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Petty Officer Mark A. Mayo awarded Navy and Marine Corps Medal For heroism while serving at Naval Station Norfolk Security Detachment, Norfolk, Virginia on 24 March 2014. While performing his duties as Chief of the Guard, Petty Officer Mayo was alerted to a suspicious individual walking towards USS MAHAN (DDG 72) on Pier 1, Naval Station Norfolk. Petty Officer Mayo pursued the individual up the brow of the ship while both he and the Quarterdeck watch-standers directed the individual to stop and provide identification. Failing to comply, the individual approached the Quarterdeck, attacked and disarmed the Petty Officer of the Watch. After boarding the ship, Petty Officer Mayo realized that the Petty Officer of the Watch no longer had control of her weapon. With complete and total disregard for his own personal safety, Petty Officer Mayo immediately placed himself between the Petty Officer of the Watch and the assailant. While fearlessly engaging the assailant and shielding the Petty Officer of the Watch, Petty Officer Mayo was fatally wounded. His exceptionally brave actions saved the lives of four watch-standers and ensured the safety of the entire crew of USS MAHAN (DDG 72). By his courageous and prompt actions in the face of great personal risk, Petty Officer Mayo prevented the loss of lives, thereby reflecting great credit upon himself and upholding the highest traditions of the United States Naval Service. For the President, Admiral Jonathan W. Greenert
Steve Earley | The Virginian-Pilot Family members release doves during the burial of her son, Petty Officer 2nd Class Mark Mayo, in Arlington, Va., April 25.
Steve Earley | The Virginian-Pilot Vice Adm. William F. Moran presents the flag to Sharon Blair during the burial of her son, Petty Officer 2nd Class Mark Mayo, in Arlington, Va., April 25.
CITY OF NORFOLK RECOGNIZES NAVAL SPECIAL WARFARE ■ yearlong effort The dedication ceremony was the culmination of a nearly year-long effort on the part of the City of Norfolk and the Fleet Reserve Association. The Fleet Reserve Association is a non-profit organization that represents the interests of the Sea Service community before the U.S. Congress.
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The city of Norfolk honored SEALs (Sea, Air and Land) and SWCC (Special Warfare Combatant Craft) personnel attached to Naval Special Warfare (NSW) who have made the ultimate sacrifice with a memorial plaque dedication, April 23. The plaque is located in the Wisconsin Square, a memorial park in the shadow of the decommissioned U.S.S. Wisconsin (BB 64). The park contains plaques commemorating Navy ships and other commands who have suffered an event that resulted in a significant loss of life since World War II. Paul D. Fraim, the mayor of Norfolk, was joined by Rear Adm. Brian L. Losey, Commander, Naval Special Warfare Command (WARCOM), NSW service members and members of veterans’ groups such as the Veterans of Foreign Wars, American Legion, and Fleet Reserve Association on the waterfront for the short dedication ceremony. “We thought it would be more than appropriate, in fact, it’s long overdue, to have a plaque that commemorates the SEAL and SWCC communities here,” said Mayor Fraim. “Norfolk has a reputation of being
a Navy town. We are absolutely honored in that regard.” Following a reading of the names of and bell tolling for NSW fallen, Rear Adm. Losey briefly addressed the attendees. “Naval Special Warfare is a part of Norfolk and Norfolk is a part of Naval Special Warfare,” said Losey. “The names that were read off today are our friends. They’re part of our family. Their families are still part of NSW and would be deeply honored to know that you took time to recognize them.”
MC1 Les Long A plaque honoring Naval Special Warfare personnel who have made the ultimate sacrifice is dedication at the National Maritime Center.
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They took their seats on chairs draped in velvet that matched the lush green grass, arms around each other, tired. A short distance away, among the headstones, seven uniformed men lifted their rifles, marking the start of the solemn burial at Arlington National Cemetery, April 25. Sailors in Dress Blue uniforms pulled the flag-draped casket out of the hearse. In synchronized steps, they carried it to a platform a few feet away from the parents and family of Petty Officer 2nd Class Mark Mayo.
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Chief of Naval Personnel (CNP) Vice Adm. Bill Moran and Fleet Master Chief (AW/SW) April Beldo visited and spoke with Sailors during a visit to Hampton Roads, April 23 - 24. They took time to answer questions from Sailors during an all-hands call onboard USS Fort McHenry (LSD 43) at Naval Station Norfolk.
As part of the discussion, Moran spoke about McHenry’s upcoming homeport shift to Mayport, Fla., efforts to stabilize manning across the force and the importance of rewarding sea duty. His emphasis centered on giving Sailors more predictability with regard to advancements since the Navy has spent the past 10 years optimizing fleet manning.
FORT WORTH NAVY WEEK Sailors from USS Dallas, USS Fort Worth and USSTexas traveled toTexas to participate in the 2014 Dallas-Fort Worth Navy Week.
Now, leaders are shifting focus to provide the right incentives to sustain a properly balanced force. For example, he explained the number of over-manned and undermanned ratings today, compared to three to five years ago, have been cut in half.
INTERNATIONAL TATTOO U.S. Fleet Forces Band, along with other U.S. service members and seven countries participated in the 18th annual Virginia InternationalTattoo.
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HAMPTON ROADSAREA NAVY INSTALLATIONS ARE GETTING READY FOR THE 2014 HURRICANE SEASON. USFF and CNIC are conducting the hurricane preparedness exercise, HURREX, May 5-15.
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A new mobile app is now available and it allows users to browse through over 200 years of naval history. Please join us at the Hampton Roads Naval Museum on Friday, May 2 as we celebrate the release of this exciting new app. The Hampton Roads Naval Historical Foundation partnered with iTour Mobile to share the collection of the Hampton Roads Naval Museum with the world. The free app provides visitors with more historical content on artifacts, links guests to a calendar of future family friendly events, makes it easy for guests to follow the museum Blog
and offers links to the Hampton Roads Naval Museum’s social media outlets. It’s never been easier to keep up with free museum events and carry over 200 years of naval history in your pocket. ”It is our museum’s mission to share the Navy’s history and heritage with Sailors and civilians alike. Now with this new HRNM app we can enhance the visitor’s experience at the museum but also reach individuals all over the world and share our collection. Many of our artifacts are unique to the Hampton Roads Naval Museum and cannot be seen anywhere else in the world. We are thrilled to be able to offer this free app.” stated Elizabeth Poulliot, Director of the Hampton Roads Naval Museum.
HAMPTON ROADS NAVY INSTALLATIONS PREPARE FOR 2014 HURRICANE SEASON U.S. Fleet Forces Command (USFF), headquartered in Norfolk, and Washington D.C.-based Commander Navy Installations Command (CNIC) will be conducting the hurricane preparedness exercise, HURREX/Citadel Gale 14, May 5 - 15. The purpose of the annual exercise is to prepare the Navy to respond to weather threats to U.S. coastal regions, and to
maintain the ability to deploy forces even under the most adverse weather conditions. HURREX/Citadel Gale 14 will involve a simulated storm system developing and intensifying to hurricane strength, threatening the East Coast. All Navy commands
with personnel in this region will participate, to include reviewing and exercising heavy weather instructions and procedures and accounting for Sailors and Navy families in the affected regions through the Navy Family Accountability and Assessment System (NFAAS).
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CNP: SEA DUTY TO BRING MORE MONEY AND OPPORTUNITY FOR SAILORS The Chief of Naval Personnel (CNP) and Fleet Master Chief April Beldo, Moran’s senior enlisted advisor, addressed Sailors and answered questions at the Association of the United States Navy’s 1st Annual Career Development Symposium (AUSN), April 23 in Norfolk. See the full story at http://tinyurl.com/mlkjo8g.
BONHOMME RICHARD OFFLOADS 31ST MARINE EXPEDITIONARY UNIT The forward-deployed amphibious assault ship USS Bonhomme Richard (LHD 6) offloaded Marines from the 31st Marine Expeditionary Unit (MEU) after conducting joint-force operations in the U.S. 7th Fleet area of responsibility, April 24. During the patrol, Bonhomme Richard and the 31st MEU participated in Exercise Ssang Yong 2014 with their counterparts from the Republic of Korea (ROK). See the full story at http://tinyurl.com/me9au76. .
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Wounded Warriors cycle from NAVSTA Norfolk to JEBLCFS By MC1 Molly A. Burgess
online To see more photos from the event, visit NORFOLK Twenty-nine Wounded flagshipnews.com. Warriors joined together at Naval Station (NAVSTA) Norfolk to take part in The NAVSTA Norfolk and finWarrior Ride’s adaptive cy- ished at Joint Expeditionary cling event, April 24. Base Little Creek (JEBLCFS), The Warrior Ride, a non- many of whom road specially profit organization, conducts designed bicycles and three the annual event to offer a bi- wheel recumbent bikes. cycling experience for combat As the riders prepared their wounded service members bicycles for the course, they and to provide recreation and were visited by NAVSTA rehabilitation to the riders. Norfolk Commanding OfWounded Warriors who ficer Capt. Robert E. Clark, took part in the event, biked who met with each of the the course that began onboard Wounded Warriors to thank The Flagship Military Editor
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NSA HR, NW ANNEX CELEBRATES ARBOR DAY By YN1(SW) Darlissa Robinson Naval Support Activity, Hampton Roads
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Naval Support Activity, Hampton Roads, Northwest Annex (NWA) celebrated Arbor Day during a tree planting event, April 24. During the event, Naval Facilities environmental officer Michael Wright along with Scott Bachman, senior area forester from the Virginia Department of Forestry led the Arbor Day event with a planting of a live Oak in front of the on-base Child Development Center (CDC). Staff and children from the CDC participated in the planting and learned about the history of Arbor Day and how plants support the ecosystem and all living things. “Our environmental program here at NWA is top-notch,” said Lt. Cmdr.
rehabilitation to the riders. Secondary to this mission is to provide awareness to the community, to allow them to see the actual physical costs of war to our military, and to allow citizens an opportunity
to say “Thank you.” The rides are coordinated by Bob Racine, The Warrior Ride founder and president. Racine conducted his first adaptive bicycling event in 2005 and saw how it pre-
sented itself as a tool for recreation and rehabilitation for Wounded Warriors. He is a three-tour Vietnam veteran and understands the sacrifices made every day by our service men and woman.
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Lawrence Mclin, officer in charge of NWA. “We, as a base, strive to promote a clean, energy efficient installation and being recognized as a 2014 Tree City USA for the 12th consecutive year, further enforces our goals to continue to give back to our environment and educate our youth.” For more than a decade, NWA has been recognized by the foundation for the development and support of its urban forestry program, an initiative that continues to pay dividends to the environment and the Sailors who work and live in it. Arbor Day was first proposed in 1872 by J. Sterling Morton, who thought his home state of Nebraska was too barren of trees. He suggested Arbor Day be a tree planting holiday during which rewards were offered to counties and individuals for planting the largest number of trees.
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IKE HOSTS 5K TO RAISE FUNDS FOR NMCRS
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Current and former USS Dwight D. Eisenhower (CVN 69) (Ike) Sailors, family members and friends gathered for the second annual Ike Heritage 5K race at SEAL Park onboard Joint Expeditionary Base Little Creek-Fort Story (JEBLC-FS), April 26. More than 700 participants ran the 3.1-mile course, which snaked throughout the base and went past Navy SEAL facilities, piers and a golf course. Aviation Electronics Technician 2nd Class Scott Cross, the Ike Heritage 5K Committee coordinator, said the event organizers put plenty of careful coordinated, behind-the-scenes work into planning the race. “This has been eight months in the making,” Cross said. “About 200 people from all over Ike spent countless hours outside of work to pull this off.” The race served as a fundraiser for the Navy-Marine Corps Relief Society (NMCRS), with proceeds from registration fees and merchandise sales donated to the charity. “As a command, Eisenhower uses a whole lot of facilities and money from this organization,” said Capt. Stephen T. Koehler, Ike’s commanding officer. “I think it’s awesome that we’ve raised more than $8,000 for the Navy-Marine Corps Relief Society.” Aside from raising money for NMCRS, Navy Exchange Service Command Master Chief Gregg Snaza, a former Ike command master chief, said the race also went a long way toward building camaraderie and command pride. “This event is superb because it brings together past and present crew members,” Snaza said. “Events like this call us together for all the right reasons, and I see this growing in the coming years.” Shortly after Gunner’s Mate 2nd Class Chris Devereaux broke the tape and finished overall first place, planning began for the next command-wide 5K. “The next race will be in October to celebrate the ship’s commissioning birthday,” said Master Chief Avionics Technician Douglas Dickinson, the command’s Aircraft Intermediate Maintenance department maintenance master chief and head of the Ike Heritage 5K Committee. “We are planning to make this next one even bigger and better.” Dwight D. Eisenhower is currently undergoing a docking planned incremental availability at Norfolk Naval Shipyard.
-Navy Exchange Service Command Master Chief and former Ike Sailor Gregg Snaza
MC1 Sean Stafford The best-dressed team crosses the finishing line at the second annual Ike Heritage 5K Run. The USS Dwight D. Eisenhower (CVN 69) Heritage Committee sponsored the event, which was held at SEAL Park aboard Joint Expeditionary Base-Little Creek.
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Norfolk Ship Support Activity streamlines hiring process By Douglas Denzine Norfolk Ship Support Activity Public Affairs
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Norfolk Ship Support Activity (NSSA) completed the development of a Lean Six Sigma process map aimed at streamlining its hiring process, at the Office of Civilian Human Resources (OCHR) Training Center, April 16. NSSA has only been hiring at a rate that keeps up with attrition but needs to meet the growing demands of the fleet. “When we don’t have enough people it hinders our mission,” said NSSA Corporate Operations Deputy Rhonda Hart. “This is vital to our organization. We have been working with the maintenance community Fleet N43 and N1, who is responsible for the billets for all of the Fleet commands, to drill down into our hiring needs and process to make it more efficient.” During the three-day event members from Fleet Forces, Fleet Human Resources Office (HRO), and OCHR, Nor-
folk, were in attendance to lend their expertise and to share lessons learned to help establish a clearly defined hiring process for NSSA to implement. “One of our areas of focus is on classification,” said NSSA Executive Director Dennis Bevington. “We have to classify Position Descriptions (PDs) before we can recruit candidates for the position we need to fill. This can take a while since some of the PDs may be 15 or 20 years old and require a lot of detail and updating.” The other area NSSA is concentrating on is the hiring process itself. Once it is decided a position is needed, or that a billet has been issued to the command, there are several action items that need to take place just to get the job announcement out to the public. “Our onboarding process has actually proven to work really well, but we have new players in the game, the maintenance community has restructured, and the rules have changed, so we are all still trying to get our feet underneath us
and adjust to those changes,” said Hart. NSSA’s goal is to have 1,379 billets (positions) filled. This target number is what will ensure NSSA can meet their requirements and all of the Fleet’s maintenance and modernization needs of the ships in their area of responsibility. “One great thing is Fleet HRO and NSSA have been meeting every two weeks to move things along. We have already seen progress and good results from that. By simply mapping out our process, we have noticed that every little bit we can trim will help us drive our time line better,” said Hart. “The Lean event was completed successfully and the ground work has been laid to explore areas where we can improve efficiency and timely completion of hiring process steps. There will be more to follow as we engage Fleet leadership,” said Bevington. NSSA hopes to put in effect the agreed upon process improvements from the Lean event by May 1.
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NMCP recognizes Sexual Assault Awareness Month By Deborah R. Kallgren NMCP Public Affairs
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Naval Medical Center Portsmouth is recognizing the month of April as Sexual Assault Awareness Month (SAAM) with several activities as well as setting the bar in Navy Medicine for sexual assault forensic examination. SinceAugust 2011, Michelle Ortiz has led NMCP in her role as forensic nurse examiner, and is the only nurse in the Department of Defense with the credentials of board-certified advanced forensic nurse. Not only does she collect evidence and testify in court, but she also trains others to become examiners. “I’ve trained more than 300 in DOD,” she said. “We are creating excellent examiners.” And the Navy is serious about eliminating sexual assault – from educating Sailors, encouraging those who have experienced sexual assault to come forward and caring for their medical needs, to ensuring perpetrators are brought to justice. Ortiz has a hand in each, but says, in her heart, she is a nurse. “I am first and foremost a nurse. I am not law enforcement. However, we work closely with law enforcement when patients pursue justice,” she said. Her team springs into action when someone who’s experienced a sexual assault reports to the NMCP Emergency Room. NMCP has nine examiners: two nurse practitioners, one physician assistant and six registered nurses. There are also more than a dozen corpsmen who assist. “We are one of the few com-
mands that include enlisted into the exam process,” Ortiz explained. “We recognize the value they bring to the table. They can assist with evidence inventory, note taking, equipment and supply.” With this year’s theme, “Live Our Values: Step Up to Stop Sexual Assault,” about 100 staff from NMCP stepped up to “Walk a Lap in Their Shoes” on April 3. Men wore heels and women wore men’s shoes while walking around the base to symbolically empathize with the opposite gender. “Men and women sometimes don’t understand how tough it can be to walk in another person’s shoes,” said Operations Specialist 2nd Class Kimberly Cruz-Medina, a command Sexual Assault Prevention and Response (SAPR) advocate. “Events like this help spread awareness and show that it’s not all it’s cracked up to be.” The following week, staff participated in a 5K run/walk around the base to bring awareness to SAAM. Ortiz said the heightened awareness may help those who have experience sexual assault, gain the courage to ask for help. “I am humbled by the fact that they are coming forward and they are seeking care,” Ortiz said. “It means they trust us,” pointing out that there are barriers yet to overcome. “People are still defining what sexual assault is.” She noted that sometimes background, culture and religion can play a role in whether an individual defines an action as sexual assault. Either way, she said, everyone is treated equally when undergoing a forensic exam. “Our team is unbiased; we
NAVSTA Norfolk’s Line of Courage T-shirts are displayed in a clothesline fashion along Gilbert St. on Naval Station (NAVSTA) Norfolk. This is the “SAPR Line of Courage” which represents 196 sexual assault cases that were managed on NAVSTA Norfolk in 2013.
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are an advocate for justice. We treat suspects with the same care and concern as we do our victims,” because, Ortiz said, “it’s the right thing to do.” Ortiz referenced NMCP’s “Real Talk, No Rank” sessions for military and civilians. Started in 2013, it was initially aimed at women sharing their experiences about difficult issues and offering advice to one another as equals, without regard for rank. Sessions for men were added so they could have the opportunity to share and offer support and advice. In the meantime, Ortiz works tirelessly to train more
sexual assault nurse examiners. “We work hard to get them ready for court. It takes about five examinations per gender to get comfortable: the first, they watch, learn and listen; the second and third, they interview or examine; the fourth, they interview and examine (with an assistant to prompt); and the fifth, they do everything with an observer present,” Ortiz said.
The Portsmouth program values its assistants as much as its examiners. “An assistant from Portsmouth can be invaluable to help guide the novice examiner in the field,” Ortiz said. “It’s also a huge retention and Navy pride issue for them. They enjoy this work and they are good at it.” And the nurses and assistants take their training and ex-
pertise to their next commands. “SANE-A’s now stationed at [Naval Health Clinic] Beaufort, [U.S. Naval Hospital] Guantanamo Bay, [U.S. Naval Hospital] Sigonella, [Naval Hospital] Bremerton and [Naval Hospital] Camp Pendleton started from ‘ground zero’ here in Portsmouth. They are now all experts at sexual assault forensic exam,” Ortiz added.
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Spartyka Nation hosts Wounded Warrior Softball Classic By AO3 Rosana Cruz Martínez Commander, Naval Air Forces Atlantic Public Affairs
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Spartyka Nation hosted the Wounded Warrior Amputee Softball Team (WWAST), April 26, for the 2nd Annual Spartyka Wounded Warrior Softball Classic at Harbor Park in Norfolk, Va. The Wounded Warriors played two consecutive games, on the home field of the Norfolk Tides, the AAA affiliates for the Baltimore Orioles, squaring off against the Atlantic Diving Supply (ADS) team and the Old Dominion University/ Norfolk State University Reserve Officer Training Corps (ROTC). While the Wounded Warriors split the double header, the games were more about raising awareness than the final score. “It’s important to raise awareness for these wounded veterans and the daily struggle they must still go through as they transition into life after the military,” said Chief Boatswain’s Mate Jimi Partyka, founder of Spartyka Nation. WWAST is a team of young, competitive, athletic veterans and active duty members who have lost limbs while serving their country’s Armed Forces. Their mission is to raise awareness of the sacrifices and resilience of our country’s military. “Playing softball with other former military members gives you the feeling that you are still in the service, but we are serving in a different way,” said Nick Clark, a U.S. Army veteran and member of Wounded Warriors. “We are giving back by serving as motivation to other people.” Some of the athletes on the team include individuals with a variety of amputation of the arm, above the knee, below the knee, bilateral below the knee and feet. Wounded Warrior athletes are examples of amputees who continue to push the limits of modern prosthetic technology with more and more applications. Some of the young athletes are still military members while others attend college and have followed other career paths thanks to the Post 9/11 GI bill. “Life without a limb is limitless,” said Grey Reynolds, a U.S. Army veteran and member of Wounded Warriors. “Playing softball in this team has been a great part of my recovery; it allows me to do the things I love, just in a modified way.”
Playing softball in this team has been a great part of my recovery; it allows me to do the things I love, just in a modified way.” -U.S. Army vet Grey Reynolds
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The ďŹ ring party ďŹ res three rie volleys during the burial of Petty OfďŹ cer 2nd Class Mark Mayo at Arlington National Cemetery in Arlington, Va., April 25.
24-year-old Sailor was from Hagerstown, Md. Continued from front “For heroism,â€? said the Navy and Marine Corps Medal citation presented to them before the service. Mayo earned the highest noncombat decoration the Navy awards responding to an intruder who made his way onto a pier at Norfolk Naval Station on March 24. Mayo, who was patrolling Pier 1, followed the man onto the destroyer Mahan. After the man grabbed a gun from a petty ofďŹ cer on watch, Mayo lunged between them. He was shot and killed. “His exceptionally brave actions saved the lives of four watch-standers and ensured the safety of the entire crew of the USS Mahan,â€? said the citation, presented by Adm. Mark Ferguson, vice chief of naval operations, on behalf of President Barack Obama. The pallbearers set the casket onto the platform and lifted the large ag. Motionless, they held it taut, while chaplain Denis Cox delivered a eulogy. Mayo made a pledge when he became a Sailor, Cox said. “He pledged to serve something greater than himself. He pledged to protect,â€? he told them. “The Lord of heaven is a God of justice, and he’s saying, ‘Well done.’â€? Sobbing, Sharon Blair rocked back and forth at the words about her son. The Sailor’s father, Decondi Mayo, leaned forward and put his head in his hands. Beside him, a little girl in a crisp white dress reached over and rubbed his back with her small hand. The gunďŹ re – three volleys from the ďŹ ring party – reverberated through the hallowed ground. Then a bugler played taps. Blair held her ďŹ sts to her mouth and rocked. She leaned against Mayo’s brother as Sailors folded the ag in deft, precise movements. “On behalf of a grateful nation,â€? said Vice Adm. William Moran, chief of Naval Personnel, as he handed it to her. At 24, Mayo gave up his life for his fellow Sailors. A hero to the Navy. A lost son to his family. “It’s a sad day – to bury your son and your brother, your shipmate,â€? Moran said after the service. “We don’t often get a chance to talk about heroes in our services,â€? he said. “Petty OfďŹ cer Mayo was clearly a hero to all of us ... We are awfully proud of that, and we are awfully humbled by someone who would put his life on the line in a heroic way, the way Petty OfďŹ cer Mayo did.â€? As the 60 or so people in attendance walked away, Mayo’s family approached the casket. They crouched down and reached out to touch it. The little girl screamed. The words of the chaplain lingered. “Let us go with the story of Mark in our hearts,â€? he said, “and never forget his sacriďŹ ce.â€? Editor’s note: The story “Navy police ofďŹ cer buried at Arlington, cited as a heroâ€? was originally published in The Virginian-Pilot on April 26, 2014.
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Continued from front “It’s a big challenge at sea where we have lots of people rotating in and out of crews,� said Moran. “We have to put the right people in the right job at the right time.� To aid in the effort, beginning in May, Sailors assigned to sea duty billets will receive a 25 percent increase in sea duty pay. In addition, Sailors who have served more than 36 consecutive months at sea will receive an additional premium. “We’re trying to demonstrate to you that sea duty is important and we ought to pay you appropriately for it,� said Moran. “We haven’t had an increase in sea duty pay in 12 years and that’s why it’s a big bump.� Moran also addressed the crew’s concerns during a call for questions. Regarding the future of reenlistment bonuses, Moran said, “It is purely based on the needs of the Navy and the retention behavior in each rate.� He added that retention rates are currently reviewed annually but a plan is in works to increase the frequency of retention rate reviews to two or three times annually. During the Hampton Roads
visit, Moran and Beldo also visited the Center for Personal and Professional Development (CPPD) where they were briefed by CPPD Commanding OfďŹ cer Capt. John P. Newcomer and other members of the headquarters staff. The team presented a brief on CPPD’s diverse products and services that support Sailors to help them develop their ability to think critically, act responsibly and lead proactively and reach their personal and professional goals. CPPD provides a wide range of courses and materials including General Military Training, Navy instructor training, alcohol and drug awareness program training, suicide prevention, Bearings classes, and Personal Responsibility and Values Education and Training (PREVENT) classes. CPPD’s leadership training is delivered multiple times throughout a Sailor’s career via command-delivered enlisted leadership training material and ofďŹ cer leadership courses in a schoolhouse setting. CPPD also administers Navy Voluntary Education, which includes programs such as
Tuition Assistance and United Services Military Apprenticeship Program, or USMAP. Part of the discussion during Moran’s visit focused on updates to CPPD’s training such as determining what the training should include and how the training would best be delivered to the eet. “We’ve got to revolutionize the way we look at training, and this is the right group (at CPPD) to think through those challenges,â€? said Moran. Discussions also touched on potential changes to developing Sailors’ instructing and facilitating skills, and Voluntary Education programs. “We have the ability to reach out Navy-wide and provide Sailors with world-class training such as courses that provide Sailors with a solid foundation of teaching and facilitating skills, and voluntary education opportunities,â€? said Newcomer. “This gives CPPD the immediate eet-wide impact of continually training and educating the next generation of Navy leaders.â€? Leadership training was a reoccurring topic where Moran and Beldo said they regularly
MC3 Amber N. O’Donovan Vice Adm. William F. Moran, chief of Naval Personnel, speaks to Sailors during an all hands call aboard USS Fort McHenry.
receive and welcome feedback on leadership training. “Fleet feedback is that what inspires Sailors to continue serving is the quality of their leaders,� Moran said. “The degree to which CPPD plays a role in training and educating leaders from E-1 through O-6 is incredibly important. If we make better leaders through the process of education and training, then young Sailors will want to continue to serve because of the quality of the leaders they have.� Editors note: Ensign Jonathan Smith, USS Fort McHenry Public Affairs, and MCC Jayme Pastoric, CPPD Public Affairs contributed to this article.
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Alcohol Awareness Month: Drinking responsibly By Shawn Miller Naval District Washington Public Affairs
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Seeking to raise awareness and reduce stigma around alcoholism and alcohol-related disorders experienced by 18 million Americans, the Navy is joining the national Alcohol Awareness Month campaign this April. The National Council on Alcoholism and Drug Dependence (NCADD) has sponsored Alcohol Awareness Month annually since 1987 in partnership with community efforts to educate people about the issue. The Coalition of Sailors Against Destructive Decisions (CSADD) Washington Navy Yard (WNY) chapter, hosted an information table, April 22, at WNY about alcohol awareness and sexual assault prevention and response (SAPR), another awareness campaign happening this month. “As soon as it starts to get nice out, that’s when you see a tendency of people spending time out drinking,” said Hospital Corpsman 3rd Class Israel Castro, president of the WNY CSADD chapter. “That’s when it becomes prevalent, especially for the younger ages.” In an effort to curb drinking and driving incidents, CSADD is launching the Arrive Alive program, in which members volunteer as designated drivers, which Castro said offers a responsible backup plan for people who may have had too much to drink.
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Northwest Navy family honors fallen shipmates By MCSN William Blees Navy Public Affairs Support Element West, Det. Northwest
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Navy personnel in the Northwest gathered for a memorial service at Naval Station Everett, April 25, for fallen Sailors and family members of the Oso, Wash., mudslide. During the morning of March 22 a small town less than 60 miles north of Seattle, with a population just over 175 people, was devastated by a natural disaster that took the lives of more than 40 citizens. The landslide that ravaged dozens of homes in Oso, left an easily seen trail of debris cascading in its wake. The arduous process of searching out survivors amongst the chaos continued weeks after the disaster. Amidst the destruction there were flickers of hope, found in the form of a few survivors.
One was a 4-year-old child, Jacob Spillers. Jacob is the son of Chief Navy Counselor Billy Spillers, a native of New Albany, Pennsylvania assigned to Puget Sound Naval Shipyard and Intermediate Maintenance Facility, Detachment Everett. Spillers was lost in the mudslide with his daughters, 5-year-old Kaylee and 2-year-old Brooke along with his stepson Jovon Mangual, 13. Spillers left behind his wife Jonielle, who was out at the time of the landslide. Spillers would not be the only Sailor taken on this day. Cmdr. John Regelbrugge III, officer in charge of PSNS & IMF Detachment Everett, and his wife Kris were also among the lives lost. Naval Station Everett (NSE) hosted a memorial service for these fallen Sailors and their families in Jackson Plaza on NSE, April 25. Navy Band Northwest opened the ceremony with “Going Home” ar-
Culinary Specialist 1st Class Erwin Aurich, from New York City, assigned to the littoral combat ship USS Fort Worth (LCS 3), speaks with culinary students at Tarrant County College during the Dallas-Fort Worth Navy Week.
Texas-named ships visit namesake communities By MCSN Amanda Owens Navy Office of Community Outreach
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Sailors from USS Dallas (SSN 700), USS Fort Worth (LCS 3) and USS Texas (SSN 775) traveled to Texas to participate in the 2014 Dallas-Fort Worth Navy Week. The Sailors participated in various events throughout the Dallas-Fort Worth area during the week, including helping put meals together at the North Dallas Food Bank, speaking to students at the Tarrant County Culinary School and visiting with youth at Boys and Girls Clubs in Mesquite and Arlington. The Sailors’ volunteer work at the North Dallas Food Bank resulted in more than 3,000 pounds of food processed and the creation of more than 2,000 meals. Culinary Specialist 3rd Class
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Keith R. Elliott, assigned to USS Texas, spoke with students at the Tarrant County Culinary School about preparing food on board a submarine and what it means to take pride in your product. “I was hoping that the culinary students would gain an understanding that when they put out a great product that they know very well, that it impacts people,” said Elliott. He is responsible for providing daily meals for the crew of nearly 132 aboard Texas. The Sailors later talked with children at the Boys and Girls Clubs in Mesquite and Arlington about life in the Navy.
Yeoman 1st Class Gary A. White, assigned to USS Dallas, said that his favorite event of the week was talking to the children at the Boys and Girls Clubs who were eager to learn about the Navy life and missions. “I explained to the kids what their Navy is doing to keep their country safe,” said White. “The Navy’s sea presence on the world’s oceans is a 24 hour mission.” The Sailors also participated in Navy Week proclamation ceremonies for both Dallas and Fort Worth and delivered Navy command ball caps to patients at Dallas Children’s Medical Hospital.
rangement from Dvorak Symphony #9. Master of Ceremonies, Cmdr. Douglas Kunzman, took the podium and announced the arrival of the two victims’ families. Colors were paraded, followed by the national anthem and the invocation by Lt. Cmdr. Jennifer Bowden, a Navy chaplain. “In the depth of the silence and pain, these families have felt the love,” said Bowden. Capt. Steve Williamson, Puget Sound Naval Shipyard and Intermediate Maintenance Facility commander, continued with opening remarks. “You will always be a part of our family, and the loss of these two incredible shipmates, along with John’s wife Kris, and three of Billy and Joinelle’s children, Brooke, Kaylee and Jovon has been heartbreaking to our Navy, our command and community,”
Sailors escort Chief Navy Counselor Billy Spillers’ wife Jonielle and son Jacob to a reception held after a Navy memorial service for Spillers and Cmdr. L. John Regelbrugge in Jackson Plaza on Naval Station Everett. Spillers and Regelbrugge died when a mudslide struck their homes in Oso, Wash., on March 22.
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SECNAV VISITS ARIZONA FOR SHIP NAMING CEREMONY, REENLISTMENT ARIZONA
During a trip to Arizona, Secretary of the Navy Ray Mabus attended a ship naming ceremony for the future joint high-speed vessel (JHSV) USNS Yuma (JHSV 8) in Yuma’s Gateway Park, April 25. Mabus chose the name Yuma as a tribute to the residents of the Arizona city and their close ties with the military. “The real reason we’re here today is the people of Yuma,” said Mabus. “For 86 years you have been supporting military aviation here in the heart of Arizona, and for 55 years you have been the desert home of Marine Corps aviation.” Speaking to a crowd that included Yuma’s Mayor Douglas Nicholls, Mabus explained what the future may
hold for JHSV 8. “The ships we build today will be a part of the fleet for more than three decades. Sailors not yet born will serve in her,” he said. “With her ability to operate in areas that might be otherwise inaccessible, USNS Yuma may well be the only part of America, and her Sailors the only Americans, some people in the world will ever see.” The future USNS Yuma will be built on a catamaran hull that can operate in shallow waterways. It will feature a flight deck able to support day and night helicopter and unmanned aircraft operations. JHSVs also have, according to Mabus, “a whole lot of space inside,” an important aspect of future operations.
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FFSC JOB FAIR FOR MILITARY, SPOUSES
WHITE HOUSE LAUNCHES ONE-STOP SHOPPING FOR VETS SEEKING JOBS By Terri Moon Cronk American Forces Press Service
WASHINGTON
First Lady Michelle Obama and Dr. Jill Biden, wife of Vice President Joe Biden launched the Veterans Employment Center, the first online one-stop shopping tool for veterans, transitioning service members and spouses in search of employment, April 23. The announcement was made at a third anniversary celebration for their “Joining Forces” initiative at Fort Campbell, Ky. Joining Forces mobilizes all sectors of American society to support service members, veterans and their families. The Veterans Employment Center is designed to connect veterans and transitioning service members with employers and help translate military skills into the public- and private-sector civilian workforce. “Our service members haven’t always had the time or information they needed to prepare their resumes, to plot their career goals, to meet with employers and get the jobs they deserve. And that’s simply not acceptable,” the first lady said. “As my husband has said, when you’ve fought for this country around the world, you shouldn’t have to fight for a job when you return home. “Starting today,” she continued, “every single service member, every veteran, and every military family will have access to a new online tool that will revolutionize how you find jobs in both the public and private sectors.” The online tool is available at http://ebenefits. va.gov. "Our service members transitioning to civilian life, as well as their spouses, deserve the resources they need to be successful," Defense Secretary Chuck Hagel said in a White House
news release. "Through this effort, they are getting that help. Our troops and their spouses are proven leaders, highly skilled and hard working. Employers hiring them are getting the best this nation has to offer." The center is the result of an interagency effort to improve, simplify and consolidate the existing array of employment resources for veterans, officials said. It also will provide a single, comprehensive database of resumes for employers who seek to leverage the skills and talents of veterans, service members and their spouses. The new online resource is the first interagency tool to bring together a wealth of public and private job opportunities, a resume-builder, military skills translator and detailed career and training resources. In connection with Joining Forces, DOD and the departments of Veterans Affairs, Labor and Education and the Office of Personnel Management worked with employers to design and develop the site and incorporate features of existing online employment tools within government. “Veterans deserve an authoritative source for connecting with employers,” said VA Secretary Eric K. Shinseki. “The online Veterans Employment Center is the single, federal source for veterans looking for new career opportunities, service members transitioning to the civilian workforce, and spouses and beneficiaries looking to connect with job opportunities.” With this tool, employers will be able to search and view veteran, service member and spouse resumes in one location. Resumes are visible to all employers with an active LinkedIn or Google profile. To prevent spam, applicants’ names and email addresses are redacted, and are visible only to employers verified by VA as registered companies with the
IRS. The site also is built using open data and an open application programming interface to attract private-sector innovation. “Improving veterans’ employment is an allhands-on-deck enterprise,” Labor Secretary of Labor Thomas Perez said. More than 1 million service members projected to leave the military in the coming years. “OPM’s USAJobs program is excited to be partnering with the VA on making this a robust tool for our nation's veterans and transitioning service members seeking federal employment,” said Office of Personnel Management Director Katherine Archuleta. “It has been more than four years since President Obama established the Veterans Employment Initiative, and in that time, the executive branch hired the highest percentage of military veterans in more than 20 years – of the 195,000 new employees hired in [fiscal year] 2012, approximately 56,000 were veterans, equaling 28.9 percent of total hires,” she added. “We can continue to honor and show our appreciation for the dedicated and heroic service of America’s veterans by ensuring that they have every opportunity to continue their service to this great nation as federal civilian employees, Archuleta said. “The Veterans Employment Center helps us honor these men and women by making employment opportunities available when our servicemen and women lay down their uniforms.” At today’s Fort Campbell event, Biden noted the success of the Military Spouse Employment Partnership, which began in June 2011 with fewer than 60 companies. Today, she said, the partnership has 228 partner employers, more than 1.8 million jobs posted on the MSEP Career Portal, and more than 60,000 military spouse hires to its credit.
Lessons learned from our military kids By Jacey Eckhart Military Spouse Contributor
We parents try so hard to be good teachers. We repeat toothbrushing instructions endlessly. We have strict directions on use of the word “suck.” We multiply fractions the old fashioned way – or look it up on YouTube. Some days we end up learning more from our kids than we actually teach them. At the Spouse Experience at Joint Base Lewis McChord, we asked participants what they had learned from their military kids. Their “lessons” surprised and enchanted us. We hope you will like them too.
Strykers are way cool. Live or work around the military long enough and you get used to all the equipment. Ho hum. Kids make us see it again with fresh eyes. Aircraft carrier. Huge! Helicopters sweeping over the playground? Epic! Marine plane that takes off vertically from the deck of a ship? No way! Moms and dads who operate those things? Awesome badness! Let me tell my whole class!
Make friends like you are still in Kindergarten. Military kids aren’t careful about friends. They know you gotta get ‘em while the getting is good. Sometimes we military parents have to make friends the same way. Fast. Friendly. Forever – at least it feels that way.
Family comes first no matter what. Military kids have two worlds – family and everyone else. When you spend your whole life moving every year, you can’t ignore your mom telling you that when all your friends are gone you will still have your brother and that he has to be in your wedding no matter how often he picks his nose. Investments in your family as an adult tend to pay off, too, no matter where you live.
“No” can be used as a complete sentence. There is a profound and simple truth in the world that during deployment the word ‘no’ can be used as a complete sentence. Military kids know this. They are waiting for us to figure it out.
Sucky attitude means that you cannot participate lest in rub off on others. We teach our kids that a bad attitude is enough to send you right to your room for a little down time. Sometimes as adults we need
to learn when to put our attitude under wraps, when to take it out and when it is OK to keep our attitude at home until another day. Still go for it, even if you are afraid. We ask our military kids to leave everything they know and go to new houses, new schools, new soccer teams, new music lessons. And they do. They square their little shoulders and march forward because that is what they know. Fear isn’t a good reason to stop moving forward in the right direction. If they can do it we can do it. Wait long enough and even Christmas comes. Sometimes a deployment seems like it will never end. Kids often seem to have an easier time letting deployment pass. They have their Must Have Parent at home and they know that their Must Do parent will come home – maybe even before Santa! New people and places are… interesting! Kids pick up every nuance from their parents. If we freak over a PCS, they will too. If we express an interest in something or someone that is new, they often follow our lead. Picture books, field trips, movies, online
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videos all make a new place seem like a good idea. Plenty of high fives go a long way. Military kids will take a high five for just about anything. Ate your toast? High five! Brought your backpack in from the car? High five! Sing every verse of the Star Spangled Banner (or just carry the tune)? High five! We military parents could use a few more high fives in our own lives, a little positive reinforcement, another attagirl or two. We could learn that lesson from our kids – because that is exactly the kind of thing they want us to know. Jacey Eckhart is the Director of Spouse and Family Programs for Military.com. Since 1996, Eckhart’s take on military families has been featured in her syndicated column, her book The Homefront Club, and her award winning CDs These Boots and I Married a Spartan?? Eckhart is an Air Force brat, a Navy wife and an Army mom.
Fleet and Family Support Center (FFSC) Norfolk will be kicking off the summer by holding a Job Fair, May 29. The Job Fair, being held at Building U-93, Naval Station Norfolk, will provide transitioning service members and their families an opportunity to speak directly to both local and national employers. Beginning at 10 a.m., companies such as GE Water and Power, Koch Industries, and Verizon will be in attendance to discuss job opportunities throughout the country. For individuals wanting to stay in the Hampton Roads area, local employers such as Oceaneering and Bauer Compressors Inc. will be available to speak to participants. To help job seekers prepare for the event, FFSC Norfolk will be hosting monthly workshops in interview techniques, effective resume writing, job search strategies and career planning. Staff is also available to meet with individuals by appointment for one-on-one mock interviews and resume reviews. Call FFSC Norfolk at 4442102 to register for a class or to speak with an employment specialist.
Know your resources with your local FFSC Mid-Atlantic Fleet and Family Support Centers (FFSC) programs and services are designed to help you make the most of your military experience... and they're all available to you at no cost. Functions and/or services FFSC provides: ■ Clinical Counseling(Individual, Couples, and Child Counseling ) ■ Personal Financial Management ■ Information & Referral ■ Family Employment Assistance ■ Transition Assistance ■ Family Advocacy Program ■ Deployment and Mobilization Support ■ Ombudsman Support ■ Relocation Assistance ■ Parenting Programs ■ Stress and Anger Management ■ Command Support ■ Crisis Support ■ Suicide Prevention ■ Sexual Assault Prevention and Response Support
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SECNAV talks energy security at Arizona State Secretary of the Navy Public Affairs TEMPE, ARIZ.
Secretary of the Navy Ray Mabus discussed the current global situation, energy, and sustainability, from a maritime perspective April 24, at Arizona State University’s Global Institute of Sustainability. The address, part of the university’s Wrigley Lecture Series, examined the close relationship between energy security and the Navy and Marine Corps’global presence. During the lecture, Mabus spoke in depth about how energy is a strategic security issue. “My concern, which I’ve raised in speeches and articles and in countless discussions is, in part, about the national and international security implications – the critical geopolitical role of energy,” said Mabus. “As a security challenge, access to energy and fuel can be a diplomatic pressure point and can be, has been, and is used as a geostrategic weapon.” Mabus also addressed the fiscal impact of energy on the Department of the Navy. “Each $1 increase in the
price of a barrel of oil results in a $30 million bill for the Navy and Marine Corps. This has huge implications across the Department of Defense and for our security. DOD is the largest single institutional consumer of fossil fuels on earth and budgets about $15 billion each year on fuel,” he said. “But in fiscal years 2011 and 2012 price spikes added another $3 billion to the DOD fuel bill. The bills from that “security premium” can mean that we will have fewer resources for training, for operations and, if the bill gets too high, fewer platforms like ships and planes.” The energy goals Mabus laid out in 2009 for the Department of the Navy were also a topic of discussion during the lecture. “I announced five energy goals for the Department of the Navy in order to improve our energy security, increase our strategic independence and sustainability, and advance our operational capabilities,” said Mabus. “We are going to meet these goals through a number of programs including a variety of alternative fuel initiatives and also greater energy efficiency.”
MC1(SW/AW) Felicito Rustique Service members and distinguished guests attend the USS Firebolt 10-year remembrance ceremony at Naval Support Activity Bahrain.
Firebolt heroes remembered Commander, U.S. Naval Forces Central Command/ 5th Fleet Public Affairs
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U.S. Navy and Coast Guard service members joined together for a memorial service held aboard Naval Support Activity, Bahrain to honor the lives of three fallen U.S. service members, April 26. Coast Guardsman Damage Controlman 3rd Class Nathan B. Bruckenthal, 24, of Smithtown. N.Y.; Boatswain’s Mate 1st Class Michael J. Pernaselli, 27, of Monroe, N.Y.; Signalman 2nd Class Christopher E. Watts, 28, of Knoxville, Tenn.; were serving aboard USS Firebolt (PC 10) when they lost their lives after an unidentified dhow exploded while they were conducting a maritime interdiction operation (MIO), in the Northern Arabian Gulf, April 24, 2004. Vice Adm. Mark Fox, Commander, U.S. Naval Forces Central Command, spoke to more than 100 Sailors and Coast Guardsmen who attended the event. “It is appropriate for us to take this time to reflect on the loss of three shipmates who walked the deckplates of some of the very same vessels we walk on today,” said Fox. “Seven years ago, on April 24, 2004, right after dusk, USS Firebolt was conducting routine patrol duties northwest of Khor Al Amaya Oil Terminal (KAAOT) when two dhows were spotted near the plat-
MCC Keith DeVinney Secretary of the Navy (SECNAV) Ray Mabus takes a photo with midshipmen assigned to the Navy ROTC program at Arizona State University. Mabus delivered a speech about energy security in the Department of the Navy at the Tempe Center for the Arts.
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Vice Adm. John Miller, foreground, Commander of U.S. Naval Forces Central Command, salutes after placing a wreath in front of a memorial during the USS Firebolt 10-year remembrance ceremony at Naval Support Activity Bahrain.
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form. Firebolt, conducting what was a routine mission, sent a RHIB [rigid hull inflatable boat] manned by a crew of seven out to investigate. However, as the RHIB approached the dhow, it exploded, killing three and injuring the other four.” Fox closed out the ceremony by reminding everyone of how important it is to continue the legacy of those who have gone before them. “None of us get to choose the environment in which we operate, that’s chosen for us; however, we do choose how we operate and carry ourselves,” said Fox. “I think it’s important for us to remember what it means to be a shipmate. We take care of one another, we train together, we build trust and these are the kinds of bonds that only come from Sailors serving in difficult environments together, working toward a common mission.”
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B4 | THE FLAGSHIP | MAY 1, 2014 | FLAGSHIPNEWS.COM Gunner’s Mate 2nd Class Alesia Hawkins, right, serves food to Lt. j.g. Brandon Pearson during a steel beach picnic aboard the guidedmissile cruiser USS Monterey (CG 61).
KNOW YOUR LIMITS – SUMMER SAFETY ADVICE By MC3 Diana Quinlan NPASE West, Detachment Hawaii
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The summer months are fast approaching for most of the U.S., but in Hawaii, summer is practically yearround. Sun, warm weather, beaches, mountains, volcanoes and tropical forests attract outdoors enthusiasts from all over the world and for Sailors visiting or living here it is especially important to maintain outdoor safety awareness. Cmdr. Leo Murphy, PaciďŹ c Fleet safety ofďŹ cer, shared his advice about some of the dangers associated with summer related recreational activities and how Sailors and their family members can avoid an unplanned hospital visit. “First, it should be understood that most recreational activities have a variable degree of inherent risks,â€? said Murphy. “For example a family day at the beach may include sunburn, jellyďŹ sh stings, unexpected strong ocean currents, and dehydration. Secondly, it should also be understood that recreation-related injuries are preventable. Home and recreation-related injuries affect people of all ages and physical abilities, and account for about a third of all injury-related emergency department visits. The key to prevention is becoming aware of the risks beforehand and making risk management decisions to mitigate those risks. In the example mentioned above risk decisions should include the routine use of sunscreen applied regularly, searching for online jellyďŹ sh warnings, obeying beach warning signs for ocean currents, and taking plenty of water and providing beach shade. The best injury prevention tool is taking the time to seek out and conduct even the most basic research into the activity planned and then developing a risk prevention strategy before venturing out.â€? According to Murphy, one should plan carefully in advance. “All Navy service members are required to perform risk management assessments prior to engaging in a high risk recreational activity,â€? added Murphy. “Examples may include, but are not limited to: skydiving; cliff diving; scuba diving; boating; motorcycle riding; and parasailing. Some activities become high-risk based upon individual circumstances 21 6$/( )5, 0$< $7 $0
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best places to visit and many other activities as Hawaiian weather is perfect for outdoor activities year-round.â€? Candilasa reiterated the importance of safety and staying vigilant in outdoors conditions. He pointed out how often the weather can change on the islands with unexpected rains which can strand hikers or cause ash oods, in addition to strong winds and strong currents in the water, which make it important to remember when spending time at the ocean kayaking, swimming, surďŹ ng or snorkeling. Candilasa’s advice includes checking the news before doing any outdoors activities, knowing the weather conditions ahead of time including winds, precipitation and UV ratings. “No matter how overcast and cloudy it may be, UV rays pass through and can be damaging to the skin in the long run,â€? said Candilasa. “Always apply sunscreen, reapplying one to two hours after the initial application.â€? “If hiking, things to bring are a medical kit, water and emergency supplies in case it gets dark or in case of heavy rains as well as having a fully charged cell phone,â€? he continued. “For kayaking always have a life vest. You may think you’re a great swimmer, but you never know, it’s always good to have some type of otation device.â€? Sailors stationed in Pearl Harbor spoke about their personal experiences involving other military members and the necessity of looking out for one another both on duty and off. “I see a lot of Sailors getting sunburned while working outdoors and on the boat because they are not using any sunscreen,â€? said Logistics Specialist 3rd Class Dominic Tenn, stationed aboard Los Angeles-class submarine USS Buffalo (SSN 715). “Hydrating is also very important; people neglect that fact and it causes health problems. Many accidents also happen due to alcohol consumption and peer pressure, the worst I’ve seen happened in Guam, where a Sailor died in a cliff diving accident and alcohol was involved.â€? Hospital Corpsman 1st Class Andiria Gerovac of Naval Health Clinic Hawaii recommends doing research; while it’s fun to discover new areas and new locations, obtaining information about these places helps make for a safe and enjoyable time. “Absolutely know this land and your surroundings before you do events like cliff diving and base jumping,â€? said Gerovac. “Just recently we lost a shipmate who died after jumping off a cliff [into the ocean] at ‘Spitting Caves’ outside Maunalua Bay.â€?
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Commitment to helping sexual assault victims earns honors American Forces Press Service WASHINGTON In 2012, there were a total of 319 suicides among active duty personnel and 203 among those in the reserve components.
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DOD releases suicide report By Jim Garamone American Forces Press Service
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Suicide is a serious problem at all levels of the U.S. military, and now the department has a base against which programs intended to prevent it can be measured. In 2012, there were a total of 319 suicides among active duty personnel and 203 among those in the reserve components. Suicide causes immeasurable pain, suffering, and loss to individuals, families, survivors, military formations and military communities, said Army Lt. Gen. Michael Linnington, military deputy at the Office of the Undersecretary of Defense for Personnel and Readiness. Linnington spoke in advance of the Department of Defense Suicide Event Report. The 2012 suicide rate [expressed as a number per 100,000 service members] for the active component was 22.7. For the reserve components it was 24.2. Across the services in 2012, the Army had 155 soldiers commit suicide. A total of 57 airmen and 59 sailors committed suicide, with 47 Marines taking their lives. A total of 841 service members had one or more attempted suicides in 2012. The department does have preliminary readouts of suicide data for 2013, Linnington said. In 2013, the active component rate has come down about 18 percent. The reserve rates rose slightly, he said. “With an 18 percent drop in 2013, something is going right,” the general said. “One suicide is always too many, but we have to focus our efforts now where we think they are most needed.” And that effort and money must go into programs that promote wellness and resilience, especially in those community based programs that reach out to the reserve component personnel, said Jacqueline Garrick, the director for the Defense Suicide Prevention Office. The report is important, she said, because it gives officials data to back up decisions.
“It allows us visibility on what the issues and problems are so we can look at our programs and see if we are matching up, and targeting the issues that we really need to target, specific to things that we know could help facilitate suicide prevention,” Garrick said. Linnington said the data contained in the report ensures the department is not duplicating some efforts and leaving gaps in other areas. Up through 2011, the department only captured suicide data on active duty numbers. This meant active duty component personnel and reservists serving on active duty. Yet, doing that only covered about 10 percent of the reserve components. Active duty personnel get treatment at camps, forts, bases and stations versus reservists who need the community based programs. “We weren’t gathering information on all reservists and, we didn’t have good data on what was going on in the communities where these reservists live, work, play and get treatment,” Linnington said. The time is right to deal with this issue, Linnington and Garrick said. Congress has fully funded suicide prevention programs the department needs. “Even under sequestration, Congress provided us continuing resolution funding and the administration has really put a spotlight on this issue,” Garrick said. The Defense Department is working closely with the Department of Veterans Affairs and the Department of Health and Human Services on this issue. “All the departments are joining forces so we’re tackling this problem with a unified front,” she said. Suicide prevention requires committed leadership, Linnington said. “Leaders at all levels need to take this on head on,” he said. “Leaders are responsible for creating climates of dignity and respect in their units; cohesive environments where folks get help from each other when it’s needed, reducing the barriers to reducing the barriers to care.” This goes to the “heart of
what it means to be a military professional: Taking care of subordinates, and building and maintaining those bonds of trust between each other is definitely part of the solution,” the general said. He believes the message is beginning to permeate through the force. Service members “don’t listen when it’s a large groups listening to a lecture,” he said. “But when you get them in small groups, and talk about what it means to take care of each other, it works. They understand the need to get involved when they need to get involved. We need to put this personally to them: What would they do if they see their battle buddies struggling with issues – emotional, behavior, family, financial? “When you get to the lower levels, and its Soldier helping Soldier,” he continued, “that’s when you know you’re making progress.” Suicide happens in the civilian community as well, Garrick said, noting is the 10th-leading cause of death among Americans. “People come into the military with issues and problems and leave the military with issues and problems,” she said. “We know there will be some overlaps in trends with the civilian population.” DOD partners with Health and Human Services and the VA on a military crisis line so service members, veterans and their families to get the help they need, Garrick said. “What one person considers a crisis may not be what another one considers a crisis,” she said. “Just ask for the help, make the phone call, work with a professional that can help you get the resources and do the follow-up and help resolve whatever is going on.” This Military Crisis Line provides confidential help and can be reached at (800) 2738255. Folks can chat online at www.MilitaryCrisisLine.net or send a text to 838255. In Europe call 00800-1273-8255 or DSN 118. “Suicide is a very complex issue with complex set of solutions and it really requires our best efforts from team leaders to four-stars,” Linnington said.
The Defense Department has honored six exceptional sexual assault response coordinators as part of April’s observance of Sexual Assault Awareness Month. These service members and Defense Department civilians are being recognized for their outstanding efforts in assisting victims of sexual assault and for their commitment to preventing this crime, officials said. “The 2014 exceptional SARCs deserve recognition for their professional abilities and service on the front lines and for the quality care they provide for victims of sexual assault,” said Army Maj. Gen. Jeffrey J. Snow, director of the DOD Sexual Assault Prevention and Response Office. “I am privileged to work with such dedicated individuals who continue to strengthen the department’s prevention and response efforts.” More than 20,000 sexual assault response coordinators throughout the Defense Department and the Coast Guard, which is part of the Department of Homeland Security, have received professional training and certification through the DOD Sexual Assault Advocate Certification Program. They serve as the single point of contact for integrating and coordinating sexual assault victim care, from the initial report of
sexual assault through disposition and resolution of issues related to the victim's health and well-being. The SARC is responsible for ensuring a victim support system is in place that provides around-the-clock sexual assault response capabilities for all victims within their designated area of responsibility. This 2014 Exceptional SARC awardees are: ■ Army Master Sgt. Richard V. Fry, 21st Theater Sustainment Command, Germany; ■ Shannon M. Moyer, Naval Air Station Lemoore, Calif.; ■ Midge M. Scott, Marine Corps Recruit Depot, Parris Island, S.C.; ■ Cindy W. Graver, Robins Air Force Base, Ga. ■ Maj. Katherine Maines, National Guard, JFHQ SARC of Connecticut; and ■ Christopher Hooper, 8th Coast Guard District, Mo. Since 2009, the Defense Department has annually recognized exceptional sexual assault response coordinators for providing noteworthy care and support in prevention and response efforts to military victims of sexual assault. The awards are presented to the winners by their respective commands in conjunction with April’s Sexual Assault Awareness Month. Nominees were submitted by each of the four services, the Coast Guard, and the National Guard Bureau from within their ranks.
SPONSORSHIP IS A KEY PART TO SAILOR SUCCESS Navy Personnel Command Public Affairs MILLINGTON, TENN.
As Permanent Change of Station (PCS) season nears, commands are reminded of the importance of command sponsorship. "It is imperative that sponsorship happens early and continues until a Sailor is fully aware of their responsibilities, local policies, programs and services available through their new command," said Navy Personnel Command (NPC) Force Master Chief (SW/AW/EXW) Leland E. Moore. Upon the receipt of PCS orders, Sailors and their families are assigned a sponsor through the Command Sponsor and Indoctrination Programs. Sponsors are volunteers
who assist new arrivals before PCS and after reporting aboard as the Sailor gets familiar with the new command and duty station. Sponsors help with check-in procedures, and can also check housing availability before a member arrives and set up arrangements for temporary lodging if needed. Command master chiefs oversee the sponsorship program and ensure Sailors get Navy Pride and Professionalism training within 30 days of their arrival or within three drill weekends for reservists. Anyone wishing to become a sponsor should talk to their local command sponsor coordinator and read OPNAVINST 1740.3C on the NPC website at www.npc. navy.mil.
B6 | THE FLAGSHIP | MAY 1, 2014 | FLAGSHIPNEWS.COM
CNIC, CNRSE visit Sailors in Key West, Guantanamo Bay â– stops Vice Adm. William French and Rear Adm. Ricky L. Williamson to visit NAS Jacksonville, Fla., and Naval Submarine Base Kings Bay, Ga.
an important part of the Navy’s mission. “We are making a big push on making the right investments on renewable energy projects like this solar array,â€? said French. “We want to make sure these investments make sense as well as making sure they are secure and efďŹ cient. We are trying to shift away from oil and diesel fuels as much as we can.â€? French said he enjoyed his trip and was proud of the work and professionalism he has seen at Guantanamo Bay from the Sailors stationed here. “This is a special place and everyone we ran in to had a smile on their face. They know that this is a special place and it plays an important mission in the world,â€? said French. “If you look at where we are strategically GTMO is the only place we have that can protect our southern ank and it’s obvious everyone is excited to be part of this team.â€? NS Guantanamo Bay’s Commanding OfďŹ cer Capt. J.R. Nettleton said he was proud to have CNIC visit the base and was happy he had the opportunity to see the hard work everyone is doing. “I am proud to show them the hard work our Sailors and Civilians have accomplished and the teamwork we all put in to make this the best base it can be,â€? said Nettleton. “He told me on several occasions he was glad to see all the enthusiasm our Sailors had and wanted me to thank them for all their hard work.â€? Editor’s note: MC2 Brian Morales, NAS Key West Public Affairs, and MCC Keith Bryska, NAVSTA Guantanamo Bay Public Affairs, contributed to this article.
MC2 Brian Morales Commander, Navy Installations Command Vice Adm. William French speaks with Morale, Welfare and Recreation Representative Mike BenďŹ eld during a visit to the Child Development Center at Sigsbee Park.
21ST CENTURY SAILOR DIRECTOR BRIEFS SUB COMMUNITY, LEADERS By Lt. Stephanie Homick Chief of Naval Personnel Support
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Rear Adm. Sean Buck, director, 21st Century Sailor OfďŹ ce, recently traveled to the New England area to meet with Sailors from the submarine community, Command Leadership School, Senior Enlisted Academy, Boston-area Navy recruiters and members of a two Boston universities, April 21-23. Buck conducted a three-day eet engagement trip to visit with Sailors at Naval Station (NS) Groton, NS Newport and Navy Recruiting District New England to introduce the 21st Century Sailor OfďŹ ce, update the eet on where the Navy stands regarding sexual assault, suicides, and alcohol-related incidents, and to solicit feedback from the eet about how to best communicate information and how to improve the delivery of future training for the eet. “Let me update you on how our Navy is doing in eliminating many destructive behaviors,â€? said Buck.
Commander, Navy Installations Command and Commander, Navy Region Southeast visited Naval Air Station Key West, April 22, to see ďŹ rst-hand how Sailors and civilian employees sustain the eet, enable the warfighter and support the family. Vice Adm. William French and Rear Adm. Ricky L. Williamson visited four of NAS Key West’s annexes and met with the NAS Key West’s Sailor of the year, junior Sailor of the year, Blue Jacket of the Year and civilian of the year for lunch at Boca Chica Field. “It is an impressive base, but what makes it a really impressive base is the people that are here,â€? said French. “I’m walking away with a great impression of what it’s like to live and work and have a family here in Key West,â€? he said. “It’s a paradise that I think the folks that are here truly enjoy. That’s the sense that I get from talking to folks who have been here a few months or who have been here years on multiple tours. “The hospitality that I’ve had here has been wonderful. I certainly do appreciate all of what the folks that run the base do to make the quality of life and make it so pleasant for folks that are assigned here in Key West.â€? French and Williams went on to visit Naval Station (NS) Guantanamo Bay Cuba, April 23-24, where they toured several facilities to include the Desalination Plant, Fleet and Family Support Center (FFSC), Child Development Center and the North East Gate. French was also on hand for the ground breaking ceremony for NS Guantanamo Bay’s new Solar Farm project. According to French, energy projects like the solar array are
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“Sexual assault awareness has vastly improved. Awareness about the reporting process is up because of all the training you’ve completed over the last year. We have also worked hard to develop a benchmark response system for victims of sexual assault. As we sustain this awareness and response system, now is the time to further step up our prevention efforts. To that end, my ofďŹ ce will be rolling out skills-based bystander intervention training later this year. We will also introduce other scenariobased training focused on eliminating negative behaviors on the left side of the Continiuum of Harm such as sexual harassment.â€? In addition to sexual assault prevention and response, the 21st Century Sailor OfďŹ ce is responsible for suicide prevention, drug and alcohol abuse prevention and the physical ďŹ tness program. “We saw a 26 percent decrease in suicides last year from the previous year,â€? said Buck. “However, one suicide is one too many ... There have been decreases in the number of alco-
hol-related incidents and DUIs. Since we started testing for synthetic drugs, the number of Sailors popping positive for synthetic drugs has dropped off tremendously. PRT-related administrative separations are down.â€? Buck also wanted to solicit feedback from the eet. He asked Sailors how they wanted to receive information from the 21st Century Sailor OfďŹ ce and how they best receive training so it is relevant and meaningful. Sailors advocated for information to be passed to them via social media, but continued to agree that the best method was face-to-face interaction so that there can be an open dialogue in better understanding and comprehending the information. Additionally, the submarine community asked for resources to be downloaded on the SIPR network, so that they would have access to it during their working hours. For training, Sailors requested small, peer-led focus groups of mixed gender and rank. They would like short and concise training that is impactful in its messaging, but that has minimal impact to the workday.
FLAGSHIPNEWS.COM | MAY 1, 2014 | THE FLAGSHIP | B7 Secretary of the Navy (SECNAV) Ray Mabus throws out the ceremonial first pitch before an Arizona Diamondbacks vs. Philadelphia Phillies Major League Baseball game at Chase Field.
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Mabus threw first pitch at baseball game Continued from B1 “That space is what makes these ships so important for our future,” he said. “It gives our Marines and Sailors an opportunity to come up with new and innovative ways of operating. These ships will carry Marines across the vast Pacific, operating with our partners and helping to build up our allies.” Mabus concluded his remarks at the ceremony by thanking the city for hosting the event and sharing its name with the Department of the Navy. “Thank you for this opportunity to share with you our recognition of your city and your support of our Navy and Marine Corps,” he said. “Thank you all for being here and joining in the celebration of what I know will be a continued special relationship between Yuma, the Marine Corps, the Navy and the ship which will bear its name.” During his visit to Texas, Mabus attended a Major League Baseball game between the Arizona Diamondbacks and the Philadelphia Phillies at Chase Field where he conducted the oath of enlistment to five Sailors during a special re-enlistment ceremony, April 25. Following the re-enlistment, Mabus threw out the first ceremonial pitch to start the game. “This was a tremendous honor to be re-enlisted by the SECNAV,” said
MC1 Arif Patani Secretary of the Navy (SECNAV) Ray Mabus is briefed by Marine Lt. Col. Robert D. Cooper, commanding officer of Marine Fighter Training Squadron 401, about the command’s aircraft and role in a Marine Corps aviation.
Navy Builder 3rd Class Nathanial Patterson. “It just felt amazing, and the experience is difficult to put into words. It’s a once-in-a-lifetime experience.” After Mabus administered the oath of re-enlistment, he talked to each Sailor individually and presented them with a SECNAV challenge coin. “It’s not every day that most Sailors get a chance to speak with the SECNAV,” said Hospital Corpsman 2nd Class Daniel Troxell. “We had a good chat about the Pacific Northwest, the Washington area (where I’m from), and he said he enjoys traveling to that area. I appreciate him taking the time to talk to us.” The Sailors each expressed their own reasons for re-enlisting. “I had mixed emotions during the re-enlistment,” Troxell said. “I want the Navy to be a career. Maybe one day I’ll be a master chief. I would hope that re-enlisting with the SECNAV is
a good start at this. It was an impressive moment.” Navy Sonar Technician (Submarine) 1st Class Nicolas Curry was reenlisting for the last time. “I’ve done this before, glad to be doing it now, but having the SECNAV here for my last one is special,” said Curry. “It’s like the icing on the cake.” Following the oath of re-enlistment, Mabus took the mound to throw the ceremonial first pitch in front of 28,000 fans. This wasn’t the first time Mabus put his baseball skills to the test. He also threw out the first pitch at a Washington Nationals game in April 2013, a San Diego Padres game in September 2012 and a Milwaukee Brewers game in September 2011. The Diamondbacks ended up defeating the Phillies 5-4. Editors note: Secretary of the Navy Public Affairs and MC3 Drew Verbis, Navy Public Affairs Support Element West contributed to this article.
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| April is Alcohol Awareness Month
Continued from B1 Castro said CSADD does not preach prohibition of alcohol altogether, but does advocate for drinking safely and watching out for friends. Peers are crucial to the process, and it only takes one person to say something if they recognize a problem, he added. “When you decide to drink, do it responsibly, be accountable for yourself,” he added. “We highly recommend those individuals that need help to get a self referral before it becomes a problem and the actual command has to get involved.” Self referrals may be made by anyone seeking counseling or treatment, but may not be made after an incident has occurred as an attempt to mitigate disciplinary action. Command referrals may occur when individuals do not seek help and their leadership steps in to correct the problem. As part of the April campaign, the Navy urged U.S. Navy photo illustration A U.S. Navy graphic produced by Navy Personnel Command promoting the Navy’s responsible drinking campaign, “Keep What You’ve Earned.”
said Williamson. “It is a true honor and privilege that I have the opportunity to remember these great men as they were wonderful husbands, fathers, sons, friends and shipmates.” Friends of Spillers and Regelbrugge took the podium to share memories of their lost friends. Senior Chief Damage Controlman Eric Payne remembered having Spillers work under him, taking on a leadership role that was traditionally above his rank at the time. “He called me his mentor once, but I’m not sure who taught who more,” said Payne. An emotional final remark followed as Payne said, “you will be truly missed.” Vice Adm. William Hilarides, Naval Sea Systems Command commander, finished up with closing remarks by saying that the families of Regelbrugge and Spillers are still a part of the Navy family. “When we suffer loss we come together, talk and tell stories. We are there for each other in the long haul,” said Hilarides. “To the families of John and Billy, these two amazing men, and to the men and women of Everett Detachment, these families are now your family.” The Chief Petty Officer Creed was read in honor of both men followed by a reading of the history of the shadow box. A shadow box designed to remember each of the lost Sailors was given to the families. The ceremony concluded with ‘The Watch’ being read and the piping ashore of Regelbrugge and Spillers. The families departed as Navy Band played “Amazing Grace.” Regelbrugge enlisted in the U.S. Navy in 1982 and served with numerous commands: Military Sealift Command Kilauea-class ammunition ships USNS Santa Barbara (T-AE 28), USNS Flint (T-AE 32), USNS Mount Baker (T-AE 34) and USNS Kiska (T-AE 35), along with the Cimarron-class replenishment oiler USS Willamette (AO 180), the Wichitaclass replenishment oiler USS Kansas (AOR 3), the Waspclass amphibious assault ship USS Boxer (LHD 4), the Austin-class amphibious transport dock USS Ogden (LPD 5), Navy Recruiting Station, Auburn, Calif., Naval Air Station North Island, Afloat Training Group Pacific Northwest, Puget Sound Naval Shipyard and Intermediate Maintenance Facility, and the Nimitz-class aircraft carriers USS Abraham Lincoln (CVN 72) and USS John C. Stennis (CVN 74). While assigned to USS Willamette (AO 180) he was selected as Senior Sailor of the Year. Spillers enlisted in the U.S. Navy in 2002 and served with five commands: the guided-missile destroyers USS Stout (DDG 55) and USS Momsen (DDG 92), Personnel Support Detachment Afloat Atlantic, the “Black Knights” of Strike Fighter Squadron (VFA 154), and Puget Sound Naval Shipyard and Intermediate Maintenance Facility. While assigned to USS Stout, he was selected as Destroyer Squadron Nine Sailor of the Year for 2009.
personnel to participate in an alcohol-free weekend earlier this month to show drinking is not essential for Sailors to have a good time. Those who found it difficult to bear 72 hours without a drink were encouraged to talk to someone. For individuals who are hesitant to admit a problem, or for those who may not even realize they have an issue with drinking, resources are available to conduct a self assessment and possibly avoid administrative or disciplinary actions if the problem continues. Military Pathways, a Department of Defense program, offers free, anonymous screening for service members and family members to gauge their alcohol use through an online assessment at www.DrinkingIQ.org. Visitors answer a short questionnaire, which then offers feedback about use or misuse of alcohol and mental health. The site also provides information and resources for those who wish to learn more or seek out help.
online To learn more about the Navy Alcohol and Drug Abuse Prevention program, visit www.nadap. navy.mil, and for more about Alcohol Awareness Month, visit www.ncadd.org.
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Fly high at the Atlantic Coast Kite Festival VIRGINIA BEACH
Kite fliers and spectators of all ages will experience a visual feast at the 10th annual Atlantic Coast Kite Festival on May 3 - 4. Held in two locations, this popular event features a variety of activities appropriate for all ages and all levels of kite aficionados. “Colors in the Sky” is the theme that participants will explore in the Atlantic Coast Kite Festival’s “Best Kite Contest.” Kite Festival events will be held at the Virginia Beach Oceanfront on Saturday from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. on the beach at 17th Street, and at City Park in Portsmouth (140 City Park Avenue) on Sunday from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Admission to the kite festival is free. Everyone is invited to take part in the Atlantic Coast Kite Festival’s “Best Kite Contest.” To enter this contest, participants bring a kite that they have made or purchased and fly it at the festival. The contest consists of two parts: the actual kite itself (how it looks and how well it is made), and the participant’s ability to fly the kite. Participants must be able to fly their kites consecutively in the air for 5 minutes at a height of 100 feet. Kites will be judged on Flight (ability to fly for 5 minutes), Structural Design, Craftsmanship, and Visual Appeal. There will be three competitive divisions: Master, Novice, and Youth (ages 7-14). Kites will be photographed and entered in the “People’s Choice” contest, where festival attendees get to vote in their favorite kite. Trophies will be awarded for all divisions. Participants are encouraged to decorate their kites according to the theme “Colors in the Sky.” The Best Kite Contest is free to enter, and takes place from 1:30 to 3 p.m. each day. Experienced kite enthusiasts will be holding classes for novice flyers. These classes will cover such topics as equipment selection, laying out of lines, setting up the field, launching the kite, flying and landing a kite, and safety. “Flight Training” will take place each day. On both days, families are invited to participate in kite building workshops led by Archie Stewart, a member of American Kitefliers Association and past Board Member and Chairman of Festivals and Competitions for Kites Over New England. These workshops include kite materials and instructions on how to build a kite, as well as the aerodynamics of kite flying and kite safety. American Kite Association members from throughout the East Coast will present kite demonstrations, perform kite routines to music, and fly giant kites. Kite vendors will be on site to sell various kinds of kites. Awards will also be given each day for oldest and youngest kitefliers, funniest kite, most unusual kite, and biggest kite. For more information on the Atlantic Coast Kite Festival, visit www.BeachStreet USA.com, or call 491-SUNN.
■ top flight The Atlantic Coast Kite Festival’s “Best Kite Contest” will consist of two parts: the actual kite itself (how it looks and how well it is made), and the participant’s ability to fly the kite. Participants must be able to fly their kites consecutively in the air for 5 minutes at a height of 100 feet.
Virginia International Tattoo marches through Norfolk By MC2 Darien G. Kenney Navy Public Affairs Support Element East
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U.S. Fleet Forces Band, along with other U.S. service members and seven countries participated in the 18th annual Virginia International Tattoo at the Norfolk Scope Arena, April 24-27. The Virginia International Tattoo is the largest military musical display in the U.S. and is the biggest event of the year for the Fleet Forces Band who have been participating since 1997, the start of the Virginia Arts Festival.
The performance exhibited military bands and performers from around the world and in keeping with the theme of the 2014 Tattoo to recognize and honor Vietnam veterans and their families, the “Wall that Heals” was on display. “It is a half-scale replica of the Vietnam Memorial. It hasn’t been to the region since 2002, and it will be an opportunity for families, and all 58 thousand plus names are on it,” said J. Scott Jackson, Virginia International Tattoo producer/director. Tattoo has a cast of more than 800 artists that exhibit marching bands, massed pipes and drums, drill teams, gymnasts, Scottish
dancers, choirs and more. Also new this year was Hullabaloo, an Edinburgh Festival-inspired event. “When you walk up the royal mile [at the Edinburgh Festival], and you go to the Edinburgh Castle, before the very note sounds, you have already had a good time,” said Jackson. “So we wanted to kind of give that experience to our audience.” Other highlights were the special audience night for special needs patrons, student matinees open to students and the education outreach events in which performers went into area schools to provide a more intimate experience for students.
Children dance during a puppet sing along presented by Young Audiences of Virginia artists during “The Arts Are Wild - Literally” event at the Virginia Zoo April 13, 2013.
‘The Arts Are Wild’ returns to Zoo for literacy celebration NORFOLK
Virginia brings “The Arts Are Wild,” a literacy celebration through the arts, back to the Virginia Zoo, May 3, from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. “The Arts Are Wild is a fantastic event bringing arts and education together to entertain and educate children of all ages,” said Greg Bockheim, the Zoo’s executive director. “We’re thrilled to have YAV as a partner in the event again this year.” “The Arts Are Wild” activities will include musical performances by YAV artists, story boarding, comic book art, poetry, and more. All the activities are included with regular Zoo admission. Families will also have the opportunity to meet award-winning author and illustrator Cece Bell, well known for her “Sock
This year’s event is scheduled for May 3 from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m., and will features music, stories, poetry and more.
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Monkey” and “Rabbit & Robot” children’s book series. Books will be available for purchasing and signing at the event. The Arts Are Wild will be emceed by “13 News Now” anchor Sandra Parker and YAV Executive Director Michael Kerry Williams. The Virginia Zoo is open daily from 10
a.m. to 5 p.m. and located at 3500 Granby Street in Norfolk. Daily admission prices are $11 for adults, $10 for seniors (age 62 and over) and $9 for children ages 2-11. Children under 2 admitted free. For more information about “The Arts Are Wild,” visit online at www.virginiazoo.org or call 441-2374.
Pull up your seat for ‘Family Movies on the Lawn’ PORTSMOUTH
nTelos Wireless Pavilion invites you and the entire family to “Family Movies on the Lawn,” Saturday evenings in May. Gates open at 7:30 p.m. and the show starts at DUSK/8 p.m. The nTelos Wireless Pavilion is the perfect backdrop for these free events. Films for this series are all lovable Disney pictures that the
entire family will enjoy. The schedule includes: Although the movies begin at dusk, attend■ May 3 – “The Princess and the Frog” (PG) ees are encouraged to arrive early to find a ■ May 10 – “Planes” (PG) good viewing spot on the lawn. Blankets and ■ May 17 – “Frozen” (PG) sand chairs are recommended. Concessions ■ May 24 – No movie; free UMOJA Festival will be open with food and beverage options ■ May 31 – “The Karate Kid” (2010) (PG) as well. Parking is also free in all City of For more information, visit www.PavilionPortsmouth parking garages and lots. Concerts.com, or call 393-8181.
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Mutt Strut Dog Walk & Fest ■ When: May 4; 12:30 to 5:30 p.m. ■ Where: Arrowhead YMCA Conference
and Outdoor Center, 275 Kenyon Road, Suffolk ■ For more information, contact: Suffolk Humane at 538-3030 Get ready to have a furr-tastic tme at this year’s sixth annual Mutt Strut Dog Walk and Festival. At the heart of the event is the well-known pledge walk, where participants donate $20 as a registration fee to walk and can set-up a First Giving website to collect more pledges for the Suffolk Humane Society. There will be a variety of dog demonstrations, pet screenings, as well as costume contests, Race the Wind contests, and a Frosty Paws eating contest. Several vet clinics are coming together for the benefit of the animals as well and will feature rabies vaccines, weight management, microchips, and more. New this year, the children will even have contests of their own. There will also be a silent auction with a plethora of items from which to choose, vendors to visit, local entertainment, and a great time to be had by all who come, people and animals alike.
Sesame Street, USO Experience ■ When: April 29 through May 4 ■ Where: JEB Little Creek, NAS Oceana
and Naval Station Norfolk ■ Cost: Free for military families and their children ■ For more information, contact: www.sesamestreet. com/TLC or www.uso.org Sesame Street and the USO are bring the furry, fuzzy and friendly muppets to military families in Hampton Roads. There will be a mini-show and giveaways. Doors open 30 minutes prior to show time; seating is limited on a firstcome, first-served basis. Shows will be held at JEB Little Creek, Gator Theater, bldg. 3104 on April 29 at 5 p.m.; at NAS Oceana, Aerotheater, bldg. 531 on April 30 at 6 p.m. and May 1 at 4:30 p.m.; and at Naval Station Norfolk, DeVary Hall, bldg. C-9 on May 4 at 2 and 4:30 p.m.
Virginia Beach Parks & Recreation and Virginia Beach Clean Community Commission invite you to Earth Day Celebration 2014 on May 3 at Mount Trashmore Park in Virginia Beach from 11 a.m. to 4 pm. Free and open to the public with ample onsite parking, this family-friendly event invites you to celebrate your commitment to bettering the environment. Refresh your approach to making our world a healthier place with various exhibits, displays and activities that will give you a chance to discover and explore effective and convenient ways to green your lifestyle. Some highlights for this year’s event: AAA Recycling Zone (10 a.m. to 2 p.m.) See a complete list of acceptable items for various free recycling opportunities below at www.VBgov.com/ earthday: ■ Electronics Recycling by Versability Resources – Take this opportunity to safely dispose of unwanted home electronics and computer equipment. ■ Metals Recycling – Bring your old appliances, like vacuum cleaners, blenders, washers, dryers, ovens, and air conditioners to be recycled. You can also haul your old lawn mowers, trimmers, spreaders, drills, saws and other types of metal. ■ Household Hazardous Waste Disposal – Properly dispose of items that shouldn’t be in your trash can, like latex paint, automotive fluids, light bulbs, batteries, fertilizers and pool chemicals. No more than 5 gallons of liquids or 75 pounds of dry chemical can be accepted at this event. Waste should be in original container with labeling intact. ■ Car Battery Round Up – Get a $5 Wawa gift card (while supplies last) for every vehicle battery you bring in (up to 3 per person). Car, motorcycle, lawnmower and tractor batteries will be accepted. ■ Child Safety Seat Recycling – Have a used child safety seat that no longer
Courtesy photo Mount Trashmore Park in Virginia Beach was one of the nation’s first recycled landfills when it opened in 1974. The 165-acre park was created by compacting layers of solid waste and clean soil.
meets industry safety standards? Bring it to the AAA Recycling Zone, and we’ll see to it that all the plastic parts are properly recycled. ■ Purchase a Rain Barrel and/or Composter – Cut your household water bill with a conservation-friendly rain barrel and make your own nutrient-rich soil for the garden by investing in a composter, both available for purchase onsite at this event. Visit VBgov.com/earthday to reserve yours today. ■ Document Shredding by Cintas – Bring your personal documents to be shredded for free onsite. Staples and paperclips do not need to be removed, but please no metals, three ring binders, batteries or plastics. Green Market Check out a new feature at this year’s Earth Day where small, green, local and fair-trade vendors will have products for sale. Come out and support local businesses. Trashion Show (1 p.m.) Students from Cox High School Fashion Marketing program will present a unique fashion show featuring original student designs that have been constructed from 100 percent recycled and repurposed materials including old beach balls, newspapers, used CDs, trash bags, paper bags and more. Modeled by
the students who created them, these “trashion” masterpieces were created as a mindful and relevant study of stylish sustainability. Dumpster Dive Demo (noon to 3 p.m.) Are we recycling as much as we can? Project Green Teens will sift through trash and debris in a park dumpster to find items that could have been recycled. Previous dumpster dives revealed that nearly 50 percent of one dumpster’s contents could have been recycled. See the full report at www.VBgov.com/PGT. Other attractions ■ Enjoy live music featuring The Futuros at 11a.m. and London at 2 p.m. ■ Delicious festival foods will be available for purchase. ■ Fun children’s activities will be hosted by the Girl Scout Council of Colonial Coast. ■ To increase recycling awareness, the public is invited to paint a recycling container onsite with students from the Governor’s School for the Arts. ■ Children can download the Go Green Calendar at www.VBgov.com/ earthday and complete each activity to get a treat. For more information, call Katie Whanger at (757) 385-0426 (TTY: dial 711), e-mail kwhanger@VBgov.com or visit www.vbgov.com/earthday.
Summer basketball league ■ When:
Coaches meeting May 13 at 10:30 a.m.; league begins May 28 ■ Where: Meeting will be held in bldg. CEP 127 (Bowling Center) ■ Cost: Free ■ For more information, contact: Barbara A. Carl at 444-4016 or e-mail barbara.a.carl@navy.mil The league is open to active duty service members assigned to Naval Station Norfolk and permanently assigned DOD civilians representing their assigned commands.
Celebrating Children 2014 ■ When: May 10; 9 a.m. to noon ■ Where: Mount Trashmore Park, Virginia Beach ■ Cost: Free ■ For more information, contact: Pendleton Child
Service Center at 385-4537 Support Child Abuse Prevention and Month of the Military Child at this free family-focused event full of fitness and fun. A family 1.5-mile walk-run begins at 9:30 a.m. There will be kid-friendly games and activities.
Brian Regan coming to Chrysler Hall ■ When: May 9; 8 p.m. ■ Where: Chrysler Hall, Norfolk ■ Cost: $39.75 ■ For more information, visit: www.BrianRegan.com
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Great Wolf Lodge day passes on sale through Big Brothers Big Sisters WILLIAMSBURG
Live Nation welcomes comedian Brian Regan to Chrysler Hall. The perfect balance of sophisticated writing and physicality, Brian fills theaters nationwide with fervent fans that span generations. Tickets are available at Livenation.com and the Scope Arena box office.
Fort Huger walking tours ■ When: May 3; 10 a.m. ■ Where: Fort Huger, 15080 Talcott Terrace, Smithfield ■ Cost: Free ■ For more information, contact: Isle of Wight
County’s Historic Resources Department at 357-0115 or visit www.historicisleofwight.com Visitors to Fort Huger are invited for a free walking tour of the site to learn the significance of this gateway to the Confederate capital. Led by local historian Albert Burckard, this tour will last approximately one hour. Reservations are not required. Fort Huger is a strategic Civil War fort located on a bluff overlooking the James River. This fort, along with Fort Boykin, was established to block the approach by land and river to the Confederate capital in Richmond. Self-guided tours of the fort provide a view of the James River Reserve Fleet.
Big Brothers Big Sisters of the Greater Virginia Peninsula is excited to announce the second year of its fund-raising event in partnership with Great Wolf Lodge. Guests normally can only visit Great Wolf Lodge if they have lodging accommodations at the resort. Because of its national partnership with Big Brothers Big Sisters of America, Great Wolf Lodge is allowing Big Brothers Big Sisters to sell water park day passes as a fund-raiser. “Big Brothers Big Sisters provides mentors for youth extending from Williamsburg into the Peninsula,” said Kevin Furnas, general manager of the Great Wolf Lodge. “We at Great Wolf Lodge believe that this is one very small way we can help Big Brothers Big Sisters, its mission and continue investing in our surrounding community.” The entire purchase price of each day pass goes to Big Brothers Big Sisters. “We are deeply excited to be able to partner with Great Wolf Lodge and then also to be able to provide such a
We are deeply excited to be able to partner with Great Wolf Lodge and then also to be able to provide such a unique opportunity to the community at the same time.” -Ayanna King, CEO of Big Brothers Big Sisters
unique opportunity to the community at the same time,” said Ayanna King, CEO of Big Brothers Big Sisters. “We think these passes are going to go quickly, so if you’re interested, you need to purchase them today.” The price is $20 for day passes which allow entry into the Great Wolf Lodge’s indoor water park, located at 549 East Rochambeau Drive, Williamsburg. The passes can only be purchased online at http://bbbsgvpbigsplash.eventbrite. com and do not include lodging. Passes can be purchased for Thursday, May 1, through Thursday, May 22 (except Saturdays). Passes are not available at Great Wolf Lodge. Once tickets are
purchased, there are no refunds, date exchanges or changes. Day passes must be purchased for children 3-years-old and up. All adults accompanying a youth must purchase a day pass as well. Great Wolf Lodge states that all minors must be accompanied by an adult. Day passes are valid for a single day of use. Once your ticket is purchased, you must bring printed tickets to the Great Wolf Lodge waterpark for entry. Great Wolf Lodge and Big Brothers Big Sisters will be note be able to print your tickets for entry. Supplies are limited. For questions, call the Big Brothers and Big Sisters office at 253-0676.
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Naval Station Norfolk to host auto auction May 7
Make the most of summer with easy ways to go boating
The next Naval Station Norfolk automobile auction is scheduled for May 7. The auction will normally start at noon at the direction of the auctioneer. All vehicles available at the auction have been abandoned on Naval Station Norfolk and are sold as is. Vehicles may be viewed at Bldg. SP-314 from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. on the Monday and Tuesday prior to the day of the auction. All bidders must be registered and have a bidder number. Vehicles must be paid for in full before they are removed from the auction site. For more information, call the Impound Lot office at 444-2631, Monday through Friday from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., or visit online at www.genedanielsauctions.com.
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Many Americans felt the effects of a long winter but now it’s finally time to start planning for summer fun. So what can you do to make the most of the summer months? Flipping through a celebrity magazine, it’s easy to spot stars on exotic getaways, enjoying the water aboard a mega yacht. But, boating isn’t just for the rich and famous – you don’t have to be a millionaire to get out on the water. Climbing aboard a boat is easier than you may think and it is one of the best ways to make every weekend feel like a vacation. Boating is a popular American pastime, with an estimated 88.5 million Americans getting on the water each year, according to the National Marine Manufacturers Association. What’s more, boating is close to home with 90 percent of Americans living within an hour’s drive of a lake, river or ocean perfect for boating. “The reality is there’s a boat for every budget and for boaters, being on the water creates priceless experiences – whether it’s fishing, watersports, sailing, personal watercraft or cruising, spending time on the water with family and friends creates memories for a lifetime,” said Carl Blackwell, president of Discover Boating. “Being an avid boater, I know how accessible it can be and how important it is to do your research to figure out what kind of boat fits your budget and lifestyle. One of the best kept secrets is how to get on the water without owning a boat – consider it research since it gets you on your way to becoming a boater before you own one.”
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The reality is there’s a boat for every budget and for boaters, being on the water creates priceless experiences.” -Carl Blackwell, president of Discover Boating
DiscoverBoating.com has four budget-friendly ways to get your feet wet this summer: ■ Join the club – Boat clubs are one of the best ways to experience the boating lifestyle. There are thousands of boating clubs and organizations across the U.S. that offer everything from sailing to powerboating and watersports. Members receive access to a fleet of boats for use, plus clubs usually provide maintenance, storage and boating education. Find a club near you using the boat club finder. ■ Get schooled – Boating schools and courses are a great way to take the helm and learn the rules of the water. Hone your sailing or powerboating skills by learning the basics in boat operation and have fun in the process.
Check out a list of courses and find one that floats your boat close to home. ■ Test the waters – Rental options have come a long way with hourly or daily rentals to peer-to-peer options making boating even more accessible. Boat renters can now rent directly through boat owners, creating an affordable way to use privately-owned boats equipped with amenities from insurance to boating education. Another popular option is fractional ownership, similar to lodging timeshares, where members can pre-schedule use of the boat online, and week-long charters that let you fully experience the boating lifestyle. ■ Climb aboard – Looking to captain your own vessel? There’s a boat out there for every budget, interest and body of water. Use the Discover Boating boat selector tool to narrow down the search for everything from price to number of passengers to boating activities and more. The tool matches you with boats that fit your needs, so you can do your homework and have a head start on shopping. This spring and summer, don’t get left on the dock and take advantage of the warmer weather aboard a boat. Whether curious about boating or looking into ownership, explore opportunities to get your feet wet and experience the fun of life on the water.
Following are the vehicles scheduled to be available at the Naval Station Norfolk automobile auction. This list is subject to change. YEAR 1977 1979 1985 1988 1988 1992 1993 1997 1997 1998 1999 2000 2000 2001 2001 2001 2001 2002 2002 2002 2002 2002 2002 2002 2002 2003 2003 2003 2004 2005 2005 2005 2007 2012
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The Amazing Spider-Man 2 We’ve always known that Spider-Man’s most important conflict has been within himself – the struggle between the ordinary obligations of Peter Parker and the extraordinary responsibilities of Spider-Man. But in “The Amazing Spider-Man 2,” Peter Parker finds that his greatest battle is about to begin. It’s great to be Spider-Man (Andrew Garfield). For Peter Parker, there’s no feeling quite like swinging between skyscrapers, embracing being the hero, and spending time with Gwen (Emma Stone). But being Spider-Man comes at a price: only SpiderMan can protect his fellow New Yorkers from the formidable villains that threaten the city. With the emergence of Electro (Jamie Foxx),
Peter must confront a foe far more powerful than he. And as his old friend, Harry Osborn (Dane DeHaan), returns, Peter comes to realize that all of his enemies have ve one thing in common: Oscorp.
Walk of Shame After losing an audition for her er dream job, an aspiring Los Angeles TV news anchor (Elizabeth Banks) goes out for an uncharacteristic night of partying. She awakes in a stranger’s bed to a phone message from her agent telling her the job is hers, if she can make it across town by 5 p.m. Stranded in an unknown area without money, a phone, and a car, she embarks on a series of misadventures as she races to the most important job interview of her life.
The Protector 2 » Boss Suchart is the influential owner of a major elephant camp. When he was murdered in his own home – the killer delivered three fatal blows on his body – all evidence points to Kham (Tony Jaa), who was present at the crime scene and was seen with the victim the moment before he died. Kham is forced to run as the police launches a pursuit. Meanwhile, the twin nieces of Boss Suchart (JijaYanin Wismitanan and Teerada Kittisiriprasert) are out for revenge. But luck is on Kham’s side when he runs into Sergeant Mark (Mum Jokmok), an Interpol agent sent to Thailand on a secret mission. As Kham is hunted by several parties, he’s also desperately searching for Khon, his elephant, whose disappearance is involved with Boss Suchart’s death. In another twist, Kham is drawn into an underground fighting ring run by LC (RZA), a crime lord who’s obsessed with collecting top-class martial artists from around the world. LC’s fighters are branded only by numbers, such as the lethal, beautiful Twenty (Ratha Pho-ngam) and the diabolical No. 2 (Marrese Crump). These fighters are ordered to defeat and capture Kham for a special mission that LC has in mind.
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Saturday, May 3 1 p.m. – Mr. Peabody & Sherman in 3D (PG) 4 p.m. – Need For Speed (PG-13) 7 p.m. – Captain America:The Winter Soldier (PG-13) Sunday, May 4 1 p.m. – Noah (PG-13) 4 p.m. – Divergent (PG-13) 7 p.m. – Grand Budapest Hotel (R)
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Flagship contributing writer George Pantas (aka Yiorgo) got the experience of his lifetime when made the trip to New Orleans for WrestleMania XXX.
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A 40-year journey to WrestleMania 30 By Yiorgo Contributing Writer
I have had an incredible chain of unbelievable events that have lead me to attending my very first WrestleMania, and it was WrestleMania XXX. And what a weekend it was. I, along with the more than 75,000 fans in attendance, participated in history. From the Undertaker’s streak coming to an end at the hands of Brock Lesnar, to the amazingly talented Cesaro all in one night getting rid of his partner Jack Swagger and manager Zeb Colter and winning the first ever Andre the Giant 30-men over-the-top battle royal, to Daniel Bryan becoming the heavyweight champion – it was all so magical. For me, the magic started 40 years before. I came to America when I was 10 years old in 1966 and grew up in Hampton. I discovered professional wrestling on WAVY TV 10, the local NBC affiliate, and fell in love with it immediately. The wrestlers were true television stars and every two weeks you would get to see them live at the Hampton Coliseum or the Norfolk arena, and eventually the Norfolk Scope. I was hooked. It was at the Hampton Coliseum that I met and became friends with Joe Murnick, the promoter of the Virginia/North Carolina portion of Mid Atlantic Wrestling/Jim Crockett Promotions, his wife Shirley, and two sons Carl and Elliott who ran the territory. The Murnicks allowed me to use my regular 8 and super 8 cameras to film the matches at the Hampton Coliseum and Norfolk Scope while sitting next to the ring announcer. This gave me the opportunity to see and film wrestling up close and personal during the early 1970s and early 1980s when it was in its heyday.
Mid-Atlantic Wrestling/Jim Crockett Promotions was the hotbed of wrestling during those years. All the stars of that era came through the territory. Not only did I become friends with some of the wrestlers at the time, I also had their matches on film. My footage is a who’s who of pro wrestling – from Ric Flair to Ricky Steamboat, from Roddy Piper to Harley Race, from Blackjack Mulligan to Wahoo McDaniel, and on and on. What I filmed for my pleasure back then, became my treasure 40 years later. My rare footage has become very valuable. Last summer, Highspots Video purchased for a limited use a small portion of my footage and used it in the Jim Crockett Promotions documentary directed by Michael Elliott that went on to win the best professional wrestling DVD of 2013. And that brings us to the present with WWE, and what a present it has been. After very lengthy negotiations with Ben Brown, who is in charge of the archives at WWE, that included WWE COO Paul Michael Levesque (better as HHH) and WWE’s Director of Asset Management George Kapetanakos as well as Matt Brucatto WWE’s Media Content Manager, we came to an agreement and my footage has now been purchased by WWE and will soon be seen by fans worldwide. A trip to Stamford, Conn., where WWE is located, was next on the agenda. With limo rides from my house to the airports and back, to putting me up at the Hilton, to tours of the WWE TV studios, warehouse and cooperate, and finally being interviewed for the WWE Network for over an hour by Tavis Tenney in order to tell the behind the scene stories of my footage and being with the wrestlers, I was made to feel like the million dollar man. For a true wrestling fan like me, going
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inside The WWE warehouse to where few have been was like winning the golden ticket to Willie Wanka’s factory. Everything from the old WWWF, WCW, other promotions and WWE props, cages, rings, belts, robes, signs, and so much more was there. I was indeed humbled with how much history was at my fingertips. I even saw, touched, and took pictures with the original WWF ring from the first WrestleMania, and now thanks to WWE, they treated me to a once in a lifetime experience, attending WrestleMania 30 as well as all the added excitement of WWE Axxess and the Hall of Fame Ceremony. My adventure was only beginning. Another event called Wrestlecon that schedules itself to complement WrestleMania was also going on down the street in New Orleans. Wrestlecon brings together vendors, fans and legends of pro wrestling all under one roof. It is a Godsend for all wrestling fans. Here I had the opportunity to help out and also reconnect with many wrestlers. From spending quality time with former World NWA champ Terry Funk, who is a big fan of Vanguard Championship Wrestling, to talking with former WWF/E champ Bret Hart, to WWE 2014 Hall of Fame inductee Razor Ramon/Scott Hall, to having ECW/ WWE/TNA superstar Tommy Dreamer put me over to Bubba Ray and Devon Dudley and Velvet Sky anything can and did happen on this magical weekend. The weekend kicked off with WWE Axxess, an interactive opportunity for fans and wrestlers to mingle together. Current WWE Superstars and Legends were available for fans to meet, chat and take photos with. I had the opportunity to meet Pat Patterson and Jimmy Hart, who were gracious with their time. Fans were also able to attend NXT live matches. A museum of
WWE wrestling memorabilia was set up for fans to see. I enjoyed seeing the fans’ reactions to such items as the Ultimate Warrior’s jacket, the Undertaker robes, Harley Race’s robe and crown, different WWWF/E World Heavyweight belts and so much more. I was honored and humbled when I helped escort the Andre The Giant Memorial Trophy out of the museum. There was so much more to see and do at the WWE Axxess that you needed at least two days to see and do it all. Attending the 2014 WWE Hall of Fame was an amazing experience. Being present and seeing these great athletes getting what they finally deserved was a great privilege. Then came WrestleMania itself. A party atmosphere if there ever was one with more than 75,000 people from all over the world had gathered to be entertained. It was with much happiness that I witnessed Cesaro win the first ever Andre The Giant Memorial Trophy. He is an old friend, and we had worked together in the past in VCW. The excitement continued the next day at the airport when the opportunity arose again to see and say goodbye to new friends, fans and wrestlers. I enjoyed spending quality time with Diamond Dallas Page, his wife Kimberly and Kevin Nash. Also there were legends like Ron Simmons, Jerry Brisco and I renewed my friendship with Paul Orndorff. I feel very blessed to have been able to participate and partake in all the WrestleMania 30 and Wrestlecon activities. Thank you WWE and all the people involved through the years that have helped to make this once in a lifetime experience unforgettable. My wish is for all pro wrestling fans to have the opportunity and experience live what WrestleMania is all about – an adventure beyond your wildest expectations!
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Chase Elliott’s success in Nationwide reminds car owner of Chase’s cousin, the late Casey Elliott By Rick Minter Universal Uclick
Chase Elliott continues to make headlines in the NASCAR Nationwide Series, with back-to-back wins at Texas Motor Speedway and Darlington Raceway and a strong second-place finish behind Kevin Harvick at Richmond International Racewayt. He’s atop the points standings heading into this weekend’s Aaron’s 312 at Talladega Superspeedway, 19 points ahead of his JR Motorsports teammate Regan Smith. Back home in Dawsonville, Ga., the fan base that his father Bill Elliott built has been re-energized. A new generation has come to enjoy the sounding of the siren atop the Dawsonville Pool Room, where young Chase once worked washing dishes and preparing salads, every time he wins a race. But there are some who hear the good news about Chase and are reminded of another young Elliott and what might have been. In the early 1990s, Casey Elliott – the son of
Ernie and Sheila Elliott and nephew of Bill Elliott – came charging through the ranks of the local Late Model drivers on his way to a career in the series now known as Nationwide. He ran two Nationwide races in 1993, at Michigan International Speedway and Charlotte Motor Speedway. He qualified eighth at Michigan and fourth at Charlotte, and every indication was that the 19-year-old driver was poised to follow in his famous uncle’s tire tracks. But before he ever raced again, Casey Elliott was stricken with cancer. He died on Jan. 14, 1996. Had he lived, he would be 40 years old this year. Gerald Voyles of Carnesville, Ga., was Elliott’s car owner in Late Model racing and is among those who are reminded of Casey every time Chase enjoys success on the track. “I always wonder what he could have been,” Voyles said. “The kid had everything. He had good looks, a great personality, great driving ability, and he had the Elliott name.”
Driving Voyles’ cars, Elliott won big all over the Southeast, and in his final race, he held off a pack of veteran drivers to win the Budweiser 300 at Lanier Raceway, one of the premier races and premier tracks of that era. Voyles, who has fielded cars for numerous drivers at all levels of the sport over the years, said Casey Elliott always expressed his appreciation. “I never heard him do an interview that he didn’t thank me,” Voyles said. “A lot of drivers don’t do that, but Casey was a first-class person.” Voyles, now 65, is fielding Late Model cars for his grandson, Adam Smith, who started his career racing at some of the same short tracks as Chase Elliott. Smith races a bright red No. 14. Another one of Voyles’ cars, the No. 94 Ford that Elliott drove, is on display at the Georgia Auto Racing Hall of Fame in Dawsonville. “It’s where it ought to be,” Voyles said of that car. “We need to do all we can to keep Casey’s memory alive.”
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