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Roosevelt celebrates Mother’s Day
MC2 Justin Wolpert
Dinner was held to honor mothers serving onboard TR, mothers everywhere ■ the photo above Boatswain’s Mate 1st Class Karina Gasca reads a Mother’s Day Card written by the crew aboard the Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer USS Roosevelt (DDG 80). Roosevelt is deployed as a part of the George H.W. Bush Carrier Strike Group supporting maritime security operations and theatre security efforts in the U.S. 5th fleet area of responsibility.
By MC2 Justin Wolpert
By Shannon Maxwell
George H.W. Bush Strike Group Public Affairs
Commander Navy Installations Command Ready Navy Program
USS ROOSEVELT, AT SEA
Sailors took time to honor the mothers aboard USS Roosevelt (DDG 80) with a Mother’s Day dinner and presentation hosted by the Junior Enlisted Association, May 11. The dinner highlighted the importance of mothers everywhere and served as a time to honor the mothers that are serving as crew members of the Roosevelt during her current deployment. “We wanted the mothers on board to know that their sacrifice is a valued one,” said Cmdr. Jay Clark, commanding officer of USS Roosevelt. “It truly takes an extraordinary woman to be both a mother and a United States Sailor.” The events included a steak and lobster dinner and a custom Mother’s Day cake along with poems and songs performed by the crew, as well as cards written to the mothers from the crew thanking them for their service. “It is hard,” said Fire Controlman 2nd Class Shannon Hendricks. “I miss my children immensely, but I take comfort in the fact that I am doing something that they are proud of and understand.” Boatswain’s Mate 1st Class Karina Gasca echoed the same sentiment. “It is unimaginably difficult to be apart from your children for many months at a time,” she said. “However, I remember that I am doing this all for them and that alone makes it all worth it.”
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HURRICANE, TYPHOON SEASON BEGINS SOON
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The 2014 Hurricane and Typhoon season will begin soon. Ready Navy, a Commander, Navy Installations Command (CNIC) program, wants all Sailors and their families to prepare for the 2014 season. “It’s important for Sailors and their families, and civilian personnel recieve
information from within their command about the likeliness of hurricanes or typhoons in the area, as well as preparation procedures and expectations,” said Vice Adm. William French, Commander, Navy Installations Command. “You can visit the Ready Navy website and take steps to ensure that your families are ready to face a hurricane at home, particularly if they must face them alone should you be deployed.”
» see HURRICANE | A9
New rules for advancement Five changes you need to know about By MC1 Elliott Fabrizio
To watch the video, visit http://www. navy.mil/viewVideo.asp?id=19447 Here are the five things you need to know:
Chief of Naval Personnel Public Affairs
WASHINGTON
The Navy announced significant changes to the current advancement policy, including a new formula for the Final Multiple Score (FMS) that will be in effect for the next advancement cycle in fall 2014. In sum, the FMS changes increase the weight on areas where Sailors demonstrate superior performance and technical knowledge and decrease the value of longevity-based factors such as Service In Pay Grade (SIPG). Master Chief Petty Officer of the Navy (MCPON) Mike Stevens and Fleet Master Chief for Manpower Personnel Training and Education (MPT&E) April Beldo sat down to discuss why these changes were made and how they will impact Sailors.
SURFACE LINE WEEK (SLW) 2014 CHALLENGE Sailors, Marines and civilians from Commander, Naval Surface Force Atlantic and its tenet commands and subordinate units competed in the Surface Line Week (SLW) 2014 Challenge at Naval Station Norfolk and Joint Expeditionary Base Little CreekFort Story, May 12-16. » see A8
online You can find more information on hurricane/typhoon terminology and preparation strategies at www.Ready.Navy.mil, or follow Ready Navy on Facebook (www. facebook.com/ReadyNavy) and Twitter (@ReadyNavy).
Change #1: In the new FMS for E4 and E5 the value of your standard score (advancement exam) becomes the largest factor considered for advancement. For E6 and E7, performance mark average becomes the largest factor in determining Sailors’ FMS. To see the new Final Multiple Score breakdown, visit: http://tinyurl.com/kbr2swa. These changes mean performance will be measured differently for junior and senior pay grades to target advancement consideration on the qualities expected at those levels. “Our junior Sailors are out there doing the job they’ve been trained for, and leadership’s expectation of them is that they know their occupational skill, and we measure that with the standard test,” said Beldo.
Lincoln CSADD Sailors get fit with local students By MCSA Matthew Young USS Abraham Lincoln Public Affairs
NEWPORT NEWS
Members of the Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS Abraham Lincoln (CVN 72) Coalition of Sailors Against Destructive Decisions (CSADD) volunteered at Mary Passage Middle School to emphasize the importance of physical fitness, May 15. The community relations (COMREL) project was organized in correlation with the Navywide CSADD topic of the month - fitness.
» see ADVANCEMENT | A9
NAVY MEDICINE A wide range of Navy Medicine stories in this week’s Flagship include coverage on a new virus in the Middle East, preventing infection in the Navy, and mental health.
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» see CSADD | A9
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NSSA raises funds stop domestic violence Norfolk Ship Support Activity’s (NSSA) Executive Officer Capt. Raymond Goyet presented Young Women Christian Association’s (YWCA) Shelter Supervisor Alethia Caruso with a check for $756.38, May 14. NSSA’s Sexual Assault Prevention and Response (SAPR) held fundraisers during the month of April in order to raise money to donate to YWCA. Training was also held to help raise sexual assault awareness throughout the command.
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BLOOD DRIVES The Armed Services Blood Program (ASBP) will be conducting various blood drives in the month of May and June to include a drive at the Naval Station Norfolk Commissary.
USS Dunham starts simulated war games By MC3 (SW/AW) Derek Paumen Navy Public Affairs Support Element, East
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Naval Station Norfolk Commissary - 1588 Mall Drive, Norfolk | Saturday, June 14, 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. | Registration: Main Entrance Future blood drives include: ■ HM-14 - 538 A St. | Friday, May 23, 8 a.m. to noon | Registration: Hangar SP-31. ■ Fleet Industrial Supply Center (NAVSEA/NAVSUP/HP) - 1968 Gilbert St. | Wednesday, June 11, 9 a.m. to noon | Registration: 6th Floor, Robert Jack Room Support the troops downrange and our hospital patients by donating the gift of life. We need all blood types especially O negative and AB types. All DOD affiliated personnel welcome. All tenants welcome. For more information, email Ralph.peters@med.navy.mil or visit, www.militaryblood.dod.mil.
The guided-missile destroyer USS Jason Dunham (DDG 109) began the theater anti-submarine warfare (TASW) phase of Submarine Commander’s Course-40 (SSC-40) outside of the Bahamas, May 19. Jason Dunham was joined by embarked members of Destroyer Squadron 28 (DESRON-28), the guided-missile destroyer USS Farragut (DDG 99) and the guided-missile cruiser USS Gettysburg (CG 64). The exercise will give the vessels involved the unique opportunity to work and learn from one another; in order to improve their anti-submarine hunting capabilities. “It’s a benefit to our forces that we can support Submarine Atlantic (SUBLANT) and submarine forces in general,” said Capt. Richard Brawley, deputy commodore of DESRON-28. “We train our crews with something we never get to see during our training phase.” SSC-40 is a training course designed for naval officers preparing to take command of a submarine. The class lasts several weeks and comprises four phases, including classroom and field
instruction. SSC-40 has a long history with other nations and international participation is commonplace, both surface and submarine side. “SSC-40’s primary purpose is to qualify respective commanding officers and executive officers,” said Brawley. “Typically we try to involve other nations such as Canada or England.” During the three-day exercise, combatants participate in a wide variety of exercises including torpedo launch and evasion, counter fire operations, and the search and prosecution of enemy submarines using multiple radars, sonar, and sonobuoys. For the Sailors involved, the course gives them a chance to put their training to the test and take the knowledge gained from each other into possible future combat scenarios. “There’s no limitations on a submarine,” said Sonar Technician (Surface) 1st Class Michael Miller. “The gloves are coming off. This is as real as we ever get to practice. We will take the information and apply it wherever we deploy in the world for anti-submarine warfare as needed.” Jason Dunham is currently operating in the U.S. 2nd Fleet area of responsibility participating in SCC-40.
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TR’S DAY AT THE TIDES GAME Sailors from the USS Theodore Roosevelt (CVN 71) attended a Norfolk Tides baseball game at Harbor Park, May 15. Cmdr. Jeff Craig threw the first pitch and a TR Sailor sang the national anthem. See the full story at http://tinyurl.com/mg346on.
BUSH CULINARY SPECIALIST COOKS ABOARD JEAN BART For six days, Culinary Specialist 3rd Class Tommie Book, the assistant leading petty officer of the flag mess aboard USS George H.W. Bush (CVN 77), and French sailor Sebastian Harmant, switched places. Book cooked meals for French sailors aboard the French anti-aircraft frigate Jean Bart (D615), and Harant helped out the flag mess aboard Bush. See the full story at http://tinyurl.com/qhw67uc.
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TSCHR hosts ‘A Shot of Reality’ alcohol awareness training
NMCB 5 trudges through mud in Squad X A squad from the air detachment company of Naval Mobile Construction Battalion (NMCB) 5 runs through mud and water carrying sand bags during NMCB 5’s Squad X competition.
By RPSA Steven Caldwell Training Support Center Hampton Roads
The Squad X competition is between squads representing each of the battalion’s five companies.
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Irresponsible alcohol use isn’t funny, but Sailors, Marines, and civilians at Training Support Center Hampton Roads (TSCHR) were left in stitches, learning while laughing, during a performance designed to educate personnel on the adverse effects of alcohol, May 5-6. More than 300 staff and students were treated to “A Shot of Reality” by the comedy duo of Patrick McIntyre and Gillian Bellinger. The alcohol awareness program is designed to provide an unconventional way of highlighting and discussing alcohol abuse. The training was coordinated by Chief Electrician’s Mate (SW) Will Harrington, the TSCHR Drug and Alcohol Program Advisor. “We wanted to expose our young Sailors and Marines to something different related to alcohol awareness training; something that the students could relate to, not just another brief; something entertaining that would grab their attention, keep their attention and hopefully stick with them – so that, when they are faced with a real-life situation involving alcohol, they make good choices,” said Capt. Brent Kyler, TSCHR commanding officer. According to Harrington, “Drinking is a choice; it’s not something you have to do just because everyone else is drinking. The show isn’t meant to completely deter people from drinking alcohol, but to [drink] responsibly,” said Harrington. The show provided tips like staying hydrated, not drinking on an empty stomach, the negative effects of alcohol that hinder health and judgment, and having a plan if drinking is intended. “We are here to make the audience aware of what could happen when alcohol is involved and then it’s up to them to make the right decision,” said McIntyre. Harrington added that they “will continue to keep educating our staff and students because if just one life is spared due to alcohol awareness training, then we’ve done our job.” For more news from Training Support Center Hampton Roads, visit www.navy.mil/local/tschr/
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NAVY DISESTABLISHES MCAST By MC1 Matt Daniels MCAST Public Affairs
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Maritime Civil Affairs and Security Training Command (MCAST) officially disestablished May 16 after five years of service, during a small ceremony aboard Naval Air Station (NAS) Oceana – Dam Neck Annex in Virginia Beach. Capt. Marc Gordnier, commanding officer of MCAST, formally stooddown the crew, presented awards, and then spoke about the pride he felt in the command’s accomplishments and their contribution to the Navy before presenting the command’s ensign to Rear Adm. Frank Morneau, Commander, Navy Expeditionary Combat Command (NECC). MCAST was formed in 2009 from the merger of two commands – Maritime Civil Affairs Group (MCAG) and Expeditionary Training Command (ETC) – under the guidance of NECC. The MCAST mission is to man, train, equip, and deploy both active duty and reserve expeditionary Sailors worldwide in order to conduct Civil-Military Operations (CMO) and Security Force Assistance (SFA) training in the mari-
time environment, as directed, in support of U.S. Navy missions. During its establishment, MCAST has conducted three types of missions in support of all six Geographic Combatant Commanders (GCCs): Enduring/ Expeditionary (Combined Joint Task Force – Horn of Africa), Global Fleet Stations (Southern Partnership Station, Pacific Partnership), and Humanitarian Assistance/Disaster Response (HA/ DR) operations (Hurricane Sandy, Operation Unified Response). MCAST’s Mobile Training Teams (MTTs) delivered maritime expeditionary training and instruction to partner nation militaries in support of U.S. Embassy Country Teams’ strategic and security assistance plans. With a curriculum of 24 courses, MCAST’s SFA Detachment delivered timely, focused, custom training in the host nation’s language. During fiscal year 2013, MCAST SFA executed 45 percent of the U.S. Navy’s SFA missions. Morneau oversaw the disestablishment of MCAST in accordance with a message received Dec. 13, 2013, from the Chief of Naval Operations approving the disestablishment of MCAST-
MC2 Benjamin Wooddy Capt. Marc Gordnier, commanding officer of Maritime Civil Affairs and Security Training Command (MCAST) presents the command’s ensign to Rear Adm. Frank Morneau, Commander, Navy Expeditionary Combat Command (NECC) following the disestablishment ceremony aboard Naval Air Station (NAS) Oceana - Dam Neck Annex.
during fiscal year 2014. MCAST and its capabilities were identified for disestablishment during a comprehensive efficiency review to improve the department’s overall combat and combat support capability and to reduce the total cost of ownership. Other forces will assume the MCAST capabilities on a case-by-case basis.
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Are you up for chief? It’s not just about what you do – it’s about what’s on paper By MC3 Jules Stobaugh Defense Media Activity
When asking what qualities you look for in a chief, responses are usually quite standard: dedication, perseverance, determination, loyalty, dependability, and sustained superior performance. Rarely do you hear people say, a complete and up to date Official Military Personnel File (OMPF). But chances are, even if your dedication, perseverance, determination, loyalty, dependability, and sustained superior performance are praised by everyone around you, if your record is a hodgepodge of missing information and evaluation gaps, it will be set aside, along with your hopes of advancement. Taking the test for chief and making board gets your foot in the door, but from that point on the only voice you have is in the form of your OMPF; and you don’t want it saying the wrong thing to the board. Board members will begin looking at an eligible candidate’s OMPF, Performance
Summary Record (PSR) and any letters to the board (LTB) to determine who will be selected to become the Navy’s newest chief petty officers, using the convening orders and precepts set forth by the Chief of Naval Personnel (CNP) as a guide. “CNP signs out annually a precept that covers all the enlisted advancement selection boards for that year, and it talks about best and fully qualified, as does the convening order,” said Capt. Donald May, director for Officer and Enlisted Career Progression Division (Pers-80). “So if an eligible record exceeds the fully qualified threshold and is high up on the best-qualified threshold, then that is a sterling record.” The important thing to remember in regards to your record is that board members are looking for sustained superior performance, up to date awards, qualifications and accomplishments, and no evaluation gaps, said May. “If the OMPF and the PSR are 100 percent accurate, and if any gaps in evals are ex-
MC2 Timothy A. Hazel Taking the test for chief and making board gets your foot in the door, but from that point on the only voice you have is in the form of your Official Military Personnel File (OMPF).
If their record is not up to date and accurate, they’re not getting the best consideration possible for advancement.” -Capt. Donald May
plained through a letter to the board, that is exemplary,” said May. “The board members appreciate it because it shows, ‘hey, this Sailor is squared away and professional enough to keep their record up.’” LTBs can assist the board with your record if something is missing or needs to be clarified; but be careful not to add anything unnecessary, as they receive more than a million pieces of paper a year. “Letters to the board are a tool to communicate from the eligible to the board,” said May. “But if your OMPF and your PSR are accurate and up to date, there’s no gaps in evals, there’s no issues, then don’t submit a letter to the board. It’s not beneficial.” An eligible canidate will still be considered for selection despite an inaccurate or incomplete record because the board for chief is based on eligibility, not applications. So if a Sailor in the fleet is considered eligible for this board, he or she will be presented to the board as such. However, May still warns about the dangers of an incomplete record. “If their record is not up to
MCSA Aaron T. Kiser Paul Durbin, from Lincoln, Neb., teaches a Navy College Program for Afloat College Education (NCPACE) math session in the ship’s classroom aboard the amphibious assault ship USS Bataan.
VA OFFERS NEW ONLINE GI BILL COMPARISON TOOL Navy Personnel Command Public Affairs MILLINGTON, TENN.
The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) has a new website which makes it easier For Sailors trying to decide how to best use their Post-9/11 GI Bill to calculate benefits and learn more about approved colleges, universities and other training programs. The GI Bill Comparison Tool website – http://benefits.va.gov/ gibill/comparison – provides key information about college affordability and brings together information from more than 17
date and accurate, they’re not getting the best consideration possible for advancement.” The boards take place at Navy Personnel Command in Millington, Tenn., and are comprised of 21 officers and 138 enlisted Sailors for active duty and nine officers and 56 enlisted for reserve. The board members are chosen from across all rates and are from all over the fleet. The officers selected are O-5’s and O-6’s and the enlisted are mostly master chiefs with a small percentage of senior chiefs.
different online sources and three federal agencies, including the number of students receiving VA benefits at each school. The Post-9/11 GI Bill is a comprehensive education benefit created by Congress in 2008. In general, veterans and service members who have served on active duty for 90 or more days since Sept. 10, 2001 are eligible. Since 2009, VA has distributed over $30 billion in the form of tuition and other education-related payments to more than one million veterans, service members and their families, and to the universities, colleges and trade schools they attend.
Sailors interested in becoming a board member submit an application, and need to meet several requirements. “The applicant cannot be within 12 months of retirement, (and) they have to have passed their last PFA,” said May. “They also can’t have a relative who is eligible for that board and they cannot serve the same board two consecutive times.” After these standards are met, the applicants are then chosen based upon quota
online For more information about GI Bill programs, visit http:// tinyurl.com/ n9ubmjg.
requirements per rate and geographic region for proper representation among the fleet, said May. Once they are selected they are sworn to secrecy and are only allowed to inform their superiors of their selection. When the members finally convene, the magic happens. Just remember, behind every good trick there is usually a logical reveal; and that logic starts with your record. For more information on how to “Scrub your Record, visit http://tinyurl.com/k2d6rcz.
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A6 | THE FLAGSHIP | MAY 22, 2014 | FLAGSHIPNEWS.COM An E-2C+ Hawkeye from VAW-123 leads an E-2D Advanced Hawkeye and an E-2C Hawkeye 2000 from VAW120 over the Wright Brothers National Memorial during a photo shoot to commemorate the 50th anniversary of the E-2 Hawkeye.
Aircraft enters museum after 50 years of eet service By Lt. Matthew Orner VAW-120
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After 50 years of continuous naval service, the E-2C Hawkeye was inducted into the National Naval Aviation Museum on board Naval Air Station Pensacola, Fla., May 9. The E-2C Hawkeye was delivered from the “Screwtops� of Carrier Airborne Early Warning Squadron (VAW) 123 and worked in coordination with the “Greyhawks� of VAW-120, both stationed at Naval Station (NAVSTA) Norfolk, to get the last aircraft in the Navy’s inventory not currently at the museum, to join the vast collection of naval aircraft on display.
“We are extremely proud to work with the “Screwtopsâ€? to bring this aircraft to the Naval Aviation Museum in the model’s 50th year of service,â€? said Cmdr. Paul Lanzilotta, commanding ofďŹ cer of VAW-120. “The Hawkeye is one of the work horses of the eet and has deďŹ nitely earned its place in history.â€? During the ofďŹ cial ceremony commemorating the transfer of custody of the aircraft to the museum, Cmdr. Ray Leung, commanding ofďŹ cer of VAW-123 turned the aircraft over to U.S. Navy retired Capt. Robert Rasmussen, director of the museum in front of members of the board and staff of the museum, representatives from Northrop
Grumman who manufactured the aircraft, members and ight crews from VAW-123 and VAW-120, and variety of active and retired naval aviators, and aviation enthusiasts who were in attendance. In celebration of the 50th year of the Hawkeye’s eet service and in preparation for the Naval Aviation Museum induction, VAW-123 and VAW120 participated in a photo shoot with world renowned aerial photographer Ted Carlson. The shoot featured the oldest variant of the Hawkeye still in service, the E-2C+, as well as the E-2C Hawkeye 2000 and the next generation E-2D Advanced Hawkeye. The National Naval Aviation Museum maintains a
Photo courtesy of Ted Carlson | Fotodynamics
large collection of naval aircraft from past and present generations. On display at the museum are aircraft from the beginning of naval aviation through present day. The E-2 Hawkeye provides airborne early warning command and control for carrier strike groups and is uniquely equipped for other missions
to include airborne intercept control, airborne battleďŹ eld command and control, combat search and rescue, and communications. Since its initial employment by the Navy, the Hawkeye has been evolving and is anticipated to continue to serve well into the future with the ongoing eet integration of the E-2D.
The Navy’s Hawkeye eet is based at Chambers Field on NAVSTA Norfolk, Naval Base Ventura County Point Mugu, in Point Mugu, Calif., and Naval Air Facility Atsugi, Japan. The Fleet Replacement Squadron is based at Chambers Field where all E-2C and E-2D aircrew receive their initial training in the aircraft.
VFA-31 Sailor wins Maintainer of the Year Award â– the squadron VFA-31 is a squadron of Carrier Air Wing (CVW) 8 attached to USS Bush. CVW- 8 and Bush are supporting maritime security operations and theater security cooperation efforts in the U.S. 5th Fleet area of responsibility.
By MC3 (SW/AW) Ben Kelly USS George H.W. Bush Public Affairs
USS GEORGE H.W. BUSH, AT SEA
The hard work and leadership qualities of Strike Fighter Squadron (VFA) 31 member Aviation Structural Mechanic (Equipment) 1st Class Morville Cunningham have earned him the 2014 The Douglas L. Scott Memorial Maintainer of the Year Award. The annual award is given to one Sailor in recognition of superior performance and support in the ďŹ eld of aircraft egress systems and aircraftmounted oxygen systems. As VFA-31’s phase coordinator, Cunningham coordinated the maintenance actions of nine work centers to ensure scheduled, unscheduled, special and conditional maintenance actions were performed in compliance with all directives. “The award is for being the best at what we do, in regards to aviation life support,â€? said Cunningham. “Safety for
us is a very big deal. Some of the other rates have pre-operational checklists to make sure the work was done correctly, but for us that doesn’t happen. When we do maintenance we have to make sure the maintenance is done by the book and to a ‘T.’ No steps can be missed because we are responsible for someone else’s life.â€? The naval eet Maintainer Awards have been established to recognize active duty and reserve E1-E6 Navy and Marine Corps maintainers for their outstanding work in the ďŹ elds of aviation life support, oxygen, egress and night vision systems. The recipient’s performance must have signiďŹ cantly impacted their command’s day-to-day operations. Nominees must be a designated aviation structural mechanic (equipment), or aircraft safety equipment (Marine). They must have made signiďŹ cant contributions to maintaining or improving aircraft readiness as it pertains to egress and aircraft oxygen systems, ejection seats, crash-worthy systems or aircraft-
mounted oxygen systems. “Cunningham was nominated for the award, because of his outstanding work, along with his leading petty ofďŹ cer abilities,â€? said Master Chief Aviation Maintenanceman George Beebe, VFA31 Maintenance Master Chief Petty OfďŹ cer. “We brought him to maintenance control to work safe for ight, and he is on his way to advancing to chief petty ofďŹ cer; if not this year, then in the very near future. He is the best ďŹ rst class petty ofďŹ cer in his job in the Navy.â€? The award is for Sailors who not only have a work ethic above and beyond their responsibilities, but also demonstrate leadership qualities that evoke superior performance of peers or subordinates. “I’ve always been a hard worker and always strived to be the best,â€? said Cunningham. “I try to mentor the people around me to teach them the same way that I became successful. I try to have them follow that same path, and be a positive role model for them. I work
very hard and take my job very seriously, and I try to instill that in them.â€? Cunningham has been with VFA-31 since 2010, and supports the overall mission any way that he can. One of his goals is to keep everyone around him in the same mindset as he is, so that they can become successful. “This award shows that my command believes in me,â€? said Cunningham. “I get a lot of mentoring from my master chiefs, chiefs and even some of the other E6s. For them to nominate me and think I’m worthy of it is a great thing to me. It tells me that they have my back.â€? Cunningham said he is very proud to have his name behind this award. It is the biggest award he has received since joining the Navy. “This award reafďŹ rms what we already knew,â€? said Cmdr. Michael Rovenolt, commanding ofďŹ cer, VFA-31. “We truly have truly one of the most outstanding maintenance technicians in the entire Naval aviation community.â€?
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It challenges personnel to get off the ship and out of the office to work together with people they normally wouldn’t get to meet in order to promote surface warfare.” -Lt. Cmdr. Franklin Hinojosa
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SURFLANT competes in Surface Line Week ■ other activities SLW 2014 concluded the last day with a chili cook-off, cake decorating and best burger competitions. Awards for the week were given for first, second, and third place in large and small command categories.
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Sailors, Marines and civilians from Commander, Naval Surface Force Atlantic (SURFLANT) and its tenet commands and subordinate units competed in the Surface Line Week (SLW) 2014 Challenge at Naval Station Norfolk and Joint Expeditionary Base Little Creek-Fort Story, May 12-16 SLW 2014 is a resurgence of a SURFLANT tradition which allows commands to come together as a Surface Force with the ability to showcase athletic and professional skills in a week-long friendly competition. Competitors from 22 ships and commands in the Norfolk area demonstrated their skills in more than 15 events. The events highlighted this year’s motto; “We Have the Watch, Be Relevant; All Ahead Flank.” “SLW is a great opportunity to showcase the talents of our Sailors,” said Lt. Cmdr. Franklin Hinojosa, SLW 2014 coordinator. “It challenges personnel to get off the ship and out of the office to work together with people they normally wouldn’t get to meet in order to promote surface warfare.” Competitors had an opportunity to demonstrate their proficiency in shipboard skills through events which included the corpsman relay, marksmanship, ship handling, Seamanship Olympics, Damage Control Olympics and Search and Rescue swimmer competitions. Physical abilities and teamwork was also tested in a fitness competition, softball, basketball, and volleyball tournaments. “I am most excited for the team relay in the DC Olympics,” said Damage Controlman 1st Class (SW) Tracy Thatcher from USS Anzio (CG 68). “On Anzio, we take tremendous pride in damage control, and we are excited to show the waterfront that we are the best!” The goal was to allow Sailors to display their athletic and professional talents while building camaraderie throughout the Surface Community. In addition to competing in the events, SURFLANT subordinate commands were also active in the creation and coordination of the week’s events. “This all wouldn’t have been possible without the volunteers who have been putting it all together,” said Hinojosa. ‘The commands have been very enthusiastic.”
Photos by MC3 Lacordrick Wilson Sailors from the USS Kearsarge (LHD 3) light off a fire hose during the Surface Line Week (SLW) 2014 Damage Control Olympics.
Sailors from the amphibious transport dock ship USS San Antonio (LPD 17) participate in a team dress out competition during the Surface Line Week (SLW) 2014 Damage Control Olympics.
Sailors from the guided missile destroyer USS Mitscher (DDG 57) transport a simulated casualty during the Surface Line Week (SLW) 2014 Damage Control Olympics.
Sailors from the guided missile destroyer USS Gonzalez (DDG 66) participate in a pipe patching competition during the Surface Line Week (SLW) 2014 Damage Control Olympics.
FLAGSHIPNEWS.COM | MAY 22, 2014 | THE FLAGSHIP | A9 Sailors from the USS Lincoln’s Coalition of Sailors Against Destructive Decisions participate in a community relations project at Mary Passage Middle School, May 15.
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Sailors helped supervise 14 classes “Since CSADD’s topic of the month was ďŹ tness, I felt it appropriate that we volunteer somewhere where we could participate in some sort of ďŹ tness event with the students,â€? said Religious Program Specialist 3rd Class Matthew Eviston, CSADD event coordinator. “As a command, Lincoln has volunteered there in the past with great results for both the school and the Sailors every time, so it was an easy decision to make.â€? Throughout the course of the day, Lincoln Sailors helped supervise 14 classes of students varying from grades six to eight. Their day
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a blast running the obstacle course.� Each class had a little under an hour to complete an obstacle course and tug-ofwar match with a little help from the Sailors. The obstacle course included jumping rope, rock climbing, crawling, crab walking, running, and shimmying through tunnels made from gym mats. “My favorite part of the COMREL was being able to actually participate in the tugof-war,� said Eviston. “The students were so competitive and it was great to be able to see them get so into the tugof-war, everyone was yelling and cheering, even the spectators!�
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Continued from front “As they rise to the rank of E6 and E7, we look for them to step into more leadership and management roles, which are reected in evaluations, so now we’re looking more at the performance mark average at those levels.â€?
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started before the students arrived, setting up obstacles for the obstacle course, and ended shortly before the students were released. Lincoln Sailors participated in the raising of the ag in the morning as well as greeting the students. They also took time in the middle of the day to help out in a few sixthgrade classrooms and eat lunch with the sixth graders. “Being at Mary Passage and getting to know some of the kids was an awesome experience,â€? said Aviation Structural Mechanic 3rd Class Samantha Thomas. “It was great to see all the energy and excitement that the students radiated. I had
during, and after a hurricane, b. Make a plan that includes multiple evacuation routes and an out of town point of contact, c. Build a portable emergency supply kit for the home and ofďŹ ce that includes enough supplies for at least 3 days. The Ready Navy team cautions individuals to remember that power outages may occur as a result of the high winds and rains and may prevent cash withdrawals and electronic purchases for some time after
a storm. The Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) and Ready Navy recommend that individuals have at least $100 of cash on hand. French reminds the entire Navy community that every Sailor and individual plays a part in emergency preparedness. He directs Sailors to help those around them prepare and to register work and personal contact information in the Wide Area Alert Network or other Emergency alert systems to receive up to date notiďŹ cations.
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Change #2: No award points for Good Conduct Medals or Reserve Meritorious Service Medal. If your initial reaction is “Nooo! They’re taking my points!â€? remember that nobody will receive points for these awards, so this essentially just removes a common denominator. “The large, and I repeat, large majority of our Sailors are working hard and staying out of trouble, so across the eet, we’re seeing that the majority of our Sailors receive this award, and so to give a point for it was a zero sum,â€? said Stevens. “They weren’t gaining anything by it.â€? Removing the Good Conduct Medal’s point value opens up more space for Sailors to set them apart from their peers in the award points category. For example, award points cap out at 12 when going up for E6, so consider two Sailors-one has four Navy Achievement Medals (NAM)s and three Good Conduct Medals, and the other has three NAMs and three Good Conduct Medals. Previously, they’d both be equally maxed at 12 in the award points category. Now, the ďŹ rst Sailor will have eight points to the other Sailor’s six. Change #3: PNA (Pass Not Advanced) points are only awarded to the top 25 percent of Sailors not advanced. “Putting this 25 percent window in place will motivate Sailors to apply themselves and study really hard for the exam,â€? said Stevens. “It’s not just about passing the exam. It’s about passing the exam with ying colors.â€? The smaller window for PNA points allows Sailors who are not advanced, but who studied hard for advancement, to begin setting themselves apart in the PNA category from Sailors who put less effort into studying. Under this new policy, 1.5 PNA points go to the top 25 percent of Sailors by test and 1.5 to the top 25 percent by performance mark average. Total PNA points are determined from a Sailor’s last ďŹ ve advancement cycles, capping at a maximum of 15 possible points. Sailors will keep PNA points they already earned prior to the policy change release.
Change #4: Service In Pay Grade has been reduced to a factor of only one percent of the ďŹ nal multiple score. With the weight of SIPG set to only one percent of the overall FMS, gone are days of going into your ďŹ rst advancement cycle at a signiďŹ cant disadvantage to those who have been around longer. Beldo added that if all other things are equal, this one percent remains to serve as a tiebreaker and give the senior Sailor the nod for advancement. Change #5: Changes to the Command Advancement Program (CAP) will require commands to select Sailors prior to the normal advancement cycle. The exact window for commanding ofďŹ cers to select Sailors for CAP will be July 1 to Sept. 30, with the new policy going into effect for FY-15. Commands must use their calendar year 2014 CAPs from the current policy by Sept. 30, 2014. “The Command Advancement Program is unchanged in this respect: it is still designed to give commanding ofďŹ cers the opportunity to meritoriously promote their best performers,â€? said Stevens. Commonly, commands have chosen Sailors for CAP immediately after the results of the fall and spring advancement cycles. “CAP is not tied to the test,â€? said Beldo. “It’s tied to our best performers. This gives commanding ofďŹ cers the opportunity to observe their Sailors all year long and select their best performer to CAP.â€? The Navy establishes advancement quotas to promote the exact number of Sailors it needs in a particular rate, and capping Sailors after those quotas are set can disrupt manning levels for the rate and may negatively impact future advancements. “We used to take the exam and then, more often than not, we would then CAP a Sailor after the exam,â€? said Stevens. “So what we were doing, unintentionally, was overpopulating rates. So the next time, when we would build the Navy-wide advancement exam, we may already be above 100 percent, so there are no opportunities to promote anybody in that rate on the Navywide exam.â€? “By capping ďŹ rst and then building the Navywide advancement exam quotas, we prevent that from happening and it allows us to maintain a stable rating health,â€? said Stevens.
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Navy public works professionals recognized By Don Rochon NAVFAC Public Affairs
WASHINGTON
Approximately 10,000 Naval Facilities Engineering Command (NAVFAC) public works professionals, including 3,100 in the region with NAVFAC Mid-Atlantic, are celebrating National Public Works Week, which began May 18 and runs through May 24. National Public Works Week started in 1960 as part of a public education campaign by the American Public Works Association (APWA). The week-long event seeks to raise the public’s awareness about public works issues and public works employees who are
dedicated to improving the quality of life for present and future generations. This year’s theme is “Building for Today, Planning for Tomorrow.” “We are fortunate to have a great team of Civil Engineer Corps (CEC) officers and NAVFAC civilians, along with our contractor partners, providing full-service public works and energy support to Navy and Marine Corps commanders around the world,” said NAVFAC Commander Rear Adm. Kate Gregory. NAVFAC has provided management and leadership of Navy public works for more than 170 years. As the Navy’s public works officers, CEC officers lead Navy and
MC1 Molly A. Burgess Plans are to specify that new carbonated beverage machines are Energy Star rated and/or have energy saving devices.
NEXCOM, NAVFAC Mid-Atlantic save money/electricity from vending machines By Tom Kreidel NAVFAC Public Affairs
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The Navy Exchange Service Command (NEXCOM) and Naval Facilities Engineering Command Mid-Atlantic have teamed up with a continuing program to put energy saving devices on vending machines throughout the Navy’s MidAtlantic Region. “As a non-appropriated fund instrumentality with a mission to deliver profits to support MWR, cost-saving actions are always part of NEXCOM’s daily business practices,” said Gerard Fantano, NEXCOM Vending Branch Manager. “Beginning in late 2012 we moved forward and procured the energy saving units in this region to place on our contracted carbonated beverage machines.” The energy saving devices are equipped with motion sensors that save electricity by turning off the lights & compressor and minimizing energy usage in the machines when they are not being used by customers. According to Arnold Agustin, Energy Program Manager at NAVFAC Mid-Atlantic there are currently 56 of these sensors installed throughout the region on selected NEX operated machines, with the majority of them at Naval Station Norfolk. “We have plans for many more throughout the region,” he added. “The NEX has purchased some of them for their own machines and plans are to specify that new carbonated beverage machines are Energy Star rated and/or have energy saving devices either attached
or built into contracted carbonated/non-perishable beverage product machines.” He explained that these controls save approximately $130 worth of electricity per machine annually in the Norfolk area, and even more in parts of the region that have higher electricity costs; with nearly 1900 kilowatt hours of electricity saved annually. On beverage machines, the sensors essentially pay for themselves in just over a year. “It’s a relatively small number per machine,” he said. “But think about how many vending machines we have throughout the region, it really adds up.” The project to install the sensors began last year and is ongoing. He explained that one of the great benefits of these types of devices is that they are very simple to install. “They plug directly into the wall socket and the vending machine plugs into the energy saving sensor, making it very simple plug-in installation with no wiring or electrician required,” said Agustin. “We will continue to expand the device applications through our business partners, phase out aged energy drawing machines and continue to procure state of the art equipment supporting energy conservation,” added Fantano. For the traditional snack machines, replacing standard florescent tubes with energy efficient and on newer machines LED lighting replaced all types of florescent tubes. In addition, aged cold food and frozen food machines are being replaced with new more energy efficient machines.
Marine Corps public works departments (PWD) around the globe in providing comprehensive shore installation facility engineering, acquisition, environmental, and transportation services. NAVFAC Mid-Atlantic consists of 11 public works departments that service 12 installations. We maintain more than 5000 facilities, 131 piers and wharves, and numerous runways and hangers, with a total value of more than 30 billion dollars. “Our public works team strengthens Navy and Marine Corps combat readiness through facilities lifecycle support focused on the fleet, fighter, and family,” said NAVFAC Mid-Atlantic Commanding Officer
Capt. John Korka. A lot of this essential work goes unnoticed, but the behind-thescenes effort performed in providing vital public works services such as electricity, water, and wastewater management is a central enabler for a lot of what happens on Navy and Marine Corps bases worldwide. NAVFAC’s public works professionals are at the forefront of executing cutting-edge energy projects for Commander, Navy Installations Command to help meet the Secretary of the Navy’s energy goals. Advanced metering, renewable energy, and residential energy conservation projects are helping to reduce the demand for energy on and off base.
PWD personnel are always some of the first at the pier when a ship returns to base, providing utilities and hotel services that include electrical hookups to shore. They also enable Navy warfighters to conduct their missions by ensuring runways are in good working order and are clear of any foreign object debris, which can cause damage to planes and injury to personnel. Last year NAVFAC PWDs helped keep naval facilities and infrastructure around the world well maintained and managed, as more than 480,000 service calls and 51,000 emergency calls were recorded and completed in 2013. “The men and women who work at our PWDs often don’t get the recognition they deserve,” Gregory said. “But they are essential for those they serve and for any base to run smoothly.”
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Byrds of a feather The grandson and great-nephew of a hero Sailor visit the National Museum of the U.S. Navy.
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DOD JOINS EFFORTS TO SUPPRESS CALIFORNIA WILDFIRES The Tomahawk wildfire burns through a wooded area near Marine Corps Base Camp Pendleton, Calif., May 15.
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PRESIDENT PRESENTS MEDAL OF HONOR TO FORMER SOLDIER By J.D. Leipold Army News Service
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Steve Vanderwerff Jill Loftus, left, Director, Sexual Assault Prevention and Response, participates in a panel discussion during Sexual Assault Awareness Month.
Navy SAPR director visits Sigonella
Former Army Sgt. Kyle Jerome White was awarded the Medal of Honor by President Barack Obama at a White House ceremony, May 14, making him the sixth living Army recipient and the 14th from all services to earn the medal in either Iraq or Afghanistan.
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The top civilian leading the fight against sexual assaults in the Navy and Marine Corps visited Naval Air Station (NAS) Sigonella, May 12-14. Director, Department of the Navy Sexual Assault Prevention and Response Office (DON SAPRO) Jill Loftus met with key base officials during her visit and spoke to the Sigonella community during a live radio show and follow-on interview. Loftus’ visit was focused on discussing the DOD Fiscal Year 2013 Annual Report on Sexual Assault in the Military that was released May 1 to the Senate and House committees on Armed Services. According to Loftus, it includes lots of encouraging data.
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By MC2 Martin L. Carey Office of the Master Chief Petty Officer of the Navy
Master Chief Petty Officer of the Navy (MCPON) Mike Stevens visited service members at the Senior Enlisted Academy and the Command Master Chief/Chief of the Boat course at Naval Station Newport where he discussed leadership development. “As chief petty officers, we must set and maintain the highest of standards,” said Stevens. “As such, we must set the conditions for success by leading and setting the example and mentoring our sailors. And we must do so by treating them with dignity and respect.” During his visit, MCPON talked about the importance of having an informed and trusted command triad. “A successful triad cannot fail and a dysfunctional triad cannot succeed,” said
Stevens. “The relationship that you have with the commanding officer and executive officer is critical to the command.” MCPON later took a few questions from the group. A Sailor asked about the negative impact on making board when first class petty officers do not participate in CPO 365 Phase One training. “I don’t view CPO 365 Phase One or Two as optional. If done correct, it’s year-round professional leadership development,” said Stevens. Another Sailor asked MCPON what has been one of the most beneficial influences throughout his career. Stevens said that one of the things that has helped him the most to develop as a leader was focusing on his faith and expanding his professional reading program. He said, “Wisdom is learned experience, and there is no greater thing in leadership than wisdom.”
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U.S. Army photo by J.D. Leipold Former Army Sgt. Kyle Jerome White receives the Medal of Honor from President Barack Obama for his life-saving actions during a 2007 Taliban ambush in Afghanistan. White received the highest military award at a May 13 White House ceremony.
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Obama opened his remarks in the East Room by paying tribute not just to White, but to what he referred to as the “9/11 generation,” all those young citizens who came forth after the Sept. 11, 2001, terrorist attacks on the United States to volunteer their service knowing fully well what the cost could be.
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MC2 Martin L. Carey Master Chief Petty Officer of the Navy (MCPON) Mike Stevens speaks with joint and foreign service members during an allhands call at the Senior Enlisted Academy.
As MCPON concluded his visit, he left the Sailors with a few words of advice. “If people gravitate toward you based on the way you carry yourself, conduct yourself and treat other people, then you have a positive influence as a leader,” said Stevens. “Leadership is not about rank or age; it’s about ones ability to influence others in a positive way.”
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SHOUT OUT TO AWESOME MOTHER-IN-LAWS By Sara Jane Arnett Military Spouse Contributor
How many times have you heard horror stories of evil and dreadful mother-in-laws reeking havoc either from personal experiences or from friends? I know I have. In fact, one of my best friends’ has a mother-in-law that refuses to give up buying her son (my friend’s husband) new socks and underwear at age 35! To make matters worse, her husband actually calls and requests for his mama to still get his unmentionables every birthday and Christmas. To some, this may seem very petty, but to a new marriage – this can ignite a war between the bride and mother-in-law! To keep it real…I actually married a mama’s boy. But not the weird, needy type that has to run everything by her before a decision is made. I know I spent the first paragraph taking a negative spin, but I have the best mother-in-law known to mankind and can not think of a better time of year to honor her other than around Mother’s Day! Ronnie Rae Gammon was born in Texas and migrated to Tennessee with her family when she was a little girl. She grew up the apple of her daddy’s eye, but sadly lost her mother at a
young age. She followed the typical progression of life…graduated high school, attended college, married and had six beautiful children. When life handed her lemons, she raised those six beautiful children on her own simultaneously going back to school and earning not one, but two master’s degrees from Murray State University in western Kentucky. My husband has a vivid memory of all of his brothers, sister, and himself waiting up for her to drive home after her waitressing shift late at night. When they saw her car headlights hit the dip in the driveway, they would huddle up on the couch and eager her arrival; she would empty her pockets from the tips she made that night and divide her wages so they would have lunch money that week. My mother-in-law is the most selfless, kind, thoughtful, encouraging and loving soul that I have the privilege of knowing much less being family. During the nine years I have been married to her second son, I have personally grown from her gentle spirit and counsel. After I started back to school, I wanted to throw in the towel and quit because it was challenging, but she motivated and encouraged me in a way that empowered me to keep reaching higher. Throughout my husband’s multiple deployments, she
has always been there to offer wisdom with love through constant communication especially through hand-written letters to pull me and my children through the lonely times. Our family wouldn’t be the same loving family unit without her gently spirit and I pray that I can be the light that Ronnie has been for so many years when it’s my turn to have a relationship with my daughter-in-laws…many, many years from now! Happy Mother’s Day month to all mamas, but especially to all of the awesome Mother-in-laws out there! Sara Jane Arnett is an active Army spouse, mother of three boys and military children’s author of “My Daddy’s a Soldier.” In 2011, she was selected as the “Heroes At Home” Military Spouse of the Year and also received the Military Police Corps “Order of the Vivandiere” award.
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To recognize military spouses’ selfless service and sacrifice, First Lady Michelle Obama invited a group of military wives and family members to the annual Mother’s Day Tea at the White House, May 12. Joined by Dr. Jill Biden, wife of Vice President Joe Biden, and as part of their Joining Forces initiative, Obama and Biden thanked the spouses and families for their service to the nation. “We have an extraordinary group here today,” the first lady told the audience members in the East Room of the White House. “We’ve got moms who served in Iraq [and] Afghanistan. We’ve got military wives and partners who’ve moved across the country again and again. We have grandmothers who helped take care of the kids while mom or dad or both were deployed.” Noting that she is both a “proud military mom and grandma,” Biden said she was honored to be in the presence of military families. “I feel a special bond with other military moms,” she added. Obama emphasized military spouses’ sacrifice by noting a couple of moms in the audience. Judith Chedville, the first lady noted, served the nation in Iraq and Kuwait, but left the service in 2004 because she could no longer serve in good conscience under the “Don’t Ask, Don’t Tell” law.
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You are the ones with husbands deployed, and you’re still driving the carpool and volunteering, joining neighborhood organizations, working with your congregations to prepare care packages for other people.” -First Lady Michelle Obama
“When my husband repealed the policy in 2011, Judith re-enlisted,” the first lady said, eliciting applause. “Today, she is a first lieutenant in the Texas Army National Guard. She is here with her spouse, Alicia Butler, and their beautiful 1-year-old daughter, Jordan.” Obama also introduced Karen Ruedisueli, whose husband is an Army major and served several years in Iraq and Afghanistan. “In their short lifetime, [the Ruedisueli children] have lived in 10 different houses,” the first lady said. “They have gone to three different elementary schools. With all those
moves, Karen was forced to put her 15year career in marketing and development on hold. But she has been determined to use her skills and her talents to give back, so over the past few years she’s been a volunteer for Blue Star families.” Obama added that Ruedisueli also has led the Family Readiness Group when her husband’s unit deployed to Afghanistan, and she now works full-time with the National Military Family Association to advocate for other families like hers. Obama said the audience members are the “perfect examples” of why they were invited to the annual tea. “As military moms, you’re doing so much, not just for your families, but for your communities and our country. Most people don’t know that,” the first lady noted. “You are the ones with husbands deployed, and you’re still driving the carpool and volunteering, joining neighborhood organizations, working with your congregations to prepare care packages for other people,” Obama said. “And no matter what your country asks of you and your family, you’re the ones who step up and you do it with grace, dignity and without complaint.” Noting that a “special guest” was in the audience “as a token of gratitude” for the military families, Obama introduced singer/songwriter Norah Jones, who seated herself at a grand piano in the East Room and played songs for the Mother’s Day tea participants.
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White House photo by Chuck Kennedy First Lady Michelle Obama and Dr. Jill Biden, wife of Vice President Joe Biden, help children create Mother’s Day cards and crafts in the State Dining Room of the White House, May 12. The cards and crafts were to be presented later during a Joining Forces initiative tea honoring military mothers in the State Dining Room.
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FLAGSHIPNEWS.COM | MAY 22, 2014 | THE FLAGSHIP | B3 Electronics Technician 2nd Class Michael Fanton plays with a child at Pattaya Orphanage while the U.S. 7th Fleet flagship USS Blue Ridge (LCC 19) visits Thailand.
Blue Ridge strengthens long-standing friendship with Thailand
As treaty allies, both the U.S. and Thailand forge positive military-to-military relationships based on common interests related to maritime security, counterterrorism, defense trade and security of the global commons.
By MC3 Kelby Sanders USS Blue Ridge Public Affairs
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CNIC VISITS SAILORS, TOURS NAVY INSTALLATION IN SOUTH KOREA Commander, U.S. Naval Forces Korea Public Affairs CHINHAE, REPUBLIC OF KOREA
Vice Adm. William French, commander of Navy Installations Command, visited Sailors assigned to Commander, Fleet Activities Chinhae (CFAC) in the Republic of Korea (ROK), May 13, as part of his tour of the Asia-Pacific region. During an all-hands call, French addressed various topics including the U.S. rebalance to the Pacific, pay and benefits, force readiness, and the effect of the fiscal budget on deployments and installation services. “We value what you are doing here in Korea,” said French. “We appreciate you being forward deployed and supporting the numerous fleet visits and engagements across the Korean penin-
sula. All the things you do, at the end of the day, strengthen our alliance with the Republic of Korea.” CFAC leaders and staff members also met with French to discuss local improvement projects and provided him with a tour of base facilities. “This base has done well because our people take care of each other and they care about the mission,” said Cmdr. Quinn Skinner, Commander, Fleet Activities Chinhae. “Even though different parts of the base don’t directly work for each other, they have chosen to engage and support each other in the things they need to get done. The whole base has prospered because of it.” CFAC has distinguished itself as one of the Navy’s premier installations by providing superior operational support and quality of service to Sailors, Civil-
ians, and their families. The Naval Education and Training Professional Development Technology Center selected CFAC as the 2013 Small Command Overseas winner of the Navy’s Flagship award for Community Service, Health, Safety, and Fitness. CFAC housing earned a Platinum “A List” award for achieving the highest levels of customer satisfaction in 2013, for the 12th consecutive year. In 2012, the CFAC Fire and Emergency Services Department was selected as the Small Fire Department of the Year across all U.S. Navy installations worldwide. Located on the southeastern coast of the Republic of Korea, CFAC provides service and operational support to the fleet while strengthening the U.S.-ROK alliance through joint armistice, training exercises and contingency operations.
U.S. 7th Fleet flagship USS Blue Ridge (LCC 19), along with embarked staff, Helicopter Sea Combat Squadron 12 and Marines from Fleet Anti-Terrorism Security Team Pacific, successfully concluded a threeday visit to Thailand, May 13, strengthening ties and engaging with the local community. While anchored in the Gulf of Thailand, Blue Ridge crew and 7th Fleet staff delivered toys to children at Pattaya Orphanage and Child Protection and Development Center (CDPDC) while embarked 7th Fleet staff hosted officers from the Royal Thai Navy (RTN) for staff-to-staff talks. “We view Thailand as an important ally,” said Lt. Reuben Attah, 7th Fleet desk officer for Southeast Asia plans and policy. “Both sides were eager to further exchange and enhance expertise. The RTN left staff talks feeling assured that we’ll continue our military-tomilitary engagements and focus on areas that we deem most important.” The Blue Ridge/7th Fleet First Class Petty Officers Association (FCPOA) sponsored a ship-wide clothing and toy drive in the days leading up to the Thailand visit and donated the gifts to Pattaya Orphanage. “As a kid I always wanted to share anything I had, and as an adult, with more resources, I feel obligated to help the less fortunate.” said Operations Specialist 1st Class Rose Thibodeaux, BLR/C7F FCPOA president. “I can’t describe the feeling of seeing the looks of joy on the children’s faces when we arrived.” In addition, chiefs and first classes teamed-up to participate in a Chief Petty Officer (CPO) 365-sponsored visit to CDPDC in Pattaya, Thailand, bringing gifts of to hand out and to spend time with the children there. CPO 365 is a year-round leadership training environment for first class petty officers working toward advancement to chief petty officer. “Visiting these kids was honestly the highlight of my visit to Thailand,” said Chief Personnel Specialist Kerri Scranton. “We were able to connect with these kids in a real way, from teaching them to jump rope to throwing a Frisbee around, we all had a blast.”
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■ virus, magnified This highly magnified transmission electron micrograph created in 2013 shows the ultrastructural morphology of the Middle East Respiratory Syndrome Coronavirus, or MERS-CoV, identified in 2012 as the cause of respiratory illness in people.
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Investigations are ongoing to discover the source of MERS-CoV and how it spreads.
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DOD LAB IDENTIFIED FIRST CASES OF MIDDLE EAST CORONAVIRUS By Cheryl Pellerin American Forces Press Service
WASHINGTON
A Defense Department-funded lab in Egypt detected the earliest-known cases of Middle East Respiratory Syndrome virus, a new coronavirus strain that is infecting people on the Arabian Peninsula, an expert from DOD’s global disease surveillance system said. The lab shared samples so the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention could develop tests for the virus, said Public Health Service Capt. Michael J. Cooper, head of respiratory disease for the Global Emerging Infections Surveillance and Response System, called GEIS, which is part of the Armed Forces Health Surveillance Center. GEIS is a funding agency that supports military laboratories in the United States and in Egypt, Germany, Kenya, Peru, Thailand and Singapore – all of which serve as hubs for infectious disease surveillance and as regional hubs for addressing global public health issues – and it funds respiratory disease surveillance projects at 400 sites in more than 30 countries. As of May 9, the World Health Organization, or WHO, reports 536 laboratory-confirmed cases of MERS-CoV since April 2012,including 145 deaths. Some people infected with MERS-CoV develop severe acute respiratory illness with symptoms of fever, cough and shortness of breath, and about 30 percent of known cases die, according to the CDC. Some people exposed to the virus get only a mild respiratory illness, the CDC reported. A CDC fact sheet says MERS-CoV has spread between people in close contact and from infected patients to health care workers. Clusters of cases in several countries are being investigated, as is the source of the new strain, the CDC says. MERS-CoV has been found in camels in Qatar, Egypt and Saudi Arabia, and in a bat in Saudi Arabia. Camels in other countries have tested positive for MERS-CoV antibodies, meaning they have been infected with MERS-CoV or a closely related virus. But CDC says it needs more information to identify the potential roles of camels, bats or other animals in MERS-CoV transmission. On May 2, CDC reported the first confirmed U.S. case of MERS-CoV in a health care worker traveling from Saudi Arabia to London to the United States. The patient was hospitalized in Indiana and at the time was in stable condition, CDC officials said. During a recent interview with American Forces Press Service, Cooper said, “[GEIS’s] first objective is force health protection” for U.S. troops, “but we are also involved with global public health issues.” He added, “We also do surveillance on diseases that aren’t necessarily militarily relevant but are relevant to global public health because sick people can board aircraft and carry infectious diseases anywhere in the world within 24 hours.” One of GEIS’s funded laboratories is the Naval Medical Research Unit-3, or NAMRU-3, the largest DOD overseas lab, formally established in Cairo in 1946. Scientists there conduct research on a range of diseases and perform infectious disease surveillance to support military personnel deployed to Africa, the Middle East and Southwest Asia. NAMRU-3 also works closely with the Egyptian Ministry of Health and Population, the U.S. Na-
■ ahead of the curve, but staying cautious About MERS-CoV, Public Health Service Capt. Michael J. Cooper said, “We were well ahead of the curve on this one and we have a very strong network of respiratory disease surveillance.” However, he warns that viruses can and quite frequently do, change. “So you have to monitor the situation and you have to be careful,” he said. “Surveillance is key in this situation. You have to know what’s going on.”
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tional Institutes of Health, WHO and CDC, and is a WHO regional Collaborating Center for HIV and Emerging Infectious Diseases. Cooper said GEIS funds the Jordan National Influenza Center, called the NIC, and that NAMRU-3 and members of the Jordan Ministry of Health and the NIC work together often. The story of MERS-CoV, although the first case reported to WHO was from Saudi Arabia in September 2012, really began in Jordan earlier that year, Cooper explained. “In April 2012 there was an outbreak of severe acute respiratory illness in a Jordanian hospital – we call them SARI cases – and the folks at the Ministry of Health in Jordan asked NAMRU-3 to help with the outbreak investigation,” he said. Eleven people were hospitalized, he said. Eight of them were health care workers. NAMRU-3 team members arrived and took samples from the patients, but back at the lab in Cairo they could find no pathogen at that time, he said. MERS-CoV hadn’t yet been discovered, so no specific test for it existed. On April 24, the NAMRU-3 team told the Jordan Ministry of Health that all samples tested negative for known coronaviruses and other respiratory viruses. The samples were saved at NAMRU-3. “Flash forward to September 2012, London, England,” Cooper said. On Sept. 11 that year, a 49-year-old Qatari man with a history of travel to Saudi Arabia was flown by air ambulance from Qatar to a London intensivecare unit. He suffered from acute respiratory infection and kidney failure. Eleven days later, on Sept. 22, the U.K. Health Protection Agency reported to WHO that it had compared information from the U.K. Qatari patient with that of a virus sequenced earlier in the year by Erasmus University Medical Centre in the Netherlands. This earlier sample, from lung tissue of a 60-year-old Saudi man who had died in June, was a 99.5 percent match with the new coronavirus strain from the Qatari man, according to a Sept. 23 WHO Global Alert and Response document. Now, WHO had two confirmed cases of the new strain. The news “caused a lot of concern,” Cooper said, “because the last time the world saw an emerging coronavirus strain was 2002-2003, and it was severe acute respiratory syndrome – SARS – which caused about 8,000 cases and 780 deaths” in more than 24 countries. In 2012, Cooper said, this got GEIS’s attention. “In October we decided to ask our partners at four different locations to do retrospective surveillance for all their samples that were associated with respiratory illness,” he said. The partners were NAMRU-3 in Cairo, Landstuhl Regional Medical Center in Germany, U.S. Army Research Unit-Kenya in Africa and the U.S. Air Force School of Aerospace Medicine at Wright Patterson Air Force Base in Ohio. “Then NAMRU-3, remembering the outbreak in Jordan in April,” Cooper said, retested the Jordan samples from April. By November 2012 the NAMRU-3 team provided lab results that confirmed two of the original 11 cases as infections by the novel coronavirus. “Now the NAMRU-3 team understood that what they had back in April 2012 was the earliest known outbreak of this emerging infection,” Cooper explained. “Until then,” he said, “the vast majority of cases had come out of Saudi Arabia. If we had never
found the earliest cases, Jordan wouldn’t even be in the mix. And you’d like to know the earliest cases to get an idea of where [the new strain] is coming from.” NAMRU-3 then shared samples from the earliest MERS-CoV cases with CDC, Cooper said, “so an assay, or test, could be developed, which is very important. Now you’ve got a positive control [for the novel MERS-CoV strain] because you have the actual sample.” According to its fact sheet, with such samples CDC develops molecular diagnostics that let scientists accurately identify MERS cases, and it develops assays to detect MERS-CoV antibodies. These lab tests help scientists tell whether a person is or has been infected with MERS-CoV. CDC also provides MERS-CoV test kits to state health departments so they can test for patients under investigation for MERS-CoV infection. CDC evaluates genetic sequences as they become available as well, and at NAMRU-3 scientists today grow the new coronavirus strain, sequence it and continue to work with it. “They’ve gotten additional samples to confirm because they serve as a WHO reference laboratory for that region,” Cooper said, “and they’ve recently discovered a travel case from the Saudi Arabian peninsula to Egypt.” NAMRU-3 also trains physicians and scientists from ministries of health in countries such as the United Arab Emirates, Saudi Arabia, Jordan and Yemen, and in West African countries, he said, adding that the GEIS-funded training involves teaching attendees how to use the MERS-CoV assays and discussing important facts about the new coronavirus. Cooper defines infectious disease surveillance as “basically collecting data in a systematic way so that disease levels can be monitored. Hopefully this information gives you an idea of the distribution of a given disease and hopefully helps to understand what populations are affected.” Doing surveillance, he said, usually involves “testing people who are ill and in some cases testing people who are not ill but who may have been exposed to the virus.” All DOD major infectious disease labs have surveillance capabilities for MERS-CoV, Cooper added, and all DOD major medical centers around the world have MERS-CoV diagnostic capabilities. GEIS does surveillance for a range of diseases, he said, including H7N9 influenza emerging in China, enteric infections like those caused by contaminated food or water, parasitic infections like malaria, other respiratory infections like multidrug-resistant tuberculosis, and sexually transmitted infections. Cooper said respiratory diseases are the ones that typically go pandemic because of the way they spread. “The most recent examples are SARS and the pandemic of 2009, which was H1N1 influenza,” he said. “They spread easily from person to person and they don’t kill their hosts too soon or maybe at all.” About MERS-CoV, Cooper said, “We were well ahead of the curve on this one and we have a very strong network of respiratory disease surveillance.” He added, “We’ll also say this, though. We’re dealing with a virus and viruses can change and, quite frankly, frequently do change. So you have to monitor the situation and you have to be careful. Surveillance is key in this situation. You have to know what’s going on.”
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DOD INITIATIVES COUNTER MENTAL HEALTH ISSUES American Forces Press Service WASHINGTON
Nearly one million cases of mental health conditions in service members were documented between 2000 and 2011, according to a senior psychologist with the Defense Centers of Excellence (DCOE) for Psychological Health and Traumatic Brain Injury. In an interview with American Forces Press Service and the Pentagon Channel to mark Mental Health Awareness Month, Navy Capt. (Dr.) Anthony Arita, director, Deployment Health Clinical Center, said the 1 million cases recorded by the Armed Forces Health Surveillance Center show that mental health conditions are “quite common.� A Rand Corp. study in 2008
on the invisible wounds of war, such as post-traumatic stress disorder and traumatic brain injuries found one in ďŹ ve deployed service members returned home with signiďŹ cant psychological health and TBI symptoms “at a level warranting medical attention,â€? Arita said. Recognized each May since 1949, DOD is promoting Mental Health Awareness Month this year to show that psychological health is “critical to one’s overall health,â€? Arita said, noting that sound psychological health is critical to military readiness. “Psychological health permeates all aspects of our ability to function optimally to carry out our mission, to function at our best cognitively, to really give it [our] best,â€? he said.
DCOE is leveraging this month’s recognition to relay four key messages: “Psychological health is essential to one’s health, prevention works, treatment is effective, and people recover,� Arita noted. “We have very effective treatments. [Patients] can expect their lives [to] noticeably get better, [and they] can return to active duty at a fuller level of function,� he added. It’s also vital for people with mental health symptoms to recognize they are not alone in their struggle, Arita said. “We recognize when people have concerns about their psychological symptoms, there is a reluctance to step forward and seek care,� Arita said. “We see it in people who need it most.� The Defense department has
come far in its understanding and treatment of psychological illnesses, he said. “We’ve been able to answer a lot of questions about psychological health to promote normalization and seeking care. But there’s still more to be done. While we’ve done much to combat the stigma around seeking treatment, we still have signiďŹ cant challenges ahead of us,â€? he said. Arita said key to meeting the challenges is to understand the stigma against psychological conditions and treatment. “There’s a need to address the stigma at a cultural level, and getting at the biases, prejudice and discrimination is tough to do to gauge progress,â€? he said, “Yet DOD is taking this on.â€? Resources abound in the
area of military mental health. One such outlet is a “living blog� appearing this month on DCOE’s website. Service members, veterans and families can post questions about mental health, and psychology experts provide answers within 24 hours, Arita said. Questions have so far have included identifying the signs and symptoms of PTSD, how it impacts deployment, and moral injury. Launched in 2009 as a helpseeking resource, the Real Warriors Campaign features success-story vignettes of people of all ranks and demographics who faced tough challenges and sought the care they needed, he noted. The vignettes, Arita said, “highlight how care and recovery made a difference in their lives. They have given people the ease of thinking, ‘If they can do it, I can do it too.’� In one of its newest initiatives to diagnose and treat psychological ills during early onset, DOD is placing behavioral health specialists in military primary care facilities for use by service members, families and retirees.
Prevention before infection is key to healthy Navy By MC1 James Stenberg Assistant Public Affairs OfďŹ cer, Naval Hospital Pensacola
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One of the best ways to treat a disease is to prevent patients from getting sick in the ďŹ rst place. The concept of preventing a medical condition before it has a chance to affect others is at the center of what Naval Hospital Pensacola’s (NHP) Preventive Medicine Department strives to achieve. “Our job is to prevent any kind of disease or outbreak,â€? said Hospital Corpsman 2nd Class Jacob Yelland, preventive medicine technician, NHP. “Every hospital has to
have a Preventive Medicine Department.â€? Preventive medicine is a unique medical specialty recognized by the American Board of Medical Specialties. It focuses on the health of individuals, communities and deďŹ ned populations. Its goal is to protect, promote and maintain health and well-being as well as to prevent disease, disability and death, according to the American College of Preventive Medicine. History has shown that the environment can be just as deadly in a conict as the enemy. “During the World Wars, more people died because of disease and infection than in
actual combat,â€? said Yelland. “People died from malaria, yellow fever and other diseases. Preventive medicine was developed to combat things of that nature.â€? Today, preventive medicine promotes or prevents health concerns like communicable diseases, sexually transmitted diseases, general food safety, pest management, safe drinking and recreational waters and the inuenza season to name a few. “We work in the background,â€? said Yelland. “Most corpsmen work at hospitals, ships or on the front lines with the Marines. With preventive medicine, we do things like water testing to see if it’s
compatible for human consumption or inspecting food facilities to make sure no one gets sick.� Testing soil, air, food, water and plant life for contaminates are just a few of the ways the Preventive Medicine Department ensures a safe working environment. Preventive medicine is not just practiced here in the states. The health and safety of forward deployed service members is of high importance as well. “When I deployed to Afghanistan, my main role was to make sure
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troops did not get ill,� said Yelland. “If troops were going to a particular area, I would check for environmental risks or diseases for those troops going there. If we didn’t have the data, I would test the water, air, soil and everything around there to make sure the environmental health factors were low for the troops. I would also be the one to educate them on what they should avoid.� Whether performing inspections of food service facilities, berthing spaces, child care facilities, recreational facilities, swimming pools or surveying potable water sys-
A range of issues such as depression, PTSD, anxiety, stress, grief, relationship problems, sleep difďŹ culties, obesity, chronic pain, diabetes, tobacco use and other substance challenges often can be treated effectively in primary care, Arita said. Because some people might not feel comfortable approaching mental health specialists, they often are at ease with their primary doctors, and by stafďŹ ng such specialists, the Military Health System is making dramatic changes in the way behavioral health concerns are identiďŹ ed, assessed and treated within the primarycare setting, he said. “As part of the DOD Primary Care Behavioral Health initiative, all three services have implemented or greatly expanded programs that integrate behavioral health services into primary care,â€? Arita said. To learn about the signs, symptoms and treatment of psychological ills, contact the DCOE Call Center at (866) 966-1020. Anyone in a psychological crisis should call the Military Crisis Line at (800) 273-TALK (8255).
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By MCSN Kevin V. Cunningham Navy Public Affairs Support Element, Japan
SHIMODA, JAPAN
By MC1 Tim Comerford Naval History and Heritage Command Communication and Outreach Division
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Just about everyone has a notable ancestor somewhere in their family line. Whether it is royalty, a musician, an actor, actress or some historic figure, we all look to that person and think, “That is my potential.” Two people visited the Washington Navy Yard to get a deeper understanding of that potential and their notable ancestor, May 15. The National Museum of the U.S. Navy (NMUSN) hosted a book lecture from Sheldon Bart, author of “Race to the Top of the World: Richard Byrd and the First Flight to the North Pole.” Nothing special there, the museum regularly hosts authors with enticing topics. This time, there was something different. Two of the audience members had a personal interest in the topic. The lecture was attended by two people from Rear Adm. Richard Byrd’s family, Robert Byrd Bryer, Richard’s Grandson and Thomas Byrd, Byrd’s grand-nephew. Robert has had high level dealings with the business industry and Thomas, a former Marine, comes from a long line of presidents and publishers of the Winchester Star Newspaper, located in Winchester, Va. Thomas came to learn more about his ancestor. “There is always more to learn about the contributions that they have made,” Thomas said. “That is why I am here today, to hear more about Adm. Byrd’s flight and his exploration.” In his book, Bart details a time when large portions of the earth never felt the tread of humans. In that time, two rivals battled to have an aviation first of flying over the North Pole. The men, Richard Byrd, a Navy officer and early aviation pioneer and Roald Amundsen, a hardened
Devon Sorlie Thomas Byrd, grand-nephew of Adm. Richard Byrd, and his wife, Sharon Byrd, explore the National Museum of the United States Navy exhibit at Washington Navy Yard on the Navy’s Antarctic exploration.
He went on – from very unconventional expedition and exploration standpoint – to do and achieve things nobody else had ever done.” -Robert Byrd Bryer, Richard’s Grandson
veteran of polar expeditions, both wanted to have that honor. Even more than 90 years after, the controversy remains: Who was there first? With unrestricted access to Richard Byrd’s archives, Bart offers compelling evidence of the truth in this odyssey. Thomas was in for a surprise, he had no idea that NMUSN had an exhibit on polar exploration which features one of the collapsible huts his great uncle brought with him to the pole. “It’s hard to believe they were able to survive,” Thomas said. “When you compare the technology that we have now to just keep warm versus what they had then with gloves and sleeping bags and the whole nine yards. It is commendable that he chose to go through that type of life.” It turns out that Robert followed his grandfather’s lead in his own endeavors. “I am fascinated with what my grandfather had to do,” he said. “I had the good
fortune, quite by accident, of following in his footsteps down in Antarctica – working down there three times. So, I have taken a big interest in his background.” He feels that though his methods might have been different, it is hard to fault his success. “He certainly followed an unusual path,” Robert said. “He went on – from very unconventional expedition and exploration standpoint – to do and achieve things nobody else had ever done.” Robert knew the author and had spoken with him before. Thomas, though, had never spoken with the author, but he was impressed by his storytelling. “I thought he was very convincing, I thought he did a great job,” Thomas said. “It was a very thorough examination on points that critics have had on Adm. Byrd’s life.” The Naval History and Heritage Command, located at the Washington Navy Yard, is responsible for the preservation, analysis, and dissemination of U.S. naval history and heritage. It provides the knowledge foundation for the Navy by maintaining historically relevant resources and products that reflect the Navy’s unique and enduring contributions through our nation’s history, and supports the Fleet by assisting with and delivering professional research, analysis, and interpretive services. To learn more about the Navy’s polar exploration visit Naval History and Heritage Command’s showcase on it at http:// tinyurl.com/m3or36d.
Sailors assigned to the Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyers USS Mustin (DDG 89) and USS John S. McCain (DDG 56) participated in a good will and cultural exchange at Inasho and Inozawa elementary schools in Shimoda, Japan, May 16. The activities were part of a port visit to join the city in celebrating the 75th annual Black Ship Festival. “Having this opportunity to meet with the local school kids is really special for me,” said Culinary Specialist 1st Class Brandon Bromley. “They have been preparing for this all year and it means a lot to them to meet American Sailors. At the end of the day, these kids will remember the Navy in a good light because of us, and I’m happy to be a part of that memory.” Mustin Sailors were greeted by staff and students at the school where they took part in classroom games and activities followed by a school lunch with the students. “Reaching out to the local community is what this whole festival is all about,” said Electronics Technician 3rd Class Joseph R. Hockman. “I’m glad we were able to make it out to a place that doesn’t get to interact with Americans very often.” John S. McCain Sailors introduced themselves to the staff and students in the school’s gymnasium, then played a traditional game of Japanese rock, paper, scissors before moving on to individual classrooms for Origami. “Our visit to Inozawa Elementary school has been a great day,” said Chief Personnel Specialist Dan Mason. “This was the first time our Sailors have played that type of rock, paper scissors and it was a lot of fun. The staff and students have welcomed us with open arms. I’ve learned that Shimoda and this school are very embracing of the U.S. culture, and fun and happiness have no language barrier.” Mustin and John S. McCain are two of seven Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyers assigned to Destroyer Squadron 15, forward deployed to Yokosuka, Japan, to support security and stability of the Indo-AsiaPacific region.
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male SAPR reporting, up 165% Continued from B1 “Reporting is up 50 percent across the services since last year, and up 116 percent in the Navy and Marine Corps over the last two years alone,” said Loftus. “We think Sailors and Marines are more comfortable coming forward and trusting their chain of command to do the right thing.” Also, the reporting of male sexual assault victims in the last year has raised 165 percent. Loftus is quite proud of the increase in male reporting, as they are least likely to report when sexually assaulted. “We’re encouraged that males are comfortable coming forward,” she said. She added that less than 1 percent of males nationwide report assaults. Loftus, who answers directly to Secretary of the Navy Ray Mabus, also shared some of the data compiled during the Department of the Navy’s sexual assault survey for 2013 that ended Jan. 6. One question in the anonymous survey asked was “Do you think your chain of command will take your complaint seriously?” Two years ago, only 31 percent answered yes. This year, the number increased to 97 percent. “We encourage Sailors and Marines to be comfortable talking with their chain of command, but now we need to focus on making sure that chain knows how to properly respond,” she said. Loftus and the SAPRO team are working on building a training centered on how to react when a Sailor or Marine tells you they’ve been sexually assaulted. The training will show leaders how to recognize someone in distress and how to calmly and carefully assist them with the reporting process – if that’s where they would like to go. “We’re also working on getting more victims to share their story with Sailors to help put faces on the issue. If we want to solve this problem, we need to make it personal,” she said. “But it’s very difficult because if you’re a victim, you may not want to be put in a video and share your story.” Locally, Loftus pointed out that the Sigonella community faces a unique set of challenges compared to other overseas locations and especially compared to the
United States. Sailors and Marines in Sigonella have to deal with the lowered legal drinking age, possibly being away from home for the first time and adjusting to the culture difference of living in a foreign country. “Due to those differences, the training in Sigonella has been more tailored to prevent some of the potentially destructive decisions unique to the area,” Loftus said. Loftus also discussed the roving barracks watch that started in Sigonella in February. “We do get a bit of pushback from personnel about standing up the roving barracks watches,” said Loftus. “But they have been extremely successful across the fleet. The watch doesn’t just prevent sexual assault incidents, but encourages overall safety in the barracks.” During the first weekends of the roving barracks watch in San Diego, Loftus said there were four pages of violations. The watch stopped a large group of men escorting a drunken Sailor back to her room. They also found an illegal firearm, unregistered cars and visitors. The watch is also responsible in case of fire or emergency. While in Sigonella Loftus also met with U.S. Naval Hospital Sigonella leadership to discuss important issues concerning sexual assault prevention and how the hospital supports DON SAPRO’s initiatives. One of the newer initiatives set up is the victim’s legal counsel, an idea that originally came from the Air Force. During investigations prosecutors represent the Navy, defense attorneys represent the accused, but no one was really there to represent the victim. The victim’s legal counsel is now available to victims in both restricted and unrestricted reports and provides legal advice to victims. “While victim’s advocates provide emotional and psychological support, victim’s legal counsel is available for an entirely different kind of support,” said Loftus. “They are there to help guide the victim through the legal process and all the details of UCMJ Article 32.” Overall, Loftus wants the community to know that leadership in the Navy and the DoD are taking sexual assaults very seriously and want to bring an end to assaults in the military.
U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Joshua Murray The Tomahawk wildfire inches closer to buildings on Marine Corps Base Camp Pendleton, Calif., May 15.
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Training Support Center (TSC), Center for Surface Combat Systems Unit (CSCSU), Surface Warfare Officers School Unit (SWOSU), Center for EOD and Diving (CEODD), and Naval Special Warfare Center, Great Lakes hosted Adm. Bill E. Gortney, commander, U.S. Fleet Forces Command, May 15. The nature of Gortney’s visit was to get a better understanding of what the roles are for TSC and learning sites in the initial training process of all new accession Sailors. Starting off the tour, Gortney began with a visit with Naval Station Great Lakes (NSGL) headquarters for a leadership roundtable including TSC Commanding Officer Henry “Hank” P. Roux Jr.; Capt. Frank Martin, commanding officer, Navy Region Midwest; Capt. Robert J. Fink, chief of staff, Naval Service
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Training Command; Capt. William Bulis, commanding officer, NSGL; Capt. Rodney O. Worden, commanding officer, Naval Facilities Engineering Command Midwest; Cmdr. Eugene Roberts, commanding officer, SWOSU; and Cmdr. Gregory C. Ludwig, commanding officer, CSCSU; who welcomed him to Great Lakes. “We were very pleased to have one of our largest customers visit and be able to see firsthand the training that goes into providing them their most valuable asset in the fleet and that is our Sailors,” said Roux. “I believe he was very impressed with the staff, with the instructors, military bearing and training that is provided to the next generation of Sailors.” Gortney then proceeded to CEODD and Special Warfare Preparatory School to visit with the SEAL Pre-Buds (Basic Underwater Demolition) and EOD (Explosive Ordnance Disposal) preparatory schools. After completing boot camp, desig-
U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Joshua Murray
By Army Sgt. 1st Class Tyrone responders with fire suppresWarren also noted the wildC. Marshall Jr. sion operations.” fires have affected military American Forces Press Service
WASHINGTON
The Defense Department is providing assistance to local emergency officials battling intense wildfires in the Southern California area, Defense Department spokesman Army Col. Steven Warren said, May 16. “Emergency management officials in Southern California have been battling some pretty intense wildfires over the past few days,” he said. “DOD personnel and equipment based in the Southern California area have been assisting local first
U.S. FLEET FORCES TOURS TSC AND LEARNING SITES By Sue Krawczyk
Marines evacuate their barracks on Marine Corps Base Camp Pendleton, Calif., May 15
nated students are sent through the Navy Diving and EOD preparatory course to ensure they are prepared for the rigorous training they will experience during their next phase of training. Gortney was able to see the swim and physical readiness qualifications in progress. The visit continued with a visit to CSCSU Apprentice Technical Training (ATT) School for a brief and integrated Learning Classroom tour. Gortney was able to observe Fire Controlman (FC)/Electronics Technician (ET) “A” School Lab and labs and simulators and Radar Display lab where students learn the basics of troubleshooting electronic equipment.At Gunner’s Mate “A” School, he viewed Fire Arms Training Simulator (FATS) and torpedo tube. From there, Gortney met with Coalition of Sailors Against Destructive Decisions for lunch in the galley. The tour resumed at Center for Surface Combat Systems Unit (CSCSU) for a tour on the Boat-
The colonel described Navy and Marine Corps efforts to help subdue the wildfires using resources from military installations in the region. “The Marine Corps is supporting the effort with five CH-53 Super Stallions and eight CH-46 Chinook helicopters,” Warren said. “The Navy provided six MH-60 Seahawk helicopters. Additionally, firefighters from Navy bases at Coronado, San Diego, Point Loma [and] El Centro are supporting neighboring civilian firefighters with five trucks and approximately 50 personnel.”
■ during his visit During his visit, Adm. Gortney visited the battleship USS North Carolina where he received an overview of the responsibilities of the Navy Military Training Instructors (NMTIs) and what their jobs entail.
swain’s Mate (BM) “A” school USS Whitehat training facility. This “mock ship” gives students familiarity with line handling, ship-to-ship refueling, winching systems and small boat usage. “We provided Adm. Gortney an understanding of the training curriculum for Sailors and their specific technical rates. We demonstrated our transition to an 85 percent instructor led environment and 15 percent CBT blended training solution, and how the students perform in that environment,” said Cmdr. Gregory C. Ludwig, commanding officer, CSCSU. “Additionally, we were able to show the soon-to-be transition from legacy equipment such as the AN/SPS-64 surface search RADAR to a modern basic Part-Task Trainer that will take the AN/SPS-64 system
installations, personnel and families in the region, forcing evacuations. “One fire line, known as the Tomahawk fire line, has caused closures and evacuations of portions of Camp Pendleton and Naval Weapon Station Fallbrook,” he said. “To date, 356 families have been evacuated to shelters on other parts of Camp Pendleton. More than 6,300 acres on Camp Pendleton have burned so far.” More than 380 civilian and military firefighters are engaged in fighting that fire, the colonel said.
to an enhanced digital training aid.” The Operations Specialist (OS) and Quartermaster (QM) “A” school offered Gortney a glimpse into the technical training in charting, radar scope operations and other core specialties of the rates. “He was able observe the handson foundations of navigation taught to the OS and QM rates with the use of navigational charts and maneuvering boards, as well as the follow on Voyage Management System training,” said Ludwig. Gortney continued his visit with the Basic Engineering Common Core (BECC)/strand where he was shown the training facilities of BECC and Computer Based Training (CBT) classrooms and various labs where they observed the course features in detail. BECC balances CBT training with hands-on training labs, instructor-led classroom training, and the study of fleet equipment in extremely realistic simulations creating an Integrated Learning Environment (ILE). He also received a tour of the Flat Panel Diesel simulator and explained how SWOSU prepares students into becoming apprentice technicians before heading to the Hull Technician and Damage Control Strands.
| White, survivors wear stainless steel wristbands to honor the fallen
Continued from B1 “For more than 12 years, with our nation at war, the men and women of our armed forces have known the measure of danger that comes with military service,” he said. “But year after year, tour after tour, they have displayed a selfless willingness to incur it – by stepping forward, by volunteering, by serving and sacrificing greatly to keep us all safe. “Today, our troops are coming home,” he added, saying that by year’s end the war in Afghanistan will be over. “And, today, we pay tribute to a soldier who embodies the courage of his generation – a young man who was a freshman in high school when the Twin Towers fell, and who just five years later became an elite paratrooper with the leg-
endary 173rd Airborne – the Sky Soldiers.” The president recounted the Nov. 9, 2007, ambush outside the village of Aranas in Afghanistan’s Nuristan province, in which five Soldiers and a Marine would perish, as White’s unit of 13 Americans and a squad of Afghan soldiers descended into what was called “Ambush Alley.” Suddenly, the chatter of AK-47s and the smoke trails of rocket-propelled grenades lit up the valley, sending shattered shards and chunks of red-hot metal and rock flying. With nowhere to escape the three-pronged onslaught but down a steep decline, White, 1st Lt. Matthew Ferrara, Spc. Kain Schilling, Marine Corps Sgt. Phillip Bocks and an interpreter were left stranded as the rest of the unit slid 160 feet down the mountain.
Then a specialist, the 20-year-old White emptied one 30-round clip from his M-4, but as he went to slide another into place, an RPG screamed in nearby. “It was just lights out,” he said later. That wouldn’t be the last time that day he would be rocked by a nearby explosion. White saw his buddy Schilling trying to stay in the shade of what Schilling later recalled “as the smallest tree on earth.” Schilling had been wounded severely in his right upper arm, so White sprinted to Schilling, applied a tourniquet, then saw Bocks. After four sprints and attempts to pull Bocks to cover, White finally was successful, and he began administering first aid. He applied a tourniquet, but it was too late. Bocks’ wounds had been too severe, and he passed away.
When White looked up, he saw Schilling take another round, this time to his left leg. Again, he sprinted to Schilling. Out of tourniquets, he used his belt and was able to once again stop the bleeding. While the one-way battle continued, White saw his lieutenant lying face-down. He ran to Ferrara’s aid, but found he was dead. As White once recalled in an interview, he had accepted that he and Schilling weren’t going to make it through this firefight. “It’s just a matter of time before I’m dead,” White had said. “I figured if that’s going to happen, I might as well help while I can.” White next secured a radio, as both his and Schilling’s had been destroyed by smallarms fire. He relayed a situational report and called for mortars, artillery, air strikes
and helicopter guns runs. Suddenly, and for the second time that day, an explosion that “scrambled my brains a little bit there,” concussed White. A friendly 120-mm mortar round had fallen a bit short of its intended target. Though struggling to keep Schilling and himself from falling asleep, White eventually was able to lay out a landing zone and assist the flight medic in hoisting all the wounded aboard. Only then did he allow himself to be medically evacuated. Today, nearly seven years later, White and the other survivors of the Battle of Aranas wear a stainless steel wristband made by one of the unit’s Soldiers. Each is etched with the names of those who didn’t come home: 1st Lt. Matthew C. Ferrara, Sgt. Jeffery S. Mersman, Spc. Sean
K.A. Langevin, Spc. Lester G. Roque, Pfc. Joseph M. Lancour and Marine Corps Sgt. Phillip A. Bocks. “Kyle, members of Chosen Company, you did your duty, and now it’s time for America to do ours,” Obama said. “You make us proud, and you motivate all of us to be the best we can be as Americans, as a nation.” Following the ceremony, White offered his thoughts to the media: “I wear this medal for my team. I also wear a piece of metal around my wrist. It was given to me by another survivor of the 9 November ambush; he wears an identical one,” he said. “This has made it even more precious than the medal just placed around my neck. On it are the names of six fallen brothers; they are my heroes.”
FLAGSHIPNEWS.COM | MAY 22, 2014 | THE FLAGSHIP | B9 A U.S. Army HH60 Blackhawk helicopter prepares to land on Forward Operating Base Liberty during Operation Northern Lights. The aircraft is a vital part of battlefield medicine, as it is used to transport casualties to field medical centers.
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Northern Lights brings Navy medicine to the Home Field By MC2 John Sorensen Navy Public Affairs Support Element Midwest
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Two weeks each year, Sailors from around the country gather to attend Northern Lights, an annual Navy Reserve medical training exercise May 1 through 14, hosted by Expeditionary Medical Facility Great Lakes One, a Navy Reserve expeditionary medical unit based out of Great Lakes, Ill. The purpose of the exercise is to provide practical experience in the Expeditionary Medical Facility environment. Training is conducted under rugged conditions, in a simulated wartime environ-
ment. A great deal of training material is covered in a short period of time, resulting in a strenuous training schedule. “This is an incredible exercise,” said Rear Adm. Victor Hall, deputy commander for Navy Medicine West, while touring the hospital. From the most junior Sailor to the seasoned surgeon, Hall had nothing but praise for the men and women of Northern Lights. “It really shows the public what Navy Reserve Medicine is capable of doing.” A total of 215 Sailors are assigned to one of three phases of training. The first involved setting up of the hospital facility. This included construction of a 44-bed tent compound, which con-
Hospital Corpsman 2nd Class Thomas Reese admits a casualty into the Emergency Room at the Forward Operating Base Liberty during Operation Northern Lights.
sists of a triage area, emergency room, operating room, intensive care unit, acute care ward, pharmacy, radiology, laboratory and supply departments. The next phase placed an emphasis on utilizing the spaces. The Sailors treated simulated casualties with little to no warning of their arrival. The ‘casualties’ arrived by U.S. Army Reserve HH-60 Blackhawk helicopter or Humvee ambulance 24-hours a day and simulated just about every battlefield injury. Lt. Cmdr. Rodolfo Caños, whose civilian specialty is as a pediatric and psychiatric nurse practitioner, served as the officer-in-charge of the 2014 Northern Lights. He explained the third phase of the exercise. “The last phase is a continuation of the second with more focus on mass-casualty care,” he said. “This is the point in the exercise where we prove we can go anywhere and provide the best care for our warriors.” “This is very good training for the reserve Sailors who have not been to a combat zone,” said Hospital Corpsman 2nd Class Matthew Hill. Hill said he participated in Northern Lights for the first time. He recently spent time in Afghanistan, where he did exactly what these Sailors are training to do. Training was a very important part of the exercise. The tasks ranged from assessing vital signs to treating compound fractures and simulated battle injuries. The Sailors experienced the many levels of combat medicine training. “They are here to learn,” said Capt. Edwin Turner, the emergency room department head. “It’s up to you to
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Hospital Corpsman 2nd Class Randy Clady participates in a ‘Fallen Angel’ ceremony at Forward Operating Base Liberty during Operation Northern Lights.
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out to the field and see what these Sailors can do,” Caños said, visibly proud of this team. “You can’t put a price on what these people are doing.” Hall confirmed the importance of this training to the attending Sailors. “This is exactly what we need to be doing,” he said of these types of exercises. “They keep us relevant and mission ready.” With the training the Sailors received, they will be capable of performing the basic and tactical operations to prepare
a Navy Expeditionary Medical Facility for worldwide deployment. Military medicine is a joint effort and part of its readiness includes being able to work with the other services. Northern Lights was just one facet of a larger exercise involving the Army, Air Force and the Navy. “These three services work in tandem, all-the-while keeping focused on the welfare of our warriors,” Caños said. “This is probably one of the biggest missions of its kind.”
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PRE-COMMISIONING UNIT AMERICA’S CRASH TEAM EARNS PERFECT SCORE By MC1 John Scorza PCU America Public Affairs
PASCAGOULA, MISS
Flight operations are some of the most extensive and complex naval evolutions. The Navy flies aircraft not only from military bases on land, but also from virtually every type of ship in service while at sea. Just like civilian flight operations, the Navy has air traffic controllers, maintenance crews and ground crews to manage all aspects of flight operations around the globe. During aviation-related emergencies at sea, however, ship crews rely on crash and salvage teams to serve as first responders on the scene. Unlike civilian airports, the Navy cannot clear a runway, isolate an aircraft or call 911 for assistance. Ships’ crash and salvage teams, like the one aboard Pre-commissioning Unit (PCU) America (LHA 6), are ultimately responsible for effectively responding to any flight deck emergency. “On the flight deck, there is no fire department to call for help. On the flight deck, we are the fire department,” said Aviation Boatswain’s Mate (Handling) 1st Class (AW/SW) Nnamdi Emenogu, America’s crash and salvage division leading petty officer. “No one is coming to bail us out during emergency situations. Aviation is a dangerous business, and we have to be prepared for anything.” Over the past year, Emenogu and his chain of command have been working diligently to prepare and train America’s first crash and salvage crew. The America crew took possession of the ship April 10, and continues to certify in all facets of shipboard operations before its commissioning in late 2014. America’s crash and salvage team was selected from the ABHs assigned to the ship. Their first goal, once established, was to complete the certification process at the Aircraft Firefighting Shipboard Team Trainer (AFSTT) at the Naval Air Technical Training Center (NATTC) in Pensacola, Fla. The crew began to take shape in March 2013 as America’s Air Department began placing Sailors in various divisions according to rate, experience and qualifications. At that time, the ship was under construction in Pascagoula, Miss., and the crash and salvage crew was stationed at America’s detachment in San Diego, where the ship will eventually be homeported. There, the crew began their training. Unlike other crash and salvage teams around the fleet, the America team had little equipment and began with a group of Sailors who possessed limited or no practical experience.
“We spent a lot of time in classrooms studying and learning procedures,” said Emenogu. “We put a lot of effort into training and getting ourselves ready, but it was very challenging. When you’re holding training in classrooms as much as we had to, you have to find ways to keep the team motivated and make them understand how important their job is.” Soon after learning the basics within the classrooms, the crew began to embark on other ships around the fleet to gain practical experience. “More than 90 percent of our crash crew are brand new Sailors,” said Chief Aviation Boatswain’s Mate (Handling) (SW/AW) Andre Lilly, crash and salvage division’s leading chief petty officer. “Beyond the classroom training, we sent all of our Sailors to various ships in San Diego, such as the USS Boxer (LHD 4), USS Makin Island (LHD 8) and USS Peleliu (LHA 5), that offered their flight deck so we could conduct training. We also took them to several squadrons for familiarization on aircraft we will be landing on the ship.” Several months later, the team traveled to NATTC for the evaluation they had been training for. The crash crew trained for one week, practicing on aviation equipment and honing their techniques before a final evaluation on the last day. Over the week-long course, the team used a mobile aircraft fire fighting training device (MAFTD) and completed a variety of training exercises, including personnel rescue, fire fighting, and aircraft rescue and salvage scenarios. The team was put to the test during the final evolution process as they responded to an aircraft crash on the flight deck as it broke out in flames. The team immediately responded to the casualty utilizing the mobile fire-fighting vehicle (MFFV) P-25 fire truck. “As the P-25 is approaching the aircraft, the crash and salvage team is shooting aqueous film forming foam (AFFF) at the aircraft cockpit to help establish a rescue path,” said Lilly. “Once they are within a safe and effective distance, the crash crew members will come off the back of the unit to man a single hand line and begin cooling ordnance.” Within minutes, the remaining members of the crash team responded to the scene, manning fire fighting hoses. Once the fire was out and the aircraft was safe to approach, the team performed an emergency shutdown of the aircraft and began rescue procedures for the flight crew. With the fire out and the crew to safety, the team then flawlessly shifted their focus to moving the aircraft out of the landing area. Throughout the complex evolution, the team’s scene leader, a position usually filled by a second class petty officer, was manned by an airman. “As a scene leader, you are responsible for the
On the flight deck we are the fire department. No one is coming to bail us out during emergency situations. Aviation is a dangerous business, and we have to be prepared for anything” -Aviation Boatswain’s Mate (Handling) 1st Class (AW/SW) Nnamdi Emenogu
safety and actions of everyone on scene,” said Aviation Boatswain’s Mate Airman Robert Holland. “When you respond to a casualty you have to know that you can step up and lead no matter what the situation is. There are a lot of moving parts in a fire fighting evolution or a salvage operation. You have to have your head on a swivel and be able to see all of it and control it at the same time.” After completing all the drills and requirements, the team waited patiently to hear the final score of their evaluation from the instructors. The overall course completion score Navy-wide is a stellar 96.8 percent. Before long, the instructors relayed to the team that they had achieved a perfect score of 100 percent. “The crew performed in outstanding fashion,” said Aviation Boatswain’s Mate 2nd Class (AW/ SW) Gregory L. Scott, a team trainer instructor at NATTC. “They completed each task with precision and are definitely one of the best crews I’ve ever seen. If I hadn’t known already that they were a brand new crew, there is no way I would have guessed that was the case.” In a message to the America from NATTC Pensacola, the crash team was recognized for their outstanding performance: “The America team displayed outstanding teamwork and enthusiasm throughout the week-Bravo Zulu to the America crash and salvage crew.” “This was a first test to see where we are and how far we have come along,” said Emenogu. “I’ve been to that team trainer six times over the course of my career, and this is the first time I’ve been a part of team that scored 100. Being able to train a crew from scratch and ending up having the highest score in the fleet has been incredible and is a major accomplishment for our team and crew.” The team’s performance was also noticed by Lilly. “I’ve been doing this for a long time. At my last assignment, I was an evaluator for Afloat Training Group San Diego,” said Lilly. “This group did the best job I’ve ever seen out of any crash crew. [Their stellar performance] was evident because the instructors at NATTC thought the same, and it was reflected in the score. For me, receiving a perfect score in this evolution was one of my proudest moments as a chief petty officer.” As the first crash and salvage team on America, Emenogu and his crew believe achieving the perfect score was the perfect beginning for the new ship. “I’m very proud of my crash crewmen. It feels great to be able to say that we are the first crash crewmen on board this great ship and know we have set a standard of excellence.”
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DINOSAUR ROAR! Virginia Living Museum to welcome robotic creatures NEWPORT NEWS
A new gang of dinosaurs is coming to town this summer at the Virginia Living Museum in DINOS LIVE! Roaring, stomping robotic prehistoric creatures have been a popular attraction every time they’ve been featured at the Newport News museum. This year, for the first time, the VLM will feature the lifelike creations of Billings Productions, North America’s leading producer of animatronic dinosaurs. The summer exhibit, from May 24 through Sept. 1, will take visitors back more than 65 million years to the Cretaceous Period when Tyrannosaurus rex ruled North America. Tremble at a growling T-rex, always a favorite with museum visitors and see new dinosaurs making their museum debut. Watch an Edmontosaurus mother tend her brood. There’s even a nestful of eggs ready to hatch. See Euoplocephalus, built like a military tank and weighing in at 3 tons, and Styracosarus, one of the most spectacular of the horned reptiles. The dinosaur that highlights the link between non-avian dinosaurs and birds is the Citipati, whose spectacular head crest is similar to that of a modern cassowary. Each animatronic dinosaur is powered by a pneumatic system and fitted with its own electronic “brain” to activate and control fluid movements and prehistoric sounds. The robotic dinosaurs use air pistons and state-of-the art electronics under steel frames to fuel the creatures. The frames are covered with detailed foam rubber skin to simulate their lifelike appearance with bony horns, sharp claws and blade-like teeth. Also new this summer is Fossil Find, a tented outdoor dinosaur excavation area. Amateur paleontologists can
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■ coming to life DINOS LIVE! at the Virginia Living Museum will feature the roaring, stomping lifelike creations of Billings Productions, North America’s leading producer of animatronic dinosaurs.
search through a mound of fossil-filled sediment and then take home real fossils. And they can help uncover real fossil bones of ancient whales. Four to five million years ago whales swam in an ocean that covered the Peninsula. Step back in time with DINOS LIVE! Learn and appreciate the world’s prehistoric past and uncover its lessons for our planet’s future. From Memorial Day through Labor Day, the museum is open 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. daily. Tickets cost $17 for adults, $13 for children ages 3 to 12, and children ages 2 and under and VLM members are free. DINOS LIVE! and Fossil Find will also be open on three evenings on June 14, July 12 and Aug. 9, from 6 to 8 p.m. Cost for the evening is $6 per person. VLM members are admitted free. The museum is located at 524 J. Clyde Morris Blvd., Newport News, I-64, exit 258A. For more information visit thevlm. org or call 595-1900.
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Pharrell Williams will headline WNVZ Z104’s 4th annual ShaggFest on June 7 at Farm Bureau Live at Virginia Beach. Featuring both national and local artists ShaggFest in three short years has become one of the biggest music festivals in the country. Headlining ShaggFest is a homecoming for Pharrell who grew up listening to Z104. Pharrell, a multiple Grammy Award winning musician, is one of the biggest forces in music, fashion and a superstar producer. Daft Punk’s “Get Lucky” and Robin Thicke’s “Blurred Lines” are just two of Pharrells recent mega collaborations. His current album GIRL featuring his hit single “HAPPY” is currently #1 in the country. “ShaggFest is homegrown in Virginia Beach, just like Pharrell and we are delighted that Pharrell decided to make everyone “HAPPY” in Hampton Roads,” said Bennett Zier, Entercom Norfolk GM/Vice President. Brandon “Shaggy” Stokes, Music Director/Morning show host for Z104 added, “Pharrell and I go way back and I can’t be happier to have my friend perform at our 2014.” For access to contests, including a chance to win free tickets this event, sign up for the Military News Weekend Access E-blast! Visit http://flashipnews.com/eblast now!
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Salute to Summer is an unabashed “Star-Spangled” salute to great music, fun in the sun, and the military men and women who have sacrificed their lives throughout our history, May 23-25. All weekend long there will be live, free entertainment on three outdoor stages at the 17th, 24th and 31st Street parks featuring music presented by local and regional bands. Among those scheduled to perform are Rare Mixx, TRADOC Concert Band and The Fuzz Band on Friday; Nature’s Child, Jesse chong Band and DEJA on Saturday; and The River Boyz, Seth Stainback & Roosterfoot, and The Deloreans on Sunday. All concerts will take place from 8 to 10:45 p.m. each evening. Salute to Summer will also feature the “Heroes Walk” display stretching along the boardwalk from 17th to 31st Streets. Original essays written by local high school students are reproduced on four by eight foot banners easily read by passers-by. These essays describe the military conflicts in which the United States has been involved throughout history. They help to remind us of the price that has been paid and is still being paid today by our United States military. For more information on Salute to Summer, including concert schedules, visit online at www.beachstreetusa.com.
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Calendar Nauticus to host 50th anniversary For a complete list of events in Hampton Roads or to submit your own, visit www.flagshipnews.com/calendar
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LKC All Breed Dog Show ■ When: May 23 - 26 ■ Where: Hampton Roads Convention Center ■ For more information, contact: 315-1610 or
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www.langleykennelclub.org The Hampton Roads Convention Center will once again welcome over 1,500 canine friends to The Virginia Memorial Day Cluster. Hosted by the Virginia Beach and Langley Kennel Clubs, this highly anticipated event is expected to draw over 4,000 spectators within a four day period. This year’s cluster highlights will include four days of obedience trials, four days worth of AKC Rally, and a free Junior Showmanship clinic. The event will feature over 30 vendors offering unique pet merchandise not generally available in the Hampton Roads region.
An evening of Mary Poppins ■ When: May 23 - 24 at 7 p.m.; May 25 at 2 p.m. ■ Where: Sandler Center ■ Cost: Tickets are $17 to $27 ■ For more information, visit: www.sandlercenter.org
Based on the books by P.L. Travers and the classic Walt Disney film, and presented by the Governor’s School for the Arts, Mary Poppins The Musical includes a score filled with timeless classics such as “Feed the Birds,” “Jolly Holiday,” “Step in Time” and “Chim-Chim Cheree.” Enjoy Punch & Pics with Mary Poppins before the show on both May 24 and 25.
Get ready for a high-energy Memorial Day weekend event guaranteed to “stoke” surf enthusiasts of all ages. The Global Surf Network has partnered with Bruce Brown Films to present the 50th anniversary edition of Bruce Brown’s iconic surf film “The Endless Summer.” The City of Norfolk and Nauticus is hosting the inaugural East Coast Surf Film & Music Festival that sets the stage for this memorable summertime surf party. Along with a newly digitized release of “The Endless Summer,” the festival will feature concerts, presentations by water sports experts, educators and surf film directors, additional surfer film screenings and much more. Festival events, which are free and open to the public, begin at noon on May 24. Musical performances and film screenings will alternate throughout the afternoon, with “The Endless Summer” shown at 8 p.m. in the Nauticus Theater. “We’re very excited to be working with Bruce Brown Films to honor Bruce Brown by celebrating the 50th anniversary of ‘The Endless Summer,’” said Rob Beedie of Global Surf Network. “This documentary surf film inspired surfers to start traveling the world in search of the perfect wave.” Surf music will be a major part of the weekend festivities, including local band Cha Cha’s Cadillac and Bekah Eden & Friends; and Florida’s Aquanuts Surf Band and world famous, Mojo Collins. Bands will play on the Battleship Wisconsin’s fantail from noon until 4:45 p.m. on Saturday. Three independent surf films will play in the Nauticus Theater beginning at 3 p.m. on Saturday as well. Films include: “Dust, Resin, Water” by Troy Cryder from Virginia; “Hundred Miles to the End” by John Beattie from New York; and “Connected to the Sea” by Dr. Diane WehrellGrabowski from Florida. Jan Van Mecl, creative director of Bruce Brown Films said, “It is a
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■ following the waves Released in 1966, filmmaker Bruce Brown’s surfing documentary “The Endless Summer” follows Mike Hynson and Robert August on a surfing trip around the world.
greatly special moment for us at Bruce Brown Films having seen 50 years of this masterpiece grace a number of different venues, this one being a particularly unique venue. We are humbled to have the Global Surf Network, the City of Norfolk, and Nauticus as our friends from afar in presenting yet another celebratory event of The Endless Summer’s 50th anniversary.”
Participants in the film and music festival will be given the opportunity to donate to three different organizations that benefit the U.S. military service men and women and veterans: Wounded Warrior Project; Virginia Beachbased, Wounded Wear; and the USS Wisconsin. The iconic movie poster will be available for purchase. All events are open to the public. Limited seating is available in the theater and will be available based on a first-come, first-served basis. For more information on “The Endless Summer” 50th anniversary Celebration at Nauticu, contact Jan Van Mecl at (310) 543-4358 or www.brucebrownfilms.com, or Rob Beedie at 6337445 or www.GlobalSurfNetwork.com.
USO Patriotic Festival ■ When: May 30 through June 1 ■ Where: Virginia Beach Oceanfront ■ For more information, visit: www.patrioticfestival.com
The 2014 USO Patriotic Festival is scheduled to take place on May 30 through June 1. The actionpacked weekend will include a daily Oceanfront air show, which is free and open to the public, followed by concerts each evening. This year’s musical guests include one of country music’s hottest groups, The Band Perry, on Friday at 7 p.m., and rising country music star Jake Owen, on Saturday at 7 p.m. Tickets can be purchased at any Ticketmaster location, online at Ticketmaster.com or by phone at (800) 745-3000.
Mount Trashmore Summer Carnival ■ When:
May 30 through June 24; 6 to 11 p.m. during the week, 2 to 11 p.m. on weekends ■ Where: Mount Trashmore Park, Virginia Beach ■ Cost: Admission is free; ride tickets are $1 each (rides take between 2 and 6 tickets) ■ For more information, contact: 385-1100, e-mail fun@VBgov.com or visit www.VBgov.com/carnival Featuring thrilling rides, challenging games, traditional state fair foods and enjoyable attractions, the Mount Trashmore Summer Carnival is back for another season of family-styled entertainment. Starting May 30, the summer carnival at Mount Trashmore Park offers free admission for everyone plus free parking. Ticket specials include $18 wristband on Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays; $12 wristband on Tuesdays; all rides $1 each on Thursdays; and $20 wristband on weekends.
Community Day 2014 ■ When: May 31; 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. ■ Where: First Church of God, 8600 Granby St., Norfolk ■ Cost: Free ■ For more information, contact: 587-1310
Event will feature food, game, prizes and free “Safety Print” ID Cards provided by the Norfolk Sheriff’s Department to help keep children safe.
Tuskegee Airmen Golf Tournament ■ When:
June 13; sign-in starts at 7 a.m., shotgun start at 9 a.m. ■ Where: Newport News Golf Club at Deer Run ■ Cost: $70 per person ■ For more information, contact: Terry Addison at 850-0270 or 871-2963 The Tuskegee Airmen 16th annual Larry E. Anderson Jr. Scholarship Golf Tournament is scheduled for June 13. Registration includes 18 holes, cart, goody bag, lunch, on course prizes (including $10,000 for a hole in one) and prize drawings. Register at www.tajtidewaterchapter.com.
Air Force band highlights free Memorial Day patriotic event NEWPORT NEWS
Military reunion planners and retired service members are invited to celebrate the Memorial Day holiday in Newport News at a patriotic concert in City Center at Oyster Point. The gates will open at 5 p.m. on May 26 with food and drink vendors on-site to provide you with an assortment of delicious food and cold beverages. Come early and bring a beach blanket or some folding chairs to secure your spot on the lawn in front of the bandstand. Then, at 7:30 p.m., enjoy the best of Americana music played by an extraordinary ensemble of musicians: the United States Air Force Heritage of America Band. “While Memorial Day typically signals the unofficial start of summer, let’s not forget that it also represents something much more important – a day to
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honor those we’ve lost protecting and preserving the freedoms we enjoy,” said Barb Kleiss, Group Marketing Manager with the Newport News Tourism Development Office. During the concert, patrons will have the opportunity to pay their respect at the “Wall of Honor,” where they can pin ribbons, paper flowers, notes, etc., in memory of family, friends and neighbors who have died in service to their country – and in remembrance of those who went missing in action. Expected to be a real crowd-pleas-
er, the concert is free and open to the public. It is part of the Virginia Arts Festival’s 18th season and is funded in part by the City of Newport News and the Newport News Arts and Humanities Commission. Sponsors include Ferguson Enterprises, Harvey Lindsay Commercial Real Estate, M. Price Distributing, SweetWater, and Pomoco Auto Group. For more information, contact Barb Kleiss at 926-1442, toll-free at (888) 493-7386, or by email at bkleiss@ nngov.com.
CELTIC WOMAN BRINGING ITS EMERALD TOUR TO NORFOLK NORFOLK
Global music phenomenon Celtic Woman will bring The Emerald Tour to Chrysler Hall on May 23 at 7:30 p.m. The all-new stage production will celebrate Ireland and the Emerald Isles’ spellbinding Celtic heritage through an extraordinary presentation of traditional Irish anthems, pop standards and original music by Emmy-nominated music producer, David Downes. The Emerald Tour will showcase inspiring performances of timeless music with the unforgettable, angelic voices of Celtic Woman. “The Emerald: Musical Gems” spotlights newly reimagined performances of fan favorites, including the enchanting “Caladonia” and the ever-haunting “Danny Boy.” Also featured are new interpretations of Celtic Woman’s inspiring performances of the beloved “Amazing Grace” and “You Raise Me Up.” Named Celtic Woman in order to
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represent the essence of a Celtic female performer, the group’s 2014 tour features four sublimely gifted Irish women – vocalists Susan McFadden, Lynn Hilary and newest member Mairéad Carlin along with Celtic violinist Máiréad Nesbitt. The lineup of performers has rotated since the group began, but the signature sound of Celtic Woman
has never changed. Joining the women on stage are The Aontas Choir, bagpipers, and two championship Irish dancers all under the direction Downes, former music director for Irish stage show Riverdance. For more information, call 664-6464, visit http://www.sevenvenues.com or www.celticwoman.com.
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$3 Movies JEB Little Creek, Gator Theater – 462-7534 Thursday, May 22 7 p.m. –Transcendence (PG-13) Friday, May 23 6 p.m. –The Other Woman (PG-13) 9 p.m. – Brick Mansions (PG-13) Saturday, May 24 1 p.m. – Heaven Is For Real (PG) 4 p.m. –The Other Woman (PG-13) 7 p.m. – A Haunted House 2 (R)
X-Men: Days of Future Past The ultimate X-Men ensemble fights a war for the survival of the species across two time periods. The characters from the original X-Men film trilogy join forces with their younger selves from “X-Men: First Class” in an epic battle that must change the past to save our future. Convinced that mutants pose a threat to humanity, Dr. Bolivar Trask (Peter Dinklage) develops the Sentinels, enormous robotic weapons that can detect a mutant gene and zero in on that person. In the 21st century, the Sentinels have evolved into highly efficient killing machines. With mutants now facing extinction, Wolverine (Hugh Jackman) volunteers to go back in time and rally the X-Men of the past to help change a pivotal moment in history and thereby save their future.
The Angriest Man in Brooklyn In all of his years, Henry Altmann (Robin Williams) has never had a good day. An embittered malcontent with a perpetual chip on his shoulder, Altmann’s impatience is put to the test one morning in his doctor’s waiting room. Little does Altmann realize that Dr. Gill (Mila Kunis) is having a particularly rough morning as well. Particularly enraged after being informed that he has a brain aneurism, Altmann demands to know how long he has left to live. When the frustrated doctor vindictively gives Altmann a life-expectancy of 90 minutes, a sudden sense of regret washes over him, propelling him on a mission to seek forgiveness with the people he has hurt the most in life. Meanwhile, Dr. Gill, regretful of her callous and reckless diagnosis, races to track Altmann down, and get him on the operating table.
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Blended Recently divorced mom Lauren (Drew Barrymore) and widowed dad Jim (Adam Sandler) let their friends push them into a blind date, which goes disastrously wrong. Unsurprisingly, neither wants to see the other ever again. However, fate intervenes when both Jim and Lauren, unbeknown to each other, purchase one-half of the same vacation package at a South African resort. Now they and their children are forced to share the same suite and participate in a slew of family activities together.
Retirement at last. Middle-aged and divorced, company owner Richard Jones (Pierce Brosnan) is looking forward to a worry-free existence as he arrives at his office on his last day of work. Much to his dismay, he discovers that the management buyout of his company was fraudulent. The company is now bankrupt and the employee pension fund – including his own – has been embezzled. Enlisting the help of his ex-wife Kate (Emma Thompson), Richard sets out to track down the shady businessman behind the fraud.
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Admission to all movies is only $3 per person at both Aerotheater and Gator Theater. Children ages two and younger are admitted free. Patrons 17 years of age or younger must be accompanied by a paying adult to attend all R rated movies. Doors open approximately one hour before showtimes. Both theaters are now accepting credit cards for admission and snacks. Schedule is subject to change. For your weekly movie showtimes and more, check out the Navy Mid-Atlantic Region MWR website at discovermwr.com.
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Elton John returns to Virginia Beach; enter for a chance to win tickets VIRGINIA BEACH
Elton John and his band return to Farm Bureau Live at Virginia Beach for the ďŹ rst time in 16 years on June 12. The concert will feature iconic hits and classic album tracks from throughout his incredible ďŹ ve-decade career, as well as a selection of new songs from his highly-anticipated album, “The Diving Board,â€? which was released by Capitol Records last September. John’s band includes Davey Johnstone on guitar, Matt Bissonette on bass, John Mahon on percussion, Nigel Olsson on drums and Kim Bullard on keyboards. “We are thrilled to have Elton John return to Virginia Beach after 16 years,â€? said Tabatha Webster, General Manager, Farm Bureau Live at Virginia Beach. “It will be an incredible evening and a can’t-miss show. We can’t wait for him to bring his state-ofthe-art, new ‘million dollar stage production’ to our city in 2014. It will truly be a night to remember.â€? “The Diving Board,â€? which is produced by T Bone Burnett, features 12 new songs written by John and his longtime lyricist, Bernie Taupin. The new album returns John to the piano, bass and drums lineup that marked the artist’s introduction to worldwide audiences more than 40 years ago. As he explains, “I’m incredibly excited about every aspect of this album: The performances, T Bone’s production, Bernie’s lyrics and the songs we’ve cre-
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ated. ‘The Diving Board’ is the album I’ve been waiting to make for decades.� John is one of the top-selling solo artists of all time, with 35 gold and 25 platinum albums, 29 consecutive Top 40 hits, and he has sold more than 250 million records worldwide. He holds the record for the biggest selling single of all time, “Candle in the Wind ’97,�
which sold 37 million copies. He also holds the record for most appearances on Billboard’s Adult Contemporary chart, with his newest single, “Home Againâ€? marking his 69th entry. For access to contests, including a chance to win free tickets this event, sign up for the Military News Weekend Access E-blast! Visit http:// ashipnews.com/eblast now!
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Mark Wahlberg leads an All-Star Cast in an inspiring story based on true acts of courage in “Lone Survivor.â€? Four Navy SEALs on a covert mission to neutralize a high-level al-Qaeda operative face an impossible, moral decision in “Lone Survivor,â€? the intense, action-packed story of heroism, courage and survival, coming to Blu-ray Combo Pack and On Demand on June 3. Based on Marcus Luttrell’s bestselling memoir, director Peter Berg explores the unbreakable bond of brotherhood in a ďŹ lm that
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Nice guy Jamie McMurray wins Sprint All-Star Race and $1 million payday By Rick Minter Universal Uclick
Sometimes, nice guys do ďŹ nish ďŹ rst. In the Sprint All-Star Race at Charlotte Motor Speedway on May 17, Jamie McMurray started on the outside of the front row for the ďŹ nal 10-lap run to a checkered ag and a $1 million paycheck. He drove off into the turns deeper than he had all night – maybe ever, at Charlotte – and cleared Carl Edwards, then sped away to his ďŹ rst All-Star victory. In Victory Lane he recounted the conversations around his breakfast table that morning between him, his wife, Christy, and their 3-year-old son, Carter, and 1-year-old daughter, Hazel. McMurray asked Carter what he was going to do that day. “He’s like, ‘Well, I’m going to probably play in my sandbox, Dad,’ and he rattled off a couple of random things that I already knew he was going to do,â€? McMurray said. Then Carter asked his father what he was going to do. “I was like, ‘Carter, I’m going to go race for a million dollars tonight.’â€? Then McMurray said Christy – who rarely brings up racing matters at the table – turned to Carter and said, ‘Carter, if Dad were to win tonight, what would you want?’â€? The 3-year-old said he wanted a new train set. So on national TV, McMurray turned to the camera and said, “Carter, you’re going to get a really cool train in the next few days, I promise you.â€? McMurray also offered a heartfelt “thank youâ€? to his longtime sponsor, Johnny Morris from Bass Pro Shops.
Courtesy of NASCAR Jamie McMurray visits Victory Lane for the ďŹ rst time in 2014 and took home a $1 million paycheck for winning the Sprint All-Star Race on May 17.
“I know you’re watching, Johnny,â€? he said. “This is so cool, and I can’t thank you enough for your friendship and everything that you’ve done for our race team. This is an awesome day.â€? It wasn’t just sponsors, fans and family members happy to see McMurray back in Victory Lane. Even his fellow racers seemed happy, as third-ďŹ nishing Matt Kenseth said in his post-race interview. “Really happy for Jamie,â€? Kenseth said. “If we can’t win, it’s always nice to see good guys win.â€? But there’s much more to McMurray than just being a nice guy. Among his seven pointspaying Sprint Cup victories are two of NASCAR’s biggest races – the Daytona 500 and
the Brickyard 400 – both of which he won in 2010. He got his ďŹ rst win, at Charlotte, in 2002 in his second career start, driving as a substitute for the injured Sterling Marlin. He also has eight Nationwide Series victories and one victory in the Camping World Truck Series. Among those in the NASCAR garage, McMurray’s reputation is one of being a driver who really steps up his performance when he’s in contention to win. Veteran crew chief Tony Eury Sr. was McMurray’s crew chief for a Nationwide Series victory at Atlanta Motor Speedway in 2010, and said he liked McMurray in the closing stages of a race because he was so good if he ever got “a whiff of that checkered ag.â€? In the winner’s interview at Charlotte on Saturday night, McMurray’s current car owner, Chip Ganassi, said the same thing about him. “I think he’s got a little nose for the front,â€? Ganassi said. “When he gets a little sniff of the front there, he kind of gets calm all of a sudden and settles down; seems to like it at the front.â€? McMurray was able to get to the front for the ďŹ nal restart in the All-Star Race in large part because of the pit strategy of his rookie crew chief, Keith Rodden, who elected to have McMurray run the race’s third segment on old tires, so they could improve their average segment ďŹ nish and thereby get a better starting spot for the ďŹ nal 10-lap dash. And his pit crew delivered when the heat was on, allowing him to restart on the outside of the front row. “For those guys to come through with an amazing stop ‌ that’s a really good feeling to know that your entire race team is capable of winning.â€?
Courtesy of UFC UFC bantamweight champion Renan Barao.
mmaschedule UFC 173 May 24; 8 p.m., FOX Sports 1; 10 p.m., PPV Featured bouts: Renan Barao vs. T.J. Dillashaw Daniel Cormier vs. Dan Henderson Jake Ellenberger vs. Robbie Lawler Takeya Mizugaki vs. Francisco Rivera UFC Fight Night 41 May 31; noon, UFC Fight Pass Featured bouts: Mark Munoz vs. Gegard Mousasi Francis Carmont vs. C.B. Dollaway Luke Barnatt vs. Sean Strickland Tom Niinimaki vs. Thiago Tavares TUF Brazil 3 Finale May 31; TBA Featured bouts: Fabio Maldonado vs. Stipe Miocic TUF Brazil 3 ďŹ nals Demian Maia vs. Alexander Yakovlev Rony Jason vs. Roberta Peralta
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Former partners to square off for VCW championship By Jonathan McLarty
Country Kidd is scheduled to put his VCW Commonwealth Heritage Championship belt on the line when he faces former champion RH3 when Vanguard Championship Wrestling returns to Norfolk Masonic Temple on June 7.
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Vanguard Championship Wrestling (VCW) returns to Norfolk Masonic Temple on June 7, and several big matches have already signed for the event. VCW Heavyweight Champion Dirty Money will be defending his championship against “The Geordie Bulldogâ€? Sean Denny in the night’s main event. Sean and his brother Mark were supposed to take on the VCW Tag Team Champions at VCW’s event in April but were attacked by The Firm (Mr. Class and Shorty Smalls). Sean came out of the scufe with a bad looking injury to his foot. Only time will tell if Sean will be fully healed come June 7. Dirty Money was able to retain his Heavyweight Championship back in April when he faced Idol X. The match was a wild brawl that saw Idol X score the victory after the use of an illegal object. However, a second referee ordered the match to continue, which allowed Money to retain. Dirty Money and Sean Denny have a long history together, especially as allies in VCW’s faction “The Untouchables.â€? Though the two men have not faced each other in VCW for many years, the familiarity of styles between each man should make for an even match up. Sean Denny has held the VCW Heavyweight
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Championship multiple times in the past and has the skills to obtain the highest honor in VCW. I will be catching up with Sean Denny in the near future to get his thoughts on the upcoming match. A grudge match between James Dallas Hall and Jerry Stephanitsis will also be taking place on June 7. Stephanitsis, who juggles his time calling the action at ringside for the VCW Hype Machine YouTube program and managing RH3, has been a thorn in Hall’s side for some time now. At the April event, Stephanitsis paid $500 each to two relative newcomers to VCW in Ryan Melle and
Devin Lopez so that they would do bodily harm to Hall. Despite the odds being against him, Hall used his experience to score the submission victory. With the constant egging on from Stephanitsis that Hall is not better than RH3, Hall is eager to ďŹ nally get his hands on Stephanitsis. Speaking of RH3, the VCW Commonwealth Heritage Championship changed hands in April as Country Kidd scored a surprise victory over RH3 to become the new champion. James Dallas Hall, after the earlier antics with Stephanitsis’ hired attack, chased Stephanitsis into the ring during this match.
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RH3 was knocked over by Stephanitsis during the chase and was rolled up for the three count – much to the enjoyment of the fans in attendance. RH3 is invoking his guaranteed rematch clause and will face Country Kidd on June 7 to try and recover his championship. Current VCW United States Liberty Champion U.S. Jay Steel will be teaming up with The Reason to take on The Firm (John Kermon and Mr. Class). The Reason has been at odds with John Kermon and Spencer Chestnutt since the middle of 2013 and can’t rid himself of The Firm. You may recall that it was Kermon who directly cost Reason from advancing into the ďŹ nals of the 2013 Lutz Memorial Cup tournament. As Reason sought revenge during his singles match against Kermon in April, Kermon stole the victory with a handful of tights. More matches and surprises are in store on Saturday, June 7. Norfolk Masonic Temple is located at 7001 Granby Street in Norfolk, next to Granby High School. Advance tickets are $15 for ringside and $10 for general admission. To purchase tickets and to ďŹ nd out all of the latest VCW information, visit VCW-Wrestling.com. McLarty is a contributing writer for The Flagship, as well as a local sports and event photographer. Connect with him on Twitter (@JonathanMcLarty) and view his photography at McLartyPhoto.Zenfolio.com.
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How to prep your car for summer driving season Brandpoint
It is summer and you can’t wait to get out on the road to head to the cabin, on vacation or just a nice carefree ride with the windows down. But while you may be ready to go, is your car? These quick vehicle inspection tips will help you make sure your vehicle is ready for the open road. Is it cool in here? Make sure your vehicle is ready to beat the heat by inspecting the air-conditioning (AC) and engine cooling systems. This means removing dirt and debris from the fins of the AC condenser and radiator. While you’re near the radiator, check the coolant level. Look in the owner’s manual for the right anti-freeze. A newer car might require a completely different anti-freeze then what was used by that car’s brand a few years ago. “Mixing incompatible anti-freezes can instantly gum up the cooling system,” said Tom Taylor, engineer and vice president of auto parts retailer RockAuto.com. Also check the cabin air filter that freshens the air flowing into the interior. This filter typically needs to be replaced annually, but it can
Owners are so relieved when they discover their AC problems are solved by simply popping a new cabin air filter in place behind the glove box.”
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clog up much faster if the car is driven on dirt roads or parked under trees. “Owners are so relieved when they discover their AC problems are solved by simply popping a new cabin air filter in place behind the glove box,” Taylor said.
Start by checking the tire pressure. Most tires have a maximum tire pressure printed on the side of the tire, but you want to inflate the tires only to the cold tire pressure printed on the decal inside the driver’s door jam. “With today’s low-profile tires, the difference between the maximum and cold pressures might be 20 PSI or more,” Taylor said. “Inflate a cold tire to the maximum pressure printed on the tire and it will be seriously over inflated once it hits the hot pavement.”
Kick the tires Wherever you plan to go this summer, your tires will take you there; make sure they’re in great shape.
Keep up oil change schedule If you want your engine to stay cool and last, it’s essential that you change the oil at the appropriate times and with the proper
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oil. With older cars, owners might have used lighter weight oil in the winter and heavier oil in the summer. Today’s engines often require the same weight oil year round. “Modern engines use oil as a hydraulic fluid for operating valves and doing other new things,” Taylor said. “Pour 10W-30 into a new engine that requires 0W-20 and there will likely be problems.” Use the weight of oil recommended in the owner’s manual and don’t forget to change the oil filter too. Take care of your vehicle and follow these tips and you can be sure it will be there with you for every new mile marker and memory this summer and beyond.
Tips to help get your family prepared for summer fun StatePoint
Whether you will be taking a road trip or simply hitting a pool or water park this season, creating family fun is all about being prepared. “Make sure you have everything you need to keep the kids entertained, happy and safe. There are lots of resources available online to help you plan,” said Emily “The Travel Mom” Kaufman, a family travel expert, author and blogger. To help busy parents prepare for their upcoming trips and enjoy a fun-filled vacation, Kaufman is offering these helpful tips: Choose your location wisely – When choosing your vacation spot, make certain you visit kid-friendly destinations. Look for pools with separate water play areas for baby swimming. Sometimes big kids can be overwhelming to the little guys. If you are visiting theme parks with
characters, introduce your children slowly, they may be scared. Poolside prep – Pack your swim bags early and often with all the swimming supplies you might need, including: towels, sunscreen, toys, snacks and swimpants. For worry-free water play, try Huggies Little Swimmers Disposable Swimpants, which feature easy open sides that make changing a breeze and provide easy disposal. Special leak guards made for water help protect against messes and stretchy sides give a comfortable fit, in and out of the water. More information can be found at www.Huggies.com. Bring the right supplies – Make road trips fun with a bag full of surprises. Hang a travel cosmetic case from the seatback in front of where your child is seated, filled with ageappropriate activities and snacks. Add games, books, dolls and create a playlist of their favor-
ite songs. If flying, bring everything you might need for 24 hours, just in case. This includes medication, a change of clothes, snacks and games. Don’t forget headphones, so other passengers don’t have to share your child’s video sing-along. Protect from the sun – Hydrate often, use sunscreen throughout the day and protect children with sun umbrellas, t-shirts and hats. Children’s eyes are much more sensitive than adults, so sunglasses are a good idea at the beach and pool. Keep routines – Babies are creatures of habit. Try sticking to routines for meals, bed and bath time. Try not to schedule too much in a day to avoid overtired little ones. Make bedtime easier for yourself by bringing along that special object of affection. Having their own blanket or toy will bring familiarity to a new place.
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Warm weather begs green thumbs across the country to break out their gardening gloves and till the soil for the season’s plantings. Whether this is your first year tending a home garden or it’s something you’ve been doing for decades, gardening offers many rewards, including time spent outdoors, the ability to feel closer to Mother Nature, and of course, the fresh fare plucked just steps from your kitchen. Anyone can have a successful home garden no matter where they live by following a few steps from professional gardeners. Consider these three important tips for starting your garden right so you can enjoy
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Step 2: Prepare garden spaces for accelerated growth After months of not being used, your garden’s soil is likely compact and will require some tilling to loosen the dirt and encourage plant growth. You can do this with a garden rake; for large gardens, some people prefer to rent a power tiller. People who live in smaller homes, a townhouse or condo might prefer to use raised garden beds. Stylish and functional, raised garden planters from Outdoor Essentials eliminate the need to bend over to tend garden, a benefit that has made them vastly popular. Raised garden beds can be used virtually anywhere outdoors, including on a deck or patio, and they can be moved, too, if necessary. Whether you create a garden plot in your yard or add a few raised-garden planters to your patio, make sure the dirt is nutrient-rich and ready for your plants. Typically it’s wise to mix black dirt in with your soil to ensure that plants grow strong. If you’ve had trouble growing in the past, consider getting your soil tested to verify pH levels.
Step 3: Tend daily and enjoy the fruits of your labor For best results, tend your garden on a daily basis. Check for soil moisture and water as necessary. Make sure to pluck weeds and watch for pest infestations. If done daily, it should only take a few minutes to verify the health of your garden, plus it’s fun to watch plants grow and flower. As fruit and vegetables mature, it’s time to enjoy the season’s first harvest. The healthy fresh fare tastes even better knowing you grew it yourself, plus it cuts down on grocery bills. If you find you have too much of one type of produce at once, share with neighbors, coworkers and friends – everyone loves fresh garden delights. Keep in mind that as plants grow, you need to make sure they don’t overcrowd each other. This can limit growth and yield production. If your garden starts to look overgrown, you may need to pluck out a few plants to open up space and encourage proper growth and healthy root systems. Spring to it! The mild, moist weather and longer days of the early gardening season make the conditions ideal for plant growth.
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