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Sailors and Marines carry a migrant on a stretcher for medical assistance. USS Bataan and USS Elrod responded to a report that six small vessels were in distress June 6. 282 people were brought on board Bataan.
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USS Bataan rescues 282 people in distress By Lt. Patricia Kreuzberger Amphibious Squadron 6 Public Affairs
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The multipurpose amphibious assault ship USS Bataan (LHD 5) and the guided-missile frigate USS Elrod (FFG 55) responded to a report from an Italian military marine patrol aircraft that six small vessels, one of which was sinking, were in distress June 6. Bataan launched two MH-60S Sea Hawk helicopters assigned to Helicopter Sea Combat Squadron (HSC) 22 to investigate. Upon arrival at the scene, the helicopters deployed search and rescue (SAR) swimmers to start extracting people from the water. Elrod deployed their 7-meter rigid-hull inflatable boat (RHIB) and Bataan deployed their 11-meter Captain’s Gig along with their 7-meter RHIB to assist. “The raft was deflated and a third of it was underwater,” said Lt. Cmdr. Addison Daniel, officer-in-charge of HSC 22, detachment 1. “They knew we were there to help them and they remained calm.” Bataan brought 282 people, many of who were in need of medical attention, onto the ship to provide assistance and prepare to transfer to shore.
online To see more photos from the rescue, visit the gallery at flagshipnews.com. “It was humbling to know that these people are so desperate for a better life that they would risk everything for a chance.” said Senior Chief Hospital Corpsman Tom Guest. “I felt very proud of the compassion and care the young Sailors showed to these people.” Once the migrants were on board, Sailors and Marines handed out water, food and blankets as well as provided medical attention and temporary shelter. The migrants originated from many different countries including Libya, Nigeria, Ghana, Syria and Togo. “Nothing is more rewarding than to help those in need and to be thanked in three different languages,” said Hospital Corpsman 1st Class Adelino Hernandez. As the sun began to rise the next day, 277 people gathered in Bataan’s well deck to be transferred to the Armed Forces of Malta off-shore patrol vessel, and another five people were evacuated via MV-22 Osprey to Malta because the needed additional medical treatment.
The Sailor stabbed during an altercation at Naval Support Activity (NSA) Hampton Roads, Portsmouth Annex June 6 remains hospitalized in good condition. The Sailor suspected in the assault is in law enforcement custody, awaiting his next court appearance. Petty Officer 2nd Class Justin Dean Powell is recovering at Naval Medical Center (NMC) Portsmouth from multiple stab wounds from the assault. The suspect, Petty Officer 3rd Class Wilbur Garrett Harwell is expected to be arraigned in Federal Court in Norfolk, June 12. Harwell was apprehended late afternoon June 6 in Virginia Beach. During the altercation, Harwell allegedly stabbed Powell and left the installation. The initial report of the incident was reported to fire and emergency services at 8:33 a.m. and at 8:35 a.m., traffic onto and out of the base was stopped and all personnel working on the base, including at NMC Portsmouth were ordered to shelter in place. Responding to the initial report were Portsmouth Police Department, Chesapeake Police Department, Norfolk Police Department, Virginia Beach Police Department, Virginia State Police, Department of Homeland Security, U.S. Coast Guard, FBI officials, and Naval Criminal Investigative Services.
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Micheal Mink Capt. Michael “Jack” Johansson, commanding officer of NSA Hampton Roads, speaks to media following a stabbing at NSAHR Portsmouth Annex.
D-DAY CEREMONY HELD AT JEBLCFS Joint Expeditionary Base Little Creek-Fort Story held a remembrance ceremony to honor the sacrifices made by Allied Forces during the World War II invasion of Normandy, France.
BATTLE OF MIDWAY One of the most significant naval battles ever fought was remembered by Sailors and civilians locally and around the world.
SAND SOCCER TOURNAMENT 10,000 players took to the sand June 6 - 8 in Virginia beach, representing 17 states and 16 countries in Sand Soccer.
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MESA VERDE FROCKS 37 SAILORS Thirty-seven Sailors aboard USS Mesa Verde advanced to the next pay grade during a frocking ceremony June 3. Frocking, a naval tradition that dates back to the early 1800s, authorizes newly advanced Sailors to wear the rank and assume the responsibilities. See the full story at http://tinyurl.com/kggk6nd.
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Spearhead in Belize for SPS14 Lt. Cmdr. Angelique McBee, executive officer of Southern Partnership Station 2014 (SPS-JHSV 14) ashore, gives a Belizean child a stuffed animal during SPS-JHSV 14.
U.S. Navy photo An F/A-18E Super Hornet crashed into the water while on approach to USS Carl Vinson (CVN 70) on June 4.
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A U.S. Navy F/A-18E Super Hornet assigned to Strike Fighter Squadron (VFA) 81 based at Naval Air Station (NAS) Oceana, crashed into the water while on approach to USS Carl Vinson (CVN 70) at approximately 10 p.m. PDT on June 4 while operating off the coast of southern California. The pilot ejected from the aircraft and was recovered safely by Helicopter Sea Combat Squadron 15. The pilot is currently aboard Carl Vinson and is expected to make a full recovery. The F/A-18E Super Hornet has not been recovered and remains in the water. Following the mishap, all flight operations ceased temporarily aboard Carl Vinson and all remaining airborne aircraft were safely diverted to NAS North Island. Flight operations resumed at 12 p.m. PDT on June 5 and all diverted aircraft returned to Carl Vinson. A safety investigation will be carried out to determine the cause of the mishap. Carl Vinson and embarked Carrier Air Wing 17 are currently underway conducting Joint Task Force Exercise (JTFEX). JTFEX is designed to test a strike group's ability to operate in hostile and complex environments with other U.S. and coalition forces. The integrated exercise combines specific warfare areas with the purpose of making preparations for the strike group's upcoming deployment.
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THEODORE ROOSEVELT PREPARES FOR INSURV By MC3 Heath Zeigler USS Theodore Roosevelt Public Affairs
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The Board of Inspection and Survey (INSURV) team will step aboard the aircraft carrier USS Theodore Roosevelt (CVN 71) to begin the inspection, June 23. Under INSURV, the Navy inspects its ships to ensure proper function of all equipment and systems, every three to six years. “INSURV, as tough and as thorough as it is, ultimately looks at how well we are performing. It also gives us a guide for what to look for and helps identify trends among the other ships in the fleet,” said Lt. Cmdr. Angela Lefler, INSURV coordinator aboard TR. In 1865, Congress mandated that each ship will have a board of officials perform an inspection every three to six years to ensure all systems are functioning at the intended level. TR invited the INSURV assist team on-
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board to evaluate the ship’s progress and provide feedback on how to move forward. “INSURV is usually viewed as a negative process due to the amount of discrepancies and small problems identified throughout the process,” said Dan Milligan, INSURV assist team leader. “INSURV is a chance to create a safer work environment by taking a hard look at key systems for damage control, firefighting, emergencies and crew comfort.” Teamwork has helped the crew prepare for the upcoming INSURV. Sailors in each department took ownership of their spaces
and made sure to handle all hits and items that were wrong, said Milligan. “I have been through 22 different INSURVs, and I can say that this ship has come a long way in a short amount of time,” said Milligan. “The individual departments have really come together and become one team to tackle all of the issues that arise.” INSURV feedback reports help the ship improve work environments and living conditions, as well as ensure the ship is ready to defend the nation whenever called upon.
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JEBLCFS HOSTS D-DAY REMEMBRANCE CEREMONY By MC3 (SW) Laura Hoover Navy Public Affairs Support Element East
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World War II veterans, distinguished guests and service members came together at Joint Expeditionary Base Little Creek-Fort Story (JEBLCFS), June 6, for a remembrance ceremony to honor the sacrifices made by Allied Forces during the World War II invasion of Normandy, France. This day marks the 70th anniversary of the turning point in World War II when Allied Forces stormed the beaches of Normandy, putting their lives on the line for the liberation of Western Europe. Army Maj. Gen. Ross E. Ridge, deputy commanding general of Training and Doctrine Command, Joint Base Langley-Eustis, the ceremony’s keynote speaker, said it is important for everyone to pause from their busy day to reflect on the
online To see more photos from this event, visit flagshipnews.com. importance of events in history such as D-Day. “Our veterans helped pave the path for where we are today,” said Ridge. “The values that service members live by today are the same values that the service members who came before them fought for. Today’s service members are part of a legacy that will set the tone for future service members who come after them.” Service members filled the Enlisted Beach on JEBLCFS for a ceremony which included tributes, traditions and speeches to observe a day labeled as the biggest naval invasion in history. Many service members had the opportunity to participate in re-enacting the events on the beach. “It was a great opportunity to be
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able to participate in the D-Day remembrance ceremony,” said Army Staff Sgt. Michael Pierre Cook, attached to the 11th Transportation Battalion. “It was nice to take a break from our daily training to reflect and pay respect to the service members that came before us.” The ceremony included Landing Craft Air Cushions (LCAC), Landing Craft Utility (LCU) and Lighter, Amphibious Resupply, Cargo (LARC) vehicles among other vehicles to symbolize more than 50,000
vehicles that made D-Day possible. Navy Capt. Frank E. Hughlett, JEBLCFS commanding officer, said he felt a strong sense of pride and emotion during the ceremony. “I was most happy to see the young Soldiers, Sailors and Navy Junior ROTC cadets interfacing with the veterans,” said Hughlett. “Keeping the continuity of what it means to serve our great nation from generation to generation is amazing and this ceremony helped demonstrate that.” More than 150,000 service mem-
bers from various nations helped to support one of the most historic battles in the world. More than 3,500 service members lost their lives during the Battle at Normandy. Cook expressed his gratitude for the D-Day veterans and his fellow service members. “It was an honor to meet these men who contributed so much to our nation,” he said. “It’s a really good feeling being able to show appreciation for our heritage and past as we continue to serve.”
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Master Chief Petty Officer of the Navy (MCPON) Mike D. Stevens spoke with Sailors during petty officer leadership courses at Norfolk Ship Support Activity (NSSA), June 3. “Leadership development has been, is, and will continue to be my number one priority,” said Stevens. “I believe no organization can rise above the capabilities of its leaders. If the Navy wants to remain relevant and we want to continue to evolve and get better, we must invest in leadership development.” Stevens said the petty officer leadership courses will allow Sailors to develop some valuable skills. “I don’t suspect the training they received today will be a game changer,” he said. “What it’s going to do is provide them with necessary tools for them to develop and become better leaders over time. I want them to take what they learn and apply it and I am confident it will help them to be more successful.” Stevens said he hopes by speaking to Sailors in person, they will realize how adamant he is about instilling these leadership skills. “I want them to understand that by me showing up face to face, I am serious about this initiative toward developing leaders and I want them to go out and spread the good word,” said Stevens.
MC2 Martin L. Carey Master Chief Petty Officer of the Navy (MCPON) Mike Stevens visits with Rear Adm. Peter Gumataotao, Commander of Naval Surface Force Atlantic, during a visit to Naval Station Norfolk.
Not only does Stevens want Sailors to spread the word about leadership, he wants them to take action towards leadership skills development. “I am asking my E-6 and E-5 Sailors to spend some time throughout the month and throughout the year to do some refresher leadership development training,” he said. “After you put on the new chevron and a couple of months go by, gather the Sailors in your division and hold some refresher training and ensure these skills are being put to use and staying current.” Damage Controlman 2nd Class (SW) Gregory Abrams from NSSA said MCPON’s visit helped remind him of the importance of good leadership. “Leadership is not just at an LPO or a chief level but works across the board for all Sailors,” said Abrams. “We learned early, as firemen and 3rd classes, as we increase in rank there are more responsibilities such as leading the Sailors below us.”
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USS Ross departs Norfolk for Rota, Spain Commander, Naval Surface Force, U.S. Atlantic Fleet Public Affairs
Permanently forward deploying four ships in Rota will enable us to be in the right place, not just at the right time, but all the time.� -Secretary of the Navy Ray Mabus
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USS Ross (DDG 71) departed its Norfolk homeport June 3 on her way to Rota, Spain, as the second of four Arleigh Burkeclass guided-missile destroyers to be forward deployed there. To enhance the security of the European region, two additional ballistic missile defense (BMD)capable destroyers - USS Porter (DDG 78) from Norfolk and USS Carney (DDG 64) from Mayport, Florida, will also join USS Donald Cook (DDG 75) and Ross over the course of the next 18 months. “The U.S. has a historically strong partnership with Spain, and the strength of that relationship is exempliďŹ ed today as the second of four U.S. Navy destroyers departs for Rota, Spain,â€? said Secretary of the Navy Ray Mabus. “Permanently forward deploying four ships in Rota will enable us to be in the right place, not just at the right time, but all the time.â€? These multi-mission ships will perform a myriad of tasks, including NATO missile defense, the full spectrum of maritime security operations, bilateral and multilateral training exercises, and NATO operations and deployments. “The crew is very proud to be forward deployed in Rota,â€? said Cmdr. Tadd Gorman, Ross commanding ofďŹ cer. “This mission presents a valuable opportunity to not only enhance U.S. and European BMD, but to also develop stronger relationships with Spain and all of our NATO allies. We are excited to be deploying to Spain to join the Rota community, and we are ready to represent the U.S. Navy.â€?
MCSN Ellen E. Long Family and friends of Sailors aboard USS Ross (DDG 71) wave goodbye as the ship departs its Norfolk homeport on her way to Rota, Spain.
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NMCRS receives donation from NEX customers By Kristine M. Sturkie Navy Exchange Service Command Public Affairs
By MC3 Heath Zeigler USS Theodore Roosevelt Public Affairs
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Sailors aboard the aircraft carrier USS Theodore Roosevelt (CVN 71) laid to rest a retired Photographer’s Mate (PH) during a burial at sea ceremony, June 5. Photographer’s Mate 1st Class Ronald David Avanzato, who born April 8, 1953, passed away March 27, 2014. He served nearly 21 years in the Navy and retired from active duty Jan. 31, 1993. “I felt honored to be a part of the ceremony,â€? said Religious Program Specialist Seaman Nicholas Rospos. “I actually volunteered to help and lay [Avanzato] to rest.â€? During his service, Avanzato received the national defense service medal twice, the sea service deployment ribbon three times, the southwest Asia service medal and the good conduct medal ďŹ ve times. “I think it’s great that we provide this service to our fellow shipmates,â€? said Rospos. “We collect seven brass cartridges from the 21-gun salute and
MC3 Heath Zeigler Religious Programs Specialist Nicholas Rospos salutes during a burial at sea ceremony for Photographer’s Mate 1st Class Ronald David Avanzato aboard the USS Theodore Roosevelt (CVN 71).
send those with the ag to the family.â€? Cmdr. Jeff Craig, executive ofďŹ cer of TR, and Lt. Cmdr. Chris Hester, a chaplain aboard TR, spoke at the ceremony. “Our nation has always regarded the burying of our military dead as an honored and sacred tradition,â€? said Craig. “It is with honor and humility that the USS Theodore Roosevelt was able to commit PH1 Ronald Avanzato to the sea.â€? The PH rate was one of four that were merged to create the current Mass Communication Specialist rate in 2007. The others rates were Journalist (JO), Lithographer’s Mate (LI) and Draftsman (DM).
On June 9, Rear Adm. Robert J. Bianchi (Ret), CEO, Navy Exchange Service Command (NEXCOM) presented a ceremonial check to Adm. Steve Abbot, USN, (Ret), president and CEO of the Navy-Marine Corps Relief Society (NMCRS), symbolizing the $374,000 donated to NMCRS by NEX customers. “Once again, NEX customers responded by purchasing cards to beneďŹ t the NMCRS,â€? said Bianchi. “For the past four years, our customers have shown their support to this organization and given them a record-breaking donation. NEXCOM is proud to present this check to NMCRS on behalf of all our customers.â€? Beginning in March, NEX customers were able to purchase a $5 card to beneďŹ t the NMCRS. The ticket entitled customers to speciďŹ c discounts for a one-time purchase April 25-27. “Thank you to all the NEX customers around the globe who made this year’s $5 coupon sale so successful,â€? said Abbot. “Your partnership, enthusiasm and generosity continue to make a difference for Sailors, Marines and their families.â€?
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■ their largest event ever The Wounded Warrior Team Navy Trials, which featured 65 wounded warrior athletes, drew more than 700 local spectators, making it the largest adaptive athletics event ever hosted by NWW.
Navy holds Warrior Games volleyball tryouts during trials week at Naval Station Norfolk, June 4.
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Wounded Warrior Team Navy Trials come to a close By Patty Babb Navy Wounded Warrior – Safe Harbor
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More than 60 seriously wounded, ill and injured Navy and Coast Guard athletes, as well as their families and friends, gathered for the closing ceremony for the Wounded Warrior Team Navy Trials in Norfolk, Va., June 7. “I don’t have family here, but all of you are like my family,” said Navy Master-at-Arms 2nd Class Marijka Temple while addressing the crowd at the celebration. “I don’t want this to end. This has meant so much to me, and I just love all of you.” Temple, who suffers from post-traumatic stress disorder, was among more than 30 trials participants who have not yet attended the Warrior Games, an annual competition among wounded warriors from all branches of the service. Throughout the week, athletes trained rigorously and participated in several fierce competitions to win a spot on Team Navy and advance to the Warrior Games. “It was so great to see so many new faces at this event, and to watch them test their abilities,” said retired Coast Guard Electrician’s Mate 1st Class Paul Johnson, who was injured in a shipboard accident. “So often, medical professionals tell you what you can’t
I left home in pieces, but I am starting to put them back together again, and I hope to come home more whole.” -Navy Culinary Specialist 2nd Class Michael Dacanay
do. But this event is all about your abilities, and what you can do.” “Before [these adaptive athletics events], my injury defined me. Now, I am defined by my willingness to move forward,” he added. The Wounded Warrior Team Navy Trials were jointly sponsored by Commander, Navy Region Mid-Atlantic (CNRMA) and Navy Wounded Warrior (NWW) - Safe Harbor. During the closing ceremony, Rear Adm. Dixon Smith, CNRMA, was joined by Adm. Bill Gortney, commander, U.S. Fleet Forces Command (USFFC). USFFC played an integral part in the execution of the event and arranging local support for the wounded warrior athletes. Gortney, Smith, NWW Director Capt. Brent Breining, and other organizers and volunteers handed out gold, silver, bronze and participation medals to the wounded warrior
Navy Counselor 1st Class Misty Taylor, a participant for the 2014 Wounded Warrior Team Navy trials, practices proper techniques during a swimming event.
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MCSN Adam Austin Culinary Specialist 2nd Class Michael Dacanay takes aim during the Wounded Warrior Team Navy trials at Naval Station Norfolk.
athletes. A complete medal count, as well as the Team Navy roster, will be posted on the NWW website (http://safeharbor.navylive. dodlive.mil). “I left home in pieces, but I am starting to put them back together again, and I hope to come home more whole,” said Navy Culinary Specialist 2nd Class Michael Dacanay, who has been diagnosed with a serious illness. “I am learning so much from the people here. Another athlete has been through [similar medical treatments], and he is sharing tips with me. It’s about much more than sports.” The closing ceremony also provided an opportunity to honor the local sponsors who supported the Wounded Warrior Team Navy Trials. Each athlete had at least one sponsor who cheered for them during competition and, in some cases, took them out for meals and other recreational opportunities. “I have a lot of respect for these Sailors, who could have chosen to just stay home,” said Navy Senior Chief Personnel Specialist Paul Buchanan, who sponsored Temple. “Instead, they’re out here doing stuff. The camaraderie is great to see, and I’m having a great time. I do wish that others could see it, too.” At the closing ceremonies, event organizers also thanked the 160 local volunteers who helped ensure the smooth execution of the event. Amanda Loeffler, whose husband is a Navy expeditionary ordnance disposal technician currently on deployment, was among
EJ Hersom Navy Petty Officer 2nd Class Daniel Crossley puts up a shot during practice for the Navy’s Warrior Games trials week in Norfolk, June 4.
the dedicated volunteers, and she often worked until late in the evening. “I firmly believe that if someone has given limbs, or given some other part of themselves, for my freedom, I should give back to them,” she said.
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USDA Photo by Bob Nichols Karen Comfort, National Program Manager, Feds Feed Families welcomed United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) cabinet members, employees and visitors to the 2014 National Feds Feed Families Kick-Off in Washington, DC, Mon. Jun. 2
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food drive runs from June 2 - August 27 Continued from front “The spirit of service runs deep across the federal government. Feds Feed Families offers another opportunity to give back to our communities and serve our neighbors in need,â€? said Vilsack. “Since the initiative began just ďŹ ve years ago, federal employees have donated more than 24 million pounds of food. I am proud to serve alongside such generous individuals and I am conďŹ dent that we will step up once again this year.â€? Secretary Vilsack was joined for the announcement by U.S. Representative Eleanor Holmes Norton, Nancy E. Roman, CEO of the Capital Area Food Bank and other ofďŹ cials from the Department of Defense and the Environmental Protection Agency. The Feds Feed Families program started in 2009 and has been managed on an annual basis by the U.S. OfďŹ ce of Personnel Management. This year, the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) is once again leading the effort in collaboration with managers from agencies across the government. The 2014 food drive ofďŹ cially began on June 2 and will run through August 27. All Federal agencies across the country participate in the campaign and Federal employees are asked to donate non-perishable food items throughout the summer. As in prior years, donations made in the Washington D.C. metropolitan area go to food banks in the District of Columbia, Maryland and Virginia through a partnership with the Capital Area Food Bank. Other donations go to food banks across the country – having a positive impact to help food banks address food insecurity. Secretary Vilsack noted that the latest USDA estimates show that in 2012, food insecurity affected 14.5 percent of American households at some point. For more information on the Feds Feed Families campaign, please visit: http://www.usda.gov/fedsfeedfamilies.
The stabbing occurred one day after the installation practiced an active shooter drill with local law enforcement agencies. In addition to the installation’s active shooter drill June 5, Navy service members and installation employees
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are required to complete computerbased active shooter training annually. “It was fortuitous in that pretty much everybody that was at the exercise yesterday, by face showed up today, so it was nice to have that collaboration,â€? said Navy Capt. Michael “Jakeâ€? Johansson, commanding ofďŹ cer of Naval Support Activity Hampton Roads.
The injuries Powell sustained included a laceration across his neck, two stab wounds in the upper left chest, three wounds to the abdomen and two wounds to the left arm. Capt. Angela Early, trauma surgeon and general surgery residency program director at NMC Portsmouth credits the ďŹ rst responders and medical professional with saving Powell’s life. “If he hadn’t been so close to medical care, he could have died from that injury.â€? A team of more than 30 medical professionals worked for ďŹ ve hours to repair his injuries and rule out life and limb threatening injuries.
| 14 million in U.S. have history of cancer
Continued from front In the United States, there are nearly 14 million people living with a history of cancer. With advances in prevention, early detection, treatment, and follow-up care, more people than ever are now survivors. Traditionally observed the ďŹ rst Sunday in June, NCSD is an opportunity for communities and medical centers like NMCP to show support for their cancer survivors. NMCP’s event began with Cmdr. Karen Russell, NMCP Hematology/Medical Oncology and Cancer Committee chair, who spoke about cancer statistics and survivorship. She talked about cancer affecting one in two men and one in three women at some point in their lives, and the reason for celebrating survivors day. “As more people beat cancer, or live longer with life-threatening cancer, we have a growing base of cancer survivors - a great problem to have, for sure,â€? said Russell. “National Cancer Survivors Day was established to celebrate this.â€? Russell then shared her family’s personal experience with cancer, including multiple family members who died
from the smoking-related lung cancer, including her paternal grandmother and grandfather. She talked about the relationship between patients and their oncology teams, as well as with primary care doctors who help manage their care. “This group of survivors has distinct medical and psychosocial needs in follow-up care and surveillance that are managed more and more in the primary care setting, so all members of the health care team need to be aware of these needs to provide excellent care,â€? said Russell. After Russell spoke, three survivors shared their personal stories and experiences with cancer. They also gave advice to those who may be beginning their own ďŹ ght. The panel included former Lt. Mike Ansley, Cmdr. John VanSlyke, an NMCP staff member, and retired Senior Chief Air TrafďŹ c Controller Fredda Bryan. Bryan was diagnosed at age 36 with stage two breast cancer. She underwent chemo treatment and reconstruction at NMCP. After a long, hard ďŹ ght, Bryan thought she had beaten cancer. “While stationed at the
Naval Safety Center, I was living the Navy dream until I heard those dreaded words ‘it’s come back,’� said Bryan. “For me, there was the initial ‘oh my gosh, I’m going to die!’ because I didn’t know anybody who survived cancer twice. Then, because of the type of personality I have, I knew I had to do something else. Becoming a community advocate and helping others get through that same journey has been very instrumental to me and my recovery.� Bryan now works with the Breast Cancer Institute for the American Cancer Society. For VanSlyke, now a staff psychologist and tongue cancer survivor, he was diagnosed at 26 years old and has the perspective of being a survivor and a caregiver. “It’s been helpful for me as a survivor and as a caregiver to keep in mind the emotional and mental component of the treatment and survivorship,� said VanSlyke. “I encourage patients to talk about what’s going on with a friend, spouse, colleague, professional, therapist, cancer support groups and other groups here. There are so many resources patients can access to
understand what they’re dealing with. It makes the journey easier, and so does taking it one day at a time and one task at a time.â€? The ďŹ nal person to share their story was Ansley, who found that maintaining his pre-diagnosis hobbies and goals got him through the ordeal. Training for a half marathon, marathon and 100mile bike ride among many things helped him focus on goals, not his illness. “Having cancer gave me a fresh perspective on life and a chance to re-prioritize,â€? said Ansley. “Life is too short to worry about just hanging on day-to-day. It’s about going out and getting things done.â€? According to the National Cancer Survivors Day Foundation, survivors are those who are living with a history of cancer - from the moment of diagnosis through the remainder of life. Surviving cancer brings on a new set of challenges, including, physical, emotional and ďŹ nancial hardships that can last for years after diagnosis and treatment, and includes the increased risk of developing second cancers and other health conditions.
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SECDEF visits Norfolk-based ship in Romania The Ticonderoga-class guidedmissile cruiser USS Vella Gulf (CG 72) welcomed aboard U.S. Secretary of Defense Chuck Hagel during a scheduled port visit to Constanta, Romania, June 5. » see B3
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Chief of Naval Operations Adm. Jonathan Greenert joined Chief of Staff of the French navy, Adm. Bernard Rogel, military veterans and senior leaders from the United States, France and other countries to commemorate the 70th anniversaries of D-Day and Battle of Normandy.
» see D-DAY | B7
Sailors assigned to the guided-missile destroyer USS Oscar Austin (DDG 79) stand at parade rest awaiting the commencement of the D-Day ceremony at the Navy Memorial on Utah Beach.
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American, French warships conduct joint training exercise Norfolkbased ships were part of exercise
MCSN Kayla King Sailors render honors during a commemoration of the 72nd anniversary of the Battle of Midway at the Naval Aviation Monument on Virginia Beach.
Local commands remember Midway The Battle of Midway, which Sailors know as the turning point in the Pacific during World War II and one of the most significant naval battles ever fought, was remembered by Sailors and civilians in the Hampton Roads area on the 72nd anniversary of the battle. In ceremonies held at the Center for Personal and Professional Development (CPPD) in Virginia Beach, at the Naval Aviation Memorial at the Virginia Beach oceanfront and at Yorktown Naval
Weapons Station, the history and significance of the battle were showcased. CPPD Command Master Chief David Colton has a personal tie to this history and was able to share his insight from firsthand accounts from service members who fought in World War II. “My father was in World War II, and I had the honor of meeting many Pearl Harbor survivors during my tour aboard USS Pearl Harbor,” he said. Colton’s presentation re-
counted the history leading up to the Battle of Midway to illustrate the battle’s importance and critical lessons. The United Stated had remained neutral prior to entering World War I, acting as a key supplier to Britain and other Allied powers. In just 19 months of formal U.S. participation from April 6, 1917, until the war ended, 116,516 U.S. service members were killed and 204,002 wounded.
» see MIDWAY | B4
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Bergdahl’s health improves at Landstuhl medical facility By Jim Garamone American Forces Press Service
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Army Sgt. Bowe Bergdahl’s health is improving as he undergoes treatment at Landstuhl Army Medical Center, Germany, Pentagon officials said June 5.
ers USS Laboon (DDG 58) and USS Cole (DDG 67) also participated along with Landing Craft Air Cushion (LCAC) hovercraft from Assault Craft Unit (ACU) 4. The French ships included the amphibious assault ship FS Mistral (L9013) and frigate FS La Fayette (F710). An important part of the exercise was to complete and renew interoperability certifications which must be completed on a bi-annual basis in order for the units to remain certified for joint operations.
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Army Sgt. Bowe Bergdahl went missing from his post in Afghanistan on June 30, 2009.
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“He remains in stable condition, his health continues to improve daily,” said Army Col. Steve Warren, a Pentagon spokesman. “He is conversing with medical staff and becoming more engaged in his treatment plan.” Warren said Bergdahl, who had been held captive by the Haqqani network for almost five years, is resting better and showing signs of improvement.
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POMP AND UNIQUE CIRCUMSTANCES By Lisa Smith Molinari Military Spouse Contributor
By the time the Abbey’s headmaster got to the graduates whose names started with an “M,” my feet were bloody stumps. I thought I’d be fine in two-inch sling backs, but an hour into the ceremony, my toe knuckles stung rawly and the pointed heels sunk into the grass under the enormous tent. I got up from our reserved row of seats to get a better vantage point to take photographs. Our motley crew of relatives -- sisters, aunts, grandmothers, an uncle, a cousin, and my husband who had already spilled coffee on his tie -- had all come to see our son receive his high school diploma. We were essentially the same as the other families seated around us, but somehow, I felt like our family was different. The Abbey was our son’s third high school in four years. Our Navy family was required to move after his 9th grade year at an army barracks high school in Germany, to an inner-city public school in Florida, and finally to Rhode Island where our son finished his senior year at the Abbey, a local boarding school. We were surprised when our son was accepted to the school as a day student, and we were elated when the school offered us enough finan-
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cial aid to make it affordable on our tight military budget. At the Abbey’s pre-season football camp, our son made his debut as the new senior. He was quirky, husky, and lacked the personal hygiene skills necessary to keep up with the school’s strict dress code. A sort of “nutty professor” type. In past schools, our unusual son was received with mixed reviews. In Germany, the students saw him as smart and uniquely funny -someone everyone wanted to know. In Florida, he was perceived as odd, and after two years, he did not manage to make any real friends.
Would the Abbey’s wealthy, preppy boarding school students be able to look beyond our son’s sloppy appearance and odd demeanor to appreciate his distinctive sense of humor and extraordinary intellect? Only time would tell. Throughout the year, we had mixed clues to our son’s reputation at the Abbey. The football coach smiled widely when speaking about our son; however, the English teacher grimaced when describing the “odd British accent of questionable origin” our son employed when reciting poetry. The students and faculty reported that he “stole the show” in the winter musical; however, of the four boys our son invited to our house for his April birthday party, only one showed up. “Emily Magnifico,” the headmaster called and several students stood to cheer on their graduating friend. As I wobbled on painful shoes up the rows with my camera, my mind raced with random thoughts. These students have had four years to bond. Our son wasn’t here long enough to be understood. “Sean McDonough,” I heard with more applause as I inched closer to the stage. Has our military lifestyle robbed our son of the opportunity to form close relationships with his peers? Does he think that it’s his fault?
“Julian Minondo,” emanated from the loud speakers as I raised the camera to my eyes with shaking hands and waited for my son’s name to be called. “Hayden Clark Molinari,” I snapped the shutter, frantically catching glimpses through the viewfinder of my son making his way through the crowd of navy jacketed students to the smiling headmaster. In a fog of emotion, I could not coordinate the still images I saw with my eyes with what I distinctly heard with my ears. I took the camera away for a moment and realized, they are giving him a standing ovation. Students and teachers leapt to their feet to cheer for an unusual boy who had been with them for nine short months. Through the din of applause and shouts, I managed to take a dozen more photographs before bursting into tears. Minutes later, the students spilled out of the tent, milling around in a sort of preppy mosh pit in the bright sunlight. Fighting the celebratory crowd, we found our son amongst the jovial graduates, slapping each other’s backs. He smiled broadly as I kissed his prickly cheek and thought, stay true to yourself and you will always be loved. Lisa Smith Molinari’s humor column, “The Meat and Potatoes of Life,” appears weekly in newspapers and on “Stripes Military Moms,” a website associated with Stars and Stripes newspaper. She also writes a monthly column for Military Spouse magazine.
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THINGS to stop doing in military life By Jacey Eckhart Military Spouse Contributor
I have a long list of things I’ve gotta stop doing in my own life. I gotta stop filling my car with drink cups. I gotta stop bingeing on Netflix. I gotta stop thinking of Taco Bell as a food group. So I was curious when a group of seasoned spouses at Military.com Spouse Experience Joint Base Lewis McChord put together this list of things they have to stop doing in their military lives (BTW they also came up with a list of things to START doing which we will share later). They weren’t telling other people what to do. They didn’t all agree on every item on the list. But they all had at least one thing they had to just stop doing. What’s on your list? 1.Stop procrastinating. So often military life is made better by getting something done. File your PCS claim. Fix your lame LinkedIn account. Check to make sure you are really signed up for SGLI. But we put off those things because they are painful or boring or complicated or make us question our own existence in the world. Spouses say if you cut those procrastination-triggering jobs into itty bitty pieces, you can actually get them done and feel a lot better. 2.Stop expecting your soldier to be home. By the time you have been married to someone in the military for, say, five years, you KNOW that their time is not their own. But that doesn’t prevent us from expecting them to be home. That doesn’t stop us from expecting the Army, Coast Guard, Navy, Air Force, and Marine Corps to stick to the schedule that they set for themselves! Weird, huh? Although it would be awesome to develop
some kind of zen peacefulness that would allow us to be at one with a soldiers absence, only the few ever achieve it. Oh, but we can strive to be one of the few. 3. Stop believing in Facebook. How many times do we have to read that Facebook makes people more anxious before we understand that comparing is not connecting? The life that people live on Facebook is not the life they really live? Sociologists call it “presentation of the self.” Look it up. 4. Stop thinking someone else will fight for your benefits. This is the one I’ve got to work on. I always assume that our military benefits will always be just the same and that they will be the same for everyone in every future generation. Right now, things are rocky at the DoD. Join one of our helper groups to add your voice because they need you. 5. Stop complaining. Show me someone who doesn’t complain and I’ll show you someone who isn’t paying enough attention. I believe in a little complaining. But as this group noted, complaining (and other kinds of negative thinking) is like eating potato chips. Once you get started, it is hard to stop—especially when you are in a group that does a lot of complaining. What would happen if you decided to keep your complaints to yourself for a month? Would they go away? 6. Stop cultivating toxic people. We can be too nice. We can give the benefit of the doubt too often. We gotta stop making excuses for the toxic people in our lives. Maya Angelou was doing all of us a favor when she noted, “When someone shows you who they are,
7. Stop assuming that the man is always the military member. We all know that fifteen percent of all military members are female. And gay marriage is legal. So it is likely that some of the people who are part of our military lives are male spouses, right? So how about 15% of the time, you assume the female in the couple is the service member?
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8. Stop waiting for friends to make themselves. There are certain times of your life in which friends just appear. Sometimes you live in one of those magic blocks of military housing. Sometimes your breastfeeding class turns into a million playdates. Sometime the friends you make at work are like sisters. Then again, some times those situations produce absolutely no friends. When friends have not appeared, we need to stop excusing ourselves as being bad at making friends and start working at it. 9.Stop living like you are about to move and settle in. Move too often and all the sudden you find that you are living like orders will arrive tomorrow. Let yourself paint something. Get rid of something. Invest in something. Plant something. No one knows what tomorrow will bring. 10. Stop thinking civilians have it better. Civilians don’t live magical lives in which their husbands and wives are home every single time they want them and friends live next door for life. None of us picked civilians to marry. We each picked someone with a military life. We can manage that, if we just stop doing certain things… Jacey Eckhart is the Director of Spouse and Family Programs for Military.com. Since 1996, Eckhart’s take on military families has been featured in her syndicated column, her book The Homefront Club, and her award winning CDs These Boots and I Married a Spartan?? Most recently she has been featured as a military family subject matter expert on NBC Dateline, CBS morning news, CNN, NPR and the New York Times. Eckhart is an Air Force brat, a Navy wife and an Army mom.
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■ local ship Secretary of Defense Chuck Hagel speaks with Capt. Robert Katz, commanding officer of the Ticonderogaclass guidedmissile cruiser USS Vella Gulf (CG 72), during his visit to the ship.
USS Vella Gulf hosts SECDEF By MC3 Edward Guttierrez III USS Vella Gulf Public Affairs
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The Ticonderoga-class guid- Sitting ed-missile cruiser USS Vella down in the Gulf (CG 72) welcomed U.S. Secretary of Defense Chuck mess decks Hagel aboard during a scheduled port visit to Constanta, to eat lunch Romania, June 5. Vella Gulf’s presence with the in Romania reaffirms the Secretary United States’ commitment to strengthening ties with of Defense NATO allies and partners, while working toward mutual was goals of promoting peace and stability in the region, some- definitely thing Hagel touched on while a surreal aboard the ship. “I want to thank all of you, experience.” especially with what you’re doing on this mission particu- Quartermaster larly,” said Hagel while speakSeaman Joshua ing to Sailors on the ship’s Studeny 1MC. “As we partner with Romania and the rest of our NATO allies, I want all of you to know that I am proud of you, and the President of the United States is proud of you.” Upon his arrival, Hagel was greeted by Vella Gulf’s Commanding Officer Capt. Robert Katz. He was then given a tour of the ship, including the navigation bridge and combat information center. “It was a distinct pleasure and honor for Vella Gulf’s officers and crew to have had the opportunity to host the Secretary of Defense onboard the ship,” said Katz. “He reaffirmed to the entire crew the importance of our forward deployed mission and the positive impact we’re having out here.” During the visit, Hagel ate lunch with Sailors from his home state of Nebraska on the ship’s mess decks. Quartermaster Seaman Joshua Studeny said it was honor to meet the Secretary of Defense. “Sitting down in the mess decks to eat lunch with the Secretary of Defense was definitely a surreal experience,” said Studeny. “I’ve been aboard Vella Gulf for two years and Secretary Hagel is the highest ranking person to come aboard. It was really a huge honor to have him visit our ship.”
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Left: Chief Warrant Officer 2 Ronny Amaya plays soccer with the children of Casa Speranta children’s home. Below: Senior Chief Logistics Specialist Louis Jones mows the grass during a community relations project at Casa Speranta children’s home.
Vella Gulf Sailors help remodel Romanian children’s home By MC3 Edward Guttierrez III USS Vella Gulf Public Affairs
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Sailors assigned to the Ticonderogaclass guided-missile cruiser USS Vella Gulf (CG 72) volunteered to help remodel Casa Speranta, a placement home for children affected by AIDS in Constanta, June 4. Sailors helped replace damaged con-
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MC1 Tim Comerford A sea of white uniforms greets visitors to the Navy Memorial in Washington D.C as Sailors gather to celebrate the 72nd anniversary of the Battle of Midway.
MC1 Arif Patani President Barack Obama greets veterans during a commemoration of the 70th anniversary of the D-Day landings in Normandy, France.
Nations that once only knew the blinders of fear began to taste the blessings of freedom.” -President Obama
Battle was a turning point in WWII MIDWAY | Continued from B1 “My father and other World War II veterans told me that back then, Japan seemed like another planet to most Americans,” he said. “It was just 23 years after World War I, and we’d suffered catastrophic losses then. As a result, there was absolutely no appetite for war but Pearl Harbor changed that.” The Japanese attack on Pearl Harbor Dec. 7, 1941, became a rallying point for America’s spirit to never give up. “Despite defeat after defeat by the Japanese in the first months of the war, the forces of the 1940s were amazingly resilient – they never gave up,” he said. Colton gave an example of this resilience using Doolittle’s Raid on April 18, 1942, which was an important operation leading up to the success of the Battle of Midway. Colton said one of the most impressive aspects of the operation was that the original idea for it came from a Navy submarine officer who was on temporary duty in Norfolk. “He happened to see the shadow of two Army Air Corps bombers flying over the outline of an aircraft carrier painted on the ground for pilot training. This submariner asked ‘what if?’ But nay-sayers said there was no way it could be done – all the way up to senior U.S. leadership. It was Chief of Army Air Forces Lt. Gen. (Henry) Hap Arnold who saw the possibilities and ran with it,” he said. According to Colton’s research, it took some convincing in both services because, technically, U.S. forces didn’t have land-based bombers that could reach Japan. U.S. ingenuity and dedication were employed full force when Army Air Corps B-25B Mitchell medium-range bombers were gutted to the bare minimum, and crews trained completely on land for a sea-air mission. “It’s amazing that the first time one of these bombers flew off the end of a ship at sea was during take-off for the actual mission – just 400 miles from the Japanese coast. They didn’t know if the planes would even make it off the flight deck and into the air but they did.” The raid caused hardly any material damage to Japan. In part because of cloud cover, the pilots hit secondary and tertiary non-military targets or missed them completely. “How the raid succeeded was in raising American morale and casting doubt on the ability of Japan’s military leaders to defend their home islands,” Colton said. “It also caused Japan to withdraw its powerful aircraft carrier force from the Indian Ocean to defend its home islands. The raid also contributed to
Japanese Adm. Isoroku Yamamoto’s decision to attack Midway in the Central Pacific.” At the ceremony held at the Naval Aviation Memorial, Sailors from Naval Air Station (NAS) Oceana and Joint Expeditionary Base Little Creek-Fort Story were reminded of the importance that naval aviation had on the battle and how it would change U.S. naval tactics in the future. “The Battle of Midway was not only a turning point at the beginning of World War II, it also revolutionized the face of naval warfare forever and was the real birth place of today’s aircraft carrier strike groups, which is the cornerstone of our nation’s naval power,” said Capt. Kit Chope, commanding officer of NAS Oceana. Colton also stressed how Sailors of all ranks and communities contributing to mission success. Pacific Fleet cryptanalysts intercepted 500 to 1,000 Japanese radio messages per day in May of 1942. They deciphered and translated approximately 25 percent, which enabled intelligence analysts to deduce that Midway was the Japanese target. “Based on this critical intel, Adm. Chester Nimitz devised the battle plan. He took calculated risks, gave orders, and then trusted his team to execute those orders – whether flag officers, pilots and their crew, submariners, or surface ship crew, they were all an essential part of mission success,” Colton said. Midway was a dramatic and desperately needed victory. Facing four experienced Japanese aircraft carriers, the U.S. Navy won the four-day battle that began June 4, 1942, with just three aircraft carriers – Enterprise (CV 6), Hornet (CV 8), and Yorktown (CV 5) – augmented by land-based fighters, bombers and torpedo planes from Midway. “And this was four months after the Pearl Harbor attack. Yorktown was just out of the shipyard and not even at 100 percent yet,” added Colton. At the ceremony held at Yorktown Naval Weapons Station, named after USS Yorktown, the only aircraft carrier lost during the battle, retired Air Force Master Sgt. Gary Hodges told the story of his uncle-in-law Petty Officer 1st Class Carlton “Carl” Wooten, a survivor from the Battle of Midway, who served aboard the aircraft carrier Yorktown. “Carl Wooten was one of thousands of Sailors who came from all over our country, thrust in to one of the most furious naval battles in the history of our country,” said Hodges. “I can only imagine what they felt as ordinary American having the weight of war on their shoulders.”
MC3 Shane A. Jackson Above: Sailors render a salute after placing a wreath on the Kirkland Park Memorial at Yorktown Naval Weapons Station during a Battle of Midway remembrance ceremony. Left: Center for Personal and Professional Development (CPPD) Command Master Chief David Colton, delivers a presentation about the Battle of Midway to staff at CPPD headquarters at Naval Air Station Oceana Dam Neck Annex.
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Although Wooten survived the Battle of Midway, the horrors of seeing his shipmates die and his ship sink beneath him stayed with him long after he was medically discharged from the service in 1943. “Back in the 40s, the medical profession didn’t know anything about post traumatic stress disorder,” said Hodges. “There was no diagnosis or treatment for those men who couldn’t cope with the horrors of war they had experienced.” At the conclusion of the ceremony atYorktown Naval Weapons Station, Sailors placed a wreath of red roses, morning glories and ivies on the Kirkland Park Memorial in remembrance of the Sailors and Marines who fought in the four-day battle. “As we remember the Battle of Midway, please don’t forget the ordinary men that manned the Yorktown and other ships that fought in this battle,” said Hodges. “Many of them didn’t survive the battle and some who did were scarred beyond their ability to cope. We owe it to the memory of Carl and those brave men and women like him
to give our comrades in arms the honor they so truly deserve.” Because of the sacrifice of the 307 Sailors and Marines who died during the battle, the balance of sea power in the Pacific shifted from Japan to a level playing field between it and America. Soon after the Battle of Midway, the United States and its allies would take the offensive in the Pacific. “The feats of ingenuity, courage and dedication to mission are lessons we still lean on today,” said Colton. “The men and women of the 1940s American forces fearlessly stood up to the threat of democracy. They lived our Navy Core Values because the world’s freedom depended on it. Today we honor their dedication and sacrifice as we continue their proud tradition of service.” Susan D. Henson, Center for Personal and Professional Development Public Affairs Officer, MC3 Shane Jackson, Navy Public Affairs Support Element East and MC3 Timothy Daughton, NAS Oceana Public Affairs contributed to this story.
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FLAGSHIPNEWS.COM | JUN 12, 2014 | THE FLAGSHIP | B5 Members of a Hellenic Navy boarding team conduct smallarms training aboard the NATO Maritime Interdiction Operational Training Center ship Aris May 14, at Naval Support Activity Souda Bay, Greece, during the inport phase of exercise Phoenix Express 2014.
13 nations to participate in BALTOPS 2014 U.S. Naval Forces Europe-Africa/ U.S. 6th Fleet Public Affairs NAPLES, ITALY
Thirteen nations are scheduled to participate in the 42nd annual joint exercise Baltic Operations (BALTOPS) 2014, set for June 6-21, in the Baltic Sea. BALTOPS aims to enhance multinational maritime capabilities and interoperability, while improving involvement in the larger Baltic region theater security cooperation strategy. The objective of BALTOPS is to promote mutual understanding, conďŹ dence and cooperation among forces and personnel of the participating nations. Emphasis will be on the importance of maritime forces in maintaining regional stability. At the same time, the exercise demonstrates the United States' commitment to the security of northern Europe and the Baltic region through coordination of operations among regional countries. Training scenarios will include air, surface, subsurface and mine
warfare, with participants conducting advance information sharing, crucial to maintaining regional stability and maritime security in the region. BALTOPS will also enhance the capability of participants to conduct multinational peacekeeping missions. SpeciďŹ c training objectives will vary throughout multiple training scenarios scheduled to take place. This year's exercise will include 1,300 U.S. service members, in addition to forces from Denmark, Estonia, Finland, France, Georgia, Germany, Latvia, Lithuania, the Netherlands, Poland, Sweden, and the United Kingdom. U.S. Navy units include the amphibious command and control ship USS Mount Whitney (LCC 20), the Arleigh Burkeclass guided-missile destroyer USS Oscar Austin (DDG 79) and members of Expeditionary Strike Group 2, homeported in Norfolk, as well as members of the U.S. Naval Forces EuropeAfrica/6th Fleet from Naples, Italy.
Lt. Cmdr. Scott Moak The USS Mount Whitney (LCC-20) is anchored off the coast of Menorca, Spain during the Strike Force NATO exercise Trident Jaguar.
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PHOENIX EXPRESS 2014 CONCLUDES â– countries involved Participants in Phoenix Express 2014 included Algeria, Croatia, Greece, Italy, Libya, Malta, Morocco, Tunisia, Turkey and the United States.
By MCSN Mat Murch Phoenix Express Public Affairs
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The eighth iteration of Phoenix Express 2014 concluded June 4, after three weeks of maritime security training scenarios ashore and at sea. Phoenix Express, one of four U.S. Africa Command-sponsored regional maritime exercises, brought together maritime forces from North Africa, Europe, and the U.S. to reďŹ ne tactics and techniques in a number of maritime mission areas. Participants felt the exercise achieved its goals of improving cooperation and maritime interdiction expertise in order to enhance safety and security in the Mediterranean Sea. “This exercise was an overwhelming success and really went off without a hitch,â€? said U.S. Navy Capt. Michael McClintock, ofďŹ cer in tactical command of Phoenix Express 2014, who spoke at the post-sail conference in Sigonella marking the end of the exercise. “We train like we ďŹ ght, and ďŹ ght like we train and that is what we did for the past four weeks.â€? The ďŹ rst two weeks of the exercise were held in-port and focused on medical and maritime interdiction operations (MIO) training at the NATO Maritime Interdiction Opera-
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tion Training Center (NMIOTC) in Souda Bay, Greece. The participating nations then shifted their focus to the at-sea portion of the exercise and practiced a wide range of skill sets during underway operations in the central Mediterranean Sea from May 24 - June 2. Personnel from participating countries worked together as part of a Maritime Operations Center (MOC), established at Naval Air Station Sigonella, which helped exercise participants manage a common operational picture while providing tactical oversight of the participating ships. The information sharing procedures in the MOC further enhanced interoperability of all involved. “This exercise was important so we could share our skill sets and capabilities with one another,� said Hellenic navy Lt. Cmdr. Chris Tasiopoulos. “It’s a two-way street because we’re able to share our knowledge and skills while being able to
take away knowledge and skills from the participating countries.â€? Five warships from Algeria, Greece, Turkey, Morocco and Tunisia, which carried a total of eight boarding teams, and two commercial vessels serving as target vessels participated in the at-sea phase. Over the course of eight days underway, all eight teams focused on executing scenarios to counter maritime threats such as illegal ďŹ shing and illicit trafďŹ cking. Participating boarding teams completed a total of 39 boardings as part of the scenarios. A signiďŹ cant part of this year’s exercise was the air operations component. Commander, Task Force 67 coordinated six P-3C Orion maritime patrol ights that helped build maritime domain awareness in support of the surface action commander. Several nations were able to embark in the P-3C Orion aircraft to observe operations during the maritime patrol ights. Libya, who participated in Phoenix Express for the ďŹ rst time both with a MIO team and a representative in the MOC, expressed the appreciation for the opportunity to practice techniques in real-world scenarios. “We learned a great deal from the at-sea training and observed how to coordinate information sharing better with our fellow North African countries,â€? said Libyan Capt. Mansour Saeed. “These are things we will bring back to our country which is very important for our navy now and in the future.â€?
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The Navy recently launched the second round of an ongoing initiative known as Reducing Administrative Distractions (RAD), meant to solicit feedback from Sailors and Navy civilians on how to focus their daily activities on “Warfighting First.” Chief of Naval Operations Adm. Jonathan Greenert launched the initial RAD campaign last summer to evaluate how the fleet managed administrative duties considered to be distractions from primary mission readiness. According to NAVADMIN 117/14, Sailors and Navy civilians submitted more than 1,400 ideas, resulting in changes to the number of General Military Training requirements, advancements in digitizing Material, Maintenance and Management (3M) programs, Common Access Card (CAC) utilization, establishment of a Navy wiki-encyclopedia, and Anti-Terrorism Force Protection reforms. The second round of RAD started May 15, and leaders are urging personnel at all levels to contribute new ideas. “Our goal is to help you alleviate these administrative burdens by removing as many unnecessary and redundant processes we can identify,” wrote Rear Adm. Herman Shelanski, director, Assessment Division, in an email to Navy commanding officers, executive officers and command master chiefs. “We will either eliminate them, centralize them, outsource them, make them more efficient, or convert them to an electronic format.” The program provides an opportunity for the fleet to share thoughts and possible solutions, he added. Participation is voluntary, and personnel can take part by creating an online account at https://navyrad. ideascale.com. First-time users will need to log on from a .mil email address, but once registered, can create a password to log on from home without a CAC. The website offers users a chance to read suggestions by others, make comments, vote on ideas, and see progress based on suggestions made in the first iteration of RAD last year. During the 2013 RAD campaign, 7,350 users posted more than 7,600 comments and 91,000 votes on ideas. This year’s RAD forum will remain open on the IdeaScale website until mid-July, after which feedback will be offered regarding initiatives being evaluated based on the ideas and comments submitted.
U.S. Army Capt. Jane Lund, a veterinarian from Wausau, Wis., assigned to the 719th Medical Detachment Veterinarian Services, examines a sick baby goat as part of a veterinarian subject matter expert exchange in Ba’a, Indonesia, during Pacific Partnership 2014.
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Navy, small business converge at opportunity forum By David Smalley Office of Naval Research Public Affairs
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Top naval leaders met with representatives from some of the nation’s most cutting-edge small businesses this week at the Navy Opportunity Forum in Crystal City, Va., with the goal of discovering new technologies and capabilities for Sailors and Marines. Included among the speakers at the annual event were Sean Stackley, Assistant Secretary of the Navy/Research, Development and Acquisition (ASNRDA), Vice Adm. Paul Grosklags, principal military deputy to ASNRDA) and Rear
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needs, and affordable solutions,” said John Williams, the Navy’s director of SBIR and Small Business Technology Transfer programs. In his remarks, Stackley noted that the Navy recognizes the vital role played by small business in advancing technologies for Sailors and Marines. “For the past five years, the Department of the Navy has awarded over $13 billion, on average, to small businesses,” said Stackley. “That number nearly doubles when you consider the requirement for subcontracting with small businesses that are included in our major contracts.”
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toured the other country’s ship ■NATO founding members As founding members of NATO, the U.S. and France have participated in joint training and exercises since NATO’s founding in 1949.
Continued from B1 The week-long exercise began with French and American midshipmen swapping ships for tours of Iwo Jima and Mistral. French Sailors commented on the size and capabilities of Iwo Jima, and American Sailors enjoyed the cleanliness, very large passageways and easy-to-manage stairs of Mistral, which was commissioned in late 2005 as the ďŹ rst in its class. The PASSEX included joint planning and engagement, communications exercises with all units, surface warfare and a live ďŹ re exercise where the ships jointly attacked a oating target and coordinated maneuvering and ďŹ ring at different ranges and with different types of munitions. The exercise also featured an air defense exercise where a Lear Jet towed a dummy missile toward the ships and the ships’ air defense systems reacted to intercept the threat. The LCAC units of ACU 4 certiďŹ ed Mistral’s ability to recover and launch the large, high-speed hovercraft units during daylight and nighttime operations, and Mistral’s commanding ofďŹ cer rode aboard LCAC 27 during the certiďŹ cation. The ships also conducted a joint replenishment at sea and ight deck interoperability qualiďŹ cations for the units. “We were able to conduct a successful PASSEX and achieve all of our major milestones becuase of the professionalism and talent of the Sailors from both countries,â€? said Capt. Timothy Schorr, commodore, CPR 8 and exercise commander. “It takes a lot of planning and coordination, in addition to great seamanship to accomplish what we did. I’ve very proud of each and every Sailor that took part in the exercise.â€? These types of exercises allow joint operations during emergent combat events or humanitarian and disaster relief efforts which both nations must respond to immediately. “The exercise gave the crew of Mistral the chance to expand their capabilities in the amphibious warfare realm. Also when we deploy, there’s always a high probability that we will work with foreign navies so it’s always advantageous to have that baseline so we can operate bilaterally in a seamless fashion,â€? said Lt. John Gray, CPR 8 operations ofďŹ cer.
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has no date to return to United States Continued from B1 Medical professionals will determine when the next stage of the reintegration begins. That phase will be conducted in San Antonio, Texas. “The process is about helping the returnee gain control of his emotions,� Warren said. “One of the methods the psychologists use to help the returnee is to allow him to tell his story.� Defense Secretary Chuck Hagel said today during an interview with the BBC that DOD is “doing everything we possi-
bly could to help rehabilitate him, get his health back, where it needs to be, so that he can get reunited with his family and brought back into society.� All national security leaders were unanimous in their recommendation to President Barack Obama to go through with the agreement that secured Bergdahl’s release, the secretary said. “We all came to the same conclusion that we didn’t want to take any chances here,� Hagel said. Bergdahl has not spoken to his parents yet, and there is no date for his return to the United States.
MC3 DJ Revell Chief of Naval Operations, Adm. Jonathan Greenert, addresses Sailors assigned to the guided-missile destroyer USS Oscar Austin (DDG 79) prior to a D-Day ceremony at the Navy Memorial on Utah Beach.
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events, parallels to the Navy today Continued from B1 “Those that came before us made an amazing sacriďŹ ce,â€? said Greenert. “They were bold [veterans ďŹ ghting in World War II], they stood up and allowed us to be free and who we are today,â€? said Greenert after laying a wreath at the U.S. Navy memorial that overlooks Utah Beach. Rogel welcomed Greenert to France today with a fullhonors ceremony followed by visits to the Cherbourg Naval Shipbuilding Facility and the Maritime Prefecture Residence. After the visits, Greenert and Rogel attended a commemorative ceremony at Utah Beach on the eve of the anniversary. While at Utah Beach, in a special naval tribute before the main ceremony, Greenert laid a wreath in honor of D-Day at the U.S. Navy Memorial in Sainte-Marie-duMont. Greenert was joined by Sailors from USS Oscar Austin (DDG 79) who were at the ceremony to participate in demonstrations supporting the anniversary events. The memorial, a 12-foot bronze
statue atop Utah Beach, is the only permanent memorial commemorating the valor of U.S. Navy personnel in Normandy. “I’m so honored that Oscar Austin is here in support of this year’s D-Day commemorations,â€? said Quartermaster 2nd Class (SW) Alexandra G. Wood, an Oscar Austin Sailor. “To be here at Utah Beach is one of the most humbling experiences I’ve had so far in my naval career.â€? Greenert was also emotional about the signiďŹ cance of D-Day events and drew parallels to what the Navy is doing today. “We’re standing here today in what could be a very different situation, here and around the world,â€? said Greenert. “It was the scared young men that stood up when the time came just like our shipmates are doing today, that are standing the watch. We need to remember that, for it is our legacy.â€? D-Day and the subsequent liberation of Europe, relied heavily on the part played by the U.S. Navy, whose vast logistical operation landed thousands of troops and hun-
dreds of thousands of tons of vehicles and equipment on Omaha and Utah beaches in June 1944. Greenert attributed the successful landings to teamwork, synchronization, practice and the power of a strong coalition. Following the wreath laying, Greenert joined Secretary of the Army John McHugh, Army Chief of Staff Gen. Ray Ordierno and other senior U.S. and French military leaders at a ceremony at Utah Beach. During the ceremony approximately 10 Legion of Honor medals were awarded to veterans. Utah Beach was the code name for the westernmost of the Allied landing beaches during the D-Day invasion of Normandy, as part of Operation Overlord June 6, 1944. Greenert joined 18 heads of state to include the presidents of the United States and France, along with many senior military leaders, veterans and thousands of supporters at the American Cemetery in Colleville-sur-Mer to honor the ďŹ rst day of Operation Overload, or D-Day, June 7.
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Great Outdoors Month is a time when Virginia celebrates the health and wellbeing that active lifestyles provide. From the coastal serenity of the Eastern Shore to the rugged terrain of the Appalachian Mountains, Virginia’s abundant natural resources offer outdoor recreation throughout the Commonwealth. This June, Virginia Tourism Corporation offers outdoor getaway ideas for all interests and skill levels with a new landing page highlighting 25 Virginia Adventures. The landing page includes an interactive map of outdoor activities throughout the state, making it easy for people to ďŹ nd speciďŹ c activities in certain regions. Social media savvy folks are encouraged to share their experiences on the new Virginia Outdoors Social
Lounge with the #VAOutdoors hashtag for a chance to be featured on Virginia is for Lovers social media channels. Here are ďŹ ve ways to celebrate Great Outdoors Month in Virginia. Find these and many others at www. Virginia.org/vaoutdoors. Hike – Virginia is a hiker’s paradise whether it’s a walk through coastal marshes or a rugged jaunt along the famed Appalachian Trail, Virginia has a footpath for everyone. Trails for all abilities offer stunning views, owing cascades, rhododendron and large hemlock trees. Bike – Biking lovers will ďŹ nd their share of epic rides in Virginia from hard-core singletrack trails and longdistance road cycling routes to leisurely, family-friendly peddling along
Virginia’s rails to trails. Get on the Water – Virginia is hugged by the Atlantic Ocean and the largest estuary in the United States, the Chesapeake Bay. Add in the abundance of whitewater rapids, pristine lakes and coastal rivers, and it’s obvious that Virginia offers plentiful experiences for water lovers. Take a Weekend Getaway – Outdoor-themed getaways are only a few clicks away thanks to these outdoor travel packages. Outdoor Events – Connect with thousands of other outdoor recreation and sports enthusiasts at one of these June outdoor events. Virginia is for outdoor lovers. Plan your getaway at www.Virginia.org/ vaoutdoors.
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New Orleans chefs to serve up authentic Cajun & Creole cuisine Bayou Boogaloo and Cajun Food Festival makes its return to downtown Norfolk Press Release Norfolk Festevents
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5-3 victory over a well-travelled and highly skilled CD Nacional side from Portugal’s Madeira Islands. Retired Command Master Chief Kevin Callahan, NASSC’s military coordinator, has managed military NASSC support since its inception in 1994. Individual units routinely provide a large percentage of the community relations manpower required to construct and secure 62 sand ďŹ elds stretched over a mile and a half of Oceanfront.
Nothing says New Orleans like the uniquely delicious delicacies and distinctive avor of Cajun & Creole cuisine. Norfolk Festevents is bringing nationally known chefs straight from New Orleans to Norfolk to serve up the heart and soul of Louisiana food dish by dish at the 25th annual AT&T Bayou Boogaloo & Cajun Food Festival, June 20 22, in Town Point Park in downtown Norfolk. Norfolk’s annual “second lineâ€? with New Orleans’ unique culture spices it up this year with the addition of multiple New Orleans chefs that are sure to bring that special spirit to life in Town Point Park. Cooking up their famous cajun & creole cuisines are Ms. Linda The Ya-kaMein Lady, Chef Curtis Moore from the Praline â– win tickets! Connection, Chef Woody Ruiz, New Orleans CrawFor access to contests, ďŹ sh King Chris “Shaggyâ€? including a chance to Davis, Jacques-Imo’s Reswin free tickets to this taurant, Edmond Nichols event, sign up for the of Direct Select Seafood, Military News Weekend Chef Troy Brucato, Cook Access E-blast! Visit Me Somethin’ Mister Jamhttp://ashipnews.com/ balaya and more. They eblast now! Contest for have been featured on such this event ends at noon television shows as Anon Monday, June 16. thony Bourdain’s “No Reservations,â€? Food Networks highly competitive cooking competition “Chopped,â€? “Food Paradiseâ€? and “The Best Thing I Ever Ate.â€? Several have been participants at New Orleans Jazz & Heritage Festival in New Orleans, regarded by many as the pinnacle of festival food. “We are very excited to be making the trip up to Norfolk for what we hope will become an annual excursion to share the authentic tastes of New Orleans with the ďŹ ne folks of the Hampton Roads communityâ€? Chef Woody Ruiz said.
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King Neptune certainly smiled on the 10,000 players participating in last weekend’s 21st edition of what has been affectionately termed the “World Cup of Amateur Beach Soccer.â€? Blessed with perfect weather, 83 age/gender/skill divisions took to the sand June 6 - 8, representing 17 states and 16 countries and completed nearly 2,000 matches. SideKick sports venues of beach wrestling, lacrosse, tennis and coed ag football added to the excitement. The centerpiece of the festival was the men’s pro/am “U.S. OPEN Divisionâ€? in which top international players competed for a $25,000 cash purse. Always a crowd favorite, the OPEN is designed to demonstrate the highly acrobatic skills associated with the top levels of the sport to the hordes of eager young (and many not so young) participants, and the general public. NASSC’s Beach Soccer Stadium was packed throughout the competition, which culminated in a very determined Team Canada winning the U.S. OPEN National Championship with a
Photos by Harry Gerwien | MNV The 2014 North American Sand Soccer Championships featured nearly 2,000 matches over 83 different divisions taking place at the Virginia Beach oceanfront June 6 - 8.
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Nauticus will celebrate 20 years of “Exploring the Power of the Sea” with an entire day of activities on June 14 from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Admission will be free all day, but visitors are asked to bring a “birthday present” of new school supplies, which will be donated to The Salvation Army. Nauticus will also recognize its six millionth visitor, who will receive a variety of prizes.
■ When: June 13; sign-in 7 a.m., shotgun start 9 a.m. ■ Where: Newport News Golf Club at Deer Run ■ Cost: $70 per person ■ For more information, contact: Terry Addison at
“We’re very happy to be celebrating 20 years on the downtown Norfolk waterfront” said Stephen E. Kirkland, Nauticus Executive Director. “This milestone birthday is a great opportunity to not only look back on all we’ve accomplished but also to look forward to all the great new experiences we have in store for the public.”
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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.taj-tidewaterchapter.com.
Habitat for Heroes program offers affordable homeownership for military families in need
Tall Ships Festival NORFOLK ■ When: June 14 - 15, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. ■ Where: Cape Charles Town Harbor ■ Cost: Free ■ For more information, visit: www.
tallshipscapecharles.com Historic tall ships will again grace Cape Charles Town Harbor with the third annual Tall Ships At Cape Charles Festival. The Kalmar Nyckel, “queen of the Chesapeake” tall ship fleet, is returning, together with the tall ship Lynx. Both will conduct threehour day sails on the Chesapeake Bay through the weekend. Space is limited; for reservations visit www. tallshipscapecharles.com. In addition to day sails, the tall ships will open their decks for public tours. There will also be food, refreshing beverages, arts, crafts and collectibles vendors as well as music and entertainment by local performers. Kids can attend pirate “camp,” make and sail a model boat, take pony rides, or try their hands at hauling the yard-arm.
Dads and Dudes Car Show ■ When: June 15, 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. ■ Where: Peninsula Town Center, 4410
E. Claiborne Square, Hampton ■ Cost: Free for spectators, $20 to register car ■ For more information, visit: www. peninsulatowncenter.com The Greene Turtle at Peninsula Town Center wants to celebrate Father’s Day and recent graduates at its second annual Dads & Dudes Car Show. Guests can enjoy various types of cars, live music by Big Daddy Trio, raffles, vendors and more. There will be awards for Best in Show, Best Paint, Best Motor, Best Interior and Most Unique.
‘Firehouse Bluegrass’ benefit concert ■ When: June 13, 7:30 p.m. ■ Where: Fire Station-10, 15020
Carrollton Blvd., Carrollton ■ Cost: Donation of $5 ■ For more information, contact: (757) 613-6183 or visit www.carrolltonfiredept.org Carrollton Volunteer Fire Department will host it’s monthly “Firehouse Bluegrass” music benefit concert featuring the Willis River Bluegrass Band. They will be playing traditional bluegrass and bluegrass gospel with their excellent vocals and instrumental skills. Proceeds from this concert benefit the volunteer fire/rescue service of Carrollton and nearby mutual aid districts in Smithfield and northern Suffolk. Hot dogs and soft drinks are available during the concert. Bring your own chair.
PFAC BBQ and Art Auction ■ When: June 21, 6:30 p.m. ■ Where: Peninsula Fine Arts
Center, 101 Museum Drive, Newport News, ■ Cost: Tickets cost $40, $50 at the door ■ For more information, contact: (757) 596-8175 or visit www.pfac-va.org The Peninsula Fine Arts Center will host its fifth annual BBQ & Art Auction with a live auction beginning at 7 p.m., followed by dinner and dancing. Guests will enjoy a barbecue buffet provided by Smoke BBQ Restaurant & Bar and dance to the music of Mixed Company, playing old school R&B, funk, soul and jazz. Artist Edie Hughes will invite attendees to participate in “smear” painting, creating an abstract work that will be auctioned at the event. Proceeds from the event support PFAC’s Art Access programming, including the Healing Arts program, which provides art therapy for armed services veterans who are struggling to express themselves through traditional therapies. Auction items include exceptional original artworks, jewelry, a vacation to Lake Tahoe and more. PFAC will also raffle a seven-day, six-night all-inclusive trip to Paris at the conclusion of the live auction. Paris raffle tickets are $100 each and only 150 will be sold; the winner must be present to collect the prize.
Habitat for Humanity of South Hampton Roads recently announced new home ownership opportunities for active-duty and veteran military families through its Habitat for Heroes program. As part of the organization’s Rebuilding the American Dream campaign, Habitat SHR will renovate 24 vacant or abandoned homes – six of which have been earmarked for heroes families. The Habitat for Heroes program addresses the unique housing challenges faced by military families. According to Habitat for Humanity International, nearly 1 million veteran homeowners are severely cost burdened despite having access to VA loans and other assistance. Additionally, of the 21.9 million military veterans, 4.3 million are renters while approximately 1.4 million veterans live in poverty. In response to staggering statistics, Habitat SHR is committed to helping low-income, hard-working families acquire affordable housing with a specific focus on military families in Hampton Roads. “We’ve identified affordable homeownership as one of the primary issues confronting military service members and their families,” said Wayne Lavender, executive director of Habitat SHR. “Through our Habitat for Heroes
We’ve identified affordable homeownership as one of the primary issues confronting military service members and their families.” -Wayne Lavender, Executive Director of Habitat of South Hampton Roads
program, we are actively working to ensure that our military families – who have sacrificed so much – have access to affordable, well-kept homes where they can raise their families.” Michael Day, an Army reservist and Navy veteran, and his wife Danielle along with their four children were the first Habitat for Heroes homeowners to purchase a home under the Rebuilding the American Dream initiative. The Days received the keys to their new home during a dedication ceremony on March 28. Like every Habitat home, the Day
family purchased their home through a zero interest loan, which helped the new homeowners achieve manageable monthly mortgage payments. Habitat SHR plans to replicate this model for other military families in Hampton Roads with anticipation that 25 percent of all partner families will have served in the armed forces by the end of 2014. To meet this goal, the organization is partnering with The Mission Continues, an organization working to channel the commitment of veterans into efforts that pay back. Through this program, Jose Roman, a retired Navy veteran with nearly 20 years of experience serving the special warfare community and President of the Veterans Association at Old Dominion University, will serve as the Manager of Veteran Programs and Mission Continues Fellow. Roman will help to identify and assist military families that qualify for Habitat’s homeownership programs. Interested military service members are strongly encouraged to begin the process by completing the new “fast track” pre-screening application. Eligibility is determined by several factors, including military service, family size, and financial history. For more information about the Habitat for Heroes program and application process, visit www.shrhabitat.org.
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Celebrated D-Day 70th anniversary Continued from C1 Retired Navy Captain Dick Whalen, NASSC’s Director, remarked as NASSC volunteers stormed ashore, that the Virginia Beach sand soccer “assault” certainly provided a timely and appropriate element during the 70th anniversary commemorations of D-Day. Local military units partnering with NASSC this year included: ■ Helicopter Sea Combat Squadron TWO ■ Helicopter Mine Countermeasures Squadron FOURTEEN ■ Strike Fighter Squadron ELEVEN ■ USS DWIGHT D. EISENHOWER (CVN 69) ■ USS KEARSARGE (LHD 3) ■ ASSAULT CRAFT UNIT FOUR ■ Old Dominion University ROTC Units ■ Navy Regional Medical Center,
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Portsmouth ■ Transient Personnel Unit, Norfolk ■ Virginia Army National Guard Opening ceremonies at the U.S. OPEN specifically highlighted the longterm strong NASSC support of Helicopter Mine Countermeasures Squadron FOURTEEN, who provided the festival color guard. Produced in 1994 by the Hampton
Roads Soccer Council (HRSC) in Virginia Beach, and its four affiliate clubs of Beach FC, the Virginia Rush, the Southeastern Va Women’s Soccer Association and the Men’s Over-30 Soccer League, NASSC’s mission is to further both the development of the relatively new sport of beach (or sand) soccer and the development of the “HRSC Soccer Complex” at Princess Anne Commons.
More than 8,000 pounds of live crawfish
Continued from C1 Woody, the organizer of the “CajunCreole Caravan” making its way up from South Louisiana, has been a food staple at Bayou Boogaloo for the past few years and will be returning to the Norfolk area again to continue to provide the guests of the Bayou Boogaloo a one-of-a kind food experience NOLA style. Festival guests are in for a real treat as they find more than 8,000 pounds of live crawfish straight from Louisiana
boiled up with sausage, corn and potatoes throughout the weekend, as well as jambalaya, file gumbo, crawfish and shrimp etouffee, po boy sandwiches, alligator sausage, Cajun boudin, beignets and fresh Louisiana Gulf oysters. There will also be unique Chef inspired dishes on site for Bayou guests to indulge in, such as Ms. Linda’s famous Ya-Ka-Mein, Chef Woody’s New Orleans-style fish tacos and JacquesImo’s shrimp and alligator sausage cheesecake and Chef Jerry Harkins’
Oyster Spaghetti. Curious to see what gets the chefs all fired up? On-site cooking demonstrations, presented by Louisiana Cookin’ Magazine, will get guests mouths watering as chefs prepare their blends of Cajun & Creole cuisine that are sure to pack a punch. See what goes into their special dishes and take home their techniques so the New Orleans style comes alive in your kitchen. For more information, visit www.festevents.org or call (757) 441-2345.
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cheese in flan for a surprisingly tasty twist. Take your favorite cookie one step further by making cookie pops – simply insert lollipop sticks into cookies, dip them in melted chocolate and add festive sprinkles as desired. Sweet-savory grilled fruit The season’s bounty of fruit is made even better when it’s grilled for a few minutes to bring out the extra-sweet flavors. For example, cut pears or peaches in half and grill until they’re warm. Another great way to add grilled fruit to your meal is with fruit kabobs – try pineapple, bananas, oranges, plums, apricots and more, grilling them for several minutes on skewers. Serve with a small wedge of Salemville Reserve – an extraaged Amish blue cheese – for a unique treat that perfectly blends sweet and savory flavors. Deluxe vegetable plates Whether you grow your own or frequent the local farmers market, fresh vegetables are prevalent throughout the country during the summer months. That’s why vegetable plates are ideal for picnics and barbecues – simply cut up your favorite vegetables for a colorful display. Upgrade this summer favorite by adding a dip no one can resist. Skip store-bought varieties and make your own by mixing cottage cheese and crumbled blue cheese. Vegetables are guaranteed to be devoured.
Cottage Blue Dip & Dressing Ingredients: 1-1/2 cups cream-style small curd cottage cheese 1/3 cup Salemville Amish Blue cheese, crumbled 1/8 teaspoon pepper 1/2 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce 2 teaspoon onion, finely chopped 3 tablespoon cream Paprika for coloring
Fig Creme Brulee Ingredients: 1 large black mission fig 1 teaspoon blue cheese 1/2 teaspoon raw sugar Directions: Cut fig in half. Using melon ball scoop or round spoon, remove seeds. Fill with blue cheese. Sprinkle with sugar. Caramelize sugar with torch until it has turned golden brown. Cook’s note: If you do not have a torch, put in the oven under the broiler until golden brown.
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Directions: Beat cottage cheese with an electric mixer until smooth. Add remaining ingredients and mix well. Serve chilled with vegetables or crackers. Note: For a thinner dip or salad dressing, add more cream.
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$3 Movies Godzilla (PG-13): Ford Brody (AaronTaylor-Johnson), a Navy bomb expert, has just reunited with his family in San Francisco when he is forced to go to Japan to help his estranged father, Joe (Bryan Cranston). Soon, both men are swept up in an escalating crisis when Godzilla arises from the sea to combat malevolent adversaries that threaten the survival of humanity. JEBLCFS Gator Theater – 462-7534
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Friday, June 13 6 p.m. – Million Dollar Arm (PG) 9 p.m. – Godzilla in 3D (PG-13)
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After making their way through high school – twice – big changes are in store for officers Schmidt (Jonah Hill) and Jenko (Channing Tatum) when they go deep undercover at a local college. But when Jenko meets a kindred spirit on the football team, and Schmidt infiltrates the bohemian art major scene, they begin to question their partnership. Now they don’t have to just crack the case, they have to figure out if they can have a mature relationship. If these two overgrown adolescents can grow from freshmen into real men, college might be the best thing that ever happened to them.
How To Train Your Dragon 2 It’s been five years since Hiccup and Toothless successfully united dragons and vikings on the island of Berk. While Astrid, Snotlout and the rest of the gang are challenging each other to dragon races (the island’s new favorite contact sport), the now inseparable pair journey through the skies, charting unmapped territories and exploring new worlds. When one of their adventures
leads to the discovery of a secret ice cave that is home to hundreds of new wild dragons and the mysterious Dragon Rider, the two friends find themselves at the center of a battle to protect the peace. Now, Hiccup and Toothless must unite to stand up for what they believe while recognizing that only together do they have the power to change the future of both men and dragons.
Lullaby Estranged from his family, Jonathan (Garrett Hedlund) discovers his father has decided to take himself off life support in 48 hours. During this intense period, a lifetime of drama plays out. Robert (Richard Jenkins) fights a zero sum game to reclaim all that his illness stole from his family. A debate rages on patients’ rights and what it truly means to be free. Jonathan reconciles with his father, reconnects with his mother (Anne Archer), sister (Jessica Brown-Findlay), and his love (AmyAdams) and reclaims his voice through two unlikely catalysts – a young, wise-beyond-her-years patient (Jessica Barden) and a no-nonsense nurse (Jennifer Hudson).
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Earnhardt Jr. seizes lead at end of Pocono 400, earns second Sprint Cup victory of the season By Rick Minter Universal Uclick
After several consecutive seasons of failing to live up to the on-track expectations that come with being NASCAR’s most popular driver, life is good for Dale Earnhardt Jr. On June 8 at Pocono Raceway, Earnhardt seized the lead with five laps remaining when Brad Keselowski – who had the fastest car for most of the race – slowed in a failed attempt to rid his grille of a heat-generating piece of debris. Earnhardt then motored away to his second win of 2014, the other coming in the season-opening Daytona 500. Sunday’s triumph gave him multiple wins on the season for the first time since 2004, and it was his 21st career Sprint Cup victory. His success comes in a season in which his crew chief, Steve Letarte, is making his final trip around the circuit before moving to a TV commentator role with NBC, which joins the NASCAR broadcast rotation next year. Earnhardt said in his winner’s interview that it’s his relationship – at the tracks and away from them – with Letarte, car chief Jason Burdette and others on his crew that make his success this year so meaningful. “We do a lot of normal things together, and there’s a real appreciation for each other individually as people,” he said. “We’re real fortunate because there’s not a guy in that group that’s hard to be around. We’re all easygoing, and everybody really gets along.” He said the relationships were strong before the performance turned around, and it meant a lot to him that the crew embraced him immediately after working with the immensely talented Jeff Gordon. “Jeff and that team split up, and we all knew what kind of talent he is,” Earnhardt said. “So the way they wrapped their arm around me and put me under their wing and made me feel comfortable and made me confident and made me feel worthy of the opportunity to work with them was great. “They’ve been just genuine, genuine people … they’re real. Their feelings and relationships are real. Winning races is great, but it’s nothing unless you enjoy who you’re doing it with, and when you can do something great and it’s with people you enjoy being around, man – it really adds to it, so this is why it’s so special right now.” Earnhardt admitted that his latest win came at Keselowski’s expense, but he also pointed out that Letarte’s strategy and other factors put him in second place, where he could pounce if Keselowski stumbled. And that represented an improvement over recent seasons.
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mmaschedule UFC 174 June 14; 8 p.m., FOX Sports 1; 10 p.m. PPV Demetrious Johnson vs. Ali Bagautinov Rory MacDonald vs. Tyron Woodley Ryan Bader vs. Rafael Cavalcante Andrei Arlovski vs. Brendan Schaub Ryan Jimmo vs. Ovince St. Preux
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■ sprint cup standings 1. Jeff Gordon, 498 points; 2. Matt Kenseth, 482; 3. Dale Earnhardt Jr., 476; 4. Jimmie Johnson, 475; 5. Brad Keselowski, 448; 6. Kyle Busch, 443; 7. Carl Edwards, 441; 8. Denny Hamlin, 420; 9. Joey Logano, 418; 10. Kyle Larson, 417.
“I think it’s the difference between running fourth at the end of this race and running second,” Earnhardt said. “It’s a very small thing, but in years past when it was someone else seizing that opportunity from Brad and we were running third or fourth watching it happen, whereas we’ve improved our game a little bit and we’re getting a little faster and the [Hendrick Motorsports] company has gotten better. “The company is really moving along great right now.” Indeed, it was Hendrick’s fourth straight win at Pocono, as Jeff Gordon, Jimmie Johnson and Kasey Kahne were the track’s three winners before Earnhardt. And it was Hendrick’s fifth win in 14 races this season. Keselowski’s Team Penske is also on a roll, which made the late-race developments at Pocono even more disappointing for him. Although he lost the lead trying to remove the paper from his grille by running up behind the lapped car of Danica Patrick and thereby using the air from her car to dislodge the paper, his overheated engine wound up running to the finish anyway. “It was definitely a mistake, because the
engine made it, but it probably shouldn’t have,” Keselowski said. “It was one of those deals. I think I was going to get passed, because I was really down on power down the straightaway. I don’t know, I think so, but it’s hard to say … “I thought I had a shot to clean it off and not lose time, and I misjudged it.” Earnhardt, who salvaged Keselowski’s NASCAR career several years ago by hiring him to drive his Nationwide Series cars and has remained friends with him, said he understands his frustration. “I felt really bad for Brad, to be honest, in that particular instance — to see him in such a situation that he had to be that desperate,” Earnhardt said. “But the temps must have been incredibly high for him to do that, otherwise, he’s the kind of guy that would have just put his foot in it and tried to make the motor last, but apparently it was just more than he could ask for the engine to do.” And he said that Keselowski will rebound. “He’s young enough, good enough; he’s going to have plenty of opportunities to get his wins and enjoy more success in this sport,” Earnhardt said. “He’ll get over this one over time, but yeah, it’s got to be pretty difficult, I’m sure.”
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