12-101-2010 The Patriot (Joint Base Charleston)

Joint Base Charleston

Patriot Vol. 1, No. 10

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

Friday, December 10, 2010

Operation Cookie Drop

U.S. Air Force photo/James M. Bowman

Rose Sharp drops a holiday cookie into a bag during the annual Team Charleston Spouses' Club Cookie Drop at Joint Base Charleston-Air Base, S.C., Dec. 8, 2010. This year, the TCSC put together more than 500 bags and boxes of holiday cookies for service members living in the base dormitories, eating at the dining facility and who are deployed. Ms. Sharp is the president of the TCSC.

INSIDE ORC RENOVATION

Campground gets facelift See page 4

MENTORING Airmen pair with children for tour See page 8

TO THE COLORS

628th Security Forces perform retreat See page 14

MILITARY FITNESS Series focuses on mental health See page 9

Team Charleston creates a holiday feast for deployed Wing

By Eric Sesit Joint Base Charleston Public Affairs

Thanksgiving might have been just another routine meal at the Dining Facility for the deployed members of the 438th Air Expeditionary unit stationed at the Air Force Base in Kabul, Afghanistan. Instead, thanks to some Lowcountry Warrior teamwork, creativity and determination, it turned into a feast for 300.

"Our D-FAC is a NATO run facility and they really didn't have anything special planned for our Thanksgiving holiday," said Chief Master Sgt. Tonia Savidge, superintendent, 438th Air Expeditionary Advisory Group. "We decided that just wasn't going to cut it for us."

So Sergeant Savidge and her Charleston Wingmen, Master Sgt. Robert Carlberg, 437 Aircraft Maintenance Squadron, Technical Sgt. Robert Moore, 437 AMXS, Master Sgt. James Curley, 437th Maintenance Squadron, Master Sgt. Jamie Brown, 437 AMXS, Master Sgt. Pete Tascione 437 AMXS, Master Sgt. Cedric Warren 437 MXS and Master Sgt. Carol Poindexter, 437 Maintenance Operations Squadron took matters into their own hands.

"I received an email from Sergeant Tascione during the first week of October, asking if we could help out," said Master Sgt. Carlos Guerrero, 437 AMXS (Blue AMU). "So, Chief Master Sgt. Robert Scarlett and I took up a collection here in Charleston and we were able to buy two turkey fryers and about eight drums of cooking oil and a few other supplies and get

them to Afghanistan in time for Thanksgiving."

As Thanksgiving approached, it became clear that this wasn't going to be some small affair for a few close friends.

"We had a team of about 12 folks who stayed up until around 3 a.m. cooking the night before Thanksgiving," Sergeant Savidge said. "There was a setup team, a decoration team, a serving team and a cleanup team. We had about 50 people who made this event a success."

Success culminated in a feast that included 25 fried turkeys, Courtesy photo stuffing, mashed potatoes, Tech. Sgt. Pete Tascione, 438th Aircraft Maintenance Squadron, dissweet potatoes, corn, green plays his turkey frying talents while deployed to Kabul, Afghanistan. beans and macaroni and cheese as well as an assortBritish forces joined us for our meal as well. ment of cakes and pies. A large part of the meal This was the first Thanksgiving meal for many and decorations came via "donations from dif- of these allies and by all accounts, it was a huge ferent Air Force units and organizations from success!" back in the United States," said Sergeant Sergeant Savidge has been deployed since Savidge. "We also received some support from April. 2010 and plans on returning home to our Dining Facility which helped us get the Charleston and the 628th sometime next year. turkeys and other foods.

She says she is honored to "Our wing is a joint, combined organization serve with the men and with U.S. Soldiers, Sailors, Airmen and women of the 438th and she Marines. We also have Combine Joint has a motto: "Our Airmen Statement of Requirement Teams from Canada, make me proud every single To See More Photos & News, Visit Czechoslovakia, Mongolia, and Croatia on our day and Thanksgiving was www.Charleston.Af.Mil team." said Sergeant Savidge. "French and no exception."

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The Patriot • December 10, 2010

COMMENTARY

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This week I want to discuss the standards which make our nation’s military the most elite and professional fighting force our world has ever known. Good order and military discipline are guiding principles of those standards that must be consistently known and uniformly-enforced. As members of the military we are held to a higher standard than those in our society due to the vital mission with which we are entrusted. That trust afforded us by the American people to prosecute our mission must always be safeguarded with the utmost integrity. Members of our Air Force are expected to live by the highest standards inherent in our service’s core values. Adherence to these standards must be personified both on and off duty and it is our responsibility to hold our fellow service members accountable for their actions appropriately.

When standards are not complied with, careers can be destroyed and even worse, lives lost. The failure to uphold these standards has resulted

in valuable members of our team being separated in the last year. Below are examples of just a couple of those discharges within the last year: • An airman basic was discharged under Air Force Instruction 363208, paragraph 5.49, Minor Disciplinary Infractions. The Airman received two Article 15s. The infractions included underage drinking, operating a vehicle with alcohol levels exceeding .08 and drunk driving.

• An airman was discharged under AFI 36-3208, paragraph 5.49, Minor Disciplinary Infractions. The Airman received two Article 15s.

The infractions included AWOL, failure to wear a seat belt, failure to obey a lawful order, disrespecting an NCO and failure to go.

Fortunately, nearly all of our Airmen meet and exceed standards.

Compliance with regulations is a daily part of excellence in the Air Force. Specifically, I’d like to recognize a few outstanding individuals who have exceeded compliance with standards. Capt. John Gardner of the 14th Airlift Squadron and Capt. Andrew Conwell of the 17th Airlift Squadron received “Exceptionally Qualified” flight evaluations. Staff Sgt. Adam Hall of the 437th Maintenance Squadron maintained an impressive 99 percent Data Integrity Team accuracy rate for 10 consecutive months and Senior Airman Marvin Richardson of the 437th Aerial Port Squadron was an outstanding performer during the recent Staff Assistance Visit. Kim Lilly was recently recognized for his contributions to the 437th Maintenance Group achieving zero foreign object debris mishaps over 90 days. Lastly, I’d like to recognize Lt. Col. Mike Mitchell, who leads the 437th Operations Group’s Standards and Evaluations section and Chief Master Sgt. Christopher Riley, who leads the 437th Maintenance Group’s Quality Assurance section.

On a sad note, we send our condolences to the family of Alan Gill.

We admire him for his dedicated service to our nation. Finally, this is my last commentary before the holidays, and I wish each of you safe travels, a wonderful holiday season, a joyous Christmas, and a Happy New Year.

‘Why are you so ate up?’

Commentary by Lt. Col. Trevor Whitehill 628th Comptroller Squadron commander How often have you heard of the term "Ate up" to describe an individual who is a little involved with the military way of life. You may have even used it yourself from time to time and quite often this term has been connected to a negative connotation. But is it? Is being "Ate up" a bad thing?

We are part of a profession in which only 9 percent of Americans have raised their hands ... the Profession of Arms. We wrote a blank check payable to the United States of America for an amount up to, and including our lives. Within this profession, we are part of a society that has demonstrated time and time again Airpower is the key to winning wars ... our society is the United States Air Force.

Being a professional Airman demands more of us than our civilian counterparts. Even our Air Force Core Values requires us to go above and beyond ... integrity first, service before self, and excellence in all we do. This should not be a punch line but a way of life.

Some of the old hats may remember a little blue book back in the days called the United States Air Force Core Values. Although this book

gation to understand the ethical demands these road signs pick out.

Third, they help us get a fix on the “The Air Force is in a ethical climate of the organization. constant change but it How successful are we in trying to live is us, ‘the members of by the Core Values? And finally, they also serve as beacons vectoring us this society,’ that is the back to the path of professional concommon denominator in duct; the Core Values allow us to transform a climate of corrosion into a clithis equation.” mate of ethical commitment.

Lt. Col. Trevor Whitehill The Air Force is in a constant 628th Comptroller Squadron commander change but it is us, "the members of this society," that is the common denominator in this equation. We must may no longer be in existent, I want to highlight live and uphold these Core Values or our ways of the four reasons for these Core Values. First, the life will corrode. Don't be afraid to confront indiCore Values tell us the price of admission to the viduals who are not living up to our Core Values.

Air Force and whether officer, enlisted, civil serAnd we shouldn't frown upon individuals who vant, or contractor, we must display honesty make corrections on uniform, customer service, courage, responsibility, openness, self-respect, or just basic professional image. It is our responand humility in the face of the mission. sibility to each other, our appointed leaders and Second, they point to what is universal and unchanging in the profession of arms. Some peo- to our nation.

Being a member in the best Air Force in the ple are bothered by the fact the Air Force once world, we should be "ate up." So the next time recognized six values and has now reduced them to three. The important thing is not the three road you are confronted with the question "why are you so ate up?" Your response should be "why signs our leaders choose. The important thing is aren't you!" they have selected road signs, and it is our obli-

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MCPON sends 2010 Holiday message to the fleet Commentary by Master Chief Petty Officer of the Navy Rick D. West MCPON WASHINGTON – Master Chief Petty Officer of the Navy (MCPON)(SS/SW) Rick D. West released the following Holiday message to the fleet Dec. 1: "Shipmates and Navy Families, In anticipation of the holiday season, I would like to take a few minutes to wish you 'happy holidays' and to thank you and our Navy families for the outstanding service and support that you provide our great Navy and nation every day. I could not be more proud of you!

As you know I'm a competitor, and this holiday season I have a challenge for each of you. Are you up for it? The challenge is simple. Be mindful of your shipmates' holiday plans and don't leave any shipmate behind. Take the time to find out what plans your shipmates have over the holidays. No one should be left alone sitting aboard a ship, in the

barracks or at home. You've worked hard all year and so have they. Just as our nation supports us and our Navy, let's support each other by making this season one where we are providing our shipmates with the best holiday memories that we can as a Navy family.

Take on this challenge and you'll receive the gift of pride knowing that we each contributed towards making this a memorable and joyous holiday season for our entire Navy family.

Additionally, I would be remiss if I didn't mention and thank those out doing the job. Today, thousands of our shipmates are deployed around the world vigilantly keeping the watch and ready to answer our nations call. Thank you for working hard for our nation's freedom.

As we bring 2010 to a close, please remember to keep safety at the forefront of your daily activities both on and off duty. We've had a great year in safety, and I want to see you continue this trend throughout the end of the year and into 2011.

Happy Holidays, Shipmates, and HOOYAH!"

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By Master Sgt. Stephen Wilkerson 437th Maintenance Operations Squadron First Sergeant

Retirement Plan Have you looked at your Leave and Earning Statements lately and saw what retirement plan you have? If you have less than years in the military, your LES will say "Choice."

If you have served more than 15 years, you will have already made your decision on which retirement plan to except. For those who do not know what "choice" means, let me explain.

If you entered the military after Aug. 1, 1986, then you have two options for your retirement.

The two options are the High 3 plan or CSB/Redux plan. The following will explain the criteria for each one.

High 3: Under this retirement plan, after 20 years of service you will receive 50 percent of your highest three years of base pay. For example, if you retire as an E-8, but you only served as an E-8 for two years, you would receive two years of E-8 pay and your last E-7 pay. You will receive the full cost of living adjustment each year. For every year you serve past 20 years, you will receive 2.5 percent more of your base pay. For example, 25 years of service equals 62.5 percent of your base pay. This is capped at 75 percent for 30 years.

CSB/Redux: At your 15 year mark you can elect to take a $30,000 "bonus," for which you promise to complete the next five years of service. After your 20 year mark, you will then receive 40 percent of your last highest three years of base pay. You will receive 1 percent less of the COLA rate each year. After 20 years of service, your retirement benefit will increase by 3.5 percent until you max out at 75 percent cap for 30 years of service. When you reach the age of 62, for that year, you will receive the High 3 retirement plan of 50 percent of your active-duty pay and full COLA. After that year you will then go back to receiving 1 percent less in COLA. As you can see, you have a tough choice ahead of you when you reach this point in your career. It is highly recommended that you take the time to carefully research and consider which retirement plan works best for you and your family.

If you are coming to this point in your career and need more information on this, please use the following website which provides calculators for you to see which one works the best for you: http://militarypay.defense.gov/Tools/csb.reduxcal.html.

If after this you still need more information on retirements please contact me at 963-2768, and I will be more than willing to help you make the best decision..

Taking care of our family The holiday season is here, and this is a great time to slow down and appreciate the things in our lives.

We are always busy with work and other things in our everyday lives, but during this holiday season please slow down and give some time back to your family. Our families have suffered and sacrificed for us to serve our country.

Think about who stays home while we are deployed and takes care of everything. It does not even have to be deployments, just normal days while we are on those long hours. Our families are always there to support us. It is time that we give back to them.

So this year, do something special with your family; it does not have to cost a lot. Some people think love is how much you spent on gifts, but it can be as simple as spending some quality time with your family.

When we say family, we usually think of our biological family, but do not forget about your Air Force family. Let us do our part and take care of our Air Force brothers and sisters. Take some time and open up your home to a young Airman who is away from home and will not be with his or her family this year.

Let us make this holiday season a happy one. You can call it whatever you want wingman, big brother or big sister - it does not matter. Let us take care of each other during the holidays and the years to come.

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Family campground at JB CHS-Air Base receives a Christmas miracle

By Mass Communication Specialist 1st Class Jennifer R. Hudson Joint Base Charleston Public Affairs The Outdoor Recreation Center at Joint Base Charleston-Air Base recently began a million-dollar renovation of the family campground here.

Renovations began Dec. 1 and are scheduled to be completed by July 2011.

"We have been planning for these renovations for more than 10 years," said Merrill Troxell, director of the ORC. "So this is kind of like our own little Christmas miracle."

The renovation will add 22 new camp sites, an upgrade to the electrical outlets to provide up to 50 amps, another convenience center which includes a washer and dryer, and finally, adding water and sewer service.

The adding of sewer service is a huge improvement, said Mrs. Troxell, because now campers will be able to dispose of their own waste while on-site, versus traveling to one specified area.

"We are extremely excited about these renovations," she said. "We will finally be able to accommodate more people instead of having to turn them away like we do every year due to no room available."

With the much needed improvements to the family campground, the ORC expects more patrons to stop by and use their facilities while traveling.

"I definitely think more people will come now that the space will be available. It is a very convenient place for people to stop," said Mrs. Troxell. "People will be able stay longer and see the city of Charleston."

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Even in 30-degree weather, the renovation of the Outdoor Recreation Center family campground continued Dec. 7, on Joint Base Charleston, S.C. Renovations include adding 22 new camp sites as well as other needed improvements. Work on the campground began Dec. 1 and is scheduled to be completed by July 2011.

New online learning program gives CCAF students a leg up Courtesy of Joint Base Charleston Public Affairs

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The program is called General Education Mobile and lets a student choose from 21 participating schools that offer general education requirements in a complete distance learning format. So, whether a student needs a college math,

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Ecology takes root on Weapons Station for Arbor Day tree planting

By Terrence Larimer Joint Base Charleston natural resources manager Joint Base Charleston personnel marked Arbor Day in South Carolina by planting a southern magnolia tree at Marrington Elementary School in Goose Creek. In addition to a crowd of excited children, the ceremony was attended by JB Deputy Commander, Capt. Ralph Ward, Berkeley County Deputy Superintendent Archie Franchini, school principle Barbara Webber and representatives of the S.C. Forestry Commission.

Following the signing of the base's official Arbor Week declaration, S.C. Urban Forestry coordinator Francis Waits presented the Tree City award to Captain Ward.

Commission Forester Molly Sanford, a Reserve captain assigned to the 300 AS/DOLP, then discussed the importance of trees and the many benefits they provide to the human environment. Marrington students completed the event by covering the young magnolia tree's root ball with shovels of dirt.

"Trees and their many benefits to our communities have never been more important," said Captain Ward at the award

presentation. "This is right in line with our increased emphasis on energy conservation at JB Charleston and larger concerns about global warming. Trees help reduce noise and air pollution, save energy, store carbon and fight atmospheric greenhouse effects."

The former Charleston Air Force Base and Naval Weapons Station were individually designated Tree City USAs for the past 15 years. Now, as a joint base, a combined application will be submitted for re-nomination this year. The Tree City USA program is sponsored by The National Arbor Day Foundation in cooperation with the United States Department of Agriculture Forest Service and the National Association of State Foresters. To become a Tree City USA, a community must meet four annual standards: a tree protection board or manager, a tree care ordinance, a comprehensive community forestry program and an Arbor Day observance.

Notification of the award was received by the Base's Commanding Officers from S.C. According to Ms. Sanford, "Trees are our friends and celebrating Arbor Day and Tree City USA is a great way of protecting trees and promoting tree conservation."

U.S. Air Force photo/Senior Airman Timothy Taylor

Students from Marrington Elementary School cover tree roots with Navy Capt. Ralph Ward during an Arbor Day event at their school Dec. 3, 2010, on Joint Base CharlestonWeapons Station, S.C. In previous years, Charleston Air Force Base and Naval Weapon Station Charleston had been members of Tree City USA, but are are reapplying as a joint base. Captain Ward is the JB CHS deputy commander.

18th Air Force, Expeditionary Center restructuring to enhance air mobility, warfighting command and control Courtesy of Air Mobility Command Public Affairs SCOTT AIR FORCE BASE, Ill. – AMC officials announced plans Dec. 7 to restructure some command and control functions, commonly referred to as C2, effective Jan. 7, 2011.

The command's 18th Air Force will focus on C2 of air mobility, contingency response, and enroute operations, including the 618th Air and Space Operations Center (Tanker Airlift Control Center).

The U.S. Air Force Expeditionary Center, located at Joint Base, McGuire-DixLakehurst, N.J., will concentrate on providing expeditionary combat support, edu-

cation, and installation support.

As AMC's warfighting echelon, 18th Air Force is currently the largest Component-Numbered Air Force, or CNAF, within the U.S. Air Force. The 18th Air Force's global mission comprises 20 direct reporting units and more than 51,000 military and civilian personnel.

AMC officials said the restructuring will be implemented using existing resources and will not involve personnel reductions, adding that projected costs associated with the change are negligible.

"The warfighter benefits from a centralized C2 structure for our combat operations that capitalizes on the flexibility and responsiveness of our global mobility

enterprise," said Lt. Gen. Robert Allardice, 18th Air Force commander. "The focus of 18th Air Force must remain fixed on serving as the air arm for U.S. Transportation Command. We will continue to execute operations through our Tanker Airlift Control Center."

The restructuring will also provide a more concentrated focus on the evolving mission sets for expeditionary combat support and installation support to include the joint bases.

"As the Air Force and AMC continue to adapt to the added demands of performing expeditionary combat support and joint force requirements at places like Joint Base McGuire-Dix-Lakehurst, Joint Base

Charleston, S.C.; and Joint Base LewisMcChord, Wash., as well as realigned bases such as Grand Forks Air Force Base, N.D., and Pope AFB, N.C., the USAF EC will continue to evolve to address these demands, while maintaining our responsiblitiy as the Air Force Center of Excellence for advanced expeditionary combat support training and education," said Brig. Gen. Bill Bender, Expeditionary Center commander.

AMC officials estimate the demand for performing expeditionary combat support and joint base support requirements will continue to grow in the years ahead.

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NEWS

Warning to veterans from VA Courtesy of Department of Veterans Affairs WASHINGTON – The Department of Veterans Affairs has issued a warning to veterans, advising against an organization called Veterans Affairs Services.

The organization is providing benefit and general information on the VA and gathering personal information on veterans. This organization is not affiliated with the VA in any way. The website the organization is operating is at www.vaservices.org.

VAS may be gaining access to military personnel through their close resemblance to the VA name and seal. VA Legal Counsel is coordinating with the Department of

Defense to inform military installations, particularly mobilization sites, of this group and their lack of affiliation or endorsement

by VA to provide any services.

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Housing privatization town-hall at Joint Base Charleston

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By Bill Anoine, project manager - Joint Base Charleston Housing office

Joint Base Charleston will hold its first housing privatization Town-Hall meeting at the Base Theater, Dec. 14 at 5:30 p.m. Colonel Martha Meeker, JB CHS commander and Forest City Military Communities, LLC, will define the way ahead for the air base portion of the privatization project. Specific presentations will include new home designs, site planning design, community center design, as well as other amenities. Leasing, property management, maintenance, scheduling, etc., will be described in detail by Forest City. There will also be time for questions and answers. The target audience is for all current and prospective residents of JB CHS-Air Base.

Forest City is the Highest Ranked Offeror that will privatize military family housing at four installations in the continental United States: Joint Base Charleston, Shaw Air Force Base, S.C., Arnold Air Force Base, Tenn., and Keesler Air Force Base, Ms. The Air Force Southern Group Housing Privatization Project, a deal valued at $270 million in development costs, will result in the demolition of all but 10 existing Air Force military family housing units at Joint Base Charleston and the construction of 335 new housing units during the next four years.

Under the deal, the Air Force will lease 279 acres of land at Joint Base Charleston as part of a 50-year transaction and convey 479 existing inadequate housing units and other improvements to Forest City. Forest City will in-turn demolish all 469 existing units and construct 335 new units that will exceed the current standards for military housing within four years of closing the deal. At the four installations combined, the Air Force will lease a total of 846 acres of land and convey 2,387 existing housing units. By the end of the four-year initial development period, Forest City will have demolished 1199 existing housing units and constructed 997 new housing units. Forest City will continue to operate and maintain a portfolio of 2,185 housing units across the four bases for a 50-year term.

The Air Force's housing privatization effort has been successful at 43 installations in the continental United States with almost 70 percent of family housing being privatized, totaling approximately 38,000 units. Housing Privatization has eliminated nearly 35,000 inadequate units Air Force-wide and is providing an average of 500 new and renovated homes per month. In 2009, 4,087 new homes were built and 2,654 were renovated.

Beyond the Southern Group Project, the Air Force is looking to privatize approximately 14,000 additional units at 16 installations.

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Lt. Gen. Charles Stenner, chief of Air Force Reserve, receives a brief by a member of the 315th Aeromedical Evacuation Squadron on Joint Base Charleston, S.C., during his official visit Dec. 4, 2010.

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315 AW showcases Reserve to Air Force Reserve Chief

By Senior Airman Robert Pilch 315th Airlift Wing Public Affairs Members of the 315th Airlift Wing here hosted the Chief of Air Force Reserve, Dec. 4.

Joining him on his official visit was the Deputy Chief of Staff for Logistics, Installations and Mission Support and the Assistant Secretary of the Air Force for Manpower and Reserve Affairs.

Lt. Gen. Charles Stenner, chief of AFRC, Lt. Gen. Loren Reno and Secretary Daniel Ginsberg visited various areas of the wing and had the opportunity to see how the new joint base model effectively utilizes the Reserve and active-duty association concept.

During their tour, they met with junior and

senior enlisted members along with squadron and group commanders to hear first-hand how the Reserve and active-duty work side-by-side to create Team Charleston.

All three members of Reserve senior leadership took time to recognize individuals for their key contributions and personal accomplishments to the Air Force. They also thanked service members for their hard work and dedication to our nation's military.

"It was an honor hosting Lt. Gen. Stenner, Lt. Gen. Reno and Secretary Ginsberg on their visit," said Col. Steven Chapman, 315 AW commander. "I was proud to show off the great partnership the 315 AW has with the 437th Airlift Wing and 628th Air Base Wing."

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09 Mitsubishi Eclipse

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MSRP $16,865. Includes $500 rebate, $500 Military, $2000 Cash/Trade 07 Toyota Camry

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$

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10 Jeep Grand Cherokee

10 Chevy Camaro LT

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$

$

21,995

22,995

10 Grand Marquis LS 07 Lexus ES350 10Mercury Jeep Grand Cherokee

10 Ford Escape 07 Lexus ES350 XLT

19,995 24,995 22,995

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AM/FM/CD, Mykey $&18,995 much more.

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$

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$

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$

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02 BMW 745Li

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11,995

$

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$

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$

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$

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08 Suzuki Grand Vitara

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5,995

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$

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$

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10 Toyota Corolla LE

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$

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$

$

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4,995

8,995

7,995

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$

$

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$

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05 Chrysler Crossfire Ltd

3,995

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$

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01 Ford Taurus SES Moonroof, auto xtra clean

$

3,995

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$

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10 Ford E350 Van

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$

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10 Nissan Maxima 3.5 Moonroof, auto, xtra clean

$

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2006 Toyota Runner SR5 Land 4 Rover LR3 1008 Nissan Maxima 3.5

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$

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20,995

$

20,995

05 Ford F150 Convertible Lariat 10 Ford Mustang

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2009 Titan Crew 07Nissan Jeep Wrangler X Cab

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08 GMC Sierra 1500 Crew Cab

10 Ford Flex SEL

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$

$

24,995

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Making a lasting impression

Khaliya Banks gets a close look of a model C-17 at the Airman Leadership School with her "buddy," Senior Airman Keith Barnett, during a base tour Dec. 2, 2010, on Joint Base Charleston-Air Base, S.C. Khaliya and fellow students from Memminger Elementary School's third grade toured the base as part of an annual program.

Students were paired up with ALS students, who answered their questions and fed their curiosity with knowledge about the Air Force mission.

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William Goodwin rides piggy-back with his "buddy" Senior Airman Corey Moats at the base fire department during a school tour Dec. 2, 2010, on Joint Base Charleston-Air Base, S.C. William and fellow classmates from Memminger Elementary School paired-up with students enrolled at the base's Airman Leadership School during the tour of the base. For the children, the event provided a chance to learn about military life and history. For the Airmen, it was an opportunity to mentor and give back to the local community.

C.J. Pinckney takes his gift from under the tree after his ticket number was called during a base tour Dec. 2, 2010, at Joint Base Charleston-Air Base, S.C. C.J. and fellow students from Memminger Elementary School met up at the Airman Leadership School for a picnic and holiday gift raffle following tour stops at the Air Park, 628th Security Forces Squadron military working dog kennels and the base fire department. Waiting for their ticket to be called, approximately 40 students all piled into the room at ALS and each received a gift.

Lorenzo Simmons, left, and C.J. Pinckney listen and learn about fire safety from Senior Airman Samuel Siewert during a base tour Dec. 2, 2010, on Joint Base Charleston-Air Base, S.C. At the fire house, children toured the fire engines and main building. Lorenzo and C.J. were joined by third-grade classmates from Memminger Elementary School as well as students enrolled in the base's Airman Leadership School.

Airman Siewert is a fire protection journeyman with the 628th Civil Engineer Squadron.

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Mental health through military fitness

By Airman Jared Trimarchi Joint Base Charleston Public Affairs The holidays are a time to celebrate, but can be very stressful.

Waiting in line, heel-to-toe for the perfect gift, hoping it's not sold out. Jumping from flight to flight and having to put up with the long lines and airport security. Red holiday lights - a reminder of bumper to bumper traffic.

Not to mention watching the bank account rapidly deplete, and knowing dad won't make it to dinner because he is currently deployed, a person can only handle so much.

The 2010 holiday season will come and go, but what about all that stress?

"Short term stress can easily build up and become a more serious problem if it’s not handled initially," said Master Sgt. Stephen Boice, noncommissioned officer in charge of the Mental Health Flight and the Alcohol and Drug Abuse Prevention and Treatment program.

This makes mental fitness one of the four pillars in Comprehensive Airman Fitness. Here in Charleston, it's not just for Airmen, but for the military as a whole because service members and families put up with a lot of stress, that if not handled with properly, can take its toll.

Mental fitness is considered one of the most important parts of health and is closely related to physical fitness, according to base mental health professionals.

"Body and mind are interconnected," said Maj. Patrick Pohle, Mental Health Flight commander, who is the Community Action Information Board executive director.

"When you exercise, your body releases endorphins and you start feeling better."

Like physical fitness, mental fitness has some of the same rules.

"You need to make sure you are eating right," Sergeant Boice said. "When you skip meals it impacts your mood."

Cortisol, a stress hormone, starts pumping through a person's body when stressed, Sergeant Boice said. It affects the different chemicals in the brain and can have an impact on overall mood.

"When you get stressed, the first thing you should do is exercise," Sergeant Boice said. "It burns off those stress

hormones that can affect your sleep, appetite and mood."

Just like there are coaches for physical fitness, there are some for mental fitness as well. At the Mental Health Clinic there are professionals that can help with individual counseling and group counseling.

"We have people come in for short term stress in their lives, family issues, work related issues, anxiety and depression," said Sergeant Boice. "You are going to have stress in your life, and you're going to have times when you're just not feeling well.

That's what we're here for."

Some people are afraid to come to the MHC, Sergeant Boice said.

"What they don't know is that privacy is our upmost concern for our patients."

Sergeant Boice said. "The records we keep here stay here. They are only reported up the chain of command if they are life threatening or against the Uniform Code of Military Justice."

Even if a person is uncomfortable with the MHC there are other services offered such as chaplains, Military One Source and Military Family and Life Consultants who can help.

"Speaking to a MFLC is an informal way for a person to cope with relationship problems, workplace issues and everyday stress," said Flora Hoss-Masson, director of the Military and Family Readiness Center. "There is no docuMental Health Clinic services • Individual counseling • Group counseling • Marital counseling • Psychiatry • Alcohol and Drug Abuse • Prevention and Treatment • Family Advocacy Clinic • New Parent Support program

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MFLCs work around a person's schedule and can meet on base or off base.

"Sometimes they meet with people on the walking trails," Ms. HossMasson said. "The only place a consultant can't meet you, is at your home."

There are many ways to deal with stress, Sergeant Boice said, but what's important is going in and talking to someone, regardless of who it is.

There is help available for anyone that wants it, but what about those coworkers, friends or family members who ignore having a problem?

Don't be afraid to stand up, Sergeant Boice said.

"If you are worried about the way someone has been acting, express your concerns. Approach it gently and don't put someone on the defensive, especially when it comes to suicide. Don't expect someone else to do it for you and don't let it be too late."

(This is the second story in a nine-part series on Comprehensive Airman Fitness.)

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Air Force and Navy Briefs Air Force, Park Service to commemorate Wrights’ first flight WRIGHT-PATTERSON AIR FORCE BASE, Ohio – Air Force and National Park Service officials are planning a public ceremony at Wright Memorial Hill Dec. 17 to commemorate the 107th anniversary of the Wright Brothers' first successful powered flight at Kitty Hawk, N.C. Col. Stephen Goeman, the commander of the 445th Airlift Wing, will serve as the keynote speaker. Stephen Wright, greatgrandnephew of the Wright brothers and Col. Amanda Gladney, the 88th Air Base Wing commander, will lay a wreath at the Wright Brothers Memorial during the ceremony.

Continuing with tradition, Dayton Aviation Heritage National Historical Park superintendent Dean Alexander will read a proclamation on the significance of the first flight on Dec. 17, 1903 and how two young men from Dayton, Ohio changed the world with their invention of the airplane.

Weather and mission permitting, a C-5 Galaxy flyover is planned by an aircrew from the 445th Airlift Wing. The unit is transitioning from the C-5 to the C-17 Globemaster III.

Playstation 3 supercomputer can read, correct input WASHINGTON – Video games have seen significant advances in the past few years.

What once was a black box with a low quality video version of ping-pong, is now a sleek, motion-capturing, high-resolution computer system capable of networking around the world.

Mark Barnell, the director of high-performance computing and the Condor Cluster project at the Air Force Research Laboratory, has used that technology to create a new supercomputer.

The Condor Cluster, a heterogeneous supercomputer built from off-the-shelf commercial components, including 1,716 Sony PlayStation 3 game consoles, could change the supercomputing landscape, Mr. Barnell said.

The system computes operations by the trillions per second -- called "teraflops" in the computing world. Some supercomputers can operate at a quadrillion calculations per second, or a "petaflop."

Mr. Barnell said the Condor Cluster also represents new ways for supercomputers to increase computational resources while using less energy.

It's currently the seventh-greenest computer in the world, he said.

"This particular system is about half a petaflop, or capable of about 500 trillion calculations per second," he said. "In the current time that we can measure it, it's about the 35th- or 36th-fastest computer in the world, and with some things that are going to be changing in the next eight or nine months with some upgrades, we could boost it to maybe the 20th-fastest computer in the world, and at the same time make it, at that moment in time, the greenest computer."

The Condor Cluster isn't designed to compete with the world's largest supercomputers, he said. The Condor Cluster, which cost $2 million to build, is made for more specific tasks. The cheapest comparable supercomputers would cost $50 million to $80 million, he said. The highly advanced Cray supercomputers are in the $100 million range.

"So from a price performance, we'd probably beat all of them, but the biggest thing for us was the particular applications and the hardware we chose to build this computer with purposely matches those applications well," Mr. Barnell said. "Some of the systems that you might refer to in the top 10 in the world are more of a general-purpose computer and also run applications that we may not.

We're just going to coexist and do some things that we need to get done with this particular supercomputer."

One area the Condor Cluster is being used in is neuromorphic computing, or "computational intelligence," Mr. Barnell said. Essentially, programmers write algorithms to "teach" the computer how to read symbols, letters, words and sentences. By programming the computer to read, in theory, it can be taught to fill in gaps and "think" on its own.

The idea is that the computer, when taking in millions of lines of data, could fill in gaps or rearrange the pages in case of human error, he said.

The Condor Cluster can read 20 pages of information per second, and even with 20 to 30 percent of the characters on the page removed, can recover all of the sentences and words with about 99.9 percent accuracy, Mr. Barnell said.

The discoveries this computer could lead would change the face of computer science, he added.

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Social networking connects Sailors to advancement results PENSACOLA, Fla. – The Navy Advancement Center's page on Navy Knowledge Online saw an exponential increase in 'hits' as the Active Duty Advancement Cycle (Cycle 208) results were published to the fleet Nov. 22.

"The NAC Facebook page added 2,500 fans in the two weeks prior to the Cycle 208 (results) being published," said Tom Updike, enlisted exam team leader at the Navy Advancement Center. "When our Facebook page advised results were available on NKO, the NAC NKO page received over 212,000 hits that day, many redirected from Facebook."

NKO and its variations were the 1st, 7th, and 9th largest Google search hits after the advancement results were released. NKO activity levels were approximately 2.5 times

This week in Air Force history Courtesy of Joint Base Charleston Public Affairs

with the 27th Fighter Wing at Cannon AFB, N.M.

Dec. 5, 1963 - Maj. Robert A. Rushworth flew the X-15A-1 to Mach 6.06 over Edwards AFB, Calif.

Dec. 8, 1962 - A silo at Davis-Monthan AFB, Ariz., received the first Titan II missile.

Dec. 6, 1995 - U.S. Air Force airlifters began moving troops and equipment to Bosnia in support of NATO Operation Joint Endeavor to implement peace between Bosnia, Croatia and Serbia.

Dec. 7, 1993 - The last F-111E Aardvark in U. S. Air Forces in Europe left England for the U.S. to be stationed

Dec. 9, 1950 - A C-47 completed the first successful night drop of agents behind enemy lines in Korea.

Dec. 10, 1947 - Lt. Col. (Dr.) John P. Stapp took his first rocket propelled sled ride.

Dec. 11, 1941 - Germany and Italy declared war on the United States.

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"The traffic to the NKO NAC page was so heavy that it actually slowed down access to other applications," said David Schisler, director of operations and infrastructure for the Naval Education and Training Command.

"For future advancement cycle result announcements, we know to anticipate the spike in usage and will be prepared to alleviate the situation by surge capacity using additional bandwidth."

"The NKO slowdown was actually a great problem to have -- it's gratifying to know our combined communications efforts are paying off for the Sailors," said Capt. Katharine Reed, commanding officer of the Naval Education and Training Professional Development and Technology Center. "Our advancement exam communication strategy was so successful we need to adjust our technical capacity. We'll meet that challenge in future advancement cycles."

Navy equals record fuel conservation results WASHINGTON – Naval Sea Systems Command announced a fiscal year 2010 Navy fuel avoidance savings of 1.35 million barrels of oil Nov. 24, supporting the secretary of the Navy's efforts to reduce energy consumption.

Navy ships realize fuel savings through efficient underway operations and NAVSEA's Incentivized Energy Conservation Team works with ship operators to recommend fuelefficient procedures.

"These results reflect increased fleet readiness because Sailors have more at-sea time to train while the Navy spends the same amount of money on fuel," said Hasan Pehlivan, NAVSEA i-ENCON initiative manager.

Fuel usage results are measured by underburn, the reported fuel usage rate below a ship class' average usage rate. In fiscal year 2010, 109 ships reported underburn.

The net underburn after accounting for ships that overburned, or used more than their class average, was 700,000 barrels of oil.

This represents 14.4 percent of Navy fuel consumption for fiscal 2010. i-ENCON's underburn goal is an 8 percent reduction in fuel usage each year. The net savings provided enough average fuel use to support 23 Arleigh Burke-class destroyers for a year.

"Underburn equates to reduced fuel usage and reflects NAVSEA's commitment to reducing our ships' dependency on fossil fuels and their impact on the environment," said Mr. Pehlivan.

The performance may also be attributable to ships receiving i-ENCON team recommended cash awards of up to $67,000 each from Commander, Naval Surface Forces. A total of $1 million is awarded annually.

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Get to know a Sailor Nicholas Miller Rank: Machinist's Mate 2nd Class (E-5) Unit/Department: Naval Support Activity Chapel Age: 24 Children: "Weren't any in my seabag!"

Pets: Two black lab mixes. "I love my dogs but I wish they weren't so scared of everything and make a mess all over my stuff!"

Favorite Activity: Hanging out with friends.

Favorite Quote: "Any man who may be asked in this century, what he did to make his life worthwhile, can respond with a good deal of pride and satisfaction: 'I served in the United States Navy'"-President John F. Kennedy, August 1963.

Favorite place to eat in town: "My favorite place is Wasabi's."

What is one thing that you would like to accomplish while at Joint Base Charleston? "I hope while I am here in Charleston that I will be able to strengthen and enlarge the Navy Honor Guard program at NSA." What has been your favorite assignment in the military? "I would have to say my favorite assignment since I've been in was the Naval Nuclear Prototype Training Unit. It was long hours and the work was hard, but it was the most rewarding experience I've ever had!"

What assignment would be the ultimate duty? "I love history so I would say the ultimate duty assignment for me would be to the USS Constitution. Just a chance to relive what it was like back in the continental Navy would be awesome."

Favorite task within your specialty/rate: "This one is tough because I take pride in everything that I do, but I would have to say the favorite part of my job is leading my honor guard team in presenting colors for a fallen veteran."

If you were the Chief of Naval Operations for the Navy for one day, what would you do? "As the CNO for the day, I would replace the new Navy service uniforms with a year-round uniform that looks more specific to the Navy, gearing them more toward the Navy's traditions and customs."

“Get to know a Sailor” is to be followed by “Get to know a Civilian” and then “Get to know an Airman.” This provides a way for our readers to gain insight on their fellow co-workers who may work on either side of the base, and perhaps find a new place to eat!

This week in Navy history Courtesy of Joint Base Charleston Public Affairs Dec. 5, 1941 - USS Lexington (CV-2) sailed with Task Force 12 to ferry Marine aircraft to Midway Island, leaving no aircraft carriers at Pearl Harbor.

Dec. 6, 1968 Operation Giant Slingshot began in the Mekong Delta, Viet Nam. Dec. 7, 1941 - Japanese carrier aircraft attacked the U.S. Pacific Fleet based in Pearl Harbor, Hawaii.

Dec. 8, 1941 - The United States declared war on Japan.

Dec. 9, 1952 - Strike by aircraft from Task Force 77 destroyed a munitions factory and rail facilities near Rashin, North Korea.

Dec. 10, 1941 - Aircraft from USS Enterprise attacked and sank Japanese Submarine I-70 north of the Hawaiian Islands. A participant in the Pearl Harbor Attack, I70 was the first Japanese combatant ship sunk during World War II. Dec. 11, 1954 - The first supercarrier weighing more than 59,630 tons, USS Forrestal (CVA-59), was launched at Newport News, VA.

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Staying healthy through the holidays

By Greer Gowen Health and Wellness Center dietitian Its holiday time and "Jingle Bells" is playing throughout the stores to help you get in the Christmas spirit.

However, you may find yourself saying "Bah humbug" and wishing you could hibernate until January 1.

With work responsibilities, holiday parties, shopping, decorating and holiday visitors, you are suddenly questioning how you will be able to eat at least one nutritious meal, not fall off your regular exercise routine, and of course, get in your eight hours of sleep.

But don't become a scrooge yet. With a little planning, you will soon be joining your neighborhood carolers in a rendition of "Deck the Halls".

Keep off the holiday pounds • Don't go to a party hungry: Have a light snack before arriving at the party so you don't attack the buffet table allowing more time to socialize with friends and family.

• Monitor your portions: Moderation is key so treat yourself to small portions of food.

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• Avoid fast food: Make a little time to pack meals for on-the-go or have a restaurant in mind that offers healthy menu items.

• When preparing a food, have substitutes available for the high calorie and high fat ingredients. For example, substitute two egg whites for one whole egg or applesauce for oil when baking.

• Alcohol, egg nog, and holiday punches can wreak havoc on a diet, so hydrate with water, unsweetened tea, diet soda, or hot cider.

Fit for the holidays • Don't be a couch potato: Do sit-ups, push-ups, squats or lunges during commercial breaks.

• Take a brisk walk with your family while you are viewing the neighborhood light displays.

• Wake up an hour early for a brisk walk, run or bike ride.

• Increase your time management skills and schedule at least three exercise sessions in your week. Get out of your exercise rut and take a class you have wanted to try.

• Make an exercise date with friends and family

instead of a dinner or coffee date.

Time out for rest and relaxation • Place a priority on sleep. Adults require at least eight hours of sleep in order to function optimally throughout the day.

• Set a regular bedtime and wind down your day at least 30 minutes before your scheduled bedtime. Try taking a warm bath, light stretching or breathing exercises to help you sleep more soundly throughout the night.

• Turn off the TV and computer: The light and noise will disrupt your sleep patterns and keep you from getting a full night's rest.

• Make your to-do list before going to bed and then put it away until the next day.

• Tryptophan containing foods, such as turkey, tuna, pumpkin, almonds, walnuts, or eggs, can promote sleep.

The holiday season is one of the deadliest ones on the road due to those who choose to drink and drive. Plan ahead and always designate a driver to make sure everyone gets home safely. Have a safe and happy holiday!

Intramural flag football schedules and scores Scoreboard Dec. 1 - 437th Aircraft Maintenance Squadron defeated 628th Civil Engineer Squadron: 21 -13 Dec. 1 - 628th Logistics Readiness Squadron defeated 628th Security Forces Squadron: 14 - 13 Dec. 2 - 628th Civil Engineer Squadron defeated Logistics Readiness Squadron: 13 - 12 Dec. 2 - 437th Aerial Port Squadron defeated 437th Aircraft Maintenance Squadron: 16 - 14 Dec. 2 - 628th Medical Group defeated 628th Communications Squadron: 6 - 0 Dec. 7 - 628th Medical Group defeated 628th Security Forces Squadron: 26 - 0 Dec. 7 - Naval Health Clinic Charleston defeated 628th Force Support Squadron: 20 - 14 Dec. 7 - 437th Aerial Port Squadron defeated 628th Civil Engineer Squadron: 27 - 6 Playoff Bracket Dec. 13 - 5:30 p.m., 6:30 p.m., 7:30 p.m. and 8:30 p.m.

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From left to right, Staff Sgts. Neil White, Jennifer Pentecost and Michael Whitcomb lower the flag during a retreat ceremony at Joint Base Charleston-Air Base, S.C., Dec. 3, 2010. The ceremony is coordinated with the playing of the national anthem and the lowering of the flag so that the two are completed at the same time. Sergeants White, Pentecost and Whitcomb are members of the 628th Security Forces Squadron.

U.S. Air Force Capt. Matthew Foisy salutes during a retreat ceremony at Joi to the flag. Captain Foisy is the acting commander of the 628th Security Fo

Patriot Guard Riders stand at attention next to their motorcycles while members from the 628th Security Forces Squadron lower the flag during a retreat ceremony at Joint Base Charleston-Air Base, S.C., Dec. 3, 2010. The Patriot Guard Riders is a diverse group of motorcycle riders from across the nation who pay respect for those who risk their lives for America's freedom and security.

Members from the 628th Security Forces Squadron standby as the folding of the flag commences during a retreat ceremony at Joint Base Charleston, S.C., Dec. 3, 2010.

The ceremony is held each day, with formations every Friday.

The 628 SFS traditionally performs the ceremony in their own unique fashion, donning Kevlar helmets and vests, firing rounds from pre-positioned Humvees and setting off smoke

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nd retreat!

U.S. Air Force photos by James M. Bowman

int Base Charleston-Air Base, S.C., Dec. 3, 2010. The ceremony serves a twofold purpose. It signals the end of the official duty day and also serves as a ceremony for paying respect orces Squadron.

From left to right Staff Sgts. Neil White, Jennifer Pentecost and Michael Whitcomb fold the flag during a retreat ceremony at Joint Base Charleston-Air Base, S.C., Dec. 3, 2010. During retreat, a two-man fold is conducted after the playing of the national anthem, with the NCO of the detail under watch. After it is meticulously folded into its final form, the flight commander orders the colors to be retired, signifying the end of the duty day. Sergeants White, Pentecost and Whitcomb are members of the 628th Security Forces Squadron.

Mike Howey from the Patriot Guard Riders stands at attention during a retreat ceremony at Joint Base Charleston-Air Base, S.C., Dec. 3, 2010.

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To submit a news brief, send an e-mail to Patriot@charleston.af.mil. Make the subject line "NEWS BRIEFS." Submissions must be received no later than close of business the Friday prior to publication.

Events For a complete listing of base facilities' holiday hours, log on to www.jbcharleston.com/holidayhours.pdf.

Saturday ❏ Holiday musical: The Air Base Chapel Choir is presenting the musical, "The Promised Hope ... starts with a baby's first cry" Dec. 12 at the Air Base Chapel during the 11 a.m. service.

Come join your friends and neighbors for this free special event.

Tuesday ❏ Understanding the TSP for military: Learn about the pros of enrolling in the TSP, what it can do to help supplement your retirement income, and how to invest based on the lifecycle financial planning concept, Dec. 14, from 8 to 9 a.m. Class is for both, military & civilian members eligible to enroll in the TSP. Call 963-4406 to sign up today! ❏ Holiday Napkins: Just in time for Christmas, learn to stitch your own set of six Christmas napkins. They make great gifts! This fun class is Dec. 14 from noon to 1 p.m. at the Arts and Crafts center, Bldg. 637. Cost is $20.

Wednesday ❏ The Career Status Bonus or REDUX: Is it a wise choice? Find out Dec. 15 from 1 to 1:45 p.m. If you joined the military on Aug. 1, 1986 or later, you must make a choice between two retirement plans between your 14 1/2 & 15 year mark in the military. Briefing will be held at the Military and Family Readiness Center, Bldg.

600. Call 963-4406 to reserve your seat. ❏ Pinching Your Pennies 'til They Squeal: Learn how you can have a good quality of life on a budget at this class Dec. 15 from 9 to 10 a.m. Briefing will be held at the Military and Family Readiness Center, Bldg 500. Call 9634406 to reserve your seat.

Thursday ❏ Budget Your Way To Financial Freedom:

Learn how something as simple as budgeting can help you Dec. 16 from 1 to 2:30 p.m. at this class to get organized financially and accomplish your financial goals. Briefing will be held at the Military and Family Readiness Center, Bldg 500. Call 963-4406 to register. ❏ Jingle Bell Racquetball tournament: There will be a racquetball tournament Dec.15.

For more information or to sign up, stop by the Fitness and Sports Center or call 963-3347. ❏ Gift Bags: Bring your sewing machine and join us for an hour of fun sewing gift bags to carry a bottle of wine to your favorite hostess's holiday party! Class is Dec.16 from noon to 1 p.m. at the Arts and Crafts center, Bldg.

637. Cost is $20.

Dec. 31 ❏ New Year's Eve at the Charleston Club: Join the Charleston Club, Friday, Dec. 31 as 2010 drifts away and 2011 slides over the horizon. Joining us to welcome the New Year is Charleston's one and only First Class band.

Tickets go on sale Dec. 1 and are $20 per person for Club Members and dates; $30 per person for non-members. Doors open at 8 p.m. For more information, tickets and reservations, call or stop by the Club's office.

Special Announcements ❏ Air Base Library closure: The Air Base Library is closed until 9 a.m. Jan. 3, 2011, for shelving installation. Office hours for out-processing personnel are held from 8:30 a.m. to 4 p.m., Monday through Friday. Customers are asked to keep their library materials until we reopen in January. Wireless internet will be available during this time, but customers will not have access to the building. The Library staff will be available to answer telephone questions and will have limited access to the collection for emergency checkout needs.

Customers should call ahead to confirm the availability of a needed item. Full library services will be available at our Branch Library at the Weapons Station located at 2316 Red Bank Rd, Bldg 732, Tuesday - Saturday from 10 a.m.to 5 p.m. ❏ Riverfront Race Festival Charleston Youth Marathon: For children ages 7 to 17 and in good health, the Riverfront Youth Marathon is a modified marathon where your child can run or walk 25 miles prior to the actual Riverfront Race Festival. On Jan. 24, 2011, the children will then run or walk the last 1.2 miles of the race course. Children must keep a log of the miles they run prior to the event. For more information contact Mike Campbell at mike@charlestonmarathon. com or go to www.charlestonmarathon.com.

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Thursday ❏ All About Your Credit Report: Ever heard about the elusive '"permanent" record in elementary school. Find out about the real one. It will have an impact on every aspect of your life. This could be the most important financial class you will ever have. The workshop is Dec. 16 from 3 to 4:30 p.m. at the MFRC. Call 7647480 for more information.

Special Announcements Events Friday ❏ Go to the extreme with Xtreme bowling!

Xtreme bowling at Marrington Lanes is held every Friday and Saturday from 9:30 p.m. to 12:30 a.m. The features include a fabulous light show with glow-in-the-dark bowling balls and pins, fog machines, music and dancing. The cost is $10 per person. Family Night Xtreme Bowling is held every Saturday from 6 to 9 p.m. Family Night features country music, oldies and rock 'n' roll (you can even bring your own favorite CD's if you want).

Tuesday ❏ Career Connection: Transitioning from the military? Is your spouse seeking employment? Or, are you just looking to change your career? Check out the Career Connection workshops offered at Military and Family Readiness Center, Bldg. 755. Finding the Right Career will be held Dec 14, from 10 to 11 a.m. Call 843-764-7480 to register. ❏ Advance Resume Writing: Date Change: Receive the latest information and helpful hints for creating an eye-catching resume by attending an Advance Resume Writing seminar at the Military and Family Readiness Center, Bldg.

755, Dec. 14 from 1 to 3 p.m. Call 764-7480 to register or for more information. ❏ Library book club: Do you love to read?

Join the book club and share your reading experiences while making new friends. The book club meets once a month on Tuesday at 10 a.m. to discuss many exciting and stimulating book titles. If you are interested in participating, we'd love to have you! Contact the library at 7647900.

Wednesday ❏ Wise Credit Choices: Did you know your credit score is a huge deciding factor for interest rates, mortgages, insurance costs, employability and loans? Many people are unaware of the impact debt can have on not just your financial life, but your entire life. Make some preNew Year resolutions to enhance your wellbeing. Sign up for the Wise Credit Choices class, Dec. 15, from 9 to 10:30 a.m. at the MRFC or call 764-7480:

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Arts & Crafts Center Dec. 24 – Christmas Dec. 25 – Jan. 3

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Auto Hobby Dec. 24 - Christmas Dec. 25 – Jan. 3

Closed Closed

Child Development Center Dec. 23 Close at 4 p.m.

Dec. 24 Closed Dec. 31 Closed Jan. 1 Closed Education & Training Center Dec. 24 Closed Dec. 31 Closed Family Child Care Office Dec. 20 – 31 Closed

Flight Kitchen Dec. 25 Gaylor Dining Facility Dec. 25 Midnight meal Breakfast Christmas meal Dinner meal

Dec. 24 – 26 Dec. 27 – 30 Dec. 31 – Jan. 2

Charleston Club Office (for New Year’s Eve ticket sales) Dec. 28 - 31 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.

Open every Sunday for Football Frenzy (final Sunday ticket is Jan. 2, 2011)

Fitness Center Dec. 24 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.

Dec. 25 Dec. 26 Dec. 27 Dec. 31 Jan. 1 Jan. 2

Library Nov. 29 to Dec. 23

“Wing Family Day” Closed 6:30 a.m. to 6 p.m.

6:30 a.m. to 6 p.m. “Wing Family Day” 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.

10 a.m. to 6 p.m.

6:30 a.m. to 6 p.m.

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10:30 p.m. to 1 a.m.

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11 a.m. to 2 p.m.

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Manpower & Personnel Flight Civilian Personnel Section Dec. 24 Closed Dec. 31 Closed Manpower & Organization Section Dec. 24 Closed Dec. 31 Closed Military Personnel Section Dec. 24 Closed Dec. 31 Closed Note: We will have minimal manning Dec. 20 - 24 and Dec. 27 - 31 Military & Family Readiness Center Dec. 23 Closes at 4 p.m.

Dec. 24 Closed Dec. 31 and Jan 1 Closed Outdoor Recreation Center Dec. 23 9 a.m. to 1 p.m.

Dec. 24 Closed Dec. 25 Closed Dec. 30 9 a.m. to 1 p.m.

Dec. 31 and Jan. 1 Closed Starlifter Bowling Center Dec. 24 - 25 Closed Dec. 31 11 a.m. to 12:30 a.m.

Jan. 1 Closed Private Animal Care Clinic By appointment only Wrenwoods Golf Course Dec. 25 Closed Jan. 1 Closed Youth Programs Dec. 23 Dec. 24 - 25 Dec. 30 Dec. 31 and Jan. 1

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Closed Close at 4 p.m.

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(All other dates are regular hours) Human Resources Office Dec. 24 Closed Dec. 31 Closed

❏ Breakfast buffet at Joint Base CharlestonWeapons Station: Start your day with a scrumptious breakfast buffet at the Redbank Club on the Weapons Station. We are now serving up "all-you-can-eat" scrambled eggs, ham, grits, sausage, bacon, hash browns, fresh fruit and lots more. The buffet is available from 6 to 8 a.m., Tuesday through Friday, for only $6 per person (includes drink). Call 764-7797 for more information. ❏ Developing Your Spending Plan: Would you like to increase your cash surplus? Do you have any extra money at the end of the month?

Let a financial education specialist at the Military and Family Readiness Center on Joint Base Charleston-Weapons Station give you the tools and resources you need to develop the financial plan of your dreams.

The purpose of a financial plan is for you to determine where you are now, where you want to go, and how you plan to get there by starting today. Contact the Military and Family Readiness Center at 764-7480 for more information. ❏ Women's personal training offered: The Weapons Station fitness program is offering women's small group personal training free of charge at Sam's Gym. The service is offered Monday-Friday from noon to 1 p.m. and 5 to 6 p.m. It focuses on muscular strength, endurance, and increased functionality of gross body movements.

This program is offered to all fitness levels, so bring some water and a positive attitude and be ready to work. Call 764-4173 for more information. ❏ NSA Library is a computer "Hotspot:" The Naval Support Activity Library is a computer "hotspot" for wireless-ready laptop work and surfing the web from a patron's personal computer. Some service providers charge for this convenience; it's free at the Library.

Just show up with your wireless-ready laptop, equipped with a network card, find yourself a seat anywhere in the building, and go to work.

See more briefs at www.charleston.af.mil

JB Charleston WS Holiday Hours Auto Skills Center Dec. 21-23 Dec. 24-25 Dec. 28-30 Dec. 31 - Jan 1

9 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Closed 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Closed

LIBERTY Office@NNPTC Dec. 24-25 Closed Closed Dec. 31 and Jan. 1 *Note: NNPTC Bowman Center will be open Dec. 24-25 and Dec. 31 – Jan. 1

Base Library Dec. 20-23 Dec. 24-25 Dec. 31 and Jan. 1

Closed Closed Closed

Library Dec. 24 Dec - 2 Jan 11

Marrington Lanes Bowling Center Dec. 23 11 a.m. to 1 p.m.

Dec. 24-26 Closed Dec. 27-30 11 a.m. to 1 p.m.

Dec. 31– Jan. 2 Closed

Closed

Car Wash Dec. 24-25 Dec. 31 and Jan. 1

Open Open

Child Development Center Dec. 23 Closes at 4 p.m.

Dec. 24-25 Closed Dec. 31 and Jan. 1 Closed Cooper River Café Dec. 24-25 Dec. 31 and Jan. 1

Closed Closed

Dive Bar and Grill Dec. 20 Dec. 21-25 Dec. 26-29 Dec. 30 – Jan. 1

5 p.m. to 11 p.m.

Closed 5 p.m. to 11 p.m.

Closed

Family Child Care Office Dec. 16-22 Dec. 23-26 Dec. 27-30 Dec. 31 and Jan. 1

8 a.m. to 1 p.m.

Closed 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.

Closed

Fitness Center Dec. 24-25 Dec. 31 and Jan. 1

10 a.m. to 4 p.m.

10 a.m. to 4 p.m.

Golf Course Dec. 24 Dec. 25 Dec. 31 Jan. 1

7:30 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Closed 7:30 a.m. to 5 p.m.

6:30 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Human Resources Office Dec. 24-25 Closed Dec. 31 and Jan. 1 Closed

Outdoor Recreation Center/ITT Dec. 18-23 11 a.m. to 2 p.m.

Dec 24-25 Closed Dec. 27-30 11 a.m. to 2 p.m.

Dec. 31 and Jan. 1 Closed Recycling Site/Office Dec. 24-25 Dec. 31 and Jan. 1

Closed Closed

Redbank Club Dec. 14-17 Dec. 21-25 Dec. 28-30 Dec. 31 and Jan. 1

Open for grill line only Closed Open for grill line only Closed

Short Stay Outdoor Recreation (Check-ins handled by Security*) Dec. 24 7:30 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Dec. 25 Closed* Dec. 31 7:30 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Jan. 1 Closed* Theater Dec. 24-25 Dec. 31 and Jan. 1

Closed Closed

Youth Programs Dec. 24-25 Dec. 30 Dec. 31 and Jan. 1

Closed Closes at 4 p.m.

Closed

(All other dates are regular hours)

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Airman 1st Class Keitha McCarthy 437th Operations Group Hometown: Appleton, Wis. Squadron and job title: 437th Operations Group intelligence analyst Time in the Air Force: one year, two months Time in Honor Guard: 45 days What inspired you to join honor guard? I had an instructor in technical school who spoke highly of the Honor Guard, which originally had me interested. It wasn't until after I started that the people and the mission of Honor Guard truly inspired me.

How do you feel the Honor Guard supports the mission of Joint Base Charleston? One of the missions of JB CHS is Comprehensive Airmen Fitness, developing wholeness. The Honor Guard supports the mission by helping to complete that circle. Of course, an Airman is not just the work in front of him or her, but they are appreciated for the work they do. When they are promoted, when they retire, and when they die, the Air Force

provides ceremonial guardsmen to honor this service to country -whether it was one term or many.

What lessons have you learned as a result of being in the Honor Guard? Being in Honor Guard has taught me about leadership. There is opportunity to lead and take charge here, and to shoulder responsibility.

How do you contribute most to the Honor Guard Team? The Honor Guard Team becomes fairly close knit during a rotation, and it is important to keep a positive attitude. I am usually a detail leader, and try to take a turn at everything, from the different detail positions to driving the many hours to a detail.

What is your favorite part of being a Ceremonial Guardsman? My favorite part about being a Ceremonial Guardsman is the reminder it serves: of those who have served before, the importance of ceremony and recognition, of the importance of serving your country and of patriotism. I think a lot of younger people do not think about what it means to be an American.

Presenting the flag before a game, or folding the flag at a funeral, reminds the spectators and children of the importance of that flag.

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Who is your role model and why? Staff Sgt. Gonzales - he is a great leader and trainer. He is able to criticize, critique and train, and everyone is happy to have him around. He is always positive, encourages us and loves his job.

What is your single most memorable moment in Honor Guard? Being the NCO of pall bearing for a funeral will stay with anyone. The NPB is the one who hands the flag to the next of kin. The look in their eyes ... it's unforgettable.

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BASE INFORMATION Health and Wellness Center: Monday—Friday: 7:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Provides nutritional counseling, tobacco cessation, Bod Pod testing, blood pressure screening, wellness information, jogging strollers, massage, relaxation room

Hours of Operation Movie Theater: Call 963-3333 for individual show times.

Admission is $4.50 for adults, 12 years and older, and $2.25 for children 6-11 years old. “G” rated movies are $2.25 for children 3-11 years old. Visit www.aafes.com for full movie schedules.

This week’s movies: Fri., 10 Dec 10 at 7:30 P.M. - Hereafter - PG-13 Sat., 11 Dec 10 at 730 P.M. - Paranormal Activity 2 - R Family Practice Medical Clinic: Monday–Friday 7:15 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.

Fitness and Sports Center: Monday–Friday: 4:30 a.m. to 11 p.m. / Saturday–Sunday: 6:30 a.m. to 6 p.m.

Outdoor Recreation: Monday–Friday: 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Shoppette: Monday—Friday: 6 a.m. to 10 p.m. / Saturday: 7 a.m. to 10 p.m. / Sunday: 8 a.m. to 10 p.m.

Base Veterinarian: Monday–Friday: 8 a.m. to 4 p.m.

Commissary: Monday: Closed / Tuesday—Saturday: 9 a.m. – 7 p.m. / Sunday: 11 a.m. – 6 p.m.

• Doors open for disabled patrons 30 minutes early.

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

• Burger King: Mondays - Saturdays: 7 a.m. - 6:30 p.m. / Sundays: 11 a.m. - 5 p.m.

• Charley’s Grilled Subs: Mondays - Saturdays: 10 a.m. to 6:30 p.m. / Sundays: Closed • Anthony’s Pizza: Mondays - Saturdays: 11 a.m. to 6:30 p.m. / Sundays: Closed • Barber Shop: Mondays - Saturdays: 9 a.m. – 6 p.m. / Sundays: Closed • Beauty Shop: Mondays - Saturdays: 9 a.m. – 6 p.m. / Sundays: Closed • GNC: Mondays - Saturdays: 9 a.m. – 6 p.m. / Sundays: 11 a.m. – 4 p.m.

• Laundry/Dry Cleaners: Mondays – Fridays: 9 a.m. – 6 p.m. / Saturdays: 9 a.m. – 4 p.m. / Sundays: Closed • Stripes – alterations shop: Mondays – Fridays: 9 a.m. – 6 p.m., Saturdays: 9 a.m. – 4 p.m., Sundays: Closed Chapel: Monday—Friday: 7:30 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.

• Catholic Services - Weekday Mass: 11 a.m. Wednesday & Friday. / Saturday Reconciliation: 4:15 p.m. / Saturday Mass: 5 p.m. / Sunday Mass: 9:30 a.m.

• Protestant Services - Inspirational Gospel: 8 a.m. Sunday / Traditional Worship (with Children’s Church): 11 a.m. Sunday • Bible Study - Protestant Women of the Chapel (PWOC): 10 a.m. & 6:30 p.m. Tuesday / Alpha Course: 6:30 p.m.

Wednesday, Chapel Annex. Dinner prior at 6 p.m. / Truth Seekers BS: 7 p.m. Thursday, Home of Dex & Patriece For information on other faith groups, call the Base Chapel.

Chapel: Monday—Thursday: 8 a.m. – 4 p.m. / Friday: 8 a.m. – 3 p.m.

• Sunday Catholic Mass: 8 a.m. and 11:30 a.m.

• Sunday Protestant Services: 10 a.m.

• Catholic Weekday Services: 11 a.m. Tuesday & Thursday

Frequently Called Numbers

Hours of Operation Movie Theater: Call 764-7516 for individual show times.

Admission is free. Doors open 30 minutes prior to each showing.

Upcoming movies: Friday, Dec. 10 – 7:30 p.m. – Inception - PG-13 Saturday, Dec. 11 – 5 p.m. – Nanny McFee Returns - PG Saturday, Dec. 11 – 7:30 p.m. – Inception - PG-13 Sunday, Dec. 12 – 2 p.m. – Nanny McFee Returns - PG Thursday, Dec. 16 – 7:30 p.m. – The Switch - PG-13 Base Exchange: • Main store: Monday –Saturday: 9 a.m. – 8 p.m. / Sunday: 9 a.m. – 6 p.m.

• Barber Shop: Monday—Friday: 8 a.m. – 6 p.m. / Saturday: 8 a.m. – 4 p.m. / Sunday: Closed • Mini Mart: Monday—Saturday: 9 a.m. – 10 p.m.

• Uniform Center: Monday—Friday: 9 a.m. – 8 p.m. / Saturday—Sunday: 10 a.m. – 5 p.m.

Commissary: Monday: Closed / Tuesday—Friday: 9:30 a.m. – 7 p.m. / Saturday—Sunday: 9:30 a.m. – 6 p.m.

The commissary doors open for disabled patrons at 9 a.m.

• Emergency (On and Off Base): 911 • American Red Cross: 764-2323 • Bachelor Housing: 764-7646 • Chaplain’s Office: 764-7222/7912 • Commissary: 764-2020 • Military and Family Readiness Center: 764-7480 • Morale, Welfare and Recreation: 764-7601 • Navy College: 764-4493 • Navy Exchange: 764-7042 • Navy Marine Corps Relief Society: 764-7662 • Pass & Badge Office (Auto Registration): 764-4231 • Personal Support Detachment: 764-7431/7432 Health Clinic: Information Central Appointments Commanding Officer Public Affairs Officer Legal Security Safety Red Cross TRICARE Information Officer of the Day Outpatient Records Pharmacy Pharmacy Refill Only General Surgery Immunizations Wellness Radiology Internal Medicine

794-6000 794-6221 794-6200 794-6213 794-6225 794-6020 794-6557 794-6220 794-6030 794-6000 794-6050 794-6100 794-6120 794-6150 794-6850 794-6910 794-6250 794-6300

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Frequently Called Numbers • Emergency (On and Off Base): 911 • Medical Appointment Line: 963-6880 • American Red Cross: 963-3377 • Base Chapel: 963-2536 • Military Family Housing: 963-3859/ 963-3858 • Inns of Charleston: 963-3806 • Golf Course: 963-1833 • Health and Wellness Center: 963-4007 • Unaccompanied Housing: 963-3859 • Commissary: 963-5695 • Military and Family Readiness Center: 963-4406 • Education Office: 963-4575 • Base Exchange: 552-5000 • Visitor’s Center: 963-5729 • Military Personnel - ID Cards, Separations, Awards & Decorations, etc.: 963-0677

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

Preventive Medicine Military Medicine Pediatrics Physical Therapy Mental Health Occupational Health Primary Care Orthopedics-Podiatry OBGYN Lab Optometry Management Information Logistics Facilities

794-6560 794-6700 794-6350 794-6400 794-6450 794-6550 794-6800 794-6750 794-6650 794-6600 794-6880 794-6500 794-6951 794-6953

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

Exchange and Commissary holiday hours Air Force Base

Dec. 24 Dec. 25 Dec. 26 Dec. 31 Jan. 1

Main Store 7 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Closed 11 a.m. to 6 p.m.

9 a.m. to 7 p.m.

Closed

MCSS 7 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Closed Closed 9 a.m. to 6 p.m.

Closed

Dec. 24 Dec. 25 Dec. 26 Dec. 31 Jan. 1

Concession 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.

Closed 9 a.m. to 6 p.m.

Closed Closed

Shoppette 7 a.m. to 7 p.m.

Closed 8 a.m. to 10 p.m.

6 a.m. to 10 p.m.

9 a.m. to 7 p.m.

Weapons Station Food Court 10 a.m. to 7 p.m.

Closed 11 a.m. to 5 p.m.

10 a.m. to 6 p.m.

Closed

The Joint Base Charleston-Air Base Commissary will be open the Monday before Christmas from 9 a.m. to 7 p.m. and will be open Christmas Eve from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. The Commissary will be closed Christmas and New Years Day.

Dec. 24 Dec. 25 Dec. 26 Dec. 31 Jan. 1

Main Exchange 9 a.m. to 6 p.m.

Closed 9 a.m. to 6 p.m.

9 a.m. to 8 p.m.

9 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Dec. 24 Dec. 25 Dec. 26 Dec. 31 Jan. 1

Auto Port 7:30 a.m. to 6 p.m.

Closed Closed 7:30 a.m. to 7 p.m.

Closed

Mini Mart 9 a.m. to 6 p.m.

Closed 9 a.m. to 10 p.m.

9 a.m. to 10 p.m.

9 a.m. to 10 p.m.

Uniform Shop 9 a.m. to 6 p.m.

Closed 9 a.m. to 6 p.m.

9 a.m. to 8 p.m.

Closed

The Joint Base Charleston-Weapons Station Commissary will be open the Monday before Christmas from 9:30 a.m. to 7 p.m. and will be open Christmas Eve from 9:30 a.m. to 3 p.m.

The Commissary will be closed Christmas and New Years Day.

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Deadline for Retroactive Stop Loss Special Pay extended WASHINGTON – The Department of Defense announced Dec. 6 the deadline for eligible service members, veterans and their beneficiaries to apply for Retroactive Stop Loss Special Pay has been extended to Dec. 18.

The last deadline was Dec. 3.

The deadline extension is included in the continuing resolution signed by President Barack Obama Dec. 4, providing funding for federal government operations through Dec. 18.

RSLSP was established to compensate military members whose service was involuntarily extended under Stop Loss between Sept. 11, 2001, and Sept. 30, 2009.

Eligible members or their beneficiaries are required to submit a claim to their respective military service in order to receive the benefit of $500 for each full or partial month served in a Stop Loss status.

When RSLSP began Oct. 21, 2009, the services estimated 145,000 service members, veterans and beneficiaries were eligible. Because the majority of those eligible had separated from the military, the services have engaged in extensive and persistent outreach efforts throughout the year. Efforts including direct mail, engaging military and veteran service organizations, social networks and media To apply, or for more information on RSLSP, including submission requirements and service-specific links, go to http://www.defense.gov/stoploss.

Gates thanks Soldiers, asks them to thank families CAMP EGGERS, Afghanistan – Defense Secretary Robert M. Gates visited two forward operating bases in eastern Afghanistan Dec. 7, to personally thank 101st Airborne Division Soldiers who have been engaged in tough fighting and to ask them to thank their families for him.

The first visit was to Forward Operating Base Joyce in Kunar province, where Gates told hundreds of soldiers of the 327th Infantry Regiment's 1st and 2nd battalions that although they've experienced losses and hardships, they are doing important work and making a difference.

Army Gen. David H. Petraeus, commander of U.S. and coalition forces in Afghanistan, has defined their work clearly, the secretary noted.

"This is tough terrain, and this is a tough fight," Secretaary Gates said. "But as General Petraeus has said, we are breaking the momentum of the enemy, and we will reverse that momentum in partnering with the

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Afghans, and will make this a better place for them so they can take over and we can all go home."

Mr. Gates noted with gratitude that the soldiers are serving in Afghanistan at a time of year that makes it particularly difficult for them to be away from their families. He thanked the soldiers for their sacrifice, and asked them to pass his gratitude on to their families.

"Next time you're in touch with them, through e-mail or whatever, tell them I personally thank them for their support of you, for their standing behind you in letting you feel that support," Mr. Gates said.

The secretary later conveyed the same message to hundreds of Soldiers of the 1st Squadron, 61st Cavalry Regiment, at Forward Operating Base Connolly in Nangarhar province. And as he did with the Soldiers at Forward Operating Base Joyce earlier, he told them he doesn't take his responsibility lightly.

"This is kind of personal for me," Secretary Gates said. "I'm the guy who signed the orders that sent you here, and so I feel a personal responsibility for each and every one of you."

His first priority since he took office four years ago, Secretary Gates told the soldiers, is making sure they have what they need to do their jobs, succeed in their mission and come home safely.

And that mission is important, Mr. Gates said.

"It really is important, and [it's] about defending our own country," he said. "If we don't fight these guys on their 10-yard line, we'll have to fight them on our 10yard line."

Secretary Gates presented numerous awards at both bases, including Silver Star medals to six Soldiers at Forward Operating Base Joyce: 1st Lt. Stephen R. Tangen, Sgt. 1st Class John P. Fleming, Staff Sgts. Brent A. Schneider and Daniel J. Hayes, Cpl. Joshua Bush and Spc. Richard T. Bennett.

At Forward Operating Base Connolly, the secretary met privately with 18 members of the platoon that lost six Soldiers last week when a rogue Afghan border policeman opened fire on them.

The secretary posed for pictures with every Soldier present at both locations and presented each with his commemorative secretary of defense coin.

Before leaving Forward Operating Base Connolly, Secretary Gates told reporters traveling with him that being with servicemembers like the Soldiers he visited today invigorates him.

"Visiting these places and seeing these troops revives me with a little bit of energy," he said. "Particularly here, they've taken some serious losses. ... The opportunity to shake hands with all of these soldiers and thank them for all that they're doing is very inspiring."

The secretary said his meetings with commanders gave him a sense that they're confident and making "a

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good deal of headway." Though there's no question the going is tough, he added, continued progress with local governance and good district leaders is a positive sign.

Mr. Gates met later in the day with General Petraeus, Army Lt. Gen. David M. Rodriguez, commander of International Security Assistance Force Joint Command, and U.S. Ambassador to Afghanistan Karl W. Eikenberry.

IED eradication needs global attention, general says WASHINGTON – Stopping the construction and use of improvised explosive devices is more than a military problem and must be addressed broadly by all governments, the director of the agency devoted to that effort said yesterday.

IEDs are the biggest killers of coalition forces in Afghanistan, where the crude, but effective, devices are made of homemade explosives, usually fertilizer ingredients like ammonium nitrate, said Army Lt. Gen. Michael L. Oates, director of the Joint IED Defeat Organization, known as JIEDDO. "When you look at [IED] precursor materials it's not just a military problem," General Oates said Dec. 6 at the Foreign Press Center here. "You need the whole of government to work on the IED, whether it's in Iraq or Afghanistan or the rest of the world."

In Pakistan and Afghanistan, for example, government officials are trying to reduce the flow of ammonium nitrate fertilizer into Afghanistan, he said.

No ammonium nitrate is produced in Afghanistan; it all comes in across the border.

"Ammonium nitrate has a legitimate purpose as a fertilizer in Pakistan, but we don't want it [moving] into Afghanistan," General Oates said. "President [Hamid] Karzai has declared it illegal to import ammonium nitrate fertilizer and the Pakistan government has worked very hard with the producers to limit the export, legal or illegal, into Afghanistan."

The general said his organization believes this effort will have a positive impact over time.

"As we look at trying to reduce sophisticated detonation systems, our Commerce Department works with governments all over the world to limit the financing of terrorist networks," he said.

Commerce "works with commercial industries to make sure devices made for legitimate purposes are not modified to be used for destruction," General Oates said.

But almost anything that's electronic can be used as a detonator, he added, noting the recent incidents of ink toner cartridges turned into IEDs and placed on cargo planes in Britain and Dubai.

"It was just through the vigilance of security personnel that they were able to detect that device. So getting all of the government involved in this process is very important to the solution," General Oates said.

IEDs are being used worldwide to impact stable governments, he said.

"We track 300 to 400 incidents a month occurring outside Iraq and Afghanistan where people are using improvised explosive devices against law enforcement or against military security forces," he added.

During the past 90 days, at least three vehicle-borne explosive devices have been employed in attacks against Mexico's security forces –- a tactic similar to terrorist actions in Afghanistan and Iraq, he said.

Criminals use IEDs to maintain control of their illegal enterprises, and ideological groups like the Revolutionary Armed Forces of Colombia use the devices in their fight against the standing government, he said.

"Why do they use the IED? It works. It's easy to obtain the precursor material you need for a homemade explosive," said General Oates, whose organization has been asked for help by other countries.

Peru's minister of defense, General Oates said, has asked for assistance through the U.S. Southern Command, which arranged for engagement through JIEDDO. The Peruvian government, he said, is experiencing an increase in criminals' use of IEDs because of a resurgence of the "Sendero Luminoso," translated as the "Shining Path," a Maoist insurgency in Peru that partners criminals in the drug trade.

"The Peruvian government is interested in how we might use some of our experience with IEDs to help them, principally with vehicle-borne bombs and those that are in place to kill their policemen," he added.

"Across the globe, these are very easy-to-use devices," General Oates said. "They're very concealable, they're inexpensive and they are terribly devastating in most cases against civilian populations."

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