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Editors Note: This story is part of an ongoing series that covers many of the cities surrounding Langley Air Force Base and Fort Eustis. It isn’t often that a person gets the opportunity to walk the same streets as George Washington. Fortunately, for residents of York County, this unique experience is an everyday occurrence. Located on the Virginia Peninsula between the James and York Rivers, the 108-square-mile county also boasts more than 200 miles of coastline. “Our entire waterfront area was developed in 2005 to include both shopping and dining options for our guests,” said Kristi Olsen, York County tourism development manger. “We also have events held there round that are free to attend.” Waterfront visitors can participate in guided tours, as well as fishing or sailing charters – all of which are offered at a minimum 10 percent discount for military personnel and their families. York County also includes miles of sandy beaches, perfect for a day in the sun with the family. “If you are a beach lover, our beach is a gem that not many people know about,” said James Noel, York County Office of Economic Development director. “It’s got great amenities, and the opportunities are endless.” Visitors can also check out the Waterman’s Museum, which showcases the lifestyle of those who make their living on the Yorktown waterfront. The influence of those early watermen, featured by the museum, is still present, in the form of seafood processing and ship building and repair.

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Historic Yorktown offers visitors a glimpse of history as they walk the same streets as Gen. George Washington and learn about the American Revolution and Civil War. It is also home to the world class museum, Yorktown Victory Center, which is a living-history museum.

Just a few blocks from the waterfront sits the Yorktown Victory Center, Historic Yorktown and the Yorktown Battlefield. Some history showcased at these museums include how the port of Yorktown, which still remains the seat of government, was the site of the final battle of the American Revolution. Yorktown also played an important role during the Civil War, serving as a major port to supply both northern and southern towns, depending on who held the city at the time. “Yorktown Victory Center [is a recreated living history museum] and the Yorktown battlefield are both world-class museums,” said Olsen. “They do a phenomenal job of bringing history alive.” Additionally, the Victory Center mu-

seum focuses on all aspects of the Civil War and is currently building a brand new museum, called “The American Revolution Museum,” which will feature artifacts telling the whole story of the Revolutionary War. According to the Yorktown tourism website, visitors wanting to tour Historic Yorktown should begin their visit inside The Gallery at York Hall, where they can pick up brochures, maps, coupons and hop on a free trolley to see points of interest, attractions and museums. To show their appreciation of Service members and their families, York County offers military members free admission on July Fourth, Memorial Day, Yorktown day and Veterans Day. SEE YORK PAGE 11

Oct. 17, 1781: The Siege of Yorktown

The Siege of Yorktown was a decisive victory by a combined force of American Continental Army troops led by General George Washington and French Army troops led by the Comte de Rochambeau over a British Army commanded by British lord and Lieutenant General, Charles Cornwallis. As the culmination of the Yorktown campaign, the siege proved to be the last major land battle of the American

Revolutionary War in North America. On the morning of Oct. 17, 1781, after heavy bombardment and increased attacks by American and French forces, as well as the unsuccessful evacuation and escape attempt across the York River by the British, Cornwallis surrendered at Yorktown. The capture of both him and his army prompted the British government to negotiate an end to the conflict.

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3HUVRQQHO LQIRUPDWLRQ GXULQJ JRYHUQPHQW VKXWGRZQ From the 633rd Air Base Wing Public Affairs Office The government shutdown is still in effect. Fortunately, nearly 90 percent of furloughed Department of Defense civilian employees were asked to return to work per guidance from Secretary of Defense Chuck Hagel. This includes most civilians working at Joint Base Langley-Eustis. “This is significant because our civilian workforce contributes extraordinary talent, commitment and mission expertise in support of our Service members and our mission,” said Col. John J. Allen Jr., 633rd Air Base Wing commander. Still, while several services around both installations returned to normal earlier this week, many others remain affected by the shutdown.

Military and civilian pay As of press time, the Defense Finance and Accounting Service confirmed that military and civilian members will receive their pay on time under the Pay for Our Military Act signed by the president Sept. 30. DFAS was given authority to pay primarily all military pay and allowances for Oct. 15 payments, with primary exclusions including inactive duty training (IDT) activities. “POMA allows us to provide pay and allowances for civilians who provide support for members of the Armed Forces,” said Robert Hale, DOD comptroller and chief financial officer. Pay for the four furlough days will be delayed until a budget or continuing resolution funding government operations is passed and signed into law. “From day one, our primary focus has been to rapidly get as many people back to work as soon as possible, and we will continue those efforts. We are a team, a family - [we] always have been,” said Eric K. Fanning, acting secretary of the Air Force. “We will not be a fully-functioning organization until the last member returns.” Health care benefits continue, regardless of furlough status, according to the Office of Personnel Management’s guidance on emergency furlough procedures. During furlough, unpaid health, vision and dental premiums are paid in full when normal pay resumes.

According to Army and Air Force PCS move guidance, no stop movements have been issued. Service members who had PCS orders in hand prior to Oct. 1 will be allowed to proceed with their PCS. As of press time, PCS orders dated on or after Oct. 1 for technical or flying training, accessions and separations are authorized. No other PCS orders will be authenticated until obligation authority is received. All other Service members should continue with the PCS process, but must wait for funding to be authenticated before they are able to complete their move. Continual communication with outbound assignment personnel is highly encouraged. Moves with an order date on or after Oct. 1 will be limited as follows: ■ Moves to an excepted activity will continue. ■ Moves from an excepted activity will continue only to the extent the commander of the excepted activity determines it essential to the mission or required to enhance support. ■ Accession and training moves associated with recruitment and initial entry raining will continue, along with subsequent movement to first station. ■ All movements to comply with separation instructions will continue.

Thrift Savings Plan

Temporary Duty (TDY) travel

The Thrift Savings Plan and Federal Employees Retirement System, which are part of civilian employees’ retirement benefits, will continue investment activities during the government shutdown, even if contributions from civilians cease, according to a release from the Thrift Savings Plan board.

All TDY travel must be approved by a wing commander or higher. The only travel currently being approved is for those in direct support of the war in Afghanistan, or travel related to safety of life and property protection, and travel related to foreign relations.

Permanent change of station (PCS) travel

Commissaries

Morale, welfare and recreation and non-appropriated fund activities

Stateside commissaries that closed due to the government shutdown resumed normal operations effective Oct. 7. While commissaries are back to their normal operating schedules, it may take three to five business days to get the shelves fully stocked, depending on store size.

Operations necessary to support “excepted activities” (activities or programs that were not affected by furlough or shutdown) will continue. Examples of these excepted activities include operation of dining facilities, physical training and child care activities required to support readiness.

Local installation updates ID and Access Services Langley Military Personnel Flight ■ MPF Customer Service functions will remain shut down until further notice. ■ No change in normal operations of the Force Management, Career Development and NAF HR offices. ■ For more information, contact 2251816. Fort Eustis Military ID Services Operating normally.

The following facilities on JBLE have resumed operations after the civilian recall: Langley: ■ Airman and Family Readiness Center ■ Bateman Library ■ Commissary ■ Travel Management Office ■ U.S. Air Force Hospital Langley Fort Eustis: ■ Army Community Service ■ Commissary ■ McDonald Army Health Center ■ Travel Management Office

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DeployedFeature Senior Airman John Justiniano opens a valve to control the amount of liquid oxygen filling a cart at the 379th Air Expeditionary Wing in Southwest Asia, Oct. 1. Cryogenics technicians work suited from head to toe, protecting them from serious injuries caused by the extreme temperatures of the substances they handle. Justiniano is a 379th ELRS cryogenics technician deployed from Joint Base Langley-Eustis and hails from New York City, N.Y.The 379th Expeditionary Logistics Readiness Squadron cryogenics shop applies practical uses of this science supporting operations through the entire U.S. Air Forces Central Command area of responsibility.

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In the sci-fi realm, cryogenics is popularly used in preserving human remains to be revived in another era. As fascinating as the concept of life after ice may be, the 379th Expeditionary Logistics Readiness Squadron cryogenics shop applies practical uses of this science supporting operations through the entire U.S. Air Forces Central Command area of responsibility. “Liquid oxygen is mainly used for aircraft to support the breathing systems and liquid nitrogen is typically used to cool down equipment,” said Senior Airman John Justiniano, a 379th ELRS cryogenics technician deployed from Joint Base Langley-Eustis, and hails from New York City, N.Y. Cryogenics technicians work with compressed gases, specifically oxygen and nitrogen that are cooled to extreme, low temperatures causing them to liquefy. In this state, technicians are able to maintain and distribute the substances as needed to support var-

“Liquid oxygen is mainly used for aircraft to support the breathing systems and liquid nitrogen is typically used to cool down equipment.” — Senior Airman John Justiniano 379th ELRS cryogenics technician deployed from Joint Base Langley-Eustis ious missions. “Nothing would be able to fly if you didn’t have oxygen,” said Master Sgt. Charles Russell, 379th ELRS cryogenics noncommissioned officer in charge, deployed from Dover Air Force Base, Del., and a Syracuse, N.Y., native. “Nearly every weapon system we have uses liquid oxygen for both the crew and the passengers; so you wouldn’t be able to air transport anything out of here or anywhere in the AOR without it.” SEE CRYOGENIC PAGE 9


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Millions of Americans are victims of identity theft and credit fraud each year, and Airmen are no exception. Identity theft occurs when someone steals another’s personal information and uses it without permission. Credit fraud happens when someone steals another’s credit information and opens accounts in that name. Resolving these issues not only takes time and money, but can also leave victims with damaged finances and credit histories. Thieves are resourceful, with many ways of finding or acquiring user’s personal information. While there is no way to completely prevent identity theft and credit fraud, there are ways to reduce the risk of either happening.

Preventative measures Protecting personal information before a problem arises can decrease the chances of becoming a victim of identity theft or credit fraud. Some of these easy steps can become regular habits that make the theft of personal identity more difficult for potential thieves. ■ Destroy records containing personal information. Many thieves obtain personal information by rummaging through garbage, both personal and private. Consider shredding or tearing up any credit card statements, paid bills, documents containing your personal information, and even junk mail with names and addresses on them. ■ Secure mail. Thieves may attempt to access mailboxes and their contents before the mail carrier, so regularly checking and emptying mailboxes is critical. Additionally, consider locking mailboxes or obtaining a post office box for increased security. Mailing bill payments and financially-sensitive items from a secured mailbox or post office can also limit thieves’ ability to access these items. ■ Protect Social Security numbers. Social Security numbers are among the most personally identifiable pieces of information – and can provide the

Many thieves obtain personal information by rummaging through garbage, both personal and private. Consider shredding or tearing up any credit card statements, paid bills, documents containing your personal information, and even junk mail with names and addresses on them. gateway to a victim’s identity. Do not carry Social Security cards in purses or wallets, as they can easily be stolen or lost. Service members should avoid showing their military IDs for identification purposes, as their SSN may be printed on the back. Consider using another form of state-issued identification instead. ■ Monitor credit reports. Each person is entitled to one free annual credit report from each of the three reporting agencies: Experian, TransUnion, and Equifax. To request a report, visit AnnualCreditReport.com or call 1-877-322-8228. Users may also request a free report from each agency on a rotating basis, allowing them to check every four months. Checking more than once a year can allow users to spot discrepancies or alerts early. Review the report carefully for problems, be able to identify and recognize each account on the report, and keep alert for any unauthorized credit checks. This can be the first sign of an identity issue. When requesting a report, users

will have to provide their name, address, SSN, date of birth, and answers to personal questions regarding their financial history. Each company may ask different questions to ensure security. Companies may charge a fee for additional reports. To request a report, contact: Equifax: 1-800-685-1111 or www.equifax.com; Experian: 1-888-397-3742 or www.experian.com; or TransUnion: 1-800-9168800 or www.transunion.com. ■ Closely monitor credit card statements and bank accounts. Look for unauthorized and unrecognized charges or withdrawals on bank statements. Thieves may only need a credit card number to make purchases, without stealing other elements of a user’s identity. Banks sometimes monitor for such fraudulent charges, but it is ultimately the cardholder’s responsibility to report problems. Do not rely on the bank to check on accounts.

Signs of a Problem As you are taking the recommended steps to prevent the theft of your information, it is important to be on guard for any signs of a problem so you can spot it early. Watch for unexplained charges to or withdrawals from your bank accounts, unfamiliar accounts or charges on your credit report, or debt collector calls regarding debts that you didn’t incur. Also look out for IRS notices indicating that multiple tax returns were filed under your name for the same year, as a thief may be trying to obtain a refund. Immediately check your accounts if you receive notice of a data breach or security compromise at a company where you do business or have an account. Finally, be on the lookout for merchants not accepting your checks, medical providers sending you bills for services you didn’t use, or health plans rejecting your insurance claims because records indicate you have already reached your benefit limit. These may all be signs that someone is attempting to use your information. SEE IDENTITY PAGE 7


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Steps to take If users suspect their identity or information has been stolen, there are several steps to take as soon as possible. â&#x2013; Contact the credit reporting agencies. Upon noticing a problem, users should call one of the reporting agencies to ask them to put an initial fraud alert on their credit report. This agency will alert other agencies, making it harder for thieves to open more accounts in the userâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s name. Any business must verify a userâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s identity by contacting them before it issuing credit if there is an alert on the userâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s account. Ensure agencies have correct contact information. For civilians, this alert will remain on their account for 90 days, renewable for an additional 90 days after that period expires. Active duty Service members can request an Active Duty Fraud Alert that lasts one year. If a user provides evidence, such as a police report, they can request that the alert last for seven years. An alert also entitles users to request an additional free credit report from each of the reporting agencies, even if they have already requested a free annual report. Record the date of the call, and keep copies of any correspondence. â&#x2013; Contact the companies through which the thieves opened accounts. Users can call the company involved and ask to speak to their fraud or security departments to report the fraud. If there is an unauthorized charge on their bank account or credit card, account holders should call the bank involved to request that those charges be removed. Record the dates of any conversations or letters, follow up all oral communication in writing, and keep copies of all correspondence. Send all correspondence by certiďŹ ed mail, and ask for a return receipt. â&#x2013; File an Identity Theft Report. Even though it is very difďŹ cult to catch a thief who, by deďŹ nition, is not using his own identity, ďŹ ling a report with the Federal Trade Commission and local law enforcement will help protect users going forward. Users can use these reports to get fraudulent information removed from credit reports, stop debt collection resulting from the theft, place an extended fraud alert on credit reports, and get information from companies about accounts opened or misused. To ďŹ le a complaint with the FTC, visit www.ftc.gov/ complaint, complete as much of the form as possible, and save the complaint reference number. Save and/or print a copy of the afďŹ davit. Users can also call the FTC at 1-877438-4338 or 1-866-653-4261 to give their report to a representative. Ask for a copy of the reference number and afďŹ davit password, as users can go online and print a copy of your afďŹ davit. Next, ďŹ le a police report. Bring a copy of the afďŹ davit, any other proof of the theft, a governmentissued photo ID, and proof of address to the police department. Ask for a copy of the report for records. By taking preventative measures and remaining vigilant, users can greatly reduce the risk of becoming a victim of identity theft and credit fraud. However, there is no way to completely prevent identity theft and credit fraud. For assistance, make an appointment to visit the Law Center during legal assistance hours by calling 764-3277.

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Flood water churned violently beneath the Boeing CH-47 Chinook helicopterâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s twin rotors as it cut through the smoky skyline. After landing on the torn but level concrete near a local community center, its ramp lowered and Soldiers began unloading much-needed supplies. For the Soldiers on board, this mission was only the latest in a long line of tasks, ranging from casualty evacuation to ďŹ reďŹ ghting. While most aviation units have separate attack, troop transport and medical helicopters, allowing them to accomplish special missions, the 5th Battalion, 159th Aviation Regiment, stationed at Fort Eustis, is different from every other brand of aviation unit. They can do it all. â&#x20AC;&#x153;This airframe can do pretty much whatever we need it to do,â&#x20AC;? said U.S. Army Capt. Hector Rodriguez, 159th Avn. Reg., B Company commander. The CH-47 can carry up to 33 personnel, 20,000 pounds internally or externally and, with the proper load out, it can even help ďŹ ght ďŹ res. Rodriguez said the CH-47 airframe is perfect for the unit, which ďŹ nds itself lifting off when others need support. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Our main mission has always been heavy-lift transportation,â&#x20AC;? said Rodriguez. â&#x20AC;&#x153;When your standard convoys canâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t reach a location, like in the Afghan mountains, we are called in to get the troops what they need to succeed.â&#x20AC;? With the ability to also carry containers externally, the CH-47 can haul anything from standard shipping containers to humvees - and everything in between. The CH-47 can also handle environmental restraints better than other choppers, said Rodriguez. â&#x20AC;&#x153;When other choppers like [Sikorsky UH-60] Blackhawks go up against the dry, hot conditions in a desert-combat environment, their lift capabilities are severely limit-

ed,â&#x20AC;? said Rodriguez. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Al-though the CH-47 may be on nditions, it can still affected by the adverse conditions, errs, and that means carry more than its brothers, err, putting fewer of the cargo can go out faster, our Soldiers in danger.â&#x20AC;? in n-rotor helicopter The sight of a big twin-rotor ng g to some, but a may not be intimidating yb bus.â&#x20AC;? If space alCH-47 is not just a â&#x20AC;&#x153;sky co ommodate a door lows, the CH-47 can accommodate t chopper and gunner on the ramp off the d right i h sides id off the h on the forward left and craft. Furthermore, units can customize their birds with under-the-seat and doormounted Kevlar plates to protect the Service members on board. Regardless of its defensive and offensive capabilities, CH-47â&#x20AC;&#x2122;s are not limited to a combat theater. Since late 2010, the unitâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s mission encompasses humanitarian

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U.S. Army Sgt. 1st Class Jason Loveday, 5th Battalion, 159th Aviation Regiment, D Company platoon sergeant, inspects a Boeing CH-47 Chinook helicopter after maintenance at Fort Eustis, Oct. 3. CH-47â&#x20AC;&#x2122;s are mainly used to transport cargo internally and externally with the use of sling loads.

cy response under Fort Eustisâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; Joint Task Force Civil Support unit. â&#x20AC;&#x153;After 9/11 and Hurricane Katrina, the Army saw the need to provide aid i i ll damaged d d to critically areas,â&#x20AC;? said Rodriguez. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Of course, given the diverse capabilities of our CH47â&#x20AC;&#x2122;s, we were picked to ďŹ ll the spot.â&#x20AC;? Instead of landing troops and artillery placements, the twin-rotor chopper can be used for standard cargo transport, ďŹ reďŹ ghting and casualty evactuation. â&#x20AC;&#x153;In the unfortunate event of a mass casualty situation, standard medical evacuation might not be expedient enough to save as many lives as possible,â&#x20AC;? said Rodriguez. â&#x20AC;&#x153;In that instance, my guys can load up our birds with litters and pick up all the people we can and transport them to a medical facility.â&#x20AC;? While the crew cannot provide as much medical attention as a medevac helicopter, it can still move casualties to a better location for treatment. Luckily for the unit, the chopper also has the ability to prevent mass casualty. With the ability to carry about 2,000 pounds of water, CH-47â&#x20AC;&#x2122;s have been used to put out forest and structural ďŹ res. â&#x20AC;&#x153;If the emergency encompasses ďŹ re, you can guarantee we will have our ďŹ re buckets ready to deploy,â&#x20AC;? said Rodriguez. â&#x20AC;&#x153;If we arrive on scene right after the onset of a disaster, our ability to dump literally thousands of gallons of water can prevent casualties.â&#x20AC;? Once on site, Rodriguez and his team usually plan for 72 hours of ďŹ re prevention and casualty evacuation. Afterward, the unit stays as long as necessary to accommodate supply and personnel transport until the federal government or local civil authorities

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Members of a CH-47 Chinook helicopter, with 1st Battalion, 214th Aviation Regiment, lift an M777, 155 mm howitzer, assigned to 2nd Battalion, 12th Field Artillery Regiment, 4th Stryker Brigade Combat Team, 2nd Infantry Division in an artillery raid supporting the brigade offensive operations during Exercise Raider Focus at Yakima Training Center, Wash., Jan. 30, 2012. Although CH-47â&#x20AC;&#x2122;s are not traditionally offensive combat platforms, they have hardpoints to mount three gunners and Kevlar plates for additional protection.

can take over without military assistance. Once local authorities can take over and the order comes down to pack up and head out, the twin rotors will turn, lifting the 159th off until they are needed again to transport supplies, ďŹ ght ďŹ res and most importantly â&#x20AC;&#x201C; save lives.

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CRYOGENIC FROM PAGE 4 Every day, the cryogenics shop supplies an average of 150 gallons of liquid oxygen to aircraft at the 379th Air Expeditionary Wing and ships an average of 12,000 gallons of liquid oxygen and about 800 gallons of liquid nitrogen each month to other bases in the region. Additionally, liquid oxygen is provided to medical evacuation teams to support critical patient care, Russell added. As the hub for receipt, maintenance and shipping of liquid oxygen and nitrogen, the 379th ELRS cryogenics shop saves the Air Force approximately $802,000 each year. All of the products are purchased locally and then air lifted to forward operating bases saving time and money needed to convoy trucks in and out of those locations, Russell explained. They also perform all of the sampling and maintenance, eliminating other cost factors. Upon delivery, the cryogenics Airmen take a gas sample from the truck and send it to the Air Force Petroleum Agency Fuels Laboratory for testing. “We have to make sure the sample is good and there are no contaminates prior to filling our tanks with the gas,” Justiniano said. “If there are contaminates, we have to deny it and get another receipt.” When tanks are needed to support operations, they are filled, inspected and staged at the cargo yard, he explained. The team is also responsible for hooking the tanks to the aircraft prior to take off. Cryogenics technicians work suited from head to toe protecting them from serious injuries caused by the extreme temperatures of the substances they handle. Comparable to a burn one could sustain from a fire, cryogenic burns can freeze and kill human skin and tissues. “It’s never fun to wear a snow suit when it’s 115 degrees outside, but for safety reasons, we do it anyway,” Russell said. “From hearing protection to the face shield; wearing personal protective equipment is a necessity. It’s like a football player wearing a helmet - you’ve got to wear it.” These Airmen provide a crucial product directly supporting air operations throughout the AOR. “My team works very hard every day to get the mission done,” Russell said. “Since our arrival, those who had little or no experience have become expert technicians who now complete the mission and make it look easy.”

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Joyce Richmond, mother of U.S.Air Force Chief Master Sgt. Denise â&#x20AC;&#x153;Mikâ&#x20AC;? Mikolajczyk, putts a golf ball during the 5th annual Langley Chief's Group â&#x20AC;&#x153;Chief Mikâ&#x20AC;? Golf Tournament at Langley Air Force Base, Oct. 4.The tournament is held in honor of the late Chief Mik.

The Langley Chiefs Group held the annual â&#x20AC;&#x153;Chief Mikâ&#x20AC;? Golf Tournament at the Eaglewood Golf Course at Langley Air Force Base, Oct. 4. Approximately 100 golfers attended the tournament, raising more than $2,900 to aid Langleyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s enlisted Airmen with scholarship programs, morale initiatives, ďŹ nancial aid, base and community activities and awards ceremonies. The tournament, named after U.S. Air Force Chief Master Sgt. Denise Mikolajczyk, or â&#x20AC;&#x153;Chief Mik,â&#x20AC;? who died in 2009 as a result of a benign tumor blocking her mitral valve, pays homage to her positive inďŹ&#x201A;uence and contributions to the Air Force. Those who knew Chief Mik regarded her as a model servant leader who always put Airmen ďŹ rst. Before pass-

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Residents take advantage of the beach front in Yorktown, Oct. 2, 2013.The beach front is part of more than 200 miles of coastline available in York County.

YORK FROM PAGE 2 “With so much history available, you can say that the military is built into the fabric of York County,” Noel said. “We welcome and embrace the military and we have many citizens that live in York County that are prior military.” For those who love the outdoors, York offers six parks throughout the county. Two of the main parks in York County are Back Creek Park and New Quarter Park which offer a wide range of activities. Back Creek Park offers tennis courts, a tennis practice wall, picnic areas with grills and a boat launch with kayak access. New Quarter Park offers hiking trails, Segway tours, mountain-bike trails, geocaching and a disc-golf course. If you love the outdoors but prefer to be a bit more active in sporting leagues, check out the York County Sports Complex. The complex features many different field types, including three lighted athletic fields, two for instructional soccer, four for regulation soccer, five for youth baseball and softball, one for adult softball and one for adult baseball.Additionally, park amenities include three concession and restroom buildings, playgrounds, 31 picnic shelters, vending machines, more than two miles of multi-purpose paths and a bike lane. From fishing, dining, shopping, sports, biking to just spending the day at the beach, York County is sure to have something the whole family can enjoy. For more information, visit www.visityorktown.org. For comprehensive lists of all the businesses in York County and specials, sales and unique offerings, visit www.keepitinyorkcounty.com.

GOLF FROM PAGE 10 “She was always trying to help somebody,” said Richmond. “The whole time Denise was in the Air Force, she [took care of] her fellow Airmen.” Although Richmond is proud of her daughter’s legacy, she’s more pleased the tournament reminds people of the importance Chief Mik placed in helping those in need. “It’s absolutely marvelous that the Chief’s Group named this tournament after Denise,” said Richmond. “This is our fifth year here, and it’s [inspiring] to see new people each time who have heard about her. I think the fact the tournament benefits enlisted personnel is the best possible memorial for Denise. That’s what she would have wanted.”

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Jim Taccogno, a Joint Base Langley-Eustis spouse who suffers from ulcerative Colitis, carries his 20-monthold daughter, Jonsie, during the â&#x20AC;&#x153;Take Steps for Crohnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s & colitis Walk,â&#x20AC;? which took place at MountTrashmore in Virginia Beach, Oct. 6. Jonsie, Jim and his wife, U.S. Air Force Capt. Charee Taccogno, 633rd Medical Group family health clinic registered nurse, were part of a team from Langley Air Force Base who came to support the event.

â&#x20AC;&#x153;The hardest thing is the pain in my m joints. There are times when I can nâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t even move in the morning.â&#x20AC;? Jim Taccogno, a Joint Base Langley-Eustis spouse who suffers from m ulcerative colitis, shook his head as a he described living with the diseasse for more than a decade. Between th he embarrassing and frequent restroom m breaks, abdominal cramps and paiin, Jim said he was ready to take a stan nd against the disease. He decided to take that stand Occt. 6. As Survivorâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s â&#x20AC;&#x153;Eye of the Tigerrâ&#x20AC;? blasted through speakers at the starrting line at Mount Trashmore, in Viirginia Beach. Jim, his family and a team m of supporters from Langley Air Forcce Base, joined a large crowd of peop ple walking to combat Crohnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s diseasse and ulcerative colitis. The event, known as the â&#x20AC;&#x153;Take Step ps for Crohnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s & Colitis Walk,â&#x20AC;? was spon nsored by the Crohnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s and Colitis Foun ndation of America, a non-proďŹ t, volun nteer-driven organization committed to ďŹ nding cures for both diseases. Crohnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s disease is a chronic inďŹ&#x201A;am mmatory condition that affects the entiire gastrointestinal tract. colitis is a sim milar condition that affects only the colo on. Both diseases are often difďŹ cult to diagnose, leaving affected individuals in in ntense, sometimes debilitating, pain. Jim has been dealing with colitis since he was diagnosed a decade ago. Since then, he has experienced a multitude of symptoms on a rollercoaster of intenssity. After Jim and his family moved to Viirginia, his colitis intensiďŹ ed to the poin nt where he had to be hospitalized. â&#x20AC;&#x153;I was using the restroom about 25 2 times a day, nearly every hour,â&#x20AC;? he saiid. â&#x20AC;&#x153;I could barely move. I wasnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t sleepin ng. My joints hurt so bad I couldnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t eveen chew a banana.â&#x20AC;?

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â&#x20AC;&#x153;Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s very hard to cope sometimes. Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s hard living with someone who is in chronic pain. We canâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t really be spontaneous.â&#x20AC;? â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Air Force Capt. Charee Taccogno 633rd Medical Group family health clinic registered nurse

After checking into U.S. Air Force Hospital Langley, Jim was diagnosed with severe dehydration and referred to a specialist in Richmond. So far, the treatments have been yielding posi-

tive results, but the Taccognos are well aware that colitis can be a degenerative disease. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s very hard to cope sometimes,â&#x20AC;? said Jimâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s wife, Air Force Capt. Charee Taccogno, 633rd Medical Group family health clinic registered nurse. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s hard living with someone who is in chronic pain. We canâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t really be spontaneous.â&#x20AC;? For Jim, colitis has limited his ability to hold a normal job, enjoy family outings and play tennis at the level he was accustomed at prior to his diagnosis. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Iâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ve been playing tennis my whole life,â&#x20AC;? he said. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Now, I have to teach myself what my new 100 percent is.

There are a lot of times I come home completely exhausted because I overexerted myself on the court.â&#x20AC;? Jim said the summer months, coupled with Virginiaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s warm weather, have taken their toll on his condition, forcing him to limit his activities even further. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Iâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;m not nearly as active as I used to be,â&#x20AC;? Jim said. â&#x20AC;&#x153;I just donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t recover anymore, especially in the summer.â&#x20AC;? Charee said that even though Jimâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s treatments have been promising, the disease is so advanced that the next step would be to remove a portion of his colon, if medication fails. Learning to do spontaneous things on her own has been a difďŹ cult, but necessary, adjustment, as Jim works to reduce the level of stress in his own life. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Controlling symptoms can be directly impacted by how much stress a person carries around,â&#x20AC;? Charee said. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Right now, Jim has taken on the role of fulltime dad to our daughter, Jonsie.â&#x20AC;? When Jonsie was born, nearly 20 months ago, both her parents were worried that the disease could be passed genetically. Fortunately, even though Crohnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s and colitis affect roughly one in every 200 Americans, the diseases seem to be caused more by environmental factors, rather than hereditary ones. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Both of the kids I grew up next door to have colitis,â&#x20AC;? Jim said. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s hard to say what causes it. Each case is unique and we are still learning so much about the disease itself.â&#x20AC;? Both the awareness and ďŹ ght against the diseases were central themes at the walk that Jim, Charee and Jonsie all participated in. Jim said he had been looking for a support group, and this event was a big step toward achieving that goal. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s so easy to think that you are on your own little island,â&#x20AC;? Jim said. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Iâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;m really amazed to see so many people here, rallying behind this cause.â&#x20AC;?

Learn more about Ulcerative Colitis by visiting the Crohnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s and Colitis Foundation of America website at www.ccfa.org, or by talking to your medical provider

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Jim Taccogno (left) and his wife, U.S. Air Force Capt. Charee Taccogno (right), walk with their daughter, 20-month-old Jonsie Taccogno, during the â&#x20AC;&#x153;Take Steps for Crohnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s & Colitis Walk,â&#x20AC;? at Mount Trashmore, Oct. 6.

What you need to know: â&#x20AC;˘ What are Crohnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s & Colitis? Crohnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s disease and ulcerative colitis are both major categories of InďŹ&#x201A;ammatory Bowel Diseases. IBD affects an estimated 1.4 million Americans. These chronic diseases tend to run in families and they affect males and females equally. â&#x20AC;˘ Crohnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s disease is a chronic inďŹ&#x201A;ammatory condition of the gastrointestinal tract and may affect any part from the mouth to the anus. â&#x20AC;˘ Ulcerative colitis is a chronic inďŹ&#x201A;ammatory condition limited to the colon, otherwise known as the large intestine. â&#x20AC;˘ Both illnesses do have one strong feature in common. They are marked by an abnormal response by the bodyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s immune system. The immune system is composed of various cells and proteins. Normally, these protect the body from infection. In people with Crohnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s disease, however, the immune system reacts inappropriately.


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ral, beneficiaries should call their PCM or Military Treatment Facility (MTF). If you are unable to reach your PCM or MTF, call Health Net Federal Services at 1-877-TRICARE (1-877-874-2273). When TRICARE Prime, TRICARE Prime Remote and TRICARE Young Adult Prime members use an urgent care clinic without a referral, they are choosing the Point of Service option, which has higher out-of-pocket costs. The Point of Service option does not apply to active-duty Service members, so they may be responsible for the entire cost of care. To find an urgent care clinic, beneficiaries should use the Network Provider Directory to locate one near them. Type in the ZIP code, and under specialty, select “Urgent Care Center” or “Convenient Care Clinic.” You may also call 1-877-TRICARE (1-877-8742273) for assistance. For more information about urgent care, visit www.hnfs.com, then click “I’m a Beneficiary,” then “Urgent Care” from the “Authorizations” menu.

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OBESITY FROM PAGE 14 The goal of the Fort Eustis program is to combat the growing number of obese children and adults, said Shoemaker. Obese children have an 80 percent chance of becoming obese adults. As a result, they are more at risk for associated adult health problems such as heart disease, type 2 diabetes, sleep apnea, stroke, cancer and osteoarthritis, according to the CDC. The financial implications add up to $14 billion per year in direct health care costs. Americans spend approximately 9 percent of their total medical costs on obesity-related illnesses. Additional-

ly, there are psychosocial consequences that can hinder academic and social functioning and persist into adulthood, said Shoemaker. “These severe consequences underscore the critical importance of children and teens to participate in physical activity and engage in healthy eating habits,” Shoemaker said. “Childhood obesity is entirely preventable. It’s up to adults to encourage these healthy habits.” Any families interested in participating in Kids Move should discuss the program with their primary care manager at McDonald Army Health Center. For more information, contact in the Pediatric Clinic at 878-7500.

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Growing up with a life of adversity, even living in his car at times, was hard for U.S. Army Spc. Stephen Maynus, Fort Eustis chaplain assistant, but one thing that remained constant since middle school was his desire to be a Soldier. In addition to his aspirations to join the Army, Maynus wanted to help other people, even if it meant making sacrifices, but it wasn’t until he joined the Army that he found out about the chaplain assistant career field and how it could fulfill both desires That longing stayed with him through high school, but his family encouraged him to go to college and get his degree. Deciding to give college a chance, Maynus attended Hudson Valley Community College in Troy, N.Y. “I really didn’t know what I wanted to do besides join the Army, so I was just going to college for a [general] degree,” Maynus said. “I thought with the job market the way it was, I might be better off in the Army.” In 2010, President Barack Obama spoke to Maynus’ college. “While I was attending school, [President Obama] came and gave a speech about patriotism and selfsacrifice,” Maynus said. “After hear-

“When I help people, it’s very real, and in some cases I can see the impact almost instantly.” — U.S. Army Spc. Stephen Maynus Fort Eustis chaplain assistant

ing that speech and talking to the recruiters, I enlisted.” Maynus joined the Army in 2011 with the intent of becoming an explosive ordnance technician, but instead joined the chaplain assistant corps. “When I first signed up, I didn’t even know the chaplain assistant career field existed,” Maynus said. “I really wasn’t sure what to expect.” With just a little over a year in service, Maynus says it has already been a rewarding experience. “When I help people, it’s very real, and in some cases I can see the impact almost instantly,” he said. As a chaplain assistant, Maynus says he is a “jack of all trades.” In addition to the day-to-day tasks every Soldier accomplishes, he also provides many key services to Fort Eustis Soldiers. SEE ASSISTANT PAGE 17


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ASSISTANT FROM PAGE 16 “We conduct suicide prevention training and pre-counseling meetings before individuals see the chaplain,” Maynus said. “I am also trained to respond and help [those] who may be dealing with suicidal thoughts.” According to Maynus, though he does not wear the cross on his uniform like a chaplain, he still takes his role very seriously. “Reputation is the currency of the chaplain corps and being respected is very important,” he said. “I’m an extension of my chaplain, and it’s rewarding when people trust you to help them even though I don’t wear the cross.” Maynus recalls a time when he was preparing to give a prayer before a noncommissioned officer induction ceremony that this trust was put into play. “We had a break before the ceremony got started and an NCO in the room brought over a Soldier to talk with me,” Maynus said. “Their unit had just lost someone and [the Soldier] was taking it hard and needed someone to talk to.” Despite his many duties and the long hours, there is one aspect of the job that

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Maynus enjoys more than others. “I love being able to help other people exercise their religion in full,” he said. “When I can help others meet their spiritual needs, it fulfills me.” Whether helping people meet their spiritual needs or counseling his fellow Soldiers, Maynus knows his work isn’t just satisfying – it is a way to give back to the country he loves.

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CFC Zombie 5k The Combined Federal Campaign zombie-themed 5k run will be held at the Air Combat Command running trail at 7 a.m., Oct. 15. Participants are encouraged to dress up in zombie attire or wear make-up. The event will offer participants the opportunity to donate to a CFC-certified charity with cash, check or allotment before and after the run. Particiapants are encouraged to bring a $5 donation. For more information, call 2nd Lt. Kristine Hochschwender at 764-1495.

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Disability Awareness Month stories October is Disability Awareness Month, and the 633rd Air Base Wing Equal Opportunity and Public Affairs offices want to celebrate the resiliency and determination of those affected by disabilities, whether personally or through friends and family members with disabilities. If you want to share your story, contact the 633rd ABW EO office at 764-5878 or email the Public Affairs editor at 633abw. paedit@langley.af.mil.

Jiu Jitsu classes are offered at the Air Combat Command Fitness Center from 11 a.m. to noon and from 3:30 to 4:30 p.m., each Monday and Friday. The classes are part of a 10-lesson program where individuals are taught how to defend against attacks ranging from hair grabbing to being pinned to the ground. Those interested can start the program in any class without previous experience. For more information, call 764-5791.

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The Langley Chapel will hold a combined protestant worship service at 10:30 a.m., Oct. 13 at the Langley Base Theater. Following the service, a fellowship meal will offered at Eagle Park. For more information, call 764-7847.

The Langley Chiefs’ Group is accepting applications for the Mary Matthews Scholarship Fund. Active-duty Langley Airmen in the ranks of airman basic through technical sergeant pursuing a college degree can apply. Four $300 scholarships will be presented on Nov. 14. Applications are available by contacting any member of the Langley Chiefs Group, and must be received by Oct. 18. For more information, contact Chief Master Sgt. Rolando Pabon at rolando.pabon@langley.af.mil or 764-8242.

Classic car show A free, classic car show will be held from 1 p.m. to 4 p.m. Oct. 12, at the Langley Community Center. This event is open to all military members, Department of Defense civilians, retirees and their families. Five trophies will be awarded, including best interior, best exterior and best in show. To register, visit www.jbleforcesupport.com. For more information, call the Langley Community Center at 764-2983 or 764-2984 or e-mail James Murrell at james.murrell@us.af.mil.

Travel vouchers available on MyPay Travel vouchers paid by means other than the Defense Travel System (DTS) will now be available in MyPay. Travelers with MyPay accounts will receive email notification advising the vouchers are available. For more information, call the 633rd Comptroller Squadron Financial Services Office at 764-3333.

Chapel Survey The Langley Chapel is currently conducting a Chapel Needs Assessment. This survey is short and takes less than one minute to complete. To participate, visit www. surveymonkey.com/s/langleychapel.

Clogging lessons The Sentara Fitness Center will host a seven-week long clogging lesson starting Oct. 18 from 6 to 6:30 p.m. The classes are free and clogging shoes are not required. The fitness center is located at 4001 Coliseum

ers. Members will also get a tack room for storage, onsite trailer parking, access to the clubhouse and more. For more info, visit http://langleysaddleclub.weebly.com or contact langleysaddleclub@gmail.com or 879-6248.

Langley Lanes Bowling Center events Please see below for upcoming events at Langley Lanes Bowling Center: ■ Langley Lanes Fall League bowling season is set to begin in September. Registration is currently open at for both male and female leagues. There are four divisions based on age groups for youths at the Saturday Youth Leagues bowl. For more information, contact Langley Lanes at 764-2433. ■ “Knock ‘em and Hold ‘em” tournament: Sign-ups start at noon and bowling starts at 1 p.m., Oct. 12. There are also daily lunch specials for $1.50 per person per game, and participants will receive a $3 shoe rental for purchases over $3 in the Kingpin Kafe. ”Open bowling” specials will be held daily. For more information, contact the Langley Lanes Bowling Center at 764-2433.

Shipment of classified cargo Langley personnel are reminded that in accordance with AFI 24-203, paragraph 5.13.1.3., Transportation Officers (TO) must process all “CLASSIFIED” freight shipments for the base unless the TO establishes other arrangements. For more information, contact Ray Twine at ray.twine@langley.af.mil.

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Langley Chapel will hold its Awana Program every Wednesday from 6 to 8 p.m. Sept. 11, 2013 to May 14, 2014 at the Langley Bethel Family Housing Youth Center at Langley Air Force Base. Children between the years 3 and 18 invited. The program will offer participants the opportunity to socialize with like-minded peers. For more information, call 764-1070.

Military Ministries sponsors Morning Bible Study from 6:15 to 7:15 a.m. every Wednesday in the Langley Chapel Annex auditorium. A seven-week series, “Heaven,” started Aug. 28, and will address topics like “What Happens When We Die?” and “What Will Our Lives Be Like in Heaven?” For more information, contact Joe Shirey at 764-5527 or william.shirey.ctr@langley.af.mil, or Chuck Macri at 928-7220 or chuck.macri@militaryministry.org.

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The Armed Services Blood Program Blood Drive will be held from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m., Nov. 26 in the Langley Chapel Annex. Whole blood donors can donate every 57 days. Donations directly support troops overseas and hospital patients on Langley Air Force Base. For more information, contact Ralph Peters at Ralph. peters@med.navy.mil. Online appointments can also be scheduled at www.militaryblood.dod.mil.

The Langley Exchange has launched “eReceipts” for its customers, where shoppers can opt to have their receipt e-mailed to them, rather than receive a paper copy. Shoppers simply provide their e-mail address and phone number at checkout to sign up to receive “eReceipts.” For more info, contact the Langley Exchange at 766-1282.

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Langley Saddle Club vacancies The Langley Saddle Club, located by the Education Center across from the nature boardwalk, has a few vacancies and is still accepting applications for new members. While the Saddle Club is not affiliated with the Department of Defense, membership is open to active duty, retirees and civilians of all branches. Members will be given 10x10 lighted horse stalls with full-time feed-

Enlisted to Medical Degree Preparatory Program The Enlisted to Medical Degree Preparatory Program offers active-duty enlisted personnel the opportunity to complete preparatory coursework for admission to medical school while maintaining an active-duty status. Eligibility requirements, suspense dates and application procedures are posted at https://gum-crm.csd.disa.mil/ app/answers/detail/a_id/25699. For more information, contact the Air Force Personnel Center at 665-0651 or (210) 565-0651.


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USO volunteers needed The Fort Eustis United Service Organization is seeking volunteers for the following shifts: ■ Monday throughThursday – 9 to 11 a.m., 11 a.m. to 2 p.m., 2 to 5 p.m., and 5 to 7 p.m. ■ Saturday and Sunday – noon to 2 p.m., 2 to 5 p.m., 5 to 7 p.m., and 7 to 9 p.m. To volunteer, visit http://www.usohrcv.com, click on the “Show Support” tab and complete the application. For more information, call 878-2415.

Marriage Enrichment Program The Regimental Memorial Chapel will host “Keeping Your Covenant,” a marriage enrichment program, from 6 to 8 p.m. every Thursday through Oct. 24. This program is open to active-duty, Reserves, National Guard, retirees, married, pre-married and spouses of deployed Service members. Free child watch-care will be provided for children up to 11 years old. For more information, contact Mike and Carole Carkhuff at carkhuffs2@verizon.net or 218-1034.

Night at the Museum The annual “Night at the Army Transportation Museum” will be held from 5 to 8 p.m., Oct. 28, at Bldg. 300, Washington Blvd. This family-friendly Halloween event is free and open to the public. Come trick-or-treat at the museum and see the exhibits “come alive.” All children ages 12 and under, in costume, will receive a goody bag. Other activities will include face painting, and arts and crafts. For more information, call 878-1115.

Small Arms Championships The U.S. Army Marksmanship Unit, in conjunction with the Maneuver Center of Excellence, will host the 2014 U.S. Army Small Arms Championships on Jan. 26-Feb. 1 at Fort Benning, Ga. This “All-Army” competition is open to Soldiers (active and reserve components) of all ranks including West Point and Reserve Officer Training Corps cadets. There is no cost to compete, and ammunition is provided to all competitors. During the pistol and rifle matches, an Excellence-inCompetition match will take place where Soldiers can earn points toward their EIC marksmanship badges. Range capacity for this event is 240; therefore, early registration is encouraged. Once registration exceeds that number, Soldiers will be placed on a stand-by list. For additional information and to register, visit www. usamu.com or contact Michael Behnke at (706) 545-7841 or michael.j.behnke.civ.@mail.mil.

Fee-free Exchange Layaway The Fort Eustis and Langley Air Force Base Exchanges will waive the $3 processing fee for all layaway purchases through Dec. 24. From Nov. 1 through Dec. 16, shoppers can place computers, laptops, notebooks and tablets on layaway (Nov. 29-30 excluded). A deposit of 15 percent is required to start the layaway process. For more information, visit the customer service desk or call 887-0293 or 766-1282.

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Army Emergency Relief Emergency assistance will remain available for Soldiers and families in need while AER conducts a major system upgrade scheduled for completion at 8 a.m. on Oct. 15. During this period, local AER offices will not be able to process automated assistance requests. Soldiers and families can contact the American Red Cross Call Center at (877) 272-7337 for emergency assistance. Soldiers and families not in need of immediate assistance are asked to wait until the system upgrade is completed.

Range schedule Ranges, training areas and associated facilities are off limits to personnel not engaged in scheduled firing, operations or inspections unless clearance is obtained (in person) from the Range Control Fire Desk or a designated Range Control technician. The Range Control office telephone number is 878-4412, ext. 226 or 878-3834, ext 234. The range operations schedule through Oct. 16 is: ■ Friday – Range 1, 3 (7 a.m. to 10 p.m.) ■ Saturday through Monday – No scheduled ranges ■ Tuesday – Range BTRACS, 1, 2 (7 a.m. to 10 p.m.) ■ Wednesday – Range BTRACS, 1, 2, 3 (7 a.m. to 10 p.m.) All personnel are required to check in and out with Range Control before going into or departing from any range or training area.

Motorcycle Rider Course The Experienced Riders Course (BRC-2) will take place from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m., Oct. 22, and Nov. 5 and 19, at the Fort Eustis motorcycle range. The BRC-2, offered to active-duty Service members, is for experienced riders who own a motorcycle and have completed the Beginner Rider’s Course. Currently, the Beginner Rider’s Course is not offered on Fort Eustis; however, active-duty Service members can take the BRC or Military Sport Bike Rider’s Course (MSRC) at Fort Lee or Little Creek free of charge. To register for the BRC-2, email usaf.jble.633-abw.mbx. eustis-safety-office@mail.mil and include the following information: desired course date, first and last name, last four digits of social security number, rank, age, branch of service, unit, and phone number. For more information, call 501-8261/8230/8263.

Kuder Journey career planner Kuder Journey is an online career and transition system designed for military members to address educational and career goals. Learn about your interests, skills and work values, and use the results to build a personal career plan, explore occupational interests and prepare for future success. To create an account, visit http://dantes.kuder.com. For more information, contact the Bateman Army Education Center at 878-2083, ext. 221.

Fitness Center Annex The new Fitness Center Annex is located at Bldg. 1501, Lee Blvd. This facility is air-conditioned and features male

and female locker rooms with showers and daily-use lockers. Fitness equipment includes treadmills, medicine balls, adjustable abdominal benches, individual exercise mats, rowers, a pull-up station, 14 weight machines, aerobic steps and risers, balance boards and more. Services are available to all authorized patrons. Hours are 6 a.m. to 2 p.m. Monday through Friday, and closed Saturday, Sunday and holidays. For more information, call 878-8080/8085 or visit www. EustisMWR.com.

Family Advocacy Program The Family Advocacy Program offers the following classes: ■ Anger Management – 1 to 2 p.m., Nov. 12.This is an eight-week clinical series. ■ Active Parenting – 9 a.m. to noon, Nov. 8. ■ Family Advocacy Safety Education Seminar – 9 to 11 a.m., Oct. 17. ■ Play Group – 10 to 11:30 a.m. on Wednesdays at Bldg. 1102, Pershing Ave. ■ Stress Management – 3 to 4 p.m., Nov. 19. For more information or to register, call 878-0807. No children please. Classes will take place at Bldg. 213, Calhoun Street.

Army Community Service Army Community Service classes and briefings for October will include: ■ Baby and Me Play Group – 10 to 11 a.m. on Thursdays at Bldg. 501, Madison Ave. ■ Car Buying Strategies – noon to 1 p.m., Oct. 22. ■ CARETeamTraining – 9:15 a.m. to 2:30 p.m., Oct. 23. ■ Couponing Strategies – 1 to 2:30 p.m., Oct. 24 ■ Credit Reporting, Scores and Debt Management – 9 to 10 a.m., Oct. 15. ■ DevelopingYour Financial Plan – 9 to 10 a.m., Oct. 22. ■ Effective Communication, Lunch and Learn – noon to 1 p.m., Oct. 15 and 29. Lunch is not provided. ■ Effective Resume Writing – 9 a.m. to noon, Oct. 18. ■ Federal Employment – 10 a.m. to noon, Oct. 24. ■ Financial Readiness Training – 11:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m., Oct. 18. ■ Growing through Changes – 10 to 11:30 a.m., Oct. 23. Register by Oct. 16. ■ Job Search Strategies – 10 to 11 a.m. on Mondays. ■ Managing Your Checking Account – 8:30 to 9:30 a.m., Oct. 18. ■ Master Resilience Training – 9 a.m. to 4 p.m., Oct. 29-31. ■ Newcomer’s Briefing and Information Fair – 9 to 11 a.m., Oct. 22. ■ Parent Boot Camp – noon to 1 p.m., Oct. 23. Registration is required; children are welcome. ■ Play Mornings Play Group – 9:30 to 11 a.m. on Wednesdays. ■ Volunteer Management for Family Readiness Group Leaders/Liaisons – 10 to 11:30 a.m., Oct. 15. Registration is required. Unless otherwise noted, classes and briefings will take place in Bldg. 650, Monroe Ave. For more information, call 878-3638.


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OutsideTheGate Military History Weekend Military History Weekend will take place on Oct. 12 and 13 at the Holiday Inn Patriot, 3032 Richmond Rd., in Williamsburg. More than 100 exhibitors and vendors will display and/or sell books, toy soldiers, militaria, antique weapons, war games, models and more. Activities will include workshops, raffles, door prizes and special events for children. Admission is $5 for adults and free for children up to 16 years old and active-duty military with valid identification. Free daily onsite parking is available at the hotel. Hours are 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. on Oct. 12 and 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. on Oct. 13. For more information, call 703-639-7316 or visit militaryhistoryweekend.com.

Military Appreciation Day Military Appreciation Day will be held from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., Oct. 13, at the Virginia Zoo in Norfolk. Admission is free for all active-duty Service members, retirees, Department of Defense civilians, reserve, National Guard members and family members with proper identification. There will be children’s games, inflatable rides, face painting and clowns. For more information, call 764-5232 or visit www. usohrcv.com.

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Story Time at the Museum – The third Saturday of the month is story time at the museum. on Oct. 19 at 10 a.m., hear “Spiders Nest” by Kate Scarborough and see a live tarantula.The event is recommended for ages 2 and above and is included in museum admission. ■ Night of the Living Museum – The 14th annual “Night of the Living Museum” is open to families with children ages 12 and younger, 5 to 8 p.m., Oct. 19. This non-scary Halloween celebration will feature trick-or-treating, live animal shows, star observing, crafts, laser light shows and games. Children of all ages are encouraged to wear their favorite costume. The Wild Side Café will be open before and during the event. Admission is $9 for members and $12 for non-members. Tickets are $1 off if purchased in advance. To purchase tickets, call 595-1900. The Virginia Living Museum is located at 524 J. Clyde Morris Blvd., in Newport News. Museum admission is $17 for adults, $13 for children and free for ages two and younger. Hours are 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., Monday through Saturday; and noon to 5 p.m., Sunday. For more information about the Virginia Living Museum, call 595-9135 or visit www.thevlm.org.

Peninsula Fine Arts Center ■ Art After 5: Tango – 5:30 p.m., Oct. 15 – Fine artist and renowned Argentine tango dancer Murat Erdemsel will speak about dance’s influence on his art, followed by a tango lesson. Admission is free and open to the public. ■ “Nature Revealed” reception – 5 to 7:30 p.m., Oct. 18. Peninsula Fine Arts Center will host an opening recep-

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Submit Outside The Gate announcements to pw1@militarynews.com tion for the “Nature Revealed” exhibit, featuring the work of two Virginia artists. Both artists will discuss their pieces at 5 p.m., followed by a reception until 7:30 p.m. Admission is free for members and $10 for non-members. RSVP by Oct. 11 to jdobson@pfac-va.org or call 596-8175. The Peninsula Fine Arts Center is located at 101 Museum Dr., Newport News. For more information, call 596-8165 or visit www.pfac-va.org.

‘Transition on the Go’ event The Hampton Military Affairs Committee, The Freedom Support Center at Fort Monroe and the Transition & Employment Assistance to the Military (TEAM) partners are hosting “Transition on the Go,” a free seminar for veterans, transitioning military Service members, Guard or reserve members or military spouses looking for job-search strategies, interview techniques and the opportunity to ask knowledgeable employers questions. The event is from 8:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. Oct. 17, and those interested must RSVP by calling 688-6289, contacting lindsay.haake.ctr@navy.mil, or online at transitiononthego.eventbrite.com.

USO Caregivers Conference The United Service Organizations’ Caregivers Conference will take place from 8:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m., Oct. 18, at the Hilton Virginia Beach Oceanfront, 3001 Atlantic Ave., in Virginia Beach. This event is free and open to Wounded Warrior caregivers, military medical advocates and staff from the Norfolk area and surrounding military communities. Childcare will be provided. Activities will include breakout sessions to create an atmosphere of safety and privacy for caregivers to meet, share and learn. The conference will also address topics such as couples intimacy and communication after injury and raising children during transition. To register, visit www.uso.org/caregivers.

Walk to End Alzheimer’s The Alzheimer’s Association will host a “Walk to End Alzheimer’s” at Styron Square in Newport News, Oct. 19. Registration is free, and the walk is the nation’s largest

VASC Halloween Bash The 22nd annual Halloween Bash will be held from 4 to 7 p.m., Oct. 26, at the Virginia Air and Space Center, 600 Settlers Landing Rd., in Hampton. This event will include safe trick-or-treating, a haunted house, scavenger hunt, make and take crafts, a costume contest and the Hampton Sheriff’s Department Child Identification Program. Admission is $5 per person if purchased in advance and $7 the day of the event. Tickets are available at www. vasc.org or by calling 727-0900, ext. 703.

event to raise awareness and funds for Alzheimer’s care, support and research. For more information, call (800) 272-3900 or contact infoseva@alz.org.

Hermitage Museum and Gardens ■ Garden of Ghoulish Delights – 7 to 10 p.m., Oct. 26. Come join us at our annual Halloween event and discover the hidden secrets within the museum’s historic mansion. Guests are encouraged to wear their most creative costumes. Activities will include live entertainment, a costume contest with prizes and light refreshments. Admission is $20 for members and $30 for non-members. Tickets are available online at www.thehermitagemuseum.org. ■ Virginia Roast and Toast – 3 to 6 p.m., Nov. 10. The fourth annual “Virginia Roast and Toast” will feature barbecue, Virginia oysters, live entertainment and adult beverages. Admission is $50 for members and $55 for nonmembers and includes food and beverages. Tickets are available online at www.thehermitagemuseum.org or by calling 423-2052, ext. 205. This event will be held rain or shine. No pets allowed. The Hermitage Museum and Gardens is located at 7637 North Shore Rd., in Norfolk. For more information, call 423-2052, ext. 211 or visit www.thehermitagemuseum.org.

Bluebird Gap Farm Bluebird Gap Farm has more than 100 domestic and wild animals on 60 acres of land at 60 Pine Chapel Road in Hampton. Visitors can enjoy family-oriented adventure and educational experiences. Admission is free. The farm features a nature trail, a shelter with four picnic tables, charcoal grills, large playground, antique display barn, coin-operated animal feed machines public restrooms, vending machines, and a stage with seating for special events and activities. Free old-fashioned country hayrides take place from noon to 2 p.m., the second Saturday of each month. Hours are 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Wednesday through Sunday. For more information, call 825-4750 or visit www.hampton.gov/bbgf.


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Fort Eustis spouse performs with choir on ‘America’s Got Talent’ By Staff Sgt. Wesley Farnsworth 633RD AIR BASE WING PUBLIC AFFAIRS

Singing has been Sonjia Penny’s passion since she first performed in a highschool talent show. Little did she know her voice would lead her to become a member of a musical choir performing on the reality television show “America’s Got Talent.” The American Military Spouses Choir is made up of 50 to 100 military spouses representing every branch of the military, from across the United States. The choir includes music teachers and directors, women with theater backgrounds and spouses who just love to perform. “I was at a spouses’ luncheon and another spouse had brought an email she received advertising auditions to perform at the Kennedy Center with [singer and songwriter] David Foster,” Penny said. “I love to sing, so I went over to check it out.” Penny said she loves being around other military spouses because they share similar experiences and are easily able to form strong bonds. When she found out she would be singing with other spouses at the Kennedy Center, she jumped at the chance. She went straight home that evening and sent an email to the choir’s organizers who put the call out. “About 48 other women were selected,” Penny said. “We met the day before the performance for the first time and started rehearsing.” After that performance, the group con-

“The audience in Chicago immediately started applauding when they announced we were part of a military spouses’ choir. It was then that I realized that we are not just representing ourselves, but every military spouse out there.” — Sonjia Penny military spouse at Fort Eustis who is a member of the Military Spouses Choir

tinued to practice. Less than a year later, they auditioned for “America’s Got Talent” in Chicago. “We had a little time to prepare for the auditions,” Penny said. “However, because we are scattered across the country, we normally practiced together via Skype, which is very interesting.” Penny says that the group got a nice surprise when they all walked out onto the stage in Chicago. “The audience in Chicago immediately started applauding when they announced we were part of a military spouses’ choir,” Penny said. “It was then that I realized that we are not just representing ourselves, but every military spouse out there.” After making the cut in Chicago, the group went to Las Vegas where judges immediately qualified them for the live shows held at Radio City Music Hall in New York City. “I was shocked when I first heard we were going to be performing live,” Penny said. “But after that, I started to get re-

Photos courtesy NBC

The American Military Spouses Choir (right) performed twice on “America’s Got Talent” for judges (above, right left) Howard Stern, Heidi Klum, Mel B. and Howie Mandel.

ally excited.” The group performed in two live shows in New York. But according to Penny, every day was different when it came to preparing for the show. “In the days prior to the show, you do a lot of vocal warm-ups, stage checks, wardrobe and whatever else the show needs,” Penny said. “You have to be very flexible because you don’t get your itinerary for the day until that morning.” Prior to participating, Penny said she had “no idea” how much went into a live taping, and what the contestants really saw while they were on stage. “It’s a surreal experience to be standing on stage watching the judges, knowing that you are on a live television show,” she added. After the show is over and the show’s judges have gave their critiques, voting opened up to viewers who called in or texted to vote on their favorite performance of the night. “When you are waiting for the voting to begin after you perform, you are won-

Photo by Staff Sgt. Wesley Farnsworth

Sonjia Penny, a military spouse at Fort Eustis, is a member of the Military Spouses Choir, which recently competed on the television show “America’s Got Talent.” The choir is made up of 50 to 100 military spouses representing every branch of the military from across the United States.

dering ‘will we get through?’ but then you get a sense of relief because the pressure is off. It’s all in the voter’s hands now,” Penny said. “We knew we did our best on stage and we were just thankful to be there and to have had the chance to perform on that stage where so many giants have been. Plus, it enabled us to get our story out there and bring awareness to the roles a military spouse plays.” Those nerves returned when it came time for the results show. “They do such a long pause to hype it up. It’s nerve-wracking,” she said. “I was shocked when we made it through the first performance,” Penny said. “But we were all okay when we didn’t make it through the second performance. There were no tears shed; we were just happy to have had the chance to perform.” Penny said even though their “America’s Got Talent” experience is over, the women still share a strong bond, and will continue to perform together. “It’s a wonderful group of women I perform with,” Penny said. “I’m really excited to see what the future holds for us.” Military spouses interested in auditioning for the Military Spouses Choir can visit www.cammomusic.org for audition information.


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Feast for families: Fort Eustis hosts dinner for families of deployed heroes Airman 1st Class Austin Harvill 633RD AIR BASE WING PUBLIC AFFAIRS

The Fort Eustis Regimental Memorial Chapel community hosted a dinner for families of deployed Service members Oct. 8. During the dinner, families received a free meal and an opportunity to speak about any issues they might have while their Service members are away. While parents were attending a discussion group with U.S. Army Maj. Scott Daniel, Fort Eustis family life chaplain, members of the chapel took care of the children, allowing spouses to attend the discussion group without distractions. “We hold these dinners quarterly in order to accommodate new families and to give veteran families a break from at-home stressors,” said Daniel. “It also gives family members a chance to interact with one another and share their concerns, which solidifies the community and brings a lot of family members out of their shell.” Daniel hopes families of all deployed Service members, regardless of branch of service, will come partake in the chapel’s dinners. “Every Service member is a hero, and every family member misses their hero,” said Daniel. “Our chapel community is eager to reach out to those families and bring them here for some emotional and spiritual healing.” For Shantyle Power, wife of deployed Sgt. Adam Power, 53rd Transportation Battalion Soldier, the event was a chance for her to embrace the community, especially since this is the first deployment she’s experienced. “It is stressful to take on the household,” said Power during the discussion group. “It’s hard enough to keep up with my kids, so this is a welcome break.”

Photo by Airman 1st Class Austin Harvill

Families line up for dinner in the chapel at Fort Eustis, Oct. 8.The chapel hosted a dinner for families of deployed Service members, where families could discuss hardships and find support.

Daniel spoke about the dangers of bottling up emotions and suggested different ways for families to cope with a deployment, whether through the chapel, support agencies or each other. Daniel also gave his personal account of a deployment, and expressed his desire for families to seek the help they need. “I know when I deploy, my wife has a tendency to gather the kids around her, hunker down and stay inside for a few days,” said Daniel to the group. “Every time, I remind her she isn’t alone in this struggle. [We’re] more than just a community here - [We’re] is a family.” For families who will currently have a deployed Service member, or will in the future, the next dinner is scheduled for Dec. 10 at the chapel.

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