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Marines kneel down beside the battlefield cross to pay their final respects to Sgt. Bradley Atwell during a memorial ceremony Sept. 20. During the ceremony, Marines paid tribute to Atwell, an aircraft electrical, instrument and flight control systems technician with Marine Aviation Logistics Squadron 16, from Kokomo, Ind. Atwell was killed in action while engaging insurgents during an attack on Camp Bastion Sept. 14.

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Landing support specialists with Combat Logistics Battalion 2, Combat Logistics Regiment 15, spent the night providing security and fighting off insurgents on Camp Bastion Sept. 14. For Sgt. Rasheem Thomas, back right, his first night working on Camp Bastion is something he and his Marines will not soon forget. (Back row from left to right: Sgt. John Thornton, Cpl. Timothy Bruce, Staff Sgt. Justin Pauley and Sgt. Rasheem Thomas. Front row from left to right: Pfc. Jacob Karnes, Lance Cpl. Danielle Ritter and Cpl. Jenna Owings.)

Sergeant Rasheem Thomas never thought his first night working on Camp Bastion would turn into a gun battle with 15 insurgents. When Thomas was told he was transferring from 1st Platoon to 2nd Platoon, the landing support specialist with Combat Logistics Battalion 2, Combat Logistics Regiment 15, thought nothing of it. Instead of working on Camp Leatherneck, Thomas would be working at the rotary wing Arrival Departure Airfield Control Group on Camp Bastion, an adjoining base ran by British Armed Forces. He would be responsible for getting coalition forces and cargo on helicopters departing Camp Bastion’s airfield heading for remote forward operating bases throughout Regional Command

Southwest’s area of operations. Thomas’ first night on Camp Bastion was Friday, Sept. 14. He and a fellow sergeant were driving through a checkpoint close to the airfield when they heard an explosion. “At first we didn’t know if the explosion was on base or off,” said Thomas. “We decided to go check on our Marines at the cargo lot, and we saw an explosion by the (cryogenics) area. That’s when we knew the base was under attack.” Fifteen insurgents dressed in U.S. Army uniforms armed with automatic rifles, rocket-propelled grenade launchers and suicide vests breached the base’s perimeter fence at approximately 10 p.m. The insurgents, who were organized into three teams, began to attack fixed and rotary wing aircraft parked on the flightline, aircraft hangars and other buildings on Camp Bastion.

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“When I actually saw it was happening on (Camp) Bastion, I was in a bit of shock,” Thomas said. “Then rounds began to impact close to our position, and I think everyone’s training just immediately kicked in.” SEE BASTION 11A

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The Marines with 8th Marine Regiment, 2nd Marine Division took advantage of a rare opportunity to head to the field for training Sept. 10 through 14. “This training is rare for us to participate in, because the regiment is in place to support the battalion,” said Capt. Daniel Vasser, the officer in charge of the field exercise. The multi-faceted training focused on Command Operations Center Training, Combat Lifesaver training and combat support to the regiment’s battalions. “We’re simulating supporting battalions in the field,” said Vasser, “making sure we have a fluid flow of information and are on top of our battle flow.” The simulations were conducted in real-time by additional players located at the regimental headquarters.Company grade officers and clerks from 2nd Battalion, 8th Marines, 3rd Battalion, 6th Marines and 1st Battalion, 9th Marines pushed events for the Marines in the field to react to. For example, if 1st Bn., 9th Marines sent a message that one of their platoons was in contact the regiment has to react and make sure the information is getting where it needs to, to support those Marines, said Vasser. In addition to the Command Operations Center simulation training, the Marines conducted convoy supply training. This entailed convoys to support other battalions in the field.The Marines also participated in Combat Lifesaver training, which covered basic and combat first aid. “The training we conducted was progressive; we covered things many of these Marines weren’t trained on since (Marine Combat Training),” said Seaman Justin Medley, a Fleet Marine Forces corpsman. “When we’re done this week, the Marines will all be Combat Lifesaver certified.” The culmination of the CLS training included simulated

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Marines from 8th Marine Regiment run “cherry picker” drills during a regimental field excercise Sept. 12. casualty evacuations with the assistance of an MV-22 Osprey from Marine Medium Tiltrotor Squadron 365. “Yesterday, we had a CH-53 support the training and today the Osprey,” said Capt. William Banham, the company commander with the regiment. “It’s been great to have the birds fly out here to support us.” Banham said the training was solid.“The Marines performed well and learned a lot.These Marines are not infantrymen by trade, but we were reinforcing the ‘every Marine a rifleman’ concept throughout this whole exercise.”

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BaseLegal Base Legal By M.S. Archer

Buying debts, harassing consumers The economy was terrible and many had difficulty paying mortgages, car loans and other debts. This consumer strife caused explosive growth in debtbuying companies, which purchase large bundles of debts, just as Wall Street firms previously purchased large bundles of mortgages. Often, the purchased debts were deemed uncollectible by the creditor or previous debt collector. In many cases, debt-buyer collection efforts are abusive and illegal. Alarmingly, in addition to all of the old abuses, such as harassing calls and illegal threats, debt buyers resort to a new abuse – the fraudulent lawsuit. Debt buyers often have very little information about the debt, yet file lawsuits against alleged debtors anyway. The debt buyer may not have the original contract or payment history, and may not know how much, if anything, is owed. Despite the lack of evidence, they file lawsuits at the cyclic rate. According to a Consumer’s Union report, one firm alone filed 245,000 lawsuits in one year. Debt buyers robo-sign sworn statements alleging they carefully examined the debtor’s file, or they have personal knowledge of the debt, much like the rapid fire-signing by bank employees in foreclosure cases. Debt-buyer lawsuits are filed so quickly and inaccurately the amount claimed may be wrong and the wrong person sued. The Federal Trade Commission shut down an Illinois-based debt buyer it estimated collected 80 percent of its revenue by suing the wrong person. Sometimes, the defendant doesn’t even know about the lawsuit until it’s all over. The first time the defendant may

become aware of the lawsuit is when wages are garnished, a lien is placed on property, or a bank account is seized. It’s exactly what happened to California State Senator Luis Correa. He told the debt buyer, accurately, he didn’t owe any money. He was sued anyway, and Correa was unaware of it until his senate wages were garnished. Correa was able to resolve the matter and is now sponsoring legislation in California to curb debt-buyer abuses. How is it possible to pursue a lawsuit in America without telling the other side they are being sued? How can a company win in court without any evidence, or after the statute of limitations has run? The last question is easier to answer. Debt buyers win because defendants never respond to the lawsuit or show up for the hearing, let alone hire an attorney. If a defendant doesn’t appear, they lose, even if there’s no evidence against them. Some states, including North Carolina, passed legislation to help turn back this nonsense, requiring debt buyers who initiate lawsuits to provide advance written notice to the debtor, to refrain from filing suits after the statute of limitations has run, and to include certain evidence in the initial court filing (NC Gen Stat 5870-115(4) thru–(7) ). Debt buyers sidestep existing requirements to serve the defendant with a copy of the complaint. They send court notices to account addresses where consumers no longer reside, and the courts receive thousands of fraudulent affidavits falsely claiming service on the defendant. The process is so rampant it even has a name. “Sewer service” was coined to describe throw-

ing the defendant’s notice in the sewer and claiming it was delivered. In its 2010 report, the FTC declared “the system for resolving consumer debts is broken,” and urged states to pass laws to protect consumers. The system is still broken, but consumers can take steps to lessen their chances of victimization. -Never ignore any court process, even if it is obvious to you, you do not owe the debt. The plaintiff will win if you ignore it. Seek legal help immediately. -If the debt buyer continues to pursue the case even after you provided evidence you are not the debtor, ensure you have legal counsel appear at the hearing and, if required, you should make an appearance as well. If you contest, it’s likely the debt buyer will not be able to prove its case even if you owe the debt. -Demand validation from debt collectors by demanding documentation of the existence and the amount of the debt, a right you have under the Federal Fair Debt Collection Practices Act. -Have your attorney ask the judge to award you the costs of the frivolous litigation, including attorney fees. Consider suing the debt collector for any damages including statutory or treble damages, which may be authorized. -Provide law enforcement with evidence the debt buyer filed a false affidavit to the court concerning service of legal process. -File a complaint with the FTC Military Sentinel, the North Carolina Attorney General, and more importantly, to the Consumer Finance Protection Bureau.

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Get indoctrinated, learn about L.I.N.K.S Camp Lejeune is a robust mobile military community. Sometimes it is easy to forget knowing about the military and being comfortable with how things work is not something life outside the gate prepares us for. Marines begin their understanding at recruit training, but family members don’t have 13 weeks of indoctrination. L.I.N.K.S is a workshop offered by Marine Corps Family Team Building by program manager Melissa Slater. RR –What exactly does L.I.N.K.S stand for and how did the program get started? MS – L.I.N.K.S stands for Lifestyles, Insights, Networking, Knowledge and Skills. In 1995, a group of wives whose husbands ranged in rank met in Leesburg, Va., to develop a spouse education program similar to the Army’s Family Team Building program. The women, drawing on ideas from the Army, the Married to the Corps, a program offered aboard Marine Corps Base Camp Pendleton, Calif., and Bride School, offered aboard MCB Camp Lejeune, aimed to create a program to empower new or young spouses

by providing them information necessary to have a successful personal and family life while their sponsor is on active duty. One of the group’s goals was to develop a program that would not task commands either by asking them to send participants or fund the program. The aim was to have an independent, all volunteer program established at locations where the population could sustain a viable program. The sessions would be open to any spouses wishing to attend or could be conducted at the command’s request. RR – I used to recommend newly married spouses attend L.I.N.K.S for spouses, is there more than one target audience for L.I.N.K.S? MS – The past four years, L.I.N.K.S evolved with the Marine Corps Family Readiness Program. Our workshops are now for active-duty members, spouses, fiancés, significant others, parents and extended family members, as well as school aged children between 5 and 12 years old and teens from 13 through 18 years old. RR – There is a significant amount of diversity with our military fami-

lies. Is L.I.N.K.S available for someone who does not speak English as a first language? MS – Yes, we have Japanese and Spanish L.I.N.K.S. We offer these workshops once a year. RR – Are the classes centered solely on the Marine Corps or are there classes offered for the other services? MS – We offer a Navy L.I.N.K.S workshop twice a year to introduce our Navy families to the Marine Corps. It’s based on the same concept as our spouse workshop with a twist. We discuss Navy and Marine Corps ranks and structure to demonstrate some of the similarities. We also teach spouses to interpret the Navy leave and earning statement, and have a Navy career counselor discuss their role in each sailor’s career. This provides our Navy family a better understanding to their unique lifestyle while stationed on a Marine Corps installation. For further information call 4511299 or www.mccslejeune.com/links. Always remember at MCCS we are proud to serve those who serve.

Retiree Appreciation Day Saturday 9 a.m. through 2 p.m. Marston Pavilion, Marine Corps Base Camp Lejeune Opening Remarks: Brig. Gen. Thomas Gorry Commanding General Marine Corps Installations East – Marine Corps Base Camp Lejeune Guest Speaker: Elizabeth Goolsby director, Fayetteville, N.C., Veterans Affairs Medical Center

Additional Speakers: Navy Captain David Lane, commanding officer Naval Hospital Camp Lejeune Donald Dean, Defense Finance and Accounting Service, Cleveland, Ohio Retired Col. Paul O’Toole, president, Camp Lejeune, N.C., Retiree Council Health and Information Fair Free lunch provided by Marine Federal Credit Union and retired Sgt. Maj. Joe Houle.

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Elemental mercury discovered in pipe at Hadnot Point Water Treatment Plant Tests confirm no mercury in water supply STAFF REPORT The Globe

During routine maintenance of the Hadnot Point Water Treatment Plant on Sept. 15, workers found a silvery substance later determined to be non-soluble, elemental mercury in a pipe within the facility. Tests conducted after the discovery showed no mercury detected in the water supply. Additionally, in accordance with federal and state regulations, the drinking water aboard Camp Lejeune is tested every three years for mercury, most recently in May 2012. None of these tests detected mercury. The ap-

propriate federal and state agencies were informed. Areas normally serviced by the Hadnot Point WTP are currently being supplied by the Holcomb Boulevard WTP. These include the Hadnot Point Industrial Area, Hospital Point, French Creek and Courthouse Bay. Decades ago, the water treatment industry used water pressure meters that contained elemental mercury, not to be confused with the more widely-known organic mercury associated with fish. These meters were removed from the WTP in the 1980s. Drinking water at Camp Lejeune continues to meet all government drinking water standards

and is tested more often than required. The base contracted Shamrock Environmental Corporation out of New Bern, N.C. to oversee the clean up and investigation of Hadnot Point Water Treatment Plant. Beginning this past Tuesday, workers started using cameras in non-accessible areas within the piping and reservoir to determine if mercury settled elsewhere in the plant. Officials do not expect the plant to be brought back online for at least two more weeks. For Camp Lejeune’s annual water quality reports, please see: http:// www.lejeune.usmc.mil/emd/reports/ annualreports.htm.

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PATROLING SANGIN: MARINES DISRUPT LETHAL, ILLICIT ENEMY AID Photos by Lance Cpl. Jason C. Morrison

Marines with 1st Battalion, 7th Marine Regiment, Regimental Combat Team 6, security halt while on patrol in Sangin, Helmand province, Afghanistan, Sept. 9. Marines conducted the security patrol to disrupt the flow of lethal and illicit aid by the enemy in the area. (Right) Petty Officer 2nd Class Thomas Cheshire, a corpsman with 1st Battalion, 7th Marine Regiment, Regimental Combat Team 6, waits for every Marine to return to Forward Operating Base Shamsher after a patrol in Sangin, Helmand province, Afghanistan, Sept. 9. Marines returned from a patrol to disrupt the flow of lethal and illicit aid by the enemy in the area.

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CAMP TOMBSTONE, AFGHANISTAN

Afghan pilot follows father’s footsteps, flies in Afghan Air Force

CPL. TIMOTHY LENZO Regional Command Southwest

“Afghan Air Force MI17 helicopters arrive in a whirlwind of dust and debris as their rotors disrupt the ground below them. The entirely Afghanmanned crew will support an Afghan National Army brigade during Operation Azadi, which means freedom. It is the first major operation in the area with ANA and AAF forces working together. “We can help with different types of air support,” said AAF Capt. Najibullah Khogianai, a pilot with 441 Air Expeditionary Advisory Squadron. “We move

passengers safely from one place to another and can bring supplies.” Khogianai’s crew takes the lead for air support during the operations, with coalition forces behind them. Their main objective is to resupply the Afghan soldiers on the ground. The soldiers will conduct clearing and holding operations and need the air support to work efficiently. “Air support is important because it allows the soldiers to operate longer while getting the supplies they need,” said Khogianai. In addition to resupplying the soldiers, for the first time in the area, the AAF is responsible for casualty evacuations.

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An Afghan Air Force flight crew with 441st Air Expeditionary Advisory Squadron, lands on Camp Tombstone, Sept. 12. The Afghan crew runs a variety of missions including resupply, medical evacuation and troop movement. “We can fly patients to safety if we need to,” said ANA Sgt. Khodaedad, a flight medic with the unit.

Helicopter evacuations are faster than ground convoys and less dangerous. “Moving on the ground

can put the patient’s life in more danger,” said Khogianai. “The helicopter can take them to the hospital without having to worry about improvised explosive devices.” Each helicopter has two flight medics in case an ANA soldier needs immediate medical treatment. “We can give them an (intravenous line) or oxygen,” said Khodaedad. “We can also give them medical care other medics might not be able to, and get them to a hospital quickly and safely.” Khogianai pilots the MI17 helicopter throughout Afghanistan. He is living out his childhood dream of becoming a pilot like his father.

“I remember when I was little, looking through my father’s flight suits,” said Khogianai. “He was an Air Force officer with the regime at the time, and I wanted to be like him.” He achieved his goal and proudly serves Allah, his country, his military and his people, he said. In the upcoming weeks, Khogianai’s crew leaves for their mission. They will make strides toward a more independent Afghanistan when they support the ANA during Operation Azadi. Afghan soldiers conduct and operate independently throughout the area, but for the first time, their air support will be Afghan service members too.

Twins reconnect in combat zone Leadership training continues for USS GUNSTON HALL, GULF OF ADEN

SGT. JOHN JACKSON Camp Leatherneck

While Sgt. David Haines and Petty Officer 2nd Class Michael Haines do not necessarily compete against one another, the 24-year-old twin brothers often wrangle back and forth as if they are teenagers fighting for a Playstation controller. Whether they are trash talking about the other’s military branch or arguing about dates of events, the brothers playfully interact like adolescents still living together on a daily basis. Growing up, the Haines brothers had different interests. Michael ran track, worked and even spent the better part of a year living in Italy with his sister. David spent his free time practicing the piano, playing in a jazz band and taking drama classes at the local college. However, the brothers have always remained close. The two graduated from Moscow Senior High School in Moscow, Idaho, June 2006. After spending a few months out of school, David knew he wanted something different. “I needed a change of pace,” David said. “My brother-in-law was trying to talk me into the Navy, but the Navy didn’t really interest me. The Marine re-

cruiter was right next door and totally sold me.” During January 2007, David left Idaho to become a Marine, and his twin brother was thinking about doing the same. “I always wanted to join,” Michael said. “I got married right out of high school. When we found out that my wife at the time was pregnant, I knew I needed to take care of my family, and I could finally do what I wanted.” For the past five years, Michael and David shared two duty stations. However, they were not stationed together at the same time. The brothers were assigned to units in Okinawa, Japan, and are both currently assigned to units at Camp Pendleton, Calif. David, the Afghan National Army development chief, Afghan National Security Force Development, I Marine Expeditionary Force (Forward), deployed from Camp Pendleton to Afghanistan during February 2012. His brother, who is a corpsman, checked into his current unit, 1st Battalion, 1st Marine Regiment, during April 2012 and deployed to Afghanistan during the summer of 2012. This is the first time the bothers are deployed to a combat zone and the first time they are together in SEE COMBAT 3A

junior Marines deployed at sea SGT. RICHARD BLUMENSTEIN 24th Marine Expeditionary Unit

Marines with the 24th Marine Expeditionary Unit completed a Corporals Course Sept. 22 aboard USS Gunston Hall in the Gulf of Aden to develop the leadership abilities of the unit’s junior noncommissioned officers. Twenty-seven corporals took part in the course, which focused on a myriad of Marine-centric classes to enhance the corporal’s abilities to lead Marines in any situation ranging from day-to-day life to combat. “There is a big window of stuff covered,” said Sgt. Parker Radcliffe, the course’s chief instructor and a combat engineer with Combat Logistics Battalion 24, 24th MEU. “Anybody can get [assigned to any unit] to do anything. As a sergeant, I can get attached to infantry units, and I need to know how to lead in any atmosphere.” The Marines trained on things such as patrolling, fire team formations, drill, land navigation, public speaking, developing subordinates, leaderhip styles and more. All the classes focused on building a foundation in leadership and served to give them the tools necessary to better lead Marines. “You need a foundation of your own before you can broaden your leadership capabilities, and this course helps them build a foundation,” Radcliffe said. “It is stressed to them throughout the whole course.” The course began in the middle of August at Camp Buehring, Kuwait, but was interrupted when the Marines were called back to the ship. In typical ‘adapt and overcome’ Marine

Photo by Sgt. Richard Blumenstein

Corporals with the 24th Marine Expeditionary Unit conduct morning physical training on the flight deck of the USS Gunston Hall in the Gulf of Aden, Sept. 15. The PT was part of a command-sponsored Corporal’s Course that took place both ashore in Kuwait and aboard the ship. Corps fashion, the instructors modified the curriculum and finished the course aboard ship. “We had a much better training environment in Kuwait than on ship,” said Staff Sgt. Matthew Snuggs, the staff noncommissioned officer in charge of the course. “We improvised, adapted and overcame our issues to run a course worth running on ship.” Instructors evaluated the Marines on a pass or fail grading system. After each period of instruction, the Marines had to demonstrate mastery through practical application or a written exam. “When they get evaluated, they only have a few attempts before they fail,” said Snuggs, who is deployed as the platoon sergeant for Battalion Landing Team 1st Battalion, 2nd Marine Regiment, 24th MEU. “We use a

checklist, and they have to hit everything on it.” While there is no current requirement for corporals to attend a Corporal’s Course before attaining the rank of sergeant, the command-run course will meet any future Corporal’s Course requirements the Marines may encounter in their career. The course is complete, and the Marines will return to their respective sections equipped with more skills to better handle whatever situation they may face in the daily grind of Marine Corps life. The 24th MEU is deployed with the Iwo Jima Amphibious Ready Group as a theater reserve force for U.S. Central Command, and is providing support for maritime security operations and theater security cooperation efforts in the U.S. Navy’s 5th Fleet area of responsibility.

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cross eight time zones and 7,000 miles Lance Cpl. Rodman Charlesworth was able to have a face-to-face conversation from the middle of the Gulf of Aden with his pregnant wife. He and other fellow Marines and sailors of the 24th Marine Expeditionary Unit aboard the USS New York contacted their family through a video teleconference system, Aug. 25 to meet their new babies and talk to their pregnant wives. Charlesworth, a field artillery cannoneer with 1st Battalion, 2nd Marine Regiment, 24th MEU, was able to see his wife, Kristina Amber Charlesworth. Their conversation brought some encouragement about their long separation over this deployment. “She’s doing well,” he said. “She heard stories about how hard deployments can be, and she said being pregnant while I’m gone is as bad as it can get. She said it’s still not hard.” Long deployments come with many obstacles trying to stay in touch with loved ones. Telephone calls, letters and e-mails are the main method of communicating, but video teleconferencing allowed for a more personal contact. Even with programs like Skype and Facetime available throughout the

world, the ships do not have the bandwidth to support such internet programs. For some of the Marines and sailors this was the first time they saw each other since deploying in March. “It feels good to be able to connect our Marines and sailors with their loved ones by allowing them to be able to talk to each other through the VTC. I’m glad I get to be a part of that,” said Gunnery Sgt. Andre McKay, communications chief for the 24th MEU aboard the USS New York, who coordinated the VTC with the 24th MEU’s family readiness networks at Camp Lejeune. This VTC capability on ship helped bridge the technology gap for Marines like Charlesworth who expressed his pride for his wife’s strength and how she’s dealing with the trials of pregnancy while he’s deployed. His excitement was evident when he spoke of coming home as a father. “She’ll be at 8-months next week “I can’t wait, it’s going to be cool. I always wanted to be a dad,” he said. “It was nice to see her and talk to her. I call as much as I can because I worry about her,” he said. They’ve talked many times over the deployment, but those phone calls couldn’t compare to finally seeing her pregnant with their son. “I really wanted to see her belly, and it was really great to finally see it,” he said. In June, the 24th MEU set up a simiMIS

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Staff Sgt. Jonathan M. Griffith, ordnance maintenance chief assigned to Combat Logistics Battalion 26, 26th Marine Expeditionary Unit, loads the .50-caliber machine gun on a M88A2 heavy equipment recovery combat utility lift and evacuation system at Fort Pickett, Va., Sept. 15. (Below) Marines assigned to CLB-26, 26th MEU sit on an M88A2 heavy equipment recovery combat utility lift and evacuation system at Fort Pickett, Va., Sept. 15.

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arines from Combat Logistics Battalion 26, 26th Marine Expeditionary Unit, fired a new cupola turret system for their M88A2 heavy equipment recovery combat utility lift and evacuation system at Fort Pickett, Va., Sept. 15. The Hercules fired at mechanical targets alongside a separate familiarization training exercise CLB-26 was also conducting. “That cupola is actually the same cupola they have on the turret of a tank.� said Staff Sgt. Jonathan Griffith, CLB-26 ordnance maintenance chief. “They put

it on because you had to man handle our old one. This one is under power, and it’s got a three, six and 50powered thermal sight on it. It is mounted, and you fire it from the inside.� Safety is always paramount in anything the Marine Corps does, especially in a life-threatening situation like combat. “Everything is electronic so you can safely fire from the inside,� he said. “ You have a trigger inside which hits the butterfly sending rounds downrange.� Along with safety, the remote controlled turret has other features giving Marines a tactical edge. “This system gives us more accuracy,� said Griffith. “It’s on a very firm platform and obviously having those sites allows you to see further downrange and better identify your targets.�

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Combat Logistics Battalion 26, 26th Marine Expeditionary Unit, is fielding their new lightweight water purification system at Fort Pickett, Va., this month. Staff Sgt. Joshua C. Collins, CLB-26 utilities chief, said according to the Naval Preventative Medical Manual, a Marine or sailor requires 20 gallons of water a day to sustain military operations. The number for the water required is factored from everything including showers, laundry, drinking water and the water used to prepare food for chow said Lance Cpl. Logan B. Vasquenz a CLB-26 water purification specialist. “Our old system, the (Tactical Water Purification System), is rated to filter 1,500 gallons per hour when it is used with fresh water,� said Collins. “We can set the whole system up and filter 6,000 gallons of water in four to six hours. It can run 18-20 hours per day on 20 gallons of gas and single handedly provide enough clean water for the entire (26th Marine Expeditionary Unit).� With space being a critical asset in operations, size is a large factor when determining the viability of any type of cargo. CLB-26 is testing and using the new LWPS because it is highly mobile, said Vasquenz. “The new system is on a smaller scale, based off the numbers from the TWPS. It can roughly sustain and maintain a company-sized level with clean water,� said Collins. “Some of the advantages of the new system are it is self-sustained and fits inside a Quadcon, capable of being moved around on the back

of a truck and fitting into smaller areas vice the TWPS which weighs more than 10,000 pounds and is hard to get into tight areas.� A Quadcon is a stackable military shipping container that can hold more than 200 cubic feet and more than four tons. Although both water systems have distinct advantages, CLB-26 is pushing to completely transition into the LWPS. It only takes two Marines to set up the system and only one Marine to properly operate it. Capable of properly filtering water in almost all conditions, including freezing temperatures, Collins said the water purification specialists of CLB-26 are capable of filtering chemical, biological and nerve agents from any water source. He said the process starts by the system pulling the water in from any fresh, salt or brackish water source into the raw water system where it is then discharged into a microfiltration feed tank. After going through 12 micro-filters it becomes feed water, then put into the reverse osmosis feed tank creating RO feed water. Next, the water is pushed through two high-pressure pumps, and then through a turbo charger ending up in the RO elements where calcium hyper chloride is added creating clean, purified water. The water is kept in 3,000gallon storage tanks ready to be picked up and distributed among troops. “If you don’t have water on deck in any kind of mission in the Marine Corps, you are not going to survive,� said Collins. “Marines will start dying within a couple days of not having portable water to consume and won’t be able to carry on the fight or continue the mission.�

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Lance Cpl. Eric D. Rivera, a water purification specialist assigned to Combat Logistics Battalion 26, 26th Marine Expeditionary Unit, tests the chlorine levels in the battalion’s new lightweight water purification system at Fort Pickett, Va., Sept. 10.

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(Left) Lance Cpl. Dylan Tinsley, 26th Marine Expeditionary Unit chemical, biological, radiological and nuclear defense specialist, dawns his personal protective equipment at Fort Pickett, Va., Sept. 14. (Right) A decontamination area is set up at Fort Pickett, Va., Sept. 14. The chemical, biological, radiological and nuclear defense Marines cross trained with the Army National Guard CBRN enhanced reaction force package and the Air Force to get a better understanding on how different branches conduct decontamination. This training is part of the 26th MEU’s pre-deployment training program. The 26th MEU is slated to deploy in 2013.

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he 26th Marine Expeditionary Unit chemical, biological, radiological and nuclear defense Marines conducted cross training with the Army National Guard and Air Force at Fort Pickett, Va., Sept. 14. “Today we are out here observing the National Guard and are conducting patient decontamination,” said Chief Warrant Officer 2 Class Scott Myhra, 26th MEU CBRN officer in charge. “Cross training is important because

any scenario that might come up – whether it be domestic or overseas – we would typically work in a joint environment. It is extremely beneficial being able to see what each service’s capabilities are.” Sgt. 1st Class Jeffrey Payne, CBRN enhanced response force operations sergeant, said the more our branches work together, the more ready we’ll be in responding to a national emergency similar to the attacks on 9/11 or any other catastrophic event, either man-made or natural. “We don’t always know who will be there first or who will be the closest in case we need to respond.

Having the ability to work jointly and to understand how the others operate helps us put together a proper response, and it will save lives,” said Payne. Even though the Guard and the Marines with CBRN train at the same military occupational specialty schoolhouse, once they go to their units, they may learn different ways of doing things. “Once everyone gets to their elements I know everyone trains differently,” said Payne. He said he wanted to show the Marines what the Guard does on a civilian response and how to operate independently of

a military structure. “When we respond to an incident we don’t have an administrative or an operations section. We fall under the incident command system that the federal government has,” said Payne. “Just about every fire department uses ICS so hopefully it is something the Marines do take away from this training. We want to show we have a dual role. Our chemical unit does have Army gear, but they don’t use it for this training. They have to learn how to use the civilian equipment as well.”

Traveling to Fort Pickett gave the Marines an opportunity not easily found in Camp Lejeune. “The (Marine Logistics Group) regularly does this type of training, but the services – as far as us being able to reach out and connect with the National Guard or the Air Force – is not common,” said Myhra. “Basically, being out here, away from the Camp Lejeune environment, allows us to focus more on different types of training.” It is important for CBRN to be proficient

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Corpsman serves country on first deployment CPL. MARK GARCIA Regional Command Southwest

“As a senior in high school, Petty Officer 3rd Class Ricky Lattimore made the decision to serve his country. One month after his May 2008 graduation, he was on his way to basic training. Lattimore, a corpsman with 2nd Tank Battalion, Regimental Combat Team 6, joined the Navy in an effort to better his life. After playing football and basketball since his sophomore year, he did not receive a scholarship to play sports in college. Unable to afford continuing his education, he enlisted in the Navy. “After my senior year, I didn’t get a scholarship to

play football or the chance to go to acting school,” said Lattimore. “My mom couldn’t afford to pay for it, so I had to figure out a plan to get out of there. At the same time, I had to get an education. One day I met a Navy recruiter who stopped by my job. He asked me if I wanted to join the Navy, and I was all for it after that.” Not wanting a manual labor job, Lattimore decided to get a job in the Navy that would challenge him mentally. “I didn’t want some kind of hard labor job. Instead I was looking for a job where I would need to work with my mind,” Lattimore said. “When they offered me the corpsman job, I thought it would be

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Serving as the commander of an explosive ordnance disposal company with 2nd Brigade, 215th Corps, Afghan National Army, Capt. Kamal is currently serving in Helmand province. The twoyear ANA veteran wishes to see his country take shape into a more independent and safer nation.

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Countless men and women stepped up and honored their country by serving in their nation’s military. In Afghanistan, it is no different, but Capt. Kamal is one of the many Afghan soldiers who dropped everything and came running in the defense of his country. Kamal is the commander of an explosive ordnance disposal company with 2nd Brigade, 215th Corps of the Afghan National Army and currently serves in Helmand province. “I have been in the Army for the last two years and love it,” said Kamal. “I enjoy knowing I am contributing to the improvement of my country. It is an honor.” Growing up, Kamal had ambitions like those of most children and led a traditional childhood. “Growing up was normal like any other childhood,” said Kamal. “We all wanted to be doctors, lawyers or soccer players.” Kamal’s traditional childhood can be compared to any other child’s in the United States, minus the fighting. He is fighting for a nation that has been in a state of conflict for more than 30 years, a nation he wishes to see prosper through all the adversity. “I joined the Army to help my people,” said Kamal. “They are who I am here for. They are who I fight for.” “I want to help create a safer future for them,” added Kamal. “I want to see an Afghanistan with better education, more jobs for the people and a safer place for the population.” To bolster their efforts, Kamal and his company work with Marines to improve key skills. “The Marines (who) mentor us are great,” said Kamal. “They help us day and night. They helped certify a number of our soldiers. They can now officially hold the EOD title. They also showed us better (improvised explosive device) sweeping techniques and helped improve our Humvee driving.” These are critical skills needed by an EOD soldier, the more proficient they are the better they can perform. “It is not the future of Afghanistan,” said Kamal, referring to an IED blast that occurred about an hour prior to being interviewed. “We want to finish the fighting, finish the war and watch everything change for the better.” This is a goal Kamal said he will see through until the end. “I plan on staying in the Army until they’re done with me,” said Kamal. “That won’t be until the job is done or I am dead.”

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a challenge. I’ve always liked helping people out too, so what better way to do it than providing medical care. It seemed like the perfect job for me.” As a corpsman, Lattimore was able to work both as a “blue side” and “green side” corpsman. “Blue side” corpsmen primarily work with the Navy at military hospitals and clinics while “green side” corpsmen work alongside Marines. “I was ‘blue side’ and was stationed in Okinawa, Japan, working at the Naval hospital. I loved it out there, the environment and the people were so nice,” Lattimore said. “After I was done, I had the choice

to go on a ship or ‘go green side.’ I didn’t want to really go on a ship, and getting the chance to work with Marines kind of intrigued me.” Since coming over to the “green side,” Lattimore worked with the Marines from 2nd Tank Bn. “I love tanks. I got to learn a lot about them just from being stationed with them,” Lattimore said. “Being with tanks on this deployment is very interesting. I mean, there might be a firefight or something going on, but once the insurgents see the tanks, they usually cease all hostile acts. I’d rather not go anywhere else, I’d like to just stay with tanks the whole

time on I’m on the ‘green side.’” To deal with being separated from his loved ones, Lattimore takes time to zone out while listening to music. “The best way I found to cope with being away from my friends and family is just to find a nice little space where I can listen to some music and kind of zone out for a few minutes,” Lattimore said. He continued, “I like to just forget everything happening around me, and everything is usually all right after I do that.” Since enlisting in the Navy, Lattimore wanted to deploy. “I always wanted to

go to Afghanistan just so I could say I served my country and did my part.” Lattimore’s daily tasks include caring for and looking after the Marines in his platoon, and going on any combat operations where he might be needed. “Doc Lattimore is pretty laid back. He knows his job real well, and he’s a great mentor. He definitely looks after us and makes sure we’re all doing alright,” said Sgt. Guensly Dorisca, 2nd Tank Bn. “In the Marine Corps community we have corpsmen, but I never worked with a corpsman like him before. I mean he’s part of the platoon. Everything we do, he’s always a part of it.”

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Sgt. Dustin Pierce, a squad leader with Battalion Landing Team, 1st Battalion, 2nd Marine Regiment, 24th Marine Expeditionary Unit, heaves a rock for distance while competing in the Training Force Challenge Sep. 16. The competition was the culmination of a three-week training package in Djibouti focused on the application of infantry skills in rugged mountain terrain. The 24th MEU is deployed with the Iwo Jima Amphibious Ready Group as a theater reserve and crisis response force throughout U.S. Central Command and the Navy’s 5th Fleet area of responsibility.

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Warriors compete in mountains of Djibouti STAFF SGT. ROBERT FISHER 24th Marine Expeditionary Unit

Marines with the 24th Marine Expeditionary Unit concluded a three-week training package in Djibouti Sept. 16 with a five-day competition designed to test everything they learned while ashore. The extensive training and competition, based in the coastal mountains off the Gulf of Toujours, focused on mountain-based infantry skills intended to lend tactical superiority in rugged environments. A platoon of Marines from Battalion Landing Team 1st Battalion, 2nd Marine Regiment based from the USS Iwo Jima participated in the training. “The Marines started off the training with some classes like the mountain

course and high-angle shooting, so they learned how to operate here. Then they moved into forceon-force training events where they were forced to think ahead of an enemy and react quickly. Finally they competed and had to employ everything they learned out here. Everything culminated in this event,” said Capt. Juan Ramos, officer in charge of the training force package. The Marines said they were ‘wore out’ after the grueling days spent navigating the mountains with conditioning hikes and high-angle shooting ranges. Despite their fatigue, they made the best of the final week, which began Sept. 11, and stuck together to make the training exciting and worthwhile. “These past few weeks were tough,” said Lance Cpl. Joshua Allen, a rifle-

man. “This was the most difficult thing I’ve ever done. It was fun and challenging, and I enjoyed being able to do this. The Marines in this unit, we’re all tight — close — like brothers. Everyone worked hard to really try to win in this competition, but we still stuck together.” As they started the competition Sept. 12, the temperament of the camp shifted as the Marines’ exhaustion left many restless over the improvised training challenge. But everything changed when it was game on. “At first, they weren’t too into it, these Marines were out here training pretty hard, so everyone’s exhausted,” said Staff Sgt. Robert Thomas, platoon sergeant. “But by day two, they really started to get into it. By day three, they were checking the score-

board constantly to see who was in the lead. Eventually everyone got into it.” The games brought out the competitive nature of the Marines as each warrior banded together to best his brother in the contest. “The competition was good. No one wants to lose to anybody so everyone really put a lot into it and tried to win,” said Lance Cpl. Tim Payne, a rifleman. His team took first place in the competition. The Marines began training in Djibouti in late August with courses comprised of classroom instruction in mission essential communication skills, indirect fire coordination and targeting methods, and survival skills such as building fires and finding water. They also conducted classes on mountaineering along with a water obstacle course on an adjacent

French military outpost. “Everybody had fun at the water obstacle course. It was probably the best part. Even the guys who couldn’t swim were having fun out there,” said Allen. The second week of the training package began Sept. 3 when the platoon returned to the field for a ‘force-on-force’ exercise, in which the platoon divided into separate elements and played out a loosely-scripted scenario in a simulated battlefield within the Djiboutian mountain terrain. As the weeks came to a close, the Marines gave everything they had left for the sake of competition. No one wanted to be caught in last place in the games as everyone strived to be first. “This was my favorite part of our training in Djibouti because it was a chance for some face-to-

face competition,” said Lance Cpl. James Ritchie, a rifleman. “It was nice to learn something new and do something we’ve never done before.” The individual winners of the competition were: 1st place, Lance Cpl. Todd C. Nolte, rifleman; 2nd place, Cpl. Benjamin Librizzi, rifleman and 3rd place, Lance Cpl. Jerecho McNeil, rifleman. The 24th MEU is deployed with the Iwo Jima Amphibious Ready Group as a theater reserve and crisis response force throughout the U.S. Central Command in the U.S. Navy’s 5th Fleet area of responsibility. A small contingent of Marines is ashore in Djibouti managing various unilateral, bilateral and joint exercises with other U.S. service members and French forces stationed in Djibouti.

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Master Sgt. James Clark, profound patriot SGT. RICHARD BLUMENSTEIN 24th Marine Expeditionary Unit

“At Sea” Master Sgt. James Clark marked the 11th anniversary of the Sept. 11 terror attacks in a special way – he signed on for three more years of service in the Marine Corps. Clark, a maintenance chief for Combat Logistics Battalion 24, 24th Marine Expeditionary Unit, reenlisted in the Marine Corps on the flight deck of the USS Gunston Hall in the Arabian Gulf. “When I had the opportunity I said I want that day,” Clark said. “To me, I thought it would be something special.” The 39-year-old Iraq-war veteran served more than 20 years in the Marine Corps. He said he chose this day because he wanted to inspire his Marines and knew a 9/11 reenlistment would do so. “If we sit around and mourn the loss all the time, then they win,” he said. “The way I was thinking about it was this: what better day to put faith in the younger Marines than on this day? Here I am on this day reenlisting to give service to my country for another three years. To me it was my own little special victory.” Clark’s Marine Corps journey began at 17-years-old, when a Marine recruiter contacted him. “He just kind of put to me the idea of, ‘Are you just going to stay on mommy and daddy’s coat tails your whole

life?’ It kind of ticked me off,” Clark said. He met with the recruiter in person and the Marine managed to do something other recruiters had not,” he challenged Clark. He showed Clark videos of boot camp, and talked to him about the difficulties of becoming and being a Marine; difficulties that would surely be more cumbersome for the then 5-foot-4-inch, 125pound Clark. “It was my challenge of becoming a Marine versus everyone else,” he said. “I talked to other recruiters. They didn’t challenge me. They were trying to sell me. I didn’t need to get sold.” Two years later, 19-year-old Clark enlisted in the Marine Corps and traveled to Marine Corps Recruit Depot Parris Island, S.C., Aug. 12, 1992. He signed up as a heavy equipment mechanic. Clark said the culture, sense of family and purpose he found in the MaPhoto by Sgt. Richard Blumenstein rine Corps has been the reasons for his Master Sgt. James Clark, a maintenance chief for Combat Logistics Battalion decision to continue service through- 24, 24th Marine Expeditionary Unit, re-enlists in the Marine Corps Sept. 11 on out the years. the flight deck of the USS Gunston Hall in the Arabian Gulf. “It becomes a calling,” he said. “The Marine Corps made me better. Now it members of society, earned multiple birth of my daughter. is at the point where I can make the meritorious promotions, traveled the After a lifetime of service, Clark can Marine Corps better,” world and more. count one more achievement among “How do you leave something like The most significant one to me them. Rather than retire, he chose to it, it is a calling to you?” is graduating boot camp. To me that continue service to his country. He Clark now spent a lifetime in the was it, that is what started it all,” he chose to make the commitment thouMarine Corps, complete with a life- said. Getting married to my wife in sands of miles away from home, on a time of achievements. He raised a fam- my Blues (the renowned Marine Corps boat in foreign waters, on a day that ily, went to war, mentored numerous enlisted dress uniform) at the church resonates with all patriotic Americans, young men and women into successful was something else. There was also the 9/11.

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SEPTEMBER 27, 2012

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Afghan soldier fights for country CPL. ANTHONY WARD JR.

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s the war in Afghanistan continues, more and more of the country’s natives are volunteering to serve. Among those who pledged to defend Afghanistan with their lives for the greater good of the people is 2nd Lt. John Muhammad. Muhammad serves as a platoon commander and explosive ordnance disposal officer in the 215th Corps of the Afghan National Army. Serving as an EOD officer, the two-year soldier calls Samangan province home, which he left to fight for those he loves. “I like the Army,� said Muhammad. “I get to serve for my family and do my part to create a better nation for the future. “That’s what I joined for,� added Muhammad. “Afghanistan is my country. I want to help my country.� Born in Afghanistan, Muhammad has the experience of living under a TaliPhoto by Cpl. Anthony Ward Jr. ban regime. He saw the nation at its low Second Lt. John Muhammad, explosive ordnance disposal officer with points and high points his last 30 years the 2nd Brigade, 215th Corps of the Afghan National Army, has been of life. serving his country for the last two years. “We have been fighting in Afghanistan BASTION FROM 1A When the attack began, the landing support specialists were in three different locations. Three Marines were at the A/DACG, four Marines where at the cargo lot and the remaining Marines were in their living spaces. “I started hearing explosions, so I went outside to see what was going on,� said Staff Sgt. Justin Pauley, the landing support detachment chief. “I saw a RPG flying overhead, and I immediately told my Marines to get their (personal protective equipment) on.� Despite small-arms fire and indirect fire impacting around his position, Pauley knew he had to make contact with his higher headquarters on Camp Leatherneck to inform them of the current situation he and his Marines were in. “I called the (Command Operations Center) and told them we were under attack and taking fire,� said Pauley. “I told them about the situation and what I saw.� After relaying the information to his chain of command, Pauley ensured his three Marines and one civilian at the A/DACG had proper cover, and then he and his Marines began to provide security, ensuring no insurgents made it past their position. Support from the sky When the first explosion happened, Lt. Col. Stephen Lightfoot, the commanding officer of Marine Light Attack Helicopter Squadron 469, thought the blast was relatively close. Occasionally, friendly forces conduct controlled detonations outside the perimeter fence; however, this explosion seemed to be a little louder and closer. “I went outside after hearing the first explosion and within 15 seconds I heard another explosion,� said Lightfoot. “That’s when I saw the flames on the Harrier flightline. I yelled out for everyone to get to the (indirect fire) bunkers on our compound.� One of the teams of insurgents went to the AV-8B Harrier flightline and began to attack the jets and per-

sonnel. By the conclusion of the assault, six Harriers were destroyed and two others were significantly damaged. Upon seeing the fire and explosions, Lightfoot knew he needed to get his aircraft in the sky not only to provide overwatch and close-air support, but also to protect the aircraft. “I had to get the aircraft airborne,� said Lightfoot, from Azusa, Calif. “I told the duty (operations officer) to sound the Troops in Contact alarm and get the alert aircraft airborne immediately.� Hearing the Troops in Contact alarm at the HMLA-469 compound is nothing new for the Marines. The AH-1W Cobras and the UH-1Y Huey helicopters are often called to provide air support to coalition forces who are engaged with enemy forces. However, responding to their own alarm is something the Marines had not done before. “Usually we respond to TICs for other units,� said Lightfoot. “However, everyone acted instinctively, got to the aircraft and got the alert aircraft launched despite taking fire on the flightline.� Once airborne, the alert aircraft had challenging conditions to fly in. In addition to armed insurgents on the ground, the pilots had to overcome other obstacles. “It was a very dark night. There was no moon,� said Lightfoot. “However, on the flightline there were multiple aircraft on fire and a couple other areas were on fire as well, so it was extremely bright. There were 50 to 100-foot flames and a lot of thick smoke.� While the flying conditions were complex, the commanding officer’s biggest concern was the Marines and coalition forces engaging the insurgents. “We knew we had a lot of friendly (forces) on the ground,� Lightfoot said. “We wanted to make sure we did no harm to them or to their positions.� Engaging the enemy Thomas and his landing support specialists at the cargo lot on Camp Bastion saw

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four insurgents make their way down the flightline. They knew they needed to maneuver to find better positions to engage the enemy. At the same time, a British Quick Reaction Force was arriving on scene to assist in the counterattack. “I attached myself with the British QRF while some of my other Marines held and maintained security at the cargo lot and on the flightline,� Thomas said. The British QRF along with Marines from CLB-2 and 3rd Marine Aircraft Wing (Forward) began to push toward the enemy and engage their position. Additionally, the alert aircraft from HMLA-469 were able to see coalition forces engaging the insurgents. “One of our Marines on the ground was using night vision goggles and engaging the enemy from the ground,� Lightfoot said. “Additionally, the pilots saw the QRF engaging the same position.� Once the pilots confirmed the enemy position, they were able to employ their respective aircraft’s weapons systems to eliminate one

team of insurgents. Following their first engagement, the alert aircraft maintained radio communication with Marine Attack Squadron 211, the Harrier squadron, on the ground. The Harrier squadron was able to relay information about another group of insurgents’ location to the helicopters providing close-air support. “(VMA-211) told the pilots where the enemy was,� Lightfoot said. “They used the information to engage the enemy from approximately 200 feet in the air and were able to eliminate the threat. “The pilots were dangerclose to friendly positions, but were able to use the information received to engage the enemy without endangering friendly forces,� said Lightfoot. Every Marine a rifleman Fires continued to burn through the night, but rounds ceased being fired a few hours after the first explosion. Fourteen insurgents were killed and one was wounded and taken into custody by coalition forces.

for more than 30 years,� said Muhammad. “Before recently, nobody went to school, everyone was at home in the villages. The Taliban made sure of it.� As the Afghan forces and government continue to grow, Muhammad has visible signs of improvement etched in his memory. “Now things are changing,� said Muhammad. “People are going to school; people are joining the Army.� Muhammad’s ultimate goal for his country is to resemble the peace and free way of living most other countries enjoy. He feels the better things become, the closer Afghanistan is to achieving his dream, he said. “We want Afghanistan to look like your country,� said Muhammad, referring to America. “We don’t want to fight, we don’t want war. We want peace for our people. We don’t want the Taliban in our country. “We want to finish the fighting and finish the war,� added Muhammad. “We want our country to move in a positive direction and begin to prosper.� With soldiers as dedicated and driven to improve their country as Muhammad, one can only see Afghanistan becoming a far better place as time progresses.

Two Marines, Lt. Col. Christopher Raible, the commanding officer of Marine Attack Squadron 211, and Sgt. Bradley Atwell, an aircraft electrical, instrument and flight control systems technician with Marine Aviation Logistics Squadron 16, were killed during the attack. Additionally, eight coalition personnel and one civilian contractor were wounded. Marines with CLB-2 and 3rd MAW (Fwd), as well as British forces with the QRF, maintained security of the airfield for the remainder of the evening. Five aircraft with HMLA-469 patrolled the skies over Camp Bastion until the sun rose, ensuring no additional insurgents tried to gain access to the base. Looking back on the attack, the Marines felt as if everyone knew exactly what they needed to do to fight off the insurgents. “This was totally new to most of the Marines,� said Thomas. “But everyone listened, everyone stayed together. We had great communication, maintained proper sectors of fire and

had full accountability of our Marines.� “Every Marine is a rifleman,� Lightfoot said. “Marines of every military occupational specialty in the squadron, to include AH1W and UH-1Y aircraft mechanics, dropped their wrenches and grabbed their rifles to defend the HMLA469 compound from a wellarmed enemy. Through the coordinated use of ground and aerial delivered fires, in danger-close proximity to friendly forces, all enemy insurgents were killed or captured. I am extremely proud to serve with such high caliber men and women.� It has been more than a week since the insurgents attacked Camp Bastion. While there are still some signs that show there was a firefight on the base, the squadrons and Marines continue to push forward and accomplish their mission. “We are back to business as usual,� Pauley said. “We will continue to march forward, complete our mission and finish a successful deployment.�

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Runners leave the starting line in a group for the Marine Corps Half Marathon while families cheer them on Saturday. More than 300 people started and finished the race, which began and ended at the Russell Marine and Family Center aboard Marine Corps Base Camp Lejuene.

starting line. Located under a group of small tents, Marines and civilians mingled together, pulling on black T-shirts and donning pink accessories, each of them preparing to run for a reason. Among them, young children with various special needs waited impatiently in strollers, prepared to be pushed through the 13-mile race course by volunteer runners. Ainsley’s Angels, a public charity pairing runners with

disabled children, teens, and adults to help create an athletic ride-along program, attended the Marine Corps Half Marathon in full force, ready to pound the pavement for a purpose. “Ainsley’s Angels partnered with myTEAM TRIUMPH to help local kids with special needs take part in running events,” explained local chapter president Michelle Smith. “We gather SEE MARATHON 3B

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THE GLOBE, CAMP LEJEUNE, N.C.

Water temperatures fall as autumn approaches

Coastal North Carolina experienced yet another cool week last week. Similar to the past three weeks, cooler weather brought more fish to the shoreline, helping anglers in their quest to fill their coolers. With the help of live bait running the shoreline in large schools, autumn fishing seems to be here to stay. Last week, the first legal king mackerel of the season was caught on Bogue Pier. This monumental occasion signals a beginning to the fall fishing season. King mackerel was not the only fish caught last week. The bait schools awakened fish of all shape and size, and sent anglers in a frenzy as they attempted to fill their coolers as quickly as possible. The mullet invited bluefish to join them last weekend, and the Spanish mackerel and small Spanish pups chased the droves of silversides congregating near the piers. False albacore tuna also made their debut last week. Most seasons bring False albacore a little later, but the earlier appearance is another harebringer of autumn angling. In addition to the large selection of predatory

fish listed above, a resurgence of bottom-dwellers gave anglers more reason to rejoice last week. The pampano bite slowly returned to life this month. Many pompano are weighed in at the three-pound mark. Sea mullet and spots are also biting lines as quickly as they can be cast out from local piers and surf. In Emerald Isle, a 19inch fish of unknown species was caught by a bottom-dweller angler. For bottom-dwellers, 19 inches is a large fish. This is a good sign for anglers who enjoy reeling in bottom-feeders. Most anglers reported using shrimp and sand fleas as their bait of choice last week. These two types of bait lured in fish of all kinds. As a staple in eastern N.C., spots are a highlysought-after fish native to a very small portion of ocean off the Carolina coast. While the last few years were not the best for spot fishermen, this year is already showing promise. Anglers at Ocracoke reported strong catches a few weeks ago, and the spots are slowly making their way down the coastline. Soon the entire N.C. coast will be full of seasonal anglers hoping to catch the tasty autumn treat. For anglers interested in catching more than one type of fish, the Ft. Macon Rock Jetty did not disappoint last week. From flounder to spots to bluefish and mullet, anglers saw plenty of action. Surf fishing at the

point in Emerald Isle produced blues, Spanish, small pups, and an occasional flounder or speckled trout in the early morning hours. The morning bite occurs right before sunrise and ends shortly after. If you are not an early riser, work the sunset for a second chance at catching a wide variety of fish. I would recommend bringing a camera, as the Crystal Coast is currently experiencing some beautiful autumn sunsets. Aside from spot season this is also speckled trout season, and although we were not able to find any keepers last Thursday in the Haystacks, I heard there is a good by-catch bite including puppy drum and flounder. Apparently the key is live shrimp to ensure your limit of 18 to 20-inch speckled trout. Another good fall location includes the inlets. Beaufort inlet is producing gray trout and sea mullet. You can jig them up, or even better, use bouncing speck rigs tipped with shrimp on the bottom. On the surface, there are as many blues, some up to four pounds in the inlet. As you work your way farther into the inlet, there are good catches of gray trout, puppy drum and flounder at the train trestle just before the high-rise bridge. Oceanana reported good catches of sea mullet at night last week. Bogue Pier, reports nice pompano some over two-pounds, some sea mullet, blowfish, Spanish, blues and trout, black drum, short reds, keeper flounder and of course the 28-pound king mackerel over the weekend. Seaview Pier reports Spanish, blues, black and

red drum, as well as some mullet and spots. Surf City Pier reports a good mix of red and black drum, specks, pompano and small spring sized spots. Jolly Roger also reports bluefish but only a few Spanish, some pompano, sea mullet at night, but no spots so far. Again, none of the Topsail Island piers reported any king mackerel this past week. Offshore, the wahoo bite is still on and is still from the Swansboro Hole to the big Rock and inshore to the 90-Foot Drop. Some heads-up dates. Emerald Isle Park and Recreation, along with the Reel Outdoors is again sponsoring a couple of fall, Bogue Banks, no boats allowed, on your feet tournaments. The first is the Sixth Annual Flounder Tournament from September 22 to October 6. The second is the Tenth Annual Gordie McAdams Trout Tournament from October 20 to December 1. Both these tournaments are free, but you must pre-register at the Reel Outdoors Bait and Tackle Shop in Emerald Isle, at the Emerald Isle Park and Recreation or download the form online. The Ask Dr. Bogus Fishing show can be heard every Monday morning at 7:30 on 107.1 FM and 1240 AM, and can be accessed on the Coastal Daybreak Facebook page at any time. For more information on the Sixth Annual Flounder Tournament or the 10th Annual Gordie McAdams Trout Tournament visit www.emeraldisle-nc. org/eiprd or call 252354-6350.

He ran with stars, stripes Truth behind reaching your destination

I like to travel. While most little girls were hanging pillow cases off the back of their heads and pretending to walk down the aisle toward their teddy-bear groom and babydoll ministers, I was overseas correspondent Christiane Amanpour reporting live from a foxhole in Tehran. When most little kids were jumping across the hot lava sea in their living room, playing with barbies and monster trucks, I was claiming the trees I climbed in the name of Denmark, England and Nepal. Since my parents encouraged and aided in my curiosity about other countries, my behavior never struck me as odd. I was lucky to attend college in an area heavily populated by international students, who furthered my desire to

see new places and experience different cultures. My childhood adventures never took me to Jacksonville, N.C and yet here I find myself constantly in new places with new people doing new things. While I’m certainly not going to Nepal or reporting from any foxholes I am consistently aware of the excitement that stems from every new journey, no matter how tedious or daunting the task seems the night before. Last weekend, I was up and out of my apartment at 5:15 a.m. Saturday, making my way to the Russell Marine and Family Center to start my weekend activities with the Marine Corps Half Marathon. While it was all I could do to keep my eyes open as I stumbled toward the main stage to talk to athletes, others were shouting, laughing and talking around me, clearly much more excited about the start of the race than I personally thought anybody should be before the sun was up. At the starting line of the race, I noticed the uniquity of various runners. Some were running to beat their personal best time, others were testing their endurance, and others – most of whom were young

children – were along for the ride. One Marine wore his boots and carried the American flag. Another donned her Marine Corps Running Team gear. Others lined up with strollers, eager to share the experience of the half marathon with those who were not physically able to run it. Everyone had a reason to run. For most of the runners, finishing the race was only half the battle. It’s easy to push yourself to take another step when you can see the finish line. The challenge comes when you are approaching mile 10 and you are no longer sure if your lungs are in your body or if you lost them a mile back. Of course, when you finally finish the race and look back at it, you will remember those moments. Most people hear the expression “Life is about the journey, not the destination,” at least once in their life. I don’t know who first said it – maybe it was Shakespeare or somebody like Sting. All I know is while I was watching runners make their way past the seventh-mile marker at the half marathon, I couldn’t think of a truer statement. SEE COLUMN 4B

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For more information on games, tryouts, special events and exercise classes around Marine Corps Base Camp Lejeune check out Sports On Tap each week. To add your event e-mail jessie.heath@pilotonline.com. Space is limited to availability.

Midnight Maddness intramural softball tournament Tomorrow, 10 p.m. through midnight Join the men’s intramural softball teams for a night at the ballpark. The tournament will take place after dark and will feature your favorite unit-sponsored teams. All participating teams will play on the intramural fields behind Goettge Memorial Fieldhouse aboard Marine Corps Base Camp Lejeune. This event is free to attend. For more information visit www. mccslejeune.com/sports/intramural. Moonlight kayaking Saturday, 7 to 10 p.m. Take part in a relaxing evening on the water sponsored by the Outdoor Adventures’ division of Marine Corps Community Services aboard MCB Camp Lejeune. Beginning and ending at Courthouse Bay, this three-hour guided tour will take participants on a sunset tour of the coastal waterways. Due to the length of the trip kayaking experience is necessary. The cost of the event is $30. The event is open to all authorized Department of Defense identification cardholders 16 and older. For more information visit www.mccslejeune. com/outdoor. Youth Sports’ winter programs early registration Today through Oct. 5 The youth sports office will accept earlybird registration its for winter cheer and basketball programs at the youth sports office. The early registration fee is $25. Both programs are open to all authorized DoD identification cardholders children, ages 6 through 15. Basketball players must be measured in height at the time of registration. After programs fill to capacity, parents may add their child to the waiting list. For more information visit www. mccslejeune.com. Expanded hours for McIntyre-Parks recreational shooting complex Times vary Effective today, the McIntyre-Parks recreational shooting complex aboard MCB Camp Lejeune will extend its hours to better accommodate patrons. Until October, the shooting complex will be open Thursday and Friday from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m., and Saturday and Sunday from 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. From November to March, the complex will run on winter hours, and will be open from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Wednesday through Friday, and 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday and Sunday. The McIntyre-Parks recreational shooting complex is located on Old Sawmill Rd. For more information on the extended hours call 451-3889.

SEPTEMBER 27, 2012

THE GLOBE, CAMP LEJEUNE, N.C.

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Brewster Middle School athletes take to field for inaugural season games JESSIE HEATH Sports editor

For many young athletes, making a middle school sports team is a right of passage. For a select few, it is the chance to make history – an opportunity students at Brewster Middle School do not intend to bypass. For the inaugural Brewster Middle School softball team, the season is barely underway and already historic. The girls’ team earned their first win early in their season, and are fighting to stay strong and remain a force to be reckoned with. “They are already growing as a team. It’s easy to see how they’re learning and making adjustments,” said Tracy Murdock, whose daughter plays on the BMS softball team. “They’re a new team, but they’re learning in a different environment. It’s effective.” Transitioning to a new team was not an easy move, but was an important step in the athletic career of many of the team members. While many young athletes aboard Marine Corps Base Camp Lejeune choose to play youth sports, some athletes have little to no prior experience. Merging the two is a unique and challenging experience. “My daughter said some of the girls on the team never played before, so they were learning how to work as a team and how to play the basics of the game as well,” explained Murdock. “It’s a challenge, but I think it’s going well, particularly for a brand new team.”

Photos by Jessie Heath

(Top left) A member of the Brewster Middle School softball team takes her lead from first base during a teammate’s at-bat during a softball game against Northwood Parks Middle School Monday. (Bottom left) Brewster Middle School pitcher winds up to deliver the ball to the catcher during the girls’ softball game between Brewster Middle School and Northwood Parks Middle School at Jacksonville High School Monday. (Above) A member of the Northwood Parks Middle School softball rises to her feet as the Brewster Middle School catcher looks to the umpire for the call Monday afternoon at the Jacksonville High School softball field. Murdock, whose daughter played approximately seven years of softball before joining the first Brewster Middle School team, said the switch from youth sports to middle school competitive league is a big deal for kids. “When you switch from youth sports on base, which is a great program I’m glad we have, to school sports and start competing against teams out in town, you are fighting a different battle,” said Murdock.

“The girls go from practicing once every couple of days to every day, and from playing one day a week to playing multiple nights. It’s a big shift for a lot of them.” The shift in practice and the amount of time athletes spend after school is also a challenge for Brewster Middle School parents and students, who continue to rise to the occasion. “These kids are dedicated,” admitted Murdock. “My daughter goes to school, does everything

she needs to at practice, and comes straight home to study and do her homework. She gives 100 percent to everything she does.” With support and understanding from the youth sports division of Marine Corps Community Services aboard MCB Camp Lejeune, Brewster Middle School’s fall athletic calendar brought a welcome change of pace into the lives of many middle school students. The different organization system helps student

athletes better prepare for the high school teams, and keeps them on their toes as they learn to communicate and focus on the task at hand. “My daughter is really enjoying playing softball with the middle school,” explained Tracy Garber, whose daughter played youth sports last spring. “It’s a different system, but I can see her growing and learning more about the game. She’s learning to improve and talking to her teammates more when she’s on the field.”

Coached by Becky Austin, who also coaches the Lejeune High School softball team, the Brewster Middle School girls’ softball team, while still growing, showed potential and promise. BMS softball will play their next game Oct. 1 against Swansboro Middle School. The game will be held aboard MCB Camp Lejeune. For more information on Brewster athletics visit www.am.dodea.edu/ lejeune/bms.

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(Left) Team members of Ainsley’s Angels gather outside the Russell Marine and Family Center before the start of the Marine Corps Half Marathon Saturday morning aboard Marine Corps Base Camp Lejeune. (Above) Stroller Warriors’ Jennifer Engel, Deana Havens and Amanda Zimmerman smile as they jog past the halfway point of the Marine Corps Half Marathon Saturday. MARATHON FROM 1B kids who can’t run by themselves. They’ve paired with runners who take part in a lot of races willing to make it a special experience for them.” With their “captains” strapped in and ready to ride, volunteer runners, also called angels, stood by in groups of three, ready to push running chairs through the 13-mile course. “We have team angels who will be taking our captains through the course,” explained Smith. “This is something we’ve been looking forward to, and the kids enjoy it.” With a clear-cut purpose, angels stood behind their captains at the starting line, ready to make a mad dash as soon as the signal was given. As they pushed captains grinning and cheering with pompoms, the angels set off on their jog with their charges leading the way. “This gives everyone a chance to experience something new,” said Smith. “Our team angels are great. We couldn’t do this without them.” While Ainsley’s Angels pressed forward to provide a quality–of–life experience for their team captains, other runners and racers took part with another plan in mind.

Geoff Hopkins laid back in his handcranked chair before the race, stretching his arms and preparing for the test of endurance he was about to undergo. Hopkins chatted with other handcrank racers before the start of the half marathon, each of them excited and eager to take part in an event designed to test their endurance in an entirely different manner than most other runners. Because hand-cranked chairs do not require leg-work, hand-crank racers have to have stamina built to push themselves around the course. Their arms, shoulders and back muscles must be properly stretched and prepared before beginning a race of any length. “I spend time in the gym when I can, and I make sure I’m riding my bike on a regular basis,” said Hopkins. “You have to if you want to compete.” Hopkins decision to participate in the race came from his own desire to compete and test his abilities as an athlete. “You have to have a lot of stamina to compete in a half marathon, just like any other race,” said Hopkins. “You need to get in the gym and put in a lot of time in the saddle. In the end, if you’re trying to beat your own time, that’s what it boils down to.”

The Marine Corps Half Marathon route, a flat course winding through MCB Camp Lejeune, took runners more than an hour to complete, providing plenty of time for them to reflect upon their reason for running the race to begin with. They paired with friends throughout the course, chatting occasionally as breath permitted, to discuss their purpose. As they crossed the finish line, the entire race course behind them, they checked the race clock and congratulated each other on a task well-completed. Andrew Lee led the men’s divisions with a total race time of one hour and 16 minutes. Less than a minute later he was followed by Brian Schneidewind, who completed the race in one hour and 17 minutes. Olivier Harasse earned third place after stepping across the race time one hour and 20 minutes after he began. Cpl. Christine Kunish, a member of the Marine Corps Running Team, paved the way for female runners, stepping across the finish line after one hour and 24 minutes, giving her more than sixminute lead over second place female Jane Greene and third place runner Amy Mohr.

In the children’s categories, 11-yearold Ethan Graves led the way along the race route, completing the half marathon in two hours and 20 minutes. He was followed by 12-year-old Kelly Ryan, who completed the race in two hours and 29 minutes. For the Grand Prix Series runners aiming to win the year-long competition, competing in the Marine Corps Half Marathon was a lofty accomplishment. The points they were awarded for competing and completing the race course will be added to their year-long total. The next Grand Prix Series race is the Beirut Memorial 10K. The Beirut Memorial race will take place aboard Marine Corps Base Camp Johnson Oct. 13. For more information on the Marine Corps Half Marathon visit www. mccslejeune.com. To view the race results visit www.resultsarchive.active. com/pages/searchform.jsp#hot_links. For more information on Ainsley’s Angels visit www.ainsleysangels.com. For more information on the Grand Prix Race Series visit www.mccslejeune.com/grandprix.

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mer begins to break away from the pack. She moves quickly through the water, gliding past her opponents toward her teammate, who is waiting for her at the opposite end of the pool. Her name is Jessica Martinez, and she knows what she wants. She wants a gold medal. As Martinez reaches the end of the pool, her teammate takes off. Like Martinez, Courtney Quinn is determined to hold a gold medal at the end of the relay. By the time Quinn reaches

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Donovan Mouton, Courtney Quinn, Joshua Gomez and Jessica Martinez (front row) showcase the medals they won while representing North Carolina at the Puerto Rico Special Olympics earlier this month. Behind them, their parents and coaches stand in a show of unwavering support for the Onslow County swim team.

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(Left to right) Swimmer Donovan Mouton showcases the gold, silver and bronze medal he won competing in the Puerto Rico Special Olympics recently. Courtney Quinn, a member of the N.C. swim team, smiles as she wears her three gold medals and one bronze medal from the Puerto Rico Special Olympics. North Carolina swim team member Jessica Martinez dons her gold medal, bronze medal and fourth place pin, along with her hat and scarf from the Special Olympics. Joshua Gomez, the youngest member of the N.C. swim team, proudly displays his two gold medals and bronze medal from the Special Olympics. Mouton, Quinn, Martinez and Gomez represented the North Carolina delegation at the Puerto Rico Special Olympics. SWIMMERS FROM 6B victory. As his hand touches the wall, everybody knows he’s done it. Martinez, Quinn, Mouton and Gomez are gold medalists. The crowd cheers louder than before, whistling and yelling for them. This is their moment to shine. They are rockstars. It is a moment they dreamed about for a long time. Their hard work finally paid off. Hours of practice aboard Marine Corps Base Camp Johnson were rewarded as heavy gold medals were draped around their necks for everybody to see. As delegates of the North Carolina Special Olympics team, the four athletes traveled from Onslow County to Puerto Rico to take part in the Special Olympics earlier in September. With head coach Laura Quinn, male coach Nick McCullen, and their parents cheering from the sidelines, they took the plunge into the water as fearless competitors. “They were phenomenal in every event they competed in,” said Laura. “They really did a wonderful job, and we couldn’t be more proud of them.” In addition to the team relay, the swimmers participated in individual events. Between the four of them, they gathered a grand total of 12 medals and

one fourth place pin at the Puerto Rico games. Their parents cheered loudly from the sidelines, and the swimmers accumulated fans from other countries, winning people over with every event they took part in. “We were pretty much the favorites,” admitted Martinez. “We had lots of fans when we won our medals.” Courtney, whose favorite part of the Puerto Rico games was winning the relay, said seeing friends she met at previous Special Olympic events was a wonderful bonus. “I talked to one of the women Courtney met when she went to China, and she told me how nice it was to see us again and how Courtney hadn’t changed a bit from the last time we saw them,” said Laura. “She still asked all the same questions, and had a lot to say and laugh about.” The Puerto Rico Special Olympics was about more than winning, though. Surrounded by other athletes, the N.C. swimmers and their families made new connections and reunited with old friends in their unique community. Unlike the outside world, where ignorance often leads to hurt and frustra-

tion, the Puerto Rico Special Olympics gave athletes a chance to shine in a safe and secure environment. Enveloped in their newfound sense of community, even total strangers became best friends during the week-long competition. “Everybody was there for one reason, and it was to support our kids,” explained Martinez’s mother. “It was a safe place where our kids were surrounded by kids just like them, who all wanted to compete and have fun. The families were all looking after each other. We all knew how important this was.” Even though they were competitors at the games, the members of the N.C. swim team were quick to take part in everything they could. Given the chance to interact with athletes from all over the world, the N.C. swim team members bonded quickly with new and old friends. When they weren’t competing, they engaged in dance parties in their hotel, took trips around town, and enjoyed plenty of time relaxing in the hotel hot tub and pool. They were quick to share anecdotes of McCullen attempting to trade dance moves with the Ugandan delegation during a late-night dance party in the

hotel, and displayed pins they traded with athletes from Peru, Guatemala, England, Canada, and a host of other countries. They talked about reuniting with friends from China and past swimming events, pausing in their stories to give their parents quick hugs and ask to take another family photo wearing their medals. “It was the best trip ever,” Martinez proudly stated. “The very best.” Martinez’s declaration met no disagreement from parents or coaches. “Indescribable,” whispered Gomez’s mother. “Absolutely fantastic.” While their athletes were housed with other delegations in a large, fivestar hotel in Puerto Rico, the parents stayed in a different hotel. The athletes, they made it clear, deserved the very best. “Puerto Rico did everything they could to make this a special experience,” explained Martinez. “They made sure the athletes had the best of everything possible. They had a beautiful hotel, great food and an incredible group of people working with them at the hotel to make sure everything was perfect. They deserved all of it.”

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(Above) Local Special Olympics swim team coordinator Donna McCullen (left) cheers for the North Carolina swimmers at the Puerto Rico Special Olympics recently. (Left) The N.C. Special Olympics’ swim team proudly displays their Opening Ceremonies sign at the Puerto Rico Special Olympics recently. (Below) The N.C. Special Olympics swim team poses with their families after winning the gold medal in the team relay race at the Puerto Rico Special Olympics.

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Leaders from across Marine Corps Base Camp Lejeune help kick off the Combined Federal Campaign by making the season’s first contributions aboard MCB Camp Lejeune Sept. 14. The CFC is the largest and most successful charity organization in the United States. PFC. JOSHUA W. GRANT Marine Corps Base Camp Lejeune

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ounded in 1961 through an executive order signed by President John F. Kennedy, the Combined Federal Campaign remains the largest and most successful charity organization

in the United States. Targeting federal employees, the CFC allows charities the ability to solicit donations from individuals, while in the workplace, who may otherwise not be sought out by charitable organizations. With 2,683 eligible charities the CFC encourages people to spend a little extra money for their favorite charity.

The annual charity drive for the CFC lasts between Sept. 1 and Dec. 15, but donations can be made throughout the year. In 2011, the CFC raised $929,515, a slight decrease from the roughly $960,000 raised in 2010. Alicia Hill, the Combined Federal Campaign director, said the decrease in donations is due to the draw down in service

members as well as the cut backs to the postal staff. Although CFC-wide donations were down, the local division of the campaign recorded an increase in donations from postal workers, said Hill. Onslow County’s division of the CFC is run by Marine Corps Installations East – Marine Corps Base Camp Lejeune’s Manpower Department under

supervision of John Armour. With the added bonus of tax deductable donations, the CFC is striving for increased donations in order to give as much help as possible to charities. To donate or for more information visit www.onslowcountycfc.org or visit the organizations national website at www. opm.gov/cfc.

NCIS recognizes Connecticut native awarded Purple Heart for actions in combat hard workers LANCE CPL. PHILLIP CLARK 2nd Marine Division

1st Lt. Robert Palumbo was awarded a purple heart by Brig. Gen. James W. Lukeman, the commanding general of 2nd Marine Division in a ceremony recently. Palumbo, the former team leader for Border Advisory Team 2, 1st Light Armored Reconnaissance Battalion, Regimental Combat Team 5, 2nd Marine Division (Forward), received the award for his actions in combat Jan. 10, 2012, while leading his section in support of Operation Enduring Freedom on an un-partnered, mounted security patrol in Helmand province, Afghanistan. The first vehicle of four in the patrol was struck by an improvised explosive device knocking Palumbo unconscious. After awakening he reacted immediately, assessing his Marines. Upon realizing none of his Marines were critically injured, he instructed the gunner of the vehicle to fire a green star cluster per the team’s standard operating procedures. “The first thing that passed

through my head after I came to was SOPs and making sure everyone was okay,” said Palumbo. “I checked myself for injuries and then immediately assessed all Marines before giving the command to shoot the green star cluster.” After the green star clusPhoto by Lance Cpl. Phillip Clark ter was shot they 1st Lt. Robert Palumbo is awarded a Purple Heart followed up with Medal recently by Brig. Gen. James W. Lukeman, an IED check the commanding general of 2nd Marine Division. around the vehiwar and to keep doing what they’re cle to check for doing. any secondary IED’s. “This Purple Heart ceremony “We followed SOPs and took care of everyone until we returned is a reminder the division is still at to the base to get flown to Camp war,” said Lukeman. “The first priDwyer for further assessment,” said ority is still the Marines and sailors who are deployed forward, and we Palumbo. At the ceremony, Lukeman men- have to take care of them, and make tioned how the division is still at sure we’re ready for anything.”

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The Naval Criminal Investigative Service aboard Marine Corps Base Camp Lejeune recognized North Carolina highway patrol and Marine Corps Base Camp Lejeune special response team for their collaborative efforts in keeping the installation a safe place to live recently. The ceremony, held at NCIS headquarters aboard MCB Camp Lejeune, was an opportunity to present tokens of appreciation and awards to personal who worked with NCIS. Joe D. Kennedy, special agent in charge of NCIS, started by presenting NCIS clocks to 1st Sgt. David Oglesby, highway patrol commander, and Col. Richard A. Anderson, assistant chief of staff for security and emergency services Marine Corps Installations East provost marshal. Oglesby said he enjoyed working with NCIS and helping to support them. “Great working with each and every one of you,” said Anderson. “It’s what you can do when no one really cares who gets the credit, you just want to put the bad guys away.” Supervisory Special Agent David Gardner read aloud the operational excellence service award given to member’s of provost marshals office’s SRT for their recognition of skills, knowledge and high performance standards exhibited during February through August 2012. They provided surveillance and apprehensions SEE NCIS 2C

Worst case: Camp Lejeune plans exercise to test emergency response CAPT. JOSHUA SMITH

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Marines are known for being most ready when the nation is least ready. This ethos extends beyond those forward deployed to include Marine bases and installations throughout the globe. As such, Marine Corps Base Camp Lejeune will conduct exercise Urgent Response from Oct. 1 through 4 to test the base’s ability to respond to a crisis situation while simultaneously working with multiple agencies including Department of Defense Schools, Naval Hospital Camp Lejeune and local law enforcement officials. The main scenario will involve an active-shooter at Lejeune High School aboard MCB Camp Lejeune.

The base conducts a similar emergency response drill every year. Joseph Hanks, the exercise director, said this exercise will help to identify gaps in current all-hazards response plans, resource shortfalls and demonstrate the importance of mutual aid agreements with the local community. “The challenges will not only be the active shooter and mass casualties, but the role the Naval Hospital will play in receiving, treating and tracking patients,” said Hanks. “What we learn in these mass casualty exercises can also be used in other emergency response scenarios like destructive weather conditions,” said Mark Starnes, emergency manager for the Naval Hospital. “It tests how well we're prepared, our ability to work together in a crisis event, and our medical, logistical

and communication response procedures while treating a significantly higher number of patients than our norm with injuries that range in severity,” Starnes said. The Department of Defense Schools aboard Camp Lejeune also stands to benefit from the opportunity to test their emergency procedures and reunification plan between students and parents after an urgent situation. In addition to the active-shooter training, the weeklong exercise will include special reaction team hostage negotiation scenarios aimed to push first responders, law enforcement and base officials to the limit. Camp Lejeune continues to uphold the Marine Corps ethos of being most ready and prepared to quickly respond to any situation.

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MCCS hosts bi-annual Job Fair, Education Expo LANCE CPL. SCOTT W. WHITING Marine Corps Base Camp Lejeune

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eople join the military for a wide variety of reasons. Some can’t wait to leave home and join right after high school while others seek a job offering travel and adventure. Some service members want to use what they learn in the armed forces as a launch pad to catapult them into the job field of their choice once they leave the active or reserve ranks. Marine Corps Community Services hosted its bi-annual Job Fair and Education Exposition aboard Marine Corps Base Camp Lejeune Sept. 19 in order to give Marines and sailors nearing the ends of their active service an opportunity to discover what lies ahead in their path toward a successful civilian career. Approximately 80 employers and 55 colleges, universities and trade schools filled Marston Pavilion and the Russell Marine and Family Center, while service members and their dependents sought out viable career options beyond military service. Prospective employers were bombarded by a barrage of questions from interested applicants throughout the day. Questions about job qualifications, the hiring process, working day-today and benefits were common

among the employment portion of the event. In another room, representatives from various schools answered questions about how to use the GI Bill when applying for enrollment, signing up for online classes, and how to manage the military and class work at the same time. Many of the employers at the job fair were from various police departments in the area, which seemed to be a big hit among the service members. “A lot of our applicants want to continue serving even if they aren’t on active duty anymore,” said Angela Jones, a human resources personnel assistant with the Provost Marshall’s Office. “(Being a civilian Camp Lejeune police officer) gives them the opportunity to serve the military community and their fellow Marines, while not being in the Marine Corps.” Lee Tuthill, a transition support specialist with MCCS and one of the main coordinators for the event, said she invited companies that have a diverse range of job openings. “I wanted to bring in employers who had spots available to fill with Marines who may not have much education,” said Tuthill. “But, I also requested companies that have job openings for someone in a senior leadership role. There are jobs here for the four-year corporal getting out and there are jobs for the 20-year

Photo by Lance Cpl. Scott W. Whiting

Two Department of Public Safety career representatives give hand-outs to a Marine attending the Job Fair and Career Exposition aboard Marine Corps Base Camp Lejeune Sept. 19. Many Marines were hoping to find a job they would feel comfortable working in after leaving the Marine Corps. colonel as well.” Tuthill also invited school representatives who offered the same range of diversity educationally. There were people from construction and truck-driving trade schools, as well as the Uni-

versity of Southern California presenting information on admissions and majors at the education expo. Rachel Leveron, a senior admissions counselor with USC, said she answers a lot of ques-

tions about the GI Bill for service members and also gives insight on many unknown scholarships available to the military. Tuthill said the next Job Fair and Education Expo is scheduled for April 2013.

Training prepares Marines, soldiers to process mail in isolated areas LANCE CPL. PAUL PETERSON 2nd Marine Logistics Group

A Marine stood in front of the base’s main post office and directed visitors toward the small, inconspicuous tent off to the side. The field-expedient post office served as the new place of work for 14 postal Marines with Combat Logistics Regiment 2, 2nd Marine Logistics Group and three soldiers with the 82nd Sustainment Brigade from Fort Bragg, N.C., as they took rotating shifts manning the facility during a training operation Sept. 10 to 14. Their task was deceptively simple: handle mail the old fashioned way. It isn’t much to look at. It doesn’t have the technological amenities or the quantity of personnel found in the large base facility, but the consolidated field post office represents one of the only ways to take care of service members’ postal needs in isolated areas. “We’re trying to give them the training needed to succeed in servicing personnel in Afghanistan,” said Chief Warrant Officer 2 Christopher Heltebran, a postal officer with the regiment. “They are going from having everything they need at their disposal into an environment where they don’t have those resources. Most of the time, they don’t even have electricity.” This training will help the Marines perform missions as part of a Warrior Express Service Team, which provides amenities such as postal service

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Rear Adm. Marco Amigo Jimenez, general commandant of the Chilean Marine Corps, talks with Maj. Gen. John Croley after touring the Special Operations Training Group facilities at Stone Bay during his day-long visit to Marine Corps Base Camp Lejeune Sept. 13.

Chilean Commandant visits Camp Lejeune Photo by Lance Cpl. Paul Peterson

Marines and soldiers train inside a field-expedient post office aboard Marine Corps Base Camp Lejeune,during a training exercise to prepare for postal service in austere environments Sept. 11. Fourteen Marines with Combat Logistics Regiment 2, 2nd Marine Logistics Group joined with soldiers from the 82nd Sustainment Brigade to practice processing mail without the aid of modern technologies. to troops in remote forward operating bases. The traveling postal teams normally operate in groups of three or four and must have the ability to function independently. Experience is key to their self sufficiency, added Heltebran. The WEST model and training held at Camp Lejeune drew the attention of the Army, which sent three

soldiers to join the Marines at the field post office in order to expand their current postal capabilities. “We value the Marines as being the subject matter experts,” said Army 1st Lt. Ephriam Bethel, the operations officer for the human resources operations branch of the brigade. “We SEE TRAINING 4C

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Rear Adm. Marco Amigo Jimenez, general commandant of the Chilean Marine Corps, toured the Special Operations Training Group facilities at Stone Bay during his day-long visit to Camp Lejeune, Sept. 13. Maj. Gen. John M. Croley, the commanding general of U.S. Marine Corps Forces South, facilitated the visit to showcase the Marine Corps’ urban training facilities aboard the base. Jimenez witnessed firsthand how SOTG trains Marine Expeditionary Units and prepares them for deployment. Also, while at SOTG, Jimenez met with two Chilean Marines who are currently attached to the unit as liaisons. The U.S. and Chilean Marine Corps have an operational exchange program that allows the countries to work together and share information.

OFF-LIMITS ESTABLISHMENTS The following businesses are designated by the base commander as “off-limits” Bell Auto Salvage II at 136 Abbits Branch Rd., Hubert, N.C. Dash-In at 1316 Hargett Street, Jacksonville, N.C. D’s Drive Thru at 226 Wilmington Highway, Jacksonville, N.C. D’s Quick Mart at 2840 Highway 258 West, Richlands, N.C. Discount Tobacco at 331 G&H Western Boulevard, Jacksonville, N.C. Express Way at 1261 Gum Branch Road, Jacksonville, N.C. King’s Drive Thru at 1796 Gum Branch Road, Jacksonville, N.C. Laird’s Auto and Truck Repair (U-Haul Rental) at 1197 Piney Green Rd., Jacksonville, N.C. Moe’s Mart at 2105 Belgrade Swansboro Road, Maysville, N.C. New York Tobacco Center

(A.K.A. Tobacco for Less) at 439 Western Boulevard, Jacksonville, N.C. One Stop Shop at 501 Corbin Street, Jacksonville, N.C. Smart Buy Jacksonville, N.C. Smitty’s R&R at 3742 Highway 17, SC (South of Myrtle Beach, SC) Tobacco at 521 Yopp Road, Unit 106, Jacksonville, N.C. Tobacco Club at 487-B Western Boulevard, Jacksonville, N.C. Tobacco House Cigarette Center at 1213-C Country Club Rd., Jacksonville, N.C. Tobacco Leaf at 215 Western Boulevard, Jacksonville, N.C. Veterans Affairs Service Jacksonville, N.C. (This is a private organization not affiliated with the Department of Veterans Affairs or the VA Outpatient Clinic.)

Hotline numbers to report fraud, waste, abuse and corruption Photo by Cpl. Anthony J. Kirby

Col. Richard A. Anderson, assistant chief of staff for security and emergency services Marine Corps Installations East provost marshal, receives a token of appreciation from Joe D. Kennedy, special agent in charge of Naval Criminal Investigative Service aboard Marine Corps Base Camp Lejeune at the Naval Criminal Investigation Service headquarters recently. NCIS FROM 1C support, interviews, debriefs, high-risk training and a joint drug suppression operation partnership. “We drug (SRT) out at O’ dark thirty in the morning,” said Kennedy. “We had a murder case where they were (investigating at the bachelor enlisted quarters) for all day and then some more. We could not function without you.”

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Marines with 2nd Law Enforcment Battalion present Jon and Tammie Ashley, the parents of Sgt. Joshua Ashley, with his military police badge following a memorial ceremony at the Protestant chapel aboard Marine Corps Base Camp Lejeune Sept. 12. Sgt. Joshua Ashley was killed in Afghanistan in July while conducting operations in the Helmand province.

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o r e than 3 0 0 M a rines with 2nd Law Enforcement Battalion gathered at the Protestant Chapel aboard Marine Corps Base Camp Lejeune Sept. 12 for a memorial service to honor the sacrifice of Sgt. Joshua Ashley. Ashley, a military working dog handler with 2nd LE Bn., was killed by an improvised explosive device during combat operations in Helmand province July 19. With his family and friends in attendance, Marines reflected on Ashley’s life and remembered him as a compassionate, kindhearted and devoted Marine. “He was selfless, he was caring – but even more

than that, Sgt. Ashley loved,” said Lt. Col. Eric Young, the commanding officer of 2nd LE Bn. “He loved what he did, and he loved his dog Serius. But most of all, he loved his family and he loved (his fellow Marines).” In his remarks, Young encouraged Marines within the battalion to emulate Ashley’s compassion towards fellow Marines and carry that compassion with them equally, in combat and in garrison. During the ceremony, Marines with the Military Working Dog Platoon recalled serving alongside Ashley. Each Marine praised Ashley for his character, both as a Marine and as a friend. “He was a loving guy – a guy loved his family, loved his Marines, and loved his job,” said Cpl. Ryan G. Hale, a military working dog handler with 2nd LE Bn. “The love carried over for his passion to be the best Marine I have

ever known.” Lance Cpl. Kent Ferrell, a military dog handler who served alongside Ashley, remembered him as a great friend. Ferrell said there was nothing Ashley couldn’t do and there was nothing he wouldn’t do for a friend. “Josh was a titan in every sense of the word,” said Ferrell, with 2nd LE Bn. “He was not only powerful, but he also had an incredibly strong heart.” During the service, Ferrell sat with Ashley’s partner, a 5-year-old German shepherd named Serius. For the entire ceremony, Serius laid on the floor staring at a portrait of Ashley Photo by Sgt. Bobby Yarbrough in his dress blues. Serius Marines with 2nd Law Enforcment Battalion huddle together in silence in was by Ashley‘s side the rememberance of Sgt. Joshua Ashley during a memorial ceremony at the day he died. Protestant chapel aboard Marine Corps Base Camp Lejeune Sept. 12. “Between a man and a dog, there is a really strong they worked as a team. I’m presented to his parents. and honor Ashley’s sacrifice relationship,” said Ferrell. sure he’ll always remember Ferrell said Ashley’s in the future. “However in a combat Sgt. Ashley, just like the death brought the platoon “If we can carry his legenvironment, the bond is rest of us.“ closer together. He said he acy on through our lives, I multiplied. Serius and Sgt. To end the ceremony, learned many lessons from think it would be the greatAshley had a strong bond – Ashley’s military police Ashley’s death, and he est respect we could give each trusted one other, and badge was retired and hopes people will remember him.”

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Brig. Gen. Thomas A. Gorry, commanding general of Marine Corps Installations East – Marine Corps Base Camp Lejeune, speaks with Deb Fisher, the director of the USO of Jacksonville, during the Commanding General’s Fall Reception at the Paradise Point Officers’ Club Sept. 13. There were also elected officials who attended the event as well as the mayor of Jacksonville.

Base, Onslow County leaders ‘fall’ into fellowship LANCE CPL. NIK S. PHONGSISATTANAK

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Lance Cpl. Stephen Hemming, a postal clerk with Combat Logistics Regiment 2, 2nd Marine Logistics Group, prepares stamps for a customer at a fieldexpedient post office aboard Marine Corps Base Camp Lejeune Sept 11. The post office served as a training environment where Marines such as Hemming could learn how to process mail in a deployed environment where access to modern technologies can be limited or non-existent. TRAINING FROM 2C are always going to go out there and search for something better. Because this is something (they) do regularly, it has been great for us. My soldiers are very excited.” Bethel hopes to take the lessons learned here back to Fort Bragg, where he and his soldiers are working to build upon their own operations. Performing postal operations without the aid of modern technology poses distinct challenges, but the small connection postal Marines provide to the outside world can be a vital link for Marines in the field. The humble tent sitting outside the main Camp Lejeune post office is the first step in ensuring troops receive postal service in forward deployed locations.

Marine Corps Base Camp Lejeune hosted the Commanding General’s Fall Reception at the Paradise Point Officers’ Club Sept. 13. “The first thank you goes to all of our spouses who are here to support us,” said Brig. Gen. Thomas A. Gorry, commanding officer of Marine Corps Installations East – MCB Camp Lejeune. “Tonight is a night of friendship between the base and the operating forces. This is the most military-friendly state in the nation, and I want to thank the city of Jacksonville for all they do to support the Marines, sailors and their families. This gathering is just a token of our appreciation. Many bridges were built during the night of bonding. There were plenty of elected officials who attended the event as well as the mayor of Jacksonville. “This is a great opportunity for our military and civilian community to get together in an informal setting

and converse about everything and anything freely,” said Jacksonville Mayor Sammy Phillips. “Marine Corps Base Camp Lejeune and New River Air Station are very important to this area. We realize this importance and events like this strengthen our relationship. Just getting to know each other is the first step in making progress.” Military leaders and the prominent officials of the Jacksonville community shared ideas of how to improve aid and support to each other. “I think this is a superb event to have the base’s (commanding general) bring the unit leaders in for us to meet,” said Dr. Ron Lingle, the president of Coastal Carolina Community College. “Having the opportunity to get around and shake hands is an important part of building a relationship.” The atmosphere was relaxing and entertaining to all, and it could be seen on many faces. Many laughed, joked and toasted to shared feelings. “Being able to sit down and talk

is the important thing,” said Phillips. “We can exchange ideas and make sure we’re looking out for each other’s interest in building a perfect community to house the military personnel stationed here.” The city of Jacksonville is an irreplaceable support system to the Marines living on the crystal coast. Both the Onslow County and Marine Corps installations molded and adapted to maintain an effective relationship. “These functions are absolutely great because it gives the command a chance to continue socializing with the outside community,” said Col. Grover C. Lewis III, the assistant chief of staff of the MCIEAST - MCB Camp Lejeune Security and Emergency Services. “It is important for the two to continue to hold hands and be partners in a number of ventures. This is all for the good of the military personnel and their families. This is a great social setting to break bread and have some camaraderie. This event will help build the network to help our military community grow.”

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LONG TERM RENTALS 11 Bermuda Landing 3BR/2BA. Furnished or Unfurnished, town home located on North Topsail Beach. Home has: multiple decks with great views of the sound and sunsets, garage, and community pool and fishing dock. Pets Negotiable. Available October 15th. $1195 mo ----------------------------------100 Rolling Wood Circle 3BR/2.5BA. Unfurnished, located in North Shore Country Club, Minutes from beach, and short trip to base. Open floor plan w/garage. No Pets. Available September 15th. $1595 mo ----------------------------------2112 St. Regis 2BR/2BA. Furnished, oceanfront condo with access to fitness center, indoor pool, outdoor pool, basket ball, playground, tennis court, hot tub. Rent includes: water, sewer, trash, basic cable, Internet, trash, & local phone. No Pets. Available October 1. $1195 mo ----------------------------------115 Volusia Drive 3BR/2.5BA. Furn., town house, on N.Topsail Beach, multiple decks, ocean and sound views, encl. outdoor shower, covered parking, bonus/office room. No Pets. Available NOW $1295 mo ----------------------------------1113 St. Regis 2BR/2BA. Furnished, oceanfront condo with access to fitness center, indoor pool, outdoor pool, basket ball, playground, tennis court, hot tub. Rent includes: water, sewer, trash, basic cable, Internet, trash, & local phone. No Pets. Available October 1. $1050 mo 106 BELL POINTWaterfront, 3BR/2BA home on canal with utility building. Near marinas and convenient to Courthouse Bay. (Sorry, no pets or smokers) $750 per month. Call Realty World-Ennett & Associates 910-327-3600 109 FUTRELL ROAD Spacious 3 bedroom/1.5 bath home located in the Back Swamp area just past the airport. Hardwood floors, new carpet. Single-car garage. Available now, Section 8 allowed. First Month’s Rent Free! (910) 938-1976. No pets. $795/mo.

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910-347-4049 Email: aba@bizec.rr.com Website: www.abarents.com 116 LIVE OAK DRIVE Beautiful 3 bedroom 2 bath 1-car garage home located in wooded subdivision of LIve Oak Estates. Vaulted living room w/ fireplace. Convenient commute to base, shopping, restaurants, and airport. Available now! Call (910) 938-1976. No Pets. $950/mo. 118 BELVEDERE- 3BR/2BA home with garage and privacy fence in back yard. In “Neighborhoods of Holly Ridge” near the beach. $1000 per month. Call Realty World- Ennett & Associates 910-327-3600 144 MULLINS RD, Hubert- Large living room, fireplace, laundry room, sunroom, 3BR/1BA. Beautiful waterfront view. Close to back gate of Camp Lejeune. Large pet friendly yard. 910-353-5198 181 GRANTS CREEK ROAD Nice 3 bedroom 1.5 bath home with carport is available now. Located close to base, shopping, and schools. Quiet country living. No pets. Call (910) 938-1976. $850/mo. 2 AND 3 BEDROOM mobile homes for rent. 1.5 miles from Yopp Rd Walmart in country setting. No pets. For more information call 910-938-3489 or 910-232-1012 3BR/1.5BA BRICK HOME- Available now. 2 car garage, fenced in back yard, hunting privileges all for $900/month. Call 910-324-1660 3BR/2BA MODULAR HOME- Sun porch, easy access to local bases. Downtown Jacksonville. Close to Camp Johnson. $1100/month, security deposit required. 571-330-6792 4BR/2BA HOUSE- In Hubert between Flatwoods and Jumping Run Mud Bog. $1000/month and $1000 deposit. utilities not included, pet friendly. 910-381-1960

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www.bluewaterglobe.com 866-935-4129 Swansboro 2 BR $850 Month ---------------------------Emerald Isle 3 BR $900 Month ---------------------------Cedar Point 2 BR $900 Month ---------------------------Jacksonville 3 BR $950 Month ---------------------------Stella 3 BR $975 Month ---------------------------Hubert 3 BR $995 Month ---------------------------Emerald Isle 3 BR $950 Month Offering furnished and unfurnished Condos, Duplexes, and Houses throughout Carteret and Onslow County. Pet Friendly properties available.

5BR/2.5BA NEAR NEW RIVER$1250/month, utilities not included. Pets allowed, in great school district (Richlands). 910-539-6241 ARE YOU SURE you want to pay someone else’s mortgage? With interest rates so low, you may be surprised to find that you can purchase your own home with monthly payments as low as a monthly rental payment.. Give me a call today and let’s talk! Jody Davis 910-265-0771 @ CHOICE Jacksonville Realty. View more homes @ www.soldbysamnjody.com BEACHFRONT, N. TOPSAIL2BR/2BA, furnished. Avail Sept-May 1st. $1000/mo. 858-539-3008 COMFORT COUNTRY HOMES- Nice clean, modern, mobile homes. Garbage, water and lawn service included. 910-455-8246. FOR RENT- 2BR Brick home near MCAS. Nice yard, no pets. Please call 910-546-4555 after 6:30 pm.

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910.353.9327 FURNISHED 1BR “EFFICIENCY” Mobile-home in Sneads Ferry. Quiet country-living inside 30-acre woods, perfect for military: no lease, no pets, minutes to Courthouse Bay and MARSOC; $300. 910-389-7535 FURNISHED 2BR MOBILE HOME Minutes to Courthouse or Stone Bay, quiet country-living inside 30-acre woods, perfect for military: no lease, no pets. $550. 910-327-8281 HAMPSTEAD 2BR/1BA CONDO All appliances, W&D, $750/mo. Military & senior discount! 910-547-4324 HOME FOR RENT IN THE COMMONS 3bdr, 2 1/2 baths, bonus room, living

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910-455-4923 HUBERT TOWNHOMES, DUPLEXES, & apt rentals convenient to Hwy. 172 gate. $675-$800. Call 910-389-4293 www.photoshop.com/users/mpm737 MOBILE HOME 2BR/1BA- Close to new Walmart, washer/dryer, nice yard with patio, large shed, new carpet & driveway. $380. 910-938-2529 MOBILE HOME 2BR/2BA- Quiet neighborhood, fenced yard, sidewalks/driveway covered, decks front & rear, washer/dryer, 2 sheds $575. 910-938-2529 OCEANFRONT $725 1 bedroom N Topsail, close to Camp Lejeune, fully furnished. Sept-May. Amherst Real Estate, Owner Agent. 434-610-7789.

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111 Bosco Drive

156 Goodwill Lane ● Swansboro, NC ● $350,000

Beautifully maintained, 3BR, 2BA home in Northwoods. Enjoy your covered front porch or have a cookout on the built in grill on your covered patio. Kitchen features granite countertops, dishwasher, built in microwave and lots of cabinet space. Lots of upgrades....this one won’t stay on the market long!! Mls#131335 Directions: Henderson Drive, left on Barn Street, right on Vernon, left on Clyde, right on Sioux, left on Mitchell, left on Bosco.......home is on the right.

Vintage cottage on the White Oak River’s tidal basin as it flows into the Atlantic Intracoastal Waterway! Enjoy spectacular water views and relax on the deck to watch dolphins & sea birds. This charming 3 bedroom/2bath home has a fireplace, pantry, walk-in closet and a private boat dock.

call lisa hamner at (910) 467-6530 lisahamner_nc@yahoo.com

7501 Emerald Drive, Emerald Isle, NC 28594 Sales 877.592.4072 * Rentals 866.689.6256 sales@eirealty.com * www.EmeraldIsleRealty.com

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SALE PRICE $132,500.00

“Location, location, location.” Your new home is only minutes from the Shopping centers of Jacksonville, the main gates of Camp Lejeune and New River Air Station. This home has undergone a complete makeover; “NEW interior paint, hardwood laminate flooring, kitchen cabinets, counter tops, stainless steel range, range hood, refrigerator, dishwasher, carpet, ceramic tile, architectural shingles and more.” This lovely home has 3 bedrooms, 2 full baths, large family room, and a completely remodeled kitchen. Check out the open patio and fenced back yard, ideal for those family cook outs.

call chuck compton at (910) 330-5413

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Mary rawls realty 910.326.5980 www.mrawls.com

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Great views with new windows and doors. Hurricane shutters that open and close from inside the home. Fully furnished with a sleeper sofa and 4 chairs. Dining room set, 2 bar stools, washer and dryer. All appliances and very well maintained.

$179,000 condo only $254,000 with boat slip #38

1117 Hammock Beach Road • Swansboro, NC 28584 Conveniently located between Cherry Point and Camp Lejeune in the Friendly City by the Sea.

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CALL US TODAY! 2 LOCATIONS TO SERVE YOU! Jacksonville 910.353.5100 / Surf City 910.328.6732

Address BR BA Pets Sneads Ferry / Topsail / North Topsail Beach pending 125 Lawndale 3 2 Neg. 304 Woody Way 3 2 No Topsail Reef #159- Furnished 1 1 No 202 Bayview Dr. 2 2 Neg. pending 148 Lawndale 3 2 Neg. #387 Topsail Reef 1 1 No Holly Ridge / Surf City / Hampstead / Wilmington 105 Kisskadee Ct. 4 2.5 Neg. 108-B Egret Landing Ct pending 3 2.5 Neg. 11 S Oak- Furnished 3 2 Neg. 732 Azalea Dr. #407 2 2 No pending 223 Topsail Landing 3 3 Neg. Jacksonville / Hubert / Swansboro 1019 Massey 3 2 Neg. 360 Bracken 2 1.5 Neg. 307 Bracken 2 1.5 Neg. 221-114 Riggs Rd. (Hubert) 3 2 Neg. $200 off 1st mo 3 2 404 Hedgerow Neg. 304 E Aspen 3 2 Neg. 1/2 off 1st mo 3 2 201 Brent Creek Neg. 105 Tiffany Place 3 2 Yes 286 Riggs (Hubert) 3 2 No 201 Natalie 3 2 Yes 301 Sterling 3 1 Neg. 200 Streamwood 3 2.5 Neg. 116 Mesa 2 2 Neg. Richlands 1/2 off 1st mo 3 2.5 Neg. 1880 Haw Branch 108-21 Pete Jones Rd. 2 2.5 Neg. Furnished Winter Rentals on Topsail Island Alice’s Wonderland-N. Topsail Beach 3 2 Yes Beach Wood-Surf City 3 3 Yes Campbell-Surf City 4 3.5 Yes Escape-N. Topsail Beach 2 2 No Hadeed-N. Topsail Beach 3 2 Yes Marra-St. Regis-N. Topsail Beach 1 2 No Mackey’s Seaside 4 2.5 Yes

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NEIGHBORHOOD AMENITIES INCLUDE ~ Club House ~ Pool ~ Fitness Trail with Interval Exercise Stations ~ Children's Playground ~ Large Athletic Field

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(910) 353-7515 2100 Country Club rd.

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Jacksonville, NC 28540

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403 Sharon Way, Jacksonville, NC48540 Come Tour This Lovely Home 11:30 am to 1:30 pm Sunday, 23 September 2012

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111 Bosco Drive

156 Goodwill Lane ● Swansboro, NC ● $350,000

Beautifully maintained, 3BR, 2BA home in Northwoods. Enjoy your covered front porch or have a cookout on the built in grill on your covered patio. Kitchen features granite countertops, dishwasher, built in microwave and lots of cabinet space. Lots of upgrades....this one won’t stay on the market long!! Mls#131335 Directions: Henderson Drive, left on Barn Street, right on Vernon, left on Clyde, right on Sioux, left on Mitchell, left on Bosco.......home is on the right.

Vintage cottage on the White Oak River’s tidal basin as it flows into the Atlantic Intracoastal Waterway! Enjoy spectacular water views and relax on the deck to watch dolphins & sea birds. This charming 3 bedroom/2bath home has a fireplace, pantry, walk-in closet and a private boat dock.

call lisa hamner at (910) 467-6530 lisahamner_nc@yahoo.com

7501 Emerald Drive, Emerald Isle, NC 28594 Sales 877.592.4072 * Rentals 866.689.6256 sales@eirealty.com * www.EmeraldIsleRealty.com

Jacksonville Realty

www.choicehomz.com

SALE PRICE $132,500.00

“Location, location, location.” Your new home is only minutes from the Shopping centers of Jacksonville, the main gates of Camp Lejeune and New River Air Station. This home has undergone a complete makeover; “NEW interior paint, hardwood laminate flooring, kitchen cabinets, counter tops, stainless steel range, range hood, refrigerator, dishwasher, carpet, ceramic tile, architectural shingles and more.” This lovely home has 3 bedrooms, 2 full baths, large family room, and a completely remodeled kitchen. Check out the open patio and fenced back yard, ideal for those family cook outs.

call chuck compton at (910) 330-5413

Jacksonville Realty

www.choicehomz.com

Let us help you sell or buy your home!

Mary rawls realty 910.326.5980 www.mrawls.com 85 & 87 OLD HAMMOCK ROAD SWANSBORO – COMMERCIAL D CE U D RE

Ideal location in the best business district of Swansboro. Located behind Walgreen and within walking distance to the Hampton. Just put the finishing touches on this building that’s beside Swansboro’s Recreational Park and new Recreation Center. Approximately 2 acres of commercial property being offered with large commercial building that is a shell, approximately 20,000 square feet. Previous site plan on file. Two separate sites being offered as one for $725,000, or will sell approximately one acre with building for $585,000. Call office for complete details.

1117 Hammock Beach Road • Swansboro, NC 28584 Conveniently located between Cherry Point and Camp Lejeune in the Friendly City by the Sea.

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CALL US TODAY! 2 LOCATIONS TO SERVE YOU! Jacksonville 910.353.5100 / Surf City 910.328.6732

Address BR BA Pets Sneads Ferry / Topsail / North Topsail Beach 304 Woody Way 3 2 No Topsail Reef #159- Furnished 1 1 No 202 Bayview Dr 2 1.5 Neg. #387 Topsail Reef - Furnished 1 1 No Holly Ridge / Surf City / Hampstead / Wilmington 11 S Oak- Furnished 3 2 Neg. 732 Azalea Dr. #407 2 2 No Jacksonville / Hubert / Swansboro 1019 Massey 3 2 Neg. 360 Bracken 2 1.5 Neg. 307 Bracken 2 1.5 Neg. 221-114 Riggs Rd. (Hubert) 3 2 Neg. 404 Hedgerow $200 off 1st mo 3 2 Neg. 304 E Aspen 3 2 Neg. 201 Brent Creek 1/2 off 1st mo 3 2 Neg. 286 Riggs (Hubert) 3 2 No 201 Natalie 3 2 Yes 301 Sterling 3 1 Neg. 200 Streamwood 3 2.5 Neg. 116 Mesa 2 2 Neg. Richlands 1880 Haw Branch 1/2 off 1st mo 3 2.5 Neg. 108-21 Pete Jones Rd. 2 2.5 Neg. Furnished Winter Rentals on Topsail Island Alice’s Wonderland-N. Topsail Beach 3 2 Yes Campbell-Surf City 4 3.5 Yes Great Bambino-N. Topsail Beach 3 2 Yes Marra-St. Regis-N. Topsail Beach 1 2 No

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825 Gum Branch Rd. Suite #114 Jacksonville NC 28540

BRAND NEW & MOVE-IN READY

231,000

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4 BR/2.5 BA ~ SIDE LOAD GARAGE ~ 2358ft2 ~ Private Gated Community 8 minutes to Camp Lejeune ~ 1/2 Acre Lot with Privacy Fenced Back Yard ~ Kitchen Has Center Isle And Huge Walk-in Pantry ~ 20'x 15' Master Suite With LARGE His And Her Walk-in Closets ~ Many More Upgrades Within ~ $3,000 Toward Buyer Closing Cost Assistance Offered ~ Buyer Possession Before Closing Negotiable (some restrictions apply)

NEIGHBORHOOD AMENITIES INCLUDE ~ Club House ~ Pool ~ Fitness Trail with Interval Exercise Stations ~ Children's Playground ~ Large Athletic Field

The nation’s #1 VA lender is now local.

CALL JODY DAVIS TODAY! (910) 265-0771 SOLDBYSAMNJODY.com Marketed with permission of listing company, Neighborhood Homes & Realty Inc.

Ashley Park

No Money Down Competitive Rates No Private Mortgage Insurance

Walking distance to mall, movies, restaurants, college & country club

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102 Elizabeth Street, Suite B

Jacksonville, NC 28540

Veterans United Home Loans is a VA-approved lender and is not affiliated with any government agency. NMLS 1907.

Amenities included

* Landscaped Natural Setting * Washer and Dryer Hook-ups in Individual Units * Private Porches on Each Residence * Central Heat and Air Conditioning (Heat Pumps) * Ample Parking Facilities * Wall to Wall Carpeting and Sheet Vinyl Flooring * Swimming Pool, Exercise Room, Tennis Court, Laundromat * Dishwasher and Frost Free Refrigerator

(910) 353-7515 2100 Country Club rd.

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2006 Lexus GS300

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2008 Mazda CX-7

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rowing up in Eastern North Carolina taught Alva Williams one thing. “You never get too old for the river,” she pondered as she sat along the banks of the New River. Thousands of guests made their way to celebrate their local community at the annual Riverwalk Festival hosted by Bettering Our Local Downtown along Riverwalk Crossing Park in Jacksonville Sept. 21 and 22. Williams, a member of the New River Foundation, readied herself along with her fellow foundation members for questions from curious onlookers as they discovered the secrets of the river running through their home. “When I hear people saying there’s nothing to do here, I ask them when the last time they went to downtown Jacksonville was,” stated Betty SandersSeavey, NRF’s executive director. “This festival is important for awareness and education. Most people just don’t know they can use the river for recreation and resource.” Extending the Riverwalk Festival from the park down to the water was an obvious choice for B.O.L.D. board members, who strive to bring attention to everything downtown has to offer. “We want people to know we offer opportunities to kayak, pontoon, fish SEE RIVER 4D

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(Left) Giselle Laureano spins on a carnival ride during the Riverwalk Festival Sept. 22. (Above) Music enthusiasts cheer for their favorite band while attending the Riverwalk Festival in downtown Jacksonville, N.C., Sept. 22. (Below) The band Ms. Behavin’ rocks out while belting familiar tunes to the large crowd at the Riverwalk Festival Sept. 22.

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‘Legacy’ of ‘Courage’ shines uniquely on screen Now playing at Camp Lejeune “THE BOURNE LEGACY” (PG-13) “The Bourne Legacy” is the fourth Bourne film in the highly lucrative espionage franchise. It follows the story of an operative spawned from the same system as Jason Bourne, who experiences life or death stakes triggered by previous events. Jeremy Renner (“The Avengers,” “The Hurt Locker”) stars as Aaron Cross, also known as Number Five, a new character in the popular series. Number 5 is another covert government trained assassin and the agent of Operation Outcome, who is on the run as result of Bourne’s activities. Co-starring is Rachel Weisz (“The Lovely Bones”) as Dr. Marta Shearing, a genetic researcher, Edward Norton (“The Incredible Hulk,” “Pride and Glory”) as retired Air Force Colonel Eric Byer, Oscar Isaac (“Drive”) as Number Three, and Stacey Keach (“Escape from L.A.”) as retired Admiral Mark Turso. Reappearing from the previous Bourne movies are Joan Allen (“The Contender”) as Deputy Director Pam Landy, David Strathairn (“Good Night and Good Luck”) as Noah Vosen, the former director of Operation Blackbriar, Scott Glenn (“Training Day”) as Ezra Kramer, director of the Central Intelligence Agency, and

Albert Finney (“Erin Brokovich”) as Dr. Albert Hirsch, the doctor responsible for creating Treadstone. Writer and director Tony Gilroy (“Michael Clayton,” Duplicity,” “Proof of Life”), who also wrote the screenplays for the previous Bourne films, takes the helm and brings back the trademark of the franchise with the help of talented cinematographer Robert Elswit, featuring lots of car chases, exotic locales, and hand-to-hand combat. However, neither Matt Damon who played Jason Bourne in the first three films based on Robert Ludlum’s novels, nor his character appear in this movie. “The Bourne Legacy” is an original action-spy thriller that is tense and well-acted. Now playing in Jacksonville “LAST OUNCE OF COURAGE” (PG) “Last Ounce of Courage” is an intergenerational story about family, faith and freedom. The film follows the life of a father, son and grandfather who each take a stand for the rights of religious freedom and public expression. The heartwarming movie tells the story of a local war hero whose son goes off to war and a grieving father inspired by his grandson to take a stand for what’s right. The family is struck by tragedy when their son is

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lost in combat overseas leaving behind a wife and young son. Years later, the fallen soldier’s father, Bob Revere, played by Marshal Teague (TNT “Leverage”), a Medal of Honor recipient, serves as mayor of a small town where powerful Washington interests seek to stamp out religious expression. The soldier’s son, now a young man, inspires his grandfather to take a stand for the ideals and traditional values our heroes in uniform sacrifice everything to protect. In honor of his son, Revere embarks on a personal mission to reignite the latent patriotism and faith of his fellow citizens, and reassert the cherished rights guaranteed to all Americans. Co-starring are Jennifer O’Neill (“Summer of ‘42”) as Dottie Revere, Fred Williamson (“Street

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presents a memorable and touching tribute to the millions who died for the cause of freedom. “Last Ounce of Courage” is an emotional and moving story, a war drama and family film about courage and character. The film pays tribute to our American heroes who fight for our freedom, and honors all military men and women during the commemoration of 9/11, also called Patriot Day.

Note: A portion of the proceeds of this film will be donated to the Warriors for Freedom Foundation, a nonprofit organization dedicated to supporting and improving mental, physical and holistic services for our nation’s active military, veterans and their families. Ms. Huneycutt is the public affairs assistant at the Base Public Affairs Office.

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Terror Town volunteers Oct. 1, 11, 15 Do you like to scare the yell out of people? Think you can act? Or maybe you have a creative touch with make-up? Terror Town, Camp Lejeune’s popular haunted house, is recruiting volunteers for actors and make-up artists. The scary site will be held Oct. 26 and 27, and Oct. 29 through 31 nightly. Volunteers are needed each night from 6 to 11 p.m. Availability on all dates is preferred, but not required. If you are at least 18 years old and would like to volunteer your services, please plan on attending one of the registration sessions at the Camp Lejeune Base Theater held at 6 p.m. Oct. 1, noon Oct. 11 and 6 p.m Oct. 15. For more information, call 451-2785 or visit www. mccslejeune.com/terrortown. Seafood Festival Oct. 5 through 7 Besides the food, there’s nothing fishy about the biggest seafood festival on the east coast. A successful 26 years continues to draw tens of thousands of visitors to Morehead City’s celebration featuring live entertainment on four stages, food and craft vendors, carnival rides and a children’s play area. Admission is free and free parking is available at the port with shuttles running guests to and from the festival. Don’t miss the fireworks show Oct. 6 and the opportunity for unlimited rides for only $25 on Oct. 7. For more information, visit www.ncseafoodfestival.org. Museum of the Marine Gala Oct. 6, 6 to 9 p.m. Do your part to preserve Marine Corps history. Come celebrate America’s heroes at Marston Pavilion aboard MCB Camp Lejeune for the second annual fundraiser for the Museum of the Marine. The evening will feature Olympic gold medalist Dan Jansen as the guest speaker, updates on the museum’s progress, and presentation of awards. The event’s attire is evening dress for service members and black tie optional for civilian guests. Tickets are available for $100 and can be picked up at the museum’s offices or sent directly through the mail. For more information, call 910-545-4258. Girl Scout volunteers Ongoing You are invited to Discover Girl Scouting. What do Girl Scouts do? The answer is almost anything a girl would like to do. The Girl Scout Leadership Experience is girl-driven, reflecting the everchanging needs and interests of participating girls providing girls in kindergarten through twelfth grace with a wide variety of leadership opportunities. The program encourages increased skill-building and responsibility, and also promotes the development of strong leadership and decision-making skills. Adult volunteers are needed. Share your expertise, skills, interests, life experiences and your time.

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Many ceremonies in the military are steeped in rich tradition and history. For the Navy, perhaps one of the most significant and anticipated traditions in an enlisted sailor’s career is the promotion to chief petty officer. The transformation was almost complete. A row of sailors marched around a formation of their peers and waited a moment. A bell rang twice, filled the auditorium and welcomed the sailors into the chief ’s mess, also known as the “goat locker.” “Chief Jennifer Avila, United States Navy, arriving,” said the announcer over the auditorium speakers. A boatswain’s pipe whistled for a moment as she walked between two rows of sailors lining her path. She cut her salute and marched away. Marine Corps Base Camp Lejeune’s newest chief petty officers just completed the most important evolution in their careers. After an arduous

six-week program, the selected petty officers first class earned the right to call themselves “chief.” Known as the anchors of the Navy, CPOs are experts in their field and leaders of the sailors in their charge. CPOs encompass E7, E8 and E9 rates. The new role brings big changes for them, not only in their work, but also where they eat meals and lodge while on a ship. “They are being accepted into something larger than where they were before,” said Senior Chief Petty Officer Timothy Dittlinger, a CPO induction leader. “The chief community is a worldwide family. This transition is a reason for great pride. They are accepted into a diverse group that encompasses the globe.” CPO induction leaders coordinated the new CPOs’ training, while others, such as sponsors, were more involved with the day-to-day preparation during the six-week initiation. “We’re conductors in a big orchestra,” Dittlinger explained. Senior Chief Danielle

Chief petty officer selectees wait to have their new ranks pinned during a ceremony held aboard Marine Corps Base Camp Lejeune Sept. 14. Chief petty officers are E7 and hold a unique role in the Navy.

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Saunders, a CPO induction leader, said the six weeks of training brings about substantial growth in the selectees. “A chief has unique responsibilities to his or her sailors,” said Saunders. “They are responsible for their development.” Throughout their training, they only spend limited time with their families. “We treated it like a deployment,” said LaiSha Ponder, spouse of a new chief petty officer. “So when we did get to see him, even if it was midnight, we considered it a bonus and saw the silver lining. It was tough on the kids because they don’t quite understand, but any time they got to see daddy it was a great time for them.” It is an unparalleled promotion for the sailors, and despite their current location on a Marine Photo by Lance Cpl. Jackeline M. Perez Rivera Corps base, the sailors cel- A chief petty officer has his new military uniform cap placed on his head by ebrated and honored their his sponsor while his family watches during ceremony held aboard Marine new role in the Navy. Corps Base Camp Lejeune Sept. 14. “We feel nothing but love on this base,” said "You can never do Ponder. “(The Navy and Marine Corps) are a big enough for the military blended family.”

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(Left) Members of the Lejeune Theater partner with the Base Wood Hobby Shop to create a set piece for their upcoming competition piece, “Black Butterfly, Jaguar Girl, Piñata Woman and Other Super Girls ... Like Me” by Luis Alfaro, at Lejeune High School aboard Marine Corps Base Camp Lejeune recently. (Above) Featured actresses in the Lejeune Theater Guild’s newest act rehearse on stage at LHS aboard MCB Camp Lejeune recently.

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Before the first day of the 2012 school year, the Devil Pup Thespians of Lejeune High School, under the direction of Steven Barker, were returning to school right alongside the athletes, hard at work practicing for their one-act competition piece. The Devil Pup Thespians are producing an ethno-drama “Black Butterfly, Jaguar Girl, Piñata Woman and Other Super Girls ... Like Me” by Luis Alfaro. The play concerns five Latina girls, growing up in East Los Angeles as they try to figure out how the world around them works. “This play, in particular, allows the students to experience a different world they think is far afield from their culture,” Barker explained. “In our explora-

tion, however, we were able to find the common experience between the world of the play and their lives as military dependents.” The five student-actresses along with the Theater Guild’s tech department were working on their play since August. Their hard work will be out for the world to see at the North Carolina Theatre Conference Regional High School Theater Festival in Washington, N.C., in November. If they do well, they hope to continue onto the state competition in Greensboro, N.C., two weeks later. In order to get their project off the ground, the Thespian students spent their Labor Day weekend at school to begin building the set pieces. The design required three-dimensional actor’s boxes and wedges, protean

shapes to serve as many different set pieces. Because of their unique and detailed construction, the set pieces for this play were a new challenge for the teenage technicians. The scene shop at Lejeune High does not have the larger, professional tools needed to create the work they envisioned, so students looked to find an alternative solution. With a little outside-the-box thinking, they used what Camp Lejeune provides its residents and turned to the base Wood Hobby Shop. The Wood Hobby Shop is the perfect place for carpenters of all sorts to hone their craft. Like all users of the facility, each volunteer student-technician was required to take the safety class conducted by Tony Campbell and Eddie Vasquez. After the class, the stu-

dents spent the rest of their Saturday completing the necessary cuts to the lumber with assistance from the hobby shop staff. “Working with the hobby shop was interesting and a great way for the theater to be a part of the base community and vice-versa,” said student-technical director Scott Kelmell. While the tech department was working on these essential set pieces, the student-actresses were hard at work rehearsing their scenes. The actresses began acting as a well-synchronized ensemble after going through many team building exercises. Cultural research helped them understand the uniqueness of their characters as well as the universal themes. Each day they rehearsed different scenes, intensely focused on each individual

character’s monologues as well as ensemble pieces to ensure the perfection of their craft. The Lejeune Theater Guild and its parent’s booster group, the Theatre Partisans, hosted an Open Mic Night at Russell Marine and Family Services Center’s Auditorium aboard MCB Camp Lejeune in order to raise the money to register and travel to the competition. Open Mic Night played to an excited crowd of nearly 200 people and raised 20 percent of the Devil Pup’s goal. The fundraiser previewed a few scenes of the competition piece, followed by a talent show and karaoke where people were encouraged to sing, play music or read poetry. The Theater Guild is planning another Preview and Open Mic Night Oct. 20 at the Russell Auditori-

um, to help them reach their financial goals. The theater guild students hope their hard work will pay off in the end by bringing home regional, state and possibly even national honors to Lejeune High School, DDESS and MCB Camp Lejeune. “Bringing home an award would (help us) show the high quality of work the Lejeune Theatre students and Mr. Barker create,” mused sophomore actress Cassidy Campbell. For more information on the Open Mic Night call 451-2451 extension 204 or e-mail lejeunetheatre@ gmail.com. Steven Dillon is a senior at LHS. He is a Varsity football player, 1st Lt. in MJROTC, and the cocommunications director and a thespian in the Lejeune Theatre Guild.

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Gray Kahl, a military child, shows off his fierce face paint creation during the annual Riverwalk Festival at the Riverwalk Crossing Park in downtown Jacksonville, N.C., Sept. 22. The festival celebrated the local community. RIVER FROM 1D and more,” Sanders-Seavey explained. “We want them to take advantage of every opportunity.” Several Marines and their families enjoyed the lazy pace of the river and learned more about the environment they reside in while riding the ferry. “The Marines love it,” said SandersSeavey. “Probably half of the people we’ve seen today asking about what they can do on the river are from the military community.” While some service members jumped into the festivities headfirst, others volunteered their time and marveled at the neighborly atmosphere. “(Things like this) bring the community together,” observed Pfc. De’Anthoney Jenkins. “Everyone is having fun and learning about things available to them. I didn’t know about a lot of these businesses.” Jenkins fellow brother-in-arms, Pfc. Wilford Tejaea, commented on the importance of community events like the Riverwalk Festival. “It brings better community awareness and what’s around,” he said. “We all get to know each other better.” The live entertainment, food vendors, and children’s carnival rides drew several

new faces to this year’s festival. “We ran into it by accident,” admitted Lance Cpl. Jonathan Rosario, 2nd Marine Air Wing, MAG 26. “I’m not used to seeing things like this in Jacksonville. It’s nice.” Children laughed and danced as local bands, including Ghosts of August and Ms. Behavin’, played classic tunes like “Rocky Top” and “Old Time Rock and Roll.” “We want to support what’s going on downtown, and my kids love it,” said Aimeé Kahl, a military spouse. “We appreciate what B.O.L.D. does for the community.” Local author, Georgie Stone-Wilson, knows the New River like the back of her hand after penning a book capturing historical events and stories by people whose lives were impacted by it. She hopes visitors as well as locals take the time to get to know the place they live, and the importance and value of activities like fishing, crabbing and even the flounder grown in Sturgeon City. “I like people to know what they have,” she responded. For more information on Bettering Our Local Downtown events visit www. boldofjacksonville.com or call 937-7222.

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Flu vaccine campaign gets underway at NHCL

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aval Hospital Camp Lejeune’s 2012 – 2013 Seasonal Influenza Vaccination Campaign kicked off Sept. 14 with the goal of achieving 100 percent Navy and Marine Corps force readiness aboard Marine Corps Base Camp Lejeune. Navy Capt. David A. Lane, commanding officer, NHCL, and Marine Corps Brig. Gen. Thomas A. Gorry, commanding general, Marine Corps Installations East-MCB Camp Lejeune, led the way by receiving their flu vaccinations, and setting an example for the Marines and sailors aboard the base. The Navy and Marine Corps set aggressive 2012-2013 influenza campaign vaccination and reporting goals. All Marines and sailors are required to receive the vaccination, unless medically or administratively exempt. At least 90 percent of those on active duty and reserve status should be vaccinated before December of

this year. “We have more than 50,000 Marines and sailors we intend to reach before December,� stated NHCL’s Director of Public Health Glenee Smith. “Initially, we made the vaccine available to military and civilian personnel who are ordered to deploy, and health care workers in direct patient care.� Since the beginning of September, the public health directorate was distributing the vaccinations throughout the hospital’s branch clinics, and Marine unit regimental and battalion aid stations in order to reach the base active-duty populations. “We also have sufficient vaccines to offer 100 percent accessibility to Navy and Marine Corps family members, TRICARE beneficiaries and DoD civilians,� noted Smith. “To reach Navy’s 100 percent accessibility goal, we planned a carefully coordinated vaccination campaign around the community.� Throughout the remainder of the year, family members and beneficiaries will be able to receive the vaccination mists and shots at venues including the Marine

Corps Exchange, several DoD schools, retiree events and naval hospital clinics. According to NAVADMIN 246/12 and MARADMIN 262/12, the flu results in over 25 million reported cases, 150,000 hospitalizations for serious complications, and approximately 24,000 deaths each year in the United States. It is highly contagious, and can easily be prevented by vaccination and education. For Marines and sailors, influenza also has the potential to adversely impact force readiness and mission execution. “When we get vaccinated, we’re not only protecting ourselves from the virus, we’re ensuring we’re protecting each other and our community,� said Smith. “Individuals can contract the flu at anytime, and for every flu-related death, the flu sickens three times as many people. It is our responsibility to get vaccinated, stay healthy and maintain medical readiness.� For more information, call the Health Promotion and Wellness Department at 451-3712.

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Brig. Gen. Thomas A. Gorry, commanding general, Marine Corps Installations East-Marine Corps Base Camp Lejeune, receives his annual flu shot from Naval Hospital Camp Lejeune Petty Officer 3rd Class Angela Wiper, a hospital corpsman, marking the kick-off of NHCL’s 2012-2013 Influenza Vaccination Campaign Sept. 14. Naval Hospital staff plan to immunize more than 50,000 Marines and sailors, and provide 100 percent accessibility to the vaccine for all active-duty family members and retirees before December.

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was a direct correlation to the increased tips when we increased the tip reward. There’s such a high amount of tips coming, it makes paying off tips challenging.” This program proved its success. Since the Jacksonville Onslow County Crime Stoppers’ establishment in 2000, the program received more than 2,800 tips resulting in approximately 375 arrests or apprehensions, according to statistics recorded by the program. The city’s Crime Stoppers program was selected twice as Board Program of the Year from among North Carolina’s 85 active programs. Randall’s presentation provided food for thought, and her ideas may help the local Crime Stoppers’ progress. Randall made the trip to the crystal coast to visit her daughter, Kath-

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Reservist wins National Image Award LANCE CPL. JACKELINE M. PEREZ RIVERA Marine Corps Base Camp Lejeune

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well-known Marine reservist, who works in a civilian capacity aboard Marine Corps Base Camp Lejeune, was awarded a National Image Award in Los Angeles last week. Since 1971, National Image, a nonprofit organization, advocated for Hispanics and helped provide opportunities for leadership development through conferences and other means. Every year the group honors two service members from each branch of service, and this year Sgt. Maj. Yolanda Mayo, the sergeant major of Marine Air Control Squadron 24, was honored for her dedication and support to Hispanics, and to community service. Mayo works aboard MCB Camp Lejeune as the deputy operations officer for Marine Corps Community Services. Mayo has a strong identity and personality. Sgt. Maj. Ernest Hoopii, the sergeant major of Marine Corps Installations East-MCB Camp Lejeune described her as positive, cheerful, enthusiastic, well intentioned and sincere. Those traits took her far in her career, but the mother of two has not forgotten her culture or her family. When her daughter was 15 she planned her daughter’s Quiceañera, a rite of passage for Hispanic girls similar to a sweet 16. While the traditions associated with the celebration vary between countries and religions they all include a large formal celebration that brings friends and family together to celebrate the occasion. “Around here nobody heard of it before,” said Mayo. “It was really cool to be able to share my heritage.” Mayo is Mexican and Irish. She was raised in Michigan and feels she was never treated differently because of her race. “My last name was Sanchez,” she said. “(My sisters and I) were the only ones, but it was okay. We grew up around a lot of different cultures.” Her family came to the United States two generations ago when her grandmother, a young migrant worker, immigrated to the country with her children to improve her family’s fortunes. Mayo wishes her grandmother was able to see her when she became a sergeant major. While her grandmother was not able to see Mayo where she is today she saw the path Mayo was taking. Mayo made her mark throughout the base with her bright, enthusiastic personality, and her work as the host of Happenings, an MCCS online program detailing

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Reserve Sgt. Maj. Yolanda Mayo was awarded a National Image Award in Los Angeles. Mayo is the sergeant major of Marine Air Control Squadron 24 and works aboard Marine Corps Base Camp Lejeune in a civilian capacity as the deputy operations officer of Marine Corps Community Services. events and programs aboard the installation. “She is a homerun hitter from either side of the plate - both as a remarkably talented and accomplished civilian employee, and equally impressive as Sgt. Maj. Yolanda Mayo, United States Marine Corps Reserve,” said John Sollis, the assistant chief of staff with MCCS. “To her everlasting great credit, she never confuses one role for the other. In that sense, she’s absolutely bicultural, bilingual and ambidextrous.” Through her truley unique career, Mayo worked as a hygiene equipment operator, an administration clerk, protocol non-commissioned officer and a public affairs chief through her Marine Corps career. She deployed in support of Operation Desert Shield and Desert Storm, and in support of Operation Iraqi Freedom.

“I’ve had a lot of fun,” said Mayo. “I worked with great people in every field I worked in. I have been to many places, done a lot of things and met numerous great people along the way.” As a corporal, Mayo learned one very important thing from one of her leaders. “I learned years ago from a long-time mentor to never forget where I came from,” said Mayo. “The idea was instilled in me. This (award) is a part of it. I talk about my heritage and do what I can do to show young Latinas what they can do.” She hopes to pass the message to all service members. “America is a melting pot and so is the Marine Corps,” said Mayo. “It makes us well-rounded. Share your background and culture. Yes, we’re all Marines, but never forget where you came from.”

Women’s Expo zeroes in on target female audience LANCE CPL. JACKELINE M. PEREZ RIVERA Marine Corps Base Camp Lejeune

The 4th annual Women’s Expo was held at the New Bern Convention Center in New Bern, N.C., Sept. 15 giving local women a chance to explore their health care and commercial needs. The expo had vendors covering various aspects of women’s well being with booths featuring healthcare providers sharing information on a variety of health topics, and others selling a number of products and services. “I find when it’s a specific event just for women, it gives them an opportunity to really look for their own personal needs instead of the whole family,” said Robert Homan, an insurance representative. “This event works well. I always enjoy coming here. The ladies always appreciate Photo by Lance Cpl. Jackeline M. Perez Rivera getting direct answers A woman looks over jewelry at the Women’s Expo in New Bern, N.C., Sept. 15. rather than answers from a third party.” The event donated half of its proceeds to the American Cancer Society.

CarolinaEast Health System displayed exhibits on breastfeeding, breast health, reducing the risk of sudden infant death syndrome, as well as advanced directives and support groups. “It’s a part of our mission to do outreach in the community,” said Kelsey Atkins, a public relations specialist with CarolinaEast Health System. “This is a special event because women make so many decisions about healthcare for their families. This is a great audience to give out information about all of the topics that would be of interest to women of various ages.” However, more than health concerns were addressed. “It’s also fun,” said Judy Avery, the general manager of the Sun Journal. “In addition to being educational, there’s lots of shopping, demonstrations and activities. People can come, have a good time and make a difference.”

Caroline McGath, a photographer who specializes in newborn portraits, said the Women’s Expo is one of her biggest venues. She reaches moms and expecting moms through events like this. A military spouse, McGath set up seven studios throughout her career. “This is a good place to get to know the community (particularly) local businesses,” said McGath. “It’s hard when you move around to find other military families who are in business.” Other businesses present included wardrobe stylists, cookie makers, and a number of other small businesses and corporations. The expo provided more than recreation and education. On a bigger scale, the event donated 50 percent of its proceeds to the American Cancer Society. Another Women’s Expo is scheduled to take place in Jacksonville in October.