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Hispanic heritage items are displayed during the Hispanic Heritage Month luncheon Oct. 10. The Langley Hispanic Heritage committee hosted the lunch to share information and history of the many different cultures that make up Hispanic heritage
Attendees listen as guest speaker Albert Mitchum, political advisor to the Air Combat Command commander, speaks about Hispanic Heritage in relation to the military and U.S. Air Force during the Hispanic Heritage Month lunch at Langley Air Force Base, Oct. 10.This year’s Hispanic Heritage Month theme was “Hispanics: a legacy of history, a present of action and a future of success.”
HeritageSpotlight Oct. 18, 1867: The Alaska Purchase The Alaska Purchase was the acquisition of Russian America by the United States from the Russian Empire in 1867. Russia wanted to sell its Alaskan territory, fearing that it might be seized if war broke out with Britain. Russia’s primary activity in the territory had been fur trade and missionary work among the Native Alaskans. With the purchase of Alaska, the United States added 586,412 square miles of new territory. Reactions to the purchase in the United States were mixed, with opponents calling it “Seward’s Folly,” feeling that U.S. Secretary of State William H. Seward, the primary American negotiator, got the worst of the bargain. Originally organized as the Department of Alaska, the area was renamed the District of Alaska and the Alaska Territory before be-
U.S. Air Force Tech. Sgt. Richard Vasquez (center) and U.S. Air Force Airman 1st Class Maritzaida Acevedo, U.S. Air Force Heritage of America Full Spectrum Band members, sing during the Hispanic Heritage Month luncheon. The lunch included performances from the band, a heritage display table, food from various Hispanic countries and a guest speaker.
The Alaska Purchase / U.S. takes possession of Puerto Rico coming the modern state of Alaska upon being admitted to the Union as a state in 1959. Oct. 18, 1898: U.S. takes possession of Puerto Rico Originally populated for centuries by the aboriginal people known as Taíno, the island of Puerto Rico was claimed by Christopher Columbus for Spain during his second voyage to the Americas on Nov. 19, 1493. Like Cuba, Puerto Rico remained a Spanish colony until 1898. On Nov. 25, 1897, Spain’s central government in Madrid granted the island the Autonomic Charter, giving the Province of Puerto Rico more sovereignty over its local affairs. Thus, Puerto Rico became an overseas autonomous province in full equality with the other provinces of the Spanish na-
tion. But Oct. 18, 1898, Spain was forced by the United States to cede the island following the Spanish-American War, under the terms of the Treaty of Paris. In 1917, the U.S. granted citizenship to Puerto Ricans. In 1948, Puerto Ricans were given the right to elect their own governor. In 1952, under request by the United States, a local territorial constitution was adopted and ratified by the electorate. Under the tenets of the Puerto Rico Federal Relations Act, residents of the island are still subject to the plenary jurisdiction of the U.S. Congress. As of 2014, Puerto Rico remains a U.S. territory, even though this territorial status was asked to be eliminated by a majority vote (54 percent of the electorate) with the island’s latest plebiscite in 2012.
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Within the past month, Department of Defense personnel deployed to West Africa as part of a government-wide effort to support humanitarian relief operations in Ebola-stricken African nations. With all of the attention placed on this effort, family members of deployed Joint Base Langley-Eustis Airmen and Soldiers have displayed concern for their loved ones’ health. To alleviate their worries, JBLE medical leaders offered specific information regarding the safety precautions currently in place, and the training undergone prior to deployment. “We recognize that going to this region is worrisome to some,” said U.S. Army Col. Glenda Lock, McDonald Army Health Center commander. “Our Public Health
Officers and Environmental Health staff provided deploying personnel with a specific West Africa Medical Threat Briefing, and our Aviation and Readiness Clinic staff worked tirelessly to assure all personnel were in compliance with [U.S. Africa Command] medical standards.” Deploying military personnel and their families were also provided specialized training on EVD and the specific risks associated with the disease, as well as the limitations in transmission so they will know how to protect themselves and their loved ones, she added. Both commanders stressed the fact that U.S. military personnel will have no part in patient care, and no direct contact with the Ebola-infected populous. Soldiers and Airmen will provide support in the areas of engineering, by building medical treatment centers, logistics
and training for local health care workers to help them better take care of their patients while protecting themselves from possible infection. “On their daily course of routine, [JBLE personnel] are to be in the hotel or at the worksite and they are not exposed to anyone with Ebola. So, the risk to loved ones is extremely low,” U.S. Air Force Col. Wayne Pritt, 633rd Medical Group commander, added. Because it is likely that 633rd MDG Airmen will be the first DOD contingent to return from Africa, Pritt addressed the need for protective measures to be taken prior to their return. “There is some concern about what precautions we’re going to take with our Air Force and Army personnel,” he said. “To make sure they’re not infected and don’t infect others, the DOD is, as we speak, crafting coordinated tri-service guidelines about what we’ll do specifically to monitor and ensure the folks coming back are not Ebola-infected.” According to Lock, the Regional Medical Command in Europe has also devel-
oped area-specific Ebola surveillance and response protocols by coordinating with supporting Host Nation hospitals and Public Health Authorities. “Personnel deploying were advised of the changing nature of Ebola surveillance and made aware of a potential need for sequestering or quarantine for a 21-day period upon re-deployment, but this has not yet been established for the DOD,” she added. “[Service members] will not return home until they’ve been fully evaluated and cleared.” Although, as of right now, there is no exact date of return for the JBLE Service members, the commanders assure families that their loved ones will return as soon as their mission is complete and all necessary health precautions are taken. For more information about EVD, visit the following websites: ■ CDC’s public webpage: www.cdc. gov/vhf/ebola/index.html?s_cid=cdc_ homepage_feature_001 ■ US Army Public Health Command’s Ebola Virus Disease webpage: http:// phc.amedd.army.mil/topics/discond/ diseases/Pages/EbolaVirusDisease.aspx
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ABOVE: U.S. Army Pvt. Deanna Herron, 266th E Co. Quartermaster Battalion advanced individual training school student, directs a vehicle from the 508th Transportation Company, Sept. 30. The motor pool provides equipment to AIT students at Fort Eustis. Cargo specialists transfer, or supervise the transfer of, passengers and cargo to and from air, land and water ports. RIGHT: U.S. Army Sgt. Andria Garcia, 508thTransportation Company arms room noncommissioned officer-in-charge checks gauges inside of a vehicle in the motor pool. Each vehicle is checked before they depart for a mission, which typically occurs twice a month.
ABOVE: Instructors inspect a vehicle to ensure 266th E Co. Quartermaster Battalion advanced individual training school students direct it properly. Soldiers in AIT utilize the 508th Transportation Co. motor pool assets such as their weapons radios and the vehicles.These assets play an important role in the training of the Soldiers. LEFT TOP: A U.S. Army Soldier in advanced individual training anchors a vehicle. The students will learn during their training how to transfer, or supervise the transfer of passengers and cargo to and from air, land and water transport by manual and mechanical methods. LEFT BOTTOM: U.S. Army Sgt. Anthony Burton, 508thTransportation Company team leader utilizes a training manual to inspect a vehicle in the motor pool.The vehicles held in the motor pool are utilized by 266th E Co. Quartermaster Battalion advanced individual training school students as part of their training.
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)RUW (XVWLV KRVWV WUDYHOLQJ *RYHUQPHQW 7HFKQRORJ\ ([KLELW By Airman 1st Class Kimberly Nagle Computer screens and wires filled the Fort Eustis Club during a traveling Government Technology Exhibit at Fort Eustis, Oct. 9. The exhibit featured 35 vendors within the genres of universities, enterprise solutions, cyber security and multimedia groups. The event was intended for those who utilize technology in their job and are interested in learning more about technology, said Mark Tisone, International Communications Corporation partner and event coordinator. “Service members will one day be a part of the private workforce,” said Tisone. “One of the needs they may have is technology and how to use it. This event is a great way for them to learn that information.” Fort Eustis community members were able to observe the future in technology and speak to representatives who produce these advanced products in the
The traveling exhibit hosts events on military installations to help the Service members stay relevant on training and current developments as well as provides them with universities who have degrees specified toward technology. U.S. Army Staff Sgt. Joseph Guzman, 11th Transportation Battalion, 368th Transportation company platoon sergeant, saw the event on a poster and decided to check it out, curious as to what sort of venders and new technology would be involved. “Events like this give us an opportunity to see other options that our military training could be used for in a civilian job,” said Gunzman. “It also helps us know the universities that can help us pursue a job.” Photo by Airman 1st Class Kimberly Nagle New technology is always being created and the International Communications equipment has video game-like technolo- Corporation will continue to host technolgy, virtual, anatomically-realistic upper ex- ogy events to share the information. tremities with true range of motion. It is Editor’s note: No federal endorsement of used to help assist the injured by stimulating physical exercises and cognitive tasks. vendors implied. U.S. Army Sgt. 1st Class Karrina Rodriguez, 11thTransportation Battalion Headquarters and Headquarters Detachment detachment sergeant, and Staff Sgt. Joseph Guzman, 11th Trans. Bn., 368th Transportation company platoon sergeant, speak to a vendor during a GovernmentTechnology Exhibit at Fort Eustis, Oct. 9.
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The U.S. Army Medical Activity and McDonald Army Health Center partnered with the American Red Cross to host a blood drive at Fort Eustis, Virginia, Oct. 15. Services members and community members lined up at the U.S. Army Reserve Center to show their support and donate a pint of blood to support the ARC. “Every two seconds, someone in the United States needs blood,â€? said Kristen HatďŹ eld, ARC communications manager. “When Service members and civilian employees donate blood, they can help save the lives of premature infants, people with sickle cell anemia, patients battling leukemia, and trauma patients.â€? U.S. Army Capt. Vidhika Persaud, MCAHC laboratory manager, said MCAHC hosts blood drives quarterly in the hopes of collecting approximately 45 units of blood at each event. “We understand some people aren’t allowed to donate for certain amounts of time due to reasons like travel or illness,â€? said Persaud. “If we host a blood drive every few months, we have more exibility for people who want to donate but may not meet eligibility requirements during certain periods.â€? While the blood donated goes directly to the ARC, the health center earns credit for ev-
“When Service members and civilian employees donate blood, they can help save the lives of premature infants, people with sickle cell anemia, patients battling leukemia, and trauma patients.â€? — Kristen HatďŹ eld ARC communications manager ery unit of blood collected on the installation. “We have to pay for each unit of blood we need to use,â€? said Persaud. “So for every unit collected on the installation, that’s one less unit we have to pay for out of pocket.â€? Staff Sgt. Jason Panergo, 128th Aviation Brigade weapons instructor, has donated every quarter since January when he ďŹ rst came to Fort Eustis. “Bottom line is people need blood to live,â€? said Panergo. “I may need blood to save my life one day that someone else has donated.â€? According to the American Red Cross, every time a person donates blood, they can save up to three lives. Donating blood is voluntary and is a decision that is to be made by the donor. Those interested in donating can learn about the donation process and ďŹ nd out if they qualify by visiting www.redcrossblood.org.
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Krissy Calvert, American Red Cross technician, questions U. S. Army Staff Sgt. Jason Panergo, 128th Aviation Brigade weapons instructor, before drawing blood at a blood drive held at Fort Eustis, Oct. 15.The entire screening process and blood collection takes approximately one hour but the blood collection itself is only about 15 minutes.
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me back. I was sad and angry because no one had prepared me for that.â€? While Susan was tired throughout the visit and sleeping most of the time, WesAfter her son was born and her enlistley saw some glimpses of the woman ment term was up, Janna’ Wesley planned who raised her. In the brief moments Suto get out of the U.S. Air Force. san was awake, she was her candid, conďŹ Married to another military member at dent self. She was the woman who raised the time, the Macon, Georgia, native felt her children to own-up-to their own misit would be difďŹ cult to balance deploytakes and always be honest. ments, temporary duty assignments and “When she was awake she still had her parenting while living away from her faspunk and whit about her,â€? Wesley said milial support system. of the mother she knew was leaving soon. At that time, now Senior Master Sgt. With her Academy class start-date nearWesley, the Air Combat Command Enlisting, Wesley asked her mother if she wanted Professional Military Education funced her to stay. Wesley said she could attional manager, hadn’t realized the Air tend another NCO Academy class, but Force could be her support system unSusan said “No, you go, I’ll be just ďŹ ne. til the most traumatic event in her life I’m taking my vitamins. I’ll be ďŹ ne.â€? proved it to her. Wesley said, “Okay, but I will stay if After Wesley’s mother, Susan Shelley, that’s what you actually want me to do.â€? found a lump she thought was a skin irriHer mother said, “No, you go and do tation on her breast, she went to the docwhat you have to do.â€? tor and was diagnosed with breast cancer On Wesley’s second day of class, her in 2003. She chose to go through chemophone rang. It was her cousin. therapy and Wesley, who was stationed in “She’s gone,â€? her cousin said. Colorado at the time, asked her mother if Surrounded by Airmen, who at this she wanted her to come home to Georgia point in training were strangers, she took to help her through it. The woman, who the call as gracefully as she could. Despite always looked out for others so much so her efforts to hold it together, there was no that she took in struggling parents’ chilhiding the news from her class. dren, said she’d be ďŹ ne, and not to worry. With only a day’s notice, Wesley had to scramble to buy plane tickets for her and her son. “Plane tickets at the last minute, you can imagine the cost,â€? she said. She and her son made it to Macon in time for the funeral, but had to get back just as quickly as they left so she could make it back to her class. Wesley walked back into her classroom expecting to start the class with the lesson of the day. The lesson was presented by the once strangers in her class. “My NCO Academy class took up a collection of money because they knew that the plane tickets cost a lot,â€? she said. The money they collected was enough to pay for both her and her son. “I didn’t even know these people,â€? she said. “That’s when it hit me; the Air Force family – these people really are my family. They are really here for me. Photo illustration by Staff Sgt. Natasha Stannard “To go through something like that and U.S. Air Force Senior Master Sgt. Janna’ Wesley, Air Combat Command Enlisted Profesbe surrounded by people who care about sional Military Education functional manager, holds mementoes of her mother, Susan Shelley, in honor of Breast Cancer Awareness Month at Langley Air Force Base, Oct. 10. Wesley you – it means the world. The people I work with just rallied around me and gave keeps the mementoes on her at all times. 633RD AIR BASE WING PUBLIC AFFAIRS
Susan was right. “Everything went into remission,â€? said Wesley of the breast cancer. “She got a clean bill of health.â€? In November 2004, the cancer returned. This time it was attacking Susan’s liver and brain. “It was back, and it came back with a vengeance,â€? said Wesley of the cancer. “Unless you get a transplant or very expensive treatment, the fatality rate is high.â€? Susan was given six months to live, and Wesley didn’t ďŹ nd out the amount of time left until April, her mother’s last month. Wesley knew her mother was not doing well, but her family wanted to protect Wesley. However, when she came to visit her mother before attending NCO Academy in Colorado Springs, she knew her mother wouldn’t last much longer. “I had seen her before when she had breast cancer,â€? she said. “Then, she had lost her hair, but she still looked like my mom, and she was still as crazy as ever. She still had her attitude and her spunk about her.â€? This time was different. “I ew home, and my mom didn’t look anything like my mom,â€? said Wesley recalling the 5 foot 3 inch walking ball-ofďŹ re she described as her mother. “It threw
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U.S.Air Force Senior Master Sgt. Janna’Wesley, Air Combat Command Enlisted Professional Military Education functional manager, holds mementoes of her mother, Susan Shelley, in honor of Breast Cancer Awareness Month.Wesley keeps the mementoes on her at all times
me the biggest hug and support and love.â€? With those acts, Wesley knew the Air Force was where she belonged. “That was a turning point for me, and it played a huge role in my reenlistmentâ€? she said. “The Air Force really showed me who it was during that time. I’m not just a number, just somebody here – I’m cared for.â€? Now, the Air Force is even more than she could imagine. It is the symbolic embodiment of Susan Shelley, a spunky woman who lived the Air Force core values without even knowing them. A woman who took care of her family and accepted new family members just as the Air Force does. “The ďŹ rst time my mother ew on a plane was to come see me when my son turned one. During that time, I showed her around base, and to see her face light up and hear her say ‘Oh, my baby is in the military,’ that moment just makes me feel like every time I put on the uniform I keep her alive in that aspect. I look up and I say, ‘hey mom look what I’m doing, I’m still doing it.’
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U.S. Air Force Airman 1st Class James Towles, 36th Intelligence Squadron targeteer, talks with peers during a Bible study at Langley Air Force Base, Sept. 30. The weekly dinner and study for dormitory residents currently takes place in the FirstTerm Airman Center, but will change venues in February 2015.The event is not exclusive to single Airmen.
Single Airmen Ministry: Big changes are upcoming By Airman 1st Class Devin Scott Michaels 633RD AIR BASE WING PUBLIC AFFAIRS
The U.S. Air Force trains Airmen in Comprehensive Airman Fitness, which is based on four pillars: physical fitness, mental fitness, social fitness and spiritual fitness. An Airman who is considered “fit” in all four categories, is considered “fit to fight” according to CAF. To help the single Airmen of Langley Air Force Base-who mostly live in the dormitories – with the social and spiritual pillars, the Langley Chapel runs a program called the Single Airmen Ministry. The ministry’s mission is to support the spiritual journey of Airmen, promote activities that develop healthy relationships, value service to others and build leaders of faith and moral character. U.S. Air Force Chaplain (Capt.) Michael McDonald, 633rd Air Base Wing chaplain, said recent developments of the ministry have brought about several concurrent
changes that will positively affect Airmen in the dormitories. “Over the last few years, the chapel has led off-base retreats and weekly studies, but we are looking forward to even more,” McDonald said. “In November, we will begin an Airmen Worship Service on Thursdays while continuing our regular Tuesday dorm dinners in the First Term Airman Center.” McDonald also affirmed the Chapel is partnering with the United Service Organizations in February to have an Airmen Ministry Center. Its location will be in the new Airman Leadership building, behind the base theater and Shoppette; it will no longer be in the First Term Airman Center. The new worship service in November, named 707--a play on the Bible’s use of 70 times seven in parable about forgiveness – will be held on Thursdays at precisely 7:07 p.m. The Single Airmen Ministry’s dormitory dinner Bible studies are held on Tuesdays at 6 p.m. Events are scheduled to be held in
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the FTAC building until February, when the new Airmen Ministry Center is established. McDonald said he believes this is a good step toward a healthier Air Force. “The Air Force seems to put so much time and energy into building and training our Airmen to be war-fighters, but also desires its Airmen to build an authentic community, serve others and develop their leadership abilities in a holistic manner,” McDonald said. “That’s what the Chapel
is doing with the Single Airmen Ministry.” By assisting Airmen in the development of positive peer groups, the Single Airmen Ministry aims to instill peacefulness, better resilience and mental toughness in Airmen. McDonald said they hope the new changes will facilitate this process. For more information about the Single Airmen Ministry or the upcoming Airmen Ministry Center, contact the Langley Chapel at 764-7847.
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Senior non-commissioned officers from the 480th Intelligence, Surveillance and Reconnaissance Wing are leading the charge in the wing’s newly created Wingman Tactics Process, created to collect and review best wingman practices already in place throughout the wing, and then share those ideas with the rest of wing Airmen. The wingman tactics process is modeled off the existing weapons and tactics process that exists throughout the Air Force, however, instead of focusing on how best to employ an aircraft, battlefield tactic or counter enemy innovations...the wingman tactics process focuses on how best to care for the human weapon system -the Airmen of the wing. “Many units within our wing,
as well as the rest of the U.S. Air Force, are going above and beyond to help each other, really grasping what being a true wingman is all about,” said Master Sgt. Jena Brooks, 480th ISRW training superintendent and Wingman Tactics Team Leader. “These great practices should be captured and submitted to leadership for dissemination to everyone. What works in one section or unit may work in many, if not all.” The idea for the Wingman Tactics Process germinated in June. The result: a bottom-up innovation process to enable those closest to the activity to identify the best practices that support our Airmen and their families, and submit them to group leadership for sharing. Any member of the wing, military or civiliab, can submit an innovation for the wing to
review. A tactic is screened at the group level and submitted to wing team leads currently located in the wing’s mission support section, which then convene the wingman tactics working group to review the best practice for sharing. This working group is made up of nine SNCOs all holding a different Air Force Specialty Code ensuring a wide range of views are brought to the table. Each time a tactic is submitted to the wing, this group convenes to review the process and determines the best audience for dissemination. The group may determine to share the practice with other groups within the wing; a host wing; a major command; the ISR enterprise; or even the Air Force at-large. “During the first Wingman Tactics Process review, we received a fantastic cross section of wingman tactics,” said Haugh. “The tactics ranged from creating a unit culture of innovation; techniques to optimize the new Airman Comprehensive Assessment Form; re-
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siliency team tactics; a ‘What if tragedy occurs’ exercise; developing a Heritage Hall for Airmen; motorcycle mentoring techniques; and a promotion study process.” The group chose its first submission to review, ensured they had all the necessary information in-hand to understand the complexities of the innovation, confirmed they understood each part of the submission and then prepared a recommendation to present to the 480th ISRW commander, Col. Timothy Haugh. This resulted in the first disseminated submission, labeled Hawk Tank. Hawk Tank was created by the Hawks from the 392d Intelligence Squadron, Joint Base Pearl Harbor-Hickam, and modeled after a reality competition show. Hawk Tank is a forum within the squadron where Airmen can submit an idea to a panel, and if the panel determines it is attainable, the Airman receives resources and mentorship to set it in motion. “Balancing compliance, mission and innovation isn’t easy,”
said Tech. Sgt. Valerie Rivera, 392 IS, and the leading force behind Hawk Tank. “But in today’s intelligence, surveillance and reconnaissance world, it is a must. The enemy is smarter than ever before, yet so are our Airmen. How can we do a better job of tapping into the talents our Airmen bring?” Rivera’s leadership in creating the internal mechanisms to cultivate and sustain a culture of innovation has led her to be handpicked by Maj. Gen. John N.T. Shanahan, 25th Air Force commander, to brief the Hawk Tank concept to Chief of Staff of the U.S. Air Force Gen. Mark A. Welsh III during an upcoming visit. “Tech. Sgt. Rivera is leading the charge on innovation at the 692d ISR Group,” said Haugh. “Her efforts with creating a culture and supporting environment where Airmen think innovation have reaped many rewards.” According to Brooks, the rest of the initial submissions will be reviewed by the working group by the end of October.
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U.S. Air Force Airman 1st Class Patrick Long, 1st Operations Support Squadron aircrew flight equipment apprentice, conducts post flight inspections at Langley Air Force Base, Oct. 15.The pilot’s helmet, along with a parachute and survival kit, are considered life-saving flight equipment.
Long checks a parachute’s battery supply at Langley Air Force Base, Oct. 15. Aircrew flight equipment Airmen ensure aircrew members are prepared to deploy and understand the purpose, operation, care and use of their equipment. AFE Airmen perform operator maintenance and service inspections on various pieces of equipment including helmets, survival kit and night vision goggles.
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October is National Dental Hygiene month and it is paramount for everyone to be aware of the importance of having healthy teeth and gums. Dental professionals ensure patients are aware of the various health risks associated with poor oral hygiene. According to a study published in the Australian Dental Journal, one of the most common infectious oral diseases is dental decay. If simple tooth decay is not treated in time, a patient will later have to go through more invasive and extensive procedures, such as root canal treatments. It is also important to keep in mind bacteriacausing tooth decay is easily passed along through saliva. The National Institute of Dental and Craniofacial Research stated the mouth is the primary means of entry for many fungi, bacteria and different types of viruses. The dentist may be the first healthcare provider to detect serious diseases such as HIV, oral cancer or Herpes Virus Infection. By postponing a dental visit, a patient not only allows tooth decay to advance, but also avoids early prevention and treatment of other, possibly more serious conditions. Finally, according to several recent studies in the field, untreated gum disease is directly linked to health conditions such as diabetes, heart disease and pregnancy complications, such as low birth weight and preterm labor. What can you do to prevent these potential problems? 1) Always brush for two minutes, two times a day, and every day. Research shows that brushing for two minutes is the single most important method for reducing plaque and preventing cavities, gingivitis and other plaque-related diseases. Brushing properly is crucial to maintaining a healthy smile. 2) Ensure flossing is a daily habit. Daily flossing, or other methods of interdental cleaning, removes plaque and food particles a toothbrush a toothbrush can't reach, particularly under the gum line and between teeth. Failure to do so can allow for plaque buildup in these areas – which in turn can lead to tooth decay, tartar formation and gum disease. 3) Use a mouthwash to improve oral health. Rinsing your mouth with an anti-microbial mouth rinse each day is another important step you can take to prevent gum disease. Remember the teeth themselves account for less than half of the total surface area in your mouth, so brushing and flossing cannot eliminate all the plaque and germs. Be sure to finish oral care routine with an antiseptic mouthwash with the ADA Seal of Acceptance. 4) Chew sugar-free gum after eating. The action of chewing sugar-free gum stimulates the most important natural defense against tooth decay, which in turn helps fight cavities, neutralizes plaque acids, re-mineralizes enamel to strengthen teeth and washes away food particles. By following the recommended methods above, anyone can prevent potential health complications and ensure a healthy mouth and a bright smile for years to come.
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A patient in the Dental Command receives a cleaning at Fort Eustis,Va., Oct. 15, 2014. During the cleaning, the patient received multiple tips to keep their teeth healthy, such as proper flossing and brushing techniques.
U.S. Army Maj. Byran Horspool, Dental Command endodontist, examines a patient’s mouth through a microscope. The microscope allows for the dentist to see 25-times closer.
U.S. Army Capt. Elsie Hinz, Dental Command officer-incharge examines a panoramic X-ray at Fort Eustis, Va., Oct. 15, 2014. The panoramic X-ray gives dentists a look at the entire mouth to help find any issues, such as problems in the tooth root.
ABOVE: A patient at the Dental Command receives an X-ray. X-rays capture an image of the entire mouth to provide dentists with further details not visible to the naked eye.
LEFT: Cindy Delapena, Dental Command registered dental hygienist, performs a cleaning on a patient at Fort Eustis, Oct. 15. During a cleaning, patients have plaque removed from their teeth, their teeth polished and are given a fluoride treatment.
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Volunteer dedicates 35 years to U.S. Air Force Hospital Langley By Airman 1st Class Areca T. Wilson 633RD AIR BASE WING PUBLIC AFFAIRS
For more than three decades, Carol Hale has lent her time to the men and women of the U.S. Armed Forces and their families who seek medical assistance at U.S. Air Force Hospital Langley on Langley Air Force Base. In addition volunteering at the laboratory for 32 years, Hale also donated 25 years to the Thrift Shop on base, and 30 years to the American Red Cross. “I always thought everybody should volunteer as a way to give back,” said Hale. “I started here in 1981, I was working for the blood drive with Naval Medical Center, Portsmouth [Virginia] when I met everyone in the lab.” For six hours per day, three to four days a week, the Panama City, Florida native contributes to the mission by checking patients in, faxing civilian scripts when members are seen off base, and ensuring the proper lab work is ordered for each patient. “Without volunteers, we would be paying millions of dollars to have those employees,” said U.S. Air Force Lt. Col. Madelaine Sumera, 633rd Medical Support Squadron pathology flight commander. “These are folks who have been here forever, so they are extremely tied to the local community. They know what our patients need, they’re very passionate about their work and they are your continuity. They are critical.” Aside from playing her part in ensuring the mission is accomplished, Hale said she is simply happy to serve others. “I love all the people here at Langley,” she said. “People ask ‘How do you keep a smile on your face?’ and I ask ‘Do you want to see someone with a frown?’ so you keep going and that’s it. I try to teach theAirmen that if someone comes up with a bad attitude, you don’t know what kind of day they’re having so you have to be patient and pleasant with everybody.” Hale’s maternal approach and posi-
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Carol Hale, 633rd Medical Group Red Cross laboratory volunteer, checks a patient in at Langley Air Force Base, Oct. 8. In addition to volunteering at the Langley Thrift Shop for 25 years and the American Red Cross for 30 years, Hale has volunteered at the laboratory at U.S. Air Force Hospital Langley for 32 years.
tive attitude toward her duties are also carried over into her day-to-day life. “I know sometimes people say ‘Well they’re just a volunteer’ but Miss Hale is way more than that,” said Sumera. “She is sometimes a mentor, leader, an educator or someone who disciplines our young Airmen when it comes to life.” To her coworkers, Hale is not known to do the bare minimum. Her efforts to go above what is asked of her and is recognized by her contemporaries. “She’s only supposed to come in a couple days a week but there were times when she was coming in every day,” said Sumera. Lizu Hilton-Durham, 633rd MDSS quality assurance officer, shares Sumera’s sentiments. “There are times when she would stay past her half day,” said HiltonDurham. “She’ll be here till the end of the day. She’s a lot of help and she never asks for anything.” Though Hale’s dedication to her work is apparent, it was particularly exemplified during a period when manning was at 47 percent; when she “held down the fort” at the front desk.
“She makes a big difference and does everything except draw blood, but she probably will if we let her,” HiltonDurham jokingly said. “She helped tremendously with our patient care so our manning did not affect us badly.” Though Hale is aware of the appreciation expressed for her dedication, she remains humble and wishes only to help inspire others to give back. “I have been blessed all my life. My husband was in the military and I was fortunate enough that I could stay at home with my kids, so I was the volunteer for everything,” she said. “Hopefully I’ve planted a seed for all of the Airmen I help train upfront to give back and I enjoy it.” Hale said she hopes to keep lending her time for many years to come. “Hopefully I’m going to be here for a few more years,” she said. “I still have energy, so as long as I have energy and can smile about everything, I’ll be here.” Sumera finished with one last comment about Hale. “She’s Mama Hale for a lot of people,” said Sumera. “That’s just the kind of person she is. She’s very caring and it shows.”
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“We are the greatest land power the world has ever seen. We are the indispensable Army of the indispensable nation,” said Secretary of the Army John M. McHugh, referring to remarks President Obama made of the U.S. being the world’s go-to nation when trouble arises. The secretary added that the Army has a capability and capacity that no one else can replicate. McHugh was the keynote speaker today, at the opening ceremony of the Association of the United States Army Annual Meeting and Exposition held at the Walter E. Wasington Convention Center in Washington. Soldiers are now in some 150 countries, he continued, including the 10th Mountain Division (Light Infantry) and 1st Cavalry Division in Afghanistan. In the Philippines, Soldiers from the Joint Special Operations Task Force are part of the Army’s rebalance to the Pacific. In Korea, Soldiers of the 2nd Infantry Division are ensuring stability in that volatile region. In Ukraine, Soldiers from the 173rd Airborne Brigade were in Exercise Rapid Trident. “Our Soldiers went to Ukraine by invitation of the government, unlike the naked aggression displayed by Russian forces,” McHugh said. More recently, he said, Soldiers from the 101st Airborne Division (Air Assault) and Army engineer units deployed to Liberia to help fight the Ebola epidemic. Soldiers of the 1st Infantry Division headquarters deployed to Iraq. “Yes, we are the indispensable nation,” McHugh explained. “When trouble comes, no matter the challenge, they don’t call Beijing. They don’t call Moscow. They call us, the United States Army. And, despite predictions of many, the calls keep coming.” Airplanes and ships alone can’t win wars, McHugh said. “As important as they are, no Hellfire-equipped drone ever reclaimed lost territory,” he said. “No Tomahawk missile ever conducted a ground counter-
offensive. No bomber ever mentored or trained soldiers of allied nations building up capacity. Now, more than ever, we, this nation, need our Soldiers.” As budget constraints force a drawdown, the Army must maintain a balance between readiness, modernization and manpower, he said. But that could be even more difficult next year. If sequestration returns in fiscal year 2016, the tough choices and gains made during the reprieve this past year will dissipate and “another round of indiscriminate cuts will gut our force so we’re unable to meet the president’s defense strategic guidance,” McHugh said. “As I’ve told Congress repeatedly, this is a time for predictability. This is not a time for politics,” he said, referring to the need for predictable, long-term funding. Immediately following the Opening Ceremony, McHugh and Chief of Staff of the Army Gen. Ray Odierno held a joint press conference. Odierno said the next eight to 12 months will be one of the most important times in the nation’s history, as decisions are made about what the nation will do with its military. He was referring primarily to budget decisions and how that will impact the force and operations that are and will be required. Even as the uncertain legislative process grinds on, the Army is busy planning for a range of options. The Army Operating Concept, to be unveiled this week, will show the way ahead for the Army in the next 10, 15 and 20 years, Odierno said. “I’m excited about it and I think our Soldiers are excited about it.” One reporter questioned how the Army
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Secretary of the Army John McHugh, AUSA’s keynote speaker at the opening ceremony of the Association of the United States Army Annual Meeting and Exposition, Oct. 13, addresses the way ahead in fiscally-constrained and uncertain times, at the Walter E. Washington Convention Center,Washington, D.C. AUSA is a private, non-profit educational organization that supports America’s Army – active duty, National Guard,Army Reserve, Retirees, Department of the Army Civilians, wounded warriors, veterans, and family members.
could come out with a new operating concept with so much budget uncertainty and global instability. Odierno responded that the Army has to continue planning, even as unpredictability and uncertainty increase. “The intellectual has to precede the physical.” Also, the Army Operating Concept itself addresses the Army amidst global turmoil and uncertainty. While the Army Operating Concept will be the intellectual guiding force, the development of that leader who can operate in unpredictable environments will be vital, McHugh added. Odierno then addressed a question on how well the U.S. military was doing against ISIL, or the Islamic State.
“We’re watching the situation very carefully,” he responded. “The airstrikes are helping slow down the (enemy) advance. It’s buying us time so we can continue to train the Iraqi security forces.” But it’s more than just training them, he acknowledged, something the Army has been doing with the Iraqi security forces for a number of years. The problem with the Iraqi security forces over the last few years is they haven’t trusted their leaders, so they “abandoned their posts, which was really disappointing to me,” Odierno said. “While airstrikes are not going to solve the problems by themselves, you’ll need forces on the ground,” he continued. “That buys us time so we can train Iraqi forces on the ground as well as the Pesh“Yes, we are the indispensable nation. When trouble comes, no mat- merga forces in the north.” It will be a coalition effort and will not ter the challenge, they don’t call Beijing. They don’t call Moscow. They be resolved overnight, he said. call us, the United States Army. And, despite predictions of many, the “People don’t realize how difficult it calls keep coming.” is to conduct airstrikes, making sure you — John M. McHugh don’t have collateral damage,” he said. “So we’re going to be very careful.” Secretary of the Army “We were surprised by (the Islamic State’s) capability,” Odierno admitted.
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The 1st U.S. Army’s “Bold Shift” initiative to integrate the Army’s active-duty, National Guard and Reserve is “the right thing to do” for readiness today and the future, a top Defense Department official said at the Association of the U.S. Army’s annual meeting and exposition here yesterday. Paul D. Patrick, deputy assistant secretary of defense of reserve affairs for readiness, training and mobilization, talked about the 1st Army’s program during a panel discussion on Army total force implementation. The Bold Shift initiative focuses on premobilization training of all three of the Army’s components, so all soldiers are trained and configured in exactly how they will fight. “The advantages of 1st Army’s partnering and engagement with the Army National Guard and the Army Reserve in premobilization assessment training, planned development and postmobilization training and preparing [reserve component] units identified through mobilization for combat over the past 12plus years in Afghanistan and Iraq are well documented,” Patrick said. “And it’s brought the level of total-force integration to unprecedented heights,” he added. Optimal, efficient, cost-effective training The Army initiative ensures optimal training in an efficient and cost-effective manner, Patrick noted. “It encompasses not only training support personnel, facilities and equipment,
“The advantages of 1st Army’s partnering and engagement with the Army National Guard and the Army Reserve in premobilization assessment training, planned development and postmobilization training and preparing [reserve component] units identified through mobilization for combat over the past 12-plus years in Afghanistan and Iraq are well documented.” — Paul D. Patrick deputy assistant secretary of defense of reserve affairs for readiness, training and mobilization
[but the initiative] also brings together combat, combat support and combat service support formations from all components to train as you fight,” he said. The Army is organized, trained and equipped to fight as a total force, Lt. Gen. Michael S. Tucker, 1st U.S. Army commander, said during the panel discussion. “We never go to war as one component,” he said. “We go to war as a multicomponent force, always.” If integrating training with all components together is not done, Tucker said, “we’ll go back to our stovepipes, and we can’t allow that as we go to combat … as a multicomponent force.” The Army’s total force implementation,
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The 1st U.S. Army’s “Bold Shift” initiative integrates the Army’s active-duty, National Guard and Reserve units.The initiative focuses on cohesive training for all Soldiers.
as directed by Army Secretary John M. McHugh, is a partnership, said Gen. Mark A. Milley, commander of U.S. Army Forces Command. “We are partnering the active component with the National Guard and reserve units on a day-to-day, week-to-week, month-to-month basis,” Milley said. Need became clear in Iraq, Afghanistan The need for a total force became clear during 12 years of combat in Iraq and Afghanistan, said Lt. Gen. Jeffrey W. Talley, chief of the Army Reserve and commander of U.S. Army Reserve Command.
Developing the total force policy has been an open and collaborative process in the Army National Guard, added Maj. Gen. Judd H. Lyons, acting director of the Army National Guard. He added that it’s encouraging to see that all major exercises will now be multicomponent exercises. “It’s already paying dividends,” he said. Patrick noted that total force applies to more than one service branch. “[DoD’s reserve affairs] is doing its part to ensure an optimally ready total force,” he said, “not only for the Army, but for all the services.”
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Effective this date, 2nd Lt. Brittaney Wilson, 633rd MedThe Langley’s Got Talent “Where Stars are Born” comical Group, is detailed as the Summary Court Officer to se- petition will begin Oct. 17 at 7 p.m. in the Base Theater. cure and make proper disposition of the personal effects of The doors will open at 6:30 pm and admission is free. Capt. Kendra Balcom. Anyone having knowledge of monFor more information, call 764-2983. ey or property due to deceased or claims against the deceased estate, please contact 2nd Lt. Wilson at 764-5788. Team Langley 3rd Quarter Awards The 3rd Quarter Team Langley Awards will take place ADC relocation at 2:30 p.m., Oct. 30, at the 27th Aircraft Maintenance The Area Defense Counsel has moved to building 68, Unit Hangar. which is located at 120 Burrell Loop in Room 230, on the For any questions, contact Senior Master Sgt. Josh second floor. The ADC is available Monday through Friday Story by email joshua.story.1@us.af.mil, or phone 764by appointment only. 5553 or Senior Master Sgt. Rich Corey by email richard. For questions or to make appointments, call 764-5607. corey@us.af.mil or phone 764-0794.
SAPR Office relocation The Sexual Assault Prevention and Response Office relocated to 120 Burrell Loop Road, located across from the Community Commons. Walk-in services will be reduced, however, all emergencies will be supported by calling the response hotline number at 764-7272. For more info, contact Bernadette Hardy at 764-3359.
Right Start relocation Effective Oct. 14, Right Start sessions will be held at the Langley Community Commons from 7:30 a.m. to 12 p.m. For more information, call 764-3990.
Active-duty flu vaccines The 633rd Medical Group will begin conducting flu vaccination venues during the following dates and times. At this time, MDG personnel are only vaccinating active-duty military members. Venues for all other beneficiaries will be announced at a later date. All active-duty members must receive their flu vaccine from a military treatment facility and are not authorized to receive flu vaccines from a local civilian pharmacy/practice. Venues will be held in the MDG atrium on the following days: Oct. 17, 20, 22, 24, 27, 29 and 31. Hours of operation are 6 to 8 a.m., 11 a.m. to 1 p.m., and 2 to 4 p.m. For more information, call the Immunizations clinic at 764-6985, or Public Health at 764-6731.
Men’s fall retreat The Langley Chapel is sponsoring a men’s fall retreat from Oct. 17 at noon to Oct. 18 at 2 p.m. at Eastover retreat Center in Surry, Va. The cost is $35 per person, $15 for active-duty members. For more information, contact Jay Crawford at 2405655.
Langley Chapel to host Harvest Festival The Langley Chapel’s Annual Harvest Fest is Oct. 24, 6 to 8 p.m., on the grounds of Bethel Manor Chapel, located in Langley off -base family housing. The event features food, games, hayrides and entertainment for children and adults of all ages. Come and enjoy fellowship and good family fun. For more information contact, Gemiel Matthews at 7640951, or gemiel.matthews.ctr@us.af.mil.
The following events are held at the Fort Eustis and Langley Club: ■ Third Saturdays Comedy – 8 p.m., Oct. 18, at the Fort Eustis Club. ■ Sunday Brunch – 10:30 a.m. to 1 p.m., Oct. 19 and 26, at the Langley Club. ■ Breakfast with Santa – 10:30 a.m. to 2 p.m., Dec. 6, at the Fort Eustis Club. ■ Latin Night – 9 p.m. to 2 a.m., every Friday at the Fort Eustis Club. ■ Football Frenzy – The Langley Club will open at 12:30 p.m. every Sunday to allow patrons to watch NFL regular season games. A drawing of a special VIP package will take place each day. Langley Chiefs’ Group scholarships For more information, contact the Fort Eustis Club at The Langley Chiefs’ Group is proud to manage the 878-5700, and the Langley Club at 766-1361. Mary Matthews Scholarship Fund benefitting active-duty Airmen, E1-E6, stationed at Langley Air Force Base, who Zombie Run The 10th Intelligence Squadron is hosting a Zombie 5k are pursuing a college degree. Four $300 scholarships will be presented on Nov. 13. Applications are available starting at the Bayview Commonwealth Center Oct. 31 by contacting any member of the Langley Chiefs’ Group at 9:00 a.m., check-in at 8:00 a.m. Pre-registration is $35 and day-of registration is $40; $10 to be a zombie. All proand must be received by Oct. 17. For more information, contact Chief Master Sgt. Da- ceeds support the St. Jude Children’s Hospital. This is a vid Adkins at david.adkins.3@us.af.mil, or call 764-1294. family friendly event, so bring spouses and children. Halloween costumes are encouraged. JBLE hunting season For more information or to volunteer, contact Staff Sgt. Controlled hunts for white-tailed deer will be conduct- Darren Diones or Senior Airman Charlene Jarrell at 225ed during non-duty hours on weekends and some Fed- 1221. eral Holidays at Joint Base Langley-Eustis. Hunting is only available to active duty, retired military, Guard, Re- Military Classic Golf Tournament serve, civil service personnel and their families. All perRegistration is open for the 16th Annual Hampton sons interested in participating in the controlled hunting Roads Military Classic of the South Golf Tournament program must obtain a base hunting permit that will re- Nov. 11 at 7:30 a.m., at Kiskiack Golf Club in Williamsquire a Virginia state license, hunter’s safety certificate burg. Entry fee of $80 per player includes green fees, golf and registration of all firearms with Security Forces. The following events take place during hunting season cart, beverages, practice range balls, breakfast and after on Joint Base Langley-Eustis: tournament cookout. Deadline for registration is Nov. 3. ■ Archery season will run through Nov. 1. In the event of rain, the backup date is Nov. 15. ■ Firearm season (shotgun slug only) runs Nov. 15 to For more information and entry forms, contact Pete Jan. 3. Hoyer at p.hoyer@verizon.net or 877-4022, or Don GorTo sign up, contact the volunteer hunt coordinator at don at don@safeguard.hrcoxmail.com or 497-0363. Langleygw@aol.com, or the Civil Engineer Squadron Environmental Element Natural Resources section at 764- Retiree ID update DBIDS 1090. Due to the implementation of the Defense Biometric Identification System (DBIDS) on Joint Base Langley-EuTrunk or Treat stis, retirees with ID cards issued before 2003 must reA free Trunk or Treat event will be held Oct. 25, from port to the Military Personnel Section to have it replaced 2 p.m. to 4 p.m. at Building 15. No scary costumes al- before January 1, 2015. Failure to replace the ID card will lowed. result in being directed to the Visitor Control Center to To sign up for a space or for more info, call 764-3990. gain access to the installation. For more information, call 764-7770.
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The 633rd Medical Group members request volunteers to babysit Nov. 7, from 5:30 p.m. to 9:30 p.m., at the Langley Chapel Annex during an official function. Any person 18 and older that can be cleared through a background check is eligible to babysit. For more information or to volunteer, contact Staff Sgt. Janna Ybarra at 764-4186.
Military Tuition Assistance briefing Prior to using Tuition Assistance, Service members are required to attend an initial TA briefing. The briefings are conducted on Fridays, except the last Friday of each month, at 9 a.m., in room 130 at the Education Center. For more information, contact the Education Center at 764-2962 or 633fss.fsde.eo@us.af.mil.
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The Operation Rising Star singing competition will be held at 6 p.m., Oct. 22 and 29 at the Fort Eustis Club. The competition is open to all active-duty military and their family members ages 18 and older (as of Nov. 1). The top installation prize is $500 cash and video entry into the all-Army competition. The top Army winner will receive a professionally produced three-song CD with studio time, arrangers, coaches and musicians. Applications are available at http://new.jbleforcesupport.com/ operation-rising-star. Applications can also be emailed to sharon.r.noland2.naf@mail.mil. Judging for the auditions is by “judges only,” while the normal competition is a combination of judges and the audience. A $300 Spirit Award will be given for the most supportive family readiness group or unit during the entire competition. For more information, call 878-4430.
Do you want better transportation options to get to work, school and other important destinations? Your input is needed to help shape a new plan that has the potential to transform ways to connect people and places across Hampton Roads. Tell us what you think by taking a short survey at www.ConnectHamptonRoads.com. Connect Hampton Roads will explore options including improved roads, bridges, tunnels, expanded light rail, new bike and pedestrian pathways, and reliable and convenient bus service. A report outlining the results will be available later this year, followed by a collaboration of regional partners in drafting a program of new multimodal transportation solutions. For more information, contact Tom Holden at 222-6000.
Army Community Service classes and workshops for October will include: ■ ACS Ladies Night Out – 6 to 8 p.m., Oct. 23. Registration is required. ■ Advanced IndividualTraining SpousesWelcome Reception – 9:30 to 10:30 a.m. or 6 to 7 p.m., Oct. 21. Children are welcome. ■ Baby and Me Play Group – 10 to 11 a.m. onThursdays at 501 Madison Ave. ■ Care Team Training – 9 a.m. to 2:30 p.m., Oct. 22. ■ Couponing Strategies – 5 to 7 p.m., Oct. 21 at the Fort Eustis Commissary. Registration is required. ■ Credit Reporting, Scores and Debt Management – 9 to 10 a.m., Oct. 21. ■ DevelopingYour Financial Plan – 9 to 10 a.m., Oct. 28. ■ Effective Resume Writing – 9 a.m. to noon, Oct. 24. ■ Federal Employment – 10 a.m. to noon, Oct. 31. ■ Leadership Development, Army Family Team Building – 9 a.m. to 3:30 p.m., Oct. 28-30. Registration is required. ■ Play Mornings Play Group – 10 to 11:30 a.m. on Wednesdays at 1102 Pershing Ave. Unless otherwise noted, classes and briefings will take place in Bldg. 650, Monroe Ave. For more information, call 878-3638.
‘Night at the Army Transportation Museum’ The annual “Night at the ArmyTransportation Museum” will be held from 5 to 8 p.m., Oct. 27 at 300 Washington Blvd. This family-friendly Halloween event is free and open to the public. Children ages 12 and under are invited to wear their costumes, trick-or-treat and see the exhibits “come alive.” For more information, call 878-1115.
Native American Heritage observance The Dental Activity will host the Joint Base Langley-Eustis Native American Heritage observance at 10:30 a.m., Nov. 5 at WylieTheater.The guest speaker is Jaime Helmick, Jamestown Settlement Museum historic site supervisor. For more information, contact Sgt. 1st Class Jennifer King at 314-7799 or Leah Mallo at 314-7716.
Open Season and Health Benefits Fair ■ Open Season –The 2014 Open Season for federal appropriated fund employees will take place Nov. 10 through Dec. 8. During this period, eligible employees can enroll or make changes to their health benefits, flexible spending accounts, and dental and vision insurance programs. The 2015 federal employees’ health benefits premium rates are available at www.opm.gov/insure/health/rates/index. asp. For more information and additional resource materials, visit www.opm.gov. To enroll in the Flexible Spending Program, employees can visit http://www.fsafeds.com or call (877) 372-3337 toll-free. Enrollments do not carry forward from year to year and current participants must reenroll for 2015. ■ Health Benefits Fair – The Fort Eustis Open Season Benefits Fair will be held from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., Nov. 6 at the Army Transportation Museum at 300 Washington Blvd. Participating healthcare provider representatives will be available to answer questions and provide health plan brochures, while supplies last. For more information, Army employees can contact Nicolas Graham at the Civilian Employee Advisory Center at 878-2538. Air Force employees can contact Vonda Reid at the 633rd Force Support Squadron Personnel office at 878-0661.
Motorcycle rider courses The 633rd ABW Safety Office is offering the following motorcycle courses: ■ Experienced Rider’s Course (BRC-2) – 8 a.m. to 4 p.m., Oct. 29 and Nov. 12,Training Area 14-A at 3300 Wilson Ave. ■ Advanced Rider’s Course (ARC) – 8 a.m. to 4 p.m., Nov. 4, 705 Washington Blvd., room 106. ■ Military Sport Bike Rider’s Course (MSRC) – 8 a.m. to 4 p.m., Oct. 28, 705 Washington Blvd., room 106. Motorcycle courses are offered to active-duty U.S. military members on a first-come, first-serve basis. Family members, retirees, Department of Defense civilians and contractors will be scheduled on a standby basis only. To register, email usaf.jble.633-abw-mbx.eustis-safety-office@ mail.mil and include the following information: desired course and date, first and last name, last four digits of social security number, rank, age, branch of service, unit, phone number and email address. The Beginner Rider’s Course is not offered at Fort Eustis; however, active-duty military can take the BRC at Fort Lee or Little Creek free of charge. The BRC is also offered for a fee atThomas Nelson Community College,Tidewater Community College, Rappahannock Community College and other local colleges. For more information, call 501-8261/8224/8230.
Child,Youth and School Services classes Fort Eustis Child, Youth and School Services is offering the following JBLE instructional program classes at 1102 Pershing Avenue. ■ Ballet andTap – ages 3-18,Wednesdays, $40 per month. ■ Gymnastics – ages 3-18, $40 per month. ■ Piano Lessons – ages 5-18, Tuesday through Friday, individual lessons, prices vary. ■ Tae Kwon Do – ages 5-18, Tuesdays and Thursdays, two levels, $50 per month. ■ Violin Lessons – ages 5-18, Tuesdays through Friday, rates vary depending upon length of lesson. Classes are open to dependents of active-duty military, Department of Defense civilian employees, National Guard, Reserves and contractor employees. To register, call 878-4025. For more information, visit http://new.jbleforcesupport. com/jble-instructional-program.
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. 22 is: ■ Friday – BTRACS, Range 1, 2, 3 (7 a.m. to 10 p.m.) ■ Saturday – Range 1, POW Range 2, 3 (noon to 5 p.m.) ■ Sunday – No scheduled ranges ■ Monday – BTRACS, Range 1, 2, 3 (8 a.m. to 6 p.m.) ■ Tuesday – BTRACS, Range 1 (7 a.m. to 10 p.m.) ■ Wednesday – BTRACS, Range 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
Bicycle registration Fort Eustis Military Police, in conjunction with Balfour Beatty Communities and the Exchange, are offering bicycle registration for on-post residents to help identify lost or stolen bicycles. Registration forms are available at the following primary locations: ■ MP Station, Bldg. 648 – 24 hours a day, 7 days a week ■ Vehicle Registration Office, Bldg. 2 – 8 a.m. to 4 p.m., Monday through Friday Registration forms are also available during regular business hours at the following alternate locations: ■ Balfour Beatty Community Center, Bldg. 126 ■ Fort Eustis Exchange, Bldg. 1386 ■ Vehicle and Weapons Registration Office, Bldg. 650 For more information about the bicycle registration program, call 878-3623.
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In celebration of the U.S. Navy’s birthday and the contributions and sacrifices of Sailors, Marines and Coast Guard men and women, the following events will take place during Fleet Week Hampton Roads 2014. ■ Admirals Hockey Military Appreciation Night – Military Appreciation Night is scheduled for 7:15 p.m., Oct. 17 at the Norfolk Scope. The Norfolk Admirals will play the Manchester Monarchs and military personnel will drop the ceremonial puck. Red-level tickets are $11 for active-duty military and $9 each for groups of 15 or more. For more information, call 640-1212, ext. 23, or visit www.norfolkadmirals.com. ■ Fleet Fest – Fleet Fest will be held from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m., Oct. 18 at Naval Station Norfolk, Pier 14.The event is free and open to the public. The USS Theodore Roosevelt, USS Gravely and USS Gonzalez will be open for public visitation from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Other activities will include military displays, aircraft static displays, a chili cook-off, car show, and a children’s area. The U.S. Fleet Forces Band will perform at 3 p.m. For more information, call 322-2337 or visit www.discovermwr.com/FleetFest. ■ Fleet Week 10K Trail Run – The 10K Trail Run will take place at 11:30 a.m., Oct. 17 at Naval Weapons Station Yorktown. The event is free and open to Department of Defense cardholders. Online registration ends at midnight, Oct. 13 and race day registration begins at 10 a.m. For more information, visit www.discovermwr.com/navyfitness/runs.html. ■ Navy Birthday 5K on the Runway – The 5K on the Runway will take place at 8 a.m., Oct. 20 at Naval Air Station Oceana. The event is free and open to all Department of Defense cardholders. For more information, visit www. discovermwr.com/navyfitness/runs.html. ■ U.S. Fleet Forces Band Concert – The U.S. Fleet Forces Band Wind Ensemble will perform from 6 to 8 p.m., Oct. 17 at City Center at Oyster Point in Newport News. Admission and parking are free, and food and beverages will be available for purchase. For more information, call 887-4939.
The Virginia Living Museum will host “Night of the Living Museum” from 5 to 8 p.m., Oct. 18 at 524 J. Clyde Morris Boulevard in Newport News. This is a non-scary Halloween event for families with children ages 12 and under. Activities will include live animal shows, pumpkin carving, a nighttime hike along the outdoor boardwalk, crafts, games and trick-or-treating.The cost is $9 for members and $12 for non-members, and children ages 13 and under must be accompanied by an adult. Visitors can come dressed as their favorite characters or wild animals. A condensed “Fright Night” laser show will take place at 5:45, 6:30 and 7:15 p.m. for an additional fee. The Wild Side Café and Wild Things museum store will also be open during the event. Tickets are available at http://thevlm.org/events/museum-events/night-of-the-living-museum/. For more information, call 595-9135.
Virginia Zoo Halloween events The Virginia Zoo will host the following Halloween events at 3500 Granby Street in Norfolk. ■ Family Boo Snooze – 6 p.m., Oct. 17 to 10 a.m., Oct. 18. The event is open to children ages 6 and older and features games, a nighttime hike around the zoo and a light continental breakfast. Children must be accompanied by a parent or guardian. The cost is $35 per person and online registrations are required. To purchase tickets, visit www. virginiazoo.org. For more information, e-mail judy.totten@ norfolk.gov or call 441-2374, ext. 229. ■ Zoo Boo – 10 a.m. to 6 p.m., Oct. 25. Activities will include trick-or-treating, hayrides, costume contests and more. Costume contests will take place at 11:30 a.m., and 1:30 and 3:30 p.m. Admission is $6 for members, $11 for non-members and free for children ages 2 and under. Hayrides are $1 each and the Zoo Boo Choo-Choo is $3. The rain date is Nov. 1. To purchase tickets online, visit www. virginiazoo.org. For more information, call 441-2374.
es will be available for purchase. All films are unedited PG and the schedule is listed below: ■ Oct. 18 – Top Gun ■ Oct. 25 – Jaws ■ Oct. 31 – Beetlejuice ■ Nov. 1 – Ghostbusters For more information, visit www.nngov.com.
Hampton Roads Philharmonic concert The Hampton Roads Philharmonic will be performing Dvorak: Symphony No. 9: “From the New World,” Oct. 18th at 8 p.m. and Oct. 19 at 2:30 p.m. at the American Theater located at 125 East Mellen Street, Hampton, VA 23663. Prices are $20 for adults, $10 for ages 17 and under, and $18 for military, seniors and groups of 15 or more. Tickets can be purchased from the American Theater Box Office at www.hamptonarts.net or 722-2787.
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The 233rd anniversary of the Revolutionary War will be celebrated Oct. 18-19 at the Yorktown Victory Center, Yorktown Battlefield and Historic Yorktown. The schedule of events is listed below: ■ Yorktown Battlefield Anniversary Programs – The National Park Service will offer tours and talks at the visitor center, highlighting the 1781 siege of Yorktown. Admission for Oct. 18 is $7 for adults and free for children ages 16 and under. Free admission is offered on Oct. 19 as part of the Yorktown Day celebration. For more information, call 9892410 or visit www.nps.gov/colo. ■ Yorktown Day Celebration – Wreath-laying ceremonies will take place in the morning on Oct. 19. The Yorktown Day parade will start at 1:30 p.m. and travel down Main Street, passing in front of the Victory Monument. Patriotic exercises will be held at the monument, followed by a wreath-laying ceremony and Brunswick stew lunch. ■ Yorktown Victory Center Revolutionary War Programs – The Victory Center will feature musket and artillery demonstrations, and hands-on interpretive programs at the Continental Army encampment and 1780s farm recreations. Attendees can enroll in “A School for the Soldier,” drill with wooden muskets, observe methods of openhearth cooking and view textile and spinning demonstrations. Admission is $9.75 for adults, $5.50 for children ages 6-12 and free for children ages 5 and under. Residents of York County, James City County and the City of Williamsburg, including the College of William and Mary, receive complimentary admission with proof of residency. There will be a free trolley throughoutYorktown between 11 a.m. and 5 p.m.The schooners Alliance and Serenity will also be available for viewing at the Riverwalk Landing piers. For more information, call (888) 593-4682 toll-free or 253-4838, or visit www.historyisfun.org.
Saints Constantine and Helen Greek Orthodox Church will sponsor the Newport News Greek Festival on Oct. 2325 at 60 Traverse Road. Admission is free and the event will include crafts and other activities. Food and beverages will be available for purchase. Hours are from 4 to 9 p.m., Oct. 23 and 11 a.m. to 10 p.m., Oct. 24-25. For more information, call 596-6151.
‘Films by the Fountain’ at City Center The Newport News Parks and Recreation office will host “Films by the Fountain” at 7 p.m., Oct. 18 through Nov. 1 at City Center at Oyster Point in Newport News. The event is free and open to the public. Visitors are encouraged to bring a picnic dinner and blankets for seating. Food and beverag-
Fort Monroe ‘Ghost Walks’ The Fort Monroe Authority will host guided “Ghost Walks” from 6 to 10 p.m., Oct. 24 and 25 at Fort Monroe in Hampton. Visitors can learn about the hidden secrets of the fort’s 400-year history. The 45-minute walking tours will begin every 20 minutes and will take place rain or shine. The cost is $15 in advance and $20 the night of the event. The program is not recommended for children under age 12, and children ages 12-16 must be accompanied by an adult. To purchase tickets online, visit www.fmauthority.com or call 690-8061 or 251-2752.
VASC Halloween Bash The Virginia Air and Space Museum’s 23rd annual Halloween Bash will take place from 4 to 7 p.m., Oct. 25 at 600 Settlers Landing Road in Hampton. The event features safe trick-or-treating, a haunted house, make-and-take activities, an all-ages costume contest and the Hampton Sheriff’s Department Child Identification Program. Families can trick-ortreat at downtown Hampton shops and restaurants from 6 to 7 p.m. Admission is $6 in advance and $8 the day of the event. To purchase tickets online, visit www.vasc.org. For more information, call 727-0900.
Sea Monster Halloween Bash The Mariners’ Museum will host a Sea Monster Halloween Bash from 5 to 8 p.m., Oct. 25 at 100 Museum Drive in Newport News. This family-friendly event features trick-ortreat stations, games, a scavenger hunt, costume contest and refreshments. Cost is $5 for members, $7 for non-members and free for children ages 1 and under. Space is limited. Purchase tickets in advance at www.marinersmuseum.org. For more information, call 596-2222.
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