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Navy Divers test new equipment MC2 Benjamin Wooddy

By MC2 Benjamin Wooddy Navy Expeditionary Combat Command

It tells us a diver’s location, diver’s depth, diver’s air pressure, breathing rate and how long they have left to breathe based on the depth.”

-Warrant Officer Coy Everage

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Navy Diving is celebrating the Year of the Military Diver in 2015, with 100 years since the Mark V diving helmet was first developed, going on to become the cornerstone piece of equipment for the community for over 65 years.

Though current divers no longer wear the iconic helmet, many other facets of diving have remained the same. With the recent acquisition of the Diver 6 telemetry system, Navy diving is poised to plunge into its next century, beginning with a practice dive at Joint Expeditionary Base Little Creek-Fort Story, June 17.

“We are testing the first generation of diver telemetry,” said Warrant Officer Coy Everage, Explosive Ordnance Disposal, Group 2, “It tells us a diver’s location, diver’s depth, diver’s air pressure, breathing rate and how long they have left to breathe based on the depth.”

The Diver 6 is one of a few new systems that has been approved for use by the Navy and is now in the next phase of evaluation for use by diving commands. The Diver 6 system will allow for dive supervisors to keep better track of divers once they are submerged under water, thus allowing the “Sup” to better monitor the diver.

Before the Diver 6, dive supervisors had little knowledge of what was happening under water during a SCUBA dive. With the new system, supervisors will now have realtime information on a submerged diver, essentially getting eyes under the water. Previously, this information was provided only by the diver themselves.

» see DIVERS | A7 Top photo: Navy Diver 1st Class Levi Hughes of Explosive Ordnance Disposal Expeditionary Support Unit (EODESU) 2, checks his watch before descending on his dive at pier 58 for a practice dive with the new Diver 6 unit attached to his dive equipment on June 17.

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The aircraft carrier USS George H.W. Bush (CVN 77) pulls into Naval Station Norfolk following a seven-month deployment to the U.S. 5th and 6th Fleet areas of responsibility.

BUSH ARRIVES AT NNSY FOR PIA

By Anna Taylor NNSY Public Affairs

MC2 Rafael Martie PORTSMOUTH

Aircraft carrier USS George H. W. Bush (CVN 77) arrived at Norfolk Naval Shipyard (NNSY) in Portsmouth, June 16, for an extended Planned Incremental Availability (PIA).

Maintenance on Bush is scheduled to last eight months and one week, which is longer than the

normal six-month PIA, largely due to critical path work on the Vacuum Collection Holding Tanks (VCHT).

“Our ship has accomplished some great things these past two years, and this crew has done some truly impressive work,” said Capt.

Andrew Loiselle, commanding officer of Bush. “From the ship’s

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With their sleek advertising and streamlined appearance, electronic cigarettes have garnered quite a user base.

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COMREL Sailors assigned to USS Abraham Lincoln joined members of Habitat for Humanity, June 17, to celebrate the completion of their volunteer effort on two Hampton homes.

NAVY ENERGY Fleet Readiness Center Southeast’s (FRCSE) Aircraft Paint and Finishing Hangar is undergoing renovation designed to reduce its energy footprint by nearly $1 million annually.

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perspective, we are all looking for a win out of this project, and I know the shipyard is as well. This maintenance period will be critical to the future readiness of our ship and will be essential to accomplishing the Navy’s mission.”

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ESG-2/USS Wasp test procure-to-pay process U.S. Fleet Forces Command Public Affairs NORFOLK

When USS Wasp (LHD 1), USS Cole (DDG 67), USS James E. Williams (DDG 95), USS New Hampshire (SSN 778), members of the 22nd Marine Expeditionary Unit, and Expeditionary Strike Group (ESG) 2, completed Fleet Week Port Everglades last month, more than 8,805

guests had toured America’s ships and 2,351 Sailors and Marines had experienced the city’s southern hospitality.

Fleet Week Port Everglades concluded for most on May 10, but for supply corps personnel there was still work to be done. The process of setting up a port visit is complex, with thousands of items procured or leased through

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RECORDING ARTISTS JENNIFER HUDSON, JILL SCOTT, AND FRANKIE BEVERLY COME TO HAMPTON

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DEFENSE MOBILE LAUNCHES WITH 4G MOBILE SERVICE Specifically for military service members, veterans and their families

By Gary Baronofsky DKC Public Relations, Marketing & Government Affairs

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The nation’s first 4G LTE wireless company focused exclusively on current and former members of the U.S military and their families was officially launched, June 22. With a mission to connect and improve the lives of those who have served, Defense Mobile, based in Stamford, has partnered with the three largest carriers in America to deliver the best 4G LTE wireless coverage, at great savings to its members. The company is making it easy for those who have served and their families to switch service to Defense Mobile’s no-contract service by supporting a simple BYOP (Bring Your Own Phone) program, with plans starting at just $30 per month and by offering the most popular smartphones from Apple, Samsung, LG and Motorola.

“With lower prices, no activation fees, no credit checks and a simple 100 percent satisfaction guarantee, the company has checked all the boxes that most customers want, but we go much further. It is a mobile service built by veterans, supported by a 100 percent veteran-staffed member care organization and driven by a mission to do more for those who have served,” said Brendan Reilly, co-founder and chief executive officer.

Defense Mobile members all receive a number of free applications and services designed to improve the lives of service members and veteran families. A free veteran benefits app, miliSOURCE, helps veteran families discover and obtain, potentially, thousands of dollars worth of federal, state, and local benefits and services they may not be aware of. A free branch branded email account, miliMAIL, with 25GB of free storage, and miliCASH, a mobile wallet and prepaid MasterCard that opens up a world of meaningful military

cash back rewards from merchants nationwide. For members, it is likely, that the combined value of these free services could be far greater than their wireless bill.

“According to the Veterans Administration only 39 percent of veterans are collecting benefits. We wanted to build an app that helps the 61 percent of veterans who are not leveraging the benefits they have earned. The Veterans Administration (VA) does great work, we thought it was a good idea to make the discovery of benefits process a little easier by putting it all in the palm of your hand and to help support the VA’s mission. miliSOURCE builds a user profile to help quickly identify available benefits specific to each user and shows users how to obtain those benefits,” said Ward Bond, Army veteran and head of Value Added Services at Defense Mobile.

“Defense Mobile is presenting a simple choice for current and former members of the armed forces,” said board member and former chairman of the joint chiefs of staff, retired Marine Corps Gen. Peter Pace. “Defense Mobile has a great value proposition.

We not only offer wireless services on the best carrier networks at considerable savings, our service is delivered and supported by dedicated veterans who understand what superior service really means, and we are very proud of the fact that we give 10 percent of our net profits back to support military families in need. Combine this with our applications and services and we are now the best mobile service for those who have served and their families.”

“Having a positive impact on the lives of those who have served is a team effort. In addition to the largest carriers, Defense Mobile has partnered with a wide array of public, private, and not-for-profit organizations to build the technology and relationships needed to be successful. These partnerships include Apple, MasterCard, Motorola, Veterans of Foreign Wars, the American Legion, a growing number of both large and small non-profits and various elements of DOD that support service member outreach,” said co-founder Andrew Reilly.

In addition, Defense Mobile’s advisory board boasts Hon. Tidal McCoy, who is the retired acting Secretary of the U.S. Air Force; retired Adm. Eric Olson, the eighth Commander of the U.S. Special Operations Command and Navy SEAL; retired Army Lt. Gen. Theodore G. Stroup, Jr.; retired Rear Adm. Richard West; retired Navy SEAL Capt. Peter “Bullfrog 13” Wikul, the longest serving Navy SEAL in U.S. history (39 years); retired Army Lt. Gen. John Wood; retired Rear Adm. Robert O. Wray, Jr.; retired Sgt. Maj. of the Army, Jack L. Tilley; Medal of Honor recipient Col. Donald “Doc” Ballard, former Army Capt. Dan Rice and Tom Dyer; and retired Cmdr. Vince McBeth. All of these distinguished veterans ensure Defense Mobile “stays on point” with its mission to deliver the value that veterans deserve.

The company’s board of directors is similarly impressive and is chaired by co-founder Mr. Peter Lurie, who previously co-founded Virgin Mobile USA. Other directors are longtime energy executive Ray Bartoszek; and venture capitalists Fred Warren, the former co-founder of Brentwood Associates and Charles Lax of GrandBanks Capital and former founding general partner of SOFTBANK Venture Capital.

On the management side, in addition to Messrs. Brendan and Andrew Reilly, Mr. Phil Prouty is Defense Mobile’s executive director; Stan Simpliciano, a Navy veteran, who was a longtime T-Mobile executive, is head of operations; David Trimble, a former executive with American Express and Sprint, is head of member experience; Ward Bond, Army veteran and former Blackberry executive, is head of value added services; and Ed Walters, Army veteran, former ACT executive, and Presidential Appointee as Principal Deputy Asst. Secretary of the Army, is chief marketing officer.

Brendan Reilly stated, "Defense Mobile’s goal is to become the largest philanthropic giver in the country for military and veteran families in need.

As more veterans choose Defense Mobile, we can hire more veterans, provide better service and give even more back to those who need it most."

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BAH CHANGE FOR DUALMILITARY COUPLES COULD CAUSE TROUBLES Lawmakers should reconsider a Senate defense bill provision that would end housing allowances for one member of a dual-military marriage after Oct. 1, the Navy’s top enlisted Sailor said, June 22.

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TRUMAN SAILORS FURTHER EDUCATION WHILE UNDERWAY ■ see more photos of operations onboard USS Harry S. Truman (CVN 75) on A6.

By MCSN Justin R. Pacheco USS Harry S. Truman Public Affairs

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USS Harry S. Truman (CVN 75) began accepting registrations for the Navy College Program for Afloat College Education Distance Learning (NCPACE-DL) placement tests, June 16, offering Sailors an opportunity to take college courses while underway.

NCPACE-DL provides both officers and enlisted Sailors with the opportunity to complete undergraduate and graduate courses while at sea. The program also offers options for Sailors to earn an associate, bachelor’s and master’s degrees.

“It’s a terrific opportunity for our Sailors,” said Ensign M. A. Martin, Truman’s educational services officer. “The Navy works with 10 different nationally accredited colleges and universities to provide tuition-free courses. The only costs to Sailors are the textbooks.”

NCPACE-DL briefs aboard Truman are scheduled monthly and registration is offered at those times.

The Navy has been allowing civilian instructors to teach aboard ships through the Program for Afloat College Education (PACE) for more than 40 years.

Civilian instructors teach NCPACE courses in a traditional classroom environ-

ment during deployments. Distance learning NCPACE offers an alternative for Sailors who cannot commit to a schedule or who desire the convenience of a self-paced study environment and is available both on deployments and during regular workup cycles. Sailors are also able to transfer credits from other schools to complete degrees.

“We encourage any Sailor looking to further their education to come find out more about the program and the courses we offer,” said Martin. “To qualify, a Sailor has to have been aboard Truman for one year if it’s their first permanent duty station, passed their last physical readiness test and advancement exam, and have no non-judicial punishments six months prior to the first day of class.

If they meet all requirements, they can submit a special request chit to their chain of command.”

Copies of the request must also be provided to the educational services office (ESO) on the day of the brief, and payments for textbooks or additional study materials

MC3 E. T. Miller Hospital Corpsman 1st Class B. A. Hicks records a patient’s information during a mass casualty drill in the hangar bay of aircraft carrier USS Harry S. Truman (CVN 75).

people with that mindset, this is a great program and it’s really beneficial for you in the long run as well, whether or not you intend on making the Navy a career.”

Sailors can register for up to two classes per 90-day term, or one class if they are a first-time student. A complete course listing is located on Truman’s intranet page.

Perspective students can also make their voice heard by voting for future classes to be offered aboard Truman.

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For more news from USS Harry S. Truman (CVN 75), visit www.navy.mil/local/cvn75/.

will also be collected at that time.

Sailors with no previous college math or English courses must register for a placement test administered by the educational services officer.

Interior Communications Specialist 2nd Class J. K. Cardenas said, in addition to furthering education, college courses are an excellent way to improve morale while on deployment.

“It’s a really productive and fun way to pass your free time when you’re out to sea,” said Cardenas, who attended classes during the last deployment. “Some people enjoy working out, some people watch movies, and some people really like to learn. For

Bush Sailors conduct group motorcycle ride

More experienced riders are able to mentor less experienced riders and the whole thing will help build camaraderie among Sailors who ride motorcycles.”

By MC3 Patrick Ian Crimmins USS George H.W. Bush Public Affairs

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Motorcyclists attached to the aircraft carrier USS George H.W. Bush (CVN 77), conducted an organized group ride from Norfolk to Yorktown, Virginia, June 12.

“Rides like this serve a dual purpose,” said Chief Machinist’s Mate Devan Jones, the coordinator of the ride. “More experienced riders are able to mentor less experienced riders and the whole thing will help build camaraderie among Sailors who ride motorcycles.”

The ride began at 11 a.m. on Pier 14 at Norfolk

-Chief Machinist’s Mate Devan Jones

Naval Station and concluded at Yorktown Harley Davidson. Twenty-five Sailors took part in the ride, which included sport bikes and cruiser motorcycles. The 40-mile trip took roughly one hour.

“This was my first ride with this group,” said Boatswain’s Mate 3rd Class Kyle Redding, who rides a blue and white 2009 Suzuki GSX-R 600 sport bike. “I’ve been riding for a little bit, but I’ve never gone out with a mixed group like this before. I was looking forward to it.”

The participants varied in both age and level of experience. This was the first group ride for some, but others have been participating in rides like this for years.

“I love them,” said Aviation Electronics Technician 1st Class Jason Hickenbottom, who rode his Honda VTX 1800. “I used to do rides like this once a month at my last command. It helps to promote safe riding.”

This ride was open to all types of motorcycles, but was heavily weighted towards cruisers. The sport bikes took the rear and were led by Jones on his blacked-out Harley Davidson Softail Crossbones edition.

“We’re trying to do these rides a lot more,” said Jones. “Riding with people and getting to know each other helps to grow the community in a good way. We learn how to ride safely and we make friends.”

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A4 | THE FLAGSHIP | JUN 25, 2015 | FLAGSHIPNEWS.COM Religious Programs Specialist 1st Class Christopher Johnson, assigned to aircraft carrier USS Abraham Lincoln (CVN 72) breaks cement down with a sledge hammer to prepare a foundation for a new home as part of a Habitat for Humanity community relations project in Williamsburg, Virginia.

Divers, EOD prepare to salvage CSS Georgia

By MC3 Lauren Booher Navy Expeditionary Combat Command Public Affairs

VIRGINIA BEACH

Mobile Diving and Salvage Unit (MDSU) 2, and Explosive Ordnance Disposal Mobile Unit (EODMU) 6, conducted joint training at Joint Expeditionary Base Little Creek-Fort Story (JEBLCFS), June 16, in preparation for the salvage of Civil War Ironclad CSS Georgia.

Hissing from pressure valves being released and muffled communication from underwater divers to the console operator fill the air. A supervisor holding stop watches shouts commands to tenders who pull or heave in large air hoses.

“The purpose of this training was to take EOD techs who are already qualified divers and make them proficient in surface supply diving for the job we’re about to undertake in Savannah, Georgia,” said Senior Chief Navy Diver Steve Askew, a master diver assigned to MDSU 2.

Divers from MDSU 2 and EODMU 6 technicians will work with the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE) to bring up parts of the ship’s armor systems, steam engine components, small structure pieces and all her weapons, which include four cannons and upward of 50 projectiles – either rifle shells or cannon balls.

“During the first two weeks of the job, there will be one Navy diver and one EOD technician diving together to retrieve unexploded ordnance and various artifacts,” said Askew.

Although EOD technicians are qualified in scuba and closed circuit rebreathers, they lacked the hardhat Kirby Morgan 37 (KM37) surface supply diving qualifications. The KM37 is a popular, bright yellow diving helmet used by the Navy.

“Anytime you’re conducting underwater salvage you want to make sure you’re giving the divers the maximum amount of protection that you can,” said Askew. “This hardhat helmet gives them

an unlimited air supply and allows them to stay down for longer periods of time.”

The Savannah River has strong currents and low visibility, which divers have to take into consideration. While hardhat surface supply diving, divers can put on additional weight to stay down on the bottom.

“The helmet and weight give divers the maximum amount of protection while working in the Savannah River’s conditions that they wouldn’t otherwise have with scuba gear,” said Askew.

The goal of the training was to ensure that all procedures are the same and both units blend seamlessly together.

“All of the dives yesterday were fine; they cleared,” said Navy Diver 3rd Class Frank Ormonde, assigned to MDSU 2.

“They [EOD technicians] were comfortable in the hard hats but didn’t know some of the verbiage that we use for certain checks. Yesterday was a good day of working the kinks out, and today shows a lot more proficiency.”

The joint training this week wraps up three months of training for the salvage operation, scheduled to take place from June 21 until Sept. 11. Although Sailors from MDSU 2 and EODMU 6 were focused during the training exercise, they were also very enthusiastic.

“I’m really excited,” said Ormonde.

“I was born and raised military. I dreamt of becoming a Navy diver my whole life, it’s my dream job. To get to work on a ship that’s 150 years old and from the Civil War era, it’s an opportunity that doesn’t come around very often.”

EOD Group 2, headquartered at Joint Expeditionary Base Little Creek-Fort Story in Virginia Beach, oversees all East Coast-based Navy EOD mobile units, including one forward-deployed mobile unit in Spain, as well as EOD Expeditionary Support Unit (EODESU) 2, EOD Training and Evaluation Unit (EODTEU) 2, and Mobile Diving and Salvage Unit (MDSU) 2.

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Lincoln Sailors help complete Habitat for Humanity homes

By MCSA Brandon Davis USS Abraham Lincoln Public Affairs

HAMPTON

Sailors assigned to aircraft carrier USS Abraham Lincoln (CVN 72), joined members of Habitat for Humanity, June 17, to celebrate the completion of their volunteer effort, four months constructing two Hampton homes.

Cmdr. Maurice Buford, Lincoln’s chaplain, commemorated the event by presenting a bible and a plaque to the two families, the Brewingtons and the Smiths, as they cut the ribbons on their brand-new houses.

The Sailors were praised continuously for their assistance in the successful completion of the volunteer effort. Teunsha Vick, the Family Services director for Habitat for Humanity, particularly doted on the work ethic of Lincoln Sailors.

“These [Lincoln] Sailors have been with this project since the beginning, and each time, there has been an amazing turnout of volun-

■ currently Lincoln is currently undergoing a Refueling and Complex Overhaul (RCOH) at Newport News Shipbuilding, a division of Huntington Ingalls Industries in Newport News. teers,” Vick said. “Working with the Lincoln certainly made this project go by much faster.”

Inspired by the efforts of Lincoln Sailors, Nicole Brewington, the owner of one of the houses built by volunteers with Habitat for Humanity, said she plans on volunteering some of her time in helping other families in need.

“The houses got up fast, and I’m extremely grateful,” said Brewington. “After seeing how well they [Lincoln Sailors] worked together, it’s only right that I return the favor. The feeling I had when I saw the house was priceless, and I’d like to give that feeling to somebody else.”

Ultimately, the whole goal of volunteering is to help, but additionally to inspire others, and Lincoln Sailors

are ready and willing to continue volunteering wherever necessary.

“Our whole goal on the Lincoln is to create a wellrounded community relations event (COMREL) ‘package,’” said Buford. “When you see a Lincoln Sailor, you should know you’re in good hands. From 5th Street to 5th Fleet, we’re here to serve.”

According to its website, Habitat for Humanity is a nonprofit, Christian housing ministry that believes every person should have a decent, safe and affordable place to live. It builds, renovates and repairs houses all over the world using volunteer labor and donations and has helped more than 1 million families – representing 5 million people – improve their living conditions since it was founded in 1976.

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LGBT Pride Month: COTF Sailors show their support

LINCOLN SAILOR THANKS FATHER FOR SUPPORT

By MC2 Chelsea Mandello

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As Sailors aboard the aircraft carrier USS Abraham Lincoln (CVN 72) call their fathers this Father’s Day, one Sailor coordinated a special message for her father, who has supported her naval career since she entered the Navy in December 2009.

Machinist’s Mate 1st Class Alison Seaton, assigned to Reactor Department, requested to have her command ball cap, which she wore for the past two years while assigned to Abraham Lincoln, be signed by Capt. Ron Ravelo, Abraham Lincoln’s commanding officer, as a token of respect for her father and his ongoing support.

“I call my father every day just to update him on what I did that day as well as to report on what his only grandson did that day as well,” said Seaton, who also has sent a ball cap to her father from every com-

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MC2 Chelsea Mandello Sailors and civilians from Commander, Operational Test and Evaluation Force (COTF) cut a ceremonial cake during a Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual and Transgender Pride Month observance at COTF headquarters.

standard of treating sexual-orientation-based discrimination equal to the discrimination of race, religion, color, sex, age and national origin.

“I can’t thank the military enough, because I know that the presence of our Armed Forces has significantly impacted our human rights,” said Mary Aab, guest speaker for the COTF LGBT observance. Aab is a licensed professional counselor and the director of the LGBT Center of Hampton Roads. “I hope that the LGBT movement helps to further change the mindset of many and the rights for LGBT.” The ceremony honored the courageous history of unknown veterans whom, during their service in the Armed Forces, were allowed to serve only by keeping their sexual orientation secret. In 2012, Army Brig. Gen. Tammy Smith, became the first highranking officer to publicly acknowledge her sexuality and come out while still serving and acting as a role model for other service members in the Armed Forces.

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Sailors from Commander, Operational Test and Evaluation Force (COTF) held a command wide observance ceremony in honor and support of Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual and Transgender (LGBT) Pride Month, June 16.

Established in 2009 for the month of June, LGBT Pride Month promotes and encourages a celebration of honesty and openness within the LGBT community. The LGBT movement was later strengthened by the repeal of the 2010 Don’t Ask, Don’t Tell Act creating a landmark for our country’s service members and allowing gay, lesbian and bisexuals to serve openly in the Armed Forces.

“There have been tremendous strides in the Armed Forces and throughout the country in regards to LGBT equality,” said Yeoman 2nd Class David Olvera. “The goal of our presentation is to help educate and raise awareness on major issues, both past and present that members of the LGBT community have faced.”

More than 30 participants, to include service members and civilians from Commander, Operational Test and Evaluation Force, gathered together to learn, discuss and commemorate the sacrifice and struggle that the LGBT community has faced.

“All people deserve to live with dignity and respect, free from fear and violence, and protected against discrimination, regardless of their gender identity or sexual orientation,” quoted from President Obama’s presidential proclamation, May 29.

“During Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, and Transgender Pride Month, we celebrate the proud legacy (that) LGBT individuals have woven into the fabric of our Nation.”

Earlier this year, revisions to the DOD military equal opportunity policy was completed, updating the polity to include sexual orientation, and compelling the DOD to hold the

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Through these monthly observances, every effort is made to increase awareness, mutual respect and understanding of that month’s designated observance, as well as promote crosscultural and cross-gender awareness, said Olvera. The benefits of these trainings contribute to the harmony among all military members, their families and the civilian workforce.

The LGBT observance was organized by the COTF’s multicultural heritage committee and concluded with a ceremonial cake-cutting by Aab, the guest speaker, and Olvera, master of ceremony.

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Seaton added that due to the distance from where he currently lives and where she is assigned, it helps to keep their bond strong.

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Lincoln’s commanding officer also wrote a letter of appreciation to Seaton’s father thanking him for supporting his daughter.

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Sailors launch an F/A-18F Super Hornet, assigned to the “Jolly Rogers” of Strike Fighter Squadron (VFA) 103, from the flight deck of aircraft carrier USS Harry S. Truman (CVN 75).

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Truman underway conducting Tailored Ship’s Training Availability

U.S. Navy photos Above: Air Traffic Controller 3rd Class A. J. Haynes lifts weights during the “Iron Biathlon” event in the hangar bay of aircraft carrier USS Harry S. Truman (CVN 75). Right: Lt. M. J. Carr checks the status of a patient during a mass casualty drill in the hangar bay of aircraft carrier USS Harry S. Truman (CVN 75).

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Sailors heave a shot-line from Military Sealift Command dry cargo and ammunition ship USNS William McLean from the hangar bay of aircraft carrier USS Harry S. Truman (CVN 75).

Sailors engage in a simulated aircraft fire in the hangar bay of aircraft carrier USS Harry S. Truman (CVN 75).

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P2P

‘THC e-cigs have legal, health and law enforcement consequences’

E-CIGS |

| New

system will prevent ships from being overcharged

Continued from front

Continued from front husbanding agents, ranging from pilot services to supplies; barriers to manage tour routes; cell phones, vehicles, and more.

Procurement and payment processes for Logistics Request (LOGREQs) have historically been done at the local ship level, but soon there will be a new way to pay for these and other items and port services using Procure-to-Pay (P2P), an off-ship payment process. In fact, the entire end-to-end husbanding process is being revamped, of which P2P is the final step.

With the old process, the Navy contracted with a regional husbanding service provider (HSP). The ship sent a LOGREQ directly to the HSP vendor and upon pulling into port, the HSP provided the goods and services requested. The HSP gave the ship an invoice, the supply department reviewed and processed it, and the disbursing officer paid the husbanding agent directly. Often times it’s a rushed process that can put undue pressure on the supply department to get the goods and services paid for before pulling out of port. Additionally, the invoices received from the vendor were often estimates and not final bills.

Under the new system, there is still a regional HSP contract; however, now ships send a standardized-by-ship class LOGREQ to their respective numbered fleet to review and approve

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MCSN Zhiwei Tan The amphibious assault ship USS Wasp (LHD 1) arrives in Port Everglades, Florida, to participate in Fleet Week Port Everglades 2015.

the items and services requested.

Any deviation from the standardized list must be justified and approved.

A Fleet Logistics Center (FLC) warranted contracting officer gets a quote for the requested goods and services from the husbanding agent and places the order for the ship after determining that the prices are fair and reasonable.

When the ship pulls into port, the supply department can now focus on ensuring they have received all the items and services they’ve requested.

Accuracy is key, particularly for services that are based on volume, like water or waste removal. Designated receipt inspectors ensure that the quantity being received matches the quantity on the vendor receipts.

Before the husbanding agent is paid, a “three-way match” must take place.

The supply department provides the ship’s receipt information, with quantities circled, signed by the supply officer and dated, to the numbered fleet contracting officer representative (COR) who then compares it against the original contract. The third piece is the invoice submitted by the husbanding agent into the online Invoicing, Receipt, Acceptance, and Property Transfer (iRAPT) system used for validating invoices and certifying for payment. After verifying that the con-

tract, receipt, and invoice all match, Defense Financing and Accounting Service (DFAS) One-Pay, pays the service provider via electronic funds transfer (EFT) straight to the vendor’s bank account.

The new system will prevent ships from being overcharged for services they receive or charged for items or services they did not accept. HSPs will no longer be paid directly by the ship, which will allow supply departments to focus their efforts on ensuring accurate receipts and allow them to execute a successful port visit.

So far, a patrol craft, destroyer, amphibious assault ship and a submarine have tested the new P2P process. USS Wasp used P2P during their visit to Port Everglades for Fleet Week in May. “P2P was very effective on our recent port visit to New Orleans,” said Cmdr. Jose Feliz, USS Wasp supply officer. “The process helped ease some of the administrative steps my supply department had to take associated with the port visits.”

Over the next few months, a carrier, cruiser, mine countermeasure ship, littoral combat ship, dock landing ship, and amphibious transport dock will continue to test the process in U.S. 5th Fleet, U.S. 7th Fleet and throughout the U.S.

| Local commands

will be first to test new system Continued from front “If a diver were to get trapped, I can now know exactly where he is,” said Everage. “I can point another diver to him. I know how much air he has left, while he is doing his regular day to day job, and for decompression in the event of an emergency.”

Commands from around the Virginia Beach area will be some of the first to test the new system and practice putting it into use before it can be used for mission essential dives.

PIA

Everage went on to explain that although the current procedures that divers and dive supervisors use to communicate with each other does work and has worked for many years, it is beneficial for them to have the opportunity to step into a new technological area of diving.

This will enable a move forward for the safety and capabilities of Navy divers.

“When our divers go under, the dive supervisors have to rely on that diver to know what is going on,” said

MC2 Benjamin Wooddy Gene Garcia, a representative for the new Diver 6 system, explains pieces of the Diver 6 to Sailors from various diving communities before a practice dive on June 17.

Everage. “It works, and we’ve done it for years, but any way we can advance into a new era is a great benefit to our community.”

| Bush maintenance to last eight months

Continued from front In addition to the VCHT upgrades, the work package includes installing two new sponsons, which are platforms extending from the hull of the ship to house the carrier’s Close-In Weapons System (CIWS).

The sponsons will be fabricated by a contractor and then installed using a floating crane.

Bush will be pierside, and the

sponsons will be installed while the ship is in the water, something that has never been done before, according to Jeff Burchett, deputy project superintendent.

Bush is scheduled to complete its availability at NNSY, March 8.

NNSY completed the first PIA on Bush in December 2012, returning the aircraft carrier to the fleet two days early and under budget.

NNSY is one of the largest ship-

yards in the world specializing in repairing, overhauling and modernizing ships and submarines. It’s the oldest and largest industrial facility that belongs to the Navy. Under Naval Sea System Command’s (NAVSEA) “One Shipyard” concept, the naval shipyards level the workload and mobilize the work force across the yards to best ready the fleet and stabilize a vital industrial base for our nation’s defense.

A 2011 study released by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention reported that about one in five U.S. adult cigarette smokers have tried an electronic cigarette.

Of course with such high usage numbers, there exists a great opportunity for misuse or even illegal use note legal, health and law enforcement professionals at Naval Submarine Base New London (SUBASE).

“E-cigs,” as they are commonly called as well as personal vaporizers (PVs) are essentially electronic nicotine delivery systems providing battery-powered doses of nicotine and other additives to the user in an aerosol.

Some of those other additives can be THC (delta-9-tetrahydrocannabinol, the mind-altering chemical from the cannabis plant that gets one “high”) according to Lt. j.g. Ashley Belyea, a command services attorney stationed at SUBASE’s Region Legal Service Office.

Products containing THC are now marketed for e-cigs as “hash oil,” “cannabis oil,” and “marijuana oil.” Use of such products by Navy personnel is illegal and can raise a host of problems.

“Limited regulations and online ordering of such oils make it easier for Sailors to gain access to THC,” said Belyea. “So this technological innovation that’s the e-cig can impact drug use, good order and discipline, and the health and safety of our Sailors.”

The tell-tale smell of burning cannabis is almost impossible to detect when it’s transformed into THC oil for e-cigs, and it’s also often masked by the smell of flavors such as “strawberry” and “chocolate,” notes Belyea. Moreover, she points out that THC is often more concentrated in its oil form.

“Because the concentration levels can be significantly higher with THC oil in an e-cig, a Sailor can receive dangerously high levels of THC very quickly,” said Belyea. “And if using a laced e-cig at a party or bar, a Sailor may have no idea how concentrated the dose is.”

Ingesting high doses of THC can pose severe health risks cautions Lt. Cmdr. Michael Sracic, a medical doctor and the Public Health Department Head at Naval Branch Health Clinic Groton.

“THC use results in a wide range of effects, both physical and mental,” said Sracic. “High dosage can lead to issues beyond breathing problems and illnesses. Hallucinations paranoia, increased heart rate, and the chance of heart attack could all result.”

Lt. Cmdr. James Hegarty, department head for Behavioral Health at NBHC, expressed his deep concerns as well, especially for synthetic versions of THC that are marketed as “safe” or “legal” alternatives to cannabis or marijuana.

“The really scary part here is that both the civilian and military communities alike are seeing devastating effects from Spice and synthetic THC usage,” said Hegarty. “Many users begin to experience severe paranoia, hallucinations, agitation, seizures and various cardiovascular effects. It can be the first time you try it, or the 20th, either way people who chose to experiment with these synthetic drugs are playing a game of Russian roulette. Every time someone tries it, there is simply no way to know exactly what it’s laced with or how it is going to interact with your genetics. Sadly, in some cases these effects can be permanent. Some users have fundamentally changed their lives forever.”

Laced e-gigs are a problem that Naval Criminal Investigative Service (NCIS), special agent, Nate O’Connor, often sees as he works on the front lines of drug abuse and trafficking.

“It’s crucial that Sailors know exactly what is in an e-cig before they inhale,” said O’Connor. “Whether the e-cig belongs to you or not, it is your responsibility to know what is in the e-cig. Lack of knowledge is not an excuse, and you will be investigated.”

That Sailor will also be accountable, highlights Belyea.

“The Navy has ‘Zero Tolerance’ for drug abuse,” said Belyea. “THC is an illegal drug as far as the Navy is concerned. It’s screened for during urinalysis, and users are essentially ending their Navy careers.”

Belyea, Sracic, and O’Connor all warn that, despite their popularity, e-cigs offer a great opportunity for misuse or even illegal use.

“Sailors defend the Constitution so choosing to use an e-cigarette is their right and a freedom of choice,” said O’Connor.

“However, no matter the intent or situation, THC e-cig ingestion has legal, health and law enforcement consequences.”

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It is fortunate for us and the people of Savusavu, since this type of service is hard to get.” -Cathy, a Fijian resident

By Air Force Senior Airman Peter Reft Pacific Partnership 2015 Public Affairs

SAVUSAVU, FIJI

U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Peter Reft

PACIFIC PARTNERSHIP 2015 VETERINARY PERSONNEL TREAT FIJIAN PETS AT ANIMAL CLINIC The Afloat Forward Staging Base (Interim) USS Ponce (ASB(I) 15) conducts an operational demonstration of the Office of Naval Research (ONR)sponsored Laser Weapon System (LaWS) while deployed to the Arabian Gulf.

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NSWC Dahlgren Laser Weapon System team wins award

By John Joyce Naval Surface Warfare Center Dahlgren Division

DAHLGREN, VA.

The Navy’s Laser Weapon System (LaWS) engineering team received the 2014 Dr. Delores M. Etter Top Scientists and Engineers of the Year Award for groundbreaking research, Naval Surface Warfare Center Dahlgren Divi-

sion (NSWCDD) announced, June 19.

Assistant Secretary of the Navy for Research, Development and Acquisition, Sean Stackley, presented the award to the NSWCDD team that researched, developed and installed the Laser Weapon System on board USS Ponce (AFSB[I] 15).

“These awards are a tribute to the exemplary scientists and engineers who dedicate their

energy and talent to making sure our warfighters have the scientific and technological edge they need at sea, in the air and on the battlefield,” said Office of Naval Research (ONR) Executive Director, Dr. Walter Jones, after a Pentagon ceremony last week.

The Delores M. Etter Top Scientists and Engineers Award recognizes Navy and Marine Corps civilian and military personnel for exceptional science and engineering achievements.

Etter, formerly an assistant secretary of the Navy for research, development and acquisition, now presides over the Caruth Institute for Engineer-

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CARAT 2015 begins in the Philippines

SECNAV completes visit to Estonia

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PUERTO PRINCESA, PHILIPPINES

TALLINN, ESTONIA

Members of the Navy and Marine Corps along with their Armed Forces of the Philippines (AFP) counterparts kicked off the 2015 Cooperation Afloat Readiness and Training (CARAT) exercise series during an opening ceremony in Puerto Princesa, Philippines, June 22.

The AFP have participated in CARAT since the exercise series began in 1995 and this year’s training reflects more than two decades of increasingly sophisticated training ashore, at sea, and in the air.

“CARAT remains a practical way to address shared maritime security priorities, enhance our capabilities, and improve interoperability

between our forces,” said Rear Adm. William Merz, commander, Task Force 74. “We look forward to operating alongside our Philippine partners as we celebrate the 21st anniversary of the CARAT exercise series.”

Secretary of the Navy Ray Mabus met with Commander of the Estonian Navy, Capt. Sten Sepper, aboard the Estonian Navy’s flagship minesweeper ENS Admiral Cowan, June 19.

While aboard, Mabus was briefed on regional security issues and the Estonian Navy’s minesweeping capabilities.

Estonian participation in multinational exercises such as BALTOPS, OPEN SPIRIT and SABER STRIKE was another topic of discussion during Mabus’ meeting with Sepper and other Estonian officials.

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MC1 Jay C. Pugh Philippine Col. Laut M. Zaenal, left, and Navy Capt.

Curtis Gilbert, exchange official minutes of the Cooperation Afloat Readiness and Training Indonesia initial planning conference.

Animal Fiji volunteers and the Military Sealift Command hospital ship USNS Mercy (T-AH 19) medical personnel performed surgeries and other treatments for local pets and stray animals at the Ministry of Health and Animal Fiji clinic in Savusavu, Fiji, June 16, during Pacific Partnership 2015 (PP15).

Pet owners gathered at the treatment facilities to nurse sick dogs and cats back to health and have them spayed or neutered. Mercy crew members and clinic volunteers offered medical services free of charge to local residents who expressed their gratitude for the veterinary teams.

“This is great for my dog Aero,” said Cathy, a Fijian resident. “And it is fortunate for us and the people of Savusavu, since this type of service is hard to get.”

Fijian and U.S. personnel treated and performed surgeries on 23 family pets and stray animals. By providing medical treatment to the animals, both the Fiji and U.S. veterinary teams gained knowledge and experience from working together.

“I loved meeting the local people and teaching them about tool sterilization, intubation, and other preparation steps for animal surgery,” said Army Sgt. Charina Hocag, a veterinary technician from the Philippines.

Hocag added she was pleased to teach animal treatment not only to Fijian veterinary students, but also Navy hospital corpsmen who had no experience in animal handling.

Army Capt. Melissa North, a veterinarian from Carson, California, performed surgeries with the aid of Fijian veterinarians.

“My favorite thing about this project was the appreciation everyone has shown and being able to work with host nation vets who have so much experience,” said North. “And they are helping me learn how to improve my surgical techniques and how to be more efficient.”

The Military Sealift Command hospital ship USNS Mercy (T-AH 19) is currently in Savusavu, Fiji, for its first mission port of PP15. Pacific Partnership is in its tenth iteration and is the largest annual multilateral humanitarian assistance and disaster relief preparedness mission conducted in the Indo-AsiaPacific region. While training for crisis conditions, Pacific Partnership missions to date have provided medical care to approximately 270,000 patients and veterinary services to more than 38,000 animals.

Additionally, PP15 has provided critical infrastructure development to host nations through the completion of more than 180 engineering projects.

Top photo: A Fijian veterinary student, along with Navy and Army medical personnel, prepare a dog for surgery at the Ministry of Agriculture building at Savusavu.

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TIPS FOR BETTER COLLEGE VISITS

By Lisa Smith Molinari Military Spouse Contributor

Listen up, hallowed halls. Take note, institutions of higher learning. Lend me your ears, foundations of educational excellence.

You may think you know it all, but even the snootiest universities could use a few words of sage advice from the parents of prospective applicants. I’ll admit, we search for glasses that are perched on our heads, forget to defrost the pork chops, and wander around trying to remember why we came upstairs, but take heed: parents are experts when it comes to what makes a good college visit.

With one kid already in college, one graduating from high school next year, and one graduating in three years, my Navy husband and I are in that frazzled state of parenthood marked by financial panic, misplaced dreams and rapid debt accumulation. But our strong parental instinct drives us to blindly ignore our Chapter 11 premonitions and encourage our children to pursue their educational goals.

Last week, I spent three days going to information sessions and campus tours with our middle child. We learned a lot on our college visit odyssey, and feel it is our duty to pass these Five Tips on to college admissions officials across the nation. #1. Free stuff. That’s right, we’re not too proud to admit that we like getting stuff for

free. Pens, key chains, lanyards, whatever.

We’ve driven a gazillion miles, stayed overnight in questionable motels, and were fed like cattle through breakfast buffet lines where we ate pasteurized egg product omelets that could have doubled for brake pads, and cups of coffee that tasted like they were filtered through my son’s gym socks. So yeah, a couple of free pens might be nice. And if you really want to make an impression, why not print us up some cool tshirts and shoot them at us through air cannons like they do at football games? #2. Walk backwards. It’s gimmicky, but we like it when student tour guides walk backwards for the entire campus tour. It keeps us entertained like the daredevil routine at the circus. Will he trip over that curb? Will that branch snag her hair? Why not work in few uneven sidewalk pavers or an open manhole cover to add a touch of suspense? Oh, what fun! #3. Potty breaks. Parents have a plethora of bladder control quirks, so provide plenty of breaks to use the facilities. These are especially important if you generously offered refreshments (we do like free stuff) and don’t want parents exposing themselves on the quad to “water the shrubs.” #4. Point out the elephant in the room. By “charming college town” did you mean that strip mall across the street with the pawnshop and the e-cig emporium? Was that the Hell’s

Angels that just drove by the Student Union?

Even if your bubbly tour guide acted like we were walking the streets of Mayberry, we noticed every sketchy-looking corner, and now can’t stop envisioning our daughter being mugged by some unsavory character on his way back from the methadone clinic. So yeah, let’s talk about it. #5. Get to the point. We may spend the entire day wandering your dappled walkways and ogling your columned architecture, but make no mistake about it – we really just want a school that will make our kid happy and won’t break the bank. So don’t bother going on and on about collaborative research, evolving identities, and transformative enlightenment. Let’s go over financial aid, and I’m not talking loans.

A special note to the Ivy Leagues: Don’t be so stuck up. We have every right to tour your campus, even if we know you’ll never let our kid in. It’s kind of like going to the zoo, except that all the animals are way smarter than we are. Besides, we’re only here because your school was on our way home, and we thought it would be cool to add another pen to our collection.

Currently stationed in Newport, R.I., Lisa is a 20-year Navy spouse and mother of three teenagers, whose award-winning columns appear in military and civilian newspapers nationwide, and on her blog, themeatandpotatoesoflife.com. Follow Lisa @MolinariWrites.

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NEW ‘PEER’ CONSULTATION SERVICE DEBUTS AT MILITARY ONESOURCE

By Terri Moon Cronk DOD News, Defense Media Activity

spouses want to talk with others who are military and understand them,” Hinskton said.

WASHINGTON

A “peer-to-peer” specialty consultation service that began, June 15, offered by Military OneSource, is the newest resource to support and connect service members and their families with professionals who understand the military life, a Defense Department personnel and readiness official said.

In an interview with DOD News, Air Force Lt. Col. Tammy S. Hinskton, director of the non-medical counseling office in personnel and readiness, said peer consultants are or have been connected to the military and have a minimum of a master’s degree.

The military’s unique life, in which deployments, relocations and transitions are a commonplace, makes it essential to find consultants with similar life experiences, she said.

“Service members and their

Service now just a call away Peer Consultants are now accessible at (800) 342-9647, she said, adding that MilitaryOneSource.mil will consider adding different methods of delivery as the program grows.

“We anticipate the service will get better and bigger, and we will add to it as we learn new things and continue to improve it,” Hinskton said.

The consultants are military retirees, reservists, Guardsmen, spouses and separating service members, all of whom have trained in best-support practices at the Defense Centers of Excellence, she said.

No waiting to talk Available for calls at three centers around the U.S., consultants are ready for discussions that could range from an urgent need to just a friendly chat, Hinskton said.

Working around the clock, callers never get an answering service.

“You’ll talk to a live person every time you call,” she said.

And because Military OneSource offers a wide and growing array of resources, consultants can connect callers to the information outlets they might need. “We can provide help in other areas callers didn’t know was available to them,” Hinskton noted.

Service has broad eligibility Active-duty service members, Guardsmen, reservists – regardless of activation status – and family members are eligible to call the service, she said.

Veterans who have been separated from military service for up to 180 days also are eligible, Hinskton said.

If a veteran calls after the 180-day cutoff, “we will give them a warm handoff to [the Department of Veterans Affairs] and connect them to the support they require there,” she said.

“Although we’re not a crisis line, if

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someone calls in crisis, safety is our number one priority. We will never turn away a person in crisis, but will use all the resources at our disposal to ensure callers get the help they need,” said Hinskton.

Strong troops essential to DOD DOD officials believe the peer consultation service is important because anything that makes a military member stronger, more resilient and ready makes a person able to successfully accomplish the DOD mission, Hinskton said.

“When you have stressors going on that occupy your mind, the consultants will address some of those issues and make referrals [to] further help you deal with them and be able to focus on your mission, which is DOD success,” Hinskton said.

The peer consultant’s goal is to help military people deal with stress, “before the stressors get out of control,” she said. “It’s preventive maintenance for your mental health.”

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Team Navy kicks off 2015 Warrior Games at Marine Corps Base Quantico

By Ens. Marissa A. Cruz Navy Public Affairs Support Element East

QUANTICO, VA.

I’m so excited to be here.

Being selected for Team Navy has been a real privilege and honor.”

-Lt. Cmdr. Maria Gomez-Mannix

online Follow NWW and Team Navy’s progress on Facebook (www. facebook.com/ navysafeharbor) and Twitter (@ navysafeharbor) for the latest news from the games.

Warrior-athletes competing from the total military force – active, guard and reserve – of the U.S. and U.K came together at Marine Corps Base Quantico to commence the 2015 DOD Warrior Games, June 19.

In previous years, the games were held in Colorado Springs, Colorado, but the change in location to Quantico is a welcome one.

Capt. Brent Breining, director of Navy Wounded Warrior – Safe Harbor, which sponsors Team Navy, explained the benefit of the new location.

“The support from our senior leaders in Washington, D.C., is very important. This year we’re getting a lot more representation from senior leaders because of the proximity to D.C.,” Breining said. “It’s exciting for us to have SECDEF [Secretary of Defense] opening it up and showing his support for wounded warriors.”

Spectators also were excited to see this demonstration of support.

As Josh Mason of Washington, D.C., explained, “It was outstanding to see all levels of DOD represented today, supporting our nation’s heroes.”

In addition to the high-ranking DOD speakers at the ceremony, Sen. Tim Kaine, D-Va., and Vice Chief of Naval Operations (VCNO) Adm. Michelle Howard, were among the spectators who came out to encourage athletes.

The goal of the DOD Warrior Games is not necessarily to identify the most skilled athletes, but rather to demonstrate the incredible potential of wounded warriors through competitive sports. Team Navy’s athletes embody this potential in their positive attitudes

MC2 Sean P. La Marr Wounded warriors learn proper form and movement methods for volleyball during the first day of the 2015 Navy Wounded Warrior–Safe Harbor Introductory Adaptive Sports Clinic at Naval Station Mayport.

and athletic abilities.

Lt. Cmdr. Maria Gomez-Mannix of Hamden, Connecticut, described her anticipation for the games.

“I’m so excited to be here. Being selected for Team Navy has been a real privilege and honor,” said GomezMannix. She competed in last year’s Invictus Games in London, winning a bronze medal in women’s shotput, but this is her first DOD Warrior Games.

She will be competing in the shooting, standing shotput, standing discus throwing and seated volleyball events.

Beyond athletic accomplishments, the games represent a significant part of the recovery process for participating service members.

The 2015 DOD Warrior Games symbolize to all wounded, ill and injured service members and veterans across the nation and around the world that individuals can recover from serious injury or illness and lead fulfilling, productive and inspiring lives.

Retired Lt. Steven Simmons of Perry, Ohio, is one such example. In addition to preparing at wounded warrior training camps, Simmons recently competed in the Salt Lake City Marathon on a hand cycle. He will be competing

in the archery, cycling, track and field, and wheelchair basketball events at the games.

Simmons declared his excitement for the unique balance between competition and camaraderie that exists at the games.

“I’m looking forward to seeing all the branches come together, including our U.K. brothers and sisters who are here, and seeing everyone prepared to represent their service and their country, and put forth their best effort,” said Simmons.

Secretary of Defense, Ashton Carter, provided inspiring opening remarks to the athletes, caregivers, family, friends and spectators assembled at the opening ceremony for the games. He highlighted the important link that adaptive sports programs provide to recovering service members.

“You are the pinnacle of DOD adaptive sports programs ... activities that have helped our men and women heal together in mind, body and soul,” Carter affirmed.

Adaptive sports and reconditioning activities help enable healing through a holistic approach throughout the recovery and reintegration process: mentally,

emotionally, spiritually, physically and, most importantly, socially – as service members and veterans share and learn through their common experiences.

“As you run, shoot and swim in competition for the prized Chairman’s Cup, each of you is a testament to the healing power of sport. Sports provide a place to come together, to learn, to grow, to rehabilitate,” Carter said. “Sports keep us going. They can fuel a sense of purpose, and they can remind us that we can get back up, dust off our uniforms and push ourselves to our limits once again.”

Forty wounded warrior athletes are competing on behalf of Team Navy this year. The Warrior Games take place June 19-28, and approximately 250 service members with upperbody, lower-body, spinal cord injuries, traumatic brain injuries, visual impairments, serious illnesses and post-traumatic stress will compete in archery, wheelchair basketball, cycling, shooting, swimming, track and field, and sitting volleyball.

In addition to winners in each event, there will be an Ultimate Champion competition in a pentathlon format, as well as a Chairman’s Cup award for the top-performing service branch.

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Son of U.S. Navy diver reconnects with father’s legacy, memories

By Jacqui L. Barker Public Affairs Specialist, NSWC PCD

PANAMA CITY, FLA.

Capt. Charles “Black Bart” Bartholomew’s legacy is alive and well, as witnessed, June 15, when his son, Cris, his wife and his four children toured the Home of Military Diving in Panama City, during the Year of the Military Diver.

Bartholomew was a 1961 graduate of the U.S. Naval Academy and the Webb Institute of Naval Architecture. He served as the Navy Experimental Diving Unit (NEDU) commanding officer from 19771980, and later as the Director of Ocean Engineering and Supervisor of Salvage (SUPSALV) in Washington, D.C. He died during a dive in Panama City on November 1990.

While Bartholomew served at NEDU, the family lived in Panama City Beach, Florida, and Cris Bartholomew fondly remembers living in officer housing, playing in the waters of St. Andrew Bay just steps from his back door, and visiting his father at work. Cris and his family now live in Elk Grove, California.

“I remember my dad telling me we were going to have people over and he would give me a gunny sack and tell me to go fill it with oysters from the (St. Andrew) Bay. I remember I was so excited about coming back to Panama City on different orders, so that we would have had a bigger, better house right there and I wanted that specific room,” he said, pointing to a neighboring officer’s home that also overlooked what is today the “new” Hathaway Bridge.

While visiting NEDU and the house he once lived in as a child, Cris discovered how some parts of his childhood remained the same, like NEDU, where he was able to see his father’s legacy on a record breaking deep dive board, that still holds true today, from 1979. Cris was able to share his father’s dive contributions with his children, “Black Bart’s” grandchildren. Cris’ older son, Charles, was named after his grandfather.

“I remember him telling me I should come down here (to NEDU) because they were breaking a world record and that it would be really neat to see,” said Cris. “I’m glad I did.”

That was one of the record setting deep dives set in 1979 when NEDU divers conducted a dive to a simulated depth of 1,800 feet in the Ocean Simulation Facility, or OSF. The OSF simulates ocean conditions to a maximum pressure equivalent of 2,250 feet seawater (fsw) at any salinity level. The chamber complex consists of a 55,000-gallon wet chamber and five interconnected dry living/working chambers totaling 3,300 cubic feet of space. Wet and dry chamber temperatures can be set from 28 to 104 °F. Saturation dives can be performed for more than 30 days of continuous exposure in the OSF. Throughout Cris’ family tour of the Naval Diving and Salvage Training (NDSTC), NEDU, and the Naval Surface Warfare Center Panama City Division (NSWC PCD), active duty and retired divers reached out to shake Cris’ hand and to tell him what his father meant to them and the Navy diving community.

“What your dad did for us was amazing. You’re royalty to us,” said NEDU Command Master Diver, (MDV/SG) Louis Deflice.

“Your dad was the real deal.”

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Katherine Mapp Navy Experimental Diving Unit (NEDU) Command Master Diver (MDV/SG) Louis Deflice, speaks to the family of former NEDU Commanding Officer, Capt. Charles “Black Bart” Bartholomew, during a Home of Military Diving tour, June 15, in Panama City, Florida.

and Life Support Technical Program Manager, Wes Hughson, dive systems, like the MK 3 light weight dive system, are used today in the Navy because of Capt. Bartholomew’s efforts.

“This is his legacy today,” said Hughson, pointing to the MK 29 semi-closed circuit surface supplied dive prototype, affectionately referred to as “Eugene.” “Capt.

Bartholomew was the one who promoted the use of and pushed for the development of lighter weight dive systems.”

At NDSTC, Cris and his family saw dive systems used by his father and learned that back in the mid-

1970s, there were multiple dive schools in the Navy. Today, there is only NDSTC. Capt. Bartholomew had extensive salvage experience in Vietnam and also participated in salvage projects to include the Challenger Space Shuttle, United Airlines Flight 811, Air India and even in the Navy’s effort to support the Exxon Valdez oil spill cleanup effort.

“Man, we love him. His book ‘Mud, Muscle, and Miracles’ was awesome,” said retired Navy Diver 1stt Class Daniel Hilyard. “If he was alive, no doubt, he would have made admiral.”

COAST GUARD OVERSEES OIL SPILL IN BALTIMORE USCG Public Affairs Detachment Baltimore BALTIMORE

The Coast Guard oversaw a response to an oil spill, June 18, at CP Crane Generating Station in Baltimore.

Watchstanders at Coast Guard Sector Baltimore received a report from the National Response Center of approximately 3,000 gallons of lubrication oil in the discharge canal at CP Crane Generating Station in Baltimore.

“At around 6:30 a.m., approximately 3,000 gallons of lubricating oil was unintentionally into the Crane plant’s discharge canal,” said

Todd Martin, spokesperson for Talen Energy.

“The canal is a man-made, lined structure with equipment in place to capture material in the event of a release.”

Personnel from Maryland Department of the Environment (MDE), Clean Venture, Inc. and Miller Environmental Group were on scene conducting clean up operations, and recovered approximately 2,000 gallons of oil.

Tri-State Bird Rescue and Research personnel were also on scene and assessed the impacts to local wildlife.

“We arrived at about noon and were given two moderately oiled ducklings that were

bright and alert,” said Michelle Neef, oil programs coordinator with Tri-State Bird Rescue and Research. “We were able to conduct a survey where we went about half a mile to the boom. We noticed only one other mallard that had been affected.”

Approximately 2,500 feet of boom is deployed to prevent oil from leaking out of the man-made canal and into the Chesapeake Bay. Areas of visible sheen were reported outside of boom, but were deemed unrecoverable by response personnel.

“Protecting the environment is a fundamental aspect of our operations,” said John Strauch, vice president of plant operations for

Talen Energy. “When the malfunction was identified, our technicians took immediate steps to stop the source of the leak and contain the lubricating oil. Their actions, combined with the assistance of the Coast Guard, MDE, our environmental consultants and local wildlife specialists, preserved and protected the Chesapeake Bay ecosystem.”

“Talen Energy and CP Crane Generating Station have highlighted the value of having an effective response plan,” said Cmdr. Michael Keane, chief of response at Coast Guard Sector Baltimore. “Their pre-staged equipment and quick response actions ensured minimal environmental impact.”

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| Won Dr. Delores M. Etter

Top Scientists and Engineers Awards Continued from B1 ing Education at Southern Methodist University.

The NSWCDD LaWS Team award recipients were Joseph Barrasse, Ronald Flatley, Theresa Gennaro, David McCormick, David Newton, Melissa Olson, Dr. Robert Pawlak, Gunendran Sivapragasam, and David Sullins. In addition, Lt. Cmdr.

Michael Putnam from the Naval Sea System Command (NAVSEA) Ship Design & Engineering directorate received the award. “We’re very proud of our Laser Weapon System Team,â€? said Capt. Brian Durant, NSWCDD commanding ofďŹ cer. “This outstanding team worked long hours – many deployed away from home and family – to advance technology and enable the Navy’s ďŹ rst deployment of a high energy laser weapon. Their achievements are the perfect example of NSWC Dahlgren Division’s ability to design, develop, and install innovative and integrated solutions aboard warships.â€?

Navy leaders have made

John F. Williams MCC Peter D. Lawlor Sean J. Stackley, assistant secretary of the Navy for research, develChief of Naval Operations, Adm. Jonathan Greenert, gets a ďŹ rsthand look at the directed energy Laser opment, and acquisition, is joined by Dr. Delores M. Etter as he recWeapon System (LaWS) aboard the interim aoat forward staging base USS Ponce (AFSB(I) 15) before ognizes the Laser Weapon System (LaWS) engineering team from an all-hands call with Sailors and Military Sealift Command crew members aboard the Ponce. the Naval Surface Warfare Center Dahlgren Division (NSWC-DD) during the 2014 Dr. Delores M. Etter Top Scientists and Engineers During the tests, LaWS weapon performed awlessly, “asymmetric threats,â€? which Awards ceremony at the Pentagon.

directed-energy weapons a top priority to counter what they call asymmetric threats, including unmanned and light aircraft and small attack boats that could be used to deny U.S. forces access to certain areas.

High-energy lasers offer an affordable and safe way to target these threats at the speed of light with extreme precision and an unlimited magazine, experts say.

ONR ofďŹ cials announced in a Dec. 10, 2014, news re-

lease that LaWS – a cuttingedge weapon that brings signiďŹ cant new capabilities to America’s Sailors and Marines – was for the ďŹ rst time successfully deployed and operated aboard a naval vessel in the Arabian Gulf.

The LaWS team worked with Sailors aboard Ponce to demonstrate a laser weapon working aboard a deployed U.S. Navy ship while operating seamlessly with existing ship defense systems.

NEPMU-7 supports annual Baltic Operations exercise This is a milestone for our unit, it is fantastic to see our personnel out there supporting the operating forces. This is what we are trained to do.� -Capt. Juliann Althoff

By HM3 Jay Cherluck Navy Environmental and Preventive Medicine 7 Public Affairs

USTKA, POLAND

Two preventive medicine technicians (PMTs) from Navy Environmental Preventive Medicine Unit (NEPMU) 7, deployed to provide public health support in preparation for the annual Baltic Operations (BALTOPS) 2015, June 5-20.

BALTOPS is an annual, multinational exercise to enhance maritime capabilities and interoperability with partner nations to promote maritime safety and security in the Baltic Sea. This was NEPMU-7’s ďŹ rst boots on the ground mission since being re-commissioned last June after a seven-year hiatus, as well as its ďŹ rst embedded operation with Commander, Naval Expeditionary Task Force Europe and Africa (CTF) 68.

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“NEPMU-7 demonstrated full operational capability on their ďŹ rst deployment,â€? said Capt. Joseph Polanin, commodore of CTF-68. “[The support was] a huge force multiplier for our task group and adjacent commands.â€?

The two-man PMT team arrived a week prior to the start of the exercise to conduct an initial assessment at Camp Gorsko. The purpose of the camp assessment and public health support for the exercise proactively ensures personnel will have safe and adequate drinking water, food, living spaces, hygiene facilities, and information on public health risks. Within a week of the camp assessment, NATO forces made Camp Gorsko their temporary home for the duration of the operation. “Keeping troops safe during any training exercise or combat mission is important and NEPMU-7 provides the commander another layer

of safety. They ďŹ nd the hidden dangers by conducting ďŹ eld surveys and presenting solutions to leadership to keep troops safe from the unseen enemy, “disease,â€? said Lt. Cmdr. Bob Morrison, assistant ofďŹ cer in charge, Naval Forces Europe, Detachment Maritime Ashore Support Team.

The PMTs rigorous inspection and monitoring of the camp aims to mitigate risk and prevent disease that can threaten the health of forces participating in the exercise and ultimately hinder the success of military operations. “This is a milestone for our unit, it is fantastic to see our personnel out there supporting the operating forces,â€? said Capt. Juliann Althoff, ofďŹ cer in charge, NEPMU-7. “This is what we are trained to do.â€?

NEMPU-7, located in Rota, Spain, provides theatrewide preventive medicine support to Navy and Marine Corps forces and joint and combined military operations throughout Europe, Africa and the Middle East. Whether it’s a request for information or a request for forces, the team’s highly skilled and trained professionals are always ready.

– a collaborative effort between ONR, NAVSEA, Naval Research Laboratory, NSWCDD, and industry partners – hit targets mounted aboard a speeding oncoming small boat, shot down a Scan Eagle unmanned aerial vehicle (UAV), and destroyed other moving targets at sea.

Navy video of the testing: https://www.youtube.com/ watch?v=D0DbgNju2wE? Ponce Sailors – trained by the NSWCDD team on LaWS operation – reported the

including in adverse weather conditions of high winds, heat and humidity. They noted the system exceeded expectations for both reliability and maintainability.

The system is operated by a video-game like controller, and can address multiple threats using a range of escalating options, from non-lethal measures such as optical “dazzling� and disabling, to lethal destruction if necessary. It could prove to be a pivotal asset against

CARAT 2015

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exercise in South, Southeast Asia Continued from B1 CARAT Philippines will take place from June 22-26 on the ground in Puerto Princesa and in the waters and airspace of the Sulu Sea. The exercise will focus on combined operations at sea, mobile dive and salvage training, coastal riverine operations, and maritime patrol and reconnaissance and will feature the inaugural participation of littoral combat ship USS Fort Worth (LCS 3), along with rescue and salvage ship USNS Safeguard (T-ARS-50), and forward-deployed P-3 Orion aircraft.

Additionally, personnel from both nations will also exchange best practices on naval tactics during a series of military seminars ashore. Numerous civil action projects, community service events, and joint military band engagements are also planned in the local Puerto Princesa community. “We are pleased to host our U.S. Navy partners in Puerto Princesa City this year for CARAT Philippines 2015,� said Rear Adm. Leopoldo Alano, commander of the Philip-

include small attack boats and UAVs. NSWCDD, a NAVSEA warfare center division, is a premier research and development center that serves as a specialty site for weapon system integration. The command’s unique ability to rapidly introduce new technology into complex warďŹ ghting systems is based on its longstanding competencies in science and technology, research and development, and test and evaluation.

pine Fleet. “This is a great training opportunity for both nations to gain valuable experience and increase our interoperability.�

Now in its 21st year, CARAT is the premier naval engagement in South and Southeast Asia. The bilateral and multilateral exercises provide a regional venue to develop strong maritime partnerships that contribute to the greater peace and stability of the region. “CARAT is a terriďŹ c venue to strengthen our relationship with the AFP and to enhance at-sea readiness through a twoday underway phase,â€? said Capt. H.B. Le, deputy commodore, Destroyer Squadron (DESRON) 7. “Not only is this the ďŹ rst CARAT of 2015, but it’s also the ďŹ rst time an LCS has participated in CARAT Philippines. We’re looking forward to getting Fort Worth out to sea and operating hull-to-hull with BRP Ramon Alcaraz, BRP Gregorio del Pilar and BRP Apolinario Mabini.â€?

Following CARAT Philippines, additional bilateral phases of CARAT will occur from July through November 2015 with Bangladesh, Brunei, Cambodia, Indonesia, Malaysia, Singapore, Thailand and Timor-Leste.

Each CARAT exercise features several days of shore-based exchanges, professional symposia and tactical scenarios culminating in combined training at sea. Phases vary based on exercise locations, mutual training goals and participating assets.

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B6 | THE FLAGSHIP | JUN 25, 2015 | FLAGSHIPNEWS.COM High school students participate in a hydrolab activity during the 2015 U.S. Naval Academy Summer Seminar.

The six-day seminar teaches the young students about life at the Naval Academy, where academics, athletics, and military training play equally important roles in developing our nation’s leaders.

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USNA HOSTS SUMMER SEMINAR 2015

By MC2 Nathan Wilkes U.S. Naval Academy Public Affairs

ANNAPOLIS, MD.

The U.S. NavalAcademy (USNA) hosted the 2015 Summer Seminar program for potential Academy candidates May 30 through June 18.

The seminar, which runs for three separate weeks in the month of June, is a fast-paced, six-day preliminary application experience offered to high school seniors.

Summer Seminar teaches the young students about life at the Naval Academy, where academics, athletics, and military training play equally important roles in developing our nation’s leaders.

“It is important for rising seniors to make the most of their summer and explore their future educational opportunities,” said Karin Dolan, USNA Admissions. “By attending our Summer Seminar program, the applicants can really see if they enjoy Academy life and make an informed decision on where to apply to, and ultimately attend college.”

The Summer Seminar program

MC2 Jonathan L. Correa More than 280 high school students from around the country sing Blue and Gold at the conclusion of the 2015 U.S. Naval Academy Summer Seminar in Alumni Hall.

offers opportunities for seniors to challenge their limits, get outside of their comfort zone, and learn new things about themselves, the military, and the Academy.

“The summer seminar is an applicable experience of how things work here at the Academy,” said Midshipman 3rd Class Matt Tumelty. “Everything the rising seniors experience during their time

here, the physical training, military knowledge, and hands-on academics shows what the Academy is all about.”

During their stay, students experience all aspects of the Naval Academy including the physical and academic program, and midshipman life. Students receive an overview of Navy and Marine Corps service options throughout the week and

during a Sea Trials-inspired activity.

“Each participant has an opportunity to see firsthand what the Academy has to offer through its exceptional academic, athletic, extracurricular activities and leadership training programs,” said Dolan.

“By staying in Bancroft Hall, dining in King Hall and utilizing the athletic facilities, students get to experience all aspects of USNA and how it would be to attend college here.”

For those students who are interested in attending the Academy after their high school graduation, the Summer Seminar program also acts as the preliminary application to USNA. During their stay, the students have the chance to meet with admissions counselors and ask questions or get clarification on the admissions process.

“The whole experience is really neat and I’m learning a lot about the Academy and thinking about applying,” said Cory Michell, a Virginia native. “The seminar is fantastic and gets tougher, but more rewarding each day. I feel that I can really see myself coming here in the future.”

■ about the program The Naval Academy Summer Seminar Program is offered exclusively to young men and women who have just completed their junior year of high school.

Selection is dependent upon the overall qualification of the student and the Academy’s need to meet complete geographic representation.

During the session, the students also have an opportunity to complete the Candidate Fitness Assessment, which is part of their USNA application. They also attend a wide variety of academic workshops that provide a glimpse of the curriculum offered at USNA. “This is all pretty brand new to me, but it has been a great experience,” said Chris Gouin, from Atlanta. “I’m interested in coming to the Academy to study engineering and this is a great way to get a feeling for what the Academy does and how they teach here.”

Naval War College Forum examines security issues in contested environment

By Daniel L. Kuester U.S. Naval War College Public Affairs

NEWPORT, R.I.

The U.S. Naval War College (NWC) hosted its 66th annual Current Strategy Forum (CSF), June 16-17, bringing together national security experts from military, academia, government and private industry.

As the annual capstone event for the academic year, this year’s theme examined maritime security issues in a contested environment.

“The Current Strategy Forum is all about the students,” said Michael J. Sherlock, director of the forum.

“We want to bring in perspectives they haven’t heard before. We have to present to the students the idea that because of changing world situations, they will be required to find new solutions. We are not going to be able to do things the same way anymore.”

The forum featured a keynote address by Vice Chief of Naval Operations (VCNO), Adm. Michelle J. Howard, who spoke on “All Domain Access and Future Challenges.” The topic was chosen due to the changing global environment that graduating students will soon face, in particular, cyber threats.

“We have to be able to fight in this domain,” said Howard.

“This domain has criminals in it. This domain has hackers in it. This domain has honest businessmen in it. This domain has family in it. This is like an urban fight and there will be a lot of collateral damage if we choose to fight in it.”

Complicating the cyber domain is the ability to identify the enemy, she said.

John P. Stone Vice Chief of Naval Operations, Adm. Michelle Howard, speaks to attendees during the 2015 Current Strategy Forum, hosted by the U.S. Naval War College in Newport, Rhode Island.

“This environment is not only contested,” said Howard, “We have the challenge of getting to attribution, making it hard for us to counterattack.

Who is doing this to us?”

Changing world conditions have forced defense and security strategies to evolve and change, and students attending this year’s forum were provided with fresh perspectives.

“During the Cold War, we had a contested environment,” said Sherlock. “Then we had a few years where we, the United States, had a primacy and were uncontested. Now, with the rise of other powers around the world, we have a contested environment again.”

That return to a contested environment is shaping international affairs, something that current and future military leaders will operate in and need to be prepared for.

To help students prepare and gain a broader understanding of these challenges, the college brings in a variety of speakers from differ-

ent backgrounds.

“We value practitioners, and we also value those that have studied the subject matter and have had significant scholarship on these topics,” said Sherlock.

Other keynote speakers included: Andrew F. Krepinevich of the Center for Strategic and Budgetary Assessments; Lt. Gen. Kenneth J. Glueck Jr., of the Marine Corps Combat Development Command; Peter W. Singer of the New America Foundation; and Henry M. Paulson of The Paulson Institute.

The forum also featured three panel discussions, which focused on contested arenas, challenges and trends, and national, military and maritime strategy.

online A complete list of CSF participants can be found at http://www.usnwc.edu/ csf15agenda.

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FRCSE hangar renovation to reduce energy footprint, save nearly $1M annually ■ big savings $1 million annually would be enough savings to pay more than half the entire annual utility bill for the hangar.

Fleet Readiness Center Southeast JACKSONVILLE, FLA.

Fleet Readiness Center Southeast’s (FRCSE) Aircraft Paint and Finishing Hangar is undergoing renovation designed to reduce its energy footprint by nearly $1 million annually.

The project is being funded using congressional-appropriated funding through the Energy Conservation Investment Program.

The renovation encompasses the replacement of old motors with premium efficiency motors for 24 large make-up air units used to supply fresh air to the high bay paint cells. These large make-up air fans will be retrofit with variable frequency drive fans allowing air flow to the paint cells to be modulated at all times – providing only the required amount of air at any given time and resulting in exceptional fan energy savings, according to Naval Facilities Engineering Command officials.

A brand new, state-of-the-art “smart” digital control system will replace the old pneumatic control system used to control both paint cell fans and steam coil heating for the paint cells.

All incandescent lighting in the paint mix room

is also being replaced with new explosion-proof LED lighting. LED lighting has 40-50 times the life span of incandescent lighting and requires less than 20 percent of the energy, yet provides the same level of lighting.

Adrian Gray, the energy manager for FRCSE, said the renovation will be complete by the end of this year and he expects the project to provide benefits beyond just energy savings.

“The project will repair and replace old, inefficient systems and equipment, reduce energy consumption and improve the painting process by eliminating energy waste and providing better control of the aircraft painting process,” he said.

The overall energy savings for this project estimates at 30,989 million British Thermal Units (MBTU) of annual energy – or $864,579 per year – but Gray believes the saving will be even greater.

“The proposed savings to all parts of the painting process, including maintenance, is expected to exceed $1 million per year,” he said.

“And, we haven’t had to reduce our workload.

We still have four of the hangar’s six bays in full operation while the renovation is being done.”

J. L. Wright Jr. John Burdann wires a new variable frequency drive fan at Fleet Readiness Center Southeast’s (FRCSE) Paint and Finishing Hangar, June 18. The new variable frequency drive fans will help FRCSE reduce its energy footprint at the hangar.

Green Bay recovers distressed mariners in Makassar Strait Expeditionary Strike Group 7/Amphibious Squadron 11 Public Affairs MAKASSAR STRAIT

MC3 Kevin V. Cunningham The amphibious transport dock ship USS Green Bay (LPD 20) arrives on station for a photo exercise during the Korean Marine Exchange Program in March.

Amphibious transport dock ship USS Green Bay (LPD 20) rendered assistance to distressed mariners in the waters between the Indonesian islands of Kalimantan and Sulawesi, June 19.

Shipboard lookouts first spotted the distressed mariners waving a black flag approximately three to five nautical miles from the ship, their raft surrounded by fuel and debris.

Once Green Bay was in proximity to the craft, the ship launched a small boat to provide immediate assistance.

“To be able to render assistance to mariners in distress is a fundamental maritime skill,” said Rear Adm. Hugh Wetherald, commander of Expeditionary Strike Group 7. “The Sailors and Marines of the

strike group were trained and ready. Now they are working together quickly and smartly to ensure these mariners are safely returned home.”

While aboard Green Bay, the ship’s crew will conduct a medical screening and make preparations to transfer the mariners safely to shore. The origin of the mariners is still unknown.

While deployed, the amphibious ready group-Marine expeditionary unit team serves as a sea-based, expeditionary crisis response force capable of conducting amphibious missions across the full range of military operations.

On June 10, amphibious dock landing ship USS Rushmore (LSD 47) also recovered 65 personnel in bamboo rafts while transiting the Makassar Strait.

For more news from Commander, U.S. 7th Fleet, visit www.navy.mil/local/c7f/.

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U.S. COAST GUARD PHOTO While assigned to U.S. Coast Guard Squadron 3, at South Vietnam, the 255-foot Cutter OWASCO (WHEC-39) is seen with USS GUADALUPE (AO-32), after refueling from the Navy tanker during Market Time patrol.

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U.S. Coast Guard sends 26 82-foot cutters to Vietnam

5 USCG high endurance cutters are commissioned as Coast Guard Squadron Three at Pearl Harbor

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20 YEARS IN VIETNAM: THE COAST GUARD STORY

BY CARRIE ANDERSON From providing coastal surveillance to supervising the offloading of live ammunition and explosives, the U.S. Coast Guard played a surprisingly large role in supporting the Vietnam War effort. Lacking the capability to patrol shallower waters, the Navy needed assistance with inshore patrols. Beginning in 1965, the U.S. Coast Guard sent 26 82-foot cutters to Vietnam to inspect junks for contraband, intercept and destroy North Vietnamese and Viet Cong craft, and provide fire support for friendly forces. In addition to the regular mission of preventing the transmission of support and weapons to the Viet Cong, the cutters frequently provided emergency support for U.S. Special Forces including the transportation of personnel, medevacs and naval gunfire support missions.

During the first year of operations, the three divisions of Coast Guard Squadron 1, steamed more than half million miles, stayed underway more than 70 percent of the time, detected 15,000 junks, inspected 30,000 junks, boarded 35,000 junks, accounted for 75 Viet Cong KIA/ WIA/CIA, arrested several hundred Viet Cong, destroyed 16 junks and one steel hull boat, and captured more than 100 tons of enemy weapons and supplies.

After the success of the Coast Guard patrol boats in disrupting the Viet Cong’s supplies in coastal waters, the Navy requested additional help in the form of five high-endurance cutters to supplement the Coastal

U.S. NAVY PHOTO Boatswain’s Mate 2nd Class Steve Jimmerfield of Prineville, Oregon, races from beneath the big Navy helicopter after hooking up the cargo net for return to the supply ship. [Photo taken from on board USCGC Taney.]

Surveillance Forces as a part of Operation Market Time.

In April 1967, Coast Guard Squadron 3, was formed at Pearl Harbor. Two days later, the squadron sailed from Pearl Harbor and arrived at Subic Bay on May 10.

The Navy assigned the cutters to the Gulf of Thailand for gunfire support of Ong Doc, as well as logistic support to other patrol boats in the area. By the end of Squadron Three’s time in Vietnam, 30 high endurance cutters served in a time period spanning April, 1967 through January, 1972.

Navy operations support was not the only wartime activity that Coast Guard cutters were used for in Vietnam. The Coast Guard also provided needed maintenance to navigational aids off the coast of Vietnam. With the explosion of naval activity that came with the stepping up of naval warfare, the South Vietnamese aids to navigation team, with only one buoy tender, was not up to the task of maintaining the navigational aids needed to keep the passageways safe for naval traffic. Coast Guard buoy tenders in the Pacific made periodic trips to Vietnam installing and maintaining buoys. A Coast Guard Aids to Navigation Detail was eventually set up in Saigon to coordinate workloads for these visits, as well as keeping buoys and range markers lit.

Another operation that fell to the Coast Guard was providing security at ports including Nha Be, Cam Ranh Bay and Da Nang. The Coast Guard sent multiple 8-man teams which were responsible for overseeing the

USCG PHOTO BY SN M. E. BEACH USCGC GRESHAM ON MARKET TIME: Two of her ‘charges’ approach Gresham to receive food, ammunition and fresh crews. The speedy little swift boats help cover the Market Time patrol areas in closer to shore, but depend upon the larger ships for support.

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.

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USCG helicopter pilots arrive to fly combat SAR missions with the Air Force.

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The cutters frequently provided emergency support for U.S. Special Forces including the transportation of personnel, medevacs and Naval Gunfire Support missions. safe unloading of explosives and ensuring ports were secure. The teams were also responsible for ensuring that explosives were handled safely at all points during their storage, a task that proved difficult with the high number of smokers in the military and barges that carried families who cooked over open flames.

Additionally, the teams were responsible for training other detachments responsible for port security. They taught U.S. Army and Vietnamese boat coxswains how to handle small boats and perform maintenance on outboard motors. They gave instructions in port fire fighting and pier inspections and taught Vietnamese army stevedores how to block and brace cargo.

The Coast Guard also provided search and rescue helicopter pilots to assist the U.S. Air Force and merchant marine details, to ensure necessary cargo made it safely to Vietnam, assisted the Vietnamese in coordinating a law library of pertinent Vietnamese maritime laws, regulations and obtain suitable law enforcement boats, and assisted in the turnover of two cutters to the Vietnamese near the end of the war.

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Jennifer Hudson headlines this yearâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Hampton Jazz Festival HAMPTON

The 48th Annual Hampton Jazz Festival is this weekend. The festival will take place over a 3-day period at Hampton Coliseum, June 26-28, and will feature some of the greatest names in R&B, Soul and Smooth Jazz. The Festival lineup has proven, yet again, to be an overwhelming success.

The show on Friday, June 26, features one of Hamptonâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s favorite female singers, Jill Scott. Considered to be at the top of her game, Scott will be an exciting closer for opening night. Other artists performing will include the famous Trombone Shorty & Orleans Ave (try and sit still for this one) â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Eric Benet â&#x20AC;&#x201C; whose new album coming out next month already has quite the buzz, and Avery*Sunshine, whose hit singles, â&#x20AC;&#x153;All In My Headâ&#x20AC;? and â&#x20AC;&#x153;Call My Name,â&#x20AC;? will remind Festival fans of another Festival great (Anita Baker). All three artists will be appearing at Hampton Jazz Festival for the ďŹ rst time.

The show on Saturday, June 27, features one of the hottest names in the business right now, Jennifer Hudson. Not only did she appear on the Grammys, but at the Academy Awards as well. Her new album with songs like, â&#x20AC;&#x153;Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s

Your World,â&#x20AC;? will bring down the house. Also appearing will be KEM â&#x20AC;&#x201C; always a Hampton favorite â&#x20AC;&#x201C; and The Whispers, perhaps the last of the iconic R&B groups. Opening on Saturday night is a Hampton Roads native, Myra Smith, will expose those unfamiliar with her to what locals have already coined as â&#x20AC;&#x153;The Myra Smith Experience.â&#x20AC;?

Sundayâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s show features the return of Frankie Beverly and Maze, one of the Hampton Jazz Festivalâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s greatest stars. Also appearing will be Fantasia, who has carved quite a niche for herself in the R&B world after winning American Idol several years ago. A great jazz fusion band, BWB featuring Norman Brown, Kirk Whalum, and Rick Braun will add to Sundayâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s already talent heavy line-up. The UniďŹ cs will open up the festivities on June 28.

Tickets to the 48th Annual Hampton Jazz Festival are priced at $62 per seat, per day, plus applicable fees. Tickets are available online at www.Ticketmaster.com, charge-by-phone at (800) 745-3000, at all Ticketmaster Outlets, and at the Hampton Coliseum Box OfďŹ ce. Additional festival information is available online at www.HamptonJazzFestival.com.

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Calendar For a complete list of events in Hampton Roads or to submit your own, visit www. flagshipnews.com/calendar

Afrikan American Festival ■ ■ ■ ■

When: June 26-28, various times Where: Mill Point Park Cost: Free For more information, call: 727-8311

Join the Peninsula Association for Sickle Cell Anemia (PASCA) and the city of Hampton, as they present the 25th annual Afrikan American Festival.

The free event includes live music, arts & crafts, clothing, and ethnic food vendors. During the weekend, over 60 vendors will be on site selling authentic and original black art, artifacts, handmade crafts, and more. For hungry patrons, local and regional food vendors will be selling a variety of cuisines; however alcohol will not be sold at this event. Hours for this year’s event are 5 p.m. - 10 p.m. on Friday, June 26; 11 a.m. - 10 p.m. on Saturday June 27, and 1 p.m. - 6 p.m. on Sunday, June 28.

Hall of Fame Dance Challenge 2015

TGIF Summer Concert Series

Bluegrass at the Farmers Market

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When: June 24-29, 10 a.m.

Where: Virginia Beach Convention Center ■ Cost: Free ■ For more information, call: (248) 668-8151 or visit www. visitvirginiabeach.com

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When: June 19 – Aug. 21, 6 p.m.

Where: Contact’s Wharf Park & Marina, Suffolk ■ Cost: Free ■ For more information, call: 514-7267 or visit www.eupton@ suffolkva.us.

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Our mission is simple and straightforward ... to provide the quality, stress-free, innovative programs that challenge and reward our dancers. The staff at Hall of Fame firmly believes that nice matters and we work hard to make sure that each Hall of Fame event is a fun, memorable, and an enjoyable experience. It is an honor to work with each and every dancer, to enjoy their company and to welcome them to our family.

The Suffolk Parks and Recreation is pleased to announce the 2015 TGIF Summer Concert Series. The TGIF Summer Concerts will start June 19, and runs through August 21. During the concerts, the park will open at 6 p.m., and the bands will start at 6:30 p.m. The park will host bounce houses, kid’s games, food and merchant vendors and adult beverages will be served.

The TGIF Summer Concert Series is a free and open to the public event. Make sure to bring your own chair or blanket for seating.

Park events are pet friendly for our furry friends on leashes.

Get your lawn chair and banjo and come out to the only parking lot picking this side of the Shenandoah Mountains.

Or just sit a spell and hear that original country music from a bygone era. At any rate, it’s free, and there isn’t much of anything these days for free.

When: June 26, 6 p.m.

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D’Angelo takes stage in Norfolk

By Rashod Ollison The Virginian-Pilot

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After about three or four songs, D’Angelo asked for fists in the air.

“We’re gonna do this for nine lives, Charleston AME,” the Grammy-winning soul artist said, referring to the fatal shooting last week at the historic Emanuel AME Church in the South Carolina city.

On June 20, at The NorVa, the racially mixed full house obliged, raising their fists as D’Angelo and his exceptional backing band, The Vanguard, launched into “The Charade.” It’s one of the most biting cuts on the Richmond native’s acclaimed album, “Black Messiah,” released in December and his first in almost 15 years.

During his hiatus, urban pop mutated several times, its

current state a sleek concoction of pulsating club beats, bargain-bin hip-hop swagger and heavily filtered vocals.

But D’Angelo has never followed trends. His adherence to the soul and funk tradition, using the art of the groove as an expression of sanctification and sensuality, is as strong as it ever was.

But with “Black Messiah,” funk becomes a means of protest. “Charade” bristled and churned with three interlocking guitars, one of which D’Angelo played. It was as much propulsive rock as it was conscious soul.

Beyond the dark, almost nationalist excursions, D’Angelo was in the mood to party. He and his 10-piece band extended grooves, switching songs in different keys on the turn of a dime.

The musical precision was impressive. Virtually every shade of funk and soul made

Photos by Brianna Soukup | The Virginian-Pilot D’Angelo interacts with the audience during his concert at the NorVa in downtown Norfolk on Saturday, June 20

between 1966 and 1986 – from Wes Montgomery to Curtis Mayfield, from Kool & the Gang to Prince – bled in and out of the arrangements. The horns jabbed, snaked around the melody and receded. Guitar solos, electric and acoustic, surged and caressed. Much like his studio albums, D’Angelo’s live show is a vibrant, kaleidoscopic soul archive.

In a white, wide-brimmed hat and a shredded, tan trench coat, the artist opened with “Ain’t That Easy,” the first cut on “Black Messiah,” a jazzy blend of vintage Sly Stone and Prince. He and The Vanguard extended the swing factor on the horn-heavy vamp, and it all seamlessly segued to “Spanish Joint” from 2000’s “Voodoo.” By

D’Angelo performs at the NorVa in downtown Norfolk, June 20.

this time, D’Angelo was out of the trench coat, his black tank top damp in the front as he sat at the electric piano and added glinting runs to the

flamenco-flavored rhythm.

“Really Love,” a soothing highlight from “Black Messiah,” was given a harder, more pronounced groove as

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D’Angelo, who’d changed into a sheer, black poncho, crooned in a delicate falsetto.

It was clear that the band was tightly rehearsed, but they still managed to make the show feel as though it was all gloriously improvised.

That had much to do with D’Angelo’s engagement and palpable excitement. He undoubtedly dug the band and the looseness of the music as he danced with his three background singers and slapped fives with audience members at the lip of the stage.

When he revisited “Brown Sugar,” the title track from his classic 1995 debut, D’Angelo and The Vanguard turned the blues-suffused, mid-tempo number into an aggressive, brassy funk jam that would have made James Brown proud.

The artist commanded folks to put their hands in the air and wave them from side to side. D’Angelo’s smile was infectious, sweat dripping from his face as he said, “That’s right. Ain’t nothing but a party.”

This article originally appeared in The Virginian-Pilot and Pilotonline.com.

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The Flagship hosts Military Challenge 5K

By Adair Wells The Flagship/Military Newspapers of Virginia

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The Flagship newspaper and military newspapers of Virginia, are pleased to present the 6th annual Military Challenge in Hampton Roads.

The Military Challenge, a 5K militarystyle conďŹ dence course, will showcase a variety of military style obstacles/challenges used in military training and the course is designed to challenge even the most ďŹ t individuals. This signature event will be held from 8 a.m.â&#x20AC;&#x201C;noon at the Virginia Beach Sportsplex, located at 2181 Landstown Road, Virginia Beach, VA 23456. This event is open to the general public. Gates open at 6:30 a.m. Free parking at the venue and no charge for spectators. Military discount â&#x20AC;&#x201C; $5 off entry fee for active duty military and family members.

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Compete as an individual or part of a team. Participants will receive a race shirt and a Military Challenge medal upon completion. Awards will be presented to the top three age group winners as top overall male and female winners.

There will be a post race celebration with food and beverages, included in the race fee. There is also a Kidsâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; Mini Challenge, where children ages 5-12 will have an opportunity to conquer a 1K obstacle course. Kids will receive a Mini Challenge t-shirt and all ďŹ nishers will receive an ofďŹ cial Kidsâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; Mini Challenge medal.

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Admission to all movies is only $3 per person at both Aerotheater and Gator Theater. Children ages two and younger are admitted free. Patrons 17 years of age or younger must be accompanied by a paying adult to attend all R rated movies. Doors open approximately one hour before showtimes.

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Ted (voice of Seth MacFarlane) ties the knot with Tami-Lynn (Jessica Barth), and recruits his best friend John (Mark Wahlberg) as a sperm donor in order to start a family in this sequel to the comedy hit about a teddy bear come to life. Later, when the Commonwealth of Massachusetts demands that Ted appear before a judge to prove heâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s a real person, the frisky bear and his pal vow to ďŹ ght for their civil rights. Morgan Freeman and Amanda Seyfried co-star.

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Friday, June 26 6 p.m. Aloha (PG-13) 9 p.m. San Andreas (PG-13)

Friday, June 26 6. p.m. San Andreas (PG-13) 9 p.m. Poltergeist 2015 (R)

Saturday, June 27 1 p.m. Tomorrowland (PG) 4 p.m. San Andreas (3-D) (PG-13) 7 p.m. Mad Max: Fury Road (3-D) (R) Courtesy of Walt Disney

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No shortage of storylines halfway through 2015 Sprint Cup season

By Rick Minter Universal Uclick

The Sprint Cup Series gets back to business this week after being idle for Father’s Day weekend.

Most of the top stars of the circuit took vacations, but few were as notable as Dale Earnhardt Jr.’s. He traveled to Germany to research his ancestors, and while on the trip, proposed to his longtime girlfriend, Amy Reimann, who said “yes.”

When Earnhardt returns to work this weekend, he’ll be one of 10 drivers essentially assured of a berth in the Chase for the Sprint Cup, which begins after the next 11 races. The other nine drivers who have gotten in the Chase picture by virtue of a race win are Joey Logano, Kevin Harvick, Brad Keselowski, Denny Hamlin, Jimmie Johnson, Matt Kenseth, Kurt Busch, Carl Edwards and

Martin Truex Jr. Some other big stories of the season so far include the emergence of Truex and his No. 78 Furniture Row Racing team as one of the teams to beat each week.

After a 24th-place finish in points last year, Truex this year has a win at Pocono Raceway, four other Top-5 finishes and 14 Top-10s, which ties him with the iconic Richard Petty for most Top-10s in the first 15 races of a season. Last year, Truex led a single lap. This year, he’s led 486 laps and is second in the standings.

Kevin Harvick and his No. 4 team, led by Crew Chief Rodney Childers, are looking a lot like they did last year when they won the Cup championship. Harvick has wins at Las Vegas and Phoenix and eight runner-up finishes to date.

After suffering serious injuries in the season-opening Xfinity Series race at Daytona

International Speedway, Kyle Busch returned to his No. 18 Toyota at Charlotte, North Carolina, and was given a waiver from NASCAR to compete in the Chase as long as he wins a race and finishes in the top 30 in points, as the rules require. He was exempted from the provision that requires drivers to compete every week. But he has managed a best finish of just ninth, and has two bad finishes that have him mired in 39th place in the standings.

Busch also returned to the Xfinity Series, at Michigan, and won the race.

The crew of the No. 31 Chevrolet driven by Ryan Newman was caught drilling holes in their tires as a way of improving the car’s handling on long green-flag runs.

Crew Chief Luke Lambert and other key team members were suspended for six races, and Newman was docked 50 points, which dropped him

Photos Courtesy of NASCAR Above: Martin Truex Jr., has emerged as one of the drivers to beat this Sprint Cup season.

Left: Junior and his longtime girlfriend, Amy Reimann, became engaged during his off-week.

from sixth place in the standings to 21st. But in the past 10 races he’s had six finishes of 12th or better, and has moved up to 16th in the standings.

In other developments so far this season, Danica Patrick has announced that her longtime backer GoDaddy won’t return as her primary

sponsor next year. David Ragan is now driving for his third team this season. He started out with Front Row Motorsports, moved to Joe Gibbs Racing to fill in for the injured Busch and is now driving the No. 55 at Michael Waltrip Racing – a car that once was driven by Brian

Vickers, who is out indefinitely because of blood clots.

And Tony Stewart, back on the circuit full-time after missing races in 2013 and 2014 due to sprint car race incidents, is struggling to adjust to the 2015 rules package.

But changes to the rules are on the horizon. The Cup series will debut a new aero package – one designed to address the lack of passing at the front of the pack – next month at Kentucky Speedway. If successful, it could be used at other intermediatelength tracks coming up on the schedule.

UFC

Thiago ‘Marreta’ Santos’ quest for the beautiful KO

By Thomas Gerbasi UFC.com

It’s the kind of question you know the answer to before it is even asked, but you ask anyway, wondering if the person on the receiving end of the query has a different view on things. And no, Thiago “Marreta” Santos doesn’t have a reason other than the obvious for his popularity among fight fans.

“The secret has been my fighting style, because I am always after the knockout,” he said.

That’s as good a reason as any, because for all the great submissions seen in mixed martial arts and the technical wizardry shown by the greats of the sport, nothing excites like a knockout, and no one goes in search of that finish with such enthusiasm as the 31-year-old Brazilian does.

And despite the fact that he holds a purple belt in Jiu-Jitsu, ask him if he would prefer

a knockout or a submission, and again, the answer is what you would expect from the steel-fisted “Marreta.”

“Knockout,” he says without hesitation. “This is definitely a feeling like no other.”

Winning – by whatever means available – may be an even better feeling if you’re a member of the UFC roster, and while Rio de Janeiro’s Santos has experienced it twice since coming off season two of the Ultimate Fighter Brazil 2, he’s also lost twice, making the bout against Steve Bosse on June 27, a pivotal one.

“I need the wins,” he said when asked what it will take for him to show the consistency that will move him into the 185-pound rankings. “But I am always ready and I need to fight more times this year.”

He got 2015 off to a solid start with a knockout of Andy Enz that took less than two minutes. His first UFC victory in 2014 over Ronny Markes lasted just 53 ticks of the clock, and his debut loss to Cezar Ferreira only made it to the 41-second mark. Take away his three-round decision defeat against Urijah Hall, and it’s clear that Santos a)

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“I don’t see myself in any difficulty in this fight,” Santos said. “I am ready for everything he can offer me.”

So is this going to be one of those “stand in the middle and trade” fights?

“Yes,” he said. “And this is just what I need to put on a great show for the fans.”

Notice he didn’t say that he and Bosse are going to put on a great show, only that he will, so the mindset is one of getting out of there quick and spectacularly, and preferably with a Performance of the Night bonus.

Yet while that has served him well at times, and may very well do so again, this weekend, Santos does need to be ready for anything in a tough middleweight division, so work with American Top Team (ATT) in Florida, is likely to sew up any holes in his game.

“The wrestling, takedowns,

attacking and defense,” he said when asked what ATT brings to the table for him.

“And the sparring makes me more confident.”

Confident, able to end a fight with a single blow, and having the willingness to take the risks necessary to throw that blow – all attributes that make Thiago Santos a dangerous young man. Add in the new tweaks to his game courtesy of ATT, and ... well, he’ll let you know what to expect on June 27, and beyond.

“The fans can expect a great show and a beautiful knockout,” he said. “For the rest of 2015, I’m doing a lot of work, I’m very dedicated, and I’m looking forward to getting to the top.”

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Flea Markets/Bazaars FLEA MARKET OF NORFOLK! Sat & Sun Year Round 3416 N. Military Hwy Local Business for 15 years.

35 Indoor Shops/200 Outside Tables Crafts, antiques, furniture, tools, baseball cards, clothes, tools, jewelry, cd's, dvd's, sporting goods, auto parts & much more.

Tables avail at $11. More info call 857-7824

Antiques & Collectibles

Bikes-Mopeds-Dirt Bikes

Hunting Equipment

Wanted To Buy

BUYING COINS

Honda 2013 Moped, 52 mis., excel cond,

Wanted Land for Hunting Lease in

Cash Paid for Musical Instruments in any condi-

1 BR, wrap around deck, near Bennettâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Creek Mari-

Northampton County or Accomack County. Will pay top dollar for right piece. Contact Christian @ 757-999-4021 or Theo @ 757-816-5125

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

na, 1 ac, $850, util incl. 757-535-3065. 252-315-4961

COIN COLLECTIONS,

Boat Trailers

ALL SILVER COINS,

USED TRAILER SALE !!!

STAMPS,

757-474-1303

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

4 Very Young Cats spayed & vaccinated, in

EVERY MONDAY AT 6 PM-10,000 Sq Ft. Bldg. All Inside 4016 Indian River Rd., Ches. 2 Miles. W. of I64.

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

www.GeneDanielsAuctions.com * $100 Door Prize * Call 424-.2143. Lic & Bonded Auctioneer Va Lic 699

WANTED ANTIQUES & ESTATES 18th, 19th & 20th Century, Furniture, Artwork, China, Crystal & Collectibles.

1 Piece Or Entire Contents.

We Come To You With & Courteous & Professional Service. No Obligation Offers. Please Get My Offer Before You Sell!

Tag Sales & Estates Settled.

LARRY ZEDD 422-4477

Cameras-Photography WANTED: Professional Film Cameras 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.

Furniture-Household

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

Sterling Flatware

Refrigerator, GE, 25 Cu. Ft. side-by-side, white, ice & water in door, great cond $300.

Dishwasher, Kenmore, portable, white, s/s inside, $150. Call 757-286-6138.

Any Silver Pieces

Wrist Watches Pocket Watches Working or Broken 25 Yrs. Exp. Licensed.

Will Come to You for Antiques 24/7. Free Estimates

757-617-4043 HARPERS ANTIQUES 2608 GRANBY ST.

Articles For Sale CAGE-WIRE-5X2X2 $50 obo; enclosed wood cage 3X5, pd $300; sell for $75. 757-488-5829 Karastan Rug-8X10, red floral pattern, good condition. $300. 757-337-9413.

Cash Paid For All Types of Collections

636-3745 SHEDS & DOG HOUSES FOR SALE -

Cash for Old Guns, Military Items, GOLD & SILVER COINS, Antiques Call 627-0785 or 460-4862

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

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Spa & Hot Tub Covers - $99 & Up. Cover Lifters, $179. Call (888) 772 - 7810

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

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

Chesapeake Bay Retriever Pups-Males, 10 wks old. Reg, shots, 804-445-5586.

Dogue Da Bordeau/ French Mastiff Pups Reg., 7wks, shots, wormed. $1300cash. 434-0319

English Bulldog Pup-Reg, vet ck, shots, dewormed, fam. raised, $1688 cash. 757-580-0281.

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

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

Highland Lynx Kittens

2 Pc. All New Queen Mattress Set $124

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

Twin $94, Full $114, King $199, In Plastic, Free Lay Away/Can Deliver. 757-717-2510 Elegant Coffee/Living Room Table, purchased from Haverty's Furniture Store - Brand New, Never Used, tags still on table, 60'L x 34" W glass top. $300.00. call 201-803-3482

Brand New Layaway Available

MATTRESS SETS

Full- $99, Queen- $129, King- $169 40% Military Discount on all other sets!

Can deliver. 757-706-3667 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.

CROMWELLâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;S PRODUCE

Appliances APPLIANCES - Refrigerator $195; Stove $125; Freezer $150; Washer $150; Dryer $125; Dishwasher $100. A/C $60. All Items Like New. DELIVERY AVAIL 757-447-7347

Aussiedoodles Pups-11 wks. old, M/F, shots, wormed, $650 cash only firm. 757-6 19-4694.

13 weeks old, $20 each, Cash. 757-419-0932

Ray Higgins Furniture , Glassware, Artwork, Costume Jewelry, COINS, Clocks, I WiLL Buy It All

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

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

Good Things To Eat

Antiques & Collectibles

Older Menâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s/Womenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s

need of forever loving home $25 ea. 757-296-2221

AKC Giant Schnauzer Pups 3F, health guar,

ESTATE, PAWN & CONSIGNMENT AUCTION

Appraisal Service With 40 Years Experience.

Buying All Antiques

equipment. No riding mowers. Call 412-5664.

Pets-Dogs,Cats,Other

Parking Lot Sale & Doggie Games Event

American Antique Picker

FREE PICKUP of broken or unwanted lawn

Boats/Rigs

Virginia Beach Antique Co.

A Basic

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

Lawn & Garden

STAMP COLLECTIONS

Garage Sale - Virginia Beach June 27, 9-2 PM. Hope For Life Resuce, 610 Jack Rabbit Rd. 757-491-4609.

$1800. 757-362-4065.

LAB PUP - AKC. 1 Black Female.

Lab Pups-Black, AKC, OFA, hunting pedigree, vet ck, shots, worming up-to-date. $550. 757-642-0833

Lab Pups- Yellow, AKC, AFC, wormed, 1st shots, $400. 757-282-8062

Mini. Schnauzers All Colors. Super Coats.

Year Health Guarantee. www.smithschnauzers.com For More Info 434-349-3854 or 434-770-1464

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

Ready 6/26. 757-635-7335.

Parking Lot Sale & Doggie Games Event June 27, 9-2 PM. Hope For Life Resuce, 610 Jack Rabbit Rd. 757-491-4609.

White, Beautiful Pomeranians- $800, AKC, 1st shots, dewormed, ready. 757-818-0205

Sheltie Pups-AKC, sable & white, 10 wks., shots, vet checked. $375. 1-757-653-8708.

S I A M E S E - 12 wks old, chocolate point, $200 cash. 252-482-3658.

Silky Yorkie Pups-2. 1 male $650; 1 female $750. All shots up-to-date, tails docked, w/papers, ready. 252-426-1585.

St. Bernard Pups-Males/females, 1st shots, Bi-Color Corn, Cut Fresh Daily. Beets, Snap Beans, & More. 9a-6p 3116 New Bridge Rd., VB 721-6226

de-wormed, ready to go. $800. 252-357-4829, 252-548-8327, call or text

West Highland Terriers-AKC, 7 wks old, vet ck, healthy, happy girls, $650. 757-410-4894.

Power Boats/Cruisers

Mt. Pleasant Farms PEACHES ARE BACK! Chesapeake Grown Peaches from our Orchard Also Fresh Produce & Fresh Eggs Tue-Sat 10a-6p, Su 12-5p. 757-482-0739 2201 Mt. Pleasant Rd, Chesapeake.

Check us out on Facebook for special events

Poor Johnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Farm, Chesapeake Peppers, Squash, Cucumbers, Watermelons, Corn & More. Open Daily 8:30-6. Call 757-679-9707.

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

For Rent-Chesapeake House

140 hp, 4 stroke Oâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;/B, Fish, cruise, ski, tow inflatables. Bimini top, rod holders, ski mirror, full boat cover, curtains, screens, trailer. $16,400. 481-3821.

Wellcraft 20â&#x20AC;&#x2122; V20 Center Console, 165 hp InLine 6, I/O, runs great, $4950 w/trailer, 439-8017.

Topsoil-Mulch

For Rent-Condo For Rent-Duplex

Ocean View-Nice 2 BR, 1.5 BA, w/d hookup, fenced yd, $850, dep/credit ck reqâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;d 757-966-0521

For Rent-House (All)

For Lease-Industrial Office & Warehouse 3000 sq ft, close to an acre of fenced in yd. Located on S. Military Hwy, VB. $3600 mo. Avail Sept. 1, 757-560-7771.

For Rent-Norfolk Apts Norview & O. View. Dep. moves you in. 778-7124

For Rent-Portsmouth Apts Olde Towne- Upscale Lg 1BR W/D, most utils, quiet, no smokers or pets. $800 & up. 757-855-8276

LOOKING FOR A GREAT VALUE? FIND CAREERS, SERVICES, REAL ESTATE, DEALS, AND MORE IN FLAGSHIP VALUES. EVERY WEEK IN THE â&#x20AC;&#x153;OFF DUTYâ&#x20AC;?

SECTION. 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

Job Descrip on for Plumbing Cra sman I: h p://www.vbschools.com/hr/job_desc/Plumbing%20Cra sman%20I.pdf Job Descrip on for Plumbing Cra sman II: h p://www.vbschools.com/hr/job_desc/Plumbing%20Cra sman%20II.pdf

"Tires, good condition, four Michelin LT/SUV Cross Terrain P235/65R17-103T M&S: two ~8 to 9/32nds and two ~5 to 6/32nds tread. $195 for all four. Virginia Beach, 757-420-9544 before 9 p.m."

Tires, two Michelin Primacy MVX4plus, P195/60R15, 88H ~8/32nds tread. $100 for two.

Virginia Beach, 757-420-9544 before 9 p.m."

Chevy 2001 Camaro Z28 spotless, leather,

all included, $125 wk., $125 sec. 757-270-3387.

T-top, auto, air, loaded, hot lipstick red, sexy automobile. Must see. $5990. 439-8017 VA DLR.

CHES-Battlefield/Volvo Pkwy, furnished, incl. all utils & cable. $525/mo + dep. 757-681-4067.

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

Great Neck Meadows-Large 5 BR home,

Ford 1993 Thunderbird, 5.0 engine, good cond, new tires, no rust. $1800. 757-652-3530.

Ford 2007 Fusion excellent condition, auto, air, loaded, insp, $5,450. 439-8017 VA DLR

house duties. chores. Ref. $350. 757-227-8046

Honda 1994 Accord, 2 dr. LX, inspected, cold

Kempsville-Utils inclu, $550, $250 dep, cable, MUST BE CLEAN, non-smoker, ready now. 644-6443

Ocean View Beach-Bring bed & beach chair, live on the beach, $650. ALL+ cable included. $250 dep. NO smoking. Refâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s needed, proof of income reqâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;d. Call between 9 & 5 PM, 616-7146.

Salem Lakes, VB-Fully furnished, private bath,

a/c, 180K mis., runs excel. $2500. 757-394-4827

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.

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

walk-in closet, cable, $600 mo. $300 dep. Must have a job. 757-468-3836.

Honda 2005 Civic 2dr Coupe EX, red finish,

VA Beach-Lg. Furnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;d. BR, Priv Bath, Full House

sport-wing, loaded, sunroof, $5990 439-8017 va dlr

Priv Incl. Kitchen & W/D. No Smoking, No Drugs, $650 inclu utils. $500 Sec Dep. Reqâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;d. 490-0255

Honda 2011 Accord SE 1 owner, leather

VB, General Booth-Lg. Furn BR., Kit. Privileges,

seats, new tires, 67k, $12,900 obo. 757-679-6042

Hyundai 2006 Elantra, 141K, auto, bluetooth, new tires, excel cond, $2500 obo. 757-266-8479

priv., cable, W/D, util incl., clean. $140 + $140dep Must be employed. 757-853-9127

Hyundai 2010 Santa Fe GLS, 58K, warranty, perfect, navy blue. $12,800 obo. 757-679-6333

VB - Pembroke Meadows, $545 mo. inclu all. Long time renter, no smoke. Refâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s. 757-518-5498

Olds 1992 Cutlass Supreme Conv, excel cond, 1 owner, low mileage, $4500. 757-285-5312

services |

General Repairs

pilotezads.com

Plastering/Drywall A1 PLASTER & REPAIR 32 Yrs Exp.

BROWNâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;S HOME REPAIRS - Large & Small Jobs, Baths, Kitchens, Ceiling Fans, Lights, Paint, Plumbing, Carpentry. 25 Yrs. Exp. Licâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;d & Insâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;d. Call Rob 757-679-4558 The Handy Teacher-Let a teacher on summer break take care of your â&#x20AC;&#x153;To Doâ&#x20AC;? list, no job too small. Free estimates. Call Don 757-619-8476.

H SUMMER SALE H On Central Air, Heat Pumps & Gas Furnace Sys. Clean & Check for $69. Call Comfort Energy Systems 757-335-0290.

Hawkins Enterprise, Inc. Specializing in room additions, bathroom & kitchen remodeling.

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

Attorneys

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

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

Ms. Perfection Cleaning Service 1 Hr. Cleaning, Bath & Kitchen With 2 People $65 www.msperfection.net Call 757-353-3872.

Rise & Shine - Fatherâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Day Special Affordable custom cleaning, residential, commercial & handyman services. 757-376-5365.

Small Repair Specialist. Affordable Pricing.

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

Done-Wright Drywall & Plaster/Painting Free Quotes within the Hour Licensed/Insured. 757-403-4689

Plumbing/Heating/Air NORFOLK PLUMBING, INC. â&#x20AC;&#x153;THE ORIGINALâ&#x20AC;?

757-466-0644 â&#x20AC;&#x153;YOUR PLUMBERS IN THE BRIGHT YELLOW TRUCKSâ&#x20AC;?

Power Washing 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

Brick Block Work

Landscape/Gardening

EXTREME POWER WASHING-& Lawn Care, deck sanding, staining & painting. Over 25 yrs. exp. References. 757-615-3070.

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

100% Drainage & Yard Cleanup, Shrub &

WILL BUY SCRAP LEAD

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.

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 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.

Concrete/Asphalt 18 Yrs. Concrete Exp.-S & H. All Types of Concrete work. Driveways. We Accept All Major Credit Cards. 652-4050. www.shabazznva.com

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

Tree Removal, Pruning, Tractor Work & Grading, French Drains, Mulching, 757-282-3823

Bush Hogging Large Lots-Cutting, dumping,

Roofing-Guttering

Lawn Maintenance

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

ABBOTTâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;S LAWN MANAGEMENT Cut Grass, Edge, Trim Shrubs & More.

Call or Text Ernie at 757-408-2082.

A- Quality Gutter Services Aluminum SeamAffordable Cuts - Landscaping, Lawn & Tree

Service, Edging & Mulching. Grass Cut - Minmum Charge $60. Lic & Ins. CC Accepted, We Do Anything In The Yard. Free Est. 472-8370

MOBILE MECHANIX WE SERVICE ALL LAWN TRACTORS

Including JOHN DEERE.

LICENSED & INSURED

Siding BEST PRICE EXTERIORS: 757-639-4692

Scrap Metal, Junk Car, Concrete, Appliance & Equip Removal. Asbestos Removal. 757-718-1072

Siding, Windows, Trim, Roofing & Gutters.

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

ATTICS & GARAGES CLEANED Contents hauled away, also tree limbs & shrubs.

Call 934-2258

B & J MOVING

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

Painting/Decorating AA Affordable Painting /Plastering- Paint Jobs low as $70/rm, Drywall & Handyman Services.

Eliminate popcorn ceiling low as $99/rm. 237-1090 NEW FLOORING FAST!!

Call (757) 880-5215

Moving-Hauling

H J.D. BAKER & SONS H

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.

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

#1 Trash Hauling, Asphalt Repair, Demolition,

â&#x20AC;&#x153;If you don't use concrete, it's your own asphalt!â&#x20AC;?

Floors

less Gutter, New, Repairs, Clean Outs, Leaf Guard, Fascia, Painting, Trim. (757) 465-5408.

(757) 560-4775. FREE ESTIMATES!

We Service Generators 757-478-3474

(A) FAMILY TRASH MAN

Fully Insured W/ Workmans Comp Call 466-9249

50 Cents A Lb. 757-227-6333

clearing brush, grass & trees from small lots.

Hauling debris. Call for estimates, 757-479-0171.

Household, demo inside & out, construction sites, dumpster drop off, backhoe work. We haul it all!

20 yrs exp, lic & ins. 485-1414

Salary for Plumbing Cra sman I (Boilers): $31,093 and up (based on experience) Salary for Plumbing Cra sman II (Boilers): $35,700 and up (based on experience) plus compeĆ&#x;Ć&#x;ve benefits package

Apply online at: h p://www.vbschools.com/hr/

1958 Chevy Sport Sedan, 1929 Red Model A Roadster, 1931 Model A Slant Window Sedan, 1931 Model A Pickup. All excel/restored original. $18,500 each. Appt. 757-681-6445.

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

Home Improvements

Virginia Beach City Public Schools â&#x20AC;&#x201C; OďŹ&#x192;ce of School Plant Services is seeking qualified applicants for the posiĆ&#x;ons of Plumbing Cra sman I (Boilers) and Plumbing Cra sman II (Boilers) Qualified applicants must have experience working with boilers.

Selected candidates will install and/or maintain gas fired boilers and water heaters, hot and chillwater pumps, spray pumps and heads, hot and cold water loop systems, cooling towers andassociated equipment; manage boiler and gas fired equipment contract; respond to aĹ&#x152;er-hour calls for troubleshooĆ&#x;ng needs; and will be available to assist other CraĹ&#x152;smen.

Antiques & Classics WAREHOUSE FIND-1965 F100 Beauty,

bedroom, professional full-time job, non-smoker/drinker, $600 mo. 757-333-3894.

Air Conditioning & Heating

Uncontested. $350 + $88 filing fee.

No court appearance required.

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

All Houses Bought Cash Paid To You. 285-1234

Chesapeake/South Norfolk furnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;d bedrm,

Affordable Custom Homes & Additions.

DIVORCE

We Buy Homes. Buyer Agent.

Herbie Morewitz 757-873-0598.

Automobiles for Sale

Additions, Sunrooms, Mother-In Law

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

Real Estate Services

Acura 1992 Legend L, excel cond, auto, air,

757.622.1455

Suites, Screen Porches. Your Plans or Ours.

Quality By Design. Fully Licensed and Insured.

757-482-7824 www.glkirkbuildersinc.com

tract lane, 17 acres, may be subdivided, $275,000 neg. For details call A.C. Pulliam, Jr. 757-592-4029.

For Rent-Rooms

business Additions

For Sale-Land/Farm/Timber Rushmere Section of Isle of Wight-On

AFFORDABLE KEMPSVILLE-Lg furnished

VB/Norfolk Line - Lg. Furnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;d Rm. w/kit.

Jack Frost Enterprises 430-2257

2 BA, 14th floor, spectacular view, 24 hr security, beach, pool, gym, golf, $239,900, 477-6207.

Auto Accessories-Tires

1 & 2 BR. No App Fee. 1 Month Free

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

D. Millerâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s, 482-5083

www.cmobilityonline.com

For Sale-Condos/Co-Ops

A Fair Price For Your Home.

2story, 4BR, fenced, no pets, CHAC, 2.5 ba. $1450.00/mo, plus dep, available now. Call Tony or Del at 757- 467- 9605, serious inquiries only.

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

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

757-620-8509.

Free Installation/25% Discount We Repair Scooters & Wheelchairs,

Jacksonville, FL Mandarin for sale tri level 4BR 2 1/2 BA LR DR plus office. gigantic FR. NO HOA or CDD fees desirable Mandarin schools $259,900 (904)616-0712

Cape Henry Towers, Newly remodeled 2 BR,

Norfolk, 2 bdrm, 1.5 BA, wsher/dryer, ceiling fan, parking space, frt yard, 825.00 mon call Phyllis 513-3230 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.

Utils. Incl. Dep. & Refâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s, $525. 757-721-9546.

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

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Ghent Condo avail 1 August. 2 Master/2 Bath unit.

A/C, W/D, full Kit. w/ DW and Micro. Garage. Walk to Colley night life. 1600 mo. (757)630-3301

#01A Black Sifted TOPSOIL A-1 BLACK, Screen/Sifted Black Topsoil, Mulch, Sand, Compost. Prompt Delivery. Visa/MC.

For Rent-Va.Beach House THE PROPERTY SHOPPE (757) 496-1986 Licâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;d. Agent

Deep Creek-2 BR 1 BA, all appliances, central air, fenced yd, avail now, $950. 757-650-6494.

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

Fully furnished 1Br. Apt. 2 tvs with 120 Dish.

Everything supplied for housekeeping. $900 mo. lease. Call 757-406-5941.

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Chadswyck Area- 3BR, 2BA. Brick Ranch.

Good School. Call 757-488-2994 or 757-639-1825.

Kempsville-Reduced rent 4 rm in exchange for

Hurricane 2004 Deck Boat, 226R, Johnson

For Rent-Va. Beach Apts

Block 12, $1400 each or all 5 for $6000.

757-737-7372. EmaiL: jhaz9725@yahoo.com

2013 Robalo R-180 Center console, white w/ blue fish hook graphics, Yamaha 115 hp 4 stroke w/ 37 hrs, & trailer w/ folding tongue. All standard equipment, plus Lowrance Elite-5 Fishfinder Chartplotter, raw water wash down, dual battery system, spare tire w/ trailer mounted carrier & custom boat cover. $25,000. 757-850-8197

For Rent-To Share 2200 sq ft. Home in Blackwater Private bed & bath, $650. Call Gene 435-1900

5 Cemetery Plots-Forest Lawn, First Section,

galvanized trailer, 757-620-8107.

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

QuesĆ&#x;ons? Please call 263-1133

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

10 mins. from oceanfront or bay. Inground pool, fp, lg liv rm, etc. Bi-wkly cleaning service included. $600 mo.+ 1/4 utils, ready 7/1. 757-650-1240.

16â&#x20AC;&#x2122; Bass Tracker with 9.9 Evinrude motor,

Fresh Fish & Crabs From The Boat.

Shellfish Co. 3323 Shore Dr. 757-481-7512

For Rent-Suffolk Apts

Just A Painter Paint Co.-Interior/exterior, pressure washing, commercial, decks, 15 yrs exp.

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Pest Control

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.

FLOYD'S TREE SERVICE Topping, Trimming, Removal.

Free Estimates. Licensed & Insured. 420-6396

Godwin Tree Service- Over 25 YRS Exp. ProTrimming, total removal (stumps), Lisc./ Insured, Senior/Military Disc. free estimates- 237-1285

Garages 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

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

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

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Motor Homes

Trucks

40’ Motor Coach-Class A, American Dream, 1

Chevy 1999 Silverado Ext. Cab, 170K mis., runs excel, good cond, $4900. 757-621-8613.

owner, garaged, 350 hp Cummins diesel, auto satellite, W/D, 78K mis., excel cond, $77,500.

Call C. H. Bowen 252-468-6668.

Pontiac 2000 Firebird, extra clean, low mis.,

Motorcycles

auto, air, loaded. T-top, $3950. 439-8017. Va. Dlr.

Harley 2007 Sportster 1200C, yellow,

Porsche 2014 Boxster S, auto, warranty, 1500 mis., $15,000 under sticker, 757-642-8536.

new inspection, excellent. $5500. 761-8382

Toyota 1999 Solara, immaculate, auto, air, loaded, leather, sunroof, $2990. 439-8017. va dlr.

Toyota 2002 Camry LE Immaculate, auto, air,

Honda 2006 VTX R, 12,000 mis., new tires, excel cond, $4800 obo. 757-375-9626.

loaded, burgundy finish, $5,850. 439-8017 VA DLR

Sport Utility Vehicles

Toyota 2004 Camry LE, all power, good

Chevy 2010 HHR LS, fully equipped, only

cond, 150K mis., $4700. 757-621-8613.

Toyota 2005 Corolla LE SPOTLESS, auto, air, loaded, inspected, $5,850. 439-8017 VA DLR Volkswagen 2001 Beetle 5 spd, air, p/w, p/l, cruise, runs great, $2,250. 439-8017 VA DLR

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

Ford 2001 Explorer XLT 4wd, looks & runs great, auto, air, loaded, insp. $2990 439-8017va dlr

Vans Chevy 1988 Astro Sport V6, auto, AC, 119K, very good cond., new tires, $2400 obo. 497-4740.

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Nissan 2002 Quest GXE, good mis., DVD, new inspection. Nice. $3200. 757-487-7101. Va. dlr

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Campers/RVs

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Religious Services JEB Little Creek Chapel JEB Fort Story Chapel ROMAN CATHOLIC Mass schedule: 5 p.m., Sat. (fulfills Sunday obligation) 8:30 a.m. & 12:15 p.m. , Sun. Confessions: 3:30 - 4:45 p.m., Sat.

lastweek's answers

PROTESTANT Sun. School : 9 a.m. Sun. (Ages 4 - Adult) AWANA / Children’s Church : 10 a.m., Sun. (Ages 4 - 10) Worship service:10:30 a.m., Sun. Fellowship: 11:30 a.m., Sun. Coffeehouse: 5 p.m., Sun. Bible Study/ Band Practice: 5 p.m., Mon. WOC: 9:30 a.m., Wed Chapel choir practice: 7 p.m., Wed. Handbell choir: 7 p.m. Thurs.

NWS Yorktown Chapel ROMAN CATHOLIC Mass schedule: 8:30 a.m., Sun. PROTESTANT Worship service:10:30 a.m., Sun.

NSA Northwest Annex Chapel ROMAN CATHOLIC Rosary: 9:30 a.m., Sun. Confessions: 9:30 a.m., Sun. Mass Schedule: 10 a.m., Sun. CCD (Sept-May) 11 a.m., Sun. PROTESTANT (EPISCOPAL) Worship service: 8 a.m., Sun. VACATION BIBLE SCHOOL July 29 - Aug. 2; 6 to 8 p.m.

ROMAN CATHOLIC Mass schedule: 9 a.m., Sun. Bible study: 9:30 a.m., Tues.

PROTESTANT Worship service:11 a.m., Sun. Bible study: Noon, Wed.

Naval Station Norfolk ROMAN CATHOLIC Our Lady of Victory Chapel Mass schedule: 11:45 a.m., Wed. | 10 a.m., Sun. PROTESTANT David Adams Memorial Chapel Worship services: 10:30 a.m., Sun. Jewish SABBATH Commodore Levy Chapel (Second Floor Bldg. C7) Sabbath: 7 p.m., Fri. (Sabbath Fellowship Oneg Shabbot Follows) ISLAMIC WORSHIP: Masjid al Da’wah 2nd Floor (Bldg. C-7) Services: 1 p.m., Fri. Chapels are open daily for prayer.

NAS Oceana Chapel ROMAN CATHOLIC Mass schedule: 11:30 a.m., Tues.-Fri. 9 a.m. & 12:15 p.m., Sun. PROTESTANT Sun. school: 9:15 a.m., Sun. Worship service: 10:40 a.m., Sun. Bible study: 11 a.m., Wed.

Dam Neck Annex Chapel ROMAN CATHOLIC Confessions: 4:15 p.m., Sat. Mass Schedule: 5 p.m., Sat.

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PROTESTANT Worship service: 9 a.m., Sun.

Last week’s CryptoQuip answer When a leash is on a certain dog breed, I suppose it could well be a ring around the collie.

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