04-19-2013 The Patriot (Joint Base Charleston)

Joint Base Charleston, S.C.

Patriot

Vol. 4, No. 14

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

Friday, April 19, 2013

U.S. Air Force photo / Senior Airman Dennis Sloan

INSIDE

School Registration Know what to bring

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Joint Exercise

Team Charleston tests total force See page 7

Challenge Dorm 473 wins it all

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Friday, April 19

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Senior Airman Dominick Thompson, 560th Red Horse Squadron, hugs his wife after returning from the unit’s first six month deployment April, 11, 2013, at Joint Base Charleston, S.C. The Air Force reservists have been deployed as part of the the 557th Expeditionary Red Horse Squadron since November and were responsible for heavy construction projects at various Middle Eastern locations.

Red Horse finds warm welcome from family, friends as they return to Joint Base Charleston

By Michael Dukes 315th Airlift Wing Public Affairs

Hundreds of family members and friends waited anxiously in a packed Joint Base Charleston Passenger Terminal for a 747 charter jet carrying nearly 100 Airmen from the 560th Red Horse Squadron returning from a six-month deployment April 11, 2013.

The Air Force reservists have been deployed as part of the the 557th Expeditionary Red Horse Squadron since November and were responsible for heavy construction projects at various Middle Eastern locations. This marks the first deployment for the newly formed squadron, which started operations Nov. 1, 2008.

"These ‘horsemen’ have done some amazing work," said Lt. Col. Joseph Swaim, 560th RHS commander. "Much of this could not be possible without the support of the family back home – the wives, husbands, moms and dads that make things possible for these men and women to do what they did."

Reserve leadership was the first to welcome the troops back home. Col. James Fontanella, 315th Airlift Wing commander, and Command Chief Master Sgt. Gigi Manning joined Lt. Col. Swaim, and his 560th RHS chiefs, Chief Master Sgt. James Hampton and Chief Master Sgt. Tonya Blythe at the side of the jet. Col. Timothy Lamb, 622nd Civil Engineer Group commander at Dobbins Air Reserve Base, Ga.

U.S. Air Force photo / Senior Airman George Goslin

Members of the 560th Red Horse Squadron walk towards their friends and family members after returning from deployment to the Southwest Asia region April 11, 2013, at Joint Base Charleston – Air Base, S.C. The group arrived back home to a cheering crowd of family and friends.

also was on hand to welcome the Airmen back home.

Family members holding up welcome home signs cheered as the first returning Airmen in red hats stepped out the jet's door and made their way down the stairs to the tarmac. One sign read: "We are so Proud of You Welcome Home,"

and another read: "We Miss Our Hero." Other signs and banners had similar cheerful messages – many, no doubt, made by the tiny hands of these Airmen's children. Tears of joy stained the cheeks of some of the loved ones as they jumped up and down waving.

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Joint Base Charleston to celebrate Earth Day

By Keith Thompson, Jr. 628th Civil Engineer Squadron Conservation Program Manager

On April 22, Joint Base Charleston will join the rest of the world in celebrating the 43rd observance of Earth Day. Started in 1970, Earth Day was the idea of U.S. Senator Gaylord Nelson of Wisconsin. Nelson was very cognizant of environmental issues plaguing our country and started an effort in the early 1960's to increase environmental awareness. He also inspired a conservation tour for President John F. Kennedy in 1963, but it was not until 1969, that he developed the idea for what was to become Earth Day. Nelson took notice of the campus activism of the late 1960's and believed that if he could capture that energy and focus it toward grass-roots awareness of urgent environmental issues, he

could make a difference. Hence, Earth Day was born. It is estimated that as many as 20 million Americans took part in the first Earth Day April 22, 1970.

The Air Force has adopted the theme of "Conserve Today, Secure Tomorrow," for this year's Earth Day. In the spirit of this theme, Joint Base Charleston recognizes our responsibility to preserve the environment for future generations and continue to find ways to reduce waste and pollution while still accomplishing our mission.

In the past, Joint Base Charleston has also reached out to the local community to demonstrate our commitment to the environment. For the past 17 years, the base has held an Earth Day celebration on base to instill the importance of environmental stewardship for local school children. Unfortunately, budget constraints will prevent the base from having the event this year.

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COMMENTARY

Lorenz on Leadership: A chance encounter Commentary by Retired Gen. Steve Lorenz U.S. Air Force Academy Endowment President

U.S. AIR FORCE ACADEMY, Colo. – As a leader, you must always be observant of what is going on around you. Literally you need to observe, listen and sense in a 360 degree circle in real time. To truly be effective, you need to have your radar up and running at all times because you never know when you can make a difference.

Recently, I was walking to my car after a meeting with the Air Force Academy Director of Athletics and I chanced upon a cadet walking back to the cadet area. She seemed deep in thought and very preoccupied. I turned and asked her how she was doing. I could tell she was thinking, "who is this stranger and I don't have time to talk to him."

I persisted and once again asked how she was doing.

She said "fine", but I could tell something was wrong. I introduced myself and reminded her that I had talked about leadership with her cadet class about six months before. She seemed to remember and then finally told me about her recent academic and discipline challenges. I listened carefully, paused and related to her some similar challenges I faced 40 years before when I was cadet.

We talked about the struggles of having to study harder to make better grades, and that when you break the rules you must be a leader and accept the consequences of your bad decisions. I asked her what her personal goals were and she said she wanted to graduate from the Academy and be

commissioned an officer in the Air Force.

I remember all those many years ago when I was restricted to my room studying and serving confinements. I would get depressed and start feeling sorry for myself. To keep my motivation up, I would look at a picture of my class ring and remind myself why I was at the Academy. It helped me on my darkest days. This cadet was still a year away from ordering her ring, so I gave her my tie tack which had the Air Force symbol on it. I told her that she must never give up on her goal and that when she was down in the months to come, she should hold that small Air Force symbol in her hand and let it remind her why she was at the Academy. She took it, said thank you and said she had to get back to class. As she walked away, I realized that I never even got her name. I told my wife about this encounter and put this chance meeting out of my mind.

However, much to my surprise, two days later I received an e-mail from the cadet's father. In part it said: "Hello Mr. Lorenz, I have not had the honor of meeting you, but...my daughter, though, has had the opportunity. You see, my daughter was the cadet you came across two days ago outside Clune Arena. Although you may believe it was a chance encounter, she believes it was something quite different. Her exact words to her mother and I was that running into you was "a sign." What you told her and said to her had a huge impact on her, one that she will never forget. You helped her to reaffirm her commitment to the Academy and

why she went there. After a hard day with some difficult conversations and the normal struggles that most cadets face, she was starting to question whether she belonged at the Academy. Suddenly, you appeared, and were kind and compassionate enough to realize she was in need of a sympathetic person who could relate to her. Your conversation impacted her greatly, and she left your encounter more determined and intent on graduating because she received (your message) when she needed it most. Her mother and I live close to 650 miles away. We couldn't be there for her at that moment, but we want to thank you for taking the time to stop and help someone in need. Taking time and having the patience to listen, be understanding, sympathetic, and impacting a stranger's life forever. This is not an exaggeration, but a fact we feel strongly about. There was a reason you were there to help her and, for that, we will always be thankful to you. We just wanted you to know the influence you had on our daughter and that you made a difference in her life that day...

Thank you again!"

Let me emphasize that this story is not about me.

I was just there and asked the cadet how she was doing. It is about observing those around you and making a difference when you least expect it. If you are observant, even chance encounters provide an opportunity to make a difference in someone's life.

So, the next time you are out among people, even if you are just walking down the street, take the time to notice each one as an individual. You may have the chance to make a huge difference.

Diamond Tip: A new look at support!

Commentary by Master Sgt. Tony Crerar 628th Force Support Squadron first sergeant

I used to be the guy that came off the flight line covered in oil, grease and fuel, totally disgruntled with anyone working in an air-conditioned office.

You know them, Military Personnel Section, Services, Medical, Finance, whoever. I’d think to myself, “How hard could it be to work in a place like that?”

I was working in the rain, snow, cold, 100-plus degree temperatures and not being able to eat lunch unless I brought my own food and I was working weekends. Yup! I disliked those Airmen, they were “Nonners” (anyone who doesn’t work on the flight-line.)

This is my first time being on the side of “supporting the mission.” For more than 16 years, I had something to do with the mission; fixing jets, training future maintainers, deploying at a moment’s notice. Now, I’m on the other side; how hard could this be? As the late, great Harry Caray, American baseball broadcaster

Sometimes I think about if all I had would say, “HOLY COW!” to do is work on a jet on the flight line, My eyes have opened well, that might not be so bad at times. wide. The support side of the It doesn’t talk back, raise its voice, write base consists of multiple Interactive Customer Evaluation comsquadron’s; Force Support, ments, and no Inspector General comLogistics, Readiness, Civil plaints. I’m sure some of the customers Engineer, Security Forces … and service members in the 628th Air that’s not a bad line-up for a Base Wing would enjoy working on an support group … and I aircraft from time to time. didn’t even name all of them.

I know there are some job differYou may think all these ences and I’m sure I will hear about squadron’s/groups on the this article from the maintainers I used 628th side just sit in air-conto work with. But now I’ve seen things ditioned offices, pushing from the other side of the fence, and I paperwork, seeing patients Master Sgt. Tony Crerar have a new respect for the support side and working the gate. What of the Air Force. I remember being a you don’t see is all the young Airman and noncommissioned officer and deployments these squadron members go on, hearing leadership tell everyone, “Everybody’s manning shortages, time away from families, job is equally important to the mission.” I doubted stress in the work place and dealing with custhose statements for years. Now I’m seeing the tomers every day. I know it’s tough on the flighttruth in that statement first hand. Thank you all line; been there, done that. I don’t think it is any for what you give to the mission. easier on this side of the fence.

Diamond Tip: Are you doing your best?

Commentary by Master Sgt. John Pryhoda 373rd Training Squadron Detachment chief

Reflect upon this statement for a moment …

“The past is a foreign country; they do things differently there.” - L.P. Hartley, British novelist and short story writer How often have you heard someone say, “This is the way we’ve always done it?”

People often take the same actions in life because they are comfortable doing so; yet this

approach does nothing to help move them forward. We have to realize that life is a series of building blocks and each opportunity is a chance to make a difference in our own lives or someone else’s.

Consider where you were 10 years ago, five years ago, one year ago, or even six months ago; think about what you had to learn or overcome to get where you are today. This reflection probably entails both positive and negative moments; however, understanding how you

dealt with things and the consequences your actions generated from those experiences is the key to growing. Realize that each success is really a door to bring forth the next journey.

Make today a turning point in your life.

Challenge yourself to look for new ways to approach all you do at every moment. Don’t settle for mediocrity, give your best and don’t settle for less.

“The past is a foreign country, you have the power to learn from it and do things differently!”

'Every dollar counts' ushers in new savings culture Commentary by Amaani Lyle Air Force Public Affairs

WASHINGTON – With budgets shrinking, Air Force leaders are calling on Airmen to share their best money-saving ideas through the Every Dollar Counts campaign.

In the wake of sequestration, the initiative marks a cultural shift that empowers Airmen to find and recommend areas for savings that may be used to support readiness needs, said Air Force Vice Chief of Staff Gen. Larry Spencer.

Beginning May 1, Airmen can submit their cost-reducing ideas via the Airmen Powered by Innovation websites while at home, the office or on their smartphone. Links to those sites will be released soon.

Both uniformed and civilian Air Force members can participate in the month-long open call for ideas and share their creative and efficient ways to save money and time.

"When things get tough, Airmen figure out a way to get it done," Spencer said. "We have some of the most innovative folks in the world, so I know there are ideas about how we can do things better."

Spencer's resource management and budgetrelated background amplifies the urgency to mine those ideas.

"We stopped flying one-third of Air Force active duty combat-coded fighter squadrons in April, and we're projected to slow down or stop the flow of aircraft and engines in the depots," Spencer said.

declared. "If it's a good idea and requires an Air Force Instruction change, then we'll see if we can do that."

Spencer wants Airmen to submit their ideas regardless of the idea's potential savings.

"Whether it's $500, $1 million or $30 million, we want to hear it because those dollars add up," he said.

"We're taking every angle we can to manage our money and 'buy' as much mission as we can," he said. "In that sense, every Airman, whether they're at a wing or headquarters can help."

U.S. Army photos / SGT Marcellus Beavers Spencer said the Every Dollar Counts Furthermore, he said, the Air Force must trim campaign does not just focus on our wings but about $11 billion in the last half of fiscal year includes those large centrally managed accounts 2013. Additionally, our overseas contingency as well. operations funding is almost $2 billion short so "The Centralized Asset Management Office at we have to make up that difference as well.

Wright Patterson AFB manages the money we And the challenge is compounded by the spend on flying hours, sustaining space operations sequester timeline, which officially began March 1. and depot operations -- over $16 billion -- so "We have to squeeze a year's worth of cuts into we're taking a close review of that account to about six months," Spencer said of the Air Force determine how we can stretch those dollars. budget. "So there's a lot of money to be taken out "This is an opportunity to not only look at of our budget in a short period of time ... I've homegrown ideas, but broader ideas that affect never seen anything quite like it." the larger Air Force as well."

Airmen at every level should feel less encumThe general expressed optimism in quickly bered by perhaps dated or unnecessary Air Force finding solutions through ideas.

Instructions or guidelines when brainstorming "Innovation is what we're all about," Spencer cost-cutting measures, the general said. said. "This is our family and we're going to get "Airmen Powered by Innovation means go into through this because we've got great Airmen to that file of good ideas that were maybe 'too hard help see us through this." to do,' pull them out and submit them," Spencer

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841st TB receives Abrams Tanks

By Staff Sgt. Rasheen Douglas Joint Base Charleston Public Affairs

For nearly 70 years, U.S. Army battle tanks have rested quietly on German soil – that is, until March 18th, when they embarked for the U.S. The 22 Abrams tanks returned to the U.S. from Germany aboard American roll-on, roll-off vessel Honor of the Arc April 10, 2013, at Joint Base Charleston Weapons Station, S.C. "We're conducting business as usual with performing this operation," said U.S. Army Capt. Joshua Turner, 841st Transportation Battalion operations officer. "It is an honor to be recognizing the closing of a chapter and having the 841st Transportation Battalion as part of it."

The departure of the last Abrams tanks coincides with the deactivation of two of the Army's heavy brigades in Germany.

The 170th Infantry Brigade in Baumholder disbanded in 2012. On March 18, the remaining tanks were loaded at the 21st Theater Sustainment Command's railhead in Kaiserslautern, Germany where they then made the journey to the shipping port in Bremerhaven, Germany.

"After nearly seven decades of being assigned in Europe, it's an honor for the 841st Transportation Battalion to receive and offload the final shipment of Abrams battle tanks at TC Dock Joint Base Charleston and onward moved to their final destination on the west coast," said Sgt. Maj. Marvin Bonner, 841st Transportation Battalion sergeant major. "As the military continues to downsize its forces and restructure, it is definitely the end of an era in Europe Command."

The tanks arrived on the European continent beginning on D-Day in France June 6, 1944. By September of that year, the first tanks from the 5th Armored Division had pushed forward into Germany. After World War II, the majority of the Sherman tanks used were sent back to the United States.

During the Korean War, a new surge of U.S. tanks arrived

U.S. Army photos / SGT Marcellus Beavers

Contractors work to attach a tow bar onto an Abrams tank to pull out of the Honor of Arc, an American roll-on and roll-off vessel April 10, 2013, at the TC Dock at Joint Base Charleston – Weapons Station, S.C. The 841st Transportation Battalion received and offloaded the final shipment of Abrams battle tanks to be moved to the West Coast. It ended the 69-year history of the United States Army having their main battle tanks on German soil.

in Germany to act as a defense force to protect Western Europe from the Soviet threat. Tanks remained in Germany throughout the years to deploy in support of missions in the

Middle East. At its peak, Germany was home to 20 U.S. armored divisions, which amounts to about 6,000 tanks.

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Joint Base Charleston to celebrate Earth Day - continued from Page 1

However, the base still sponsored an essay, poster and mural contest for local fifth graders to continue our outreach efforts.

Awards will be presented to winners from each school, as well as, to overall winners.

Joint Base Charleston has also been recognized as having one of the best Environmental Management Systems in the Air Force. This EMS has been developed on the base's environmental policy which expresses our commitment to maintain compliance, reduce pollution and to continually improve our environmental stewardship. The acronym CARES summarizes the base environmental policy: • Comply with all applicable laws, regulations and executive orders

• Achieve continuous improvement in environmental performance over and above regulatory and legislative requirements • Reduce pollution and work in partnership with all stakeholders to promote pollution prevention • Environmental excellence in all we do and integrate environmental information into all levels of management • Sustain the mission by protecting our natural infrastructure to ensure adequate resource capability for the warfighter through the minimization of encroachment and the protection of human health and the environment A conscious effort has been made to educate all levels of JB Charleston and to make all personnel aware of the above philosophy,

Air Force officials announce civilian Reduction in Force

WASHINGTON – In a continuing effort to meet the Department of Defense funding targets in the FY12 President's Budget and re-balance the civilian workforce, approximately 60 Air Force installations will implement civilian Reduction in Force authorities effective through about Aug. 23, to assist in the placement of employees not assigned against funded positions (termed "surplus employees").

These actions started in FY12 and are not related to the current sequestration actions.

To meet the funding targets in the FY12 President's Budget, the Air Force was required to reduce more than 16,000 civilian positions. The Air Force was able to successfully reduce approximately 15,000 positions minimizing adverse impact to civilian personnel, but now needs to use RIF authorities, which will provide options to help place most of the remaining civilians on unfunded positions.

RIF procedures allow greater flexibilities for employees to be placed at their installations and still retain their grade or pay. In addition, the use of RIF procedures allows for eligible employees who cannot immediately be placed in local vacancies to be registered in the Priority Placement Program (PPP).

"Voluntary efforts to balance the civilian workforce in FY12 have gotten us significantly closer to funded levels, but we still have a way to go in placing the number of surplus employees to funded vacancies, and RIF authorities will enable us to achieve that goal," said Brig. Gen. Gina Grosso, the director of force management policy for the Air Force. "The Air Force recognizes and strives to balance the invaluable contributions of our

PENSACOLA, Fla. – Active duty Navy chief petty officers (E7-E9) can have a positive effect on the next generation of Sailors by participating in the 2013 Advancement Examination Readiness Reviews, announced in Naval Administrative Message 095/13, released April 12.

This latest NAVADMIN details the schedule for panels held during the months of April through September at the Naval Education and Training Professional Development and Technology Center at Saufley Field in Pensacola, Fla. Depending on the number of ratings covered, AERR panels are one to two weeks in length and held throughout the year.

Contributors serve as fleet subject matter experts for their respective ratings to review and validate E4-E7 advancement exams and the associated banks of questions.

Participants will receive temporary additional duty orders from their parent command, paid for by NETPDTC. "We leverage the experience of FSMEs from schoolhouses and learning centers, as well as Chiefs from a variety of platforms and sea commands at each AERR," said Stephanie Cannon, enlisted exam team leader at the Navy Advancement Center. "Each chief selected to participate in an AERR will tell you that what we do is very challenging work, but also will explain how rewarding it is to be a part of the process that helps the Navy advance the most qualified Sailors."

Chief Petty Officer Justin Coryell, leading chief petty officer for the Training Management division at the Naval Meteorology and Oceanography Professional

cent. Through the end of last quarter, the base had reduced usage of petroleum-based fuels in government-owned vehicle by an impressive 42 percent. This shows that if we all pull together as on unified force, we can make a difference.

As Earth Day approaches, take a look around at the bountiful natural resources that have been entrusted to our care and try to incorporate the above ideals into all that you do. Countless opportunities exist both on JB Charleston and in the local area for hiking, biking, nature tours, bird watching, hunting and fishing. Whether the uniform you wear is blue or green, try to think "green" every day in both your professional and home life and strive to make every day "Earth Day."

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As the Air Force continues to shape the work force, starting the RIF procedures will provide installations greater flexibilities to further realign and rebalance the civilian force.

"Usually a reduction in force has negative perception, but the use of RIF procedures will allow many employees to be retained and continue employment with the Air Force," Grosso said. "We want to assure everyone involved with this process that we remain committed to minimizing the impacts during these times of transition."

The processes available use reduction in force procedures to determine employee placement rights into vacancies as well as provide the flexibility to waive qualifications to create more placement options.

RIF implementation is separate from current sequestration actions.

For information about civilian employment, reduction in force and other personnel issues, visit the Air Force Personnel Service website at https://mypers.af.mil.

Advancement exam reviews seek motivated chiefs

By Ensign Jacqui Wengler Naval Education and Training Command Public Affairs

whether they are active duty, Reserve, civilian employees or contractors. Joint Base Charleston has several established goals for reductions in energy usage, water consumption and fuel use. These goals are expected to be reached by the end of fiscal year 2015.

To date, the base has met and in some cases exceeded these goals. For energy usage, the goal was a 30 percent reduction and as of the end of last quarter, JB Charleston had achieved a 38.8 percent reduction in energy usage. For water, our goal was to reduce our consumption by 16 percent and as of the end of last quarter, we had realized a reduction in water usage of 55 percent.

And finally, JB Charleston has a goal of a reducing petroleum based fuel use by 20 per-

Development Center in Gulfport, Miss., recently participated in his third Aerographer's Mate AERR. "After taking many advancement exams during my career, I wanted to help update them to better benefit my Sailors," said Coryell. "I have no doubt that this experience has given me a sense of appreciation for the exams and the amount of work put into them."

Nominations to attend an AERR must be endorsed by the chief petty officer's commanding officer or officer in charge, as well as the command master chief, senior chief or chief of the boat, before submission to NETPDTC. NETPDTC will coordinate with respective rating learning centers and community sponsors to select the best nominees.

Selections of FSMEs for the AERRs are normally made 45 days prior to each panel, and selectees will be notified by NETPDTC via e-mail.

Senior Chief Petty Officer Allan Crabbe and Senior Chief Petty Officer Michael Madine, both staff members at the Center for Naval Aviation Technical Training, have each participated in more than four AERRs. "The opportunity to make an impact on the exams for Sailors' advancement has given me the opportunity of being able to reach out to the fleet," said Crabbe.

"It's hard work with long hours, but the end result is very rewarding," added Madine.

Additional information, including the latest AERR schedule and application details, can be found in NAVADMIN 095-13. Application forms and additional requirements are available on the Navy Advancement Center Web site at: https://wwwa.nko.navy.mil/portal/ careermanagement/navyadvancementcenter.

The AERR point of contact is Peter Pappas at (850) 452-1001, option 3, ext 2203, DSN 922, or e-mail peter.pappas@navy.mil.

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Red Horse finds warm welcome from JB Charleston - continued from Page 1

"The difference that we're making in the world; you see it on the news, but to see it first hand, it's a terrific experience to be there and do it," said Senior Airman Michael Crump as he held his two children in his arms.

"I wouldn't say I want to do it often, but any time our country calls on us, we'll be there."

"This is what we have been waiting on, it's fantastic," said Chief Master Sgt. Gregory Rice of the enthusiastic reception. "We really missed them and we are just ready to go and spend some good time with our family. It's good to be home."

Approximately two months into their deployment, the 560th RHS executed a critical $31 million construction program spanning from the Middle East to Central Asia.

Projects included a tactical operation center, command and control infrastructure, strategic airlift ramp and fuel farm, emergency airfield repairs and several other facilities delivering mission and life-support functions across the U.S. Central Command area of operation.

Swaim said there were more than 20 individual Red Horse construction projects dis-

tributed across eight different sites throughout Southwest Asia, with majority of the projects located in Afghanistan. The “horsemen” moved more than 100,000 tons of dirt, maintained and distributed approximately $20 million worth of materials, and performed many maintenance actions on Air Force Central Command's largest single-unit fleet worth $85.2 million.

"These ‘horsemen’ have done some amazing work," Swaim added. "Much of this could not be possible without the support of the family back home. The wives, husbands, moms and dads that make things possible for these men and women to do what they did."

Red Horse squadrons are capable of rapid response and independent operations in remote, high-threat environments worldwide and provide heavy repair capability and construction support for the Air Force.

Friends and family members of the 560th Red Horse Squadron wait for their loved ones to exit a plane after returning home from deployment to the Southwest Asia region, April 11, 2013, at Joint Base Charleston – Air Base, S.C.

U.S. Air Force photo / Senior Airman Dennis Sloan

Chief Master Sgt. James Donnelly, 560th Red Horse Squadron, kisses his fiancé after returning from the unit’s first six-month deployment to the Southwest Asia region, April 11, 2013, at Joint Base Charleston – Air Base, S.C. The group arrived back home to a cheering crowd of family and friends.

U.S. Air Force photo/ Senior Airman Dennis Sloan

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Senior Airman Michael Blankenship, 560th Red Horse Squadron, embraces his wife Krystal and son Landon after returning from the unit’s first six month deployment April, 11, 2013, at Joint Base Charleston, S.C. The Air Force reservists have been deployed as part of the the 557th Expeditionary Red Horse Squadron since November and were responsible for heavy construction projects at various Middle Eastern locations.

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Educating yourself on education enrollment

By Airman 1st Class Tom Brading Joint Base Charleston Public Affairs

South Carolina High School Diploma The requirements for the South Carolina Department of Education for diploma can be found at: http://ed.sc.gov/ agency/programs-services/124/index.cfm

Moving to a new base brings many challenges, but the one on most parents minds is enrolling their children into a new school system. To ease the stress, educating yourself on school enrollment can make the process as easy as one … two … three.

“Families should bring an unofficial copy of their children’s school records when they register at their new school,” said Christopher Gerry, Joint Base Charleston School Liaison officer. “Parents or guardians will then sign release paperwork allowing their child’s official records to be sent to the new school.”

Having the unofficial transcript on hand when enrolling helps ensure proper placement of the child in the event official records are delayed.

Special Education Parents with special needs children may contact the South Carolina Office of Exceptional Children at 1-866-628-0910 or visit http://ed.sc.gov/agency/ac/ Exceptional-Children. Addition assistance is available through the JB Charleston Exceptional Family Member Program Coordinator and the School Liaison Officer. They can be reached at 963-4406.

Enrollment U.S. Air Force graphic / Senior Airman Dennis Sloan The first step to enrolling your children into school is contacting the school and Children who will be 5-years old on or before Sept. 1 preparing yourself.

Home School must register for kindergarten. Children who will be 4-years old on or before Sept. 1 may be eligible for pre-school, but For information on homeschooling in Carolina, visit the homeschooling strict guidelines apply. Contact the school in your attendance South • Latest report card, if possible zone for requirements, available slots and eligibility to attend. section of the South Carolina State Department of Education For additional information on documentation, contact the webpage, and contact the School Liaison Officer school you plan to attend or the local district office.

Documentation needed for enrollment: Additional options parents might be interested in include • Student’s birth certificate the South Carolina Public Charter School District, private Immunizations • Proof of residence, normally two sources such as a water schools, virtual schools, and adult education.

The requirements on immunizations vary from state to or electric bill, cable bill, mortgage or rental agreement.

Information on charter schools can be found by visiting state. However, the 628th Medical Group clinic is able to • Completed S.C. Immunization Form (DHEC 1148), prohttp://www.sccharter.com/.

If you’re interested in enrolling assist with proper immunizations required for South Carolina. child into a private school, the greater Charleston area vided by a physician (30 days allowed for completion) your Call 963-6714 for the Medical Group at JB Charleston – • Student’s Social Security card provides a great number, and the Tri-County Admissions Air Base, or 794-6000 for the Naval Health Clinic at JB • School records from previous school, if available Council provides more insight for schools in the area. The Charleston – Weapons Station. They will complete DHEC • Special Education records (IEP/504), if applicable Base Education Center can provide more information on Form 1148 (required for enrollment in the South Carolina • Proof of guardianship, if applicable adult education. school system.)

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Airmen at work Joint Base Charleston holds total force exercise

U.S. Air Force photo / Senior Airman George Goslin

Senior Airman Edward Bachelor (right) and Senior Airman Michael Bowker, 437th Aircraft Maintenance Squadron crew chiefs, prepare to perform preflight checks on a C-17 Globemaster III during a training exercise April 10, 2013, at Joint Base Charleston – Air Base, S.C. Thirteen C-17s participated in the exercise which included airdrops, aerial refueling and low-level tactical training.

The exercise is a total-force effort with aircrews consisting of active-duty Airmen from the 437th Airlift Wing and 315th AW and completed more than 600 training requirements in a single day.

U.S. Air Force photo / Senior Airman George Goslin

U.S. Air Force photo / Senior Airman George Goslin

C-17 Globemaster IIIs taxi towards the runway for takeoff during a training exercise April 10, 2013, at Joint Base Charleston – Air Base, S.C.

U.S. Air Force photo / Senior Airman Dennis Sloan

An aircrew member from the 437th Airlift Wing boards a C-17 Globemaster III during a training exercise April 10, 2013, at Joint Base Charleston – Air Base, S.C.

Chief Master Sgt. Jeanette King, 437th Operations Group superintendent, marshals in a k-loader to load cargo during a training exercise April 10, 2013, at Joint Base Charleston – Air Base, S.C.

U.S. Air Force photo / Senior Airman Dennis Sloan

A C-17 Globemaster III performs an aerial drop over the North Auxiliary Airfield during a training exercise April 10, 2013, at Joint Base Charleston – Air Base, S.C.

U.S. Air Force photo / Senior Airman George Goslin

Joint Base Charleston personnel perform a foreign object debris walk after participating aircraft took off during a training exercise April 10, 2013, at Joint Base Charleston – Air Base, S.C. U.S. Air Force photo / Senior Airman Dennis Sloan

A C-17 Globemaster III performs an aerial drop over the North Auxiliary Airfield during a training exercise April 10, 2013, at Joint Base Charleston – Air Base, S.C.

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Dorm 473 wins Dorm Challenge

Senior Airman Matt Knopf, 628th Medical Group health services management technician, competes against Barbara Davis, 628th MDG budget analyst, to do as many push-ups as possible during the Dorm Challenge April 12, 2013, at the Fitness Center at Joint Base Charleston - Air Base, S.C. The quarterly dorm competition is a Wing initiative intended to encourage and incorporate all aspects of Comprehensive Airman Fitness, while encouraging resident interaction and camaraderie. The Dorm Challenge consisted of push-ups, sit-ups, cornhole and dodgeball.

Col. Richard McComb, Joint Base Charleston commander, gathers with Airmen from Dorm 473 during the Dorm Challenge, April 12, 2013, at the Fitness Center at Joint Base Charleston - Air Base, S.C. Dorm 473 won his quarter’s Dorm Challenge.

Airman 1st Class John Snyder, 437th Maintenance Squadron crew chief squeezes out extra sit-ups during the Dorm Challenge April 12, 2013, at the Fitness Center at Joint Base Charleston - Air Base, S.C.

U.S. Air Force photos by Staff Sgt. Rasheen Douglas

Col. Darren Hartford, 437th Airlift Wing commander, speaks to participants of the Dorm Challenge April 12, 2013, at the Fitness Center at Joint Base Charleston - Air Base, S.C.

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3rd MAS officers relive memories at Charleston

More than 50 retired and veteran officers and their spouses tour the C-124 Globemaster II April 11, 2013, at Joint Base Charleston – Air Base, S.C. The 3rd Military Airlift Squadron members were visiting for a reunion at JB Charleston. The group compared the older planes they flew to the new C-17 Globemaster III during a tour of the aircraft. Pilots from the 3rd MAS were stationed at Charleston Air Force Base from 1966 to 1973 and flew the C-141, C-124 and the C-5 Galaxy.

Twenty-eight retired and veteran officers of the 3rd Military Airlift Squadron tour the C-141 Starlifter April 11, 2013, at Joint Base Charleston – Air Base, S.C.

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JB Charleston Sailors participate in 5k, raise awareness of sexual assault

Sailors begin the Sexual Assault Awareness 5k Run April 11, 2013, at Joint Base Charleston – Weapons Station, S.C. It is estimated that more than 2,400 Sailors are victims of sexual assault every year and the run was held to bring awareness to sexual assault.

Navy Lt. j.g. Michael Johnson, Naval Nuclear Power Training Command instructor, crosses the finish line during the Sexual Assault Awareness 5k Run April 11, 2013, at Joint Base Charleston – Weapons Station, S.C. Johnson finished as the top male participant with a time of 18:54.

A Sailor prepares in the opening moments of the Sexual Assault Awareness 5k Run April 11, 2013, at Joint Base Charleston – Weapons Station, S.C.

U.S. Air Force photos by Airman 1st Class Tom Brading

Ensign Jennifer Oblinger, Naval Nuclear Power Training Command instructor, crosses the finish line during the Sexual Assault Awareness 5k Run April 11, 2013, at Joint Base Charleston – Weapons Station, S.C. Oblinger finished as the top female participant with a time of 21:23.

Teal ribbons, one for each Navy victim of sexual assault, were tied around trees at the Naval Nuclear Power Training Command, April 11, 2013, at Joint Base Charleston – Weapons Station, S.C. The ribbons represented each of the more than 2,400 Sailors who experienced rape or forcible sodomy in the last 12 months.

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Spouses learn about 437th AMXS mission, JB Charleston

By Tech Sgt. Vernon Cunningham Joint Base Charleston Public Affairs

Spouses of the 437th Aircraft Maintenance Squadron attended a mission tour sponsored by the unit’s Key Spouse program April 10, 2013, at Joint Base Charleston - Air Base, S.C. The tour was set up to show 437th AMXS family members a small piece of what the Airmen in the squadron do each and every day.

The Key Spouse Program is made up of specially trained volunteers that promote individual, family and unit readiness.

They promote the vital needs of spouses and provide an informal sounding board through an informal network as part of the leadership team in each unit.

The tour started with generic maintenance briefings. Then the spouses were taken to the flightline to watch a large formation launch. After that, the group toured support sections and interacted with some of the equipment AMXS personnel utilize to get the mission accomplished.

“The goal of this tour was to educate our family members on some of the most common things we do here on a daily basis,” said 2nd Lt. Andrea Gehrman, 437 AMXS assistant officer in charge. “Many family members don’t have the opportunity to come on the flightline to watch an aircraft launch or get a tour of maintenance equipment and the support sections. Without exposure to our culture, it can be difficult for family members to really understand what their servicemember does on a daily basis and all that is required of them to make the mission happen.”

Gehrman said although they originally anticipated 15 to 25 adults with 10 children in attendance, they were thrilled to have more than 70 family members come to the event.

“The turnout definitely shows the interest of our family members to learn about our daily responsibilities as well as shows us the level of their support,” said Gehrman.

Jessica Dawson, 437th AMXS key spouse, agreed with the impact of seeing the maintainer and support staff’s impact on the Joint Base Charleston mission.

U.S. Air Force photo / Tech. Sgt. Marc Disbrow

Airmen from the 437th Aircraft Maintenance Squadron brief spouses and children on equipment from a liter station augmentation set during the 437th AMXS Spouses Tour April 10, 2013 at Joint Base Charleston – Air Base, S.C. This equipment is used for Aeromedical Evacuations on the C-17 More than 75 family members participated in the tour, which included informative briefings on AMXS, JB Charleston, C-17 Globemaster III capabilities, and also consisted of various maintenance equipment set-up to include an aircraft tow vehicle, a bread truck (vehicle used to shuttle personnel around the flightline), and a tire chariot.

“AMXS is amazing!” said Dawson. “I didn’t realize how much C-17s are used and their capabilities. It is still hard to encompass all the behind-the-scene steps that are crucial to go into getting the planes off the ground. I am truly proud to be an Air Force wife and a key spouse. Not only can I be there for my husband, but also my fellow spouses. We are all family.”

The AMXS maintainers also gained positive results from the tour.

“I believe that an event such as this truly benefits us all,” said Tech. Sgt. Willie Dawson, 437th AMXS maintainer. “I hope my wife, and other spouses, understand that the sacrifices their loved ones make are justified when they see what it helps to accomplish. Additionally, I would love for them to internalize the concept that they are just as important to the mission as we are.

“Having the home support is vital to any Airman. The mission starts and ends at home, and that is the baseline for your day.

If one walks out the door, knowing they have the support of their significant other and family, that greatly reduces stressors.

This means fewer distractions and provides U.S. Air Force photo / 2nd Lt. Andrea Gehrman Tech. Sgt. Lewis Barkley, 437th AMXS, flight line support section non-commis- a positive outlook which correlates to posisioned officer in charge, briefs spouses on a tire-change kit during a 437th AMXS tive production. When the call comes to Spouse Tour, April 10, 2013 at Joint Base Charleston – Air Base, S.C. deploy for our country, the same applies. If

U.S. Air Force photo / Tech. Sgt. Marc Disbrow

Doary, wife of Tech. Sgt. Marc Disbrow 437th AMXS and Navigation Systems craftsman, places protective gear on her daughter Izzy during the 437th Aircraft Maintenance Squadron Spouses Tour, April 10, 2013 at Joint Base Charleston – Air Base, S.C.

home is happy, stable and thriving then any deployment will be made better. Focus is required in the fight and a positive home support is crucial to maintaining a resilient and sharp United States Airman.”

AMXS Spouses looking to get more involved should contact Mrs. Jessica Dawson at jdawson_437keyspouse@ sc.rr.com, by phone at 843-817-2571 or by joining the 437th AMXS Key Spouse Facebook page.

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April 22 / An "Ace That Interview!" class will be held from 9 a.m. to noon. Participants will learn interviewing techniques by practicing with expert coaching.

April 23 / A class on "The Art of Blending Two Families" will be held from 6 to 8 p.m. Participants will learn to understand blended family issues, common complaints from adults and kids, stages of adjustment, characteristics of a successfully blended family, household rules and discipline, establishing new traditions, and things to do and not to do. Couples only.

April 24 / A "Creating your High School Resume" workshop will be held from 9 to 10:30 a.m.

Participants will learn how to build your resume from classes, activities, and skills. / A "Smooth Move" workshop will be held from 9:30 to 11:30 a.m. Learn from experts how to prepare and PCS smoothly. / A "What's Your Score? Credit Know-How" class will be held from 3 to 4 p.m. Whether you want to build, maintain or fix your credit score,

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All classes or events will be held at the Airman and Family Readiness Center unless otherwise specified. For more information, call 963-4406.

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April 25 / An "Unleash the Power of a Budget!" class will be held from 12 to1 p.m. Learn to create a budget and see how it can help you reach your financial goals! / Mandatory TAP pre-separation briefings will be provided for separatees from 8 to11 a.m. and for retirees from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Per Public Law 107103, in the case of anticipated retirement, retiring service members can receive pre-separation counseling up to 24 months prior to DOS. And a separating service member can receive pre-separation counseling up to 12 months prior to DOS. This is the first step in the process to making you "career ready" to leave the service; and this briefing/counseling is required prior to attending the TAP GPS Workshop. / An "Exceptional Family Member Program Support Group" meeting will be held from 6 to 8 p.m. EFMP enrolled members are invited to join us.

April 26 / Key Spouse Orientation Training for new Key Spouses will be held from 8:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.

/ A Workshop for Department of Veteran Affairs Disability Claims will be held from 8 a.m. to noon. The VA representative will cover VA claims and filing process. VA One-on-One Disability Claims Assistance will be provided from 12:30 p.m. to 2:30 p.m. Members (who do not have a copy of their medical records) must sign an authorization letter (authorizing the VA representative to obtain your medical records) at the Joint Base Charleston - Air Base Clinic's Family Practice section. This letter must be signed no later than Monday of the week's Friday VA One-on-One Assistance that you plan to attend.

April 30 In accordance with Sexual Assault Prevention Month, a "Take Back the Night" candle lit vigil, walk will be held at 7:30 p.m. Participants will meet at the base flagpole to kick off the event.

Everyone is invited, if you have any questions, please contact Lori Baughman at 963-2744 or email lorita.baughman@us.af.mil.

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April 23 / A Navigating Operational Stress class is scheduled for 10 to 11:30 a.m. Attendees will learn techniques to slow down, take a deep breathe, prioritize and relax.

April 24 / A Basic Resume Writing and Cover Letter class is scheduled for 10 to 11:30 a.m. Participants will receive different types of resume formats/samples and a resume draft worksheet.

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April 26 / An Interviewing for Success class is scheduled for 9 a.m. till noon. Learn positive interviewing techniques and how to respond to difficult questions.

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/ Free on-line tutoring service: Tutor.com for Military Families is the Defense Department's official, online, on-demand tutoring and homework help service for military members and their families. The site, http://www.tutor.com/military offers round-the-clock professional tutors who can assist with homework, studying, test preparation, proof-reading and more. Tutor.com's network includes more than 2,500 professional tutors who have delivered more than six million, one-on-one tutoring sessions since 2001. Each tutor is certified through the site, and all sessions are recorded for quality control. The program can also be accessed through a free app for the iPod Touch, iPhone or iPad. / Join the Redbank Plantation Golf Association: The Redbank Plantation Golf Association invites you to become a member at a cost of only $20 per year. Benefits of the Golf Association membership include: USGA Handicap, participation in monthly tournaments, participation in Association Club Championship and participation in the Association Blitz.

Membership is open to all military and civilian golf patrons. For more information, contact Tournament Chairman Tina Bohannon at tinab@sc.rr.com or call the Pro Shop at 764-7802. / 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.

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Webster University has been educating professionals in the Charleston area with accredited degree programs for over 35 years. Evening classes are taught by academically qualified faculty who are practitioners in their field. The classes are the right size for learning and the perfect place for networking. Advisors will be available to talk with you about applying, enrolling and transferring credit from other colleges or from your military training. Bring your unofficial transcript, apply at the open house and your application fee will be waived.

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No GRE/GMAT • Classes one night a week Webster University, founded in 1915 with its home campus based in St. Louis, Missouri, USA, is the only Tier 1, private, nonprofit university with campus locations around the world.

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MARKETPLACE MISC NOTICES

Mount Pleasant - Longpoint Subdivision. Indoor “Garage Sale.” Sofas, coffee/end tables, desk, bookcases, TV, books, misc. 8am-noon. NO EARLY BIRDS. 1977 Twickenham Place, Mount Pleasant - Longpoint subdivision.

Come Join the Fun at CafeMoms.com.... info, playdates & meet other Moms on the base! group "Moms on the NWS in Charleston SC"

YARD SALE. May 4. 1000 - 1400. Ibis Glade.

Tanner Plantation. 7307 Coopers Hawk Dr. Hanahan. Abundance of gently used items for sale.

Military Mommies Group for JB Charleston. Visit our website for playdates and more http://www.meetup.com/military-moms/

HOMES/APTS FOR RENT

MOPS (Mothers of Preschoolers) For Moms with kids birth through kindergarten.

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

IMMACULATE Home for rent-Marsh Hall 3BR/2BA,FR,DR,fire place,patio,2 Car Gar,3mi to base,1630sf, Dor II Schools,Irr sys.$1395.296-9201

The Scottish American Military Society meets the second Saturday at 0900 Hrs at the VFW on Bell Wright RD Summerville if you are of Scottish heritage and are prior Military, active duty Reserve, retires and Coast guard are invited , For More info go to S-A-M-S.org

Whitehall-BEAUTIFUL Rental Home, 4BR/3BA, Fam rm,Din rm,Liv rm,4mi to base,2500sf,2 car gar,Dor II Sch,pool,Priv fence.$1790/mo.296-9201 Goose Creek - 123 Cannon Ave. (29445) 4 bedroom 2 bath house 2200+ sq ft with 2 car garage& fenced yard.(843)824-8678

GARAGE SALES

Summerville-Sangaree 3bedroom 2bath home Stove/fridge/Dish washer-1 car garage walk to schools close to shopping-theatres mil discounts 900MO+DEP843 442-5767

Hurry don't miss out on one of the exciting events of the year! Our Famous Garage Sale! This weekend Sat/Sun 100 Hunters Wood Drive: 9am/843-4528903

TO PLACE A CLASSIFIED AD

KITCHEN CABINETS Beautiful. Never Installed.

Cost $4800, Sell $1650. Call 843-856-4680.

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

HOMES FOR SALE

Free Military Homeowner Guide Sue Davis, REALTOR®, Veteran & Mil. Spouse Keller Williams Realty – 843.810.0100 Search entire MLS at www.suedavishomes.com

1750sqft home in Goose Creek, 3bdrm, 2full baths, enclosed garage used as 4th bdrm, updated kitchen, on cul-de-sac, quiet nbrhood. Call Jimmy 843-412-0416.$174k

AUTOMOTIVE

2006 Dodge Stratus Loaded Mint Condition, White, Garaged, light grey interior 41K miles $6,000 Linda 797-041

MISC ITEMS FOR SALE

Washer dryer sets $250/$350, stacker wash/dryer $400; kitchen dining sets $50/$200; dressers/chest drawers $50/$250. Call 452-2229

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www.charlestonmilitary.com • 843-412-5861 fax 843-628-3454 Diggle Publishing, PO Box 2016, Mt. Pleasant SC 29465

Queen Pillowtop Mattress Set w/ warranty. $150! King for $225. Can Deliver $150 843-696-5712

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

$395 Sofa & Love Seat, New in Plastic. Delivery Available, must Sell! 843-696-5712 5 Pc Dinette $148, New in Box. Coffee & End Tables $99, All New! Can Deliver if needed, 843-696-5212

Diggle Publishing accepts free three-line personal* classified ads from active duty, reserve and retired military personnel and their dependents. Each line is roughly approximately 45-55 letters and spaces. The amount depends upon the number of capitals, punctuation, etc. Three lines is roughly 150-160 total letters and spaces.

One ad per military family per issue. Military may re-submit ad each week. Only personal ads qualify to run for free (ie: garage sales, home rentals, pets, autos, furniture, etc.) Business-related ads (even if a home business) do not qualify to run for free and must be paid. (See information below.*) We DO NOT accept “work at home” or “multi-level-marketing” ads. Ads which do not adhere to submission guidelines may be rejected without notice.

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CharlestonMilitary.com

The Best Way To Submit A Free Classified Ad Is With Our Online Form At www.CharlestonMilitary.com We do not take ads by phone.

Please do not call us to confirm receipt of your free ad.

* Ads from non-military or business-related ads (even home businesses) cost $4 per line (45-55 letters and spaces per line). Additional lines (over the 3 free) for personal ads may be purchased for $4 per line as well. To pay for an ad or additional lines, please submit your credit card number and expiration date - as well as the name of the cardholder - with your ad via fax, email, or by phone.

LG-Window Air Cond- Brand New still under Warranty 12,000 BTU: Cost $590.00, Sell $300.00 CASH ONLY. LADSON, S.C. (CALL BETTY AT 843- 425-3077) ANYTIME

Deadline to submit an ad is 9 a.m. Wednesday morning. Ads printed on a first come-first serve, space available basis.

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