ANNOUNCEMENTS
THE DROP ZONE CLASSIFIED DEPARTMENT will take ads by phone from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday through Friday 982-9421, or you may mail your ad to 404 Graham Rd., Jacksonville, AR 72078. You may also email them to dropzoneclassifieds@arkansasleader.com Deadline to advertise in Friday issue is 5 p.m. Tuesday.
MEN'S BASEBALL league base team. Looking for players. Contact George DiBello. Work 743-4815, home 605-9272. Practice starts Saturday, 3 March 2/16
THRIFT SHOP open to the public. MWF, 10 am to 2 pm, first Saturday monthly. Great bargains. All revenues used to support mission. Volunteers and donations welcome. Jacksonville Care Channel, 201 Elm, 982-4647.
ALLIED REV Group Inc. is hereby offering classes in Phlebotany and certification. Medical billing and coding. Clinical hypnosis. Reduce weight. Hurry up-Limited Seat only. Call 982-3517.*
COOKIE SWAP: Everyone is invited. 101 Maryland. July 15, 2007 @ 2:00pm. Please contact Amy @ 501-542-4779 or Amm_117@yahoo.com for details. Come and make new friends!
YARD SALES
YARD SALE- Fri. & Sat. July 6th & 7th 902 Green Mountain Ct. Beebe baby boy clothes size infant to 6-9mths (479)567-9625.
GARAGE SALE, SATURDAY morning only. Collectibles, records, old piano books, tools, misc., no clothing, off Highway 89 in Deer Creek, 10 Buckridge, Cabot.
HELP WANTED
2 POSITIONS avail. F/T Sales Assoc. or P/T Technician looking for hardworking, ambitious individuals interested in automotive field. Apply in person at Firestone, 1006 W. Main St., Jacksonville or fax resume to 501-982-7258.*
PRESSMAN applicant sought for Leader Publishing. Experience a must. Apply in person at 404 Graham Rd. or call Randy at 982-9421. EOE.
IMMEDIATE JOB openings: receptionist & loan officer assistant. Part-time & full-time. Benefits. Cabot office. Will train. Must be high school graduate. (501)843-6141.*
HORSES
HORSES: Lucky Acres Boarding Stable, TLC for your horse, box stalls and paddocks, clean pastures, indoor and outdoor arenas, riding instruction and training program. Dressage our speciatly. (501) 988-2458.*
PETS
COCKATOO- Male triton, beautiful, talks, in excellent cond., 12 yrs. young. $600. Cabot. 843-8024
FREE TO A good home: half springer Spaniel & half golden retriever, 6 male 2 female, 7 1/2 wks old, 1st set of shots, have been wormed. 501-849-2928 or 501-358-0077
FREE ADORABLE Kittens! 7 weeks old. Litter box trained,flea free. Ready to go. Multi color striped. Really Cute!! 501-259-6993
FURNITURE
COUCH WITH recliners on each end, coffee table, 2 end tables $175.00. Kitchen table with glass tabletop and 4 rolling chairs $125.00. All in very good condition. Call 501-843-5501.
SECTIONAL - 6 months old $650; black teak wood dining table w/ six chairs & 2 leaves $450. All less than 1 yr old. Call 501-796-3898.
ITALIAN Microfiber couch, dark blue, less than 2 years old. Made and purchased in Italy, perfect condition. Paid 600 Euro ($830), asking $550. Includes extra material. Recliner chair. Navy blue, less than 2 years old. $125. 731-3737
SUEDE COUCH AND CHAISE LOUNGE, light brown, excellent condition, a steal for $350! Call 501-412-0063.
DORA the Explorer toddler bed for sale. $25. Call 605-8005.
ARMOIRE, solid wood, cherry finish, Queen Anne style w/one storage drawer. Fits TV up to 38 inches. Excellent condition. $350. Cabot area. 843-8024.
CORNER Computer desk with one file drawer $50. 870-405-2439
WHIRLPOOL Washer and dryer for sale 125 for both. Both run good, bought new ones. Call after 5:00 pm. Phone number 501-247-3726.
ASHLEY sofa, 1yr old, red and gold with nail head accents. $375 Cabot 628-4150
BLACK METAL bunk bed, twin/full combo. $50 or $75 with full mattress. Call 988-9722.
BEAUTIFUL formal dining room set; includes table, 6 chairs (cream colored cloth seats) and 2-piece hutch. Good quality, great shape, walnut finish. Central Cabot. First $500. 843-9055/628-4765.
RECTANGULAR (42" x 68") glass top patio table with six chairs. Excellent shape, although chair pads need cleaning. Moving, must sell. First $100.00. Central Cabot. 843-9055/628-4765.
COFFEE TABLE and two end tables solid oak, MSTA $150.00. Couch reclines, love seat rocks and reclines excellent condition $150.00. 412-2855
BLACK LEATHER COUCH with matching chair - $500 for both, wood & glass coffee table & matching end tables-$75, wood and glass entertainment center $100. (501) 352-6992
(2) REFRIGERATORS for sale in Sherwood. 1-white w/water dispenser 1-cream/freezer at btm. Both w/icemaker. $475 ea obo. Call 662-832-1774.
WASHER & DRYER- heavy duty electric whirlpool, $150.00 for both. Whirlpool refrigerator $150. Moving. 501-941-1891. Cabot
WANTED
WANTED: soccer players wanted to play on base, all levels welcome. Once or twice a week. Contact at chaconmitre@yahoo.com
WANTED: Need outdoor toddler toys, race car twin bed, playhouse etc.. reasonable sale or giveaway. Call 247-8130.
WANTED: BabySitter, needed for 2 toddlers in Jacksonville, good summer job for mature responsible Junior or Senior; must have transportation. Call 247-8130.
WANTED: Working mom needs fashionable size 18 or XL clothing for reasonable price or give away. Call 413-0437.
WANTED: BabySitter, needed for 2 toddlers in Jacksonville, must have transportation call 247-8130.
ITEMS FOR SALE
COMPUTER PARTS: 2 desktop computers, a 15 inch CRT monitor, speakers, extra cd-rom drive and a 64mb NVIDIA PCI video card new in box. All for $50 call 960-4791.
NORDIC Track CX985 Elliptical. 1.5 yrs old. Over $700 new. Barely used $500 firm. 501-676-5313, if no answer pls lv msg.
TRIPLET infant stroller with bracket and seats, rocking chair, Neosure Formula, call 247-8130
12' TRAMPOLINE w/ safety net, $50 and double stroller $25. 658-9413
AB LOUNGER $50, swing set $75, yard lounger $60 all less than 1 year old call crystal 402-706-1777.
CHAIN LINK fence- 35' of unused fence for $30.00. contact 501-366-5183
FRESH blackberries $ 1.00 a pint. No limit will deliver to base. Call 501 796 4177 or e-mail scripturepots@yahoo.com.
DARK ANGEL LCD silver paintball gun, many extras. $550. (501)-987-8392
1940's Wurlizter upright piano. Needs tuning, you pick up. 400$ OBO Emma @ 454-9324.
PEAVEY 7 piece drum set, includes Hi-Hat Snare 3 tons, Zildgin, cymbol, bass drum and set of studio rings. $500.00. 835-7797
27 " T.V. $100.00, 256 Mb iRiver MP3 Player w/case $50.00 and 6-speed battery operated baby swing with music $40.00. Call 988-4464.
GE CHEST freezer, 5 cubic feet, white, 1 year old, new condition, $100 501-454-7235.
2 - 9' X 7' Garage Doors and all the hardware. $200 each or $300 for both. 501 765 2420.
NORDIKTRAC TREADMILL. Very little use and works perfectly. New $1200. $225 OBO. 501-628-7270
LAWN & FARM EQUIPMENT
2002 Craftsman riding mower, 42 inch cut, 16.9 Briggs and Stratton engine. $450.00. Moving overseas must sell. 412-2855
AUTOS/ACCESSORIES
2000 CHEVY Silverado, 4 door, extended cab, bed liner, bed canvas cover,wheel trim, bug guard, cd player, white exterior w/ grey interior, $12000 obo. 982-9018 after 6 pm.
1999 TOYOTA Corolla. 136,000 K miles. Motor rebuilt and has 65,000 miles on it. Great A/C. Great on gas. $4,000 OBO. (501) 412-8410
1999 DODGE Ram for sale: 85K miles, new brakes tires. Asking KBB value $6275 OBO. Call Stephen (501)247-6043.
2003 FORD Explorer XLT 4WD, Black w/ grey interior, Tow package, new tires, under warranty $13,650. Jacksonville 501-985-5634
2005 CHEVY Silverado LS Extended Cab 4-door, V-8, 5.3L, 36K Miles, $18,000.00 Call Joe@ 501-590-2694.
2005 Cadillac CTS, Black, Wood grain, 42K miles, leather interior, great car, $20K- can't beat the price. Call 247-8130.
2003 Cadillac CTS, One time owner - 69,000 miles, Bose stereo, nor star, new tires, Asking $18,000- OBO. 501-605-3073 Wayne Robinson
2002 DODGE Intrepid 73000 miles. all power. 33mpg. excellent condition. 2 years left on warrenty 8000 OBO. Call anytime (210)296-6932.
1997 SATURN SW2, excellent cond., all power, 79K miles, Must see. Call 501-831-3905.
CUSTOM FIT speaker box for extended cab Chevy/ GMC truck, includes 2-10" Kickers & 300 watt amp, $400 (501) 425-3880
2004 CHEVY Silverado 4x4 Extended Cab 5.3L V8 3 inch body lift, dual exhaust 35K miles. $17K. 501-438-1122
2006 GSXR 600 Red/Blk. May extras, adult ridden, garage kept. $6850. Mark (501)952-1166
2004 CHEVROLET SILVERADO LS, Extended Cab., 4.8L, V8, 30K miles, Looks and runs great. Power everything. $16,600. 529-7707
1985 SUBARU GL wagon, 4 cylinder, red, 89K miles, new brakes & new shocks. Good condition. $900 obo. 960-2950
384 TON Dodge work Van good white paint & body 318- V-8 Dependable, only 102k miles,77 Model Beebe area. $700.00 OBO 501-726-3300.
2005 CADILLAC CTS, Black, Wood grain, 42K miles, leather interior, great car, $20K- can't beat the price. Call 247-8130.
2005 TOYOTA Celica, zephyr blue, 4 cyl auto, moonroof, cd, all power. Asking $15,000. Call (501)247-6043.
RECREATIONAL VEHICLES
30' CAMPER, $18K, used 2 times, brand new. Call 985-5680 and leave message.
2001 LARSON 210LXI with 100 hrs- only $21,000. 5.0 L V8 EFI Volvo engine. 'U' shape seating w/ stowable table, swim platform ski's, tub, life jackets, ropes, knee board, dual batteries, AM/FM cd stereo, bimini top, ez load trailer w/ dual axle & hyd. brakes. Call 501-231-0286.
COACHMAN 1994 Santara MH, 29' sleeps 5, twin beds in back, lots of cabinets, 38K miles, self conained, $13,500.00 843-7338.
2001 YAMAHA Warrior, new tires, many extras, $2,500. 2005 Polaris Predator Troylee edition, pipes jetted, $4,200. 5x10 trailer, call. 650-5097
2005 KAWASAKI KFX 400, barely ridden, excellent shape, $4,000 firm. 501-425-3880
2004 YAMAHA V-Star 650 Motorcycle, less than 1000 miles, windshield, Black Chrome-$4500. OBO 231-3914
2005 VULCAN Classic 1600, windshield, saddlebags, floor boards, Black and Chrome, 4700 miles, Luggage Rack-$7750. OBO 231-3914
MUST SELL boat due to move! Fast fish and ski boat, fuel efficient 75HP Johnson outboard. Life vests, 3 new tires, new trailer, 2 fuel tanks, skis, fish finder, etc.... Was $3,600 now $3,000 or best offer. Call 425-7015.
2002 YAMAHA Grizzly w/380 miles - like new! Hardwoods Camo patern, whinch, and mud & stock tires. $4400 OBO. Call 501-605-7005.
MUST SELL boat due to move! Fast fish and ski boat, fuel efficient 75HP Johnson outboard. Life vests, 3 new tires, new trailer, 2 fuel tanks, skis, fish finder, etc.... Was $3,600 now $3,000 or best offer. Call 425-7015.
1997 HONDA Prelude SH 124K miles, silver, 5 spd. New tires. Extensive service records. $5600 OBO. 501-628-7270
HOUSES FOR RENT
GRAVEL RIDGE area: #11 Single Oaks Dr., 3 br., 2 ba., 2000 s.f. dbl., garage, fenced yard. No pets. $850/ mo. 501-834-1251*
FOR RENT: Spacious newly built home, 4 Bedroom, 2 Bath, 1850 sq. ft., split floor plan. Fenced yard, 2 car garage. $1,150.00 per month. Magness Creek North, Cabot. Call Tony (501) 779-0049.*
FOR RENT: 8,000 sq ft Warehouse w/3 Bays; rent all or separate-& 4,300 sq ft office/retail space. 4111 John Harden Drive, 1 mile N of LRAFB Exit. (501) 247-4304.*
3 BEDROOM House, close to Air Force Base. Good neighborhood. Available now! $525 month. Call (501) 605-0452.*
CABOT COUNTRY LIVING: 3 Bedroom 2 Bath, 16x80 Big 'Beautiful' mobile home. New porches/decks/ sidewalks. Private property, quiet country settings. Dishwasher/ Range/ Refrigerator/ household water furnished. Washer/Dryer connections. New central heat & air. Military welcome/ 10 minutes to base. No smoking/ no pets. Rent starts @ $600 month with deposit & 1 year lease. References will be checked. Leave message for "Justice" @ 501-680-7190.*
4 BR 2 BA house for rent in Cabot on quiet cul-de-sac near Central Elementary, military discount, $670 monthly, $500 deposit. 941-1705.*
VILONIA: QUAIL Hollow, 13 Kimberly, 3/2/2, 1887 sq. ft., gas fireplace, breakfast bar, covered patio, fenced, 12x20 shop. Sell $154,900, lease $1150. (501) 941-1996.*
VILONIA: 44 Blair, 2 years old, immaculate, 3/2/2, brick, 1560 sq. ft., covered patio, fence, $800 lease, sell $124,900. (501) 941-1996.*
VILONIA: 70 Whispering Wind, 2/2/2, 1630 sq. ft., gas fireplace, double sinks and closets in master, covered patio, storage, $800 lease. (501) 941-1996.*
HOUSES FOR SALE
FSBO: 513 Harris Road, Jacksonville. 2228 sq. ft., 4 Bedroom, 2 1/2 Bath, 2 car garage, brick exterior, fenced yard. Near LRAFB. $217,900. Call (501) 749-9458.*
FOUR BEDROOMS 2 baths, 1850 square feet, electric, Vilonia Schools, city water/sewer, 20 minutes from base, $146K. 501-796-4662 or 501-517-1029*
FSBO- CABOT, Beautiful new home/ New subdivision-Lakewood, 2351 Lakeshore Lane, 10 minutes from LRAFB, 1/3 acre, corner lot, across from lake, 2390 sq. ft., 4/2 + bonus room. Dream kitchen- Kraft Maid cherry cabinets with corian & GE Profile stainless steel appliances. Large covered patio wired for Hot Tub! Make it your home today! $249,000. Call (501) 563-0420 or check it out @ www.2351lakeshore.com*
CABOT, Brand new 4 bedroom in Greystone. Call Jeanna, Blackwood Realty. (501) 605-8069*
Thursday, July 5, 2007
TOP STORY >>Hometown heroes to compete in Rodeo
By 1st Lt. Kelly George
314th Airlift Wing Public Affairs
Four Arkansas hometown heroes will compete in the international 2007 Air Mobility Rodeo competition July 22-28 at McChord Air Force Base, Wash.
1st Lt. Sean Kreps of Russellville, Master Sgt. Timothy Grisham of Hot Springs, Staff Sgt. Jonathan Ruelle of Rison, and Airman 1st Class Carl Hook of Mountain View, are all members of the 2007 Little Rock Air Force Base rodeo team.
More than 55 U.S. and international teams are scheduled to participate in the 2007 competition.
The competition focuses on readiness; and showcases airdrop, air refueling, security forces, aerial port, maintenance, and aeromedical evacuation as areas for evaluation.
Little Rock Air Force Base took home two major awards in the 2005 competition: “Best Airdrop Wing” and “Best C-130 Wing” and is gearing up to defend its titles during the 2007 competition.
Lieutenant Sean Kreps, officer in charge of the 314th Logistics Readiness Squadron rodeo team, is “truly honored to be back in the great state of Arkansas and being given the opportunity to represent the great citizens of this state.”
“My team and I intend to do Little Rock and the great state of Arkansas proud,” Lt. Kreps said.
Lieutenant Kreps was raised in Russellville and lived there until he joined the military when he was 19-years-old. He attended Russellville High School and married his high school sweetheart, Rachael Daniel.
Hot Springs native Master Sgt. Timothy Grisham is “extremely proud to have been chosen to represent Arkansas, Little Rock Air Force Base and the 314th AMXS (Aircraft Maintenance Squadron) in this year’s international rodeo competition…I feel we have an extremely well oiled cadre of maintainers that will excel during this competition. I expect good things from these good people,” Grisham said.
Sergeant Grisham is the noncommissioned officer in charge of C-130E aircraft maintenance for the 2007 rodeo team. The son of Howard and Tressie Grisham, also of Hot Springs, he says he has “been fortunate to have spent all but four years of my (service) in the Air Force here at Little Rock and near my family in my hometown of Hot Springs.”
Sergeant Grisham graduated high school in 1986 with 52 other graduates from Fountain Lake High School in Hot Springs and has served in the Air Force for 19 years.
Teammate Staff Sgt. Jonathan Ruelle of Rison is a member of the LRS rodeo team. Sergeant Ruelle, son of Raymond and Debra Ruelle, is “proud to serve my country whether I am home or abroad. The fact that I am home and that I am representing other Arkansans, whether it be in competition with fellow transporters…or defending freedom, I am very humbled and honored,” he said.
Sergeant Ruelle was very active in high school as a member of the Rison High School, “Wildcat” marching band, football, baseball, and track team.
Mountain View native Airman 1st Class Carl Hook, security forces rodeo team member, is “proud to be representing not only the Air Force at the 2007 Rodeo competition, but my hometown,” he said.
The Mountain View High School “Yellow Jacket” graduate lived in Mountain View for eight years before joining the Air Force, and was an outstanding 3.8 GPA student and the 2004 Homecoming King.
More information on the 2007 Little Rock Air Force Base rodeo and team members can be found at www.razorbackrodeo.com.
314th Airlift Wing Public Affairs
Four Arkansas hometown heroes will compete in the international 2007 Air Mobility Rodeo competition July 22-28 at McChord Air Force Base, Wash.
1st Lt. Sean Kreps of Russellville, Master Sgt. Timothy Grisham of Hot Springs, Staff Sgt. Jonathan Ruelle of Rison, and Airman 1st Class Carl Hook of Mountain View, are all members of the 2007 Little Rock Air Force Base rodeo team.
More than 55 U.S. and international teams are scheduled to participate in the 2007 competition.
The competition focuses on readiness; and showcases airdrop, air refueling, security forces, aerial port, maintenance, and aeromedical evacuation as areas for evaluation.
Little Rock Air Force Base took home two major awards in the 2005 competition: “Best Airdrop Wing” and “Best C-130 Wing” and is gearing up to defend its titles during the 2007 competition.
Lieutenant Sean Kreps, officer in charge of the 314th Logistics Readiness Squadron rodeo team, is “truly honored to be back in the great state of Arkansas and being given the opportunity to represent the great citizens of this state.”
“My team and I intend to do Little Rock and the great state of Arkansas proud,” Lt. Kreps said.
Lieutenant Kreps was raised in Russellville and lived there until he joined the military when he was 19-years-old. He attended Russellville High School and married his high school sweetheart, Rachael Daniel.
Hot Springs native Master Sgt. Timothy Grisham is “extremely proud to have been chosen to represent Arkansas, Little Rock Air Force Base and the 314th AMXS (Aircraft Maintenance Squadron) in this year’s international rodeo competition…I feel we have an extremely well oiled cadre of maintainers that will excel during this competition. I expect good things from these good people,” Grisham said.
Sergeant Grisham is the noncommissioned officer in charge of C-130E aircraft maintenance for the 2007 rodeo team. The son of Howard and Tressie Grisham, also of Hot Springs, he says he has “been fortunate to have spent all but four years of my (service) in the Air Force here at Little Rock and near my family in my hometown of Hot Springs.”
Sergeant Grisham graduated high school in 1986 with 52 other graduates from Fountain Lake High School in Hot Springs and has served in the Air Force for 19 years.
Teammate Staff Sgt. Jonathan Ruelle of Rison is a member of the LRS rodeo team. Sergeant Ruelle, son of Raymond and Debra Ruelle, is “proud to serve my country whether I am home or abroad. The fact that I am home and that I am representing other Arkansans, whether it be in competition with fellow transporters…or defending freedom, I am very humbled and honored,” he said.
Sergeant Ruelle was very active in high school as a member of the Rison High School, “Wildcat” marching band, football, baseball, and track team.
Mountain View native Airman 1st Class Carl Hook, security forces rodeo team member, is “proud to be representing not only the Air Force at the 2007 Rodeo competition, but my hometown,” he said.
The Mountain View High School “Yellow Jacket” graduate lived in Mountain View for eight years before joining the Air Force, and was an outstanding 3.8 GPA student and the 2004 Homecoming King.
More information on the 2007 Little Rock Air Force Base rodeo and team members can be found at www.razorbackrodeo.com.
TOP STORY >>Be proud to be an American Airman
Editor's note: The following was a letter written to the Airmen of the United States Air Force by USAF Chief of Staff Gen. T. Michael Moseley and Secretary of the Air Force Michael W. Wynne.
On July 4, 1776, fifty-six men signed a document that established the foundation for a new Nation where "all men are created equal" with "certain unalienable rights." It was a major milestone not just for the revoluntionary colonies but also for mankind.
Yet the Declaration of Independence alone did not produce freedom; Americans would have to fight for seven long years to break the "political bands" which connecteed them to the British crown.
Tens of thousands of Americans died during the war. This established in our Nation's infancy the concepts that freedom is not free, and whatever the price, it is worth paying.
Subsequently, each time our Nation and the ideals upon which it is founded have been attacked or threatened, American fighting men and women have responded to the call to protect and defend them against freedom's enemies.
Just as Minutemen of the Revolutionary War were ready to respond at a moment's notice, today our Airmen continually provide Global Vigilance, Global Reach and Global Power to ensure our Nation's security.
While the Minutemen's muskets have been replaced by the technologically advanced weapons systems of our Air Force, what has not changed in 231 years is our greatest asymmetric advantage: the courage, commitment, and sacrifice of our Airmen and their fellow Soldiers, Sailors, Marines and Coast Guardsmen.
Our Nation's Joint Force is now engaged in a global war against violent extremism, a philosophy that is diametrically opposed to the convictions on which our Founding Fathers based our Nation.
More than 34,000 Airmen are deployed around the world fighting this Global War on Terror; nearly 180,000 Airmen daily serve our Nation's Combatant Commanders; and all 683,000 Airmen in our Total Force give the Air Force an unprecedented ability to detect, deter, dissuade, and defeat our Nation's enemies.
We join the rest of the Nation in thanking you all for your service and sacrifice, without which we would not have these capabilities.
Wherever you are on our Nation's 231st birthday, have a safe and enjoyable holiday, and take pride in knowing that you are a member of the finest Air Force the world has ever known!
Your service provides the sword and shield that guard our Nation, its interests, and ideals throughout the world. On this Independence Day be proud to be an American Airman – a warrior who has answered our Nation's call to Fly, Fight, and Win.
Happy Independence Day!
On July 4, 1776, fifty-six men signed a document that established the foundation for a new Nation where "all men are created equal" with "certain unalienable rights." It was a major milestone not just for the revoluntionary colonies but also for mankind.
Yet the Declaration of Independence alone did not produce freedom; Americans would have to fight for seven long years to break the "political bands" which connecteed them to the British crown.
Tens of thousands of Americans died during the war. This established in our Nation's infancy the concepts that freedom is not free, and whatever the price, it is worth paying.
Subsequently, each time our Nation and the ideals upon which it is founded have been attacked or threatened, American fighting men and women have responded to the call to protect and defend them against freedom's enemies.
Just as Minutemen of the Revolutionary War were ready to respond at a moment's notice, today our Airmen continually provide Global Vigilance, Global Reach and Global Power to ensure our Nation's security.
While the Minutemen's muskets have been replaced by the technologically advanced weapons systems of our Air Force, what has not changed in 231 years is our greatest asymmetric advantage: the courage, commitment, and sacrifice of our Airmen and their fellow Soldiers, Sailors, Marines and Coast Guardsmen.
Our Nation's Joint Force is now engaged in a global war against violent extremism, a philosophy that is diametrically opposed to the convictions on which our Founding Fathers based our Nation.
More than 34,000 Airmen are deployed around the world fighting this Global War on Terror; nearly 180,000 Airmen daily serve our Nation's Combatant Commanders; and all 683,000 Airmen in our Total Force give the Air Force an unprecedented ability to detect, deter, dissuade, and defeat our Nation's enemies.
We join the rest of the Nation in thanking you all for your service and sacrifice, without which we would not have these capabilities.
Wherever you are on our Nation's 231st birthday, have a safe and enjoyable holiday, and take pride in knowing that you are a member of the finest Air Force the world has ever known!
Your service provides the sword and shield that guard our Nation, its interests, and ideals throughout the world. On this Independence Day be proud to be an American Airman – a warrior who has answered our Nation's call to Fly, Fight, and Win.
Happy Independence Day!
TOP STORY >>463rd member wins AFA top award
By Staff Sgt. Beth Orlen
314th Airlift Wing Public Affairs
He went from being a Soldier to working on the U.S.S. Cole as a contractor, but now Staff Sgt. Robert Tate III has a new claim to fame as the Air Force Association’s 2007 Chief Master Sgt. Thomas N. Barnes Crew Chief of the Year.
Sergeant Tate, a member of the 463rd Aircraft Maintenance Squadron, will be recognized for being at the top of his career field when the AFA chairman of the board presents him with the award at the organization’s national convention in Washington, D.C., Sept. 24.
The AFA presents this award annually in recognition of individual excellence in the critical mission support role of aircraft crew chief.
This dedicated C-130 crew chief, who was deployed when the award was announced, says he was truly amazed at winning the award.
“To me, this ... is not an individual award, but a unit award,” he said. “I’ve definitely been mentored by several people (in the unit). They trained me, and it should be shared with them.”
But Sergeant Tate’s leadership disagrees.
“Ace performer,” Maintenance All Star” and “Whole Package!” are words used to describe the Airman in the award nomination Lt. Col. Mike Christian, 463rd AMXS commander, submitted to the AFA.
Sergeant Tate spent the early years of his military career as an infantry man with such units as the 82nd Airborne Division and 101st Airborne Division, but decided the Army wasn’t for him.
After seperating, Sergeant Tate became a defense contractor who worked on restoring the U.S.S. Cole, a guided missile destroyer that suffered damage from a suicide bombing attack Oct. 12, 2000, while it was harbored in the Yemeni port of Aden. Seventeen sailors were killed in the attack.
It was this particular job that changed Sergeant Tate’s mind about being in the military – he joined the Air Force Reserves soon after and came on active-duty as a crew chief four years ago.
“I picked this job...because I like the mechanical aspect of the aircraft and the mission,” he said.
This crew chief said he doesn’t want people to think winning the award makes him any different than anyone else. “There are a lot of other people that have done as much as I have done. I just (happened to have) won the award,” said Sergeant Tate.
For his selection, Sergeant Tate is authorized to wear the Air Force recognition ribbon.
314th Airlift Wing Public Affairs
He went from being a Soldier to working on the U.S.S. Cole as a contractor, but now Staff Sgt. Robert Tate III has a new claim to fame as the Air Force Association’s 2007 Chief Master Sgt. Thomas N. Barnes Crew Chief of the Year.
Sergeant Tate, a member of the 463rd Aircraft Maintenance Squadron, will be recognized for being at the top of his career field when the AFA chairman of the board presents him with the award at the organization’s national convention in Washington, D.C., Sept. 24.
The AFA presents this award annually in recognition of individual excellence in the critical mission support role of aircraft crew chief.
This dedicated C-130 crew chief, who was deployed when the award was announced, says he was truly amazed at winning the award.
“To me, this ... is not an individual award, but a unit award,” he said. “I’ve definitely been mentored by several people (in the unit). They trained me, and it should be shared with them.”
But Sergeant Tate’s leadership disagrees.
“Ace performer,” Maintenance All Star” and “Whole Package!” are words used to describe the Airman in the award nomination Lt. Col. Mike Christian, 463rd AMXS commander, submitted to the AFA.
Sergeant Tate spent the early years of his military career as an infantry man with such units as the 82nd Airborne Division and 101st Airborne Division, but decided the Army wasn’t for him.
After seperating, Sergeant Tate became a defense contractor who worked on restoring the U.S.S. Cole, a guided missile destroyer that suffered damage from a suicide bombing attack Oct. 12, 2000, while it was harbored in the Yemeni port of Aden. Seventeen sailors were killed in the attack.
It was this particular job that changed Sergeant Tate’s mind about being in the military – he joined the Air Force Reserves soon after and came on active-duty as a crew chief four years ago.
“I picked this job...because I like the mechanical aspect of the aircraft and the mission,” he said.
This crew chief said he doesn’t want people to think winning the award makes him any different than anyone else. “There are a lot of other people that have done as much as I have done. I just (happened to have) won the award,” said Sergeant Tate.
For his selection, Sergeant Tate is authorized to wear the Air Force recognition ribbon.
NEWS BRIEFS >> 07/06/07
CLEP/DANTES tests available
Accelerate college degree completion via computer based testing at Bldg 840 Leadership Drive. Both CLEP and DANTES exams are free for active duty military members. For more information visit Rm 112 at the Education Center or call ASU-Beebe at 988-4151 or 987-8252.
NAF job available
The following non-appropriated-fund job is available: Lodging, custodial worker, NA-02, flexible hours. For more information call 987-6440.
MEO needs help for observance
The Military Equal Opportunity Office is looking for a program coordinator and committee members for the 2007 Hispanic Heritage Month Observance, held Sept. 15 through Oct. 15. Any person assigned to Little Rock AFB (i.e. active duty, retiree, family member, DoD civilian) has an opportunity to participate. An initial meeting will be held at 11 a.m. Wednesday, July 18 in MEO (Bldg. 842, behind the Education Center). If you have questions, please call 987-8629.
College pre-registration available
Pre-Registration started July 3 for ASU-Beebe Fall Term I classes on-base. Park University begins formal registration on July 23. But class schedules and pre-registration services are available now. For Southern Illinois, Embry Riddle Aeronautical, Webster and University of Arkansas-Fayetteville universities information is available at the college offices in Bldg 840 Leadership Drive near the Fitness center. For the Center location, call 987-3417.
Library summer reading program
All LRAFB children, preschool through sixth grade, check out the summer reading program "Paws, Claws, Scales and Tales!" at the Base Library. Registration continues through Aug. 3. For more information, call 987-6979.
Hangar 1080 now does breakfast
Starting July 9, Hangar 1080's Snack Bar will serve breakfast beginning at 6:30 a.m. Also lookout for buffet style breakfasts being available before large golf tournaments. For more information, call 987-5555.
Clinics closing at noon today
The 314th Medical Group clinics, offices and facilities will close at noon today for the 314th Medical Operations Squadron change of command ceremony. Normal hours will resume Monday. Contact Master Sgt. David Dague at 987-5477 for details.
Accelerate college degree completion via computer based testing at Bldg 840 Leadership Drive. Both CLEP and DANTES exams are free for active duty military members. For more information visit Rm 112 at the Education Center or call ASU-Beebe at 988-4151 or 987-8252.
NAF job available
The following non-appropriated-fund job is available: Lodging, custodial worker, NA-02, flexible hours. For more information call 987-6440.
MEO needs help for observance
The Military Equal Opportunity Office is looking for a program coordinator and committee members for the 2007 Hispanic Heritage Month Observance, held Sept. 15 through Oct. 15. Any person assigned to Little Rock AFB (i.e. active duty, retiree, family member, DoD civilian) has an opportunity to participate. An initial meeting will be held at 11 a.m. Wednesday, July 18 in MEO (Bldg. 842, behind the Education Center). If you have questions, please call 987-8629.
College pre-registration available
Pre-Registration started July 3 for ASU-Beebe Fall Term I classes on-base. Park University begins formal registration on July 23. But class schedules and pre-registration services are available now. For Southern Illinois, Embry Riddle Aeronautical, Webster and University of Arkansas-Fayetteville universities information is available at the college offices in Bldg 840 Leadership Drive near the Fitness center. For the Center location, call 987-3417.
Library summer reading program
All LRAFB children, preschool through sixth grade, check out the summer reading program "Paws, Claws, Scales and Tales!" at the Base Library. Registration continues through Aug. 3. For more information, call 987-6979.
Hangar 1080 now does breakfast
Starting July 9, Hangar 1080's Snack Bar will serve breakfast beginning at 6:30 a.m. Also lookout for buffet style breakfasts being available before large golf tournaments. For more information, call 987-5555.
Clinics closing at noon today
The 314th Medical Group clinics, offices and facilities will close at noon today for the 314th Medical Operations Squadron change of command ceremony. Normal hours will resume Monday. Contact Master Sgt. David Dague at 987-5477 for details.
TOP STORY >>Airman gets Kirkuk dialed in
By Tech. Sgt. Kevin Allen
506th Air Expeditionary Group Public Affairs
KIRKUK REGIONAL AIR BASE, Iraq – Airman 1st Class Matthew Walters, a telephone systems journeyman with the 506th Expeditionary Communications Squadron here, earned recognition as the 506th Air Expeditionary Group Diamond Sharp Award winner for the week of June 3-9.
Airman Walters, a Beebe native, is deployed in support of Operation Iraqi Freedom from Misawa Air Base, Japan. He’s 17 months into his career as an Airman and this is his first deployment.
“Being here gives me experience I can take back to my home station,” Airman Walters said. “Hopefully I’ll be able to show some of the newer Airmen, and maybe even some who have been in longer than me, what I’ve learned while I’ve been here.”
His performance highlights include quickly responding to an emergency affecting U.S. Army operations. A fiber optic cable was accidentally severed, resulting in a 90 percent loss of communication capabilities for soldiers in the affected area. His efforts in repairing the cable ensured full restoration of service in less than three hours.
Airman Walters was also responsible for closing 10 communications service requests, reducing work order backlog by 50 percent. His handling of five emergency telephone outages affecting base perimeter hot lines ensured communications availability for forces responsible for the safety of more than 5,000 American forces assigned here.
“Airman Walters’ outgoing personality and dedication to duty makes him stand (out) above his peers,” said the airman’s supervisor, Staff Sgt. Kyle Stine. “He’s always the first to step up and take on additional responsibility.”
Some of those additional responsibilities include serving as his deployed squadron’s physical training leader and volunteering as a member of the Kirkuk RAB Honor Guard.
“I chose Matthew as our Diamond Sharp (nominee) because he epitomizes the Air Force core values and demonstrates the ‘whole-person’ concept,” said Senior Master Sgt. Keith McIntosh, 506 ECS first sergeant. “There are many fine candidates in the 506 ECS who are doing great things,” he said, and “Airman Walters is truly deserving of this award.”
“A lot of work goes into what we do here,” said Airman Walters. “This award makes me proud, because I get to represent how hard everyone in my squadron works.”
506th Air Expeditionary Group Public Affairs
KIRKUK REGIONAL AIR BASE, Iraq – Airman 1st Class Matthew Walters, a telephone systems journeyman with the 506th Expeditionary Communications Squadron here, earned recognition as the 506th Air Expeditionary Group Diamond Sharp Award winner for the week of June 3-9.
Airman Walters, a Beebe native, is deployed in support of Operation Iraqi Freedom from Misawa Air Base, Japan. He’s 17 months into his career as an Airman and this is his first deployment.
“Being here gives me experience I can take back to my home station,” Airman Walters said. “Hopefully I’ll be able to show some of the newer Airmen, and maybe even some who have been in longer than me, what I’ve learned while I’ve been here.”
His performance highlights include quickly responding to an emergency affecting U.S. Army operations. A fiber optic cable was accidentally severed, resulting in a 90 percent loss of communication capabilities for soldiers in the affected area. His efforts in repairing the cable ensured full restoration of service in less than three hours.
Airman Walters was also responsible for closing 10 communications service requests, reducing work order backlog by 50 percent. His handling of five emergency telephone outages affecting base perimeter hot lines ensured communications availability for forces responsible for the safety of more than 5,000 American forces assigned here.
“Airman Walters’ outgoing personality and dedication to duty makes him stand (out) above his peers,” said the airman’s supervisor, Staff Sgt. Kyle Stine. “He’s always the first to step up and take on additional responsibility.”
Some of those additional responsibilities include serving as his deployed squadron’s physical training leader and volunteering as a member of the Kirkuk RAB Honor Guard.
“I chose Matthew as our Diamond Sharp (nominee) because he epitomizes the Air Force core values and demonstrates the ‘whole-person’ concept,” said Senior Master Sgt. Keith McIntosh, 506 ECS first sergeant. “There are many fine candidates in the 506 ECS who are doing great things,” he said, and “Airman Walters is truly deserving of this award.”
“A lot of work goes into what we do here,” said Airman Walters. “This award makes me proud, because I get to represent how hard everyone in my squadron works.”
OFF DUTY LIFE >>07-06-07
Autism support group meeting
The Autism and Developmental Disabilities Support of Searcy will hold its monthly meeting at 7 p.m. Tuesday, July 10 at Simmons First Bank on Main Street in Searcy. Speaker is Tamara Jenkins, OEM/911 coordinator for White County. Everyone is welcome. For more information, please contact Suzanne Modlin at 593-5399 or James at 593-3534.
Dyess Days event
The 2nd Annual Dyess Days is today and Saturday at Dyess Community Center, Dyess. The event, held at Johnny Cash’s hometown, features fun, festivities, food and entertainment for the entire family. There will be a classic vehicle and motorcycle display. Concerts begin with Angle Penny at 6 p.m. Friday, Doc Wooten performs at 7 p.m., Barbara Warhurst and Family Tradition at 8 p.m. and at 9 p.m. Mel McDaniel takes the stage. On Saturday Mickey Gilley and the Urban Cowboy Band perform at 7 p.m., Katie Lynn, Jackson Cash and Gene Williams and the Country Junction Band will be performing also. Admission for concerts is $25. For more information visit www.dyessday.com.
Photography display
From Prairie to Field: Photographs by Terry Evans is on display through July 29 at Arkansas Arts Center in Little Rock. Chicago-based photographer Terry Evans is nationally recognized for her images of the American prairie. This exhibition features 42 iris prints, shot by Evans, of the Field Museum’s scientific collections including birds, plants, fish, reptiles, mammals and insects dating back over 150 years. Admission is free. For more information visit www.arkarts.com.
Norman Rockwell traveling exhibit
Norman Rockwell in the 1940s: A View of the American Homefront is on display through Aug. 11 at Rogers Historical Museum, 322 South Second Street, Rogers. This traveling exhibition from the Norman Rockwell Museum in Stockbridge, Massachusetts, is composed of 40 popular Saturday Evening Post covers such as Rosie the Riveter and Willis Gillis and The Four Freedoms – the cornerstone of Rockwell’s war years work. The exhibit is augmented with items relating to World War II homefront activities in Benton County. Admission is free. For more information visit www.rogersarkansas.com/museum.
Arkansas art on display
The work of Arkansas artists James Hayes and Eric Freeman will be on display through Aug. 19 at SE Arkansas Arts and Science Center Kennedy and Altheimer, 701 Main Street, Pine Bluff. James Hayes uses nature, his emotions and inspiration for his art glass work. His multicolored display is playful, adventurous and distinctive. Eric Freeman’s drawings and paintings elict dreams, feelings and the rhythm of color. His display of mixed media evolves in a different way than photography. Admission is free. For more information visit www.artsciencecenter.org.
School uniform drive
The Jacksonville Parks and Recreation Teen Council is having a School Uniform Drive. The council will collect, care, and distribute to those in need of school uniforms. Donations accepted at Martin Street Youth Center, 201 Martin Street. For more information call 982-0818.
The Autism and Developmental Disabilities Support of Searcy will hold its monthly meeting at 7 p.m. Tuesday, July 10 at Simmons First Bank on Main Street in Searcy. Speaker is Tamara Jenkins, OEM/911 coordinator for White County. Everyone is welcome. For more information, please contact Suzanne Modlin at 593-5399 or James at 593-3534.
Dyess Days event
The 2nd Annual Dyess Days is today and Saturday at Dyess Community Center, Dyess. The event, held at Johnny Cash’s hometown, features fun, festivities, food and entertainment for the entire family. There will be a classic vehicle and motorcycle display. Concerts begin with Angle Penny at 6 p.m. Friday, Doc Wooten performs at 7 p.m., Barbara Warhurst and Family Tradition at 8 p.m. and at 9 p.m. Mel McDaniel takes the stage. On Saturday Mickey Gilley and the Urban Cowboy Band perform at 7 p.m., Katie Lynn, Jackson Cash and Gene Williams and the Country Junction Band will be performing also. Admission for concerts is $25. For more information visit www.dyessday.com.
Photography display
From Prairie to Field: Photographs by Terry Evans is on display through July 29 at Arkansas Arts Center in Little Rock. Chicago-based photographer Terry Evans is nationally recognized for her images of the American prairie. This exhibition features 42 iris prints, shot by Evans, of the Field Museum’s scientific collections including birds, plants, fish, reptiles, mammals and insects dating back over 150 years. Admission is free. For more information visit www.arkarts.com.
Norman Rockwell traveling exhibit
Norman Rockwell in the 1940s: A View of the American Homefront is on display through Aug. 11 at Rogers Historical Museum, 322 South Second Street, Rogers. This traveling exhibition from the Norman Rockwell Museum in Stockbridge, Massachusetts, is composed of 40 popular Saturday Evening Post covers such as Rosie the Riveter and Willis Gillis and The Four Freedoms – the cornerstone of Rockwell’s war years work. The exhibit is augmented with items relating to World War II homefront activities in Benton County. Admission is free. For more information visit www.rogersarkansas.com/museum.
Arkansas art on display
The work of Arkansas artists James Hayes and Eric Freeman will be on display through Aug. 19 at SE Arkansas Arts and Science Center Kennedy and Altheimer, 701 Main Street, Pine Bluff. James Hayes uses nature, his emotions and inspiration for his art glass work. His multicolored display is playful, adventurous and distinctive. Eric Freeman’s drawings and paintings elict dreams, feelings and the rhythm of color. His display of mixed media evolves in a different way than photography. Admission is free. For more information visit www.artsciencecenter.org.
School uniform drive
The Jacksonville Parks and Recreation Teen Council is having a School Uniform Drive. The council will collect, care, and distribute to those in need of school uniforms. Donations accepted at Martin Street Youth Center, 201 Martin Street. For more information call 982-0818.
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