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Motorcycle safety: Think safe, ride free By Staff Sgt. Stephanie R. Plichta 633RD AIR BASE WING PUBLIC AFFAIRS

“I remember seeing pictures of his bruised body and cracked helmet.” U.S. Air Force Staff Sgt. Ashley Smith, 633rd Air Base Wing safety technician, said that experience shaped her beliefs and ideas on motorcycle safety. “Ten years ago, [my father] woke up in the hospital after being in a coma for two days,” said Smith. “[He] was hit by a truck that ran a red light. A helmet saved his life.” For Joint Base Langley-Eustis riders, the potential for a life-changing accident to occur can be lessened through proper classes. The 633rd ABW Safety Office motorcycle safety program, along with Department of Defense-sponsored Green Knights Military Motorcycle Club, emphasizes the importance of wearing personal protective equipment and being aware of other motorists while on the road. In 2012, Air Combat Command reported 90 motorcycle mishaps and eight fatalities. In 2013, ACC reported 42 motorcycle mishaps and one fatality to date. JBLE reported 16 percent of those ACC mishaps in 2012 and 5 percent in 2013. While the number of motorcycle mishaps has decreased, Service members should continue to remain vigilant. To help educate Service members and continue to decrease mishaps, the 633rd ABW Safety Office offers program options for motorcycle riders. For riders who complete the Basic Rider Course, the 633rd ABW Safety Office provides the Basic Rider Course 2, as well as a motorcycle safety representative course. BRC-2 is designed for riders who want to improve their current skills or desire a refresher course. It mirrors real-life situations that challenge riders to improve their technique and maneuvers while reinforcing fundamentals.

Master Sgt. Harold Joe, 633rd ABW Safety Office superintendent, is actively involved with the program and mishap investigations. “From what I see in mishaps, it’s all about risk management,” said Joe. “Realistically, it all boils down to making the right decisions at the right time.” According to the safety office, there are no related factors in previous or recent motorcycle mishaps. Photo by Staff Sgt. Stephanie Plichta With a goal of minimum mishaps, bi- Members of the Green Knights Military Motorcycle Club ride their motorcycles at Langley Air annual education meetings that teach the Force Base, Sept. 26. Service members from all branches, their families and Department of Denewest information are held by motorcycle fense employees are eligible to join the Department of Defense-sponsored motorcycle club. safety representatives at JBLE. Representatives relay safety messages throughout Dwyer has been riding for 12 years and there are motorcyclists on the road could their units and assist the safety office with offers some advice so people can know ex- prevent an accident,” said Dwyer. “Motoreducating new and experienced riders. actly what goes into becoming a motorcy- cyclists are out there; look for them.” For more information on the motorcycle Because of her experience, Smith, a safety cle rider. representative and active motorcycle pas“New riders often buy a bike that’s too safety program or how to become a mosenger, stresses the importance of riding much motorcycle for them,” said Dwyer. torcycle safety representative, contact the safely to all motorcyclists. Smith is also a “Start slow, buy a smaller and lighter bike 633rd ABW Safety Office at 764-5058. For more information about the Green member of the Green Knights Military Mo- that you can maneuver easily and try to Knights MMC, e-mail GKMMC@gmail. torcycle Club, which she says helps solidify find an experienced rider to mentor you.” the importance of being safe while riding. Motorists and motorcyclists are equally com or visit www.greenknightsmmc.org. situaThe Green Knights MMC is a club for responsiblee for maintaining sit r reness, military members, DOD civilian employ- tional awareness, said Dwyer. ees and dependents whose intent is to The sizee of a motorcycle d mentor one another while practicing safe- makes it difficult for the avveer to see. Motorists riding habits. erage driver m member Master Sgt. William Dwyer, 1st Aircraft should remember when looking e ehicles to also look for Maintenance Squadron hot-refueling pro- for other vehicles e es. gram manager, is the Green Knights MMC motorcycles. When dr driving riving near motorcychapter 48 president. y said it is important yer Dwyer, familiar with all motorcycle cer- clists, Dwyer in n a safe distance. The tifications and regulations, says there are to maintain c could result many details Service members forget when slightest contact in serious injury for the ridthey decide to purchase a motorcycle. “There’s more to riding than just buying er. Drivers should also treat a [motorcycle],” said Dwyer. “Aside from motorcycles e as a full-sized es lllowing them the cost of the motorcycle, insurance and vehicle, allowing h on the hts registration, there are several other things equal rights you need to consider. You need to buy road. “Just taking k king the good [PPE] which could cost upwards of on nd to $1,000. It’s a big investment, but it’s how extra second check and see s if to stay safe.”

“New riders often buy a bike that’s too much motorcycle for them. Start slow, buy a smaller and lighter bike that you can maneuver easily and try to find an experienced rider to mentor you.” — U.S. Air Force Master Sgt. William Dwyer 1st Aircraft Maintenance Squadron hot-refueling program manager

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The Army organization that transforms civilian volunteers into Soldiers and leaders welcomed a new deputy commanding general Friday, Nov. 21. U.S. Army Training and Doctrine Command transferred responsibility of Initial Military Training from Maj. Gen. Bradley W. May to Maj. Gen. Ross E. Ridge in a ceremony at its headquarters in Fort Eustis. The ceremony also signified a change of senior commanders at Army Element at Fort Eustis. The ceremony presented a valuable opportunity to recognize the accomplishments of the team that leads one of the most agile formations within TRADOC, said Gen. Robert W. Cone, TRADOC commanding general. “The dedicated Soldiers and civilians of IMT transform our nation’s sons and daughters into trained Soldiers, physically and mentally prepared to serve at their first unit,” he said. “Oftentimes, that unit is deployed or deploying overseas into a combat environment. Accomplishing this awesome responsibility is no small task. It requires an innovative, dedicated and hard-working team. From the drill sergeants in basic combat training to the staffs and instructors responsible for some of the most sophisticated technical training in the world, we have consistently seen IMT create Soldiers who are the envy of the world.” May was at IMT’s helm for 21 months, and during that time he initiated a baseline Soldier physical readiness study to identify physical requirements for all Soldiers to complete warrior tasks and battle drills, which are the fundamental combat skills in which all Soldiers must be proficient. He also reinstated the Master Fitness Trainer Course to enhance Soldiers’ physical readiness. Master fitness trainers are certified advisers that facilitate unit-level physical training.

“I look forward to serving as your DCG and being able to transform the young men and women entrusted into IMT’s care into Soldiers who we will all be proud of.” Photos by Airman 1st Class Austin Harvill

U.S. Army Gen. Robert Cone, left, Training and Doctrine Command commanding general, presents Maj. Gen. Bradley May, former Initial MilitaryTraining Center of Excellence deputy commanding general, a certificate of retirement during a change of responsibility and retirement ceremony at Fort Eustis, Nov. 22. Maj. Gen. Ross Ridge, above right, will replace May as the IMT deputy commanding general.

Additionally, May expanded current policies to eliminate conditions that may place trainees at greater risk for misconduct in order to ensure a safe and secure environment for enlisted initial-entry training Soldiers. “We are truly losing one of the class act leader-developers in our Army today,” Cone said. “He will leave big shoes to be filled, not just in IMT, but in the armor-cavalry community for all he has done and the standards he has set. I think of him as the quintessential servant leader, selfless leadership has been his hallmark.” A separate retirement review in honor of May’s 33 years of service followed the change of responsibility ceremony. In recognition of his accomplishments, May received the Distinguished Service Medal at the ceremony. When he took the podium for his retirement remarks, he chose not

to reflect upon his 33 years of service, but rather the final 21 months of his career. “It’s fitting that my career ends while serving in an assignment where initial military training begins,” May said. “It’s been extremely rewarding being part of the organization whose mission is to transform civilian volunteers into Soldiers, who are responsible for defending what we hold so near and dear to our hearts -- our freedom.” Following retirement, May will return to his hometown in Shreveport, La. Ridge, the incoming deputy commanding general, is reporting from the Pentagon, where he served as the Army Office of the Inspector General deputy. Ridge’s previous assignments include a tour in Kabul, Afghanistan, where he served as Task Force 2010 director during Operation Endur-

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ing Freedom and chief of staff for the Strategic Effects Directorate of MultiNational Force - Iraq. Ridge is not a newcomer to TRADOC or the initial military training environment. He previously served as the 47th commandant of the Field Artillery School and chief of Army Field Artillery at Fort Sill, Okla. Ridge views his assignment as a privilege afforded him once again. As DCG for IMT, Ridge is responsible for standardizing, refining and assessing training for initial entry Soldiers, recently commissioned and appointed officers, and warrant officers at 23 installations across the United States. “I look forward to serving as your DCG and being able to transform the young men and women entrusted into IMT’s care into Soldiers who we will all be proud of and who will dutifully represent our Army and our nation in time of war and peace,” Ridge said.

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Tell Me a Story: An ‘odd’ tale for special families By Staff Sgt. Ciara Wymbs 633RD AIR BASE WING PUBLIC AFFAIRS

More than 30 military families gathered for a storytelling event at General Stanford Elementary School at Fort Eustis, Nov. 21, to share messages of family resiliency and promote literacy. The event, “Tell Me a Story,” was hosted by the Military Child Education Coalition as a way to bring awareness to the ever-changing lives of military families, how to make connections and where to find support along the way. The TMAS program, which began in 2005, is an initiative created to empower military children by using relatable literature and stories. The featured book, “Odd Velvet,” written by Mary E. Whitcomb and read by U.S. Army Lt. Gen. Keith C. Walker, Army Capabilities Integration Center deputy commanding general, told the story of a little girl who reminds readers that friendship can sometimes be found in the oddest places and shows them being different can be viewed in a positive light. “Military children are ‘different,’ just as Velvet is,” said Happy Garner, MCEC Parent-to-

Parent team lead. “It is important for military families to understand those differences [are what] make us special.” After the reading, children and their parents were invited to enjoy snacks, then created a paper-apple craft related to the story and held a discussion where the participants explored aspects of military life, such as family separations and the fears of moving to a new location. According to Garner, the books chosen for the events are selected for content, literary value and illustrations. All books read during TMAS highlighted resiliency and optimism. TMAS is also an interactive program for parents by creating an atmosphere for them to actively encourage their children to become strong readers. “This program creates a sense of community,” said Jessica Scholes, wife of Col. Michael Scholes, from Joint Task Force Civil Support. “It lets me know we are all one big family. For the children, it’s like an extended family.” Every family in attendance received a copy of the featured book, signed by Walker. For more information on MCEC, visit www.militarychild.org.

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U.S. Army Lt. Gen. Keith C. Walker, Army Capabilities Integration Center deputy commanding general, reads “Odd Velvet” to children during the “Tell Me a Story” event at General Stanford Elementary at Fort Eustis, Nov. 21. The TMAS program began in 2005 as a way to empower military children by using relatable literature and stories.

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Sarah Hopkins performs during the final Operation Rising Star competition at Fort Eustis, Nov. 1. After winning the competition, Hopkins was chosen to represent Joint Base Langley-Eustis as one of the top 12 competitors in the contest’s national live finals at Joint Base San Antonio,Texas.

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After winning the Operation Rising Star competition at Fort Eustis Nov. 1, Sarah Hopkins was chosen to represent Joint Base Langley-Eustis as one of the top 12 competitors in the contest’s national live finals at Joint Base San Antonio, Texas. Hopkins will compete for two weeks beginning Nov. 30, said Sherri Noland, 733rd Force Support Division marketing chief. Operation Rising Star, hosted by the U.S. Army, is an annual singing competition similar to television shows such as “American Idol” and “The Voice,” in which 50 percent of the voting comes from audience response, and the other half is based on the decision of a panel of judges. Beginning Dec. 8, each competition will be available for the general public to view and vote for their favorite performer online at www.OpRisingStar.com. The semifinals will be available Dec. 10 and 12, and the winner will be revealed Dec. 14. Hopkins, the daughter of U.S. Army Reserve Master Sgt. Carroll Hopkins, 3rd Battalion, Army Reserve Careers Division area leader, won first-place in Fort Eustis’ installation-level competition. She said she is “very excited and grateful about being selected,” and feels “it’s quite an honor.” She recalled barely being able to contain her excitement when she received notification of her selection on her mobile phone while out shopping. SEE STAR PAGE 9

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Warm turkey, savory stuffing, rich green bean casserole -- and don’t forget pumpkin pie. With the holiday season on the horizon and all of the food that comes along with it, it is important to know what, and how much, we are eating. Many people often overlook healthy eating habits during the holidays, potentially packing on pounds for the new year. By following a few helpful tips, maintaining a healthy lifestyle can be easier than some may think. U.S. Air Force Capt. Ann Wilkins, 633rd Medical Group clinical dietetics chief, suggests planning and cooking as ways to maintain current body composition, explaining healthy eating habits and food preparation should be practiced yearround, not just during the holiday season. With the hustle and bustle of the holidays, Wilkins suggests not skipping meals in order to avoid overindulging. “Some people skip meals in order to allow ‘room’ for that big dinner, or party and as a result, wind up overindulging more than if they had eaten healthy meal prior [to the event],” said Wilkins. “Being prepared for unexpected situations will reduce rash decisions and unhealthy choices. Carrying a healthy snack, such as mixed nuts or a protein bar, can satisfy hunger until the next meal, reducing weight-gain.” While grocery shopping, make sure to eat a snack as people tend to buy more when they are hungry, said Wilkins. Eating a balanced meal or snack before shopping, and every three to four hours, typically improves weight loss and reduces unplanned eating. “Our bodies are like a high-performance vehicle. If you put bad fuel in a Ferrari, it isn’t going to run well,” said Wilkins. “Sim-

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The hustle and bustle of the holidays can cause people to skip meals, which can lead to overindulging. U.S. Air Force Capt. Ann Wilkins, 633rd Medical Group chief of clinical dietetics, advises holiday diners to eat a balanced meal or snack every three to four hours to improve weight loss and reduce unplanned eating.

ilarly, if you put bad fuel into your body, it will not run as well as you would like it to.” A helpful guideline for cooking healthier versions of comfort foods is to find alternative ingredients, such as baking with healthier oils or oil replacements like sugarfree applesauce, said Wilkins. If recipe alteration is not an option, smaller portions can also support healthy choices. “Options such as stuffing or macaroni and cheese baked in a muffin cup will produce a tasty, [and healthier], individual portion,” said Wilkins. Portion control is important when trying to stay in shape, said Wilkins. Each meal

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should include protein, vegetables, fruits and a grain, which should each be the size of a small fist. By simply controlling portions and holding true to basic healthly eating choices, you can prevent overeating, she said. “Sometimes, even when we control por-

tions we graze due to distractions; reducing the feeling of being full,” said Wilkins. “When you eat too fast you can barely remember what you ate. Enjoy your meal and save some for leftovers instead of [eating] all at one time. It is easy to get off track during the holidays. We want to fill the plate but by remembering that we can go back for leftovers in three to four hours will allow us to control our portions and what we intake.” Maintaining health through the holiday season is important, and planning physical activities is a fun and healthy way to spend time with one another, said Wilkins. Standing while visiting, taking family walks or playing a football game in the backyard are all ways to get exercise during the holiday season. “We should think of the holidays as ‘weight maintenance,’” said Wilkins. “Overcoming all the challenges of delicious comfort foods and being able to maintain your weight is a huge accomplishment. I recommend you allow yourself to indulge but control the portion and have it be a part of your balanced meal.” Traveling or hosting family from out of town also shouldn’t prevent diners from making healthy choices, she said. If it does change them, let it be the exception, not the rule. Healthy habits and a healthy body composition is a lifelong journey, said Wilkins. With these helpful tips, being healthy during the holidays can be easy, allowing health and fitness goals to stay on track and get a jump on next year’s resolutions. The Health and Wellness Center at Langley Air Force Base offers portioncontrol plates to assist with healthier eating practices. Each meal should include protein, vegetables, fruits and a grain, with each serving approximately the size of a small fist. Photo by Senior Airman Brittany Paerschke-O'Brien

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STAR FROM PAGE 7 “I was in [a store] when I got the e-mail [on my phone],” she said. “I was so happy I started dancing and calling people. My best friend Kate dropped what she was doing and came to congratulate me.” Since that day, Hopkins said she has been touching up on her skills by singing as much as she can while balancing homework and studying. The 20-year-old is currently enrolled in the liberal arts program at J. Sargeant Reynolds Community College in Richmond, but she won’t let that prevent her from chasing the ORS title. “The competition does interfere with school, but the trip actually falls during my final weeks of classes and final exams,” said Hopkins. “My teachers are working with me so I can finish the majority of my work before I go, then finish the rest after I return.”

Participants run across the flightline during the “Gobble Wobble” 5K race at Langley Air Force Base, Nov. 22.The 5K took participants from the Bayview Commonwealth Center through base housing and across the flightline.The race was held by the Langley First Sergeants Council to collect donations for Operation Warmheart, an outreach program that supports military families in need during the holiday season. Photo by Staff Sgt. Jarad A. Denton

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NOVEMBER 29, 2013 David Malpass, 733rd Civil Engineer Division assistant energy manager, demonstrates how T-5 lights are controlled by a batteryless, wireless control panel at Fort Eustis, Nov. 18.The control panel turns off or dims lighting when not in use, saving energy and money. Photo by Staff Sgt. Ashley Hawkins

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Each year, approximately $108 billion is spent on energy nationally, according to the Environmental Defense Fund. During the current adverse economic times, members of the 733rd Civil Engineer Division at Fort Eustis are moving forward with plans to reduce costs and conserve energy. According to Peter Phan, 733rd CED energy manager, the unit has initiated three energy-saving performance contracts, or ESPCs, as a way to improve energy management and save money installation-wide. To fund the contracts, the 733rd CED implemented three Department of Defensemandated delivery order phases, which provide no extra cost to the government. Fort Eustis has reportedly saved approximately $5.8 million from the energy-saving measures so far, allowing the unit to contract more projects. “The government will call in an ESPC contract [for a company], who will borrow money from a bank to install the energy-saving initiative,â€? explained Phan. “We pay them monthly to install the initiatives out of savings from the utility bills, guaranteeing the costs will [decrease]. After the contract is done, if the energy bill costs more money, the company will have to make it up out of their pocket.â€? The ďŹ rst ESPC was funded by Delivery Order 1, which began in 2008 and consisted of replacing lighting ďŹ xtures, such as T-8 lights, to increase energy efďŹ ciency. “The T-8 lights are a type of uorescent light bulb that reduces about 50 percent of

The 733rd Civil Engineer Division has initiated three Energy-Saving Performance Contracts that have has reportedly saved approximately $5.8 million so far from the energysaving measures, allowing the unit to contract out more projects. energy use,� said David Malpass, 733rd CED assistant energy manager. “Before that, we used T-12 lights, which produce the same amount of light, but used more energy.� The second contract, also funded by DO-1, is the replacement of boilers and chilled-water systems, or chillers, which produce cold water that is circulated throughout facilities instead of using chemicals, and replacing direct digital controls, DDCs, which control the entire system from a computer. Also within the second ESPC project, which was funded by DO-2 and began in 2009, is the installation of solar-tracking skylights and indoor swimming pool covers, among other projects. The skylights are based off of the photovoltaic system, which uses the sun as a power source. “[The system is] very unique because the solar skylight is on the roof itself,� said Phan. “When solar light comes in it tracks the sun, so when the sun moves, the light in the building always stays in the same spot. Without that, you’re going to have light [in one place] in the morning and light [in another] in the afternoon.� SEE ENERGY PAGE 11

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Solar-tracking skylights are seen installed on the roof of hangar 2418 at Fort Eustis, Nov. 18. The skylights save energy by using the sun as a power source to track its movement, enabling Soldiers to utilize illumination from the sun as a source of indoor lighting throughout the day.

ENERGY FROM PAGE 10 Along with the solar skylights, a building lighting system is being integrated to turn off or dim lights when there is enough sunlight in the room. The pool covers keep heated water warm when it is not in use, requiring less energy to maintain the water temperature. The second delivery order also funded the decentralization of the main boiler plant, which produces steam to heat several buildings throughout the installation, and a current project, which includes external sealing of buildings to reduce the amount of air transferred inside and outside the building. According to Phan, because the buildings are far away from the main boiler, it is difficult and expensive to maintain. “It costs a lot of money [to heat buildings] because the steam lines leak and constantly need repairing,” said Phan. “The plan is to shut down the main boiler and place individual heating systems and smaller boilers into each building.” The third delivery order is in the process to fund more boiler and chiller replacements and the installation of solar skylights. Phan said the initiatives bring Fort Eustis closer to the 733rd CED’s goal to reduce energy usage by 30 percent and water usage by 16 percent by 2015. Phan continued to say the 733rd CED’s mission is to provide quality engineering, planning, operations, environmental and fire emergency services to Fort Eustis and the energy management team has planned ahead with current and future energy projects to make sure they are doing their part, while saving funds. “The initial work is complete, as far as getting it to the point where we start saving energy with [the measures],” said Malpass. “In the next 16 years, the contractor will come out on a yearly basis and perform maintenance and verification. That’s how they justify showing how much was saved, compared to if they didn’t install the measures.”

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ABOVE:The Fort Eustis Army Support Activity Survivor Outreach Services hosted the third annual “Thanks for Giving” potluck social at the 733rd Mission Support Group headquarters at Fort Eustis, Nov. 21. Local Girl Scouts served dinner to approximately 70 family members of fallen Service members, known as “Gold Star families.” BELOW: U.S. Army Col.William Galbraith, 733rd Mission Support Group commander, provides opening remarks during the third annual “Thanks for Giving” potluck social at the 733rd MSG headquarters at Fort Eustis, Nov. 21.

“They understand. They know where you’re coming from and they know the pain, the heartache, the grieving process.” Patricia Duncan, Pershing Child Development Center child youth program assistant, knows what it feels like to lose a family member who served in the military. To show support for the surviving families, the Fort Eustis Army Support Activity Survivor Outreach Services hosted the third annual “Thanks for Giving” potluck social at the 733rd Mission Support Group headquarters at Fort Eustis, Nov. 21. The event gave approximately 70 family members of fallen Service members, known as “Gold Star families,” the chance to interact with others who share the same experience while taking time to celebrate their Service members’ sacrifices, said Rochelle Crockett, SOS support coordinator. “For family members who have lost their loved ones, the holidays are usually when it really hits them they’re missing that person at the table,” said Crockett. “Even if they

“For family members who have lost their loved ones, the ho olidays are usually when it really hits them they’re missin ng that person at the table. This is a great opportunity for uss to get the family members together and thank them for giiving the ultimate sacrifice.” — Rochelle Crockett Survivor Outreach Services support coordinator

ha ave progressed through the journeey of grief, they tend to have a setba ack when Thanksgiving, Christmas m and the new year come. This is a great opportunity for us to get th he family members together and th hank them for giving the ultimate sa acrifice.” According to Crockett, the Th hanksgiving potluck is one of the many m ways SOS demonstrates the Arrmy’s commitment to providing su upport and standardized services to “Gold Star families,” by reassu uring them they are linked to the Arrmy family for as long as they desirre. The event kicked off with opening remarks from U.S. Army Col. William W Galbraith, 733rd MSG

commander, followed by blessings from U.S. Army Chap. (Col.) Dean Bonura from the Regimental Memorial Chapel. After the blessing, families enjoyed contributions from post organizations including the Morale, Welfare and Recreation center, United Service Organization, U.S. Army Training and Doctrine Command band, and local community organizations. A member from the Santas of America organization handed out toys to children as they ate and the local Boys and Girls Scouts performed during a talent show after dinner. According to Crockett, the event continues to grow every year, with

last year bringing in more than 59 participants. “We all care about each other because we’ve all felt [the pain]. It’s camaraderie and it’s therapy,” said Duncan. “It’s not like talking to someone who [doesn’t understand] you – you’re speaking to someone who has walked in your shoes. “You feel like you’ve known them for years because you can communicate so well with them,” she continued. “It’s not a stranger, it’s a friendly face; it’s someone who understands.” This is one of the many reasons Crockett said she organizes the event each year. She said it’s not just her job -- she cares. “Losing a mother or sibling in a way is still not the same when you’ve lost them due to their military service,” she said. “I give them respect because I have not walked in their shoes, so I’m going to make sure I can do everything I can to connect them with each other and make sure [our] community does not forget their ultimate sacrifice. I owe that to them.” For more information, call Crockett at 878-3887 or Mark Sowers at 878-3963.

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The U.S. Army Training and Doctrine Command band performs holiday music during the talent show portion of the third annual “Thanks for Giving” potluck social at the 733rd Mission Support Group headquarters at Fort Eustis, Nov. 21. The show was held to provide entertainment and moral support for ‘Gold Star families” who lost loved ones who served in the military.

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Kencie McDougall, daughter of a fallen U.S. Army Soldier, performs ballet during the talent show. The event drew nearly 70 participants, compared to 59 last year and 42 in 2010, with volunteers ranging from the United Service Organization, Marriot Hotels and even a family who traveled from San Diego.

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Each year, more than 30,000 people will answer the nation’s call by enlisting or accepting a commission in the U.S. Air Force. Some of these new Airmen may serve one term, taking on new challenges after their time in uniform, while others may spend more than 30 years working their way up the chain of command and leading the force. Some Airmen may no longer choose to serve on active duty, but may not be prepared to leave the service behind. The Air National Guard offers these Airmen the opportunity to continue serving part-time while pursuing new opportunities in civilian life. ANG Airmen serve with a wing in the state of their choice, attending drill one weekend each month and participating in two weeks of training each year. “Some Airmen have even explained how they want to be closer to home,� said U.S. Air Force Master Sgt. Sylvia Kirchner, Langley Air Force Base ANG in-service recruiter. “There are [ANG] units in all 50 states, Washington, D.C., Guam, Puerto Rico and the Virgin Islands. The options are there to serve across the entire country.� Airmen may pursue a career in the ANG through one of two programs: Palace Front or Palace Chase.

Palace Front According to Kirchner, the Palace Front program allows Airmen approaching the end of their active-duty service commitment to make a smooth transition into the ANG with no break in service. The member is guaranteed a secured part-time position with an ANG unit of their choice before separating from active duty. Kirchner will help applicants locate the closest ANG units of their choice and desired Air Force Specialty Code (AFSC). Members may choose to cross-train to other AFSCs based on Armed Services Vocational Aptitude Battery (ASVAB) scores and medical eligibility. Palace Front applicants may also be eligible for a $20,000 incentive bonus if they enlist in particular AFSCs.

Even Airmen who have not received a career job reservation (CJR) and are ineligible to reenlist in their AFSC may be eligible for the Palace Front program, Kirchner explained. Airmen interested in the Palace Front program must meet the following requirements: â– Must have current Air Force ďŹ tness assessment score of 75 percent or better. â– Must not be on a medical proďŹ le. â– Must have current physical health assessment and dental assessment. â– Must receive an honorable discharge with a qualifying reenlistment code. â– Must have a valid security clearance.

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Why go ANG? Kirchner said transitioning to the ANG allows Airmen to retain beneďŹ ts they became accustomed to while on activeduty, including access to Exchanges, commissaries, base ďŹ tness centers, and morale, welfare and readiness (MWR) facilities. Additionally, Airmen can continue to use space-available travel, Servicemember’s Group Life Insurance, Thrift Savings Plan, Montgomery G.I. Bill and Post-9/11 G.I. Bill beneďŹ ts, and can retire after 20 total years of military service, which includes earned active-duty service. By taking advantage of their military beneďŹ ts, ANG Airmen can start the next chapter of their lives, begin or continue their college education, start a new full-time career or dedicate time to their families, all while serving their state’s ANG unit. Senior Airman Christopher Mastroianni, a Connecticut ANG 103rd Medical Group bioenvironmental engineer, formerly served on active duty with the 377th Aerospace Medicine Squadron at Kirtland AFB, N.M. Wanting to move back to New England and complete the two years remaining for his bachelor’s degree in order to apply for commissioning, Mastroianni sought Kirchner’s assistance, using the Palace Chase program to realize his educational and professional goals. “I really enjoyed my active-duty time and wanted to stay in, but as I started learning more, I realized I could take on roles with a bigger impact,â€? Mastroianni said. He successfully transitioned to the Connecticut ANG and used his G.I. Bill beneďŹ ts to continue his education. “It may have been easier to stay active-duty and ride the waves as they were presented to me, but I’m glad I transitioned, because it was the necessary step to move forward in the direction I wanted,â€? Mastroianni said. For more information about opportunities in the ANG, contact Kirchner at 764-9995 or e-mail sylvia.kirchner.1@us.af.mil.

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Effective Oct. 1, the 633rd Civil Engineer Squadron implemented a preventative maintenance initiative to replace corrective maintenance on LangleyAir Force Base.The policy requires routine inspections of equipment and facilities to maintain mission-capable status.

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The 633rd Civil Engineer Squadron implemented a new facility maintenance initiative at Langley Air Force Base beginning fiscal year 2014. Initiated by Air Combat Command, the policy prolongs the lifespan of equipment and facilities on base while saving money. According to Todd Barnes, 633rd CES deputy operations flight chief, the Air Force began to conduct research and evaluate how successful some large private sector companies maintained equipment and facilities to reduce spending. The research showed practicing preventative maintenance decreased the need for corrective maintenance, and because of that, the 633rd CES was ready to design a new maintenance strategy. “It’s better to be proactive with preventative maintenance than reactive with corrective maintenance,” said Barnes. “This new policy will allow us to save money by fixing problems in advance, rather than waiting until the problem occurs.” The engineers are responsible for deciding what level of preventative maintenance is required for each facility or piece of equipment, as well as what the

“We wanted to develop a new strategy that will optimize limited resources in order to maximize our ability to take care of our mission partners’ requirements. The preventative maintenance policy is more cost effective, and will help us down the road.” — Todd Barnes 633rd CES deputy operations flight chief inspection process timetable should be, Barnes said. Once they finalize the inspection process, engineers annotate facility and infrastructure requirements on maintenance action sheets; a basic checklist for inspectors. “We wanted to develop a new strategy that will optimize limited resources in order to maximize our ability to take care of our mission partners’ requirements,” explained Barnes. “The preventative maintenance policy is more cost effective, and will help us down the road.” SEE INITIATIVE PAGE 17

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INITIATIVE FROM PAGE 16 Barnes said he holds a weekly meeting to keep track of facility statuses and reviews upcoming inspections. The engineers can keep track of the scheduled maintenance inspections by viewing their database. Along with the new policy, Barnes introduced the new priority-based work order system. Each facility is designated a priority level based on its importance to the overall mission. Barnes ensured that although some buildings may be more mission critical, each building will receive the required maintenance needed to stay operable. Although the new maintenance policy means engineers will inspect the facilities routinely, U.S. Air Force Capt. Hans Winkler, 633rd CES chief of operations engi-

neering, still expects facility managers to report faults and areas of concerns. “We still need people to report issues with the facility and perform their general requirements as facility managers,” said Winkler. “They need to identify work that needs to get done. Eventually, this process will get Langley to a point where equipment and facilities have less problems.” According to Barnes, the 633rd CES has been successful in pushing the new ACC initiative. He says engineers and technicians have been efficient at adapting to this new policy change, which is reflected in the better management of resources. “There may not be a noticeable impact right away, but it’s a smarter use of our resources,” said Barnes. “We’re taking a step forward for everything to run smoothly over the long run.”

NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARINGS The Military Compensation and Retirement Modernization Commission will conduct public hearings on Dec. 2 and 3 at the Norfolk Waterside Marriott at 235 E. Main St. in Norfolk.The commission seeks the views of Service members, retirees, their beneficiaries and other interested parties regarding pay, retirement, health benefits and quality-of-life programs of the uniformed services. The commission will hear from senior commanders and senior enlisted advisors from local military commands, unit commanders and their family support groups, local medical and education community representatives, and dining facilities, grocery and other quality-oflife organizations. These meetings will be accessible to members of the general public including individuals with disabilities. The commission is required pursuant Section 673 of the National Defense Authorization Act, Fiscal Year 2013 (Pub. L. 112-239, 126 Stat. 1787 2013, “NDAA FY 13”), to conduct public hearings in order to solicit comments on the modernization of the military compensation and retirement systems. These hearings are being conducted as a part of a series of public hearings the commission will conduct across the United States and on select military installations internationally. In addition to public hearings and due to the essential need for input from the beneficiaries, the commission is accepting and strongly encourages comments and other submissions on its website, www.mcrmc.gov. Each public hearing will be transcribed and placed on the commission’s website.

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General Smalls Inn reservations Service members may now reserve rooms for visiting family at the General Smalls Inn. Reservations can be made 30 days in advance, and standard rooms have no reservation limit. Family suites may only be reserved up to three days. For more information or to make a reservation, call 9695777 or e-mail generalsmallsinn06@yahoo.com.

Holiday Card Lane Contest The 15th annual Holiday Card Lane Contest is ongoing through Jan. 3 at the Transportation Museum’s fence on Washington Boulevard. All Joint Base Langley-Eustis units, agencies and private organizations are invited to submit entry cards that best symbolize the holiday season. This year’s theme is “Unity in Diversity.” The first place winner will receive a $100 gift certificate, second place will earn $75 and third place will earn $50. Judging will begin on Dec. 11, and an awards ceremony is scheduled for 11 a.m. Dec. 13 at the museum’s auditorium. For more information, call 878-3638.

Fall clean up The Joint Base Langley-Eustis community will conduct fall clean up from Nov. 30 through Dec. 6. Organizations and Soldiers are asked to clean their areas of responsibility in accordance with the following schedule: ■ Nov. 30 to Dec. 1 – Housing areas. ■ Dec. 2 to Dec. 6 – Common areas, unit sponsored areas, barracks and work areas.

Holiday Rooms Program Sponsored by the Virginia Peninsula Chamber of Commerce’s Military Affairs Council and local area innkeepers, the program features free hotel or motel rooms on the peninsula for immediate family members of Service members E-1 through E-6 from Dec. 23 to Dec. 26. The annual Holiday Rooms Program is open to active-duty personnel from all services stationed at peninsula installations. Immediate family members include parents, in-laws, children, siblings and their children and grandparents who live out of town. Service members’ families are responsible for all gratuities and incidental charges incurred. Applications are available at 633rd Air Base Wing Public Affairs in Bldg. 705 on Washington Blvd. in suite 147. Applications must be completed in full with a supervisor’s signature and returned to 633 ABW Public Affairs by Dec. 4. For more information, contact Vicki Bowker at 878-4920.

Federal benefits open season The 2013 Open Season for federal civilian appropriated fund employees is ongoing through Dec. 9. During this period, eligible employees can enroll, cancel or make changes to health, dental, vision and flexible spending accounts. For more information on federal health benefits plans, rates or additional resource materials, visit www.opm.gov. Army employees can contact Nicolas Graham at the Civilian Employee Advisory Center at 878-2538. Air Force employees can contact Vonda Reid at the 633rd Force Support Squadron Personnel office at 878-0661.

Exchange ‘e-Receipt’ Program Tree-lighting ceremony The Senior Commander Army Element will host the annual Christmas tree-lighting ceremony at 5 p.m. Dec. 6 at Seay Plaza. The event will include music, free food and beverages, and make-and-take holiday crafts. The inclement weather location is Wylie Theater. For more information about the ceremony, call Carlton Williams at 878-6880.

Dinner for families of deployed Military families experiencing deployment or other duty-related separation are invited to attend a free dinner from 5:15 to 7 p.m. Dec. 10 at the Regimental Memorial Chapel. The schedule is as follows: ■ 5:15 p.m. – Welcome. ■ 5:30 p.m. – Dinner. ■ 6 to 7 p.m. – Craft and game time for children ages 3 1/2 and older. ■ 6:10 to 7 p.m. – Adult fellowship. Free child care will be provided after dinner for kids ages 3 1/2 and younger. The next dinner is scheduled for Feb. 11. For more information about the dinner for families of deployed, contact Carole Carkhuff at 218-0871 or e-mail carkhuffs2@verizon.net.

Trees for Troops The Trees for Troops event will take place at 9 a.m. Dec. 11 at the covered pavilion on Schultz Place, next to the Reserve Center. Free Christmas trees will be given to active-duty military and their family members on a first-come, first-serve basis. All participants must present valid identification. Personnel will be present to help anyone needing assistance. For more information about theTrees forTroops event, call 878-2002/1718.

Prescription medication refills McDonald Army Health Center’s Internal Medicine Clinic now offers prescription medication refills by telephone. Eligible beneficiaries can call 314-7500, ext. 44020, and leave the following information: first and last name, sponsor’s full social security number, name of primary care manager, active telephone number and name, dose and frequency of medications needed. Medications will be ready for pick-up in two business days for calls placed before 1 p.m., and three business days for calls placed after 1 p.m. Some prescription medications may not meet the criteria for refill via telephone. For more information about prescription medication refills, contact your primary care manager.

Ammunition Supply Point inventory Appointments will not be accepted during the Fort Eustis Ammunition Supply Point’s scheduled inventory Dec. 3-6. For more information, contact Chief Warrant Officer 5 Carolita Green at 878-1330.

The Fort Eustis and Langley Exchanges have launched an “e-Receipt” program for customers, where shoppers can opt to have their receipts e-mailed to them, rather than receive a paper copy. To enroll, shoppers can provide their e-mail address and phone number at the checkout counter. For more information, call 887-0293.

Army Community Service Army Community Service classes and workshops for December will include: ■ Baby and Me Play Group – 10 to 11 a.m. Thursdays, at Bldg. 501, Madison Ave. ■ Credit Reporting, Scores and Debt Management – 9 to 10 a.m., Dec. 3 and 17. ■ DevelopingYour Financial Plan – 9 to 10 a.m., Dec. 10. ■ Effective Resume Writing – 9 a.m. to noon, Dec. 20. ■ Federal Employment – 10 a.m. to noon, Dec. 19. ■ Financial ReadinessTraining – 11:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m., Dec. 20. ■ Installation Volunteer Advisory Council – 10 to 11:30 a.m., Dec. 4. ■ Job Search Strategies – 10 to 11 a.m. Mondays. ■ Managing Your Checking Account – 8:30 to 9:30 a.m., Dec. 19. Unless otherwise noted, classes and briefings will take place in Bldg. 650, Monroe Ave. For more information, call 878-3638.

Fee-free Exchange layaway The Fort Eustis and Langley Air Force Base Exchanges will waive the $3 processing fee for all layaway purchases through Dec. 24. Shoppers can place computers, laptops, notebooks and tablets on layaway through Dec. 16, with Black Friday weekend excluded. A deposit of 15 percent is required to start the layaway process. For more information, visit the customer service desk or call 887-0293 or 766-1282.

Community Events Council The Joint Base Langley-Eustis Community Events Council will meet from 10 to 11:30 a.m. Dec. 18 at the Fort Eustis Club. The council serves as a communication link to increase awareness for community residents concerning initiatives, programs, activities and facilities. All Soldiers, spouses and civilians are invited to attend. For more information, contact Donna Cloy at 878-3042 or Sharon Rector at 878-3129.

Kuder Journey career planner Kuder Journey is an online career and transition system designed for military members to address educational and career goals. Learn about your interests, skills and work values, and use the results to build a personal career plan, explore occupational interests and prepare for future success. To create an account, visit dantes.kuder.com. For more information, contact the Bateman Army Education Center at 878-2083, ext. 221.

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Holiday Rooms Program Sponsored by the Virginia Peninsula Chamber of Commerce’s Military Affairs Council and local area innkeepers, the program features free hotel or motel rooms on the peninsula for immediate family members of Service members E-1 through E-6 from Dec. 23 to Dec. 26. The annual Holiday Room Program is open to active-duty personnel from all services stationed at peninsula installations. Immediate family members include parents, in-laws, children, siblings and their children, and grandparents who live out of town. Service members’ families are responsible for all gratuities and incidental charges incurred. Rooms are assigned on a first-come, first-served basis and limited to one room per military member. For more information or to register for the Holiday Rooms Program, e-mail 633abwpa.mt@us.af.mil.

Travel vouchers available on MyPay Tree-lighting ceremony The Langley Air Force Base Chapel will host a Christmas tree-lighting ceremony at 6 p.m. Dec. 3. The event will include Christmas carols at the Langley Chapel and refreshments at the chapel annex following the lighting. For more information about the ceremony, call 7647847 or e-mail Ioan.dumitrascu@langley.af.mil.

Langley USO move The Uniformed Services Location of Hampton Roads is moving from their location in the Langley Community Center. A location has yet to be determined, but more information will be released when it becomes available.

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Beginning Dec. 1, copies one and four of the DD Form 214 hard copy will no longer be mailed to Service members. The policy will only affect forms filed at the Air Force Personnel Center-Total Force Service Center. For individuals who are on terminal leave beginning before Dec. 1, hard-copy DD Form 214s will still be mailed. For more information, contact Staff Sgt. Darlene Rust at 574-5611 or 1st Lt. Robert Washburn at 574-8598.

The Langley commissary is now scanning customers’ Department of Defense identification cards at checkouts. By scanning ID cards, the Defense Commissary Agency will no longer need to maintain customer information in its computer systems. For more information, visit tinyurl.com/mbe5swk.

Langley tech expo A free technology expo will be held from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Dec. 4 at the Langley Club. More than 20 exhibitors will demonstrate the latest in cybersecurity, data center infrastructure, test equipment and more.

Airmen’s Attic accepting donations The Airmen’s Attic is accepting gently used donations. Housewares, kitchen items, linens and clothing are needed, and items such as large couches, mattresses or box springs will not be accepted. The Airman’s Attic will not accept broken furniture. For more information, call 764-1363.

King Street construction Traffic flow outside the King Street Gate at Langley Air Force Base will change due to continuation of the city of Hampton’s North King Street Corridor Improvement Project. For the safety of the workers and the public, one lane in each direction will be closed while installation of a center lane and sewer improvements occur, and the improvements are estimated to take four months to complete. Commuters are advised to follow the work signs, drive slowly and consider taking an alternate route if possible.

Awana Program Langley Chapel will hold its Awana Program every Wednesday from 6 to 8 p.m. now through May 14, 2014 at the Langley Bethel Family Housing Youth Center at Langley Air Force Base. Children between ages 3 and 18 are invited. The program will offer participants the opportunity to socialize with like-minded peers. For more information, call 764-1070.

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Travel vouchers paid by means other than the Defense Travel System (DTS) will now be available in MyPay. Travelers with MyPay accounts will receive email notification advising the vouchers are available. For more information, call the 633rd Comptroller Squadron Financial Services Office at 764-3333.

Military Order of the Purple Heart luncheon The Military Order of the Purple Heart Chapter 607 will hold a holiday-season luncheon at Ginny’s Buffet Restaurant at 4724 George Washington Memorial Highway in Yorktown at noon Dec. 14. Membership in the MOPH is open to Purple Heart recipients and associate membership is available to immediate family members of a living or deceased recipients. For more information, call Robert Fairchild at 7236502 or visit www.purpleheart.org.

Emergency Control Center relocated The Security Forces Emergency Control Center (ECC) has moved from the Fire Department in bldg. 367 to the Base Defense Operation Center at Herron Hall, bldg. 355. For more information, call 764-5091.

Santa Claus is coming to the Airman and Family Readiness Center for pictures with Exceptional Family Member Program families from 5 to 7:30 p.m. Dec. 6 at the AFRC. RSVP by Nov. 29 by calling 7643990.

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The Company Grade Officers’ Council is hosting an Angel Tree Program. The tree is on display at the Exchange and gift tags are available for shoppers interested in donating. The council will meet at the Langley Chapel Annex at 5 p.m. Dec. 9 and 5 p.m. Dec. 11 at the Langley base theater to wrap presents. For more information about the program, call 2256660 or e-mail jasmine.chapman@langley.af.mil.

Langley Lanes Fall League bowling season registration for men and women is currently open. There are four divisions based on age groups for youths at the Saturday Youth Leagues bowl. There are also daily lunch specials for $1.50 per person per game, and participants will receive a $3 shoe rental for purchases over $3 in the Kingpin Kafe. “Open bowling” specials will be held daily. For more information, contact the Langley Lanes Bowling Center at 764-2433.

‘Teaching as a Second Career’ briefing Troops to Teachers will hold a “Teaching as a Second Career” briefing at the Langley Air Force Base Education Center from 11:30 a.m. to noon Dec. 10. The program may offer military members a $5,000 stipend to pay for approved teacher licensure programs at accredited colleges and participants may also be eligible for a $10,000 bonus. For more information, call the TTT office at 6833327 or visit www.odu.edu/troopstoteachers.

Hispanic Heritage committee meetings The Hispanic Heritage committee meets the second and fourth Wednesday of each month at 2 p.m. in the Langley bowling alley activities room. For more information, contact Master Sgt. Jose Perez at 7641735 or the Equal Opportunity Office at 764-5878.

The Langley African American Heritage Council meets the third Thursday of each month at 11:30 a.m. in the Enlisted Lounge. For more information, contact Master Sgt. Alvin Harris at 764-4410.

Shipment of classified cargo Langley personnel are reminded that in accordance with AFI 24-203, paragraph 5.13.1.3., Transportation Officers (TO) must process all “CLASSIFIED” freight shipments for the base unless the TO establishes other arrangements. For more information, contact Ray Twine at ray.twine@langley.af.mil.

Wednesday Morning Bible Study Military Ministries sponsors Morning Bible Study from 6:15 to 7:15 a.m. each Wednesday at the Langley Chapel Annex auditorium. For more information, contact Joe Shirey at 7645527 or william.shirey.ctr@langley.af.mil, or Chuck Macri at 928-7220 or chuck.macri@militaryministry. org.

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Hampton Lighted-Boat Parade More than 20 boats are expected to participate in the 25th annual downtown Hampton Lighted-Boat Parade scheduled for 7:15 p.m. Dec. 7. The event is free and open to the public, and will be visible from anywhere along the Hampton River. Spectators who want to listen to the narration should find a spot near the Hampton Maritime Center at 710 Settlers Landing Road. Individuals interested in riding on the “Miss Hampton II” tour boat should make reservations by calling 722-9102. A contribution of an unwrapped toy is requested, and all toys will be donated to Toys for Tots. Free parking is available throughout the downtown area. For more information, visit www.hampton.gov/parks.

‘Holiday Happening’ concert

‘Holiday Lights at the Beach’ Illuminated festive fish, dolphins, porpoises and more will be displayed at Virginia Beach’s annual “Holiday Lights at the Beach” through Jan. 1. There will be a “12 Days of Christmas” display along with Santa, elves and a 40-foottall Christmas tree. Cash-only admission is $12 per car Monday through Thursday, and $15 per car Friday through Sunday and holidays. Active-duty military will receive a 50 percent discount Monday nights through Dec. 30. Hours are 5:30 to 10 p.m. Sunday through Thursday and 5:30 to 11 p.m. Friday and Saturday. All vehicles must enter through the main entrance on Second Street. For more information, visit www.beachstreetusa.com.

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The 21st annual Celebration in Lights will take place through Jan. 1 at Newport News Park located at the intersection of Fort Eustis Boulevard and Jefferson Avenue.The drivethrough holiday event features more than 800,000 individual lights that create animated holiday scenes. Admission is $10 per car and $60 per bus. Cash, credit cards, and checks made payable to the City of Newport News will be accepted. Advance gift tickets may be purchased at the Newport News Visitors Center at 13560 Jefferson Ave. Event hours are 5:30 to 10 p.m. Sunday through Saturday. For more information, call 926-1400.

The U.S. Air Force Heritage of America Band will present the “Let It Shine” holiday concert from 7 to 9 p.m. Dec. 3 at Hampton High School at 1491 W. Queen Street in Hampton. The event is free and open to the public, and tickets are available online at www.heritageofamericaband.af.mil/events. Ticket holders are requested to be seated by 6:45 p.m. and non-ticket holders will be seated at this time. For more information about the holiday concert, visit www. heritageofamericaband.af.mil.

‘Hollydazzle’ at City Center Newport News Parks, Recreation andTourism will present its 10th annual “Hollydazzle” holiday event from 6 to 9 p.m. Dec. 6 in City Center at Oyster Point. The free family event will feature make-and-take holiday crafts, dance performances, musical entertainment, strolling performers and lighting of a 45-foot Christmas tree. The “Fountains of Light Show” special effects fireworks will take place at 8:45 p.m. Food and beverages will available for purchase. Free parking will be available at the City Center Merchants Walk and Fountain Way parking garages, and free continuous handicapped-accessible shuttle bus service will be available to and from the CanonVirginia satellite parking lot andTodd Stadium. The rain date for the fireworks show will be 6:30 p.m. Dec. 7. For more information, call 926-1400 or visit www.nngov. com/parks-and-recreation.

Virginia Living Museum ■ Star of Wonder: Mystery of the Christmas Star – A show featuring the journey of the Magi will be played at the museum’s digital planetarium theater through Dec. 31. The show offers an immersive look into the journey of the Magi, while examining the latest clues about the appearance of the Star of Bethlehem. Days and times vary, and the cost is $4 in addition to regular museum admission. ■ Laser Holidays – Get into the holiday spirit with music of the season and dazzling laser effects through Dec. 31. Enjoy classic holiday favorites including Burl Ives’ “Rudolph the Red-nosed Reindeer,” and modern hits like RandyTravis’ “Jingle Bell Rock.” Recommended for ages 6 and above, and days and times vary.The cost is $4 in addition to regular museum admission. The Virginia Living Museum is located at 524 J. Clyde Morris Boulevard in Newport News. Hours are 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., Monday through Saturday and noon to 5 p.m., Sunday. For more info, call 595-9135 or visit www.thevlm.org.

Christopher Newport University will host its 22nd annual holiday concert, “Holiday Happening,” at 4 p.m. Dec. 8 at the Ferguson Center for the Arts in Newport News. Admission is $5 per ticket, with a maximum of four per family. Tickets are available at the Ferguson Center Ticket Office, online at fergusoncenter.ticketforce.com or by calling (855) 337-4849. After the concert, the public is invited to attend the “Lighting of the Lawn” at 6 p.m. on the Great Lawn; tickets are not required.

Hampton Holly Days Parade The 2013 Hampton Holly Days Parade is scheduled for 7 p.m. Dec. 14 in downtown Hampton.The event is free and open to the public. This year’s theme is “Joy to the World,” and will feature floats, bands, military marching units, drill teams and Santa Claus. The parade will travel from City Hall to Darling Stadium. For more information, call 727-8311 or visit www.hampton.gov/parks.

AAATow to Go Program AAA Tidewater Virginia’s Tow to Go Program is available through 6 a.m. Jan. 1. The program’s goal is to get individuals and their vehicle home safely during the holiday season. Free towing is provided in the Hampton Roads area for members and non-members. Motorists can call 6311700 to receive both the free tow and ride home. Reservations are not allowed and service will be provided to the requesting individual only.

MacArthur Center ice skating Family skating is back at MacArthur Center’s ice skating rink through Jan. 20 at the corner of Monticello Avenue and Freemason Street in Norfolk. Regular admission is $6 for skating and $6 for skate rental, and all prices include tax. Military personnel and their family members will receive $1 off admission.The facility offers discount and season skating passes, a children’s rink, hockey skates, birthday party packages and broomball equipment. To make group reservations for 15 or more people, call 314-4409. For skate session days and times, visit www.shopmacarthur.com.

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Norfolk Admirals ‘slice ice’ for Service members at annual appreciation night By Airman 1st Class Victoria H. Taylor 633RD AIR BASE WING PUBLIC AFFAIRS

The Norfolk Admirals minorleague hockey club hosted the fifth annual Military Appreciation Night at the Norfolk Scope ice arena in downtown Norfolk, Nov. 22. Military members from the local community enjoyed discounted admission to the game and an opening presentation from the Naval Station Norfolk color guard. U.S. Navy Command Master Chief Anthony Evan Adams, NAVSTA Norfolk command master chief, kicked off the event by dropping the puck in front of more than 5,000 fans who attended the matchup between the Admirals and the Portland Pirates. The event also featured a rendition of the national anthem by local middle school students and an interactive intermission showcase that gave Service members in attendance the chance to win prizes. Service members expressed their appreciation of the team’s acknowledgment of their commitment to the nation.

Photo by Airman 1st Class Victoria H. Taylor

“As a Service member, I strive to give back to our community,” said U.S. Air Force Airman 1st Class Zack Tanner, 83rd Network Operations Squadron cybersystems operator. “By having events like these, it lets me know that the community supports and recognizes my ser-

vice, and that’s a great feeling.” The Admirals gave fans a thrilling game, defeating the Pirates 4-3 in overtime. “It’s definitely a privilege to be part of an event like this,” said Tanner. “It’s an honor to be a [member] of such a welcoming community.”

ABOVE: The Naval Station Norfolk color guard presents the colors during the NorfolkAdmirals MilitaryAppreciation Night hockey game in Norfolk, Nov. 22.This is the fifth annual military appreciation night hosted by the Norfolk Scope ice arena. LEFT: Players scramble to take control of the puck during the third period.The NorfolkAdmirals hosted the Portland Pirates at the Norfolk Scope ice arena and won the game 4-3 in overtime at the MilitaryAppreciation Night hockey game in Norfolk.

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Members of Fort Eustis’ leadership and their family members cut the ribbon to celebrate the opening of a new privately-owned weapons range at Fort Eustis, Nov. 22. The range’s hours of operation are Monday through Saturday from 8 a.m. to 30 minutes before sunset.

The 733rd Force Support Division hosted a ribbon-cutting ceremony to celebrate the grand opening of a privately-owned weapons range at Fort Eustis, Nov. 22. According to Sherri Noland, 733rd FSD marketing chief, the range will allow active-duty Service members, retirees, Department of Defense personnel and their dependents to fire personally-owned firearms without the need to travel far or pay extensive fees at off-base facilities. The location of the new range is currently used as a training area by military and security forces personnel for mission requirements and is accessible to patrons when training or range maintenance is not is session. “It is a part of doing more with less,” said U.S. Army Col. William Galbraith, 733rd Mission

Support Group commander. “We have to think of ways to act with existing infrastructures and make sure we’ve got our military community fulfilled with great activities. Now we can give our [Service members] and civilians a facility to utilize their weapons on their own time.” Patrons must register their weapons with the 733rd Security Forces Squadron and complete a range safety class held by Fort Eustis Outdoor Recreation. Upon completion of the class, all members are required to obtain an Air Force form 483, Certificate of Competency, prior to using the range. The range is open Monday through Saturday from 8 a.m. to 30 minutes before sunset. Authorized users are permitted to sponsor one individual at a time to accompany them to the range. The annual fee is $30. For more information, contact Fort Eustis Outdoor Recreation at 878-2610.

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*HOW TO QUALIFY: 1.BE IN CURRENT ACTIVE DUTY STATUS IN THE U.S. MILITARY (NAVY, ARMY, AIR FORCE, MARINES, NATIONAL GUARD, COAST GUARD AND ACTIVE RESERVE) OR A U.S. MILITARY INACTIVE RESERVE (I.E., READY RESERVE) THAT IS PART OF THE INDIVIDUAL READY RESERVE, SELECTED RESERVE AND INACTIVE NATIONAL GUARD. RETIRED MILITARY PERSONNEL ARE NOT ELIGIBLE. 2.PROVIDE VERIFIABLE PROOF OF MILITARY STATUS OR ACTIVE SERVICE AT THE TIME OF PURCHASE: LEAVE AND EARNING STATEMENT OR MILITARY IDENTIFICATION CARD. 3.RECEIVE A SALARY SUFFICIENT TO COVER ORDINARY LIVING EXPENSES AND PAYMENTS FOR YOUR TOYOTA. 4.RECEIVE CREDIT APPROVAL THROUGH A TOYOTA DEALER AND TOYOTA FINANCIAL SERVICES. INCENTIVE OFFERED BY TOYOTA MOTOR SALES, U.S.A., INC. ON LEASE CONTRACTS INCENTIVE MUST BE APPLIED TOWARD THE AMOUNT DUE AT LEASE SIGNING OR TOWARD THE CAPITALIZED COST REDUCTION. ON FINANCE CONTRACTS, INCENTIVE MUST BE APPLIED TOWARD THE DOWN PAYMENT. ONE INCENTIVE PER FINANCE OR LEASE TRANSACTION. NOT COMPATIBLE WITH THE TOYOTA COLLEGE GRADUATE INCENTIVE PROGRAM. FINANCE OR LEASE CONTRACT MUST BE DATED BY JANUARY 2, 2013 FOR INCENTIVE OFFER. THE MILITARY INCENTIVE PROGRAM IS SUBJECT TO CHANGE OR TERMINATION AT ANY TIME. OFFERS ON APPROVED CREDIT TO QUALIFIED CUSTOMERS THROUGH A PARTICIPATING TOYOTA DEALERSHIP AND TOYOTA FINANCIAL SERVICES. TERMS, CONDITIONS AND RESTRICTIONS APPLY, INCLUDING A MAXIMUM TERM OF 60 MONTHS ON FINANCE CONTRACTS. PROGRAM IS AVAILABLE AT PARTICIPATING DEALERS IN MARYLAND, VIRGINIA, WEST VIRGINIA, PENNSYLVANIA, AND DELAWARE; AND MAY NOT BE AVAILABLE IN ALL STATES. NOT ALL APPLICANTS WILL QUALIFY. SEE PARTICIPATING DEALER FOR DETAILS. **0% AND APR FINANCING UP TO 60 MONTHS AVAILABLE TO QUALIFIED BUYERS THRU TOYOTA FINANCIAL SERVICES. TOTAL FINANCED CANNOT EXCEED MSRP PLUS OPTIONS, TAX AND LICENSE FEES. 60 MONTHLY PAYMENTS OF $16.67 FOR EACH $1000 BORROWED. NOT ALL BUYERS WILL QUALIFY. †PURCHASERS CAN RECEIVE CASH BACK FROM TOYOTA OR CAN APPLY CASH BACK TO DOWN PAYMENT. ††FINANCE INCENTIVE FROM TOYOTA ON NEW 2013 CAMRYS (EXCLUDING HYBRIDS) IN ADDITION TO 0% APR FINANCING WHEN VEHICLE IS PURCHASED AND FINANCED THROUGH TOYOTA FINANCIAL SERVICES. ON FINANCE CONTRACTS, INCENTIVE WILL FIRST BE APPLIED TO THE DOWN PAYMENT. ONE INCENTIVE PER FINANCE TRANSACTION. FINANCE INCENTIVE IS AVAILABLE ON APPROVED CREDIT TO QUALIFIED CUSTOMERS THROUGH TOYOTA FINANCIAL SERVICES. SEE DEALER FOR DETAILS. †††PRIUS LIFTBACK DUE AT SIGNING INCLUDES $2,800 DOWN FIRST $199 PAYMENT, AND NO SECURITY DEPOSIT; RAV4 DUE AT SIGNING INCLUDES $2,780 DOWN FIRST $219 PAYMENT, AND NO SECURITY DEPOSIT; AND COROLLA DUE AT SIGNING INCLUDES $2,220 DOWN FIRST $179 PAYMENT, AND NO SECURITY DEPOSIT. NOT ALL CUSTOMERS WILL QUALIFY. TAX, REGISTRATION, INSURANCE, AND DEALER FEES ARE EXTRA. CUSTOMER IS RESPONSIBLE FOR EXCESSIVE WEAR AND EXCESS MILEAGE CHARGES OF $.15 PER MILE IN EXCESS OF 36,000 MILES. YOUR PAYMENT MAY VARY BASED ON DEALER PARTICIPATION AND FINAL NEGOTIATED PRICE. 2013 PRIUS LIFTBACK MODEL 1223, MSRP $24,995. 2013 RAV4 2WD 4 CYLINDER AUTOMATIC MODEL 4430, MSRP $24,295. 2014 COROLLA 4 CYLINDER AUTOMATIC MODEL 1852, MSRP $19,110. xPLUS $500 LOYALTY CASH INCENTIVE FROM TOYOTA ON NEW 2013 RAV4 LEASE WITH TOYOTA TRADE IN. CUSTOMERS CAN RECEIVE A $500 INCENTIVE FROM TOYOTA UPON LEASING A NEW 2013 RAV4 AND TRADING IN A TOYOTA VEHICLE. INCENTIVE CAN BE TAKEN AS CASH BACK FROM TOYOTA OR CAN BE APPLIED TOWARD AMOUNT DUE AT LEASE SIGNING. ONE INCENTIVE PER TRANSACTION. INCENTIVE IS AVAILABLE ON APPROVED CREDIT THROUGH TOYOTA FINANCIAL SERVICES. NOT ALL CUSTOMERS WILL QUALIFY. SEE DEALER FOR DETAILS. xx$500 CASH BACK FROM TOYOTA ON NEW 2013 CAMRY, CAMRY HYBRID, PRIUS LIFTBACK 9EXCLUDING PLUG-IN), PRIUS V, PRIUS C, RAV4, HIGHLANDER, HIGHLANDER HYBRID, AND SIENNA. CUSTOMERS CAN RECEIVE $500 CASH BACK FROM TOYOTA OR CAN APPLY TO DOWN PAYMENT. SEE DEALER FOR DETAILS.***TOYOTACARE COVERS NORMAL FACTORY SCHEDULED SERVICE. PLAN IS 2 YEARS OR 25K MILES, WHICHEVER COMES FIRST. THE NEW VEHICLE CANNOT BE PART OF A RENTAL OR COMMERCIAL FLEET, OR A LIVERY/TAXI VEHICLE. SEE PARTICIPATING TOYOTA DEALER FOR PLAN DETAILS. VALID ONLY IN THE CONTINENTAL U.S. AND ALASKA. ROADSIDE ASSISTANCE DOES NOT INCLUDE PARTS AND FLUIDS. OFFERS DO NOT INCLUDE DEALER FEES. OFFERS END 12/02/13.