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Chief of Naval Personnel visits NECC By MC2 Steven Hoskins NECC Public Affairs

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The Chief of Naval Personnel (CNP) Vice Adm. Bill Moran visited Navy Expeditionary Combat Command (NECC), Oct 23. CNP visited NECC to tour its facilities and familiarize himself with the Navy’s expeditionary forces and their capabilities. The tour showcased NECC’s assets and provided Moran with an opportunity to interact with the Sailors who make the expeditionary forces operational. “When you get out and see what Sailors are doing in the ﬂeet, operating the gear that they have trained for, there’s a lot of pride, a lot of enthusiasm about what they do,” said Moran. “Sailors want us to know what capabilities they

Speaking with the CNP was needed, especially when you’re in an expeditionary community.” -Chief Yeoman Chanreka Leftridge

have and of course they want our support in Washington D.C. That’s why I came out to ﬁnd out what NECC has, what they need and to make sure requirements are represented inside the Pentagon and elsewhere in Washington D.C.” Moran began his visit at Mobile Diving and Salvage Unit (MDSU) 2 where he observed equipment demonstrations followed by a

MC2 Jared Aldape Sailors from Mobile Diving and Salvage Unit (MDSU) 2 describe the nomenclatures of the KM 37 helmet while presenting a technical demonstration to Vice Adm. William Moran, Chief of Naval Personnel.

visit to Explosive Ordnance Disposal Training and Evaluation Unit (EODTEU) 2. “The role of the expeditionary capabilities, I think, will be as important in the future as it has been in the last ten years,” said Moran. “They can go to places

and participate in the kind of operations and training with friends and allies around multiple regions throughout the world that we want to stay connected to, and partner with many navies – small and large

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SAILORS RECOGNIZED FOR SAPR WORK JEBLCFS Sailors recognized for work in SAPR Safe Helpline

By MCSN Justin R. DiNiro NPASE-East

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Sailors aboard Joint Expeditionary Base Little Creek - Fort Story (JEBLCFS) were recognized by Capt. Frank E. Hughlett, JEBLCFS commanding ofﬁcer, for their work with the installation’s Sexual Assault Prevention and Response (SAPR) program, during a recognition ceremony Oct. 23. The SAPR program began February 2004 to raise awareness about sexual assaults and harassments and to reduce the number of sexual assault crimes within the Armed Forces.

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Legalman 1st Class Cynthia Honcharik assigned to Expeditionary Strike Group 2, Navy Counselor 1st Class Kathleen Parson assigned to Naval Special Warfare Group 2, and Navy Hospital Corpsman 2nd Class Carla Santiago with Boone Branch Health Clinic were all recognized for their work with the base’s SAPR Safe Helpline. “People like LN1 doing what they do on the deck plates helps get the job done,” said Hughlett. “We couldn’t do it without them.” In addition to working with the SAPR programs at their respective commands, the Sailors routinely volunteered their time to work with SAPR advocates on a base-wide level to man the SAPR hotlines

AWARD Laura Baxter, publisher and general manager for Flagship Inc. and Military Newspapers of Virginia (MNV), has been selected as the Navy’s 2012 Spirit of Hope winner.

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and assist callers who are reaching out for help through the hotlines. The Sailors went beyond their daily SAPR assignments by volunteering their time after duty hours to ensure the hotlines were properly manned. “It goes to show the work that we do is being noticed,” said Honcharik. “From a legal perspective, we can educate Sailors about the legal steps and processes so they aren’t discouraged from coming forward.” SAPR hotlines are manned and running all hours of the day, every day, so that victims reaching out for help get the help and care they seek.

COMING SOON: FLAMERESISTANT COVERALLS The new Flame Resistant Variant (FRV) coveralls will begin being distributed to Sailors in the ﬂeet before the end of the year and will initially be provided to the crews of ships scheduled to deploy in early 2014.

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October is recognized as Domestic Violence Awareness Month (DVAM) throughout the Navy and Naval Station (NAVSTA) Norfolk is doing its part to educate personnel on the dangers and effects of domestic violence and encouraging everyone to do their part to stop it should it occur. “Domestic violence happens in all types of families and relationships,” said Vice Adm. William Moran, deputy chief of naval operations (manpower, personnel, training and education), in a Navywide message. “The Navy is absolutely committed to strengthening families and preventing abusive behavior. We must continually strive to create an organizational culture that encourages speaking out and taking action to prevent domestic violence incidents. We cannot remain silent; prevention and intervention programs are available for anyone who needs help.” This year, the Navy has adopted, “Silence Hides Violence,” as its DVAM theme to encourage every member of every community to use their voices against domestic violence. The theme will also center on the impact of getting help for a victim of abuse, as well as the consequences of a victim and the community remaining silent in the face of abuse. “Just like sexual assault, domestic violence is not something we tolerate here at NAVSTA Norfolk,” said Capt. David A. Culler, NAVSTA Norfolk commanding ofﬁcer. “I greatly appreciate all the hard work of the family advocacy program coordinators, both Navy and civilian. Our goal is to prevent domestic violence from happening by educating our Sailors and raising as much awareness as possible. What is most important is ensuring the victims get all the help they need and offenders are held

» see MONTH | A6 ■ history The concept of Domestic Violence Awareness Month began as a “Day of Unity” in October 1981, and soon after evolved into an entire week. In 1987 the ﬁrst monthly observance took place.

HOMEARAMA This weekend will be the last chance to visit the 31st annual Homearama, a singlesite display of fully furnished and fully landscaped custom showcase homes.

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Laura Baxter, publisher and general manager for Flagship Inc. and Military Newspapers of Virginia (MNV), has been selected as the Navyâ€™s 2012 Spirit of Hope winner, ofďŹ cials announced in the NAVADMIN 277/13 Oct. 24. For six years, Baxter has been instrumental in the production of ďŹ ve military community events including Heroes at Home: Military Spouse Awards, the Flagship Military-style 5K Obstacle Course Challenge, Fleet Week Chili Cookoff, Hampton Roads Navy Birthday Ball, and Military Retirees and Veteransâ€™ Award. She also volunteers her time to support the quality of life of military members and their families to

include: USO of Hampton Roads and Central Virginia, Unites States Navy League Hampton Roads Chapter, Hampton Roads Chamber of Commerce, Navy Marine Corps Relief Society, and the Tidewater Military Family Service Council. â€œWords cannot describe the importance of this award to me. Maybe, breathless and speechless!â€? said Baxter. â€œI feel so honored to represent the Navy and our staff at The Flagship for this prestigious award.â€? Baxter was nominated by Rear Adm. Tim Alexander, then-commander of Navy Region Mid-Atlantic in 2012. In his nomination letter he said that â€œshe truly exempliďŹ es the core values of the Navy through her never-ending support and dedication to our military personnel and their families in the Hampton Roads com-

munity.â€? â€œWhen I moved from New Jersey to Hampton Roads over 30 years ago, my ďŹ rst experience with our military was living in a small apartment complex in Ocean View. The majority of the units were rented by young military families. I learned quickly the inner strength that was needed to serve in the military from both the active duty Sailor and the family members,â€? Baxter said. â€œThat admiration grew as I built friendships with my military neighbors as I moved throughout Hampton Roads. When I took the position as Publisher of The Flagship/MNV, in some small way I felt like I could give back. That it is the attitude of our entire team here at The Flagship.â€? Baxter will be presented her award during a joint ceremony at the Pentagon,

Laura Baxter, publisher and general manager for Flagship Inc. and Military Newspapers of Virginia (MNV), has been instrumental in the production of military community events.

honoring awardees from all services. Established in 1997, the Spirit of Hope Award is presented by the Wiegand Foundation in honor of the famed entertainer and supporter of military personnel, Bob Hope. The award is presented to individuals or organizations that embody Hopeâ€™s commitment and service to the men and women of the military. A Navy Sailor or civilian has been honored with this award every year since 2005.

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FLAGSHIPNEWS.COM | OCT 31, 2013 | THE FLAGSHIP | A3 Capt. Frank Hughlett, commander, JEBLCFS, accepts the certiﬁcate designating the installations newest construction project, the Lt. Carl Milford Olson Building, as a certiﬁed LEED Platinum facility.

LEED platinum plaque unveiled at JEBLCFS By Scott Mohr JEB Little Creek-Fort Story Public Affairs

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Navy and contractor officials marked the Navy’s first Leadership in Environmental and Energy Design (LEED) platinum facility east of the Mississippi in a ceremony at Joint Expeditionary Base Little CreekFort Story (JEBLCFS) Oct. 24. The Lt. Carl Milford Olson building was dedicated June 2012 and serves as a historical and educational monument to commemorate Seabee accomplishments worldwide. The project was a Design-Build project completed in a joint venture between MEB General Contractors and Noah Enterprises, Inc., both based in Hampton Roads. “Our initial goal with this construction was to achieve a LEED gold certification upon completion of this project,” said Ms. Carol Curtis, president of NOAH Enterprises, Inc. “However, everyone involved with this project went the extra mile to achieve this mile stone.”

“It was an honor to be associated with the building of this facility, especially when it is for the Navy’s builders,” noted Mr. George Clarke, president of MEB General Contractor. The $11.9 million 28,331 Sq. ft. facility provides command headquarters, administrative areas, a Sensitive Compartmented Intelligence Facility (SCIF), administrative storage space, support facilities, open work areas, a multi-function command center, mechanical, electrical, and communications spaces for the more than 150 personnel who work there. LEED certification is administered by the U.S. Green Building Counsel, and provides independent, third-party verification that a building, home or community was designed and built using strategies aimed at achieving high performance in key areas of human and environmental health. These include sustainable site development, water savings, energy efficiency, materials selection and indoor environmental quality. LEED Platinum is the highest level attainable. Some of the sustainable energy efficient features of the newest build-

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ing on JEBLCFS include geothermal heating and cooling system, photovoltaic technology, rainwater harvesting, permeable paver parking lot and exterior LED lighting. This is the twentieth LEED Platinum facility for the Naval Facilities Engineering Command and the ﬁrst east of the Mississippi. At the time of certiﬁcation there were 1,215 LEED Platinum facilities worldwide “I want to thank all of our partners and all those involved in the construction of this outstanding facility,” stated Capt. Frank Hughlett, commander, JEBLCFS. “You are the X-factor, the people who made this happen and allows us, the Navy, to be good stewards of tax payer dol-

The Flagship and Military Newspapers of Virginia will honor and celebrate the achievements of local military retirees and veterans during a reception Dec. 4. Hampton Roads is home to one of the largest retired military populations in the United States and each year the region benefits from the influx of highly skilled labor and community service oriented individuals that continue to improve the quality of life in the region every day. The individuals will be honored during a reception held at the Sheraton Norfolk Waterside and highlighted in the Still Serving special section to be inserted into The Flagship and Military Newspapers of Virginia publications on Dec. 5 and 6. Still Serving is a recognition program that celebrates the service and achievements of dedicated veteran and retired military service members in the region for making significant contributions to the community through their work, philanthropic and volunteer efforts.

lars and scarce resources. Thank you for going beyond expectations and providing us this energy efficient building which now raises the level of excellence for future construction projects.” Bldg. 3509 on JEBLCFS is names after Lt. Carl Milford Olson, the first American officer in World War II killed during a land invasion of continental Europe. He was instrumental in developing and building many of the fittings and attachments which made Seabee pontoon causeways and rhino ferries successful in landing operations and which were instrumental to the success of the Italian invasion, and the liberation of the Port of Naples by Allied forces.

Navy calls for CNO Environmental Awards nominations By Katherine M. Turner Chief of Naval Operations Energy and Environmental Readiness Division Public Affairs

WASHINGTON

Rear Adm. Kevin Slates, director of Navy's Energy and Environmental Readiness Division (OPNAV N45), issued a formal call for nominations to Echelon 2 commands Oct. 21 to solicit nominations for the ﬁscal year (FY) 2013 Chief of Naval Operations (CNO) Environmental Awards competition. The annual CNO Environmental Awards recognize Navy ships, installations, and people for outstanding environmental performance. The achievement period for the FY 2013 competition is Oct. 1, 2011 through Sept. 30, 2013. Award nominations must be submitted to OPNAV N45 via Echelon 2 commands. The deadline to submit nominations is 11:59 p.m.

Eastern Standard Time (EST) Jan. 10, 2014. Echelon 2 commands may submit nominations for each of the following 10 award categories: Natural Resources Conservation (Small Installation); Natural Resources Conservation (Individual/Team); Environmental Quality (Nonindustrial Installation); Environmental Quality (Individual/Team); Environmental Quality (Large Ship); Sustainability (Industrial Installation); Environmental Restoration (Installation); Environmental Restoration (Individual/Team); Cultural Resources Management (Installation); and Environmental Excellence in Weapon System Acquisition, Large Program (Individual/Team). Up to ﬁve nominations per category may be submitted for each of the individual/team and ship award categories. There is no restriction on the number of installation nominations that will be accepted for the installation award categories. Echelon 2 commands must submit nomination

packages electronically via the CNO Environmental Awards website (http://cnoenviroawards. com). No paper copy or CD submittals will be accepted. Each Echelon 2 command will be provided a username and password for logging into the system to upload nomination packages. Environmental experts from the government and private sector will evaluate nominations and determine winners at the CNO level of competition. CNO winners will advance to the Secretary of the Navy (SECNAV) Environmental Awards competition. Likewise, with the exception of winners in the Environmental Quality (Large Ship) category-which is unique to the CNO and SECNAV levels of competition-SECNAV winners will advance to the Secretary of Defense Environmental Awards competition. For more information about the CNO Environmental Awards program, visit http://dld.bz/cnoenv-awards.

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USS Tortuga returns home Above: A Sailor greets his family after a four-month deployment aboard dock landing ship USS Tortuga (LSD 46). Left: Chief Personnel Specialist Kervon J. Grant, greets his daughter Kalyah. RIght: Cassandra Jessen awaits the return of her husband, Ship’s Serviceman Seaman Bradley Jessen. Tortuga deployed to the 7th Fleet area of operation.

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Amphibious dock landing ship USS Tortuga (LSD 46) returned to Joint Expeditionary Base Little Creek following a seven-year assignment in support of Forward Deployed Naval Forces (FDNF), Oct. 22. Tortuga was relieved by USS Ashland (LSD 48) during a hull swap in which the crew of Ashland delivered the ship to Sasebo, Japan and returned USS Tortuga to her homeport – the culminating achievement of a four-month deployment. “This hull swap has been a year in the making,” said Cmdr. Brett Hershman, commanding ofﬁcer of Tortuga. “Throughout the work-ups and transit [to Japan] and back… the crew preformed magniﬁcently – I

couldn’t have asked any more from them.” On June 27, the crew deployed from Little Creek aboard Ashland to deliver the newly-upgraded ship to the Japan-based crew of Tortuga. Ashland recently went through the Dock Landing Ship (LSD) mid-life modernization, upgrading legacy equipment and control stations with more updated, computer based systems. The swap between the crews took several weeks and included training, familiarization, and inventories in preparation for sea trials, crew certiﬁcation, and Tortuga’s ultimate sail away and return to Norfolk. In addition to the crew swap, the commanding ofﬁcers also changed platforms with Hershman taking command of the Tortuga, and Cmdr. John Barnett taking command of the

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Ashland. The Navy utilizes the hull swap program to maintain material-ready ships in forward deployed assignments, while allowing crews and their families to remain at the same homeport. “The [hull swap] process is regularly used by the Navy to transition ships from a forward deployed area back state side,” said Hershman. “Ships operating out of Sasebo have a very high operational tempo; periodically bringing them back gives us a chance to perform more extensive maintenance and routine modiﬁcations to ensure their continued value to the ﬂeet.” Returning home to the Hampton Roads area after departing for Japan earlier this year, the crew’s deployment covered more than 21,500 nautical miles and included two transits

of the Panama Canal. Upon Tortuga’s return, the crew will focus on maintenance and repairs. Tortuga will remain operational in the Atlantic ﬂeet throughout 2014, supporting local operations, training exercises and remaining on call for any emergency requirements. LSD’s are designed to transport and launch amphibious craft and vehicles in support of amphibious assault operations.

■ another homecoming next week The Kearsarge Amphibious Ready Group returns to Naval Station Norfolk next week after an 8-month deployment in the U.S Navy’s 5th and 6th Fleet areas of operation.

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NMCP’s NICU celebrates with annual picnic By MC1 Steven J. Weber Naval Medical Center Portsmouth Public Affairs

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Naval Medical Center Portsmouth’s Neonatal Intensive Care Unit celebrated its 16th annual NICU Reunion Oct. 19, with a picnic in NMCP’s main gym. The picnic is a chance for families and staff to get together to celebrate the children who spent tense moments as babies being cared for in the Neonatal Intensive Care Unit, and who became part of the NICU staff’s lives. The fun of the annual picnic is a big difference from the stressful atmosphere parents and staff experience in the NICU where babies are fighting to survive. The picnic offered plenty of entertainment for the children to enjoy, to include a bounce house, face painting, balloon animals, and lots of pizza. For the parents and staff, it was an opportunity to catch up with each other and share the progress their children have made. “It is a chance for the families to come back and show their appreciation for the staff and how well their children are doing,” said Cmdr. Robert Englert, NICU staff neonatologist and level 3 NICU physician. “It’s a great opportunity, after all the stress of being in the NICU... while the babies are in the NICU, everyone is stressed, and there isn’t a lot of time for thanks.” Englert added that the biggest reward for NICU physicians is to see those patients who entered their lives as critically ill or premature babies, to see them grow and thrive and return to the picnic as children doing well in school. “We have had this reunion for 16 years so the nurses can see these babies that have been in the NICU grow,” said Jocelyn Erwin, who has been a NICU nurse at NMCP for 13 years, and has previously served as the NICU division officer. “It gives the nurses a sense of satisfaction and knowledge that they really do God’s work. “It makes me feel really good,” Erwin continued. “I came into this person’s life a stranger, but was able to touch their lives. It is a sense of satisfaction taking care of these babies who are vulnerable, to take care of them and watch them grow is awesome.” But it is not just the staff who benefit from the reunion. The families of the children who have been in the NICU see the picnic as a celebration of life and what’s to come. “It gives new hope for the following years,” said Ellen Burmahl, whose daughter is now almost five months old, but was born at 26 weeks, weighing only two-and-ahalf pounds at birth. “I love the staff, I really do. I received a lot of information so I was not in the dark about what was going on with my daughter. I could ask (questions) and if someone did not know the answer, they would get it for me.” Burmahl came to the picnic to see the nurses and staff, as well as the other babies, and see the progress they are making. For first-time picnickers, it is an opportunity to renew the relationship they formed with the NICU staff. “I wanted to see all the great faces that I grew to care

■ activities NMCP’s Neonatal Intensive Care Unit held its 16th annual NICU reunion picnic in the base gym Oct. 19. The kids enjoyed a bounce house, face painting and balloon animals, and food.

We have had this reunion for 16 years so the nurses can see these babies that have been in the NICU grow.”

Photos by MC1 (SW/AW) Steven Weber NMCP’s Neonatal Intensive Care Unit held its 16th annual NICU reunion picnic in the base gym Oct. 19. The picnic offers families of children who have been treated in NMCP’s NICU and the NICU staff the opportunity to socialize and see former patients.

-NICU nurse Jocelyn Erwin

about, all the great people that helped my son get to where he is now,” said Logistics Specialist 2nd Class Larry Dixon, Navy Recruiting District Richmond, whose son, now six months old, spent time in the NICU. “It’s good for them to see him, and to see his progress.

“One word that could describe the NICU staff is ‘phenomenal,’” Dixon continued. “They were very professional, personal and sympathetic to your needs, very caring. I could not have asked for a better staff.” Dixon’s son, Sage, was born at 23 weeks and three

days and spent ﬁve months in the NICU. “My son was not just another number or just a job,” Dixon added. “The ladies and gentlemen in the NICU love what they do. They try not to

get emotionally attached, but they do. It makes the process that much easier.” Dixon said he plans to attend the picnic every year, as long as he is within an eight-hour drive.

“I will be at the NICU reunions because it is great to see all the same faces, the progress of all the other children and the people who helped them get to where they are.”

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Continued from front “The SARCs (Sexual Assault Response Coordinator) and Victim Advocates can’t do it alone,” said Hughlett. “The Sailors are going out of their way to take care of the men and women they work with.” The Department of the Navy continues to educate Sailors on sexual assault-related policies and stresses that reporting these crimes is a crucial part of the DOD’s sexual assault prevention and response program. Sexual assault-related re-

MCSA Edward Guttierrez III Capt. Frank Hughlett, commanding ofﬁcer of Joint Expeditionary Base Little Creek - Fort Story (JEBLCFS), speaks to Legalman 1st Class Cynthia Honcharik about her contributions to the Sexual Assault Prevention and Response (SAPR) program JEBLCFS.

search by the DOD helps to identify factors relating to sexual assault, and can also serve as the source and footing for future sexual assault program improvements. The Navy has more than 180 ﬂeetwide events going on throughout the year to help spread information and bring light to the

subject of sexual assaults. Commands are strongly encouraged to educate Sailors about Navy sexual assault prevention and recognition of potential sexual assaults. Through the use of these programs, the Navy continues to promote a culture where sexual assaults are not tolerated.

navies – around the globe, which is very important for us.” After leaving EODTEU 2, the CNP traveled to Coastal Riverine Group Two Training and Evaluation Unit to view static displays and speak to Sailors from Navy Expeditionary Logistics Support Group, Navy Expeditionary Intelligence Command, Coastal Riverine Force, Expeditionary Combat Readiness Center, Maritime Civil Affairs and Security Training Command, and Naval Construction Force, followed by a ﬁnal boat demonstration from Coastal Riverine Force. NECC Sailors were appreciative to be given the opportunity to have their voices heard. “It was great for our command and community as a whole because it allows our leadership to see what we are doing day-to-day, and the attention to detail that our work takes,”

said Navy Diver 2nd Class Patrick Lane, assigned to MDSU 2. “Speaking with the CNP was needed, especially when you’re in an expeditionary community. A lot of people don’t know what our forces do,” said Chief Yeoman Chanreka Leftridge, assigned to Explosive Ordnance Disposal Mobile Unit (EODMU) 12. Before departing, the CNP thanked the NECC Sailors for their hard work and dedication to the expeditionary force. “This was a really good visit for me to see these Sailors doing extraordinary work throughout the Navy,” said Moran. NECC forces are globally deployed, providing capability across the full range of military operations in the maritime strategy to include forward presence, maritime security, humanitarian assistance and disaster response, sea control and power projection and deterrence.

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Continued from front accountable for their actions.” Throughout the month, Sailors and civilian employees were encouraged to participate in projects and events being conducted at NAVSTA Norfolk and throughout local communities in effort to help garner interest in stopping domestic violence. Culinary Specialist 1st Class Karen Thompson, one of NAVSTA Norfolk’s family advocacy program (FAP) coordinators, said it is important for both Sailors and civilians to understand the initiatives on bases and in the community. “From a walk-a-thon and information tables, to making a giant human purple ribbon on the parade ﬁeld, Naval Station has done it all,” said Thompson. “We are even posting daily facts about domestic violence on the NAVSTA Norfolk Facebook page to raise awareness. We hope by getting maximum command involvement that we can better educate Sailors and help prevent domestic violence all together.” A DVAM training was held on NAVSTA Norfolk to educate Sailors and civilians on what domestic violence is and what everyone can do to stop it. Kim Tarshis, a Family Violence Prevention Educator with the Norfolk Fleet and Family Support Center, and guest speaker, encouraged participants to get involved in the prevention of domestic violence by educating themselves on what warning signs to look for how to get the victims the help they need. “The problem is not getting people to acknowledge domestic violence is an issue, it is getting people to connect themselves to the issue and understanding their part in prevention and reporting,” said Tarshis. “One in four women and one in six men are victims of domestic violence, you may never be a victim or assailant, but the numbers suggest you know someone who will be.” Tarshis said like sexual assault prevention, there are two different avenues of reporting: restricted and unrestricted. For both sexual assault and domestic violence, the victim may make an unrestricted or restricted report. The difference between bystander reporting for the two is in domestic violence, a bystander can only ﬁle an unrestricted report whereas with sexual assault they also have the option to make an restricted report. Once reported, the FAP coordinators and counselors and Fleet and Family Services can make recommenda-

tions to the Sailors command as to which avenue to take. “We cannot force anyone to take any class or to attend counseling,” said Tarshis. “Once the recommendations are passed to the Sailors command it is at their discretion to get involved. Our goal is to prevent domestic violence by encouraging people to examine their own behavior and take steps to learn and practice more healthy behaviors.” Chief Operations Specialist Kevin Wyche, a command managed equal opportunity manager for NAVSTA Norfolk, said command leadership is responsible for putting themselves in the Sailors business by means of intrusive leadership and making sure they follow through with the recommendations and get the help they need. “We have Intrusive leadership so that the deck plate leader and the Sailor share responsibility for a Sailor’s success or failure,” said Wyche. “An intrusive leader is actively concerned for the welfare of every Sailor under their charge. This requires responsible, proactive behavior on the part of the leader. Sailors don’t care how much you know until they know how much you care.” Tarshis ended by reminding everyone about the numerous classes and counseling services offered by the Norfolk Fleet and Family Support Center. “The resources are out there,” said Tarshis. “Please do not hesitate to contact our staff for assistance.” The CNIC Family Advocacy Program website explains that domestic abuse can be deﬁned as a pattern of behavior in any relationship that is used to gain or maintain power and control over an intimate partner. Domestic abuse can affect anyone regardless of age, race, gender, sexual orientation, religion, educational level or socioeconomic background. Furthermore, domestic abuse can happen to couples in any stage of a relationship from dating to married. It can include physical abuse, emotional abuse – such as threats, isolation, extreme jealousy and humiliation – and sexual abuse. Children are also at risk of domestic abuse; child abuse is the physical or sexual abuse, emotional maltreatment or neglect of an unmarried person under 18 years old. For more information about DVAM and domestic violence, or to learn more on how to help, visit the CNIC Family Advocacy Program website at http://goo.gl/ ivWLnL.

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20 Years | 20 Questions

As a former test pilot of the V-22 Osprey, are you excited to see the capabilities of the F-35B? Yes, I am! Besides introducing ﬁfth-generation ﬁghter and attack capabilities, the Marine Corps’ short takeoff and vertical landing jet can operate in harsh conditions at remote locations as well as from amphibious ships. It will undoubtedly be the dominant, multi-role, airborne weapon system for decades to come. Additionally, I had the honor of observing the Marine Corps’ rollout ceremony at VMFAT-501 about a year and a half ago, and I was particularly impressed with the aircraft’s hardware design for easy maintainability.

What was it like to see the Osprey for the first time? It is an impressive aircraft when you see it and even more so when you fly it for the first time. I always think of it as a real-life transformer, and if you have ever seen it go from folded to flight ready in two minutes, you know what I’m talking about. In regards to how it flies, it is quite sporty for a nearly 40K pound aircraft that can take off and land vertically, and achieve over 300 miles per hour top speed.

How did it feel to assist in the standup of the first fleet tiltrotor squadron? It was a very proud moment for me as are all of the “firsts” the men and women who operate and maintain the aircraft continue to achieve with the system as time goes on. I lived through the difficult days of the program and lost friends, which makes all the advances and achievements all the more uplifting. The Osprey is now a fine weapon system that serves our Corps and country very well.

Do you feel technology has been an asset to Sailors and Marines? Very much so! Using the Osprey as an example, you will never be able to account for all the lives saved and mission efficiency gained by its speed, range and payload capability. Having utilized the system in the fight, I can personally attest that its life savings capability and efficiency gains are monumental.

Obtaining numerous degrees yourself, how important is education to you? Education is hugely important to me. Every time I ﬁnish an academic curriculum, especially as I’ve gotten older, I always think to myself, “that’s it, I’m done.” Strangely, that sentiment goes away after a few months, and I inevitably take up a new endeavor.

Colonel Paul Ryan

Do you promote or emphasize education to your Marines?

HEADQUARTERS & SERVICE BATTALION COMMANDING OFFICER

I do, very much. I’ve always encouraged Marines to take advantage of the educational opportunities they have while serving in any capacity on active duty. I often point out my personal achievements to counter the notion that Marines do not have time for off-duty education while we serve because of the missions, deployments, family challenges, etc.

How does it feel to command Headquarters and Service Battalion in your home state? Well, I was born at Fort Belvoir, Va., but primarily spent my childhood in Prescott, Ariz. after my father retired from the USMC. Since living in Virginia though, I very much appreciate the military friendliness of the Commonwealth and I am very proud to be serving in a command position in this ﬁne state.

How does teamwork and esprit de corps factor into your training style? I really enjoy spending time “gripping and grinning” with our Marines, Sailors and civilians; furthermore, I get a ton of internal satisfaction out of observing other Marines’ esprit de corps and working or playing as teammates even if I am not involved with the particular endeavor. It is a huge part of what makes us Marines. It is a characteristic deeply ingrained in my persona, and it makes me proud to see others demonstrating similar traits.

What is the biggest change to the Marine Corps in the last 20 years? I think the inﬂuence and impacts of our changing American culture have been profound. Our family orientation has diminished, especially during off-duty time. My recollection of my early days in the Corps was that Marines would gather in large quantities and very regularly plan, arrange and execute functions together like a big band of brothers. These days, time away from work seems to be spent on a more individual basis or at least in much smaller groups. Nowadays, it takes a lot of effort to get Marines together outside of work. In the old days it was easier or just happened. It seems too often that people will forego personal interaction and instead choose to interact or play with computers, video games and smart phones. I think it is unfortunate our culture has changed.

Next week’s spotlight: Lt. Gen. Richard T. Tryon, Commander, U.S. Marine Corps Forces Command

Do you think joint services will continue to be prevalent? Yes, they will and I believe they have a time and place. I also ﬁrmly believe it is best for our country – and American culture – for our individual services to maintain their own identities, missions, and service cultures. I believe competition between the services is healthy for all and should never be vanquished.

Do you think there will be a greater dependence on forward deployed forces? Our challenges in the future will change, and most likely grow. It’s hard to fathom, considering international affairs, the dependence on forward deployed forces decreasing. As we retrograde from over a decade’s worth of primarily a ground war, we are faced with expanding our amphibious and expeditionary reach in a much more diversiﬁed and dispersed fashion. Our globally dispersed commitments and requirements will grow as our personnel and ﬁscal resources diminish.

How would you say Marines have adjusted to the OPTEMPO and foreign deployments? Marines will get the job done no matter what is asked of them, but the mission accomplishment does come at a cost. The institution will always serve well as “the nation’s 911 force of choice,” but our individual Marines will bear the cost. Their heightened requirement for individual service will come at the expense of off-duty opportunities for family affairs, education, citizenry service, etc.

How can Marines experience the best of what the Marine Corps has to offer them? Lean into it (in everything you do), demonstrate initiative and be highly motivated. Motivated Marines that are the “go getters” open up huge opportunities for themselves because they get rewarded by their subordinates, peers, seniors and the institution for those traits. Passivity rarely begets reward in our Corps.

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What part of the Marine Corps has been the most rewarding for you? There have been many rewards and opportunities. The awesome relationships and camaraderie, weapon systems and training, education, travel, esprit de corps, … what’s not to love?

Did you consider other services? Yes, but not for long. I am from Marine family lineage.

Would you encourage your children to join the Armed Forces? You bet! Again, the opportunities are awesome, as is the sense of service and personal development and achievement associated with serving.

What inspires you to lead? The motivation that I see and experience with all the Marines, Sailors and civilians. Their enthusiasm inspires and motivates me.

What is one of the most important aspects of effective leadership? Because leadership is so multi-faceted, only one aspect is tough to answer, but I’ll give you a short answer by saying honesty and transparency. I’ve grown to believe that people really respect leaders for those two qualities.

In your military career, where do you feel you had the most impact? I would hope that I’ve had some impact on inspiring and or enabling some people along the way to become better individuals themselves. I believe the true measure of your worth is not your individual achievement, but the achievement and emulation of those you have guided and mentored along the way. They say imitation is the ultimate form of ﬂattery.

Are there any unique challenges in your current position? I’d suggest I have a unique opportunity. This position and daily schedule allows me to directly and regularly interact with the personnel within the command, adjacent commands and even our civilian neighbors. In many leadership positions, the daily operational grind precludes regular time spent interacting with the troops and other organizations. I feel truly blessed to have the opportunity and time for the personal relations.

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MC1 Rafael Martie A static display of the new ﬂameresistant variant (FRV) coveralls is on exhibit at the U.S. Fleet Forces Command headquarters building at Naval Support Activity Norfolk.

Flame-resistant coveralls coming to the ﬂeet soon Press Release U.S. Fleet Forces

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U.S. Fleet Forces (USFF) and Pacific Fleet released a joint message Oct. 24 detailing the use and wear of the new Flame Resistant Variant (FRV) coveralls, which will begin being distributed to Sailors in the fleet before the end of the year. Scheduled to start arriving in December, the new coveralls will initially be provided to the crews of ships scheduled to deploy in early 2014. “We made the decision to supply flame-resistant coveralls

to all Sailors assigned to ships as an added safety precaution,” said Adm. Bill Gortney, commander, USFF. “The information provided in the manner wear message will ensure everyone understands what is expected in the wearing of this new organizational clothing.” According to the message, the FRV will be distributed to several ﬂeet units before the end of the year. Early shipments will focus on next deployers and forward deployed naval forces. The type commanders will hold a series of show and tell roadshows in November and December in ﬂeet concentration areas to ensure sail-

ors have an opportunity to see and feel the FRV. The goal is to provide an understanding on the basics of where, when and how to wear the new coverall. Based on production schedules, initial fleet outfitting should complete by October 2014. Flame resistant organizational clothing had previously been limited to Sailors working in engineering departments, on flight decks and in other high-risk areas, but the Organizational Clothing Working Group recommended every Sailor afloat be outfitted with the additional protection. Once outfitted, Sailors are directed to wear the FRV while

underway. The NWU type I and other polyester and poly blend uniforms are no longer authorized for wear while underway except for special events such as manning the rails, change of command or receptions held at anchor. Exceptions: (1) Personnel assigned to submarines will continue to wear the poly/cotton utility coverall due to its low lint characteristics. Once a longterm, all-purpose coverall solution that is ﬂame resistant and low lint version is available, it is expected that it will be made available to the submarine force.

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A local Timorese child is the ﬁrst to conquer the monkey bars at his school’s new playground following an ofﬁcial ribbon cutting ceremony and close of Sapper 13.

TSC Sailors reap rewards in challenging role as NMTIs By Sue Krawczyk Training Support Center Great Lakes Public Affairs

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Not knowing precisely what an Navy Military Training Instructor’s (NMTI) job entails is one of the contributing factors of the current demand to fill vacant billets at Training Support Center (TSC), Great Lakes. NMTI manning is at 76 percent and there is especially a need for female Sailors to provide mentorship to the growing female student population. TSC receives approximately 10,500 students per year, 40 percent of all Recruit Training Command (RTC) boot camp graduates. “Being an NMTI may be the most demanding leadership challenge that you will face in the Navy,” said Capt. Henry “Hank” P. Roux Jr., TSC’s commanding officer. “If you want a challenge, if you want to improve your leadership skills, and if you want to make a difference in the future of the fleet, those are all the things an NMTI directly does on a daily basis.” Roux explains there are significant differences when students come to TSC with the most important one being the Sailors now are allowed to make their own decisions.

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FIRST-EVER SAPPER 13 EXERCISE CLOSES By MC1 Chris Fahey Naval Mobile Construction Battalion 3

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Nearly 200 American, Australian and Timorese watched as the Duyung community located in Timor-Leste’s Metinaro province received a three-classroom school house, playground and related support facilities, during an ofﬁcial ribbon cutting ceremony held Monday, Oct. 28. The ribbon cutting marked the end of Sapper 13 – a multilateral exercise designed to increase interoperability between U.S. Navy Seabees, U.S. Marine Corps combat

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The Chief of Naval Operations (CNO) Adm. Jonathan Greenert, and Master Chief Petty Officer of the Navy (MCPON) Mike Stevens visited the crew of USS George H.W. Bush (CVN 77) to provide Sailors on board an opportunity to speak directly with the Navy’s most senior leadership, Oct. 23. Among the topics discussed during the all-hands call were naval innovation, sexual assault and the government shutdown. He began the all-hands call by talking about the impact of the Bush’s involvement with the X-47B and the future of carrier readiness. “The fact of the matter is that industry has determined that this ship with that aircraft (X-47B) was the evolution of the year,” said Greenert. “The launch and recovery of an unmanned aerial vehicle from an aircraft carrier, I was here when that happened and you were here and I congratulate you for that.” Greenert went on to explain how the government shutdown has left work to be done. “MCPON and I are anxious to get out and connect again,” Greenert said. “That’s why I’m here; to listen and learn from you all. The government shutdown is over, but we’ve got a lot of work to do. We cannot just snap our fingers and catch back up.” During his visit, Greenert had the opportunity to re-enlisted a group of George H.W. Bush Sailors and meet with their families. “I was just really happy my family could be here,” said Aviation Ordanceman 1st Class Lamar Gaymon. “Not many people get the chance to be reenlisted by the CNO, but I did and my family got to see it. Greenert also addressed the ships upcoming deployment. “This particular ship and this particular strike group have a long deployment coming up,” Greenert said. “When we stopped doing two carriers in the gulf and we went down to one, we reduced training and shipyard work, which means Vinson’s deployment was longer, your deployment will be longer and the Reagan’s deployment will be longer. By this time next fiscal year we will be back to seven and a half month deployments.”

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Today’s military spouses want it all – a loving home and marriage, strong and resilient children, educational opportunities, meaningful community volunteer work, and portable careers – all in the context of frequent moves and extended deployments throughout their service member’s military career. To address their unique combination of work-life interests and priorities, the Department of Defense (DOD) has established a comprehensive, holistic, spouse-centered program called SECO: Spouse Education and Career Opportunities. It is part of DOD’s commitment to overall spouse health and well-being. SECO recognizes that spouses make important decisions every day regarding home and work life. When the time is right for more education, training, licensure, employment, and portable career advancement opportunities, SECO is just a call or click away. SECO has four pillars of service delivery that help spouses move in and out of the workforce at various ages and stages of life. Pillar #1: Career Exploration In order to ﬁnd satisfying work in portable career ﬁelds and related occupations that are available in their new community, it is important for spouses to understand themselves. SECO provides career counseling services six days a week through specialty consultations with master’s level subject matter experts available at (800) 342-9647. Specialty consultants help spouses identify career interests, aptitudes, skills, knowledge levels, personality type, and core values that are matched to different types of employment. Specialty consultants also provide information about today’s job market and work options such as full-time and part-time work, seasonal work,

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FLAGSHIPNEWS.COM | OCT 31, 2013 | THE FLAGSHIP | B3 U.S. Navy Seabee Lt. Brent Oglesby, the ofďŹ cerin-charge of Naval Mobile Construction Battalion (NMCB) 3â€™s Construction Civic Action Detail in Timor-Leste, receives a tais, or scarf, from a local Timorese girl during an ofďŹ cial ribbon cutting ceremony and close of Sapper 13.

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country, thank you to all who helped support us.â€? In addition to Sapper 13, Seabees from NCMB 3 are deployed to Timor-Leste to execute engineering civic assistance projects, conduct formal training with the host nation and perform community relations events to help en-

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(2) The FRV will not be worn in place of organizational clothing mandated for speciďŹ c operational environments such as ďŹ‚ight decks or while performing work on electrical systems requiring arc ďŹ‚ash protection. The new coveralls are expected to maintain performance properties, durability and appearance for typical deployments of six to nine months, with an optimal wear life of 18-24 months. Like other organizational clothing, the FRV coveralls will be replaced by each ship over time based on normal wear and tear. The name/rank conďŹ guration of the FRV coverall will consist of a Velcro-backed name tag and metal collar devices. To build unit esprit de corps, each unit CO has the discretion to authorize the wear of the embossed leather name tag (same as worn on the V-neck sweater) or develop a fabric embroidered unit speciďŹ c name tag similar to those worn on green Nomex ďŹ‚ight jackets. Command ball caps are authorized for wear with the FRV. Materials making the coveralls ďŹ‚ame-resistant are incorporated into the fabric ďŹ bers. Wear life is dependent on many factors, including wear and cleaning frequency, cleaning method and environmental exposure. The joint message from Gortney (USFF) and Adm. Harry B. Harris (PACFLT) emphasized the Navyâ€™s commitment on safety. â€œWe operate in an environment that contains inherent risks. Given what has been learned through the organizational clothing working group analysis and NWU type I burn test, we are striving to make shipboard environments safer. We have made initial progress toward that goal and believe that providing the FRV coverall to all aďŹ‚oat sailors will help reduce the risk of injury aboard ship. When worn properly, the FRV offers signiďŹ cant protection from ďŹ‚ame and ďŹ‚ash ďŹ re. We are committed to always improving safety.â€?

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KEEPING IT REAL Virtual trainer boosts shipboard ﬂight ops By Eric Beidel Ofﬁce of Naval Research

John F. Williams Aviation Boatswain Mate (Handling) 2nd Class Ashley Tate and Aviation Boatswain Mate (Handling) 2nd Class Heather Landry, instructors with Helicopter Sea Combat Squadron (HSC) 2, demonstrate the Ofﬁce of Naval Research (ONR) TechSolutions Landing Signal Enlisted trainer.

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Answering the fleet’s call for more authentic training environments, the Office of Naval Research (ONR) is delivering a more cost-effective, realistic simulator to train Sailors responsible for directing the movement of helicopters aboard ships, officials announced Oct. 23. The Helicopter Control Officer Trainer (HCOT) is being used by HCOs and Landing Signalman Enlisted (LSE) personnel at naval bases in San Diego, Calif., and Norfolk, where courses required by the chief of naval operations are taught. The trainer initially was developed after Chief of Naval Research Rear Adm. Matthew Klunder visited Naval Air Station North Island, San Diego, and talked to Sailors about ways to make their virtual training more realistic, taking into account moving ships, crashing waves and blinding rain, among other variables. “These dedicated Sailors play an important role in shipboard aviation, and they wanted a training environment that was as lifelike as the challenges they face in the shipboard environment,” Klunder said. “Staying in constant contact with the fleet allows us to quickly and effectively address concerns from the flight deck up to the bridge without breaking the bank.” Upgrades to the HCOT simulation eliminate the need for costly maintenance of aging hardware by combining training for personnel both HCOs in a ship’s flight

Before, we had to tell students to pretend. Now, we can say that this is exactly what you’re going to see when you get out there.” -Aviation Boatswain’s Mate (Handling) 2nd Class Joshua Chorniak

control tower and LSEs on the ship’s deck coordinating take-offs and landings with hand signals. For those manning the control tower, the setup features five touchscreen monitors with the same controls they would use at their shipboard stations. Instructors inside and outside of the mock tower play the roles of helicopter pilots or other crew members who would interact with the officers. For the signalmen, a piece of headgear gives them a 360-degree view of a virtual ship deck. Another individual then uses a video game controller to either launch or land a helicopter based on the student’s hand signals. The system can throw anything at the students, including rainstorms, nightfall, crashes and fires, offering a level of realism unavailable with previous systems. “It’s like the difference between night and day,” said Aviation Boatswain’s Mate (Handling) 2nd Class Joshua Chorniak, an instructor with Helicopter Sea Combat Squadron 2 at Naval Station Norfolk. “Before, we had to tell students to pretend. Now, we can say that this is exactly what you’re going to see when you get out there.”

Service members who deploy or are otherwise separated from their families due to mission needs now have an online resource allowing them to hone their parenting skills as they reconnect with their children. Pam Murphy, the Defense Department’s lead psychologist for the website, said the launch of http://www. militaryparenting.org offers unprecedented, comprehensive and free computer-based training from a service member’s perspective on parenting and building strong relationships with their children. A clinical psychologist with more than 20 years of experience in community and private practice, Murphy said the Integrated Mental Health Strategy Program is a collaborative initiative between the Veterans Affairs Department and DOD. “We initially did an environmental scan of everything within the DOD as well as commercially available, and one of the areas that seemed to be at a deficit was a comprehensive parenting program that looks at the basics,” Murphy said. She noted that while a plethora of parenting information exists online, it was difficult to identify a free, private “military-centric” program. “This is one of the first of its kind,” Murphy said. The interactive site, she explained, develops and reinforces parenting skills to help families reconnect through in-depth technology solutions that appeal to younger parents. “Many of the parents in the service member population are generally younger,” she said. “Prominent age groups of their children are typically 5 or below.” Murphy added that the site goes beyond the job and hits home in terms of affecting family relationships, building resilience and helping service members to be happy with their lives within the military. She also noted that service members’ personalized accounts interwoven into the site make the situations and solutions relatable.

Courtesy photo Militaryparenting.org goes beyond the job and hits home in terms of affecting family relationships, building resilience and helping service members to be happy with their lives within the military.

“We included videos of real service personnel… to talk about their reallife experiences with parenting, reintegrating and making those everyday decisions,” Murphy said. The website consolidates and simplifies information that was previously accessible across multiple resources, said Air Force Senior Airman Matthew Siegele, a protocol specialist, and his wife, Air Force Staff Sgt. Sabrina Siegele, noncommissioned officer in charge of knowledge operations, both of whom work at Joint Base LewisMcChord, Wash. “We’ve been through so many parenting classes, counseling and therapy, and a lot of the resources and advice is mirrored on this site,” Sabrina said. “This website is excellent – it’s a onestop shop instead of jumping around to multiple appointments.” During family separations, Murphy said, applications such as Skype and Facetime can help in keeping families connected, but the military parenting website provides ideas for technology-based activities that can help in reuniting parents and children after a deployment. “A lot of times, kids don’t know what to talk about with their parents when they are on the phone or on the computer with them,” she said. Murphy said the website can help military parents to reconnect with their children. “Parents can benefit from this site, and I believe they want their kids to grow up to be happy, healthy, fully functioning adults,” she said. “Here, they’ll find strategies and ideas to [get] even better in terms of helping kids to grow, mature and blossom.”

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If you do your job well, you may be molding more than just a future petty ofﬁcer, you may have the future MCPON or future CNO.” -Capt. Henry “Hank” P. Roux Jr., TSC’s commanding ofﬁcer

“We have a population of primarily 18- to 24-year-olds and the NMTIs are responsible for helping them make the right or good decision rather than the bad or wrong decision,” said Roux. “The students have freedom and outside influences because, unlike boot camp, they are not held here 24 hours a day, seven days week as they are allowed to go on liberty and to make decisions all day. Making the wrong decision will set you on a course you may not be able to turn back from.” NMTI Master Chief Fire Controlman Nicholas Petric, TSC’s operations staff leading chief petty officer, has first-hand experience with recruits, having served as a Recruit Division Commander (RDC) at RTC from 2003 to 2007. “There’s a perception out there that you come here and you teach in a schoolhouse for a year and then go to a barracks for a year, you get a break, and then you go back to the schoolhouses. It’s not like that at all,” said Petric. TSC is where NMTIs get to take the tools RTC gave the recruits and teach them how to apply those tools in their training as well as in everyday life. NMTIs are in charge of anywhere from 150 to 400 students in the barracks. Depending on the length of their training, students remain at TSC for as little as a few weeks or up to a year. “The job we do here at TSC is as important as the job the RDCs do at RTC; there’s just a different level of responsibility,” said Petric. “We are still in the process of continuing what was taught at RTC – taking a basically trained Sailor and expounding on that training, only we get every outside influence on the Sailors you can imagine added to the day.” NMTI’s make up approximately 80 percent of TSC’s enlisted military staff in the barracks providing around-

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the-clock supervision, leadership, training and professional development of accession Sailors prior to their arrival to the Fleet. They are the staff members who conduct inspections of living quarters and uniforms, overseeing watch standing, and upholding all Navy regulations and standards. They constantly ensure the students maintain their military bearing such as making sure they render proper salutes or greetings, and that their appearance and uniforms meet Navy standards. NMTIs conduct frequent room inspections to ensure cleanliness, racks are properly made, belongings are correctly secured, and look for any discrepancies such as improper use of lighting or extension cords, and safety violations from minor infractions to major discrepancies. They also oversee administrative paperwork such as student records, quarterdeck logs and watch bills and monitor room key control. Each week NMTIs conduct liberty briefs with the students to review rules and regulations prior to the weekend. When NMTIs ﬁrst arrive to TSC, they attend the three-week Navy Instructor Training Course to prepare them for their leadership roles. They also attend a newly formed one-week NMTI academy for a more in-depth

instruction of what is expected of them in the barracks, types of situations that may arise and the specific resources available to them to handle any issues, and how to conduct uniform and room inspections. Additionally, they receive in-depth training in suicide awareness and prevention, bystander intervention, and Sexual Assault Prevention and Response (SAPR), which is a Navy strategy to address changes in attitudes and behaviors about sexual assault and prevention. Roux stresses the impact NMTIs have on mentoring and the Sailorization of their Sailors because one never knows how far a Sailor will achieve in their naval career. “If you do your job well, you may be molding more than just a future petty officer, you may have the future MCPON or future CNO,” said Roux. “If you do the right things, you will set them on a path for success. If you do it wrong, you may make one of these young men or women that were going to be something and now they’re never going to get started.” Shore duty at TSC lasts for 36 months and NMTIs are able to make their own schedules rotating between a chief and petty officers in each barracks for morning, afternoon and evening shifts.

As the Navy prepares to train an even greater number of recruits in the next year, the need for more NMTIs on staff rises. “If you want the most difficult leadership challenge you will ever face in the Navy and if you’re up to the task, then I challenge you to accept the responsibility that comes along with being an NMTI by coming to Great Lakes and you will get exactly what you ask for,” said Roux. “You will have that challenge because it is a challenge – it’s not for the faint of heart. You have to have it inside you that you want to make a difference for the fleet of the future. The reward is that they will never forget you.” While the job itself may be demanding, one of the rewards of such hard efforts is the chance for advancement as well as the opportunity to obtain Master Training Specialist designation. “The advancement rate is respectable the following year after they leave here,” explained Petric. “You’ve set that foundation that when you go back out to the fleet, people will advance. A majority of chiefs out there that did not make chief while they were here did so about a year after they left and then end up coming back here for the rewarding benefits.”

B6 | THE FLAGSHIP | OCT 31, 2013 | FLAGSHIPNEWS.COM Chief Warrant Ofﬁcer Daryn Bartlett, assigned to Space and Naval Warfare Systems Command (SPAWAR) Reserve Unit 301, Everett, Wash., instructs a Security Plus certiﬁcation class to information systems technicians from 11 San Diego commands.

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Cyber Warrant Ofﬁcer Program broadens eligibility By MC2 Andrea Perez Navy Personnel Command Public Affairs

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In order to meet the increasing demand for officers with specific computer network operations knowledge, skills and abilities, requirements for the Cyber Warrant Officer Commissioning Program have changed, Navy officials said Oct. 25. NAVADMIN 259/13 outlines amendments to the program. The following is a summary of the changes: ■ The 9308 Navy Interactive ON-NET (ION) Operator NEC (Navy Enlisted Classification) has been removed as a requirement. ■ Cryptologic Technician Networks rated Sailors who have been certified as Cyber Targeteers, Cyber Fire Support Planners, Cyber Fire Support Coordinators, Cyber Weaponeers and Endpoint Exploitation Analysts are now considered highly competitive candidates. ■ Information System Technician rated Sailors who have graduated from the Naval Postgraduate School with a Master of Science in Applied Cyber Operations have been added as highly competitive candidates. “We wanted to increase the number of applicants who are eligible for the Cyber Warrant Officer Commissioning Program,” said Capt. Baron V. Reinhold, director of Military Community Management, Bureau of Naval Personnel. “Removing the 9308 NEC requirement allows for a larger pool of highly-qualified and competitive candidates to apply for the program.” According to Reinhold, 9308 NEC duties represent only one of 10 work roles the Navy requires to execute offensive and defensive cyber operations. The Cyber Warrant Officer designator was established in 2010. The program identifies, develops, and commissions technically proficient Sailors to operate, analyze, plan and direct full-spectrum cyber operations. All prerequisite criteria for the Chief Warrant Officer Commissioning Program are applicable to the Cyber Warrant Officer program. Selections to the program will be made via the annual active duty and reserve Limited Duty Officer (LDO) and Chief Warrant Officer (CWO) In-Service Procurement Boards. Applications for the Fiscal Year 2015 active-duty and reserve LDO/CWO In-Service Procurement Boards must be postmarked no later than Oct. 1, 2013. However, for Cyber Warrant Officer applicants only, the deadline has been extended to Nov. 15, 2013. All applications for Cyber Warrant Officer must be received by Navy Personnel Command by the new deadline. Basic eligibility requirements are outlined in NAVADMIN 176/13 for active duty and NAVADMIN 177/13 for reservists.

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PERSONNEL EXCHANGE PROGRAM CAN TAKE YOU PLACES By MC2 Andrea Perez Naval Personnel Command Public Affairs

Joseph Bara Rear Adm. Terry B. Kraft, commander of Navy Warfare Development Command, center, talks about a Battle of Midway display at Navy Warfare Development Command headquarters at Naval Station Norfolk.

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For Sailors who have ever wondered what it’s like in another branch of the military or in a foreign military, there’s a special program offering that experience, said a Navy detailer Oct. 25. The Navy’s Personnel Exchange Program (PEP) lets selected Sailors make a one-for-one exchange with personnel from another military service or foreign service. The program’s objective is to integrate participants into the host organization as though they belonged to the service to which they become assigned. “Sailors should consider serving in the exchange program because they may get the opportunity to work hand-in-hand with foreign militaries and serve in highly-visible and unique billets,” said Aviation Electronics Technician 1st Class Justin Armstrong, PEP detailer, Navy Personnel Command (NPC).

The Defense Personnel Exchange Program (DPEP), the over-arching DOD program, permits military and civilian participants to spend one or more years working in a host nation’s defense research and development organizations, joint program offices or operational defense establishments on projects directly related to their expertise. DOD Directive 5230.20 governs visits, assignments, and exchanges of all foreign nationals. “Officers and enlisted Sailors in pay grades E-5 and above can participate in the PEP program,” said Armstrong. “The program is designator and ratingdriven as well as NEC-driven (Navy Enlisted Classification), so not all designators, rates or NECs are accepted. Most locations also require a security clearance.” The nature of the PEP is to share pro-

fessional knowledge with members from other services and nations. Applicants must be able to serve as subject matter experts in their designator or rate. Applicants for foreign PEP billets are military ambassadors of the U.S. and must be able to demonstrate cultural sensitivity. “Germany, Canada, Italy, United Kingdom and Australia are the foreign nations that currently participate in the PEP program,” said Armstrong. “As billets in these countries become available, they show up on CMS-ID (Career Management System - Interactive Detailing).” According to Armstrong, Sailors selected for a non-English speaking country will be required to get language training en route at the Defense Language Institute Foreign Language Center. Training may also be available for accompanying family members on a space available basis. Required obligated service for the program is 24 months, which does not include training time. PEP members will receive normal pay and allowances, but may be entitled to special allowances based on their ﬁnal assignment, such as Overseas Housing Allowance, Cost of Living Allowance, Hardship Duty Pay and Foreign Language Proﬁciency Bonus. A full list of eligibility and application procedures is outlined in MILPERSMAN 1306-921.

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Jeff Dunham Comedian to visit Constant Center ■ when and where Jeff Dunham and his beloved cast of characters are on the fall leg of their 2013 “Disorderly Conduct” worldwide tour. Nov. 10, 3 p.m., The Constant Convention Center, 4320 Hampton Blvd., Norfolk Tickets cost $45.50; call 685-4444 or visit www. YnotTix.com or www.jeffdunham.com

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Brides Across America join salons to offer free wedding gowns for military brides NORFOLK

Brides Across America is partnering with Maya Courture in Norfolk on Nov. 11, and with Jeanette’s Bridal in Manassas, Va., on Nov. 14, to thank U.S. heroes for their service and sacrifice by giving away free wedding gowns to military brides at their salon as part of the Brides Across America’s campaign. Maya Couture is located at 12 Best Square, and Jeanette’s Bridal is located 10386 Festival Lane. “Operation Wedding Gown” is Brides Across America’s mission to give away free wedding gowns to military brides on a national effort. Often times, military brides find it difficult to plan their “fairy tale” wedding due to deployment, injury and/or economic

hardship. Brides Across America, Maya Couture an Jeanette’s Bridal want to roll out the red carpet for deserving military brides. Brides Across America’s continued support and commitment has donated over 10,000 gowns to military brides. Featured in “PEOPLE” magazine’s June 24 and Aug. 26 issues, see how Brides Across America is making a difference one wedding dress at a time. In order to qualify, brides or their fiancé must be serving in the military; either currently deployed, have a future deployment, or have been deployed within the last five years to Iraq, Afghanistan, Middle East, Korea, or Japan. Brides must pre-register for the event and bring proper identification along with deployment papers to be presented the day of the event. For more information on how to qualify and register for an event visit www.bridesacrossamerica.com.

Courtesy photo A youngster with a “Magic Lighting Wand,” which are free to children under 12 at the Santa’s Tree Lighting at Lynnhaven Mall on Nov. 8 while supplies last.

Santa kicks off holiday season at Lynnhaven Mall VIRGINIA BEACH

Photos by MC1 Molly A. Burgess Air Force Staff Sergeant Erica Myers (left), U.S. Navy Chief Quartermaster Trezelline Wactor (center) and Aviation Ordnanceman Chelsey King (right) were among those who participated in the Brides Across America gown giveaway at 2012 Maya Couture Bridal Salon in Norfolk.

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This weekend will be the last chance to visit the 31st annual Homearama, a single-site display of fully furnished and fully landscaped custom showcase homes that demonstrate the latest in home construction, design, furnishings and technological innovations. The event runs from Oct. 19 - Nov. 3. Tidewater Builders Association has brought Homearama back for a second time to the Edinburgh community, where visitors will experience an “Invitation to Enchantment.” This year’s Homearama show features seven homes for sale ranging from 3,200 square feet up to 6,000 square feet. Prices are from $725,000 to $1,100,000. “I’m proud to be one of the seven builders at Edinburgh,” said Sam Cohen of the Joey Corporation and the 2013 Homearama chair. “The 2007 Edinburgh show was one of the most successful in the event’s history. We had record attendance and are expecting a comparable turnout this year. Three of the seven homes showcased at this year’s Homearama already have been sold. Our return to Edin-

Lynnhaven Mall will ring in the holiday season welcoming Santa with a special parade and tree lighting ceremony on Nov. 8. The third annual Grand Illumination event will begin at 5 p.m. with children’s activities, face painting and balloons, followed by live musical performances beginning at 6. At 6:45, Santa and Mrs. Claus will arrive, escorted by troupe members of “The Nutcracker” presented by the Ballet Virginia International. Santa will then call on the youngest attendees to use their magic snowﬂake wands to bring the Lynnhaven Lights music and light show to life. Santa will be available to meet and greet families in attendance until 8 p.m. All activities during the Grand Illumination event are free and open to the public. Santa will be available at his holiday home in Lynnhaven Mall from 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. starting on Nov. 9 and will remain through Dec. 24. For more details on Santa’s hours and photo packages, as well as Lynnhaven mall holiday events and hours, visit www.lynnhavenmall.com.

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■ where to go Homearama is being held at Edinburgh, off Hillcrest and Edinburgh parkways, in the Hickory section of Chesapeake.

burgh is signiﬁcant.” At Edinburgh, and like its Scottish counterpart, natural elements of water, land and life come together. With inviting views and beautiful surrounds, Edinburgh is a community of luxurious single-family homes. Located in the popular Hickory section of Chesapeake, this retreat is easily accessible. Residents of Edinburgh are conveniently located to downtown

Norfolk, the Outer Banks and have easy access to the Chesapeake Expressway. With a variety of home styles – presented by the area’s ﬁnest custom homebuilders – visitors to Edinburgh are sure to ﬁnd the perfect place to call home. Homearama is open from noon to 8 p.m. Thursday through Saturday and from noon to 6 p.m. on Sunday. General admission is $10 for a one-day pass and $17 for a two-day pass. Active duty and retired military guests and seniors (62 and older) receive a $3 discount on Thursday. Children 12 and younger are free. For continuous updates, directions, and additional information, call 305-9065 or visit www.homearama.tv.

Spectators will have the opportunity to reserve exclusive seating at the 2013 Grand Illumination Parade in Downtown Norfolk on Nov. 23 at 7 p.m. The parade’s reserved seating program, Street Seats, is available to purchase now through Nov. 22, or until sold out. There are only 1,000 available, so parade producers recommend purchasing early as Street Seats can sell out. The Street Seats program offers the option to reserve a viewing space on the route for the ultimate parade experience, however, there are plenty of free seating options along the nearly two-mile long route. General admission Street Seats cost $10 per ticket and are first come first serve per section. VIP Street Seats are $25 per ticket and includes hot non-alcoholic beverages and exclusive portable restroom facilities. For all reserved seating, children ages four and under, who can sit on an adult’s lap, do not need a ticket. Tickets may be purchased online at www. holidaysinthecity.net/parade/street-seats or at the Downtown Norfolk Council offices, 201 Granby Street, Monday through Friday from 8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. For more information, visit www.Downtown Norfolk.org/HolidaysinTheCity.

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‘WAR HORSE’ rides into Richmond By Yiorgo Contributing writer

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Norwegian ship to visit Norfolk ■ When: Nov. 7 - 11 ■ Where: Otter Berth next to Waterside, Norfolk ■ Cost: Tours are free ■ For more information, contact: 441-2345 or visit

www.festevents.org On Nov. 7, the unique and majestic 99-year old Norwegian tall sailing ship “HNoMS Statsraad Lehmkuhl” is scheduled to arrive at approximately 8 a.m. in downtown Norfolk. The ship will depart around noon on Nov. 11. Arrival and departure times are approximate and are subject to change due inclement weather. The public is invited to tour the ship starting Nov. 8 through Nov. 10 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. daily. Ship tours are free and open to the public. The Statsraad Lehmkuhl is sailed by the Royal Norwegian Naval Academy’s ﬁrst year ofﬁcer cadets who are participating in leadership training and teambuilding during the trip. Guests are encouraged to witness Statsraad Lehmkuhl’s ceremonial arrival into port, complete with song.

Santa’s Stocking Old Fashion Craft Bazaar ■ When: Nov. 2 - 3 and Nov. 16 - 17; 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. on Saturdays, and from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Sundays ■ Where: Kempsville Recreation Center, 800 Monmouth Lane, Virginia Beach ■ Cost: Entry is free ■ For more information, contact: Special Events Ofﬁce at 385-2990 (TTY dial: 711) or fun@VBgov.com

Looking for a unique gift this holiday season? Shop the 35th annual Santa’s Stocking Old Fashioned Craft Bazaar. Over 100 different crafters each weekend will be selling handmade items; everything from stocking stuffers to works of ﬁne art, all at budget-friendly prices. Two unique events with different craft exhibitors are on display each weekend. Meet with Santa from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Saturdays and from 1 to 4 p.m. on Sundays. Visits are free, professional photo packages (children and pets) are available at varied prices. No personal cameras please. Don’t forget to bring your letters or wish lists for Santa’s mailbox when he’s not available for photos.

Virginia Symphony PB&J Series ■ When: Nov. 3, 3 p.m. ■ Where: Sandler Center

for the Performing Arts, Virginia Beach ■ Cost: $15 for adults and $10 for children ■ For more information, contact: Symphony Patron Services, 892-6366 or visit www.virginiasymphony.org The Virginia Symphony opens its family-friendly PB&J Series with a program that will take audience members on a voyage to the high seas. Resident Conductor Benjamin Rous will lead the orchestra in selections from The Pirates of Penzance, Pirates of the Caribbean, Scheherazade and more. Pre-concert activities begin in the Sandler Center lobby at 2 p.m. and include an instrument petting zoo, face painting and more.

The beautiful Landmark Theater in Richmond is proud to bring the Broadway production and winner of ﬁve 2011 Tony Awards®, WAR HORSE from Oct. 29 to Nov. 3. It is the heart-warming tale of loyalty and friendship set in WWI as seen through the eyes of young Albert and his beloved horse Joey, brought to life as lifesized puppets created by South Africa’s Handspring Puppet Company. I recently had the pleasure to talk with Brendan Murray who plays Major Nicholls, several other military roles and is even one of the puppeteers for one of the other horses. Yiorgo: Tell us a bit about your life story, where are you from and how did you get interested in theater? Brendan Murray: I grew up in Northern Ontario in North Bay. My mother is Swiss so I am half Swiss and half Canadian. While growing up, my father was heavily involved in local theater so as a child I spent a lot of time in the theater watching. I performed in shows in high school and I knew by the time I left that I would pursue theater. I fell in love with it and committed my life to be very good at it. I eventually moved to Toronto, studied acting, was hired at the Stratford Festival of Canada and trained in classical theater. Y: You have performed: Hamlet, Peter Pan, The Glass Menagerie Macbeth, Long Day’s Journey Into Night, I can go on and on. Do you have a favorite play? BM: War Horse and deﬁnitely Hamlet. It is the supreme role in the English language theater, and I can’t wait to play it again. Y: Speaking of War Horse, tell us about the audition process? BM: I heard that it was happening in Toronto so I called my agent and said you must make sure that I’m seen for this production. I read for different roles then I read for Major Nicholls. They asked me to do it again, and I left the room thinking I think they are interested and I got the offer. I have gotten two years of work out of it and still going strong. But the puppeteers go through a much more rigorous process. In a way, everybody in the show is a puppeteer. This year, in the second act, I’m inside a horse, and I had to learn

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I also would like to thank all service members for their service. I have new respect for service men and women. I feel a responsibility for those who served in any war, to tell our story properly” -Brendan Murrary, who stars as Major Nicholls in ‘WAR HORSE’

a new skill for this production. Having said that, just as the audience says after a few seconds they do not notice the puppeteers, the same thing happens to us even in rehearsal. I interact with the horse as a horse not a puppet, it’s a very natural thing. The puppeteers are so brilliant in giving them life that even us on stage believe. You actually see and feel the horses breathing! Y: What advice would you give to aspiring theater actors? BM: You need to know why your are doing it, because it’s a hard life. Even at it’s best such as being in War Horse now,

it’s still a difﬁcult life. If you can imagine doing anything else for a living, then you should do that other thing. You have to be compelled to do it. That means to continuously learn about the craft, read books, have a big picture of the world. I am in it for the work and what it can do to change peoples hearts and minds. Y: What does playing a Soldier mean to you? BM: I love playing Major Nicholls. I did a lot of reading about the war and realized how little I knew about it. The play begins in 1912 two years before a world war existed. It’s hard to imagine life before a world war. I also would like to thank all service members for their service. I have new respect for service men and women I feel a responsibility for those who served in any war, to tell our story properly. Y: Finally why should people see this play? BM: War Horse is a theatrical event for the whole family. It captures your imagination as only a play can. I have seen this play. I have sat in the audience in Toronto and in New York. I have never seen anything as thrilling, as human and magical all at once on stage before. You too can take in the full experience. Tickets start at $28 with a special 25 percent discount for active duty and retired military on selected nights. For more information, visit www. landmarktheater.net/events/detail/ war-horse or http://www.youtube.com/ watch?v=iY5YMshpCcw.

Aaron Neville continues to tell his true story at Sandler Center VIRGINIA BEACH

Aaron Neville celebrates his critically acclaimed new solo album “My True Story” with a second leg of his U.S. tour dates and covering much of the country through December. Neville’s tour will make a stop at Sandler Center for the Performing Arts in Virginia Beach, Nov. 9. Tickets range from $32 to $58. Joining Neville and his ﬁve-piece band will be brother Charles on saxophone supporting the iconic R&B vocalist and multiple Grammy Award winner as he revisits some of his favorite classics from the doo-wop era, adding a few new spins along the way. Released in January, “My True Story” was co-produced by Blue Note Records

president Don Was and Rolling Stone Keith Richards, who contributes guitar work throughout. The stellar collection has earned the singer not only his ﬁrst Top 10 album and highest-charting set of his ﬁve-decade career, (No. 7 on Billboard’s Top R&B/Hip-Hop Albums chart) but also some of his best reviews. “PEOPLE” magazine noted that “if ever there was an album that Aaron Neville was born to make, it’s this collection of doo-wop classics,” while “Rolling Stone” said, “Welcome back to the sweetest falsetto in human history” and called Neville “a true soul master at work.” For more information about the concert, visit online at www.sandlercenter. org or www.aaronneville.com.

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■ long history Aaron Neville has released 14 solo studio albums and 10 albums as part of The Neville Brothers.

Funding a College Education ■ When: Nov. 5, 11:30 a.m. ■ Where: JEB Little Creek, Navy

College, building 3016, in the Navy College classroom ■ Cost: Free ■ For more information, contact: Darryl Greenwell at 363-3944 or 489-3329 or e-mail dgreenwell.eoc@ edufind.org The Virginia Tidewater Consortium’s Educational Opportunity Center will conduct college financial aid briefings, hosted by Navy College and FFSC Northwest. Area to be covered include: College selection and application process; federal aid (grants, loans, work study, etc); state aid programs; FAFSA, plus financial aid applications, procedures and processing; Scholarship 101; and more. Open to active duty, reserve, retired and family members and other base employees/personnel, including DOD civilian employees. Call or email to reserve your seats in advance.

Holy Day of Obligation for All Saints Day ■ When: Nov. 1, ■ Where: Naval Air

Station Ocean Chapel, 11:30 a.m. and Dam Neck Annex Chapel at 6 p.m. ■ Cost: free ■ For more information, contact: Cmdr. Vinson Miller at 433-2871 Join in for a Holy Day of Obligation for All Saint’s Day on Nov. 1 at the NAS Oceana Chapel or at the Dam Neck Annex Chapel.

MOA paranormal ﬁndings to be revealed ELIZABETH CITY, N.C.

The Museum of the Albemarle invites you to the Gaither Auditorium on Nov. 2, at 7 p.m., to hear Mark Anderson and two members of his team, Chad Chappell and Jennifer Seymour, as they discuss the ﬁndings of an on-site investigation into paranormal activity in the new museum facility. Since the opening of the facility, several patrons have questioned the likelihood of the presence of spirits lingering among the artifacts collected from the Albemarle region. So, late in the evening of Sept. 21, a small group of people, including members of Anderson’s North Carolina Paranormal Researchers, entered the museum with staff to begin a search for evidence of spirits. The group’s adventure was recorded and reported by staff photographers and reporters of the Daily Advance and the Virginian Pilot. With exit signs as their only light source, Steve Baker and Seymour walked through the reconstructed 1700s Jackson House in the Our Story exhibit. There, a photo taken by Seymour showed a face in a pane-less window of the house. An infrared camera placed on the mantel also showed orbs or balls of light believed to

L. Todd Spencer / The Virginian-Pilot North Carolina Paranormal Researchers run by Mark Anderson searched for proof of paranormal activity at the Museum of the Albemarle in Elizabeth City, late Sept. 21.

be spirits. The team used digital voice recorders, electromagnetic ﬁeld recorders, and other equipment of the trade. Attendees of the program will be able to hear the team’s ﬁrsthand experiences and audio from the night as well as video. An attempt will also be made to create an actual test in the auditorium in order for the audience to experience an investiga-

tion. Anderson hopes that the audience will catch a glimpse of actual orbs during this demonstration. After the presentation and demonstrations, the team will host a question and answer period. Museum of the Albemarle is located at 501 S. Water Street, Elizabeth City. For more information, call (252) 335-1453 or visit www.museumofthealbemarle.com.

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CHEVY UNVEILS 10TH GENERATION OF ITS ICONIC FLAGSHIP SEDAN By Ken Chester, Jr. Motor News Media Corporation

Designed to deliver bold style, interior refinement and enhanced efficiency, Chevrolet introduced the all-new 10th generation 2014 Impala sedan at the 2012 New York Auto Show. The redesigned flagship sedan builds on the strong heritage of the Impala nameplate by offering expressive style, a more-refined interior, easyto-use technology, and what is expected to be an exhilarating driving experience. Engineered on an award-winning global platform, the 2014 Impala introduces new levels of comfort, refinement and technology. Highlights include an all-new exterior design that represents the next evolution of Chevrolet’s design vocabulary. It features a sleek proportion, sculpted body sides, standard 18inch wheels and projector-beam headlamps, with HID headlamps and LED daytime running lamps standard on LTZ models. Available in LS, Eco, LT and LTZ trim levels, power for the all-new Chevrolet flagship includes a range of three direct-injected engines, including a 3.6L V-6, new 2.5L fourcylinder and a 2.4L four-cylinder with eAssist, that deliver enhanced performance and efficiency. All three engines convey torque

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Ender’s Game

In the near future, a hostile alien race called the Formics have attacked Earth. If not for the legendary heroics of International Fleet Commander Mazer Rackham (Ben Kingsley), all would have been lost. In preparation for the next attack, the highly esteemed Colonel Hyrum Graff (Harrison Ford) and the International Military are training only the best young minds to find the future Mazer. Ender Wiggin (Asa Butterfield), a shy but strategically brilliant boy, is recruited to join the elite. Arriving at Battle School, Wiggin quickly and easily masters increasingly difficult challenges and simulations, distinguishing himself and winning respect amongst his peers. Wiggin is soon ordained by Graff as the military’s next great hope, resulting in his promotion to Command School. Once there, he’s trained by Rackham himself to lead his fellow soldiers into an epic battle that will determine the future of Earth and save the human race.

Dallas Buyers Club Matthew McConaughey stars as real-life Texas cowboy Ron Woodroof, whose free-wheeling life was overturned in 1985 when he was diagnosed as HIV-positive and given 30 days to live. These were the early days of the AIDS epidemic, and the U.S. was divided over how to combat the virus. Woodroof, now shunned and ostracized by many of his old friends, and bereft of government-approved effective medi-

cines, decided to take matters in his own hands, tracking down alternative treatments from all over the world by means both legal and illegal. Bypassing the establishment, the entrepreneurial Woodroof joined forces with an unlikely band of renegades and outcasts – who he once would have shunned – and established a hugely successful “buyers’ club.” Their shared struggle for dignity and acceptance is a uniquely American story of the transformative power of resilience.

Diana “Diana” takes audiences into the private realm of one the world’s most iconic and inescapably public women – the Princess of Wales, Diana (Naomi Watts) – in the last two years of her meteoric life. Acclaimed director Oliver Hirschbiegel explores Diana’s ﬁnal rite of passage: a secret love affair with Pakistani heart surgeon Hasnat Khan (Naveen Andrews), the human complications of which reveal the Princess’s climactic days in a compelling new light.

Free Birds In this irreverent, hilarious, adventurous buddy comedy for audiences of all ages, two turkeys from opposite sides of the tracks must put aside their differences and team up to travel back in time to change the course of history and get turkey off the holiday menu for good. In this animated comedy, Owen Wilson and Woody Harrelson head up the voice cast.

Gravity (PG-13): Dr. Ryan Stone (Sandra Bullock, above) is a brilliant medical engineer on her ﬁrst shuttle mission, with veteran astronaut Matt Kowalsky (George Clooney). But on a seemingly routine spacewalk, disaster strikes.The shuttle is destroyed, leaving Stone and Kowalsky completely alone-tethered to nothing but each other and spiraling out into the blackness.The deafening silence tells them they have lost any link to Earth... and any chance for rescue. As fear turns to panic, every gulp of air eats away at what little oxygen is left. But the only way home may be to go further out into the terrifying expanse of space.

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Courtesy of Warner Bros. “Last Vegas” stars (from left) Kevin Kline, Morgan Freeman, Robert De Niro and Michael Douglas.

Billy (Michael Douglas), Paddy (Robert De Niro), Archie (Morgan Freeman) and Sam (Kevin Kline) have been best friends since childhood. So when Billy, the group’s sworn bachelor, ﬁnally proposes to his 30-something girlfriend, the four head to Las Vegas with a plan to stop acting their age and relive their glory days. However, upon arriving, the four quickly realize that the decades have transformed Sin City and tested their friendship in ways they never imagined. The Rat Pack may have once played the Sands and Cirque du Soleil may now rule the Strip, but it’s these four who are taking over Vegas.

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Gordon captures his ﬁrst win of the season with Sprint Cup victory at Martinsville Speedway By Rick Minter

Sprint Cup points standings and race results following the Goody’s Headache Relief Shot 500 at Martinsville Speedway on Oct. 27:

I’ve never felt more support from my fans than this year.” -Jeff Gordon, following his win on Oct. 27

Rusty Jarrett Jeff Gordon celebrates his ﬁrst win of the season in Victory Lane at Martinsville, Oct. 27.

who have been in the sport for years and have experienced both highs and lows, the fans seems to embrace him and celebrate his accomplishments now, whereas before, he was greeted mostly with boos. Sunday’s crowd at Martinsville seemed to be solidly behind the 42-year-old veteran, who was roundly booed two decades ago when he was outrunning the popular veterans of that era. “I’ve never felt more support from my fans than this year, and I think it has a lot to do with social media,” he said. “But that kind of response, where they’re sticking around after the race – and while I can’t hear and see everything going on when I’m passing for the lead or getting the checkered ﬂag – I had a lot of people telling me the reaction, and that’s so cool. I think that’s awesome. “Whether I’m at the track hearing it one-onone from the fans or reading about it on Twitter or Facebook, through all that we’ve been through this year, I’ve never had more support.”

1. Matt Kenseth (second) 2,294 pts. He went to what had been one of his worst tracks and one of Jimmie Johnson’s best, led the most laps and erased Johnson’s four-point lead. Now he and Johnson head to Texas Motor Speedway tied atop the standings. 2. Jimmie Johnson (fifth) 2,294 pts. 3. Jeff Gordon (first) 2,267 pts. It’ll take some bad luck on both Johnson’s and Kenseth’s part, but he’s still in the running for the championship with three races to go, which is an accomplishment in itself given the fact that he was a lastminute addition to the Chase field and started out 13th in the standings. 4. Kevin Harvick (sixth) 2,266 pts. 5. Kyle Busch (15th) 2,258 pts. 6. Clint Bowyer (third) 2,239 pts. 7. Dale Earhnardt Jr. (eighth) 2,238 pts. 8. Greg Biffle (ninth) 2,236 pts. His profanity-laced confrontation with Jimmie Johnson after the race left no doubt about his level of displeasure over an on-track incident. 9. Kurt Busch (18th) 2,219 pts. 10. Carl Edwards (12th) 2,218 pts. 11. Joey Logano (14th) 2,209 pts. 12. Ryan Newman (38th) 2,188 pts. 13. Kasey Kahne (27th) 2,170 pts.

Courtesy of Bellator Bellator lightweight champion Michael Chandler is scheduled to face the man he won the title from, Eddie Alvarez, at Bellator 106, Nov. 2.

■ mma schedule BELLATOR 106 Nov. 2, 9 p.m., Spike TV Featured bouts: Michael Chandler vs. Eddie Alvarez Pat Curran vs. Daniel Straus Muhammed Lawal vs. Emanuel Newton Mike Richman vs. Akop Stepanyan UFC FIGHT NIGHT 31 Nov. 6, 5 and 7 p.m., FOX Sports 1 Featured bouts: Tim Kennedy vs. Rafael Natal Liz Carmouche vs. Alexis Davis Ronny Markes vs. Yoel Romero Rustam Khabilov vs. Jorge Masvidal Michael Chiesa vs. Colton Smith UFC FIGHT NIGHT 32 Nov. 9, 8 p.m., FOX Sports 1 Featured bouts: Vitor Belfort vs. Dan Henderson Cezar Ferreira vs. Daniel Saraﬁan Rafael Cavalcante vs. Igor Pokrajac Brandon Thatch vs. Paulo Thiago Ryan LaFlare vs. Santiago Ponzinibbio Rony Jason vs. Jeremy Stephens

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The history-making at Martinsville Speedway, which started with Darrell Wallace Jr.’s win in Saturday’s Truck race, continued Sunday when Jeff Gordon, one of NASCAR’s all-time great drivers, broke a season-long winless streak and ran his career total to 88 Sprint Cup victories. Only Richard Petty, with 200 wins, and David Pearson, with 105, are ahead of him in all-time Cup victories. Gordon’s win also put him in a tie with his teammate Jimmie Johnson for most Martinsville wins among active drivers. They now have eight apiece, but trail Richard Petty, with 15 wins, and Darrell Waltrip, with 11, on the all-time Martinsville winners’ list. Although Gordon spent most of his winner’s interview talking about the rest of the schedule and his hopes of overtaking Matt Kenseth and Jimmie Johnson, who lead him by 27 points with three races remaining, he did acknowledge the signiﬁcance of his latest win, one in which he outdueled Kenseth in the closing stages to get the victory. “This is a special one for many reasons,” he said. “It’s Martinsville. That grandfather clock (that goes to the winner) is very special. Very historical race track. It’s one that’s been very good to me. Also memories, not-so-good memories, so there’s a lot of meaning to winning at this track.” He also said the win was special because it’s been so long since he’s celebrated one, as his last win before Martinsville was at Homestead-Miami Speedway last November. “I think it’s just really why it’s going to stick with me is because it’s been a tough year,” he said. For Gordon, like other successful drivers

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