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College of William and Mary digs for history at WPNSTA Yorktown CNO holds all-hands at Oceana

By MC3 Kayla King NAS Oceana Public Affairs

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Chief of Naval Operations (CNO) Adm. Jonathan Greenert held an all-hands call at Naval Air Station (NAS) Oceana, June 30.

The CNO answered questions from Sailors, Marines and DOD civilians in attendance. Those who could not attend the event at the base theater were encouraged to submit their questions online at www. navy.mil.

The CNO began by addressing naval aviation and the new F-35C Lightening II Joint Strike Fighter that will be making its way to the fleet.

“The Joint Strike Fighter is coming. And our version will be around in about three years. That’s right around the corner, espe-

cially if you’re the [commanding officer] of the base and you’re trying to get ready for that. As we turn the corner in to the 2020s, the air wing is going to be pretty modern ... pretty effective entity for this master jet base,” said Greenert.

According to Greenert, he, Secretary of the Navy Ray Mabus and Chief of Naval Personnel Vice Adm. Bill Moran have been collaborating to put together some initiatives to look into better ways to organize, train and equip manning in the future.

Greenert said they would like to empower commanding officers to make decisions on things like the Physical Fitness Assessment (PFA); advancements; Sailors ability to have career intermissions; to take sabbaticals for those that have families; and to do better at co-location.

“It won’t happen over night because

THROUGH THE LOOKING G.L.A.S.S.

By MC3 Justin R. DiNiro USS Theodore Roosevelt Public Affairs

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Sailors aboard the guidedmissile cruiser USS Normandy (CG 60) formed a chapter of the Gay, Lesbian and Supportive Sailors (GLASS) association to encourage service members to rededicate themselves to equality, dignity and respect for one

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GLASS focuses on promoting a workplace free of prejudice, bigotry, harassment and violence through each Sailor’s advocacy, education and outreach. The meetings offer many subjects for discussion in a safe space for free expression.

GLASS also promotes visibil-

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MC2 Alysia R. Hernandez Chief of Naval Operations Admiral Jonathan Greenert shakes hands with Naval Air Station (NAS) Oceana Commanding Officer Capt. Louis Schager on the NAS Oceana flightline prior to holding an all-hands call at the base theater.

many of the things that we want to do we’ll have to go to Congress and get permission,” said Greenert.

Following his comments, the CNO

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NAS OCEANA AIR SHOW ANNOUNCED NRMA Public Affairs VIRGINIA BEACH

On September 19 and 20, the 2015 Naval Air Station (NAS) Oceana Air Show will showcase the very best of military and civilian aviation for spectators from around the world, who are expected to attend.

This year, NAS Oceana is

USS SAN ANTONIO VISITS ICELAND The amphibious transport dock ship USS San Antonio (LPD 17) arrived in Reykjavik, Iceland, for a routine port visit, July 1. While in port, Sailors and Marines had the chance to visit the various cultural sites, shop and enjoy local hospitality. » see A

proud to honor the service, valor and sacrifice of our Vietnam veterans and to commemorate the 50th Anniversary of the Vietnam War. By bringing more awareness to this anniversary during the 2015 Air Show, NAS Oceana and the public will have an opportunity to thank and honor

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By Mark O. Piggott WPNSTA Yorktown Public Affairs

YORKTOWN

Naval Weapons Station (WPNSTA) Yorktown hosted the College of William and Mary archeological field study to investigate possible sites of the Kiskiak Indian tribe. The class worked throughout the month of June, along Mason Row housing aboard the installation.

According to Dr. Martin Gallivan, associate professor at William and Mary, the study is helping them learn more about the Kiskiak, a tribe that was once part of the powerful Powhatan Nation that lived in this area more than 500 years before the first colonists arrived.

“It was a dispersed community, located on, and around, Indian Field Creek, and we’re finding evidence of a large mix of habitations that, thanks to radio carbon dating, were occupied from the 13th to the 17th century,” Gallivan said. “There was a Chief here, not as powerful as Powhatan, but a Chief none the less.”

According to Bruce Larson, cultural resources director for Naval Facilities Engineering Command (NAVFAC), the Kiskiak chose this location due it proximity to the York River, and its tributaries and its access to an abundance of resources. This is verifiable through artifacts discovered in the field study as well as historical documentation.

The journals of Capt. John Smith recorded his early exploration of the York River, including spending Christmas with Indians in 1608, putting him in the Kiskiak village.

“This area typifies a really efficient place to live,” Larson added.

The evidence of a robust life for the Kiskiak was found in “midden” or garbage pits. These include oyster and clam shells, deer bones, turtle shells as well as evidence of corn being grown as a regular crop.

» see DIG | A7 Top photo: From left to right, Dr. Martin Gallivan, associate professor at the College of William and Mary, lays out artifacts found during a field study aboard Naval Weapons Station Yorktown to Capt. Paul Haebler, WPNSTA Yorktown commanding officer, and Cmdr. Steven Fichter, WPNSTA Yorktown Public Works officer.

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LOCAL SAILOR COMPETES Chesapeake native Matthew Vogel is competing in the military edition of NBC’s “American Ninja Warrior.”

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Captain marks 1,000 arrested landings Capt. Keith “Grumpy” Kimberly, Carrier Strike Group (CSG) 8 chief of staff, lands on the flight deck of aircraft carrier USS Harry S. Truman (CVN 75).

The event marks Kimberly’s 1,000th arrested landing on an aircraft carrier, he is the 371st pilot to achieve this since 1911. Truman is currently underway conducting training for its upcoming deployment.

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Australia, US alliance on display for Talisman Sabre 2015 Commander, Pacific Fleet

More than 33,000 U.S. and Australian personnel will participate in the biennial military training exercise Talisman Sabre 2015 in Australia, July 5-21.

Talisman Sabre, jointly sponsored by the U.S. Pacific Command and Australian Defence Force Headquarters Joint Operations Command, will incorporate Army, Navy, Marine Corps and Air Force, and the Royal Australian Navy, Australian Army, and Royal Australian Air Force as well as other government agencies from each country.

Featuring 21 ships, including the aircraft carrier USS George Washington (CVN 73) and more than 200 aircraft and three submarines, this sixth iteration of the exercise will focus on joint training of a Combined Task Force of U.S. and Australian forces in a midintensity, high-end operation, incorporating interagency participation. U.S. Pacific Command units and Australian forces will conduct land, sea, and air training throughout multiple training areas in and around Australia.

The exercise will be conducted from multiple locations in the U.S. to include Joint Base Pearl Harbor-Hickam, San

Diego, Joint Base Lewis McCord, Norfolk and Suffolk, and on the island of Guam; and multiple locations in Australia to include Darwin, Rockhampton, Amberley, Canberra, Enoggera, Fog Bay, the maritime areas of the Coral Sea; and Australian ranges to include the Bradshaw, Shoalwater and Townsville Field Training Areas.

Along with the opportunity to hone military skills, significant involvement from international, Australian and U.S. government agencies make this a truly collaborative whole-of-government effort. Active participation by international organizations includes the World Food Programme (WFP), the United Nations Office for the Coordination of Humanitarian Assistance (UNOCHA) and the International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC).

Australian government entities include the Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade, the Australian Agency for International Development (AusAID), the Australian Department of Agriculture, the Australian Customs and Border Protection Service the Australian Civilian Corps, the Australian Federal Police, and the Asia Pacific Civil-Military Centre of Excellence.

U.S. participating agencies include

the Departments of State (DoS), Justice (DoJ) and Agriculture (USDA), Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI), U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID) and the American Red Cross.

Talisman Sabre provides an invaluable opportunity to conduct operations in a combined, joint and interagency environment that will increase both countries' ability to plan and execute contingency responses, from combat missions to humanitarian assistance efforts.

U.S. and Australian military forces train and work together in a variety of exercises and missions throughout the year, including Pacific Partnership, which is the largest humanitarian assistance and disaster relief preparedness mission in the Indo-Asia-Pacific. Pacific Partnership began in May and will conclude in late September.

Talisman Sabre is a realistic and challenging exercise that brings service members closer and improves both nations' ability to work bilaterally, and prepares them to be poised to provide security regionally and globally. This exercise is a major undertaking and illustrates the closeness of the Australian and U.S. alliance and the strength of the military-to-military relationship.

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NORMANDY HOLDS LGBT HONORARY CEREMONY Sailors aboard the guided-missile cruiser USS Normandy (CG 60) gathered on the mess decks to celebrate Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual and Transgender (LGBT) Pride Month and the official induction of the Gay, Lesbian and Supportive Sailors (GLASS) group, June 26.

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THE ROAD TO BECOMING A MASTER Mastering a skill is no easy task. It takes time, dedication, an in-depth understanding, and great ability, to display the level of a master.

To become a martial arts master while serving full time as an active duty officer in the Navy is a daunting goal, considering the long sleepless nights, hours of standing watch and managing a division. Lt. j.g. Daniel Walker, stationed aboard the guided-missile cruiser USS Normandy (CG 60), has a long relationship with Tang Soo Do, a Korean martial art incorporating fighting principles from Subak, as well as Northern Chinese kung fu.

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COMFORT REACHES MID-DEPLOYMENT FOR CONTINUING PROMISE Continuing Promise 2015 Public Affairs PANAMA CITY, PANAMA

We look forward to our five upcoming mission stops to continue to foster the partnerships and promote our shared interests throughout the region.”

-CP-15’s mission commander, Capt.

Sam Hancock

The Military Sealift Command hospital ship USNS Comfort (T-AH 20) celebrated the mid-deployment mark upon arrival in Panama City, Panama, June 30, for the crew’s first liberty port during Continuing Promise 2015 (CP-15).

The united effort of host nation participants and the CP-15 crew has reflected a mutual dedication to providing quality patient care and promoting the shared interests, values and commitment to the region. This has resulted in the treatment of more than 62,500 primary care patients and veterinary care to more than 3,600 animals during mission visits in Belize, Guatemala, Jamaica, Nicaragua, Panama and El Salvador.

“The combined efforts and teamwork that the CP-15 crew has demonstrated working hand-in-hand with our many host nation friends and partners has made the first half of this mission both extremely successful and incredibly rewarding,” said Capt. Sam Hancock, CP-15’s mission commander.

“We look forward to our five upcoming mission stops to continue to foster the partnerships and promote our shared interests throughout the region.”

CP-15 host nation participants, partner nation participants, crew members, and non-governmental organization (NGO) volunteers have contributed to the seamless coordination of logistics, surgical screenings, patient care, engineering site projects, subject matter expert exchanges (SMEEs), and community relations (COMREL) events.

The SMEEs have been a consistent joint effort between the host nation governments, ministries of health, local hospitals, clinics, labs and staffs.

Each of the 730 SMEE topics has built upon relationships created in previous years’ missions. CP-15 participants have used these opportunities to share best practices, covering multiple topics, including medical and dental care; veterinary care for all sizes of

■ about the mission Continuing Promise is a U.S. Southern Command-sponsored and U.S. Naval Forces Southern Command/U.S. 4th Fleet-conducted deployment to conduct civil-military operations including humanitariancivil assistance, subject matter expert exchanges, medical, dental, veterinary and engineering support and disaster response to partner nations, and to show U.S. support and commitment to Central America, South America and the Caribbean.

animals; men’s and women’s health seminars; disease pathology and treatment; vector management; biomedical repairs; and crisis response.

The CP-15 surgical team has worked alongside host nation surgeons and nurses to perform over 660 surgeries.

Additional surgeries have been performed by the NGO, Operation Smile, in both Nicaragua and Panama.

“It has been a pleasure to work alongside the host nation surgeons and NGO medical providers. We have learned from one another, while building lasting relationships,” said Cmdr.

Timothy Powell, director of surgical services aboard Comfort. “Our greatest demand specialties have been general surgery, ophthalmology and [obstetrics and gynecology].”

The CP-15 team also includes an interventional radiologist who has performed several procedures, a new capability for the mission, according to Powell.

The engineering projects and COMREL events have played a large role in the continued commitment to Central America, South America and the Caribbean. Seabees attached to Construction Battalion Maintenance Unit 202 in Virginia Beach, and Jacksonville, Florida, have completed 59 projects, including the construction of a library and two pavilions; the installation of doors and windows; and mul-

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U.S. Army photo by Pfc. Tomarius Roberts The Military Sealift Command hospital ship USNS Comfort (T-AH 20) anchors off the coast of Panama City, Panama, as it arrives for a port visit during Continuing Promise 2015.

tiple electrical, fencing, and plumbing repairs.

The COMREL events have included dozens of visits to schools, orphanages, senior citizen homes, concerts, and sporting events alongside members of the community in each host nation.

The U.S. Fleet Forces Band, Uncharted Waters, has shared their musical talents throughout the mission, performing 67 concerts at COMREL events, medical sites, and schools. The

band has also taught masters classes to youths and held joint performances alongside host nation bands.

Although this port visit marks the halfway point in the mission, the crew continues to look ahead to the remaining CP-15 mission stops, which include Colombia, Dominica, the Dominican Republic, Haiti and Honduras.

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Among Norfolk ships, USS Lincoln raises most funds for NMCRS

By Lt. Cmdr. Jennifer Cragg USS Abraham Lincoln Public Affairs

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Sailors assigned to USS Abraham Lincoln (CVN 72) “paid it forwardâ€? to their fellow shipmates this year by raising more funds for the Navy-Marine Corps Relief Society (NMCRS) than any other ship stationed in Norfolk. “USS Abraham Lincoln is the top grossing ship on the waterfront,â€? said Lt. j.g. Antoinette Broere, Lincoln’s NMCRS coordinating ofďŹ cer. “This includes all 30 ships currently residing within the Norfolk and Hampton Roads area that make up what is called Sub Area 3 Command.â€?

While Lincoln Sailors raised more than $59,000 for NMCRS this year, Broere added that next year the ship’s goal will be $72,000. “Reaching the goal of $72,000 would further solidify the unwavering belief

that, as a command, there is no mission too large for us to face or achieve,� she said.

Lincoln’s Command Master Chief Lee Salas had promised to shave his head if the command had reached the goal of $72,000 this year. “This year’s goal was established by the Sailors and it was accomplished,� added Salas. “Next year, I’m challenging the Sailors to set their goal to $72,000, and if they accomplish it, I’ll shave my head. This is one challenge that I’m willing to lose.�

Salas and Lincoln’s Commanding OfďŹ cer Capt. Ron Ravelo, attended a NMCRS luncheon on June 29, that recognized the Norfolk-based commands that raised the most funds this year.

According to Senior Chief Aviation Boatswain’s Mate (Equipment) Melvin Abner, Lincoln’s NMCRS coordinating assistant, this year’s successful drive would not have been possible without support from the entire ship.

“[Our NMCRS team] was supported in every aspect and felt welcome in every department,� he said. “This drive was a great example of how our command could come together to support Sailors, while in a demanding environment.�

Abner added that supporting NMCRS is akin to supporting his fellow Sailors and families in times of need. “It was an honor to get out with my team and do something that supports Sailors and Marines in need,� he remarked. “NMCRS Norfolk was there to provide us everything needed to get the job done, while our regional coordinator ensured we were well-informed and provided every resource available to us.�

Lincoln is currently undergoing a refueling and complex overhaul at Newport News Shipbuilding, a division of Huntington Ingalls Industries, in Newport News.

Senior Chief Aviation Boatswain’s Mate (Equipment) Melvin Abner and Lt. j.g.

Antoinette Broere, left, both assigned to USS Abraham Lincoln (CVN 72), pose for a photo in front of a sign made by the Lincoln crew and alongside Lincoln’s command triad, Capt. Ron Ravelo, commanding ofďŹ cer, Capt. Todd Marzano, executive ofďŹ cer, and Command Master Chief Lee Salas, during a NMRCS luncheon in Norfolk.

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CSG-4 RECEIVES 2015 SECNAV SAFETY EXCELLENCE AWARD “Safety and risk management are indispensable to effectively prepare for and complete the Department of the Navy’s mission, whether at home or deployed in harm’s way,� SECNAV wrote in a Navy message announcing the award recipients. “Your safety accomplishments are proof positive of your commitment to mission, safety excellence, the nation, and to the Department of the Navy as a world class safety organization.�

Award recipients earn the right to y the SECNAV Safety Flag for the next year and will receive a commemorative plaque during an awards ceremony scheduled for July.

CSG-4, including its tenant commands Tactical Training Group Atlantic (TTGL) and Expeditionary Warfare Training Group Atlantic (EWTGL), is a team of experienced Sailors, Marines and civilians, who mentor, train and assess Atlantic Fleet combat forces to forward deploy in support and defense of national interests. These experts shape the readiness of Atlantic Fleet Carrier Strike Groups (CSG), Expeditionary Strike Groups (ESG), Amphibious Readiness Groups (ARG) and independent deploying ships through live, at sea and synthetic training, as well as, academic instruction.

By Lt. Cmdr. Patrick Evans Carrier Strike Group Four

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Secretary of the Navy (SECNAV) Ray Mabus announced this month that Carrier Strike Group (CSG) 4, was among the recipients of the 2015 Safety Excellence Awards.

CSG-4 was chosen as the top command in the Emerging Safety Center of Excellence category, which recognizes Navy and Marine Corps units for unparalleled safety achievements during the previous ďŹ scal year (FY).

Earlier this year, CSG-4 received the FY 2014 chief of naval operations (CNO) Shore Safety Award. CNO and command master chief safety award recipients automatically compete for SECNAV Safety Excellence Awards in their respective categories. “It is an absolute honor to be selected

by SECNAV for the Safety Excellence Award,� said Rear Adm. Richard Butler, CSG-4 commander. “This award is a testament to the hard work and dedication of the men and women of CSG-4, whose mission is to promote a culture of safety and readiness within our Atlantic Fleet combat forces.�

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USS SAN ANTONIO VISITS ICELAND U.S. Naval Forces Europe-Africa/ U.S. 6th Fleet Public Affairs REYKJAVIK, ICELAND

The amphibious transport dock ship USS San Antonio (LPD 17) arrived in Reykjavik, Iceland, for a routine port visit, July 1.

While in port, Sailors and Marines had the chance to visit the various cultural sites, shop and enjoy local hospitality.

This port visit to Reykjavik is the first since July 2013 and demonstrates the shared commitment the U.S. has toward promoting safety and stability within the region.

While in port, San Antonio crew members attended scheduled functions and participated in community relations projects with their hosts.

San Antonio recently visited Tallinn, Estonia, and while there, hosted Secretary of Defense Ashton Carter.

San Antonio served as the command ship for Commander, Striking and Support Forces NATO, Vice Adm. James G. Foggo III, during the 43rd iteration of exercise Baltic Operations (BALTOPS) 2015, June 5-20, in the Baltic Sea, where a total of 49 ships, 61 aircraft, one submarine, and a combined landing force of 700 Swedish, Finnish, United Kingdom, and U.S. troops participated.

Following BALTOPS, San Antonio participated in the maritime-focused city-wide festival Kiel Week in Kiel, Germany.

U.S. Naval Forces EuropeAfrica/U.S. 6th Fleet, headquartered in Naples, Italy, conducts the full spectrum of joint and naval operations, often in concert with allied, joint, and interagency partners, in order to advance U.S. national interests and security and stability in Europe and Africa.

For more news from Commander, U.S. Naval Forces Europe and Africa/U.S. 6th Fleet, visit www. navy.mil/local/naveur/.

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Above: USS San Antonio (LPD 17) Commanding Officer, Capt. Michael D. Patterson, right, leads a tour of his ship for U.S. Ambassador to Iceland, Robert Barber, center, during a scheduled port visit in Reykjavik, Iceland.

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Below: Aviation Electronics Technician 2nd Class J. M. Plantenga, left, and Aviation Electronics Technician 3rd Class B. J. Ohannesian fight a simulated fire during a general quarters drill aboard aircraft carrier USS Harry S. Truman (CVN 75).

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Truman completes TSTA, FEP

By MC3 J. A. Mateo USS Harry S. Truman Public Affairs

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Aircraft carrier USS Harry S. Truman (CVN 75) successfully completed tailored ship’s training availability (TSTA) and final evaluation problem (FEP), June 28, four days ahead of schedule, achieving an overall score of 96 percent.

The completion of TSTA and FEP means Truman can now move to the next phase of its inter-deployment training cycle, composite training unit exercise, as the ship continues preparing for its upcoming deployment.

TSTA is the first combined training event of a ship’s inter-deployment training cycle that tests and evaluates shipboard drills, in the areas of general quarters, damage control, medical, navigation, intelligence, and combat systems.

Capt. R. B. Scholl, Truman’s commanding officer, spoke highly of the crew’s performance during the evolution.

“I am always impressed by the Sailors’ performance,” said Scholl. “The enthusiasm, superb focus, effort, and training made for an outstanding performance during this TSTA and FEP evolution.”

According to Carrier Training Liaison Officer, Cmdr. R. L. Norvell, of Afloat Training Group, the Sailors aboard Truman performed exceptionally well during these evolutions and collaborated to excel, completing training safely and quickly.

“The average time to complete TSTA is 25 days – they did it in 21,” said Norvell. “From the beginning, they functioned well as a whole and only improved as time went on.”

The teamwork and proficiency Sailors demonstrated throughout the 21 days can be attributed to the extensive training Truman conducted in the months leading up to the assessment.

“I was confident about my performance during FEP,” said Personnel Specialist 2nd Class L. J. Holley. “During the shipyard period we had general quarters drills and damage control training pretty consistently.

As a member of the pipe-patching team, that extensive training afforded me and my shipmates the opportunity to sharpen our skills, and to be better prepared to handle casualties when the time came.”

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Although training was intensive and repetitious, Holley said it was necessary to ensure every Sailor was focused on this evolution and with an eye toward the upcoming deployment.

Lt. Cmdr. C. R. Harmon, Truman’s training officer, explained the preparation behind the successful completion of this evolution.

“Truman Sailors trained for countless hours, with over 30 general quarters drills, as well as individual drills, briefing and debriefing, in preparation for TSTA and FEP,” said Harmon.

Harmon said training played an important part in reaching the score, however, he added that positive attitudes, motivation, and the performance each Sailor had shown throughout the entire process was just as important.

“Truman Sailors came together with the highest display of positive mental attitude,” said Harmon. “Everyone’s motivation ensured success for the entire team. Now that this evolution is complete, Truman is certified [as an] independent unit ready for tasking.”

Above: Sailors simulate injured personnel during a mass casualty drill aboard aircraft carrier USS Harry S. Truman (CVN 75).

MC3 A. A. Cruz Sailors receive training on pipe-patching during a general quarters drill aboard aircraft carrier USS Harry S. Truman (CVN 75).

Sailors fight a simulated fire during a general quarters drill in the hangar bay of aircraft carrier USS Harry S. Truman (CVN 75).

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MC3 J. A. Mateo Chief Damage Controlman D. C. Coronado instructs Sailors during a general quarters (GQ) drill in the hangar bay of aircraft carrier USS Harry S. Truman (CVN 75). GQ drills prepare Sailors to be at the highest state of readiness in the event of an emergency.

Truman is underway conducting Final Evaluation Problem, or FEP, which demonstrates the ship’s ability to survive complex casualty control situations under dynamic conditions; to conduct simultaneous support functions and combat missions, as well as, the capability to deploy.

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TR honors nation’s birthday Sailors spell out #USA with the American flag on the flight deck of the aircraft carrier USS Theodore Roosevelt (CVN 71) in honor of the nation’s Independence Day weekend.

Roosevelt is deployed to the U.S. 5th Fleet area of operations as part of Theodore Roosevelt Carrier Strike Group supporting Operation Inherent Resolve, strike operations in Iraq and Syria as directed, maritime security operations and theater security cooperation efforts in the region.

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Continued from front ity of lesbian, gay and bisexual issues, referrals, and academic and leadership opportunities.

“I am glad to say that since the talk of starting up the program we have received phenomenal support from up and down the ranks,” said Electronics Technician 2nd Class Tiffany Taylor. “We have been graced with Sailors who are going to great lengths to make sure this program opens up to its full potential, because there is so much positivity that comes from community groups like this.”

Programs such as GLASS encourage Sailors to feel comfortable with their sexual orientation allowing an environment free of judgment, with a common goal to unify everyone throughout the service to see one another as a shipmate.

“It is a great opportunity for equality throughout the Navy and ultimately the military as a whole,” said Yeoman 2nd Class Tom Mayberry. “I think the way people ostracize others for their sexual preferences is a shallow mindset that negatively impacts the mission. We need to get past seeing people for their choices and look at them as they are, shipmates, peers, and friends.”

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people who run the program.

Each individual contributed a way for the association to improve morale, supporting various goals to educate the Sailors on board and raise awareness throughout the ship. A large bulletin board was hung in the passageway in front of the galley about the timeline of adversity the lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender community has faced by the crew to begin the awareness for this month.

“The official launch of the association is on July 10, and I can’t say enough how excited each and every person is,” said Hospital Corpsman 3rd Class Patrick Felan. “From the captain, all the way down to our newest Sailors on board, we have received so much support throughout the ship to make this association successful.”

The committees of GLASS have successfully held two meetings and a wealth of information was passed around in the hour that it took place.

They spoke passionately about sponsor ideas to host game nights similar to Morale, Welfare and Recreation (MWR), giving away gift baskets and raffles, even long term goals to volunteer their time with youth groups for the ship’s return to homeport.

“People are going to want to be a part of this group,” said Felan. “It might be foreign to

them now, but in a short while people will see how much fun we have. I think it is hard for most people to understand this group is a supportive group for everyone, not a support group for Sailors that are gay or lesbian.Yes, there are gay and lesbian Sailors, but the goal is for everyone to look past that and be one in the same uniform.”

GLASS members plan to host a heritage ceremony on July 10, and sponsor numerous activities and events on board throughout the deployment.

“Our major purpose behind the group is allowing all of our Sailors to understand one another,” said Taylor. “We want to be able to respect one another’s diversity, and show how far we can go with the support of each other as shipmates.”

It’s been three years since the first GLASS chapter was initiated in Great Lakes, Illinois, on Feb. 13, 2012. The program is growing well throughout the Navy with GLASS chapters being initiated on more than six ships of various platforms, such as destroyers, littoral combat ships, and aircraft carriers. Sailors are tailoring the association specifically to their home command, raising awareness, supporting one another and learning to accept everyone as a single unified Navy.

| Greenert visits Virginia Beach

Mark Piggott Students from the College of William and Mary searched through the remains of a Kiskiak Indian village, June 15, as part of a field study aboard Naval Weapons Station (WPNSTA) Yorktown.

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Field study conducted in agreement with W&M, NAVFAC

Continued from front opened the floor for a questionand-answer session on various topics including new uniforms and new PFA regulations.

Greenert said that the lighter-weight Navy Working Uniforms (NWUs), new service dress blues for male and female and new physical training gear, will be issued in 2016.

During the all-hands call, he addressed a question about the new spot check physical readiness test regulation that will allow commanding officers to randomly test the physical readiness of their Sailors by doing a mock PRT. According to Greenert, this regulation should be in effect in 2016.

Greenert continued by voicing his opinion on deployments and what the fleet should expect to see in the future.

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MC3 Kayla King Chief of Naval Operations (CNO) Adm. Jonathan Greenert speaks to Sailors at an all hands call at the Naval Air Station Oceana.

Theodore Roosevelt (CVN 71) is currently on a deployment expected to last eight months.

USS George H.W. Bush (CVN 77) was deployed for 10 months.

Greenert’s goal is to limit the duration of USS Harry S. Truman’s (CVN 75) upcoming

AIR SHOW Continued from front our Vietnam veterans, including personnel who were held as prisoners of war or listed as missing in action.

The NAS Oceana Air Show has a reputation for drawing the very best performers. The

deployment to seven months.

“That, to me, is sustainable for not only what we are asking you to do and your families, but the ships, the aircraft and to get the maintenance done,” said Greenert.

To watch the full Q & A, visit www.dvidshub.net.

A survey and evaluation of WPNSTA Yorktown in 2001-2002 laid out the potential hot spots for further archeological study on the installation. It also provided the command with vital information on where not to build for future construction projects.

“What the Navy is doing is complying with the National Historic Preservation Act by trying to get ahead of the curve to identify and evaluate all cultural resources and what we have to do to protect them,” Larson explained. “Once we know what we have, we can work with Public Works on the installation to move development around these significant archeological resources.”

“The whole weapons station has a series of sites that are remarkably well preserved,” Gallivan added. “So we began working in 2010 on the southeast side of Indian Field Creek with our first field study and have progressed to where we are today” During the month long field study, the

team found an assortment of artifacts, including arrowheads, pottery shards, remnants of a tobacco pipe, and even the remains of a charred log from a fire pit.

However, the biggest discovery was the multiple post stains, where the houses once stood.

The post stains, about 10-15 cm in diameter, are discolorations in the earth where posts were drilled into the ground to support a house-like structure. According to Gallivan, the varied rows of post stains discovered indicated that the Kiskiak moved their houses around, from time to time.

“This is like a living laboratory,” Larson said. “The state of preservation here is almost unparalleled in the Commonwealth.”

The field study is part of a five-year plan that began in 2010 in cooperation between the Navy and the College of William and Mary. Larson confirmed that the agreement between them will extend another five years to allow for further study.

| Signature annual event in Virginia Beach for more than 50 years

2015 show will feature the Navy Flight Demonstration Squadron, the Blue Angels.

In addition, crowds will enjoy performances by the GEICO Skytypers, A-4 Skyhawk, Shockwave Jet Truck, and many more civilian aviation demonstrations and Navy air

power.

The NAS Oceana Air Show, which was named the 2012 “Blue Angel Air Show of the Year” and the 2014 “Dick Schram Memorial Community Relations Award Winner,” has been a signature annual event in Virginia

Beach for more than 50 years.

The Air Show’s main event occurs on Saturday, Sept. 19, and Sunday, Sept. 20, with gates opening at 8 a.m., flying beginning at 10 a.m., and the Blue Angels performance at 3 p.m. Unique to the show will be the Navy’s Air Power Dem-

onstration where our local Strike Fighter Squadrons will demonstrate the combat flying tactics being used every day

by Navy pilots and aircrew.

On Saturday night, Sept. 19, the annual Beach Blast begins at 6:30 p.m., at the 31st Street Park featuring U.S. Fleet

Forces Band, Four Star Edition, an F/A-18 Super Hornet flyover, night parachute jumps, and an introduction of the men and women of the Blue Angels.

For more information on the NAS Oceana Air Show, www.oceanaairshow.com.

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U.S. NAVY PHOTO The door gunner aboard a Huey helicopter opens fire on a target below in the Mekong Delta.

UU.S. S NAVY PHOTOS TOP: The USS Newport News (CA-148) with her guns firin ring from the No. 1 turret in 1972. MIDDLE: Navy SEALS on patrol in the Mekong Delta. BOTTOM: USS Patapsco (AOG-1) off shore of Cua Viet in 1967.

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U.S. Navy advisors first arrived in South Vietnam in the fall of 1950, and by 1969 numbered 564.

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From the air, to the sea, to the land, the U.S. Navy performed a wide array of missions throughout the Vietnam War. The first order of business for the Navy, however, had nothing to do with engaging in campaigns against the North Vietnamese and Viet Cong. Beginning in 1950, U.S. naval advisors were on the ground in South Vietnam in order to assist the Republic of Vietnam in building the official Vietnam navy. Under the advisement of the naval officers, the Vietnam navy grew from 5,000 sailors and 122 ships to 42,000 sailors and 1,500 ships, the fifth largest navy in the world at the time.

In August 1964, USS Maddox was gathering intelligence on the North Vietnamese in the Gulf of Tonkin. On the afternoon of August 2, she radioed that she was under attack from three North Vietnamese torpedo boats. Following a reported second attack on Navy ships on August 4, President Lyndon B. Johnson addressed the American people and drafted a resolution to present to Congress asking for authority to undertake an official military response. Thus official U.S. involvement in Vietnam began.

The major campaign undertaken by the Navy was codenamed Operation Market Time. After discovering a 100-ton enemy trawler in Vung Ro Bay, the Navy had concrete evidence of the ability of the North Vietnamese to smuggle in arms through the use of unflagged Chinese-built steel-hulled coastal freighters, which could carry several tons of arms and ammunition in their hulls. Lasting for eight and a half years, Market Time was the single most successful interdiction program run by the Navy during the war and all but eliminated the North Vietnamese?s ability to resupply fighters in South Vietnam by sea.

The Navy was also instrumental in patrolling inland waters as well as coastal waters. Operation

Game Warden, Operation Sea Lords and the Mobile Riverine Force were all essential in routing North Vietnamese and Viet Cong forces in the Mekong Delta and inland rivers. Operation Game Warden, which consisted of a fleet of 31-foot patrol boats and augmented by attack helicopters and SEAL units, hindered large scale Viet Cong operations, kept waterways vital to the ports in Saigon and Hue open for allied use and interdicted enemy troop and supply movement. The Mobile Riverine Force was a joint Army-Navy assault force whose mission was to search out and destroy Viet Cong units operating in the Mekong Delta. Operation Sea Lords combined elements of forces Operation Market Time, Operation Game Warden, the Mobile Riverine Force and the Vietnamese navy to put a stop to the infiltration of North Vietnamese and Viet Cong troops and supplies into South Vietnam from Cambodia.

In order to support the multiple air campaigns, including Operation Rolling Thunder, launched during the war, the aircraft carriers of the 7th Fleet bombed fuel and supply facilities, power plants, bridges and railroads up and down the coast of North Vietnam and Laos. After Rolling Thunder proved to be unsuccessful, naval aviators played a key role in Operation Linebacker I. During that operation, naval aviators flew an average of 4,000 sorties per

U.S. NAVY PHOTO USS Newport News (CA-148) at sea off the coast of Vietnam.

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.

In December 1965, the U.S. Navy initiated Operation Game Warden.

August 1964 marked the beginning of the Navyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s air and surface bombardment against North Vietnam.

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The major campaign undertaken by the Navy was codenamed Operation Market Time. month while surface ships fired over 111,000 rounds at targets on the coast of North Vietnam. Naval aviators also carried out a very successful mining operation, code-named Pocket Money, to close the major ports in North Vietnam. During the follow-up Operation Linebacker II, Navy aircraft reseeded the major ports in North Vietnam with mines and played a role in air defense suppression missions.

The Navy provided key logistical support during the war as well. Navy Seabee construction units built support bases at Da Nang and Saigon to resupply the Navy and Marine Corps forces in the field, in addition to some Army and Air Force units. Naval Support Activity Sailors operated a fleet of supply craft and barges that patrolled in the Mekong Delta and beyond. Naval hospitals were built at Da Nang and Saigon and two hospital ships patrolled the area.

In all, almost two million Sailors served in Southeast Asia over the course of the Vietnam War.

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Chief of Naval Operations Energy and Environmental Readiness Division Public Affairs The amphibious assault ship USS America’s (LHA 6) color guard presents the colors while Lt. Dawn Stankus sings the national anthem at PETCO Park before a Major League Baseball game.

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The Navy’s Energy Training & Education Plan was formally approved, July 2, by Assistant Secretary of the Navy (Energy, Installations, & Environment) Dennis McGinn, acting Assistant Secretary of the Navy (Manpower & Reserve Affairs) Anne Davis, and Deputy Chief of Naval Operations for Fleet Readiness and Logistics Vice Adm. Philip H. Cullom. This signifies a major step toward the Secretary of the Navy Ray Mabus’ goal of enhancing energy training for all levels of Navy leadership.

Endorsement of the plan initiates the process of incorporating energy awareness into career training pipelines for officer and enlisted Sailors.

Over the past year, Navy leadership has been increasing the focus on direct Sailor engagement to highlight the importance of energy conservation. Fleet-hosted energy training events were held at four installations in San Diego, Norfolk, Jacksonville, Florida, and Yokosuka, Japan, during 2014 and 2015, which provided an opportunity to unite all sectors of the Navy community to raise awareness and gather feedback from the fleet.

“It is absolutely essential that we get out here and talk to the fleet and understand what the energy challenges we face are and to look for opportunities to get direct feedback on the policies we set for the Department of the Navy in Washington,” said Assistant Secretary of the Navy Dennis McGinn, during the Nov. 6, 2014, event held at Naval Air Station (NAS) Jacksonville.

“There is nothing that happens in our Navy and Marine Corps team that does not rely on energy. We have to continue to improve our energy efficiency, so that we can be ready whenever the president calls on us. This is all about improving our warfighting capability and our operational effectiveness,” said McGinn.

Over the coming months, the Naval Education and Training Command will perform a detailed analysis of how energy lessons can be

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The Major League Baseball team San Diego Padres took the Sailors of amphibious assault ship USS America (LHA 6) out to the ball game at PETCO Park on July 1.

The Padres offered America’s crew discounted tickets for the game against the Seattle Mariners and also included them in many of the pregame festivities.

“I was ecstatic when I was asked to throw the first pitch,” said Aviation Boatswain’s Mate (Fuel) 1st Class Joseph Mathews. “Going to the Padres game on its own was pretty great, but being able to throw the first pitch has been a childhood dream.”

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In addition to throwing the ceremonial first pitch, America’s color guard presented the colors while Public Affairs Officer Lt. Dawn Stankus, sang the national anthem.

“It was so surreal to represent my command and the Navy by singing the national anthem at the game,” said Stankus. “I felt a lot of pride.”

More than 800 America Sailors attended the game, making it the most successful and attended event in the ship’s history, said Shannon Smith, America’s afloat recreation specialist.

Smith made the arrangements for America’s day at the Padres game with help from the ship’s Morale, Welfare and Recreation (MWR) team.

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AMERICA WATCHES AMERICA’S GAME USS America (LHA 6) Public Affairs

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Secretary of the Navy Ray Mabus triples maternity leave: 18 weeks for women in the Navy and Marine Corps.

On July 2, Mabus announced that effective immediately, women who serve in the Navy and Marine Corps will have 18 weeks of maternity leave available to use during the first year of her child’s life.

“In the Navy and the Marine Corps, we are continually looking for ways to recruit and retain the best people,” Mabus said.

“We have incredibly talented women who want to serve, and they also want to be mothers and have the time to fulfill that important role the right way. We can do that for them. Meaningful maternity leave when it matters most is one of the best ways that we can support the women who serve our county. This flexibility is an investment in our people and our Services, and a safeguard against losing skilled service members.”

DOD Instruction 1327.06, Leave and Liberty Procedures for the Department, charges secretaries of the military departments with publishing departmental guidance in accordance with the DOD instruction. Under the section that delegates to the ability to designate the level of control for convalescent leave that exceeds 30 days, Mabus has directed that commanding officers grant additional convalescent leave up to 84 days beyond the currently

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Maternity leave increases from 6 to 18 weeks

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Gold Star Resources

When mom leaves home

By Lisa Smith Molinari Military Spouse Contributor

Ah … alone at last with a latte in the airport and plenty of time for people-watching before my flight.

That chubby little boy over there with the teddy bear backpack is just precious. Sitting criss-cross-applesauce in his chair. Blue eyes, dark lashes and dimples for knuckles.

Aw …

Lordy … what’s up with the guy drinking the Starbucks in the white linen pants and bright orange golf shirt? Mirrored sunglasses and a rusty tan … so cheesy. A fast talker I’ll bet. Why’s that lady moving her lips? Carrying on a full conversation with herself, hand gestures and all. Oh Geez, a policeman with a dog. Is he sniffing our luggage? I wonder if they’re looking for drug runners. How exciting ...

Uh oh, time to board.

Once a year, I leave my family and go off on my own for a few days to attend a newspaper col-

umnists’ conference. I’ve done this for the last four years in a row, and although I love to people-watch in airports and eat out for a few days, it’s not what you’d call … easy.

My active-duty Navy husband, who has left home for work more times that I can count, just simply packs a bag and goes. He does not ask about how our daughter will get to her tennis lesson. He does not make a list of meals ideas for us to eat while he is gone. He does not remind the kids to walk the dog. And when he returns to us, he dumps a suitcase full of dirty laundry by the washing machine before finding a good place to relax.

For me, on the other hand, leaving home is a tad more complicated.

Planning begins weeks in advance. I write grocery lists. I cook.

I jot reheating instructions on index cards. I make phone calls to arrange rides. I do laundry. I clean. I draw diagrams regarding pet care, chores, and logistics.

Don’t get me wrong, my family

is 100 percent capable of running a home in my absence. However, 21 years as a military stay-at-home mom has conditioned my family to depend on me.

When I get home in a few days, I won’t dump my dirty clothes by the washing machine, because there will already be a mountain of laundry waiting for me. To their credit, my husband and kids will run around throwing things in closets so the house looks decent, and I’ll smile and avert my eyes from the dirty toilet bowls and sticky counter tops.

Four more days before I have to deal with that.

“Boarding zones three and four,” is called and I walk through the human Habitrail and onto the plane.

Thanks to people stuffing oversized carry-ons into the overhead bins, I am forced to wait in line in First Class, staring at the privileged sitting comfortably in their oh-soroomy chairs. What makes you so special, I think as I pass by the

Navy Gold Star Program Supporting the survivors of fallen Sailors Fleet and Family Support Program

Navy Gold Star (NGS) is the Navy’s official program for providing long-term support to surviving families of fallen Sailors.

NGS is an inclusive program, regardless of your loved one’s military branch, duty status, location, or manner of death. Our commitment to you is that regardless of the branch of service, we will provide you with support and help you locate your branch’s survivor services. NGS coordinators provide dedicated outreach and support when, and for as long as, you desire.

NGS delivers Survivor Assistance (SA) programs and services through a holistic approach and is a “Total Navy” SA program to ensure the Navy’s promise of lasting support.

Our fallen Sailors made the ultimate sacrifice and the Navy is committed to their families.

The NGS Program serves as the advocate for the Survivor and provides support, information and services closest to where the family resides.

Program Eligibility The family members of a service member who died on active duty, regardless of the service affiliation or cause of death, includes: Spouse, parents (biological, adoptive, step or foster), siblings (brother/sister, step, adoptive, half), and children (biological, adoptive or step).

Primary services provided by NGS include, case management, non-clinical support, and financial education. In addition, NGS staff can coordinate with, and/or refer Survivors to appropriate agencies.

NGS wants Survivors to get, remain connected to, and feel supported by NGS; understand the grief process and are able to manage their grief; move forward and manage life changes throughout their life,; and stabilize or minimize loss of their financial resources.

Community Outreach Military and civilian agencies are aware of Survivors’ needs and provide support to NGS and Survivors. The Navy has set up six Regional coordinators and 12 installation coordinators, of which Navy Region Mid-Atlantic (NRMA) has one Regional and four installation NGS coordinators located in Great Lakes, Illinois; New London, Rhode Island; Virginia Beach; and Norfolk.

Additionally, before the close of 2014, all Navy installations without an official Navy Gold Star coordinator assigned will have at least one individual trained in the NGS program available within the Fleet and Family Support Center (FFSC) for support and referrals. Currently, the Defense Casualty Information Processing System (DCIPS) has record of 2,656 Survivors located within NRMA’s area of responsibility. The highest concentration of Survivors is within the Hampton Roads area.

NGS coordinators responsibilities Provide long-term case management and resource referral to Survivors; keep families connected to the Navy and promote Survivor Resilience; make initial contact with the family 15-30 days after a death notification; conduct a warm hand-off from a Casualty Assistance Calls Officer (CACO) after benefits and entitlement paperwork has been completed; liaise with support organizations and programs within the government and the community, as well as ensure local staff and commands are briefed on the NGS program; coordinate remembrance events within their region and provide back-up case management assistance, as needed.

Ultimately, the NGS coordinator helps to provide opportunities for Survivors to connect to the Navy and each other; keep in touch with the surviving family, as often as the surviving family would like; serve as a resource and referral expert on programs and agencies available, primarily by communicating with the surviving family and providing support in anyway the surviving family deems necessary.

Some examples of assistance needs: Relocating to a different area or setting up a move, school liaison support, or maybe a mom who wants to be paired up with other moms to remember their child. “Needs” will vary by individual, but it's good for folks to know that the NGS coordinator is here to help.

Installation NGS coordinators, located within the local FFSC’s, are the primary point of contact for Survivors. These individuals serve as the surviving family’s advocate and referral source for services and are the primary provider of case management and referrals.

NGS coordinators are working to establish a monthly social group where families can meet one another, and receive information

flimsy curtain on my way to the cheap seats.

Coach class looks like a mouthful of teeth crowded into a narrow palate. From my cramped window seat in aisle 23, the air is stale and at least 10 degrees too warm from human breath and body heat. Just as my armpits begin to dampen, the pilot taxis and takes off, banking sharply to the left.

Strangely, as I look down at the toy houses splayed out like The Game of Life, I feel a pang of homesickness for my utterly dependent family. Roping suburban streets studded with turquoise pools get smaller and smaller until the aircraft wings swirl into the steamy summer stratosphere.

In the tiny space left between bags on the floor, I click my heels and mutter to myself, “There really is no place like home.”

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

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Regarding the Gold Star lapel button If a service member is deployed overseas in support of an Overseas Contingency Operation, or dies from wounds sustained while overseas supporting this, the Gold Star lapel button is presented to the Survivors. PERS 13 Casualty Assistance Division makes this determination and issues these buttons. Despite the differences between the two pins and designations (immediate family members and next of kin), the NGS program recognizes both categories of Survivors equally for their loss and does not differentiate between the two regarding service deliveries.

NGS ID card: NSG ID cards are issued by Gold Star coordinators, once validated as a family member. Gold Star family parking spots have been designated on installations and are marked with a sign. These spots can be near medical facilities, the Navy Exchange, the Commissary, the FFSC, or any other location where Survivors might frequent. If you haven’t already noticed these spots, keep an eye out, they are another way the Navy is recognizing and honoring the sacrifices of these individuals.

Commands should consider being a part of the NGS mission by considering hosting events in recognition of the Survivor’s loss and their Sailor’s contribution to the Navy.

These can be as simple as a word from the commanding officer recognizing lost Sailors during an opening brief or as elaborate as a specific remembrance event. Include surviving family members in command picnics, or consider sponsoring them for the Navy Birthday Ball as a guest of the command.

Most family members just want to know their Sailor’s sacrifice is honored. There are established remembrance days each year and events are generally planned within the community, but this is also a good time to consider local options as well.

A few things to think about We have all heard the stories about the Sailor who never changed his Service Member's Group Life Insurance (SGLI) when he got married and the mother was the beneficiary, or even a previous girlfriend. Or the spouse who never paid the bills and had no idea what to do once the service member was gone. Be sure you are cognizant of your records to make things easier for your family if the worst happens. Discuss these things before it's too late.

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U.S. Navy presented with remains of schooner from Revolutionary War Naval History and Heritage Command, Communication and Outreach Division HARRISBURG, PA.

The city of Harrisburg formally presented the remains of Continental Navy schooner Royal Savage to the U.S. Navy during a press briefing at City Hall on July 1.

Mayor Eric Papenfuse presided over the event in which Naval History and Heritage Command (NHHC) Director, Sam Cox, accepted the artifacts on behalf of the Navy.

“This ship, and its artifacts are now going to be preserved and cherished for the public, and for generations to come, as they should be,” said Papenfuse. The mayor added, “for the last 20 years, the artifacts have stayed in storage, out of public viewing, and we are pleased today to bring them to the light of day and to make sure they are being given the proper care.”

Cox thanked the mayor and the people of Harrisburg, letting all know the artifacts are in good hands. “The U.S. Navy takes very seriously our obligation to protect and preserve the heritage of the Navy and our nation,” said Cox. “The first thing we will do is go through a process of preserving and protecting them for the long term. As we go through that process we will open the process up to scholars; archeologists and historians have much to learn from this.”

Art Cohn, of the Lake Champlain Maritime Museum, was also on hand for the historic return of the Royal Savage. He shared the ship’s story, its role on Lake Champlain, and the importance of studying her remains.

“I am here to celebrate and extend gratitude to the city of Harrisburg and to the Naval History and Heritage Command for their extraordinary cooperation in preserving a hugely important piece of American history,” said Cohn.

Royal Savage, a two-masted schooner, originally served in the Royal navy and was damaged and sunk by American forces under Richard Montgomery during the siege of St. Johns, Quebec, in the fall of 1775.

After American forces took the fort there on Nov. 2, 1775, the ship was raised and repaired. With the small schooner Liberty and the sloop Enterprise (ex-HMS George III), Royal Savage formed the nucleus of the American Lake Champlain squadron. That

■ about the schooner Royal Savage, a two-masted schooner, served in the American Lake Champlain Squadron under Benedict Arnold during the American Revolution before running aground and being burned by the British in October 1776. squadron, under Benedict Arnold, denied the British the use of the lake during the fall of 1776 and thus contributed to British Gen. John Burgoyne’s defeat at Saratoga.

In June of 1776, the American force, pushed from Canada, fell back to Crown Point, Skenesborough, and Fort Ticonderoga. There Arnold pressed his force to complete a shipbuilding program before the British completed their squadron. In late August, 10 of his ships were finished and he moved north with Royal Savage as his flagship.

He scouted the lakeshore well into September. On Sept. 23, 1776, he moved his fleet into an anchorage at Valcour Island, separated from the western shore by a halfmile channel, to await the remainder of his squadron, and the British.

With the arrival of the galley Congress, Arnold shifted his headquarters to that boat, and continued to wait. On Oct. 11, 1776, the north wind carried the British past the island.

American ships, including Royal Savage, appeared, fired on the enemy, and beat back into the southern entrance to the channel, where the remainder of Arnold’s force was positioned to meet the enemy. Arnold’s plan was to beat the British if possible, but, at all cost, to delay them.

Coming in from the south, the British force was handicapped by the wind. Arnold’s planning and the British acceptance of the bait had given the Americans a chance to carry out their mission. Royal Savage, however, ran aground on returning to the American line. Undefendable, she was abandoned. Despite attempts to reboard her, she was taken by the British and burned.

The ship remained in the lake until it was raised in 1934 by marine salvor and amateur archaeologist, Lorenzo Hagglund. According to Cohn, the remains of the ship and associated artifacts remained in the possession of Hagglund’s family until being purchased by the city of Harrisburg in 1995.

Photos by MC2 Eric Lockwood Above: Artifacts recovered from the Revolutionary War-era schooner Royal Savage sit in a box.

Left: Marine archaeologists with Naval History and Heritage Command decide how best to move timber wreckage from the Revolutionary War-era schooner Royal Savage.

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MC3 Mayra A. Conde Medical personnel aboard the Military Sealift Command hospital ship USNS Mercy (T-AH 19) give an injured person medical care during Pacific Partnership 2015.

Mercy transports injured to ship for critical care

By MC1 Trevor Andersen Pacific Partnership 2015 Public Affairs

ARAWA, AUTONOMOUS REGION OF BOUGAINVILLE, PAPUA NEW GUINEA

The Military Sealift Command hospital ship USNS Mercy (T-AH 19) sent an MH-60S Sea Hawk helicopter on a critical care patient transport mission, June 30, to retrieve six injured people, including an 18month old infant, from Han Island, a small land mass off the coast of Carteret Island in Papua New Guinea.

Mercy received all six patients who were immediately provided medical care.

“All patients are currently in good condition,” said Capt. Melanie Merrick, the commanding officer of the military treatment facility USNS Mercy.

The deputy chief secretary of the Autonomous Region of Bougainville, Papua New Guinea, contacted the U.S. embassy in Port Moresby to request assistance transporting the civilians, who were survivors of a small vessel reported lost at sea on June 27.

The Mission Commander of Pacific Partnership 2015, Capt. Chris Engdahl, direct-

ed his maritime operations center aboard Mercy to launch one of its helicopters from Helicopter Sea Combat Squadron 21 to pick up the injured and transport them to the ship for immediate care.

The injured had swam ashore after being lost at sea, June 27. On that same day, Mercy received a request for search and rescue support from the chief secretary of the Autonomous Bougainville Government (ABG) through the U.S. Embassy in Port Moresby.

The ABG reported a small boat missing at sea along with several passengers, one of whom was an infant. The boat had been in transit from Buka to Carteret Island.

In response, Mercy launched two helicopters, both with Navy search and rescue swimmers on board, to search the area, but they were unable to locate the boat or any survivors.

Of the passengers on board, six were able to swim to shore including a mother and her 18-month-old infant. The other remaining passengers remain unaccounted for, but a search operation continues led by the Papua New Guinea National Maritime Safety Authority.

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U.S. Marine Corps photo by Sgt. Valerie Eppler Cmdr. Marion Henry, a pediatric surgeon from San Diego, calms an infant in the casualty reception area of the Military Sealift Command hospital ship USNS Mercy (T-AH 19).

Medical personnel assist patients in the casualty reception area aboard the Military Sealift Command hospital ship USNS Mercy.

Mercy sent an MH-60S Sea Hawk helicopter on a critical care patient transport mission to retrieve six injured people from Han Island off the coast of Papua New Guinea.

U.S. Marine Corps photo by Sgt. Valerie Eppler

HSC-25 RESCUES LOST HIKERS IN GUAM

By MC3 Kristina D. Marshall Joint Region Marianas Public Affairs

ASAN, GUAM

Sailors from Helicopter Sea Combat Squadron (HSC) 25 conducted a search-andrescue (SAR) operation and recovered five hikers who went missing on July 4.

The rescue was a collaborative effort between the Navy and Coast Guard, and the Guam Fire Department and Police Department.

HSC-25 received a request from U.S. Coast Guard Sector Guam at approximately 7:30

p.m. for assistance in searching for five missing hikers in the vicinity of Tarzan Falls.

An MH-60S Sea Hawk helicopter was launched from Andersen Air Force Base at approximately 10:17 p.m.

The crew arrived on scene at 10:28 p.m. and immediately commenced searching.

They located the hikers at 11:15 p.m. The hikers were then transported to U.S. Naval Hospital Guam for treatment.

During the search, Guam was experiencing adverse weather conditions as a result of Tropical Storm Chan-

Hom, which was tracking near the island.

“The Independence Day SAR was an illustration of how beneficial it is to have a strong and willing relationship between multiple search units,” said Lt. j.g.

Walter “Wally” McGann, who was the co-pilot during the rescue. “Knowing when and how to use each other’s resources can lead to conducting an effective search.

Their ability to execute a coordinated effort in demanding conditions was vital to mission accomplishment.”

USS Blue Ridge visits allies in Sydney, prepares for joint exercise

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The U.S. 7th Fleet flagship USS Blue Ridge (LCC 19) arrived in Sydney for a port visit, further strengthening the relationship between the partner nations on July 3.

While in Sydney, embarked U.S. 7th Fleet staff will conduct the U.S.-Australian biennial military exercise Talisman Sabre 2015 from July 4-19.

Blue Ridge will act as command and control for the exercise and provide communications support for U.S. 7th Fleet and Australian Headquarters Joint Operations Command (HQJOC) staffs.

The Blue Ridge team consists of more than 900 crew members, including embarked U.S. 7th Fleet staff and the “Golden Falcons” of Helicopter Sea Combat Squadron 12.

During the visit, many service members will volunteer

their off duty time, participating in community service events at two separate children’s hospitals and one retirement home.

“Community service projects provide Sailors an opportunity to affect lives and leave a lasting impression on the nations they interact with,” said Religious Programs Specialist 1st Class Brian Jewell, Blue Ridge’s community service coordinator. “These events are important because they also give each nation a chance to view each other differently.”

Blue Ridge’s Morale, Welfare and Recreation (MWR) office scheduled inter-navy basketball, volleyball and soccer games between Sailors from the Blue Ridge and the Royal Australian navy.

“It’s a wonderful opportunity for us to engage in friendly competitions and to interact with Sailors from other countries,” said Cryptologic Technician (Technical)

2nd Class Christopher Dugas, Blue Ridge’s MWR sports coordinator.

“A lot of times when we pull into ports the Blue Ridge sports teams are looking forward to playing the home country’s team,” said Logistics Specialist 2nd Jennifer Thai, a Blue Ridge MWR representative. “Events like these encourage camaraderie between our service members.”

MWR also provides Sailors an opportunity to explore Sydney and learn about the culture and history through tours, such as to the Sydney Opera House or the panoramic city tour taking Sailors to the Rock, the oldest village in Sydney.

“These tours give Sailors a chance to get away and see the different scenic sites that Sydney has to offer,” said Thai. “It is very important to provide opportunities that they might not have taken advantage of on their own.”

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PROWLER RETIRES FOLLOWING 45 YEARS OF NAVAL SERVICE

By MC2 John Hetherington

OAK HARBOR, WASH.

Electronic Attack Wing, U.S. PaciďŹ c Fleet (CVWP), hosted a three-day Sunset Celebration commemorating the retirement of the Navy EA-6B Prowler, June 25-27.

The celebration, marking the end of an era for the Electronic Attack community, included a history hall in CVWPâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Havilland Hangar with a Prowler on display, a farewell ceremony and concluded with the last Navy Prowler ďŹ&#x201A;ying off from Naval Air Station Whidbey Islandâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s (NASWI) Ault Field. More than 1,000 registered guests attended the event. â&#x20AC;&#x153;This weekend, the Prowler Sunset Celebration, has been fantastic,â&#x20AC;? said retired Capt. Fred Wilmot, who served as a test pilot for the Navy Prowler and delivered the ďŹ rst Prowler to NASWI while serving in Electronic Attack Squadron (VAQ) 129 in January 1971. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Weâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ve been able to see people we havenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t seen in 35 to 40 years or so, including some of the original people from Grumman who designed the system.

Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s really a ďŹ tting end to the Prowler era.â&#x20AC;?

Wilmot credited the lengthy service of the Prowler to multiple factors. â&#x20AC;&#x153;The fact that the Prowler stuck around for 45 years is testimony to how well it was designed and built, and the thousands of men and women who have maintained and operated it,â&#x20AC;? said Wilmot. â&#x20AC;&#x153;My

through this major transition. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Weâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ve sunset our last Navy Prowler with VAQ 134, so the entire community will now be transitioned to the EA-18G Growler,â&#x20AC;? said Walker. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s really spectacular to see the community grow into the fantastic airplane, the EA-18G Growler.

Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s just been really neat to be in charge during this time frame as we move from one airplane to the next.â&#x20AC;?

Wilmot thinks that the future of the VAQ community will be bright.

MC3 Brian Stephens â&#x20AC;&#x153;It closes a chapter on the missing man formation was Prowler bringing this piece Prowler, but certainly not an emotional experience for of naval aviation history full on this community,â&#x20AC;? said circle.

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B6 | THE FLAGSHIP | JUL 9, 2015 | FLAGSHIPNEWS.COM Navy divers from Explosive Ordnance Disposal Technical Division at Indian Head, Maryland, assist student teams with their human-powered submarines during the 13th International Human-Powered Submarine Race (ISR) being held in the David Taylor Model Basin at the Naval Surface Warfare Center Carderock Division.

ISR is a unique international engineering design competition that inspires high school and collegeage students of the various engineering disciplines to pursue careers in science, technology, engineering and mathematics.

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SCUBA GEAR REQUIRED Young engineers compete for underwater dominance

By Sierra Jones ONR Corporate Strategic Communications

BETHESDA, MD.

The Navy watched the next generation of marine engineers test their design skills at the 13th International Submarine Races (ISR), held at the Naval Surface Warfare Center (NSWC) Carderock Division, June 22-26.

Assistant Chief of Naval Research, Capt.

Rob Palisin, and other senior leaders from the Office of Naval Research (ONR), attended the ISR, co-hosted by ONR, NSWC Carderock and the Program Executive Office Submarines. During the biennial event, students design, build and race a one- or twoperson, human-powered submarine down a 100-meter underwater course. Most teams were from high school or college, but one

team, Kids Into Discovering Science, had students as young as elementary school age.

“This event requires students to have knowledge of STEM [science, technology, engineering and mathematics] disciplines that will be crucial for our nation moving forward,” said Kurt Yankaskas, ISR executive director and ONR program officer. “As students go through the process of designing, building and testing their submarines, the skills learned are the same ones needed in our future scientists and engineers.”

ONR leaders said that a firm understanding of STEM disciplines is important to the nation, the Navy and naval STEM programs, which are coordinated within ONR. The focus of naval STEM is not only to support the development of future scientists and engineers, but also continue the advancement and training of the current naval workforce.

Submarine design and competition fits nicely into those goals, said officials.

“ISR is a fantastic event that brings students and naval personnel together at an active military installation,” said Dr. Michael Simpson, ONR director of education and workforce.

“Members of the current and future work forces walk away from this experience with an expanded knowledge base and enthusiasm for the future. It’s a win in every way.”

The ISR race saw 25 teams from around the globe compete for various cash prizes.

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SECNAV Ray Mabus triples maternity leave Continued from B1 authorized 42 days of convalescent leave following the birth of a child.

For families, increased time following the birth of her child has tangible benefits for the physical and psychological health of both mother and child.

For the Navy and Marine Corps, there is the likelihood that women will return to and stay in her career, yielding higher readiness and retention for the services.

“When the women in our Navy and Marine Corps answer the call to serve, they are making the difficult choice to be away from their children – sometimes for prolonged periods of time – so that they can do the demanding jobs that we ask them to do.” Mabus said.

“With increased maternity leave, we can demonstrate the commitment of the Navy and Marine Corps to the women who are committed to serve.”

The policy, which is effective immediately, will also apply retroactively to any woman who has been authorized convalescent leave following the birth of a child since Jan. 1, 2015. Under the new policy, commanding officers are required to grant to a woman up to a total of 18 weeks, using a combination of maternity leave and convalescent leave beyond 30 days. A mother does not need to take all of her leave at once; however, she is only entitled to the use of this type of leave within one year of her child’s birth.

The Department of the Navy’s increase in maternity leave is the latest in a series of personnel initiatives announced by the Secretary of the Navy.

We’ve moved – Our website, that is Navy Personnel Command Public Affairs MILLINGTON, TENN.

Navy Personnel Command’s (NPC) website has a new home – on the cloud.

The address for the NPC site is www. npc.navy.mil, and once on the page visitors can navigate to their desired pages and save new bookmarks.

“NPC’s website moved to a commercial cloud site the week of June

12,” said Lt. Cmdr. Jodie Cornell, NPC public affairs officer. “Updating your bookmarks will avoid the 404 errors common when sites change their home locations.”

Previously the address www.npc. navy.mil redirected visitors to another address. If users don’t update their bookmarks by the end of July, they will encounter the 404 Page Not Found web error.

The NPC website is visited more than 1.3 million times monthly by more than 500,000 Sailors, retirees and family members. From selection board information and results, career counseling, links to the Navy’s most used personnel programs and being the official home for NAVADMIN and ALNAV messages, instructions and forms, www.npc. navy.mil is the home for all Navy personnel information.

AMERICA | Currently

Aviation Boatswain’s Mate (Fuel) 1st Class Joseph Mathews, assigned to the amphibious assault ship USS America (LHA 6), shakes hands with the mascot of the San Diego Padres after throwing the first pitch.

in maintenance period Continued from B1 “My goal is to be able to find ways like this to benefit the crew,” said Smith. “It is important to me that the crew has days like these where they can have a day off and be with family and friends.”

Yeoman 3rd Class Melissa Saavedra, a member of America’s color guard, expressed her enthusiasm and appreciation for the event.

“It was a lot of fun,” said Saavedra. “It’s days like these that I really appreciate what the Navy does for me.”

America is currently in a maintenance period, known as post shakedown availability, in which contractors repair and update the ship’s design.

America is the first ship of its class and is optimized for Marine Corps aviation.

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online for more Navy energy resources Continued from B1 developed and implemented into existing courses.

“We want to incorporate energy training in a seamless fashion so that it is embedded within long-standing core topics like planning, operations, and maintenance,” said Director of the Navy Energy Coordination Office, Capt.

Jeff Maclay. “We don’t want to disrupt the training enterprise. What we want to disrupt is the way our Sailors think. We want them to think critically about their fuel consumption, whether it is afloat, in the air, or ashore.”

The full Navy Energy Training & Education Plan can be accessed here: http://greenfleet.dodlive.mil/library/policy/energy-guidance-and-documents/.

For more information about the Navy Energy Program, please visit the public website: http://greenfleet. dodlive.mil/energy/.

DOD personnel can access other Navy Energy resources, such as those below, on the CAC-enabled milSuite.

■ Navy Energy: https://www.milsuite.mil/book/ groups/navy-energy.

■ Navy Energy Library: https://www.milsuite.mil/ book/groups/navy-energy-library.

■ Navy Energy Innovation: https://www.milsuite. mil/book/groups/energy-warrior.

For more news from Chief of Naval Operations Energy and Environmental Readiness Division, visit www.navy.mil/local/n45/.

NAVSCIATTS COMPLETES FIRST SPANISH STRATEGIC LEVEL SMALL CRAFT COMBATING TERRORISM COURSE

By Glenn Sircy Naval Small Craft Instruction and Technical Training School Public Affairs

JOHN C. STENNIS SPACE CENTER, MISS.

Our goal is to train exceptional leaders and generate the ideas and expertise that provide solutions to some of the most serious maritime threats which face governments around the globe.”

-Cmdr. John C. Cowan, NAVSCIATTS commanding officer

Eight senior officers from four partner nations completed Naval Small Craft Instruction and Technical Training School’s (NAVSCIATTS) 12th iteration of its Strategic Level Small Craft Combating Terrorism Course (SLC) on July 1.

The officers represented their countries of Colombia, Costa Rica, Mexico and Panama, to attend the course now offered in Spanish. Rear Adm. Miguel Angel Cobos Soto, from Mexico, was the most senior officer enrolled in the course.

Vice Adm. Carlos Adolfo Thomas, commander, National Defense Naval Command Guatemala delivered remarks as the guest speaker and Capt.

Juan Carlos Pineda Paiz, commander, Naval Special Forces Guatemala was a guest dignitary.

“The delivered curriculum and partner nation relationships built by NAVSCIATTS helps to exponentially increase security around the globe,” said Thomas. “I congratulate each of the graduating senior officers and thank NAVSCIATTS for helping to make the world a better place for current and future generations.”

The four-week, in-resident SLC course consisted of seminar-style instruction giving the students the opportunity to examine the interplay between military and unit organizational culture and the effectiveness of counter-terrorism policy as it plays out at the operational and strategic levels across a range of different maritime-focused units. With supporting lecturers from the Western Hemisphere Institute for Security Cooperation and the Defense Institute of Security Assistance Management, the SLC officers were able to discuss key topics with subject matter experts.

The SLC course was designed to expand senior officers’ and/or civilian equivalent leaders’ mili-

tary education on the strategic theory of standing up, leading and operating a “Combating Terrorism” small craft unit, to include operational campaign design focused on counter-terrorism, maritime domain control and counter-narcotics.

The course of instruction also included maritime security doctrine, operational command and control, training and readiness, organizational leadership, material craft and equipment suitability, logistics, maintenance sustainability, professional military education and maritime facilities and infrastructure.

During the third week of this course, the senior officers traveled to Miami and Key West, Florida, to visit and meet with key leaders and staffs at the following organizations: Joint Interagency Task Force South; Special Operations Command South; Drug Enforcement Agency, Miami Field Division; U.S. Southern Command; U.S. Coast Guard Sector Miami; and Port of Miami.

The SLC senior officers were given overview command briefs and discussed the interagency coordination and command and control while conducting operations the organization routinely encounters.

While meeting with Rear Adm. Peter Clarke, deputy director, Joint Interagency Task Force South, Clarke added, “partner nation relationships are key in our efforts of being successful in conducting interagency and international detection & monitoring operations, and facilitating the interdiction of illicit trafficking in support of national and partner nation security.”

NAVSCIATTS’ SLC course, where students from all over the world gather to discuss shared challenges, also helps facilitate the formation of networks between partners who operate in the same geographic area and face similar problems.

This network that reaches across oceans and continents allows for an efficient sharing of informa-

tion between U.S. forces and facilitates efforts with other agencies and international partners.

At times these networks have been used in the war against terror, piracy or criminal activities.

For example, during a recent SLC course, a classmate from Europe was talking about an security issue at one of their ports, and a classmate from South America responded that he had ships from that port entering his country and that was the start of a multi-national anti-smuggling effort.

Many of NAVSCIATTS’ alumni also remain in contact with the staff in regards to professional matters like changing technology or training opportunities.

“Everyone involved with NAVSCIATTS is united by a common desire to make the world a better place. Our goal is to train exceptional leaders and generate the ideas and expertise that provide solutions to some of the most serious maritime threats which face governments around the globe,” added Cmdr. John C. Cowan, commanding officer, NAVSCIATTS. NAVSCIATTS is a Department of the Navy schoolhouse operating under the U.S. Special Operations Command. NAVSCIATTS trains and educates Partner Nation Security Forces (PNSF) on a wide range of topics including small craft strategy, operations, communications, weapons, maintenance and instructor development.

NAVSCIATTS currently offers more than 20 courses with an average of nearly 1,000 personnel graduating from in-resident and mobile training events annually. Since 1963, nearly 11,000 students from 113 partner nations have graduated from NAVSCIATTS. Courses are offered in English and Spanish or in other languages through the use of translators.

For more news from Naval Small Craft Instruction and Technical Training School , visit www. navy.mil/local/navsciatts/.

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Downtown Restaurant Week to feature 20 Norfolk restaurants

By Judy Cowling Virginian-Pilot correspondent

Grab a pen and start planning a little early, and maybe hitting the gym extra hard.

Downtown Norfolk Restaurant Week runs July 12 – 19, and it’s a great opportunity to try the fare at the 20 featured restaurants.

The chefs have been busy creating menus for price-fixed lunches starting at $10, and dinners for $20, $30 and $40. The emphasis is on fresh local seafood, meat and vegetarian dishes.

For participating restaurants and detailed menu offerings, visit http://www.downtownnorfolk.org/ explore/nightlife.

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

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Chesapeake native to compete in military edition of NBC’s “American Ninja Warrior” By: Rashod Ollison The Virginian-Pilot

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Chalk the Walk

Matthew Vogel can’t give up any details.

But he will tell you that the process was beyond intense and that surviving it was no easy feat.

The Chesapeake native, a major in the Air Force who’s stationed in New Jersey, will be competing in a special military edition of the NBC series “American Ninja Warrior.” The show aired on July 6.

“I will tell you it was an extremely challenging course, and that there wasn’t a whole lot of finishers,” Vogel says from New Jersey.

The show follows competitors through a series of obstacle courses. Those who complete them move on to the finals course in their designated region and then on to a national finals round in Las Vegas, where participants face an elaborate, four-stage series of obstacles modeled after the Mount Midoriyama course in Japan. The grand prize is $1 million, but in the show’s six seasons no competitor has claimed the prize.

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The Virginia Aquarium Chalk the Walk ARTsplosion takes over the Virginia Beach Boardwalk from 10 a.m.

– 5 p.m., on Saturday, July 11, as hundreds of artists and “wanna-be artists” gather to turn the boardwalk into an impromptu canvas of color. Artist registration will be on the boardwalk at 17th Street, and art will be on display between 15th and 17th Streets.

At Chalk the Walk, participants draw four by four foot chalk drawings for three blocks along the boardwalk.

This year’s theme will be Mysteries of the Ocean. What visions of the sea come to your mind: Mermaids? Sea creatures real or imagined? Transportation above or below the surface? Our delicate relationship with the life-giving ocean? Stewardship of this vast resource? Let Mysteries

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of the Ocean be your guide as your chalk drawing comes to life.

Chalk the Walk participants are encouraged to incorporate the theme in their work.

Two-hundred competitors will complete chalk drawings to be evaluated by a panel of judges, who will score the drawings according to criteria such as composition, use of color, adherence to theme and creativity. There will be three competitive divisions: Amateur, Professional, and Youth. The Youth division will be for ages 12-16. Children 11 and

under will be invited to draw for fun in a separate area. Trophies and cash prizes will be awarded for each division.

Winners will be announced at 4:30 p.m., at the registration tent. All participants must register by 1 p.m., to qualify for the competition. All drawings must be completed by 3:30 p.m., to be eligible for prizes.

Advance registration for Chalk the Walk is not required. There is no fee to participate, but it is recommended that artists bring their own chalk.

For more information about Chalk the Walk, visit www.BeachStreetUSA.com or call 491-SUNN (7866).

The Virginia Aquarium Chalk the Walk ARTsplosion is sponsored by the Virginia Aquarium, FNV, the Oceanfront Inn, BathFitter, Pepsi, and the City of Virginia Beach.

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BIG BAND MUSIC, DANCING RETURNS TO TOWN POINT PARK NORFOLK

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When: July 11, 3 p.m. and 7 p.m.

Where: American Theatre Cost: $10 For more information, call: 722-2787

The Hurrah Players promise to make the American Theatre stage sizzle this July with two special performances of the Magic and Music of Motown.

Whether you heard it live, on an 8 track player, or through the grapevine – there is no mistaking that soulfully distinct 1960’s Motown sound. During an era fraught with division and aggression, Motown brought people together through the magic of its music.

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When: July 10, 6 p.m.

Where: Constant’s Wharf Park & Marina Cost: Free For more information, call: 514-7267

The Suffolk Parks and Recreation is pleased to announce the 2015 TGIF Summer Concert Series.

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. Make sure to bring your own chair or blanket for seating. Park events are pet friendly for our furry friends on leashes (unless otherwise noted).

Big Band Music and Dancing returns to the Downtown Norfolk Waterfront with Guy Lombardo’s Royal Canadians with Al Pierson, for a one night performance Saturday, July 11, 5 p.m.

– 9 p.m. Produced by Norfolk Festevents, admission to the concert is free and open to the public.

Town Point Park will feature a spacious open air dance floor along with reserved table seating. Lawn seating and picnics are welcome. Gourmet foods, beverages including vintage cocktails, will be available for purchase.

Town Point Park will open at 5 p.m.,

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Red Panda Cubs born at Virginia Zoo

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for pre concert refreshments. The show begins at 7:30 p.m.

Countless people remember with nostalgia the tradition of Guy Lombardo with his Royal Canadians playing at New York City’s Waldorf Astoria on New Year’s Eve. Since the death of Lombardo in 1977, the playing of Auld Lang Syne at the stroke of midnight has become a tradition as it is performed by various bands before enthusiastic audiences throughout the world.

Since picking up the Lombardo baton, Pierson has gained ever-greater acclaim throughout the continental U.S. and Canada for his recreation of

the sound of Guy Lombardo’s original band. Pierson was broadcast weekly on PBS in many of America’s cities and towns for a number of years. Pierson is known by his fans and associates as Mr. Personality and somewhat in a class with Liberace and Victor Borge.

Pierson has been named as Who’s Who in entertainment. He has also been nominated to the highest acclaimed of all “Who’s Who in the World”. For music samples and more information about the artists, please visit http://bit. ly/1Hdx6lf.

For more information visit festevents.org or call 757.441.2345.

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progress closely.”

The cubs will stay in the nest for more than 90 days, but lucky visitors might see mom Bernadette occasionally carrying a cub in her mouth throughout the exhibit from one nest site to another – a panda’s way of diverting attention away from the cub’s scent, and nest site, from potential predators. The zoo’s Panda Cam also offers the public a chance to see the cubs inside the nest: http://virginiazoo.org/red-panda-animal-cam/.

Red pandas are tree-dwelling animals native to the eastern Himalayas and southwestern China. Slightly larger than a domestic cat and with markings similar to a raccoon, red pandas have soft, dense reddish-brown and white fur.

There are two new residents in the Virginia Zoo’s Asia – Trail of the Tiger exhibit – baby red pandas. This is the third set of twins born at the zoo in the last three years.

Born Thursday, June 25, the cubs are the first mixed-gender set for mom Bernadette. The female tips the scales at 85 grams and the male weighs in at 78 grams. Zoo veterinarian, Dr. Amanda Guthrie, says that the cubs are in good health and appear to be thriving under the watchful care of mom Bernadette.

“These are very significant births for the species,” states Guthrie. “Bernadette is a great, experienced mother so we are confident these cubs will do well. They look healthy at this time and we’ll continue to monitor their

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When: July 10, 7 p.m.

Where: Banquet Hall ■ Cost: $10 - $25 ■ For more information, call: 232-0288 Dance to music from the 40s! Includes food, games and raffles. This is a fundraiser for community development in the Dominican Republic. Childcare will be provided with family entry fee ($25) with a double movie feature for children ages 2-12 with popcorn and games (ages 13+ welcome to dance). Must RSVP for childcare.

2015 StarQuest World Finals ■

When: July 13 - 18, 8 a.m.

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StarQuest International is consistently exceeding expectations and creating new standards while competitors scramble to keep pace. Broadway caliber performances, extraordinary production values and on-time performances in a friendly atmosphere are the hallmarks of a StarQuest event.

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Continued from C1 Vogel has long been a fan of the show and says his wife convinced him he should apply to compete. He submitted a three-minute video and filled out a tedious application that was about 20 pages long.

“It went on and on and on,” Vogel says. “They asked about military questions, deployment, family, life experiences, everything.”

He received a call about a month ago. A few days later, Vogel flew out to San Pedro, California, for the show. The producers of “American Ninja

Warrior” stipulated that he not divulge details before the show airs. The military city finals episode will air on Aug. 17.

After sending the application, Vogel figured he’d better prepare just in case he got the call.

“I went into beast mode,” he says. “You don’t know what to expect. It’s all a mystery until you show up.”

Three days a week, Vogel did CrossFit training, a combination of high-intensity exercises, starting at 5 a.m., and weight lifting during his lunch break. After work, he did obstacle-course training.

Vogel, 33, has been athletic most of his life. He went to Virginia Military Institute on a track scholarship and graduated in 2004.

He comes from a military family: Both grandfathers were in the Army; his father was in the Coast Guard; and his brother is in the Navy.

He was born in Portsmouth Naval Hospital, but spent the early part of his childhood in California before his family returned to Hampton Roads when Vogel was 12. He graduated from Western Branch High School in 2000. Vogel and his wife, Cam, have two girls ages 3 and 2.

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Competing on “American Ninja Warrior” is an extension of his focused and regimented demeanor.

“Maj. Vogel is a natural leader who excels in everything he does,” says Army Col. Mark Towne, deputy commander at Joint Base McGuire-Dix-Lakehurst, where Vogel is stationed. “He makes great contributions supporting our Army, Navy, Air Force and Marine Corps every day.

We can all be proud of his selection to compete on national TV against some of the nation’s top athletes and his selfless service to our nation.”

Vogel is philosophical about competing on the show.

As with most things in his life, it’s all about preparation.

“The biggest challenge is the unknown,” he says. “Overall fitness was my main goal – to make sure I could handle anything thrown at me. That’s all you can do.”

This article was originally published in The VirginianPilot and Pilotonline.com.

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PILOT CRITIC LISTS TOP 10 DOG MOVIES

By Mal Vincent Virginian-Pilot correspondent

When they look at you, it’s all over. You are everything to them. They love you, unconditionally.

It never fails: Dog movies get us puddly.

But in contemplating my entirely subjective Top 10, it was something of a surprise that only three were out-and-out tearjerkers. I had thought there would be more. Maybe it’s because we tend to remember the gut-wrenching ones.

The movies try again with the opening of “Max,” about a Marine dog trying to adjust to the loss of his master in combat.

But whether it is Lassie, the Tramp or Old Yeller, these are Technicolor stand-ins for the dog in your front room – and they don’t chew up the furniture.

1. “Lassie Come Home” (1943) Never before, or since, have I been so traumatized, and it was not because of anything “they” did to Lassie. It was the scene when Lassie’s new best friend, a little terrier, was killed by a couple of lowlifes.

I wasn’t worried about Lassie. Lassie could take care of herself. But I was 5 years old, and I started crying. I wanted to fight. I wanted to tear down the screen of Peoples Theater in Roanoke Rapids, North Carolina. My mother took me out to the lobby and told me to calm down. It was just make-believe, she said. I was skeptical.

It played out as a happy ending – sort of.

Lassie did get back home across the entire length of Scotland, back where she could wait in the yard for Roddy McDowall to get out of school. Incidentally, I hardly noticed Elizabeth Taylor was in the movie.

The real star in all those Lassie movies was Pal, the greatest dog star of all time. And, yes, Lassie was always played by a male descendant. But not all were born for the spotlight.

One time, the pooch was spooked by the cameras, ran off the MGM lot and evaded everyone for three days. He was replaced.

2. “Old Yeller” (1957) Just the title brings back wrenching tragedy. Afflicted with rabies brought about by a wild wolf, Old Yeller gives all for his family and ... well, let’s just move on quickly. I was 19 by then and I had toughened up.

3. “Lady and the Tramp” (1955) As Peggy Lee tells us, “He’s a Tramp.” He finds a new love every day. Lady, on the other hand, is a demure Cocker Spaniel brought up in the best of homes. Who knew a plate of spaghetti shared in an alley behind an Italian restaurant would lead to one of the greatest screen kisses of all time?

6. “Good-bye, My Lady” (1956) A heart-wrencher. A boy in a backwoods swamp finds a rare “laughing” dog, only to have to give her up to the rightful owner. The real star is Brandon De Wilde (“Shane”), who often visited his grandmother in Norfolk – and Ocean View Amusement Park.

7. “Homeward Bound: The Incredible Journey” (1993) Hilarious, but these fur-covered wisecrackers show us what it takes to get along.

Chance, an American bulldog; Shadow, an aging golden retriever; and Sassy the cat, take off when they think they’ve been abandoned.

The cat has the best lines, but the bulldog leads the way.

8. “My Dog Skip” (2000) More a series of anecdotes than a movie.

Still, the scene in which Skip appears to be driving a car is enough to put this one on the list. The boy (Frankie Muniz) has to offset bullies, and Skip encourages him.

9. “Beverly Hills Chihuahua” (2008) Sassy, witty and hilarious, this is a cultureclash comedy in the vein of “Legally Blonde.”

Chloe, a pampered Chihuahua, finds the going isn’t easy when she is lost in a tough neighborhood in Mexico. A peppy Chihuahua named Papi has a big crush on her. Both have to evade the evil German shepherd Delgado. I laughed out loud.

10. “Air Bud” (1997) Of all the silly sports-dog movies, this one is the most appealing. Buddy plays basketball. His boy is afraid to try out for the team.

Buddy teaches him the art of a nose shot – forget about the hook. In real life, Buddy was a stray and appeared in “America’s Funniest Home Videos” and David Letterman’s Stupid Pet Tricks.

The runners-up: “The Fox and the Hound” (1981), proof we can all get along; “Zeus and Roxanne” (1997), dog and dolphin teach dumb adults how to behave; “Turner & Hooch” (1989), Tom Hanks is upstaged by a slobbering Beasley.

Worst dog movie ever: “Cujo” (1983), a family trapped in a car is terrorized by the dog from hell. Offer him a treat.

Most traumatizing drama about the mistreatment of dogs: “Amores Perros” (2000), a Mexican film in which one of three stories is about the heinous crime of dogfighting. Some things can never be forgiven. See it at your own risk.

4. “Greyfriars Bobby” (2005) Filmed, appropriately, in Scotland, this furthers the lovable legend of the West Highland white terrier who refuses to leave the grave of his master. Actually, the dog was a Skye Terrier, but the Westie photographed better.

Most overdone death scene: “Marley & Me” (2008). Way too manipulative, and besides, the dog deserved better owners than Owen Wilson and little miss sweety-sweet from “Friends” (Jennifer Aniston).

5. “Benji” (1974) Benji’s debut didn’t even make it into theaters, but he, and it, became a pop-culture phenomenon that included, “For the Love of Benji,” “Benji: Off the Leash!” and “Benji the Hunted.” Cuddly supreme, he was originally played by a shelter dog named Higgins.

Entertaining, but missed the list because they were more about people: “The Shaggy Dog” (1959), “Best in Show” (2000).

This srticle originally appeared in The Virginian-Pilot and PilotOnline.com.

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As Junior crossed the ďŹ nish line of the Coke Zero 400, cars made contact that sent Austin Dillon airborne and into the catchfence, ripping his car apart. Flying debris sent eight fans for treatment. Photo courtesy of NASCAR.

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Dale Earnhardt Jr. drove perhaps the best race of his life lon July 5 â&#x20AC;&#x201C; and into the morning of July 6 â&#x20AC;&#x201C; at Daytona International Speedway.

He led 96 laps of a Coke Zero 400 that lasted until the wee hours of the morning because of rain, and used many a smooth move to keep his No. 88 Chevrolet at the front of the pack. He kept it there even in a green-white-checkered-ďŹ&#x201A;ag run to the ďŹ nish that gave his challengers one last chance to draft by him.

But afterward, his victory celebration was noticeably muted, as he and his fellow drivers â&#x20AC;&#x201C; and anyone who watched the ďŹ nal lap of the 400 â&#x20AC;&#x201C; were shaken by the savage crash of Austin Dillon.

Dillon, driving the No. 3 Chevrolet once piloted by the late Dale Earnhardt, was pushing and shoving along with his fellow competitors when Denny Hamlin was turned around by Kevin Harvick. Dillon ran, or was

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pushed, into Hamlinâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s car in the bottom lane, then went airborne â&#x20AC;&#x201C; ďŹ&#x201A;ying over two lanes of trafďŹ c before impacting the catchfence along the frontstretch. His car was ripped apart â&#x20AC;&#x201C; the engine and transmission sailed away. He bounced off the destroyed section of the fence and landed upside down on the track, only to be struck again by the oncoming car of Brad Keselowski. Miraculously, neither Dillon nor the fans sitting behind the fence he struck were seriously injured.

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Each time, track ofďŹ cials and NASCAR have worked to beef up the fences, but little has been done to address the speeds and type of racing at Daytona and Talladega â&#x20AC;&#x201C; tracks that were built decades ago with maximum speed in mind.

Dillon met with the media at Daytona after his crash and addressed the issue. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s not really acceptable, I donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t think,â&#x20AC;? Dillon said of the dangers of restrictor-plate racing in giant packs at 200 miles per hour. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Weâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ve got to ďŹ gure out something. I think our speeds are too high, I really do.â&#x20AC;?

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The Norfolk Admirals announced that the team has signed centers Nick MacNeil and Chase Schaber, and also made qualifying offers to ďŹ ve players for the 2015-16 season.

Nick MacNeil and Chase Schaber agreed to terms with the Admirals for the upcoming season, joining Kain Allicock and Alex Lepkowski who were traded from Missouri.

MacNeil, 26, concluded his second season as a professional with 12 goals and 14 assists for BakersďŹ eld in 45 games. The 6-foot-4, 211-pound center pitched in a pair of markers and helped on four more in the ďŹ rst nine games of his pro career in 2013-14. Hailing from Creignish, Nova Scotia, MacNeil wrapped up a four-year career at the University of New Brunswick after notching 40 goals and 87 points across 104 games.

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We make choices everyday that can help reduce air pollution. Below are a few ideas that you can take to help clean our air.

At Home ■ Conserve energy – turn off appliances and lights when you leave the room.

■ Recycle paper, plastic, glass bottles, cardboard, and aluminum cans. (This conserves energy and reduces production emissions.)

■ Keep woodstoves and fireplaces well maintained.

You should also consider replacing old wood stoves with EPA-certified models. Visit www.epa.gov/burnwise.

■ Plant deciduous trees in locations around your home to provide shade in the summer, but to allow light in the winter.

■ Buy green electricity – produced by low- or even zero-pollution facilities.

■ Connect your outdoor lights to a timer or use solar lighting.

■ Wash clothes with warm or cold water instead of hot.

■ Lower the thermostat on your water heater to 120F. ■ Use low-VOC or water-based paints, stains, finishes and paint strippers.

■ Test your home for radon – a dangerous, radioactive gas that is odorless and tasteless. If the test shows elevated levels of radon, the problem can be fixed cost effectively. Visit www.epa.gov/radon.

■ Choose not to smoke in your home, especially if you have children. If you or your visitors must smoke, then smoke outside. Visit www.epa.gov/smokefree.

Buy Smart ■ Buy ENERGY STAR products, including energy efficient lighting and appliances. They are environmentally friendly products. For more information, visit www.energystar.gov or call (888) STAR-YES. ■ Choose efficient, low-polluting models of vehicles.

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■ Choose products that have less packaging and are reusable.

■ Shop with a canvas bag instead of using paper and plastic bags.

■ Buy rechargeable batteries for devices used frequently.

Drive Wise ■ Plan your trips. Save gasoline and reduce air pollution.

■ Keep tires properly inflated and aligned.

■ In the summertime, fill gas tank during cooler evening hours to cut down on evaporation. Avoid spilling gas and don't "top off" the tank. Replace gas tank cap tightly.

■ Avoid waiting in long drive-thru lines, for example, at fast-food restaurants or banks. Park your car and go in.

■ When possible, use public transportation, walk, or ride a bike.

■ Get regular engine tune ups and car maintenance checks (especially for the spark plugs).

■ Use an energy-conserving (EC) grade motor oil.

■ Ask your employer to consider flexible work schedules or telecommuting.

■ Report smoking vehicles to your local air agency.

■ Join a carpool or vanpool to get to work.

For Your Health ■ Check daily air quality forecasts, which tell how clean or polluted your air is, and the associated health concerns. Visit www.airnow.gov.

■ Remove indoor asthma triggers from your home and avoid outdoor triggers in order to effectively control your asthma. Visit www.epa.gov/asthma to learn more about asthma triggers and ways to avoid them.

■ Minimize your sun exposure. Wear sun block and UV protection sunglasses. To find out about current forecasts of UV where you live, go to www.epa.gov/ sunwise/uvindex.html.

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As the U.S. housing industry continues to emerge from the Great Recession, signs are pointing toward positive recovery. In fact, a recent report from the Joint Center for Housing Studies of Harvard University states that the home improvement industry could see record spending in 2015. It’s news like this that may have you contemplating an update to your house. Even if you plan to stay in your home for years to come, it’s important to consider which home remodeling projects offer the potential for a positive return on investment. Before spending a significant amount of time and money on your next home improvement project, consider these tips.

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This summer your kids will be spending every day in the backyard, having a grand old time splashing around in the pool. You’ll probably spend some quality hours in your pool as well, cooling off when the weather gets hot and enjoying the beautiful summer days.

The only concern you have is about the chlorine, which can cause a burning sensation that affects the eyes and skin. Chlorine can even turn light-colored hair green. You don’t want your summer fun to be interrupted by eye drops, calming lotion or green hair!

Fortunately, there is an alternative, and it’s called a saltwater pool.

Saltwater pools work by converting salt to chlorine by using an electrolytic converter. This produces the same type of bacteria-killing chlorine found in a traditional pool, but in a radically different fashion. Since the salt generator is adding chlorine to the water at a constant rate, it is capable of displacing the bad smell and burning irritation you normally associate with chlorine and maintaining the right amount at all times.

As the water exits the converter and enters the pool, the sanitizing chlorine eventually reverts back to salt, and the process repeats itself, conserving salt and keeping sanitizer levels balanced. New salt needs to be added occasionally, however, as salt levels can drop due to splash-out, rain and filter back-washing. Pool owners should test weekly for pH and chlorine, like they normally do, as well as monthly for other water-balance factors.

Saltwater pools require far less maintenance than traditional pools and are much less expensive to maintain, as pool salt is far cheaper than traditional chlorine. This is a big reason why so many hotels and water parks in the U.S. have already made the switch. Plus, when it comes to initial construction and installation, the additional cost of an electrolytic converter is very small and easily made up in maintenance savings. The cost of converting an existing chlorine pool to saltwater can be paid off quickly, too.

Even the salt itself isn’t that damaging to equipment. That’s because the actual amount of salt used is less than one percent of what you’d find in sea water. You may be able to taste the salt in the pool, but much less so than you can taste and feel the chlorine in a standard pool. When pools are properly constructed and normal maintenance is followed, salt water has no effect on pool finishes, equipment and decks.

Since the Evergreen Commons senior center in Holland, Michigan, converted its 65,000gallon pool to salt water, members have been pleased with the results.

“The minute you walk into the pool area you notice a big difference,” says Jodi Owczarski, the center’s community relations director. “There is no longer that chemical smell. People also tell us that the water is much softer. In the old pool, people said they sometimes had to wash twice to get all those chemicals off, but in this pool, they only have to wash once. All in all, people have been thrilled with this new system.”

Five home improvements with the highest ROI The 2015 Remodeling Magazine Cost vs. Value report identifies these top five mid-range exterior home renovations as beneficial investments that allow homeowners to recoup a substantial percentage of their investment when they resell their homes: ■ Replacing the front door (steel 101.8 percent) ■ Adding manufactured stone veneer (92.2 percent) ■ Replacing the garage door (88.4 percent) ■ Replacing the siding (vinyl 80.7 percent) ■ Adding a deck (wood 80.5 percent) The cost-value ratio compares resale value to construction cost. The higher the percentage, the more of the job costs you are likely to recoup when selling your home.

“Homeowners want lasting value from their exterior renovation projects, so it’s important to select the best materials for the job upfront,” says Jerry Blais, senior vice president of marketing for Ply Gem Industries.

“For example, when choosing siding for the home, vinyl siding provides overall better performance than wood, engineered wood and fiber cement and requires less maintenance both in the short and long term, allowing homeowners to complete their renovation and enjoy it, hassle-free, for years. In addition, vinyl siding provides the styles, textures and stylish colors homeowners want to create beautiful curb appeal.”

Budgeting for success Once you’ve decided which replacement and remodeling projects will offer the best ROI, develop a schedule and a budget to ensure the home makeover remains financially sound. The budget defines the project’s scope, estimates overall costs, and helps to establish priorities.

Generally, renovation costs should not exceed 30 percent of your home’s value and should be consistent with housing trends in your neighborhood.

What should the budget include? Websites like www. plygem.com offer comprehensive advice for creating a renovation budget and sticking to it. To start, consider these likely-to-occur expenses: ■ Contractor costs. These include labor and may incorporate employee benefits, professional fees, permit and inspection charges and, of course, profit. Get at least three contractor estimates to ensure your contractor is cost-effective and reputable.

■ Do-it-Yourself costs. Should you forgo a contractor?

Keep in mind you will need to rent or buy power tools and equipment and potentially learn new skills.

■ Hidden costs. For example, bringing outdated electrical or plumbing installations to code, or removing lead paint.

■ Site preparation costs. For exterior renovations, this may include tree trimming, clearing land and renting a haul-away container.

■ Interim housing costs. If you plan to relocate, you will need living expenses for the project’s duration.

■ Material cost. These include large expenses and small ones (ex. nails, trim) and could account for as much as half to 75 percent of the total cost. Factor in an extra 6-to10 percent for waste for materials that are cut and fitted.

Bringing it home If you’re interested in near-term resale value, it’s important to make sure that selling your home will at least recoup the cost of any completed projects. If you plan to stay in your home for many years, however, you’ll not only benefit from an improved resale value down the road, but you’re also more likely to appreciate the improved comfort and curb appeal in the meantime.

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Pontiac 2006 G6 GT Gold metallic finish, auto, loaded, cstm wheels, $3990. 439-8017 va dlr Toyota 1999 Corolla LOW MILES, 124k miles, auto, air, insp, clean, $2,990. 439-8017 VA DLR

Toyota 2004 Camry LE, all power, good cond, 150K mis., $4200 firm. 757-621-8613.

Toyota 2005 Corolla LE SPOTLESS, auto, air, loaded, inspected, $5,850. 439-8017 VA DLR roof, 15K mis., $19,500. 757-715-2111.

Volkswagen 2001 Beetle 5 spd, air, p/w, p/l, cruise, runs great, $2,250. 439-8017 VA DLR

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Concrete/Asphalt

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30 Yrs Exp. Lic. & Ins. No Job Too Small. Serving All Your Concrete Needs & Hardscapes. 633-4765

18 Yrs. Concrete Exp.-S & H. All Types of All Discounts - Driveways, Top Soil Installed,

Painting/Decorating His & Hers Paint/Plaster

Target Group- Painting & More Free Estimates. Senior & Military Discounts.

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Breaker Box Changes. Richard 757-572-3282.

Hilltop Oceana- Fully furnished 1Br. Apt. Dish 120, 2 tv. Just bring food & clothing. Everything supplied for housekeeping. $900 mo. lease + small electric. 220 N. Oceana Blvd. Call 757-406-5941.

Floors

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

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Power Washing

For Rent-Va.Beach House

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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.

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

General Repairs

Opportunities

101 Kings Way

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

Ford 1993 Thunderbird, 5.0 engine, good

Attorneys

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Please join us at this Required Meeting located in Hampton:

Dodge 1991 Shadow Convertible spotless,

757.622.1455

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Sheriff Deputy & LPN

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

business services

For Rent-To Share

Princess Anne, VB-3 BR condo, 2 rms for rent, $500 mo. each or $800 for 2, + utils. 80% absentee landlord. 202-329-1052.

#01A Black Sifted TOPSOIL

Thurs. July 9 and July 23 @ 1:30 p.m.

Wed. July 15 and Thurs. July 30 @ 3:30 p.m.

Circuit Court The City of Richmondâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Department of Emergency Communications is currently seeking an Electronics Technician II. The desired candidate will have knowledge of and experience with trunked two-way radio equipment and systems, Certified Electronic Technician, w/ 2 yrs diagnosing, installing & repairing electronic equipment. An FCC Electronics License is a plus.

This position is full-time w/a comprehensive benefits package.

To apply go to richmondgov.com Call (804) 646-8999 for questions.

WAREHOUSE FIND-1965 F100 Beauty, 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.

Electrical Work

Blackberries-U Pick. Tomatoes,

Help Wanted

Mercedes 1990 300 SEL- Fully loaded,

Town Center Area-1 rm $550 & 1 extra lg rm $590 mo. Utils included. Avail now. 757-419-4422.

bed & bath, $650. Call Gene 435-1900

U Pick, $3 A Dozen For 5 Dozen Or More.

7 AM-7 PM. 426-7501, 426-6869

White Peaches, Melons, Flower Sale. 10-6 Daily, 2385 Harpers Rd., VB. 427-2346. MC/Visa.

Antiques & Classics

Line 6, I/O, runs great, $4950 w/trailer, 439-8017.

4016 Indian River Rd., Ches. 2 Miles. W. of I64.

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

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

Toyota 2010 Venza, V-6, AWD, panoramic

Pembroke Meadows-1 rm & BA, trade off for light housekeeping, full house priv, 757-403-1792

EVERY MONDAY AT 6 PM-10,000 Sq Ft. Bldg. All Inside

www.GeneDanielsAuctions.com

Chevy 2001 Camaro Z28 spotless, leather,

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

very nice, $9,000 Cash firm. 757-646-7815

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

2 BA, newly remodeled, open floor plan, appliances inclu. $500 mo. Water, trash included. Park approval. 757-963-9296, 240-8434

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

2006 Sea Quest 20â&#x20AC;&#x2122; 150 Suzuki 4 Stroke,

U Pick, Bring Containers,

or, 5 spd, good cond, 63K, $8200. 757-285-5083.

10x40 Driveway $1950. Absolute Best Prices Unfurnished. Near Downtown, University & Shipyard. $135-$145/wk. plus dep. 757-735-4978. 737-6988

Pembroke Manor - Close to Town Cen-

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

BMW 2000 Z3, red conv with tan top & interi-

ATTICS & GARAGES CLEANED Great Neck Meadows-Large 5 BR home,

Power Boats/Cruisers

AT HENLEY FARM BLACKBERRIES

For Sale-Mobile Home Derby Run-Va. Beach. $25,900. 3 BR,

1st shots, dewormed, ready. 757-818-0205

PATIO SET-Beautiful, excel cond, like new stone

Good Things To Eat

NEED A CAR? ZERO DOWN? BAD CREDIT? CALL 757-717-1715 VA DLR

sunroof, 4dr, excellent paint, $4200. 757-647-7652

wormed, $600. Will Meet Halfway. 252-548-4002

HARPERS ANTIQUES 2608 GRANBY ST.

leather, sunroof, loaded, $2990. 439-8017, va dlr.

Toyota 2002 Camry LE Immaculate, auto, air, loaded, burgundy finish, $5,850. 439-8017 VA DLR

For Rent-Furnished Apts

Can deliver. 757-706-3667 top table w/6 swivel chairs, bar w/2 swivel chairs, 2 lounge chairs, 2 chairs, side table, cost $3000. Sell $600. 2 Curio Cabinets-5 ft. wide, very high quality, new $2000 each; sell $450 each. 757-652-1376.

Automobiles for Sale

puppies, short hair, AKC, $600. 757-818-3801.

Lab Pups-AKC reg, 1st shots, wormed, excel bloodlines, nice big boned, 1M, 2F, $400.

757-556-4908. 252-287-1041.

Sterling Flatware

Woodlawn Mem. Gardens Veteranâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Section.

Includes vaults, openings & closings & monument. $4000 both. Private seller, 757-721-7146.

Dachshunds-Miniature-2 beautiful female

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

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.

Burial/Cemetery Plot ATTENTION VETERANS-2 adjoining plots,

ladders, like new, best offer, Patrick 757-635-5358

Buying All Antiques

WANTED: Professional Film Cameras

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

FOR SALE CHESAPEAKE BAY FRONT 4 STORY CONDO IN VIRGINIA BEACH IN THE HIGHLY SOUGHT AFTER OCEAN PARK AREA OFF SHORE DRIVE. GREAT PRICE $575,000 for BAYFRONT 2,300 square ft home 3 bedroom 41/2 bath, master suite on 4th floor, large jaccuzi, shower, loft and private access to deck living space with fireplace, wet bar and deck for entertaining bedrooms with private baths one car garage with public adjacent parking for five cars and large carport in rear can be added on as a suite or extra room elevator accessible to 4 floors EMAIL FOR SHOWING vcat3dual@aim.com

10â&#x20AC;&#x2122;6â&#x20AC;? Brake Tapco w/rolling stand, two 24â&#x20AC;&#x2122;

Reg., 7wks, shots, wormed. $1000cash. 434-0319

Spa & Hot Tub Covers - $99 & Up.

Wanted We Buy Porsche, 911, 356 & 912. Any Condition, DEAD or ALIVE. Top Dollar Paid. $2000 finders fee glady paid. 347-744-7409. www.classiceuropeancars.com

Mt. Pleasant Farms

Appliances

FLEA MARKET OF NORFOLK!

For Sale-Condos/Co-Ops

Acura 1998 TL, 3.0 CL, excel cond, auto, air,

White Corn, Cut Fresh Daily. Beets, Snap Beans, & More. 9a-6p 3116 New Bridge Rd., VB 721-6226

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CROMWELLâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;S PRODUCE

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

WILL BUY SCRAP LEAD 50 Cents A Lb. 757-227-6333

Roofing-Guttering AA+ Affordable Roofing-To meet your budget. Over 20 yrs. exp. Complete new roof or roof repairs. Lots of refâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s. Call Stanleyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Affordable. Free Est. Licâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;d & Insâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;d. Member BBB. Senior Citizen Discount. 757-289-0044

All Handyman, Int & Ext: Bathrooms, Small Jobs, Remodel. 30 Yrs. Exp. BBB A+ Rating. 430-2612.

CALVINâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;S ROOFING REPAIR - Roofing of all

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

HVAC Mechanic #00952A Old Dominion University is seeking a highly motivated HVAC Mechanic. Minimum qualifications: Certified for Type Universal. Several years of air conditioning and boiler equipment repair and maintenance experience on commercial type HVAC equipment required. Journeyman or Master mechanical license preferred. ODU provides benefits to meet specified needs. â&#x20AC;˘ HealthCare â&#x20AC;˘ Flexible Reimbursement Account (Dependent Care/Medical) â&#x20AC;˘ VRS Group Life Insurance â&#x20AC;˘ VRS Optional Life Insurance â&#x20AC;˘ Long-Term Care Insurance â&#x20AC;˘ Long-Term Disability Insurance â&#x20AC;˘ Legal Plan and Tuition Reimbursement.

For complete description and qualifications visit our web site at www.jobs.odu.edu. Apply for positions using our on-line application system before 5 pm on the closing date (also at our website). AA/EOE

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.

Home Improvements American Patriots Flooring brings over 35 years experience to Hampton Roads. Commercial, Residential & Boats. We specialize in carpet, laminate, hardwood, vinyl, & tile. We also do repairs.

Fully Lic. & Ins. Will bring samples. Free estimates.

We accept Credit Cards & Cash. 757-515-0499

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

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

House Cleaning ANGELICAâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;S TOUCH House Cleaning: 23 yrs Exp. Good Refs. Ins & Bonded. Comm. & Residential, Move In / Out H Free Estimates H Call 241-0633 Housekeeping, clean houses, honest.

Please call: 757-343-0238 Wanda

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

Lawn Maintenance

types - flat, tile, slate, shingle, torch down & rubber.

Free estimates, 30+ yrs exp. BBB. 757-382-0031

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

Call (757) 880-5215 LICENSED & INSURED

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

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

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

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

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

Senior Citizen Discount. 757-515-6933.

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

FLOYD'S TREE SERVICE Topping, Trimming, Removal.

Free Estimates. Licensed & Insured. 420-6396

Affordable 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

Godwin Tree Service- Over 25 YRS Exp. Pro-

MOBILE MECHANIX

Trimming, total removal (stumps), Lisc./ Insured, Senior/Military Disc. free estimates- 237-1285

WE SERVICE ALL LAWN TRACTORS

Including JOHN DEERE. We Service Generators 757-478-3474

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

FLAGSHIPNEWS.COM | JUL 9, 2015 | THE FLAGSHIP | C7 Motor Homes 40’ Motor Coach-Class A, American Dream, 1 owner, garaged, 350 hp Cummins diesel, auto satellite, W/D, 78K mis., excel cond, $77,500.

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

5th Wheel RV, 1993 Terry, sleeps 5, w/truck, 2001 Ford 150 Crew, extras. $13,250 obo.

Call Patrick 757-635-5358.

Motorcycles

Free!

Harley 2007 Sportster 1200C, yellow, new inspection, excellent. $5500. 761-8382

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

Get online!

Submit your classified ad and advertise for FREE Restrictions do apply see below for details

Ford 2002 Escape XLT, 4WD, 103K, air, p/w, p/l, cruise, insp. $3990. 439-8017. va dlr.

Mercury 2004 Mountaineer XLS, 109K, spotless, leather, loaded, $3990. 439-8017. va dlr.

Qualifications:

Nissan 2001 Xterra 4WD, immculate, auto, air, loaded, insp, 3to choose $2990 439-8017va dlr

Nissan 2005 Xterra beautiful burg. finish,

Fast!

auto, loaded, ex. clean, insp $4990 439-8017 va dlr

Scion 2006 XB, looks & runs great, auto, air, new insp, loaded, $2990. 439-8017. Va. Dlr

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

• For active-duty, retired military, their eligible family members and active or retired civil service employees If you are retired military or retired DOD civilian, include current employer and work phone number on the application.

Restrictions:

Dodge 1995 Club-Cab, good inspection, $1,350 obo. Call after 2pm. 757-222-2057

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

Easy!

Ford 1999 Econoline runs & looks great, $3500 or best offer. 757-647-6909

Kia 2004 Sedona EX, auto, air, inspected, loaded, leather, sunroof, $3450. 439-8017. Va. dlr

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

Toyota 1999 Sienna Mini, extra clean, low mis, auto, air, loaded, insp. $3990. 439-8017 va dlr

Wanted Automobiles $ Cash for Junk & Unwanted Autos $ $150 to $500 Cash! Free Towing. 757-592-0392.

Submit online at:

www.flagshipnews.com

• Only 5 ads per week, per household • Renewals, corrections and cancellations cannot be taken by phone and must be resubmitted • Illegible, too long or otherwise do not conform to instructions will not be published and must be resubmitted for the next issue • Automotive ads must begin with make, model and year • Real estate ads must begin with name of city, neighborhood and must be your primary residence.

• Ads will not be accepted via official mailing channels such as guard mail or postage and fees paid indicia.

• Free ads cannot be of a commercial nature (i. e., business opportunities, help wanted, etc) and must be personal property of the eligible member. Should not represent a sustained income or business or listed through agents or representatives.

• When advertising a home for rent or home for sale, the home must be THE PRIMARY RESIDENCE. (All rental properties are considered paid ads.)

WE DO NOT ACCEPT CALLS FOR FREE CLASSIFIED ADS Deadline Thursday, 5 p.m. for the following week’s publications

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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.

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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 Two student fishes said “Hello, Vice Principal Salmon, may we have a minnow of your time?”

contact info

duty chaplain

Norfolk: 444-7361 JEBLCFS: 462-7427 Yorktown: 887-4711 Oceana: 433-2871 Dam Neck: 492-6602 NSA Northwest Annex: 421-8204

The Duty Chaplain stands by to serve and is available 24 hours a day, seven days a week.

Conversations are confidential. Contact the Duty Chaplain by calling 438-3822.

For stories from the Chaplain’s Corner, visit www.flagshipnews.com/news/chaplains_corner/

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