider.

Here are several: Will their child be cared for in a safe nurturing environment? Are developmentally-appropriate activities planned each day? Is the child’s care provider following current health and safety practices? How about nutritious meals? Is someone always there who is trained in CPR and First Aid? Have background checks been conducted on the provider and their family members?

That is a lot to think about! Your child is very important to you and you want only the best for them. So where do you start?

The first thing is to ensure the provider is licensed. Joint Base Charleston’s Family Child Care program has procedures in place for licensing only the most qualified individuals to

become providers on and off the installation.

It starts with a two-day orientation class for those interested in providing care in their home. In this class they learn about food handling, planning nutritious USDA approved meals, setting up a safe learning environment, planning developmentally appropriate activities based on the child’s abilities, fire safety and healthy routines. Also, they are trained in CPR and First Aid. Background checks on every applicant are conducted through Security Forces, OSI, Family Advocacy, Life Skills and Housing. Inspections are conducted in their home and any discrepancies must be corrected before receiving a license.

After receiving a license, providers are required to participate in 24 hours of training each year to maintain and renew their license. Additionally, monthly unannounced inspections are conducted in their home to ensure compliance with all requirements.

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Monthly Family Craft Night Tuesday, Sept. 14, 5:30 - 6:30 p.m.

Show us your team colors! All Family Craft Night classes are free and advance sign-up is encouraged.

Framing 101 Class Held on Thursdays, 11 a.m. - 12 p.m.

Cost is often a consideration when it comes to finding quality child care. All providers are enrolled in the FCC subsidy program in which you will pay the same fees for children 2 years and under as you would if your child was enrolled in the Child Development Center.

The cost is based on total family income and generally runs between $55-118 per week. The child care spot is worth $160-175/week, so that is a great savings to parents. Providers set their own rates for children 3 years and older.

If you are interested in placing your child in a licensed Family Child Care home, please call the office at 963-2546.

If you are interested in becoming a licensed provider, the next class will be held on Sept. 14-15 from 7:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. at the FCC office at 2373 White Circle (down from the CDC/ Youth Programs). Applicants living off base must also be registered with the State of South Carolina to provide child care in order to become affiliated with the base program.

Teens takeover the Library

Friday, Sept. 10 6-10 p.m.

• Video and board games • Use of Library computers • Free food • Prior registration required (Library materials cannot be checked out during this event.)

Charleston Base Library - 963-3320

Sept. 16 & 23 (This class has two sessions) Instruction free; students pay for material used

Pottery 101 Classes Held on Thursdays, 5:30 - 7:30 p.m.

Fly yourself home for the holidays

Sept. 16 & 23 - $20 (This class has two sessions)

Auto HobbyShop Getting to Know your Car Clinic - Learn how to change a tire, check oil, check tire pressure and a whole lot more. Free class; great for beginner drivers.

Class date is Sept. 16. Call 963-4942 to register.

Brakes - Know’em, fix’em - This free class on Sept. 23 at 5 p.m. is geared to the more experienced do-it-yourself auto owner. Let our ASE certified mechanics show you the proper procedures for brake replacement. Call 963-4942 to register.

September Auto Hobby Shop Special - A complete oil change and tire rotation for $40 (most vehicles). Call 963-4942 for an appointment.

Start learning to fly this month and you could be flying yourself home in December for the holidays on your

own flight schedule. Call the Charleston Aero Club today at 9635152 for more details.

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LowCountry Bar & Grille in the Charleston Club

12 HD TVs • Nightly food specials Free WI-FI • Bonanza Bingo every night • Pool • Darts Bar: Monday - Thursday, 4 - 10 p.m.

Friday & Saturday, 3 - 11 p.m.

Grille: Monday - Thursday, 4 - 8 p.m.

Friday, 4 - 10 p.m., Saturday, 4-8 p.m.

(All specials dine-in only)

Monday Special: $3 Long Island Teas 35¢ wings

Tuesday Special: Free pool & $1 domestic drafts

Wednesday Dinner buffet 4:30 - 7 p.m.

Special: Free pool & $1 domestic drafts

Thursday Special: $3 Long Island Teas $2 Bud & Bud Light 35¢ wings

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Starts at 8 p.m.

Check out the blackboard for bar & food specials!

No cover Open to everyone

Thursday Sept. 2- 5 p.m.

No RSVP needed.

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LUCKY 54 & Bonus 54 progressive jackpots

Every Wednesday Once a month Mondays Wednesday Bingo Buffet starts at 5 p.m.

Enjoy bar menu & Bingo specials during Monday sessions Card sales start at 5:30 p.m. both nights

Monday Big Bucks

Sept. 13 BONANZA BINGO Special Friday nights after 4 p.m. in the LowCountry Bar Six pack pays double!

Junior Members eat fr ee! fre C L U B

Latin Night Friday, Sept. 17 9 p.m. 2 a.m.

16 oz. Dollaritas ‘til the well runs dry!

Special: 10 free wings with any pitcher of domestic beer!

Saturday Special: $3 Long Island Teas

Special: 10 free wings with any pitcher of domestic beer!

NFL Sunday Ticket and Football Frenzy kick off Sept. 12!

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Charleston Club Big Bucks

in the LowCountry Cafe Monday thru Friday, 7 a.m. - 4 p.m.

Serving breakfast Monday thru Friday, 7 - 10 a.m.

• Cash bar • Dance lessons • Club menu available until 10 p.m. $7 cover Future dates: Oct 15 & Nov. 19

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Football Frenzy and NFL Sunday Ticket start Sept. 12 at noon Win airfare, hotel accommodations, car rental & game tickets for: Tampa vs. Arizona at Arizona, Oct. 31 Philadelphia vs. Dallas at Dallas, Dec. 12 Super Bowl XLV at Arlington, Texas, Feb. 6 Plus 10 $500 winners will be drawn!

Other prizes include Football Frenzy T-shirts, koozies, sports bags & caps

No cover Everyone welcome! the

Charleston Club

Club Pizza Pack Pick-up special for $50!

Five 16” one-topping pies, three two-liter bottles of soda, plates, cups & napkins.

Book your holiday Attention party today!

Booster The fall and winter holidays are just around the corner. Now is a great time to book your party at the Charleston Club. Book a Thursday date and get a special buffet price. Don’t forget all Force Support Squadron facilities are tax exempt.

Call 963-3914 for more details.

Clubs

The Charleston Club will meet or beat the competition for your picnic or “burger burn” needs.

Show us the other guy’s quote and enjoy the savings. Don’t forget to spend those “FSS Bucks” soon... the end of the fiscal year is nearly here.

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Wrenwoods

Golf Shop, 6:30 a.m. - 6 p.m. First tee time is at 7 a.m.

Globemaster Grill, 7 a.m. - 2 p.m., daily Golf Shop - 963-1833 Globemaster Grill - 963-1840

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Specials & Other Events Attention Annual Pass customers Bring three guests in September and your cart ride is absolutely free!

Camp Little Links Oct. 15-16

Get Golf Ready in 5 Days $99. Register at www.getgolfready.com.

Use Zip code 29404 to find Wrenwoods.

Next session starts Sept. 20.

First Tee free youth golf instruction Class starts Sept. 1. Eight-week program. Open to ages 6-12.

Sign-up at Youth Programs.

Family Night Fridays Camp overnight with your kids on the golf course.

• Dinner cookout • Marshmellow roast • Night golf putt putt • Breakfast Register in the Golf Shop by Oct. 14

Wren’s Top 10 Labor Day Sale Sept. 3-6 10. Golf bags - 10% off

Kids play free with paying adult after 4 p.m.

Golf Shop Sale Air Force 63rd Birthday Sale - From Sept. 17 through Sept. 19, receive 18% off everything in the Golf Shop!

Tournament Schedule Sept. 2 Top 3 Golf Tournament - 7:30 a.m. shotgun start.

Four-player Captain’s Choice format. Open to everyone. $10,000 cash prize to 1st person who makes a hole-in-one. Call Donny Leydig at 9632768 to register

9. Wilson golf club set - $299.95

Sept. 11-12

8. Wilson Staff driver - Only $99

Course Championship - Open to Wrenwoods Annual Pass customers. Format is 36-hole individual stroke play. Register at the golf shop by 12 p.m., Sept. 10.

7. CAFB gloves - 50% off 6. Antigua mens golf shirts MSRP, $60; your price, $29.95 5. Callaway X-18 Irons - $50 off 4. Limited Edition Joint Base Charleston golf towels - $14.95 3. Golf ball retriever - Only $19.95 2. Buy three sleeves of golf balls, get one free 1. Ladies golf shirts - 75% off

Sept. 17 Joint Base Inaugural Commander’s Cup Golf Tournament - 8 a.m. shotgun start. Format is two-player Captain’s Choice. Open to everyone.

Call 963-3815 to register.

Sept. 24-26 JB Charleston Invitational Golf Tournament Call the golf shop for your invitation if you haven’t already received one. Deadline to register is Sept. 13.

Sept. 30 315th AW Golf Tournament - 12:30 p.m. shotgun start. Four-player Captain’s Choice format. Open to everyone. Call 991-1012 to register.

Globemaster Grill

Mondays Western Burger - $6 Tuesdays Fried Pork Chop Sandwich - $6.25 Wednesdays Italian Cuisine - $4.95 Thursdays Two-piece Fried Chicken Meal -$6.25 Fridays Chicken Salad on Croissant - $5.50

Food and beverages at the turn!

Visit the Golf Shop for a new selection of Grab-n-Go snacks and ice cream, available from 7 a.m. to 6 p.m.

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September 2010

Monday - Friday 9 a.m. - 5 p.m.

963-1732 or 963-1672

OUTDOOR RECREATION CENTER Please note: Most programs and events advertisted on this page are limited in group size and require advanced registration. Call the ORC for additional details.

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Family outing adventure Sept. 19 National Whitewater Center - Charlotte, N.C.

Hiking, biking, rafting, kayaking and much more! $99 per person includes transportation, lunch & an “All Sports Pass.”

Call for more information.

Learn to master the surf Sept. 12 Cost is $40 per person, which includes transportation, parking fees, surfboards, beginner’s instruction, open water safety and equipment maintenance, basic techniques essential for surfing and lots of practice. This program is designed for people ages 16 and older who have basic swimming skills and can tolerate moderate physical activity.

Scrambling for a TD Sign up at the Outdoor Recreation Center to travel to Jacksonville for the Oct. 3 Jaguars vs. Indianapolis Colts game, and watch Jags 208 lb. running back Maurice Jones-Drew weave his way into the end zone in live NFL Sunday football action. Cost is $98 per person, which includes admission and transportation. Bus leaves the ORC at noon for the 4 p.m. kickoff. Call the Outdoor Recreation Center for more details.

Free Fishing Derby • Base Pool • Oct. 1-3 • All ages • 200+ catfish • Prizes awarded

Participants must provide their own fishing gear and bait.

Pre-registration not required. Call 963-1732 for more details.

Historical Charleston Bike Tour Oct. 17 $15 per person Price includes transporting you and your bike downtown, and tour guides.

Need a bike?

See the ORC staff!

Great Smoky Mountain Train Ride Fantastic, scenic seasonal views during 4½ hour journey along the Tuckasegee River, through the Great Smoky Mountains National Park, across Fontana Lake and down to the Natahala River Gorge. The per person price is $169 for adults and $140 per child, which includes transporation, the train ride and one night’s lodging based on double occupancy. This annual trip sells out quickly, so book your reservations early.

Oct. 23-24

Chimney Rocks Hiking Excursion Chimney Rock, North Carolina Nov. 13-14

$95 per person includes lodging, transportation & park entry fees.

Reduced rates for 3rd and 4th person in same rooom. Call 963-1732 for more details.

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- Thursday, 6:30 a.m. to 8 p.m.

Starlifter Lanes Bowling Center & Snack Bar Monday Friday, 6:30 a.m. to midnight Saturday, 1 p.m. to 11 p.m. Sunday, 1 p.m. to 7 p.m.

963-3315

Night Owl Special Every Friday night 10 p.m. to midnight Bowl as much as you want for only $1 per game.

Shoe rental is free!

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Air Force officials identified 1,061 opportunities for Airmen to retrain out of their current career field under NCORP. Airmen can volunteer during Phase I for career fields meeting Air Force specialty code and grade requirements listed in the implementation message. Applications are processed on a first-come, first-served basis. However, those selected under Phase II will be placed into AFSCs based on the needs of the Air Force.

So far, 198 of the 640 staff sergeants and 106 of the 421 technical sergeants needed have volunteered and been approved to retrain out of their overage AFSCs. "Historically, we are on track for total approvals at this point," said Senior Master Sgt. Deron Warman, the superintendent of the Air Force Personnel Center's enlisted skills management branch. "NCORP always starts slow as Airmen watch their AFSC and their standing within it prior to submitting an application. Those who are eager to retrain or want

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AFPC officials have received 3,079 applications to date for retraining. Nearly half of the NCOs were ineligible because they either did not meet qualification requirements or were not in a retraining-out AFSC. In addition, many AFSCs had limited quotas available and they were already filled by the time the application arrived.

Airmen can find the master vulnerability list on the Virtual Military Personnel Flight website. Frequently asked questions concerning NCORP are available at http://gum.afpc.randolph.af.mil under the "Enlisted" button and then click on the "Retraining" tab. Airmen can apply for retraining on the vMPF as well as find the remaining retraining-in opportunities.

For more information about the fiscal 2011 NCORP, visit the AFPC personnel services website at http://gum.afpc.randolph.af.mil, contact your local military personnel section, or call the Total Force Service Center toll free at 800-525-0102.

Air Force encourages employees to cash in on ideas ARLINGTON, Va. – Highlighting a new Department of Defense-led program designed

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According to the INVEST Awards website, the keys to successfully taking home one of 25 cash awards are ideas that are thorough, cost effective, low risk, simple to implement, yield multi-faceted savings and have a high return on investment.

Ms. Conaton said the Air Force strongly supports Secretary Gates' overall campaign for greater efficiency.

"I encourage everyone to submit their ideas online for consideration," she said. "All ideas will be evaluated without names attached, so please be candid."

Encouraging efficiencies across the Air Force is a part of Ms. Conaton's role as CMO. For more information about the INVEST Awards program, visit www.defense.gov/ invest.

Zero discrepancies U.S. Air Force Staff Sgt. Robert Pennington performs a special inspection on a 7.5 ton flightline crane Aug. 24, 2010, on Joint Base Charleston, S.C. Periodic inspections are performed as part of the quality assurance program to ensure safety and compliance regulations are met and that vehicles are safe to operate. Sergeant Pennington is a quality insurance inspector with the 437th Maintenance Group.

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11 U.S. mission in Iraq officially changes Sept. 1

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WASHINGTON – A fundamental shift will take place at the end of the month in the mission of U.S. forces in Iraq, a Pentagon official said Aug. 19.

The change in mission from Operation Iraqi Freedom to Operation New Dawn reflects the improvement in conditions in Iraq and officially will end the U.S. combat mission in Iraq and change it to one of stability operations, Pentagon spokesman Bryan Whitman said.

Some 56,000 U.S. troops are now in Iraq, down from a high of 180,000. The number will drop to 50,000 by the end of the month, Mr. Whitman said.

"It takes us from what has been a combat mission to a stability operations mission," he added. "It takes us from a military lead to a civilian lead."

Though the "advise and assist" mission officially does not change until the end of the month, American brigades have been in place and performing that mission for more than a year in southern Iraq and now through almost all of the country.

"As a practical matter, we have now been conducting stability operations for the last several months," Mr. Whitman said.

Six U.S. Army brigades, plus support personnel, will work with Iraqi security forces through the end of 2011, when all American troops will be out of Iraq. The units are the 1st, 2nd, 3rd and 4th brigades of the 3rd Infantry Division, the 3rd Brigade of the 4th Infantry Division and the 2nd Brigade of the 25th Infantry Division. Soldiers with these units will be advising, assisting, teaching and mentoring the Iraqi army and police in a range of capabilities.

U.S. Air Force personnel will continue to help in training the Iraqi air force, and Navy and Coast Guard personnel will continue to advise and assist Iraq's maritime forces.

"This is not like a light switch, where one day you are doing combat operations and the next day you are doing stability operations," Mr. Whitman explained. "It has been a transition that has taken place gradually over time."

President Barack Obama has indicated that the mission officially will change on Sept. 1, and military forces as well as U.S. civilians in Iraq are moving to reflect that.

While instances of violence have dropped dramatically in Iraq, dangers still exist there.

U.S. forces always maintain the capabilities to defend themselves, Mr. Whitman said, and will retain that right even after Sept. 1.

American "advise and assist" units will have the capabilities to come to the aid of Iraqi security forces if called upon, he added.

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FEATURES JB CHS holds memorial service for beloved Airman Members of Joint Base Charleston, along with family and friends, gather for a memorial service at the base Chapel on Joint Base Charleston, S.C., Aug. 19, 2010. They gathered together to celebrate the life of Staff Sgt. Joseph Villasenor and cherish the spot he filled while in their lives.

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New beginnings: 628 LRS’s new emblem symbolizes global reach By 2nd Lt. Adrianne Schilling 628th Logistics Readiness Squadron "Every new beginning comes from some other beginning's end."

This quote from the popular rock band Semisonic, embodies the changes occurring here in Charleston. With the beginning of the 628th Air Base Wing, we have seen the creation of a new entity. What does that mean for the logistics readiness squadron?

The retiring our beloved mascot - the three headed dog.

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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.

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This week's hurricane tip is: To prepare against hurricane damage, South Carolina law provides for catastrophe savings accounts. These accounts can be set up by homeowners and are exempt from state income tax to pay for qualified expenses such as deductibles or uninsured costs associated with a hurricane, flooding or windstorm event. Also, insurance premium discounts are available up to 25 percent for making your home more storm resistant.

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Charleston Concert Association: The CCA is offering active duty military and their families 50 percent discount on classical music shows this concert season. Performances are held at the Gaillard auditorium in downtown Charleston. To obtain tickets, active duty military members must call 843-727-1216 and offer the discount code, 20101001. For more information visit www.charlestonconcerts.org.

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Open Ocean Surf Kayaking Class: Looking for something a little different in the way of water sports? Why not try surfing the ocean waves in a kayak? The Outdoor Recreation Center is offering an ocean surf kayak class Aug. 28. Attendees will learn surf kayaking concepts and basic techniques, as well as how to read the current weather, how tides and currents affect the waves, along with beach and waterfront safety. The $40 per person cost includes transportation, kayaks, paddles, safety gear and instruction. This program is designed for people ages 16 and older who have basic swimming skills and can tolerate moderate physical activity. Optional wet suits are available for rent at the ORC. Class size is limited. Call 9631732 for more information.

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Aug. 30. Burger King will open for breakfast at 7 a.m., Charley's will open at 10 a.m. and Anthony's will open at 11 a.m. The Barber Shop, Beauty Shop, Laundry Dry Cleaning, Alterations and GNC will open at 9 a.m. Military Clothing and Sales will relocate at a later date.

Wednesday Youth Dance Classes: Registration is now underway at Youth Programs for the next session of dance classes which start Sept. 1.

Types of dances available for this 12-week session include creative movement, pre-ballet, ballet and jazz. Class ages range from 3 to 17.

Dance classes are held on Wednesdays at the Youth Center and prices are according to the type of dance program taken. The cost per student is $40 for Youth Programs' members and $50 for nonmembers. Stop by to register or call 963-5684 for more details.

Sponsor Training: Learn the keys to being a good sponsor by attending this training class Sept. 1 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.

Sept. 2 Retirement ceremony: The 437th Maintenance Group will host a retirement ceremony for Col. Tammy Livingood Sept. 2 at 10 a.m. in Building 700. For more information, contact Master Sgt. Earl Wellman at 963-5956.

Top 3 Golf Tournament: The Charleston AFB Top 3 is hosting a Golf Tournament Sept. 2, at Wrenwoods Golf Course. What is better than starting off a long weekend with a round of golf? The tournament cost is $40, which includes a hot lunch after completing the course. The tournament will begin at 8 a.m., with free range balls starting at 7 a.m. Contact Master Sgt. Donny Leydig at Donald.Leydig@charleston.af.mil with your team of four. If you have any further questions, please feel free to contact any of the Top 3 Council Officers.

Investing Basics: Learn about common terminology, the goals of investing and the most common forms of investing Sept. 2 from 3 to 4:30 p.m. This class is held at the Airman and Family Readiness Center and is for beginners only. Call 963-4406 to sign up.

Sept. 8 Youth Tae kwon Do Classes: A new season of Tae Kwon Do will begin Sept. 8 at Youth Programs. Classes are held on Mondays and Wednesday from 5 to 6:30 p.m. Boys and girls ages 7 to 18 are welcome to attend. The cost of the class is $45 per month and all students are required to be Youth Programs members and have a current physical exam on file. Drop by the Youth Center to register or call 963-5684 for additional information.

Sept. 9 Third Annual Welcome Home Event: All veterans and their family members are cordially invited to attend the Third Annual Welcome Home Event for returning combat veterans, sponsored by the Ralph Johnson Veterans Affairs Medical Hospital. The free event will be held Sept. 9 on the USS Yorktown at Patriots Point in Mount Pleasant from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Information and services will include Veterans Affairs enrollment, eligibility and benefits information, readjustment services, health screenings, women's health

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services, health and education benefits information. For more information, contact Jan Bolger at 789-7373 or Patrick O'Leary at 7896648.

Newcomer's Tour: Enjoy a free guided tour of Charleston's historic district, Ft. Moultrie and Isle of Palms Sept. 9 from 8:15 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. Lunch will be the responsibility of the participants, but transportation will be provided by the Airman and Family Readiness Center.

Sept. 10 Teens take over library: Calling all teens! The Base Library will open its doors on a Friday night just for you! Join us, Sept. 10 from 6 to 10 p.m. for an opportunity to play video games, board games, use the Library's computers and enjoy some good food. Library material will not be able to be checked out at this event. Prior registration is required to attend. Stop by or call the Library at 963-3320 to sign up.

Sept. 19 The Hurt Locker Charity Golf Tournament 2010: The Navy and Marine Corps Explosive Ordnance Disposal Association Charleston Chapter Six is hosting a Charity Golf Tournament Sept. 19 beginning at 8 a.m. at the Redbank Golf Course on the Naval Weapons Station. Cost is $65 per player and the tournament will be open to the first 25 teams of four players. Proceeds will go to the EOD Memorial Foundation and Wounded EOD Warrior Foundation. For more information, contact Tuck LaBree at eodtuck@aol.com.

Sept. 23 Top 3 Association Scholarship Program: Air Force members between the ranks of airman basic to technical sergeant can now pick up and submit application packages to the Education Center for the Top 3 Association Scholarship Program by Sept. 23. Winners and their sponsoring senior noncommissioned officers will be requested to attend the Top 3 meeting in October for the presentations. For further information, please contact Master Sgt. Evelyn Serafica-Beam at 963-6885.

Education and Training

Education tuition assistance fiscal year cutoff date: The Education and Training Section will discontinue accepting Military Tuition Assistance application by the close of business Sept. 17 for classes beginning Sept. 20 through 30. Ensure your application for tuition assistance is received by the Education and Training Section on or before Sept. 17. If you are having difficulties with the application process while in the Air Force Virtual Education Center, you should contact the Education Office at 963-4575 immediately or visit them to apply for tuition assistance. The Education Office will not be able to make any exception once they determine their final financial obligations for the fiscal year.

Funding change to testing: Effective Nov. 20, Defense Activity for Non-Traditional Education Support (DANTES) will only fund a military member's initial examination fee for each subject College Level Examination Program (CLEP), DSST (previously known as the DANTES Subject Standardized Tests) and Excelsior College Examinations (ECE) 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, re321 testing will continue to be available on a saved personally-funded basis. Individuals who 963-2233 this year took a test prior to May 20 must retest prior to Dec. 11. For additional backJoint Base Charlestonâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Airmen ground and details, call 963-4579.

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Airmen Against Drunk Driving: Wingmen Saving Lives Last incident: August 10 2010 Total: 15 2009 Total: 16 2008 Total: 14 2007 Total: 8 To volunteer, e-mail AADD.charleston@charleston.af.mil.

Members receiving a Driving Under the Influence must report to the wing commander the following duty day in full service dress accompanied by their supervisor, first sergeant and squadron commander.

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FEATURES

Service members, families honored at RiverDogs military appreciation night

U.S. Air Force Staff Sgt. Michael Williams runs next to Deangelo Mack of the Charleston RiverDogs before the opening ceremonies for military appreciation night Aug. 19, 2010, at Joseph P. Riley, Jr. Park in Charleston, S.C. Sergeant Williams took to the field along with 13 other Air Force, Coast Guard and Navy service members to be recognized with their families.

Sergeant Williams is an air transportation craftsman with the 437th Aerial Port Squadron.

U.S. Air Force Col. Steven Chapman throws the opening pitch for the Charleston RiverDogs military appreciation night Aug. 19, 2010, at Joseph P. Riley, Jr. Park in Charleston, S.C. Before the start of the game, military members and their families took to the field with RiverDogs players for the presentation of the colors and the singing of the national anthem.

Colonel Chapman is the commander of the 315th Airlift Wing and recently returned from deployment.

Joint Base Charleston Honor Guard members depart the Charleston RiverDogs baseball field after presenting the colors as a C-17 Globemaster III flies overhead during the military appreciation night opening ceremony Aug. 19, 2010, at Joseph P. Riley, Jr. Park in Charleston, S.C. The RiverDogs played against the Rome Braves from Georgia, who shutout Charleston’s team 4-0. It was the second consecutive shutout for the RiverDogs for the first time since July of 2008.

U.S. Air Force Staff Sgt. Timothy Womble sings the national anthem during the opening ceremony of the Charleston RiverDogs military appreciation night Aug. 19, 2010, at the Joseph P. Riley, Jr. Park in Charleston, S.C. Sergeant Womble gave the performance in front of nearly 4,900 fans who came out for the RiverDogs’ second military appreciation night of the year.

Sergeant Womble is an aerospace ground equipment mechanic with the 437th Maintenance Squadron.

Photos by Senior Airman Timothy Taylor

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