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USS TRUMAN COMPLETES REACTOR SAFEGUARD EXAMINATION

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By MC3 J.R. Pacheco USS Harry S. Truman Public Affairs

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Aircraft carrier USS Harry S. Truman’s (CVN 75) Reactor Department underwent an Operational Reactor Safeguard Examination (ORSE), Oct. 5-8. ORSE is an official examination conducted every 12 to 15 months by the Department of Energy, determining Truman’s ability to safely operate its two nuclear propulsion plants. The ORSE team was composed of eight inspectors including two Navy captains, both former submarine commanding officers; two commanders and six lieutenant commanders. Over the course of three days, the team observed and graded complex engineering casualty drills, maintenance reviews, levels of knowledge and watchstander response testing. “The ORSE team is out here to make sure we’re doing what we need to be doing to stay safe,” said Master Chief Electrician’s Mate S. Rivera, Reactor Department’s leading chief petty officer. “We’re tested through written and oral examinations, drills, maintenance evolutions and material condition inspections. Between ORSE assessments, we undergo quarterly inspections by the Mobile Training Team (MTT) covering the same material, so even our newest Reactor [Department] Sailors are well prepared for anything the ORSE team can throw at us.” Reactor Department Sailors faced many challenges during the examination. However, Rivera said because his Sailors always train and prepare for the unexpected, their ability to overcome new obstacles was never in doubt. Obstacles included several complex scenarios put together by the ORSE team with the help of Machinist’s Mate 1st Class A. Richey, Reac-

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Sailors clean up NAVSTA Norfolk Aviation Boatswain’s Mate (Handling) Airman R. Taggerty and Gunner’s Mate Seaman E. Dickerson, from the aircraft carrier USS Harry S. Truman (CVN 75), pick up trash during a base-wide cleanup on Naval Station Norfolk. The event is a semiannual cleanup of debris, litter and recyclables.

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NECC celebrates Navy’s 240th birthday

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Mid-Atlantic Regional Maintenance Center (MARMC) was host Oct. 13, to a group of budding engineers – 18 students and two teachers from the Heritage High School Governor’s Science, Technology, Engineering and Math (STEM) program. The students, from Newport News, met with MARMC employees and visited Buildings LF-18 and CEP-200. MARMC Executive Director Dennis Bevington spoke to the students, telling them that engineering is vital to the success of the center that he directs. “Engineering is usually very black and white,” Bevington said, “Applying engineering in situations like we see when repairing ships can get into the gray area.

Sailors and civilians assigned to Navy Expeditionary Combat Command (NECC) celebrated the Navy’s 240th birthday on the command’s quarterdeck, Oct. 13. Guest speaker and retired Capt. Frank DeMasi spoke during the ceremony highlighting our Navy’s history as well as our Navy’s future. “It’s really an honor for me to be here with you all today, getting back to the Navy feels good,” said DeMasi, who retired 15 years earlier and spoke about our Navy’s capabilities to be “Ready Then, Ready Now, and Ready Always.” “The Navy has both a tradition and a future and we look with pride and conﬁdence in both directions,”

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This year’s Naval Heritage 5K Run/Walk held at Navy Information Dominance Forces (NAVIDFOR) on Oct. 15, was a huge success with more than 86 runners and walkers turning out to participate. The NAVIDFOR Run/Walk is held each year to allow people time to reﬂect upon service to one’s Navy. It is the day we honor the multitude of men and women who have chosen to proudly wear the Navy uniform, active or reserve, as well as civilians, during times of war, and during times of peace. “Today was a good opportunity to be outside and enjoy time with shipmates in recognition of the Navy’s 240th birthday,” said Mr. Mark Kosnik, NAVIDFOR deputy commander. “It’s a good team activity and our run this afternoon echeos our theme – “Ready Then, Ready Now, Ready Always.” On hand this year to give the of-

Robert Fluegel Sailors and civilians participate in the 2nd annual Navy Information Dominance Forces Naval Heritage 5K Run/Walk in honor of the Navy’s 240th birthday.

ficial “start” to the runners was Chief Information Systems Technician Newton Allen. Awards were given to the top finishers in the male and female categories. Placing first in the men’s category was Eugene Prestera and placing first in the women’s category was Lt. Cmdr. Chelsey Zwicker. In 1972, the Chief of Naval Operations Adm. Elmo R. Zumwalt authorized recognition of Oct. 13, as the Navy's birthday. The Navy Birthday is

intended as an activity for members of the active forces and reserves, as well as retirees and dependents. Each year, Navy commands across the world celebrate the birth of the Navy when, on Oct. 13, 1775, the Continental Congress approved legislation for two vessels to be equipped and armed with 10 carriage guns as well as crews of 80 Sailors charged with intercepting transport ships carrying munitions and stores to the British army in America.

CENSECFOR, JEBLCFS unveil new CSW range JEBLCFS Public Affairs VIRGINIA BEACH

The Center for Security Forces (CENSECFOR) took part in a ribbon cutting ceremony Oct. 14, that signified the reopening of the outdoor Rodriguez range to crew serve weapons training at Joint Expeditionary Base Little Creek-Fort (JEBLCFS). “The need for crew served weapon ranges to qualify and make our gunners proficient on the weapons they have is a fleet issue,” said CENSECFOR Commanding Officer Capt. Raymond Benedict. “I have been a huge advocate for this project since the beginning and this range will be a great asset to both CENSECFOR and the fleet.” Benedict also noted that the new range would save about $80K per year in transportation costs. Students currently travel from southeast Virginia to other distant installations where crew served weapon ranges are available. One example, is the Marine Corps Base in Quantico, Virginia, which is about 400 miles roundtrip. JEBLCFS Commanding Officer Capt. Frank Hughlett said, “The days of large military budgets and the execution of unilateral projects is a thing of the past. Working smarter, not harder and partnering among commands, where the missions come together, is a smart way of doing business and the way of the future.” The range supported crew served weapons live fire up until the mid-1990s

when the Chesapeake Bay Bridge Tunnel was expanded. Construction of the new bridge span impinged the safety perimeter required for 7.62 mm ammunition and thus, use of the range has since been limited to small arms live fire. By using short-range training ammunition, or SRTA, the range can be recertified to support crew served weapons live fire training. SRTA has a frangible projectile that disintegrates into harmless fragments upon impact. Combined with its limited range, it serves as an ideal solution for crew served weapons training. “We have been working on using SRTA for machine gun training since 2007,” said Daniel Jasper, CENSECFOR’s Material and Logistics Readiness manager. “Ideally, we were looking to build the range at Naval Support Activity Northwest Annex, but certain obstacles turned our attention to the outdoor Rodriguez range The total cost to renovate Rodriguez range neared $1 million and took about one year to complete.” Jasper also shared that a verbal agreement currently exists between JEBLCFS and CENSECFOR that will allow CENSECFOR training to have priority use of the range. In the coming months, a formal agreement between the two commands will be drawn up and signed by their respective commanding officers. “Since we only have about 10 or 15 days per year where we will need the range, it will be available for the rest of the Navy to use,” Jasper said. “The

immediate savings for CENSECFOR is the $80K we spend in student transportation per year. The intangible cost savings is tied to the logistic burden and associated risks of moving weapons and students over long distances.” Jasper also pointed out that JEBLCFS will incur additional cost savings with SRTA also being a lead-free round with less maintenance requirements and less impact to the environment. Asked what message he would like to share with the fleet, Jasper said, “For the potential Navy end-user of the SRTA, keep an open mind and look at the capabilities and limitations of the round. There are limitations, such as not being able to engage area targets beyond 150 yards, but for basic watchstander qualifications, we are confident it meets the requirement.” The time frame CENSECFOR expects to employ use of the Rodriguez range for its crew served weapons course is January 2016. CENSECFOR provides specialized training to more than 28,000 students each year. It has 14 training locations across the U.S. and around the world where training breeds confidence. For more information about the Center for Security Forces, visit us at http://www. navy.mil/local/csf. For more news from the Center for Security Forces, visit us at www.netc.navy. mil/centers/csf. Find us on Facebook at www.facebook. com/CENSECFORHQ.

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EISENHOWER PUTS NULKA THROUGH FIRST TEST PHASE By MC3 Michael Gendron USS Dwight D. Eisenhower Public Affairs

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USS Dwight D. Eisenhower (CVN 69) is the testing carrier for Nulka, a ship self-defense system that’s been present on smaller ships for years and just underwent its first phase of testing. Nulka is a joint U.S.-Australian system that derives its name from an Aborigine word, which means “be quick.” The system fires a rocket-propelled round from the launcher, which draws enemy fire away from the ship. Since the physical set-up of a carrier is unlike that of other ships, great lengths are being taken to make sure the system will function properly. “This ship is very different than a small boy, so we had to figure out how we we’re going to handle these rounds over the side using cranes and different methods than they’ve had to use in the past,” explained Lt. Laura Cox, Eisenhower’s information warfare officer. “During those tests we realized that the

launchers would be exposed to the turning aircraft and that’s what brought us to the thermal testing.” The thermal testing consisted of parking an F/A-18 Super Hornet with its exhaust pointed towards the launchers and cranking the fighter’s engine up to test how both the launcher and the round inside would react to extreme heat. The tests were a large scale effort that involved many moving parts, including cranes, fighters and thermal testers. “It took a lot of coordination with the squadrons to get the aircraft,” Cox said. “We also got civilians and contractors from a program office for Nulka on board to do the testing and bring all their gear on board.” The testing took place over several days and started early in the morning. First, a group of Sailors using a crane had the shipping containers lowered onto the Nulka platform, so that the test canisters could be loaded into the launchers. Next, the fighter was towed to positions in front of the launcher. Finally, the fighter continually increased its engine power until hitting the limit,

as thermal readings were collected. Ultimately the tests were successful, proving Nulka could stand the heat. It also proved how well different departments around the ship could work together. “The support OS division and the civilians received from all of Air Department was unsurpassed,” Cox said. “Additional support and coordination from Aviation Intermediate Maintenance Department, Media, Navigation, Security, and Weapons [Departments] were amazing and we couldn’t have done this testing without them. To say I am thankful would be an understatement.” With this stage of testing complete, sights are turned to the future of Nulka on the ship. “We’ll do test launches soon,” Cox asserted. “We’ll bring on and load the rounds and make sure everything that looked good on a computer diagram stays true and that we’re not putting any aircraft in danger, or any FOD [foreign object damage] on the deck. That way, the right people know what they’re doing if we ever have to use this defense.”

U.S. Navy photo Sailors load a Mark-53 Nulka Decoy Launching System.

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Assault Craft Unit 4 welcomes Vietnam vets By MC3 Amber N. Donnelly Naval Surface Force Atlantic Public Affairs

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More than 70 Marine Corps combat veterans from the war in Vietnam visited Assault Craft Unit (ACU) 4, Oct. 8, to commemorate the 50th anniversary of their commissioning during their annual reunion weekend. “We were all commissioned 50 years ago; the whole purpose of our group is to socialize and to stay current with Marine [Corps] and Navy affairs,” said Pete Clay, association president.

”None of us have ever seen a Landing Craft Air Cushion [LCAC] before, so this is all brand new,” he continued. “We are doing these tours to stay informed. All of us have the Marine Corps heritage and that never goes away, ever.” Commissioned as second lieutenants following graduation, they went on to either Flight Training in Pensacola, Florida, or to the Basic School in Quantico, Virginia. Graduates of the 38th Ofﬁcer Candidate Course/Basic Class #3-66, the veterans and their spouses toured ACU-4 at Joint Expeditionary Base Little Creek-

MC3 Amber Donnelly Lt. Matthew Moore, Assault Craft Unit 4 ground support ofﬁcer, talks with Marine Corp veterans of the Vietnam War and their spouses as he gives them a tour of a Landing Craft Air Cushion.

Fort Story to view the advances in technology and science related to military research conducted during the Vietnam War. The hosts recognized the veterans’ service

and sacriﬁce on behalf of the U.S. and thanked the families for their support as well. Lt. Matthew Moore, ACU-4 ground support ofﬁcer, explained

to the guests that their mission is to provide combat-ready craft to meet worldwide operational tasking. The goal is to transport at high speed, Marines and their equipment from ships offshore to the beach and hard points beyond. “We are always happy to show off the unique capabilities that we possess and bring to the game,” said Moore. “It is always an honor to speak to service members who came before us and who paved the way for us to continue. I believe it is important to stay connected with our past.” The reunion tour comes as the Navy and nation begin to commemorate the 50th anniversary of the Vietnam War. The threeyear initiative aims to thank and honor the war’s veterans, Prisoners of War, those listed as Missing in Action, and to recognize the impact America’s allies had on the war.

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The Navy projects a 3-1 return on investments in 20 projects designed to reduce shipbuilding and maintenance costs during the 5th annual National Shipbuilding Research Program day at Naval Sea Systems Command (NAVSEA), Oct. 1. The low-cost projects are valued at $150,000 or less and are designed to explore potential applications of cutting-edge technologies or new business processes in shipbuilding and repair, and to quickly address industry-wide challenges and cost drivers. They are a result of a co-funded partnership between the Navy and the U.S. shipbuilding industry designed to reduce acquisition and maintenance costs. “NAVSEA actively engages with industry to employ projects and technologies that build or maintain ships better or leverage commonality to reduce costs while being a good steward of the taxpayer’s money.” said Rear Adm. Thomas Kearney, NAVSEA Acquisition and Commonality directorate. The projects are designed to reduce the cost of shipbuilding and ship maintenance by increasing shipyard productivity through manufacturing innovation and process improvement; improving workforce productivity through special tooling; improving occupational safety and health issues to reduce or eliminate on-the-job injuries; reducing or eliminating environmental hazards; and improving efﬁciencies with the newest digital design and planning tools. NAVSEA’s Acquisition and Commonality directorate was established in 2014 and now serves as the central point of contact for policy, common business processes, and tools for issues relating systems commonality, acquisition policy and the National Shipbuilding Research Program. Both the command and NSRP share the goal of reducing the Total Ownership Costs for the nation’s ships and submarines by working together to eliminate barriers to commonality and achieve optimal crossplatform standardization. Naval Sea Systems Command, the largest of the Navy’s systems commands, is comprised of more than 58,000 civilian and military personnel in 36 activities located across the U.S. and around the world. Together, these men and women are charged with developing, delivering and maintaining ships and systems on time, on cost for the Navy.

Ross is taking part in Exercise Joint Warrior 152, a United Kingdom-led semi-annual multinational cooperative training exercise designed to provide NATO and allied forces with a unique multi-warfare environment in which to prepare for global operations.

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Suffolk-area commands celebrate ‘Ready Then, Now, Always’ Navy Information Dominance Forces, Public Affairs SUFFOLK

Four Suffolk area cyber and information dominance commands held a cake cutting ceremony on Oct. 13, to celebrate the Navy’s 240th Birthday, themed “Ready then, Ready Now, Ready Always.” The ceremony commemorated the establishment of the Navy. On Oct. 13, 1775, the Continental Congress voted to ﬁt out two sailing vessels to intercept transports carrying munitions and stores to the British army during the American Revolutionary War. “For 240 years the Navy has been ready,” keynote speaker Rear Adm. Matthew J. Kohler, commander of Navy Information Dominance Forces said. “We’ve deployed in peace to protect the sea lanes of communication and to advance and

safeguard America’s relationships, interests and ideals.” Kohler spoke about the Navy’s ethos of always being where it is needed and being ready to serve the nations interests. “In conflict, we’ve defeated determined enemies at sea, in the air and ashore. Our forward-deployed naval presence delivers security, influence and responsiveness unmatched by any other maritime power,” he said. Kohler spoke about his fellow Sailors and our duty to recognize their sacrifices for our country. “We must not forget that our success did not happen without significant sacrifice,” he said. “Thousands of Sailors have sacrificed their lives in countless engagements throughout our history, and continue to do so [to this day]. “Just yesterday, we recognized the 17 Sailors killed

and the 39 wounded 15 years ago from the attack on USS Cole while it was conducting its forward-deployed mission. We also recognize the many Sailors killed fighting in Iraq and Afghanistan over the nearly the past decade and a half.” Kohler highlighted the Navy’s commitment to readiness within the newest domain of Navy warfighting – Information Dominance. He mentioned that this month marks another anniversary, the one year anniversary of Information Dominance Forces. As the commander of the Navy’s newest Type Command for Information Dominance, Kohler highlighted the command’s core business of making sure that operational forces are ready to fight and win in the information domain. He finished by emphasizing the command’s commit-

ment to readiness and following the Navy’s ethos of honor, courage and commitment. At the conclusion of Koehler’s remarks, the audience heard the chief of naval operations (CNO) Navy birthday message. Suffolk mayor Linda Johnson attended audience as the ceremony’s guest of honor. The combined event included members from U.S. Fleet Cyber Command South, Naval Network Warfare Command and Navy Cyber Defense Operations Command. Following the CNO’s remarks, Kohler, Johnson, Capt. Jeff Cole and Information Systems Technician Seaman Nicholas Richardson had the honor of cutting the cake. Navy tradition is for the oldest and youngest Sailor present to take part in the cake cutting ceremony. After cutting the cake, Cole presented his piece to Richardson in a gesture meant to convey the passing of knowledge and experience down to the next generation of Sailors.

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FLAGSHIPNEWS.COM | OCT 22, 2015 | THE FLAGSHIP | A5 Capt. Bradford Smith, Naval Medical Center Portsmouth executive ofﬁcer, delivers opening remarks at a ribbon cutting ceremony at the grand opening of the Norfolk Veterinary Branch on board Naval Station Norfolk.

Veterinary clinic opens at NAVSTA Norfolk By Rebecca A. Perron Navy Medical Center Portsmouth Public Affairs

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The Norfolk Veterinary Branch celebrated its new $8 million, 17,459 square-foot facility with a ribbon-cutting ceremony on Oct. 8, after nearly eight years of planning and more than 18 months of construction at Naval Station Norfolk. The state-of-the art building will be home to 37 Soldiers and 17 civilians, which includes Army food inspectors, as well as the veterinary staff who cares for military working dogs and the pets of service members and veterans in Hampton Roads. The project required extensive coordination between the staff of the clinic, Army Public Health, Navy Medicine, Naval Station Norfolk and Naval Facilities Engineering Command. “The reason everyone was able to come together is because this is such an incredible mission,” said Capt. Bradford Smith, Naval Medical Center Portsmouth (NMCP) executive officer. “What a beautiful building, which enables the delivery of care at the level of a military treatment facility. And well it should be – because it’s an incredibly important mission that you do here – taking care of the military working dogs, taking care of our privately-owned pets, and providing critical safety food inspections. It’s great that we have such an incredible building to accomplish that mission.” The ceremony symbolized the turnover of the building from NMCP and the Navy, to the Army and the officer in charge of the clinic, Army Capt. Jessica Dowling. “Everything we do on our team is to support the warfighter, from food recalls to receipt of inspections at the commissary; whether we vaccinate a poodle for a PCS [permanent change

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We will support over 10,000 patients from the current building, but also absorb the 3,500 patients in eastern Virginia Beach... .” -Army Capt. Jessica Dowling

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tions, bloodwork and health certificates for them. The food inspectors also have an extensive and far-reaching presence. “The food inspection team is responsible for the food safety and security for four commissaries, $5 million monthly in troop feeding contracts for 51 ships, as well as 168 facilities selling food and beverages to military families,” Dowling added. During the planning and construction phases of the building, project officers and members of the multiple Army and Navy commands ensured the new facility would be the gold standard for future military construction veterinary clinics. “When we design a facility that will provide health care, we look at the population it will serve and that’s how we design the facility,” said Lt. Brian Holbrook, Navy Medicine East project officer. “In this case, it’s the military working dog. We treat these dogs just like service members, and we built the facility around that model.” The facility includes six exam rooms, and the staff is able to see animals with all acuity levels, from providing basic care to treating those that require care in the intensive care unit or the operating room,

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Lt.j.g. Sam Miller helps students try on a bomb disposal suit. Sailors assigned to Explosive Ordnance Disposal Mobile Unit (EODMU) 12, participated in a career day event at Norfolk Christian School in Norfolk.

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EODMU12 visits local school for career day By Lt. Liza Dougherty EODGRU2 Public Affairs

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Explosive Ordnance Disposal (EOD) technicians from Explosive Ordinance Disposal Mobile Unit (EODMU) 12, participated in Career Day at Norfolk Christian School in Norfolk, Oct. 16. Lt.j.g. Sam Miller and Explosive Ordinance Disposal Technician 1st Class Cole Savas spent most of the morning interacting with over 160 middle school students and dozens of staff members, describing what an EOD technician does in the Navy “It was heavy, and it was hot ‘cause it was really thick,” said seventh-grader Jared Goodman, who tried on a bomb suit. He enjoyed the presentation and being able to interact with the display Miller and Savas had brought. “It’s really cool and fun. I wanted to be in the military when I was a little kid.” Makenzie Hayes, an eighth-grader, also tried on the suit. “It was really fun, the experience of being in it and seeing what these guys wear,” Hayes said. “Seeing that you can actually move in it. It’s really heavy!” Hayes, a softball catcher, saw similarities between her softball gear and the bomb suit. “It was bigger, and hotter, and a lot heavier. A lot less maneuverable, I can say.” “I think it takes a lot of guts,” continued Hayes, reﬂecting on a short video that Miller and Savas used to introduce their presentation. “I wouldn’t jump out of a

plane. I’m scared of heights!” Miller and Savas jumped at the chance to share their perspectives and experiences with sixth-, seventh- and eighth-graders at the school. “It’s nice, especially now that I have a kid, to come out and give the students an idea of what we do,” said Savas. “With all that’s on TV today, it’s nice to have real people come out and talk about real things.” Miller, who recently arrived at EODMU 12 from the training pipeline, enjoyed the event. “It was a blast,” said Miller. “I had a great time just seeing how excited the kids got with everything – trying on the bomb suit, playing with the robots.” Jennifer Newman, middle school volunteer coordinator, facilitated the event. “I think they were engaged,” Newman said of the EOD presentation. “It was an interactive activity – which helps. It’s better than having someone just stand up and speak about a career choice. The kids can actually experience some of the pieces of what EOD does.” Newman and many of the students expressed interest in having EOD return the following year, along with a desire to learn more about the explosive ordnance disposal community. “I think it’s good – you guys can go to different places, see different places and do fun things,” said Hayes. “I’m deﬁnitely interested. Deﬁnitely considering it.”

Explosive Ordnance Disposal Technician 1st Class Cole Savas interacts with students while operating the iRobot 310 SUGV. Sailors assigned to Explosive Ordnance Disposal Mobile Unit (EODMU) 12, participated in a career day event at Norfolk Christian School in Norfolk

Lt.j.g. Sam Miller helps students try on a bomb disposal helmet. Sailors assigned to Explosive Ordnance Disposal Mobile Unit (EODMU) 12, participated in a career day event at Norfolk Christian School in Norfolk.

■ about explosive ordnance disposal Navy Explosive Ordinance Disposal (EOD) deploys to conduct EOD, mine countermeasure and diving operations for numbered ﬂeet commanders and combatant commanders throughout the world. Lt.j.g. Sam Miller helps students try on a bomb disposal helmet. Sailors assigned to Explosive Ordnance Disposal Mobile Unit (EODMU) 12, participated in a career day event at Norfolk Christian School in Norfolk.

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| Complex scenarios practiced

Continued from front tor training division’s drill coordinator. “The ORSE inspectors know the situations they need to see and grade us on, and it’s our job to provide the training environments that meet that criteria,” said Richey. “Anything can happen during these observed evolutions, but the Sailors were well-

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trained and motivated and they met every challenge head on.” Rivera said, even though the inspection is done, Reactor Department’s work is not over for long, as they will soon start preparing for their next MTT inspection in January. For now, however, Rivera said he feels conﬁdent the results of the ORSE inspection will reﬂect Reactor Department’s diligent efforts.

“Even though we won’t see any ofﬁcial results from the inspectors for several weeks, there isn’t a question in my mind of how well we did,” said Rivera. “Our Sailors hit every curveball that was thrown at them, and I think they knocked them all out of the park. This was the 10th ORSE I’ve participated in and my third on board, it’s easily the best one I’ve seen, let alone been a part of.”

| STEM students visited Fab Lab

Continued from front Often, we get to be creative in the way to get a ﬁtting to work here or a plate to work there. We learned the idea in the classroom and at MARMC, we learn how to apply that idea to make a ship work better.” Inside CEP-200, the STEM students visited MARMC’s Fabrication Lab (Fab Lab) and it’s Project Ofﬁcer Lt. Todd Coursey. He showed the students around the lab, with stops at the 3-D printer and laser engraver. He also showed off some work of the Sailors who use the lab to fabricate replacement parts to speed maintenance aboard ship. Coursey said, the students seemed to appreciate an opportu-

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nity to see their learning take shape. “This is a natural extension of their high school experience,” Coursey said. “Imagine being in school, exposed to this and it’s starting to get to our ships.” Heritage High School’s STEM Program Administrator Toinette Outland said, she was grateful for the opportunity to show the students a practical application for what’s being taught in the classroom. “This is a good opportunity to see the careers that are available from STEM work,” Outland said. “Many of these students have no idea of what is here and what you do.” N421 Intermediate Logistics Assistant Stan Ward escorted the students on their bus ride between

LF-18 and CEP-200, which included a window tour of ships in port at Naval Station Norfolk. He said that he was pleased to see that the program shows them a way forward in their lives after high school, something he thinks many students don’t get to experience. “The kids in high school can always use more exposure to the real world,” Ward said. “I’ve thought more than once that these kids are beneﬁtting from seeing what they can be doing in real life.” After a quick lunch on base, the students were on their way back to Heritage High School, hopefully thinking that MARMC might be a good place to put their STEM knowledge to use some day.

| Navy celebrates 240 years

Continued from front DeMasi said, who also spoke of the future of expeditionary forces. “Our naval expeditionary forces are deployed throughout the world so you are ready always.” Force Chaplain Capt. Bruce Boyle delivered the invocation and benediction during the ceremony commemorating the memories of those who have served our Navy and nation. “Today we celebrate the Navy’s birthday, but we also extend the utmost gratitude to those service members who gave the ultimate sacriﬁce while serving our country. We respect their contributions and that of their families,” Boyle said. Master Chief Equipment Opera-

tor Terrance Thomas, assigned to NECC, spoke of the importance of recognizing our Navy’s people, platforms and presence worldwide. “It’s about remembering our heritage and the contributions of the brave men and women who have served before us,” Thomas said, who marked his 28th year of service in the Navy. On her second day at NECC, Legalman 1st Class Jhaka Gartrell reﬂected on service to one’s Navy. “It’s a great day to be in the Navy,” said Gartrell, who reported to the command from USS Enterprise (CVN 65). “It’s a day to continue working toward accomplishing your personal goals, command mission, and taking care of your Sailors to build upon our Navy’s

history.” During the ceremony, eight bells were struck to honor the birthday, followed by one single bell to signify the start of a new watch representing the 241st year of our Navy. NECC’s Command Master Chief Corey Heinrich emphasized the traditions our Navy continues to honor as each year passes. “On this 240th birthday of our Navy, we have the honor to serve in the greatest maritime ﬁghting force the world has ever seen, but we do so with humility, continuing to build upon the framework those ﬁghting Sailors forged before us,” said Heinrich. For more news from Navy Expeditionary Combat Command , visit www.navy.mil/local/necc/.

FEATURE: MILITARY COINS By Nancy Mary Contributing writer

Army coins have been creating friendship amongst the military members for a long time now. However, few people understand the full value of a challenge coin. With time, these challenge coins have ventured outside in the civilian world where people, as a hobby, now collect various rare challenge coins. Apart from this, there are still some coins that have a mystery to them and are one of a kind, which are owned by rare collectors. Let us have a look at the history of these U.S. Army coins. Have you ever wondered when was the first coin or challenge coin introduced? Where did it originate? Or how it came in to being a valuable medallion, given to only those who have done great acts of valor in the name of their country? One thing is for sure; these coins date way back, even before WWI. The habit of collecting coins became popular in 1850s. The most popular coins in this era were the Colonial coins, which are now only found with people who are the descendants of the original coin holders. The first coin collector is cited as Caesar Augustus, who was the first ruler of the Roman Empire. He ruled from 27 BC to 14 AD. He was known for accumulating rare and expensive coins, which he gave to people as gifts. In the 14th century, this coin-collecting hobby came in to the limelight and started being considered as “Hobby of the Kings.” An Italian scholar and poet, Petrarch was widely known as the famous coin collector in the 14th century. Other famous coin collectors were Emperor Maximilian, Henry IV and Louis XIV of France, Roman Empire’s Pope Boniface VIII, Elector Joachim II of Brandenburg and Ferdinand I. In the 17th century the study of coins took place in the academic structure and hence collectors became more involved in collecting these coins. This is when collecting coins spread to the middle class too and became a mark of wealth and sophistication. In the 19th century, coin collection was no longer about collecting just the ancient and U.S. Army coins, but also foreign currency and exotic coins. The history of U.S. Army coin is that it is believed, an American pilot in WWI was captured by the Germans, but somehow he escaped. Wearing civilian clothes, he was passing the no man’s land when he was commandeered by the French. The French assumed that he was a spy of the Germans and therefore decided to execute him. As he was about to be executed, one of the French recognized the insignia on the medal which was pinned to his shirt. The execution was immediately stopped and he was returned back to his unit. Since then, these U.S.

Army coins have evolved and given to the teams by their commanding officers. It is also believed that in Ancient Rome, a soldier was rewarded for his valor for protecting his kingdom. A normal soldier, who performed his duties well, was rewarded with a usual day’s pay and extra bonus coins if he performed more than his duty called for. It was believed that these coins were minted by a mark from the legion, which made them a special memento. The coin was to be held on to, not to be spent on wine and women! Other than the Army coins there are also Coast Guard challenge coins, Marine Corps challenge coins, Navy challenge coins, Air Force challenge coins, and Fire Fighter challenge coins. Below mentioned are some of the most extremely rare U.S. challenge coins: Army Special Forces Command Coin (A): This coin is extremely rare. The coin is shaped as a facemask with hollow eyes and a mouth, and has criss-crossed arrows at the back. Vice President Richard B. Cheney Presentation Coin: It belonged to the Vice President and is one of a kind. It has an eagle on one side and the flag of U.S. on the other. “Buffalo Bill” by Colonel Quinn: It is made in the Korean War in the 17th century. It has the regiment’s insignia on one side and a buffalo on the other. B-Day Coin: It is a Marine Corps challenge coin, given for completing successful years in the marines. It was introduced in 1775. It has an eagle sitting on the globe on one end. Air Force Airman’s Coin: It is one of the most popular Air Force coins of 1947. It has a star with wings on one end and an eagle in red flames on the other. Navy Supply Corps Challenge Coin: It is a coin from 1975 that belonged to the Navy. It has sea horses on one end and a leaf on the other. Douglas Munro: It is one of the most popular Coast Guard coins. The coin has Douglas’s face on one end and an outline of the statue that was made of him, on the other. The charm of holding an original Army coin or Marine Corps coin is much better than having an imitation. Since these coins cost more and are extremely rare, some people now copy the design and have an imitation made for their collection. No doubt, these Army coins have a deep-seeded and significant role in the military organization, but it is said that people who are in possession of an original challenge coin, which was awarded to them, only understand and appreciate its true meaning. Only these days, custom challenge coins are easily available.

Local nutritionist helps patient lose 113 pounds By MC2 (SW) Terah L. Bryant NMCP Public Affairs

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Finding the need to make a drastic change in life, at age 41, Cheryl Parker decided to turn to Naval Medical Center Portsmouth’s Bariatric Clinic to begin the process for gastric bypass surgery. In June 2014, Parker weighed 272 pounds and began to complete the pre-surgery requirements, such as an EKG, chest X-rays, blood work, a psychiatric evaluation and a four-hour long seminar. After sitting through the seminar, Parker began to feel nervous about what she had just heard. After the surgery, she would not be able to do certain things anymore, including drinking from a straw or eating bread that hasn’t been heavily toasted. “I thought that this was going to be the only way I could lose as much weight as I needed to lose, but when I sat through the classes it just made it even more real; it made me think twice,” Parker said. “I thought that this was going to be the easy way, but when I sat through the class, I realized it’s not the easy way. It’s just another tool in the bag and I would have to make major changes to lose the weight.” Parker said, she had been battling her weight since college. “I was usually a size 14 or 16 in my early 20s, but sometimes I would exercise like crazy and get down to a size 10, but I had to eat so little and exercise so much that it was impossible to maintain,” she said. Always feeling like she needed to lose weight, Parker stated, “I knew I was on borrowed time when I peaked at a size 22, and I started feeling hot all of the time, and having shortness of breath while doing small tasks and strange feeling heart flutters.” Parker knew she had to make a change either way, so she started to think, “I may as well change by not being cut on.” This thought was heavily reinforced after meeting with a nutritionist. In order to qualify for surgery, patients must not gain any more weight, and they are required to see a nutritionist monthly. As she took the no-weight gain rule very seriously, she began to watch what she ate and by the time her first meeting came with nutritionist Christine Zirpoli, Parker had lost 13 pounds. Parker continued to meet with Zirpoli for the next two months when she was finally cleared for surgery. “I was down to 249 pounds!” Parker exclaimed. “I thought to myself that I had already lost 20 pounds, so maybe I could do that a couple of more times.” This is where Parker’s journey took on a new path. That day she asked to continue meeting with Zirpoli rather than pursue surgery, and the two embarked on her weight loss journey. “I knew that in order to be a ‘healthy’ weight for my height, I would have to lose more than 125 pounds,” Parker said. “I just knew in my heart of hearts that I needed serious help, and that there was no way I could lose the weight on my own.” Accountability is what helped keep Parker on the way to her goal. Parker kept her regularly scheduled appointments with Zirpoli, but found another source of accountability from an unlikely source. “I had created a Facebook page for my close friends and coworkers; anyone who I wanted to let know that I was planning on getting surgery and why,” Parker said. “I wanted to explain myself rather than having people talk, but it also helped me because everyone was being really supportive.” Parker switched her Facebook page from a private group to a public one, inviting strangers to hear the story of her journey to weight loss. “It felt so good to get my story out there, because I want people to know that it can be done,” she said. “If there’s a fast weight loss trend out there I’ve tried it, I’ve tried it all. I want people to know that they can do it with actual real food – that it’s just a numbers game.” While being a motivation for others with her story, Parker was being inspired by the new followers to her page, which helped her to continue pushing through to ensure she had met her exercise goal and calorie intake. “I know that every month I am going to stand on the scale for Chris – it’s my accountability to her,” Parker said. “She knows what she is talking about, and she would know if I cheated. Knowing that she is here for me as my ally has helped me so much. She’s like having a personal coach.” According to Parker, her coach is always in her head. “I always think of her and what she would say about something; I always keep her advice in the back of my mind,” she said. Another change that helped Parker during her journey was changing her exercise habits. Shortly after starting to see the nutritionist, she bought a pedometer. “My only real goal was to get to my magical 10,000 steps before I went to bed each night,” Parker said. “I didn’t really care if they were fast steps or slow steps. At that point every step was a step in the right direction.” After some time, Parker began hitting her goal regularly and decided to step it up a notch. She kept her original goal of 10,000 steps, but now she had to walk at least two miles at a brisk pace. “On occasion, I would hit 15,000. And one day, I even hit 20,000 steps! I was so excited I shouted over to my neighbor that I had hit the 20,000 steps,” Parker said. “She realized she was almost there too and had never hit it before. So we went on a walk so we could hit that milestone together.” “It feels so good to be active now,” Parker said. “I feel strong.” Parker is still working toward her ultimate weight loss goal, adding in new challenges, such as completing Virginia Beach’s Rock ‘n’ Roll Half Marathon. Parker had never run in a sanctioned race before, but after seeing her son complete his first marathon, she was inspired. She is now in the process of training for a full marathon. She attributes all of her success to her husband, retired Chief Fire Controlman Wendal Parker, to her son, Jordan, and to her nutritionist Chris Zirpoli. “I’m always surprised when I look down and my stomach is thinner, I can’t believe I can actually see muscles now,” Parker said. “I am happy to report that the heart flutters that I felt at 272 pounds stopped somewhere at the 50 pounds lost mark, and I don’t feel as hot or exhausted as I used to.” Parker has lost a total of 113 pounds on her journey and is still going. Her advice to anyone in a similar situation is to talk to a doctor, visit a nutritionist and to go to the three- or four-hour informational seminars about bariatric surgery. “You are not obligated to anything by going and finding out some answers. Explore all of your options and then make your choice; there is no one right choice for everyone,” Parker said. “Most importantly, don’t be afraid to change paths once you’ve already started one. I never guessed at the beginning of my journey that I would make such a sharp turn and end up here. “Physically, I feel strong. Mentally, I feel confident,” Parker added. “I now know that I not only can do this, but I did do it and I still am. That makes me very happy.”

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Ghent

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Olde Towne Portsmouth $275,000

This home can pay for itself. Live in one apartment and rent the other two. Currently a triplex but it has an internal staircase perfect for single family or multi-generational living, too. Nice porches, big fenced yard and off street parking. Kim Johnson 757-639-4968

Totally redone 3 bedroom 2 bath ranch with new roof, new windows and doors, new kitchen with stainless steel appliances, new flooring throughout all improvements top of the line! Located on quiet court and huge fenced lot. Move in ready! C. J. Howell 757-647-3481

Victorian tri-plex row home in historic Olde Towne. Just blocks from the water. 3 income property with all the charm of yesterday. 757-536-9513

Cromwell Park at Salem $245,000

Hidden Cove

Gloucester Courthouse $239,900

Aragona

Brick ranch, 3 bedrooms, 2 baths. Many updates that you will love. Refinished hardwood floors throughout, except den has newer carpet.

Picture perfect 3 bedroom, 2.5 bath in gated community. Light and bright, open floorplan. Hardwood floors, new air conditioning, huge kitchen, too many upgrades to list.

Tucked away on 2.41 acres. Multiple level decking and large oversized 2 car garage. Finished room above with full bath.

Kathy Worthen

757-377-6689

Claudia Liebig

Bright and open 3 bedroom, 2.5 bath home with large backyard. Master bedroom with walk-in closet, open eat-in kitchen, formal dining room, extended living room with fireplace. Close to bases, interstates, and shopping. Two car attached garage. Donna Turner 757-409-4380

Beautifully renovated 4 bedroom, 2 bath home in Aragona. Remodeled kitchen with new cabinets, granite counter tops, stainless steel appliances, and ceramic tile. New roof, gutters, flooring throughout, remodeled bathrooms. Too many features to list them all. Donna Turner 757-409-4380

Kilby Shores

$227,500

Cypress Point

Point Elizabeth

Siesta Gardens

757-408-7222

$221,900

Just listed 3 bedroom, 2 bath ranch with attached garage. Many updates in the past few years that give a buyer peace of mind. Move in ready!

Only minutes to Portsmouth Coast Guard Base and Naval Hospital. 4 bedrooms, 2 bath, 2 car attached garage, screened porch and large backyard.

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Cavalier Forest

757-334-1075

$189,900

West Ghent

757-288-8822

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Jeanette Canady

804-815-0331

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Well maintained 2 bedroom, 2 bath condo on golf course in Cypress Point. Spacious master bedroom with updated bathroom and private patio, kitchen has newer cabinets and appliances, open living area with balcony. One car attached garage. Donna Turner 757-409-4380

This property is a blank piece of paper waiting for you to create your own definition of the word “home”! Over .5-acre waterfront property.

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Shea Terrace

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Michael Amory

757-810-2455

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Elmhurst

$232,000

$199,900

A Craftsman inspired Cape with a recent addition, bringing it to 2,100 sq. ft. on 1/3 acre. Add a two car garage, new heat, ventilation and air conditioning. Convenient to bases. What more could you ask for? John Wade 757-718-8007

Level Green

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Water views from the beautiful sunroom! This all brick ranch has been updated inside and out. Light and bright kitchen, deck with covered bar and much more!

Ready for your move! Freshly painted and new flooring in well-maintained 2 story unit. Elevator building with covered reserved parking spaces. Pets permitted, too! Perfect package.

3 bedroom, 2.5 bath ranch. Updated floor plan with refinished hardwood floors, new paint and more. Large bedrooms with good closet space.

Great 5 bedroom, 2 bath home in Shea Terrace. Heating and air 2 years old, windows 3 years old. Hardwood floors just refinished.

Great location near bases, interstates and malls. Recently updated kitchen, bath and floors, balcony off master, large fenced in backyard. 4 beds, 2.5 baths.

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New mass warning, mass notiﬁcation system coming to Bremerton By Douglas Stutz Naval Hospital Bremerton

CALIFORNIA HELICOPTER SQUADRON LIFTS TWO MEDICAL CASES NEAR MEXICO IN ONE NIGHT By MC2 Stephanie Smith Naval Air Force Paciﬁc Public Affairs

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Crews from Helicopter Maritime Strike Squadron (HSM) 71 performed two back-to-back emergency medical transports of Sailors

aboard USS William P. Lawrence (DDG 110) during the ship’s transit from Puerto Vallarta, Mexico, to San Diego, Oct. 14. At approximately 4 p.m. PDT, HSM-71 medically evacuated one Sailor in response to symptoms of appendicitis. The crew prepared a

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MH-60R Seahawk helicopter and worked with ship’s hospital corpsmen for transport to Naval Medical Center San Diego. The extended range of the ship from the San Diego area required

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An MH-60R Sea Hawk helicopter attached to the Raptors of Helicopter Maritime Strike Squadron (HSM) 71 ﬁres inert rockets during a training exercise over the Paciﬁc Ocean.

Navy bids farewell to display ship Barry By MC2 Tyrell K. Morris Defense Media Activity

WASHINGTON

Sailors, veterans, family members and Naval Support Activity Washington staff gathered in the Cold War Gallery at the Washington Navy Yard to bid farewell to Display Ship Barry (DD 933), Oct. 17. Naval Support Activity Washington hosted the departure ceremony, honoring the ship and its past crew members. The event served as the ﬁnal send-off before the ship is towed down the Anacostia River for dismantling. “It’s a sad day to see the Barry go, but I’m glad to be able to

thank those in attendance today that served on the Barry,” Director of Naval History and Heritage Command retired Rear Adm. Sam Cox said. “She was not just a ship made of metal, but she represents a legacy of valor and sacriﬁce of those who served.” More than 20 former Barry crew members attended the ceremony. Retired Sonar Technician (Surface) 1st Class John Horgan served on the Barry in the early 1980s and ﬂew in from Colorado to make the ceremony. “When I heard the ship was being scrapped I was very emotional,” Horgan said. “I grew up on that ship. I came aboard

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when I was 19 years old and left a man, so I had to make it here today.” Councilmember Charles Allen, the District Council Ward 6, spoke about the effect of the ship and its symbolism. “Barry was a part of the neighborhood,” Ward said. “Veterans traveled from near and far to visit the ship. She was a reminder of the sacriﬁces and

Capt. Monte L. Ulmer, commanding ofﬁcer of Naval Support Activity Washington, speaks to Sailors, veterans and family members in the Cold War Gallery at the Washington Navy Yard, Oct. 17.

triumphs of the Navy.” Barry was the third Forrest Sherman-class destroyer built and the fourth vessel to bear the name of the illustrious Revolutionary War naval hero Commodore John Barry. She was commissioned Sept. 7, 1956, and served in both the U.S. Atlantic and Paciﬁc Fleets. Barry was decommissioned Nov. 5, 1982, after 26 years of service.

Navy leaders reafﬁrm Navy releases energy commitment to maritime general military training security of Asia

Emergencies are not convenient. Disasters are never accommodating. The one common thread that can help mitigate any emergency and disaster relies on a timely, accurate and concise communication effort. Naval Hospital Bremerton (NHB) is going to ensure that happens. NHB is preparing to implement a new emergency warning system for all staff members called Live Process, an internet/ cloud-based mass warning and mass notification system designed to contact staff members. “Live Process is an internet based system that can provide instantaneous notifications, warnings, and alerts to either all NHB staff, or selected specialty groups. It can also be used for command recalls and drills, and other important notices in a timely manner to all or selected personnel regardless of computer email access,” NHB’s Emergency Preparedness Coordinator Terry Lerma said. According to Lerma, the Live Process system works on a subscriber based notification process that allows administrators to select or set up specialized groups for notification purposes as well as send out all hands warnings and notifications. Once an alert, warning or notification is activated, the system sends a simultaneous message to all designated personnel instantaneously and all the communication devises the member has designated to receive the information. A staff member can also add a family member’s cell phone to receive the information via email, text or phone call. “It’s actually a Joint Commissions and Navy Medicine Inspector General requirement to have a mass warning and mass notification system. Lessons learned from recent active shooter and natural disaster events only reinforce the necessity to have a method by which to notify all hands as quickly as possible,” Lerma added, noting that the new system will impact all NHB staff including Branch Health Clinic Bangor, Everett and Puget Sound Naval Shipyard (PSNS) staff, and specialized groups such as surgical staff, Code Blue responders, and Urgent Care Clinic personnel. Live Process also has the ability to replace activating the time consuming phone tree with the ability to simultaneously connect

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Commander, Naval Forces Korea BUSAN, REPUBLIC OF KOREA

Naval leaders and subject matter experts from around the Asia-Paciﬁc region gathered to share experiences and discuss the maritime security environment throughout east Asia during the 12th International Seapower Symposium (ISS) in Busan, Oct. 19. This year’s theme, “Chang-

ing Maritime Security Environment in east Asia and Measures to Enhance Multilateral Cooperation,” seeks to advance maritime cooperation at regional and levels by bringing together the area’s foremost naval and maritime services to openly exchange ideas for discussion that will strengthen the safety, the security and the prosperity of east Asia.

The Navy released the inaugural Energy General Military Training (GMT) lesson via Navy eLearning on the Navy Knowledge Online website. Navy Energy Coordination Office developed the lesson and it explains the benefits of energy efficiency for combat capability and mission success. “It’s important that Sailors and Marines know how their energy decisions can impact operations,” said Joe Bryan, deputy assistant secretary of the Navy for energy, “Tools like the Energy GMT, the Energy Warrior app, and the Marine Corps’ Energy Ethos drive

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MC2 Zulema Sotelo Now Hear This ... offering instructional insight to the new mass warning and mass notiﬁcation system being implemented at Naval Hospital Bremerton (NHB) is Terry Lerma, NHB’s emergency preparedness coordinator

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resilience, achievement and strength of character embodied by our youngest patriots and submit a nomination to recognize them today.”

Operation Homefront, a national nonprofit organization, is accepting nominations for the 2016 Military Child of the Year (MCOY) awards. Operation Homefront leads more than 2,500 volunteers with nationwide presence who provide emergency and other financial assistance to the families of service members and wounded warriors. The eighth annual awards will recognize six outstanding young people ages 8 to 18 to represent the Army, Marine Corps, Navy, Air Force, Coast Guard and National Guard for their scholarship, volunteerism, leadership, extracurricular involvement, and other criteria while facing the challenges of military family life, officials said. On average, they added, previous recipients have had at least one parent deploy for 18 months or longer and have relocated at least five times due to a parent’s military assignments. The six awardees will receive $10,000 each and a laptop computer and other donated gifts, and they will be flown with a parent or guardian to Washington for an April 14 gala, during which senior leaders of each branch of service will present the awards. “It’s our honor to celebrate military children through the Military Child of the Year for the eighth consecutive year,” said Operation Homefront President and CEO John I. Pray, Jr. “Whether it’s in schools or honor societies, civic associations and clubs, sports or volunteerism, you never have to look far to find an exemplary military child who thrives in the face of challenges inherent to military life. As we open up the nomination window, please join us in celebrating the

Talent, Intellect, Community Involvement The 2015 recipients reflect the high caliber of talent, intellect and community involvement that the Military Child of the Year typifies, officials said. For instance, they noted, having already lobbied Congress for passage of the Girls Count Act of 2014, Air Force 2015 Military Child of the Year Sarah Hesterman founded, while in Qatar, an organization called Girl Up Qatar, a club that works to promote the rights of women and girls in the Middle East and around the world by providing access to education and resources for adolescent girls in situations of conflict. The BBC even named this current high school senior one of its 100 Women in 2014. “The best thing about being selected as Military Child of the Year for the Air Force was feeling like I had made a contribution to [the Air Force],” said Hesterman. “I had always felt as though the service gave me everything that I could ask for, but that I wasn’t giving back. Knowing that I may have been able to serve and do something for the Air Force, even as just a teenager, was a wonderful feeling. “The pride that I felt going on stage and accepting the award, is still the same pride I feel today,” Hesterman continued. “Winning MCOY made me realize how important it is to show military kids that you can create a life for yourself outside of just being the child of someone who serves or has served. Whether it’s to be a voice for other military kids or to speak up for those who need representation in other countries, I now get to show other kids how to speak up and be heard.”

Hesterman, who has moved back to Andrews Air Force Base in Maryland, said she had a busy and memorable summer, “I spent most of my summer doing work for Girl Up, and the pinnacle of my summer was attending the Girl Up Leadership Summit in Washington, D.C.,” she said. “I was fortunate enough to meet Michelle Obama and a number of other leaders who are champions for girls’ education. I also went to Capitol Hill to speak with representatives and senators about female refugees and the importance of their safety.” Helping Elected Officials Understand As president of the Missouri National Guard Teen Advisory Council, and current high school junior, Zachary Parsons, the 2015 National Guard Military Child of the Year, continues to enlighten elected officials to the inherent challenges of being a military child in general and in being the child of a wounded National Guard Soldier in particular. Parsons is also president of his 4-H club, president of the Johnson County 4-H Council, West Central representative on the 4-H State Council, a 4-H representative on the University of Missouri Extension Council, a Missouri United Way fundraiser, and a member of the National Honor Society. “I was extremely proud to be the first representative of the National Guard for the MCOY award,” Parsons said, who visited the White House this summer as a part of a Washington Focus trip. “I was happy to act as a voice for National Guard kids everywhere. Many [people] do not understand that we go through a totally different set of obstacles that prove to be just as difficult as those of other military kids. I was extremely proud to represent my dad’s branch at a higher level.”

Trophies for participants, parolees By Lisa Smith Molinari Military Spouse Contributor

I grew up in western Pennsylvania – the cradle of quarterbacks, Steeler Country, the home of those folks accused of “clinging to their guns and religion” – where hard work and home style values are honored more than social position and wealth. An appreciation for football, a hard-knocking sport requiring the kind of gritty strength admired in western Pennsylvania, was ingrained in me from my youth. So when our son reached the appropriate age, my husband and I registered him for ﬂag football. Problem was, too many kids had already signed up and the league needed one more coach. My husband, a product of small private schools, had never played football on a team, but he volunteered to give our son the opportunity. Each of the overcrowded teams gave up two of their players, and along with our son, these rejects became “The Sharks” – the real-life version of The Bad News Bears. It was immediately apparent that The Sharks were in serious trouble. In a desperate effort to provide the group of distractible boys a worthwhile team experience, regardless of their obvious lack of athleticism, the parents made up cheers, blared the theme from “Jaws”, waved

purple towels and instilled in the boys the ceaseless will to win. The Sharks never scored a point that season, and lost every game. However, our team became legendary in the league for its undying spirit in the face of impossible odds. Despite ﬁnishing dead last, The Sharks were, in a way, inspirational. At our end of season picnic, my husband called each player up one by one, and told the proud parents what their sons had done to contribute to the team. Then, he handed every single player a trophy. Yep, I said it: The team lost and everybody received a trophy. “What!?” you’re all saying, “You gave everybody a trophy? You’re contributing to the epidemic of unmotivated individuals who feel entitled to praise!” I hear you, and on many levels I agree that participant trophy policies send the wrong message to kids. I do believe that rewards must be earned. But, despite coming in last place, The Sharks displayed certain desirable qualities that are rarely recognized in today’s athletic culture: good sportsmanship and moral fortitude. Consider the NFL. Where I grew up, kids looked up to players like Bradshaw, Harris, Blount and Ham. As underdogs, these unlikely superheroes rose above the pollutionchoked conﬁnes of 1970s Pittsburgh to epitomize the right mixture of

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raw talent, determination, and team responsibility. As longstanding team owners, the Rooney family seemed to understand what the growing fan base valued in players and coaches. They never went for ﬂashy cheerleaders or hotshot superstars, opting instead for a team that appealed to its bluecollar no-nonsense bread and butter. But nowadays, the NFL is wracked with scandal involving criminal and moral misconduct. There are so many arrests among NFL players, newspapers such as the San Diego Union Tribune and USA Today maintain extensive online NFL arrest databases. (See, www.usatoday.com/sports/nfl/arrests/ and www.sandiegouniontribune.com/nﬂ/arrests-database). Even my beloved Steelers have been swept up in the tide of scandal. Most recently, Michael Vick, who was sentenced in 2007 to 23

months in federal prison for running a brutal dog-ﬁghting ring, was hired as Steelers’ back up quarterback, amidst widespread fan protests. Ironically, Steelers Linebacker James Harrison posted on Instagram in August about taking away his sons’ participation trophies because he was “not about to raise two boys to be men by making them believe that they are entitled to something just because they tried their best.” But Harrison continues to play and receive his million-dollar salary despite a history of domestic abuse, anger management counseling, and repeated violations of the rule against helmet-to-helmet hits. Scores of NFL players and coaches have been involved in criminal or cheating activities, yet they continue to be rewarded with sponsorships, over-the-top salaries, and unfettered playtime. In its insistence on recognizing only athletic skill, modern society overlooks the virtues that make athletes truly great. The Sharks could teach the NFL a thing or two about sportsmanship and character, but the league is too busy compromising its values for the almighty dollar. As Vince Lombardi famously said, “The price of success is hard work, dedication to the job at hand, and the determination that whether we win or lose, we have applied the best of ourselves to the task at hand.” Currently stationed in Newport, R.I., Lisa is a 20-year Navy spouse and mother of three teenagers, whose award-winning columns appear in military and civilian newspapers nationwide, and on her blog, themeatandpotatoesoﬂife.com. Follow Lisa @MolinariWrites.

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CNO, MCPON swing by FLEACT Yokosuka By MC2 Peter Burghart Fleet Activities Yokosuka Public Affairs

YOKOSUKA, JAPAN

Chief of Naval Operations (CNO) Adm. John Richardson and Master Chief Petty Officer of the Navy (MCPON) Mike Stevens visited with Sailors from Fleet Activities Yokosuka (CFAY) Oct. 15, as part of a round-the-world tour. The occasion marked Richardson’s first visit to Yokosuka since becoming CNO on Sept. 18. During his visit, Richardson met with the commanding officer of CFAY; the commander of Navy Region Japan; and numerous Japan Self-Defense Force officials. He also held all-hands calls aboard the aircraft carrier USS Ronald Reagan (CVN 76) and at CFAY’s Fleet Theatre, followed by having lunch with Sailors at the base galley. “As your new Chief of Naval Operations, I will always have your interests in mind,” said Richardson. “I cannot describe how much respect I’ve got for the fact that you [Sailors] have chosen to become part of our Navy.” During the all-hands call, Richardson and Stevens discussed the importance of the forward-deployed naval forces, the use of new technology to assist Sailors, the current unrest in the South China Sea, the complicated operations in Syria, and ended by answering questions from the Yokosuka Sailors and

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SECNAV HOSTS ENERGY INNOVATION ROUNDTABLE By MC2 Tyrell K. Morris Defense Media Activity

WASHINGTON

The Navy has always been on the forefront of energy changes.” -Secretary of the Navy Ray Mabus

Secretary of the Navy (SECNAV) Ray Mabus hosted an energy innovation roundtable at the National Defense University’s Eisenhower School in Washington, D.C., Oct. 14. The discussion focused on innovation in energy culture and technology. Attendees discussed the progress of energy and what the future holds for energy technologies. SECNAV unveiled his ﬁve energy initiatives in 2009 and has worked to ensure the Navy reduces its dependence on fossil fuel and focuses on renewable energy sources. “The Navy has always been on the forefront of energy changes,” said Mabus. “We’re doing it for one reason and that’s to be a better ﬁghting force.”

Energy is the third largest industry in the U.S. The discussion was an opportunity to reinforce how critical energy is to accomplishing our mission. By 2020, the Navy wants 50 percent of its total energy consumption to come from alternative sources. In May 2014, SECNAV started the Renewable Energy Program Ofﬁce to identify cost-effective renewable energy projects for Department of the Navy (DON) installations. The DON is pursuing renewable energy generation to improve our energy security, operational capability, strategic ﬂexibility and resource availability. Installing LED lights on installations and ships, using solar panels, windmills and hydrogen power sources are just a few of the steps the Navy has taken to cut spending and conserve energy. Energy conservation and se-

curity is a signiﬁcant step toward meeting the Navy’s renewable energy goals. Every dollar saved on energy is a dollar that can be used toward operations and training to ensure our Sailors and equipment remain mission ready. NRG Energy, Inc. CEO David Crane praised SECNAV for his energy push and believes the Navy has the ability to lead the nation in energy innovation. “The Navy is in such a great position to lead the nation by pioneering technologies for energy that can eventually ﬁnd its way to the private sector,” said Crane. The Navy will continue to develop and participate in energy, environmental and climate change initiatives that will increase use of alternative energy and help conserve the world’s resources for future generations.

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its tenant commands. The pair also answered question submitted through email and social media during the all-hands call. “The future for Sailors in the Pacific is extremely bright,” said Richardson. “It’s the focus of our rebalance. Fifty percent of the economic power in the world is here in the Pacific.” After the all-hands call, both Richardson and Stevens took time to speak with Sailors before heading to the base galley for lunch. The importance of having the CNO and MCPON visit wasn’t lost on the CFAY Sailors, or its tenant commands, as the theater was standing room only. “It’s wonderful that they are getting the opinions of the people in the fleet from the deck plates” said Master-at-Arms 3rd Class Ellis Miller, from Jacksonville, North Carolina. After their stop in Japan, the CNO and MCPON will visit Sailors around the world with stops in South Korea, and Bahrain. Before the CNO left, he shared some final thoughts about what he feels separates Sailors from the other services. “I’ve had a chance to work at a lot of joint commands that are made up of personnel from different forces. Every time I talk to a commander who has Sailors, they are like gems at that command, because they get things done,” said Richardson. “It’s been a privilege to be here in Yokosuka with all of you.” Chief of Naval Operations Adm. John Richardson address Sailors during an all-hands call.

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NMCB 3 SUCCESSFULLY COMPLETES MOUNT-OUT (MOX) EXERCISE By MC1 Michael Gomez Naval Mobile Construction Battalion 3 Public Affairs

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Naval Mobile Construction Battalion (NMCB) 3, conducted a 48-hour mount-out exercise (MOX) at Camp Shields, Okinawa, Japan, Oct. 6-8. The MOX simulates the battalion’s ability to deploy an 89-person air detachment (AIRDET) within 48 hours to support any mission required by a supported commander. The mission could range from major combat operations to humanitarian and disaster relief. The mountout requires moving heavy construction equipment and large quantities of support materials. The embark team conducted a series of evolution, from weighting and balancing, shoring, palletizing materials, collecting data for each piece of equipment, and prioritizing the order of

shipment in a staging area. According to Engineering Aide 2nd Class Heather N. Salzam, it starts from the lowest person to all the way up. If the math isn’t correct on their data sheet, it ends with the load planner not being able to place an item on a plane. “It couldn’t be done if we weren’t on the same page,” said Salzam. “Communication was the key element in executing the task.” The evolution requires coordination and teamwork to build pallets, weigh and measure each piece of equipment to locate its center of balance. Load planners input the information into a computer program called Transportation Coordinators’ Automated Information for Movements System (TCAIMS) to determine where everything will be placed in the military aircraft. If the load is not properly planned, it could unbalance the airplane and endanger the ﬂight.

“Our personnel (embark team) did an outstanding job with the 48 mountout exercise,” said Equipment Operator 1st Class Francis Villareal. “We had a motivated group of Seabees who executed and performed their tasking with accuracy at every phase of the MOX. Each team from the weighing and marking to the pallet building and load planners worked in unison that led to an efficient process. The deckplate leadership from the first classes to the chiefs was present throughout the process, but it was the troops that made it all happen.” At the final stage of the exercise, personnel from Naval Construction Group (NCG) 1, conducted a joint inspection to determine the accuracy of the information for the items that will be placed on the aircraft. “It was definitely a successful evolution,” said Engineering Aide 1st Class Adrian Floy, NCG 1 embark evaluator.

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Above: Seabees assigned to Naval Mobile Construction Battalion (NMCB) 3, prepare to weigh a pallet of meal, ready-to-eat (MRE) during a mount-out exercise at Camp Shields. The mount-out exercise tests the ability of a battalion to deploy Seabees, materials and equipment within a 48-hour period. NMCB-3 is currently deployed to Japan and several countries in the Paciﬁc area of operations conducting construction operations and humanitarian assistance projects. Photo by MC1 Michael Gomez.

FLAGSHIPNEWS.COM | OCT 22, 2015 | THE FLAGSHIP | B5 U.S. service members assigned to the Royal air force Molesworth Joint Honor Guard present the colors during the Combined Joint Service Ball at Kingâ€™s College inCambridge, United Kingdom, Sept. 11.

U.S., Indian, Japan navies to participate in Malabar 2015 Commander Task Force 70 Public Affairs

warfare exercises, communications exercises, search and rescue exercises, helicopter cross-deck evolutions, underway replenishments, gunnery exercises, VBSS exercises, and anti-submarine warfare. Participants from the U.S. Navy include the aircraft carrier USS Theodore Roosevelt (CVN 71) with embarked Carrier Air Wing 1, the guided-missile cruiser USS Normandy (CG 60), the littoral combat ship USS Fort Worth (LCS 3), a P-8A Poseidon aircraft, and a Los Angeles-Class fast-attack submarine. The Indian, Japan and U.S. navies have a common understanding and knowledge of a shared working environment at sea. Each iteration of this exercise helps to advance the level of understanding between our Sailors and we hope to be able to continue this process over time. As members of PaciďŹ c nations, our navies are natural partners, and we look forward to continuing to strengthen our bonds and personal relationships. For a list of participating Indian forces, please refer to the Indian navy headquarters. For a list of participating Japan forces, please refer to the Japan Maritime Staff OfďŹ ce. For information regarding U.S. Navy participation, contact Lt. Cmdr. Paul Macapagal at CTF 70 Public Affairs, Comm: (808) 653-2093, or by e-mail: paul.macapagal@ctf70.navy.mil. For more news from Commander Task Force 70, visit www.navy.mil/local/ctf70/.

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Naval ships, aircraft and personnel from India, Japan and the U.S. will participate in exercise Malabar 2015, Oct. 14-19. Malabar 2015 is a complex, high-end warďŹ ghting exercise that has grown in scope and complexity over the years and is the latest in a continuing series conducted to advance multi-national maritime relationships and mutual security issues. The exercise will feature both ashore and at-sea training. While ashore in Chennai, training will include subject matter expert and professional exchanges on carrier strike group operations; maritime patrol and reconnaissance operations; surface and anti-submarine warfare; medical operations; damage control; explosive ordnance disposal; helicopter operations; and visit, board, search, and seizure (VBSS) operations. The at-sea portions will be conducted off the east coast of India and are designed to advance participating nations' military-to-military coordination and capacity to plan and execute tactical operations in a multinational environment. Events planned during the at-sea portions include liaison ofďŹ cer professional exchanges and embarks, photo exercise, submarine familiarization, high-value unit defense, air defense exercises, mine exercise, medical evacuations, surface

MC3 Chris Cavagnaro The guided-missile destroyer USS Stethem (DDG 63), foreground, participates in a photo exercise with the Japan Maritime Self-Defense Force destroyer JS Ashigara (DDG 178), the aircraft carrier USS George Washington (CVN 73), an unidentiďŹ ed naval vessel and the guided-missile cruiser USS Shiloh (CG 67) during Malabar 2014.

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Molesworth honor guard rekindles joint patriotism By Staff Sgt. Ashley Hawkins 501st Combat Support Wing

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Editorâ€™s note: Due to the sensitivity of the joint intelligence mission, the last names of personnel have been removed in this article. A line of seven U.S. service members stand together, clad in their respective servicesâ€™ ceremonial uniforms, carrying the Army, Marine Corps, Navy, Air Force and American ďŹ‚ags, with two riďŹ‚emen on each end. Their movements are paced and calculated. They place the ďŹ‚ags, salute, and while the national anthem is played, the ceremony begins. The service members are a part of the newly-reconstructed Royal air force (RAF) Molesworth Joint Honor Guard, a command program comprised of Army, Marine Corps, Navy and Air Force personnel. According to Army Staff Sgt. Zaybreon Jeter, assigned to Joint Intelligence Operations Center, Europe Analytic Center, property book ofďŹ cer and noncommissioned of-

ďŹ cer in charge (NCOIC) of the honor guard, it is the only American joint honor guard in the United Kingdom. The revised program involves two phases: the initial â€“ which consists of learning facing movements, weapons handling, marching, individual drill and command calling, and the selection phase â€“ which allows honor guard leaders to evaluate and choose applicants based on the execution of learned skills. â€œThis is a great improvement from the organizational structure in the last program,â€? said Jeter. â€œWith this new program, we are recruiting more people to form back-up teams and everyone will be trained in every detail.â€? Navy Reserve Seaman Sheridan, U.S. Africa Command analyst, is one of the programâ€™s newest recruits. Sheridan, who joined to honor the heritage of his father and WWII veteran grandfather, said being a part of a joint honor guard has been a remarkable experience. â€œItâ€™s weird,â€? said Sheridan. â€œWhat sticks out to me the most

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are the differences between the services. Itâ€™s interesting and it changes your perspective. I feel like [the honor guard] is breaking down stereotypes and it helps everyone feel a part of something bigger.â€? According to Jeter, the reason for the revised program all boils down to patriotism; the military forces working together to represent the U.S. The team travels throughout England, as well as other countries, to showcase the U.S. ďŹ‚ag and the four military services serving at Molesworth. The various events the group performs include monthly retreat ceremonies, retirements, funerals, remembrance ceremonies at the Madingley American Cemetery in Cambridge, and the NFL games in London, alongside British forces. â€œItâ€™s like being an ambassador for the country,â€? said Jeter. â€œIt is an honor to be the NCOIC for a joint honor guard. Now that I have the opportunity, Iâ€™m taking full advantage. This is probably going to be the highlight of my career.â€?

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Naval Base Kitsap holds domestic violence awareness training By MC3 Seth Coulter Navy Public Affairs Support Element, Det. Northwest

SILVERDALE, WASH.

Sailors gathered at Naval Base Kitsap-Bangor Cinema Plus Theater for domestic violence awareness training, Oct. 14. Domestic Violence Awareness Month is geared to inform the public about the damage caused to individuals, children, and community safety from domestic violence while spearheading domestic violence prevention. â€œMany people have grown up with domestic violence and consider it normal behavior,â€? said

Susan Dewees, Fleet and Family Education coordinator. â€œAbuse does not have to be passed down from generation to generation, the cycle can be broken with a single individual.â€? Domestic violence affects all age groups and social classes. It happens to Sailors, as well as spouses; to men as well as women. â€œWe are like a village, we watch out for each other and that means not ignoring our neighbors when something is wrong,â€? said Naval Base Kitsap Command Master Chief David Lynch. Throughout the month and the rest of the year, personnel are encouraged to educate themselves

By Lt. Cmdr. Michael Kluk Program Manager TBI Clinic

MC3 Seth Coulter Naval Base Kitsap Commanding OfďŹ cer Capt. Thomas Zwolfer, speaks to Sailors during domestic violence awareness training at Naval Base Kitsap-Bangor Cinema Plus Theater.

on what domestic violence is and what everyone can do to stop it. â€œThis sort of training is really useful,â€? said Aviation Boatswainâ€™s Mate (Fuels) 3rd Class Rachel Gravlee, from Naval Base Kitsap. â€œThis is a real issue in our country, but it is also one that can deďŹ nitely be solved.â€?

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An innovative healing arts program at Naval Branch Health Clinic Grotonâ€™s Traumatic Brain Injury Clinic (TBIC) is helping wounded, ill and injured Sailors and Marines along the path to recovery. Developed by Caroline Lampasona, TBIC registered nurse, the healing arts modules are integral components of the clinicâ€™s ďŹ ve-week intensive outpatient program and introduce service members to complementary and alternative treatment modalities such as art, yoga, journaling, mindfulness meditation, and guided imagery. â€œWhile the majority of the patientâ€™s day is spent working with rehabilitation therapists and behavioral health clinicians, Lampasona thought it would be beneďŹ cial to the service members to integrate a wider variety of treatment techniques into the patientâ€™s day,â€? noted Lt. Cmdr. Michael Kluk, TBIC program manager. â€œInitially, we began by offering a breathing and relaxation class twice each week. Then, after much study and obtaining the appropriate teacher certiďŹ cation, we added a weekly yoga class,â€? remarked Lampasona. As time went on, journaling and art classes were added to the mix. The journaling class meets once during the ďŹ ve-week program and allows patients to explore the calming effects of creative writing. First, photographs of doorways are displayed on a table in front of the patients. These serve as writing prompts. Patients are free to use these as starting points for their written compositions or they can disregard them completely. At the beginning of the journaling session, Lampasona reminds participants that their writings will neither be read nor collected, allowing them to express themselves freely. â€œThey can choose to take their writing with them or I offer to shred it. The choice is theirs,â€? stated Lampasona. Art sessions are conducted two times during the ďŹ ve-week treatment program. One class is devoted to coloring mandalas and the other to designing and creating masks. Mandala, which means â€˜circleâ€™ in Sanskrit, is a geometric pattern that symbolizes the universe. While some believe that creating and coloring mandalas helps stabilize, integrate, and reorder inner life, their primary purpose in the TBIC is to introduce patients to a safe, low-cost activity they might ďŹ nd relaxing. â€œSitting quietly for an hour or so and coloring these highly intricate designs really helps to take our patientsâ€™ minds off of all the stressors in their lives,â€? observed Kluk. During the mask-making class, patients are provided with a blank papier-mache mask, which serves as a canvas for their creative expression. A variety of watercolors, markers, pastels, and brushes are placed around the table. Patients are free to select the items of their choosing in order to create a unique piece of art. â€œIn every class at least one patient discovers he has a hidden talent,â€? commented Kluk.

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U.S. Navy graphic A screen grab of the Energy General Military Training lesson on the Navy Knowledge Online training website.

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| GMT presents examples of technological

enhancements, procedures that can conserve fuel Continued from B1 the point home to our personnel that smart, efficient energy use can increase combat capability, enhance operational flexibility and help keep our people safe. Energy Action Month is the perfect time to launch the Energy GMT.” The GMT presents examples of technological enhancements and procedures that can conserve fuel for when it’s most needed to complete the mission. In addition, the GMT encourages students to submit their own energy ideas, which can be done through various channels, including the Navy Energy website greenfleet.dodlive.mil/ energy/energywarrior/idea/. Rear Adm. Doug Morton, director of chief of naval operations Energy and Environmental Readiness Division (OPNAV N45), emphasizes the

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importance of receiving input from across Navy. “I encourage Sailors to share their ideas for conserving our limited energy resources,” Morton said. “Gaining an advantage over our adversaries by being good stewards of energy is contingent upon our collective brainpower. “When I view the videos of our Sailors on Energy Warrior, I am encouraged by their interest in energy conservation and efﬁciency and how that translates to mission readiness,” Morton continued. “It’s vital to spark a dialogue with your shipmates, command leadership and the Navy to help us adopt new and innovative practices to get more combat capability out of our existing ﬂeet.” “Training and education can help generate a broad commitment to an

energy efficient culture when integrated with strategy and goals, technology, rewards and incentives,” Dr. Dan Nussbaum said, chair of the Energy Academic Group at the Navy Postgraduate School (NPS). “We see evidence of the shift in energy culture in our young officers at [NPS] who recognize the importance of energy efficiency as a combat enabler.” “The Energy GMT provides a great overview of basic energy conservation measures,” Mr. Bill Marvel said, Naval Training and Education Command GMT program manager. “It also reinforces the role all hands can take in supporting Navy’s energy initiatives by becoming an ‘Energy Warrior!’” DOD personnel can access other Navy Energy resources on the CACenabled milSuite site: https://www.milsuite.mil/book/groups/navy-energy.

| ‘Everyone in the squadron jumped into action’

Continued from B1 some quick planning by the detachment. USS Shoup (DDG 86) was ordered to make best speed to close the distance with Lawrence. The helicopter launched at a distance that would not allow them to reach San Diego and they utilized the Shoup as a lily pad for fuel and then continued the transport of the Sailor to Naval Medical Center San Diego. “Everyone in the squadron jumped into action,” said Lt. Cmdr. Travis Wandell, HSM71’s aircraft commander. “Everything was able to move smoothly and efﬁciently for the air crew and pilots thanks to the quick, professional

work from the maintenance and ground teams.” As the standing search and rescue watch team for the night, HSM-71 later responded again at approximately 11 p.m. PDT for another Lawrence Sailor with heart attacklike symptoms. The crew also ﬂew the Sailor to Naval Medical Center San Diego. “We were able to successfully complete a very difﬁcult mission thanks to our excellent maintenance team and the dedication from each of our Sailors,” said Wandell. “Our Sailors really take training seriously and it showed during this evolution. They really did an awesome job.” The roughly 300 Sailors

Everything was able to move smoothly and efﬁciently for the air crew and pilots thanks to the quick, professional work from the maintenance and ground teams.” -HSM-71’s aircraft commander Lt. Cmdr. Travis Wandell

assigned to HSM-71 currently support Carrier Strike Group 3. The MH-60R Seahawk is the most capable and mature anti-submarine and anti-surface warfare multi-mission helicopter available in the world today. Together with its sibling, the MH-60S Sierra,

Female mentorship takes center stage in San Diego Expeditionary Strike Group 3 Public Affairs SAN DIEGO

Twenty-six female naval ofﬁcers on the San Diego waterfront gathered at the Independence Conference Room at Littoral Combat Ship Squadron (LCSRON) 1 for a mentorship session, Oct. 15. The guest speakers for the event were Rear Adm. Daniel Fillion, commander of Expeditionary Strike Group 3, and his wife, retired Cmdr. Bronwyn Fillion. Topics of discussion included career opportunities, retention, detailing, career decision points, and worklife balance. Ms. Fillion emphasized how possible it is to have a successful career and a strong marriage. As a 20-year Navy

MC3 Nick Cerilli Retired Cmdr. Bronwyn Fillion (top photo) and Rear Adm. Daniel Fillion (bottom photo) speak to female ofﬁcers during a women’s mentorship session at the Littoral Combat Squadron (LCSRON) 1 Independence Conference Room at Naval Base San Diego.

nurse, she traveled the world, supported a variety of missions, and made a difference that she is proud of. “I witnessed a lot of my female classmates getting out of the Navy in order to have a family,” she said. “I wanted to have a marriage, family and stay in the Navy though. Luckily, I had a great support team and a husband who understood my aspirations. I want to encourage all of you in this room to consider the possibilities of having a naval career before leaving such a fulﬁlling opportunity. With the right bal-

the Seahawk variants have ﬂown more than 650,000 hours across a more than 500 aircraft ﬂeet. As the next generation submarine hunter and antisurface warfare helicopter, the MH-60R Seahawk is the cornerstone of the Navy’s Helicopter Concept of Operations.

ance, you can make it happen.” Rear Adm. Fillion discussed how his career would not be what it is without the constant encouragement from his wife and family. “It means a lot to me to be married to someone who understands the Navy and understands the challenges of the job,” he said. “My spouse is not only someone I can confide in, but someone who worked closely with me through the tough times. We found balance in our lives when we were both active-duty in order to complement each other. I know that several young service members are doing the same thing today and all I can tell dual military couples is to stick with it!” Cmdr. Julie Grunwell, commanding officer of Assault Craft Unit (ACU) 1, organized the event. “It is incredibly important that we give female officers an opportunity to address questions and concerns in a comfortable setting where they feel that they can ask the tough questions,” Grunwell said. “Rear Adm. Fillion and his wife gave a tremendous and downto-earth perspective on how to make a dual-military marriage succeed. Their personal stories and humor truly resonated well with the audience.” Quartetly, the mentorship sessions occur at Naval Base San Diego and provide female Sailors a chance to discuss a variety of topics in the fleet among female peers.

up to seven communication devices – work email, home email, work phone, home phone, cell phone, alpha pager, work blackberry – per person. “This will instantaneously and significantly reduce the man-hours required to notify as well as account for all personnel in the case of any emergency. We are in the process of notifying all NHB staff to verify and update their contact information and contact method preferences,” Lerma said. NHB held initial training for staff designated as “administrator” for directorates, large departments, branch health clinics, and also as “end users” for specific groups like the Security Department, command duty officer (CDO) and watch sections. The administrators were taught how to maintain the overall list of NHB staff, set up, edit and revise “groups” and ensure contact information was correct for the rest of the staff. The end users were instructed how to send out notifications and code alerts for such emergencies as cardiac/respiratory arrest, and armed intruder/active shooter. “The training was very beneficial. I think it is going to be a great system if we can all be flexible with putting it in to action when needed. I am going to be the CDO watch bill coordinator and we needed a representative from PSNS, so I was two birds with one stone,” Occupational Audiology Department Head Lt. Laura Gaxiola said, adding that one of her main takeaways from the training was the compiling of the recall list, especially from the PSNS perspective that will help mass communicate to the entire clinic for such potential issues like dealing with winter weather and associated road conditions and traffic delays. “I am already making recall lists to be used at PSNS. I anticipate its use during any inclement weather issues,” Gaxiola said. The Live Process system is specifically designed for necessary and important notifications and not meant to let all staff know of a pizza sale or the need to get general military training done. “Aside from our telephone phone tree recall roster, we do not have an efficient or expedient system such as Live Process. Live Process will allow NHB to send out warnings and notifications without relying upon an external source for sustainment or delivery,” Lerma said, citing that staff will be tasked with designating at least one method by which they can be notified, just like the current staff recall roster which has the various contact methods for each member. Some of the Live Process warning and notification examples are: Code Blue (cardiac or respiratory arrest): There is a Code Blue on the XX Floor, Room XX. Activate the Code Blue team. Storm Warning: Heavy snow, ice and high winds are predicted tonight. All staff make emergency preparations for home and family. Additional staff notifications to follow on NHB operations tomorrow. Lerma attests that any device capable of receiving an short message service, text, or email notifications; such as pagers, smart phones, flip phones, Blackberry’s and desktop personal computers; are all capable of receiving from Live Process. “The administrators and group users can build a reply into the system with up to five different responses that allow members options on replies to the messages. The Live Process system can generate an event log and show in real time how many staff received the notifications, any notifications or warnings that failed to connect, and how many staff replied or did not respond. The event log data will help to streamline the notification process or correct an error in phone number or email address, or allow the update of information such as new cell phones numbers, or updated email addresses,” Lerma explained.

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Event featured 16 guest speakers

Continued from B1 The symposium, hosted by Adm. Jung Ho-Sub, the Republic of Korea (ROK) chief of naval operations, featured 16 guest speakers from across the international community including the key-note speaker Vice Adm. Joseph Aucoin, commander of U.S. 7th Fleet. In his keynote remarks, Aucoin highlighted the importance of maritime security and emphasized the major role the ROK has made in contributing to the stability of the region. “They [ROK] have been on the forefront of deterring North Korea and keeping the maritime and air domains accessible,” said Aucoin. “They have taken the brunt of DPRK [Democratic Republic of Korea] provocation, losing precious lives, but have remained steadfast and restrained in their duty and commitment to peace.” ISS provides a forum for the region’s maritime leaders to discuss common maritime challenges and to promote international maritime security cooperation. The discussions offer opportunities for future regional and international collaboration in seeking solutions to global maritime challenges such as humanitarian aid and disaster relief (HADR). “Natural and man-made disasters are all too common in the region,” said Aucoin, “But nature alone does not create turmoil. Therefore, it is our duty as security professionals to seek ways to prevent or mitigate such disasters. Together, we should actively and collectively seek ways to mitigate disasters by coordinating to appropriately and swiftly respond when called upon.” Rear Adm. Bill Byrne, the commander of Naval Forces Korea, highlighted Aucoin’s sentiment for a coordinated HADR response when he commented that international militaries are increasingly called on to provide disaster relief. “The United States Navy and our Marine Corps partners are uniquely positioned, through our forward-based global presence to provide tailored force packages to rapidly respond with high-demand capabilities,” said Byrne. “Since 2004, the U.S. military deployed to disaster zones over 40 times, the vast majority of which were in the Indo-Asia-Paciﬁc Region.”

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Military: Free adoption at Norfolk SPCA On Nov. 11, from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m., adoptions for Norfolk SPCA animals will be free for active-duty and retired military. All pets come spayed or neutered, vaccinated, microchipped and behavior-assessed. Adoptable pets can be viewed online at NorfolkSPCA.org, cell phone app, and Facebook page. If your pet is adopted from the Norfolk SPCA, you will receive discounts for that pet off the already low prices at the affordable care public veterinary clinic: 10 percent off all walk-in vaccine clinic services and 10 percent off dental cleanings. This deal is for the life of the pet adopted from the Norfolk SPCA.

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No Tricks! These Halloween recipes are a real treat

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By Janet Tharpe Justapinch.com

Who says Halloween is just for kids! My neighborhood has decided to throw an adults Halloween party and Iâ€™m so excited. Itâ€™s been years since Iâ€™ve dressed up in a costume. Everyoneâ€™s been assigned a responsibility and mine is the food â€“ surprising, I know! I know a few Halloween recipes my neighbors will enjoy as much as we did in the Test Kitchen did. Snack mixes are great for a party. You can graze on it while catching up with friends guests you havenâ€™t seen in a while. Elizabeth Lancaster and Kelly Whitman have recipes I love. Elizabethâ€™s Halloween Crunch recipe deďŹ nitely serves a big crowd. â€œWhen I was a child, my mother would make this treat to send to school for Halloween,â€? Lancaster reminisces. â€œIt is now a year-round favorite at my house for when Iâ€™m in the mood for something salty and sweet.â€? Candy corn is the best. I stock up around this time of year, and I love it combined with the popcorn. Then she adds chocolate candies... which in my book makes everything better. This is great for Halloween, but would also be yummy at your next family movie night. Pretzels, mini peanut butter crackers, and dry roasted peanuts are the basis for Kellyâ€™s Trick-or-Treat Trail Mix. â€œI only make [this] once a year in October to keep it special,â€? Whitman shares. Sweet, savory, crunchy... and very addicting! Kelly adds candy corn and chocolate candies to her mix too. The best is when you get a bit of everything in each bite. When I ďŹ rst tried Racquel Sweeneyâ€™s Halloween Pumpkin Soup with Smoked Bacon, I thought it would be slightly sweet. My taste buds were nicely surprised at how savory this soup is! â€œThis oneâ€™s a tasty soup,â€? Sweeney says. â€œJust the thing if youâ€™ve been out trick or treating.â€? This will deďŹ nitely warm you up if itâ€™s a cool Halloween night. It will be great at my party too. The smoked bacon really added a depth of ďŹ‚avor everyone is sure to enjoy The kiddos, and adults, in your life are going to love Stacy Hutchinsonâ€™s Chocolate Spider Treats. â€œA fun little treat for Halloween and so easy the kids can do it,â€? Hutchinson suggests. Store bought cookie tart shells are ďŹ lled with chocolate pudding and topped with chopped sandwich cookies. Yum! Have fun decorating the spiders with licorice and candies. No one will be afraid of this dessert! Crystal Schlueterâ€™s Healthier Than Candy Pumpkin Cookies are so yummy, kiddos wonâ€™t miss the candy. Adults will deďŹ nitely sneak a few of these moist and delicious cookies too. â€œI made these for my friendâ€™s children, as they arenâ€™t allowed to eat candy or anything too unhealthy,â€? Schlueter explains. â€œThe kids loved them and my friend approved!â€? I had extra cream cheese frosting so topped them with that and the ďŹ‚avor combination was fabulous. I may make a double batch of these. Theyâ€™re so good I can see them going fast. Whether youâ€™re going to a party like me, or looking or something new to serve on Halloween, treat the family to one of these fun Halloween-inspired recipes.

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Local fall festival Above: Elvis, a pit bull from Newport News, waits his turn to take the Mutt Strut in a pet costume contest sponsored by the Suffolk Humane Society on Oct. 18, in Suffolk. Elvis dressed as himself, and his favorite activities were listed as lying around and eating. The contest, in which Elvis took ďŹ rst place, was part of the Driver Days Fall Festival. Left: Sophie is dressed as Little Bo Peepâ€™s sheep for a pet costume contest. Her owner, Natasha Sims, is Little Bo Peep. Sophie placed second in the contest.

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Militaria and Military Vehicle Show and Beneﬁt Auction ■ ■ ■

When: Oct. 24, 9 a.m. – 5 p.m. Where: Virginia War Museum, Newport News Cost: Adult: $6; Seniors and active-duty military: $5; Children ages 7-18: $4; Foundation Members and Kids under 6: Free ■ For more info, visit: www.warmuseum.com Vendors will be onsite selling military collectables, antique ﬁrearms, edged weapons, military art and much more. In addition, the Virginia War Museum Foundation will be hosting a militaria auction from 4 p.m. – 7 p.m. Buyer and seller premiums from the auction will beneﬁt the foundation and its ongoing support of the Virginia War Museum, Lee Hall Mansion, and Endview Plantation.

Battle of Hampton ■ ■ ■ ■

When: Oct. 24-25, 10 a.m. – 4 p.m. Where: Downtown Hampton Cost: Free For more information, call: 727-1610

The Hampton History Museum will present the first-ever reenactment of the Battle of Hampton in and around downtown Hampton’s waterfront and parks. The two-day event will bring to life the land and sea battle that started the Revolutionary War in Virginia. According to Hampton History Museum Executive Director Luci Cochran, “This truly will be a unique reenactment experience. It won’t be a fight between two armies in a remote field somewhere. This is a land and sea battle, with Colonists fighting from the shore, and the British firing cannons onto the shore from ships in the harbor, and close combat in the city’s streets.”

Drive-In Movie in the Park ■ ■

When: Oct. 24, 5 p.m. Where: Bennett’s Creek Park, Suffolk ■ Cost: Free ■ For more information, call: 514-7267 Bring the family out to the park for a throwback to the movie going experience of the past with Suffolk Parks and Recreation. Stay comfy in your car, or bring your lawn chairs and blankets and get the best seat in the park to watch the Halloween classic, Hocus-Pocus! A full concession area will be available with food and treats – no outside food or drink allowed. Pets are welcome and must be on a leash while outside your vehicle. The movie will start at 6:30 p.m., but come early to grab your parking spot and enjoy the playground area, where the Parks and Recreation department will host fun activities for the little ones with bounce houses, face painting and more, starting at 5 p.m.

Taco Cat Fundraising Event ■ ■ ■ ■

When: Oct. 24, 11 a.m. Where: St. George Brewing Company, Hampton Cost: Free For more information, visit: www.facebook.com/ events/937536036287949/ This is a kid friendly and pet friendly event. Stop by and enjoy the kid play area, face painting, more than 60 craft vendors, rafﬂe prizes, silent auction bake sale, bands, adult beverage tasting and tour food trucks Stuft – Not Your Average Street Food and Karnage Asada. Poquoson Animal Welfare Santuary (P.A.W.S.) is dedicated to the rescue and placement of abandoned, abused, and neglected animals – cats at this time. All proceeds to beneﬁt P.A.W.S.

Veterans Comedy Bootcamp ■ ■

When: Oct. 24, 12 p.m. Where: The College of William & Mary, Mason School of Business ■ Cost: Free ■ For the application form, visit: //bit.ly/1OEOR2K Have you ever considered trying stand-up comedy or comedy writing? The Armed Services Arts Partnership and William & Mary are teaming up to offer a free, eight-week stand-up comedy class exclusively for service members and veterans. Students will have the opportunity to learn from Tim Loulies, the lead comedy instructor for the Virginia Beach Funny Bone; participate in the only comedy class in the U.S. speciﬁcally for service members and veterans; deliver public performances upon completion of the course; and join the Comedy Bootcamp alumni group.

VBSPCA 5K and Walk for the Animals ■ ■

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Music from a band on stage drifted through Stockley Gardens on Oct. 18, as people strolled through the Arts Festival stopping to chat with one another or point out a particular piece. But the real buzz at many booths was the struggle artists have faced after the explosion at Selden Arcade earlier this year. “Are you talking about what happened at Selden?” one woman asked as she approached to purchase a piece. “I’m praying for you guys,” said another as he passed. Dozens of artists were displaced from their studios when the building, home to the nonproﬁt d’Art Center, was damaged in an explosion in April. What comes next – six months later – is still unclear, the artists say. Some have been working out of the PNC Bank building nearby, although they must leave by the end of the month. Others work out of home studios. But many are somewhere in between, or out of options.

“I’ve done it, but I haven’t enjoyed it,” said Jeffrey Diener of the d’Art Center, on keeping up his work without a permanent space. “It kills the flow of the whole thing.” Diener sat next to his double booth full of framed photography. He’s a Norfolk police officer who works on photography part time. He said, since the explosion, he’s used a space from a friend, where he prints and cuts glass. But he has no place to work on his framing, so he has to lug the glass to his home and work on frames from there. Diener said of preparing for Stockley: “I broke some glass.” Just across the way, artist Kate Negri chimes in about the difficulties. She’s been working on her wool art at home and out of the PNC building. “At the studio, the wools are all laid out and I can see the whole palette ... At home I have them in little bags and I have to fish them out and everything,” Negri said. “It’s definitely been a hindrance.” The d’Art Center wants the community to know about the continuing problem. At a booth, the center was asking for people to buy individual memberships for support, raf-

fling off a painting that was damaged in the explosion but later restored. Raven Herrera worked right next door, carving a Buddha head out of clay. Passers-by turned to watch the artist at work. “Neither of these will get fired,” Herrera said of the sculptures. “There’s no place for them to go ... I’ll probably recycle them. It’s really kind of sad.” Preparing for Stockley and other art shows this year has been a challenge. “I’ve been distracted,” painter Vonnie Whitworth said. “I’m always preparing for the next show ... The fact that I’ve been out of my studio has made it much more difficult this year.” Not having a place for people to see and buy the art hurts everyone financially, in addition to materials and products that were destroyed. But the artists also miss the opportunity for walk-in visitors and interested parties. Negri said, as she looked at the festival passers-by: “I miss the interaction with people.” This article was originally published on HamptonRoads. com.

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Trick-or-treating may be the standard Halloween tradition for most American families, but the holiday has branched out extensively over the last decade. Today, Americans spend over one billion dollars visiting Halloweenthemed attractions. Where are they going, and what are the best activities for your family? The experts at www. hauntworld.com are offering some spooky answers in this ultimate fall to-do list. Farm Fun: Many farms offer tons of fall activities ideal for families with young children, including picking the perfect carving pumpkin, ﬁnding your way out of a corn maze and drinking homemade apple cider. Other fun activities include pony rides, hay mazes, non-spooky hayrides, petting zoos and even shooting pumpkin cannons. Ghost Tours: Ghost hunting television shows have really increased the popularity in ﬁnding haunts and eerie tours. Learn more about your local area’s spooky history by taking family or out of town guests to haunted mansions, cemeteries, prisons and more.

Zombie Runs: What could be scarier than a 5K run? One with zombies of course! Zombie runs are a good time for the whole family, providing a fun reason to get kids and teens moving, using obstacle courses, contests, prizes and more as incentives. Haunted Hayrides: Hayrides can be as sophisticated as a Hollywood movie, complete with fog machines and lights. Some have even adopted new twists. For example, on a zombie paintball hayride, guests go on a high adrenaline adventure, hunting and shooting zombies with paintballs. Haunted hayrides make guests and especially smaller kids feel safe as they ride in groups. Home Haunts: Americans are now decorating their yards and homes into spooky graveyards with high tech lights, animations and more. Some homeowners take it further by also decorating their home’s interiors and creating mazes in the garage or backyard. Finding a spooky home haunt or neighborhood near you can be a great Halloween activity to do if you’re on a budget. For tips and tricks on haunting your own house, visit www.hauntedhousesupplies.com. Escape Rooms: Escape rooms

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My dearest readers, About a year and a half ago, I shared with you my amazing story of how I sold part of my personally-filmed footage in the Hampton Roads area from the hay days of professional wrestling during the 1970s and 1980s to World Wrestling Entertainment (WWE). My Regular 8 and Super 8 color sound footage that I filmed by the ring apron included a who’s who of now wrestling legends. Some of those names are: Ric Flair, Ricky Steamboat, Roddy Piper, Harley Race, Ole Anderson, The Iron Sheik, Jake the Snake, Blackjack Mulligan, Wahoo McDaniel, Sergeant Slaughter, Ivan Koloff, Masked Superstar – just to mention a few. Many of you had reached out to me wondering when the footage would be shown. Wonder no more. It is with great pleasure that I announce, the award winning WWE Network has just started airing some of that footage. On WWE Rivalries Season 2, Episode 2, Ric Flair vs. Ricky Steamboat – the early arena footage shown at the beginning of the documentary showcasing the origins of their rivalry was filmed by me at the Hampton Coliseum and the Norfolk Scope. It was a glorious time to be a professional wrestling fan and you can relive it now, and so much more, on the WWE Network. You have access at your fingertips to the huge library that WWE has compiled. Everything is at your disposal. You will not be disappointed. It is a dream come true for wrestling fans all over the world. I fell in love at an early age with the crazy world of professional wrestling. I could not wait for every Saturday to arrive, so I could watch MidAtlantic Championship Wrestling on WAVY-10, the local NBC affiliate. When I realized I could go and see them every two weeks live at the Hampton Coliseum or the Norfolk arena, and eventually the Norfolk Scope, I had found my passion. At the Hampton Coliseum, I met and befriended Joe Murnick, the promoter of the Virginia and North Carolina portion of Jim Crockett Promo-

tions Inc. (JCP) Mid-Atlantic Wrestling, who ran the territory, along with his wife Shirley and their two sons Elliott and Carl, allowed me to film the matches. JCP Mid-Atlantic Wrestling brought the best wrestlers to the area. The fans always packed the Hampton Coliseum and Norfolk Scope along with many arenas. On more than several occasions, I remember vividly people being turned away because the building had sold out. It happened to me twice. It was a different era back then. The fans bought the same seat and every two weeks you could count on them all being there. Friendships were forged among fans and fans with the wrestlers. Some of my filmed footage, highlights of the hundreds of matches held over the years, was used in 2013 in the Highspots, a JCP produced documentary – The Good Old Days. Directed by Michael Elliott, it was chosen as the best professional wrestling DVD of 2013. Next, I began negotiations with WWE. Once WWE Chief Operating Officer Paul Michael Levesque, better known as Triple H, green lighted the project, we were able to agree on a price. True to their word, WWE digitized my footage, and began looking for an appropriate way to use it. I could not ask for a better choice. Ric Flair and Ricky Steamboat always brought out the best in each other. I have been asked often, what was my favorite match that I witnessed and filmed. The answer, Ric Flair vs. Ricky Steamboat, a 90 minute match at the Norfolk Scope. After wrestling 60 minutes two weeks before, and then 90 minutes two weeks after to a sold out audience, I knew I had witnessed a classic match for the ages. Now, thanks to WWE Rivalries Season 2, Episode 2, Ric Flair vs. Ricky Steamboat – for the first time in 35 years – fans all over the world can see a glimpse into what we saw every two weeks. I am including below an exact location on the episode where you can see my footage. My material can be found in the first 12 minutes. At 2 minutes, 22 seconds – Ric Flair is in the

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Fresh from his headline-grabbing 57 second knockout of Francisco Trevino in October, the UFC’s newest and youngest star, lightweight prospect Sage Northcutt, will make a quick turnaround to face fellow Texas native Cody Pfister on Dec. 10 at The Chelsea at The Cosmopolitan of Las Vegas. “My first fight was so much fun, and this is such a huge opportunity,” the 19-year-old Northcutt said of his UFC debut and his reasoning for jumping back into the Octagon again before the close of 2015. “My fight went incredibly ... I have no injuries, I feel strong, I feel great, and I want to have as many fights as I possibly can.” The UFC Fight Pass event is headlined by the bout between strawweight sensation Paige VanZant and Scottish striker Joanne Calderwood. The youngest fighter on the current UFC roster, Northcutt, improved to 6-0 as a professional with his win over Trevino, but he’s no newcomer to combat sports, having trained in traditional martial arts since the age of four. So it should be no surprise that he was calm, cool and collected heading into the Octagon for the first time in Houston. “Since I was nine years old I said I wanted to fight in the UFC, so that’s when I first started picturing it, and I’ve visualized it hundreds of times, if not thousands,” Northcutt said, who is a third degree black belt in Taekwondo, third degree black belt in Kajukenbo and three-stripe purple belt in Jiu-Jitsu. “So when I walked out to the Octagon, I was pretty much soaking it all in. There were no UFC jitters – I was just enjoying it and having fun, and getting to see all the people watching me, it just pumps me up. It was actually very calm out there, surprisingly.” Given Northcutt’s age and the story of his discovery by UFC President Dana White on the new UFC Fight Pass series “Looking for a Fight,” there was plenty of hype surrounding the teenager’s debut, but he lived up to all expectations and capped off his victory with a flip in the Octagon that sent social media into a frenzy. All in a day’s work for “Super” Sage. “If you don’t have fun when you’re out there

and if you’re not calm in the Octagon, how could you perform at your best and put on the best show?” he said. “I want the crowd and everyone that tunes in to watch to have a great time and see the best show possible, and I think being calm allows you to do that.” Having just agreed to the fight late last week, Northcutt hasn’t started scouting Pfister yet, but rest assured that he will be up to speed soon on The Fist, an Amarillo native who now makes his home in Boulder, Colorado. Owner of a 12-4-1 record in a professional career that began in 2010, Pfister dropped his UFC debut via submission to James Moontasri in February, but he bounced back with a hard-fought decision win over Yosdenis Cedeno at UFC 189 in July. Speaking of tests, if you needed any more reasons to follow Northcutt’s story, consider that the fight against Pfister coincides with the end of the semester at Texas A&M University, where he is studying to be a petroleum engineer. Now that’s a juggling act. “The college that I’m at is the number one college in the nation for petroleum engineering, and I’ve actually had to cut back my classes and my workload to be able to train more,” he said. “I’m up here in Canada training at Tristar with Firas Zahabi, Georges St-Pierre, Rory MacDonald and everybody here, so I’ve had to bring my school work and my laptop to manage the studying. So it’s pretty tough, but I’m trying to get as much work done before the fight so I can have all that knocked out so by the time it gets closer to the fight, I can just concentrate on the fight.” Finals and a weight cut at the same time? If anyone can handle it, Northcutt looks to be the type who can, and with the addition of work at Tristar, this 155-pound standout is likely to be even more dangerous than ever come Dec. 10. There may be just one thing that can take him down at the moment. “It [training at Tristar] has been awesome,” Northcutt said. “Me and my dad both think that Mr. Zahabi is a super genius. He’s very technical and everything’s just incredible. The only thing I would say is that the next time I come down, I need to bring a coat, because it’s pretty cold. (Laughs) It actually started snowing.”

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■ golden age of wrestling Yiorgo is a long-time wrestling fan and reporter, whose footage filmed by the ring included a who’s who of now wrestling legends, including Ric Flair (top photo, left) and The Iron Sheik (bottom photo, left). ring with his famous white butterfly robe, which is no longer in existence; at 2 minutes, 43 seconds – Ric Flair vs. Greg Valentine, and Ric Flair vs. Jimmy Snuka; at 3 minutes, 20 seconds – Ricky Steamboat is in the ring against Jimmy Snuka and Harley Race; at 3 minutes, 52 seconds – Ric Flair walks to the ring; at 8 minutes, 54 seconds – Ricky Steamboat has a scared look on his face that I filmed off my TV at my home in Hampton; finally, at 11 minutes, 42 seconds – Ric Flair vs. Ricky Steamboat. So, watch the WWE Network, and enjoy my footage. Although it was the best of times back then, the best is yet to come with what the WWE Network has in store for you. To quote the Nature Boy, Ric Flair himself, “WOOOOOOOOOO! WOOOOOOOOOO! WOOOOOOOOOO!”

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Brandon RETIRED COLLECTOR YARD SALE: Redskins, Nascar, Coca-Cola, Handicap items, Scooters, Furniture, etc. Rain or Shine! - 5732 Luck Ln, VB/ Brandon 10/17 @ 8:30 Oceanfront - Little Theatre of VA Bch Sat, Oct. 24, 8:00 am (no early birds), 550 Barberton. Modern and vintage costumes, fabric, wigs, furniture, props! THOROUGHGOOD Oct 24 8-3; 1313 and 1317 Dunstan Lane; MOVING SALE, furniture, etc

WWW SOUTHSIDECOC NET

WESLEYAN PINES NEIGHBORHOOD YARD SALE Sat. 10/17, 8-1, maps at 1021 Virginia Tech Trail

Flea Markets/Bazaars

Yard Sale! 908 Laurie Ct. 23464 10/16-10/18 8-11am Everything you need for baby, plus cloth diapers, toys for all ages, clothes, some housewares.

FALL BAZAAR/BAKE SALE/YARD SALE/LUNCH Sat. 10/24, 8-2, Homemade Donuts & Icecream, Pies, Green Smoothies, Crafts, Grilled Chicken, Etc! 3261 N Landing Rd. VA Beach, Mennonite Church

Antiques & Collectibles

FLEA MARKET OF NORFOLK!

1967 Naval Officerâ€™s Sword with scabbard & tassels. Blade length 28â€?, good cond. $225. Call 757-623-2024.

Sat & Sun Year Round 3416 N. Military Hwy Local Business for 15 years. 35 Indoor Shops/200 Outside Tables Crafts, antiques, furniture, tools, baseball cards, clothes, tools, jewelry, cd's, dvd's, sporting goods, auto parts & much more. Tables avail at $11. More info call 857-7824 Holiday Bazaar October 17, 8AM to 3PM at Scott Memorial United Methodist Church, 409 First Colonial Rd, Virginia Beach. Private vendors, Grandmas attic with gently used items, Crafts, Christmas items, and Bake Shop. BBQ or Hot Dog lunch available

COIN COLLECTIONS,

AAAA SEASONED FIREWOOD

STAMPS,

Buying All Antiques Furniture, Glassware, Costume Jewelry,

Couch & Loveseat, brown, leather, excel cond.

ANTIQUES & ESTATES 18th, 19th & 20th Century, Furniture, Artwork, China, Crystal & Collectibles. 1 Piece Or Entire Contents. We Come To You With & Courteous & Professional Service. No Obligation Offers. Please Get My Offer Before You Sell! Tag Sales & Estates Settled.

LARRY ZEDD 422-4477

Older Menâ€™s/Womenâ€™s

Wrist Watches

Brand New Layaway Available

MATTRESS SETS

Full- $99, Queen- $129, King- $169 40% Military Discount on all other sets!

Can deliver. 757-706-3667

Good Things To Eat $3 Wholesale Pumpkins, 25 or more. Retail $4.99 for 1, two for $8, three for $10. Locally grown. Powellâ€™s Market, 252-339-9923.

CINDYâ€™S PRODUCE-Apples, Pumpkins, Winter Squash, Apple & Pumpkin Butter, Mums 3 for $12. 10-6 Daily, 2385 Harpers Rd., VB. 427-2346.

Salad, Collards, Sweet Potatoes, Tomatoes. Open Daily 8:30-5. Poor Johnâ€™s Farm, 757-679-9707.

CROMWELLâ€™S PRODUCE

Virginia Beach Antique Co. Appraisal Service With 40 Years Experience.

U-Pick Peanuts, Pumpkins, Sweet Potatoes. 9a-5p, 3116 New Bridge Rd., VB, 721-6226.

Appliances

Free Installation/25% Discount

Handicapped Supplies APPLIANCES - Refrigerator $195; Stove $125; Freezer $150; Washer $150; Dryer $125; Dishwasher $100. All Items Like New. DELIVERY AVAIL 757-447-7347 Kenmore Range, dual/fuel, white, $250. 757-434-2806.

Coin Collection; Nascar Collection $600;

Wheelchairs, Scooters, Lifts for Cars & Vans, Stairlifts/Elevators/Pool Lifts/Ramps.

We Repair Scooters & Wheelchairs, We Are Mobile. Call C Mobiliy 757-650-3999

www.cmobilityonline.com

Lawn & Garden FREE PICK UP of your broken or unwanted lawn equipment. No riding mowers. Call 412-5664.

Musical Merchandise PIANO-BABY GRAND Very good condition. $850. 422-6409.

Antique Oak Rolltop Desk $500. 757-390--0879. bles, toys, many other collectibles, 757-474-4734.

Any Silver Pieces

Twin $99, Full $119, Queen $129, King $189 Financing Available. Can Deliver. 757-490-3902. Non smoker/pets. $1000 OBO. 757-343-0593.

Hunting Clothes, menâ€™s coats, Barbie collecti-

ALL COINS Sterling Flatware

Furniture-Household

757-474-1303

dining chairs $175, 2 pc hutch $125, 60â€? glass table top $150. 757-390-1235.

Ray Higgins

Stacking Available. 757-515-6933. 757-359-6832

2 Pc. All New Mattress Sets-In Plastic

WANTED

Pets-Dogs,Cats,Other

25 Yrs. Exp. Licensed

757-617-4043

3M, 3F, 252-535-4449. 252-673-1405.

Chihuahua Pups-CKC, 3 Males, 1 Female, 1st

Cover Lifters, $179. Call (888) 772 - 7810

shots, cute & healthy, $325. 757-502-4231.

SUMMER BLOWOUT STEEL BUILDINGS

Chocolate & Black lab pups, AKC, shots, microchip $550 Family raised, adorable 757-439-8580 Ready now! Facebook: Walker labs Chesapeake VA

Cock A Poo Pup-Male, 4 mos., shots up-todate, even rabies. Very friendly. $375. 421-7708.

USED TRAILER SALE !!! OVER 100 Avail. For Boats 12'-38' BUDGET BOATS: (757) 543 -7595

TUMW Rummage Sale, Oct. 23 & 24, 9-2 Sidewalk Cafe Thalia United Methodist, 4321 Virginia Beach Blvd.

Garage Sale - Chesapeake HUNNINGDON WOODS 1356 Hunningdon Woods Blvd. WE ARE BACK! FALL GARAGE SALE! GREAT PRICES! A bit of everything: designer handbags, jeans, coats, sweaters(sz.s2x), boots/shoes(sz.9-10), various household decor, little boy clothes, travel bags, misc., NO TOOLS!!! Oct. 24, 8-1:00pm

1500 Stillwood St. Sat., Oct. 24, 7-noon. Numerous homes, numerous items. Come 1, come all.

WANTED: Professional Film Cameras Leica, Nikon, Zeiss, Rolleiflex, Graphlex, 4x5 & 8x10 View Cameras, Etc. Also Antique Cameras Entire Collections Purchased. No Brownies, Box Cameras or Polaroids. 757-481-5375.

ESTATE, PAWN & CONSIGNMENT AUCTION EVERY MONDAY AT 6 PM-10,000 Sq Ft. Bldg. All Inside 4016 Indian River Rd., Ches. 2 Miles. W. of I64.

Good selection of estate furniture, collectibles, tools, appliances, 10K & 14K gold & diamond jewelry & coins.

www.GeneDanielsAuctions.com

Plantation Woods Community Yard Sale

* $100 Door Prize * Call 424-.2143. Lic & Bonded Auctioneer Va Lic 699

business

services

757.622.1455

pilotezads.com

F1B Goldendoodle Puppies- Litter due Halloween, puppies will be ready for adoption around Xmas. See our website- www.obxdoodles.com

German Shepherd Pups-AKC, M/F, lg boned, black & red, solid black, ready now. Vet ck, excel temperament, charbet-kennels.com 757-543-6288. 777-4902. Goldendoodles F1 mediums. Ready 10/23. Health Guarantee. 804-502-2293 kerryo79@gmail

GOLDEN RETRIEVER PUPPIES AKC

females, $800. Parents on site. 635-3964

Labradoodle Pups-Multi-generation, vet ck/shots. See on Facebook Ritaâ€™s Labradoodles. Email: chica200117@gmail.com 757-508-6306. Lhasa Apso Pups-M/F, 1st shots & de-wormed, CKC, $450. 757-536-5793, 484-5751.

Plastering/Drywall

Drywall & Plaster Repairs, Whole House Painting, Commercial & Residential. 757-403-4689.

Small Repair Specialist. Affordable Pricing. Licensed & Insured.We Get The Job Done! 237-5999

Malt-poo/Malt-shi puppies, Ch. Lines, Vet Ckd, Health Guarantee, www.puppykisses.org, Cash/CC Only, $700 & up, 757-650-5155

Plumbing/Heating/Air

Mini. Schnauzers All Colors. Super Coats.

Brick Block Work Brick Repairs & Point Up, Walls, Steps, Etc. Semi-Retired Stone Mason, Earl Smith, AKA Stone Smith. Free Est & Great Prices. You Wonâ€™t Find A Better Man. 757-270-0578

Concrete/Asphalt 18 Yrs. Concrete Exp.-S & H. All Types of Concrete work. Driveways. We Accept All Major Credit Cards. 652-4050. www.shabazznva.com

CONCRETE SPECIAL: ONLY $5/SF Complete. 200 sq. ft. minimum. Family Business Since 1960. WHY PAY MORE? Call 757-297-6698

Electrical Work 10% OFF ABSOLUTELY ANY JOB Free Estimates $100 OFF ANY BREAKER BOX COLE ELECTRIC - 498-2653

Decks & Fencing ~ 100% ALL Types Of Fences ~ Fence Installation, Preservation, Repair & Removal. Landscaping. GUARANTEED LOWEST PRICES & WARRANTY. 757-282-3823.

ACTION ONE FENCE & DECK Custom wood, alum., chain link, vinyl. Quality work, great prices. Free Est. 35 Yrs. Exp. 757-438-7057.

Floors

HOME INSULATION THE INSULATION DOCTOR Attic Insulation l Insulation Removal l Crawl Space Insulation l l Insulation Upgrade l

FREE INSPECTIONS 757-502-0200

House Cleaning CHRISTINEâ€™S CLEANING & PET SITTING Quality Cleaning-Home & Office. Worry-free, Loving Pet Care. Honest & Dependable! 757-944-0399

NORFOLK PLUMBING, INC. â€œTHE ORIGINALâ€? 757-466-0644 â€œYOUR PLUMBERS IN THE BRIGHT YELLOW TRUCKSâ€?

Power Washing ALL-BRITE PRESSURE WASHING, LLC. 2 story siding & trim, cleaning from top to bottom, $115 to $125. Our promise to remove all mold, mildew & surface dirt. Call Gil to schedule, 272-5395. www.all-britepressurewashingllc.com

Roofing-Guttering CALVINâ€™S ROOFING REPAIR - Roofing of all

Extreme Housekeeping-Weekly, bi-weekly, move in, move out, new construction, windows, power washing. Ref, 30 yrs. exp. 615-3070.

types - flat, tile, slate, shingle, torch down & rubber. Free est, 30+ yrs exp. BBB. Lic/Ins. 757-382-0031

ROOFING/FLAT RUBBER, HOT TAR,

Landscape/Gardening

Shingles, Slate, Tile, Chimney Flashing, Siding. Licensed & Insured Call Today! 757-718-1072

Tree Removal, Pruning, Tractor Work & Grading, French Drains, Mulching, 757-282-3823

(A) FAMILY TRASH MAN Household, demo inside & out, construction sites, dumpster drop off, backhoe work. We haul it all! 20 yrs exp, lic & ins. 485-1414

ATTICS & GARAGES CLEANED Contents hauled away, also tree limbs & shrubs. Call 934-2258

B & J MOVING

Reasonable Rates, Licensed & Insured. bandjmoving.com. 757-576-1290

Commercial/Residential Roofing & Siding $1.99 Sq Ft. Seamless Gutters. Tile & Hwd Flrs

Call (757) 880-5215 LICENSED & INSURED

Siding Siding, Windows, Trim, Roofing & Gutters. FREE ESTIMATES! Lic. & Insured. Lowest Prices & Top Quality Work. BBB A Plus Rating

Frankâ€™s Siding & Repairs 227-8964 Repairing Siding & Trim. Also Small & Large Jobs. Lic/Ins. LOW PRICES. BBB A+ RATING.

Painting/Decorating AA Affordable Painting /Plastering- Paint NEW FLOORING FAST!!

Jobs low as $70/rm, Eliminate popcorn ceiling low as $99/rm. Drywall & Handyman Svcs. 237-1090

We'll bring samples to your home, measure, and can even install the next day. We are Hampton Roads largest flooring dealer, so you get your floors installed right and at the lowest price guaranteed. CALL 453-8000 for your free quote.

His & Hers Paint/Plaster

General Repairs A+ Affordable Handyman To Meet Your Budget. Call Stanley Services, Any Repairs & Improvements You Need From Roofs, Gutters, Siding, Painting, Etc. Military & Senior Disc. Licâ€™d/Ins. Stanleyâ€™s 289-0044 HH AFFORDABLE SAME DAY REPAIR HH All Handyman, Int & Ext: Bathrooms, Small Jobs, Remodel. 30 Yrs. Exp. BBB A+ Rating. 430-2612.

Licensed and Insured. Free Estimates. 10% Military Discount Call 757-672-6957

The Masterâ€™s Touch-Quality Painting Co. Interior/Exterior. 10% Discount w/Ad. 757-268-9880 or mastertouch3@yahoo.com Free Estimates.

Pest Control

Poodles Miniature-AKC reg, family raised, apricot & buff, M/F, 8 wks., shots/wormed, $650 Cash. Mon.-Sat. Ready to go. 252-232-0600. PUG: Rare Chocolate Color, Good with Children & Animals, Housebroken, 6ys old, Not Spayed, Forced to Rehome $200.00 O.B.O. 1-(757)-8596437 SHIBA INU puppies for sale. One Red Female and One Black/Tan Male. Born of AKC parents which are on premises. Pix on request. Born Aug 15 2015 ready for new homes. Call Sandra at 757 673 5084 after 6 pm weekdays or weekend anytime before 10pm

Shih Tzu-2 Females, yr old in Aug. Shots up to date. 5 1/2 lbs. $600 each. 757-421-7708.

YORKIE PUPS-Reg. Vet. Excel Health. Beautiful. M/Fâ€™s, Genius. Potty Trained. $975-$1175. Great Bridge, Ches. CALL 757-672-7797.

Power Boats/Cruisers Twin 150 diesel, diesel gen., heat/ac, full canvas and bridge enclosure. Upper and lower helms. Forward and aft cabins. Galley and salon. Marine head with shower. Fully equipped for cruise or live aboard, mobility issues force sale. Must go, come look at it and make me an offer. (757) 464-6198

Sea Ox 1995, 115 hp Johnson, project boat, center console, $2000. 757-499-6772.

For Rent-Duplex

Elizabeth City, NC. 3 BR, 1 BA, $850. Central Heat & Air, No Smoke. Avail 11/1. 757-613-7775.

For Rent-Norfolk Apts 1-2 BR, Willoughby Beach, clean/modern, nice kit., no pets. $750. 757-853-6018. 681-6445

For Rent-Rooms heat/air, clean, disability ok. 202-766-4612.

Excel Room Va. Beach- In A Lg House Sharing Utilities. Extra Clean! $495/mo. 757-615-5612 Furnished rooms for rent in Norfolk. $600 monthly all utilities included. Call 757-869-7065 OR 757-857-1653.

seats, 74K mis., $3500. 757-538-9488.

MERCEDES 2006 E320 CDI DIESEL OVER 41 MPG, EXCELLENT CONDITION, BLACK ON LIGHT GRAY & WOOD, LOW 118K MILES, WOOD/LEATHER STEERING WHEEL, DUAL PANO ROOF, OVER 600-MILE RANGE !, NAV, TRUNK CLOSER, CARFAX CERTIFIED, NEW TIRES & BRAKES, JUST SERVICED & INSPECTED, LOADED WITH EVERY OPTION, FAST & RELIABLE TURBO DIESEL MERCEDES, PRICED TO SELL @ $14,680. CALL OR TEXT @ (757)373-3257 OR LANDLINE (757)803-9001 VaDlr

Norfolk-South Norfolk Furnâ€™d Rms., Share BA/Kit., Clean, Quiet, ALL Utils Inclu. Sec. Dep. $150. $150/week. MUST BE EMPLOYED!!! Available Now.

757-858-8246

laundry & gar. priv. $700, 757-692-6455 Lv Msg

Mercedes 2011 C300 EXC cond. Runs great! 7 spd auto trans. New tires brakes belts batt. 92K hwy mi. Asking $15,999 757-375-3973

mo. Deposit $300. 757-228-8405.

Suffolk - All utils paid, full house privâ€™s, cable not included. $175 wk. No deposit. 757-771-7456.

Truxton-Portsmouth, close to shipyd-$500 mo Must have proof of income. Call/text 744-9749.

VB - Pembroke Meadows, $545 mo. inclu all. Long time renter, no smoke. Refâ€™s. 757-518-5498

For Rent-To Share Baylake Pines/Chicks Bch-With access to house, on Lake Joyce, 3 BR, 2 BA, fp, W/D, deck overlooking water, mins. to beach & bases. All utils inclu. No pets. Some dep. $800. 757-464-2309.

Kempsville, $500/Mo. Non/Smoker, Must Be Employed, Utils Incl., W/D, No Pets, Alcohol, or Drugs. 757-473-5611 LITTLE NECK AREA, VB-Responsible male to share w/same, SECLUDED home & PRIV., secluded GARDENS IN QUIET AREA. MUST LIKE FRIENDLY CATS! Total house privâ€™s/priv. bath, $850 mo. Handsomely furnished, plus 1 mo. sec. deposit. Cox cable & internet & maid service avail. NO SMOKERS/SOCIAL DRINKERS only, 757-498-9495

MERCEDES-BENZ 2009 CLK350 CONVERTIBLE LOW 37K MILES, GRAY EXT. W/BLK INT, EXCELLENT CONDITION, NAV, KEYLESS GO, KEYLESS START, WOOD/LEATHER STEERING WHEEL, ICE COLD AC, LOADED WITH ALL OPTIONS. CURRENT BOOK $24,800. SAVE OVER 5 GRAND! PRICED @ $18,900. CALL OR TEXT (757)373-3257 OR LAND LINE (757)803-9001. VaDlr

Nissan 2001 Altima GXE, loaded, real good mi good insp, nice. $2800. 757-487-7101. Va Dlr.

Nissan 2007 Sentra GXE, spotless, auto, air, inspected, loaded, $4990. 439-8017. va. dlr.

Toyota 2002 Corolla, Great cond, auto, air, insp, $2450. 439-8017. Va. Dlr. Process $175.

king-size bed, deck on water. $700. 818-4872.

TOYOTA 2013 VENZA XLE PEARL WHITE COLOR $24,000; 25K MILES. CONTACT (757)515 7582

For Rent-Townhomes

Volvo 1998 S90 one owner $ 3500, 130,000 miles call 757-737-2535

2 BR Twnhse., huge kit., 1.5 BA, W/D hookup, Coleman Place. No pets. $850. 757-853-6018.

VW 2001 Passat, 4 dr, loaded, sunroof, V-6, 1 owner, 110K, 5 spd, clean, $3695. 757-558-1830

Shore Dr. Gate 4. Lg furnished master suite,

For Sale-Mobile Home Brigidier Double Wide 32â€™X64â€™, 3 BR w/ walk-in closets, 2 BA, all appliances & window treatments, excel shape, Magnolia Lakes in Suffolk, $36,000. 757-809-3689.

Eastern Mobile Homes, Inc. 2015 Champion Mobile Home, 16x80. Everything upgraded, zoned for high winds.Simply beautiful! This is an incredible deal. For sell by owner. 757-646-9401

Greenbrier-Edmonds Corner, 2 BR, 1 BA, like new single-wide. $3500 down, $485 mo. 438-4802.

NEED A CAR? ZERO DOWN? BAD CREDIT? CALL 757-717-1715 VA DLR

Handicapped handicapped items NEW MOTORIZED SCOOTER W/ACCESSORIES PLUS LIFT FOR CAR OR VAN. $1800.00 FOR BOTH. 757 685-1630

All Houses Bought Cash Paid To You. 285-1234

Antiques & Classics Dunebuggy 1972, rebuilt motor, custom paint,

WHEELCHAIR VANS FOR SALE Used from $12,000. New Honda & Toyota conversions. Door to door vehicle service, service contracts, rentals. Short term buy back program. VA Dealer Call Ken 757-769-8636

new clutch, road ready, $5500. 757-340-7829.

Mazda 1999 Miata Conv, 135K, 5 spd, new top, a/c & tires, great shape, $4500. 286-3858

Trimming, total removal (stumps), Lisc./ Insured, Senior/Military Disc. free estimates- 237-1285

H AMERICANTREESERVICE.CO H

Lincoln 2000 Town Car,, white, leather

Kempsville-Lg rm, income reqâ€™d, student discount avail. No smoking. $595. 757-419-6611.

Real Estate Services

Free Stump Grinding With Tree Removal H 100% Price Match Guarantee. 757-587-9568 H

JAGUAR 2007 XK 21,000mls, excellent condition, $26,500 Black w/Caramel interior Luxury Package., Prem. Sound, balance of warranty 757-650-6200

central air, fenced yd, gar, $1200. 757-333-3043.

A-1 BLACK, Screen/Sifted Black Topsoil, Mulch, Sand, Compost. Prompt Delivery. Visa/MC.

FLOYD'S TREE SERVICE

Honda 2013 Civic LX 28888m $14790 backup camera, trunktray, weathertech mats 7573684259

For Rent-Norfolk House

Pruning, Broken Limbs, Bucket Truck, Overgrowth Removal & Cleanup. Lic & Ins. 757-282-3823.

Pruning. Trimming, Removal. Firewood. Free Estimates. Licensed & Insured. 420-6396

Honda 2012 Accord EXL V-6 Excellent condition navigation,loaded,31600ml,$18500,7576509774

WATERFRONT NEAR NAS Willoughby 570 W. Oceanview Ave. $850 mo Large 2BR/1BA, No Pets, call Tricia 735-2876 Owner/Agent

100% ALL TREE & SHRUB REMOVAL

Wanted To Buy

Honda 2002 Civic EX. 2 dr cpe, 136K, loaded, sunroof, inspected, $4650. 439-8017. va dlr.

Center, 1, 2 & 3BRâ€™s avail., unfurnished, 477-9560

For Sale-Va. Beach Home

& complete tree removal, stump grinding available. Senior Citizen Discount. 757-515-6933. 309-0115.

Ford 2008 Mustang Shelby GT500 28,200 Miles. Garage Kept. Excellent Condition. $29,500.00 Neg. Serious Inquires Only. (757) 647-0979

Southern Park Aptâ€™s near Southern Shop

Virginia Beach, Chimmey Hill, 3 bedrm, 2.5 bath, 1800 sqft. garage, fireplace, fl rm, deck, fenced yard. $1450 mo. + dep. 757-472-3581.

Godwin Tree Service-Over 25 YRS Exp. Pro-

UNIVERSAL PEST & TERMITE. FREE INSPECTIONS. 757-502-0200

cul-de-sac, 3100 sq. ft,. $2295/mo. 1 yr lease. 757-488-4400. Granite, Totally Renovated.

6 yds $205, Mulch $25/yd; Compost $30/yd. D. Millerâ€™s, 482-5083

AFFORDABLE TREE SERVICE-Tree pruning

Ford 2007 Taurus Clean, extremely well maintained gold 2007 Ford Taurus with very low miles (44,415). Very reliable car that drives exceptionally well. Lots of features including leather and ice cold air. Carfax report on hand. $5500 OBO. Please call 757-547-7475.

For Rent-Chesapeake House

Topsoil-Mulch

Jack Frost Enterprises 430-2257

Chrysler LXi 2003 Concorde Luxury package, leather, pwr everything, premium sound sys, tint wds. Well maintained, oil chg every 3k

Grassfield Schools-919 Riley Dr. 5 BR on

#01A Black Sifted TOPSOIL

Tree Service

mis, clean $6490. 757-816-0710. Va. Dlr.

nished, remolded, w/kitchen. 7578532022

Portsmouth-Room For Rent, $150 wk., $650

Poodle puppies F,M. UKC registered. Very cute! $650 cell 5356609

Chevy 2008 Impala LT, auto, p/s, air, 113K

For Lease-Commercial

Olde English Bulldogge pup ready now.Beachbulldogge pups www.beachbulldogges.com 757 803-2076 Pomeranian, Female, Champion Bloodline, Spayed, Great w/ Children & Other Animals, House Broken, 8 yrs old, Sacrifice $200.00 O.B.O. 1(757) 859-6437

Automobiles for Sale Buick 1998 Regal, 29,780 mis., gar kept, gold, leather seats, a/c, CD, $6000. 757-464-4841.

Norview Church For Rent, $1900 all util, fur-

North Suffolk Rm in 4 BR house, internet, kit.,

Bayliner 1990 3288 Motoryacht

BEST PRICE EXTERIORS: 757-639-4692

Prophet Section D, Lot 521, Lots 1 & 2. $4500 each. Call Edward 305-205-2206.

Year Health Guarantee. www.smithschnauzers.com For More Info 434-349-3854 or 434-770-1464

have parents, $450. 757-421-7708.

Y.K. Roofing & Siding SPECIALIZING LEAKS & REPAIRS

Moving-Hauling

MALE CHIHUAHUA PUPPIES! 8 weeks old ready to go now! $300 Call or text Brandy at (757) 243-7952

Yorkie Poo Pups-10 wks., 1st shots, wormed,

100% Drainage & Yard Cleanup, Shrub &

Park-2 lots in the

Downtown Portsmouth-$600 mo. Central

A1 PLASTER & REPAIR 32 Yrs Exp.

Oak Grove Remodeling and Repairs. No job is to small or big. Veteran own and operated. Contact us today for a FREE quote at 757-675-4188

Memorial

Golden Retriever Pups-AKC, 7 wks-3 1/2 mo, GREAT DANES-AKC. 9 wks., 2 Harlequin

Auto Accessories-Tires Five (5) Bridgestone Dueler 18â€? Tires & Wheels A/T P255/70R18 OEM wheels & tires, w/TPMS sensors, fm â€˜11 Wrangler Sahara; fit 2007-2015 Jeeps; 4 tires w/30K & 1 w/0 miles. Loads of tread left. $300.00 OBO. (703) 340-9542

Burial/Cemetery Plot

Near E. Little Creek & Halprin-3 BR, 2 BA,

shots up-to-date, wormed, $500. 757-421-7708

Lincoln 1979 Continental Mark V Fully loaded, family owned since new. Call 757-651-8568

Roosevelt Memorial Park-1101 Campostel-

Sire of puppies is pictured in the 2015 John Deere calendar, puppies are vet ck, 1st shots & wormed, references avail. Health guarantee, $800. 757-650-1949, 757-617-7508.

Home Improvements

DIVORCE

ROOFERS AND HELPERS NEEDED SEEKING EXPERIENCED ROOFERS AND HELPERS. MUST HAVE OWN HAND TOOLS AND BE FAMILIAR WITH ALL TYPES OF ROOFING INCLUDING TILE/ SLATE, BUR, AND MEMBRANE SYSTEMS. DRIVER LICENSE IS A PLUS. PAY IS BASED ON EXPERIENCE. EOE. CONTACT: STEVE AT 757-627-8584 OR 757819-3064

For Rent-N.Carolina House Doberman-Male Rambo is 1-1/2 Ears Cropped Tail Docked Shots UTD AKC Good Disposition. Jeff 757759-3725 $400.

FREE QUOTES WITHIN THE HOUR

Uncontested. $350 + $88 filing fee. No court appearance required. SE Habla Espanol Hilton Oliver, atty. 757-490-0126

Environmental Technician Needed for soil and groundwater sampling, research, project monitoring, etc. Must have good driving record. Computer experience required. Must be able to lift 60 pounds. Please e-mail resume to Bruce@ bay-environmental.com

Oceanfront Hotel. 1719 Atlantic Ave. 757-425-5511

H FALL SALE H On Central Air, Heat Pumps & Gas Furnace Sys. Clean & Check for $69. Call Comfort Energy Systems 757-335-0290.

Attorneys

Environmental Scientist Needed for work involving state tank program. Bachelorâ€™s degree required. Knowledge of DEQ reimbursement program a plus. 50/50 office and fieldwork. Email resume and writing sample to Bruce@bayenvironmental.com

For Rent-Furnished Apts

Air Conditioning & Heating

Hawkins Enterprise, Inc. Specializing in room additions, bathroom & kitchen remodeling. Lic & Insâ€™d. Free Estimates. 757-466-7272

ID RESIDENTIAL Seeking creative persons to work with individuals with disabilities in a group home setting. FT/PT and on call positions available. To apply: fax/email resume to 757-479-1170/individualsfirst@aol.com by 10/25/15

Low Weekly Rates avail starting $199 week.

Minolta SLR camera and lenses. 757-482-0336.

Antiques & Classics

SMALL ENGINE REPAIR Mechanic wanted for Cypress Point Country Club in Virginia Beach. Apply in person or call 635-2703. Full-time, benefits. Must have experience in small engine repair.

Norfolk, Little Creek area - 2BR, 1BA eat in kitchen, just upgraded. No pets, laundry room CAC, off street parking $975 mo. Call 757-434-4886.

Boat Trailers

DECOYS WANTED Collector will pay CA$H for Old wooden ducks or canvas geese, Old shorebirds, swans, & duck calls. Buying old fishing tackle & lures, Old nautical & lifesaving items. Call Mark at 757-721-2746

Delivery Driver/ Warehouse Looking for a delivery driver/ warehouse worker Job requires heavy lifting and cutting wire Must have clean driving record Pass a background check and drug test Please bring driving record with you Hampton Roads Electrical Supply 757-548-0958

Boston Terriers-AKC reg, 1st shots, de-wormed,

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Bichon Frise Pups-AKC, vet checked, 1F, 4M,

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la Rd. Garden of Disciples, 2 spaces $1900 each. 757-853-7058 or mor.wm1@verizon.net

pups, shots & training started. $650. 757-274-2381

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Now Hiring: Sheriffâ€™s Deputies Part-Time DCJS Certified Courts Security Health Services Administrator â€˘ Corrections LPNs Part-Time LPNs â€˘ Medical Assistant â€˘ Part-Time Dentist Part-Time Dental Assistant â€˘ Part-Time CDL Bus Driver

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doggie door trained. $695. 252-473-5619.

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Aussie Doodles-Creams, training started, a beauty with brains. $450. 757-274-2381

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Pocket Watches

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Heaping Truckloads, Full-Size Truck Loads. Free Delivery. Call 540-649-9911

STAMP COLLECTIONS

A/C Unit $75, 5500 generator $385, set of 6

American Antique Picker

Holiday Craft Bazaar - Crafters Needed

Tidewater Baptist Craft Fair October 24th. Providence Baptist Church. 501 Providence Rd. Chesapeake 23320. 9am-4pm Handmade Goods. 4th annual. tidewaterbaptist.org/craftfair 757-545-7282

BUYING COINS

Articles For Sale

A Basic

Saturday, November 14, 2015 - 9:00 am - 3:00 pm Courthouse Community United Methodist Church 2708 Princess Anne Road, Virginia Beach, 23456 Interested? Call Jessica Bueno @ 757-880-1662 St. Aidanâ€™s Episcopal Church Fall Fair Sat. 10/24/15 10:30 am to 4pm at 3201 Edinburgh Dr Va Beach Great food, crafts for sale, make-your-own scarecrow, kids games & more!

Firewood-Fuels A+ Firewood, Seasoned Hardwood,

ALL SILVER COINS,

Garage Sale - Portsmouth Port norfolk Yard Sale 257 Maryland av, lots of Halloween and Xmas, Disney. Furnature Saturday 8-1

Bay Island Estate Sale, Sat Oct 17, 9am-2pm. 2417 Windward Sh Cir. 70 yrs of items from lovely bayfront home, incl furn, china, kitchen, bedding, patio+ ONE DAY, EVERYTHING MUST GO! CASH ONLY

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Antiques & Collectibles

VW 1973 Super Beetle, Clean, no rust, custom interior. $6,675 obo. Call or text Nick @ 757.619.7578 $CASH for Unused, Unexpired Diabetic Test Strips$ Call Denise 757-335-1130 Same day pick up

WANTED: 1967-1973 Camaro, 1946-1975 Chevy or GM Conv., 1970-76 Chevy or GM 2 dr hardtop. Any condition. Fast cash. 330-722-5835.

Motor Homes Coachmen 2013 Mirada 35DS Purchased new in June 2014. Ford V10 with 7200 miles and 1 1/2 years left on engine warrantee. 36.5 feet with master bedroom master bath plus guest bath. Fully equipped, in excellent condition and ready to go. Includes 2014 Acme tow dolly. All for $77,000.00: call 252-426-7199

FLAGSHIPNEWS.COM | OCT 22, 2015 | THE FLAGSHIP | C7 Motor Homes Jayco 2015 Redhawk RV is 23 foot with Ford e450. 2 TVâ€™s, awning, sleeps 6. Microwave/Convection. Frdge wit Freezer. Propane, gas and electric. NEVER USED. $59,000.00. Contact and we will send pictures. 252-232-0620. Pleasure Way 2001 Lexor TD Dodge Ram 3500, 65,500 mi, 19 ft, Clean, $20,000, 252.619.0169

Motorcycles

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American Iron Horse 2004 Outlaw 2004 American Iron Horse 111S&S Motor. Custom paint 12500$ or Best Offer 7574726398

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Harley 2003 Dyna Wide Glide 2900 mis. $ 7500. OBO. Call 252 232 3078

Fast!

Harley Davidson 2003 Road King Red, lots of chrome, clean, runs great. Many extras, low miles. 757.235.5718. Harley Davidson 2012 Road Glide Custom Garage kept, very clean. Luggage rack, passenger backrest, and luggage set. 17,500 OBO, 757-620-9748

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Yamaha 2004 Road Star 1700cc, 26,340 miles. Lots of extras $4500 Call/text 757-943-0332

Sport Utility Vehicles Hyundai 2004 Santa Fe AWD. spotless, air, loaded, low mis, inspected, $4990. 439-8017 va dlr

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Jeep 2000 Cherokee Laredo, brown, runs great, great cond, $4000. 757-499-6772. Jeep 2003 Liberty Ltd. 4WD black, leather, all pwr, sunroof, tow pkg, very clean, good cond,153K mis. $3995 obo 6201497

Jeep 2005 Liberty, metallic green, low mileage, 1 owner, good cond, $3500. 757-419-6611.

Jeep 2010 Cherokee, white, loaded, great cond, 1 owner, 88K mis., $11,500. 757-754-1025

Toyota 2001 RAV 4, immaculate, auto, air, loaded, sunroof, $5950. 439-8017. Va. Dlr.

Trucks Chevy 2007 Colorado, runs great, loaded, must sell. Only 82K mis., $9000. 757-343-0270.

Dodge 2006 Dakota, Club Cab, black, 71K, 6 spd, tool box, liner, $5800. 757-406-5941.

NEED A CAR? ZERO DOWN? BAD CREDIT? CALL 757-717-1715 VA DLR

Vans Chevy 2008 Uplander, 7 pass, auto, p/s, a/c, 69K mis., $7490. 757-816-0710. Va. Dlr.

Chrysler 2006 Town & Country, luxury, 7 pass, loaded, V-6, 90K, 1 owner. $4995. 558-1830

Ford 1996 250 Econoline Conversion, good cond, needs work on a/c. $3500. 757-328-7205.

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lastweek's answers

PROTESTANT Sun. School : 9 a.m. Sun. (Ages 4 - Adult) AWANA / Childrenâ€™s Church : 10 a.m., Sun. (Ages 4 - 10) Worship service:10:30 a.m., Sun. Fellowship: 11:30 a.m., Sun. Coffeehouse: 5 p.m., Sun. Bible Study/ Band Practice: 5 p.m., Mon. WOC: 9:30 a.m., Wed Chapel choir practice: 7 p.m., Wed. Handbell choir: 7 p.m. Thurs.

NWS Yorktown Chapel ROMAN CATHOLIC Mass schedule: 8:30 a.m., Sun. PROTESTANT Worship service:10:30 a.m., Sun.

NSA Northwest Annex Chapel ROMAN CATHOLIC Rosary: 9:30 a.m., Sun. Confessions: 9:30 a.m., Sun. Mass Schedule: 10 a.m., Sun. CCD (Sept-May) 11 a.m., Sun. PROTESTANT (EPISCOPAL) Worship service: 8 a.m., Sun. VACATION BIBLE SCHOOL July 29 - Aug. 2; 6 to 8 p.m.

ROMAN CATHOLIC Mass schedule: 9 a.m., Sun. Bible study: 9:30 a.m., Tues. PROTESTANT Worship service:11 a.m., Sun. Bible study: Noon, Wed.

Naval Station Norfolk ROMAN CATHOLIC Our Lady of Victory Chapel Mass schedule: 11:45 a.m., Wed. | 10 a.m., Sun. PROTESTANT David Adams Memorial Chapel Worship services: 10:30 a.m., Sun. Jewish SABBATH Commodore Levy Chapel (Second Floor Bldg. C7) Sabbath: 7 p.m., Fri. (Sabbath Fellowship Oneg Shabbot Follows) ISLAMIC WORSHIP: Masjid al Daâ€™wah 2nd Floor (Bldg. C-7) Services: 1 p.m., Fri. Chapels are open daily for prayer.

NAS Oceana Chapel ROMAN CATHOLIC Mass schedule: 11:30 a.m., Tues.-Fri. 9 a.m. & 12:15 p.m., Sun. PROTESTANT Sun. school: 9:15 a.m., Sun. Worship service: 10:40 a.m., Sun. Bible study: 11 a.m., Wed.

Dam Neck Annex Chapel ROMAN CATHOLIC Confessions: 4:15 p.m., Sat. Mass Schedule: 5 p.m., Sat.

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Last weekâ€™s CryptoQuip answer If the baseball thrower could strike out all the batters, would that make him pitcher-perfect?

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