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Women’s Military Service Women are an integral part of the American military, and DOD officials are working to ensure their concerns are addressed. PAGE A2

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White House Praises DOD Acquisition Professionals for COVID-19 Efforts Around the World

Deputy Secretary of Defense Dr. Kathleen H. Hicks presents presidential letters of recognition for the global vaccine support efforts to the acquisition and sustainment staff during a virtual gathering at the Pentagon, Jan. 21, 2022. (COURTESY PHOTO)

By Terri Cronk DoD Public Affairs

A group of professionals with the Defense Department’s acquisition workforce who worked on the White House and DOD COVID-19 supply chain global effort were honored today with a letter of appreciation from President Joe Biden in a ceremony at the Pentagon. Conducted virtually, Deputy Secretary of Defense Kathleen H. Hicks said the workforce and the nation have remained resilient and creative

in how both entities approached the pandemic. “You all are a group of Americans who so clearly exemplify what it is that makes us so resilient and creative and able to overcome obstacles,” she told the award recipients, noting that Secretary of Defense Lloyd J. Austin III’s top priority in defending the nation is to help quell the coronavirus pandemic. These individuals defied all expectations of what’s possible to get done with efforts — on very short term timelines — that normally take

months and years, she said, noting, “You have done it in days and weeks.” The ceremony cited how the group, in fewer than 30 days, procured 500 million vaccines for the U.S. global vaccine donation mission for distribution to people in 92 low- and middle-income countries and the African Union in August. Additionally, more than 200 million vaccines were delivered to 112 countries by the end of 2021, and DOD is on track to deliver 50 million more doses by the end of this month. “You have personally helped

Armed Services Blood Program Urges Donors to Step Up By DoD Public Affairs The Armed Services Blood Program says donations are down and is encouraging volunteers to step up and donate blood to replenish the supply. “Blood supply is critically low across the nation, not only for the ASBP, but for civilian organizations as well,” said Army Col. Audra Taylor, the ASBP’s division chief. The ASBP provides lifesaving blood products to service members, their families, retirees and veterans worldwide. “Hi stor i c a l ly, d onat i ons decrease in the holiday and winter months due to schedule changes, people taking leave, families going on vacation, weather conditions or illnesses impeding people from donating,” Taylor said. “This year, it’s all of those things in addition to COVID-19 restrictions and overall health and safety concerns for potential

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Megan Keller, a recovered COVID-19 patient, donates COVID-19 convalescent plasma at the Armed Services Blood Bank Center, Joint Base San Antonio-Lackland, Texas, Aug. 20, 2020.(COURTESY PHOTO)

donors and ASBP blood donor center team members.” Army Lt. Gen. (Dr.) Ronald Place, the Defense Health Agency’s director, echoed the senti-

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make as you log in all these hours. It is appreciated, and it’s directly contributing to the president’s and the secretary’s priorities and to global welfare.” Biden’s letter reads: “I am grateful for your contributions in our global fight against COVID-19. Putting an end to this pandemic at home and abroad remains my top priority, and vaccines are essential to getting this done. “Because of your determination and hard work — performed at an Turn to COVID-19, Page 7

NEXCOM’s Rich Honiball Again Receives Top Marketer Award By Kristine Sturkie

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advance the health and welfare of people throughout the world, and that’s just astounding work,” the deputy secretary told them. “I hope you really take to heart — in every day that you work these long hours and these unbelievable timelines — that you are part of saving lives,” she added. “This [effort] is taking enormous personal sacrifice. I’m well aware of the kinds of hours that you have spent at work away from family and friends, and the personal and professional sacrifices to other priorities that you’ve had to

VIRGINIA BEACH, VA — For the second year in a row, Rich Honiball, Executive Vice President, Global Chief Merchandising & Marketing Officer for the Navy Exchange Service Command (NEXCOM) was awarded a 2022 OnCon Icon Award, Top 100 Marketer Award. The 2021 Awards were presented virtually on Jan. 19, 2022. “I couldn’t be more proud of Rich as he is once again named a top marketer within the retail industry,” said retired Rear Adm. Robert J. Bianchi, Chief Executive Officer of NEXCOM. “With the pandemic going into its third

What’s in a Name? Chiefs and Directors are an essential part of Navy Medicine and have long represented the upper tiers of corps leadership. The following is a short history of these terms and reference guide for usage. PAGE A6

year, Rich and his team have continued to pivot and create new and exciting marketing plans to keep our patrons interested, engaged and up-to-date on important information. His expertise in retail merchandising and marketing has been a great benefit to all our NEX patrons around the world.” During 2021, Honiball and his team executed several exciting initiatives, including the successful launch the NEXt LEVEL REWARDS program, which has been very well received by patrons and exceeded all expectations. The team has expanded NEXCOM’s digital capabilities and customer engagement Turn to NEXCOM, Page 7

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Groups Work to Eliminate, Diminish Barriers to Women’s Military Service By DoD Public Affairs Women are an integral part of the American military, and DOD officials are working to ensure their concerns are addressed. Women make up roughly 20% of the Air Force, 19% of the Navy, 15% of the Army and 9% of the Marine Corps. Tens of thousands of women contribute every day to defending the nation. Their differences and needs must be considered for the United States military to function. This is especially true since 2013, when then-Defense Secretary Leon Panetta and Army Gen. Martin Dempsey, then-chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff, repealed the combat exclusion policy. From privates to four-star generals, women serve in every rank and can serve in any specialty in the military. “I think we’re doing a great job in terms of recruiting the right kinds of people, providing access to people from every corner, every walk of life in this country,” Secretary of Defense Lloyd J. Austin III said on CNN last year. “As long as you’re fit and you can qualify, there’s a place for you on this team.” But simply changing the policy is not the end of the process, and that is where programs like the Air Mobility Command’s Reach Athena and the Department of the Air Force Women’s Initiative Team come in. These groups look at the totality of women’s service to find and eliminate barriers to ensure all can serve to their full potential. Spotlight: Women’s History Month Air Force Maj. Jennifer N. Walters, who co-founded Reach Athena when she was stationed at Travis Air Force Base along with Major Kelsey Payton, said the program does build diversity in the military, but that is not the primary aim. “What it’s for, is to identify policies that — intentional or not — are driving our talent away, or repelling them from the Air Force,” she said in an interview. Reach Athena — named after the Greek goddess of wisdom and warfare — began in 2020 and is headquartered at Scott Air Force Base. The Air Combat Command has Sword Athena looking at barriers in that Air Force major command. The Women’s

An all-women F-15E Strike Eagle aircrew steps to the ﬂightline in observation of Women’s History Month at Royal Air Force Lakenheath, England, March 22, 2021. Women’s History Month was declared by Congress in 1987, and today, women play many vital roles in accomplishing the U.S. Air Force mission. (COURTESY PHOTO)

Initiative Team is at the Department of the Air Force level and began in 2008. All work together. The WIT is part of a seven-team barrier-analysis working group. It “specifically looks at women’s initiatives to decrease or remove barriers impacting women’s service in the Department of the Air Force in order to increase force-wide effectiveness,” Air Force Maj. Megan Biles said. “We look at existing policy which impacts women’s propensity to serve and elevate solutions to senior leaders.” The idea is to identify anything that is antiquated or impedes mission success. “Our capabilities, technology and missions have evolved, as has the population which currently serves today,” Biles said. “Future conflicts do not have the same requirements that past conflicts had. How we train and our requirements need to be evaluated and must evolve to ensure we are recruiting and training the most effective force. That means enacting policies and best practices designed to intentionally develop those serving today, not keeping outdated standards only for the sake of tradition or because that is how we’ve always done it.” Leaders realized some of these outdated policies disproportionately affect one gender. And have empowered the WIT to help eliminate them. It is not just policies that these groups study, but equipment, uniforms, gear,

grooming and other processes. “A lot of times folks will identify an issue at the tactical level and pass it up the line,” Walters said. The groups also work with other service counterparts to share experiences, solutions and best practices. One example was that body armor — designed for men — is not a good fit for women. Another was the requirement for women to wear their hair in a bun. Pilots found that having a bun made the helmets fit poorly, impacting safety, Walters said. These grooming changes made their way up the food chain, and Air Force leaders approved them last year. The height/weight requirements are another area under scrutiny. The groups are looking at the reasons behind some of these requirements. Women are generally shorter than men. “If there is a mission requirement driving the height restrictions, that’s fine,” Biles said. “ Our analysis provides recommendations to evolve requirements that were developed 50-60 years ago, which were based on anthropometric averages from a different demographic than currently serves today. The result of not updating these policies is an artificial limitation regarding recruitment potential into key military positions.” Pregnancy is another area of discussion. At one time, if a woman became pregnant, she was involuntarily discharged

from service. Now, of course, women can continue to serve while pregnant. But there are still limitations pertaining to pregnant aviators that the barrier analysis groups are examining. Previously, if a woman became pregnant, she was automatically taken off flight status. “Now we’ve opened the aperture so that you can fly during the second trimester,” Walters said. “But we’re looking at [Federal Aviation Administration] practices and what commercial airlines do. They allow women to fly through the majority of the pregnancy without placing the mothers or the missions at risk.” The Air Force is now investigating the possibility of allowing aviators with doctor confirmed “uncomplicated pregnancies” to continue flying longer, which would increase readiness and positively impact culture. Tied to this is the issue of breastfeeding. Most obstetricians and pediatricians recommend mothers breastfeed their babies. If they are home stationed, women can use a breast pump to feed their children while at work. The problem comes when mission requirements drive temporary dislocation. The groups are looking for ways to ship the breast milk home. There are undoubtedly other areas where there may be barriers to women’s service. These barrier analysis groups will continue to work to enable women to contribute to national defense.

MARMC’s Small Business Program Helps Ensure Success By Chris Wyatt

Mid-Atlantic Regional Maintenance Center Public

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Mid-Atlantic Regional Maintenance Center’s (MARMC) Small Business Program was recognized by Naval Sea Systems Command (NAVSEA) for contributions in exceeding command small business goals, Jan. 6. For the second year in a row, NAVSEA was acknowledged by the U.S. Navy for achieving their Small Business goals and MARMC’s support in that achievement was critical. MARMC’s Small Business Program had an outstanding year in 2021, increasing their overall small business obligations from 42.41% in fiscal year 2020 to 61.73% in fiscal year 2021. MARMC also had the highest percentage of dollars obligated to small businesses for NAVSEA MARMC’s Small Business Program Deputy, Mae Mathieu ensures that MARMC is meeting its small business goals set forth by the Dept. of Defense and Dept. of Navy with respect to small business contract awards each year and it is a job she takes seriously. “When you have a requirement, or a need, and you are going to fund it with government funds (even if using a government purchase card), consider a small business!” That is Mathieu’s manta that she repeats daily through her interactions with contracting personnel and technical personnel who write

specific statements of work. As the program manager for the Small Business Program, she works closely with the MARMC Contracts Department to advocate for small businesses and monitor that they receive their maximum opportunity. She has met individually with each large business prime contractor’s Small Business Liaison Officer (SBLO) to discuss their subcontracting plans and Individual Subcontracting Reports to provide guidance to the SBLOs when they are not meeting their small business goals. “Our Commanding Officer, Capt. Tim Barney and Executive Director Dennis Bevington are big proponents of constant engagement with our industry partners,” said Mathieu. “They understand that for MARMC, and the Navy at large, to be successful we need the help and support of our ship repair partners in the community.” The small business accomplishments and accolades are not surprising to Capt. Barney. “MARMC’s small business engagement is a huge part of our command’s success and I could not be more proud of or more grateful for Mae’s leadership in this area,” said Barney. “Mae was awarded for her outstanding performance in this field by the Dept. of the Navy Office of Small Business Programs. She is a superstar and we are happy to have her on the MARMC team!” MARMC and Mathieu expect to meet or exceed program expectations again in 2022 and

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The Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS Harry S. Truman (CVN 75), front, and the Italian Navy Andrea Doria-class destroyer ITS Andrea Doria (D553) transit in formation for a maneuvering exercise in the Mediterranean Sea, Jan. 17, 2022. The Harry S. Truman Carrier Strike Group is on a scheduled deployment in the U.S. Sixth Fleet area of operations in support of naval operations to maintain maritime stability and security, and defend U.S., allied and partner interests in Europe and Africa. (MCSN GABRIELLA CHAMBERS)

Neptune Strike ‘22 Kicks off Monday in Mediterranean By Todd Lopez

DoD Public Affairs

Starting Monday, NATO allies, including the United States, kick off the 12-day maritime exercise “Neptune Strike ‘22” in the Mediterranean Sea, Pentagon Press Secretary John F. Kirby said during a briefing today. The USS Harry S. Truman aircraft carrier, along with its carrier strike group and air wing will be the Defense Department’s primary contribution to the exercise. The exercise will be led by U.S. Navy Vice Adm. Eugene H. Black III, who serves as Strikeforce NATO commander and also commander of the Navy’s Sixth Fleet. “[Neptune Strike ‘22] is designed to demonstrate NATO’s ability to integrate the highend maritime strike capabilities of an aircraft carrier strike group to support the deterrence and defense of the alliance,” Kirby told report-

ers. “The USS Harry S. Truman carrier strike group will be placed under NATO operational control and serve as the centerpiece for this long-planned activity that fosters NATO allies’ ability to cooperate and integrate effectively.” Neptune Strike ‘22 has been in the planning stages since 2020, Kirby said, though he told reporters that the current tensions in Europe due to the uncertainty about Russia’s intentions regarding Ukraine were considered when deciding whether to press on with the exercise. “There was due consideration ... given tensions right now, about our exercise posture,” he said. “After all that consideration and discussion with our NATO allies, the decision was made to move ahead.” Kirby also told reporters that because planning for Neptune Strike ‘22 began in 2020, the exercise is not designed to incorporate scenarios which are directly related to current events

in Europe. “It wasn’t planned back in 2020 anticipating ... a Russian move on Ukraine,” he said. “The exercise itself is not designed against the kinds of scenarios that might happen with respect to Ukraine. It really is a NATO maritime exercise to test ... really a wide range of maritime capabilities that we want to make sure we continue to improve.” Right now, Kirby said, the U.S. sees a sizable Russian troop presence in the western part of Russia near the border with Ukraine. It’s unclear now as to why those troops are there. “It continues to be concerning,” Kirby said. “You heard [Secretary of State] Blinken talk [about] this earlier today. We believe that there’s still a path to diplomacy here and we would like to see the situation deescalated. And as I’ve said before, one significant key way for it to get deescalated is for the Russians to

pull some of those forces back out away from the border with Ukraine. They have shown no inclination to do that. In fact, quite the contrary, I think they continue to add to the force presence there.” While Neptune Strike ‘22 is not related to that Russian aggression towards Ukraine, Kirby did say the Defense Department remains committed to Ukraine’s ability to defend itself, and to having options available should NATO allies ask for assistance. “We’re going to make sure that we have options ready to reassure our allies, particularly on NATO’s eastern flank,” Kirby said. “If there’s another incursion and if they need that reassurance, if they need the capabilities to be bolstered, we’re going to do that. And we’re going to make sure that we’re ready to do that.” Kirby also said readiness isn’t just a Defense Department responsibility or effort. “I think this is a whole-of-government approach,” he said. “It’s not just about the Department of Defense, and quite frankly, as you’ve been seeing from other NATO allies who have also not only spoken to their concerns about what Russia is doing but actually moved on delivery of security assistance to the Ukrainian Armed Forces, it’s an international community effort.”

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Underwater Construction Team 2 Completes the Inaugural Multinational Underwater Repair Exercise with the Republic of Korea Navy Underwater Construction Team By Lt. Cmdr. Rory O’boyle,

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APRA HARBOR, Guam — Divers from the U.S. Navy’s (USN) Underwater Construction Team TWO (UCT 2 ) Construction Diving Detachment ALFA (CDD/A), Mobile Diving and Salvage Unit ONE (MDSU-1), and the Republic of Korea Navy (ROKN) Underwater Construction Team (UCT) completed the first-ever Multinational Underwater Repair Exercise (MUREX) from December 16 - 23, 2021 in Apra Harbor, Guam. MUREX is designed to develop interoperability in underwater construction operations, build diving expertise, and foster

comradery between the USN and ROKN. The training covered multiple events in and around Apra Harbor, Guam with participants completing Surface Supplied Diving (SSD), underwater hydraulic tool use, underwater cutting and welding, self-contained breathing apparatus (SCUBA) diving, Remotely Operated Vehicle (ROV) operations, and hydrographic surveys. Specific projects during the exercise included: installing zinc anodes on a harbor quay wall, conducting topside and underwater waterfront facilities inspections, cutting and removal of harbor obstacles, and completing hydrographic surveys. The ROKN UCT provided a translator

to ensure safe diving operations, facilitate classroom training, and foster interpersonal conversations. Despite the language barrier, the team quickly came together upon arrival, with military diving operations as a common language and both countries having a long-standing close relationship. While this was not the first exercise between the ROKN UCT and UCT-2, it marked the first time the ROKN UCT traveled to a U.S. territory to complete training. Between the two countries, 32 personnel participated in MUREX 2021, with 17 from the ROKN UCT, ten from UCT-2, and five from MDSU-1. Throughout the exercise, the team recorded 16 dives with a total bottom

time of 757 minutes (12.6 hours). Conducting an exercise like MUREX allows divers from different countries and units to work together, train on new types of systems, expand mission capabilities, and build trust to prepare for possible Joint missions during Major Combat Operations (MCO). The success of MUREX 2021 has paved the way for future iterations of the exercise and further strengthened the relationship between the ROKN and USN. UCT-2, homeported in Port Hueneme, CA, provides a capability for underwater construction, inspection, repair, and maintenance of waterfront and ocean facilities to enable distributed maritime operations for the Navy and Marine Corps across the Pacific region. UCT-2 is an Echelon V ashore command assigned under administrative and operational control of Naval Construction Group ONE (NCG 1) in homeport, and under the operational control of fleet commanders when forward deployed.

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What’s in a Name?: The “Chiefs” and “Directors” of Navy Medicine By André Sobocinski

U.s. Navy Bureau Of Medicine and Surgery Public Affairs

FALLS CHURCH, Va. — Chiefs and Directors are an essential part of Navy Medicine and have long represented the upper tiers of corps leadership. But why do some staff corps have a Director and others a Chief ? And if there is a distinction between these titles, why are they often collectively referred to as “Corps Chiefs”? The following is a short history of these terms and reference guide for usage. The Chiefs of Navy Medicine: —Chief —Middle English from French “chef ” based on Latin meaning “head.”— In the U.S. Navy a “Chief ” is common parlance for “chief petty officer.” But over 50 years before the advent of the chief petty officer rating a “Navy Chief ” referred to the head of one of five bureaus established by Congress to administer the “technical and material matters” of the U.S. Navy. Among these five original bureaus was the Bureau of Medicine and Surgery (BUMED) founded on August 31, 1842. In September 1842, Surgeon William Paul Crillon Barton was appointed by the first “Chief of BUMED” by President John Tyler. Since then, all of Dr. Barton’s successors as head of BUMED have held the title of Chief. The Naval Appropriations Act of March 3, 1871 created the additional title of “Surgeon General of the U.S. Navy” for the Chief of BUMED. With the exception of a period when BUMED was deactivated (October 1, 1982 to September 30, 1989), all Surgeons General have held the secondary title of Chief of BUMED; and all Deputy Surgeons General have also been known as Deputy Chiefs of BUMED. The Act of 1871 also formalized the Medical Corps (i.e., the Navy’s physician corps) as an official officer staff corps. From 1871 to 1989, the Surgeon General/ Chief of BUMED had the collateral duty as the head of the Medical Corps (known as Chief of the Medical Corps). In 1989, Vice Adm. James Zimble, Navy Surgeon General, established a separate Medical Corps office and selected physician Rear Adm. Robert Higgins as the new Chief. Dr. Higgins was the first officer to hold the title of Chief of the Medical Corps exclusively. Since August 1989, the role of Medical Corps Chief has remained separate, however, several leaders serving in position were later appointed Surgeon General/Chief of BUMED among them: Vice Adms. Harold Koenig, Donald Arthur, Adam Robinson and Matthew Nathan. Today, the Dental Corps and Chaplain Corps are the only other Navy staff corps to be led by a “Chief.” This was not always the case though. When the Dental Corps was established on August 22, 1912 it still fell under the sphere of the Medical Corps. A decade later, BUMED established a separate Dental Corps Division that was led by a Chief who was tasked with overseeing “all technical activities pertaining to the

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Dental Service, including personnel, material, and inspections.” On February 8, 1943, by authority of Congress, the Dental Division was reorganized, and granted the Chief greater authority over all of naval dentistry. Two years later, the Dental Corps Chief was granted flag rank. For a time, the title Chief was used by corps leadership in both the Navy Nurse Corps and the Medial Service Corps. Of the first 20 members of the Nurse Corps (aka, “The Sacred Twenty), two were granted the title of “Chief Nurse.” On October 23, 1908, Martha Pringle and Victoria White were selected as the Navy’s first Chief Nurses (and in essence, the Navy’s first Chief Nursing Officers or CNOs). Their responsibilities included conferring with hospital COs and XOs on matters relating to nursing duties, ensuring proper conduct for the nurses, compliance to instructions, discipline, and oversite of nurses’ quarters. As the Nurse Corps grew over the ensuing years additional Chief Nurses were selected and placed in charge of nurses at naval hospitals. Before the advent of commissioned rank in the Nurse Corps, the title Chief denoted seniority and leadership in the Nurse Corps. From 1954 to 1982, the head of the Medical Service Corps (MSC) was not a “Director” as it is today, but a Chief. The title “Chief of the Medical Service Corps” was established by Act of Congress of August 23, 1954 (Public Law 83-618). Capt. Willard Calkins, a 35-year veteran of the Navy and a former Hospital Corpsman, was selected by the Navy Surgeon General as the MSC’s first Chief. Before the advent of flag rank in the Medical Service Corps and the reorga-

nization of the Medical Service Corps Division, the position of MSC Chief was held by a senior captain (0-6). To most of us in Navy Medicine, a Chief is almost always synonymous with an E-7 (Chief Petty Officer). However, when the Hospital Corps was established on June 17th, 1898, it offered its enlisted personnel a mere three rates—Hospital Apprentice, Hospital Apprentice First Class and Hospital Steward—and no enlisted chiefs to be found. And though the rate of Chief Petty Officer was first established in April 1893, it did not exist among enlisted Corpsmen until 1916 when the Hospital Corps was reorganized. On December 1, 1916, some 360+ Hospital Stewards transitioned to the new rate of Chief Pharmacists Mate and in turn became Navy Medicine’s first enlisted Chiefs. Leading the Hospital Corps is the dual-hatted Force Master Chief Petty Officer of BUMED/Director of the Hospital Corps. The Force Master Chief was one of 23 senior enlisted positions established by Adm. Elmo Zumwalt in July 1971. Originally known as the Master Chief Petty Officer of BUMED, the Force Master Chief (also commonly known as the “Force”) serves as the voice of some 26,000+ active and reserve Hospital Corpsmen in the Navy on matters relating to the welfare, health, job satisfaction, retention, morale, utilization, and training. The Directors of Navy Medicine: —Director — Late Middle English from Anglo-Norman French “directour” meaning “to guide.”— The Naval Appropriations Act of 1871 can also be credited for introducing the title of “Director,” or specifically “Medical

Director,” into Navy Medicine lexicon. The act reorganized the rank structure of the newly formalized Medical Corps. Outside of Surgeon General/Chief of BUMED who originally held the rank of Commodore (equivalent to 1-star), Medical Directors were Navy Medicine’s most senior officers. The title, which continued to be used into the twentieth century, was relative to a senior captain (0-6). The title Director was first used by a head of a Navy staff corps in 1947. On April 16, 1947, the Army-Navy Nurse Act recognized the Nurse Corps as an official staff corps and established the title of Director of the Nurse Corps for the Superintendent (i.e., head of Navy nurses from 1908 to 1947). On May 13, 1947—in a ceremony attended by Fleet Surgeon Chester Nimitz and Rear Adm. Clifford Swanson, Navy Surgeon General—Capt. Nellie Dewitt was appointed the first Director of the Nurse Corps. The Nurse Corps Director position was held by a senior captain (0-6) until 1972 when Capt. Alene Duerk was promoted to flag rank. Duerk holds the distinction as the first nurse and first woman promoted to flag rank and set rank precedent for all leaders who followed her as Nurse Corps Director. A decade after the Nurse Corps got their first flag officer, the first Medical Service Corps officer obtained flag rank. In July 1982, Capt. Lewis “Red” Angelo, MSC, USN, was promoted to Commodore (1-star). The Chief of the Medical Service Corps became a directorship in 1982 and Angelo was the first to hold the title “Director of the Medical Service Corps.” The head of the Hospital Corps wears the title of Force Master Chief of BUMED, but when they are overseeing issues related to education and training and manpower they are serving the role of “Director of the Hospital Corps.” This title was first used by Master Chief Stephen Brown beginning in 1979. It became a permanent title and responsibility of the leader of the Hospital Corps beginning in 1994 (with HMCM (SS) Mike Stewart). The title of Director is also used by Navy Medicine’s most senior civilian leaders. In 2015, BUMED established the Executive Director (ED) position to “increase collaboration across Navy medical functions, facilitate HQ communication and ensure a continuity of command leadership.” Since July 2015, Dr. Michael Malanoski has served Navy Medicine’s “ED.” Dr. Andrew Jones reported to BUMED in May 2015 as the “Director of the Total Force” directorate. During his time at BUMED, Dr. Jones spearheaded the establishment of the Civilian Corps to mentor and help foster leadership opportunities for Navy Medicine’s 11,400+ civilians. On April 30, 2017, BUMED formally established the Navy Medicine Civilian Corps with Dr. Andrew Jones as its first Director. In December 2021, Mr. Mark Boman, Chief of Staff, Naval Medical Forces Pacific, became the third Director of Navy Medicine’s Civilian Corps.

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Inaugural MSO Selection – Complete! By Jacquelynn Fisher

Naval Information Forces Public Affairs

SUFFOLK, Va. — The Navy recently announced the first group of officers for transfer into the Information Warfare Maritime Space Officer (MSO) community. Twenty five officers from across the Navy commissioned community were selected from a large pool of applicants. This is the first milestone of building out this important community of space integration professionals since it was approved by Chief of Naval Operations and Secretary of the Navy in 2021. MSOs will have in-depth knowledge of space capabilities and limitations, and will provide the fleet with operational experience in space planning and integration to

keep pace with 21st century threats and warfare. The Navy established the MSO community as part of an enduring plan to sustain and professionalize space integration, rather than relying on individual officer initiative with niche skills. “The MSO community addresses a critical gap in the Navy’s force structure — to professionalize the Navy’s integration of space capabilities into maritime operations. MSOs will have the technical knowledge and tactical acumen to integrate the full range of joint space capabilities to support planning and operations,” said Vice Adm. Kelly Aeschbach, commander, Naval Information Forces. “We’re working closely with the Marine forces, MARFOR Space, and Space Force on how we capitalize on integration with them.”

There are a number of prioritized MSO positions across the Fleet and Joint force that this first group of MSOs will be detailed to fill. These positions are located at Fleet Maritime Operations Centers (MOC), Warfighting Development Centers (WDC), U.S. Space Command - to include support elements at the other combatant commands, the intelligence community, as well as at the Information Warfare Type Command. MSO community will participate in future semi-annual lateral transfer boards beginning in August 2022, as the community needs to grow and build officer inventory to meet today’s Fleet demand. The community is looking for officers with warfare qualifications and prior space-related experience who have demonstrated

superior performance. More information and space community contacts may be found at https://www.mynavyhr.navy.mil/Career-Management/Community-Management/Officer/Active-OCM/ Restricted-Line/Maritime-Space-Officer/. For more news from Chief of Naval Personnel, follow us on Facebook at https:// www.facebook.com/mynavyhr, Twitter at https://twitter.com/mynavyhr or visit https://www.navy.mil/cnp. NAVIFOR’s mission is to generate, directly and through our leadership of the IW Enterprise, agile and technically superior manned, trained, equipped, and certified combat-ready IW forces to ensure our Navy will decisively DETER, COMPETE, and WIN. For more information on NAVIFOR, visit the command Facebook page at https:// www.facebook.com/NavalInformationForces/ or the public web page at https:// www.navifor.usff.navy.mil.

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an all-time high with continued growth with its virtual events including 5K runs, baking and BBQ competitions and exclusive concerts. In addition, his team coordinated a Veterans Day event within the military resale community, and created the “We Believe” holiday campaign for NEX locations worldwide. “I am honored to once again receive the OnCon Top 100 Marketer Award,” said Honiball. “The team here at NEXCOM worked very hard this past year to ensure our NEX customers stayed involved and engaged during the pandemic. We serve the best customers in the world and it is a privilege to work every day on their behalf.” The OnCon Icon Awards recognize the top professionals and vendors in the world in the categories of marketing, human resources and legal. The OnCon Top 100 Marketer Award is given to an executive who has made a considerable impact on their organization and made strong contributions to their professional community through thought leadership.

For the second year in a row, Rich Honiball, Executive Vice President, Global Chief Merchandising & Marketing Officer for the Navy Exchange Service Command (NEXCOM) was awarded a 2022 OnCon Icon Award, Top 100 Marketer Award. The 2021 Awards were presented virtually on Jan. 19, 2022. (KRISTINE STURKIE)

unprecedented pace — we were able to negotiate critical vaccine purchases for donation, including to the poorest countries in the world, proving to our allies and partners that America is leading once again by the power of our example. “Your efforts are not just saving lives — they are helping us get our lives back. Working together, we can usher in a healthier and more hopeful future, not just for our country, but for the world. Thank you for all that you do. It truly matters.” The honorees, who each received the letter from Biden, are: • Defense Assisted Acquisition Team: Brent Ingraham, Marine Corps Col. Kevin Coughlin and Chantale Neira; • Army Contracting Command: Tom Dougherty and Hillary Roy; • Army Medical Research Command: Justin Coon and Denise Scott; • Army Acquisition Support Center: Joanne Abbott; and • Defense Acquisition University: Shannon Seay and Richard Brown.

said. “It could be critical to the survival of a newborn baby. It could give treatment to those with blood-borne illnesses, with certain cancers, for burn victims.” The ASBP ensures global military medical centers, hospitals and clinics have immediate and easy access to safe and viable blood and blood products. This includes whole blood, red blood cells, platelets, plasma and transfusible components derived from them. “But it’s not possible for ASBP to fulfill its mission if not for our donors,” Taylor said. In general, most people don’t think about blood until it’s needed, she added. Additionally, blood products will expire if left on the shelf for too long. Some blood products are only viable for a few days or weeks. “It needs to be on the shelf before the need arises,” Taylor said. National Blood Donor Month

storing, transporting, and distributing blood and products to ill or injured service members, their families, retirees and veterans around the world. Where can you donate? ASBP blood donor centers are located throughout the United States and at locations around the world. “We have over 20 donor centers, and many of them conduct mobile blood drives around their areas and sometimes in places further away on a regular basis,” Taylor explained. “As the Defense Department’s blood program, we are limited to collect at federally owned or leased properties only,” she said. “But we’re thankful for the many bases, academies, centers and more that help us make missions and sponsor regular blood drives.” Ready to donate? If you are able and eligible, find a blood drive or blood donor center near you at www.militarydonor.com.

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“Adequate blood supplies are a critical part of a ready medical force. Our medical providers must have everything they need to complete their mission, including blood. A donation can be done in as little as one hour and yield lifesaving blood products for surgical procedures, traumatic injuries, chronic illness and cancer treatment,” Place said. Blood is vital year-round “There is no substitute for blood,” said Taylor. “It’s a critical tool in saving lives.” Administered to treat various conditions, blood products are essential for warfighters in combat operations and for emergency use wherever they are, Taylor added. “It’s also necessary to conduct surgeries at military hospitals and clinics,” she

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Military leaders and medical providers have often expressed their gratitude for the many military community members who have participated in blood donor programs in recent years. National Blood Donor Month was established in January 1969 to address blood shortages during the holiday and winter season and to thank donors who have supported the nation’s blood supply throughout the year. As the official provider of blood products to the U.S. armed forces and military community, the ASBP helps ensure mission readiness around the world. “We focus on equipping the warfighter with the lifesaving blood and blood products they need on the battlefield as well as in military hospitals and clinics worldwide,” said Taylor. This includes collecting, processing,

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Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS Carl Vinson (CVN 70), front, and Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS Abraham Lincoln (CVN 72), transit the Philippine Sea while escorted by an MH-60S Sea Hawk, assigned to the“Black Knights”Helicopter Sea Combat Squadron (HSC) 4, Jan. 22, 2022. (COURTESY PHOTO)

U.S. Indo-Pacific Command Joint Force Conducts Dual Carrier Operations in South China Sea

By USS Carl Vinson Public Affairs

SOUTH CHINA SEA — Carl Vinson and Abraham Lincoln Carrier Strike Groups began dual carrier operations in the South China Sea, Jan. 23, 2022. The U.S. Navy Carrier Strike Groups, led by their flagships USS Carl Vinson (CVN 70) of Carrier Strike Group (CSG) 1 and USS Abraham Lincoln (CVN 72) of Carrier Strike Group (CSG) 3, will engage in joint operations to include enhanced maritime communication operations, anti-submarine warfare operations, air warfare operations, replenishments-at-sea, cross-deck flight operations and maritime interdiction operations to strengthen maritime integrated-at-sea operations and combat readiness. The training will be conducted in accordance with international law in international waters. “Our ability to rapidly aggregate and work collectively alongside CSG 3, highlights the U.S. Navy’s ability to deliver overwhelming maritime force, when called upon, to support a free and open Indo-Pacific region,” said Rear Adm. Dan Martin, commander, CSG 1. “We are committed to ensuring the lawful use of the sea and free flow of commerce while deterring those who challenge the shared vision of a free and open Indo-Pacific now and into the long-term future.”

The ships and aircraft of the two carrier strike groups, with over 14,000 Sailors and Marines, will conduct coordinated surface and air operations in a complex maritime environment to demonstrate the U.S. Indo-Pacific Command Joint Force’s ability to deliver a powerful maritime force. “Training with Carrier Strike Group 1 in the South China Sea is a tremendously valuable opportunity,” said Rear Adm. J.T. Anderson, commander, Carrier Strike Group (CSG) 3. “Operations like these allow us to improve our combat credible capability, reassure our allies and partners, and demonstrate our resolve as a Navy to ensure regional stability and counter malign influence.” Coordinated maritime engagements and operations in the South China Sea are part of the U.S. Navy’s routine presence in the Indo-Pacific. Since arriving in the U.S. 7th Fleet region in early September, CSG 1 units have participated in multiple operations and exercises notably: MALABAR 2021; MPX 2021; and several multi-carrier, multi-nation operations, including multiple allied carrier strike group operations in the Philippine Sea led by flagships USS Ronald Reagan (CVN 76) and USS Carl Vinson (CVN 70) joined by Japan Maritime Self-Defense Force’s (JMSDF) Hyuga-class

helicopter destroyer JS Ise (DDH 182) and the United Kingdom’s carrier strike group (CSG 21) led by HMS Queen Elizabeth (R08) in October 2021. More recently, CSG 1 participated in ANNUALEX 2021, an exercise in the Philippine Sea that featured five participating international navies: the Royal Australian Navy (RAN), Royal Canadian Navy (RCN), German Navy (GMN), Japan Maritime Self-Defense Force (JMSDF), and the U.S. Navy, strengthening collective readiness and maritime superiority. The VINCSG consists of CSG 1 including aircraft carrier USS Carl Vinson (CVN 70); Ticonderoga-class guided-missile cruiser USS Lake Champlain (CG 57); Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyers USS Stockdale (DDG 106) and USS Chafee (DDG 90) of Destroyer Squadron (DESRON) 1; Henry J. Kaiser-class Fleet replenishment ship USNS Yukon (T-AO 202); Lewis and Clark-class dry cargo and ammunition ship USNS Washington Chambers (T-AKE 11) and nine squadrons of embarked Carrier Air Wing (CVW) 2. CVW-2 consists of an F-35C squadron, the “Argonauts” of Strike Fighter Squadron (VFA) 147; three F/A-18E/F Super Hornet squadrons, the “Bounty Hunters” of VFA-2, the “Stingers” of VFA-113, and the “Golden Dragons” of VFA-192; the “Gauntlets” of Electronic Attack

U.S. Navy Interdicts Stateless Vessel Previously Caught Smuggling Weapons By NAVCENT Public Affairs MANAMA, Bahrain — On Jan. 18, U.S. 5th Fleet ships interdicted a stateless fishing vessel in the Gulf of Oman that was caught smuggling illicit weapons off the coast of Somalia last year. Guided-missile destroyer USS Cole (DDG 67) and patrol coastal ship USS Chinook (PC 9) interdicted the stateless vessel transiting from Iran in waters outside of any state’s territorial sea along a route historically used to traffic weapons to the Houthis in Yemen. During a flag verification boarding and subsequent search, U.S. forces discovered 40 tons of urea fertilizer, a chemical compound with agricultural applications that is also known to be used as an explo-

Squadron (VAQ) 136, operating the EA-18G Growler; the “Black Eagles” of Airborne Command and Control Squadron (VAW) 113, operating the E-2D Advanced Hawkeye; the “Titans” of Fleet Logistics Multi-Mission Squadron (VRM) 30, operating the CMV-22B Osprey; the “Black Knights” of Helicopter Sea Combat Squadron (HSC) 4, operating the MH-60S Sea Hawk; and the “Blue Hawks” of Helicopter Maritime Strike Squadron (HSM) 78, operating the MH-60R Sea Hawk. The ABECSG consists of CSG 3 including aircraft carrier USS Abraham Lincoln (CVN 72); Carrier Air Wing (CVW) 9; Destroyer Squadron 21; the Ticonderoga-class guided-missile cruiser USS Mobile Bay (CG 53); and the Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyers USS Fitzgerald (DDG 62), USS Gridley (DDG 101), USS Sampson (DDG 102) and USS Spruance (DDG 111). CVW 9 consists of an F-35C squadron, the “Black Knights” of Marine Fighter Attack Squadron (VMFA) 314; three F/A-18E/F Super Hornet squadrons, the “Tophatters” of Strike Fighter Squadron (VFA) 14; “Black Aces” of Strike Fighter Squadron (VFA) 41, the “Vigilantes” of Strike Fighter Squadron (VFA) 151; Turn to U.S.Indo-Paciﬁc, Page 7

Water Testing Results Released for Pearl City Peninsula (Zone A1) By U.S. Paciﬁc Fleet Public Affairs

Guided-missile destroyer USS Cole (DDG 67) transfers control of a stateless ﬁshing vessel to the Yemen Coast Guard in the Gulf of Oman, Jan. 21. (COURTESY PHOTO)

sive precursor. The vessel was the same stateless dhow interdicted in February 2021 off the coast of Somalia by guided-missile destroyer USS Winston S. Churchill (DDG 81) and discovered to be carrying weapons. Among the cache of weapons seized during the February 2021 interdiction were thousands of AK-47 assault rifles, light machine guns, heavy sniper rifles, rocket-propelled grenade launchers and crew served weapons. The inventory also included barrels, stocks, optical scopes and weapon systems. Following the Jan. 18 interdiction, the U.S. Navy transferred the vessel, cargo and

five Yemeni crewmembers to Yemen Coast Guard officials Jan. 21. U.S. naval forces regularly perform maritime security operations in the Middle East to ensure the free flow of legitimate trade and to disrupt the transport of illicit cargo that often funds terrorism and other unlawful activity. The U.S. 5th Fleet area of operations encompasses approximately 2.5 million square miles of water area and includes the Arabian Gulf, Gulf of Oman, Red Sea, parts of the Indian Ocean and three critical choke points at the Strait of Hormuz, Suez Canal and Strait of Bab al Mandeb.

JOINT BASE PEARL HARBOR-HICKAM, Hawaii — The U.S. Navy released system flushing data validated by the Interagency Drinking Water System Team (IDWST) for the Pearl City Peninsula (Zone A1) today. “The data we are releasing today demonstrates that the testing is working as designed,” said Karl Banks, one of several drinking water experts from the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency working as part of the IDWST. “This flushing, testing, and evaluation process will ensure that safe drinking water is restored to the residents and workers at JBPHH.” A summary of the lab results can be found here: https://www.cpf.navy.mil/Portals/52/ Downloads/JBPHH-Water-Updates/Flushing_Zone_A1_IDWST%20Stage_2_Data_ Release_22JAN2022.pdf and the complete Turn to Water Testing, Page 7

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White Paper offers bottom line solutions to stop milspouse unemployment lip service By Lisa Smith Molinari I sometimes feel disconnected from military spouses, since my husband retired from the Navy five years ago. As a veteran spouse, I no longer endure PCS moves and deployments, which are cornerstones of active duty life, affecting everything from children’s education to mental well-being, to finances and marriage. Now, when I write about these issues, I research what today’s active duty spouses go through. However, there is one milspouse matter that affected me in such a profound way, my life has been forever changed — The military spouse unemployment problem. Simply put, marrying a navy man killed my career as an attorney. I tried to keep it alive for many years by getting two licenses, faithfully reading legal reviews, paying my student loans and bar dues, and taking part-time research jobs. One year, I mustered the courage to ask the local DA if he’d allow me to volunteer at his office while I studied for the Virginia bar exam. As milspouse luck would have it, that was the same month my husband informed me he was deploying for a year. When he got home, we moved overseas. The life support plug got pulled, and my litigation career took its last breath. Stories like mine are powerful proof that the military spouse unemployment rate, which has stubbornly stagnated at 22% (seven times the national average) for more than a decade, is a crisis. Milspouse unemployment and

underemployment contributes significantly to force retention, financial stresses, and a host of other military concerns. However, the National Military Spouse Network (NMSN) has released its 2022 White Paper, “The Military Spouse Employment Dilemma: The Multi-Million Dollar Question That No One Is Asking…Until Now”, indicating that, despite an abundance of anecdotal evidence, there is a “lack of urgency” among military leaders and politicians to affect true change. The Paper contains a chart outlining sixteen federal programs, initiatives and hiring incentives addressing military spouse unemployment. However, data shows these programs have been ineffective. Although they help spouses find employment, spouses often can’t retain those jobs through subsequent PCS moves, making them less likely to advance and qualify for retirement benefits. “In the past, just finding a spouse any job was the problem. Now, it’s finding a spouse a career they can grow and keep,” the Paper explains. Clearly, anecdotal evidence is not enough. “If we are brave enough to share our stories, then we should be bold enough to offer solutions,” Sue Hoppin, Air Force veteran spouse and founder and president of NMSN, told me in a recent interview. Although Sue has seen a sincere willingness on Capitol Hill to listen to spouses’ unemployment stories in recent years, she said they won’t act unless military spouses offer answers. “It’s our responsibility,” Sue explained. As such, the Paper lists clear recommenda-

tions for the DoD, including establishing databased metrics measuring the bottom-line effectiveness of employment programs, creating milspouse employment “lifecycle maps” to identify problem phases, and promoting awareness of existing employment programs. “NMSN started publishing White Papers [in 2019] to provide solutions, one of which has been signed into law. Together, we’ve figured out how to be more strategic about military spouse unemployment issues,” Sue said. Curious, I asked about Sue’s own career path. A well-educated daughter of a USAID contractor, Sue aspired to attend law school and pursue her own diplomatic goals. “But then, I met my Air Force husband,” she said, soon finding herself a stay-at-home military mom on McConnell Air Force Base in Wichita, Kansas. Volunteering offered Sue work with paid childcare, but she struggled to find meaningful employment after each move. After attending graduate school, Sue thought her impressive education, volunteer experiences, and fluency in several languages would finally land her a good job. “No one really cared,” she said, telling the all-too-familiar tale of military spouse unemployment. Fortunately, Sue found her calling in 2010, when she founded NMSN. Ever diplomatic, Sue concluded, “We can’t just share our problems, we have to offer our leaders opportunities to help us.” Undiplomatically, I say, our leaders better take action, or they can take their lip service and kiss my milspouse bottom line.”

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From Military Onesource As a male military spouse, you are part of a community that values you. While you and your wife may be comfortable with your role in the family, you have probably learned that not everyone understands your place in the community. By learning about what to expect in your role as a male military spouse, you can keep your marriage strong and manage your expectations so that the military community becomes your support. What to expect when your spouse is in the military Military spouses are predominately female. As a male military spouse, you face some of the following situations: • Other people assume you’re the service member. You may find yourself explaining to people over and over again that you’re a civilian and your spouse is a service member. • You may feel isolated. This is particularly true if you move to a new location where you don’t have family or friends. You may have little in common with the other spouses, who could be mostly women. You may have left your job or sources of social support behind. • You may feel uneasy because your spouse spends so much time with other men. If you feel anxious because most of your spouse’s unit is male, talk with your spouse or a professional counselor about your concerns before your feelings affect your marriage. • Your role in the marriage may clash with your identity as a male. Role reversals can be difficult for any couple and can be especially challenging in the military setting, which emphasizes traditional ideas of masculinity. You may find yourself being a stay-at-home parent. Adjusting to being a male civilian spouse The military is becoming more aware of the unique needs of male spouses, but the spouse support system is still primarily geared toward women. Don’t let this discourage you. Here are some ideas to help you adjust to military life as a male spouse: • Think of ways you’ve adjusted to new

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situations in the past. You’ve done it before, whether it was going to college, starting a job or getting married. Think about how you adjusted to those changes before. • Connect with people and organizations. Look for groups like clubs, civic groups, sports teams and faith-based groups to help build your support network and get involved with the community. • Take advantage of Morale, Welfare and Recreation activities, events and trips. They offer outdoor recreation opportunities, fitness classes, sports programs and a range of other classes and services designed to help you meet other people with similar interests. • Reach out to other couples like you and your spouse. It can help to be with someone who’s in the same situation as you. • Focus on your own career. Being a military spouse doesn’t mean you can’t have a career, too. The Spouse Education and Career Opportunities program offers access to the My Career Advancement Account Scholarship for eligible spouses, certified career coaches through Military OneSource, and more than 500 employers as part of the Military Spouse Employment Partnership. • Make time to do things you enjoy as a couple. Military life can be busy, and taking time together to do positive, fun things can

easily get pushed to the back burner. Make the time and focus on enjoying yourselves, even if that means agreeing not to talk about certain issues during those times. Talk openly as a couple. Keeping the lines of communication open with your spouse is vital to maintaining a strong relationship. Getting support Know when and where to get help if your marriage is starting to show signs of strain, or if you need help dealing with your stress. Consider the following suggestions: • Check out the Re the We campaign for ideas, tips and resources to rekindle, repair or reset your relationship. You may also want to call Military OneSource at 800-342-9647 to talk to someone about your relationship and receive support and suggestions. • Contact a good friend or family member who you feel comfortable talking with or visit the chaplain on your installation. • If you are in crisis, call the Military Crisis Line 24 hours a day (800-273-8255 and Press 1). Even though most military spouses are female, you can still fit in and make military life a positive experience. There are plenty of opportunities, both on the installation and in the community, to enjoy the military lifestyle and become comfortable in your role.

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An F/A-18F Super Hornet, left, and an E/A-18G Growler, assigned to Air Test and Evaluation Squadron (VX) 23, are positioned on one of USS Gerald R. Ford’s (CVN 78) aircraft elevators prior to being lifted from the hangar bay to the ﬂight deck. Ford is currently conducting Aircraft Compatibility Testing to further test its Electromagnetic Aircraft Launch Systems (EMALS) and Advanced Arresting Gear (AAG). (COURTESY PHOTO)

NAVSUP WSS awards Boeing contract for F/A-18 landing gear overhaul By Brian Jones

NAVSUP Weapon Systems Support Public Affairs

PHILADELPHIA, PA, — Naval Supply Systems Command Weapon Systems Support (NAVSUP WSS), Fixed Wing Contracts awarded the Boeing Company of St. Louis, Missouri, an $85-million Delivery Order under the Basic Ordering Agreement for the overhaul of 40 ship-sets of the F/A-18 Landing Gear System Nov. 30, 2021. The contract includes left side and right side Main Landing Gear and Nose Landing Gear Assemblies in support of the F/A-18E/F Super Hornet and EA-18G Growler aircraft. The F/A-18 and EA-18G Program Office (PMA-265) implemented this overhaul program to replace the current compo-

nents and assemblies due to Service Life Assessment Program/Service Life Extension Program analysis for the F/A-18 which increased flight hours and landing limits. This award includes a Public Private Partnership with Fleet Readiness Center-Southwest and will support PMA-265’s desired timeline to overhaul Main Landing Gear and Nose Landing Gear assemblies. PMA-265’s strategy is for the replacement and overhaul of the complete Main Landing Gear and Nose Landing Gear Weapons Replaceable Assemblies rather than fragmented support through individual Shop Replaceable Assembly repairs. The overhaul program will leverage commercial and organic capability and capacity to replace and overhaul complete Main Landing Gear

and Nose Landing Gear ship sets. The NAVSUP WSS Fixed Wing Contracts Team worked closely with all stakeholders, including the F/A-18 Integrated Weapons Support Team, Fleet Support Team, Boeing, Defense Contract Management Agency, NAVAIR PMA-265, and Fleet Readiness Center-Southwest to reach successful and critical awards for both the Main Landing Gear and Nose Landing Gear replacement spares and corresponding overhaul contract. “The synchronized Procurement (spares) and Overhaul (repair) Main Landing Gear and Nose Landing Gear program allows end-to-end supply chain visibility, greater supplier efficiency and improved lead times to meet the required delivery schedule,” said Lt. Cmdr. Hisham Semaan, director, fixed

wing contracts. The overhaul is scheduled to begin in January 2022 with inductions running through September 2023. Final delivery is expected by April 2024. “This award provides optimal support for F/A-18 E-G combat flight operations. Without this vehicle, which will allow overhaul performance to begin immediately, landing gear components would continue to corrode and rust, making them a landing risk, and the F/A-18 would not be able to perform its mission,” said Lt. Cmdr. Peter Kojm, branch head, F/A-18 air vehicles. NAVSUP WSS is one of eleven commands under Commander, NAVSUP. Headquartered in Mechanicsburg, Pennsylvania, and employing a diverse, worldwide workforce of more than 22,500 military and civilian personnel. NAVSUP’s mission is to provide supplies, services, and quality-of-life support to the Navy and joint warfighter. Learn more at www.navsup.navy.mil, www. facebook.com/navsupwss and https://twitter.com/navsupsyscom.

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NAS Pensacola Morale, Welfare and Recreation Director Retires After Decades of Service By Joshua Cox

Naval Air Station Pensacola

PENSACOLA, FL — Kerry Shanaghan has served Naval Air Station (NAS) Pensacola since the late 1990s, first as the executive officer of the installation, and then as the Morale, Welfare and Recreation (MWR) and Child and Youth Programs (CYP) director. Shanaghan, known as “Shans” here, retired at the end of December after a successful and distinguished career with the U.S. Navy and MWR. “I was born in Virginia Beach, Virginia, but my dad was a naval aviator so we moved all over the place,” Shanaghan said. “I never really called any place home until we moved (to Pensacola) and I’ve been here since 1998. So this is the longest I’ve ever lived in one place.” Shanaghan began his naval career at the United States Naval Academy in Annapolis, Md. “I went to the Naval Academy — I was in the class of 1979,” he said. “Yes, it was a long time ago.” Shanaghan was a naval aviator and flew A-6 Intruders for most of his career, primarily stationed on NAS Oceana. He served on seven deployments on various aircraft carriers to include the USS Independence (CV-62), USS Theodore Roosevelt (CVN-71) and USS Saratoga (CV-60). “I was in Grenada and Lebanon for the things that took place there in 1983 onboard the USS Independence,” he said. During his career as a naval aviator, he also served as a landing signal officer (LSO) on aircraft carriers. He was a landing signal officer onboard USS Theodore Roosevelt for its initial cruise with Carrier Air Wing Eight. “Being an LSO was very fulfilling because you’re the last thing between someone hitting the deck wrong or crashing on the back end of the ship,” he said. “You’re out there in all sorts of weather conditions.” There were several pilots who came up to me and thanked me for bringing them on board on a particularly scary night when they were junior officers, he said. It was a tough job, but it was fulfilling. He was the chief test director with Air Test and Evaluation Squadron Nine (VX-9) at Naval Air Weapons Station China Lake and was also stationed in Japan for several years. I did a lot of test and evaluation work when I was chief test director, he said. “We developed software and new weapon systems for the aircraft assigned out there, which included A-6s, F-18s, Harriers and Cobras for the Marine Corps,” he explained. Shanaghan came to NAS Pensacola as the executive officer in 1998, retired in 2002 and was in the Navy for a total of 23 years. Following his retirement from the Navy, Shanaghan was asked to fill the vacant MWR regional director position on NAS Pensacola. At the time, he was in charge of MWR activities on NAS Pensacola and NAS Whiting Field. Shanaghan said a lot has changed since he accepted the job as MWR director nearly 20

Kerry Shanaghan speaks to a crowd during a Darius Rucker concert event July 4, 2015 onboard Naval Air Station (NAS) Pensacola. Shanaghan is particularly proud of the special events MWR has provided to the NAS Pensacola community over the years. (COURTESY PHOTO)

years ago — the region’s structure was modified, however, the MWR mission remained on NAS Pensacola and continued to grow. As MWR director, Shanaghan made single service members and families onboard NAS Pensacola a priority, and his goal was to always provide the absolute best programs and services for MWR and CYP patrons. While Shanaghan was MWR director, the department provided NAS Pensacola personnel with a myriad of activities and programs — all evolving and changing throughout the year to accommodate the turnover of personnel here. The MWR team operates the A.C. Read Golf Course, two marinas, a movie theater, bowling alley, library, a modern liberty center for students and unaccompanied personnel, multiple fitness centers with the latest equipment and classes, outdoor recreation areas and campgrounds — just to list a few. Shanaghan is particularly proud of the special events MWR has provided to the NAS Pensacola community over the years. “We’ve done a lot of high-end entertainment, particularly in the concert world, up through 2019,” he said. “Probably the most fun I had was the Independence Day concert in 2015 with Darius Rucker. We must have had 15 to 20,000 people — it was free. Everybody came from all around — we had a big fireworks display that night.”

In Shanaghan’s time here, MWR coordinated visits by celebrities like University of Alabama head football coach Nick Saban and NASCAR Cup Champion Kyle Busch. MWR coordinated Family Luau events, winter sledding with artificial snow, U.S. Navy Blue Angels Homecoming Airshow activities, and even therapy pig visits to NAS Pensacola. Over the course of 20 years, several major hurricanes hit the southeast region, and MWR was ready to serve following disaster. Shanaghan said Hurricane Katrina in Louisiana and a major storm near Naval Station Guantanamo Bay forced evacuations of military personnel and civilians to NAS Pensacola. For several weeks in the wake of both storms, MWR was responsible for providing entertainment and programs for evacuees who were displaced due to the devastating weather. After Hurricane Katrina the MWR staff, along with Fleet and Family and some other folks, put together a program to entertain the evacuees every day for two months, he said. Shanaghan’s team has earned multiple awards under his leadership, including 5-Star Accreditations from the Commander, Navy Installations Command (CNIC) MWR Accreditation Program. “We were the first base to be accredited as a 5-Star, and we’ve been a 5-Star base every year,” he said. “We also won the National Recreation

and Parks Association Gold Medal Award, which is presented to the best of the DoD bases worldwide.” NAS Pensacola’s campground was also voted best Military RV park in the southeast. “I’m proud of everything that we have done here at MWR,” he said. There has been hitches and glitches along the way, just like with anything else, he said. But the people that are in place right now are working harder than ever because of the COVID-19 pandemic. We’re trying to figure out programming in an ever-changing environment. “Working with ‘Shans’ was a unique learning experience,” said Jack Reed, NAS Pensacola MWR Operations. “He always ensured our patrons experienced the best of what MWR offered. During his almost 20 years at MWR, we achieved many accolades, which was a reflection of his leadership and allowing us to implement new ideas.” Shanaghan said he doesn’t have any big plans following retirement, but plans to stay active in the community and referee youth soccer. He also said he plans to support his wife while she returns to college to study nursing and social work. “My wife was a Navy nurse, I was a Navy pilot,” he said. “She has a wonderful heart for those types of things, and she supported me all during this time.”

IWTC Monterey Honors Fallen Navy Linguist By YN1 Class Ryan Bradford

Center For Information Warfare Training

MONTEREY, Calif. — Information Warfare Training Command Monterey held a memorial ceremony honoring Senior Chief Cryptologic Technician Interpretive Shannon Kent, on the eve of the third anniversary of the attack that took her life. Following the ceremony, the command held an honor run through the Presidio of Monterey. “Running these Presidio hills is tough,” remarked Cmdr. Josie Moore, commanding officer, IWTC Monterey. “We honor Senior Chief Kent’s memory by pushing ourselves, building physical and mental toughness as a result.” The honor run began in the area of base known as the “Navy Yard,” which was formally dedicated to Kent on August 21, 2019. “It was great to see the Sailors pushing themselves and each other so hard in order to honor Senior Chief Kent,” said Chief Cryptologic Technician Interpretive James Payne, who led the ceremony. “It is humbling to see Senior Chief Kent’s will, determination, and memory live on in the next generation of Navy linguists.” In November 2018, Kent deployed to Syria as part of a highly skilled, multi-disciplined armed forces task force involved in critical and demanding intelligence work. Kent was killed in action by an improvised explosive

To pay tribute to the sacriﬁce of Senior Chief Cryptologic Technician Interpretive Shannon Kent, who was killed in action in Manbij, Syria, Jan. 16, 2019, Sailors from Information Warfare Training Command Monterey held a memorial ceremony and participated in an honor run through the Presidio of Monterey on Jan. 14, 2022. (COURTESY PHOTO)

device detonated by a suicide bomber in the city of Manbij, in northern Syria on Jan. 16, 2019. IWTC Monterey, as part of the Center for Information Warfare Training (CIWT), provides a continuum of foreign language training to Navy personnel, which prepares them to conduct information warfare across the full spectrum of military operations. With four schoolhouse commands, two detachments, and training sites through-

out the United States and Japan, CIWT is recognized as Naval Education and Training Command’s top learning center for the past two years. Training more than 22,000 students every year, CIWT delivers trained information warfare professionals to the Navy and joint services. CIWT also offers more than 200 courses for cryptologic technicians, intelligence specialists, information systems technicians, electronics technicians, and officers in the information warfare

community. For more on Information Warfare Training Command Monterey, visit http://www. netc.navy.mil/centers/ciwt/IWTCmonterey/ and http://www.monterey.army.mil/Service_ Units/IWTC_Monterey.html, or find them on Facebook. For more news from Center for Information Warfare Training organization, visit https://www.netc.navy.mil/CIWT/ or http:// www.facebook.com/NavyCIWT.

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Visit from Navy’s top ﬁnancial director highlights NUWC Division Newport’s ﬁscal health By Naval Undersea Warfare Center Division Newport Public Affairs

NEWPORT, RI — A visit from the Navy’s top financial director, Rear Adm. John Gumbleton, on Jan. 6 provided an opportunity to spotlight the Naval Undersea Warfare Center (NUWC) Division Newport’s fiscal management process. “It is a rare occasion to be visited by the Navy’s top financial director and we were able to provide him with a strong appreciation of the amazing financial and business management efforts that Newport has performed for decades,” Division Newport Comptroller Adam Macksoud said. “He expressed his support of the Navy Working Capital Fund (NWCF) model and its benefits to enabling our mission, but warned of complacency over the long term. “He understands Division Newport has a strong and highly effective financial management team, but challenged us to become more efficient and look for ways to keep supporting the larger Navy goals.” Through the working capital model, Division Newport accepted over $1.4 billion in funding in fiscal year 2021 and expects to meet or exceed that amount in 2022. The full economic report can be viewed at: https://www.navsea. navy.mil/Portals/103/Documents/NUWC_ Newport/NUWCDivisionNewportEconomicReport2021.pdf Gumbleton serves as the Deputy Assistant Secretary of the Navy for Budget (FMB), as well as the director of the Fiscal Management Division, N82, within the Office of the Chief of Naval Operations (CNO). During Gumbleton’s visit, Macksoud provided the admiral with a number of details exemplifying how the Comptroller Department is a critical cog in Division Newport’s success. “We discussed how Division Newport manages its hiring around our technical and business gaps, the challenges of sustaining our key infrastructure and how we proactively make constant adjustments to our financial posture as the budget process moves further into the fiscal year,” Macksoud said. “We highlighted our successful financial performance contributions to the Navy’s bottom-line and overall cash position. “Our business strengths, coupled with the tours of our technical labs and waterfront facilities provided him with a strong appreciation of our organization.” As Macksoud mentioned, Division Newport operates under an NWCF model. This means that Division Newport functions under business financial management principles in a buyer-and-seller approach. More information on how a NWCF works is available at: https://

Rear Adm. John Gumbleton (right), Deputy Assistant Secretary of the Navy for Budget and director of the Fiscal Management Division, N82, within the Office of the Chief of Naval Operations, is briefed by Adam Macksoud, the Naval Undersea Warfare Center Division Newport comptroller, on the center’s ﬁscal management process during a visit on Jan. 6, 2022. Assisting with the brieﬁng is Christine Nagelhout (left), head, Budget Division, Comptroller Department. (DAVID STOEHR)

sgp.fas.org/crs/natsec/IF11233.pdf The Comptroller Department is responsible for a number of critical tasks as a means to ensure the fiscal health of the organization. These include, but are not limited to, managing travel services; administrating all incoming and outgoing funding; coordinating financial planning, analysis and monitoring of all programs; developing and monitoring operating budgets; and providing all accounting services and payroll customer service support. Macksoud noted, though, all this does not happen solely in the Comptroller Department. The support provided by the Contracts Department, Corporate Operations Department, and financial experts embedded in the technical codes also is critical. “I have always said that Division Newport could not be the Navy’s premier lab for undersea warfare without the world-class professionals of the support departments,” Macksoud said. “These departments provide the business foun-

dation, which allows our engineering and scientific community to achieve the highest levels of technical excellence to the fleet. “For the past 13 years, I have had the honor of being the department head of the Comptroller Department and continue to be impressed every day at the depth of their financial knowledge, professionalism and dedication to the Division Newport mission.” NUWC Division Newport is a shore command of the U.S. Navy within the Naval Sea Systems Command, which engineers, builds and supports America’s fleet of ships and combat systems. NUWC Newport provides research, development, test and evaluation, engineering and fleet support for submarines, autonomous underwater systems, undersea offensive and defensive weapons systems, and countermeasures associated with undersea warfare. NUWC Newport is the oldest warfare center in the country, tracing its heritage to the Naval Torpedo Station established on Goat Island

in Newport Harbor in 1869. Commanded by Capt. Chad Hennings, NUWC Newport maintains major detachments in West Palm Beach, Florida, and Andros Island in the Bahamas, as well as test facilities at Seneca Lake and Fisher’s Island, New York, Leesburg, Florida, and Dodge Pond, Connecticut. Join our team! NUWC Division Newport, one of the 20 largest employers in Rhode Island, employs a diverse, highly trained, educated, and skilled workforce. We are continuously looking for engineers, scientists, and other STEM professionals, as well as talented business, finance, logistics and other support experts who wish to be at the forefront of undersea research and development. Please connect with NUWC Division Newport Recruiting at this site - https://www. navsea.navy.mil/Home/Warfare-Centers/ NUWC-Newport/Career-Opportunities/ and follow us on LinkedIn @NUWC-Newport and on Facebook @NUWCNewport.

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EOD Mobile Unit 11 Holds Change of Command

By Lt. John Mike

Explosive Ordnance Disposal Group One Public Affairs

IMPERIAL BEACH, CA, — Explosive Ordnance Disposal Mobile Unit (EODMU) 11 welcomed its newest leader during a change-ofcommand ceremony at Naval Outlying Landing Field Imperial Beach, Calif., Jan. 21. Cmdr. James Higgins relieved Cmdr. Matt Fay in front of friends, family members, and EODMU-11 personnel as part of an outdoor ceremony at the unit’s headquarters. Fay took command of EODMU-11 in March 2020. While serving as its commanding officer, he deployed as a Task Force Commander

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lab results can be found here: https://www.cpf. navy.mil/Portals/52/Downloads/JBPHH-Water-Updates/Flushing_Zone_A1_Lab_Reports_ Stage_2_Data_Release_22Jan2022.pdf. Samples met Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and Hawaii Department of Health (DOH) criteria for Total Petroleum Hydrocarbons (TPH) and safe drinking water standards. Based on these test results, flushing teams have been conducting residential and non-residential flushing after residents were notified. The residential and non-residential building flushing data will be made available once it has been validated and reviewed by the IDWST. The following information is provided to help interpret the data: - The Total Petroleum Hydrocarbons (TPH) test is one of the most common tests performed by certified laboratories. - Maximum Contaminant Levels (MCLs) are established by the EPA and are the maximum permissible level of contaminants in water

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“Wizards” of Electronic Attack Squadron (VAQ) 133, operating the EA-18G Growler; “Wallbangers” of Carrier Airborne Early Warning Squadron (VAW) 117, operating the E-2D Advanced Hawkeye; “Titans” of Fleet Logistics Multi-Mission Squadron (VRM) 30, operating the CMV-22B Osprey; “Chargers” of Helicopter Sea Combat Squadron (HSC) 14 operating the MH-60S Sea Hawk; and “Raptors” of Helicopter Maritime Strike Squadron (HSM) 71, operating the MH-60R Sea Hawk. As the U.S. Navy’s largest forward deployed fleet, U.S. 7th Fleet routinely operates between 50-70 ships and submarines and 140 aircraft with approximately 20,000 Sailors. U.S. 7th Fleet’s area of operation spans more than 124 million square kilometers, stretching from the International Date Line to the India/Pakistan border; and from the Kuril Islands in the North to the Antarctic in the South Pacific, providing security and stability to the region.

to U.S. 5th Fleet and oversaw the deployment of EODMU-11 platoons that supported the fleet and joint forces in a wide range of operations. Fay credited the unit’s successes during his tenure to the hard work of its people. “Whenever the call was there, you answered it and did the job,” said Fay during his farewell speech. His next assignment will be serving as deputy commander of Explosive Ordnance Disposal Group (EODGRU) 1 in Coronado, Calif. Keynote speaker, Commodore, EODGRU-1 Capt. Ken Kleinschnittger, commended the work ethic of the Sailors and civilians at the unit during Fay’s command. “They did it with character. They did it with

heart, and they were taking guidance straight from you, and [Cmdr. Fay], I appreciate it,” said Kleinschnittger. Higgins is serving his third assignment with EODMU-11, and during his speech said he is excited to see what the unit will accomplish in the upcoming years. “I am honored to be your commanding officer and proud to be a part of your team,” said Higgins. EODMU-11 is a component of EODGRU-1 that clears explosive hazards to provide access to denied areas, secures the undersea domain for freedom of maneuver, builds and fosters relationships with capable and trusted partners, and protects the homeland.

which is delivered to any user of a public water system. - Environmental Action Levels (EALs) are established by the Hawaii DOH and are concentrations of contaminants in drinking water and other media (e.g., soil, soil gas, and groundwater) below which the contaminants are assumed to not pose a significant threat to human health or the environment. Exceeding the Tier 1 EAL does not necessarily indicate that contamination at the site poses environmental hazards but generally warrants additional investigation. - All values are in micrograms per liter (µg/L) which is equal to parts per billion (PPB). - The Method Detection Limit (MDL) is the lowest concentration at which an analyte (chemical subject that is being analyzed) can be detected in a sample. Please continue to follow the Hawaii DOH’s Nov. 29, 2021: Public Health Advisory for JPBHH at https://health.hawaii.gov/news/ files/2021/11/21-165-DOH-advises-Navy-water-system-consumers-not-to-drink-consumetap-water.pdf For more information on water recovery efforts, please see: https://www.cpf.navy.mil/ JBPHH-Water-Updates/

A Naval Facilities Engineering Systems Command contractor collects a water screening sample in support of Joint Base Pearl Harbor-Hickam (JBPHH) water quality recovery efforts. communities through testing, treatment, and repair. (MCSN CHRIS THOMAS)

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The Broadway National Tour sensation, Jersey Boys the Musical taking over Chrysler Hall

(l to r) Eric Chambliss, Jon Hacker, Devon Goffman, Matt Faucher and the Company of JERSEY BOYS. (JOAN MARCUS)

Interview conducted by Yiorgo Get Ready Hampton Roads Area. SevenVenues Broadway in Norfolk Series, has outdone itself again. The Tony, Grammy and Olivier Award-winning Broadway musical Jersey Boys, will play this weekend January 28th -30th at Chrysler Hall. It is the story of Frankie Valli and The Four Seasons. The group consisted of Frankie Valli, Bob Gaudio, Tommy DeVito and Nick Massi. They were four blue-collar boys from the wrong side of the tracks who became one of the biggest American pop music sensations of all time. Before they were 30 years old, the guys wrote their own songs, invented their own sound and sold 175 million records worldwide. Winner of 65 major awards, it has been seen by over 27 million people worldwide as of July, 2021. The show features all their hits including “Sherry,” “Big Girls Don’t Cry,” “Oh What A Night,” “Walk Like A Man,” “Can’t Take My Eyes Off You,” “Beggin’ ” and “Working My Way Back To You.” Everyone is raving about this incredible show. The New York Post says, “Too good to be true!” The New York Times says, “The crowd goes wild!” And the Chicago Tribune says, “The most exciting musical Broadway has seen in years.” From Oprah Winfrey, “Go see Jersey Boys. It’s just the best show... The biggest musical act on Broadway.” To Frankie Avalon, “This is my fourth time, and hopefully I’ll get to see it another thirty times.” And Angela Bassett, “I’ve come to learn that if it’s good, see it again. It’s like catching lightning in a bottle. See it as many times as you can.” For tickets and more info, go to https://www. sevenvenues.com/events/detail/jersey-boys Yiorgo: With us on the phone is John

Hacker who plays Frankie Valli in the NationaltourofJerseyBoys.Whyshould people come to Chrysler Hall and see this incredible musical? What will they experience and get out of it? Jon Hacker: Everyone should come see this show because this music is multi-generational. It transcends the time period that I was created in. There is something for everyone in this show. I think everyone can relate to this show. It truly is one of the greatest shows of all time. Y: This is not a tribute concert, it’s a musical play and it’s their story. Tell us a little bit about it. JH: Jersey Boys is the true story of four blue-collar guys from New Jersey, who become one the most popular Rock n Roll/Pop bands of all time. Y: What was your original audition process like, auditioning for Bob Gaudio and can you talk about Frankie Camp? JH:I auditioned forJerseyBoysmonthsbefore I was called into Frankie camp in 2015. Frankie camp was a week’s worth of workshopping all of the Frankie Valli material in the show and ultimatelyauditioning withthat for the creativeteam. Meeting Bob Gaudio for the first time was very surreal. He is patient, intelligent and everything I thought he would be. Y; How did you get the part of Frankie and how long have you been playing him? JH: I auditioned and was cast in the Broadway Production of Jersey Boys in 2016. I was cast as JOE PESCI and covered Frankie Valli. Once the Broadway show closed, I moved to the Off Broadway Production in the same role. I decided I wanted to audition for the JerseyBoys Tour, but I knew that I wanted to be Frankie. I auditioned

for the tour in 2019 and was cast as Frankie Valli. The rest is history! Y: What is it like playing the role of Frankie, how do you prepare your voice and body to be ready night after night? JH: Playing Frankie every nightis alwaysmagical and unexpected. I grew up on this music and it means so much to me to look out into the audience and see them enjoying it as much as I do. To prepare, each day I warm up and warm down properly, stay extra hydrated and have a few throat sprays and lozenges that I like to use. Y: How did you meet Frankie the ﬁrst time and what feedback did he give you? JH: I first met Frankie Valli when I was doing the Broadway Production of Jersey Boys. He has always been very supportive and kind to every-

one. You can tell he really loves and is proud of this show. Y: How are you able to handle 15 costume changes? JH: The costume changes are all thanks to the Wardrobe team. We have a few people on the Wardrobe crew that travel with us and we also get locals in each city to help with the changes for everyone. They are rockstars. Y: What is your favorite number or moment in the show and why? JH: It may sound cliché, but, “Can’t Take My Eyes Off of You” is my favorite moment in the show. To see the audience’s reaction to a song that means so much to them, makes everything I do worthwhile. Y: Where were you born? How did you fallinlovewithmusicaltheatre?Areyour parents supportive? JH: I was born and raised in Cincinnati, OH. I started out as an athlete and got into theater late, after trying out show choir in high school. It was suggested to me to start auditioning for musicals and I’ve been hooked ever since. My parents have always encouraged me to go after my dreams. Y: Can you share a wow, pinch me moment? JH: This moment, for me, was one of the first times I went on as Frankie Valli on Broadway and found out that one of my idols, Aaron Paul, was in the audience. I talked to him after the show and he told me how much he admired what I did and said that I should be very proud. I told him that I felt the exact same way about his work. Yiorgo is an arts, entertainment and sports writer. A stage, TV and movie actor, he is also a sports entertainer, educator, motivational speaker, writer, storyteller and columnist.

publicly: • Saturday, February 26, Chrysler Museum of Art Kaufman Theatre 1 pm - 2 pm Hybrid (Live/Virtual)* • Friday, March 11th Wells Theatre 3 pm - 5 pm Hybrid (Live/Virtual)** Link for tickets About Teens With a Purpose Mission to create a platform to empower young

people to use their voice, creativity, reflection, and action to affect personal growth, impact peers and transform communities. * (a cameo performance during Reckoning our History: The Untold Story of YWCA South Hampton Roads) **(a cameo performance during ImmortALL Youth Poetry Program)

Jon Hacker. (COURTESY PHOTO)

Norfolk Teens Are Put to the Test From Teens With a Purpose

NORFOLK, VA — Norfolk-based Teens With a Purpose, Creative Youth Development Organization’s artistry is being put to the test with their latest project OTU. OTU - The Healing Quilt, is an interactive experience erected from intimate conversations, life experiences, family history, and the deepest feelings connected to race & racism in Hampton Roads as shared by youth and adults of the African Diaspora. This cultural arts endeavor bravely & tenderly stitches it all together in song, poem, dance, and through storytelling as a multimedia sensation. Collaborating Partner Organization - Tidewater African Cultural Alliance’s leader, Rita Cohen helps bring the performance to life with beautifully choreographed dance and featured vocal & dance performance. This important and powerful work takes place during a time when the Hampton Roads region and all of humanity, perhaps, are being called to a reckoning. OTU’s aspiration is to build understanding and healing. Because transformation requires partici-

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pation OTU’s audience members & cast, at each performance, will uniquely collaborate. Guests are invited to share their thoughts, write response poetry, dance, and sing along. OTU - The Healing Quilt (OTU means ONE in the Igbo language of Nigeria) is funded in part by Hampton Roads Community Foundation & Virginia Humanities. Presented

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New Fellowship Program at Virginia Symphony Seeks to Diversify Orchestras Nationwide From The Virginia Symphony Orchestra HAMPTON ROADS, VA — The Virginia Symphony Orchestra has announced a new Musician Fellowship Program for four early-career African American orchestral string musicians to advance the goal of increased diversity of orchestral musicians nationwide. The first Fellows will join the orchestra in the fall of 2022. This initiative is a continuation of the VSO’s commitment not only to serve our community but to reflect the diversity of Hampton Roads. In making the announcement, President and CEO Karen Philion said, “To be truly excellent the VSO must be diverse. This program is really a game-changer for the VSO and will open up opportunities for not only the Fellows but for everyone who comes in contact with the orchestra. Thanks to all who were involved in designing this program, especially our musicians whose leadership remains key to its success.” Music Director Eric Jacobsen added, “The passion and energy of young musicians fuels all of us on stage, and we are incredibly grateful for the community support that makes this groundbreaking project possible. What we are doing here in Virginia will be a model for other orchestras nationwide.” The Fellows will perform as part of the VSO in over 100 rehearsals and performances throughout eastern Virginia and engage in public school residencies and educational performances. Professional development opportunities, including private instrument instruction, mock auditions, and mentorship, will better equip Fellows to achieve in their careers as performers and educators. Through these activities, Fellows will receive 9 university-level course credits from Old Dominion University in Norfolk, Virginia, according to each Fellow’s degree level: undergraduate, graduate, or post-graduate course credit. For those Fellows at a post-graduate level, these 9 credits culminate in a Graduate Certificate in Music Performance. “The Diehn School of Music at ODU is excited to collaborate with the Virginia Symphony of this Fellowship Program,” said Dr. Nancy K. Klein, Professor of Choral Music and Director of the F. Ludwig Diehn School of Music at ODU. “Offering the Performer’s Certificate as part of the program will open doors for musicians to advance their training and education at the

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highest possible level. This has been two years in the planning stages and we are happy to see it launched.” “I’m so pleased that we are starting this program. I look forward to identifying and encouraging talented young musicians— a win-win-win for them, for our orchestra and for our community,” said Vahn Armstrong, VSO Concertmaster. VSO Musician Fellows will participate in the breadth of work performed by the Virginia Symphony Orchestra including Classics and Regional Classics, Pops, Peanut Butter & Jam family concerts, Young

People’s Concerts, outdoor community concerts, chamber music, small ensemble educational concerts for elementary school students, and mentorship and coaching for middle school, high school, and university students. With their participation, fellows will receive a stipend for the orchestra services and education work performed, housing with a local host family, a monthly health insurance stipend, and a full scholarship to receive course credit from Old Dominion University. The program is open to violinists,

violists, cellists, and bassists who self-identify as Black. Application materials are due March 21, 2022 to fellowship@virginiasymphony.org. Live auditions will be held at Old Dominion University in Norfolk April 4 and 5, 2022. For more information on eligibility, and the application and audition materials, please visit www.virginiasymphony.org/fellowship. This Fellowship, in partnership with Old Dominion University, is made possible by generous support from the Hampton Roads Community Foundation with assistance from the Goode Family Foundation.

Exploring Black History with Colonial Williamsburg By Colonial Williamsburg WILLIAMSBURG, Va. — February brings Black history to life at The Colonial Williamsburg Foundation. So does March. And April, and May through January. While national Black History Month is an integral part of Colonial Williamsburg’s annual programming, the Foundation’s ongoing work to tell a more complete story of our nation’s origins has resulted in a robust slate of year-round programming exploring the lives of the African Americans who comprised over 50% of the city’s population in the 18th century. From dramatizations and specialized site tours to online offerings, these programs invite participants to experience Black history not as a peripheral piece of American history relegated to one month a year, but as an integral part of the country’s collective past. “Over the years, Colonial Williamsburg’s representation of the stories of Black people has evolved from having Black coachmen introduce visitors to the Historic Area in the 1930s to introducing the African American interpretation program in 1979, eventually working towards integrating the perspective of Williamsburg’s Black residents into our site tours and our programming across the Foundation today,” said Stephen Seals, who portrays Revolutionary Spy James Lafayette in addition to his position as a program development manager for the Foundation. “It is an honor to tell these stories — the stories of my ancestors — day in and day out, 365 days a year.” Visit colonialwilliamsburg.org/bhm to see a full list of in-person and online programming for February. Programming offered this month includes: • Dramatizations offered on a rotating basis at 1:30 p.m. daily (excluding Feb. 27 and 28) in the Hennage Auditorium at the Art Museums

including “Judith and Daniel” about an enslaved couple whose marriage endures against all odds; “Measure of a Man’s Worth,” about Benjamin, an enslaved carriage driver, reckoning with what revolution means for him; “Sam’s War,” about a self-liberated Black soldier, and “Nation Builders Discuss the Institution of Slavery,” among others. • “Loquacious Lucy, Queen for a Day,” on Feb. 12, 19 and 26 at 10:15 and 11 a.m. at the Play House Stage, a play designed to help families discuss slavery with their children. • Historic Site interpretation throughout the day including “Freedom’s Paradox” at the Peyton Randolph House, “African American Contributions at the Governor’s Palace,” and “Slavery and the Law” at the Capitol. • “By African American Hands,” a self-guided tour at the Art Museums showcasing objects crafted by African American artists and artisans. • Online livestreamed programming including LIVE! from History: The Price of Freedom (Feb. 3 at 1 p.m.); CW Kids Ask: How did enslaved people resist enslavement?” (Feb. 9 at 1 p.m.); Trades Tuesday: The Many Skills of Peter Deadfoot (Feb. 22 at 1 p.m.); and U.S. Past Present Future CW Conversion: Black History (Feb. 22 at 7 p.m.). • Ongoing archaeological investigation at the site of first permanent structure used by the congregation of the Historic First Baptist Church. • A procession and community celebration beginning at Capitol Circle on Saturday, Feb. 26 (rain date Mar. 5), from 12:45-1:30 p.m. to unveil the Benjamin Spraggins carriage, the newest carriage in the Coach and Livestock program named in honor of one of the Foundation’s first coachmen. Protecting the health and safety of guests, employees and the local community has been

Colonial Williamsburg historic interpreters Hope Wright and Willie Wright portray an enslaved couple whose marriage endures against all odds in“Judith and Daniel,” one of Colonial Williamsburg’s many programs highlighting the stories of African Americans in 18th-century Williamsburg. (THE COLONIAL WILLIAMSBURG FOUNDATION)

Colonial Williamsburg’s highest priority through the COVID-19 pandemic. Face coverings are currently required while inside Foundation-owned buildings that are open to the public regardless of vaccination status and their use is encouraged outdoors as well. Guests are encouraged to practice social distancing while visiting Colonial Williamsburg. Up-to-date COVID-19 health and safety policies are available at colonialwilliamsburg.org.

About Black History Month Black History Month was formally recognized by President Gerald Ford in 1976, three years before Colonial Williamsburg’s initial commitment to African American interpretation in 1979. For more information on Black History Month and Colonial Williamsburg’s ongoing work to interpret African American life in 18th-century Virginia, explore the resources which can be found at the end of the colonialwilliamsburg.org/bhm page.

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A New Way to Seafood By Family Features

Whether you’re celebrating a weekend meal with loved ones or simply looking for a way to bring your family to the table at the same time, seafood night can make dinnertime a special treat. Next time you plan to make fish the focus of your menu, it’s possible you’ll be enjoying the benefits of aquaculture, also known as seafood farming. Fast becoming a leading source of seafood worldwide, aquaculture is similar to typical agriculture but with fish, shellfish and seaweeds. Farmed seafood can be raised and harvested in either fresh or seawater, where natural conditions are recreated. Today, half of all seafood Americans eat annually is farm raised and the appetite is only growing. There are many reasons for this, but one is due to overfishing and destructive practices. About 33% of wild fish stocks have reached their biological limit and aquaculture helps meet the increasing demand for seafood. However, not all seafood you find in the grocery aisles is the same. Despite industry advances, aquaculture still faces challenges with fraud, mislabeling and questionable conditions. That’s why it’s important to look for responsible seafood products that are labeled by a trusted certification process. For example, the Aquaculture Stewardship Council is a non-profit certification program that has created and enforced the world’s strictest and highest standards for seafood farming since 2010. Today, it is transforming the seafood industry with a new level of certification for farmed seafood. This “new way to seafood” includes: • Seafood that can be traced all the way from the farm to the store, ensuring the seafood you buy is what it claims to be • The strictest combination of requirements to protect the environment, workers and communities on the farms where seafood is raised • Improving farmed seafood quality and safety, so you can enjoy the flavor of recipes like One-Pan Japanese Salmon with Sweet Potato, Salmon and Shrimp Coconut Curry and Royal Salmon with Romesco Sauce and Aioli To find more information about the certification process, visit NewWaytoSeafood. com. Royal Salmon with Romesco Sauce and Aioli Recipe courtesy of MOWI on behalf of the Aquaculture Stewardship Council Servings: 2 2 tablespoons olive oil, divided 2 Atlantic Salmon MOWI Royal portions salt, to taste pepper, to taste 1 red pepper, cut into long strips 2 cups small potatoes, cooked and cut in half 1 teaspoon paprika ½ teaspoon cayenne pepper ½ cup garden peas 1 tablespoon chopped tarragon Romesco Sauce: ½ cup extra-virgin olive oil 2 cloves garlic, smashed ¼ cup slivered almonds, toasted ¼ cup hazelnuts 1 slice white bread, crust removed 1 large roasted red pepper ¼ cup tomato puree 1 teaspoon sherry vinegar salt black pepper Aioli Sauce: 1 cup mayonnaise 1-2 cloves garlic, crushed 1 tablespoon olive oil 1 lemon, zest and juice salt white pepper

Royal Salmon with Romesco Sauce and Aioli. (COURTESY PHOTO)

lemon wedges, for garnish Preheat oven to 400 F. Place large skillet over medium-high heat and add 1 tablespoon olive oil. Season salmon portions with salt and pepper, to taste, and place skin sides down in pan. Cook 2-3 minutes until skin is crispy. Place on sheet pan, skin sides up, and bake 6-7 minutes. Remove from oven and let rest. In same skillet, add remaining olive oil then add peppers and potatoes. Cook 6-7 minutes until peppers soften and potatoes start to caramelize. Add paprika, cayenne and peas; stir and cook 2 minutes. Add tarragon. To make romesco sauce: In clean pan, heat olive oil and gently fry garlic, nuts and bread until toasted. In blender, process red pepper, tomato puree and vinegar until smooth. Add toasted nuts and bread; process to desired consistency. To make aioli: In bowl, whisk mayonnaise, garlic, olive oil, lemon zest and juice, salt and pepper. Place several spoonfuls of aioli on plate. Top with potatoes, peppers and salmon, skin side up. Top with romesco sauce. Salmon and Shrimp Coconut Curry Recipe courtesy of MOWI on behalf of the Aquaculture Stewardship Council Servings: 2 2 pieces of MOWI Pure portions salmon 1 cup wild rice 1 tablespoon coconut oil 1 clove garlic, sliced ¼ cup red onion, diced 1cup pumpkin or butternut squash, diced 1 tablespoon lemongrass, finely chopped 1 ½tablespoons red curry paste ½ cup coconut milk 1 tablespoon fish sauce ¼ cup tomatoes 4 shrimp 1 lime, quartered 2-3 cilantro leaves, for garnish Cut salmon into ½-inch cubes. Cook rice according to package instructions. In large skillet, heat coconut oil over medium-high heat. Add garlic, onion and

Salmon and Shrimp Coconut Curry.(COURTESY PHOTO)

pumpkin or squash; saute 5 minutes, or until onions are translucent. Mix in lemongrass and curry paste. Cook 2-3 minutes, or until fragrant. Add coconut milk, fish sauce and tomatoes; mix thoroughly. Add shrimp and salmon; cook until done. Serve with rice and lime quarters. Sprinkle with cilantro. One-Pan Japanese Salmon with Sweet Potato Servings: 2 Marinade: 1 tablespoon sesame oil ¼ cup tamarind sauce ½ tablespoon Dijon mustard 2 tablespoons sesame seeds 1 tablespoon honey 1 sweet potato, cut into rounds 2 tablespoons coconut oil, divided

1 tablespoon sesame seeds sea salt 8 spears broccolini 2 salmon fillets (4 ounces each) brown rice, for serving Preheat oven to 400 F. Line tray with baking paper. To make marinade: In bowl, whisk sesame oil, tamarind sauce, Dijon mustard, sesame seeds and honey until combined. Place sweet potato on baking tray and drizzle with 1 tablespoon coconut oil. Toss to coat. Sprinkle with sesame seeds and sea salt. Roast 25 minutes. Remove tray from oven and add broccolini. Drizzle with remaining coconut oil and sea salt. Place salmon fillets in middle of tray and drizzle with marinade. Bake 12-15 minutes, or until cooked to desired doneness. Serve with brown rice.

Recover from Plasma Donation with an IronRich Snack By Family Features

Helping members of your community can be easy when you donate plasma, which is the fluid component of human blood that supports essential bodily functions like red blood cells and white blood cells. Since plasma is replaced in the body within about 24 hours, it can be donated twice per week. With a donation that takes 1-3 hours, you can make a lasting impact by providing lifesaving medicine for people affected by a variety of conditions. Iron-rich foods can be helpful to eat before and after donating plasma, which is why chef Nate Appleman created recipes like Pistachio Crisps with Sumac and Black Pepper. After his son Oliver’s diagnosis with Kawasaki Disease — an inflammation of the blood vessels that causes large vessels to form on coronary arteries — Appleman made it his mission to create awareness of Kawasaki Disease and for the critical need for plasma donations that many people with the disease rely on for treatment. The COVID-19 pandemic led to a serious shortage of plasma donors, which is why Appleman partnered with Abbott to bring awareness to the need for plasma. Find more information about donating plasma at bethe1donor.abbott.

Pistachio Crisps with Sumac and Black Pepper. (COURTESY PHOTO)

Pistachio Crisps with Sumac and Black Pepper Recipe courtesy of chef Nate Appleman on behalf of Abbott Yield: 60 crisps 1 ½ cups flour 1 cup sugar, plus additional for pressing crisps, divided ¾ teaspoon salt

½ cup soft butter 1 egg, separated 3 tablespoons milk 1 teaspoon vanilla 1 cup pistachios, finely chopped sumac black pepper Heat oven to 375 F. Sift flour, sugar and salt into bowl. Using

fork, thoroughly mix in butter, egg yolk, milk and vanilla. Form into walnut-sized balls. Place on ungreased baking sheet. Using bottom of greased glass dipped in sugar, press balls to 1⁄16-inch thick. Brush with slightly beaten egg white. Sprinkle with pistachios, sumac and black pepper. Bake 8-10 minutes.

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Air Force Staff Sgt. Cody Emery, 30th Medical Group medical lab technician, prepares a COVID-19 test sample for processing April 8, 2021, at Vandenberg Air Force Base, California (Michael Peterson, Space Launch Delta 30 ).

Do You Have COVID-19? Inﬂuenza? Or is it RSV? Here’s What to Look For By Janet A. Aker

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Are you or a loved one not feeling well? Feverish? Starting to cough? It’s hard to know what it is. Is it COVID19? The seasonal flu? Or is it respiratory syncytial virus, also known as RSV? All three have similar symptoms, with fever being the most common. If you want to know for sure, you can check with your health care provider. These viruses could become severe in a short span of time, so starting on the right treatment can be important. Below is a rundown of virus symptoms and potential risks. COVID-19 Symptoms The good news about COVID-19 vaccines is they are effective in reducing the chances of severe disease, hospitalization, and death. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, or CDC, advises that getting a COVID-19 vaccine and a booster shot when eligible are the best tools to protect you and your family against COVID-19. People with COVID-19 report a wide range of symptoms that may appear two to 14 days after exposure to the virus. Symptoms are likely to include fever, cough, fatigue, muscle aches, headache, sore throat, and possibly a temporary loss of smell and

taste. The CDC published a full list of potential COVID-19 symptoms. “COVID-19 infection usually starts in our head. It later affects our lungs and the rest of our body,” said Dr. David Hrncir, medical director, Central Vaccine Safety Hub, Defense Health Agency-Immunization Healthcare Division. Preliminary research has shown that the Omicron variant does not spread into the lungs as aggressively as the Delta variant, which was dominant in the United States until Omicron emerged. People who have received COVID-19 vaccines can still experience COVID-19 infections that may have symptoms similar to the common cold or flu. Patients might need testing to help confirm a diagnosis. To help you evaluate your symptoms, the CDC has a self-tracker tool that asks demographic questions and whether you have “life-threatening symptoms that may require urgent care.” Influenza Symptoms Influenza - better known as the flu - is also circulating. The CDC warns that the flu usually comes on suddenly, and can be more dangerous than a common cold. The flu virus can cause mild to severe illness, and at times can lead to death, even during mild flu seasons. Flu activity was unusually low last winter in the

United States and globally, resulting in an estimated 22,000 U.S. deaths. That compares to 52,000 U.S. deaths during the 2018-2019 flu season, the last year for full reporting. People who have the flu typically have some or all of the symptoms that the CDC lists on its site, including fever, cough, sore throat, and fatigue. Some people may have vomiting and diarrhea, although this is more common in children than adults. The simultaneous surge of flu and COVID-19 cases nationwide is another important reason to get a flu vaccine to protect you. It is possible to get both the flu and COVID-19 at the same time, which would increase the risk of severe illness. “Decreasing the impact of influenza with your annual flu vaccine lessens the risk of having a co-infection of several viruses with all the unique symptoms from each viral infection impacting you at the same time,” Hrncir said. Vaccination for the flu is available at military medical treatment facilities, clinics, and at commercial pharmacies and doctors’ offices. People who are at a higher risk of flu complications include children, those over 65, and those with compromised immune systems. There are certain therapeutics that may help these risk groups.

CDC has an influenza web page that provides information on current trends in the disease. Is It RSV? A third threat this winter is the respiratory syncytial virus, also known as RSV, which is a mostly seasonal contagious respiratory virus. It most frequently afflicts premature infants, and children under two years old with chronic heart or lung disease. RSV can affect adults as well, especially those 65 older and those with compromised immune systems. Fever is one of RSV’s primary symptoms, along with runny nose, cough and a decrease in appetite. However, more serious symptoms of RSV like difficult or rapid breathing may require hospitalization. Watch out for these symptoms and seek medical care immediately. Mild RSV typically resolves on its own. There is no vaccine to prevent RSV or specific medication to treat this virus. Recommended home treatments for children who show signs of RSV include fever reduction with over-the-counter medication; conservative nasal suctioning; and offering plenty of fluids to stay hydrated. Otherwise healthy adults who get infected with RSV usually have mild or no symptoms. Symptoms are typically consistent with an upper respiratory tract infection. The disease usually lasts less than five days, according to the CDC. During the winter cold and flu season, make sure you review the CDC’s public health care precautions to take good care of yourself and your loved ones.

Contract Awarded for Largest Overseas U.S. Military Hospital By US Army Corps Of Engineers Europe District The contract to build the largest U.S. hospital outside the United States has been signed, marking a significant step forward in progressing the Rhine Ordnance Barracks Medical Center Replacement (ROBMCR) project. The German Construction Administration, in partnership with the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, Europe District and the U.S. Defense Health Agency, awarded a €859 million (approximately $969 million) contract to Züblin and Gilbane Joint Venture to construct a new hospital at Rhine Ordnance Barracks, Germany. The contract includes construction of a modern 985,000-square-foot hospital that features nine operating rooms, 120 exam rooms, and 68 beds with a surge capacity of 25 additional beds. Construction is expected to be completed in late 2027. “We are incredibly proud of our team’s contribution to achieve this critical milestone that will enable us to provide our service members and their families with the best facility modern medicine has to offer,” said Army Col. Patrick Dagon, U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Europe district commander. The German Construction Administration is executing this large-scale project through a partnering process, which involved construction industry expertise during the design phase. The award to

Rendering of the Rhine Ordnance Barracks Medical Center Replacement (ROBMCR) project.

Züblin and Gilbane Joint Venture, a strong partnership of leading construction firms, brings both German and U.S. perspective to the project quality, schedule, and cost requirements. When this new medical campus opens, it will replace and co-locate the Landstuhl Regional Medical Center, constructed in 1953, and the 86th Medical Group Clinic to become the largest U.S. medical center on foreign soil, providing primary care, specialized consultative care, hospitalization and treatment for more than 200,000 U.S. military personnel, DOD and interagency civilians and dependents in Europe. The strategically located Medical Center will serve as the only forward-stationed evacuation and treatment center for injured U.S. service members, civilians and contractors serving in Central & Southwest Asia, Europe and Africa, and provide critical medical support to seven combatant commands.

When completed, the new hospital will employ approximately 2,500 people. “The Defense Health Agency looks forward to the completion of the new Medical Center at Rhine Ordnance Barracks in 2027, which will continue to provide primary and specialty care for our beneficiaries around the world,” said Navy Capt. Mark Lieb, DHA division chief for facilities enterprise. “This project is truly a large scale collaboration between the Defense Health Agency, the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, and the German government.” This contract represents the next — and most significant — phase of the campus construction that already includes almost $200 million of recently completed hospital infrastructure work, such as a new access control point, bridge, utilities and roadways. The German government is contributing more than €151 million (approximately $180 million) for design and construction

management. The new hospital is part of the U.S. Forces’ substantial investment in Germany. “The U.S. invested approximately $350M annually in construction projects in the past few years, which are executed by the Federal Construction Administration. This demonstrates the excellent reputation the German Construction Administration enjoys with our international partners,” said Sören Bartol, parliamentary state secretary for the German Federal Ministry of Housing, Urban Development and Construction. “Furthermore, these investments boost Germany’s economy and preserve jobs in economically distressed regions.” “The German Construction Authority is proud to be responsible for the design and implementation of this unique project for the U.S. Forces, said Bettina Bachem, the LBB Weilerbach director. “It is truly a oncein-a-lifetime project.”

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Education/Training Estate Sales EXTENSION AGENT, 4-H YOUTH DEVELOPMENT - SUFFOLK Provides leadership for 4H Youth Development programs that meet the needs of all youth; volunteer development and management; determines unit program needs; coordinates day-to-day activities and events associated with the unit 4H program, including 4H delivery. Must have a minimum of a Bachelor’s Degree (BA or BS) in a relevant discipline from an accredited college or university. To apply, visit https://tinyurl.com/suffolk4-h.

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AKC Reg Silver, Charcoal, Black & Chocolate Pups for sale. M/F. Dewormed, Vaccinated, Vet Checked. $800/$1200. 252-339-4155 ST. BARNARD PUPPYS First shots & deworming complete. $1200. If interested please text or call 252-548-8327

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Autos for Sale

3303 MONTANA AVE. NORFOLK, VA 23513 TWO ROOMS FOR RENT 200.00 AND 250.00 WEEKLY. CONTACT-757-343-6394 - IMMEDIATE OCCUPANCY. PORTSMOUTH Rooms For Rent Mt. Hermon Area Behind Kroger Market Place, $170/wk. $150 Security Dep. Rms Include Wifi, All Utils, Roku TV in Room, WA/DR in home, Mature Environment Must Keep Room & House Clean. 757-581-9520 CHESAPEAKE Shared House furn rm, central air, laundry, satellite TV. peaceful & quiet $170/wk + dep. 252-267-0664 NORFOLK/ CAMPOSTELLA Lrg Room For Rent $700/mo. Call: 757-658-9280

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NORFOLK 2 bedroom 1 bath and big living room for rent 750 a month. 9534 Capital ave apt 3 contact #518-321-4252

55 AMG. Hand built engine & transmission. Heated leather seats, navigation, has used synthetic oil since new, perfect running condition. $8,000. 252-473-2282

MINI 2015 COOPER S

Low miles, leather, new inspection, all serviced, auto trans, runs & looks great, S Package. $16,700. 757-675-0288. Va. Dlr.

We will purchase your collectible, classic, late model autos, we will come to you. Call 757-675-0288.

PLYMOUTH 1966 BARRACUDA

Travel/Camping Trailers 2005 NEWMAR KOUNTRY STAR Ready to go! Class A, only 22,260 mi, new furniture, mattress, TVs, carpet, microwave, recently serviced. Good condition. Generator, solar, water filter. Many extras. Photos available. Great price $50K. Call 757-660-9266

Fast Back. Formula S Package, factory air, V-8, restored by local restoration shop. Runs great. $25,500. 757-675-0288. Va. Dlr.

Trucks and SUVs

NISSAN 2017 ROGUE

34800k excellent condition 19900 7576154842

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TOYOTA 2020 TACOMA

DODGE 2021 CHALLENGER

Room For Rent

MERCEDES-BENZ 2000 M-CLASS

FORD 1956 THUNDERBIRD

4DR, 160k, runs good. $3,500 OBO Call 757-228-6656

(and every day).

MERCEDES-BENZ 1992

SL. 59K original mis., convertible/ hardtop, leather, gar kept, new insp, all serviced. Showroom new. Car cover. $10,900. 675-0288. Va Dlr

Hardtop & convertible, 312 V-8, Continental kit, runs & looks great. $37,500. 757-675-0288. Va. Dlr.

BUICK 2001 CENTURY

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LEXUS 2015 LS 460

AWD, Beige/Gold, 58k miles, dealer serviced, garage kept. $37,500. 757-630-7444

Classic, Antique Cars

Autos for Sale

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For The North End of Virginia Beach; Duties & Responsibilities to include: General household cleaning to include dusting/polishing, vacuuming, trash removal. Washing/ ironing clothes & bed linens. Light cooking. Occasional pet care. Running errands. Ability to work with pets. Applicant Qualifications: Understand the importance of maintaining discretion. Strong command of English with excellent verbal communication skills. Professional with good attitude, honest, reliable, devoted, trustworthy, works well with others. Experience in similar position within a private residence. Physical ability to walk up/down stairs. Applicant Requirements: Pass a national background check & credit check (NO drug, domestic violence, or theft charges). Provide references from former employer(s). Valid Driver’s License. Reliable vehicle with proof of car insurance. Ability to work flexible hours to include nights & weekends on occasion. Legally able to work in the United States. Compensation based on previous experience. Negotiable. Please forward resumes and/or questions to:

Room For Rent

1500 original miles, Scat Pack Package, 392 Hemi, factory warranty, sunroof, car cover, loaded, 100% brand new. Local, 1 owner. $51,500. 757-675-0288. Va. Dlr.

INFINITI 2006 G35

Bose sound system, cold a/c, $5,000 or BO, 757-560-3382.

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Crew Cab. 18,000 miles. TRD Sport Package. 4WD. Leather, sunroof, navigation, factory warranty, like new. $44,900. 757-675-0288. Va. Dlr.

Wanted Automotive ABSOLUTELY ABLY ACQUIRING AUTOS All Makes & Models, Best Price Paid!! FREE TOWING. 757-749-8035 AUTOS ACCEPTED-ANY YEAR Make or Model. Top Dollar, Fast, Free Towing. 757-737-2465, 252-232-9192

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CryptoQuip

Correction

Last week’s paper had a misprint involving the CryptoQuip where the last line of the puzzle was cut off. We apologize for the mistake.

Last week’s CryptoQuip answer

What might you nickname the smallest worker at a steel-making Facility?“Runt of the mill.”

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