09-17-2010 Airlift Dispatch

Dispatch AIRLIFT

Vol. 49, No. 37

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

Thursday, September 17, 2010

Photo by Senior Airman Timothy Taylor

A Day of Caring Air Force volunteers secure a new 2x4 to a weathered wooden gate during the United Way's National Day of Caring Sept. 10, 2010 in the city of Charleston, S.C. The City of Charleston provided a budget of $1,500 dollars for more than 30 requested projects. Joint Base Charleston supplied more than 2,500 Air Force, Navy and nuclear power training command student volunteers to assist local citizens with landscaping, painting, organizing, debris removal and the installation of new smoke alarm systems. See more photos, Pages 12 & 13.

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COMMENTARY

JB CHS bids farewell to command chief It has been an honor to serve with each of you, and culminating my career as the 628th Air Base Wing command chief has been the pinnacle of my assignments in the Air Force. When I began my career 23 years ago, I had no idea it would take me here, but I'm extremely happy that it did. I've had countless mentors, supervisors, commanders, first sergeants, chiefs, coworkers and friends who have all made a difference in my life, and I hoped I made a difference in theirs and lived up to their expectations. I would especially like to thank Col. John "Red" Millander, Col. John Wood and Col. Martha Meeker, the three wing commanders whom all allowed me to serve as a command chief.

Throughout my career, my family has been at my beside sharing in the successes and making sacrifices behind the scenes, and I can't thank them enough as well for helping me understand why what the men and women in the Air Force do every day is so important.

They kept me focused and always happy to serve our great nation.

Finally, it would have been impossible for me to serve as a command chief without a great executive assistant. The three Airmen who expertly fulfilled this role during my time at Charleston did an amazing job at making sure I was

informed, prepared, where I needed to be and always ready to serve Team Charleston. I can never thank Tech. Sgt. Dina Maldonado from the 437th Operations Support Squadron,

Tech. Sgt. Allen Foster from the 437th maintenance Squadron and Staff Sgt. Laci Brokaw from the 628th medical Group enough for their dedication, candor, attention to detail and outstanding service.

I owe any success I've enjoyed to the Airmen who helped along the way, and to everyone, thank you for the support and for serving our country. To all, best wishes!

- Chief Master Sgt. Mike Ivey

Photo by Airman1st Class Lauren Main

Chief Master Sgt. Mike Ivey proudly watches his wife, Carlee Ivey pin his retirement pin to his lapel during his retirement ceremony at the Charleston Club on Joint Base Charleston, S.C., Aug, 20, 2010. Chief Ivey will officially retire in November after 23 years of dedicated service. Chief Ivey was the 628th Air Base Wing command chief.

Photo by James M. Bowman

Photo by Staff Sgt. Marie Brown

U.S. Air Force Chief Master Sgt. Mike Ivey presents the professional enhancement center enlisted olympics award to the Airman Leadership School after they defeated the First Term Airmen Center during a fitness challenge at the base picnic grounds here Feb. 1, 2010. More than 40 students and instructors from ALS and FTAC teamed up to hold the games as a fun fitness challenge. Chief Ivey was the 628th Air Wing command chief.

U.S. Air Force Chief Master Sgt. Mike Ivey takes a close look at a motorcycle during an annual mandatory meeting for all Joint Base Charleston motorcycle riders, which kicked off Air Mobility Command’s Spring Safety Focus March 19, 2010 at the base theater. Chief Ivey was one of two judges who judged a competition for "best in show" out of 134 bikes, which included cruisers and sports bikes. Chief Ivey was the 628th Air Base Wing command chief.

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Chief Master Sgt.Mike Ivey presents the American flag to his daughter Amanda Bowling during his retirement ceremony at the Charleston Club on Joint Base Charleston, S.C., Aug. 20, 2010. Chief Ivey was the 628th Air Base Wing command chief.

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Service or Self? The difference is important

By Lt. Col. R. Craig Burton Joint Base Charleston Staff Judge Advocate Years ago, I had a boss who was acutely aware of everything that was occuring in the office, put in long hours and united the workers like I had never before experienced. She was also the worst boss I've ever had.

She was aware of what was happening around the office because she held innumerable meetings and micro-managed all of her subordinates. She worked long hours not because there was important work to be done, but so her superiors could see she was in the office and she united us as subordinates because we had to pull together to support each other just to make it through the day. What was clear from the first day she arrived in the office was that the office's mission would be for her to be promoted within the organization. If we happened to do our jobs effectively in the process, that was just a bonus.

Years later I had a boss who was not completely unlike the boss mentioned above. She was aware of what we were doing in the office, she worked hard, often worked long hours and united the office. But she knew what was going on in the office because if we told her about our

projects or our concerns we knew she would help us with them. She worked hard because she wanted the office and her superiors to be successful. She united the office and pulled us together because we all had a sincere desire to impress her and wanted her to be pleased with our work.

The difference between the two bosses was simple: one cared about herself, the other cared about the people she served and the mission we supported.

So why are those differences in motives and perceptions important? The mission, at least initially, was accomplished in both offices. But, workers in the first office soon became disenchanted with the boss, the organization and the mission. Productivity slowed and potential leaders left to get different jobs. In the second office, productivity, job satisfaction and a sincere sense of duty to the overall mission increased. Perhaps most importantly, subordinates saw what a true leader was, and it inspired us to be like her, to remain in the organization she served and to do our best to serve it as well.

Nearly all of us are leaders, at least to some extent. If we don't genuinely care for our subordinates, co-workers and the mission, people will know it. But perhaps most importantly, their performance and potential to lead will

eventually reflect our motives. In fact, leaders don't have to voice their motives; they don't have to be patently obvious in promoting their perspectives - those who follow them will soon know whether they are working for someone who is self-promoting, unit-promoting or mission-promoting.

We all know that for short periods we can accomplish the mission in spite of leadership. Subordinates band together and fight to get the job done regardless of the impediments raining down upon them. But we as leaders, civilian or military, enlisted or officer, also know that in the long term, missions are truly successful and exceed expected outcomes when unit cohesiveness and pride are brought about through a truly inspirational leader we admire, are loyal to and want to be more like.

I'm glad to be in Charleston where I've worked for and with leaders who make me want to help them accomplish the mission and to do so for the good of this base and our nation. As for me, I constantly remind myself of the lessons I gleaned from the experiences discussed above, hoping to better emulate the second boss and to rid myself of any proclivity to emulate the first. We'll see how that goes.

Lorenz on Leadership -- Love your people

By Gen. Stephen R. Lorenz Air Education and Training Command commander RANDOLPH AIR FORCE BASE, Texas – I have gained a wealth of knowledge during my career, but one point remains at the top of the list ... love your people.

Through Lorenz on Leadership articles and presentations, I have shared countless personal stories. While they always have different themes, one constant is the wonderful examples and lessons from people I have met. Our Airmen are priceless. They are what make our Air Force the most powerful in the world.

Loving your people is a personal tenet I fervently believe in and live to uphold each day. It is core to my passion and drive as a member of the armed forces and is an essential trait for leaders. Our military force's diverse makeup of servicemembers and their families are themselves powerful reminders of the special charge we have been given as leaders in service to our country.

A humbling example of this is the story of Bradley and Sara Sullivan. Eighteen months ago Brad, a captain, was prepar-

ing for his first deployment as an F-16 Fighting Falcon pilot. Amidst the flurry of pre-deployment activities, his family received two life-changing announcements. First, he and his wife were pregnant with their first child. Second, Sara was diagnosed with an aggressive form of breast cancer at the age of 28.

Following a number of difficult choices, Brad and Sara moved to San Antonio to begin her chemotherapy, which would allow Sara to stave off cancer and still allow normal growth of their baby. To their delight, treatment went as planned.

However, during the third trimester the pregnancy became increasingly complicated due to the effects of the chemotherapy, and Sara was placed on bed rest. On Sept.

8, 2009, Brad and Sara welcomed their daughter Chloe Grace into their family.

But their struggles were not over. Less than two weeks after Chloe was born, Brad and Sara were back in the hospital.

Sara had suffered a massive stroke, thought to be a result of the physical ailments her body received from pregnancy and chemo. Within days of her return to Wilford Hall Medical Center, Sara was on life support and declared brain dead. She passed away shortly thereafter.

One of the many constants that continue to sustain Captain Sullivan is the community and network of unit leadership, friends and family at Randolph Air Force Base. You see, Brad and Sara were warmly welcomed into a unit that accepted them unconditionally and lovingly met every challenge with them as a family.

From the day of Sara's first hospitalization, their family was never alone as friends and family regularly visited. There was an even greater outpouring of support when Sara passed away. Now, as Chloe fast approaches her first birthday, Brad and his daughter are gifted daily with words of support, meals, and anything else required to help them walk in their new life. When difficult decisions had to be made after Sara's passing, Brad had a family liaison officer present or a member of unit leadership who was fully prepared to present him with all options for his family. All of this is a result of a culture of community, one that begins within our Air Force and reaches out to every member of our families.

Critical to loving your people is knowing them. Not just what they do or their reputation at work, but genuinely knowing them. As leaders and peers, we must

invest the time to determine what moves and motivates those around us. It is essential we know names of spouses and children. It is also imperative we understand the perspectives our people share. We must see the view an individual maintains of the world around them. This dictates an investment of time spent with them to hear their stories and life experiences.

This stands to strengthen the bond you share with fellow Airmen and allows you to lead effectively.

Inevitably the investment we make in our people is returned. Oftentimes the return comes at a time of crisis, as in the story of Captain Sullivan. It is during this time that we owe it to those around us to focus centrally on what is in the best interest of the member affected.

Loving your Airmen is not a catch phrase, nor does it mean passively asking someone how their day is going. Rather, it is an active process, an investment on the part of leaders and fellow Airmen.

You never know when you are going to make a difference, so never pass up an opportunity to reach out to those around you and invest in their lives. Trust me, it is an investment that will pay dividends for the rest of your life.

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COMMENTARY

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Redefining responsibility By 2nd Lt. Tony Richardson 20th Fighter Wing Public Affairs SHAW AIR FORCE BASE, S.C. – Responsible consumption of alcohol is an important message that we are constantly sending to Airmen. One death is too many deaths. One accident is too many accidents. However, I think we need to redefine the term "responsible."

Underage drinking has been an issue for society for awhile now. This is also true within our ranks.

However, I'm not simply referring to the number of people who show up on the security forces blotter.

I'm talking about those 18 to 20-year-old Airmen who believe that they are being "responsible" by drinking off base at a friend's house. I'm talking about those 18-20 year-old Airmen who believe that they are being "responsible" because they stay in their rooms at the dorms to avoid being caught. I'm talking about the "enablers" who purchase the alco-

hol for minors and permit these behaviors to occur.

Let's be clear -- underage drinking is a crime and should be prosecuted as such. The same thing goes for those who provide alcohol to minors or create the atmosphere to allow the crime to occur.

The fact that you did not get caught does not mean you are being responsible. Your life, your career and the lives of others are all at stake each time you make the wrong choice. No sip of alcohol is worth risking those precious things.

Do the right thing, especially when no one is looking. Ensure that your organizations, peers and subordinates are creating a culture that emphasizes the responsible consumption of alcohol.

Use the 0-0-1-3-W concept as a guideline: zero drinks if you are underage, zero drinks if you are driving, one drink per hour, three drinks maximum and always have a wingman.

The safety and security of our nation depends heavily upon the choices we make. (AFNS)

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By Master Sgt. Steven Hart 628th Communications Squadron first sergeant When do I PT Test?

Clearly, there is a lot of focus on physical fitness right now.

With all the changes in Air Force Instruction 36-2905, Air Force Fitness Program, the incidental regulation changes are sometimes overlooked. For example, there has been a significant change in the AFI 36-2301, which covers Professional Military Education.

The item I want to highlight is the requirement that all attendees must have a passing current fitness assessment before they are allowed to attend. It also states your FA must remain current through the duration of PME. Another situation where your prescribed testing months can change is deployment. Tour lengths and location requirements will dictate if a test must be administered before you deploy.

This is to ensure that you have a current FA throughout your deployment. Again, this means you could test earlier than you originally planned.

These are just two examples I've heard recently, but as changes are published in other AFIs there may be other instances in the future.

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The national Let's Move! program works to combat the epidemic of childhood obesity through engaging every sector impacting a child's health. It provides schools, families and communities simple tools to help kids be more active, eat better and get healthy.

Tricare's web page at www.tricare.mil/getfit serves as the 'headquarters' for beneficiaries looking for resources on childhood obesity. The page highlights ongoing efforts to raise awareness of childhood obesity and encourages children to eat right and exercise. It has links to informational websites and games emphasizing good nutrition and fitness for kids.

Officials with the Let's Move! campaign report that over the past three decades, childhood obesity rates in America have tripled, and today, nearly one in three children in America is overweight or obese. What is more shocking, one third of all children born in 2000 or later, will suffer from diabetes at some point in their lives. Many others will face chronic obesity-related health problems like heart disease, high blood pressure, cancer and asthma.

Tricare health specialists know it is not easy battling obesity. Weight loss occurs when calories consumed are less than calories burned. If children -- or adults -- consume more calories than they are burning, there is a good chance they will gain weight.

Decreasing calorie consumption and increasing physical activity to burn more calories than consumed is the simple "recipe" for weight loss. For someone obese, staying committed to changing his or her diet may not be simple.

Physicians and experts are in agreement that battling obesity involves a commitment to healthy eating habits and regular exercise. Having a support system is also very important.

Early and appropriate intervention is valuable. Teaching children ways to make healthy eating choices at a young age can bring benefits for a lifetime. Military personnel, retirees and their families can utilize the support from the Defense Commissary Agency. The DeCA website at www.commisaries.com provides dietary advice columns, recipes and information on making healthy food choices. The "MyPyramid" tool at www.mypyramind.gov from the Agriculture Department assists by creating a personalized eating schedule and physical activity plan.

For exercise and activities, check with schools for a list of programs. Also, military Morale, Welfare and Recreation centers offer activities from team sports like basketball and baseball, to music, dance, martial arts, gymnastics, swimming, ice skating and more. MWR youth services has something for everyone. Beneficiaries should check with the nearest installation for more information.

Learn more about Let's Move! at www.letsmove.gov and Childhood Obesity Awareness Month at www.healthierkidsbrighterfutures.org. (AFNS)

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NEWS Senior Airman Thomas Farmer, (third from right) and other Airmen from the Transit Center at Manas Air Base visit with students and administrators from the Birkdik School Aug. 26, 2010. During these visits, Airmen spend time with the children, share stories over meals and play sports.

Airman Farmer is a member of 437th Operations Support Squadron who volunteered to deploy with the 15th Airlift Squadron. He also serves at the president of the First 4 Council at the Transit Center.

Charleston Airmen go above and beyond during deployment

By Trisha Gallaway Joint Base Charleston Public Affairs Finding the time to volunteer in the local community while at home can be challenging, but finding the time to volunteer while deployed, almost impossible.

Members of the 15th Airlift Squadron, who are currently deployed to the Transit Center at Manas, Kyrgyzstan are finding the time and ways to give back to the country they are calling home for more than 120 days this year.

Senior Airman Thomas Farmer, a member of the 437th Operations Support Squadron who volunteered to deploy with the 15 AS and is the president of the First 4 Council at the Transit Center, along with other members of his squadron, recently had the opportunity to visit the Birdkik School and the Bishkek School for the Deaf, where during these visits the Airmen socialize with the children and the school administrators, share stories over meals and play sports.

How do opportunities like this come about?

"We found out about this when we were in-processing and it was briefed to us during our Right Start brief," said Master Sgt. Mark Harrison, who was the designated trip leader.

Wing leadership at the Transit Center created a network called the Theater Security Cooperation, said Airman Farmer. The purpose of the network is to build a partnership capacity with the local Kyrgyz leadership.

"One method of building a partnership capacity is to provide much needed humanitarian assistance to local villages, schools and

orphanages," said Airman Farmer.

After the group returned from their visit, it was Airman Farmer's job to put together a trip report.

"Within 24 hours of the visit, a trip report is submitted to the TSC leadership to include activities, observations and requests supplied by the school," he said. "The trip reports are used by the TSC to submit proposals to the general officers who decide on the funding of large humanitarian assistance projects."

On the wish list for the schools; it's maps and English textbooks for the Birdkik School, while the Bishkek School for the Deaf is looking for beds, dining tables, bathroom renovations and an updated playground, to name a few items.

It was through another volunteer effort that Airman Farmer realized how much the schools appreciated the assistance.

"I saw how lives of the children, and through them, entire communities could be drastically changed through simply meeting with our local Kyrgyz partners and writing a report," he said. "There is money waiting to be used for renovations of schools, community centers and orphanages."

While the current flying schedules make it difficult for aircrew members to volunteer for assistance trips, Airman Farmer and Sergeant Harrison have been able to work with other trip leaders to reserve spots for aircrew members.

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NEWS Training for the Ironman U.S. Air Force Capt. Jamie Turner rides her bike in preparation for the Ironman World Championship while at Wando, S.C., Sept. 5, 2010.

During a peak training week Captain Turner bikes 12 hours, a total distance of 220 miles. She has been preparing for the Ironman for the last six months.

During the competition Oct. 9, 2010, she will endure a 2.4 mile swim, a 112 mile bike ride and a 26.2 mile run at Kona, Hawaii. Captain Turner is a C-17 pilot with the 317th Air Force Reserve Command at Joint Base Charleston, S.C. Photo by James Bowman

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Charleston Airmen - from Page 6 team to an orphanage in the town of Nizhanchuiskoe, where they delivered a van full of donated goods to include clothing, shoes and school supplies," said Airman Farmer.

Another effort resulted in Master Sgt. Terry Wright, 16th Airlift Squadron loadmaster and Capt. Timothy Cox, a 15 AS pilot being able to attend a luncheon with a group of Babushkas, also known in the Manas community as grandmothers.

These examples are just a few of the outstanding volunteer efforts Charleston Airmen are finding the time to do.

"We have a busy schedule here but several others from the 15 AS have volunteered, whether it be with on base support for upcoming trips or going on the trips themselves," said Sergeant Harrison. "This is huge here and is on everyone's scope. Airmen from all units in the wing here are out volunteering with the Manas Air Base Outreach Society on a weekly basis, it is actually hard at times to get on the trips because they fill up so fast."

With the squadron just a little more than half way through their deployment, it's clear these Airmen have worked hard to leave their footprints in the local surrounding communities.

"It is a pretty amazing feeling to be able to help, especially at a deployed location," said Sergeant Harrison. "The locals here see it as our commitment to the area and our support means a lot when they see we are willing to take the step beyond our daily work and assist them to help make the area a better place than when we arrived."

628 CES lights the way ahead

By Trisha Gallaway Joint Base Charleston Public Affairs When it comes to finding ways to keep Joint Base Charleston "green" it's safe to say the 628th Civil Engineer Squadron here will find ways to make it happen.

The newest project to go green at JB CHS involves Induction lighting as the way ahead.

"What we are doing is changing out existing mercury vapor or high pressure sodium fixtures and installing induction fixtures in their place," said Jeffrey Morgan, energy program manager for the 628 CES. By replacing the existing fixtures with induction lighting, the 628 CES will be able to reduce the wattage of the old fixtures by half, while still being able to maintain the same level of light output.

Another bonus by switching to induction lighting is the extended lifespan of the bulbs.

The lifespan for induction lighting is eight to 10 years as opposed to the four to five year lifespan with what is currently installed, said Mr. Morgan.

Bottom line, by installing induction lighting across the base, Joint Base Charleston should see a savings of 380 million British Thermal Units, or $297,000 a

year in energy savings.

So far, more than 621 light fixtures around the base have been refitted with new, energy saving, induction lighting.

This comes on the back of the 2008 to 2009 project called Operation Change Out - Military Challenge, which was the bases first lighting initiative.

The goal of the program was to change out the incandescent bulbs in base housing and the dormitories with compact fluorescent bulbs.

"We achieved a pledge of 2,417 bulbs changed out in a year's time," said Mr. Morgan. "What we did, was change out 40 watt and 60 watt incandescent bulbs with their equivalent compact fluorescent bulbs."

We saved an estimated $33,000 a year, which was the energy savings cost associated with this operation, said Mr. Morgan.

Want to know what is up next on the list of lighting projects?

"We are looking at replacing all of the street lighting, from Hill Boulevard to the flightline and all the branch out streets with induction lighting" said Mr. Morgan.

"Right now this is still in the design phase."

If everything goes according to plan and funding is approved, construction should begin during the Fiscal Year 11-12 time frame.

TTHE CENE HE SS CENE

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Joint Base Charleston donates ti 2nd Lt. Melissa Allan collects glass at the base of an overpass column during the United Way's National Day of Caring Sept. 10, 2010 in the city of Charleston, S.C. Air Force volunteers spruced up a playground under an overpass, clearing it of glass, rubble and trash making it a safer and cleaner environment for children to play in.

Lieutenant Allan is the acting photo flight commander at the 1st Combat Camera Squadron.

U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Timothy Taylor

Tech. Sgt. Cao Nguyen drives a screw into the corner of a wooden gate during the United Way's National Day Sergeant Nguyen is a crew chief instructor with the 437th Mission Operations Squadron.

Left, Volunteers cook up beef and soy burgers for hungry workers after a long day of volunteering during the United Way's National Day of Caring Sept. 10, 2010 in the city of Charleston, S.C. Pulled pork, burgers, coleslaw, beans, chips and drinks were quickly devoured by volunteers who completed more than 15 various projects assigned to the Air Force.

Right, Airman 1st Class Alyssa Pruitt racks up debris from a landscaping project during the United Way's National Day of Caring Sept. 10, 2010 in the city of Charleston, S.C. Airmen cut trees, collected trash and pulled vines during the renovation of this backyard. Several truck loads later, volunteers made this backyard a friendly and hospitable environment for the owners. Airman Pruitt is a food service apprentice with the 628th Force Support Squadron.

U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 1st Class Jennifer R. Hudson

Firemen Matt Cook and Cody Millsap, assigned to the Naval Nuclear Power Training Command at Naval Weapons Station Charleston, lend a helping hand to Malcolm C. Hursey Elementary School during the annual Day of Caring event.

U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Timothy Taylor

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me to help City of Charleston Sailors from Naval Nuclear Power Training Command at Naval Weapons Station Charleston, pile gravel on a tarp to stop weed growth at the local nonprofit, Habitat for Humanity Restore in Goose Creek, as part of the Day of Caring community service event.

Air Force and Navy representatives worked hand -in-hand with Sally Burnett, volunteer coordinator at Trident United Way to organize the Day of Caring making it a success for volunteers and residents.

U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 1st Class Jennifer R. Hudson

Senior Airman Jerry Anthony Marinucci III, left, and Staff Sgt. Jarrod Miller, right, lay fresh mulch while landscaping during the United Way's National Day of Caring Sept. 10, 2010 in the city of Charleston, S.C. Airman Marinucci III is a flight administrative assistant and Sergeant Miller is an operations noncomissioned officer, both are with the 628th Security Forces Squadron.

U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Timothy Taylor

y of Caring Sept. 10, 2010 in the city of Charleston, S.C.

U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 1st Class Jennifer R. Hudson

U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Timothy Taylor

Fireman Nicholas Cage, from Daytona Beach, Fla., assigned to Naval Nuclear Power Training Command at Naval Weapons Station Charleston, performs landscaping at Malcolm C. Hursey Elementary School during the annual Day of Caring event. More than 2,500 Sailors and Airmen throughout the Charleston area participated in the community service event.

Photo by Senior Airman Timothy Taylor

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14 Airlift Dispatch • September 17, 2010 ROUND THE IR ORCE "Our relationship with our European allies President Obama reaches out think this is some sort of gimmick or scam, or that it's a way for the government to call you remains the cornerstone for U.S. engagement to veterans back to service. Nothing could be further from with the world and a catalyst for international WASHINGTON – President Barack Obama said he wants to make sure veterans and current service members who were involuntarily retained in the military under the socalled "Stop Loss" program get the retroactive pay they deserve.

"You served with honor," President Obama said. "You did your duty. And when your country called on you again, you did your duty again. Now, it's time to collect the special pay that you deserve."

Servicemembers who were involuntarily extended or whose retirement was suspended between Sept. 30, 2009, and Sept. 11, 2001, are entitled to a retroactive payment of $500 for each month of extension. The application deadline is Oct. 21.

Information on the special pay and links to the application are available at www.defense. gov/stoploss.

About 58,000 of 145,000 eligible claims have been paid, and $219 million has been disbursed of the $534 million appropriated, Defense Department officials said.

While tens of thousands of veterans already have received retroactive pay averaging nearly $4,000 each, the president said many others may be reluctant to apply.

"I know there's been some confusion and skepticism out there," he said. "Some veterans

the truth.

"As your commander in chief," President Obama continued, "I'm here to tell you that this is no gimmick or trick. You worked hard.

You earned this money. It doesn't matter whether you were active or reserve, whether you're a veteran who experienced 'Stop Loss,' or the survivor of a servicemember who did.

If your service was extended, you're eligible."

The military services are promoting the retroactive pay through direct mail, veteran and service organizations, websites, phone lines, print and broadcast media. The president's message underscores the effort to spread the word.

"Share this video among your fellow veterans," the president said. "Help us get our 'Stop Loss' veterans the pay to which they're entitled. Help us make sure that America is serving our veterans, and your families, as well as you've served us." (AFNS)

USAFE commander assesses future strategy at AFA WASHINGTON – The U.S. Air Forces in Europe commander focused on the way ahead during his address at the 2010 Air Force Association Air and Space Conference and Technology Exposition here Sept 14.

action," said Gen. Roger A. Brady.

Referencing the U.S. National Security Strategy signed by the president in May, General Brady left no doubt about the U.S.'s commitment to its European allies.

"The renewed commitment to deterrence and prevention called for in the National Security Strategy can only be accomplished with a continued U.S. presence," the general said.

The general added that the daily interaction with host nation forces builds interoperability and relationships that are key to a quick response in crisis.

As an example of the significance of permanently stationed forces of all services in the national strategy, he highlighted the impact of the North Atlantic Treaty Organization as a major component of success in Afghanistan.

As of August, more than 39,000 of the more than 119,000 troops serving in Afghanistan are from NATO and our European allies, General Brady said. This also means 39,000 fewer Americans are in harm's way.

European ally involvement in Afghanistan over the last nine years is a direct result of the U.S. relationship with European allies, both in and outside of NATO, he added.

Europe's geographical location alone makes it important in providing access to

Out with the bad, in with the good

Photo by Senior Airman Timothy Taylor

Airman 1st Class Jeffrey Montgomery connects the waste suction hose to the lavatory service outlet on the underbelly of a C-17 Globemaster III Sept. 7, 2010, on Joint Base Charleston, S.C. Airmen on lavatory service duty first pump water into the tank to break apart waste particles making the removal process smoother. Once the waste is removed, "Blue Juice" is pumped back into the system which is a cocktail comprised of water, anti-freeze and an anti-smell agent. Airmen service every C-17 upon landing and sometimes before take-off. Airman Montgomery is an air transportation technician with the 437th Aerial Port Squadron.

other areas of the world, General Brady said.

USAFE bases allow the U.S. to project power more rapidly than if forces were to come solely from the U.S. This reduces reaction time to threats, and is a vital part of U.S. efforts in Southwest Asia.

For the past few months, half of the U.S. fighter aircraft in Southwest Asia were from USAFE, the general said. In addition, the command provides critical operating bases and staging locations for past and current operations in theater.

Reduced access to or operations from European bases would make such future operations much more difficult, if not impossible, he said. The general expressed confidence in the national strategy.

"To deter foes and make ourselves resilient in an uncertain future, we must nurture and strengthen the viability of those relationships that have yielded success in the past and continue to develop those capabilities that will allow us to not just survive, but win those scenarios," he said. (AFNS)

Constitution commemoration falls in line with AF birthday WASHINGTON – "I ... solemnly swear that I will support and defend the Constitution of the United States against all enemies, foreign and domestic," are words from the enlistment oath that every Airman has sworn to one or more times.

As the Air Force marks its 63rd year Sept.

18, the Department of Defense commemorates the signing of the Constitution with Constitution Day and Citizenship Day on Sept. 17.

"Celebrating both Constitution Day and Citizenship Day is a perfect opportunity to highlight the outstanding efforts of our total force Airmen and reflect on the purpose of our military," said Air Force Secretary Michael B. Donley. "Every individual supporting our Air Force and our nation should stand proud knowing that what they do directly upholds American citizens' 'inalienable rights' and shows other nations the way to greater freedoms for their own people."

For more than two centuries, this founding document reflects the Air Force's core values and preserves the truths set forth in the Declaration of Independence.

For activities and education on this commemoration, the DOD has a website at http://constitutionday.cpms.osd.mil/ that contains information about the Constitution and U.S. history.

As required by Public Law 108-447, all federal agencies are to provide education and training to all civilian employees. (AFNS)

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Successful onload of prepositioning ship USNS Soderman aboard NWS Charleston Story and photo by Mass Communication Specialist 1st Class Jennifer Hudson Joint Base Charleston Public Affairs Prepositioning ship United States Naval Ship Soderman received more than 2,000 pieces of equipment over a 10-day period at Naval Weapons Station Charleston Sept. 7 through Sept. 17.

The on-load included HUMVEEs, armored vehicles, generators and ambulances that will be available for military uses. Prepositioning ships support all military branches as well as the Defense Logistics Agency to ensure rapid availability of equipment during times of crisis.

"We have been preparing for this mission for about two months," said Lt. Cmdr. Brian Mowery, 841st Army Transportation Battalion deputy commander. "Loading the Army Prepositioning Stock equipment on to the Large Medium Speed Roll-on/Roll-off vessel, USNS Soderman, is one of the largest operations we deal with here at the weapons station."

NWS Charleston crew members worked tirelessly alongside the 841st Transportation Battalion, Army Strategic Logistics Activity Charleston, Maritime Sealift Command and various contracting partners.

"Teamwork is essential for this type of operation. We understand that the mission is important and we have to get the ship loaded and out on time. Everyone really came

together to make this happen," said Lt. Colonel Ines White, 841st Transportation Battalion commander.

"Without one piece of the puzzle we could not complete the whole picture."

The ships allow the military the capability to receive needed equipment in a timely manner in order to respond quickly to any emergency. They provide quick movement of military gear between operating areas without relying on other nation's modes of transportation.

"It is critical that we do not have to rely on the infrastructure support of other nations to deliver the equipment to our troops," said Lieutenant Commander Mowery.

After the on-load the USNS Soderman will set sail and anchor in the Western Pacific, where the ship will stay for Prepositioning ship, United States Naval Ship Soderman received more than two years, switching out the crew every four more than 2,000 pieces of equipment over a 10-day period aboard months.

Naval Weapons Station Charleston Sept. 7 to Sept. 17. The ships "So far everything has gone according to plan--we are allow the military the capability to receive needed equipment in a right on track and moving along quite smoothly," said timely manner in order to respond quickly to any emergency. They Chris Spain, ship's Master of the USNS Soderman. provide quick movement of military gear between operating areas Once the ship's two and half year tour is completed, it without relying on other nation's modes of transportation. will return to port where the equipment onboard will receive maintenance and upgrades, or will be replaced placed around the world. with completely different gear before returning to sea. The "We are right on schedule and I am really pleased with all equipment, like many things, has a life-cycle that may need that hard work that is going into this operation," said Bob to be repaired from rust or any damage before it can be used. O'Brien, the general manager of ASLAC. "I don't think we There are currently more than 25 prepositioning ships dis- could have been as successful as we are right now if it wastributed among the branches of the military, strategically n't for all the teamwork we have."

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Consultations will be held at the Airman and Family Readiness Center. Call 963-4406 for an individual appointment.

Retirement Ceremony: Master Sgt. Jay Kissinger's retirement will be held at 1:00 p.m. in bldg 54, 315th Auditorium.

Events Sept. 21-23 Friday Transition Assistance Workshop: This three-day workshop is for POW/MIA 24-hour run, luncheon and retreat: Joint Base Charleston is hosting a Prisoner of War/Missing in Action 24-hour military members who are transitioning from the military. Meet with run, luncheon and retreat. The 24-hour run will start Sept. 16 at 3:30 experts from finance, VA, S.C. Job Services (and more) to obtain the at the base track. Please contact Senior Master Sgt. Jenny King at tools that you need for a successful transition into the civilian sec963-2904 to register your team. On Sept. 17 from noon to 2 p.m., tor. This workshop will be held at the Airman and Family Readiness members can eat lunch with a former POW. The cost is $16 for non- Center, Bldg 500 from Sept. 21 to Sept. 23, 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Call members and $14 for members. Please contact Master Sgt. Donny 963-4406 to sign up.

Wednesday Leydig at 963-2768 to sign up. That afternoon, there will be a Credit Repair Solutions: Learn about credit scores, building Retreat Ceremony starting at 3:30 p.m. at the base flag pole. For credit and how to protect your credit (& your security clearance) on more information on this event, contact Tech. Sgt. Steven your own without spending a dime. Separate fact from fiction and Thompson at 963-3777. For any other questions contact Master Sgt. how to avoid scams that offer empty promises. Class will be held at To submit a news brief, send an e-mail to 628abw.dis- Jeff Faretra at 963-7154.

First annual Commander's Cup: Friday, Sept. 17 is the last day to the Airman and Family Readiness Center, Bldg. 500 from 8 a.m. to patch@charleston.af.mil. Make the subject line "NEWS BRIEFS." Submissions must be received no later than close of sign up for the first Joint Base Charleston annual Commander's Cup. 9 a.m. on Sept. 22. Call 963-4406 to sign up.

Passing the Financial Torch: For parents of toddlers to teens. business the Friday prior to publication.

Events include basketball, volleyball, bowling, and a three part relay Teach your children how to become savvy consumers. Share ideas challenge. Registration forms can be found at www.jbcharleston.com Special Announcements with other parents and learn tricks and tips to help your children and should be turned into CAFB or NWS Fitness Centers. For addimanage money. Class will be on Sept. 22 from 12 p.m. to 1 p.m.

Charleston Concert Association: The CCA is offering active- tional information call 963-3349 or 764-7530.

Call 963-4406 to reserve your seat. duty military and their families 50 percent discount on classical Sunday Thursday music shows this concert season. Performances are held at the The Hurt Locker Charity Golf Tournament 2010: The Navy and Spouse Appreciation Dinner: Joint Base Charleston will host its Gaillard auditorium in downtown Charleston. To obtain tickets, Marine Corps Explosive Ordnance Disposal Association Charleston active-duty military members must call 727-1216 and offer the dis- Chapter Six is hosting a Charity Golf Tournament Sept. 19 begin- Quarterly Spouse Appreciation Dinner for spouses of deployed count code, 20101001. Visit www.charlestonconcerts.org. ning at 8 a.m. at the Redbank Golf Course on the Naval Weapons members Sept. 23 at the base chapel annex from 6 to 7:30 p.m. The Disney on Ice: Disney On Ice Princess Wishes will be perform- Station. Cost is $65 per player and the tournament will be open to night will be free for spouses to take a night off and join for fellowing at the North Charleston Coliseum, Oct. 21 through Oct. 24. the first 25 teams of four players. Proceeds will go to the EOD ship, networking, support and food. Call 963-4406 to sign up.

Top 3 Association Scholarship Program: Air Force members Military Personnel and family members can save up 50% on full Memorial Foundation and Wounded EOD Warrior Foundation. For between the ranks of airman basic to technical sergeant can now price tickets for five performances when purchasing tickets in per- more information, contact Tuck LaBree at eodtuck@aol.com. pick up and submit application packages to the Education Center for son, online and by phone. In addition, there is a pre-show tour of Monday Disney Princess gowns and treasures that is free to ticket holders.

Personnel office hours change: The Military Personnel Section the Top 3 Association Scholarship Program by Sept. 23. Winners The tour is hosted by one of the Princesses. For additional informa- in Building 503 will change customer service hours starting Sept. and their sponsoring senior noncommissioned officers will be tion, call Group Tickets USA at 888-770-1876, Mon-Fri, 10 a.m. to 20. The new hours will be 9 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. daily. It will no longer requested to attend the Top 3 meeting in October for the presenta4 p.m. eastern time. close at 1:30 p.m. on Wednesdays for training. The new hours are tions. For further information, please contact Master Sgt. Evelyn Free golf clinic: Kiawah Island Golf Resort is pleased to standardized to allow daily consistency and customer convenience, Serafica-Beam at 963-6885.

Friday announce a series of complimentary golf clinics as a thank you for as opposed to different hours on different days. This is a growing Retirement Ceremony: Senior Master Sgt. R. Gardner's retiremilitary service. Each clinic will be available to the first 10 active- trend across the Air Force as MPS's have sustained a 40 percent duty members to register. The clinics will be from 5 p.m. to 6 p.m. manning cut Air Force wide. For more information, call the MPS at ment will be held at 11:00 a.m. in the auditorium in bldg 705.

Sept. 28 Sept. 28, Oct. 26 and Nov. 30 at Turtle Point Golf Club. To register, 963-0677.

Exceptional Family Member Program: Call 963-4406 to register contact Josh Wagaman at 266-4054 or e-mail at First Time Homebuyer Workshop: Interested in buying a home josh_wagaman@kiawahresort.com before noon the Monday prior but intimidated by the whole process? This 2-hour workshop is for this Quarterly Special Needs Group Meeting to be held in Bldg. to the clinic. packed with information and will take you through every phase of 500, Airman and Family Readiness Center classroom. Meeting is Airman Leadership School instructor position opening: The home-buying by explaining terminology, forms, whether you are Sept. 28 from 6 p.m. to 7 p.m.

Sept. 29 Charleston Airman Leadership School has an opening for a ready to buy a home, the closing, lending, and much, much more!

Psychological Aid for Military Families: Helping military famiProfessional Military Education Instructor in January 2011. Are you Class will be Sept. 20 from 1100-1300 at the Airman and Family lies learn their strengths and how to become even stronger, ways to highly motivated and dedicated staff sergeant with a Community Readiness Center. Call 963-4406 to reserve your seat. apply those strengths during times of stress and how to support othCollege of the Air Force degree? Can you multi-task? If so, this Tuesday ers during challenging life circumstances. This forum is provided by could be the job for you! ALS Flight Instructors provide the Air Educational opportunities counseling: Meet monthly one-onForce's future leaders with the skills necessary to fulfill their super- one with an expert who will help you reach your educational goals. the American Red Cross and will be held in the Airman and Family Readiness Center, Bldg. 500, from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. or 6 p.m. to 9 visory responsibilities within the enlisted force structure and lead p.m. RSVP by the 15th of September by calling 963-4406. our Airmen of tomorrow. This is a 4-year controlled Oct. 1 tour which will allow you the stability to reach Clinic closure: The 628th Medical Group will be closed your professional and personal goals. Please conOct. 1 for the Joint Base Charleston Inaugural Ceremony. tact the ALS Commandant, Master Sgt. Joe The clinic will resume normal business hours Oct. 4.

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Oct. 2 He also be reached via e-mail at Last incident: August 10 328 Citadel Military Appreciation Day: Join the Citadel joseph.adams.2@charleston.af.mil Deadline to 2010 Total: 15 2009 Total: 16 saved Bulldogs for Military Appreciation Day as the they take on submit packages is Sept. 15.

2008 Total: 14 2007 Total: 8 the Western Carolina Catamounts Oct. 2 at Johnson 963-2233 this year Miracle League Military Appreciation Day: To volunteer, e-mail Hagood Stadium. Kickoff time is scheduled for 1 p.m. The The Summerville Miracle League is non-profit AADD.charleston@charleston.af.mil.

Joint Base Charleston’s Airmen Army's 28nd Airborne is scheduled to parachute in the organization that provides opportunities for chilMembers receiving a Driving Under the Influence Against Drunk Driving offers game ball and there will be a giveaway to the first 1,000 dren with disabilities to play Miracle League basemust report to the wing commander the following free, confidential rides home. duty day in full service dress accompanied by their fans through the gate. For discounted group tickets, please ball, regardless of their disabilities. The league will supervisor, first sergeant and squadron commander. contact Jeremy Helms at 843-953-6812. be hosting a military appreciation day along with their fall season opening day Saturday, Sept. 11. For more information on the event, contact Master Sgt. Mark Montrose at 963-4406.

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SPOTLIGHT

Airlift Dispatch • September 17, 2010

Senior Airman Katie Gieratz 628th Air Base Wing Public Affairs Senior Airman Katie Gieratz is a member of the 628th Air Base Wing Public Affairs office and has been stationed at Joint Base Charleston for three years. She is currently serving in the Middle East with the 379th Air Expeditionary Wing on her first deployment.

In her deployed unit, Airman Gieratz works as a photographer, who is responsible for documenting the mission, highlighting Airmen and being available to document any damage done to government property.

"A lot of things we do here are not unlike our duties at home station," said Airman Gieratz. "I've covered everything from alert jobs and coin presentations to distinguished visitors in the area of responsibility."

While stationed at Joint Base Charleston, Airman Gieratz works as a photographer for Joint Base Charleston. She documents all aspects of the mission for historic and archival purposes, as well as publication in the base paper and Air Force websites.

"The living arrangements here are obviously a lot different than being home in Charleston," said Airman Gieratz. "I know that it could be a lot worse so I'm making the best of

my deployment and trying to experience new things. Here I get to show Airmen in a different light, which is exciting for me."

This "warrior of the week" hails from Altus, Ok., and enlisted in the Air Force in January 2007.

"I have enjoyed my time in the Air Force," Airman Gieratz said. "I've always like interacting with people and with my job I meet new people every day. People like to see themselves in print or on the web, and it gives them an easy way to send stuff home to families to show what they are doing."

Currently, Airman Gieratz's goal is to obtain her degree in psychology and work with children. Aside from working toward her degree, Airman Gieratz loves to work out at the gym and cook.

"Airman Gieratz is great at what she does and is able to put anyone at ease on the other side of the camera lens," said Master Sgt. Cindy Dorfner, 379 AEW Public Affairs noncommissioned officer in charge. "From a group of chief master sergeants hamming it up for the camera to a four-star general, to maintainers on the flightline, she finds a way to get the shot she needs. I'm constantly getting letters of appreciation

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Airlift Dispatch • September 17, 2010

SPORTS & FITNESS

The whistle blows as runners take off at the beginning of the Commander's Fitness Challenge on Joint Base Charleston, S.C., Sept. 9, 2010.

This month’s run was in remembrance of the Sept. 11, 2001 tragedies. Prior to the start of the run, Maj. Tara White, Force Support Squadron commander, urged runners to think about what this run should mean to them and to push their hardest. This month’s run also served as the Combined Federal Campaign kickoff. Each year, thousands of nonprofit human health and welfare charities benefit from the millions of dollars that have been donated through CFC.

Airmen remember Sept. 11 events through Commander's Fitness Challenge Capt. Michaela Judge sprints towards the finish line during the Commander's Fitness Challenge held on Joint Base Charleston, S.C., Sept. 9, 2010. This month’s fitness challenge was held in remembrance of the Sept. 11, 2001 tragedies and was called "The Patriot Run". In addition, it also served as the Combined Federal Campaign kickoff. The CFC is the largest and most successful annual workplace charity campaign, with more than 300 CFC campaigns held worldwide to help raise millions of dollars each year. Capt. Judge finished the two-and-ahalf-mile course in 18 minutes and 38 seconds. Capt. Judge is the video flight commander with the 1st Combat Camera Squadron.

Capt. Josh Lundeby finishes first for the males with no other runners in sight at the Commander's Fitness Challenge held on Joint Base Charleston, S.C., Sept. 9, 2010.

Capt. Lundeby finished the two-and-a-half-mile course in 14 minutes and 10 seconds. Capt.

Lundeby is a C-17 pilot with the 17th Airlift Squadron.

Photos by Airman 1st Class Lauren Main

BASE INFORMATION 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.

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Friday, September 17, 7:30 p.m. – DINNER FOR SCHMUCKS – Steve Carell, Paul Rudd – Tim, is an up-andcoming executive who has just received his first invitation to the “dinner for idiots,” a monthly event hosted by his boss that promises bragging rights to the exec that shows up with the biggest buffoon. Tim’s fiancée, Julie, finds it distasteful and Tim agrees to skip the dinner, until he bumps into Barry-an IRS employee who devotes his spare time to building elaborate taxidermy mouse dioramas—and quickly realizes he’s struck idiot gold. Tim can’t resist, and invites Barry, whose blundering good intentions soon sends Tim’s life into a frenzied downward spiral and a series of misadventures, threatening a major business deal, bringing crazy stalker ex-girlfriend, Darla, back into Tim’s life and driving Julie into the arms of another man. Rated PG-13.

Saturday, September 18, 7:30 p.m. – THE OTHER GUYS – Will Ferrell, Mark Wahlberg – Detective Allen Gamble is a forensic accountant who’s more interested in paperwork than hitting the streets. Detective Terry Hoitz is a tough guy who has been stuck with Allen as his partner ever since an unfortunate run-in with Derek Jeter. Allen and Terry idolize the city’s top cops, Danson and Highsmith, but when an opportunity arises for the Other Guys to step up, things don’t quite go as planned.

Rated PG-13.

Friday, September 24, 7:30 p.m. – SCOTT PILGRIMS VS THE WORLD – Michael Cera, Mary Elizabeth Winstead – Scott Pilgrim has never had a problem getting a girlfriend. It’s getting rid of them that prove difficult. From the girl who kicked his heart’s ass-and now is back in town-to the teenage distraction he’s trying to shake when Ramona rollerblades into his world, love hasn’t been easy. He soon discovers, however, his new crush has the most unusual baggage of all: a nefarious league of exes controls his love life and will do whatever it takes to eliminate him as a suitor. As Scott gets closer to Ramona, he must face an increasingly vicious rogues’ gallery from her past-from infamous skateboarders to vegan rock stars and fearsome identical twins. And if he hopes to win his true love, he must vanquish them all before it really is game over. Rated PG-13.

Saturday, September 25, 7:30 p.m. – EAT PRAY LOVE – Julia Roberts, James Franco – Liz Gilbert had everything a modern woman is supposed to dream of having --- a husband, a house, a successful career – yet like so many others, she found herself lost, confused, and searching for what she really wanted in life. Newly divorced and at a crossroads, Gilbert steps out of her comfort zone, risking everything to change her life, embarking on a journey around the world that becomes a quest for selfdiscovery. In her travels, she discovers the true pleasure of nourishment by eating in Italy; the power of prayer in India, and finally and unexpectedly, the inner peace and balance of true love in Bali. Rated PG-13 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.

This week's hurricane tip is: Many hazards remain after a hurricane. Continue to listen to the radio for road conditions and other information. Do not attempt to drive across flooded roads because two feet of water is enough to carry a vehicle away.

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NEWS Joint Base Charleston Presents Inaugural Joint Military Ball Place: Charleston Convention Center Date: October 23, 2010 Cocktails @ 1800, Dinner @ 1900 Uniform: Semi-formal/ Mess Dress/Dinner Dress No hats or cover Tickets: $35 Guest Speaker: Maj Gen (ret) James Livingston

Event Details • Shuttle available from Commissary leaves @ 1730 & return ride @ 2200 • Gov. Rate Rooms available @ $142 • Photo portrait services on site • Free Parking at convention center • 7 cash bars throughout ball area • Live Entertainment – “THE COOL” • On-site child care available, max 50 kids: 1+ yrs old, $10 1st child, $5 ea. additional

Plated Menu Main Course: Lowcountry Antipasto, Grilled Breast of Chicken w/au jus, & Broiled Salmon Filet w/Lemon Cream Sauce, Wild Rice and Green Beans Desserts: Desserts of Key Lime Tart & Chocolate Layer Cake Beverages: Iced Tea, Water & Starbucks Coffee Service

Military: Want To Place A Free Ad? Go To www.CharlestonMilitary.com

MISC nOTICeS Come Join the Fun at CafeMoms.com.... info, playdates & meet other Moms on the base! group "Moms on the NWS in Charleston SC" Military Mommies Group for JB Charleston.

Visit our website for playdates and more http://www.meetup.com/military-moms/ MOPS (Mothers of Preschoolers) For Moms with kids birth through kindergarten.

Meets the 2nd and 4th Tuesday of the month at Old Fort Baptist Church, 10505 Dorchester RD. Summerville, SC 29485. Contact Heather Hansen 873-2283 for more information.

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