Volume 57, Number 16 https://www.cnic.navy.mil/meridian ~ www.facebook.com/NASMeridian ~ Twitter: @nasmeridianms August 8, 2019 On Base Display honors G.V. “Sonny” Montgomery

]Congratulations From Staff Reports Chief Selects To celebrate what would have been G.V. “Sonny” Montgomery’s 99th birthday, The Montgomery NTTC Institute donated a new display to honor him and add to his life legacy YNC(SEL) onboard Naval Air Station Meridian. The display is located in the Sonny Michael Howard Montgomery Fitness and Aquatics SHC(SEL) Center and was presented during a program Aug. 2. Rory Godfrey “The word that keeps coming up in conversations is ‘patriot,’” said Capt. Brian Horstman, NAS Merid- ian Commanding Officer. “I never CNATT had the chance to meet Sonny Mont- gomery, but so many people in this AZC(SEL) community did and he was a friend Photo by Penny Randall Dominique Morris to many. This means a tremendous Bill Crawford, founder of The Montgomery Institute, left, joins Jon Cole, NAS Meridian Morale, amount to NAS Meridian to be able Welfare and Recreation Director; Capt. Brian Horstman, NAS Meridian Commanding Officer; to honor a patriot of this caliber, Barbara Zeller, The Montgomery Institute Project Coordinator; Evelyn Watkins, NAS Meridian NAS and not only to Meridian, but to our Fitness Director; and C.D. Smith, Chairman of the Board for the Institute; for at the event country.”. honoring G.V. “Sonny” Montgomery’s 99th birthday with a donation of several items to the NCC(SEL) =Sonny, page 8 Fitness Center named in his honor. Jerry Jones

]Training Air Soup is Served! Wing One Change of Tradition Command continues at Aug. 16 at 10 Meridian Day a.m., Hangar at Neshoba County Fair

Tom Childress, Naval Technical What’s Training Center administration officer and a retired Navy master chief, serves up Navy Inside Bean Soup to fairgoers at Meridian Day during the Neshoba County Fair, July 31. Military members and civilians ~ page 2 ~ from NAS Meridian and several tenant commands volunteered to make the trip to Philadelphia Meritorious to continue a 30-year tradition advancement at this annual event known as “Mississippi’s Giant House season two Party.” announced Photo by Penny Randall

Homemade: Tales from the Galley

From Staff Reports “All the credit goes to Mr. Bogan Burnett for coming in so early and the work he puts For at least 30 years, NAS Meridian per- into this soup for the Navy,” said Eddie Turn- sonnel have participated in “Meridian Day” er, president of E. Turner Services. “We both at the Neshoba County Fair; and each year, are honored to participate each year.” a representative from the Lance Cpl. Roy M. The most common name for navy bean soup Wheat Galley prepares the piping hot Navy is “Senate Bean Soup,” which has been a fix- page 4 Bean Soup. ture in the Senate cafeteria since the early ~ ~ For the past four years, the honor has land- 20th Century. Whatever it’s called, ham hocks ed on the culinary talents of Bogan “Bo” Bur- and ham bones are the feature ingredient for Watch out! Social nett -- assistant project manager for E Turner flavor. That key component may be the only Media Scams Services. thing that can get approval from both sides Burnett still follows the recipe and takes of the political spectrum, inside the Dirksen his time to make sure his soup is made right. Building Cafeteria at least. “I soak 90 pounds of dry navy beans in wa- Recipes improved in the proceeding de- page 7: ter over night,” said Burnett. “At 2:30 a.m. cades. Although the same principle for prepa- I put the beans in a large pot, and add ham ration existed, room for improvement was evi- Bench Press U.S. Navy photo hocks and cook for about two hours. Then I dent. The 1920 U.S. Navy Cook Book features Competition Rear. Adm. Daniel Dwyer add ham base, chicken base, seasoning, car- a recipe for “bean soup.” The soup, prepared returns to NAS rots and onions. Another hour or so it will be by soaking beans in cold water and boiling ready to serve to Neshoba County fair goers.” slowly in ham stock or ham bones. Cookbooks The soup is then poured into large insula- refer to this style as “old fashioned” bean soup. Rear Adm. Dwyer assumes tion containers, which keeps it hot for the one- By the time of the Second World War, a more command of CNATRA hour drive to Philadelphia where it is dished standardized version of what we now know to- out to hundreds of people. day as Navy bean soup came about. Rear Adm. Gregory “Hyfi” Harris re- linquished command as Chief of Naval Air Training (CNATRA) to Rear Adm. Daniel “Dozer” Dwyer during a cer- emony aboard Naval Air Station (NAS) Corpus Christi, July 26. The aerial change of command took place with both Dwyer and Harris fly- ~ page 8 ~ ing in T-45C Goshawk jet aircraft from Training Air Wing 2 in Kingsville, Tex- Military uses layered as. Harris and Dwyer read their orders approach against dis- and Dwyer’s aircraft moved ahead of eases borne by ticks, Harris’ to take lead of the formation, mosquitoes signifying his assumption of command. Commander, U.S. 3rd Fleet Vice Adm. John Alexander, who flew with -Har ris, welcomed Dwyer aboard while col- ~ page 9 ~ leagues, friends, and family listened to the exchange from the ground. Alexan- der also served as guest speaker during Help your child the ground ceremony afterward. succeed at school Harris is a native of Yarmouth, Maine, and has been in command as Photo by Adam Prince CNATRA since July 2018. Bogan “Bo” Burnett prepares Navy Bean Soup for Meridian Day at the Neshoba County =Dwyer, page 8 Fair. Burnett makes the soup from scratch starting at 2:30 a.m. the day of the fair. 2 The Skyline ~ August 8, 2019 Photo of Week A Day in Naval History

~ Aug. 9, 1945 ~

Following the Aug. 6 atomic bombing of Hiroshima, a second atom bomb is dropped on Japan at Nagasaki, eventually resulting in Japan’s unconditional surrender.

~ Aug. 7, 1782 ~

The Badge of Military Merit, now known as the Purple Heart, is established by Gen. George Washington. Frequently described Photo by Lance Cpl. Ana Madrigal as the military’s oldest medal. Washington Marine Corps Cpl. Trayvis P. Caviness fires a VX-99 Stinger during an created it to recognize meritorious service exercise at Marine Corps Base Camp Pendleton, Calif. -- basically bravery in combat -- but it soon fell into disuse. In 1932, Gen. Douglas MacArthur spearheaded an effort to revive the medal. It was designed to commemorate bravery, but also Local Happenings recognized soldiers with wounds. Navy News Briefs august 15: The David Phelps Family Band - Stories & Songs from Meritorious advancement season two announced 7-10 p.m. at the Historic Temple Theater. David Phelps is returning The Navy announced changes to the Two key individuals at each command to Meridian with a brand new show, sharing the stage with his two 2019 Meritorious Advancement Pro- will need set up user accounts in NSIPS daughters. Tickets are $30 and $20; call 601-693-5353. Cash or gram (MAP) Season Two, in NAVADMIN to allow for the MAP automation pro- 176/19, outlining the shift to an automa- cess. check only. tion of the MAP process within Navy “At the command level, both the com- 16: Vitalant Blood Drive from 11 a.m.-3 p.m. at the Meeting Standard Integrated Personnel System mand reporting senior and the command Place inside Bonita Lakes Mall. There is a severe blood shortage (NSIPS). reviewer are required to establish user Automation of the MAP process is roles within NSIPS,” said Katson. “It is now so giving is more important than ever. Please make plans to part of the Navy’s continued efforts to imperative for the commands with quo- donate. 601-693-3433 x 222. modernize personnel systems and pro- tas allocated to request permission to set 24: Glow So We Can Go 5K/2 Mile Walk & Fun Run from 8-10 cesses under Sailor 2025. up their MAP user roles in NSIPS,” said “The automation of MAP will stream- Katson. p.m. at Bonita Lakes. Proceeds help fund future mission trips to line the process for triads in the Fleet,” When 2019 MAP Season Two begins, Dominican Republic. Entry fee is $25; call 601-938-9293. said Capt. Angela Katson, branch head the quotas will be uploaded into the sys- of Enlisted Force Shaping Plans and Pol- tem and can be found under the quota september icies. “Part of the modernization of pro- summary report tab. Quotas can also 26: It was 50 Years Ago Today: A tribute to the Beatles’ White cesses is reducing administrative bur- be found at the MyNavy Portal website at 7:30 p.m. at the MSU Riley Center. Todd Rundgren, dens, and we are doing that here. For at https://www.mnp.navy.mil/group/ Album now, only Active Component Sailors will advancement-and-promotion/a-enlisted- Christopher Cross, Micky Dolenz of The Monkees, Jason Scheff be covered by the automation process, advancement-resources-and-links select of Chicago, and Joey Molland of Badfinger are teaming for a but in the future MAP automation will the website tab, MAP and then MAP salute to one of the most beloved (and fun) albums of all time: The also be available for the Reserve Compo- quotas. nent.” --From Chief of Naval Personnel Public Affairs Beatles, otherwise known as The White Album. Tickets are $100, $75 and $65; military discounts available; call 601-696-2200. Navy to conduct emergency preparedness exercise State Happenings Commander, Navy Installation Com- evacuation plans, disaster preparedness, mand (CNIC), Commander, Navy Region recovery and consequence management Southwest (CNRSW) and Commander, plans, and accounting for Sailors and august Navy Region Northwest (CNRNW), Navy families in the affected regions 10: NAMIWALKS Mississippi Rally from 9:30 a.m.- noon at along with their installations and tenant through the Navy Family Accountability Jamie Fowler Boyll Park, Jackson. The National Alliance on commands will be testing their abilities and Assessment System (NFAAS). Sail- to respond to a major earthquake and ors, civilian employees and Navy families Mental Illness (NAMI) is hosting a community rally to promote what follows next during an exercise can login to NFAAS at https://navyfam- awareness of mental illness treatment and recovery. The event is scheduled Aug. 5-9. ily.navy.mil or utilize the NFAAS mobile free and open to the public. All funds raised support the work of The exercise, called Citadel Rumble app at https://applocker.navy.mil for ac- 2019, will test Navy installations’ ca- countability throughout the exercise and NAMI Mississippi. Call 601-899-9058. pabilities to prepare for, respond to and during any real-time natural disaster. 19: Pentatonix at 7 p.m. at the Brandon Amphitheater, 8190 recover from all-hazards scenarios that In addition, the exercise will further Rock Way, Brandon. As The Sing Off’s third season winners, may follow earthquakes. enhance the Navy’s readiness to deploy The installations, along with their forces even under the most adverse con- these Arlington, Texas natives know how to please a crowd. The tenant commands, will test various pro- ditions. a capella group of five vocalists, Scott Hoying, Kirstie Maldonado, cedures, including damage assessment, --From Commander, Navy Installations Command Mitch Grassi, Avi Kaplan and Kevin Olusola. Public Affairs

On sea duty? NCPACE distance learning has FY-19 college funds available

Sailors on sea duty can take advantage seling and a degree plan. of a college funding option still available The NCPACE application process is in FY-19 through Navy College Program very similar to WebTA in the MyNavy NAS Meridian NMCRS Office for Afloat College Education– Distance Education portal. Applicants select the Learning (NCPACE DL). NCPACE tile and can look for and choose NCPACE is for Sailors assigned to courses through the catalog button. For is open on Tuesdays Type 2 or Type 4 sea duty commands. Sailor ease, the courses listed in the cata- Sailors can determine their eligibility log will provide course and school POC from 8 a.m.-noon & for the program and apply through the information. Eligible Sailors fill out the NCPACE page in the MyNavy Education application, just like for TA, and identify portal at https://myeducation.netc.navy. a proctor who will administer any exams. Thursdays mil/webta/home.html#nbb. Sailors work with one of the NCPACE Eligible Sailors do not have to be de- schools to register for a class, and if they from 8:30 a.m.-1 p.m. ployed to use it. Sailors who are perform- are not students at NCPACE schools, ing Individual Augmentee (IA) assign- they need to verify their school will accept ments, Overseas Contingency Operations the transfer credit for any NCPACE class Call 601-679-2504. Support Assignments (OSA), and Global they want to take. War on Terrorism Support Assignments NCPACE DL applications must be (GSA) may also be eligible for NCPACE command approved no later than 14 days Administration Building while deployed overseas. prior to the institution’s official term start Sailors sign up for an NCPACE DL date. To meet the timeline for using FY-19 255, Suite 283 course as an individual, just like using funds, Sailors should plan now and have Tuition Assistance (TA). They will be re- applications as soon as possible to meet quired to complete the participation re- their institution’s term start. quirements with NCPACE training, coun- --From Commander, Naval Surface Force, U.S. Pacific Fleet Public Affairs

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There was a naval aviator designation ceremony July 26 on board Naval Air Station Meridian. Sixteen U.S. Navy, Marine Corps, Royal Navy and Italian Navy aviators received their “Wings of Gold” during the ceremony. The naval aviator designation ceremony is not prescribed specifically by U.S. Navy regulations, but has emerged as an honored product of Bachmayer Bassetta Bonn Camacho the rich heritage of naval tradition. It marks the cul- mination of nearly two years of specialized training, which has prepared these officers for the rigorous de- mands of aerial combat and carrier operations -- earn- ing each the title of “Naval Aviator” and the right to wear the coveted “Wings of Gold.”

Those earning wings include: aLt. j.g. James Michael Bachmayer, USN, carrier quali- fied in the T-45C aboard the USS Dwight D. Eisenhower (CVN 69) May 16. Bachmayer completed Advanced Jet Flight Training with Training Squadron Seven. aLt. j.g. Frederico Bassetta, Italian Navy, was named to the Commodore’s List during Primary Flight Training and earned four Navy “E’s” for bombing accuracy during Advanced Jet Flight Training. He carrier qualified in the T-45C aboard the USS Dwight D. Eisenhower (CVN 69) Goss Hajner Kirchofer Maske July 15. Bassetta completed Advanced Jet Flight Training with Training Squadron Nine. =Winging, page 8

Golden Stick

Ofer O’Sullivan Ryan Savarese

Photo by Adam Prince Rick Justice, representative of the Mississippi Council of the Navy League, presents Lt. j.g. Evan Paul Goss with the Golden Stick award during the winging ceremony, July 26, onboard NAS Meridian. The award is presented to the top aviator of each class. Goss completed Advanced Jet Flight Training with Training Squadron Seven. Sears Spanovich Stuy Woods

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Nowadays, you have to be cautious of everything you do online. Scammers are always trying to get money, goods or ser- vices out of unsuspecting people — and military members are often targets. Here are some scams that have re- cently been affecting service members, Defense Department employees and their families. In April, Army Criminal Investigation Command put out a warning about ro- mance scams in which online predators go on dating sites claiming to be deployed active-duty soldiers. It’s a problem that’s affecting all branches of service — not just the Army. CID said there have been hundreds of claims each month from people who said they’ve been scammed on legitimate dat- ing apps and social media sites. According to the alleged victims, the scammers have asked for money for fake service-related needs such as transportation, communi- cations fees, processing and medical fees — even marriage. CID said many of the victims have lost tens of thousands of dol- lars and likely won’t get that money back. Remember: Service members and gov- ernment employees DO NOT PAY to go DOD graphic by Regina Ali on leave, have their personal effects sent Military experts are constantly warning service members about social media scams that can affect them and their families. home or fly back to the U.S. from an over- seas assignment. Scammers will some- times provide false paperwork to make and the Federal Trade Commission. knowingly recorded and used against higher standard of conduct. their case, but real service members make DOD officials said task forces are work- them for money or goods. Often, if a victim •Military members have security clear- their own requests for time off. Also, any ing to deal with the growing problem, but caves on a demand, the scammer will just ances and know things that might be of official military or government emails will the scammers are often from African na- likely demand more. interest to adversaries. end in .mil or .gov — not .com — so be sus- tions and are using cyber cafes with un- To avoid falling victim to sextortion, picious if you get a message claiming to traceable email addresses, then routing Service members are attractive targets don’t post or exchange compromising pho- be from the military or government that their accounts across the world to make for these scammers for a few reasons: tos or videos with ANYONE online, and doesn’t have one of those addresses. them incredibly difficult to trace. So be •They’re often young men who are away make sure your social media privacy set- If you’re worried about being scammed, vigilant! from home and have an online presence. tings limit the information outsiders can know what red flags to look for. If you Sexual extortion — known as “sextortion” •They have a steady income and are often see — this includes advertising your affili- think you’ve been a victim, contact the — is when a service member is seduced more financially stable than civilians. ation with the military or government. FBI Internet Crime Complaint Center into sexual activities online that are un- •Because of their careers, they’re held to a =Scam, page 7

Have life’s rules changed?

Parking my yellow convertible on money for recycling now? What’s go- the square, I read the words aloud, ing on?!” “’Inherit shrunken head collection. Confused, I called my mother, who Pay $10,000 like me is unable to get rid of any- for museum to COLUMN thing. Sure enough, she found The accept it.’ Aw, Game of Life my brother and I used man!” to play in the basement of our 1950s “Quit yer whin- brick ranch. She carefully opened ing!” My older the brittle old box and read to me brother snickered from its faded game board. with sick satis- “Big day at the races. Collect faction. No mat- $80,000.” ter what game “Pay $5,000 for toupee.” we played, he “Find Uranium deposit. Collect always appointed $100,000.” himself the bank- “Buy raccoon coat. Pay $500.” er, setting an “Uncle in jail. Pay $500 bail.” immediate tone “Buy Rolls Royce. Pay $16,000.” of domination. Molinari “REVENGE. Collect $100,000 He snapped the from any player.” brightly colored With each square, fond memories bills out of my of summer days spent trying to hand with a greedy sneer. crush my opponent flooded my mind. Growing up in the 70s with only Back then, the rules of Life were three television channels and one clear – get a good job, be responsible, mind-numbingly monotonous Atari make as much money as possible. Tennis game, my brother and I Sure, every player had to deal with relied heavily on board games for hard knocks in Life like tornadoes, entertainment. We played Monopoly, jury duty, poison ivy, and poor rela- Sorry!, Risk, Payday, Stratego, tives. But if you got rich, there was Rock’em Sock’em Robots, Battleship no shame in rewarding yourself with and other games expressly intended yachts and trips to Monte Carlo. to reward the rich, ruthless, lucky, Simply put, wealth was necessary to and intellectually superior. win at The Game of Life. There were no consolation prizes But players in The New Game of – if you lost, you suffered complete Life get money for planting trees, destitution and utter humiliation, having family picnics, returning lost and we liked it that way. After all, wallets, joining health clubs and if losing wasn’t so unbearable, why even making new friends. Nobody bother winning? goes bald or inherits a skunk farm Once I’d had my own kids, they anymore. Gambling and revenge would often whine, “We’re BORED!” have been outlawed, and players I’d remind them of the bikes, scoot- have ample chances in Life to “Spin ers, and athletic equipment lying again if not in the lead.” dormant in our garage, and they The old game’s daunting “Day would sigh. I’d remind them of of Reckoning” has now been re- our four televisions with over 200 placed with an anti-climactic choice channels each, and they would sigh. between a government subsidized I’d remind them of our stacks of ne- retirement community called “Coun- glected board games, and they would tryside Acres,” and watered-down sigh. Millionaire Estates. No more Poor One summer, I baited them with Farm or risk-taking Millionaire Ty- unhealthy snacks into playing The coons. Everyone’s a winner. Frankly, Game of Life, which they had re- I’m surprised the game doesn’t ceived for Christmas that year. A few award trophies for every player. minutes later, I heard their banter Gloomily, I said goodbye to my coming from the dining room. mother and hung up the phone. “’Support Wildlife Fund.’ Ooo, I got “What’s this world coming to?” I $5,000.” thought. “’Cycle to work.’ Ha! I got Just then, I heard a commotion $10,000!” in the dining room, and rushed in “Wait a minute? What game are to find my son holding his sister in you guys playing?” I interrupted. a headlock as she squealed, “You’re There on our table lay The Game of just mad ‘cause I beat you again! I’m Life with its characteristic segment- richer than you are!” ed pathway, rainbow spinner, and “Whew,” I thought, and was re- white plastic buildings. However, lieved to see that some things in Life upon closer inspection, I could see will never change. that this was not the game of my Lisa Smith Molinari’s self syndicated columns ap- youth. pear on her blog, www.themeatandpotatoesoflife. “What’s this – ‘Countryside Acres?’ com and she recently co-authored Stories Around What happened to The Poor Farm? the Table: Laughter, Wisdom, and Strength in And are these minivans? You get Military Life Follow Lisa@MolinariWrites. The Skyline ~ August 8, 2019 5 Pfc. Justin Barber Pfc. James Owens

MATSS-1 Student MATSS-1 Student Hometown: Brookfield, N.Y. OOORAH! Hometown: Winter Park, Fla. Pfc. Barber joined the Marine Corps Pfc. Owens joined the Marine Corps Feb. 4, desiring to challenge himself Nov. 11, 2018, looking for personal direc- and better his life. “I wanted to prove tion and wanting to make something of to my little brother that anything is his life. possible, and now my little brother is During his free time Owens enjoys joining the Marine Corps this month,” writing, geology and wood working. Barber said. Owens is hoping to receive orders to go His most memorable experience at overseas after finishing school in Merid- boot camp came right at the end. “I ian. “I would prefer Japan to experience received my senior drill instructor’s last the culture, but I’d be happy going any- EGA before he retired from the where overseas,” he said. Marines,” he said. Owens has several career goals. “I’m He is most looking forward to earning excited to forge life-time bonds, experi- promotions and meeting the best people ence different cultures and excel in my the Corps has to offer. MOS field,” he said.

CATC Camp Fuji hosts inaugural Samurai Run

By Lance Cpl. Brennan Beauton and noncompetitive categories for men, Marine Corps Installations Pacific women, teams, and children. U.S. Marine Corps Cpl. Joshua Sass- Members from the local and U.S. com- man, a military policeman assigned to munities got down and dirty in the mud CATC, Camp Fuji, placed third in the during the inaugural Samurai Run July men’s competitive race. 21, 2019 at Combined Arms Training Cen- “The race is approximately four miles ter, Camp Fuji, Japan. including all the terrain and obstacles,” The Marine Corps Community Services said Sassman, a native of Sioux Center, event was held as a chance for locals and Iowa. “We have members of the local com- service members to strengthen relation- munities coming out here to see the base ships through friendly competition. and participate in the runs we do here. We The Samurai Run was a four-mile course did the mud run back in March and a lot of complimented by a series of obstacles that people showed up, got their shirts and were winded through the muddy trails of CATC. all motivated to come out here and run an- “For the past three years, we have done other race with us.” mud runs,” said Bud Wood, the athletic According to Wood, the course was very director and Single Marine Program coor- challenging, but it was also meant to be fun dinator on Camp Fuji. “We took the mud and inviting to everyone. run concept and we converted it into more “I thought the race was very tough,” of Spartan Race with obstacles, including said Koji Toriumi, a participant of the the U.S. Marine Corps obstacle course.” Samurai Run and a native of Atsugi City, Photo by Sgt. Timothy Turner According to Wood, approximately 400 Kanagawa Prefecture, Japan. “It felt good Members of the local community pose for a group photo before Combined Arms people participated in the inaugural Samu- running alongside Marines, and my favor- Training Center Camp Fuji’s inaugural Samurai Run. rai Run. ite obstacle was the 45-degree ladder on “It was designed to bring the Japanese and the confidence course.” said Wood. “We hope to see even more peo- grams that support and enhance the opera- American cultures together into one com- In the future, MCCS hopes to hold this ple next year and we hope this event con- tional readiness, war fighting capabilities, munity.” event annually. tinues to grow.” and life quality of Marines, their families, The run had a variety of competitive “I want to thank everyone who came out,” MCCS is a comprehensive set of pro- retirees and civilians.

Marine Corps Air Station Futenma, Okinawa Twentynine Palms, Calif.

Photo by Lance Cpl. Dylan Walters Photo by Lance Cpl. Aaron Harshaw Recruits with Hotel Company, 2nd Recruit Training Battalion, engage pugil sticks at A U.S. Marine with Company I, 3rd Battalion, 7th Marine Regiment, 1st Marine Marine Corps Recruit Depot Parris Island, S.C. Division, engages a target utilizing the M240G during a squad attack at Marine Corps Air Ground Combat Center, Twentynine Palms, Calif. Safety & Energy Efficiency is Our Duty 6 The Skyline ~ August 8, 2019

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=Scam Chiefs of Staff. These accounts are also interacting with Joint Be careful when you’re communicating with anyone you Staff account followers in an effort to gain trust and elicit in- don’t personally know online, and trust your instincts. If peo- formation. The only Joint Staff leader with an official social ple seem suspicious, stop communicating with them. media presence is Senior Enlisted Advisor to the Chairman DOD officials said sextortion often goes unreported because Army Command Sgt. Maj. John Wayne Troxell, who is listed many victims are embarrassed they fell for it. But it happens as @SEAC.JCS on Facebook and @SEAC_Troxell on Twitter. worldwide and across all ranks and services. Scammers are making these profiles to defraud potential victims. They claim to be high-ranking or well-placed govern- Here’s what you should do about it if it happens to you: ment/military officials or the surviving spouse of former gov- •Stop communicating with the scammer. ernment leaders, then they promise big profits in exchange for •Contact your command and your local CID office. help in moving large sums of money, oil or some other com- •Do NOT pay the perpetrator. modity. They offer to transfer significant amounts of money •Save all communications you had with that person. into the victim’s bank account in exchange for a small fee. Scammers love to impersonate people of authority, and that Scammers that receive payment are never heard from again. includes service members. These people often steal the identity or profile images of Here are some ways to lower the chances of you being im- a service member and use them to ask for money or make personated or duped by a scammer: claims that involve the sale of vehicles, house rentals or other •To avoid having your personal data and photos stolen from big-ticket items. These scammers often send the victim bo- your social media pages, limit the details you provide on them gus information about the advertised product and ask for a and don’t post photos that include your name tag, unit patch wire transfer through a third party to finish the purchase, but and rank. there’s no product at the end of the transaction. •If an alleged official messages you with a request or demand, Lately, fake profiles of high-ranking American military of- look closely at their social media page. Often, official accounts ficials have been popping up on social media websites using will be verified, meaning they have a blue circle with a check- photos and biographical information obtained from the inter- mark right beside their Twitter, Facebook or Instagram name. net. General and flag officers will not message anyone directly re- Scammers often replicate recent social media posts from questing to connect or asking for money. official DOD accounts and interact with official accounts to in- •Search for yourself online — both your name and images crease the appearance of legitimacy. As an example, there are you’ve posted — to see if someone else is trying to use your impersonator accounts on Facebook, Instagram and Twitter identity. If you do find a false profile, contact that social media for Marine Corps Gen. Joe Dunford, the chairman of the Joint platform and report it. Sale... Or BOATS/CAMPERS/TRAILERS 2010 Polaris Ranger AUTOMOBILES, ETC. school district. Offer without 282-5261 to schedule ap- usage) in perfect working 800XP Browning Edition, realtor commissions pre- pointment. condition. Paid $1,103.90 2017 Keystone Ava- camo color. roof, wind- 2017 Camaro Gen6, 4k ferred. To request a show- For Sale: 23BD/2BA have original receipt and all lanche 365MB (5th wheel) shield, winch, extra set of miles, 50th anniversary lim- ing, call 954-663-2199. home in West Lauderdale original boxing and case. motor home. Sleeps eight; wheels/tires, and dual gun ited addition; like-new con- For Sale: 4BD/2BA home school district. $78,500. Asking $700 OBO. Call Kim great living quarters; in- scabbard. Asking $7,800. dition. $38,500. Call 601- with big yard and in-ground Call Chris or Brooke at 662- at 601-480-7181. cludes cables, hoses and Call Pete at 601-678-3458. 686-1027. pool; close to NAS Merid- 364-1745 or 601-938-6067 Two medium-large size septic lines. Asking $49k. 2013 Harley David- 2012 Honda Civic, 47k ian. 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Shovelhead from NAS located on a 10 utility room. Located in qui- ter and yearly dues. Call Composite Toe Trainer quarters with lake view. Engine w/4-Speed Trans- acre lot off of Hwy 45 North. et North Meridian neighbor- Maynell at 601-595-5382. Safety Shoe Size 10, brand Hooked up and ready to mission. Nice Antique Bike $1,000 per month with $100 hood. $1300 a month. Call new in box, $65. White with live in, including cables, -- just can’t ride anymore. discount if paid on time. Call 601-616-6116. MISCELLANEOUS gray & teal trim. Call Teresa hoses, septic lines, plus Call 601-527-9756/601- Nancy at 601-462-9312. For Rent: 2BD/1BA 601-616-9251 (Please no the $500 towing kit. Ask- 986-8378 For Rent: 2BR/1BA on home in Dalewood. About calls after 8 p.m.) ing $17,000. Call 360-434- 2004 Honda TRX450R Rabbit Rd from Lauder- 15 minutes from NAS Me- 15ft Tripod swivel seat 3035 four wheeler $2,600; 2005 dale. 1000 sq. ft. home, one ridian; right on the water. deer stand new in the box. MOTORCYCLES/GEAR/ATV Honda TRX250EX four area, car porch, Propane $600 per month; call 601- Asking $300; call Willy at wheeler $1,600; 2002 Ya- heat, window unit air. $400/ 683-6038. 601-880-3237. To submit an item to 2010 Ultra Classic Har- maha TTR-125L dirt bike month. Call Beaty at 601- For Sale: 3BD/2BA home Primos 360 Ground the “Sale...Or” column, ley Davidson 29K miles $800; and 2006 50SX-F 527-0739. in West Lauderdale School Blind new in the box. Ask- e-mail adam.prince@ 96cc Screaming Eagle En- dirt bike $2,200. All in good For Sale or Rent: District; features: gas log ing $300; call Willy at 601- navy.mil. Deadline is gine. Excellent condition. shape ready to go. Over- 4BD/3.5BA home (2500 fireplace, covered patio, 880-3237. Asking $10,500. Call 601- seas move forcing sale. sqft) with detached 2 story fenced in back yard, huge Bose A20 Aviation the Thursday prior to 527-4981. Make offer ready to deal! garage/shop. It’s located laundry room. 1,700 sq. ft. 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Listings in the “Sale...Or” column are free for anyone who works at NAS Meridian. You can purchase an ad for a business or organization in “The Skyline,” by calling The Meridian Star at 601-693-1551 -- ask for Advertising or email: [email protected] 8 The Skyline ~ August 8, 2019 Military uses layered approach against diseases borne by ticks, mosquitoes

By David Vergun where mosquito diseases are prevalent, che- DoD News, Defense Media Activity moprophylaxis is prescribed, Dunford said. English said troops’ uniforms are among Mosquitoes aren’t just an annoyance at the first line of defense. They are instructed summer barbecues. In many parts of the to wear long sleeves and to use boot bands so world, they carry pathogens, including West insects can’t get inside their trousers. Nile virus, chikungunya, Japanese encepha- Additionally, English said, their uniforms litis Zika, dengue, yellow fever and malaria. are impregnated with Permethrin, which re- Until the 1950s, there were outbreaks of pels insects. It lasts a long time, even with malaria in the United States, said Navy Lt. repeated washings, but the Defense Depart- Cmdr. James C. Dunford. Improved sanita- ment is working on a new class of chemicals tion and mosquito monitoring and control are that will last even longer on uniforms. why it’s rare today, he said. Besides Permethrin, troops are instructed Lyme disease is more of a problem here, to use DEET on their skin. English noted he said, noting that it’s the No. 1 vector-born that DOD developed DEET decades ago. disease. Ticks, which transmit the disease, The problem with DEET, he said, is that it is should be pulled off the skin, he said, and the destructive to plastics, and when it’s mixed sooner the better. with sweat, it burns the eyes. As a result, Dunford and James J. English, both en- DOD approved the use of Picaridin, which is tomologists and assistant professors in the just as effective as DEET. Recently, DOD also Uniformed Services University’s Department approved IR3535 as a DEET substitute. of Preventive Medicine and Biostatistics, Another effective strategy, Dunford said, spoke at a Military Health System Bug Week is to remove standing water. Mosquitoes usu- media roundtable in Falls Church, Virginia, ally don’t travel further than a few hundred yesterday to highlight the Defense Depart- yards, he said, so that’s an effective way to ment’s efforts to combat the effects of bug- stop them from breeding locally. They can borne illnesses around the world. breed in as little water as found in a bottle The entomologists explained some of the cap. CDC photo preventive measures the military is employ- MHS Bug Week concludes tomorrow. It While chemical mosquito population control measures have been used with some ing to protect its forces here and abroad, not- is designed to educate people about the role degree of success, they are toxic to other insect populations and to the health of ing that these measures are effective against of bugs in their health and safety, including humans. A different angle of defense has emerged: genetic modification ofthe both ticks and mosquitos. prevention of bug-borne illnesses and treat- mosquito itself, making it transgenic. Transgenic mosquitoes are unable to transmit For troops traveling overseas to areas ment options, officials said. a pathogen, such as malaria, due to their altered genetic makeup.

=Sonny Sonny Montgomery was born August 5, 1920, in Meridian, lived through the Great Depression, fought in World War II in Nor- mandy, served for 10 years in the Missis- sippi legislature, served for 30 years in the U.S. Congress, fought tirelessly for vet- erans, worked across the aisle to pass the Montgomery GI Bill, led the fight to save NAS Meridian, made sure to answer his constituents’ questions, and was awarded the Presidential Medal of Freedom. “We are appreciative to NAS Meridian for allowing us to install this display, and we are looking forward to some other proj- Photo by Jeremy Sollie ects that we have in the works with them, A banner with the timeline of significant events in the life of G.V. “Sonny” Montgomery is displayed in the fitness center. further educating new recruits on Sonny’s impact on their lives and his leadership legacy,” said Barbara Zeller, Project Coordi- displayed in a gym named for him, as he ing them on the impacts of his work on their area of the country that he loved so dearly nator at The Montgomery Institute. was a lifelong lover of athletics. lives today,” said C.D. Smith, Chairman of and continue his strong legacy of service to The new display on base consists of a “We hope that these displays serve as a the Board for the Institute. its people. timeline of Sonny’s life and career and a means to highlight Sonny’s leadership and Sonny passed away in 2006. The staff of The Navy Operational Support Center shadow box with a tennis racket that be- legislative legacy for all of the military per- TMI work daily to create, build, guide, and onboard NAS Meridian is also named in longed to him, made extra special that it is sonnel that pass through Meridian, educat- sustain various projects that up-build this Montgomery’s honor.

=Winging for bombing accuracy. He carrier qualified in the T-45C aLt. j.g. Salvatore Joseph Savarese Jr., USN, was select- aLt. j.g. Andrew Steven Bonn, USN, was named to the aboard the USS Dwight D. Eisenhower (CVN 69) June ed for E-2/C-2 and underwent Multi-Engine Training in Commodore’s List during Primary Flight Training and 15. Hajner completed Advanced Jet Flight Training with Corpus Christi, Texas, before beginning training in Me- earned two Navy “E’s” for bombing accuracy during Ad- Training Squadron Seven. ridian. Savarese will be continuing training in Norfolk, vanced Jet Flight Training. He carrier qualified in the aLt. j.g. Maximus Frederic Kirchofer, USN, carrier qual- Virginia, and will fly either the E-2 Hawkeye or the C-2 T-45C aboard the USS Dwight D. Eisenhower (CVN 69) ified in the T-45C aboard the USS Dwight D. Eisenhower Greyhound. He carrier qualified in the T-45C aboard the June 15. Bonn completed Advanced Jet Flight Training (CVN 69) July 16. Kirchofer completed Advanced Jet USS Dwight D. Eisenhower (CVN 69) July 16. Savarese with Training Squadron Seven. Flight Training with Training Squadron Seven. completed Advanced Jet Flight Training with Training aLt. j.g. Joseph Edward Camacho, USN, enlisted in the aLt. j.g. Matthew Edmond Maske, USN, carrier quali- Squadron Nine. Navy and attended RTC Great Lakes in 2013. He served fied in the T-45C aboard the USS Dwight D. Eisenhower aLt. j.g. Thomas Gennaro Sears, USN, earned two Navy as an Aviation Structural Mechanic with VAQ-140 at Na- (CVN 69) July 16. Maske completed Advanced Jet Flight “E’s” for bombing accuracy during Advanced Jet Flight val Air Station Whidbey Island, Washington, where he Training with Training Squadron Seven. Training. He carrier qualified in the T-45C aboard the was selected to attend Officer Candidate School. He was aLt. j.g. Hans Bernard Ofer, USN, was named to the USS Dwight D. Eisenhower (CVN 69) June 15. Sears com- named to the Commodore’s List during Primary Flight Commodore’s List during Primary Flight Training and pleted Advanced Jet Flight Training with Training Squad- Training and earned one Navy “E” for bombing accuracy was VT-9’s Student of the Month for December 2018. Dur- ron Seven. during Advanced Jet Flight Training. He carrier qualified ing Advanced Jet Flight Training he earned two Navy aLt. j.g. Samuel George Spanovich, USN, earned one in the T-45C aboard the USS Dwight D. Eisenhower (CVN “E’s” for bombing accuracy. He carrier qualified in the Navy “E” for bombing accuracy during Advanced Jet 69) June 15. Camacho completed Advanced Jet Flight T-45C aboard the USS Dwight D. Eisenhower (CVN 69) Flight Training. He carrier qualified in the T-45C aboard Training with Training Squadron Nine. June 15. Ofer completed Advanced Jet Flight Training the USS Dwight D. Eisenhower (CVN 69) June 15. Spa- aLt. j.g. Evan Paul Goss, USN, was named to the Com- with Training Squadron Nine. novich completed Advanced Jet Flight Training with modore’s List during Primary Flight Training and earned aLt. Luke Alexander O’Sullivan, Royal Navy, earned one Training Squadron Nine. one Navy “E” for bombing accuracy during Primary Jet Navy “E” for bombing accuracy. He carrier qualified in aLt. John Alexander Stuy, USN, carrier qualified in the Flight Training and received “Top Hook” during carrier the T-45C aboard the USS Dwight D. Eisenhower (CVN T-45C aboard the USS Dwight D. Eisenhower (CVN 69) qualification. He carrier qualified in the T-45C aboard the 69) June 15. O’Sullivan completed Advanced Jet Flight June 15. Stuy completed Advanced Jet Flight Training USS Dwight D. Eisenhower (CVN 69) June 15. Goss com- Training with Training Squadron Nine. with Training Squadron Nine. pleted Advanced Jet Flight Training with Training Squad- 1st Lt Daniel Hunter Ryan, USMC, was named to the aLt. Richard Kirk Woods, Royal Navy, earned two Navy ron Seven. Commodore’s List with Distinction during Primary Flight “E’s” for bombing accuracy during Advanced Jet Flight aLt. Nicholas Ryan Hajner, USN, was the Gunnery Training. He carrier qualified in the T-45C aboard the Training. He carrier qualified in the T-45C aboard the and Ordnance Officer aboard the USS Preble, (DDG-88) USS Dwight D. Eisenhower (CVN 69) June 14. Ryan com- USS Dwight D. Eisenhower (CVN 69) June 15. Woods where he earned his Surface Warfare Qualification. Dur- pleted Advanced Jet Flight Training with Training Squad- completed Advanced Jet Flight Training with Training ing Advanced Jet Flight Training he earned one Navy “E” ron Seven. Squadron Nine.

=Dwyer He is an F/A-18 pilot with more than 4,200 flight hours, 1,045 arrested land- More Sailor-friendly options for PCS moves ings, and has flown more than 100 com- Navy Personnel Command (NPC) leaders announced today to their new duty station. Additionally, if the Sailor is entitled, bat missions in support of Operations that they are expanding options and capabilities offered to fur- the GTCC may be used for Dislocation Allowance (DLA) related Desert Shield, Desert Storm, Southern ther improve the Permanent Change of Station (PCS) move ex- expenses normally associated with the establishment of a new Watch, Enduring Freedom, and Iraqi perience for Sailors and their families. This comes only a few household. Freedom. Harris will move on to his weeks after the release of MyPCS Mobile and more capabilities This pilot period allows us time to evaluate the rollout next position in Washington, D.C. as di- are expected in the near future. through all phases of the PCS process, receive feedback from rector, Air Warfare, Office of the Chief As part of the Navy’s ongoing pay and personnel transforma- participating Sailors and commands, and fix any unknown of Naval Operations (OPNAV N98). tion efforts, NAVADMIN 184/19 announces a new pilot program issues prior to expansion to the widest possible population of “It has been an honor and privilege in which participating Sailors can use the Government Travel Sailors in the near future. to work with the professionals here at Charge Card (GTCC) for PCS move travel expenses. The initial Additionally, NAVADMIN 183/19 announces the release of CNATRA,” Harris said. “I never cease pilot population includes Active Duty Sailors who are existing Lean Orders and a PCS Entitlements Calculator. Lean orders to be amazed by your dedication and GTCC cardholders, executing CONUS-to-CONUS moves with is a streamlined, simplified, and plain language orders format, perseverance, despite the obstacles less than 30 days of combined travel and Temporary Duty un- providing a Sailor and family everything they need to know to we’ve had to overcome. I remain grate- der Instruction, and who are single or traveling with accompa- execute a move on a few screens on a mobile device. Lean Or- ful for your efforts to produce the fin- nied dependents. ders and the full text orders will both be available in MyPCS est Naval Aviators, Naval Flight Offi- “We are providing Sailors with more choice and control dur- Mobile and on MyNavy Portal (MNP). A PCS Entitlements cers, and Naval Aircrewmen the world ing the PCS move process by providing them with the option Calculator will also be available to provide Sailors a tool to eas- has ever seen. I wish you all the best to use their GTCC for PCS-related travel expenses,” said Rear ily determine their PCS travel entitlements. The intent is for a in your pursuit of this important mis- Adm. Jeff Hughes, NPC commander. Sailor and their Command Pay and Personnel Administrator sion.” “We want Sailors to have the funds necessary to support (CPPA) to use this tool during the initial PCS planning phase, Dwyer, a native of Alameda, Cali- their move readily available either through use of a requested which may influence what options the Sailor may pursue re- fornia, takes over as CNATRA follow- electronic funds transfer/direct deposit (EFT/DD) travel ad- garding advances or card use. It is also useful when a Sailor ing his command of Carrier Strike vance or by using the GTCC,” Hughes said, adding, “It’s their fills out their travel claim at their new permanent duty station Group 9, which consists of more than choice based on what works best for their particular situation.” to ensure the claim disbursement is the correct amount. 7,000 Sailors across nine ships includ- Participating Sailors may now choose to use either the GTCC “Simplifying the PCS process for Sailors is a priority area of ing USS Theodore Roosevelt (CVN 71), or request an EFT/DD travel advance to support move related effort within the MyNavy HR Transformation effort,” said Ann USS Bunker Hill (CG 52), USS Zum- costs; however, both may not be used simultaneously. Stewart, Director, NPC Pay and Personnel Management De- walt (DDG 1000), six guided-missile Sailors who elect to participate in the pilot program may partment, adding, “All of these new services are a direct result destroyers of Destroyer Squadron 23, use the GTCC for temporary lodging at their old or new per- of what we are hearing from Sailors and their families during and 80 aircraft of Carrier Air Wing manent duty station, fuel for privately owned vehicles (POVs) numerous fleet engagements.” (CVW) 11. used as part of PCS travel, and for lodging and meals en route --From Navy Personnel Command Public Affairs The Skyline ~ August 8, 2019 9

On July 31, a group of civilians and military volunteered at Meridian Day at the Neshoba County Fair. We asked them, “What is the best part of the day?”” IT’S YOUR TURN... By Penny Randall

Michelle Carlson Lt. j.g. Nicholas Mascaro Candy Murren Lt. j.g. Alex Viola PS1 Semetria Collins TW-1 Management Services VT-7 Student Pilot TW-1 Student Control VT-9 Student Pilot NTTC Instructor

“I’ve enjoy talking with “I’ve enjoyed learning “I’ve just enjoyed being “Being able to see how “Talking with the veterans, all the people who just about the history of the part of a NAS Meridian appreciative everyone is listening to their sea wanted to share their story fair. This is a unique tradition that we’ve done of NAS Meridian and the stories and of course about the military or the place.” for the past 30 years.” military is amazing.” serving the Navy Bean fair.” Soup.” Fleet & Family Support Center Help your child succeed at school FFSC Briefs School success takes work on everyone’s part—par- to two hours of good shows a day. If your kids are in- ents, teachers and children. No matter what your job volved in social media, be sure to limit the time spent To register for any of the following workshops, please or educational background might be, there are things on these activities during homework time. call the FFSC at 601-679-2360. The class may not be every parent can do. presented if no one registers, so make sure you call 3. Help your children get organized. Write down im- if you’re interested! Can’t make the scheduled time? Here are four ways you can help your children be portant school dates on a calendar in the kitchen/ Call anyway - the workshop facilitator may be able to successful in school: on the refrigerator; include exam weeks, conference work with you one-on-one, give you materials, or let you 1. Be actively involved in your children’s education. dates, holidays, and other school-related events. Make know when the class will be offered again. All classes Find out about the school and become familiar with sure there is a quiet space with good lighting at home held at FFSC (Building 405) unless otherwise noted their schedules. Know the names of teachers and ask for your children to study without distractions. Help about what is going on in the classroom. Then you can your children make lists that will serve as reminders Stress Management ask specific questions, such as about field trips, going of what has to be done. August 8 from 9-10 a.m. or to the library or music, etc. Have a specific place for your children’s books, pa- August 29 from 3:30-4:30 p.m. Talk about school every day. Try to ask questions pers and school assignments. That way, they won’t get Everyone experiences stress in normal day-to-day that require more than one-word responses, like yes/ lost or misplaced. life, and your reactions to stress can be difficult no/okay, etc. Instead of asking what grades they got Be sure your children have necessary school sup- on a certain test, ask “what did you think of the test plies all year long, not just at the beginning of school. to control. Some stress can be helpful because it today?” Instead of asking how school was today, you These include a dictionary, paper, pens, pencils, a pen- spurs you to meet life’s challenges, but too much might try asking them to tell you about the class, what cil sharpener, markers, a ruler, tape, scissors, glue, pa- stress (or poor stress management skills) can affect is being studied, what is fun in school, what is interest- per clips and a calculator. your mental & physical health and damage your ing, the favorite class, etc. Make sure your children get a good night’s sleep relationships. If you feel that you’re just not handling and eat well. A healthy breakfast will help them do bet- stress well, come to this workshop to learn about 2. Support your children’s curiosity, intelligence and ter in school. Offer your help when it looks like they’re your stress triggers and what you can do to manage hard work. Praise their efforts and accomplishments. overwhelmed with a task. your stress better. Display artwork and papers and report cards. Read of- You can help them think through the steps needed ten to your children and encourage them to read. They to do the tasks. You don’t have to take over and do it for are never too young to listen while you read aloud. them, just help them think through what needs to be Budget for Baby The better a child reads, the better prepared he is to done and help them find answers if they are having dif- August 13 from 10-11:30 a.m. take on harder schoolwork as he moves up in grades. ficulty. Never do their homework or projects yourself. Expecting a baby is an exciting time for a family. Be interested in the questions your children ask you. Instead, make it clear that you’re always available to Planning for the financial impact of a baby is an Help them find answers by looking in books or by figur- help or answer any questions. Review homework as- important part of your preparations. Start your ing it out. Go to the public library. Plan family outings signments nightly, not necessarily to check up, but to planning with our free Budget for Baby workshop. to zoos, museums, historical places and parks. A lot of make sure they understand everything. The workshop will help you develop a family budget, those places don’t take a lot of money. give you tips on how to save money, and introduce Get help in finding some of those local places if 4. Be a partner with the school. This means working you to other expectant Navy and Marine Corps you’re not sure yourself about what is available in the together with teachers, the counselor and principal to nearby community. Don’t assume there is nothing to do what is best for your children. To ensure kids get the parents. do. Show an interest in learning yourself; remember most out of school, maintain an open channel of com- that children role model and learn from watching their munication with the teachers by e-mailing or talking Command Financial Specialist (CFS) Training parents. Talk to them about what they are studying in with them throughout the school year to discuss your Aug. 19-23 from 8 a.m.-4:30 p.m. school. kids’ academic strengths as well as weaknesses. Each command with at least 25 active duty service Research has shown that children who participate Volunteer to help. You can chaperone a field trip, members is asked – in accordance with OPNAVINST in mealtime or family conversations with parents are donate supplies or send snacks on special occasions. 1740.5B and SECNAVINST 1740.4 – to select more likely to be successful in talking with teachers Participate in school events with your children. This individuals to attend CFS Training. Commands are and other adults. Have high expectations for your chil- can be hard to do, but it’s important to do it when you required to maintain a ratio of 1 CFS to every 75 dren. Everyone can be successful in school; give that can. message to your children again and again. Helping our children do well in school is one of our active duty personnel. Current CFS’s must attend Don’t let kids watch TV when doing homework or most important responsibilities as parents. According CFS Training every 3 years to remain active. Only studying. Set rules for when homework and studying to one school-success expert, “We must support our E5 (more than 6 years if service) & above service need to be done, and when the TV can be turned on and children’s academic success and help them get on a members are eligible to attend this training and serve should be turned off. The less TV, the better, especially path that opens up opportunities for the rest of their as CFS’s. For more information about eligibility, or to on school nights. lives. It is one of the greatest gifts we can ever give register for the class, please contact the FFSC. The American Academy of Pediatrics recommends them.” that parents limit their children’s TV watching to one --From FFSC Renew Your Relationship Aug. 27 from 3:30-4:30 p.m. Would you like to learn techniques to help you & your significant other communicate more effectively, solve problems, and maintain the fun, friendship, and intimacy in your relationship? If so, join other couples in this FFSC seminar to explore specific skills to help you reduce the risk of relationship failure and preserve a lasting commitment and love. 10 The Skyline ~ August 8, 2019

Happy Birthday FFSC High 5’s at the Fair

Photo by Penny Randall Photo by Adam Prince ABE2 Jorel Goodman, a member of the NAS Meridian Color Guard, Cmdr. J.P. Falardeau, executive officer of NAS Meridian, cuts a cake gives a high-five to a child as the team waits to open the Meridian Day in celebration of the 40th year of Fleet and Family Support services ceremony at the Neshoba County Fair with the presentation of colors. for the Navy at the Lance Cpl. Roy M. Wheat Galley onboard NAS Meridian, July 25.

Lt. Widhalm farewell

Photo by Penny Randall Lt. j.g. Nicholas Mascaro and Lt. j.g. Alex Viola take photos with kids in an old ejection seat. Submitted photo Lt. Kyle Widhalm is presented his end of tour award for the work he did as FEAD Director from Lt. Cmdr. Rob McCharen. Widhalm is scheduled to attend school at Texas A&M to further his education.

Saw Cut Asphalt 87th Semi-Annual

Presents the

Photo by Matt Copeland Detrick Drake and Eric Jefferies saw cut asphalt allowing for easy and clean removal of the asphalt for an upcoming project to repair broken storm drains. August Installing Electrical Service 9 & 10 2019 7:30 PM Lauderdale, MS RAIN OR SHINE!

TICKETS: Adults $12 Children $8 (3-12) Photo by Matt Copeland Bobby Smith, pictured, and David Taylor install new electrical service at building 150. The service is needed to support USDA equipment and a freezer.

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