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‘Through the eyes of a transporter’ Eustis celebrates birthday of Transportation Corps

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359th ICTC Soldiers honor fallen comrades during 5K — Page 8

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In spite of persistent economic difficulties, active-duty and retired Airmen have contributed more than $6 million to the Air Force Assistance Fund, or AFAF, during this year’s fund drive. Although the annual AFAF drive has yet to garner this year’s $6.4 million goal, contributions continue to roll in from the 79 assistance fund campaigns around the world. Those, coupled with retiree and annuitant contributions, may make the difference, said Bill D’Avanzo, from the Air Force Personnel Center. Even though the AFAF drive has closed for the active-duty members, it is open year-round for retirees to submit contributions through the mail. While the overall totals to date paint a sobering picture that may be indicative of the current economy and financial uncertainty that permeates the U.S. and its government right now, officials said they also show the Air Force takes care of its own. “Times are tough and many of our fellow Airmen are in need,” D’Avanzo said. “The fact that Airmen are still giving means they are giving sacrificially and it proves to me that we truly are a family.” All the money donated to AFAF directly supports Airmen and their families through four key programs: ■ The General and Mrs. Curtis E. LeMay Foundation helps Air Force retirees’ widows, both officer and enlisted, with grants of assistance whenever needed. ■ The Air Force Enlisted Village provides a safe and secure place for surviv-

“Times are tough and many of our fellow Airmen are in need. The fact that Airmen are still giving means they are giving sacrificially and it proves to me that we truly are a family.” — Bill D’Avanzo Air Force Personnel Center

ing spouses of retired Air Force service members. ■ The Air Force Village provides a comfortable and affordable retirement community for the widowed spouses of retired Air Force officers. ■ The Air Force Aid Society provides worldwide emergency assistance to members and their families, sponsors educational assistance programs and offers base community programs to improve Airman and family welfare.

Heritage Spotlight A 1956 law was the first establishment of an official motto for the United States. Although “E Pluribus Unum” (from many, one) had been adopted by an Act of Congress in 1782 as the motto for the Seal of the United States and had been used on money since 1795, it was considered an unofficial motto. A phrase similar to “In God We Trust” ap-

An example of the impact these charities have on Airmen comes from prior-enlisted member, Maj. Jim Murtha, a 811th Force Support Squadron operations officer. As an airman first class at Rhein-Main Air Base, Germany, his wife – then pregnant with their twin daughters – ran into a very tight financial situation. The family was under extreme stress expecting two children at once, which would double their new baby needs. In addition, they had a 10-year old car that kept breaking down and a home to pay for. Murtha’s first sergeant referred him to the Air Force Aid Society representative who put him at ease, helped put his family on the right path, offered financial counseling, provided information on food pantries as well as contacts for a support group for parents of twins. “We were overwhelmed by the support we received from the Air Force Aid Society and 21 years later, we continue to support them during the AFAF annual campaign,” Murtha said. “The Fund has been a blessing to my family and me.” Murtha said donors not only give money but something even more important. They give hope. “I believe donating to the AFAF is like donating blood,” Murtha said. “You have no idea who will need it but you know someone will, and when you’re on the receiving end of that donation, it’s life-saving.” For more information regarding the four charities sponsored by AFAF please visit http://www.afassistancefund.org.

‘In God We Trust’ pears in the final stanza of The Star-Spangled Banner. Written in 1814 by Francis Scott Key, the song contains an early reference to a variation of the phrase: “And this be our motto: ‘In God is our trust.’” The change from “E Pluribus Unum” to “In God WeTrust” was generally considered uncontroversial at the time, given the rising influence

of organized religion and pressures of the Cold War era in the 1950s. The 1956 law was one of several legislative actions Congress took to differentiate the United States from atheistic Communism. Earlier, a 1954 act added the words “under God” to the Pledge of Allegiance. The constitutionality of the modern national motto has been questioned with re-

lationship to the separation of church and state outlined in the First Amendment. In 1970, in Aronow v. United States, the United States Court of Appeals for the Ninth Circuit ruled that the motto does not violate the First Amendment to the Constitution. The United States Supreme Court has not ruled on the issue to this day.

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In celebration of the U.S. Army Transportation Corps’ 72nd birthday, the Army Transportation Museum at Fort Eustis hosted the opening of its new exhibit featuring Operations Enduring and Iraqi Freedom and Operation New Dawn on July 24. The 5,000-square-foot gallery took more than 18 months to complete and features newer artifacts and advanced, interactive audio and visual technologies.The new gallery is expanded from its previous 1,200 square feet, and transitions from Desert Shield and Desert Storm through 10 years in Iraq and Afghanistan.

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Members of the Fort Eustis and transportation communities celebrated the U.S. Army Transportation Corps birthday with a series of events July 24 and 25 at Fort Eustis. The celebration included an exhibit opening at the Army Transportation Museum, a Hall of Fame induction ceremony and a visit from the U.S. Transportation Command deputy commanding general. Throughout military history, the need for transportation has been integral to supporting worldwide contingencies. During the Revolutionary War, transportation was handled through two branches – the Corps of Engineers and the Quartermaster Corps. The Transportation Corps was created on July 31, 1942, when the Department of War recognized the need for a single branch to manage Army trans-

portation. In celebration of the Transportation Corps’ 72nd birthday, the Transportation Museum opened its new exhibit featuring Operations Enduring and Iraqi Freedom and Operation New Dawn. The 5,000-square-foot gallery took more than 18 months to complete. It features new artifacts and advanced, interactive audio and visual technologies, said David Hanselman, Transportation Museum director. “Our previous gallery was only 1,200 square feet, so the storyline ended in 2010 in Afghanistan,” said Hanselman. “The expanded gallery tells the story of Transportation Corps Soldiers through these conflicts, and transitions from Desert Shield and Desert Storm through a chronology of 10 years in Iraq and Afghanistan, highlighting the changes, challenges and hazards our Soldiers went through.” U.S. Army Brig. Gen. John P. Sullivan,

Army chief of transportation, gave opening remarks during the ceremony and expressed an appreciation for the role Transportation Corps Soldiers have played in movement of combat power during those conflicts. “This exhibit serves as a testament to our Soldiers’ service, but it is not an exercise in nostalgia – it’s much more about our future than our past,” said Sullivan. “Our museum and this exhibit are all about connecting the current generation of transporters, as well as future Army transporters, with those who have preceded them. It’s about teaching the hardwon lessons of previous conflicts and more than anything, to remind those of us currently serving of the sacrifices and accomplishments of our predecessors, which call each of us to a higher standard of service.” SEE BIRTHDAY PAGE 4

“This exhibit serves as a testament to our Soldiers’ service, but it is not an exercise in nostalgia – it’s much more about our future than our past. Our museum and this exhibit are all about connecting the current generation of transporters, as well as future Army transporters, with those who have preceded them. It’s about teaching the hard-won lessons of previous conflicts and more than anything, to remind those of us currently serving of the sacrifices and accomplishments of our predecessors, which call each of us to a higher standard of service.” — Brig. Gen. John P. Sullivan Army chief of transportation

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BIRTHDAY FROM PAGE 3 Following the ribbon-cutting, the museum also held a Hall of Fame induction ceremony to honor 10 people who made significant contributions through actions beyond normal duty which enhanced the Transportation Corps’ mission. As an extension of the birthday celebration, U.S. Navy Vice Adm. William Brown, U.S. Transportation Command deputy commanding general, toured various organizations, including the installation simulator, the 7th Transportation Brigade (Expeditionary), and the 597th Transportation Brigade. U.S. Army Col. Randal Nelson, 7th Trans. Bde. (Ex.) commander, expressed gratitude for being able to highlight transportation capabilities to Brown in conjunction with the Transportation Corps birthday. “Any chance to illustrate the Transportation Corps as the tip of the spear, and that we have paid a heavy price, is beneficial to our current formation, and honors those who fought before us,” said Nelson. “It’s an honor to have Vice Adm. Brown visit our team. Illustrating our current capability and discussing our ongoing operations – both maritime and ground – demonstrates that we continue to carry on with dynamic missions, much like the Transportation Corps generations that blazed a trail before us.” In honor of those Soldiers, Hanselman said the Transportation Museum team will continue to pay tribute to their contributions and sacrifices through exhibits that help tell the story of the Army as a whole, preserving those stories for generations to come. “We represent the Transportation Corps, but we are also the voice of the Army for many who come through our doors. We may tell the Army story through the eyes of a transporter, but really, it’s the story of all Soliders – in Iraq, Afghanistan, World War II, or any conflict,” said Hanselman. “When the Soldiers come through and they tell us, ‘You got it right,’ that’s everything to us. We’re doing this for them, their families and the American people who want to learn their stories. It’s our job to get it right, because that’s what the Soldiers deserve.”

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ABOVE: (From left) Retired U.S. Army Col. James Rockey, Army Transportation Museum Foundation president, David Hanselman, museum director, and retired Brig. Gen. James Hodge, guest speaker, cut the ceremonial ribbon during the museum’s exhibit opening at Fort Eustis, July 24. RIGHT: In celebration of the U.S. ArmyTransportation Corps’ 72nd birthday, the Army Transportation Museum hosted aTransportation Corps Hall of Fame induction ceremony.The ceremony honored 10 people who made significant contributions through actions beyond normal duty that enhanced theTransportation Corps’ mission.

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U.S. Army Brig. Gen. John P. Sullivan, Army chief of transportation, gives opening remarks during the exhibit ribbon-cutting ceremony at Fort Eustis. In his remarks, Sullivan expressed an appreciation for the role Transportation Corps Soldiers have played in movement of combat power during Operations Iraqi Freedom and Enduring Freedom.

U.S. Navy Vice Adm.William A. Brown (right), U.S.Transportation Command deputy commander, visits with U.S. Army Col. Randall Nelson, 7thTransportation Brigade (Expeditionary) commander, at Fort Eustis, July 25. Brown toured Fort Eustis’ 3rd Port and discussed the brigade’s concept of support with Nelson.

U.S. Army Transportation Museum patrons experience the newly-opened Operations Iraqi and Enduring Freedom exhibit during the museum’s ribbon-cutting ceremony. The 5,000-square-foot gallery took more than 18 months to complete and features new artifacts and advanced, interactive audio and visual technologies.

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(From left) Eniale Matheny, Richard Reynal, Derrik Matheny and Judy Reynal, family members of the late U.S. Army Sgt. Caryn Nouv who was killed in action July 27, 2013, attended the Peninsula Pilots baseball team’s Second Annual Gold Star Family Appreciation Night in Hampton, July 23, 2014.The family used the Fort Eustis Gold Star Family program’s services to help with the healing process after their loss.

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ABOVE: Steve Chambers (left), brother of U.S. Army Sgt. David Chambers, who lost his life while on duty Jan. 16, 2013, threw the first pitch during the Peninsula Pilot’s Gold Star Family Appreciation Night. The Gold Star Family program holds events such as Thanksgiving meals and Mother’s Day activities. LEFT: U.S. Army Col. William Galbraith, 733rd Mission Support Group commander, stands on the field of War Memorial stadium with Gold Star Family members. More than 50 family members attended the event which celebrated the lives of their deceased Service members.

Gold Star Family program helps with the healing By Airman 1st Class Kimberly Nagle 633RD AIR BASE WING PUBLIC AFFAIRS

July 27, 2013 was a day Richard and Judy Reynal will always remember - the day they learned their daughter, U.S. Army Sgt. Caryn Nouv from the 359th Transportation Company out of Fort Eustis, Virginia, was killed while deployed to Afghanistan. “I was in the garage getting ready for Sunday school the next morning when I heard some rustling coming from out front – I figured it was my neighbors,” Judy recalled. “But then I saw them – I said to [the men who delivered the message], ‘I know you only come out if something really bad happened.’ They responded with the information of my daughter’s fatality. From that point on everything kind of felt like a blur.”

“I was in the garage getting ready for Sunday school the next morning when I heard some rustling coming from out front – I figured it was my neighbors. But then I saw them – I said to [the men who delivered the message], ‘I know you only come out if something really bad happened.’” — Judy Rynal on learning that her daughter, U.S. Army Sgt. Caryn Nouv, was killed while deployed to Afghanistan Richard then went upstairs to tell Nouv’s youngest child, Derrik of the news of his mother. “He said, ‘Pa-Pa, that’s not my mom, that is just someone who looks like her, right?’” said Richard.

In the days following, their house filled with neighbors and friends to help the family cope and accept the news of their daughter’s passing. Shortly after learning of their daughter’s death, the family was contacted by

Rochelle Crockett, Fort Eustis Survivor Outreach Services support coordinator. From there, they became a part of the Gold Star Family program. Through the Fort Eustis’ Gold Star Family program, Nouv’s family has been able to start the journey to recovery. The SOS and the Gold Star Family program is for families of Service members who have lost their lives, and is designed to help the family of the fallen Service member with all of the planning, finances and counseling they need to cope with their loss. “We received more than 100 sympathy letters from other Gold Star families,” said Judy. SEE GOLD STAR PAGE 7

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Members of theVirginia Patriot Guard attend the Peninsula Pilot baseball team’s Second Annual Gold Star Family Appreciation Night in Hampton, July 23.The primary mission of the guard is to honor fallen Service members and ensure an atmosphere of dignity for the families.

GOLD STAR FROM PAGE 6 “We never knew the SOS program existed, but now that we do, they are so dedicated to providing support to us,” Richard added. “I just can’t get over the amount of support the Army has provided [our family].” The Gold Star Family program hosts various events, including luncheons, invitations to post events and appreciation nights at sporting events, like the Peninsula Pilot baseball team’s Second Annual Gold Star Family Appreciation Night. While attending events held by the Gold Star Family program, Nouv’s children interacted with other children who have experienced similar circumstances. “The kids may not know each other’s stories, or even their name, but it is nice for them to at least have someone around who may understand,” said Judy. Although the family is still healing, they said they are grateful for SOS’s help. For more information on the Gold Star Family program contact at 878-3887.

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U.S. Army Soldiers from the 359th Inland Cargo Transfer Company, 10th Transportation Battalion, 7th Transportation Brigade (Expeditionary) salute in honor of a fallen Soldier during a memorial 5K at Fort Eustis, July 25. Soldiers stopped at every mile marker to honor Staff Sgt. Justin Johnson, Sgt. Eric Lawson and Sgt. Caryn Nouv, who were killed in Afghanistan in 2013. RIGHT: U.S. Army Sgt. Melissa Raposo reads a quote from the poem “Do Not Stand at My Grave and Weep,” by Mary Elizabeth Frye.

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U.S. Army Soldiers from the 359th Inland Cargo Transfer Company, 10th Transportation Battalion, 7th Transportation Brigade (Expeditionary) run a memorial 5K. More than 100 Soldiers ran in honor of three comrades who made the ultimate sacrifice.

“Some say that freedom is free. Well, I tend to disagree.” During the early morning hours of July 25, the sound of this cadence could be heard echoed across Fort Eustis. U.S. Army Soldiers from the 359th Inland Cargo Transfer Company, 10th Transportation Battalion, 7th Transportation Brigade (Expeditionary) ran a memorial 5K in honor of three comrades who were killed-in-action while deployed to Afghanistan in 2013. Staff Sgt. Justin Johnson of Hobe Sound, Florida, was killed after being struck by a mortar attack while at the entry control point of Bagram Air Base, Afghanistan. Just five weeks later, Staff Sgt. Eric Lawson of Stockbridge, Georgia, and Sgt. Caryn Nouv of York County, Virginia, were killed when enemy forces attacked their vehicle with an improvised explosive device and small arms fire. “It is important to remember our fallen Soldiers because they gave everything for us,” said 1st Sgt. Paul Ellis, 359th ICTC, 10th Transportation Battalion, 7th Transportation Brigade (Expeditionary) first sergeant. “They made the ultimate sacrifice for this nation and for this Army, and it’s important that we thank them in our own way.” Tears fell at each mile marker during the 5K run as Soldiers stopped to read information for each fallen comrade and read from the poem, “Do Not Stand at My Grave and Weep,” by Mary Elizabeth Frye. “Nouv had this contagious laugh that would just light up the room,” said Sgt. Melissa Raposo, 2nd Platoon, 359th ICTC, 10th Transportation Battalion, 7th Transportation Brigade (Expeditionary) squad leader, with tears in her eyes. “She was a great noncommissioned officer who knew her job well and would stop just about anything she was doing to help someone out.” Sergeant Matthew McCall, 359th ICTC, 10th Transportation Battalion, 7th Transportation Brigade (Expeditionary) assistant noncommissioned officer in charge, has fond memories of Staff Sgt. Lawson from their deployment.

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U.S. Army Sgt. Melissa Raposo, 2nd Platoon, 359th Inland Cargo Transfer Company, 10th Transportation Battalion, 7th Transportation Brigade (Expeditionary) squad leader, wears a memorial bracelet at Fort Eustis, July 25. Soldiers from the 359th ICTC ran a memorial 5K in honor of three comrades who lost their lives nearly a year ago while deployed to Bagram Air Base, Afghanistan.

“He was like no other. He was a great friend,” said McCall. “We learned so much about each other that he turned into somewhat of a father-figure to me.” Soldiers from the 359th ICTC plan to create a memorial board at the unit in honor of their comrades’ sacrifices. “We have a board for all of the 359th Soldiers who were killed-in-action during the Vietnam War,” said Ellis. “We want to make a new board to include our most recent fallen comrades so we can always remember them and what they’ve done for our country.” Frye’s poem, which was read at each mile marker during the run, will be included on the board: Do not stand at my grave and weep. I am not there, I do not sleep. I am a thousand winds that blow I am the diamond glints on snow. I am the sunlight on ripened grain. I am the gentle autumn rain. When you awaken in the morning’s hush, I am the swift uplifting rush of quiet birds in circled flight. I am the soft stars that shine at night. Do not stand at my grave and cry. I am not there, I did not die.

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Senate conďŹ rms Allyn as Army vice chief By Gary Sheftick ARMY NEWS SERVICE

General Daniel B. Allyn has been conďŹ rmed by the U.S. Senate as the next vice chief of staff of the Army. The current vice chief, Gen. John F. Campbell, has been conďŹ rmed as the next commander of the International Security Assistance Force and U.S. Forces Afghanistan. Campbell has been serving as vice chief of staff of the Army since March 8, 2013. Allyn has been serving as commander of U.S. Army Forces Command since May 10, 2013. He is scheduled to depart FORSCOM Aug. 15, and assume responsibilities as the Army’s vice chief of staff later next month. He was conďŹ rmed as the vice by the Senate, July 23, and on the same day, the Senate conďŹ rmed Lt. Gen. Mark A. Milley to take over FORSCOM and be promoted to four-star general. Mil-

ley is currently serving as commanding general of III Corps at Fort Hood, Texas. As vice chief of staff, Allyn will be the principal deputy to Gen. Ray Odierno, chief of staff of the Army. He will be the second-highest-ranking ofďŹ cer on active duty at Department of the Army headquarters. The vice chief generally handles the day-to-day administration of Army headquarters. By statute, he is the Army’s representative to the Joint Requirements Oversight Council. The vice chief has also been very involved in recent years with the Army’s Ready and Resilient campaign, helping lead the charge on issues affecting wellness of the force. Allyn is a native of Berwick, Maine, and a graduate of the United States Military Academy at West Point. His previous assignments include command of the XVIII Airborne Corps at Fort Bragg, North Carolina, and com-

mand of the 1st Cavalry Division, at Fort Hood. His joint assignments include duty with the Joint Improvised Explosive Device Defeat Organization and with the Joint Staff, J-3 Joint Operations Directorate. His earlier service includes overseas duty in Korea, a deployment for Operation Urgent Fury in Grenada, two peacekeeping deployments to the Sinai Peninsula in Egypt, Operation Just Cause in Panama, Operation Desert Storm in Saudi Arabia, Operations Desert Spring and Enduring Freedom in Kuwait, Operation Iraqi Freedom, and Operation Enduring Freedom. He is a graduate of the Infantry OfďŹ cer Basic and Advanced Courses at Fort Benning, Georgia; the United States Army Command and General Staff College at Fort Leavenworth, Kansas; and the Naval War College at Newport, Rhode Island, where he earned a Master of Arts

degree in Strategic and National Security Studies. General Allyn is a Combat Infantryman and Master Parachutist. Also conďŹ rmed to the rank of general by the Senate that day was Lt. Gen. Joseph L. Votel, who will serve as commander of the U.S. Special Operations Command at MacDill Air Force Base, Florida. He is currently serving as commander, Joint Special Operations Command at Fort Bragg. Lieutenant Gen. Frederick B. Hodges was conďŹ rmed as the next commander of United States Army Europe and Seventh Army in Germany. He is currently serving as commander, Land Component Command-Izmir, NATO, Turkey. Major Gen. Patrick J. Donahue II was conďŹ rmed as the deputy commanding general and chief of staff of FORSCOM at Fort Bragg. He will be promoted to the rank of lieutenant general.

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General Danield B. Allyn conďŹ rmed as new vice chief of staff of theArmy.

He most recently served as commanding general, United States Army Africa and the Southern European Task Force, Italy. Major Gen. Sean B. MacFarland will also be promoted to lieutenant general and will replace Milley as commanding general of III Corps at Fort Hood, Texas. He is currently serving as commanding general, 1st Armored Division at Fort Bliss, Texas.

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Researchers at the U.S. Army Natick Soldier Research, Development and Engineering Center are developing a pocket-sized aerial surveillance device for Soldiers and small units operating in challenging ground environments. The Cargo Pocket Intelligence, Surveillance and Reconnaissance program, or CPISR, seeks to develop a mobile Soldier sensor to increase the situational awareness of dismounted Soldiers by providing real-time video surveillance of threat areas within their immediate operational environment. While larger systems have been used to provide over-the-hill ISR capabilities on the battlefield for almost a decade, none of those delivers it directly to the squad level, where Soldiers need the ability to see around the corner or into the next room during combat missions. When Soldiers and small units need to assess the threat in a village, or in thick canopy terrain where traditional ISR assets cannot penetrate, the CP-ISR can be deployed to provide that capability. “The Cargo Pocket ISR is a true example of an applied systems approach for developing new Soldier capabilities,” said Dr. Laurel Allender, acting NSRDEC technical director. “It provides an integrated capability for the Soldier and small unit for increased situational awareness and understanding with negligible impact on Soldier load and agility.” Center engineers investigated existing commercial off-the-shelf technologies to identify a surrogate CP-ISR system. Prox Dynamics’ PD-100 Black Hornet, a palm-sized miniature helicopter weighing only 16 grams, has the ability to fly up to

20 minutes while providing real-time video via a digital data link from one of the three embedded cameras and operates remotely with GPS navigation. Tiny, electric propellers and motors make the device virtually undetectable to subjects under surveillance. The size, weight and image-gathering capabilities of the system are promising advancements that fulfill the burgeoning requirement for an organic, squad-level ISR capability, but more work still needs to be done. Several efforts are underway to develop three different aspects of the technology to ensure it is ready for the Soldier and small unit. The first of these efforts is focused on a redesign of the digital data link to achieve compatibility with U.S. Army standards. The second focuses on developing and integrating advanced payloads for lowlight imaging, allowing for indoor and night operations. Lastly, researchers are continuing to develop and enhance guidance, navigation and control algorithms for the CP-ISR surrogate system. This will allow the airborne sensor to operate in confined and indoor spaces, such as when Soldiers advance from room to room as they are clearing buildings. In November 2014, NSRDEC will collaborate with the Maneuver Center of Excellence, the Army Research Laboratory and other organizations to support the Army Capabilities Integration Center’s Manned Unmanned Teaming (Ground) Limited Objective Experiment, or LOE, by demonstrating the current capabilities of mobile Soldier sensors. While the final system could be different from the surrogate system, NSRDEC is focused on proving the basic capability first.

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First Soldiers awarded Army Instructor Badge By TRADOC Public Affairs Office Seven Soldiers made Army history when they became the first instructors to receive the Army Instructor Badge during a recognition ceremony in Alexandria, Virginia, July 17. The instructors were recognized by the Army chief of staff and sergeant major of the Army for their participation in U.S. Army Training and Doctrine Command’s Instructor Development and Recognition Program. The purpose of the IDRP, designed by TRADOC’s Institute for Non-commissioned Officer Professional Development, is to coach, mentor and train instructors who teach at non-commissioned officer academies throughout the Army. “Our Soldiers are the best at what they do because of the training they receive from world-class instructors,” said Command Sgt. Maj. Daniel Dailey, TRADOC’s senior enlisted adviser and narrator for the IDRP ceremony. “These first seven Army Instructor Badge recipients represent the thousands of dedicated professionals in our Army who teach, coach and mentor tomorrow’s future leaders.” In addition to recognizing the first Soldiers to participate in the IDRP, the ceremony served as a foundation on which the Army can promote instructor achievement through personal and professional growth, inspiring others to do the same, said Master Sgt. Elsi Inoa-Santos, IDRP manager. “This award codifies and recognizes hard work,” said Sgt. 1st Class Brian Ditzler, an Army Instructor Badge recipient from the U.S. Army Maneuver Center of Excellence at Fort Benning, Georgia. Ditzler, who currently has 16 years of service with two years as an instructor at the Henry Caro NCO Academy, said the badge is more than the individual recognition; it symbolizes the team effort of developing the backbone of America’s Army. “This is not just for me, but for my team and all the hard work they have been putting in to develop NCOs who come through the NCO academy,” he said. The first seven instructors to receive the Army Instructor badge are:

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U.S. Army Training and Doctrine Command’s Institute for Non-Commissioned Officer Professional Development created the Instructor Development and Recognition Program to coach, mentor and train Army instructors who teach at non-commissioned officer academies. The program awards Army Instructor Badges to Non-commissioned Officer Education System instructors who have completed certification and training requirements that lead to increased proficiency levels as instructors. As a first step in recognizing Army instructors,TRADOC developed the Army Instructor Badge. They also authored the secretary of the Army directive that advises personnel proponent offices to select the highest-caliber Soldiers for instructor duty for a period of 36 months. ■ Sgt. 1st Class Michael Brown, U.S. Army Quarter Master Corps, Fort Lee, Virginia ■ Sgt. 1st Class Brian Ditzler, U.S. Army Maneuver Center of Excellence, Fort Benning, Georgia ■ Sgt. 1st Class Kevin Johnson, U.S. Army Aviation Center of Excellence, Fort Eustis, Virginia ■ Staff Sgt. Justin Scott Ross, U.S. Army Maneuver Center of Excellence, National Guard, Starke, Florida ■ Sgt. 1st Class Jacqueline Sauve, U.S.Army Intelligence Center of Excellence, Fort Huachuca, Arizona ■ Sgt. 1st Class Adrian Villareal, U.S. Army Fires Center of Excellence, Fort Sill, Oklahoma ■ Sgt. 1st Class Bryan Vann, U.S. Army Cyber Center of Excellence Fort Gordon, Georgia

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Synthetic drugs: Don’t ‘spice’ it up By Senior Airman Harvill 633RD AIR BASE WING PUBLIC AFFAIRS

At Langley Air Force Base, Virginia, the Drug Demand Reduction office, in conjunction with 633rd Security Forces Squadron law enforcement, hopes to educate the Joint Base Langley-Eustis community about this new, quickly-growing threat to Airmen and Soldiers alike. “Synthetic drugs are a new and prevalent threat to our Service members,” said Cathy Heyward, Drug Demand Reduction program manager. “Since the drugs are so new, many Airmen and Soldiers at JBLE might think they can get away with using these substances, but they can really damage a career.” Since 2013, every U.S. Air Force base has the ability to test for synthetic drugs, and the rules aren’t the same as they might be in the civilian sector, explained Heyward. “A lot of vendors selling synthetic drugs change a chemical or two in order to sneak it by the law, calling it ‘incense’ and labelling it ‘not intended for consumption,’” said Heyward. “These little tricks don’t fly here, however. We test for any chemical that induc-

es mind-altering affects, so if you take these drugs, you will be caught.” Once tested positive, an Airman can expect any punishment under the Uniform Code of Military Justice. In 2012, one Airman was discovered using and distributing spice to other Airmen and was subsequently discharged after an investigation. While this might not be the case for all Airmen, Heyward said such punishment is not uncommon. “We don’t want our members to lose their careers because of this drug,” said Heyward. “We understand many people in the community don’t understand the drugs, though, so hopefully with the right education we can prevent any synthetic drug trends at JBLE.” To enforce the goal of education, the Drug Enforcement Administration provides all information currently available on synthetic drugs. The two most used and abused synthetic drugs are synthetic cannabinoids and cathinones, more commonly known as “spice” and “bath salts,” respectively. Spice is usually intended to replicate the effects of marijuana, and bath salts more closely resemble cocaine.

Both drugs, no matter what variety or “brand,” are illegal for Service members to use according to the UCMJ. Outside of legal issues, these drugs also carry some serious health concerns. Spice’s psychological and physiological symptoms resemble those of marijuana. Giddiness, relaxed moods, and hallucinations are the usual desired effects of spice; however users should also expect paranoia, panic attacks, vomiting, headaches and increased agitation. “The effects of spice have not been documented fully, and there are some concerning examples of the more extreme side effects of the drug,” explained Heyward. “Increased blood pressure and heart rate due to spice have been linked to a few heart attack cases, so investigation into these drugs could lead to more disturbing news.” With the ever-increasing variety of spice on the market, many users have no idea what they are putting in their body. Some chemicals used in the drugs could cause allergy attacks, or could be poisonous, said Heyward. Additionally, Air Force Medical Operations Agency studies have shown that spice

“appears to be stored in the body for a long time,” so long-term effects may become another health concern. Bath salts are arguably more dangerous than spice, as their effects are similar to amphetamines, cocaine, LSD and MDMA, which usually have more drastic negative effects. Bath salts induce the same effects as spice, albeit a few more side effects. In addition to the list of spice side-effects, bath salts can also cause depression, suicidal thoughts, seizures, nose bleeds, sweating, chest pains and reduced motor control. Heyward said there is nothing to gain and everything to lose when using synthetic drugs in the military, and she hopes she never has to see a Service member deal with these substances. “I feel safe knowing our Service members are always on alert, ready to face any challenge,” said Heyward. “It would be a shame to have that image tarnished because a [Service member] decides to make one bad decision, whether intentional or not. I hope I can prevent this as much as possible, but I trust our military members to always do the right thing and keep that image clear in my mind.”

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Pacific Air Forces Commander Gen. Herbert Carlisle will be the next commander of Air Combat Command and ACC Vice Commander Lt. Gen. Lori Robinson will be the next commander of Pacific Air Forces, according to a Senate confirmation vote July 23. Headquartered at Joint Base Langley-Eustis, Virginia, ACC leads America’s Combat Air Forces, with approximately 83,000 active-duty and civilian personnel operating, maintaining, and supporting approximately 1,300 aircraft at more than 50 locations worldwide. Carlisle has commanded PACAF since 2012. As the commander of PACAF, Carlisle’s primary mission was to provide U.S. Pacific Command integrated expeditionary Air Force capabilities to defend the homeland, promote stability, dissuade and deter aggression and swiftly defeat enemies. Their area of responsibility extends from the west coast of the United States to the east coast of Africa and from the Arctic to the Antarctic, covering more than 100 million square miles. The area is home to 50 percent of the world’s population in 36 nations and more than one-third of the global economic output. The unique location of the Strategic Triangle (Hawaii-GuamAlaska) gives the United States persistent presence and options to project the country’s airpower from sovereign territory. Before being the PACAF commander, Carlisle was the deputy chief of staff for operations, plans and requirements, Air Force Headquarters Washington, D.C. He also served as the legislative liaison deputy director and director at the office of the secretary of the Air Force. Throughout his career, Carlisle has served in various operational and staff assignments throughout the Air Force and commanded a fighter squadron, an operations group, two

“My greatest privilege is to continue working for our nation’s Air Force as commander of ACC. I will miss the PACAF family but am truly humbled at the opportunity to continue to lead Airmen through this challenging fiscal time. Our Airmen are the cornerstone of the world’s greatest Air Force, and I am eager to continue serving them in this new position.” — Gen. Herbert Carlisle new commander of Air Combat Command

wings and a numbered air force. The general is a command pilot with more than 3,600 flying hours in the AT-38, YF-110 (original designation of the F-4C Phantom II), YF-113 (also known as Mikoyan-Gurevich “MiG-23”), T-38 Talon, F-15 Eagle A/B/C/D, and C-17A Globemaster III. “My greatest privilege is to continue working for our nation’s Air Force as commander of ACC,” Carlisle said. “I will miss the PACAF family but am truly humbled at the opportunity to continue to lead Airmen through this challenging fiscal time. I am fully confident in Lori’s leadership abilities and welcome her to PACAF. Our Airmen are the cornerstone of the world’s greatest Air Force, and I am eager to continue serving them in this new position.” Robinson, who has served as ACC’s vice commander since May 2013 will receive her fourth star and become the Air Component commander for U.S. Pacific Command and executive director, Pacific Air Combat operations staff, Joint Base Pearl Harbor-Hickam, Hawaii. Prior to her position as ACC vice commander, Robinson served as deputy commander of U.S. Air Forces Central Command in Southwest Asia. She has also commanded an operations group, a training wing, an air control wing and has deployed as vice commander of the 405th Air Expeditionary Wing, leading more than 2,000 Airmen flying B-1 Lancer,

KC-135 Stratotanker and E-3 Sentry in Operations Enduring and Iraqi Freedom. She is a senior air battle manager with more than 900 flight hours in the E-3 Sentry and E-8C Joint STARS. “I’m honored by the faith our leadership have placed in me with this confirmation,” Robinson said. “I also deeply appreciate and value the trust my fellow Airmen have placed in me every day of my service. It has been my privilege to serve the Air Combat Command team and I look forward to doing the same at PACAF. Returning to command is an honor – there is absolutely no greater job in our Air Force than leading Airmen and their families.” “Hawk and Lori are impressive leaders whose track records of operational and leadership excellence make them the perfect choice for these critically important missions,” said Gen. Mike Hostage, the current commander of Air Combat Command. Hostage, a command pilot with more than 4,000 hours including 600 combat hours in multiple aircraft, is scheduled to retire after 37 years of commissioned service. He has led ACC since September 2011. “I am excited for them and the Airmen they’ll serve,” Hostage said. “There is no doubt the Airmen and missions of Air Combat Command and Pacific Air Forces will be in great hands.”

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“The value of serving in the unit and in combat resides in the relationships we have with people. It doesn’t reside in the medals,â€? said former Staff Sgt. Ryan M. Pitts. Pitts was awarded the Medal of Honor by President Barack Obama during a White House ceremony Monday. On Tuesday, Pitts was inducted into the Hall of Heroes during a Pentagon ceremony. Following the induction ceremony, Pitts and four of his battle buddies who served with him on the day his valorous actions took place, July 13, 2008, spoke at a media roundtable in the Pentagon. Pitts said he never wanted any of the awards he wears on his chest, including the Medal of Honor. “The awards are just metal and cloth. I know what we did that day.â€? He added that he accepted the award on behalf of all his fellow Soldiers, including nine who had fallen. “It’s our medal, not mine. “We all answered the call and Chosen Company became our family,â€? he continued. “We were dedicated to each other. The life of the man next to you was more important than your own, which was most greatly exempliďŹ ed by the fallen.â€? About the battle on July 13, 2008, “I still think about it every day,â€? Pitts said. “But most of the time, I think about what we did when we were together. I’m still awestruck. I saw what fellow Soldiers did. It was unbelievable.â€? “It is an absolute privilege to be a leader of men like them,â€? said now-1st Sgt. David Dzwik, who served with Pitts during the

“The awards are just metal and cloth. I know what we did that day. It’s our medal, not mine. We all answered the call and Chosen Company became our family. We were dedicated to each other. The life of the man next to you was more important than your own, which was most greatly exempliďŹ ed by the fallen.â€? — former Staff Sgt. Ryan M. Pitts (left) Medal of Honor recipient

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battle. “Everything we do is for each other.� Pitts later left the Army and went to work as a software business developer for Oracle in Nashua, New Hampshire. Upon leaving the service “you feel your family has been disbanded,� he said, regarding the transition to civilian life. “That’s tough. But you’ve got to realize we’re still all here. You can lean on these guys. I still pick up the phone. We stay in touch, even though we’re not in close physical proximity. “I love the military,� he continued. “I don’t think I’ll ever be completely transitioned. It’s been the benchmark which I measure all other experiences that I have.� Before committing to attend the Medal of Honor ceremonies, Pitts said he insisted on all of the Gold Star family members

also attending. Those were the families of the fallen: Spc. Sergio Abad, Cpl. Jonathan Ayers, Cpl. Jason Bogar, 1st Lt. Jonathan Brostrom, Sgt. Israel Garcia, Cpl. Jason Hovater, Cpl. Matthew Phillips, Cpl. Pruitt Rainey and Cpl. Gunnar Zwilling. Pitts said he called each one and that the commitment the men of Chosen Company had for one another extends to their family members as well. Although Pitts’ wife Amy was not married to him on the day he earned the Medal of Honor, she and the family members of those who survived the battle and the Gold Star family members have bonded during this ďŹ ve-day visit to Washington, D.C. “That’s really the story of this week, that we really wanted to care for them (Gold

Star family members) and give them stories that they’ve never heard and give them information they need if they’ve still got questions,â€? said Maj. Matthew Myer, who was the Chosen Company commander at the time. Pitts said he’s also bonded with other Medal of Honor recipients. He said he ďŹ rst learned about his Medal of Honor from another recipient, Sgt. Kyle White, who texted him. They still stay in contact. “It’s a great comfort to lean on them and pick up the phone if I need to,â€? he said, regarding the Soldiers he served with, and the other recipients. Brian Hissong and Mike Denton, two other Soldiers who served with Pitts on that July day, added that they all stay in contact and it’s a bond they’ll always have.

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Senior leaders explain Army’s drawdown plan By David Vergun ARMY NEWS SERVICE

The drawdown, particularly involuntary separations, is a huge issue for the Army, officials said, especially since the strength of the Army is its people and the trust they have in each other. Currently, about 1,100 captains have been identified for involuntary separation, and about 550 majors will be notified during the first week in August. Already notified were 103 colonels and 136 lieutenant colonels. Many commanders are unhappy when notified that a Soldier from his or her command has been identified to leave. It’s never a good story, said senior leaders, speaking on background during a blogger’s roundtable at the Pentagon, recently. Once a commander has been told that a Soldier will be asked to separate, he or she will personally notify that Soldier, explain the process and give a range of options for transitioning. The notification is done on a personal basis because it’s about putting a premium on the chain of command. It’s about caring, they said. One of the big tools the Army uses for transitioning is the Soldier For Life Transition Assistance Program. The program connects transitioning Soldiers with the communities they plan to live in, so they can start to build relationships early with local businesses and organizations and help make their reintegration into civilian life successful. In return, those communities are gaining highly-motivated Soldiers, leaders and experts in their occupational specialties, according to leadership. As the title of the program suggests, the Army wants them to be Soldiers for life. Another possible option for some leaving the service is the Reserve Component. Enlisted personnel who are separated involuntarily get 12 months to prepare while officers receive

nine. By law, officers who were involuntarily separated receive seven months from the time of notice to leaving the service but a twomonth waiver was granted to extend the time. It’s hard to find much good news about the drawdown, but if there is any, it’s that only about one percent of the total force is being looked at for involuntary separations, leadership said. But the numbers could climb, officials said, without action from Congress to restore funding that would balance readiness and modernization with current force structure. The active Army is going from 513,800 Soldiers to about 510,000 this year. Next year, it will drop to 490,000, and should nothing change legislation-wise, the active force will be anywhere from 440,000 to 450,000 by 2019. The drawdown has to take place because without it, there would be no money for training and equipment costs and Soldiers put in harm’s way would be at greater risk, officials said. The separations primarily affect noncommissioned officers and officers. Given a choice, the Army prefers drawing down through natural attrition such as retirements and voluntary separations which occur in any given year, officials said. The Army has already lowered the number of people recruited to help get the num-

Currently, about 1,100 captains have been identified for involuntary separation, and about 550 majors will be notified during the first week in August. Already notified were 103 colonels and 136 lieutenant colonels.

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Commanders are often unhappy when notified that a Soldier from his or her command has been identified for early separation. Many commanders personally notify those Soldiers and ensure participation in the Soldier for Life Transition Assistance Program.

bers down. Should involuntary separations be needed – and they increasingly will be, due to the sheer size of the drawdown – the Army will pay an early retirement annuity, separation pay or early retirement beginning at 15 years. Separation for a captain with eight years of service might be in the $50,000 to $60,000 range, for instance. The NCO separations are less predictable than those for officers, and can fluctuate from year to year be based on military occupational specialty needs, officials said. For instance, if a specific military occupational specialty is over-strength, more separations will occur there than from one that’s balanced or under-strength. Selection boards will then look at the records and evaluations of Soldiers to determine who stays and who goes, based on performance and potential for future service. Derogatory actions, such as an Article 15, are one of many variables that the board would weigh. Selective Early Retirement Boards will continue to meet and the process will continue until 2019, absent new legislation.

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■ Pay Day Scramble – The Pay Day Scramble will kick off with a 1 p.m. shotgun start Aug. 1. The format is a four-person Captain’s Choice, where players can pick their own team or get placed on a team. The cost is $25 for members, $18 for E-4 and below, $20 for E-5 and above, $40 for retirees and Department of Defense civilians, and $45 for guests. ■ Get Golf Ready Program – Participants can learn the skills needed to play golf with friends and family members. The cost is $99 per person.To view upcoming classes online, visit www.getgolfready.com. All graduates will receive five sessions of group golf instruction, range balls, course time, rule books, follow-up golf outings and a set of golf clubs. For more information, call 878-2252.

The Fort Eustis Housing Referral Office will host a Home Buying Seminar from 6 to 8:30 p.m., Aug. 12 and a Home Selling Seminar from 6 to 8:30 p.m., Aug. 14. Both seminars will take place in the Civil Engineer Division conference room at 1407 Washington Blvd. Industry speakers include a real estate agent, mortgage lender, attorney and home inspector. The seminars are open to active-duty U.S. military members, retirees, Reservists, National Guard and their family members. To register, call 878-2977/5687/5579 at least three business days prior to attending the seminar of your choice.

Active Parenting of Teens classes The Family Advocacy Program will host Active Parenting of Teens classes from 1 to 4 p.m., Aug. 4, 11, 18 and 25 at 2115 Pershing Ave. For more information, call 878-0807.

Red Cross blood drive The U.S. Army Medical Department Activity will sponsor an American Red Cross Blood Drive from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m., Aug. 6 at the U.S. Army Reserve Center at 1034 24th Street. The event will provide the opportunity for Joint Base Langley-Eustis personnel to donate blood and support this critical cause. For more information, contact Capt. Vidhika Persaud at 314-7584 or vidhika.m.persaud.mil@mail.mil.

Music Under the Stars concerts The U.S. ArmyTraining and Doctrine Command Band’s Music Under the Stars outdoor summer concerts will take place from 7 to 8:30 p.m., Aug. 7, 4, 21 and 28 at Magnolia Park at Fort Eustis. The concerts are free and open to the public, and guests are invited to bring picnic dinners, lawn chairs and blankets. Food and beverages will also be available for purchase. To learn more about the concerts or to sign up for the TRADOC Band’s newsletter, visit www.tradocband.com or call 501-6944.

Florida Tech mini-info session Florida Institute ofTechnology will host a mini-information session from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m., Aug. 11 at the Bateman Army Education Center. Prospective students can learn about FIT’s master’s degree programs, Logistics Management bachelor of science degree, Wisdom Warrior program and military transfer credits. The Wisdom Warrior program offers active-duty U.S. military personnel tuition of $250 per credit hour for master’s degrees and provides a 10 percent discount for military spouses. For more information, call 887-2488.

Army 10-Miler team tryout Fort Eustis is hosting a tryout for the 2014 Army 10-Miler team at 6 a.m., Aug. 13 at Anderson Field House. The Army 10-Miler race takes place Oct. 12 in Alexandria, Virginia. The event is open to all active-duty U.S. Army Soldiers.This is the final tryout to determine the eight positions for the team. For more information, contact 1st Lt. Bryce Livingston at bryce.e.livingston.mil@mail.mil or (520) 490-3317.

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The Fort Eustis-based Joint Development Training Center offers Service members from all branches an opportunity to learn functional skills and doctrinal knowledge of the processes and computer applications used to plan, execute, manage or maintain situational awareness of forces, equipment and supplies. The JDTC offers the following programs of study: ■ Joint Development with an emphasis on Joint Operations Planning and Execution ■ Global Force Management with an emphasis on Joint Capabilities Requirements Manager ■ Situational Awareness with an emphasis on Common Family Advocacy Safety Education Seminar Operational Picture and Integrated Imagery and Intelligence The Family Advocacy Program will host safety educaFor more info, call 878-2987 or visit jdtc.eustis.army.mil. tion seminars on Joint Base Langley-Eustis. The seminars will highlight the dynamics of domestic violence and child National Guard and Reserve MGIB eligibility Headquarters Army Continuing Education System is aware abuse. Learn who is at risk, available resources and the tools for maintaining a healthy relationship. Below are the the Integrated Total Army Personnel Database is capturing the wrong data element for the Montgomery GI Bill eligibiliseminar dates and locations: ■ 9 a.m., Aug. 14 and Sept. 11 at Bldg. 2115 Pershing Ave., ty start date from National Guard and Reserve personnel systems and that many Soldiers were wrongly put on One-Year Fort Eustis. ■ 9 a.m., Aug. 22 and Sept. 19 at the Health and Wellness Service Eligibility hold. HQ ACES has given all Army education counselors the ability to defer this hold for up to 90 days. Center, Langley Air Force Base. If you have been put on this hold, contact the Education For more information about the seminar, contact Aillen Center at 878-2083 to have the hold deferred. Counselors Ford at 764-9581. will use the Soldier’s Joint Services Transcripts, pay entry 93rd Signal Brigade COC and COR ceremony base dater or other systems to validate this deferral. They The 93rd Signal Brigade will host a change of command are working to resolve this issue as quickly as possible. ceremony at 10 a.m., Aug. 15 at the Army Training Support Center’sTraining andTechnology Center. Colonel Maria National Guard Soldiers placed on ACR hold A. Biank will transfer command to Col. Frank J. Snyder. A At the request of the National Guard Bureau, approximatechange of responsibility ceremony will also take place with ly 14,000 National Guard Soldiers were placed on an ACR Command Sgt. Maj. Rickey Wallace transferring responsi- hold due to certain grades within the legacy Guard education bility to Command Sgt. Maj. Carlos M. Medina. system on July 12.These Soldiers will be directed to provide For more information, contact Capt. Yolanda Wiggins at official transcripts to their Guard education office in order to resolve the grades both in GoArmyEd and Guard Information 878-6678 or Yolanda.i.wiggins.mil@mail.mil. Management System to have the hold released. Eustis Night Live variety show For more information, contact the Herb Bateman Army The Eustis Night Live variety show is held at 2 and 6 p.m., Education Center at 878-2083. Aug. 16 at Jacobs Theater at 747 Monroe Ave. Doors open GoArmyEd changes 30 minutes prior to each show. Admission is $7. For more information, call 344-8762 or visit www.jbleEffective July 24 the following changes to GoArmyEd forcesupport.com. will occur: ■ Grades below a “C” for undergraduate work will be Juice Bar opening recouped for classes with a start date of July 24 or later. Juice Bar Juices is now open in the Fort Eustis Aquatic ■ Grades below a “B” for graduate work will be recouped Center, Bldg. 641 Tyler Ave. at Fort Eustis. Store hours are for classes with a start date of July 24 or later. Mon. through Fri., 5 a.m. to 6 p.m., and Sat. and Sun., 10 ■ No fees, to include any supporting instructional fees a.m. to 5:30 p.m. In addition to juices, they also offer sal- will be paid using tuition assistance. Only tuition cost, up ads, wraps and other items. to $250 per semester, will be funded. ■ TA must be approved before the start date of each class. For more information, call 878-1516. For additional information, contact the Herb Bateman Saturday Night Throwdown Army Education Center, 878-2083. Saturday Night Throwdown takes place from 9 p.m. to 2 a.m. every Saturday at the Fort Eustis Club’s Wheelhouse. Parent Support Program The event features music, and food and beverage specials. A New Parent Support Program for military families Admission is free until 11 p.m. and $3 after.There is no cov- with children from newborn to 3-year-olds is available to er charge for active-duty U.S. Service members. provide support to both new and expecting mothers. For For more information, call 878-5700. more information, call 878-0807 or 764-2427.

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cope with them. For more information, contact Aillen Ford Aug. 15. Registration is $10 per person on a three to five person team, and $15 for single participants. at 764-9581. For more information, call Staff Sgt. Candace Reese at Home buying seminar 764-7200 or Tech. Sgt. Jennifer Shead at 225-0173. The 633rd Civil Engineer Squadron Housing Office will host a home buying seminar on the first or second Monday Open mic night The Double Degage Open Mic Night is Aug. 15 beginof each month from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. until Nov. 3. Three industry representatives, including a realtor, lender and home ning at 7 p.m. at the Community Commons. All types of inspector, will host each class and help participants under- performances are welcome, but performers must submit stand Virginia state laws and procedures. Children and pets their material in advance for review.The event is free for all. Langley Chapel part-time contract vacancy For more information, contact Airman 1st Class Dylan are not allowed to attend these classes. The Langley Chapel has a part-time (30 hours/week) conFor more information and specific class times, contact Pendergrass at Dylan.pendergrass@us.af.mil, or the comtract vacancy for a Chapel Single Adult Ministry Coordinator David Kea at david.kea@langley.af.mil, or at 764-5040. munity center director, James Murrell, at james.murrell@ to lead and coordinate the Langley Chapel ministry to Sinus.af.mil, or call 764-2983. gle Adults. Applications must be submitted to the chapel by White House Communications Agency 4 p.m. on Aug. 11. Public Bid opening will be in the LangThe White House Communications Agency Recruiting Mind Over Mood Classes ley Chapel Annex conference room at 10 a.m. on Aug. 13. Panel will conduct a recruitment briefing on Aug. 5 at 9 a.m. The Health and Wellness Center will host Mind Over For more information, call Chaplain McDonald at 764- in the MPS Auditorium (Building 15, Rm 203). The WHCA Mood classes from 11 a.m. to noon, Aug. 19 and Sept. 16. 0587 or 764-7847. is a one-of-a-kind military unit dedicated to providing pre- These classes will explore thinking errors and their effects mier, worldwide communications support to the president on mood. 2014 SNCO Medallion, Induction Ceremony and his staff; WHCA needs leaders and technicians who For more information, contact Aillen Ford at 764-9581. The 2014 Senior Noncommissioned Officer Medallion are highly-motivated and extremely responsible professionand Induction Ceremony will take place on Aug. 1. The Me- als. Interested personnel must be able to obtain a Top Se- Family Advocacy Safety Education Seminar The Family Advocacy Program will host safety educadallion Ceremony will begin at 10 a.m., at the Community cret clearance. Commons. Dress code is uniform of the day. The Induction The following AFSCs are eligible for assignment: A3X1, tion seminars on Joint Base Langley-Eustis. The seminars Ceremony will begin at 6 p.m., at the Bayview Common- 1B4X1, 1N3X1 (RU), 1S0X1, 2S0X1, 3D0X0, 3D0X1, will highlight the dynamics of domestic violence and child wealth Center. Dress code is semi-formal or mess-dress 3D0X2, 3D0X3, 3D0X3, 3D0X4, 3D100, 3D100, 3D1X1, abuse. Learn who is at risk, available resources and the for military and business casual for civilians. The theme 3D1X2, 3D1X3, 3D1X7, 3E6X1, 3N0X0, 3N0X2, 3N0X4, tools for maintaining a healthy relationship. Below are the seminar dates and locations: for this year’s ceremony is “Rock Solid Leaders for a Flu- 3S0X1, 3S2X1, 6C0X1, 6F0X1. For more information, please contact Master Sgt. Sa■ 9 a.m., Aug. 14 and Sept. 11 at Bldg. 2115 Pershing id Force.” For more information on how to be invited to the din- mantha Lyman at (757) 764-3166/DSN 574-3166 or email: Ave., Fort Eustis. ner, contact Senior Master Sgt. Muriel Manns at 848-7504, samantha.lyman.1@us.af.mil. ■ 9 a.m., Aug. 22 and Sept. 19 at the Health and Wellness 575-5344 or muriel.manns@us.af.mil. Center, Langley Air Force Base. Family Advocacy classes For more information, contact Aillen Ford at 764-9581. Women’s Equality Day 5K Fun Run volunteers The Family Advocacy Program is hosting the following Team Langley Quarterly Award Winners The Women’s Equality Day 5K Fun Run organizers are in classes at the Health and Wellness Center: ■ Stress Management classes from 11 a.m. to noon the ■ Airman of the Quarter search of 10 to 15 volunteers to assist with setup, teardown Senior Airman Ryan Donaldson and water stations on Aug. 15. For more information or to second Tuesday of each month. ■ Five Love Languages classes from 11 a.m. to noon, 633 SGCS volunteer, contact Staff Sgt. Candace Reese at 764-7200. ■ NCO of the Quarter Aug. 14 and Sept. 11. Breastfeeding Seminar ■ Mind over Mood classes from 11 a.m. to noon the Tech. Sgt. Jason Cole The Health and Wellness Center is hosting a celebra- third Tuesday of each month. 45 IS tion for World Breastfeeding week at the HAWC education ■ Healthy Relationship Skills for Singles classes from ■ SNCO of the Quarter room, Aug. 2 from 10 a.m. to noon.There will be education- 11 a.m. noon the third Wednesday of each month. Senior Master Sgt. Angelo Erazo al resources, speakers, vendors and more. 439 SCOS ■ A four-week Anger Management class begins the For more information, email langleybgmoms@gmail.com first Monday of the month. Participants must attend all four ■ CGO of the Quarter or call 764-9730. classes to receive credit. 2nd Lt. Kevin Mendelsohn 439 SCOS ■ Prenatal Fitness classes from 1 to 3:30 p.m. the third Block Party Tuesday of each month. To sign up, call 764-6321. ■ Admin &Technical Civilian of the Quarter The Single Airman Initiative is hosting a free block party For more information contact Aillen Ford at 764-9581. Mr. Jeremy Bayse open to all single Airmen and Soldiers at the Langley Dor633 CES mitory Field Aug. 8 from 4 to 7 p.m. The event will feature Colonial Williamsburg trip ■ Specialist & Professional Civilian of the Quarter free food and drinks, an obstacle course, 3-on-3 basketball The Langley Single Airman Ministry will sponsor a trip to Mr. Ryan Bradley and more. Colonial Williamsburg from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., Aug 15. Cost 633 CONS For more information, call 764-2983/2984. ■ Team Excellence Award OfThe Quarter is $20 per person and includes lunch at Shields Tavern. For more information or to register, call 764-7847. 94th Production Section Stress Management Classes 1 AMXS The Health and Wellness Center will host stress manage- Women’s Equality Day 5K Fun Run ■ Volunteer OfThe Quarter ment classes from 11 a.m. to noon, Aug. 12 and Sept. 9. A Women’s Equality Day 5K Fun Run will be held beginTech. Sgt. Jeremiah Garza These classes will identify the sources of stress and how to ning at the Bayview Commonwealth Center at 7:30 a.m., ACC/DSC Due to the implementation of the Defense Biometric Identification System on Joint Base Langley-Eustis, retirees with ID cards issued before 2003 must report to the Military Personnel Section to have them replaced before January 1, 2015. Failure to replace an ID card will result in being directed to the Visitor Control Center to gain access to the installation. For more information, call 764-3216.

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School Supplies Sales Tax Holiday

Summer Breeze Concert Series

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The Virginia Department of Taxation’s School Supplies and Clothing Sales Tax Holiday will take place Aug. 1-3. Qualifying school supplies selling for $20 or less per item, and qualifying clothing and footwear selling for $100 or less per item are exempt from state and local sales tax. For an all-inclusive list and answers to frequently asked questions, visit www.tax.virginia.gov.

The 23rd Annual Summer Breeze Concert Series takes place from 7 to 9 p.m. Wednesdays at Merchants Square at 134 North Henry Street in Williamsburg. The concerts are free and open to the public. Attendees are encouraged to bring a lawn chair or blanket for seating. Children’s activities begin at 6:30 p.m. The concert schedule is: ■ Aug. 6 – U.S. Air Force Heritage of America Band, Rhythm in Blue ■ Aug. 13 – U.S. Army Training and Doctrine Command Band, Salsa Band ■ Aug. 20 – U.S. Army Training and Doctrine Command Band, Rock Ensemble ■ Aug. 27 – U.S. Air Force Heritage of America Band For more information, visit www.merchantssquare.org or call 565-8889.

Registration is ongoing through Aug. 15 for York County’s fall season youth soccer.The cost is $45 forYork County residents. Youth in grades 1 through 12 can participate in coed or girls-only leagues and kindergartners can participate in an instructional program. Residents can register in person, by mail or online with a credit card. For registration details or more information, call 8903500 or visit www.yorkcounty.gov/parksandrec.

Free workout sessions at City Center

Newport News instructional classes certified instructors will host free workout sessions from 8 a.m. to noon, Aug. 2, 9, 16, 23 and 30 at City Center at Oyster Point.The 50-minute sessions are open to all ages and levels and will take place under the band shell. No registration is required. The workout schedule is listed below: ■ 8 a.m. – Yoga Music by the Bay summer concerts ■ 9 a.m. – Tai Chi ■ 10 a.m. – Zumba The Music by the Bay outdoor summer concert series is held from 7 to 8:30 p.m. at Fort Monroe’s Continental ■ 11 a.m. – Variety Fitness For more information, visit www.nngov.com/parks-and- Park. The concerts are free and open to the public and visitors are encouraged to bring a picnic dinner, lawn chairs recreation. and blankets. The schedule for August is as follows: Hampton Cup Regatta ■ Aug. 7 – U.S. Navy Fleet Forces Wind Ensemble The Hampton Cup Regatta will be held Aug. 2-3 at the ■ Aug. 14 – U.S. Air force Heritage of America Band, East Mercury Bridge at Fort Monroe. The event is free and Rhythm in Blue open to the public. A pre-race party is scheduled for 6 to 10 ■ Aug. 21 – U.S. Navy Fleet Forces Wind Ensemble p.m., Aug. 1 at Fort Monroe’s Paradise Ocean Club and ad■ Aug. 29 – Virginia Symphony Orchestra mission is $5. Hydroplane boat races will take place from For more information, visit www.fmauthority.com. 11 a.m. to 5 p.m., Aug. 2-3. Other activities include Chesapeake Bay educational and environmental exhibits, vendors Norfolk Historical Society lecture and a children’s area. The Norfolk Historical Society will host a lecture, Guns Food and beverages will be available for purchase and of August: the Great War and Norfolk, from 7 to 9 p.m., visitors are encouraged to bring lawn chairs for seating. Aug. 13 at the MacArthur Memorial in Norfolk. The event Pets, bicycles, skateboards and coolers are not permitted is free and open to the public. The lecture will cover the in the event area. opening stages of World War I and its impact on Hampton For more info, visit www.hamptoncupregatta.com. Roads. Light refreshments will be provided. For more info, visit www.macarthurmemorial.org.

PFAC free admission weekend

The community is invited to visit the Peninsula Fine Arts Center during its free admission weekend Aug. 2-3 at 101 Museum Drive in Newport News. Visitors can view PFAC’s newest exhibit, NEXT: Emerging Virginia Artists, which explores new ideas in both traditional and nontraditional mediums. Hours are from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., Aug. 2 and from 1 to 5 p.m., Aug. 3. For more information, visit www.pfac-va.org.

Mysterious Megalodons Paleocamp The Mariners’ Museum will host the Mysterious Megalodon Paleocamp from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m., Aug. 4-8 at 100 Museum Drive in Newport News.The camp is open to children ages 7 to 10. Participants can spend a week as a paleontologist and search for evidence of ancient creatures and create a fossil dig and replica models to take home. The cost is $150 for members and $175 for non-members. Lunch is not included and each student will receive a T-shirt. To register, visit marinersmuseum.org/dinosaurs or call 591-7745.

KidZone Fashion Block Party The PeninsulaTown Center will sponsor a KidZone Fashion Block Party from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m., Aug. 23 at theTown Square in Hampton. The event is open to children ages 6-12. Activities will include a fashion show, entertainment, a shopping passport, swag bag, cupcakes and a gift card for each child. Admission is $5 per person and online registration is required. To register and purchase tickets, visit www.peninsulatowncenter.com.

Norfolk Latino Music Festival The 14th Annual AT&T Norfolk Latino Music Festival is from 5 to 10 p.m., Aug. 16 at Town Point Park in downtown Norfolk. The event is free and open to the public. Activities include games, family-friendly workshops, music, dancing and authentic food and beverages. Attendees can also meet local Hispanic business owners at the Hampton Roads Hispanic Chamber of Commerce Business Expo from 5 to 10 p.m. For more information, visit www.festevents.org.

Arms and Artillery Month Visitors can explore the weapons and tactics of 17th- and 18th-century Virginia during August at Jamestown Settlement and Yorktown Victory Center. The programs feature firings of matchlock muskets and falcons at Jamestown Settlement’s re-created 1610-1614 fort and ships pier. Flintlock muskets, mortar and battalion guns are fired daily at the Yorktown Victory Center’s re-created Continental Army encampment. Visitors can also learn about specialized European weapon-makers from gunsmiths to swordsmiths, try on metal breastplates and helmets and view demonstrations of armor fabrication at the fort. Admission to Jamestown Settlement is $16 for adults and $7.50 for ages 6 to 12. Admission to Yorktown Victory Center is $9.75 for adults and $5.50 for ages 6 to 12. A combination ticket to both museums is $20.50 for adults and $10.25 for ages 6 to 12. The 12-month American Heritage Annual Pass is available online toVirginia residents at the same price as the one-time admission combination ticket to both museums. Jamestown Settlement is located on State Route 31 southwest of Williamsburg. The Yorktown Victory Center is located on Route 1020 in Yorktown. For more information, call 253-4838 or (888) 593-4682 toll-free or visit www.historyisfun.org.

Bluebird Gap Farm Bluebird Gap Farm offers 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 Monday and the park is closed Tuesdays. For more information about Bluebird Gap Farm, call 825-4750 or visit www.hampton.gov/bbgf.

Virginia travel guide The official Virginia travel guide is available in print and digital format for travelers who want to learn more about exploring Virginia.The free 226-page hard copy guide can be ordered online atVirginia.org/TravelGuide.Travelers can download the digital version to their mobile devices via the leading app stores. The digital guide features animation, sound, 17 videos about Virginia and more than 1,000 hotlinks to external resources. For more information, visit www.virginia.org.

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Smartphone users scan here for more incentive information. Go to gettag.mobi to download the free application. *HOW TO QUALIFY: 1.BE IN CURRENT ACTIVE DUTY STATUS IN THE U.S. MILITARY (NAVY, ARMY, AIR FORCE, MARINES, NATIONAL GUARD, COAST GUARD AND ACTIVE RESERVE) OR A U.S. MILITARY INACTIVE RESERVE (I.E., READY RESERVE) THAT IS PART OF THE INDIVIDUAL READY RESERVE, SELECTED RESERVE AND INACTIVE NATIONAL GUARD. RETIRED MILITARY PERSONNEL ARE NOT ELIGIBLE EXCEPT FOR RETIREES OR VETERANS HONORABLY DISCHARGED WITHIN ONE YEAR OF SERVICE AND HOUSEHOLD MEMBERS OF ELIGIBLE QUALIFYING MILITARY PERSONNEL. 2.PROVIDE VERIFIABLE PROOF OF MILITARY STATUS OR ACTIVE SERVICE AT THE TIME OF PURCHASE: LEAVE AND EARNING STATEMENT OR MILITARY IDENTIFICATION CARD. 3.RECEIVE A SALARY SUFFICIENT TO COVER ORDINARY LIVING EXPENSES AND PAYMENTS FOR YOUR TOYOTA. 4.RECEIVE CREDIT APPROVAL THROUGH A TOYOTA DEALER AND TOYOTA FINANCIAL SERVICES. INCENTIVE OFFERED BY TOYOTA MOTOR SALES, U.S.A., INC. ON LEASE CONTRACTS INCENTIVE MUST BE APPLIED TOWARD THE AMOUNT DUE AT LEASE SIGNING OR TOWARD THE CAPITALIZED COST REDUCTION. ON FINANCE CONTRACTS, INCENTIVE MUST BE APPLIED TOWARD THE DOWN PAYMENT. ONE INCENTIVE PER FINANCE OR LEASE TRANSACTION. NOT COMPATIBLE WITH THE TOYOTA COLLEGE GRADUATE INCENTIVE PROGRAM. FINANCE OR LEASE CONTRACT MUST BE DATED BY JANUARY 5, 2015 FOR INCENTIVE OFFER. THE MILITARY INCENTIVE PROGRAM IS SUBJECT TO CHANGE OR TERMINATION AT ANY TIME. OFFERS ON APPROVED CREDIT TO QUALIFIED CUSTOMERS THROUGH A PARTICIPATING TOYOTA DEALERSHIP AND TOYOTA FINANCIAL SERVICES. TERMS, CONDITIONS AND RESTRICTIONS APPLY, INCLUDING A MAXIMUM TERM OF 60 MONTHS ON FINANCE CONTRACTS. PROGRAM IS AVAILABLE AT PARTICIPATING DEALERS IN MARYLAND, VIRGINIA, WEST VIRGINIA, PENNSYLVANIA, AND DELAWARE; AND MAY NOT BE AVAILABLE IN ALL STATES. NOT ALL APPLICANTS WILL QUALIFY. SEE PARTICIPATING DEALER FOR DETAILS. **0% APR FINANCING UP TO 60 MONTHS AVAILABLE TO QUALIFIED BUYERS THRU TOYOTA FINANCIAL SERVICES. TOTAL FINANCED CANNOT EXCEED MSRP PLUS OPTIONS, TAX AND LICENSE FEES. 60 MONTHLY PAYMENTS OF $16.67 (CAMRY, RAV4, SIENNA AND VENZA), OR 36 MONTHLY PAYMENTS OF 27.78 (TUNDRA), FOR EACH $1000 BORROWED AT 0%. NOT ALL BUYERS WILL QUALIFY. SEE DEALER FOR DETAILS. ***FINANCE CASH INCENTIVE FROM TOYOTA IN ADDITION TO SPECIAL APR FINANCING IF VEHICLE IS PURCHASED AND FINANCED THROUGH TOYOTA FINANCIAL SERVICES. INCENTIVE WILL BE APPLIED TO THE DOWN PAYMENT. ONE INCENTIVE PER FINANCE TRANSACTION. FINANCE INCENTIVE IS AVAILABLE ON APPROVED CREDIT TO QUALIFIED CUSTOMERS THROUGH TOYOTA FINANCIAL SERVICES. NOT ALL BUYERS WILL QUALIFY. SEE DEALER FOR DETAILS. †ALL LEASE OFFERS: CUSTOMER IS RESPONSIBLE FOR EXCESSIVE WEAR AND EXCESS MILEAGE CHARGES OF $.15 PER MILE IN EXCESS OF 24,000 MILES. YOUR PAYMENT MAY VARY BASED ON DEALER PARTICIPATION AND FINAL NEGOTIATED PRICE. OFFER AVAILABLE ON APPROVED CREDIT TO QUALIFIED CUSTOMERS FROM TOYOTA FINANCIAL SERVICES. DOES NOT INCLUDE $350 DISPOSITION FEE DUE AT LEASE END. NOT ALL CUSTOMERS WILL QUALIFY. TAX, REGISTRATION, INSURANCE, AND DEALER FEES ARE EXTRA. CAMRY DUE AT SIGNING INCLUDES $1810 DOWN (AFTER APPLICATION OF $1500 TOYOTA LEASE CASH INCENTIVE FROM TOYOTA FINANCIAL SERVICES), FIRST $189 PAYMENT, AND NO SECURITY DEPOSIT. 2014.5 CAMRY LE 4 CYLINDER AUTOMATIC MODEL 2532, MSRP $23,780. RAV4 DUE AT SIGNING INCLUDES $1820 DOWN (AFTER APPLICATION OF $750 TOYOTA LEASE CASH INCENTIVE FROM TOYOTA FINANCIAL SERVICES), FIRST $179 PAYMENT, AND NO SECURITY DEPOSIT. 2014 RAV4 2WD 4 CYLINDER AUTOMATIC MODEL 4430, MSRP $24,650. COROLLA DUE AT SIGNING INCLUDES $1840 DOWN FIRST (AFTER APPLICATION OF $250 TOYOTA LEASE CASH INCENTIVE FROM TOYOTA FINANCIAL SERVICES) $159 PAYMENT, AND NO SECURITY DEPOSIT. 2014 COROLLA LE 4 CYLINDER AUTOMATIC MODEL 1852, MSRP $19,110. SEE DEALER FOR DETAILS. ††CUSTOMERS CAN RECEIVE $500 CASH BACK ON COROLLA, UP TO $1000 CASH BACK ON TUNDRA (CASH BACK ON TUNDRA VARIES BY MODEL. SEE DEALER FOR DETAILS.) $1500 CASH BACK ON SIENNA AND VENZA, OR CAN APPLY CASH BACK TO DOWN PAYMENT. †††TOYOTACARE COVERS NORMAL FACTORY SCHEDULED SERVICE. PLAN IS 2 YEARS OR 25K MILES, WHICHEVER COMES FIRST. THE NEW VEHICLE CANNOT BE PART OF A RENTAL OR COMMERCIAL FLEET, OR A LIVERY/TAXI VEHICLE. SEE PARTICIPATING TOYOTA DEALER FOR PLAN DETAILS. VALID ONLY IN THE CONTINENTAL U.S. AND ALASKA. ROADSIDE ASSISTANCE DOES NOT INCLUDE PARTS AND FLUIDS. OFFERS DO NOT INCLUDE DEALER FEES. OFFERS END 8/4/14.