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Saving green on the green by Staff Sgt. Stephanie Rubi 633RD AIR BASE WING PUBLIC AFFAIRS

Eaglewood Golf Course continues to provide affordable leisure to the community by developing six new programs offered to military members and their families that range from low-cost to no-cost at all, whether it's unit physical training or a family outing. From beginners to experts, these new programs are geared to bring people to together and build camaraderie, and include Physical Training Golf, Tee It Forward, Family Tee, Get Golf Ready, various golf tournaments and two full-size practice greens. Operated by the 633rd Force Support Squadron, Eaglewood's three completely free services are PT Golf, Tee It Forward and use of two fullsize practice greens. Joint Base Langley-Eustis units can revamp their weekly PT by using the PT Golf program. The program originated at Fort Eustis, and with its success among U.S. Army Soldiers, Andy Weissinger, JBLE Golf Course general manager, brought it to Eaglewood. Participants complete nine holes within 20 to 30 minutes, running an average of two miles while learning how to play golf. All rental equipment and use of the course is free with a scheduled session. Squadrons can have their PT session at the golf course,

where they'll break up into teams of five to 10 players and play nine holes of a unique version of speed golf. The first player hits the ball to the hole and the rest of the team will run to its location; then it is player two's turn. "I watched how the Soldiers who participated in the PT Golf program liked it," said Weissinger. "One day I'd see them at the PT golf with no knowledge of the game, but a few weeks later I'd see them out on the green practicing just because they enjoyed it." Tee It Forward is another free program for golfers who want to play a better game. With assistance from certified professional golfers, customers can learn to putt for birdies and pars more often, hit more lofted irons into the green, play faster and score better. Family Tee on the golf course is a low-cost program that allows children to play free. It offers families the opportunity to spend time to-

Photos by Staff Sgt. Stephanie Rubi

The Eaglewood golf course Langley Air Force Base, Va., provides new programs for military members and their families that range from low-cost to no-cost at all. The programs include Physical Training Golf, Tee It Forward, Family Tee, Get Golf Ready, various golf tournaments and two full-size practice greens.

gether on the green, complete with child-friendly distances. Family members with different experience levels will be able to play a par 4 together. Weissinger said these programs have added value because of the quality time customers spend with friends and family. Families can play and learn the sport together while enjoying each other's company. "Families go to the movies for two hours, sit in a dark

room, have no physical movement and zero communication with one another," said Weissinger. "But bring your family to the golf course and in the same two hours you can learn and enjoy a sport together, perform a physical activity, and have open communication during the entire duration of your game." Get Golf Ready is an additional low-cost program for beginners. It features five sessions with rental equipment

in a group setting where participants learn the basics of golf. Golfers can also participate in club tournaments, giving participants the tournament experience without the large fees normally associated with it. The next two tournaments offered at Eaglewood are scheduled for October and November of this year. Additionally, the golf course will host a customer appreciation party Oct. 26 to welcome new customers and thank current customers. For more information about Eaglewood Golf Course and its programs, contact Andy Weissinger, Justin Ford or Archie Dejacimo at 764-4547.

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Youngest American WWII ace remembered by Dr. Roy Heidicker 4TH FIGHTER WING

Ret. Air Force Col. Van Chandler, the youngest American pilot to have destroyed five enemy aircraft in World War II, was remembered during a ceremony and shadow box presentation here, Aug. 5. With a heartfelt speech in whichherememberedthegrandfather he knew as a child, Nash presented the 4th Fighter Wing with Chandler's shadow box. Col. Lamar Pettus, 4th FW vice commander, thanked Nash for the donation and spoke of Chandler's many accomplishments to include two Legion of Merit medals, three Distinguished Flying Crosses and 15 Air Medals. Chandler began his service nearly 70 years ago as a second lieutenant assigned to the 336th Fighter Squadron of the 4th Fighter Group in Eng-

land, and flew the P-51D Mustang during WWII. One week after his arrival, Chandler experienced a mechanical malfunction and, since there were no ejection seats at the time, he had to bail out by climbing out of his plane. Fortunately, he successfully parachuted to the ground and was hidden by a Belgium family until rescued by British forces. New Year's Day, 1945, Chandler shot down his fifth enemy aircraft, making him an ace. For the 4th FG, a place where you couldn't walk through the chow hall without tripping over an ace or two, this would be a pretty mundane event, except for one thing; Chandler was only 19 years old. He became the youngest American ace of WWII and destroyed another four German planes on the ground before the end of the war.

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Thomas Nash, grandson of retired Air Force Col. Van Chandler, presents Col. Lamar Pettus, 4th Fighter Wing vice commander, with a shadow box of his grandfather’s medals during a ceremony at Seymour Johnson Air Force Base, N.C., Aug. 5. Among Chandler’s honors are the Legion of Merit medal with one oak leaf cluster and the Distinguished Flying Cross with two oak leaf clusters.

Chandler went on to serve 30 years in the Air Force, ultimately shooting down three

MiG-15s in the Korean War and flying missions during the Vietnam War, in addi-

tion to his previous victories. A very humble man, Chandler never spoke of his wartime exploits to his wife, Mary, nor did he show her the medals he earned. Years after his death in 1998, Mary found his medals stored in a footlocker. With no knowledge of what these medals were, she researched them all and had them mounted in a shadow box, something she said Chandler wouldn't have approved of because of how private he was. She wanted to, in a way, bring Chandler's career full circle by offering to donate the box to be displayed at the 336th Fighter Squadron, at Seymour Johnson Air Force Base, N.C. The shadow box will be put on permanent display where future generations of Airmen can take pride in the fact that Chandler greatly enriched the 4th FW's heritage.

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Combat Coast Guard: The rst mission by Airman 1st Class Austin Harvill 633RD AIR BASE WING PUBLIC AFFAIRS

The U.S. Coast Guard Reserve’s Port Security Unit 305 assigned to Fort Eustis, does not perform the “standard” USCG mission. Rapid deployment capabilities, intense training and self-sufficiency make this unit vital in upholding the USCG’s first mission: port, waterway and coastal security. To create this dual-force, quick-reacting unit, a lot of planning and logistical readiness is required. Instead of relying on other units to meet these requirements, the PSU does it on its own. The PSU maintains itself without outside help by integrating medical, logistical, administrative and combat-ready sub-units. “We aren’t your normal Coast Guard unit,” said Master Chief Petty Officer Wayne Miesen, PSU 305 command MCPO. “We have medics, tech-

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ment possibilities. The PSU has found itself in high-visibility missions working behind the scenes to provide security before more permanent security is in place. After the Sept. 11, 2001 terrorist attacks in New York, the unit deployed to Bayonne, N.J., to help secure the harbor as a precaution to protect ships providing aid to the area. Staying constantly prepared for these missions as a reserve unit means a lot of training when the reservists come in on the assigned weekends. Range practice, expeditionary skills training, waterborne exercises and many other administrative, medical and logistical exercises take place simultaneously, giving the reservists time to keep their skills sharp in case of emergency. With Fort Eustis’s central location on the Eastern seaboard and a number of land and water-based training areas, Miesen believes he can always give PSU

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Think before you drink: Langley Airman’s ‘road to recovery’ by Staff Sgt. Ashley Hawkins 633RD AIR BASE WING PUBLIC AFFAIRS

In 2002, 1.4 million people were arrested nationally for driving under the influence, according to the U.S. Department of Transportation. Unfortunately, U.S. Air Force Senior Master Sgt. Randall Renaud was part of that statistic. On Oct. 2, 2002, six months after promotion to technical sergeant, he received an Article 15 for driving under the influence. Because of the consequences associated with receiving the DUI, the 633rd Civil Engineer Squadron engineering flight superintendent didn’t know how much his career would be affected. Through the years, his determination and resiliency allowed him to beat the odds and achieve a successful career. Before the incident, Renaud’s early career was on the rise, as he excelled at whatever task he put his mind to. The Florida native enlisted in December 1990 as an environmental support specialist and moved to Hill Air Force Base, Utah. He soared through the airman ranks, and was awarded senior airman below-the-zone. He received his line number after testing for staff sergeant only once. He didn’t make technical sergeant the first time, but aced the test on the second try. Although Renaud was doing well at his job, he made one poor decision that put a temporary halt to his career. Renaud said his life changed immeasurably because of one night of driving under the influence. “It definitely changed my life at the time. I received a full bust from technical sergeant to staff sergeant,” he said. “My license was suspended on base for a year and I couldn’t drive off

“The first thing any Airman needs to do when they’re down on their luck is just look at him or herself in the mirror and take responsibility” — U.S. Air Force Senior Master Sgt. Randall Renaud

base for 90 days. It was rough.” Though he only drove a halfmile down the road, Renaud said he understands the circumstances could have been much worse. “Only God knows what would have happened if I continued to drive,” he said. “The question for some people is when does the slippery slope end? Is it a ticket, accident or does it take someone getting killed? For me, it was the realization of what I had lost compared to what I could have lost.” Renaud was also faced with the fact that he didn’t have as much influence on his subordinates as before, which he said is one of the most important tasks as a noncommissioned officer. Renaud reflected how the DUI dimished his motivation. “One of my first bosses told me, ‘Take care of your people and they will take care of you.’ When you’re in that position of authority and you get busted back down, you really don’t have much authority at all,” he said. Fortunately, he didn’t allow his troubles to discourage him long. He decided to start over by going to work with a positive attitude. Renaud said he wanted to rebuild the trust of his coworkers, leadership and everyone who looked up to him before the DUI. In his rebuilding process, Renaud made an effort to deter others from making the same mistakes as he did by deliver-

ing his message base-wide. “I spoke with a dozen [First Term Airmen Center] classes and commander’s calls at various squadrons to try to influence people not to do what I did, and to think before you drink,” he said. Fourteen months after receiving the DUI and reconstructing his reputation, Renaud felt it was time to move on and volunteer for a new assignment. “When you get an Article 15, there are two routes you can take: You can take the route where you give up, or you can take the route where you try to rebuild yourself,” he said. “I wanted to take the route to rebuild myself, so I needed a fresh start. I took an assignment to Yokota Air Base, Japan.” A year after moving to Yokota, he tested for technical sergeant again and made the cutoff score the first time. “I blew it out of the water. I felt like, ‘Now, I’m getting back in the swing of things,’” said Renaud. “I’m getting a little motivation behind me because I made [technical] sergeant back.” Renaud began soaring through the ranks once again, regaining his confidence with each step. He made the cutoff score for master sergeant his first time, and after moving to Langley in 2012, he tested for senior master sergeant. He wasn’t too hopeful he would make the cut-off, but on Jan. 1, he sewed on senior master sergeant, 11 years after his DUI.

Staff Sgt. Ashley Hawkins

U.S. Air Force Senior Master Sgt. Randall Renaud, 633rd Civil Engineer Squadron engineering flight superintendent, speaks with senior noncommissioned officers during the Winning With People Course at Langley Air Force Base, Aug. 21. Renaud received an Article 15 after being arrested for driving under the influence in 2002.

“Wearing senior master sergeant on my sleeve is something I’d never dreamed of back in October 2002,” he said. “I was shocked when results came out. I was excited and overwhelmed with humility. I still ask myself sometimes, ‘Should I be a senior master sergeant? Do I deserve it?’” Renaud hopes other Airmen who have been through any type of struggle in their career are able to turn themselves around, but there are three steps he feels are important to follow. “The first thing any Airman needs to do when they’re down on their luck is just look at him or herself in the mirror and take responsibility,” he said. “Once I’d truly admitted to myself that it was all me, [I was on] the road to recovery. Second, pick yourself up and set new goals. Third, find a good mentor to

help get you back on the right path.” For Renaud, following those steps made it easier for him to keep pushing forward. With the help of his fellow Airmen, he feels everything he’s gone through has been a learning experience. He said he is “amazed and blessed” that he has made it this far in his career, and doesn’t plan on stopping. “I’m not finished yet,” he said. “I can still help more people. I still think I have more to give to the Air Force.” Renaud’s resilience has allowed him to serve his country now for more than 22 years. Although his recovery has been a long process, Renaud believes what has kept him going is being a part of a group of Airmen who support him, as well as each other each day to accomplish the mission.

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The Fort Eustis Fire & Emergency Services Flight recently received “Accredited Agency� status from the Commission on Fire Accreditation International for meeting the criteria established through the CFAI’s voluntary self-assessment and accreditation program.

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The Fort Eustis Fire & Emergency Services Flight recently received "Accredited Agency" status from the Commission on Fire Accreditation International for meeting the criteria established through the CFAI's voluntary self-assessment and accreditation program. The ight is one of 150 agencies internationally to receive accreditation from the CFAI and the Center for Public Safety Excellence Inc., which puts them in the top 1 percent of ďŹ re departments across the United States. "The agency's achievement of Accredited Agency status demonstrates the commitment of the agency to provide the highest quality of service to our community," said Todd Hartsch, Fort Eustis Fire & Emergency Services ďŹ re chief. "We have also been able to use the CFAI's process as a proactive mechanism to plan for the future of this agency and locate areas where we can improve on the quality of the services we provide to those that live and work on the installation." The unit started the process more than four years ago when it originally started under the command of the Army. When Fort Eustis merged with Langley Air Force Base in 2010, the accredidation process needed overhauling, said Hartsch. Much of the credit for achieving this accreditation after the revisions goes to the accreditation manager, 1st Lt. Bobby Privette. Privette ensured all of the documents presented before the commission were precise, truthful and accurately reected the services they provide to the installation and their mutual aid partners. Additionally, every member of the ight and division took part in making this happen. It was truly a team effort and one well deserving of their success.

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Energy drinks can be found in almost every convenience store. While the ingredients may be beneficial if taken separately, combining them in large quantities with usually 13 teaspoons of sugar essentially negate any health benefit they may have.

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drinks are too much by Airman 1st Class Austin Harvill 633RD AIR BASE WING PUBLIC AFFAIRS

Service members work a lot. Committing to protect the nation requires a lot of energy, and according to the Center for Disease Control, about 45 percent of Service members downrange find that energy in their drinks. Regardless of research suggesting those energized sugar-bombs could be unhealthy, the bottom line is this: Energy drinks keep Service members awake; however, there are other ways to stay alert without gulping down gallons of the stuff. “Caffeine can be good for you, multivitamins are generally good for you and different forms of supplementation can be beneficial, depending on the person,” said U.S. Army Lt. Col. Sonya Shaw, McDonald Army Health Center deputy commander. “Although energy drinks have all of those ingredients, they should never be considered healthy.” The individual ingredients of energy drinks, when ingested exclusively, have shown to have some potential benefits, said Shaw. For instance, many energy drink companies advertise the benefits of Vitamin B12, and marketing gimmicks, such as “energy synthesizers,” “smooth rush” and “less caffeine than a cup of coffee.” In many cases, these claims are not only vague, but misleading. According to ExRx, a supplementation and workout-centric website, and the New York Times, all of the ingredients combined can be pretty disastrous. With the addition of about 13 teaspoons of sugar per 16 ounce can, there are some serious health concerns coming your way. Troy Tuttle, an exercise physiologist at Houston University, said no one completely understands how the ingredients work together since companies have varying ad-

Photo by Airman 1st Class Austin Harvill

ditives and blending methods. The Food and Drug Administration does not regulate energy drinks, as they are considered “supplements,” so only independent research has a grasp on what these ingredients might do to the body. furthermore, there is no way to determine the long-term effects of energy drinks since they have only been prominent for around five years. What these researchers have discovered can not be good for the body, however. All of the common ingredients in energy drinks do two things, overload the body with energy-inducing chemicals and restrict water absorption in blood cells. Caffeine, taurine, L-carnitine, guarana, ginseng and B vitamins ramp up the body’s energy to unsafe levels. Blood vessels expand too far, perhaps resulting in hypertension; the heart pumps too quickly, which can induce pre-existing heart problems; stomach acid increases, potentially causing heartburn and stomach ulcers, and the body attempts to expel all of the chemicals when you go to the bathroom every 30 minutes, causing dehydration. In the end, all of those “cognitive and energy enhancers” will be nullified when you get a headache from the lack of water. You can try to rehydrate, but all of that sugar slows down the process, so sit back and rub those temples because it is going to be a while. If it is your first week of the graveyard shift, there is no doubt it will be difficult to stay awake at work, so that big, gas-canister-looking beverage in the fridge may seem appealing. Stop and consider the alternatives. Those ingredients, when taken separately, do have some additional benefits. According to ExRx, ginseng is one of the most researched and understood energyboosting agents on the market. There has

been no reported toxicity for the supplement, and it has been shown to enhance your mood, promote psychological wellness and perception, indirectly improve strength, increase muscle growth and increase oxygen intake. Depending on your current physical activity levels, caffeine, guarana and taurine can be used in conjunction with ginseng to keep eyelids open without serious health concerns. However, the most important part of taking any supplementation is reading the instructions on the labels and consulting your doctor. An even better decision would be to completely cut out supplementation and engage in physical activity to keep yourself awake. “Just standing up will remove grogginess,” said Shaw. “Physical exercise gets your blood pumping and prepares your body for more activity.” Drinking plenty of water helps as well, said Shaw. With 75 to 80 percent of the nation suffering from chronic dehydration, many Service members might discover the old Basic Military Training addage, “Hydrate or die,” could lend them a few extra hours of alertness. Finally, the most important part of staying awake on the job comes from sleeping enough. According to the National Heart, Lung, and Blood Institute, missing just one or two hours of sleep for several nights is equivalent to not sleeping at all for one or two days. Furthermore, sleep deficiency has been shown to decrease cognitive function, increase mood swings and increase the risk of obesity. Energy drinks are as helpful as they are healthy, so every Service member should instead get some rest, fill up their water bottles and exercise to feel that “smooth rush of energy.”

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Langley completes dorm renovations by Senior Airman Kayla Newman 633RD AIR BASE WING PUBLIC AFFAIRS

Approximately 830 U.S. Air Force Airmen are housed in the dormitories at Langley Air Force Base. In recent months, those dormitories have received a number of renovations to improve quality of life for Airmen. Renna Hall, the last dormitory to undergo renovations, and Olsavsky Hall are the secondoldest dormitories on Langley, and received the most updates. Along with new heating, ventilation and air conditioning units, the dorms also received new showers, toilets and sinks. The new HVAC units will help maintain good indoor air quality through proper ventila-

tion with filtration and provide thermal comfort. Additionally, dormitory residents in the same unit were relocated in order to be housed together. “We wanted to improve the quality of life for the Airmen in the dormitories,” explained U.S. Air Force Staff Sgt. Jeron Branch, 633rd Civil Engineer Squadron Airman dormitory leader noncommissioned officer in charge. “We accomplished this by not only updating the HVAC units, but by moving unit residents into the same dormitory.” By combining Airmen assigned to the same unit into one dormitory, it helps build unit camaraderie and morale, said Branch. With the dormitory renova-

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Olslavsky Hall was one of two Airman dormitories at Langley Air Force Base, to undergo approximately $3 million in renovations and upgrades over the past two years. Contractors replaced HVAC units, plumbing and other ailing infrastructure, as well as expanded and upgraded kitchen facilities, in Olslavsky and Renna Halls. Each dorm, which were built in the late 1980s, houses 148 Airmen.

tions finishing up, residents from Jordan and Eberflus Halls will move into Renna Hall, leaving Jordan and Eberflus vacant indefinitely. According to Branch, the Airman dormitory leaders have received positive feedback from

the first sergeants of the units that relocated. “We have heard good things from the first sergeants around the base,” said Branch. “By moving residents from the same unit into one dormitory, we have allowed the first sergeants

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Promote, protectt, preserve and perfect: Langley Honor Gua ard exemplifies excellence by Airman 1st Class Victoria H. Taylor 633RD AIR BASE WING PUBLIC AFFAIRS

ABOVE: U.S. Air Force Airman 1st Class Yovani Calvillo, Langley Air Force Base Honor Guard ceremonial guardsman, practices a 7-man funeral ceremony at Langley AFB, Aug. 26. LEFT: U.S. Air Force Airmen of the Langley Air Force Base Honor Guard fold the flag during a training session at Langley AFB, Aug. 26. Throughout their training, the guardsmen are taught standardized ceremonies, which are performed with precise, detailed instructions.

With a crisp, pressed uniform adorned with insignia, decorations and accoutrements, she takes each step with sharp and persistent elegance toward the crying woman. In the crowd around her, mourners begin choking back tears overcome with emotion. With a bent knee, the Airman speaks in an unwavering, articulate voice. “On behalf of the President of the United States, the Department of the Air Force, and a grateful nation, we offer this flag...” Behind the steadfast gaze is an Airman fighting to hide her own feelings of grief in order to let the family know their veteran’s service is honored. U.S. Air Force Senior Airman Teresa Aber, a ceremonial guardsman with the Langley Air Force Base Honor Guard, handed the flag to the woman, performed a precise facing movement, and blended back in with the flight. As a ceremonial guardsman, Aber’s mission is to represent the Air Force and uphold a legacy of Airmen who promote the mission, protect standards, perfect the image and preserve the heritage of the Air Force Honor Guard. The Langley AFB Honor Guard is composed of volunteers who set aside their normal duties to become the face of Langley. Upholding the Air Force Honor Guard’s standards is not something that comes naturally during the 90-day rotation, and as any ceremonial guardsmen can attest, reaching perfection requires hard work and dedication. During the process of becoming a ceremonial guardsman, Airmen are taught to show the utmost grace, humility and stoic military bearing. The first two weeks are meant to be the most strenuous, and are spent learning new facing movements, the basics of military ceremonies and honing the ability to perform the tasks required of all guardsmen. “Base Honor Guard is about being perfect every single time, so the initial two weeks of our 90-day rotation was

“We are continuoussly learning new things. I’ve n never been to two ceremonies thaat were alike, so we are alway ys learning to be flexible and prepared for any situation.” — U.S. Air F Force Senior Airman Teresa Aber Ceremoniial guardsman with the Langgley Air Force Base Honor Guard

all about training,” said Seenior Airman Rahjanaye Bailey, Langley y Base Honor Guard ceremonial guardssman. “Frustration was high through th he early stages of training, but once thee flight finally perfected the movement or o the drill we were working on and all the different individualities came togetther to reach that goal, it was a huge mo orale booster.” However, once those tw wo weeks are over, the training does not stop. “We are continuously learning l new things,” said Aber, who sserves as the Base Honor Guard’s head trainer. “I’ve never been to two ceremon nies that were alike, so we are always leearning to be flexible and prepared for an ny situation.” The Air Force Honor Guard standardizes all ceremonies fo or base honor guards at different installaations, meaning each ceremony, inclu uding posting of the colors, pall bearerss, firing party and retirement, will be perrformed with the precision required of alll guardsmen, while adhering to Air Forcce traditions. “The difference between n our normal jobs and volunteering forr Base Honor Guard is that we were oncee told to stand out from our peers to mak ke a name for ourselves,” said Airman 1st Class Robert Long, a ceremonial guardsman. “Honor guard is faceless. We W are trained to be the same in order to h honor the flag, which in turn honors the Service S member.” To help guardsmen dev velop camara-

derie, the program is taught by senior guardsmen and appointed trainers. The trainers provide hands-on experience and understanding to help ease the transition of new Airmen. Like any other duty, serving on the Base Honor Guard has challenges and rewards, said Airman 1st Class Ross Heintzkill, a Base Honor Guard head trainer, who explained the trials he faced during his experience. “The Base Honor Guard program has taught me a lot about what it takes to lead,” said Heintzkill. “Taking what needs to be taught and breaking that up into ways that will fit everyone’s personalities, as well as being proficient in my own drill movements and everything that was still expected of me was an interesting twist to the task I was assigned to do.” Being an honor guard member has its

responsibilities, from folding the flag during a retirement ceremony, to giving the final salute to the flag at a memorial service for a military member who gave their life for their country -- these events alone are believed to give purpose to what the ceremonial guardsmen of Langley do. “I waited two years to be able to volunteer for this duty, and I feel that being the sharp, crisp and professional guardsman is a remarkable way to give back,” said Bailey. “You are there to honor another Service member’s contribution by honoring the flag, and I want them to know how much we appreciate their service.” For Airmen wishing to become a part of Langley’s Base Honor Guard, call 764-7181. For more information on the USAFHG, visit www.honorguard.af.mil

Photos by Airman 1st Class Victoria H. Taylor

U.S. Air Force Airman 1st Class Ross Heintzkill, Langley Air Force Base Honor Guard ceremonial guardsman head trainer, performs a salute after graduation at Langley AFB, Aug. 27. U.S. Air Force Airman 1st Class Steven Hughes, Langley Air Force Base Honor Guard ceremonial guardsman, stands at attention during an evaluation at Langley AFB, July 17. While training to become a ceremonial guardsman, Airmen are taught multiple drills and procedures over a 90-day rotation. During the training process, the Airmen are also taught to show the utmost grace, humility and stoic military bearing.

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(From left) Bill Berry, Patrice Allen and Norma Berry have collectively served 100 years of civil and military service. The Berry family’s pride and dedication to the military served as a foundation to shape their lives.

A century of service: Air Force shapes family legacy by Senior Airman Brittany Paerschke-O’Brien 633RD AIR BASE WING PUBLIC AFFAIRS

From a young age, Patrice Allen treasured memories of her military family. “While my dad was in Vietnam, we would send cassettes back and forth in the mail. We couldn’t see him but we could talk to each other,” she said. “That year of my dad being gone showed that my parents were strong, determined and could do anything, making us a close-knit family.” Through their collective 100 years of civil and military service in the Air Force, the Berry family’s pride and dedication to their military family served as a foundation to shape their own lives. Their military mindedness and patriotism also helped to create a stronger connection to the Air Force community. Bill Berry, Patrice’s father, served as an Air Force security policeman. Toward the latter part of his career, he was assigned to Langley Air Force Base, close to where his daughters were preparing to attend college. “We thought if our children were going to stay here then that is where we needed to be,” he said. “We also be-

came acquainted with a lot of good people in this area so it was a good plan for us to stay.” Bill retired in 1974 as a senior master sergeant. After applying to have his military job contracted, he returned to the same desk, this time wearing a suit. He eventually retired from civil service, giving him a total of 41 combined years with the Air Force. His family greatly appreciated that even though he was still contributing to the military, they were able to keep roots in the Hampton Roads area. “My dad retired for us,” said Patrice. “It meant a lot to keep us grounded instead of moving us somewhere we would be like fish out of water.” Their journey to Langley began two years after Patrice was born during her father’s tour in Germany. Being new to a base and not knowing anyone, Patrice’s mother Norma wanted to acclimate to the area and be more involved in the community. She began working for the Department of Veterans Affairs in Hampton before accepting a position as a secretary for communications logistics at Langley, beginning a 30-year career in civil service. SEE LEGACY PAGE 19

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LEGACY FROM PAGE 18 Even though Norma maintained a full-time job, Patrice said she always made time to contribute to the family. “My mom was a hard-working woman, but for her it was a job, not a career,” Patrice declared. “She was committed to us as her family, sewing our clothes and making sure that even after a long day, dinner was on the table.” Patrice said seeing her mother balance work all day, then come home and be dedicated to her family inspired her to develop her own work ethic. After she graduated from Old Dominion University in 1983, Patrice applied for a civil service internship. “My mother found an application for [a civil service] intern program and encouraged me to apply,” said Patrice. “At the time, I wasn’t thinking about longevity of what I was going to be for the rest of my life, but she planned that for me.” Even after retirement, Patrice said Norma “never missed a beat” in providing for the family, even watching her grandkids while Patrice worked. Up until her passing in December 2012, Norma continued to set examples for Patrice, who often reflects on the fond memories of her mother. Patrice remembered a time when her parents jokingly expressed the thought of the family cumulatively reaching a century of service. Her father turned to Patrice with a smile, and said, “Now it’s up to you.” For Patrice, achieving that goal was easy. She felt confident in meeting those expectations because she saw what the military lifestyle had done for her family. “My mom was very proud of my dad and their life together. She always said they were so blessed,” said Patrice. “Through their example, I have a stronger marriage and a good life.” Now having served 29 years of civil service, Patrice has support not only from her family, but from her husband as well. She said the foundation she gained from her parents greatly influenced her own family’s morals and helped her find happiness with her high school sweetheart even 29 years later. “[My husband] would help with our two boys while I was gone on temporary duty, while working a full-time job himself,” said Patrice. “He has always been supportive of my career which has allowed us to live a balanced life.” Patrice said she is still dedicated to her service, and the thought of possibly retiring one day is bittersweet. However, when she does retire, she wants Langley to remain her home. “Langley has been a huge chapter of my life. I even had my wedding reception at the officers’ club,” said Patrice. “It has been a great place to call our home for 50 years.” By keeping a dedicated military household, Patrice’s parents invested time into their family, keeping them grounded and making them strong. Even though Norma has since passed, the foundation she and Bill built around those principles has shaped Patrice’s family values as a wife and mother, uniting their family in a legacy already a century in the making.

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U.S. Army Staff Sgt. Ty Michael Carter became the second Soldier to receive the nation's highest military award for extraordinary gallantry and seless actions during the Battle of Kamdesh at Combat Outpost Keating, Afghanistan, on Oct. 3, 2009. After telling the story of the ambush, which raged for 13 hours between 53 Soldiers and some 300 Taliban, and citing Carter's complete disregard for his own safety, President Barack Obama draped the Medal of Honor around the 33-year-old Cavalry scout's neck in the White House East Room, Aug. 26. Near the Pakistan border, the Keating battle was the ďŹ rst since the Vietnam War in which two living service members received the Medal of Honor for their individual actions in the same battle. Staff Sgt. Clinton Romesha was presented the Medal of Honor on Feb. 11, 2013. Carter braved merciless enemy ďŹ re from rocket-propelled grenades, anti-aircraft machine guns, mortars and small-arms by running the 100-meter length of the outpost twice to retrieve ammunition for his fellow Soldiers. At the same time, he provided suppressive ďŹ re to keep the enemy from over-running the post. Then, with complete disregard for his own safety and in spite of his wounds, he discarded his M-4 rie, ran to a critically wounded Soldier and rendered life-extending ďŹ rst aid. He carried the Soldier to medics as Romesha and his team provided cover. The battle would end the lives of eight Soldiers. An additional 25 others suffered wounds. Before the citation was read, Obama recalled Carter's words to him earlier in the

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President Barack Obama places the Medal of Honor around the neck of U.S. Army Staff Sgt. Ty M. Carter during a ceremony at the White House, Aug. 26, 2013. During a 13-hour ďŹ re ďŹ ght in Afghanistan, Carter, with complete disregard for his own safety, discarded his M-4 rie, ran to a critically wounded Soldier caught in the open, and rendered life-extending ďŹ rst aid. He then carried the Soldier to medics as his team provided cover.

day, then asked the Soldiers from his unit -- the 61st Cavalry Regt. -- to stand and be recognized along with the families of the eight fallen Soldiers. "Ty says, 'This award is not mine alone,'" the president said. "The battle that day, he will say, was 'one team in one ďŹ ght,' and everyone 'did what we could do to keep each other alive.' And some of these men are with us again. And I have to repeat this because they're among the most highly decorated units of this entire war: 37 Army Commendation Medals, 27 Purple Hearts, 18 Bronze Stars for their valor, nine Silver Stars for their gallantry." Obama took a few minutes to address not only Carter's courage on the battleďŹ eld, but the courage to seek help for what he ďŹ nally accepted and recognized in himself as post-traumatic stress. "As Ty knows, part of the healing is facing the sources of the pain," Obama said. "So now he wants to help other troops in their own recovery. And, it is absolutely critical for us to work with brave young men like Ty to put an end to any stigma that keeps more folks from seeking help. "So let me say it as clearly as I can to any of our troops or veterans who are watching and struggling: Look at this man. Look at this Soldier. Look at this warrior. He's as tough as they come. And, if he can ďŹ nd the courage and the strength, to not only seek help, but also to speak out about it, to take care of himself and to stay strong, then so can you. So can you."

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Tuition assistance is immediately available to service members. Possible delays at the DoD level could impact fiscal year 2014 assistance, beginning in October.

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Airmen across Air Combat Command can now apply for Military Tuition Assistance for classes beginning on or before Sept. 30. For college courses beginning in October, service members must wait for approvals of the MilTA program, which are under review at the Department of Defense level. Currently, there is no estimated time on when new MilTA guidance will be available, possibly delaying approval of tuition assistance. "Airmen should get on board and get their education done, because you never know when the benefits will not be available," said Staff Sgt. Amanda L. Depasquale, 23rd Aerospace Medicine Squadron dental assistant at Moody Air Force Base, Ga. She continues to take full advantage of continued education benefits. Bertram Hardnett, 633rd Force Support Squadron chief of education and training services, encourages Airmen to not make any financial decisions or course commitments without an approved MilTA form after October. "Once we receive any updates on the MilTA guidance for fiscal year 2014, we will be sure to put the information out right way to all public affairs offices and all unit first sergeants," said Hardnett. Although MilTA guidance has not been approved, Airmen and base education center personnel are encouraging military members to take advantage of all education benefits that are offered. Free CLEP/DANTES testing and the Montgomery GI Bill benefits are available and will be unaffected by fiscal year 2014 changes. "When you have someone willing to pay for your education, why not take advantage of it?" said Hardnett. For more information, contact the Langley Education Center at 764-2963 or 764-2962, or the Fort Eustis Education Center at 878-3613.

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Military Police Desk 633rd ABW commander gets Community Support hands-on at Langley hospital

The 633rd and 733rd Security Forces Squadrons' military police desks are the link to servicing the Joint Base Langley-Eustis community. The 633rd SFS station is located at 63 Sweeney Blvd., at Langley Air Force Base, and the 733rd SFS Military Police station is located at 648 Washington Boulevard at Fort Eustis. Between Aug. 15 and 22, the 733rd SFS reported 17 traffic violations, including five counts of failure to stop at a posted stop sign. AFI 91-207 states it is each Service member's responsibility to adhere to all state traffic laws, while either on or off a military installation. Additionally, the 733rd SFS reported 24 criminal violations occurred including Fort Eustis Service members, dependents and civilian personnel. Included in the 24 count, was one count of possession of marijuana, two counts of wrongful use of marijuana and two counts of possession of synthetic cannabinoids. According to United States Code Controlled Substance Act, the use of illegal substances including marijuana and synthetic cannabis is strictly prohibited, and can lead to severe reprimand. For non-emergencies, call the 633rd SFS non-emergency help desk at 764-7766, or the 733rd SFS help desk at 878-4555. Nonemergency calls consist of general questions, parking issues and stolen property. Emergency calls are those that threaten life and limb, and should always be reported by dialing 911.

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The 31st annual Hampton Bay Days is scheduled for Sept. 6-8, 2013 in downtown Hampton, Va. The festival will include an 8k race and a one-mile ”Color the Dolphin” fun run, a performance by the U.S. Air Force Heritage of America Band-Blue Aces Ensemble from Langley Air Force Base, a competition showcasing high-flying canine athleticism and a fireworks show.

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The 31st annual Hampton Bay Days festival is set to take place at downtown Hampton, Sept. 6-8. The festival is designed to educate the public on the importance of the Chesapeake Bay, and features special attractions including an arts and crafts show, water events, local educational exhibits and a children's area. "Hampton Bay Days' main purpose is to educate the people of Hampton Roads about the importance of protecting and preserving the Chesapeake Bay ecosystem, so the community can continue to live, work and play," said Terry L. Anderson, president of the Bay Days Foundation. The festival includes an 8k race and a one-mile "Color the Dolphin" fun run, a performance by the U.S. Air Force Heritage of America Band Blue Aces Ensemble from Langley Air Force Base, a competition showcasing high-flying canine athleticism, and a fireworks show. In addition to the attractions, many

The Hampton Bay Days schedule is as follows: • Friday, Sept. 6: Noon-11 p.m. • Saturday, Sept 7: 10 a.m.-11 p.m. • Sunday, Sept. 8: Noon-6 p.m. downtown Hampton stores will set up booths at the festival. "The event is going to help bring consumers to downtown Hampton," said Anderson. The festival encompasses a 16-block area in downtown Hampton, bordered by the Hampton River, Pembroke and Armistead Avenues. For more information on the 31st annual Hampton Bay Days festival, call their office at 727-8311, or the Hampton Visitor Center at 727-1102. To find out how to volunteer at Hampton Bay Days, visit their website at www.baydays.com.

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As the Army finishes up operations in Afghanistan, at home it continues a fight to stem the sexual assaults some in uniform perpetrate against their fellow Soldiers. Now leading the charge against sexual assault in the Army is Christine T. Altendorf, Ph.D, the new director of the Army Sexual Harassment/ Assault Response and Prevention program office, or SHARP. She said the service is on track with meeting tough requirements laid out this year by the Secretary of Defense and Congress. Altendorf also said that while the American public has a high opinion of the Army from its decade and a half of combat, that trust is at risk of slipping away because of the internal struggle to prevent sexual assault and harassment within the ranks. “We need to make sure we have a place where a parent would have no problem seeing their child join the Army, that there would not be a trust factor, that we have not lost the trust of the public,” Altendorf said. And that loss of public trust hinges on the Army’s effort to “clean up our internal battles” with regard to sexual assault. The SHARP program is the Army’s primary campaign against sexual assault. Altendorf said that while the program has been “beefed up” recently, it has been since its inception a “leader in prevention of sexual assault and sexual harassment.” The program’s new director said recent efforts to strengthen the SHARP program have expanded its reach beyond a program that was once isolated to ensure it is now matrixed, integrated and connected with the other parts of the Army that are needed to ensure it is embedded in the structure and culture of the Army to ensure mission success. One of the changes included putting a Senior Executive Service member at the helm so the program is on par with other general officer-level led sexual assault prevention organizations. The change provides equi-

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ty that is integral to the coordination required for the effective execution of the SHARP program. “The challenges of having it at a couple of levels below that echelon is that it made it difficult to do a lot of that collaboration,” Altendorf said. As part of her role as the new program director, Altendorf said she is keenly interested in building bridges with the Office of the Secretary of Defense, or OSD, and Congress. “SHARP really became a much bigger thing than it was when it was originally stood up,” she said. Once a “stove-piped” program, SHARP now works closely with the Army’s Provost Marshal Office, the Office of the Judge Advocate General, the Surgeon General of the Army and other key elements on the Army staff. SHARP is closely integrated with OSD and is focusing on new initiatives from the Secretary of Defense. She said there is a solid focus on prevention, investigation, accountability, advocacy and assessment. “We’re working on figuring out how to implement these requirements,” she said. “What actions are going to make a difference in the field? All of our actions need to have an impact at the lowest levels of the Army.” PREVENTION Altendorf said as part of preventive measures against sexual assaults, the Army provides sexual assault awareness training at all levels of the Army. Personnel receive training prior to commissioning and enlistment, dur-

ing initial military training, during every professional development course, before and after deployment, and before taking a command position. This event-based training is augmented by mandatory annual training while assigned to a unit. There is also comprehensive training for victim advocates and for sexual assault response coordinators. Additionally, Altendorf said training is reaching the highest levels. Recently, the chief of staff of the Army conducted training through a twoday sexual assault prevention summit for two- and three-star generals. INVESTIGATION Prevention is an effort to keep sexual assaults from occurring in the first place. When that fails, the Army is enhancing its ability to investigate and prosecute sexual assaults in the ranks. Altendorf said that every sexual assault report now goes to the U.S. Army Criminal Investigation Command, or CID, who will in turn kick off an appropriate investigation. She said the SHARP program is working with CID, the Office of the Judge Advocate General, and judge advocate generals in the field to improve pretrial investigative capabilities, with the intent of increasing confidence in the military justice process and protect the privacy rights of victims. In support of the Secretary of Defense’s recently announced initiatives, the Army is also enhancing its special victims investigation training for agents within the Criminal SEE SHARP PAGE 25

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SHARP FROM PAGE 24 Investigation Command, as well as for prosecutors. The Army is also working to increase the number of Special Victims Unit capabilities at major installations, Altendorf said. To that end, the Army’s OTJAG also now has 24 special victim prosecutors trained speciďŹ cally to work sexual assault cases. “They are some of the best trained and qualiďŹ ed prosecutors in the Army,â€? she said. ACCOUNTABILITY To keep units accountable for maintaining an environment that encourages reporting, but that is also inhospitable to sexual assault perpetrators, the Army has strengthened its use of command climate surveys, Altendorf said. While such surveys have long been in use, until recently climate surveys were only at the company level and the results stopped at the desk of the commander they assessed, no longer. Now climate surveys will be conducted at every level of command, and the results will go one level of command higher in the command chain, Altendorf said. That will allow a commander’s supervisor to see how they are evaluated, and to watch for trends, either positive or negative. “This is going to push accountability,â€? Altendorf said. “If that commander’s boss is looking at the survey data and he is seeing something regularly occurring, or something not right, he can step in.â€? Additionally, she said the Army requires company-level surveys more frequently than other services. A command climate survey is required within 30 days of assumption of command, an additional survey six months later, and then additional surveys each year afterward. Commanders are now required to meet face-to-face with the next higher echelon of command to review the results of the surveys. “You can actually look and see if the climate is getting better or worse under that commander,â€? Altendorf said. ADVOCACY Taking care of victims of sexual assault is a key component of SHARP. As part of victim advocacy, the Army already has sexual assault response coordinators and victim advocates. Now, those personnel and others will

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undergo enhanced screening to ensure that those most qualiďŹ ed for the position are ďŹ lling the critical roles as the front-line support for a Soldier who has been violated. “We’re trying to create an environment where, if something does occur, that victim feels very comfortable in reporting it,â€? Altendorf said. “We’re making sure we have the right people as victim advocates, choosing the right people who have the most positive inuence on Soldiers. So we are expanding the screening process for victim advocates, sexual assault response coordinators, recruiters and drill sergeants.â€? The intent is to ensure they don’t “have anything in their background that actually might prohibit them from being an appropriate person to deal with a victim,â€? Altendorf said. Altendorf also said the SHARP program is looking at ways to raise the prestige of positions such as a victim advocate or sexual assault response coordinators, known as SARCs, to attract the right kinds of Soldiers to those positions. ASSESSMENT Critical to success of the Army’s SHARP program, Altendorf said, is determining whether the programs and policies are having the desired effect. To make that happen, she said, the Army must ďŹ nd a way to make sure the assessment of its own efforts is aligned with those of the Department of Defense. “We’re working very closely with the Army Research Institute to make sure our survey questions mesh with the OfďŹ ce of the Secretary of Defense’s survey questions, so that when we are comparing the results we are compatible,â€? she said. “The data is important.â€? OSD DIRECTIVES On May 6, May 17, and Aug. 14, 2013, the Secretary of Defense released memorandums directing the services to meet certain dated benchmarks and requirements in their efforts to stop sexual assaults in the ranks. Altendorf said the Army is ontask with meeting those demands. Already, the Army has looked at credentials and qualiďŹ cations of current-serving drill sergeants, recruiters, SARCs and victim advocates to ensure they meet applicable selection

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criteria and standards of conduct, she said. The service has also completed refresher training for drill sergeants, recruiters, SARCs and victim advocates on professional ethics, their critical responsibilities and standards, and the impact on mission readiness for violations of standards. Another directive mandated inspection of workplaces for professional appearance, and the removal of items deemed offensive. That requirement has also been met, she said. The Army also met the requirement to ensure the Army’s own sexual assault prevention campaign is in alignment with DOD’s plan. “We’ve actually done quite a bit,â€? Altendorf said. “Now we have to set up the proper metrics to make sure it is actually having an impact. You must go back and measure and make sure you’re improving.â€? A CULTURE CHANGE A primary factor in eliminating sexual assaults in the military is ensuring a change in culture. Soldiers must understand that sexually assaulting other Soldiers is simply not the Army way. Education goes a long way toward changing that culture, Altendorf said, but the Army must also contend with the culture Soldiers bring with them from the civilian world. “As we bring in new recruits, we have a requirement to train them to behave in a manner that upholds Army values,â€? she said. “From the moment they ďŹ rst step foot in the door, we have to talk about respect for others and the Army values.â€? The Army’s SHARP program is part of its Ready and Resilient Campaign. R2C ensures the right conditions exist for Soldiers to be ready to do their job. “To keep your force ready and resilient, you need an environment where people can ourish,â€? she said. “When there is sexual harassment or assault, you don’t have an environment that allows people to do what they need to do, so they can perform their job as a Soldier.â€? Altendorf said the Army is striving for a cultural change that results in a positive command climate so Soldiers can reach their full potential. The SHARP program is a critical piece in achieving that goal.

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This Labor Day weekend, Langley’s Single Airman Initiative and Community Center are hosting the “Grand Splatter” ultimate paintball event from 1 to 4 p.m. Aug. 31 at Bethel Paintball Park (123 Saunders Road, Hampton).The event is free to all single Airmen (limited to 25 players), and includes park admission with private referee, 500 paintballs, semi-automatic paintball marker, compressed air tank with refills, full-face safety goggles, 200 round loader and barrel sleeve. For more information or to sign up, call the Community Center at 764-2983/2984

A co-parenting class will be held from 12:30 to 4:30 p.m., Sept. 26, at the Langley Chapel Annex. The class will cover the emotional impact of divorce and separation on children and ways to reduce conflict and improve communication. For more information or to register, contact the Family Advocacy Program at 764-2427.

UFC Fit is coming to Langley The UFC Fit Experience is coming to the Langley Shellbank Fitness Center from 4 to 8 p.m. Sept. 3. UFC Fit coach Mike Dolce and former UFC Middleweight Champion Rich Franklin will be present for workshops, autographs and pictures. For more information, call 225-8166 or visit http://langley.jbleforcesupport.com/ shellbank_new.html.

Safety education seminar A safety education seminar will be held from 8:30 to 11:30 a.m., Sept. 26, at the Health and Wellness Center in classroom 2. This seminar will review the dynamics and impact of domestic violence and child maltreatment, and offers tools for promoting healthy relationships and positive parenting. For more information or to register, contact the Family Advocacy Program at 764-2427.

Langley Saddle Club vacancies

A four week anger management class will be held from 2 to 3:30 p.m., on Mondays in September, beginning Sept. 9 at the Health and Wellness Center in classroom 2. The class will examine the causes of anger management difficulties and ways to manage it effectively. For information or to register, contact the Family Advocacy Program at 764-2427.

The Langley Saddle Club, located by the Education Center across from the nature boardwalk, has a few vacancies and is still accepting applications for new members. While the Saddle Club is not affiliated with the Department of Defense, membership is open to active duty, retirees and civilians of all branches. Members will be given 10x10 lighted horse stalls with fulltime feeders. Members will also get a tack room for storage, on-site trailer parking, access to the clubhouse and more. For more information, visit http://langleysaddleclub.weebly.com , or contact langleysaddleclub@ gmail.com or 879-6248.

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A stress Management class will be held from 2 to 3:30 p.m., Sept. 10, at the Health and Wellness Center in classroom 2. The Class will focus on ways to can control the stress in everyday life. For more information or to register, contact the Family Advocacy Program at 764-2427.

Lt. Gen. William J. Rew, former Air Combat Command vice commander, has been nominated by enlisted Airmen for induction into the Order of the Sword in a ceremony to be held on Oct. 9, 2013, at the Bayview Commonwealth Center at Langley Air Force Base. The ceremonial presentation was adopted during the Revolutionary War, and is used to recognize individuals who have made significant contributions to the enlisted corps.

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2013 Air Force Ball tickets The 2013 Air Force Ball will be held at 5:30 p.m. Sept. 21 at the Marriot Hotel Town Center in Newport News. The cost is $40 for technical sergeant/GS-8 and below, and $60 for master sergeant/GS-9 and above, officers and contractors. Ticket sales will run through Aug. 29. For more ticket sales information, contact Senior Master Sgt. Sharon M. Utsey at 225-2578 or Staff Sgt. Crystal Lewis at 764-2732.

Wednesday Morning Bible Study Military Ministries sponsors Morning Bible Study from 6:15 to 7:15 a.m. every Wednesday in the Langley Chapel Annex auditorium. A seven-week series, “Heaven,” starts Aug. 28, and will address topics like “What Happens When We Die?” and “What Will Our Lives Be Like in Heaven?” For more information, contact Joe Shirey at 764-5527 or william.shirey.ctr@langley.af.mil, or Chuck Macri at 928-7220 or chuck.macri@militaryministry.org.

Vehicle Operations Control Center closure The Vehicle Operations Control Center (VOCC) will be closed for normal operations from 12:01 a.m. Aug. 30 through 5 a.m. Sept. 3 to observe Labor Day. During this period, the VOCC will be operating on standby operations, and services will be limited to on-call emergency wrecker operations, protocol service and aircrew support. For any of these emergencies, please contact the Fuels Service Center at 764-4105/3505.

Langley Chapel 9/11 Prayer Services The Langley Chapel is hosting three 9/11 Prayer Services on Sept. 11. A Protestant service will be held at 11 a.m. at the Langley Chapel Annex, an Orthodox Christian service will be held at 11 a.m. in the Langley Chapel Blesses Sacrament Room and a Catholic Mass will

be held at 12:05 p.m. in the Langley Chapel Sanctuary. A free, light lunch will be provided at 11:45 a.m. in the Langley Chapel Annex. For more information, contact Chaplain (Capt.) Michael McDonald at michael.mcdonald@langley.af.mil or 764-0587.

Chapel positions available `Catholic positions: The Langley Chapel is seeking three separate positions for Leader of Song/Accompanist for mass (10:15 a.m. Sunday, 12:15 p.m. Sundays and 5 p.m. Saturdays). They are also seeking a Coordinator of Ministries and Religious Education and Coordinator of Youth Ministry and High School Religious Education. These positions are available as of Oct. 1. A resume and three letters of reference are required. Bids must be received by 4 p.m. Sep. 10. Public opening of the bids will take place at 10, 10:15 and 10:30 a.m., respectively on Sept. 11 at the Langley Chapel School Annex. For more information and specific position/application requirements, contact the chapel at 764-7847.

Tuition Assistance approval date change Due to a pending release of the fiscal year 2014 Military Tuition Assistance program, Airmen will not be able to apply for FY14 courses before Sept. 9. Applications for FY14 will be accepted on or after Sept. 9. Airmen will be able to apply for courses using the existing system in place via the Air Force Virtual Education Center. For courses starting before Oct. 1, Airmen may still apply for tuition assistance under the current guidelines.

Annual “Chief Mik” golf tournament The Langley Chief’s Group annual “Chief Mik” golf tournament will be held at 8 a.m. Oct. 4 at the Eaglewood golf course. There will be teams of four and cost is $55 per golfer, which will include greens fees, a cart, unlimited range balls one hour before start, lunch and awards. Registration for this event will begin Aug. 26. For more information or to register, contact Chief Master Sgt. Dale McGavran at 764-7801 or dale.mcgavran@ langley.af.mil, Chief Master Sgt. Bionca Lindsey at 7642334 or bionca.lindsey@langley.af.mil, or Chief Master Sgt. Nathaniel Roney at 225-3367 or nathaniel.roney@ langley.af.mil.

Cinderella’s closet The Langley Enlisted Spouse’s Club is sponsoring a new project, Cinderella’s Closet, which is a loan closet of formal gowns, cocktail dresses, shoes, accessories and more. The items will be signed out free of charge to those with a military identification card, and must be returned dry cleaned. The LESC is collecting gently used formal gowns, cocktail length gowns, shoes, shawls and handbags. The location, hours and details of the closet are being finalized, with a possible opening this summer. For more information on donating or volunteering, contact Amanda Bryie or Amye Pederson at 504-0746 or via e-mail at cinderellasclosetlafb@ gmail.com.

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EustisCommunity Summary court officer The summary court officer detailed to secure and make proper disposition of the personal effects of Staff Sgt. Eric T. Lawson is Capt. Joseph Thompson, 7th Sustainment Brigade. Anyone having knowledge of money or property due to the deceased or has claims against the deceased’s estate, contact Capt. Thompson at 878-5112, ext. 328 or joseph.e.thompson1.mil@mail.mil.

Summary court officer The summary court officer detailed to secure and make proper disposition of the personal effects of Sgt. Caryn E. Nouv is Capt. Joseph Thompson, 7th Sustainment Brigade. Anyone having knowledge of money or property due to the deceased or has claims against the deceased’s estate, contact Capt. Thompson at 878-5112, ext. 328 or joseph.e.thompson1.mil@mail.mil.

MCAHC holiday closure McDonald Army Health Center will be closed Sept. 2 in observance of Labor Day. Limited services will be available on Aug. 30 in the Family Health Clinic, Pediatrics, Troop Medical Clinic-2, Lab, Radiology and Pharmacy. Please call the Hampton Roads Appointment Center at 1-866-6454584 to schedule appointments and/or facilitate authorization to visit an Urgent Care Center during this time. In the event of an emergency, patients should call 911 or report to the closest emergency room.

Annual Resolute Ball All members of the Fort Eustis community are invited to attend the annual Resolute Ball, hosted by the 7th Sustainment Brigade.This event will take place at 5:30 p.m., Sept. 13, at the Marriott Hotel, 740 Town Center Drive, Newport News.The cost is $65 per person. Contact your unit representative for tickets. For more information, e-mail Warrant Officer Cy’tique Johnson at cytique.t.johnson.mil@mail.mil or call 878-5112, ext. 313.

JBLE Job Fair The Joint Base Langley-Eustis Job Fair will be held from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m., Sept. 19, at the Fort Eustis Club, Bldg. 2123, Pershing Ave. More than 40 employers and transition service providers will be on hand to network and offer employment opportunities.This event is open to active-duty Service members, veterans, retirees, reservists, National Guard and their spouses. Minor children are not allowed. Come dressed for success and bring several copies of your resume. Job seekers can register online at www. facebook.com/forteustisacs/events or www.acap.army. mil. For more information, call 878-0906 or 878-4955.

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Memorial Golf Tournament The Army Transportation Museum Foundation will host the 34th annual Col. Joe Botts Memorial Golf Tournament on Sept. 7 at the Pines Golf Course. This event will kick off with a shotgun start at 9 a.m., and prizes and lunch will follow play. The cost is $65 for Pines members and $75 for non-members. Registration forms are available at the museum’s gift shop or the golf course. For more information, call 878-1180 or e-mail atmfoundation@netzero.net. ing – 9 a.m. to noon, Sept. 20. This workshop is free and open to the community. | Federal Employment Navigation – 10 a.m. to noon, Sept. 26. | Financial Readiness Training – 11:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m., Sept. 20. | Job Search Strategies – 10 to 11 a.m. on Mondays. | LeadershipThrough Understanding Needs – 10 to 11:30 a.m., Sept. 11. Register by Sept. 4. | Managing Your Checking Account – 8:30 to 9:30 a.m., Sept. 19. | Military Knowledge for Military Spouses – 9 a.m. to 3:15 p.m., Sept. 16; 9 a.m. to 2:45 p.m., Sept. 17; and 9 a.m. to 12:30 p.m., Sept. 18. Register by Sept. 9. | Spouse Master ResilienceTraining – 9 a.m. to noon, Sept. 24-27. Registration is required. | Unless otherwise noted, classes and briefings will take place in Bldg. 650, Monroe Ave. For more information, call 878-3638.

Family Advocacy Program The Family Advocacy Program is offering the following classes: 1-2-3 Magic – 9 a.m. to noon, Sept. 6, 13 and 20. This is a positive-discipline technique program for parents of children ages two to 12. | Couples Communication – 3 to 4 p.m., Sept. 24. | Family Advocacy Safety Education Seminar – 9 to 11 a.m., Sept. 19. | For more information or to register, call 878-0807. No children please. Classes will take place at Bldg. 213, Calhoun Street.

Operation Rising Star singing contest Fort Eustis is a host installation for the 2013 Operation Rising Star singing contest. This event is open to all activeduty Service members, National Guard or reservists from any branch of Service. Family members are also eligible to compete (must be 18 years or older by Nov. 6). Contestants must not have a current or previously managed recording career. Soldiers currently assigned as vocalists in a military performance band are ineligible to compete. The application deadline is Sept. 11. Applications are available by e-mail from sharon.r.noland2.naf@mail.mil, chadney.d.thompson.naf@mail.mil or at www.OpRisingStar.com. Completed applications can be dropped off at Bldg. 655, Williamson Loop. Auditions (a cappella) will take place at 6 p.m. Sept. 13 at the Fort Eustis Club. The grand prize winner and a guest will receive an all expenses paid trip to record a three-song CD. The trip includes airfare, lodging, three days of studio time at a professional recording studio and $1000 cash. The second place winner will receive $1000 cash; third place will receive $500 cash. The 733rd Force Support Division is also seeking three

judges for the competition; two judges must have a musical background. To apply, send an e-mail to sharon.r.noland2. naf@mail.mil or chadney.d.thompson.naf@mail.mil.

School and sport physical exams School and sport physical exams are available at McDonald Army Health Center’s Pediatric and Family Health clinics by appointment only. TRICARE Prime beneficiaries can schedule appointments for Monday through Friday. Call the Hampton Roads Appointment Center at (866) 6454584 or use TRICARE Online to schedule an appointment through Sept. 13. For more information, visit http://mcdonald.narmc.amedd.army.mil.

‘Oktoberfest’ celebration The 733rd Force Support Division will host its “Oktoberfest” celebration from 4 to 9 p.m., Sept. 20, at the Bowling Center’s parking lot, Bldg. 675, Jackson St. The Happy Dutchmen Band will provide musical entertainment from 5 to 9 p.m. German food and beverages will be available for purchase. To reserve a table for your unit or family and friends, call 878-4430. For more information, call 878-3694.

GoArmyEd tuition assistance Due to the Army’s fiscal year closeout, Sept. 23 is the last day for Soldiers to request GoArmyEd tuition assistance for classes that begin on or before Sept. 30. No exceptions will be made.This policy does not affect requests for courses starting Oct. 1 or later. For more information, Soldiers can call their school or the Bateman Army Education Center at 878-2083, ext. 221.

Funded Legal Education Program The Office of the Judge Advocate General is now accepting applications for the Army’s Funded Legal Education Program. Twenty-five active-duty commissioned officers will be selected to attend law school at government expense. Selectees will attend law school in the fall of 2014, while remaining on active duty.This program is open to commissioned officers in the ranks of second lieutenant through captain. Interested officers can contact Maj. Michael Kavanagh at michael.kavanagh@us.army.mil or 5015778.

Range schedule Ranges, training areas and associated facilities are off limits to personnel not engaged in scheduled firing, operations or inspections unless clearance is obtained (in person) from the Range Control Fire Desk or a designated Range Control technician. The Range Control office telephone number is 878-4412, ext. 226 or 878-3834, ext 234. All personnel are required to check in and out with Range Control before going into or departing from any range or training area. The range operations schedule through Sept. 4 is: Friday – Range 1 (7 a.m. to 10 p.m.) Saturday through Monday – No scheduled ranges Tuesday and Wednesday – Range BTRACS, 1, 3 (7 a.m. to 10 p.m.)

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OutsideTheGate Virginia Living Museum Late-summer Planetarium Shows – Ongoing through Sept. 2. Choose among four shows at the museum’s Abbitt Planetarium. A staff astronomer takes a tour of the current night sky in “Virginia Skies.” Enter the world of the extraordinarily tiny in “Microcosm” as you go deep into the body of a woman infected with a dangerous virus. “Abraham Lincoln: The Case of the Missing Moon” explores how Lincoln defended a man accused of murder using “facts” found in an almanac. “ElectroLaze” is a new laser show featuring electronic dance music that will have viewers dancing in their seats. Tickets are $4 in addition to museum admission. The planetarium is open every day. “Bodies Revealed” Exhibition – Ongoing through Sept. 2. The “Bodies Revealed” exhibition showcases real human bodies, dissected and preserved through a revolutionary process allowing visitors to see themselves like never before. Many of the whole body specimens are dissected in vivid athletic poses, allowing the visitor to relate to everyday activities. To ensure that everyone has the best possible visit, the museum is offering timed tickets. Tickets can be purchased online at www.thevlm.org or in person at the museum. The cost is $7 for museum members; $15 for non-members; $12 for children; and free for ages two and under. Combination tickets for the museum and exhibition are $26 for adults; $20 for children; and free for ages two and under. The exhibition will also be open from 6 to 8 p.m. on Sept. 1. The Virginia Living Museum is located at 524 J. Clyde Morris Blvd., Newport News. Museum admission is $17 for adults; $13 for children; and free for ages two and under. Hours are 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., Monday through Saturday; and noon to 5 p.m., Sunday. For more information, call 595-9135 or visit www.thevlm.org.

Free Admission to Museums Blue Star Museums is a collaboration among the National Endowment of Arts, Blue Star Families, the Department of Defense and more than 2,000 museums across America to honor active-duty military from all services. Free admission is available through Sept. 2 for active-duty military, National Guard, reservists and their family members (military ID cardholder and up to five family members).

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Submit Outside The Gate announcements to pw1@militarynews.com Local participating museums include the Casemate Museum, U.S. Army Transportation Museum, Hampton History Museum, Chrysler Museum of Art, Hampton Roads Naval Museum, Hermitage Museum and Gardens, Portsmouth Naval Shipyard Museum, Virginia Museum of Contemporary Art, Art Museums of Colonial Williamsburg and York County Historical Museum. For a complete listing and maps to help with visit planning, visit www.arts.gov/bluestarmuseums.

Hampton Bay Days Festival The 31st annual Hampton Bay Days Festival will take place Sept. 6-8 at Mill Point Park in downtown Hampton. This event will feature more than 75 merchandise, craft and food vendors, musical entertainment, a fireworks show, and the Chesapeake Bay Education and Children’s Area at Carousel Park. Admission is free for the festival and musical entertainment. Fees will be charged for crafts, games, and food and beverages. Hours are noon to 11 p.m., Sept. 6; 10 a.m. to 11 p.m., Sept. 7; and noon to 6 p.m., Sept. 8. Parking will be available in the downtown area for $5 per vehicle; spaces are limited. Special events will include: Tidewater Dock Dogs Summer Splashdown – This event is scheduled for Sept. 6-8 in front of the Virginia Air and Space Center on King Street. Dog owners are invited to bring any dog over the age of six months that loves the water and enjoys playing fetch, regardless of breed, size, shape or ability. Attendees can watch canines splash down into a 28,000 gallon pool as teams compete for cash, ribbons and other prizes. On-line pre-registration is $25 per wave; on-site registration is $30 per wave and is available on a first come, first serve basis. For more information, visit www.tidewaterdockdogs. com. Hampton Bay Days 8k run – The course will begin and end at the Virginia Air and Space Center, 600 Settlers Landing Rd., Hampton. All 8k runners will receive a T-shirt, souvenir finisher’s medal and a goody bag. A post-race party will take place at the conclusion of the race. The cost is $40. To register, visit www.baydays8k.com. Clean-up volunteers needed – Hampton’s Clean City Commission is seeking volunteers to help clean up during the festival. Volunteers will hand out litterfree event bags as needed. To volunteer

or for more information, call 727-1199 or visit hcc@hampton.gov. For more information on festival activities, call 727-1641 or visit www.baydays. com.

Jobs for Veterans Program Peninsula Worklink, in partnership with Thomas Nelson Community College and the Virginia Employment Commission, will sponsor “Jobs for Veterans Program” information sessions from 5 to 6 p.m. at the Peninsula Workforce Development Center, 600 Butler Farm Rd., Hampton. The information sessions will take place on Sept. 3 and 17. This program trains eligible veterans for immediate employment in the following high-demand career fields: precision welding; sheet metal fabrication; computer numeric-controlled machining; heating, ventilation and air conditioning; industrial electrician; and broadband and fiber optics installation. For more information or to apply, contact Thomas Goodman (Peninsula Worklink) at 766-4914; Leslie Holthoff (TNCC) at 825-2767; or Paige Glass (VEC) at 865-3166.

Constitution Day celebration The fifth annual “To Support and Defend” Constitution Day celebration will be held at 7 p.m. Sept. 17 at Merchants Square, 134 N. Henry St., Williamsburg. This event is free and open to the public. The program will feature guest narrators including Colonial Williamsburg interpreters. Musical entertainment will be provided by a combined ensemble composed of members of the U.S. Army Training and Doctrine Command Band and the U.S. Air Force Heritage of America Band. The Colonial Williamsburg Fifes and Drums will also perform. Guests are invited to bring lawn chairs and blankets for seating. In the event of inclement weather, the rain date will be Sept. 18. For more information, visit www.merchantssquare.org.

Beautification volunteers needed The Hampton Clean City Commission is seeking military and “Adopt-A-Spot” volunteers to assist with school beautification projects on Sept. 20 in Hampton. Clean-up projects include weeding, planting and other activities. About 1520 volunteers are needed at the following schools: Armstrong Elementary School for the

Arts – 3401 Matoaka Rd. Asbury Elementary School – 140 Beach Rd. Bethel High School – 1067 Big Bethel Rd. Hampton Christian Elementary School – 2424 N. Armistead Ave. Kecoughtan High School – 522 Woodland Rd. For more information, call 727-1130.

Trees for America Program Virginia residents who join the Arbor Day Foundation in September will receive 10 free trees as part of the foundation’s non-profit “Trees for America” program. The program encourages residents to plant trees for the benefit of the environment and quality-of-life. The free trees will include eastern redbud, white pine, sugar maple, white flowering dogwood, pin oak, red maple, river birch, silver maple, northern red oak and Colorado blue spruce. New members of the Arbor Day Foundation will also receive the “Tree Book,” which includes information about tree planting and care. The six to 12-inch trees will be shipped postpaid in time for planting between Oct. 15 and Dec. 10. Easy–to-follow planting instructions are enclosed with each shipment. To receive the trees, mail a $10 membership contribution by Sept. 30 to: Ten Trees, Arbor Day Foundation, 100 Arbor Ave., Nebraska City, NE 68410. Residents can also join online at www.arborday.org/september.

Junior Achievement volunteers Junior Achievement of Greater Hampton Roads is looking for more volunteers. JA volunteers teach students about money and financial literacy using the JA Program Kit, Volunteers dedicate roughly 45 minutes a session to teaching children these concepts. For more information, call Nikita Rodrigues at 757-455-9501 or Rachel Belote at 757-455-9504, or visit www.jahamptonroads.com.

Civilian job opportunities There are exciting jobs with one of the nation’s largest employers. Job opportunities are listed on www.afpc.randolph.af.mil/afcivilianjobs. Great benefits include job security, a great retirement plan, sick leave, annual leave and 10 federal holidays. To better understand working for the federal government, visit opm. gov/video_library/Recruitment/index.asp.

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Key Spouse Program builds resilient Airmen, families by Senior Airman Kayla Newman

U.S. Air Force Col John J. Allen Jr., 633rd Air Base Wing commander, presents Meloni Rivera and her family with the U.S. Air Forces in Europe Key Spouse of the Year Award for 2012.

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In today’s Air Force, it is vital to build strong communities and enhance family resiliency. Spouses prove to be the force behind the force, as the Key Spouse Program strives to increase quality of life for family members. “The Key Spouse Program is the official family readiness program that supports Airmen and their families during deployments, separations and emergencies,” explained U.S. Air Force Master Sgt. Dawn Chapman, Airman and Family Readiness Center readiness noncommissioned officer. “Along with enhancing and encouraging regular communication between units and families, this program also helps commanders and first sergeants connect with families through volunteers who work to keep the families informed.” The Key Spouse Program, a unit commander’s program, is designed to promote individual, family and unit readiness. The program establishes continuous contact with spouses and families of Service members, strengthening the leaderships support team. The program is comprised of the unit commander, first sergeant, Key Spouses and the AFRC, and was initially developed as a quality of life initiative out of concern for Air Force families. “Key Spouses are the face of unit leadership to families,” said Chapman. “They provide peer to peer wingman support and inform and refer family members.” Key Spouse volunteers can be the spouse of a commissioned officer, enlisted Airman or a Department of Defense civilian, and must be appointed by the unit commander. Once appointed as a Key Spouse, the individual must attend initial Key Spouse training, followed by a Heart Link course and Spouse Suicide Awareness Training. Key spouses’ hard work and efforts do not go unnoticed. “They are genuine spouses,” said Master Sgt. Adrian Rivera, 633rd Logistics Readiness Squadron vehicle operations superintendent. “They want nothing more than to support the needs of other spouses, especially when the Service member is deployed.” The Key Spouses in each unit make Service members’ deployments much easier

Photo by Senior Airman Kayla Newman

to cope with, explained Rivera. Rivera’s wife, Meloni, was recently named the 2012 U.S. Air Forces in Europe Key Spouse of the Year. While stationed at the 100th Air Refueling Wing, Meloni expanded the squadron’s Key Spouse Program, established the LRS Key Spouses’ Facebook page, coordinated dorm events for unaccompanied Airmen and organized numerous activities for families of deployed Service members. “Meloni is very humble,” explained

Rivera. “Although she is very deserving of the award, she believes that all the Key Spouses deserve recognition because one spouse could not do it all.” Meloni and fellow Key Spouses around the Air Force prove to be an instrumental part of the military family. “I have had many Airmen come to me to pass along thanks for what the Key Spouses do,” shared Rivera. “Never in their careers have they known the spouses to be such a key part of squadron leadership.”

The Key Spouse Program is very significant to the Airmen and families, said Chapman. She believes in the importance of the program at Langley. “With the Key Spouses caring for families on the home front, it allows the warfighter to focus on his or her mission,” said Chapman. For more information on the Key Spouse Program contact Master Sgt. Dawn Chapman or Master Sgt. Flerida Taylor at the AFRC at 764-3990.

Women’s Equality Luncheon held at Langley Julie WilliamsByrd speaks during the Women’s Equality Day Luncheon at Langley Air Force Base, Aug. 26. WilliamsByrd, a former member of the Langley Federal Women’s Program Committee, is an advocate of young women and their careers.

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The ‘mom of lodging’:

General Smalls Inn employee celebrates

50 years of civil service by Staff Sgt. Wesley Farnsworth 633RD AIR BASE WING PUBLIC AFFAIRS

“It’s all I know, and I love what I do.” It was 1963, and Anita Jefferson was looking for work. She had to decide between taking a job at a local Sears Roebuck store and working for the Army at Fort Eustis’ post lodging. Now, 50 years later, she recalls how her career in civil service began - a milestone no Fort Eustis civilian employee has ever achieved. After starting her career as a housekeeper, management quickly noticed her dedication and attention to detail, and gave her increased responsibility. “After a while, I was serving as the acting supervisor,” said Jefferson. “Then, I got a call one night at home and was told the current supervisor was leaving and that the position was mine.” During her 50 years of service, she has held many titles, including custodial worker, associate manager, operations assistant and supervisor. She said she has seen many changes throughout her career. “Back when I first started as the supervisor, you had to assign everyone their tasks, then manually do their time cards one by one,” said Jefferson. “After that, I had to check their daily duties or other tasks that were left for the day before going home.” Checking rooms could be quite the task. Unlike today, where all 365 rooms are located in a single five-story building, the 225 rooms were located in lodging buildings scattered

across post. “There were some buildings you would have to walk half a mile just to clean,” said Jefferson. Jefferson also recalled how the rooms have changed over the years. “When I first started here, only officers were allowed to stay with us, and they stayed in buildings that had bunk beds, a single bathroom and a single kitchen to be shared by everyone,” said Jefferson. “Today everyone has their own bed, bathroom and even kitchen, in some cases.” In 2010, Jefferson suffered a stroke and a heart attack, forcing her to take a year off of work. She credits the love of her job and the support of her coworkers for helping her bounce back and keep going. “I’ve had several family members, some younger than I am, pass away from strokes and heart attacks over the years. Some of my co-workers told me they didn’t think I was going to return to work after visiting me in the hospital,” said Jefferson. “My work kept me going and made me want to get better.” Jefferson’s resilience helped her become the first employee in Fort Eustis’ history to reach 50 years in civil service. According to Makisha McDonald, General Smalls Inn housekeeping manager, Jefferson is a model employee. “Ms. Jefferson is considered the ‘mom of lodging’ around here,” said McDonald. “She is always willing to extend a hand to anyone that needs it to ensure the job gets done.”

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U.S.Air Force Col. MatthewVenzke, 1st Maintenance Group commander, and Maj. Paul Netchaeff, 1st Maintenance Operations Squadron commander, ceremonially case the squadron guidon during the 1st MOS inactivation ceremony at Langley Air Force Base, Va., Aug. 23, 2013

1st MOS inactivates Photo by Staff Sgt. Wesley Farnsworth

Anita Jefferson, General Smalls Inn housekeeping supervisor, will celebrate her 50th year as a government employee in September at Fort Eustis. Jefferson has worked her entire career at Fort Eustis’ post lodging.

McDonald said Jefferson also serves as a role model for the inns. “She is a wonderful employee, and everyone here looks up to her,” said McDonald. “She has taught me so much in the 14 years I’ve been here, and it will be a sad day when she decides to retire.” However, Jefferson said she has no plans of retiring any time soon. “When the day comes that I get up and don’t feel like going to work, I’ll know it’s time to retire,” said Jefferson. When Jefferson does decide to step down, she has wise words to the younger generation. “Don’t work just for the money. You have to like your job and be dedicated to it,” she said. “If you don’t like your job, you won’t want to get out of bed in the morning, but if you do like it, you will look forward to going to work. “Finally, whatever you decide to do, make sure you do it well. Your hard work and dedication will be recognized.”

after 22 years of service by Senior Airman Jason J. Brown 633RD AIR BASE WING PUBLIC AFFAIRS

After nearly 22 years of service to the 1st Fighter Wing, the 1st Maintenance Operations Squadron inactivated in a ceremony at Langley Air Force Base, Va., Aug. 23. The 1st MOS was the 1st FW’s focal point for maintaining the combat readiness of its F-22 Raptor fleet and the 1st Maintenance Group’s personnel. The 1st MOS managed all maintenance-related Air Force Specialty Codes and training programs. Additionally, the squadron managed the 1st MXG’s finances and facilities. The inactivation effectively created a group-level staff agency to assume the former responsibilities of the 1st MOS. U.S. Air Force Col. Matthew Venzke, the 1st MXG commander, reminded those in attendance that while change is inevitable, the group is committed to delivering the same warfighting capability as always. “We will take the [1st] MOS emblem as an unofficial logo for the group staff and continue to identify members of this team as ‘Sabres,’” said Venzke.”Ultimately, I remain as confident as ever that the 1st Maintenance Group, along with our [total force integration] partners in the 192d Fighter Wing, ‘America’s First Team,’ is ready to fly, fight and win. “Sabres, leading the charge,” Venzke said in closing, referencing the squadron’s bold motto. “Even though we will be a squadron no more, you will always be a ‘Sabre,’” Maj. Paul Netchaeff, the squadron commander, said to his Airmen. “In this cyclical process we call change, I’m sure there’ll be sometime in the future when the 1st MOS sabre will be unsheathed and ready for the mission.” The 1st MOS was originally constituted as the Air Base Detachment at Key Field, Miss., March 17, 1942. Following an assignment on Ascension Island in the South Atlantic Ocean during World War II, the unit disbanded Dec. 18, 1944. The unit was reactivated in October 1991 as the 1st Logistics Support Squadron at Langley AFB, adopting its most recent designation July 15, 2002.

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