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Summit Assistance Dogs seeks grant for veterans program By K ATHY REED

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ummit Assistance Dogs in Anacortes would like to expand its program and residents of North Whidbey Island can lend a hand. The nonprofit company, which trains hearing and mobility assistance dogs for people with disabilities, is one of 36 candidates vying to get the most votes in Walton Beverage’s local Pepsi Refresh Project. The nonprofit that gets the most votes will receive a $10,000 grant from the beverage distributor to fund a startup project. Summit would use the money to fund its newest program, which currently has the working title “Serving Our Soldiers,” or S.O.S., which would provide service dogs for wounded soldiers or those suffering from Post Traumatic Stress Disorder. “We want to use that money to kick off S.O.S. marketing and outreach,” said Erik Mann, development associate with Summit Assistance Dogs. “It would also help us to create screening guidelines, establish policy and procedure for training the dogs and acquire breeding stock and dogs to start training.” “The local Pepsi Refresh Project is our take on the national project, and is our way of rewarding and giving back to nonprofits in our area who are really coming up with innovative and refreshing ideas,” said Kaitlin Isle, marketing and special projects coordinator with Walton Beverage. “Nonprofits are really working hard to generate innovative ideas that are pushing our communities ahead and creating important programs. It’s great to hear the things they would do if they had extra funding.” Isabelle is a 1-year-old Golden Retriever being trained as a service dog Summit was founded in 2000 by Sue Meinzinger. The through Summit Assistance Dogs. The agency is trying to win a grant nonprofit organization does not charge for its dogs and to start a service dog program for veterans. KATHY REED/WHIDBEY CROSSWIND relies solely on grants, fundraising and private contributions. Puppy raisers volunteer to take the puppies into their homes when they are about 8 weeks old and work with them for up to a year and a half, bringing them to Summit’s headquarters on Christianson Road in Anacortes regularly to work with professional trainers. The training process takes about two years, at which point the dogs are carefully matched with applicants. Meinzinger said the emerging need for service dogs for veterans with PTSD is huge. “There is a big enough need that the Veterans Administration has a three-year study being conducted to study what the effects of service dogs are on veterans with PTSD,” she said. “If they determine they are valuable, they could possibly start making funding available.” Much of the training for the S.O.S. dogs is the same as its training for other service dogs, Meinzinger said. There are currently about 40 dogs in the program. Summit graduates about eight to ten dogs each year. “Our graduation rate currently is about one in four, meaning that for every four dogs in the training program, only one will successfully complete it,” said Mann. “Our standards are strict and we’re looking for special dogs.” Often dogs that aren’t selected to complete the program are simply too energetic or too active for their handlers. That is something that wouldn’t necessarily be a problem for a veteran with no physical disabilities, opening the door for more dogs to complete

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Army general to helm Chinook investigation By JIM GARAMONE

American Forces Press Service

WASHINGTON — Army Brig. Gen. Jeffrey Colt will conduct the investigation of the crash of a CH-47 Chinook helicopter in Afghanistan that killed 38 U.S. and Afghan service members, U.S. Central Command officials announced Tuesday. Colt, deputy commanding general of the 101st Airborne Division, will begin his duties immediately. Marine Corps Gen. James N. Mattis, the Central Command commander, appointed Colt. Officials in Afghanistan believe a Taliban rocket-propelled grenade shot down the

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THIS EDITION Fleet Support Unit officer in charge retires.........pg. 2 New leader for the Lancers of VAQ-131 .................pg. 2 IDIPIC sponsors evening of improv ...................pg. 3 Sarah Smiley: Fish first, then a dog .....................pg. 4

Dual ceremony for Fleet Support Unit 10 By K ATHY REED

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t was a day of endings and new beginnings Friday for Commander, Patrol and Reconnaissance Wing 10 Detachment Fleet Support Unit at Naval Air Station Whidbey Island. A dual ceremony was held Friday morning in Hangar 6, commemorating the Change of Charge from Cmdr. Stephen Ruscheinski to Cmdr. Matthew Kennedy and marking Ruscheinski’s retirement from the Navy. Capt. Peter Garvin, commander of Patrol and Reconnaissance Wing 10, was the guest speaker for the event. Garvin said it was difficult to describe in an unclassified setting all that the men and women of FSU-10 do to defend freedom. “They are the quiet, often unseen warriors that keep us one step ahead of our adversaries,” Garvin said. Garvin had high praise for Ruscheinski, telling guests and family members Ruscheinski leaves behind a legacy of service of which his family can be proud. “He did none of this for glory, but because it was an honor, because it was ‘the right thing to do,’” said Garvin. “I have always believed the measure of success as a unit is a direct reflection of its leader. The men and women of FSU-10 are exceptionally well-trained.” Both Garvin and Ruscheinski mentioned the strides FSU-10 has made in integrating the Littoral Surveillance Radar System within the 3rd, 5th and 7th Fleet. The LSRS operates from P-3C Orions and can be used to track targets on land or at sea. “It has not been easy,” Ruscheinski said. “If you notice, there are no FSU personnel standing at the back of the hangar today, because most are deployed.” New officer-in-charge Kennedy credited Ruscheinski for paving the way to a busy future for the detachment of 25 active duty personnel and six civilian staff members. “Because of the hard work and countless hours you put in, we are becoming more popular,” said Kennedy. “I think we’re going to be very busy for the next couple of years.” After the orders had been read and the change of charge was complete, it was time for Ruscheinski’s 20 years in the Navy to come to an end. In an emotion-filled voice, he thanked his parents, Adolph and Susan, for giving him the drive to succeed.

(Above) Cmdr. Matthew Kennedy speaks during a Change of Charge ceremony for FSU-10. (Right) Capt. Peter Garvin, right, presents Cmdr. Stephen Ruscheinski with a certificate of retirement. (Far right) Cmdr. Ruscheinski is piped ashore with his wife, Katie, and their sons, Jack and Luke. KATHY REED/WHIDBEY CROSSWIND

“For the past 20 years, I’ve tried to exceed my father’s standard instead of the Navy’s, which is high,” said Ruscheinski. “As a new father in my 40s, I now understand that I didn’t raise myself like I thought I did at 14.” Ruscheinski also thanked his fellow officers and members of FSU-10, and offered words of encouragement to his successor. “It has been an honor to serve with each and every one of you,” he said. “I know full well you will take care of the program and take care of the people. I give you my best wishes for success and hope you enjoy every moment.” In a career that spanned 20 years, Ruscheinski said he had many favorite moments and memories, but said there

wasn’t time to recount them all. Following the presentation of retirement certificates, personnel performed the traditional “Old Glory” flag presentation, passing the folded flag ceremoniously from one to another, until it was finally presented to Cmdr. Ruscheinski. Requesting permission, Ruscheinski was piped ashore for the last time, symbolizing the end of his naval career. “Every step is a new step in an uncharted direction,” Ruscheinski said before the ceremony ended. “The decision to retire is never easy, but I am at complete peace. By the grace of God I now go ashore with those I love the most.”

New leader for the Lancers Formal ceremony for VAQ-131 By K ATHY REED

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Electronic Attack Squadron (VAQ) 131 pulled out all the stops for its 44th Change of Command ceremony held last Friday at Naval Air Station Whidbey Island. Leadership changed hands from Cmdr. Thomas Huerter to Cmdr. Stephen Flaherty, as the men and women of VAQ-131 stood in formation at the back of Hangar 9. Because of deployments and other duties and assignments, the Lancers

of VAQ-131 had not had a full, formal Change of Command ceremony since November, 2007. Personnel wore dress whites and the ceremony opened with the sounds of the Bellingham Bagpipes. Guest speaker for the event was Capt. Sterling Gilliam, commanding officer, Navy Reserve Officer Training Corps Unit at George Washington University, located in the nation’s capital. “Today is a special day, away from the heat, humidity and political hot air of Washington, D.C.,” Gilliam said in his opening remarks. “It’s good to be surrounded by so many familiar faces. It’s most rewarding to be back in the VAQ community where I grew up.” Gilliam had high praise for Huerter and his succes-

sor, saying they had hard jobs, but had done them well, improving the VAQ community and allowing it to thrive. “Naval aviation is a team sport,” he said. “Tom Huerter is the consummate team player. It is impressive what this squadron has accomplished.” Gilliam said both Huerter and Flaherty had managed to find the balance necessary in their professional and personal lives to make them successful. “They are fine examples of teamwork and grace under pressure,” said Gilliam. “Thanks to these two, the ‘never say die spirit’ is alive and well in VAQ-131.” The outgoing commander had high praise for his Lancer team. “No man is an island,”

Cmdr. Stephen Flaherty, left, shakes hands with Cmdr. Thomas Huerter during a Change of Command ceremony Aug.5 for VAQ-131. KATHY REED/WHIDBEY CROSSWIND Capt. Huerter said. “While he may fail on his own, he never succeeds without the help of those he surrounds himself with. To my Lancer team — you have done yourselves exceptionally

proud.” Huerter thanked his parents for instilling him with the confidence to do whatever he wanted to do and had words of encouragement for the next Lancer

commander. “I am supremely confident this squadron will continue to succeed and

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IDIPIC hosts night of unscripted fun By K ATHY REED

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The Impaired Driving Impact Panel of Island County is hoping an upcoming event will kill three birds with one stone — provide an evening of fun while raising money for a good cause and shine the spotlight on an up-andcoming group of local performers. An evening of comedy and canapes, as it’s called, is scheduled for Saturday, Aug. 20 at the Whidbey Playhouse in Oak Harbor and will feature the community theater’s Whidbey Improv Team. “My husband and I are season ticket holders to the Whidbey Playhouse,” explained JoAnn Hellmann, IDIPIC director. “We heard about a comedy night they were having there, so we went to it and it was just flat-out funny, but there weren’t a lot of people there.” Hellmann knew organizations had worked with the playhouse in the past for fundraisers, buying out the house for a performance and then selling the tickets to raise money. She thought the same concept might work as a fundraiser for IDIPIC, but instead of a scripted play, the improv team will be performing. Aircrew Survival Equipmentman Airman Jonathan Wilkinson is one of four Navy personnel on the team. AT3 Bob Foster, ATAN Derek Remington and ATAN Michael Wilson and Whidbey Playhouse regulars Mary K. Hallen, Keath Hallen and Anjelica Glasgow make up the rest of the improv team. Wilkinson made his first stage appearance at the Whidbey Playhouse in “Murder in the Magnolias” earlier this year. While new to the stage, he quickly felt at home. “I tried some improvisation towards the end of the run of ‘Murder in the Magnolias,’” he said. “It’s such a fun thing not knowing what’s going to happen next.” Wilkinson, who will turn 21 that evening, said he always wanted to be an actor when he was a child. When his Navy tour is up in about a year, he plans to go to film or acting school. “It’s always interested me,” he said. “Whenever I’d go to a play or performance, I always wanted to get up out of my seat and join in.” Hellmann said tickets for the event are selling well so far and hopes it will generate interest among people who haven’t gone to the theater before. “There are people who have been in this town forever but have never gone to a Whidbey Playhouse production, said Hellmann. “This is an opportunity to introduce them to the theater and if we can get some more people in there, they might want to see a couple of shows. That’s a

Rotary car show The 26 Annual North Whidbey Rotary Car Show will be held Saturday from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. at Windjammer Park in Oak Harbor. Organizers say there will be more than 300 of the best vehicles from all over the Northwest and British Columbia, from mild to wild, classics to muscle cars, and more.

There will be cars, trucks, and motorcycles of all makes, models and years. Because of its location in Windjammer Park, people can make a day of it. There will be music, food and a beer garden. Admission to the car show is free. Parking is available behind Frontier Automotive Services at 201 SE Pioneer Way.

From left, Jon Wilkinson, Mary K. Hallen, Anjelica Glasgow, Keath Hallen, Derek Remington, Bob Foster and Michael Wilson gear up as the Whidbey Improv Team. COURTESY PHOTO good thing.” Hellmann is also hoping the event will generate income for the nonprofit. IDIPIC was established in 2000 as a community service to deter driving under the influence and underage drinking through education and awareness. Tickets for assigned seating are $12.50 in advance. All proceeds will benefit IDIPIC’s work for ‘safer kids, safer roads,’ Hellmann said. In addition to a big serving of laughter, there will be plenty of tasty treats to entice theater-goers. Wine will be served separately by donation. While that may raise some eyebrows, Hellmann is quick to point out that IDIPIC is not against drinking, but about making responsible choices and saving lives. “We’re not against alcohol,” she said. “But impaired driving or underage drinking touches everyone — we’re all out on the roads together, this is all around us. We need to be aware and part of that is knowing what we are doing to make our roads safer and be defensive drivers.” Patrons of legal drinking age will be limited to two, five-ounce glasses of wine for the evening, and it will only be available before the show and during intermission. “Even though we will be serving wine, we will be limiting the amount,” said Hellmann. “It’s our soiree and we feel that’s the responsible thing to do. There will be no ‘one for the road.’” Tickets for Comedy and Canapes are available at the Whidbey Playhouse, 730 SE Midway Blvd., or by calling IDIPIC at 672-8219. Go to www.idipic.org for information.

McClung Memorial Run is Saturday The fifth annual Megan McClung 5K Run/Walk takes place Saturday at 10 a.m. at Naval Air Station Whidbey Island. The race is open to all runners and costs $35. Participants receive a technical running shirt and commemorative poker chip. Prizes include the use

of a Porsche for a weekend and two free entries into the Marine Corps Marathon. Proceeds benefit the Semper Fi Fund. Register online at www. meganmcclungmemorialrun.com or www.active. com. Maj. McClung was the first female officer killed in Iraq. She enjoyed running and set up the first marathon held in Iraq.

LANCERS| FROM PAGE 2 accomplish every mission under your leadership,” said Huerter. Flaherty also had words of thanks for his family, telling them and the audience that is was their support that has made his job easier. He also praised his outgoing commander. “It is an honor and privilege to be your XO and your friend,” he said. “You are leaving this command in better shape. “To the entire Lancer team, this job is pivotal to the success of our nation’s goals,” Flaherty continued. “I applaud you and am proud I have been given the honor to lead you.”

Cmdr. Thomas Huerter speaks during a formal Change of Command ceremony Aug. 5 for Electronic Attack Squadron (VAQ) 131. KATHY REED/WHIDBEY CROSSWIND

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OUR VIEWS

Washington, you have our attention You have to love a job where, in the space of a week, you get to do everything from attend uberformal changes of command and touching farewells to talking with up-and-coming performers and organizers of non-profit agencies who train service dogs. If variety is the spice of life, then I got the rainbow sprinkles when I was hired to work here. Each of the stories I worked on this week, while all very different, has a common thread. It’s something I’ve mentioned before — the broad-reaching KATHY impact of Naval Air Station Whidbey Island in particular REED and the military in general — on our community. It is an unavoidable, unequivocal, inescapable fact that changes in the structure of NAS Whidbey would impact our community in one way or another. The bigger the changes, the bigger the impact. Cuts in our nation’s defense spending also seem unavoidable, given the tenor of the Budget Control Act of 2011. Just how or what that will impact when it comes to NAS Whidbey is unclear, but it is certain to have an effect one way or another. And people are thinking about it — just look at the answers we got to our question of the week. We wonder if the cutbacks will impact health care, pay, benefits, personnel or even the base itself. It’s too early to tell what, if anything, will change. The coming months are sure to bring proposals from the farcical to the fathomable. We’ve already begun asking questions of our representatives in Washington, D.C. We haven’t gotten any answers yet, but we are asking. The upcoming debate is worth paying attention to, because it could impact all our lives. We’ll keep you posted. -Kathy Reed, editor

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First fish, then a dog

Lindell desperately wants a dog, so last week we bought him a fish. He’s still too young to realize this doesn’t add up. And anyway, the excitement of a new pet — any kind of pet — is enough. At the pet store, however, we met several obstacles. “You have to cycle the tank first,” the fish expert told us. “The water has to build bacteria for a week before you can put a fish in it.” “But I promised my son a fish today?” “Then I guess this is a good time to teach him patience.” I must have looked like a lunatic mother. In fact, I hadn’t had a chance to comb my hair that morning, and I was wearing the same clothes from the day before.

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Skywarrior Theater Friday, Aug. 12 Double Feature: $5 adults/$2 youth

7 p.m. - Zookeeper (PG) 9:15 p.m. - Horrible Bosses (R)

Saturday, Aug. 13 3-D Matinee $6 adults/$3 youth

2 p.m. - Transformers: Dark of the Moon 3-D

FRI., AUG. 12

Coupeville Arts and Crafts Festival: The 48th annual Coupeville Arts and Crafts Festival will be held Friday through Sunday in Coupeville. Go to www. coupevilleartsandcraftsfes tival.org for details. Art Gallery Opening and Wine Reception: Kick off the Coupeville Arts and Crafts Festival with the Art Gallery opening and wine reception from 7 to 10 p.m. Friday at the Coupeville Recreation Hall. Tickets are $12 in advance and $15 at the door. Call 678-8332 for information or go to www. coupevilleartsandcraftsfes tival.org. Little Strikers: Parents are encouraged to bring children ages 2 to 5 to learn to bowl at the Convergence Zone on Naval Air Station Whidbey Island from 9:30 to 11:30 a.m. each Friday. Bowling is followed by a learning- or holiday-themed craft in the Media Zone. Children must be supervised. Call 257-2432, 257-2702 or 257-2074 or go to www. navylifepnw.com for details. North Whidbey Coupon Club: All couponers, new or experienced, are invited to attend open house-style meetings of the North Whidbey Coupon Club each Friday from 9:30 to 11:30 a.m. at the Oak Harbor Chamber of Commerce on Highway 20. Guests are offered coupons, a menu planning/grocery shopping list, non-insert coupons and more. Call 675-2338 for information. Click Music Acoustic Jam: Join friends and neighbors for a free evening of playing music together Friday from 6:30 to 8 p.m. at Click Music, 1130 NE Seventh Ave., Oak Harbor. Jam leader Ed Newkirk welcomes players of all ages and levels. Call 675-5544 for information.

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SAT., AUG. 13

Megan McClung Memorial Run: The fifth annual Megan McClung Memorial 5K Run/ Walk will take place starting at 10 a.m. Saturday on Naval Air Station Whidbey Island. The race is open to all runners. Cost is $35 per person. Proceeds will benefit the Semper Fi Fund. Register online at www. meganmcclungmemorialrun. com or at www.active.com. Highland Games: The 13th annual Whidbey Island Highland Games will take place from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday at Greenbank Farm. Experience Scottish music, culture, and enjoy a variety of Celtic performances on the main stage throughout the day. Call 331-5437 or go to www. wigh.org for information. North Whidbey Car Show: The 26th Annual North Whidbey Rotary Car Show will be held from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday at Windjammer Park in Oak Harbor. More than 300 cars of all varieties will be on display. The event will feature music, food and a beer garden. There is no cost to attend. North Whidbey Coupon Club: All couponers, new or experienced, are invited to attend open house-style meetings of the North Whidbey Coupon Club each the second Saturday of each month from 9:30 to 11:30 a.m. at the Oak Harbor Chamber of Commerce on Highway 20. Guests are offered coupons, a menu planning/grocery shopping list, non-insert coupons and more. Call 675-2338 for information.

SUN., AUG. 14

Sunday Farmers Market: A farmers market will be held each Sunday through Sept. 25 at Greenbank Farm. Hours are from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Local farmers and food producers participate

in this weekly event. There will be cooking demonstrations, plant clinics and other activities. Call 678-7700 for information.

TUES., AUG. 16

National Geographic Photographer Presentation: Legendary photographer Sam Abell will give a free presentation and lecture at 7 p.m. Tuesday at the Performing Arts Center at Coupeville High School. This acclaimed National Geographic photographer will transport you to another world with his images. call 678-3396 or go to www. pacificnorthwestartschool. org for information. “The Emperor and the Nightingale:” The live theater troupe Last Leaf will present a sweet, sentimental and fun adaptation of the familiar tale “The Emperor and the Nightingale” at 1 and 3 p.m. Tuesday at the Oak Harbor Library. Call 675-5115 for details. North Whidbey Coupon Club: All couponers, new or experienced, are invited to attend open house-style meetings of the North Whidbey Coupon Club each Tuesday from 6:30 to 8 p.m. at the Regency on Whidbey dining room, 1040 SW Kimball Dr., Oak Harbor. Guests are offered coupons, a menu planning/grocery shopping list, non-insert coupons and more. Call 675-2338 for information.

THURS., AUG. 18

Island County Fair: The Island County Fair in Langley kicks off Thursday and runs through Sunday, Aug. 21. Gates open daily at 9:30 a.m. Exhibits are open until 10 p.m. Thursday through Saturday, and until 7 p.m. Sunday. Admission is $1 per person for adults; $5 per day for military with ID, senior citizens and youth age 6 to 15. Children under 5 are admitted free. Call 221-4677 or go to www.islandcountyfair. com for information.

Creative Kids Club: North Whidbey Parks and Recreation invites children and their families to participate in the Creative Kids Club at 6:30 p.m. Thursday at Oak Harbor Lutheran Church. The craft project will be “Friendship Bracelets.” All supplies are provided. Cost is $3 per person or $6.75 per family. Please call 6752338 to reserve a spot. Oak Harbor Public Market: Fresh local produce, baked goods, unique arts and crafts and more take center stage Thursday from 4 to 7 p.m. at the Oak Harbor Public Market, located next to the Chamber of Commerce Visitor’s Information Center on Highway 20. Information is available by calling 678-4288.

SAT., AUG. 20

An Evening of Comedy and Canapes: The Impaired Driving Impact Panel of Island County presents an evening of comedy and canapes Saturday, Aug. 20, starting at 7 p.m. at the Whidbey Playhouse in Oak Harbor. Laughs will be provided by the Whidbey Improv Team. All proceeds will benefit IDIPIC’s work for “safer kids, safer roads.” Cost is $12.50 per person. Tickets are available at the Whidbey Playhouse or by calling IDIPIC at 672-8219. Driftwood Days: Oak Harbor’s Driftwood Days will take place from 11:30 to 1 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 20 at Windjammer Park in downtown Oak Harbor. This is a fun, family sculpture-making day. Whidbey Island Winery Music Series: Bring a blanket, a chair, a picnic and a friend and enjoy an evening of music at the Whidbey island Winery in Langley. Concerts begin at 6 p.m. and cost is $20. Tickets include a glass of wine. Music provided by Levi Burkle. Reserve a spot by calling 360-221-2040. Go to www.whidbeyislandwinery. com for information.

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A needs assessment survey 11 years ago by Naval Air Station Whidbey Island’s Navy College was the catalyst behind a celebration last week at the CPO Club in Oak Harbor. “The question was, ‘What one major or degree offering would you like to see?’” said Cheryl Pollock, NAS Whidbey’s Navy College director. “The answer we heard repeatedly was ‘a business degree.’ “Of all the proposals we saw, Columbia College’s plan exceeded the others in both quality and range of degrees offered,” Pollock said. The college, based in Columbia, Mo., celebrated its selection and its first successful first decade at NAS Whidbey at the event Aug. 4. A friendly crowd of current students, former alumni, faculty, and guests gathered to hear Dr. Gerald Brouder, president of Columbia College, offer his congratulations and gratitude for the accomplishment. MarJean Knokey, director of Columbia College, NAS Whidbey, introduced Dr. Brouder and the other speakers, and shared some statistics for the college. “Columbia College granted degrees to 559 students in the last decade, and we now serve between 600 and 700 individuals yearly at NAS Whidbey,” she said. In his remarks, Brouder thanked the Navy for its support, and praised the local staff and faculty. “We are very proud of the fine job the professors and

AZ3 Andrew Lapointe, left, son, Andrew Jr., and wife, Jamie,enjoy the 10-year anniversary celebration for Columbia College. Andrew and Jamie are both students at the college. MELANIE HAMMONS/WHIDBEY CROSSWIND instructors are doing here,” said Brouder. “I want you to keep up the fine work for another 10 years to come.” One of the college’s greatest strengths is the quality of its faculty, said Dr. Brouder. From the faculty’s perspective, having motivated students and a supportive administration has likewise been invaluable. Lacy Meeks, a Columbia College English instructor for two years, says she’s benefitted from having both.

Navy joins National Night Out activities By Katie McVicker

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Thousands of people gathered at Windjammer Park last Tuesday evening to participate in Oak Harbor’s National Night Out. Event organizer Cathy Niiro, the executive director of United Way of Island County, said this year was probably the best yet. National Night Out is a crime and drug prevention campaign that is celebrated

throughout the United States on the first Tuesday in August. Niiro said the Capt. Jay goal of the event Johnston is to establish relationships between community members and their law enforcement officials.

Naval Air Station Whidbey Island commanding officer, Capt. Jay Johnston, gave opening remarks along with Oak Harbor Mayor Jim Slowik, Island County Sheriff Mark Brown and Oak Harbor Police Chief Rick Wallace. “It’s an honor to be involved in National Night Out for 28 years now,” Capt. Johnston said. Navy personnel showed off their K-9 security unit, battle rigs and training suits and put on a search and rescue demonstration. Spectators gawked as Senior Chief Jeremiah Wilkins propelled himself out of a helicopter and “rescued” Lt. Eileen Crawford from the park

below. Additionally, dozens of young kids and teenagers took a swing at a member of NAS Whidbey security who sported a bright red hand-to-hand combat training suit. “Let’s see what you got!” Master-at-Arms Chief Petty Officer Dan Thiel called out to 7-year-old Kristina Jones as she stepped into the ring. “People got a taste of what National Night Out is all about,” Niiro said. “It’s an interaction between law enforcement and first responders. People get to interact with agencies that they usually don’t get to.”

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“Students at Columbia are different — they are selfstarters, and it’s been a pleasure for me to teach them,” said Meeks. “And I’m proud to say that the administrators make it a pleasure for us as teachers to work here,” she said. Columbia College strives to make the best use of a blend of Internet-based and online courses to grant versatility to its students. It was also the first college at NAS Whidbey to offer computer-based testing for CLEP and DANTES - an important development for military members and others with valuable life and workforce experiences. Carrie Finch, a retired Navy Chief Petty Officer at NAS Whidbey, touted the advantages of Columbia’s online offerings. “I’m working on a master’s degree in general studies,” she said. “This college has some pretty cool instructors on staff here who are willing to more than meet you halfway,” she said. “It’s been a great experience for working adults and others who need flexible scheduling.” Many students choose business majors, just as the needs assessment indicated, but not all. Jamie Lapointe, wife of Aviation Maintenance Adminstrationman Third Class, Andrew Lapointe, is majoring in history. “I love history, and could easily see myself working in a museum,” said Lapointe. Her husband Andrew is taking an accounting course. “I’m looking at the fields of finance or accounting,” he said. “I may want to run my own business someday.”

Local DAV answers call to national service The local Disabled American Veterans chapter observed its monthly meeting at Oak Harbor Library last Thursday evening, with 15 people in attendance. President John Callahan called the meeting to order. The invocation and pledge of allegiance followed. One of the most important events of the year for DAV was taking place over the weekend, said local adjutant Michelle McClain. “Our 90th national convention is in New Orleans this year from August 6 to 9,” she said. “Although I don’t think anyone from our local chapter will be able to attend, we’ll still be very interested in following up on what is done there.” In other news, the Oak Harbor DAV chapter con-

ducted a garage sale to raise money to buy a new van. Many veterans depend upon the van for transportation to medical appointments, a service that has been made available since 1987, McClain said. “We are always on the lookout for volunteer drivers for the van,” she said. “If you know of anyone who would like to help a veteran in this way, please have them contact us.” Members also discussed pending legislation affecting veterans, and ways to make the DAV Chapter Service Officers’ guide more user-friendly. The group plans to hold its next monthly meeting at Whidbey Coffee. For more information, contact the DAV office at 257-4801.

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City of Oak Harbor BATTALION CHIEF $5920-$7281/mo. + benefits Manage personnel, ops & activities for fire & emergency response, fire marshal duties incl fire code enforcement, investigation, safety & plan reviews. Pass background & drivers record checks. See job desc, reqs & quals in Applicant packet at Utilities Office, 865 SE Barrington Dr., Oak Harbor WA or www.oakharbor.org Apply by 5pm 8/26/11 for 1st review. EEO

CREATIVE ARTIST The Whidbey News T i m e s i n C o u p ev i l l e, WA, has an opening for a part-time creative artist. Must have a minimum of four years experience with complete mastery in the followingMacintosh computerbased software: Adobe CS3 Suite (InDesign, Photoshop, and Illustrator), Adobe Acrobat (intermediate level), Internet, Email. Duties include perfor ming ad design, special section design or spec projects, and troubleshooting electronic prepress files. R e q u i r e s ex c e p t i o n a l communication skills, teamwork, and ability to organize workflow in a deadline driven environment. Newspaper prod u c t i o n ex p e r i e n c e a p l u s ! E . O. E . P l e a s e send resume, cover letter and work samples in PDF format to: CAWNT/HR Sound Publishing, Inc. 19351 8th Ave. NE, Suite 106 Poulsbo, WA 98370 E-mail to hr@soundpublishing.com

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We have an immediate opening for Editor of the Por t Orchard Independent weekly community newspapers in beautiful Kitsap County. This is not an entry-level position. Requires a handson leader with a minimum of three years newspaper experience including writing, editing, pagination, photography, and InDesign skills. The successful candidate: â€˘ Has a demonstrated interest in local political and cultural affairs. â€˘ Possesses excellent writing and verbal skills, and can provide representative clips from one o r m o r e p r o fe s s i o n a l publications. â€˘ Has experience editing reportersâ€™ copy and submitted materials for content and style. â€˘ Is proficient in designing and building pages with Adobe InDesign or Quark Express. â€˘ Is experienced managing a Forum page, writing cogent and stylistically interesting commentaries, and editing a reader letters column. â€˘ Has proven interpersonal skills representing a newspaper or other organization at civic functions and public venues. â€˘ Understands how to lead, motivate, and mentor a small news staff. â€˘ Must relocate to Kitsap County and develop a knowledge of local arts, business, and government. â€˘ Must be visible in the community

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GREAT DANE Puppies, AKC. Males/ females. Every color but Fawns. Two litters of blues fathered by Tiber ious. $500 & up, health guarantee. Licensed since 2002. Dreyersdanes is Oregon stateâ€™s largest breeder of Great Danes. Also selling Standard Poodles Visit: www.dreyersdanes.com Call 503-556-4190 LLEWELLIN Setter Gun D o g s : 4 m a l e s, 4 fe males. Whelped June 25th, ready to go August 20th. $700/each. $200 deposit reser ves your puppy. Champion bloodlines. (425)773-3440

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MALE MALTESE stud, friendly dog, available $500, AKC papered, purebred. Female should be in heat, will wait! Contact Elizabeth (360)720-2403

Pembroke Welsh Corgi pups, 1 male, 1 female. B o r n M ay 3 1 s t 2 0 1 1 . $700.00 CALL (360)6826463

Garage/Moving Sales Island County

Langley

Oak Harbor

F R I D AY, A u g 1 2 t h , 1-6pm and SATURDAY, Aug 13th, 10-5pm . Furniture, washer & dryer, appliances, tools, office s u p p l i e s, p l u m b i n g & electrical supplies, & lots of misc. 3420 Passage Way, off East Harbor Rd

HUGE SALE - Friday & Saturday, 9am-4pm. 717 Scenic Heights. Fishing t a c k l e , b i r d fe e d e r s , tools, wet stone sharpe n e r, w h e e l b a r r o w, shelving, air compressor, area rugs, motorcycle, much misc.

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MY FAVORITE things c a n b e y o u r s ! Ta k e home baskets, wreaths, vintage handkerchiefs, o l d p r i n t s , c h i cke n s , dishes, pic nick baskets, tins, Ethan Allen bookcase, oak computer desk and hutch, oak TV entertainment, designer fabrics, garden items including a potting stand, plus much more.... at reasonable prices. Saturday, 9am-3pm at 1089 Woodside Lane. Look for signs star ting from Fairgrounds.

Garage/Moving Sales Island County

BLUEBERRIES. Fresh Local Handpicked. No c h e m i c a l s. Fa m i l y owned. $5 a pound [2pnts]. Stop by on Regatta Drive or delivery available. 360-675-1144 Clinton

SCATCHET HEAD community yard sale, Saturday, August 13, 9am 4pm. Largest community on the South end of the Island is having its annual sale. Directions: From Kenâ€™s Korner Clinton take Cultus Bay Rd, right on Bailey, left on Scatchet Head Rd, right on Swede Rd, left on Blakely into the community. Look for the Garage Sale signs.

Oak Harbor

Clinton

SOUTH WHIDBEY Island Rotary yard sale. Saturday August 13th, 9am-4pm held at China City Restaurant. Incredible sale! Too much to list. Ever yone welcome! All proceeds invested in the community. Clinton

Yard Sale! Saturday August 13th, 9-3pm. Dishwasher, fridge, TV, pictures, BBQ, double stroller, highchairs, playpen, NB-3T kids clothes, Men/Women designer office clothes, toolboxes + tons more! 6582 Humphrey Rd Coupeville

FRIDAY AND Saturday 9am-3pm. 2563 La Mesa in Sierra off West Beach Rd. Kayak, tools, bike trailer, fishing gear and much more. Coupeville

FRIDAY & Saturday, August 12th & 13th, 8am1pm. 2 North Pheasant Run Rd, off Morris Rd. Household items and much much more. Freeland

1021 E. Bush Point Rd. corner Mutiny Bay Rd. Big garage/shop sale. Tools, lathes, band saw, some power, hand tools etc. Riding lawn mower, To y o t a AT V, f i s h i n g gear, table chairs. Worth coming to see including the rock cutter and all att a c h m e n t s . S a t u r d ay 8 / 1 3 & S u n d ay 8 / 1 4 . 9am-3pm. 206-714-3074 Freeland

BARGAINS GALORE â€“ S a t u r d a y, 8 / 1 3 / 1 1 8:00am-12:00 noon, Sunrise Hills 4515 Sunday Drive, Oak Harbor. Fr e n c h c o r n i n g w a r e , towels, throw cushions, luggage, tools, portable grill, garden tools, weedw a c k e r, e l e c t r i c l e a f bl ow e r, bl a ck p l a s t i c plant pots, bicycle helmets, kitchen items, VHS movies, blankets, skis, large ceramic belly planter pots, picture frames, Kirby vacuum w/attachments, Panini maker, black swivel TV base, computer desk, erg o n o m i c d e s k c h a i r, Christmas lights, wreath, ornaments, storage bins, car windshield sun/shade cover, gardening books, cookbooks, toiletries, Japanese vegetable slicer, school supplies, rolling red and black backpacks, king size electric blanket with dual controls, electric standalone tower heaters with remote controls, candle holder, numerous shop tools and equipment, and more! Free interior doors.

JUMBO SIZED garage sale. Wor th the drive! Rain or shine. Friday, August 12 & Saturday, August 13, 9am - 4pm. No early birds. Leap Pad books, Duplos, Brio train set, childrenâ€™s books, many other toys. Wilson suede leather dress with jacket, collectibles, old books, collectable cards, many other items to numerous to mention. Sale is behind house, 1060 View Ridge Drive.

V Q - 2 A N N U A L Ya r d sale. Large multi-family yard sale in the Chamber Lot on Hwy 20 in Oak Harbor, WA. August 12th and 13th, 8 a.m to 4 p.m. Ten percent of the proceeds will go to a local charity.

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Oak Harbor

YA R D S A L E a t 1 1 5 3 Rainier Circle on Aug.12th and 13th from 8am to 1pm. There are baby boy clothes from 9 to 18 months, girls clothes from 4T to 6/7, boys clothes, baby items, household items, and much more. Oak Harbor

YARD SALE, Saturday August 13th, 8am-2pm. 490 SW Regency Drive. F u r n i t u r e , t e e n b oy s clothes, exercise, misc. tools, etc. Estate Sales Oak Harbor

ATTENTION Island Contractors! 37â€™X13â€™ heavy duty power boat â€œPelicanâ€?. Water taxi, large cargo capacity, heavy duty tow bit, crew and materials, picnic boat. Heated cabin, seats 12 inside, walk around outer decks. Foam filled hull. Unsinkable! New canvas, new UV windshields and wipers. 2 hours on re-built. 8V71 500HP. 22 knots. A must see! $39,000. On Orcas Island 360-376-6566.

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MULTI FAMILY Garage Sale. Saturday, August 13th, 9:00a.m. 593 Dolphin Drive. (Take 525 to Bush Point Road to Dol- Oak Harbor MULTI FAMILY garage phin) s a l e , S a t u r d ay 8 a m Oak Harbor MULTI FAMILY Garage 3pm. 2420 SW Capital sale. Saturday August Drive. Furniture, house13th, 8:00am to 2:00PM. wares, electronics, toys, bikes and clothes. 1583 Balda RD

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2001 Oldsmobile Alero Automatic, Burgundi ext e r i o, b e i g e i n t e r i o r, 125k. $4495. Freeway Auto Sales 360-6475686

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ESTATE SALE. Something for everyone. Lots priced under $2! Furniture; clean bed; futon mattress; lamps & mirrors; glass & stemware, collectible plates and bottles; kitchen misc.; f r e e ze r ; w h e e l c h a i r s, walkers and misc.; art; books; toys; Playstation II; Lincoln Logs & LEGOS; snowboards and boots; motorcycle jackets and pants; tools; miter & skill saw; drill press; clothes; jewelry; garden art. Friday, Saturday & Oak Harbor S u n d ay f r o m 9 a m t o MULTI-FAMILY Garage 5pm. Located at: 1769 sale to support the local Compass Drive at Maple Whidbey Island Running Ridge in Freeland. Club will be held August 13th at 380 SE Midway Add a picture to your ad Blvd, Oak Harbor. Thank and get noticed you for supporting local 1-inch photo youth athletes. 1-inch copy Oak Harbor 5 weeks for MULTI- FAMILY, Sat & one low price Sun, Star ting at 8am. Call: 1-800-388-2527 or 1955 Chevy 4 door waggo online on, Mt bike, car tires, www.nw-ads.com B e a n w h i s key b o t t l e, model kits, jewelry box and many more items. Directions: Hwy 20, 2 miles south of Deception Pass Bridge, watch for signs.

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Marine Power

26â€™ 1980 U.S. NAVY Motor Whaleboat. Fiberglass by Mason, Perkins 35 HP model 4/107 (runs well), stainless 40 gallon tank. Enclosed wheel house and berths forward. Self bailing aft deck with access under to storage/ shaft. Two axel trailer. Work boat, not yacht. $8,000 obo. Richard 206-463-4619. 310-200-9974. Vashon.

Pickup Trucks Ford

2000 FORD F-250 extended cab with shor t bed. 93,500 miles, V-10 6.8L, AT, 4WD Lar iat. Many options. Remote start, alarm system, air conditioning, power windows, power door locks, power/leather seats, cr uise control, power steering, sliding rear window, rear air bag shocks, tow package, Marine s p raye d b e d l i n e r. Sail $10,365. (206)567-4222 24â€™ BAYLINER Bucca- Vashon neer Sailboat and trailer. Fiberglass, has 2 sails Sport Utility Vehicles GMC and 2 outboard motors. Comes with life preserv- 2 0 0 0 G M C Yu ko n ers, cushions and port-a- B l a ck ex t e r i o r, b e i g e potty. Has cockpit steer- l e a t h e r i n t e r i o r, f u l l y ing and can sleep 4-6 loaded, 147K. $8495. people. $3,800 or best Call Freeway Auto Sales offer. Call for more infor- 360-647-5686 mation, (360)373-5379 Automobiles Classics & Collectibles

1972 MERCEDES Benz 280 SEL. Sweet cruiser, ow n yo u r d r e a m c a r ! Last year this model was made with all handmade parts! 4.5 liter, automatic, 75,000 miles. Cream exterior with tan interior. S t a r t s r i g h t u p, w e l l maintained! $1,000 tune up recently done. Origin a l m a nu a l i n c l u d e d . $6,000. Coupeville. Call 360-672-1402. Automobiles Chevrolet

2005 Chevy Malibu Max, Automatic, Silver exter ior, gray inter ior A / C, C D p l aye r 6 4 K . $8995. Call Freeway Auto. 360-647-5686 Automobiles Ford

Motorcycles

2001 HARLEY Davidson Fat Boy FLSTF. Have many of the original parts, sale includes new motorcycle jack, books, manuals & all riding accessories helmets chaps etc. 8,340 miles; Color is Real Teal; Polished solid wheels; Quick release windshield, with leather bag; Sissy bar with full tbags & luggage rack; Bike lowered about 1/2 inch; Big bore kit installed about 3,000 miles ago; Vance & Hines two into one exhaust; Wide Glide handlebars; Halogen fog lights; LED flush mount amp, fuel gage and gas cap; Custom Nostalgia Speedo & Tac; Custom turn signals front and rear; Easy clutch installed; Studded custom seat, with gel p a ck s ; C u s t o m f l o o r boards; Custom passenger foot pegs; Custom grips & mirrors; Factory alar m. Asking $8,500 f i r m . C a l l D ave K l i n e 360-682-6571. or email davekline5790@comcast.net

2002 SUZUKI 1500cc LC Intruder. Only 1700 miles. Beautiful two tone b l u e & g r e y. L o t s o f chrome. Good tread on tires. Always garaged. Excellent condition. Great cruiser. Very comfortable. Plenty of room for two riders. Must see to appreciate. Price reduced! $5995. (360)4682456 located on Lopez.

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2 0 0 2 Toyo t a S i e n n a Automatic, Gold exterior, biege interior 102k. $7,995. Call Freeway Auto. 360-647-5686

CLASSIC 1982 Goldwing. Good to commute or travel across country. Reasonable offer. 360720-2540

Campers/Canopies

16â€™ 2003 ROCKWOOD Freedom Camper. Only used twice, ready to roll for your summer vacation!! Stove, sink, refrigerator and heated. Detachable BBQ grill. Electric mattressâ€™s to warm you at night. Two full size and one twin, sleeps 4 to 6. Excellent condition! Purchased new, only owners! Oak H a r b o r. $ 5 , 0 0 0 . 3 6 0 675-9125.

Automobiles Lincoln

1999 SIGNATURE Lincoln Towncar. 116K with all maintenance receipts. Engine purrs like a kitten. Garage kept. $3,495 O B O. 3 6 0 - 7 2 0 - 2 4 3 5 ddy6143@yahoo.com

2 0 0 7 2 0 0 c c 4 s t r o ke Moto Bravo off-road dirt bike. Electric and kick star t. Excellent condit i o n . G r e a t d i r t b i ke ! Price reduced! $550. (360)468-2456

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1971 Airstream. Magnificent vintage Land Yacht. Custom Renovation, farmed Indonesian Mahogany, heated Bamboo Floors, Totally New 120 Vo l t E l e c t r i c i t y a n d range. 31 feet. Plumbing up to new owner. Ideal for Studio, Guest Room, Office or Travel Trailer. $19,275. Vashon Island (918)636-3612 jogillespie@sbcglobal.net

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1995 BOSS-HOSS with ZZ4 Chevy engine, stored for several years, only 6,900 miles. Tuned up, ready to go! Needs some polishing and tlc cleaning. $18,500 obo, or par t trade on other Harley bike and trike. 425-327-4818, Everett.

2000 Ford Taurus Wagon SE. Automatic, Blue exterio, gray interior, 135k. $4895. Freeway Auto Sales 360647-5686

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