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MC2 John Paul Kotara The children’s youth choir sings a song during the 24th annual Grand Illumination at Joint Expeditionary Base Little Creek-Fort Story. The event featured a tour of housing by Santa, a chaplain led prayer, a children’s choir and a laser light show.
JEBLC-FS GRAND ILLUMINATION CEREMONY By MC2 John Paul Kotara Expeditionary Combat Camera
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Military and community members, along with their families, attended the 24th annual Grand Illumination Ceremony at Joint Expeditionary Base Little Creek-Fort Story’s (JEBLC-FS) historic Cape Henry Lighthouse. “This event was not just for the community located within the base,” JEBLC-FS Deputy Commander Lt. Col. John Penree said. “We have a very diverse group of people here that have come together as one cohesive family for the start of the holidays.” Santa traveled through base housing waving to excited children in attendance before finally arriving at the Cape Henry Chapel. After gathering inside, Chaplain Lt. Cary Shinn led a prayer for everyone in attendance followed by a children’s choir performance. The Grand Illumination has become a hallmark for not only the base, but for the city of Virginia Beach. The Grand Illumination also featured, the U.S. Army Training and Doctrine Command Band and new events, including a petting zoo and pony rides. “We were really lucky this year with the amount MC2 John Paul Kotara of participation we received from different communities,” Training Ranges and Readiness Officer The historic Cape Henry Lighthouse is illuminated by a laser light show during the 24th annual Grand Illumination at Joint ExpeditionHeather Lawrence said. “We have so many commuary Base Little Creek-Fort Story. nity partners that contributed to this event tonight,
including the Military Welfare and Recreation office. This gave us the ability to provide everybody with new events that should be fun for everyone.” A laser light show was used this year instead of the traditional holiday decorations from the lighthouse. “We are trying something new for this year, to hopefully encourage more people to come out and see what is going on at this event,” Penree said. Toward the end of the occasion Commander of JEBLC-FS Capt. Frank Hughlett led a speech about the history of event and the importance it has become throughout the years. After the conclusion of his comments, Hughlett led a count down to the grand finale. As the last number was counted the Cape Henry Lighthouse was illuminated. As the night drew to a close, families and friends returned to the chapel to converse and receive hot chocolate and cake. “From the families who have military members deployed, to the community that is here to share in this event, this really brought families together in celebration of the holidays.” Hughlett said. “The whole community embraced this event.” The historic Cape Henry Lighthouse’s construction was authorized using federally approved funds by President George Washington. Standing near the First Landing site, where English settlers arrived in 1607, the lighthouse guided maritime commerce at the mouth of the Chesapeake Bay.
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J.I.N.G.L.E. The Navy-Marine Corps Relief Society is inviting all Hampton Roads and Williamsburg area active-duty service members to participate in the 23nd annual Operation J.I.N.G.L.E. The deadline for submissions is Dec. 18.
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Civilian Employee Assistance Program provides personnel with counseling, consultation services By Whitney Anderson
We have a very diverse group of people here that have come together as one cohesive family for the start of the holidays.”
charge from the Department of the Navy (DON) for civilian personnel and their family members, and are confidential within the limits of the law. DONCEAP Program Manager for the Office of Civilian Human Resources Laura Stanley said that these services are available to help DON civilian employees manage both work
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Secretary of the Navy Ray Mabus visited Sailors aboard the aircraft carrier USS Dwight D. Eisenhower (CVN 69) as the ship continues its pre-deployment work-up cycle off the coast of Florida, Dec. 4.
WWII WWII veterans from the U.S. and Japan joined in silent prayer and poured American whiskey, burbon, into Pearl Harbor’s hallowed waters during the Blackened Canteen ceremony.
Upon his arrival, Mabus was welcomed by Commander of Strike Group 10 Rear Adm. Jesse Wilson, Commanding Officer of Eisenhower Capt. Paul Spedero, and Commanding Officer of Carrier Air Wing (CVW) 3 Capt. Jeffrey Anderson.
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VIETNAM Vietnam veterans share their stories for the Hampton History Museum’s program “Our Story, OurTime Vietnam 50Years Later: Hampton Veterans Reflect” on Dec. 17.
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ANNUAL HOLIDAY CONCERT BRINGS HOLIDAY CHEER TO JEBLC-FS BY JEBLC-FS Public Affairs VIRGINIA BEACH
It’s that time of the season when families come together and share time with one another and that is exactly the goal at this year’s Holiday Concert featuring the U. S. Fleet Forces Band to be held Dec. 11, at the Base Theater on the Joint Expeditionary Base Little Creek-Fort Story. This spectacular, family oriented free concert is open to all military families,
both active duty and retired, and their guests, to come together and share in this festive holiday season. The night begins at 6 p.m. with Morale, Welfare and Recreation (MWR) providing seasonal music playing outside the theater, games for the kids as everyone gathers for the lighting of the Christmas tree, and the arrival of a special visitor at 7 p.m. The Base Theater doors will then open and the concert will start promptly at 7:30 p.m. So plan to attend and share some
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festive time together as one military family! This concert and MWR sponsored event will provide fun and be a memorable event for children of all ages. MEDIA NOTE: Media desiring to cover this event should contact Joint Expeditionary Base Little Creek-Fort Story Public Affairs at 462-8423/25 no later than 3 p.m. Dec. 11. Media will meet at JEB Little Creek Pass and ID parking lot, Gate 3 at 5:45 p.m., Dec.11.
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The Navy-Marine Corps Relief Society (NMCRS) is inviting all Hampton Roads and Williamsburg area active duty service members to participate in the 23nd annual Operation J.I.N.G.L.E., sponsored by the Hotel Associations and Convention and Visitors Bureaus from Norfolk and Virginia Beach and the Williamsburg Hotel and Motel Association. The deadline for submissions is Dec. 18. The annual holiday program provides a complimentary three-night stay in local hotels from Dec. 23-26 for the visiting families of local-
ly stationed service members who are unable to go home for the holidays. Families check-in after 4 p.m. on Dec. 23, and check-out before 11 a.m. on Dec. 26. To qualify, service members must be stationed and live aboard ships, reside in one of the local barracks, or reside in single Sailor PPV housing. Commands must verify that the rooms will be used for families traveling to the Hampton Roads and Williamsburg areas to spend the holidays with their service member. Room availability is limited, and rooms will be reserved on a first-come, firstserved basis. To participate, each command must designate a representative as the command's
single point of contact to coordinate the delivery of applications and confirmation information with the NMCRS Norfolk office. The only charge for the room is a nonrefundable reservation fee of $10 per room, per night. The entire reservation fee will be donated to the NMCRS. Reservation fees ensure that all rooms are used. Hotels require a 24-hour cancellation notice in the event rooms cannot be used. Information about the program may be obtained from Loretta Russell at the NMCRS Norfolk office, located inside the Fleet and Family Support Center in Norfolk (7928 14th street, Ste. 238). Program information should be obtained and
■ qualifications Service members must be stationed and live aboard ships, reside in one of the local barracks, or reside in single Sailor PPV housing. The deadline for submissions is Dec. 18.
completed by no later than 3 p.m. on Dec. 18. Command representatives may request the registration form from by email at loretta.russell@nmcrs.org or by phone at 322-1175. For underway commands/units unable to meet the Dec. 18 deadline, command representatives should call 322-1175 to discuss alternative arrangements. All incidental expenses incurred during the hotel stay, including phone calls, laundry services, movies, room service and other meals are the responsibility of the service member reserving the room. To learn more about NMCRS, visit www.nmcrs. org/locations/entry/norfolk.
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FRANCE TAKES COMMAND OF NAVCENT TASK FORCE 50 A French flag officer, embarked on the nuclearpowered aircraft carrier FS Charles de Gaulle, took command of U.S. Naval Forces Central Command’s Task Force 50, Dec. 7, leading coalition naval strike operations for Operation Inherent Resolve – the fight to degrade and ultimately destroy the ISIL terrorist organization. See the full story at http://bit.ly/1R5xWHx.
GRAVELY COMPLETES TRAINING EXERCISE WITH MOROCCAN NAVY The guided-missile destroyer USS Gravely (DDG 107) participated in a bilateral passing exercise with the Royal Moroccan navy ship Sultan Moulay Ismail (FFG 614), Nov 28. See the full story at http://bit.ly/1XPXuN6.
BENEFICIARIES BEWARE OF FRAUDULENT SCAMS DURING THE HOLIDAYS The phone rang yesterday afternoon in the home of an elderly military veteran. The caller stated they were from TRICARE pharmacy and needed to confirm his personal information. See the full story at http://bit.ly/1TUiOvg.
SNOW FALLS AT NAVAL BASE SAN DIEGO It’s a warm day in December but Naval Base San Diego’s Fleet and Family Readiness and Morale Welfare and Recreation teams have worked some magic, bringing snow to the base’s recreation center for the 12th annual holiday party held Dec. 6. See the full story at http://bit.ly/1loLQrq.
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FLAGSHIPNEWS.COM | DEC 10, 2015 | THE FLAGSHIP | A3 Chief Mass Communication Specialist Shane Tuck poses during underwater photography training off the coast of Guantanamo Bay, Cuba. Expeditionary Combat Camera’s underwater photo team conducts annual training to hone its divers’ specialized skill set and ensure valuable support of DOD activities worldwide.
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Additionally, the locker is capable of supporting scuba, ships husbandry, and light salvage operations. “GTMO’s geographic location allows divers to take advantage of 300 days of ideal weather conditions, diving in waters that range from 45 to 1,000 feet in depth, less than a 15-minute commute from the dock,” McManus said. U.S. Navy manned Port Operations has 100 percent control of recreational boat traffic, allowing military divers open access to secured waterways and providing an added sense of safety. In addition to ideal diving conditions, the base goes on to offer several facilities that appeal to commands in the planning phase of a training evolution, such as hundreds
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It’s called the pearl of the Antilles. Guantanamo Bay’s crystalclear waters offer a wide range of possibilities for commands seeking cost-effective training grounds for diving. Chief Navy Diver Julius McManus, command diving officer for Naval Station Guantanamo Bay (GTMO), says the GTMO facility is fully equipped to support divetraining operations. The dive locker is outfitted with a MK-16 charging station, a MK-III Lightweight Dive System, and a Recompression Chamber Facility 5000 that can provide 100 percent oxygen (O2) and 50/50 nitrogen (N2)/O2.
of rooms through Navy Gateway Inns and Suites, a fully outfitted dining facility and a level-four treatment center at Naval Hospital Guantanamo Bay. “In comparison to traditional, more commonly used dive training locations, it is significantly more cost effective to send divers to train in GTMO,” McManus said. On average, diving commands could save roughly $20,000 per week in training expenses because of lower per diem and lodging costs, including lower airline expenses by utilizing Navy Air Logistics Office (NALO) flights vice commercial airlines or convoys. In addition to NALO flights, base air opera-
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tions include helicopter capabilities with a maximum ceiling of 4,000 feet for water jumps and fast roping, including an airfield capable of handling wide-body jet airliners and strategic airlift aircraft. GMTO is host to several weapons ranges, a demolition range, and offers the possibility of supporting underwater demolition operations.
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A4 | THE FLAGSHIP | DEC 10, 2015 | FLAGSHIPNEWS.COM Multi-Service Market (eMSM). Of the six eMSMs across the county, Moulton was the only Navy market manager. A multi-service market integrates health care across Navy, Army and Air Force facilities in the same geographic area to provide a seamless continuum of care, improving readiness, recapturing patients getting care outside the military health system – when that same service is available by military providers – and ensuring providers have the clinical capabilities and capacity to meet any kind of deployment needed, whether that care is needed on battleďŹ elds, above or below the sea, or here at home. Under Moulton’s leadership, the Tidewater eMSM saved taxpayers $5.1 million in ďŹ scal year 2015. Since his commission in 1983, Moulton has been selected for various executive, operational management and health care business roles in support of Navy Medicine. Iverson takes the NME helm after serving as deputy chief of medical operations at BUMED for two years. NME is one of three regional commands that manage Navy Medicine’s global health care network. It oversees the effectiveness and efďŹ ciency of the delivery of medical, dental and other health care services to approximately one million patients across almost 100 facilities.
NAVY MEDICINE EAST CHANGES COMMAND By Tami Begasse Navy Medicine East Director for Public Affairs
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Visionary, thought-leader, motivator, accountable, committed and positive are some of the many ways staff and colleagues describe Rear Adm. Terry Moulton who, on Dec. 1, passed on the reigns of Navy Medicine East (NME) leadership to Rear Adm. Kenneth Iverson during a change of command ceremony at Naval Medical Center Portsmouth (NMCP). Navy Surgeon General and Chief of the Bureau of Medicine and Surgery (BUMED) Vice Adm. Matthew Nathan presided over the change of command. “Our job in Navy Medicine is to tell our most important patient, the one in front of us, ‘you’ll be safe, you’ll get the best quality care. And when the bell rings, we will deploy in harm’s way to make a difference when it counts to meet the needs of our nation,’� Nathan said. “You’ve been a great leader,� Nathan added. “Congratulations for a tremendous assignment and I look
forward to your contributions as deputy surgeon general.â€? Moulton has been the commander of NME since April 2014. He was responsible for the oversight of NME’s 100 care facilities, including NMCP, and public health activities across the U.S. east and gulf coasts, Spain, Italy, Greece, Cuba and Bahrain. A catalyst for positive change, he led incalculable initiatives across the region to ensure more than one million service members and their families received the best patient experience. At the same time, he ensured the care was delivered in the most effective and efďŹ cient manner. “We have a responsibility to provide our nation’s heroes and their families with world-class health care. We also must be good stewards of taxpayers dollars by delivering that care in the most efďŹ cient and effective way,â€? Moulton said. “And I’ve had the privilege of collaborating with some of the world’s most talented medical professionals who share that vision.â€? Moulton and his staff improved patient care through the launch of
MC1 Gary Johnson Navy Surgeon General and Chief of Navy Bureau of Medicine and Surgery Vice Adm. Matthew Nathan, left, presents Rear Adm. Terry Moulton with an award during the change of command for Navy Medicine East during a ceremony Dec. 1.
10 cutting-edge telehealth initiatives focused on pain management, consult management for the eet and increased access to mental health services. The initiative resulted in more than 1,800 patient encounters, prevented 39 unnecessary medical evacuations from deployed and overseas units, and saved more than $700,000 in recaptured health care costs. A joint initiative between NMCP and the 633rd Medical Group at Joint Base Langley-Eustis, that expands neonatal care capacities at both locations to enhance patient safety and convenience for patients, saved $2.4 million. The Navy, Army and Defense Health Agency collaboration
of staff assigned to Walter Reed National Military Medical Center and Fort Belvoir Community Hospital has a projected saving of $529,000 annually. NME also oversaw the temporary assignment of over 3,000 personnel to meet 200 U.S. Central, South, Europe, Africa, and PaciďŹ c commands combat, humanitarian and disaster-relief operations and missions. This included providing staffing to support the USNS Comfort during Continuing Promise 2015, a humanitarian mission to Central and South America and the Caribbean. In addition to his NME role, he was director of the Tidewater Enhanced
Ike, DESRON 26 complete ďŹ rst group sail By MC2 Hillary Browning USS Dwight D. Eisenhower Public Affairs
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The staff of Destroyer Squadron (DESRON) 26 completed its ďŹ rst group sail embarked aboard the aircraft carrier USS Dwight D. Eisenhower (CVN 69), Dec. 2. Eisenhower's crew welcomed aboard the staff DESRON 26 for the ďŹ rst time during the ship's Tailored Ship's Training Availability and Final Evaluation Problem (TSTA/FEP) – the ďŹ nal piece of the Basic Phase of the pre-deployment workup schedule. Along with DESRON 26, all of the command staffs comprising the Dwight D. Eisenhower Strike Group – including Carrier Strike Group (CSG) 10 and Carrier Air Wing (CVW) 3 – participated in the group sail and elements of Eisenhower's TSTA/FEP. TSTA/FEP is assessed by Aoat Training Group (ATG) Atlantic and designed to prepare the ship, its crew and embarked air wing for full integration into a carrier strike group by test-
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ing their proďŹ ciency in a range of mission-critical operational areas. Prior to embarking aboard Eisenhower, the DESRON 26 staff, commanded by Capt. Brian Fort, started on a nearly month-long group sail involving several DESRON assets, including guided-missile cruisers USS San Jacinto (CG 56) and USS Monterey (CG 61), and the guided-missile destroyers USS Stout (DDG 55), USS McFaul (DDG 74), USS Oscar Austin (DDG 79), USS Mason (DDG 87) and USS Nitze (DDG 94). The group sail, which culminated with the staff participation aboard Ike for TSTA/FEP integration, was the ďŹ rst time all the ships have aggregated and conducted composite operations. "All the ships are working on their individual readiness," Staff Director for DESRON 26 Lt. Cmdr. Kristen Kerns said. "[Eisenhower] is going through TSTA/FEP, and the smaller ships are working through ATG to complete their individual warfare events." To prepare for the group sail, DESRON 26 ships went through a week-long training course off the coast of Florida. "The ships simulated having enemies come up and attack the
strike group," Kerns said. "We got to execute our defense plans and responses in a sanitized environment. It allowed the ships to work through how they'd respond so that when we came out for group sail it was already an evolution we had practiced and were very good at." Kerns said that having the CSG 10, CVW 3 and DESRON 26 staffs on board Eisenhower was vital to communication and mission-effectiveness. "The advantage is what we call the 'sneaker-net,'" Kerns said. "We're able to physically walk from our space to the space where the strike group commander is standing, and without any ambiguities, just have a quick conversation one-on-one, and clear up all the confusion you might have in a long-distance scenario. If we were on a destroyer, our best bet would be a phone call, but that's not always possible. We'd have to rely solely on radio telecommunications to express our intent. A large portion of communication is visual, and includes body language, so it's more reasonable to use the sneaker-net." Having completed their training, the DESRON 26 staff disembarks until February when they will continue preparations for next year's Composite Unit Training Exercise (COMPTUEX). COMPTUEX will test all warfare mission areas of the ship and all the strike group assets.
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NDTA recognizes NCHB 1 & 5 as Navy's 2015 Military Units of the Year By Lt. Cmdr. Jennifer Cragg Navy Expeditionary Combat Command Public Affairs
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Navy Cargo Handling Battalion (NCHB) 1 and NCHB 5, won the Navy's active-duty and reserve categories for the 2015 National Defense Transportation Association (NDTA) Military Units of the Year Awards. According to the NDTA, in 1966 they launched an awards program that honors outstanding military units that have accomplished unusual and outstanding service in the field of transportation and logistics. "We offer awards to outstanding units on an annual basis to active duty, reserve and national guard components," Senior Vice President of Operations for NDTA retired U.S. Army Col. Jim Veditz said. In addition to the military unit awards, NDTA also awards the best reserve officer training command and instructor of the year for each branch of the services. Veditz reflected on what impressed NDTA leadership when reviewing the awards packages for NCHB 1 and 5. "In both cases what impressed us about the Navy components, specifically for the two cargo handling battalions, were their contributions for real-world contingency operations and rapid response capabilities over the past year," Veditz said. Commanding Officer of NCHB 1 Cmdr. Paul Melvey spoke of the discipline and character of the
Sailors assigned at his command who accomplish the unusual jobs in their typical outstanding manner. "I couldn't be prouder of them for many reasons and not just winning this award," Melvey said. "This is just emblematic of the type of Sailors we have assigned to NCHB 1." Currently there are 281 Sailors assigned to NCHB 1 who are required to undergo extensive training to become a cargo handler. "There is no rating for cargo handlers but everyone assigned to NCHB 1 is a cargo handler," Melvey said. Melvey said it takes on average about a year for a first class petty officer to qualify as a hatch captain, which is a senior cargo handling position. Commanding Officer of NCHB 5 Cmdr. Dennis Collins leads nearly 350 reserve Sailors across 11 companies from the Pacific Northwest, to California and Nevada. "The missions of NCHB 1 and 5 are similar, however we train for those requirements on a part-time basis," Collins said. "Our Sailors might work in an office environment during the week and on the weekend they may be assigned to drive a tractor trailer or operate a heavy shipboard crane, which increases the degree of difficulty to get qualified, and to perform at the level necessary to be recognized for an award like this." Collins reflected on the caliber of Sailors assigned to NCHB 5 and their valued contributions to accomplish the mission.
"For our reservists who operate on such a high level of performance truly echoes the special environment that our Sailors have created at NCHB 5," Collins said. "Our Sailors regularly contribute far more time than the typical one weekend a month, two weeks a year so it tremendous to see them recognized with this prestigious unit level award." For NCHB 1 and 5 they have more than 60 years under their belt in providing outstanding service when conducting unusual tasking across the realm of the transportation spectrum to include air and surface cargo handling, fuels, and ammunition. "The award is actually given to units that do unusual and outstanding service, so for us, we have a 60plus year history of doing exactly those things across the realm of our mission requirements," Melvey said. “This marks the third time in recent history that NCHB 1 received an award from NDTA.” Sailors assigned to NCHB 1 and 5 come from a variety of rating backgrounds to include boatswain's mates, Seabees, and other seagoing ratings that provide expeditionary logistics capabilities to perform unique missions worldwide. One of those unique missions is in Antarctica. "We are still the only Navy unit that continues to support Operation Deep Freeze and have done so since 1955 when they officially stood up McMurdo Station," Melvey said. NCHB 1 and 5 support Navy Expeditionary Logistics Support Group, a component of Navy Expeditionary Combat Command, which delivers expeditionary logistics capabilities with mobilization-ready Navy Reserve forces and active-duty Sailors. They provide a wide range of supply and transportation functions critical for peacekeeping, crisis response, humanitarian assistance, and combat service support missions.
Our Sailors regularly contribute far more time than the typical one weekend a month, two weeks a year so it tremendous to see them recognized with this prestigious unit level award.” - Commanding Officer of NCHB 5 Cmdr. Dennis Collins
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Sailors and Marines aboard the amphibious assault ship USS Kearsarge (LHD 3) departed Manama, Bahrain, on Nov. 30, after a six-day port visit. This was Kearsarge's first port visit since entering the U.S. 5th Fleet area of responsibility on Nov. 1. Operations Officer of Kearsarge Cmdr. Gregory F. Chapman explained that the stop in Bahrain was a chance for the crew to get some rest and relaxation after seven weeks underway as well as an opportunity to coordinate with their operational staff counterparts. “Being able to personally interact with each other reinforces our understanding of operational tasking and enables us to better carry out our mission,” Chapman said. While in port, crew members took advantage of the opportunity to participate in two community relations (COMREL) events; one to the Regional Institute of Active Learning (RIA) School and the other to Muharraq Horse Riding School and Stables. Kearsarge’s command COMREL Cooridinator Religious Programs Specialist 1st Class Jerry Hutchins said the purpose of the RIA COMREL event was to positively interact with disabled students through various activities to include decorating cookies and constructing a festive dragon. During the COMREL event at Muharraq, Sailors and Marines volunteered their time by helping the staff with the grooming, upkeep and exercise of eight horses. “Both COMRELs were a great success!” Hutchins said. “The volunteers fostered positive relations with the Bahraini community and its future leaders.” Events during the port call were not isolated to shore. On board Kearsarge, Sailors and Marines attended a change of command ceremony where Capt. Larry Getz relieved Capt. David L. Bossert as the ship’s commanding officer. During the ceremony, Getz spoke on his enthusiasm for what lies ahead for the ship and its crew. “It is difficult to find the words that express how grateful I am to be able to serve with a crew like the one we have here on the Kearsarge,” Getz said. “This is an amazing team, and I can’t wait to see what the future holds.” The ship also hosted Commander of U.S. Naval Forces Central Command Vice Adm. Kevin M. Donegan for a special Thanksgiving meal where Donegan interacted with the Sailors and Marines on duty. The crew visited Naval Support Activity Bahrain where they were able to utilize the base's Morale, Welfare and Recreation facilities and enjoyed a traditional Thanksgiving meal. Crew members also toured the city and historic monuments, such as the Grand Mosque, as well as experiencing the local culture by attending a traditional Arabic-style dinner. The Kearsarge Amphibious Ready Group, comprised of the flagship Kearsarge, the amphibious transport dock ship USS Arlington (LPD 24), the dock landing ship USS Oak Hill (LSD 51) and the 26th Marine Expeditionary Unit, is deployed to the U.S. 5th Fleet area of operations conducting maritime security operations and theatre security cooperation efforts. For more news from Expeditionary Strike Group 2, visit www. navy.mil/local/esg2/.
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It was a wonderful thing to be here with our [Pearl Harbor] survivors, to share this moment at the USS Utah” -Rainey McKenna
MC1 Meranda Keller Delton “Wally” Walling, a Pearl Harbor survivor, poses for a photo during the USS Utah Memorial sunset tribute on Ford Island.
SUNSET TRIBUTE HONORS SAILORS LOST ABOARD USS UTAH The Utah lies on her
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Pearl Harbor survivors, WWII veterans and guests gathered at the USS Utah Memorial for a sunset tribute on Joint Base Pearl Harbor-Hickam, Dec. 6. The event, hosted by Pearl Harbor Liaison retired Master Chief Yeoman James Taylor, commemorated the 74th anniversary of those who bravely served on the Florida-class battleship and honored the 58 crew members still entombed aboard the sunken vessel. Among those in attendance was Pearl Harbor survivor, retired Chief Petty Officer Gil Meyer, one of the crew members serving aboard USS Utah on the fateful morning of Dec. 7, 1941. Taylor recounted Meyer’s story of that day. “After the ship was hit by torpedoes, rolled over and sank, Gil Meyer slid off the bottom of the ship and swam ashore, dodging bullets from strafing aircrafts,” Taylor said. “Soon after the attack he was assigned to the light-cruiser USS Detroit and remained on the ship throughout the war. Gil says it was a hair-raising
giant guarding her cherished treasures entombed within her bowels like a mother guarding her children.” -Mary Wagner Kreigh
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experience to be on board one of the first ships to enter Tokyo Bay.” Also present was special guest Mary Wagner Kreigh. Mary and her twin sister Nancy Lynne were born prematurely Aug. 29, 1937, to Chief Yeoman Albert T.D. Wagner, also assigned to USS Utah. Nancy lived only two days and on the morning of Dec. 7, Wagner had her ashes in his locker while waiting for a chaplain to come aboard and perform the traditional Navy burial at sea; but the surprise attack on Pearly Harbor Dec. 7, changed everything as baby Nancy went down with the ship, along with over 50 crew members. “The Utah lies on her side like a rusted metal giant guarding her cherished treasures entombed within her bowels like a mother guarding her children. She is at peace, as are her charges. Their bed is an azure carpet, their blanket is a gentle breeze, their lullaby is the whispering wind. The scene is breathtaking. It is beautiful, wondrous and serene. Thank you my brave warriors for taking such good care of my twin sister. It is my wish to join her when my time
comes. We started life together and we should spend eternity together,” Kreigh wrote in an emotional poem about USS Utah and her sister. After the tribute, the guests stood in reverence for the sounding of taps, followed by the presentation of the wreaths to the Pearl Harbor survivors and special guests. Rainey McKenna, an officer for The National Park Service, said she felt the event was intimate and moving, and felt honored to be have been able to have a conversation with one of the Pearl Harbor survivors, Delton “Wally” Walling. “He is a wonderful human, very warm, very inviting, and I was able to hear some of his stories about his time and
Delton “Wally” Walling, Pearl Harbor survivor, accepts a ceremonial wreath to present to the entombed crew of USS Utah during a sunset tribute at the USS Utah Memorial on Ford Island, Joint Base Pearl Harbor-Hickam.
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where he was when this happened,” McKenna said. “They gave me insight into an experience that I don’t have a lot of familiarity with and many of these stories are new to me, so it was a chance to really hear what the day was like and what it meant to him. It was a wonderful thing to be here with our [Pearl Harbor] survivors, to share this moment at the USS Utah” McKenna also mentioned the tribute would be one of the events shared on Dec. 7, 2015, on a live stream program.
“We are on an island and there is only so many who can join us here on this special day, but there is so much interest and we’ve had people inquiring about this and planning on joining the live feed from all over the world,” McKenna said. “This is something that touched many people. It was part of a greater story and there’s this interest that still persists in what happened here that day, and I think its something that we can share with thousands if not millions of people.”
Petty Officer 2nd Class Gabriell Service members carry ceremonial wreaths to be presented to the entombed crew of the USS Utah during the USS Utah Memorial sunset tribute at Ford Island, Joint Base Pearl Harbor-Hickam.
MC2 Meranda Keller Gilbert Meyer, a Pearl Harbor survivor, speaks with service members at the USS Utah Memorial sunset tribute on Ford Island.
MC1 Meranda Keller Pearl Harbor survivors speak with guests at the USS Utah Memorial sunset tribute on Ford Island. Several events will take place leading up to the 74th anniversary of Pearl Harbor Day to pay tribute to the nation’s military while enlightening Americans about veterans and service.
■ USS Utah Memorial The event, hosted by Pearl Harbor Liaison retired Master Chief Yeoman James Taylor, commemorated the 74th anniversary of those who bravely served on the Floridaclass battleship and honored the 58 crew members still entombed aboard the sunken vessel.
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NMCP Hosts Service Member Justice Outreach Pilot Program By MC2 Korrin Kim NMCP Public Affairs
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Everyone who joins the Navy, joins with intentions of having a successful career and serving honorably, whether that is for one enlistment or for a 20-year career. However, this plan does not come to fruition for some, when instead, they go down the wrong path – one that leads to legal problems and less-than-honorable discharges. Facing these issues can be extremely difficult. Research has shown that those facing legal problems are more prone to experiencing stress and mental health symptoms, like depression and anxiety and even the risk of suicide. To combat these issues, the Service Member Justice Outreach Program (SMJOP) was created. The SMJOP is currently in its pilot phase, and the Mental Health Department at Naval Medical Center Portsmouth (NMCP) is hosting the program for the Navy, which was chosen for the large number of personnel stationed in Southeastern Virginia. The other two program sites are at Fort Bragg in North Carolina and Lackland Air Force Base in Texas. SMJOP was designed to ensure service members are screened and receive mental health support services as needed. The program also helps ensure a smooth transition to civilian life, including transition to receiving health care through a civilian facility or Veterans Affairs. Each pilot site has an assigned social worker. Susan “Willow” Gallenz is NMCP’s assigned licensed social worker. “The SMJOP was initially developed based on a VA/ DOD Mental Health Summit held in 2009,” Gallenz said. “At that meeting, service members facing disciplinary action, that could lead to separation from the military, were identified as a population at higher risk for mental health problems, whose needs were not being adequately met. The Task Force recommended a DOD-wide policy to ensure a ‘chain of care’ for service members facing disciplinary action.” According to Gallenz, the SMJOP is based on the Veterans Justice Outreach Program (VJOP). VJOP is a program that was developed to work with veterans facing legal issues related to mental health and substance abuse issues. Midway through the first year of the program, SMJOP was opened to other service members being administratively separated for non-legal cases, such as: physical fitness assessment and Substance Abuse Rehabilitation Program failures. With the SMJOP currently more than halfway through the two-year pilot phase, the interim report completed in August is proving the program to be successful. “Clinical outcome measures completed by members participating in the pilot have shown significant overall improvement,” Gallenz said. “The project has also been shown to improve knowledge about available mental health resources. Given that most of the service members seen by this program will lose their veterans benefits due to the nature of their discharge, this is particularly important.” So far, Gallenz has worked with several service members. She cited several feedback surveys given to program participants that show the effectiveness of the program. One Sailor reported, “I have enjoyed talking with Ms. Willow very much. I believe this program will benefit junior Sailors the most, but all Sailors in some way.” Another Sailor said, “She [Gallenz] gives me different ways of viewing the problems presented to me. Also, she has given me multiple resources to succeed in the civilian world.” After the completion of the pilot program, the intention is to expand the program not only Navy-wide, but military-wide. “Anyone can refer – the command, legal, the service member themselves, chaplains, or health care providers,” Gallenz said. While the program is completely voluntary and the service member can refuse participation, Gallenz is ready to help anyone in need. “I feel truly honored to be a part of this program and to help these service members,” Gallenz said. “One of my favorite parts of being a licensed clinical social worker is advocating for others and helping them through difficult times, and I get to do just that with the SMJOP.” For more information about the program at NMCP, contact Gallenz at susan.a.gallenz.ctr@mail.mil.
MC2 Sean Furey Army Spc. Quentin Werking, assigned to the 11th Transportation Battalion on Joint Expeditionary Base Little Creek-Fort Story, helps a family carry a Christmas tree to their car during the Trees for Troops Christmas tree giveaway.
TREES FOR TROOPS BRINGS HOLIDAY SPIRIT TO MILITARY FAMILIES MC2 Sean Furey Expeditionary Combat Camera
It’s a blessing for me to be able to come here and get a tree.” - Hospital Corpsman 2nd Class Lanorris Daniels
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Joint Expeditionary Base Little Creek-Fort Story (JEBLC-FS) hosted their 8th annual Trees for Troops Christmas tree giveaway on Dec. 2. Trees for Troops, sponsored by the Christmas SPIRIT Foundation and FEDEX corporation, provided JEBLCFS with nearly 300 fresh-cut Christmas trees for distribution to junior enlisted military families on a first-come, firstserve basis. “A lot of people don't get this opportunity,” Hospital Corpsman 2nd Class Lanor-
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ris Daniels said. “It’s a blessing for me to be able to come here and get a tree. It helps a lot with saving money and being able to put it elsewhere, whether its towards bills or buying more presents for the kids.” More than 30 volunteers from various commands on JEBLC-FS showed up to help carry trees, hand out candy to the kids and support Trees for Troops. “This is a wonderful thing going on,” volunteer Army Sgt. Wesley Constant said. “It’s good to let the military families know we are out here to support them during Christmas time. By giving out free trees it means it’s one less thing for the service members
to worry about during the holidays.” Trees for Troops motto is delivering the spirit of Christmas to military families – one tree at a time. Farm-grown trees are provided to troops and military families, through donations, sponsorships, grants and the work of many volunteers. “Service members’ families deal with hardships, such as their spouses being deployed during the holidays,” Deputy Commander of JEBLC-FS Army Lt. Col. John Penree said. “They are able to come here and pick up a tree, and in that small way we can give back to them for the sacrifices and hardships they deal with throughout the year.” Trees for Troops is celebrating its 11th year, and delivers, on average, 17,000 Christmas trees to more than 60 military bases throughout the U.S and overseas.
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life and personal life. life and personal life. Stanley explained that while DONCEAP does not provide such things as free childcare or elder care, they can research these needs to take the burden off the employee. "Say if you were new to the area and you were looking for childcare options in your neighborhood and you had a price point you wanted to stay under, or needed the childcare provider to meet certain requirements, they'd be able to do research for you and find what you're looking for," Stanley said. Stanley added that while the counseling services offered by the program were widely known, many other resources, such as financial consultation, and legal and childcare aide, are less well known. "We want to continue to increase usage," Stanley said. "There was a big marketing push in 2013 when DONCEAP first rolled out, and of course we continue to do that. We're always looking for new ways to reach people and encourage them to use the
program." Stanley continues to work with the commands regarding the progress and marketing of DONCEAP in an effort to boost the usage of all resources offered by the program, hoping that employees will come to be familiar with all that it offers. One resource the program offers is counseling, with several sessions offered at no charge to the employee. "With the counseling services, employees are entitled to up to six sessions for short-term counseling and those are covered by the Department of the Navy. Any additional counseling or medical referrals would be at the employee’s expense." Stanley said. Stanley explained that counselors are available on-site at certain locations for personnel local to those areas. But for those who find it difficult to meet one in person, counselors are always available by phone. There is an on-site counselor at Naval Station Norfolk. In other locations people can call: (844) DON-
■ DONCEAP services Financial counseling, identity theft management assistance, legal services, management coaching, an online discount center, shortterm counseling, and alcohol or substance abuse help. Also providedare referrals for a wide range of work-life issues including: assistance finding child care and elder care resources, home repair services, pet walkers, and more.
CEAP – (844) 366-2327 – and either speak to a counselor over the phone or you may be referred to an affiliate counselor in the local area. For more information on DONCEAP, federal Navy personnel should refer to www.donceap.foh.hhs.gov. For Norfolk employees looking to use the services, the on-site counselor can be found in Building SP-16 at Naval Station Norfolk.
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Mabus observed flight operations from the flight deck, ate lunch with junior Sailors on the mess decks and addressed the ship’s crew at an all-hands call in the hangar bay. He reenlisted Sailors, presented awards and spoke about the importance of the Navy. “What the Navy uniquely gives the nation is presence,” Mabus said. “We’re in the right place, not just at the right time, but all the time. We get on station faster, we stay longer, we bring everything we need with us and we don’t have to ask anybody’s permission to get the job done.” Mabus also expressed his gratitude for the Sailors’ efMC3 J. Alexander Delgado forts on board and around the Secretary of the Navy Ray Mabus tours the flight deck of the aircraft carrier USS Dwight D. Eisenhower fleet. (CVN 69). “I want to thank y’all,”
Mabus said. “It is not easy to wear the uniform of this country. You and your family sacrifice every single day. You are the most powerful, expeditionary fighting force the world has ever known. Nobody can touch the United States Navy. It is up to us to keep it that way.” Mabus took time to shake hands, take photos and talk to Sailors one-on-one. “It was such an honor to meet the Navy’s top leader,” Yeoman 3rd Class Mikael Petrovic said. “I appreciate that he took time to fly out to the ship during the holiday season while we’re underway. It shows that he really cares about every Sailor.” Eisenhower is at sea conducting its Tailored Ship's
Training Availability and Final Evaluation Problem (TSTA/FEP), the final piece of the Basic Phase of Eisenhower’s pre-deployment workup schedule. The TSTA/FEP process is unit-level training designed to prepare the ship, its crew and embarked air wing for full integration into a carrier strike group by measuring proficiency in a wide range of mission-critical operational areas. The evaluation period marks the first time Eisenhower integrated with Carrier Strike Group (CSG) 10, CVW 3 embarked and ships from Destroyer Squadron (DESRON) 26. The Dwight D. Eisenhower Strike Group is the first to implement and operationalize the Optimized Fleet Response Plan.
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U.S. Navy photographer Guided missile submarine USS Ohio (SSGN 726) gets underway after being moored alongside submarine tender USS Emory S. Land (AS 39 ) in Sepanggar, Malaysia. Emory S. Land and Ohio’s visit to Malaysia continues the U.S. Navy’s ongoing commitment to theater security, cooperation and friendship with local partner navies.
U.S., Royal Malaysian navy submarine leaders participate in Guam staff talks By MC2 Zac Shea USS Frank Cable Public Affairs
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Key members of the U.S. Navy and Royal Malaysian navy (RMN) submarine forces met at Submarine Squadron 15 headquarters on Polaris Point, Guam, for the RMN and U.S. Navy Submarine Staff Talks 2015. The talks, presided over by Commander of Submarine Group 7 Rear Adm. William Merz and Commander of RMN Submarine Force Rear Adm. Abdul Rahman focused on re-
Naval District Washington continues annual tradition with tree lighting ceremony By MC1 Pedro A. Rodriguez NDW Public Affairs
viewing and establishing plans for joint trainings and exercises in 2016 and beyond. The event included a luncheon aboard the submarine tender USS Frank Cable (AS 40), and tours of the guided-missile submarine USS Ohio (SSGN 726) and training facilities at Submarine Squadron 15. "We are a young submarine force," Rahman said. "We've learned a lot through these talks and trainings, especially on safety. I think it's wonderful." RMN has two submarines homeported in Sepanggar, Ma-
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Naval District Washington (NDW) held its annual treelighting ceremony at the Washington Navy Yard (WNY), Dec. 4. The ceremony, hosted by the NDW Commandant Rear Adm. Yancy Lindsey, included naval attaches from around the world, local community leaders, and military and civilian employees and their families and friends for an evening of entertainment, food and lighting a Christmas tree nearly
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Hitting home: Domestic terror and military uncertainty
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Usually, during the second or third year of my husband's tour of duty in the Navy, I start waking up at dawn, my mind swirling with questions. What's next? Where will we live? How will we afford it? Will I be able to find work? What about the kids? I wondered if I was having a mid-life crisis, but it turns out that 40 percent of military families feel the same way I do. Military folks are increasingly uncertain about the future, according to Blue Star Families 2015 Survey results released recently. For the 6,291 service members, veterans and family members who took the survey, the top concerns contributing to growing uncertainty and financial insecurity were threats to military pay and benefits, changes to retirement benefits, spouse employment difficulties, post-service transition, and the rise in active-duty and veteran suicides. See www.bluestarfam.org/survey. The comprehensive survey, now in its sixth year, is conducted in collaboration with Syracuse University's Institute for Veterans and Military Families to gain insight into the unique challenges faced by the military community and to make recommendations regarding sustaining our all-volunteer force. Although the results were released on Oct. 28, they seem particularly newsworthy now, in light of the recent uptick in international and, as of last week, domestic terrorist attacks that will require military involvement. A few of the surprising statistics: Although 94 percent of respondents joined the military to serve their country, only half would advise their own children to serve. Since 84 percent of recruits come from military families, there is new concern about adequately sustaining our all-volunteer military. As Michael O'Hanlon, director of foreign policy research at the Brookings Institute said about the survey results, “Even military families are increasingly
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doubting whether they want to wish this same life on their children ... not out of any lack of patriotism or a sense of public service. It’s an awareness of how hard it can be.” See www. brookings.edu/~/media/events/2015/10/29military-families-veterans-lifestyle-survey/20151029_military_families_transcript.pdf Even though 82 percent of respondents said they joined the military for financial security, 65 percent of service persons and their spouses said that they were worried about military pay and compensation. One Army spouse surveyed said, “The contract that my Soldier signed with the government has been turned inside out, leaving us with an uncertain future financially. We can no longer ‘bank’ on the government to take care of their original obligations to all service members and their family members. I personally am so frustrated by all the issues, I am recommending both of my active duty sons finish their contracts and get out of the military.” Military spouse employment continues to be a major concern. Fifty-five percent of spouses are not employed (more than five times the national average), and of those, 58 percent want employment. Seventy-five percent of spouses said military lifestyle had a negative impact on their ability to pursue a career. There is growing worry over unexpected expenses associated military life. One-third of military families said they pay out of pocket housing costs, and 73 percent said there were other unexpected expenses related to military life such as unreimbursed moving costs. "There are a lot of conversations around the dinner table about whether to stay in or get out," Deputy Director of Research and Policy for Blue Star Families Cristin Orr Shiffer said in a
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There are fewer than two weeks remaining to nominate a student for Operation Homefront 2016 Military Child of the Year®, an annual honor that comes with a $10,000 award, a laptop, a tremendous bullet for the college application, and a free trip with a parent or guardian to Washington, D.C., for a special awards gala April 14 with high-ranking military leaders. Operation Homefront, the national nonprofit dedicated to building strong, stable and secure military families, is accepting nominations online at MilitaryChildofTheYear.org through Dec. 11. This award is presented to an out-
standing child from each branch of service – Army, Navy, Air Force, Marine Corps, Coast Guard – and the National Guard. In previous years, recipients have had the honor of meeting the chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff, first lady Michelle Obama, former NFL star and philanthropist Jason Brown, and singer, songwriter and philanthropist Bret Michaels, who were guest speakers for the event awards ceremonies. Anyone can nominate a child ages 8 to 18. Family members, teachers, coaches, counselors, clergy, neighbors and friends are encouraged to nominate outstanding military children. For more information on how to nominate a child in your community or to see photos from past events,
Military Times article. As Shiffer put it, military families are keeping their "eyes on the exits." (See http://www.militarytimes.com/story/military/2015/10/28/survey-military-family-uncertainty-rise/74727290/.) Although 87 percent of veterans felt that military service had prepared them for leadership as civilians, 40 percent rated the transition process as difficult or very difficult, and 47 percent of post 9/11 veterans said they were not able to find jobs in their preferred career fields. Regarding the psychological wellness of post 9/11 veterans, 14 percent "seriously thought about committing suicide during their time in the military (7 percent in the past year). Nearly 27 percent of post-9/11 veterans reported frequent symptoms of stress and 13 percent reported moderately severe or severe symptoms of depression." In a telephone interview, Shiffer told me that, although news of the survey results reached a record number of media outlets this year, more can be done to engage and inform the public. With only 1 percent of the population serving in the military, news is naturally targeted toward media consumers who are primarily civilian. "I don't see [civilians] as disinterested, but rather not understanding military issues," Shiffer said. "Talk to your neighbors. People want to help, but they don't know how – that's where we come in. Blue Star Families exists to connect America to its military." As a 22-year Navy spouse, the survey results really hit home. And now, with the recent news that bloody terrorist massacres are being spawned in our own neighborhoods, civilians also have a reason to lie awake at dawn and wonder what the future holds for our military.
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Dec. 11 is deadline to nominate student for Operation Homefront Military Child of the Year® please log on to MilitaryChildOfTheYear.org. “It’s our honor to celebrate military children through the Military Child of the Year® for the eighth consecutive year,” CEO and President of Operation Homefront John I. Pray, Jr. said. “Whether it’s in schools or honor societies, civic associations and clubs, sports or volunteerism, you never have to look far to find an exemplary military child who thrives in the face of challenges inherent to military life. As we open up the nomination window, please join us in celebrating the resilience, achievement and strength of character embodied by our youngest patriots and ubmit a nomination to recognize them today.” On average, previous recipients
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have had at least one parent deploy for 18 months or longer and have relocated at least five times due to a parent’s military assignments. About Operation Homefront: A national nonprofit, Operation Homefront leads more than 2,500 volunteers committed to building strong, stable and secure military families. Operation Homefront has provided assistance to thousands of military families since its inception in 2002. Recognized for superior performance by leading independent charity watchdog groups, nationally, 92 percent of Operation Homefront’s expenditures go directly to programs that provide support to our military families. For more information, go to www. OperationHomefront.net.
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Photos by Air Force Staff Sgt. Chris Hubenthal American and Japanese veterans pour bourbon whiskey into the hallowed waters of Pearl Harbor as a way to observe and celebrate the continued peace and reconciliation between the two nations during a Blackened Canteen ceremony as part of the Pearl Harbor Day 74th Commemoration Anniversary Nov. 6, at the USS Arizona Memorial in Hawaii.
Dr. Hiroya Sugano, director general of the Zero Fighter Admirers Club, speaks at a Blackened Canteen ceremony as part of the Pearl Harbor Day 74th Commemoration Anniversary Nov. 6, at the USS Arizona Memorial in Hawaii.
The whiskey is really the water of life. For the Japanese, the highest honor is to pour whiskey, American whiskey, as a part of home.” -Chief historian for the USS Arizona Memorial Daniel Martinez
An audience consisting of veterans and spectators from the U.S. and Japan attend a Blackened Canteen ceremony as part of the Pearl Harbor Day 74th Commemoration Anniversary Nov. 6, at the USS Arizona Memorial in Hawaii.
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U.S., JAPANESE WWII VETS HONOR FALLEN WITH BLACKENED CANTEEN SPIRITS By Air Force Staff Sgt. Chris Hubenthal Defense Media Activity - Hawaii News Bureau
■ blackened canteen The canteen used was recovered from a B-29 bomber that was destroyed after colliding with another B-29 bomber over Shizuoka, Japan, in 1945.
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WWII veterans from the U.S. and Japan joined in silent prayer and poured American whiskey, bourbon, into Pearl Harbor's hallowed waters during the Blackened Canteen ceremony in observation of Pearl Harbor Day, Dec. 6. The annual commemoration provided a moment for attendees to observe the continued peace and reconciliation the two nations share and remember those who lost their lives during the Dec. 7, 1941, Pearl Harbor attack and during WWII. The canteen used was recovered from a B-29 bomber that was destroyed after colliding with another B-29 bomber over Shizuoka, Japan, in 1945. Chief historian of the USS Arizona Memorial Daniel Martinez explained the bourbon’s significance as a peace offering. "The whiskey is really the water of life," Martinez said.
"For the Japanese, the highest honor is to pour whiskey, American whiskey, as a part of home. To pour it on the stone that's in Shizuoka and here at the USS Arizona Memorial, as it falls into the water, it's a way of extending the hand of friendship, forgiveness and peace." For the last 20 years, Director General of the Zero Fighter Admirers Club Dr. Hiroya Sugano, has been conducting this act of reconciliation with the National Park Service at the USS Arizona Memorial. WWII veteran and retired Air Force Col. Jack Detour poured an offering to the fallen alongside Japanese veterans. He believes that Sugano's efforts in continuing these ceremonies is a great way to respect those who lost their lives in WWII. "I think it's fantastic," Detour said. "I think that what the gentleman has done to keep this going is great because one of the
main things that they did is they took care of burying our 23 B-29 pilots that crashed in Japan. After the war ... now we have a very close relation with Japan and a friendly relation with them and it's great. Anything I can do to further that relationship with Japan I'll be happy to do." The ceremony is cohosted by the National Park Service and Pacific Aviation Museum Pearl Harbor and is only one event taking place leading up to the 74th anniversary of Pearl Harbor Day to pay tribute to the nation's military while enlightening Americans about veterans and service. For more products from Pearl Harbor Day events, please visit the link below: www.dvidshub.net/feature/ pearlharborremembranceday#.VmExSN-rRE4. For more news from Navy Public Affairs Support Element, visit www.navy.mil/ local/npasehq/.
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NAVY OPSEC: THERE'S AN APP FOR THAT By MC2 David R. Finley Jr.,
U.S. Fleet Cyber Command/U.S. 10th Fleet Public Affairs
FORT GEORGE G. MEADE, MD.
The Navy released its new mobile Operations Security (OPSEC) app designed to make annual training requirements more accessible to Sailors on Dec. 3. The Naval OPSEC Support Team (NOST) from Navy Information Operations Command (NIOC) Norfolk, worked closely with Navy Education and Training Center, Sea Warrior Program and TRACEN Technologies to develop the app. Sailors can complete required training on the OPSEC app, and also access related resources and policies. "Practicing OPSEC and understanding the OPSEC process will facilitate protecting critical information," Director of the NOST Jim Magdalenski said. "If shared or not protected, we leave this information vulnerable to adversary collection and aggregation, which could result in actions taken against us and ultimately result in mission failure or even worse, loss of life." Military family members play an active role in OPSEC and are responsible for protecting
unclassified critical information. "One of the biggest benefits for this particular app is that family members can also access the information and complete the training, if they desire," Magdalenski said. "Family members play a vital role in protecting critical information, and also are the groups most frequently requesting OPSEC training briefs." The app gives Sailors an alternative to completing their required GMT. Upon completing the training, Sailors and Department of the Navy (DON) civilians will be given instruction on how to automatically update their electronic training jackets. Updates occur within two days. "OPSEC officers will have all the appropriate reference material at their fingertips to enhance their ship or shore command programs," Magdalenski said. "The ultimate goal is persistent training and educating for Sailors, civilians and family on OPSEC, ultimately enhancing the readiness of the Navy." The OPSEC app features: ■ Policy and Guidance: Includes Joint, DOD, Navy and Marine Corps Policies; Navy Tactics, Techniques, and Procedures; Marine Corps Warfighting Publication; and hand-
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books. ■ Training Features: Links to three computer-based training modules, as well as information on courses offered by the NOST Norfolk and other OPSEC agencies. This includes Uncle Sam's OPSEC, a 14-section GMT video-based course designed to educate service members and their families on vulnerabilities and risks associated with sharing too much information, particularly on social media sites and via mobile devices. ■ Products: Includes training videos and links on a multitude of OPSEC topics, training briefs, smart cards that provide synthesized information and best practices at a quick glance, and brochures and posters to assist OPSEC program managers. ■ Assessments: Features information and resources to assist OPSEC program managers on how to conduct OPSEC assessments at their command. A step-by-step guide, briefing tools, assessment checklists, sample questionnaires, and instructions are included. ■ Favorites and FAQs: Highlight parts of the app the user finds most valuable. The FAQ module addresses some of the most common and prevalent OPSEC issues affecting DON
Navy Receives Government Agency of the Year Award By MC3 Brandon Martin
By Navy Installations Command Public Affairs
Navy Recruiting Command Public Affairs
WASHINGTON
MILLINGTON, TENN.
The Navy's annual Installation Excellence Award winners were announced by Commander of Navy Installations Command Vice Adm. Dixon Smith. This installation excellence award program recognizes the Navy's top three large and small installations, and rewards installation performance consistent with the command's strategic goals and office of the secretary of defense criteria for the DOD-wide Commander in Chief Installation Excellence Awards. The Navy's top installation winners, 2016 Large Category: ■ 1st Place: Naval Air Station (NAS) Whidbey Island, led by Capt. M. K. Nortier; ■ 2nd Place: NAS Lemoore, led by Capt. M. G. Ashliman; ■ 3rd Place: Naval Submarine Base Kings Bay, led by Capt. J. W. Jenks. 2016 Small Category: ■ 1st Place: NAS Whiting Field, led by Capt. T. Bahlau; ■ 2nd Place: Naval Air Facility El Centro, led by Capt. W. C. Doster; ■ 3rd Place: Naval Support Activity Mechanicsburg, led by Capt. R. Geisler. "Competition this year was extremely keen, as each large and small installation nomination package was impressive and spoke to the myriad of great accomplishments that these installation teams have made. I am proud of their collective accomplishments, outstanding leadership and world class support to the fleet, fighter, and family," Smith said. NAS Whidbey Island will represent the Navy in competition with other military services for the DOD’s commander in chief's annual Award for Installation Excellence, which recognizes outstanding efforts in the operations and maintenance of U.S. military installations. "Congratulations go out to Capt. Nortier and all the men and women of NAS Whidbey Island who worked tirelessly to make this happen," Smith said. Supporting the fleet, fighter and family, Navy Installations Command is comprised of more than 50,000 Sailors and civilian employees located at 70 installations in 11 regions worldwide.
The Navy received the GovernmentAgency of theYearAward at the Society of Hispanic Professional Engineers (SHPE) National Conference in Baltimore, Maryland, on Nov. 15. Commander of Navy Recruiting Command (NRC) Rear Adm. Jeffrey W. Hughes was in attendance to accept the award on behalf of the Navy and addressed the crowd of nearly 1,000 professionals, educators and students. The award is a testament to NRC's endorsement initiatives that create awareness, access, support and development in areas of science, technology, engineering and mathematics (STEM), as well as Hispanic diversity efforts by the Navy. "Today, there are more than 70,000 Hispanic Sailors, officers and Department of the Navy civilians proudly serving in the U.S. Navy at all levels of leadership. A number of them recognized during this convention," Hughes said. "I look forward
personnel today, like spear phishing, social engineering, and computer hacking. NOST, located at NIOC Norfolk, provides command OPSEC program development, awareness resources, assessment assistance, guidance and support training that promotes an understanding of OPSEC among both active-duty and dependent personnel. The NOST supports these programs worldwide through a one-stop website for reach-back support to improve capabilities that strengthen war fighting effectiveness. NIOC Norfolk serves as the Navy's Center of Excellence for Information Operations (IO). NIOC Norfolk advances IO war fighting capabilities for Naval and Joint Forces by providing operationally focused training and planning support; developing doctrine, tactics, techniques, and procedures; advocating requirements in support of future effects-based warfare; and managing functional data for IO. U.S. Fleet Cyber Command serves as the Navy component command to U.S. Strategic Command and U.S. Cyber Command, and the Navy's Service Cryptologic Component commander under the National Security Agency/ Central Security Service. Fleet Cyber Command also reports directly to the chief of naval operations as an echelon II command. U.S. 10th Fleet is the operational arm of Fleet Cyber Command and executes its mission through a task force structure.
to continuing the Navy's valued partnership with SHPE. Let's continue to connect together by providing true guidance, strong mentorship and limitless opportunity to our nation's best and brightest engineering and technical leaders of tomorrow." The SHPE conference is designed to bring professional engineers and students together from across the nation to network and act as role models in the development of Hispanic students who have an interest in STEM-focused career fields. The event provides career, leadership, networking opportunities, technology workshops, and the largest career fair for Hispanics in STEM. The conference also features exciting competitions and specialized programs for Latinas, computer science and technology majors, pre-college students and pre-tenured Hispanic faculty. Civil engineering major at New Mexico Institute of Mining Technology Alicia Nieto believes the conference was very informative and that she was excited to see all of the STEM career options that the Navy has to offer. The SHPE conference routinely supports Navy recruiting efforts by exposing students to the different career paths in the Navy such as medical providers, cryptologic technicians, information systems technicians and engineers. SHPE members are often the recipients of the Navy's top recruiting scholarships including the Nuclear Propulsion Officer Candidate Program and the Civil Engineer Corps Collegiate Program.
RONALD REAGAN COMPLETES 2015 PATROL By MC3 Sara B. Sexton USS Ronald Reagan Public Affairs
YOKOSUKA, JAPAN
The aircraft carrier USS Ronald Reagan (CVN 76) returned to Commander, Fleet Activities Yokosuka, Japan, (CFAY) after completing its 2015 patrol on Dec. 3. Reagan became the Navy’s only forward-deployed aircraft carrier after a hull swap with USS George Washington (CVN 73) in August, and departed CFAY Oct. 15 to conduct exercises to foster security and stability in the Indo-Asia-Pacific and to improve interoperability with her maritime partners. “I’m proud of all the accomplishments that the crew has achieved,” Commanding Officer of Reagan Capt. Chris Bolt said. “After the hull swap, the combined crew worked together and became the best
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crew in the fleet. We set the standards high and we met every goal that we wanted to reach.” Chief of Naval Operations Adm. John Richardson and Master Chief Petty Officer of the Navy Mike Stevens congratulated Reagan’s crew for successfully completing the hull swap prior to its departure from Yokosuka. After it set to sea, Reagan participated in two fleet reviews: the first with the Japan Maritime Self-Defense Force (JMSDF), which included a visit to the ship by Japanese Prime Minister Shinzo Abe and Commander of U.S. 3rd Fleet Vice Adm. Nora Tyson; and the second with the Republic of Korea (ROK) navy. Reagan also participated in a bilateral exercise with the ROK navy where they conducted air defense, surface and anti-submarine warfare drills. Following the Fleet Review, the Ronald Reagan
Carrier Strike Group conducted Annual Exercise 16 with JMSDF, which included a series of training events that covered all warfare areas of air defense, and surface, sub-surface and electronic maneuvering. “The crew has worked tremendously hard this underway, and I’m extremely proud of them,” Command Master Chief of Reagan Jason Haka. “They have set the standard for every other ship in the fleet. They should be proud of the milestones they have achieved this year. We are all looking forward to get home to our friends and families back in Yokosuka and get some well-deserved rest during the holidays.” Reagan and embarked Carrier Air Wing 5, provide a combat-ready force that protects and defends the collective maritime interests of the U.S. and its allies and partners in the Indo-Asia-Pacific region.
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Turkey Day aboard Ronald Reagan
Navy admiral, recruits participate in Thanksgiving Adopt-a-Sailor program
By MCSN Matthew Riggs USS Ronald Reagan Public Affairs
WATERS SOUTH OF JAPAN
Deployments aboard a Navy warship can last for just a few months or almost an entire year. Therefore, Sailors often miss out on holidays and special events while serving their country away from home. However, just because they are out to sea doesn’t mean that they can’t celebrate too. The crew of more than 5,000 embarked Sailors aboard the Navy’s only forward-deployed aircraft carrier USS Ronald Reagan (CVN 76), got together for a special meal to celebrate the traditional November holiday, Thanksgiving. “We have everything a typical Thanksgiving meal would have: turkey, potatoes and pie,â€? Reagan’s Leading Culinary Specialist Senior Chief Culinary Specialist (CS) Kelvin Wiggins said. Wiggins added that Reagan served more than 5,000 pounds of turkey, three whole pigs, 100 hams, 800 pounds of mashed potatoes with an accompanying 400 gallons of gravy, more than 500 pies, and a Thanksgiving-themed 175-pound cake for dessert. In order to prepare for the event, CSs from each of the ship’s ďŹ ve galleys worked together for the momentous task of feeding the crew a holiday meal. “We needed the help of more than 150 CSs to make this work,â€? Culinary Specialist 2nd Class Ralph Calaguas said. “This meal was so big that we had to start preparations more than three days ahead of time to make sure everybody got fed.â€? To make the day even more special, more than 60 members from the ship’s ďŹ rst class petty ofďŹ cers association and chief petty ofďŹ cers association banded together to show their support for the ship’s crew by manning more than 15 serving stations to assist with the meal. “We’re not only serving, but we are also bussing tables, playing music and even working in the scullery for the day,â€? Information Systems Technician 1st Class Monica Bolton said. The event allowed Reagan’s crew the opportunity to interact and enjoy their home away from home with their shipmates. “This is the same holiday that we’d celebrate when we’re back home with our families,â€? Reagan’s Command Master Chief Jason Haka said. “Even though we can’t join them, we’ve got another family. A Ronald Reagan family that we can celebrate the day with. We all work together on the same ship for so long that the Ronald Reagan family is very important to us.â€? Seaman Nicholas Gross believes the event was a huge success and many Sailors gave their thanks for the meal and celebration. “Getting a good meal is important to us,â€? Gross said. “We’re always working hard and running around everyday, so it’s a treat to be able to sit back, relax and have a great meal for the holiday.â€? Reagan and its embarked airwing, Carrier Air Wing 5, provide a combat-ready force that protects and defends the collective maritime interests of the U.S. and its allies and partners in the Indo-Asia-PaciďŹ c region.
Commander of Naval Service Training Command Rear Adm. Stephen C. Evans talks with recruits at the American Legion Post 208 on Nov. 26.
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By Michael MillerSmall ARLINGTON HEIGHTS, ILL.
Commander of Naval Service Training Command (NSTC) Rear Adm. Stephen C. Evans joined 84 recruits from Recruit Training Command (RTC) for Thanksgiving festivities at Arlington Heights American Legion Post 208 on Nov. 26. Known throughout the Chicago, Illinois, area as Adopt-a-Sailor, local communities in Illinois, Wisconsin and Indiana adopt Navy recruits and Sailors for the holidays. The communities provide a Thanksgiving Day meal with all the trimmings and other assorted treats for the Sailors. As part of RTC's annual involvement in the program, the recruits were afforded the opportunity to spend the day off-base with their families or with a local civic organization. - Arlington Heights In Arlington Heights, as the Post Commander Dan recruits stepped down from the Horn bus, they were greeted by Evans and a tunnel of people, including the village of Arlington Heights Mayor Tom Hayes, military veterans, local community members, Navy junior Reserve OfďŹ cers' Training Corps (ROTC) cadets
For the past 16 years, the Arlington Heights Post has hosted recruits, and this is such a fabulous program�
USS George Washington Sailors enjoy Thanksgiving meal at sea By MCSN Shayla D. Hamilton USS George Washington Public Affairs
ATLANTIC OCEAN
More than 2,700 pounds of turkey, 2,000 pounds of ham, 850 pounds of prime rib and an assortment of side dishes, were prepared to accommodate more than 5,000 Sailors from aircraft carrier USS George Washington (CVN 73), Carrier Strike Group (CSG) 9, Destroyer Squadron (DESRON) 23 and Carrier Air Wing (CVW) 2 for a traditional Thanksgiving meal provided by the ship’s Supply department Nov. 21. Washington’s Food Service division spearheaded the event, preparing and serving the meal to Sailors in every shipboard galley. “Planning for Thanksgiving actually started almost seven months ago as we were planning for our load out of all food items
for our Southern Seas deployment,â€? Leading Chief Petty OfďŹ cer for Food Services division Senior Chief Culinary Specialist GarďŹ eld Christie said. “Knowing our schedule would have us out to sea for Thanksgiving, we ordered and loaded all of the necessary food items in advance.â€? Christie added that in addition to regularly scheduled shipboard evolutions, the ship’s galley supervisors held daily meetings two months prior to the event to plan the menu and assign each culinary specialist (CS) a product to prepare for the Thanksgiving meal. Numerous hours leading up to the Thanksgiving meal are expended to bake cakes, pies, dinner rolls, turkeys, hams and countless other foods. “In my opinion, next to the ship’s Reactor department, the Supply department is the
and sea cadets, with a salute and "thank you" for their service. Evans noted that when he checked in as commander of NSTC, one of the more fascinating aspects of his incoming brief was the Adopt-a-Sailor program and the immense level of support provided by the local communities. "I remember thinking that I wanted to see ďŹ rsthand the outstanding support for our Adopta-Sailor program," Evans said. "While it is a remarkable opportunity for me to get out and thank our Sailors for choosing to serve in our Navy, it also gives me a great chance to thank our communities for the exceptional support they give our military men and women. In essence, it is my chance to thank our communities for their service too." "For the past 16 years, the Arlington Heights Post has hosted recruits, and this is such a fabulous program," Post Commander of Arlington Heights American Legion Post 208 Dan Horn said. "We hope this is their next best place to spend the holidays, if it can't be with their families. It's our big event of the year, and we get tremendous support from the
most important department on board,â€? Christie said. “We are responsible for supplying every department and every Sailor with substance ranging from food to fuel. Supply department sets the tone for the crew’s morale each and every day. This begins with the fuel for the Sailor’s body, which is food.â€? A large Thanksgiving Day-themed cake, prepared by the ship’s master bakers, was on the long list of deserts served to the ship’s crew during the Thanksgiving meal. “The Food Service division has been nothing short of being remarkable with the manning shortage we experienced after the unprecedented hull swap between USS Ronald Reagan [RR] and USS George Washington [GW],â€? Christie said. “With a mixture of GW, RR, [temporary assigned duty] and attached air wing CSs, we have become a cohesive team to make every day an enjoyable experience for each and every Sailor when they come down to eat from one of our ďŹ ve galleys. We would not be able to maintain our services if we didn’t have the
community." Among those supporters was Hayes, who is a retired Army lieutenant colonel. Being a West Point graduate, he joked that Army will beat Navy this year in football. "We are very supportive of our veterans in the community and honored to host the men and women from the Navy," Hayes said. "Welcome to our village and thank you for all that you do." The recruits were also joined by Rep. Mark Kirk (R-IL) who welcomed and thanked them for their service along with all the veterans in attendance. Evans and his NSTC staff oversee 98 percent of initial ofďŹ cer and enlisted accessions training for the Navy, as well as the Navy's citizenship development program. NSTC also oversees RTC, the Navy's only boot camp at Naval Station Great Lakes, Illinois; Navy ROTC at more than 160 colleges and universities across the country; OfďŹ cer Training Command in Newport, Rhode Island; and NJROTC and Navy National Defense Cadet Corps citizenship development programs at more than 600 high schools worldwide.
Sailors from every department, temporarily assigned to the Food Service division to assist the CSs with cleaning, serving, food preparation and providing quality customer service to all of our shipmates.� Washington Sailors expressed their gratitude for the ship’s Supply department at the conclusion of the meal. “I can honestly say that was the best meal we’ve had on the ship thus far,� Aviation Boatswain’s Mate (Fuels) Airman Tony McLaurin said. “From the food to the service, everything was a hit. The meal gave me a little taste of home and I’m grateful to serve on a ship that has such a hard-working and driven department, dedicated to the well-being of everyone on board.� Washington is deployed as part of Southern Seas 2015, which seeks to enhance interoperability, increase regional stability and build and maintain relationships with countries throughout the region through joint, multinational and interagency exchanges and cooperation.
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Recruiter represents Navy in Operation Rising Star By Burrell ParmerSmall Navy Recruiting Command
JOINT BASE SAN ANTONIO-FT. SAM HOUSTON, TEXAS
On the heels of Celebrate America’s Military Week, live music hits Military City USA as service members, spouses and civilians are at the Fort Sam Houston Theatre to sing their way to the title of “2015 Operation Rising Star” in the Army’s worldwide competition Nov. 28-Dec. 4. Twelve finalists were chosen from various auditions to compete in the Army Entertainment’s series of four shows designed to showcase their vocal talents. Among them is Navy Counselor 1st Class Steven Powell, a recruiter assigned to Navy Recruiting Station Concord, Navy Recruiting District (NRD) San Francisco, California. Powell said that he had never heard of Operation Rising Star until he was contacted by a fellow veteran overseas. “A friend of mine in Okinawa, Japan, sent me a Facebook message about Operation Rising Star,” Powell said. “He said that I would be a great candidate for the competition. I went on the website and submitted a video audition. So I am here; a very happy guy. Music is my passion and this is a great opportunity to do what I love.” During the first round held Nov. 28, Powell sang “Walking in Memphis” by Marc Cohn. “The first round was very tough. There are a lot of talented people here and you have to be on your A game,” Powell said. “You can never underestimate anybody here. It’s truly about the votes, getting everyone to participate in voting which is what the singers need to help them make it to the final performances.” For the Nov. 30 performance, he sang “Feeling Good” by Michael Bublé, and attributed his successful performances to his team mentor, Sgt. 1st Class Darren McGraw. “The mentorship which my team receives from McGraw is great and we need it all to make it forward,” said Powell. “Just having talent will not get you to the top in this
competition.” According to McGraw, who was the 2012 Operation Rising Star winner, Powell has the highest vote counts in his team and is a natural performer. “When he hits the stage, I don’t even worry,” McGraw said. “When they call his name and he drops that first note, it’s on like a light switch.” Powell joined the Navy in 1984 and became a recruiter in 2000 after serving as an aviation structural mechanic on the P-3 aircraft. “I wanted to see the world and learn how to work on airplanes,” Powell said. “I became a recruiter because I wanted to give back. I wanted to be a mentor and share what I learned to the young men and women coming into the Navy.” Powell said that he first started singing as a child, and as a recruiter with NRD Phoenix, Arizona, he was prompted by a fellow recruiter, Senior Chief Navy Counselor Santiago Briseno, to audition for the national anthem for the NBA’s Phoenix Suns. Powell’s performance at the Phoenix Suns led him to singing the national anthem for the Arizona Diamondbacks, the Arizona Cardinals, the San Francisco 49ers, the Los Angeles Raiders, and many others to include singing God Bless America during game three of the 2014 World Series. In addition to singing the nation anthem, Powell sings gospel and is part of a 17-piece studio big band in Lafayette, California. Music and service runs in Powell’s family. Two of his five children served in the Navy, and one is currently serving on the guidedmissile destroyer USS Gridley (DDG-101), home ported in San Diego, California. Amongst six siblings, five served in the military and his father served in the Army Air Corps during WWII. Powell thanked his leadership at NRD San Francisco for allowing him the opportunity to compete. “They have supported me 100 percent,” Powell said. “They have supported me in every facet. I cannot say enough about NRD San Francisco. They are truly in my corner.” Admission to the shows is free and the
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U.S. Navy photo Twelve finalists were chosen from various auditions world-wide to compete in the Army Entertainment’s series designed to showcase their vocal talents during Operation Rising Star held at the Fort Sam Houston Theatre, Nov. 28-Dec. 4.
Navy Counselor 1st Class Steven Powell, a recruiter assigned to Navy Recruiting Station Concord, Navy Recruiting District (NRD) San Francisco, California, is one of 12 finalists competing in Operation Rising Star held at the Fort Sam Houston Theatre, Nov. 28-Dec. 4.
It makes me feel really good to represent the Navy and to do my best to bring home the title for my service” - Navy Counselor 1st Class Steven Powell U.S. Navy photo
competition finals was scheduled for Nov. 28, Nov. 30 and Dec. 2. Fans from garrisons and installations got an opportunity to view the performances online and vote after each show. All the contestants returned for a concluding show on Dec. 4 to reveal the winner of 2015 Operation Rising Star. The winner of the 2015 Operation Rising Star Finals will receive an all-expense paid trip to record a three-song demo at a location selected by Army Entertainment. The trip for
the winner and a guest will include airfare, lodging and three days of studio time plus $1,000 spending cash. Second and third place winners also receive a cash award. “It makes me feel really good to represent the Navy and to do my best to bring home the title for my service,” Powell said. To view performances visit www.oprisingstar.com. For more information about Operation Rising Star please visit www.oprisingstar.com.
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Enlisted women in submarines rating conversion process cycle 2 NAVADMIN 186/15
On June 22 the Navy announced the selections of the first enlisted female submariners. These selections marked a key milestone in the continued integration of women into the Submarine Force and the Navy is pleased to announce the beginning of the second round of selections of female Sailors for conversion to Submarine Force ratings. This round of conversions will be for the selection of the initial group of Sailors to integrate the next submarine crews in 2017 in Kings Bay, Georgia. The Submarine Force is seeking high caliber female applicants from all ratings. Sailors from all communities are eligible to apply for submarine service as part of this initiative. Per this NAVADMIN, the submarine Enlisted Community Manager (ECM) is accepting conversion applications for ranks E-1 through E-8. All Sailors listed in paragraph five of reference (A) for the first selections are automatically included in this cycles applicant pool unless the Sailor or command desires to remove the package from consideration. Reference (A) discusses how these Sailors can update their application package. Selected chief petty officers (CPO) are expected to report aboard and lead a division with minimal additional technical and leadership training. Applications for E-7 to E-8 will be accepted in the following ratings – Information Systems Technician (IT) (see note 1 below), Logistics Specialist, Culinary Specialist, Yeoman (YN) (see note 2 below), and Independent Duty Corpsman. Note 1: CPO IT conversions must have one or more of the following Navy enlisted classifications: 2780, 2781, or 2791. Note 2: CPO Personnel Specialists are encouraged to apply. Each application will be assessed to ensure the CPO has the experience and expertise to manage and oversee all administrative and personnel actions to support the crew in the role of leading Yeoman on board a submarine. The following submarine ratings are open for conversion (E6 and below): Sonar Technician, Fire Control Technician, Machinists Mate-Weapons, Machinists Mate-Auxiliary, Missile Technician, Information Systems Technician (ITS), Electronics TechnicianNavigation (ET-NAV), Electronics Technician-Communications (ETCOM), Logistics Specialist, Culinary Specialist, and Yeoman. In an effort to identify the most qualified Sailors and to ensure the success of this initiative, Sailors will be selected based on the following attributes: a. Commanding officers (CO) endorsement describing the Sailors sustained superior performance; b. Sea service experience; c. Warfare qualification; and d. Job experience (i.e., assignments that can be related to success in future submarine service). NOTE: Professional apprentice career track Sailors and junior rated Sailors are encouraged to apply, even with limited time in service or at-sea experience, as there is a need for Sailors at all pay grades. In addition to sustained superior performance and future potential of the Sailor, consideration will be given to
current overall manning of the applicants rating and other factors that may affect the command or community's manning. Eligibility and Applications All Sailors, regardless of rating or rank, must meet the following minimum criteria to be eligible for conversion: (1) Must be medically screened and suitable for duty aboard a submarine per reference (B), chapter 15 (to be completed within 30 days following selection). (2) Must be a U.S. citizen already in possession of, or capable of receiving, a secret security clearance. (3) Must meet armed services vocational aptitude battery (ASVAB) requirements for the desired rating(s) as outlined in reference (C). (4) No non-judicial punishments (NJP) or convictions in civilian or military courts for the past 36 months. (5) No marks less than 3.0 on the last five evaluations. (6) No physical fitness assessment (PFA) failures in the last three years. Active-duty and full-time support (FTS) reserve duty Sailors must submit conversion packages directly to the submarine non-nuclear ECM (BUPERS32D) for processing per paragraph 6 below. Each conversion package must include the following: (1) Last five performance evaluations, (Sailors with minimal service may not have five evaluations submit as many as the Sailor has on record); (2) Physical readiness information maintenance system (PRIMS) data covering the last four years of PFA information, if available; (3) ASVAB scores (E6 and below only); (4) Enlisted personnel action request signed by the Sailor and the Sailor’s CO that clearly states the recommended earliest and latest release dates from the current command; (5) Official statement volunteering for submarine service as outlined in reference (D); (6) COs endorsement; and (7) A CPO applicant may submit (optional) a personal statement addressing her motivation for assignment to the Submarine Force. Non-FTS reserve component Sailors will submit packages per reference (E). Applications must be scanned and emailed to the submarine non-nuclear ECM. Email applications to joseph.m.hanley(at)navy. mil, aaron.norton@navy.mil, and gregory.w.mosley@navy.mil. a. An example package is available on the NPC website at: go.usa. gov/3P5YH. b. Applications are due by Dec. 15, and the selection process will begin in January 2016. Application process for E-6 and below (nuclear-trained personnel): The application process for E-6 and below nuclear-trained personnel will be coordinated by the individual Sailors command career counselor at the Nuclear Power Training Units (NPTU). Female junior staff instructors (JSI) or Sailors in initial training at NPTU interested in volunteering for submarine duty should inform their chain of command. As outlined in reference (a), the initial selection of nuclear-trained enlisted women for submarine service will occur in Spring 2016 and will be for assignment to USS Michigan (SSGN 727). The
■ apply now Professional apprentice career track Sailors and junior rated Sailors are encouraged to apply, even with limited time in service or at-sea experience, as there is a need for Sailors at all pay grades.
second round of selections of nucleartrained enlisted women for submarine service will begin in late 2016. Chief of naval operations, Nuclear Propulsion Programs (OPNAV N133), will work with the NPTUs to establish application deadlines that maximize opportunity for selection. The chain of command at NPTU will develop an application package on each submarine volunteer that includes the following: a. Last five performance evaluations (Sailors with minimal service may not have five evaluations – submit as many as the Sailor has on record); b. PRIMS data covering at least the last four years of PFA information, if available; c. Official statement volunteering for submarine service as outlined in reference (D); d. Grades and class rank at Nuclear Field A school, Nuclear Power School, and NPTU; e. Written recommendation and endorsement for the Sailor from the chain of command; f. For JSIs – qualifications obtained at NPTU; and g. The CO of each NPTU will forward this information, along with the two ranked lists (JSI ranking and initial trainee ranking) of applicants, to the nuclear ECM at OPNAV N133 using the following email address: bullnuke@navy.mil. CPO applications requesting conversion to submarines will be reviewed via a selection panel. Following approval, primary and secondary selectees will be notified via naval message. Secondary selectees will be utilized in the event a primary selectee is unable to complete the submarine conversion. E-6 and below applications are scored objectively to select Sailors for conversion into submarine ratings. Following approval, primary and secondary selectees will be notified via naval message. Secondary selectees will be utilized in the event a primary selectee is found ineligible for conversion. This round of selections will apply to the women scheduled to integrate the next submarine crews in 2017. Subsequent NAVADMINs announcing follow-on submarine integrations will be periodically released to commence future application cycles. Opportunities for selection of enlisted women for assignment in submarines will be available at least annually. Reference A is NAVADMIN 142/15, FY16 Enlisted Women in submarines selections. Reference B is Manual of the Medical Department (MANMED), NAVMED P-117. Reference C is MILPERSMAN Article 1306-618, Class A School and Rating Entry Requirements. Reference D is MILPERSMAN Article 1326-402, Qualification for Assignment to Submarine Duty. Reference E is MILPERSMAN Article 1306-021, Navy Enlisted Reserve Component (RC) to Active (AC) Augmentation Program. For questions about the application process or about submarine service, contact the submarine non-nuclear ECM office: Lt. Greg Mosley at (901) 874-2081; Senior Chief Sonar Technician-Submarine Joseph Hanley at (901) 874-4367; Chief Yeoman Aaron Norton at (901) 874-2819. Nuclear-trained Sailors may contact the nuclear ECM office: Lt. Cmdr. Will Wiley at (703) 604-5493; Master Chief Electronics Technician Victor Harris at (703) 604-5492. This message will remain in effect until superseded or canceled, whichever occurs first. Released by Vice Adm. W. F. Moran.
34 feet high. "What a great opportunity for Naval District Washington to join together with Navy leadership, our community, international allies and friends, and their families to celebrate this joyous season," Lindsey said. "Each year we look forward to the Washington Navy Yard tree lighting ceremony to strengthen friendships, enjoy excellent company, and celebrate the good in our world." A yearly NDW tradition is for the foreign naval attaches to participate in the decoration of a smaller tree. Each attache brought a holiday ornament that represented their country and personally placed it on the tree. "This is the first time I've done this, I've heard a lot of great things about the Christmas [tree] lighting here, and I think it's a nice tradition and it's very well organized," said Denmark Attache Jacob Usoee. "Danish Christmas tradition is very much influenced by the Germans where the Christmas tree also came from, so what we put on are birds and hearts and it doesn't necessarily represent specifically Denmark but represents more of the whole European tradition." Kicking off the holiday season with a tree lighting ceremony has been a part of the Washington Navy Yard tradition for more than 30 years. Although there is no specific date etched in history for the first tree lighting ceremony, NDW has used the ceremony not just to celebrate the holidays but also build camaraderie. "I think events like this are important. We need to have a social environment to bring people together and in a holiday spirit outside of the work environment," Lt. Cmdr. Ronel Reyes said. Participants also used the event as an avenue to give to those in need. As always, all attendees were asked to bring an unwrapped gift in support of Toys for Tots. "It was a very good idea to include Toys for Tots," Reyes said. "I think it's an excellent organization and program. The mission they do is important to provide toys for the children in need during the holidays." The Christmas tree will remain a permanent fixture at the WNY throughout the holiday season. For more information about holiday activities within NDW visit http://www.facebook.com/NavDistWash. For more news from Naval District Washington, visit www.navy.mil/local/ndw/.
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guide Navy leaders deploy and execute their mission. The key is trust and confidence, both up, down, and across the chain of command. So, if we're going to have trust and confidence, which is absolutely essential to decentralized command, it stands that we have an agreed upon set of attributes that allow us to achieve behavior consistent with those values. Q: Can you describe each of these attributes? A: Integrity: I see integrity as having two dimensions. One is personal integrity, where each of our core values aligns with honor, courage, and commitment. We also have to extend beyond ourselves and actively strengthen our shipmates' integrity as well. That's the individual dimension. There is an institutional dimension of integrity and our behaviors as an organization need to be consistent with the values that we profess. A: Accountability: One of the things that I truly love about being in the Navy is that we are a mission focused force. We set aggressive goals and stretch goals, and we hold ourselves accountable to achieve those goals. As part of our practice we are going to build in an assessment strategy so we can measure our progress toward our goals. And we have to be our own worst critic and make adjustments as required so that we can achieve those ends that we set about achieving. A: Initiative: This goes toward each of our Sailors, particularly our leaders, exercising their authority to the fullest extent possible. This is absolutely fundamental to being effective in decentralized operations. Furthermore, even down to the most junior Sailor, we've got to recognize that the best idea or the best question might come from the most junior person in the group, so we've got to have a good sense of respect for that, and not let our structure or our seniority get in the way of someone else demonstrating initiative and coming forward with a good idea or a thoughtful question. A: Toughness: This is a fundamental attribute to any military force or any team. Really, it's just our ability to take a hit, recover and keep going. To do this, we have to tap all our sources of strength. Whether that's the strength provided by rigorous training, the strength provided by encouragement from our shipmates and the fighting spirit of our people, the strength provided by our families reaching out to usthere are many many sources of strength and inspiration. In the end we don't give up the ship, and that's a measure of our toughness and resilience. Q: What are the next steps for these core attributes? A: This is just the first of many opportunities that I'm going to take to talk about our core values and these core attributes. I think that they're so fundamental to maintaining trust and confidence, both within the Navy and between the Navy and the American public that we almost can't talk about these too much. I would hope that everyone take the time to appreciate what they are, know them, and then judge their behaviors according to these attributes. How we inculcate these into our formal training pipeline, our career development training, and our leadership development programs remains to be seen. I don't want this to be condensed down to some kind of an acronym or anything like that, because then it becomes a superficial discussion. We need to be thinking about these deeply each and every day. The CNO's full podcast can be found online and on iTunes.
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USO HOSTS 13TH ANNUAL HOLIDAY PARTY By MC3 Lindsey E. Skelton Navy Public Affairs Support Element East
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More than 5,000 service members and their families attended the USO Hampton Roads and Central Virginia (USOHRV) 13th annual holiday party at Rockwell Hall on Joint Expeditionary Base Little Creek-Fort Story (JEBLC-FS) Dec. 5. The free event featured appearances by the USO Show Troupe, who performed holiday classics as well as dance numbers by the Lady Raiders cheerleading squad. “The mission of the USO in Hampton Roads and Central Virginia is to lift the spirits of our service members living and working in our communities,” Director of Marketing for USO at Hampton Roads and Central Virginia Elan Enriquez said. “We do this by operating 11 USO welcome centers on major military installations as well as the area’s three major airports, and also by producing events such as our annual holiday party.” Families also had the chance to win door prizes provided by event sponsors and take photos with Santa. The organization gave away more than 50 toys, including almost two-dozen bikes, Enriquez said. Along with over 300 families who took their photos with Santa, JEBLCFS Commanding Officer Capt. Frank E. Hughlett also had the chance to tell Santa what he wanted for Christmas. “I would like everybody to have a great family Christmas whether they’re home or deployed this year,” Hughlett said. “Reach out and get connected with your loved ones.” The USO strengthens America’s military service members by keeping them connected to family, home, and country, throughout their service to the nation.
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Yorktown Market Day and Toyland Parade Special holiday market featuring an assortment of items: seasonal fruits and vegetables; fresh seafood, eggs, poultry, beef and pork; fine sweets and baked goods including cakes, breads, brownies and cookies; coffee, jams and jellies; homemade relish and spices; organic and gluten free products; holiday wreaths, pines and flowering bulbs; homemade peanut brittle; quality art, and holiday music. Starting at 1 p.m., become a part of our Toyland Parade, jump in with a decorated a stroller or wagon, or even yourself. Santa and Mrs. Claus will be on hand to greet the guests. The Fifes and Drums of York Town will be leading the parade. As an added treat, the Polar Express will be chugging along through Riverwalk Landing. The event takes place Saturday, Dec. 12 from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. For more information call 890-3500.
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Calendar For a complete list of events in Hampton Roads or to submit your own, visit www. agshipnews.com/calendar
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When: Dec. 11, 6 p.m. Where: Virginia Beach Town Center Cost: Free For more information, visit www.vabeachtowncenter.com/events
What a great way to usher in the holiday season and get into the holiday spirit! Town Center will be transformed into an outdoor holiday festival for everyone. It will be the perfect setting to shop, dine, and enjoy a holiday spectacular on these two evenings in December! The centerpiece of Home for the Holidays is a live musical performance on an outdoor stage in the heart of Town Center. Cherished memories of the holiday season are almost always associated with traditional seasonal music. “I’ll be Home for Christmas,â€? “Jingle Bell Rock,â€? “Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer,â€? and of course, the Elvis classic: “Blue Christmas.â€? Enjoy a live big band with vocalists, combined with fresh arrangements of popular songs. This free concert of holiday music produced and performed by local professional musicians, will guarantee two evenings of heart-warming, family-friendly fun. Home for the Holidays has a mission! It’s always difďŹ cult for those serving our country to be separated from families and friends during the holidays. And for many, the cost of a family Christmas adds to the stress of the season. So, Home for the Holidays is teaming up with the USO to help local military families during this special season.
27th Annual Downtown Hampton Lighted Boat Parade
18th Annual Olde Towne Holiday Music Festival
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More than 20 boats are expected to participate in this free nautical light show taking place on the downtown Hampton waterfront. This year, the lighted boat parade will take place on Friday evening, the same weekend as the Hampton Holly Days Parade “Happy Holidays from Crabtown,â€? taking place Saturday, Dec. 12. The parade of illuminated power and sail boats will be visible from anywhere along the Hampton River. However, spectators wanting to hear the narration will want to ďŹ nd a cozy spot near the Hampton Maritime Center. Those who don’t have a boat, but want to join the action, can board the Miss Hampton II tour boat. Spectators interested in riding on the Miss Hampton II are encouraged to make reservations by calling 722-9102. A contribution of an unwrapped toy that will be donated to Toys for Tots is appreciated. The estimated length of the Downtown Hampton Lighted Boat Parade is 30-45 minutes. Free parking is available throughout the downtown area.
Launched in 1998, this festival has become one of Portsmouth’s signature holiday season events. It is a musical tribute to the spirit of the Holiday Season, enlivening the historic High Street corridor with musical performances, children’s activities, re-enactors in period attire and strolling characters.
When: Dec. 12, noon Where: Olde Towne Portsmouth Cost: Free For more information, visit www.portsvaevents.com
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When: Dec. 12, 9 a.m. Where: Ocean View Beach Park, Virginia Beach â– Cost: $30-$40 â– For more information, visit tackysweater5k.mettleevents.com The Tacky Sweater 5K is a festive holiday event that features a 5K run and a 5K walk. Live, Love, & Run Tacky in support of Edmarc Children’s Hospice. Join in on our tacky sweater competition. The Tacky Sweater 5K also features a festive post-race party with live entertainment, ďŹ nisher medals, and more.
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Have a great time in downtown Hampton at the Peninsula’s largest illuminated holiday parade. Don’t miss one of Hampton’s greatest holiday traditions and make sure to come early to get a good spot to see all the fabulous oats, boisterous bands, and marvelous marching groups. The parade route goes from Eaton Street & Settlers Landing Road to Darling Stadium. This year’s theme is Happy Holidays from Crabtown.
Holiday wreaths honor veterans at Hampton National Cemetery U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs HAMPTON
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Volunteers are needed to place holiday wreaths to honor and remember our nation’s veterans at the Hampton National Cemetery, Cemetery Road and Marshall Avenue on Dec. 12, beginning at noon. “These wreath laying ceremonies help us continue the mission of maintaining national cemeteries as national shrines, sacred to the honor and memory of those interred or memorialized here,� Cemetery Director Janice
Hill said. “It is a great way for the community to come together to pay our respects during the holiday season.� The Navy Wives Club, Peninsula-Norfolk 91 and St. Andrew’s Episcopal Church, Newport News are the event organizers, and are calling for local volunteers to help place wreaths on Dec. 12 at noon, as well as recover the wreaths on Jan. 16, beginning at 9 a.m. This is the tenth year of Wreaths Across America, a nationwide program which distributes holiday wreaths as a tribute to veterans laid to rest at VA national cemeteries and
state veterans cemeteries. It is also the 24th year that the Worcester Wreath Company of Harrington, Maine, will take holiday wreaths to Arlington National Cemetery. Through this program, company president Morrill Worcester seeks to recognize veterans, active-duty military and their families. His goal is to remind the public to remember the vterans, honor their service, and teach children the value of freedom. For more information about this event, contact Maribel Beckwith, Navy Wives Club of America: waahampton@gmail.com
HAMPTON HISTORY MUSEUM RECORDS VIETNAM VETS FOR 50TH ANNIVERSARY OF U.S. DEPLOYMENT ON DECEMBER 17 By Ryan Downey Hampton CVB Media Relations
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The museum invites Hampton veterans to add their voices, as well as photographs and other material related to the conict to the museum collection. Prior to the Oral History program, from 6-7 p.m., the public is encouraged to bring in images, documents and items that tell the story of their Vietnam experiences. Starting at 7 p.m., Parker, Carpenter and McMillan will relate their experiences, and then open the oor up to the audience. Army veteran Robert “Bobâ€? Harper will share memories of the conict that ultimately uniďŹ ed the Asian nation, but only after it divided Americans. Harper is a 1969 graduate of the U.S. Military Academy at West Point and of the Army War College in 1988. He had a 26-year career as an infantry ofďŹ cer. He served from 1970-1971 in Vietnam as a member of the 101st Airborne Division. Appearing with Harper on the program will be fellow Army veteran Charles David McMillan and Marine Corps veteran Cpl. Robert E. “Robinâ€? Carpenter, who served with the 5th Marine Division in Vietnam from 1969 to 1970. They were headquartered between the Demilitarized Zone and Da Nang, but they never went to headquarters, Carpenter says – they were on constant combat patrol 24 hours a day, seven days a week, conducting daylight patrols and night ambushes and sleeping in the ďŹ eld every night. The Hampton History Museum is located at 120 Old Hampton Lane in Downtown Hampton. There is plenty of free parking in the garage across the street from the museum. For more information, dial 727-1610. Partially bordered by the Hampton Roads harbor and Chesapeake Bay, Hampton, with the 344,000 square feet Hampton Roads Convention Center, is located in the center of the Hampton Roads metropolitan area. Hampton is the site of America's ďŹ rst continuous English-speaking settlement and is home to such visitor attractions as the Virginia Air & Space Center and Riverside IMAX ÂŽ Theater, Hampton History Museum, harbor tours and cruises, Hampton University Museum, Fort Monroe, award-winning Hampton Coliseum, The American Theatre, among others.
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Six tips for quick and convenient healthy eating during the holidays from a holistic chef By Shelley Alexander
For many people, the holidays involve indulging in buffet tables loaded with lots of fattening, processed foods and sugary sweets. For those of us who strive the rest of the year to eat a healthy diet while leading busy lives, it can be a challenging time. Not only are we busier than ever, we know that all those foods we usually try to avoid are going to give us indigestion, sap our energy, and pile on the pounds. “It really isn’t hard to give yourself, your family and friends the gift of delicious, nutrient-rich meals over the holidays,â€? holistic chef, certiďŹ ed healing foods specialist and author of “Deliciously Holisticâ€? Shelley Alexander said. “Deliciously Holisticâ€? is a new, full-color cookbook featuring more than 154 of her favorite healing foods recipes and 50 pages of holistic lifestyle tips to increase energy and immunity. “Instead of heading to the local supermarket, visit a farmers’ market, where you can buy fresh, local, seasonal and organic produce, along with other nutritious foods created by farmers and local food artisans,â€? Alexander said. “You’ll have a much more enjoyable experience in addition to stocking up on all the ingredients you need to have handy. You can also ďŹ nd excellent choices at natural and health food stores. Nutrient-rich, whole foods that don’t have unnatural ďŹ llers and other additives, including seasonal, organic vegetables and fruits, wild-caught seafood, and pasture-raised, organic chicken and meats that come from well-fed, unadulterated, healthy animals, will completely nourish your body, make you feel better and ramp up your energy. And you’ll ďŹ nd you won’t overeat, so it’s much easier to maintain your weight without counting calories. Alexander offers six tips for quick and convenient healthy eating during the holidays. â– When shopping, check labels and avoid foods with a long list of ingredients. The best whole foods have one or just a few unprocessed or minimally processed, easily recognized ingredients. Among the ingredients to avoid: chemicals, artiďŹ cial sweeteners, high fructose corn syrup, nitrates, MSG, genetically modiďŹ ed ingredients and preservatives (indicated by the initials BHT, BHA, EDTA and THBQ.)
■skip the supermarket Visit a farmers’ market, where you can buy fresh, local, seasonal and organic produce, along with other nutritious foods created by farmers and local food artisans.
â– Set aside a few hours each week to prep foods to eat in the days ahead. Cut up produce and store it in airtight containers. Lightly wash produce before using with natural vegetable wash or use one part white vinegar to three parts water. Make several homemade vinaigrettes or dressings to last all week so you can make leafy greens and vegetable salads in minutes. Clean and marinate enough meat or poultry for dinners over the next few days. â– Start your day with a green smoothie. Cut and freeze organic fresh fruit to use in green smoothies. You can also buy frozen fruit that’s already cut up. Add organic kale or spinach, coconut water, or nut and seed milks, plus natural sweeteners, such as dates or stevia, for an energy-boosting beverage. â– For your holiday dinners, plan on making at least three to four dishes that are both delicious and nutritious. Good examples are pastureraised wild turkey with sage and garlic; baked wild salmon with lemon and herbs, steamed greens, roasted heirloom root vegetables drizzled with balsamic glaze; pureed winter squash soups; and desserts made with seasonal fruits, spices, and healthy sweeteners, like coconut sugar or raw honey. â– Invest in a dehydrator. Dehydrate fruits, vegetables and raw nuts or seeds that have been soaked in unreďŹ ned sea salt water – which removes anti-nutrients, kickstarts the germination process,
and increases key vitamins – and you’ll have plenty of on-the-go snacks with a long shelf life. Dehydrators are convenient and easy to use. Alexander recommends Excalibur. â– Make batches of fermented vegetables twice a month. Alexander recommends eating fermented vegetables every day to keep your digestive system healthy. They’re loaded with probiotics – the good bacteria your intestines need. Mix a variety of organic vegetables such as carrots and celery into a brine with warm ďŹ ltered water; unreďŹ ned sea salt; cultured vegetable starter or liquid whey; and mix with shredded cabbage heads. Pack the mixture into sterilized glass jars and allow the vegetables to ferment for ďŹ ve to seven days. Once done fermenting, store in the refrigerator for up to six months. “Stick to whole, healthy foods this holiday season, and you’ll feel so good, you won’t want to go near the buffet table at your ofďŹ ce party,â€? Alexander said. About Shelley Alexander, CHFS: She has enjoyed a lifelong love of delicious, locally grown, seasonal foods. She received her formal chef’s training at The Los Angeles Culinary Institute. Alexander is a holistic chef, certiďŹ ed healing foods specialist, cookbook author, and owner of the holistic health company, A Harmony Healing, in Los Angeles. For more information please visit: www.aharmonyhealing.com.
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The holidays are all about hearty and delicious meals shared with friends and family. And while those big afternoon and evening meals may get most of the attention, there are many ways to make breakfast more festive without added stress. Whether you’re entertaining a big group of out of town guests, or just feeding the family, give breakfast center stage. Ditch the cold cereal and bland eye openers, and greet everyone with something special in the morning. You can balance out those rich desserts and extra helpings at holiday dinners and start the day off with easy-to-prepare, better for you breakfast choices by following a few simple tips: ■Instead of pork or beef breakfast meats, try healthier meats that are naturally lower in fat, such as chicken. ■Look for ingredients that are lower in fat
and sodium, with no artiďŹ cial ingredients or additives. For example, al fresco all natural’s chicken sausage has 70 percent less fat and 30 percent less sodium than pork sausage, without any gluten, artiďŹ cial ingredients, nitrates, nitrites or MSG. â– For quick meals, opt for products that come pre-cooked, allowing you less time in the kitchen and more valuable time with loved ones during this busy season. â– Save time by assembling the ingredients into a breakfast casserole with eggs, vegetables and chicken sausage the night before, then just pop in the oven in the morning. â– Or, for a simpler breakfast that is big on taste, use naturally-avored, pre-cooked breakfast sausage varieties like: countrystyle, apple maple or wild blueberry. With just a few minutes of browning, they can be served on a sandwich for a quick, portable and healthy breakfast. Try this easy yet elegant recipe for Apple Maple Chicken Sausage Sliders:
Ingredients â– 8 ounce package al fresco Apple Maple Breakfast Chicken Sausage, sliced 1/4 inch thick â– 6 large fresh eggs â– 1/4 cup nonfat milk â– 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper â– 6 whole wheat mini bagels, dinner rolls or biscuits â– 2 ounces low-sodium cheddar cheese, shredded â– 1/2 cup apple jelly or apricot jam â– Cooking spray Directions â– In a small non-stick frying pan, gently brown the chicken sausage. Remove,
cut into 1/4 inch slices and keep warm. â– Crack the eggs in a small bowl. Whisk with milk and black pepper. â– Place a medium skillet prepared with cooking spray over medium heat.
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giftguide ■ give back The holidays are the perfect time to give a charitable gift that could make a profound difference in someone’s life.
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While the latest video game can make a big hit, the most meaningful gifts are often ones that help those in need. The holidays are the perfect time to give a charitable gift that could make a profound difference in someone’s life. Donating your time or money to a charity in honor of a loved one is a great way to reach out and help others this holiday season: Work at a Soup Kitchen Many people have made working at a soup kitchen a holiday tradition. Something as simple as giving the homeless and hungry a hot meal and a full stomach can make a person’s day. Contact your
local soup kitchen to see how you can volunteer. If you don’t have time to help out in person, consider donating nonperishable goods, as many soup kitchens have a food pantry as well. Rescue Gifts You can also help provide essentials for people in need by giving a Rescue Gift in the name of friends and family. Rescue Gifts are charitable gifts that support humanitarian aid work and represent the kinds of emergency relief and services that the International Rescue Committee (IRC) provides to refugees and others uprooted by war and disaster. Rescue Gifts, such as a pair of baby goats, can help put a family in droughtridden Somalia back on the road to re-
covery by helping to start a new herd. The gift of a year of school, can help supply the tuition, books and other materials to send a young Afghan girl to school. Help Children The perfect gift can help brighten up the life of a child in even the most dire situations. There are an estimated 45 million people around the world who have been uprooted from their homes by war, persecution and disaster, many of them children. Sometimes, the need for love and reassurance is just as great as the need for food and shelter. Consider giving the International Rescue Committee’s Teddy Bear and Creativity Kit to a child on behalf of friends or family as a gift this holiday. In crisis zones like Syria, children hold tight to their beloved teddy bears, finding emotional support in a simple toy. A Rescue Gift like the Teddy Bear and Creativity Kit can provide three children with their own teddy bears, as well as a toy and coloring kit that will help them cope with the psychological distress of war and upheaval. "Support from the purchase of Rescue Gifts allows the IRC to address crisis places like Syria, in addition to offering ongoing support and lifesaving care for people around the world affected by catastrophes that have slipped from the headlines," Vice President of External Relations for IRC Nancy Haitch said. While conventional presents are often soon forgotten, a charitable gift can have a lasting effect beyond the holiday season. For more information, visit www. Rescue.org/Gifts.
Holiday tech gift guide for the man in your life StatePoint
Holiday shopping for the special guy in your life can be taxing – especially if you aren’t quite sure where your relationship is going yet! Whether you just started dating, or you’ve been married for years, knowing the rules of gift giving can help ensure you’re giving your gent a great, yet appropriate gift. Here’s a helpful holiday guide to finding the perfect tech gift for your guy – at every stage of a relationship: Newly Dating When you first start dating, you’ll want to get him something nice, but not freak him out by spending too much money. Think about accessorizing his mobile electronics collection while making his life easier with portable power. The Justin Power Case by
Innovative Technology is a lightweight case that protects an iPad while giving it and all your other mobile devices a boost through the case’s universal USB charging port and built-in rechargeable slim-line battery. The Boyfriend Whether he is a bystander, or an adventurer, if your boyfriend likes his music, podcasts or sports stats wherever he is, a Bluetooth enabled water-resistant speaker, such as the Slingshot Speaker from BlueFlame, allows him to bring his music and news in the shower, to the beach, by the pool, or tailgating at his team’s game. Is he an active mobile guy? Consider upgrading his uncomfortable, lower quality earbuds with the Munitio SV Mobile Performance Earphones. Ideal for runners, bikers, snowboarders, or any weekend warrior, these gift-
priced buds also offer an inline mic for calls on-the-go. The Newlywed Want to spoil your husband during your first holiday season as a married couple? For serious audio fans, consider a pair of SVS`s bookshelf speakers, which provide a massive soundstage with refined acoustics so you’ll never need a night out at the movie theater again. The Hubby When the focus has shifted from spoiling your husband to spoiling the kids, look for a gift that benefits the home and prevents the need for that honey-do list. A high-quality silent garage door opener is the perfect home improvement gift for you, him, and for the house. Look for an energyefficient model with safety features that’s also battery backup compatible, such as those from Linear.
■ tech gifts Here’s a helpful holiday guide to finding the perfect tech gift for your guy – at every stage of a relationship.
Empty Nesters If your kids have moved out, now is the time to travel and enjoy the fruits of your labor. Transform your space into a high-tech smart home and give the gift of peace of mind for those times when you’re away. A Control4 home automation system lets you monitor and remotely manage your home’s lighting, climate control and security from the company’s MyHome app on your smartphone or tablet from nearly anywhere in the world. When you are home, enjoy the benefits of an automated system that can control your home theater, music and intercom. This holiday season, give your man a present that not only complements his tastes, but complements your relationship as well.
Stay on top of shopping trends this holiday season
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As the weather outside turns more frightful, consumers and small businesses look to the holiday shopping season to heat things up. Whether you’re a consumer or a small business owner, holiday shopping is always a hot topic. So staying on top of new shopping trends is critical for your bottom line – from finding better deals to understanding what’s popular and why. There’s no time like the holidays to learn more about what to expect this shopping season. A recent survey conducted on behalf of Deluxe Corp., a leading provider of marketing services and business products for small businesses, sheds light on new trends to watch out for this year: Going Local With a whole world of shopping available at consumers’ fingertips and with big-box discount chains a top choice for in-person holiday shopping, the expectation would be that small businesses are suffering. However, for a variety of reasons ranging from great prices to unique merchandise, consumers are not neglecting boutiques and small businesses. In fact, 35 percent of people claim they will prefer to shop at small businesses this year for their holiday shopping, an 8 percent rise from 2012. And a vast majority of respondents agree it’s important to support local businesses. Quick and Convenient Online shopping is gaining in popularity, and with good reason – the expectation of quick and convenient shopping. Search engines remain an important way for consumers to find gifts online. In fact, 57 percent of Hispanic respondents, representing an important growing demographic, plan to use search engines for holiday gift ideas. However, it’s no surprise that half of all respondents say they don’t go past the first two pages of search results. “All the data that we see sends an undeniably clear signal to business owners that they need to be found online,” Vice President of Small Business Engagement for Deluxe Corp. Tim Carroll said. For small businesses looking to drive shoppers to their websites over the holidays, having an effective search engine optimization strategy is an important component of a successful holiday marketing plan. Many small businesses turn to marketing services firms, like Deluxe Corp., to help get them front and center on search engines like Google. Information about these services can be found at www. Deluxe.com. Starting Early Black Friday, the major shopping event that takes place annually on the day after Thanksgiving, continues to be a cultural phenomenon. Worried about crowds? So are lots of other shoppers evidently. Forty-two percent of consumers get holiday shopping done earlier in November, and women are even more likely to be early birds. Holiday Cards Snail mail or email? A majority of people are traditionalists, still preferring to receive a card in the mail. But those who make at least six figures are more likely than others to prefer an online card. By staying on top of the trends, you can shop smarter this season.
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■ green tip – before the freeze Locate the shutoff valve. If pipes burst, water could begin to pour into your house, and time would be critical in preventing damage to walls, floors, or carpet. The most likely locations for the shutoff valve are: ■ Where the water supply enters your home, ■ Near your washing machine’s hookup, ■ Near your water heater.
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TIPS TO MAKE YOUR HOME HOLIDAY-READY FOR GUESTS WITH ASTHMA AND ALLERGIES ■ creating a comfortable holiday home Approaching holiday preparations with allergies in mind can help ensure the season stays comfortable and bright for everyone who visits your home.
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More than 60 million Americans have asthma and allergies, and it's likely some of them will visit your home this holiday season. When triggers can lurk anywhere and everywhere, it's important to take steps to ensure your home will be as comfortable as possible when your loved ones arrive. The Asthma and Allergy Foundation of America's (AAFA) Certification program offers some tips for getting your home holiday-ready and asthma and allergy-friendly: Cleaning to reduce triggers Cleaning is the source and solution for two very common triggers: dust and chemicals. Dust contains dust mite waste which causes many asthma and allergy sufferers to experience symptoms, such as itchy or watery eyes, violent sneezing, coughing or wheezing, severe nasal or sinus congestion, and in severe cases, difficulty breathing. So reducing its presence will make your home more comfortable for your guests with asthma or allergies. Take these steps to reduce the presence of dust in your home:
■ Before the holidays arrive, remove clutter where dust can collect, ■ Vacuum carpets regularly with a vacuum that has a high-efficiency particulate air filter, ■ Wash blankets, bed linens, towels, bath mats and throw rugs in hot water (131 F). Harsh chemicals that are present in many common cleaning products can also cause reactions, so look for allergy-friendly alternatives. AAFA's asthma & allergy friendly certification program tests and identifies products that are more suitable for people with asthma and allergies. Some certified cleaning products include hand dusters like Swiffer's dry and unscented dusters, hardsurface cleaners like Endust Free and hardwood floor cleaners like Bona's free and simple. Improving air quality Research by the Environmental Protection Agency has shown indoor air can actually be more polluted and full of allergens than the air outside your home. Improving the quality of indoor air can help ensure your guests with asthma and allergies are more comfortable when they visit. In addition to cleaning products, a range of household products can help reduce the presence of allergens in the air. Consider placing an air-cleaning device in guest bedrooms. Products like the AeraMax DB5 Baby Air Purifier can remove impurities from the air in rooms up to 200 square feet. For asthma sufferers, a humidifier such as the Dyson Humidifier, can help to control
5 DIY holiday crafts Brandpoint
It's time to deck the halls with tinsel, snowflakes, and of course, a steaming cup of holiday cheer. Get in a festive mood and gather the family to craft unique do it yourself holiday decorations – and make some fun memories together, too. Festive holiday garland What better way to welcome the season than with holiday garland? Drape it over the fireplace or the Christmas tree, or even in the front window for all to see. First, cut small squares, stars or hearts out of red and green tissue paper. Using construction paper, cut out letters from your favorite holiday saying. Place one letter on each shape and attach to twine with clothes pins. Feel free to glam it up with sparkles or glitter, too. This craft is an easy classic and will be a hit for holidays to come. Waste not, want not Make use of old wine bottles to create a joyful decoration that is so easy to make, you'll wonder why you've waited so long to get crafting. Simply remove the labels, spray paint three similar bottles and decorate each with one letter of the word "joy." Keep letters similarly styled
humidity levels. The Dyson Humidifier is the first humidifier to be certified by AAFA. Decorating and redecorating with allergies in mind Whether you're redecorating a guest room in anticipation of holiday guests or decking the halls throughout your house with holiday decor, be cognizant of how decor can affect allergies. If you'll be repainting, opt for a zero volatile organic compound, zero emissions paint like the recently Certified Benjamin Moore Natura Paint. Flooring can also be a source of air pollution. If you'll be recarpeting or changing flooring material, look for allergyfriendly products. As you decorate, be sure to carefully clean and dust any holiday ornaments that have been in storage. If guests suffer from tree or pollen allergies, an artificial tree may be less irritating to them. Just be sure to avoid artificial trees coated with sprayed-on snow. You can reduce mold problems in a live tree by thoroughly wiping the trunk with lukewarm water and diluted bleach, one part bleach to 20 parts water, before you bring the tree inside. It can also help to use a leaf blower on the branches to remove pollen grains. Finally, avoid scented candles and potpourri, which can cause respiratory irritation. Approaching holiday preparations with allergies in mind can help ensure the season stays comfortable and bright for everyone who visits your home. Visit www.aafa.org/certified for more tips and resources.
with stencils from a local craft store. For extra flair, wrap the neck of the bottles with twine and tie together with a hot glue gun. Mason jar snow globe Mason jar snow globes are a quick craft, perfect for passing the time on a billowy winter afternoon. The first step is collecting items for the inside of your globe. If you dare, venture outside and find pine cones. For those wishing to stay warm, a snowman or Christmas tree figurine works just as well. Once you've decided what you'd like to include, glue the items to the inside of the mason jar lid. Next, fill the jar with glitter, water and a few drops of glycerin to allow your snow to fall more naturally. Finish it up by securing the lid shut with a glue gun. It's as simple as that! Candy sleighs A craft fit to please your sweet tooth, candy sleighs are a holiday treat the kids can help create. Have you ever noticed the curve of candy canes mirrors that of Santa's sleigh? For a sweet replica of the big-man's ride, hot glue six to eight candy canes together side-by-side. When finished, add a piece of licorice rope for reins or stock pile with brightly wrapped pieces of candy to mimic presents. A mess-free clean-up Crafting means messy hands, messy counters, messy everything! Why dirty up one more thing, when you can effortlessly turn your faucet on and off without touching it? The Delta Tesla Faucet featuring Touch2O.xt Technology allows you to do just that. The entire faucet acts as a sensor, activating the water flow when you need it. Equipped with a 4-inch sensor, the faucet automatically shuts off within seconds once you remove your hands, keeping your faucet clean and your hands cleaner.
Five tips for making the holidays more affordable
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Getting the perfect gift for everyone on your shopping list doesn’t mean you have to go over budget. With the tips from the shopping experts at Dollar General, you can celebrate the season affordably without sacrificing the merriment. ■ Décor: Whether you’re going for a classic look or a modern feel, you can deck the halls stylishly and on a budget at a discount retailer. Make your exterior inviting with a festive wreath and lights. Decorate your tree with a wide selection of ornaments and ribbons, as well as homemade ornaments. Mini trees, snow globes, and scented candles can also add cheer in every room. Let the fireplace take center stage and make it glow with mantel décor and stockings on those extra-cold evenings. ■ Gifts and stocking stuffers: With a large quantity of people on your shopping list from co-workers to cousins and teachers, save time and money by picking up a simple glass jar and filling it with their favorite candies and treats. You can also dress up the gift with a little ribbon and a $1 ornament. And don’t forget about the stocking stuffers. Dollar General offers a wide range of great options for everyone on your list. For kids, skip the long lines, high prices and crowds at the toy store, and head to a discount retailer for a wide assortment of brand-name, affordable toys, dolls and electronics. ■ Baking: End your holiday meals on a sweet note by baking your own cake and holiday-themed cookies with simple mixes and pre-made frostings. This not only saves money, but also creates an activity the entire family can enjoy together. ■ Hosting a crowd: If you will be hosting house guests for a winter party or for several days, stock up on basic household products before everyone arrives. Save by buying toilet paper, paper towels and cleaning items in bulk online and have them delivered to your home for one less stop during the holidays. ■ Staying healthy: Avoid the physician this holiday by staying well as the colder temperatures arrive. Drinking lots of water and eating healthy fruits and vegetables can help keep you healthy this winter. Also, consider taking a Rexall multivitamin to avoid the sniffles of the season. This holiday season give yourself the gift of money in the bank for the New Year. For more inspiration and coupons for your holidays, visit www.DollarGeneral.com.
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STAMP COLLECTIONS
Heritage UMC Annual Cookie Sale -815 Baker Rd. VB Heritage UMC Annual Cookie Sale 12/12 9-10:30 AM over 30 different varieties of homemade goodies. Call 497-3943 for more information
757-474-1303
$$ CASH 4 BOAT MOTORS $$ we buy 2 or 4 strokes motors no matter the condition: Yamaha, Suzuki, Tohatsu, Honda, Nissan, Call Ralph 7573291380 email: RALPH.AGBAI@GMAIL.COM
Boat Trailers USED TRAILER SALE !!! OVER 100 Avail. For Boats 12'-38' BUDGET BOATS: (757) 543 -7595
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2 Pc. All New Mattress Sets-In Plastic Twin $99, Full $119, Queen $129, King $189 Financing Available. Can Deliver. 757-490-3902.
Excellend Condition, complete king-size 3 pc. set, mattress, box springs, metal & wood headboard & footboard, $450. 757-464-0523.
Brand New Layaway Available
MATTRESS SETS
AT HENLEY FARM Collards, Cabbage, Turnips, Kale, Greens, U Pick, Christmas Trees, Handmade Wreaths. Everyday Til Dark. Call 426-7501. Bok-Choy, Lettuce & More. Also, nice farm-made gift baskets. New Earth Farm, 1885 Indian River Rd., Va. Beach. Mon-Sat. 10-5. 757-536-6102.
Jumbo Pecans, Shelled Pecans, Walnuts, Brazil Nuts, Hanover, Mustard, Turnups, Collards, Kale, Sweet Potatoes, Beasley’s 757-420-0658.
Handicapped Supplies Christmas Special Heartway Mobile
Sheriff’s Deputies Part-Time DCJS Certified Courts Security Health Services Administrator Corrections LPNs Part-Time LPNs Certified Medical Assistant Part-Time Dentist Part-Time Dental Assistant Part-Time CDL Bus Driver
Wheelchairs, Scooters, Lifts for Cars & Vans, Stairlifts/Elevators/Pool Lifts/Ramps.
We Repair Scooters & Wheelchairs, We Are Mobile. Call C Mobiliy 757-650-3999
www.cmobilityonline.com
Lawn & Garden FREE PICK UP of your broken or unwanted lawn equipment. No riding mowers. Call 412-5664.
Machinery Tools GeneratorTroy-Bilt 6000 Watts, 8250 starting Watts. $450. 757-642-5619.
Pets-Dogs,Cats,Other ACA Pug pups for sale, M & F, born Oct. 8th. Asking $800.00. Please call 757.471.1292 before 9 PM. AKC Beagle Pups 3M,2F Rdy x-mas. $300 call/ text for pic/pedigree.757-477-5959 AKC BLACK Toy Poodle Female Pup. Ready Dec.21. $975 CALL/TEXT questions @ 252-331-3289
Aussie Doodles & Labradoodles, shots & clicker training started. Smart. $550. 274-2381. Australian Cattle Dog puppies beautiful reds speckled M/FM Akc reg 434-470-4034
AUSTRALIAN SHEPHERD PUPS-CKC, ASDR
Beautiful Rottweiler/Australian Shepherd Puppies. Striking blue merles available. Dam is AKC reg. Rottie, sire is AKC reg. Australian Shepherd. $300.00 252-297-2028 Champion Line English Springer Spaniel puppies for sale. Ready for Christmas. Liver and Whie. First shots , deworming tails docked and dew claws removed. 3 males remaining Call 7572682041 or sheafive@verizon.net. View at celticgreen.weebly. com
Chihuahua Pups-CKC, 1st shots & worming. 2 litters. Small, $350. Tinies $450-$500. 318-719-0245 (local); 757-961-9201.
Chihuahua Pups-CKC, males/females, all shots, family raised, $300. 757-496-3968. Chihuahua Rat Terrier Mix Pups-7 1/2 wks old, parents on premises. Shots. Vet checked. Puppy Pkg included. $350. 757-567-4030. Chow Pups-For Christmas, ready Dec. 18, 1 red Cock A Poo Poo Pups-Family raised, M/F, shots/wormed, taking dep. ready for Christmas, $500. Call Mon.-Sat. 252-232-0600. Dachshund puppies and 2 older males Akc registered M/1FM HEALTH GUARANTEE 434-470-4034
English Setter- Female, 6 mos old, gundog stock, started, $350. Call after 7 PM, 757-421-4437
General Repairs
Brick Block Work Brick Repairs & Point Up, Walls, Steps, Etc. Semi-Retired Stone Mason, Earl Smith, AKA Stone Smith. Free Est & Great Prices. You Won’t Find A Better Man. 757-270-0578
Hawkins Enterprise, Inc. Specializing in room additions, bathroom & kitchen remodeling. Lic & Ins’d. Free Estimates. 757-466-7272 Oak Grove Remodeling and Repair Performing quality repairs and installation at reasonable rates, no job is too big or small. Veteran own. FREE quote at 757-675-4188
HOME INSULATION THE INSULATION DOCTOR Attic Insulation l Insulation Removal l Crawl Space Insulation l l Insulation Upgrade l
houses, fireplaces, brick pavers. In Business Since 1994. Lic’d. & Ins’d. Call Wes at 757-473-5611.
Concrete/Asphalt 18 Yrs. Concrete Exp.-S & H. All Types of Concrete work. Driveways. We Accept All Major Credit Cards. 652-4050. www.shabazznva.com
CONCRETE SPECIAL: ONLY $5/SF
757-502-0200 (Mention This Ad and Get $100 Off)
House Cleaning Rise & Shine - Christmas Cleanup Special Affordable custom cleaning, residential, commercial. 757-376-5365.
Landscape/Gardening
Complete. 200 sq. ft. minimum. Family Business Since 1960. WHY PAY MORE? Call 757-297-6698
100% Drainage & Yard Cleanup, Shrub &
Electrical Work
Tree Removal, Pruning, Tractor Work & Grading, French Drains, Mulching, 757-282-3823
10% OFF ABSOLUTELY ANY JOB Free Estimates $100 OFF ANY BREAKER BOX COLE ELECTRIC - 498-2653
Lawn Maintenance
Decks & Fencing
CHEAP LEAF & GUTTER CLEAN UP
~ 100% ALL Types Of Fences ~ Fence Installation, Preservation, Repair & Removal. Landscaping. GUARANTEED LOWEST PRICES & WARRANTY. 757-282-3823.
Floors
CALL BRIAN AT 774-TRIM
LAWN SERVICE LEAF AND GENERAL CLEAN-UP 455-9475
(Mention This Ad and Get $25 Off)
(A) FAMILY TRASH MAN NEW FLOORING FAST!! We'll bring samples to your home, measure, and can even install the next day. We are Hampton Roads largest flooring dealer, so you get your floors installed right and at the lowest price guaranteed. CALL 453-8000 for your free quote.
Join us at our Applicant Orientation Session! WHERE Circuit Court 101 Kings Way Hampton 23669 WHEN Thurs., Dec. 10 @ 1:30 PM Tues., Dec. 15 @ 1:30 PM Thurs., Dec. 17 @ 1:30 PM Tues., Dec. 22 @ 1:30 PM Please arrive on time. For additional Application Orientation Sessions, visit: hampton.gov/sheriff Please do not bring cell phones, weapons, contraband or children to this meeting. Equal Opportunity Employer
SPECIALIZING IN CEILINGS Walls, Cracks, Circle Ceilings & All. Free Estimates. Licensed & Insured. 757-695-7755.
Golden Doodles-8 wks., 1st shots & wormed, have both parents, $600. 757-421-7708.
vet checked, 1st shots, de-wormed, health guarantee, doggie door trained, credit cards accepted. $1000. 757-377-7283. gsbt41@yahoo.com
Great Danes-AKC. 2 black females, $950. HAVANESE PUPS Small, non-shed. pets. Call 804-725-6987 $750.00
Make great
Jack Russell pups 3F 2M 1st shot POS beautiful markings $250 each 252-287-9025
Jack Russell Terriers-NKC reg, 1st shots,
Professional Services VirginiaBeachWeddingChapel.com ** MILITARY DISCOUNTS ** 757-495-8003
Roofing-Guttering ROOFING/FLAT RUBBER, HOT TAR, Shingles, Slate, Tile, Chimney Flashing, Siding. Licensed & Insured Call Today! 757-718-1072
Siding Frank’s Siding & Repairs 227-8964 Repairing Siding & Trim. Also Small & Large Jobs. Lic/Ins. LOW PRICES. BBB A+ RATING.
Tree Service 100% ALL TREE & SHRUB REMOVAL
wormed, parents on premises, $400. 757-635-8002
Japanese Chin Cross & Chihuahua Pom Cross-Small stocking stuffers $450-$550. 274-2381
Lab/German Shepherd Mixed Pups-Shots, de-wormed, very loving, $125. 252-792-6211. Lab Pups, AKC, 5 F, chocolate, yellow, 1st shots/ worming, ready 12/18, health guarantee, will hold til Christmas, $500, 252-883-6148
Lab Pups-All colors, AKC, OFA, hunting pedigree, vet ck, shots & wormed. $700. 757-642-0833 Labradoodles, parents reg & on site, shots and wormed, vet ck guarantee, $950.00, 757-620-6026 LABRADOODLES F2 family raised, ready now www. kamgalabradoodles.com 7574508534 Malt-poo/Malt-shi puppies, www.puppykisses.org, Cash/CC Only, $700 & up, 757-650-5155
Mini. Schnauzers All Colors. Super Coats. Year Health Guarantee. www.smithschnauzers.com For More Info 434-349-3854 or 434-770-1464
Pruning, Broken Limbs, Bucket Truck, Overgrowth Removal & Cleanup. Lic & Ins. 757-282-3823.
Miniature Aussies ready for Christmas. Blue & brown eyed black tri 804-725-6987
AFFORDABLE TREE SERVICE-Tree pruning
Mini dachshund 1 male ckc.reg, long hair b.9-42015 black & silver dapple1st&2nd shots wormed $600.00 757-749-9956
& complete tree removal, stump grinding available. Senior Citizen Discount. 757-515-6933. 309-0115.
Bobcat Tree Service. Lic & Ins. Crane Service, Tree & Limb Removal. Stump Grinding. Free Estimates. Firewood For Sale. 757-575-8440.
Pruning. Trimming, Removal. Firewood. Free Estimates. Licensed & Insured. 420-6396
Household, demo inside & out, construction sites, dumpster drop off, backhoe work. We haul it all! 20 yrs exp, lic & ins. 485-1414
Godwin Tree Service-Over 25 YRS Exp. Pro-
ATTICS & GARAGES CLEANED
H AMERICANTREESERVICE.CO H
Contents hauled away, also tree limbs & shrubs. Call 934-2258
Free Stump Grinding With Tree Removal H 100% Price Match Guarantee. 757-587-9568 H
Trimming, total removal (stumps), Lisc./ Insured, Senior/Military Disc. free estimates- 237-1285
In-office, hospital based and after hours clinic (M-F 1:00pm -9:00pm) PA/NPs needed for Orthopaedic Surgery practice in Virginia Beach, Virginia. Candidates with prior Orthopaedic triage experience and/or sports medicine experience strongly desired. Hospital based will include inpatient rounds, E.R. and ospital consults. Must have excellent communication skills and be able to function with limited supervision. We offer a competitive salary & holiday/vacation package with excellent benefits to include 1 week of CME and much more. Please email resumes to hr@atlanticortho.com RN PERSONAL CARE CASE MANAGER Home Care Agency is currently seeking an enthusiastic, self motivated Personal Care Case Manager for a PRN/Part time position. The successful candidate will also possess outstanding organizational and problem solving skills, the ability to manage multiple priorities and confidential information in a professional, time sensitive manner. Superior verbal/written communication and interpersonal skills are required along with the commitment to quality customer service. If you are a proven leader and want to join a team of dedicated professionals Please e-mail your resume in confidence to: admin@ laborofloveva.com or fax your resume to: (757) 6894208 4605 Pembroke Lake Circle, Suite 200 Virginia Beach, VA 23455 We require: Current VA RN License, Minimum of 2 years home care experience and at least one year of supervisory experience. admin@laborofloveva.com or fax your resume to: (757) 689-4208 Tel: 757-689-4205 DRYWALL Commercial Drywall Co. looking for experienced working jobsite foreman for projects in Hampton Roads. Must be able to read blueprints and possess excellent interpersonal skills. Hourly wage plus benefits. Valid driver’s license a must. Spanish language skills a plus. Must pass 5-panel drug-screening. Call 547-3957, or fax resume to 337-0723.
Burial/Cemetery Plot Roosevelt Memorial Park-1101 Campostella Rd. Garden of Disciples, 2 spaces $1900 each. 757-853-7058 or mor.wm1@verizon.net
Va Beach Cemetery Lots 2 plots in Rosewood Memorial Park, Va Beach. Garden of the Last Supper. Lot #293-B, Space GR 1&2. Told by Rosewood current selling for $4200 ea. Will sell both for $4000. Have been in family since 1955, contact Allen 931-722-2240 or allen@asenall.com
For Rent-Chesapeake House Hickory Brick ranch 3BR 2B $1300 AC/ HP New carpet Wa/Dry DishW Selfcle oven No Pets Sec. Dep. Credit Check 252 202 0315
For Rent-Furnished Apts Low Weekly Rates avail starting $199 week. Oceanfront Hotel. 1719 Atlantic Ave. 757-425-5511
For Rent-Norfolk Apts WATERFRONT NEAR NAS Willoughby 570 W. Oceanview Ave. $850 mo Large 2BR/1BA, No Pets, call Tricia 735-2876 Owner/Agent
For Rent-Norfolk House Four bedrooms, 2 1/2 bathrooms, new cabinetry, new stove and new refrigerator on Norchester Avenue off North Military Highway. Asking $1,400. Call Valerie at (718) 399-3320
Norview-948 South Quail St. 2 BR, fenced backyard, $850 mo. $850 dep. 757-295-7143. CDL B with HAZMAT and Tanker Endorsement PetroChem Recovery Services is seeking Vac Truck drivers. Full time position starting at $16/Hr, negotiable based on experience. We offer medical benefits, paid holidays/vacation. Clean driving record required. Monthly drug and alcohol testing. Business hours are M-F, 7am-4pm with expected overtime/ duty opportunities. Must be a team player and be able to work at very quick, but safe pace. Call for interview. Eric Rollins 757-627-8791
CHOOSE CAR SEAT: BY AGE & SIZE
Class A CDL driver wanted. 2 yrs experience and TWIC card preferred. call 757-487-5354 ext.105 or stop in 1032 Cavalier Blvd., Chesapeake for info. DRIVER/INSTALLER for NNEWS VPC Seeks worker w/DL, good driving record, able to use air tools. TWIC. Hrs M-F 7–3:30 + OT, exc. benefits. For info & to apply go to: http://goo.gl/90llen Legal Assistant Legal Assistant needed for Norfolk law firm to work 35 - 40 hours per week. Applicant must be detail-oriented and have strong writing, communication, and computer skills. Civil litigation experience preferred. Duties to include requesting and organizing medical records, drafting and revising letters and pleadings, maintaining files, data entry into task management program, answering phones, copying, and mailing. Exceptional organization skills with calendar and list management are a plus. Must be proficient with Google Apps, document scanning and electronic file management. Email resume, references, and salary requirements to jwarren@warrenplc.com. OPEN INTERVIEWS *NOW HIRING* 12/10/2015; 11:00am-4:00pm; 2156 Wellings Court, VA Beach, VA 23455; Please bring resume; Maintenance; Grounds; Leasing; Customer Service Positions available. 757965-6285
Parents on site. Ready 12/20. 757-635-3964.
Plastering/Drywall
FLOYD'S TREE SERVICE
Moving-Hauling
German Shepherd Pups-AKC papers, M/F. $500. 252-209-7380. mabineburden@yahoo.com
Golden Retriever Pups-English cream, AKC,
FREE INSPECTIONS Cracks In Brick Walls-Holes in steps, brick
German Shepherd Pups-AKC, lg boned, parents on premises, shots & wormed, www.jolindys.com 410-957-1279.
GOLDEN RET PUPS, AKC, parents avail, lt to white, vet ck guarantee, $950.00, 757-620-6026
UNIVERSAL PEST & TERMITE. FREE INSPECTIONS. 757-502-0200
orthopaedic practice l State-of-the-art equipment l Work closely with Orthopaedic Surgeons l Programs include Sports Medicine, Foot/Ankle, Hand and Spine Therapy l Competitive salary & benefits package, including continuing education and licensure stipend Please email letter of interest with resume to beckerd@atlanticortho.com
M, 1 red F, 2 blue males. $500 ea. 757-737-0079
Air Conditioning & Heating
Uncontested. $350 + $88 filing fee. No court appearance required. SE Habla Espanol Hilton Oliver, atty. 757-490-0126
Committed to Excellence!
playful & loving. $700 obo. 757-718-5345.
Free to good home 2 yr old Beagle/Hound mix, spayed. Needs a big yard to run. 520-260-3383
Drywall & Plaster Repairs, Whole House Painting, Commercial & Residential. *757-403-4689*.
HAMPTON SHERIFF’S OFFICE NOW HIRING:
Jobs low as $70/rm, Eliminate popcorn ceiling low as $99/rm. Drywall & Handyman Svcs. 237-1090
DIVORCE
Help Wanted
Free Installation/25% Discount
$14,995; 24x30’ $15,995; w/Slab & Vinyl Siding. Call 465-0115 or 362-1833. dandwgarages.com
**FREE QUOTES WITHIN THE HOUR**
Sport card collections Looking for small or large baseball, football or basketball card collections pre 1979. Call 757-409-2598
Electric Scooter with all accessories. Like New. $900 obo. 757-580-2969.
Suites, Screen Porches. Your Plans or Ours. Quality By Design. Fully Licensed and Insured. 757-482-7824 www.glkirkbuildersinc.com
Attorneys
Diabetic Test Strips Wanted Up to $25 Cash/Box Unexpired/Unopened LOCAL. CALL BETH 757-235-4496
CROMWELL’S PRODUCE Christimas Trees, Handmade Wreaths, Sweet Potatoes, Greens and more. 10-5 Daily. 3116 New Bridge Rd., VB. 757-721-6226.
Painting/Decorating
Pest Control
CARDS, COMICS, RECORDS, TOYS, ETC. BUYING ALL TYPES - CASH PAID TODAY! 636-5466
Collards, Kale, Sweet Potatoes, Eggs,
AA Affordable Painting /Plastering- Paint
Home Improvements
A Removing, Buying BULK contents. complete house contents, attics, garages, barns, storage units, estates, sheds, etc. 652-8282
Good Things To Eat
Garages
HH AFFORDABLE SAME DAY REPAIR HH
$CASH for Unused, Unexpired Diabetic Test Strips$ Call Denise 757-335-1130 Same day pick up
Can deliver. 757-706-3667
D&W Garages - 20x24' $13,495; 24x24'
All Handyman, Int & Ext: Bathrooms, Small Jobs, Remodel. 30 Yrs. Exp. BBB A+ Rating. 430-2612.
l FT position in an outpatient
Physician Assistant/ Nurse Practitioner Multiple positions
40% Military Discount on all other sets!
Additions
H WINTER HEATING SALEH On Gas Furnaces, Gas Packs & Heat Pumps. Clean & Check for $69. Call Comfort Energy Systems 757-335-0290.
Wanted To Buy
Full- $99, Queen- $129, King- $169
Additions, Sunrooms, Mother-In Law
His & Hers Paint/Plaster
6 yds $205, Mulch $25/yd; Compost $30/yd. D. Miller’s, 482-5083
Furniture-Household
Family raised Male and female puppies ready now mixed small breed text 7577762627 ready now first shots and worming already done 200 will make great Christmas gifts. Can hold til Xmas for extra fee.
Licensed and Insured. Free Estimates. 10% Military Discount Call 757-672-6957
Topsoil-Mulch #01A Black Sifted TOPSOIL
$95, Total Gym $95. Free Delivery. 757-237-5757
Beagle-AKC, female, brown, 1st shots, wormed,
Cover Lifters, $179. Call (888) 772 - 7810
PHYSICAL THERAPIST Virginia Beach
Twin diesel, Generator, Heat/AC, Fully equipped for cruise or llve aboard. Just hauled and bottom painted. $28,500 OBO. Come check it out and make me an offer as mobility issues force sale. (757) 464-6198
Fitness Equipment
www.GeneDanielsAuctions.com Spa & Hot Tub Covers - $99 & Up.
Bayliner 1990 32 Bayliner 3288MY.
Treadmill $95; stationary bike $45; elliptical
Reg’d, Shots Up to Date, De-Wormed, Relatives On Site, $150. Health Guar. Terry 252-396-0233 threecreekaussies.com
I BUY COINS
Help Wanted
Jack Frost Firewood 430-2257
Good selection of estate furniture, collectibles, tools, appliances, 10K & 14K gold & diamond jewelry & coins. * $100 Door Prize * Call 424-.2143. Lic & Bonded Auctioneer Va Lic 699
Power Boats/Cruisers
WANTED: Professional Film Cameras
Min Pinschers-Ready now, 3 left, may see par-
Counter Sales Norfolk materials supplier seeks customer oriented individual for its inside sales operation. Duties include: customer sales, routing deliveries, organizing inventory, etc. Knowledge of concrete construction helpful. Some heavy lifting. Health Insurance. Mon.Fri. 7am-4:30pm. Equal Opportunity Employer Email resume to: chuck@whitlockbrothers.com
THE ONES
WHO ACTUALLY DO.
THE NUMBER OF PEOPLE
WHO THINK THEY HAVE THEIR CHILD IN THE RIGHT SEAT.
DATA ENTRY/OFFICE WORK 1.We are looking for a mature, hard- working individual with a good attitude. 2. Self motivated that takes initiative 3. Must be a quick learner and computer literate. 4. Proficient in Microsoft Excel/Word 5.Typing speed needs to be a minimum of 50 WPM Must be able to work well with others. Work five days a week. A weekend day may be included. Send Resume faysha graber 424-543-2561 Receptionist/Reservations (P/T) seeking a motivated, organized individual w/ excellent customer service, computer & communication skills. Duties include receptionist, clerical support and booking reservations. Submit resume & cover letter to goodwine@vshfm.com. No phone calls MASTER AESTHETICIAN Licensed Master Aesthetician, Newport News Plastic Surgery Office, part-time, five years experience required. Forward resume to offeredposition@gmail.com CST-FT/PT Beach Ambulatory Surgery Ctr. Experience Required. Excellent benefits. Fax resume: 496-3137 or email LOBOZEMA@sentara.com
KNOW
FOR SURE IF YOUR CHILD IS IN THE RIGHT CAR SEAT.
ents on premises. $300. 757-686-8756.
Poodles Miniature-AKC reg, M/F, 15 wks., shots/wormed, Healthy & playful, ready to go. $450 Cash. Mon.-Sat. 252-232-0600.
Shih Tzu Pups-2nd shots, wormed, Vet ck. $350. 252-221-8202; 252-312-9580. Weimaraner Puppies for sale, Great Breeding, Sire National field trial Champ, Dame #1, 2 yr old on east coast. asking $1400 only a few left. Call 757-6192323
Westie Pups-Papers, super sweet, smart, non shed, shots, vet ck, 434-349-3328. Yorkies AKC family raised, health guar, shots, vet ck, microchip, parents akc champs 757-677-6769
Exercise Physiologist Virginia Beach/Norfolk FT position in an outpatient PT setting working closely with Orthopaedic surgeons, PTs, and Hand Therapists. Programs include sports medicine, hand and spine therapy, and work conditioning. State of the art equipment and excellent benefits. Please email letter of interest with resume to beckerd@atlanticortho.com
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Lake Station-Investors buy 2 BR condo, 2
If you are sure you want to Rent, this is for you • Just Reduced • Almost 1800 Square Feet • Tons of Storage Space • Easy access to the Interstate hwy. • Huge Walk - In Closets • Available NOW Call Ron Clark @ 754-8498 email 7dayrealtor@gmail.com
blocks from Atlantaic Ocean, only $215,000. Vacation next summer in style. 497-8236. 499-1088. Apollo Realty 1, Inc.
For Sale-Mobile Home 1991 Brookwood Double Wide, 3 BR, 2 BA, roof & HVAC replaced, all appliances included. Reduced to $12,000 as is. 757-839-0806.
Little Creek- 3 BR, 1 BA, can’t be moved, park requires background ck. $3200 obo. 422-0642.
Open House-Va. Beach Open House 10am -12pm Saturday Dec. 12 466 Barcelona Lane, Virginia Beach Va 23452 Enter to win a $100. Target Gift card!
Real Estate Services
Cadillac 2004 XLR Here is a 2 seater roadster Convertible V8 garage kept, low miles, super nice car. Bright blue 22K 39K mis., 757-650-7610
Ford 2000 Mustang 6 cyl, auto, needs exhaust maniford gaskets installed-$1300. 558-1830 Ford 2007 Mustang GT Conv. white w/tan premium pkg. $14,500 call James 757-763-9515
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MASERATI 2007 QUATTROPORTE STUNNING CONDITION, LOW 39K MILES, BLACK PEARL EXTERIOR WITH LIGHT TAN LEATHER AND WOOD INTERIOR, AUTO/MANUAL TRANSMISSION W/SHIFTERS, NAVIGATION, PREMIUM SOUND SYSTEM, POWER EVERYTHING, REAR RECLINING SEATS, NEW TIRES, NEW ROTORS & BRAKE PADS--- JUST SERVICED AND INSPECTED--- CARFAX CERTIFIED---CURRENT VALUE OVER $60,000.--- A STEAL @ $34,890. --TEXT OR CALL ANYTIME @ (757)373-3257 VaDlr
For Rent-Rooms
For Rent-To Share Shore Dr. Furn, walk-in closet, internet, share
House Privileges, W/D, $300 dep., $300 bi-weekly. No Pets. Call 757-839-7771 Ask For Doug.
bath, deck on water. 757-818-4872, $650+ dep.
Aragona-$550. No smoke, drink or pets. Cable $15 mo., laundry $35 mo. 757-270-9973.
Antiques & Classics WHEELCHAIR VANS FOR SALE Used from $12,000. New Honda & Toyota conversions. Door to door vehicle service, service contracts, rentals. Short term buy back program. VA Dealer Call Ken 757-769-8636
Berkley-Lg rm, fully furnished, washer/dryer, kit. priv’s, share BA, freshly painted, new carpet. $175 wk plus $175 dep. TV w/cable, 5 mins. from shipyard, 757-692-4196.
Chesapeake, Nice Room for Rent Central air & heat, cable, $165/wk. 757-409-2343
Deep Creek near busline, 1 Large furnished room, TV, cable, own bath. No alcohol, drugs, smoking or pets. $525 mo. 757-560-9696.
Kempsville-$300 in exchange for house duties, non smoker/drinker. References. 757-227-8046
Kempsville Lake-Share house, private room &
Ford 2008 Mustang Shelby GT500 28,200 Miles. Garage Kept. Excellent Condition. $29,500.00 Neg. Serious Inquires Only. (757) 647-0979
For Rent-Townhomes $1,250 for a wonderful well maintained town home in central location in VA Beach. Close t 64/264. This home offers 3bdrms, 2.5 baths, and balcony off MSTR LR, DR area, & bright eat-in-kit with stainless appliances. Upstairs laundry area w/full W/D. Fenced yard with shed, no pets. Please contact Catrina Watson @ 757-714-6200.
Green Run-3 BR, 1.5 BA, 2 available. $995. 687-5300. Apollo Realty 1, Inc.
For Rent-Va. Beach Apts North Oceana-Fully furnished 1 BR or studio, DISH, heat, porch, W/D. Open 1-5. 406-5941.
Ford 2013 Fusion, excel cond! Very clean. Ford 1970 Mustang convertible $18,000, excellent condition, garage kept for 30 years. Yellow color. Algigi328@gmail.com
MGB 1979 Roadster, restored, orig. parts,
Gray, 22K mis., $15,000. 757-621-6328. Ford 2013 Mustang Premium Coupe 3.7L, 305 Hp., V6, Ruby Red Metallic, Black Leather Interior, Loaded, 21,556 mi., Excellent condition, Well maintained. $17,000. 757-377-9950.
daily driver, Florida car, $5999. 252-455-3208.
Motorcycles 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 , CURRENT BOOK $19,280, A STEAL @ $14,890. CALL OR TEXT @ (757)373-3257 OR CALL (757)8039001 VaDlr
Honda 1999 Accord Needs transmission and alternator. Best offer 757-4821390
Automobiles for Sale Acura 2004 RSX 5Speed Manual,Loaded,Leather,No Issues!New Inspection $4550 Call 757-323-1190.
rm over gar, 1/2 bath, cable, internet access, refrig, $500-$600 mo. Utils included. 757-575-2379
Kempsville-Utils inclu, $550, $250 dep, cable, MUST BE CLEAN, non-smoker, must work. 644-6443
Kempsville-Va Bch. Beautiful rm, kit priv’s, $150 wk, all utils inclu. Nice area. 757-652-2151.
Honda 2002 S2000 Conv Sports Car, loaded, 5 spd, 146K, $8900. 516-375-6169.
Audi 2008 TT Convertible 73k miles, Auto, 250 hp, leather, NAV, loaded. $17,900.00. call 757 4350745
THE PROPERTY SHOPPE (757) 496-1986 Lic’d. Agent plus credit check. Ready Now! 757-337-9696
priv entrance, use of deck, bath, kitchenette, W/D. No smoking or pets. $700 mo.+ utils. 633-2228.
Chatmoss-Move-in for Christmas! Rent to own! 4
Norfolk-Furn’d. Rm. Clean, Quiet, Cable, A/C. $125/wk + Dep. 757-718-0698
Ports. - 1905 High St. Furnished Room, A/C, W/D, cable incl. $530. Must have job. 513-5763.
PORTS.-Furn’d, cable, all utils, 1 blk to bus & store, $525 mo w/$250 dep 757-967-9113 lv msg
Portsmouth - Washer/dryer avail, all utils paid. Kit. privileges, 757-484-9000.
Va. Bch-20 mins from bases, master BR w/bath $500; 1 rm w/shared bath $500. 757-351-5478.
VB - Off Independence, $545 mo. inclu all. Long time renter, no smoke. Ref’s. 757-518-5498 Weekly $199.00 plus tax, No deposit, Daily $39.99 special military rate free wifi, continental breakfast, micro/fridg in all rooms daily room service please. No 30 day limit. Call 757-460-1000 Mention Military Newspapers
Willoughby-On the bch, master BR suite, priv. bath, deck. Furn. Close to I-64, NOB. $600. All utils included. Kit priv’s, washer/dryer. 757-287-4131.
For Rent-To Share Blocks From Beach, 3 BR Condo to share, male w/same, $475/Utils Incl.+Sec. Dep. 425-1731
SAAB 2008 9-5, LOW 89K MILES, SILVER EXT. AYTO TRANS., NAVIGATION, HEATED SEATS, ALL OPTIONS, NEW TIRES & BRAKES, PRICED @ $7890. CALL OR TEXT (757)373-3257 VaDlr
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Lake Smith-Furnished lakefront rm in Va. Bch,
BR ranch on corner lot, $1700. Plan to become a home owner in 2016 by using part of rent to buy. Hurry! 497-8236. 499-1088 Apollo Realty 1, Inc.
Honda 2007 Odyssey LX Excellent condition, New tires, 107K, $7850, call 7573196278/2773642
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2 BR, 2 bath, 6 mo. to 2 yrs lease. Immediate occupancy. $1250 per mo. Wayne (757) 754-4314. Shadowlawn 5 bdrm, 2.5 bath, 2600 sq.ft. 1 block Rudee Inlet, 4 block from beach 252-312-3926 Virginia Beach 3BR,2 full baths,single fam $1350/mo(neg.),all appls incl, military preferred, background check, only seriously interested need apply.email contact info to 20leases15@outlook.com Avail. Now
BENTLEY 2001 ARNAGE - BY ROLLS ROYCE LIMITED EDITION SUPERCAR, RARE, LOW MILES, BLACK PEARL Ext. w/LIGHT TAN & WOOD Int., NEW CONDITION, ROLLS-ROYCE V8 TURBO ENGINE, NAV, ALPINE AUDIO, ALL WOOD STEERING WHEEL, NO ACCIDENTS, ALWAYS GARAGED, Orig. MSRP WAS $231,000 WITH OPTIONS. EXTREME LUXURY, ELEGANCE & PERFORMANCE! CURRENT BOOK VALUE $72,000 PLUS OPTIONS. PRICED AT $47,980. A MUST SEE. Call (757)373-3257 VaDlr
Infiniti 2008 M35, 4 dr., 38K mis., leather seats, very good cond, $19,500. 757-423-3599.
BMW 2008 528i, 6 spd standard, 120K, blue ext, beige leather int, $10,500 obo. Jeff 537-6994
Delray Beach, FL – Berkshire by the Sea timeshare, ocean view, across from beach, ,lg 1BR., RCI, red wk, $3500.757-482-0336, tg.owen@verizon.net.
Chevy 2002 Corvette Garage kept and mint condition with numerous upgrades. Red, removal glass top, and fully loaded with 16k miles. Used for car shows. A must see. $23,000. Call (757)426-2285.
Lake Lawson-Live on the lake on a quiet, dead-
Chrysler LXi 2003 Concorde Luxury package, leather, pwr everything, premium sound sys, tint wds. Well maintained, oil chg every 3k
end street, 2 BR, 1.5 BA, with deck, cedar storage shed, brick duplex, $1195. Avail! Owner/Agent, 497-8236. Apollo Realty 1, Inc. 687-5300.
Dodge 2012 Journey SXT,3.6L V6. New tires & brks. 40K miles. VGC, $14,700 (757)306-0651
Sport Utility Vehicles
Volvo 2010 V70 R gentle used, excellent condition, miles 68K, rare V70R, serviced by dealer. $20,000 call 757-617-5038.
NEED A CAR? ZERO DOWN? BAD CREDIT? CALL 757-717-1715 VA DLR
Mazda 1999 Miata Conv, 135K, 5 spd, new top, a/c & tires, great shape, $3500. 286-3858
Mercury 2008 Grand Marquis LS, excel cond, 120K, all power, $6800. 757-681-0558.
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Ford 2007 Explorer Eddie Bauer XLT Excellent Condition, $7500 OBO, 757-357-3695
VOLVO 2005 S40 GOOD CONDITION, 112,000 MILES, CLEAN CARFAX, RED, AUTO, LEATHER, SUNROOF, NAVIGATION, $4500 757-427-5831
owner, 110K, 5 spd, clean, $2995. 757-558-1830
LEXUS 2006 LS430 “ULTRA LUXURY PACKAGE” WITH ALL OPTIONS PLUS FRIDGE, LOW MILES, BLUE EXT. W/LIGHT TAN-WOOD INT., NAV, HEATED/COOL SEATS, BACK-UP CAMERA, NEW TIRES & BRAKES, JUST SERVICED & INSPECTED, SUPER NICE CONDITION LUXURY SEDAN, RETAIL $21,350. ON SALE @ $16,890. CALL OR TEXT (757)373-3257 OR LANDLINE @ (757)803-9001. VaDlr
Ford 2005 Expedition XLT New tranny and tires. Engine going bad. Oil pressure drops. Glass and body good. $2500 obo. Billy @ 757.434.5538
Volvo 2000 S-80 Excellent condition, white/tan, 190k, garaged, owner senior citizen, just serviced & inspected, $3500, 925-0379
VW 2001 Passat, 4 dr, loaded, sunroof, V-6, 1
PK
For Rent Seasonal/Vacation
For Rent-Waterfront
Honda 2015 CR-V EX-L 2WD only 5400 mi, color Mt. air, garage kept, lots of warranty left - save a bunch at only $26,395. (757)482-2759.
BMW 2001 530i FSBO DK/GN, SP-PK 17in-F\W LE,SR, CLR/CLN TITLE $4488 757-589-6103 BMW 2001 530I GREEN SPORT LEATHER,SR,17IN WHEELS 143K $4488.00
Yamaha 2004 Road Star 1700cc, 26,340 miles. Lots of extras $4500 Call/text 757-943-0332
Ford 1996 Bronco 4WD, 81K original miles, runs great, interior in good condition, needs bodywork. Last year for Broncos, $4000 OBO, 757-663-2570
For Rent-Va.Beach House
Aragona 3bed/1 $1250. $3750. to move in
Harley Davidson 1979 SHOVELHEAD $5900 OBO Retirement Sale + extras rev6-8@hotmail.com
Chevrolet 2008 Equinox Sport E/C Automatic, A/C, Cd, Power Sun Roof, Prem Wheels, OnStar, XM radio, Aux Input, Roof Rack, Heated Seats,Rear Cargo Privacy Shade and Net, Weathertech mats installed since new. New transmission replaced by GM. VA inspection until March 2016. 757-469-8040
bath, $500 mo. + 1/4 utils. Bob, 757-287-4654.
Kempsville-Near Rock Church. Large furnished
Handicapped
Neon 2000 Dodge 182,520 miles. $1200 OBO. Call/Text 7579524621
Cash Paid To You. 285-1234
www.7dayrealtor.com 21ST & ARCTIC - Unfurnished room,
Pleasure Way 2001 Lexor TD Dodge Ram 3500 chassis. 65,500 mi. 19 ft. $16,995 252.619.0169
Mitsubishi 2000 Montero Sport -Gold 4 door, 2WD -New battery and new alternator -Less than 200k miles -Have all previous maintenance records -Going back to school, need to sell Contact Info: 757-639-6042 Name: Sam
Campers/RVs 2008 Pilgram RV, 27’, slide-out, new rubber roof, excel cond, $10,000. Norman 757-348-8100. Forest River 2007 Silverback 35L4QB Sleeps up to 10, 4 slides w awnings, bunkhouse, washer/dryer (a must have), ceiling fan, surround sound, whole house vacuum, new tires. 5th wheel hitch for 01 F250 addtl $400. Beautiful RV, must sell $21,000. Call 757-406-3902
NISSAN 2006 MURANO-SL 116K Superb, White/ Tan Int. & Chrome Wheels. Many new items! $8990 Leaving Country 757-572-8933
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.
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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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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.
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