Joint Base Charleston, S.C.
Patriot Vol. 9, No. 9
Joint Base Charleston: ‘Launch Point For The Nation's Resolve’
May 4, 2018
JB CHS Air Expo draws 80,000 attendees The AeroShell T-6 Texan Formation Flight performs during the Air and Space Expo at Joint Base Charleston, S.C., April 28, 2018. The Expo offered more than 50 demonstrations and displays ranging from Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics activities to World War II static display aircraft and aerial demonstration performances highlighting the F-16 Fighting Falcon, C-17 Globemaster III, F-86 Sabre and more. The AeroShell Acrobatics Team headlined the event, wrapping up the full-day show.
By Airman 1st Class Helena B. Owens Joint Base Charleston Public Affairs
JOINT BASE CHARLESTON, S.C. – More than 80,000 people attended the 2018 Joint Base Charleston Air and Space Expo April 28. This was the first time Joint Base Charleston has held an air show since 2011. The expo offered more than 50 demonstrations and displays ranging from Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics activities to World War II static display aircraft and aerial demonstration performances highlighting the F-16 Fighting
Falcon, C-17 Globemaster III, F-86 Sabre and more. “The community is always supportive of what we do, so we owe it to them to show what role Joint Base Charleston plays in supporting strategic military objectives.” said Lt. Col. Francisco Flores, 2018 Joint Base Charleston Air and Space Expo director. Some of the performance groups included Prowlers of the Pacific, Bill Stein, Gary Ward and more. The AeroShell Aerobatics Team headlined the event, wrapping up the full-day show. “We perform at air shows flying World War II aircraft to keep the history alive,” said Bryan Reagan, AeroShell Aerobatic Team pilot. “The best
U.S. Air Force photo / Senior Airman Christian Sullivan
part is having the opportunity to showcase the skills we have worked so hard to obtain.” The U.S. Army Special Operations Command Black Daggers Parachute Demonstration Detachment kicked off the event by jumping out of a Joint Base Charleston C-17. The team jumped at 8,000 feet, going 120 mph. “We are here to interact with and perform for the crowd,” said Sgt. 1st Class Sean O’Toole, U.S. Army Special Operations Command Black Daggers parachute jump-man. “It’s an absolute honor to interact with the local community, See Air & Space Expo, Page 6
INSIDE
UEI CAPSTONE Base inspection slated for mid-May See page 3
Space and STEM showcased at JBC Air and Space Expo
By Airman 1st Class Allison Payne Joint Base Charleston Public Affairs
JOINT BASE CHARLESTON, S.C. – Since the 1957 launch of the Russian satellite Sputnik, the first in space, Americans have been challenged to step up and become leaders in science, technology, engineering and math – collectively known as STEM. Over the years, there has been a trend in the push for STEM education to younger generations. Recognizing this, Air Mobility Command prioritizes the creation of partnerships with local and public schools to provide insight into the Air Force while enhancing educational experiences. In conjunction with several partners, Team Charleston showcased both STEM and space through various booths and interactive exhibits at the 2018 Air and Space Expo. Some of the booths included robotics demonstrations, as well as exhibits on electricity, moon rock samples and more. “As military members, we practice STEM every single day and most people don’t know that,” said Master Sgt. Kelly Anderson, 628th Communications Squadron superintendent of plans, programs and resources. “The goal was to educate people about STEM and hopefully spark an interest in some of the careers it has to offer. Most people don’t start their freshman year of high school knowing what they want to pursue. They U.S. Air Force photos / Airman 1st Class Joshua Maund usually reach that point after going through many twists and turns to build A young child chases down a paper airplane during a paper plane throwing competithat experience moving forward, so hopefully we were able to be one of tion at the Joint Base Charleston Air and Space Expo at JB Charleston, S.C. April 28, those twists and turns that helps them decide what they want to do, especial- 2018. The 2018 Air and Space Expo offered more than 50 demonstrations and displays ly if it’s STEM related.” ranging from Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics activities to World STEM education integrates concepts usually taught as separate subjects in War II static display aircraft and aerial demonstration performances highlighting the different classes and emphasizes the application of knowledge to real-life sit- F-16 Fighting Falcon, C-17 Globemaster III, F-86 Sabre and more. uations. A lesson in a STEM class is typically based around finding a solukids because they get to see what we accomplish through STEM and hopefully tion to a real world problem and tends to emphasize project-based learning. “Space is the next frontier for exploration,” said Cassandra Runyon, associate it excites them to consider working in one of our career fields.” More than 2,000 students from professor at College of Charleston. “Similar to 23 different schools attended and Christopher Columbus sailing to America, participated in the activities. we’re going out to space and learning more “I think this was an awesome about the environment and weather systems opportunity to not only engage the every day. We’re working with the military, students with the military but also using STEM routinely to understand the planets with STEM and space as a whole,” and other worlds through a crossover of techsaid Megan Wickline, Marrington nologies between NASA and the military.” Middle School of the Arts teacher. Another variation of STEM is STEAM, “The kids understand the concept of which includes an added ‘a’ for art. Artistic space and what STEM is but they design is becoming an important part of STEM don’t understand all the intricate education because creativity is an essential part details that go into actually putting of innovation. something into the air. Each of the “Without STEM we wouldn’t be able to students visiting expressed an interexplore space,” said Runyon. “We need each aspect of STEM, as well as the materials it pro- A young girl peddles a bike to power lights during an electrical demon- est in STEM-related careers stration at the Joint Base Charleston Air and Space Expo, JB Charleston, through their career surveys, so I vides, to create lighter aircraft, better drones, S.C. April 28, 2018. The 2018 Air and Space Expo offered more than 50 smaller instruments and more. Space is really demonstrations and displays ranging from Science,Technology, think the hands-on experience was a exciting and inspiring to me because it is Engineering and Mathematics activities to World War II static display air- great way to show them what they unknown and brings up so many questions. I craft and aerialdemonstration performances highlighting the F-16 could potentially be doing ten years down the road.” think events like this are really beneficial for Fighting Falcon, C-17 Globemaster III, F-86 Sabre and more
MEDICAL EXPO
Exercise tests medical response skills See page 10
SURVIVOR
Cancer survivor becomes Airman for day See page 11
Next Issue of the Patriot: May 18, 2018
Weekend Weather Update for Joint Base Charleston, SC Friday, May 4 Mostly Sunny (10% precip)
High 81º / Low 62º
Saturday, May 5 Partly Cloudy
(10% precip)
High 80º / Low 66º
Sunday, May 6
AM Thunderstorms (50% precip)
High 83 / Low 65º
Extended Forecast Mon. - May 7 81°/ 63° - AM Clouds / PM Sun (20%) Tue. - May 8 77°/ 63° - Partly Cloudy (20%) Wed. - May 9 79°/ 63° - Partly Cloudy (10%) Thur. - May 10 80°/ 66° - Mostly Sunny (10%) Fri. - April 11 81°/ 66° - Partly Cloudy (10%)
See Joint Base Charleston at www.Facebook/TeamCharleston - Follow Discussions, Connect With Your Base! CYAN-AOOO MAGENTA-OAOO YELLOW-OOAO BLACK 01/29/08
2
The Patriot • May 3 - 17, 2018
Joint Base Charleston Air Base & Weapons Station About The Patriot
The Patriot, the official biweekly paper of Joint Base Charleston is published the first and third Friday of every month by Diggle Publishing Company, (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 nonmerit factor of the purchaser, user or patron. The Publisher and Public Affairs office reserve the right to refuse any advertisement deemed against DOD regulations or which may reflect poorly on the bases or personnel.
Deadlines
The deadline for submitting stories for space-available publication is prior to noon of the Friday preceding the desired publication date. The Patriot staff reserves the right to edit all copy submitted for publication.
Editorial Staff
Col. Jeffrey Nelson
Joint Base Charleston commander
Capt. Leah Brading
Public Affairs Officer
Chuck Diggle Patriot Editor
JB CHS COMMENTARY
Communication: An essential element of success Commentary by Col. Stephen Lanier 315th Operations Group commander
flight line operations to admin duties and everything in between. We encounter challenges every day. Simple challenges can typically be dealt with easily by a single person. But we often face complex problems, both at work and in our JOINT BASE CHARLESTON, S.C. – I consider myself personal lives. Successfully navigating these complex issues an optimistic realist, or a realistic optimist, depending on the requires coordinated effort. And coordinated effort day of the week. By that I mean that given any set of circumrequires – good communication. A simple example may help stances, a great attitude, focus and hard work can produce a illustrate the importance of communication. successful outcome. When the task at hand requires teamThe weather in Charleston the first week of January prework (like most situations do), “good communication” is an sented unique challenges. Consider an Airman that reported essential skill required to produce organizational success. to work the first day after the snow storm and encountered Good communication – sounds simple, but it is actually a ice on the sidewalk outside of her building. Given the right complex endeavor. Broken down into its most basic form, resources, she could remove the ice from the sidewalk. the communication process involves a sender, the message, phone call or text could help her alert her coworkers to the the medium by which the message is transmitted, and a Col. Stephen Lanier receiver. The medium could be written, spoken, 315th Operations Group commander hazard. An additional call to Command Post could help raise awareness of members of the entire Wing to potential icing emailed/messaged, body language, facial expression, tone of voice, or just about any combination of these. The communication process hazards around the base. This is a simple example, but it helps illustrate the should also include a feedback loop by which the receiver acknowledges impact of good communications. So, how effective is your organization at communication? Are supervisors receipt and understanding of the message. Sounds simple enough, right? The problem lies in both the words/expressions used and the assumptions we and leaders aware of the daily challenges that effect airmen? Think about the make as senders and receivers of information. Additionally, we are inundated communication process we discussed earlier. Is information being transmitwith information from various sources as we go about our daily routines. So, ted to the appropriate person/place? Is the message being received and understood? Is the message being relayed to ensure that it reaches the approwhat does communication have to do with organizational success? As team members we rely on communication. Our organizations are com- priate audience? And finally, how can you help the members of your organplex, with anywhere from a handful to hundreds or even thousands of team ization become great communicators? It is an essential skill required for permembers carrying out the mission daily. Activities span a wide range, from sonal and organizational success.
AFCEA International recognizes Maj. Joshua Aultman as award winner From Joint Base Charleston Public Affairs
Force’s Standardized Desktop Configuration. He also worked at the White House providing direct assistance to JOINT BASE CHARLESTON, S.C. – U.S. Air Force Senior White House Staff, Secret Service and the President of Maj. Joshua Aultman, 628th Communications Squadron the United States. While deployed to the Middle East, he commander, has been selected as one of Armed Forces energized a new aerial radio-relay system, freeing up aircraft Communications & Electronics Association International’s for use in other areas of responsibility. He also provided 40 Under 40 Award winners for 2018. assistance to the Iraqi Civil Aviation Authority’s strategic As the commander, Aultman leads a squadron that concommunications plan, reducing over $4 million off original sists of 100 Airmen, Sailors, Department of Defense civil plans by fusing plans with other Iraqi government initiatives. servants and contractors operating $54 million in communiSince his arrival at JB Charleston in July of 2016, he has cations and cyberspace systems supporting air, sea and worked with local industry partners to drive new training ground transportation missions performed by over 60 organcourses in coding, technology, cybersecurity and systems izations across Joint Base Charleston. development while overseeing delivery and implementation Awardees have made a significant contribution to supportof new emergency mass notification systems components, Maj. Joshua Aultman ing their organization or client through the use of information radio devices, computers, network storage platforms, Voice 628th Communications Squadron commander technology or providing innovation and thought leadership in over Internet Protocol phones, software upgrades and over $1 a technical science, technology, engineering or mathematics million in communications infrastructure projects for mission field. They were selected based on technical accomplishments in their careers partner utilization across the installation. and were chosen by an executive board based on merit in competition with Aultman has been a participating member of AFCEA since 2004. Through nominees from across the globe. the organization, he has built working relationships with industry and military Over the course of his career, Aultman has assisted with many enterprise- partners through the chapters in Hawaii, Georgia and Washington D.C., and level changes with the goal of mission assurance and cybersecurity. Early in continues to foster relationships through events organized by the local his career, he assisted with Air Force-wide code change for the officer pro- Lowcountry Chapter of AFCEA. motion process, aided the implementation of Air Force’s Common Access Additional information about AFCEA’s 40 Under 40 Award and a list of Card-enabled Outlook Web Access and helped to resolve issues with the Air winners is available online at www.charleston.afceachapter.org.
Editorial Content
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: 628ABWPatriot@us.af.mil All news releases should be sent to this address.
Publisher / Advertising
Display advertisements are solicited by the publisher and inquiries regarding advertisements should be sent to: Diggle Publishing Company Tel: (843) 412-5861 Email: Patriot@CharlestonMilitary.com Visit www.CharlestonMilitary.com or visit us on Facebook at www.facebook.com/ charlestonmilitary
Classified ads are free (with the exception of business-related ads) for active-duty military members and their spouses, retirees and reservists. See the Classified page for details and rules. Free classified ads may be placed - and current issue may be viewed online - by visiting www.CharlestonMilitary.com
Important Base Numbers:
Commander’s Action Line 963-5581
JB Charleston EOD, Citadel partner for STEM opportunity by Airman 1st Class Joshua Maund Joint Base Charleston Public Affairs
Mentorship Workshop:
Wednesday Aug 1 – 10, 20188
DEFY Mentorship Workshop will be held at the Naval Station Balfour Beatty al Weapons W B Community Center Bldg. 787. Lunch and snacks are included! Educational Trips may include zip lining, swimming, bowling and more! Space is limited to 30 children, so sign up today!
Leadership Workshop: Held monthly from September 2018 through May 2019 Registration Deadline: Monday Apr 27, 2018 (*Applications will be available at Naval Consolidated Brig) *Mentors must be over the age of 18 and complete a volunteer application, background check and attend mandatory training. Volunteers must also submit a special request chit through their chain of command.*
What is DEFY? DEFY is a year- long Mentorship and Leadership Program that is sponsored by the Secretary of the Navy’s Drug Reduction Task Force. DEFY is a FREE prevention program for military youth ages nine to twelve, to empower them, build positive healthy lifestyles and deter “at risk” behaviors by giving youths the tools they need to resist drugs, gangs and alcohol. The Mentorship and Leadership Workshops include: goal setting, team building, conflict resolution, and decision making. DEFY kicks off with a summer eight-day leadership workshop, and then meets once a month for the mentoring workshops during the school year involving scheduled activities, interactive civic volunteering, and recreational opportunities. For more information, Contact Naval Consolidated Brig DEFY Team at CHRL_NCB_SCCA_DEFY@navy.mil , call 843-794-0147 (0800-1530) 1530) orr check us out on the web: web e : https:/ https://www.charlestondefy.org/ rlestondefy.orgg/
Sponsored by SCCA ACA Brig Chapter
Fraud, Waste and Abuse Hotline 963-5550
Inspector General’s Office 963-3553 / 963-3552
Military: Want To Place A Free Ad? Email ad to “Patriot(at)CharlestonMilitary.com”
FOR SALE
Cemetary plot at Carolina Memorial Gardens, double plot in Valor section (veterans) paid $7,300. Selling for $3,500. Please call 843-607-3842.
To See More Photos & News, Visit www.jbcharleston.jb.mil
For Rent: Nice 3BR at Indigo Palms Near base & District 2 Schools. Cathedral Ceilings, Fireplace, Porch, Pool. Text or call 860 639 1270
Explosive ordnance disposal Airmen from the 628th Civil Engineer Squadron provided a hands-on mission briefing to cadets at the Citadel, the Military College of South Carolina, April 3, 2018. The goal was to educate cadets working toward engineering degrees about a possible career opportunity after graduation in the EOD career field and how science, technology, engineering and mathematics play a role in the EOD mission. “It was a great opportunity to have these EOD Airmen come and provide a demonstration,” said retired Col. Ronald W. Welch, Citadel dean of engineering. “It shows how different realms of engineering, such as electrical, mechanical and civil come together into one job.” The EOD Airmen brought various examples of diffused ordnance, a bomb suit, a Micro Tactical Ground Robot and other equipment they used to demonstrate different elements of their job. The Airmen also discussed other mission sets within the career field and related them to the different genres of engineering. “My hope is the cadets discovered a potential career field they might have a passion for,” said Welch. Cadets had the opportunity to try on the bomb suit and received a demonstration of the Micro Tactical Ground Robot, a compact robot designed for explosive ordnance reconnaissance. “It was a great opportunity to see one of the jobs within the civil engineer career field,” said Cadet Kelbey Oakes. “Definitely something I would be interested in pursuing at some point in my career.” For the EOD Airmen, the demonstrations highlighted their occupation and was a chance to convey their role, at home and abroad, to the future of the force. “It was fulfilling to share what we do with the cadets,” said Staff Sgt. Taylor Quinn, 628th CES EOD technician.” It is always a pleasure to outline the mission of EOD outside of detonating ordnances.” The relationship between JB Charleston and the Citadel, as well as other educational institutions, provides insight into the Air Force and enhances educational experiences. Demonstrations and community relations efforts such as this one serve as recruitment opportunities and allows JB Charleston to play a supplementary role in the education of the surrounding community. “It was a rewarding experience sharing my knowledge and perspective as an EOD tech,” said Quinn. “I look forward to future opportunities to get out into the community and teach them what we do.”
MISC NOTICES
Veterans, Families & Friends, PTSD Support Group. Free anonymous, self- help for the above. NOT THERAPY. 1400 Trolley Rd Summerville. POC 843.637.6463. Come Join the Fun at CafeMoms.com ... info, playdates & meet other Moms on the base! Group "Moms on the NWS in Charleston SC"
PLACE YOUR FREE AD BY EMAILING IT TO Patriot@CharlestonMilitary.com
TEXTING AND DRIVING MAKES GOOD PEOPLE LOOK BAD. STOPTEXTSSTOPWRECKS.ORG
DUI CONDITION:
YELLOW 46 Saves for 2018
963 -
AADD
# of Days Since Last JB Charleston DUI - 53 (Last: Mar. 12 - 628 SFS)
Total # of DUIs for JB Charleston 2018 - 4
Airmen Against Drunk Driving: Wingmen Saving Lives Joint Base Charleston’s Airmen Against Drunk Driving offers free, confidential rides home. To volunteer, email AADD.charleston@charleston.af.mil The JB Charleston DUI Battle Plan: https://eim.amc.af.mil/org/628ABW/JBCharlestonDUIBattlePlan/default.aspx
The Patriot • May 3 - 17, 2018
JB CHS NEWS
3
UEI Capstone – All in a day’s work
By Chuck Diggle Joint Base Charleston Public Affairs Editor
JOINT BASE CHARLESTON, S.C. – A team of 170 combined HHQ inspectors will visit Joint Base Charleston for 10 days in mid-May to evaluate the performance of the 628th Air Base Wing, the 437th Airlift Wing and the 315th Airlift Wing. As part of this Unit Effectiveness Inspection Capstone event, they will focus on the four Major Graded Areas: 1) Managing Resources, 2) Leading People, 3) Improving the Unit and 4) Executing the Mission. So what special efforts should Airmen make to prepare for this critically important inspection? “None,” said Lt. Col. Michael Campbell, 628th ABW Inspector General. “This is part an ongoing process and it should be ‘business as usual.’ That’s the benefit of a two-year UEI – to be an ongoing process of improving wing effectiveness, not just a ramped-up preparation for a single visit which won’t show our true day-to-day operations. Simply keep doing your job. We’re ready.” Under this relatively new inspection process, begun in 2013, the U.S. Air Force stepped away from the “snapshot” view of unit effectiveness that comes with a single inspection and instead focused on an ongoing process that would be more of a “photo album” view of how well a wing performs. This newer Air Force Inspection System is meant to - as it says in AFI 90-201 - foster a culture of critical self-assessment, continuous improvement and to reduce the reliance on external inspection agencies. Under this system – through a mixture of exercises, self-assessments and internal inspections – wing members are responsible for assessing their own deficiencies in their units, reporting them to the IG and then creating a plan to correct those deficiencies. This 24 to 30 month process concludes with this capstone inspection event, where installations are graded on a fourtier scale: highly effective, effective, marginally effective and ineffective. The last capstone visit was in April of 2016, after which the current UEI cycle then began. This cycle will end with a visit of 120 inspectors who will be on base from May 12 – 21, 2018, visiting the Active Duty units of the 628th ABW and the 437th AW. Likewise, 50 inspectors will be on hand from May 17 – 22, 2018, visiting the Reserve units of the 315th AW. “If approached by a member of the IG team, be courteous, honest and enthusiastic,” said Clay Coleman, 628th ABW Director of Inspections. “That’s all that should be required; this inspection really began immediately after the April 2016 Capstone ended.”
The intention of the UEI is to make sure that compliance is an 'every day' mindset. It’s not just a wing commander’s program, it’s also a unit commander’s program and one where every single Airman plays a part. Everyone participates and everyone is responsible. Each Wing Commander Inspection Program and unit Self Assessment Program focuses on internal inspections to identify strengths and deficiencies long before a formal inspection. Through Wing Inspection Team members, subject matter experts from each unit work with inspection staff to monitor compliance. Base-wide inspections such as those to be conducted starting May 12 evaluate the efficiency, readiness, discipline and resource management of units to ensure the focus is on mission readiness, as well as building a culture of disciplined compliance in how work is performed. “We’re always trying to better ourselves through an ongoing process of self-awareness and improvement,” said Lt Col Tamara Scholl, 315th AW Director of Inspections. “It’s a way to show leadership where improvement is needed and to help Airmen understand their roles in our overall mission. By doing this continuously, we make ourselves always ready, regardless of when the capstone inspection takes place.” The 170 inspectors will speak with Airmen from various units across the base, asking them about their training plans, their file plans, their checklists and their ability to accomplish their given mission. Documents may be reviewed, reports may be validated and equipment may be inventoried. “The only real difference in this capstone inspection over the one is 2016 is that it will be the first where the active duty wings have two separate Inspector General offices,” said Senior Master Sgt. Michael Ferneding, 437th AW IG Superintendent. “Other than that, this is something we’ve continuously, closely monitored for the last two years. We are definitely ready for this inspection.” Reaffirming the ongoing nature of the UEI and how no preparation should be required, Coleman added, “If you’re mission-ready, you’re inspection-ready.”
Reduce the stress from a PCS From Joint Base Charleston, S.C. Personal Property Office and Joint Personal Property Shipping Office Northeast (Det 2)
JOINT BASE CHARLESTON, S.C. – With the busy moving season fast approaching, officials from the Joint Personal Property Shipping Northeast offers several tips to make the process easier for military families facing a permanent change of station. The goal of JPPSO is to provide military families with the necessary information to assist them during this exciting and stressful time. In order to accomplish this, JPPSO officials ask for service member’s assistance. Most everyone wants to move during the summer, especially at the end of a month or week; unfortunately there is only so much Transportation Service Provider (TSP) capacity available and once it’s booked up, service members need to have an alternate plan. To help mitigate stressors, we offer these steps to assist in achieving the desired dates: • When possible try to schedule move dates on a Tuesday, Wednesday or Thursday. Avoid Monday and Friday. • Avoid the last week of any month as tensions, delays and cancelations increase due to the sheer volume of moves. • Provide JPPSO counselors legible orders and documents.
DESIGN. CREATE. LEAD.
• Start working on securing move dates immediately after actual PCS orders are in hand. Any delay will limit JPPSO’s ability to accommodate service members’ preferred dates. • Provide JPPSO counselors alternate move out dates that are at least two weeks out from the original date. • Be aware that due to overall TSP capacity issues we may need to utilize origin storage in order to get your property picked up. If so, this could delay or add time to your delivery at destination. • If pressed for time, seek alternate modes or sources of transportation during such as a Personally Procured Move (formerly known as a Do-It-Yourself Move) as an option. Contact your local counseling office for PPM cost/incentive estimates. • Avoid making major decisions or commitments until move dates are confirmed with the Transportation Service Provider or carrier. JPPSO will utilize all resources available in an effort to accommodate service members during a PCS move, but adds that a service member’s flexibility and involvement is critical throughout the stressful moving process. For further information, contact the Traffic Management Office at (843-963-2253) or JPPSO Northeast’s Customer Service Department at 781-377-3700/DSN: 845-3700.
Patriots Point Naval & Maritime Museum, Brad & Jennifer Moranz and Andrew Carroll present
A MUSICAL EVENT TO HONOR OUR HEROES
4 Master’s 3 Bachelor’s 13 Certificates Evening programs apply today at CITADEL.EDU/ENGINEERING
Tickets Online PatriotsPoint.org/musical
May 22
SELL O EXPECT UT ED!
7PM
on board the USS YORKTOWN
FREE Parking
Special, One-night Musical & Theatrical Performance
(843) 884-2727 | 40 PATRIOTS POINT ROAD | MT. PLEASANT, SC 29464
4
The Patriot • May 3 - 17, 2018
JB CHS
‘Little Heroes’ ceremony recognizes JB Charleston’s youth
Story and photos by Airman 1st Class Allison Payne Joint Base Charleston Public Affairs
JOINT BASE CHARLESTON, S.C. – The Airman and Family Readiness Center hosted their bi-annual “Little Heroes” ceremony April 18, 2018, at Joint Base Charleston, S.C. The ceremony was a way to acknowledge Team Charleston’s youth during the Month of the Military Child. Former Defense Secretary Caspar Weinberger established April as Month of the Military Child in 1986. The month is celebrated with emphasis on the sacrifices made by the dependent children of military members serving at home and overseas. “Little Heroes is basically a big celebration for the children of JB Charleston where we recognize and thank them for their sacrifices and support to their family,” said Beth Snodgrass, 628th Force Support Squadron life consultant. “It’s an opportunity for leadership to congratulate them face-to-face, as well as a time to bring JB Charleston families together to network and continue building their support systems.” The Little Heroes are JB Charleston’s children of deployed service members. Those children received a medal and certificate presented by their parent’s respective wing commander during the ceremony. “These children don’t usually know what’s going on or why their parents are gone,” said Nissa Wilson, spouse and ceremony attendee. “When my husband was deployed, the boys missed him like crazy and didn't understand why he wasn’t home. It’s hard to explain because they’re so little and don’t really get it. I think this is an amazing way to recognize the kids and make them feel special for their contributions to the mission.” Since the establishment of the Month of the Military Child, there has been an increase in the number of awareness campaigns aimed at recognizing the needs of military children in areas ranging from coping with the deployment of parents to war zones to education of military dependents around the globe. This official recognition is sponsored by the Department of Defense Military Community and supported by other organizations such as the Department of Defense Education Activity. Attendees of the Airman and Family Readiness Center’s “Little Heroes” ceremony wave flags as Col. Jimmy Canlas, 437th Airlift Wing commander, delivers a speech April 18, 2018, at Joint Base Charleston, S.C.
Col. Jimmy Canlas, left, 437th Airlift Wing commander, places a medal on Brady Jones, center, recognized ‘Little Hero’, while Chief Master Sgt. Jennifer Kersey, right, 437th AW command chief holds a certificate April 18, 2018, at Joint Base Charleston, S.C. The ceremony acknowledged Team Charleston’s youth during the Month of the Military Child. The Little Heroes are JB Charleston’s children of deployed service members. Those children received a medal and certificate presented by their parents’ respective wing commander during the ceremony.
“This is our way of letting the children know how important they are to the military community and our total mission support,” said Snodgrass. “They make sure our service members are ready to complete the mission and it’s important to thank them for that and recognize the sacrifice the children give with their lifestyle of moving around and dealing with deployments and being away from family and friends. As a military child who used to be sitting in ceremonies such as this one, it means a lot to see our youth still being acknowledged and celebrated for all they do for the military.” Similar to other military recognition efforts, the Month of the Military Child is often celebrated within military communities by contests, parades, fairs, seminars and special events centered around the message of the month. It is also celebrated externally by many communities, schools and organizations. “Military kids are brought up in a completely different environment than civilians,” said Tech. Sgt. Eva Simmons, 628th Force Support Squadron readiness NCO. “They stay resilient and withstand the circumstances we face as parents, all while providing us the support we need to stay motivated and keep our spirits up for our careers. I personally would not be where I am today without my kids. Not only do they keep me in the military, they keep me going as a whole. They support me just as much as I support them. They deserve this recognition ceremony and much more.”
Thank our advertisers for their support of your base paper. Say, “I Saw It In the Patriot!” For more stories, photos and archives, visit www.jbcharleston.jb.mil
To see the Patriot online or download a PDF of the paper, please visit www.CharlestonMilitary.com Or “like” us on Facebook by searching for “Charleston Military”
JB CHS NEWS
The Patriot • May 3 - 17, 2018
5
First JB Charleston C-17s receive nose art, embrace heritage By Airman 1st Class Megan Munoz Joint Base Charleston Public Affairs
unit’s designation flying over a globe to represent the wing’s worldwide mobility. This design was originally used for the JOINT BASE CHARLESTON, S.C. – A Nose Art 437th Troop Carrier Wing, who supportUnveiling Ceremony was held April 27, 2018 for two of Team ed combat operations in the Korean Charleston’s C-17 Globemaster III aircraft here during the Peninsula in the 1950s. Joint Base Charleston Air and Space Expo rehearsal. The 315th Airlift Wing’s design symA total of eight C-17s are scheduled to receive nose art bolizes their ability to provide rapid globover the course of the next few months as a part of the Air al mobility and their connection to the Force-wide initiative of squadron revitalization. community as reservists. The design “We did this with the Air Expo and Family Day because includes a modified version of the 315th it’s a really big deal,” said 1st Lt. Elie El Chartouni, 437th AW emblem, wings and a C-17 flying Maintenance Squadron Maintenance Flight commander. “The over the Arthur Ravenel Jr. Bridge. nose art really instills that sense of pride, so we thought, The decals are made out of a highwhat’s better than the Family Day to show it off to all our speed vinyl material meant to last approxfamilies?” imately five years. According to Tech. Nose art first became popular in the United States during Sgt. Richard Gravely, 437th MXS NCO World War I. Painting the nose of an aircraft originated as a in charge of the Corrosion Control way to tell enemy and friendly aircraft apart and later morFacility, vinyl was chosen instead of traU.S. Air Force photos / Senior Airman Thomas T. Charlton phed into a way to express individuality while showing unit Col. Jimmy Canlas, left, 437th Airlift Wing commander, and Col. Gregory Gilmour, ditional paint because it is more durable. pride. Popularity in nose art declined during the Korean War right, 315th Airlift Wing commmander, stand in front of the new nose art representing “Our aircraft today are a lot faster and fly and has regained popularity since the 1990s, now bringing the the 315th AW on the flightline during the rehearsal of the Air and Space Expo, April a lot more than they did in World War II,” 27, 2018. A total of eight C-17s are scheduled to receive nose art over the course of said Gravely. “That’s why the paint tradition to Joint Base Charleston. the next few months as part of the Air Force-wide initiative of squadron revitalization. “Since the beginning of the Air Force, our aircraft have wouldn’t have worked. Someone would been adorned with nose art,” said Col. Jimmy Canlas, 437th have to constantly touch it up. There’s no Airlift Wing commander. “It gives character and pride to the aircraft. We wanted to bring that room for error when you’re putting them on. It’s really sticky, so once the decal touches, it’s stuck.” back to Joint Base Charleston and our C-17s.” Members of the 437th and 315th Operations Groups and 437th Maintenance Group worked Each flying squadron is permitted to have one aircraft with nose art. Only the two airlift together to design and apply the vinyl decals. wings’ planes were revealed during the ceremony, although there are plans for six more C-17s “The nose art project has been a great collaboration between the operations groups and to receive nose art. The flying squadrons were able to create their own decals and worked with maintenance group, which we don’t get to see every day on the small things,” said El artists from the local community to finalize the designs. Chartouni. “At the end of the day it’s for the mission, our pride and heritage, so it’s been really “These designs were created by the squadrons, for the squadrons,” said Capt. Keane cool to be a part of this project.” Carpenter. “They were born out of a proud history and aim to inspire and excite today’s A Team Charleston C-17 Airmen. Nose art connects us to our heritage, inspires excellence and instills pride to all memGlobemaster III sits with a bers of the unit who see their colors taxiing by.” new nose art decal at Joint The 437th AW’s design includes an eagle in an attack stance with a streamer bearing the Base Charleston, S.C., April 26, 2018. A Nose Art Unveiling Ceremony was held April 27 for two of Charleston's C-17s in conjunction with the JB Charleston Air and Space Expo rehearsal.
PST and Dale Carnegie SC work together to assist you with any and all of your training and professional or business development needs. Our services include:
Professional Development
Application & Technical Training
Online & Virtual Courses
Customized Training
Classroom Rentals
Consulting
www.trainwithpst.com | hello@trainwithpst.com | 800.468.2612 www.dalecarnegiesc.com | transform.sc@dalecarnegie.com | 843.884.4848 All VA educational resources can be utilized such as the Post 9/11 GI Bill (Chapter 33), VRAP, Montgomery GI Bill (Chapter 30) and Voc Rehab (Vet Success Chapter 31).
6
The Patriot • May 3 - 17, 2018
JB CH
2018 Joint Base Charleston Air
U.S. Air Force photo / Staff Sgt. Christopher Hubenthal
An F-16 Fighting Falcon flies overhead during the 2018 Air and Space Expo April 28, 2018, at Joint Base Charleston, S.C. Attendees were able to see more than 50 aerial acts, demonstrations and static displays during the expo.
U.S. Air Force photo / S
A U.S. Army Special Operations Command Black Daggers Parachute Demonstration Detac American Flag during the National Anthem before the Air and Space Expo at Joint Base Charle The 2018 Air and Space Expo provided the public with a look at various military assets and missi community relations and educating attendees on air and space power.
Air expo give By Airman 1st Class Megan Munoz Joint Base Charleston Public Affairs
U.S. Air Force photo / Senior Airman Christian Sullivan
Spectators at the 2018 Air and Space Expo rehearsal watch as an aerial act flies over them at Joint Base Charleston, S.C., April 27, 2018. The 2018 Air and Space offered more than 50 demonstrations and displays ranging from Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics activities to World War II static display aircraft and aerial demonstration performances highlighting the F-16 Fighting Falcon, C-17 Globemaster III, F-86 Sabre and more. The Aeroshell Acrobatics Team headlined the event, wrapping up the full-day show.
JOINT BASE CHARLESTON, S.C. – The Joint Base Charle and Space Expo, the first in seven years, took over the flightline an JB Charleston, April 28, 2018. The expo gave audiences a chance to see and experience aeria demonstrations and meet and interact with performers at JB Char maintain close ties with the greater Charleston Community. “This is my first time on the base and it’s been a super cool exp Lindsay Burgess, Charleston community member. “There’s so m I had no idea about the base’s mission or capabilities before, but n see a little of what the military does. So far it’s been a really grea think everyone should be able to get. ” Some of the performances at the expo included an F-16 Fig demonstration, the U.S. Air Force Honor Guard Drill Team, a C-17 III demonstration and the U.S. Army Special Operations Comma Demonstration Detachment performing multiple jumps from 8,00 “I absolutely love meeting new people and teaching them about said Sgt. 1st Class Sean O’Toole, U.S. Army Special Operatio Parachute Demonstration Detachment demonstrator. “Almost ev we’re on the road, in a different community interacting with Depending on the weather, we don’t always get to jump. But, w meet the crowd and say thanks to them.” More than 80,000 community members attended the expo, inc members of the “Charleston 9”. The Charleston 9 are nine firefigh Charleston Fire Department who passed away in June 2007 while fire at a furniture store. Also in attendance were some of JB Honorary Commanders. “I only joined the Honorary Commanders Program a few month been phenomenal,” said Chris Naughton, 14th Airlift Squadron h
U.S. Air Force photo / Airman 1st Class Joshua Maund
U.S. Air Force photo / Staff Sgt. Christopher Hubenthal
Mark Kirsch, strong man for “Man vs. Impossible,” interacts with audience members before his performance during the 2018 Air and Space Expo April 28, 2018, at Joint Base Charleston, S.C. Kirsch pulled a C-17 Globemaster III during his demonstration. Attendees were able to see more than 50 aerial acts, demonstrations and static displays during the expo.
Attendees visit multiple exibits during the Joint Base Charleston Air and Space Expo at JB Charleston, S.C. Apr 28, 2018. The 2018 Air and Space Expo offered more than 50 demonstrations and displays ranging from Science,Technology, Engineering and Mathematics activities to World War II static display aircraft and aerialdemonstration performances highlighting the F-16 Fighting Falcon, C-17 Globemaster III, F-86 Sabre and more.
Air and Space Expo draws 80,000 attendees - from Page 1
not only to say thanks to the veterans who paved the way and pay homage to them, but also to get to interact with the younger community.” On the ground, the static displays included crew members to educate attendees about the various aircraft and their missions across the Department of Defense. The displays included WWII aircraft, fighter jets, cargo aircraft, military vehicles and more. “There are so many important missions and capabilities that the military has,” said Bill Yarborough, an attendee of the Air Expo. “As a community member, I get to come out and see some of the things my tax dollars go to.” The U.S. Air Force Honor Guard Drill Team performed various drill movements during the show and featured an enlistment ceremony for 30 individuals joining the Air Force. “It’s exciting to be able to enlist today CYAN-AOOO
MAGENTA-OAOO
YELLOW-OOAO
and I’m glad to join something bigger than myself,” said Isaac Schroeck, a Charleston native who enlisted here today. “I joined to be able to have an honorable career.” “It was very exhilarating getting to swear in at the air show,” added Gabriel Lonack, another enlistee from today’s ceremony. “I am all for serving my country. The Air Force brings an optimal future ahead for me.” The Air Expo provided the public with a look at various military assets and missions, while strengthening community relations and educating attendees on air and space power. “It’s important to have air shows so we can bring the general public who don’t normally have access to the base out here, so they can see the capabilities we have, ranging from aircraft to personnel,” said U.S. Air Force Col. Jeff Nelson, 628th Air Base Wing commander. “We invite them here to see what their tax dollars buy to protect our way of life.”
BLACK 01/29/08
U.S. Air Force photo / Staff Sgt. Christopher Hubenthal
U.S. Army Sgt. 1st Class Sean O’Toole, U.S. Army Special Operations Command Parachute Demonstration Team, known as the “Black Daggers,” fastens harness equipment to U.S. Air Force Senior Airman Keyren King, 628th Communications Squadron, prior to performing a practice tandem jump as part of a 2018 Air and Space Expo rehearsal April 27, 2018, at Joint Base Charleston, S.C. The Black Daggers are the official USASOC parachute demonstration team, performing live aerial demos around the world. Attendees of the Air and Space Expo rehearsal were able to see aerial acts from aircraft including the F-16 Fighting Falcon and Acemaker T-33 Shooting Star during the event.
Spec Char demo Math tion p 86 Sa
The Patriot • May 3 - 17, 2018
S NEWS
7
r Expo draws 80,000 attendees The Greg Koontz Alabama Boys perform during the 2018 Air and Space Expo April 28, 2018, at Joint Base Charleston, S.C. Attendees were able to see more than 50 aerial acts, demonstrations and static displays during the expo.
See
More
Senior Airman Christian Sullivan
Photos At
chment member flies the ston, S.C., April 28, 2018. ions, while strengthening
www.jbcharleston.jb.mil
U.S. Air Force photo / Staff Sgt. Christopher Hubenthal
es attendees firsthand look at military
eston 2018 Air nd skies above
al and ground rleston to help
perience,” said much going on. now we got to at experience I
ghting Falcon 7 Globemaster and Parachute 00 feet. t the mission,” ons Command very weekend h the people. we do always
cluding family hters from the e combating a B Charleston’s
hs ago, but it’s honorary com-
mander and Palmetto Military Support Group member. “We’ve really been trying to learn from each other to help bridge the gap between the military and civilian community. Most of the civilian community doesn’t completely understand what the military does, or how diverse and dynamic the base is.” The Honorary Commanders Program was developed to encourage an exchange of ideas, experiences and friendship between key members of the local community and the Charleston military community. The goal of the program is to increase public awareness and understanding of JB Charleston’s mission, policies and programs while fostering goodwill, understanding, support and acceptance from Lowcountry leaders and community members. “It’s extremely important for us to educate community members on what we do because they support us,” said Lt. Col. Karen Rupp, 437th Ariel Port Squadron commander. “The air expo was a great opportunity for them to come on base and see what we do and all the different aircraft while interacting with our service members.” Team Charleston interacts with the community in a number of ways in addition to the Honorary Commanders Program and the occasional air expo. The JB Charleston Public Affairs Office regularly hosts base tours, an annual Career Day for Junior ROTC cadets and provides guest speakers to events in the Charleston area. Members of the 16th Airlift Squadron and 1st Combat Camera Squadron visited R.B. Stall High School to educate them on the unique missions and capabilities of JB Charleston in preparation for the air expo. “We have a lot of military families who attend our school,” said Jeremy Carrick, R.B. Stall High School principal. “Our students are a part of the community, and they have friends, neighbors and family members right here in Charleston who are in the military. A lot of students pursue military careers, but what we sometimes lack is getting the exposure to the military to know what jobs are available.” For more information on JB Charleston participation of community events or tours, call the Public Affairs Office at (843) 963-5608.
U.S. Air Force photo / James Bowman
U.S. Air Force photo / James Bowman
Master Sgt. Michael Howell, 437th Aerial Port Squadron, NCO in charge of the command section, tells his family and friends about his experience tandem jumping with the U.S. Army Special Operations Command Daggers Parachute Demonstration Team during the 2018 Air and Space Expo rehearsal April 27, 2018. This was his first time jumping during his career. The Black Daggers are the official USASOC parachute demonstration team, performing live aerial demonstrations around the world. The 2018 Air and Space Expo offered more than 50 demonstrations and displays ranging from Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics activities to World War II static display aircraft and aerial demonstration performances highlighting the F-16 Fighting Falcon, C17 Globemaster III, F-86 Sabre and more. The Aeroshell Acrobatics Team will headline the event, wrapping up the full-day show.
hildren cheer as members of the U.S. Army Special Operations Command Daggers Parachute Demonstration Team, known as the Black Daggers, prepare to land during the Air and Space Expo rehearsal April 27, 2018, at Joint Base Charleston, S.C. The Black Daggers are the official USASOC parachute demonstration team, performing live aerial demos around the world. U.S. Air Force photo / James Bowman
Tech. Sgt. Julia Lopez from the 315th Aeromedical Evacuation Squadron, shows children how defibrillator paddles work while on a C-17 Globemaster III during the Air and Space Expo April 28, 2018, at Joint Base Charleston, S.C. The 2018 Air and Space offered more than 50 demonstrations and displays ranging from Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics activities to World War II static display aircraft and aerial demonstration performances highlighting the F-16 Fighting Falcon, C-17 Globemaster III, F-86 Sabre and more. The AeroShell Acrobatics Team headlined the event, wrapping up the full-day show.
U.S. Air Force photo / Senior Airman Christian Sullivan
ctators watch an aerial act at the Air & Space Expo rehearsal at Joint Base rleston, S.C., April 27, 2018. The 2018 Air and Space Expo offered more than 50 onstrations and displays ranging from Science, Technology, Engineering and hematics activities to World War II static display aircraft and aerial demonstraperformances highlighting the F-16 Fighting Falcon, C-17 Globemaster III, Fabre and more. The Aeroshell Acrobatics Team headlined the event.
To See More Photos & News, Visit www.jbcharleston.jb.mil
U.S. Air Force photo / Airman 1st Class Helena Owens CYAN-AOOO
MAGENTA-OAOO
YELLOW-OOAO
Dean Butler, left, copilot, Roger Van Ranst, center, flight Mechanic and Matt Quiy, right, pilot stand beside the B-25J “Miss Mitchell,” April, 26, 2018, on the flightline at Joint Base Charleston, S.C. The Mitchell Bomber was used as a static display in museums after it was decommissioned and then was completely restored to normal operations by volunteers.
BLACK 01/29/08
8
The Patriot • May 3 - 17, 2018
JB CHS NEWS
Air Force Honor Guard Drill Team recruits, retains, inspires at Air Expo
By Senior Airman Tenley Long Joint Base Charleston Public Affairs
JOINT BASE CHARLESTON, S.C. – As their commander gave his orders, the rifles started spinning and the U.S. Air Force Honor Guard Drill Team’s performance began. Their uniforms remained in impeccable shape. Not a thread was out of place as their white-gloved hands supported the 11-pound weapons, tossing the rifle into the air and catching it in perfect synchronization. This professionally choreographed routine was nothing short of show-stopping. The crowd flocked toward the team in awe of the weapon maneuvers, precise tosses and complex weapons exchanges during the Joint Base Charleston 2018 Air and Space Expo. “We travel all around the country, and sometimes overseas, to do drill performances to recruit, retain and inspire,” said Tech. Sgt. Jeremy Gustch, the NCO in charge of the U.S. Air Force Honor Guard Drill Team. “We're traveling around trying to get the next generation of Airmen into the U.S. Air Force, we're trying to retain those members that are in the Air Force – showing them what our Airmen are capable of – and then inspire not only future generations but our past generations, those who have already paved the way for us.” In addition to the weapon maneuvers and exchanges, the Drill Team also demonstrated what they call “the Gauntlet,” a routine where the commander marches up and back through spinning weapons, displaying the trust and confidence he has in the team’s skills and precision. “The team did great today. They do great every time. We train eight hours a day, five days a week, just doing this: throwing the weapons and perfecting those movements,” Gustch said. “Sometimes there might be small fumbles here and there, but you're always going to have that. It’s what you do afterwards to come back from that. The show goes on and we do another performance the next day, or maybe multiple that same day. After a performance, it just feels great. We get a chance to talk to all the people that come to these events, take pictures with kids, let them feel how heavy the rifle is – that it’s real, it has a real bayonet on it, and how dangerous it really is.” The hard work and dedication these Airmen put in showed. They exhibited precision, synchronization and flawless technique, all while maintaining their stern military bearing. “This was my first performance. It was very nerve-racking to start off with. There's a lot of people out here and it kind of gets to you,” explained Airman 1st Class Kevonn Williams, U.S. Air Force Honor Guard Drill Team member. “Other than that, I was pretty calm and composed. I’ve trained for this day for a long time and I was prepared to be here. This is one of the biggest parts of my Air Force career, and I'm definitely glad to be here. We represent the precision the Air Force has, and we show that with our drill movements.” The Drill Team showcased their skills in front of more than 80,000 attendees at the Air and Space Expo. Amazement showed on the faces in the crowd as the Drill Team performed their routine.
U.S. Air Force photo / James Bowman
Tech. Sgt. Jeremy Gustch, the NCO in charge of the U.S. Air Force Honor Guard Drill Team, marches through the Gauntlet during the 2018 Air and Space Expo at Joint Base Charleston, S.C., April 28, 2018. The Gauntlet is a routine where the commander marches up and back through spinning weapons, displaying the trust and confidence he has in the team’s skills and precision.
“When I first came here, I didn't expect it to be so precise,” said Elexuas Hicks, a viewer from Alabama. “It was nice to see them perform and you would think they're nervous, they're going to mess up, but no! They did fantastic, no one flinched, and no one dropped a weapon. It all was smooth and precise.” The Air Force Honor Guard has served as a tool to recruit, retain and inspire Airmen since their establishment in 1948. The drill team is one resource they use to accomplish that mission. “We're going out traveling and trying to recruit new members of the Air Force. We're also trying to keep people in the Air Force,” Gustch stated. “We also want to inspire, because there's a lot of people whose only time seeing the military is coming out to an air show to see the aircraft flying around. They also get a chance to see us on the ground showing that precision, inspiring the youngest generations as well as those who fought in World War II, Korea and Vietnam, showing them we're still the best in the world.”
PDF version of the entire Patriot online each week at
NHCC celebrates 125th birthday, Navy chief rank
NHCC Command Master Chief Anthony Petrone, left, and Chief Petty Officer Jami Tankiss, center, cut the cake during a ceremony March 30 at NHCC celebrating the 125th birthday of the Navy’s Chief Petty Officer rank. Appearing in the photo, from left to right: Senior Chief Petty Officer Jacqueline Colbourne, Senior Chief Petty Officer Greg Lassiter, Chief Petty Officer Anthony Johnson, Petrone, Tankiss, Chief Petty Officer Freddy Mejia, Chief Petty Officer Ashley Cooper, Chief Petty Officer Sean Reeves and Chief Petty Officer Capricia Williams.
.com y r a t i l i M n o lest www.Char U.S. Navy photo / Kris Patterson
You Served Our Country... NOW LET US SERVE YOU! The Citadel proudly offers members of the armed forces the opportunity to advance their education at an institution that understands and appreciates military service. The Citadel now offers a Master of Science or Graduate Certificate in Leadership for those looking to accelerate their military careers. The program is fully online so you can complete your degree, uninterrupted— no matter where your service takes you!
For more information or to apply online, visit citadel.edu/leadership
JB CHS NEWS
The Patriot • May 3 - 17, 2018
9
437th Airlift Wing leaders announce award winners
Story and photo by Airman 1st Class Helena Owens Joint Base Charleston Public Affairs
JOINT BASE CHARLESTON, S.C. – Congratulations to the 437th Airlift Wing JanuaryMarch Quarterly Award nominees and winners! Additionally, congratulations to Master Sgt. Clifton Robertson, 628th Air Base Wing Staff Agency first sergeant, for being awarded the Bronze Star Medal. - Airman 1st Class Chelsea Linson, Airman of the Quarter, 437th Operations Support Squadron - Tech. Sgt. Dick Hazard, NCO of the Quarter, 437th Operations Support Squadron - Master Sgt. Justin Mulder, Senior NCO of the Quarter, 16th Airlift Squadron - 1st. Lt. Rebecca Ryti, Company Grade Officer of the Quarter, 437th Aerial Port Squadron - Maj. John Ross Wendler. Field Grade Officer of the Quarter, 16th Airlift Squadron - Ms. Barbara Snow, Civilian Category I of the Quarter, 437th Maintenance Group - Mr. Keith Bistromowitz, Civilian Category II of the Quarter, 437th Operations Support Squadron
At right: Col. Jimmy Canlas, left, 437th Airlift Wing commander, and Chief Master Sgt. Jennifer Kersey, right, 437th AW command chief, stand with 1st Quarter Award winners during a ceremony April 20, at Joint Base Charleston, S.C. Award winners recognized were Airman 1st Class Chelsea Linson, 437th Operations Support Squadron, Tech. Sgt. Dick Hazard, 437th OSS, Master Sgt. Justin Mulder,16th Airlift Squadron, 1st. Lt. Rebecca Ryti, 437th Aerial Port Squadron, Maj. John Ross Wendler,16th AS, Barbara Snow, 437th Maintenance Group, and Keith Bistromowitz, 437th OSS.
It was our honor to host the Air Crew Hospitality Tent
10
The Patriot • May 3 - 17, 2018
JB CHS NEWS
Joint medical expo fosters skills, camaraderie
By Airman 1st Class Joshua R. Maund Joint Base Charleston Public Affairs
JOINT BASE CHARLESTON, S.C. – The 5th annual Joint Skills Fair was held at the Naval Health Clinic Charleston on Joint Base Charleston, S.C. April, 18, 2018. The event included multiple medical demonstrations by both the Air Force and Navy which provided complementary training for both branches. The capstone of the expo was a Medical Skills Olympics where Airmen and Sailors utilized the skills they learned throughout their careers while traversing an obstacle course. “The Joint Skills Expo serves as a refresher to our Airmen and Sailors,” said U.S. Navy Lt. Jonathan Carmack, NHCC department head of staff education and training. “It is also an opportunity to expand our network of communication and is
Hospital Beaufort hosted various demonstrations and competed in teams during the Olympics event. The NHCC team won the event, defeating the two-time defending champs, the 628th MDG. “This year’s Olympic event was fantastic,” said Carmack. “For the last two years the Air Force has won the event, but this year, the Navy was able to take home the trophy!” Events such as this one play a strong role strengthening communication between branches of the DoD and assimilating the service members to the cultural nuances between them. “The Expo and Olympic events were a great way to keep us, as medical professionals, on our toes,” said Seaman Mackenzie Munger, NHCC hospital corpsman. “The Joint factor really gives us a unique look into how other branches and units operate. The diversity helps us discover the most efficient method of training for our Airmen and Sailors.”
an opportunity to strengthen the skills of the service members while state-side and overseas. I think both branches complement each other extremely well which only strengthens the medical fascets of the total force.” The medical demonstration stations included training in skills such as equipment demonstrations, intubation and airway management, emergency medical response procedures, electrocardiography drills and medical waste disposal. The stations were headed by seasoned medical professionals, allowing junior service members a stress and risk free way to apply the knowledge that they gained. “I think the event and competition, the Air Force versus the Navy, was great because it really shows how competitive the teams from both services are," said Lt. Col. Christine Smetana, 628th Medical Operations Squadron commander. Members of NHCC, 628th Medical Group and Naval
U.S. Air Force photo / James Bowman
Senior Airman Miguel Buenaflor, 628th Aerospace Medicine Squadron Flight Medicine, base operation medicine cell technician, low crawls with a medical kit on the first obstacle during the 5th Annual Lowcountry Skills Expo here, April 18, 2018. Nearly 300 people from eight agencies trained on nine medical competencies including sutures, mass blood transfusions, IVs and litter carrying techniques during the expo. See more photos at www.jbcharleston.jb.mil.
U.S. Air Force photo / Airman 1st Class Helena Owen
U.S. Navy personnel carry a fake patient on a litter during the 5th annual Joint Skills Expo at Naval Health Clinic Charleston, S.C. April 18, 2018. The expo included multiple medical demonstrations provided by both the Air Force and Navy medical personnel, offering complementary training for all participants. The capstone of the expo was a Medical Skills Olympics, which was an obstacle course that required Airmen and Sailors to utilize the skills they learned throughout their careers.
Chapel Corner The chapel has new customer service hours to accommodate your needs. Please note the Airbase Chapel will ONLY be open (including phone calls, walk-ins and e-mail) during the days/hours listed below: Sunday: 0900 - 1500 (Worship Services ONLY) Mondays: 0900 - 1500 Tuesdays: 0900 - 1500 Wednesdays: Closed for Training Thursdays: 0900 - 1500 Fridays: 0900 - 1500 Saturday: Closed
CATHOLIC SERVICES Daily Mass Wednesdays @ 11:30 a.m. - Air Base (AB) Chapel Thursdays @ 11:30 a.m. - Weapon Station (WS) Chapel The Blessed Sacrament Chapel is open for prayer between 9 a.m. and 4:30 p.m. Mon-Fri. Sunday- Mass 9 a.m. - AB Chapel • 11:30 a.m. - WS Chapel PROTESTANT SERVICES SUNDAY 10 am - WS Protestant Service with Children's Church 10:30 am - AB Protestant Service with Children's Church
Help your business reach out to the local military community! Call 843-412-5861 today to find out about advertising in the Patriot.
⊲ Why rent when you can buy and earn equity? Senior Loan Officer, Carol Hall, is a Certified VA Lender. She can answer your questions with NO COST OR OBLIGATION TO YOU.
⊲ Do I use my VA Benefit, or do I apply for the special programs & grants? Carol will answer these questions and give you accurate information about how much you qualify for, and SHE IS FAST!
⊲ “PRIORITY UNDERWRITING APPROVAL” IN 24 HOURS Call, email or meet the Halls in person, even on weekends.
Carol & Perry Hall - The Hall Team
Carol Hall, Sr. Loan Officer NMLS #1435914, NMLS #1684704
SAPR Corner Air Base Victim Advocates
Acting SARC: Dr. Mamie Futrell Alternate SARCs: Gabriella Marshall & Cindy Lundhagen Full Time Victim Advocate: Vacant Volunteer Victim Advocates: Sonya Anthony Cecilia Ayon Stephanie Bandy Bridgette Brzezinski Tiffany Ellis Adrienne Forth Michael Gaines
Christian Hubbard Lakisha Jackson Keyron King Gabriella Marshall Miguel Martinez Desiree Mosher Shelita Muldrow Joy Ogden Johanna Quintello Ryan Sinclair William Treiber Malekia Williams
NWS Charleston Victim Advocates Ruby Godley, JBC-WS SARC QM1 Antoine Douglas - NAVCONBRIG LS1 Jenia McCallop - NAVCONBRIG CS2 Ladecha Beverly - NSA GMC Joseph Blacka - NSA SH2 Ed Dingle - NSA SH2 Latasha Martin - NSA CS2 Ebony Sharpe - NSA HM2 Asare Baffour - HHCC HM2 Patrick Collier - NHCC HM2 Patrick Cope - NHCC ENS Erin Bates - NNPTC ENS Taylor Bostwick - NNPTC ENS Mark Brooks - NNPTC LTJG Stephen Clouse - NNPTC MMNC Andy Hogue - NNPTC EMNC Brett Horan - NNPTC MMNC Collin Justice - NNPTC LTJG Sarah Kelly - NNPTC MMN1 Nick Miller - NNPTC DC1 Bobby Muller - NNPTC ENS Sindy Ramirez - NNPTC
Air Base 24-Hour Response Hotline 843-963-SARC (7272) Air Base Civilian Victim Advocate 843-327-7369 Air Base SARC 843-817-8397 Weapons Station 24-hour Response Hotline 843-478-8615 Weapons Station Civilian Victim Advocate 843-834-4527
LTJG William Reinike - NNPTC ENS David Rowekamp - NNPTC LTJG John Schreiner - NNPTC ENS Erynn Schroeder - NNPTC ENS Erik Vargas - NNPTC EMN2 Ben Armstrong - NPTU EMN2 Britany Breedlove - NPTU ETN2 Charles Brockmann - NPTU MMN2 Desaree Edwards - NPTU ET2 Charity Fillmore - NPTU YN2 Michael Jackson - NPTU ETN2 Jacob Kessler - NPTU MA2 Logan Lewis - NPTU MMN2 Noah Mitchell - NPTU YN2 Eulisa Thomas - NPTU HM2 Shelbe Thompson - NPTU EM1 Brandon Turner - NPTU MN2 William Hodgin - NMC MN2 Brandon Odom - NMC YN1 Jennifer Pare - NOSC Charleston YN1 David Gates - SPAWAR LT Andrew Sharp - The Citadel
Weapons Station SARC 843-276-9855 JB CHS - AB SAPR Office: 843-963-7880/7881 SAPR Office Email: 628abw.sarc.org@us.af.mil SAPR Program Manager Cell: 843-813-7136 SAPR VA Cell: 843-817-8397
DOD Safe Helpline 877-995-5247
CONTACT: (843)
312-7551
southerntrust.com/carl-hall www.carolhallmortgage.com NMLS ID #2921 (www.nmlsconsumeraccess.org) | 1-800-748-2174 | 4433 Corporation Lane, Suite 300, Virginia Beach, VA 23462 | Southern Trust Mortgage , L.L.C. is proud to be an Equal Housing Lender and Equal Opportunity Lender.
ACTIVE MILITARY
SIGN AND DRIVE PROGRAM WARRANTY INCLUDED WITH YOUR PURCHASE!
Chiefs Wholesale Autos 615 Redbank Road, Goose Creek • 843-568-9856 www.ChiefsWholesaleAutos.com
Reduced!
$9,995 2014 Nissan Altima S Auto, all power, MP3/CD
$20,995
$10,995
$10,300 2004 Toyota 4Runner SRS GREAT looking! 3rd Seats. Come in & check it out!
2007 Ford Explorer Limitied V8. All new tires and brakes, leather, heated, more!
2013 Ford F150 XLT Crew Cab Come in and check out this BEAUTY today!!!
Reduced! 2006 Jeep Wrangler Sport V6, 4WD, new brakes, new battery, tow pkg.
$5,995 2007 Jeep Patriot Auto, recently serviced. Come take a drive!
$7,995
$7,500
$11,950
2006 Lexus ES 330 Auto, V6, leather (heated/cooled), sunroof, more!
$8,495
2015 Nissan Versa S Plus Auto, CD/MP3, new tires/oil/filter, drives great!
$7,995
2009 Chevrolet Impala LT V6, leather, sunroof, heated seats, remote, more!
$9,995 2003 GMC Sierra 1500 Ext Cab SLE V8, low miles, Bose, Flowmaster exhaust, toolbox.
$11,200
2005 Infiniti G35 Sporty car. Heated seats, Bose, sunroof, more!
2012 Ford Transit Connect XLT Professional mods: cage, desk, power inverter, more!
Financing Available! • View our inventory at www.ChiefsWholesaleAutos.com or stop by!
SAVE
BIG $8,900 2008 Ford Mustang V6, leather, Pony Pkg., premium wheels, loaded!
MONEY ON THESE SPECIALS!
$7,995 2011 Nissan Cube SL New oil/filter, 4 new tires, tow pkg., tint, more.
OPEN: MONDAY - FRIDAY, 10AM - 6PM / SATURDAY, 10AM - 5PM / SUNDAY, CLOSED
JB CHS NEWS
11
The Patriot • May 3 - 17, 2018
Cancer survivor becomes 'Airman for a Day'
Story and photo by Airman 1st Class Allison Payne Joint Base Charleston Public Affairs
JOINT BASE CHARLESTON, S.C. – Team Charleston hosted an Airman for a Day event here April 12, 2018. The event was held for Jessica Rye, 17-year-old cancer survivor, to recognize her resiliency during her battle with cancer. Jessica’s brother, Jacob Rye, accompanied her during the visit. The two were greeted at the visitor’s center and escorted to the 16th Airlift Squadron, where Jessica was given her own flight suit, personalized with her name and Joint Base Charleston patches. The siblings were then taken on a base tour. “We have the Airman for a Day event to reach out to individuals with an interest in the Air Force,” said Capt. Alisha Strobel, 16th Airlift Squadron chief of commander’s support staff. “Jessica has always wanted to come to the base and experience what it’s like to be an Airman, so we were really excited to show her. As an aviator, I don’t get to interact with the public very often, so having a day with this honorary Airman and experiencing what she saw through her eyes was extraordinary.” During the fall of 2017, a lump appeared on Jessica’s neck, which caused her to visit a Medcare Express. The doctor thought something didn’t look right and ordered several tests. Jessica had the lump surgically removed within the week and later found it was Hodgkin’s Lymphoma, a cancer which most often starts in lymph nodes in the upper body. Jessica endured six months of chemotherapy and two months of radiation therapy as treatment. She has been clear of cancer for nearly a year. “My mom had to take off work and stayed by my side the whole time,” said Jessica. “I remember having dance parties with her and singing in the hospital hallways to pass the time. My dad always visited me before he went to work and brought me whatever kind of food I wanted that day. My brother and his friends kept me company and played games with me to keep my mind off things and my grandparents also made sure to visit me. My family was very supportive of me and has been from the beginning of all this.” Jessica was provided the opportunity to visit the base through the Courageous Kidz program, a safe haven for chil-
dren with cancer. Deborah “Flash” Stephson, the founder and director of Courageous Kidz, said she was really excited for Jessica and Jacob to experience the Air Force lifestyle. “I believe Courageous Kidz builds confidence and teaches children about our service members and what they do for us,” said Stephson. “It teaches children about patriotism and I believe the world today doesn’t fully realize how much our military members do for the country. I think it’s important for people to learn about these things.” The siblings were able to try on EOD bomb suits, practice controlling EOD robots, view a demonstration from military working dogs, operate the hose on a firetruck, sit in the pilot and co-pilot seats of a C-17 Globemaster III and more. “My favorite part of the day was definitely the military working dogs because I’m a huge dog person,” said Jessica Rye, left, 17-year-old cancer survivor, tries on an Explosive Ordnance Disposal Jessica. “Overall, I had a great time bomb suit April 12, 2018, at Joint Base Charleston, S.C. A bomb suit is a heavy suit of and it was really cool to be able to see body armor designed to withstand the pressure generated by a bomb and any fragments behind-the-scenes. My brother and I it produces. Rye toured the base as part of an Airman for a Day event to recognize her are thankful to Courageous Kidz, as resilience during her battle with cancer. See more photos at www.jbcharleston.jb.mil. well as the Air Force for this amazing leadership to discuss her experience. She also received coins opportunity.” Jacob describes Jessica as an all-around positive person from leadership with many thanks for visiting. “I think everybody on base benefitted from meeting with an uplifting attitude. He said even though times were hard for him and his family, Jessica’s positivity helped him Jessica,” said Strobel. “She took us out of our day-to-day jobs. When we’re able to interact with someone so captivated by push through the difficult year. “I’m really grateful for my sister always keeping my spirits what we do it brings us back to why we started in the first up,” said Jacob. “It has been a tough year but Jessica is even place. I think it’s important to step back from our jobs and tougher. It’s important in life to keep a positive attitude and to remember what brought us here and she was able to do that keep pushing through. Keep living your life like there’s no with everyone she met. She reminded me why I became a pilot and I really hope to interact with more Courageous Kidz tomorrow and appreciate your friends and family.” At the end of the tour, Jessica met with Team Charleston in the future.”
NHCC briefs legislative reps
U.S. Navy photo / Petty Officer 3rd Class Rugar Moore
Rick Trimble, center, military legislative assistant to Senator Tim Scott, speaks with Naval Health Clinic Charleston leadership as he and Sherri Pan, right, military legislative correspondent, Office of Senator Scott, visit NHCC May 2.
DR. JOHN T. POOLE III
In-Network Providers: United Concordia, Delta Premier, Cigna DPPO, MetLife, Lincoln Financial, Principal - Care Credit Accepted -
New Patient Special Offer!
FREE WHITENING TREATMENT with new patient exam, x-rays and cleaning! * Please present this ad or photo of ad.
1806 Trolley Road Summerville, SC 29485
843-871-1116
Oakbrook Family Dentistry
Travelers Blvd. Old Trolley Road
Dorchester Road
www.OakbrookFamilyDentistry.com
AMEIKA Law, LLC
“Providing Effective Legal Guidance Through Difficult Times”
Ashley Ameika Attorney at Law
Walter S. Ameika, Jr. Of Counsel
Commander JAG Corps U.S. Navy Ret.
AMEIKA Law, LLC handles cases in the following areas: Serious Personal Injury: Including Car Wrecks
Article 15
Criminal Defense: Including Criminal Domestic Violence, DUIs and Drug Cases Courts-Martial
Family Law: Including Divorces, Child Custody, Child Support and Visitation Rights, Alimony, Paternity, Adoptions, Termination of Parental Rights, and Name Changes
AMEIKA Law, LLC is here for you! Call for your confidential consultation today.
(843) 820-9719
2170 Ashley Phosphate Rd. Suite 620, North Charleston, SC 29406 ashleyameikalaw@me.com or walterameikalaw@me.com
www.AmeikaLaw.com
12
The Patriot • May 3 - 17, 2018
JB CHS NEWS
Dates/times are subject to change. For the most current program listings and to reserve your seat, please call (843) 963-8883 or log onto our website www.jbcharleston.com
May 4 r Ready, Set, Parent- 9:00am-10:30am, join us to learn new parent basics, prenatal hygiene, talk with a representative from Tricare and connect with other expectant parents! May 7 r TSP and You - 3:00pm-4:00pm, learn the ins and outs of investing in the Thrift Savings Plan for BOTH active duty military and civilians.
NOTICES r The Visitor Control Centers on both the Air Base and the Weapons Station will be closed the first Wednesday of every month from 1300-1700 for training.
EVENTS All classes/appointments are typically held at the Airman & Family Readiness Center, Bldg. 500, Air Base (AB), or at the Fleet and Family Support Center, Bldg. 755, Weapons Station (WS) unless otherwise specified.
May 8 r Resume Ready - 7:30am – 4:00pm, stop by anytime during the hours of learn how to build an effective civilian resume, or have their existing resume reviewed to ensure they are resume ready! r Teaching As A Second Career - 10:00am – 11:30 am, assist active & former military in obtaining teacher certification and employment as teachers in SC. Federally Funded and managed by the Defense Activity for Non-Traditional Education Support. r PCS Prep - 2:00pm-3:30pm, in conjunction with MPS, this mandatory workshop preps the attendee for orders and provides expert advice from several agencies to help with the
relocation. Spouses are encouraged to attend.
May 9 r Pre-separation Counseling - 8:30am-11:30am, learn benefits and resources for vets. This is a prerequisite to Transition GPS Workshop. Schedule yours 12/24 months prior to separating/retiring respectively.
May 25 r Wear The Blue - The Joint Base Charleston Family Housing office is hosting a Wear Blue – Run to Remember run on May 25th at 9 a.m. at the Hunt Community Center. This run is to honor the fallen, the fighting and the families. The running community serves as a support network for those preparing for a deployment, living through a deployment, recovering from a deployment and healing from loss sustained during a deployment. With every step, Wear Blue creates a living memorial to the service and sacrifice of the American military. And on race day, the Wear Blue Mile allows all runners to pay tribute to the service members who have paid the ultimate sacrifice. It is a reminder that Freedom isn't free - it was bought and paid for by men and women in uniform. Wear Blue is an all-inclusive organization that actively strives to bridge the gap between the military and the community. This running group provides community members a tangible way to show their appreciation and support for the military.
To submit a news brief, send an e-mail to 628ABWPatriot@us.af.mil. Make the subject line "NEWS BRIEFS." Submissions must be received no later than close of business the Friday prior to publication. May 7 r VA Workshop for Disability Compensation Claims 8:00am – 1:00pm, a VA rep will cover the disability claims process and provide some individual assistance. Members must sign-up at the Medical Clinic, Records Section, and NLT than Monday prior to the workshop.
NOTICES r The Visitor Control Centers on both the Air Base and the Weapons Station will be closed the first Wednesday of every month from 1300-1700 for training.
EVENTS All classes/appointments are typically held at the Airman & Family Readiness Center, Bldg. 500, Air Base (AB), or at the Fleet and Family Support Center, Bldg. 755, Weapons Station (WS) unless otherwise specified. Dates/times are subject to change. For the most current program listings and to reserve your seat, please call (843) 963-8883 or log onto our website www.jbcharleston.com
May 8 r Teaching As A Second Career - 1:00pm – 2:30pm, assist active & former military in obtaining teacher certification and employment as teachers in SC. Federally Funded and managed by the Defense Activity for Non-Traditional Education Support. r Lunch And Learn – MFLC – Communicating Your Emotions - 11:30am – 12:30pm, learn how to better communicate your emotions in this fantastic lunch and learn series. May 10 r Professionalism Is For Everyone - 6:30pm-8:00pm, professionalism is not just for the workplace but it is for all aspects of life. Come learn the 5 keys to being a true professional and bring professionalism to every area of your life. May 16-17 r Entrepreneur Training Track - 8:30am-4:30pm, twoday course offered as an additional TAP workshop for those interested in learning more about the opportunities and challenges of business ownership.
May 21 r Transition GPS Workshop - 8:00am-4:30pm, learn to transition and become “career ready” with ease! Dept. of Labor Employment workshop and VA Benefits Briefing included.
May 22 r Resume And Cover Letter - 9:00am-11:00am, learn how to build an effective civilian resume utilizing different formats and how to prepare a compelling cover letter.
May 23 r Interviewing For Success - 9:00am - 11:00am, learn about various types of interviews and receive tips and techniques for successful interviewing! r EFMP 101 - 1:00pm-2:00pm, come meet our EFMP Coordinator and receive education on the benefits and entitlements that members of the Exceptional Family Member Program are eligible to receive. r Lunch And Learn – MFLC – Communicating Your Emotions - 5:30pm-6:30pm, learn how to better communicate your emotions in this fantastic lunch and learn series. May 24 r Employer Panel - 11:30am-1:00pm, various employers will service on a panel to answer industry and interview related questions, some will potentially be hiring. We encourage all job seekers (active duty military, civilians and spouses) are encouraged to attend. Business professional attire is required and a resume is highly encouraged.
REC REVIEW
The Patriot • May 3 - 17, 2018
13
14
The Patriot • May 3 - 17, 2018
JB CHS
Summerville: 10.625 x 20.25
Membership savings for your family. (Our salute to you.) Military personnel save 30% off a Membership.
Just
*
$
35!
Plus, you’ll receive a $10 coupon. To find a Club near you or join online, visit BJs.com/military
Savings. Selection. Quality. (Did we miss anything?) • 25% Off Grocery Store Prices** – We beat supermarket prices on national brands every day so you can stock up for less.
• Coupon-Friendly – We’re the only club that accepts all manufacturers’ coupons. Plus, Members receive coupon books to save more.
• Fresh Choices – A delicious variety of produce, meats, deli and bakery items includes everything you need for weekly shopping.
• Big Gas Savings – BJ’s Gas® has super-low gas prices every day.
• Exclusive Club Brands – Save on our highquality Wellsley Farms® and Berkley Jensen® brands that offer an even greater value.
• More Ways to Pay – We accept all forms of payment, including EBT. **25% savings is based on Member pricing on a basket of 100 national brand household staples, on an unpromoted unit-price basis, when compared to four leading grocery chains in our trade areas. For more information visit BJs.com/25percentterms.
Now Open in Summerville 1035 Jockey Ct., Summerville, SC 29483 Hours: Mon. – Sat.: 9AM – 9PM, Sun.: 9AM – 7PM Located in the heart of the North Main Retail District. All BJ’s Memberships are subject to BJ’s current Membership Terms, ask in-Club or go to BJs.com/terms. *This offer is valid in-Club or online by visiting BJs.com/military, may not be combined with other offers, is not redeemable for cash and is only good for new Members who are active or retired military personnel. Nontransferable. Limit one offer per household. Photo identification required when applying for Membership. Plus state and local taxes where applicable. Coupon will be emailed, thus requiring your email address at enrollment. Valid military ID required. ©2017 BJ’s Wholesale Club, Inc.