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DOD requires more base closings, official says AIR FORCE PUBLIC AFFAIRS AND AMERICAN FORCES PRESS SERVICE

The Defense Department possesses more real estate than it needs and is looking to close additional bases and installations in the United States and abroad, a senior DOD official told a House panel March 14.

Air Force leaders agree, according to Kathleen I. Ferguson, acting assistant secretary of the Air Force for installations, environment and logistics.

“While we have no recent excess infrastructure capacity analysis from which to draw, our capacity analysis from 2004 suggested that 24 percent of Air Force basing infrastructure was excess to our mission needs,” Ferguson said.

Since the 2005 Base Realignment and Closure, which brought very few changes

to the Air Force and only 3.4 percent reductions to the entire DOD, the Air Force has reduced its force structure by more than 500 aircraft and active-duty end strength by nearly 8 percent, Ferguson said.

“So, intuitively we know that we still have excess infrastructure, while we spend considerable time optimizing the use of our facilities and carefully and frugally managing those facilities we know to be excess,” Ferguson said.

Based on these facts, which were mirrored in the other services, another round of base realignments and closings should be an essential part of any overall strategy for reshaping the military, John Conger, the acting deputy undersecretary of defense for installations and environment, told the House Armed Services Committee in prepared testimony.

“Force structure is declining relative to

that which existed in 2005, thereby continuing to add to aggregate excess capacity,” Conger said, noting that the U.S. Army is reducing its active-duty end strength from 570,000 to 490,000 by 2020, and the Marine Corps from about 202,000 to 182,000.

“If we assume our bases were either appropriately loaded or were carrying excess capacity, these force reductions will increase that surplus,” he said.

In last year’s budget request, the Pentagon asked Congress for permission to initiate two more rounds of base closings under BRAC. Conger said the last round of BRAC closings, in 2005, produced $4 billion in annual recurring savings.

By law, under the BRAC process, an independent commission submits to Congress a list of military installations it believes should be closed or realigned, with lawmakers and the president then re-

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Senior enlisted advisors of the Army, Air Force, Navy and Marines underscored to lawmakers March 19 the immense challenges the services face in tough fiscal times.

Sgt. Maj. of theArmy Raymond Chandler said the current budgetary situation has far-reaching impacts on the Army and the lives of its members. He and his counterparts testified before the House Committee on Appropriations, subcommittee on Military Construction, Veterans Affairs and Related Agencies.

“The magnitude of today’s fiscal uncertainty has grave consequences for our Soldiers, civilians and families,” Chandler said at the hearing on quality of life in the military.

“The current continuing resolution is affecting shortfalls for our funding of overseas contingency operations due to emerging costs in theater,” he said.

“With the enactment of sequestration, the Army is also being forced to make dramatic cuts to personnel, readiness and modernization programs, thereby putting our national security at risk.”

He emphasized the importance of having the best-equipped military force, while also providing care for service members and their families.

He said in today’s uncertain and complex environment, the Army is committed to ensuring that it is the best manned, equipped, trained and led force in the world. But he said the limited resources are having an impact on its ability to do that.

“Our strategy to defend the nation and its necessary actions requires the Army to have flexibility and predictability, something we do not currently have, and that Army leadership is challenged to alter,” he said. “The fiscal outlook which the Army faces today is challenging and, to my recollection, unprecedented. Fiscal uncertainties do not

quired to approve or reject the recommendations without change.

The Defense Department is examining further reductions in U.S. military bases in Europe, where Conger said more than 100 sites have already been returned to host governments since 2003, and where no authority from Congress is required for recommending additional closures.

“By the end of this year, we plan to conclude with a fully vetted list of options from which the Secretary [of Defense] can make strategic decisions for eliminating excess, preserving and even enhancing our ability to meet strategic and operational commitments,” Conger said in his prepared remarks.

The U.S. Army already plans to close 33 sites in Europe associated with the decision to reduce brigade combat teams based on the continent.

Pentagon delays furlough notices to civilian workforce AMERICAN FORCES PRESS SERVICE

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Sgt. Maj. of the Army Raymond Chandler testifies to Congress that the country’s fiscal uncertainty is forcing the Army to make dramatic cuts, “thereby putting our national security at risk.”

allow us to prevent, shape and win.”

Chandler and the other top enlisted advisors stressed the importance of quality of life programs and resources to support a wide range of areas, including sexual assault prevention and response, mental health, suicide prevention, caring for wounded service members, family support, child and youth development, housing and helping members transition from the military into the civilian world.

As of March 21, Pentagon officials have put off sending furlough notices to civilian employees until they’ve had a chance to analyze how pending legislation that would fund the federal government for the rest of the fiscal year will affect the Defense Department.

Officials now estimate that furlough notices will go out on or about April 5, Navy Cmdr. Leslie Hull-Ryde, a Pentagon spokeswoman, said.

“The legislation could have some impact on the overall number of furlough days, but no decisions have been reached, especially since the legislation hasn’t been signed into law,” HullRyde said. “The number of furlough days at this point remains at 22.”

Pentagon Press Secretary George Little said the delay makes sense. “We believe the delay is a responsible step to take in order to assure our civilian employees that we do not take lightly the prospect of furloughs and the resulting decrease in employee pay,” he said.

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U.S. Army Dr. (Maj.) Rasel Rana, McDonald Army Health Center chief of orthopedic surgery, inserts a surgical tool into the patient’s knee during a procedure in the MCAHC operating room at Fort Eustis, March 13.

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The rhythmic beeps from the Electrocardiogram machine reverberated off the high ceilings as medical professionals worked diligently. The surgeon moved the laparoscopic scope and shaver skillfully, focusing intently on the images displayed on the high-definition screen.

Less than 20 minutes later, the orthopedic surgeon removed the tools from the patient’s knee and stitched the two small incisions closed. The patient’s torn meniscus had been repaired.

This new beginning would not have been possible without the skilled orthopedic surgeons at Fort Eustis’ McDonald Army Health Center.

Orthopedics is the branch of medicine focused on conditions involving the musculoskeletal system. Orthopedic surgeons use both surgical and nonsurgical means to treat musculoskeletal trauma, sports-related injuries, degenerative diseases, infections, tumors and congenital disorders.

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of Orthopedic Surgeons, one in seven Americans suffer from an orthopedic impairment, making orthopedic complaints the top reason patients seek medical care.

The orthopedic center is a referral based, sub-specialty clinic that boasts three orthopedic surgeons and two physician assistants that provide years of knowledge and experience. The clinic treats roughly 100 patients daily and performs 15 surgeries weekly, focusing on personalized, in-depth care.

“Military medicine allows us to give our patients exactly what they need,” said Dr. (Maj.) Todd Feathers, McAHC orthopedic surgeon. “Our doctors do what is best for the patient, not what’s best for the bottom line.”

A new operating room is set to open April 26, and will increase the amount of surgeries each department will be able to offer. The new OR will be equipped with the latest technology to provide complete, comprehensive care.

“The new operating room with be an important addition to our institution,” said Dr. (Maj.) Rasel Rana, Orthopedic Clinic chief. “It will allow us to accommodate and treat more complex and chronic cases, ultimately expediting overall patient care.”

With a young, active population, the orthopedic surgeons are well-equipped to treat sports-related injuries, but they strive to care for all patients that can take advantage of their services.

“Not everyone knows we’re here,” Rana said. “Our job is to take care of our Service members and get them back to their mission, but we’re here for all warriors, past and present.”

To ensure their skills stay up to scratch, the doctors at the clinic plan to “take call,” or perform procedures, at local civilian treatment facilities to work with cases they do not often see at MCAHC. “It’s an exciting time for us; it’s amazing to be part of a growing hospital,” said Rana. “We are committed to use our new capabilities to care of our patients just like they’re our family.”

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Getting relief supplies into Haiti was problematic, due to lack of adequate port and airfield capacity, following the 2010 earthquake. Here, a special operations Soldier interprets for an American volunteer physician in Haiti. Special operations forces will become increasingly important in the years ahead, according to U.S. ArmyTraining and Doctrine Command's Concepts Development and Learning Directorate.

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The world is becoming an increasingly complex and dangerous place, requiring a more agile, lethal and capable force, said Army leaders.

To illustrate, forward-deployed forces in Korea are adequate to respond to a crisis, but elsewhere, the Army needs to improve its response times, said Gen. Robert W. Cone, commander, Training and Doctrine Command.

He was referring to a worst-case scenario involving a simulated collapsed nuclear state with “loose nukes.” The U.S. response time for deploying 90,000 troops to the crisis area in a recent exercise took 55 days - a response time deemed inadequate. That simulation was held in February at Carlisle Barracks, Pa., during the Unified Quest 13 Winter Wargame.

Cone’s remarks were delivered during a media roundtable at the TRADOCled Army Campaign of Learning Senior Leader Seminar, or SLS, March 19 at the National Defense University on Fort Mc-

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Nair. More than 100 senior leaders attended the seminar, including Army Chief of Staff Gen. Ray Odierno, as well as joint and multinational military leaders and civilian subject-matter experts.

The SLS provided an interactive forum on insights derived from the Network Integration Evaluation, Army Experimentation and Wargaming, and seminars held over the past year.

Discussions focused on how the Army can be regionally engaged and globally responsive in the years and decades ahead, despite the twin elephants in the room –

decreased funding and manpower.

Speed, the right mix of capabilities and adequate numbers of boots on the ground are the critical factors in responding to national security threats globally, said Lt. Gen. Keith Walker, TRADOC’s deputy commander for Futures and director of the Army Capabilities Integration Center.

WMD threats Some 28 nations have some type of weapons of mass destruction capability, Walker noted, indicating that the problem is not just isolated to the Korean peninsula.

One of the SLS participants called loose nukes the “single biggest existential threat to Western survival.” And, those nuclear materials are kept in hundreds of sites without global safeguards in place for securing them.

To promote candor and meaningful dialogue, SLS discussions were for nonattribution only, except for the media roundtable participants.

In the past, the U.S. has sometimes had the luxury of ample warnings and long lead times, said Cone, referring to the buildup of troops and supplies prior to Operations Desert Storm and Iraqi Freedom.

The Winter Wargame, however, provided no such lead time in the simulation. The lesson was not lost on Army leaders. The immediate goal should be to lower the response time from 55 to something much less, for example, 28 days, said an Army general.

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The problem of moving troops quickly to an area is not solely an Army problem. “It’s a joint mission,” said Maj. Gen. Bill Hix, TRADOC’s director of the Concepts Development and Learning Directorate, during the roundtable. Multinational partner coordination is also essential, he added.

Participants said the wargame demonstrated the difficulties with strategic maneuver without adequate intermediate staging bases, especially as the Army becomes increasingly U.S.-based. Proposed solutions included prepositioning supplies on ships or ashore in distant places, and partnering with allied capabilities.

Entry-level problems The wargame also illustrated problems once Soldiers arrive – specifically the socalled “anti-access/area denial” challenge.

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withdrew,” said Col. Kevin M. Felix, TRADOC’s chief of the Future Warfare Division, during the roundtable. “We got some forces in but there were problems with the buildup of follow-on forces and sustainment.”

The enemy already knows which ports and airfields the U.S. would rely on in a crisis and would target those, said participants.

Even without the enemy targeting key entry facilities, there could still be challenges getting troops and supplies in, Felix said, illustrating the problems faced by U.S. forces in providing post-earthquake humanitarian assistance to Haiti in 2010, due to competing demands for priority landing times for arriving combat forces and humanitarian aid support/supplies.

“If you can’t get there quickly to achieve the desired effects, you lose [U.S. and global] support quickly,” Felix said, referring not only to humanitarian operations, but also to the loose-nuke scenario.

Masses of refugees could also hinder access, Hix said. He noted that during the wargame, the refugee situation was resolved somewhat by setting up a humanitarian staging area away from the area of operations and encouraging the locals to go there by air dropping leaflets with instructions.

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Another lesson learned from the wargame is that the U.S. forces cannot always go it alone. Rather, the U.S. needs to continue to build partnerships and regional engagement with other countries and their militaries, Hix said.

He added that the Army should also continue to “leverage its other capabilities, like special operations forces” and use those of its sister services.

“The good news story over the last decade has been the participation of the Guard and Reserve in partnering” with the active component, said Cone. “They have expressed the desire to remain part of the operational force and have demonstrated their performance” in war. “[The Guard and Reserve have also] provided an array of talent,” he continued. Going forward, “we have to find the best ways to train and integrate them with the active component.”

Lessons learned Over the last decade of war, the U.S. has learned the importance of the human domain, said Cone. Building personal relationships and learning host-nation culture, language and customs have been shown to yield dividends.

Underestimating the enemy’s “will to win,” or at least not lose, can be a big mistake, Cone said, providing one of the many examples from history: “We collapsed Iraq’s command and control and then its ability to conduct operations, but that didn’t stop them from finding alternative ways to wage war,” he said, referring to the insurgents’ use of roadside bombs, other forms of terrorism and effective propaganda.

Although the U.S. dominated on the battlefields of Iraq and now Afghanistan, in terms of firepower and technology, “their will was still there,” he said.

“While technology is critical, war comes down to a human struggle.”

Despite IEDs and other unconventional threats in Iraq and Afghanistan, Soldiers were able to adapt and overcome those and other obstacles, Walker said, noting that Soldiers helped to come up with counter IED tactics, materiel solutions, jammers and improved vehicle armor.

Walker attributed Soldiers’ ingenuity to top-notch training, education and leadership development programs. Walker said he hopes the lessons learned from the wars and the professionalism demonstrated by Soldiers will continue.

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Snaps of rifle safety levers clicking into the “fire” position broke the silence as the Soldiers rested their rifles on the sandbags before them, positioning themselves to fire. The range went still as the Soldiers tensed, aiming down their sights.

“Fire!” yelled the instructor, walking between the rows of shooters.

The sound of muffled rifle fire rang out, drowning out the instructor’s words of advice as the Soldiers took their shots.

As the last few shots echoed, the Soldiers removed their magazines and ensured their weapons were clear before looking at the screen for their results.

Most would envision this scene on an outdoor rifle range, but in fact, it was a typical day at the Engagement Skills Trainer 2000, or EST 2000, at Fort Eustis, Va., as local U.S. Army Soldiers refined their marksmanship skills March 12, 2013.

The EST 2000 is a virtual, computerbased trainer that uses modified, retrofitted weapons to provide initial sustainment marksmanship, advanced marksmanship with stationary and moving targets and reactionary-firing training. The trainer offers versatile, customizable training regimens to suit units’ specific needs.

“The goal of simulators is to seamlessly merge the virtual, constructed and live environments into a viable training environment,” said Keith Jones, Army Support Activity Training Division simulations branch manager. “The EST 2000 is a safe, immediate and cost-effective training apparatus that benefits Soldiers greatly.”

Military simulations have a long history, dating back as far as 25 B.C. with the use of stones and drawings to review battle plans. Over the course of history, constantly-evolving technology paved the way for more realistic simulations.

The Department of Defense introduced modern simulators based on their need to integrate live, virtual and constructive training to meet Soldier’s needs, and to prepare them for the rigors of combat situations. The development of the EST 2000 began with the Weaponeer, an arcade-like shooting trainer that simulated live-fire conditions.

The EST 2000 is continually evolving,

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Soldiers clear their rifles after firing while using the Engagement SkillsTrainer 2000 at Fort Eustis, March 6.The EST 2000 is a virtual, computer-based trainer that uses modified, retrofitted weapons to provide initial sustainment marksmanship, advanced marksmanship with stationary and moving targets and reactionary-firing training.

and may eventually offer dynamic, immersive three-dimensional training environments. Simulators like the EST 2000 allow Soldiers to train in a controlled environment, and offer immediate feedback on skills that translate directly to the livefire range.

“This simulator is effective and gives realistic training, increasing the effectiveness of my Soldiers,” said U.S. Army Staff Sgt. Jimmy Reeves, 5th Aviation Battalion maintenance supervisor. “This trainer is a simple and economic way of engaging targets.

It provides a live feel, without the logistics and time needed to set up a live range.”

As testament to this, the 40-lane trainer is focused on providing realism by mimicking the actual bullet trajectory, providing the same shooting experience a Soldier could receive on a real-world situation. The instructors can even control wind direction and speed to offer the most realistic experience possible.

For the younger generation of Soldiers, the EST 2000 is a tool that uses familiar technology to teach necessary skills. For older Soldiers, it offers a unique training environment to refine skills under the watchful eyes of highly-skilled instructors without using supplies or putting

“This simulator is effective and gives realistic training, increasing the effectiveness of my Soldiers. This trainer is a simple and economic way of engaging targets. It provides a live feel, without the logistics and time needed to set up a live range.”

— U.S. Army Staff Sgt. Jimmy Reeves 5th Aviation Battalion maintenance supervisor

them in harm’s way.

“Young Soldiers have grown up using similar technology to the trainer,” said Reeves. “It keeps them engaged while teaching them the necessary skills to survive in a combat zone.”

The trainer employs three prior-service, National Rifle Association-certified instructors that provide flexible hours to accommodate Soldiers’ schedules. These weapons experts paired with the trainer show Soldiers where their deficiencies are with immediate feedback, saving time that can be used for additional training.

“Soldiers can go into these training environments to learn and get instant feedback on their performance, without the pressures of live-fire ranges,” said Jones.

“The skills honed at the trainer are a costefficient alternative.”

Since opening in May 2006, the EST 2000 instructors have trained more than 90,000 Soldiers on weapons including small arms, machine guns, grenade launchers and simulated Humvee-mounted machine guns.

In seven years, shooters have fired nearly 15.2 million simulated rounds, saving the Army nearly $22 million.

Army units from across the country come to Fort Eustis to use the trainer, and it has supported all branches of the military, the Federal Bureau of Investigation, the Central Intelligence Agency, local police officers and Reserve Officer Training Corps cadets.

“In the environment our Soldiers find themselves in, it is very important to be flexible and highly adaptable. The ‘one shoe fits all’ philosophy doesn’t always work,” said Jones. “The EST is an important trainer that can keep Soldiers fit and proficient on the live-fire range – ultimately saving lives.”

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The Crossbow Dining Facility will be closing its doors for renovations starting April 1, with the projected reopening date of April 30. “[The dining facility] is getting much needed renovations to the boiler unit and heating ventilation and cooling system,â€? said Tech. Sgt. Melissa Terry, 633rd Force Support Squadron dining facility noncommissioned ofďŹ cer in charge. “The renovations will help the facility become more efďŹ cient.â€?

The dining facility caters to at least ďŹ ve units andAir Combat Command Headquarters at Langley Air Force Base, Va. The closure primarily afAirmen can still ďŹ nd good fects dorm residents on meal eats at Langley: cards who are encouraged to take advantage of the din- •King Pin Kafe; Rickenbackers •GameTime Sports Grille; ing facility for every meal.

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Facilities including the Raptor CafĂŠ, the Langley Club and the Marina are available for Airmen unable to leave the base.

For the entire month of April, meal-card customers will receive basic allowance for subsistence without deductions, said Master Sgt. Danny Avery, 633rd Comptroller Squadron ďŹ nancial services ight chief. Meal card access will end starting April 1 and be reinstated April 30. “You will see your [BAS] update starting at your mid-month paycheck and ending at your end of month check,â€? said Avery.

Removal of meal deductions will appear in the deductions section of the members’ April leave and earnings statement. Avery stressed the importance of affected members validating their LES. “Keep an eye on your LES,� said Avery. “We have over 750 transactions to follow; it is human nature to make a few mistakes.�

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BUDGET FROM PAGE 3 Sgt. Maj. of the Marine Corps Micheal Barrett said quality of life programs are important to Marines, and reductions will be made wisely.

“Our approach to required sequestration cuts to our Marine and family support portfolio will focus on preserving programs that support the health, welfare and morale of our Marines and families,” Barrett testified. “These programs are considered most essential in meeting the organizational objectives of the Marine Corps, and they promote the physical and mental well-being of Marines and families.

“We will be fiscally responsible during this challenging budget environment, and will critically assess the needs of our family members and prioritize resources,” he said.

“We will do so, however, in a manner that sustains the world’s finest fighting force while keeping faith with our Marines and their families.”

Chief Master Sgt. of the Air Force James Cody said that the quality of service initiatives are an important aspect of military life and an overwhelming factor in the decision Airmen and their families make in remaining in the service.

“We place a great deal of importance on the sense of community in and around our bases,” he said. “We focus on four main areas: health and wellness; Airmen and family support; education, development and employment; and Airmen and family housing.”

While not at the hearing in person, Master Chief Petty Officer of the Navy Michael Stevens said in submitted testimony that the current fiscal situation is having an impact across the Navy.

“We must continue to ask hard questions and make hard decisions that will enable us to provide a quality of life commensurate with the sacrifices our Sailors and their families make daily,” he testified.

“A full-year continuing resolution, sequestration and associated out-year budget reductions will make it extremely difficult to continue our current and anticipated level of operations, compel us to cancel some maintenance and training, and constrain our ability to invest in future capability and capacity,” according to his testimony.

He said the reductions have a negative impact on morale and quality of life of Sailors and their families, but the Navy will continue to fully protect wounded warrior programs and will preserve, to the extent possible, family programs.

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“I had concerns on the eating choices of the Airmen, and if some even had the ability to cook,” said Conder.

“The class seemed to help with cooking confidence.”

The HAWC provided the attendees a cookbook with simple meals for them to cook in their dorms. For those unable to attend the workshop, a HAWC cookbook will be available in dorm management for ease of access, said Conder.

The best way for Airmen to prepare during the closure is to make a plan. If they come across any issues, they are encouraged to use their chain of command.

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“Women are showing just how strong we have gotten through the years and how strong we can get. I want us to be just as great as men so we can show how capable we are at all times, not just during [Women’s History Month].”

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RIGHT: Cavezuela gets the attention of Sandor with a toy before starting a game of tug-of-war.

Cavezuela is one of many women in the military continuing to make strides and filling critical roles.

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March marks the time to reflect on the struggles and triumphs t women have gone through, allowing them to feel pride for their acccomplishments.

Women’s History Month is not just about the past, but alsso about the future.

“Women of our pa ast have been trailblazers for us,” said d U.S. Army Capt.

Samantha Hoxha, 221st 2 Military Police Detachment com mpany commander. “Today we are lo ooked upon to set the history for our fu uture.”

Women’s History Month has been celebrated annually since 1987, when Congress expanded d national Women’s History Week. This year, female Service members fro om 3rd and 221st MPDs at Fort Eustis,, Va., sat down together and reflected on what women’s history means to them m.

“Everyone wants to be recognized and appreciated,” said Spc. Selene Savarina, 221st MPD D military police patrolman. “The facct that there is a month dedicated to women is a pretty big deal.”

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ABOVE: U.S.Army Pfc. Roxanne Cavezuela, 3rd Military Police Detachment military working dog patrol narcotics dog handler, prepares to release her dog Sandor during a controlled aggression training session at Fort Eustis, March 20. Many females from the MPDs at Fort Eustis have deployed to the Middle East, taking on many missions including detainee and convoy operations, base security and acting as host-nation mentors.

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“As a Soldier, you should always be a step ahead and hungry for your career. As a woman, you should be two to three steps ahead.

Be humble, know your job to the best of your abilities and lead the way.”

– Spc. Adrianna Williamson (right) 221st MPD military police patrolman Photo by Staff Sgt. Wesley Farnsworth

fense population summary from fiscal year 2011, female Soldiers make up 13 percent of the enlisted force and 18 percent of the officer corps. This number is even smaller within the predominantly-male police corps.

Due to this disparity, Spc. Adrianna Williamson, 221st MPD military police patrolman, feels she has to work twice as hard as her male counterparts.

“As a Soldier, you should always be a

step ahead and hungry for your career,” said Williamson. “As a woman, you should be two to three steps ahead.

Be humble, know your job to the best of your abilities and lead the way.”

Women in the military continue to make strides and fill critical roles now more than ever. This year, the Department of Defense lifted the ban restricting women from military combat roles in order to allow equality in service.

LEFT: U.S. Army Sgt. Melinda Storsin, 3rd Military Police Detachment military working dog patrol explosive detector dog handler, touches the spot on a vehicle she wants her dog Otta to sniff during a vehicle search rehearsal at Fort Eustis, March 20.

RIGHT: Storsin praises Otta for successfully following her commands.

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Many of the females from the 3rd and 221st MPDs have deployed to the Middle East, taking on many missions, including detainee and convoy operations, base security and acting as host-nation mentors.

“I take pride in knowing we have great women Soldiers, especially in the military police corps, who are able to step up and accomplish the mission,” Hoxha said. “There is still a stig-

ma in wondering if a female can handle military police responsibilities; as a commander, I can see they do.”

As a testament to this, Sgt. Melinda Storsin, now a patrol explosives detector military working dog handler for the 3rd MPD, has worked in two predominately male police positions. She served as the only female on a Special Reaction Team (equivalent to a civilian SWAT team), and now through hard work and dedication, has landed her dream job as a military working dog handler.

“It’s one of those jobs you don’t want to lose,” said Storsin. “You work 10 times harder to not mess up in any kind of way so there is nothing that can take your job or position from you.”

As Women’s History Month draws to a close, Pfc. Roxanne Cavezuela, 3rd MPD patrol narcotic detector dog handler, hopes to see a day when men and women are seen as completely equal.

“Women are showing just how strong we have gotten through the years and how strong we can get,” said Cavezuela. “I want us to be just as great as men so we can show how capable we are at all times, not just during [Women’s History Month].”

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The Air Force has successfully upgraded and transferred the Military Personnel Data System to the Defense Information Systems Agency Defense Enterprise Computing Center, Air Force Personnel Center officials said today.

“We’re pleased that the MilPDS upgrade took less time than anticipated, and we are well on our way to getting information updated in the system,” said Joe Thele, Air Force Personnel Operations Agency director. “The quick turn and successful upgrade is due to the meticulous planning and hard work of our Total Force team.”

MilPDS is the primary records database for personnel data and actions that occur throughout every Airman’s career. MilPDS is also used to initiate pay actions, maintain Air Force accountability and strength data, and support a host of inter-

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AFPOA and Air Force Lifecycle Management Center teams worked closely with the Defense Manpower Data Center, AFPC, Air Force Reserve, Air National Guard, Air Force Space Command and base personnel teams to develop a comprehensive plan to bring down the old personnel data system, upgrade it and stand it back up. March 4, AFPC Commander Maj. Gen. A.J. Stewart hit the button to shut down MilPDS for what was expected to be 23 days. However, the upgrade was accomplished in 17 days.

Active duty, Air National Guard and Air Force Reserve personnel agencies are working hand in hand with base force support squadrons and military personnel sections to update personnel data and transactions in MilPDS. For more information, visit the myPers website at http://mypers.af.mil.

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By Sgt. Edwin Rodriguez 7TH SUSTAINMENT BRIGADE PUBLIC AFFAIRS

In the United States, Women’s History Month traces its beginnings to Women’s Day in 1911. Its popularity grew into a week-long celebration that continued until the late 1970’s. Utah Sen. Orrin Hatch and Maryland Rep. Barbara Mikulski were inspired to bring that show of popularity to other members of Congress in hopes of making it a national week of celebration. In 1987, Congress expanded the focus to the month of March, proclaiming it to be National Women’s History Month.

In honor of WHM, the 7th Sustainment Brigade hosted ‘Women Inspiring Innovation through Imagination’ at Fort Eustis’ Jacob’s Theater March 19. Warrant Officer CyTique Johnson, a human resources technician assigned to the Headquarters and Headquarters Company, Special Troops Battalion, served as mistress of ceremony, while Col. Jennifer Re-

In celebration of 40 years serving the military Photo by Sgt. Edwin Rodriguez

U.S. Army Col. Maria Biank (left), 93rd Signal Brigade commander, speaks to Col. Jennifer Reinkober, 7th Sustainment Bde. commander, before the 7th Sus. Bde.’s “Women Inspiring Innovation through Imagination” event at JacobsTheater at Fort Eustis, March 19.

inkober, the brigade commander, hosted the event. The observance featured rich history and highlighted the extraordinary achievements of American women.

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The Pentagon’s recent decision to eliminate rules that exclude women from direct combat roles was merely symbolic for many women soldiers who have already been in combat in Iraq and Afghanistan.

When it comes to fighting on the front lines, U.S. Army Staff Sgt. Cassandra Partee has been there and done that. Her first deployment was to Iraq as part of an artillery unit eight years ago.

“We would go out on patrols and just conduct raids and things of that nature,” she said.

On her second deployment to Iraq, she was wounded in action.

“I [in] one incident was hit by improvised explosive device that was attached to a guard rail,” she explained.

Partee suffered shrapnel wounds to her face and back. Since her last deployment, she has survived cancer and given birth to two babies.

In her current job with the 7th Sustainment Brigade, she helps train other soldiers.

She reflects on her experience in Iraq.

“There wasn’t anything discriminatory as far as what females could do over there,” she said. “When it came time to be a gunner and be on the gun, females took the guns.”

So it was no surprise to her when, in one of his final decisions as Secretary of Defense, Leon Panetta announced the lifting of rules excluding women from some combat roles.

“They serve. They’re wounded and they die right next to each other. The time has come to recognize that reality,” Panetta said.

“These are the roles that we’ve played in the war. We’ve been there all along,” said Partee. “They didn’t look at me and say, ‘You’re a female, you can’t do this.’ It was ‘Hey, we need a soldier. You need to get up there and do this.’”

Some women Soldiers say they hear comments from male counterparts who don’t believe women should be in certain combat units – though few express those sentiments openly.

One of Partee’s male counterparts, Sgt. Shawn Yearby – also an Iraq veteran – says he was surprised by Panetta’s announcement.

Photo by Sgt. Edwin Rodriguez

U.S. Army Staff Sgt. Cassandra Partee, 53rd Movement Control Battalion Headquarters command team administrator, has fought on the front lines in her two deployments to Iraq. Partee said it was no surprise to her when, in one of his final decisions as Secretary of Defense, Leon Panetta announced the lifting of rules excluding women from some combat roles.

“What first went through my mind was, ‘Uh-oh, you know, females are going into combat arms,’” he said. “But then I thought about it and realized it all depends on if they can handle it, they can handle it.”

Partee has been able to balance life in the military with the other job in her life that she says is her highest calling.

“I will always be a mother first, but [by] the same token, I have the Soldier in me,” she said. “The scale is even.”

Even with the opening of more combat roles, few expect a big rise in the number of women in those roles. The military is planning no change in its physical requirements or training standards.

But for Soldiers like Partee, the recognition that she can do the job goes a long way.

Editor’s note: This story was originally published by Voice of America News, available at http://www.voanews.com/content/women-soldiers-pay-price-on-front-lines/1625155.html.

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WOMEN FROM PAGE 15 Sergeant Natasha Tyrell of the 11th Transportation Battalion performed the National Anthem, followed by an invocation by 2nd Lt. Lydia Whaley of the STB. Following a brief overview of President Barrack Obama’s report highlighting 50 years of women’s history, the cast put on a show fictionalizing the progress of women’s roles from the 1950s’ to the present day.

Sergeant 1st Class Jaime Hawley, the brigade’s Sexual Assault Response Coordinator, portrayed the stereotypical “housewife” character, followed by the present female Soldier in combat, played by Sgt. Cynthia Fischer of the STB. The audience praised the two for their performances.

“I want to make sure we recognize all the hard work in the ceremony, from our mistress of ceremony, Warrant Officer [CyTique] Johnson, Capt. Katie Thomen [HHC, STB commander], Sgt. 1st Class Jesus Harry Velasquez [7th Sus. Bde. Equal Opportunity Advisor], and also give a round of applause to our performers,” said Reinkober.

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There will be a March Madness basketball competition from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. March 29 at the Shellbank Fitness Center. Those interested in volunteering or participating should contact 764-8165.

cards will include a link to the online survey. All responses will be kept completely anonymous and confidential.

The success of the survey relies on the participation of community members – please complete the survey as soon as possible.

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For more information on store locations and hours, visit http://www.shopmyexchange.com.

The Langley Club will be hosting its Easter Brunch on March 31. For seating times, reservations and more information, call 766-1361.

Orthodox services Orthodox Christian religious services will be offered during Great Lent, Holy Week, Holy Pascha (Easter) and Bright Week at the Langley Chapel for military members and their families. All are welcome.

Until the next schedule begins, there will be a Vespers Service per week at 1 p.m. Thursdays at the ‘Blessed Sacraments’ Langley Chapel.

For more information, call the Langley Chapel at 764-7847.

Easter services Good Friday Service will be held at noon March 29 at the Langley Chapel. Light lunch will be served. Easter Sunrise Service will be held at 6:30 a.m. March 31 at WWII Memorial Park. Breakfast will be served after service at the Langley Annex.

For more information, call the Langley Chapel at 764-7847.

Women’s History Month Warrior Challenge The Women’s History Month Warrior Challenge obstacle course will take place at 1 p.m. March 29 at the Shellbank Fitness Center track. Those interested in volunteering can also contact the Equal Opportunity office at 764-5878, Staff Sgt. Elizabeth Torres at elizabeth.torres@ langley.af.mil, or Tech. Sgt. Melanie Thermidor at Melanie. thermidor@langley.af.mil.

Personal safety classes April is Sexual Assault Awareness month. In an effort to reduce sexual assaults, the Sexual Assault Prevention and Response office is hosting free, personal safety classes at both the Shellbank and Air Combat Command fitness centers. Women can sign up for the classes held from 4 to 5 p.m. on April 1, 15, 22 and 29 at the Shellbank Fitness Center. Men can also sign up for April 11 from 4 to 5 p.m. at the ACC Fitness Center.

For more information, or to register, call 764-3359.

Holocaust Remembrance Day The Holocaust Remembrance Day Commemoration will be held at 1 p.m. April 8 in the static display hangar. There will also be an art and historical display from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.

For more information, call Master Sgt. Damaris Dones at 225 6968 or 1st Lt. Lori Seaman at 764-7075.

2013 JBLE Volunteer Salute The Airman and Family Readiness Center will be holding its 2013 Joint Base Langley-Eustis Volunteer Salute from 3 to 4:30 p.m. April 9 at Quesada Hall, 115 Thompson Street. For more information, call 764-3990.

Langley Enlisted Spouse’s Club Are you married to an enlisted member and interested in meeting other spouses or making new friends? The Langley Enlisted Spouse’s Club meets at 6 p.m. on the first Thursday of every month in the Langley Club, 128 Benedict Ave. For more information, visit http://lescva.org.

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The United States Air Force Honor Guard will be giving a Drill Team demonstration and recruiting briefing at 1 p.m. March 29 in the ACC Campus Fitness Center. There are many application requirements, so those interested in joining can visit the USAF Honor Guard application information site at www.honorguard.af.mil/recruiting or contact hgrecruiting@afncr.af.mil.

A workshop for new and expecting fathers will be held from 8 a.m. to noon April 11 in the Langley Chapel Annex, classroom two. For more information or to register call 7642427.

Air Force Community Assessment Survey The 2013 Air Force Community Assessment Survey will be released March 29. The theme for this year’s survey is “A Strong Community Depends On You.” Past surveys have resulted in new and/or improved programs to support the entire Air Force community.

E-mail notifications will be sent to active duty, reservists, guardsmen and civilian employees. Spouses will be sent an invitation postcard. Both the e-mails and post-

Hispanic Heritage Month The Hispanic Heritage Month planning committee will have its next meeting at 2 p.m. April 17 in the Langley Bowling Alley activities room. For more information, contact Master Sgt. Jose Perez at 764-1735, or the Equal Opportunity office at 764-5878.

Co-parenting workshop A four-hour Virginia court-approved child custody and visitation parenting workshop will review how to best meet needs of children when designing and working on parenting plans, how to guide children through this process while

establishing positive relationships with the other parent and explore the importance of both parents for children to facilitate co-parenting efforts. The workshop is from 12:30 to 4:30 p.m. April 19 at the Langley Chapel Annex, room two.

For more information or to register, contact Family Advocacy Program at 764-2427.

OSI travel briefings The Office of Special Investigations offers travel briefings at 9 a.m. every Thursday in Bldg. 1330. Before attending, call in advance with planned travel location and dates. For more information, call 764-7971.

OSI recruitment briefings The next Office of Special Investigations recruitment briefing will be 9 to 10:30 a.m. April 23 from in Bldg. 1330.

For more information, call 764-7971.

Poetry Slam The Sexual Assault Prevention and Response office is accepting entries for a poetry contest and reading. Poetry must be related to any of the following: Consent, Sexual Assault, Healthy Dating, Surviving Sexual Assault, or No Means No. Submit your entry before April 15.

Poetry Slam readings will begin at 1 p.m. April 26 at the JBLE Memorial Park. All poets who enter will receive a prize. The winning poet will be presented an autographed book titled “BTrae’d” by Chief Master Sgt.Trae King, 633rd Air Base Wing Command Chief Master Sergeant, who will read one of her poems at the event. Send your poems or inquiries to Vanessa Williams 764-3359 or c.vanessa.williams@langley.af.mil.

SAPR road rally The Sexual Assault Prevention and Response office is hosting a motorcycle road rally at 9 a.m. April 26. All participants must arrive at 7:30 a.m. for registration and safety checks. Participants must RSVP.The event is free of charge.

For more information, call Vanessa Williams at 764-3359 or c.vanessa.williams@langley.af.mil.

Budget assistance The Langley Federal Credit Union is committed to helping its members affected by budget cuts. For information or to discuss financial options, call 827-5328, (800) 8267490 or stop by a branch.

Dependent passports Dependents accompanying their sponsors overseas (except Hawaii) are required to have an Official No Fee Passport before departure. For more information, contact the Military Personnel Passport Office at 225-2468 or 633fss. passport@langley.af.mil.

Survivor benefit plan for single Airmen Single airmen are required to attend a mandatory Survivor Benefit Plan (SBP) counseling session prior to their official retirement date. For more information, call your Joint Base Langley-Eustis SBP counselor at 764-5231 or visit http://militarypay.defense.gov/survivor/sbp/01_overview.html.

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The Good Friday Tenebrae service, “A Service of Shadows,” will take place at 11 a.m. Friday at the Regimental Memorial Chapel, Bldg. 923, Lee Blvd. For more information, call 878-1316 or 878-2202.

The Fort Eustis Housing Referral Office is sponsoring a Home Buying Seminar from 6 to 8:30 p.m. April 9, and a Home Selling Seminar from 6 to 8:30 p.m. April 11.

Both seminars will take place at the Civil Engineer Division conference room at Bldg. 1407, Washington Blvd.

Industry experts will include a realtor, mortgage lender, attorney and home inspector. The seminars are free and open to the public.

Please RSVP at least three business days prior to attending the seminar of your choice. To register, call 8782977/5687/5579.

Easter Egg Hunt The Kiwanis Club of Fort Eustis and Balfour Beatty Communities will host an “Egg-stravagana” Easter Egg Hunt at 9 a.m. Saturday on the Community Center’s lawn. This event is free and open to children ages 12 and under. Prizes will be available for each age group: up to 3; 4 to 7; and 8 to 12. Bring a basket or something to hold your eggs.

The hunt will take place rain or shine. For more information, call 328-0691.

Easter Sunrise Service The Fort Eustis Regimental Memorial Chapel will hold its annual Easter Sunrise Service at 7 a.m. Sunday outside on the chapel’s side lawn. In case of inclement weather, the service will take place inside the chapel’s sanctuary, Bldg. 923, Lee Blvd. For more information, call 878-1316.

Afternoon with Tanya Biank Saint Leo University presents an Afternoon with Tanya Biank Thursday from 1 to 2 p.m. at Jacobs Theater, Bldg.

647, Monroe Ave. Biank is the author of “Army Wives” and “Undaunted.” This event is free and open to the public. RSVP to Virginia@saintleo.edu by April 1.

Payday Scramble The Payday Scramble will kick off at noon April 5 with a shotgun start at the Pines Golf Course. The format will be four-person Captain’s Choice (tees based on average length of drive). Special spring rates are $25 (members); $40 (retirees and DoD civilians); $45 (guests); $18 (E-4 and below); and $20 (E-5 and above).The cost includes 18 holes of golf, cart, range balls, food and prizes. Payment is due at time of registration. For more information, call 8782252 or visit www.eustismwr.com.

Holocaust Remembrance The 597th Transportation Brigade will host the Yom Ha’ Shoa (Day of the Holocaust) at 10 a.m. April 9 at Jacobs Theater, Bldg. 647, Monroe Ave. The Fort Eustis community is invited and encouraged to attend. For more information, contact Maj. Michael Yourko at 878-8404 or michael.b.yourko.mil@mail.mil.

Anger management class Anger is a normal and even healthy emotion, but it’s important to deal with it in a positive way. Uncontrolled anger can take a toll on both your health and relationships.

The JBLE Family Advocacy Program offers an eight-week Anger Management class from 1 to 2:30 p.m. Tuesdays starting April 9. Classes will take place at Bldg. 213, Calhoun St. To register, call 878-0807.

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Marriage Enrichment Program The Regimental Memorial Chapel will host “The Five Love Languages,” a marriage enrichment program, from 6 to 8 p.m. each Thursday through May 16 at the chapel, Bldg. 923, Lee Blvd. This program is open to all married and engaged couples, and spouses of Service members who are deployed or training elsewhere. Free child care will be provided for children up to age 11. For more information, contact Mike and Carole Carkhuff at 218-1034 or carkhuffs2@verizon.net.

Baby and Me Playgroup The “Baby and Me Playgroup” will take place from 10 to 11 a.m.Thursdays starting April 4 at Bldg. 501, Madison Ave. Playgroups offer even the smallest babies a great way to learn new skills while giving parents a chance to chat. Join us to get information on local resources and activities for infants up to 12 months old and new parents.

For more information, call 878-3638.

Soldier and Family Readiness Soldier and Family Readiness (ACS) classes and briefings for April will include: ■ 1, 2, 3 Magic – April 5, 12, 19, 26; 1 to 3 p.m.

■ Couponing Strategies – April 1; 9:30 to 11 a.m. or 5:30 to 7 p.m.

■ Credit Reporting, Scores, and Debt Management – April 2, 16; 9 to 10 a.m.

■ DevelopingYour Financial Plan – April 9; 9 to 10 a.m.

■ Effective Resume Writing – April 12; 9 a.m. to noon.

■ Federal Employment – April 25; 10 a.m. to noon.

■ Financial Readiness Training – April 19; 11:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.

■ Job Search Strategies – April 1, 8, 15, 22, 29; 10 to 11 a.m.

■ Leadership Development – April 8-11; 5:30 to 8:30 p.m.

■ Managing Your Checking Account – April 18, 23; 8:30 to 9:30 a.m.

■ Master ResilienceTraining – April 23-25, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.

■ Military Ball Etiquette – April 8; 10 to 11:30 a.m. or April 16; 6 to 7:30 p.m.

■ Spouses-A Soldier’s Hero – April 15; 10 to 11:30 a.m.

■ Volunteer Management – April 23, 9:30 to 11 a.m. or 6 to 7:30 p.m.

Classes and briefings will take place in Bldg. 650, Monroe Ave. For more information, call 878-3638.

Range schedule Ranges, training areas and associated facilities are off limits to personnel not engaged in scheduled firing, operations or inspections unless clearance is obtained (in person) from the Range Control Fire Desk or a designated Range Control technician. The Range Control office telephone number is 878-4412, ext. 226 or 878-3834, ext 234.

The range operations schedule through April 3 is: ■ Friday – Range BTRACS, 1, 2 (7 a.m. to 4 p.m.); ■ Saturday – No scheduled ranges; ■ Sunday – No scheduled ranges; ■ Monday – Range BTRACS, 1 (7 a.m. to 4 p.m.); ■ Tuesday – Range BTRACS, 1, 3 (7 a.m. to 4 p.m.); ■ Wednesday – Range BTRACS, 1, 2, 3, 5, 6 (7 a.m. to 4 p.m.).

All personnel are required to check in and out with Range Control before going into or departing from any range or training area.

Free sitter website The Department of Defense provides a free Internet sitter service for military families.The website connects families with quality local caregivers including in-home child care, nannies, tutors, elder care providers, pet sitters and other services.

Active-duty members of all military branches, including activated National Guard and reserve members and their families, can receive a free membership to the service, saving an average of $120 a year.

The program provides military families with instant access to caregiver profiles, background checks, pictures, references, reviews, a four-step screening process, and a specialized matching technology to select the right caregiver. For more information or to register, visit www.sittercity.com/dod.

Right Arm Night Right Arm Night is a chance for military and civilian supervisors to bring their “right arm” out to relax and build camaraderie off duty. Join us from 4 to 7 p.m. Wednesdays at the Fort Eustis Club, Bldg. 2123, Pershing Ave. Activities will include karaoke, music, free appetizers and fun for all. Call 878-5700 for more information or to reserve a table for your organization.

Kiwanis Club of Fort Eustis The Kiwanis Club of Fort Eustis meets at noon on the second Thursday of each month at the Fort Eustis Club.

All interested parties are invited and welcome to attend the meetings. Kiwanis International is a global organization of members of every age who are dedicated to changing the world, one child and one community at a time. For more information, contact Lance Musser at 713-1399 or lance@lennysgolf.com.

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Lee Hall Mansion Egg Hunt Come out and join us at the seventh annual Easter Bunny and Great Egg Hunt Saturday from 10 to 11 a.m. at Lee Hall Mansion, 163 Yorktown Rd., Newport News. This event is open to children up to age 12. Admission is $5 per child. The Easter Bunny will also be on hand for games and photo ops. Visitors can experience the Antebellum south and tour rooms furnished in mid-19th century style. For more information, call 888-3371 or visit www.leehall.org.

Easter Eggstravaganza Sandy Bottom Nature Park will host its annual “Easter Eggstravaganza” from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Saturday at 1255 Big Bethel Rd. in Hampton. This event is open to children ages 3-12. The cost is $5 per child. Twenty Easter egg hunts will be held throughout the event, but only 250 tickets will be sold for each age group. Each child that participates will receive a free goodie bag. Other activities will include an Easter Bunny, children’s craft area, storytelling and prizes. Food and beverages will be available for purchase. For more information, call 825-4657.

Easter Sunrise Service Joint Expeditionary Base Little Creek – Fort Story will host the 86th annual Easter Sunrise Service at 6:30 a.m.

Sunday at the historic Cape Henry Memorial Cross, Fort Story. This event is open to the public. The guest speaker is Dr. Dale M. Coulter of Regent University.

The on-site memorial cross was erected in 1935 by the Daughters of the American Colonists to commemorate the raising of a cross by the first settlers who came ashore in 1607. The Cape Henry Memorial Cross is a part of the Colonial National Historical Park administered by the National Park Service.

Guests are requested to enter the base via Gate #8 located on Atlantic Ave. All passengers ages 16 and over are required to have a picture ID for base access. Guests should arrive early and expect slight delays at the gate. Random security checks are performed on a routine basis. For more information, call 422-7665.

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Second Annual 5k Run-Walk to Remember – The Virginia War Memorial’s second annual 5k Run-Walk to Remember will take place starting at 8 a.m. April 6.This event is held to honor and remember the sacrifices of America’s veterans and active military personnel. Other activities will include a one-half mile Kid’s Fun Run for ages 12 and under and a Wheelchair Race. Registration categories include adult, youth (ages 13-15), kids (ages 12 and under) and active-duty military. Awards will be presented in each category. Registration, fees, and packet pick-up information are available at www.vawarmemorial.org. Participants can also register at the War Memorial.

■ Veterans Transition Fair – Following the 5k RunWalk, a free Veterans Transition Fair will be held from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the Paul and Phyllis Galanti Education Center. This event will include medical screenings, legal and career counseling services for recent military veterans, food, and more.

The education center is open from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Monday through Friday and noon to 4 p.m. Sunday. The Shrine of Memory and grounds are open from 5 a.m. to midnight daily. For more information, call (804) 786-2060 or visit www.vawarmemorial.org.

Park Day at Fort Boykin The Civil War Preservation Trust is seeking volunteers to help clean up the beach from 9 to 11 a.m. April 6 at Fort Boykin, 7410 Fort Boykin Trail, in Isle of Wight County. “Park Day” is an annual hands-on preservation event created by the CWPT to assist local groups with the maintenance of Civil War sites. Participants gather at sites to help with activities that range from trash removal to trail building. This event is also presented in partner-

ship with “Take Pride in America,” a division of the Department of Labor.

Fort Boykin is on the Virginia Birding and Wildlife Trail and is home to the commonwealth’s second oldest black walnut tree. The tree is over 200 years old and has been named to the Remarkable Trees of Virginia Project. Fort Boykin is open daily from 8 a.m. to dusk. For more information, contact the Isle of Wight County Historic Resources Department at 357-0115 or visit www.historicisleofwight.com.

Spring Arts and Crafts Show The annual Colonial Williamsburg Employees Spring Arts and Crafts Show will take place from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. April 13-14 at the Historic Triangle Community Services Building, 312 Waller Mill Rd., Williamsburg. Admission and parking are free and open to the public. Jewelry, woodcrafts, photography, paintings, jams and other handmade gifts will be available for purchase. For more information, contact Tanya Lyons at 945-1548 or email twoluvbugs@hotmail.com.

Civil War Re-enactment The Endview Plantation will host a Civil War Re-enactment from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. April 13-14 at 362 Yorktown Rd., Newport News. Come out and see the re-enactment of battles fought 150 years ago in Williamsburg as part of the Sesquicentennial remembrances of the Civil War. Visitors can watch demonstrations, experience camp life, visit with living-historians, listen to lectures and take photos.

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Their panic turned to fear as they climbed down the embankment, their hearts sinking as they saw the crushed vehicle had landed on its driver-side door. They observed a young man emerging from the passenger door - it was the driver.

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The roads were still slick from a morning rain shower. After coming back from the mall, two Airmen were excited for their evening plans – dinner in the city to celebrate a friend’s birthday. As they took their exit off the interstate, nothing could have prepared them for what they were about to witness.

The car in front of them lost control and ipped in the air, landing on the other side of the guardrail and into a ravine.

For Senior Airmen Rahjanaye and Katelynn, the next few minutes would be critical. Ever since meeting at Basic Military Training almost three years ago, Rahjanaye and Katelynn had been each other’s wingmen, and this moment on Feb. 23 was the ultimate test of their life-saving abilities. “We both still couldn’t believe we’d ever see something like that in person,� said Rahjanaye, 497th Operations Support Squadron analyst. “You always see it on TV, but you don’t think you’ll ever witness something like that. You don’t ever think you’re prepared for it.�

Before the scope of the situation could fully sink in, the two Airmen immediately reacted. Rahjanaye pulled her car onto the shoulder and called 911 while Katelynn, an analyst with the 192nd Intelligence Squadron, rushed to the vehicle. “I had no idea what we were going to get into,� said Katelynn. “It was just adrenaline at that point.�

Luckily, a patch of trees had stopped the car from plunging further into the ravine, yet it was unclear the severity of the accident. For the two analysts, their life-saving training immediately kicked in. “Running over, we were both talking about what to do – sit him down, elevate his knees. We had Self-Aid and Buddy Care running through

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Both Rahjanaye and Katelynn expressed a new-found appreciation for their military background resulting from this experience. “If I wasn’t in the military, I don’t think I would have known what to do had he required medical attention,� said Katelynn. “It reminded me to be on your toes because you never know when something might happen. There is reason behind all the training we do.�

While neither Airman has been deployed, nor in a situation where life-saving methods were required, they both agree that this incident solidiďŹ ed the importance of their military training. “It’s deďŹ nitely beneďŹ cial to push through training and take what you can,â€? said Katelynn. “In the BMT situation, you’re learning so much, you don’t realize it’s being engrained in you. It’s actually still there, even though you don’t think about or practice it every day.â€? “These things really can happen, and you don’t have to be deployed to be put in these types of situations,â€? said Rahjanaye. “[Having the training] deďŹ nitely makes me a lot more grateful and gives me peace of mind that I’ll be prepared [in another situation].â€?

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Master Sgt. Alvin Harris, Headquarters Air Force vehicle management and support action ofďŹ cer, laid bare his emotions to personnel at U.S. Air Force Hospital Langley, Langley Air Force Base, Va., March 22 for giving him a second chance at life.

Harris was admitted to the emergency room Jan. 11 complaining of acute chest pain. That same night, Harris was lying in a hospital bed in the intensive care unit wearing a breathing apparatus.

Before Harris discovered the severity of his condition, he knew the staff was on his side. “I thought I had the u, so I went in to get meds,â€? said Harris. “When I mentioned I had chest pains, I got into a room almost immediately. “When you see other people on a stretcher, you don’t realize how serious it can be,â€? he said. “Once I was in that bed, I started thinking of my family’s medical history, my kids, my wife... it was overwhelming.â€?

During his stay, Harris experienced a roller coaster of emotion where his future hung in the balance. “For me, I didn’t know how serious my condition was,� said Harris. “My father died of heart attack, so I couldn’t help but wonder ‘Am I next?’�

The staff evaluated Harris on the spot, and even though the attending technician was training new Airmen, Harris felt comforted and in good hands. “The big part was keeping me informed,� said Harris. “Just knowing my current condition and what they were doing really put me at ease.�

With Harris’s family history of heart disease, he immediately began to worry about his cardiovascular health. After being admitted into the ICU, he discovered the chest pain didn’t come from his heart. “As I was lying in bed, the staff told me my breathing was shallow; almost nonexistent,� said Harris. “The doctor gave me some oxygen, and let me tell you something, it feels real good to breathe.�

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A few hospital visits later, Harris was given a sleeping apparatus and the cardiologist said he was not in any immediate threat of heart attack or other cardiovascular injuries.

With this new energy from his sleeping apparatus, Harris’s quality of life improved, and he just couldn’t contain his gratitude.

Harris came back to the hospital one more time on March 22 and told the staff, through choked-back tears of gratitude, how much their dedication, professionalism and compassion helped him through a troubling time. “I’m alive. I can breathe. You made that happen for me,� said Harris, addressing the medical staff. “If no one ever says thank you, know that my family thanks you; know that I thank you.�

After heart-felt hugs and shared gratitude, dry eyes were hard to come by. Harris said his energy levels have increased and his quality of life has improved signiďŹ cantly. However, for those Airmen in the crowd, not only did they give a man a second chance at life, they also achieved the pinnacle of any medical professional; providing quality care through commitment, passion and love for all.

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538th Transportation Company Vietnam Veterans Reunion. 31 May-2 June 2013 Louisville.

Wythe, 1BR, 1BA, LR, kitchen, furnished apartment, right outside LAFB Lasalle Ave gate, single occupancy, no smoking/pets $600. 757-723-8901

2005 Toyota Solara pristine condition, fuel efficient, $6200 OBRO; 867-8963.

Furniture-Household Brand New Layaway Available MATTRESS SETS Full- $99, Queen- $129, King- $169 40% Military Discount on all other sets!

Can deliver. 757-706-3667 Lawn & Garden Craftsman 21in lawnmower. 7hp,rear bag, front wheel drive. $85.00. 757-256-9894.

2006 Dodge Grand Caravan Low 40Kmi SXT Sprng Ltd Ed Loaded $9500Firm Ph8084977447

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Yorktown, , Beautiful Townhouse End Unit 3BR 2.5BA NO PET Pool Tennis $1395 757-564-1882

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Hampton, Michael Woods, 3BR 2.5BA, 6mi to LAFB Call/text 757.344.4118 for more info.

For Sale-Home (All) Denbigh, , Lg Tudor w/ river view. 4/5BR, 3.5BA, $440K. Adj lot $120K 757-880-2052

For Rent-Townhomes Townhouse for Rent. 3 bdrm master bedroom upstairs. 2bath.Hardwood floors. $ 975 a month Water, trash and condo fee included in rent.Quiet neighborhood minutes away from Langley airforce base, Hampton University and Mercury Blvd.Call 757-965-5206

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