Peninsula Warrior Army Edition: 04.07.17

Peninsula

Warrior April 7, 2017 Vol. 7, No. 14

CEREMONY

Service members honor Women’s History Month —Page 3

GOLDFEIN:

Future of war is networked, multi-domain —Page 11

J O I N T

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L A N G L E Y - E U S T I S

P u b l i s h e d i n t h e i n t e r e s t o f p e r s o n n e l a t Jo i n t Ba s e L a n g l e y - E u s t i s

Soldiers partner with College of William & Mary for track and field meet

For more online content, check out www.JBLE.af.mil

Air Force News

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UFC ATHLETES, MMA NOTABLES RETURN TO JBLE Four top ranked athletes from the Ultimate Fighting Championship and three Mixed Martial Arts celebrities will visit Joint Base Langley-Eustis, April 6 through 8, 2017. The group will visit various locations throughout the installations to meet-and-greet with the JBLE community.

The visiting UFC fighters are Brad Tavares, Todd Duffee, Kevin “The Motown Phenom” Lee, Felice “Lil Bulldog” Herrig.

Tavares is a UFC Middleweight.

After starting off his career 5-0, Tavares debuted in the UFC on the reality show “The Ultimate Fighter”. Since his stint on TUF, Tavares has had 13 fights in the UFC scoring victories over Phil Baroni, Lorenz Larkin and Nate Marquardt. He is coming off of a win over Caio Magalhaes at UFC 203 in September 2016. A Hawaiian at heart, Tavares now lives in Las Vegas and trains at Xtreme Couture.

Duffee is a UFC heavyweight who has fought in organizations all over the world including the UFC, Super Fight League and Dream. He holds the fastest KO in the UFC heavyweight history at seven seconds. All of Duffee’s victories have come by way of KO. Duffee has also worked in some acting roles and was on the cover of Muscle & Fitness magazine.

Lee is a UFC Lightweight who is currently on a three-fight win streak and is 15-2 overall. He won his last fight via second round submission over Francisco Trinaldo, earning a Main Event headline tilt at the UFC’s upcoming Fight Night 112 card. Lee lives and trains out of Las Vegas at Xtreme Couture.

Four top ranked athletes from the Ultimate Fighting Championship and two Mixed Martial Arts celebrities will visit Joint Base Langley-Eustis, Va., on April 6 through 8, 2017. The group will visit various locations throughout the instillation to meet-and-greet with the JBLE community.

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Herrig is currently the number 12 ranked strawweight in the UFC. Herrig started her career in Kickboxing and Muay Thai before transitioning into MMA, where she would compete in Bellator, Invicta and the UFC. Herrig was also featured on the Fight Girls reality show as well as the Ultimate Fighter and American Ninja Warrior.

She is currently on a two-fight winning streak that includes victories over notables Kailin Curran and Alexa Grasso.

Joining them are MMA celebrities “Gorgeous” George Garcia, Brian “Goze” Garcia and Jacob “Stitch” Duran.

Duran, an Air Force veteran, has been a lifetime martial artist turned professional cutman for Boxing and Mixed Martial Arts. Stitch has worked with boxers like Andre Ward, Chris Algeri and the Klitschko brothers. Duran has also appeared in movies such as Here Comes the Boom, Oceans 11 and

Creed. In 2010 “From the Fields to the Garden” Duran’s Autobiography was released. His follow up was released in December 2016.

The Garcia brothers are the hosts of the award winning MMAjunkie Radio. In 2013 George and Goze visited troops in Afghanistan and Kyrgyzstan.

They are five-time world MMA award winners for best media source.

“There is no greater honor for us than when we get to meet the heroes that defend our freedom every day,” Garcia said. “I can speak for the athletes and Stitch when I say that we intend to shake every hand, talk to and hang out with every person that comes out to the event(s). We all have such immense respect for service members and their families.”

For a full list of meet-and-greet times and locations visit, www.jbleforcesupport.com.

We want to hear from you. Contact us at 633abw.paedit@us.af.mil, or call 878-4920 or 764-5701.

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Service members honor Women’s History Month

By Staff Sgt. Teresa J. Cleveland

633RD AIR BASE WING PUBLIC AFFAIRS

Members of the Joint Base LangleyEustis community gathered to celebrate those who have challenged the role of women, in both business and the paid labor force, during a ceremony at Fort Eustis, March 31, 2017.

Women’s History Month began in 1978 as a local week-long celebration in Santa Rosa, California. The organizers chose that particular week of March 8th as it would coincide with International Women’s Day. In 1987, Congress ofďŹ cially declared March as National Women’s History Month. “We are proud of our Nation’s achievements in promoting women’s full participation in all aspects of American life and are resolute in our commitment to supporting women’s continued advance-

ment in America and around the world,â€? said U.S. President Donald J. Trump in his 2017 Women’s History Month proclamation. “America will continue to ďŹ ght for women’s rights and equality across the country and around the world.â€?

In conjunction with the National Women’s History Project, this year’s theme ‘Trailblazing women in labor and business,’ payed tribute to women, of all ethnicities, who have fought against pay inequalities, gender discrimination and sexual harassment over the past three centuries.

During the ceremony, attendees viewed slides recognizing 13 honorees, including Barbara Hackman Franklin, former Secretary of Commerce, Barbara “Dustyâ€? Roads, the Flight Attendant’s Union leader, Maggie Lena Walker, the ďŹ rst woman to charter a bank, and Nor-

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ma Yaegar, the ďŹ rst woman stockbroker to be permitted on the oor of the New York Stock Exchange to demonstrate that women can be successful in every ďŹ eld.

Claudia Lynch, U.S. Army Support Activity Deputy Command judge advocate and guest speaker for the ceremony, mentioned the women in her life, such as her grandmothers and coworkers, and how they taught her to ďŹ ght against injustice and stand up for those who couldn’t stand up for themselves. Lynch encouraged both men and women to continue ďŹ ghting for women’s rights and to remember the ordinary women who came before them that did something extraordinary. “The truth is, although the ďŹ ght for women’s rights has gained tremendous strides since 1851, the ďŹ ght continues,â€? said Lynch. “I believe each honoree is an ordinary woman whose action resulted in an extraordinary result or achievement.â€?

For more information about the 2017 honorees, visit the www.nwhp.org or www.womenshistorymonth.gov.

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MONTH OF THE MILITARY CHILD Provided by

U.S. ARMY INSTALLATION MANAGEMENT COMMAND

WHAT IS IT? During the Month of the Military Child, the U.S. Army joins the Department of Defense in the recognition of the commitment, contributions and sacrifices of military children.

This year marks 31st anniversary of the Department of Defense designating April as Month of the Military Child, recognizing that the strength of the nation is built on the readiness and resilience of every member of the all-volunteer Army, including the personal sacrifice of Family members and, in this case, the children of military service members and Department of the Army Civilians.

WHAT HAS THE ARMY DONE? The Army remains fully committed to helping Families become and stay strong by offering a variety of programs and services through U.S. Army Installation Management Command.

This year ’s theme, “Military Kids: At Home Across

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the World,” will help our nation understand how important our military children are, no matter where they are stationed. Throughout the month of April, Army organizations will provide a variety of fun and exciting events such as family fun nights, parades, festivals, and special luncheons to officially recognize military children.

Month of the Military Child activities will differ across DOD and the Army, but all share a common goal: to celebrate and recognize the contributions of military children.

Special events include the Young Lives, Big Stories contest, where military children are invited to share their experiences and win prizes, and Operation Megaphone, where military teens join with others in a worldwide lock-in scheduled for April 28 and 29.

WHAT CONTINUED EFFORTS ARE PLANNED FOR THE FUTURE? As the nation prepares for the future, the Army recognizes that children will continue to experience and work through the challenges of relocations, deployments, reintegration and, if needed, care for their wounded Soldier parent.

Through specialized programs and trained staff, the Army will continue to anticipate and address the evolving needs of Soldiers and Families to ensure they are healthy, ready, and self-reliant.

2017 marks the 31st year that we celebrate the Month of the Military Child; we hereby join the nation in recognizing the important contributions and sacrifices our military children make as we honor them throughout the month of April.”

-Army Senior Leaders message

WHY IS THIS IMPORTANT TO THE ARMY? There are more than 133,000 children and youth registered in 69 child and youth services programs. The Army remains committed to these military Family members to honor the service and sacrifices of those who serve the nation. Month of the military child is one way the Army can recognize, applaud, and celebrate the resilience of military children and youth and their role in ensuring a ready force now and into the future.

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Hiring event for JBLE community The Joint Base Langley-Eustis, Airman & Family Readiness Center and Soldier for Life-Transition Assistance Program will collaborate with the Hampton Roads Community Foundation to sponsor a live hiring event, May 2, 2017 at 9 a.m. through 4 p.m. at Christopher Newport University in Newport News.

The event is designed to provide service members transitioning out of the military, veterans and military spouses the opportunity to interview with hiring managers from various industries.

Registration for the event is free, but must be completed online no later than April 28, 2017 at 12 a.m.

A technology platform, developed by Futures Inc., will be used to pre-match registered participants with the employers participating in the event for a walk-in interview. Interview times will be scheduled to occur on the day of the event.

“This isn’t a job fair, it is an actual hiring event, when you register and submit your resume you are then matched with hiring employers,” said Flerida Taylor, A&FRC community readiness specialist.

The service members’ skills and occupational specialties will be matched to jobs of participating companies.

For more information or assistance with resume review, call A&FRC at 764-3990 or SFL-TAP at 878-2881 or Army Community Services 878-3638.

To attend, register at http://hrmilitaryhemay2017. militaryhiringevents.com.

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Army’s Community Health Promotion Council Management Workshop

By JoJo Huber

U.S. ARMY TRAINING AND DOCTRINE COMMAND SURGEON’S OFFICE

Civilian employee representatives 11 installations attended the Army’s Community Health Promotion Council’s health promotion workshop at U.S. Training and Doctrine Command headquarters at Joint Base Langley-Eustis, Feb. 28 through March 2, 2017.

Participants were trained on the management capability of the CHPC process at the installation level. The participants are in line to assume the Community Ready and Resilient Integrator role for their senior commanders as contracted Health Promotion Officer positions end on March 31. The C2RIs will be responsible for the management of the CHPC process at each installation.

The CHPC process is designed to help senior commanders accomplish this mission through targeted health and resiliency activities to enhance and support enduring personal readiness throughout the total Army.

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“The CHPC provides senior commanders integration and synchronization of installation health and resilience resources to enhance individual performance and increase overall unit readiness across the Army,” said U.S. Army Col. Gary Wheeler, command surgeon for U.S. Army Training and Doctrine Command, during his address to the CR2I’s. “It was amazing bringing together 11 out of 12 CR2Is from TRADOC installations for the common goal to educate them in the management capabilities of the CHPC process.”

He went on to say that the council provides a health promotion governance system that allows commanders at all levels to continuously improve policies, protocols, and procedures based on a holistic approach to risk management.

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U.S. Army Col. Gary Wheeler, command surgeon for U.S. Army Training and Doctrine Command, and Col. Elmer Speights, Army Installation Management Command training deputy chief, addresses the Community Ready and Resilient Integrators at the Community Health Promotion Council Management Workshop, at Joint Base Langley-Eustis, Va., March 2, 2017. The participants are in line to assume the Community Ready and Resilient Integrator role for their senior commanders as contracted Health Promotion Officer positions end on March 31.

chuca, Ariz.; Fort Jackson, S.C.; Fort Knox, Ky.; Fort Lee, Va.; Fort Leonard Wood, Mo.; Rucker, Ala.; Fort Sill, Okla.; and the Presidio of Monterey, Calif.

Col. Elmer Speights, IMCOM training deputy chief, thanked the individuals for attending the workshop and stressed the importance of their future role.

“The role of the CR2I is a high priority for TRADOC senior leaders and we, at IMCOM, will ensure you have everything you need to take on this

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additional duty,” said Speights.

“The collaboration efforts between TRADOC and IMCOM help reduce the gap between the contracted installation HPOs and IMCOM CR2Is.” He also thanked APHC for partnering with them to provide the HPO capability to the garrison civilians that attended the workshop.

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rected senior commanders at all installations to maintain relevant R2 policies, and to align resources and capabilities to requirements to effectively govern the CHPC process.

The EPR order emphasizes the intent to provide an evidence-based management process that integrates and synchronizes R2 capabilities at all echelons, remains adaptive to the environment and efficiently matches resources to requirements.

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STOPPING SEXUAL ASSAULT – NOT JUST IN APRIL

By Chief Master Sgt. Kaleth O. Wright U.S. AIR FORCE

The truth is, the vast majority of Airmen we serve alongside have never – and will never – sexually assault another person in their lifetime. Let me say it again for the people in the back – the vast majority of our Airmen HAVE NEVER and WILL NEVER harm another person. Hard stop.

But the ability and the responsibility to stop sexual assault does not begin and end here. Every survivor, and every Airman who has ever served in a unit impacted by these acts, can tell you first hand it has the same effects as a natural disaster. It’s very real, very devastating and leaves a trail of total destruction in its wake.

Airmen are the heart of our Air Force.

With Airmen, the mission will never fail; without them, the mission will not succeed. And sexual assault deeply and severely impacts our ability to perform the mission.

Every Airman, on their own or together

in a group, has the ability to stop this behavior in its tracks. April is Sexual Assault Awareness and Prevention Month, but putting an end to this devastation within our ranks requires each of us to be engaged, every day, all year round.

Every Airman who demands professionalism in their workplace and in their unit, who insists their fellow Airmen treat each other with dignity and respect, and who enforces professionalism through their words and their deeds is taking action to eliminate assault. Every Airman who embodies our core values every day, on and off duty, in and out of uniform, is supporting a survivor, whether they realize it or not.

Our Airmen are the best the world has ever seen. They’re the best at what they do – from fighting fires to calling in air strikes to defending our bases. Our Airmen are also our best asset for stopping a sexual assault before it happens. Their professionalism and dedication is what generates air-

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power and allows us to fly, flight and win.

That same dedication, when applied to taking care of their fellow Airmen, is what will eliminate these damaging behaviors from our ranks.

People sometimes define integrity as “doing what’s right when no one is looking.” Integrity is also doing what’s right when EVERYONE is looking. Understanding how to recognize opportunities for intervention is what stops unsafe or unacceptable behaviors. That can be learned, and it’s fairly easy. Speaking up when no one else has – that’s the hard part.

But I promise you, when a situation arises that just doesn’t “feel right” or when someone isn’t doing what’s right, there are other Airmen hoping someone will speak up. That someone is you. Your fellow Airmen are looking to you to have the courage to speak up, to do the right thing when no one else will.

The vast majority of Airmen will never sexually assault another person. But EV-

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During a recent message to Airmen, Chief Master Sgt. of the Air Force Kaleth O. Wright addresses Airmen about the responsibility that every Airman has to stop sexual assault.

ERY Airman can be the one to make sure it never happens within our ranks. Today, tomorrow and every day. I’m counting on you – and the Airmen to your left and right are counting on you – to be the one who puts an end to sexual assault in OUR Air Force. I have your back in this fight and I’m asking you to have mine … not just in April.

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Jamar Jenkins, Echo Company, 266th Quartermaster Battalion, 23rd Quartermaster Brigade commander, salutes U.S. Army Pvt. Tory Hamton, Echo Co., 266th Quartermaster Btn., 23rd Quartermaster Bde. advanced individual training student, after her promotion during a track and field meet at the College of William and Mary in Williamsburg, Va., April 1, 2017. Two other Soldiers also promoted during the ceremony, where Jenkins spoke of the promising future to the Soldiers.

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U.S. Army 1st Sgt. Andy Hardy, Echo Company, 266th Quartermaster Battalion, 23rd Quartermaster Brigade first sergeant, assigns Advanced Individual Training students to various stations during a track and field meet at the College of William and Mary in Williamsburg, Va., April 1, 2017. During the event, Soldiers volunteered at different stations to provide support and to build esprit de corp.

U.S. Air Force photo/Staff Sgt. Teresa J. Cleveland

SOLDIERS PARTNER WITH COLLEGE OF WILLIAM & MARY FOR TRACK AND FIELD MEET

By Staff Sgt. Teresa J. Cleveland

633RD AIR BASE WING PUBLIC AFFAIRS

U.S. Army Soldiers assigned to Echo Company, 266th Quartermaster Battalion, 23rd Quartermaster Brigade put their text books aside for a day to volunteer with the College of William & Mary during a track and field meet in Williamsburg, April 1, 2017.

The event, which is the largest scored meet in the country, brought together 65 different colleges and universities, to include 55 men’s and 62 women’s groups, as well as 34 high school teams from six states.

“Running an athletic event, such as a track meet, takes a lot of manpower and coordination of officials and volunteers,” said Alex Heacock, College of William & Mary track and field interim

director. “The service of [the] soldiers is an immense help to us, visiting teams and the competing athletes, as it greatly adds to the quality and efficiency of how the meet is run.”

Echo Co. has provided similar support to William & Mary in the past, to include gymnastics meets, football and basketball games. While volunteering, the Soldiers assisted at the high jump, long jump, javelin and various stations in addition to helping with the coordination, set up and clean-up of the meet.

Also during the event, U.S. Army Capt. Jamar Jenkins, Echo Company, 266th Quartermaster Battalion, 23rd Quartermaster Brigade commander, conducted a promotion ceremony for three privates and thanked the audience, participants and coordinators for their continued support of the military

community.

“What we’ve been able to do is leverage a partnership with our community,” said. Jenkins. “When we talk to our Soldiers about what it means to be in the Army, a big part of it is that we are a part of the community as a whole so it’s important for us to teach these Soldiers that and to help out any way we can.”

In addition to volunteering, the Soldiers participated in a 400 meter relay race to demonstrate the Army’s capabilities and to build esprit de corps within their unit.

“Our soldiers have been raving about this for the last three weeks and they’ve been competing to try to stack teams by classes,” said Jenkins. “So they not only worked but actually participated in the event and we really appreciate William and Mary for allowing us to do this. I

know my Soldiers loved it.”

According to Heacock, he looks forward to continuing the partnership with the Soldiers and any other units interested in volunteering, in the hopes of showing appreciation to service members and growing the bonds with community members.

“These types of partnerships further the understanding of the sacrifices that service men and women make on behalf of all Americans, [by] fostering face-to-face contact between the military and civilians,” said Heacock.

“These partnerships provide very natural opportunities for groups of soldiers to be recognized and appreciated for their service, something that each and every one of them greatly deserve and there is no way that you can put a price tag on that.”

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9 U.S. Army Pvt. Maurice King, Echo Company, 266th Quartermaster Battalion, 23rd Quartermaster Brigade advanced individual training student, rakes the long jump pit during a track and field meet at the College of William and Mary in Williamsburg, Va., April 1, 2017. During the event, Soldiers volunteered at the high jump, long jump, javelin and many other stations.

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U.S. Air Force photo/Staff Sgt. Teresa J. Cleveland

U.S. Army Pvts. Jose Casas and Alec Salazar, Echo Company, 266th Quartermaster Battalion, 23rd Quartermaster Brigade advanced individual training students, adjust the height of the high jump bar. The AIT Soldiers from Echo Co. supported the event, which hosted 65 different colleges and universities, as well as 34 high school teams from six states.

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U.S. Army Capt. Jamar Jenkins, Echo Company, 266th Quartermaster Battalion, 23rd Quartermaster Brigade commander, conducts a promotion ceremony for three Soldiers. Jenkins thanked the audience and event participants for their support of the military community and congratulated the three Soldiers on their success.

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â&#x20AC;˘ April 7, 2017 Children plant pinwheels at the Russ Child Development Center at Joint Base LangleyEustis, Va., April 3, 2017. The pinwheel is the national symbol for the prevention of child abuse and are planted across the nation each April to raise awareness.

PLANTING PINWHEELS RAISES CHILD ABUSE AWARENESS

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Children plant pinwheels at the Russ Child Development Center at Joint Base Langley-Eustis, Va., April 3, 2017. The pinwheel is the national symbol for the prevention of child abuse and are planted across the nation each April to raise awareness.

U.S. Air Force photo/Airman 1st Class Tristan Biese

Aillen Ford, Joint Base Langley-Eustis family advocacy outreach manager, speaks with children about planting pinwheels at the Russ Child Development Center at Joint Base Langley-Eustis, Va., April 3, 2017. The pinwheel planting is a national campaign launched by Prevent Child Abuse America in 2008 to combat child abuse.

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Air Force Chief of Staff Gen. David L. Goldfein discusses the future of warfare with Kevin Baron, from Defense One media outlet, at New America ASU “Future of War” conference, March 21, 2017, in Washington, D.C.

Goldfein: Future of war is networked, multi-domain

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Above: Air Force Chief of Staff Gen. David L. Goldfein discusses the future of warfare with Kevin Baron, from Defense One media outlet, at New America ASU “Future of War” conference, March 21, 2017, in Washington, D.C.

Left: Air Force Chief of Staff Gen. David L. Goldfein discusses the future of warfare with Kevin Baron, from Defense One media outlet, at New America ASU “Future of War” conference, March 21, 2017, in Washington, D.C.

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SECRETARY OF THE AIR FORCE PUBLIC AFFAIRS

Air Force Chief of Staff Gen. David L. Goldfein discussed the Air Force’s role in a networked and multidomain environment during the Future of War Conference 2017 in Washington, D.C., March 21.

Goldfein emphasized the role of fusion warfare in the future of the force.

“The key … is network,” he explained. “How do we network military capability so that we can … create this common operational picture for a decision maker, so we can achieve a decision speed that our adversaries can never match?”

A robust network will give the Air Force the ability to sense the globe through the six domains of air, land, sea, space, cyberspace and undersea, and merge that data into operational information for commanders.

As warfare evolves, air superiority will continue to be paramount to the success of the U.S. military. Goldfein defined air superiority as freedom from attack, to attack, and to maneuver. However, “Air superiority is not an American birthright,” he said.

“We take that very seriously. When a Soldier, Sailor, Airman or Marine is on the ground and they hear a jet

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noise, I don’t want them looking up – ever,” he said. “I want them to always know it’s me, so they can keep their eye on the enemy and do what they have to do.”

Air superiority begins with global reach and global power, Goldfein explained. Roughly every two minutes, aircraft are taking off somewhere on the planet, delivering personnel or supplies where needed.

Future requirements mean the Air Force has to grow, and needs talented people.

“We’re always thinking about our shortfalls, how we move forward to ensure we have the size force we need to be able to dominate those domains, especially in the global security environment … we’re all in competition for talent,” Goldfein said.

While Goldfein said the Air Force is mission ready today, he also noted future challenges include networking and building the capacity for simultaneous operations.

“Do I have the force that’s required to sustain the current fight, at its current operational tempo for the next 10 years, if that’s all I was doing? My answer is – absolutely, yes,” he said.

However, Goldfein also said the service must move beyond discussions of platforms and hardware and begin to focus on the networks they operate in. If the Air Force can do that, it will produce effects no enemy on the planet can counter.

“That, to me, is the center of mass for the future,” he said.

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PREVENTION PROTECTS PETS FROM PESKY DISEASES

By Staff Sgt. Teresa J. Cleveland

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Ringworm, Lyme disease, and roundworms are just a few of the diseases pets can contract from fleas, ticks and heartworms.

Fortunately for military families in the local area, the veterinary clinics at Joint Base Langley-Eustis, provide services that enable pet parents to protect their animals and families from possibly contracting these diseases.

While some pet owners may only treat for fleas, ticks and heartworms during the warmer months, veterinary personnel recommend treating them year-round to prevent the development of diseases brought on by these parasites.

“Many people think they only need to treat in the summer when we see the most mosquitoes and ticks,” said U.S. Army Staff Sgt. Christopher Treftz, Fort Eustis Veterinary Treatment Clinic NCO in charge. “But if you’re not treating year-round, your pet could be bitten by these parasites as soon as the treatment you’ve given them wears off.”

According to the American Heartworm Society, although heartworm disease is seen more in the warmer southern states, it has been reported year-round in all 50 states.

During a pets annual exam, veterinarians and technicians at JBLE recommend testing for heartworm disease, a test which only takes about 10 minutes, but could save pet owners money if the disease is caught early.

“Prevention medication is considerably cheaper than spending several hundred dollars on treatment after an animal has been diagnosed with heartworm disease,” said Dr. Claire Lowery, Langley Veterinary Clinic veterinarian. “And unfortunately, the treatment is very aggressive on the animal and isn’t always guaranteed to work.”

Though heartworm primarily affects pets, ringworm and many other diseases have the possibility of being transmitted to humans who come in contact with the animal. To prevent infection of pets and humans, veterinarians recommend treating both indoor and outdoor pets.

“Some people only treat their outdoor pets because they think they’re the only ones exposed to parasites,” said Treftz. “Parasites can live on the skin for a few days before they die so if an outside pet brings them in and lies on bedding in the house, then it spreads to the indoor pets who lay on that bedding, then the humans [that] pet the animals get it.”

Both veterinary clinics at JBLE provide medications, and provide online pharmacy price comparison list and can make recommendations for individual pet needs.

To schedule an appointment or for more information on flea, tick and heartworm prevention options, contact the Fort Eustis Veterinary Treatment Clinic at 878-5824 or the Langley Veterinary Clinic at 764-5678.

U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Teresa J. Cleveland

Retired U.S. Navy Chief Hospital Corpsman James Holden, speaks with Jo Marie Edmister, Langley Veterinarian Clinic animal health care assistant, regarding heartworm, flea and tick prevention medication at Joint Base Langley-Eustis, Va., Jan. 5, 2017. The veterinary clinics provide price comparison lists for clinic medications alongside major distribution website prices, and make recommendations based on the animal’s needs.

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Jo Marie Edmister, Langley Veterinary Clinic animal health care assistant, performs a Heartworm test during an exam at Joint Base Langley-Eustis, Va., March 28, 2017. Veterinarians and technicians at JBLE recommend testing pets for heartworm disease during annual exams, a test which only takes about 10 minutes.

U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Teresa J. Cleveland

Jo Marie Edmister, Langley Veterinarian Clinic animal health care assistant, uses a microscope to inspect a K-9 lab sampleduring a routine check-up at Joint Base Langley-Eustis, Va., Jan. 5, 2017. Microscopic exams are used to detect and prevent of worms and certain bacteria that pets may be susceptible to based on their breed, age, and local environment.

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Summary Court Martial Officer

2nd Lt. Michael Chubb, 597th Transportation Brigade, is detailed as the Summary Court Officer to secure and make proper disposition of the personal effects of Specialist Ryan Griffin. Anyone having knowledge of money or property due to deceased or claims against the deceased estate, call 2nd Lt. Michael Chubb at 878-6825.

Earth Day Celebration

Army Community Service will host Earth Day Celebration from 3 to 6 p.m. on April 21, 2017 at Fort Eustis Family Housing, 126 Madison Ave. The celebration will be in conjunction with the Community Awareness Fun Fair and will have free activities, food and games. For more information, call 878-3638.

Autism Resource Fair

Army Community Service will host an Autism Resource Fair at 5 p.m. on April 25, 2017 at 650, Monroe Avenue, Ft. Eustis. There will be more than 10 resource tables, make and take crafts, a photo booth and snacks to go. To register or for more information, call 878-3638.

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Submit Eustis Community announcements to pw@militarynews.com • April 28-29 – JBLE MegaPhone Teen Lock-In at the Langley Youth Programs from 9 p.m. to 7 a.m. Teens will be able to participate in various games, tournaments, contests and more. Registration begins April 3 through April 28, 2017. For members, the cost is $10 and non-members the cost is $15. For more information call, 225-2605 or 225-2606.

• April 29-30 – Free Putt-Putt Gold for Children at the Ft. Eustis Mini Park. For more information call, 8782610.

Fort Eustis School age programs events: • April 10-14 – Where I was Born: Youth will pin a map of where they were born to see how many places military children come from.

• April 15 – PURPLE UP! for military kids: Every Friday in April, school personnel will wear purple shirts and encourage the children to do the same.

• April 17-21 – My hero: The children will talk about their heroes and what it means to serve their country.

• April 24-28 – Meal with your military child: Parents are invited to join SAC for a meal with their children.

For more information about Ft. Eustis School Age Programs, call 757-878-5339.

Langley Officers’ Spouses’ Club 2017 Bazaar Car Show

McDonald Army Health Center’s Army Public Health Nursing celebrates National The 2017 Bazaar Car Show, hosted by the Langley Public Health Week

Officers’ Spouses’ Club, will begin May 6, 2017 from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. at 2011 Cunningham Dr., Hampton, Virginia. Set up hours for vendors will be at 9 a.m. to 10 a.m. on May 6, 2017. The Langley Officers’ Spouses’ Club will be accepting vendors and car entries until April 14, 2017. For more information or to reserve a spot, email LangleyOSCBazaar@yahoo.com.

Month of the Military Child

During April, children will bowl for free at the Joint Base Langley-Eustis bowling centers. Children ages 15 and under will receive two free games daily. Specialty games and shoe rental are not included. To register or for more information, call 764-2433 or 878-5482, or visit www.kidsbowlfree.com.

• April 7 – Parents Night Out at the Langley Youth Programs from 6 p.m. to 10 p.m. For more information, call 225-2605 or 225-2606.

• April 7 – JBLE Kids Fest at the Bethal Manor Youth Center from 3 p.m. to 5 p.m. For more information, call 225-2605 or 225-2606.

• April 8 – Fort Eustis Adventure Pool and Easter Egg Hunt will start at 12 p.m. The event is free to the general public. There will be live music, refreshments, games and more. For more information, call 878-1090 or 878-3717.

• April 15 – Father and Daughter Princess Ball at the Langley Bayview Commonwealth Center from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. The cost is $25 per person and final registration is April 7, 2017. Late registration will be available April 10 through April 13, and will be $30 per person.

Ages 3 through 18 can participate. For more information call, 225-2605 or 225-2606.

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Army Public Health Nursing will host a weekly ‘Be Healthy’ Thursday lunch walk and talk starting April 6, 2017 from 12:15 to 12:45 p.m. at Murphy’s Field. The weekly walk and talk is to celebrate the power of prevention, advocate for healthy and fair policies, share strategies for successful partnerships and support the role of a strong public health system. For more information, call 314-7500.

Evening Under the Stars

The Joint Base Langley-Eustis, Va., Military and Family Readiness will host “Evening Under the Stars” at 5 p.m. on May 10, 2017 at the Hampton Roads Convention Center, 1610 Coliseum Drive, Hampton, Va. The event is open to Department of Defense cardholders only and will have over 85 local vendors. For more information, call 757-764-3990.

Joint Base Langley-Eustis Inspector General

Advice from the Inspector General before you call: • Give your chain of command a chance to resolve the problem first • Be honest and don’t provide misleading information • Be sure you have a problem, not just a peeve • Remember IGs can only resolve a case on the basis of fact • Don’t expect instant action on your request.

Be patient • Be prepared to take “no” for the answer • Keep in mind that IGs are not policymakers • Keep in mind that IGs can only recommend,

not order a resolution • If IG assistance is needed, contact your local IG first • To complain without fear of reprisal is the right of any Soldier, civilian or family member seeking IG help

Wounded Warrior Amputee Softball Games

The Wounded Warrior Amputee Softball Team will play one game against the Newport News Police Department and one game against the Newport News Fire Department on April 15, 2017 at 12 p.m. The location of the game will be at Stoney Run Athletic Complex, 15194 Warwick Blvd, Newport News, Va. 23608.

Admission is free. For more information, call 225-7946.

Fort Eustis Tax Center is now open

The Fort Eustis Tax Center is open until April 14, 2017 for in-person advice for active duty members, retirees and dependents. The center will open 8 a.m. to 4 p.m.

Monday, Wednesday and Friday for walk-in services.

From 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Tuesday and Thursday by appointment only for active duty members. Members should bring their W-2, 1099-R, 1098-T, interest or brokerage states, dependent care statements, mortgage statements, rental property statements and last year’s tax return to their appointments. For more information, contact 878-3031.

Virginia War Memorial 5K

The Virginia War Memorial 5K Run-Walk to Remember will be held April 22, 2017 at 8 a.m. at the Virginia War Memorial and Hollywood Cemetery. Units who run in formation will compete for the Priority Automotive Spirit Cup. To participate in the Command Run, five runners must be registered from the command with the lowest combined time will win. To register or for more information, call 804-786-9700.

Company Grade Officer Council welcomes members

The Company Grade Officer Council will meet at 4:45 p.m. at the Bayview Commonwealth Center every third Thursday of the month and is open to all Company Grade Officers. The council has an opening for a U.S. Army officer on the council board. Join the council for professional development, social events and fun. For more information, call 764-9954.

Fort Eustis’ Groninger Library encourages reading

Fort Eustis’ Groninger Library has implemented an ongoing Reading Program entitled “1000 Books Before Kindergarten” and “1000 Books from 1st -5th grades.” For every 100 books read, children can take their reading log to the library to receive a prize. After reading 1000 books, children will receive a free t-shirt.

For more information, contact the library at 878-5017 or visit www.groningerlibrary.com.

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JBLE Violence Prevention and Green Dot office launches new site

The Joint Base Langley-Eustis Violence Prevention and Green Dot office launched a new site. This year’s Green Dot training will begin March 13, 2017. For more information on violence prevention and Green Dot training registration, visit https://www.milsuite.mil/ book/groups/joint-base-langley-eustis-violence-prevention/overview.

2017 Earth Week Events

• April 17 – Rain Barrel Workshop at 9 a.m. to 12 p.m. at Bayview Commonwealth Center.

• April 18 – Nature Trail maintenance at 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the nature trail.

• April 19 – FAMCAMP invasive species and debris removal at 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Bethal Recreation Area.

• April 20 – Shred Truck at 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. at parking lot Southwest corner of Sweeney and Oak Road.

• April 21 – Arbor Day Tree Planting at 10 to 11 a.m. at the Community Commons.

For more information, call 764-1130 or to volunteer call 764-8656.

Langley Comedy Show

The 633rd Force Support Squadron will host a comedy show at the Langley Base Theatre at 7 pm. on April 8, 2017. For more information, call 764-2983 or visit www.jbleforcesupport.com.

Month of the Military Child

During April, children will bowl for free at the Joint Base Langley-Eustis bowling centers. Children ages 15 and under will receive two free games daily. Specialty games and shoe rental are not included. To register or for more information, call 764-2433 or 878-5482, or visit www.kidsbowlfree.com.

• April 7 – Parents Night Out at the Langley Youth Programs from 6 p.m. to 10 p.m. For more information, call 225-2605 or 225-2606.

• April 7 – JBLE Kids Fest at the Bethal Manor Youth Center from 3 p.m. to 5 p.m. For more information, call 225-2605 or 225-2606.

• April 8 – Fort Eustis Adventure Pool and Easter Egg Hunt will start at 12 p.m. The event is free to the general public. There will be live music, refreshments, games and more. For more information, call 878-1090 or 878-3717.

• April 15 – Father and Daughter Princess Ball at the Langley Bayview Commonwealth Center from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. The cost is $25 per person and final registration is April 7, 2017. Late registration will be available April 10 through April 13, and will be $30 per person.

Ages 3 through 18 can participate. For more information call, 225-2605 or 225-2606.

• April 28-29 – JBLE MegaPhone Teen Lock-In at the Langley Youth Programs from 9 p.m. to 7 a.m. Teens will be able to participate in various games, tournaments, contests and more. Registration begins April 3 through April 28, 2017. For members, the cost is $10

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Submit LAFB Community announcements to pw@militarynews.com and non-members the cost is $15. For more information call, 225-2605 or 225-2606.

•April 29-30 – Free Putt-Putt Gold for Children at the Ft. Eustis Mini Park. For more information call, 8782610.

Virginia War Memorial 5K

The Virginia War Memorial 5K Run-Walk to Remember will be held April 22, 2017 at 8 a.m. at the Virginia War Memorial and Hollywood Cemetery. Units who run in formation will compete for the Priority Automotive Spirit Cup. To participate in the Command Run, five runners must be registered from the command with the lowest combined time will win. To register or for more information, call 804-786-9700.

Wounded Warrior Amputee Softball Games

The Wounded Warrior Amputee Softball Team will play one game against the Newport News Police Department and one game against the Newport News Fire Department on April 15, 2017 at 12 p.m. The location of the game will be at Stoney Run Athletic Complex, 15194 Warwick Blvd, Newport News, Va. 23608.

Admission is free. For more information, call 225-7946.

Sea to Stars Classic Volleyball Tournament

Quest 4 Excellence will host the Sea to Stars Volleyball Tournament April 8 and 9, 2017 at the Hampton Roads Convention Center. Tickets are half price for military members and children six and under are free. For more information, visit http://www.q4e.biz.

Langley Officers’ Spouses’ Club 2017 Bazaar Car Show

The 2017 Bazaar Car Show, hosted by the Langley Officers’ Spouses’ Club, will begin May 6, 2017 from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. at 2011 Cunningham Dr., Hampton, Virginia. Set up hours for vendors will be at 9 a.m. to 10 a.m. on May 6, 2017. The Langley Officers’ Spouses’ Club will be accepting vendors and car entries until April 14, 2017. For more information or to reserve a spot, email LangleyOSCBazaar@yahoo.com.

2017 Spring JBLE Key Spouse Base-Wide Social

The 633rd Force Support Squadron Airman and Family Readiness Center will host the 2017 Spring Joint Base Langley-Eustis Key Spouse Base-Wide Social at 5:30 p.m. on May 16, 2017 at the Bayview Commonwealth Center. For more information, call 764-3990 or to RSVP, visit https://einvitations.afit.edu/inv/anim. cfm?i=337761&k=0162450E7D56.

Tax center now open

The Langley Tax Center is now open! Assistance is available at the walk-in kiosks for self-file or call for an appointment at 225-5777 for additional income tax assistance during the hours of 8 a.m.-12 p.m., Monday-Friday.

The tax center is located at 402 Helms Ave., Langley Air Force Base, Va., Bldg. 801 on the basement level.

Parking is located in the back of the building. If entering the building from the front or back entrance, use the stairwell in the lobby to access the tax center on the basement level. The elevator does not work, so call in advance for assistance down the stairs.

Again, an appointment is not required to use the kiosks—the kiosks are available between 8 a.m. and 12 p.m. during the duty day. When using the kiosk, access Military OneSource, an online resource that offers free software to help prepare and file taxes online.

A consultant is available to answer any question regarding Military OneSource for free during the tax season, Jan. through April 18, 2017, at 800-342-9647 while at the tax center or home. When using the kiosks, access to other free tax preparation sites will be available to help individuals prepare their taxes on their own. Military OneSource suggests that before starting on your tax return, gather all necessary tax documents and additional information such as the following: • Social Security numbers and dates of birth for you, your spouse and dependents • Child care, education and adoption costs • W-2 forms for all employers for you and your spouse • Investment income forms • Alimony information • Social Security benefits • Miscellaneous income • Form 1098-E for student loan interest • Form 1098 for home mortgage interest • Charitable donations • Medical and dental expenses • Real estate taxes • Rental property incomes and expenses For more information, call the Tax Center at 2255777.

Joint Base Langley-Eustis Inspector General

Advice from the Inspector General before you call: • Give your chain of command a chance to resolve the problem first • Be honest and don’t provide misleading information • Be sure you have a problem, not just a peeve • Remember IGs can only resolve a case on the basis of fact • Don’t expect instant action on your request.

Be patient • Be prepared to take “no” for the answer • Keep in mind that IGs are not policymakers • Keep in mind that IGs can only recommend, not order a resolution • If IG assistance is needed, contact your local IG first • To complain without fear of reprisal is the right of any Soldier, civilian or family member seeking IG help

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