03-18-2011 The Patriot (Joint Base Charleston)

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Joint Base Charleston

Vol. 2, No. 11

Patriot Team Charleston – One Family, One Mission, One Fight!

Friday, March 18, 2011

USS Farragut makes port in Charleston By 2nd Lt. Susan Carlson Joint Base Charleston Public Affairs At approximately 10 a.m., March 11, the Arleigh Burke-class destroyer USS Farragut (DDG 99), made port in downtown Charleston. The destroyer, based out of Naval Station Mayport, Fl., became the first U.S. Navy destroyer to be welcomed by Joint Base Charleston’s port operations. The ship visited Charleston so the crew could interact with the local community as well as provide support for the Citadel’s Navy Reserve Officers Training Corps training. “It is always a pleasure seeing one of our fleet ships break away from being out to sea and visiting us here at Charleston,” said Navy Cmdr. Charles Phillip, Joint Base Charleston Mission Support Group deputy commander. “This visit shows that what we do here at Team Charleston is critical to worldwide operations. We are and still remain an integral part of the Navy, providing the means, capability and functions to support the Navy’s mission and daily operations.” In order to support Farragut’s visit, JB CHS – Weapons Station waterfront operations coordinated with the U.S. Navy Second Fleet and the Charleston Port Authority as well as local law enforcement to ensure harbor security was provided, said Commander Phillip. While moored in Charleston, the ship provided a training platform for Citadel midshipmen, where they were able to see first hand what life would be like in the ‘real’ Navy. “Farragut’s visit to Charleston was wonderful and the purpose was threefold,” said Cmdr. William Daly, USS Farragut’s commanding officer. “We supported a Navy training weekend at the Citadel where midshipmen and officer candidates spent a weekend training onboard,” he said. “In addition, the Navy takes very seriously the opportunity to positively engage

U.S. Navy photo by Machinist's Mate 3rd Class Brannon Deugan/Released

Tug boats position USS Farragut (DDG 99) in Charleston Harbor as she prepares to moor in downtown Charleston, S.C., March 11. Farragut is an Arleigh Burke-class guided missile destroyer with the primary mission to conduct prompt, sustained combat operations at sea in support of national policy. See more photos, Page 5.

with a strong community like Charleston and to say ‘Thank You’ for supporting a great ship like Farragut. Finally, the visit to the Lowcountry was a fantastic reward for the crew for a successful 2010 deployment and a superb performance on an intensive inspection in January.” USS Farragut is named in honor of Navy Adm. David Farragut, who is well-known for his quote “Damn the torpedoes! Full speed ahead!” said during the Civil War Battle of Mobile Bay in 1864. The ship was commissioned June 10, 2006, and its mission is to be prepared to conduct prompt, sustained combat operations at sea in support of national policy. The ship is designed to operate independently or as part of surface, expeditionary or aircraft carrier strike groups in extreme air, surface and undersea threat environments, according to

the U.S. Navy website. In order to help the Sailors enjoy their time here in Charleston, JB CHS’s Morale Welfare and Recreation provided the ship’s crew with information on entertainment opportunities and attractions the city has to offer, Commander Phillip said. Sailors from the ship who were not participating in the Citadel training performed a number of volunteer services in the area, including visiting a local school and YMCA, educating the community on all things Navy. "The crew had a blast showcasing Farragut to a community like Charleston, which is so supportive and appreciative of the Navy,” Commander Daly said. “We also enjoyed exploring downtown Charleston on a beautiful March weekend. We are very thankful for the wonderful hosts in the people of the Lowcountry."

Leadership Charleston Class takes orientation flight with JB CHS Thirty-six civic leaders from the Lowcountry pose for a group photo during a C-17 orientation flight March 10, at Joint Base Charleston-Air Base. The civic leaders are attending the Charleston Metro Chamber of Commerce year-long Leadership Charleston class which offers an intensive and up-close look at various sectors of the civilian as well as the military communities. During the flight, they learned about the capability of the C-17 and the mission of the 437th Airlift Wing. U.S. Air Force photo/ Airman 1st Class Jared Trimarchi

Base Brief Notes 628 Medical group closure

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The 628th Medical Group will close March 22 at 11:30 a.m. and will re-open March 23 for normal business hours. Please plan accordingly.

USS FARRAGUT More photos Page 5

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Change of Command set for Col. Wood

Per the Commander, Navy Region Southeast, the Navy shift to Summer White uniforms is April 4 at 12:01 a.m.

Mark your calendar as Col. John M. Wood will relinquish command of the 437th Airlift Wing to Col. Erik. W. Hansen, March 29 at 10:30 a.m. at Bldg. 578 on JB CHS – Air Base.

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The Patriot • March 18, 2011

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Life: It’s a balancing act Joint Base Charleston Air Base & Weapons Station About The Patriot The Joint Base Charleston Patriot is published by Diggle Publishing Co., (843) 412-5861, a private firm in no way connected with the U.S. Air Force or the U.S. Navy, under exclusive written contract with the 628th Air Base Wing. This civilian enterprise newspaper is an authorized publication for members of the military services and their families. Its contents are not necessarily the official views of, or endorsed by, the U.S. Government, the Department of Defense, the Department of the Air Force or the Department of the Navy. The appearance of advertising in this publication, including inserts or supplements, does not constitute endorsement by DOD, Air Force, Navy or Diggle Publishing Company of the products or services advertised. Editorial content is edited, prepared, and provided by the 628th Air Base Wing Public Affairs Office of Joint Base Charleston. All photographs are Air Force or Navy photographs unless otherwise indicated. Everything advertised in this publication shall be made available for purchase, use or patronage without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital status, physical handicap, political affiliation or any other non-merit factor of the purchaser, user or patron. The Publisher and Public Affairs offices of both bases reserve the right to refuse any advertisement deemed to be against DOD regulations or which may reflect poorly on the bases or personnel.

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Commentary by Lt. Col. Bonnie Goodale 628th Medical Support Squadron commander I think we can all agree that life becomes more complicated as we grow older; increased roles and responsibilities, marriage, kids, PCS, promotion, pending retirement - you get the idea ... life is complicated. We all have to do a balancing act to meet the demands we put on ourselves and those that life throws at us. How we perform this balancing act is a personal endeavor and one that impacts our families, fellow airmen, and our present and future wellbeing. If we only had a limited set of interests and responsibilities, say work and career, life would be relatively easy to have order and perspective; however, we all know that's not the case. As military members, we have constant demands on our time, from lengthy deployments and work requirements, to meeting the needs and expectations of our families, friends and communities. In order to have perfect balance, all our needs, interests and responsibilities need to coexist comfortably and harmoniously. The intent of my article is to familiarize you with a concept of life balance and hopefully strike a chord if you find that life has a way of getting away from you. Finding a perfect life balance is elusive and an ever evolving process that seldom sits static. Our balance changes daily but only in small degrees (unless a significant event alters it like an unexpected Permanent Change of Station move or a new

some fine-tuning. One of the outcomes of my assessment was to do PT first thing in the morning in order to “If you happen to find you make time for my family at the end of have extra time on your the day. This gave me the additional benefit of preparing for the workday, hands, make use of it by clearing my mind and giving me additaking college classes, tional energy to start the day. I've doing volunteer work or committed myself to this routine and have done it ever since. meeting a personal need.” As a squadron commander, I've Lt. Col. Bonnie Goodale seen too many Airmen with life 628th Medical Support Squadron commander imbalances due to deployments, work, family or personal needs and wants. Often these imbalances have consefamily member). quences; real and potential. You've heard the There are four basic life facets that you'll saying "too much of a good thing is bad." Of need to consider for assessment: physical course, there's little you can do if you have to (relates to your needs and comforts - food, work long hours in support of the mission; health, etc.), spiritual (religion, life values, the however, you can mitigate some of the impact need to make a difference, etc.), work (career, personal growth, recognition, respect, etc.) and by scheduling family time or personal time and sticking to it. social (all human interactions - family, home, If you happen to find you have extra time friends, etc.). Inventory your personal needs, roles and responsibilities as they relate to these on your hands, make use of it by taking college classes, doing volunteer work or meeting four facets and determine if they are being met, and if not, determine a course of action to a personal need. It sounds simplistic but that's meet the need. Though it may seem obvious to really the essence of life balance - recognizing the extremes in our lives and trying to normaleach of us what our inventory is, it's important ize or mitigate their effects. Though we may to identify it to have order and perspective. Assessing your current life balance and putting not have control over all aspects of our lives, we can make an effort to change what we can it to paper can be extremely beneficial. in order to have happier and more productive During a recent deployment, I had the lives. When your life is in balance, you can opportunity to reflect on my own role as an help your wingman get their life in balance officer, commander, wife and mother and realtoo. ized there were areas in my life that could use

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Proud member of Team Charleston By Kent Selby, senior program manager Honeywell Technology Systems, Inc. Honeywell Technology Solutions Inc. is a proud member of Joint Team Charleston, both on the Weapons Station and the Air Base. We are honored to be part of the ongoing story of daily support to our nation through Joint Base Charleston. On the extreme north end of JB CHS - WS, we support the Army Strategic Logistics Activity Charleston by managing and preparing equipment for storage aboard the prepositioned fleet. This program, known as Army Prepositioned Stocks - Afloat, or APS-3, provides a daily challenge for more than 500: - rolling and tracked vehicle mechanics - armament and communications technicians - supply specialists - material handling specialists - heavy truck drivers - environmental specialists - safety and security personnel - carpenters - welders - financial specialists - production control specialists - database operators - supervisors and managers Many of these employees have prior military service and all of them understand their daily efforts could keep a soldier alive at some point in the future. That key point makes it easy for us to stay focused on providing the Army with quality support. At JB CHS - AB, our cargo movement team conducts receipt, staging and onward movement of Oversized and Outsized cargo for air movement through the Aerial Port. We are honored to work side-by-side with the 437th Aerial Port Squadron. We also process O&O for sea movement in conjunction with the 841st Transportation Battalion on JB CHS - WS. Finally, we carry the pride of Team Charleston with us away from home with our overseas missions. Each prepositioned vessel carries a maintenance crew of eight from HTSI and we frequently provide cargo specialists to fly aboard foreign aircraft carrying specialty Army vehicles. Our nation is fortunate to have the synergy provided by the numerous units and agencies in Charleston and on JB CHS. At HTSI, we are proud to be part of that team.

CAREER ASSISTANCE TIP By Master Sgt. Donald Leydig, Career Assistance Advisor Joint Base Charleston's Professional Enhancement Center

Joint Base Charleston’s Professional Enhancement Center Have you ever thought about retraining into a different job? Are you a First Term Airman within 15 months of your Date of Separation or a career Airman who is looking to do something different? The Air Force provides these opportunities through their Retraining programs. As an FTA, once you are within 15 months of your DOS you can apply for retraining into any open jobs that you qualify for. There are jobs right now that will even waive time requirements to an earlier time by allowing you to submit a package for retraining at your half-way mark (ex. Six year enlistee equals three years complete). You will need to review the Retraining Advisory to know what Air Force Specialty Codes are currently open. After that, there is a two step process to complete and then you can be on your way to another Air Force career. If you have already reenlisted in your current AFSC and you want to retrain, you may still have an opportunity to help the Air Force fill one of the vacancies it has in other AFSCs. The rules change after you reenlist, but many Airmen can still apply for another job. To find out more about the Retraining program, refer to AFI 36-2626 (Airman Retraining Program), attend one of the Informed Decision Briefings or visit the Joint Base Charleston’s Professional Enhancement Center’s Community of Practice or contact your Career Advisor, Master Sgt. Donny Leydig at 963-2768 and make an appointment for this issue or any other career Issue you might have.

Questions and comments can be directed to the editor. The Patriot can be reached at: 628th Air Base Wing Public Affairs Office, Building 302, Room 312. Phone: (843) 963-5608, Fax: (843) 963-3464 Mail to: 628 ABW/PA, 102 East Hill Blvd., Charleston AFB, SC 29404-5154. E-mail to: patriot@charleston.af.mil All news releases should be sent to this address.

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THE GIG LINE Commentary by Machinist's Mate Chief Shawn M. Sorensen Navy Career Counselor, Naval Support Activty Everyone hates shoving their cell phone or PDA into their pocket while in uniform. It produces an unsightly bulge which detracts from proper uniform appearance, plus it's uncomfortable. NAVADMIN 075/11 recently hit the streets and it provides great information regarding carrying cell phones while in uniform. Effective March 25, communication devices (cell phones, blackberries, pagers, etc.) are authorized for use and wear while in uniform (to include walking and talking) in the manner prescribed as follows: - Devices shall be conservative in color and design and shall not detract from the appearance of the uniform. - Only one device is authorized for wear and it can only be worn on the belt of the working and service uniforms aft of the elbow. - Wearing of communication devices on service dress uniforms is not authorized. - Devices will not be visible from the front and will be worn in such a manner as not to impede the normal wear and appearance of the uniform. - Whenever there is concern for Operational Security, authorized use and wear will be at the commanding officer's discretion. - The use of portable devices shall not interfere with the rendering of military courtesies and honors, nor violate local, state and federal laws. - When not being worn and in use, the device will be placed at the side of the leg and in the appropriate hand when rendering salutes, greeting, and other military courtesies and honors. - The use of an earpiece, blue-tooth technology, headsets or hands-free devices while in uniform, indoors or outdoors, is prohibited unless specifically authorized for the execution of official duties. - The use of an earpiece, blue-tooth technology, headsets, or hands-free device is only allowed in uniform in a vehicle when authorized by local, state and federal laws. In conclusion, wear your uniform with pride and follow the rules. Ensure your buddies are doing the same, and have a fine Navy day!

Lessons learned in the air and shared for a lifetime. By Retired Lt. Gen. John S. Fairfield IBM Strategic Business Relationships Team LEESBURG, Va. – Air Force Chief of Staff Gen. Norton A. Schwartz declared 2009 to 2010 as the Year of the Air Force Family. He knew, as leaders before him realized, that without the care and genuine concern for not only Airmen, but for those family members who support Airmen, mission effectiveness could be compromised. Tom Watson Jr. learned this lesson well during his days as a B-24 Liberator pilot in the Army Air Forces during World War II. He learned to fly at the age of ten and like all Airmen, he embraced this opportunity. He didn't stand out in college. He didn't really want to follow in his famous father's footsteps into IBM. Instead, he joined the National Guard as a pilot and eventually was promoted to captain. In 1940, his unit was mobilized and Captain Watson found himself patrolling the California coast looking for a possible submarine attack on the days following Pearl Harbor. Wanting more action, he found himself assigned as a pilot and aide-decamp to Maj. Gen. Follett Bradley, then the Army's inspector general. General Bradley was assigned the task of establishing an Alaska-Siberia ferry route to deliver planes and equipment to the Soviets. This mission required Captain Watson to fly the general into many airfields not used to servicing a B-24 and to work out the detailed enroute logistics and servicing needs of the air armada that soon would follow to allow the Soviets to hold out against the invading Germany army. General Bradley soon was dismayed over the inability of his airplane to be ready when he needed it at a moments notice. Asking Captain Watson about this, the captain replied that it was the crew's fault as they didn't seemed to be as focused on the mission. General Bradley then ordered Captain Watson to take several days off with his aircrew and the ground support crew. He was to spend all this time with them, to take

them to dinner, to learn their first names, the names of their families, what schools they attended and what sports they liked. Only then was Captain Watson to tell them of their mission and its importance. When Captain Watson reported back to General Bradley, he commented on what great people these Airmen were. Captain Watson reported more than details. He had learned of their passions and desires and what it took to get the mission done right. That plane never again missed a take off, and the enroute structure General Bradley put in place through remote Siberia was done in time to help the Soviets defeat Hitler's aggression in Russia. As Tom Watson, by now a lieutenant colonel, was leaving the Army, General Bradley asked what his post-war intentions were. Colonel Watson replied that he would like to join Eddie Rickenbacker and support the fledging idea to form Eastern Airlines into a commercial opportunity. General Bradley suggested that Colonel Watson apply what he had learned about taking care of people and go back to IBM. Tom Watson did this and went on to achieve tremendous success as the head of IBM. During this post-war time, Tom Watson never lost sight of those who served, and along with Eddie Rickenbacker, he responded to General Eisenhower's request and formed the Air Force Aid Society to support those Airman and their families who deserved the recognition and support that such a organization would provide. Tom Watson remained on the Air Force Aid Society's board of directors for more than 24 years. He never forgot the clear lesson that his wartime leadership experience taught him: if you take care and recognize people who are responsible for mission success, the mission will be successful. He has been recognized as one of the 100 most influential people of the 20th century. During this 100th year of IBM, it is fitting to celebrate what Tom Watson learned as a pilot and how it changed his life and the lives of many.

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DIAMOND TIPS Commentary by Senior Master Sgt. Paul Cornell 437th Maintenance Squadron

Getting schooled I can't tell you how many Airmen I've seen during the last 10 years for initial interviews as they arrive fresh from basic training and tech school. I have a normal list of items I like to cover with these new folks so I can get to know them and get a feel for what they expect from their new command. During this conversation I eventually get to the question, "why did you decide to enlist in the Air Force?" I haven't been keeping statistics, but my guess is that somewhere around 80 percent say getting an education had at least some effect on their decision to enlist. Unfortunately, most of those folks never take advantage of their opportunity to go to school. When I entered the Air Force, attending college meant setting aside time in the evenings to drive to a classroom a couple times a week and sitting through two to three hour lessons. Today, going to school has never been easier. Instead of sitting in a classroom at a scheduled time every week, I sit at home and study whenever I want to. Usually this ends up being early on the weekends when the rest of the house is still sleeping and I can study in relative peace. Occasionally I'll spend a few minutes in the evening going over material as well. The point is, I can study when it's convenient for me. Gone are the old semester dates that kept me locked into a specific schedule the school demanded. Today, I sign up for a class and start it when I want, not when the school says I have to. I can sign up for tuition assistance online in less than three minutes and enroll in classes online in about five minutes and I don't even pay for my textbooks. Many schools now receive federal grants allowing them to offer text books for free. My books are shipped to me free of charge and once I receive them I notify the school to load my course. Once it's loaded I study when I want in the privacy of my own home. And the best part is I haven't paid a nickel for any of this. If you're one of the 80 percent who joined the Air Force to get an education and haven't started yet, what's stopping you? I encourage you to go to the education center and get started. Completing your degree will not only help you in your career, it will continue to pay dividends long after your Air Force career ends. As one Chief told me a long time ago, "getting an education will never hurt you."

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The Patriot • March 18, 2011

AMC establishes 10-base Consolidated Call Center Courtesy of the 628th Communications Squadron

The 628th Communications Squadron announced recent changes to the telephone operator system here at Joint Base Charleston. Beginning March 23, calls to 843-963-1110 (or 0 from an on-base phone) will be answered by an operator at Travis Air Force Base, Calif. In an effort to drive down the cost associated with maintaining operators on each installation, Air Mobility Command established a Telephone Operator Consolidated Call Center to remotely answer telephone calls for all 10 AMC bases. These bases include Dover AFB, Fairchild AFB, Grand Forks AFB, Joint Base Charleston, Joint Base McGuire-Dix-Lakehurst, Little Rock AFB, MacDill AFB, McConnell AFB, Scott AFB and Travis AFB. The new technology provides 24-hour coverage with minimal to no disruption in service to callers. When dialing 843-963-1110, callers will be forwarded to an automatic attendant and will

Military Spouses Residency Relief Act

Courtesy of the Joint Base Charleston Judge Advocate General

The Military Spouses Residency Relief Act changes the basic rules of taxation with respect to military spouses who earn income from services performed in a state in which the spouse is present with the service member in compliance with military orders when that state is not the spouse's domicile. Under these conditions, the spouse generally will not have to pay income taxes to the current state where income is earned. The spouse however, would be required to pay income tax to the domiciliary state (assuming that state taxes wages). There may be some confusion regarding domicile or legal residence. The most commonly asked question during legal assistance is what is domicile? It is the place one considers "home," where one has been physically present and formed the intent to remain for the indefinite future and return when temporarily absent. Under this Act, military spouses will not lose the right to vote or right to register to vote in a state as a result of a military move.

They could decide to register to vote at their new location, or they could keep their voting registration in the old state, even if they don't plan to return. Another benefit is a spouse will not have to change a driver's license or auto registration when moving in and out of states. Regarding taxes, a spouse will neither lose nor acquire a residence for tax purposes by entering or leaving a tax jurisdiction while accompanying a service member who is moving as a result of military orders. This applies to income taxes and personal property taxes. In some cases, this means couples no longer will need to hire accountants specifically to work out paying income taxes or property taxes in multiple states. The spouse of a service member is exempt from income taxation by said state when he or she: - Currently resides in a state different than the state of his or her domicile. - Resides in the state solely in order to live with the service member. - The service member is present in the state in compliance with military orders. The entire law can be viewed at http://www.govtrack.us/congress/billtext.x pd?bill=s111-475.

hear the Joint Base Charleston call tree. The tree will give each caller the option to pre-select one of the 10 most called numbers on base such as the Clinic Appointment Line, Legal, Finance, Pass and ID, the Law Enforcement Desk and the Weapons Station Auto-Attendant. If the caller needs a different number, they will be forwarded to the TOCCC where an operator will assist them. This will not affect JB CHS's Hearts Apart Program. In addition, requests for "Meet Me" or conference call numbers will not be affected. JB CHS is the final base in AMC to complete the cutover. The program began more than a year ago and is projected to save the Air Force $1.5 million annually. Questions on the initiative and the impact to JB CHS users can be directed to Mr. Mike Heckendorn, 628 CS at 963-2933.

JB CHS congratulates Airmen on advancements Courtesy of Joint Base Charleston Public Affairs Col. (select) Anna M. Morris Lt. Col. (select) Patrick Pohle Major (select) Jonathan Frank

Selected for promotion to Senior Master Sergeant Master Sgt. James Conger 628th Air Base Wing Master Sgt. Michelle McMeekin 28th Force Support Squadron Master Sgt. Jeffrey Tynan 628th Logistics Readiness Squadron 628th Medical Group Master Sgt. Shawn Coleman Master Sgt. Jason Foster 628 MDG Master Sgt. Donald Hart 628th Security Forces Squadron Master Sgt. William Lesage 14th Airlift Squadron 15th Airlift Squadron Master Sgt. Patrick Dayl Master Sgt. Mark Harrison 15 AS Master Sgt. Rohan Nugent 437th Aerial Port Squadron Master Sgt. Donald Sturm 437th Aircraft Maintenance Squadron 37th Maintenance Group Master Sgt. Daniel Small Master Sgt. Earl Wellman 437 MXG Step Promotion: Master Sgt. Erin Manley

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By Airman 1st Class Jared Trimarchi Joint Base Charleston Public Affairs

All Joint Base Charleston's military members who drive motorcycles are required to attend this year's annual motorcycle safety briefing Mar. 25 at 8:30 a.m. at the Joint Base Charleston - Air Base theater. After the hour-long brief, riders will have the opportunity to participate in a motorcycle mentoring ride throughout the Low Country ending at Marrington Plantation on JB CHS Weapons Station. "Although the safety event is not mandatory for civilians and dependents who ride motorcycles, the motorcycle safety brief is highly recommended," said Stuart Wyatt, 628th Air Base Wing chief of ground safety. "No matter how often you ride your bike, you'll still learn something." Schedule of events: • 8:30 a.m. Briefing at theater • 10 a.m. Briefing at Coliseum by North Charleston Police Department • 10:45 a.m. Suspension demonstation by Kenny Rodriguez • 12:30 p.m. Lunch, briefings and discussions at Short Stay Recreational Facility • 3 p.m. Briefing at Marrington Plantation picnic grounds • 3:30 p.m. Announce winners of Scavenger Hunt The motorcycle safety brief will satisfy JB CHS military rider's annual safety requirement. For the complete story, see http://www.charleston.af.mil/ news/story.asp?id=123245861

USS Farragut (DG99) Sailors and civilian port workers move the ships accomodation ladder into place at the Charleston port, March 11. Farragut hosted Naval Reserve Officer Training Corps Midshipmen from the Citadel for a brief introduction to shipboard life. (See the story on Page one.) A Sailor from USS Farragut (DDG 99) throws over a line in preparation for mooring at the Charleston port, March 11.

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Air Force names 2011 Cyberspace Operations and Support Hall of Fame inductees WASHINGTON – Five Airmen will be inducted into the Air Force Cyberspace Operations and Support Hall of Fame at Scott Air Force Base, Ill., during the Information Dominance Annual Awards ceremony April 14 at Joint Base Andrews, Md. Induction into the Cyberspace Operations and Support Hall of Fame honors those individuals who made significant contributions, both to the Air Force and their career field, while serving in the public and private sectors, according to the program's website. The program was started in 1999 and was originally dubbed the Communications and Information Hall of Fame. The Airmen are retired Lt. Gen. Harry D. Raduege Jr., retired Col. Lloyd Watnee, Chief Master Sgt. Richard Etchberger, retired Chief Master Sgt. William Mosley, and Cecil Harvell. According to the nomination, some of General Raduege's accomplishments include leading the critical command and control communications at the Pentagon after 9/11, architecting the computer network defense and attack capabilities for the Department of Defense and leading the restoration and relocation efforts after the Khobar Towers bomb-

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Air Force Academy earns NCAA athletics certification U.S. AIR FORCE ACADEMY, Colo., – The Air Force Academy is one of 26 Division I institutions to have met its requirements for athletics certification, officials said. A designation of certified means that an institution operates its athletics program in substantial conformity with operating principles adopted by the Division I membership. All 335 active Division I members participate in the athletics certification process. The purpose of athletics certification is to ensure integrity in the institution's athletics program and to assist institutions in improving their athletics departments. NCAA legislation mandating athletics certification was adopted in 1993. The certification process, which involves a self-study led by an institution's president or chancellor, includes a review of these primary components: governance and commitment to rules compliance; academic integrity; and gender/diversity issues and student-athlete well-being, officials said. Each member institution is to complete a self-study at least once every 10 years. The Division I Committee on Athletics Certification preliminarily reviews an institution's certification materials and provides a list of issues identified during the evaluation, officials said. The university then hosts a visit by peer reviewers who file a report regarding the institution's resolution of those issues before a final certification decision is rendered. An institution's failure to satisfactorily respond to the committee may negatively

This week in Navy history Courtesy of Joint Base Charleston Public Affairs March 13, 1959 - Scientists at the Naval Research Laboratory took the first ultraviolet pictures of the sun. March 14, 1863 - Rear Adm. Farragut's squadron of seven ships forced their way up the Mississippi River to support Union troops at Vicksburg and Baton Rouge. March 15, 1947 - Ensign John Lee became the first African American officer commissioned in the regular Navy. He was assigned to USS Kearsage.

March 16, 1966 - Former naval aviator Neil Armstrong flew on Gemini 8 which completed seven orbits in 10 hours and 41 minutes at an altitude of 161.3 nautical miles. The capsule was recovered by the USS Leonard F. Mason (DD-852). March 17, 1959 - USS Skate (SSN-578) surfaced at the North Pole. March 18, 1974 Navy sent to sweep mines from the Suez Canal. March 19, 2003 - Operation Iraqi Freedom began with Tomahawk strikes from Navy ships and submarines.

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New performance evaluation requirements now in effect MILLINGTON, Tenn. – As of March 15, Navy performance evaluations and fitness reports must conform to new policies announced in NAVADMIN 286/10. The evaluation form "NAVPERS 1616/27 (Revision Aug. 2010) Evaluation and Counseling Record for E7 through E9," also known as the "CHIEFEVAL," is not affected by the new requirements and its use will continue as usual. To more clearly define top-performing Sailors, NAVADMIN 286/10 changed the promotion recommendation rules for E-5 Sailors and aligns them with E-6 Sailors under the same recommendation requirements. For reports dated March 15 and beyond, "Early Promote" and "Must Promote" recommendations combined cannot exceed 60 percent of the ranking group. In addition, "Must Promote" recommendations may increase by one for each "Early Promote" quota not used. An update to NAVFIT98A - known as "Version 29" - was rolled out to the fleet incorporating the new rules. Work stations on the unclassified Navy/Marine Corps Intranet (NMCI) automatically received this new version. For non-NMCI users, the "Version 29" upgrade is available for download from the Navy Personnel Command (NPC) website. Service members should verify they are using "Version 29" by checking "About NAVFIT98A" under the help tab in NAVFIT98A, which will display "Version 2.2.0.29."

Sailors must verify death gratuity beneficiary MILLINGTON, Tenn. – Due to a change in the law regarding death gratuity and recent upgrades to the Navy Standard Integrated Personnel System, officials are urging Sailors to verify their designated death gratuity beneficiaries beginning March 17. "The change in the law allows Sailors to designate their gratuity in 10 percent increments to more than one beneficiary," said John Courtney, Pay, Personnel and Benefits section head, Bureau of Naval Personnel.

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NAVADMIN announces NWU pattern Gore-Tex foul weather trouser WASHINGTON – The Navy Working Uniform now has a matching foul weather trouser made of Gore-Tex for wear during inclement weather, as announced in NAVADMIN 081/11 March 11. This uniform change is a result of fleet input requesting a waterproof foul weather trouser to match the look and performance of the NWU Type I parka. The proposal was endorsed by U.S. Fleet Forces Command, recommended by the Navy Uniform Board and approved by the chief of naval operations. The NWU foul weather trouser is classified as organizational clothing and is intended to be worn with the NWU parka during inclement weather or during the performance of duties requiring protective clothing, as directed by the commanding officer. Organizational clothing is defined as any clothing loaned to an individual by a naval activity, for which there is a requirement above and beyond authorized navy uniforms. The trousers will remain the property of the Navy and Sailors must return the trouser upon transferring. As with all organizational clothing, the trousers will be worn with working uniforms only while performing duties.

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This week in Air Force history Courtesy of Joint Base Charleston Public Affairs March 13, 1977 - Tactical Air Command received its first air refuelable Combat Talon C-130 Hercules. March 14, 1970 Two A-7D Corsair IIs flew 3,502 unrefueled miles from Edwards Air Force Base, Calif., to Homestead Air Force Base, Fla., to show its capabilities. March 15, 1992 - For one month, C-5 Galaxies and C-130 Hercules aircraft moved 165 tons of food, medical supplies, clothing, blankets and other relief items to eastern Turkey following a major earthquake.

March 16, 1995 - An HH-60 Pave Hawk helicopter from the 56th Rescue Squadron, Keflavik Air Base, Iceland, saved three Icelandic skiers caught in a blizzard. March 17, 1967 - The U.S. and Thai governments announced that U.S. Air Force units in Thailand were flying missions against North Vietnam. March 18, 1910 Orville Wright opened the first Wright Flying School at Montgomery, Ala. This site became Maxwell Air Force Base, Ala. March 19, 2004 - The first active-duty C-130J Hercules arrived at the 314th Airlift Wing at Little Rock Air Force Base, Ark.

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Rock Solid Warrior: Senior Airman De’Angelo Brundidge Courtesy of the 386th Air Expeditionary Wing SOUTHWEST ASIA – This week's 386th Air Expeditionary Wing Rock Solid Warrior comes from the 387th Air Expeditionary Group Name: Senior Airman De'Angelo Brundidge Unit: 387th Expeditionary Support Squadron Duty Title: Materiel Management Specialist / Primary Vehicle Control Officer Home unit/station: 628th Logistics Readiness Squadron, 628th Mission Support Group, Joint-Base Charleston, S.C. How do you support the mission here? As primary vehicle control officer for the 387th Air Expeditionary Group, I am charged with managing a fleet of 41 vehicles valued at $1.2 million. I make sure all vehicles are routinely maintained and safely equipped for all military assigned. I am responsible for safe travel of the Air Force's number one resource, its people. There have been zero accidents within our fleet since I arrived in December 2010. I coordinate repairs and maintenance through various agencies including the 386 AEG's fleet manager and directly with the local lease agency. I recently oversaw a lease contract modification mandating vehicles that lack dual airbags be replaced and upgraded for increased road safety. I ensured a seamless transition for personnel while integrating 11 new vehicles valued at $270,000. Additionally, I work hand-in-hand with the supply NCOIC to ensure the duties of the entire material management scope are executed efficiently. I work diligently on everything from receiving customer orders to processing/tracking shipments in the Enterprise Solution-Supply (ES-S), receiving/in-checking assets of other U.S. bases within the host nation and delivering orders directly to the customer ensuring the fastest service possible. I also create monthly reports that allow me to conduct warehouse inventories to ensure adequate property counts are reflected to AFCENT/A4. Furthermore, I execute logistical oversight supporting seven equipment accounts totaling $19.6 million. I tracked and researched Higher Headquarters audit findings for

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Military working dogs take PT seriously Airman Patterson plays with Elmo before physical training March 14 on Joint Base Charleston Air Base. Dog handlers from the 628 SFS reguarly do physical training with their dogs to give them much needed exercise and play time.

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Above: Looks can be deceiving. Although Elmo is a happy dog in the arms of Senior Airman Joel Patterson, he is a highly trained asset to the security forces on Joint Base Charleston. Airman Patterson is a dog handler and Elmo is a military working dog assigned to the 628th Security Forces Squadron.

Right: Staff Sgt. Jonathon Campbell lets Rony take a drink of water after their jog around McCombs Way during physical training March 14 on Joint Base Charleston Air Base. Sergeant Cambell is a dog handler and Rony is a military working dog from the 628th Security Forces Squadron.

Airman Patterson and Elmo take a jog around McCombs Way during physical training March 14 on Joint Base Charleston Air Base.

Apply for Air Force summer camps now Courtesy of Joint Base Charleston Youth programs Air Force Services Teen Aviation Camp The U.S. Air Force Academy is holding a Teen Aviation Camp, June 4 through 9 at the Air Force Academy in Colorado Springs, Colo. The purpose of the program is to give attendees an experience that will help them determine if aviation or the Air Force Academy is a career choice they might be interested in. Lodging, meals and activity fees are centrally funded beginning with dinner on June 4. Air fare or travel is the responsibility of the attendee or sponsoring installation. Spending money for other miscellaneous expenses is the responsibility of the participant. Eligible applicants must meet the following requirements: - Be a dependent of an active duty service member assigned to or living on an Air Force or Joint Base installation, or a dependent of a retired military sponsor, an Air Force civilian employee, or an Air National Guard or Air Force Reserve member who has been activated within the last 12 months. - Must be entering their sophomore or junior year of high school in the fall of 2011. - Previous Teen Aviation Camp attendees may not apply. - Submit the completed nomination forms to your Youth Programs Director, Guard or Reserve representative (if applicable), or designee to set up an interview. - After the interview process has been completed, Youth Programs staff or their designee will forward nominations to their respective MAJCOM representatives who will upload to the Head Quarters AFSVA/SVPY sharepoint. - All completed applications must be received by April 1. Guard and Reserve applications, interviews, and questions should be directed to the following: - Reserves: Ms. Brandi Mullins, AFRC/A1SY, 550 Allentown Road, Bldg. 763, Robins Air Force Base, Ga. 31098 or brandi.mullins.ctr@us.af.mil - Guard: Ms. Sandra Mason, NGB/A1SA, 3500 Fetchet Ave., Andrews Air Force Base, Md. 20762-5157 or Sandra.mason.ctr@ang.af.mil More information and the application form is available at www.jbcharleston.com.

Air Force Services Space Camp The Air Force Space Camp is being held at the U. S. Space and Rocket Center, Huntsville, Ala., July 11 through July 29. Teens will experience, imagine and interact through Space Shuttle mission simulations, tours of the center and the chance to witness first-hand the everyday challenges faced by astronauts. The camp is an inspiring week of fun and enriching space activities. Lodging, meals and activity fees after arrival at Space Camp are centrally funded. Airfare or travel costs to Huntsville are the responsibility of the attendee or the installation. Spending money for miscellaneous expenses is the responsibility of the participants. Eligible applicants must meet the following requirements: - Be a dependent of active duty military assigned to or living on an Air Force or Joint Base installation or a dependent of a retired Air Force member, an Air Force civilian employee or an Air National Guard or Air Force Reserve member who has been activated within the last 12 months. - Must have a minimum Grade Point Average of 2.8 (must provide documentation). - Ages 12 through 18 may apply: ages 12 through 14 participate in the Space Academy and ages 15 through 18 in the Advanced Space Academy. - Submit completed nomination forms to your Youth Programs Director, Guard or Reserve representative (if applicable), or designee to set up an interview. - After the interview process has been completed, Youth Programs staff or their designee will forward nominations to their respective MAJCOM representatives who will upload to the Head Quareters AFSVA/SVPY Share Point. - All completed applications must be received by April 15. Guard and Reserve applications, interviews and questions should be directed to: - Reserves: Ms. Brandi Mullins, AFRC/A1SY, 550 Allentown Road, Bldg. 763, Robins Air Force Base, Ga., 31098 or brandi.mullins.ctr@us.af.mil - Guard: Ms. Sandra Mason, NGB/A1SA, 3500 Fetchet Ave., Andrews Air Force Base, Md. 20762-5157 or Sandra.mason.ctr@ang.af.mil. More information and the application form is available at www.jbcharleston.compacecamp.com.

Air Force Services Teen Leadership Camp The Air Force Teen Leadership Camp will be held at the University of Texas at San Antonio, July 11 through July 15. The TLC is a five-day residential program which provides youth a glimpse of what university life is like while developing their leadership skills. Activities include team building, high and low rope courses, conflict resolution, public speaking and more. Lodging, meals, and activity fees after arrival at TLC Camp are centrally funded. Airfare or travel costs to San Antonio are the responsibility of the attendee or the installation. Spending money for miscellaneous expenses is the responsibility of the participants. Eligible applicants must meet the following requirements: - Be a dependent of active duty military assigned to or living on an Air Force or Joint Base installation or a dependent of a retired Air Force member, an Air Force civilian employee or an Air National Guard or Air Force Reserve member who has been activated within the last 12 months. - High school students who've completed their freshmen year by the fall of 2011 who are interested in developing leadership skills. - Submit completed nomination forms to your Youth Programs Director, Guard or Reserve representative (if applicable), or designee to set up an interview. - After the interview process has been completed, Youth Programs staff or their designee will forward nominations to their respective MAJCOM representatives who will upload to the Head Quarters AFSVA/SVPY Share Point. - All completed applications must be received by April 15. Guard and Reserve applications, interviews and questions should be directed to: - Reserves: Ms. Brandi Mullins, AFRC/A1SY, 550 Allentown Road, Bldg. 763, Robins Air Force Base, Ga., 31098 or brandi.mullins.ctr@us.af.mil - Guard: Ms. Sandra Mason, NGB/A1SA, 3500 Fetchet Ave., Andrews Air Force Base, Md. 20762-5157 or Sandra.mason.ctr@ang.af.mil. More information and the application form is available at www.jbcharleston.compacecamp.com.

AROUND Official notes readiness challenges in Pacific WASHINGTON – The U.S. military response following the March 11 earthquake and tsunami in Japan highlights the importance of a forward troop presence in the region, a senior defense official told Congress today. Michael Schiffer, deputy assistant secretary of defense for Asian and Pacific security affairs, testified March 15 before the House Armed Services Committee's readiness subcommittee on long-term challenges in the Pacific region. "Our forward presence in Japan and throughout the Asia-Pacific region has allowed us to respond to Japan's urgent needs quickly," Mr. Schiffer said. The U.S. military is contributing humanitarian assistance and helicopter search-and-rescue operations in Japan, Mr. Schiffer said, while U.S. Navy ships are providing water purification, medical teams and hospital beds. The military services will continue to provide "whatever assistance our Japanese friends require," he added. U.S. service members in the Pacific region are ready to meet any challenges they may face in the near, medium or long term, Mr. Schiffer said. The Asia-Pacific region represents $1 trillion annually in U.S. trade and holds more than half of the world's population, 15 of the world's major ports and six of its largest armies, Mr. Schiffer said: "China, India, North Korea, South Korea, Russia, Japan and, of course, our own." Mr. Schiffer discussed U.S. military readiness in the context of the rise of China, North Korean provocation and the evolving U.S. regional posture. China offers cooperation and partnership on certain regional challenges, he said, but also poses regional challenges. "Areas such as its military modernization efforts, its opaquely defined long-term strategic intentions, and questions about the development of its anti-access and area-denial capabilities [cause] concern," Mr. Schiffer said. Long-term readiness requires the United States to work with its allies and with China to "positively shape China's rise both within the Asia-Pacific region and globally," he said. U.S. strategy must be flexible enough to capitalize on the potential of the nation's relationship with China, while managing the risk inherent in China's rise, he added. As China's military capabilities continue to increase, both nations benefit from a healthy military-to-military relationship, Mr. Schiffer said. The United States will continue to strengthen its posture, presence and capabilities in the region and to build its alliances there, he said. North Korean provocations represent a complicated security threat, Mr. Schiffer said. "The United States and our ally, the Republic of Korea, are enhancing our deterrent capabilities and so ensuring that we are fully prepared to meet any threat from North Korea," he said. The U.S. must maintain a forwarddeployed military presence on the Korean peninsula, he said. "The Department of Defense is evaluating U.S. global posture on an ongoing basis, to better position us and our forces to meet the demands of the myriad emerging threats and provocations in the region," Mr. Schiffer said. The U.S. defense posture in Asia is shifting to one that is more geographically distributed, operationally resilient and politically sustainable, he told the panel. Mr. Schiffer said the United States and Japan are working closely to relocate Marine Corps Air Station Futenma from its present location to a less-populated area on

the Japanese island of Okinawa. "Indeed, events in the region have conspired to remind us all of the importance and the necessity of Marine forces on Okinawa, and the vital role [U.S. forces play] in both deterring potential conflict and responding to crisis in Japan," he said. America has deep roots and enduring interests in the Asia-Pacific region, and DOD remains focused on "protecting American interests and allies against the range of threats and challenges we will face together in the 21st century," Mr. Schiffer said.

Misawa Air Base recovering from earthquake MISAWA AIR BASE, Japan – Misawa Air Base was shaken March 11 by the 8.9 magnitude earthquake that struck Japan but sustained only minor damage with no injuries or loss of life. "Our focus is on the recovery of the base and assisting our Japanese allies," said Col. Michael Rothstein, the 35th Fighter Wing commander. "We will do whatever it takes to get us both on our feet again, and I believe we have the best people on the job for this task." Further aiding in base recovery were the Airmen here supporting and establishing command and control operations, said Lt. Col. Dwayne Robison, the 35th Civil Engineer Squadron commander. "Our Airmen and family members aided in recovery efforts almost immediately after the earthquake," he said. "The earthquake struck the region when the base was in the middle of an operational readiness exercise. So we already had our emergency operations center and our unit control centers (up and running). This enabled people to call in immediately with reports of damages, and we had no delay with responding to their needs." Emergency crews responded to small fires, broken waterlines and steam lines, and a host of other issues, officials said. The base wasn't effected by the tsunami that swept ashore afterwards and devastated large tracts of land in Myagi Prefecture, south of the base. Now Airmen here are concentrating on

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Red Cross website links Japan-based troops to home WASHINGTON – In the wake of Japan's massive earthquake and tsunami, Red Cross officials are encouraging U.S. service members and families stationed there to register with an online resource intended to keep family and friends back home informed of their welfare. Military members and their families can relay their status and pass on messages to loved ones through the American Red Cross-sponsored "Safe and Well" website at www.redcross.org. "It's a great online tool," said Deanna Swanier, the senior director of service delivery for the American Red Cross' Service to the Armed Forces. "Family members back here can visit the website and look up loved ones to see if they're safe." Hours after the earthquake and tsunami struck March 11, officials confirmed U.S. military personnel and their families were accounted for. Still, family and friends back home were seeking information. One woman turned to Misawa Air Base, Japan's Facebook page for information that day. Misawa AB is about 400 miles north of Tokyo. "Not sure if anyone can find out anything," she wrote, "but my brother is on base and we're trying to figure out if everything is OK over there. Does anyone know?" To register for Safe and Well, people enter their name, contact information and then choose

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from a list of standard messages - "I am safe and well," "Family and I are safe and well," or "Currently at shelter" - or they can type a customized message. While many service members may turn to e-mail or, if available, a phone call to contact immediate family members after a disaster, Ms. Swanier encouraged them to also register on Safe and Well, so extended family members and friends can find out about their well-being. "It offers another avenue of communication," she noted. Family and friends back home can access the messages by entering the service member's pre-disaster phone number, or complete home address. They can't, however, register themselves on the site. The site is intended to facilitate communication from inside the disaster-affected areas to families outside, Red Cross officials explained. While the site offers a way to pass on a person's current status, not everyone chooses to register. In this case, officials encourage people to try calling, texting or checking online to see if their loved one is updating their social media page, such as Facebook or Twitter. People who have a loved one with a serious health or mental health condition can initiate an emergency information request by calling their local American Red Cross chapter, or calling 1800-RED-CROSS. Along with Safe and Well, Red Cross officials have launched a special "Family Links" website to help people seeking to re-establish contact with family members and friends. People in Japan and other countries in the Pacific can register at www.icrc.org/familylinks to inform their family and friends that they are safe and provide their current contact information. People in the United States looking for loved ones can check the list for information. They also can register the names of family members and friends, encouraging them to get in touch. Additionally, people can contact or locate U.S. citizens living or traveling in Japan by calling the State Department's office of overseas citizens' services at 1888-407-4747 or 202-647-5225.

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U.S. Air Force photo/Staff Sgt. Nicole Mickle

Senior Airman Johnathan Baxley helps Tanji Washington put on a helmet used for Explosive Ordinance Dispoal during the Annual Earth Day festival held at the picnic area on Joint Base Charleston, March 16. More than 700 fifth-grade children from around the Lowcountry attended the event which featured exhibits from the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service, the South Carolina Department of Health and Environmental Control, the Charleston Soil and Water Conservation District and the Audubon Society. Airman Baxley is an Explosive Ordinance Disposal Technician assigned to the 628th Civil Engineering Squadron and Tanji Washington is a student at WB Goodwin Elementary.

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315 AW Airman selected for 2011 AllAir Force Men's Basketball Trial Camp By Staff Sgt. Shane Ellis 315th Airlift Wing Public Affairs Airman 1st Class Jarrod L. Jackson, a personnel specialist with the 315th Airlift Wing Force Support Squadron here, was recently selected to participate in the 2011 All-Air Force Men's Basketball Trial Camp March 22 through April 9 at the Minneapolis-St Paul Air Reserve Station, Minn. Airmen selected for the All-Air Force Men's Basketball Team will participate in the 2011 Armed Forces Men's Basketball Championship, April 10 - 18 at Camp Pendleton, Calif., and will earn the opportunity to be selected to play for the 2011

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Airman 1st Class Jarrod L. Jackson, a personnel specialist with the 315th Airlift Wing Force Support Squadron, was recently selected to participate in the 2011 All-Air Force Men's Basketball Trial Camp March 22 through April 9 at the Minneapolis-St Paul Air Reserve Station, Minn.

Armed Forces Basketball Team. For Airman Jackson, playing basketball is a way of life. He said he began playing basketball when he was three years old, and his adventure continued throughout his high school days. Today, Airman Jackson spends much of his free time honing his skills as he prepares for the trial camp. "Making the team will be the first step," said Airman Jackson. "I'm brining my 'A' game, and I will do my best to represent the U.S. Air Force and the 315 AW to the best of my ability." Airman Jackson has been in the U.S. Air Force Reserve for a year, and he is currently a junior at the University of South Carolina majoring in economics.

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

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Events Tuesday ❏ Caring for an aging parent: Learn how to navigate the elderly care system from the experts. Meet the agencies, resources and services identified in our community for our elderly, March 22 from noon to 1 p.m. Class held at AFRC, Bldg. 500. Call 963-4406 to register. Wednesday ❏ Health insurance plans: Blue Cross and Blue Shield, Mail Handlers and GEHA field representatives will be at the Joint Base Charleston AFRC, Bldg. 500, March 23 from 8 to 10 a.m. Representatives will be available to provide oneon-one service and answer specific questions regarding individual health plans. There is no sign up and everyone is welcome to attend. For more information, contact Kandi Marsh at Civilian Personnel at 963-4471. Friday ❏ Joint Base Charleston Annual Motorcycle Safety Day: The annual Motorcycle Safety Day Rodeo is March 25. The briefing is mandatory for all Joint Base Charleston military motorcycle riders. Civilians, dependants and all other riders are encouraged to attend. The briefing starts at 8:30 a.m. the Air Base theater with multiple events thru out the day. Ride your motorcycle to the briefing and be entered in the bike show. Some of the planned events include a bike show, slow races, guided rides, and much more. Contact Master Sgt. Rob Carman at 963-5594 for more information. March 29 ❏ Career Development Seminar: Learn how to stand out from the crowd from a corporate recruiter's point of view, March 29 from 11 a.m. to noon. Kevin Owens, Verizon Wirless talent connector, will be sharing resume and interview tips at the AFRC, Bldg. 500. Call 963-4406 to register. March 30 ❏ Smooth Move Workshop: Learn how to ease through a PCS move and receive valuable take-aways, March 30 from 9:30 to 11:30 a.m. at the AFRC, Bldg. 500. Call 963-4406 to register. March 31 ❏ Junior Smooth Move Workshop: This program is for children ages five through 16 who will be PCS'ing with their parents, March 31 from 6 to 7:30 p.m. at the JB CHS - AB Youth Center. Call 963-4406 to sign up. ❏ Little Heroes: This is a special ceremony, March 31 from 6 to 7 p.m. specifically designed for children four to 12 years old, who have experienced a parent's deployment. Call 963-4406 to sign up.

Events ❏ Joint Base Charleston Air Force hockey team: If you are interested in playing organized ice hockey at the Carolina Ice Palace adult B league contact Airman 1st Class James Richardson at 832-4951 or james.richardson.us. af.mil, or Master Sgt. Jeff Cliff at 822-0165 or jeffrey.cliff@us.af.mil. ❏ Coupon exchange: The AFRC has a coupon exchange that is open to all ranks. Bring in your unused coupons between 10 a.m. and 2 p.m., Monday through Friday and help yourself to coupons for you and your family. For more information on the coupon exchange, call 963-4408. ❏ Stress coping workshops: Learn how to cope with life's stresses without pulling your hair out. Workshops meet the second Wednesday of every month from 3:30 to 4:30 p.m. in the Health and Wellness Center classroom and are open to everyone. Call 963-4007. ❏ Sleep habits: On average we spend one third of our lives asleep. Shouldn't you know more about it? Learn effective sleep habits and how to get your best zzzzz's. Workshop meets the fourth Wednesday of every month at 3:30 to 4:30 p.m. in the HAWC classroom and is open to everyone. Call 963-4007.

Education and Training ❏ Records management training: Records management training is scheduled the last Tuesday of every month in the conference room of the 2nd floor in Bldg. 302 from 8:30 to 9:30 a.m. Members can sign up on the Enterprise

❏ Healthy Thinking Workshop registration: Do you find yourself feeling angry or stressed more often than you would like, or regret how you act when you are upset? Do you wish you could express yourself more clearly and be more assertive? Consider registering for the Healthy Thinking Workshop. The workshop is divided into four, 90 minute sessions held on consecutive Wednesdays from 10 to 11:30 a.m., with a new group beginning the first Wednesday of every month. To sign up or for more information, contact Family Advocacy at 963-6972. ❏ Palace Chase, Palace Front briefings: The in-service recruiter, Master Sgt. Robert Denehy, will be conducting Palace Chase and Palace Front briefings at 9 a.m. on the first and third Tuesday of every month in Bldg. 503, Room 201. Air Force Instruction 36-3205 mandates eligible Airmen who are separating to be informed about the benefits and opportunities available to them within the Reserve, such as cross training, continued service, retirement, education, medical insurance and promotion. For more information, contact Sergeant Denehy at 963-4499.

Updates and Closures ❏ New website debut: The MAFRC has a new site on the web at www.jbcharleston.com/family/ afrc. Whether single or married or an immediate family member and regardless of branch of service, the MAFRC serves all active duty, National Guard, Reserve, retirees and civilian employees. ❏ NAF Human Resources Office relocated: The Non-appropriated Fund Human Resources Office has moved from Bldg. 503 on Hill Boulevard to the Naval Weapons Station at 2316 Redbank Road, Suite 100, Bldg. 725. This building is in front of the theater and the pool. The new number for the NAF Human Resources Office is 754-6569. ❏ NAF HRO opens satellite office: The NAF Human Resource Office has a satellite office available on Joint Base Charleston in Bldg. 322, Room 222. The office is open Tuesdays from noon to 4 p.m. on a walk-in basis and Thursdays from 8 a.m. to noon on an appointment basis. The commercial phone number is 963-7068. This is part of an effort to reach all potential customers, since the main Human Resource Office has moved to the Naval Weapons Station, Bldg. 725, next to the Fitness Center. The commercial phone numbers at the Naval Weapons Station are 764-7065 or 764-7068. Most transactions, including job searches and applications, can be done on www.NAFjobs.org then selecting the Charleston from the drop-down box. Call the main HRO for information. ❏ Trespassing notice: The small arms firing range is located off Arthur Drive on Range Road near the munitions operations area and explosive ordnance disposal building. Do not trespass into the surface danger zones; they are identified by posted warning signs. Trespassing is not only illegal; it is dangerous because of gunfire. Personnel requesting entry into firing range impact zones must contact the security forces combat arms noncommissioned officer in charge at 963-1121 or via e-mail at 437sfs.catm@charleston.af.mil. ❏ Airman's Attic in need of donations: The Airman's Attic needs household items, children's clothing to size eight, appliances, food and furniture. If anyone has items that have been gently used, consider donating them to the attic. Donations can be dropped off at Bldg. 500, Mondays through Fridays from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. For information, contact Betsy Crump at 963-4411. ❏ North Auxiliary Air Field hunting permits: Hunting permits for the recreational hunting program at North Auxiliary Air Field can now be purchased at the Joint Base Charleston-Air Base Resources Office. The Environmental Official is located in Bldg. 247 on the first floor. The hunting program is open to active-duty, Reserve and retired military, as well as Department of Defense civilian employees. Permits can only be issued to hunters who have a valid South Carolina hunting license and big game permit. The fee for a hunting permit for NAAF is $20. For more information, call the 628th Civil Engineer Squadron at 963-4020.

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Events Tuesday ❏ Till Debt Do Us Part: This course, March 22 and 23 from 6 to 8 p.m., will educate couples on the importance of working together when it comes to personal finances. Although this twopart workshop targets couples, all are welcome. Attendees will be provided the tools to learn how to knowledgeably and successfully discuss family financial dynamics with significantly less stress. To register, call FFSC at 764-7480. ❏ Silver Wings Scholastic Assistance Award: Team Charleston Spouses Club is pleased to offer the Silver Wings Scholastic Assistance Award to eligible military dependents (spouse, son, or daughter) for the 2011-2012 academic year. The three page applications are available at the Joint Base Charleston - Air Base AFRC and the Air Base library. The application and all required paperwork must be postmarked by March 22, 2011. Incomplete or late application materials will not be considered. ❏ Basic Resume Writing: Transitioning from the military? Is your spouse seeking employment or are you just looking to change your career? Check out the Career Connection workshops offered at FFSC, Bldg. 755. Basic Resume Writing is scheduled Mar. 22, from 10 to 11 a.m. Call 764-7480 to register. Wednesday ❏ Military spouse 101: This workshop is for military spouses who are new to the military. Spouses get great information and network to build support systems and friendships that can last a lifetime. Come to FFSC, March 23, from 9 a.m. -12:30 p.m., and get your military checklist. For more information, call FFSC at 764-7480. Friday ❏ Joint Base Charleston Annual Motorcycle Safety Day: The annual Motorcycle Safety Day Rodeo is March 25. The briefing is mandatory for all Joint Base Charleston military motorcycle riders. Civilians, dependants and all other riders are encouraged to attend. The briefing starts at 8:30 a.m. the Air Base theater with multiple events throughout the day. Ride your motorcycle to the briefing and be entered in the bike show. Some of the planned events include a bike show, slow races, guided rides, and much more. Contact Master Sgt. Rob Carman at 963-5594 for information. March 30 ❏ Volunteer Orientation: Join us March 30 at the FFSC, Bldg. 755 from 10 to 11 a.m. for beneficial information on the volunteer program on base and in the community. It is a great way to meet new people, network and offer help with skills you already use. You can also use volunteering on your resume to help in that job search. Call 764-7480 to register or for more information. April 6 ❏ Job Fair Etiquette Workshop: Join us April 6 at FFSC, Bldg. 755 from 10 to 11:30 a.m. for tips and techniques to help you make the most professional, desirable, and memorable impression at a job fair. Registration is required. Call us at 764-7480. April 12 ❏ Joint Base Charleston (Navy & Air Force) Job Fair: Joint Base Charleston is holding a Job Fair April 12, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Space and Naval Warfare Systems Center Atlantic Conference Center, Bldg. 3112, Tank Road, Joint Base Charleston - Weapons Station. This largesetting job fair will boast a variety of employers, jobs and industries. The employers will be accepting resumes and applications to fill their vacant positions, both locally and nationally. Mark your calendar now to attend. Additional information may be obtained by calling FFSC at 764-7480.

Special Announcements ❏ Personal Financial Management: Are you bit intimidated by looking at your credit report and need help trying to decipher this elusive and lengthy (but extremely important) document. Let your FFSC certified financial specialists assist you in accessing and explaining your credit report to you. We can provide the tools and information to improve your score and make the right decisions about collections and debt. Call FFSC at 764-7480.

❏ Wise credit Choices: Did you know that your credit score is a huge deciding factor for interest rates, mortgages, insurance costs, employability, loans, deposits, etc.? Many people are unaware of the impact debt can have on not just your financial life, but your whole life. Call our personal financial manager at the FFSC for an appointment at 764-7480. ❏ Women's personal training offered: The Weapons Station fitness program is offering women's small group personal training free of charge at Sam's Gym. The service is offered Monday-Friday from noon to 1 p.m. and 5 to 6 p.m., and focuses on muscular strength, endurance and increased functionality of gross body movements. This program is offered to all fitness levels, so bring some water and a positive attitude and be ready to work. Call 764-4173 for more information. ❏ Developing your spending plan: Let a financial education specialist at the FFSC on Joint Base Charleston-Weapons Station provide you the tools and resources needed to develop a financial plan of your dreams. The purpose of a financial plan is for you to determine where you are now, where you want to go and how you plan to get there by starting today. Contact the FFSC 7647480 for more information.

Updates and Notices ❏ Volunteer needed for pre-schooler's program: Do you have a couple of hours per week to spend volunteering at the library for our preschool program? This program is designed for pre-schoolers with story time, crafts and a lot in interaction. Parent or guardian must attend. The program meets on Thursday mornings from 10:30 to 11:30 a.m. For information, call 764-7900. ❏ NSA Library is a computer "Hotspot:" The Naval Support Activity Library is a computer "hotspot" for wireless-ready laptop work and surfing the web from a patron's personal computer. Some service providers charge for this convenience; it's free at the Library. Just show up with your wireless-ready laptop, equipped with a network card, find yourself a seat anywhere in the building, and go to work. ❏ MWR's Recycling Department calling for all metal: Containers for empty aluminum cans are located throughout the Naval Support Activity. Aluminum cans are the mainstay of the recycling program; however, all types of metal are accepted. If you have heavy metal products that need to be picked up, call the Recycling Department at 743-0510. Remember, all recycling proceeds go towards enhancing your Morale, Welfare, Recreation facilities and programs. ❏ Do you have DVDs you have viewed that are just setting around gathering dust? Why not donate them to the library so others can enjoy them. Drop them by the library or use the afterhours book drop box. ❏ Become a Family Child Care Provider: Do you like children? Need extra cash? The Family Child Care program offers you a chance to provide childcare in your home. The options available to Family Child Care providers are numerous and include: Before/after school care, Parttime/drop-in care, Full-time care for infants, toddlers or pre-school ages, Evening and weekend care. As an FCC provider, you determine your fees and hours. Although the Navy determines the maximum childcare ratios, you can choose and interview families that have children fitting the hours and ages you are looking for. If interested or for more information, please call 764-7347. ❏ Resale vehicle lot: Selling a car, truck, camper, boat or motorcycle? MWR's "Hot Deals on Wheels" used vehicle lot offers the only authorized place to display vehicles for sale on Naval Support Activity. The lot is located near Red Bank Road in the New Wave Pool parking lot. The cost is $8 per week for military and immediate family and $10 per week forretirees and DoD civilians. Reservations and payment are accepted at the Information, Tickets and Tours Office. Call 764-2120. ❏ "Early Bird" drop-off service: The Auto Skills Center, located on Fletcher Street, offers "Early Bird" drop-off service for your convenience. Vehicles in need of service can be dropped off prior to our normal operating hours using the key drop-box, located outside the facility. Patrons can simply fill out the provided envelope with an explanation of the mechanic services needed, place the vehicle keys in the envelope, and drop them in the box. Then all you have to do is call the Auto Skills Center during their normal operating hours to receive an estimate or to provide any additional information concerning the work needed. At the end of your busy workday, stop by and pick up your serviced vehicle and "off you go!"

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❏ Girl Scouting: Girls in kindergarten through eighth grade are invited to join Girl Scout Troop 895 at the Chapel Annex on the second and fourth Tuesdays from 6 to 7:30 p.m. Come join us to have fun, experience new activities and meet new friends. Contact Patti Donahue at 618-363-5230 or pdonahue@sc.rr.com for more information.

Joint Base Charleston - Air Base ❏ Destination ImagiNation Camp: Destination ImagiNation Camp will be held at the Youth Center April 18 to 22. Fourth through 12th graders should contact the Youth Center at 963-5684 for more information on this exciting camp. There will also be a family night event during the week so the whole family can participate in the fun. Deadline to register is 31 March. Destination ImagiNation Camp is a camp that takes your brain to a whole new level, and did we mention that it's FUN! ❏ Marriage Encounter Retreat: Reconnect with your significant other at a Marriage Encounter Retreat, March 25 to 27, at the Embassy Suites in Columbia, S.C. Unfortunately, space is limited to the first six couples and one spouse must be active duty. Sign up by March 20. Call the Chapel at 963-2536 ❏ Summer Camp Registration: Registration for Summer Camp is April 5 through May 20, 2011. All Active duty, DoD civilians and activated Reservist dependent's are welcome. Children ages five years old and attending kindergarten and children up to 12 years old are eligible. Only complete packages will be accepted and must be turned in one week prior to the session start date. Packages will be accepted Tuesday through Friday from 10 a.m. to 5p.m. Summer Camp runs from May 30 to August 19. Contact Youth Programs at 963-5684 for more details. ❏ Summer swim lessons: Summer swim lessons registration begins April 13 at 9 at the Outdoor Recreation Center, Bldg. 647. All classes will be at the Joint Base Charleston - Air Base pool. The cost is $35 per participant. Summer 2011 Learn-to-Swim class schedule is as follows: · Session I June 7 - 17 · Session II June 28 - July 8 · Session III July 19 - 29 · The 45 minute lessons will be held during each session from 9 to 9:45 a.m., 10 to 10:45 a.m. and 6 to 6:45 p.m. · The Parent & Infant (Mom & Tots) class will be from 6 to -6:30 p.m. during Session III, July 19 to 29. ❏ Easter Egg Hunt: Join the Base Library, April 19 at 10 a.m. for an Easter story hour and Easter Egg Hunt. Registration is required. For more information or to register call 963-3320. ❏ Tennis Lessons: Lessons are held at the Outdoor Recreation tennis courts. Children six through 17 and adults can enroll for one-hour sessions, twice a week for $80 per month. Lessons are held on Tues., Wed. and Thurs. from 9 to 11 a.m. and 3 to 6:00 p.m. ❏ Homeschooler's fitness time: Meet and enjoy recreation time with other home-schoolers every Mon., from 10 to 11:30 a.m. at the Youth Center Bldg. 1993. ❏ Free family craft nights: Join your favorite Arts and Crafts staff every month for a free hour of family fun and creativity. Each month we'll feature a new take-home craft everyone can help make or build. Family craft nights are held Wednesday nights from 5:30 to 6:30 p.m. Dates for upcoming sessions Mar. 11 and Apr. 6. Call 963-4936 for more details. ❏ Story and craft hour: Join us every Tuesday on Joint Base Charleston - Air Base for a free toddler story and craft hour at 10 a.m. Every session features stories, crafts and finger plays. For more details or to register, call 963-3320. ❏ Daycare story & craft hour: Join us every Monday at 10 a.m. on Joint Base Charleston - Air Base, where we will be reading the same stories and doing the same crafts as the regular story time on Tuesdays, just on a different day. Due to limited seating re-registration is required by the Monday before day care story hour. Call 963-3320 to sign up.

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Joint Base Charleston - Weapons Station ❏ Go to the extreme with Xtreme bowling: Xtreme bowling at Marrington Lanes is held every Friday and Saturday from 9:30 p.m. to 12:30 a.m. The features include a fabulous light show with glow-in-the-dark bowling balls and pins, fog machines, music and dancing. The cost is $10 per person. Family Night Xtreme Bowling is held every Saturday from 6 to 9 p.m. Family Night features country music, oldies and rock 'n' roll (you can even bring your own favorite CD's if you want). ❏ Stroller Rollers offers "Fitness for Mom, fun for baby!" Attention new mothers, now there is a way to get fit while spending quality time with your baby. With the Stroller Rollers program, you'll shape up with a power walk and body sculpting while strolling with your baby. It's a great chance to interact with other new moms. Classes meet at the Naval Support Activity gymnasium on Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays from 9:15 to 10:15 a.m. Classes are free. Materials are provided. For more information, call MWR Fitness Director Nancy Haynsworth at 764-4067. ❏ Make your next party a movie party at Cinema One: Looking for a unique idea for your next group party? Why not make it a movie party? Cinema One offers private showings of your favorite feature films! Cinema One movie parties are perfect for birthday celebrations, command socials, class trips, youth groups and lots more. Movie parties are free to groups of 40 or more (with concessions purchase) and are $25 to groups of less than 40 people. Simply call for show time availability, choose a movie from our huge library, and get ready to enjoy a unique party experience at a price that can't be beat. Call theater manager, Teresa Stuckey at 764-4107 for reservation information. ❏ Birthday bowling parties: Looking for something different to do for your next birthday party? Marrington Bowling Center has birthday bowling parties that are great for kids of any age. Call the bowling center for party options and availability.

Movie Schedule: Weapons Station Movie Theater: Call 764-7516 for show times. Admission is free. Doors open 30 minutes prior to each showing. ❏ Love & Other Drugs, March 18, 7:30 p.m., Rated R ❏ Gulliver's Travels, March 19, 5 p.m., Rated PG ❏ Love & Other Drugs, March 19, Rated 7:30 p.m. ❏ Gulliver's Travels, March 20, 2 p.m., Rated PG ❏ The Tourist, March 24, 7:30 p.m., Rated PG-13

Movie Schedule: Air Base Movie Theater: Call 963-3333 for individual show times. Admission is $4.50 for adults, 12 years and older, and $2.25 for children 6-11 years old. “G” rated movies are $2.25 for children 3-11 years old. Visit www.aafes.com for full movie schedules. ❏ The Roommate, March 18, 7:30 p.m., Rated PG-13 ❏ The Eagle, March 19, 7:30 p.m., Rated PG-13

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Stretching your way to a better PT performance By Laura Allard Joint Base Charleston - Weapons Station personal trainer Stretching is something we should all do. It increases flexibility, improves circulation and enhances coordination. But when and what type of stretching should be done? There are two categories of stretching; dynamic and static. In short, dynamic stretching should be done before a workout, and static stretching or Active Isolated Stretching afterwards. Static stretching involves gently holding a stretch for about 30 seconds, one time per muscle being stretched. AIS stretching is similar, but uses the principle that when one muscle contracts, its opposing muscle relaxes. To stretch a hamstring using AIS for example, lay on your back, lift your leg up unassisted as far as possible and then use your hands or a stretch strap to pull it just a little further, holding that position for one to two seconds. Then, lower your leg all the way back down and repeat this movement about eight times. So, why do we end our workouts with stretching rather than at the beginning? Think of the muscles as sticks of gum. Before working out, a muscle is like gum that's been in the freezer. It's cool and stiff and trying to stretch it will be difficult and even damaging. After working out, a

muscle is like gum being chewed - all warm and malleable. This is when the muscle is most receptive to motion and pulling and will benefit from static stretching or AIS. Many exercisers warm-up for a few minutes and then static stretch before working out. Is this bad since the "gum" is now chewed and no longer in the freezer? From the standpoint of the safety of the muscle, no, but in terms of up-coming workout performance, it is. Static stretching is essentially telling the muscles to "shut off," to release and relax, which is the opposite of what the muscles should do before a workout. Static stretching before exercise only makes the up-coming physical activity harder on the body. Dynamic stretching prepares the body for its up-coming workout by raising the body's core temperature and getting the muscles ready to work. The Navy's new physical training program, Navy Operational Fitness and Fueling Series, divides dynamic stretching into two parts: pillar preparation and movement preparation. Pillar refers to hips, torso and shoulders and is the foundation of all movements. Pillar preparation is designed to "turn on" the muscles in this area, helping to protect, stabilize and strengthen the muscles during the workout. Movement preparation continues the warming-up process which involves movements that imitate those for the upcoming exercise,

including multi-directional movement. Whether or not you use the Navy's dynamic warm-up or your own, it's an ideal way to start your workout. A good static stretch following a workout helps ensure you maximize your fitness benefits. In addition to relaxing tense, tight muscles, stretching also increases blood flow to the muscle which brings nourishment as well as rids the body of waste products in the muscle tissue. This is excellent for workout recovery. So the next time you work out, choose the appropriate stretch for the task, and if you have any questions, ask a trainer. We're here to help.

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Jenna Deckard from the Bank of America Military Branch presents eight-year-old Robert Bare III, a new DVD player March 11 at the Bank of America Military Branch on Joint Base Charleston. Robert won the JB CHS poster contest for Military Saves Week. Robert is the son of Master Sgt. Maria Bare, from the 628th Civil Engineer Squadron.

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The Virtue of the Month at Marrington Elementary School for the month of February was ‘Kindness.” Each month, the teachers select children that best demonstrate the virtue of the month and a letter is sent home to the parents, informing them their child has been selected. In school, a job or in life, kindness will always be appreciated, recognized and rewarded. The Virtue of the Month winners for the month of February are: 101: Aiden C.,102: Braxton C.,103: Ryan M., 104: Brodie J.,105: Keajah C., 203: Arturo C.,204: Emily L.. 205: Tynisa M.. 302: Danyell L.. 303: Matthew G., 304: Tabitha H., 301: Makailah R., 404: Marinique R., 405: Amyah S., 401: Madison R., 402: Kiara W. 403: Sarah M.

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National Nutrition Month Healthy Recipes By Greer Gowan HAWC nutrition program manager Wild Rice Spring Rolls These spring rolls are a fun way to get your children to eat more vegetables. They are delicious on their own or served with Asian Dipping Sauce. These spring rolls are a fun way to get your children to eat more vegetables. This recipe can be doubled or tripled as needed. You can even cut each roll in half to serve them on an appetizer platter. (8 Servings) Ingredients 1 teaspoon vegetable oil 1 teaspoon minced garlic 1 teaspoon minced ginger 1/4 cup chopped onion 1/4 cup chopped green pepper 1/4 cup frozen corn kernels, thawed 1 cup cooked wild rice 1 cup shredded cabbage 1/2 teaspoon salt 1/4 teaspoon pepper 8 100-percent rice paper spring roll wrappers or 8 iceberg lettuce leaves 1. Heat the oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the garlic, ginger, onion, and pepper. Sauté for three to four minutes. 2. Add the corn, rice, cabbage, salt, and pepper. Cook for three to four more minutes, or until heated through. 3. Cover a baking sheet with parchment paper. 4. Dip a rice paper wrapper, one at a time, in hot water for a couple of seconds to soften. Place 2 tablespoons of the mixture in the center of the wrapper, fold in the sides, and roll them up. Place the rolls on the baking sheet. Repeat with the remaining wrappers. 5. Place the rolls in the refrigerator to cool for about 10 to 15 minutes, or until ready to serve. Tip: Iceberg lettuce leaves work well in place of the spring roll wrappers. Just separate the

large leaves from the outside of the lettuce, and serve the lettuce leaves with the filling on the side. Each diner will then roll his or her own spring roll at the table. Nutrition Facts per Serving: Calories: 78.8, Fat: <1 g Cholesterol: 0 mg, Sodium: 152 mg, Carbohydrate 16.6 g, Fiber: 1.5 g, Protein: 1.8 g, Calcium: 10.6 mg, Iron: <1 mg Recipe courtesy of John Wiley & Sons, from Easy GlutenFree: Expert Nutrition Advice with More than 100 Recipes by Tricia Thompson, MS, RD and Marlisa Brown, MS, RD, CDE, CDN and American Dietetic Association. ©2010, John Wiley & Sons. Asian Dipping Sauce This sauce goes great with any Asian recipe and also works well as a coating for chicken, fish or pork. If you're using it as a coating, brush the sauce on during the last few minutes of cooking to prevent burning. (Makes 1/2 cup) Ingredients 1/4 cup apricot preserves 1/4 cup peach preserves 1 tablespoon gluten-free soy sauce 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional) This sauce goes great with any Asian recipe and also works well as a coating for In a small food processor, blend all ingredients until well combined. Serving size: one tablespoon Nutrition Facts per Serving: Calories: 45.4, Fat: <1 g Cholesterol: 0 mg, Sodium: 130.8 mg, Carbohydrate: 11.6 g, Fiber: <1 g, Protein: <1 g, Calcium: 2.4 mg, Iron: <1 mg

Low-Fat Oven-Fried Chicken Love the taste of fried chicken but hate the excess calories and fat? Here's a solution that's sure to please. Spicy yogurt sauce adds both flavor and practicality, acting as a base for the seasoned bread crumbs to keep the chicken moist during baking. (6 servings - Serving size: 1 thigh or breast half) Ingredients 1 cup plain low-fat yogurt 1 teaspoon paprika 1 teaspoon dried thyme 1/2 teaspoon salt 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper 1 clove garlic, minced 6 skinless chicken breast halves or 6 skinless chicken thighs (1 3⁄4 to 2 pounds) 1 cup seasoned bread crumbs 1 tablespoon margarine, melted 1. Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F. 2. Combine the yogurt, paprika, thyme, salt, pepper and garlic in a large bowl; mix well. Coat the chicken with the mixture. (The chicken may be covered and refrigerated overnight or baked immediately.) 3. Prepare a shallow roasting pan or jelly roll pan with nonstick pan spray. Combine the bread crumbs and margarine in a shallow dish. Coat the chicken with the crumbs; place in the pan. 4. Bake breasts for 25 minutes, thighs for 30 to 35 minutes, or until tender. Nutrition Facts per Serving: Calories: 240, Calories from fat: 69, Fat: 8 g, Saturated fat: 2 g, Cholesterol: 69 mg, Sodium: 721 mg, Carbohydrates: 16 g, Fiber: 1 g, Sugars: 2 g, Protein: 26 g Exchange list approximations: Starch 1, Meat lean 3 From The New Family Cookbook for People with Diabetes by The American Diabetes Association and The American Dietetic Association. Copyright © 1999, 2007. Reprinted by permission of Simon & Schuster, Inc.

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Preventive Medicine: combating the silent enemy By Hospital Corpsman 3rd Class Kyle Hilden and Jeff Kelly Naval Health Clinic Charleston From the battle of Antietam, to the blood soaked coral islands of the Pacific, to the battle stricken city of Fallujah, disease has caused more deaths to military forces than actual combat injuries. Today, United States Navy Hospital Corpsmen Preventive Medicine Technicians are leading the way against this silent but deadly enemy. The responsibilities of PMTs are diverse and manifold, but force health protection always remains their primary mission. At Joint Base Charleston, PMTs from Naval Health Clinic Charleston combat this "silent enemy" on a daily basis by conducting inspections of service facilities and providing training to base personnel. In order to mitigate the risk of food borne disease outbreaks on the base, PMTs provide regular food service training to supervisors and workers responsible for serving food and also conduct monthly inspections of these

establishments. It is the responsibility of the PMTs to educate people about the relationship between hand washing, general hygiene, food temperature and disease. Additionally, the technicians continually perform inspections of berthing, service and recreation facilities such as the Child Development Centers and base pools, barber shops and play grounds to ensure safe and sanitary conditions for patrons. "Education is a key weapon. When people have the right information, they are armed to fight the disease," stated Hospital Corpsman second class Michael Bigelow, a PMT at NHCC. "When personnel do get infected with a communicable disease, the Preventive Medicine Department ensures they receive the appropriate treatment and counseling and the appropriate agencies are notified." The Preventive Medicine Department handles a multitude of other responsibilities such as shipboard sanitation inspections, pest surveillance and deployment readiness. If you have any questions concerning the NHCC Preventive Medicine Department or are interested in becoming a Preventive Medicine Technician please contact NHCC at (843) 894-6560.

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Hospital Corpsman 1st Class Charles Skaggs conducts a food service training class for Joint Base Charleston personnel March 7 at JB CHS - Weapons Station Teen Center. HM1 Skaggs is a Preventive Medicine Technician assigned to NHCC.

First 6 volunteer opportunities can make the most of your career By Airman 1st Class Michael Thorndike Membership Officer for the First 6 The Joint Base Charleston First 6 is a professional organization which focuses on providing junior enlisted service members a forum for making the most of their military careers. The organization extends the invitation to all service members in pay grades from E-1 through E-6 to join. First 6 meetings, which include free food, are held the fourth Thursday of each month at 11 a.m. on the second floor of Bldg. 246 in the First Term Airmen Center classroom on Joint Base Charleston-Air Base. The volunteer opportunities listed below are just a few of many the First 6 supports and are available to all members of Joint Team Charleston. Points of contact are listed for each event, as well as websites to make an informed decision on which to volunteer for. First 6 Sponsored Events: Mentors for J.R.O.T.C students at R.B. Stall high school: Every year students get to come on base and see what the Air Force can provide them but they never get a chance to speak with the active duty personnel. Our goal is to give students a tour of the base and show them the facilities the Air Force has to offer. We would like to have a cook out at the base picnic grounds so it will give us more of a chance to

interact with the students. If you are interested, contact 1st Class Evelyn Wilhems at Airman evelyn.wilhems@us.af.mil Triathlon at the KOA Campgrounds: Volunteers are needed to help in many areas that are required for this event. If you are interested in helping out, please go to the following website www.trycharleston.org and click under the volunteer folder and fill out the application. You will be provided a T-shirt and food for your help. March for Babies: March for Babies (formerly known as WalkAmerica) is a health charity whose mission is to improve the health of babies by preventing birth defects, premature birth, and infant mortality. March for Babies is held in communities across the nation. These events have raised more than $1.7 billion since 1970. If interested, contact Tech Sgt. Natalie Hunter at Natalie.hunter@us.af.mil or Tech. Sgt. April Arter at april.arter@us.af.mil or go to the link below and click on "join the team": http://www.marchforbabies.org/team/ t1520961 Volunteer Update Charleston Miracle League Spring baseball season: Be a buddy for a player and feel their joy when they hit the ball. CML looks for energetic individuals that enjoy people. You don't have to be a baseball expert or even like the game. Volunteers ages 10 and up can help as a buddy, fan, announcer, work concessions and registration. Complete the application available on our website and arrive at least 15 minutes before the game for an orientation. The season runs

from through April 30. If you'd like to volunteer contact Connie Dreusicke at 225-7940 or email her at miracleleagueld@yahoo.com. You can also get more information on the Charleston Miracle League at www.charlestonmiracleleague.org. The Outreach Learning Center at St. Matthew's, Cinderella Project: The project serves to raise self-esteem in teenage girls by providing formal wear for special occasions in their lives. With your help, the Cinderella Project provides a boutique of fabulous dresses, accessories and door prizes available to all. Volunteers will help with set up March 18 and prepare for March 19 shopping. Volunteers on March 19 will help with customer shopping. To volunteer, contact Liane Ziel at 723-1611 or email at lmziel@comcast.org. You can check out more information at www.connectinghands.org as well. Water Missions International Walk for Water: Walk for water raises funds to support projects that provide clean water to people around the world. Participants carry an empty bucket 1.75 miles, fill it up with dirty water, then walk back 1.75 miles to the start. We then use our Living Water Treatment System to clean the water to demonstrate how the system works. People in developing countries walk an average of 3.5 miles to get dirty water, so join us as we walk to bring clean water to 20 communities around the world. Three hundred volunteers are needed to help with setup, cleanup, children's activities, logistics, registration and much more. The event is March 19 from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. To volunteer, contact Michael Simpson at 769-7395, ext. 209 or email at msimpson@watermissions.org . See more at www.charleston.af.mil

Top 3 Association provides leadership Courtesy of Joint Base Charleston Public Affairs The Joint Base Charleston's Top 3 Organization's primary purpose is to provide enlisted leadership. We support projects and programs that directly enhance the professional development, morale, welfare, and status of enlisted personnel assigned to the base and serve as a forum to promote camaraderie and cooperation among our members and to disseminate information of common interest to senior non-commissioned officers. The Top 3 Association meets the second Wednesday of the month at the Low Country Bar in the Base Club at noon. It is open to all E-7s and above and Navy Chiefs are welcome to attend. Special Events Family Circle Cup: If you are interested in volunteering to help with this event April 5, contact Master Sgt. Chris Greek at 963-6797. This event is opened to all ranks and civilians who would like to help out. Joint Base Charleston Air Base Air Expo: One of the biggest events of the year on Joint Base Charleston, the Expo is April 9. Anyone wishing to volunteer can contact Master Sgt. Deborah Decker at 963-3474. This event is open to all ranks and civilians. Recurring events Recognition program: Do you have an E-1 thru E-6 you would like to recognize for outstanding work? Here

is a program designed just for that. Every month the Top 3 recognizes a member from the 437th Airlift Wing and the 628th Air Base Wing. This program is design to shadow the Diamond Sharp award, which is selected by your first sergeants. If you have someone who you would like to highlight to the Top 3, eat lunch with them, and allow them to mingle with their upper leadership in a relaxed manner, send your selections to Senior Master Sgt. Kevin Kloeppel at 963- 4182 by the close of business on the first Wednesday of each month. Enlisted Grant/Scholarship (Qtr): The purpose of this event is to award a well deserving E-1 thru E-6 who is attending school and displays the Air Force Core Values in their daily life. The winners will be awarded a $100 check to help with school expenses. Contact Master Sgt. Mark Harrison at 963-2180 or Master Sgt. Kevin Riley at 963-4077. Nominations are due by the beginning of the last month of each quarter. Habitat for Humanity: Are you skilled at home

improvements? Do you like to get your hands dirty, or are you just motivated to try something different? The local Habitat for Humanity is a builds houses for families in need. They do this with volunteers like you. Contact Master Sgt. Mike Tawney at 963-6760 if you are interested. Adopt-a-Highway: Have you ever driven down the road and noticed the "Adopt a Highway" signs? The Top 3 along has adopted Cross County Road as its street to help keep clean. Once a quarter, volunteers spread out along this stretch of highway and help pick up all the trash. Contact Master Sgt. Tina Friday at 963-6780. Food Bank: Help feed the homeless and less fortunate families here in the Low Country. We need volunteers to help sort, label and box food for the Low Country Food Bank. Contact Master Sgt. Troy Firzlaff at 963-559. VA Hospital Visit: Every quarter, our organization goes down to the local VA hospital and visits with our veterans. Here is an opportunity to listen to stories from the men and women who have served before you. The veterans also enjoy sharing time with their fellow Airman and soldiers. If you would like to spend a day with a veteran, contact Master Sgt. Kenneth Bragg at 963-2180.

Hours of Operation Movie Theater: Call 963-3333 for individual show times. Admission is $4.50 for adults, 12 years and older, and $2.25 for children 6-11 years old. “Gâ€? rated movies are $2.25 for children 3-11 years old. Visit www.aafes.com for full movie schedules. Family Practice Medical Clinic: Monday–Friday 7:15 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Fitness and Sports Center: Monday–Friday: 4:30 a.m. to 11 p.m. / Saturday–Sunday: 6:30 a.m. to 6 p.m. Outdoor Recreation: Monday–Friday: 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Shoppette: Monday—Friday: 6 a.m. to 10 p.m. / Saturday: 7 a.m. to 10 p.m. / Sunday: 8 a.m. to 10 p.m. Base Veterinarian: Monday–Friday: 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. Commissary: Monday: Closed / Tuesday—Saturday: 9 a.m. – 7 p.m. / Sunday: 11 a.m. – 6 p.m. • Doors open for disabled patrons 30 minutes early. Health and Wellness Center: Monday—Friday: 7:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Provides nutritional counseling, tobacco cessation, Bod Pod testing, blood pressure screening, wellness information, jogging strollers, massage, relaxation room

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Base Exchange/Mall: • Main store: Monday–Saturday: 9 a.m. to 7 p.m. / Sunday: 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. • 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

• American Red Cross: 764-2323 • Base Chapel: 963-2536 • Military Family Housing: 963-3859/ 963-3858 • Inns of Charleston: 963-3806 • Golf Course: 963-1833 • Health and Wellness Center: 963-4007 • Unaccompanied Housing: 963-3859 • Commissary: 963-5695 • Military and Family Readiness Center: 963-4406 • Education Office: 963-4575 • Base Exchange: 552-5000 • Visitor’s Center: 963-5729 • Military Personnel - ID Cards, Separations, Awards & Decorations, etc.: 963-0677

Chapel: Monday—Friday: 7:30 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. • Catholic Services - Weekday Mass: 11 a.m. Wednesday & Friday. / Saturday Reconciliation: 4:15 p.m. / Saturday Mass: 5 p.m. / Sunday Mass: 9:30 a.m. • Protestant Services - Inspirational Gospel: 8 a.m. Sunday / Traditional Worship (with Children’s Church): 11 a.m. Sunday • Bible Study - Protestant Women of the Chapel (PWOC): 10 a.m. & 6:30 p.m. Tuesday / Alpha Course: 6:30 p.m. Wednesday, Chapel Annex. Dinner prior at 6 p.m. / Truth Seekers BS: 7 p.m. Thursday, Home of Dex & Patriece For information on other faith groups, call the Base Chapel.

Frequently Called Numbers • Emergency (On and Off Base): 911 • Medical Appointment Line: 963-6880 Saturday—Sunday: 9:30 a.m. – 6 p.m. The commissary doors open for disabled patrons at 9 a.m. Chapel: Monday—Thursday: 8 a.m. – 4 p.m. / Friday: 8 a.m. – 3 p.m. • Sunday Catholic Mass: 8 a.m. and 11:30 a.m. • Sunday Protestant Services: 10 a.m. • Catholic Weekday Services: 11 a.m. Tuesday & Thursday

Frequently Called Numbers • Emergency (On and Off Base): 911 • American Red Cross: 764-2323 • Bachelor Housing: 764-7646 • Chaplain’s Office: 764-7222/7912 • Commissary: 764-2020 • Military and Family Readiness Center: 764-7480 • Morale, Welfare and Recreation: 764-7601 • Navy College: 764-4493 • Navy Exchange: 764-7042 • Navy Marine Corps Relief Society: 764-7662 • Pass & Badge Office (Auto Registration): 764-4231 • Personal Support Detachment: 764-7431/7432

Hours of Operation Movie Theater: Call 764-7516 for individual show times. Admission is free. Doors open 30 minutes prior to each showing. Base Exchange: • Main store: Monday –Saturday: 9 a.m. – 8 p.m. / Sunday: 9 a.m. – 6 p.m. • Barber Shop: Monday—Friday: 8 a.m. – 6 p.m. / Saturday: 8 a.m. – 4 p.m. / Sunday: Closed • Mini Mart: Monday—Saturday: 9 a.m. – 10 p.m. • Uniform Center: Monday—Friday: 9 a.m. – 8 p.m. / Saturday—Sunday: 10 a.m. – 5 p.m.

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Helpful Websites Joint Base Charleston – Air Base • Official Base Web Site: www.charleston.af.mil • 628th Force Support Squadron - MWR, Readiness, Fitness, Jobs, Lodging, Dining, Recreation, Education, Veterinary Clinic: www.jbcharleston.com • CAC and I.D. card appointments: http://appointments.cac. navy.mil Medical Support • Base Clinic: www.charleston.af.mil – Search “628th Medical Operations Squadronâ€? for clinic factsheets • TRICARE: www.tricareonline.com • TRICARE Dental Plan: www.ucci.com Relocation Information • Military One Source: www.militaryonesource.com • Automated Housing Referral Network: www.ahrn.com • DoD Installations/Relocation Information: www.militaryhomefront.dod.mil • Household Goods Shipment: www.move.mil • Military Spouse Employment: www.military.com/spouse

Helpful Websites Joint Base Charleston – Weapons Station • Official Base Web Site: www.charleston.af.mil • On-Base Housing: www.nwscharlestonhomes.com • Morale, Welfare and Recreation: www.jbcharleston.com • Naval Nuclear Power Training Command: www.cnic.navy.mil/charleston • Navy Region Southeast: www.cnic.navy.mil/charleston • CAC and I.D. card appointments: http://appointments.cac. navy.mil Navy Medical Support, Charleston • Naval Health Clinic Charleston: www.nhchasn.med.navy.mil • Charleston Naval Pharmacies: www.nhchasn.med.navy.mil/pharmacy • TRICARE: www.tricareonline.com • TRICARE Dental Plan: www.ucci.com Relocation Information • Military One Source: www.militaryonesource.com • DoD Installations/Relocation Information: www.militaryhomefront.dod.mil • Household Goods Shipment: www.smartwebmove.navsup.navy.mil • Military Spouse Employment: www.military.com/spouse • Navy College Program: www.cnic.navy.mil/charleston

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Celebrate Women’s History month by quitting tobacco Courtesy of Joint Base Charleston Air Base Health and Wellness Center To support Women's History Month, the U.S. Department of Defense is encouraging active duty service members, veterans, retired men and women and their family and friends to quit tobacco in honor of a special woman in their lives. Tobacco users are urged to pick a day in March to quit for their mother, wife, sister, grandmother or another remarkable woman who has touched their lives. Then, individuals planning to quit can post their dedication and a picture of the woman they are honoring for Women's History Month on Facebook at http://www.facebook.com/#!/ucanquit2. Health care professionals and clinicians on every U.S military installation can encourage individuals to prepare for a March quit date by enrolling in Train2Quit, a U.S. Public Health Service guideline-based, self-paced online system. Train2Quit can be found on DoD's tobacco cessation website, http://www.ucanquit2.org. Train2Quit uses interactive components to help users create a customizable quit plan, including a calendar to monitor

progress. With Train2Quit, individuals can double their chances of quitting tobacco for good. Along with Train2Quit, the dynamic DoD website contains other quit tools and supports needed to beat cravings, overcome weight gain, and cope with the effects of nicotine withdrawal. The site provides access to personal quit coaches, available 24 hours a day, seven days a week, to get answers to questions about quitting and staying smoke free. And, there are fun games like Texas Hold 'em, a calculator to track savings, blogs for peer support, text message quit tips, and networking links to social media sites such as YouTube at http://www.youtube.com/profile?user=ucanquit2 or Twitter at http://twitter.com/#!/ucanquit2. Join in the celebration of Women's History Month on your installation. Order or download free Train2Quit posters and other tobacco cessation promotional materials at DoD's website, http://www.ucanquit2.org. Refer any non- Medicare-eligible beneficiaries to TRICARE's toll-free Smoking Quitline to receive assistance with quitting smoking. Toll-free telephone lines are available in each TRICARE region to offer support, 24 hours a day, seven days per week, and 365 days per year.

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$189,900 Riverbirch Lane Beautiful home in gated community, only 5 minutes from AirForce Base. 4BR/2.5BA, fenced yard, screened porch Large kitchen, stainless appliances, new hardwood floors! Huge master BR, 2 closets Healthy Realty, Beth (843)566-6948 FSBO. Hwy 61, 4500 SF, Storage Building, land and units. $250k. 843-571-4400. 1416 Cimarron 3br 2ba sunroom,1820 sq ft, 2 car + 1.5 car gar new roof, siding, windows, hvac, kitchen cabinets, solid counters & appliances. Move-in ready. Close to Weapon Station. $159,900. Marty 514-4390 8959 Buck Run 4br 2.5 ba 2090 sq ft 2 car gar, screen porch,lg family rm and master brm, side drive to rear for storage,lg fenced yard, close to Weapon Station $179,900 Like brand new. Marty 514-4390

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MISC ITeMS FOr SAle Washer dryer sets $250/$350, stack wash/dryer $425; sofas and sofa sleepers $75/$125, 40 dressers & chest drwrs $40/$200, kitchen & dinette sets $50/$200. Call 452-2229 2 Office desks $500 & $35, chairs $5 & $40, leather jackets $25 & $40, sew machine $50/$100, lamps $5 & $20, pictures $5 & $15, clothes $5 and up. 571-4400. Amazing NEW Queen P-top Mattress $95! Delivery Available. 843-696-5712

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Brown Microfiber Sofa and Loveseat, with 2 end tables and a coffe table. $600 o.b.o. Call David 901-486-3551

Kitchen Cabinets. Never installed. All wood & dovetailed. Cost $5500. Sacrifice $1650. Call after 4 p.m. 843-856-4680 or 843-881-5803.

12” Thick Pillowtop mattress Set. Never opened, still in plastic. Must sell ASAP. Was $600, Sell $235. Call Keith, 843-375-5908.

6 Pc. Cherry Bedroom Set with Mattress set, Still in the Box! $350! Delivery Available 843-696-5212

Bunk beds w/desk & chest of drawers, $100.00. Futon chair, $40. Please call Theresa @ 843697-0474

Microfiber Sectional $495 with Military Discount. NEW IN BOX Delivery Available 843-637-6360

Nautilus Treadmill for Sale! Hardly used since purchase-in excellent condition. Fold away treadmill, very versatile and allows easy storage. It has a 20% incline and goes up 6 speed. Built in fan and easy to reach control buttons on handles. One of the best treadmills on the market! Paid $1000, asking for $800 OBO. Looking to sell as soon as possible. Please call 619-4007955 for more information.

5 Pc Solid Wood Dinette $250,Coffee & End Tables $99. All New! Delivery Available. 843-696-5212

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$$ $$ WWW.MYSUMMERVILLEFORD.COM 17,759 23,859 V8, V8,auto, auto,power powerseats, seats,power power locks, locks,AM/FM/CD, AM/FM/CD,driver’s driver’spackage, package, SYNC, SYNC,&&trailer trailertow, tow,&&much muchmore. more.

Auto, Auto,cruise/tilt, cruise/tilt,air, air,power powerpackage, package, AM/FM/CD, AM/FM/CD,Mykey Mykey&&much muchmore. more. MSRP MSRP$22,995. $22,995.Incldues Incldues$2000 $2000rebate, rebate,$500 $500 Military, Military,$2000 $2000Cash/Trade Cash/Trade

1998 Cadillac DeVille Loaded, extra clean $

4,995

6,995

97 97Cadillac CadillacDeVille DeVille

3,995 3,995

2000 Jeep Wrangler Auto, Hard Top, lots of extras $ 05 05Mercury MercuryGrand GrandMarquis MarquisLS LS

10,995 9,995 9,995

Leather, Leather,loaded, loaded,xtra xtraclean clean

$$

00 00Saturn SaturnSL1 SL1

3,995 3,995

7,995

00 00Ford FordF150 F150Ext ExtCab Cab V8, V8,auto, auto,11owner owner

Auto, Auto,very verylow lowmiles, miles,xtra xtraclean clean

$$

2004 Saturn L300 Auto, V6, Extra Clean $

7,995

02 02Ford FordFocus Focus

Auto, Auto,air, air,xtra xtraclean clean

Loaded, Loaded,xtra xtraclean, clean,must mustsee see

$$

2003 Ford F-150 XLT Ext. cab, V8, hard bed cover $

2002 Volvo C70 Leather, sunroof, loaded, AWD $

MSRP MSRP$34,000. $34,000.Includes Includes$4500 $4500Rebate Rebate$1,000 $1,000FMC FMCdealer, dealer, $500 $500military militaryrebate, rebate,$2000 $2000cash/trade, cash/trade,$1,000 $1,000trade tradeasst. asst.

$$

6,995 6,995

$$

4,995 4,995

9,995

7,995

05 05Suzuki SuzukiVerona Verona Auto, Auto,power powerpkg, pkg,low lowmiles miles

2002 Acura MDX Leather, moonroof, xtra clean $

2007 Kia Sedona Auto, all power, extra clean $

2002 Pontiac Firebird Auto, one owner, T-Top $

9,995

07 07Chrysler ChryslerPT PTCruiser Cruiser

02 02Mazda MazdaMillennia Millennia

Touring, Touring,auto, auto,loaded, loaded,xtra xtraclean clean

Leather, Leather,sunroof, sunroof,only only50k 50kmiles miles

7,995 7,995

7,995 7,995

6,995 6,995

08 08Suzuki SuzukiReno Reno

Low Lowmiles, miles,one oneowner owner

$$

$$

$$

$$

7,995 7,995

2008 Toyota Corolla LE 2008 Ford Focus S 1999 Ford F-250 Larami 2005 Lincoln Town Car Signature Ltd 2005 Ford F-150 SuperCrew XLT 05 Ford F150 Crew Cab Loaded Ext. cab, 7.3 V8, like new Moonroof, lthr, like new, gar. kept V8, Tow Pkg, Loaded Auto, one owner, gas saver! V8, auto, xtra clean $ $ $ $ $ $ 04 DodgeDurango DurangoSLT SLT 04Dodge 06 05 06Honda HondaAccord AccordEX-L EX-L 03 02 05Jeep JeepGrand GrandCherokee CherokeeLtd Ltd 03Ford FordExcursion ExcursionLimited Limited 02Acura AcuraMDX MDX 05 05 05Chrysler ChryslerCrossfire CrossfireLtd Ltd 05Ford FordF150 F150Crew CrewCab Cab

11,995 10,995 12,995 10,995 Loaded, Leather, Loaded,xtra xtraclean clean Leather,moonroof, moonroof,xtra xtraclean clean V8, V8,auto, auto,xtra xtraclean clean Auto, Auto,loaded, loaded,xtra xtraclean clean $$ $$ $ $$ $ 9,995 9,995 9,995 10,995 9,995 10,995 10,995 10,995 10,995 10,995

10,995 9,995 9,995

12,995 Loaded, Loaded,leather, leather,moonroof moonroof $$ 10,995 10,995

Leather, Leather,moonroof, moonroof,11owner owner

Lthr, Lthr,loaded, loaded,xtra xtraclean, clean,just justserviced serviced

$$

$$

2010 Nissan Cube 2001 Mercedes-Benz E430 2010 Nissan Versa 2010 Toyota Corolla LE 2008 Kia Sorento 2009 Ford Mustang V6 06 Grand LS 05 SLT 05 Sienna 06Mercury Mercury Grand Marquis LS xtra clean04 04Acura Acura3.2TL 3.2TL 05Dodge DodgeRam Ram1500 1500 SLT 06 Grand Vitara Sport 05Toyota Toyota SiennaLE LE 06Suzuki Suzuki Grand Vitara Sport 04 Chevy Silverado 04pkg, Chevy Silverado 2500HD HDLS LSAuto, Leather, Patriot 08 Jeep Patriot 08Jeep Auto, power package Low miles, Auto, pwrMarquis pkg, loaded, Auto, only 6k miles Auto, Loaded loaded, new tires air, power one owner 2500 Loaded, V6, Loaded,xtra xtraclean, clean,11owner owner V6,auto, auto,like likenew new Auto, xtra clean Leather, power package, xtra clean Loaded, xtra clean, must see Auto, xtra clean, one owner Auto, xtra clean Leather, power package, xtra clean Loaded, xtra clean, must see Auto, xtra clean, one owner Loaded, xtra clean, must see Loaded, xtra clean, must see $ $ $ $ $ $ $$ $$ $$ $$ $$ $$ $$

12,995 11,995 11,995

08 08Kia KiaSorento Sorento Auto, Auto,power powerpkg, pkg,loaded, loaded,xtra xtraclean clean 2008 $$ Chry Sebring Conv. V6, auto $

13,995 13,995 14,995

10 10Toyota ToyotaCorolla CorollaLE LE

13,995 11,995 11,995

13,995 13,995

2006 Pontiac Solstice Only 21k miles, loaded, 1 owner $

13,995 13,995 15,995

15,995 15,995

2008 Ford Explorer XLT 3rd seat, 1 owner $

18,995 10 DodgeJourney Journey 10Dodge

Loaded, Loaded,xtra xtraclean, clean,SAVE SAVEBIG BIG

$$

16,995 16,995

12-passenger, 12-passenger,XLT XLTpkg, pkg,loaded loaded

$$

18,995 18,995

2010 Ford Flex SEL Leather, loaded, xtra clean $10 10Honda HondaAccord Accord

24,995 21,995 21,995

Only Only3k3kmiles, miles,auto, auto,like likenew new

$$

10 Ford 2010 Ford Mustang GT 10 FordFlex FlexSEL SEL Leather, loaded, Leather, loaded,xtra xtraclean clean Auto, leather, convertible $$ $

24,995 24,995 28,995

$$

2010 Ford F-150 XLT Auto, V8, like new $

09 MercuryMilan Milan 09Mercury

Leather, Leather,moonroof, moonroof,11owner owner

14,995 14,995

$$

17,995

08 08Chrysler ChryslerSebring SebringConv. Conv.Ltd Ltd

06 06VW VWBeetle BeetleConvertible Convertible Loaded, Loaded,xtra xtraclean clean 2002 Ford $$ F-150 Harley Davidson Super Crew, Loaded $

15,995 15,995

2007 Ford Explorer Eddie Bauer Loaded, Moonroof, Leather $

16,995 16,995

2007 Jeep Wrangler X Auto, V6, 4x4 $

18,995

10 ToyotaCamry CamryLELE 10Toyota

10 10Mercury MercuryGrand GrandMarquis MarquisLS LS Leather, Leather,full fullpower power

Crew CrewCab CabZ85 Z85

$$

17,995 17,995

17,995 17,995

17,995 17,995

2010 Honda Accord Only 3k miles, auto, like new $

2008 Nissan Pathfinder Auto, 3rd seat, xtra clean $

21,995

21,995

07 07Ford FordF150 F150Crew CrewCab Cab

$$

10 10Ford FordEscape EscapeXLT XLT

XLT XLTpkg, pkg,V8, V8,auto auto

V6, V6,auto, auto,loaded loaded

$$

$$

19,995 19,995

19,995 19,995

22,995

Loaded, Loaded,must mustsee, see,priced pricedtotosell sell

$$

19,995 19,995

07 07Ford FordEdge EdgeSE SE

Loaded, Loaded,xtra xtraclean, clean,low lowmiles miles

18,995 18,995

22,995

10 10Ford FordMustang MustangConvertible Convertible

$$

20,995 20,995

19,995 19,995

16,995 16,995

2007 Jeep Wrangler Sahara Extra clean $

20,995

Captain Captainseats, seats,dual dualpower powerdoors, doors,loaded loaded

$$

2008 Wrangler Unlimited Sahara 4x4, Auto, hardtop, must see $

09 09Nissan NissanTitan TitanCrew CrewCab Cab

20,995 20,995

4x4, 4x4,loaded, loaded,priced pricedtotogo! go!

$$

Taurus SEL 08 Honda Pilot 082011 HondaFord PilotEX-L EX-L

Loaded, lthr, owner, clean Loaded,moonroof, moonroof, lthr,11factory owner,xtra xtra clean Loaded, warranty

$$

$ 24,995 24,995 29,995

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09 09Honda HondaAccord AccordEX EX Loaded, Loaded,11owner owner

$$

20,995 20,995

2010 BMW 328i Loaded, xtra clean $ 08 08GMC GMCSierra Sierra1500 1500Crew CrewCab Cab

28,995 $$ 24,995 24,995

4X4, 4X4,Loaded, Loaded,one oneowner, owner,xtra xtraclean clean

10 MKZ 07 LTLT Chevy Camaro 11 Camaro 07 Ram 10 2010 SS 2008 Ford F-150 SuperCrew 2006 Ford F-250 Harley Davidson Tahoe LT Laramie Limited 10Lincoln Lincoln MKZ 07Chevy ChevyAvalanche Avalanche 11Chevy Chevy CamaroLTLT 2010 Chevy 07Dodge Dodge Ram2500 2500 Laramie2010 Ford Expedition 10Lincoln LincolnMKS MKS 08 Rover LR3 08Land Land Rover LR3 Mega Cab, Dual moonroof, loaded, Mega Cab,only only19k 19kmi, mi,11owner owner DualNav, moonroof, loaded,only only16k 16kmimi Leather, Extra Clean Auto, moonroof, DVD $ $ $ $ $ $ $ $ $ $ $ $ $ $ $

New totosteal! Newtires, tires,loaded, loaded,priced priced steal! Diesel 4x4 Loaded, new Leather, Sunroof, Loaded,factory factory warranty, like new Leather,only only14k 14kmiles milesOnly 9k miles, loaded Sunroof,only only400 400miles miles Ltdwarranty, edition,like 4x4, moonroof Powerstoke

$$

24,995

Auto, Auto,V8, V8,only only12K 12Kmiles miles

$$

26,995 25,995 Auto, 25,995 26,995 Moonroof, XLT, Moonroof,auto, auto,xtra xtraclean clean XLT,11owner, owner,xtra xtraclean clean 4x4, Auto,xtra xtraclean clean 4x4,Auto, Auto,hardtop, hardtop,must mustsee see $$ $$ $$ $$ 21,995 22,995 24,995 22,995 22,995 21,995 22,995 24,995 22,995 22,995

24,995 21,995 21,995

Auto, Auto,3rd 3rdseat, seat,xtra xtraclean clean

3rd 3rdseat, seat,11owner owner

18,995 18,995

2010 Ford Mustang CV 2008 Toyota Highlander Ltd. 2010 Ford Edge Limited 2007 Chevrolet Avalanche LT 2008 BMW 535i Auto, V6, convertible One owner, loaded V6, Leather, CD/MP3 14k Miles, Like new Loaded, One Owner, extra clean $ $ Cherokee $ LTLT $ 10 10 10Jeep JeepGrand Grand Cherokee 10Chevy ChevyCamaro Camaro 08Wrangler WranglerUnlimited UnlimitedSahara Sahara 08 Pathfinder 10 09 08Nissan Nissan Pathfinder 10Nissan NissanMaxima Maxima3.5 3.5 09Ford FordF150 F150Super SuperCab Cab $ 08 $$

08 08Ford FordExplorer ExplorerXLT XLT $$

18,995 18,995

23,995

4x4, 4x4,only only34k 34kmiles, miles,like likenew new

Auto, Auto,Extra ExtraClean, Clean,11Owner Owner

$$

10 10Dodge DodgeGrand GrandCaravan CaravanSXT SXT

2008 GMC Sierra 1500 Crew Cab 4X4, Loaded, 1 owner, xtra clean $

06 06Dodge DodgeRam Ram2500 2500Crew CrewCab Cab

$$

06 06Pontiac PontiacSolstice Solstice Only Only21k 21kmiles, miles,loaded, loaded,11owner owner

16,995 16,995

19,995

$$

2008 Dodge Ram 1500 Laramie V8, Leather, Moonroof, Nav. $

18,995

$$

2010 Ford Escape XLT V6, auto, loaded $

19,995

07 07Nissan NissanQuest Quest

2010 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 LT Crew Cab, V8 $

07 07VW VWTouareg Touareg

2010 Ford Fusion SEL V6, leather, sunroof $

18,995 18,995

2009 Ford E-350 Super Duty Van 15 Passenger, Loaded! $

07 07Jeep JeepWrangler WranglerXX

16,995 16,995

Power Powerside sidedoors, doors,loaded loaded

15,995 15,995

15,995 15,995

Auto, Auto,air, air,one oneowner, owner,xtra xtraclean clean

Auto, Auto,11owner, owner,xtra xtraclean clean

$$

6spd, 6spd,loaded, loaded,one oneowner owner

$$

17,995

$$

16,995 16,995

07 07Mazda MazdaRX8 RX8Coupe Coupe

Leather, Leather,sunroof, sunroof,28k 28kmiles miles

$$

2010 Mercury Grand Marquis LS Leather, full power $

08 08Honda HondaCRV CRV

Loaded, Loaded,xtra xtraclean clean

19,995

08 08GMC GMCCanyon CanyonSLT SLT

Auto, Auto,power powerpkg, pkg,priced pricedtotosell sell

$$

05 05Ford FordMustang MustangRoush Roush $$

2007 Ford F150 Crew Cab XLT pkg, V8, auto $

18,995

17,995

13,995 13,995 16,995

07 ToyotaCamry Camry 07Toyota

14,995 14,995

2007 Nissan Quest Power side doors, loaded $

17,995

$$

$$

14,995 14,995

Leather, Leather,moonroof, moonroof,xtra xtraclean clean

$$

15,995 15,995

10 ToyotaTacoma Tacoma 10Toyota Auto, Auto,air, air,only only10k 10kmiles, miles,like likenew new

Captain seats, dual power doors $

08 08Mazda MazdaCX-7 CX-7

V6, V6,auto, auto,loaded, loaded,better betterthan thannew new

Auto, Auto,loaded, loaded,sunroof, sunroof,xtra xtraclean clean

$$

06 CadillacCTS CTS 06Cadillac Loaded, Loaded,xtra xtraclean, clean,must mustsee see

$$

14,995 14,995 2010 Dodge Grand Caravan SXT

2007 Ford Edge SE Loaded, xtra clean, low miles $

17,995

20,995

08 08Suzuki SuzukiGrand GrandVitara Vitara

Auto, Auto,like likenew, new,save savebig! big!

14,995 14,995

2008 GMC Sierra SLE Ext. Cab, V8, auto, loaded $

10 10Ford FordE350 E350Van Van

10 10Nissan NissanCube Cube

Moonroof, Moonroof,loaded loaded

06 NissanMurano Murano 06Nissan Auto, Auto,loaded, loaded,like likenew new

14,995 12,995 12,995

13,995 13,995 13,995 13,995 13,995 13,995 13,995 13,995 13,995 13,995 16,995 16,995 16,995 16,995

06 06Mercedes MercedesC230 C230 $$

17,995

$$

13,995 13,995 12,995 11,995 12,995 11,995 12,995 12,99513,995 12,995 12,995 12,995 12,995 14,995

08 07 06 10 FordEscape Escape 08Ford 07 06 07Pontiac PontiacTorrent Torrent 06Nissan NissanAltima Altima2.5S 2.5S 10Nissan NissanVersa Versa MINICooper Cooper 07MINI 06VW VWPassat Passat Loaded, Loaded,xtra xtraclean, clean,like likenew new Leather, Auto, Auto, Leather,moonroof, moonroof,11owner owner Auto,power powerpkg, pkg,low lowmiles miles Auto,only only6k6kmiles miles Auto, Auto,power powerpkg, pkg,xtra xtraclean clean Only Only28k 28kmiles, miles,xtra xtraclean clean 2008 Mazda CX-7 2008 Honda Accord 2010 Dodge Journey$$ 2011 Chevrolet $$Malibu LT $$2006 Ford Mustang GT $$ $$ $$2.4 EX Leather, moonroof, xtra clean Auto, loaded V8, All Power, Loaded Loaded, xtra clean, SAVE BIG 16V Auto, CD/MP3 $ $ $ $ $

Auto, Auto,air, air,power powerpkg, pkg,one oneowner owner

$$

2007 Ford F-150 XL 05 Lincoln Town Signature 05Auto, Lincoln Town Car SignatureLtd Ltd V6, 27kCar miles Moonroof, Moonroof,lthr, lthr,like likenew, new,garage garagekept kept $ $$

25,995 26,995 27,995 25,995 26,99535,000 26,995 36,995 27,995 25,995 31,995 25,995 35,99526,995

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$ $ 843-873-3550 843-873-3550 843-873-3550 9700 9700 DORCHESTER RD. NEXT TO WALMART 9700 DORCHESTER DORCHESTER RD. RD. ••• NEXT NEXT TO TO WALMART WALMART Sales: M-F 8:30AM 8PM Sat 8:30AM 7PM Sales: Sales: M-F M-F 8:30AM 8:30AM --- 8PM 8PM ••• Sat Sat 8:30AM 8:30AM --- 7PM 7PM Service: M-F 7AM 6PM Sat 8AM 3PM Service: Service: M-F M-F 7AM 7AM --- 6PM 6PM ••• Sat Sat 8AM 8AM --- 3PM 3PM

29,995 29,995 38,995

OIL & & FILTER FILTER 95 95OIL CHANGE CHANGE

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ON FORD COMPANY SALES REPORTS THRU ALL PAYMENT PLUS TAX, TAG, SUBJECT TOTOPRIOR SALE. APR *BASED ONCOMPANY FORDMOTOR MOTOR COMPANY SALESJANUARY REPORTSJANUARY JANUARY THRUOCTOBER OCTOBER 2010.PRICES, ALLPRICES, PRICES, PAYMENT PLUS TAX, TAG,TITLE, TITLE,&&&$349 $349ADMINISTRATION ADMINISTRATIONFEE. FEE. SUBJECT PRIOR SALE.SEE SEEDEALER DEALER FORDETAILS. DETAILS. 0% APRININLIEU LIEU OFREBATE. REBATE. *BASED ON FORD*BASED MOTOR SALES REPORTS THRU OCTOBER 2010. 2010. ALL PAYMENT PLUS TAX, TAG, TITLE $349 ADMINISTRATION FEE. SUBJECT TO PRIOR SALE. SEE FOR DEALER FOR0% DETAILS. 0% OF APR IN LIEU OF REBATE.

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