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10 | 20 | 2014

A weekly publication of Newport News Shipbuilding

Shipbuilders Raise Awareness for Heart Health On Oct. 18, more than 40 HII, Newport News Shipbuilding and AMSEC teams participated in the Peninsula Heart Walk. Prior to the start of the walk, the American Heart Association (AHA) held a ceremony to recognize “Lifestyle Change Winners,” individuals who have made positive changes to their daily life. NNS shipbuilder Richard Pierce (O39) was one of the three participants recognized. Before presenting Pierce with a plaque, AHA representatives spoke about Pierce, “Richard has made significant changes to his lifestyle, not only to improve his life, but the life of his family. Robert recently lost 45 pounds after joining a workplace wellness program that encouraged him to eat better and incorporate fitness into his life. Because of that program, he walks, bikes, swims and hikes. Fitness has become part of his lifestyle.”

Career Pathways Kicks Off “Girls with Engineering Minds in Shipbuilding.” ... SEE PG 2

Director and Chief Engineer Charles Southall led Heart Walk participants in the torch ceremony to recognize heart disease survivors. “Thank you for combining forces and hearts to raise funds and awareness of heart disease and stroke,” he said. “Let your torch burn bright!” Participants walked a total of three miles during the Peninsula Heart Walk. NNS Team Lead Britta Brown-Zambrana was impressed with this year’s event. “The walk is a great opportunity for the community to come together and raise awareness... CONTINUED ON PAGE 3

Pictured: NNS Peninsula Heart Walk participants stand in front of the NNS tent prior to the event start on Oct. 18. Photo by Dar Deerfield Mook

EH&S Announces 2014 HHWD and Shredding Event Totals. ... SEE PG 2

Voting is Underway The 2014 Safety Song finalists have been chosen based on lyrics and overall shipyard safety messages. Now it is up to YOU to choose the best. Visit www.huntingtoningalls.com/safetysong to vote. Congratulations to this year’s finalists: Antuan Barnes (O14), Sean Butterfield (O53), Melvin Carter III (X18), Jeffrey Epps (O53), Terry Gray (X42), Mondrale Hicks (O53), Marcus Hills (X42), Deion Johnson (O43), Chris Kelce (O43), Daniel Kissinger (E30), Nickalus Linza (X75), Stephen McEvoy (X43), Daniel Murray (X36), Todd Scherrer (O51), Elizabeth Williams (O14), Derek Wilson (X11) and Dexter Wright (O74). Voting is open to the public and will conclude on Nov. 2 at 11:59 p.m. EST.

Manufacturing Division Inducts Five New Members Into Its “Half Century Club.” ... SEE PG 3


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