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13 Prince George’s residents among Boston Marathon participants County police increasing patrols near critical sites BY DANIEL J. GROSS PRINCE GEORGE’S GAZETTE
Thirteen Prince George’s County residents were among the thousands in Boston for the 2013 Boston Marathon that was cut short after explosions near the race’s finish line killed at least three and injured at least 183, according to national media reports. There was a series of explosions at the race’s finish line on Boylston Street in the city, according to the Boston Athletics Association. BAA’s website includes an “athlete tracking” database of race participants and shows there were 13 Prince George’s County residents participating in Monday’s race. The conditions of each of the Prince George’s residents are unknown. Those in the race from Prince George’s are: Cornelius Griggs, 29 of Beltsville; Harrison Grayson, 61, of Upper Marlboro; Mark Engelbert, 30, of Hyattsville; Trina Taylor, 49, of Fort Washington; Rhonda Provost, 64, of Forestville; Marie Archer, 41, of Berwyn Heights; Patricia Soumoff, 34, of Berwyn Heights; Wayne Lundy, 58, of College Park; Billy Mathis, 42, of Lanham; Iain Banks, 35, of Bowie; Katrina Streeter, 43, of Bowie; Ron Voigt, 47, of Bowie and Daehwan Kim, 31, of Glenn Dale. Prince George’s police said they are increasing patrols near all critical infrastructures in Prince George’s in response to the Boston Marathon explosions. The department released the following statement Monday: “In light of today’s tragedy in Boston, the Prince George’s County Police Department has increased security at all critical infrastructures county-wide. We are in communication with our federal and state partners and haven’t been made aware of any threats to our jurisdiction. Any additional police presence you may see is strictly precautionary.” This story originally appeared in the April 15 edition of the Prince George’s Gazette.
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Bibiana Marulanda studies with twin daughters, Alexia, left, and Veronica at the Joint Base Andrews Library April 15.
JBA participates in National Library Week National Library Week, celebrated April 14-22, is an opportunity to check out the latest offerings at the local library. The theme this year is “Communities Matter and Your Library.” To celebrate that theme the library invited members from various Andrews’ communities to the library throughout the week to talk with library users about their community. The library provided cake and refreshments for visitors on April 15 and thanked members for supporting the library.
Cheryl Gritton, Joint Base Andrews Base Library director, helps a customer check out books.
Greenbelt Boy Scout works toward Eagle rank; aspires to fly helicopter BY BOBBY JONES
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Brandon holds a bridge post steady as his father, Dominick Allen, drills holes for bolts.
Brandon Cherry plans to be a Maryland State Police helicopter pilot. First, though, he has some other goals to meet before he graduates from high school. At 15, when boys’ interests typically turn to girls, cars and having fun, Brandon’s focus is to earn his Eagle Scout rank under the nurturing mentorship of Boy Scout Troop 487, which is affiliated with Ebenezer African Methodist Episcopal Church, Ft. Washington, Md. As his Eagle Scout project, Brandon used his leadership skills to plan, coor-
dinate and direct a group of 11 fellow Boy Scouts in building a 28 feet long footbridge at Watkins Regional Park, Upper Marlboro, Md. The project was completed April 13. Under the watchful eyes of a park ranger, his scoutmaster, and parents, Brandon had to document problem-solving strategies needed to accomplish the project. Approximately two months earlier, Brandon had begun preparation for building a usable fixture in the community. He cut, measured, pre-drilled holes in timber. Scoutmaster Mark Adams said, “I’ve been serving as scoutmaster with Ebene-
zer African Methodist Episcopal Church for the past seven years, who sponsors our troop. I’ve helped several young men reach their Eagle Scout rank. Brandon has to finish all of the requirements before he has his Scoutmaster’s Conference and then he goes before a board. If you look at the stats, you see that most astronauts, politicians and anyone that’s high ranking in the military is an Eagle Scout. And even a few of our presidents have been Eagle Scouts. Brandon is a focused young man and I believe he’ll achieve all of his goals.” Brandon, who started out as a Cub Scout nearly
nine years ago, has received continued motivation and support from his parents. His mother Tanja Cherry, first introduced him to the Boy Scout program. “Of course, as the parent I had to camp out with him. It was my first time camping and I really enjoyed it,” said Cherry. “Last summer, Brandon attended a weeklong National Youth Leadership Training course at Impeesa, at Camp Snyder, in Haymarket, Va. He enjoys working with younger scouts and he has matured in the process. Scouting has also taught him skills such as safely using a pocket
see SCOUT, page 6
Morningside prepares for May elections, spring clean-up day BY CHRIS BASHAM STAFF WRITER
The Town of Morningside, Md. will hold elections May 6 to elect a new mayor and two members of the Town Council. Polls will be open 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. that day. There will be a Meet and Greet for all candidates held 6:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. April 23. Both the Meet and Greet and the
election will take place at the Town Hall, 6901 Ames Street, Morningside. The town’s monthly meeting, held April 16, included discussion of Code Enforcement officer Tina Pryce’s efforts to find grant money for Morningside residents to make improvements to their homes. Most recently, Pryce reported that she was able to help four homeowners receive
Empower energy grants to complete weatherization projects including window and door replacement and insulation installation. The town will hold a Clean-up Day 2 p.m. to 4 p.m. April 27 featuring a document shredding truck, possible collection of hazardous and bulky waste items, a Multiple Sclero-
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From left, Town of Morningside council member Regina Foster, Vice Mayor James Ealey, Mayor Karen Rooker, council member Todd Mullins and council member Sheila Scott engage in a heated discussion about property tax rates in the town at the monthly town meeting April 16. PHOTO/CHRIS BASHAM
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Around Town April 19
Cabaret Latino: Jose Sacin; 8 p.m. Source Theatre, 1835 14th Street, N.W., Washington, D.C. The Peruvian baritone will sing classic pop hits from Mexico, songs from his native Perú, Brasil, Argentina, and Cuba and hit selections from Spanish zarzuela. For information visit http://www.inseries.org/The_In_Series/ IN_SERIES_HOME.html.
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Improvised Shakespeare Company 7:30 p.m. and 9:30 p.m. Artisphere, 1101 Wilson Boulevard, Arlington, Va. See an entirely improvised and unplanned play steeped in the language and traditions of Shakespeare. For information visit http://www.artisphere.com.
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Walking through the grocery store last week I overheard a new family introducing their infant to the neighbors. The parents had no idea what was wrong with their squalling newborn, but I could tell from three aisles away—baby was hungry and nothing but food would calm it down. That’s the thing about having children—you learn everything you need to know just in time to not have to know it anymore, but the knowledge never really goes away. “First babies” are lucky to live through the experience, I think, because their parents have to learn so much, on the fly, with the great urgency born of love
and care. It all seems mysterious, for mom and dad, but once you’ve been through parenthood it’s easy to tell the difference between a hungry baby and a hot one, a tired baby and a baby in pain. What sounds like “crying” to the uninitiated is an entire language that all babies seem to share. These days my sons are old enough to take care of themselves, and even to take care of me, once in a while. They can see the look on my face that means I’m frustrated, hear the change in my voice that betrays exhaustion. Children study their parents just as parents study their children, I guess. We love each other, and learn each other, and it would be hard to explain why we know what we know. We just do.
Lately I’ve been listening to an entirely different conversation. The birds and dogs and cats and insects outside my apartment building have been shouting to each other ever since the weather warmed up. I have no idea what any of them has to say, and usually I can’t tell who’s talking, anyway. Squirrel chatter, I can recognize. Dogs yelping, cats calling to each other: those I know. This morning’s rooster surprised me. Who knew we had a rooster right outside my apartment? Did he just arrive? Most of it, though, is not meant for me. I can’t understand it. It’s just sounds. No matter how long I listen, the best I can hope for is to be able to identify the different vari-
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Jack and the Beanstalk Showtimes vary The Puppet Co. Playhouse, 7300 MacArthur Boulevard, Glen Echo, Md. Puppets and a giant mask portray the story of a boy who transforms his life and defeats a dangerous giant. For information visit http://www.thepuppetco.org/.
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Eighth Air Force officials celebrated the organization’s 70th anniversary at its temporary headquarters in Bossier City, La. Maj. Gen. Stephen W. “Seve” Wilson, 8th AF commander, highlighted 8th AF’s accomplishments, from striking Germany during World War II to bombing runs in Libya last year. Eighth Air Force was born as the VIII Bomber Command on Feb. 1, 1942 at Langley Field, Va. After calling many places home, it settled at Barksdale Air Force Base, east of Bossier City, in 1975, overseeing nuclear-capable B-2A and B-52H bombers. A new headquarters building is being constructed at Barksdale.
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The Retiree Activities Office is open 10 a.m. to 3 p.m., Monday through Friday. Visit the office in Building 1604 at California and Colorado Avenues or call us at 301-981-2726. Our e-mail address is raoandrews.af.mil. Call the office before your visit to ensure a volunteer is on duty. The RAO has a website at www.andrews.af.mil, click on “Retirees” for a wealth of information on retiree subjects, including past copies of “Retiree Activities Corner.”
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For some county pastors, faith led to new careers BY JAMIE ANFENSONCOMEAU
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Making a change from electrical engineer to Presbyterian pastor may not be the usual career path, but the Rev. LeAnn Hodges said she is used to going against the grain. “So many women in ministry talk about this being a man’s profession, but they have no idea,” Hodges said. “I was the only female in my [engineering] graduating class, and they had only just hired their first female electrical engineer faculty member.” Hodges, 42, was installed as pastor of the Oaklands Presbyterian Church in Laurel on Sunday as its third permanent pastor. Cynthia Woolever, research director for the U.S. Congregational Life Survey and coauthor of the book, “Leadership That Fits Your Church: What Kind of Pastor for What Kind of Congregation,” said 45 percent of mainline Protestant pastors entered ministry following a career in another field, and that the trend is increasing, with the average starting age of new ministers being 44 years old. “Second-career pastors, because they’ve been in the workforce, they can sometimes relate to their parishioners in a different way, because they have also worked the traditional nine-to-five jobs, and that
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The Rev. LeAnn Hodges stands at the podium in Oaklands Presbyterian Church of Laurel.
can be an advantage,” Woolever said. Hodges, who holds a master’s degree in manufacturing systems engineering, was working as a manufacturing and quality engineer in Kentucky in 1998, when she felt the calling to become a minister. The decision came, she said, when she got lost in the mountains of North Carolina after attending a church conference on racism and stopped at a scenic overlook. “I began thinking about what we had covered in our conference and just felt very torn about how broken our world is, and how in need of healing, at a really deep level, and how I really believe that Christianity has
something to offer,” Hodges said. “I realized I could use my gifts and skills in a variety of ways in the ministry.” The Rev. Michael McNamara of Adelphi Presbyterian Church is also a secondcareer pastor, and said his prior experience has been invaluable. McNamara worked as an environmental sciences teacher before joining a nonprofit reconstruction group in New Orleans and running a tool library, where members could borrow tools and equipment. “In the Presbyterian faith, we see pastors as teachers, so my classroom experience was invaluable,” said McNamara. Hodges said her experi-
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Even in an era of e-filing, Washington, D.C. post offices stayed open until 7 p.m. April 15 to accommodate last-minute income tax filers determined to get their tax returns postmarked by the deadline.
Motorcycle safety: Riding in the danger zone BY STAFF SGT. KRIS LEVASSEUR
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There is nothing more liberating for a motorcycle rider than the feel of being completely unrestrained and out in the open as you are cruising the open road freely on your bike. Truth we may not sense is, though free, we are completely exposed to danger that waits around every corner and the danger we create for ourselves. That feeling of danger was made apparent to me very abruptly the first time I wrecked. I have been riding motorcycles in all forms ever since I was very young. I started out on dirt bikes,
hitting the trails and courses around my hometown. From the very first time I twisted the throttle on my little brother’s four-stroke 250cc, I was hooked on riding. Eventually, I graduated to sports bikes and then cruisers. I just couldn’t get enough of the freedom riding offered me. The freedom you just can’t get in a car. Riding season was my favorite time of year. As a rider, safety concerns are extremely important to me now ... but that wasn’t always the case. Growing up in New Hampshire, my riding wasn’t hampered by helmet laws or any required personal protective equipment.
By the time I turned 18, I stopped wearing a helmet altogether. It wasn’t uncommon for me to ride with nothing more than jeans and a T-shirt. I felt like I was untouchable. No matter what happened to anyone else, I thought it would never happen to me. Even after my uncle lost his leg to a motorcycle accident, I still felt untouchable. Then I joined the Air Force. As a rider in the military, there are many rules and restrictions I must abide when riding. I have to be licensed to ride, trained and certified through an approved training course (offered on most bases
through Wing Safety), and wear all required PPE, even as a passenger. I had been riding my whole life, but didn’t learn to ride until I road as a service member. I took many things away from the motorcycle safety course, but the most valuable to me was the knowledge I gained on how to react in a dangerous situation. Little did I know, but a few short months after taking the course, I would be putting my training to the test. One day, while out on a ride, I made a mistake. I wasn’t paying enough attention to the road conditions in an unfamiliar area for me to ride and I overshot a turn.
The moment I saw there was no corrective action I could take to keep me on the road was the exact moment motorcycle safety became real for me. The way I saw it, there were two choices I could make: stay on the bike and try to save it from any damage, which could possibly have forced it to go down on top of me putting me in extreme danger, or drop my bike and take my chances on my own and do my best to protect myself from harm. Given what I learned during the motorcycle safety course, I decided to go with option two. I could always fix my bike, but my life is irreplaceable. The fact I have all of my limbs
and am alive to tell this story I attribute to making the right choice. As my bike left the road, I dropped it to the ground and went flying for a few moments before making contact with the ground. The initial impact was very shocking. As I was going down, I tried to get my body sideways so I could try to roll off the impact and avoid road rash or anything like it. That didn’t work out so well because I didn’t have enough time to get to my side. I ended up sliding across the ground on my hands and knees for a short while as I tried to realign
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JBA Buzz What is the biggest lesson you have learned in life? “The biggest lesson that I’ve learned as a human being is to look before you leap.”
“That you can learn from your own mistakes.”
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Arlington, Va. resident “The biggest lesson I’ve learned is to never stress over the small things. Don’t worry, be happy.”
“Being from Boston and my sister having ran in the marathon, the biggest lesson in life I’ve learned is to always stay close to your family. And never forget where you come from.”
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CMSAF Cody visits JBA Airmen Chief Master Sgt. of the Air Force James Cody visited Airmen here April 12 to discuss his vision for the Air Force and what it means for current and future Airmen. The 17th chief master sergeant of the Air Force spoke at the base theater, discussing the future of the Air Force with junior enlisted Airmen, NCOs and Senior NCOs separately. Cody talked about his three key focus areas: deliberately developing Airmen, caring for Airmen and their families, and establishing a healthy work/life balance. The foundation of his Air Force vision is for Airmen to find and maintain a healthy work/life balance and become more resilient by building trust at every level. “It’s not about creating another program or computer-based training,” said Cody. “You need to know your Airmen. We must continue to build a level of trust based on mutual
DANGER, from page 3 my body. Eventually I was able to adjust enough to get into a roll. Rolling was a welcomed relief from the stress of sliding across the ground; unfortunately, I started in too late and ended up crashing into a tree, impacting with the face screen of my helmet. There I was, laying completely still, in shock about what just happened. Fully conscious, I waited there for emergency responders to arrive. My first thought after it happened was “did that really just happen?” I was in complete disbelief that I got into a wreck and
Chief Master Sgt. of the Air Force James Cody speaks to junior enlisted Airmen during an Airman’s call April 12 at Joint Base Andrews, Md. Cody discussed Air Force issues including tuition assistance and the current fiscal environment.
what I really couldn’t figure out is how I reacted the way I did. After I received medical treatment and all the dust settled, I finally got a clear picture of what happened. Overall, I slid 100 feet into a tree, head first. I escaped with only minor road rash, overextended ligaments in my wrists and one knee and a concussion. Without proper PPE and training I wouldn’t have had pads built into my jacket protecting me from serious road rash or a back brace built in to prevent my back from folding. I wouldn’t have had padded gloves to protect my palms and fingers from dragging
across the gravel, dirt and grass. I wouldn’t have had a helmet to protect my head when I smashed into the tree. And lastly, I wouldn’t have had the training to not only know what to do, but to be able to do it and react without even really thinking about it. To this day, I am thankful the Air Force held me responsible for my safety, because if I hadn’t grown out of my reckless ways, that day could have gone very differently for me. For more information or to sign up for motorcycle safety courses, contact the 11th Wing Safety office at 240-612-6377.
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HQ Top 3 and JBA to host Education and Information Fair HQ Top 3 and the JBA Education Office will host an Education and Information Fair 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. April 24 at The Club, 1889 Arnold Circle. Briefings will cover financial aid, GI Bill options, Navy College offerings, JBA Education Office offerings and college-level testing. A representative from HQ Top 3 will speak about joining clubs and organizations to wrap up the event. All presenters, to include the De-
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Drill Team exhibition blossoms in D.C. BY AIRMAN 1ST CLASS ALEXANDER W. RIEDEL AIR FORCE NEWS SERVICE
The U.S. Air Force Honor Guard Drill Team members displayed their skill at a Joint Service Drill Team Exhibition on the National Mall during the 101st National Cherry Blossom Festival April 13. Between the steps of the Lincoln Memorial and its iconic reflecting pool, the 12 Drill Team members joined their sister services in a friendly competition for the audience’s attention and were rewarded with cheering and applause. Proving their commitment to the Air Force’s core value “excellence in all we do,” the team presented their performance with smooth precision. Behind the reflection of their sleek, tinted sunglasses, no emotion or strain was detectable to the masses. The Air Force team uses fully functional, bayonettipped M1 Garand rifles that weigh just shy of 11 pounds. Their professionally choreographed sequence includes high-speed weapon maneuvers, rifle tosses, complex weapon exchanges, and a walk through a gauntlet of spinning weapons. The movements are unforgivingly timed and finely tuned, leaving no room for error. The highlight of the performance featured a stationary drill commander, flanked by four team members who simultaneously hurled their weapons over and around him. First Lt. Michael Lemorie, the Drill Team flight commander, routinely places himself directly in the hands of his most experienced Airmen during
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First Lt. Michael Lemorie is surrounded by the bayonets of fellow U.S. Air Force Honor Guard Drill Team members April 13 at the National Cherry Blossom Festival in Washington, D.C. As the Drill Team’s flight commander, Lemorie often places himself in the middle of dangerous group movements and rifle exchanges to represent the trust Air Force officer have in the Airmen they lead.
the highly dangerous maneuver that snaps bayonets mere inches past his face. “To be out there, as their leader, demonstrates the trust I have in them and I think epitomizes the trust that our Air Force leaders need to have today,” Lemorie said. “Our senior leaders have to trust that the Airmen following them are going to do what they need to do to correctly and proficiently keep this nation safe. “So to be a visible representation of that trust is just the most humbling and honoring experience I have been a part of,” he said. “I will not flinch, I will not move. They can hit me or stab me in the side. But until it’s time for me to move, I will stand and keep that trust and resolve.” The maneuvers of the drill team are often dangerous and injuries to wrists
and hands are common. What seemed accurate and flawless to the uninitiated observer during the festival performance almost went dangerously wrong. During a movement called “reverse unders,” two weapons touched midair, forcing Senior Airman Billy Degraffenreid to catch his weapon in an unconventional way -- saving the day for the team while taking a quarter-size cut through his glove. “The weapon didn’t fully rotate, so the bayonet was coming straight toward me,” Degraffenreid said. “Instead of pulling back my hand to let it drop, I just grabbed (the bayonet) and held on to it.” Despite the initial pain, Degraffenreid did not betray the error. After nearly four years on the team, he is one of the
most experienced members and has learned to keep a straight face. “You just do what you have to do, and push through,” he said. While this year’s event was not a competition for a trophy, Lemorie said he always prepares his men to do their best. “We are the harshest critics on ourselves,” Lemorie said. “So the competition is always on, and when we’re not competing against the other services, we’re certainly competing against ourselves.” The training for the Drill Team is highly selective and begins with a rigorous, eight-week course, teaching the fundamentals of precision drill and continues with ever-demanding daily training. Even the right to be part of a drill is earned, said Lemorie, adding that Air-
The U.S. Air Force Honor Guard Drill Team throw their rifles during the joint service drill team exhibition April 13 at the Lincoln Memorial in Washington, D.C. Drill teams from all four branches of the U.S. armed forces and the U.S. Coast Guard displayed their skills at the event that celebrated U.S. military heritage at the National Cherry Blossom Festival.
men challenge each other for a spot in the formation. “There is competition internally all the time, because the Airmen want to perform, they want their work to show off,” Lemorie said. “The only way they can do that is to beat out somebody for a spot.” Performing in front of an international audience during the special occasion of the National Cherry Blossom Festival put additional pressure on the team. The festival, which celebrates the gift of the cherry blos-
som trees to Washington, D.C., in 1912 and the enduring friendship between the United States and Japan, attracts thousands of viewers every year. “We put in a lot of training and a lot of hours for this,” Lemorie said. “And it was one of the better performances we had this season -- it wasn’t perfect, but still a very good drill. Now we get back into training mode and train our imperfections out. It’s a neverending cycle.”
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Brandon goes over the safety rules and guidance on his Eagle Scout community service project at Watkins Regional Park, Upper Marlboro, Md.
SCOUT, from page 1 knife, outdoor survival, first aid, and financial management.” “It’s been a long journey,” said Brandon. “I’ve learned a lot from different scout masters, and the leaders I had taught me first aid, stuff I didn’t know about and refreshed me on other things I had forgotten,” said the Eleanor Roosevelt High School 9th-grader. Brandon is also thankful to be a part of the Boy Scout Troop 487 because there are at least two Eagle Scouts in the troop who offer him advice to help him reach Eagle Scout rank. “It’s given me a stronger friendship with people I haven’t seen in awhile and basically it’s good to be part of another brotherhood with friends you can lean on.” Although Brandon is taking one challenge at a time, he’s determined to reach his ultimate goal. “I want to be something between a pilot and law enforcement. So I decided that I could put both career fields together and become a helicopter police pilot,” said Brandon excitedly. “So when I turn 17 I’m going to study and get into pilot school, take the test and hopefully pass
it. And when I feel comfortable with that, I’ll go and try for my helicopter license and go out for the police and hopefully make the police helicopter team.” Brandon’s father, Dominick Allen has loaned his support to help him fulfill his life dreams. “He’s a great kid, and he’s made good choices in his life. So I support him in whatever he may choose.” For now, Brandon is committed to completing wheelchair ramps at each end of the bridge when he and his team of volunteers return to Watkins Park Apr. 20. His next step is to write up the final report to document obstacles, changes of plans and difficulties which he encountered. Brandon’s mother said that upon completion, he will turn the report it into the coordinator, who will organize the book. Brandon must also get a letter of completion from the beneficiary, Senior Ranger Ben Sweet, once the project is 100 percent complete. “I enjoy providing support and overseeing these types of community service projects where a Boy Scout can earn Eagle Scout rank,” said Sweet, a MarylandNational Capital Region Park and Planning Commission senior ranger. “I know what it means to them, because of what it meant
Air Force restarts tuition assistance BY STAFF SGT. DAVID SALANITRI
SECRETARY OF THE AIR FORCE PUBLIC AFFAIRS
The Air Force has officially restarted military tuition assistance, effective immediately. The service restarted the program as a result of the Consolidated and Further Continuing Appropriations Act of 2013, where Congress called for the MTA program to continue in the current fiscal year. As a result of the restart, the program will resume the same benefits as before. Airmen are eligible for up to $4,500 per fiscal year and a maximum of $250 per semester hour or quarter hour equivalent to cover tuition and allowable fees. Military tuition assistance is not available retroactively to cover courses taken and paid for using any other funding source during the suspension of military tuition assistance. “Military tuition assistance will be the same program Airmen are used to,” said Russell Frasz, the director of Force Development. “The same policies and procedures will be in place.” With this change, current and future Airmen will be given another tool to develop professionally through advanced education, Frasz said. “Voluntary education and military tuition assistance programs continue to be integral to the recruiting, retention and readiness of Airmen and contribute to institutional competencies,” said Kim Yates, the Air Force Voluntary Education chief. “In the long term, the Air
Force will still be able to leverage the learning achieved by Airmen to ensure a dynamic, flexible force able to work in uncertain environments around the world. They will have the ability to think critically.” Looking to the future, Frasz notes that they are trying to maintain the balance of the military tuition assistance benefits while also ensuring the force is ready and equipped for operations. “We are working with senior leaders to develop a way ahead for fiscal year 2014 that takes into account both the value of the (military tuition assistance) program as well as maintaining the financial health of the program within funding constraints.” Though times may seem uncertain, Frasz wants to reassure Airmen of senior leaders’ commitment to Airmen and their education. The Air Force continues to value education as a force multiplier and Airmen should take advantage of educational opportunities making them more proficient in their profession, setting them up for success in their career. Like all organizations going through sequestration and budgetary struggles, Frasz is committed to fighting for the best Air Force possible. “Fiscal constraints create a challenge that Air Force leadership continues to work through,” he said. “We strive to meet the needs of Airmen and the Air Force.”
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Brandon measures the distance between two concrete footers which will support the weight of the bridge.
Boy Scout Troop 487 poses for a photo during lunch break.
to me when I received my Eagle Scout rank.” To earn the distinguished Eagle Scout rank, Brandon has to earn 21 merit badges, serve six months in a troop leadership position, lead a community service project, attend a Scoutmaster’s Conference and be approved by an Eagle Scout board of review, which includes a grueling hour of questioning.
Brandon, right, oversees the Eagle Scout project while giving guidance to his fellow Boy Scout volunteers.
Disabled Upper Marlboro residents win discrimination case BY DANIEL J. GROSS
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A nearly decade-long confrontation and court battle started over two keys. Two disabled Upper Marlboro residents’ denied requests for key access to their condominium building led to them winning a housing discrimination lawsuit March 28 in the Maryland Court of Appeals. Albert Doby, 87, and Peggy Daniel, 63, filed a civil complaint against the Cameron Grove Condominium management in 2004 citing fair housing violations and discrimination against them for not fulfilling their request. They asked Cameron Grove’s board of directors if they could have keys to use the building’s side doors to have easier access to travel about their community and get to its resort center, which can otherwise be painful given their disabilities. Doby, a Cameron Grove resident since 2004, has had two hip replacements and uses a cane to walk. Daniel, a Cameron Grove resident since 2001, is wheelchair-bound due to severe arthritis. Both said that if they had access to the building’s side doors getting in and out of their building would not be as strenuous and they could more easily use the development’s amenities. “There’s a ballroom, a library, different clubs and computers, [in Cameron Grove’s community center] but to be deprived from a lot of this because of the board of directors is ludicrous,” Doby said. “I decided to move here because I thought it would be a place of peace, but it’s been nothing but hell.” They said for years their building’s president, Norva Jackson,
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Peggy Daniel, 63, and Albert Doby, 87, both of Upper Marlboro, said they are relieved to have the Maryland Court of Appeals rule in their favor on a housing discrimination case they’ve battled for nearly a decade. They said their property management repeatedly denied their request to be granted key access to their building’s side doors to make it easier to travel around their community.
denied their request citing safety and security concerns that the side doors would be left open. Attempts to reach Jackson were unsuccessful. Calls to David Gardner, a Rockville-based attorney for Cameron Grove, were also not returned. When they were not granted their request, they brought their complaint to the Maryland Commission on Civil Rights in 2006, which led to the Maryland Court of Appeals granting the two restitution and deciding that the property management could not prove Doby’s and Daniel’s request was unreasonable. Court of Appeals Judge Lynne
A. Battaglia ordered March 28 that the Cameron Grove Board of Directors would have to pay $25,000 to Daniel and $10,000 to Doby for their pain and suffering and $5,000 in legal fees. According to court documents, an administrative law judge found that Cameron Grove’s Specific Design Plan states that residents should receive pass cards for the front door and side doors of each building and that entry doors should also be monitored by video cameras. Daniel said key card entry systems were eventually installed in
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Fitness Tip:
For fast gains, go slow BY SABINE LOPEZ
FITNESS AND OPERATIONS SPECIALIST WEST FITNESS CENTER
Last week we discussed High-Intensity Training, or HIT, as a way to increase your gains and shake up your weight-lifting routine. This week we’ll emphasize one aspect of HIT, which is to move SLOWLY through each repetition of each exercise. The reason for this emphasis is to take advantage of a quirk of human anatomy: you are stronger in a certain phase of motion than in the opposing phase. There are three phases of muscle movement: concentric, isometric, and eccentric. Think about flexing your biceps, and we’ll go through each phase of the effort. You’re in the concentric phase when you contract your biceps as you move to flex it. The isometric phase is when the muscle is under strain, but there is no movement – such as when you’ve flexed your arm as far as you can go, but you’re still straining to see that biceps bulge. The eccentric phase is when you elongate the muscle, such as when you return your arm to its straight position. Here’s the surprising thing: even in the absence of gravity, research has shown that muscles are stronger in the eccentric (elongating) phase than in the concentric (contracting) phase. And yet, most weight lifters pretty much ignore the eccentric phase, much as you probably did when you flexed your biceps. You can see and hear this in the weight room, when lifters bang the weights on the floor or on the machine. The implication for weight training is profound: to make quick gains, take advantage of the eccentric phase, Here are the ways to do it: First, recognize the eccentric (elongating) phase for any exercise. In the weight room, gravity often helps with the eccentric phase. For example, during a bench press,
the eccentric phase is when you’re moving the weights toward your chest. For a pushup, it’s as you’re returning to the floor. For a triceps dip, it’s as you’re dipping. Now that you’ve identified the eccentric phase, DO NOT simply let gravity help you. Rather, focus on adding MORE resistance during the eccentric phase. There are two ways to do this: you can move more slowly, and you can add weight during the eccentric phase. Slow movements are incredibly easy to incorporate into a routine, and they are devastatingly effective. Simply consider how long it takes to lift a weight normally in the concentric phase, and then at least double that amount of time in the eccentric phase. If it takes you one second to lift the weight in a bench press, concentrate on taking at least two seconds to lower the weight. The more you increase the eccentric phase timing, the more effective resistance you’re adding. Just remember to concentrate on perfect form, as we have said before. Try taking five seconds to lower the weight, and see what happens. If you choose to add heavier weights so that you can maximize your eccentric action, you MUST use a spotter. Because you’re adding more weight than you can lift, you don’t want to get pinned under the stack. If you add weight during a bench press, for example, have your spotter help you lift the heavier weight, then attend to you as you lower the heavier weight and help you move the weight stack to a safe position when you’re done with the exercise. The next time you lift weights, pay attention to when you’re in the eccentric phase. Then, incorporate either or both of these techniques to increase resistance in the eccentric phase, and watch your body respond in an amazing way!
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Special duty attracts Airmen
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Airman 1st Class Devid Wawo, 779th Medical Group medical logistician, speaks with a representative of HUMINT Program Strategic Debrief about career opportunities here on April 16. BY AIRMAN 1ST CLASS JOSHUA R. M. DEWBERRY 11TH WING PUBLIC AFFAIRS
The Air Education and Training Command Special Duty Recruitment Team held a career day at the Joint-Base Andrews theater and at the Joint Base Anacostia Bolling-Stewart theater on April 16. “Special duties are an excellent way for Airmen to gain a breadth of experience. When they have completed their tour, Airmen get to take what they learned back to their career field,” said Master Sgt. Michael Hall, an 11th Wing career assistance advisor and the event coordinator. The special duty positions discussed include military training leader, military training instructor, recruiter, professional military education instructor, flight attendant, enlisted aide, defense courier and U. S. Air Force Honor Guard. These career fields are open to active-duty enlisted members. The AETC career day is held annually and is hosted by career advisors at every installation. Special duty tours usually have a
three-to four-year commitment. Most Airmen return to their previous career field after their special duty tour, bringing increased knowledge and experience they gain. “These assignments enhance skill sets, enhance the Air Force and train future leaders and mentors,” said Chief Master Sgt. Ernest Chapman, AETC superintendent. Chapman was one of the speakers here at career day and had an important message for the Airmen in attendance. “We try to get people to come out of their comfort zones and consider special duty assignments for a career-broadening opportunity,” said Chapman. “Special duty assignments better Airmen by developing better leadership skills, teaching them time management and to better connect with their fellow Airmen.” The base theater was packed full of Airmen seeking career opportunities. “I’m open to anything,” said Airman 1st Class Devid Wawo, 779th Medical Group medical logistician. “I just want to try something different down the road, see what’s available to me so I can gain experience, branch out, and get as much out the military as I can.”
Prince George’s leaders divided on youth violence solution BY DANIEL J. GROSS
PRINCE GEORGE’S GAZETTE
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The killings of eight Prince George’s teens in eight months have county officials and nonprofit leaders divided on the best way to end the “culture of youth violence.” Some officials favor a county-led effort, some nonprofits consider their “inside track” on the pulse of area youth essential while other officials say a hybrid program would be the most effective measure. The killings began at the start of the 2012-2013 school year when Kettering teen Amber Stanley, 17, was gunned down inside her bedroom Aug. 22. Most recently Lewisdale teen Meyder Bladimir Yuman, 18, was shot and killed Feb. 28. The County Council created a work group on “crime, children and safer communities” in late February after three teen killings Feb. 18 and 19. The group — consisting of County Council members, public safety officials and social services agencies — met for the first time March 28 to seek legislative proposals that target youth violence and crime. A Forestville-based juvenile diversion nonprofit hopes to implement a multipronged program that selects youth from area schools and puts them into a sixmonth program to deter them from delinquent acts. “We can’t sit around and relax and wait until another tragedy happens,” said Jerrod Mustaf, a DeMatha High School and University of Maryland, College Park basketball player. Mustaf now heads Take Charge Juvenile Diversion Program, Inc. Mustaf said he plans to identify at-risk teens and put them through a program
that provides job training, outreach, leadership, behavioral modification, financial literacy, family strength education and other resources. Mustaf submitted a plan to County Executive Rushern L. Baker’s III office seeking roughly $200,000. The programs would be held in the six Transforming Neighborhoods Initiative communities: East Riverdale/Bladensburg, Glassmanor/Oxon Hill, Hillcrest Heights/Marlow Heights, Kentland/ Palmer Park, Langley Park and Suitland/ Coral Hills. TNI is a county program put forth by Baker (D) that focuses on improving six county areas that face significant economic, health, public safety and education challenges. Andrea Harrison, County Council and work group chairwoman, said they’re looking at potentially strengthening truancy laws or changing school curricula. “We suffered a number of untimely, unfortunate deaths of young people here and really there was outcry not just from the community, but from us as well,” said Harrison (D-Dist. 5) of Springdale. “We’ll see what might not be working and try to move on from there.” Other council members said tangible results must come out of the work group quickly. “People are very wary about task forces and committees because in so many other situations these things are formed in general and nothing comes of it. One thing we’ve communicated in this effort is that’s not going to happen,” said Mel Franklin (D-Dist. 9) of Upper Marlboro. Mustaf said it will take nonprofit organizations who have first-hand experience dealing with children to improve safety.
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Out of the darkness, into the light: Surviving the Holocaust BY AIRMAN 1ST CLASS JOSHUA R. M. DEWBERRY
11TH WING PUBLIC AFFAIRS OFFICE
A glimmer of hope in their dimly-lit world, Jewish prisoners eagerly prepared for a long-overdue shower. Little did they know, the chamber would not bathe them with water, but with toxic gas. One of the last survivors of the Holocaust, Henry Greenbaum, accepted an invitation to share his story of despair and resiliency at The Club at Andrews here April 9, as Team Andrews recognized National Holocaust Week. “Mr. Greenbaum’s story shows people face adversity in unexpected ways,” said Capt. Karen Hinkle, Andrews Holocaust Remembrance event coordinator. “We all face troubles; our hope is that his story will encourage Airman to perservere and see the light at the end of the tunnel.” Greenbaum was born April 1, 1928, in Starachowice, Poland, among eight siblings. His father, Nuchem, ran a tailor shop out of their home while his mother, Gittel, raised the children. “I had a generally happy childhood,” said Greenbaum. “I went to Hebrew school, played soccer frequently and lived in a home only four doors down from my local synagogue.” The family would be forever changed by World War II. Greenbaum’s father died two months before World War II broke out. In 1940, after the Nazis occupied Poland, the majority of local Jewish population was corralled into a “ghetto.” Greenbaum was put to work assembling munitions in a factory. “It was very dirty, no soap and the pump only put out cold water,” said Greenbaum as he described the unsanitary conditions of the ghettos. “Many of the neighborhood’s residents had lice.” Under Nazi occupation, Polish Jews were forced to wear the Star of David on their person, or face a beating from Nazi soldiers. Scarcity and fear became their new way of life as the Nazis limited their resources and quality of life. “There was such a lack of food available to the rounded-up Jewish people, the women had to trade their jewelry or other personal belongings with the guards just to get pieces of bread,” said Greenbaum. These living conditions were bad, but nothing compared to the horror they would come to know, he added.
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Henry Greenbaum, a holocaust survivor, displays his identification tattoo from Auschwitz Concentration Camp while visiting Joint Base Andrews, Md., April 9. Greenbaum spoke to members of JBA about his losses, struggle, and eventually, his liberation by American forces. Following his story, Greenbaum allowed for a question and answer session, which he discussed his resiliency and faith, which helped him through the Holocaust.
Greenbaum was packed into a freight train with other prisoners and moved from the ghetto to a camp near Treblinka, to experience the horror of a labor camp himself. “At Treblinka, the prisoners did what the guards ordered them to do or were whipped,” said Greenbaum. It was at this camp where his mother, two of his sisters and their children were executed in a gas chamber. Once in camp, in addition to losing their freedom, prisoners were forced to exchange anything of value, including their clothes and jewelry in return for small
blankets and old, unwashed clothes. They were shown to their cramped barracks, where three people shared one bunk -which was a wooden shelf attached to the wall, said Greenbaum. “Horrible living conditions led to decayed health and even an epidemic,” he said. Typhoid fever swept through the camp, taking the lives of his sisters, Chaja and Yita. No matter how awful the situation, prisoners were still expected to follow orders. Every morning there was a rollcall and those who didn’t show up were shot in the barracks, which happened on more than one occasion since typhoid fever made it difficult for some prisoners to even get out of bed, said Greenbaum. In 1943, Greenbaum and his sister Faige attempted an escape. When Nazi guards discovered them, they shot and killed Faige and nearly killed Greenbaum as well -- the bullet grazed his head. Despite the hardships of losing his family and being held prisoner, Greenbaum displayed great resiliency through his will to live and mental fortitude against seemingly insurmountable odds. In 1944, at the age of 15, Greenbaum was taken to Auschwitz and incarcerated in the Buna-Monowitz labor subcamp where he was stripped of his identity completely. “At Auschwitz, I was given my tattoo, A18991, signifying that I no longer had a name, but was to be recognized only by my number,” said Greenbaum. He was once again stripped of his belongings, which by this point was only the clothes he wore, and given his striped uniform and a small blanket he used as a pillow. To make matters worse, he was forced to work at I.G. Farben, a German chemical industry conglomerate producing chemicals used to euthanize the imprisoned populace. “Every night I prayed to God and I cried myself to sleep,” said Greenbaum. Greenbaum was in Auschwitz for four months when he encountered British soldiers who told him the prisoners will be saved and to be patient. They warned Greenbaum that bomber planes would be hitting the camp and when that happens, to duck in the sand to avoid the blasts. Allied air forces soon began bombing the camps, trains, locomotives and rail system. Rather than setting their prison-
ers free, the Nazi soldiers marched them to their next camp. As a result of the bombings and the Soviet army nearing Auschwitz, Greenbaum and his fellow prisoners were marched to Flossenburg, a concentration camp bordering Czechoslovakia. A few months later, when the American forces neared Flossenburg, the prisoners were next marched toward Dachau. As Allied forces moved closer into Axis territory and the prisoners were running on their last fumes of hope, something incredible appeared like a mirage before them, Greenbaum explained. They were liberated at Neunberg vorm Wald on April 25, 1945, by U.S. soldiers from the 11th Armored Division. “A tank rolled up to us and a skinny little soldier popped his head out of the tank,” said Greenbaum. “He came up to us, put his hand to his face and said, ‘We are Americans and you are free.’” “I was 17 and weighed 75 pounds,” said Greenbaum. “American soldiers were the kindest guys in the world, they would give you the shirts off of their backs. God bless you, I have much respect for you, thank you for saving my life.” After liberation, with the help of his cousin who cared for him after he was shot, Greenbaum was reunited with his brother Zachary, who was imprisoned in the Vilna ghetto. The brothers sent a telegram to their sister Dina in the U.S., letting her know they survived and settled at the Zeilsheim displaced persons camp near Frankfurt, Germany, until she was able to arrange for their immigration. In the summer of 1946, the brothers arrived in New York, where they met their brother David, and eventually reunited with the rest of their family. Of the Greenbaum family, only the three sons and their sister Dina survived the Holocaust. Greenbaum and his late wife, Shirley, settled in Bethesda, Md. They have four children, 12 grandchildren, and four great-grandchildren. Today, Greenbaum volunteers at the National Holocaust Memorial Museum in Southwest Washington, D.C., where he shares his story and message of hope with visitors. Greenbaum said, “Perservere, have the will to live, do not give up. If you give in, then you lose yourself. You’ve got to have faith in God.”
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Military children in the NCR: Proud, ready and resilient BY AIR FORCE DISTRICT OF WASHINGTON PUBLIC AFFAIRS
Every April brings cherry blossoms, outdoor activities and awareness of the military child in the National Capital Region and across the Department of Defense. Military children make up a very special part of our nation’s population. Although young, these brave sons and daughters stand in steadfast support of their military parents through moves and deployments, according to www. defense.gov. “When we talk about how our men and women in uniform sacrifice so much and serve this country so bravely, we’re not just talking about your parents, we are talking about all of you,” First Lady of the United States Michelle Obama said in an article published on the www.defense.gov website. “We’re talking about our military kids and our military families, because we know that when your parents are called to serve, you all serve right alongside them.” When a military member deploys, family life continues on without them; their children graduate, compete in sporting events, and perform in recitals. The Month of the Military Child honors the unique contributions and sacrifices military children make on behalf of our country, according to www. defense.gov.
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Senior Master Sgt. Kevin Clyatt, 133th Maintenance Group, embraces his daughter, Kiera, April 1 at Joint Base Andrews, Md.
Senior Airman Michael Junk, U.S. Air Force Honor Guard, plays with his daughter, Kathryn, April 9 at Joint Base Anacostia-Bolling, D.C.
Staff Sgt. Nicole Green, Air Force District of Washington Protocol NCO, smiles at her daughter, Ella, March 28 at Joint Base Andrews, Md.
Senior Airman Michael Junk, U.S. Air Force Honor Guard, enjoys time with his daughter, Kathryn, April 9 at Joint Base AnacostiaBolling, D.C.
Ella Green stands with her mother, Staff Sgt. Nicole Green, Air Force District of Washington, March 28 at Freedom Park, Joint Base Andrews, Md.
Staff Sgt. Seddrick Crusoe, White House Communications Agency, spends time with his daughter, Caury, and son, Macen, near the Potomac River, April 3 at Joint Base Anacostia-Bolling, D.C.
Death notice ATTENTION ALL PERSONNEL: 1st Lieutenant Brittne Lynn regretfully announces the death of Senior Airman Thomas Richardson. Anyone having claims against or indebtedness to the estate of Sr. Airman Thomas Richardson contact 1st Lieutenant Brittne Lynn Summary Court Officer, at 202-404-7328.
ELECTIONS, from page 1 sis Association of America truck available to collect donations of household goods and food vendors. “I’m really looking forward to this day. I think this is something we’ll be able to build on in the future and it’s going to be awesome,” said Mayor Karen Rooker. The town hall will be closed on or about May 7 through mid-June to allow for renovations to the ceiling and lights. Meetings normally scheduled to occur in the town hall will be moved to the Fire Department building during renovations. Outgoing Mayor Karen Rooker read a prepared statement about her decision not to seek reelection, citing improvements made to the town during her tenure including finding new sources of revenue such as speed and red light cameras, creating a handbook for civilian employees of the town, strong relationships with the town police and fire departments and hiring two full-time public works employees and one full-time code enforcement employee. A tearful Rooker then thanked her family for their sacrifices made to enable her to work for the betterment of the town, and encouraged all residents to vote in the May 6 elections.
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Senior Master Sgt. Kevin Clyatt, 133th Maintenance Group, enjoys time with his daughter, Kiera, April 1 at Joint Base Andrews, Md.
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JBA HALF MARATHON JUST AROUND THE CORNER
CVC makes an impact, seeks leadership BY SENIOR AIRMAN TABITHA N. HAYNES AIR FORCE DISTRICT OF WASHINGTON PUBLIC AFFAIRS
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Staff Sgt. David Nicholson, 779th Aerospace Medical Squadron NCO in charge of presidential support, runs multiple times a week during his lunch-hour in preparation for the upcoming Joint Base Andrews Half Marathon taking place April 20. Nicholson ran his first half marathon in Seoul, South Korea and said he knew that running would always be part of his life when he crossed the finish line that day.
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One year since its birth, the Air Force District of Washington’s Command Volunteer Coordinators are looking for leaders to excel the program through its second year of community outreach. The Command Volunteer Coordinators, commonly called CVC, give Airmen the opportunity to volunteer for events that interest them and make a difference. “AFDW Airmen make a difference in the lives of others through service in our Air Force and service in our local communities,” said AFDW Commander Maj. Gen. Sharon K. G. Dunbar. “Linking in with the CVC is a great way for Airmen to assist others while working in close partnership with our total force joint team here in the nation’s capital.” U.S. Air Force Honor Guard Flight Commander Capt. Alexander Stanton volunteered to be the CVC coordinator when it was created a year ago to support local communities through community service. Now the inaugural CVC team is looking for a new OIC and Airmen to work closely with community service chairs from all service branches in D.C. “As the officer in charge of the CVC program, I’m responsible for coordinating the Air Force’s efforts in large-scale joint service projects, and planning and executing Air Force-led community service projects,” said Stanton. “The types of projects we aim for can take anywhere from 50 to 500 volunteers.” CVC provided opportunities for 1,565
Airmen to volunteer in 2012, contributing a total of 17,550 service hours, according to Stanton. “When I was in high school and college I did a lot of community service with Civil Air Patrol and ROTC,” Stanton said. “I realized then the time I spent helping others gave me a great feeling, and I have continued serving my community as my military service has progressed.” In 2012, the community service hours contributed by AFDW’s CVC volunteers totaled $344,600 in value, according to the Points of Light formula used by both Naval District Washington CVC and AFDW CVC to calculate the value of a volunteer. Some of the details of the leadership jobs include: Site visits for events and projects, logistics and travel, coordinating volunteers, advertising events, safety concerns for venues, attending staff meetings and coordinating with the commands in the National Capital Region, networking and briefing the AFDW commander. “As you can tell from the number of projects and the community impact we had last year alone, this is an incredibly rewarding job,” said Stanton, who is leaving the AFDW family for another assignment. “I enjoy working with the volunteers to get the projects done and I’ll be sad to leave the program.” However, the program must continue with new officer and enlisted leadership. For more information about an opportunity to become an AFDW CVC leader, contact the AFDW Public Affairs Community Outreach division at (240) 612-6464. To learn more about the program, visit www. facebook.com/AFDW.Volunteers.
Religious Services on base Islamic
Prayer Room in Chapel 1 Annex Daily Prayer Monday - Friday, 7:30 a.m. - 4 p.m. Prayer Service Friday, 11 a.m. - 4 p.m.
Gospel Service 11:30 a.m. Tuesday Family Night at Base Theater Family meal 5 p.m. Christian Education and AWANA Kid’s Program 6 p.m.
Jewish
Roman Catholic
Kiddush/Sabbath dinner Friday, 6 p.m. All are welcome. To RSVP and for location contact: Rabbi, Capt. Schechter at 240-671-2270 or sarah.schechter@us.af.mil. You can find a complete listing of Yom Kippur services in the National Capital Region through www.jewishindc.com.
Protestant:
Sunday Services Chapel 2, Traditional Service 9 a.m. Base Theater, Contemporary Service 10 a.m.
COMMENTARY, from page 2 eties of birds and toads and insects going about their business in the neighborhood we share. It’s fascinating, but I know I’ll never really understand. I can guess, I can pretend to know, but really that’s just mind games I’m playing with myself for my own entertainment. Some things we can learn. Others are destined to be mysteries for-
DISCRIMINATION, from page 6 2008 after their complaints were filed, but the court cases continued in order to set precedence for future complainants. The case result paves the way for other disabled residents in Maryland filing similar complaints of housing discrimination, said Terrence Artis, a Maryland Civil Rights Commission attorney representing Doby and Daniel.
PASTORS, from page 3 ence and training as an engineer fit in well with her duties as a minister. “Engineering really taught me a way of thinking, a way of processing information. It gave me a disciplined mind,” Hodges said. “... It helps me to be a more effective leader.” South Laurel resident Cal Kirby, a
VIOLENCE, from page 7 “You have to have your finger on the pulse. If I sit in an office all day how do I feel and know what’s going on in the community?” Mustaf said. Take Charge hosts an annual basketball camp and 16-week diversionary sessions. Barry Stanton, the county’s deputy director of public safety, said Mustaf ’s proposal is “impressive” since it targets the
Reconciliation by appointment, call 301-981-2111 Daily and Saturday Mass have been temporarily suspended. Chapel 1, 1345 W. Perimeter Road. Mass Sunday, 8:30 a.m. Chapel 2, 3715 Fetchet Ave. Rite of Christian Initiation of Adults (RCIA) classes Monday, 6 p.m. For information, pastoral counseling and religious accommodation of all faith traditions call 301-981-2111 or visit the chapel office at 1345 W Perimeter Road. ever. As I sit at my desk listening to the whistles and squawks of a hundred voices, each communicating something to those who have ears to hear, I am thankful for the symphony of nature. I’m a lot more grateful, though, to have people around me who can hear what I have to say, who can speak so I can understand, and who can work with me to make a beautiful music of our own. Artis said the case showed that once residents have shown they are asking for a reasonable accommodation, it’s the responsibility of the defendant to prove that it’s unreasonable. “That was something that had never been decided. It’s always been murky as to who had the burden,” Artis said. “It’s been a long fight. We fought and fought and now the victory has been decided.” This story originally appeared in the April 16 edition of the Prince George’s Gazette. founding member of Oaklands, was a member of the pastor nominating committee and said Hodges’ private sector background has already proved helpful. “She thinks things through very logically,” Kirby said. “She’s a great problemsolver.” This story originally appeared in the April 17 edition of the Prince George’s Gazette. TNI areas, but said the county may decide just to expand or reinstate existing programs. “We’re not going to spend county funds just to spend county funds,” he said. Harrison said the work group will meet monthly for the next six months and have a detailed report by September. This story originally appeared in the April 12 edition of the Prince George’s Gazette.
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