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■ robot demo Senior Chief Explosive Ordnance Disposal Technician Quinten Nunnery speaks to students while a Talon robot picks up blocks.

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Students struggled to sit still on the primary colored alphabet rug when they watched the Talon robot work its way across the room carrying a wooden block.

Sailors assigned to Explosive Ordnance Disposal Mobile Unit (EODMU) 2, participated in a career event at Emmanuel Lutheran School in Virginia Beach.

“I did career day by myself last year and asked if I could do it again this year,” said Senior Chief Explosive Ordnance Disposal Technician Quinten Nunnery.

He explained that his daughter, a student at the school, had been disappointed when he brought in a, more easily managed, small unmanned ground vehicle (SUG-V) robot the year before. “I knew that if I didn’t bring in the larger robot this time, I’d never stop hearing about it.”

Nunnery spoke to students, while Explosive Ordnance Disposal Technician 1st Class Sean Conley operated the robot. After watching the Talon robot grab blocks with its claw and place them in a container, small groups were allowed to observe Conley use the control unit to move the robot. The control unit had a monitor where students could see from the robot’s point of view and occa-

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PREVENTING IDENTITY THEFT

Naval Support Activity (NSA) Hampton Roads observed Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual and Transgender (LGBT) Pride Month with an observance at the base chapel on June 11.

The event was hosted by the Combined Multicultural Heritage Committee, which consists of NSA Hampton Roads Headquarters, U.S. Fleet Forces Command, U.S. Marine Corps Forces Command, Naval Computer and Telecommunications Area Master Station Atlantic Command, and Fleet Human Resources Office Norfolk.

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Defense Media Activity

The recent breach of the U.S. Office of Personnel Management (OPM) personnel record systems potentially impacts four million federal employees and has been in the news this week.

OPM is notifying the people who may have had their infor-

mation compromised through June 19.

In this digitally connected world it's more important than ever to know how to protect yourself from online identity theft that can lead to someone using your Social Security number or other personal information to open new accounts, make purchases, or get a tax refund.

Here are five things you can do to protect yourself:

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Sailors with Amphibious Squadron (PHIBRON) 4, prepare to reel in ropes anchoring USS Kearsarge to the port in Naval Station Norfolk, during Amphibious Ready Group/ Marine Expeditionary Unit Exercise aboard the Kearsarge, June 13.

KEARSARGE, 26TH MEU BEGIN ARG EXERCISE

By MC2 Aren Everett USS Kearsarge Public Affairs

ATLANTIC OCEAN

Sailors from the Kearsarge Amphibious Ready Group (KSGARG) and Marines assigned to the 26th Marine Expeditionary Unit (MEU) kicked off the KSGARG/MEU Exercise (ARGMEUEX) in the waters east of of the U.S. on June 13.

The KSGARG comprises Amphibious Squadron (PHIBRON) 4, 26th MEU, amphibious assault ship USS Kearsarge (LHD 3), amphibious transport dock ship USS Arlington (LPD 24) and dock landing ship USS Oak Hill (LSD 51).

FREE SOLAR WORKFORCE TRAINING COMES TO HAMPTON ROADS FOR TRANSITIONING TROOPS The Department of Energy in partnership with the Department of Defense’s Skillbridge initiative has completed two successful SunShot solar job training pilots.

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According to Kearsarge Command Master Chief David Twiford, ARGMEUEX is a more than two-week exercise that gives the KSGARG the opportunity to come together and work on integration in preparation for deployment.

“These ships go through a cycle every couple years to get ready to deploy,” said

Twiford. “The MEU does the same thing.

While we’re off doing some workups throughout the year, they’re off doing their own version of workups, and so these underway periods are a great opportunity to come together.”

TRANSITION Service members have the discipline, maturity and knowledge that employers clamor for, but that doesn’t mean transitioning to the civilian workforce is easy or doesn’t require work.

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USNS SPEARHEAD BEGINS MISSION IN SOUTHCOM AOR U.S. Naval Forces Southern Command and U.S. 4th Fleet JACKSONVILLE, FLA.

The Navy is deploying joint high speed vessel USNS Spearhead (JHSV 1) to Central and South America and the Caribbean to conduct subject-matter expert exchanges and orientations in support of a regional exercise, June 15 to Oct. 10.

The exercise, Southern Partnership Station – JHSV 2015 (SPS-JHSV 15), is an annual international exercise that provides the opportunity for U.S and partner nation forces to operate in a multinational environment, refine coordination and improve interoperability.

The forces will improve upon fleet experimentation

activities and conduct counter illicit trafficking operations in support of the exercise.

Spearhead will conduct several port visits to make subject-matter experts available to host-nation maritime services.

During these visits, the SPS-JHSV 15 command element will conduct engagements designed to strengthen cooperative partnerships.

Spearhead will carry a command element and military teams from Navy Expeditionary Combat Command, the Marine Corps, Army, Air Force, and civilian personnel representing the Military Sealift Command. Additionally, USNS Choctaw County (JHSV 2) will carry out an intratheater lift of Marine Corps

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MC2 Justin Wolpert The Military Sealift Command joint high speed vessel USNS Spearhead (JHSV 1) approaches the pier during its return to home port.

personnel and heavy equipment throughout the month of June, in support of the exercise.

SPS-JHSV 15 is a U.S. Southern Command (USSOUTHCOM)-directed operation planned by Commander, U.S. Naval Forces Southern Command (COMUSNAVSO)/U.S. 4th Fleet (C4F) and carried out

by Spearhead.

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NAVFAC Mid-Atlantic to hire more than 400 in Hampton Roads

By Tom Kreidel NAVFAC Mid-Atlantic Public Affairs

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Naval Facilities Engineering Command Mid-Atlantic plans to hire approximately 430 new employees over the next six months for a variety of positions throughout the Hampton Roads area.

The positions range from engineers and contract specialists to skilled trades such as electricians, plumbers, and HVAC mechanics, at a variety of bases, including Naval Station Norfolk, Joint Expeditionary Base Little Creek-Fort Story, Naval Air Station Oceana, Norfolk Naval Shipyard and Naval Weapons Station Yorktown.

“We have many vacancies throughout our area of operations that we are actively recruiting for this fiscal year,” said Rick Roth, NAVFAC Mid-Atlantic Business Director. “This hiring effort is critical to our ability to execute our workload in support of the Navy and

Marine Corps mission over the next few years and is a top priority.”

NAVFAC Mid-Atlantic provides facilities engineering, public works and environmental products and services across an area of responsibility that spans from North Carolina to Maine and westward to Illinois and Indiana.

As an integral member of Commander, Navy Region Mid-Atlantic’s team, NAVFAC Mid-Atlantic provides leadership through the Regional Engineer Organization to ensure the Region’s facilities and infrastructure are managed efficiently and effectively.

The NAVFAC Mid-Atlantic team consists of more than 3,600 employees, with nearly 2,000 of them in the Hampton Roads area.

Positions to be filled include: ■ Architects ■ Mechanical Engineers ■ Civil Engineers ■ Electrical Engineers ■ Environmental Engineers ■ Fire Protection Engineers

USNAVSO/ U.S. 4th Fleet Public Affairs by email at comusnavo-c4f_mypt_pao@ navy.mil or by phone at (904) 270-4843/4813.

USNAVSO/U.S. 4th Fleet employs maritime forces in cooperative maritime security operations in order to maintain access, enhance interoperability, and build enduring partnerships that foster regional security in the USSOUTHCOM area of responsibility.

■ Contract Specialists ■ Physical Scientists ■ Information Technology ■ Realty Specialists ■ Engineering Technicians ■ HVAC Mechanics ■ Motor Vehicle Operators ■ Boiler Plant Operators ■ Machinists ■ Automotive and Heavy Equipment

Mechanics ■ Low and High Voltage Electricians ■ Plumbers/ Pipefitters ■ Carpenters ■ Crane riggers and Operators ■ Variety of administrative positions Professionals interested in these positions can search for them at https:// www.usajobs.gov and search the key word “NAVFAC.” Announcements are advertised for a limited time, so interested applicants are encouraged to establish an account in USAjobs and set up a search for jobs in NAVFAC with the “my job search agents” tab. Once complete, you’ll receive email alerts when new jobs at NAVFAC are advertised.

Those seeking engineering and environmental positions may forward their resumes to NAVFAC_Midlant_Jobs@ navy.mil for immediate consideration.

BAD WEATHER HAPPENS ALL YEAR - ARE YOU PREPARED FOR WHAT HAPPENS NEXT? An unusual pre-season tropical storm “Ana” struck the East Coast in April, a typhoon roared over Guam in May to kick-off the season, large golf-ball sized hail pummeled the mid-section of the U.S. and added to the torment of a year’s worth of tornados, floods and the Boston blizzard. Recent severe weather can be very stressful and even dangerous, and being left without a plan to get ahead of these natural disasters can put you and your family at risk.

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COMFORT HOSTS MIDSHIPMEN DURING CONTINUING PROMISE 2015 The Military Sealift Command hospital ship USNS Comfort (T-AH 20) is hosting five midshipmen from the U.S. Naval Academy during the humanitarian-civil assistance mission Continuing Promise 2015 (CP-15) to Central America, South America and the Caribbean.

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DOD WARRIOR GAMES COMMENCE The Opening Ceremony for the 2015 Department of Defense Warrior Games (WG) will be held at 11 a.m. on Friday, June 19, at the National Museum of the Marine Corps. This historic Opening Ceremony will mark the commencement of the first Department of Defense-led Warrior Games competition.

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The aircraft carrier USS Dwight D. Eisenhower’s (CVN 69) Medical Department won a key departmental award for the eighth straight year.

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Ike medical earns eighth straight gold star

By MC3 Sarah Horne USS Dwight D. Eisenhower Public Affairs

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The aircraft carrier USS Dwight D. Eisenhower’s (CVN 69) (Ike) Medical Department won a key departmental award for the eighth straight year.

The Navy and Marine Corps Public Health Center (NMCPHC) announced June 8, that Ike’s medical team has once again won the gold star level Blue H – the Navy Surgeon General’s Health Promotion and Wellness Award.

The Blue H recognizes commands for their practice of successful Navy health promotions, quality of workplace primary prevention policies and activities, and outcomes. The award is given in recognition of participating commands’ efforts

throughout fiscal year 2014.

“I think we do a really good job getting the health promotions done,” said Lt. Allie Pletta, Ike’s health promotions and wellness coordinator and administrator. “The program is just giving the crew the information that they need to make conscious health decisions for their bodies, minds and spirit.”

Some health topics included in the Blue H criteria include responsible drinking, smoking cessation, nutrition, psychological health, sexual health and physical readiness.

While providing information about these various topics, Pletta said Ike’s health committee aims to find ways to help Sailors improve their health.

“We can’t force somebody to do anything – it’s their choice – but we want

to give them those options so they know they can make good, healthy decisions,” she said.

The award is presented at three levels: Bronze Anchor, Silver Eagle and Gold Star. Every organization that applies receives at least the Bronze Anchor. A command can earn the Silver Eagle by scoring at least 50 percent in every judged category. Any command that also achieves at least 80 percent of the total points available receives the Gold Star.

Each Blue H command receives a pennant and an annual streamer representing their level of achievement. In fiscal year 2014, 342 participating commands merited a Bronze Anchor or higher.

“I think we did really well,” said Hospital Corpsman 3rd Class Brittany Wampler, Ike’s assistant health promotions and well-

ness coordinator and administrator. “We set a goal, set out to achieve it, and we did.

We achieved it.”

Eisenhower was one of five aircraft carriers to earn the Gold Star award this year.

“For the new fiscal year, we really want to focus on nutrition, alcohol and strength training,” Pletta said. “A lot of people are getting in their cardio but not the strength training they need to build muscle. We are working on making more healthy food options available, as well as grab-and-go lunches.”

Pletta said the committee also encourages suggestions from the ship’s crew at any time to help them improve health opportunities on the ship.

“Our team is only as good as the information we’re given from the people. We’re always open for suggestions.”

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Truman gets replenished at sea

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Aircraft carrier USS Harry S. Truman (CVN 75) receives fuel from the Military Sealift Command fleet replenishment oiler USNS Leroy Grumman (T-AO 195).

Truman is underway conducting carrier qualifications and Tailored Ship’s Training Availability (TSTA) off the East Coast. TSTA is the first combined training event of a ship’s inter-deployment training cycle. Upon successful completion of TSTA, Truman will be considered proficient in all mission areas.

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Norfolk Sailor competes in TV challenge

By Lt. Cmdr. Patrick Evans Carrier Strike Group 4 Public Affairs

A U.S. naval officer wants to become an “American Ninja Warrior.” Lt. Deon Graham, a native of Hackensack, New Jersey, competed in the city trials of the American Ninja Warrior television show in San Pedro, California, June 5-7, vying to become the show’s top competitor.

Graham, a nuclear-trained Surface Warfare Officer (SWO) assigned to Carrier Strike Group (CSG) 4, was chosen from among 50,000 applicants to compete for a chance to win $1,000,000 in what the show calls “a series of challenging obstacle courses” that test a competitor’s endurance, balance, upper body strength and grip strength.

This season, the series teamed up with the nonprofit military veteran organization “Got Your 6,” to shoot two special episodes featuring an allmilitary cast of active-duty and retired personnel.

Lt. Deon Graham “It’s been an awesome experience. I remember watching the show in the past and saying, ‘I want to try that one day.’ But to actually participate has been amazing,” said Graham.

Graham’s opportunity to compete came almost by chance. He was watching an episode last season and wondered how he could get involved.

“So, I ‘Googled’ the show last year and submitted my email address to be contacted to audition for the show.”

Once contacted, Graham, whose initials are “DDG,” completed an application and submitted a three-minute video to the show’s website in January, which he later posted to YouTube. A producer called him in April to say that he was chosen for the show’s taping outside of

Los Angeles.

“When I got the call, I was speechless. I hadn’t heard anything for three month and figured it wasn’t going to happen.

It’s still kind of crazy to me,” said Graham.

Because of show rules, the 29-year-old Graham cannot discuss how he did until the competition airs, but he does say that it has been “an opportunity of a lifetime.”

“I’ve met a lot of really cool people who are just as committed to physical training as I am. In fact, I’ve found a training partner in the area, who was also a competitor,” said Graham. “I’ve connected with so many people – not only other first-time competitors like me, but also veterans of the show who’ve competed over multiple seasons.”

He’s also been connected to top brass in the Navy. Vice Chief of Naval Operations (VCNO), Adm. Michelle Howard, approved Graham and four others to compete in the show. In addition, Graham has received

support from his command and others in the Navy.

For Graham being active and working out has always been a way of life. He really turned up the commitment, however, during his second deployment on board the aircraft carrier USS Harry S. Truman (CVN 75) in 2013.

“Working out on Truman was my therapy,” he said with a smile. “The gym was my outlet.

Nothing got in the way of my one and a half hour work out, and I was much better off for it.”

He has that same attitude in his role as the Command Fitness Leader (CFL) for CSG-4.

“American Ninja Warrior,” which is in its seventh season, premiered on May 25. When we will see Graham on TV, however, depends on the duration of the NHL Stanley Cup Final.

But he knows a lot of people are interested.

“People are planning a ‘watch party’ at a local restaurant, and my family is extremely excited.

We all can’t wait for it to air,” said Graham.

SUBLANT HOSTS MEDIA TRAINING FOR FUTURE CO’S

By MC2 Gabriel Bevan Expeditionary Combat Camera

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Prospective Commanding Officers (PCO) from Commander, Submarine Force Atlantic (SUBLANT), participated in a media role player training evolution at the Naval Safety Center Studio on Naval Station Norfolk, June 4.

The training consisted of a scenario in which Navy Public Affairs Officers and Mass Communication Specialists posed as civilian media to give the PCOs the opportunity to be interviewed on camera and then later, watch their interview and receive feedback.

The PCOs were exposed to one-on-one interviews and open forum question and answer sessions.

Cmdr. Christopher Osborn, PCO of the Los Angeles class fast-attack submarine, USS Boise (SSN 764), said the training provided great exposure in working with the media.

“There was an element of realism that really puts you on the spot and you often times will act differently when you’re in front of a live camera,” Osborn said. “In the same way that other types of training serve as a stress inoculation, this training better prepares you to work with the media and represent not only your crew, but the Navy well.”

Lt. Stephanie Homick, U.S. Fleet Forces public affairs officer, took part in the media training exercise for the second time and believes it’s mutually beneficial for both the role players and the trainees.

“As a PAO, it's important to help prepare our leadership for media engagements. Not only is this good training for the officers we prepared, but it is useful training for my line of work,” said Homick. “It's important that all leaders are prepared to answer questions from the media because you are always representing the Navy.

Without practicing these kinds of media engagements, leaders may not realize some of their habits and it helps them feel more comfortable standing in front of a camera.”

U.S. Fleet Forces Public Affairs offers media training to senior officers, civilians, installation commanding officers, and anyone with any pending media engagements. SUBLANT requires that all PCOs go through the course as part of their preparation pipeline.

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Below: Aviation Electronics Technician 3rd Class Reggie Arroyo, assigned to the aircraft carrier USS Dwight D. Eisenhower (CVN 69), performs a bicycle kick during a game at the North American Sand Soccer Championship. More than 10,000 soccer players from around the world traveled to Virginia Beach to compete in the three-day tournament, June 4-6.

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Ike soccer hits the beach

By MC3 Julio Delgado USS Dwight D. Eisenhower Public Affairs

VIRGINIA BEACH

The weekend of June 6-7 was no typical weekend on the sands of Virginia Beach.

Food vendors lined the boardwalk, and rows of soccer fields spanned miles of the shoreline.

The Ike Warriors, the aircraft carrier USS Dwight D. Eisenhower’s (CVN 69) soccer team, joined more than 10,000 soccer players from around the world to compete in the North American Sand Soccer Championship in Virginia Beach, June 5-7, to compete in one of the most unique events in the commonwealth.

Unlike the standard grass fields the team regularly competes on, sand soccer fields are 30 yards by 40 yards and played using a fiveon-five format. The smaller field proved to be one of several challenges the team faced.

“The way the ball bounces, you never have a clear shot,” said Aviation Technician 3rd Class Reggie Arroyo. “You never have full control of the ball. The ball can go wherever it wants.”

This was the second year the Ike team competed in the tournament, where they once again faced teams that have played together for years. Although the team fell short of making it to the finals, Chief Aviation Boatswain’s Mate (Handling) Zlando Dahn said they gained plenty from the experience anyway.

“Doing an event like this, we get to know our fellow Sailors,” Dahn said. “It’s one of the greatest ways to bond with others outside the ship.”

Most importantly, Arroyo said, the team had fun. “We’re going to continue going out there to show our support for the game and to show that the Ike is here.”

The way the ball bounces, you never have a clear shot.

You never have full control of the ball.

The ball can go wherever it wants.”

-Aviation Technician 3rd Class Reggie Arroyo

Airman Jared Tonyan, assigned to the aircraft carrier USS Dwight D. Eisenhower (CVN 69), takes a shot during a game at the North American Sand Soccer Championship.

Above: Aviation Electronics Technician 3rd Class Reggie Arroyo, assigned to the aircraft carrier USS Dwight D. Eisenhower (CVN 69), performs a side-kick during a game at the North American Sand Soccer Championship.

Left: Aviation Electronics Technician 3rd Class Reggie Arroyo, assigned to the aircraft carrier USS Dwight D. Eisenhower (CVN 69), attempts a shot on goal during a game at the North American Sand Soccer Championship.

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USS LEYTE GULF GETS UNDERWAY ON TIME THANKS TO MARMC SUPPORT

By Chris Wyatt MARMC Public Affairs

NORFOLK

MC2 Jeffrey M. Richardson The Ticonderoga-class guided-missile cruiser USS Leyte Gulf (CG 55) departed from Naval Station Norfolk, June 9.

Mid-Atlantic Regional Maintenance Center’s (MARMC) Production Department made key emergent repairs to the guided-missile cruiser USS Leyte Gulf (CG 55), which resulted in an on time departure from Naval Station Norfolk, June 9.

MARMC Pipe Shop Zone Manager, Bryon Myers, received a call June 8, that Leyte Gulf had lost its potable water. “Essentially, a potable water pipe rupture created this casualty, so the ship had no drinking water, showering or cooking water, there was no fresh water available,� said Myers.

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Free solar workforce training comes to Hampton Roads for transitioning troops

By Doug Morfeld Work and Family Life Coordinator

America’s military veterans have the leadership qualities and the skill sets needed to move the solar industry and the clean energy economy forward. However, when the time comes to leave the service, transitioning to any new career presents a challenge for many service members.

To help them build the skills and to gain employment in a quickly growing U.S. solar market, the Department of Energy in partnership with the Department of Defense’s Skillbridge initiative has completed two successful SunShot solar job training pilots at Marine Corps Base Camp Pendleton, California, and Fort Carson, Colorado.

The SkillBridge initiative allows exiting military personnel to pursue civilian job training, employment skills training, apprenticeships and internships up to six-months prior to their separation date with command authorization.

Through SunShot’s Solar Instructor Training Network military service members at each selected pilot location have received up to six weeks of intensive solar training courses at no cost to the active duty member. Every participant in this training program will take the North American Board of Certified Energy Professionals (NABCEP) photovoltaic certification exam. Service members who graduate from the Energy Department’s solar training program will gain the skills to size and install solar panels, safely connect electricity to the grid, and interpret and comply with local building codes.

Additionally, to speed their transition into the solar workforce, prominent U.S. solar companies have already committed to interview all graduates for jobs – a commitment that could result in as many as 100 new hires from pilot graduates. The first Hampton Roads SunShot/Solar Ready Vets six-week pilot is scheduled to start on July 6, with two other convening dates scheduled for Aug. 24 and Oct. 13. The training site location will be at the Tidewater Community College, Chesa-

■ still accepting applications We’re still accepting applications from transitioning active duty members for the FREE solar workforce training.

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Since 2008, the Solar Instructor Training Network has supported the training of photovoltaic installers, sales representatives, building inspectors and other solar workers through more than 400 community colleges in 49 states.

To date, more than 30,000 students have received training to enter the solar workforce with 50,000 students projected to be trained by 2020. This new solar training pilot program is the first Department of Energy effort that specifically focuses on service members transitioning to the solar workforce.

With about 17,000 veterans already employed by solar companies, the industry is expected to be an important source of well-paying, highly skilled jobs for veterans in the future. The solar industry has seen steady and rising employment, up about 86 percent since November 2010.

In 2014, employment rose nearly 22 percent and created one out of 78 new jobs in the U.S. Projections suggest that solar might add as many as 36,000 new jobs in the next 12 months, with competitive pay for installers averaging from $20 to $24 per hour.

If you are a transitioning veteran within six months of your separation date and interested in submitting an application for this pilot please contact your local Fleet and Family Support Center transition assistance staff or Christopher Blow at cblow@tcc. edu for more information and eligibility criteria.

Editor’s Note: This article previously ran in the June 4, 2015, issue of The Flagship.

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Kids see robot demonstration Continued from front sionally catch glimpses of themselves recorded from the camera.

“I think it was really great for them to see the robot and the technology aspect of what the robot was seeing on the screen,” said Shannon Tate, the school’s director. “They are so connected to technology these days, it was good for them to see it in a job application.”

Students then asked questions about how the robot worked, if it could drive through snow, or lift a

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tree. One student even asked why it didn’t have hair.

The visit allowed Sailors to show students how technology seen in the mass media is used in the career field.

“They were very interested to see

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Continued from front “It’s important to have observances like this because it’s great exposure and it is educational,” said Chief Aviation Boatswains Mate (Handling) Christopher Mohrmann, command climate specialist at NSA Hampton Roads. “It also dismisses what we sometimes ignore in life. An individual’s life should never be ignored, but embraced.”

Mary Aab, director at the Hampton Roads LGBT Center in Norfolk, served as the guest speaker. Aab discussed how LGBT rights originated, how it has progressed over the years, and the impact the military has had on diversity.

“I truly believe that we would not be where we are today without the military,” she said. “You all have done so much for my rights and for that I am extremely grateful.”

According to the Presidential Proclamation on LGBT Pride Month, all people deserve to live with dignity

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and respect, free from fear and violence, and protected against discrimination, regardless of their gender identity or sexual orientation. During LGBT Pride Month, we celebrate the proud legacy LGBT individuals have woven into the fabric of our Nation, we honor those who have fought to perfect our Union, and we continue our work to build a society where every child grows up knowing that their country supports them, is proud of them, and has a place for them exactly as they are.

Aab reemphasized that the military has played an integral role in leading the way and helping the LGBT community gain certain rights in this country.

“I hope that as you recognize this month, you remember that not only do you serve and protect our freedom, but you have also protected our civil rights,” she said. “The military has played a significant role in moving LGBT rights forward, especially with the overturning of Don’t Ask, Don’t Tell.”

The Don’t Ask, Don’t Tell policy was repealed by President Barack Obama in 2010 and allows gays, lesbians, and bisexuals to serve openly in the Armed Forces.

In addition to the repeal of the policy, Aab highlighted a timeline of significant LGBT facts and statistics.

“We started with seven states legalizing same-sex marriages, but now we are at 37,” she said. “That shows how far we have come.”

Educational resources on the progression of LGBT rights are also provided at the LGBT Center, which is Hampton Roads’ only LGBT community center. It is a program of Access AIDS Care and utilizes a community of volunteers and professionals to achieve its goals of promoting LGBT health and human rights, while providing a safe space for the LGBT community. The center offers a variety of services such as individual and family counseling, adult and youth services, social and educational events, and a video and book library.

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Monitor it regularly and immediately report any suspicious or unusual activity to your bank or financial institution.

2. Keep an eye on your credit report.

Request a free credit report at www.

AnnualCreditReport.com or by calling (877) 322-8228. Consumers are entitled by law to one free credit report per year from each of the three major credit bureaus – Equifax, Experian, and TransUnion – for a total of three reports every year. Contact informa-

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tion for the credit bureaus can be found on the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) website, www.ftc.gov.

3. Verify who is asking for your information. Be suspicious of unsolicited phone calls, visits, or email messages from individuals asking about you, your employees, your colleagues or any other internal information. If an unknown individual claims to be from a legitimate organization, try to verify his or her identity directly with the company.

4. Stay vigilant online. Do not reveal personal or financial information in email, and do not respond to

email solicitations for this information. This includes following links sent in email. Pay attention to the URL of a website. Malicious websites may look identical to a legitimate site, but the URL may use a variation in spelling or a different domain (e.g., .com vs. .net).

5. Keep your documents in a safe place. At home and when you are traveling it's important to only take what you need. Lock your wallet or purse in a safe place at work and limit what you carry with you. When you go out, take only the identification, credit, and debit cards you need.

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MC3 Lauren Booher Explosive Ordnance Disposal Technician 1st Class Sean Conley operates a Talon robot while students at Emmanuel Lutheran School in Virginia Beach watch.

something that seems imaginary in movies in a real life application,” said Tate. “It was something fascinating and got their minds going with all of their imagination.”

“They’re not going to care as much about bomb suits,” agreed Nunnery.

“They’re going to get into robots as they get older because that’s something that they are seeing.”

Kindergartners through toddlers were able to get something out of the event and it was a way for students to see something fun that connects with what service members are doing, said Tate.

“It was a good opportunity to present a positive image of the command to the community and educate people on what we do,” said Conley. “The kids were laughing and smiling, I think it went really well.”

Twiford said ARGMEUEX will be a comprehensive exercise that stresses everything from large operations, such as transporting Marines to and from the ship, to smaller issues, such as meal and laundry service.

“This is an opportunity to make sure that our team is ready to go on all fronts, logistically, warfighting, com-

munications, the whole nine yards,” said Twiford.

The KSGARG is scheduled to execute and respond to numerous scenarios designed to test the many capabilities of the amphibious force, including a missile exercise, amphibious operations, well deck operations and air operations.

“You name it; if an amphib. does it, we’re going to do it in the next two

weeks,” said Twiford.

Following the conclusion of the exercise, the KSGARG will participate in the Composite Training Unit Exercise (COMPTUEX), which is the final certification before deployment.

Carrier Strike Group (CSG) 4, oversees and conducts both ARGMEUEX and COMPTUEX. The KSGARG is scheduled to deploy in fall 2015.

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LGBT Pride Month honored at Pearl Harbor A military-wide seminar celebrating Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual and Transgender (LGBT) Pride Month was held at Hickam Memorial Theater on Joint Base Pearl Harbor-Hickam (JBPHH), June 10. » see B4

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USN, ROK bolster alliance in Silent Shark Exercise

Rushmore aids 65 people at sea near Indonesia

By MC2 Brian G. Reynolds Submarine Group 7 Deputy Public Affairs

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The U.S. and the Republic of Korea navies are participating in Exercise Silent Shark 2015 in the vicinity of Guam, June 8-12.

The exercise integrates U.S. and Republic of Korean anti-submarine warfare assets to bolster relations and interoperability.

» see EXERCISE | B7 U.S. Marine Corps photos by Sgt. Emmanuel Ramos

Essex Amphibious Ready Group Public Affairs MAKASSAR STRAIT

USS Rushmore (LSD 47) rendered assistance to 65 people on makeshift bamboo rafts in the waters between the Indonesian islands of Kalimantan and Sulawesi, June 10.

Shipboard lookouts spotted the distressed persons waving orange and white flags. Rushmore’s Commanding Officer, Cmdr. Thomas Stephens, ordered the launch of a small boat with two search and rescue swimmers to provide assistance. Rushmore Sailors discovered 65 people on sinking bamboo rafts tied together with no means of propulsion, food or water.

Sailors and Marines brought all 65 people on board Rushmore for medical attention and will coordinate with local officials for their wellbeing.

“This is an example of the Essex Amphibious Ready Group’s professional maritime skill and ability to be where it matters, when it matters to offer assistance,” said Capt. Clint Carroll, commander, Essex Amphibious Ready Group.

Rushmore was transiting the Makassar Strait after completing a port visit to Manado, Indonesia. As part of the Essex Amphibious Ready Group (ARG), Rushmore is in the Western Pacific en route to the Arabian Gulf for a routine deployment. Deployed with a Marine Expeditionary Unit, the ARG serves as a sea-based crisis response force capable of conducting amphibious missions across the full range of military operations.

DOD sends blended military retirement proposal to congress Once on board, the rescued individuals were provided food and medical attention

by Marines and Sailors from the 15th Marine Expeditionary Unit and the Essex Amphibious Ready Group.

PANAMA CITY, FLA.

More than 1,600 college students applied for the National Research Enterprise Internship Program (NREIP) in December 2014 and 592 began their internships at various locations throughout the U.S. in May and June 2015.

Of the 592 students selected for the prestigious Science, Technology, Engineering and Math (STEM) internship program, the Naval

Surface Warfare Center Panama City Division (NSWC PCD) welcomed 41 students, May 25, to embark on a 10 week journey.

“For this year, 1,663 students applied to the program and 592 internships in total were awarded,” said NSWC PCD NREIP Coordinator, Mary Hulgan. “NSWC PCD has the NREIP’s fourth largest amount of interns for fiscal year 2015 and it’s the largest number we’ve ever had.”

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behind Naval Research Lab with 54, Space and Warfare Command Pacific with 65, and NSWC Carderock Division Ship Systems Engineering Station (SSES) who accepted 90 students.

Hulgan attributes much of the program and NSWC PCD’s success with the internship program due to STEM engagement and community involvement by NSWC PCD’s Educational Outreach Coordinator, Ed Linsenmeyer.

A Defense Department proposal submitted to Congress, June 10, would create what Pentagon officials called a “blended defined benefit and defined contribution” military retirement system.

Pentagon spokesman, Army Col. Steve Warren, told reporters that the proposal includes elements the department believes are necessary to promote retention, to maintain the all-volunteer force, and to protect service members who retire due to disability.

“The department carefully reviewed proposals offered by the Military Compensation and Retirement Modernization Commission as well as Congress,” Warren said. “And in crafting its final recommendation, the department considered all elements of current and potential retirement plans and built a blended system

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The Look of Fatherly Love How odd, I thought. I had assumed that my question – a common one between expectant “Do you want a boy or girl?” I parents – would prompt him to asked, lazing in bed, seven months compare and contrast the experipregnant on a Saturday morn- ences he might have raising a son ing. Francis, my husband of fif- or daughter. Would he want to fish teen months, lay beside me while with his son? Throw baseballs in we both gazed through the lace the yard? Or would he prefer to be sheers billowing over our bed- called into his daughter’s room for room window at the sun-soaked tea parties? But instead, Francis Cypress tree in our little Fort Ord expressed his preference for a boy back yard. or a girl based solely upon which Without the early morning re- one might compliment his physisponsibilities that a baby would cal appearance. soon bring to our weekends, we “What do you mean, you’d look were free to lie around for hours, good carrying a girl around?” I listening to the birds chirp and hoped that this man I thought I wondering what our life might knew, with his arm draped posbring. sessively over my swollen belly, On rainy days, we rolled from was not a closet narcissist intent our bed to the living room couch, on using his offspring as wardrobe watching old movies late into the accessories. afternoon in sweatpants and slip“You know what I mean,” he pers, only running out for popcorn plainly retorted, as if everyone and take out. On sunny week- who has answered that question ends, we’d maybe get up and go thought first of their appearance, on a hike in Big Sur, stopping at a “when I imagine being a father, I local restaurant for fresh Monterey see myself walking around with Bay squid steaks or at our friends’ a little girl wearing pink booties house near Lover’s Point for cook- and a lace bonnet and all that.” outs.

He went on to describe how other We believed that working all people might see him in public, week entitled us to self-indulgent and think, “Oh, look how cute weekends, and we had no idea that Dad is over there carrying his that, after less than two years of sweet little baby girl.” marriage, having a baby would I listened, trying desperately to strip us of that luxury for good. understand Francis’ point of view, “Well,” Francis responded after but I was worried. Are we too selfa pause to imagine our future as ish to be parents? parents, “I think I’d look good car“It’s a boy!” the obstetrician rying a girl around.” yelled two months later. A nine-

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Francis didn’t notice that I looked like I’d been hit by a Mack Truck, and I was oblivious to the fact that he was wearing the same spit-upstained sweatshirt for three days in a row. We were too caught up in the sheer wonder of the little bundle of ten toes and ten fingers we’d created to care.

The rest of the world simply melted away.

Francis got his baby girls a few years later, but he never mused about what his children made him look like again.

Now don’t get me wrong, Francis never completely gave up his interest in his physical appearance. He still checks himself out in shop windows, turning to the side to sneak a peek at his tush. He’s still demands to be photographed when he’s feeling particularly dapper. On the dance floor, he still plays to the crowd and forgets that he’s supposed to be dancing with me. But now that Francis is a dad, his responsibility to our family is his top priority.

And I must admit, fatherhood looks pretty damned good on him.

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TIME FOR CHANGE IS NOW Joint Women’s Leadership Symposium focuses on progress and possibilities

The symposium focuses on opportunities for women throughout the military while also exploring options for the future.

By MC3 Katarzyna Kobiljak Navy Public Affairs Support Element West

SAN DIEGO, CALIF.

The Sea Service Leadership Association (SSLA), a national nonprofit organization dedicated to the mentorship and development of military leaders, hosted a women’s symposium June 11-12 in San Diego to discuss current issues for women in the military.

The 28th Annual Joint Women’s Leadership Symposium, which welcomed more than 750 attendees – men and women, focused on opportunities for women while exploring options for the future.

Lt. Cmdr. Rosie Goscinski, SSLA’s president, kicked off the two-day event by asking all present members to take a “selfie.” She then took a “groupie” of everybody taking a “selfie.” The audience erupted in laughter.

The theme of the symposium was “Progress and Possibilities: Embrace Our Future Now” and included discussion forums, question-and-answer panels, interactive workshops, and multiple military and civilian speakers.

The SSLA Chairwoman of the Board of Directors, Rear Adm. Cari B. Thomas of the U.S. Coast Guard, was the first guest speaker.

“Last year when we were in Norfolk, an E-9 who worked for me, came up to me after the conference and told me that it was the most uncomfortable he has ever felt when he walked into a room full of women,” Thomas said. “When I asked him why he felt like that, he said ‘he had never walked in a room so full of women before.’ And, I said to him, ‘now you know what it feels like master chief.’”

Thomas encouraged the audience to take time and to learn from each other’s experiences and struggles and to allow ourselves to be imperfect and supportive of one another.

Chief of the Naval Personnel Vice Adm. Bill Moran followed Thomas as the next guest speaker. He walked on stage and took a “selfie” with the audience before starting his speech.

“I just want you to know, I am really un-

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Chief of Naval Personnel Vice Adm. Bill Moran speaks with Explosive Ordinance Disposal officer Lt. Cmdr. Sarah Turse during the Sea Service Leadership Association’s 28th annual Joint Women’s Leadership Symposium.

comfortable,” said Moran. “This is a very intimidating crowd.”

Moran shared the intimidation and the overwhelming feeling from the gender minority by asking the men at the symposium to stand up.

“The percentage of females in the military is 17.8,” said Moran. “You are such a key component in today’s military.”

Moran stressed the importance of diversity in the military – whether gender, race, background or geographic – and the necessity to move forward and become an even more successful military. He encouraged the women to engage in conversation with leaders present at the symposium.

“We need to hear from you,” said Moran.

“We can’t solve our challenges, and we can’t look into the future without your input.”

Before closing, Moran discussed last year’s conference where women spoke about challenges they had met. He explained that leadership listened to their concerns and are working to implement changes in current policies.

“Our single biggest challenge in today’s Navy, and it is probably the truth with all the services, is that we have powerful, wonderful women joining our service, but then you all leave,” said Moran. “I need your help to understand why.”

According to Moran, lower retention rates of females in the military have led to fewer women in high-ranking positions. He further said that it is time to change, so we can have more of women’s perspectives on certain issues.

“Leadership is listening now,” said Moran.

After the military panel, civilian guest speakers shared their experiences and best practices and talked about overcoming the barriers many women may encounter.

Gayle Tzemach Lemmon, author of two New York Times best-sellers, said people want to know the struggles and the reality of life facing women in the military.

“Woman can be heroes too,” said Lemmon.

During an intermission, women spoke to one another about the symposium and the ideas they would like to share with leadership.

“It is nice to know you are not the only one going through the struggles you face in day-to-day military life,” said Information Systems Technician 1st Class Annette Yap, from Littoral Combat Ship Crew 201.

Yap said it makes her feel good to know that somebody is listening to the problems women in the military encounter and that she appreciates the support from both military and civilian counterparts.

“This symposium lets me interact with women from other branches of the military,” said Coast Guard Petty Officer 2nd Class Flor Joseph.

Army Maj. Marie Gutierrez said this was her first time at the symposium and she liked the concept. She also said she knows the hardship of being a woman in the military and the expectation of proving one’s self to her male counterparts.

“Women in the military are expected to do everything as well as men but also backward and in high heels,” said Gutierrez.

Many women who attended the symposium raised concern about equal opportunity and a lack of opportunity to join special operations.

“A lot of people don’t realize our potential,” said Marine Sgt. Victoria Poland. “I would like to see more equal opportunity for females, because we are capable of doing everything that males can do, maybe differently, maybe not the same way, but we are capable of getting the job done.”

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LGBT Pride Month celebrated at JBPHH

By MCC Barry Hirayama Navy Public Affairs Support Element Detachment Hawaii

PEARL HARBOR

A military-wide seminar celebrating Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual and Transgender (LGBT) Pride Month was held at Hickam Memorial Theater on Joint Base Pearl Harbor-Hickam (JBPHH), June 10.

Approximately 100 service members and their family members attended the seminar, which featured remarks from guest speaker Rear Adm. Rick Williams, commander of Navy Region Hawaii, and several members of the JBPHH LGBT planning committee.

The seminar was also the first of its kind, recognizing LGBT Pride Month on JBPHH. “It makes me happy to see such a sizeable group of individuals attending our seminar today, because it’s a reflection of the respect our community has for diversity, inclusion and equal opportunity,” said Williams. “It’s important that we remember to celebrate this kind of individuality every day, and not just on one day of the year or for one month of the year.

It’s a major part of our community mentality, where people from all backgrounds are treated with dignity and respect.”

Williams’ remarks touched on the impact that LGBT Pride Month continues to have on teamwork and equality across all military branches, and commended those individuals who help make LGBT awareness not just a success, but a touchstone of our nation’s military.

“LGBT awareness and equality in our military proves that we’re leading by example,” said Williams. “It shows that members of the LGBT community are being judged by the quality of their work, and not by their sexual orientation or their ideals.

It’s both our military and civic responsibility to support that.”

At the conclusion of Williams’ speech, five members of the JBPHH LGBT planning committee took turns reading President Barack Obama’s proclamation for LGBT Pride Month, which points out the contributions made by LGBT Americans in promoting equal rights to all, regardless of sexual orientation or gender identity.

“It was a real honor for me to speak to the LGBT community, because events like this celebrate who people are and celebrates their individuality,” said Air Force Staff Sgt. Nicole Harley, a member of the JBPHH LGBT planning committee. “We’ve come such a long way since the repeal, when before military members had to hide who they really were just for the opportunity to serve. Having the opportunity now to serve and be who we are without fear of prejudice is a real blessing for me.”

The month of June is officially recognized by the U.S. military as a time to honor and respect the historic passing of the Don’t Ask, Don’t Tell Repeal Act on Dec. 22, 2010, which allowed members of the LGBT community to serve in the U.S. military without fear of prejudice or discrimination.

MC2 Jeff Troutman Members of the Joint Base Pearl Harbor-Hickam (JBPHH) Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual and Transgender (LGBT) planning committee read excerpts from President Barack Obama’s LGBT proclamation at Hickam Memorial Theater.

MCSN Andre T. Richard U.S. Naval Academy Midshipman Tasha Talbot, from Mattawa, Washington, gives a meteorology brief to Rear Adm. Ron Boxall, commander of the John C. Stennis Strike Group, during a Fleet Synthetic Training-Joint Exercise aboard USS John C. Stennis (CVN 74).

Stennis Strike Group completes fleet synthetic training-joint exercise

By MC3 Jonathan Jiang USS John C. Stennis Public Affairs

BREMERTON, WASH.

USS John C. Stennis (CVN 74) and John C. Stennis Strike Group (JCSSG) completed Fleet Synthetic Training-Joint Exercise (FST-J), June 5, while in their homeport of Bremerton, Washington.

The weeklong exercise saw JCSSG working together with Navy, Army, Marine Corps and Air Force elements, as well as foreign militaries to complete several simulated scenarios based on real-world events.

“It shows that we are smarter about what activities we must do at sea and what types of training we can simulate ashore,” said Rear Adm. Ron Boxall, commander, John C. Stennis Strike Group. “We get better training value overall and more bang for our underway buck because we will start at a higher level and theoretically should perform much better at sea.”

For seven days JCSSG staffs and units practiced planning and integrat-

MCSN Andre T. Richard Lt. Cmdr. Phil Petersen takes notes while standing the Flag Tactical Action Officer (TAO) watch in Tactical Force Command and Control (TFCC) during a Fleet Synthetic TrainingJoint Exercise aboard USS John C. Stennis (CVN 74).

ing the many ships and aircraft that make up the strike group, all in a virtual joint battlespace.

“FST-J increased our warfighting capabilities and positioned us to gain maximum benefit from follow-on integrated training and certification events, leading to maximum readiness for our upcoming deployment,” said Capt. Robert Chadwick, commodore of Destroyer Squadron (DESRON) 21, part of JCSSG. The exercise was run by Tactical Training Group Pacific (TACTRAGRUPAC), based in San Diego, and brought all participating assets from around the world together on a virtual network.

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lighted the importance of the striking power that we had,” said Capt. Richard Brophy, commander of Carrier Air Wing (CVW) 9, part of JCSSG. Representatives from TACTRAGRUPAC arrived on Stennis prior to the start of the exercise to install the necessary equipment to run the scenarios on Stennis’ combat systems.

“We can do it in the classroom, but this is on our ships, on our aircraft carrier, using the spaces that we will actually be using in our operations overseas,” said Boxall.

Now that the simulated exercise is complete, Stennis and JCSSG are ready for the next phase in pre-deployment training, Composite Training Unit Exercise, or COMPTUEX, where the whole strike group will be underway.

“Part of this exercise is to build understanding and trust,” said Boxall. “I am very proud of our ability to work together across all domains, to include the joint players. I think we are ready to safely and effectively start a solid advanced phase of training underway prior to deployment.”

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SECDEF CARTER, CHINESE OFFICIAL DISCUSS MILITARY RELATIONSHIP Defense Media Activity WASHINGTON

Defense Secretary Ash Carter met at the Pentagon, June 11, with Gen. Fan Changlong, vice chairman of China’s Central Military Commission, Defense Department officials reported.

In a statement summarizing the meeting, officials said Carter stressed his commitment to developing a sustained and substantive U.S.China military-to-military relationship based on a shared desire to deepen practical, concrete cooperation in areas of mutual interest, including humanitarian assistance and disaster response, peacekeeping, military medicine, counter-piracy, and constructive management of differences.

Carter and Fan exchanged views on key issues of mutual concern, officials said, including military-to-military

relations, regional security, and maritime issues, including land reclamation in the South China Sea. “Secretary Carter reiterated U.S. concerns on the South China Sea, and called on China and all claimants to implement a lasting halt on land reclamation, cease further militarization, and pursue a peaceful resolution of territorial disputes in accordance with international law,” the Pentagon statement said.

Carter also reaffirmed his commitment to reach consensus on the air-to-air annex to the Rules of Behavior for the Safety of Air and Maritime Encounters Memorandum of Understanding by September, officials said, explaining that this annex will reduce the risk of miscalculation or accidents when the two countries' aircraft operate in close proximity.

CNIC visit to NAF Atsugi reveals Navy shore priorities

By Sam Samuelson Naval Air Facility Atsugi Public Affairs

ATSUGI, JAPAN

Commander, Naval Installations Command (CNIC), Vice Adm. Dixon Smith, toured Naval Air Facility (NAF) Atsugi’s 1,250 acres of land and infrastructure, June 12, advancing CNIC’s role as the global provider of effective shore capability to sustain the fleet, enable the fighter and support the family.

CNIC is the ultimate administrator of the chief of naval operations’ (CNO) Navy shore investment guidance to ensure shore infrastructure is missionready, resilient, sustainable and in sync with the fleet.

“As our warfighting missions evolve, the Navy’s shore installations must continue to provide the platform to train and prepare our Sailors, deploy our ships and aircraft, and support our military families,” the CNO, Adm. Jonathan Greenert, stated in presenting his shore investment guidance strategy for 2015.

During the CNIC official visit, NAF Atsugi leadership, Sailors, employees and even residents were treated to an opportunity to showcase the base’s alignment with its region, Commander, Naval Forces Japan (CNFJ), and ultimately fulfilling CNIC’s “quality from the shore” vision.

Smith was accompanied

by CNIC staff leadership including Force Master Chief Andrew Thompson. Locally, Smith was hosted and escorted by Commander, Naval Forces Japan, Rear Adm. Matthew Carter, and CNFJ, Command Master Chief Joseph Fahrney. Smith also toured CNFJ bases in Yokosuka, Sasebo, Misawa and Okinawa, as well as paying a visit to the U.S. Embassy in Tokyo.

In six months, Smith has visited all overseas regions and a majority of bases in the CNIC enterprise beyond the shores of the U.S. In Japan, NAF Atsugi’s Commanding Officer, Capt. John Bushey, said he was proud to showcase the people and facilities on Atsugi and demonstrate everyone’s commitment to CNFJ and CNIC guiding principles.

“I am confident that the

leadership, Sailors, civilians, and Japanese civilian MLC’s (master labor contract) on board NAF Atsugi are mindful of the critical role we play in support of naval aviation and operations within the U.S. 7th Fleet area of operations and enhancing our alliance with Japan,” Bushey said. “We must continually demonstrate our understanding that the best quality fleet support starts with customer service. But with that, customer services is being ‘brilliant on the basics,’ making smart business decisions, fostering a culture of continuous improvement and being good stewards of the environment.

Our commitment in these areas will enhance our mission effectiveness as well as support the alliance we have with our host nation.”

During CNIC’s tour, Smith first paid courtesy calls on key Japan Maritime Self-Defense Force leaders, Fleet Air Force Chief of Staff, Rear Adm. Morita Yoshikazu, and Commander, Fleet Air Wing 4, Rear Adm. Tatsuya Futakawa.

As the day progressed, most key NAF Atsugi facilities and service areas, open parks and vital flight line locations were toured.

“This base is your home,” Smith said during a CNIC presentation. “Good housekeeping, sharp and squaredaway main gates, building entries, greetings areas enhances the base appearance and shows your customers – fleet, fighters and families – that you care about the customer service you provide.”

Ultimately, Smith lauded the leadership, Sailors, civilians and MLCs at NAF Atsugi.

“You should be proud of what you’re doing here at NAF Atsugi, especially in this strategic area – to not only serve your primary customers – but in enhancing the great relationship you have with your neighbors in your host nation,” he said.

CNIC is headquarters to 11 Navy Regions around the world, 70 shore installations and more than 52,000 officers, Sailors and civilian employees.

For more news from Naval Air Facility Atsugi, visit www. navy.mil/local/atsugi/.

Carter is pleased that Fan and Gen. Ray Odierno, Army chief of staff, will witness the signing the U.S.-China Army-to-Army Dialogue Mechanism framework document, June 12, the statement said. This framework will open a new channel for leaders in the two armies to raise and discuss issues of mutual concern, such as humanitarian assistance and disaster response practices, they added.

The two sides have agreed to renew efforts to account

DOD photo by U.S. Air Force Master Sgt. Adrian Cadiz Secretary of Defense Ash Carter welcomes Gen. Fan Changlong, vice chairman of China’s Central Military Commission, to the Pentagon, June 11. The two leaders met to discuss matters of mutual importance.

for missing U.S. military personnel in China, the statement said, noting that a 2008 agreement to search for in-

formation relating to U.S. military personnel missing in action before, during and after the Korean War will now

be expanded to include personnel from the World War II, the Cold War, the Korean War and the Vietnam War.

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Pearl Harbor survivor returns to Hawaii to rest at USS Utah Memorial

By MC3 Gabrielle Joyner Navy Public Affairs Support Element Detachment Hawaii

PEARL HARBOR

The ashes of Pearl Harbor survivor, retired Boatswain’s Mate 1st Class Michael Elkovics, were laid to rest in the surrounding waters of the USS Utah Memorial on Ford Island, Joint Base Pearl Harbor-Hickam (JBPHH), June 10.

In attendance were three of Elkovics’ grandsons, Michael, Brad, and Jason as well as their spouses, children and family friends. Jim Taylor, Pearl Harbor survivor liai-

son, gave remarks and Cmdr.

George Mendez, command chaplain of JBPHH, provided the benediction.

“It was my grandfather’s wish to rest here and as the oldest grandson, I wanted to make sure everything was the way he wanted it,” said Elkovics’ grandson, Robert Bradley Smith. “I was honored that I was here and that he was able to be here, and I appreciate the Navy for the opportunity.”

Elkovics was born Nov. 14, 1921, in Wallington, New Jersey. He joined the Navy in August 1940. He served

aboard USS St. Louis, a Cruiser, which was moored off Ford Island in berth F-11, on the morning of Dec. 7, 1941. St. Louis had just arrived at Pearl Harbor a few days prior.

According to Taylor, who told the story of that fateful morning, Michael was doing his laundry when the attack started. St. Louis was the first large ship to get out of the harbor that fateful morning.

“They [USS St. Louis] were credited with shooting down three Japanese planes that day,” said Taylor. “Michael stayed on the gun for

three days in anticipation of follow-up battles while the ship was at sea.”

Elkovics also served aboard USS Mt. Olympus and USS Magoffin during his Navy career. USS St. Louis earned 11 battle stars and Elkovics earned several honors for his service in the Navy.

He died Dec. 13, 2013, at the age of 93.

“Michael probably would have said he was not a hero, he was just doing his job,” said Taylor. “He would probably have said the real heroes are those that didn’t make it home. I personally disagree; Michael was indeed a hero.”

Michael Jason Smith, El-

MC2 Gabrielle Joyner Family members of Pearl Harbor survivor, retired Boatswain’s Mate 1st Class Michael Elkovics, lower his ashes into the water during an ash-scattering ceremony at the USS Utah Memorial on Ford Island, Joint Base Pearl Harbor-Hickam.

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“His stories and his life

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CHANCELLORSVILLE BRINGS NEWEST TECH TO 7TH FLEET

Family and friends bid farewell from the pier as the Ticonderogaclass guided missile cruiser USS Chancellorsville (CG 62) departs Naval Base San Diego, bound for Yokosuka, Japan, to join the forwarddeployed naval forces in the Western Pacific.

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students selected for internship Continued from B1 “Ed is very engaged with our community and these students talk with each other,” said Hulgan. “We look for interns starting at the sophomore in college level in hopes they will join our workforce after graduation.”

“I am fortunate to have many occasions to speak to undergraduate and graduate students about the opportunities offered by NREIP internships. Because of the very favorable experiences that our program provides to these students, they in turn become our best recruiters,” said Linsenmeyer. “Many of these young engineers are surprised that they are able to work on real DOD problems and that their contributions are valued by the engineering teams with which work during the summer.”

NREIP internships provide the opportunity for a young engineer to build his or her resume. We encourage our best interns to apply to the DOD SMART (Science, Mathematics and Research for Transformation) Scholarship for service,” said Linsenmeyer.

“Many of the SMART award recipients we have chosen have had NREIP experiences that contributed to their high rankings during the selection process.”

One example of such success is with now NSWC PCD MH-60S Test Lead (Code A25), Lauren Hawkins, who now supports the littoral combat ship mine countermeasure mission package integration effort and interned for five summers between 2006

and 2011.

“She began to intern with us several years ago back when we could accept high school students. Lauren interned with us as a junior in high school and now she is one of our employees,” said Hulgan. “She was a NREIP intern who was then accepted as a SMART Scholarship recipient and now she’s working with us.”

“During my internships I worked with a group of other interns on a design task. I performed the mechanical design work for a piece of support equipment or a test apparatus. I would generate CAD [Capability Analysis Document] models and drawings and capture the design in a report and presentation,” said Hawkins. “I selected NSWC PCD since I was a Panama City local. I was also very familiar with the mission of NSWC PCD since my father has been an employee here his entire career. He has greatly enjoyed his career. If I have half the fulfillment in my career that he has had, I would count myself very fortunate.”

Hawkins, who first interned as a high school student with NSWC PCD in 2006 and 2007, was part of the Summer Partnership Employment Program. In 2008 and 2010, she returned as a NREIP intern.

By the 2011 summer, she returned as a SMART Program intern.

“My sponsoring facility was NSWC PCD, so my employment here was automatic.

That program is an amazing deal, I couldn’t pass that opportunity up,” said Hawkins. “I started full time in June of 2012. I am the MH-60S integration test lead, which means I coordinate aircraft based test events for the Organic Airborne Mine Countermeasures (OAMCM) systems. This summer, I have an additional role of the LCS [littoral combat ship] logistics helicopter coordinator.”

JOINT STAFF ARTICLE DISCUSSES TRANSITION

By Jim Garamone DOD News, Defense Media Activity

WASHINGTON

Service members have the discipline, maturity and knowledge that employers clamor for, but that doesn’t mean transitioning to the civilian workforce is easy or doesn’t require work, said Army Col. James P. Isenhower III, who directs the joint chiefs of staff Office of Reintegration.

The reintegration office has been studying what transitioning service members need to do to achieve successful reintegration into civilian life, said Isenhower, who noted the office published its conclusions contained in a two-part article published June 10 and 11, in Task & Purpose.

“First and foremost, we realized that successful reintegration is an individual responsibility, one that requires understanding, planning and deliberate execution,” the report says.

Whether service members spend one tour on active duty or 40 years, transition to civilian life requires care and work, according to the report.

Transition requires a plan, according to Joint Staff officials. “A significant amount of your transition planning should be spent thinking through what you want to be and do, as a civilian,” officials said.

Also don’t be afraid to let people know you are a veteran, officials said.

Officials advise service members rehearse

their pitches. “Train for this life-changing event like you do for any military mission,” an official said.

Don’t be afraid to ask for help, officials said. Get a mentor in the civilian world.

That person can tell you what employers are looking for, how to adjust your resume and how to negotiate with potential employers.

Transitioning service members must manage their expectations. They are not owed a job just because they served in the military. Transitioning service members are going to have to earn their reputations in a new work environment just as they would in a unit.

Unit commanders also have responsibilities to transitioning service members, officials said. Commanders must hold service members responsible for planning the way forward.

Leaders are required to certify transitioning service members are career ready, officials said. If they are not, they need to direct them to agencies that can help.

Leaders should consider providing transitioning service members opportunities to attend civilian skill training programs before transition, officials noted.

Leaders also need to remember the role an effective transition plays in preserving our all-volunteer force. Helping transitioning service members set conditions for success out of uniform reinforces the value of military service,” officials said.

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place in Asian Pacific Continued from B1 The units participating in Silent Shark include the guided-missile cruiser USS Shiloh (CG 67), a Los Angeles-class fast-attack submarine, a Republic of Korea submarine, and several maritime control and reconnaissance aircraft from the U.S. and the Republic of Korea.

Silent Shark provides an opportunity to utilize submarine vs. submarine tracking and quick reaction simulated engagement as a means to maintain stability throughout the Western Pacific region.

The exercise will also enhance the Republic of Korean navy’s ability to recognize and exploit various tracking techniques.

The U.S. has participated in Silent Shark in the past to contribute to stability and security throughout the vital Asia-Pacific region.

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Plan enables diverse, increased recruitment Continued from B1 that – in the military judgment of the Department of Defense – best enables us to maintain the readiness of the all-volunteer force.”

Officials believe the proposal will help to give the department the flexibility it needs to manage the force into the future, the colonel said, while helping to ensure that 85 percent of service members will start long-term retirement savings.

Proposal highlights Highlights of the proposal include: ■ Creating a defined contribution element through the Thrift Savings Plan for service members.

■ DOD automatically contributing an amount equal to one percent of a service member’s basic pay to the Thrift Savings Plan account from entry into service through separation or retirement, with vesting after completion of two years of service and additional matching contributions of up to five percent of basic pay starting after completion of four years of service and continuing through separation or retirement.

■ Each service having the ability to offer a bonus, called Continuation Pay, to members with eight to 16 years of service, with each service setting the rate of Continuation Pay. “This change to a blended retirement system is a key step in modernizing the department’s ability to recruit, retain and maintain the talent we require of our future force,” Warren said. “We know that future service members will require more choice and flexibility in compensation and retirement.”

Attracting and managing the future force The proposal also provides additional options for attracting and managing a military force that requires ever-increasing, diverse and technical skill sets in an evolving global economy, he added.

Navy Lt. Cmdr. Nate Christensen, a Defense Department spokesman, said that under the plan, about 85 percent of service members who enter the force will receive some form of a portable retirement benefit.

Future service members would receive 80 percent of the current defined benefit – retirement pay, which effectively is a pension – if they serve for 20 years, and would have the opportunity to achieve nearly equivalent or better retirement benefits when they reach retirement age, he added.

“This plan enables us to recruit and retain our superb all-volunteer force in the 21st century,” Christensen said.

WESTERN PACIFIC OCEAN

The Ticonderoga-class guided-missile cruiser USS Chancellorsville (CG 62), and its crew of 350 Sailors entered the U.S. 7th Fleet area of responsibility (AOR), June 11.

Chancellorsville, the first Aegis Cruiser to be outfitted with Aegis Baseline 9, will enhance presence in the U.S. 7th Fleet AOR by conducting theater security cooperation engagements and maritime security operations while maintaining stability in the IndoAsia-Pacific region.

“Chancellorsville’s fundamental mission is to conduct prompt and sustained combat operations at sea,” said Capt.

Curt Renshaw, Chancellorsville’s commanding officer.

“The ship provides an agile, flexible, responsive and robust set of capabilities to the U.S. 7th Fleet AOR.” Chancellorsville will join U.S. 7th Fleet’s forward-deployed naval forces (FDNF) and will bring a host of new technological advancements and warfighting capabilities to the region.

“We have spent over one year preparing for our addition to U.S. 7th Fleet’s forwarddeployed naval forces [FDNF] Japan, and we are ready for whatever tasking comes our way,” said Renshaw. “That readiness is a reflection not only of the tremendous capabilities inherent in Aegis Baseline 9, but is also a testament to the hard work and positive attitude of the crew.”

Chancellorsville, having recently completed a detailed modernization and testing program, has the Navy’s most advanced air and missile defense system. It will be the first forward-deployed ship to have the latest version, Aegis Baseline 9, of the Aegis Weapon System, a computer-based system for defending a carrier strike group against air and missile attacks.

The Baseline 9 upgrades installed on board include an overall Aegis Weapon System upgrade coupled with an improved Cooperative Engagement Capability, a more robust surface to air missile capability, the AN/SPQ-9B integrated for anti-missile defense, AN/ SQQ-89A(V)15 sonar system upgrades, and a gun weapon system upgrade that includes installation of two 5 inch (127 mm) .62-caliber gun mounts, the Electro-Optical Sighting System and the MK 160 Fire Control System.

Chancellorsville is a multimission air warfare, undersea warfare, naval surface fire support and surface warfare combatant ship capable of supporting carrier strike groups, amphibious forces, or of operating independently and as flagships of surface action groups.

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Lori Strickland

757-570-9823

Edgewood at Belleharbour $199,900

Timberlake

757-418-1957

$225,000

The Vineyards

Oakwood Park

$309,900

$409,900

757-639-4968

$271,900

757-288-8883

$224,900

Cristy Garcia-Kramer

Larchmont

Cypress Cove

757-472-9800

$249,900

757-681-1681

$210,000

Shauna Lane

Stacie Powell

LeAnn Amory-Wallace

Merrimac Point

757-536-9513

$199,000

River Pointe

757-478-3454

$189,900

Campostella

757-377-1712

$185,000

757-453-4102

The Orgains

Sissy Kilpatrick

Kathy Worthen

Carney Park

$176,424

$146,000

Lori Navarro

757-277-5585

$205,000

Kathy Worthen

Norvie Ramos

One owner custom built home over looks Courtyard Park. 5 bedrooms, 4.5 baths, covered front and back porch.

757-617-9941

Newer ranch on large corner lot. Features new flooring and paint. Large fenced back yard with patio and deck. 3 bedrooms, 2 full baths.

2005, 3 bedrooms, bonus room and 2.5 bath.

All new beautiful wood, ceramic and carpet up.

New stainless appliances. Large privacy fenced corner lot!

South Norfolk

Westhaven

$240,900

One-level condo on the Elizabeth River. Deep water, boat slip included. Dock your boat on private pier outside your condo balcony.

Wonderful 3 bedroom, 2.5 bath condo in a gated community for adults 55+ with master bedroom on first floor. Large kitchen with lots of cabinets.

757-675-2326

Nelms Ridge

This home have all the must haves! 4 bedrooms, 3.5 baths, deck, patio, and extra room to grow, close to shopping, bases and parks.

Lovely Cape Cod in sought-after neighborhood! 4 bedrooms, 2 full tiled baths, grand family room with built-ins. Great 2-level deck and landscaped yard!

Mila Gatchalian

$289,000

Spacious, updated 3 bedroom/2.5 bath home with vaulted ceilings and tons of light. Open floor plan. Two large masters, one on 1st floor.

Close to bases, shopping and beach. Top rated schools!

Sherri Beeckler 757-434-0645

Beautiful updated contemporary 4 bedroom, 2.5 bath. 1st floor master bedroom with bath.

New kitchen, baths and more. Privacy fence. In cul-de-sac.

Stunning oak wood floors to be installed and your choice of 55” flat screen or garage door opener with full price offer! Nice details, open plan and space in a park like setting.

Contemporary 3 bedroom, 2 bath home with first floor master, fireplace, covered porch, wood beam cathedral ceiling, privacy fence, deck, great location!

Woods of Piney Grove

Cradock

757-589-5199

$159,900

Georgetown Condominium, $152,000

Beautiful 4 bedroom home with hardwood floors, double pane windows, new countertops, huge yard plus new driveway.

Beautiful all brick Condo in waterfront community. Updated kitchen with new cherry cabinets and granite counters.

Shauna Lane

Robert Young

Ken Cuffy

757-478-3454

$134,900

Birdella Estates

757-536-9513

Old world charm in the heart of Historic Cradock. New fully renovated kitchen, original hardwood floors, 3 bedrooms, 3 baths. Think new, crisp, clean and classic!

Lake Shores

$164,900

757-288-8883

Southside

757-876-5411

$122,360

Highland Biltmore

757-593-4712

$105,000

Pinetta

757-332-0991

$179,000

Brick ranch with 2 bedrooms and 1 bath. Hardwood floors, has been freshly painted, garage converted to a family room. Large fenced-in back yard.

Sissy Kilpatrick

Camellia Acres

757-288-8883

$149,900

Located near the Norfolk bases, Botanical Gardens and the Chesapeake Bay. The perfect home for the first time buyer. Updates galore. Large front and back yards! New roof and heating and air. Hardwood floors. Rates are low! Call/text now.

Emma Bertok 757-404-3929

Gloucester

$65,000

Wonderful first floor end unit condo on the water. Cathedral ceilings, skylights, fireplace, 2 large bedrooms with walk-in closets, huge deck.

Great location!

Great 3 bedroom, 1 bath, 1, 224 square foot brick-front ranch located close to mass transit! Porch, utility room, solar hot water heater, storm doors and so much more!

Renovated ranch located on a corner lot with a wonderful backyard. Newer appliances, new roof installed in 2014. Move in ready!

Wooded buildable acreage in desirable Gloucester, country living, 3 bedrooms, clear stream.

Bette Bartz

Tony London

Gayle Lynch

Sandra Jackson Lewis

757-373-8969

757-729-0804

757-285-1205

804-832-8600

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Final part of stormwater series The four-part series contained everyday habits that residents can adopt to prevent pollution from stormwater runoff and to protect our local waterways.

Âť see C2 S E C T I O N C | F L AG S H I P N E W S . C O M | 0 6 . 18 . 15 Ebony Branch, a native of New Orleans who now lives in Gates County, North Carolina, poses with a crawďŹ sh during the opening of last yearâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Bayou Boogaloo at Town Point Park.

TIME FOR SOME

CRAWFISH Bayou Boogaloo Music and Cajun Food Festival provides New Orleans-style food, music

This year, festival guests are in for a real treat as they ďŹ nd more than 8,000 pounds of live crawďŹ sh straight from Louisiana boiled up with corn and potatoes throughout the weekend.

online The music line-up this year has national recording artists playing the best jazz, zydeco and jamminâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; tunes ever.

Visit http://bit. ly/1GrfPoe for details.

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NORFOLK

LOCAL TEACHER, PASTOR, DANCER WRITES BOOK

By Yiorgo Contributing Writer

â&#x20AC;&#x153;My Husband Sleeps with Socks â&#x20AC;&#x201C; A Love Storyâ&#x20AC;? by Alicia Dudley. What a catchy title for a book, I thought, as I came across it at a colleagueâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s table. I asked if I could peruse it. I could not put it down.

Funny and thought provoking, I decided to search out the author since it was apropos for Fatherâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Day. Alicia Dudley is one of our own, living in Hampton and teaching at Hampton High School. She co-pastors with her husband Pastor Thomas E. Dudley Sr., at the New Generation Fellowship Kingdom Building Ministry in Hampton.

Mrs. Dudley is the liturgical-praise dance founder, director and choreographer for the HVC Community Choir Dance Company and Praise Dance School. She uses her dance company to minister throughout the U.S. and the world.

Yiorgo: Where have you ministered internationally?

Alicia Dudley: We have been very blessed to spread Godâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s message of Love, Hope and Salvation with our community choir and dance school to such diverse places as: Bermuda, Bahamas, Brazil, China, Jamaica and Germany.

Y: And now you have become an author. Why did you decide to write this book?

AD: I wanted to share our story and to show other couples that there are successful marriages; couples very much in love with each other, who are together in ministry and make a difference in their community not just their personal lives.

Love at ďŹ rst sight is possible if you are willing to work for it. We got to know each other as people. In preparation for our marriage my then ďŹ ancĂŠ now husband, bought a house for me to live in while he was still living with his mother. That was unheard of. It spoke a lot to my family that he would do that.

A lot of my family members were not married but they started to do so because of us.

Our book has spoken to that. Our life is a testament. On my husbands side of the family as well many of them have gotten married and turned their life to ministry. Our life was speaking volumes to others without us realizing it.

Y: You have two beautiful children Tedii and Thomiah and they speak highly of both of you as their personal role models.

AD: We are very blessed. They have come to know the Lord and profess his word. I love my husband so much that I named both of my children after my husband.

Y: I love the way that you take such topics as: courting, wedding, marriage, relationships, family, careers, God,

Courtesy photo Alicia Dudley is the liturgical-praise dance founder, director and choreographer for the HVC Community Choir Dance Company and Praise Dance School.

life and so much more, you give wise guidance and council on what needs to happen in oneâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s life in order to have a loving successful marriage and then you compare each one of them to a pair of socks!

AD: Thank you! I thought it was a catchy title. My husband has always worn his socks in bed and that got me thinking about life, relationships and so much more. I was at a homecoming service for a friend who had passed away and one of the speakers spoke about wearing socks and without giving the book away it all tied in beautifully.

Y: I cannot recommend this book enough. It is a must read, a companion to our everyday living and sharing the word of God. Where can people order the book?

AD: Thank you for the kind words.

The book can be ordered on line at Amazon or Kendle, at http://www. amazon.com/My-Husband-SleepsWith-Socks/dp/1942013167.

Norfolkâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s annual Louisiana inspired unique experience commences June 19 through June 21, at Town Point Park on the Downtown Norfolk Waterfront. The 26th Annual Bayou Boogaloo Music & Cajun Food Festival is Norfolkâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s annual love-fest with Louisiana.

This ever popular 3-day festival delivers the heart and soul of Louisiana in true Cajun and Creole style.

Purchase your 3-day weekend pass or daily admission tickets in advance at the new www.festevents.org website.

Straight out of the Bayou, 13 regional and national recording artists provide diverse cultural musical entertainment on two separate stages. Starting Friday night, June 19, each stage will eccentrically bring a crazy and utterly joyous mix of musical forms and ďŹ&#x201A;avors from blues to rock to gritty funk and soul. Get ready as these artists are sure to get your hands clapping, feet steppinâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;, and heart pumping throughout the entire weekend.

Norfolk Festevents is bringing seven nationally known chefs straight from New Orleans to Norfolk to serve up the heart and soul of Louisiana food â&#x20AC;&#x201C; dish by dish. There will be Chef inspired dishes on site for Bayou guests to indulge in, such as Ms. Lindaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s famous Ya-Ka-Mein, Chef Woodyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s ďŹ sh tacos, Cajun Creole style soul food by Chef Curtis Moore, and Chef Jerry Harkinsâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; BBQ shrimp. Festival guests are in for a real treat as they ďŹ nd more than 8,000 pounds of live crawďŹ sh straight from Louisiana boiled up with corn and potatoes throughout the weekend, as well as jambalaya, seafood gumbo, crawďŹ sh etouffee, turtle soup with alligator sauce picant, Poâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; Boy sandwiches, alligator, muffuletta, andouille sausage, chargrilled oysters and beignets. Nothing says New Orleans like the uniquely delicious delicacies and distinctive ďŹ&#x201A;avor of Cajun & Creole cuisine!

The remarkably successful Arts Market of New Orleans is back for its ninth year and features 22 of the top artists from the Louisiana artist community. Boogalooers will have the chance to meet the artists who will be on-site selling their art and sharing their stories.

This is a great opportunity to buy one-of-a-kind artwork that represents the essence of New Orleans. What better way to learn about that amazing city than to talk with and support her residents. Take your own little trip to New Orleans without leaving Virginia and laissez les bons temps rouler!

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Kayaking in First Landing State Park â&#x2013; â&#x2013; â&#x2013; â&#x2013;

When: June 20, 9 a.m.

Where: First Landing Park Cost: $50 For more information, call: 480-1999 or visit www. kayaknaturetours.net/registration-form.php Come out and enjoy the sandy beaches of Broad Bay at First Landing State Park with Kayak Nature Tours. We often spot osprey, egret, heron and if weâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re lucky a pair of nesting bald eagles! This kayak paddle is fun for the whole family. Advanced registration is required.

Musician Lindsey Stirling comes to Portsmouth

COMEDIAN JEFF ROSS HITS NORFOLK

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By Yiorgo

When: June 20, 7 p.m.

Where: nTelos Wireless Pavilion, Portsmouth â&#x2013; Cost: $25-$89.50 â&#x2013; For more information, visit: nteloswirelesspavilion.shop.ticketstoday.com Lindsey Stirling is one of the biggest artist development breakthrough stories in recent years. A classically trained violinist from Gilbert, Arizona, Lindsey has entered a futurist world of electronic big beats and animation, leaping through the music industry with over 675 million views on YouTube, Billboard chart-topping hits and sold out tours worldwide. Lindseyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s self-titled debut album featured twelve original tracks; including the viral smash â&#x20AC;&#x153;Crystallize,â&#x20AC;? which has racked up over 97 million YouTube views. The album has sold over 350,000 copies in the U.S. without the backing of a major label, and has gone platinum in Germany and gold in Poland and Switzerland.

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He is here and the NorVaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s got him! Donald Trump himself calls him the â&#x20AC;&#x153;One-Man Verbal Assault Unit.â&#x20AC;? I am off course referring to the one and only Jeff Ross. Jeff is set to bring his own warped sense of humor to the NorVa Theatre in Norfolk, June 19th.

Jeff is the creator and star of â&#x20AC;&#x153;The Burn With Jeff Rossâ&#x20AC;? on Comedy Central, as well as the producer and star of Comedy Centralâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s, â&#x20AC;&#x153;Comedy Central Roasts.â&#x20AC;? Recently crowned Roastmaster General, he has roasted some of the biggest names in the industry such as: James Franco, Joan Rivers, Hugh Hefner, Pamela Anderson, Jerry Stiller, Drew Carey, Shaquille Oâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;Neal, David Hasselhoff, Charlie Sheen, Justin Bieber and Donald Trump.

The New York Times considers Jeff, â&#x20AC;&#x153;an heir apparent to such oldschool masters as Buddy Hackett and Rodney DangerďŹ eld.â&#x20AC;?

Jeff himself has stated that, â&#x20AC;&#x153;I never planned on making fun of people for a living. It happened by accident. In fact, my whole life has been a series of happy and not-sohappy accidents that have transformed me into the black belt in busting balls that I am today. I like being known as the meanest man in comedy, but I must admit that itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s a blessing and a curse. Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s not a

Great Dismal Swamp Safari â&#x2013; â&#x2013;

When: June 19, 9:30 a.m. â&#x2013; Where: Suffolk Visitor Center Cost: $8-$10 â&#x2013; For more information, call: 514-4130 The Great Dismal Swamp is anything but dismal. The narrated Swamp Safari, one of Suffolkâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s most popular attractions, ďŹ lls up quickly. This four-hour tour is led by a biologist specializing in the unique habitat of the Great Dismal. Learn about the history, lore, vegetation and wildlife with this adventure that includes a brief walk to Lake Drummond. Sunscreen, insect repellent, comfortable clothes and shoes are recommended. A small snack and beverage is provided. This tour is not recommended for very small children. Reservations are required and cancellations are expected no less than 48 hours prior to scheduled tour.

bad way to make a living, but every now and then somebody wants to kill me.â&#x20AC;?

Jeffâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s versatility has allowed him to branch out in such dramatic TV seriesâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; as CBSâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s CSI, HBOâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Six Feet Under, and Showtimeâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Weeds. Also, he was recently seen in the comedy, â&#x20AC;&#x153;The Wedding Ringerâ&#x20AC;? with Kevin Hart and Josh Gad and also appeared in last yearâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s, â&#x20AC;&#x153;Flock of Dudesâ&#x20AC;? with Chris Dâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;Elia.

Not afraid to push the boundaries, Jeffâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s most recent special aired June 13, where he took his sense of humor inside prisons with his special, â&#x20AC;&#x153;Jeff Ross Roasts Criminals: Live at Brazos County Jail.â&#x20AC;?

Jeff stars in his own stand-up DVD, â&#x20AC;&#x153;Jeffrey Ross: No Offense,â&#x20AC;? as well as an award-winning documentary about his time entertaining U.S. troops in Iraq, â&#x20AC;&#x153;Patriot Act: A Jeffrey Ross Home Movie.â&#x20AC;?

Jeffâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s writing credits include the screenplay, â&#x20AC;&#x153;The Comedian,â&#x20AC;? co-written with Art Linson and the book, â&#x20AC;&#x153;I Only Roast The Ones I Love,â&#x20AC;? published by Simon & Schuster.

Jeff divides his time between New York, Los Angeles, and the road. And on June 19, that road will lead him to our very own NorVa. It is a show guaranteed to please and insult every member of the audience in only the way that Jeff can.

stormwater | part 4 of 4

Preventing pollution from our use, disposal of household chemicals NAVFAC Mid-Atlantic

This article serves as the ďŹ nal part of a four articleseries on everyday habits that residents can adopt to prevent pollution from stormwater runoff and to protect our local waterways. We hope you found this article series informative and can incorporate some of the pollution prevention techniques!

Stormwater pollution results when precipitation such as rain or snowmelt runs over surfaces picking up pollutants like pesticides, fertilizers, construction site sediments, pet waste, litter, etc. These pollutants can signiďŹ cantly degrade

water quality and threaten aquatic, wildlife and human health. In addition, stormwater pollution impacts our drinking water supplies and use of waterways for recreational activities such as swimming, ďŹ shing or boating.

Runoff from our lawns, rooftops, and driveways enter into the storm drain system.

This system discharges directly to nearby streams, lakes, and bays without receiving treatment. Because of this, it is important for us to prevent pollutants from being washed into these storm drains from our use and disposal of household chemicals.

When household chemi-

cals are either accidentally washed into a storm drain or intentionally dumped outside and drain into the stormwater system, it is referred to as an â&#x20AC;&#x153;illicit discharge.â&#x20AC;? Common examples of the materials that lead to household illicit discharges include: â&#x2013; Paint and paint thinner â&#x2013; Motor oil and gasoline â&#x2013; Antifreeze â&#x2013; Fertilizer, herbicides, and pesticides â&#x2013; Bleach, solvents and cleaners â&#x2013; Swimming pool chemicals and chlorinated water The everyday products that we use can be very harmful if not stored, used, and disposed

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If you have products that are no longer needed that contain hazardous materials, it is important to properly dispose of them. Never dispose of them outside, allowing them to enter a storm drain because the stormwater runoff is not treated before ďŹ&#x201A;owing into our nearby waterways. Many of these materials should also not be placed in the trash because this could lead to groundwater contamination as the materials leak from a landďŹ ll.

Some tips and facts about household hazardous waste include: â&#x2013; As little as one quart of

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motor oil can contaminate millions of gallons of water. â&#x2013; Used motor oil can be rereďŹ ned into re-usable lubricating oil. Reprocessing one gallon of used motor oil and burning it as fuel generates enough electricity to power everything in your home for a day. â&#x2013; Donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t rinse paint brushes outside where the rinse water can enter the stormwater system. Clean water-based paint brushes in the sink and oil-based paint brushes by using paint thinner. If possible try to use water based paints! â&#x2013; Keep paints and solvents in sealed containers where they cannot become pollutants. â&#x2013; Recycle all unused paints at local Hazardous Waste

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All materials should be used and disposed of in accordance with manufacturer speciďŹ cations. The best way to dispose of household chemicals is to take them to a local hazardous waste recycling center or to participate in a local waste collection event.

Visit www.AskHRGreen. org to learn about local waste recycling efforts here in Hampton Roads and more you can do to prevent stormwater pollution.

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PETER SOBOTTA

With a sixfight winning streak and a relative home game in Berlin on Saturday, there’s reason for optimism for 28-yearold Peter Sobotta, whose last defeat came nearly five years ago against Amir Sadollah.

A changed man

By Thomas Gerbasi UFC.com

Before the work in the gym starts and the fists and feet start flying, it’s just Peter Sobotta and the forest at home in Balingen, Germany. It’s a time to run, yet beyond the physical, it’s an important few minutes alone to get the mental part of his game right.

“I just clear my mind,” he said. “It’s just me and the forest track. I enjoy the nature, the fresh air and I visualize how the fight is going to go. I imagine my hand getting raised.”

With a six-fight winning streak, a relative home game in Berlin on June 13, and a UFC newcomer in Steven Kennedy as his opponent, there’s reason for optimism for the 28-year-old, whose last defeat came nearly five years ago against Amir Sadollah. Since then, Sobotta did some tweaking of his approach to all aspects of his game, and he hasn’t looked back.

“After my first run in the UFC that didn’t go the way I expected it to go, I was without a win in almost four years, so obviously I had a lot of soul searching to do,” he said. “I needed to read just my attitude towards fighting and what I wanted to do inside the cage.

So I worked with some great people in that area and did a lot of research on the mental aspect of competing myself.

The plus in experience of course helps as well, but I’d go as far and say that I’m a completely different fighter now, because I approach the game differently.”

That goes for training as well, as he hopes to put the injuries that have plagued him in the past to the side once and for all.

“The debate of training hard versus training smart has been a hot topic in recent weeks, especially with the long injuries to key fighters and champions like Cain Velasquez or Khabib Nurma-

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gomedov,” Sobotta said. “I’ve grown up with the Eastern European mentality of ‘the harder you train, the better you are prepared.’ This is how I had been training for the first years of my career. After ten years in the game, you just need to adjust. You have to take a break at the right time. Get in your massages and your rest. When I’m too tired after a brutal week of training, every once in a while I’ll drop the eleventh or twelfth session that week. Now this won’t rule out injuries altogether, as it is still a combat sport and you need to train hard to have that edge in the fight, but I definitely listen to my body more than in the past.”

The result? Sobotta says he’s a completely different fighter, and he’s looked like it, with five consecutive wins – all via first-round submission – leading to an invite back to the UFC, where he had gone 0-3 from 2009-2010. The pressure was on for Sobotta against unbeaten Polish prospect Pawel Pawlak last May in Berlin, but he delivered, winning a three-round unanimous decision to notch his first Octagon victory.

“I had won a lot of fights outside of the UFC, but that first win inside the Octagon had eluded me up until that point,” Sobotta said. “It was almost like a demon I needed to conquer in order to unleash my full potential and come full circle as a martial artist. If I had not won that fight, I’d still have the feeling of being unaccomplished.”

With the demon of a winless UFC record vanquished, Sobotta can move

on in his career and approach the next mountain to climb. That mountain was supposed to be Brazil’s Sergio Moraes, but when Moraes was injured recently and forced to withdraw from the bout, Australian veteran Kennedy stepped in.

“I would be lying if I said the change of opponent doesn’t change my approach,” Sobotta admits. “I’ve been preparing for an opponent, who, for the first time in my career, was at least on paper better than me on the ground, so I was training to escape a lot of bad positions. In Kennedy, I’m now facing someone who is more of an all-round fighter like myself. This is actually great for my training, because it shakes up my routine and allows me to train some different things as well.”

The words “opponent change” and “great” usually don’t go together in prizefighting, especially on short notice, but that Sobotta can take such a positive stance on it shows how mature he is as a fighter. To be 28 years old at the same time this fighting maturity has arrived is a bonus.

“I’m now in the game for ten years and the sport has taken me all around the globe,” he said. “I have the structures to train and prepare professionally at my own gym Planet Eater and I am blessed to have a team around me that is much more than “just” teammates – these guys are family to me. I am very happy to have that kind of support and that will allow for a peak performance in Berlin.”

Busch makes late lead stand up at rainy Michigan

By Rick Minter Universal Uclick

With persistent rains threatening to end Sunday’s (June 14) Quicken Loans 400 at Michigan International Speedway at almost any time once the race passed the halfway mark, the race turned into a high-speed version of musical chairs. Kurt Busch found himself in the winning spot when the rain began falling so hard that the race was stopped for good after just 138 of the scheduled 200 laps.

It was his second win of the season, his third at Michigan and the 27th of his career.

For much of the weekend, it didn’t seem as if Busch would be among the major players at the finish. During opening practice session, June 12, he backed his No. 41 Chevrolet into the wall, forcing his team, led by veteran crew chief Tony Gibson, to start all over with a backup car.

Busch qualified 24th, but Gibson and the team’s engineers and mechanics continued to work on the car through the morning of June 14.

“It was probably a fifthto eighth-place car, and then overnight we kind of worked on it a little bit more,” Gibson said in the winners’ interview.

But his real challenge was coming up with a strategy that would have Busch in position to challenge for the win, whenever the checkered flag fell.

“We were just guessing on the weather,” Gibson said.

“Looking at the weather, we knew it was going to be rain off and on.”

When the sun was shining,

Kevin Harvick appeared to have the fastest car, but on a late pit stop, the valve in his right-front tire was cut, forcing another trip to pit road that put him out of contention for the win.

On the race’s final restart, Chris Heroy, crew chief for Kyle Larson, took a big gamble that rain was imminent and left him on the track when the rest of the leaders pitted.

Although Larson was low on fuel, he almost pulled off a win. Three laps after he finally drove to pit road for fuel, the rains came, bringing out the caution flag and eventually making Busch the winner.

“We could see the storms were starting to build,” Gibson said. “It’s stressful when it rains like that, when it’s off and on and off and on. You’re looking at a radar screen, but you don’t know exactly when it’s going to hit.

“It was pretty stressful for everybody, but everybody stayed calm and cool.”

Busch, who led only six laps all day – although they were the final ones in the race – said the big key to the victory was that Gibson tuned his car to run well once he got up front in clean air.

“You set up for the wins, and you don’t set up for the dirty air – you set up for running out front, and that’s what Tony Gibson did,” Busch said. “I believed in it, and I just took my time, but also had to keep working on each of those restarts to get the car towards the front.”

Dale Earnhardt Jr. finished second ahead of Martin Truex Jr., Matt Kenseth and Joey Logano.

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U.S. AIR FORCE PHOTO Four-ship formation on a defoliation spray run over Vietnam.

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U.S. Air Force involvement in Vietnam War begins

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20 YEARS IN VIETNAM: THE AIR FORCE STORY

BY CARRIE ANDERSON As important as boots on the ground were to the U.S. strategy in Vietnam, another key element were the planes in the sky. The U.S. Air Force led the extensive and varied air campaigns that helped sustain the war effort over the entirety of the conflict. Campaigns ranged from seek and destroy missions against the North Vietnamese anti-aircraft installations to destroying strategic infrastructure elements such as trails and rail lines to spraying herbicides to deprive the North Vietnamese of the jungle cover needed for guerilla warfare tactics.

U.S. Air Force involvement began in 1961, four years before the first ground troops would officially enter the country. Under Operation Farm Gate, the 4400th Combat Crew Training Squadron was sent to South Vietnam to help train pilots for the Republic of Vietnam Air Force as well as fly close air support missions in response to the needs of the Army of the Republic of Vietnam. This operation would last until 1965, and the beginning of the longest bombing campaign ever run by the U.S. Air Force.

Operation Rolling Thunder began on March 2, 1965.

The objectives were to use ever increasing degrees of air warfare to push the North Vietnamese to end their support of the insurgency in South Vietnam; to destroy rail lines, highways, bridges, and petroleum targets,

U.S. AIR FORCE PHOTO Provider unloading U.S. Marines at Calu, South Vietnam. On this airlift, 13 C-123s delivered 475 troops and over 12,000 lbs of equipment.

as well as the supply lines running down the Ho Chi Minh trail to the South; and to boost the morale of the Army of the Republic of Vietnam. Lasting for three years and nine months, the U.S. Air Force flew almost 500,000 sorties over North Vietnam (the U.S. Navy and Marine Corps flew an additional 200,000 as a part of the operation) and dropped 600,000 tons of bombs.

Operation Ranch Hand has perhaps become the most controversial mission of the Vietnam War. This operation involved spraying various herbicides and defoliants over South Vietnam in order to deprive the North Vietnamese of cover and food. From 1962-1971, more than 20 million gallons of what pilots referred to as the “Rainbow Herbicides,” including Agents Pink, Green, Purple, Blue, White and Orange, were sprayed over the course of 20,000 sorties. It is now known that many of these herbicides contained chemical compounds that are highly toxic to humans.

Bombing missions run by the U.S. Air Force would be the key element that brought the North Vietnamese to the negotiating table and the element that finally brought about a peace deal. The first of the bombing campaigns that helped spur the North Vietnamese to actively participate in peace negotiations was codenamed Linebacker and was the largest bombing campaign in the war. Operation Linebacker I was launched in May of 1972 in response to an incursion by the North Vietnamese into the demilitarized zone.

U.S. AIR FORCE PHOTO Patches in the summer of 1971. Unlike most C-123s later in the war, Patches was not camouflaged. The natural metal was a way to indicate to the communists it was spraying to control the mosquitoes—a common enemy—thereby making it less likely to be shot at.

TELL US YOUR VIETNAM STORY If you have a story or photos you would like to share, please contact Carrie Anderson at carrie.anderson@militarynews.com or 757-222-3983.

Operation Linebacker I begins

1972

Bombing missions run by the U.S. Air Force would be the key element that brought the North Vietnamese to the negotiating table and the element that finally brought about a peace deal.

By the time Linebacker I ended in October of the same year, 155,548 tons of munitions had been dropped on North Vietnamese targets, the incursion was halted and the North Vietnamese agreed to a peace deal.

Unfortunately, that deal failed. Frustrated, President Richard Nixon ordered Operation Linebacker II to begin on December 18, 1972. Originally conceived as a 3-day bombing raid, the 11-day campaign resulted in more than 2,000 sorties to targets close to major North Vietnamese cities and the dropping of 20,000 tons of bombs. The campaign ended once Washington and the North Vietnamese had agreed to an agenda for the final round of talks that would ultimately end U.S. involvement in the Vietnam War. From 1962-1973, over 8 million tons of bombs were dropped on southeast Asia, including Vietnam, Cambodia and Laos. The U.S. Air Force lost 2,257 aircraft to hostile action over Vietnam and 2,800 airmen perished.

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Saturday, June 20 12 p.m. Avengers Age of Ultron 3D (PG-13) 3 p.m. Poltergeist 2015 (R) 6 p.m. Pitch Perfect 2 (PG-13) 9 p.m.TheWater Diviner (R) Sunday, June 21 1 p.m.Tomorrowland (PG) 5 p.m. FREE SNEAK PREVIEW:Terminator Genisys

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One night he attends a party in honor of a local drug dealer, and what transpires is a wild night for Malcolm and his friends.

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6 yds $205, Mulch $25/yd; Compost $30/yd.

D. Millerâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s, 482-5083 A-1 BLACK, Screen/Sifted Black Topsoil, Mulch, Sand, Compost. Prompt Delivery. Visa/MC.

Jack Frost Enterprises 430-2257

Burial/Cemetery Plot Rosewood Cemetery-2 plots, Sermon On The Mount Area, $1800 per plot. Current cemetery price $4095 per plot. 757-464-0730.

Rosewood Memorial Park-4 spaces in the

loaded, leather, sunroof, new insp, runs perfect. $2450. 439-8017. Va Dlr.

Garden of the Last Supper, Section B, $2800 each.

757-619-0250.

insp, looks & runs perfect, $3750. 439-8017 va dlr

St Marys Cemetery Mausoleum-Tier A Holy Family Patio, crypt #107, 4 person burial. 340-6552

Chevy 2008 Aveo ES looks & runs great, auto, air, loaded, insp, $3,950. 439-8017 VA DLR

Va Beach Cemetery Lots 2 plots in Rosewood Memorial Park, Va Beach. Garden of the Last Supper. Lot #293-B, Space GR 1&2. Told by Rosewood current selling for $4200 ea. Will sell both for $4000. Have been in family since 1955, contact Allen 931-722-2240 or allen@asenall.com

Dodge 1991 Shadow Convertible spotless,

For Rent-Duplex Norfolk, Little Creek area - 2BR, 1BA eat in kitchen, just upgraded. No pets, laundry room CAC, off street parking $1000 mo. Call 757-434-4886.

new inspection, excellent. $5500. 761-8382

Honda 2001 Shadow 1100cc, 5k mis, $1500 paint, windshield, $4300 obo, 804-453-6829

Sport Utility Vehicles 31K, like new. $11,000. 757-816-0710. Va. Dlr.

Acura 1992 Legend L, excel cond, auto, air, Chevy 2006 Cobalt LS excel. cond., auto, air,

auto, air, NEW TOP. $1,990. 439-8017 VA DLR

Ford 2007 Fusion excellent condition, auto,

Ford 2001 Explorer XLT 4wd, looks & runs great, auto, air, loaded, insp. $2690 439-8017va dlr Hyundai 2010 Santa Fe GLS, 58K, warranty, perfect, navy blue. $14,400 obo. 757-679-6333 Kia 2005 Sportage LX mint condition, auto, air, loaded, inspected, $5990. 439-8017 VA DLR

air, loaded, insp, $5,450. 439-8017 VA DLR

Honda 1997 Accord LX Spotless, auto, air, loaded, inspected, $2,650. 439-8017 VA DLR

Honda 2002 Civic EX, 2 dr coupe, spotless, 136K, auto, air, loaded, $3990. 439-8017, va. dlr.

Mistubishi 1998 Montero Sport LS spotless, auto, air, loaded, insp, $1990. 439-8017 va dlr Nissan 2001 Xterra Looks & runs great, auto, air, loaded, insp, 3to choose $2990 439-8017va dlr

Honda 2003 Civic Hybrid, new inspection, SPOTLESS, 5 spd, air, $3950. 439-8017. Va. Dlr.

For Rent-House (All)

Honda 2005 Civic 2dr Coupe EX, red finish,

House for rent- 3BR, 1.5 BA ,Single Car garage.

1300 sq.ft. $1150 mo. neg. Call anytime.

757-620-8509.

Honda 2011 Accord SE 1 owner, leather

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sport-wing, loaded, sunroof, $5990 439-8017 va dlr seats, new tires, 67k, $12,900 obo. 757-679-6042

Power Washing

Nissan 2005 Murano, clean, 124K mi, clean Car Fax, DVD, GPS, sunroof, $7900. 757-484-0536.

Nissan 2005 Xterra beautiful burg. finish, auto, loaded, ex. clean, insp $5950 439-8017 va dlr Scion 2006 XB, looks & runs great, auto, air, new insp, loaded, $3450. 439-8017. Va. Dlr Toyota 1997 RAV 4, A/C, AUTO, SUNROOF, IMMACULATE. 4 CYL. $3300. 757-348-3879.

ALL-BRITE PRESSURE WASHING, LLC. 2 story siding & trim, cleaning from top to bottom, $115 to $125. Our promise to remove all mold, mildew & surface dirt. Ready to look new & bright again. Call Gil to schedule, 757-272-5395

Vans

Power Washing Care, deck sanding, staining & painting. Over 25 yrs. exp. References. 757-615-3070.

Roofing-Guttering AA+ Affordable Roofing-To meet your budget. Over 20 yrs. exp. Complete new roof or roof repairs. Lots of refâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s. Call Stanleyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Affordable. Free Est. Licâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;d & Insâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;d. Member BBB. Senior Citizen Discount. 757-289-0044 A- Quality Gutter Services Aluminum Seamless Gutter, New, Repairs, Clean Outs, Leaf Guard, Fascia, Painting, Trim. (757) 465-5408.

(757) 560-4775. FREE ESTIMATES!

Moving-Hauling (A) FAMILY TRASH MAN Household, demo inside & out, construction sites, dumpster drop off, backhoe work. We haul it all!

20 yrs exp, lic & ins. 485-1414

Y.K. Roofing & Siding SPECIALIZING LEAKS & REPAIRS Commercial/Residential Roofing & Siding $1.99 Sq Ft. Seamless Gutters. Tile & Hwd Flrs

Call (757) 880-5215

ATTICS & GARAGES CLEANED

LICENSED & INSURED

Contents hauled away, also tree limbs & shrubs.

Call 934-2258

B & J MOVING

Reasonable Rates, Licensed & Insured. bandjmoving.com. 757-576-1290

Jobs low as $70/rm, Drywall & Handyman Services.

Eliminate popcorn ceiling low as $99/rm. 237-1090 Interior/Exterior Paint, Wallpaper & Power Washing, Carpentry, Remodeling, Renovations, Roofs & Floors

714-4573. PAINT & WALLPAPER BY BOB Just A Painter Paint Co.-Interior/exterior, pressure washing, commercial, decks, 15 yrs exp.

Licâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;d/Insured. Free Estimates. 757-230-1183.

Pest Control

Siding BEST PRICE EXTERIORS: 757-639-4692 Siding, Windows, Trim, Roofing & Gutters.

FREE ESTIMATES! Lic. & Insured. Lowest Prices & Top Quality Work. BBB A Plus Rating

Frankâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Siding & Repairs 227-8964 Repairing Siding & Trim. Also Small & Large Jobs.

Lic/Ins. LOW PRICES. BBB A+ RATING.

Tree Service AFFORDABLE TREE SERVICE-Tree pruning & complete tree removal, stump grinding available.

Senior Citizen Discount. 757-515-6933.

H AMERICANTREESERVICE.CO H 757-587-9568 H Cord Hardwd Firewood Mix $150 H Free Stump Grinding With Tree Removal H

Bobcat Tree Service. Lic & Ins. Crane Service, Hazardous Tree, Limb Removal & Stump Grinding. Free Estimates. 757-575-8440.

UNIVERSAL PEST & TERMITE. FREE INSPECTIONS. 757-502-0200

van, 6 cyl., auto, cold ac, tilt, cruise, stereo/cd, insp, looks/runs great, $2600 call 757-650-3864 va dlr

EXTREME POWER WASHING-& Lawn

Including JOHN DEERE.

Painting/Decorating

General Repairs

NORFOLK PLUMBING, INC.

We Service Generators 757-478-3474

AA Affordable Painting /Plastering- Paint

D&W Garages - 20x24' $13,495; 24x24' $14,995; 24x30â&#x20AC;&#x2122; $15,995; w/Slab & Vinyl Siding.

Call 465-0115 or 362-1833. dandwgarages.com

Plumbing/Heating/Air

WE SERVICE ALL LAWN TRACTORS

Divine Floors/Repairs, Installations

Garages

Free Quotes within the Hour Licensed/Insured. 757-403-4689

LOW MILES, auto, air, $1990. 439-8017 VA DLR

For Lease-Office Space

Chrysler 2001 Town & Country 7 pass.

Discounts - Driveways, Top Soil Installed, Tree

We'll bring samples to your home, measure, and can even install the next day. We are Hampton Roads largest flooring dealer, so you get your floors installed right and at the lowest price guaranteed.

CALL 453-8000 for your free quote.

German Shepherd Pups-World Champ Line, AKC, male & female, black & red, shots, dewormed, vet ck, health guaranteed, $1500/$2250. www.shepherdhillfarm.net 804-492-3262

2013 Robalo R-180 Center console, white w/

Furniture-Household 19" Samsung, Black, Flat screen TV, $150.00. call 201-803-3482

Air Conditioning & Heating

NEW FLOORING FAST!!

English Shepherd & Golden Mix Pups-1st shots, de-wormed, avail to take home now. $250.

252-357-4829, 252-548-8327, call or text

Red or Gold Beets, Onions, Squash, May Peas, & More. 9a-6p 3116 New Bridge Rd., VB 721-6226

Small Repair Specialist. Affordable Pricing.

Licensed & Insured.We Get The Job Done! 237-5999

& Sales. Carpet, hardwood refinishing, ceramic tile, laminate, home improvements. Call 757-769-6457.

wormed, fam. raised, $1688 cash. 757-580-0281.

new home. $650. 252-724-0044.

Exp. Good Refs. Ins & Bonded. Comm. & Residential, Move In / Out H Free Estimates H Call 241-0633

Floors

English Bulldog Pup-Reg, vet ck, shots, de-

Yorkie-Teacup, small, very playful, ready for a

Leica, Nikon, Zeiss, Rolleiflex, Graphlex, 4x5 & 8x10 View Cameras, Etc. Also Antique Cameras Entire Collections Purchased. No Brownies, Box Cameras or Polaroids. 757-481-5375.

Norview & O. View. Dep. moves you in. 778-7124

For Rent-Portsmouth Apts

S I A M E S E - 12 wks old, chocolate

Cameras-Photography

Automobiles for Sale Kia 2001 Rio 4dr sedan, 109k miles,

Olde Towne- Upscale Lg 1BR

CINDYâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;S PRODUCE-Local Squash, Sugar Plums, White Peaches, Melons, Flower Sale. 10-6 Daily, 2385 Harpers Rd., VB. 427-2346. MC/Visa.

For Rent-Norfolk Apts 1 & 2 BR. No App Fee. 1 Month Free

Chihuahua- Male, brown & white, 12 wks., 1st &

1991 20â&#x20AC;&#x2122; Bayliner Trophy Cuddy Cabin, 2001 Mercury hp Saltwater w/1991 Escort Trailer, many extras, call for info, 757-399-7862.

Up To $25 Cash/Box Unexpired/Unopened LOCAL, CALL BETH 757-235-4496

Bull Mastiffs-Kind & gentle giants, purebred, no papers. Shots started. $950. 757-274-2381.

Sheltie Pups-AKC, sable & white, 9 wks., shots,

Plastering/Drywall

Free Estimates $100 OFF ANY BREAKER BOX COLE ELECTRIC - 498-2653

ing, ready, family raised, $450. 757-408-5043

U Pick, Bring Containers, 3484 Charity Neck Rd., Pungo, 7-7 PM Everyday. 426-7501 or 426-6869.

A1 PLASTER & REPAIR 32 Yrs Exp.

Electrical Work

Bishon-Poo 9wk old male, 1st shots & deworm-

Boats/Rigs

House Cleaning

10% OFF ABSOLUTELY ANY JOB

Beagle Pups-Top bred, shots, wormed, beautiful.

AKC reg, $300 ea. or 2 for $500. Also, 1 male, runs good. 2 males ready to start, $200 for all 3. Other pups $200 each or 2 for $300. 804-725-2727

AT HENLEY FARM BLACKBERRIES & BROCCOLI

ANGELICAâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;S TOUCH House Cleaning: 23 yrs

Removal, Yard Clean Up. Backhoe & Dump Truck Rentals. Lic/Ins. 757-714-4848

wormed, $750 cash only firm. 757-6 19-4694.

OVER 100 Avail. For Boats 12'-38' BUDGET BOATS: (757) 543 -7595

Quality kitchens, baths & decks. 30 Years Exp. 757-923-3330. www.sevadesignbuild.com

All Your Concrete Needs, 25 Yrs. Exp. Licâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;d. & Insured. 757-236-8849

vacc, $1250 to approved homes only.434-248-5322

Aussiedoodles Pups-9 wks. old, M/F, shots,

Morkie Pups-Adorable M & F, $450. Dep. $100.

I have over 30 yrs experience with animals.

Please Call Mark 757-535-3369

Best For Less, Philâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Concrete Works

Pets-Dogs,Cats,Other

Diabetic Test Strips Wanted

AKC Giant Schnauzer Pups 3F, health guar,

LAB PUP - AKC. 1 Black Female.

Strongly bred for hunting, hunt tests and/or loyal companion. Champion bloodlines. Email: bylabs6@mchsi.com. Call 252-619-4180.

MATTRESS SETS

room additions, bathroom & kitchen remodeling.

Lic & Insâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;d. Free Estimates. 757-466-7272

Concrete work. Driveways. We Accept All Major Credit Cards. 652-4050. www.shabazznva.com

hardware, Sabian, Ludwig, $200. 757-409-1446.

Layaway Available

SHEDS & DOG HOUSES FOR SALE 8â&#x20AC;&#x2122; x 12â&#x20AC;&#x2122;, 10â&#x20AC;&#x2122; x 12â&#x20AC;&#x2122;, 10â&#x20AC;&#x2122; x 16â&#x20AC;&#x2122;, 10â&#x20AC;&#x2122; x 20â&#x20AC;&#x2122;, 12â&#x20AC;&#x2122; x 20â&#x20AC;&#x2122; Well Built & Reasonable. MUST SEE !

Call (757) 339-0766 Anytime

Suites, Screen Porches. Your Plans or Ours.

Quality By Design. Fully Licensed and Insured.

757-482-7824 www.glkirkbuildersinc.com

18 Yrs. Concrete Exp.-S & H. All Types of

10 Piece Professional Trak Drum Set,

13 weeks old, $100 each, Cash. 757-419-0932

Pet Sitting

Concrete/Asphalt

Musical Merchandise

Brand New

to condo, too many to list. 757-390-1235.

If you need a dog sitter

Your Own Insp & Call Me. Iâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;m Known As The Stonesmith, Semi-Retired Earl Smith. You Will Not Find A Better Man, 515-3831.

equipment. No riding mowers. Call 412-5664.

Choc. Labrador Puppies AKC, family raised, 1st shots, vet check, ready 6/29. 757-287-4016

Home Improvements

Now is The Time To Get On The List For Stone Work. Pointing Up The Cracks in Your Brick Walls & Steps That Will Only Get Worse. Do

Lawn & Garden FREE PICKUP of broken or unwanted lawn

Chihuahua Pups-Small, ready to go. 2F, cream & 2M, 1 cream, 1 black & white, 1st shots/wormed, $275. Will deliver for small fee. 252-326-0077.

Hawkins Enterprise, Inc. Specializing in

Porches, steps, brick sidewalks, patios & driveways, additions, brick columns, fireplace, stone, mortar restoration, crack repair & much more.

Licâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;d & Insâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;d. Call Tommy at 757-567-2045.

Hunting Equipment Wanted Land for Hunting Lease in Northampton County or Accomack County. Will pay top dollar for right piece. Contact Christian @ 757-999-4021 or Theo @ 757-816-5125

Appraisal Service With 40 Years Experience.

Additions

H Amazing Work, Honest Prices H H TOP QUALITY MASONRY H

www.cmobilityonline.com

2nd shots, wormed, $250. Will deliver for small fee. 252-326-0077.

Additions, Sunrooms, Mother-In Law

Brick Block Work

We Are Mobile. Call C Mobiliy 757-650-3999

Virginia Beach Antique Co.

WE PAY CASH For Sterling, Coins, Gold, Sports Cards, Collectibles. 912-674-8358.

tion, guitars, amps, accordians, drums, band, PA. Call 202-643-2740.

We Repair Scooters & Wheelchairs,

Articles For Sale

757.622.1455

Uncontested. $350 + $88 filing fee.

No court appearance required.

SE Habla Espanol Hilton Oliver, atty. 757-490-0126

Wheelchairs, Scooters, Lifts for Cars & Vans, Stairlifts/Elevators/Pool Lifts/Ramps.

Household Items-From downsizing from home

business Affordable Custom Homes & Additions.

Wanted To Buy WWII Relics. Retired Vet seeks WWII helmets, medals, daggers, etc. 757-869-1739

757-474-1303

more. Sat., 6/20, 8-1. 245 Old Dr., Wilson Heights.

PROVIDENCE SQUARE-104 Hook St., Sat.,

Wanted To Buy Cash Paid for Musical Instruments in any condi-

Good selection of estate furniture, collectibles, tools, appliances, 10K & 14K gold & diamond jewelry & coins.

A Basic

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Handicapped Supplies Free Installation/25% Discount

STUMP BUSTERS! Same day service! Call Today, Get Stump Out Today! Free estimates Bush Stumps or Tree Stumps 961-9066.

Mechanical/ Electrical Superintendent #00174A Old Dominion University is seeking a highly motivated and experienced individual to serve as the Superintendent of the Mechanical/ Electrical Shops. The Superintendent is responsible for the HVAC, Electrical, Plumbing and Preventive Maintenance Shops consisting of about 30 skilled trades technicians. The Superintendent maintains the mechanical/ electrical systems in over 100 campus buildings comprised of over 5 million square feet. Applicants should have extensive experience with large HVAC and building electrical systems and have experience supervising 20 or more skilled trades staff. Applicants must possess a DPOR Masterâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s license in HVAC or electrical and a valid Virginia state driverâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s license with an insurable record and be a high school graduate or equivalent. ODU provides benefits to meet specified needs. â&#x20AC;˘ â&#x20AC;˘ â&#x20AC;˘ â&#x20AC;˘ â&#x20AC;˘ â&#x20AC;˘ â&#x20AC;˘

HealthCare Flexible Reimbursement Account (Dependent Care/Medical) VRS Group Life Insurance VRS Optional Life Insurance Long-Term Care Insurance Long-Term Disability Insurance Legal Plan and Tuition Reimbursement.

For complete description and qualifications visit our web site at www.jobs.odu.edu. AA/EOE

Kia 2004 Sedona EX, auto, air, inspected, loaded, leather, sunroof, $3990. 439-8017. Va. dlr Nissan 2002 Quest GXE, good mis., DVD, new inspection. Nice. $3200. 757-487-7101. Va. dlr

Wanted Automobiles ABSOLUTELY ABLY ACQUIRING AUTOS All Makes & Models, Best Price Paid!!

FREE TOWING. 749-8035 AUTOS ACCEPTED - Any Year, Make Or Model TOP DOLLAR, FAST, FREE TOWING. 757-737-2465 Or 757-577-2606

Help Wanted

Diesel Mechanic In need of full time mechanic for our Norfolk location.

Must have experience.

Must have own tools.

Must have VALID driverâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s license and good DMV record. MUST be able to pass background check.

CDL a PLUS. We offer excellent pay, benefits, uniforms, O/T, tool allowance.

Fax resume to 757-321-1636 or apply in person at 2224 Springfield Ave, Norfolk, VA 23523

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