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Eustis leadership, Soldiers aid local school – Page 4

ADJUSTMENT

Soldier discovers two sides of Eustis — Page 8

LEADERSHIP

Dailey assumes role as 15th sergeant major — Page 14

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CELEBRATION Langley AFB kicks off Black History Month — Page 12

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February 8, 1943: Allies Take Guadalcanal strategic airfield on Guadalcanal. On August 7 of that year, U.S. Marines landed on the island, signaling the Allies’ first major offensive against Japanese-held positions in the Pacific. The Japanese responded quickly with sea and air attacks. A series of bloody battles ensued in the debilitating tropical heat as Marines sparred with Japanese troops on land, while in the waters surrounding Guadalcanal, the U.S. Navy fought six major engagements with the Japanese between August

24 and November 30. Both sides suffered heavy losses of men, warships and planes in the battle. An estimated 1,600 U.S. troops were killed, over 4,000 were wounded and several thousand more later died from disease. The Japanese lost 24,000 soldiers. On December 31, 1942, Emperor Hirohito told Japanese troops they could withdraw from the area and American forces secured Guadalcanal five weeks later and served as a stepping stone to the rest of the Pacific.

Work: FY 16 budget request targets modernization efforts By Claudette Roulo DOD NEWS, DEFENSE MEDIA ACTIVITY

President Barack Obama’s fiscal year 2016 budget request for the Defense Department is strategy-driven and resource-informed, and will meet the United States’ 21st century national security needs, Deputy Defense Secretary Bob Work said. The surest way to guarantee the opposite—a resource-driven, strategy-deprived budget—is to allow sequestration to return to full strength in 2016 as is mandated by law, Work told reporters during a news briefing, announcing the budget request. Accordingly, he said, the requested budget is above the sequestration caps. The department’s request for FY 2016 is $534 billion, he said, $36 billion above FY 2016 sequestration caps. In addition to the base budget, DoD is requesting $51 billion in overseas contingency funds to support the drawdown in Afghanistan and continue forward operations in the U.S. Central Command’s area of responsibility.

Ideal balance of ends, ways, means “At the requested levels,” Work said, “we believe quite strongly that this budget is the best balance of ends, ways and means that we could possibly achieve, given the level of resources.” The deputy secretary said that, even at the president’s budget level, achieving a healthy balance between capacity, capability and readiness will remain a constant challenge. “And this is especially true with regard to maintaining our technological superiority in the 21st century,” he said. The defense strategy as outlined in the 2014 Quadrennial Defense Review calls for a joint force to defend the nation, conduct a partner-centric global counter-terrorism campaign and to operate forward in multiple theaters, Work said. “This is a strategy that is designed to preserve U.S. global leadership and to help preserve global peace in the 21st century,” the deputy secretary said.

er of choice—a status proven repeatedly over the past year as the nation responded to a variety of international crises. “The U.S. first led NATO in responding to Russian aggression in the Crimea and Ukraine, then formed an international coalition to fight against [the Islamic Sate of Iraq and the Levant] in Iraq and Syria, and finally, [responded] to the Ebola crisis in Western Africa,” Work said. These responses come on top of an already volatile security environment that puts a heavy burden on the joint force, the deputy secretary said. “Today, there are about 211,000 servicemen and women around the world in 136 countries trying to preserve the peace or fighting against our adversaries,” he said. “Now, in this very stressing and volatile environment, we constantly try to scrutinize whether our strategy, force structure, and global allocation of forces, if they’re aligned with what we see happening in the world, and if it’s keeping pace with emerging threats.”

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Like it or not, he added, the United States is the global security first respond-

The budget request takes the strategic environment into consideration, SEE STRATEGY PAGE 5

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Being ‘Big Mack:’ Airman exercises leadership By Senior Airman Austin Harvill 633RD AIR BASE WING PUBLIC AFFAIRS

Bright shoes, spandex and basketball shorts blurred together in between steelgrey equipment racks, adding hurriedness and chaos to the otherwise organized workout plans so often practiced in the crowded Shellbank Fitness Center at Langley Air Force Base, Virginia. Among the sounds of dumbbells dropping and feet pounding hard against the never-ending track of treadmills, a voice could be heard. At first, it seemed perhaps one TV’s volume might be too high, or perhaps the PA system blared the tired message, “You left your lights on.” Upon closer inspection, however, the voice took the form of one well-muscled man, clinging to dumbbells in the weight room. “Let’s go, come on,” said the voice. “Good set, let’s get it, last one. Alright.” This isn’t a personal trainer. Well, not someone else’s personal trainer, at least. “Motivation comes from within, so I hype myself up for a good workout,” said U.S. Air Force Master Sgt. Mackenzie Mercer, Air Combat Command Communications Support Squadron noncommissioned officer-in-charge. “Hopefully my loud voice hypes up everyone else too!” “Big Mack,” a nickname given to the not-so-quiet Mercer, said he tries to spend as much time inspiring others as he does at the weight rack. In between his workouts, the Philadelphia native could be seen talking with anyone, no matter who they were, about any topic, from workouts to mentorship. “Everyone knows something you don’t, and everyone could use another ear,” explained Mercer after what seemed like countless repetitions of chest presses. “I like the gym because people loosen up here. All of us come here by choice, so everyone is usually in a good mood, or they need to unload some frustrations. Either way, it is the perfect op-

portunity to seek advice and, God willing, help someone else.” More often than not, Mercer ends up assisting his fellow lifters with a variety of things, like their careers. “[Mercer] leadership style can be summed up easily—active and out front,” said Airman 1st Class Steven Hagewood, ACC CSS event manager, who was learning proper lifting techniques from Mercer. “His activity level doesn’t end after a workout either. He is hands-on, making sure everyone in the shop is taken care of, whether he is in the gym or at the office. He really leads by example.” Hagewood, who came to Langley only three months ago, said Mercer seems to put everyone at the same level, no matter the rank. “I thought there was the big distance between NCOs and Airmen when I came here,” said Hagewood. “[Mercer] has shown me that difference in experience and rank should be respected, but that doesn’t mean a leader can’t be a valued friend.” As if on cue after Hagewood finished, a towering U.S. Marine approached Mercer. Looming over Mercer’s 5’8” frame, the Marine extended his right hand, grabbed hold of Mercer’s hand and shook it vigorously. “Thanks for all your advice on that supplement for my competition, it worked great,” said the Marine, somehow seeming more at eye-level with Mercer. “By the way, my promotion party is tonight, so I’m going to text you the address when I get out of here.” Mercer explained how he met the Marine in the gym and they often share stories about their careers. He continued, stating how the relationships he builds at the gym impact him every day. “If someone takes the time out to help me with a lift, I am putting some amount of faith in them,” explained Mercer. “This faith, this trust, spreads across the whole SEE FITNESS PAGE 6

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U.S. Air Force Master Sgt. Mackenzie Mercer, Air Combat Command Communications Support Squadron noncommissioned officer-in-charge, helps Airman 1st Class Steven Hagewood, ACC CSS event manager, during a workout at Langley Air Force Base, Va., Jan. 30, 2015. Mercer uses the gym as a second office to interact with other Airmen in a more comfortable setting.

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U.S. Air Force Master Sgt. Mackenzie Mercer, Air Combat Command Communications Support Squadron noncommissioned officer-in-charge, performs an abdominal exercise at Langley Air Force Base, Va., Jan. 30, 2015. Mercer relieves his stress at the gym by not only working out, but sharing his stressors with close friends who lift with him.

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U.S. Army Col. William Galbraith, 733rd Mission Support Group commander, greets a student at the Achievable Dream Academy Elementary School in Newport News, Va., Jan. 29, 2015. Galbraith and his command team visited the school in hopes of reestablishing an ongoing relationship with the school that allows Soldiers to volunteer on a daily basis.

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Members from the 733rd Mission Support Group command team met with leaders from a local school to discuss their ongoing volunteering relationship in Newport News, Virginia, Jan. 29, 2015. More than 20 years ago, Fort Eustis leadership partnered with the Achievable Dream Academy Elementary School, primarily working with what is now the 7th Transportation Brigade (Expeditionary) to allow U.S. Army Soldiers to volunteer their time with the students and teachers on a daily basis. “We are looking to reestablish a better connection between the school and Fort Eustis,� Col. William Galbraith, 733rd MSG commander. “We want to expand the connection from just one brigade to the entire installation.� According to the school’s website, the academy’s student body consists of students who are at risk of failure due to socioeconomic factors, and the school gives them a chance to succeed through their unique academic environment. While touring the school, the command team gained the understanding that Soldiers will be assigned a class once completing training and will assist teachers for a few hours including afterschool clubs and activities. At the start of each morning, Soldiers will also perform an inspection on the students’ uniforms, teaching them the importance of maintaining a professional appearance. “We assist within the class-

“This gets our Soldiers out in the community. It is a way for us to continue to bridge the gap between the post and the community.� — Col. William Galbraith 733rd MSG commander Photo by Senior Airman Kimberly Nagle

rooms,� said Sgt. Quante Carter, 384th Movement Control Team, 53rd Transportation Battalion, 7th Transportation Brigade (Expeditionary). “The students love it when we are there, and they are always asking us different questions.� While at the school, the team took a tour and observed the Soldiers in action. “This gets our Soldiers out in the community,� said Galbraith. “It is a way for us to continue to bridge the gap between the post and the community.� In the end, the team and the school leaders have decided to work on a more concrete agreement on how they will continue their relationship, with a plan to expand it for more Service members to have the opportunity to help the school. “In my vision for continuing, the school and Fort Eustis leadership will sign an agreement,� said Galbraith. “We want to make sure we are sending out quality and able-bodied Soldiers to volunteer at the school.�

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The 733rd Mission Support Group command team observes a classroom in the Achievable Dream Academy Elementary School in Newport News, Va., Jan. 29, 2015.The team toured the school and observed how Fort Eustis U.S. Army Soldiers assist students throughout the year.

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Deputy Defense Secretary Bob Work and U.S. Navy Adm. James A. Winnefeld Jr., vice chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff, discuss the president’s fiscal year 2016 budget request during a news conference at the Pentagon, Feb. 2, 2015. DoD

Work said, and supports the five key priorities of the 2014 QDR. Those priorities include the rebalance to the Asia-Pacific region, a strong commitment to Europe and the Middle East, a partnercentric global counter-terrorism campaign, strengthening key alliances and partnerships and prioritizing key modernization efforts. Sequestration delivered a “punch to the gut” to readiness and modernization efforts, the deputy secretary said. The compromise budget delivered by the Bipartisan Budget Act helped, he said, but modernization efforts are still being deferred and the department is accumulating risk. “The best way to say it is we’ve been surviving, but not thriving, over the past three years,” Work said. The White House added about $21 billion in requirements over their proposed FY 2015 budget, specifically for moderniza-

tion, the deputy secretary noted. “This is a deferred modernization problem and we’re trying to tackle it in this budget and we need help above sequestration caps to do so. … We look forward to Congress in addressing this problem,” Work said. “We think this is the right budget.” It’s easy to say what the department will be unable to purchase if the budget request isn’t approved, he said, but it’s much harder to get at the strategic implications. “At that point, you would have to ask yourselves: ‘All right, would you still be able to [respond to two crises] simultaneously? Would you still be able to have the same level of presence in our forward theaters? Would you still be able to respond in the timelines that we think we can respond to today?’ And the answer to all three of those, in our view, is: not likely,” Work said.

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Service members encouraged to practice proper protocol online By Airman 1st Class Areca T. Wilson 633RD AIR BASE WING PUBLIC AFFAIRS

As more U.S. Service members continue to turn to social media to stay connected with friends and family, their responsibility to portray a professional military image remains. Though social media enables users to share life moments, build relationships, connect with family members and share personal views, it can also negatively affect those who do not practice proper etiquette online. Exhibiting unprofessional behavior online can adversely affect not only a Service member’s career but also the military’s professional image. For this reason, they are encouraged to think before they post. According to the U.S. Air Force Social Media Guide, Service members need to consider what they’re posting, and the message they’re sending before they click “submit.” Once something is posted online, there’s no way to take it back. It can be deleted, but even in a short amount of time, others who see the information could copy or screenshot that post, and spread it across the internet. Depending on what the Service member posts, it could be potentially damaging to

themselves, the military and even their families. Simply thinking before posting online can help Service members avoid being held responsible if their post defies the Uniform Code of Military Justice. If a Service member is found in contempt, offenders can receive an Article 88, Contempt toward officials; Article 89, Disrespect toward superior commissioned officer; and Article 91, Insubordinate conduct toward a warrant officer, noncommissioned officer or petty officer-and more. Though users may opt to use privacy settings to control who can see what they post, it is important to remember not to heavily rely on such settings. Although most social media platforms may offer privacy settings, and Service members may want to share photos, their personal feelings and daily happenings with their “friends,” they should remain vigilant and refrain from trusting such features. Service members should abstain from posting derogatory comments about the military, photos of misconduct and any information, which may affect operational security, including deployments or sensitive objects and areas. A general

rule of thumb to use when posting on social media is, “If you have a doubt, leave it out.” Advising Service members to be careful in how they use social media isn’t to censor or take their voice away, but rather to protect them, their families, friends and the military from threats. Posting too much information about your whereabouts, travel plans, details about military operations, or statements that are derogatory in nature or defamatory of the military are all examples of behavior that could compromise a Service member’s safety and security, the safety of military members, and could lead to disciplinary action. Service members must continue to adhere to and educate themselves on guidelines in order to maintain a professional military image while interacting online. For more information about social media etiquette, visit www. af.mil/Portals/1/documents/SocialMediaGuide2013.pdf for the Air Force Social Media Guide or www.arcent.army.mil/u-s-armysocial-media-handbook for the U.S. Army Social Media Handbook. Airmen and Soldiers can also reference Air Force Instruction 1-1 and Army Regulation 600-50.

FITNESS FROM PAGE 3 spectrum, and before you know it, people are actively working through their problems with their peers and leaders.” He also added fitness isn’t the only avenue to better work relationships. “When we talk about leading by example, I think a lot of people might miss one factor—we are all human,” said Mercer, correcting Hagewood’s form during a particularly pretzel-like cable exercise. “Finding an activity, something tangible where others can see your progress and trials, shows Airmen, ‘here is what I do, here are my shortcomings and here is how I came out on top. Once an Airman can see that struggle, you are not just a boss or an NCO or whatever, you are someone relatable. That makes us, as leaders, approachable.” After an hour, Hagewood and Mercer again donned their familiar Airmen Battle Uniforms and returned to their duties at the office. However, Mercer believes a change of clothes doesn’t change perceptions. “Putting on this uniform only means I should perform at a higher standard, but I should do my best even when I don’t wear it,” explained Mercer. “If we all took the time to be leaders no matter who we talk to, where we work or what rank we wear, we can be the difference we want to see.” As Mercer made his way through the gym, this time with master sergeant stripes emblazoned prominently across his shoulders, Airmen and senior NCOs alike still approached him, a testament to his friendly attitude. Mercer gave out some helpful tips here and there, or just shared a boisterous laugh with a fellow gym mate, before heading out the door. With his muscles sore and head held high, Mercer knew he would return the next day, pick up the weights and check back into his “office,” intent on listening, learning and leading his friends, coworkers and fellow Airmen into a better tomorrow.

FOLLOW THESE HELPFUL TIPS Below are additional tips provided by the U.S. Army Social Media Handbook and the Air Force Social Media Guide: ■ Do not post classified information, sensitive or For Official Use Only information ■ Discuss only areas where you have first-hand or personal experiences ■ Do not post any offensive or illegal information or material ■ Obey applicable laws ■ Do not post anything that would discredit the Armed Forces

■ When expressing your views, differentiate between opinion and official information ■ Do not post personal information of others ■ Respectfully replace error with fact when you see misrepresentations made about the military in social media ■ Do not use your branch’s name to endorse or promote products, political positions or religious ideologies

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U.S. Air Force Master Sgt. Mackenzie Mercer, Air Combat Command Communications Support Squadron noncommissioned officer-in-charge, adjusts the grip of Airman 1st Class Steven Hagewood, ACC CSS event manager, during a workout at Langley Air Force Base, Va., Jan. 30, 2015.

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Annually, more than 5,800 U.S. Army Soldiers come through Fort Eustis, Virginia to attend Advanced Individual Training to learn the basics of helicopter and boat maintenance. Most students graduate and move on to installations across the globe but for some, Fort Eustis will remain their home. Pvt. Jeffery Kemp, 331st Transportation Company, 11th Transportation Battalion, 7th Transportation Brigade (Expeditionary) watercraft engineer, began his new career at Fort Eustis as a student with the U.S. Army Transportation School. Kemp adjusted quickly after basic military training to the continuous schedule of school, formation, preparing his room for inspections and studying. “[AIT] was a consistent schedule with strict, but necessary, rules,” said Kemp. “We were only allowed to go off post on the weekends because our main priority was training.” Like every future permanent-party Soldier nearing their graduation date, Kemp received his official orders. To his surprise, he discovered he would be staying at Fort Eustis. “[When I found out about my orders,] I was excited to stay because I’ve met some really cool people that live in the area,” said Kemp. “Plus, it’s close to my hometown in Kentucky, so my family doesn’t have to travel very far to visit me.” Kemp discovered that while he stayed at the same base, things were not the same. After arriving at the 331st Trans. Co., Kemp soon realized things ran differently. According to Kemp, there were already high expectations of him within his work center. “Once you get to your first unit, they know you’re a Soldier and they want you to be responsible enough to do what is expected of you,” said Kemp. “Once you’re done with your work, your free time is your own to do what you want.” Kemp said, for him, there was a big adjustment period where he had to get used to the new freedom within his unit and personal life. He said he knew his mindset needed altering from student to workforce Soldier. He now has plans to explore the installation and local area to find new things to try during

his free time. “It felt weird at first. I got a chance to explore the local area a little on the weekends in AIT, but never explore the base,” said Kemp. “Now I’ve gotten to take a look around and there’s a lot of really cool stuff here.” Now that Kemp works on the installation, he said he spends time with friends off-base and working on his car while balancing his career and learning more about his job and what it means to be a Soldier. “I’m always going to be learning throughout my career in the Army,” said Kemp. “I’m finding a balance now between learning my job and learning the Army. I’m really excited for what the future may hold for me in the Army and at Fort Eustis.”

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U.S. Army Pvt. Jeffery Kemp, 331st Transportation Company, 11th Transportation Battalion, 7th Transportation Brigade (Expeditionary) watercraft engineer, received orders to his unit at Fort Eustis, Va., after nine weeks of Advanced Individual Training on the same installation. Now that he has more freedom after work, he spends time with friends off-base exploring the local area.

U.S. Army Pvt. Jeffery Kemp, 331st Transportation Company, 11th Transportation Battalion, 7th Transportation Brigade (Expeditionary) watercraft engineer, repairs the engine of a side-loaded warping tug boat at Fort Eustis, Va., Jan. 21, 2015.

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The Soldier for Life Transition Assistance Program will partner with the Langley Airman and Family Readiness Center, Army Community Services and Virginia Employment Commission to host a job fair at Fort Eustis, Virginia, Feb. 19 from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. More than 50 employers from local and federal organizations will provide representatives at the Fort Eustis Club seeking to hire transitioning active duty U.S. Service members, National Guardsmen, reservists, veterans, retirees and their family members for a variety of career fields. “Our goal is to get Service members employed,” said Reba Gordon, Soldier For Life Transition Assistance Program transition services manager. “We have the re-

sources and we have the talent on the installation, so now we just need to match them up.” Gordon says that while they don’t keep track of the exact numbers, the Soldier for Life Program staff frequently receive calls from employers, notifying them when they have hired an individual they interviewed at a job fair on the installation. “Most of the companies that participate are associated with the military, whether they have employees who have served or have family members in the Armed Forces,” said Gordon. “These companies have been ecstatic at past job fairs from the quality of dedicated new employees they know they are getting from the military.” Gordon suggests job seekers register online and do their research before the event. “If [Service members] register

early and get the list of companies attending, they can research the job openings and fill out applications online,” said Gordon. “That way, when they come to the job fair, they’re showing the representatives they have the drive and initiative to get the job they want and they’ve already completed the first step in the hiring process.” Gordon said children are not allowed at the job fair, and job seekers should dress for success and avoid coming in groups. “Dress in business attire, not your military uniform, because you’re looking for a job outside the Armed Forces,” said Gordon. “This is your time to shine with employers so make sure you highlight yourself and your talents.” For more information, call 8784955, or visit www.eventbrite. com/event/15049198558/ to register.

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More than 50 employers from local and federal organizations will gather to meet with transitioning U.S. Service members who are seeking employment during a job fair at the Fort Eustis Club at Fort Eustis, Va., Feb, 19, 2015. The job fair is open to all Service members, National Guardsmen, reservists, veterans, retirees and their family members who are interested in a variety of career fields.

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By Senior Airman Kimberly Nagle 633RD AIR BASE WING PUBLIC AFFAIRS

The McDonald Army Health Center hosted a ceremony in honor of the 114th U.S. Army Nurse Corps birthday at Fort Eustis, Virginia Feb. 2, 2015. This year’s theme aimed to demonstrate nurses’ courage to care, connect and change. The event aimed to honor the achievements of all nurses and celebrate their dedication and selflessness when caring for beneficiaries. “I appreciate that we set aside time to acknowledge the long and rich history of the U.S. Army Nurse Corps,” said Col. Glenda J. Lock, McDonald Army Health Center commander. “Today we are acknowledging Army nursing as a bigger scope of our proud profession, a profession that has been number one for a few years.” The ANC was established in 1901 as a permanent corps within the U.S. Army Medical Department, originatU.S. Army Col. Vinette E. Gordon, Army Nurse Corps deputy chief, speaks during a ceremony celebrating the ANC’s 114th birthday at Fort Eustis, Va., Feb. 2, 2015. During her speech, Gordon spoke on the courage and change within the ANC.

ing from the acts of advocates who pushed for a professional nursing element within the Army. During the ceremony, Col. Vinette Gordon, ANC deputy chief, spoke to audience members on courage and changes within the corps, while encouraging the audience members to share their stories from their own careers. After listening to audience members tell their stories, Gordon thanked them for what they did and do, and told the crowd that courage comes in all shapes and sizes, encouraging them to show be courageous. “Courage; this invisible value gives us the wisdom to stand up for what is right,” said Gordon. “[As an ANC member I want you to] speak up when something is not right, raise your hand to do, to go and guide us.” Gordon concluded her speech on the constant possible change within the nursing profession.

“Change is here, I encourage you to take a more active and prominent role in your practice, we are all constantly faced with change.” she said. “How are you involved with change?” To complete the ceremony the crowd watched as Gordon, the youngest and oldest ANC members at Fort Eustis cut a ceremonial cake that was followed by the playing of the Army Song.

“Today we are acknowledging Army nursing as a bigger scope of our proud profession, a profession that has been number one for a few years.” — Col. Glenda J. Lock McDonald Army Health Center commander

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U.S. Army Col. Vinette E. Gordon, left, Army Nurse Corps deputy chief, Janice Genua, McDonald Army Health Center Quality Management patient safety manager and 1st Lt. Nicole Hostetler, MCDAHC orthopedic staff nurse, cut a birthday cake to celebrate the ANC’s 114th birthday at Fort Eustis, Va., Feb. 2, 2015.

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Eustis partners with ARC to host blood drive By Staff Sgt. Teresa J. Cleveland 633RD AIR BASE WING PUBLIC AFFAIRS

McDonald Army Health Center and U.S. Army Medical Department Activity will team up with the American Red Cross Blood Services to host a quarterly blood drive at the U.S. Army Reserve Center at Fort Eustis, Virginia, Feb. 11 from 9 a.m. until 3 p.m. Each quarter, MCAHC hosts the event with the ARC Mid-Atlantic Region with a goal of collecting approximately 50 units of blood, which can save up to 150 lives. “Every two seconds, someone in the United States needs blood,” said Kristen Hatfield, ARC communications manager. “When Service members and civilian employees donate blood, they can help save lives.” According to ARC, donors must be at least 17 years old, weigh at least 110 pounds and be in generally good health. While the units collected may not go di-

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Krissy Calvert, American Red Cross technician, questions U. S. Army Staff Sgt. Jason Panergo, 128th Aviation Brigade weapons instructor, before drawing blood at a blood drive held at Fort Eustis, Va., Oct. 15, 2014. McDonald Army Health Center hosts blood drives quarterly to earn credit for units of blood with the American Red Cross, saving both money and lives.

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Langley AFB kicks off Black History Month celebration

By Senior Airman Kayla Newman 633RD AIR BASE WING PUBLIC AFFAIRS

Since 1976, every U.S. president has designated the month of February as Black History Month, an annual celebration of the achievements of black Americans. From the abolishment of slavery and the Civil Rights Movements, there is much to observe and celebrate during the month of February. “[BHM] is a time to reflect on significant achievements made by African American men and women throughout our nation’s history,” said Master Sgt. Rodney Cathcart, LAAHC president. “Some of these people made the ultimate sacrifice and broke down barriers so that we can have certain freedoms and liberties that we take for granted and this year’s theme celebrates a century of black life and culture.” In observance of BHM, the Langley African American Heritage Council will host events throughout Langley Air Force Base and the local community, beginning Feb. 2.

Dr. Ezra Hill, a retired U.S. Air Force master sergeant and Documented Original Tuskegee Airman, sings Lee Greenwood’s “God Bless the U.S.A.” during the Langley African-American Heritage Council Black History Month Jamboree at the Langley Air Force Base theater Feb. 2, 2015. Hill was among the final Airmen to be dubbed “Tuskegee Airmen” before the U.S. military became racially integrated.

U.S. Air Force Col. John J. Allen, 633rd Air Base Wing commander, Dr. Ezra Hill, a retired U.S. Air Force master sergeant and Documented Original Tuskegee Airman, Chief Master Sgt. Mark Hurst, 633rd ABW command chief, and U.S. Army Col. Joseph Ladner, 633rd ABW vice commander, join the crowd in singing “Lift Every Voice and Sing,” during the Langley African-American Heritage Council Black History Month Jamboree at the Langley Air Force Base theater Feb. 2, 2015.

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The Langley African-American Heritage Council kicked off its Black History Month Jamboree at the Langley Air Force Base theater Feb. 2. More than 100 guests attended the ceremony, which featured a documentary screening about the legacy of the Tuskegee Airmen, the first AfricanAmerican Airmen in the U.S. Armed Forces, followed by remarks by Documented Original Tuskegee Airman, Dr. Ezra Hill. Hill, a retired U.S. Air Force master

sergeant who became one of the final Tuskegee Airmen, recalled his journey through the ranks of the Air Force and the determination exhibited by fellow African-American Airmen in the years before racial integration in the military. He recalled the wisdom imparted upon him and others by legendary pilot and Tuskegee Airmen commander, Gen. Benjamin O. Davis, who implored the men under his command to remain committed to the mission, and fight with courage. “Never give up. If it’s right, do it. That’s what the Tuskegee Airmen are,” he proclaimed, channeling the late Gen-

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eral Davis. “Don’t be wimps, but always humble yourself. Be men, be stouthearted men, but always stay humble.” While morning rain forced the cancellation of the planned Unity March leading up to the jamboree at the theater, the weather didn’t cloud the enthusiasm of those in attendance at the program. Even Hill himself felt inspired by the spirit of the gathering, breaking into a rendition of Lee Greenwood’s patriotic classic “God Bless the U.S.A.,” for which he received a rousing ovation. “Just being able to be part of an event like this reinforces the idea that we are better together, and that the steps our

predecessors like the Tuskegee Airmen took were not in vain,” said Senior Airman Marc Granville, an LAAHC member who helped plan the event. “We want to be part of something bigger than ourselves, and by celebrating our history and heritage, we’re able to pave the way for that better future, that greater meaning.” The LAAHC will host a variety of BHM events throughout February, including speaking engagements, luncheons and informational displays. For more information, contact Master Sgt. Rodney Cathcart at (757) 225-8486 or by email at laahc@us.af.mil.

Dr. Ezra Hill, a retired U.S. Air Force master sergeant and Documented Original Tuskegee Airman, speaks with Lt. Col. Barry Spells, Headquarters Air Combat Command Inspector General’s office, following the Langley African-American Heritage Council Black History Month Jamboree at the Langley Air Force Base theater Feb. 2, 2015. Dr. Ezra Hill, a retired U.S. Air Force master sergeant and Documented Original Tuskegee Airman, speaks to the crowd as the Langley Air Force Base command team listens at the Langley African-American Heritage Council Black History Month Jamboree at the Langley Air Force Base theater Feb. 2, 2015.

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Feb. 9 - Traditional Zumba Dance at the Shellbank Fitness Center at 5 p.m. ■ Feb. 10 - Fort Eustis will host a BHM celebration at the Wylie Theater, at 1:30 p.m. The 7th Transportation Brigade (Expeditionary) will host the event. For more information, contact U.S. Army Sgt. 1st Class Jairo Hernandez at 878-4436. ■ Feb. 21 - Trivia Bowl at York High School, at 9:30 a.m. For more information, contact U.S. Air Force Tech. Sgt. Terry Yates at 225-9245 or terry.yates@us.af.mil. ■ Feb. 26 - The BHM Luncheon at the Bayview Commonwealth Center from 11:30 a.m. - 1 p.m. The guest speaker for this event will be Hampton, Va., Mayor George Wallace. For more information, contact Jackson at 225-4018. Through the events, Cathcart said the LAAHC provides a learning opportunity for the JBLE community. “I would encourage JBLE members of all ethnic backgrounds to go support all the [BHM] events, as well as all special observance events because it is a great opportunity to learn and grow as a person,” said Senior Airman Marc Granville, 440 Supply Chain Operations Squadron security systems analyst. “These events offer a great opportunity to get out and meet new people and have some fun while supporting the bigger mission.” For more information, contact the LAAHC at laahc@us.af.mil or 575-8486.

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Dailey assumes role as 15th sergeant major of Army By C. Todd Lopez ARMY NEWS SERVICE

The 15th sergeant major of the U.S. Army was sworn into office Jan. 30, 2015, bringing with him a wealth of experience from both the operational and institutional Army. Before administering the oath of office to Sgt. Maj. of the Army Daniel A. Dailey, Chief of Staff of the Army Gen. Ray Odierno explained what it is he believes Dailey will bring to the office. The general said the first time he met Dailey, the non-commissioned officer had been a platoon sergeant. Subsequently, he served as a battalion sergeant major, brigade sergeant major, and division sergeant major. Dailey also has in-depth institutional experience, Odierno said, having served as the command sergeant major at U.S. Army Training and Doctrine Command. “He brings this broad experience of both understanding the institutional side as well as the tactical and operational side,” Odierno said. “In my mind, there is no one more qualified to take on the responsibilities and the challenges our Army faces in the future.” The general named three such challenges, saying they are concerns he thinks about every day. He said he believes that Dailey will be able to help address those challenges, as did Sgt. Maj. of the Army Raymond F. Chandler III before him. First, he said, is the continued commitment of Soldiers across the globe—as many as 140,000

Soldiers are now deployed or forward stationed. “It’s our responsibility to ensure they have the resources and tools necessary to do their jobs. And that we develop NCOs ... so they are able to lead our Soldiers anywhere.” Secondly, he said, is the downsizing of the Army. “How do we maintain the strength of our Army by keeping the right NCOs in the force, but while also taking care of those who raised their right hand and were willing to serve this nation in a time of war, and how do we properly transition them and do it the right way?” Finally, he said, is planning for the future of the Army, to plan for what the Army will need to continue to maintain the security of the United States. With all of those issues, Odierno said, he believes that Dailey will serve as an advisor and leader to help the Army make the right decisions. “Sgt. Maj. of the Army Dan Daily is the one who can lead us that way,” he said. “He understands those problems and he understands what it will take. I know his preparation and leadership and experiences will help us to lead this great Army into the future—and to ensure that this Army will remain the greatest Army in the world.”

Humble After being sworn in to office, and swapping out his uniform coat for a new one that bears his new rank insignia, Dailey explained how he, a self-described “middle of the road guy,” was

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U.S. Army Sgt. Maj. Daniel A. Dailey addresses the crowd at his swearing in ceremony as the 15th Sergeant Major of the Army, January 30, at the Pentagon. Dailey will serve as the Army chief of staff’s personal advisor on matters affecting the Army’s enlisted force.

able to rise to the highest enlisted position in the Army. “As a young man I was a pretty average kid,” Dailey said. “I did well in school, but I wasn’t the valedictorian. I was somewhere in the middle of the class. I played high school sports. But I wasn’t a superstar athlete. I couldn’t play in the band, because I don’t have any musical talent at all. I’m even average by military standards: 5-foot 9-inches, and 161 pounds, as of this morning. I checked. By all accounts I was a poor, average kid from northeastern Pennsylvania. “How does a middle-of-theroad guy make it to this rank? To represent the finest fighting forces the world has known?” he asked. “The answer is simple. It’s sitting in the seats in front of me. It’s leadership—leadership

from great Soldiers, non-commissioned officers and officers that I served with over the years. These are the people who make Army leaders.” Daily said leadership is not born, but is rather built. “I am merely a product of the best the Army has ever had to offer,” he said. “I am grateful for that.” Dailey thanked both the officer and enlisted Soldiers who helped shape his career, as well as civilians in government and those from his home town, including his high school principal. Dailey also thanked his mother for developing in him and his brothers “the ethical and moral foundations we needed. Mom, thank you and I love you.” He also thanked his father, an Army veteran who recent-

ly passed away. “He taught us boys a strong work ethic and discipline. And he ensured we all had a sense of patriotism. Dad, rest well, and the boys are all okay.” He also thanked his two older brothers, saying that as the baby of the family there had been for him both privileges and sacrifices. “My brothers felt it was their responsibility to begin building my resiliency at a very young age,” he said, drawing laughter from the audience. “In the Dailey house, resiliency is codeword for ‘the punching bag’ during their live re-enactment of Saturday morning episodes of Kung Fu Theater. Brothers, you made me strong. Thank you, but SEE LEADER NEXT PAGE

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15 Army senior leaders attend the swearing in ceremony for U.S. Army Sgt. Maj. Daniel A. Dailey as the 15th Sergeant Major of the Army, Jan. 30, at the Pentagon. From left to right, U.S. Army Chief of Staff Gen. Raymond T. Odierno, retired Gen. Gordon R. Sullivan, Army Under Secretary Brad R. Carson, and Army Vice Chief of Staff Gen. Daniel B. Allyn.

LEADER FROM PREVIOUS PAGE don’t try it now. Combined with years of military service, and the fact of this stage of your life—the younger samurai now has the advantage.” He mentioned also his younger brother. He thanked his wife Holly: “I love you for sticking by me for 21 years, and the seven I wasn’t there; but most of all because you’re my best friend. Thank you.” Finally, he thanked his son, Dakota. “I’m so proud of you ... you’re the reason why I get up every day and work so hard. You really are. “All of these people, from the former leaders to my family, made it possible for an average guy to be the representative for a million of the nation’s best and brightest,” Dailey said. “That’s why I’m convinced that anyone can be the sergeant major of the Army. Any Soldier in today’s Army, even an average Soldier like me, has the potential to be an Army senior leader some day. It just requires two things: great leadership, and a strong Army family.” U.S. Army photo by Staff Sgt. Chuck Burden

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Airman’s Attic achieves different kind of mission

*HWWLQJ WR NQRZ WKH UG 06* FRPPDQGHU By Senior Airman Kimberly Nagle 633RD AIR BASE WING PUBLIC AFFAIRS

As gentle winds blow across the James River and roadways while parking lots stand empty, still basking in the orange glow and soft hum of street lamps, the calm silence crescendos in anticipation of the day ahead. Before the sun’s rays peek over the horizon and the moon slowly recedes, making way for the gold and purples of sunrise, one U.S. Army Soldier basks in the silence - the calm before the storm. Despite the stillness, Col. William Galbraith, 733rd Mission Support Group commander, prepares for the day. “I wake up at 4:30 a.m. every morning,” he said. “I think about how to make this a great installation and how to meet the needs of the community.” Before attending an ROTC program to begin his career as a commissioned officer, Galbraith started his Army life as an enlisted member. “While attending boot camp in Fort Benning, Georgia, I went from my old self thinking I was going nowhere to a new man,” said Galbraith. “I even had drill sergeants telling me I had ‘something special about me’, even though I never really saw it.” After 26 years in the Army, Galbraith’s assignment at Fort Eustis marks his first time as garrison commander. Despite never thinking he would get to this place, he feels each day brings a new challenge. “I never saw myself even being an officer,” said Galbraith. “Now here I am the garrison commander embracing the challenges around me.” Galbraith said the mission as the 733rd MSG commander changes daily. While signing paperwork for misbehavior or sending a unit off for an upcoming deployment, Galbraith said he tries to tackle each day with optimism. The role of commander has taught Galbraith the importance of balanc-

ing all aspects of his life, he said. Like every other Soldier, fitness requirements, managing family and work life may be difficult, and Galbraith said this is no different for himself. “Time management is very difficult in this job, there are many things that can eat at your schedule,” he said. “But for me, waking up early in the morning or staying at work late gets me caught up, but it does get into family and sleep time, and that’s where it gets hard.” As a husband and father of four, Galbraith admits he often puts work first, but not because he wants to, but because the mission needs him. “I have two missions in life,” said Galbraith. “My family life, and my work life. When I am the person who has to be in charge of 2,000 Soldiers, that task comes first.” During a typical day, Galbraith will attend a wide range of meetings, ceremonies, deployments, re-deployments and ribbon cuttings. Despite the hectic schedule, Galbraith said he uses these events to interact with the Fort Eustis community, “The only way I have the ability to connect with the Soldiers is to make sure my presence is known,” he said. “I do things like my workouts outside as a way to have facial recognition, and being a part of councils or boards also helps me connect.” Galbraith said an important challenge is to connect with and meet the expectations of every Fort Eustis member and to show them how they installation leadership is able to work for them. “I need to make sure everyone has their standard comforts first, things like heat and a sound roof, while making sure the post stays current,” he said. “It is important that we hear the needs of the community, so that we can do things like host events for them.” Despite long days, time away from the family and a heavy work load, Galbraith sees his position as an honor.

By Airman 1st Class Devin Scott Michaels 633RD AIR BASE WING PUBLIC AFFAIRS

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U.S. Army Col. William Galbraith, 733rd Mission Support Group commander, gives opening remarks during a Community Listening Session at Fort Eustis, Va., Jan. 13, 2015.The session included briefings from local elected officials about the impact the Army has on the local community.

“I have to make small and big decisions all day long,” he said “It could be something as simple as a pipe bursting and sending out the right people, or making a careerchanging decision for a Soldier, it is not always easy to do, but I rely on others around me and the facts to help me.” A personal goal of Galbraith’s, before he departs in 2016, is to bridge the gap between the local community and Fort Eustis. “I want [the community] to see us as partners,” he said. “I want Fort Eustis to be more than this place they might not know much about.” “I think Fort Eustis has so much potential and we are trying to meet the expectations all the time,” said Galbraith. “It’s a great place to live, play and work.” As the sun falls west once more and buildings clear, the streetlamp’s soft hum returns as they bath Eustis in orange. Galbraith sits at his desk completing the day’s work and preparing for next. With the sun now gone and the moon in full force, Galbraith will leave for the day, with extra work in tow—ready for tomorrow’s storm.

It’s the small things in life that make a difference. Silverware given to a U.S. Air Force Airman living in the dormitories could allow him to have dinner at home. A black beanie given to a truck driver could mean the difference between a good or bad day in the snow. An old toy newly introduced to a poor child could put a smile on his face. Every Tuesday and Thursday, the Airman’s Attic at Langley Air Force Base, Virginia, provides such things to Service members and the Salvation Army. “Seeing the facial expressions on the women and children who receive these donations makes me love what I do,” said Joseph Isley, Salvation Army truck driver. “The contributions the Airman’s Attic provides for the Salvation Army really make a difference. I’d say about half the donations that I pick up come from here.” The Salvation Army sends Isley to Langley Air Force Base weekly to pick up old or abundant donations, which the Airman’s Attic receives mostly from individual Airmen and the Base Exchange. “The Airman’s Attic receives donations from many places, but mostly from Airmen, and twice a month from the Base Exchange,” said James Murrell, Community Programs and Information, Tickets and Travel director. “It is a vital part of the Air Force community, because it supplies items at no cost that would be too costly elsewhere, and if Airmen don’t pick it up, then it goes to the Salvation Army and is liquidated to help those who need it.” Isley said the Salvation Army sells most of their donations at a local establishment, and the proceeds are used to provide less-fortunate and diSEE PROGRAM PAGE 19

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Joseph Isley, Salvation Army truck driver, loads donations from the Airman’s Attic into a truck at Langley Air Force Base, Va., Jan 27, 2015.

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VA projects “The Corps has significant construction management capabilities and experience delivering medical facilities for our Service members and veterans,” Lloyd C. Caldwell, director of military programs for USACE, told lawmakers during a House Veterans Affairs Committee hearing, Jan. 21. Before 2007, Corps’ support to VA projects was below $2 million a year, Caldwell stated in written testimony.

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AF pilot recognized for heroism in combat, awarded Distinguished Flying Cross with Valor By Airman 1st Class Ceaira Tinsley 23D WING PUBLIC AFFAIRS

For one U.S. Air Force Airman, what seemed to be a standard patrol mission from Bagram Airfield, Afghanistan, Oct. 28, 2008, concluded with him receiving a Distinguished Flying Cross with Valor here Jan. 29. The actions of Maj. Jeremiah Parvin and his wingman, Capt. Aaron Cavasos, saved the lives of six Marines that day. Maj. Gen. H. D. Polumbo Jr., the Ninth Air Force commander, presented Parvin with the medal in recognition of his selfless and heroic actions.”This was not an easy situation for Maj. Parvin,” Polumbo said during the ceremony. “He made his way there in an expeditious way, and I will tell you after flying a number of different types of airplanes in the mountains of Afghanistan, it is not an easy environment to fly in. Those of you who have flown in Afghanistan know that it’s significantly challenging ... especially when the weather is not good. For me, it was the most challenging environment I have flown in during my Air Force career.” The DFC is awarded to any officer or enlisted person of the armed forces of the United States who distinguished her or himself in actual combat in support of operations by heroism or extraordinary achievement while participating in an aerial flight. “That was the beginning of the bravery, the courage, the flight discipline and the real Airmanship that we’re going to recognize today,” he said. “It’s what Airmen do to work their way into the fight in order to put fire down on the ground

to support our men and women under fire. This is the bravery that we in the Air Force identify that it takes to get a Distinguished Flying Cross with Valor.” Polumbo isn’t the only one who sees Parvin as a hero. For one Marine in the audience, he said he knows his team would have died that day if it wasn’t for Parvin and Cavasos’ bravery. “It was the first time in my life that I thought to myself, ‘This is it. We’re going to die. We’re not going to make it out of this,’” said U.S. Marine Corps Master Gunnery Sgt. Richard Wells, who was the Marine Special Operations Team chief. “(If it wasn’t for him) I don’t think I’d be doing this interview right now. I’m certain that I wouldn’t have made it out. There is no way that we would have made it all of the way back to the base.” Although many see Parvin’s actions as heroic, he said any of his counterparts would have done the same thing in that situation. “Any of the guys we train with on a daily basis, given the same set of circumstances and information would do the exact same thing,” Parvin said. “That’s what we want to train guys to do. Whether it’s here or Davis-Monthan (Air Force Base, Arizona,) we try to train them to a set standard—the same one that we used that day.” Parvin may have thought the mission was just another day’s work, but seven years later, he still remembers all of the accounts of that day. Then Capt. Parvin and Lt. Cavasos, both A-10C Thunderbolt II pilots, were circling their area of responsibility when the air support operations center relayed a call for help.

“We have troops in contact,” chirped over the radio and the pilots raced to the coordinates provided. The pilots made contact with the joint terminal attack controller on the ground, call sign: HALO 11. Parvin battled poor weather conditions during his 320-mile flight to their location. As he thumbed through his maps, Parvin realized neither he, nor his wingman, had a map of where they were going. Although the odds were stacked against them, they used their experience to find the location. Upon arrival, Parvin descended below a thick cloud cover and maneuvered through the mountainous terrain to reach the unit in need. Once overhead, they determined a Marine Special Operations Team was being relentlessly assaulted and the enemy was closing in fast. After nearly two hours of close-quarters combat, the team was in dire need of support and there was no way for ground forces to reach them. There were also a number of Marines who sustained gunshot wounds and needed medical care. “You get there and there’s this huge excitement and adrenaline rush that you try to tamper down,” Parvin said. “You hear gunshots in the background; you hear screams of urgency in their voices. You could just tell they need help and they needed it now.” Parvin turned on the A-10C’s overt exterior lights to divert enemy fire toward himself and away from the Marine unit. With the help of the JTAC, he was able to distinguish the friendlies from the enemies and provide close air support. While maneuvering in the mountainous

terrain taking heavy surface-to-air fire, Parvin destroyed multiple enemy positions—some within 40 meters of U.S. forces. His actions gave the Marines enough time to retreat to safety. The hour flight back to Bagram was silent as the exhaustion from the day’s events set in. “In 2008, we did the mission and we landed,” Parvin said. “It was counted as an everyday mission and we didn’t think anything about it.” Parvin, now the 75th Fighter Squadron director of operations, said it wasn’t until six years later that he realized this was no ordinary mission. It was something more. The ramifications of his actions didn’t occur to him until talking with the Marines he helped that day. “It was unbelievable to hear the ground guys’ story,” Parvin said. “Once I heard their (account of the events) and listened to the trials and tribulations they went through, I was like, ‘Whoa.’ I knew what we did was really important.” Now, with three deployments, 280 combat hours and 83 sorties, Parvin has had a lot of diverse experiences throughout his career. “It feels great (because) we train with all services all the time,” Parvin said. “It doesn’t matter who’s on the ground. We’re going to work with them no matter what and no matter when. That’s our job as A-10 guys to make sure they remain safe at all the times and to provide accurate firepower for them.” Parvin’s wingman, Cavasos, who is now stationed at Luke AFB, Arizona, was also awarded the DFC with Valor in a ceremony held there Jan. 16.

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Army projects The Corps has delivered, or is in the process of designing and constructing a full range of medical facilities for the Army and the other services as well as the VA, Caldwell informed the lawmakers. These include “very large hospitals valued near $1 billion that are capable of delivering world-class medical services for the armed forces and their families.” These include: ■ A new hospital at Fort Belvoir, Virginia, completed in 2011 at a cost of $1.03 billion; ■ A hospital addition at Fort Sam Houston, Texas, completed in 2011 at a cost of $802 million; ■ A new hospital at Fort Benning, Georgia, completed in 2014 at a cost of $475 million; ■ A hospital under construction at Fort Riley, Kansas, with an authorization for $404 million with a completion date slated for this year; ■ A hospital under construction at Fort Bliss, Texas, with an authorization for $966 million with completion set for 2016; ■ A hospital under construction at Rhine Ordnance Barracks, Germany, with an authorization of $990 million, expected to open in 2022.

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I know firsthand that these donations help.” When Isley comes to the Airman’s Attic, he said he feels hopeful for people in the world who are struggling or facing disaster, and Murrell said he believes these resources are great for the community. “It feels good to see people using these resources--it brings value to the community,” said Murrell.

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Sports Branch, P.O. Drawer E, Fort Eustis, VA 23604. Please make checks payable to “FE Fitness.” There will be no refunds or rain date. For more information, call 878-0013

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The Fit-to-Win Fitness Challenge will begin Feb. 17. The challenge is open to all authorized users of JBLE fitness facilities and is limited to the first 50 registrants. Prizes will be awarded to the top three most-improved fitness scores as determined by MICROFIT fitness assessments. For contest rules, registration and more information, contact Bob Ornelaz at 878-2238 or robert.ornelaz.ctr@ mail.mil.

Are you looking to add something new to your workout routine this year? Free indoor cycling classes are offered on Mondays, Wednesdays and Thursdays from 5:15 to 6:30 a.m. at Anderson Field House. The 60 minute classes are open to active-duty personnel and their family members, retirees, Department of Defense civilians and contractors. For more information, contact Darlean Basuedayva at 501-7983 or darlean.m.basuedayva.ctr@mail.mil.

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The JBLE 4-H Military Club will host a Youth Basketball Skills Improvement Camp from 1 to 5:30 p.m., Feb. 6 at 1102 Pershing Ave. The event is open to youth ages 6-18 and participants must be registered with Child and Youth Services. Medication and signed documentation is required for youth with special needs. The cost is $20 per person. For more information, call 878-4448/2662.

The Regimental Memorial Chapel will host an Ash Wednesday Service on Feb. 18, at 11:45 a.m. and 7 p.m. at 923 Lee Boulevard. For more information, call 878-1304.

The Spouses’ Club of Fort Eustis is offering scholarships to high school seniors and adult continuing education students for the 2015-16 school year. Applications and eligibility criteria are available online at www. scfeva.com All applications must be postmarked no later than March 9. For more information, contact the scholarship chairperson at scfescholarship@gmail.com or mail correspondence to Spouses’ Club of Fort Eustis, Attn: Scholarship Chairperson, P.O. Box 4711. Fort Eustis, VA 23604.

The Fort Eustis Club will host Mardi Gras on Feb. 6, from 4:30 p.m. to 1 a.m. at 2123 Pershing Ave. The event is open to the public and attendees must be ages 21 and older. Activities will include live music, Cajun cuisine, casino games and prizes. Free snacks will be provided in the lounge from 4:30 to 6 p.m. Free party shuttles will be available on both Fort Eustis and Langley Air Force Base. Langley AFB riders must sign up at the Community Commons. Admission is $12 in advance and $15 at the door. Advance tickets can be purchased at the Fort Eustis Ticket and Travel office at 671 Lee Blvd. For more information, call 878-5700 or visit www.jbleforcesupport.com.

Next Pay Day Scramble The next winter time Pay Day Scramble will be held at The Pines Golf Course at Fort Eustis on Feb. 7, with a 9 a.m. shotgun start. This event will also be a two person throw away scramble event played from the forward tees. What makes it a throw away event? The throw away scramble format will be played on the course like any other two person scramble; however when you get to the scoreboard you will throw away your two worst holes in relation to par on each nine. Your total score will be the best results in relation to par (+/- instead of a total number – this way a birdie on a par 5 will be better than a par on a par 3 since the birdie is -1 and the par is even). For more information, call The Pines Golf Course at 878-2252.

Home buying and selling seminars The Fort Eustis Housing Services Office will host a Home Buying Seminar on Feb. 10, from 5 to 7:30 p.m. and a Home Selling Seminar on Feb. 12, from 5 to 7:30 p.m. Both seminars will take place at the Soldier Support Center at 650 Monroe Ave., room 118. Industry speakers will include a realtor, mortgage lender, attorney and home inspector. The free seminars are open to active duty U.S. military members, retirees, reservists, National Guardsmen and their family members. To register, call 878-5579/5687.

American Red Cross Blood Drive The U.S. Army Medical Department Activity will sponsor an American Red Cross Blood Drive on Feb. 11, from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m., at the U.S. Army Reserve Center at 1034 24th St. The event will provide the opportunity for

JBLE Job Fair The Joint Base Langley-Eustis Job Fair will take place on Feb. 19, from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Fort Eustis Club. More than 50 employers will be on hand to network and offer employment opportunities. The event is open to active-duty Service members, Reserves, National Guard, Coast Guard, veterans, retirees and military spouses. Job seekers should come dressed for success and bring copies of their resumes. Minor children are not allowed. Visit www.eventbrite.com/event/15049198558/ to pre-register. For more information, call 878-4955.

Fort Eustis 10K run The 17th annual Fort Eustis 10K run will take place on Feb. 28., at 9 a.m. This is a Peninsula Track Club Grand Prix event, which will be run entirely on Fort Eustis. The race will start at the corner of Lee Boulevard and Dickman Street and end at Anderson Field House. The course surface is 99 percent flat asphalt roadways. The race route will take you past the historic Matthew Jones House, along the James River with a view of the Ghost Fleet, near Fort Crawford and then past the site of an early American brick factory located on Mulberry Island. Parking, restrooms and shower facilities will be available for use at Anderson Field House. Water stations will be provided at locations throughout the race course and at the finish line. T-shirts are guaranteed to all pre-registered runners and to others while supplies last. Plaques will be awarded to the top three male and female runners in various age groups. The cost is $30 for registrations received on or before Feb. 24 and $35 after. Race day registration starts at 7 a.m. at Anderson Field House. Online registration is available at www.active.com. Registration forms can be dropped off at Anderson Field House or mailed to:

Marriage Enrichment Program The Regimental Memorial Chapel’s Marriage Enrichment Program will be held Thursdays, from 6 to 8 p.m. The program is open to individuals who are married or engaged to deployed active-duty, Reserves, National Guard or retired Service members. Free child care will be provided for children ages 11 and under. For more information, contact Mike and Carole Carkhuff at 218-1034 or carkhuffs2@verizon.net.

Army Emergency Relief scholarships Army Emergency Relief offers the following programs to provide educational scholarships to Soldiers’ dependent children and spouses. Maj. Gen. James Ursano Scholarship – The program assists dependent children in obtaining a 4-year undergraduate degree. It is open to children of active-duty Soldiers, retirees, or deceased active or deceased retired Soldiers. Spouse Education Assistance Program – The program assists military spouses in obtaining a 4-year undergraduate degree. It is open to spouses of active-duty or retired Soldiers or the widow(er) of a Soldier who died while on active-duty or while retired. Applications and eligibility criteria are available online at www.aerhq.org/dnn563/Scholarships.aspx. Applicants must apply each year and may receive assistance for up to four academic years as long as they meet eligibility criteria. The application deadline is May 1 for assistance for the following academic year. For more information, contact Tammy LaCroix at (703) 428-0035.

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The Air Force Sergeants Association, the Airmen Memorial Foundation, and the Chief Master Sergeants of the Air Force have come together to grant $1.9 million to dependents of Air Force enlisted members. Dependent youth who have a grade point average of 3.5 or higher and a minimum combined SAT score of 1650 or minimum combined ACT scores of 24 are encouraged to submit an application. All completed application packets must be received at AFSA Headquarters no later than March 31. For more information, visit www.afsahq.org/scolarships.html.

Piano/Voice - 30-minute one-on-one session Drum - 30-minute one-on-one session Guitar - 30-minute one-on-one session Music Studio- Please call to make appointment with the studio engineers Line Dancercise - Mondays and Wednesdays at 5:30 – 7 p.m. Taekwondo - Tuesdays and Thursdays from 7 – 8:30 p.m. Combat Hapkido – Saturdays at 2 - 3 p.m. and Wednesdays, 6:30 - 7:30 p.m. Tang Soo Do - Tuesdays and Thursdays at 5 – 7 p.m. and Saturdays at 11 a.m. - 12 p.m. Do Hap Sool – Mondays at 4 - 6:30 p.m., Fridays at 4 – 7 p.m., and Saturdays at 3:15 – 5 p.m. Quilting – Thursdays, 5:30 – 8 p.m. Tennis - Tuesdays and Thursdays, 6 – 7 p.m. Ladies Power Aerobics – Monday, Wednesday and Friday, 9 – 10 a.m. Photography – Wednesdays, 6 – 7:30 p.m. For more information and class fees, call the Community Commons at 764-2983 or 764-2984.

JBLE AFAF Campaign JBLE’s Air Force Assistance Campaign will run Feb. 2 until March 13, 2015. Please contact your squadron representative to donate to one of the four charities: Air Force Aid Society, General and Mrs. Curtis E. Le May Foundation, the Air Force Village, or the Air Force Enlisted Village. The base goal for this year is $154,189.

1st Maintenance Group Award Banquet The 1st MXG will host the Maintenance Professional of the Year Award Banquet at the 27th Air Maintenance Unit, Hanger 190 on Friday, Mar. 6, 2015. To buy tickets, or for more information call Tech. Sgt. Chris Herrera at 764-4599.

JBLE Tax Center volunteers The 633rd Air Base Wing Legal Office is requesting volunteers for the tax preparation services provided to military members, dependents and retirees. The tax preparation service is offered through the IRS Volunteer Income Tax Assistance Program. In addition to Tax Preparation, we are in need of administrative volunteers to answer telephones, schedule appointments, and greet customers, particularly anyone able to volunteer on a full-time basis. If interested in becoming a volunteer at the Tax Center, please contact the Legal Office at 764-3277 and ask for the Tax Center Volunteer Coordinator.

JBLE Club 357 Joint Base Langley-Eustis Club 357 is a networking group established to provide support and resources to single and dual military members to help them balance being successful military professionals and parents. The club offers group discussions, networking, and activities for families and parents. Meetings are held every fourth Thursday of the month at 11:30 a.m. in the Community Commons. For more information, call Master Sgt. Nashira Stokes at 764-541.

Water Aerobics at Shellbank Fitness Center The Shellbank Fitness Center hosts Water Aerobics classes every Monday and Wednesday, from 5 to 6 p.m. For more information, contact John Siemann at 3250998.

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Scholarships for Military Children available The Scholarships for Military Children Program are at commissaries worldwide or on the internet at www.militaryscholar.org. Applicants must be a dependent, unmarried child, younger than 21---or 23, if enrolled as a full time student at a college or university---of a Service member on active duty, Reserve or Guard member, retiree or survivor of a military member who died while on active duty, or survivor of a retiree. Applications must be turned in to a commissary by close of business Feb. 13, 2015. Packages must be handdelivered or shipped via U.S. Postal Service or other delivery methods, not emailed or faxed. Applicants should ensure that they and their sponsor are enrolled in the Defense Enrollment Eligibility Reporting System database and have a military ID card. The applicant must attend or plan to attend an accredited college or university, full time, in the fall of 2015 or be enrolled in studies designed to transfer to a four-year program. Applicants who are awarded a full scholarship or receive an appointment to one of the military academies or affiliated preparatory schools are not eligible to receive funds from this program. For more information, students or sponsors should call Scholarship Managers at 856-616-9311 or email them at militaryscholar@scholarshipmanagers.com.

Military Tuition Assistance briefing Prior to the first use of Military Tuition Assistance, Service members are required to attend an initial TA briefing to ensure rules, roles and user responsibilities are clearly understood. Currently, the briefings are conducted on the first three Fridays of every month, at 9 a.m., in room 130 at the Education Center. The initial TA briefings will be conducted

each Tuesday at 9 a.m. in room 123 at the Education Center. For more information, contact the Education Center at 764-2962 or 633fss.fsde.eo@us.af.mil.

Let the good times roll at Langley Lanes Langley Lanes has recently added new games, programs and other goodies to their facility: Langley Lanes is offering the Air Force Worldwide Bowling Bowl to Win Program for Youth bowlers. The age categories are 5-9, 10-14, 15-18 and teens 18 years of age who are still in high school are eligible. All games must be bowled at Langley Lanes and cost is $2.00 per game. Automatic bumpers have recently been installed on all 24 lanes. The bumpers will come up automatically for each designated youth bowler and return to normal position for the adult bowlers. The King Pin Kafe’ offers you the opportunity to text in your food order to save some time in your busy schedules, simply text 775-6233 from your device and you will receive a text back with your order number. Our menu can be found at www.jbleforcesupport.com website in the Good Eats section. The game room offers electronic darts with WiFi capabilities for those looking to have some fun or compete with your friends stationed elsewhere. Our pool tables are newly recovered and have the fastest surface to date.

Vehicle Operations weekend closure Beginning Feb. 7, Vehicle Operations will be closed from 10 p.m. on Fridays until 5 a.m. the following Mondays. They will still support previously scheduled runs and stand-by operations, to include Wrecker/Recovery service, Aircrew Support, and real-world emergency situations. However, they will not have any personnel within the dispatch office answering phones or taking requests for transportation support. Please direct all questions or concerns to Tech. Sgt. Daniel Brown, 225-7638 or daniel.brown.21@us.af.mil.

JBLE Job Fair The Joint Base Langley-Eustis Job Fair will take place on Feb. 19, from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Fort Eustis Club. More than 20 employers will be on hand to network and offer employment opportunities. The event is open to active-duty Service members, Reserves, National Guard, Coast Guard, veterans, retirees and military spouses. Job seekers should come dressed for success and bring copies of their resumes. Minor children are not allowed. Visit www.eventbrite.com/event/15049198558/ to preregister. For more information, call 878-4955.

Langley Toastmasters meeting The Langley Toastmasters will meet at noon every second and fourth Wednesday of the month in the Community Commons. For additional information, please contact Senior Airman Marissa McNitt at 225-5610 or Staff Sgt. Shanell Howard at 225-7377.

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African-American History Month Film Fest: In celebration of Black History Month, the museum will host a film festival featuring movies with African-American themes. The following movies will start at 1 p.m. and are free with each day’s paid admission: Feb. 7 – The Tuskegee Airmen Feb. 14 – The Bicycle Corps: America’s Black Army on Wheels Feb. 21 – Glory Feb. 28 – Men of Honor Children’s War Game: The interactive children’s war game, “Dangerous Waters – 1980s Persian Gulf Warfare,” is on Feb. 16 from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Open to children ages 11-16 and recreates Iran and Iraq’s efforts to stop the flow of oil out of the Persian Gulf. The cost is $20 per child. Space is limited and pre-registration is required. To register, call Chris Garcia at 247-8523, ext. 311 or email cgarcia@nnva.gov. The museum is located at 9285 Warwick Boulevard in Newport News. Admission is $6 for adults, $5 for active-duty Service members and senior citizens ages 62 and older, $4 for children ages 7-18, and free for children ages 6 and under. For more information, call 247-8523 or visit www.warmuseum.org.

The Military Aviation Museum will host its seventh annual Valentine’s Hangar Dance on Feb. 14, from 6 to 10 p.m. at 1341 Princess Anne Road in Virginia Beach. Come dressed in your 1940s vintage clothing and enjoy dancing and live music by Terry Chesson’s Jump ‘n Jive Orchestra. Appetizers, hors d’oeuvres and dessert will be provided. Admission is $50 per person. To purchase tickets, visit www.militaryaviationmuseum.org.

Mid-Atlantic Sports and Boat Show Bring the family and join us for the 62nd annual MidAtlantic Sports and Boat Show scheduled for Feb. 6-8 at the Virginia Beach Convention Center at 1000 19th St. Visitors can explore the latest models in boating and sports accessories. Family-friendly activities will include face painting and fishing instruction. Admission is $8 for adults and free for children ages 12 and under. Hours are from noon to 9 p.m. on Feb. 6, from 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. on Feb. 7 and from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m on Feb. 8. For more information, visit www.visitvirginiabeach. com.

Civil War ‘Walk and Talk’ event The York County Parks, Recreation and Tourism office will host a Civil War “Walk and Talk” on Feb. 7, from 10 a.m. to noon at New Quarter Park at 1000 Lakeshead Drive in Williamsburg. The event is free and open to the public. J. Michael Moore, Lee Hall Mansion Civil War historian and curator, will share stories from the Battle of Williamsburg as he leads visitors to the Redoubts 12 and 13 fortifications built to slow the advance of Union troops. For more information, call 890-3500 or 890-5840.

Coastal Virginia Home and Garden Show The Coastal Virginia Home and Garden Show will be held at the Hampton Roads Convention Center at 1610 Coliseum Drive. The event features home and garden experts, exhibits, educational programs, vendors and family activities. Admission is $10 for adults, $8 for military personnel and senior citizens and free for children ages 11 and under. Hours are from 10 a.m. to 8 p.m., Feb. 6-7 and 10 a.m. to 6p.m. on Feb. 8. For more information, visit www.coastalvirginiahomeandgardenshow.com.

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Cabin Fever Concert Series York County and Carrot Tree Kitchens will sponsor the annual winter Cabin Fever Concert Series beginning Jan. 22, at 7 p.m. at the Freight Shed at Riverwalk Landing in historic Yorktown. The concerts are free and open to the public. Audience members can interact with the local musicians during each concert. The schedule is listed below: Jan. 22 – Planet Full of Blues (blues rock) Feb. 5 – Ron Fetner Trio (acoustical and Americana) March 5 – Kim Person and Lana Puckett (folk and country) Advance tickets and reservations will not be offered. Doors will open at 6:30 p.m. and seating is on a firstcome, first-serve basis. For more information, visit www.visityorktown.org or call 890-3500.

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The American Maritime Partnership, in conjunction with the Port of Virginia, will host the Military2Maritime Career Fair on Feb. 17, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Nauticus Half Moone Cruise Center at 1 Waterside Drive in Norfolk. The event is free and open to veterans and separating Service members. To register and for more information, visit www. americanmaritimepartnership.com/militar y2maritime.

The York County Parks, Recreation and Tourism office will host a Civil War “Walk and Talk” from 10 a.m. to noon, Feb. 7 at New Quarter Park at 1000 Lakeshead Drive in Williamsburg. The event is free and open to the public. J. Michael Moore, Lee Hall Mansion Civil War historian and curator, will share stories from the Battle of Williamsburg as he leads visitors to the Redoubts 12 and 13 fortifications built to slow the advance of Union troops. For more information, call 890-3500 or 890-5840.

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NAMI Homefront is a free, 6-session education program for family, friends, and partners of Military Service Members and Veterans with mental health conditions, beginning Jan. 22, from 6:30 p.m. to 9 p.m. at 100 Medical Drive, Hampton, Va. It focuses on the unique needs of military and veteran communities, such as post-deployment and post-discharge transitions. The course is designed to help family members understand and support their loved one while maintaining their own wellbeing. The trained teachers of this course are also family members who have experience with military culture and know what it’s like to have a loved one living with a mental health condition. Classes are free but registration is required. Please call Char Cate at 817-2960 OR Deb Myers at 339-1559 to register.

York County Little League has established a new association to recruit and train Little League baseball and softball umpires for York County. The York County Volunteer Umpire Association (YCVUA) will supply the necessary training to get any volunteer umpire Little League certified for baseball or softball. The YCVUA will use a points base rewards program that can be redeemed for personal umpiring equipment and paying of Little League dues. Anyone in the community wishing to volunteer, should contact our Umpire-In-Charge (UIC) Mike Sears at uic@ycll.net

Norfolk Admirals Military Appreciation Night HirePeninsula 2015 Career Fair The Norfolk Admirals hockey team will host Military Appreciation Night on Feb. 13, at 7:30 p.m. at the Norfolk Scope. The Admirals will play the Syracuse Crunch. Group tickets are $9 each and $11 at the door for members of the military. To purchase tickets, call Sami Hamad at 640-1212, ext. 24 or email sami@norfolkadmirals.com.

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The HirePeninsula 2015 Career Fair will be held Feb. 25 at the Magnuson Hotel at 1000 Omni Boulevard in Newport News. The event is free and open to veterans from 10 a.m. to noon, and to the public from noon to 3 p.m. Job seekers are asked to dress professionally and minor children are not allowed. Job search assistance will be available in addition to workshops

American Red Cross to host blood donations The American Red Cross has released a list of blood donation opportunities in regions across Virginia. Donors of all blood types are needed, especially those with O negative, A negative and B negative. Type O negative is the universal blood type and can be transfused to patients with any blood type. Types A and B negative can be transfused to Rh positive or negative patients. To learn more about donating blood and to schedule an appointment, download the Red Cross Blood Donor App, visit www.redcrossblood.org or call 1-800-7332767.

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**THE MATTRESS FIRM CREDIT CARD IS ISSUED BY WELLS FARGO FINANCIAL NATIONAL BANK. SPECIAL TERMS APPLY TO QUALIFYING PURCHASES CHARGED WITH APPROVED CREDIT. SPECIAL TERMS OF 5 YEARS (60 MONTHS) VALID ON PURCHASES OF $2998 AND ABOVE, 4 YEARS (48 MONTHS) VALID ON PURCHASES OF $2498 AND ABOVE, 3 YEARS (36 MONTHS) VALID ON PURCHASES OF $1998 AND ABOVE, 2 YEARS (24 MONTHS) VALID ON PURCHASES OF $1498 AND ABOVE. THE SPECIAL TERMS APR WILL CONTINUE TO APPLY UNTIL ALL QUALIFYING PURCHASES ARE PAID IN FULL. THE MONTHLY PAYMENT FOR THIS PURCHASE WILL BE THE AMOUNT THAT WILL PAY FOR THE PURCHASE IN FULL IN EQUAL PAYMENTS DURING THE PROMOTIONAL (SPECIAL TERMS) PERIOD. THE APR FOR PURCHASES WILL APPLY TO CERTAIN FEES SUCH AS A LATE PAYMENT FEE OR IF YOU USE THE CARD FOR OTHER TRANSACTIONS. FOR NEWLY OPENED ACCOUNTS, THE APR FOR PURCHASES IS 27.99%. THIS APR MAY VARY WITH THE MARKET BASED ON THE U.S. PRIME RATE AND IS GIVEN AS OF 10/1/14. IF YOU ARE CHARGED INTEREST IN ANY BILLING CYCLE, THE MINIMUM INTEREST CHARGE WILL BE $1.00. OFFER VALID 2/11/15-2/16/15. ***TO UNLOCK COUPON ON INSTAGRAM/TWITTER TURN PRIVACY SETTINGS PUBLIC OR VISIT #SLEEPHAPPY SIGN-UP TAB ON FACEBOOK AND ENTER EMAIL ADDRESS TO UNLOCK COUPON. #SLEEPHAPPY COUPON IS REDEEMABLE FOR FREE DELIVERY ON PURCHASES OF $498.99 AND ABOVE. VALID FOR AVAILABLE PRODUCTS IN LOCAL DELIVERY AREAS. *LIMIT ONE COUPON PER MATTRESS SET PER ORDER. APPLIES TO ADVERTISED SET PRICE AND MUST BE PRESENTED PRIOR TO FINALIZED SALE. MAY NOT BE COMBINED WITH ANY OTHER DISCOUNT, COUPON, GROUPON OR SPECIAL OFFER, NONREFUNDABLE, MAY NOT BE USED ON PREVIOUS PURCHASES, AND HAS NO CASH VALUE. OFFERS EXPIRE 2/16/15. †††BONUS COUPON VALID ON PRESELECTED MATTRESS SETS ONLY AND CANNOT BE TRANSFERRED TO ANY OTHER MATTRESS SETS. BONUS COUPON NOT VALID ON TWIN MATTRESS SETS. SALE PRICE ADVERTISED REFLECTS COUPON SAVINGS PLUS BONUS COUPON SAVINGS AND CANNOT BE COMBINED WITH ANY OTHER COUPONS AND/OR OFFERS. †*BUY NOW, BEFORE 2015 PRICING INCREASES TAKE EFFECT AND SAVE UP TO $200 ON SELECT TEMPUR-PEDIC® MATTRESS SETS (MATTRESS + FOUNDATION, MATTRESS + TEMPUR-UP™ FOUNDATION OR MATTRESS + TEMPUR-ERGO® COLLECTION BASE). MAXIMUM SAVINGS OF $200 REQUIRES PURCHASE OF A TEMPUR-CONTOUR™ RHAPSODY BREEZE OR TEMPUR-CONTOUR™ ELITE MATTRESS SET. SAVE $100 ON TEMPUR-CONTOUR ™ RHAPSODY LUXE, TEMPUR-CONTOUR™ SUPREME, TEMPUR-CLOUD® ELITE AND TEMPUR-CLOUD® SUPREME MATTRESS SETS. 2015 PRICING STARTS 3/3/15. SEE STORE FOR DETAILS. DOLLAR SAVINGS RANGE FROM $100-$200. WE INVITE YOU TO ASK ABOUT ANY INDIVIDUAL PRICES. PRODUCT AND SELECTION MAY VARY FROM STORE TO STORE. PHOTOGRAPHY IS FOR ILLUSTRATION PURPOSES ONLY AND MAY NOT REFLECT ACTUAL PRODUCT. MATTRESS FIRM, INC. STRIVES FOR ACCURACY IN OUR ADVERTISING, BUT ERRORS IN PRICING AND/OR PHOTOGRAPHY MAY OCCUR. MATTRESS FIRM RESERVES THE RIGHT TO CORRECT ANY SUCH ERRORS. SOME PRODUCTS ARE AT THE MANUFACTURER’S MINIMUM SELLING PRICE AND FURTHER REDUCTIONS CANNOT BE TAKEN. STORE HOURS MAY VARY BY LOCATION. OFFERS VALID 2/11/15-2/16/15 OR WHILE SUPPLIES LAST. *†SEE STORE FOR COMPLETE DETAILS. MF2_MILITARY_2.12_VA