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MC1 (AW) Tim Comerford A Coast Guardsman assigned to JEBLCFS checks a security boat for signs of life during a training scenario that is part of Exercise Solid Curtain-Citadel Shield 2012, March 19.

SOLID CURTAIN-CITADEL SHIELD 2012 BEGINS WITH A ‘BANG’ Exercise tests the security of installations, the work of the trainers

By MC1 (AW) Tim Comerford The Flagship Staff Writer

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Exercise Solid Curtain-Citadel Shield 2012 (SCCS 2012) began in

the Hampton Roads area with a scenario of an active shooter pursuit on the water of Little Creek Harbor, March 19. The scenario was used to test the skills of the security force and team that trains them.

“Crack! Crack! Cra-crack!”

The sound of gunfire echoed across the water as engines screamed in exertion, kicking up white trails of wakes in the water.

Three boats barreled down the

waterfront of Joint Expeditionary Base Little Creek-Fort Story (JEBLCFS). One boat, a rigid-hulled inflatable boat (RHIB) carried a man dressed in blue camouflage, black Flak Helmet and a semiautomatic weapon, which he fired haphazardly. The other two, also RHIB’s, but with U.S. Coast Guard emblazoned on the side, carried men in blue jumpsuits, two manning the 50 caliber machine guns,

firing back at their assailant.

“Pa-pa-pa-pahhh! Pa-pa-pa-papapow!”

The first boat slowed. The RHIB manned by the Coast Guardsmen pulled alongside and investigated the assailant’s boat. Two men went inside the boat, and after a minute, came out signaling that all people aboard were dead and all was clear.

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Truman Sailors committed to community service

Enterprise Sailor recovered after falling overboard

By MC2 Leona Mynes USS Harry S. Truman (CVN 75) Public Affairs

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Enterprise Carrier Strike Group Public Affairs

Sailors assigned to the aircraft carrier USS Harry S. Truman (CVN 75) completed their second Community Service Day, March 13.

More than 800 Sailors participated in a Community Service Day, which involved 12 community service projects in the Hampton Roads community.

For organizations like the Norfolk Botanical Garden, a non-profit horticulture museum, Sailor volunteer service is critical.

“Because of the physical capability and age of Sailors, they do a lot of physically intensive projects,” said Tom Houser, a senior gardener at Norfolk Botanical Garden. “Without their help, the projects would take much longer to get done.”

Sailors removed weed overgrowth and organic debris from the children’s park and surrounding trails, said Houser.

Two-thirds of Norfolk Botanical Garden’s operation relies on community donations and volunteer service, said Brian O’Neil, Norfolk Botanical

USS ENTERPRISE, AT SEA

A Sailor aboard the aircraft carrier USS Enterprise (CVN 65) was recovered uninjured after falling overboard at 5:39 a.m., March 15.

The Sailor was recovered by an SH-60F Seahawk search and rescue helicopter from Helicopter Anti-submarine Squadron 11 (HS-11).

The Sailor was working on the flight deck when the incident occurred. Several other Sailors working nearby witnessed the fall and immediately called for assistance.

The HS-11 helicopter, attached to Carrier Air Wing 1 (CVW-1), was not airborne at the time of the incident, but quickly made preparations for takeoff in response to the man overboard call.

Enterprise and CVW-1 are conducting carrier qualifications in the Atlantic Ocean prior to continuing on the ship’s regularly-scheduled deployment.

The cause of the incident is currently under investigation.

USS KEARSARGE SHOWCASES ENERGY INITIATIVES TO SENATE The USS Kearsarge (LHD 3) hosted the Secretary of the Navy, senators, admirals and generals as they made the case for alternative energy initiatives in the U.S. Navy and Marine Corps, March 12. » see A8

online Exercise Solid Curtain-Citadel Shield 2012 ran from March 19 - 23. For more on Solid Curtain-Citadel Shield, visit www.navy.mil, or visit the Commander, Navy Region Mid-Atlantic website at www.cnic. navy.mil/CNRMA.

MCSN Kristina Young Hospital Corpsman 3rd Class Karis Cruz, assigned to USS Harry S. Truman (CVN 75), transports flowers during a community service project at the Virginia Zoo in Norfolk.

PRESIDENT PROCLAIMS ‘NATIONAL DAY OF HONOR’ Read the president’s proclamation on the 9th Anniversary of U.S. forces moving into Iraq.

TWO CAUSES HOLD 5K RUNS Two runs are scheduled this weekend. Spartyka Wounded Warrior 5K aims to benefit veterans in need, while Cerebral Palsy of Virginia will hold a 5K Run, Walk-A-Thon.

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Garden’s director of horticulture.

“It is always a huge help for a group of Sailors to come out and take care of the larger projects,” he said. “It really helps us when Sailors give back to the communities. I think the private sector can take inspiration from that.”

“It’s so exciting that the Truman gives us the opportunity to serve the Hampton Roads community,” said Operations Specialist Seaman Kelly O’Donnell, assigned to Truman’s operations department. “Community service gives you a real feeling of accomplishment at the end of the day.”

Sailors conducted community service at Norfolk Botanical Garden, For Kids Haven House, Mojo Thrift Shop, Union Mission, Azalea Little League Park, Nauticus, Samaritan House, Virginia Zoo in Norfolk, Habitat for Humanity, Norfolk Animal Shelter, Virginia Beach Parks and Recreation and I.C. Norcom High School in Portsmouth.

“Community service helps us recharge as a team,” said Air-Traffic Controller Airman Austin Hansen, assigned to Truman’s air department. “We can serve our community and go back to work knowing we’ve helped the community we live and work in.”

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Sailors from Navy Cyber Forces and Naval Network Warfare Command Joint Information Dominance First Class Petty Officers Association (JIDFCPOA) teamed up with the Child Development Center (CDC) onboard Joint Expeditionary Base Little Creek-Fort Story to participate in a community outreach program, March 14.

The Sailors donated arts and craft materials to interact with four pre-school classes at the CDC as part of their mission to give back to the community.

“A lot of us have kids the same age and know exactly how important it is for them to see a positive role model,” said Information Systems Technician 1st Class Joel Melendez, JID-FCPOA president. “I am happy we could come out and let them know how important they are.”

Pam Powers, pre-school teacher at the CDC, spoke about the positive impact the Sailors participation had on the children.

“Today is going really well,” said Powers. “You can see how excited the kids are to have the Sailors visit. We look forward to seeing them come back again soon.”

Sailor played games, constructed crafts, colored and talked with the kids during their visit.

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MC1 Joshua J. Wahl Yeoman 1st Class Daniel N. Vasquez and Information Systems Technician 1st Class David K. Hart hand out coloring markers for craft activities with preschool students at the Joint Expeditionary Base Little Creek-Fort Story Child Development Center during a community outreach program.

A lot of us have kids the same age and know exactly how important it is for them to see a positive role model.”

-Information Systems Technician 1st Class Joel Melendez, JID-FCPOA president

includes monthly visits in the local community with an event in place to meet again with CDC students, according to Information Systems Technician 1st Class Binal D. Jones.

“Next month we are very excited to continue our relationship with the CDC by enjoying a picnic that honors the upcoming Month of the Military Child,” said Jones. “For the kids who undergo frequent moves and endure parents being deployed, we really want to promote awareness and give thanks to these little heroes.”

20TH ANNUAL SAFETY PDC OPENS Naval Safety Center Public Affairs

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The 20th annual Safety Professional Development Conference (PDC) kicked off, March 12.

The conference is hosted by the Naval Safety and Environmental Training Center, based in Norfolk, and this year’s theme is “Mission First, Safety Always.”

Hundreds of safety professionals from across the fleet gather each year to learn about the latest policy changes, technological updates and training possibilities in their fields.

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During the last two decades, the safety PDC has expanded to reflect the joint operating environment in which many operate. This year’s conference featured attendees from the Navy, Marine Corps, Army, Air Force and Coast Guard.

Rear Adm. Brian C. Prindle, Commander, Naval Safety Center, welcomed the crowd and emphasized the importance of safety in the Department of Defense as a whole, and encouraged the group to share information with others of different services.

“A diverse team will always outperform a team where everyone has the same knowl-

■ about the PDC Safety professionals gather yearly to learn about the latest policy changes, technological updates and training possibilities in their fields. edge and training base. This is your opportunity to network with experts from many organizations around the world and revitalize your safety programs,” he said.

Deputy Assistant Secretary of the Navy (Safety) Paul Hanley also addressed the conference and lauded safety as “a noble calling.” He referenced

Secretary of the Navy Ray Mabus’ 21st Century Sailor and Marine initiative, which lists safety as a top priority focus area and a crucial part of fleet readiness.

“The better your safety program, the greater your warfare capability,” said Hanley. “Our real challenge is the cultural adjustment that needs to occur so everyone realizes this.”

The Safety PDC continued throughout the week with classes and seminars across the spectrum, including personal motor vehicles, occupational safety and health, and operational and off-duty risk management.

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Naval Special Warfare support technicians receive training on a solar powered refrigerator at Joint Expeditionary Base Little CreekFort Story.

Naval Special Warfare Sailors test ‘green power’ initiatives for deployed units

By MC2 William S. Parker Naval Special Warfare Group 2 Public Affairs

This will reduce the amount of fossil fuels used in a combat zone and will allow our expeditionary camps to be more self-sustained.”

- Chief Warrant Officer David Wolff, speaking about using the solar powered refrigerator

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Seabees assigned to Naval Special Warfare Group Two are receiving training on solar-powered equipment this March at Joint Expeditionary Base Little Creek-Fort Story.

Sailors involved in the project said the equipment may be part of future NSW deployments and could reduce energy consumption by deployed units. The overall program is part of the Secretary of the Navy’s net-zero initiative on solar power management.

Solar powered refrig-

erators are being tested as a ‘green’ alternative to the current field units, which are powered by diesel generators, according to project organizers.

“Most camps in Afghanistan generate their electricity with diesel generators,” said Chief Warrant Officer David Wolff, the Officer in Charge of the NSWG2 Combat Service Support Detachment.

“The diesel generators require constant maintenance and refueling, and this solar powered refrigerator can be used in austere environments.”

The Seabee crew also received training on the basic

The solar powered refrigerators are being tested as a green alternative to the current diesel field units.

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maintenance and specifications of the solar powered refrigerator, such as the operating temperatures and how long it can run on one charge.

These green initiatives have safety benefits in a combat environment as well.

Wolff said the new solar equipment can save lives by

reducing the need to ship fuel by motor-vehicle convoys.

“The solar powered refrigerator is specifically designed for expeditionary camps and runs off of 100 percent green energy,” said Wolff.

“This will reduce the amount of fossil fuels used in

a combat zone and will allow our expeditionary camps to be more self-sustained.”

Seabees play critical roles in supporting Navy SEALs who deploy into combat zones with functional areas such as building and maintaining expeditionary camps, power generation and ground mobility.

ROYAL CANADIAN AIR CADETS VISIT NAVAL STATION NEWPORT

By Bob Krekorian Naval Station Newport Public Affairs

NEWPORT, R.I.

Royal Canadian air cadets departed Naval Station Newport, March 14, following a three-day visit that included orientations at the Surface Warfare Officers School and a visit at the Naval War College.

The cadets and their adult chaperones were from the 172d Clarington Squadron, Bowmanville, Ontario and were travelling to the New England region over their spring vacation.

The squadron, an aviation based training organization, for Canadian youth age 12 - 19 years, is sponsored and

operated by the Air Cadet League and Canada’s Department of National Defense.

“This trip gives our cadets an opportunity to see things they haven’t seen before,” said Maj. Don Duthie (ret.), a former squadron commanding officer who accompanied the group. “For some it’s their first trip to the United States,” he said.

“This trip is the highlight of the year for the cadets and is turning out to be an experience of a lifetime,” said Capt.

Brent McKee, squadron Executive Officer.

Cadets visited the state-ofthe-art Full Mission Bridge simulator at the Surface Warfare Officers School where

SWOS students learn advanced ship-handing techniques and bridge resource management. The cadets were given the opportunity to operate the weapons, radar and ship’s control console.

“It’s a very clever way to train,” said cadet Warrant Officer Two Hanna May Ritchie, 18, squadron drill commander and cadet training officer.

“This was real cool and allowed us to see all types of training contingencies,” she said.

The cadets visited the Mahan Hall Reading Room at the Naval War College where they met with Royal Canadian Navy Lt. Cmdr.

Sylvain Belair, a student at

the Naval Command College for international military officers. Belair spoke to the cadets about his naval career and experiences as a frigate executive officer.

“This training is about the value of building relationships and respecting other naval professionals,” said Belair.

Upon graduation in June, Belair will serve as the military assistant to the Canadian Minister of National Defense.

“Lt. Cmdr. Belair’s comments were good for me to hear,” said cadet Cpl. William Worth, 15, of Bowmanville, Ontario. Worth said he is planning on a military career.

The squadron also toured

Bob Krekorian Lt. Greg Descovich (right), Surface Warfare Officers School simulations instructor, talks about ship-handling techniques to Royal Canadian Air Cadets from the 172d Clarington Squadron, Bowmanville, Ontario.

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Floru spoke about the wing’s mission and interna-

tional relationship with the Royal Canadian air force (RCAF). Wing instructors provided training to RCAF pilots on the C-130J aircraft.

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The event gave the students a break from their everyday routine and allowed them to interact with Sailors.”

-Frank Seemar, a communication skills specialist from Sewells Point Elementary

Yeoman 3rd Class Marcus Dewitt, assigned to the aircraft carrier USS Harry S. Truman (CVN 75), reads to Sewells Point Elementary students in Norfolk, March 12.

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Truman Sailors participate in national reading program

By MC3 David R. Finley, Jr. USS Harry S. Truman (CVN 75) Public Affairs

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Sailors assigned to the aircraft carrier USS Harry S. Truman (CVN 75) volunteered at a local school, March 12, to participate in “Read Across America” (RAA).

RAA is an annual project created by the National Education Association in 1997. The program is designed to motivate children to read and emphasize the importance

■ about the Truman The USS Harry S. Truman (CVN 75) is undergoing a docking planned incremental availability at Norfolk Naval Shipyard to conduct maintenance and refurbish shipboard systems.

of reading.

Eight Truman Sailors read stories by Dr. Seuss to children in first-grade through fifth-grade at

Sewells Point Elementary School.

“I think it is important for Truman Sailors to be involved with the schools,” said Cmdr. Dan Rossler, Truman’s chief engineering officer. “A child’s interest level in reading plays a vital role in their development.”

Rossler said he enjoyed the chance to step away from the ship and read to his son’s first-grade class.

“This event shows that our Sailors realize that it is not just enough to come to work and do our jobs,”

said Rossler. “We are also trying to get them to become better people.

That involves going out into the community and volunteering their time.”

Truman Sailors had a chance to read in more than 35 classrooms, said Frank Seemar, a communication skills specialist from Sewells Point Elementary.

“I noticed great participation today between the students and Truman Sailors,” said Seemar.

“The event gave the students a

break from their everyday routine and allowed them to interact with Sailors.”

Truman’s Junior Enlisted Association (JEA) organized the project at the school and plans to provide tutoring sessions in the future.

“JEA is committed to an ongoing relationship with Sewells Point Elementary School,” said Yeoman 3rd Class (SW/AW) Richard Gozon, JEA member and event coordinator. “We look forward to coming back to the school to volunteer.”

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War of 1812: British impressments, attacks push U.S. into ďŹ rst declared war

By MC2 Leona Mynes Carrier Strike Group 10 Public Affairs

MC2 Rafael Martie Local U.S. Navy shore and sea command senior and junior enlisted Sailors of the Year gather with senior ag ofďŹ cers for a group picture during the Hampton Roads Chapter Surface Navy Association (HRSNA) Sailors of the Year luncheon, March 14.

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The Hampton Roads Chapter of the Surface Navy Association (HRSNA) recognized local U.S. Navy and Coast Guard shore and sea command senior and junior Sailors of the Year during a luncheon at Vista Point onboard Naval Station Norfolk, March 14.

Rear Adm. David M. Thomas, Jr., Commander, Naval Surface Force Atlantic (SURFLANT) said he was humbled, grateful and inspired to be with all the senior and junior Sailors of the Year. “I have been in the Navy a long time and our Sailors have always been great, but they have never been greater than they are today,� said Thomas.

Vice Adm. Hank GifďŹ n (ret.), USN East Coast SNA vice president, praised not only the winners, but all the Sailors who were nominated. “You’ve all made it this far, but you can’t rest on your

laurels. You can never be too good to be mission ready and be great leaders. I guarantee this will not be the last recognition you will get,� he said.

Chief Ship’s Serviceman (sel.) (SW/AW) Angela A. Zamora, U.S. Fleet Forces Sea Sailor of the Year, from the amphibious assault ship USS Wasp (LHD 1), enjoyed the lunch that SNA provided and was honored to join all the command winners for 2011. “Luncheons like these motivate junior Sailors to work hard because of the incentive to be recognized outside your command. They will work hard because there is no greater honor than to represent their commands at functions like these,� she said.

The SNA luncheon did not just honor Sailors from the U.S. Navy, they also honored the Coast Guard’s Enlisted Person of the Year. “I am humbled to be selected as Sailor of the Year for my command, said Store Keeper 1st Class Kimberly Holubec from USCG Surface, Forces, Logistics, Center (SFLC). “It

was great to be recognized with the Navy. SNA really went out of their way to make this a nice, memorable luncheon for all of us.�

HRSNA Vice President for senior enlisted, Master Chief Hospital Corpsman (SW/ FMF) Patrick Modglin was grateful for all the local commands that came out to support their Sailors. “This is a great avenue to recognize our Sailors and Coast Guardsmen for a job well done,� said Modglin. “They are the best of the best and we‘re fortunate to have their leadership and technical expertise in our Navy and Coast Guard. It is an honor to recognize them for their sustained superior performance.�

SNA was incorporated in 1985 to promote greater coordination and communication among those in the military, business and academic communities who share a common interest in Naval Surface Warfare.

The SNA counts among its distinguished members Adm. Arleigh Burke, a founding member and Chairman of the Board.

In 1776, the U.S. founding fathers wrote and signed the Declaration of Independence, declaring that the U.S. was no longer a territory of Great Britain, which launched the two nations into the American Revolutionary War. The Americans prevailed. However, the British continued to make their power and presence known off the Eastern Coast of the United States.

Thirty years after the U.S. declared independence and 200 years ago this year, the Royal Navy was the most powerful in the world. They split their 1,000-ship Navy between the Atlantic and ďŹ ghting the Napoleonic Wars in France.

With this power, they had blockaded Europe and the American East Coast in the early 1810s. The Royal Navy seized American merchant vessels departing the Chesapeake Bay and forced their crews into Royal Navy service, called impressment.

Impressment was appalling to Americans and spurred a nationwide feeling of resentment toward the British.

In June 1807, a British frigate HMS Leopard attacked the American 36-gun frigate USS Chesapeake, demanding to search for British deserters. When Chesapeake refused to allow British Sailors to board, the Leop-

ard ďŹ red on Chesapeake, wounding or killing many of its crew members. Chesapeake surrendered and the Royal Navy forced Chesapeake Sailors into servitude.

The news rippled through the U.S., sparking anger, however, President Thomas Jefferson decided against declaring war on Britain.

According to WhiteHouse.gov, Jefferson left the presidency and James Madison, who was a law man that served in the Continental Congress, was elected in 1808.

Madison, who signed the Declaration of Independence, helped write the Virginia Constitution and participated in political events throughout the Revolutionary War and after, was fed up with the 30-year-long rivalry between the countries. With inuence from supporters, Madison asked congress to declare war on the British on June 1, 1812.

According to the Library of Congress, the House of Representatives passed the declaration on June 4, 1812 and the Senate followed on June 17, 1812. â€œâ€Ś The Congress of the United States, by virtue of the constituted authority vested in them, have declared by their act ‌ that war exists between the United Kingdom of Great Britain and Ireland, and the dependencies thereof, and the United States of America and their territories,â€? said the proclamation. “Therefore I, James Madison, president of the United States, do hereby proclaim the same to all whom it may concern.â€?

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Naval Station Norfolk TPU CSADD chapter looks forward to keep Sailors safe

By MC2 Melissa D. Redinger The Flagship Staff Writer

NORFOLK

In accordance with Coalition of Sailors Against Destructive Decisions (CSADD) tenants, Naval Station Norfolk (NAVSTA) Transient Personnel Unit’s (TPU) CSADD chapter regularly reaches for younger Sailors to impart wisdom to their peers, that was one of the reasons they believe they were selected as one of the CSADD’s of the year.

The CSADD program was established in June 2010 by OPNAVIST 1500.80 as a way for junior Sailors to mentor other junior Sailors and help guide them to have better decision making. The CSADD program has more than 180 chapters and a world-wide reach – many chapters communicate via Facebook and take advantage of other social media communication channels.

Chief Ship Serviceman Allisia Christie, NAVSTA TPU CSADD chapter advisor said that the program helps Sailors make better decisions and choose better activities than those that may get them in trouble.

“We are trying to prevent drinking and driving, texting while driving and the unlawful use of weapons on Naval Station Norfolk, or out in town.

Any decision or course of action that could get a young Sailor in trouble,” said Christie. “We try to curtail, or at least give them information about what they are doing so they understand the circumstances and consequences of their behavior.”

CSADD finds that the most at risk Sailors who are making wrong decisions are either in their late teens to 25, or in lower ranks. To combat this, CSADD recruits members using the same measures.

“The target group we are

normally looking for is the 25 and younger E-5 and below Sailor. Because that is more the target age group that we are counseling and these Sailors are their peers,” said Christie She feels that if you want to reach these young Sailors, you need to put aside the thought process of ‘I am the chief and you need to obey me,’and try to have a conversation with them on a even level, and bring with you the experience you have had yourself as a young Sailor and what could happen if you don’t make good decisions.

“As leaders we pretend we are not human or we have not made mistakes, so we address a young Sailor as if we have never done anything wrong,” Christie said, being human is not a detriment. “If the Sailors know you have made mistakes and recovered, it can be helpful in getting through to them. Then they relate more when you approach them on a

human level and not that I’m the chief and do as I say.”

Christie said it makes her feel good being in the CSADD program and being able to mentor young Sailors to make better decisions.

“I am at the end of my career and I want to see them succeed. I don’t think anyone comes into the military to fail, no matter what the reason they came in for, it wasn’t to fail. So if we can talk about something or I can impart with them something that will help them do better in their lives and careers, than I have accomplished something and left something behind of myself,” she explained.

NAVSTA TPU instated the CSADD Program because of a need to connect with new young junior Sailors transitioning in and out of the command.

“It was thought of as a good way to talk to the junior Sailors before they go to sea or young Sailors before they go to their

ultimate duty stations that are new to the Navy. Also, some Sailors are now going back into society, they spent their early adult life in the Navy. We want to make sure they are all well informed and make good choices,”said Christie.

TPU has set up training as part of the command’s indoctrination class for all its transient Sailors, as a way to reach these young Sailors and council them about the consequences of bad decision.

“All transient Sailors have to go into INDOC class when they get here. We talk to the Sailors in that course – we do monthly GMT with our staff.

We have training classes for Sailors reporting to shipboard

commands – the CSADD team speaks to them as well,” said Christie.

She believes CSADD chapter’s willingness to think outside the box was the reason for their command receiving Mid-Atlantic Region Chapter of the year.

“Because CSADD is so proactive in the command, we see and talk to every transient personnel passing through. We have had a significant decline in incidents like DUI’s as well as Sailors getting in trouble out in town,” said Christie.

For more information on CSADD, visit www.public. navy.mil/bupers-npc/supp o r t / C S A D D / Pa g e s / d e fault2.aspx.

LEADERS TO REGAIN FST exercise focused on effective communication across INNOVATION AT NWDC SYMPOSIUM Our choice is simple. multiple warfare disciplines Press Release

By Lt. Cmdr. Tim Kunkel Tactical Training Group Atlantic Public Affairs

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Carrier Strike Group Eight (CSG-8), led by Rear Adm. Michael C. Manazir, along with the Spanish Navy ship ESP Blas De Lezo, Royal Navy ship HMS Daring, elements of Carrier Air Wing Seven (CVW-7), Destroyer Squadron Twenty Eight (CDS-28) and USS Dwight D. Eisenhower (IKE) (CVN 69) executed a Fleet Synthetic Training (FST) Group Commanders (GC) exercise, March 1 - 8.

Primary focus areas for the FST exercise were integration of warfare commanders aboard their respective ships and effective communications across multiple warfare disciplines: AntiSurface Warfare (ASuW), Anti-Submarine Warfare (ASW), Mine Warfare (MIW), Strike, Maritime Security Operations (MSO), Air Defense (AD), Ballistic Missile Defense (BMD) and Information Operations (IO).

This FST-GC was conducted from distributed locations, including: Tactical Training Group Atlantic (TTGL), Distributed Training Center Atlantic (DTCL) and from several ships pier side on the Eastern Seaboard.

Based upon Commander Strike Force Training Group Atlantic’s (CSFTL) Treasure Coast scenario, FST-GC is centered on fictional “Operation Brimstone,” that directs the enforcement of multiple fictional United Nations Security Council Resolutions (UNSCR) and maritime freedom of access in the Treasure Coast region.

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FST-GC provides Strike Groups the opportunity to practice operating in an exercise extremely realistic environment.”

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■ about FST Primary focus areas for the exercise were integration of warfare commanders aboard their respective ships and effective communications across multiple warfare disciplines.

portunities, particularly if you have a relatively junior crew. It provides hands-on experience and real-world context for the classroom instruction they’ve had so far,” said CSG-8’s Chief Intelligence Specialist (SW/ AW) John P. Steel. Following FST-GC, CSFTL will direct execution of CSG-8’s pre-deployment certification COMPTUEX, in support of their deployment later this year.

“FST-GC provides Strike Groups the opportunity to practice operating in an exercise extremely realistic environment, from their actual ship’s consoles and battle stations, while incurring none of the costs or risks inherent in a kinetic envi-

ronment,” said Capt. Chuck Nygaard, Commanding Officer of Tactical Training Group Atlantic. “FST-GC is a rigorous staff exercise, exercising a real battle rhythm and developing core competencies while pier side, in support of follow-on underway certification.”

The ability to conduct FST is made possible by the Navy Continuous Training Environment (NCTE). The NCTE is managed from its central Atlantic Coast node at the Distributed Training Center Atlantic (DTCL) located at Dam Neck, Naval Air Station (NAS) Oceana Annex.

The DTCL, through the NCTE, provides participating units with a synthetic training environment and stimulates shipboard combat and weapons systems. Sailors standing watch operate their equipment and “fight the war” just as they would at sea. This allows assessors to observe participants executing tasks that are required for their upcoming forward deployments.

Navy Warfare Development Command Public Affairs

NORFOLK

More than 150 members from the maritime services, academia and industry gathered this week to kick-off Navy Warfare Development Command’s (NWDC) “Innovation Series 2012” at a Maritime Innovation Symposium themed “Regaining the Innovation Advantage … Awakening Our Creative DNA” on Naval Station Norfolk.

“Most of what I have seen in my years in the Navy has been activity driven, not purpose driven. The organizations and processes we use are purposefully designed to maintain course and speed – not to allow significant change. That is the reason I wanted to hold this conference,” said Adm. John C. Harvey, Jr., Commander, U.S. Fleet Forces in his opening remarks.

“Our choice is simple. We can either innovate today, or be forced to rapidly adapt in the middle of conflict. While we have a strong history of adaptation, we can certainly get some of the big things right beforehand,” he added.

Other renowned speakers engaged the audience on discussions on historical best practices, warfighter challenges, how to harness and increase the Navy’s capacity for innovation and setting the conditions for an innovative culture. U.S. Coast Guard, U.S. Marine Corps, private sector and non-military governmental agency presenters provided valuable insight on innovation from their perspectives.

During a Flag Panel discussion on “Community Challenges in Need of Innovative Solutions,” the speakers looked at challenges to innovation in cyberspace, undersea and expeditionary warfare and fleet readiness.

We can either innovate today, or be forced to rapidly adapt in the middle of conflict.”

- Adm. John C. Harvey, Jr.

Several themes emerged from the active discussions, which included real-time “chat” on Defense Connect Online (DCO) with attendees both at NWDC and at remote locations providing direct input into the discussion.

The importance of engaging younger Sailors and junior officers in the innovation process, not only because they are on the tactical frontline of employing innovation outputs, but because of their innate familiarity with modern communication tools was a recurring message. “If you want to think out of the box, you have to involve people that have never been in the box,” award-winning author Capt. (ret.) Vic Addison, pointed out.

Overcoming challenges, such as budget constraints, bureaucracy and risk-adverse “middle management,” recognizing that failure is part of the innovation process, and the importance of defining the problem were addressed throughout the symposium.

The goal of NWDC’s “Innovation Series 2012” is to reinvigorate a culture of innovation throughout the Fleet in direct support of the warfighter.

“The symposium provided a baseline frame of reference for innovation and set the stage for a bolder approach to the problems facing us,” said Rear Adm. Terry B. Kraft, Commander, Navy Warfare Development Command. “Now it’s time for action and to move our ideas up the chain and out to the fleet.”

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Saving energy actually makes us more combat capable.”

- Vice Adm. Philip H. Cullom

USS Kearsarge showcases Navy, Marine Corps energy initiatives for senate

Photos by MC1 (AW) Tim Comerford Senators, staff and Sailors look at the Amphibious Assault Vehicle (AAV) that the Marine Corps have put on display inside the USS Kearsarge (LHD 3) during the Senate hearing on energy, March 12.

Secretary of the Navy Ray Mabus speaks with senators during a senate hearing aboard the USS Kearsarge (LHD 3).

SECNAV Mabus testifies before Senate about energy goals

By MC1 (AW) Tim Comerford The Flagship Staff Writer

NORFOLK

The amphibious assault ship USS Kearsarge (LHD 3) hosted the Secretary of the Navy, two senators and a bevy of admirals and generals as they made the case for alternative energy initiatives in the U.S. Navy and Marine Corps, March 12.

New Hampshire Sen. Jeanne Shaheen and former Virginia Sen. John Warner toured the ship’s many static displays showcasing energy alternatives that are in testing throughout the Navy and Marine Corps as they prepared for the Senate hearing on alternative energy. Technology, like green roofing for military buildings, electric vehicles for transport, solar powered cells for military in the field and fuel made from algae were just a few of the projects on display for the visitors.

“These devices are things the Navy and Marine Corps both use out there to improve our energy efficiency as well as alternatives so that we don’t have to use any form of liquid fuel,” said Vice Adm. Philip H. Cullom, deputy chief of Naval Operations for Fleet Readiness and Logistics. “You can see that laid out with some of

the photovoltaic devices that we take out to the field to provide power for units up in the mountainous areas of Afghanistan. Less fuel means fewer convoys, fewer convoys mean saving lives.”

Cullom saw the impact these new technologies could make for America.

“Our problem is also the nation’s problem,” he said. “We have energy sources that are costing more and more – we have greater price volatility than we have ever seen before – we all experience that when we go to the gasoline pump.

We need to find a way out of that. We have to be as frugal as we can so that the nation can get itself out of the economic situation it is in, but the nation has to do it too.”

He feels saving energy will make the Navy and Marine Corps better warfighters.

“Saving energy actually makes us more combat capable. If you are not burning as much JP-5 (jet fuel) or F-76 (diesel fuel) then you are able to sail that ship farther, fly that plane farther – either of those give you more combat capability in battle. That is the eye of the needle we want our energy projects to pass through,” said Cullom .

Cullom and Rear Adm. Townsend G. “Tim” Alexander,

Above: Col. Bob “Brutus” Charette, Jr. shows Sen. Jeanne Shaheen and former Sen. John Warner the equipment that is powered by solar cells inside a replica of a command tent inside the USS Kearsarge (LHD 3) Left: Vice Adm. Philip H. Cullom, deputy chief of Naval Operations for Fleet Readiness and Logistics discusses some of the initiatives they are used in the Hampton Roads, such as the GreenTruck Fleet, March 12.

Commander, Navy Region MidAtlantic both had dual roles to play. Both acted as escorts for the current and former senator and both testifies for the Senate hearing. Alexander noted the effects that a dependence on commercial energy could have on mission readiness.

“The energy demands of the Navy create constraints both at the operational and at the shore levels,” he said. “Vulnerabilities associated with the commercial grid present a growing risk to shore support for operational forces – particularly in the range of emergencies that would call upon our full range of capabilities.”

He said the Navy is at the forefront of the race for new ways of making energy.

“The Navy is the largest producer of alternative energy in the federal government,” Alexander told the senators, mentioning that the Navy has invested in geothermal plants, wind turbines and solar arrays at Navy bases across America.

“Energy efficiency, combined with the right alternative energy technologies will enable some of our installations to eliminate reliance on grid power – that is become net-zero energy consumers.

Secretary of the Navy Ray Mabus also testified before

the senators saying that the Department of the Navy was on the right track to fulfill his energy goals. More than two years ago Mabus stated his energy goals were to reduce petroleum use in its 50,000 commercial vehicle fleet by 50 percent by phasing in hybrid fuel and electric vehicles, producing at least half the shore-based energy requirements from renewable sources, such as solar, wind and ocean generated by the base; and by 2020, ensuring at least 40 percent of the Navy’s total energy consumption comes from alternative sources.

■ green technologies The senators toured the ship’s displays showcasing energy alternatives that are in testing throughout the Navy and Marine Corps.

The technology on display included: green roofing for military buildings, electric vehicles for transport, solar powered cells for military in the field and fuel made from algae.

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EXERCISE The integration scope of this exercise is larger than anything we do throughout the year.”

MC1 (AW) Tim Comerford For one week during March, bases fluctuate their security conditions and start up random antiterrorism measures in response to simulated threats. This annual exercise is designed to enhance the training and readiness of Navy Security Forces to respond to threats to installations and units throughout the U.S.

- Capt. John Fristachi, Director of Operations for Navy Region Mid-Atlantic’s Regional Operations Center

Friendly competition has bountiful impact Food Drive helped Hampton Roads community, Foodbank

By David Todd The Flagship Managing Editor

NORFOLK

Personnel from Helicopter Sea Combat Wing Atlantic (HELSEACOMBATWINGLANT) held a food drive during the month of February called “For The Love of Food.” It was originally started as a way to generate healthy competition between the squadrons and training schools, and to promote camaraderie amongst the service members, but ultimately it became an effective campaign to combat hunger in Hampton Roads. As a result, more than 6,700 pounds (3.3 tons) of food was collected.

Approximately 2,900 personnel participated from Helicopter Sea Combat Squadron Seven “Dusty Dogs” (HSC7), Helicopter Mine Countermeasures Squadron Fourteen (HM-14) “Vanguard,” HM-15 “Blackhawks,” HSC-2 “Fleet Angels,” HSC-84 “Red Wolves,” HSC-28 “Dragon Whales,” HSC-9 “Tridents,” HSC-26 “Chargers,” Helicopter Sea Combat Weapons School Atlantic, and Airborne Mine Countermeasures Weapon Systems Training School. All of the proceeds went to support the Foodbank of Southeastern Virginia.

“About three years ago when I was at a Marine Corps Command I came up with the idea for a competitive food drive within sections,” said Chaplain Lt. Jeffrey Ross, HELSEACOMBATWINGLANT. “Now that I’m in the ‘Wing,’ I thought it would be interesting to do a competitive food drive between the squadrons ... just to see what the results were.”

With the assistance of Religious Program Specialist 2nd Class Angelique Tulp, HELSEACOMBATWINGLANT, the two calculated the results weekly and reported them to squadrons to help promote participation. As an added bonus, Ross spoke with the skippers to allow a 24-hour special liberty to the winners.

“RP2 (Tulp) put together some flyers and promotional posters, we contacted all the squadrons and got a point of contact,” explained Ross.

“Then we literally turned it over to the squadrons and let them do whatever

Courtesy photo More than 6,700 pounds (3.3 tons) of food was collected during the “For The Love of Food” food drive conducted by Helicopter Sea Combat Wing Atlantic personnel in February.

they wanted to do individually. So we had different squadrons doing different things, competition-wise within each squadron.”

Money was also collected to purchase food and additional items needed by the Foodbank including: diapers, baby formula, jars of baby food, bottled water, soup and potted meat.

The results far surpassed Ross’ original goal and the Sailors proved to be self-driven for the greater good of the community.

“I was hoping (for) 2,000 cans,” said Ross. “I figured it would be neat to tell the Commodore that I raised a ton of food – 2,000 pounds.”

“It was a slow process at the beginning,” said Aviation Electronics Technician 2nd Class Elizabeth Lor. “We all started trickling in a couple cans at a time per person. When it came down to the last two days, everybody pitched in and we went out and got as (many) cans as we could.”

When the competition came to a

close, HSC-7 was crowned the winners.

They raised 2,650 cans, which worked out to be approximately 11.4 cans per person. To keep the competition fair for squadrons who had fewer participants, the number of participants in each group was divided by the total number of cans collected, thus giving them the amount of cans collected per person.

“It was a great way for them to demonstrate a little bit of competitive spirit, and at the same time, do it for a good cause,” said Cmdr. Brian S. Knowles, Executive Officer, HSC-7.

“We are relatively new to Norfolk and I think it’s really a great way for us to get involved with the Norfolk community in the Hampton Roads area.”

Ross hopes that this food drive will inspire other commands to get involved and be self-starters too.

“The reality is, we think of the holiday season as a good time to give, but February comes around – you’re in the middle of winter – and most of the Foodbanks run dry,” he said. “And that’s actually when the need starts.”

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enhance the training and readiness of Security Forces Continued from front You may ask, was it an elaborate scene from an action movie being filmed?

No, it was the first day of Solid Curtain-Citadel Shield 2012 and Port Security was being tested at JEBLCFS. “The scenario involves a private boat coming in with two Sailors on it,” said Scott Mohr, JEBLCFS Public Affairs. “One is suspected of having PTSD. It gets the better of him and he starts shooting. He shoots his partner and then the tower hears the gunshots and responds calling the Coast Guard.”

For one week during March, bases fluctuate their security conditions and start up random antiterrorism measures in response to simulated threats. This annual exercise is designed to enhance the training and readiness of Navy Security Forces to respond to threats to installations and units throughout the U.S. “Solid Curtain-Citadel Shield is the largest force protection exercise that the Navy, or any service, does in the United States of America. This is at all of our installations throughout the entire nation. The objective is to train our personnel to understand and respond to terrorist events, or any event, that might target our bases,” said Capt.

John Fristachi, Director of Operations for Navy Region Mid-Atlantic’s Regional Operations Center.

“It combines the installation security forces, first responders, police, safety personnel and emergency management – they respond to the incidents at our gates and on our installations.

For the next four days, installations were subjected to bombs, fires, mass casualties and a plethora of other problems, all simulated, for the sake of the exercise.

The active shooter scenario allowed JEBLCFS Integrated Training Team to evaluate the base emergency response to an active shooter combined with

small boat attack on the Little Creek Harbor and the exercise works to hone the skills of all involved.

“What we found is that every year that we do this we get better at it,” said Fristachi, “so that when it comes time to increase force protection measures, we get better and better, we get faster and faster and we adapt our capabilities each time.”

The exercise works as a good tool for Sailors’ belts.

“It is critical to what we do,” said Fristachi. “It trains every step of the way – from the watchstanders at the entry control points all the way up to the flag officers that have to make decisions, and reporting that up to national command authorities.”

Fristachi said that the exercise might be large, but the threat is real.

“We know there are people out there that would love to take a shot at our Navy bases,” Fristachi explained. “We are not going to let them do that.”

The exercise also works as a learning experience for leadership.

“What we saw last year is that some of our measures really backed things up in the Hampton Roads area,” he said. “This year one of our prime focuses is trying to minimize that by letting people throughout the base know when they need to be at work and when they need to stay away.”

Even with the delays, Fristachi finds this exercise unique in his job.

“The integration scope of this exercise is larger than anything we do throughout the year,” said Fristachi. “We have reached out to every single tenant command on every base – they could be Navy, they could be Marine Corps or other joint services, even the civilians.”

Part of it is the realism Solid Curtain-Citadel Shield brings with it.

“We fully change the force protection condition and we fully implement the higher end measures that we normally only set during a real emergency,” he said.

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Coast Guard confiscates 3,532 pounds of cocaine The crew of the Coast Guard Cutter Northland interdicted 3,532 pounds, or 54 bales, of cocaine from a 35-foot go-fast vessel in the Caribbean Sea, March 3.

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■ initiative Military leaders are visiting Sailors and Marines deployed to the Horn of Africa to highlight the wide range of personnel programs covered in the 21st Century Sailor and Marine initiative.

The initiative consolidates a set of objectives and policies, new and existing, to maximize Sailor and Marine personal readiness, build resiliency and hone combat effectiveness.

21ST CENTURY SAILOR AND MARINE INITIATIVE ARRIVES IN DJIBOUTI

By MCCS Maria Escamilla Combined Joint Task Force – Horn of Africa Public Affairs

CAMP LEMONNIER, DJIBOUTI

The Assistant Secretary of the Navy for Manpower and Reserve Affairs Juan M. Garcia and the Chief of Navy Reserve Vice Adm. Dirk J. Debbink arrived, March 16, for the first stop in an overseas tour high-

lighting the 21st Century Sailor and Marine initiative.

Combined Joint Task Force – Horn of Africa commander Rear Adm. Michael T. Franken greeted the honored guests in his office, who included Navy Reserve Force Master Chief Chris T. Wheeler, followed by a CJTF-HOA mission brief and lunch with command leadership.

During the visit, the Navy leaders briefed Navy and Marine Corps personnel deployed to Camp Lemonnier about the 21st Century Sailor and Marine initiative.

Announced earlier this month by the secretary of the Navy, the initiative consolidates a set of objectives and policies to maximize Sailor and Marine personal readiness, to build resilience and hone

the most combat-effective force in the history of the Department of the Navy.

To accomplish this, the program focuses on five key areas: readiness, safety, inclusion, continuum of service and physical fitness.

During the Djibouti visit, the focus was on the physical fitness and nutrition portions of the initiative.

“Our Sailors and Marines are

Constitution marches in Boston’s St. Patrick’s Day parade

Lt. Matt Allen Capt. Scott Hurst (right), Commanding Officer of Camp Lemonnier, gives a tour to Assistant Secretary of the Navy for Manpower and Reserve Affairs Juan M. Garcia and Vice Adm. Dirk J. Debbink, Chief of Navy Reserve, during their first stop in an overseas tour.

deployed to every corner of the world. Whether they’re serving on the deck of a ship or helping to stop the spread of extremism here on the ground in Africa, they have shouldered a strenuous load of missions for many years and have done it with absolute professionalism,” said Garcia.

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Sesame Street, USO launch tour for military families

By Elaine Sanchez American Forces Press Service

By SN Michael Achterling USS Constitution Public Affairs

WASHINGTON

BOSTON, MASS.

Sailors from USS Constitution marched in the 111th annual St. Patrick’s Day parade in South Boston, March 18.

“It’s a great opportunity for us to interact with the city that we call our home,” said Cmdr. Matthew Bonner, Constitution’s 72nd Commanding Officer. “The War of 1812 isn’t understood by a lot of people, and Boston, having one of the only living artifacts from that war, serves as a great reminder of why we had a Navy back then and why we need one today.”

The parade, which commemorated the tradition of Boston’s first Irish celebration in 1737, began at 1 p.m., ending at approximately 4 p.m. Tens of thousands of spectators attended the threemile route, and more than 50 marching bands and floats participated.

The crew from Arleigh Burke-class destroyer USS Laboon (DDG 58) also marched in the parade as part of their port visit to Boston.

“I’m proud to be part of this

Above: Sailors assigned to USS Constitution, USS Ross (DDG 71) and Naval Operational Support Center Quincy march in the 111th annual Boston St. Patrick’s Day parade.

Left: Seaman Recruit Deidre Foster, assigned to the Constitution, gives a high-five to a child while marching in the 111th annual Boston St. Patrick’s Day parade.

Photos by MC1 Frank Neely

joyful environment and being out with all my shipmates,” said Seaman Esmeralda Ortega, Constitution. “This was my first parade with the command and it was just overwhelming – so many people showing their support for us.

Boston really loves the USS Constitution.”

Constitution is the world’s oldest commissioned warship

afloat and welcomes more than 500,000 visitors per year.

She defended the sea lanes against threat from 1797 to 1855, much like the mission of today’s Navy.

Constitution’s mission today is to offer community outreach and education about the ship’s history. Currently, her crew is planning to commemorate bicentennial of the

War of 1812 through public demonstrations and educational activities at seven Navy Weeks across the U.S. in 2012. America’s Navy: Keeping the sea free for more than 200 years.

For more information about Constitution, visit www.history.navy.mil/ussconstitution or www.facebook.com/ussconstitutionofficial.

Military families across the nation soon will be invited to take a stroll down Sesame Street.

The Sesame Street and USO Experience for Military Families, a free traveling tour exclusively for military families, will kick off, April 7, and will visit more than 70 installations over the next eight months.

The show features Sesame Street favorites Elmo, Grover, Cookie Monster and Rosita, as well as a new addition, Elmo’s friend, Katie, a character from a military family dealing with a military move.

During the musical show, Katie opens up to her Muppet friends about her fears and excitement about the move. With the help of a few songs, Elmo and other pals reassure her that she’ll make new friends while still remaining close with old ones.

“Our goal is to reach as many military children and their families as we can with Elmo and Katie’s messages of hope and resilience,” said H. Melvin Ming, Sesame Workshop president and CEO in a news release. “And as we begin our sixth phase of this tour, we are proud to see the growing number of troops and their families reached by this effort.”

Created exclusively for this tour, Katie first was introduced to military families in April by First Lady Michelle Obama

» see SESAME STREET | B7

■ new addition The show features Elmo (above), and a new addition, Elmo’s friend, Katie, a character from a military family dealing with a military move.

Grover, Cookie Monster and Rosita will also be in attendance.

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Deanie Dempsey, wife of chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff Army Gen. Martin E. Dempsey, urges a group of military spouses to share their “extraordinary” stories with the American public while speaking at Military.com’s 2012 Military Spouse Summit in Arlington, Va., March 3.

Dempsey urges spouses to share stories of service Dempsey, a 36-year military spouse, has moved 21 times

By Elaine Sanchez American Forces Press Service

WASHINGTON

I attended a luncheon recently to hear the wife of the nation’s top military officer address a group of military spouses attending the 2012 Military Spouse Summit in Washington, D.C. Deanie Dempsey, wife of chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff Army Gen. Martin E. Dempsey, had a key message for these spouses: Share your amazing stories!

“I want all of America to see what I see – this is a group that can be an incredible source of good,” she said.

This past decade of war has challenged military families in ways no one could have anticipated, Dempsey noted. Yet, spouses have remained steadfast – serving and sacrificing alongside their service members.

“As Marty and I have traveled

around, we have been personally touched by your commitment and your sense of service to your country,” she told the spouses.

As a nearly 36-year military spouse who has moved 21 times, Dempsey said, she understands spouses’ challenges, whether it’s healthcare, education or employment. She’s also a military mom – all three of her children served in the Army, and her son remains on active duty.

Dempsey said the nation is making progress tackling spouse employment issues, particularly through the Joining Forces campaign, a White House initiative to rally the nation in support of troops, veterans and their families.

First Lady Michelle Obama and Dr. Jill Biden, the vice president’s wife, recently unveiled a report that aims to remove employment barriers for the thousands of spouses with occupational licenses. A lack of license portability – the ability to transfer an existing license to a new state with minimal application requirements – can cause spouses to bear high administrative and

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If the topic had not been brought up, it likely would not have changed.”

- Linda Port, about changes made after a spouse forum

Change is a regular thing for military families. Some of us move a lot. Much about executing Permanent Change of Station orders has changed over the course of the past 15 to 20 years. Every change implemented is done with much consideration for the impact it will have on many things. Budgets, security, mission readiness and quality of life are just some of the most obvious reasons, and they all overlap each other. The military recognizes that retaining quality service members is directly related to how their families fare during moves and deployments.

Also considered is how families feel about the communities they have to choose from and the services available.

While most bases offer basic services, what is available at one base can be far different from another.

The troubled economy hits military budgets just as it does our own and planning can be just as difficult and risky. Bases cannot be cookie cutter images of one another when their missions and locations differ. It can be frustrating to arrive at a new duty station only to find that a service you relied on at your previous duty station is lacking or not as convenient in your new location. Even what we come to consider basic amenities for active duty or family members may not be available. Some of these things are driven by need or demand, but very often it comes down to dollars available. As a Navy wife, I learned the things that concerned me most whenever we moved were security, housing, schools, medical care, base amenities and local activities. When what our family desires is

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You are resilient, accomplished, experienced men and women who possess strong values and an even stronger work ethic.”

- Deanie Dempsey

financial burdens as they attempt to obtain a license.

At the time of the announcement, eight states had passed legislation to ease license portability issues, while 15 others had legislation pending or waiting to be introduced. Since then, Dempsey said, four more states have introduced legislation to support spouse licensure.

Additionally, the American

OUR VOICE IS IMPORTANT

By Linda Port

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not reasonably available, or able to fill our needs, families can become dissatisfied with their quality of life.

We then adjust the things we have control over by utilizing base services less or living in town rather than in base housing to find the home we need, or the schools or healthcare that are best for our children. We must do what is best for our families.

The simple truth is, when we use services less, we cause the demand signal for their existence to actually decrease. This is why we sign in at the Rec Center, Fitness Center, Youth Center and many other facilities. They use those head counts to justify funding for manpower, equipment and services. The less a service is used, the more likely it will decrease or be eliminated. If we do not speak up and add to the dialog, things will not change in the ways we may hope.

Most bases hold periodic Town Hall Meetings of some sort where the base commanding officer, or a representative, will give a brief. It is important to seek these out and give input. It is the best opportunity to learn about what is happening on base or what may be in the planning stages. It is also an opportunity to ask questions and get answers. Remember though, when we don’t ask the question, the answer is always no. We may even have an opportunity for suggestions or ideas. Each base may have its own format and some may request for questions to be emailed or presented in advance so leadership can come prepared with answers. Commander, Naval Installations Command sometimes sends Inspector General teams to select bases to hold Spouse Forums to ask what is of concern to families.

We must take advantage of these op-

Society of Travel Agents has announced the creation of the Joining Forces Travel Industry Coalition, which will amass veteran and military spouse hiring commitments from travel industry firms. Coalition companies have committed to providing nearly 3,000 jobs for veterans and spouses by 2014, Dempsey said.

Each day, more and more people are recognizing that military spouses represent “a tremendous source of strength,” said Dempsey.

“You are resilient, accomplished, experienced men and women who possess strong values and an even stronger work ethic,” she said.

Dempsey encouraged spouses to keep telling their “extraordinary” stories – to each other and to the American public – “because it’s an amazing story that everyone should hear,” she said.

■ make a difference Most bases hold periodic Town Hall Meetings where the base CO or a representative will give a brief. It is important to seek these out and give input. There may be an opportunity for suggestions or ideas. When we don’t ask the question, the answer is always no.

portunities to have our voice heard, because they truly listen and make changes ... I have seen it. On a base with approximately 1,500 active duty, I attended a spouse forum where we had only 12 spouses attend (we wished more had come out). Lots of things were covered and some very simple issues were addressed. One of which was about how and where information banners were displayed around the base. We saw notable improvements within two weeks. If the topic had not been brought up, it likely would not have changed.

I used to be of the mindset that it would not be worth my efforts because we would probably move by the time things changed anyway. I was so very wrong! When we see things in need of change, we must act upon them constructively. I actually had a school administrator once say to me, “Why do you care? You will be moving in a year or so anyway.”

I was stunned and answered “Because I may have to come back one day and I want things to be better for my younger children!” Being involved does not have to mean being on committees or part of a formal group. Simply sharing your voice and thoughts can make the difference. We should all be a voice and a part of our community.

Linda Port has been a Navy wife, mother, dedicated volunteer and advocate for Navy families for over 26 years.

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Summer time, summer time sum, sum summer time! Can’t you just hear the song playing in your head as the temperature starts to rise and kids are getting close to Spring Break? After Spring Break, you know, comes summer break ... and boy are some of us ready! It’s time to get that ball rolling on a lot of things that fill up fast, so I wanted to let you know about a few of them.

“Operation Purple camp” is so awesome, but it is one of the most popular opportunities available for our kids, so you need to get on this one now if you want to take advantage of it. The National Military Family Association Operation Purple camps are a time for having fun. These are fantastic camps that focus on the lifestyle of our special heroes.

It was created in 2004 to empower kids and families living in the military world. The program serves approximately 45,000 military children and teens. It also includes retreats at national parks and family camps too! You need to sign up now if you want in, so head to this website: www.militaryfamily.org/ourprograms/operation-purple/.

The Armed Services YMCA of Hampton Roads offers out of school camps. This is a great option for a summer camp for kids that keeps them at home. The staff is mature and loves to work with the campers. Weekly program components will consist of life skills, values time, D.E.A.R. (Drop Everything and Read) time, swimming, arts and crafts, field trips, outside time and more. These camps are offered for spring, winter and summer breaks.

However, the summer one is the most popular, and as always, space is limited so get the info now. Here is a number you can call to start asking questions and reserve your spot 464-9404.

Sometimes you just want to get away in your own backyard as a family, and we are so lucky to have some really cool opportunities to do that here in Hampton Roads. I am sure you have seen the cottages on the beaches of local bases and taken a peek at the camping opportunities steps away from the ocean.

Navy Getaways is the group you need to call to make all of that happen. Those opportunities are some of the most popular when it comes to family getaways for the military and there is a reason why. They rock! Here is a website to start exploring so you can plan an expedition: www.cnic.navy.mil/cnrma/ fleetfamilyreadiness/HousingLodging/RecreationalLodging/index.htm.

Now, my family is full of Disney heads. We love it, and on a military budget, we need to find ways to make it work because it is our absolute favorite way of vacationing. Did you know that if Shades of Green is full, the Disney resort property exclusively for military, they will try to find you a comparable rate at the others. There are many ways the company will bend over backwards for those serving our country and one way to find about them all is online at www.militarydisneytips.com. From a listing of all the Disney discounts to discounts at other Orlando hot spots, it is a great way to find out what is available.

Don’t hesitate. Summer will be here before you know it and the planning starts now!

You can catch Bianca Martinez anchoring the 4 p.m., 6 p.m. and 11 p.m. newscasts with Kurt Williams, Barbara Ciara, and Juliet Bickford during the work week. You can also follow her laughter, stress and tears as a military wife in her blog, “Married to the Military,” weekly in the Flagship. Reach out to Bianca at bianca.martinez@wtkr.com.

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COAST GUARD INTERDICTS 3,532 POUNDS OF COCAINE IN CARIBBEAN SEA Press Release MIAMI, FLA.

The crew of the Coast Guard Cutter Northland interdicted 3,532 pounds of cocaine from a 35-foot gofast vessel in the Caribbean Sea, March 3.

Northland crew members confiscated 54 bales of cocaine, worth a total wholesale value of $43,254,000.

While on patrol in the Caribbean Sea, Northland’s embarked helicopter crew from the Coast Guard Helicopter Interdiction Tactical Squadron (HITRON), based in Jacksonville, Fla., spotted a go-fast vessel with four crew members aboard and bales on deck.

Northland crew members boarded the go-fast vessel, detained the four suspected smugglers and seized the 54 bales of contraband, which tested positive for cocaine.

The interdiction was carried out as part of Operation Martillo, which is one component in the United States government’s whole-of-government approach to countering the use of the Central American littorals as transshipment routes for illicit drugs, weapons and cash. Operation Martillo is an international operation focused on sharing information and bringing together air, land and maritime assets from the U.S. Department of Defense, the Department of Homeland Security, and Western Hemisphere and European partner nation agencies to counter this illicit trafficking.

“This successful seizure by the crew of the Coast Guard Cutter Northland is just the latest of several recent interdictions to occur under Operation Martillo,” said Capt. Brendan McPherson, 7th Coast Guard District chief of enforcement.

Also assisting in the interdiction was the crew of the Coast Guard Cutter Pea Island, a 110-foot patrol boat homeported in Key West, Fla. “This case was truly a team effort involving the Northland crew, our embarked HITRON Aviation Detachment, and the Pea Island crew,” said Cmdr.

Dale V. Shepardson, Northland’s commanding officer. “I am extremely proud of everyone who contributed to making this successful interdiction in the early hours of the morning, and in less than perfect weather conditions. More importantly, the crew feels proud that they took a large quantity of drugs off the streets and that they successfully completed the mission we were sent out to do.”

This successful seizure by the crew of the Coast Guard Cutter Northland is just the latest of several recent interdictions to occur under Operation Martillo.”

- Capt. Brendan McPherson

■ team from Portsmouth The cutter Northland is a 270-foot mediumendurance cutter homeported in Portsmouth.

The ship was commissioned Dec. 17, 1984, and despite its 27 years of service in an aging fleet, its crew successfully carries out the missions of law enforcement, search and rescue and homeland security.

U.S. Coast Guard photo Crew members from the Coast Guard Cutter Northland interdict 3,532 pounds of cocaine from a 35-foot go-fast vessel in the Caribbean Sea, March 3. The cocaine has a wholesale value of $43,254,000.

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Hundreds of Sailors train to operate laser technologies Service members train in Navy Force Protection, antiterrorism efforts Press Release YOKOSUKA, JAPAN

The U.S. Navy’s laser safety training program – featured in a March 8 American Forces Network (AFN) newscast – is bolstering the fleet’s force protection readiness, according to Sailors protecting their ships and performing anti-terrorism missions with laser system technologies.

“With the widespread use of lasers in both commercial and military applications, Sailors in Yokosuka are learning the ins-and-outs of safety when dealing with laser technology during an Administrative Laser Safety Officer, or ALSO course,” reported MC2 Bryan Reckard in the AFN video broadcast.

The mobile team training Sailors in laser safety at 13 fleet concentration areas, including Pearl Harbor, Hawaii, Norfolk, Bahrain and Yokosuka, certifies and enables ALSO’s aboard ships equipped with lasers to establish a laser qualification and safety program.

In all, Naval Surface Warfare Center Dahlgren Division (NSWCDD) engineers trained 910 Navy and Coast

Guard personnel as Administrative Laser Safety Officers, and more than a 1,000 deployed warfighters in the operation of the LA-9/P device since the program’s inception in July 2009. The LA-9/P visual deterrent used in 5th Fleet operations is rapidly becoming an essential antiterrorism and force protection asset on all ships.

“Our force protection readiness is increasing ten-fold,” said CWO2 Roderick Harris, USS George Washington Carrier Strike Group Task Force 70 Force Protection Officer, regarding the ALSO and Laser System Safety Officer (LSSO) program. “This training will allow us to increase our watchstanders’ escalation of force and awareness far better than they ever had.”

NSWCDD Laser safety instructors travel around the globe to train warfighters on topics ranging from laser fundamentals, operations and hazard prevention, ensuring high levels of force protection readiness for nine different class squadrons of ships.

Class-specific squadrons integrate manning, training, equipping, modernizing and sustaining surface ships from a class perspective.

“The (ALSO) course allows students to put together a program aboard their ship, but it also talks about the safety aspects, such as hazard viewing, biometrics, laser eye protection, how to operate the range and the medical sur-

MCSN Paul Kelly Gunner’s Mate 1st Class Nicholas Stemper, assigned to the USS John S. McCain (DDG 56), fires a Light Amplified Stimulated Emissions of Radiation (LASER) in dry dock two at Commander Fleet Activities Yokosuka.

Our force protection readiness is increasing ten-fold.”

- CWO2 Roderick Harris, USS George Washington Carrier Strike Group Task Force 70 Force Protection Officer

■ Norfolk among training locations Pearl Harbor, Norfolk, Bahrain and Yokosuka, Japan are four of the 13 fleet concentration areas where the mobile team is training Sailors in laser safety.

veillance program,” Charles Chan, NSWCDD Administrative Laser System Safety Mobile Training Team Lead told AFN viewers. “After

completing this course, the student is able to put together a training program aboard their ship and create a premishap plan.”

Chan’s students from the Arleigh-Burke-class guidedmissile destroyers USS McCampbell (DDG 85) and USS John S. McCain (DDG 56) also spoke on camera about their new capability to safely operate military grade light laser equipment.

“I just completed the ALSO course, which is a Laser Safety Officer course,

so that I can operate the lasers,” said Ensign Tasha Prater, McCampbell’s ALSO. “It has taught me how to be an instructor and make sure that Sailors are aware of the safety procedures to prevent possible hazards, or dangers, that could occur if the gear is improperly used.”

“In the course, I learned how to use the system and become more familiar with the equipment,” added Gunner’s Mate 1st Class Nicholas Stemper. I will be able to operate the equipment and my command will be self-sufficient in the hardware maintenance.”

Sailors who complete the ALSO certification are designated Laser Safety Specialist Officers by their Commanding Officer. LSSO’s initiate and establish an instruction

for the ship’s Laser Safety Program that they manage in addition to identifying who may need to be in medical surveillance.

“The bottom line of this course is to keep Sailors aware of the laser safety hazards and keep them safe,” said Chan.

The NSWCDD Maritime Protection and Security Engineering Branch mobile training team developed the ALSO and LA-9/P Visual Deterrent Device courses in support of an urgent fleet need on behalf of the AntiTerrorism Afloat Program Office (PMS-480).

The full AFN newscast can be viewed on the Defense Video & Imagery Distribution System website at www. dvidshub.net/video/139246/ laser-safety-course.

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We look for many of the same qualities in athletes as the NFL ... self-motivating, disciplined, be able to self-sacrifice, and above all, be a team player.”

- Master Chief Special Warfare Operator (SEAL) Shawn Johnson

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MC3 James Ginther Master Chief Special Warfare Operator (SEAL) Shawn Johnson speaks to football players at the Falcons regional NFL combine in Buford, Ga.

Navy SEALs, SWCCs meet with NFL prospects during combine in Atlanta

By MC3 James Ginther Naval Special Warfare Group 2 Public Affairs

BUFORD, GA.

Members of the East Coast SEAL (sea, air, and land) and SWCC (special warfare combatant-craft crewman) scout team met with prospective National Football League players at the Eastern Regional NFL combine in Buford, Ga., March 11.

The U.S. Navy has formed a mutual partnership with the NFL to raise career opportunity awareness about the Navy and its special warfare programs for potential non-selected NFL draftees.

“All of you have stars in your eyes and that’s good,” said Stephen Austin, the NFL director of operations for the NFL league office in New York. “But the odds show that not all of you will make it.

You’ve got to have alternatives. And the Navy could be that for some of you.”

At the conclusion of each of the offensive and defensive tryout sessions, the team of Navy SEALs and SWCCs presented a brief on special warfare programs, and spoke about the linkages between special warfare operators and professional athletes.

“We look for many of the same qualities in athletes as the NFL,” said Master Chief Special Warfare Operator (SEAL) Shawn Johnson. “You have to be self-motivating, disciplined, be able to self-sacrifice, and above all, be a team player.”

The SEAL and SWCC scout team also discussed how a football player’s athletic background and training correlate with the characteristics and values of potential SEAL candidates.

“As it is for some of you, the notion of never quitting is certainly a mentality common among Navy SEALs,” said Johnson. “Until the life is crushed from us, we will never quit. That attitude is what makes people successful in all aspects of their life.”

The Chief of Naval Operations released NAVADMIN 083/10 March 12, outlining the realignment of his staff at the Pentagon to enhance the Navy’s ability to navigate fiscal challenges and deliver fleet and platform readiness.

Vice Adm. Bill Burke will assume the new position of Deputy Chief of Naval Operations (DCNO) for Warfare Systems (N9), March 12. He will be responsible for the integration of manpower, training, sustainment, modernization and procurement of the Navy’s warfare systems currently resourced by the directors of Expeditionary Warfare (N95), Surface Warfare (N96), Undersea Warfare (N97) and Air Warfare (N98).

“The realignment combines resources and responsibilities necessary for procurement, manpower, training and readiness under the resource sponsors for information dominance, surface warfare, undersea warfare, air warfare and expeditionary warfare” said Burke. “These changes are intended to improve decision making processes associated with planning, programming, budgeting and execution, and enhance our focus on warfighting capability and total ownership cost,” With this realignment, N8 will be responsible for integration of capabilities and resources and will be comprised of the directors for Programming (N80), Assessments (N81), Fiscal Management

(N82), Navy-Joint Capabilities and Integration (N83), Innovation, Test and Evaluation, and Technology Requirements (N84), and Special Programs (N89). The director of test and evaluation and technology requirements (currently N091) will realign to N8 (N84) to improve understanding of future systems science and technology needs and effectiveness of our science and technology investment. The Naval Warfare Integration Group (N00X) will also be realigned to N81 to better integrate the OPNAV assessment process.

In this new plan, manpower and readiness resources for the Information Dominance Corps will be consolidated under the DCNO for Information Dominance (N2/N6) to enable informed program wholeness and warfighting capability trades for information, cyber and electronic warfare systems. Additionally, personnel, training and readiness personnel from N1 and N4 will be transferred to N2/N6 to enable more informed system centric trades and warfighting integration. N2/N6 will be responsible for Integration and Interoperability assessments for all warfare systems.

N4 will transfer afloat readiness resources to N2/N6 and N9, but will maintain resource sponsorship for Logistics Programs, Energy & Environmental Readiness, Ashore Readiness and the Combat Logistics Force. N4 will also retain responsibility for fleet readiness reporting and assessment.

While N1 will transfer manpower and training resources

MC1 (SW/EXW) Peter D. Lawlor Chief of Naval Operations (CNO) Adm. Jonathan Greenert holds an all hands call with Sailors and Marines aboard the amphibious assault ship USS Wasp (LHD-1).

■ new position Vice Adm. Bill Burke will assume the new position of Deputy Chief of Naval Operations (DCNO) for Warfare Systems (N9), March 12.

associated with Information Dominance, Fleet Readiness/ Logistics and Warfare Systems to N2/N6, N4 and N9, respectively, the N1 organization will retain resource sponsorship of all accessions and advanced education, exercise administrative control over Navy manpower policy, maintain responsibility for manpower assessment.

The realignment begins this month and expected to be completed by August 2012 to inform the fiscal year 2015 Program Objective Memorandum decisions. There will be no personnel or billet reductions with this realignment, but there may be a small growth to allow the staff to conduct the missions, functions and tasks required.

“We must become more effective and efficient in our management of resources,” said Burke. “By harnessing the effort of the staff to plan and deliver, our Navy will continue to evolve and remain the world’s preeminent maritime force in the face of emerging threats. We will remain focused on warfighting first, operating forward and being ready.”

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Continued from B1 “This is why maintaining the health and fitness of every Sailor and Marine is such an important part of the 21st Century initiative,” Garcia added. “We need to help every member of the team be at the top of their game, physically and mentally.”

Later in the day, Garcia, Debbink and Wheeler met with Camp Lemonnier Commanding Officer Capt. Scott L. Hurst and other camp leaders. They were briefed on the camp mission and toured facilities, which included the Morale, Welfare and Recreation program’s Thunder Dome athletic facility and the

new galley currently under construction.

They were particularly interested in learning how today’s Sailors and Marines maintain their health and physical fitness in an expeditionary setting.

“Resiliency is at the heart of the 21st Century Sailor and Marine program and can best be described as our ability to excel when faced with the challenges of military duties,” Debbink explained.

“While all the areas of the program can help to build that resiliency, none can have as fast and as lasting an impact in our ability to deal with stress than physical fitness.”

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President proclaims ‘National Day of Honor’ Press Release American Forces Press Service

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On the 9th Anniversary of U.S. forces moving into Iraq, President Barack Obama proclaimed, March 19, to be “A National Day of Honor.”

Here’s is the text of the president’s proclamation: Nine years ago, members of the United States Armed Forces crossed the sands of the Iraq-Kuwait border and began one of the most challenging missions our military has ever known. They left the comforts of home and family, volunteering in service to a cause greater than themselves. They braved insurgency and sectarian strife, knowing too well the danger of combat and the cost of conflict. Yet, through the dust and din and the fog of war, they never lost their resolve.

Demonstrating unshakable fortitude and unwavering commitment to duty, our men and women in uniform served tour after tour, fighting block by block to help the Iraqi people seize the chance for a better future. And on December 18, 2011, their mission came to an end.

Today, we honor their success, their service and their sacrifice. In one of our nation’s longest wars, veterans of Operation Iraqi Freedom and Operation New Dawn wrote one of the most extraordinary chapters in American military history. When highways became mine fields and uncertainty waited behind every corner, service members rose to meet the task at hand with unmatched courage and determination. They learned languages and cultures, taking on new roles as diplomats and development experts to improve the communities where they served.

Their strength toppled a tyrant and their valor helped build opportunity in oppression’s place. Across nearly nine years of conflict, the glory of their service – as well as the contributions of other members of the U.S. Government and our coalition partners – always shone through.

The war left wounds not always seen, but forever felt.

The burden of distance and the pain of loss weighed heavily on the hearts of millions at home and overseas. Behind

every member of our military stood a parent, a spouse, or a son or daughter who proudly served their community and prayed for their loved one’s safe return. For Wounded Warriors, coming home marked the end of one battle and the beginning of another – to stand, to walk, to recover, and to serve again. And, in war’s most profound cost, there were those who never came home. Separated by time and space, but united by their love of country, nearly 4,500 men and women are eternally bound – though we have laid them to rest, they will live on in the soul of our nation now and forever. To them, to their families, and to all who served, we owe a debt that can never be fully repaid.

When we returned the colors of United States Forces-Iraq and the last of our troops set foot on American soil, we reflected on the extraordinary service and sacrifice of those who answered our country’s call.

Their example embodied that fundamental American faith that tells us no mission is too hard, no challenge is too great, and that through tests and through trials, we will always emerge stronger than before. Now, our nation reaffirms our commitment to serve veterans of Iraq as well as they served us – to uphold the sacred trust we share with all who have worn the uniform. Our future is brighter for their service, and today, we express our gratitude by saying once more: Welcome home.

NOW, THEREFORE, I, BARACK OBAMA, President of the United States of America, by virtue of the authority vested in me by the Constitution and the laws of the United States, do hereby proclaim March 19, 2012, as a National Day of Honor. I call upon all Americans to observe this day with appropriate programs, ceremonies and activities that commemorate the return of the United States Armed Forces from Iraq.

IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand this nineteenth day of March, in the year of our Lord two thousand twelve, and of the Independence of the United States of America the two hundred and thirty-sixth.

– Barack Obama

Katie, Elmo’s friend from a military family, is a special addition to the Sesame Street gang for a traveling show called “Sesame Street and USO Experience for Military Families.” Elmo and friends help Katie open up about her fears and excitement about moving to a new location.

■ Hampton Roads Tour Information May 3 at 6 p.m.: JEB Little Creek-Fort Story Base Theater May 4 at 6 p.m.: JEB Little Creek-Fort Story Base Theater May 5 at 2 p.m.; 6 p.m.: NAS Oceana Base Theater May 6 at 2 p.m.: NAS Oceana Base Theater

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‘Our youngest heroes’ a top priority Continued from B1 and Dr. Jill Biden, wife of Vice President Joe Biden, at a Joining Forces rally in Columbus, Ohio. Joining Forces is the White House’s initiative to rally the nation’s support for troops, veterans and their families.

“The USO is very excited to partner again with Sesame Workshop as we return the tour to the U.S. with a fresh new look, theme and character,” said Sloan Gibson, USO president and CEO in the release. “Our nation’s military community is our top priority, especially our youngest heroes.”

Before the show rolls onto installations across the country, officials are inviting people to help in naming the new tour bus.

People can submit their ideas on Facebook at www.facebook.com/SesameStreetForMilitaryFamilies. Later in the month, families can visit Facebook at www.facebook. com/theUSO to vote on the finalists. In early April, officials will announce the winning name and unveil the new tour bus.

The Sesame Street and USO Experience for Military Families debuted in July 2008 to help families deal with the challenges of deployment and homecomings.

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RUNNING FOR A CAUSE Spartyka Wounded Warrior 5K helps to benefit veterans in need VIRGINIA BEACH

In honor of the daily sacrifices made by the brave men and women in all branches of the United States military, Spartyka is proud to host its 4th annual Spartyka Wounded Warrior 5K – Virginia Beach to benefit the Wounded Warrior Project. The race will be held March 24 at 9 a.m. at Neptune’s Park on the Virginia Beach Oceanfront.

This event welcomes runners and walkers of all ages and anyone with a patriotic spirit who wants to show support for the troops and veterans. Funds raised by the event will support the Wounded Warrior Project, a national non-profit organization supporting injured veterans.

More information is available at woundedwarriorproject.org.

The 2012 Spartyka Wounded Warrior 5K – Virginia Beach begins at 9 a.m. at 31st Street Park in Virginia Beach. Race day registration and check-in begins at 7:30 a.m. Pre-registration is encouraged and will guarantee that participants will receive a race t-shirt and finishers medal. The registration fee is $25 in advance and $30 on the day of the race.

Participants may register online at RaceIt. com. Race registration will also be available at the Final Kick Race Packet Pick-Up from 4 to 7 p.m. on March 23 at Final Kick Sports, 2865 Lynnhaven Dr. in Virginia Beach.

Immediately following the Spartyka Wounded Warrior 5K – Virginia Beach on Saturday, all event participants are invited to the Official CP Shuckers After Party at 2407 Pacific Ave. in Virginia Beach for refreshments and live entertainment, including the Hackensaw Boys.

On race day, Spartyka is honored to partner with Honor and Remember to present a person-

alized Honor and Remember Flag to the Family of Lt. Peter Benjamin Ober, United States Navy, who died July 16, 2003 in a helicopter crash near Sigonella Naval Air Station in Sicily. For a portion of his service, Ober was stationed in Norfolk. A flag will be presented to his widow and daughter, who will also be running the 5K in his honor.

For more information about Honor and Remember, visit honorandremember.org.

We will also recognize our honored guest and Warrior of the Day Senior Chief Timothy Johns, an EOD Technician with more than 20 years of service in the United States Navy, who was injured during operations in Iraq in 2007. Johns, currently stationed with the Naval Explosive Ordnance Disposal Technology Division in Indianhead, Md., was previously assigned, twice, to the Explosive Ordnance Disposal Unit 2 on Joint Expeditionary Base Little Creek-Fort Story in Virginia Beach. He has earned numerous awards, including a Bronze Star with a V (for Valor), a Defense Meritorious Service Medal, a Purple Heart and two Combat Action Ribbons.

There are also scheduled appearances by the USA Cheerleaders and the Boot Girls of Virginia Beach, representing the Boot Campaign. In addition, Navy wife and singer-songwriter Maryanne Micheal will perform her song, “A Soldier’s Coming Home.” Micheal donates 30 cents of each download of “A Soldier’s Coming Home” to Operation Homefront’s Wounded Warrior Project.

For more information about the 2012 Spartyka Wounded Warrior 5K – Virginia Beach, contact Rebecca Desjardins, Race Director, at rebeccad@spartykanation.com, or (860) 334-2268; or Jimi Partyka at 515-6538.

■ what to know Entry fee is $25 in advance and $30 on race day. Participants will receive a t-shirt and finishers medal.

Following the race there will be an after party at CP Shuckers with refreshments and live entertainment.

«« ■ what to know Entry fee is $30 and includes refreshments, t-shirt and post-race lunch. There will be 5K run awards for top male and female overall finishers, and the top three male and female finishers in each age group. There will also be awards for the top three male and female walkers.

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Cerebral Palsy of Virginia to hold 5K Run, Walk-A-Thon VIRGINIA BEACH

Cerebral Palsy of Virginia will hold it’s 19th annual 5K Run and Walk-A-Thon, March 24, at Mt. Trashmore in Virginia Beach. All proceeds benefit programs and services for children and adults with cerebral palsy and other developmental disabilities.

Registration begins at 6:30 a.m. and the 5K Run/Walk will start at 8:30 a.m. with the 1-mile Fun Walk beginning at 9:30 a.m.

ChampionChip timing is provided by Mettle Timing.

The registration fee is $30 and includes the official event t-Shirt; bagels, doughnuts and coffee; and a picnic lunch after the event. Entertainment will be provided by Bobby the Clown and Leni the Clown.

5K Run awards will be given to the top male and female overall finishers, and the top three male and female finishers in 10 age groups, and also for the top three male and female walkers. Awards will also be given to the top fundraisers in four age categories.

You may register by visiting www.cerebralpalsyofvirginia. org, or call 497-7474 for more information.

War Memorial hosts ‘Welcome Home’ Dance for Vietnam Vets RICHMOND

“Welcome Home, Vietnam Vets” is the theme for a special dance to be held March 24 from 7 to 10 p.m. at the Virginia War Memorial in Richmond.

In keeping with the theme honoring those American servicemen and women who returned home after serving in Southeast Asia 40 years ago, well-known Central Virginia band The Escorts will perform live renditions of popular music from the 60s through the early 70s.

Tony Booth, popular afternoon host at Richmond radio station WBBT-FM (Big Oldies 107.3) and a former Armed Forces Radio D.J., where he hosted “Good Morning, Korea,” will serve as Master of Ceremonies.

“Unfortunately, many of those who served in Vietnam weren’t given the thank you’s and appreciation they deserved when they returned home in the late 60s and early 70s,” said Candi Shelton, the Memorial’s education director. “We think it’s never too late to give these veterans a dance in their honor ... and the best way to recreate the era is to do it by dancing to the great rock ‘n’ roll, Motown and beach music that was the soundtracks of our lives back then.”

“You don’t have to be a Vietnam vet to attend and dress is casual,” she said. “We’re hoping everyone will go through their attics and wear their favorite attire from the period. We’d love to see a roomful of letter jackets and sweaters, blue jeans, bell bottoms

and shag vests.”

Tickets to the dance are $40 per person and include hors d’oeuvres and two beverage tickets. Attendees must be 21 years of age or older. As seating is limited, reservations are required.

Tickets can be purchased online at www.vawarmemorial.org, by mail by sending a check payable to the Virginia War Memorial Educational Foundation, 621 South Belvidere St., Richmond, Va. 2322-6504, or in person at the Memorial during normal business hours.

For more information, call the Virginia War Memorial at (804) 786-2069, or visit www.vawarmemorial.org.

■ event info Tickets are $40 per person and include hors d’oeuvres and two beverage tickets. Attendees must be 21 years of age or older. As seating is limited, reservations are required.

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Calendar For a complete list of events in Hampton Roads or to submit your own, visit www.flagshipnews.com/calendar

Egg Drop Contest at Nauticus ■ When: March 24, 11 a.m. to 2 p.m.

■ Where: Nauticus ■ For more information, visit: http://sections. asme.org/easternva or https://info.aiaa.org/ Regions/NE/Hampton_Roads/

The competition is open to all ages with prizes awarded in each age group. Participation is free and eggs will be supplied on-site. Designers must build a device to protect an egg when dropped from Nauticus’ second floor (approximately 20 feet high) and third floor (approximately 40 feet high) in order to keep it from going splat. The lightest device that comes closest to the target while protecting the egg wins. Times and age groups are as follows: Grades 5 and under, 11 a.m.; grades 6 through 8, Noon; grades 9 through 12, 1 p.m.; college/adult, 1:30 p.m. Participants may construct their containers out of any materials except styrofoam, bubble-wrap or fiberglass insulation.

Youth baseball registration ■ When: Open until full ■ Where: JEBLCFS, Youth Center ■ For more information, call: 422-7714

Only $40 per child. Free to families with a deployed Sailor. Open to ages five to 16 years of age.

March Madness free throw challenge ■ When: March 23 ■ Where: NWSY and CAX, Gymnasiums ■ For more information, call: 847-7830

One chance every Friday to shoot 10 free throws from the foul line. Whoever makes the most free throws wins a prize.

Upcoming National Park Week features free admission and nationwide events WASHINGTON

The National Park Service and the National Park Foundation, the official charity of America’s national parks, invite people everywhere to enjoy, explore, learn, share and give back to America’s nearly 400 national parks during National Park Week 2012.

Celebrating the theme, “Picture Yourself in a National Park,” National Park Week will run from April 21 through April 29. Throughout the country, visitors can enjoy the beauty and wonder of 84 million acres of the world’s most spectacular scenery, historic places and cultural treasures for free.

National parks will mark the annual celebration with special events and activities including Volunteer Day on April 21,

■ events and activities National parks will mark the annual celebration with special events and activities including: Volunteer Day on April 21, Earth Day on April 22 and Junior Ranger Day on April 28.

Earth Day on April 22 and Junior Ranger Day on April 28. From ranger-led hikes and kayak trips to camping and exploring, park visitors can plan their National Park Week at www.nationalparkweek.org.

Discover information about events, special activities for visitors of all ages, how to share your park adventure with other travelers and how to support the parks.

“America’s national parks have something for everyone,” said Jonathan B. Jarvis, National Park Service Director.

“Take a break and experience something new, enjoy some fresh air, get some exercise and see where history happened.

And since admission is free to all 397 parks, all week long, National Park Week is a great time to get up, get out and explore a park.”

“This is our annual celebration of America’s best idea – our national parks,” said Neil Mulholland, President and CEO of the National Park Foundation. “We are proud to stand with our partners at the National Park Service and encourage people everywhere to enjoy, learn from and support our nation’s greatest treasures.”

Iron Chef 2012 entry deadline ■ When: March 28 ■ For more information,

call: 433-3976

Open to active duty families in the Mid-Atlantic Region. Submit a 300-word essay about why your family is a special military family to cathy.mead@ navy.mil. Include a family picture, names and ages.

Participants must be able to attend the competition on April 21 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.

Captain’s Cup Golf League ■ When: Entries due by March 25 ■ Where: NAS Oceana, Aeropines Golf Course ■ For more information, call: 433-2200 or 433-2695

The league starts the first week of April.

USS WASP LHD-1 reunion ■ When: May 18 ■ Where: Coronado resort, Disney, Orlando, Fla. ■ For more information, email: waspreunion@gmail.

com People that are interested in the reunion can visit the website at http://sites.google.com/site/waspreunion/ home or the Facebook page at http://www.facebook. com/pages/USS-Wasp-Reunion/241902085834515.

‘Hunt for Hampton History: Hampton at Work’ recognizes those who helped shape the city HAMPTON

On March 24, explore the businesses and occupations that have helped shape Hampton with the Hunt for Hampton History: Hampton at Work, a free historical showcase taking place at the Hampton History Museum and the Healthy Family Partnerships. From NASA to fishing and oyster harvesting, each business and industry has had a distinct effect on the city and the people who live, work and play here.

Gather from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. to collect, explore and share in Hampton’s past through displays, demonstrations, reenactments, interpreters and more.

Initiated in 2007, the Hunt for Hampton History invites members of the general public to “show and tell” family treasures and heirlooms from Hampton’s past. This year, the event will highlight Hampton businesses and occupations and how these

■ what to do Other highlights include free admission to Hampton History Museum exhibits and special Children’s activities including: hatmaking, scavenger hunts, musical performers and a Hampton at Work mural that attendees are encouraged help create.

jobs and skills have changed over time.

Photographers and data entry staff will be on-site photographing and/or scanning memorabilia to be added to a public archive. Once uploaded, the photos will be available for viewing at www.hampton400.com. Previous years archives are currently available online.

In addition to the “show and tell” por-

tion of the event, there will be plenty of highlights, including presentations by local neighborhoods and the city’s Fire Department; NASA displays; local watermen and boat builders; past and present educators; engineers and scientists; and a historical presentation about the effect of the contraband decision on the lives and work of African Americans in Hampton.

Other highlights of the Hunt for Hampton History: Hampton at Work include free admission to Hampton History Museum exhibits and special children’s activities including: hat-making, scavenger hunts, musical performers and a Hampton at Work mural that attendees are encouraged help create.

For more information on the Hunt for Hampton History: Hampton at Work, interested parties are encouraged to contact the Hampton History Museum at 727-1610.

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Gladys Gatlin Foundation jazz event ■ When: March 24, 7 p.m.

■ Where: Hilton Garden Inn Suffolk Riverfront ■ For more information, contact: (888) 600-0437,

or visit www.suffolkriverfrontjazz.com Jazz event in support of the Gladys Gatlin Foundation’s efforts. The event will feature Back-to-Back Keys with Alex Bugnon and Jeff Lorber, along with special guest saxophonist James “Saxsmo” Gates. Opening performer will be Soulon. General Admission tickets cost $47.50.

Sandy Bottom Nature Park programs ■ When: March 24, 9:30 to 10:30 a.m.

■ Where: SBNP Nature Center ■ For more information, call: 825-4657

Join a ranger in a leisurely hike thru our park and find tracks which you will learn to identify and then make a mold of it to take home. For kids age 8 and older. Fee is $3. Registration deadline is March 23 by 3 p.m.

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Auction benefits Dolphin Scholarship Annual Silver & Gold Auction to benefit the Dolphin Scholarship Foundation was held, March 3, in Norfolk with a “Game On” theme for the night. The event was a great success and $24,000 was raised for the foundation.

March 25, 10 to 11 a.m.

Come to Sandy Bottom and learn with a ranger what to do if lost in the woods. You will learn things like how to start a fire, purify water, find food and build a shelter. For kids age 8 and older. Fee is $2. Registration deadline is March 23 by 3 p.m.

(Above) Winning “Most Spirited Command” was a rowdy fan crowd from the PCU Minnesota.

(Right) “King” Vice Adm. John M. Richardson, Commander, Submarine Forces; Commander, Submarine Force Atlantic; Commander, Allied Submarine Command with his “queen” Dana Richardson, Chairman, Dolphin Scholarship Foundation, as a medieval night was auctioned off.

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2012 Fiat 500 Abarth Turbo coupe ■ Wheelbase: 90.6 over-

Fiat 500 is hot, spicy and fast ride

all length: 144.4; width: 64.1; height: 58.7 (all vehicle measurements are in inches).

■ Engine: 160 hp at 5,500 rpm and 170 lbs.-ft. of torque at 2,500 – 4,000 rpm ■ Transmission: five-speed performance manual ■ EPA Fuel Economy: 30 city/38 highway (estimated) ■ Cargo capacity: 26.8 cubic feet ■ Safety features: Dual front airbags, front seat mounted side-impact airbags, dual head curtain side-impact airbags, driver’s knee airbag, four-wheel disc brakes with anti-lock, brake assist, electronic brake-force distribution, all-speed traction control, electronic stability control, hill-start assist, BLUE&ME hands free communication system, intelligent battery sensor, remote keyless entry, daytime running lights, fog lights, engine immobilizer and tire pressure monitoring system. Optional safety features include navigation system and security alarm.

■ Warranty: Basic – 3-year/36,000 mile; Powertrain – 5-year/100,000 mile; Corrosion – 5-year/100,000 mile.

■ Pricing: The base Manufacturers Suggested Retail Price for the 2012 Fiat 500 Abarth turbo coupe starts from $22,000. Destination charges add $500.

By Ken Chester, Jr. Motor News Media Corporation

Faithful to the “small but wicked” saying coined for Karl Abarth’s cars in the 60s, the new 2012 Fiat 500 Abarth arrives to America with the racing traditions that have made it a success on European roadways and racetracks – world-class performance and precision, purposeful and aggressive styling, high power-toweight ratio and limited-production volume.

The “Abarth treatment” and tradition continues to deliver extraordinary results. In the late 50s Karl Abarth believed that race cars with brilliant performance could be derived from small, lightweight, everyday driving cars – including the original Cinquecento (500).

Power for the new Fiat model is generated by an all-new 1.4L four-cylinder MultiAir Turbo engine. Torque is communicated to the street through a heavy-duty C510 performance fivespeed manual gearbox.

Building on the excitement of the new 2012 Fiat 500 (Cinquecento), the new Fiat 500 Abarth is designed for track-day enthusiasts and driving purists who want the ultimate highperformance small car with the pedigree of an exclusive Italian exotic. The new 2012 Fiat 500 Abarth takes the city-friendly proportions and iconic Cinquecento cues of the new Fiat 500 hatchback model further, with a stylistic approach to exterior aerodynamics and highperformance functionality.

To improve aerodynamics – while creating the necessary engine compartment space – the Fiat 500 Abarth’s front fascia is more pronounced and pushed 2.7 inches ahead of its signature “whiskers and logo” face, recalling the Abarth stylistic treatments from vintage 850 TC and 1000 TC models.

Continuing the Fiat 500 Abarth’s unique front aerodynamic design treatment, the signature “Abarth” shield floats on a finned surface that serves as an additional air intake. Below, the “triptych” of air intakes consists of three inlets with broader openings than the Fiat 500.

For a more aggressive look, a blacked-out fascia accent integrates projector-beam fog lamps and helps direct air for engine cooling.

Twin “nostrils” are precisely positioned on the front fascia to maximize airflow in and out of

the two engine intercoolers (both intercoolers are visible through the “nostril” inlets).

More aggressive Abarth-designed side skirts provide a vertical and athletic profile, while highlighting the iconic curves of the Fiat 500 Abarth. Abarth-designed 16-inch cast-aluminum wheels, or optional 17-inch lightweight forged-aluminum wheels, fill the flared wheel arches and provide ventilation for the performance brake system. In addition, both wheel designs allow visibility of the lacquered Rosso (red) brake calipers.

From the rear, a large liftgate-mounted spoiler extends the roofline of the Fiat 500 Abarth and improves the vehicle’s aerodynamic behavior by creating additional down force.

Below, the two-piece Abarth-styled rear fascia accentuates the road-holding stance of this high-performance 500 and optimizes airflow output with its black-accented rear diffuser. In addition, symmetric, twin exhaust cutouts deliver a powerful look, while large concentric “double tip” exhausts provide a tuned sound and Abarth-exclusive look.

Karl Abarth’s tradition of track-ready small cars continues today by utilizing the 2012 Fiat

■ under the hood Power for the new Fiat model is generated by an all-new 1.4L fourcylinder MultiAir Turbo engine. Torque is communicated to the street through a heavy-duty C510 performance five-speed manual gearbox.

■ outside the hood To improve aerodynamics the front fascia is more pronounced and pushed 2.7 inches ahead of its signature “whiskers and logo” face, recalling the Abarth stylistic treatments from vintage 850 TC and 1000 TC models.

Photos courtesy of Motor News Media

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Safety tips for Sailors who have spring fever Given that there are a large number of males and younger adults in the Navy, these statistics show there is reason for concern.

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Training and awareness appear to be paying off. The Naval Safety Center tracks whether alcohol was a factor in fatal mishaps. The recently completed winter safety campaign ran from Dec. 1, 2011 through Feb. 29. This season there were two fatalities where alcohol was a contributing factor.

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SPRINT CUP POINTS 1. Greg Biffle 157; leader 2. Kevin Harvick 148; behind -9

Dale Earnhardt Jr., driver of the No. 88 Chevrolet, races Matt Kenseth, driver of the No. 17 Ford, during the Food City 500 at Bristol Motor Speedway on March 18.

3. Matt Kenseth 145; behind -12 4. Martin Truex Jr. 139; behind -18 5. Denny Hamlin 137; behind -20

Courtesy of NASCAR

6. Dale Earnhardt Jr. 137; behind -20

ON A ‘SLIPPERY SLOPE’ Drivers foresee downside to making NASCAR’s inner workings public

By Rick Minter Universal Uclick

Dale Earnhardt Jr. said folks just can’t keep a secret in the NASCAR garage these days. It’s not his fellow drivers who are being the blabbermouths, so to speak, it’s NASCAR officials and their new policies – and proposed ones – for sharing information among race teams and fans, too.

Earnhardt, and a lot of his peers, said NASCAR’s proposal to share the data from the electronic fuel injection (EFI) mechanisms of the top race finishers is putting the sport on a “slippery slope.” And he and others said the trend toward making the drivers meeting a public event takes away the opportunity for drivers and crew chiefs to have open and honest communication with each other, and with NASCAR officials, about how races are run.

Earnhardt said that if NASCAR shares one team’s EFI data with the entire garage, a team that had somehow managed to get an advantage over the competition won’t get to keep it for long.

“I’d rather not have that,” he said of the proposed sharing of information. “It would be a benefit to be able to see that. But, I think it is a slippery slope.”

“With the fuel injection, it brings in the ability this year to be able to see data that we’ve never been able to see before. I think we should ease into how we use that data, and how NASCAR allows us to use that data, kind of slowly not to upset the culture of the sport, or how things have worked in the past.”

“I think if we take this new door that has been opened to us and abuse it, it might not be good for the sport. I think it’s better for competition for

It hasn’t been, for a long time, a true ‘drivers meeting’ in the true sense of the word. Nobody is going to raise their hand and ask a question in that environment, not anybody these days, anyway.”

8. Clint Bowyer 126; behind -31 9. Joey Logano 126; behind -31 10. Paul Menard 123; behind -34

- Matt Kenseth

everybody to have a few secrets.”

Already, teams are able to look at data from other cars in their multi-car organizations and at data from affiliated teams. Jimmie Johnson seemed pretty pleased to see Tony Stewart’s EFI data from Las Vegas, where Stewart motored away from Johnson on several late-race restarts.

“I did look at Tony’s data, and definitely have a direction and know what’s going on,” said Johnson. “It’s a complicated thing that I’m certainly not going to share for the world to see. But I’ve got a clear direction of where to work.”

Earnhardt and others also said that there are better ways for drivers to connect with fans than opening the drivers meeting to the public, as was the case at Las Vegas Motor Speedway two races back.

He and many of his peers would rather go back to the old-style drivers meetings, which usually were held in a hot, cramped room at each race track.

Only recently were media and other guests invited, and it’s been some time since there was real discussion at those meetings about issues on the track.

“It hasn’t been, for a long time, a true ‘drivers meeting’ in the true sense of the word,” said Matt Kenseth. “Nobody is going to raise their hand and ask a question in that environment, not anybody these days, anyway.”

Kenseth said that if a driver has an issue today,

he tries to resolve it in a private meeting with NASCAR officials.

“It is different, but it has been like that for a long time,” he said. “They have been letting more and more people in. I remember when we used to do it my first couple years in the series, we did it in the scoring stand at Charlotte, and you could barely get the drivers and crew chiefs in there.

“That is all it was. It was never a media event, or fan event. It was a drivers meeting where there was a forum with discussions and stuff like that.

We haven’t had that in a long time.”

Earnhardt Jr. agreed with Kenseth, saying he had difficulty following the basic instructions given in the meeting last week at Las Vegas.

“I couldn’t see those video screens,” he said. “I really couldn’t pay attention to what was going on.

So, the meeting to me didn’t serve its purpose.”

Jimmie Johnson agreed with Earnhardt and Kenseth, saying the drivers meeting “needs to be more intimate.”

He said he only recently learned that for some time drivers meetings have been streamed online, and he doesn’t like that either.

“I just feel like, that is what that meeting is for, we need an opportunity to sit there and have open communication weekly,” he said. “With all the eyes, it limits that ability, I believe.”

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History is made at VCW’s ‘Luck is for Losers’

By UltimateWrestling Charmer Contributing Writer

It was a historic night for Vanguard Championship Wrestling (VCW) at St. Pius X Elementary School, March 10. Here are some highlights from the “Luck is for Losers” event.

VCW owner Travis Bradshaw and VCW Commissioner Gremlina unveiled a new title – VCW Commonwealth Heritage Championship – which will represent all of the Commonwealth states. In a hard fought tournament a few weeks ago, Ray Storm became the first VCW Commonwealth Heritage Champion and he has already been challenged for his belt by returning VCW superstar Chris Escobar. The match will take place at the Norfolk Masonic Temple on April 21.

VCW Tag-Team Champions Chatch and Krotch successfully defended their titles over Mr. Salazar’s newly formed tag-team of Sam Bass and Hax Bandito. It was a hard fought battle with Chatch taking the win over Bandido. Friction was evident between the tag-team champs throughout the match.

Bradshaw and Gremlina proudly announced that the Gorgeous Ladies of Wrestling (GLOW) is back with a new generation of wrestlers, and Gremlina will be representing VCW in a GLOW Legends battle royal in California in April. VCW’s influence can be seen from coast to coast.

VCW Liberty Champion Paul London defended his title against his good friend Jay Steel. The match was declared a no-contest when Diamond Victor Griff and Shorty Smalls interfered. It turned into a hard fought tag match, when Steel challenged them to a match on the spot. However, Steel’s plan backfired when Griff knocked out London with his version of the Liberty Title belt and then rolled Smalls on top for the pin.

In what would be considered an upset, Kid VCW and Chase “The Punker” Strummer defeated The Hallstars via count-out.

In a shocking turn of events, The Hallstars,

7. Tony Stewart 130; behind -27

■ Patrick to run in charity race The dirt racing world is about to get a taste of “Danica Mania.” The female NASCAR driver is set to run in the Prelude to the Dream charity race, June 6, at Eldora Speedway in Rossburg, Ohio. It will be the second start on dirt for the former IndyCar driver.

“I raced on dirt once before in a go-kart when I was young, but that’s about it,” Patrick said in a track release. “It’s going to be a challenge for sure, but I know Tony (Stewart) has offered to help in any way possible.

I’m excited about it, but I’m also nervous.”

■ upcoming mma bouts BELLATOR 62 March 23, 8 p.m., MTV2 Featured bouts: Patricky Freire vs. Lloyd Woodard Rick Hawn vs. Ricardo Tirloni J.J. Ambrose vs. Brent Weedman Thiago Michel vs. Rene Nazare BELLATOR 63 March 30, 8 p.m., MTV2 Featured bouts: Karl Amoussou vs. Chris Lozano Raul Amaya vs. Ben Saunders Brian Foster vs. David Rickels Bryan Baker vs. Carlos Pereira BELLATOR 64 April 6, 8 p.m., MTV2 Featured bouts: Ben Askren vs. Douglas Lima Chris Horodecki vs. TBA

Courtesy of Jonathan McLarty VCW Commonwealth Heritage Champion Ray Storm with his manager Mr. Salazar.

frustrated by their loss, quit VCW. Gremlina convinced them to stay by promising them a tagteam title rematch. At that point, George Pantas intervened and announced that he is now the new managing agent for Chatch and Krotch and all negotiations must go through him.

An agreement was reached between Gremlina and Pantas, and the rematch will take place at the Norfolk Masonic Temple on April 21. An extra stipulation was added that if The Hallstars lose again, Pantas will get five minutes in the ring with Jerry Stephanitsis, who was busy selling pizza that night.

Stephanitsis had to fulfill his promise to sell pizza at “Luck is for Losers,” because The Hallstars lost their belts at the Lutz Tournament.

“Five minutes is all I need to take care of that ‘Pizza Noid,’ because I’m five times, five times,

five times, five times, five times crazy!” said Pantas.

In other news, Phil Brown wasn’t medically cleared to wrestle John Kermon for his return match due to a shoulder injury. Mugabi the Cannibal made a surprise appearance and challenged Kermon and won by disqualification when Kermon deliberately hit him with a low blow. Brown is scheduled to get his rematch with Kermon at the Norfolk Masonic Temple on April 21.

Until next time, see you at the matches.

Relive some of your favorite wrestling memories and stories of the past and present by contacting ultimatewrestlingcharmer@yahoo.com, or on Facebook at UltimateWrestling Charmer.

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UFC ON FUEL TV 2 April 14, Fuel TV Featured bouts: A. Gustafsson vs. Thiago Silva Alessio Sakara vs. Brian Stann S. Bahadurzada vs. Paulo Thiago Diego Nunes vs. Dennis Siver D. Johnson vs. John Maguire Damacio Page vs. Brad Pickett UFC 145 April 21, 8 p.m., FX; 10 p.m., PPV Featured bouts: Jon Jones vs. Rashad Evans Rory MacDonald vs. Che Mills B.Rothwell vs. Brendan Schaub Mark Hominick vs. Eddie Yagin Mark Bocek vs. Matt Wiman M. McDonald vs. Miguel Torres M. Brown vs. Stephen Thompson ■ All cards are subject to change.

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Worley releases first new single in two years

By Sarah Wyland Great American Country | GACTV.com

Darryl Worley released his brand new single, “You Still Got It,” to radio on March 19. The upbeat tune, co-written by Worley and Brett Jones, is his first new music in nearly two years. It will likely strike a chord with women, as it’s about how a woman still has what it takes to turn a man’s head even after they’ve been together for years.

“I went to Brett’s house one day and he played me the chorus,” said Worley. “I said, ‘That’s a hit!’ It sounded like it had been around for 25 years and I knew a song with that kind of classic feel was a no-brainer.

Its got a really cool dance groove and its got that thing that makes women love it. That’s always a positive thing.”

Worley’s new song is just a preview of what’s to come. He recently signed a new record deal with Tenacity Records/Crazytown Records and his new album, “One Time Around,” is tentatively scheduled to be released in June.

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Co-produced by Morgan and Phil O’Donnell, the album features 12 new songs showcasing the 47-year-old singer/ songwriter fully entrenched in his music and sounding as comfortable as ever.

The voice and feeling that many know so well from previous hits like “That’s What I Love About Sunday” are evident throughout the record as he makes his debut for new label home Black River Entertainment. This Ole Boy is Morgan’s first new album since 2008s “That’s Why,” but the good-natured approach he takes on songs like current Top 25 hit and title track “This Ole Boy” sound like the

welcome return of a good friend. With happy-go-lucky guitar themes and flowing vocal melodies, he sings with a soft country twang, “She sweetens my tea and she butters my biscuit / I am who I am and buddy she gets it.”

Morgan extols the virtues of small town life and songs like “Whole World Needs A Kitchen” and “More Trucks Than Cars” pay humble ode to simpler times and less hectic lifestyles. On the radio-ready “More Trucks Than Cars,” nicely crafted visuals like the gas station attendant who knows your name and the waitress who calls you “baby” roll smoothly over a music bed of light pedal steel, banjo and electric guitars.

“Show Me Your Tattoo,” a song destined to be a crowd favorite at concerts with its meaty country/rock guitar riffs, takes a slightly different approach as it subtly addresses rural rebelliousness.

He displays innocent – albeit in the young teenage male sense – wonder at what her new ink could possibly look like as the swampy Southern rocker pounds along.

Morgan co-wrote seven of the album’s

12 songs, including “I Didn’t Drink,” which relates the record’s heaviest themes. The song depicts the tear-jerking story of being driven to drink due to the pain of a loved one’s cancer. Over dramatic piano tones, he holds the listener’s attention throughout this classic country song. Though this is easily the album’s darkest moment, most of This Ole Boy hums an optimistic tune.

His thirst for adventure shows up most notably on “Being Alive and Living” and “Better Stories.” The two standout album cuts celebrate living life to the fullest and without regrets. Morgan delivers an impassioned vocal on the chorus of the former featuring the insightful line, “There’s a difference between being alive and living.”

This Ole Boy is full of easygoing charm. Songs like the sexy “Love Loves A Long Night” and “Fish Weren’t Bitin’” fill out a solid collection that feels like a warm conversation. His music and voice have always been engaging and accessible, and it’s no different here. So come on in, order a cup of coffee and pull up a seat – we’ve got some catching up to do.

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