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Team Charleston – One Family, One Mission, One Fight!
Friday, October 5, 2012
Tough training 628th SFS trains for Active Shooters U.S. Air Force photo/Airman 1st Class George Goslin
Senior Airman Kyle O’Brien, 628th Security Forces Squadron, performs a baton strike on Staff Sgt. James Gibson, 628th SFS, during a combative training session prior to an active shooter scenario Sept. 26, 2012, at Joint Base Charleston - Weapons Station, S.C. During the scenario, Airmen practiced entering a house under control of hostile forces and eliminated the threat while identifying and controlling non-hostile inhabitants. Security Forces Airmen test their skills and knowledge in simulated hostile environments to prepare for real-world events. See more pictures on Page 9.
INSIDE
FAREWELL
437th AW commander departs See page 2
FINI FLIGHT
Col. Hansen performs last flight
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POWER
October is Energy Action Month See page 4
Weekend Weather Update
437th Airlift Wing honors its history
Story and photos by Airman 1st Class Tom Brading Joint Base Charleston Public Affairs
Veterans from the 437th Troop Carrier Group, the predecessor of the 437th Operations Group, and their families, traveled from all corners of the United States to Charleston, S.C., for their final reunion Sept. 28, at Joint Base Charleston Air Base. The 437th TCG, flying C-47 Skytrain transport units, played a vital role during the early morning hours of D-Day, June 6, 1944, and the remainder of World War II. During the Normandy campaign, the group towed and released glider planes, as well as carried troops, weapons, ammunition, rations and other supplies for the 82nd Airborne Division. The group began their reunion tour at the C47 Skytrain static display across from Bldg. 16000. Afterward, they were welcomed to the base by Col. Al Miller, 437th Airlift Wing vice commander, followed by an opportunity to tour the inside of a C-17 Globemaster III. The veterans also viewed flight equipment and observed demonstrations conducted by the JB Charleston Explosive Ordnance Disposal team. "It was great to see all the World War II veterans and hear what they thought of my job," said Airman 1st Class Amber Taft, 628th Air Base Wing EOD apprentice. "It was also very interesting to hear all their stories. I'm amazed at what they did for our country and to see how
Captain Ben Peacock, 15th Airlift Squadron C-17 pilot, 437th Airlift Wing, and Ralph Carter trade stories of their military careers after touring a C-17 Globemaster III Sept. 28, 2012, at Joint Base Charleston – Air Base. Carter is a retired Marine Corps veteran and surviving member of the 437th Troop Carrier Group.
things have changed since they were enlisted." The group finished their tour by hosting an open panel discussion at the JB Charleston - Air Base Theater, where audience members had an opportunity to ask questions and peer deeper into the veterans' first-hand experiences during World War II.
The men all experienced different aspects of war during their years in service, but they are still bonded by years of friendship. As they sat on stage answering questions, audience members could sense the pride the men felt about their service and sacrifices from 60-plus years See 437th Airlift Wing, Page 3
Survival of the Fittest: Battle begins
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By Senior Airman Dennis Sloan Joint Base Charleston Public Affairs
Survival of the Fittest is a threepart series on an Airman's battle with cancer while still serving in the Air Force.
Some boys dream of becoming a policeman, a fireman, a doctor, an actor or even a star athlete. But for Michael Moyles, none of these appealed to him. Michael's dream was two generations in the making. His dream, to become a United States Air Force officer, came from his grandfather's and father's service in the Air Force as pilots. But, he would not become a pilot. That boy became a man and at the age of 21 commissioned in the Air Force as a communications officer in 1994. More comfortable behind a keyboard than in a cockpit, Michael
was a "geek." He believed his passion for the Air Force and the field of communications was a perfect marriage. He then set the lofty goal of becoming a general during his service. Five years after commissioning, earning the rank of captain and
asking his girlfriend to marry him, his life seemed to be on track. But, all of it would come to a screeching halt. In 1999, Michael, stationed at Scott Air Force Base, Ill., was playing basketball in a St. Louis, Mo., city league when he was involved
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in a freak accident. He and another player dove for a loose ball and collided. Both their heads hit one another's and Michael was knocked unconscious. He was rushed to a local hospital. The next day, Michael had a Computer Tomography or CAT scan, at the 375th Medical Group. The scan ruled out any signs of hemorrhaging or possibility of a stroke. Michael's brain showed no damage at all from the concussion, but that was merely the good news. The bad news: the scan revealed an unwelcomed guest, a tumor located in the right frontal lobe of his brain. When an someone has a tumor in the right frontal lobe, they typically experience changes in behavior, permanent loss of vision, permanent loss of the ability to speak and sometimes even paralysis. But See Battle, Page 5
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COMMENTARY
Commentary by Col. Erik Hansen 437th Airlift Wing commander
Team, last year I set out a strategy. That strategy was to position us as the Airlift Wing of choice. My purpose was to ensure that when our President and our military leaders needed critical no-fail airlift, they would call on us first. We did that by concentrating on our Wing core values of safety, precision, reliability and our emphasis on innovation. What were the fruits of our labor? A 95 percent departure reliability rate ... 95 percent of our missions departed at their scheduled time. What makes that number even more impressive is that our on-time execution resulted in this Wing moving 42 percent of all air cargo destined for Iraq and Afghanistan. Whether we were directly supporting the movement of the President, or flying support to our war-fighters in the combat zone, or delivering hope to those affected by flood, earthquake or other disasters, we accomplished our mission through a concerted effort by each and every one of you and I'd like to take this final opportunity to thank you and your families. In thanking you for your efforts, I'd like to recognize the individual teams in our Wing. To our airlifters: Pelicans, Eagles, Lions, our deployed Moose, and our Operations Support Squadron, thank you. To our maintainers: Blue Knights and Gold Gryphons, to our 437th Maintenance Squadron and our Maintenance Operations squadron, thank you. To our Port Dawgs, thank
AS, the chance to return to Charleston and command this Wing was a dream come true. I arrived shortly after the C-17 made its home here in Charleston and I have seen this Wing change over the years - never did I consider that I would have the ultimate privilege to lead the 437th and I have enjoyed each and every day in command. When I think about the job of being commander, I always think first and foremost of my wife and my chilCol. Erik Hansen is greeted by his wife Susan after comple- dren. I remind myself that I would not have tion of his final flight as the 437th Airlift Wing commander lasted a week in this job without their love, sacrifice and support. at Joint Base Charleston - Air Base, S.C., Oct. 2, 2012. As I think about the privilege of commandyou. To our hardworking staffs at the Groups and at ing the 437th, I know I leave you in excellent the Wing, especially Vice Commander Col. Al hands with Col. Darren Hartford. Although we Miller, thank you. To our Joint Base partners haven't known each other long, I know that he is including Col. Rich McComb and his team from an outstanding officer. I'm confident that he will the 628th Air Base Wing and Col. Jamie Fontanella lead you to even greater heights and that he will and his team from the 315th AW, thank you. continue in our tradition of proven excellence and Whenever I chat with local civic leaders, our disleading through innovation. cussions always center on the state of our country Finally, I urge each and every one of you to and our youth, and I've often heard concerns about continue in your duties, to fight the good fight and the character of those that follow us, the next generto remain our nation's defenders in times of peace ation that will take our place. I reiterate again today and in times of war. Just as in the Old Testament, what I've told our civic leaders so many times in the your country has asked "Who will go for us? Who past - if you ever have any doubts about the courage, shall we send?" And you have raised your hand the professionalism or the sacrifice that we expect and said, "Here I am - send me" ... and that is why from our young people, you need look no further this country is great. As I move on to the next than the Airmen at Joint Base Charleston. chapter in my career, know that it is you, my As an instructor pilot in the 17th Airlift comrades and my fellow Airmen, who continue to Squadron and an operations officer in the 16th inspire me. God Bless you all and farewell.
SSC Atlantic: Partnering to support veterans and their families
Commentary by Capt. Mark Glover Space and Naval Warfare Systems Command Atlantic commanding officer
My Navy journey that began in 1982 from my hometown of Walterboro, S.C., has literally taken me around the world and given me the opportunity to progress from seaman recruit to Navy captain. I would not trade it for anything. But as much as I love wearing this uniform, like the more than 1.4 million service members on duty today, I also aspire to one day become a veteran. Not one day soon mind you, but one day. That's why I'm especially proud of all Space and Naval Warfare Capt. Mark Glover Systems Command Atlantic is doing to support today's and tomorrow's veterans and their families. I first learned of SSC Atlantic's connection with the Veterans Administration when I was preparing to report as the center's commanding officer. I knew that SSC Atlantic makes information technology count for the warfighter, but I was surprised to learn how SSC Atlantic has delivered automated IT solutions to the VA which has enabled its transformation to a digital environment for veterans' benefits delivery. SSC Atlantic has provided the VA a full range of technical and project management services to help modernize its IT systems and infrastructure. Post-9/11 GI Bill SSC Atlantic's IT solutions are helping the VA more efficiently process, administer and manage educational benefits to service members, veterans and their beneficiaries attending college under the Post-9/11 Veterans Educational Assistance Act of 2008. In fact, in the last three years, more than 773,000 veterans and their family members have received more than $18.3 billion in financial assistance to help pay tuition and fees as they realize their educational goals. In 2009, the VA faced a growing backlog of veteran claims and asked SSC Atlantic to develop a web-based software application to improve the processing and payment of Post-9/11 GI Bill claims. SSC Atlantic's Chapter 33 Post-9/11 GI Bill Long-Term Solution team used an Agile software development strategy to deliver an IT capability which improved the VA's ability to address future needs and to respond to legislative and policy changes in the processing of Chapter 33 benefits. The system minimizes manual intervention and maximizes efficiency. SSC Atlantic's Chapter 33 Post-9/11 GI Bill Long-Term Solution team was honored with this year's Charleston area Federal Executive Association's team award for their efforts. But the Chapter 33 Post-9/11 GI Bill Long-Term Solution is not the only program SSC Atlantic has developed for the VA. eBenefits Portal SPAWAR and the VA have also collaborated on an eBenefits Portal, a website that puts benefits information and self-service capabilities at the fingertips of veterans, service members, their families and their caregivers. eBenefits is a onestop portal for benefits-related tools and information, with links to information on benefits and entitlements, health, insurance, housing, claims status and VA and Department of Defense systems. It offers a single location to apply for benefits such as compensation and pension, vocational rehabilitation and employment and educational entitlements using the Veterans Online Application Direct Connect tool. eBenefits users can also check the status of claims, view a history of benefits received and access copies of official military personnel records,and perform a quick eligibility check to see whether they qualify for VA health care benefits. It offers many more capabilities, too many to mention here but you can
check it out at www.ebenefits.va.gov. eBenefits answers the recommendations of the President's Commission on Care for America's Returning Wounded Warriors that DOD and VA make information about benefits and services available online, 24/7, via a password-protected site. With more than 1.6 million veterans and service members registered for eBenefits, it gets 24,000 daily visits averaging 19 minutes from users in 90 countries around the globe. The site has become a go-to source of benefits information previously only available by phone. Veterans Benefits Management System As a result of more than an 800,000 veteran compensation and disability claim backlog, the VA also requested SSC Atlantic's help in designing, developing, testing, deploying and hosting the Veterans Benefits Management System using an Agile software development approach. VBMS, deployed in July 2012, offers paperless processing and tracking of electronic veterans' disability claims. Integrated Electronic Health Record SSC Atlantic also has a small footprint in the integrated Electronic Health Record, a joint DoD/VA effort to create a single, common health record for all DoD and VA medical facilities. The program will become the nation's single largest health record system. SSC Atlantic provides two government engineers as consultants and analysts, and 10 architects to help develop an executable engineering strategy. Thanks in no small measure to its partnership with SSC Atlantic, the VA has made IT a critical part of its fabric. By delivering these IT solutions to provide a paperless, digital disability claims system, SSC Atlantic is helping the VA transform how it operates, eliminating its backlogs and helping reach its goal of claim completion in less than 125 days with 98 percent accuracy by 2015. "Find Jobs" Since November 2011, SSC Atlantic's VA Web Portal Development Integrated Product Team has been helping link veterans with veteran-preferred industry job postings with deployment of a new job search capability, "Find Jobs," within the Veteran's National Resource Directory website. NRD connects wounded warriors, service members, veterans, their families and caregivers with those who support them, providing access to more than 14,000 national, state and local services and resources supporting recovery, rehabilitation and community reintegration. To implement the Find Jobs capability, SSC Atlantic worked hand-inhand with Google and leading national job boards to enable veteran job seekers to search based on keyword, location, or Military Occupational Code. Our work with the VA has allowed us to hone skills such as Agile software development that can be applied across the many Navy programs in which we are involved. I am incredibly proud of the role SSC Atlantic has played in helping the VA shape and change the lives of service members, veterans, their families and survivors by better connecting them to their benefits. It is a great reflection of the dedication and commitment of the SSC Atlantic team. Besides our IT solutions, SSC Atlantic's commitment also includes hiring wounded warriors. During the first half of this year SSC Atlantic hired 38 wounded warriors, which represents 13 percent of all 288 hires during that period. SSC Atlantic is leading the SPAWAR claimancy in this effort, nearly doubling its 7-percent hiring goal. When I raised my hand and took the oath that day back in 1982, I never imagined I'd return to the Lowcountry as a captain to lead this amazing organization. And I certainly never envisioned I'd one day be contemplating life as a veteran after more than 30 years of serving my country. But having seen what a difference we are making to improve the lives of veterans and their families by connecting them with their benefits, the future is looking pretty bright.
Diamond Tips: Embrace Mr. Automated, but trust and verify with him daily
Commentary by Master Sgt. Eric Rainer 15th Airlift Squadron first sergeant
The 2012 summer Primary Change of Station season is winding down and I had the pleasure of participating in the process this year. Now that the peak season is over, I find myself asking this question, "Who is Mr. Automated?" This guy must be a millionaire from all the money he has saved. He obviously came from Thomas Edison's gene pool and went to school with George Washington Carver. Just how many ways can you push or click for more options? Just as the light bulb and peanut butter has been with us for centuries, Mr. Automated will continue to use machines that control systems and information to optimize Air Force productivity to deliver services for our now and future force. Yet while Mr. Automated is smart, he cannot
know and do everything. He too has body parts that help in his functionality, like the heart also known as "PIPS/eFinance." I will admit to you that I have taken five trips to the finance office inquiring about my travel voucher, and most of these repeat trips were due to my own mistakes, but I have never dealt with an automated finance system before and when I read that email of rejection I about lost it. But being a good Airmen and first sergeant, I gave PIPS/eFinance a hug and asked him what was wrong and to my surprise he answered me. Turns out I trusted the process but didn't verify with him and I had botched the system. In the end, he helped me find charges I failed to submit and I gave him another hug knowing that my GTC would be fully covered. Reality is that automation is here to stay and even if you're old school like me, you might as well embrace it and learn it. This Air Force is now
a net generation and is all about talking, collaborating and engaging in ways many senior noncommissioned officers have never done before. However, there is good news ... we can become digital immigrants. This doesn't mean we'll be the most technically savvy Airmen in our units; we want to put our emotions out on some blog post and we might not be able to text five people at the same time while talking on the phone but ... we have learned the art of verifying. Through experience we know the system doesn't get it right all the time and it will always be in a state of re-development just like the over welling choices of peanut butter and the vast selection of light bulbs. Just remember that your career is just that, your career and automation waits for no one so, embrace it, trust it, and most importantly verify it and in the end it will never win and you will never lose.
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JB CHS NEWS
Hansen takes final flight at JB Charleston Col. Erik Hansen is hosed down with water by his wife Susan, after completion of his final flight as the 437th Airlift Wing commander at Joint Base Charleston Air Base, S.C., Oct. 2, 2012. The final or "fini flight," is an aviation tradition in which aircrew members are met by their unit comrades, family and friends and soaked with water.
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Col. Erik Hansen is sprayed with sparkling grape juice by his wife Susan after completion of his final flight as the 437th Airlift Wing commander at Joint Base Charleston Air Base, S.C., Oct. 2, 2012.
437th Airlift Wing celebrates its history - from Page 1
ago. The veterans also mentioned how great JB Charleston Air Base looked compared to the bases they served at during their time in the military. "The men on stage with me were the best group of fellows you'd ever want to serve with," said Don Wallace, former lieutenant and C-47 pilot. "And now, here we are after all these years, on stage." "We're in awe of the heritage you all left to us," said Capt. Brent Anderson, 437th AW deputy chief of plans, as he Airman 1st Class Amber Taft, 628th Civil Engineer Squadron Explosive Ordnance Disposal apprentice, speaks with addressed the veterans during Chester Galloway, a family member of a 437th Troop Carrier the panel discussion. "It was Group veteran, during an EOD display Sept. 28, 2012, at Joint your honorable tradition of brav- Base Charleston – Air Base, S.C. The bomb suit is worn by ery that we proudly carry on trained personnel when disposing of bombs. today." "You (the 437th TCG veterans) are, and will always be, the bookend of the 437th AW," said Col. Al Miller, 437th AW vice commander. "What you did during World War II is what the Air Force has built upon worldwide." U.S. Air Force photos / Airman 1st Class Tom Brading Miller added that the sacrifices made by the veterans during World War II laid the founda- Gene Murphy, 437th Troop Carrier Group veteran, sits in the cockpit of a C-17 Globemaster III with tion for what has become the best Air Force in the world. For that reason he thanked the men Capt. Brent Anderson, 437th Airlift Wing deputy chief of plans. Veterans of the 437th TCG, including Murphy, toured JB Charleston – Air Base, S.C., Sept. 28, 2012. for their time and service to their country.
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October is Energy Action Month and provides an opportunity to promote energy and water conservation awareness as part of a national campaign led by the Department of Energy. This year's theme, 'I am Air Force Energy,' puts the Airman at the center of the campaign. The goal is to inspire the total force to make a commitment to a continual change in organizational and personal energy use and help Airmen realize they can make a difference in overall Air Force energy efforts. Beginning this month, the Air Force will highlight energy success stories from around the Air Force enterprise in videos, fact sheets and articles distributed via the Air Force website, Facebook, YouTube and base newspapers. These will celebrate the innovative ideas and accomplishments of Airmen at all levels across the country and around the world and provide energy-saving tips to reduce energy and water use and save money. "Every Airman is charged to 'make energy a consideration in all we do' and through active awareness and training programs we enforce that charge," said Maj. Gen. Timothy Byers, The Air Force Civil Engineer. "We must take the lead in energy conservation, renewable energy utilization and energy security as the Air Force seeks to save energy, reduce costs and keep our country insulated from the volatility energy engenders." All the data is not in yet, but the Air Force estimates it spent more than $10 billion on energy in fiscal year 2012, almost 10 percent of its total budget. "The Air Force is fully committed to improving resiliency, reducing demand, assuring supply and fostering an energy aware culture," said Assistant Secretary of Air Force Installations, Environment and Logistics, Terry Yonkers. "The overriding concern is to secure energy for the future." Achieving each of these goals - improving resiliency, reducing demand, assuring supply and fostering an energy aware culture - involves the hard work and innovation of Airmen. In the last year, a number of Airmen have gone above and beyond to have a real impact.
Improve resiliency Capt. Reid Touchberry, Misawa Air Base energy manager, Japan, helped get the power back on immediately following the Tohoku earthquake and tsunami. He led the 'Base Energy Nerve Cell' consisting of Airmen, Japanese engineers and contractors. The team tracked generator assets, developed contingency plans to restore power using large-scale mobile genera-
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Fire safety: Have two ways out
By Tech Sgt. Kenneth Shockley 628th Civil Engineer Squadron Fire Department
In 1871, the great Chicago fire killed more than 250 people, left 100,000 homeless and destroyed more than 17,400 structures while burning more than 2,000 acres in the city. To commemorate this event, National Fire Prevention Week was established. This year, National Fire Prevention Week runs Oct. 7 through 13. The theme of this year's Fire Prevention Week is "Have 2 Ways Out!" When fire strikes, your home or business can be engulfed in smoke and flames in just a few minutes. It is important to have a fire escape plan that prepares your family and co-workers to think fast and get out quickly when the smoke or fire alarm sounds. And if your first escape route is blocked by smoke or flames, the key to survival may be your back-up escape route.
Here are some important safety tips for you and your family: • Make a home escape plan. Draw a map of your home showing all doors and windows. Discuss the plan with everyone in the home. • Know at least two ways out of every room if possible.
Make sure all doors and windows leading outside open easily. • Have an outside meeting place ... a tree, light pole or mailbox at least 75 feet away from the structure where everyone should meet. • Practice your home fire drill at night and during the day with everyone in your home at least twice a year. • Practice using different ways out of the building. • Teach children how to escape on their own in case you can't help them. • Close doors behind you as you leave. • Once out, stay out. Never go back inside a burning building for people or pets. • Get low and go if you have to escape through smoke. • Call the fire department from outside your home.
Here is a list of events on Joint Base Charleston during Fire Prevention Week: • Fire Prevention Parade: There will be a parade Oct. 9 from 2:30 to 3:30 p.m. starting at the Auto Port/Library parking lot on JB Charleston - Weapons Station. The parade route travels through base housing. From 3 to 6 p.m. there will be a static display at the Auto Port/Library. • Fire Prevention Display: There will be a display Oct. 10
from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. at the Navy Exchange parking lot. Sparky the Fire Dog, a Jump Castle, a fire truck display and a Smoke House will be available. • Fire Prevention Display: There will be a display Oct. 11 and 12 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. at the Air Base Exchange parking lot. Sparky the Fire Dog, a Jump Castle, a fire truck display and a Smoke House will be available.
Throughout the week there will also be various base facility fire drills, fire station tours and off-base participation in local fire departments' parades and displays. If you have any questions, comments or concerns, contact the Fire Prevention office on JB Charleston - Air Base at 9633121 or the JB Charleston - Weapons Station at 764-7889. Enjoy this year's Fire Prevention Week and remember to always be fire safe. Portions of this article were provided by AMC.
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The 628th Medical Group recently joined the Air Force in its effort to provide patients better access to their health care while being able to communicate with their health care team in a faster and more convenient way than ever before. During the recent flu-line vaccine days held at the base theater, patients were provided information on MiCare/Secure Message and were invited to register to begin using the service. More than 1,000 of our patients signed up to enroll and should have received an invitation email to finish the registration process. Responding to the email is a very important step. The instructions below will guide you to complete the registration process: 1. Open the MiCare Registration Completion message received in your email inbox. The MiCare Registration Completion message will be sent from your Primary Care Manager. Make sure to check the "Junk email" and "Trash folder" as the message may be a victim of the spam filter. If you are still unable to see the message, call the clinic. 2. Click on the first blue link, halfway down the page. 3. Enter your birthday and click the 'next' button ... this
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Staff Sgt. Ellis Bowles, 628th Security Forces Squadron, simulates firing his M9 pistol during an active shooter scenario Sept. 26, 2012, at Joint Base Charleston - Weapons Station, S.C. During the scenario, Airmen practiced entering a house under control of hostile forces and eliminated the threat while identifying and controlling non-hostile inhabitants.
U.S. Air Force photo / Airman 1st Class George Goslin
Staff Sgt. Ellis Bowles, 628th Security Forces Squadron, is ready for his turn to participate in an active shooter scenario Sept. 26, 2012, at Joint Base Charleston - Weapons Station, S.C. During the scenario, Airmen practiced entering a house under control of hostile forces and eliminated the threat while identifying and controlling non-hostile inhabitants. Security Forces Airmen test their skills and knowledge in simulated hostile environments to prepare for real-world events.
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To See More Photos & News, Visit www.Charleston.Af.Mil Staff Sgt. Ellis Bowles, 628th Security Forces Squadron, performs a “spartan” kick during a combative training session prior to an active shooter scenario Sept. 26, 2012, at Joint Base Charleston Weapons Station, S.C.
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An M4 carbine is filled with simunition, non-lethal training ammunition, during an active shooter scenario Sept. 26, 2012, at Joint Base Charleston Weapons Station, S.C.
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(Left to right) Airman Basic Jeremy Erving, Airman 1st Class Robert Loftin and Staff Sgt. Ellis Bowles, 628th Security Forces Squadron, stack up to clear a room during an active shooter scenario Sept. 26, 2012, at Joint Base Charleston Weapons Station, S.C.
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Col. Richard McComb, Joint Base Charleston commander, and Chief Master Sgt. Earl Hannon, 628th Air Base Wing command chief, pose with the Diamond Sharp Award winners Oct. 2, 2012, at Joint Base Charleston – Air Base, S.C. The Diamond Sharp recipients were Airman 1st Class Jonna Kienzel, 628th Medical Group; Airman 1st Class Collin Key, 628th Security Forces Squadron; and Airman 1st Class Eric Mann, 1st Combat Camera Squadron. Also recognized but not present was Diamond Sharp winner Senior Airman John Hedges, 628th Civil Engineer Squadron. Pictured with the Diamond Sharp winners are their first sergeants: Master Sgt. Eric Brown, 628th MDG, Master Sgt. Steven Hart, 628th SFS, and Master Sgt. Keri Whitehead, 1st CTCS. The Diamond Sharp award recognizes Airmen whose shining performance stands out to their first sergeant.
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JOINT BASE SAN ANTONIO-RANDOLPH, Texas – After four years without a rate increase, Air Force lodging rates will go up beginning Oct. 1, Air Force Personnel Center Officials said Sept. 27. The increase is necessary to ensure Air Force Lodging rates cover current operating and capital improvement costs, said Maj. Gen. A.J. Stewart, AFPC commander. As an example, the current $39 nightly room rate for a visiting quarters room will be $53.25 next week, and temporary lodging facilities will go from $43 to $55 per night. Increased rates will fund costs for operations, room renovations and construction, Stewart said. As the Air Force works to improve business processes, implement efficiencies and maintain lodging operations in a constrained budget environment, other adjust-
ments may be necessary, according to Col. Thomas Joyce, director of AFPC Services Directorate. “We are committed to keeping room rates as low as possible while providing clean, comfortable, quality facilities,” he said. “This is part of our commitment to caring for Airmen and we take that obligation very seriously. However, we must be realistic as well.” Even with next week’s rate increase, Air Force rates are lower than comparable commercial rates outside Air Force installations, the director said. “Coupled with quality service, clean facilities and reasonably priced room rates, Air Force lodging facilities are still a great choice for Airmen, whether they’re on temporary duty orders, retired and traveling, or just passing through,” Stewart said.
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STARTING YOUR ROTH TSP CONTRIBUTIONS: Active duty Army, Navy and Air Force members can start a Roth TSP contribution either electronically (recommended) or manually. Your first step is to determine how much of your pay is eligible for Roth TSP contributions. Remember, not all pay is eligible so using our Roth TSP Worksheet can help you figure this out. The fastest and easiest way to start or change your Roth TSP contributions is via myPay. Once you log in, click on the Traditional TSP and Roth TSP link. Fill in your contribution amounts and save. You're done. If you cannot access myPay, download the TSPU-1 form. Once you've completed and signed the form, submit it to your local military finance office and they'll do the rest. If you want to learn more about Roth TSP or other ways you can plan for your future, visit their website at www.tsp.gov.
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BASE BRIEFS
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NOTICES
/ It is with deep regret that we announce the untimely demise of Airman 1st Class Daniel Bertulani, 437th Aircraft Maintenance Squadron, Joint Base Charleston. Capt. Dianne Hanley, 437th Aerial Port Squadron, is detailed as the Summary Court Officer to secure and make proper disposition of the personal effects of A1C Bertulani. Anyone having knowledge of a claim for or against the deceased's estate may contact Capt. Hanley at (843) 437-2551 or by e-mail at dianne.hanley@us.af.mil.
Events
All classes or events will be held at the Airman and Family Readiness Center unless otherwise specified. For more information, call 963-4406.
October 5 / A Workshop for VA Disability Claims class will be held from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. A VA representative will cover the VA claims and filing process. Members must sign-up at the Joint Base Charleston - Air Base Clinic's family practice section no later than the Monday prior to the workshop. October 9 / An Educational Opportunities Counseling half hour appointments will be held from 10 a.m. to
October 10 / A My New Space class will be held from 8 to 9 a.m. This mandatory workshop is a prerequisite for individuals moving out of the dorm that addresses tips for financial success. / A Workforce (Job referral) Specialist meets one-on-one half hour appointments from 10 a.m. to noon with individuals. Meet with a workforce specialist who will provide job referrals, resume and interview assistance. This is available to active-duty, retirees and their dependents and Department of Defense civilians. / A Spouse employment/scholarship orientation will be held from 10 to 11:30 a.m. Learn about free available resources and services such as employment, resumes, the local job market, scholarships and other job searching issues. / A Blending Two Families class will be held from 6 to 8 p.m. 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. / A blood drive will be held from 9 a.m. until 3 p.m. at the Fitness Center.
October 16-19 / A Transition Assistance Program workshop will be held from 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Learn how to transition from the military to the civilian life with ease. / A Troops to Teachers class will be held October 16 from 12:30 to 1:45 p.m. Receive counseling and assistance to help eligible veterans and their spouses transition into a new career.
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Come Join the Fun at CafeMoms.com.... info, playdates & meet other Moms on the base! group "Moms on the NWS in Charleston SC" Military Mommies Group for JB Charleston. Visit our website for playdates and more http://www.meetup.com/military-moms/
MOPS (Mothers of Preschoolers) For Moms with kids birth through kindergarten. Meets the 2nd and 4th Tuesday of the month at Old Fort Baptist Church, 10505 Dorchester RD. Summerville, SC 29485. Contact Heather Hansen 873-2283 for more information.
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Workshop" will be held from 1 until 3 p.m. Individuals in attendance will be able to learn the ins and outs of starting your own business, franchise or government contract business. To register, call the Fleet and Family Support Center, Joint Base Charleston - Weapons Station, Bldg. 755, at 843-764-7480
October 12 / The Stepping Stones Program is scheduled to continue as the Weapons Station library is scheduled to reopen.
Events
All classes or workshops will be held at the Fleet and Family Support Center, Bldg. 755, at Joint Base Charleston - Weapons Station unless otherwise specified. For more information, call 764-7480.
October 9 / A "Volunteer Orientation" workshop will be offered from 10 until 11 a.m. If you are new to the area and have too much time on your hands, join in and become a volunteer for the Active Duty and Retired Service members and their families. Network, develop new skills or sharpen your old ones. To register, call the Fleet and Family Support Center, Joint Base Charleston - Weapons Station, Bldg. 755, at 843-764-7480
October 10 / A job fair etiquette will be held from 2 until 3 p.m. If you're preparing to transition into the civilian sector and need help, this workshop will help individuals in attendance prepare themselves properly while attending a job fair. To register, call the Fleet and Family Support Center, Joint Base Charleston - Weapons Station, Bldg. 755, at 843764-7480 October 11 / A "Small
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Special Announcements
/ Coupon Exchange: The FFSC has a coupon exchange station in Bldg. 755 and is open to all military and family members. Bring in unused coupons between 8 a.m. and 4:30 p.m., Monday through Friday and help yourself to coupons for your family. Call the FFSC at 764-7480 for more information. / Fleet & Family Support Center, Bldg 755, Joint Base Charleston - Weapons Station now has two consultants who are available for scheduling individual appointments for member/spouse employment assistance. Whether your needs are resume basics/review, interviewing skills/practice, or job search strategies, please call F&FSC at 7647480 to schedule your one-on-one appointment! / 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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