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clinic.Thomas gave a brief history of the Nobel Peace Prize winner’s life, achievements, and legacy. “Dr. King’s leadership was fundamental to reversing the legal segregation, separation and unequal treatment of Americans throughout the South,” said Thomas.“His was the template upon which the world sees the civil rights laws.” Thomas further stated how King’s legacy“continues to live on.” He quoted that Martin Luther King Day was first observed in 1986 but it was not accepted in all of the states until 2000.This year marks the nation’s 26th year celebrating King’s life. In an emotional rendition, an excerpt from
WASHINGTON (NNS) — As announced by NAVADMIN 025/12, released Jan. 20, the Navy will offer voluntary early retirement to certain Sailors separating due to the Enlisted Retention Board (ERB). The National Defense Authorization Act, signed into law Dec. 31, 2011, reinstated the authority for the Department of Defense to implement Temporary Early Retirement Authority (TERA) for Sailors who have completed at least 15 years of service.TERA is a temporary, voluntary program that offers voluntary early retirement at a reduced monthly retirement pay to eligible members with 15 to 20 years of active service. “Our Sailors have served honorably and our Navy is committed to doing all we can to help them and their families successfully transition to the civilian sector,” said Master Chief Petty Officer of the Navy (MCPON) (SS/SW) Rick D.West. “We have aggressively pursued the option to offer early retirement benefits to eligible Sailors sinceTemporary Early Retirement Authority was granted.This is the right thing to do, and it ensures we provide the strongest possible transition benefits to those who qualify for retirement under TERA.” Sailors who will have completed at least 15 years of active service as of Sept. 1, 2012, and who were considered, but not selected for retention by the ERB, will be eligible for early retirement benefits under TERA. Eligible Sailors who desire early retirement
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PAGE 7 Mistress of ceremony HM1 Mary Wilkins welcomes the audience who attended the Martin Luther King celebration held at NAS Oceana Branch Health Clinic on Jan. 20. The “Breaking All Barriers” themed MLK celebration was the first event hosted by the newly formed Heritage Committee at the Oceana Clinic.
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STORY/PHOTO BY MC3 INDRA BOSKO NAS Oceana Public Affairs Promoting the theme of“Breaking All Barriers,” NAS Oceana Branch Health Clinic commemorated Martin Luther King Day on Jan. 20, one of several events at Oceana celebrating King’s life and Black History Month. “We set aside a special time to honor Martin Luther King, Jr., his sacrifices, his achievements and his pursuit to preserve freedom for all no matter race, religion, color or creed,” said Chaplain Andrew Brod during the invocation.“Allow us to break the silence and to carry on his legacy.” During the opening remarks, a brief history of Martin Luther King Jr. was presented by Cmdr. David Thomas, the senior nurse at the Oceana
2 JET OBSERVER • January 26, 2012
Guide to Moving
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The COnnection Line has made a change! For questions, suggestions, compliments or concerns about services provided on board NAS Oceana, now e-mail OceanaPAO@navy.mil. However, the best and fastest way to resolve a problem is through your chain of command or with the organization directly involved. Please be brief and to the point when using the COnnection Line. Capt. Jim Webb will reply through this column, since topics may be of interest to other readers.
Celebrate your marriage in Oceana and Dam Neck chapels’ annual “Valentines Day Marriage Renewal and Dinner” on Feb. 17, starting at 6 p.m.The romantic ceremony will be led by base chaplains and held at the Dam Neck Chapel, with dinner to follow at Shifting Sands. This chapel-sponsored event is free to attendees and childcare will be provided. Registration is required and the opportunity is limited to 50 couples. For more details call 492-6602.
Welcome Coffee and Membership Drive The Oceana Ladies Golf Association cordially invites all female active duty, retired, family members, 18 or above and DOD personnel to our“Welcome Coffee and Membership Drive” at Aeropines Golf Course Club House at NAS Oceana on Thursday, February 16 at 9:30 am. For more information call Colleen Morgan at 363-8019.
Moving can be stressful and navigating the new move. mil website can be confusing. If your command has personnel who are transferring and you have space with computers with internet access, a relocation specialist from Fleet & Family Support Center at NAS Oceana can come to your command and help guide personnel through the process, provide hints for navigating the new system and prepare for their move. Call FFSC Oceana at 433-2912 or FFSC Dam Neck at 492-6342.
Transportation Survey The Hampton Roads Transportation Planning Organization (HRTPO) has joined with U.S. armed forces, local governments, the Port of Virginia, HRT and VDOT to conduct a military transportation needs assessment to determine challenges facing local military personnel during their daily commutes in Hampton Roads. Any military-related personnel (active duty,civilians,contractors, reservists and others) who travel to/from military facilities on a regular basis in Hampton Roads should take this brief survey. The survey is at http://www.hrtpo.org/ militarycommutersurvey.asp.
Command Leadership Forum Oceana Thrift Shop offers monthly specials The NAS Oceana Thrift Shop, located on Hornet Drive,next to bachelor housing in building 419,offers great deals and monthly specials on military uniforms, clothing for adults and children, household goods and much more. Active duty can take advantage of the special on uniforms; all pants, shirts and skirts are buy one, get one free. While the prices are already a good deal, during the last week of every month, shoppers can save even more, with the exception of uniform items. For just $7, shoppers can fill a brown, commissary-size paper bag or $30 for a shopping cart with anything and everything in the store that will fit. The store also accepts donations.A drop box is located in front of the building for after-hours donations or items can be brought inside during store hours. Proceeds from items sold benefit military families and the local community. Current hours are Monday,Thursday and Saturday, 10 a.m.to 2 p.m.;Wednesday,7 - 9 p.m.The store’s phone number is 433-2193.
JET Observer Naval Air Station Oceana, Virginia Beach, VA 23460 Dam Neck Annex, Virginia Beach and Chambers Field, Norfolk Commanding Officer - Capt. James D. Webb Executive Officer - Capt. Robert N. Geis Public Affairs Officer - Kelley Stirling Editor - Cathy Heimer Assistant Editor - MC2 Terah L. Mollise Jet@militarynews.com www.oceanajetobserver.com https://cnic.navy.mil/oceana PHONE (757)433-3360
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NAS Oceana will host the Military Saves 2012 Command Leadership Forum Feb. 23. The event is scheduled 9-11 a.m. at the CNATTU Auditorium, Building 223,Tomcat Boulevard. The keynote speaker will be Congressman Scott Rigell, who has been a successful businessman in Hampton Roads for many years. A panel discussion will follow the congressman. Scheduled panelists are Fred Davis, Personal Financial Management, CNIC headquarters; Crystal Forehand, NAS Oceana security manager; CMDCM Bruce Pickinpaugh, Strike Fighter Wing Atlantic command master chief and retired CMDCM Williamson. Each panelist will present an 8 10 minute talk, followed by a question and answer session. The focus of the forum is to raise the level of awareness and increase the proactive involvement of key leadership in changing the direction of the personal finances of many military members and their families.
Chapel Schedule of Services Chapel of the Good Shepherd, Oceana Protestant Catholic Sunday Sunday School - 9 a.m. Worship (main chapel) 10:40 a.m.
Mass – Mon-Wed, Fri - 11:30 a.m. Confession – 4 p.m. Sun. Mass - 9 a.m., 12:15 p.m.
Chapel by the Sea, Dam Neck - 492-6602 Protestant Worship Sunday 9 a.m.
Confession Saturday 4 p.m. Catholic Worship 5 p.m.
Naval Station Norfolk Jewish Services - Fri - 7:30 p.m., Naval Station Norfolk - 444-7361 Islamic Services - Fri - 1:30 p.m., Masjid al Da’waj 2nd Floor (Bldg. C-7) Contact Chaplains: NAS Oceana at 433-2871 FRC Oceana at 4339286, CVW-1 at 433-3676 CVW-7 at 433-2247, CVW-8 at 433-2420, CVW-3 at 433-2098, CVW-17 at 433-2481/2313
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Turning to God BY LT. CMDR. BOB CHRISTIAN Strike Fighter Wing Chaplain Little Johnny was walking along the railroad tracks one day when suddenly he got his foot caught under one of the railroad ties. He tried to get it out but it was really stuck.As he struggled to free his foot, he heard a noise and turned around.To his horror he saw a train coming and started to pray,‘God, please get my foot out of these tracks and I’ll stop being bad.’ Nothing happened, his foot was still stuck and the train was getting closer. He prayed again,‘God, please get my foot out and I’ll stop swearing and being bad.’ Again, nothing happened and he could not get his foot free. The train was just seconds away and Little Johnny struggled frantically as the train’s horn blared. He cried out in desperation,‘God, please, if you get my foot out of the tracks, I’ll quit being bad, I’ll stop swearing and I’ll stop skipping school.’ Just as the train was about to hit Johnny, his foot broke free and he fell backwards, the train narrowly missing him. He got up, dusted himself off,looked toward Heaven and said‘Thanks anyway God, I got it myself.’ Many of us have done the same thing as Little Johnny when we get ourselves in a fix. We pray to God for help and then when things work out like we hoped we assume that it would have worked out anyway and move on from God. Until, of course, the next traumatic thing happens in our life. One of the privileges that I have as a chaplain is listening to the struggles and burdens that people experience. I say it is a privilege because I feel honored that people will let me in on the difficulties they are facing. As chaplains we provide a safe place for someone to talk and be heard.As I listen, I am aware that the number one thing a person in crisis needs to do is allow God to come alongside and be our source of comfort and encouragement. The Scriptures remind us that God is an ever-present help in our times of need. Even though some feel as if God is to blame for what he did or did not do, turning from him only serves to aggravate the problem. God has been in the emotional-healing business an awfully long time,the sooner we turn to him,the sooner we get the complete help that we need.
SECNAV recognizes World War II vet STORY/PHOTO BY MCC(AW) SAM SHAVERS Secretary of the Navy Public Affairs MOUNTAIN VIEW, Calif. (NNS) — Secretary of the Navy (SECNAV) Ray Mabus, presented the Navy and Marine Corps Commendation Medal with Combat Distinguishing Device to a former Sailor during a ceremony on Moffett Field in Mountain View, Calif., Jan. 17. Mabus presented the long-awaited medal to Carl E. Clark, a 95-year-old African-American for his actions during World War II. “Mr. Clark’s service was honorable, but his DD-214 was missing one entry,” Mabus said. “Today, we will add that final official entry that has been missing from his record for almost exactly two-thirds of a century.That entry will record that Carl E. Clark has been awarded the Navy and Marine Corps Commendation Medal with the Combat V”. Clark, then a ship’s steward first class, was working in the officer’s mess aboard the destroyer minelayer USS Aaron Ward (DM 34) when Japanese kamikazes attacked his ship May 3, 1945. The Ward’s gunners shot down some of the kamikazes, but six planes and three of their bombs hit the ship on the port side of the main deck, igniting an instant firestorm upon impact. According to Clark’s Navy and Marine Corps Commendation Medal citation, he was slammed against the overhead from the impact of the first kamikaze attack. He then headed out of the passageway and watched the second plane as it slammed into the port side. Unaware that the men on his damage control team were killed, he manned a fire hose fighting raging fires while kamikaze planes continued to crash into the deck and infrastructure. “Imagine being in a battle like that. Imagine being a member of that crew, engulfed in fire and water, while relying on training and experience to conquer your fear
Navy Announces Disestablishment of SEAL LDO Designator From Navy Personnel Command Public Affairs MILLINGTON,Tenn. (NNS) — Navy has announced the phase-out of the SEAL Limited Duty Officer (LDO) designator, officials said Jan. 17. According to NAVADMIN 017/12 the disestablishment will create efficiencies while increasing war fighting capability through integration of existing officers into the naval special warfare enterprise. Under a phasing plan announced in the message, dises-
with determination,” said Mabus “Carl Clark not only can imagine it, he lived it.” Mabus also said Clark now officially joins other pioneers like the Golden 13, the Tuskegee Airmen and the Montford Point Marines; African-Americans who proudly represented the Navy and their nation, even during a time when their nation did not always live up to the ideals they served to protect. “Carl Clark will tell you that he doesn’t consider himself a hero. He says,‘I only did the best I could in a very ugly and demanding situation,’” said Mabus. “Well, Carl, we here consider you a hero. America considers you a hero and I am proud to offer this symbol of thanks from a grateful Navy and nation,” said Mabus, just prior to presenting Clark with his medal.
The Secretary of the Navy (SECNAV), the honorable Ray Mabus, greets retired Chief Petty Officer Carl E. Clark, just before presenting him with the Navy and Marine Corps Commendation medal with Combat Distinguishing Device. Mabus presented the medal to the 95-year-old Clark for his actions during World War II. tablishment will occur in two phases. During the first phase, current SEAL LDOs may convert to the SEAL unrestricted line officer designator based on defined criteria. Some SEAL LDOs may continue to serve in the LDO capacity until retirement if that date fits within billet conversion timelines. Implementation will be managed by the SEAL officer community manager. In the second phase, beginning in fiscal year 2013, Navy will begin converting SEAL LDO billets to SEAL chief warrant officer billets or SEAL unrestricted line officer billets. Billet conversion will occur through fiscal year 2017. SEAL LDOs may contact the SEAL officer community manager and SEAL officer detailer for individual career counseling to ensure the best possible individual decision for career success while integrating their skill sets into the naval special warfare community. For more information,read the message at the NPC website at www.npc.navy.mil or call the NPC Customer Service Center at 1-866-U-ASK-NPC (1-866-827-5672).
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Six more years
Photo by MC3 Andrea Smithluedke
OSC(SW/AW) Tonye Golston reviews job assignments in Career Management System/ Interactive Detailing. Golston is a detailer at Navy Personnel Command, which generates permanent change of station orders for more than 328,000 active-duty Sailors.
Photo by MC3 Antonio Turretto Ramos
NAS Oceana Commanding OfďŹ cer Capt. Jim Webb presents FC2(SW) Amber Smith with her honorable discharge certiďŹ cate before reenlisting for six more years, Jan. 18 at the Aeropines Golf Course. Smith has served a total of 8 years on active duty between the Navy and the Army, nearly three years in the Army national gaurd and eight months in the Navy Reserves. She also was just selected to enter into the Medical Enlisted Commissioning Program, a program for enlisted Sailors to earn an entry level degree in nursing. She is currently temporarily assigned to Branch Health Clinic Oceana.
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CMS/ID CAC login makes life easier for Sailors From Navy Personnel Command/Sea Warrior Program Public Affairs MILLINGTON, Tenn. (NNS) — An upgrade to Career Management System/Interactive Detailing (CMS/ID), the web-based program enlisted Sailors use to negotiate permanent change of station orders (PCS) has improved new Sailor access by simplifying log-in procedures, ofďŹ cials said Jan. 18. “Sometimes the smallest changes make the biggest impacts,â€? said Donald Pellinen, CMS/ID project director.“That's what happened when the CMS/ID technical team enabled users to access the CMS/ID application using their command access card (CAC).â€? Before this seemingly simple enhancement, Sailors, detailers and other new users of CMS/ID had to login to the system using a password and their social security number. CMS/ID was yet another system that required Sailors to create and save login credentials, like a user name and password, which they had to remember for the rest of their naval career; an unrealistic expectation given the system is used on an “as neededâ€? basis, which sometimes could be only during the orders negotiation process every three to four years. “Sailors usually call the CMS/ID help desk an average of 500 calls per month with 50
percent of the calls for password reset,â€? said Pellinen.“Leadership asked us to see if there was anything we could do to reduce the help desk calls related to password resets.â€? Improving and streamlining information technology to generate business efďŹ ciency is a critical goal.Opportunities to maximize technology in order to make business tasks faster and easier frees up Sailors' time to focus on their mission at hand, according to Pellinen. “One month after implementing the CAC login we received only 17 help desk calls requiring assistance in accessing CMS/ID,â€? said Pellinen. CMS/ID has evolved over the years from a basic job advertising website to a core career management tool. Sailors can view aspects of their personnel information, search for job opportunities, update duty assignment desires and submit applications for their next duty assignment. “Much of the functionality found in CMS/ ID is a direct result of input and request from Sailors and career counselors,â€? said Pellinen. Sailors can learn more about using CMS/ ID and access the web site by clicking the “Career Management Systemâ€? link on the Navy Personnel Command web site at www.npc.navy.mil.
January 26, 2012 • JET OBSERVER 5
Center for Surface Combat Systems announces Civilian of the Quarter STORY BY KIMBERLY M. LANSDALE, Center for Surface Combat Systems
ing, readiness, and policy organizations, as well as other government agencies and industry to support international missions. DAHLGREN, Va. — The Center for SurStacey is not new to the CSCS commuface Combat Systems (CSCS) announced nity. In fact, he came on board in 2003 as its Civilian of the Quarter (COQ), 4th Quar- military and helped build CSCS’ foundation ter 2011 at their awards ceremony Jan. 20. as a new command. He has been a civilian Mr. James Stacey, the international pro- staff member for the past three years. grams combat systems operations analyst Dr. Darrell Tatro, the director of Internafor CSCS’s International Programs Director- tional Programs and Stacey’s immediate ate, was honored to be selected. supervisor, nominated Stacey for the COQ “I feel it is an honor to be recognized by award for several reasons, which included leadership for achievements in the recent his strong, leadership skills. quarter that proved to be challenging and “Mr. Stacey demonstrated outstanding rewarding in every aspect leading to this technical and management skills providing specific recognition,”Stacey said.“The most leadership to team members from numerrewarding part of this recognition is that ous fleet training organizations ensuring leadership and teamwork helped contrib- the successful participation of JS KURAMA ute to this (DDH 144), achieveJapanese Marment and it itime Self-Deis very comfense Force forting to (JMSDF) in a know there combat fleet is this much training exercohesivecise Koa Kai,” ness and Tatro said. support in “His efforts CSCS Interconsistently national Propositively imgrams. The pact internateamwork tional trainof our ining and bring ternational great credit Photo by Daryl Roy upon the US programs p e r s o n n e l , Capt. Bob Kerno, commanding officer, Center for Surface Navy, CSCS my cowork- Combat Systems, presents Mr. James Stacey, international and himself.” ers, in the programs combat systems operations analyst for CSCS’s Stacey bepast quarter International Programs Directorate, the Civilian of Quarter lieves that helped me award at an awards ceremony. with each achieve this great accomrecognition plishment at and I truly owe it to the team.” CSCS, a team effort is behind its success. CSCS was officially established in 2004 “I believe having the ability to reach and its 14 learning sites (units and detach- across the CSCS domain empowers us all ments) train Sailors across the range of the to do great things,” Stacey explained. “This Navy’s warfare capabilities: maintenance, is a rewarding as it is challenging to keep operation and employment skills. CSCS connected with the changing landscape of also provides international training coor- our manning, roles, missions and functions dinated through its International Programs in the US Navy today. It is not an individual directorate. effort but an enormous team effort and we The mission of CSCS International Pro- all should be honored to be a part of this grams is to provide allied forces quality great organization. I would personally like training to enable them to develop ready to thank the leadership who first nominatteams capable of operations that maintain ed me and the folks who made the deciand expertly employ surface combatants. sion to select me as Civilian of the Quarter. The program staff partner with U.S. train- Thank you CSCS Team!”
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FRCMA IPT lead earns Naval Aviation Enterprise Site Visit Excellence award From Naval Aviation Enterprise Public Affairs
of dedicated maintenance time — was impacted by other factors. “While it made a marked improvement in that work center, we found that it had limitations,” said Whittington. “So we revised the work schedule from three to two shifts. As other work centers applied it, we also found that we couldn’t just do it at that level because of the different meetings and training the maintainers had to attend.It had to be applied at the division and command level as well
the Armament Division. Each station in the division is currently configured to Being recognized for Fleet Readiness Center Mid-Atlanrun a specific type of equipment. The work center also tic (FRCMA) Site Oceana’s continuous process improvelacks a consistent work flow and space is primarily being ment (CPI) successes was an honor for Keith Whittington, used to warehouse components. but one he felt must be shared with others. More than 480 man-hours are spent each month on “My job is to provide mentorship, independent review preservation and de-preservation of armament equipment. and approve phases,” said the FRCMA integrated product Work is underway to achieve a prescribed level of proteam (IPT) lead. duction, including improving manpower use, decentraliz“The petty officers and the Marines do all of the ing production efforts by establishing universal work work. I just discuss their ideas with them. After FRcells, cross-training maintainers, creating buffers and CMA leadership is briefed on the project, the mainrealigning/rearranging schedules. tainers in the work centers take ownership of it and Plans also include installing lights at each of the tailor it to their areas. I’m just the guy who reports work spaces so that the work center can be covered and make sure it’s sustained.” by only one collateral duty inspector.A green belt is Whittington was recognized with the Naval Aviaworking on the configuration for the tool boxes and tion Enterprise Site Visit Excellence Award during the on a new kitting design. Plans also call for the build“Boots-on-the-Ground” site visit Nov. 9 for his collabing to eventually be climate-controlled. orative work that resulted in improved throughput After 26 years in the Navy,Whittington said his secand quality of work life in his command. ond career has changed how he looks at his everyday One of the notable improvements was the reducsurroundings.“I’ve gone from a do-whatever-it-takestion of the Consolidated Automated Support System to-get-it-done approach to understanding the benefits (CASS) Shop’s work in progress (WIP) by more than of CPI and even training the trainers. 45 percent. Before the AIRSpeed Team applied CPI to “It makes you look at things in different ways. I’ve the CASS Shop,it did not have a standardized process seen things I never saw before. I’ll walk into a [busito assign priority to its work. ness] and say ‘Man, this place is a mess,’ or ‘This is Maintainers were constantly working on expediinteresting how they did this’,” he said. tious repairs.Time, they said, was what they needed Whittington advises CPI practitioners to apply CPI most to facilitate the repair of components. Photo provided with purpose.“Don’t do events just to get qualified,” “We believe that the most important thing a Sailor Adm. Branch presents Keith Whittington, FRCMA intergrated product he said. “Put measurements in place to validate the has to do is production. But we also know they have team lead, with the Naval Aviation Enterprise Site Visit Excellence award process. Understand what success means. And comto do other things beside production. We sought to for his collaborative work which resulted in improved throughput and municate, communicate, communicate.” understand that through the Human Capital Project.” quality of work life within the command. CPI practitioners, he said, should also understand Said Whittington. what they are trying to accomplish when making a “When we looked at everything else they had to do — for it to be really effective.” decision.“Once you possess the knowledge, the decision [physical readiness testing], doctor’s appointments, collatOnce the team proved that the revised scheduling could should first focus on bettering the lives of those people eral duty training, plus any personal activities, we found work, they briefed other Mid-Atlantic sites. “All the sites who work there. Get their input.They have to believe it out just how much it was impacting the time they had tailored it to improve their performance. Not only did the in order for it to work.That’s how it is sustained,” he said. available to work,” he said. WIP at Mid-Atlantic go down, but it has decreased at other After all, said Whittington, CPI is all about the Sailor and Only 38 percent of their available work hours were sites as well,” he said. Marine.“Job satisfaction, enthusiasm for the job is imporspent on maintenance. Another game-changer that may impact readiness be- tant.The work is on their backs — they are the workforce,” The success of the initial solution — dedicating three yond Oceana that Whittington is involved in is the im- he said. “If you can find a way to make their life better, hours for administrative tasks in exchange for five hours provement project to reduce time to reliably replenish in everyone’s life is better.”
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Volunteers are needed in support of the 2nd Annual Run for the Dream race weekend, May 18 - May 20th in historic Colonial Williamsburg. Saturday races include the Fit to Run, Fit to Dream 8K Run/Walk, 2012 USA Masters 8 km National Championships and a Kids Fun Run. The Run for the Dream Half Marathon is Sunday morning.
No experience is necessary. All volunteers will receive a souvenir t-shirt and commemorative challenge coin, and may partake in a fun-filled post-race celebration at the College of William & Mary’s Sunken Garden. Volunteer positions are available in the following categories: • Course Marshals
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Tuskegee Airman visit CNATTU STORY/PHOTOS BY AMAN LENEA JOHNSON Fleet Readiness Center Mid-Atlantic Site oceana Public Affairs Members of Tidewater Chapter Tuskegee Airmen, Inc., visited NAS Oceana, January 17, to show the documentary Double Victory.The documentary was created by Lucasfilm to be paired with the debut of Red Tails, which opened in theaters January 20 which is executive produced by George Lucas. Double Victory and Red Tails detail the story of the Tuskegee Airmen, the first African-American aviators in the United States who fought in World War II as part of the 99th, 100th, 301st and 302nd Fighter Squadrons, comprising the 332nd Fighter group, the 477th Bombardment Group and their Support Groups. The Tuskegee Airmen are comprised of pilots, navigators, bombardiers, maintenance, support staff, and instructors who fought fascism in Europe while fighting for civil rights in Amer-
ica. The documentary is narrated by Cuba Gooding Jr., who also stars in Red Tails, and features interviews with living Tuskegee Airmen interspersed with wartime footage. After the documentary was shown in the Center for Naval Aviation Technical Training Unit (CNATTU) Oceana auditorium, attendees had the rare opportunity to speak with several of the Documented Tuskegee Airmen of the Tidewater area. Also in attendance was Master Sgt. Curt Clarke, the Senior Enlisted Marine at CNATTU and the Tidewater Chapter President of the Montford Point Marines Association, a veteran organization established to perpetuate the legacy of the first African Americans in the United States Marine Corps from 1942 1949 at Montford Point Camp, New River, N.C. “I learned a lot of information. It really makes me admire the strength of those who overcame their situations back then,” said Aviation Support Equipment Technician 3rd Class Eric O’Neal who attended the viewing on Tuesday.
TOP: Members of the Tidewater Chapter Tuskegee Airmen, Inc., comprised of Documented Original Tuskegee Airmen and volunteer men, women and youth from across Hampton Roads, at NAS Oceana CNATTU auditorium for viewing of Double Victory, a documentary detailing the story of the Tuskegee Airmen, the first African-American aviators in the Unites States who fought in World War II. RIGHT: Master Sgt. Curt Clarke, the Senior Enlisted Marine at CNATTU and Tidewater Chapter President of the Montford Point Marines Association, a veteran organization established to perpetuate the legacy of the first African Americans in the United States Marine Corps from 1942-1949 at Montford Point Camp, New River, N.C., answers questions after the viewing of Double Victory.
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AZ2 (AW/SW) Rowena A. Manu
Aviation Maint tenance Administrationman (AZ) t 2 2nd Class (AW/ SW) Rowena A. S M Manu has been s selected as the S Sailor of the Year 2 2011 for FRCMA O Oceana Mainten nance Control D Division. Manu is a also a key player fied as an enlisted aviation warfare specialist. She was i the success of in awarded Sailor of the Quarter and received her second t the Command’s NAM while on board. Patterson completed a homeport M Morale, Welfare change to NAS Point Magu, Calif. and participated in two a and Recreation Rim of the Pacific (RIMPAC) exercises onboard the Vin- (MWR) department. She is responsible for the coordison. nation and execution of various fundraiser events to Patterson then reported to VAW-120 at NAS Norfolk benefit the command’s annual picnic and holiday party. in July 2001, where she served as maintenance control Manu was previously selected as Sailor of the Quarter, night check supervisor and logs and records supervisor. 3rd Quarter 2011. While assigned to VAW-120,she made numerous training Manu was born in Kumasi, Ghana and graduated detachments on various ships to include USS Enterprise from Yaa Asantewaa High School. She enlisted into the (CVN 65) and USS Harry S.Truman (CVN 75).While on United States Navy in 2004, attended basic training at board, she was named Sailor of the Quarter and received RTC Great Lakes, Ill. and ATD School in Pensacola, Fla. her third NAM. From 2004 through 2006,Airman Manu served as a Following her tour in VAW-120, Patterson reported to Strike Fighter Squadron (VFA) 122 plane captain, cenVAW-126 at NAS Norfolk in July 2004, where she completed her second deployment on the Truman and advanced to petty officer first class in June 2005. While Blue Jacket of the Year on board, she was temporarily assigned to the Security Department and qualified on the .50 Caliber Rifle and the M-302 grenade launcher. After a brief assignment at Aircraft Intermediate Maintenance Department (AIMD) Norfolk, in November of 2006, she reported to Aviation ElecUSS Dwight D. Eisenhower (CVN 69) in February 2007, ttricians’s Mate where she served as the maintenance administration ((AT) Airman Raleading petty officer and production control leading petcchel A.Vicha has ty officer.While onboard, she qualified as an enlisted surbeen selected as b face warfare specialist, and upon transfer she received Blue Jacket of B her fourth NAM. tthe Year 2011 In September 2009, Patterson attended Aviation Mainffor FRCMA Site tenance Data Base Administrator ‘C’ School at NAS PenOceana. Vicha O sacola, Fla. In December 2009, she reported to FRCMA was born in w Site Oceana. Downers Grove, D IIll. and joined tthe Navy in Febrruary 2010. Viccha received her Bachelor of Arts B in Interdisciplinary Studies in 2004 from the University
Shore Sailor of the Year AZ1 (AW/SW) Lekesiah D. Patterson Aviation Maintenance t Administartionman (AZ) s 1st Class (AW/ 1 SW) Lekesiah S D. D Patterson has been selected as b the Shore Duty t Senior Sailor of S the Year 2011 t for Fleet Readiness Center Mid-Atlantic (FRCMA) Site Oceana. She has worked as main production control leading petty officer and technical directive program manager. She has also served as the first class petty officer association president and has been chosen as the command’s sponsorship coordinator. Patterson is currently the leading petty officer of power plants logs and records where she was selected as the Sailor of the Quarter, 1st Quarter 2011. Patterson was born July 16, 1976 in Sikeston, Miss. to Maxine Davis and Franklin Robinson. She graduated from Sikeston Senior High in 1994 and enlisted in the Navy in December 1993,completing basic training at Recruit Training Command (RTC) Orlando, Fla. in October 1994. She attended AZ “A” School where she graduated fifth in her class. In July 1995, she reported to Helicopter Anti-Submarine Squadron Light (HSL) 43 at Naval Amphibious Base Coronado, Calif.While assigned to HSL-43 she served as maintenance control clerk, quality assurance central technical publications library (CTPL) librarian and was selected as Blue Jacket of the Quarter. She advanced to petty officer third class in December 1996. Upon transfer she was awarded her first Navy and Marine Corps Achievement Medal (NAM). In July 1997 Patterson reported to Carrier Airborne Early Warning Squadron (VAW) 117 at NAS Miramar in San Diego, Calif., and was advanced to petty officer second class in December 1997.While assigned to VAW-117 she served as maintenance control leading petty officer. In April 2000 she completed her first deployment on board USS Carl Vinson (CVN 70), where she quali-
Junior Sailor of the Year
ET3 Kendall James Aviation Electronics Techn nician (ET) 3rd Class Kendall tral technicaal publications library (CTPL) librarian and JJames has been selected as both ordination assistant. During her time on directive coo JJunior Sailor of the Year 2011 dvanced to petty officer third class. board, she ad aand Junior Sailor of the Quarter, 6 through 2009, Manu was assigned as the From 2006 44th Quarter 2011 for FRCMA CTPL librariaan for VFA-213.During her time aboard,she SSite Oceana. advanced to petty officer second class and was selectJames was born in Hartsfield, of the Quarter, 3rd Quarter 2006. ed as Sailor o SS.C. to Rena and Jerome James. ber of 2009, Manu reported to FRCMA Site In Decemb H He graduated high school in Oceana, wheere she was assigned as the Support EquipM May 2005 and went on to atment Adminiistration leading petty officer.As the Mainttend the University of South ntrol (900) Division logs and records leadtenance Con C Carolina, in Columbia, S.C. ficer, she trained and directed the efforts of ing petty offi w where he earned his Bachelor nd records clerks on the proper documenseven logs an o of Arts in African-American tation of maiintenance actions. Her efforts ensured the SStudies. James joined the Navy d logging of more than 2,000 scheduled, initiation and iin December 2009 and was asd, corrosion, preservation and depreservaunscheduled ssigned to FRCMA Site Oceana nance actions. Her efforts contributed sigtion mainten nificantly to Aviation Fleet Support Readiness for six after completing basic training and‘A’school.As a ConsolidatedAutomated Support System (CASS) Technician, James repairs F/A-18 avionics compoWings and 300 aircraft. Carrier Air W Manu also received her Bachelor’s degree in nents and performs CASS test station maintenance.In 2011’s third quarter, Business Te echnology during her time on board. James repaired 95 F/A-18 avionics components,accounting for 12 percent Her person nal decorations include two Navy and of the work center’s 793 completed maintenance actions.He played a pivMarine Corrps Achievement Medals (NAM), two otal role in the expeditious repair of 76 critical F/A-18 Heads-Up Displays Good Cond duct Medals, National Defense Service (HUD),resulting in a 70 percent decrease in component turn-around time. James also served as work center career counselor, administering CaMedal, Global War on Terrorism Expeditionary Medal, Glob bal War on Terrorism Service Medal and reer Development Boards for 18 Sailors, contributing to his work center’s 97 percent retention rate. Sea Service Deployment Ribbon. Additionally, he devoted off-duty hours to provide trail maintenance at Hoffler Creek Wildlife Preserve in Portsmouth, Virginia, restoring access to trails that were otherwise inaccessible to the public.
ATAN Rachel A. Vicha
of Northern Colorado in Greeley, Colo. and taught kindergarten at Benchmark Elementary School in Phoenix, Ariz. prior to joining the Navy. After basicc training and “A” school, Vicha joined the FRCMA Site Oceana team and has been a valuable asset to work center c 460 since her arrival. Utilizing Lean Six Sigma prrinciples, she directly contributed to the production efforts e fueland swift repair of nine Aerial Refueling Stores, six anks, x Control Panels, three F-18/A Drop Tanks, three Contro hree oller Units, four Modular Valves and three Guillotine Haarnesses. Vicha currrently serves as Tools and dispersed technical publicatio ponon library (DTPL) librarian and is responsible for two o zero hit audits in her program.Vicha, as a result of her preformance,was p et of selected as Blue Jacket the Quarter, 1st 1 Quarter 2011.
Sea Sailor of the Year
AD1 (AW) Theresa B. Munet Aviation Machinist’s Mate ((AD) 1st Class (AW) Theresa B B. Munet has been selected aas the Sea Duty Senior Sailor o of the Year 2011 for FRCMA SSite Oceana. She is currently sserving as Power Plants Prod duction Control leading pettty officer while also working ttowards her Bachelor’s deggree in Psychology at Saint LLeo University. She was also sselected as Sea Senior Sailor o of the Quarter, 2nd Quartter 2011 for FRCMA Site Oceana. O Munet was born July 30, 1978 in Statesville, N.C., to Allen and Carolyn Bouchard. She graduated from Alexander Central High School in 1996 and went on to attend Forsyth Technical Community College, receiving her Technical Degree in Diesel Vehicle Maintenance in 1997. She enlisted in the Navy in July of 1999 and completed basic training at RTC Great Lakes, Ill. in June 2000. She transferred to Aviation Machinist Mate “A” school in Pensacola, Fla. where she graduated in the top ten of her class in August 2000. She reported to Strike Fighter Squadron (VF) 31 at NAS Oceana and completed her first deployment aboard USS Abraham Lincoln (CVN 72), where she was promoted to petty officer third class in January of 2002. Munet was then assigned to the Line Division and served as plane captain and night shift supervisor. She was advanced to petty officer second class in November 2002 through the Command Advancement Program. While on board she qualified as an enlisted aviation warfare specialist and was assigned Power Plants night shift supervisor. Munet received her first NAM upon transfer from VF-31. In May of 2004, Munet reported to AIMD at NAS Oceana. She was assigned to work center 41W as a technician and also as work center 490/413 leading petty officer. While on board, she earned her Associates degree in Liberal Arts in March of 2006 from Saint Leo University. She was selected as Junior Sailor of the Quarter and Junior Sailor of the Year for 2006 and received her second NAM upon transfer. In June of 2007, Munet reported to VFA-37 at NAS Oceana. She advanced to petty officer first class while deployed aboard USS Harry S.Truman (CVN 75). In October 2008, Munet reported to FRCMA Site Oceana where she served as Power Plants (400) Division administration leading petty officer. She received her third NAM upon transfer.In April 2010,she reported to FRCMA Oceana SEAOPDET and was assigned as the leading petty officer of work center 41U. She was selected for Sea Senior Sailor of the Quarter, 4th Quarter 2010. Munet completed a deployment on board the Truman as IM-2 Power Plants leading petty officer.
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A disestablishment and realignment ceremony was held on board Naval Station Norfolk, Jan. 20. The command formerly known as NAS Oceana Air Detachment Norfolk was disestablished and realigned becoming Naval Station Norfolk Chambers Field. Capt. Mary M. Jackson, commanding officer, Naval Station Norfolk, relieved Capt. Jim Webb, NAS Oceana’s commanding officer, during the ceremony. “My expectations and our commitments will not change,” said Jackson.“Good principles and values are important to ground us in what we do everyday.” Due to budgetary constraints and the availability of commercial transport,it was determined that the UC-12 Huron who had served the Navy since 1979 providing passenger support, light cargo and medical evacuation services, was no longer needed. On Sept. 19, 2011, the final UC-12 Huron belonging to NAS Oceana Air Detachment Norfolk was transferred to Marine Corps Air Station Beaufort, marking the end of an era in naval aviation. Rear Adm.Townsend G.Alexander, commander, Navy Region Mid-Atlantic, expressed his gratitude to the disestablished command during the ceremony. “Men and women, both Navy and civilians from Air Det
Oceana, soon to be air operations department Chamber’s Field, thank you for what you do each and everyday,” said Alexander. “I do believe this arrangement is a good one, and it’s time to move forward in a new direction.”
Capt. James D. Webb, commanding officer, Naval Air Station Oceana, addresses the audience during a disestablishment and realignment ceremony on board Naval Station Norfolk. Air Operations and Chambers Field are being realigned from Oceana to Naval Station Norfolk.
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Celebration: Oceana clinic remembers MLK — Continued from Page 1 read by Hospital Corpsman (HM) 1st Class Cedric Odom. Hospital Corpsman (HM) 1st Class Fred Nti echoed King’s “I Have a Dreamâ€? speech on how children “will not be judged by the color of their skin but by the content of their characterâ€?and explained how he experienced tribalism and ethnocentrism as a child living in Ghana. “The inferior feeling of having another human being look at you and tell you â€Śâ€˜you are not good enough’ because you look different,â€? said Nti. After joining the Navy 14 years ago, Nti shared how “King’s dreamâ€? has inuenced his life and career in the Navy. Nti noted that even though there is a generational gap between King’s time and younger Sailors today, King’s dream is still part of everyone’s dream. “Dr. King had a dream, a dream that changed the human race for many years to come,â€? said Nti.“Today, I am a testimony of a dream that became a foundation of a place to live as people regardless of each person’s color and background.â€? Nti, who was recently accepted to the Medical Service
Corps, credits his success in life and the Navy to Dr. King. “Beginning my career as a deck seaman, King’s dream paved the way for me to be able to go through the ranks and to be selected as a naval ofďŹ cer,â€? said Nti. “My selection was based on the ability to contribute to the mission, not on my skin color. I was not looked upon as just another African-American male who is good enough to cook and clean after a bunch of hungry Sailors,â€? said Nti. “We can continue to facilitate freedom in our own way.â€? The presentation, which included a luncheon, ended with closing remarks by Oceana Branch Health Clinic OfďŹ cer in Charge Cmdr. Martin Kerr, who also shared his experience. Kerr, who is of Irish descent, asked: “What does a White man know about racism?â€? Kerr expressed that even though he can never be in the shoes of African-Americans who have suffered racism and segregation, he can, however, share his experiences as a child facing religious segregation between Catholics and Protestants in Belfast, Northern Ireland. Kerr, who was raised as a Catholic, said that segregation in Belfast is “not about black and whiteâ€? but about the difference of names, religious ags or the color of sidewalks that separated Catholic and Protestant neighborhoods. “I know a little of what it is like to be judged not by the color of my skin, but what my faith is,â€? said Kerr.“But I know a lot about what it means to be judged, to have preferential treatment or not have preferential treatment.â€? Kerr revealed the keys to equality: education,communication and eradication. “Nobody can take away your education and how you get ahead,â€? Kerr said. “Don’t be afraid to talk about race; and the third thing is eradicate any type of hateful comments ‌.in all of our communities.â€? Nti also expressed to Sailors to not only honor Rev. King but to also honor those who have assisted their successful Navy careers along the way. “It then becomes your duty as a good citizen of our beloved country to do the same,â€? said Nti.“Each of us must search within ourselves for the good we can do for people. As Dr. King once said,‘the time is always right to do what is right; the time to do right is now’.â€? Cmdr. David Thomas, the senior nurse at the NAS Oceana Branch Health Clinic, gave the opening remarks for the Clinic’s observance of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Day, giving a brief history of the Nobel Peace Prize winner’s life, achievements and legacy. Photo by MC3 Indra Bosko
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COMMUNITY CALENDAR » » »» » »»»»»»» AQUILA THEATRE COMPANY PERFORMS MACBETH January 27, 8 p.m. The American Theatre in Hampton is offering a free pre-performance lecture at 7 p.m. before the play at 8 p.m. Often superstitiously referred to as The Scottish Play by those who fear to utter the name Macbeth within the confines of a theatre, the play has enjoyed considerable success as well as notoriety as a cursed play. Tickets are on sale now by calling 7222787. Tickets may also be ordered on line at: www.hamptonarts.net. Prices are $27.50
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9TH ANNUAL EGG DROP CONTEST Feb. 25, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. The Virginia Air & Space Center’s 9th Annual Egg Drop Contest features students from Hampton Roads’ schools competing in a test of engineering prowess. Students are challenged to design the lightest possible container to hold a fresh egg that when dropped from the 2nd floor of the Virginia Air & Space Center will prevent the egg from cracking or breaking. Prizes will be awarded for 1st, 2nd & 3rd place winners. Students in Hampton Roads– categories range from 1st grade to college/adult. Registration begins at 9:00 a.m. Participants are free. Guests are $3. For more information contact Swee Hart at 727-0900, ext 759 or by email atshart@ vasc.org. The Virginia Air & Space Center is located at 600 Settlers Landing Road in Downtown Hampton.
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FLEET & FAMILY SUPPORT CENTER WORKSHOPS
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network and share resources, discuss the American way of life, develop friendships, receive monthly newsletters and learn about the many resources available to make your new life experience positive.
CAREER PLANNING Jan. 31, 9 a.m. to noon This workshop you will be guided through career choices based on life goals, personal skills, abilities, preferences and work values.
EFFECTIVE RESUME WRITING Feb. 1, 9 a.m. to noon
EFFECTIVE RESUME WRITING Jan. 26, 9 a.m. to noon Learn how to market your skills, knowledge, accomplishments and experience with an impressive resume.This workshop includes tips on translating military terminology
FOREIGN-BORN SPOUSES SUPPORT GROUP Jan. 27, 10 a.m. to noon Join other foreign-born military spouses,
These days, only a top-notch resume will get you an interview. Learn how to market your skills, knowledge, accomplishments and experience with an impressive resume. This workshop includes tips on translating military terminology.
how to review service medical records and identify medical conditions that may lead to a compensable disability rating with the VA; request vocational rehabilitation benefits and training; and complete their VA application for submission. Service members must be within 75 days to six months of separation to attend. Participants should bring their medical records, copies of their medical records and copies of (if applicable): marriage certificate, children’s birth certificates, dependent’s social security numbers and divorce decree or death certificate.
SAPR COMMAND POINT OF CONTACT (POC) Feb. 2, 8 a.m. to noon Sexual Assault Prevention and Response (SAPR) POC Training maintains and provides current information and referrals to base and community programs for victims.
VETERAN’S AFFAIRS DISABILITY IA HOMECOMING BRIEF BENEFITS REVIEW Feb. 2, 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. Feb. 2, 7:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. This program explains potential physical
and emotional effects of hazardous duty on Sailors and their family members, and identifies resources that provide help for military families.
OPERATION PREPARE Feb. 2, 1 - 3 p.m. Learn how to prepare, respond, and recover with Fleet & Family Support Center’s “Operation Prepare” public awareness program.
SAPR COMMAND DATA COLLECTION COORDINATOR TRAINING Feb. 2, 1:30 - 3:30 p.m. The Sexual Assault Prevention and Response (SAPR) Data Collection Coordinator (DCC) training will certify individuals designated by their Commanding Officers to collect data through coordinated efforts with all agencies assisting a victim of sexual assault.
This workshop teaches participants
Fleet and Family Support Center Oceana is located in Building 531. It offers a variety of programs and workshops to assist active duty and their families. Registration is required for most programs. Call FFSC at 433-2912 for more information or registration, unless otherwise noted or register online at www.cnic.navy.mil/navylifema.
Kia Proudly Honors American Troops. $500 bonus available to members of the U.S. Military
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Casey Kia (757) 249-8000
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Williamsburg Kia (757) 229-1050
†Assembled in the United States from U.S. and globally sourced parts. 1Military bonus from Kia Motors America, Inc., available to active members of the United States Armed Forces or Reserves or the immediate family of the participant (spouse or child) on purchase of a new 2012 Sorento. Proper identification must be provided. Military bonus may not be used in conjunction with any financing through KMF/HMF, or AmeriCredit. Must take delivery from participating Kia retailer’s stock by 1/31/12. See retailer for incentive details or go to kia.com. 2Class-leading claim based on comparison to 2011 and available 2012 midsize crossovers with 4-cylinder (non-turbo) engines as of December 2011. 2012 EPA fuel economy estimates are 22 mpg/city and 32 mpg/ hwy for Sorento with available 2.4L GDI engine and FWD. Actual mileage will vary. 3Class-leading claim based on comparison to 2011 and available 2012 midsize crossovers with available 4-cylinder (non-turbo) engines as of December 2011. 4Closed-end lease for new 2012 Sorento, model 72222 LX 2.4L I4 6 A/T FWD, subject to credit tier approval, dealer participation and vehicle availability. $2,999 due at lease signing includes $239 1st monthly payment, $2,165 capitalized cost reduction, $595 acquisition fee, plus tax, license and registration. No security deposit required. $12,081 total lease payments. Actual payments may vary. $12,933 residual value lease-end purchase option. Lessee responsible for insurance, maintenance, repairs, $.20 per mile over 12,000 miles/year, excess wear, and $400 termination fee. MSRP for lease offer model is $23,950. MSRP for Sorento EX shown starts at $26,750. MSRPs include freight, and exclude taxes, title, license, additional options and retailer charges. Actual prices set by retailer. Must take delivery from retail stock by 2/29/12. See retailer for lease details or go to kia.com. Lease offered through Kia Motors Finance (KMF)/Hyundai Motor Finance (HMF in MA and DC). *Optional features. Not available on all trims.
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Can deliver. 877-2075 Articles For Sale 2009 Toy Hauler Raptor RV. MUST SELL...In excellent condition, sleeps 8 adults and 4 children. Stereo/DVD player, 2 Slide outs, Generator, tie down tracks, washer/dryer combo. 39K OBO 830-734-1783 2009 Toy Hauler Raptor RV. MUST SELL...In excellent condition, sleeps 8 adults and 4 children. Stereo/DVD player, 2 Slide outs, Generator, tie down tracks, washer/dryer combo. 39K OBO 830-734-1783 Bosch Gas European convection range. Never used, still in box. $995.00. 252-414-0928.
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is currently accepting applications for the upcoming basic police academy that is tentatively scheduled for July 16, 2012.
Leaving the Military? FOR SALE: Large boat and yacht cleaning and detailing company. Call Greg at 757-406-0718
WWII Relics. Retired Vet seeks WWII helmets, medals, daggers, etc. 757-869-1739
Furniture-Household Beautiful German Grandfather Clock, solid oak, $795. 757-927-2524, anytime German Shrunk, spacious, solid oak, $2900. 757-927-2524, anytime
Jewelry & Watches 2CT Engagement Ring - Gorgeous Princess cut round baguette 14k yellow gold, size 7. Store warranty incl. w/purchase, asking $1500. Call 757-270-7988
Individuals who are interested in applying can go online at www. joinraleighpd.org to find more information about the Raleigh Police Department's hiring process, as well as download the application which can be mailed directly to the Recruiting Office.
For Rent-Va. Beach Apts Hilltop, very nice 1BR fully furn. apt., $750/mo. assigned parking, avail Feb. 2 pickup flyer at 220 N Oceana Blvd. Call 406-5941 or 721-4072
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