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By Elliott FabrizioNaval SurfaceWarfare CenterDahlgren DivisionPublic Affairs

Microbiologists trimmedthe hedges, naval engineersinstalled shelving in thegarage and scientists orga-nized the basement.

On the first day of thegovernment furlough, July12, fourteen Naval SurfaceWarfare Center DahlgrenDivision (NSWCDD) em-ployees reported for duty atthe home of a coworker inneed.

Three years ago Constan-tin Langa began to suffer thedebilitating symptoms ofWilson’s disease, a rare ge-netic disorder that makes

his body unable to processcopper.

In a short period of time,Constantin, 30, sufferedsignificant neurologicaldamage, lost much of hisability to walk and talk andnow produces excess salivarequiring his mouth to bestuffed with gauze.

Constantin’s wife, Nich-ole Langa, works full timeat NSWCDD. She is raisingtheir three-year-old son,Traian, while providingconstant care to her hus-band. She also coordinatesa host of doctors, special-ists and care providers. Forher, there is little time avail-able for routine chores andhousehold upkeep.

Collectively, the volun-teers put in approximately84 labor hours, installing

new shelving units, organiz-ing the basement and garageand landscaping the yard.

“It would have takenme, literally, years to dowhat they did in a day,” saidNichole. “For me to do thosechores, I would have neededto find someone to watchTraian and find someoneto be with Constantin, andeven then, I only get smallchunks of time.”

The cleanup effort makeslife simpler for Nichole, pro-viding easier access to Con-stantin’s medical suppliesand mobility equipment.

The relief came fromNSWCDD’s Chemical, Bio-logical, and RadiologicalDefense Division employees

Furloughed Dahlgren employeesvolunteer to help family in need

By Andrew RevelosStaff Writer

Ensuring the interoper-ability of themilitary’s infor-mation systems is critical tomission accomplishment inthe modern era of joint op-erations. From training, toresearch and development,to combat, the importanceof secure, interoperable in-formation systems with themilitary cannot be overem-phasized. The Joint Interop-erability Test Command(JITC), a component of theDefense Information Sys-tems Agency (DISA), ensuresinformation flows freely andsecurely. JITC conductstesting and evaluation ofinformation technology andnational security systems toprovide security assuranceapplicable to the Depart-ment of Defense (DoD) andother military branches.

The military is not theonly organization thathas come to depend onJITC. The Federal Emer-gency Management Agency(FEMA) leverages JITC’sWashington Operations atNaval Support Facility (NSF)Indian Head to test, evaluateand support one of the na-tion’s most critical informa-tion networks: the Integrat-ed Public Alert and WarningSystem (IPAWS).

The Emergency Broad-cast System (EBS) wasimplemented in 1963 as ameans of addressing thepublic through audiblealerts. EBS evolved into theEmergency Alert System(EAS) in 1996 primarily toprovide the President of theUnited States the capabil-ity to address the Americanpublic in the event of a na-tional emergency. IPAWS is

the modernization of thenation’s EAS and was devel-oped by FEMA in responseto Executive Order 13407calling for an “effective, reli-able, integrated, flexible andcomprehensive system toalert and warn the Americanpeople.”

Through the IPAWS in-frastructure, which utilizesthe Common Alerting Proto-col (CAP) standard, authen-

ticated emergency messagesare simultaneously deliv-ered to television, radio,computers, electronic signs,and cellular technologies.

IPAWS integrates theEAS, the National Oceanicand Atmospheric Admin-istration (NOAA) WeatherRadio, Wireless EmergencyAlerts (WEA, also known asCommercial Mobile AlertSystem (CMAS)), Non-

Weather Emergency Mes-sages (NWEM), and otherpublic alerting systems froma single alert and warninginterface.

One of the major goalsfor FEMA when implement-ing IPAWS is to achieve in-teroperability among thevast diversity of governmentand commercial platformsfor Public Alert and Warn-ing. Providing informationto emergency managementpersonnel and vendorsabout IPAWS is pivotal tothe success of the system.Training EmergencyManag-ers and alerting authoritiesfrom around the country touse IPAWS is equally im-portant. Because IPAWS issuch a massive, connectednetwork, in-the-field train-ing activities run the risk of“propagating” training mes-sages into real-world emer-gency broadcasts, with dis-ruptive results. The crownjewel to FEMA’s outreacheffort is JITC’s Test Lab atNSF Indian Head, whichallows alerting authoritiesand system developers theability to exercise and assessalert and warning technolo-gies in a closed IPAWS envi-ronment.

“Use of IPAWS intro-duces a new platform for

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A training version of an AMBER Alert at the JITC Test Lab communicatedin sign language for deaf audiences. The Federal Emergency ManagementAgency Integrated Public Alert and Warning System can be targeted to di-verse and specific communities.

See JITC, Page 2

U.S. Navy photo by Elliott Fabrizio

Employees from the Naval Surface Warfare Cen-ter Dahlgren Division’s (NSWCDD) Chemical, Bio-logical, and Radiological Defense Division spenttheir first furlough day performing householdupkeep chores for the Langa family. ConstantinLanga lost his ability to walk and talk due to thesymptoms of Wilson’s disease, a genetic disorderthat prevents the body from processing copper.Volunteers sought to lighten the burden on Nich-ole Langa, Constantin’s wife, who works full timeat NSWCDD, raises a three-year old and provides24-hour care to Constantin.See Furlough, Page 4

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alerting authorities to acti-vate an emergency messageproviding a safe, closedenvironment for them orvendors to gain familiarityand confidence is what welike to promote,” said JodySmith, JITC project man-ager for FEMA IPAWS.”

Manny Centeno, FEMAprogram manager forIPAWS and a former JITCemployee, said JITC wasinstrumental in the devel-opment and implementa-tion of the IPAWS network.“FEMA depends on JITC,not only for testing IPAWS,but also for technical sup-port,” he said.

“Already, the integrationof the diverse emergencynetworks under the umbrel-la of IPAWS has saved lives,”said Centeno, who citedthe successful recovery ofabducted children after au-thorities issue AMBERAlerts.

Centeno emphasizedthe critical role integratedemergency networks playin such outcomes andpraised JITC’s expertise. “Ithoroughly believe in theirdevelopment process,” hesaid. “JITC has been an ex-cellent partner.”

Though JITC’s workmight not make nationalnews headlines, its expertssay such positive real-worldoutcomes are “very reward-ing.”

So are the large-scaletests of EAS, which culmi-nated in a nation-wide alertexercise on November 9,2011. “It had never beentested at the national level,”said Stan Eckert, JITC Ac-tion Officer for IPAWS

JITC personnel also par-ticipated in a state-wide testof EAS in Alaska in 2010 and2011 in preparation for theNational EAS test during theEAS test in 2010 operationaland functional issues wereidentified, said Eckert. Afterrecommendations for miti-gation were put in place, thesecond test showed markedimprovement allowingFEMA to proceed with con-ducting the National EAStest. JITC employees spent alot of time away from homefor the test, but Eckert saidthe hospitality and exper-tise of the Alaskan authori-ties made the exercise anenjoyable experience.

More travel is in orderfor JITC employees as statesintegrate IPAWS into theirstate emergency plans and

train emergency manage-ment personnel The nextstate on the list is Nebraska,said Eckert. The goal is togive Emergency Managersa high “confidence level”using the IPAWS interfacewith their own emergencyalert systems. Local andstate authorities, as wellas private sector vendors,are also welcome to visitthe JITC Test Lab at IndianHead for testing and evalu-ation.

Measuring the effective-ness of emergency alerttests is another JITC spe-cialty. That process can

consume a lot of manpoweras evaluators try to observemultiple TV and radio sta-tions simultaneously.

John Sauter, senior net-work engineer at JITC, de-signed and built a noveldevice to more efficientlymeasure emergency alerttest. The device has no of-ficial name, but it is a porta-ble, multi-channel monitor-ing device that can observeand record eight TV andeight radio stations. Sautercompleted the project in a“couple of weeks” and thedevice was so successful, 11more have been built.

For more informationabout JITC or to schedulea visit to the FEMA IPAWS

Lab, contact Stan Eckert [email protected] or 301.743.4316.

U. S. Navy photos by Andrew Revelos

John Sauter, senior network engineer at the JointInteroperability test Command, adjusts one of hisportable multi-channel monitoring devices at theJITC’s Test Lab at Naval Support Facility IndianHead on July 16.

A sample of the Integrated Public Alert and Warn-ing System testing tools at the JITC Test Lab atNSF Indian Head.

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Boatswain’s Mate First Class Jesus LopezNSASP Senior Sailor of the Quarter

Boatswain’s Mate First Class (BM1) Jesus Lopez was rec-ognized as Naval Support Activity South Potomac’s SeniorSailor of the Quarter at a July 17 ceremony at Naval SupportFacility Dahlgren. Lopez is a Newark, New Jersey native anda 13-year Navy veteran.

Lopez enlisted in 1999 after graduating high school, buthis Navy plans were cemented long before. “I knew I wasgoing to join the Navy at a young age,” he said. “In aboutfourth grade, my cousin and I were discussing the militaryand I told him I wanted to join the Navy when I graduatedhigh school.”

That decision became stronger as graduation got closer.“Coming from New Jersey, it was pretty difficult; just me,my mother and three sisters,” he said. “There were manyobstacles I had to overcome with myself. Just having a goaldidn’t mean that I would obtain them. The hunger to pro-vide and continue to assist my mother motivated me tostay determined and stay focused. There’s structure in themilitary; the maturity and responsibility was something Ineeded and wanted.”

When high school came around, he was still “hungry”and determined to join the Navy. “The U.S. Navy was planA, B and C,” said Lopez. “There was no room for failure ordisappointments.”

Lopez doesn’t plan on leaving the Navy anytime soon.“I’m not planning to retire at 20 years,” he said. “I’d like todo more when I make rank. I want to teach, influence andmotivate future Sailors. I want them to understand that thisis their Navy and what they do can change this Navy; mak-ing history is not out of reach.”

In the meantime, Lopez has set his sights on attaining acollege degree in either criminal justice or homeland secu-rity. “While I’m here I’m going to take advantage of going toschool. I want to at least complete an associates [degree].”

Lopez doesn’t hesitate when asked about the pinnaclemoment of his career thus far. “When I joined the Navy Iwas very happy and enthusiastic, and extremely intimi-

dated.” he said. “When I got rank. I never knew so manypeople would look at you in a leadership role. I knew thatday would come but I still wasn’t sure that I’d advance. Mybiggest highlight was when I was promoted to [petty officer]first class. I was happy, but what made me feel even betterwas that my shipmates were even happier than me. Otherthan the birth of my children, it has to be one of the bestfeelings I’ve ever felt.”

Much of Lopez’s career has seen him serving onboardUSS Carl Vinson and USS George H.W. Bush. He recalledfond memories of serving on the former, his first ship. “Myfirst day, there was steam coming off the ship and it was indry dock. I’ve got my sea bag and I’m wearing my whites.”

That first deployment and the ones that followed helpedmold Lopez into the successful Sailor he is today. “Encoun-tering so many people, personalities and races, it developsyour maturity and professionalism.”

Lopez says he has come to value the qualities of maturityand unselfishness and encouraged junior Sailors to do thesame. “Don’t be closed-minded,” he advised.

A father-of-three, Lopez enjoys spending time with hischildren and “loves” riding his motorcycle, a Suzuki GSX-R1000. That passion led him to establish a motorcycle clubwhile stationed in Hampton. “Every month we volunteerat a soup kitchen and feed the homeless,” he said. “We’vebeen volunteering for about five years. The feeling nevergets old, to know that I can give back. [It’s exciting] to knowthat it only takes a little to make a change. My oldest sonis enthusiastic and eager every to volunteer every month.”

Lopez’s aspirations go well beyond the Navy. He writespoetry and would like to write a book about his cousin’s lifestruggles and triumphs since immigrating to the U.S. fromthe Dominican Republican. “One of my biggest goals in life,besides being a good parent, I definitely want to become anauthor and pass on some of my thoughts and passions thatdrive me. Hopefully after I retire from it all, I have inspiredsomeone to continue to drive.”

As for the recognition of Sailor of the Quarter, Lopez washumble. “I was honored,” he said. “It felt good.”

Culinary Specialist Second Class Johanna AbreuNSASP Junior Sailor of the Quarter

Naval Support Activity South Potomac recognized Culi-

nary Specialist Second Class (CS2) Johanna Abreu as JuniorSailor of the Quarter at a July 17 ceremony at Naval SupportFacility Dahlgren. Abreu is a five-year Navy veteran “bornand raised” in New York City.

Abreu is no stranger to the distinction; this is the thirdtime she’s been recognized as the Junior Sailor of the Quar-ter. Her decision to join the Navy came after graduatinghigh school and a stint in college. “I used to work as a medi-cal assistant and I was tired of the routine,” she said. “I got acall from a [Navy] recruiter looking for my brother, Elvis. Heasked if Elvis would be interested in joining the Navy. I saidI don’t know about my brother, but I am. I spoke to him,did my research and maybe two months later, I signed up.”

Like many young people who join the military, Abreu’sfamily was concerned about her enlisting during wartime.“No one wanted me to join,” she said, grinning. “They wereproud once I graduated boot camp.”

For most of Abreu’s career, she served with Navy CargoHandling Battalion 1 out of Williamsburg, duty that took herto far flung places such as Hawaii, Thailand, Haiti, Cuba,Oman, Dubai and Afghanistan. Hawaii and Thailand wereAbreu’s favorites on the list, though she enjoyedmost of thedestinations. “I visited some cool places,” she said. “It wasgreat.”

Because NCHB1 does most of its missions using aircraft,Abreu has yet to be stationed onboard a ship. “We used tofly to places, then take a boat to a ship and do cargo han-dling,” she said.

NSASP celebrates Sailors of the Quarter

BM1 Lopez CS2 Abreu

See Awards, Page 5

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CARPOOL/VANPOOL WANTED

Rider seeks rideshare from La Plata to In-dian Head. Call Louie, 276-971-9837

Employee moving to either Fredericksburg,Va. or Maryland is in need of commute toNSF Dahlgren. Ideal commuting arrange-ment would be transportation that couldpick-up and drop-off at or close to place ofresidence. Please call for more information,Sheila 214-529-3690.

Starting a Van Pool, A+ quality 7-pas-senger van, departs NLT 0635 fromFieldhouse/Courthouse Rd. commuter lotto Dahlgren, Mon-Thurs work hours (0715-1545) except Fri (0715-1515). Call Chengat 540-653-5909. A-Gate commuter wantedonly.

Van or carpool desired from any rideshareparking area or Reston Town Center. De-part between 0600-0700, return from IndianHead between 160-1700. Call Moses,(301) 743-4180.

Van or Car pool desired from Freder-icksburg or King George to Indian Head,Monday thru Friday with one RDO, prefer7-430, but hours can be negotiated. 703-909-3380.

Riders wanted to start a carpool from theNorthern Neck (Lively/Lancaster), passingthrough Warsaw at 0605 and Montross at0615, arriving at Dahlgren by 0700; leavingDahlgren at 1600. Call Lea at 540-653-6776 or 571-232-5412 (cell).

From the Ferry Farm area to DahlgrenBldg. 1500 area. Prefer early work hours.Call Mark, 540-653-2148.

Riders wanted for van pool. Leaves fromRichmond at Home Depot on Atlee-ElmontRd. (exit # 86B off I-95) to Dahlgren. CallDavid at (540) 653-9203.

Want to start a carpool? Need riders?

“Commuter Clearinghouse” is a source forinformation on carpools or vanpools thatalready exist and need passengers, as wellas a place for employees to advertise to starta carpool or vanpool. Whether you alreadyoperate a carpool or vanpool and are opento accepting new riders or need drivers, orif you are looking for a carpool or vanpool,provide us with information that might helpyou find or start a commuter opportunity,such as, where you will need to commutefrom and to, preferred schedule and contactinformation. You can send your informationvia e-mail to nsasp_pao_dlgr@ navy.mil orcontact our office toll free at 866-359-5540,or DSN 249-8153, or 540-653-8153.

FREDERICKSBURG RIDESHARING

GWRideConnect is a free ridesharing ser-vice that assists persons who are seekingdaily transportation from Fredericksburg,Stafford, Spotsylvania, Caroline and KingGeorge counties to employment locationsin Dahlgren among other employment sites.www.gwregion.org/gwride connect.html.

Commander, Navy Installations Com-mand (CNIC) has made access to the CNICGateway2.0 (theG2) enterpriseportal avail-able to all personnelwith a validDoDCom-mon Access Card (CAC).

The G2 is an information sharing andcollaboration portal which provides a se-cure single entry point to access usefultools/functions and is an enterprise plat-form that enables data communication,business intelligence, and business auto-mation. It supports and optimizes the on-line operations environment for CNIC byproviding a reliable infrastructure for theworkforce to access information. It alsoprovides enhanced collaboration toolswhich allow for a more productive and col-laborative working environment across theorganization.

G2 allows access to all CAC-enabledDoD employees and business partners.You can access G2 from home, work, or a

NMCI-enabled computer as long as youhave a CAC reader.

Go to https://g2.cnic.navy.mil/NSA-SOUTHPOTOMAC/Pages/default.aspx.You will receive a notification window tochoose a digital certificate. Ensure you se-lect your email certificate and clickOK. Youwill be prompted for a PIN. Enter your PINand click OK. You now have limited accessto G2 but will be able to view all public or-ganizational pages. You will not be able toaccess the “MyWorkspace” tab (houses theG2 collaborative capabilities) and will havelimited access to “Team Spaces.”

You will also have access to the CNICand NDW landing sites at https://g2.cnic.navy.mil/cnichome/pages/cnichome.aspxand https://g2.cnic.navy.mil/cnrndw/Pag-es/Default.aspx respectively.

Some things you’ll find useful at the Na-val Support Activity SouthPotomac landingsite include:

- NSA South Potomac Plan of the Week(POW)

- Announcements- Calendar of Events- General Base Information- NSA South Potomac Instructions, Di-

rectives, andNoticesUsing the “Alert Me” function gives us-

ers the ability to have theG2 send automat-ed emails based on your preferences. Youcanprogram the frequency inwhichG2cancontact youwhenchangesof interest occur.

Over the next few months, NSASP willcontinue to populate the announcementsand calendar as well as advertise this newinformation exchange system to you andyour personnel. This is another way forNSA South Potomac to provide informa-tion to installation tenants, employees andresidents and reduce the reliance on emaildistributions.

G2 provides command information

Rappahannock Community College’sRappahannock Institute for Lifelong Learn-ingwill offer “TheHistoryof theNavyon thePotomac River” beginning September 30 atthe new Dahlgren History Museum, 3540James Madison Hwy. in the old PotomacGatewayWelcomeCenter, KingGeorge, Va.

The course will be offered in three partsfrom 1 - 3 p.m. on Sept. 30, Oct. 7 and Oct.14. The first installment on Sept. 30 willbe a lesson in the history of King GeorgeCounty, presented by Elizabeth Lee of theKingGeorgeHistorical Society. The secondinstallment, present Oct. 7 will be the his-tory of the Navy at Indian Head, presentedby Dr. Robert Gates. The third installmenton Oct. 14 will be the history of the Navy atDahlgren, presented byMr. AlanDean.

This course will present the history ofthe United States Navy laboratory systemon thePotomacRiver. Itwill discuss the lab-oratory systemandgun testing at theWash-ington Navy Yard; the establishment of theNaval Proving Ground in Indian Head,Maryland; and the latter’s transformationinto theNavy’s center for “energetic”mate-rials-explosives, propellants, pyrotechnics,reactive materials, related chemicals andfuels, and their applications in propulsionsystems and ordnance. Finally, the coursewill cover the Proving Ground’s 1918 moveto Dahlgren, and its evolution into a majorresearch and development center.

Elizabeth Lee is a past president of theKing George County Historical Society, di-rector of the King George County Museum

and Research Center, and the author ofseveral books on King George County. Dr.Rob Gates was technical director of theIndian Head Division of the Naval SurfaceWarfare Center until his recent retirement,and is now vice president of the DahlgrenHeritage Foundation. Alan Dean is a long-time employee of the Dahlgren Division oftheNaval SurfaceWarfareCenter- currentlyhead of the Workforce Directorate of theNaval Sea Systems Warfare Centers and anadjunct professor at the University of MaryWashington.

Information concerning registration canbe found on the RCC Educational Founda-tion webpage, http://www.rappahannock.edu/foundation/rill-rappahannock-insti-tute-for-lifelong-learning/.

RCC offers History of the Navy on the Potomac River


Jim Feldman is settling into his newpo-sition leadingNaval Support Activity SouthPotomac’s Fleet and Family Readinessprograms since he assumed directorshipin June. Feldman is currently dual-hatted:he accepted the new position while keep-ing his responsibilities as the director ofMorale, Welfare and Recreation. An Oma-ha, Nebraska native and retired Air Forcesenior master sergeant, Feldman alreadyhas an appreciation for the hard work anddedication of FFR and MWR employeesduring a time of budget cuts.

“We have peoplewho arewilling to stepup anddo anything that needs to be done,”he said. “Far and away, that’s the way it iswith everybody, from the people workingbehind the counter at Gray’s Landing andthe Fitness Centers, to the Naval GatewayInns and Suites, they’re all willing to dowhatever needs to be done.”

Feldman also praised managers whohave taken on addition responsibilities.“Since I’m dual-hatted, those direct re-ports have to step up too and handle someof the things I used to do on their own,with a little less involvement fromme,” hesaid.

The cuts have taken their measure ofphysical and mental effort and will con-tinue to do so for the foreseeable future.“The fiscal environment is tough,” saidFeldman, describing a particularly difficultseries of proposed double-digit percent-

age cuts. “We have been saying that [fiscalyear 2014] looks like it will be a continua-tion of [fiscal year 2013].”

The fiscal situation does, however, havea few bright spots. “We’re hoping to get theold child care center renovated and open,”said Feldman. “That is going to provideadditional spaces for children. The currentwait is not huge, but there is a wait list.”

Though cuts to the hours of the LibertyCenters will remain in-place next year, theprogram will soon share space with In-formation, Tickets and Travel in the fall,offering savings while still maintainingservice. “We’re taking the ITT office andcombining it with the Liberty Center,” saidFeldman. “It’s going to increase the hours

of the Liberty Program and it’s going toincrease the hours when people can go byand get tickets.”

Feldman emphasized the importanceof “knowledge-sharing” with regional FFRprograms to mitigate the effects of thecuts.

The current era of cuts is not the firsttime Feldman has navigated tight budgets.He began working for the Navy in 1992 af-ter retiring from active duty with the AirForce for 20 years. Much of Feldman’s ser-vice was dedicated to electronics, air traf-fic control system,missiles and radars. Hisservice took him to the Philippines, Japanand Germany, as well as stateside tours inCalifornia and Maryland. After retirementhe accepted a job at Naval Air StationPatuxent River, where he spent 17 years.

Though much has changed in Feld-man’s career through the years, much hasremained the same. “No matter what jobyou’ve got, you’re dealingwith people,” hesaid. “You’ve got to be able to sit down andtalk to people about problems.”

Feldman became theMWR director forNSASP in 2009 and it’s been busy since theget-go. “Nothing stops,” he said. “Everyprogram experiences problems that needto be solved. And we have two bases—Dahlgren and IndianHead—so there’s justa lot going on.”

When Feldman isn’t working, he enjoysspending time with his wife of 39 years,Patti, as well as his children and grandchil-dren. Feldman also enjoys spending timein his garden and “piddling around” withwood-working.

Budget cuts and stepping up

U. S. Navy photo by Andrew Revelos

Jim Feldman, right, director ofFleet and Family Readiness pro-grams and Morale, Welfare andRecreation for Naval Support Ac-tivity South Potomac, visits Karo-lyn Haywood, center, café opera-tor, and Donna Kelly, left, foodservice worker, at Naval SupportFacility Dahlgren on July 18.

and was organized by Division Head Mike Purello and Fi-nancial Analyst Karen Jarrell.

“Most of the folks are taking Friday as a furlough day, sowe put this out there as something people could do-strictlyvoluntary, but we got a lot of interest,” said Purello.

Purello added that, “these guys could be doing otherthings-relaxing, taking a long weekend-but instead they de-cided to come out here and help someonewho really needs itright now. I’m humbled by what I saw here.”

For some of the volunteers the decision to help was aneasy choice.

“I’m furloughed, so I could be sitting at home complainingabout it, or I can come out here and do something good tohelp someone,” said Navy biologist Jeanne Fravel.

The majority of volunteers did not know the Langa familypersonally but heard their story and wanted to do what theycould to help.

“I am a young mother too,” said Amanda Clark, a Navymicrobiologist. “It’s a lot to deal with evenwhen you have twohealthy parents. You never know when you may be in thatsame type of situation, so it’s the least that I can do to comeout and help somebody who needs it.”

“My family came here from Vietnam and we had noth-ing”, said Navy scientist Wynn Vo. “There’s a lot of peoplethat gave us help along theway. After hearing about the hard-ships Nichole is going through, I feel that if we can make lifea fraction easier for her, it’s worth it.”

Many employees from NSWCDD that could not volun-teer their time donated food and filtered water to the Langafamily.

Constantin can’t talk, but can use sign language, an iPadnotebook and e-mail to communicate.

“There are no words to explain my gratitude and grateful-ness for them to help,” said Constantin in an e-mail. “As a dadand husband, I’m thankful that they helpedwith projects thatI can’t do right now. I was amazed at their beautiful hearts.”

Constantin is on an aggressive regime of medication thatremoves the copper from his system; however, the side ef-fects include severe cramping and pain. It’s a price Constan-tin willingly pays to get better.

“Right now we have a goal of being better by November,”said Nichole. “Better is a generic term for us. It doesn’t meanhe’ll be walking; it just means let’s see some improvement.


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The Fleet and Family Support Center offers legalappointments on August 20 and October 1. Appoint-ments are for active duty military, reservists, retireesand their family members. Do you have your power ofattorney and will squared away? Call 540-653-1839 tomake an appointment today!

Veterans Services FairA Veterans Services Fair for Dahlgren employees that

are military veterans will be held July 30 from 11 a.m. - 1p.m. at University of Mary Washington-Dahlgren Cam-pus. Meet representatives from numerous veterans af-fairs organizations as well as other base organizations.Event is presented by NSWCDD Office of EEO and Vet-erans Special Emphasis ProgramManager.

Navy Ball Lunch Fundraiser at ATRCThe Dahlgren Navy Ball Committee is selling lunch

daily (weather permitting) from 11 a.m. - 1 p.m. at theATRC gazebo. Please come out for lunch and supportthe Dahlgren Navy Ball Committee.

Second Tour Thrift Store Closed in AugustThe Second Tour thrift store will be closed from Aug

15th- Sept 12th. There will be a summer bag sale in thefirst two weeks of August when the Tour is open Thurs-days from 9 a.m.-1 p.m. We will not be accepting do-nations during the closed period. Please do not leavedonations anywhere on the property as we will not beable to process them. We appreciate your understand-ing and ask that you use Goodwill at Wal-Mart or otherthrift stores in the area during this time.

Indian HeadT&J BBQ at Stump Neck Annex

The T&J BBQ Lunch Truck is rolling into NSF IndianHead/Stump Neck Annex! They will be onsite near thefirehouse Tuesday - Thursday from 11 a.m. - 2 p.m.Come out for a yummy lunch today! Kraving Kabobswill be Mainside every Tuesday from 11 a.m. - 2 p.m.near the Navy Exchange.

IH “Treasures” Thrift Store Needs Donations!The Indian Head Thrift Store “Treasures” is now

open on Tuesdays from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. We’re sureyou’ll love all the treasures you’ll find. Open to every-one - military and civilian! Come by and check us out.The store is located at 12 Strauss Ave. next door to theUSO. Donations of gently used items are currently be-ing accepted. Want to earn up to $5 in free items fromthe thrift store every month? Volunteer! Stop by thethrift store during operating hours or email [email protected] for information.

To publish information on your event or programunder “Base Happenings,” contact NSASP Public Affairsat 540-653-8153 or email [email protected].

Base Happenings

The King George Ameri-can Legion Post 89 will holdtwo annual events in Sep-tember. On September 14,they’ll hold their AnnualPost 89 Crab Feast, featur-ing all you can eat crabs,burgers and hot dogs. Costis $10 for members andfamily, $15 for guest. PleaseRSVP to Steve Heitmeyer,(540) 775-8316 or by email,[email protected]. On September28, they’ll hold the Fifth An-nual Wounded Warrior PigBBQ and Bike Rally from 11a.m. to 3 p.m. Event will in-clude food, entertainment

and bands. Cost is $10 permeal or $5 for active dutymilitary and First Respond-ers. All proceeds benefitWounded Warrior charitiesin the area. The AmericanLegion also offers Bingo ev-ery Friday night from 7 - 10p.m. Food is available forpurchase.

All local veterans, retiredand active duty, are encour-aged to become members ofthe King George AmericanLegion. If you’d like to join,visit the Post at 10021 Dahl-gren Rd., King George, Va.22485 or email [email protected].

KG American Legionplans annual events

U.S. Navy photo by Elliott Fabrizio

Constantin Langa writes a thank you messageusing his iPad notebook as 14 volunteers fromNaval Surface Warfare Center Dalhgren Division(NSWCDD) help complete household upkeepchores for his family. Hanging from the front dooris a thank you message his son Traian created.Constantin Langa has Wilson’s disease and re-cently lost the ability to walk and talk. Gauze areplaced in his mouth at all times to absorb excesssaliva, also caused by the disorder. Employeesfrom Chemical, Biological, and Radiological De-fense Division spent their first furlough day pro-viding relief to Nichole Langa, Constantin’s wife,who works full time at NSWCDD, raises a three-year old and provides 24-hour care to Constantin.

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The Second Tour Thrift Store at 722 SampsonRoad, NSF Dahlgren, will be closed from Aug. 15-Sept. 12 for vacation. There will be a summer bagsale the first two Thursdays in August from 9 a.m.-1 p.m. We will not be accepting donations duringthe closed period. Please do not leave donationsanywhere on the property as we will not be ableto process them. We appreciate your understand-ing and ask that you use Goodwill at Wal-Mart orother thrift stores in the area during this time. Allsales made at Second Tour Thrift Store benefitscholarships for military dependents as well asdonations to local non-profit organizations pro-viding services to our community.

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BowlingCenter

Youth “Learn-2-Bowl”

July 27 - August 31, 2- 4 p.m.

Eligible patrons in-clude all with base ac-cess. Does your child (ages 5-12) want to learn how to bowl?We are holding a six week program on Sundays to teachchildren the fundamentals of bowling. Cost is $5 a day. Formore information, please contact Cannonball Lanes at 540-653-7327.

Scotch Doubles TournamentJuly 27, 6 p.m.Eligible patrons include all with base access. Must be

18 to bowl. Bring out your friends for this event! Prizes willbe awarded to the top three places. For more information,please contact Cannonball Lanes at 540-653-7327.

Liberty CenterSlip-N-Slide Saturday at the Liberty Center

July 27, Noon - 8 p.m.Free to Liberty Center patrons only, E1- E6 single/unac-

companied active duty Military.Come join Liberty for a day of fun in the sun. Slip and

slides will be set up in the Liberty courtyard and cool offwith refreshments all day. For more information, pleasecontact the Liberty Center at 540-653-7277.

Liberty Movie and Pizza NightJuly 30, 3 p.m.Free and open to Liberty Center patrons onlyHave dinnerwith Liberty and enjoy the newestmovies. For

more information, please contact the Liberty Center at 540-653-7277. Pizza is sponsored by Dahlgren Domino’s Pizza.

Youth Activities Center540-653-8009

Missoula Children’s Theater Production of Jackand the Beanstalk

Auditions: Monday, July 29. Performance: August 2, 3p.m. and 5 p.m. at the Dahlgren School

A Missoula team will arrive with a set, lights, costumes,props and make-up, everything it takes to put on a play...except the cast. The team and host facility will hold openauditions and casts parts for 50-60 local children 6 years ofage (entering the 1st grade) through age 17 to perform inthe production of Jack and the Beanstalk. The show is re-hearsed throughout the week and two public performancesare presented. Auditions: Monday, July 29 from 9 a.m. - 12p.m. Rehearsal times/dates will be given once auditions arecomplete. All children selected to be in the performancemust attend ALL rehearsals. Performance date will be Fri-day, August 2 at the Dahlgren School. Cost is $3 and chil-dren 17 and under are free. For information contact YouthActivities Center at 540-653-8009.

School Age RegistrationJuly 29-30 - Kids that are currently in the SAC programAug 1-2 - New military dependentsAug 5-7 - DoD Civilian dependentsAugust 8-9 - Contractor dependentsLocation: Dahlgren Youth Activities CenterRegistration for before and after school care. Registra-

tion for children K - 12 years of age. Eligible patrons includeActive duty Military, DoD civilians or contractors of NSFDahlgren. Cost is based on a sliding scale. Sponsors mustbring a copy of their LES for both parents and proof of eligi-bility. For more information contact Youth Activities Centerat 540-653-8009.

Aquatics Center3rd Annual Cardboard Boat Regatta

August 10, 5 - 7 p.m.Eligible patrons include all with base access.Participants must also provide their own materials and

paddles. Come out to race your boat against others and seeif it really is sea worthy! Boats are to be constructed withONLY cardboard, duct tape and plastic sheeting. The racewill be two laps (down and back) in the pool (25 yards). Divi-sions for racing will be military, family (at least one adult),chief selectees and kids (no adults). Prizes will be awardedfor 1st, 2nd and 3rd place in each division and will consistof most artistic, most durable and most likely to be ma-rooned! Please register at the Aquatics Center by August2nd. Children MUST wear a life vest (the Aquatics Centerhas a limited supply). For more information, please contactthe Aquatics Center at 540-653-8088.

General LibrarySummer Reading Program - Completion Party

August 9, 4 p.m.Free to eligible patronsWe did it! We read all summer long and now it’s time to

celebrate a great job. There will be magician from 4 - 5 p.m.There will be snacks as well as grilling hot dogs! For moreinformation, please contact the Dahlgren General Libraryat 540-653-7474.

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onstration classes will beheld from 11 am to 1 pmon the second Monday of each month. These classes areFREE and open to all eligible patrons. For more informa-tion contact [email protected].

Aquatics CenterBack to School Pool Party

August 14, 7:30 p.m. at the NSF Indian Head Aquatics

Center. Come enjoy an evening of swimming before you goback to school. There will be water games and fun competi-tions. Float in the pool and watch a movie at dusk.

Dive In to Summer FunThe NSF Indian Head swimming pool is open for the

2013 summer season. Hours of operation through LaborDay will be 11 a.m. - 1 p.m. for lap swim, 1 - 7 p.m. for openswim and 7:30 - 10 p.m. for pool rentals. Swim lessons areoffered byMWR for all skill levels and at a variety of times tosuit your needs. Water aerobics classes are offered through-out the season. Contact the pool staff at 301-744-4616 formore information.

Dive In MoviesCome in and swim at 7:30 p.m., movie starts at dusk.

Bring a float and watch a movie in the pool. All movies arerated G. This program is FREE and open to all eligible pa-trons. July 31 and August 14.

Youth CenterSummer Teen Camp

Looking for something for your teen to do this summer?Teen Camp will run Tuesday - Thursday of the followingweeks: July 30-Aug 1 and Aug 6-8. Teen Camp is $84 perteen each week. The overnight camping trip occurs the lastweek (August 6-8). The trip will be $140 per teen, includingfood, fun activities, and lodging. For more information con-tact the Youth Center at 301-743-5456.

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540-653-7336Hours of OperationFriday and Saturday: 7 p.m. Showings

Price of ShowsCivilians - $5AD, Retired, Reserve, Family Members (E7 - above) $4AD, Reserve, Family Members (E6 - below) - $2.50Child (6-11) - $2; Child (5 and under) - FreeTickets for a movie shown in 3-D are an additional $1

Friday, July 26th7 p.m. - White House Down, PG-13

Saturday, July 27th2 p.m. - Monsters University (2-D), G

Saturday, July 27th7 p.m. - World War Z, PG-13

Friday, August 2nd7 p.m. - Man of Steel, PG-13

Saturday, August 3rd7 p.m. - The Heat, R

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For six “hot and tiring” months, Abreu served in Af-ghanistan. “My first night arriving in Kandahar, we gotmortared,” she said. “That was pretty intense and scary.The sirens went off when I was getting off the plane and wehad to run to a bunker. I didn’t know what was going on; Ithought it was an exercise, but it was the real deal.”

The Taliban who welcomed Abreu to Afghanistan con-tinued their activities throughout her deployment. “You’dbe brushing your teeth or eating, anything; once those si-rens came on you had to grab your helmet and vest and getinto the bunker. Sometimes it would happen two or threetimes a day.”

During one re-supply mission, Abreu nearly flipped thetruck she was driving. “I was swerving to miss potholes andjunk on the road and the whole thing started to tilt,” shesaid.

Like many veterans, Abreu left Afghanistan with a great-er appreciation for life’s peaceful, everyday moments. “Iwas shocked,” she said. “I still couldn’t believe what I ex-perienced. I was very grateful, very happy that I was back.I was also appreciative that I served there, because it’s anexperience I can take with me.”

Abreu has enjoyed life at Naval Support Facility Dahl-gren, but change is on the horizon in the form of perma-nent change of station orders that she’ll see in the fall. Sheis undecided about staying in the Navy long-term. “We’llsee what happens,” she said. “All I can say is that the Navyhas been very good to me. I’ve met fantastic people. I’vemade and kept awesome friends from the military and I’velearned and grown a lot. I’m just grateful that the United

States Navy gave me this opportunity. Whether I re-enlistor not, I know I’ll be moving forward in life.”

Abreu credits “mentors and friends” for helping herachieve success in the Navy. While serving NCHB1, shelooked up to Logistics Support First Class Jose Garcia.While stationed at NSF Dahlgren, Abreu has looked up toGas Turbine System Technician - Mechanical First Class(GSM1) Terence Rambeau, Information Systems Techni-cian Second Class (IT2) April Schluter and Culinary Spe-cialist Chief (CSC) Vince Abdala.

Abreu offered advice to junior Sailors learning the Navyropes based on her hard-won experiences. “I would say al-ways know your place, always know the rules and never fallfor anything. If you don’t stand for something, you’ll fallfor anything.”

In her off-duty time, Abreu enjoys spending time withher family, Crossfit, the beach and hanging out with herFrench bulldog, Gizmo.

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Washington, D.C.“Heroes Remembered”

Come to the “Heroes Remembered” ceremony, to com-memorate the 60th Anniversary of the signing of the KoreanWar Armistice on Saturday, July 27 at 8 a.m. at the KoreanWar Veterans Memorial, Washington, D.C. The event, host-ed by Secretary of Defense Chuck Hagel, will pay tribute toKorean War Veterans and will be a special salute that willinclude wreath laying ceremonies, recognition of UN Al-lies, and formal remarks from senior government officials.Make plans to come early for the best available seats, whichare on a first come basis. There is free parking and shuttlebus service for guests from Pentagon North Parking to theKorean War Veterans Memorial that will open at 6:00 a.m.Shuttle service from the Pentagon will stop at 8:15 a.m. andthe entrance to the event seating area will close at 8:45 a.m.All guests will be subject to security screening before entryinto the event. Metro’s Orange and Blue lines stop at FoggyBottom, Arlington Cemetery, Farragut West and McPher-son Square, which is approximately a 25 minute walk to theKorean War Veterans Memorial. To learn more visit www.koreanwar60.com/27July.

DahlgrenPotomac River Regional Art Show

The Colonial Beach Artists Guild proudly presents its10th Annual Potomac River Regional Art Show at ColonialBeach Town Center now through August 4 on weekendsonly from 9 a.m.-5 p.m. Original works from area artists willbe on display. For more information, visit www.colonial-beachartistsguild.org.

Vegucation Station needs volunteersKing George Extension needs volunteers to assist with

Vegucation Station at the Fredericksburg, King George andSpotsylvania Farmers Markets on the first and third Satur-days of the month, 9-11 a.m. from June through October.The Vegucation Station is a fresh food education programthat teaches customers how to identify, select, store, andprepare many varieties of seasonal fruits and vegetables.Plus, it offers demonstrations, samplings, and recipes.

Training is provided. A volunteer only need to committo one Saturday but most of our volunteers do more. If youwould like to volunteer, please visit http://www.volunteer-signup.org/7W7X9 and follow the instructions on the page.For more info, please email Dorthea Ivey at [email protected] call the King George Extension office at 540-775-3062.

First Annual BikefestWestmoreland Youth Association will hold its first an-

nual Bikefest on Sat., Aug. 3 from noon - 5 p.m. at Washing-ton and Lee High School, Montross, Va. Come show off yourmotorcycle. First and second place trophies in five classesas well as Best in Show. Clubs welcome. Early bird registra-tion - $15, day of event $25. Call 804-450-3662 to register.Vendors welcome, $20 per spot. All proceeds benefit theWestmoreland Youth Association sports programs.

Taste of King George Aug. 10Get your tickets today for the first annual Taste of King

George on Sat., Aug. 10 from 11 a.m. - 4 p.m. at the KingGeorge YMCA, 10545 Kings Hwy., King George. Tickets are$15 each, $7 for kids ages 4-12, free for ages 3 and under.Family pack tickets are available. Ticket price includes ad-

mission and tastings. Event will include entertainment andlots of great food! For more info, visit www.tasteofking-george.com, email [email protected] or call (540) 709-1005.

Art Auction to benefit Dahlgren MuseumThe Dahlgren Heritage Foundation will host a Fine Art

Auction on held Saturday, Aug. 24 at University of MaryWashington-Dahlgren Campus. Preview of the art availablewill be held from 5-6 p.m. followed by the auction at 6:30p.m. Event will include hors d’oeuvres and hourly doorprizes. Checks and major credit cards will be accepted. Allproceeds benefit the Dahlgren Heritage Foundation andtheir efforts to open the Dahlgren History museum. Formore info, call 540-709-7495 or email [email protected].

Indian HeadEastern National Softball Championshipto be Hosted in Charles County

The Charles County Government, in partnership withthe Charles County Chamber of Commerce and Maryland-DC Amateur Softball Association (ASA), will host the ASA2013 16U Class “A” Girl’s Fast Pitch Eastern National Cham-pionship from July 30 through Aug. 3 (rain date, Aug. 4).The Opening Day Ceremony is set for July 30, beginning at1 p.m. at Regency Furniture Stadium (11765 St. Linus Drive,Waldorf). All Opening Day activities are open to the generalpublic and free of charge. Concession stands will be openfor the purchase of food and drink.

The Pool Play will be held on July 31, starting at 8 a.m.,and the Double Elimination starts Aug. 1, starting at 8 a.m.

Games will be played at Laurel Springs Regional Park(5940 Radio Station Road, La Plata). Passes for the entiretournament are available for $30 for adults, $20 for youth,and free for a child age five and younger with a payingadult. General Admission is $10 per day for adults (age 13and older), and $5 for youth (age 6 - 12). There is no chargefor children age five and younger in the company of a pay-ing adult. You may purchase passes at Regency FurnitureStadium during the Opening Day Ceremony on July 30 or atLaurel Springs Regional Park on July 31.

For information on this event contact the Charles Coun-ty Chamber of Commerce at 301-932-6500 during normalbusiness hours.

Town of La Plata Classic Arts Kids’ ShowThe Town of La Plata’s Classic Arts Program presents

“Dino Rock” on Aug. 6 at 10 a.m. at the La Plata Town Hall,305 Queen Anne Street in La Plata. Marvelous original musicand colorful puppetry animate the world of science throughthe one subject that ignites everyone’s imagination: dino-saurs! Award-winning artists Ingrid Crepeau and MicheleValeri present interactive programs children will long re-member. Combining original music with colorful puppets- rod, hand, full body and marionette - to animate the worldof science, Ingrid Crepeau and Michele Valeri produce pa-leontological poetry through interactive musical programs.In keeping with current discoveries, DinoRock’s dinosaurshows have been reviewed for accuracy by the head of edu-cation at the Boston Science Museum. Dinosaur Babiesplayfully explores human and dinosaur babies’ similaritiesand environmental effects on dinosaur adaptability.

The show is geared towards preschool and elementaryage children and is approximately 45 minutes long. Theshow is free and open to the public. It will be held outdoors

on the West lawn where the Friday night concerts take place(weather permitting show will not be moved indoors). At-tendees are encouraged to bring blankets and lawn chairsfor sitting. No concessions will be available, but you arewelcome to bring drinks and snack along. For more info,visit www.townoflaplata.org.

Charles County SCOOP PublicationAvailable for August

The Charles County Department of Community Servicesissue of The SCOOP is now available online at www.Charle-sCountyMD.gov/CS. The SCOOP contains news, specialevents, and trips. This issue also features information onChronic Disease Self-Management Program, and a “Hold onto Summer” Dance party.

Learn how to deal with pain and fatigue. The Clark Se-nior Center will host a six week chronic pain program thatwill be offered on Thursdays starting Sept. 5 to Oct. 10 from9:30 a.m.-noon. The class is open to caregivers and adultswith chronic conditions. The fee is $20 for textbooks andsupplies. For more information call Lisa Furlow at 301-934-0138.

The Waldorf Senior Center is having a “Hold on to theSummer Dance party” on Thursday, Sept.5 starting at 10:30a.m. The Hot Buttered Nuggets is a swinging quartet thatplays music from rock to jazz. Lunch will be catered fromFamous Dave’s. Join the party and dance, sing, and havefun. The fee is $10. Registration deadline is Thursday, Au-gust 29.

Would you like to do some traveling? The Dutch AppleDinner Theatre in Lancaster, Pa. is hosting, “How to Suc-ceed in Business Without Really Trying” on Wednesday,Oct. 30. The fee is $96. Registration deadline is Friday, Sept.20. The “Christmas Time in Nashville” trip from Dec. 1-5features two nights lodging at Opryland Hotel and twospectacular shows. The fee is $730 per person, double oc-cupancy.

For information on events offered by the Department ofCommunity Services, visit www.CharlesCountyMD.gov/CS.

Town of La Plata Summer Concert seriesTown of La Plata Summer Concert Series continues this

Friday at the La Plata Town Hall with Roadhouse perform-ing classic/contemporary rock and country this Friday nightat 7 p.m. at the Concert goers are encouraged to bring blan-kets and lawn chairs for sitting. Coolers are allowed, but noalcohol, please. Concessions are available from the Town’sfood trailer located near the back of the parking lot, an icecream truck is also stationed there for your enjoyment. Aplay area for children, the Kids’ Zone, allows parents to en-joy the concert while keeping an eye on the little ones.

Upcoming summer concerts include - August 2 - CoverStory Band, classic and contemporary rock; August 9 - ThreeSixty Band, rock n’ roll, country, disco, funk and pop; andAugust 16 - N2N Band, Motown and rhythm and blues.

Sotterley Plantation Barn BashSotterley Plantation in Hollywood, Md. presents Barn

Bash, a fun, family-friendly night of live music and dancingfeaturing local Southern Maryland band, Country Memo-ries! Bring back all of your country memories with the tra-ditional sounds of classic country standards by Merle Hag-gard, Hank Williams, Johnny Cash, Patsy Cline and manyother country legends. BBQ, beer and wine will be availablefor purchase. Cost is s $5 per person at the gate. Call 301-373-2280 or visit us at www.sotterley.org for more informa-tion!

Community Notes

H&R Block (“HRB”) is a partner with the various militarybranches and offers a scholarship providing a free IncomeTax Course (ITC) for military spouses and wounded war-riors. HRB considers military spouses and wounded war-riors excellent candidates because they typically have anexcellent work ethic and have experience with military lifesituations. In the event of a permanent change of station(PCS), our global presence provides military spouses an op-portunity to continue employment with another HRB officealmost anywhere an HRB office is located; which is great forthe military spouse employee and H&R Block. While em-ployment is not guaranteed, the Income Tax School schol-

arship is provided to any military spouse or wounded war-rior fitting defined criteria.

Who is Eligible for the Scholarship providingFREE Income Tax Course?

Any I.D. holding military spouse of an active, retired orreserve military service member, Wounded Warriors (as de-fined by the DoD) and the wounded Warrior’s spouse are el-igible. Active Duty service members are not eligible for thisscholarship, but can choose to attend classes if they wish topay the required tuition. An additional verification of statuswill happen at the site of the course, so eligible candidatesmust have their military I.D. available.

Where can I find a certificate?Potential students can obtain the Military ITC Scholar-

ship Certificate from:1. The employment services office on the installation2. Local military job fairs3. The local H&R Block District Officea. Visit www.hrblock.com and enter local zip code in of-

fice locator search engine to finddistrict officeFor more information, visit www.hrblock.com, call H&R

Block at 800-472-5625 or call the Fleet and Family SupportCenter, 540-653-1839.

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