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USS GONZALEZ TESTS PUMA AT SEA

By MC2 D.C. Ortega USS Gonzalez Public Affairs

ATLANTIC OCEAN

The guided-missile destroyer USS Gonzalez (DDG 66) conducted testing of an unmanned aircraft system during a Composite Unit Training Exercise (COMPTUEX).

RQ-20A Puma (Block II) is the second iteration of the all-environment models and is used in situations with a greater need for maneuverability, such as maritime interdiction and counter-piracy operations.

The all-environment term comes

from its ability to withstand temperatures ranging from -20 to 120 degrees Fahrenheit, an inch of rain per hour, and wind speeds of 25 knots.

Also it is fully operational day or night. Its smart batteries and waterproof body allow for many types of missions all over the world.

“When I first checked aboard USS Gonzalez I wasn’t expecting to get the opportunity to run the PUMA project, but after working with the equipment and people, I realized its capabilities are innovative and resourceful,” said Ensign N. Sanchez.

“It augments what we are already

capable of doing. It really aligns with the chief of naval operations’ mandate to ‘operate forward and be ready.’”

Nine of the 12 PUMA team members are enlisted PUMA operators.

Each was hand-picked as the best in their field by the command and attended a two-week course in Camp Lejeune, North Carolina.

“We spent countless hours doing classroom and field training. It was a lot to learn, but we all walked away really confident in our abilities to

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■ PUMA II Above: Quartermaster 3rd Class N. Wylie launches PUMA II, a small unmanned aircraft system aboard guided-missile destroyer USS Gonzalez (DDG 66).

Photo by MC2 D. C. Ortega.

Destructive Behavior Workshop 2015

By MC3 Desmond Parks Navy Public Affairs Support Element East

VIRGINIA BEACH

Micheal Mink Machinist’s Mate 1st Class Jaime Ortiz, Navy Region Mid-Atlantic (NRMA) emergency management specialist, explains the importance of flood insurance to Naval Aircrewman (Helicopter) Tricie Schweitzer at a National Emergency Preparedness display.

If a man repeatedly flirts or touches your wife at a bar after having a few shots, and you punch him in the face, is it an alcoholrelated incident?

How should your command-

ing officer handle insubordination toward a chief publicly struggling with alcoholism?

Is insisting on “consent” enough to develop a healthy perspective of sex that will prevent sexual assault and rape?

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BE INFORMED, MAKE A PLAN, BUILD A KIT

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Navigation system maintenance technician pilot class graduates

By Kimberly M. Lansdale

By Micheal Mink Navy Region Mid-Atlantic Emergency Management Office

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September is National Emergency Preparedness Month. A time when everyone should ask themselves the question, “Am I Navy ready?”

“National Preparedness Month is a great time to remind everyone to be in-

formed, make a plan, build a kit and stay informed,” said Capt. Peter Nette, Navy Region Mid-Atlantic, or NRMA, director of Operations and Public Safety. “You should always be ready, but September is another way to remember prepare not just for the month but for every day. A great resource is Ready Navy.”

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The Navy’s newest Navigation System Maintenance Technician (NSMT) course graduated its first pilot class after completing a 13week training course, Sept. 11.

Training was conducted by the Center for Surface Combat Systems Unit (CSCSU) Dam Neck, in conjunction with Surface Training Systems Program Office (PMS

YORKTOWN CHAPEL Due to recent contract issues Catholic Services at Nelson Chapel will be temporarily suspended after Sept. 30. Every effort is being made to return to the regular worship schedule as soon as possible. Chaplain Jim Rutan and Religious Programs Specialist 1st Class Brittany Lamb are available to answer any questions regarding this matter. Call 887-4711 for more information.

When Sonar Technician (Submarines) 1st Class Scott Dean first found out that he had been selected in fiscal year 2014 for chief petty officer (CPO), it was a bittersweet moment. Earlier that month, after four years of graduate school and ministry, application packages and interviews at the Chaplain Appointment and Retention Eligibility (CARE) Advisory Board at the Pentagon, he had been selected for direct accession into the Navy Chaplain Corps.

Now, with commissioning documents directing an August commissioning and follow-up orders to report to Officer Development School in Newport, Rhode Island, and Chaplain School in South Carolina, he was unable to participate in CPO 365 Phase II training and be pinned along with his fellow CPO selectees. Excited to pursue his calling to military ministry and to serve Sailors, Marines, Coast Guardsmen, and their families, he also felt saddened he could not see the consummation of 11 years of enlisted service in advancement to CPO. “Beginning in boot camp, and throughout my whole career, I had always been impressed with the competence, professionalism and servant leadership demonstrated by so many chiefs, senior chiefs and master chiefs, with whom I had served,” now Lt. Scott Dean, a Navy chaplain, said. “To be selected as a chief petty officer was incredible and happened because so many of them dedicated their time to me along the way.”

Commissioned Aug. 1, 2013, in front of a packed house at the Kings Bay Chapel with his submarine crew from USS Rhode Island (SSBN-740) in attendance, Dean went through the requisite training and entered the Navy Chaplain Corps with the same enthusiasm and hard work ethic that had led to his selection as a CPO.

339) at the Naval Sea Systems Command and Naval Air Warfare Center Training Systems Division.

The 14 students were the first group of technicians to have experienced the benefit of a high fidelity, navigation maintenance training simulator.

“The main difference with this course is that it gave us the chance to become familiar with the procedures, maintenance and inner

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Courtesy photo Command Master Chief David Moore, left, presents an “Honorary Chief” plaque to Lt. Scott Dean, Wing chaplain, at the 2015 Helicopter Sea Combat Wing Atlantic Khaki Ball.

CSADD EVENT Sailors a part of the Pearl Harbor Coalition Sailors against Destructive Decisions (CSADD) chapter participated in a Suicide Prevention Month gate awareness event at Joint Base Pearl HarborHickam, Sept. 24.

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FROM THE REGION CMC Who’s your mentor?

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By CMDCM (SW/AW) Gregg Snaza Navy Region Mid-Atlantic Command Master Chief

Most of us can identify people who have had a significant and positive impact on our lives. I would argue most of us could not achieve success without the support and guidance from others. These people that help us along the way are called mentors.

Mentors can be friends, relatives, co-workers, teachers, as well as historic or contemporary personalities. Most often, a mentor is a more experienced, older person who acts as a role model, compatriot, challenger, guide or cheerleader.

So who’s your mentor? Do you have one? Does the person know he or she is your mentor?

A little more than six years ago the chief of naval operations challenged the Navy’s leadership to ensure every Sailor was assigned a mentor. Years into this tasking, I often wonder if we have made enough progress in this arena. Does every Sailor really have a mentor? As I travel throughout the fleet, when I ask about mentorship, I often get the correct definition of the word, but routinely fail to hear from Sailors who their mentors are. In a perfect world every Sailor would have meaningful mentorship.

Mentorship is invaluable to our Navy. Think about it – who taught you about your rating? Who helped you out when others didn’t have time to? Who helped you make your own life decisions by providing you advice and counsel without actually telling you how to live your life? Is there someone like that in your past? If so, that person is probably a mentor.

While it is possible to succeed in the Navy without a mentor, having a mentor makes things much easier.

The benefits of an outstanding mentoring connection are limitless.

Mentoring essentially links you with a more experienced Sailor for professional development. The degree of mentoring varies depending on the goals and needs of the protégé’. So what does a mentor do?

Mentors are coaches. Mentors should enhance your job skills and push your intellectual development. Additionally, they pass along information, provide candid feedback about your perceived strengths and development needs, and point out opportunities for you to develop and demonstrate your capabilities. Simply put, they push you to success.

Shipmates, I can’t think of a single Navy leader I’ve met in the past 32 years that didn’t have a great mentor. As you climb in rank, you start to realize how important it was for others to assist you in your own career. Whether your mentor was assigned to you or your mentor grew out of a long-term professional relationship, you probably don’t (or

can’t) realize what an impact this person is having on your career and life.

Have you even been to a retirement ceremony? Ever hear a retiree go on and on about a person that helped him or her along the way – so much in fact that they now realize without his or her help they would have never achieved so much? That kind of admiration and respect is a byproduct of successful mentoring.

One of the best aspects of mentorship is that mentoring has an uncanny way of sustaining itself. What I mean is, Sailors who have good mentors often go on to be great mentors themselves. The process tends to repeat itself and that’s a great thing. The best mentor is a person who realizes others can make a difference and then goes out and finds a Sailor to help. The more of this we see the better our Navy will be.

Now, I want to be clear about something. Mentorship comes from many people. The most natural, logical mentor is someone in your own rating (often in your own chain of command). Whether you consider the person a mentor or not, your supervisor is charged with being a mentor and providing you the tools and opportunities you deserve for a successful career. There’s no escaping that responsibility if you are a supervisor.

Having said that, sometimes we all need a little boost along the way from someone we admire and respect outside our normal chain of command. The relationship often starts quite naturally – you seek someone’s advice and it turns out the person not only gives you the information you need, but also takes an interest in you and then starts to ask you now and then how things are going. Over time, you realize that person is actually mentoring you. In the very best case scenarios, mentors can last an entire career. There is no geographical limit for mentorship. I’m proud to mentor many Sailors in many paygrades all across the fleet. I have never let geography hold me back. Phone calls, emails or letters are good alternative methods of communicating if your mentor is not stationed with you. I know several people who have said their best mentor was their first chief. It’s not uncommon to see that “first chief” at a person’s retirement ceremony for a little public thanking.

My advice to you is simple: If you are a supervisor, you should be mentoring someone. If you are junior to someone (we all are junior to someone by the way) then you should have a mentor. In almost every instance, you should have a mentor and be a mentor. The two are not mutually exclusive.

I’ll leave you this week with a challenge. If you don’t have a mentor, go find one. I can only tell you from experience that having a mentor is in your best interest. Chiefs, talk to your people and ask them who their mentor is. If they can’t answer the question, help them find one.

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NAVAL HOSPITAL PENSACOLA RELEASES BUTTERFLIES FOR SUICIDE PREVENTION MONTH Naval Hospital Pensacola held a special observance for Suicide Prevention Month Sept.

18. The observance began with an awareness walk and concluded with the reading of a suicide prevention proclamation by Capt. Sarah Martin, commanding officer, Naval Hospital Pensacola, and the release of 36 butterflies. “The butterflies symbolized freedom and beauty,” said Lt. Holly Black, NHP’s suicide prevention coordinator.

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NMCP ER nurses, simulation training team support Continuing Promise 2015 ■ about CP15 Continuing Promise is a U.S. Southern Command/U.S. 4th Fleetconducted deployment to conduct civil-military operations with partner nations and to show the United States’ continued support and commitment to Central and South America and the Caribbean.

By Cmdr. Christopher Niles, Lt. Robert Williamson, and Ensign Norving Gutierrez Continuing Promise Public Affairs

USNS COMFORT, AT SEA

A training team from Naval Medical Center Portsmouth’s (NMCP) Bioskills Simulation and Training Center and Emergency Room nurses embarked the Military Sealift Command hospital ship USNS Comfort (T-AH 20) in support of Continuing Promise 2015 (CP-15) from April through Sept. 2015.

The multidisciplinary team was led by Cmdr. Christopher Niles, who currently serves as Comfort’s senior nurse educator and department head for the Casualty Receiving (CASREC) department.

Nine additional staff members comprised of nurses and Hospital Corpsmen joined Niles in CASREC to serve as instructors for the Trauma Nurse Care course (TNCC), the Tactical Combat Casualty Care course (TCCC), Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS), Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) and Basic Life Support (BLS).

Additional tasks included instructor’s simulation drivers, moulage experts and assisting with the coordination of mass casualty training exercises, code blue drills, man overboard drills, pandemic outbreak drills and general trauma training.

The embarked team assisted in the training of 1,000 medical personnel during two multidisciplinary mass casualty drills, 16 code blue drills, four general trauma drills and three pandemic and infectious disease drills containing over 50 simulated casualties. The simulated casualties included life actors with moulage gear and high-fidelity patient care simulators.

During the series of mass casualty drills, simulated patients were triaged on the ship’s flight deck and then moved to CASREC for continued treatment.

Once in CASREC, patient simulators augmented the shipboard actors as training aids for continued treatment. The simulators allowed the medical providers to perform hands-on training skills including: intravenous (IV) and intraosseous placement, chest tube placement, intubation, defibrillation with live electricity, tourniquet placement, and focused assessment with sonography for trauma (FAST) exams. Several of these simulations were recorded to provide staff with performance improvement opportunities and feedback.

The training was accomplished by providing moulage for the liveactors and utilized advanced patient simulators.

Additionally, senior Nurse Corps officers served as observers and

facilitators, challenging the staff’s critical thinking skills and enhancing the overall learning experience.

After each drill, the training team members provided feedback and discussed lessons learned with the crew to encourage an environment of continuous improvement, efficiency and quality.

The training team consisted of NMCP Nurse Corps officers, Hospital Corpsmen and a civilian volunteer representing Latterday Saints Charities. The team brought with them first-hand experience in emergency medicine and real-world experience with combat medicine and humanitarian assistance from their previous operational assignments.

The training team taught three Tactical Combat Casualty Care courses (TCCC) to 15 shipboard personnel and over 130 host nation personnel, as well as nine ACLS classes, seven PALS classes and 12 BLS classes to over 890 host nation participants.

Additionally, the team facilitated ten skill stations for first time deployed personnel at the “Skills Station Fair”, teaching a range of topics including basic electrocardiogram (EKG) interpretation, suture skills, IV placement, bagvalve mask ventilation, cardiac monitoring, defibrillator use, nasogastric tube placement, FAST

scan assessment, respiratory and circulatory assessment.

This mission was the first time that advanced patient simulation equipment was used aboard Comfort while underway. The collaboration with host nation partners greatly enhanced the military medicine objectives of the common goal of interoperability of a combined medical force and increasing the familiarity of partner nation military medicine practices, capabilities and experiences through the use of subject matter expert exchanges (SMEEs).

“Having the simulation equipment has increased my skills as a junior nurse corps officer and my confidence in the ability to deliver high quality care,” said Ensign Norving Gutierrez, assigned to CASREC. “The training here is so realistic that it reminds me of real-world scenarios that I have encountered while deployed to combat zones as a prior enlisted Hospital Corpsman with the Fleet Marine Forces.”

Gutierrez’s statements were furthered echoed by other members of the training team and crew.

Lt. Robert Williamson, an emergency room nurse assigned to CASREC and former Navy Diver, said he had little experience working with the simulators prior to the deployment, but now regularly uses

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“This level of realistic training significantly increased the practical knowledge and confidence of our staff,” said Williamson. “With this equipment, I was able to conduct several drills each day, covering multiple topics. In a real world environment, the first-hand exposure to all of these situations could potentially take months, possibly years.”

Williamson added that the training contributed to a deeper level of understanding and application of ACLS, PALS, and other algorithms that are used in daily practice.

“The experience, education, and confidence gained by training with the simulators teach an amazing level of critical thinking and decision making to our staff,” he said.

The Comfort training team also implemented the Team Strategies and Tools to Enhance Performance and Patient Safety (Team STEPPS) system into each of their training scenarios and classes in order to improve communication and skills that are vital to successful teamwork in the healthcare environment.

The Team STEPPS system was developed by the Department of Defense’s Patient Safety Program.

The goal of the system is to increase a team’s awareness and understanding of the roles within that team in order to improve the sharing of information and eliminate barriers to patient safety.

The program gives every team member the ability to provide crucial information to the team and uses a simple process of escalation to ensure that all input, regardless of the source, is given the appropriate amount of consideration. The training serves to empower members to have a more proactive role within the team and encourages people to speak up when they notice preventable mistakes and changes in the patient’s condition.

The training team is currently preparing to setup a permanent simulation center aboard Comfort that will be used to conduct training for future missions.

Plans are currently underway to gain accreditation from the American College of Surgeons through collaboration with the Bioskills and Simulation Center located at Naval Medical Center Portsmouth.

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USS Lincoln holds command field day and barbecue Left: Aviation Boatswain’s Mate (Handling) Latoya Thompson and Gunner’s Mate Seaman Lenyse Nieves, assigned to the aircraft carrier USS Abraham Lincoln (CVN72), compete in a bungee run during a command field day and barbecue sponsored

by Huntington Hall Morale Welfare and Recreation in Newport News, Sep. 18.

Lower left: Aviation Boatwain’s Mate (Handling) Airman Hartland Jones throws a softball at a dunk tank during the Lincoln command field day and barbecue, Sep. 18.

Lower right: Aviation Maintenance Administrationman Airman Lindsey Witten and Seaman Jason Anderson arm wrestle during the Lincoln command field day and barbecue, Sep. 18.

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LOCAL SHOPPERS WIN $250 NEX CARD

By Kelley Stirling Navy Exchange Service Command Public Affairs

VIRGINIA BEACH

Two local Navy Exchange (NEX) shoppers are the winners of a $250 NEX gift card this month after completing a survey about their shopping experience.

Fire Controlman 3rd Class Elizabeth Strange, stationed aboard USS Truxton (DDG 103), homeported in Norfolk, normally shops at the NEX on board Naval Air Station Oceana.

Strange said, one of the NEX Oceana cashiers recommended that she go online and fill out the customer feedback survey, which can be found at www.mynavyexchange.com, so she did, and “Boy, am I glad I did,” said Strange.

Navy spouse Jasmine Nelson won a $250 NEX gift card after filling out a survey about her shopping experience at the NEX on board Joint Expeditionary Base Little CreekFort Story last month.

“I decided to fill out the survey because I thought maybe I might get lucky and

Courtesy photo Courtesy photo Navy Exchange Little Creek General Manager Anna Esguerra presNavy Exchange Oceana General Manager Melissa Dodson-Dozier ents Navy spouse Jasmine Nelson with a $250 NEX gift card. Nelson presents FC3 Elizabeth Strange with a $250 NEX gift card. Strange won the gift card after taking the Customer Feedback Survey. won the gift card after taking the Customer Feedback Survey.

win, and I did,” said Nelson.

The survey is advertised on the back of the receipt each customer gets after shopping at the NEX. When the customer visits MyNavyExchange. com, the “take a survey” link is near the bottom of the page.

The customer has the option

to take the “customer feedback survey” or “NEX advisory panel.” Taking the customer feedback survey enters the authorized shoppers for a chance at a $250 NEX gift card.

“These surveys are important instruments for us to know how things are going

at the stores from our customer’s perspective,” said Michael Conner, Navy Exchange Service Command, vice president of Marketing Insight. “It helps us see what we are doing right and where we can improve.”

For the customer feedback

survey, four shoppers selected each month to win a $250 gift card and, according to Conner, there are between 2,000 and 3,000 shoppers who participate in the survey.

“That’s an excellent chance of winning a gift card,” said Conner.

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Global Ties: Royal navy Sailors visit Truman in training exercise

By MC3 Ethan T. Miller USS Harry S. Truman Public Affairs

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Representatives from the United Kingdom’s Royal navy embarked aircraft carrier USS Harry S. Truman (CVN 75) for an international training opportunity, Sept. 11-13.

“It’s all about relationships,” said Rear Adm. Bret Batchelder, commander, Carrier Strike Group (CSG) 8. “We are extraordinarily fortunate to enjoy the relationship and the partnership we have with the United Kingdom – it’s on a very grand scale at many levels. Specifically, this visit was to learn from them and offer suggestions on things that they can do as they reincorporate aircraft carrier capabilities into their forces; the folks that came and visited are integral to those efforts.”

The visit served to strengthen global ties while helping prepare the U.K. for the launch of their new Queen Elizabeth-class carriers.

“I think the whole excitement back home in the Royal navy is the fact that we’re buying two large-deck aircraft carriers, HMS Queen Elizabeth and HMS Prince of Wales,” said Commodore Jerry Kyd, commander, United Kingdom Carrier Strike Group. “The first one, of course, is now launched – she’s in the water and we’ll be taking her on to the

high seas at the backend of next year. So we’re here on the Truman to learn from the United States Navy, to see how you’re doing business today so in the future we can come and work and fight alongside you – wherever that may be around the world.”

Batchelder added CSG-8’s current involvement in Composite Training Unit Exercise (COMPTUEX) allowed the guests a unique insight into the inner workings of a carrier strike group.

“You know, timing is everything,” said Batchelder. “We were lucky enough to be in the training environment right now as we prepare to deploy and the opportunity presented itself. They were kind enough to host us at Portsmouth, U.K., about a month or two ago on a visit where we got to see their efforts.”

During their visit, the Royal navy representatives witnessed a variety of Truman’s evolutions, from flight deck operations to strike group coordination. Royal air force Commodore Harv Smyth, F-35 Lightning Force commander for the Royal air force and Royal navy, said seeing the crew tackle different training scenarios helped to draw parallels for the new carriers.

“It’s a perfect exposure for us, just to see how you make sure you’ve got all your ducks in a row before you deploy off into harm’s way,” said Smyth. “It will have been ten years of a gap in carrier operations when

MCSN E. T. Miller From the left: Royal navy Capt. K. Houlberg, Royal navy Commodore T. Williamson, Royal air force Commodore H. Smyth and Royal navy Commodore J. Kyd, pose for a photo on the flight deck of aircraft carrier USS Harry S. Truman (CVN 75) during a familiarization visit.

we put Queen Elizabeth to sea, so there’s only a select handful of us who used to do it back in the day that still remain. This learning has been absolutely essential and we’re really very grateful for the hosting we’ve had – it’s been exceptional.”

Above the training and operations, however, it was the crew that impressed the visitors. Kyd added he would be proud to serve alongside Truman, and is enthusiastic for the future of the Royal navy.

“Whenever you come aboard an American aircraft carrier like the Truman, you’re just blown away,” said Kyd. “The scale, the combat power and also the professionalism that comes through from everyone – right from the most junior Sailor all the way up to the Admiral. It’s inspiring and sometimes when I look here from the U.K. I think to

myself, ‘That is what we’re aiming for.’

With the Queen Elizabeth, that’s where we’re going to get to.”

As Truman moves toward its turn on the front lines, preparing to fight and win at sea, more opportunities for integrated training may arise. Batchelder said these experiences help strengthen our partnership for the future.

“Like I said, it’s all about relationships – and the relationships we’re building now will last generations,” said Batchelder. “I would also offer that we’re working efforts to hopefully embark some junior officers in the Royal navy to come aboard while we cross the Atlantic or another occasion, so that 20 years from now people who have been working together for many years are in leadership positions where they can influence outcomes.”

NAVFAC Atlantic awards utility service contract

By Tom Kreidel, NAVFAC Atlantic Public Affairs

NORFOLK

Virginia Electric and Power Co., doing business as Dominion Virginia Power, of Richmond, Virginia, is being awarded a $14,720,937 firm-fixed-price utility service contract for purchase of renewable solar electric energy for Naval Station (NAVSTA) Norfolk.

The work to be performed pro-

vides for approximately 40,000 megawatt hours per year of electricity to NAVSTA Norfolk from a renewable generation source in accordance with electricity supply and delivery requirements of Virginia state law. Delivery must be eligible for scheduling and wheeling across Dominion Virginia Power distribution lines to the master meter of NAVSTA Norfolk.

The commercial operation date is expected to be no later than April

1, 2016. Maximum contract unit price will be equal to or less than the current rate paid by NAVSTA Norfolk for conventional power.

The contract base period of performance is ten years from September 2015 to September 2025 and contains one unexercised option, which if exercised, would increase cumulative contract value to $35,617,312 and extend the period of performance an additional ten years to September 2035. No funds

will be obligated at time of award.

The contract will be primarily funded by fiscal 2016 through fiscal 2025 working capital funds (Navy).

This contract was procured under the authority of Title 10 U.S. Code 2304(c)(1), statute expressly authorizes that full and open competition need not be provided for when services required by the agency are available from only one responsible source, as implemented by Federal Acquisition Regulation 6.302-1.

The Naval Facilities Engineering Command (NAVFAC), Atlantic in Norfolk, is the contracting activity (N62470-15-C-4004).

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Aviation Boatswain’s Mate (Handling) 3rd Class Matthew Peace gives a ride on a P-25 Mobile Fire Fighting Vehicle on the flight deck of the amphibious assault ship USS Kearsarge (LHD 3) during Family Day.

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Kearsarge holds Family Day

By MC2 Aren Everett USS Kearsarge Public Affairs

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Sailors welcomed friends and family members aboard USS Kearsarge (LHD 3) for Family Day on Sept. 19, allowing them an inside view of life on board the ship.

“It was a great opportunity for families to come on board and see how their Sailors live on a daily basis,” said Senior Chief Culinary Specialist Ronald Moody. “It was very interactive for the families.”

Many activities were planned for the visitors, including damage control demonstrations in the hangar bay and on the flight deck, exhibits, games, entertainment and a picnic lunch.

Sailors helped their guests put on fire fighting equipment and spray fire hoses, offered rides on P-25 Mobile fire Fighting Vehicles (MFFVs) on the flight deck and gave tours of their work spaces.

Logistics Specialist 3rd Class Nolan Prinze said, “I’m here with a friend of mine. We’ve gone down to the forward pit and the aft diesel room, and we’ve

been up to the bridge, combat, and the flight deck.”

“Coming from a smaller ship in the Coast Guard, it’s very impressive here because some of the stuff is the same, but there’s a lot that’s more extensive and you guys have a lot more than we do!” said Coast Guard Seaman Valerie Kim, Prinze’s guest.

“It’s been a good way to show our friends and family what we do and what our mission is,” said Prinze.

Guests were invited to attend awards and reenlistment ceremonies and participate in coloring stations for children, Sumo wrestling and cornhole on the flight deck, while the Kearsarge band played for entertainment.

The festivities concluded with a picnic lunch on the flight deck.

“We planned for over 2,000 people. We just wanted to make it quick and easy, but very good food,” said Moody. “I’ve heard nothing but good critiques.”

Kearsarge is scheduled to deploy to the U.S. 5th and 6th Fleet area of responsibility in support of maritime security operations and theater security later this fall.

MCSN Daniel Gheesling The daughter of a Sailor aboard USS Kearsarge (LHD 3) mans a fire hose in the hangar bay during Family Day.

MC2 Aren Everett Damage Controlman 2nd Class Keith Hunter helps his son don fire fighting gear in the hangar bay of the amphibious assault ship USS Kearsarge (LHD 3) during Family Day.

Sailors and their families enjoy a picnic on the flight deck of the amphibious assault ship USS Kearsarge (LHD 3) during Family Day. Kearsarge is scheduled to deploy in support of maritime security operations and theater security later this fall.

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Kauffman decommissioned after 28 years in service

Continued from front Fast forward two years.

Now in his second tour as a Navy chaplain, Dean was working with a CPO from one of his helicopter squadrons, Chief Aerographer’s Mate Carl Porter, assigned to Helicopter Mine Countermeasures Squadron (HM) 15, and Porter asked him about his prior enlisted experience.

“I told him about my dual selection as chief and chaplain,” Dean said. “He [Porter] suggested that I could still go through the CPO 365 Phase II training, and that he had seen a limited duty officer go through it at a previous command. It got me thinking about the possibility.”

A week later, Dean brought it up to Helicopter Sea Combat Wing, U.S. Atlantic Fleet (Wing), Command Master Chief (CMC) David Moore and Commodore Pat Everly.

“I took a copy of the message from the Selection Board that had my name on it and asked them both what they thought,” he said. “At first, I got some very confused looks. However, both the commodore and CMC supported it, expressing only that they needed to speak with their chain of command. After the CMC spoke with the Force CMC at Naval Air Forces Atlantic, they decided to allow it, due to my previous selection to chief.”

Dean and Moore sat down and discussed the reasons why Dean wanted to go through CPO 365 Phase II, and felt that it would be a good experience overall – both to learn what he had missed out on during the six weeks of training and to gain the respect and trust of the Wing Chiefs Mess.

As time went on, and Dean did his physical training and participated in fundraisers with his fellow selectees and the Wing Chiefs Mess, they came to accept and mentor him through the CPO 365 Phase II season.

At the culmination of the CPO 365 Phase II season, the Khaki Ball, Dean was pinned an “Honorary Chief” and stood side by side with the recently accepted chiefs of fiscal year 2016, as they and their families were welcomed into the Chiefs Mess.

“Becoming a chief is more than simply attaining the next rank, it’s developing and cultivating a mindset that enables the chief to carry out the mission that is always before them, which is to develop junior Sailors, train junior officers, and serve as a sounding board for senior leadership on enlisted matters,” Moore said. “Only the rank of chief petty officer has a direct impact on the leadership of E1-O10. CPO 365 Phase II allows the Chiefs Mess to further focus the development of newly selected chiefs, so they are properly equipped for that mission.

Chaplain Dean now has an intimate understanding from the perspective of a chief; therefore, I have no doubts that the understanding gained will further aid him in relating and caring for the men and women of our great Navy.”

The entire CPO 365 Phase II training was an experience that Dean will remember for a long time to come.

“Now I understand in a whole new way the importance of the CPO 365 Phase II season,” he said. “There is a complete paradigm shift that takes place from E-6 to chief petty officer, and it takes the entire community of the Chiefs Mess to train and mentor the new selectees to prepare them to don this new mantle of leadership and professionalism.”

Dean stated that his sponsor, Chief Aviation Structural Mechanic Todd Lucas and the Wing Chiefs Mess, were instrumental in helping him to understand the lessons taught throughout the season.

“They were incredibly supportive throughout the process,” he said, “I’m here because of them. I’m grateful for my recently pinned chiefs as well, for their acceptance and help through CPO 365 Phase II. I am confident all of them will do incredible things as deckplate leaders. Finally, I couldn’t have done it without my family, wife Kelly and our three boys, Aven, Zachary and Brennan. Their understanding and help through the season got me through some of the hardest times.”

Since his pinning as an “Honorary Chief,” Dean has noticed an increased ability to serve his Sailors and work with senior enlisted leaders throughout the command.

“With Mess ‘buy-in,’ the chaplain’s ministry is much more robust, allowing for greater support and care for our Sailors.”

Plankowners and crew depart guided-missile frigate USS Kauffman (FFG 59) for the final time during the ship’s decommissioning ceremony. Kauffman is the final operational Oliver Hazard-Perry class frigate to decommission.

MC2 (SW) Shane A. Jackson

WORKSHOP Continued from front dressed during a Destructive Behavior Workshop held at the Vista Point Center on board Naval Station Norfolk, Sept. 22-23, hosted by Capt.

Chuck Marks, U.S. Fleet Forces Command sexual assault prevention and response (SAPR) officer.

The workshop, the last of 12 annual workshops for command leadership delivered this year, introduced new approaches to prevent and respond to destructive behavior.

“The workshops have been in place since about 2008,” explained Marks.

“But, we’ve been evolving the content every year based on feedback from the fleet and our recent studies and campaign planning to counter destructive behaviors.”

The workshop, presented in four parts over two days, contained content tailored to deckplate supervisors, command triads, and program managers – command climate specialists, equal opportunity officers, drug and alcohol program advisors, sexual assault prevention and response points of contact, unit victim advocates, family advocacy program coordinators, urinalysis program coordinators, and suicide prevention coordinators.

“In a lot of the training we’ve had in the past, it’s been all about the policy, the rules, the regulations,” said Marks. “Over the last couple of years, we’ve been shifting to a model for giving people the tools they need to do their job and to be better equipped to deal with some of these complex

PREPARE

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class convenes Nov. 2 Continued from front workings of the equipment for each different system in the pipeline, while giving us a fully operational platform to work with for operational and troubleshooting purposes providing a wealth of experience across the board before we even step foot onto a ship,” explained Electronics Technician 2nd Class Matthew Turner, a student in the program.

Capt. Len Remias, CSCS Unit Dam Neck’s commanding officer, says the pilot course was a success.

“The electronics technicians learned about the navigation system as an end-to-end system rather than smaller standalone pieces, such as the Bridge and Navigation System (IBNS) and AN/WSN-7 Ring Gyro Navigation (RGN),” Remias explained. “This course is addressing the gap for technicians who do not currently have the opportunity to train in a ‘system of systems’ environment. The NSMT simulator allows students to learn how the individual navigation components integrate and provide navigation information to users throughout the ship.”

The NSMT features a Virtual Maintenance Performance Aid (VMPA). The

VMPA provides a virtual environment that supports training in Combat System Operational Sequencing System (CSOSS) operations, Planned Maintenance System (PMS), system alignment, troubleshooting, and repair.

“No longer will technicians go to the fleet with just one aspect of navigation,” said Chief Electronics Technician Cedric Alexander, CSCS Unit Dam Neck’s leading chief petty officer. “They will now understand how the system works as a whole and what it provides for the ship.

The simulator is pivotal in bringing this all together and in giving new Sailors a sneak preview of what it looks like to be on a Destroyer.

“Blending the simulator experience with actual Technical Training Equipment (TTE) that matches the equipment in the fleet is a great way to teach technicians. It not only provides them a visual aid through technology, but also hands on experience with the actual equipment they will be responsible for in the fleet.”

The next step is to apply adjustments to the curriculum that were identified in the pilot course and be ready for the first official class, convening Nov. 2.

Ready Navy is designed for the Sailor and the entire Navy community. Ready Navy provides information, tools, and resources that allow the Navy family to more aptly prepare for, react, and recover when faced with any emergency, with or without advanced warning.

Ready Navy covers an array of hazards individuals may encounter, ranging from hurricanes and earthquakes to terrorist attacks. The material, tips, and recommendations provided by Ready Navy are closely aligned with those offered to the public by Ready. gov and other authoritative government resources to include the Federal Emergency Management Agency, the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration, and the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.

Ready Navy creates a state of mind for Navy personnel and families to be and stay prepared for any potential hazard throughout the year, something leadership takes very seriously.”

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issues – these are not the ‘general military training’ kind of tools.”

Recent Navy efforts to improve training are making a difference. According to Marks, after recent Bystander Intervention to the Fleet training sessions, the Navy has seen a surge in reporting from the fleet, situation reports, and First Flag Reports indicating a positive rise in sexual assault intervention.

Future training efforts, like Chart the Course and the overhaul of the General Military Training program, will build off of these recent successes.

Mike Domitrz, founder of the Date Safe Project, appeared as the keynote speaker for this year’s workshop. The Destructive Behavior Workshop is just one of the workshops the Date Safe Project presents to help improve organizational approaches to preventing sexual assault.

“I started after my sister was sexually assaulted in 1989,” explained Domitrz. “About a year or so later, I started speaking out, because I didn’t want to see this happen to other families and other survivors. That’s how this all began.”

Domitrz’s presentation stressed that consent is a stepping stone, but there is much more that people need to pursue in order to have a healthy, respectful relationship – one that goes beyond a mutually agreed upon episodic experience.

The workshop concluded with a comedy performance delivered by comedian Bernie McGrenahan. Although the comedian opened with a light-hearted routine, the close of his act shared a somber account of his

– and his younger brother’s – battle with drugs and alcohol.

McGrenahan’s destructive behaviors led to problems with employment, encounters with the law, and a six-month incarceration following his third DUI. His younger brother’s similar issues with drugs and alcohol ended with suicide, motivating McGrenahan to seek counseling and maintain sobriety in the decades following.

According to Marks, suicide is the most prevalent destructive behavior among service members for fiscal years 2013 and 2014 combined, followed by alcohol-related incidents, domestic abuse and sexual assault.

Navy statistics show that 15 percent of Sailors struggle with some form of destructive behavior: suicide or suicidal ideations, alcohol incidents, domestic violence, sexual assault, and prescription drug abuse. The Navy has an obligation to help its Sailors counter these behaviors, to include providing meaningful programs like this workshop, to give them the tools to help them treat themselves and others with respect.

By changing approaches on interpersonal relationships and empowering Sailors with knowledge of their rights and boundaries, U.S. Fleet Forces Command is committed to positively changing these behaviors.

“We’re collectively raising the bar, and that’s encouraging because it means our Sailors are taking these concepts and tool on board and applying them constructively to their lives,” said Marks.

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gency preparedness during September is not without cause. The month is in the middle of hurricane season, which runs June 1 through Nov. 30 each year. The months throughout fall, typically sees more tropical storms and hurricanes than the summer months of hurricane season, according to the National Weather Service’s National Hurricane Center, and it is only one threat of emergency that occur throughout the year.

Ready Navy is a proactive Navywide emergency preparedness public awareness program. It is designed for the Navy community to increase the ability of every person and family on or near Navy installations to meet today’s challenges head on and plan and prepare for all types of hazards, ranging from hurricanes and earthquakes to terrorist attacks.

By exploring the links on the Ready Navy site, personnel can educate themselves on a number of ways to prepare during and after National Emergency Preparedness Month. Pointers such as being informed of potential hazards and what to do before, during, and

after an emergency; understanding the steps to make an emergency plan that includes what to do, where to go, and what to take with you; learning to build a kit to support basic needs for a minimum of three days; and accessing tools and resources to help you and your family prepare for emergency situations that could arise at any time are all available on the site.

Another valuable resource available to personnel is the AtHoc Wide Area Alert Network, or WAAN. By registering with AtHoc WAAN, Navy personnel can receive weather and other emergency alerts by workstation, email, phone call or text.

To register with WAAN, visit www.cnic.navy.mil/regions/ndw/ about/waan.html.

“Following your local weather updates and ensuring compliance with preparedness guidance is an essential part of the emergency preparedness process,” said Ruth Reich, NRMA Emergency Management director.

“Advanced preparedness is the key to having an advantage over any inclement weather situation.”

| Advanced Navy surveillance technology

Continued from front operate PUMA successfully and help carry out the Navy’s mission,” said Operations Specialist 2nd Class E. Luck, the first female PUMA pilot.

A two-person team controls PUMA locally; it can also be remotely controlled inside the skin of the ship.

At the end of operations it can land on the ship’s deck in a net or in the

ocean with follow-on retrieval by rigidhull inflatable boat. In case of an inability to recover, no information can be taken as all information is transmitted to, and kept within, the receiving ship.

PUMA weighs 13.5 pounds with a wingspan of just over nine feet and has an operating altitude of 500 feet or higher, in order to maneuver above terrain.

“It has been exciting to field this

technology in a robust environment such as the Composite Training Unit Exercise,” said Cmdr. Stefan Walch, Gonzalez’s commanding officer. “We have learned a lot of lessons that will prepare us for deployed PUMA operations on destroyers.”

PUMA II brings advancement in surveillance technology to the Navy to help ensure the maritime safety of our allies.

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DOD provides ‘unconditional’ support for ‘lean in circles’ The Department of Defense is providing “unconditional” support for “Lean In Circles,” or peer-to-peer mentoring groups, to help in empowering women and to propel them into leadership roles, Defense Secretary Ash Carter said, Sept. 21. » see B6

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RESEARCH VESSEL NEIL ARMSTRONG DELIVERED Carol Armstrong, ship’s sponsor for the Auxiliary General Purpose Oceanographic Research Vessel (AGOR), R/V Neil Armstrong (AGOR 27), breaks a bottle across the bow during a christening ceremony in Anacortes, Wash. Photo

by John F. Williams.

AGOR 27 will provide significant capabilities in support of research efforts across the world and throughout the marine science community.”

-Mike Kosar, program manager for Support Ships, Boats, and Craft in PEO Ships

Team Ships Public Affairs ANACORTES,WASH.

The Auxiliary General Purpose Oceanographic Research Vessel (AGOR), R/V Neil Armstrong (AGOR 27), was delivered to the Navy, Sept. 23.

Armstrong will carry on the legacy of the naval aviator and astronaut who stated, “Research is

NSA Bahrain promotes mental health awareness

By MC2 Adam K. Thomas U.S. Naval Forces Central Command Public Affairs

MANAMA, BAHRAIN

Lt. Adam Demeter Chief Aviation Boatswain’s Mate (Fuel) Hawa Jenkins, left, a recruit division commander, instructs Seaman Recruit Cohlena Jones-Tipton, from Salem, Ore., on proper hair grooming standards.

COMPETITIVE FLAG SYSTEM PROMOTES TEAMWORK AMONG RECRUITS

By Sue Krawczyk Recruit Training Command Public Affairs

GREAT LAKES, ILL.

Training Group 46 was the first graduating class to earn the Battle Efficiency, or Battle “E”, flag under the new competitive system at Recruit Training Command (RTC), Sept 25.

This new system has created the opportunity for the divisions to work together as one to excel in their basic training.

“The new flag system better reflects the Navy’s focus on mission accomplishment through teamwork. The old system had the unfortunate effect of pitting divisions against one another instead of

encouraging divisions to work together to improve overall performance,” said Cmdr.

Nancy Fink, Military Training director for RTC. “Other Navy commands earn the Battle ‘E’ because of their across-theboard command success. RTC now mirrors that spirit of teamwork and mutually high expectations.”

The recent changes to the scoring system now require an entire training group of divisions – those who share the same graduation date – to collectively exceed standards to earn the Battle “E” designation.

A training group that excels in every phase of training quali-

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Mental Illness Awareness Month, also known as Mental Health Awareness Month, was established in 1990 by the U.S. Congress in recognition of efforts by the National Alliance on Mental Illness to educate and increase awareness.

The more service members know about the mental health programs that are available to them, the more equipped they’ll be in terms of de-

tection and description of these symptoms to command medical care professionals, who can accurately diagnose and treat the symptoms.

“All of us need to keep aware of our own mental health,” said Lt. Griselda Haywood, a Mental Health counselor at Naval Support Activity Bahrain. “The more we bring awareness, hopefully, the easier it will be for people to come forward and seek help when they need it.”

People can become misinformed from the Internet or unknowingly do things that could trigger mental

NAVSEA, Washington Navy Yard to host cybersecurity forum

creating new knowledge.”

Armstrong is a well-equipped modern oceanographic research platform capable of satisfying a wide range of research activities conducted by academic institutions and national laboratories involved in oceanographic research.

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health issues. By providing personnel with preventative information and offering informative classes, personnel can gain accurate information and a great support system that is in step with healthy lifestyle habits.

“If you notice a friend or family member may be suffering from a mental illness, there are things you can do to help,” continued Haywood.

“Be present for them without passing judgment or reacting with shock.

Let them talk about what they’re going through and then make sure they get to the right people for help.

Most times people suffering from mental health issues just want relief from the mental pain they’re experiencing, so talking about it out loud and then getting the right help can bring a sense of hope and comfort.”

Cowpens holds cruiser modernization induction

By MC2 Phil Ladouceur Naval Surface Force, U.S. Pacific Fleet Public Affairs

Naval Sea Systems Command Corporate Communications

SAN DIEGO

The Naval Sea System Command (NAVSEA) will host a cybersecurity industry day at the Washington Navy Yard to provide industry with information on cybersecurity-related contracting opportunities for various NAVSEA and Program Executive Offices, Oct. 30.

Attending cybersecurity businesses will hear from NAVSEA leadership, cybersecurity managers and contracting experts from NAVSEA and five Program Executive Offices. The forum will address challenges in protecting data – monitoring, detection and containment of external and internal threats.

The guided-missile cruiser USS Cowpens (CG 63) was inducted as the first ship to undergo a modernization effort that will significantly upgrade its capabilities in multiple mission areas, Sept. 25, at Naval Base San Diego.

The CG Phased Modernization Program is designed to balance the Navy’s long-term requirement for a carrier strike group air defense commander (ADC) platform and its future shipbuilding requirements.

“We are saving money, preserving force structure, and generating options for leadership,” said Vice Adm. Tom Rowden, commander, Naval Surface Force, U.S. Pacific Fleet.

As part of the ceremony, Cowpens was transferred from the authority of Rowden to Vice Adm. William

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MILITARY OMBUDSMAN APPRECIATION DINNER TO BE HELD IN VIRGINIA BEACH Joint Expeditionary Base Little Creek-Fort Story and the Navy League of Hampton Roads will host the annual Hampton Roads Ombudsman Appreciation Dinner at 6 p.m., Thursday, Oct. 1, at the Virginia Beach Convention Center. Martha Faller, chief of naval operations (CNO) Ombudsman at Large, will be this year’s guest speaker.

The Ombudsman Program was introduced to the Navy on Sept. 14, 1970, by CNO Adm. Elmo Zumwalt, in Z-gram 24, as a means to address issues and concerns that are unique to Navy families. While the date is significant to the history of the program, commands are encouraged to celebrate the event at any time deemed appropriate during

the month of September.

Most ombudsmen are the spouses of active duty or selected reserve members of the command. The Navy family ombudsman is a highly-trained volunteer who is able to offer support and guidance to command families and to act as an official liaison between the command and its families.

The Navy Ombudsman plays an important role in the success of a command's mission.

Ombudsmen are the first step for family members to turn to during a crisis, guiding Navy families to the proper resources they need. That, in turn, helps their Sailors with assurance that their families are being taken care of at home.

Gold Star Resources View the Navy Gold Star newsletter at www.navygoldstar. com for up-to-date information on the Navy Gold Star program.

American Gold Star Mom’s Cornhole Tournament Saturday, Oct. 10, 9:30 a.m.

Chesapeake – Eagle’s Nest 1723 Parkview Dr. To register call 420-9191 or contact gsmcornholetournament@gmail.com.

American Gold Star Mothers - An organization of Mothers whose sons or daughters served and died that this world might be a better place to live. We honor our children by assisting veterans who served and those who are wounded or incapacitated as well as those who currently serve on active duty.

All funds raised will go towards our mission to provide service for veterans, wounded warriors, and military.

National Gold Star Registry goldstarfamilyregistry.com

Gold Star Mother’s Day honored at Little Creek Above: Aline Silvia, second left, and Mary Clark, 88, from Virginia Beach, get ready to cut the cake after a service at the Joint Expeditionary Base Little Creek-Fort Story chapel to honor Gold Star Mother’s Day on Sunday, Sept.

27. Joining them are Capt. Frank Hughlett, commanding officer of Joint Expeditionary Base, left, and Capt. Lou Schager, commanding officer of Oceana Naval Air Station. Silvia’s son, Billy, died in 1967 during the Vietnam War, and Clark’s son, Michael Hopkins, died in 1966.

Left: Violet Stroud, left, from Virginia Beach, and Ginny Bourgeois from Port Smith, Va., listen to Capt. Frank Hughlett.

Gold Star license plate http://bit.ly/1NP7Zrb http://1.usa.gov/1KPwnZT Honor and Remember www.HonorandRemember.org Tragedy Assistance Program www.taps.org Military Scholarships for Spouses and Children www.foldsofhonor.org Gold Star Wives www.goldstarwives.org Gold Star Moms www.goldstarmoms.com U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs www.va.gov Society of Military Widows www.militarywidows.org/home.aspx

Photos by Thé N. Pham | The Virginian-Pilot

Gold Star Moms Chapter Meeting

The struggles of finding balance

By Sara Jane Arnett Military Spouse Contributor

It’s after midnight and I lay awake thinking about what I forgot to do today. It’s been a very busy and hectic week as all three of my boys are in multiple after-school activities such as guitar and drum lessons, religious education classes, flag football, gymnastics, and soccer. Every night of the week is claimed, with the exception of Fridays – that is our designated “family movie night” – which consists of ordering carry-out from Papa Johns, renting a Redbox new release, drinking pop, and spreading out a table cloth on the living room floor while we settle in for the night to pig out on pizza and watch

our movie … together at last!

It’s another one of those time of separations that we’re combating as my spouse is away from us for a year. Although it’s a “must” to keep the boys and myself engaged and steadily stimulated with after-school activities, I will admit that I’m struggling to find a good balance between everyday life, school, emotional and mental needs not to mention keeping in touch with family and friends. Sometimes, I feel it’s impossible to keep a check with everything going on in our family’s lives, but I’m quickly reminded to prioritize what is really important … who is important and what actions I’ll take these next few weeks after the balance is no longer off.

With every new challenge, there are opportunities to grow. Without growth, there cannot be balance. If you find yourself stuck in the same rut time after time, know that there are resources, friends, family, and support systems to help you along these troubled patches. Prioritize and find yourself amazed at the strength you have as your visualize yourself achieving a sustainable balance not only for yourself, but for your family.

Sara Jane Arnett is an active Army spouse, mother of three rambunctious boys and military children’s author of “My Daddy’s a Soldier.” In 2011, she was selected as the “Heroes At Home” Military Spouse of theYear and also received the prestigious Military Police Corps “Order of the Vivandiere” award.

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Pearl Harbor CSADD Sailors bring suicide prevention awareness

By MC2 Johans Chavarro Navy Public Affairs Support Element Detachment HawaiiS

PEARL HARBOR

Sailors a part of the Pearl Harbor Coalition Sailors against Destructive Decisions (CSADD) chapter participated in a Suicide Prevention Month gate awareness event at Joint Base Pearl Harbor-Hickam, Sept. 24.

The event was held to bring light to the Navy’s Everyday Sailor, Every Day campaign, “1 Small Act.” The campaign is designed to encourage dialogue and provide early resources to prevent suicide with simple, everyday actions that can ultimately save lives using the Navy’s “ACT” (Ask Care Treat) bystander intervention model.

“Every life is precious, and the fight is year-round,” said Capt. Mike Fisher, OPNAV N171 director. “We want people engaged with their shipmates every day of the year.

We’re talking about being there for every

Sailor, every day.”

And with their slogans and posters held over their heads, the handful of Sailors from the Pearl Harbor CSADD chapter aimed to do just that.

“We’re just trying to send a positive message out there to let people know that CSADD does care and you only do have one life to live,” said Pearl Harbor CSADD President Boatswain’s Mate 2nd Class Anthony R. Ramos. “All it takes sometimes is one small act, maybe like this gate awareness, to help someone if they’re having a bad day. Just us being out here may show someone that even though things may not be going well at the moment, there is always going to be someone out there who cares about you.”

According to Ramos, the “1 Small Act” initiative is a responsibility all Sailors should have toward one another, not just as shipmates, but also as family.

“We all need to know that we are all impor-

tant to each other, and that every life matters,” said Ramos. “When you think about it, when you join the Navy that’s another family you have. We’re all brothers and sisters. We’re all one big family. So if you start to see everyone out there promoting how one small act can make a difference, it’s going to start opening people’s eyes and let them know, ‘OK, I really do have somebody to talk to.’”

Ramos recollected on a time he and his peers were faced with the challenge of approaching a friend and shipmate about suicide and how the simple act of talking to them helped bring perspective to their situation.

“Once we talked to this Sailor, we tried to make them realize why their life was important: Their kids, their career, the leadership impact they had on, not just me, but everyone around them,” said Ramos. “Sometimes people forget that everything you do is a blessing. This Sailor ended up snapping out of it and just made chief this last cycle.”

MC2 Johans Chavarro Boatswain’s Mate 2nd Class Luis Maleta, assigned to Joint Base Pearl Harbor-Hickam (JBPHH) participates in a Suicide Prevention Month gate awareness event at JBPHH.

Boatswain’s Mate 2nd Class Mark Bonner, Pearl Harbor CSADD vice president, echoed Ramos’ sentiments and the importance of having the courage to make that one small act, to take that first step.

“It’s like a ladder. One small step could lead to another, which could lead to something bigger,” said Bonner. “If we can impact just one Sailor, one person, that’s what matters.”

USNA seeking enlisted applicants for Class of 2020

By MC2 Tyler Caswell U.S. Naval Academy Public Affairs

ANNAPOLIS, MD.

With the recent release of ALNAV 065/15, the U.S. Naval Academy (USNA) is now accepting motivated Sailors and Marines, active and reserve, for admission to the Class of 2020.

Successful candidates will be topquality Sailors and Marines with a competitive academic and military profile.

Preparation begins as early as high school. Typically, fleet applicants who ranked in the top 40 percent of their high school class are considered good candidates.

Additional requirements include SAT/ACT scores taken within the last two years, four years of high school mathematics and English and on year of chemistry. Two years of a foreign language is highly recommended.

A candidate’s application can be strengthened with demonstrated

strong leadership and command recognition.

Candidates must be of good moral character and have no record of disciplinary action during the three years preceding application for admission. Packages will not be reviewed without the commanding officer’s (CO’s) endorsement.

The process of application to USNA can seem daunting while serving your country. It is highly recommended to seek out a mentor at your command, especially one who attended USNA. Mentors can guide and help articulate why the individual wants to attend USNA in preparation for the interviews needed for the CO’s endorsement, which stands in place of the nomination.

“It was definitely huge having an officer mentor help me through the process,” said Midshipman 1st Class Andrew Whisner, a former enlisted hospital corpsman. “My executive officer was a USNA graduate, and

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he went as far as to help me finish the last pieces of my application that I couldn’t physically do myself while I was deployed to Afghanistan. Chances are there is an academy graduate at your command.”

Beyond academics and military bearing, physical fitness is a top priority at USNA. Applicants are required to possess outstanding physical fitness, as determined by the Candidate Fitness Assessment and recent command Physical Fitness Assessments.

“Everyone is in shape here at the academy,” said Midshipman 1st Class Anna Wade, a prior enlisted Mass Communication Specialist. “My time period before getting ready to come here was a lot of physical training. I knew I was going to be pitted against people four years younger than myself, and I knew I wanted to be in better shape than I was at the time. I would suggest to anyone to do an honest selfassessment and make the improvements you need to.”

Changing from a military-focused environment to an academic-focused one can be a challenge. Applicants are encouraged to enroll in college courses in higher math and science while at their command in order to strengthen their admission application and to help them adapt to an academic environment.

“A major challenge for enlisted and reservists is transitioning back to an academic environment,” said Chief Logistics Specialist Maximo Regino, coordinator for USNA Fleet Naval Academy Preparatory School (NAPS). “Often they have to attend the Naval Academy Preparatory School, and the environment of NAPS replicates that of USNA. We know these service members are out in the fleet training, performing and focused on their mission. NAPS is here to encourage the transition. I would tell potential candidates take a college-level mathematics or science course to get yourself back into the academic groove.”

Up to 170 regular and reserve personnel may be appointed to USNA each year. The experience they bring to the Brigade of Midshipmen is invaluable.

“Our prior [enlisted] midshipmen provide a unique and important perspective. They are able to relate lessons from the fleet back to what they are doing here at the academy and they are able to convey those lessons to their fellow midshipmen,” said Col. Steve Liszewski, commandant of midshipmen. “One of the reasons I am a Marine today is because I had a squad leader during plebe summer who had been a prior enlisted Marine. His inspirational leadership and the example that he set helped guide my decision to become a Marine.”

The deadline to apply to the Class of 2020 is Dec. 31. The deadline for all completed application documents is Jan. 31, 2016.

Individuals interested in applying can find a list of needed resources at www.usna.edu/Admissions.

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NAVAL STATION NEWPORT EMERGENCY OPERATIONS TEAM GET TEAM TRAINING

By Bob Krekorian NAVSTA Newport Public Affairs

NEWPORT, R.I.

Twenty-three Naval Station (NAVSTA) Newport military and DOD civilian personnel who will serve in the installation’s Emergency Operations Center (EOC) concluded a three-day training course, Sept. 23, that qualifies them as Incident Management Team (IMT) members.

The business of NAVSTA Newport’s first responder’s – police and fire emergency services – is to arrive at, secure and take charge at the scene of an emergency, such as an accident, natural disaster, active shooter or terrorist attack. The role of EOC-IMT personnel is to manage the incident from a command center, provide necessary resources, and stabilize the situation.

“This training is an opportunity for us to learn how to better work as a team,” said Capt. Dennis R. D. Boyer, commanding officer of NAVSTA Newport.

Speaking to the EOC-IMT class members assembled in the installation’s EOC facility, Boyer reiterated his three focus areas of taking care of those assigned to work at NAVSTA Newport; developing and maintaining an emergency management plan that is based on on-hand resources rather than on what we wished we had; and executing tasks being the best stewards of our resources.

“If there is an incident that occurs on the base, it’s up to us to take care of it,” Boyer said. “Not something for the tenant commands. Our job is to make bad things stop happening, take care of our people, and restore normal operations.”

During the three-day course, class members were introduced to EOC topics that included: EOC-IMT Organization and Coordination, Roles of a Navy EOC, Information Management, SMART Objective Development, Incident Command Post, Incident Action Planning, Resource Management, and Recovery Operations.

Class members were assigned to working groups within the four functional areas of an EOC: operations, planning, logistics, and finance and administration.

The afternoon practical exercise was dedicated to EOC-IMT members managing a protest at Gate 1 and Gate 17 and later, responding to a sudden earthquake.

ETN3 Alexis Chaung Naval Facilities Engineering Command Newport Public Works Officer Cmdr. William Butler, background standing, leads an operations section working group, Sept. 21, in the Emergency Operations Center during Incident Management Team training.

Chief Boatswain’s Mate Americo Medina, Port Operations officer, was assigned to the operations section. “The training presented unscripted, no notice incidents that required us to respond,” Medina said. “We had to identify the incident and determine the need to assist and get the right help.”

Patrick Walsh, Naval Undersea Warfare Center, Newport, acting Emergency Management officer, assigned to the planning section, called the training an eye-opening experience.

“I’m getting to see the inner workings of the EOC and seeing how the information is processed,” Walsh said.

Maureen O’Connell, a clinical therapist, Fleet and Family Support Center (FFSC), Newport, said FFCS has an established supportive role to play.

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Center (EFAC),” O’Connell said. “In the aftermath of these types of incidents, families who are impacted would require supportive services.”

NAVSTA Newport’s EFAC would provide military and DOD civilian families with approximately 25 resource and referral services, especially for mental health and crisis counseling.

“This training is definitely a benefit. It helps us to learn to operate as an effective team,” said Mark Fuller, NAVSTA Emergency Management officer (EMO).

“This course introduces the principles, components, and characteristics of an installation’s emergency management program and the functions of the emergency operations center,” Fuller said.

The training, presented by Booz, Allen and Hamilton contractor Brock Bergeson, from Commander, Naval Installations Command (CNIC), Training Programs, emphasized the

activation and operation of an installation EOC in response to natural and manmade disasters, to include reporting requirements, documentation and EOC deactivation.

“An actual incident will always provide the best means of how an IMT operates,” Bergeson said. “This course helps to point out areas that can be strengthened, refined and improved upon that might not otherwise take place during an actual incident.”

Class members viewed two videos that summarized EOC-IMT after action reviews of the 2007 San Diego wildfires, which Naval Base Coronado provided evacuee site support; and the 2010 Millington, Tennessee, floods that impacted Naval Support Activity Millington.

Attendees were required to complete two prerequisite FEMA courses online: IS-100.a, Introduction to the Incident Command System; and IS-700.a, the National Incident Management System (NIMS).

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CYBERCOM DEPUTY COMMANDER SPEAKS AT USNA

By MC2 Tyler Caswell U.S. Naval Academy Public Affairs

ANNAPOLIS, MD.

Lt. Gen. James K. McLaughlin, deputy commander, U.S. Cyber Command (USCYBERCOM), spoke at the Cyber Lecture Series at the U.S. Naval Academy (USNA), Sept. 22.

McLaughlin addressed more than 1,200 midshipmen about the importance of cyber operations awareness throughout their naval careers.

"Many of you will go to units where your mission will not be cyber operations or cyber warfare, but as you become more senior, it won't matter what the title is in your position, you will be held accountable and responsible for cyber operations," said McLaughlin. "What's changing culturally is we are holding those commanders, those leaders, personally accountable for how they operate, how they train and if they are doing everything they are supposed to [in the cyber domain]."

McLaughlin, a U.S. Air Force Academy graduate, directs the forces and daily activities of USCYBERCOM and coordinates the Department of Defense offensive and defensive cyberspace operations. He discussed the USCYBERCOM mission and why it's necessary to keep equipment up to date.

"The most important mission of Cyber Command is defending the Department of Defense Information Network, which includes networks that support war ďŹ ghters, Ballistic Missile Defense, logistics sustainment, etc," said McLaughlin. "If it is connected with computers or has embedded controllers in it, it is part of that network. We are spending billions of dollars upgrading decadesold systems and securing and defending them. If we don't, we won't be able to succeed in warfare."

McLaughlin also outlined the Defense Department's effort in building a joint information environment, a joint network that the

cyber workforce can see – operate and defend – in its entirety. The other two cyber missions include providing full-spectrum options to combatant commanders, and to be prepared, when called upon, to defend U.S. critical infrastructure.

Twenty-seven midshipmen of the class of 2016 make up the ďŹ rst group who will graduate from USNA with the Cyber Operations Major. These midshipmen will quickly learn to apply their learning in the rapidly changing cyber environment.

"We want to have our own people who have the ability to rapidly build, modify and deploy changes to the systems," said McLaughlin.

"We don't really view it as an acquisition, but as an inherent life within the weapon system itself, by having the modiďŹ cations done by our own forces – and our operators do that."

The DOD is building its cyber mission force to 133 teams, across all services, by 2018. McLaughlin stressed that only the most capable individuals will be a part of the well-trained teams.

McLaughlin explained that CYBERCOM sets the joint standards as the armed services organize, train and equip the cyber forces.

"There will be 68 defensive teams and 65 offensive teams made up of all branches of the military," he said. "There is such a joint venture in this operation that if you can't perform the tasks needed by the role, you won't be on a team."

USNA identiďŹ ed the critical role that cyber would serve in support of DOD missions, and as such, USNA already broke ground earlier this year, starting a series of projects progressing to the building its 206,000 square foot Center for Cyber Security Studies.

The center will provide the support necessary for the proposed curricular and professional reforms across USNA, and for advancing the quality of education of USNA graduates in all areas of cyber warfare.

MC1 Jennifer R. Hudson Fireman Erica Williams, assigned to Personnel Support Detachment at Joint Base Charleston-Weapons Station, looks through a box of personnel records to verify if the papers need to be shredded or stored.

Command Pass Coordinators – Vital Admin Connection Navy Personnel Command Public Affairs MILLINGTON,TENN.

Command Pass Coordinators (CPC) are the vital link between Sailors, commands and Personnel Support Detachments (PSD), but accurate records begin and end with the individual service member, Navy leaders said recently.

The Navy Standard Integrated Personnel System (NSIPS) is the Navy's single, ďŹ eld-entry, electronic pay and personnel system for all active and reserve Sailors, but when NSIPS electronic service record doesn't provide the information or data needed, visit the CPC for help in getting ques-

tions answered.

"Members can simply speak with their CPCs and let them be their representative to the PSD," said Ann Stewart, director, Pay and Personnel Management Division, Navy Personnel Command. "More and more self-service capability will be available in NSIPS, similar to the way eleave works now. Our goal is to be responsive to Sailors' needs, whether through self-service or the effective use of the partnership between the CPC and PSD." The Pay and Personnel Administrative Support System program has created more than 30 standard operating procedures (SOP) to help Sailors perform their day-to-day personnel

activities like travel claims and updating records. The SOPs are accessed through the Manpower, Personnel, Training and Education intranet on any command access card-enabled computer. A fact sheet titled "Accurate Pay and Personnel Records" is available to show you how to access the SOPs as part of Navy Personnel Command's Plain Talk series at www.npc. navy.mil/career/toolbox/Pages/ PlainTalk(series).aspx.

CPCs can ďŹ nd more information at www.npc.navy.mil/ support/paypers/cpcresources/ Pages/default2.aspx.

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B6 | THE FLAGSHIP | OCT 1, 2015 | FLAGSHIPNEWS.COM Sailors assigned to the Naval Oceanography Mine Warfare Center at Stennis Space Center, Miss., lift an unmanned underwater vehicle out of the ocean following a mine training exercise.

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Naval oceanography commander talks unmanned systems strategy Naval Meteorology and Oceanography Command Public Affairs STENNIS SPACE CENTER, MISS.

Rear Adm. Tim Gallaudet, commander, Naval Meteorology and Oceanography Command, rolled out his command’s unmanned systems strategy at the National Defense Industrial Association’s 2015 Joint Undersea Warfare Conference, Sept. 22.

The Naval Oceanography Unmanned Systems strategy will increase capabilities to collect environmental information for warfighting while sharing the Naval Oceanography community’s two decades of experience with other unmanned systems stakeholders.

For more than 20 years, naval oceanographers, operating more than 100 unmanned systems, have collected information from more than 250,000 miles of physical battlespace so that naval and Joint commanders can make better decisions faster than the adversary.

“Our innovative use of unmanned systems plays a critical role in collecting data that directly supports anti-submarine, mine, amphibious, strike, special and expeditionary warfare,” said Gallaudet. “The technology is perfectly suited for other ‘dull, dirty and dangerous’ missions and provides a flexible and cost-effective solution to a variety of warfighting challenges.”

The goals of the strategy are: ■ expand Naval Oceanography’s use of unmanned systems ■ enable the fleet and Joint Forces’ use of unmanned systems ■ engage unmanned systems stakeholders to accelerate development of future systems Specific objectives include increasing Naval

Oceanography’s use of unmanned systems in fleet and Joint operations and exercises; using unmanned systems and integrating collected data to develop a Physical Battlespace Awareness Common Operational Picture; and establishing a global Physical Battlespace Awareness Maritime Operations Center.

The document also provides for outreach opportunities to unmanned systems developers, expanded partnerships within the science and technology and research and development communities, including an increased coordination with unmanned systems requirement officers. These ongoing relationships will ensure that future systems will continually benefit from the community’s considerable operational experience.

“With a wealth of ‘best practices’in mission planning, launch and recovery, operations, manning, training, maintenance and data exfiltration, Naval Oceanography offers a firm foundation for other unmanned systems programs,” Gallaudet said. “We will continue to advance the application of unmanned systems in the Navy and the Department of Defense.”

In June, the Naval Oceanography and Submarine Force communities entered into a memorandum of agreement to develop and field an autonomous undersea vehicle with multi-mission capabilities that can be launched from multiple platforms.

The variant will merge the Naval Oceanography’s program of record Littoral Battlespace and Sensing-Autonomous Underwater Vehicle (LBS-AUV) and the Navy Undersea Warfare Enterprise’s Fleet Modular AUV. Initially the new vehicles will collect hydrographic quality ocean bottom data and ocean bottom imagery to increase the Naval Oceanography community’s data inventory.

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DOD provides ‘unconditional’ support for ‘lean in circles’

By Lisa Ferdinando DOD News, Defense Media Activity

WASHINGTON

The Department of Defense (DOD) is providing “unconditional” support for “Lean In Circles,” or peer-to-peer mentoring groups, to help in empowering women and to propel them into leadership roles, Defense Secretary Ash Carter said, Sept. 21.

Carter sat in on a Lean In Circle at the Pentagon with Sheryl Sandberg, the bestselling author of “Lean In: Women, Work, and the Will to Lead.” Sandberg is the founder of LeanIn.org and the chief operating officer of Facebook.

More than a dozen women of various ranks from across the services took part in the circle, including Air Force Secretary Deborah Lee James, Army Brig. Gen. Patricia Frost and retired Army Gen. Ann Dunwoody, the first woman in the U.S. military to achieve the rank of four-star general.

DOD Support for Circles The Defense Department, Carter said, will provide space and time for service members and civilians to participate in the circles. The meetings are voluntary and open to everyone. The secretary added that he highly encourages everyone to “take advantage of DOD spaces made available before, after or during work hours” for these meetings, whether in the Pentagon or around the globe.

The circles are an “investment in our people and our future,” he said, explaining that the meetings boost morale and productivity and help to build diverse leadership.

“Our people make us the

best; to stay the best, we need to keep up with current trends in talent management,” the secretary said. “These circles have a proven record of empowering women throughout our ranks, and giving men a way to lean in also and support their female colleagues and improve themselves.”

Women ‘Mission Critical’ in Military The participants in the circle talked about “institutional barriers” in the military, Sandberg said, noting a “leadership gap” that she said exists in every industry in the U.S., along with an “unconscious bias” in dealing with gender and race.

“Nine percent of our generals are female; less than five percent of Fortune 500 CEOs are female,” she said. A problem, she added, is that women often are placed in roles, such as support jobs, that are less likely to get promoted into CEO or general officer positions.

“The good news is that we can change this,” she said.

Having women in the top roles in the military is “mission critical” in building the force needed to defend the U.S. and its values around the world, Sandberg said.

The military is the largest employer in the nation, and historically has a leader in social change, Sandberg noted.

“If the United States military can get this right, other industries will follow, and today is part of that,” Sandberg said. “I have great admiration for the women and men who serve in uniform or are part of the Department of Defense civilians.

I have special admiration for the women, because you fight

for equality with every step you take every day you come to work. A more diverse force is a stronger force.”

Important Discussions Frost, the deputy commanding general for operations at U.S. Army Cyber Command, said she holds an informal “fitness group” Lean In Circle. The discussions allow her to hear the challenges and concerns of members and get the “pulse” on some of the things going on in her command, she said. Having “open conversations” is important in moving women forward in the military, the general said.

While the circles give women a chance to talk about their challenges, she added, it also benefits men.

“I think we really have had a success story when it is men and women, and we are discussing how women can mentor men about women,” Frost said. “I don’t know that men know some of the biases that they have, and I just don’t think they see it.”

Air Force Master Sgt. Heather Morales, who has a Lean In Circle at the Pentagon, said today’s discussions focused on what is holding women back in the military and some of the things the women were experiencing at their bases or had experienced throughout their careers.

“It’s very important to have these discussions, and especially at this level – to have the secretary of defense and the secretary of the Air Force engaged to solve these issues – because many of the problems that exist, some are related to biases that people don’t even know that they have,” Morales said.

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Divisions awarded by performance

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Continued from B1 ďŹ es for the Battle EfďŹ ciency “Honor Training Groupâ€? recognition and is awarded the Battle “Eâ€? honor ag.

During their ďŹ rst week, divisions enter into the competitive aspects of training – each having an average of 88 recruits. Divisions performing above standard throughout the eight weeks of boot camp are awarded recognition ags in four mission areas: academic achievement, weapons and military drill, compartment readiness and physical ďŹ tness.

These ags are carried as a visible symbol of the division’s performance and success. Each ag indicates that recruits individually and as teams met established standards in mission area events. Competition encourages teamwork, attention to detail and develops pride in achievement. “The more ags a division carries, the more they unite together to achieve the highest success they possibly can during boot camp,â€? said Aviation Electrician’s Mate 1st Class Kyla Richardson, Fleet Quality Assurance leading petty ofďŹ cer. “It’s now a group effort, and every RDC [recruit division commander] in that group has to work together, so the training group can succeed.â€?

Additionally, recognition

Scott A. Thornbloom Patricia Moore, education research analyst for Naval Service Training Command, introduces new recruits to electronic tablets at Recruit Training Command.

for the top scoring division is honored by the division receiving the gold pennant and the runner-up division receiving the blue pennant.

The hall of fame and chief of naval operations ags are no longer pertinent in the total team revision of the competitive system.

Another ag a division can earn is the Captain’s Cup ag.

Captain’s Cup is a fun, friendly, athletic event held prior to graduation. Events include activities such as basketball, volleyball and relay races. One division from the integrated and one from the non-integrated divisions will emerge as the top scorers and earn a competitive ag as well as a traveling trophy to display in their ships.

The ďŹ nal award a division can earn is the pennant for earning the highest score during Battle Stations-21, the capstone event that culminates the eight weeks of boot camp training. Each recruit must complete 17 scenarios during a 12-hour, overnight period. The scenarios encompass all training learned during boot camp

ARMSTRONG Continued from B1 Armstrong is the ďŹ rst of two planned Ocean Class AGOR ships. “The delivery of this superb ship is a testament to the tremendous teamwork and shipbuilding efforts of the Navy and DCI [Dakota Creek Industries Inc.] team, especially when considering this was a ďŹ rst in class hull from a shipbuilder without previous Navy experience,â€? said Mike Kosar, program manager for Support Ships, Boats, and Craft in PEO Ships. “AGOR 27 will provide signiďŹ cant capabilities in sup-

from ďŹ reďŹ ghting to preventing and stopping ooding in a ship compartment. There are also casualty evacuations, watch standing, loading and unloading supplies and line handling.

The divisions carry all the ags they have earned as they proudly march into Midway Ceremonial Drill Hall on graduation morning to be recognized for their efforts. “The divisions’ parents will see all these ags which will mean their recruits worked very hard together as a group, which is the whole purpose of boot camp – to teach them how to work together as a team,â€? said Richardson.

The highest honor of the competitive series is the Battle “Eâ€? ag. Previously, a single division exceeding the basic requirements in the four mission areas during training could earn the Battle “E.â€?

Now, according to Fink, this change better encompasses the standards new Sailors can expect in the eet. “We’re providing a better example for our recruits and will produce better results because of the change,â€? said Fink.

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port of research efforts across the world and throughout the marine science community.�

Based on a single-hull commercial design, R/V Neil Armstrong and R/V Sally Ride (AGOR 28) are approximately 238 feet long and incorporate the latest technologies, including high-efďŹ ciency diesel engines, emissions controls for stack gasses, and new information technology tools both for monitoring shipboard systems and for communicating with the world.

Armstrong is capable of assisting with integrated, interdisciplinary, general purpose

oceanographic research in coastal and deep ocean areas.

The ship will be operated by the Woods Hole Oceanographic Institution under a charter party agreement with OfďŹ ce of Naval Research. The vessel will operate with a crew of 20 with accommodations for 24 scientists.

As one of the Defense Department’s largest acquisition organizations, PEO Ships is responsible for executing the development and procurement of all destroyers, amphibious ships, special mission and support ships, and special warfare craft.

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Continued from B1 NAVSEA and the Program Executive OfďŹ ces work in many different environments, from enterprise-wide networks to stand-alone systems such as industrial plant equipment. Systems range from non-real time non-deterministic, such as business systems, to virtual training systems, to real-time, deterministic systems such as combat and weapon systems.

The forum will also address other systems within that spectrum: control systems; hull, mechanical & electrical systems; navigation systems; interior communications systems; as well as those for maintenance; and Research, Development, Test and Evaluation.

The day will include program brieďŹ ngs and break-out sessions that will allow businesses to speak face-to-face with NAVSEA program, contracting and cybersecurity managers.

Registration begins at 7:30 a.m. with brieďŹ ngs sessions running from 8:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. Additionally, booths manned by program ofďŹ ce and cybersecurity subject matter experts will be available throughout the day to answer any speciďŹ c questions.

For further details on how to register for the forum, search for solicitation N00024-15-R-9999 on the Federal Business Opportunities site: https://www.fbo. gov/.

MCCS Donnie W. Ryan The guided-missile cruiser USS Cowpens returns to San Diego following a deployment to the western PaciďŹ c.

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weapons upgrade Continued from B1 Hilarides, commander, Naval Sea Systems Command (NAVSEA). “Today’s ceremony marks the ďŹ rst step in extending the lives of our cruisers, and I’m excited to be a part of it,â€? said Hilarides. “That excitement will only be matched when, after an exciting and challenging modernization, she returns to duty as part of our active eet.â€?

The modernization process will include major upgrades, including the Aegis weapon system with naval integrated ďŹ re control-counter air (NIFCCA) capability, SPQ-9B multipurpose radar, electro-optical sight system, AN/SQQ-89A(V)-15 anti-submarine warfare (ASW) suite with multifunction towed array (MFTA) and signiďŹ cant hull mechanical and electrical (HM&E) upgrades. “When she returns to the eet, she will be fully modernized and capable of meeting and defeating any threat,â€? said Rowden. “This is smart work.â€?

Upon completion of the modernization, Cowpens will have a 29-year-old hull but the most modern and capable combat system available, and an extended life from 35 to 44 years. “Admiral Hilarides will take custody of a ship that has been a powerhouse in the world’s most powerful Navy and make her, over time, something even greater,� said Rowden.

That sentiment was also shared by Hilarides. “Cowpens will be a game changer, and I look forward to the day when this ship leaves my care and sails over the horizon; that will be a great day for the Navy and the nation,� he said.

The guided-missile cruiser USS Gettysburg (CG 64) is also scheduled to be inducted and undergo the same phased modernization as Cowpens, Sept. 30.

As a part of the transfer, the ship also underwent a change of command. Lt. Cmdr. Horst Sollfrank assumed command, relieving Capt. Michael Sciretta.

Sciretta graduated from the Pennsylvania State University with a degree in administration of justice, and was commissioned in 1992 through the Navy Reserve OfďŹ cer Training Corp. He is scheduled to take command of USS Lake Erie (CG 70) later next month.

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EXHIBIT OF PHOTO PORTRAITS OF WWII VETERANS OPENS OCT. 5 AT VIRGINIA WAR MEMORIAL Press Release The Virginia War Memorial

RICHMOND

An exhibit of photo portraits of 14 veterans of WWII originally published in the Richmond TimesDispatch will be unveiled on Oct. 5, at the Virginia War Memorial.

The black-and-white photos were taken in July and August

by Times-Dispatch photographer Dean Hoffmeyer and published Aug. 15, in a special section of the newspaper commemorating the 70th Anniversary of V-J (Victory Over Japan) Day – the day WWII ended.

The subjects of the portraits, who range in age from 88-96 years, served in various branches of the Armed Forces – Army, Army Air Corps, Marine Corps and Navy –

news closely, because they’ve been there. They worry about their families and their country, because they’ve fought mightily for both. They miss old friends.

Seventy years after the end of World War II, we honor them with a photo essay that captures their spirit and strength.”

“We are pleased to partner with the Richmond Times-Dispatch to have the opportunity to display Dean Hoffmeyer’s outstanding photo portraits of veterans,” said Jon Hatfield, Virginia War Memorial Executive Director. “We know each of these heroes personally as they participate here at the Memorial as volunteers, in our studentteacher seminars and other programs and events.”

The photos will be on display in the American Legion Exhibit Hall

and in both the European and Pacific theaters during the war. All are residents of the Richmond and Petersburg metropolitan areas.

Hoffmeyer photographed each veteran individually using a vintage 4-by-5 format Speed Graphic film camera – the type of camera used by many newspaper photographers in the 1940s and developed each photo by hand.

“When an original digital image is gone, it is lost forever,” Hoffmeyer said. “I wanted our portraits to be everlasting and real, just as the contributions these men made to our country are everlasting and real.”

In his commentary written to accompany the photos, Times-Dispatch staff writer John Ramsey wrote: “Soldiers, veterans, husbands, fathers, grandfathers, teachers. They follow world

in the Virginia War Memorial’s Paul and Phyllis Galanti Education Center at 621 South Belvidere in downtown Richmond through Nov. 30.

About the Virginia War Memorial The mission of the Virginia War Memorial is to honor veterans, preserve history, educate youth and instill patriotism in all. Dedicated in 1956, the Memorial includes the names of the nearly 12,000 Virginia heroes who made the ultimate sacrifice during WWII, Korea, Vietnam, the Persian Gulf and the Global War on Terrorism. The Virginia War Memorial is a division of the Virginia Department of Veterans Services and serves as an integral part of its mission in support of all Virginians who served in our

When an original digital image is gone, it is lost forever.

I wanted our portraits to be everlasting and real, just as the contributions these men made to our country are everlasting and real.”

-Richmond TimesDispatch photographer Dean Hoffmeyer

military forces.

The Virginia War Memorial’s Paul and Phyllis Galanti Education Center is open Monday-Friday, 9 a.m. – 4 p.m. and Sunday, noon – 4 p.m. Admission and parking are free. For more information, please call (804) 7862060 or visit www.vawarmemorial.org, Facebook.com/ virginiawarmemorial, on Twitter at VAWarMemorial.

GOLF TO KEEP HAMPTON ROADS BEAUTIFUL Tournament will benefit environmental education programs ■ more golf action Turn to the calendar on C2 to learn about the Seabee Purple Heart Golf Classic benefiting the scholarship fund for Seabees wounded since 9/11.

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Are you committed to keeping Hampton Roads a beautiful place to live, work and play? The 2ndAnnual Keep Hampton Roads Beautiful Golf Tournament is just around the corner, Oct. 12, at the Greenbrier Country Club in Chesapeake.

Funds raised from the tournament will support regional environmental education programs that address important environmental issues, such as clean communities, clean waterways and strong, reliable public

water systems. Last year the tournament presenters, askHRgreen.org and Keep Virginia Beautiful, raised more than $10,000, half of which stayed in the region to provide funding for litter reduction programs within the 17 localities that make up Hampton Roads.

“The regional programs that this initiative supports demonstrate the ultimate in cooperation, collaboration and effective management of limited resources that benefit Hampton Roads as a whole,” said Julia B. Hillegass, team leader of askHRgreen.org. “Proceeds from

last year’s inaugural tournament are already hard at work. Because of the generosity of our tournament sponsors and golfers, askHRgreen.org implemented a region-wide cigarette litter prevention program this summer with the aim of reducing cigarette litter in Hampton Roads.”

Recycling stations will be located throughout the course and the Keep Hampton Roads Beautiful Golf Tournament will be a “bottled water free” event. Tournament players will receive reusable water bottles to fill up at watering stations placed in the club and throughout the course.

Day-of registration begins at 10 a.m., followed by tournament play at 11 a.m., lunch provided by Chickfil-A and an awards dinner from Outback Steakhouse at 4 p.m.

For tournament details and to register, visit askHRgreen.org/golf.

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Seabee Purple Heart Golf Classic

Tidewater Wooden Boat Workshop instills life skills in young students

By Denise Watson The Virginian-Pilot

■ When: Oct. 1, 10:30 a.m.

■ Where: Heron Ridge Golf Club, Virginia Beach ■ Cost: $100 (fundraiser) ■ For more information, call: (859) 327-1830

Living up to their motto – “We Build, We Fight,” the Navy Seabees have served our nation proudly for 73 years and have an unsurpassed reputation for getting the job done. More than a decade of military operations in Iraq and Afghanistan has taken a toll on members of this elite team. It is for this reason that the Seabee Purple Heart Scholarship Golf Classic is establishing a scholarship fund to help support those Seabees wounded since 9/11 by removing the burden of their children’s education from their shoulders.

The Tidewater Collection Holiday Extravaganza ■ ■ ■ ■

When: Oct. 1, 10 a.m.

Where: Ely Hall Naval Station Norfolk Cost: Free For more information, call: 444-5255 A unique boutique specializing in naval community insignia gifts and operate entirely by volunteers. All proceeds from sales go to charities or organizations that support military families. Call for hours of operation.

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When: Oct. 3, 9 a.m.

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Virginia Children’s Festival ■ ■ ■ ■

When: Oct. 3, 10 a.m. – 3 p.m.

Where: Town Point Park, Downtown Norfolk Cost: $5 For more information, call: 462-8423/25 or visit www.festevents.org Hampton Roads’ most beloved family festival is filled with more than 100 creative and interactive activities, storytelling, hands-on workshops and educational displays, cultural experiences, arts and crafts, costumed characters and more! Then visit the multiple exhibitions and activities that are sure to get the creative juices flowing. Admission ticket required.

Retired Marine Corps Col. Tom Brandl stood on the shore of the Elizabeth River rallying his troops.

“You don’t have to worry,” he said to the adolescents clad in flip-flops and life vests that were growing sticky in the late summer heat.

A few looked doubtful.

They’d spent the summer learning about power drills, Japanese saws and chisels – tools that helped them create the two polished skiffs before them.

“You’ve done a great job in building these,” Brandl said.

Most of the kids had never held a nail before June.

Jerrae Loyd and his sister Breyana stood next to the redtrimmed boat they had worked on. Jerrae, 12, shot his arm in the air when Brandl asked who wanted to go in first.

Jerrae plopped down on one seat as Brandl faced him.

Hands shoved them into the shallow waves as Jerrae took the oars and Brandl started talking him through the basics of rowing.

He looked at Brandl for reassurance. Brandl knew what was going to happen next.

Brandl retired in 2008 after 29 years of stellar service.

He assumed he’d settle into a laid-back life afterward. But he took a class and felt the need to answer another call of duty.

He’d grown up on the Jersey Shore, always loved boats, and figured out a few years ago that he could reach kids by teaching them to build the vessels.

They could learn how to apply geometry, physics and chemistry – lessons that could help them in school. But Brandl, and the old salt he eventually partnered with, also knew it could teach them skills that couldn’t be measured: discipline, goal-building, teamwork and confidence.

In 2014 he formed the nonprofit Tidewater Wooden Boat Workshop with the line behind it in quotation marks: Life Skills Through Boatbuilding.

“I love working with wood, I love boats, and I love helping

kids,” Brandl said. “This lets me do all three of those things.”

The group welcomed its first students this summer, about 14 students recruited through the Norfolk Redevelopment and Housing Authority (NRHA).

They spent two hours, two days a week building four, 12-foot Bevin’s skiffs – solid, basic boats for beginners.

Ideally, they would’ve had more than a collective 28 hours.

Technically, it took longer.

Adult volunteers came in before the students, worked with them and stayed after to prep the boats for the next task when the students returned.

It has taken more work to pull the program together. The city’s Recreation, Parks and Open Space department and NRHA worked to get the warehouse space, and Brandl solicited donations and sponsorships to get the initial funding.

A good chunk of the money, however, has come out of the national bank of Brandl’s hip pocket. He pulls no salary. Last year, he resigned from a job as a defense analyst to commit to his nonprofit full time. He plans to continue Tidewater Wooden Boat Workshop throughout the school year with an afterschool program.

“Making this work is my life,” he said.

He had moments of confirmation this summer, including one morning when he and the kids could not figure out why a side panel would not line up with the transom, or back of the boat.

Brandl kept adjusting the boat’s position until one of the girls stopped him.

“Mr. Tom, you keep moving the saw horse, but that’s not raising it. It’s lowering it because the bottom is curved.”

She was using spatial reasoning and problem-solving.

“It thrilled me to no end,” Brandl said.

Brandl got the idea for the program after he took a boatbuilding class in Maine and heard of a successful “Rocking the Boat” group in New York.

There, a man worked with children from one of the poorest congressional districts in the country to build boats and

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The students then started planting oyster reefs and learning how to test the river’s water quality. Students who couldn’t see beyond tomorrow were now going to college to study biology and ecology.

Brandl assumed that Hampton Roads and its massive port and maritime history would have a similar program.

He returned from the class looking to volunteer for it.

“I couldn’t find a thing,” he said.

In his search, he came across Joseph Filipowski, a wellknown maritime raconteur and wooden boat builder, who often silenced his chattering band of teens this summer with a rousing, “Ladies and gentlemen, waterfront characters, one and all!”

Filipowski met Brandl at the Marine’s Virginia Beach home.

Filipowski called the meeting “magical.”

He walked into Brandl’s garage and saw the shell of an 1820 whitehall boat, which Brandl was building in the way of the old sea dogs: steam-bent planks, copper rivets and with a transom of gorgeous African mahogany.

Brandl had him at hello.

Filipowski, like Brandl, was raised on the water. He knew the deep love of moving with the waves and inhaling salttinged air. Filipowski, who has worked in similar programs before, wanted the kids to feel the pride of building something.

“Once they get in the boats they realize, ‘I’m moving on my own power, in something I made myself,’ “ he said.

“What Tom and I are attempting to do is strike that fire, and have them enjoy rowing and sailing in beautiful boats that they built.”

The two got volunteers to help them transform a vacant room off Ballentine Boulevard in Norfolk. They covered concrete floors with wooden planks that would muffle the sound when the students would inevitably drop their tools. They put up pegboards to cover the cinderblock walls and hold safety goggles. The students arrived in mid-June. Most didn’t even know how to hold a hammer. By July, the room filled with the sound of table saws, even though a few kids

peeked at their phones when they weren’t cutting lumber.

The teens learned about risers and keels, and how compound angles worked in the building of boats.

“It’s mathematics and geometry and science,” Fililpowsky told four students huddled around the hull of one skiff. “It might look simple like digging a ditch, but there’s science to it.”

By late August, Breyana Loyd, 15, held a hammer as she bent over her boat and whacked away to stabilize a riser that would hold the seat.

“Awesome!” Brandl said, “That’s some of the best hammering I’ve seen!”

Breyana glanced up and nodded with a look that said, “I know.”

She was one who had never handled a hammer until the class. While other students have missed a class, she and her brother did not.

“I’ve learned teamwork and creativity,” she said during a break, “Mr. Tom, he makes it fun for us.”

Jerrae, a student at Lake Taylor Middle School, did not want to come to the program but followed his sister. Then he came because he wanted to.

“It’s fun!” he said. “We get to use power tools and we get to actually build a boat!

“A lot of kids don’t get to do that.”

On a Tuesday in late August, the class met at the river’s edge behind the Grandy Village Learning Center.

Brandl coached Jerrae as the teen negotiated the oars on each side of the boat. Jerrae chopped the water, then did as Brandl said and leaned back, pulled, and propelled the boat forward.

Then it happened. Brandl had felt that moment decades ago when he first learned to row and felt that surge of accomplishment.

Jerrae smiled shyly, proud of himself. Jerrae rowed the boat about 50 feet from the shore.

Brandl coached him to hold one oar aloft and use the other to turn the boat around and back to the shore.

An hour later, the eight students had taken a turn rowing the boats, and half of the children were clamoring to get on the power boat a volunteer was idling in case he needed to rescue someone from the river.

Brandl and Filipowski looked out on the river. Jerrae was back in his skiff, sweating and smiling, rowing by himself in the summer sun.

For more about the program, visit www.twbw.org.

This article was originally on HamptonRoads.com.

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Another recipe passed down from their mother is Shelley Simpsonâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Incredible Pimento Cheese Spread. â&#x20AC;&#x153;This can be frozen ahead of time and then thawed in the fridge the day before a holiday, picnic or cookout.â&#x20AC;?

I love to serve my pimento cheese with buttery crackers or veggies. Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s great on a burger or used in a grilled cheese too.

Simpson adds a bit of sugar to her recipe, which isnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t traditional, but makes this recipe so good. Great for a snack, a party appetizer or even at a tailgate. Yum. Fried chicken is practically a food group in the south.

You can ďŹ nd some of the best fried chicken at hole-in-thewall joint scattered around the south. Mary Lundschenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Buttermilk Fried Chicken with Spicy Honey Drizzle is as good (if not better) than the chicken I ďŹ nd at those places. â&#x20AC;&#x153;I think that frying chicken is what cast iron skillets are made for,â&#x20AC;? jokes Lundschen. â&#x20AC;&#x153;If you are frying a lot of chicken, you can dip the chicken for frying, place on large sheet pan and refrigerate overnight and fry the next day.â&#x20AC;?

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Baking the perfect biscuit is a science in itself. And thanks to her mom, Sheila Senghas has mastered it with their Country Biscuits. â&#x20AC;&#x153;I am ashamed to say that at the age of 63, I had never learned to make her biscuits,â&#x20AC;? shares Senghas. â&#x20AC;&#x153;She recently taught me to make them and after taking a bite with a smile on her face said they tasted just like her mom made.â&#x20AC;?

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They brought back memories of my favorite childhood biscuits. Biscuits and gravy was a favorite breakfast of mine as a kid, and these would work great for that. Super easy to make these are a great weekend treat.

Just imagine golden, delicious fried balls of goodness served alongside your favorite ďŹ sh. Thatâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s what you get with Elaine Bovenderâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Southern Style Hush Puppies. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Living on the coast of North Carolina, we love Calabash style seafood and hush puppies,â&#x20AC;? shares Bovender. â&#x20AC;&#x153;I serve these hush puppies hot with homemade honey butter and fresh local ďŹ sh fried up crispy and golden.â&#x20AC;? Iâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;d say theyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re heavenly.

No southern meal is complete without some banana pudding. Janna Kerrâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Southern Banana Pudding is a must. â&#x20AC;&#x153;I love, love, love Banana Pudding! It is my all-time favorite southern dessert,â&#x20AC;? exclaims Kerr. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Eating it warm, right after I make it is the absolute best!â&#x20AC;?

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Such a treat! I sampled this warm and after it was chilled â&#x20AC;&#x201C; delicious and creamy both times.

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Jerry Stephanitsis delivering a slap to James Dallas Hall as Logan Easton Laroux and The Reason assist.

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By Jonathan McLarty Contributing Writer

Vanguard Championship Wrestling (VCW) is returning to Norfolk Masonic Temple on Saturday, Oct. 3. Already announced for this event is a big tag team match featuring father and son tag teams. On one side of the ring, Steve Corino and his son Colby Corino will be taking on the returning “Wiseguy” Jimmy Cicero and his son “Gentleman” Jack Cicero.

VCW Heavyweight Champion Jay Steel took on the Tongan giant Asaafi at Liberty Lottery with the title on the line. Battling back from the Asaafi’s death grip, Steel delivered a clothesline for the pinfall victory to retain the championship.

On Oct. 3, Steel is issuing an open challenge. Steel has put the challenge video out online that states any competitor may come after his title that night, if they’re willing.

Someone, who may answer the challenge, as he has now won the opportunity to compete for a title of his choosing within the next year, is “Mr. Xcellence” Brandon Scott. Scott was able to survive the competition of 19 other men in the Liberty Lottery battle royal. This match, featuring appearances by competitors from VCW’s past such as “Dustman” Mark Anthony, “Diamond” Victor Griff, and John Kermon, came down to a final four of Griff, Kermon, Country Kidd, and Scott. Scott outsmarted Griff to send him over the top

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Harvick’s failed fuel gamble hands victory to Kenseth

By Rick Minter Universal Uclick

Defending Sprint Cup champion Kevin Harvick showed his 2014 form for much of the Sylvania 300 at New Hampshire Motor Speedway. But the end result was the same as it’s been for most Sprint Cup races the past three months, as Matt Kenseth and his Joe Federal Health 2015 the new normal al AMSUS Meeting San Antonio, Texas 1- 4 December 2015

rope for the victory. Two other surprise entrants in the match were men that have had their differences in the past at the commentary table: Jerry Stephanitsis and Blake Chadwick.

Chadwick, on his final night with the company, delivered a Stunner to Stephanitsis.

VCW Commonwealth Heritage Champion James Dallas Hall defended his championship against “Number One” Jefferson Early, who was accompanied by Neil Sharkey and Joe King. With the numbers game on Early’s side, Sharkey was able to distract the referee as King nailed Hall with the title across the skull. Early is now the new Commonwealth Heritage Champion. Post-match, Jerry Stephanitsis called out his clients Logan Easton Laroux and The Reason to beat down Hall. To the fan’s surprise, Hall’s brother RH3 made his return to make the save. The two rock ‘n rollers, formerly a team known as the Hall Stars, are now back on the same page. Laroux and Reason will put the Hall Stars to the test as they compete on Oct. 3. Early will be defending his newly acquired championship against former Commonwealth Heritage Champion Country Kidd on Oct. 3.

Pink Pride Nation, Innocent Isaiah and Frankie Fontaine, defeated The Geordie Bulldogs to become the new VCW Tag Team Champions in an exciting match. The Bulldogs had a series of miscommunications during the match and that allowed Fontaine to deliver a huge frog splash from the top rope onto Sean Denny for the pinfall. Since this event,

Gibbs Racing (JGR) team scored the victory after Harvick’s No. 4 Chevrolet ran out of fuel while leading with three laps to go.

Harvick’s failed fuel gamble opened the door for second-running Kenseth to cruise by and get his second win in the past three Cup races, his fourth win in the past eight races and the ninth in the past 11 races for his JGR team.

JGR’s Denny Hamlin, the winner the week before at Chicagoland, now has locked up two berths in the second round of the Chase for the Sprint Cup. After next week’s AAA 400 at Dover International Speedway, the bottom four of the 16 Chase contenders will be eliminated from the title hunt. Kenseth, who throughout his career has maintained that he doesn’t put much stock in the effect of momentum, did acknowledge that he feels good about the way things are going with his team.

“The thing about rolls and momentum – it can stop at any given moment, so you have to enjoy it while it’s here,” he said. “I think we

Photos by Jonathan McLarty VCW Commonwealth Heritage Champion “Number One” Jefferson Early (left) and Neil Sharkey (right).

The Bulldogs and Asaafi allegedly attacked Fontaine, causing a concussion. Isaiah will be in singles action on Oct. 3 against Benjamin Banks. The Bulldogs will have their hands full in October, as they will be competing against The Platinum Enforcers, Phil Brown and C.W. Anderson.

Other Liberty Lottery results: The Platinum Enforcers defeated Logan Easton Laroux and The Reason, and VCW United States Liberty Champion “Mr. Mid Atlantic” Damien Wayne defeated “The Natural” Chase Stevens.

For more information about Vanguard Championship Wrestling and to purchase discounted advance tickets, you may visit VCW-Wrestling.com.

Jonathan McLarty is a contributing writer for The Flagship, as well as a local sports and event photographer. Connect with him on Twitter (@JonathanMcLarty) and view his photography at McLartyPhoto.Zenfolio.com.

still have some more coming. It feels good.”

In the Gibbs camp, the only real concern is for Kyle Busch, who slammed the wall on Sept. 27, and needs a very good finish at Dover to remain in the Chase. Carl Edwards, the fourth driver at JGR, finished fifth at New Hampshire and is a relatively safe third in the standings. “It’s a thrill for us to have two cars in (the Contender Round),” team owner Joe Gibbs said. “We just need to focus this next week on Carl and Kyle.”

Harvick wasn’t the only driver impacted by a late-race fuel shortage. Chase contenders Dale Earnhardt Jr. and Kurt Busch both ran dry in the final laps, losing valuable points in the process.

Harvick’s troubles at Chicagoland, where he wrecked and finished 42nd, and at New Hampshire, where he wound up 21st, have him in jeopardy of missing the cut for the Contender Round. Heading into Dover, where he’s never won, he’s 15th in the standings, 65 points out of the lead.

Brad Keselowski had his No. 2 Ford in position to win at New Hampshire, but became the first driver in recent memory to be penalized for jumping the start on a late-race restart. His trip down pit road to serve his penalty dropped him to 26th in the running order, but he rallied to finish 12th and remains in a good position to advance to the second of the four Chase rounds.

Although many drivers have been critical of NASCAR officials for not issuing penalties against those who take off too quickly on restarts – a sentiment that has led to more scrutiny of the restart process – Keselowski said he was the victim of an unfair call.

“It’s a pretty basic understanding,” he said.

“It’s an entertainment sport, not a fair sport.”

Keselowski’s teammate Joey Logano finished third, and the Penske drivers continue to be the only ones who can consistently challenge Gibbs for race wins. Logano, with wins at Watkins Glen and Bristol, is the only nonGibbs driver to win in the past 11 races.

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The Annual Willoughby Civic League Flea Market will be held Oct. 17. Rain date Oct. 24 at the Ocean View Fishing Pier. To reserve a space, complete the online registration form at: willoughbycivicleague.com for questions, contact Marty Hensley at willoughbycivicleague@gmail.com or 757-648-1989.

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Garage Sale - Chesapeake Grace Community Church 872 Clearfield Avenue, Chesapeake VA Fri 9/26 to Sat 9/27 8:00 am to 3:00 pm Furniture, Clothes, Kitchen, Bathroom, Sporting, Lighting, Electronics, Books, Rugs, Collectables and much more.

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Fully Lic. & Ins. Will bring samples. Free estimates.

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Contents hauled away, also tree limbs & shrubs.

Call 934-2258

B & J MOVING

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Tree Service

Pocket Watches Working or Broken 25 Yrs. Exp. Licensed Will Come to You for Antiques

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Machinery Tools 18â&#x20AC;? Powermatic Planer, great cond, includes planer knife grinding attachment. Carbide knives installed. $2000. 757-285-4978.

doggie door trained. $695. 252-473-5619.

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Golden Lab Mix Pups-1st shots, de-wormed, parents on site. $350. 252-357-4829, 252-548-8327 call or text.

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PAYING CASH FOR STERLING SILVER FLATWARE. 912-674-8358 SHEDS & DOG HOUSES FOR SALE 8â&#x20AC;&#x2122; x 12â&#x20AC;&#x2122;, 10â&#x20AC;&#x2122; x 12â&#x20AC;&#x2122;, 10â&#x20AC;&#x2122; x 16â&#x20AC;&#x2122;, 10â&#x20AC;&#x2122; x 20â&#x20AC;&#x2122;, 12â&#x20AC;&#x2122; x 20â&#x20AC;&#x2122; Well Built & Reasonable. MUST SEE !

Call (757) 339-0766 Anytime

GOLDEN RETRIEVER PUPPIES AKC Sire of puppies is pictured in the 2015 John Deere calendar, puppies are vet ck, 1st shots & wormed, references avail. Health guarantee, $800.

757-650-1949, 757-617-7508.

MERCURY 4HP 4 STROKE GREAT FOR DINGHY OR SAILBOAT LONG SHAFT 950.00 757-449-0845

Boat Trailers USED TRAILER SALE !!!

OVER 100 Avail. For Boats 12'-38' BUDGET BOATS: (757) 543 -7595

Boats/Rigs

Firewood-Fuels AAAA SEASONED FIREWOOD Stacking Available.

757-515-6933. 757-359-6832

Fitness Equipment Stationary bike, $45, Treadmill, $95, Rower,$55, Total gym, $95. Like new. Free delivery. 237-5757

Furniture-Household 2 Pc. All New Mattress Sets-In Plastic Twin $99, Full $119, Queen $129, King $189 Free Lay Away/Can Deliver. 757-490-3902

Brand New Layaway Available

MATTRESS SETS

Full- $99, Queen- $129, King- $169 40% Military Discount on all other sets!

Can deliver. 757-706-3667 Oakwood Interiors king bedroom set Versailles sleigh bed, 2 nightstands, lingerie chest, dresser, mirror, entertainment armoire, $4000.00 757-406-0421

Good Things To Eat CINDYâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;S PRODUCE-Apples, Grapes, Winter Squash, Apple & Pumpkin Butter, Mums 3 for $12.

10-6 Daily, 2385 Harpers Rd., VB. 427-2346.

For Rent-Chesapeake House Ewell Lane-3 BR, 1 BA, liv rm, den, lg kit., gar., $1400 + utils. Hickory schools, 757-285-9176

For Rent-Furnished Apts Low Weekly Rates avail starting $199 week.

For Rent-Norfolk Apts 570 W. Oceanview Ave. - Willoughby Spit BEAUTIFUL WATERFRONT Bldg. $850. mo.

Near NAS Large 2 br/1 bath, 2nd floor, No Pets, call Tricia 735-2876 Owner/Agent.

For Lease-Office Space 2000 sq ft. $18 per ft. Owner, 757-286-5781.

Great Dane Pups. AKC Reg. 3 Blue males. UTD shots/dewormed. Ready to go. Call 336-543-5884

GREAT DANES-AKC. 9 wks., black female $700; Harlequin female $1000. Parents on site. 635-3964

Highland Lynx Cubs/Kittens-Asking $250

For Rent-Portsmouth House In historic district, nice location, 1.5 block off water. Restored, 2BR, LR, kit, all new s.s. appliances, BA & 1/2, no pets, CHAC $1300. mo 757-681-1621

neg. Parents on premises. 602-638-7422.

For Rent-Rooms

Jack russell pups 3 males great colors 1st shot & wormed parents on site $250 each 252-287-9025

Baylake Pines/Chicks Bch-With access to

Kittens 8weeks old. Black and White.

Good with dogs and kids $5 757-619-3927

house, on Lake Joyce, 3 BR, 2 BA, fp, W/D, deck overlooking water, mins. to beach & bases. All utils inclu. No pets. Some dep. $900. 757-464-2309.

Lab pups. Chocolate & Black, AKC, Born 8/11,16 First shots, wormed & micro-chipped. $550 Family raised, adorable! 757 439-8580

Mini. Schnauzers All Colors. Super Coats.

Year Health Guarantee. www.smithschnauzers.com For More Info 434-349-3854 or 434-770-1464

Ches. Volvo Pkwy furnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;d w/ bath, util. & cable incl., $600+ dep. Must have job & refâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s. 567-6868

Close To Town Center, $495/mo incl. all Util., W/D. NO Pets, Smokers or Alcohol.

Avail Now. (757) 681 - 1403.

Grassfield-Furnished rms, house access, nice Miniature Australian Shepherd Puppies Purebred Blue Merle Males/Females - Lots of TLC !!

Call for more info 757-650-3511

Miniature Pinschers-6 mo old brown & tan male; 1 yr old black & tan male $600; both up to date on all shots. Parents reg. & onsite. 874-5502

neighborhood, pool, $700 mo+ dep. 757-541-7172

Near CBN-No drugs/smoking/drama, must be clean. Shared bath. $115 wk.+ sec. dep of $200.

Proof of work, refâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s reqâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;d. 757-718-2844.

Norfolk Quiet clean $130wk+dep near bases on busline n/s washer/dryer757-718-2317

parti colored, ready Sept. 25. $300. 252-297-2716 MINIATURE-TO-MEDIUM GOLDENDOODLE PUPPIES READY TO GO TO NEW HOMES NOW, BORN 6-22.

Apricot or black. Raised in loving home. $1800. Call Patty today before theyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re gone: 435-9908.

Ocean View-Furnished suite w/bath, all util., private entry. Non-smoker. $600/mo. 348-8522 PORTS.-Furnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;d, cable, all utils, 1 blk to bus & store, $525 mo w/$250 dep 757-967-9113 lv msg

Mini Schnauzer puppies for sale. $500, parents on site. 252-325-3649 or 252-325-3626

Va Bch-2 furnished rms+ priv. half bath in mobile home, lg priv. lot. $400+ dep. 757-390-5898.

Va Bch-Lovely neighborhood, working professionOlde English Bulldogge pup ready now.Beachbulldogge pups www.beachbulldogges.com 757 803-2076

Poodles-Teacups & Tiny Toys, AKC Pups, shots up to date, parents on site, taking dep. for puppies ready 9/28. 757-481-1618, 581-7946. up to date, sired bred. $2100 neg. 757-672-9099.

Shih Tzu Pups-Beautiful markings, parents on premises, no papers, no checks. Serious inquiries only, $350 firm. 757-498-0052, 757-408-0191.

St. Bernard Pups-Male, Females, 1st shots, de-wormed, ready to go. $800. 252-357-4829, 252-548-8327, call or text

St. Bernard Pups-Ready to go. AKC papers. $700 each. Call John 757-359-8897 for more info Toy Rat Terriers-7 wks old, adorable, $275 each. 757-536-3052. 757-482-5083.

Welsh Terrier Pups - AKC, sweet, smart,

al w/refs, w/d with house privileges, all utils incl. $490 mo.+ $100 dep. 471-4748 or 470-6360 VA BEACH - Furnished room by Lynnhaven Mall, Town Ctr., 3 bases, beaches. All utils., Cable, WIFI. Non-smoker. $550 mo. Prof. Pref. 757-472-3581.

Weblin, Va Bch-Cable, Wi-Fi, bedrm, own bath, near Diamond Springs/Newtown Rd. $500 mo for all. Call John 757-737-0970.

For Rent-To Share Kempsville, $500/Mo. Non/Smoker, Must Be Employed, Utils Incl., W/D, No Pets, Alcohol, or Drugs. 757-473-5611 Little Neck area in VA Beach - male to share with same/secluded home & private garden in quiet neighborhood. Must like friendly cats!

Total house privileges/private bath. $850 mo. well furnished, sec. deposit, Cox cable & internet & maid service available No smokers/social drinkers only.

Perfect for GEO bachelor. 757-498-9495

non-shed, shots, vet ck, 1-434-349-3328.

WESTIE - AKC, 1 male, vet checked, 1st shots.

Shore Dr. Gate 4. Lg furnished master suite, king-size bed, deck on water. $700. 818-4872.

$495. Ready now. 252-473-5619

Yorkie Poo Pups-10 wks., 1st shots, wormed, have parents, $450. 757-421-7708.

YORKIE PUPS-Reg. Vet. Excel Health. Beautiful.

M/Fâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s, Genius. Potty Trained. $975-$1175.

Great Bridge, Ches. CALL 757-672-7797.

For Rent-Va.Beach House

757RENTALS.COM THE PROPERTY SHOPPE (757) 496-1986 Licâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;d. Agent

Power Boats/Cruisers

For Sale-Home (All)

215 searay express cruiser 2000 23ft over

ABSOLUTE AUCTION - 4BR in FRANKLIN VA

all 240hp mercruiser 274hr cuddy cabin boatel kept 2008 EZ loader trailer call for photos more info 18,500 757-465-5383

Thursday, Oct.1 at 3PM on Franklin Courthouse Steps (1020 Pretlow St, Franklin) 4BR rental home currently leased at $750/mo.

TRFAuctions.com VAAF501 (434)847-7741

REDUCED! Yamaha 210LX, Jet Boat 2003 21â&#x20AC;&#x2122; Cranberry, recently buffed, 50 mph, 270 h.p. twin engines, trailer, GC, a steal at $7,750, 757288-7772

For Sale-Land/Farm/Timber

Tickets ODU Tickets, Oct. 17, Oct. 31, Nov. 14, Nov. 28th. 50 yd line, visitor side+ 5 gar passes. $25 per ticket.

757-495-3644.

#01A Black Sifted TOPSOIL 6 yds $205, Mulch $25/yd; Compost $30/yd.

D. Millerâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s, 482-5083

Tomatoes, Field Peas, Sweet Potatoes, Butterbeans 9a-6p 3116 New Bridge Rd., VB 721-6226

both. 757-803-5455.

wormed, parents on site. $500. Call 421-7708.

Topsoil-Mulch CROMWELLâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;S PRODUCE

Rosewood Memorial Park-2 lots, $3000 for

Greenbrier Pkwy Office Bldg.-Next to DMV,

Rottweiler- 6 mo old female, all shots/records

Tracker 14â&#x20AC;&#x2122;, Load Rite trailer, $1000.

Call 757-853-4692.

Burial/Cemetery Plot Parklawn Memorial Park Hampton Garden Lake View, Sect4 Lot152. Plots are very rare & in a beautiful resting place, right on lake. $2,800 for both, selling way under value.

757-813-1878

Golden Retriever Pups-AKC, shots up-to-date,

Cover Lifters, $179. Call (888) 772 - 7810

Boat Motors

la Rd. Garden of Disciples, 2 spaces $1900 each.

757-853-7058 or mor.wm1@verizon.net

Oceanfront Hotel. 1719 Atlantic Ave. 757-425-5511 Golden Retriever Puppies Weaned and ready to go.

Born July 27. First shots and dewormed. AKC Registered parents on site. Two males ($700) and one female ($750) left.

Call 757-235-4523

training started. Smart. $450-$750. 757-274-2381.

WWII Relics. Retired Vet seeks WWII helmets, medals, daggers, etc. 757-869-1739

Roosevelt Memorial Park-1101 Campostel-

Vet check guarantee, $850. 757-620-6026.

Labradoodles-Creams & blacks, shots & clicker

714-4573. PAINT & WALLPAPER BY BOB The Masterâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Touch-Quality Painting Co. Int-

Diabetic Test Strips Wanted Up to $25 Cash/Box Unexpired/Unopened LOCAL. CALL BETH 757-235-4496

each. 757-242-0242.

Antique Running Lights, port & starboard,

100% ALL TREE & SHRUB REMOVAL

Painting/Decorating Quality Painting & Power Washing. 20+ Yrs Exp. Owner Operated. Call Eric At 377-6260.

Wheelchairs, Scooters, Lifts for Cars & Vans, Stairlifts/Elevators/Pool Lifts/Ramps.

We Repair Scooters & Wheelchairs,

Pets-Dogs,Cats,Other

Wrist Watches

$CASH for Unused, Unexpired Diabetic Test Strips$ Call Denise 757-335-1130 Same day pick up

Free Installation/25% Discount

Bichon Frise Pups-AKC, vet checked, 1F, 4M,

Including JOHN DEERE. We Service Generators 757-478-3474

Handicapped Supplies

Any Silver Pieces

NORFOLK PLUMBING, INC.

CONCRETE SPECIAL: ONLY $5/SF Complete. 200 sq. ft. minimum. Family Business Since 1960. WHY PAY MORE? Call 757-297-6698

PEACH & FRUIT WINES U-Pick Vegetables. Estate Bottled Wines.

For Info, Call 252-429-3564 or 757-646-6637

Older Menâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s/Womenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s

Spa & Hot Tub Covers - $99 & Up.

SPECIALIZING IN CEILINGS

FREE INSPECTIONS

House Cleaning

ALL COINS Sterling Flatware

You Pick Muscadine Grapes

Miniature Poodle Pups-M/F. Shots, wormed,

HOME INSULATION

ANGELICAâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;S House Cleaning & Carpet: 25 yrs

Furniture, Glassware, Costume Jewelry,

Antique Oak Rolltop Desk $500. 757-390--0879.

Small Repair Specialist. Affordable Pricing.

Licensed & Insured.We Get The Job Done! 237-5999

Windows & Doors, Bath/Kit. Remodel, Roof Leaks Solved, Painting Inside or Outside, Tile Work, Pressure Washing, Termite Damage & Structural Repairs. Over 30 Yrs. Exp. Paul 757-630-0347.

Buying All Antiques

Coin Collection; Nascar Collection $600;

Oak Grove Remodeling and Repairs. No job is to small or big. Veteran own and operated. Contact us today for a FREE quote at 757-675-4188

VALIANT, INC.-General Repairs, Replacement

Ray Higgins

18th, 19th & 20th Century, Furniture, Artwork, China, Crystal & Collectibles.

1 Piece Or Entire Contents.

We Come To You With & Courteous & Professional Service. No Obligation Offers. Please Get My Offer Before You Sell!

Tag Sales & Estates Settled.

Hawkins Enterprise, Inc. Specializing in

757-502-0200

A Basic

American Antique Picker

ANTIQUES & ESTATES

Bake Sale -Wesley UMC, 220 Kingâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Hwy. in Chuckatuck. Sat., 10/3, 8-2. Benefits Scholarships

FREE QUOTES WITHIN THE HOUR

THE INSULATION DOCTOR Attic Insulation l Insulation Removal l Crawl Space Insulation l l Insulation Upgrade l

Antiques & Collectibles

Garage Sale - Suffolk

Beaufort Home Repair, carpentry, electrical,

room additions, bathroom & kitchen remodeling.

Lic & Insâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;d. Free Estimates. 757-466-7272

Norfolk, etc. Baby, Kids, Clothing, Toys, and Equipment Sale, Hosted by the Tidewater Mothers of Multiples Club. Saturday, October 3rd; 8am-2pm Church of the Ascension, 4853 Princess Anne Road, Virginia Beach, 23452. Fall and winter consignment, baby gear, children's clothes, books, maternity, indoor/outdoor toys, movies, bake sale, and more! https://www.facebook.com/tmomcsale

Annual Junto Womanâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Club Gar. &

services

Attorneys

Brick Repairs & Point Up, Walls, Steps, Etc. Semi-Retired Stone Mason, Earl Smith, AKA Stone Smith. Free Estimates & Great Prices. You Wonâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t Find A Better Man. 757-270-0578.

Gigantic Indoor Yard Sale-Fri., Oct. 2 & Sat., Oct. 3, 8-2 PM. Great Bridge United Methodist Church, 201 Stadium Dr. Household items, small appliances, linens, clothing, toys, tools, furniture, etc.

FIELDSTONE GLEN YARD SALE!! Sat, 10/3, from 8-3. Furniture/household goods, childrenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s items, toys, clothing! Fieldstone Glen Way & Dam Neck Rd

4713 Haygood Rd., VA Beach.

SPACES AVAILABLE $10.

Saturday, Oct. 3, 7am - 3pm

Drywall & Plaster Repairs, Whole House Painting, Commercial & Residential. 757-403-4689.

Brick Block Work

Annual

Antiques, mid century, silver, lamps, linens, FOOD ...each SUNDAY starting Oct. 4, 12-5 thru DECEMBER 20. 833 West 21 Street! IN PARKING LOT. RENT A TABLE!. Call for info 757-622-4244

plumbing, painting & more. Senior Discounts. Licâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;d & Insâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;d. 619-1386. beauforthomerepair@gmail.com

Uncontested. $350 + $88 filing fee.

No court appearance required.

SE Habla Espanol Hilton Oliver, atty. 757-490-0126

Womenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s

20 Plus Vendors, Table Top Selling BAZAAR

H FALL SALE H On Central Air, Heat Pumps & Gas Furnace Sys. Clean & Check for $69. Call Comfort Energy Systems 757-335-0290.

DIVORCE

Methodist

Garage Sale - Norfolk

Norfolk SUPER ESTATE SALE. The Talbot on Granby, 6311 Granby St. Apt 213, Norfolk 23505. Sat 9/26 10-6 & Sun 9/27 12-5. Antique & vintage furniture, jewelry, fine china, original artwork, lots more! Library of Korean War mil hist. Follow yellow signs (and sign in) for entry to facility AND THIS SALE!

757.622.1455

Air Conditioning & Heating

United

Waterstone Western Branch Lots to see! 2046 River Pearl Way Fri/Sat 9/25&9/26 8-2pm

Estate Sale L&J Gardens Virginia Beach 1077 Norwich Ave. Near Norfolk Academy Mark your calendar! Sprawling ranch filled with an eclectic mix of furniture in like new condition, accessories, collectables, designer clothing and costume jewelry. SELLING TO THE WALLS! Sept 26-27, Sat. 10am-4pm, Sun. 11am-4pm.

Check www.estatesales.net for details.

business

Wanted To Buy

Courthouse Estates Community Yd Sale

BUSINESS MANAGEMENT\OWNERSHIP OPPORTUNITY:

Announcements

Good Things To Eat

A-1 BLACK, Screen/Sifted Black Topsoil, Mulch, Sand, Compost. Prompt Delivery. Visa/MC.

Jack Frost Enterprises 430-2257

ABSOLUTE AUCTION - (5) SUFFOLK FARMS Thurs, Oct.1, 6PM at Arrowhead YMCA 275 Kenyon Rd, Suffolk, VA Offered in 7 Tracts totaling 384 acres. Majority in open, productive farmland. Balance in wood and timberland. Call for package or view photos, aerials, plats, directions, and more at TRFAuctions.com TRF Auctions VAAF501 (434)847-7741

Real Estate Services

Automobiles for Sale

All Houses Bought Cash Paid To You. 285-1234

Wanted Real Estate

Automobiles for Sale

Automobiles for Sale

FLAGSHIPNEWS.COM | OCT 1, 2015 | THE FLAGSHIP | C7 Motorcycles

Honda 2000 Civic, black, 2 dr., 192K mis.,

Kawasaki 2002 Ninja 500, 5400 mis.,

excel cond, $3500 obo. 757-285-3903.

superb cond, $1750 OBO. 757-481-5275.

Honda 2001 Civic LX, 4 dr., SPOTLESS, low

Suzuki 2002 DRZ400, under 1800 mis.,

CHOOSE CAR SEAT:

BY AGE & SIZE

tune-up, new battery, $2900. 757-497-7634.

mis., auto, air, inspected. $4450. 439-8017. va. dlr.

7 CITIES! WE BUY HOUSES! 757.632.0353 ANY CONDITION! ALL CASH! CALL TODAY!

Antiques & Classics Chevy 1955 Belair-2 door hardtop, stock color, green & cream, 350 auto, very nice car. $30,000. Call Bennie 757-652-9193.

Dunebuggy 1972, rebuilt motor, custom paint, new clutch, road ready, $5500. 757-340-7829.

CHEVROLET 1991 CORVETTE Garage kept.

Excellent condition. 110,700 miles. Lots of extras and new parts. AM/FM/DVD player with bluetooth. $11,500. Call or text 757-567-7747

Chrysler LXi 2003 Concorde Luxury package, leather, pwr everything, premium sound sys, tint wds. Well maintained, oil chg every 3k

Automobiles for Sale

Sport Utility Vehicles

Honda 2002 Civic EX, 2 dr coupe, spotless,

Chevy 2003 Suburban 99K miles on hyper maintained red SUV. Looks and runs great at only $7500.00. Sam 438-1387

136K, auto, air, loaded, $3990. 439-8017, va. dlr.

Honda 2004 CRV, 114K, blue, well kept, all records, great deal. $5500, 803-528-9030.

Honda 2005 Accord Excellent condition. 129k mi.

V-6, 4-door, red. $5,950. (607)222-1389

NISSAN 2015 ALTIMA -S- RED EXTERIOR, CHARCOAL INTERIOR, LOW MILES, GAS SAVER 38+ MPG !, BLUETOOTH, MP3, IPOD CONN, AS NEW AS IT GETS, DRIVES & FEELS LIKE BRAND NEW!, UNDER FULL NISSAN WARRANTY, CARFAX CERTIFIED, SAVE HUGE $$ FROM NEW, VERY ROOMY & QUIET RIDE, $15,890. CALL OR TEXT @ (757)373-3257 OR CALL (757)803-9001 VaDlr

Toyota 1997 Avalon XL, gar kept, 1 owner,

Hyundai 2004 Santa Fe AWD. spotless, air, loaded, low mis, inspected, $4990. 439-8017 va dlr

Hyundai 2004 Santa Fe LX. V-6, leather, loaded, 1 owner, 90K, clean, $5995. 757-558-1830

spotless, auto, air, loaded, $3450 439-8017, va dlr

Toyota 2001 Avalon XLS, immaculate,

THE ONES

WHO ACTUALLY DO.

Jeep 2003 Liberty, immaculate, auto, air, loaded, inspected, $3950. 439-8017. Va. dlr.

leather, sunroof, gar. kept, $4950, 439-8017 va dlr

Toyota 2003 Celica GT, immaculate, 5 spd, sunroof, loaded, insp, $4950. 439-8017. va dlr

Lincoln 2003 Aviator AWD,runs great,clean,3rd row,seats 8,silver w/tan leather, 179k-miles 7572852556 $3800

VW 2001 Passat, 4 dr, loaded, sunroof, V-6, 1 owner, 110K, 5 spd, clean, $3695. 757-558-1830

Ford 1930 Model A Reliable and Presentable, ready to enjoy. rebuilt drive train. $13,500 OBO, 7576463681

Mazda 1999 Miata Conv, 135K, 5 spd, new top, a/c & tires, great shape, $4500. 286-3858

FIAT 2013 500 POP LOW 9,800 MILES!! AS NEW AS IT GETS!--LIGHT BLUE EXT, GRAY INT. AUTO TRANS, BLUETOOTH, MP3-AM-CD, POWER WINDOWS, ICE COLD AC, ALLOY WHEELS. VERY ECONOMICAL & RELIABLE, UNDER FULL FACTORY WARRANTY, A STEAL @ $11,480. CALL OR TEXT (757)373-3257 OR LAND LINE (757)803-9001.

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Ford 2002 Thunderbird, hardtop/conv, black with black & red interior. $14,000. 757-487-2486

Nissan 1986 300ZX VG tained,$5850.(757)613-1728

Cond.well

main-

porsche 1976 914 Call 757-448-8589

MERCEDES-BENZ 2004 S-430 STUNNING CONDITION, LOW MILES, SILVER METALLIC EXT. GRAY LEATHER/WOOD INTERIOR & 7-SPEED AUTO TRANSMISSION, XENON HEADLIGHTS, HEATED SEATS, PREMIUM SOUND SYSTEM W/CD CHANGER, TWO KEYS, NAVIGATION, NEW TIRES, ROTORS & BRAKE PADS, LOADED, TWO REMOTE KEYS & MANUALS, JUST SERVICED & INSPECTED, VERY ROOMY, LUXURIOUS & SMOOTH QUIET RIDE, MUST SEE & DRIVE TO BELIEVE, MSRP $92,000. CURRENT BOOK $15800. PRICED @ $11,980. CALL (757)803-9001 OR (757)373-3257 VaDlr

Ford 2004 Thunderbird 13000 miles. Merlot red with black and tan interior. 1 owner. Heated seats, 6disc c/d changer power window, locks, speed tilt.

Black soft top with matching red hard top. Hard top also has stand and cover. Has always been garage kept and has never been driven in the rain. There are no body or mechanical issues with this car. any questions contact Todd @ 757-581-4859

VW 2004 Jetta, immaculate, auto, air, loaded,

handicapped items NEW MOTORIZED SCOOTER W/ACCESSORIES PLUS LIFT FOR CAR OR VAN. $1800.00 FOR BOTH. 757 685-1630

Motor Homes $65,500. New Winnebago, 31K, loaded,

CHEVY 2004 SILVERADO 3500 HD DURAMAX 6.6L LOW MILEAGE 164000 RUNS BUT NEEDS TRANS WORK ENGINE STRONG DEISEL $9000 CONTACT DAVID 757-817-3527

Handicapped

not stripped, $225 prep fee. Only 2 at this price. List $85,000 Snyder’s RV 499-8000 www.snydersrv.com Jayco 2015 Redhawk RV is 23 foot with Ford e450.

2 TV’s, awning, sleeps 6. Microwave/Convection.

Frdge wit Freezer. Propane, gas and electric. NEVER USED. $59,000.00. Contact and we will send pictures. 252-232-0620.

VW 1973 Super Beetle, $6,875 obo, clean, no rust, must see, fun ride. Call or text Nick @ 757.619.7578

Trucks Chevrolet 1971 C-10 Longbed ProStreet,Narrowed 9in 4.56,19x33 M/T,15x14&15x3 1/2 Welds,383 SBC Stroker 400hp+,4Whl Wilwood Manual Brakes,Manual Steering,Frame Off,Color Matched Aluminum Tubs & Bed,Show Quality. $22,500 Please Serious Inquiries Only.-----Contact Mike Balf Race Cars with Build Questions 757-200-4616 ----To View Call Paul Balf 757-803-8042

sunroof, inspected, $4450. 439-8017. Va Dlr.

THE NUMBER OF PEOPLE

WHO THINK THEY HAVE THEIR CHILD IN THE RIGHT SEAT.

Dodge 2006 Dakota, Club Cab, black, 71K, 6 spd, tool box, liner, $5800. 757-406-5941.

Ford 1989 Ranger XLT 4cyl, 5 spd,30mpg. New stereo. Looks and drives great. $2650. 237-5757

Motorcycles MERCEDES-BENZ 2009 CLK350 CONVERTIBLE LOW 37K MILES, GRAY EXT. W/BLK INT, EXCELLENT CONDITION, NAV, KEYLESS GO, KEYLESS START, WOOD/LEATHER STEERING WHEEL, ICE COLD AC, LOADED WITH ALL OPTIONS. CURRENT BOOK $24,800. SAVE OVER 5 GRAND! PRICED @ $18,900. CALL OR TEXT (757)373-3257 OR LAND LINE (757)803-9001.

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Automobiles for Sale Acura 2006 TL Gold, navig, orig owner, gar kept, all records, 208K mis, $5500, 757-816-2015

Buick 1994 LaSabre, inspected, good cond, $700. Call after 2 PM, 757-399-2470.

Ford 2007 Taurus Clean, extremely well maintained gold 2007 Ford Taurus with very low miles (44,415). Very reliable car that drives exceptionally well. Lots of features including leather and ice cold air. Carfax report on hand. $5500 OBO. Please call 757-547-7475.

Harley Davidson 2008 Night Train Great bike , many custom extras including front wheel ,seat , pegs and grips. Extended foot controls. 7100 miles.$9,850 757-581-2942

NEED A CAR? ZERO DOWN? BAD CREDIT? CALL 757-717-1715 VA DLR

Vans

Nissan 2000 Sentra, gold, clean, 145K mis., 2nd owner, excel cond, $3000. 757-580-0566.

Chrysler 2006 Town & Country, luxury, 7 pass, loaded, V-6, 90K, 1 owner. $4995. 558-1830

Nissan 2007 Sentra GXE, spotless, auto, air, inspected, loaded, $4450. 439-8017. va. dlr.

Dodge 2014 Caravan, navy, extremely dependable, 6 cyl., 15K, $17,200. 757-535-1687.

Harley Davidson 2012 Switchback Red. 2700 mi.

Clean/garaged. $11,500. 757 348 6791

KNOW

FOR SURE IF YOUR CHILD IS IN THE RIGHT CAR SEAT.

Ford 1996 250 Econoline Conversion, good cond, needs work on a/c. $3500. 757-328-7205.

CADILLAC 2008 DTS - LOW 59K MILES---SUPERB CONDITION---PEWTER SILVER EXT. WITH TAN/WOOD INT.---POWER HEATED SEATS---ICE COLD AC---AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION--- PROVEN V8 NORTHSTAR ENGINE---PARKING ASSIST SENSORS---TWO KEYS & MANUALS---CLEAR CARFAX NO ACCIDENTS---NEW TIRES & BRAKE ROTORS & PADS---JUST SERVICED & INSPECTED---VERY SMOOTH AS SILK RIDE---ROOMY & LUXURIOUS---PRICE AT $12,850--- CALL OR TEXT (757)803-9001 or (757)373-3257 VaDlr Chevrolet 2011 Impala LS Excellent condition.

47K miles. New inspection. $11,000 . 547-1431.

Chrysler 2006 PT Cruiser, loaded, good mis., new insp, nice. $3800, 757-487-4194, va. dlr

Kia 2004 Sedona LX Just inspected, Dual A/C, Runs great, 123K miles, $2900, 757 434 1298

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Mazda 2003 MPV LX. Very clean, DVD, 165K Ford 2008 Mustang Shelby GT500 28,200 Miles. Garage Kept.

Excellent Condition. $29,500.00 Neg. Serious Inquires Only. (757) 647-0979

Honda 1997 Accord LX, 4 dr., LOW MIS., 104K MIS., $3550. 439-8017. Va. Dlr

mis., excel, $3000 obo. 757-319-3424.

NISSAN 2012 LEAF SV , LOW 36K MILES, -0- GAS EVER!! ALL ELECTRIC, NEW CONDITION, AUTO TRANS, GPS NAVIGATION, REAR VIEW CAMERA, POWER & HEATED SEATS, BLUETOOTH, XM SAT RADIO, I-Pod CONNECTION, KEYLESS ENTRY, LOW MAINTENANCE, NEW SOLD $35,500. Priced at $11,980.

Call or Text Anytime @ (757)373-3257 VaDlr

Harley-Davidson 2013 Street Glide LOW MILEAGE! Vivid Black, Stage II Mapped Screaming Eagle fuel Injected, black Reinhardt pipes, 14” handle bars.

Has optional accessories. Garaged, GREAT CONDITION! Call 435-9593 or 8154.

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Wanted Automobiles $ABSOLUTELY ABLY ACQUIRING AUTOS All Makes & Models, Best Price Paid!!

FREE TOWING. 749-8035

Religious Services JEB Little Creek Chapel JEB Fort Story Chapel ROMAN CATHOLIC Mass schedule: 5 p.m., Sat. (fulfills Sunday obligation) 8:30 a.m. & 12:15 p.m. , Sun. Confessions: 3:30 - 4:45 p.m., Sat.

lastweek's answers

PROTESTANT Sun. School : 9 a.m. Sun. (Ages 4 - Adult) AWANA / Children’s Church : 10 a.m., Sun. (Ages 4 - 10) Worship service:10:30 a.m., Sun. Fellowship: 11:30 a.m., Sun. Coffeehouse: 5 p.m., Sun. Bible Study/ Band Practice: 5 p.m., Mon. WOC: 9:30 a.m., Wed Chapel choir practice: 7 p.m., Wed. Handbell choir: 7 p.m. Thurs.

NWS Yorktown Chapel ROMAN CATHOLIC Mass schedule: 8:30 a.m., Sun. PROTESTANT Worship service:10:30 a.m., Sun.

NSA Northwest Annex Chapel ROMAN CATHOLIC Rosary: 9:30 a.m., Sun. Confessions: 9:30 a.m., Sun. Mass Schedule: 10 a.m., Sun. CCD (Sept-May) 11 a.m., Sun. PROTESTANT (EPISCOPAL) Worship service: 8 a.m., Sun. VACATION BIBLE SCHOOL July 29 - Aug. 2; 6 to 8 p.m.

ROMAN CATHOLIC Mass schedule: 9 a.m., Sun. Bible study: 9:30 a.m., Tues.

PROTESTANT Worship service:11 a.m., Sun. Bible study: Noon, Wed.

Naval Station Norfolk ROMAN CATHOLIC Our Lady of Victory Chapel Mass schedule: 11:45 a.m., Wed. | 10 a.m., Sun. PROTESTANT David Adams Memorial Chapel Worship services: 10:30 a.m., Sun. Jewish SABBATH Commodore Levy Chapel (Second Floor Bldg. C7) Sabbath: 7 p.m., Fri. (Sabbath Fellowship Oneg Shabbot Follows) ISLAMIC WORSHIP: Masjid al Da’wah 2nd Floor (Bldg. C-7) Services: 1 p.m., Fri. Chapels are open daily for prayer.

NAS Oceana Chapel ROMAN CATHOLIC Mass schedule: 11:30 a.m., Tues.-Fri. 9 a.m. & 12:15 p.m., Sun. PROTESTANT Sun. school: 9:15 a.m., Sun. Worship service: 10:40 a.m., Sun. Bible study: 11 a.m., Wed.

Dam Neck Annex Chapel ROMAN CATHOLIC Confessions: 4:15 p.m., Sat. Mass Schedule: 5 p.m., Sat.

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PROTESTANT Worship service: 9 a.m., Sun.

Last week’s CryptoQuip answer When two old robbers stealthily broke into the shoe store, would you say they were sneakers?

contact info

duty chaplain

Norfolk: 444-7361 JEBLCFS: 462-7427 Yorktown: 887-4711 Oceana: 433-2871 Dam Neck: 492-6602 NSA Northwest Annex: 421-8204

The Duty Chaplain stands by to serve and is available 24 hours a day, seven days a week.

Conversations are confidential. Contact the Duty Chaplain by calling 438-3822.

For stories from the Chaplain’s Corner, visit www.flagshipnews.com/news/chaplains_corner/

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