April 28, 2011 DOD official cites need for expanded family support networks The Defense Department is working to expand and integrate its network of military and civilian helping professionals to ensure military families receive the support and care they need for years to come, the DOD official who oversees family programs said here April 27."History has shown that by
April 25, 2011 First Lady Aims to Improve Military Families' Lives First Lady Michelle Obama stood tall behind a podium in the White House's East Room, her husband close at hand, as she addressed a packed audience of high-ranking military and government officials.Although it was a high-powered crowd, the first lady wasn't there for the officials or for the
April 21, 2011 DOD authorize Armed Forces Service Medal for Haiti relief efforts Department of Defense officials approved the Armed Forces Service Medal for personnel assigned to Operation Unified Response who participated in humanitarian relief assistance to the people of Haiti following a 7.0 earthquake Jan. 12, 2010.Members who supported Operation Unified Response between
April 20, 2011 With the ORI coming, the 315th is on the clock Members of the 315th Airlift Wing received hands on instruction in preparation for the November ORI over the combined April Unit Training Assembly here. The hands on training included weapons familiarization, self aid and buddy care and how to survive and operate in MOPP gear."A cross section of
April 18, 2011 New DoD/VA eye clinic opens at Weapons Station Joint Base Charleston and VA opened a shared optometry clinic on the Weapons Station side of Joint Base Charleston this week offering better access to world-class eye services to area military and VA beneficiaries. The new clinic is located in building 746 on Pulaski Street in Goose Creek close to
April 18, 2011 DOD Launches Sexual Assault Response Helpline Defense Department officials today launched the Pentagon's newest initiative to support victims of sexual assault.The DOD Safe Helpline allows service members to click, call or text for victim support services for themselves or others.The resource is free, anonymous and confidential. Those who need
April 17, 2011 Wing recognizes Diamond Sharp Award winners During the April Unit Training Assembly, two members of the 315th Airlift Wing were awarded the Diamond Sharp Award. Senior Airman Casey Griffin, 701st Airlift Squadron and Senior Airman Michael Mothena, 317th Airlift Squadron were both given the award by their First Sergeants to recognize
April 17, 2011 First Sergeants feed the masses The 315th Airlift Wing First Sergeants Association treated the wing to some fantastic food on Apr.17 during the Unit Training Assembly. For only six dollars, hungry folks were given half a chicken with sides and a drink. Nobody left with an empty stomach or without a smile on their face. All
April 17, 2011 Wing bids final farewell to former commander Members of the 315th Airlift Wing and family and friends of former 315th AW Commander, Major General Robert B. Stephens, gathered together on Apr. 16 at the Joint Base Charleston Air Base for a memorial service honoring him. In September 1988, he was selected as the vice commander, then became
April 16, 2011 April enlisted promotions Congratulations to all of our enlisted Air Force Reservists who were promoted in the month of April.Airman First Class Logan C. Beeman 315th Security Forces SquadronJordan W. Gaffey 81st Aerial Port SquadronHector J. Lopez 317th