The legislation that President Barack Obama signed Jan. 2 that postponed the fiscal cliff means changes to military and civilian pay- checks, Defense Finance and Ac- counting Service officials said. The legislation increases Social Security withholding taxes to 6.2 percent. For the past two years during the "tax holiday" the rate was 4.2 percent. The increase in Social Security withholding taxes affects both mili- tary and civilian paychecks, officials said. For civilian employees, officials said, this will mean a 2 percent re- duction in net pay. For military personnel, changes to net pay are affected by a variety of additional factors such as increases in basic allowances for housing, subsistence, longevity basic pay raises and promotions. Service members could see an increase in net pay, no change or a decrease, military personnel and readiness of- ficials said. For military members, Social Secu- rity withholding is located on their leave and earnings statement in the blocks marked "FICA taxes" - for Federal Insurance Contributions Act. DoD civilians will see the change on their leave and earnings state- ment under "OASDI" - for old age, survivors, and disability insurance. Naval Construction Battalion Center, Gulfport, Mississippi January 17, 2013 Vol. 53 No. 03 www.cnic.navy.mil/gulfport NMCB 15 prepares for deployment Seabees assigned to Naval Mobile Construction Battalion (NMCB) 15, form a protective circle to practice team- work and movement during crowd control training on board Naval Construction Battalion Center (NCBC.) NMCB 15 is mobilized in support of Operation Enduring Freedom and is an expeditionary element of U.S. Naval Forces that act as combat engineers and support various units worldwide through national force readiness, hu- manitarian assistance and building and maintaining infrastructure. Personnel from 10 detachments in five states (Missouri, Kansas, Iowa, Nebraska and South Dakota) make up NMCB 15. The battalion’s Readiness Support Site and Headquarters is located in Belton, Mo. NMCB 15 was awarded the Battle “E” for “Best of Type” and the Rear Adm. J.D. Perry Award of “Best of the Best” in the Naval Construction Force in 1988, 1994, 2001 and 2004. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Daniel Garas/Released) Recent legislation affects military, civilian pay See PAY page 12 From American Forces Press Service
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The legislation that PresidentBarack Obama signed Jan. 2 thatpostponed the fiscal cliff meanschanges to military and civilian pay-checks, Defense Finance and Ac-counting Service officials said.The legislation increases Social
Security withholding taxes to 6.2percent. For the past two yearsduring the "tax holiday" the ratewas 4.2 percent.The increase in Social Security
withholding taxes affects both mili-tary and civilian paychecks, officialssaid.For civilian employees, officials
said, this will mean a 2 percent re-duction in net pay.For military personnel, changes to
net pay are affected by a variety ofadditional factors such as increasesin basic allowances for housing,subsistence, longevity basic payraises and promotions. Servicemembers could see an increase innet pay, no change or a decrease,military personnel and readiness of-ficials said.For military members, Social Secu-
rity withholding is located on theirleave and earnings statement in theblocks marked "FICA taxes" - forFederal Insurance ContributionsAct.DoD civilians will see the change
on their leave and earnings state-ment under "OASDI" - for old age,survivors, and disability insurance.
Naval Construction Battalion Center, Gulfport, Mississippi January 17, 2013Vol. 53 No. 03
www.cnic.navy.mil/gulfport
NMCB 15 prepares for deployment
Seabees assigned to Naval Mobile Construction Battalion (NMCB) 15, form a protective circle to practice team-work and movement during crowd control training on board Naval Construction Battalion Center (NCBC.)NMCB 15 is mobilized in support of Operation Enduring Freedom and is an expeditionary element of U.S. NavalForces that act as combat engineers and support various units worldwide through national force readiness, hu-manitarian assistance and building and maintaining infrastructure. Personnel from 10 detachments in five states(Missouri, Kansas, Iowa, Nebraska and South Dakota) make up NMCB 15. The battalion’s Readiness SupportSite and Headquarters is located in Belton, Mo. NMCB 15 was awarded the Battle “E” for “Best of Type” andthe Rear Adm. J.D. Perry Award of “Best of the Best” in the Naval Construction Force in 1988, 1994, 2001 and2004. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Daniel Garas/Released)
Recent legislationaffects military,civilian pay
See PAY page 12
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NCBC’s Tax Assistance Center(TAC) is gearing back up thisyear and will open no later thanFeb. 1.The TAC provides free tax
preparation assistance to activeduty service members, their de-pendents, and any reservist onactive duty for more than 29days during the 2013 tax sea-son. In addition, assistance willbe offered for retirees and for-mer spouses who have an ad-justed gross income (AGI) of$57,000 or less.This tax season the TAC has
shifted to a self-service programfor most eligible taxpayers,through Military One Source foractive duty and reservist cus-tomers and Tax Slayer and FreeTax USA for dependents and re-tirees. The service is free for allactive duty, guard, and reservepersonnel, their families, and re-tirees as well as anyone who is alegal representative of a child ofa military member who is de-ployed or separated from thechild.
Self-service is available on afirst come, first serve walk-inbasis Tuesdays, Wednesdays,and Fridays. While servicemembers complete their returns,trained tax volunteers will be onhand to offer guidance in taxpreparation, allowing for fastand free filing.
Appointments will also beavailable Mondays and Thurs-days. Taxpayers should bringthe following documents withthem: social security cards forall family members and spouses;W-2’s, 1099’s, mortgage state-ments, 1098’s, total of paymentsmade for college tuition andbooks, etc.; last year’s tax re-turns (if available); your check-book; applicable receipts forSchedule A (charity and med-ical) and adjustment items; andif filing in the status of MarriedFiling Jointly, both taxpayersmust be present to “sign” thereturn or present a signedPower of Attorney for taxes. The TAC is located in building
60, room 265 and will be openMonday through Friday, 8 a.m.- 4 p.m. For general questionsregarding the TAC call 228-871-2620 until Feb. 1. After Feb. 1,call 228-822-5131 to make anappointment.2
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Happy New Year, all! As we turnthe page on the calendar and wel-come 2013, many of us also en-gage in the time-honored traditionof making New Year’s resolutions.We look back on the year that haspassed, considering where we arein life and how we are doing rela-tive to our goals and expectations. Many resolve to better them-
selves by exercising more or quit-ting bad habits. Some may makefrivolous resolutions, but if youare serious about improving yourlife, you make the changes in yourbehavior necessary to accomplishyour goal. Real change is hardbut it can be done with focus andeffort. In a similar way, our Navy lead-
ers have taken stock of where wewith our effort to eradicate sexualassault from our Navy. Sexual as-sault goes against the Navy’s corevalues of Honor, Courage andCommitment, and runs counter tothe respect we owe one anotheras shipmates. It can be devastat-ing to the individual and corrosiveto unit readiness and operationalperformance. Simply put, sexualassault is not acceptable in ourNavy. And, quite frankly, we arenot where we want to be in ac-complishing the goal of zero sex-ual assaults. To reach our goal, we need addi-
tional focus and effort from allhands. In the coming weeks, youcan learn more about what youcan do to help eliminate sexualassault from our ranks. Fleet-wide training, known as SexualAssault Prevention and Response -Fleet (SAPR-F), is currently beingrolled out at all Navy commandsonboard NCBC Gulfport. TheSAPR-F training session presents adramatized, though all too realis-tic, scenario involving an assault.It provides the opportunity to dis-cuss how the various people in-volved acted and could have donedifferently to lead to a better out-come. I hope you will find it avaluable exercise. Prevention of sexual assault be-
gins by setting the proper tone in
the workplace. As such, I expectleaders to set and to enforce atone of mutual respect and pro-fessionalism. We are here to ac-complish our mission – behavingas responsible, mature profession-als in the work place is the start-ing point. Acting responsibly extends be-
yond working hours. Exercisinggood ORM and making wise deci-sions concerning who you arewith and where you go can keepyou and your shipmates out of abad situation. A particular factorto watch is alcohol use. Alcohol isa contributing factor in a majorityof sexual assaults. So, enjoy lib-erty in the right spirit with respon-sible alcohol use. If you are onliberty with your friends, look outfor each other. “I’ve got yourback” is more than just an expres-sion – it’s what shipmates do foreach other. If you see your friendheaded for trouble, step in andact! All hands are affected when a
sexual assault occurs. Sexual assault is a crime that
hurts our shipmates and nega-tively affects our unit readiness. Iurge you to be educated, engagein the training and know yourrights and responsibilities. SexualAssault Response Coordinators(SARC) and Command SAPR Vic-tim Advocates are ready to help ifneeded, along with Chaplains,healthcare providers and yourchain of command. Let’s notallow this senseless crime to havea place in our Navy!
Skipper’s LogResolve to eliminatesexual assaultBy Capt. Rick BurgessCO CBC/CMDR 20th SRG
Capt. Rick Burgess
Have you been affected by PTS? Do you have questions about what’sin store for the Supply Ratings? Are you in the process of negotiatingorders? Would you like to speak with your detailer in person? If youhave answered YES to any of these questions, then you should makeplans right now to attend the Supply “Road Show” Jan. 30, hosted bythe CBC Supply Department. The Road Show will take place in build-ing 433, room 153 at two times Jan. 30: 9 - 11 a.m. and 1 - 2 p.m.For more information, contact CS1 Young at [email protected].
Attention Navy Supply Ratings
Fraud, Waste and AbuseHotline: Due to limited IG resources throughout theSoutheast Region, all Fraud, Waste and Abuse hotline work willnow be handled by the Region. To report Fraud, Waste andAbuse, contact the Region at: Toll Free 1-877-657-9851Comm: 904-542-4979 DSN 942-4979 FAX: 904- 542-5587,E-mail: [email protected].
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“When my husband camehome from deployment.”
Bet Ramsey
FOCUS
Hometown: Southern Pines, N.C.
“Being invited to a Timorese girl’s16th birthday party and gettingto know her and her family.”
BUCN(SCW) Kimberly
Washington
NMCB 74
Hometown: Milledgeville, Ga.
“Bringing New Year’s in on postand moving my family backhere.”
“What was your bestmemory from 2012?”
Staff. Sgt. Dan March
169th Engineer Battalion
Charlie Company
Hometown: Lexington, Miss.
By CECN Lucinda MoiseNCBC Public Affairs
Aroundthe
Housing residents learned how to make homemade laundry de-tergent during a Ladies Pinterest Party hosted by Balfour BeattyCommunities (BBC) on board Naval Construction BattalionCenter (NCBC) Gulfport, Jan. 9. The purpose of the party wasto bring NCBC Gulfport residents together and to promotemoney saving techniques. The laundry detergent party is oneof six programs scheduled for January by BBC. The remainingfour activities are a Mardi Gras Ball, Banking Basic and MoreManagement class, Mardi Paws parade and a Household GoodsSwap Party. (U.S. Navy photos by Construction Electrician Construc-tionman Lucinda L. Moise/Released)
Sales Associate Gerald Powell folds new Navy physical trainingsweat shirts for the Navy Exchange (NEX) Uniform Shop at theNEX on board NCBC Gulfport Jan. 9. New items at the NEX Uni-form Shop are Marine Corps wind breakers and name patches forNavy working uniform sweaters. The Uniform Shop also offerssame day alterations Mondays through Fridays if item is in be-fore 1 p.m., and embroidering for all military and non-militaryitems and shadow box materials. (U.S. Navy photo by ConstructionMechanic 3rd Class Katchen Tofil/Released)
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Sam Perkins, Morale, Welfare and Recreation (MWR) sports co-ordinator, announces NCBC Gulfport/20th SRG as the 2012Captain’s Cup champions and presents Capt. Rick Burgess, com-manding officer, NCBC Gulfport and commander, 20th SRG thewinning trophy during a morning quarters on board NCBC Gulf-port Jan. 10. The Captain’s Cup challenge is a yearly competitionbetween the commands on base, and the winner is determinedby the most points earned through physical activities, such asintramural basketball, football, baseball and racquetball, aswell as through individual command sports activities. (U.S. Navyphotos by Builder Constructionman Whitney J. Snider/Re-leased)(Navy Expeditionary Combat Command (NECC) ForceMaster CC operations. (U.S. Navy photo by Chief Mass Communica-tion Specialist Ryan G. Wilber/Released)
In line with Navy initiatives tobetter prepare Sailors for tran-sition from military to civilianlife, Fleet and Family ServiceCenter (FFSC) personnel con-cluded the first TransitionGoals, Plans, Succeed (GPS)Workshop held on board NavalConstruction Battalion Center(NCBC), Jan. 11Transition GPS, an expanded
five day course, has taken theplace of the legacy four dayTransition Assistance Program(TAP) after pilot courses atNaval Air Station (NAS) Jack-sonville, Fla., and Naval Base(NB) Norfolk, Va. held in Julyproved successful. The transi-tion workshop is a crucial ele-ment of President BarakObama’s plan to reduce vet-eran unemployment levels,and aims to bolster and stan-dardize the transition supportthat Sailors receive in order tomake them as employmentready as possible.
The TAP has been redesignedinto a comprehensive, manda-tory program that includespre-separation counseling, amilitary to civilian skills review,a Veteran’s Affairs benefitsbriefing and application sign-up, financial planning support,job search skills building, andindividual transition plan (ITP)preparation. Although still inits infancy at NCBC Gulfport,FFSC Work and Family Special-ist Jeffrey Isabell is optimisticthat the newly implementedchanges will be very valuableto transitioning Sailors.
“I think it’s a very good deal.I think it’s going to help themmarket themselves better, es-pecially the individual transi-tion plan,” said Isabell.Sailors will get the most ben-
efit from the workshop byplanning ahead, and thatmeans working with commandcareer counselors and transi-tion coordinators 12 months ormore before separating or re-tiring.“Planning is the biggest key
to any transition,” said ChiefNavy Counselor DeborahCohn, 20th Seabee ReadinessGroup (SRG) command careercounselor.As with any workshop, some
of the information will seem topertain more to one personthan another, but Chief SpecialBoat Operator Michael Cash-ion, assigned to Special BoatTeam (SBT) 22 out of StennisSpace Center advises not to betoo quick to judge.“Soak everything up.
Whether you need the infor-mation or not, there are por-tions of information being putout that you will be able to usein your future,” said Cashion.For more information about
GPS Transition or creating anITP, contact your commandcareer counselor or call 228-871-3000 to speak to Isabell.Editor’s Note: This article con-
tains information obtained from“Transition GPS Better PreparesSailors For Civilian Life” by Com-mander, Navy Installations Com-mand Public Affairs4
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A donation of $10 includes lunch, or adonation of $15 with childcare (children
up to age 10.) Contact Claire Jones at 228-214-3557
Seabee Center begins new yearwith expanded GPS TransitionBy MCC (SCW/SW/AW)Ryan G. WilberNCBC Public Affairs
Jim Lowe of GBX Consultants, Inc. presents a resume writing class to participants of the firstTransition Goals, Plans, Succeed (GPS) Workshop held on board Naval Construction Battal-ion Center (NCBC) Gulfport, Jan. 10. Transition GPS is a crucial element of President BarakObama’s plan to reduce veteran unemployment levels, and aims to bolster and standardizethe transition support that Sailors receive in order to make them as employment ready as pos-sible. (U.S. Navy photo by Chief Mass Communication Specialist Ryan G. Wilber/Released)
Ocean SpringsMardi GrasParade The 38th Annual OceanSprings-Elks Mardi GradParade is looking forfloats and marching units (with or withoutflags.) Traditionally, the first parade of theSeason, the parade will roll through down-town Ocean Springs Jan. 26 at 1 p.m. Thetheme this year is “Salute to the Military!” For more information, contact Capt. LindaGeisaka, 228-871-4977.
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The First Naval Construction Divi-sion (1NCD) announces the activa-tion of the Basic Combat Skills (BCS)Level I online training course onNavy e-Learning (NeL) via NavyKnowledge On-Line (NKO). Thisself-paced course includes six les-sons that enable Seabees and CivilEngineer Corps (CEC) officers tolearn combat skills or refresh theirmemories. The lessons encompass:The Naval Construction Force (NCF)and The Laws of Armed Conflict;Medical Procedures and PersonalHygiene; General Military Tactics;Field Communications; Force Protec-tion; and Combat Equipment andWeapons.Capt. Stephanie Jones, 1NCD N7,
stated, "The official release of theBCS electronic training provides ourSeabees another tool to attain criti-cal mission skills and knowledge atthe time that is convenient forthem."
The course enhances individualand team decision-making and com-bat effectiveness by supplying up-to-date information to Seabees
using the latest technology. It’s vitalto the Seabee mission that person-nel stay abreast of the latest combattechnology in order to ensureSeabees deploying around the worldare prepared for present day chal-lenges. Petty Officer 2nd Class Tex
Mitchell, 31st Seabee ReadinessGroup military skills instructor, said,“This is a great course! The interac-tive learning environment preparespersonnel, new to the NCF, for moreadvanced courses like BCS Level IIand Fire Team Leader. This will in-crease the combat readiness for theentire NCF.”
Project manager, Chief Petty Offi-cer Jason Verneris, NAVFAC TrainingSupport Agency, had this to sayabout the BCS course which, untilnow, has only been available in aninstructor-led classroom environ-ment, “The intent of this course isto allow the user to be able to trainand become familiar with the NCFand its capabilities in a self-pacedinteractive learning environment,anywhere - anytime.”The BCS course includes hyperlinks
to up-to-date references, a glossary,an acronym/definition list, and dis-
plays graphic images of commonlyused forms and documents. Thecourse is available for enrollment byvisiting Navy Knowledge Online(NKO), LEARNING tab, Navy e-Learning, Online Courses, BrowseCategories, Department of the Navy(DON) Training, Naval ConstructionForce Training, Basic Combat Skills,Basic Combat Skills - Level I.This online training tool is de-
signed to support personnel report-ing to NCF commands and studentsattending the CEC Officer School(CECOS) Basic class, and “A” Schoolcourses. Each lesson takes an aver-age of two to five hours to com-plete; upon successful completion ofthe six lesson assessments, the pro-gram generates a completion certifi-cate and updates the member’sSailor/Marine American Council onEducation Registry Transcript(SMART) and Fleet Training Manage-ment and Planning System(FLTMPS). SMART can take up totwo weeks to appear while FLTMPSis generally updated nightly. For more information on the First
Naval Construction Division, visittheir website:http://www.navy.mil/local/1ncd/.
Newly revised self-paced study course forBasic Combat Skills Level I now availableBy John PineNAVFACENGCOM,Training Support Agent
NMCB 11 holds CPXConstruction Electrician1st Class Michael PerezDejesus, assigned toNaval Mobile Construc-tion Battalion (NMCB)11, teaches InformationSystems Technician 2ndClass Jamal Saleem, thelayout of a distributionpanel using schematicsduring a Command PostExercise (CPX) on boardNCBC, Jan. 14. CPX al-lows battalions to prac-tice command postwatch standing andcommunication proce-dures. (U.S. Navy photoby Construction Mechanic3rd Class KatchenTofil/Released)
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BAHRAIN -- U.S. Navy Seabees assignedto Naval Mobile Construction Battalion(NMCB) 133 deployed to Dushanbe, Tajik-istan, in November as part of a GlobalPeace Operations Initiative (GPOI), the firstSeabee mission in Tajikistan. In support of the Office of Military Coop-
eration (OMC) and Tajikistan Ministry of De-fense (MOD), the Seabee crew beganconstruction alongside the MOD's construc-tion force, the Stroibat, on phase one of a$1 million project at the Peace Support Op-eration Training Center (PSOTC) at ShamsiBase, funded by GPOI. To help boost the local economy and es-
tablish lasting relationships with contractorsand vendors, the building materials wereprocured in nearby street vendor marketsby Utilitiesman 1st Class Justin Walker, theSeabee project supervisor, and Air Forcecontracting officer, 1st Lt. Sunset Lo. Thevendors delivered the materials in a timelymanner, enabling the project to move for-ward on schedule. Throughout the first phase, which in-
cluded the construction of a new roof, Eng-
lish language lab classroom, kitchen reno-vations and electrical distribution repairs,the Seabees mentored 10 Stroibat soldiers,teaching them basic construction skillswhile building strong relationships throughcoordination with MOD Stroibat forces andcommunication with high level Tajikistanmilitary officers."Working with Stroibat has been a great
experience," said Builder ConstructionmanXavier Knowlesball. "It has been educa-tional working through language barrierchallenges and I am honored to be a partof the crew." Construction Electrician Constructionman
Hunter Kiser expressed a similar sentiment. "It has been an awesome experience
working with the local construction force,"said Kiser. "Their hospitality is amazing andmade our visit to Dushanbe easy, allowingus to focus on the tasking."With the first phase scheduled to con-
clude in January, planning for the secondphase has already begun. NMCB 133 is currently deployed as a part
of engineering support operations throughout the U.S. 5th Fleet Area of Responsibility.
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NMCB 133 conducts first mission in TajikistanBy Lt. Kyle SchlaisNMCB 133 Public Affairs
Members of Naval Mobile Construction Battalion (NMCB) 133 are shownat a thank you ceremony held in their honor by the Tajikistan Ministry ofDefense. The ceremony was held to show appreciation for the workcompleted in November as part of a Global Peace Operations Initiative.(U.S. Navy photo courtesy of NMCB 133/Released)
GUANTANAMO BAY, Cuba - Builder 1st ClassDaniel Gunsallus, assigned to Naval Mobile Con-struction Battalion (NMCB) 27, performs finishwork during the construction of a concrete park-ing lot at Cable Beach on Naval Station Guan-tanamo Bay (NAVSTA GTMO), Cuba. The newparking area is one of several renovation and im-provement projects the Seabees are performingon NAVSTA GTMO. The Seabees from NMCB-27are forward deployed throughout South andCentral America in support of U.S. Naval ForcesSouthern Command/U.S. 4th Fleet multinationalpartnership and humanitarian assistance mis-sions. (U.S. Navy photo by Engineering Aid 1st ClassMerritt Cropsey/Released)
NMCB 27 on taskin Cuba
Getting fit rates high among resolu-tions people make at the start of theNew Year, and Navy's Physical Readi-ness Program has resources and infor-mation to help Sailors and familiesachieve their fitness goals, officialssaid Jan. 8."Whether you exercise and want to
increase your current level of fitness oryou are looking to start a routine to at-tain a healthy level of fitness we canhelp," said Bill Moore, director, NavyPhysical Readiness Program. "Focusingon the wellness of Sailors and theirfamilies by providing the skills andtools for fitness and nutrition is one ofour primary objectives."While it is common for Sailors to skip
or reduce workouts over the holidaysaccording to Moore, Sailors should beable to resume their normal fitnessroutine if little time elapsed betweenworkouts over the holidays."Most commands wrap up their fall
physical fitness assessments beforeThanksgiving and there are gatheringsand shopping that may eat into fitnesstime over the holidays, so it is naturalfor people to exercise less," said
Moore. "Missing four to five days ofexercise over the holidays should havelittle impact on fitness routines."Sailors who missed more than six
days between workouts may experi-ence some muscle soreness when re-suming their routine.For those who haven't worked out
since the last semiannual physicalreadiness test Moore recommendsstarting off slowly and building upslowly."Start with a shorter duration for car-
dio-respiratory exercise and lessweight for strength training. Build upfrom there," said Moore. "Sailors canstart with 20 minutes of some sort ofexercise two or three days per week,slowly increasing time by five minutesper week until they reach their desiredlevel of activity.""If you have truly been inactive and
want to start a routine, then youshould consult your physician beforeperforming exercise," he added. Once you establish fitness routine
Moore recommends making it part of aweekly schedule. "Consistency is the key," he said,
adding that whether serving on shoreduty, on board ship or submarine, or inthe dirt and sand, the Navy provides
its Sailors resources and equipment toremain fit to fight.Navy guidance recommends Sailors
complete at least 150 minutes of mod-erate physical activity each week andperform strength-training exercises atleast twice a week to work all majormuscle groups. Examples of moderate-intensity car-
dio-respiratory activities include briskwalking (3 mph or faster), bicycling(slower than 10 mph) and water aero-bics. High-intensity activities includejogging or running, lap swimming,jumping rope and circuit training.Strength training includes pushups,lifting weights, and working with re-sistance bands. Including two sessionsper week of 8-10 exercises that workall the different parts of the body(legs, hips, back, chest, abs, shouldersand arms) repeated for 10-12 repseach can improve fitness, decreasemuscle loss and help maintain ahealthy weight. The Navy Physical Readiness Pro-
gram website athttp://www.public.navy.mil/bupers-npc/support/physical/Pages/default2.aspx has links to sample warm-ups andworkouts users may choose. One sam-ple workout specifically addresses
techniques to improve performance onthe Navy's physical readiness test.Sailors and families will also find links
to nutrition information that when fol-lowed compliment a good fitness rou-tine."No matter what your fitness goals
are, good nutrition can help improveyour exercise performance, decreaseyour recovery time from strenuous ex-ercise, prevent injuries due to fatigue,and provide the fuel required duringtimes of high-intensity training andweight control," said Lt. Cmdr JenniferWallinger, registered dietitian, NavyPhysical Readiness Program. The site also contains a Navy regis-
tered dietitian locator so Sailors andfamily members may meet face-to-face with an expert and learn moreabout incorporating proper nutrition tomaximize the benefits of their fitnessroutine.Whether it is maintaining or seeking
to attain a healthy level of fitness theNavy provides Sailors and family mem-bers the tools to reach their goals, ac-cording to Moore. For more information visit the physi-
cal readiness section of the Navy Per-sonnel Command websitewww.npc.navy.mil.
Health Watch: Oh Baby . . . Guidelines forSailors to use when documenting pregnancy
Whether planned or unex-pected, pregnancy can cause abundle of emotions for bothyou and your spouse. Theremay be a myriad of questionsflowing through your mind, es-pecially for those first timeparents. Here are a fewguidelines to assist you when itcomes to receiving obstetricalcare while assigned to NavalConstruction Battalion CenterGulfport.Confirmation of PregnancyAll patients are required to
have documentation of a posi-tive pregnancy test by theirmilitary health care provider.
NBHC Gulfport has imple-mented patient walk-in hoursfrom 7 - 10 a.m. to assist withthis requirement. Mondays,Wednesdays and Fridays arededicated to our dependentspouses while Tuesdays andThursdays are for active dutymembers. This process maytake 10 - 15 minutes. After thelab sample has been processedthe ordering physician will no-tify you of your results.Prenatal Care. After confirm-
ing pregnancy, military mem-bers are required to follow upwith Occupational Health toensure they are provided asafe and healthy workplace.All expectant mothers will re-
ceive pregnancy counseling aswell as prenatal vitamins. Un-fortunately, NBHC Gulfport isnot able to provide obstetricalcare. All patients will be sched-uled at Keesler Air Force BaseWomen’s Health Clinic for con-tinued care. Referrals are notrequired in this instance. Emergency Care All patients
are authorized to visit anyemergency room if there areany signs or symptoms thatwarrant immediate medical at-tention. A few of these symp-toms include bleeding whichprogresses from light to heavy,severe cramping, abdominalpain, or fever. If treated in theemergency room, please follow
up with your OB provider assoon as possible. Also remem-ber that whenever you receivecare from an outside provideryou will need to visit your localTriCare office or call TriCareSouth at 1-800-444-5445. With these quick tips, the ini-
tial medical planning of yourpregnancy should be made alittle smoother.
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By HM1 Marlena CoxNBHC Gulfport
3 Ways to PutYourself First
Self-Care in theNew Year
Jan. 23 Seabee Chapel
Open to all service members,military dependents and
civilian employees
From Navy Personnel Command Public Affairs
Navy experts weigh-in on staying/getting fit
8 - 8:30 a.m. Welcome, childcare drop off
8:30 - 10 a.m. Self-Care Workshop
10 - 10:30 a.m. Refreshments &
Resources
Hosted by FOCUS,NCBC Chapel & MWR
Construction Mechanic (SCW)3rd Class Katchen Tofil, as-signed to Naval ConstructionBattalion Center (NCBC) pre-pares to depart for an ap-pointment with the KeeslerAir Force Base (KAFB)Women’s Health Clinic. (U.S.Navy photo/Released)
I was late for the meeting. Again. With an armful of crumpled pa-
pers, I pulled my calendar from itstack on the wall, and rushed downthe hall. Sheepishly, I found a seatat the table, spread my papers outaround me, and began with asmuch authority as I could muster:“This meeting is called to order
at, let’s see, twelve minutes afternine. If you don’t mind, I wouldprefer that these weekly organiza-tional sessions start promptly atthe top of the hour. Now, withoutany further delay, let’s get rightdown to business.” “The van still needs new brakes,
and if you wait much longer, you’llbe paying for rotors too. Haydenhas Driver’s Ed on Tuesday at 4:30,but you must somehow get Annato her orthodontist appointment at4:45. The checkbook hasn’t beenbalanced in three months, whichmight explain why you bounced acheck last week,” I continued.“Francis is on his last pair of cam-
mies, so please put a load of darksin at your earliest convenience.Dinghy is due for his monthly fleatreatment. You must write two arti-cles this week. The repairman iscoming on Thursday between eightand two to fix the washing ma-chine. And you need to get seriousabout that diet. Now, how do youplan to get all that done?” I finished, and took a slurp of cof-
fee. Crickets. No one responded, because no
one was there. I was having myweekly meeting with myself, and asusual, I had no idea how to answermy own demands. I scribbled a “To Do” list, marked
a few things on the calendar andthen went about my day, deter-mined to get it all done this time. But deep inside, I knew the in-
evitable pattern of my life wouldrepeat itself again. My week wouldstart out productively. But soon,something would crop up to throwme off track – a school project, asick kid, writer’s block. One item onmy To Do list would collide into thenext, and the ensuing pile upwould become overwhelming,causing a strange contradictory re-action in whereby I’d completelyshut down. By Thursday, my husband would
come home from work to find nodinner, the kids run amuck, andme, dazed and unshowered,draped over my computer chairwhere I’d been surfing vintageTupperware on e-Bay for the lastthree hours.Recently, I decided I’d had
enough, and set about figuringout: what fundamental flaw in mycharacter has made it so difficultfor me to keep up with my respon-sibilities as a housewife andmother?After some thought, and half a
box of Cheese Nips, I realized thatI have always been a follower, nota leader. An Indian, not a Chief. AWorkerbee, not the Queen. I’m not lazy. I’m not incompetent.
I’m not disorganized. I just need asupervisor, a boss, a manager tokeep me on track. And of course,I’d gladly subject myself to periodicevaluation and take whatever criti-
cism my manager might propose.“Ms. Molinari,” my manager might
say, “While it is clear that you areno stranger to hard work, there isroom for improvement in the areasof task prioritization, self motiva-tion and personal hygiene. It is myrecommendation that you avoiddistractions from your daily priori-ties such as TJ Maxx, free samplesin the grocery store, and mid-dayreruns of ‘Mob Wives.’ Also, itwould be highly advisable that youstart showering every morning.”But I have to face reality. Unless I
find someone willing to be com-pensated in laundry services andmeatloaf, I can’t afford a manager.I am the manager, and I have totake responsibility, darn it.Even if it feels like I’m constantly
being dragged through life behindmy dirty white minivan, I’ll con-tinue this never-ending game ofcatch up until my job is done. I’lltry to avoid getting tangled in theminutiae – the emails, the dustbunnies, the bills, the burnt din-ners, the dark roots – and focus onthe big picture: keeping my familyhappy and healthy.The value of our shares may fluc-
tuate day by day, but long-termanalysis indicates that this family ison an upward trend. Our employ-ees may complain from time totime, but all in all they report ex-cellent job satisfaction. Manage-ment lacks efficiency when itcomes to goal attainment, but sheis dedicated, sincere, and worksovertime and on weekends withoutpay. Final recommendation: Despite its
flaws, this family enterprise is thriv-ing -- no need for a change inmanagement. Get more wit and observationsfrom Lisa at her blog, http://the-meatandpotatoesof- life.com.
If you don't have a K9companion, come outto view! The HumaneSociety of South MSwill be onsite withadoptable animals!
LADD . . . Leaders AgainstDrunk DrivingLADD is a program spon-sored by the NCBC/20thFirst Class Association. Themission of LADD is to pre-vent drunk driving on boardNCBC Gulfport by providingrides for any service mem-ber who needs assistancegetting home after an out-
ing that involves alcohol.It is always important to
have a plan in place whengoing out in town, but ifyour plans fall through,please call LADD and wewill pick you up! ***100 percent confiden-tial, zero reprisal!***
Call 228-239-9007
~ LADD is strictly confidential. NO REPRISAL!~ LADD will take individual home only, no stops. ~ Volunteers who stand the watch are on call 24/7.
West Elementary Kindergarten through Fifth-grade students enjoy a special showing of“Brave” at the Base Theater on board NCBC Gulfport, Jan. 11. The 140 students were treatedto the movie as a reward for maintaining good behavior during a nine week period. (U.S. Navyphoto by Construction Electrician Constructionman Lucinda L. Moise/Released)
What’splaying?
The Scholarships for MilitaryChildren Program awards $1,500scholarships to students from mili-tary families. Eligibility require-ments, application forms andother information about the schol-arships can be found at www.mili-taryscholar.org.This year’s applicants must sub-mit an essay and an application toa commissary by close of businessFeb. 22.The scholarship program is ad-ministered by Fisher House Foun-dation, a nonprofit organizationthat provides assistance to service
members and their families.Commissaries are an integral
part of the quality of life offeredto service members and theirfamilies. The Scholarships for Mili-tary Children Program was cre-ated in recognition of thecontributions of military familiesto the readiness of the fightingforce and to celebrate the role ofthe commissary in the militaryfamily community. It is the intentof the program that a scholarshipfunded through contributions beawarded annually for each com-missary operated by the DefenseCommissary Agency worldwide.
Scholarship deadline isnext month; completeforms and essay nowFrom DeCA Public Affairs
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FitnessFeeling frustrated from a hard day
on the job? Well get it all out on thecourt with some racquetball. Makeit intense or just get a good workout in. Sign up for Intramural Rac-quetball Jan. 22 through Feb. 5 atthe CBC Fitness Center. Call for de-tails 228-871-2668. Do you need people around to
motive you to work out? Then,make time for a group fitness class.The CBC Fitness Center offerscourses as early as 8 a.m. and aslate as 6 p.m. Get your heart pump-ing with some strength/cardio,Zumba or cycling. You can also tryout the new low impact aerobicscourse or center yourself with yoga.For the class schedule, visit us onFacebook at NCBC Gulfport MWR orstop by the Fitness Center today!
RecreationFREE Movie Program at the Train-
ing Hall: Take a load off. Sit backand watch the big screen all byyourself for some alone time, ormake it a family night and bring thewhole crew! Stop by the Snack Baron your way in to get that butteredmovie popcorn and those othergoodies that help you get lost in themoment. Forget what was playing?No worries - put the movie hotlinein your phone, 228-871-3299 andcall anytime!
“Frankenweenie,” PG, 2:15 p.m.,“Trouble with the Curve,” PG-13, 5p.m. Sunday, “Hotel Transylvania,”
PG, 2 p.m.; “House at the End ofthe Street,” PG-13, 4:30 p.m.
Information, Tickets andTravel:
Top of the Hops Beer Fest- Enjoy asampling of over 150 world-classbeers AND you don't have to drive!Don't pay $40 for a cab, let MWR beyour DD. Your general admissionticket will include souvenir, 2 ouncesampling mug, festival guide, unlim-
ited sampling of over 150 beers, liveentertainment, and shuttle serviceprovided by MWR. Shuttles to theevent will depart at 4:30 p.m. and 6p.m. from ITT (building 365) park-ing lot. Return shuttle will departfrom the Coliseum at 7 p.m. and9:30 p.m. and will return to the ITT(building 365) parking lot. You mustbe 21 or older to attend; I.D.'s willbe checked. Children will NOT beallowed into the event. Price is only$55 and includes round trip trans-portation and general admissionticket. Call 228-871-2231 for details.
ITT has your Harlem Globetrotterstickets at military discount! Takethe kids to enjoy a show full of trickshots, jumps and dunks for just$24.45/ regular seat ticket. Call fordetails or stop by ITT to purchaseyours today! Don’t blink . . . or this offer will
race by you like the Daytona 500.Feel the rumble of the stadium inperson. Book your Daytona Interna-tional Speedway package today!ITT is offering packages at greatprices that include a ticket to theDaytona 500, round trip transporta-tion on a Coach bus and two nights’hotel accommodations. Packageprices vary depending on room oc-cupancy - starting at $450 for a sin-gle and running as low as $160 forfour person occupancy. The tripruns Feb. 23 - 25, and an initialdown payment is due by Jan. 18.Call ITT for details, 228-871-2231.
Liberty Center: Take your pick of sports this week-
end with the Liberty Program’s awe-some selection. Choose from NBABasketball on Saturday or MinorLeague Hockey Sunday. Watch theNew Orleans Hornets in action asthey take on the Golden State War-riors for only $20. The shuttle de-parts from the Liberty Center at 5p.m. Saturday.If you prefer hockey, check out
what the local Mississippi SurgeHockey team can do as they warmup their skates to take on theHuntsville Havoc for only $6. The
shuttle leaves from the Liberty Cen-ter Sunday at 6 p.m. Call 228-871-4684 for more details or to learnmore about exciting opportunitieswith the Liberty Center.
Navy Outdoor Recreation: Toughen up . . . don’t let the cold
weather keep you indoors! NOR haslots of fun equipment that will makeyou forget all about that chill in theair.Shhhhhhh . . . I smell a doe . . .
no a hog! Sorry Elmer Fudd, thishunt doesn’t include rabbits. Put onyour camouflage and sign up todayfor a NOR hunting trip package.Packages include transportation,lodging and meals and your choiceof doe or hog hunting or both. Thisopportunity is scheduled for Jan. 25– 27 and pricing starts as low as$1,000. Plus, the ranch does thedirty work and retrieves and cleansyour kills for you. Be sure to bringan ice chest so you can take themeat home to the family. Call NORfor details and to put down a de-posit today, 228-871-2127.FREE Batting Cage: No more to-
kens needed. Stop by and take aswing! Rent bats and helmets at nocharge from NOR during businesshours.
Food & BeverageThe Beehive is now open every
day of the week! Watch the gameon one of our seven flat screens,play a little pool and enjoy good
times with friends! With an excel-lent beverage selection, you aresure to find your preference. Callfor details 228-871-4009.Don’t want to get out in the cold
for lunch? Let The Grill bring it toyou. The Grill offers lunch deliveryMonday – Friday from 11 a.m. – 1p.m. Call 228-871-2494 to placeyour order. Fight that early morn-ing chill by getting a hot break-fast. The Grill is open as early as6:30 a.m. Take your pick fromFrench toast plates to breakfastburritos or traditional eggs andbacon. The Grill is located at thecorner of Colby and 7th Street.Anchors & Eagles: Great service
and good times are what you canexpect at Anchors & Eagles. Open
Tuesday - Thursday 2 - 9 p.m.,and designated for chiefs and offi-cers. Stop by and shake off theday with comrades.
Youth ActivitiesPlease note that YAC will be
CLOSED Monday in observation ofMartin Luther King, Jr. Day.There is no room for boredom
this Saturday. Join the YAC for avisit to the Insectarium and IMAX:Born to Be Wild in 3D. Check outboth for only $6 from 8 a.m. to 4p.m. Lunch needed.Put on your Chef hats and join
the Triple Play Cooking Club Tues-day for an extra tasty CheeseTaste Testing. Check it out forFREE from 5:30 – 8:30 p.m.
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For more informationFor more informationabout MWR programs andabout MWR programs andopportunities, contact:opportunities, contact:
UNITED WAY OF SOUTH MISSIS-SIPPI - United Way of South Mississippiis kicking off the new year with a “30Ways in 30 Days” challenge. Participantscan sign up on line and choose a volun-teer calendar for January that is tailoredto fit available time and customized fromthe menu of activities and opportunities.To sign up for the 30 Ways in 30 Dayschallenge, visit unitedwaysm.org andclick Volunteer.LONG BEACH ALTERNATIVE SCHOOLSEEKS MENTORS - Long Beach Alter-
native School on Old Pass Road in LongBeach is looking for mentors for threehigh school girls and four high schoolboys. Mentor duties will include provid-ing direction on assignments, increasingpersonal accountability and other lifeskills. Please call Michelle Harrison at228-865-1956 for more information or tovolunteer.WOOLMARKET ELEMENTARYSCHOOL SEEKS MENTORS - Woolmar-ket Elementary School on John Lee Roadin Biloxi is looking for mentors for their
male students as they prepare for middleschool. Please contact Shirley Hardmanat 228-392-5640 for more information orto volunteer.COAST SALVATION ARMY NEEDSVOLUNTEERS - Volunteers are need forvarious projects throughout the year.Contact Shawna Tatge for info,[email protected] DRIFTWOOD NURSING HOME - Wantto make a difference in the life of the eld-erly then volunteer with Driftwood Nurs-ing Home located right outside the Broad
Avenue gate. The contact for this volun-teer opportunity is Christina at 228-243-3421.VOLUNTEER WITH USO - Volunteeringis both fun and rewarding. If you are in-terested in volunteering or would likemore information, please visithttp://www.usovolunteer.org/. Volun-teers are needed at both USO locations -(NMPS 2nd Floor, NCBC and GulfportBiloxi International Airport.)PROFESSIONAL GOLF ASSOCIATIONNEEDS VOLUNTEERS - Volunteers are
needed for the Professional Golf Associa-tion (PGA) Champions Tour featuring topgolfers - Fred Couples, Tom Lehman,Mark Calcavecchia, Nick Price, & Bern-hard Langer March 18 - 24 at the FallenOak Golf Club, 24400 Highway 15,Saucier. Volunteer will receive a shirt, hator visor, a credential for the Week, mealsduring shift, six good-any-day tickets, afree round of golf at Grand Bear and ad-mission to a volunteer party at HardRock, Biloxi. For details, contactStephanie Griffis, 228-896-6365.
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Center Chaplains: Lt. Cmdr. Paul Smith, Protestant Chaplain
Lt. Yoon Choi, Protestant ChaplainFor information concerning other faith groups,
Looking for a church?The Seabee Memorial Chapel holdsservices every Sunday that might suityour needs. Protestant Services in-clude a Gospel Service at 8 a.m. andDivine Worship Service at 10:30 a.m.Catholic Services include CatholicMass at 9:30 a.m. There is alsoCatholic Mass Tuesdays at 11:15 a.m.Seabee PantryThe Seabee Pantry needs restocking.During the holidays, the need for fooddonations is at its highest level.Please donate as many canned goodsand other nonperishables as possible.Donation drop-off sites are located atthe Navy Exchange, Chapel, Commis-sary, Fleet and Family Support Centerand Armed Forces RetirementHome. The Seabee Pantry is for anyone affiliated with NCBC.Praise and WorshipThe Seabee Memorial Chapel is lookingfor new members for the Praise andWorship Team for the Divine Worship
Service at 10:30 a.m. Sundays. If youcan sing or play an instrument, you areinvited to come share your gift.Women’s Bible Study Women’s Fall Bible Study is heldWednesdays at 11 a.m. at theSeabee Memorial Chapel. The FallBible Study is conducting a six-weekstudy by Jennifer Rothchild - Miss-ing Pieces.” Free child care is avail-able. For more information on allofferings that are available, contactthe chapel at 228-871-2454.Tour of DutyWives of Faith present "Tour ofDuty" LIVE in Gulfport. A MorningRetreat with military wife & authorSara Horn at Seabee MemorialChapel Jan. 26. For questions con-tact Claire Jones at 228-214-3557or register at:wivesoffaith.org/todgulfport. A do-nation of $10 includes lunch or adonation of $15 with child-care(children up to age 10.)
Chapel Offerings
Postal stamp rate increase . . . The UnitedStates Postal Service will increase the first classrate stamp Jan. 27. The rate will increase to $.46for 1 ounce. To find out more about stamp rateincrease, please log onto www.USPS.gov.
Is your New Year’s resolution to give back tothe community? Volunteer today! USO volun-teers lift the spirits of America's troops andtheir families around the world. Our volunteersare the reason troops know they can count onthe USO. Every day USO volunteers impact the lives of troops in manyways including: helping out a special event; cheering troops at ahomecoming; welcoming troops to a USO Center and providing a lis-tening ear. Find out how you can volunteer with the USO by visitinghttp://www.usovolunteer.org. USO is located at the Naval MobilizationProcessing Site (NMPS) on board NCBC. Hours of operation: Monday -Friday, 8 a.m. - 4 p.m. Call 228-575-5224 for more information.
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“Rugby is a game for BARBAR-IANS that is played by GENTLE-MEN” The newly formedMississippi Gulf Coast Rugby Clubis recruiting players, coaches andfans for the 2013 season rightnow. We aren’t looking forwanna-be tough guys, peoplewho are out of shape or peoplewho don’t have time to dedicatethree days a week. Once youlearn how to play, this sport willsupersede your love of any other.Our games last 80 minutes, splitinto 40 minute halves, and de-mand a high level of endurance,strength and teamwork. Theteam is comprised of military andcivilians, officers and enlisted,blue-collar workers and doctors,18 year-olds to 40 year-old men.
We are di-verse andstrong. If youthink youhave what ittakes, comeout and seefor yourself. Practice is held atPopps Ferry Fields on Tuesdayand Thursday at 6 p.m. Bring afriend, if you think they can hang.For more information, visit Missis-sippi Gulf Coast Men’s RugbyFootball Club at www.MSGulf-CoastRugby.com,http://HTOsports.com/MS-GULFCOASTRUGBY or callJoey at 228-243-2673, Billy at440-251-4411, Doug at 228-493-6191 or email, [email protected].
Think you’re tough . . .enough to play RUGBY?
SUPPORTFamily Readiness Groups NMCB 1 FRG invites friends and family membersto attend FRG meetings the first Monday of everymonth at the Youth Activity Center, building 335. Apotluck dinner is served at 6 p.m., followed by ameeting at 6:30 p.m. Children are welcome andbabysitting is provided during deployment. ContactFRG President Mary Belanger, e-mail [email protected]. NMCB 11 FRG For more information regarding theNMCB 11 FRG, please visit the FRG and Ombuds-man website at http://nmcb11.webs.com.NMCB 74 FRG All families of NMCB 74 are invitedto the 74 FRG meeting the third Monday of eachmonth. Meetings are at the MWR Youth ActivitiesCenter, building 335, behind the Grinder on NCBC.Socializing begins at 5:30 p.m., and meetings beginat 6 p.m. Bring a covered dish to share at ourpotluck dinner. Children are welcome. [email protected] or visit our Facebook pageat “NMCB74 Fearless FRG” for more information.NMCB 133 FRG invites all friends and familymembers to attend FRG meetings the first Monday
of the month at 6 p.m. at the Youth Center. Chil-dren are welcome and babysitting is provided.Please bring a dish to share. For more informationcontact FRG President Jaime Royal at 317-730-4064 or send an email [email protected]. To receive updates, logon to the FRG site, http://www.wix.com/NMCB133FSG/133frg Gulfport Officer’s Spouse ClubThe Gulfport Officers’ Spouses’ Club is a social or-ganization that has FUN while helping our commu-nity. We meet monthly and have special interestgroups for almost everyone! For more information,email [email protected]. We hope to seeYOU soon! Navy Wives Clubs of America, Inc. The NavyWives Clubs of America, Inc. is interested inreestablishing a club in the local area and will behosting a meeting for new member Feb. 16. If youare interested in joining an organization that pro-motes the health and welfare of any enlisted mem-ber of the Navy, Marine Corps or Coast Guard,please contact Darlene Carpenter at 228-3422271or Tina O’Shields, 228-357-0513. Visit www.navy-wivesclubs-ofamerica.org for more info on NWCA. NMCRS The Navy-Marine Corps Relief Society Thrift Shop islocated in building 29 on Snead Street. The ThriftShop is staffed entirely by volunteers, and childcare and mileage are reimbursed. Retail hours ofoperation are Tuesday, Wednesday and Friday, 9a.m. - 1 p.m. Volunteers are always welcome. Visitthe NMCRS offices at the Fleet and Family SupportCenter, building 30, suite 103 or call 228-871-2610to find out how to become a part of the NMCRSvolunteer team! Gamblers AnonymousThe Fleet and Family Support Center offers GA
meetings every Thursday at 11 a.m. GA is a fellow-ship of people who share their experience, strengthand hope with each other. All meetings are confi-dential and facilitated by GA. Come to a meeting orcall Jim Soriano at 228-871-3000 fordetails.TRAINING Naval Sea Cadets The Gulfport branch of theNaval Sea Cadets are recruiting youth ages 11 to17 for Sea Cadets, a nation-wide organization thathelp youth achieve personal success through nauti-cal training. Meetings are the third Saturday of themonth from 8 a.m. until 3 p.m., building 1, 2ndfloor conference room. Contact Lt.j.g. Bowling at228-313-9035 or [email protected] for details.SOCIAL Miss. Gulf Coast First Class Association is al-ways looking for new members. Meetings are everyWednesday at 3 p.m. at CBC’s Beehive, building352. Call BU1 Tony Boldrey 228-871-2577 for de-tails or just come and join us at a meeting.CBC/20SRG Second Class Petty Officers As-sociation is seeking members. Meetings are Tues-days at 2:30 p.m. in the Fitness Center classroom.Contact the Association’s Public Affairs Officer LS2Matthew Wasson at [email protected] orPresident LS2 Earl Simpson [email protected] for information. NCBCMulti-Cultural Diversity Committee is seeking mem-bers. Meetings are held the first and third Wednes-day of the month at 9 a.m., at the SeabeeMemorial Chapel. Contact BU1 Jerma Cloude, 228-871-2454 for details. VFW Post 3937 Long Beach is open Monday -Thursday from noon until 8 p.m., Friday and Satur-day from Noon until 10 p.m., Sunday from noonuntil 7 p.m. The first Friday of the month isSeafood Night, the remaining Fridays are SteakNight. Breakfast is served from 7 to 10 a.m. on Sat-
urdays. VFW meetings are held the secondWednesday of the month at 7:30 p.m. New mem-bers are always welcome. Contact Post CommanderBill North at 228-863-8602 for information. VFW Post 4526 Orange Grove is open dailyfrom Noon to 10 p.m. and located at 15206Dedeaux Road, Orange Grove. Meetings are thefirst Wednesday each month at 7 p.m. All are wel-come and encouraged to attend. Call 228-832-0017for more info. NMCB 62 Alumni GroupNaval Mobile Construction Battalion (NMCB) 62 wasrecommissioned in Gulfport in 1966, and decom-missioned in 1989. To become a member, go tohttp://nmcb62alumni.org or for links to Seabee his-torical sites. Seabee Veterans of America Island X-1 Gulfport are seeking Active Duty, Reserve, Retiredor Seabees who left the military after a short periodof time. Island X-1 Gulfport meets the first Thurs-day of each month at Anchors & Eagles at 7 p.m.Contact Joe Scott (secretary) at 228-669-8335 [email protected] or log ontowww.nsva.org for information. D.A.V. - Disabled American Veterans, Chapter5 invites Veterans and future Veterans to monthlymeetings held the 3rd Monday of each month at 7p.m. Call Service Officer, Silva Royer at 228-324-1888 to find out more about our organization andall that is offered to members. HERITAGE The Seabee Gift Store is located in the SeabeeHeritage Center Training Hall, building 446. Hoursare Monday -Friday, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., and Satur-days from 11a.m. to 3 p.m. The shop has a varietyof Seabee related memorabilia, books and DVD’s.Contact the museum at www.seabeemuseum-store.org or call the gift shop at 228-871-4779 forinformation on all that is available.
CENTERNOTES
NCIS has two new anonymousways to report crimes or suspi-cious behavior with the use of dis-creet and secure online or textingtip lines.To report information by Celltext:1. Text “NCIS” to the short code274637 (CRIMES) from any cell orsmart phone.2. Receive a response, for example:“Your alias is: S2U5 Call 911 if ur-gent! If replies put you at risk, text
“STOP”3. Begin dialogueTo report information Online:1. Go to www.NCIS.navy.mil, clickon the “Report a Crime” tab and se-lect the icon for “text and Web tipHotline.”There is a reward of up to $1,000for information leading to a felonyarrest or apprehension.
See Something Wrong Do Something Right!
NCBC Security ReminderTo preventboth personaland governmentalproperty theft, NCBCSecurity would liketo remind you to remember to securevehicles, personalcompartments, workspaces, compounds,and buildings.
Don’t be a target!
Reserve component members willbe the first to see potential changesin their net pay as a result of thelaw, DFAS officials said. Changeswill be reflected in their Januarypaychecks.Active duty military personnel will
see pay adjustments in their Janu-ary mid-month paycheck and will be
reflected on the January leave andearnings statement.DoD civilians will see social secu-
rity withholding changes reflected inpaychecks based on the pay periodending Dec. 29, 2012, for pay datesbeginning in January. DFAS stresses that all personnel
