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FRIDAY, MARCH 20, 2015 | VOL. 4 NO. 12

Harlem Globetrotters honor Hometown Hero during game

After the National Anthem, Luksan was welcomed to mid court, inThe crowd cheered as troduced to the stadium the world-famous Har- audience and thanked lem Globetrotters took for his service while decenter stage at George ployed to Bagram, AfMason University’s Pa- ghanistan, to photograph triot Center in Fairfax, and collect video imagery of the U.S. draw-down Va., on March 13.

The “ominous” lore of initiatives. He was then Friday the 13th didn’t presented with a special keep the ball-handling camouflaged basketball wizards from spreading autographed by the Glotheir usual cheer and betrotter team members.

The team members alfrolic to a large crowd of fans and one special so play a portion of each guest during a scheduled game with a camouflage game against long-time basketball as a sign of arch rivals, the Washing- respect to all who protect the nation’s freedom. ton Generals.

“The experience was The Globetrotters paid very interesting,” said tribute to Army Staff Sgt. Daniel Luksan as part of Luksan, assigned to its Hometown Hero Pro- Fort George G. Meade “It felt gram, recognizing his in Maryland. like something out of a dedicated military service. Now in their 89th movie,” said Luksan, a consecutive season, the resident of New Smyrna global travelers honor Beach, Fla. Luksan was recogservice members at every game during their annu- nized by his command for al military tour. see GAME, page 7

BY BOBBY JONES

STAFF PHOTOJOURNALIST

U.S. AIR FORCE GRAPHIC BY STAFF SGT. NICHOLAS RAUL

Feb. 26 the District of Columbia legalized marijuana; however, its use is still against federal law and the Uniform Code of Military Justice. Service members stationed at Joint Base Andrews are advised to be aware and avoid any exposure to the drug.

BY SENIOR AIRMAN PRESTON WEBB

11TH WING PUBLIC AFFAIRS

With recent changes to laws in Washington, D.C., governing marijuana use and possession, Team Andrews members are reminded to be careful and avoid inadvertently coming into contact with the substance.

Initiative 71 — Legalization of Possession of Minimal Amounts of Marijuana for Personal Use Act of 2014 — went into full effect Feb. 26. Initiative 71 allows anyone in D.C. who is 21 or older to “possess up to two ounces of marijuana on non-federal property; gift up to one ounce of marijuana; cultivate up to six marijuana plants, no more than three of which may be mature; possess marijuana-related drug paraphernalia; and use marijuana on private property.”

Under Title 21, Section 844 of the United States Code, it’s unlawful for any person to knowingly or intentionally possess a controlled substance. Tetrahydrocannabinol, or THC, the active chemical in the Cannabis or marijuana

see DOPE, page 3

PHOTO/BOBBY JONES

“Sweet J” Ekworomadu, Globetrotter guard, watches a future Globetrotter show off her newly learned skill.

K-9 Veteran’s Day operational state side dog kennel in the Department of Defense,” 11TH WING PUBLIC AFFAIRS said Staff Sgt. Mark Winning, 11th Security It was 73 years ago Forces Support Squadthat military working ron military working dog dogs (MWD) first en- handler. “We have more tered the service on Mar. than 30 dogs on base.

13, 1942, to serve the MWDs will, on average, Army’s K-9 Corps. Since work eight to 10 years then, it has been infor- before retiring with honmally known as K-9 Vet- ors and hopefully being eran’s Day. adopted out to a family.

Today, MWDs conSmaller bases might tinue to serve in all have one or two K-9 branches for the purpos- units on duty, whereas es of finding explosives, we will have five to six weapon caches and drug K-9 units patrolling the paraphernalia on base base at any given time.” and abroad.

“This is the largest see K-9, page 5

BY AIRMAN 1ST CLASS JOSHUA R. M. DEWBERRY

ST. PATRICK’S PARADE

U.S. AIR FORCE PHOTO/AIRMAN 1ST CLASS PHILIP BRYANT

U.S. Air Force Concert Band members march down Constitution Ave. in Washington, D.C., March 15. The concert band led the way during the 44th Annual St..

Patrick’s Parade.

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Hot tickets around town March 20-22

16th Annual Symposium Lincoln’s Assassination: “...He Belongs to the Ages” Surratt House Museum, 9118 Brandywine Road, Clinton, MD 20735 Scholars explore such topics as the character of John Wilkes Booth, the role of Cpl. Tanner in taking eyewitness accounts, Lincoln’s funeral trip back to Illinois, the effects of Mrs. Lincoln in future years, and the Lincoln Legacy as it has come down through 150 years. Call 301-868-1121 or visit www. history.pgparks.com.

March 20

Live At Montpelier: Ron Kearns Quintet 8 p.m.

Montpelier Arts Center, 9652 Muirkirk Road, Laurel, MD 20708 The Ron Kearns Quintet has been a favorite at jazz festivals and venues all over the United States.

Led by veteran recording artist, producer, and educator Ron Kearns on saxophone, with Paul Wingo on guitar, Kent Miller on bass, Mark Prince on drums, and Michael Thomas on trumpet/fluegelhorn, the Washington, D.C.-based group performs acoustic jazz in the style of the Old Blue Note Records recordings of Be Bop and Hard Bop. Call 301-3777800 or visit www.arts.pgparks.com.

March 22

Love 2 Dance Teen Showcase 4 p.m.

Publick Playhouse, 5445 Landover Rd., Cheverly, MD 20784 Talented dancers from area schools and dance studios will perform modern dance, ballet, world dance and other dance styles. This event will bring the Love 2 Dance celebration to a spectacular finish.

Call 301-277-1710 or visit www.pgparks.com.

March 21

Death in Them Thar Hills by the Bowie Community Theatre at the College Park Moose Lodge, Mar 21 6 p.m.

Presented by Bowie Community Theatre, College Park Moose Lodge #1262, 3700 Metzerott Road, College Park, MD Death in Them Thar Hills is an audience participation, murder mystery dinner theatre where ten actors in costume from the Bowie Community Theatre will perform. The setting is in the 1880’s gold rush era near the Grand Canyon, where prospector and gold mine owner, Dusty Jones, died suddenly.

The fun begins when we try to figure out ‘who dun him in.’ Call: 301-935-5525

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Friday, March 20, 2015

Commentary

Cybercrime: How it affects you innocent victims by exploiting the public’s trust in the U.S. military.

AIR FORCE OFFICE OF SPECIAL Online scammers use U.S. INVESTIGATIONS, DETACHMENT 221 military members’ information, whether real or fake, for three Cybercrime is the fastest growreasons: 1) credibility; 2) plausiing and most dynamic area of bility; and 3) emotional appeal. crime. Ever-increasing reliance Appearing attractive to a victim’s on cyber technology is allowing emotional response the crimicriminals to operate with virtual nal generates trust and loyalty impunity across a range of crimiin order to increase credibility nal activities and jurisdictions. once the scam is suggested. The Although the types of crimes military ties also give criminals are not necessarily new (theft, a credible reason to solicit money fraud, extortion, drug prolifera- from victims that would normally tion and sex-based exploitation), make such a request seem suspithe technology provides crimi- cious. Two of the most common nals an unprecedented range of online scenarios are sale scams targets, increased operational and the Nigerian Letter scams. capabilities and a reduced risk of Online sale scams: The scam capture and prosecution. begins by offering online goods In 2013, cybercriminals de- well below their market price, frauded the U.S. public to the most frequently carried out on tune of more than $780 million an online sale site. Most of such through a variety of online scams scams involve vehicle sales and ranging in a level of complex- generally take the following patity from simple fraud schemes to tern: a scammer advertises a vecomplex hacking scams, accord- hicle for sale at a price almost too ing to the 2013 Internet Crime good to be true and describes the Report, FBI. In the past few vehicle in broad terms. The potenyears, there have been numer- tial victim answers the ad and is ous online scams where crimi- soon contacted by the scammer, nals have either directly targeted claiming to be a member with a military personnel or used actual U.S. military unit that’s being and fictitious information about deployed abroad. The scammer U.S. military members to defraud uses this “deployment” to explain the public. These scams range in the devalued sales price of the forms and all are designed to ex- vehicle and they will be unable tort information or money from to test drive it. Often, the scamBY SPECIAL AGENT MONTE STEPHENS

mer insists the transaction take place quickly and requests the potential victim wire the money or transfer funds via the purchase of a money card and then providing the code to the scammer.

Advance-fee online fraud scam or Nigerian Letter scams: Seeks to defraud potential victims by promising big profits in exchange for help moving large sums of money. Claiming to be a government official, business person or the surviving spouse of a former government leader, the criminals offer to transfer millions of dollars into victim’s bank account in exchange for a small fee. The scammer really wants the victim’s bank account information in order to transfer money out of their account.

Air Force personnel appear to be at risk to online impersonation because of the perceived reputability and integrity of service members by the general public.

Criminals looking to impersonate service members can find an abundance of personal information from official websites, news articles and social networking sites. Air Force members should be aware their personal information can be exploited by online imposters and must remain vigilant to protect and minimize their Internet footprint.

Retiree Corner Compound Drugs Screened

sible stewards of taxpayer dollars.

Many compound drugs will still be covered because they include inExpress Scripts, the Tricare gredients proven to be safe. Most pharmacy contractor, will begin screening all ingredients in com- beneficiaries are not expected to pound drug claims on May 1, to experience any delay in receiving ensure they are safe and effective. their prescriptions.

This process will be the same as that being used by Tricare for oth- VA Sports Clinic The Department of Veterans er prescription drugs. Compounds are a combination of drug ingredi- Affairs (VA) is accepting applicaents prepared by a pharmacist for tions from veterans interested in a patient’s individual needs. Tri- participating in the National Vetcare beneficiaries taking a com- erans Summer Sports Clinic, Sept. pound drug that is likely to be im- 13-18 in San Diego. The annual pacted by the change will receive a event is expected to attract veterletter explaining the new process. ans from all over the country who Use of compound drugs has in- have sustained a variety of injucreased in recent years. However, ries ranging from traumatic brain some compound drug ingredients injury and polytrauma, to spinal have limited evidence that they cord injury or loss of limb. It repare safe and effective. If a com- resents VA’s continued commitpound does not pass an initial ment to offer adaptive sports and screen, the pharmacist can switch recreation therapy as an integral a non-approved ingredient with part of a successful rehabilitation an approved one, or request the program. The application deadline doctor write a new prescription. is May 1. For more information, A Defense Health Agency spokes- visit www.summersportsclinic. man said its highest priority is va.gov. to provide beneficiaries safe and effective care while being respon- Nurse Line Can Help

Tricare beneficiaries can call the Nurse Advice Line (NAL) for advice on health care questions.

Not all problems require a visit to the hospital. The NAL is a team of Registered Nurse to help determine what immediate care is needed. The nurse may provide you with advice on home treatments and remedies. If urgent care is needed, the NAL will help you with a medical appointment.

The NAL will advise on all Tricare services available to you. To access the NAL call 1 800 874-2273 and select option 1. Get more information about the Nurse Advice Line on the Tricare website.

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 301 981-2726. Call before your visit to ensure a volunteer is on duty. The RAO has a website at www.andrews.af.mil.

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Navy Memorial commemorates Navy Centennial, opens historical exhibit

BY BOBBY JONES

STAFF PHOTOJOURNALIST

On March 11, the Navy Memorial in Washington, D.C., joined in the year-long celebration of the United States Navy Reserve’s Centennial celebration, entitled “The Year of the Navy Reserve: A Centennial Celebration.”

March 3 marked the 100th birthday of the Navy Reserve, which was kicked off by the anchor leadership of Juan M. Garcia, III, Assistant Secretary of the Navy, Manpower and Reserve Affairs, Adm. Jonathan W. Greenert, Chief of Naval Operations and Vice Adm. Robin R. Braun, Chief of Navy Reserve during various military and civilian television appearances.

Braun, the first female chief of Naval Reserve, has participated in numerous events around the country, including a guest appearance on the Jimmy Fallon in New York, were she made Fallon an honorary member of the Naval Reserve on Mar. 4. There are approximately 180 events scheduled for the year-long celebration.

“Personally, I’m tremendously honored to be able to be the chief of Navy Reserve during the Centennial. This is not just a day, or a week that we’re marking; we’ll be celebrating throughout the year at cities across the country,” said Braun.

“It means a lot to recognize the service of those sailors who

went before us, as well as those sailors who are currently serving, as well as the family members and employers, because they have really sacrificed so much for the nation,” said Braun. “I would be remiss if I didn’t recognize the millions of people and family going back to 1915 who have served – men and women who left their communities, civilian jobs and families in order to sacrifice for the nation. We’re tremendously proud to be able to carry on the legacy that they started for us.”

Braun, participated in a ribbon cutting ceremony to open an exhibit showcasing Navy Reserve historical artifacts, model ships, artwork, recruiting posters by Navy Reserve combat artists and Navy Reserve uniforms both past and present day. The new exhibit will honor the Navy Reserve’s proud tradition of service and will run through April 2016.

One uniform on display was courtesy of Navy Reservist, Lt. Chaiyant Chanchang, Officer in Charge, Coastal Riveron 11, Seal Beach, Calif. Chanchang, a Navy veteran of seven years, wore the uniform while serving as an ‘Individual Augmentee’ with the Army’s 82nd Airborne Division while deployed to Kandahar, Afghanistan in 2012. An intelligence analyst for the FBI in Los Angeles, Chanchang used his civilian job experience to advise American and allied troops in the intelligence

PHOTO/BOBBY JONES

Arlene M. Sandifer, stands proudly next to a donated display of Steward 3rd Class Petty George Walter Briscoe, her father who served in the Naval Reserve during WWII.

community and help train new ranks of Afghani intelligence specialists.

Another recent piece of Na-

US Chamber, Washington Wizards, Capital One to host Hiring Our Heroes job fair Chamber of Commerce and Event to include more than 100 employers; all attendees invited to Wizards military apprecia- Capital One launched Hiring 500,000 Heroes, a national tion game that night The U.S. Chamber of Commerce Foundation, Monumental Sports, the Verizon Center, and the Washington Wizards, along with lead sponsors Capital One and Lockheed Martin, will host Hiring Our Heroes — Washington, D.C., a hiring fair for veterans and military spouses on March 25 at the Verizon Center, noon to 4 p.m.

Interested job seekers should pre-register online at www.hiringourheroes.org. Veterans must provide proof of service.

The event also will include a free Hiring Our Heroes employment workshop at 10 a.m. focusing on resume-building, job search tools, and interview techniques for all jobseekers.

campaign to engage the business community in committing Pre-registered attendees to hire half a million veterans are eligible to receive up to four and military spouses by the end free tickets for them and their of 2014. Thus far, more than families to attend that eve- 1,700 businesses of all sizes ning’s game between the Wash- have pledged to hire 585,000 ington Wizards and the Indiana heroes toward this goal. To Pacers. date, 369,000 hires have been More than 100 employers are confirmed toward this goal. expected to participate with jobs This hiring event is also beavailable for veterans and mili- ing supported by the U.S. Detary spouses of all ranks and partment of Labor Veterans levels of experience. Companies — Employment and Training participating in the event in- Service (DOL VETS), the Emclude large and small compa- ployer Support of the Guard nies from across the region. and Reserve (ESGR), the U.S. Since Hiring Our Heroes be- Department of Veterans Afgan in March 2011, more than fairs, The American Legion, 1,500 companies have hired Goodwill Industries Interna25,000 veterans and military tional, and other local partners. spouses as a result of more The U.S. Chamber of Comthan 850 hiring fairs. merce Foundation (USCCF) is In March 2012, the U.S. a 501(c)

vy memorabilia was donated to the Navy Memorial by Arlene M. Sandifer, a native Washingtonian.

DOPE, from page 1 plant, is a controlled substance under Section 812 of the same code.

“Federal Law supersedes local legislation and anyone attempting to enter the base should be aware they may be held responsible for any controlled substances in their vehicle,” said Staff Sgt. Matthew Smith, 11th Security Forces Support Squadron reports and analysis clerk.

Federal law enforcement agents may arrest anyone for possession of marijuana on federal property, which includes military bases.

Punishment for possessing, using, manufacturing or introducing controlled substances to the installation can be severe.

The THC contained in marijuana is classified as a Schedule I controlled substance, and not permitted on base.

According to the base legal office, service members possessing less than 30 grams of marijuana could face a dishonorable discharge, forfeiture of all pay and allowances and up to two years confinement; while service members possessing more than

Sandifer noted she visited the event because of an article she had read in the Senior Beacon about the Navy Memorial having a Black History Month program. “The event had a guest speaker, David Almond, who authored a book entitled “A Sailor’s Story in Black and White,” which recounts a race riot aboard the USS Kitty Hawk during the Vietnam War,” said Sandifer. “So after the presentation, I thought about it, and decided to donate all of my father’s memorabilia because of his service as a Steward 3rd Class Petty Officer in the Navy during WWII. Mr. Mark Weber, the Navy Memorial curator, was so impressed he told me that they wanted to include him in the Centennial exhibit.”

Sandifer’s donated items include a photograph of her father in uniform, his Steward 3rd Class rating badge, dog tags, a photograph of him as a young steward, Navy Training Course certificate and a signed letter by President Harry Truman.

“I am so proud and grateful to have his memorabilia on display for posterity,” said Sandifer. “I’m so thankful to the U.S. Navy Memorial to recognize my dad because he served at a time when all of the armed forces were segregated. This just means so much to me and I had a wonderful father as a role model.”

30 grams could face a steeper punishment of five years confinement along with dishonorable discharge and forfeiture of pay and allowances.

“Under 21 USC, Section 844, civilians could face one year imprisonment and/or a fine of up to $1,000 for a first offense,” said Capt. Anahid Nikogosian, 11th Wing assistant staff judge advocate. “Repeat offenders face a mandatory 15 day imprisonment and $2,500 fine.”

However, under the new legislation, marijuana is expected to become more popular with the local population. Possession and use of marijuana on Team Andrews is still illegal for all persons entering and residing on base, including service members, residents, contractors and civilian employees.

“Dependent family members can also find themselves facing a federal judge if they think it is now legal to bring Marijuana on base,” said Nikogosian. “It is important for all base employees and residents to be aware of and to comply with the Marijuana-related laws applicable to Andrews.”

Contributions from the District of Columbia Metropolitan Police Department website.

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Joint-service band tours Idaho, Mo. oration is one small example of the joint-service 11TH WING PUBLIC AFFAIRS atmosphere experienced across the Air Force and The U.S. Air Force the military at-large.”

Band’s Airmen of Note According to Burns, toured Idaho and Mis- the trip was a wonderful souri from Feb. 26-28. experience.

The tour’s mission “We had a great time!” supported the Air Force Burns said. “One highBand’s mission of hon- light was getting to peroring those who have form alongside a stellar served, inspiring patrio- jazz artist, Stefon Harris, tism and positively im- during part of our set at pact the global commu- the Lionel Hampton Jazz nity.

Festival. We also made “These large music friends with the artistic festivals not only reach director for the festival, the local community, but John Clayton. John has also draw audiences from recorded with most evacross the region,” said eryone in the industry, Senior Master Sgt. Kevin Burns, Acting NCO in- and is a top Los Angeles charge of the Airmen of band leader and studio Note. “One festival event musician.”

The excellence the can have a massive geoband seeks to embody in graphic reach.” their mission and perforThe Band performed at the Lionel Hampton mances preceded the tour Jazz Festival in Moscow, buses.

“It’s always an eyeIdaho and a concert at Missouri State Univer- opening experience to hear someone like John sity, Missouri.

Clayton give such a The tour included help from other services and a glowing introduction for us prior to our perveteran.

“The support from formance,” Burns said.. other services helped our “Even though we were unit support our impor- meeting this icon of the tant deployment mission, industry for the first as these members filled time, we got the sense he in for Airman musicians knew us quite well.”

It is tours like these, that are currently deployed,” said Chief Mas- fitting into the larger ter Sgt. Jennifer L. Pag- mission of the band, nard, U.S. Air Force Band which puts the excellence marketing and outreach in all the Air Force does chief. “This kind of collab- on display.

BY AIRMAN 1ST CLASS J.D. MAIDENS

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D.C. Air National Guard to reach historic milestone protecting nation’s skies deal of success protecting America’s skies, due to the intensity and dedicaThe D.C. Air National tion of our team.”

Guard’s 113th Wing AeroThe 113th Wing’s prispace Control Alert (ACA) mary aircraft, the F-16 Detachment is on the Fighting Falcon, and their verge of achieving 5,000 trained personnel, are on alert events since Sept. alert 24-hours a day, 365 11, 2001, making it the days a year. The unit typimost active ACA in the cally scrambles their jet nation. once a day responding to As part of the federal potential threats. These government’s efforts to F-16’s and the D.C. Air protect U.S. airspace, the U.S. AIR FORCE PHOTO/SENIOR AIRMAN PERRY ASTON National Guard trained ACA mission includes An Airman from the 113th Aircraft Maintenance personnel are part of a aerospace control forces Squadron prepares an F-16 Fighting Falcon for a multi-layered air defense arrayed in a rapid retraining mission April 3, 2012 at Joint Base Andrews, system for the nation’s sponse posture to conduct Md. The 113th Wing provides air sovereignty forces to capital. both sovereignty and defend the National Capital Region and also provides The 113th Wing’s ACA air defense operations is one of 16 alert basing against airborne threats fighter, airlift and support forces capable of local, locations across the Unitin the National Capi- national and global employment. tal Region. An alert is a is a significant mile- units combined,” said Lt. ed States which deter, respond to, and if necessary rapid response to any air defense operation and air stone, and it is double Col. John Vargas 113th defeat airborne threats the amount of all other Wing ACA Commander. over the United States emergency.

“The 5,000 event tally Air National Guard ACA “We have had a great and Canada.

BY MAJ. MICHAEL ODLE

113TH WING PUBLIC AFFAIRS

Get involved, learn to be prepared during Red Cross Month bor – that is at the core of everything we do through all of our services,” shared Every year since Presi- Geoff DeLizzio, Chief Opdent Franklin D. Roosevelt erating Officer American first did so in 1943, March Red Cross in the National is used to recognize the Capital Region.

Red Cross. It is an opportu“We love our volunteers nity to not only recognize and we need volunteers the work of the organiza- in almost every one of our tion but it also provides services.” an opportunity to spotlight “Our volunteers range ways for everyone to be- from a concerned neighbor come involved. who wants to come out and “This year we’ve been help to a logistics profeslocally celebrating com- sional who knows how to munity involvement; we warehouse and operate a can’t do the things we do forklift. So we’re in need without our volunteers. of a range of skill sets; and Neighbor helping neigh- because we have such a

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robust mission there’s always a great need” Delizzio said.

“Our roles have a good bit of training involved with them; these are not folks just coming in to stuff envelopes so we can send out mailers. These are folks – in some cases our disaster responders – that are going out and it’s 3 a.m. in the morning to help a victim of a single house fire. And they are providing comfort; they are providing financial assistance. They are doing tangible things to improve their community.”

Beyond natural disasters, the Red Cross is constantly in the community responding to needs.

“We’re not just responding to the Super storm Sandys or the Typhoon Haiyans.

We do carry out those large scale responses; but we are also responding every single day in the community – whether it’s a house fire or a water main break that’s putting an elderly person out of the home.

“We also have a major role in Service to the Armed Forces, which is actually what we were founded on by Clara Barton in 1881. The Service to the Armed Forces is such a critical piece of what we

do. We provide emergency communication support.

We partner with the Department of Defense to receive emergency communication from service members their families, veterans, to make sure they are being navigated to the right place,” DeLizzio added.

“We are also verifying information should a service member have a birth in the family or a family member pass away. The Red Cross is the partner that goes and verifies that locally whether it’s in Montgomery County Maryland or Peoria Illinois.

DeLizzio also shared, “The other piece I get jazzed about is our ability to help our wounded warriors; our ability to help service members and their families and veterans in military hospitals. When you go to Walter Reed you will find the entire facility has Red Cross volunteers all over it, in most departments providing a very wide range of services comforting and sharing with families.”

Red Cross members are also found on Joint Base Andrews; volunteers receive wounded warriors ar-

see RED CROSS, page 5

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Security Forces Police Blotter The Security Forces Blotter is intended to keep members of the Joint Base Andrews Community informed and aware of the crimes and offenses that occur throughout the base each week. If you have any information that may help Security Forces solve a crime or prevent a criminal act, please contact BDOC (Base Defense Operations Center) at 301981-2001, CRIME STOP LINE 981-2677 (COPS, or the investigations section at 301-981-5656).

curity Forces verified the dog was registered and current with all vaccinations.

March 12, 4:41 a.m.: Security Forces responded to a assault at the Main Gate. Six individuals were involved in an altercation leading to an assault. All individuals were detained and charged accordingly. Injuries consisted of minor bruises and medical attention was rendered.

March 12, 2:36 p.m.: Security Forces responded to a suspicious indiMarch 9, 5:49 p.m.: vidual on the flight line.

Security Forces respond- Upon further investigaed to a dog bite incident tion it was determined in Liberty Park Housing. the individual was not While the owner of the with their designated esdog was leaving for work, cort. Security Forces lothe dog ran out the door cated the individual who before it could be closed escorted him on the flight and bit the neighbor. In- line. Both were detained juries consisted of minor and charged accordingly. scratches and medical atMarch 12 3:28 p.m.: tention was declined. Se- Security Forces respond-

ed to an individual carrying a concealed weapon at the PAX Terminal. The individual was detained and charged accordingly.

fication. It won’t teach you CPR but it will give guidance on very general easy first aid. Other specific apps, like the hurricane and tornado apps will not only tell you what to do in the event of a hurricane or tornado, but will also warn you; when the National Weather Service puts out warning and watches for those you will actually receive a notice on your phone.”

The Monster Guard app, sponsored by Disney, was created for children to help kids learn to prepare for real-life emergencies at home and away.

There is even a pet first aid app, “Pets are such a big part of our families and we want to make sure they are taken care of, too,” DeLizzion offered.

The Red Cross is currently prepping for summit in conjunction with United Way for a preparedness forum for nonprofits and small businesses on April 22. “We’re talking them through are you ready as an organization for a disaster; and when disaster hits, what are you going to do? How are you going to help; how can you help? We want people talking that through ahead of time. We’re really fortunate that FEMA Admin Craig Fugate is the keynote speaker.” Registration is currently open.

To learn more about the Red Cross or to find your local chapter, along with information for preparing for disaster, visit redcross. org or call 1-800-733-2767.

RED CROSS, from page 4 riving on MedEvac flights “They are just amazing volunteers proving a wonderful service. I just love that program,” DeLizzio shared.

In keeping with the current technology, the Red Cross has worked to develop apps to keep communities informed. From natural disasters to first aid, apps are available for iPhone and Android devices. “On the app side we really focus on getting our information into the community; and what better way than to provide an app and get it literally in the hands of people.

“The first aid app will help walk you through very basic first aid identi-

As A Reminder

A pet is considered to be under proper control when it is penned, caged, fenced in or chained. Pets must be leashed with an adult present when outside of the home or fenced area. Invisible fences/ shock collars do not qualify as under proper control.

Concealed/personal weapons are not authorized on JBA regardless of credentials.

For reporting any emergencies or nonemergencies please feel free to utilize the “LiveSafe” app. “LiveSafe” is an anonymous reporting app that can be downloaded for free on your smart device.

U.S. AIR FORCE PHOTO/AIRMAN 1ST CLASS JOSHUA R. M. DEWBERRY

Staff Sgt. Monica Bizallion, 11th Security Forces Support Squadron military working dog handler, bonds with her military working dog, Nirvana, after training at the MWD obstacle course March 12 at Joint Base Andrews. Team Andrews utilizes more than 30 MWDs to help protect the base, residents and flight line.

K-9, from page 1 Although not officially celebrated, March 13 recognizes all the historical accomplishments and contributions of MWDs to the uniformed services.

Dogs are deployed just like Airmen, and can be paired with their current handlers or be assigned to a new one once in an austere environment.

“The dogs are trained largely on sniffing out drugs and explosives,

whether it’s on the flight line, a vehicle or an individual,” said Winning.

“They are also trained on attacking a suspect if necessary, whether they feel threatened or are commanded by their handler to attack the perpetrator. However, we do get them around people as much as necessary so they’re not spooked when around strangers.”

Team Andrews security forces members consider their canine companions to be essential to their mission.

“All of our dogs are star performers and are an important part of the military family, not just the mission here to protect and defend the base, its residents and the President of the United States,” said Tech. Sgt. Manuel Garcia, 11th SSPTS military working dog trainer. “Dogs are just like Airmen, with jobs to do and the feelings they experience while doing them. We appreciate these dogs and make sure they know we value and care about them greatly.”

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NAVY CELEBRATES WOMEN’S HISTORY MONTH

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From the middle of the 19th century, when women first served aboard a Navy hospital ship, to today where women serve as admirals and submariners, women have made great contributions to our Navy and have served bravely both at sea and ashore. What started as only a handful of civilian volunteers, women serving in the Navy’s ranks now include more than 68,000 active and Reserve-force personnel. This infographic illustrates their role in service and their contributions as a visible part of Navy history.

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“Big Easy” Lofton, Globetrotter center, confuses a Washington General defender while holding a purse and dribbling toward the basket.

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A Globetrotter goes high for a rim-rattling slam dunk during a classic rival game against the Washington Generals at George Mason University’s Patriot Center March 13.

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performing his combat camera responsibilities and volunteering to participate in dangerous security patrol missions with the Bagram Security Task Force.

“As the Ambassadors of Goodwill, our role as Harlem Globetrotters is much more than basketball,” said “Handles” Franklin, Globetrotter guard. “We look forward to our annual military tour to U.S. bases overseas each year around the holidays. This year, we wanted to continue recognizing our military here at home throughout our U.S. tour. We get a lot of joy from putting a smile on the faces of our hometown heroes and their families.”

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trotter team members during the game, the honoree received numerous hand-shakes from the team members, thanking him for his service and providing him with photo opportunities.

The combined infectious play, athletic prowess and comedic interaction of the Ambassadors of Goodwill served them well during the closing moments of the game.

“Big Easy” Lofton, Globetrotter center, scored the game winning shot from a designated four-point area with his patented hook shot to secure the win 83 – 79 during what was billed as the Washington Generals Revenge World Tour.

After the game, Globetrotter players invited the audience members to take photographs and sign autographs.

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