11-04-2011 The Patriot (Joint Base Charleston)

Joint Base Charleston

Patriot Vol. 2, No. 43

Team Charleston – One Family, One Mission, One Fight!

Friday, November 4, 2011

Final rehearsal for ORI

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Capt. Larry Abee and Capt. Mike Chrapkiewkz follow their pre-flight inspection checklist prior to a mission Oct. 27 at the Combat Readiness Training Center in Gulfport, Miss. Pre-flight inspections ensure the avionics on the aircraft are working properly and that the aircraft is prepared for flight. More than 600 Airmen participated in this week-long exercise to prepare for Joint Base Charleston's upcoming Operational Readiness Inspection. Abee and Chrapkiewkz are pilots from the 300th Airlift Squadron. See the ORE story and photos, Page 13.

INSIDE HELPING HANDS

Joint Base Charleston takes second in AMC’s Facility Energy Incentive Award program

By Capt. Kathleen Ferrero Air Mobility Command Public Affairs

Troops help homeless See page 10

15th AS Deploys See page 6

SAILORS Cook at the CDC See page 12

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SCOTT AIR FORCE BASE, Ill. – The red carpet unrolled as Air Mobility Command honored its energy efficiency superstars, wrapping up Energy Awareness Month with a celebration of innovation.

Both the facility and aviation fuel efficiency offices recognized a total of six individuals and 42 units with awards and incentives for outstanding energy stewardship.

Joint Base Charleston was recognized by the Installations and Mission Support Directorate as one of the top three wings that excelled at saving energy on the ground.

Travis Air Force Base received the top prize of $100,000, JB Charleston, in second, received $75,000 and Little Rock Air Force Base received $50,000.

This is the third year of AMC's Facility Energy Incentive Award program.

"This is just another example of the quality of personnel we have at Joint Base Charleston," said Col. Richard McComb, Joint Base Charleston commander. "This award isn't due to the work of one squadron or unit or even one person. It was a group effort during the course of many months. It was a combination of new ideas and new ways of accomplishing our mission in conjunction with the little things we do day to day, from turning off computer monitors to shutting off the lights when an office is empty."

Wing leaders can use the money at their discretion but are encouraged to reinvest it in future initiatives, said Steve Kalmer, AMC energy and utilities engineering program manager.

For example, last year Dover Air Force Base reinvested its $50,000 incentive in a solar hot water system for one of its dormitories, with construction scheduled to begin in January, said Charles Mikula at the 436th Civil Engineer Squadron. Joint Base McGuire-Dix-Lakehurst used its $75,000 to help fund an 18-vehicle solar carport struc-

ture, said Barry Miller, base resource efficiency manager.

With its FY10 award of $100,000, Travis Air Force Base purchased two vertical axis wind turbines to install on the golf course and invested in a human powered gym, which would use retrofitted elliptical machines to capture energy generated by the exercisers, said Allison Greco, 60th Civil Engineer Squadron.

On the installations side of the house, Travis Air Force Base led the individual and unit-level honors this year, receiving more than $200,000 in combined incentives. During FY 2011, Team Travis worked on new energy projects that are expected to reap more than double the investment in savings.

As part of their effort, they conducted a rigorous awareness campaign that helped to slash electricity use by 7 percent in just one month, thanks in part to individual top winner Allison Greco of the 60th Civil Engineer Squadron.

Mobility Air Forces leadership, along with the AMC Fuel Efficiency Office, also recognized standouts in aviation fuel savings for the first time this year.

Honorees received cash incentives as part of their efforts - and there is more to come, said Col. Bobby Fowler, AMC Fuel Efficiency Office director.

He said they will also recognize the top three overall winners at the Airlift/Tanker Association Convention and Symposium Nov. 3-6.

The Air Force is the second largest consumer of energy in the federal government and has set multiple goals to reduce consumption and increase energy security.

As AMC leans forward to support these goals, mission accomplishment remains the ultimate goal.

Col. Kevin Trayer, AMC Fuel Efficiency Office director of operations, said "effectiveness in mobility air forces" is the cornerstone of what AMC is doing in its energy conservation efforts.

"Getting (resources) to the warfighter on the ground is our first priority. As we accomplish that, we also exercise the responsibility of being good stewards of our nation's resources," Trayer said.

The 628th Public Affairs Office contributed to this article.

628th Civil Engineer Squadron wins big at AMC awards

By Airman 1st Class Tom Brading Joint Base Charleston Public Affairs The 628th Civil Engineer Squadron was recently recognized for outstanding performance as they received three Air Mobility Command Civil Engineer Awards for fiscal year 2011. Additionally, four members of the 628th CES were named AMC Civil Engineer Award winners, also for fiscal year 2011.

The 628th CES received the Maj. Gen. Del R. Eulberg Award (Asset Management Flight), the Brig. Gen. Archie S. Mayes Award (Programs Flight), the Gen. Thomas D. White Restoration (All Installations, Environmental Award), and second place for the AMC Energy Conservation Incentive Award (Group). (See accompanying story.)

Personnel receiving awards were: Cindy Lundhagen: Awarded Outstanding Civil Engineer Civilian manager.

Dana Holsclaw: Winner of the Gen. Thomas D. White Restoration Award for Individual/Team Excellence.

Amanda Cook: Runner-up for the Society of American Military Engineers Newman Medal and, Kenneth David: Runner-up for the AMC National Society of Professional Engineers Federal Engineer of the Year.

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The Patriot • November 4, 2011

COMMENTARY

The inner Civil War, the Moment of Truth, and the Fork in the Road Joint Base Charleston Air Base & Weapons Station About The Patriot The Joint Base Charleston Patriot is published by Diggle Publishing Co., (843) 412-5861, a private firm in no way connected with the U.S. Air Force or the U.S. Navy, under exclusive written contract with the 628th Air Base Wing.

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Commentary by Chief Master Sgt. Jose LugoSantiago 628th Air Base Wing command chief A rich life is about choosing wisely. We all make life-changing choices every day when confronted with difficult or easy situations.

Specifically, every situation you confront will transport you to three places: the inner Civil War, the Moment of Truth and the Fork in the Road. I know you and I have been in these places.

Can you go back in your mind to a time where you faced a difficult situation? Maybe it was not a difficult situation, but perhaps it was all about acting on a personal conviction. Did you hesitate? If you did, why did you? Understanding these three places will help you achieve balance, discover who you are and who you want to be. Let’s explore these places through a personal example.

Inner Civil War On a recent deployment, the installation commander charged the senior noncommissioned officers with fixing a grave problem we had with appearance standards. (Have you ever been in a place where you thought, everyone, and I mean everyone, forgot about Air Force standards?

That’s how I felt in this particular place.) I remember making so many corrections; I could not walk two feet without having to stop someone for some infraction. By the way, in many of these corrections, Airmen would look at me like I was extraterrestrial … how could that be?! One Saturday night I decided I was tired of making corrections and dealing with the pain of the confrontation process.

On Sunday morning I got up and went to pickup my laundry. An Airman was standing in line, inside the facility with his glasses on and in PT gear. My “Inner Civil War” began. I went through a series of questions in my head: “What should I do? Should I confront this person?” I really did not want to. Remember, I was tired! But inside of me was this giant telling me to act. I knew it was the right thing to do. After several minutes in line, the giant in me won my Inner Civil War; I confronted the person. The person stared at me very seriously, and without saying a word, slowly took his glasses off.

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“... every situation you confront will transport you to three places: the inner Civil War, the Moment of Truth and the Fork in the Road ...”

Certainly chief! The fork is a metaphor. This is the time in decisionmaking where you can decide to go the easy way for the sake of becoming popular or the tough way, risking becoming unpopular but making a contribution and doing the right thing.

Let me explain further for you and the Chief Master Sgt. Jose LugoSantiago chief. “One day you will come to a fork 628th Air Base Wing command chief in the road. You’re going to have to make a decision about which direction you want to go. If you go one way, you can be ‘somebody.’ You’ll have to make comproThe Moment of Truth Although the above example was a simple one, mises and you’ll have to turn your back on your friends. But you’ll be a member of the club and it reflects several things. First, we all go through you will get promoted and get good assignments. these struggles in finding balance. In the Air Force, we call this balance “Integrity.” Integrity is Or you can go the other way and you can do something – something for your country and for about striking a balance between what I know is right, and what I do - actually doing it! Achieving your Air Force and for yourself … If you decide to do something, you may not get promoted and integrity gives us peace, as we conquer our inner you may not get good assignments and you cer“Civil Wars.” The example also reflects one more thing: Moments of Truth. Those moments become tainly won’t be a favorite. But you won’t have to compromise yourself … to be ‘somebody’ or to do self-discoveries. We truthfully see if we have something. In life there is often a roll call. That’s courage and if we are living personal core values. when you have to make a decision. To be or to It was in that moment just described where I disdo?” – Col. John Boyd covered living a life of freedom was more important than being popular. In that moment I also disThank you Colonel Boyd! covered that I would not give up doing the right thing for the sake of someone else’s comfort. I My friends, I have given you lots to think further discovered I had fiber and a giant lived in about. The fork in the street is your last chance in me. every easy or difficult situation you will face.

What kind of fiber are you made out of? We Whatever path you take, remember that there are exercise our will every day in small and big personal and social (team) consequences. If an things, but if we cannot discipline ourselves to do the right thing in small things, how will we tackle inspection needed completion and you skipped it to be with your friends (the easy way in the fork), the big things? We simply cannot. What you do then the mission has been compromised. If you during those moments of truth is important. See were tough when you needed to be tough (the what you do. Do you postpone tough decisions? unpopular way of the fork), then you may have Do you seek advice, search within you, and once ended up saving a life now or in the future. you find the truth, do you act on it?

Explore these three places. Conquer your inner Civil War through finding integrity. In the The Fork moment of truth, discover who you are and want Truthfully, I cannot illustrate this place call to become. And when you find yourself at the “The Fork” better than our great American hero fork in the street, exercise your will to do the right and father of the F-16, Col. John Boyd, so I will thing. You owe it to yourself and your “fan club”! let him illustrate.

A mentor by any other name...

Commentary by Chief Master Sgt. Steve McDonald Chief of Enlisted Force Development WASHINGTON – A new assignment. A new project. An unexpected or planned change in your life. The need for a decision in a situation you haven't faced before. These are all times when it is great to have someone to give you advice and counsel. Naturally, you want someone who has been through the experience and dealt with it successfully.

When most people think of mentoring, they generally conjure up a picture of the elder statesman or the very successful person who is older and of a higher professional status. How else can they help you unless they have seen it all, experienced it all, and overcome it all?

The Air Force fosters a mentoring culture expecting Airmen to be both mentors and mentees. The Air Force mentoring program recognizes and supports both formal and informal mentoring relationships. A formal relationship is one established almost through an agreement. Will you be my mentor? Yes, I will be your mentor.

Short of signing a contract, it's a relationship both parties enter knowingly and with expectations.

The most basic formal mentoring relationship is between a supervisor and subordinate.

An informal relationship, on the other hand, is one often occurring out of the normal course of events; when two people realize they have something in common and one can help the other because of a shared experience. The interesting thing about the informal mentor is that you never know who that person is going to be. It can easily break the stereotypes of the older, wiser, seen-it-

all, and done-it-all model.

The important thing about being a mentor is a willingness to help. It's having a vested interest in someone else's success. This is easy to see from a supervisor-subordinate relationship. Of course, supervisors have a vested interest in the success of their subordinates. But it should also be easy to see how a person can also have a vested interest in the success of a co-worker or peer.

In both the informal or formal mentoring relationships, it doesn't have to be a co-worker or supervisor. It can be anyone who has experienced the situation and wants to help.

My previous tenure as the Command Chief Master Sergeant for the 86th Airlift Wing, Ramstein Air Base, Germany, is a good illustration of how different types of mentoring relationships exist. This was my first command chief position, so there were a lot of unknowns on my part and any advice I received was very welcome.

My commander was an officer I had known from a previous assignment. He was (and is still) a remarkable officer and provided very sage advice and insightful guidance. I learned a great deal from him. This was more of a formal mentoring relationship, and is one I look back on with fond memories. To this day, I know I can still call him and receive guidance and advice at any time.

In addition to my commander, the other chiefs in the wing were crucial to the overall success of our mission and our Airmen. I counted on them for guidance and blatant honesty as we worked together. We didn't always agree, but the input I received was invaluable. This was more of an informal mentoring relationship, and I probably never told those chiefs how much I appreciated their advice or how much

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they helped me grow professionally.

The final mentoring relationship I would like to discuss, from my time at Ramstein, was with my executive assistant. He was a technical sergeant. We would have frequent discussions about the Air Force, the mission, and what was required to be successful.

From the outside, this would appear as a chief master sergeant mentoring a technical sergeant, and I hope there was some of that going on. What others did not see was the volume of sage advice I received as we talked. He had a perspective on the enlisted force I did not have. After all, it had been more than 10 years since I was at his level. I needed his viewpoint, and I trusted his input. I think I was mentored, in many ways, just as much as he was.

I understand there is a difference between mentoring and just giving advice. I also understand the importance of having formal and informal mentors in your life.

The point I would like to make is that there are people all around you who can provide mentoring, and you shouldn't dismiss the opportunity to learn from them. Effective mentoring relationships can come from many different sources.

I would not dare try to define an exact formula for a successful mentoring relationship; however, Air Force officials are in the process of publishing a mentoring manual to provide concrete examples of the different mentoring relationships, best practices to be instilled in a mentoring program, expectations of mentors and mentees, and training resources.

When it is released, I challenge each of you to read it and apply the techniques to your personal and professional development.

Feds Feed Families food drive a success Commentary by Chaplain John Quay All Saints Chapel, JB Charleston - Weapons Station On behalf of Joint Base Charleston, the Navy Region Southeast and the chapel staff, thanks to everyone on the Naval Weapons Station who contributed to the "Feds Feed Families" food drive. Through your efforts, compassion and generosity, we were able to donate 1,521 pounds of food to the Lowcountry Food Bank which will provide 1,170 meals for the many people in the 10 coastal counties of South Carolina who are in need.

We are especially grateful to the Naval Consolidated Brig Charleston, the Naval Nuclear Power Training Command and the Naval Health Clinic

Charleston. These three organizations held internal food drives and contributed the bulk of our donations - so special thanks goes out to all who helped organize or contribute to these food drive drives.

To all who contributed to this food drive, I wish to echo the words of the Lowcountry Food Bank: "Your hard work, commitment and compassion made your food drive a true success and will have a profound effect on our community. You have given breakfast to hungry children, helped working parents who struggle simply to put food on the table or provided a healthy meal for home-bound seniors."

Next year, through your hard work and compassionate generosity, we will be able to donate even more food for needy people in our communities.

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JB CHS NEWS

3rd Annual Run the Runway 5K Courtesy of Joint Base Charleston Public Affairs The 437th Airlift Wing, along with 628th Air Base Wing support, will host the 3rd Annual Run the Runway 5K here, Nov. 11.

The run will include portions of the flightline and is open to all military, Department of Defense civilians and the local community. Cost to run the certified 5K is seven dollars per person; this includes a race chip, bib number and a finisher medal if registered by Oct. 28. Tshirts will be available for purchase at the event through a third party vendor.

Registration for the run is online at active.com, and can be found by searching "3rd Annual 437th Airlift Wing Run the Runway 5K.”

The Patriot • November 4, 2011

CFC drive continues

Registration closes Nov. 4 or after the maximum number of participants have registered. The race will be capped at 1,000 participants.

Early packet pickup for civilians is Nov. 9 at the Holiday Inn Express, 7670 Northwoods Blvd, North Charleston from 9 a.m. until Nov. 10 at 9 p.m. DoD civilians, military members and dependents can pick up packets at the Joint Base Charleston Fitness Center during duty hours starting Nov. 9.

Civilians must enter the base on race morning through Dorchester Rd (Commissary entrance) starting at 7 a.m.

DoD civilian and military I.D. card holders should enter through the Rivers or Main gate.

Additional information can be found on the registration page.

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Maj. Karen Henderson posts the new percentage of contributors to the Combined Federal Campaign on the thermometer at the entrance of Joint Base Charleston - Air Base, Oct. 31.

"We only have two weeks to go and I would like to see everyone give something, no matter how small, just give.

We have already met 60 percent of our goal and we are striving for 100 percent. With only two weeks left, please make sure to try your best to contribute," Henderson said.

The 2012 CFC continues until Nov. 11, and is designed to give all federal employees an opportunity to donate to eligible non-profit organizations which provide health and human service benefits throughout the world.

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Joint Base Charleston LEAN awareness Courtesy of Joint Base Charleston Public Affairs LEAN. It's a word that will soon become part of our everyday lives. The LEAN concept is about creating a more efficient and effective environment in the workplace and provides proven techniques and methods that eliminate waste in processes and finds the root cause of problems, solving them for good.

"LEAN allows people to know that their ideas to improve the ways they do business can become reality," said George McDowell, 628th Air Base Wing program manager and ana-

lyst. "Some of the best ideas and improvements come from the people "turning wrenches," the folks on the front line doing the job every day."

In today's military, as every organization is looking to cut costs and work more efficiently, LEAN principles can help solve many of the headaches and obstacles in the workplace.

In order to ensure as many Team Charleston service members and civilians understand how LEAN can work for them, the 628th Air Base Wing is offering a Lean Awareness Class every Tuesday in Bldg. 16,000, Mission Support Group Conference Room, from 8 to 11 a.m.

These classes are designed so that all Airmen, from E-1 to O-6, can learn how they can help their organization reach a higher level of success. This fast paced class will teach you what you need to know about LEAN and how to apply key waste eliminating principles to your organization, Eight-Step Problem Solving, what an A3 is and how to quickly make your area operate more efficiently by practicing LEAN. To sign up, e-mail George McDowell at george.mcdowell.2@us.af.mil, or call 469-8378 for more information.

Military retiree and spouse information fair Courtesy of Joint Base Charleston Public Affairs The Air Force and Naval Retiree Activities offices and the 628th Air Base Wing are sponsoring a Military Retiree/Spouse Information Fair and Appreciation Day, Nov. 5 at 9 a.m. at the Charleston Club. The event is held to provide information and to show appreciation to all military retirees and spouses for their service to our country.

Col. Richard McComb, Joint Base Charleston commander will give a briefing on current activities and an update on Joint Base Charleston. There will also be a keynote speaker from the local Veterans Administration Center.

Today's military retiree lives in a constantly changing environment. There are changes to

existing federal programs and changes to benefits and base support facilities that affect the retirees and their families. The fair is designed as a one-stop shop for retirees and their families to get the latest information on these changes.

There will be approximately 20 booths available with information on various base services.

Medical personnel will provide basic health screenings and representatives from the 628th ABW legal office will be available to discuss legal issues. There will also be opportunities for I.D card renewal, a TRICARE advisor on hand to assist retirees with health insurance questions and information on recreational activities available.

For more information, contact the RAO at 963-2228.

Save a wounded warrior – November 5

By Petty Officer 1st Class Jennifer Hudson Joint Base Charleston Public Affairs Thousands of donated blood units have been used over the years to save the lives of service members - the lives of Airmen, Sailors, Soldiers and Marines who have been wounded fighting for our country.

Now you can help save a life by donating blood at the Naval Operational Support Center Blood Drive, Nov. 5. NOSC is located on Joint Base Charleston - Weapons Station directly behind the Army Reserve Center. The blood drive hours of operation are from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.

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628th ABW Quarterly Awards

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Col. Richard McComb (left) and Chief Master Sgt. Stephanie Burroughs recognize Airman 1st Class Christopher Chicarellia as the Volunteer of the Quarter during a Quarterly Awards ceremony at the Charleston Club Oct. 31. Other recognized included Airman 1st Class Dominik Kienzl, Tech. Sgt. Barry Rolland, Master Sgt. Terrance Whitehead, Airman First Class Danielle Redman, Robert Hoffman, Anhthu Nguyen, 1st Lt. William Frechette and Capt. Jennifer Schneller. McComb is the Joint Base Charleston commander, Burroughs is the 628th Medical Group superintendent, Chicarellia is from the 628th Communications Squadron, Kienzl, Nguyen, Frechette and Schneller are from the 628th Medical Group, Rolland and Whitehead are from the 628th Logistics Readiness Squadron, Redman is from the 628th Comptroller Squadron and Hoffman is from the 628th Civil Engineer Squadron.

315th AW quarterly award winners announced Courtesy of 315 Airlift Wing Public Affairs The selection boards for Airman, Noncommissioned Officer, Senior Noncommissioned Officer, Junior Officer, and Field Grade Officer selected the following winners for 3rd quarter (July to September 2011).

• Airman - Senior Airman Joseph Coon, 315th Maintenance Squadron • NCO - Staff Sgt. Matthew Mihiylov, 315th Aircraft Maintenance Squadron • SNCO - Master Sgt. Jessica Davis, 315th Aerospace Medicine Squadron • Company Grade Officer - Capt. Francis Shealy, 315th AMDS

• Field Grade Officer - Maj. Keith Eubanks, 315th MXS "I would like to extend my congratulations to all of the winners who were chosen for their outstanding achievements in the representation of the 315th Airlift Wing," said Col. Steven Chapman, 315th AW commander. "These are very special honors and it gives me great pleasure to recognize them."

"Units that put forth the effort to nominate their deserving personnel for awards are to be commended," Colonel Chapman added. " I urge commanders to continue to take the time to nominate people for these important moralebuilding awards."

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15 AS deploys, Global Eagles take flight By 2nd Lt Leah Davis Joint Base Charleston Public Affairs Airmen from the 15th Airlift Squadron, 437th Airlift Wing, along with their families and friends, said their farewells Oct. 28 as more than 130 members left for operations in Southwest Asia.

For approximately 120 days, these Airmen, known as the Global Eagles, will deploy and operate as part of the 816th Expeditionary Airlift Squadron in and around Iraq and Afghanistan. The 816 EAS supports intra-theater airlift, airdrop and aero-medical evacuation missions.

“The Global Eagles have a long history of deployments dating back to World War II. For the recent conflicts, we began deploying as an Expeditionary Airlift Squadron to Frankfurt, Germany in October 2002 as the 817 Expeditionary Airlift Squadron. Locations and detachments have changed somewhat through the past 10 years, but the constant support of all Charleston C-17 squadrons has remained constant,” said Lt. Col. Rebecca Sonkiss, 15 AS commander.

The Global Eagles have replaced The Pelicans of the 14th AS, 437 AW, who have completed another deployment.

The 15 AS’s mobility mission is to constantly be in the air supporting national interests across the globe. In order to do this, hours of training are conducted before the deployment. Much of the required pre-deployment training has to be compressed into a very short time period, so it remains current throughout the deployment.

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Air Force BDU officially history

By Tech. Sgt. Leisa Grant National Guard Bureau Public Affairs ARLINGTON, Va. – There are two things you should not see after Nov. 1 – Halloween costumes and the Air Force Battle Dress Uniform.

In 2006, the Airman Battle Uniform became authorized for wear and a date was set for final phase-out of the woodland camouflage-patterned BDU's.

Previously announced to be effective Oct. 1 of 2011, a more recent Air Force Instruction 36-2903, "Dress and Appearance of Air Force Personnel" pushed the date back to Nov. 1.

This applies to all Air Force components.

Other items will simultaneously enter retirement with the BDU's effective Nov. 1 including the desert camouflage uniform, black T-shirt, black combat boots and tan boots with the ABU outside theater of operations.

The almost 30 year-old duty uniform, originally designed for wear throughout Europe and the Cold War, was worn by all branches of the service until 2005. Starting Nov. 1 only the Navy will be authorized to wear the BDU until its set phase-out date.

Aside from its appearances, one of the major differences between the ABU and BDU is the maintenance. The new uniform requires very little care, needing only to be washed

and hung for drying.

Furthermore, the boots, now a sage green, full-grain leather boot with rubber heel and toe reinforcements, do not require polishing.

Not all Airmen embraced the changes immediately.

"The (BDU's) featured solid, good-looking creases that looked great with well-shined boots," said Master Sgt. Sam Macaluso, a member of the Nevada Air National Guard 152nd Airlift Wing.

But, even for those who like the creases and the spit-shined boot look, the appeal of less maintenance grew on them.

"We'd often spend our entire guard duty at night getting the perfect shine on those boots," Macaluso said. "It's nice to have boots you don't need to shine and a uniform you don't need to press constantly."

With less time spent on up keeping their uniforms, Airmen are afforded more time to focus on other aspects of their military lives.

"A big benefit is the ABU gives Airmen at schools more time to study, "Macaluso said.

"Discipline and standards are important, but I believe Airmen have a lot more than their uniforms to focus on these days."

simulator training, chemical warfare training and survival training.

“I was impressed by our crew member's great attitudes and willingness to meet their deployment requirements weeks ahead of schedule,” said Master Sgt. Rene “Red” Delarosa, acting 816 EAS first sergeant. “The entire squadron was ready to deploy ahead of schedule and eager to assume the responsibilities of their deployed missions.”

As with any deployment, family support is always a concern.

“There is nothing that can completely prepare families for the separation of a deployment, particularly during the holidays,” said Sonkiss. “But the families of the Airmen have prepared by attending briefings by the Airmen and Family Readiness Center to ensure even the newest spouses have an expectation of what to expect for the deployment.

Fifteenth AS leaders are optimistic about the months ahead.

“Our talons are sharp and we are ready for another superb deployment. Eagles Lead the Way!” said Sonkiss.

E-4 Sailors can become Command Financial Specialist Assistants Courtesy of Commander, Navy Installations Command Public Affairs

WASHINGTON – Commander, Navy Installations Command announced Oct. 26 they will begin a Navy-wide pilot program to enable E-4 Sailors to become assistants to the Command Financial Specialist.

Details of this program were released in NAVADMIN 318/11.

Sailors participating in this program will be trained to assist Fleet and Family Support Center Personal Financial Management counselors.

"These young Sailors will assist our counselors with outreach and training to the millennial generation (18-23 year-olds)," said Fred Davis, CNIC PFM program analyst. "We feel that if we can have financially successful E-4's to augment our training program that they can mentor and provide peer-to-peer influence for other Sailors.

Recent studies indicate today's 18-23 year-old Sailors make financial decisions based largely on peer recommendations.

"E-4s account for more than 57 percent of total counselees, and more than 44 percent of them ask for budgeting help or advice on credit issues during that counseling session," added Davis.

The program is voluntary, and volunteers will be screened at the local FFSC with the PFM counselor and their command CFS. Only those with the highest command endorsement will be allowed into the program, according to Davis.

Sailors approved to participate in this pilot will receive an abbreviated CFS course (minus counseling training). They may not be appointed or serve as the financial counselors but will serve as co-facilitators to FFSC PFM counselors.

The pilot program will be conducted Oct. 1, 2011-Sept. 30, 2012. Applications from interested E-4's are now being accepted through March 1, 2012. Sailors are encouraged to contact their local FFSC for more information.

For more news from Commander, Navy Installations Command, visit (Air National Guard Staff Sgt. Eric Ritter www.navy.mil/local/cni/. of the Nevada Air National Guard contributed to this article.)

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Using bath salts to get high – just as risky as smoking Spice

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By now, the entire Joint Base Charleston community should understand that using Spice is illegal for Airmen and Sailors. Not only have units briefed their members about the criminality of using, possessing or distributing Spice, but the Air Force has even prosecuted members caught smoking Spice. Within the last three months, five Airmen at Joint Base Charleston have received federal convictions for using Spice.

What you might not know is that it is also illegal for Airmen and Sailors to ingest bath salts for the purpose of getting high. Believe it or not, people actually eat this stuff which contains a combination of mephedrone, methylone and methylenedioxypyrovalerone, to get a buzz.

When they do, they are not only violating the Uniform Code of Military Justice, but many users are also finding themselves in the hospital. That's because these bath salts are in reality a synthetic drug that mimics the effects of methamphetamine, including paranoia and a rapid heart rate.

Until recently, Airmen and Sailors could find bath salts, along with Spice, next to the bubble gum at local convenience stores. However, as of Oct. 24, Spice and bath salts were banned by South Carolina's Board of Health and Environmental Control. This Courtesy illustration state ban on bath salts and Spice came as a result of the Federal Drug Enforcement Agency placing the substances commonly found in bath salts and Spice in the same category as heroin and cocaine. Not only can Airmen and Sailors get in trouble for possessing these substances, but now, so can their civilian dependents.

Don't let the fact that you may still see Spice and bath salts in local tobacco stores and gas stations fool you into thinking these substances are legal. Local law enforcement agencies have already began cracking down and will eventually catch up with all stores selling these items. So, when you ask yourself, "Is ingesting bath salts a safe alternative to smoking Spice?" Please know that the answer is clearly no. Any Airman caught using illegal drugs, such as Spice or bath salts is subject to at least a General Discharge which means he or she will no longer be eligible for the GI Bill. Any Sailor caught using illegal drugs is also subject to non-judicial punishment followed by an administrative separation for drug abuse. In the Navy, drug abuse is a mandatory processing.

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Seven Marines prepare for year-long deployment

By Petty Officer 3rd Class Brannon Deugan Joint Base Charleston Public Affairs Office Seven Marine Corps Reserve members have answered the call to serve their country for a year-long overseas deployment and are making preparations to embark on their journey at Joint Base Charleston-Weapons Station.

Seven Devil Dogs from the Marine Corps Reserve Training Command volunteered for the mission which requires heavy equipment operators in support of ongoing operations.

"The Reserve component, especially during Operations Iraqi and Operation Enduring Freedom, has been extremely important to the Marine Corps by augmenting the active-duty forces," said Capt. Matthew Verdin, Marine Corps Reserve Training Center active duty coordinator. "The Reserve members allow active-duty service members to minimize their deployment time so they can spend some much needed time at home with their loved ones."

"The biggest part about all the Marines here at MCRTC is that they want to deploy and they are looking for deployment opportunities. When one comes around they jump on it," he continued. "These seven Marines want to go and they want to be a part of the operating forces that are deployed."

Meeting regularly during monthly drill weekends, the seven Marines, like all Reservists, have mastered the required knowledge and skills of their primary jobs to be successful on deployment. However deployments require additional skill sets other than a Military Occupational Specialty.

"All Marines have the basic fundamentals; they understand their position as riflemen and the specifics to their MOS. So their technical proficiency meets the standards needed because that is what they continuously trained

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Service members unite to help homeless Vets

By Petty Officer 1st Class Jennifer Hudson Joint Base Charleston Public Affairs Hundreds of service members from Joint Base Charleston volunteered at the 12th annual Stand Down Against Homelessness at the Armory Park Community Center in North Charleston Oct. 27 and 28, and helped provide more than 2,000 homeless veterans with basic necessities.

The annual event, hosted by the Ralph H. Johnson Department of Veteran Affairs Medical Center worked hand-inhand with Goodwill Industries of the Lowcountry, providing medical and dental checks, clothing, food, haircuts, and job and legal counseling.

"Year after year we see so many from our community who are in need," said Dr. Hugh Myrick, Chief of Mental Health at the VA and Stand Down chairman. "It's really shocking to realize just how many people in the Charleston area, including women and children, who are either on the streets or close to it.

"This is probably one of the most rewarding things I get to do all year, so to see the amount of support we get from military members is absolutely unbelievable. Our service members are one of our biggest assets in supporting events like these," he continued. "There are so many that volunteered last year that are coming back to help because it's not only serving a great cause, but they really enjoy helping people - it is a very humbling experience."

One Airman who volunteered last year said that he couldn't resist coming back and lending a hand to help out where needed.

"I believe in giving back to the community. This is my second year in a row volunteering for this event. I worked the security booth last year and I worked the color guard this year," said Air Force Staff Sgt. Seth Stockwell. "This event gives the homeless a few of the things they need to survive, whether it is a sleeping bag or a haircut. They provided for us and now we are providing for them." Stockwell is a command investigator at the Naval Consolidated Brig Charleston.

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Petty Officer 3rd Class Pakisha Johnson, fills out paperwork for participants of the Stand Down against Homelessness at the Armory Park Community Center Oct. 27. Johnson is a Machinistâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Mate assigned to Unaccompanied Personnel Housing at Joint Base Charleston - Weapons Station.

assistance to homeless people with a mission to eliminate homelessness among those who have fought for our country.

According to the VA, there are currently more than 150,000 homeless veterans struggling throughout the United States.

"I don't volunteer just for a number to put on a piece of paper; I volunteer because it's for a great cause and it makes me feel good," said Petty Officer 3rd Class Kenderick Minion, a Hospital Corpsman stationed at the Naval Health Clinic Charleston. "To be able to reach out and help others means a lot to me. Some of these people that come here can take a shower, have a hot meal or just in general provide themU.S. Navy photos / Petty Officer 3rd Class Brannon Deugan selves with the basic necessities Homeless veterans wait for a haircut during the Stand Down Against Homelessness at the of survival.

Armory Park Community Center, Oct. 27. The Ralph H. Johnson Veteran Affairs Medical Center "I have a hard time under- and the Goodwill Industries of the Lowcountry sponsored the 12th annual Stand Down Against standing why veterans, who Homelessness. The event provided medical and dental assistance, clothing, food, haircuts have fought for our country, are and job and legal counseling for hundreds of homeless in the greater Charleston area. homeless. To see how far they've slipped below the cracks is very sad, but that is why I come out here - to show that I care and respect those who've gone before me defending our country. I feel that this is the least I can do for them," Minion said.

Others agreed, saying that the idea is horrifying, as some face an approaching retirement themselves.

"I am retiring soon so it's scary to think about the fact that each of these people who are coming to this event were once in my shoes - fighting for their country - fighting for all the families and freedoms of each American and now they're homeless," said Marine Chief Warrant Officer 3 Thomas Clark, Officer-in-Charge of the Marine Detachment at NCBC. "I feel that as a fellow military member, they have paved the way for me so this is just one way I can show my appreciation to them."

In Charleston, the VA has an active Homeless Veterans Petty Officer 2nd Class John Yuasensi places a wrist band on a program which provides health care, shelter, case manage- participant during the check-in process of the Stand Down ment, rehabilitation and employment assistance to more than Against Homelessness at the Armory Park Community Center 100 veterans each day. This was the case for one VA worker, Oct. 27. Yuasensi is a Shipâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Serviceman from the Unaccompanied Personnel Housing at Joint Base Charlestonwho says that the VA agency gave him hope and in his eyes, Weapons Station. saved his life.

"For every person that comes to this event to receive serv- given the opportunity to give back and that's exactly what I ices, I know where they are coming from - I've been there. I plan on doing." too was a homeless veteran, so I know just how much func"Our responsibility is to heal the wounds of battle at the tions like these are appreciated. These events give veterans VA," said Myrick. "That is why we are doing everything we hope, something to look forward to," said Tyrone Ladson, a can to combat homelessness, even to the point of literally veteran of the Army and VA employee. "I'm just so apprecia- scouring under bridges and other locations where homeless tive that I was given a second chance and now I have been persons gather to help those in need."

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Air Force releases major, captain reduction-in-force board results

By Eric M. Grill Air Force Personnel, Service and Manpower Public Affairs SAN ANTONIO â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Commanders Air Force-wide were notified Oct. 24 of the results of the Calendar Year 2011 Reduction-in-Force Board held at the Air Force Personnel Center here in September.

The CY11 RIF board, which considered captains and majors in the Line of the Air Force competitive category, is part of the Air Force's fiscal 2011 force management program.

The force management program blends voluntary and involuntary programs in order to meet the Air Force's congressionally mandated end-strength of 332,800 officers and enlisted Airmen by Sept. 30, 2012.

The board considered 8,832 officers and selected more than 95-percent for retention, officials said. The objective of the board was to retain the best-qualified officers according to the "whole-person" concept used in promotion boards. Officers not selected for retention must separate by Mar 1, 2012.

When the RIF board was announced in February 2011, officials said the goal was to target up-to10 percent of the officers meeting the board. Since then, Voluntary Separation Pay was offered to the RIF-board eligible officers as an incentive to

encourage officers in overage competitive categories and specific year groups to separate early.

About 10-percent of the RIF-eligible officers applied for VSP, officials said. The Air Force approved the maximum number of VSP applications without adversely impacting mission capabilities known to be critical at that time, officials said. Applicants in critical career fields or with skill sets essential to the Air Force mission, and those with lengthy Active Duty Service Commitments, were generally disap-

proved for VSP. Approximately 650 officers who applied for VSP and were turned down, were required by law to still meet the CY11 RIF board.

All officers not selected for retention will receive full separation pay and any remaining financial obligations will not be recouped. The officers and their immediate family members are also eligible for two years base commissary and exchange privileges and will receive 180 days of post-separation medical benefits.

For those separating officers, Airman and family readiness centers provide transition support through transition assistance planning and veterans' benefits seminars.

These seminars include information on opportunities available in the Air Force Reserve, the Air National Guard, Air Force civil service and the private sector, as well as educational options available with the Post 9/11 GI Bill.

Senior Air Force leaders encourage Airmen to consider opportunities along the Air Force continuum of service of Air Force Reserve and Air National Guard.

For information about this, and other personnel issues, visit the Air Force Personnel Services website at https://gumcrm.csd.disa.mil.

Consolidation streamlines household moves, saves money

By Eric M. Grill Air Force Personnel, Service and Manpower Public Affairs WASHINGTON â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Military members and civilian Defense Department employees aren't expected to notice it, but changes that start next year at U.S. Transportation Command will help to make their household goods shipments more efficient and cost-effective.

Transcom officials announced plans to consolidate 151 personal property shipping offices into 11 regional offices over a four-year period beginning in 2012.

The consolidation is expected to save millions of dollars over the next 10 years, said Transcom Commander Gen. William Fraser III, and supports goals to boost the command's effectiveness and efficiency.

The changes aim to eliminate redundancies within the household goods shipment process, officials said, reducing overall operating costs and providing standardized, more efficient business practices.

Eleven new joint personal property shipping offices will handle behind-the-scenes household goods movement details such as booking shipments and commercial movers.

Transcom officials will establish these offices at Joint Base Lewis-McChord, Wash.; Colorado Springs, Colo.; Chelmsford, Mass.; Fort Belvoir, Va.; San Antonio; Jacksonville, Fla.; and San Diego. To manage moves outside the continental United States, joint offices will stand up at Pearl Harbor, Hawaii; Yokosuka, Japan; Seoul, South Korea; and Grafenwoehr, Germany.

However, because local personal property processing offices will continue to provide pre-move counseling services and inspect inbound and outbound shipments to verify quality customer service, the consolidation is expected to be transparent to customers and their families, officials said.

Personal property shipping counselors and quality control inspectors "will be focused on improving customer service and will still be available to assist with all your moving needs," said Jim Teague, a transportation specialist at Transcom's strategy, policy, programs and logistics directorate.

Automated moves processing through the new defense personal property system will still be available for military and civilian DOD employees, officials noted.

This system uses a "best value" approach to contracting with movers that focuses on quality of performance, Webbased scheduling and tracking of shipments, service member involvement throughout the moving process and a claims system that provides full replacement value for damaged household goods.

More than 90 percent of all household good shipments now are booked through this system, with active duty, reserve-component and civilian members taking advantage of its online self-counseling services, Fraser noted in written responses to the Senate Armed Services Committee before his July 21 confirmation hearing. The system saved Transcom about $153 million in personal property movement costs during fiscal 2011, he reported, noting its use of more competitive rates and best-value scoring.

Fraser vowed to continue improving business processes for household goods shipping and services.

Last week, during his first town hall meeting since taking command Oct. 14, Fraser called on his headquarters staff at Scott Air Force Base, Ill., to question processes within the command that have been "on autopilot rather than pulled from a collaborative environment."

Fraser urged Transcom's people to be "solution-oriented" and contribute their own ideas to make the command operate more efficiently and effectively.

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Final rehearsal prepares Team Charleston for ORI

By Senior Airman Ian Hoachlander Joint Base Charleston Public Affairs Airmen from Joint Base Charleston began returning home Oct. 29, following a week-long exercise at the Combat Readiness Training Center in Gulfport, Miss.

More than 600 Airmen deployed to form the 121st Air Expeditionary Wing as part of exercise Operation Crisis Look, in which Charleston Airmen and C-17 aircraft simulated a deployment to Nagoya, Japan, to support U.S. and allied military operations on the Korean peninsula.

The Operational Readiness Exercise focused on both the readiness of the units of Joint Base Charleston and their capabilities of deploying and working in contingency operations.

Scenarios Airmen participated in tested both individual units and the wing as a whole on the response and recovery capabilities from conventional threats, chemical threats and ground attacks. The wing was also tested on base security.

"The ORE is important because it is our last test or practice of our deployment procedures and policies prior to the Operational Readiness Inspection," said Col. Erik Hansen, 437th Airlift Wing commander and the deployed 121st AEW commander. "This ORE will be the final opportunity to evaluate our deployment process in the same manner the Air Mobility Command inspectors will test us."

As part of the exercise, Airmen from each wing processed through the base mobility line in less than 48 hours. In addition to the amount of Airmen processed, more than 215 short tons of cargo was processed, palletized and loaded onto aircraft.

This ORE, Team Charleston proved its deployment readiness was more focused then the previous exercise, said Lt. Col. Steven Noll, 437th Airlift Wing ORI lead planner and the deployed 121st AEW Installation Control Center executive.

"This ORE was more involved than the last because we were able to fully fill all the UTCs that are tasked for the ORI, where during the last ORE we had to shortfall about 80 to 100 positions due to real-world deployments and manning issues," he said. "Additionally, the sense of realism was improved and personnel were even more focused since the ORI is only one month away. I saw many more personnel with their 'game faces' on. They were actually playing the game as if it was real and that is the mentality we need for this inspection."

The ORI is scheduled to begin Nov. 29 and run through Dec. 6.

"We will absolutely be ready by the time the AMC inspectors arrive at the end of November," Noll said. "There is

U.S. Air Force photo / Staff Sgt. Henry Lancaster

A U.S. Air Force C-17 Globemaster III maintainer inspects the aircraft's engines during the Operational Readiness Exercise, Oct. 27.

Members of the 437th Airlift Wing, the 315th Airlift Wing and the 628th Air Base Wing took part in the ORE at the Combat Readiness Training Center in Gulfport, Miss. The ORE is intended to evaluate Team Charleston's ability to "take the fight to the enemy" and objectively measure mission effectiveness.

always more training or planning that can be done, but I am 100 percent confident in the abilities and professionalism of our Airmen to get the job done. There is no doubt in my mind we will achieve an 'excellent' standard on the ORI and with a little extra polish and a positive attitude, an 'outstanding' is not unachievable."

U.S. Air Force photo / Staff Sgt. Henry Lancaster

A member of the 437th Airlift Wing takes part in the Operational Readiness Exercise at the Combat Readiness Training Center in Gulfport, Miss., Oct. 25.

U.S. Air Force photo / Staff Sgt. Henry Lancaster

Members of the 437th and 315th Airlift Wings and the 628th Air Base Wing take part in the Operational Readiness Exercise at the Combat Readiness Training Center in Gulfport, Miss., Oct. 25.

U.S. Air Force photo / Senior Airman Ian Hoachlander

Staff Sgt. Vincent White conducts a pre-flight inspection prior to a mission at the Combat Readiness Training Center in Gulfport, Miss, Oct. 27. Pre-flight inspections are mandatory before every flight to ensure the aircraft is working properly. White is a loadmaster with the 300th Airlift Squadron.

U.S. Air Force photo / Staff Sgt. Henry Lancaster

A member of the 315th Airlift Wing, takes part in the Operational Readiness Exercise at the Combat Readiness Training Center in Gulfport, Miss., Oct. 26.

U.S. Air Force photo / Senior Airman Ian Hoachlander

U.S. Air Force photo / Staff Sgt. Henry Lancaster

Firefighters from the 628th Civil Engineer Squadron clean up after an exercise scenario during the Operational Readiness Exercise at the Combat Readiness Training Center in Gulfport, Miss. Oct. 27. The firefighters practiced extinguishing a fire on a C-17 Globemaster III to hone their skills in preparation of an emergency.

Members of the 628th Air Base Wing make their way to their areas of responsibility during the Operational Readiness Exercise at the Combat Readiness Training Center in Gulfport, Miss., Oct. 28.

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this week in air force history

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Oct. 30, 1918 - Capt. Edward Rickenbacker shot down his 26th and final enemy aircraft of World War I. Oct. 31, 2001 - A pair of C-17 Globemaster IIIs flew over Afghanistan to deliver some 35,000 humanitarian rations. The loadmaster aboard one C17 tossed out a single plastic enclosed meal to symbolically represent the millionth meal airdropped. That act occurred on the 61st C17 humanitarian flight to help feed Afghan refugees during Operation Enduring Freedom.

Nov. 1, 1968 - President Lyndon Johnson halted all bombing of North Vietnam.

Nov. 2, 1962 - After Typhoon Karen, Material Air Transportation service aircrews airlifted 1,180 tons of emergency supplies to Guam and evacuated 650 people through Nov. 16.

Nov. 3, 1995 - The DoD announced the purchase of 80 more C-17 Globemaster III aircraft, giving the U.S. Air Force 120 in its inventory.

Nov. 4, 1983 - As part of the Grenada operation, Military Airlift Command transported 755 Cubans on 20 C-130 missions form Grenada to Cuban authorities in Barbados.

Nov. 5, 1958 - The Air Force and Army signed an interservice agreement that gave the Air Force responsibility for the employment of the Jupiter missile.

this week in navy history

Courtesy of Joint Base Charleston Public Affairs

for the duration of the national emergency, World War II.

Oct. 30, 1775 - Congress authorized four vessels for the defense of the United Colonies.

Nov. 2, 1968 - Operation Search Turn began in the Mekong Delta.

Oct. 31, 1961 - The end came to Lighter than Air ships in the U.S. Navy with the disestablishment of Fleet Airship Wing One and ZP-1 and ZP-3, the last operating units in the LTA branch of Naval Aviation, at Lakehurst, N.J. Nov. 1, 1941 - President Franklin Roosevelt placed the Coast Guard under jurisdiction of the Department of the Navy

Nov. 3, 1943 - The battleship Oklahoma, sank at Pearl Harbor, Dec. 7 1941, was refloated.

Nov. 4, 1971 - USS Nathanael Greene (SSBN636) launched a Poseidon C-3 missile in the first surface launch of a Poseidon missile.

Nov. 5, 1945 - Ensign Jake West (VF41) made the first jet landing on board a carrier, USS Wake Island (CVE-65)..

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Air Force vice chief testifies on readiness

By Senior Master Sgt. David Byron Air Force Public Affairs Agency WASHINGTON – The Air Force vice chief of staff provided the Air Force perspective on readiness in an age of austerity to the House Armed Services Committee's Subcommittee on Readiness here Oct. 27.

Gen. Phil Breedlove joined his Army, Navy and Marine Corps counterparts in discussing the challenges expected as the services look to find big budget savings over the next 10 years.

"These are challenging times," Breedlove said. "The Air Force has been at war for more than two decades."

Before joint operations began in Afghanistan shortly after 9/11, the general said the Air Force was already continuously rotating forces to the region to enforce no-fly zones over Iraq following the end of the first Gulf War. Today, the Air Force operates with 34 percent fewer aircraft and roughly 26 percent fewer people than it had when the first Gulf War started, Breedlove said. Meanwhile, the operations tempo has only increased, with no expectation of lessening in the future.

The increased tempo has stressed the service, leading to a slow but steady decline in unit readiness since 2003, he said.

The Air Force has also had to expand or add additional mission capabilities during the current conflicts, Breedlove said.

"We have been asked to support this joint team in intelligence, surveillance and reconnaissance," he said. "We've also been asked to build an increased capacity in special operations, and we will continue to meet both of those requirements."

However, doing so is made all the more difficult by the pressing need to recapitalize the aging fighter, tanker and bomber fleets, the general said.

"We are flying the oldest fleet that the Air Force has ever flown," the general explained.

While recognizing that the Air Force will play its part in the nation's economic recovery, Breedlove said the service also "desperately" needs to recapitalize its aging force.

He said his service is reviewing all areas to find ways to operate with fewer dollars while also modernizing systems. This includes operating in a more energy efficient manner in order to lower fuel costs.

However, the general said the Air Force will have a difficult time meeting all of the nation's defense needs if the special committee established by the Budget Control Act fails to reach consensus and triggers additional automatic budget cuts.

"We believe we'll have to then begin to look at what are the capabilities that we'll have to shed and no longer offer to this joint team," Breedlove said.

Such a budget cut would affect the number of bases the Air Force could support, lessen the number of Airmen who could be retained, and affect the industrial base that provides and maintains Air Force equipment and resources, the general explained.

Despite the uncertain budget environment, Breedlove said senior Air Force leaders remain committed to ensuring the readiness of their service.

"Our goal is to do two things: first of all, maintain a credible military force," Breedlove emphasized. "And second, avoid becoming a hollow force."

VA’s Veteran Canteen Service helping homeless veterans WASHINGTON – The Department of Veterans Affairs is reaching out to homeless Veterans by providing free meals and spending money to eligible homeless Veterans.

“VA is committed to ending homelessness for our Veterans who defended our nation,” said Secretary of Veterans Affairs Eric Shinseki. “As part of that effort, I am pleased the Canteen Service has added these incentives that help Veterans get off the streets and into the care and housing they need.”

The free meals will be offered at Veterans Canteen Service cafeterias to homeless Veterans attending their first VA medical appointment. New Veterans participating in the Housing and Urban Development and VA Supportive Housing program, http://www.va.gov/HOMELESS/index.asp, who present signed leases will also receive a $20 coupon to be used in VCS retail stores located at every VA medical center.

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Nov. 8 ❏ Ten Steps to a Federal Job: Learn the process for landing a Federal job, Nov. 8 from 9 a.m. to noon. Call the AFRC at 963-4406 to register. ❏ Managing the Challenges of Family Separation: Learn how to proactively identify and manage issues families face during deployment, coming from each member's perspective, Nov. 8 from 6 to 7:30 p.m. A light snack provided. Call 963-4406 to register.

Nov. 9 ❏ Post Secondary Access Workshop: The Joint Base School Liaison Office will host this presentation by the Educational Opportunity Center - a program fully funded by the U.S. Department of Education, Nov. 9 from 1 to 3 p.m. Contact Cicely McCray, 764-7869, to reserve a seat at the AFRC. ❏ Spouse Employment / Scholarship Orientation: Learn about free available resources, employment services, resumes, the local job market, scholarships and other job search issues, Nov. 9 from 10 to 11:30 a.m. Call the AFRC at 9634406 to sign up. ❏ Credit Repair Solutions: Learn what it takes to improve your credit score without paying a service to do it for you, Nov. 9 from 10 to 11 a.m. Call the AFRC at 963-4406 to reserve your seat.

Nov. 10 ❏ Medical Clinic closed: The 628th Medical Clinic will be closed all day Nov. 10 and re-open Nov. 14 at 7:30 a.m. ❏ Key Spouse Quarterly Update: Updated information for appointed, trained key spouses, Nov. 10 from 5 to 5:45 p.m. Call the AFRC at 9634406 to sign up. ❏ Spouses Dinner: Fun, great networking and good food all on us, Nov. 10 from 6 to 7:30 p.m.

Call the AFRC at 963-4406 to reserve your seat. ❏ 628th Communication Squadron Golf Tournament: Shotgun start at noon, Nov. 10.

Tournament is four-player, Captain's choice.

Contact Mike Heckendorn at 963-2933 for more information.

Nov. 14 ❏ Transition Assistance Workshop: Learn how to transition from the military to civilian life with ease, Nov. 14 to 18. The first three days of this workshop are from 7:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. The last day is 7:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. Call the AFRC at 963-4406 to sign up.

Nov. 17 ❏ Bundles for Babies: This interactive workshop prepares you for the hardest job you will ever love: parenting: Topics covered at this workshop, Nov. 17 from 5:30 to 8 p.m., include WIC, TRICARE, bonding basics, baby play time and more.

Call the AFRC at 963-4406 to register. ❏ Exceptional Family Member Program Support Group: Civilians and military who are enrolled in EFMP and their dependents are invited to participate in this support group, Nov. 17 from 6 to 8 p.m., to disucss concerns, share ideas and gain support. Call the AFRC at 963-4406 to register.

Nov. 19 ❏ Parent and Community Summit: This event will help provide the tools for raising successful children, Nov. 19 from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Summerville High School. This free event includes a variety of parenting workshops and features guest speaker, Judge Glenda Hatchett. Pre-registration is required. Go to www.dorecheter2.k12. sc.us

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Nov. 9 ❏ Civilian TSP: TSP is a retirement savings and investment plan that allows members to set aside an amount to build for retirement. Join us Nov. 9 from 5 to 7:30 p.m. at the FFSC to learn more about TSP. For more information call 764-7480.

Nov. 14 ❏ Transition Assistance Program: Learn how to transition from the military to civilian life with ease at this workshop Nov.14-17, from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. at the FFSC, Bldg. 755. Call 764-7480 to preregister today.

Nov. 17 ❏ Financial Bright Holidays: Learn how to develop a holiday spending plan with a gift list and an overall survival plan that will assist you in Special Announcements enjoying a less stressful holiday season, Nov. 17 ❏ LEAN Awareness Class: Learn how to create from 10 to 11:30 a.m. at the FFSC, Bldg. 755. Call a more efficient and effective environment in the 764-7480. workplace and learn proven techniques and methods to eliminate waste in processes. The Lean Special Announcements Awareness Class is held every Tuesday in Bldg. ❏ LEAN Awareness Class: Learn how to create 16,000, Mission Support Group Conference Room from 8 to 11 a.m. Call George McDowell at 469- a more efficient and effective environment in the workplace and learn proven techniques and meth8378 for more information. ❏ Over Pricing (ZOP) Program: Per Air ods to eliminate waste in processes. The Lean Mobility Command, everyone that orders parts Awareness Class is held every Tuesday in Bldg. through the Department of Defense stock system is 16,000, Mission Support Group Conference Room requested to file a report when large discrepancies from 8 to 11 a.m. Call George McDowell at 469in prices exist for parts received. An example 8378 for more information. ❏ Budget for Baby: The Navy Marine Corps would be a $5 part that costs $500. All personnel should contact the 628th Logistics Readiness Relief Society offers a basic budgeting class for Squadron Customer Service office to file a com- expecting mothers. Class is held the every second plaint. For questions, concerns or further instruc- Thursday of the month from 9:30 a.m. to noon. tion on ZOP, contact Staff Sgt. Charles Brown at After completing the class, each mom will receive a Layette filled with free baby items such as crib 963-4831. ❏ Workforce Specialist: A workforce specialist sheets, onesies and a homemade blanket. Call 764is now available by appointment on Tuesdays from 7662 or come in to sign up for the class. Our tem1 to 4 p.m. and Thursdays from 10 a.m. to noon. porary office is located in Bldg. 301 (PSD), Room The specialist can help with job referrals, resume 212. ❏ Work & Family Life Specialists: Work & and interview assistance and provide information about educational opportunities for active duty, Family Life specialists are available by appointretirees, dependents, and Department of Defense ment. Get help with job referrals, resume and intercivilians. Call 963-4406 to schedule an appoint- view assistance, first move and information about educational opportunities for active duty, retirees, ment. family members and Department of Defense civilSee more briefs at www.charleston.af.mil ians. Call the FFSC at 764-7480 for an appointment.

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Movie Schedule: Weapons Station Movie Theater: Call 764-7516 for show times. Admission is free. Doors open 30 minutes prior to each showing. ❏ Harry Potter and the Deadly Hallows: Nov. 4, 7:30 p.m., Rated PG-13 ❏ Zoo Keeper: Nov. 5, 5 p.m., Rated PG ❏ The Change Up: Nov. 5, 7:30 p.m., Rated R ❏ Harry Potter and the Deadly Hallows: Nov. 6, 2 p.m., Rated PG-13 ❏ Friends with Benefits: Nov. 10, 7:30 p.m., Rated R

Movie Schedule: Air Base Movie Theater: Call 963-3333 for show times. Admission is $4.50 for adults 12 years and older, and $2.25 for children 6-11 years old. Movies rated "G" are $2.25 for children 3-11 years old. Visit www.aafes.com for full movie schedules. ❏ Killer Elite: Nov. 4, 7:30 p.m., Rated R ❏ Dolphin Tale: Nov. 5, 7:30 p.m., Rated PG

Joint Base Charleston - Weapons Station ❏ Birthday bowling parties: Looking for something different to do for your next birthday party?

Marrington Bowling Center has birthday bowling parties that are great for kids of any age. Call the bowling center for party options and availability. ❏ Stroller Rollers offers "Fitness for Mom, fun for baby!" Attention new mothers, now there is a way to get fit while spending quality time with your baby. With the Stroller Rollers program, you'll shape up with a power walk and body sculpting while strolling with your baby. It's a great chance to interact with other new moms. Classes meet at the Naval Support Activity gymnasium on Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays from 9:15 to 10:15 a.m. Classes are free. Materials are provided. For more information, call MWR Fitness Director Nancy Haynsworth at 764-4067. ❏ Free on-line tutoring service: Tutor.com for Military Families is the Defense Department's official, online, on-demand tutoring and homework help service for military members and their families. The site, http://www.tutor.com/military offers round-the-clock professional tutors who can assist with homework, studying, test preparation, proof-reading and more. Active-duty military members and National Guard,

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can provide the tools and information to improve your score and make the right decisions about collections and debt. Call FFSC at 764-7480 for more information. ❏ Wise credit Choices: Did you know that your credit score is a huge deciding factor for interest rates, mortgages, insurance costs, employability, loans, deposits, etc.? Call a personal financial manager at the FFSC for an appointment at 764-7480. ❏ Developing your spending plan: Let a financial education specialist at the FFSC on Joint Base Charleston-Weapons Station provide you the tools and resources needed to develop a financial plan of your dreams. The purpose of a financial plan is for you to determine where you are now, where you want to go and how you plan to get there by starting today. Contact the FFSC 764-7480 for more information.

Updates and Notices ❏ Stepping Stones Pre-School storytime: Parents and pre-school children learn together through stories, songs, arts & crafts and play time with the Stepping Stones Pre-school Story Time program at the JB CHS - Weapons Station Branch Library. Children must be pre-school age and accompanied by a parent or guardian. This free program is Thursday mornings at 9:30 a.m. To register, call 764-7900. ❏ MWR's Recycling Department calling for all metal: Containers for empty aluminum cans are located throughout the Naval Support Activity.

Aluminum cans are the mainstay of the recycling program; however, all types of metal are accepted.

If you have heavy metal products that need to be picked up, call the Recycling Department at 7430510. All recycling proceeds go towards enhancing your Morale, Welfare, Recreation facilities and programs. ❏ Resale vehicle lot: Selling a car, truck, camper, boat or motorcycle? MWR's "Hot Deals on Wheels" used vehicle lot offers the only authorized place to display vehicles for sale on Naval Support Activity. The lot is located near Red Bank Road in the New Wave Pool parking lot. The cost is $8 per week for military and immediate family and $10 per week for retirees and DoD civilians.

Reservations and payment are accepted at the Information, Tickets and Tours Office. Call 7642120 for more information. ❏ Parents, need a night out? The Child Development Homes program has certified providers available for Friday night child care. Call the CDH office for a list of available providers at 764-7347.

See more briefs at www.charleston.af.mil To submit a news brief, send an e-mail to patriot@charleston.af.mil. Make the subject line "NEWS BRIEFS." Submissions must be received no later than close of business the Friday prior to publication.

Reserve personnel and Defense Department civilians on active duty in a deployed status and their family members are eligible to participate. Tutor.com's network includes more than 2,500 professional tutors who have delivered more than six million, one-on-one tutoring sessions since 2001. Each tutor is certified through the site, and all sessions are recorded for quality control. The program can also be accessed through a free app for the iPod Touch, iPhone or iPad. ❏ Make your next party a movie party at Cinema One: Looking for a unique idea for your next group party? Why not make it a movie party? Cinema One offers private showings of your favorite feature films. Cinema One movie parties are perfect for birthday celebrations, command socials, class trips, youth groups and lots more. Movie parties are free to groups of 40 or more (with concessions purchase) and are $25 to groups of less than 40 people. Call theater manager, Teresa Stuckey, at 764-4107 for reservation information.

Joint Base Charleston - Air Base Nov. 1 ❏ Free Deployed Spouses Dinner: Have fun, experience great networking and enjoy good food. If you are the spouse of a deployed member, you're invited to dinner Nov. 10 from 6 to 7:30 p.m. Call the AFRC at 963-4406 to reserve your seat.

Nov. 16 ❏ Free Family Game Night: Here's a great opportunity for the whole family to enjoy a night out together. The Air Base Library is hosting a family game night Nov. 16 from 6 to 8 p.m. The Library's gaming center will be in full operation with Wii, Xbox 360 and PS3 games, along with several board games. This is a free event with all games and food provided. Call 963-3320 for more details.

Regular events ❏ Girl Scouting: Girls in kindergarten through eighth grade are invited to join Girl Scout Troop 895 at the Chapel Annex on the second and fourth Tuesdays from 6 to 7:30 p.m. Contact Patti Donahue at 618-363-5230 or pdonahue@sc.rr.com for more information. ❏ Story Hours at the Library: The Base Library has two fun story hours every week. Mondays at 10 a.m., is the home day care story hour. Please call ahead each week to sign-up your group for this day. Tuesdays is the toddler open story and craft hour starting at 10 a.m. Reservations are not required for this session. Both sessions are free. Call 963-3320 to sign up. ❏ Tennis Lessons: Lessons are held at the Outdoor Recreation tennis courts. Children six through 17 and adults can enroll for one-hour sessions, twice a week for $80 per month. Lessons are held on Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday from 9 to 11 a.m. and 3 to 6 p.m.

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No near-term changes to DoD Tuition Assistance policy Courtesy of American Forces Press Service WASHINGTON – Although no changes to the tuition assistance policy will be made in the near term, defense officials stated the tuition assistance program will be considered as part of the holistic review of the military compensation package.

Current policy provides eligible service members up to $4,500 in tuition assistance. The Defense Department will pay up to $250 per semester hour for both undergraduate and graduate studies.

"The department, in consultation with the military service departments, is doing a thorough review of all the benefits included in the military compensation package,” said Jo Ann Rooney, principal deputy undersecretary of defense, personnel and readiness.

"Our goal is that any announcements about changes to existing policies affecting service members' benefits and com-

pensation will be made after the comprehensive review,” she said.

All military services are providing input to the DoD review, officials said. If any changes are made to the tuition assistance policy, they will be instituted in a deliberate, thoughtful manner maintain the integrity of a joint uniform policy for all service members.

Tuition assistance is a popular benefit for military members, particularly in light of the rising costs of post-secondary education courses. However, due to current fiscal constraints, the services consider these costs unsustainable, officials said.

Even if adjustments are made to the program, they emphasized that the department will continue to support its members' higher education goals.

"Opportunities for personal and professional growth have long been a part of military life, and the Department of Defense is committed to helping service members pursue civilian education while in uniform," said Robert L. Gordon

III, the deputy assistant secretary of defense for military community and family policy.

Among educational offerings at military installations is access to education counselors who provide face-to-face guidance to service members and their families, officials said.

In addition, the Voluntary Education Program portal addresses a full range of educational issues from tuition assistance and financial aid to information on more than 1,800 colleges and universities. The portal may be found at http://apps.mhf.dod.mil/voled.

DoD's off-duty, voluntary education programs represent one of the world's largest continuing education programs, officials said. About 300,000 service members enroll in post-secondary courses each year, leading to associate, bachelor's, master's, and doctorate degrees.

Colleges and universities deliver classroom instruction through an extensive network to hundreds of military installations around the world.

MCPON holds Leadership Mess Symposium

By Petty Officer 1st Class Abraham Essenmacher Office of the Master Chief Petty Officer of the Navy WASHINGTON – Master Chief Petty Officer of the Navy Rick West concluded his annual Leadership Mess Symposium in Suffolk, Va., Oct. 28, which included more than 100 Fleet, Force and flag-level command master chiefs.

The goal of the symposium was to deliver clear, concise communication on Navy programs and practices to the Navy's top enlisted leaders for continued force effectiveness.

They received a full spectrum of timely information regarding policies and processes affecting today's Navy.

"Our Navy's greatest asset is our Sailors and it's critical for the Chief's Mess to be on the same page with challenging, leading and mentoring Sailors," said West. "A key part of our ability to achieve those objectives is awareness of the issues affecting our service and the resources available to make the team successful."

MCPON's Leadership Mess received briefs from several flag officers including Chief of Naval Operations Adm. Jonathan Greenert, Chief of Naval Personnel Vice Adm. Scott Van Buskirk, and Deputy Chief of Naval Operations for Integration of Capabilities and Resources Vice Adm. John Blake.

Current topics including energy, budget and programming, suicide prevention, opera-

tional stress control, strategic communication, Spice, Fleet manning initiatives, uniform matters and the different phases of the CPO 365 program. Attendees also participated in group breakout sessions to focus on several current Fleet priorities.

"Our master chiefs are working hard with their commanders to ensure we are always mission-ready and looking forward to the next target on the horizon," said West. "This forum allows us to hear firsthand from senior leaders and subject-matter experts, and then to discuss those issues among deckplate leaders. The objective is for our command master chiefs to have the latest information that they can share with the Sailors in their areas of responsibility."

With significant budget concerns and other

challenges facing the Armed Forces, West believes senior enlisted leaders need to possess a solid understanding of the Navy's approach to effectively balancing combat readiness with fiscal realities, and to shaping the force in a manner that preserves quality of service for Sailors and their families.

"We serve in a Navy that is always evolving and changing to meet current and future global requirements," said West. "If we are going to continue to be the best Navy ever, the Chiefs' Mess and our senior enlisted leaders must grow professionally and be familiar with every aspect of our Navy," said West.

For more news from Master Chief Petty Officer of the Navy, visit www.navy.mil/ local/mcpon/.

Website helps troops exercise their right to vote Courtesy of the Department of Defense WASHINGTON – There’s a website out there that helps troops and their family members exercise their right to vote.

The Federal Voting Assistance Program’s website provides online wizards for the federal postcard application and the federal write-in absentee ballots, and provides voters direct access to their states’ voting systems, said Bob Carey, FVAP director, during a recent DODLive Bloggers’ Roundtable interview. The site also includes links relevant to the user’s local elecitions.

“So if the state has an online voter registration system for military and overseas voters, [voters] can go [to the site] thru FVAP,” he said. “They don’t even have to use our form. If the state has an online ballot delivery system, [the site] will send

them directly there. And hopefully it will be seamless, intuitive, quick.”

This website is especially important, since the FVAP 2010 post-election reportshowed that 29% of the military never received their ballots, and 44% of local election officials sent out ballots after the 45-day deadline. On the plus side, there was a 21% increase in military voting, a 27% increase in military voters receiving ballots, and a 24% increase in military voters casting ballots. It also showed broad increases in voter awareness of available voting assistance resources. This is good news, especially considering that the program hopes to roll out some type of eVoting site in the future.

“The Department of Defense has a mandate to do an Internet voting demonstration project for military voting — for military voters. And we are working towards figuring out

how to be able to do that,” said Carey. He said the program must consider a few issues, though, while developing such a site.

“There are inherent security risks with that,” he said. “But there are also inherent security risks with the current system, such as 112,000 people who think they’re going to get a ballot, don’t get it. That’s a risk. There’s not going to be any electronic voting system that’s ever going to be 100 percent secure, but also the current paper-based system is not 100 percent reliable, either. So we’ve got to accept that.”

Some states will very likely run Internet voting systems for military and overseas voters in the 2012 election, he said. The FVAP site will make sure the voters are aware of them.

He said the ultimate goal is for fvap.gov to be the one-stop shop for military voters.

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Starbucks at the Club now opens at 6:30 a.m.

Breakfast served up to 10:30 a.m.

Coffee service available until 4 p.m. weekdays “We proudly brew Starbucks Coffee”

Lunch buffet prices rolled back Monday - Thursday Members - $6.50 All others - $8.50 Friday Fisherman’s Buffet Members - $8.50 All others - $10.50

Free Thanksgiving Buffets for Members Wednesday, Nov. 16 Lunch: 11 a.m. - 1 p.m. Dinner: 5 - 7 p.m.

Roasted turkey, honey glazed ham and all the trimmings!

All others invited to dine for just $8.50 per person.

On the Air Base 963-3914

the

Charleston Club

Nine-pin, no-tap

Tournament

Saturday, Nov. 5 - 6 p.m.

All bowlers welcome!

AERO CLUB OPEN HOUSE SATURDAY, NOV. 12 11 a.m. - 3 p.m.

Free food & beverages $79 Discovery Flights Learn how you can realize your dream of becoming a pilot.

Entry: $20 per bowler Prize money based on number of entries.

Sign up day of tournament.

Starlifter Lanes On the Air Base 963-3315

JB Charleston Aero Club 963-5152

Next to the FAA tower on Fighter Road

BILTMORE ESTATE

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Dec. 3-4, 2011 Immerse yourself in a level of elegant holiday splendor that only Biltmore Estate can offer. A limited amount of spaces are available for this extraordinary trip on a first-come, first-served basis. Call for additional details.

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MISC NOTICES

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Come Join the Fun at CafeMoms.com.... info, playdates & meet other Moms on the base! group "Moms on the NWS in Charleston SC"

Seeking part-time account representatives, sales payment and bookkeepers. Applicants must be computer literate with access to the Internet, Send resume to: herron1870@gmail.com

Military Mommies Group for JB Charleston. Visit our website for playdates and more http://www.meetup.com/military-moms/ MOPS (Mothers of Preschoolers) For Moms with kids birth through kindergarten.

Meets the 2nd and 4th Tuesday of the month at Old Fort Baptist Church, 10505 Dorchester RD. Summerville, SC 29485. Contact Heather Hansen 873-2283 for more information.

VETERANS DAY 2011 OBSERVANCE American Legion Post 166, Goose Creek will be conducting its Annual Veterans Day Observance at Carolina Memorial Gardens, 7113 Rivers Ave, North Charleston on Friday, November 11th 2011.

The ceremony will be held at the “GARDEN OF VALOR” commencing promptly at 11AM. (In case of inclement weather, observance will be held in the chapel) Please take a few minutes out of your busy schedule to join us all in honoring our Veterans. The program will last 45 minutes to 1 hour followed by refreshments at American Legion Post 166 located at 116 Howe Hall Road, right off Redbank Road, Goose Creek. If you would like more information about this VETERANS DAY OBSERVANCE, please call the Post at 553-5454 or visit our web site at americanlegionpost166sc.com

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CLUES ACROSS 1. Wooden strip 5. Adolph S. ____, NY Times 9. Divine Egyptian beetle 11. Revolve 13. Indelible skin marks 15. President Lyndon 16. Ethiopia 17. Ice hockey equipment 19. Possessed 20. Ecclesiastical you 22. Satiate 23. Indium Tin Oxide 24. Stray 25. Belong to he 26. Without (French) 28. Satiny finished cotton fabric 31. Tennis player Bjorn 32. Impudence 33. Segregating operation 34. Scottish tax 35. Progenies 37. Face covering 38. Superior grade wine 39. Member of Congress (abbr.)

41. Man-child 42. Land frog 43. A university in Connecticut 45. Feline 46. Montana herb used on bruises 49. Shellac ingredient 50. Seed of anise 53. Day of rest and worship 55. State of being rejected 56. An island in the W Pacific 57. Mother of the Celtic fairies 58. Tells on

CLUES DOWN 1. Criticize severely 2. Soaps 3. “Honeymooners” actor Carney 4. High NM city 5. Express delight 6. Cardboard box (abbr.)

7. Mixing corned beef & potatoes 8. Summer ermines 9. Remain as is 10. ___ choy: cabbage 11. Pasadena flower 12. Inside 14. Pane frameworks 15. Aeroplanes 18. Paper-thin tin plate 21. Rubs out 26. Plural of sorus 27. Major blood vessel 29. Chore 30. The letter S 31. Short haircut 33. Citizens of Riyadh 34. Spanish saloon 35. Husk of wheat 36. Used as a driveway coating 37. Groaned 38. A standard stack of wood 40. Flat dishes 41. Large number (usually pl.)

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