Joint Base Charleston, S.C.
Vol. 5, No. 27
Patriot Team Charleston – One Family, One Mission, One Fight!
Friday, August 1, 2014
Double Play! 2014 Playoffs at Joint Base Charleston
U.S. Air Force photo / Senior Airman Dennis Sloan
Charlie Glover, 628th Comptroller Squadron first baseman, completes a 6-3 (shortstop to first baseman) double play during the first round of the 2014 playoffs against the 628th Contracting Squadron July 29, 2014, at Joint Base Charleston, S.C. The 628th CPTS team moved on to the second round of playoffs after defeating the 628th CONS team by a score of 15-1.
New procedure for vehicle lockouts Save the date for the Air Force Anniversary Ball
From 628th Security Forces Squadron
If you lock your keys inside your vehicle while on Joint Base Charleston, it's going to take a little longer to get your vehicle unlocked and back on the road. The 628th Security Forces Squadron will no longer respond to vehicle lockout requests due to safety, damage and liability concerns. The use of a lockpick (slimjim) tool used to open vehicles often damages or detaches the lock rods, leaving the lock inoperable even with the key. This is often a clue someone has attempted to break into a car. Newer cars have also incorporated internal defenses against this tool such as barrier blocks on the bottom of the window, preventing entry, and also shrouding the operating rods and the lock cylinder to prevent manipulation of internal linkages. Other manufacturers have designed the operating rods to be easily disconnected when engaged with a lateral force - as is often created by the lifting action of the tool. Additionally, internal door electronics, wires and air bag modules can be damaged.
While the National Transportation Safety Board has not verified injuries due to slimjims causing the deployment of side airbags, there is potential to damage safety, lock and structural components within the door when attempting to unlock a vehicle from the outside. In the event you require emergency assistance to unlock your vehicle, such as a child trapped in the vehicle, the 628th SFS will respond. However, if the situation is not deemed an emergency, drivers on the Air Base will have to contact the North Charleston Police Department dispatch at 7437200, and drivers on the Weapons Station will need to contact the Goose Creek Police Department dispatch at 572-4300. Ask for the Community Service officer to assist or contact a local towing or locksmith. The Base Defense Operations Center has a list of numbers for local towing companies and locksmiths allowed on the installation. For more information concerning this change in service, contact Capt. Jonathan Blount at 963-3641.
The Air Force Anniversary Ball is a time to celebrate the birth and traditions of the Air Force, allowing Airmen and civic leaders to come together in a spirit of camaraderie to celebrate our rich history. All members of Joint Base Charleston are asked to mark their calendars and save the date for the 2014 Air Force Anniversary Ball scheduled for Saturday Sept. 6. We will celebrate 67 years of Air Force tradition and heritage with our theme: Powered by Airmen Fueled by Innovation. The social hour will begin at 6 p.m. with dinner at 7 p.m. at the Charleston Area Convention Center. Ticket prices are as follows: E7/G-9/O3 and above - $45 E5 to E6/GS-5 to GS-8/O1 to O2 - $35 E1 to E4/GS-1 to GS-4 - $20 Ticket prices for retirees will be based upon the grade they retired at. Members who purchase their tickets before July 31 will receive an "early bird special" and will receive $5 off the posted ticket price. Tickets are available through ticket representatives in each squadron. Event attire is mess dress for officers, mess dress or semi-formal for enlisted personnel and formal for civilians. For more information on ticket sales please contact Tech. Sgt. Thomas Mahurin at 963-5223.
SPAWAR inspires girls to explore STEM careers By Holly Quick Space and Naval Warfare Systems Center Atlantic Public Affairs
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Space and Naval Warfare Systems Center Atlantic partnered with the College of Charleston and Trident Technical College to get girls excited about Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics at a Girls Day Out Summer Camp July 25-26. More than 60 Charleston-area students participated in the two-day event, which included a technology expo, interactive computer science and cybersecurity activities, business etiquette training, a tour of the College of Charleston campus and meetings with college admissions. The Honorable LaDoris Harris, U.S. Department of Energy, Director of the Office of Economic Impact and Diversity, kicked off day two of the camp with her inspirational keynote speech. "You are amazing," Harris said to the girls. "It's important for you to know that as we take our journey - dreaming big makes it happen." Students said their favorite part of the event was the technology expo, which included hands-on activities and science experiments with representatives from six colleges and nine local businesses. Students spent 810 minutes at each booth participating in interactive technology activities over a two-hour period. While the girls participated in the expo, parents learned about admissions requirements from colleges and universities and the importance of taking the proper courses in middle school and high school to prepare for STEM majors in college. "This event is a wonderful opportunity for the girls," said Barbara
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Grigsby, high school teacher and grandmother of two students who participated in the camp. "I especially liked the cybersecurity activity because children today really don't realize the impact that social networking has on their future." Throughout the year, SSC Atlantic deploys volunteers from its technical workforce to serve as role models, mentors, content experts, competition judges and other roles that show students the value of a STEM career. "We devote ourselves to increasing the interest in, and participation of women and young ladies - and other underrepresented groups - in STEM fields," said SSC Atlantic Commanding Officer Navy Capt. Amy Burin. "Our outreach program engages students directly with STEM subjects through robotics tournaments, cybersecurity competitions, building remotely operated underwater vehicles in the SeaPerch program, learning through video games, mentoring in schools, judging science fairs and IT Shadow Days." See STEM Careers, Page X Space and Naval Warfare Systems Center Atlantic Commanding Officer Navy Capt. Amy Burin, talks to students and parents about Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics, July 26, 2014, at Girls Day Out Summer Camp at the College of Charleston. Girls Day Out Summer Camp inspires, attracts and empowers rising 8th and 9th grade girls to pursue STEM majors and careers.
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COMBAT STYLE Dining out tradition
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U.S. Navy photo / Joe Bullinger
WEEKEND WEATHER UPDATE for Joint Base Charleston, SC Scattered T-Storms
Thunder Storms
Friday, Aug 1
(80% precip)
High 86º Low 75º
Saturday, Aug 2
(60% precip)
High 84º Low 74º
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Scattered T-Storms Sunday, Aug 3
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High 85º Low 73º