Aug. 1, 2013 'Painful' Review Looked at Every Corner of DOD, Winnefeld Says A management review ordered by Defense Secretary Chuck Hagel in light of sequestration was a collaborative process that involved not just the office of the secretary of defense, but also took in the opinions of combatant commanders, the services and the Joint Staff, Navy Adm. James A. Winnefeld
July 31, 2013 No decisions yet on cutting furlough days, official says Despite media reports that say Defense Department civilians may face up to five fewer furlough days, "no decisions have been made at this time," a Pentagon spokesman said July 30.More than 640,000 civilian employees are being furloughed one day a week for 11 weeks, Navy Lt. Cmdr. Nate Christensen
July 25, 2013 Commentary: Role models I had an interesting discussion with my chief's group a couple weekends ago. The topic was leadership, and it was not astonishing to hear one of the more seasoned chiefs tell me that one of the most important aspects of his leadership is his function as a role model to his young Airmen. So, that got
July 23, 2013 Reservists stay mission ready while delivering humanitarian aid Reservists from the 315th Airlift Wing delivered more than 86,200 pounds of humanitarian aid this weekend while conducting a vital training mission.The mission delivered donated food, clothing and medical supplies to orphanages and schools in Haiti and El Salvador and is estimated to help 11,200
July 23, 2013 Joint AES training mission highlights Air Force Reserve’s commitment to efficiency When personnel are injured in Afghanistan, help is no farther away than a medic's tactical field care, a nine-line medevac request and a helicopter flight to a forward operating base. Depending on the severity of an injury, a wounded service member might be sent to Landstuhl Regional Medical Center
July 21, 2013 315th Airlift Wing junior NCOs prepare for future leadership roles Members of the 315th Airlift Wing at Joint Base Charleston, S.C., completed a three-day junior NCO training event here today.The purpose of the training was to ensure that up and coming NCOs are provided with the necessary tools, training and information resources to become the next generation of
July 19, 2013 DOD Girds for More Budget Reductions, Carter Says Ten days after unpaid furloughs began nationwide for many DOD civilian employees as a measure to meet sequester cuts, Deputy Defense Secretary Ash Carter said yesterday the department is planning for similar budget cuts that may continue into fiscal year 2014 and perhaps beyond.Carter spoke with
July 19, 2013 Local VA to hold 6th Annual Welcome Home Job Fair Lowcountry Veterans seeking employment have an opportunity for a little job-seeking help from the VA and local employers at the Sixth Annual Veterans Welcome Home Job Fair Event in the Charleston Area Convention Center Aug. 8, 9 a.m. to 2 p.m.The VA is inviting Veterans, service members and their
July 19, 2013 Stay connected with social media without sacrificing career Engaging in social media can be a positive experience that entertains, keeps people connected and allows opinions to be expressed on a wide variety of topics.In some cases though, social media can ruin personal reputations or careers, and create an open window for criminals to access personal
July 18, 2013 315th Airlift Wing announces latest quarterly award winners Selection boards for Airman, noncommissioned officer, senior NCO, junior officer, field grade officer, and Air Force civilian have announced 315th Airlift Wing winners for the 1st quarter (January - March).Winners are:· Airman of the Quarter Senior Airman LiAsiaTillman, 317th Airlift Squadron · NCO