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LEFT: Because of budget shortfalls due to sequestration, the Navy announced April 9 the cancellation of the 2013 NAS Oceana Air Show, which was to feature the Navy’s Flight Demonstration Team, the “Blue Angels.” Jet Observer file photo by Harry Gerwien
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PAGE 8 The Spring Fever 5K will be April 17. Same day registration begins at 10:30 a.m. at the Oceana Flightline Fitness Center, and the run begins at 11:30 a.m. Registration forms are available at MWR fitness centers. The 5K is free. For information, call 433-2049.
Navy cancels 2013 NAS Oceana Air Show with Blue Angels The Navy announced April 9 the cancellation of the annual NAS Oceana Air Show and appearance by the U.S. Navy’s Flight Demonstration Squadron, the “Blue Angels” as a result of budget shortfalls due to sequestration. Recognizing budget realities, current Defense policy states that outreach events can only be supported with local assets at no cost to the government. This is one of many steps the Navy is taking to ensure resources are in place to support forces operating forward now and those training to relieve them. The Navy believes there is value in demonstrating the professionalism and capabilities of naval aviation teams, thus inspiring future generations of Sailors and Marines. The Navy intends to continue aerial demonstrations in the future, as the budget situation permits.
“The Oceana Air Show highlights the tremendous partnership between the people in the Hampton Roads area and our Navy team. It is unfortunate we must cancel the 2013 celebration due to the continuing budget challenges. Over the years, the city and many community agencies have developed strong partnerships with the Navy and the Air Show affords us an opportunity to highlight military service during the three-day event. However, until we finish our evaluation of what the current budget will support, with priority on operational and fleet readiness, we have no choice but to cancel the Air Show,”said Capt. Bob Geis, commanding officer of NAS Oceana. “We appreciate the community’s understanding during these uncertain times. I am also profoundly thankful for what the city and our community partners do for our service men and women each and every day.”
NAS Oceana Commanding Officer Capt. Bob Geis (r) briefs three local television stations and answers questions April 9 on the Oceana flightline about the cancellation of 2013 NAS Oceana Air Show. With Geis are Oceana Executive Officer Capt. Kit Chope and Oceana Public Affairs Officer Kelley Stirling.
VFA-103 jet crashes, two aircrew safely eject From Commander, U.S.Naval Forces Central Command/Commander, U.S. 5th Fleet Public Affairs NAVAL SUPPORT ACTIVITY, Bahrain (NNS) — No one was injured when an F/A-18F Super Hornet crashed into the water while operating near USS Dwight D. Eisenhower (CVN 69) in the North Arabian Sea April 8. Search and Rescue (SAR) swimmers from an SH-60F of HS-5 “Night Dippers” recovered the two aircrew and safely delivered them back to the carrier. The two aircrew, from VFA-103 “Jolly Rogers” based at NAS Oceana,safely ejected from their jet when it incurred an engine failure at 12:20 p.m. local time. Eisenhower is homeported in Norfolk, and is on a scheduled deployment to the U.S. 5th Fleet area of responsibility conducting maritime security operations and theater security cooperation efforts. This incident is under investigation.
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BASE BRIEFS » » »» » »»»»»»» ANA hosting Royal Navy captain The Hampton Roads Squadron Association of Naval Aviation will hold their next luncheon April, 17, 11:30 a.m. at the Dam Neck Annex Shifting Sands Club in the Fireside Room.The guest speaker will be British Royal Navy Capt. Adrian Orchard, who will brief on the Royal Navy aircraft carrier building program. No reservations are required and active duty are encouraged to attend. For questions, suggestions, compliments or concerns about services provided on board NAS Oceana, email the COnnection Line 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. Bob Geis will reply through this column, since topics may be of interest to other readers.
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daily. Topics include operational risk management (ORM), barbecue/fire pits, water safety, lawn maintenance, fireworks, sports safety and a traffic safety exercise. Commands are asked to RSVP with a point of contact and approximate number of attendance to Deloris Rogers at 433-2692 or email deloris.rodgers@navy.mil.
Family housing forum NAS Oceana Navy Housing and Lincoln Military Housing will hold a town hall/forum meeting April 24, 6:30 –7:30 at the Wadsworth Shores Community Center, 1200 S. Birdneck Road,Virginia Beach, for family housing residents.The Resident Energy Conservation Program will be discussed. Yardi Energy Solutions will be present to answer questions about billing. For additional information, call 445-2721.
Changes at galley Because of the impact of the fiscal climate and sequestration, as of April 1,the NAS Oceana galley is no longer providing picnic and convenience meals (box lunches). Meals to go will be available to patrons who are physically present with a valid ID card, as well as drive through services. For more information, call 433-2381/2390.
The Warrior Ride Hampton Roads Tour will take place April 17 - 20. The riders will cycle through Naval Station Norfolk and JEB Little Creek-Fort Story April, 18,around rural Chesapeake, including Fentress Airfield Road, April 19 and through NAS Oceana April 20. The Warrior Ride is a non-profit organization that uses adaptive bicycling and other morale building events as a tool for recreation and rehabilitation for wounded military members.There is no cost to the wounded warriors to par. ticipate in The Warrior Ride events. All expenses are paid Chapel of the Good Shepherd, Oceana ‘Blue Blasters’ reunion through donations and grants. For more information, visit The “Blue Blasters” of Strike Fighter Squadron (VFA) Protestant Catholic www.thewarriorride.org 34 are planning events throughout 2013 to celebrate the Sunday Mass – Tues-Fri, squadron’s 70th anniversary.The first event is a golf outing Sunday School - 9 a.m. 11:30 a.m. Education Fair at the NAS Oceana Aeropines Golf Club April 27. All BlastWorship (main chapel) Sun. Mass - 9 a.m., 12:15 p.m. The NAS Oceana Education Services Center will host the ers and members of Oceana squadrons are invited to sign 2013 Hampton Roads Education Fair April 23, 10 a.m. to 2 10:40 a.m. up. More than 150 participants are expected. The event p.m. in building 531, room T101. Representatives from 31 Chapel by the Sea, Dam Neck - 492-6602 will include door prizes, as well as awards for first, second colleges are expected to participate, as well as Troops to and third place.There are also plans to donate a large por- Teachers and the Education Opportunity Center. Contemporary Protestant Confession Saturday 4 p.m. tion of the profits to a selected charity. The education fair will also be held at Naval Station NorWorship Sunday 9 a.m. Catholic Worship 5 p.m. The next event, will occur the weekend of June 21 - 23, folk,April 24, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Navy College, building 1E Adult and children’s Bible Study, following 9 a.m. worship and will include access to both the F/A-18C simulator and (Concord Hall); JEB Little Creek,April 25, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Coffee House - Wednesday, 6 p.m. the flight deck simulator at the Landing Signals Officer in Navy College building 3016 and Naval Medical Center School, followed by a golf outing at noon at the Aeropines Portsmouth, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. in building 2 on the quarNaval Station Norfolk Golf Club.After golf,the Oceana Officers Club will be open terdeck. to all hands. On June 22, the squadron is trying to arrange Jewish Services - Fri - 7:30 p.m., Naval Station Norfolk - 444-7361 NAS Oceana Safety Stand Down an aircraft carrier tour at Naval Station Norfolk. Later that Islamic Services - Fri - 1:30 p.m., Masjid al Da’waj 2nd Floor (Bldg. C-7) The 2013 NAS Oceana Safety Stand Down will be held at evening, the reunion will take a more formal tone during a the Oceana theater April 23 - 25, 9 a.m. daily and for those Contact Chaplains: NAS Oceana at 433-2871, CVW-1 at 433-3676 dinner at a location yet to be determined. CVW-7 at 433-2247, CVW-8 at 433-2420, CVW-3 at 433-2098, For more information, contact the reunion coordinator working nights at 2 p.m. on April 24. It will also be held at the Dam Neck theater,April 30 through May 2 at 9 a.m. FRC Oceana at 433-9286 Lt. Jon Bauman at jon.bauman@navy.mil.
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USS Arlington joins fleet in emotional ceremony FROM MC1 ERIC BROWN USS Arlington Public Affairs With an estimated crowd of more than 5,000 on hand at Naval Station Norfolk, USS Arlington (LPD 24) was commissioned and officially joined the U.S. Navy’s fleet April 6. The ship is named for the county of Arlington, Va. and honors the first responders and the 184 victims who died when American Airlines Flight 77 crashed into the Pentagon Sept. 11, 2001. “LPD 24 bears a name of great significance to our Navy and Marine Corps team,” wrote the ceremony’s keynote speaker, Commandant of the Marine Corps Gen. James Amos, in his congratulatory letter to the ship. “LPD 24 will forever represent the courage, devotion and teamwork that characterized our military and first responders on that modern day of infamy.” Arlington is the eighth in the Navy’s San Antonio class of ships, designed to be the most survivable amphibious
The crew of the newly-commissioned amphibious transport dock USS Arlington (LPD 24) “livens the ship” by running aboard and manning the rails during the ceremony April 6. Photo by MC3 Andrew B. Church
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The color guard for the newly-commissioned USS Arlington (LPD 24) parades colors during the ship’s commissioning ceremony at Naval Station Norfolk April 6. As the third Navy vessel to bear the name, Arlington commemorates the lives lost and the heroism demonstrated the aftermath of 9/11.
vessels ever put to sea. The ship combines 21st century amphibious shipbuilding and warfighting technologies to support current and future Marine Corps aircraft and landing craft, capable of transporting nearly 1,200 Sailors and Marines into harm’s way. “As a son of a history teacher, I always teach our Sailors about our heritage,” said Arlington Commanding Officer Cmdr. Darren Nelson.“We are here to make sure no one ever forgets those who lost their lives that day giving us our name. It is our duty to have the strength to fight terrorism,honor those that have gone before us and maintain the fortitude to continue the fight as long as necessary.” On display during the ceremony and follow-on tours, the ship’s flight deck boasted a Marine MV-22 Osprey, UH-1 Huey,AH-1 Cobra and CH-53 Sea Stallion.Arlington’s
bow, brow and lifelines were adorned with red, white and blue bunting, and on the pier, more than 100 Sailors and Marines stood at attention in full service dress blue uniforms. The highlight of the commissioning occurred when Arlington’s sponsor, Joyce Rumsfeld, ordered the Sailors and Marines to “Bring this ship to life!” “Aye, aye, Ma’am!” they roared back in unison, before running single file up the brow to man the rails from the flight deck to the forecastle and render a salute to the ceremony’s attendees, and to America. Arlington is at their service. “Not only does this vessel reflect the long-standing and — See Arlington, Page 10
VAW-121 ‘Bluetails’ receive pair of awards BY MCSN JERMAINE RALLIFORD USS Dwight D. Eisenhower Public Affairs The “Bluetails” of Carrier Airborne Early Warning Squadron (VAW) 121 are the recipients of the Rear Adm. Frank Akers Award and the commanding officer’s wife is the Association of Naval Aviation (ANA) Dorothy Flatley awardee — two spectacular achievements for one squadron. Both awards are evidence of the squadron’s excellence during fiscal year 2012. “This year the Bluetails had a nexus of opportunities,”
said Cmdr. Darrel Cardone, VAW-121’s commanding officer.“We had a much busier operational tempo and the squadron really stepped up and performed at each level.” The Rear Adm. Frank Akers Award is presented to the best carrier airborne early warning squadron in the fleet. The criteria necessary to earn this award includes operational hours, cost effectiveness and overall battle readiness. While deployed to the U.S. 5th Fleet area of responsibility in 2012, the operations of the Bluetails were critical to the mission of Carrier Strike Group (CSG) 8 in assisting
with the detection, tracking, and reporting of more than 600 surface and air contacts of interest. The Bluetails were also cost-effective, saving 34 percent for the year from what their projected operational budget was. “Acknowledgements and recognition are always nice, but they are never our motivator,” said Cardone.“What we look forward to every day is to put 121 percent effort into accomplishing our mission.” — See ‘Bluetails’, Page 6
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The “Yellow T” award recognizes the Learning Center andTraining Support Center that best exemplified business administrative support excellence to its staff and students. “Coordination, communication and verification are the reasons why we are successful,” said safety coordinator for CPPD headquarters Chief Aviation Boatswain’s Mate (Handling) James Priest.“The learning site safety reps do a great job on keeping me updated as to where they stand with Enterprise Safety Applications Management System (ESAMS) reports and inspections.” CPPD is authorized to display the burgees (an identification flag), through the 2013 calendar year to signify outstanding accomplishments and excellence in delivery of education and training. In a message to his staff, CPPD Commanding Officer Capt. John P. Newcomer wrote,“This is a direct reflection of your hard work and leadership over the course of the last year. This could not be accomplished without your attention to detail, true understanding of the needs, and nothing less than outstanding performance.” CPPD administers the Navy’s voluntary education program, which provides Sailors with the opportunity to earn college degrees. CPPD additionally manages the United Services Military Apprenticeship Program (USMAP), which offers Sailors the opportunity to earn civilian apprenticeship certifications.
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Sailors should update EFMP status during Month of the Military Child From Navy Personnel Command Public Affairs MILLINGTON,Tenn. (NNS) — April is the Month of the Military Child and it’s a good time for Sailors to review their Exceptional Family Member (EFM) status, the Navy’s Exceptional Family Member Program (EFMP) manager said April 9. The program is designed to ensure Sailors are stationed in locations where their family members can receive care and treatment for physical, mental, emotional or educational needs. “Every three years, 12 months prior to orders negotiation, or a permanent change of station, families enrolled in the Exceptional Family Member Program need to update their status,” said Lanita Lee, Navy EFMP manager. “This month, with its recognition of military children and its approach to transition season, makes it a perfect time to update status.” There are locations where Sailors’ family members can’t get the care they need,and in these cases,Sailors can elect an unaccompanied tour or try to negotiate for a different location. “We want to make sure when we move a family somewhere that we are able to meet the complete needs of the family,” explained Lee. “If for some reason we are unable to meet a family member’s needs it could require us to move the entire family a second time and move a new family to that location. It’s a great expense to the families, causes disruption to the command, gaps billets and is hard on the family member with the qualifying condition. Navy families with special needs are a top priority, and everything is taken into consideration to balance mission requirements with family needs.” The best course of action is to plan ahead as much as possible before a PCS move and work with NPC and medical care providers to determine proper geographic locations to support the individual EFM. Ensure EFM status is updated as required every three years, 12 months prior to negotiating orders, and after a PCS move. It’s important for Sailors with EFM to do their part so that the Navy can do its part in caring for EFM needs. Enrollment is mandatory once a qualified family member is diagnosed, and enrollment will not hurt the service member’s chances for advancement. New enrollment into EFMP is done through the Navy Family Accountability and Assessment System (NFAAS). The exceptional family module is at HTTPS://navyfamily.navy.mil.The NFAAS Navy Family Member’s user guide is available,after login,under the help tab.
SAAM training is personal at CPPD STORY/PHOTO BY SUSAN HENSON Center for Personal and Professional Development Public Affairs Officer The Center for Personal and Professional Development (CPPD) headquarters staff attended all hands training April 4 to talk about a topic of high interest to the command — sexual assault awareness, prevention and response. The CPPD team is highly dedicated to stopping sexual assault and has worked since 2011 to develop Sexual Assault Prevention and Response-Leaders (SAPR-L) and SAPR-Fleet (SAPR-F) training videos and facilitation guidance. “This training isn’t simply a ‘check in the box’ for us at CPPD — we’re personally vested in its success,” said CPPD Executive Director Doug Kibbey. “We’ve put masCenter for Personal and Professional Development staff members (from left) sive energy and countless hours into SAPR ICC Cynthia McGowan, ICCS Claudia Seawright and ABHCS Earle Smith distraining products that we believe are movcuss Sexual Assault Awareness Month resources after a training session ing the needle toward a Navy-wide climate conducted at CPPD by Seawright April 4. that refuses to tolerate any behaviors on the continuum of harm that could lead to a sexual assault.” porting options. This year’s Navy Sexual Assault Awareness Month “I remember how different things were when I first (SAAM) campaign focuses on courage, and CPPD head- joined the Navy in comparison to how they are now,”said quarters is holding two training sessions in April for its Seawright, who’s been a Sailor for 23 years. “Back then, staff to cover all five themes of SAAM. CPPD SAPR point no one thought about speaking up about inappropriate of contact, Senior Chief Interior Communications Electri- behaviors, and if someone did speak up or file a report of cian (SW/AW) Claudia Seawright,also the course manager sexual assault, that person was often re-victimized. Now for Bystander Intervention (BI), conducted the all hands we are aware of the extent of the problem and are taking training attended by military and civilian employees. steps to stop it in its infancy stage before it can grow.” The first week’s theme of “Courage to learn” included The theme for week two of SAAM is “Courage to prea discussion on the continuum of harm. “We’ve learned vent.”Among the facts discussed in this segment were that through SAPR-L/F and BI most sexual assault incidents training the types of behavoccur during the weekend, iors on the continuum of alcohol often plays a role, harm — things like sexual and sexual assault affects innuendos, inappropriate trust throughout an organijokes and unwelcome touchzation.“CPPD leads the way ing,” said Seawright. “While in training the fleet in perit may seem easier to keep sonal and professional dequiet rather than confront velopment that helps Sailors someone about inapproprithink critically, act responsiate behavior, we now know bly and lead proactively. Sexthat staying silent can be inual assault and alcohol abuse terpreted as the behavior beprevention are part of how — ICCS(SW/AW) Claudia Seawright about how victims we teach Sailors to be strong ing OK. But it’s not OK.” were treated when she joined the Navy 23 years ago The facts presented in in moral courage and to do SAAM training include points such as sexual assault being the right thing, no matter how difficult,” said Seawright. a Navy problem rather than solely a male/female problem, Sailors come from a wide variety of backgrounds, and 80 percent of allegations are Sailor-on-Sailor, and approxi- it can be challenging to train people on shared values, acmately 80 percent of unwanted sexual contact incidents cording to Seawright.“We are a military melting pot that in the Navy go unreported. emphasizes Navy core values and an environment of proSeawright said that while it’s important to know the fessionalism, respect and trust,” she said.“No behavior on facts, it’s just as important for Sailors to know the process the continuum of harm exists in a workplace based in our of how to report a sexual assault, including a victim’s re- core values.”
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Inspiring innovation through imagination BY MC3 SABRINA FINE Navy Public Affairs Support Element East With inspiration, women are capable of leaving the world in a better condition than when they arrived. Women across the Navy are encouraged to collaborate with each other and take leaps and bounds in uncharted scientific territory. The theme of this year’s women’s history month is “Women Inspiring Innovation Through Imagination: Celebrating Women in Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics.” As a daughter of a NASA employee, Karen Jackson was privileged with an exposure to mathematicians and technology at an early age. “I grew up around the people that my mother worked with, so I never had a fear of any of those things,” said Jackson. Jackson remembers a time as a young businesswoman entering a conference room full of tables buzzing with scientific discussion as one of two women amongst a sea of 50 men. “I was afraid that day, but I never let them see it,” said Jackson.“I don’t even notice being outnumbered now because we are so equally capable.” Jackson, the deputy secretary of technology for the Commonwealth of Virginia, spoke at Dam Neck Annex, March 27, in honor of Women’s History Month. She encouraged young women to not limit themselves and to take advantage and explore all options before locking themselves into a career.
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Karen Jackson, deputy secretary of technology for the Commonwealth of Virginia, speaks during a Women’s History Month presentation, March 27, at Dam Neck Annex. The theme of Women’s History Month this year is “Women Inspiring Innovation Through Imagination, Celebrating Women in Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics. “[I want to talk] not necessarily about women in history, but about the history we are making right now,” said Jackson.“What are we doing in our lives that will leave behind a legacy?” Jackson believes by giving youth the exposure to the possibilities they have in technological careers, that we
as Americans will be able to evoke change and growth in future generations. “If you can light a fire in a kid at an early age [like] middle school or high school, and they grab that, they may think they want to be a mechanical engineer when they are 8 and may end up being an aeronautical engineer,” said Jackson “At least they got the chance to get involved and make that determination at an early point.” Working in technology tends to be a constant bombardment of information from many different angles. Women have an innate ability of multi-tasking to reach across a variety of things all at once and make sense of them. These skills are inherently wired into them because they are essential to raising children and tending a busy household, said Jackson with an excitement in her voice. “Women bring a unique and different perspective to the field, we have more insight into people,” said Jackson. “So when you get into issues of change management, we understand that component better than a male would because that’s the way we are engineered.” The event was held at Hopper Hall, named after Grace Hopper, an American computer scientist and U.S. Navy rear admiral. She was one of the first women pioneers in computer science,paving the way for future generation to follow in her field. “We finally have women breaking through the glass ceilings that have existed for so long,” said Jackson.“People are willing to make those choices because [the proverbial] she is the best qualified regardless of gender.”
Navy training’s chief operating officer cites women’s roles in technology From the Surface Combat Systems Unit Dam Neck Public Affairs The Center for Surface Combat Systems Unit (CSCSU) Dam Neck, held a Women’s History Month observance March 26. Rear Adm. (Sel) Cynthia Thebaud, chief operating officer, Naval Education and Training Command (NETC), was the keynote speaker. “Current female service members embody the rich history and invaluable service of women who have served in the Navy,” Thebaud said. “Beginning in 1908 with the establishment of the Nurse Corps, women’s influence in the military has greatly expanded.” Thebaud also spoke of two innovative and inspirational women. “Women, like Rear Adm. Grace Hopper, who conceptual-
ized the computer programming language COBOL, and Rear Adm. Kathleen Paige, former program director of Aegis Ballistic Missile Defense, epitomize women service members as leaders in advanced Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics (STEM) areas,” she said. Operations Specialist 2nd Class Ashley Smith, the observance’s coordinator, says Thebaud’s career is impressive and she was impressed that Thebaud took time from her busy schedule to speak to staff and students. “Her career achievements include supporting Operation Enduring Freedom and Iraqi Freedom while commanding the guided-missile destroyer USS Decatur (DDG 73).As commander of Destroyer Squadron 60, she led two multi-national African Partnership Station deployments that built on
maritime security in west and central Africa.” Capt. Luis Boticario, CSCSU Dam Neck’s commanding officer, says regardless of gender, it’s important for all Sailors to know about their naval legacy. “It’s important for Sailors to reflect on women’s heritage and celebrate the achievement of female service members,” he said.“We are very fortunate to have such a successful and inspirational leader with us here today.” After her remarks, Thebaud toured the learning site and met with course instructors who showed her the latest educational software and training equipment used at the school. “As I look at the collective talent,I can only begin to imagine the possibilities we can achieve,” she said.
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NETC’s Chief Operating officer Rear Adm. (Sel) Cynthia Thebaud tours the Center for Surface Combat Systems Unit Dam Neck and meets with course instructors to view the latest educational software and technical training equipment
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Arlington: honors victims, first responders of 9-11 attack on Pentagon — Continued from page 3 vital relationship between our sea service and the Arlington community, it also carries on a tradition of naval excellence, forged by the crews of the two ships to bear the name previously,” Amos noted. “As the Saipan-class Light Aircraft Carrier AGMR-2 and the Cape Johnson-class transport AP 174 did before her, this new amphibious transport dock will write her chapter in our nation’s illustrious warfighting history.” The ceremony was attended by more than 50 members of the USS Arlington (AGMR 2) Association, nearly 200 first responders (and their families) who performed emergency medical, police and firefighting services at the Pentagon on Sept. 11, 2001, and 30 family members of those who perished that day. Retired Radioman 1st Class Ken Cox, the skipper of the USS Arlington Association, described the commissioning in a single word:“Outstanding.” He recalled reading a newspaper article, nearly a decade ago, that described the eventual addition of three 9-11 commemorative ships to the Navy’s inventory, including USS New York (LPD 21), USS Somerset (LPD 25) and one to be named Arlington. “I wrote a letter to the secretary of the Navy, stating that our association would like to create a strong bond between the crews of the Vietnam-era Arlington and the new Arlington,” he said.“I never dreamed it would actually blossom into this.” Built by Huntington-Ingalls Industries shipyard in Pascagoula, Miss.,Arlington’s keel was laid on May 26, 2008, and she was christened on March 26, 2011. With a projected service life of 40 years, she was delivered to the Navy on Dec. 7, 2012.
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Lt. j.g. Andrew Parkhurst (center) is promoted to his new rank on March 11 by Oceana Public Works Officer Cmdr. Rafael Miranda at the Naval Aviation Historical Park. Standing behind Parkhurst are his parents, Keith and Claire Parkhurst, from Santa Cruz, Calif. Parkhurst has served as the assistant public works officer, construction manager and self help division officer since reporting to Oceana nearly a year and a half ago. A 2007 graduate of the University of California Davis, Parkhurst worked in the private sector for nearly three years before earning his commission in the Civil Engineer Corps officer through the Navy’s Officer Candidate School in March 2011.
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Navy resources available for Sailors trying to trim fat From Navy Personnel Command Public Affairs MILLINGTON, Tenn. (NNS) — Sailors who have hit a weight loss plateau, or can’t drop the weight despite having a physically active lifestyle, may beneďŹ t from a talk with their local dietician, ofďŹ cials said March 28. “There are three main reasons why increasing exercise and activity may lead to weight plateau or increased weight gain. Being more aware will help you identify and adjust accordingly,â€? said Lt. Cmdr. Jennifer Wallinger, registered dietitian, Navy Nutrition, Navy Physical Readiness Program.“It is important to balance the nutrients that you put in your body with what you burn off in activity,whether that is normal daily activity or exercise.â€? One reason is that adding activity increases hunger. “Make sure the food you eat will ďŹ ll you up by choosing nutrient dense foods containing protein, ďŹ ber and healthy fats instead of calorie dense foods [including] high fat and high sugar items with few nutrients,â€? continued Wallinger. Another reason is choosing the wrong foods. “The body is designed not to starve.If you do not choose lower calorie, ďŹ lling food, you will naturally compensate for the extra calories burned from daily activity and exercise,â€? said Wallinger.“Try ďŹ lling up on vegetables before or as part of your meal.â€? Lastly, exercising can provide a false sense of entitle-
ment. “People may think, ‘I worked out, so I can have or deserve that burger, cheesecake, nachos’...whatever,â€? said Wallinger. Activity helps you burn calories, but only if you do not eat all of those calories back. Sailors can track their food intake to ensure they are maintaining a calorie deďŹ cit to promote their weight management goals. SuperTracker is available at http://www.choosemyplate. gov/supertracker-tools/supertracker.html. While many may think consuming fewer calories is the key to weight loss, that method can backďŹ re. According to Wallinger, a very low-calorie diet will ultimately slow your metabolism and weight loss and will encourage rapid weight regain when higher calorie consumption is resumed. The calories individuals need to lose or gain weight varies based on factors such as weight, age and activity level. “There is a lot of information out there, some good and some bad,â€? said Wallinger. “Speaking with a dietician can help Sailors identify and navigate the best method for their needs.â€? Sailors may learn more about healthy eating, nutrition and how to locate a dietician at the Navy Nutrition web site at http://www.public.navy.mil/bupers-npc/support/ navynutrition/Pages/default2.aspx.
MWR events Softball league The deadline for registration for the Dam Neck Annex Captain’s Cup Softball League is April 12. The free league is open to active duty, DoD civilians and retirees at Dam Neck. Games will be played Monday through Friday. For more information, call MWR Sports and Fitness at 492-7905.
Iron Chef — CYP Style Oceana Child & Youth Programs will hold their annual “Iron Chef CYP Styleâ€?April 20, at the Youth Sports Complex across from the Oceana theater. Eight families have been selected to compete for the title again this year. Other events during the day will include opening ceremonies for youth baseball, inatables for the kids, concessions and more. For more information, call 4333976.
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A group of local Jewish organizations will hold the 2nd Annual Tikkun Tidewater Community Recycling Day at the Simon Family JCC, 5000 Corporate Woods Dr.,Virginia Beach. The United Jewish Federation of Tidewater’s Community Relations Council and Young Adult Division, Jewish Family Service of Tidewater, Tidewater Jewish Foundation, and B’nai B’rith Youth Organization will recycle items, including computers, printers, cameras, phones, outdated or unwanted medicine, and more. Volunteers will unload cars at the drivethrough recycling event, which is open to everyone. The groups will also recycle and redistribute use-
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