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Cyclists participate in The Warrior Ride

By AZ (AW) Airman Kelvin Cohen Navy Public Affairs Support Element East

VIRGINIA BEACH

Joint Expeditionary Base Little Creek-Fort Story (JEBLCFS) hosted a Warrior Ride bicycling event for Wounded Warriors, April 26.

More than 21 cyclists participated in the event, including veterans wounded in combat and one participant whose parent sustained injury while on duty.

“This makes these guys happy to see the support,” said Bob Racine, founder and event organizer for “The Warrior Ride.” “It builds their hearts up and lets them know the community is supporting them.”

The 30-mile-course, which began at JEBLCFS and ended at Naval Station Norfolk, was not a race, but an event to add strength through teamwork by concluding when the last cyclist rode across the finish line.

“Programs like this help wounded Soldiers confide with each other,” said Army Staff Sgt. Sammy Nates, an event participant. “Doing a bike ride like this builds camaraderie.”

The event also benefits participating cyclist on a personal level as well.

“This is a wonderful experience for Soldiers to seek everybody’s help to get through rough times,” said Nates. “It’s also a good way to get out and enjoy new areas, meet new faces and have a wonderful time.”

The Warrior Ride is a civilian non-profit organization that provides Wounded Warriors an opportunity to adapt to their injuries and raise morale and awareness for wounded veterans.

This is a wonderful experience for Soldiers to seek everybody’s help to get through rough times.”

- Army Staff Sgt. Sammy Nates

Twenty-one cyclists from various parts of the county participated in a Warrior Ride that began onboard Joint Expeditionary Base Little CreekFort Story, April 26.

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WASP SAILORS HELP MAKE HOME REPAIRS

By MCSN Andrew M. Rivard USS Wasp (LHD 1) Public Affairs

PORT EVERGLADES, FLA.

MCSN Karen Blankenship Dr. Jill Biden, second lady of the United States, poses for a photo with Hospital Corpsman 2nd Class Latesha Smith and her son Jaelen Franco (center), after a Joining Forces anniversary commemoration at Lee Hall Elementary School.

Dr. Biden speaks at Newport News elementary school

By MCSN Karen Blankenship Navy Public Affairs Support Element East

NEWPORT NEWS

Dr. Jill Biden, second lady of the United States, spoke at Lee Hall Elementary School in Newport News, for the first anniversary of the Joining Forces initiative, April 25.

The initiative was launched a year ago by Biden and First Lady Michelle Obama to help schools better meet the needs of military-connected children and their families.

Twelve Sailors from the amphibious assault ship USS Wasp (LHD 1) joined together for a community relation project (COMREL) with volunteers at the Rebuilding Together Broward County organization to help improve the homes and lives of lowincome homeowners and veterans in the city of Halandale Beach, Fla., April 28.

Sailors worked for more than seven hours making indoor and outdoor home repairs, including reinforcing and repairing roofs that had taken ter-

■ Navy Week Wasp Sailors were in Florida celebrating Navy Week, participating events consisting of various receptions, community relation projects and inter-ship competitions.

mite damage, removing old bath tubs, kitchen cabinets and sinks in order to replace them with newer and more efficient models, and providing fresh coats of paint to the houses.

“Having the chance to come out and help a community that has so

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MCSN Andrew M. Rivard LSSA William Faulkner scrapes flaking paint off the exterior of a house during a community relations project in Halandale Beach during Navy Week Port Everglades.

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Wasp Sailors put out fire at Damage Control Olympics

“One of the best parts of my role as second lady is spending time with so many veterans and military families,” said Biden. “I’ve travelled to bases across this country and the world, and I’m always inspired by the strength, the resilience and the pride of our military families.”

According to the Office of the Vice President, there are 1.3 million school-aged military-connected children. One

USS Wasp (LHD 1) Sailors work together during a P-100 firefighting challenge at a Damage Control Olympics event hosted by the Resolve Maritime Academy during Navy Week Port Everglades, April 26.

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NORFOLK SAILORS PARTICIPATE IN TREE PLANTING, CLEAN-UP Sailors from Navy Region Mid-Atlantic (NRMA) and commands around Naval Station Norfolk gathered for the Clean the Base and Arbor Day, April 27.

2012 WARRIOR GAMES The Team Navy/Coast Guard warrior athletes competing in the 2012 Warrior Games began a week of precompetition training in Colorado Springs.

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Governor Bob McDonnell announced the winners of the 2012 Governor’s Environmental Excellence Awards, April 11.

The awards recognize the significant contributions of environmental and conservation leaders in three categories: environmental projects, environmental programs and land conservation. They are given to businesses and industrial facilities, non-profit organizations and government agencies.

Speaking about the awards, McDonnell remarked, “The accomplishments of these award winners are truly impressive. They demonstrate a clear commitment to improve our environment and make the lives of all Virginians better.”

The awards were presented by Secretary of Natural Resources Doug Domenech, Department of Environmental Quality Director David Paylor, and Department of Conservation and Recreation Director David Johnson. Four Bronze level, four Silver level and five Gold level awards were presented.

The Gold Medal winners are: • Clarke County Conservation Easement Authority for its successful efforts to protect and preserve land with significant agricultural, natural, scenic and historic resources. The authority has filled

They demonstrate a clear commitment to improve our environment and make the lives of all Virginians better.”

- Gov. Bob McDonnell, about the award winners’ accomplishments

an important niche by enabling smaller landowners who might not meet the criteria of other programs to place land in easement.

• NASA Goddard Space Flight Center’s Wallops Flight Facility for its highly successful Energy Savings Performance Project, a broad-perspective analysis of alternative measures. The project was a multi-year collaborative effort between the Wallops Environmental Office and the Wallops Facilities Management Branch to reduce the facility’s carbon footprint.

• NASA Langley Research Center for implementation of the “revitalization through sustainability” concept for the campus. This initiative included building high-performance green buildings, up-

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• Naval Station Norfolk for results achieved through its broad-based environmental management system. The focuses of this system includes: reducing polluted storm water runoff, reducing waste generation, recycling and diverting solid waste, reducing spills and reducing toxic chemical usage and emissions.

• Virginia Department of Corrections for maximizing the reuse and reclamation of materials through the deconstruction and recycling of the Southampton Correction Center. The project employed an innovative approach to removing an outdated facility and converting the land to farmland.

Award winners were chosen based on criteria including environmental benefit, stakeholder involvement, public outreach, transferability and innovativeness.

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Wasp crew members volunteer at Florida Children’s Hospital

By MC2 (AW/SW) Gretchen Albrecht USS Wasp (LHD 1) Public Affairs

PORT EVERGLADES FLA.

Courtesy photo IT2 Sean Stageberg and ET3 Rudy Picardo joke with a patient celebrating his 12th birthday at Chris Evert Children’s Hospital. Sailors and Marines visited with children throughout the hospital, April 27.

Sailors and a Marines assigned to the amphibious assault ship USS Wasp (LHD 1) visited the Chris Evert Children’s Hospital in Broward County, Fla., April 27, to help lift the spirits of the hospital’s children, parents and staff during Navy Week Port Everglades.

Sailors received a tour of the hospital and saw the resources available to children and parents before going room to room to meet with the children. “This is a very big day for the kids because they would not normally get the opportunity to meet such great role models,� said Ann Fogel, the hospital’s child life coordinator. “It really makes the kids smile, as well as the parents and staff, and the Sailors visiting brings these wonderful, strong children such joy.�

Gunnery Sgt. Earnest ShefďŹ eld felt especially blessed to have the opportunity to give back to the community that is hosting Navy Week. “I love seeing their faces light up and being able to bring some happiness to a unfortunate situation,â€? said ShefďŹ eld. “As military members we have so many opportunities open to us, so being able to give back and help is always a good thing and something we should all do.â€?

Service members walked room to room bringing stickers, photographs and laughter to each child they met. “It was really fun to meet everyone,� said Cindy Alphonso, a 15-year-old patient. “It was a nice surprise and I really liked looking at the pictures of their ship.�

Parents were extremely grateful to Wasp’s crew members for taking the time from their liberty to visit them. “I think you guys are just great,� said Glenn Fidje. “I know this has made my son’s day.�

WASP SAILORS VISIT STUDENTS AT FLORIDA MAGNATE SCHOOL

By MC2 Gretchen M. Albrecht USS Wasp (LHD 1) Public Affairs

PORT EVERGLADES, FLA.

Eleven Sailors and one Marine assigned to the amphibious assault ship USS Wasp (LHD 1) visited Apollo Middle School, April 26, to give students perspective on Navy life during Navy Week Port Everglades.

During the visit, Sailors discussed their mission, beneďŹ ts and their experiences in the naval service with the students, and answered a variety of questions ranging from Wasp’s capabilities to humanitarian missions. “I thought this was a great experience for our students,â€? said Lori

Bruno, an 8th grade reading teacher. “The Sailors really did a great job explaining their jobs to the students and really got them involved and opened their eyes to careers and opportunities they didn’t know a lot about before.�

Apollo Middle School is a Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics (S.T.E.M.) magnate school that integrates practical applications into its curriculum using real life scenarios. “This exposed our students to Sailors in S.T.E.M.-related career ďŹ elds, and opened their eyes to the opportunities that are out there for them,â€? said Winfred Porter, S.T.E.M. mag-

nate coordinator. “It is easy to get off track while in school, so having Sailors come really helps motivate the kids to do better and to have high aspirations and see that what they do now will help them in the future.�

The Sailors who volunteered spoke highly of their experience. “I really wanted to talk to the kids and to hear what they had to say,â€? said Aviation Boatswains Mate (Fuels) Petty OfďŹ cer 3rd Class (AW) John Aguma. “They were actively engaged throughout the presentation and had so many great questions for us. I think it was a big success.â€?

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Electronics Technician Petty OfďŹ cer 3rd Class Rudy Picardo never volunteered at a children’s hospital until today, and for him, the experience was meaningful. “I enjoyed meeting each child and I loved how excited they got when we came in to visit,â€? said Picardo. “It really puts things into perspective when you meet these kids and their families. It really helps me put a face to those of whom I am defending my country and helps solidify the reason I am serving.â€?

After meeting with children, parents and staff, service members were treated to lunch in the hospital dining facility before returning to Wasp, but not before Fogel thanked everyone one last time. “You guys are great and we appreciate you all so much,� she said. “I think these kids are all heroes for going through what they have to go through. It was so nice that these little heroes got to meet real life military heroes today – it was truly a success.�

It is really nice to know that there are people out there protecting us.�

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the chance to speak to students because she had never been exposed to the Navy when she was in middle school and thought it was important to motivate the students while they were young. “I think this really opened their eyes to the opportunities that are out there for them,â€? said Lechnar. “It showed them the importance of their actions and choices now, and it was deďŹ nitely a successful and fun day

for everyone.�

Students like 6th grader Toni-Lee Brown had never met a Sailor before and thoroughly enjoyed the opportunity. “It is really nice to know that there are people out there protecting us,� said Brown. “I really liked hearing their stories about traveling around the world and seeing new things. I think getting to ask questions was my favorite part.�

After going class to class and speaking with students, service members got the opportunity to talk with Shawn Aycock, Apollo Middle School principal, who was grateful. “We truly appreciate everyone for coming out and helping to motivate out students,� said Aycock. “To see how well they responded to you all and how engaged they were shows me how much they enjoyed the time and I think it was great.�

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USS George H.W. Bush receives Adm. Flatley Memorial Award

By MCSN Benjamin Kelly USS George H.W. Bush Public Affairs

NORFOLK

USS George H.W. Bush (CVN 77) and Carrier Air Wing 8 (CVW 8) team was recognized as the recipients of the Adm. Flatley Memorial Award, April 9, a safety award presented to the top aircraft carrier and associated air wing team.

The award is based on the overall safety record, including the number of Class A and Class B mishaps experienced by the ship and air wing, their

exposure to hazards during the year, and a type commander assessment of the ship’s safety program – including an evaluation of Operational Risk Management (ORM) readiness. All major areas have equal weight in determining the final winner.

“A lot of safety is ORMdriven,” said Cmdr. Patrick Honeck, the ship’s safety officer. “Along with ORM, we also monitor 18 different Navy Safety and Occupational Health programs aboard – everything from eye hazards, hearing protection, electrical safety and heat stress, to in-

Courtesy photos Robert J. Bianchi, Navy Exchange Service Command (NEXCOM) Chief Executive Officer hands awards to Manager of the Year award to Bill Mayhue (bottom), and the Outstanding Associate Satisfaction Award to India Austin (top).

Navy Lodge Program announces 2011 award winners

By Kristine M. Sturkie NEXCOM Public

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The Navy Lodge Program announced its 2011 award winners during its annual training symposium, held this year in Norfolk. The awards highlighted outstanding guest service in a variety of different facets of the Navy Lodge.

“Our managers and associates work hard throughout the year to provide outstanding service to each and every guest that stays at a Navy Lodge,” said Michael Bockelman, Vice President and Director, Navy Exchange Service Command (NEXCOM)’s Navy Lodge Program. “It is great to be able to recognize these outstanding Navy Lodges, general managers and associates with these awards.

Congratulations to each for a job well done.”

The Carlson Award is given to a Navy Lodge for its achievements in guest satisfaction, associate experience, commitment to quality and focus on providing outstanding value to the Navy. The Navy Lodge of the Year was awarded to Navy Lodge Lemoore, Calif. The other Carlson Award winners were Navy Lodge Port Hueneme, Calif., for the medium category; and Navy Lodge Monterey, Calif., for the large category.

The Hospitality Award, presented to the Navy Lodges that are rated the highest by guests in a variety of areas of guest service, was given to Navy Lodge Everett, Wash.

Other Hospitality Award winners were Navy Lodge Washington, D.C., for the medium category and Navy Lodge Atsugi, Japan, for the large category.

The Navy Lodge PCS Award was given to Brandon Kala and Michelle Wicker, Navy Lodge Yokosuka, Japan, and Janice Baker, Navy Lodge Gulfport, Miss. This award is presented to the Navy Lodges with the highest increase in PCS room nights sold by percentage and number.

Bill Mayhue, Navy Lodge Norfolk, was named Navy Lodge General Manager of the Year. Navy Lodge Marketer of the Year was Joanna Lipinska-Hunt, Navy Lodge Great Lakes, Ill. The Associate of the Year was awarded to Irene Guerrero, Front Desk Supervisor, Navy Lodge Fort Worth, Texas. Guerrero was chosen for the customer service she provides for her guests that goes above and beyond what is expected of her. She is also the go-to person at the Navy Lodge whenever another associate or guest has a question.

The Outstanding Associate Satisfaction Award, which is presented to the Navy Lodge with the highest Associate Satisfaction Index score, was given to India Austin, Navy Lodge Little Creek-Fort Story.

Finalists for this award were: Navy Lodge Oceana-Dam Neck, Navy Lodge Everett, Wash., Navy Lodge Key West, Fla., and Navy Lodge Port Hueneme, Calif.

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The Naval Safety Center considers every aspect of the yearly safety record from all of its applicants, including the number of days each ship was deployed, the total number of flight hours flown and the total number of arrested landings.

Class A and B mishaps, including serious personal injury or death and larger material property damage.

“This was a team effort,” said Honeck. “The efforts of the strike group, air wing and

ship’s company combined led to us earning the award. To keep the ship and crew safe on deployment we focused on a lot of different areas like the proper use and storage of hazardous materials (HAZMAT) in order to avoid some of the problems experienced by other ships in the past. We made the full set of work-ups and our entire deployment with no Class A or B mishaps.”

Keeping Sailors safe and protecting essential equipment is paramount to properly conducting missions.

MC3 Rachel D. Melchor Aviation Boatswain’s Mate Airman Tyler Snodgrass sands metal along the hangar bay divisional doors aboard the aircraft carrier USS George H.W. Bush (CVN 77).

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Seabees receive training while improving fire station

By MCSN Karen Blankenship Navy Public Affairs Support Element East

CHESAPEAKE

Sailors attached to various Reserve Naval Mobile Construction Battalions (NMCB) in the Hampton Roads area are nearing completion of a project at Naval Support Activity Hampton Roads, Northwest Annex that began May 23, 2011.

The project consists of the construction of a 1,800-square-foot dormitory as an addition to the Kemble Station Fire Department and is also designed to assist in training junior Sailors in various ratings attached to the Seabee career field.

“The Sailors receive onthe-job training to hone their

I enjoy doing this. If I could get a job in the civilian sector, I’d do this.”

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- Builder Seaman Builder 2nd Class Felicia Roddey (below) and Builder Construction Apprentice Blake Purdy work together to measure the interior at Kemble Apprentice Blake Purdy Station Fire Department, located on Naval Support Activity (NSA),Northwest Annex Base, Chesapeake.

skills as well as to learn and perform tasks not related to their primary jobs,” said Chief Builder (SCW) Thomas Tetterton of NMCB 24, project coordinator and officer in charge.

Many reservists have other jobs outside of the fleet not

related to construction and agree the training is beneficial.

“I have learned a little bit of everything,” said Builder 2nd Class Felicia Roddey, who works as a civilian paralegal and has been assigned to the site twice. “I have taken advantage of the skill sets and

learned from every person here.”

Not only does the project serve as training tool for reserve personnel, but also to cross-train them in the other aspects of the Seabee career field, which in total includes seven specialties.

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Seabees is important,” said Builder 1st Class (SCW) John Young. “The plumbers who installed the plumbing also poured the concrete during their time on the project.”

Others agree the rate of Seabee is all encompassing.

“I did plumbing yesterday, electrical work, and today I

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The dormitory will include seven bedrooms and two full bathrooms and is slated to be complete in July.

BATAAN SAILORS EARN CITIZENSHIP Service members able to expedite naturalization process

USCIS has been working with military members for years to expedite their naturalization process.” - Legalman 1st Class Amanda Whaley

By MCSN Hannah Wilhide USS Bataan Public Affairs

NORFOLK

Five Sailors from the multipurpose amphibious assault ship USS Bataan (LHD 5) reached a milestone in their lives when they raised their right hands to become United States citizens during a naturalization ceremony held on the mess decks aboard Bataan, April 17.

Aviation Boatswain’s Mate (Fueling) Airman Wei Wu, a native of China; Machinist’s Mate Fireman (SW) Junmin Jia, a native of China; Electrician’s Mate 3rd Class (SW) Karla Martinez, a native of Ecuador; and Airman Marc-

glenn Orcullo and Airman Edhessar Tungol, both natives of the Philippines, are now United States citizens.

“I’ve been working towards obtaining citizenship for a few months,” said Orcullo. “I wanted to gain citizenship so my family and I could feel stable and know we had a place in America, and I decided that enlisting in the United States Navy would help speed up the process.”

According to the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS), it takes an average of three to five years for a non-servicemember to obtain citizenship.

However, being a service member speeds up the process and even allows Sailors to become U.S. citizens while serving overseas.

Bataan’s Legal Department plays a critical role in getting Sailors naturalized.

Legal helps the Sailors fill out paperwork and properly file their packages to ensure the fastest acceptance so the Sailors can be on their way to becoming U.S. citizens.

“Fortunately, the naturalization process is no longer that difficult for military members,” said Legalman 1st Class Amanda Whaley, primary Legalman aboard.

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MCSN Hannah Wilhide (From Left) Stephanie Reither, United States Department of Homeland Security Immigration Services, issues the oath of citizenship to Bataan Sailors, April 17.

“USCIS has been working with military members for years to expedite their naturalization process.”

The USCIS has its own unit that only handles military packages. The service members’ packages still go through Homeland Security, but are processed mainly by the military.

“I’ve been working toward getting my citizenship since May 2011,” said Martinez.

“Now that I am a United States citizen, I can enjoy all the freedoms and benefits and accomplishing this goal makes me feel like a better person.”

USS Bataan is in homeport Norfolk Naval Station undergoing a maintenance availability.

For more news from USS Bataan, visit www.news.navy. mil/local/lhd5/.

MCSN Hannah Wilhide Reither shakes hands with Electrician’s Mate 3rd Class (SW) Karla Martinez, a native of Ecuador, as Martinez receives her citizenship certificate on the mess decks of USS Bataan (LHD 5, April 17.

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NECC RAISES SEXUAL ASSAULT AWARENESS

By MC1 (SW) Kim Williams

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Commander, Submarine Force Atlantic Public Affairs

Navy Expeditionary Combat Command (NECC) forces are conducting training in support of the Navy’s Sexual Assault Awareness Month (SAAM) campaign throughout the month of April.

All NECC forces are participating in the SAAM campaign by holding training sessions and taking part in events such as Sexual Assault Prevention and Response (SAPR) Awareness, SAPR walks and required General Military Training (GMT).

“With almost two sexual assault reports being made every day, and almost two a month within our forces, you can’t say sexual assault isn’t serious problem,” said NECC Force SAPR Program Manager, Senior Chief Builder Jason K. Holden. “We may not be able to watch our Sailors every day, but by providing education, mentorship and leadership, we can reduce the number of sexual assaults crimes.”

Commands conducted training to educate their Sailors on sexual assault. First Naval Construction Division (1NCD) completed their SAAM training with a visit from Frank Hawkins, Sexual Assault, Abuse and Rape Care representative from Yorktown.

“The training went really well,” said Yeoman 1st Class Nichole Blair, 1NCD SAPR Program Manager.

“I walked away with more knowledge of what is going on, how to intervene when something doesn't look right, what to look out for and how to keep a zero tolerance level.”

According to Holden, SAPR training is extremely important. It teaches Sailors how to identify trends in age groups, gender, races and how to react to certain situations to prevent someone from being sexually assaulted.

“There are many things that can be done to prevent sexual assault, but it’s everyone’s duty to go out there and be the preventative force,” he said.

Sexual assault prevention is an important element of the readiness area of the 21st Century Sailor and Marine initiative, which consolidates a set of objectives and policies, new and existing, to maximize Sailor and Marine personal readiness, build resiliency and hone the most combat-effective force in the history of the Department. The Department of the Navy (DoN) is working aggressively to prevent sexual assaults, to support sexual assault victims and to hold offenders accountable.

By MCSN Heather M. Paape Navy Expeditionary Combat Command Public Affairs

NORFOLK

Sailors attached to Commander, Submarine Force Atlantic (COMSUBLANT) are commemorating Sexual Assault Awareness Month (SAAM) by participating in multiple training sessions and showing symbolic displays of support throughout the month of April.

The second of four mandatory training sessions, held April 23, centered on this year’s theme “Hurts one, Affects all.”

“Our Navy operates on the respect, trust and confidence that we have in one another – that is our asymmetric advantage,” said Vice Adm. John Richardson, Commander, Submarine Forces. “Like the worst virus, the sexual assaulter uses that trust against the victim. In doing so, sexual assaulters not only violate the human dignity of the victim, but corrodes the entire framework of trust we have in one another. We need to do everything we can to support those who are victimized, and attack and end this crime on every level.”

Speakers emphasized the necessity of both the Navy and the submarine community to acknowledge and address the once taboo topic of sexual assault.

“As chaplains we are very focused and concerned about the well being of the Sailor, so I have a special vantage point that allows me to see, unfortunately, how sexual assault, and sometimes the climate culture, hurts people,” said Cmdr. Timothy Oswald, Commander, Submarine Forces Chaplain.

Oswald said that the management of sexual assault falls back on the entire Navy, because when the people we work with on a daily basis are hurting inwardly because of events that have taken place in their lives, the impact is felt throughout the organization.

“We are here not only help [the victims of sexual assault], but to change the culture and the climate and to continue to make it what we all envision it to be,” said Oswald.

The command’s Sexual Assault Prevention and Response (SAPR) Victim Advocates, Drug and Alcohol Programs Advisor

MC1 Kim Williams Sailors and Civilians attached to Commander, Submarine Force Atlantic (COMSUBLANT) participate in Sexual Assault Awareness Month (SAAM) training, April 23.

We are here not only help [the victims of sexual assault], but to change the culture and the climate and to continue to make it what we all envision it to be.”

- Cmdr. Timothy Oswald

online Help raise awareness by joining the conversation on social media using #SAAM.

(DAPA) and Independent Duty Corpsman also facilitated portions of the mandatory training sessions.

“As the command’s DAPA, I have knowledge of the affects of alcohol substance abuse,” said Chief Fire Control Technician Charles Generals. “Because alcohol plays such a big role in sexual assault, I have a big role in today’s training educating the command about being active bystanders and giving them various ways to help prevent sexual assault from happening in the first place.”

According to DoD website Myduty.mil, an active bystander takes the initiative to help someone who may be targeted for a sexual assault by a predator and also takes the initiative to help friends who aren’t thinking clearly from becoming perpetra-

tors of the crime.

Because the DoD holds the entire military responsible for protecting its own, all service members must be educated and accountable when it comes to sexual assault prevention.

“I hope that through today’s training, the small number of people who are actually prone to commit sexual assault get the message loud and clear – ‘do not do this,’” said Oswald. “My larger hope is the entire organization recognizes there is a culturewide intent in getting everyone to realize we all have a role in shaping the way things are done in making people feel safe, trust each other and function safely. I believe that the Navy’s is leading this effort, because I really believe we are proactive in saying this is wrong and we don’t want it to happen in our Navy.”

To further enhance the command’s commitment to increasing sexual assault awareness, COMSUBLANT Sailors and civilians, and other commands throughout Navy Region Mid-Atlantic, participated in “Denim Day,” April 25.

Individuals wore jeans to raise awareness and educate the public about rape and sexual assault.

“At a senior command like COMSUBLANT, we are showing our awareness and importance of sexual assault prevention,” said Lt. Cmdr. Michael Snyder, staff executive officer. “Allowing our military to wear denim for one day is such a symbolic, outward display of our support and involvement in stopping this crime. Our uniform is something that separates us from everybody else, so wearing denim really symbolizes our cohesiveness as a unit and shows how serious we are about making sexual assault a thing of the past.”

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Yeoman Seaman Apprentice Precious Leslie from Commander, Navy Region Mid-Atlantic rakes flower beds as Culinary Specialist 3rd Class Darwin Richard and Culinary Specialist 2nd Class Tahair Wilson collect leaves in front of the Commander, Navy Region Mid-Atlantic building during the Clean the Base and Arbor Day, April 27.

MCC (SW/AW) Christina M. Shaw

Norfolk Sailors celebrate Arbor Day Service members participate in tree planting, clean-up

By MC1 (AW) Tim Comerford The Flagship Staff Writer

NORFOLK

In the words of J. Sterling Morton, the co-founder of Arbor Day, “Each generation takes the Earth as trustees.” If that is correct, then the Sailors from Navy Region Mid-Atlantic (NRMA) and commands around Naval Station Norfolk gathered together to earn that trust, during the Clean the Base and Arbor Day, April 27.

The base clean-up started early in the morning, but those in attendance garnered no complaints ... only compliments.

“In essence, it’s a camaraderie type of thing, to bring us all together to make sure our ‘home’– because that’s what this base is – is nice and clean at all times,” said Religious Programs Specialist 1st Class (SW) Darrel Howell from Chaplains Religious Enrichment Development Operation Mid-Atlantic.

“To me, it shows leadership and is an inspiration in the Navy to do the things that we do,” said Navy Counselor 1st Class (SW/AW) Arneida McDonald from Naval Medical Center Portsmouth.

Gunner’s Mate 1st Class Donald Blevins, who helped organize the Sailors, agreed.

“I think it is important for Sailors to have some sense of ownership and responsibility when it comes to their work environment,” he explained. “Hopefully it correlates to a sense of pride. I know if I clean a sidewalk and see something on it later, I would be more apt to do something

MCC (SW/AW) Christina M. Shaw Navy Counselor 1st Class Arneida Mcdonald from Commander, Navy Region Mid-Atlantic rakes leaves as Quartermaster 3rd Class Tim Renn collect them, April 27.

about it, because I cleaned it in the first place.”

The regional Command Master Chief sees it as Sailors showing civilians that their tax money is well spent.

“The installations reflect what we are as a Navy. We want to provide a place for both our military and our civilians to come to that is clean and safe,” said Command Master Chief Mike Fuston, CNRMA’s regional command master chief. “When someone passes by and sees trash, or things not working properly, it resonates in them and it effects how they feel about the Navy.”

Everyone involved felt the turnout was excellent.

“It was great to see the turnout from both junior and senior leaders,” said Howell.

“The Sailors did an excellent job, and did the work in a timely manner,” said

Blevins.

The NRMA Sailors also took time to recognize National Arbor Day with a tree planting.

J. Sterling Morton, a pioneer of Nebraska and a huge advocate of agriculture, first proposed a tree-planting holiday called Arbor Day in 1872. The holiday then became celebrated in schools nationwide in 1882, and was made a state holiday in Nebraska in 1885.

Today, the most common date for a state observance is the last Friday in April, and several U.S. presidents have proclaimed a national Arbor Day on that date, but a number of state Arbor Days are at other times to coincide with the best tree planting weather, from January and February in the South to May in the far North.

In honor of the day, a Sailor donated the Virginia State tree and flower – a dogwood – to be planted on the Navy Region

MC2 Melissa D. Redinger Gunner’s Mate 3rd Class Brandon Bailey, Commander, Navy Region Mid-Atlantic (CNRMA) Ceremonial Honor Guard; Quartermaster 3rd Class Rapheal Acosta, CNRMA Regional Operations Center; and Navy Counselor 1st Class Arneida McDonald, Naval Medical Center Portsmouth Career Counselor Office plant a Dogwood tree for Arbor Day.

Mid-Atlantic headquarter grounds.

The Navy Mid-Atlantic region is no stranger to the Arbor Day Foundation. The foundation has named eight of the Naval facilities in the region as Tree City USA members, with more than 75 collective years. To qualify as a Tree City USA community, a town or city must meet four standards established by The Arbor Day Foundation and the National Association of State Foresters to ensure that every qualifying community would have a viable tree management plan and program.

Navy Counselor 1st Class Arneida Mcdonald, one of the Sailors that helped plant the tree, sees the tree as a symbol of the Sailor.

“As the tree grows up, it spreads out and that’s what we do – spread out our knowledge to junior and senior Sailors,” she said.

Howell sees it as a testament to the Navy’s stewardship.

“It’s a way to take care of our environment and help give back,” he said.

It was great to see the turnout from both junior and senior leaders.”

- Religious Programs Specialist 1st Class (SW) Darrel Howell

helpingout Above: Lt. Cmdr. Lawrence McLin, Officer-in-Charge at Naval Support Activity Hampton Roads (NSA HR), Northwest Annex, helps Child Development Center attendee Perry Bessant place the soil around the tree during their Arbor Day Celebration.

Right: Linda Hicks, Environmental Program Director, Public Works Department at NSA HR, helps children from the NSA HR Child Development Center plant the tree during their Arbor Day Celebration.

Photos by Katisha Draughn

MC2 Melissa D. Redinger Religious Program Specialist 1st Class Darrel Howell (SW), Chaplains Religious Enrichment Development Operation Mid-Atlantic, pours water on the just-planted tree.

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Yorktown Sailors, Cub Scouts plant trees to commemorate Earth Day

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hundred forty-seven thousand of those children have a parent who is currently deployed and, on average, military children attend six to nine different schools throughout their school careers.

Adm. James A. Winnefeld, Vice Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff, also spoke at the event on the importance of supporting military children and their families.

“We all know the unique challenges and stresses associated with being a military child,” said Winnefeld.

“This team effort between the Department of Defense and Old Dominion University’s (ODU) and our schools … to recognize these needs will ensure the long term success of our military children.”

As part of the Joining Forces campaign, ODU’s Center for Education Partnership in Norfolk partnered with Newport News Public Schools to start a program called Teaching Education and Awareness for Military-Connected Students (TEAMS). TEAMS received a $2.5 million grant last year from the Department of Defense Education Activity Partnership Grant Program.

According to ODU’s Office of University Relations, TEAMS hopes to create a learning environment that will meet the academic, social and emotional needs of military children in two local middle schools and five elementary schools, including Lee Hall.

“Nowhere is this work more important than in Virginia, which educates more than 70,000 military children,” said Biden. “Virginia has stepped up and shown its commitment to making life easier for highly mobile military kids.”

As the ceremony concluded, Biden expressed her gratitude for the support military families have received.

“We’ve been so inspired by the many ways Americans all across this country are taking action to honor, celebrate and support our military families,” said Biden.

Naval Weapons Station Yorktown

YORKTOWN

Sailors from Naval Weapon Station (WPNSTA) Yorktown and Cub Scouts from Pack 242 joined forces to celebrate Earth Day 2012, April 21, by planting more than 125 tree seedlings.

The trees, donated by the Virginia Department of Forestry, were planted at WPNSTA Yorktown-Cheatham Annex (CAX) at-and-around the installation’s Outdoor Recreation facility. The event was put together by WPNSTA Yorktown Morale, Welfare and Recreation (MWR) Department.

“Planting trees is an outstanding way for Naval Weapons Station Yorktown to continue their dedication to community and environmental stewardship,” said Rhonda Mickelborough, WPNSTA Yorktown Environmental. “Trees offer many environmental benefits from air quality to wildlife habitat. Trees provide food, protection and homes for many birds and mammals.”

The scouts took away a feeling of a job ‘well done’ and the knowledge that we left a place better than we found it,” - John Wojtas, Cubmaster for Pack 242

“Trees improve our air quality by filtering harmful dust and pollutants.

In addition, trees reduce the amount of storm water runoff, reducing erosion and pollution in our waterways and may reduce the effects of flooding,” she concluded.

Cub Scout Pack 242 from Our Lady of Mount Carmel Church in Newport News was contacted by Ray Brake, MWR Outdoor Recreation Manager, to participate in the tree planting during their upcoming

Zachary Piggott ITSN Alex Leibowitz from Naval Weapons Station (WPNSTA) Yorktown helps Cub Scouts from Pack 242 plant tree seedlings around the Outdoor Recreation facility onboard WPNSTA Yorktown-Cheatham Annex, April 21.

camp-out at CAX. The Scouts were eager to earn credit towards their Cub Scout World Conservation Award, one of the requirements being a participant in a pack conservation project.

“The Scouts took away a feeling of a job ‘well done’ and the knowledge that we left a place better than we found it,” said John Wojtas, Cubmaster for Pack 242. “One of the principles we try to instill in the boys is, any space or location we use, we always try to leave it better than we found it.”

For the Sailors, this was a chance to show leadership to our future generation as well as give back to the community and the environment.

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“The Cub Scouts are a great organization,” said Electrician’s Mate 2nd Class Jennifer Holmes, Assistant to the Command Master Chief, WPNSTA Yorktown. “It’s great to be able to give back to the community and the installation that supports us.”

“The Cub Scouts and the adults had a great time working with the Sailors and listening to them talk about themselves and their jobs in the Navy,” Wojtas added.

After about an hour of hard work and dedication, the trees were planted all across WPNSTA YorktownCAX, adding to the beauty of the largest and best outdoor recreation facility for military families on the East Coast.

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Throughout the course of the day, Joy Cooper, Mayor of Ha-

landale Beach, made multiple visits to assist with the repair work as well as to thank the Sailors for all the work they contributed to repairing the houses.

“I am extremely honored to have these Sailors here donating their time and service to our community,” said Cooper. “On behalf of the city and the community, I would like to thank every single one of our service members for the work they did here.”

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The commemoration of the Bicentennial of the War of 1812 is a salute to all Sailors and Marines who fought gallantly in that conflict, who have served in our nations’ conflicts since and who are defending freedom around the world today.

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USS ELROD RECOVERS 4,840 POUNDS OF DRUGS IN CARIBBEAN Sailors, Coast Guard recover 89 bales of cocaine worth $362 mil Press Release U.S. Fourth Fleet Public Affairs

Guided missile frigate USS Elrod (FFG 55), with an embarked U.S. Coast Guard Law Enforcement Detachment (LEDET), recovered 89 bales of cocaine in support of Operation Martillo on April 20 in the Western Caribbean Sea. An SH-60B Sea Hawk assigned to Helicopter Anti-Submarine Squadron Light (HSL) 60 Det. 3, embarked aboard Elrod responded after receiving a transmission from a P-3 operated by U.S. Customs Border Protection.

Elrod joined in pursuit, along with authorities from Panama, as two 40foot twin-engine vessels tried to evade authorities in the waters of the Western Caribbean, resulting in the drugs being subsequently jettisoned into the sea.

The Navy-Coast Guard response team recovered 89 bales of cocaine, weighing 4,840 pounds, with an estimated value of more than $362 million.

“I am very proud of the teamwork and collaborative effort between the ship, our air detachment and our USCG Law Enforcement Detachment,” said Cmdr. Jack Killman, Commanding Officer, USS Elrod. “Our mission is clear – to disrupt illicit trafficking that jeopardizes the safety in the region and ultimately our own national security.”

This seizure is in addition to the 1,000 lbs. recovered by Elrod on March 22.

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Spc. Andy Barrera U.S Navy and Coast Guard personnel assigned to the USS Elrod (FFG-55) pick up bales of narcotics, April 21, during recovery operations in the Caribbean Sea.

Independence concludes first foreign port visit Press Release

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The littoral combat ship USS Independence (LCS 2) departed Manzanillo, Mexico, April 28, concluding the ship’s first foreign port visit since its commissioning.

Independence and embarked Mine Countermeasures Detachment One Sailors visited

■ the ship Independence’s Gold Crew and embarked Mine Countermeasures Detachment 1 are underway for the ship’s Mexico while on the ship’s maiden voyage to its homeport maiden voyage to its homeport of San Diego, Calif. of San Diego, Calif., marking the first foreign port visit by any Independence-class ship. and a day-trip to Guadalajara.

While in port, Independence “I think we picked a great Sailors volunteered at a com- place to come as our first formunity service project at a local eign port visit,” said Engineorphanage and participated in man 1st Class John Bemis. “I various Morale, Welfare and enjoyed the food, friendliness Recreation tours, including scuba diving, a rain forest hike » see PORT VISIT | B7

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Sailors from the USS Wasp (LHD 1) show off their catches of the day during a “Take a Hero Fishing” tournament.

More than 75 Sailors, Marines and Coast Guardsmen participated in the 4th annual “Take a Hero Fishing” tournament, April 27, during Fleet Week Port Everglades 2012.

Local anglers donated their time and boats, to show their appreciation for the visiting service members.

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Navy SEALs from multiple commands and Sailors from the Navy Recruiting Command attended the 77th annual National Football League Draft, April 26 - 28, at the Radio City Music Hall in New York City as part of a community outreach program.

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Michelle Galvez and her children pose for a photo on their trip to Machu Picchu, Peru.

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Military Moments: Family traveling can be an adventure, challenge

By Michelle Galvez Military Spouse Contributor

As I write this month’s column, my three children are reading, playing video games, and watching the sun set over the left wing at 36,000 feet. We’re flying to South America for Spring Break on our latest adventure.

Traveling with children is always an adventure, but with the other parent often away on military business, it can be a bit of a challenge too. The kids and I have taken cross-country road trips, spent vacations in beach houses, flown to Disney World and gone on ski trips without my husband, but this is the first time we’ve ventured to another continent solo.

Thankfully, the reality of three kids, four suitcases, four backpacks, six flights, two trains and several buses didn’t truly set in until the night before our departure, or I might have chickened out this time.

I’ve been avoiding that reality by channeling my inner Girl Scout and having preparation tunnel vision. For months I’ve been packing, reserving, researching and saving for our trip to Machu Picchu, Peru.

We even took advantage of the travel clinic at Naval Medical Center Portsmouth, a free ser-

vice for TRICARE beneficiaries, where we got a comprehensive brief on how to stay healthy where we’re going. We got pills to combat the effects of the high altitude and antibiotics if the traveler’s stomach bug attacked. Our shot records were checked and we bared our upper arms for the necessary vaccinations. My kids began to realize there would be a bit more to this particular trip than Mickey Mouse.

The last few days of school the children have been wearing the dregs of their drawers because most of their wardrobe was already packed. I even bought the kids new underwear rather than extract something from the suitcases and have to do last minute laundry and repacking.

I also managed to remember the passports this time. Last summer we went to upstate New York and had gotten passports especially for a foray into Canada, but about 8 hours into the road trip I realized I had forgotten them in Virginia Beach. Thankfully my dog-sitting military spouse neighbor found and Fedex’d our passports so the trip could continue as planned.

I was briefing the kids at dinner the other night, running through the various steps of our journey, when my teenager rolled her

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eyes and asked me if I even listen to myself when I talk. Apparently I had made it sound like a carefully executed military evolution as opposed to family fun. But in this career military family, the two seem eerily similar sometimes.

In the meantime, each child has their own snacks, blanket, neck pillow, busy work, we’re practicing our Spanish and the drinks cart is coming through the cabin. ¡Buen viaje!

Michelle Galvez is a Navy spouse, mother, graduate student and government contractor who writes in her spare time. Email her your travel tips at michellegalvez@hotmail.com.

DODEA DIRECTOR ADDRESSES ISSUES ON SCHOOL TALK WITH MARILEE FITZGERALD Press Release DoDEA Public Affairs

On May 1, the Department of Defense Education Activity (DoDEA) launched a new program, titled “School Talk with Marilee Fitzgerald.”

The monthly program will be broadcasted on BlogTalkRadio. com and will allow the director the ability to host a live talk radio show online anywhere simply by using a telephone and a computer.

Today, BlogTalkRadio is the largest and fastest growing online talk radio network.

It reaches tens of thousands of hosts and millions of listeners tuning in and joining the conversation each month. Many businesses and government agencies (including DoD) also

utilize the platform as a tool to extend their brands and better communicate with the people that are most important to their business or service.

On each edition of School

Talk with Marilee Fitzgerald, the DoDEA director will address issues that matter most to parents and students in DoDEA’s network of schools.

On the first program, Fitzger-

ald introduces DoDEA’s new show and shares some observations, priorities and points of celebration for the system; addresses how parents, students and teachers can become involved in the discussion; and talks to the 2012 DoDEA teacher of the Year, Angela Wilson.

Visit www.blogtalkradio.com/ dodea for more details. “Like” DoDEA on Facebook by visiting www.facebook.com/blogtalkradio.official, or follow DoDEA on Twitter at http://twitter. com/#!/BlogTalkRadio.

Also visit the DoDEA blog online at http://blog.blogtalkradio.com.

To speak with the host of the show, call (347) 884-8340.

Callers overseas can use Skype to call in from their computers as well.

For the past 12 years, life with my husband could be summed up by two words: “Hello” and “Goodbye.” It has been a crazy world of him coming home and then packing up and heading out. That is the life we lead as military spouses.

We knew that’s what it would be like.

Before I got married, everyone told me how difficult it would be to not have him home all of the time. They would ask if I wanted a life like this. I used to tell them I would rather have someone come home once in a while that I am crazy about than someone come home every night that just makes me say, “Ehhh.”

What no one warned me about is the time in his career when he would not be traveling so much. It’s a new job and one he has to do and will do well. However, now the guy that I am crazy about comes home every night, and while I love him dearly, now he can sometimes just drive me crazy. Hey, I can admit it. It is not easy to just make that switch from plain missing each other to being around each other all the time. Thank goodness I know that is a totally normal feeling to have.

I also know if there came a time when it was just too much and too foreign for us, there is a place to go for help.

The Fleet and Family Support Centers (FFSC) of Hampton Roads are such an incredible resource that not enough people take advantage of. The programs they have for families and children to assist in the tougher times. Transitional times are not easy. You have the coming home from deployment transition. The pre-deployment transition is one that could be rough. Let’s not forget about the transition to retirement. We aren’t there just yet, and we aren’t ready for i,t but I am glad to know help is there.

The FFSC puts out a bulletin highlighting their programs. It is called Signal and I encourage you to pick one up. You can even find them online. Just scanning through the April, May, June release can make you feel like a weight has been lifted. Here are the categories of offerings; Deployment Support, Command Support, Counseling Support, Military Life Skills, Financial Management, Relocation Assistance, and Family Employment/ Transition Assistance.

Seriously, they have something for everyone. How did I never know about their ToddlerTime program? Could’ve sure used the help with potty training mine!

You could even get some strategy training on buying a car! Seriously! The personal challenge for me and my husband of being around each other all the time is definitely gonna be met with the assistance of the Building Healthy Relationships program. Instead of operating so much as individuals, which has been necessary in the past, we are going to get the knowledge of how to act as a team. Hey, I have been waiting for time with him like this for a long time. I am going to make it as stress and drama free as I can.

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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ECRC sponsors recruit division â– sponsorship Expeditionary Combat Readiness Center (ECRC) sponsored recruit division VIRGINIA BEACH Expeditionary Combat 921 as a part of the recruit Readiness Center (ECRC), division sponsorship Joint Expeditionary Base-Lit- program. tle Creek sponsored its ďŹ rst recruit division this month Sailors from the sponsored at Recruit Training Center Recruit Division 921 are (RTC) Great Lakes, Ill., as continuing their Naval a part of the recruit division training at various schools sponsorship program. across the nation and soon Division 921 is a state will be joining their fellow ag-triple threat division, predominantly made up of Sailors in the fleet.

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future Navy musicians and is the ďŹ rst division ECRC has sponsored since standing up in 2006. State ag-triple threat divisions are performing divisions made up of state ags, drill team and marching bands.

ECRC’s sponsorship began once Division 921 was presented the ECRC command pennant by Master Chief Operations Specialist Tarrance Holcombe during the division’s commissioning.

Holcombe and several ECRC Sailors traveled to Recruit Training Command (RTC), Great Lakes during the division’s nine weeks of basic

training. “We jumped at the opportunity for them to carry the “Nauta Primoris,� Sailors First, pennant of ECRC,� said Holcombe. “It provided us an opportunity to interact with the future of our Navy.

We provided true eet perspectives for the recruits by allowing our Sailors to visit, and share in their experiences, while supporting them as they endured a totally new experience.�

During the sponsorship, ECRC Sailors provided the recruits with guidance, plus

Recruits of division 921 receive words of encouragement from Command Master Chief Steve Timmons of Expeditionary Combat Readiness Center (ECRC) during the division’s pizza night before graduating from boot camp at Recruit Training Command (RTC).

Photos by MC2 Shannon D. Barnwell Recruits of division 921 enthusiastically share their division’s motivational chant with Expeditionary Combat Readiness Center (ECRC) Sailors during the division’s pizza night before graduating from boot camp a Recruit Training Command (RTC).

motivation as they observed their swim qualiďŹ cations, ďŹ nal Physical Fitness Assessment (PFA) and preparation for the Captain’s Cup event. The morning following battlestations, ECRC Sailors were able to attend a Capping Ceremony for the recruits and take part in a Naturalization Ceremony.

The ďŹ nal night the recruits were joined by Capt. Eric Jabs, ECRC’s commanding ofďŹ cer and reviewing ofďŹ cer for the graduating division, as well as ECRC’s Command Master Chief Steven Timmons on the ďŹ nal night for a Pride Run and pizza night before graduation the following day. “I was very proud to have our pennant ying from their guidon,â€? said Jabs “But also to see how extensive our training is and how good battlestations are now, it’s so realistic.

It really changed my perspective on how we as a Navy prepare our new recruits.� “The enthusiasm for the families of all 550 recruits, to

Recruits of division 921, state ags, performed during their Pass-In-Review (PIR) ceremony at Recruit Training Command (RTC).

be a part of the world’s ďŹ nest Navy was very refreshing.â€?

Recruit Division 921 Sailors said the sponsorship inspired and motivated them during their time in “boot camp.� “ECRC made my experience at boot camp a good one.

I loved how every time they came they were so motivated, it made my division more motivated,� said Seaman Ashley Timmons. “I learned the responsibilities of a Sailor, to be a stronger and better leader, as well as how to handle stressful situations. What I took out of

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Sailors from the sponsored Recruit Division 921 are continuing their Naval training at various schools across the nation and soon will be joining their fellow Sailors in the eet.

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Team Navy/ Coast Guard kick off 2012 Warrior Games training week

By MC1 Katherine Hofman Chief of Naval Personnel Public Affairs

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The Team Navy/Coast Guard warrior athletes competing in the 2012 Warrior Games began a week of precompetition training in Colorado Springs, Colo., utilizing training facilities at the U.S. Air Force Academy, Peterson Air Force Base and other local venues, April 24.

The one-week training camp will help the athletes acclimate to the 7,000-foot altitude and team build, both essentials when competing for gold against more than 200 service member athletes from the Army, Marine Corps, Air Force, Special Operations Command, and the United Kingdom.

Navy Safe Harbor care manager Lt. Branden Marty said there are difficulties the athletes have during the training camp.

“They are tired having come off flights and just getting used to being here. The first day is tough – they are tired. The rust was falling off,” he said.

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It was Hospital Corpsman 3rd Class Redmond Ramos’ first experience in a competitive setting.

“Today was the first time we got to work with our relay partners,” he said. “Most of us have not really done a relay before, let alone with each other, and on a full scale. We are training where we will be doing our competition. We finally know what it will be like.”

Culinary Specialist Seaman Judi Boyce appreciated the organization and time that was taken into putting together the practice schedule.

“I like the idea that you only have three events per day to practice, so you feel like you are doing more with your time. I’m finally going

MC1 Andre McIntyre Members of Team Navy/Coast Guard huddle as they plan a strategy against the U.S. Air Force in a preliminary wheelchair basketball game at the 2nd annual Warrior Games at the Olympic Training Center.

to bring home a medal,” she said.

The positive influence on the athletes’ performance and attitude during training camp is seen by the coaches and Navy Safe Harbor staff.

“It’s tune-up and sharpening-up time. We had a good start today,” said Teri Jordan, Team Navy/Coast Guard track and field coach. “The guys and gals came in fit and worked hard.”

Lenora Weatherford, Navy Safe Harbor operational support officer, enjoyed watching the athletes come together as a support team for each other.

“I can see how they have gelled as a family. They are coping with things that come up. When one of them needs help, they step in to help each other and give positive rein-

forcement,” said Weatherford.

“It’s like the old saying, ‘I got your back.’”

Team Navy/Coast Guard coaches and staff all have focused their attention toward giving the athletes of the 2012 Warrior Games a chance to showcase their abilities.

In her first year of Warrior Game competition, Gunner’s Mate 1st Class Jeannette Tarqueno appreciated the chance to participate.

“I love sports and have always been sort of an athlete, so to have an opportunity to actually compete in the [Warrior] Games is great,” she said.

The 3rd annual Warrior Games are scheduled, May 1 - 5, utilizing training facilities located at the U.S. Air Force Academy and the U.S. Olympic Training Center. The

When one of them needs help, they step in to help each other and give positive reinforcement.”

- Lenora Weatherford, Navy Safe Harbor operational support officer

Warrior Games is a paralympic-style event where seriously wounded, ill and injured service members from the U.S. Army, Navy, Air Force, Marine Corps, and Coast Guard compete in archery, cycling, basketball, shooting, swimming, track and field and volleyball during the weeklong games.

The 35 warrior athletes of Team Navy/Coast Guard are sponsored by Navy Safe Harbor, the Navy and Coast

Guard’s Wounded Warrior support program, a key component of the Department of the Navy’s 21st Century Sailor and Marine initiative.

The 21st Century Sailor and Marine initiative consolidates a set of objectives and policies, new and existing, to maximize Sailor and Marine personal readiness, build resiliency and hone the most combat-effective force in the history of the Department of the Navy.

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Honoring the Anzio veterans

By Ens. Chris Collins USS MAHAN (DDG 72) Public Affairs

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Above: Clyde E. Easter (second from left), president of the Anzio Beachhead Veterans of 1944 WWII, stands with the members of the group after their tour aboard USS Mahan (DDG 72). This year marks the 68th Anniversary of the storming of the beach at Anzio, Italy.

Right: Cmdr. Zoah Scheneman, Executive Officer, USS Mahan shakes the hands of members of the Anzio Beachhead Veterans of 1944 WWII before piping them ashore.

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Aboard guided-missile destroyer USS Mahan (DDG 72), crew members welcomed the Anzio Beachhead Veterans and their families, commemorating the anniversary of the World War II storming of Anzio Beach in Italy, 68 years ago.

On Jan. 22, 1944, the beaches of Anzio, Italy were assaulted by 40,000 Soldiers, over 5,000 vehicles and more than 250 U.S. Navy vessels, leading into a battle that waged for almost five months.

“I served in the Army from 1941 to 1945 as a .50-caliber machine gunner, 32 months of those years were spent overseas,” explained Bryant Huffman. “My wife and I still travel to Italy every year, but we always avoid the Anzio area.”

Twenty-five veterans and their families visited Mahan, where they were given a tour of the missile decks and foc’sle, the 5 inch gun, and the main decks spaces, such as Central Command Station, the Mess Decks and Combat Information Center.

Lt. Col. John Ray (ret.), who enlisted on July 5, 1942, spent his Anzio days as an enlisted Soldier, but received a Reserve Officers' Training Corps (ROTC) commission following the war. He went on to spend 24 years in the Army,

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My wife and I still travel to Italy every year, but we always avoid the Anzio area.”

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retiring before the Vietnam conflict began.

“I finally left in 1966 as a lieutenant colonel,” said Ray, “but I was proud to be a grunt in the 34th Infantry, 2nd Division during the war.”

Morris Snyder talked about his experiences during the war – he spent five campaigns fighting in Africa and Europe, where he was wounded on three separate occasions. His third wound resulted in his capture by the German Army.

He spent 228 days in a POW camp, where he served as the Barracks Chief and Medical Examiner, despite having no medical experience.

After returning home and being offered a commission, he resigned his duties in the military after just two and a half years of service, where he went on to a 40-year career in the steel industry. He was awarded three Silver Stars and most recently the French Legion of Honor, the highest award the French government can bestow.

Snyder is more proud of raising a family than the awards, saying, “I’ve got a bunch of shiny stuff they gave me.”

The veterans spoke of their excitement being able to visit a warship and learn something new.

Mahan Sailors spoke with the veterans, heard their stories and said they were reminded of the many reasons they chose to fight for their country.

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Lt. Ryan T. Mattson, instructor pilot assigned to Electronic Attack Squadron (VAQ) 129, and his father Capt. Stephen D. Mattson, Senior Regional Flight Surgeon for Commander, Electronic Attack Wing, U.S. Pacific Fleet, both assigned to Naval Air Station Whidbey Island, prepare to taxi the flight line during a scheduled flight on a EA-18G Growler for their naval aviation flight qualifications.

Photos by MC2 Nardel Gervacio

Father, son take flight together at NAS Whidbey Island

By MC2 Nardel Gervacio Navy Public Affairs Support Element West, Det. Whidbey Island

OAK HARBOR, WASH.

Keeping naval aviation flight qualifications up-todate gave a father and son a rare opportunity to fly together in an EA-18G Growler, April 20.

Capt. Stephen D. Mattson, senior regional flight surgeon, Commander, Electronic Attack Wing, U.S. Pacific Fleet and his son Lt. Ryan T. Mattson, an instructor pilot assigned to Electronic Attack Squadron (VAQ) 129 – both stationed at Naval Air Station Whidbey Island – got the opportunity.

The two-hour flight was the first time father and son have flown together.

“This is a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to fly with my son,” said Mattson. “This is extremely rare in naval aviation.”

This is a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to fly with my son. ” - Capt. Stephen D. Mattson

Capt. Mattson said as a flight surgeon a “minimum of four-hours of flight time a month is required.”

His pilot son, who is also required to have his carrier qualifications up-to-date, said, “Periodically, you have to get currency requirements met for training purposes, so today will be my currency for low altitude tactical training.”

“Today I got a rare opportunity to get my last farewell flight with the squadron and made more unique by the fact that I’ll be able to fly with my father in the back seat,” said

Lt. Ryan T. Mattson, instructor pilot assigned to Electronic Attack Squadron (VAQ) 129, talks with his father Capt. Stephen D. Mattson, Senior Regional Flight Surgeon for Commander, Electronic Attack Wing, U.S. Pacific Fleet, as they complete flight qualifications at Naval Air Station Whidbey Island.

Mattson. “We’ll be able to go out today and do a low-level training hop, followed by a fuel carrier landing practice, resetting my currency clock

before going out on deployment tomorrow to meet Air Wing Two on deployment.”

For Capt. Mattson, whose naval career is coming to an

end at 32 years, said the Navy has given him a lot of responsibilities and opportunities and said “this flight tops it off.”

“I never thought I would get a chance to do anything like this, I appreciate the ability to do this,” said Lt. Mattson. “The leadership up and down the flight line has been great in that area, so we really appreciate that. I always wanted to do this – my father was the one who inspired me in the beginning to make the Navy a career.”

The flight included a fly over the Cascades, a low-level training route that took them through central Washington; completing the flight at the air station with field carrier landing practice (FCLP).

Upon landing at the air station, family members along with fellow aviators greeted the two after completing their flight operations qualifications.

“The flight was amazing, it’s bittersweet moment for me, sweet in a sense that I got to fly with my son which is a once-in-a-lifetime for most people, and bitter that I have to say goodbye to him on the same note,” said Capt. Mattson.

As a long standing tradition, after completion of their final flight, aircrew members are met and hosed down with water by their squadron comrades, family and friends.

“I can tell you that flying today, the training command did an amazing job at training these guys,” said Capt.

Mattson. “Putting them in harm’s way, but I can tell you that, it was just amazing watching him go through the motion. And being his father made it more special, a proud moment for me and a fitting ending in a long career in the Navy. It’s hard to put into words – I can’t imagine an ending better than this.”

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Culinary specialists prepare food during the 2012 Fleet Week Port Everglades Galley Wars.

Adm. John C. Harvey, Jr., Commander of U.S. Fleet Forces Command delivers remarks during the opening ceremony of the 2012 Fleet Week Port Everglades Galley Wars.

Photos by MC2 Greg Johnson Culinary Specialist 3rd Class Frederic Gilmore garnishes a dish during the 2012 Fleet Week Port Everglades Galley Wars, featuring teams of culinary specialists from each of the ships in Fleet Week.

Culinary specialists go to battlestations in Port Everglades Fleet Week Galley Wars

By MC2 (SW) Greg Johnson Commander, Navy Region Southeast Public Affairs

FORT LAUDERDALE, FLA.

More than 30 culinary specialists assigned to ships participating in Fleet Week Port Everglades 2012 competed in Galley Wars, April 28, at Hugh’s Culinary in Oakland Park, Fla. The event was designed to test the kitchen skills of participants and recognize their superior talents in the field of culinary arts through a fast-paced cooking competition, an event Hugh’s Culinary owner and event organizer Hugh McCauley said is intended to bring the military and civilian communities closer together.

“Our main goal is to promote some camaraderie between the military and the community,” he said.

“We all enjoy the opportunity to interact with each other and mingle and this event is a great way to do that.”

The competition featured one team from each ship, including:

the multi-purpose amphibious assault Ship USS Wasp (LHD 1); the Ticonderoga-class guided-missile destroyers USS San Jacinto (CG 56) and USS Gettysburg (CG 64); the Oliver Hazard Perry-class frigate USS DeWert (FFG 45); the U.S. Coast Guard cutter Bernard C. Webber; and the Los Angeles-class fast-attack submarine USS Dallas (SSN 700). Each team had one hour to prepare two identical platters composed of several courses with at least one of those dishes including the secret ingredient – swordfish.

“It’s one of those things you can’t really prepare for,” said Culinary Specialist 2nd Class Curtis Pacheco of Wasp. “You don’t really know what you’ll be working with until you get there. It was the first time I had done something like this and it was really fun. There was definitely a lot of competitiveness in the kitchen between the ships.”

“Every participant from the ship has to bring their A-game to succeed here,” said McCauley. “It’s

always a challenge, but they always bring their individual expertise and pull together a team effort to overcome a difficult environment.”

Once the dishes were plated, they were judged by five celebrity judges. This year’s Judges Choice Award winner was USS Dallas and the Audience Favorite Award winner was U.S. Coast Guard cutter Bernard C. Webber.

However, winning and losing were not the most important aspect of the event, said Culinary Specialist 2nd Class (SS) Josue Ramirez, a culinary specialist assigned to Dallas.

“They all had great attitudes and teamwork,” he said. “They were really some of the best cooks in the Navy and it was a great experience to compete against them and learn from each other.”

According to McCauley, the competition was fierce and it was extremely difficult to choose a winner.

“All the teams were really close and they all did a great job at using their experience. Every one of them

They were really some of the best cooks in the Navy and it was a great experience to compete against them and learn from each other.” - Culinary Specialist 2nd Class (SS) Josue Ramirez did a superb job with the secret ingredient and every team put forth a tremendous effort,” he said. “All of them should be proud.”

The Navy’s more than 7,000 culinary specialists (CS), deployed around the globe, feed on average more than 92 million wholesome and nutritious meals per year, ensuring the Navy’s fighting forces operate at peak performance and are ready to respond to threats worldwide. Navy commanding officers agree that nothing impacts Sailors on a day-to-day basis more than the food CS’s prepare for them – they believe these top quality meals contribute directly to Sailor quality of life and morale. Today’s CS’s have greater culinary instruc-

tion than ever before. With even more advanced training on the way.

Sailors, both afloat and ashore, can look forward to even healthier and better-tasting meals in the near future.

Four U.S. Navy ships, a submarine and a U.S. Coast Guard cutter are participating in Fleet Week Port Everglades 2012, an event designed to showcase the investment Americans have made in their Navy and increase awareness in cities that do not have a significant Navy presence.

For more information on Fleet Week Port Everglades 2012, visit the Navy Region Southeast Public Affairs Center’s Navy NewsStand page at www.navy.mil/local/nrse.

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FLAGSHIPNEWS.COM | MAY 3, 2012 | THE FLAGSHIP | B7 Chief Mineman Paul Bowling, from Hyden, Ky., assigned Mine Countermeasures Detachment 1, embarked aboard the littoral combat ship USS Independence (LCS 2), catches a heaving line from a tugboat as the ship prepares to get underway from Manzanillo, Mexico.

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| Hosted Manzanillo dignitaries said Cmdr. Gerald Olin, Commanding Officer of the ship’s Gold Crew. “We appreciated the city’s hospitality and enjoyed the opportunity to share this one-of-a-kind ship with members of the Mexican Navy.”

Independence departs Manzanillo to complete its journey to the ship’s homeport of San Diego, Calif., where it will

arrive later this week.

“This was a great opportunity for the crew to enjoy some time off after close to five months on-hull,” said Cmdr. David Back, Executive Officer of Independence’s Gold Crew. “Everyone got a chance to recharge, and now we’re ready to continue the transit and bring our Sailors home to San Diego.”

and return to the pier to have their catch weighed. The top three heaviest fish won, with the winners receiving a t-shirt.

“Full of Fish” Captain Bruce Evangelista echoed Tomczyk’s sentiments, saying his appreciation for the job service members do on a daily basis has earned his respect.

“I have no problem taking the day off and showing them a great time catching some fish out on the water,” he said. “It’s some way I can give thanks to the troops for the work they do each and every day.”

While numerous recreational activities are being planned during the week-long Fleet Week Port Everglades festivities, the “Take a Hero Fishing Tournament,” hosted by 20 local fishermen, proved a sig-

nificant attraction, one which USS Dallas Sailor Machinist Mate Fireman Robby Cook said seemed heartfelt.

“The atmosphere is great – it’s really relaxed, there’s no pressure, there’s no strain on anything, and for these guys to spend their hard earned money and take the time out of their day to allow us to go with them, well that’s an honor and privilege for us,” he said.

Four U.S. Navy ships, a submarine and a U.S. Coast Guard cutter are participating in Fleet Week Port Everglades 2012, an event designed to showcase the investment Americans have made in their Navy and increase awareness in cities that do not have a significant Navy presence.

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This is one of those rare, once-in-a-lifetime moments.”

Continued from B1 and scenery Mexico has to offer. It was a much-needed and relaxing liberty port.”

Independence also held a reception on the flight deck of the ship hosting Manzanillo dignitaries.

“It was an honor to be the first LCS crew to bring Independence to a foreign port,”

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Continued from B1 “It’s a huge honor to be able to give our time to these guys and most of them are kids that are putting their lives on the line for us, and it’s the very least that we, as a fishing community, can do to try and give back,” said Leon Tomczyk, captain of the fishing boat “Red Sun.” Event participants had five hours to locate fish, hook them

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Continued from B1 erators to attend and announce the third round draft pick.

“This is a unique opportunity, and it gives credibility to the Naval Special Warfare community as a force made up of athletic members of the military,” said Capt.

(SEAL) Duncan Smith, director, Naval Special Warfare Recruiting Directorate. “It gives the coaches, athletes and families an opportunity to meet and talk to some of the active duty SEALs here tonight that would have never otherwise had the chance.”

SEALs and Sailors from around the fleet are attending NFL-sponsored events to inform and educate these athletes about potential career opportunities in Navy special programs, such as SEALs, Diver, EOD and others.

Master Chief Special Warfare Operator (SEAL) Shawn Johnson, a 23-year veteran who participated in several of the previous NFL scout combines this year, made the live

announcement on national television.

“With the 85th pick in NFL 2012 draft, the Detroit Lions select Dwight Bentley, Corner Back, of Louisiana Lafayette,” announced Johnson.

The 2012 NFL Draft pick announcement demonstrates the strong, ongoing partnership the Navy, particularly the Naval Special Warfare community, has with professional organizations such as the National Football League.

“It was an honor and great opportunity to have had the chance to make the draft pick announcement,” said Johnson. “This is one of those rare, once-in-a-life-time moments. All of these athletes possess many of the same qualities necessary to be successful as a Navy SEAL. They’re obviously physically fit, but they’re also mentally tough and self-disciplined.”

The eight SEALs and Sailors from the Navy Recruiting Command marched on stage to an enthusiastic, standing

- Master Chief Special Warfare Operator (SEAL) Shawn Johnson about making the draft pick announcement

ovation from the fans and guests in attendance at the Radio City Music Hall.

Members of the NFL organization were equally appreciative and offered the Sailors a personal tour of the NFL Headquarters during the three-day NFL Draft Pick.

“Having two sons currently attending the U.S. Naval Academy, I’m obviously a little biased, but this is very special for the NFL too, and were fortunate and excited to be able to have such professional and dedicated athletes as the SEALs here tonight,” said Ron Hill, vice president of Football Operations for the National Football League.

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The new website, located at www.21stcentury.navy.mil, features frequently asked questions, articles, blogs and videos to update Sailors, Marines and their families on important policies and programs, which impact today’s force.

The 21st Century Sailor and Marine initiative consolidates a set of objectives and

policies, new and existing, to maximize Sailor and Marine personal readiness. The programs are divided into five areas: readiness, safety, physical fitness, inclusion and continuum of service.

“The Department of the Navy leadership wanted to take all of our existing personnel support programs, those in development and some new initiatives, and bring them together under the one umbrella of 21st Century Sailor and Marine in order to ensure every Sailor, Marine and their families have the tools they need to ensure they exceed and excel in the coming decade,” said Juan M. Garcia, assistant Secretary of the Navy (Manpower and Reserve Affairs).

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‘King of Pop’ returns with acrobatic robatic panache Cirque du Soleil presents Michael Jackson THE E IMMORTAL World Tour

By David Todd

■ show time Cirque du Soleil will be presenting Michael Jackson THE IMMORTAL World Tour at the NORFOLK Michael Jackson is one of the most widely be- Hampton Coliseum on May 8 and 9 starting loved entertainers and musicians of all time. He at 8 p.m. each night. sold an estimated 750 million records worldwide, released 13 No. 1 singles and became one of a handful of artists to be inducted twice into the were able to collaborate and unlock the secrets off Rock and Roll Hall of Fame. e, Jackson’s inner world by capturing the essence, As a tribute to his legacy, Michael Jackson THE soul and inspiration of the “King of Pop.” nt IMMORTAL World Tour combines Jackson’s vast “When all of the creators got together, they went catalog of songs and choreography with Cirque du to Neverland Ranch in California and met withh Soleil creativity, giving fans worldwide a unique a lot of people that knew him [Jackson], workedd look into the spirit, passion and heart of an artistic with him [to get inspiration],” said Charbonneau. genius who transformed global pop culture forevSome of the show’s creators include: Jamiee er. The show will be at the Hampton Coliseum for King, the director, who danced with Jackson onn two nights only, May 8 - 9, starting at 8 p.m. the “Dangerous World Tour” in the early 90s; “Michael was a huge Cirque du Soleil fan,” said Travis Payne, one of the choreographers, who Maxime Charbonneau, press attaché/publicist for is famous for touring with Jackson and for his Cirque du Soleil. “He saw most of the touring dancing and choreography style; musical directorr shows that stopped in L.A. and Santa Monica, Greg Phillinganes worked with Jackson for moree [Calif.]. He also saw many of the resident shows than 25 years and brings a wealth of knowledge off in Las Vegas [Nev.]. So, we already had an ex- his music and live performances; musical designerr isting relationship between Cirque and Michael Kevin Antunes, was given unprecedented accesss Jackson. He even visited the Cirque du Soleil to Jackson’s master recordings; and costume de-signer Zaldy Goco was the exclusive designer forr headquarters in 2004 in Montreal [Canada].”

Many of the creators of the show had a unique the “This Is It” concert series prior to Jackson’ss opportunity of working with Michael Jackson untimely death in June of 2009.

“The one thing that we say is that the show is during various stages of his career. Together, they The Flagship Managing Editor

a tribute to Michael Jackson’s music, to his legacy … to his messages through his music,” explained Charbonneau. “There is a lot of pressure about the show. To create a [performance] that would respectfully pay tribute to Michael’s music.”

More than 30 of Jackson’s songs are used in the performance. In addition, numerous bits and pieces of songs are also used for soundscapes and transitions. Selecting certain songs proved to be a very complex process for the creators.

“Michael had such a wide catalog of songs – so many hits, so many well known songs – and the creators had to make a selection,” said Charbonneau. “We use roughly between 30 and 35 songs, some of them are part of medleys, some others are played entirely during acrobatic numbers and dancing numbers.”

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Feel the faith at Virginia Beach GospelFest VIRGINIA BEACH

Courtesy photo Clint Brown is scheduled headline the May 4 portion of GospelFest at 9:15 p.m.

Urban contemporary gospel music will take center stage at the Virginia Beach GospelFest, to be held May 4 and 5 at 24th Street Park at the Virginia Beach Oceanfront. This event features an electrifying two days filled with the inspiring sounds of Southern gospel, gospel hip-hop and praise music. Local and regional gospel dance groups, quartets, powerful vocalists and gospel music choirs celebrate a genre of music that needs to be seen and heard.

Featured performers at Virginia Beach GospelFest will include Todd Dulaney, Clint Brown and Isaac Carree.

Dulaney spent most of his life pursuing a professional athletic career and fulfilling that dream – playing professional baseball for the New York Mets – and then struggling with the disappointment of an injury that would end his career too soon. But knowing God and being a man of faith, he came to grips that his baseball career was over and was excited to explore his higher calling in music.

■ center stage Featured performers at the Virginia Beach GospelFest include: Todd Dulaney (Friday, 8:45 p.m.); Clint Brown (Friday, 9:15 p.m.); and Isaac Carree (Saturday, 9:30 p.m.).

Currently, Dulaney’s instantly likeable single, “Pulling Me Through” is in the Top-40 on all three gospel music charts and continues to rise. Dulaney will perform May 4 from 8:45 to 9:05 p.m.

Brown is the featured performer May 4 from 9:15 to 10:15 p.m. Taking the lead as one of the nation’s premier songwriters, singers and musicians, Pastor Brown has penned over 300 praise and worship songs, which have been recorded, sung and performed all over the world and in five different languages. Many of Pastor Brown’s albums still remain on the Top-10 of the praise and worship distribution charts, selling over one million albums.

A singer, songwriter, producer and actor, Carree will perform May 5 from 9:30 to 10:15 p.m. Native to Greensboro, N.C., he started his music career in 1990 when he received the opportunity to sing with John P. Kee and New Life on the hit song “Wave It Away.” His solo album, titled “Uncommon Me,” really reflects his journey on discovering who he is as a musician and a person.

“My album is fresh and different,” said Carree. “There is something on there for everyone. I want people to see my personality through my music. There will be detours throughout the course of life, but the key is to get back on track and fulfill your dreams.

Take the time to follow and understand your journey to find the ‘Uncommon Me.’” Many other performing groups, along with food and merchandise vendors, will be featured at this free event.

For more information about Virginia Beach GospelFest, visit www.BeachStreetUSA.com, or call 491-SUNN.

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Calendar Camp Cax: Complete summer camp For a complete list of events in Hampton Roads or to submit your own, visit www.flagshipnews.com/calendar

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Sesame Street/USO Experience ■ When: May 3 through 10 ■ Where: Throughout Hampton Roads ■ For more information, visit: www.uso.org/sesame

The Sesame Street/USO Experience for Military Families – the USO’s longest running, free traveling tour based on Sesame Street’s military families initiative – is rolling onto U.S. military installations across the country in Elmo and friends’ new tricked out bus. The tour’s stateside return is complete with a fresh new look and a brand new character named Katie – a military child who, with the help of her Sesame pals, learns to deal with her fears and excitement about relocating after her parent’s deployment. Emphasizing the importance of adjusting to change and the power of friendship, this 30-minute character performance lets military youngsters know they are not alone and provides special giveaways and outreach materials to military families who attend. The show is scheduled for JEB Little Creek at Gator Theater, Bldg. #3104 on May 3 and 4 at 6 p.m.; NAS Oceana at Aero Theater, Bldg. #531 on May 5 at 2 and 6 p.m., and May 6 at 2 p.m.; and Naval Station Norfolk at the Base Theater, Bldg. C-9 on May 9 and 10 at 6 p.m.

Sleepovers, friends, exciting adventures and day trips are all part of what make summer so exciting. However, few things make summer more exciting than summer camp. Now in its sophomore year, Cheatham Annex MWR will again host Camp CAX, a summer camp that provides kids and teens with a complete summer experience.

Camp CAX will consist of “seven days to amaze,” and is open to both boys and girls ages nine to 12 as well as teens ages 13 to 15. Parents will drop their children off on Sunday and pick them back up on Saturday. The kids will sleep in sea huts, the same “barrack-type” structures that are currently used by our military in the Middle East. The sea huts will have bunks for the kids to lay out their bed rolls and/ or sleeping bags. Each day of camp will be jam-packed with summer fun, will follow a theme and will conclude with a nightly bonfire and storytelling.

On Monday, campers will make a splash on the James River as they spend the day tubing. For anyone who has never been tubing, it consists of hopping onto an inner-tube for a four-mile lazy ride down the James. Not only will campers have the opportunity to glide down the river, but they will also be able to put their wildlife identification skills to the test. As they wind through the wooded foothills of the Blue Ridge Mountains, kids will want to keep an eye out for deer, Blue Herons, Ospreys and Bald Eagles – all native to the area. No need to worry about packing a life jacket, as they will be provided by the James River Reeling and Rafting Company.

As Tuesday rolls around, the kids will

be immersed in a day of nature. During the day, campers will learn things like how to safely start a fire without matches, learn which vegetation is not safe to touch and how to build a shelter when out in the wild. Kids will also be participating in a demonstration on how to choose a good spot to set up a campsite.

At the conclusion of the day, the kids will put their environment skills to the test, as they will have the opportunity to star gaze and sleep in tents.

Wednesday will provide one of the, “high” lights of Camp CAX – a ropes challenge in Doswell, Va. This trip is sure to be a memorable one as campers will have the opportunity to test their coordination and listening skills on a challenging, yet manageable, ropes course. Not only will the kids have a blast maneuvering the course, but they will simultaneously develop communication and teamwork skills. The ropes course is a group activity and provides several different options when it comes to participation. Every camper will be encouraged to participate on a level that is comfortable for them.

Thursday will lend itself to tradition-

al summer camp fun. During the day campers will spend their time engaged in camp songs, games and swimming.

The kids will also have the chance to build pine derby cars that will be raced upon completion. All campers will end the day by heading over to Ft. Monroe and boarding the Ocean Eagle fishing boat for some night fishing.

“Freaky Friday,” will be a day full of both team and individual games and competitions. Camp CAX will provide the perfect setting for campers to further develop their self-esteem and positive relationships that they have been establishing over the course of the week. Day events will include: a pie eating contest, swimming, rock wall climbing, a dunk tank and a cookout.

An awards ceremony will be the final activity of the day.

After a quick breakfast Saturday morning, the kids will pack up their camp before their parents arrive to take them home. Parents are sure to get an ear full of all of the adventures their children were able to experience followed by silence as the kids are sure to be worn out from a week of summer fun.

This summer, there will be four different sessions offered at Camp CAX. The first three sessions are open to kids ages nine to 12 and will be held during the weeks of June 24, July 1 and July 8. The fourth session of camp is open to teens ages 13 to 15 and will be held during the week of July 15. The cost of the camp is just $200 per camper and includes all meals, lodging, activities and transportation as well as field trip fees.

For more information or to register, contact Deb Galloway at 887-4233.

DISA Mission Partner Conference ■ When: May 7 - 10 ■ Where: Tampa Convention Center, Tampa, Fla. ■ For more information, visit: www.disa.mil

The Defense Information Systems Agency (DISA), in partnership with the Armed Forces Communications and Electronics Association, will once again bring together “thought leaders” from military communications and information technology (IT) and from industry at its annual conference. The lineup of speakers includes: Army Gen. Keith Alexander, Commander, U.S. Cyber Command and director of the National Security Agency; Dr. Tom Leighton, founder and chief scientist of Akamai; Dr. Pradeep Sindhu, founder of Juniper Networks; Mark Hurd, co-president of Oracle; and Lowell McAdam, CEO of Verizon. In addition, Teri Takai, DoD chief information officer, will moderate a panel discussion with the CIO’s of the Army, Air Force, Navy and Marines.

Homefront Heroes golf tournament ■ When: May 3, 11:30 a.m.

■ Where: Sewell’s Point Golf

Course, Norfolk

Registration for the Captain’s Choice tournament starts at 11:30 a.m., with a shotgun start at 1 p.m. The cost is $90 per golfer and includes food before and after, greens fees and cart. Each hole will be dedicated to a fallen Virginia Service Member.

Fort Huger walking tours ■ When: May 8; 10 a.m., Noon and 2 p.m.

■ Where: Fort Hugar, 15080 Talcott Terrace, Smithfield, Va. ■ For more information, contact: Isle of Wight

County’s Historic Resources Department at 357-0115, or visit www.historicisleofwight.com Local historian Albert Burckard will offer tours of Fort Huger. May 8, 1862, marks the first recorded assault on Fort Huger by Union ships. Cmdr. John Rodgers’ USS Galena, an experimental ironclad, fired upon Fort Boykin for three hours and then sailed up the James River to fire upon Fort Huger. These free walking tours will commemorate the event and honor the Soldiers who fought on both sides. Reservations are not required. Please wear comfortable walking shoes.

TMFSC Festival to provide Summer Day Camp Scholarships

Atlantic Coast Kite Festival is ready to fly into Hampton Roads Kite fliers and spectators of all ages will experience a visual feast at the 8th annual Atlantic Coast Kite Festival, May 5 - 6. Held in two locations, this event features a variety of activities appropriate for all ages and all levels of kite aficionados.

The festival will be held at the17th Street Park at the Virginia Beach Oceanfront on May 5, and at City Park in Portsmouth on May 6. It will run each day from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.

“Colors in the Sky” is the theme that participants will explore in the Atlantic Coast Kite Festival’s “Best Kite Contest.” Everyone is invited to take part in this contest. To enter this contest, participants bring a kite that they have made or purchased and fly it at the festival. The contest consists of two parts: the actual kite itself (how it looks and how well it is made) and the participant’s ability

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to fly the kite. Participants must be able to fly their kites consecutively in the air for five minutes at a height of 100 feet. There will be three competitive divisions: Master, Novice, and Youth (ages 7-14). Trophies will be awarded for all divisions. The Best Kite Contest is free to enter, and takes place each day from 2 to 4 p.m.

Experienced kite enthusiasts will be holding classes for novice flyers.

These classes will cover such topics as equipment selection, laying out of lines, setting up the field, launching the kite, flying and landing a kite, and safety.

Admission to the kite festival is free. There is a nominal charge for the kite building workshop led by Archie Stewart.

For more information, visit www.

BeachStreetUSA.com, or call 491SUNN.

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Party for the Planet ■ When: May 5 and 6, 11 a.m. to 3 p.m.

■ Where: Bay & Ocean Pavilion, Virginia Aquarium ■ For more information, call: 385-FISH (3474), (TDD

385-4305), or visit www.VirginiaAquarium.com “Party for the Planet” by joining Virginia Aquarium staff and their guest experts in celebrating the Earth and its oceans.

This party is free with Aquarium admission. Guest experts for the party include: MentoringYoung Scientists (MYS), “Balloon Girl”, U.S. Navy and Monitor National Marine Sanctuary representatives, and local Girl Scout Troops.

The MYS, a Virginia Aquarium group of environmentally conscious middle school students and adult mentors, will present coastal trend topics through games and activities as well as offer things you can do to help your environment.

“Partygoers” can play Watershed Rampage and Bottle Cap races, and watch raindrops ride the Raindrop Roller Coaster.

Aquarium guests will see “Balloon Girl,” a local high school student, model her balloon dress and tell about balloons and their potential harm to the environment. The Navy and the Monitor National Marine Sanctuary will showcase marine debris and its effects on the environment. Local Girl Scouts will offer three activity stations. Conservation Catchers and Toad Abodes will be made by guests and they can play “Scoop the Poop” races.

The Tidewater Military Family Services Council will be sponsoring 29 children of active duty military families to attend various summer day camps. Camp program information and applications are available online at www.TMFSC.org.

Children entering grades kindergarten through high school can pick their top three choices from the programs which match their age and interest. Camp programs are located in Norfolk and Virginia Beach and have both full-day and half-day options. Some examples of interest areas include: art, horseback riding, making movies, soccer, golf and fishing.

Parents are simply responsible for providing transportation to and from the camp and any additional sports equipment required.

Winners will be selected based on the short essay portion of the application until all camp spaces are full. These camp sponsorships are the culmination of TMFSC’s three-year project to give back in a meaningful way to the local military community. TMFSC Founder and Camp Program Chairperson, Susan Burns, is proud to offer this opportunity as the result of two years of vendor sponsorships for the popular annual Military Family Festival. The festival, taking place again this October at the Virginia Beach Convention Center, generates the funds needed to keep the camp program alive.

For more information about the 2012 Military Family Festival, email bscarbrough@ lpsi.com, or call 961-1795.

Charbonneau said that their goal was to use as many of Jackson’s “main” hits as possible, including: “Thriller,” “Billie Jean,” “Smooth Criminal,” “Beat It,” “Back Or White,” “Dangerous,” and others. “There is a little bit of everything from all moments of Michael’s career,” he said.

“In this show we try to put Michael’s voice up front to be a main key element,” explained Charbonneau. “Sometimes you almost feel his presence there because you hear his voice in a way that you may not have heard it before on the records.”

The show debuted in October of 2011 and approximately 15 months of preparation went into it from start to finish. And more than 60 international dancers, musicians and acrobats work together to bring Jackson’s stage performance to life.

“We have some amazingly talented dancers – most of them have danced with the big names in the pop rock industry, like Madonna … Pink … Ricky Martin,” said Charbonneau. “So we

have a very, very skilled group of dancers. For the acrobats, we have some acrobats that come from other Cirque shows – some of them are Cirque veterans and have been with the company for many, many years – and we have new guys as well. I would say it is a great group of performers that come from very, very different backgrounds.”

In essence, the show is more of a hybrid creation between a pop rock concert and a traditional Cirque performance. With all the lights, music, set design technology, and amazing performers, the Michael Jackson THE IMMORTAL World Tour has something for fans of all ages and backgrounds.

“What’s interesting is that we have Michael Jackson fans coming to the show and also Cirque du Soleil fans,” said Charbonneau. “It’s kind of a mix between both worlds. You have the Cirque du Soleil fans that are probably a little bit more quiet – sitting and enjoying the show. And then you have some of the Michael Jackson fans that just want to stand up and dance and enjoy the production. So, I think it’s an

interesting blend. If you are a pure Michael Jackson fan, you’ll love the show for the music, the iconic choreography, the dance moves and all that. If you’re a Cirque fan, there is great acrobatic numbers, but you may leave the show being more of a Michael Jackson fan.”

Tickets for the show range from $50 - $175 and can be purchased at all Ticketmaster outlets and the Hampton Coliseum Box Office. VIP packages are available for $250, and include floor seating close to the stage, souvenir lanyard and program, and an exclusive gift. Group discounts are available for 12 or more ticket purchases.

A special military discount is available for the May 9 performance only.

Active duty service members can save $25 with valid military ID at all Ticketmaster outlets and the Hampton Coliseum Box Office. Also valid with special purchase link: www.ticketmaster.com/ event/010048579E849EA4?did=mili.

Discount is not valid on VIP packages.

Additional fees may apply.

For more information, visit www. cirquedusoleil.com/michaeljackson.

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Acura TL sedan: Modern refinement, awesome performance

By Ken Chester, Jr. Motor News Media Corporation

With athletic and emotional styling, powerful engine performance and a Super Handling All-Wheel Drive (SH-AWD) model, the fourth-generation TL is nothing less than the most exciting performance luxury sedan in Acura history. After a complete from-the-wheels-up redesign in 2009, Acura aimed to enhance every aspect of the original model. Featuring a stiff unit-body construction with expansive use of high-strength steel (as well as key aluminum components), unique and dramatic exterior styling, a choice of two powerful VTEC V-6’s, Electric Power Steering (EPS) and a luxurious and technologically advanced interior, the TL sets the benchmark for the future direction of the Acura division.

For 2012, engineers went back to work to further refine the TL with even better attributes. Most apparent are the visual changes that incorporate new front and rear styling, a revised ■ sound system interior and a host of techFor 2012, a larger HDD nology upgrades. The TL’s system (60 gigabytes) refined new look includes a redesigned front bumper with works with a brighter and improved aerodynamics, a more colorful monitor, revised grille, updated headthere is an increase to 15 lights and turn signals, a new GB of dedicated space, fog light design and a shorter and even faster USB port front overhang. The TL’s connectivity. styling changes more closely align the overall design direction of Acura as, for example, the TL’s new lower front fascia openings are similar in design direction as those seen on Acura’s popular SUV models (ZDX, MDX and RDX).

At the rear, a new rear bumper incorporates a significantly repositioned license plate opening and much smaller rear reflectors, while updated taillights and a thinner rear trunk edge trim add to a sophisticated new look. Also adding to the exterior looks are new 17 and 18-inch aluminum wheels fitted with a revised center cap featuring a raised-style, chromeplated Acura “A” mark.

Power for the 2012 TL sedan is generated by one of two engines: a 3.5L V6 and 3.7L V6. Available in front and allwheel drive, an all-new Sequential SportShift six-speed automatic transmission provides improved performance and fuel economy. For the performance minded, a six-speed closeratio manual gearbox is an available option.

However, the TL 6MT goes well beyond the addition of a unique transmission. Acura engineers developed a complete performance package for the six-speed model that includes numerous enhancements to handling, steering and reliability.

Inside, the 2012 Acura sedan benefits from an even further refined cabin that includes updates such as available ventilated front seats, instrument cluster changes and new surface finishes for many interior appointments. The further expansion of intuitive and customizable technologies enables the TL owner to better stay connected with the world around them as well as to be able to use their time more efficiently.

For 2012, a larger HDD system (now 60 gigabytes) works with a brighter and more colorful monitor, there is an increase to 15 GB of dedicated space for the storage of up to 3,500 songs, and now there is even faster USB port connectivity.

Technology improvements abound in the form of the availability of Song By Voice, refinement of Bluetooth Audio (now with artists name, song title, etc.), new “active pairing” functionality for Bluetooth enabled cellular telephones, dialby-number and dial-by-voice tags, and even further expanded map information for the navigation system.

Within the TL, occupants are treated to an engaging interior, which includes advanced LED lighting throughout the cabin, thickly bolstered leather seating and flowing metallic or wood patterned accents.

2012 Acura TL sedan ■ Wheelbase: 109.3; overall length: 194.0; width: 74.0; height: 57.2 (all vehicle measurements are in inches).

■ Engine: 3.5L V6 – 280 hp at 6,200 rpm and 254 lbs.ft. of torque at 5,000 rpm; 3.7L V6 – 305 hp at 6,300 rpm and 273 lbs.-ft. of torque at 5,000 rpm.

■ Transmission: six-speed manual, six-speed automatic.

■ EPA Fuel Economy: 3.5L V6 – 20 city/29 hwy.; 3.7L V6 – 18 city/26 hwy. (automatic), 17 city/25 hwy. (manual).

■ Cargo capacity: 13.1 cubic feet.

■ Safety features: Dual front airbags, front seat mounted side impact, dual head curtain side-impact airbags, four-wheel disc brakes with anti-lock, electronic brake distribution, brake assist, Bluetooth hands-free phone system, fog lights, HomeLink garage door opener, automatic Xenon high intensity discharge headlamps, engine immobilizer, daytime running lights, side-impact door beams, remote keyless entry, tire pressure monitoring system, grade logic control, traction control and vehicle stability assist. Tech Package adds: push button engine start, navigation system and rearview camera. Advance Package adds Blind Spot Assist system.

■ Warranty: Basic – 4-year/50,000 mile; Powertrain – 6-year/70,000 mile; Corrosion - 5-year/unlimited; Roadside Assistance – 4-year/50,000 mile 24-hour.

■ Pricing: The base Manufacturers Suggested Retail Price for the 2012 Acura TL sedan starts from $35,605 for the base sedan and $39,155 for the SH-AWD model. Destination charges add $860.

Photos courtesy Motor News Media For 2012, engineers went back to work to further refine the Acura TL sedan with even better attributes. Most apparent are the visual changes that incorporate new front and rear styling, a revised interior and a host of technology upgrades. At the rear, a new rear bumper incorporates a significantly repositioned license plate opening and much smaller rear reflectors, while updated taillights and a thinner rear trunk edge trim add to a sophisticated new look.

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Rick Diamond Zac Brown of Zac Brown Band performs during the Country Thunder music festival on July 22, 2011 in Twin Lakes, Wis.

MC2 Jonathan P. Idle Country music superstar Toby Keith performs for Sailors in the hangar bay of the Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS Abraham Lincoln (CVN 72). Keith is on his 10th tour with the United Services Organization (USO) performing for deployed service members around the world.

Keith celebrates 10 years of USO tours

By Sarah Wyland Great American Country | GACTV.com

Toby Keith is celebrating 10 years of touring the globe and visiting troops by embarking on a ďŹ ve-country, 12-day United Services Organization (USO)/Armed Forces Entertainment Tour. Toby is traveling to the Middle East to perform for troops and their families, as well as visit remote forward operating bases and bring a little bit of home to our service men and women.

Four days into his tour, Keith has already played for more than 3,900 service members stationed in Bahrain, aboard the USS Abraham Lincoln and other locations. Since his ďŹ rst USO tour in 2002, he has traveled to more than 14 countries and participated in nine USO tours.

In total, he has participated in 211 USO shows and meet & greets, and played for more than 182,600 troops on more than 100 military installations. â&#x20AC;&#x153;I canâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t believe it has already been a decade,

I enjoy working with the USO, I love our nationâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s troops and I wonâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t ever stop doing my part to extend my thanks.â&#x20AC;?

- Toby Keith, whoâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s embarking on a ďŹ ve-country, 12-day USO/Armed Forces Entertainment tour

it feels like just yesterday when I ďŹ rst started working with the USO,â&#x20AC;? said Keith. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Iâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ve met so many great, brave service men and women over the years and had so many wonderful experiences, that I can barely remember them all.

One thing is for sure, I enjoy working with the USO, I love our nationâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s troops and I wonâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t ever stop doing my part to extend my thanks.â&#x20AC;? â&#x20AC;&#x153;The USO considers it a real privilege to have worked with Toby Keith over the last 10 years," said Sloan Gibson, USO President. â&#x20AC;&#x153;He has

such a genuine interest in enhancing the lives of our nationâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s troops and is truly among our biggest and most recognized supporters. We canâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t thank him enough for all of the support he has shown us over the last decade and we look forward to many more years together.â&#x20AC;?

While visiting troops in Afghanistan in 2007, Keith saw a need to deliver the day-to-day comforts of home to those stationed far away from main bases and USO Centers. His idea became the "USO2GO" program, which sends electronics, entertainment, non-perishable food and personal care items to troops stationed at remote bases. To date, 942 â&#x20AC;&#x153;USO2GOâ&#x20AC;? kits have been distributed to 15 countries and more than 600 remote forward operating bases.

Keith not only spends time visiting and performing for military personnel abroad, he also supports them at home. His chain of restaurants offers a complimentary burger and a drink to service members returning to the states. He also visits Wounded Warriors and advocates for veterans in the media.

Once back in the United States, Keith will get ready for his Live In Overdrive Tour, which kicks off June 14 in Salt Lake City, Utah.

Zac Brown Band announces new album, member

By Sarah Wyland Great American Country | GACTV.com

Zac Brown Band will release their latest album, â&#x20AC;&#x153;Uncaged,â&#x20AC;? on July 10. The album will mark the ofďŹ cial debut of their newest member, world renowned percussionist Daniel de los Reyes. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s your basic country-Southern rockbluegrass-reggae-jam record,â&#x20AC;? Zac Brown joked to the Associated Press.

The addition of Reyes, who has worked with the likes of Earth, Wind & Fire; Sting; and Jennifer Lopez, to the rhythm section that already includes bassist John Driskell Hopkins and drummer Chris Fryar, has enabled the band to push its sound into a new territory. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Theyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ve really got to be smart about how they play so it doesnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t get too busy,â&#x20AC;? said Brown. â&#x20AC;&#x153;But it really creates a new kind of pulse within the band.â&#x20AC;?

He kept most of the albumâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s surprises a secret, but did reveal that Trombone Shorty and the New Orleans Star's horn section make an appearance on â&#x20AC;&#x153;Overight,â&#x20AC;? the bandâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s ďŹ rst straight-up R&B tune. The tour through England with rockers Kings of Leon inspired them to start thinking about different arrangements and sticking with it.

They also looked to U2 for inspiration. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s really about making people dance,â&#x20AC;? said Brown. â&#x20AC;&#x153;You just donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t let them go.

Thereâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s a lot of songs on the record that when we play them live weâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ll extend out long. But itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s really about just grabbing people in that pulse and then not letting them go that entire song.â&#x20AC;?

The bandâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s current single, â&#x20AC;&#x153;No Hurry,â&#x20AC;? is currently in the Top-10.

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of the monstrous Kraken, Perseus (Sam Worthington) â&#x20AC;&#x201C; the demigod son of Zeus (Liam Neeson) â&#x20AC;&#x201C; is attempting to live a quieter life. Meanwhile, a struggle for supremacy rages between the Gods and the Titans. Dangerously weakened by humanityâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s lack of devotion, the Gods are losing control of the imprisoned Titans and their ferocious leader, Kronos, father of the long-ruling brothers Zeus, Hades (Ralph Fiennes) and Poseidon (Danny Huston). The triumvirate had overthrown their powerful father long ago. Perseus cannot ignore his true calling when Hades, along with Zeusâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; godly son, Ares (Edgar Ramirez), switch loyalties and make a deal with Kronos to capture Zeus. The Titansâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; strength grows stronger as Zeusâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; remaining godly powers are siphoned and Hell is unleashed on Earth. Enlisting the help of the warrior Queen Andromeda (Rosamund Pike), Poseidonâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s demigod son, Argenor (Toby Kebbell), and fallen God Hephaestus (Bill Nighy), Perseus bravely embarks on a treacherous quest into the underworld to rescue Zeus, overthrow the Titans and save mankind.

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The Avengers When an unexpected enemy emerges that threatens global safety and security, Nick Fury (Samuel L. Jackson), Director of the international peacekeeping agency known as S.H.I.E.L.D., ďŹ nds himself in need of a team to pull the world back from the brink of disaster. Spanning the globe, a daring recruitment effort put together the ultimate team, The Avengers â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Iron Man (Robert Downey, Jr.), Captain

A Little Bit of Heaven Marley Corbett (Kate Hudson) is young, beautiful and wildly funny, but sheâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s afraid of opening herself up to true love and commitment. Though she uses her humor to prevent matters from getting serious, a life-changing visit to her doctor (Gael Garcia Bernal) sends both of them on an eye-opening adventure of mutual discovery, leading to revelations neither thought possible.

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America (Chris Evans), The Hulk (Mark Ruffalo), Thor (Chris Hemsworth), Black Widow (Scarlett Johansson) and Hawkeye (Jeremy Renner).

Despite pulling together the ultimate dream team, Fury and longtime conďŹ dant Agent Coulson must ďŹ nd a way to convince the superheroes to work with, not against each other, when the powerful and dangerous Loki (Tom Hiddleston) gains access to the Cosmic Cube and its unlimited power.

friendship while dodging their sometimes overbearing and confused parents.

When Lolaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s mom, Anne (Demi Moore), accidentally reads her teenage daughterâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s racy journal, she realizes just how wide their communication gap has grown.

Through hilarious and heartfelt moments between mother and daughter, â&#x20AC;&#x153;LOLâ&#x20AC;? is an authentic coming-of-age story for the way we live now.

Motherâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Day After a bank robbery gone wrong, three brothers head for home, hoping their mother (Rebecca De Mornay) can provide them with a getaway. The youngest brother, Johnny (Matt Oâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;Leary), has been

shot and their back-stabbing former partner has gotten away with all the cash.

But when the brothers get home, they ďŹ nd that all their stuff is gone and mother is nowhere to be found â&#x20AC;&#x201C; she lost the house months ago in a foreclosure. The new owners, Beth and Daniel Sohapi (Jaime King and Frank Grillo), and their guests, gathered for an illtimed birthday party, become the brothersâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; unwitting hostages.

Not long after, mother arrives and it becomes clear that mother will do absolutely anything to protect her children.

In one terrifying evening she brilliantly takes control of the situation and masterminds her sonsâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; escape from the law.

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BUSCH BROTHERS DOMINATE WEEKEND AT RICHMOND AFTER SLOW 2012 START

By Rick Minter Universal Uclick

The Busch brothers have been through some tough times since the latter part of the 2011 NASCAR season, with older brother Kurt losing his high-profile Sprint Cup ride at Penske Racing and Kyle trying to recover from being parked for most of the weekend last fall at Texas Motor Speedway after wrecking championship contender Ron Hornaday, Jr. in the truck race.

Neither brother has had much to brag about in the first quarter of the current season, but last weekend at Richmond International Raceway, that all changed.

Kurt won Friday’s Nationwide Series race, giving brother Kyle his first Nationwide victory as a car owner. Then the next night, Kyle won the Capital City 400 Sprint Cup race, going to Victory Lane for the first time since last August at Michigan International Speedway.

On Saturday at Richmond, a late caution set up a round of pit stops and Busch’s crew put him on the track ahead of Tony Stewart, who appeared to have the faster car. But once Busch was out front, he motored away to win the spring race at Richmond for the fourth straight time, breaking a record he’d held jointly with Richmond’s all-time winner Richard Petty.

Busch said in his winner’s interview that the Cup win as a driver felt more special than the Nationwide victory as an owner, but both were big for the Busch brothers, who have had to try to put their bad-boy days behind them to move forward again in NASCAR. “I think the biggest thing about [the Nationwide victory] was just that it’s something that I’m trying to build and make successful, and it’s got my name on it, so we’re doing the best we can with the people we have and with what we’re

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Courtesy of NASCAR Driver Kyle Busch (left) and car owner Kurt Busch after winning the Nationwide Series Virginia 529 College Savings 250 at Richmond Int’l Raceway, April 27.

doing there,” he said. “It’s just a matter of working through the pitfalls sometimes and working through the challenges that lie ahead … to see all of that come together for not only myself, but for [wife] Samantha and [general manager] Rick Ren and all the people that pour their heart and soul into that place, it’s pretty special.”

Kurt, who now races in Cup for James Finch’s single-car team, said the Nationwide win, which came after a close late-race duel with Denny Hamlin, meant a lot to him and his brother.

“It’s huge for me and for this team,” he said.

“This December, January, February has been rough. To get on top, no matter what series it

is in NASCAR, you’ve done something special for a day. It’s an interesting family feeling right now, because I’ve raced for guys like [Roger] Penske, guys like [Jack] Roush … a guy named Busch owns this race car and it’s a little bit different feel.”

Interestingly, the Busch brothers head to this weekend’s races at Talladega Superspeedway tied in career Cup victories, with 24.

“It’s cool that we’re tied for wins like that,” Kyle Busch said. “It’s neat that we’re still racing around here in the Sprint Cup Series, hopefully with many more wins that we can both achieve.”

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Sailors compete in softball tournament

By MC3 Betsy Knapper USS Wasp Public Affairs

NEW ORLEANS, LA.

MC3 Betsy Knapper Aviation Support Equipment Technician 3rd Class Jacob Spaulding, a member of USS Wasp’s (LHD 1) softball team, and a team of Sailors from Ecuador play a friendly game of softball in an Morale, Welfare and Recreation-hosted tournament at Belle Chasse Park, La., April 18. The MWR event is part of Navy Week New Orleans – one of several Navy-wide War of 1812 Bicentennial Commemorative events scheduled to take place in various cities around the United States between 2012-2015.

Sailors participating in Navy Week New Orleans – a War of 1812 Bicentennial Commemorative event, competed in a softball tournament at Belle Chasse Park with Sailors from the U.S. Coast Guard, Canada and Ecuador, April 18.

Sailors from the multipurpose amphibious assault ship USS Wasp (LHD 1), frigate USS DeWert (FFG 45) and guided missile destroyer USS Mitscher (DDG 57) competed in the softball tournament.

“It was wicked!” said Petty Officer 2nd Class Mike Pearson, team captain from Royal Canadian frigate HMCS St. John’s (FFH 340). “The bats came alive. Our team started cheering and got really pumped. The other teams are great sports and we all just played for a good time.”

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every participant to crawfish, burgers, hot dogs and beverages.

“Our goal was to have a nice event for the Sailors, Coast Guardsmen and everybody else that is out here,” said Pamela Menesses, New Orleans MWR director.

“We wanted them to have a great time, get off the ship, relax a little bit and enjoy some competition and camaraderie.”

The tournament was not only a competition. It was a healthy and fun way for U.S. Navy Sailors and foreign Sailors to enjoy their visit in New Orleans.

“It’s tough to stay loose and active on the boat,” said Seaman Christian Clark, from USCG Eagle (WIX 327) homeported in New London, Conn. “I appreciate being able come out and have fun with everyone I sailed across the ocean with.”

It was the first time for many of the U.S. Navy Sailors who participated to be able to interact with Sailors from foreign navies. To keep the spirit of competition up, MWR also hosted soccer and basketball tournaments during Navy Week.

“It’s nice to see guys from other commands and other countries getting together for some friendly competition,” said Interior Communication Technician 2nd Class Kevin Stanton, stationed on Wasp and originally from New Orleans. “This is my first time coming back home since 2009 and I’m really enjoying time with my family and the experience of Navy Week in my hometown.”

In the end, team Canada placed first with team Wasp coming in second.

Both teams received trophies for their victory.

The MWR events are part of Navy Week New Orleans – one of several Navy-wide War of 1812 Bicentennial Commemorative events scheduled to take place at various cities around the United States between 2012-2015. Wasp, the flagship for Navy Week events, was in New Orleans April 17 - 23 for the kickoff of the 1812 commemoration, which was a salute to all Sailors and Marines who fought gallantly in that conflict, who have served in our nations’ conflicts since then and who are defending freedom around the world today.

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DIY: Landscaped pond brings joy to many

By Toni Guagenti Virginian-Pilot correspondent

VIRGINIA BEACH

The neighborhood children cheered as the goldfish in Roy Balaconis’ pond proved their resilience and emerged from under a group of rocks after winter’s end this year.

Balaconis, an international military consultant and retired U.S. Navy destroyer captain, likes when the children who live at the North End stop by and sprinkle fish food in the pond. The aquatic creatures will brush up against one’s hand when fed.

Those frequent visits prompted Balaconis to rethink the layout of the pond, which came with the house when he and wife, Susan, moved in eight years ago.

The kids would often trample the grass in their excitement to get to the fish, the Virginia Beach man said recently.

Balaconis decided there had to be a better way to landscape around the pond – not only for the kids, but also for his and his wife’s enjoyment.

Because he travels abroad frequently, Balaconis needed the pond transformation to be a quick doit-yourself project.

The first step was to sculpt and widen the area around the pond to accommodate a bench for sitting and enjoying the view, the gurgling fountain, the splashing fish and the chirping birds. Bay Colony neighbor Patrice Ayvazian offered up a bench she was no longer using.

Balaconis said he was trying to create “sort of a mock river bank” with the design.

Out came the grassy perimeter and down went six layers of shade cloth to prevent weeds at a cost of $30.

Balaconis decided to put stone atop the shade cloth for its look and sturdiness, especially with young feet running around the pond to feed and fawn over the fish.

Balaconis cranked up what he calls his “urban pickup” – a faded-green 1994 Lincoln Continental

Toni Guagenti Roy Balaconis said the biggest challenge to building his pond was getting three loads of gravel out of the trunk of his 1994 Lincoln Continental.

Toni Guagenti The first step to Roy Balaconis’ backyard landscaping was to sculpt and widen the area around the pond to accommodate a bench for sitting and enjoying the view.

– and headed to Superior Marble & Stone in Portsmouth. Three times he filled the trunk with gravel and stepping stones for the project for a total of $150, including gas.

The yard crew at Superior said it was a first for them to dump gravel into a car trunk, Balaconis said, proudly of the car he originally bought as a gift for his wife and that later served as transportation for their two daughters in high school and college.

While the Lincoln served as an excellent workhorse to carry the gravel and stones, it became problematic when it came to getting the material out of the trunk and onto the ground.

After laying down the stepping stones, Balaconis shoveled load after load of multi-colored stones out of the trunk, filling it in around the rocks and the pond.

Then it was time for the bench.

One of Balaconis’ passions is painting nautical scenes and landscapes, which adorn his three-story

beach house. He ended up trading neighbor Ayvazian one of his paintings for the bench, which he touched up using artist oils to make it blend in with the pond setting.

Balaconis can often be seen at his easel outside his garage painting the landscapes, many of which include the peaceful pond at the corner of his house.

Or, he can be seen in the morning on the bench checking on his favorite teams, the New England Patriots or the Boston Red Sox, while keeping an eye on the sun dial to make sure he’s not late for work.

The tall bushes, a self-made berm with beach sand that he carried two buckets at a time from the oceanfront, bushes and flowers, including a trellis rich in jasmine that surround his property and pond, make for an outlet from Balaconis’ fast-paced life.

“To me, the garden is art,” he said. “I’m at peace tinkering in the garden.”

Editor’s note: This article originally ran in The Virginian-Pilot on April 25.

To me, the garden is art. I’m at peace tinkering in the garden.”

- Roy Balaconis, international military consultant and retired U.S. Navy destroyer captain

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These minds have joined forces to release an iPhone and iTouch app that distills the 47 page Navy Operational Fueling and Fitness Series (NOFFS) Introduction and Movement Library, and a 20 page book on NOFFS Nutrition, down to a touch screen near you.

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Religious Services JEB Little Creek Chapel JEB FORT STORY Chapel ROMAN CATHOLIC Mass schedule: 5 p.m., Sat. (fulfills Sunday obligation) 9 a.m. & 12:15 p.m. , Sun. Fellowship: 10 a.m., Sun. Choir practice: 6 p.m., Tues.

Confessions: 3:30 - 4:30 p.m., Sat.

ROMAN CATHOLIC Mass schedule: 9 a.m., Sun. Bible study: 9:30 a.m., Tues.

PROTESTANT Worship service:11 a.m., Sun. Bible study: Noon, Wed.

Naval Station Norfolk PROTESTANT Sun. School : 9 a.m. Sun. (Ages 4 - Adult) AWANA / Children’s Church : 10 a.m., Sun. (Ages 4 - 10) Worship service:10:30 a.m., Sun. Fellowship: 11:30 a.m., Sun. Coffeehouse: 6 p.m., Sun. Bible Study/ Band Practice: 5 p.m., Mon. PWOC: 9:30 a.m., Wed Choir practice: 6 p.m., Wed.

LATTER DAY SAINTS Worship: 11:30 a.m., Sun. (Chapel Annex Classroom 1) Meeting: 7 p.m., Wed. (Chapel Annex Classroom 4) * Nursery care is available Sundays, 10 a.m. - Noon

NWS YORKTOWN CHAPEL Nelson Chapel, 1868 Lafayette Rd., Newport News

ROMAN CATHOLIC Our Lady of Victory Chapel Mass schedule: 11:45 a.m., Wed. 10 a.m., Sun..

PROTESTANT David Adams Memorial Chapel Worship services: 10:30 a.m., Sun. Jewish SABBATH Commodore Levy Chapel (Second Floor Bldg. C7) Sabbath: 730 p.m., Fri. (Sabbath Fellowship Oneg Shabbot Follows) ISLAMIC WORSHIP Masjid al Da’wah 2nd Floor (Bldg. C-7) Services: 1:30 p.m., Fri. Chapels are open daily for prayer.

NAS OCEANA CHAPEL

ROMAN CATHOLIC Mass schedule: 11:30 a.m., ROMAN CATHOLIC Mon. - Thurs.

Mass schedule: 8:30 a.m., Sun. 9 a.m. & 12:15 p.m., Sun. PROTESTANT Worship service:10:30 a.m., Sun.

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PROTESTANT Sun. school: 9:15 a.m., Sun. Worship service:10:40 a.m., Sun. Bible study/ 11 a.m., Wed.

ROMAN CATHOLIC Confessions: 4:15 p.m. - Sat. Mass Schedule: 5 p.m. - Sat. PROTESTANT Worship service: 9 a.m. - Sun.

contactinfo Norfolk, call 444-7361.

JEB Little Creek-Fort Story, call 462-7427.

Yorktown, call 887-4711.

Oceana, call 433-2871.

Dam Neck Annex, call 492-6602.

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