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DOD adds synthetic marijuana to random drug testing BY SGT. 1ST CLASS TYRONE C. MARSHALL JR. American Forces Press Service WASHINGTON — The Defense Department has expanded its zero tolerance for the use of illicit drugs to include synthetic marijuana, also known as “spice,” the director of DOD’s drug testing and program policy said Dec. 13. In an interview with American Forces Press Service and the Pentagon Channel,Army Lt. Col.Tom Martin said that in addition to the broad range of drugs for which the military already randomly tests service members, synthetic marijuana will also be included. “The message we’re getting out now is that when you participate in our random urinalysis program, synthetic marijuana products or synthetic marijuana will now be tested along with our other drugs,” he said.“It’s been known in the general population,both in the medical community and various media reports, that synthetic marijuana drug use is a serious health concern.” Martin noted that while the military typically has a much lower level of drug use than in society at large, synthetic marijuana “still poses a significant risk to both the safety and readiness of our force.” “Prior to synthetic marijuana being banned,” he said,“the department went out and did a random study looking at a sampling of military urine specimens from all the different services to see if synthetic marijuana was being used by our members. At that time, the positive rate, or the number of service members who tested positive, was about 2.5 percent.” To put that in perspective, he said, in 2012, the overall positive rate for all the drugs tested for in the urinalysis program was 0.9 percent. “In 2012, synthetic marijuana products were banned through legislation,”Martin said.“So we went back and did a similar study, and what we found is that the actual numbers went down.” However, he added, a high number of service members are using synthetic marijuana. In addition to testing for synthetic marijuana, Martin said, the military also randomly tests all service members for marijuana, cocaine, amphetamines and other drugs in the amphetamine class, including methamphetamines and the drug known as“ecstasy.”The test also looks for codeine and morphine, oxycodone, oxymorphone, hydrocodone, hydromorphone,Vicodin and different diazepines, such as Valium and Xanax. Martin said even deployed troops are subject to random drug testing. “They are still mandated to be tested under the military’s random urinalysis program; however, the frequency is determined by the operational tempo,” he said. — See Spice Page 9

Carrier Air Wing 11, DESRON 23 return from Nimitz deployment BY MCSN (SW) KOLE E. CARPENTER Nimitz Carrier Strike Group Public Affairs

leled and represents the cornerstone of DESRON 23, Nimitz Strike Group and U.S. Navy success.” Commander, CSG 11, Rear Adm. Michael S.White had SAN DIEGO (NNS) —The aircraft carrier USS Nimitz high praise for CVW-11 and DESRON 23’s contribution. (CVN 68) and embarked Carrier Strike Group (CSG) “The air wing and the DESRON have done an out11, Carrier Air Wing standing job,” said White. (CVW) 11, and Destroyer “As a team, they have Squadron (DESRON) 23 been an invaluable asset arrived at Naval Air Stato the strike group, and tion (NAS) North Island, I wish them all a well-deSan Diego, Dec. 12, folserved rest.” lowing an eight-and-a“Nimitz Strike Group half-month deployment successfully completed to the U.S. 5th, 6th and almost three months of 7th Fleet areas of responOperation Enduring Freesibility (AOR). dom close-air support to CVW-11 and DESRON coalition ground troops, 23 disembarked Nimitz and provided a flexible following the ship’s arand capable response oprival. tion to deter Syria. I am so “It’s great to be home proud of our Sailors and and reunited with all of Marines, who showed our loved ones,”said Capt. remarkable resiliency Kevin Mannix, commandthrough several extener of CVW-11. “My hats sions with limited time in off to every member of port and met all tasking,” the air wing for making said White. this a successful deployThe deployment extenment.” sion enabled the Nimitz During the course Strike Group to transit of Nimitz’ deployment, the Suez Canal into the CVW-11 tallied 9,344 Mediterranean Sea,where aircraft launches and the strike group conductPhoto by MC3 Derek A. Harkins clocked more than ed operations with NATO An F/A-18C Hornet assigned to the “Blue Diamonds” of VFA-46 launches from the aircraft carrier USS Nimitz 29,440 total flight hours allies. (CVN 68) during the departure of Carrier Air Wing (CVW) in support of Operation Nimitz serves as the 11 Dec. 10. CVW-11 fixed wing aircraft flew off Nimitz Enduring Freedom and flagship for (CSG) 11, to return home after more than eight months deployed ensured the safe operaled by White. The Nimitz to the U.S. 5th, 6th and 7th Fleet areas of responsibility. tion of CSG 11. Carrier Strike Group conCapt.Thomas Workman, sisted of USS Nimitz, USS commodore, DESRON 23, Princeton (CG 59), DESled efforts to provide tactical control of 12 U.S. and co- RON 23 guided-missile destroyers USS Shoup (DDG alition ships during the extended deployment. 76), USS Higgins (DDG 86), USS William P. Lawrence Throughout the operations DESRON 23 ensured (DDG 110) and USS Stockdale (DDG 106) and CVWsuperior defense of USS Nimitz, robust multi-warfare 11. area tactical proficiency and readiness, highly effective CVW-11 consists of the “Black Knights” of Strike afloat and ashore theater security cooperation, as well Fighter Squadron (VFA) 154,the“Argonauts”ofVFA-147, as sound management of the operations, maintenance, the “Blue Diamonds” of VFA-146, the “Death Rattlers” of training and deployment preparedness of seven San Marine Fighter Attack Squadron 323, the “Gray Wolves” Diego-based surface assets,Workman said. of Electronic Attack Squadron 142, the“Wallbangers”of “The honors of commanding DESRON 23 and serv- Airborne Early Warning Squadron 117, the “Indians” of ing as a warfare commander within Nimitz Strike Helicopter Sea Combat Squadron 6,and the“Wolf Pack” Group are matched only by the respect deserved by of Helicopter Maritime Strike Squadron 75. our Sailors and their families,” Workman said. “Their Once Nimitz departed NAS North Island, the carrier mutual dedication to our national objectives is unparal- transited to its homeport of Everett,Wash.

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During a luncheon at Dam Neck Annex, IC2 (SW) Krystle Murph (l) is presented a Letter of Commendation by NAS Oceana Administrative Officer Lt. j.g. Shakilah Verner Nov. 14. Murph served as the Oceana Administration Department’s assistant leading petty officer from November 2012 to November 2013. She was instrumental in the processing of 1,900 standardized letters, 330 evaluations and 1,500 command and air show awards, as well as serving as the command’s pass coordinator, managing pay and official records for all assigned military. She also volunteered with the Lynnhaven Elementary School’s STEM program. Photo by MC2 (SW) Alysia R. Hernandez

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NAS Oceana Commanding Officer Capt. Kit Chope (front l) frocked Oceana, Dam Neck and NALF Fentress Sailors to their new paygrades during a ceremony at the Oceana Chapel of the Good Shepherd Dec. 5. With the Sailors are Oceana Executive Officer Capt. Louis Schager (front r) and Oceana Command Master Chief (AW/SW/EXW) Eric Clark (2nd row l). The new first class petty officers are (in alphabetical order) ABE1 Luis Linares and AC1 Russell Long. The new second class petty officers are AC2 Shayne Connell, YN2 Tanairi Cruz, CS2 Deandre Dumas, MA2 Eric Hernandez, AC2 Saeed Holmes, AC2 William Kasten, ABH2 Lester Lewis III, AC2 Anthony Meekins, CS2 Humberto Rudon, AC2 Gregory Welsh, CS2 Jason Whiteside and ABE2 Serge BY KATRINA GERGELY Zeze. The new third class petty officers are AC3 Justin Bleyer, MA3 Cedric Brown, AC3 Shakila Bryant, MA3 Nicholas Cram, AC3 Kyle Ellison, RP3 Erica Fields, DC3 Mariah Flores, MA3 Clint Hunt, AC3 Eric Jamison, LS3 Tiffany Lassalle, MA3 Andrea McCain, Naval Education and Training Professional Development and Technology Center Public Affairs MA3 Alejandro Santiagofernandez, MA3 Brent Shinkle, MA3 Tamera Sims, MA3 Katie Vanaman and MA3 Anthony Vargas.

SH1(SW) Carl Byles is presented the Navy and Marine Corps Achievement Medal by NAS Oceana Administrative Officer Lt. j.g. Shakilah Verner, Dec. 13, on the Oceana quarterdeck. Byles, who was stationed at Oceana from December 2010 to December 2013, served as an assistant career counselor, where he processed 70 Fleet Reserve requests, 300 projected rotation date adjustments, 100 extensions, 250 reenlistments and 900 career waypoint applications. Byles also served as the command urinalysis coordinator, overseeing the accurate processing and submission of more than 1,000 urinalysis samples. He also volunteered with the Oceana Public Affairs Office, helping photograph the 2012 Air Show and other command events. Photo by MC2 (SW) Alysia R. Hernandez

PENSACOLA,Fla.(NNS) —The March 2014 Navywide enlisted examinations for active duty, full time support and canvasser recruiter Sailors who are advancement-eligible to the paygrades of E4-E6 have been announced in Naval Administrative Message (NAVADMIN) 312/13,released Dec. 11. Each Navy examination consists of 25 Professional Military Knowledge and 150 job-specific technical questions. The examination dates are March 6 (E6), March 13 (E5) and March 20 (E4). Examination results are posted on the Navy Enlisted Advancement System (NEAS) website. “The best way to prepare for an advancement examination is to know your job better than your peers,”said Master Chief Electrician’s Mate Eric Riddle, command master chief of the Naval Education and Training Professional Development and Technology Center (NETPDTC). “When the rating subject matter experts (SME) develop your examination content, they are instructed to write — See Advancement Page 11

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BY DON ROCHON Naval Facilities Engineering Command Public Affairs WASHINGTON (NNS) — Naval Facilities Engineering Command (NAVFAC) announced the winners of its 2014 Military and Civilian Engineers of the Year Awards Dec. 9. Joseph M. Woliver from Lt. Cmdr. J. Doug Herrin NAVFAC Atlantic, is the 2014 from NAVFAC Southeast Civilian Engineer of the Year. was selected as the Military Engineer of the Year and Joseph M.Woliver from NAVFAC Atlantic was selected as the Civilian Engineer of the Year for 2014. “We’ve selected our NAVFAC engineers of the year from a group of exceptional candidates,” said NAVFAC Commander, Rear Adm. Kate Gregory.“We are very fortunate to serve with a vast number of extraordinary engineers who lead NAVFAC and the Navy with dedication, service, selflessness and technical superiority.They continue to build to our 171 year legacy of serving the Navy with the ‘Can Do’ spirit.” Herrin and Woliver will represent NAVFAC in February during Engineers Week at the National Press Club in Washington, D.C., where the National Society of Professional Engineers (NSPE) will announce their 2014 Federal Engineer of the Year. Woliver, from NAVFAC Atlantic, performed as the senior geotechnical engineer and the NAVFAC subject matter expert for airfield pavements as he executed designs, oversaw construction, and provided consultation efforts across the Navy and Marine Corps. He planned, programmed, budgeted and executed inspections for Commander, Navy Installations Command, United States Marine Corps, North Atlantic Treaty Organization and National Aeronautics and Space Administration assets totaling more than $2 billion. Using his vast knowledge, Woliver designed emergency repairs for Naval Air Station Souda Bay’s failed taxiway pavement and damaged arresting gear during Operations Odyssey Dawn and Unified Protector (Libya). He developed a unique concrete mix design solution incorporating on-site materials, which allowed Navy Seabees and Air Force Red Horse teams to construct the 50-meter Walela Culvert Bridge as part of a humanitarian effort in northern Uganda.The bridge improved the lives of 60,000 villagers by eliminating a half-day walk to work, hospital and schools, and provides a year-round link to markets at the economic center. — See Civilian engineer, Page 15

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Barker relieves Tippett at Wildcats’ change of command BY LT. STEVEN SHAW VFA-131 Public Affairs Officer Cmdr. Matthew A. Barker relieved Cmdr. Timothy D.Tippett as commanding officer of the Strike Fighter Squadron (VFA) 131 “Wildcats” on Dec. 6. The ceremony took place at the Center for Naval Aviation Technical Training Unit (CNATTU) ceremonial hangar on NAS Oceana. Tippett, a native of Tullahoma, Tenn., took command of the Wildcats in August 2012, while the squadron was deployed as part of Carrier Air Wing 7,with USS Dwight D. Eisenhower (CVN 69). Under his command, the Wildcats completed a six month combat deployment, and returned home for an unprecedented back-to-back deployment cycle. After just a two-month turn around, Tippett led the Wildcats back out to sea aboard Eisenhower, in support of Operation Enduring Freedom in Afghanistan. Within a matter of weeks, the Wildcats were back over the skies of Afghanistan, providing close air support to troops on the ground. Following five months of

combat operations, the Wildcats returned home to family and friends in early July 2013. Under Tippett’s command, VFA-131 earned the Enlisted Aviation Warfare Specialist Pennant, the Blue “M” for medical readiness, two consecutive captain’s cup trophies, and maintained a 100 percent passing rate on the past two Physical Fitness Assessment cycles. Over the course of his career, Tippett has accumulated more than 3,000 flight hours and 750 carrier landings. Capt. Terry Morris, commander, Carrier Air Wing (CVW) 7, was the guest speaker and presented Tippett with the Meritorious Service Medal for displaying exceptional leadership as a commanding officer. Morris expressed his appreciation for the exemplary performance displayed by Tippett and the Wildcats in maintaining a 102 percent combat sortie completion rate while deployed. For his follow-on assignment,Tippett will serve as the air boss aboard USS Abraham Lincoln (CVN 72).

Cmdr. Matthew Barker (l) relieves Cmdr. Timothy Tippett as commanding officer of Strike VFA131 during a change of command ceremony Dec. 6 at CNATTU Oceana. Commander, CVW-7 Capt. Terry Morris (center) served as guest speaker for the ceremony.

Photo by MC2 (SW/AW) Ernest R. Scott

A native of Tucson, Ariz., Barker reported to the Wildcats as executive officer in August 2012. Prior operational tours were with VFA-192, as part of CVW-5, forwarddeployed to Atsugi, Japan and as a department head at VFA-83 at NAS Oceana. Shore tour assignments included instructor pilot

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VFA-83 names Sailors of the Year BY LT. BILLY GODIKSEN VFA-83 Public Affairs Officer The “Rampagers” of Strike Fighter Squadron (VFA) 83 kicked off the holiday season in style with their annual Christmas party Dec. 12. Held at the Virginia Beach Crowne Plaza Hotel, the event featured entertaining games, significant door prizes, and more than a few ugly sweaters. The event was made possible thanks to the efforts of the squadron’s Morale, Welfare, and Recreation (MWR) committee, whose members put in many hours per week planning and raising funds for the party. “I’m so proud of my team and their accomplishments. It’s incredible how much money we raised in such a short time, which greatly increased the quality of the party we were able to have,” said Chief Aviation Maintenance Administrationman (AW) Deana Ruiz, head of the VFA-83 MWR committee. While most of the evening was spent socializing and relaxing, time was set aside to honor those Rampagers who have truly excelled this past year.Through its Sailor of the Year programs, the command rewarded five Sailors for

their impressive accomplishments. Cmdr. Jesse Hilliker, commanding officer of VFA-83, took to the stage to personally thank and congratulate each of the recipients. To show appreciation for their exceptional performance, each was awarded a Navy and Marine Corps Achievement Medal, taken off of the squadron watchbill for a month, and given a special liberty period of 96 hours. To kick off the awards, Aviation Electronics Technician (AT) 3rd Class Donald Smith was announced as VFA-83’s Plane Captain of the Year. Smith, a native of Nevada, has been a Rampager since February 2012. As a plane captain, he has spent most of his time in the line division. The Rampagers’ 2013 Blue Jacket of the Year, given to the top-performing E1 to E4,was Aviation Machinist’s Mate (AD) 3rd Class (AW) Genevieve Pardo. Pardo hails from the state of New York and has been with the squadron for almost two years. She works in the line division and was recently advanced to petty officer third class. Photo provided AD2 (AW) Christopher Enlow was chosen from among VFA-83’s Chief of the Year, AEC (AW/SW) Dustin Ewing (l), is the squadron’s second class petty officers as the 2013 Ju- presented his plaque for by Cmdr. Jesse Hilliker, ‘Rampagers’ nior Sailor of the Year. Enlow, originally from Maryland, commanding officer during the holiday party Dec. 12 at the Virginia Beach Crowne Plaza Hotel. Ewing was one of five — See Rampagers, Page 17 Sailors recognized for their accomplishments in 2013.

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The Navy-Marine Corps Relief Society at NAS Oceana decided to add some holiday spirit to their offices in building 531 with a door decorating contest. Staff, including NMCRS volunteers, tested their decorating skills beginning Dec. 9. As NAS Oceana Commanding Officer Capt. Kit Chope, one of three judges, watches on Dec. 13, Elizabeth Moore makes some last-minute adjustments to try to get the lights to work on Santa’s sleigh, which is being pulled by a jet. The winner was NMCRS Oceana Director Lolita Sheats, who is also a retired Marine, and incorporated elements of the Marine Corps into her design. Chope and Executive Officer Capt. Louis Schager presented each of the winners a certificate and enjoyed a potluck afterwards with NMCRS staff and volunteers.

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Strike Fighter Wing Atlantic selects Sailors of the Year

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STORY/PHOTO BY MC2 (SW) ALYSIA HERNANDEZ NAS Oceana Public Affairs

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STORY/PHOTO BY MCSN KAYLA KING NAS Oceana Public Affairs

Legalman (LN) 1st Class (AW/SW) Kerryann King of Commander,Strike Fighter Wing Atlantic (CSFWL), was selected as CSFWL’s Sailor of the Year. King, originally from Kingston, Jamaica, claims Brooklyn, N.Y. as her hometown. She said she has wanted to be in the Navy ever since her first encounter with a recruiter when she was 16; her main motivation was her desire to travel. By the time King was 17, she was a storekeeper (SK) stationed in Bahrain, which she recalls was exciting. In 2003, when King was a second class petty officer,she decided to convert to the Legalman (LN) rating. “I always wanted to be an LN,” King said.“I discovered the LN rating when I

Strike Fighter Wing Atlantic’s Sailor of the Year, LN1 (AW/SW) Kerryann King, reviews legal information. King enlisted 18 years ago and has been at CSFWL for nearly a year. was at my first duty station in Bahrain and at that time you had to be an E-5 to be an LN, so I was introduced to the rate but wasn’t able to be a part of it.” — See Sailor of the Year Page 16

Logistics Specialist (LS) 2nd Class (AW/SW) Jeffrey Brant, attached to Commander, Strike Fighter Wing Atlantic (CSFWL), was selected as CSFWL’s Junior Sailor of the Year. Brant, a native of Newport, R.I., joined the Navy in August 2006 to travel the world. His first duty station was USNS Sacagawea (T-AKE-2). While there, Brant had made his dream to travel come true. “I have been to Dubai, Bahrain, Rota, Spain, Norway and Greece,” said Brant.“I enjoy the Navy.I plan to make it a career.” Brant then went on to Special Projects Patrol Squadron (VPU) 1 at NAS Jacksonville, Fla. before coming to NAS Oceana. Although coming into the Navy, Brant was unsure of the rating he wanted, selecting LS has been a success.

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LS2 (AW/SW) Jeffrey Brant checks inventory from his desk at Strike Fighter Wing Atlantic. Brant was selected as the wing’s Junior Sailor of the Year. “Out of the choices that were laid out for me, LS was the most appealing,” said Brant.“I really enjoy it.” — See CSFWL Junior Sailor Page 16

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Advancement: Study material available to help Sailors perform their job — Continued from page 4 questions that Sailors need to know in order to perform their jobs,” said Riddle. “With that in mind, I would strongly recommend Sailors study with the intent of increasing job knowledge and not study solely for the exam.” During advancement examination readiness reviews held at NETPDTC, visiting E7 and above fleet SMEs in each enlisted rating ensure all examination questions can be linked to references and publications.As rating SMEs select questions for the examination, an examination bibliography is developed based on the source reference for the question. NAC updates bibliography information as fleet instructions and manuals change, and it is recommended that candidates check their bibliography a few times prior to the exam

administration date. Study material for advancement examination preparation is available six months prior to the administration dates.To download the bibliographies for an upcoming exam, go to the Navy Advancement Center’s Web portal on NKO at www. nko.navy.mil/group/navyadvancement-center/exambibliographies. The NEAS website enables education services officers to verify and correct the list of eligible candidates for their command, delete and forward examinations when necessary, and confirm examination ordering information.The NEAS Web address is https://neasos. cnet.navy.mil. For more information about the Navy Advancement Center and NEAS, visit www.facebook.com/ pages/Navy-Advancement-Center.

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Hudner: Naval aviator earned Medal of Honor for attempt to rescue Jesse Brown — Continued from page 1 “The intensity [of the crash] bent the fuselage at the cockpit. He hit with such intensity that there was no question in the minds of any of us that he had perished in that crash,” said Hudner. Marines fighting about 10 -15 miles away agreed to send a rescue helicopter to retrieve Brown’s body. But before the helicopter could reach the site, the Navy pilots overhead saw the canopy on Brown’s Corsair was open and he was waving to the flight, signaling he was still alive. As he watched the smoke rise from Brown’s aircraft and knowing it would probably be at least 30 minutes before help arrived, Hudner knew Brown might not have that much time left. “I thought, ‘My God, if this [fire] spreads, Jesse is caught in the cockpit and he needs help,’” recalled Hudner. Making a slow pass over the crash site, which he compared to a carrier approach, Hudner fired off as many rockets and rounds as he could in a short time before making a landing about 100 - 150 feet away from Brown’s plane. With a fairly gradual up slope, Hudner explained, “What I intended to do was fly parallel to the ground and softly, softly land.” It was a description that drew laughs from the dozens of aviators in attendance. “The ground was like concrete but I was okay,” he added. In reality, Hudner had suffered some back injuries that would ground him for months after the rescue attempt. He found Brown sitting in the cockpit, with his helmet off and gloves off, saying “help me, help me.” Hudner recalled how Brown calmly told him,“‘Tom,I think we’ve got to find a way out of here.’” Hudner attempted to pack the plane with snow to stop the fire, burning his own hands in the process. Hudner climbed on a wing to access the situation. Brown’s knee was caught in the cockpit. “He was pinned in, literally… It was a life and death situation,” explained Hudner. By the time the Marine helicopter arrived, Hudner’s boots were filled with

freezing snow and balancing himself required holding onto Brown’s aircraft with one hand, which limited his movement. Hudner grabbed the axe and the fire extinguisher from his aircraft, hoping to use them to free Brown. When the Marine pilot, Capt. Charles Ward, had exited his helicopter, he was astonished to see Brown,“the only black face in naval aviation and he was in trouble.” The two pilots worked together in an attempt to free Brown but “it was 4:15 - 4:30 p.m.by this time,”and the helicopter didn’t have instruments to fly in that area after dark. With temperatures hovering to just above zero degrees that day, the Marine pilot “gave me the choice of going with him or staying with Jesse, which would have been suicide because it was so cold,” said Hudner. By the time they prepared to leave, Hudner said he wasn’t sure Brown was even conscious anymore, as there was almost no response from the injured aviator. But he made a promise to his fellow aviator that he would return for him and it was a promise Hudner intended to keep. Taken to a Marine base camp nearly 20 miles away, the Marine pilot’s chain of command told Hudner they couldn’t jeopardize another helicopter for a pilot who had most certainly passed away. With bad weather, it took Hudner three more days to return to USS Leyte. With such poor communication, the squadron had received three different reports on Brown’s accident: Brown had been killed; another that he survived and the third was someone had crashed his own aircraft in order to save Brown. Still trying to keep his promise to Brown, Hudner was told it was too dangerous to retrieve the ensign’s body; instead napalm was dropped over the site to destroy both aircraft and prevent the North Koreans from retrieving Brown’s body. The Medal of Honor was presented to the young aviator by President Harry S. Truman on the White House lawn April 13, 1951. Brown’s widow, Daisy, was also part

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Lt. Conor O’Neil, a pilot from VFA-34, explains the F/A-18 Hornet to retired Capt. Thomas J. Hudner, a Medal of Honor recipient, at NAS Oceana Dec. 12. O’Neil grew up in Concord, Mass., where Hudner now resides, and helped arrange for Hudner to speak at the Oceana Officers’ Club. of the ceremony. Hudner said she was very gracious and the two remained in contact for many years afterwards. Brown also left behind an infant daughter.The ensign posthumously received the Distinguished Flying Cross, the Purple Heart Medal and the Air Medal. Following his naval career that included command of Training Squadron 24 and executive officer of USS Kitty Hawk (CV 63), Hudner has devoted himself to veterans’ causes and also served as commissioner for the Massachusetts Department of Veterans’ Services. The soft-spoken Hudner, who retired from the Navy in 1973 as a captain, had been invited by Lt. Conor O’Neil, from Strike Fighter Squadron (VFA) 34, who grew up in Concord, Mass., where Hudner lives.While growing up, O’Neil said he had read stories about Hudner but it wasn’t until his own commissioning that he heard Hudner’s entire story. Inviting the Medal of Honor recipient was a fitting way to cap off a year of high profile events for the“Blue Blasters”of VFA34 who commemorated their 70th anniversary in 2013. “It’s the opportunity to hear naval aviation history firsthand and honor someone who had done great things,” said VFA-34 Commanding Officer Cmdr. Edward Smith.

Hudner, who gave the dedication for USS Jesse L. Brown (FF 1089) commissioned in 1973, was informed last year that a guided missile destroyer will be named USS Thomas Hudner. With interest in Hudner and Brown’s stories revived, several years ago,Adam Makos and his team met with Hudner about writing a book about his experience and developing the friendship with Brown that keeps Hudner trying to fulfill a promise made 63 years ago.The book, called “Devotion,” is due out next spring. A native of Fall River, Mass., Hudner’s Navy career began shortly after World War II in 1946 with his graduation from the U.S. Naval Academy. Originally designated as a surface warfare officer, Hudner made an early transition to naval aviation. He earned his wings in 1949 with orders to Fighter Squadron (VF) 32,then based at NAS Quonset Point, R.I., across Narragansett Bay from the Naval War College. When he reported to VF-32 in the fall of that year, one of the first people he met was Brown, who had earned his wings in 1948, becoming the Navy’s first AfricanAmerican aviator. He described the meeting as “a little bit stilted,” because Brown, who was used to prejudice, didn’t know how Hudner would treat him. — See Medal of Honor Page 13

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Hudner: 63 years later, still humble about heroic actions — Continued from previous page Although not close friends, “we were good, close squadron mates … often both of us flying on the same flight,” is how Hudner described their relationship. Hudner said racial prejudice made it difficult for Brown growing up in Mississippi and then going through the Navy’s flight training because there were people who didn’t want to have anything to do with him. But he was also a great example for everyone in the military to follow. “Jesse Brown was a real trailblazer for his race and the Navy,” Hudner said.“Jesse Brown is a legend.” Makos, author of “A Higher Call: An Incredible True Story of Combat and Chivalry in the War-Torn Skies of World War II,” arranged for Hudner and his team to travel to North Korea this past July. “As far as we know, whatever was left is still in that same spot,” Hudner said about the crash site. After arriving in Pyongyang, monsoon rains prevented them from visiting the remote location. But Hudner is excited about returning in the near future. “One of the last things I told Jesse is that‘Jesse,we’ve got to go, but we’ll be back,’” and as Hudner approaches his 90th birthday, he is still intent on keeping that promise. “Jesse was the type of guy worth spending all that time and effort [to bring him home],” Hudner said.“He was damn proud of being a part of the Navy.”

Two Medal of Honor recipients tour Oceana, Dam Neck Two Medal of Honor recipients from the Vietnam War visited NAS Oceana Dec. 13. Retired Col. Wesley L. Fox and former Army Staff Sgt. Don. J. Jenkins kicked off their tour with breakfast at the Dam Neck galley and then visited the Navy-Marine Corps Intelligence Training Center on Dam Neck, where they talked with Sailors and Marines. They toured Strike Fighter Squadron (VFA) 211 at NAS Oceana and shared their stories with military members at the Oceana galley.Their visit concluded by signing copies of “Medal of Honor: Portraits of Valor Beyond the Call of Duty,” at the Oceana Navy Exchange. Retired Col.Wesley L. Fox served 43 years in the Marine Corps before his retirement in 1993. As a Marine Corps first lieutenant, Fox earned the Medal of Honor at Quang Tri Province, Republic of Vietnam, Feb. 22, 1969 while stationed with Company A, 1st Battalion, 9th Marines, 3rd Marine Division. Fox was wounded twice but personally neutralized one enemy emplacement and directed his company to destroy others.After his company’s executive officer was mortally wounded, he ordered air strikes and coordinated the advance until the enemy retreated. Fox refused medical attention while he reorganized his troops and prepared the wounded for evacuation. Jenkins earned the Medal of Honor for his actions at Kien Phong Province, Republic of Vietnam, Jan. 6.1969.As a private first class, Jenkins was attached to Company A, 2nd Battalion, 39th Infantry, 9th Infantry Division. Jenkins repeatedly exposed himself to hostile fire to engage the enemy, resupply his ammunition and obtain additional weapons.Although he was wounded, Jenkins made several trips through intense fire to rescue other wounded soldiers. — From NAS Oceana Public Affairs

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During lunch at the Oceana galley, Dec. 13, Sailors fom VFA211 lean in closely to listen to Don. J. Jenkins, a former Army staff sergeant, share his experiences that earned him the Medal of Honor in Vietnam.

The chapels at NAS Oceana and Dam Neck Annex will offer the following services for the Christmas and New Year’s holidays. For more information,contact the Oceana chapel at 433-2871.

Roman Catholic Christmas Eve Mass Dec. 24, 5 p.m., Dam Neck chapel Christmas Day Mass Dec. 25, 9 a.m., NAS Oceana chapel Tuesday Vigil Mass Dec. 31, 5 p.m., Dam Neck chapel Wednesday Mass Jan. 1, 9 a.m., NAS Oceana chapel

Protestant Candlelight Service Dec. 24, 6 p.m., NAS Oceana chapel

Photo by Gunnery Sgt. Taira L. Shull,

Medal of Honor Recipient Wesley L. Fox, a retired Marine Corps Photo by MCSN Kayla King colonel, is escorted by Navy-Marine Corps Intelligence TrainRetired Col. Wesley L. Fox signs copies of the book “Medal ing Center Commanding Officer Capt. Harold Williams (l) and of Honor: Portraits of Valor Beyond the Call of Duty,” at the Lt. Col. Damian Spooner, commanding officer of the NMITC Oceana Navy Exchange Dec. 13. Marine Detachment as he tours the command.

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2014 Garden Run Help guests get a healthy start to the new year under the glow of Dominion Garden of Lights at the Norfolk Botanical Garden during the 2014 Garden Run Jan. 1. Opportunities available to work inside or out and individuals, families or small groups are welcome to assist.Volunteers will check in runners, serve refreshments and cheer on participants from 3:30 -7:30 p.m. The minimum age 16, unless accompanied by a parent or guardian. For more information, call 441-5830 ext. 327 or e-mail volunteer@nbgs.org. Information about the Norfolk Botanical Garden Society Inc. is available at www.norfolkbotanicalgarden.org.

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Civilian engineer: designed JSF-capable, simulated carrier deck at NALF Fentress – Continued from page 6 Woliver also designed the Navy’s first Joint Strike Fighter-capable, simulated carrier deck at Naval Auxiliary Landing Field Fentress, which allowed the fleet to train and practice using future aircraft platforms. “I am honored by this recognition, but it would not have happened without my team’s support,” said Woliver. “We all deserve this award. It was a team effort and I want to thank them all for their contributions, enabling me to receive this recognition.” In his role as the NAVFAC Southeast Contingency Engineering and Disaster Preparedness Officer, Herrin oversaw $32 million worth of planning, design and construction of 62 projects at 22 remote locations as part of the Haiti earthquake recovery effort. He coordinated and deployed the Contingency Engineering Response Team (CERT) to the naval complex in New Orleans after being damaged by Hurricane Isaac. Under

his direction, the team surveyed damaged facilities and developed stabilization and repair packages. “It is an honor to be recognized for my efforts and accomplishments,” said Herrin. “This recognition extends to the exceptional dedicated professionals that I have the privilege of working alongside. The accomplishments are the result of many talented individuals coming together as a team to support the Navy’s mission and enable the warfighters.” Herrin also led NAVFAC Southeast’s energy program,supervising the execution of 80 energy projects worth $95 million, and programmed an additional 90 projects valued at $230 million.These projects implemented an array of energy conservation technologies such as photovoltaic, solar heating,geothermal,biomass,wind turbine, LED lighting,and retrofitting buildings with high-efficiency mechanical systems, which are expected to save more than $15 million annually across the Southeast Region.

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— Continued from page 10 King says she was re-introduced to the rate while she was serving as recruiting support and by that time, she was a second class and able to convert. Now,after serving in the Navy for 18 years and just after she hit her one-year mark at CSFWL, King was selected as her current command’s Sailor of the year. “This right here is unbelievable!” King said. “This was in hindsight; I never even knew this would be possible. I’m happy I was able to achieve [Sailor of the Year] and be recognized for all of my accomplishments, for all the things that I did here.” King also attributes her success to her previous supervisor LNC Melissa Adams, who King says was “phenomenal in her guidance,” and encouraged her to do things differently. One of the things King did that made her stand out from her peers was her involvement with community service. “I do a lot of volunteer service, but I usually do it for myself. [LNC Adams] encouraged me this year to include the command and invite them to participate,” King said. “One of the things I did this year is I asked if [the command] wanted to do stockings for Salvation Army,” King said.“I was so proud. We did 50 stockings. Initially I was doing it for me; I wanted my family to do it, but then I thought ‘maybe the command would want to do this too,’ so I reached out and we were able to provide more than

just my little three stockings from my family.” “That’s the most important thing,” King said. “Get involved, have others join you. It’s a force with many.” Other than getting the command involved in her volunteer services, King also served as a Sexual Assault Prevention and Response (SAPR) victim advocate. King also volunteered to assist Strike Fighter Squadron (VFA) 106 when they lost their legalman. She helped at VFA-106 from April through November. “Since being a legalman, I’ve been on USS Theodore Roosevelt and I’ve been on independent duty, so I haven’t really been able to be involved with Sailors and being over at [VFA] 106, I was able to do that,” King said. While TAD to VFA-106, King volunteered to be part of the Coalition of Sailors Against Destructive Decisions (CSADD) and assisted with the command’s Christmas party.“It’s just a way for me to interact with other Sailor,” she explained about her involvement, above and beyond her job. King says she considers herself a hard worker but doesn’t work hard in hopes of achieving something; instead, she works hard because she wants to. “I am who I am, regardless of what is achieved,” King said. “I’m doing things not because I want to achieve something but because that’s me as a person, and I think that’s the most important thing being in the Navy. Be yourself, do what you’re doing for you — with of course trying to grow — but don’t lose yourself in doing it.”

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— Continued from page 10 “I provide logistics support for all NAS Oceana squadrons. That could be training, upholding wing policy, or guidance for squadrons — anything they need.” He was also the CSFWL Sailor of the Quarter last year. His motivation has been his wife and two daughters.“My wife and my two girls were super excited when I received the Junior Sailor of the Year award. I got a lot of praise.” A devoted Sailor, Brant is also a busy father.“My daughter is in the EFM [Exceptional Family Member] program, and we have to take her to therapy twice a week. She just turned 4, and my oldest is 6,” said Brant.“I would like to think of myself as a role model for them.” As a father of two, Brant works well with children and would like to further his education to become a teacher. “I’m going to continue that once I get into sea duty.” Also while off duty, Brant spends his time helping out at the Senior Services of Virginia, where he provides nutrition for senior citizens. “I bring them stuff like Ensure to help them with their

nutrition,” said Brant. Brant is now up for orders to his next duty station. “I would like to stay in Virginia for my next orders. There is a lot to do here. I don’t have any preferences on my next ship,” said Brant.“I’m just going to pick one.” “I haven’t had a bad tour yet.All my duty stations have been great for different reasons. My first duty station was a ship, so I got to go overseas and do what I came in the Navy to do.The second one was enjoyable because of the missions we were able to accomplish. This command, I see the LS community in a different perspective. Like sitting here at the wing,I get to see how the squadrons work and how they get ready to go on deployment,” said Brant. “Being an LS, you have to be on point. If someone asks you a question, you have to be able to give them the correct answer,” he added. “Over here [CSFWL], it is a big thing to know how you do your job.You’re not just impacting yourself, you are impacting everyone.I have done this my whole career,and it is nice to finally get recognized for it,” said Brant.

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CVW-3 families holiday celebration

FLEET & FAMILY SUPPORT CENTER WORKSHOPS

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The sight of Santa and all the brightly-colored holiday decorations amazes this little family member from HSC-7 during the Carrier Air Wing 3 Children’s Halfway Holiday Party on Dec. 14. CVW-3 with its attached squadrons of VFA-37, VFA-105 based at Oceana, as well as HSC-7 and VAW-126 at Naval Station Norfolk, joined forces to throw the party last Saturday. The event was held at CNATTU Oceana, where more than 75 children attended, along with their parents/guardians. Children enjoyed face painting, cookie decorating, making crafts, holiday games, great music and dancing, bounce house jumping, and of course, a visit with Santa, where each child received a holiday gift. CVW-3 is deployed on board the USS Harry S. Truman, which left its homeport of Norfolk in July.

DECKPLATE RESOURCE AWARENESS TRAINING Jan. 8 & 9, 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. This training is specifically for second class petty officers in supervisory positions. It provides information on Navy and community resources available to military personnel. Through solution-focused exercises, participants learn techniques that effectively address personnel concerns brought to their attention.

EFFECTIVE RESUME WRITING Jan. 8, 9 a.m. to noon

Whether you are looking for a job or information on career planning, learning through self-assessment will enhance your chances in finding satisfying employment. In this workshop, you will be guided through career choices based on life goals, personal skills, abilities, preferences and work values.

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.

JOB SEARCH STRATEGIES Jan. 7, 9 a.m. to noon

JOB NETWORK Jan. 8, 12 - 1 p.m.

This workshop covers everything from assessing the hidden job market to finding a job long-distance, including job searching on the Internet. Many of the resources and services available to job seekers are also discussed, including major employers in the Hampton Roads area and the Virginia Employment Commission (VEC).

This is a monthly employer panel comprised of three human resource personnel. Ask local and national employers what they like to see on resumes and how to prepare for interviews. Find out about open positions, their application process and what benefits are available.

CHILDREN AND DIVORCE Jan. 7, 3 - 7 p.m.

INTERVIEW TECHNIQUES Jan. 9, 9 a.m. to noon

Topics include positive answers to diffiThis workshop addresses the pain and cult questions,dressing for success,and the loss of a family breakup from the child’s importance of body language and positive perspective. Topics of discussion include attitude. Interview follow-up and salary netypical reactions of children of different gotiations are also discussed. ages, things children need to hear, and what parents can do to help them through the pain. Suggestions for the non-custodial PARENTING TEENS Jan.. 9, 2 - 4:30 p.m. 83’s Chief Petty Officer of the Year, Chief parent are also provided. This workshop presents the physical, Aviation Electrician’s Mate (AE) Dustin Ewcognitive, social and emotional developing. Ewing is from Coldwater, Mich. and en- CAR BUYING STRATEGIES mental characteristics of teens,and parents’ tered the naval service in 2000. He joined Jan. 7, 5 - 6:30 p.m. reactions to the way adolescents handle the Rampagers in 2012 and served as the Looking for a car but don’t want to get maintenance control leading chief petty of- taken for a ride. Learn all the important these changes. Discussion topics include ficer on the squadron’s recent back-to-back do’s and don’ts before you step onto the building healthy relationships, avoiding power struggles and providing guidelines. deployments. car lot in this program. Topics include ne- This is an overview of the in-depth STEP/ Hilliker used the occasion to formally gotiating, trade-ins, discounts, financing, Teen multi-session program. say goodbye to Master Chief Avionics Technician (AW) Jan Hamilton, who led the squadron’s maintenance department over the past few years. In a few moments of Fleet and Family Support Center Oceana is located in Building 531. It offers a variety heartfelt remarks, Hamilton thanked the of programs and workshops to assist active duty and their families. Registration is reRampager family for their support and hard quired for most programs. Call FFSC at 433-2912 for more information or registration, work during his tenure and wished every- unless otherwise noted or register online at www.cnic.navy.mil/navylifema. one the best going forward.

VFA-83 Rampagers: Honoring top Sailors for 2013 — Continued from page 8 has been a critical member of the power plants workcenter since he became a Rampager in 2009, and will soon transfer to VFA-106. Continuing the streak of strong performances by the aviation machinist’s mates, the squadron’s Sailor of the Year is AD1 (AW/SW) Christopher Pratt. Pratt was born in Bradenton, Fla. and joined the Navy in 1995. He has held numerous leadership positions in his time with the Rampagers, including quality assurance leading petty officer (LPO), line division LPO, and power plants workcenter LPO. The final award was presented to VFA-

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The a cappella singing group, the “Hullabahoos” from the University of Virginia will perform at the Sandler Center for Performing Arts Jan. 11. Concert proceeds will support the Wings Over America Scholarship Foundation, which provides scholarships to family members of those associated with naval aviation.

Virginia Beach library programs The following programs are being offered through the Virginia Beach libraries. For more information about an individual activity, contact the specific library. For a complete schedule of monthly events, www.vbgov.com/ libraries.

FINGERTIP LIBRARY (APPS TO ENJOY) Dec. 19, 11 a.m. to noon This training is for adults who would like to learn more about apps and how to use them to enhance their library experience.Program is being held at the Kempsville Area Library. For more information, call 385-2627.

HOLIDAY PJ PARTY Dec. 19, 6 -6:45 p.m. Wear your pajamas at the Kempsville Area Library for this fun party. Online registration is available.All ages are welcome. For more information, call 385-2627.

SEEING BEYOND LOW VISION SUPPORT GROUP Dec. 20, 10:30 a.m. to noon Enjoy a holiday musical celebration at the Bayside Area & Special Services Library. Be prepared to share your singing talent and holiday memories with others. Program is for adults only. For more information, call 3852684.

FROM GARBAGE TO GIFTING Dec. 21, 2 - 3 p.m. Looking for a unique and trendy gift this holiday season? Make it! Up cycle is in-style and an endless resource for amazing, one-of-a-kind gifts. Get ideas, learn some tricks, and make a gift for someone (or for yourself) at this chic, unique program, being held at the Meyera E. Oberndorf Central Library. Online registration is available and program is for teens only. For more information, call 385-0150.

THIRD ANNUAL TEEN DEBATE Dec. 28, 3- 4 p.m. Feel strongly about something? Here’s your chance to make your case at the Bayside Area & Special Services Library. Online registration is available and the program is for ages 12-18. For more information, call 385-2680.

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Hullabahoos concert to benefit Wings Over America Scholarship Foundation Wings Over America Scholarship Foundation (WOASF) will host the a cappella singing group, the “Hullabahoos” from the University of Virginia at the Sandler Center for Performing Arts, Jan. 11 at 7:30 p.m. This performance, in support of the Wings Over America Scholarship Foundation, will be the Hullabahoos first appearance in Hampton Roads.Tickets are $25 and available at www.wingsoveramerica.us. The Sandler Center for Performing Arts is located at 201 Market Street, Virginia Beach. Describing themselves as “a group of guys at the University of Virginia who like to sing other people’s music without instruments and wear robes while we do it,” the 18-member Hullabahoos have performed across the country and beyond. Some of their more memorable appearances include the Hard Rock Café in Manila, Philippines,The George W. Bush 2007 Presidential Dinner at the Washington Convention Center and for President Obama. In 2012, the group made their big screen debut, appearing in the 2012 movie “Pitch Perfect” and a few months later on the television show,“The Office.” The Hullabahoos have recorded 15 studio albums, which have helped the group gain critical acclaim and national attention. Tracks from the group’s albums have been featured on the Best of College A Cappella (BOCA) compilation album six times. Since 2004, the group has been featured on BOCA, won National Collegiate Album of the Year and has been featured by media outlets including GQ, US News & World Report and Good Morning America. For more information on the Hullabahoos, visit the group’s I-Page at hullabahooscom.ipage.com. Now in his senior year, the current president of the Hullabahoos is Sammy Brennan, a Virginia Beach resident and graduate of First Colonial High School and the only Hampton Roads resident in the group. Brennan is a recipient a WOASF scholarship and keenly aware of the benefit and assistance these scholarships provide.

For Marissa Rice of Virginia Beach, the WOASF Scholarships made it possible for her to attend college. When she was a rising junior at Ocean Lakes High School, her parent’s divorce sent the family into a financial tailspin. Along with her mother,Marissa began researching college scholarships and found the Wings Over America Scholarship Foundation. “Winning the scholarships from WOASF afforded me the opportunity to attend Virginia Tech and graduate with a BS in Biological Sciences,” said Rice.“Without support from WOASF, attending college may not have been a possibility.” Now a graduate student in zoology at Oklahoma State University, she captured the prestigious National Science Foundation Graduate Research Fellowship, which is providing her $126,000 to support her graduate research. “The WOASF Scholarships were an integral part of my academic accomplishments,” she added.

About Wings Over America Scholarship Foundation The mission of the WOASF is to provide college scholarships to dependent children and spouses of U.S. Navy personnel from all naval aviation commands, officer and enlisted, active duty, retired, honorably discharged or deceased. Annually Wings Over America Scholarship Foundation sponsors more than 40 scholarships to students who have chosen to continue their education. Scholarship recipients are selected on the basis of scholastic merit, community service and extracurricular activities. Previous recipients have come from not only Hampton Roads, but also worldwide. The foundation has awarded more than $735,000 to outstanding students since its inception in 1987. WOASF is a private, non-profit organization and is directed by a 15-member volunteer board of directors. Support and funding for the foundation comes from private and corporate donations.

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CHRISTMAS TEA Dec. 19, 2 p.m.

SAILING WITH SANTA Dec. 21, 11:30 a.m. to 12:15 p.m.

Join us in the middle of the hustle and bustle for a calming pot of steaming tea and a tray of holiday goodies at the Hunter House Victorian Museum, 240 W. Freemason St., Norfolk. A $15 reservation fee is required. For more information, call 623-9814 or visit www.hunterhousemuseum.org.

Virginia Aquarium is offering the opportunity to Cruise Owls Creek with Santa. Enjoy refreshments, games and activities. Reservations are required. Meet at the dock adjacent to the Bay & Ocean Pavilion.The cost is $14 for members; $17 for non-members and infants up to 12 months free. For more information and reservations, call 3850300 or visit www.virginiaaquarium.com. The Virginia Aquarium is located at 717 General Booth Blvd.,Virginia Beach.

HOLIDAY BRASS CONCERT Dec. 19, 7 p.m. Celebrate the holidays in Chesapeake with the Virginia Symphony Holiday Brass Orchestra’s free concert, at the Chesapeake Conference Center, hosted by Chesapeake Parks and Recreation. Enjoy your favorite holiday selections from classical to contemporary. Doors open at 6:30 p.m. Come early and enjoy the pre-concert sounds of nationally acclaimed Virginia Coast Chorus, under the direction of Cheri Danner, and bid on holiday gift baskets and items from Arts Alive Chesapeake (formerly Chesapeake Friends of the Arts). Additionally, visit and learn about the Chesapeake 9/11 Memorial Project to be built in Chesapeake City Park. Concessions will be available.The conference center is located at 900 Greenbrier Circle. For more information, call 382-6411 or visit www.CityofChesapeake.net/ PRevents.

HOLIDAY CANDLELIGHT STORYTIME Dec. 19, 7 - 8 p.m. Put on your cozy pajamas and come to the PungoBlackwater Library for stories, songs, and fun! Wait for our special guest to show up…Ho Ho Ho! Sponsored by the Teen Advisory Group. Geared to children, ages 0 - 5 with a caregiver. For more information, call 3857790.

POLAR EXPRESS PJS DAY Dec. 21, 9 a.m. to noon To kick off a week-long showing of the movie “Polar Express 3D,” guests who come dressed in family-friendly pajamas to the Virginia Aquarium will receive $5 off general admission or movie combo tickets on Dec. 21. For more information, call 385-0300 or visit www.virginiaaquarium.com.The Virginia Aquarium is located at 717 General Booth Blvd.,Virginia Beach.

COUNTDOWN TO 2014 Dec. 31, 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Children and adults can get ready for the New Year with a party at the Virginia Aquarium. Enjoy games, activities and sparkling non-alcoholic beverages. Party is included with regular admission and will be at the Marsh Pavilion. For more information, call 385-0300 or visit www.virginiaaquarium.com.The Virginia Aquarium is located at 717 General Booth Blvd.,Virginia Beach.

HIGH NOON YEAR’S EVE Dec. 31 The whole family can enjoy this daytime westernthemed New Year’s celebration at the Virginia Living Museum, celebrating the Year of the Horse. Come dressed as a cowpoke. Meet Bubbles the Clown and special animal friends from the Teeny Tiny Farm. Make crafts, play games, enjoy fun activities. $10 in advance, $12 at the door for all special activities. Non-members also pay museum admission. The Virginia Living Museum is located at 524 J. Clyde Morris Blvd.,Newport News. For more information, call 595-1900 or visit www.thevlm.org.

COSMIC NEW YEAR’S EVE PARTY Dec. 31,8 p.m. to 1 a.m.

WWE RETURNS TO HAMPTON Jan. 4, 7:30 p.m. WWE Live returns to the Hampton Coliseum for the first time in almost four years. See all of your favorite WWE superstars in action, including John Cena, CM Punk, World Heavyweight Champion Alberto Del Rio, Paul Heyman, The Wyatt Family and many more. The lineup is subject to change. Doors open at 6 p.m. Ticket prices range from $15 to $95. For more information, visit www.hamptoncoliseum.org or call 838-4203. Hampton Coliseum is located at 1000 Coliseum Drive, Hampton.

STUDENT ART SHOW AT PEMBROKE MALL Through Jan. 29 Artwork created byVirginia Beach City Public Schools (VBCPS) students will deck the halls at Pembroke Mall. For the sixth year, the mall is hosting the Winter Holiday Student Art Show. The exhibit features approximately 200 works of art from students in grades one through 12.The creations are a wide range of media; paintings, drawings, mixed-media and prints.The student exhibit celebrates winter and the holiday season. Pembroke Mall is open Monday through Saturday 10 a.m. to 9 p.m. and Sunday noon to 6 p.m. For more information regarding the Winter Holiday Student Art Show, contact the VBCPS fine arts coordinators at 263-1077.

Scuba Santa

Dam Neck’s Seaside Lanes will be hosting a New Year’s Eve party.There will be unlimited bowling, shoe rentals, all-you-can-eat pizza, and other refreshments including coffee, soft drinks, alcoholic and non-alcoholic champagne at midnight, noisemakers and party favors. Up to six people are allowed per lane. Prepaid reservations requested. Credit cards accepted. Call 492-6341 for more information.

WINTER PLANETARIUM SHOWS HISTORIC 1830 HOUSE TOURS 2 through March 14 Dec. 21, 24, 26, 28, 31; 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Jan. Choose among three shows in the Virginia Living MuVisit the house and grounds of this Federal-style,three story house on the Lynnhaven River.The Ferry Plantation House is located at 4136 Cheswick Lane, Virginia Beach.A $5 fee is required, and members and children younger than 4 are admitted free. For more information, call 473-5182 or visit www.ferryplantation.org.

to museum admission. The Virginia Living Museum is located at 524 J. Clyde Morris Blvd.,Newport News. For more information, call 595-1900 or visit www.thevlm.org.

seum’s Abbitt Planetarium.Introduce your little astronomer to the wonders of the sky with “Friendly Stars.” A staff astronomer takes a tour of the current night sky in “Virginia Skies.”“Dark” is a full dome movie that explores the nature of dark matter, the missing 80 percent of the mass of the universe. The planetarium is open Wednesday through Sunday.Tickets are $4, in addition

Photo by Craig McClure

Find out if the fish have been naughty or nice with Scuba Santa at the Virginia Aquarium. Visit Scuba Santa Dec. 21 and 22, 11 a.m. in the Chesapeake Bay Aquarium at the Bay & Ocean Pavilion. Included with regular admission fees, an educator or volunteer will be present to answer questions. For more information, call 385-0300 or visit or visit www.virginiaaquarium.com. The Virginia Aquarium is located at 717 General Booth Blvd., Virginia Beach.

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SPORTS & FITNESS »»»»»»»»»»»»»»»»»»»» Navy beats Army 34-7; longest winning streak for midshipman BY JESSICA CLARK U.S. Naval Academy Public Affairs ANNAPOLIS, Md. (NNS) — The U.S. Naval Academy Midshipmen beat West Point’s Black Knights, 34-7, at the 114th Army-Navy football game at Lincoln Financial Field in Philadelphia Dec. 14. The Navy football team’s win provided its 12th-straight victory against the Army squad in the annual contest and gained Navy the Commander-in-Chief trophy for the second-straight year. Navy has won the trophy nine times in the last 11 years.The trophy is awarded to the service academy with the most victories in games between the three service academies: Navy,Army and Air Force. Navy’s 12-year winning streak is the longest in the history of the rivalry between Navy and Army,which began in 1890.They lead the series 58-49-7. Navy was the first on the scoreboard with a field goal in the first quarter, bringing the score to 3-0. With 8:15 left in the second quarter, Navy’s Noah Copeland made a 39-yard run for the first touchdown of the game, bringing the score to 10-0.This was a career-long run for Copeland. Still in the 2nd quarter, Navy quarterback Keenan Reynolds, of Antioch, Tenn., ran 47 yards for another touchdown against Army.The extra point left the game at 17-0 at halftime. In the 3rd quarter,West Point cadet Angel Santiago put Army on the scoreboard with a touchdown plus the extra point, leaving the score at 17-7. Navy quickly answered back with a 34-yard field goal, extending its lead to 20-7 with just over a minute left in the quarter. Early in the 4th quarter, Navy’s Reynolds made his 28th rushing touchdown this season, breaking the NCAA single-season record for most rushing touchdowns by a quarterback, formerly shared by Kansas State quarterback Collin Klein and former

midshipman quarterback Ricky Dobbs. With the score at 28-7 after the twopoint conversion, and wintry weather getting increasingly worse, Navy finished with Reynolds’ third rushing touchdown and 29th of the season with only 46 seconds left in the game. The Navy victory ups their season’s record to 8-4 while Army’s record drops to 3-9.The midshipmen will move on to face Middle Tennessee in the Armed Forces Bowl Dec. 30 in Fort Worth,Texas.

Naval Academy Midshipman running back Noah Copeland runs the ball to score the Navy’s first touchdown. Naval Academy Midshipman quarterback Keenan Reynolds secures the ball for the Navy’s second touchdown during the 114th Army-Navy Game at the Lincoln Financial Field in Philadelphia Dec. 14. The Navy won 347, extending their winning streak against the Army for the 12th straight year.

DoD photos by Marvin Lynchard

Naval Academy Midshipman quarterback and most valuable player, Keenan Reynolds, a sophomore from Antioch, Tenn., runs the ball for the Navy’s second touchdown while U.S. Military Academy Black Knight linebacker and senior Justin Trimble, an Ashburn, Va. native, pursues during the game.

The U.S. Naval Academy Midshipmen football team takes the field to begin the 114th ArmyNavy Game at the Lincoln Financial Field in Philadelphia Dec. 14.

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Team FRCMA runs, walks to support Arthritis Foundation BY ADC (AW/SW) Q. M. TRIPLETT Fleet Readiness Center Mid-Atlantic Public Affairs Officer “Team FRCMA,” which consisted of five Fleet Readiness Center Mid Atlantic (FRCMA) Norfolk Sailors and six FRCMA Oceana Sailors, faced the brisk morning to participate in the Arthritis Foundation’s Jingle Bell 5K at Old Dominion University in Norfolk on Nov. 23 at 9:30 a.m. The results included Team FRCMA members as top finishers; male finishers included AD2 (AW) Marlon Dizon from FRCMA Oceana, who crossed the finish line at 27:19, 8th place for age group 30-34;AT2(AW) Joshua Ellis from FRCMA Norfolk at 24:19, 4th place for age group 25-29; AT3(AW) Derek Pelletier from FRCMA Norfolk at 25:59, 7th place for age group 25-29; and ASCM(AW/SW) Bruce Lemond from FRCMA Oceana at 30:41, 5th place for age group 45-49. Top female finishers included AD1(AW) Caitlin Addams from FRCMA Oceana at 34:04, 18th place for age group 25-29; HM1(SW) Bethany Hicks from VFA-83 at 34:04, 18th place for age group 30-34; AS2(AW) Anastasia Bozeman from FRCMA Oceana,the team captain,at 31:35,12th

Hair of the Dog 5K Come on out and celebrate your New Year with a race that has a little something for everyone with a competitive 5K race, 5K walking category, fun and festive formal wear race division (pajamas allowed),weight challenge division, and kid’s fun run. Hair of the Dog 5K will be held Jan.1,10 a.m. at Mount Trashmore Park in Virginia Beach. Participants are encouraged to compete in their formal wear from the night before and vie for overall male and female awards in this division. It looks best if the outfit appears to be slept in.The kid’s mile will start at 11 a.m. and will consist of one loop around the hills. The race features a 5K competitive run with awards for top three overall male and female and awards for top three in each age group. There will also be a 5K competitive walk with awards for top three male and female walkers. Online registration and more information, is available at www.hairofthedog.mettleevents.com.

Photos provided PHOTOS, LEFT: Team FRC captain AZ2 (AW) Anastasia Bozeman (l) enjoys the Arthritis Foundation’s Jingle Bell 5K at Old Dominion University in Norfolk Nov. 23. RIGHT: Some of Team FRC, including ASCM (AW/SW) Bruce Lemond, AZ2 (AW) Kara Nelson, HM1 (SW) Bethany Hicks, AD1 (AW) Caitlin Addams, AD2(AW) Marlon Dizon and Bozeman pose for a picture after the race. place for age group 30-34; and AZ2(AW) Kara Nelson from FRCMA Oceana who received a medal for coming in 2nd place for her age group 20-24, crossing the finish line at 25:45. The other Sailors who walked the event, which was not timed, had their pups in tow for the fight to find a cure. “Team FRCMA” raised $479 of the $41,930 total for the Arthritis Foundation and did a great job individually and as a team. The Arthritis Foundation’s mission is to improve lives through leadership in the prevention, control and cure of arthritis and related diseases. The Arthritis Foundation’s vision is to create a world free of arthritis pain. The longheld stigma of arthritis as a disorder affecting only the elderly is false. This terribly debilitating disease can mani-

new personal record. Run through 2.014 miles of spectacular light displays in Norfolk Botanical Garden! The event will be from 4 - 7 p.m. on New Year’s day. The Garden 2.014 Fun Run is a new fundraising event for Norfolk Botanical Garden. See the Dominion Garden of Lights annual light show extravaganza like you’ve never seen it before. Event includes a kids’ dash, special entertainment, food and beverages. For more information, call 441-5830 ext. 319 or email cathy.fitzgerald@nbgs.org.

Distance series The Tidewater Striders will be hosting the annual distance series runs at Dismal Swamp Canal Trail in Chesapeake. Jan.4,9 a.m.- 10 & 6 mile;Jan.25,9 a.m.- 15 & 9 mile and Feb. 22, 9 a.m. - 20 & 12 mile For more information, call 377-1269 or 681-0248, or email sharonrodier@cox.net or jphelanrun@gmail.com.

Garden of Lights 2.014 Run Kick off the New Year in a fun, healthy way and set a

34th Annual Virginia Duals

fest in multiple forms, at any age. Arthritis can take many forms, but three of the most common diseases that make up arthritis are: Osteoarthritis (OA), the most common form of arthritis, is a progressive degenerative joint disease characterized by the breakdown of joint cartilage associated with risk factors, such as overweight/obesity, history of joint injury and age. Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA) is a systemic disease characterized by the inflammation of the membranes lining the joint, which causes pain, stiffness, warmth, swelling and sometimes severe joint damage. Juvenile Arthritis (JA) is an umbrella term used to describe the many autoimmune and inflammatory conditions that can develop in children ages 16 and younger. The Peninsula Wrestling Association hosts the 34th Annual Virginia Duals Wrestling Tournament at the Hampton Coliseum Jan. 10 - 11. The team advancement concept started in Hampton, Virginia with the Virginia Duals in 1981 and is now used by Virginia and many other states to determine the best high school team in the state. The National College Wrestling Coaches Association also recognized the value of the Team Advancement concept and now has the National Dual Team Championships to recognize the best college team in the nation.The Virginia Duals Wrestling Tournament is the largest college and high school tournament in the world. Hampton Coliseum.Admission Fee. For more information, call 838-4203 or visit www.virginiaduals.org.

Free Yoga Class The International Yoga Institute at Wareing’s Gym in Virginia Beach invites all military personnel and military spouses to a free yoga class, held every Wednesday from 6:30 - 7:30 p.m. and every Saturday from 9 - 10 a.m. Come experience yoga with Grand Master Adam Nguyen, who has developed a unique and innovative system based on Royal Yoga and his experience practicing and teaching yoga, meditation, and martial arts. For more information, call, text, or email Mari Mann at (252) 722-1690 or email marimann@cox.net.

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