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SOUTH POTOMAC PILOT NEWS AND INFORMATION FOR THE NAVAL SUPPORT ACTIVITY SOUTH POTOMAC DEFENSE COMMUNITY
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Naval bases provide over 10,000 jobs, $1.6 billion local spending In spite of the adverse impacts of sequestration and other cost-cutting measures that the Department of Defense faced in 2013, an updated report on the economic impact of Naval Support Facility Dahlgren and Naval Support Facility Indian Head shows that the naval bases in King George County, Va. and Charles County, Md. respectively generated over $1.6 billion funneled directly into local economies in the form of payroll dollars and defense contracts during fiscal year 2013. The report also details current employment at both naval bases, which totaled over 10,000 people at the beginning of 2014. When compared to the bases’ contribution to local economies from the previous fiscal year 2012, changes to employment levels and local spending remained relatively steady. NSF Dahlgren currently employs over 7,600 people. The bulk of the workforce consists of 4,703 federal civilian employees working for nearly 20 separate military commands and supporting organizations located on the installation. An additional 422 military personnel are stationed at the base in a permanent duty status. Over 2,500 defense contractor employees who also work on the installation round out the workforce. The updated economic impact summary for NSF Dahlgren looked at the last completed fiscal year for the federal government - fiscal year 2013 - which ran from October 2012 through September 2013. In that accounting period, the combined payroll for federal civilian employees and military personnel alone totaled over $523 million. An additional $559 million in defense contract spending was allocated to companies in the local region encompassing Virginia’s Planning District
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NSWCDD-mentored student team wins U.S. State Department Ultimate Gracious Professionalism Award The 6969 RoboTigers - one of two student teams mentored by NSWC Dahlgren Division engineers - won the U.S. State Department’s Ultimate Gracious Professionalism Award here Dec. 14. The Walker Grant Middle School 6969 RoboTigers and the 7309 Metal Hornets of James Monroe High School were among 45 FIRST (For Inspiration and Recognition of Science and Technology) Tech Challenge teams competing at Battlefield High School for the Virginia FIRST Northern FIRST Tech Challenge Qualifier. “This team (RoboTigers) was a strong contender in many categories,” said Virginia FIRST judge and advisor Joey Ponthieux. “Most importantly, they displayed the core values of FIRST Robotics here today. Their open assistance to
Students mentored by NSWC Dahlgren Division scientists and engineers compete at a Virginia FIRST (For Inspiration and Recognition of Science and Technology) Tech Challenge Qualifier Dec. 14. The 6969 RoboTigers - one of two National Defense Education Programsponsored student teams mentored by NSWCDD employees - won the U.S. State Department’s Ultimate Gracious Professionalism Award at the event. U.S. Navy photo
other teams embodied the Gracious Professionalism FIRST seeks to foster.” The FIRST Tech Challenge is a mid-level ro-
botics competition for students in grades seven through 12. Teams of up to 10 students, with their teachers and mentors, build a small remote-
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COMNAVSURFLANT discusses the 21st century Sailor Story by Kimberly M. Lansdale Center for Surface Combat Systems The commander of the Naval Surface Force Atlantic (COMSURFLANT) visited Navy Air and Missile Command (NAMDC), Center for Surface Combat Systems (CSCS) and Aegis Training and Readiness Center (ATRC), onboard Naval Support Facility Dahlgren, Dec. 16. Rear Adm. Pete Gumataotao visited NAMDC, CSCS and ATRC for overviews of command projects, issues, and initiatives and to get a better sense of how the schoolhouse teaches Sailors to operate and maintain surface combat systems and provide top-notch training. CSCS Commanding Officer Capt. Don Schmieley and ATRC Commanding Officer Capt. Ian Hall hosted Gumataotao during the training discussions. “We discussed surface ship combat systems training, what we are doing to meet the Fleet’s training needs, and how we can help improve readiness,” Schmieley said. Hall discussed the training that his schoolhouse provides and how it fits within the larger CSCS domain.
U.S. Navy photo by Daryl Roy, ATRC
Rear Adm. Pete Gumataotao, commander, Naval Surface Force Atlantic, addresses Aegis Training Readiness Center’s (ATRC) students and staff about the 21st century Sailor during his visit to Navy Air and Missile Command (NAMDC), Center for Surface Combat Systems (CSCS) and ATRC onboard Naval Support Facility Dahlgren. “Not only do we provide apprentice, journeyman and mas-
ter level training for all Aegis Fire Controlmen, we write the cur-
riculum for CSCS’s Integrated AirMissile Defense Advanced Warfare
Training,” Hall said. “We look forward to the admiral’s return for an in-depth tour of ATRC’s labs and classrooms, and a chance to engage with more students.” The visit concluded with Gumataotao addressing ATRC students and staff about the 21st century Sailor. “Our Navy is very complex today,” Gumataotao explained. “Each Sailor plays a technical and tactical role in the Fleet. The 21st Sailor must apply him or herself, strive to do his or her best, be a true patriot at heart, and understand the importance of building a team. I am honored to be part of this team. I am proud to be the 21st century Sailor’s advocate on the waterfront.” The Center for Surface Combat Systems oversees the development of surface warfare training and its headquarters’ staff manages 14 learning sites, including Aegis Training and Readiness Center. CSCS provides almost 70,000 hours of curriculum and close to 700 courses a year to more than 40,000 Sailors. For more information on the Center for Surface Combat System, visit https://www.netc.navy. mil/centers/cscs/.
NAVFACWASH documents history at Indian Head Andrew Revelos Staff Writer There’s no getting away from history at Naval Support Facility (NSF) Indian Head, one of the oldest shore commands in the Navy. Established in 1890, the Navy base has long supported the service’s critical production, research, development, testing and evaluation needs. Preserving that storied history while making way for new missions is the responsibility of Naval Facilities Engineering Command Washington’s (NAVFACWASH) Environmental Department in Indian Head. NSF Indian Head’s current infrastructure was constructed piecemeal in an ebb and flow of evolving missions and funding throughout its long history. Prior to the establishment of Naval Proving Grounds at Indian Head, the Navy tested its guns at Annapolis. The ever-increasing range and power of naval guns, however, forced the Navy to find a more suitable facility for proof work. Construction of as new test site at Indian Head began in 1890 when Ens. Robert Dashiell hired local civilians to drain the marshy land along the Potomac River. Purchase of the 659 acres and initial improvements cost $ 40,000, according to an 1894 New York Times article describing those early years. The author went to great lengths to convey to readers the prudent use of those funds and the frugal nature of Indian Head’s facilities. “. This important naval sta-
U.S. Navy photos by Andrew Revelos
A sample of some of the artifacts found at Naval Support Facility Indian Head’s Stump Neck Annex during an archeology dig April 10. The item at the bottom of the photo is a stone hatchet head. tion does not gratify the sightseer who looks for the picturesque,” the author noted. Some of Indian Head’s facilities, however, such as officer housing, were indeed picturesque, as documented by drawings in the article. The contrast between graceful and utilitarian facilities continues to be a feature of the base. Today, that original officer housing is considered an eligible historic district. Production activities at Indian Head stepped up in the aftermath
of the Spanish American War, when the Navy determined that its supply of smokeless powder was lacking. Production was also increased for World Wars 1 and 2, Korea, Vietnam, Afghanistan and Iraq. In between those busy years, however, the infrastructure at Indian Head often languished. Making the most of existing infrastructure, while adding thoughtful improvements, was and is a defining challenge of every era at Indian Head. The evolving name of the base
Tommy Wright, cultural resources manager for Naval Facilities Engineering Command Washington at Naval Support Facility Indian Head, snaps a photo of Building D70 during a consultation Nov. 21. charted the installation’s everevolving missions. The Naval Proving Ground at Indian Head became the Naval Powder Factory in 1932, which later became the Naval Propellant Factory in 1958. Indian Head’s official designation became the Naval Ordnance Station in 1966 and was again changed to the Naval Surface Warfare Center Indian Head Division in 1992, before being named a naval support facility in 2005. Preserving the unique history of an old installation like Indian Head, while paving the way for its future, is an intricate balancing act. “NSF Indian Head is required by law to evaluate buildings that are approaching or are more than
50 years old for eligibility for listing in the National Register of Historic Places (NRHP),” said Tommy Wright, cultural resources manager for NAVFACWASH at Indian Head. “Currently, [Indian Head] has 270 buildings in six Historic Districts that are eligible for listing in the NRHP, as well as four industrial complexes-the Indian Head-White Plains Railroad, the Goddard Power Plant and Steam Lines, and the Moon Relay Complex located on the NSF Indian Head Stump Neck Annex.” In addition to those historic districts and features, Indian Head
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NSASP says goodbye to Lt. Geoghegan By Andrew Revelos
CARPOOL/VANPOOL WANTED Riders Needed for Vanpool from commuter lot at the corner of Houser Dr. and Rt. 208 in Spotsylvania. Depart 6 a.m., arrive on base 7 a.m. Depart base at 4 p.m. Mon. - Thurs., 3 p.m. on Fri. Drops at both sides of the base. Contact Nick Sunshine, 540-6533816. Rider wanted for 7-passenger vanpool. Departs F’burg/Gordon Rd Commuter lot at 7AM. Departs NSWCDD/Dahlgren at 4:30PM. Transportation Incentive Program System (TIPS) qualified van. Contact Antonio at (540) 653-1512 Rider seeks rideshare from La Plata to Indian Head. Call Louie, 276-971-9837 Employee moving to either Fredericksburg, Va. or Maryland is in need of commute to NSF Dahlgren. Ideal commuting arrangement would be transportation that could pick-up and drop-off at or close to place of residence. Please call for more information, Sheila 214-529-3690. Starting a Van Pool, 7-passenger van, departs NLT at 6:35 a.m. from Fieldhouse/ Courthouse Rd. commuter lot to Dahlgren, Mon-Thurs 7:15 a.m. to 3:45p.m.; Friday 7:15 a.m. to 3:15p.m. Call Cheng at 540653-5909. A-Gate commuter wanted only. Van/carpool desired from any rideshare parking area or Reston Town Center. Depart between 6 to 7a.m., return from Indian Head between 4 to 5 p.m. Call Moses, 301-743-4180.
Friends, family and wellwishers gathered Dec. 19 at the Naval Support Facility Dahlgren Chapel to say goodbye to Lt. Michael Geoghegan, who served as the Naval Support Activity South Potomac command chaplain since 2010. Geoghegan moves to Naval Station Norfolk for his next tour, where he will serve onboard USS Kearsarge. Geoghegan received a Navy Achievement Medal for his outstanding performance managing the “Installation Religious Program supporting two geographically separated installations, with two dozen commands and activities, and a workforce of over 10,000 personnel and 900 residents,” according to the award citation. Capt. Pete Nette, commanding officer of NSASP, praised Geoghegan for his accomplishments while serving the command, especially with regard to youth ministries. Geoghegan’s tour at NSASP was his first-ever Navy tour, making his performance all the more impressive, said Nette. “When you bring your line of work to the military, it can be eye-opening and challenging,” said Nette. Nette then gave the floor to
U.S. Navy photo by Andrew Revelos
Lt. Michael Geoghegan, left, receives a Navy Achievement Medal from Capt. Pete Nette, commanding officer of Naval Support Activity South Potomac, at Geoghegan’s hail and farewell event Dec. 19. Geoghegan, who thanked him as well as Cmdr. Elvis Mikel, executive officer of NSASP, and Master Chief Petty Officer James Honea, command master chief. “The captain is a brave man giving the floor to a preacher,” said Geoghegan.
“Sir, it’s been pleasure serving with you. XO, master chief, I’ve learned a lot from all three of you. I appreciate everything from you and your families as well.” Geoghegan added thanks for his own family and to everyone else who was a part of
his time at NSASP. “It’s been a good ride and a great first tour,” he said. “I look around the room and think of people who have come and gone. You really made my transition into the Navy, not only for myself, but for [my wife] Terry and the kids, easy… thank you.”
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Van or Car pool desired from Fredericksburg or King George to Indian Head, Monday thru Friday with one RDO, prefer 7a.m. to 4:30p.m., but hours can be negotiated. 703-909-3380.
Want to start a carpool? Need riders? “Commuter Clearinghouse” is a source for information on carpools or vanpools that already exist and need passengers, as well as a place for employees to advertise to start a carpool or vanpool. Whether you already operate a carpool or vanpool and are open to accepting new riders or need drivers, or if you are looking for a carpool or vanpool, provide us with information that might help you find or start a commuter opportunity, such as, where you will need to commute from and to, preferred schedule and contact information. You can send your information via e-mail to nsasp_pao_dlgr@ navy.mil or contact our office toll free at 866-359-5540, or DSN 249-8153, or 540-653-8153.
FREDERICKSBURG RIDESHARING GWRideConnect is a free ridesharing service that assists persons who are seeking daily transportation from Fredericksburg, Stafford, Spotsylvania, Caroline and King George counties to employment locations in Dahlgren among other employment sites. www.gwregion.org/gwride connect.html.
U. S. Navy photos by Andrew Revelos
Master at Arms 3rd Class Jordan Taylor, assigned to the Naval District Washington Regional Military Working Dog Division, trains with his military working dog, Tony, at Naval Support Facility Dahlgren on Dec. 19. Taylor lavished praise on his enthusiastic partner after Tony successfully located his target during the exercise. Military working dogs are highly-skilled at patrolling and detecting substances such as explosive materials and narcotics, though handlers do not discuss their dogs’ individual capabilities. NDW’s certified military working dogs are kenneled at Joint Base Anacostia-Bolling and Naval Air Station Patuxent River, but support force protection and law enforcement missions throughout the region.
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Base Happenings Dahlgren DMV2Go at NSF Dahlgren
The DMV2Go Van will be at NSF Dahlgren at the Parade Field Pavilion parking lot this Thursday, Jan. 9 from 10 a.m. - 4 p.m., and will return several times during 2014. This year’s scheduled dates are: March 6 & 7 May 19 July 17 and 18 Sept 9 Nov 20 & 21 Be sure to bring all necessary documents to take care of your DMV transactions and save yourself the time and headache of visiting a large DMV office!
Aegis Way Road Closure
Beginning Wednesday, January 8, Aegis Way will be closed daily from 0900-1500 due to safety concerns. The closure is to accommodate work being done by Dominion Virginia Power and will last for approximately four weeks. A message will be sent when Aegis Way returns to normal operations.
Indian Head IH Spouses’ Club “Treasures” Thrift Store Needs Your Donations!
The Indian Head Thrift Store “Treasures” is now open on Tuesdays from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. We’re sure you’ll love all the treasures you’ll find. Open to everyone - military and civilian! Come by and check us out. The store is located at 12 Strauss Ave. next door to the USO. Donations of gently used items are currently being accepted. Want to earn up to $5 in free items from the thrift store every month? Volunteer! Stop by the thrift store during operating hours or email ihspouseclub@live.com for information.
T&J Barbeque truck at Indian Head and Stump Neck
Come enjoy delicious T&J Barbeque at NSF Indian Head on Wednesdays and Thursdays, 11 a.m. to 1 p.m., next to the library, and at the NSF Indian Head Stump Neck Annex on Tuesday, 11 a.m. to 1 p.m., next to Building 2195. To publish information on your event or program under “Base Happenings,” contact Andrew Revelos at 540-653-6012 or email arevelos@gazette.net.
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History: Seven archeological sites at Indian Head Continued from page 2
is also home to some unique archeological sites that hold Native American artifacts. Balancing mission requirements with the need to preserve such sites is an ongoing challenge for Navy cultural resources managers. “NSF Indian Head has seven archeological sites that are considered eligible for listing on the NRHP and approximately 48 sites in need of a more intensive survey in order to determine their eligibility,” said Wright. “If the mission requires that the site be disturbed, then the Navy will conduct a comprehensive survey and determine if the site is eligible for listing on the NRHP. If the site is eligible, the Navy is required to initiate consultation with the SHPO. “At this point, the Navy will reevaluate the proposed design in order to determine if there is a possible design that will avoid disturbance of the site,” Wright continued. “If not, the Navy will consult with the SHPO and develop a plan that results in the complete documentation and removal of the artifacts from the site.” Evaluating new projects and operations keeps Wright and others in his profession busy. “NSF Indian Head conducts between 14 and 18 consultations with the SHPO per year,” he said. “They range from minor roof replacement and restoration efforts to major [military construction] projects such as P222, which included the demolition of the Goddard Power Plant and railroad tracks. Only one to two projects per year result in an adverse effect. Every project conducted on Indian Head goes through the Comprehensive Work Approval Process (CWAP) and is evaluated at that time for potential effects on cultural and historic resources. There are on average 245 projects per year that are reviewed under the CWAP process.” Last month Wright conducted a consultation for building D70 alongside Julie Darsie, cultural resources program manager for NAVFACWASH. The aged facility and its neighbors currently serve as business offices for Naval Sea Systems Command. “D70 was built in 1919 as bachelors’ quarters for those men who were working at the Powder factory,” Wright explained. “Although individually not eligible [for the NRHP], it is considered a contributing element to the Naval Residential Historic District. At the time the facility was planned, the United States was engaged in World War 1
An artist rendition of facilities at the Naval Proving Ground at Indian Head from an 1894 New York Times article describing the early years of the base. and powder was in high demand. Because local housing was scarce, it was difficult to attract workers. D69 to D71 were intended to attract workers by providing a place to reside while working at Indian Head. Men would often commute here for the week and return home on the weekends.” While Building D70 is still in active service, many historically important facilities have gone unused for several years, if not decades. Some have become a home for Indian Head’s wildlife. Others bear the environmental scars of long ago industrial production during the base’s wartime years. Exploring and documenting such sites is not always a risk-free endeavor and cultural resources managers like Wright must proceed with caution. “With the rich history of ordnance development and testing at Indian Head, discovery of unexploded ordnance (UXO) is always a possibility during survey,” said Wright. “Understanding the history of past operations provides us with information that dictates if we need to utilize a UXO technician on site prior to digging a test hole or pit.” While obstacles like UXO and the unforgiving timelines of major proj-
Julie Darsie, cultural resources program manager for Naval Facilities and Engineering Command Washington, takes notes during a consultation Nov. 21 documenting the historic features of Building D70 at Naval Support Facility Indian Head. ects are challenging, said Wright, it’s satisfying to know those projects also “protect, restore, or rehabilitates resources.” For history lovers, the burden is also a reward.
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MWR Highlights
Movie Theater 540-653-7336 Friday and Saturday: 7 p.m. Showings
Liberty Center 540-653-7277
Liberty Mountain Ski Trip
January 11 Location: Dahlgren Liberty Center Please register at the Liberty Center Liberty Center Patrons Only: E1- E6 Single/Unaccompanied Active Duty Military. Cost: $35.00, which includes transportation, lift ticket and rental equipment. Bundle up and hit some slopes at Liberty Mountain Ski Resort! For more information, please contact the Liberty Center at 540-653-7277.
Fitness Center 540-653-8580
Ballet / Jazz & Tap Classes
Registration begins on January 13 (Classes run from February 3rd - April 17th.) Location: Dahlgren Fitness Center Eligible patrons include all with base access. Cost: $50 for Military, $60 for Civilians. Children ages 5-9 will learn a combination of ballet and tap technique. Children and teens, ages 10-18, will focus on building technique, using the foundation of jazz and tap. All classes will meet on Mondays and Thursdays. Class times are: ages 5-6, 6 p.m. to 6:50 p.m.; ages 7-9, 7 p.m. to 7:50 p.m.; ages 10-18, 8 p.m. to 8:50 p.m. For more information, please contact the Fitness Coordinator at 540-653-2016.
Auto Skills Center 540-653-4900
Basic Car Care Class - FREE
January 14, from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Location: Dahlgren Auto Skills Center Eligible patrons include all with base access. Make a resolution to take better care of your car this year! This free class will teach you the basics of everyday car care to keep your car running longer and stronger. For more information, please contact the Auto Skills Center at 540-653-4900.
General Library 540-653-7474
General Library 301-744-6649
Storytime at the General Library
January 14, 4 p.m. Join Library staff for a story and activities!
Information, Tickets & Tours 301-744-4850
Ski tickets available
Take advantage of the winter weather! Stop by or call for pricing information, 301-744-4850.
Weight House Fitness Center 301-744-4461
All registrations for fitness and sports activities can be made at the WHFC Front Desk. For more information contact 301-744-4661. The Weight House Fitness Center welcomed the New Year with an Open House, 5K race and 10lb Challenge KickOff event. The last day to register for the 10lb Challenge is Friday, February 7th; $10 weigh-in.
NFL Bench Press Competition
The NFL Bench Press Competition (Indian Head versus Dahlgren) will take place during the last week of January. Sign up between the 27-31st and see how many reps you can lift of a preset weight. Prizes will be given to 1st place in each weight category. Free for all participants.
Basketball Tournament
Team registrations are out for the 5v5 Basketball Tournament that will take place early March. Free for AD/RET Military and $5 for all other eligible patrons.
Power House Meet
Lifters are gearing up for the Power House Meet scheduled for Friday, February 28th. The meet will consist of a squat, bench and deadlift for both male and female divisions of varying weight classes. Free for AD/RET Military and $25 for all other eligible patrons.
Price of Shows Civilians - $5 AD, Retired, Reserve, Family Members (E7 - above) $4 AD, Reserve, Family Members (E6 - below) - $2.50 Child (6-11) - $2; Child (5 and under) - Free Tickets for a movie shown in 3-D are an additional $1 Friday, January 10th 7 p.m. - Homefront, R Saturday, January 11th 7 p.m. - Out of the Furnace, R Friday, January 17th 7 p.m. - Philomena, PG-13 Saturday, January 18th 7 p.m. - Tyler Perry’s: A Madea Christmas, PG-13
Fleet and Family Support Center January Programs Dahlgren
6-10 Command Financial Specialist Training 0800-1600 13 Stress Management 1300-1430 14 Basic Financial Planning 0900-1100 16 Deployment Discussion 1200-1300 17 Job Hunting 1000-1100 27 Preparing for Baby 0900-1200 27 Stress Management 1300-1400 28 Anger Management 0900-1200 28 Sponsorship Training 1300-1400 30 Resume Writing Intro 0900-1200 30 Resume Writing Advanced 1300-1600
Indian Head 8 8 15 15 22 22 29
Resume Writing Into Stress Management Sponsorship Training Deployment Discussion Resume Writing Advanced Stress Management Interview Techniques
1000-1230 1300-1500 1030-1130 1200-1300 1000-1230 1300-1500 0900-1200
Winter Wonderland at NSF Indian Head!
Paws for Reading - FREE
January 14, from 3:45 p.m. to 5 p.m. Location: Dahlgren General Library Please register at the library in advance Eligible patrons include all with base access. Sign up for your 15 minute appointment to read to and pet a furry friend. For more information, please contact the General Library at 540-653-7474.
Bowling Center 540-653-7327
Scotch Doubles Tournament
January 18, at 6 p.m. Location: Dahlgren Cannonball Lanes Bowling Center Eligible patrons include all with base access. Cost: $20.00 per team. Teams of two will bowl three games and the top three teams will be awarded trophies. Please register at Cannonball Lanes. For more information, please contact Cannonball Lanes at 540-653-7327.
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Young and the young at heart didn’t let a lack of snow get in the way of sledding at MWR’s Winter Wonderland on Dec. 21 at Naval Support Facility Indian Head. Artificial snow on a sledding hill brought thrills to adults and children alike at the yearly event.
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Community Notes Dahlgren Skate 4 Wesley on Jan. 19
Come support Wesley Berry at Skate4Wesley on Jan. 19 from 5:30 - 7:30 p.m. at Stan’s Skateland in Montross. Cost is $10 and includes skate rentals. Wesley continues his battle against cancer and all proceeds benefit his fight. If you have any questions, please contact Paula Berry at 540-775-5655 or Marengo@crosslink.net.
Love Thy Neighbor Interest Meeting
Love Thy Neighbor, a non-profit agency in King George that provides support to those in need, will hold an interest meeting that’s open to everyone on Fri, Jan. 17 from 9 a.m. - Noon at the King George Citizens Center. Come and learn more about the amazing work that Love Thy Neighbor is doing in the King George Community and find out how you can help!
Support Colonial Beach Schools
On Sunday, Jan. 5, the old Colonial Beach High School building, which was currently serving as school storage, was destroyed in a fire. This included the destruction of all school and office supplies for the school system. Donations are needed to assist Colonial Beach students with supplies for the rest of the school year. The school district is in desperate need of any type of school supplies, office supplies, copy paper, etc. Anyone connected with school divisions, they are also in need of some classroom tests or practice tests. Mr. Andrew Hipple (Principal, CBHS) is the POC for all donations. He can be reached at email: ahipple@cbschools.net or phone 804.224.7166 during school hours. Checks payable to Colonial Beach Schools can be sent to: Colonial Beach High School, 100 First Street, Colonial Beach Virginia 22443. Donations can also be dropped at the King George Journal office on Rt. 3 in King George.
King George Relay for Life 2014 Kickoff Celebration!
Come out and celebrate the kickoff the New Relay for Life Year on Jan. 18 at St. Paul’s Episcopal Church between 11 a.m. and 1 p.m.! Hear what we have in store for 2014, meet our committee members, taste chili, mini luminary ceremony, celebrate survivors, hear our guest speaker and register your teams! A chili cook off will benefit the King George Relay for Life. For more information, email Jessica Delgado at jeidyamidala@yahoo.com or Ursula Oesterwinter at Ursula@crosslink.net.
UMW Spring Professional Development Courses
Registration is open for our spring professional development courses. Courses currently scheduled are: • Project Management Professional (PMP) Certification Exam prep course • Society for Human Resource Management (SHRM) PHR/SPHR Certification Exam prep course Both courses start in February, and run for 10 weeks. Please visit http://profdev. umw.edu for course dates, locations, and registration information.
Indian Head Registration Available Dec. 4 for Middle School Basketball Leagues
Starting Dec. 4, middle school students can register to play in the high school basketball preparatory league. This league is designed to allow middle school students who have dreams of playing high school basketball an opportunity to play against their peers. There will be an eight game regular season with playoffs. Players can only play at the middle school community center that they currently attend. Students attend-
16 - which includes Fredericksburg and Stafford, Spotsylvania, Caroline and King George Counties - and southern Maryland, pumping a total of more than $1 billion into surrounding communities. The updated economic report for NSF Dahlgren also analyzes where the base workforce lives. Information available on 4,855 federal civilian employees and military personnel working at Dahlgren shows that over 1,845 people (38 percent) live in King George County. Most of the remaining workforce is spread between Spotsylvania County (740 people, 15 percent), the City of Fredericksburg (465 people, 9.5 percent) and Stafford County (435 people, 8.9 percent). Over 300 civilian employees and military personnel working at NSF Dahlgren commute from points in southern Maryland. They account for nearly 7 percent of the base’s workforce. By comparison, NSF Indian Head currently employs over 3,000 people. The bulk of the workforce consists of 1,988 federal civilian employees working for a dozen separate military commands and supporting organizations located on the installation. An additional 575 military personnel are stationed at the base in a permanent duty status. Over 460 defense contractor employ-
Chesapeake Choral Arts Society Announces Auditions for 2014 Season
Do you like to sing? The Chesapeake Choral Arts Society will be conducting auditions on Monday, Jan. 13, beginning at 6:30 p.m. by appointment. Alternate dates may be arranged. All auditions will take place at Peace Lutheran Church, 401 E. Smallwood Dr, Waldorf, Md. 20602. Auditions will consist of vocal warm-ups, pitch matching and vocal exercises to determine the singer’s vocal range. No prepared piece is necessary! High School age singers and older are welcome! The choir meets regularly from September through June, rehearsing at Peace Lutheran Church on Monday evenings from 7-9 p.m., and produces three different concerts throughout the season. The remaining concerts this season are “Music of the Great War (WWI)” on Saturday and Sunday,
March 29 and 30; and “Mozart Requiem” on Saturday and Sunday, June 21 and 22. For more information about CCAS please visit www.chesapeakechoral.com. Please call Carol at 301-642-0594 to set up an audition appointment.
Snakehead Naming Contest Begins Jan. 7
Snakeheads are considered a good eating fish but who wants to order snakehead for dinner? The Charles County Commissioners invite citizens to participate in a Snakehead Naming Contest. Beginning at noon on Tuesday, Jan. 7, go online to www. CharlesCountyMD.gov/snakehead-namingcontest http://www.charlescountymd.gov/ snakehead-naming-contest and submit ideas for a new and improved name for the snakehead fish. Only one submission per individual will be accepted. Entries must be submitted no later than Thurs., Feb. 6, 2014 11:59 p.m. EST. The snakehead is a fish from Asia that appeared in our waters several years ago. Snakehead fish are top-level predators, eating anything that swims their way, and can “walk” on land. National Geographic nicknamed the snakehead, “Fishzilla.” The first phase of the Snakehead Naming Contest runs for 30 days from Tuesday, Jan. 7 through Thursday, Feb. 6. At the end of phase one, a panel of judges will select three entries to move forward in the contest. The second phase of the Snakehead Naming Contest begins Tuesday, Feb. 18 and ends Thursday, March 20. During this time, the public will be able to vote online for one of the three selected entries. Prizes will be awarded to three individuals whose entries receive the most votes. The final, winning name will be sent to the Maryland Department of Natural Resources in hopes that the state will consider the name as the snakehead’s new, “official” name.
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ing private school must play for the center in their appropriate school zone. Practice is estimated to start the week of March 11. This program is open to all students in grades six through eight for the 2013-2014 school year. Divisions include the following: • Sixth grade boys • Seventh grade boys • Eighth grade boys • Sixth, seventh, and eighth grade girls Registration fee is $90 (or $75 if registered by Feb. 16). The registration deadline is March 2. Save $15 if you register by February 16. Register online at www.CharlesCountyParks.com. For more information, call 301-934-9305 or 301-870-3388, ext 5152. For information on other programs offered by Community Services, visit our website at www.CharlesCountyParks.com, or call 301-934-9305 or 301-870-3388. Those citizens with special needs please contact the Maryland Relay Service at 711, or Relay Service TDD: 800-735-2258.
ees who also work on the installation round out the workforce. With all but one military command on base reporting for fiscal year 2013, the combined payroll for federal civilian employees and military personnel alone totaled over $337 million. An additional $217 million in defense contract spending was allocated to companies in southern Maryland. While fiscal year 2013 data was not available for the Joint Interoperability Test Command located at NSF Indian Head, the organization accounted for an additional $7.5 million in federal civilian payroll and another $22.8 million in local defense contract spending in fiscal year 2011. The updated economic report for NSF Indian Head also analyzes where the base workforce lives. Information available on 2,533 federal civilian employees and military personnel working at Indian Head shows that over 1,665 people (65.7 percent) live in Charles County. Most of the remaining workforce is spread between Prince Georges County (182 people, 7 percent) and St. Mary’s County (131 people, 5 percent). Over 140 civilian employees and military personnel working at NSF Indian Head commute from points in Virginia. They account for nearly 6 percent of the base’s workforce.
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controlled robot using a custom robotic platform created specifically for FIRST. “The students had a phenomenal time and have come back with a new energy and enthusiasm,” said NSWCDD computer scientist Marin Kobin. “We’re excited to see what they’ll be able to do between now and their next competition in February.” The FIRST mission is to inspire young people to be science and technology leaders, by engaging them in exciting mentorbased programs that build science, engineering and technology skills, that inspire innovation, and that foster well-rounded life capabilities including self-confidence, communication, and leadership. The National Defense Education Program (NDEP) sponsored RoboTigers and Metal Hornets teams worked closely throughout the design and build processes under the guidance of NSWCDD mentors Kobin and Cassandra Robison. During the season, teams document their progress and the process behind the creation and deployment of their robot. They compete for several awards in areas that include engineering, design excellence, and sportsmanship “Students designed robots to tackle a variety of challenges this year,” said Kobin. “They used robots to score blocks into
baskets on a pedestal, push blocks into a scoring zone under the pedestal, navigate a ramp in the middle of the field, and raise a flag or hang from an elevated bar for bonus points.” NSWCDD scientists and engineers Matthew Vaerewyck, James Smith and Michael Shore joined Kobin and Robison to volunteer at the event. The students from both NSWC Dahlgren-mentored teams agreed that the best match of the day was when they were allied against the newest Orange County team and the Colonial Forge High School team. “The match started off with an autonomous period that looked as though all the robots were choreographed to move perfectly in sync, and ended in a perfect tie,” said Kobin. The teams returned home from the competition with renewed enthusiasm and energy, and will compete next at the North Central Qualifier on Feb. 8, 2014. For additional information on the programs and events, please visit the FIRST website at www.usfirst.org or the Virginia FIRST website at www.vafirst.org. NSWCDD employees interested in becoming involved as a team mentor are encouraged to contact NSWCDD FIRST Site Coordinator Jane Bachman for additional information.
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