CLASSIFIEDS >> 052716

ANNOUNCEMENTS

THE COMBAT AIRLIFTER 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, Ark. 72078. You may also e-mail them to combatairlifterclassifieds@arkansasleader.com Deadline to advertise in Friday’s issue is 5 p.m. Tuesday.

HOME IMPROVEMENTS UP TO $25,000 per household with Government Money set aside for these improvements.! WANTED 10 Homes needing METAL ROOFS, SIDING OR WINDOWS! Save Hundreds of $$$$!!!! *Free Estimate. Payments $59/Mo. No money down. Senior and Military discounts 866-668-8681*wac.**

HELP WANTED

Don's Weaponry is seeking a sales associate, responsible for firearm sales as well as all products and services associated within the industry. Firearms knowledge is very helpful but not required. Sales background is preferred but not required. This position can be very fast paced and attention to detail is an absolute must! Females are encouraged to apply for all positions. Must be 21 to apply. No phone calls please. Salary/Hourly is negotiable. Benefits not available at this time. Discounts on firearms and accessories available. Please send resume to donsweap@aol.com or deliver in person.

FedEx GROUND  - Central AR Area, CLASS A CDL DRIVERS – TEAMS- Signing bonus on day one! Currently looking for Class A CDL drivers for team runs. Premium mileage pay and great benefits. Home weekly. Apply today. Must have Class A CDL, 1 year of exp., be able to get doubles endorsement.. Call/text: 870-754-5100, email: drivenow@outlook.com.**

DRIVERS - $5000 Sign on bonus! Home every weekend, Great benefits, paid holidays & miles New equipment. Dry vans. Local family owned & operated. Must be 23 years of age and have valid class A CDL. 2 yrs OTR exp. a must.  ThompsonTrans.net, or call (501) 228-8800.**

AUCTIONS

AUCTION - SAT., JUNE 4, 2016 Real Estate (11 am) & Personal Property (10 AM) 111 Crestview Dr. Pangburn, , AR  72121. 13 ACRES M/L, w/2300 SQ Ft. Double wide apx. 2 mi fr. Little Red, , APX. 17 mi. N. of Searcy,  TO SEE PICS, Personal Property listing, DETAILS, TERMS, INFO: www.nealdavisauctioneers.com or auctionzip.com ID 19078, 501-940-2138 or Jason at 501-454-3382. NEAL DAVIS AUCTION & REALTY CO. PB6564, AALB.**

FARM & CONSTRUCTION EQUIPMENT AUCTION - Thurs. - Fri, June 9th-10th • 9AM, 2408 Hwy 64 West Wynne, AR 72396. Equipment to sell at this auction? Equip. Accepted through Tues. June 7., 10% BP on fi rst $2500 ea. item sold, $250 max BP per item. Live Online bidding @proxibid.com Details:www.witcherauctions.com. 870-238-1400 AALB#’s 2100, 2101.**

Save the Date! AUCTION - Sat. June 4, 10am, 27010 Hwy 107, Cabot, AR 72023 Lots of great items! SOMETHING FOR EVERYONE! Details: auctionzip.com ID #35576 107auctionblock.com. Cory Nicholson,, AR lic #2447, 501-985-SOLD. Terms: 10% Buyer’s Premium up to $10,000. 5% Buyer’s Premium over $10,000.**

YARD SALES

FAMILY YARD sale, 5/27, 2 pm-?, 5/28, 7 am-5 pm, 40 Sun Valley Dr., Cabot.

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 specialty. (501) 988-2458.

PETS

BONDED PAIR, Eclectus Parrots, male - 14 yrs. old, female - 9 yrs. old. Male - very pretty. Female - moody. Both talk. Cage included. $800 obo. (501) 529-8097.

AUTOS/ACCESSORIES

2006 NISSAN 350Z, low mileage, convertible, $13,500. (440) 453-6685.

MISC.

RELAX AND SAVE! SAVE $1500 on a new WALK IN TUB. Heated Seat, Hand held Shower, Aromatherapy, 26 Massage jets, Vantage Therapeautic Walk-In-Baths. Call NOW! 1-888-376-4323.**

Panther Creek Carports – 10x 20x7 Factory direct, $598.  Offer good through May 31. Call 1-501-835-7222 OD Funk Manufacturing Inc. Sherwood, AR | Since 1976 Rated for 90 mph winds & 20 lbs snow loads.**

FURNITURE

MAN CAVE! No man cave is complete without a Korea/Vietnam era, 2,000 lb. bomb tail table, 5’x2.5’x5’, thick tempered glass, $1,500 obo. (501) 773-7741, pics. avail. upon request.

MOVING - will trade gas dryer for electric dryer. Also, used 3-seater swing, $50. (352) 208-3785, Mark.

LOTS & ACREAGE

SEALED BID LAND SALE -  ± 240 acres west of Red River in Miller County. Hunter’s paradise! Ducks, deer and hogs. John Nutt (903) 824-0581 www.nuttauction.com, Gerald Haire Realty, AAL# 1030.**

MOBILE HOMES

LENDER OFFERING  Gov. programs, Manufactured homes. 501-653-3201.**

Mobile Homes with acreage. Ready to move in. Seller financing (subject to credit approval)Lots of room, 3Br 2Ba.. No renters. 501-588-3300.**

HOUSES FOR RENT

CABOT: WELL-MAINTAINED 3 bedroom, 2 bath, garage, fenced yard, backs up to woods, 12 miles to base. 1 year lease, $1,100, 2 yr. lease, $1,035. $1,100 deposit, available 6/28. (501) 773-7741.

CABOT HOME for rent: 3 bedroom, 2 bath, hardwood floors & tile, fireplace, 2-car garage with opener, great neighborhood. 1 year lease, no pets, $900 month, $800 deposit. (501) 231-5902.

TOP STORY >> 18th AF commander visits Little Rock

By Staff Sgt. Jeremy McGuffin

19th Airlift Wing Public Affairs

U.S. Air Force Lt. Gen. Sam Cox, 18th Air Force commander, visited Little Rock Air Force Base, Home of Combat Airlift, May 23-24 for the first time since taking command of Air Mobility Command’s only numbered air force in October. 

The general visited the Walters Community Support Center and met with the supporting agencies that help Airmen and their families. He received an in-depth look at the programs aimed at keeping Team Little Rock resilient even as operations tempo remains high.

Cox received a detailed 19th Airlift Wing mission brief and visited key supporting elements which combine to ensure combat airlift succeeds. His tour included the 41st and 61st Airlift Squadrons where he had the opportunity to fly with the 61st AS in a C-130J. 

During his visit with the 41st and 61st AS, Cox commented that the combat airlift capability begins with the formal training unit here, then builds all the way to the operational execution through the 19th AW and the employment of those assets. 

Combat Airlift, while comprised of two flying squadrons, is effective through its supporting agencies who work together to support the operational units to ensure mission success. 

At the All Call, Cox spoke to members of Team Little Rock on how the base exemplifies the total force concept through its partnership with both Air National Guard and Air Force Reserve components. 

“I see Mobility Forces moving toward an increased and better reliance on the Total Force,” Cox said. “Our Active, guard, and Reserve partnership is going to be critical moving forward.”

Cox also offered insight as to what the future of the Air Force looks like. He emphasized that continuing to invest in the Air Force’s capabilities and readiness are essential to ensuring that the Air Force maintains global range, speed and strategic agility.

“While we won’t see growth at all in terms of weapons systems, what we’ll be able to do is fill in where some of those personnel gaps,” the general said. “We made some of the force shaping decisions based on a force size that’s different than we have today in terms of force structure. So now that we are there in structure, it’s about refilling the holes in manpower.”

Although the Air Force now boasts a smaller footprint, the newer technologies and platforms coming online mean infrastructure requirements are decreasing. The Air Force is continuing to “Right the Force” in terms of size, capacity, readiness as well as present and future capabilities. Cox emphasized the importance of thinking outside the box and finding creative solutions to not only today’s problems but those of the future.

“We have that innovative spirit,” said Cox. “It’s that ‘over not through’ mentality that creates a different way of attacking problems.””

As Cox wrapped up his tour of Little Rock AFB he commented not only on the hard work and excellence of the Airmen but the total force concept being implemented and the teamwork demonstrated daily. He had one final message for Team Little Rock

“Continue to be the best at your job,” Cox said. “Strive to be the best and have a positive attitude because you are important people performing an important mission.”

TOP STORY >> 48 selected for Master Sgt. stripe

JOINT BASE SAN ANTONIO-RANDOLPH, Texas  – Forty-eight Team Little Rock technical sergeants were selected for promotion to master sergeant on Wednesday. The Air Force selected 5,109 of the 21,504 eligible this promotion cycle. The selection rate was 23.34 percent, with an average selectee overall score of 543.62. Selectees’ average time in grade was 4.04 years and time in service was 14.59 years. Average decorations score was 11.47; United States Air Force Supervisory Examination average score was 63.08; and the average board score was 378.50. Selectees will be promoted in order of promotion sequence number beginning in August. The selectees are:

19th Airlift Wing

Terence Brumfield

19th Aircraft Maintenance Squadron

Heath Freeman

19th Aircraft Maintenance Squadron

Santiago Gonzales

19th Aircraft Maintenance Squadron

Robby Jackson

19th Aircraft Maintenance Squadron

Joseph Olsen

19th Aircraft Maintenance Squadron

Jason Peoples

19th Aircraft Maintenance Squadron

Jerry Wall

19th Aircraft Maintenance Squadron

Andrew Wester

19th Aircraft Maintenance Squadron

Ellwood Witt III

19th Aircraft Maintenance Squadron

Christopher Young

19th Aircraft Maintenance Squadron

Kevin Neal

19th Airlift Wing

Aimee Barnett

19th Civil Engineer Squadron

Anthony Kun

19th Civil Engineer Squadron

Michael Cook Jr. 

19th Communications Squadron

Johnathan Anderson

19th Contracting Squadron

Anthony Hutton

19th Force Support Squadron

Ashley Pee

19th Force Support Squadron

LaVaughn Arizpe

19th Logistics Readiness Squadron

Jason Dudley

19th Logistics Readiness Squadron

Michael Hollis

19th Logistics Readiness Squadron

John Medici

19th Logistics Readiness Squadron

James Perdicaris

19th Logistics Readiness Squadron

Elizabeth Witt

19th Logistics Readiness Squadron

Justin Gentry

19th Maintenance Squadron

Joshua Gorniak

19th Maintenance Squadron

Patrick Helmstadter

19th Maintenance Squadron

Nicholas Massingill

19th Maintenance Squadron

Christopher Roback

19th Maintenance Squadron

Richard Smith

19th Maintenance Squadron

Richard Vallejo

19th Maintenance Squadron

Lenn Bassett

19th Operations Support Squadron

April Stanford

19th Operations Support Squadron

Kristina Wood

19th Operations Support Squadron

Robert Dodson

19th Security Force Squadron

314th Airlift Wing

Douglas Anderson

314th Airlift Wing

Bobby Clark Jr.

314th Airlift Wing

Jacob Finley,

314th Airlift Wing

William Freshley, 

48th Airlift Squadron

Justin Hall,

314th Airlift Wing

Rickey Kelly Jr.

314th Airlift Wing

Jonathan McRoy

714th Training Squadron

Matthew Merkley

48th Airlift Squadron

Aaron Parkinson

314th Airlift Wing

Willie Ross Iii

314th Airlift Wing 

Shaun Shurkin

314th Airlift Wing

Eric Silva

314th Airlift Wing 

Jennifer Stinnett

314th Airlift Wing 

Scott Thiels

314th Airlift Wing

CLASSIFIEDS >> 052016

ANNOUNCEMENTS

THE COMBAT AIRLIFTER 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, Ark. 72078. You may also e-mail them to combatairlifterclassifieds@arkansasleader.com Deadline to advertise in Friday’s issue is 5 p.m. Tuesday.

Our Hunters will Pay Top $$$ To hunt your land. Call for a Free Base Camp Leasing info packet & Quote. 1-866-309-1507. www.BaseCampLeasing.com.**

YARD SALES

YARD SALE, 5/20 & 21, 833 Mahoney Rd., Cabot.

MOVING SALE, 5/21, 13218 Hwy. 31 N., Ward. Everything must go! Washer/dryer, furniture, clothes, hunting supplies, tools, little bit of everything.

COMMUNITY WIDE yard sale, 5/21, 8 am-5 pm, all LRAFB housing.

AUCTION

AUCTION - SAT., JUNE 4, 2016 Real Estate (11 am) & Personal Property (10 AM) \ 111 Crestview Dr. Pangburn, , AR  72121. 13 ACRES M/L, w/2300 SQ Ft. Double wide apx. 2 mi fr. Little Red, , APX. 17 mi. N. of Searcy,  TO SEE PICS, Personal Property listing, DETAILS, TERMS, INFO: www.nealdavisauctioneers.com or auctionzip.com ID 19078, 501-940-2138 or Jason at 501-454-3382. NEAL DAVIS AUCTION & REALTY CO. PB6564, AALB.**

HELP WANTED

Don's Weaponry is seeking a sales associate, responsible for firearm sales as well as all products and services associated within the industry. Firearms knowledge is very helpful but not required. Sales background is preferred but not required. This position can be very fast paced and attention to detail is an absolute must! Females are encouraged to apply for all positions. Must be 21 to apply. No phone calls please. Salary/Hourly is negotiable. Benefits not available at this time. Discounts on firearms and accessories available. Please send resume to donsweap@aol.com or deliver in person.

EXPERIENCED CLASS A DRIVERS NEEDED - OTR Dry Van – Bowerman Trucking, Guaranteed Home Weekly, $1,000 Sign-On Bonus, Fully Paid Odometer Miles, Paid Vacation, Health/Medical/Dental No California/New York City 800-928-4503.**

DRIVERS - $5000 Sign on bonus! Home every weekend, Great benefits, paid holidays & miles New equipment. Dry vans. Local family owned & operated. Must be 23 years of age and have valid class A CDL. 2 yrs OTR exp. a must.  ThompsonTrans.net, or call (501) 228-8800.**

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 specialty. (501) 988-2458.

PETS

BONDED PAIR, Eclectus Parrots, male - 14 yrs. old, female - 9 yrs. old. Male - very pretty. Female - moody. Both talk. Cage included. $800 obo. (501) 529-8097.

MISC.

SWEET CORN - Coming Soon Order Now! Esau Farms 870-382-5738 or 870-382-262.3 EsauSweetCorn.com.**

RELAX AND SAVE! SAVE $1500 on a new WALK IN TUB. Heated Seat, Hand held Shower, Aromatherapy, 26 Massage jets, Vantage Therapeutic Walk-In-Baths. Call NOW! 1-888-376-4323.**

HOME IMPROVEMENTS UP TO $25,000 per household with Government Money set aside for these improvements.! WANTED 10 Homes needing METAL ROOFS, SIDING OR WINDOWS! Save Hundreds of $$$$!!!! *Free Estimate. Payments $59/Mo. No money down. Senior and Military discounts 866-668-8681*wac.**

SECURITY! Protect your home with fully customizable security and 24/7 monitoring right from your smartphone. Receive up to $1500 in equipment, free (restrictions apply). Call 1-800-810-4482.**

Panther Creek Carports – 10x 20x7 Factory direct, $598.  Offer good through May 31. Call 1-501-835-7222 OD Funk Manufacturing Inc. Sherwood, AR | Since 1976 Rated for 90 mph winds & 20 lbs. snow loads.**

FURNITURE

MAN CAVE! No man cave is complete without a Korea/Vietnam era, 2,000 lb. bomb tail table, 5’x2.5’x5’, thick tempered glass, $1,500 obo. (501) 773-7741, pics. avail. upon request.

MOVING - will trade gas dryer for electric dryer. Also, used 3-seater swing, $50. (352) 208-3785, Mark.

HOUSES FOR RENT

CABOT: BEAUTIFUL 3 bedroom, 2 bath, all brick home, double garage, fenced backyard. Must see. $1,050 month, $1,050 deposit, no smoking, 1 year lease. (501) 628-1225.

CABOT: WELL-MAINTAINED 3 bedroom, 2 bath, garage, fenced yard, backs up to woods, 12 miles to base. 1 year lease, $1,100, 2 yr. lease, $1,035. $1,100 deposit, available 6/28. (501) 773-7741.

FOR RENT: Jacksonville, $565. In excellent area, 2 bedroom, 1 bath, nice kitchen & living room, newly remodeled, nice back deck, large fenced backyard. No pets. 709 Braden St. (501) 596-2700.

CABOT HOUSE for rent. 3 bedroom, 2 bath, garage, recently updated, big yard, privacy fence, in town. Pets allowed, $750, available now. For details, (501) 743-9107.

4 BEDROOM mobile home for rent. Partial water paid, $650 per month, plus deposit. (501) 519-2558.

MOBILE HOMES

LENDER OFFERING  Gov. programs, Manufactured homes. 501-653-3201.**

MOBILE HOME PARTS FOR SALE -  Skirting, Screens, Windows, Doors, Tubs, Roof Coating, Moulding, Faucets, Sinks, Locks, Anchors, Floor Registers, Vent Fans, Showers. 501-241-2032.**

Mobile Homes with acreage. Ready to move in. Seller financing (subject to credit approval)Lots of room, 3Br 2Ba.. No renters. 501-588-3300.**

New Single Wide for sale - $19,900 call 501-653-3201.**

LOTS & ACREAGE

SEALED BID LAND SALE -  ± 240 acres west of Red River in Miller County. Hunter’s paradise! Ducks, deer and hogs. John Nutt (903) 824-0581 www.nuttauction.com, Gerald Haire Realty, AAL# 1030.**

TOP STORY >> Little Rock AFB honors Police Week 2016

by Senior Airman Mercedes Taylor

19th Airlift Wing Public Affairs 

The Little Rock Air Force Base 19th Airlift Wing Security Forces Squadron partnered with the local police community to honor law enforcement officers during National Police Week held May 9-13 at Little Rock Air Force Base.

In 1963, President John F. Kennedy established May 15 as the Peace Officers Memorial Day; the week in which that date falls is National Police Week. The annual observance commemorates law enforcement officers who’ve fallen in the line of duty.

This year, 19th SFS Defenders began the week with a formation run. Other events throughout the week included a two-day jail-n-bail, 24-hour ruck march, military working dog competition and a capability demonstration. Local police agencies such as Jacksonville Police Department and the Pulaski County Sheriff Department participated in several of these base events as well.

“Police Week went really well this year,” said U.S. Air Force Staff Sgt. April Berry, a 19th SFS military working dog handler. “The support we received this year was enormous, especially from the local community. We had multiple organizations come out and support the event.”

The week ended with a somber closing ceremony where the base Honor Guard fired three volleys and played Taps for fallen police officers.

“Police Week allows us to showcase our capabilities to the community while raising morale,” Berry said. “However, it’s not just a week of events. It’s a ceremony of people we’ve lost; when you read the names of people who have given the ultimate sacrifice in the line of duty it’s very humbling.”

TOP STORY >> Turkey Shoot: Aircrews vie for bragging rights

By Staff Sgt. Jeremy McGuffin

19th Airlift Wing Public Affairs

Six aircrews representing their respective units took to the skies to determine who the best of the best is during the annual Turkey Shoot competition May 13 at Little Rock Air Force Base. The turkey shoot is a premier training exercise that challenges one flying unit against another in a friendly competition which aims to hone combat airlift fundamentals. 

This year’s competition gave the 48th Airlift Squadron, 714th Training Squadron, 41st Airlift Squadron, two crews from 61st Airlift Squadron and the 327th Airlift Squadron the ability to flex their skills and compete against each other. The previous turkey shoot was smaller scale, but the event has now gained traction among all of Team Little Rock and looks to become an integral part of our tradition. 

“All traditions have a beginning,” said U.S. Air Force Capt. Scott Branco, 314th Operations Group Chief of Weapons and Tactics and event coordinator. “The last time we executed a turkey shoot we only had participation from the 314th Airlift Wing. Our vision for the event is to hold it twice a year while continuing to grow with maintenance and mission support functions.”

The turkey shoot is split into multiple events to test and evaluate all aspects of Combat Airlift such as high-level and low level time control, threat mitigation, simulating GPS-out, container delivery system airdrops, assault landings and loading/offloading Humvees. An evaluator was placed on each aircraft with the crewmembers to record their performances. 

“Across the board we had great feedback from the aircrews” said Branco. “They were able to execute all of the events and we had them doing things not normally done on a daily basis. The crews earned great scores which shows our teamwork and training is top notch and we can achieve mission success in the face of challenging situations.”

The combination of the events for each unit is tallied and scored by judges. The winners are scheduled to be announced May 20, 2016, at 3 p.m. at Hangar 1080.  

The award presentation itself aims to create traditions for Team Little Rock.

“With a nod to the Arkansas Razorbacks, we got our hands on a miniature “pig trophy” for the turkey shoot awards” said U.S. Air Force Capt. Nick Hainsfurther, 314th OG Weapons and Tactics deputy chief. 

For this iteration of the competition, the judges will award the front half of the “pig trophy” to the aircrew with the best assault landing and the rear half of the pig to the crew with the fastest engine running on load/off load time.  

“A new trophy we are implementing is a real stuffed turkey which will go the squadron of the overall best crew that Staff Sgt. Bruchwalski from the 48th Airlift Squadron donated from his personal collection,” Hainsfurther said.  “We also have a plaque that we plan to hang in a prominent spot that will bear the winners of this and each subsequent turkey shoot.”

The turkey shoot is more than just fun competition, but also a lead into the new Mobility Guardian Exercise being conducted by Air Mobility Command planned for July 30 – Aug. 12, 2017 at Joint Base Lewis-McChord, Washington.

“We envision the turkey shoot as a stepping stone to Mobility Guardian,” Hainsfurther said. “Whether or not the winning crew from the turkey shoot represents Little Rock at Mobility Guardian, the overarching objective of the turkey shoot is to hone combat airlift fundamentals which we expect to improve Team Little Rock’s performance not only at Mobility Guardian, but here at Little Rock Air Force Base and abroad.”

To view last year’s competition visit https://afpims.dma.mil/Site/ManagerView.aspx?URL=http:/ newpreview.afnews.af.mil/littlerock/news/story.asp?id=123457026.

CLASSIFIEDS >> 050616

ANNOUNCEMENTS

THE COMBAT AIRLIFTER 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, Ark. 72078. You may also e-mail them to combatairlifterclassifieds@arkansasleader.com Deadline to advertise in Friday’s issue is 5 p.m. Tuesday.

SUFFERING FROM CONSTIPATION/irritable bowel syndrome with constipation (IBS-C),? You may be eligible to participate in this clinical research study to evaluate  safety and effectiveness of  investigational drug in treating constipation/IBS-C.  Eligible participants must be: at least 18 years of age, experiencing constipation/IBS-C for at least 6 months, Qualified participants will receive study drug and study-related medical care at no cost. Health insurance is not necessary to participate. Compensation for time and travel may be provided for those who qualify. 1-877-891-5723.**

YELLOW TOENAILS = Fungal Infection. Come and test a new treatment for it. Burke Pharmaceutical Research is beginning a study to test topical investigational nail treatment . If at least one  big toenail(s) have turned yellow, and you’re at least 18 yrs. old, you  may qualify for medication at no cost  and reimbursement for your  associated time and travel. Call 501-620-4449 Burke Pharmaceutical Research 3633 Central Ave. Suite I. Hot Springs, AR 71913.**

BE HOME INSPECTOR IN 30 DAYS OR LESS  - We offer: Home & Commercial Inspection Training, & Continuing Ed  Inspection classes. For details, info: Call 501-796-3627 or e-mail abc@tcworks.net for details or visit:, www.abchii.com.**

SERVICES

DIVORCE WITH OR WITHOUT children $125.00. Includes name change and property settlement agreement. SAVE hundreds. Fast and easy. Call 1-888-733-7165, 24/7.**

HELP WANTED

The Razorback Inn on Little Rock AFB is accepting applications for Custodial Worker (Housekeeper) and Laborer (Janitor). The positions include benefits, guaranteed hours, paid time off, paid holidays, a retirement plan and a 401k plan. If interested call 501-987-2598 or apply online at NAFJobs.org select Little Rock, Arkansas from the drop down menu. Must be able to satisfactorily complete a background investigation. All Federal NAF employees are required by PL 104-134 to have salary payments made by electronic funds transfer/direct deposit. EOE

FedEx GROUND  - CENTRAL AR Area, CLASS A CDL DRIVERS – TEAMS- Signing bonus on day one! Currently looking for Class A CDL drivers for team runs. Premium mileage pay and great benefits. Home weekly. Apply today. Must have Class A CDL, 1 year of exp., be able to get doubles endorsement.. Call/text: 870-754-5100, email: drivenow@outlook.com.**

DRIVERS - $5000 Sign on bonus! Home every weekend, Great benefits, paid holidays & miles New equipment. Dry vans. Local family owned & operated. Must be 23 years of age and have valid class A CDL. 2 yrs OTR exp. a must.  ThompsonTrans.net, or call (501) 228-8800.**

Drivers - OWNER OPERATORS ONLY! 80% Gross on Flatbed Freight! Home Weekends. Permits Provided. File/Pay Fuel Taxes. Owner Operators Lease Today! CDL-A, 25 yrs., 2 years OTR experience 870-336-9051.**

AUCTIONS

SAVE THE DATE! 107 Auction -  Sat. May 14,  2016 • 10am 27010 Hwy 107, Cabot, AR 72023 Lots of great items! Tools, equipment, collectibles, tractors, trailers, MORE ITEMS ARRIVING DAILY!  Details: auctionzip.com ID #35576 www.107auctionblock.com Terms: 10% Buyer’s Premium up to $10,000. 5% Buyer’s Premium over $10,000 Cory Nicholson, AR lic #2447 501-985-SOLD.**

YARD SALES

MULTI-FAMILY GARAGE sale, 5/6 & 7, 7 am-? 31 Village Creek Dr., Cabot. Tools, furniture, etc. No early birds.

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 specialty. (501) 988-2458.

RECREATIONAL VEHICLES

2008 SUZUKI Bandit 1250S, 23k miles, helmet, 2 jackets & gloves included, $3,000. (516) 408-8253.

MISC.

WANTED 10 HOMES in your county Needing Metal Roof, Siding or Windows for our NEW upcoming brochure. Save Hundreds. No money down, *$59/mo EZ financing. Upon Being selected receive *FREE $250 gift certificate. To qualify and for *free estimate CALL NOW !! 1-866-668-8681*wac.**

Panther Creek Carports – 10x 20x7 Factory direct, $598. Offer good through May 15. Call 1-501-835-7222 OD Funk Manufacturing Inc. Sherwood, AR | Since 1976 Rated for 90 mph winds & 20 lbs. snow loads.**

SAWMILLS from only $4,397.00 - MAKE & SAVE MONEY with your own bandmill. Cut lumber any dimension. In stock - ready to ship. FREE info/DVD:www.NorwoodSawmills.com 1-800-578-1363 ext: 300N.**

SWEET CORN Coming Soon - Order Now! Esau Farm 870-382-5738 or 870-382-2623. EsauSweetCorn.com.**

HOUSES FOR RENT

SHERWOOD: 41 Jackson Oaks, 3 bedroom, 2 1/2 bath, 2000 sq. ft., fenced yard, no pets, $900 mo. (501) 834-1251.

CABOT: WELL-MAINTAINED 3 bedroom, 2 bath, garage, fenced yard, backs up to woods, 12 miles to base. 1 year lease, $1,100, 2 yr. lease, $1,035. $1,000 deposit, available 6/28. (501) 773-7741.

MOBILE HOMES

MOBILE HOME PARTS FOR SALE -  Skirting, Screens, Windows, Doors, Tubs, Roof Coating, Moulding, Faucets, Sinks, Locks, Anchors, Floor Registers, Vent Fans, Showers. 501-241-2032.**

New Single Wide for sale - $19,900 call 501-653-3201.**

BRIEFS >> 050616

Parents Advisory Board meets

The Parents Advisory Board meets Tuesday at noon at the Youth Center, Bldg. 1992. The personnel with children attending the Child Development Centers, School Age Care, Youth Program and Family Child Care programs are invited to attend.

Wine country tour

ITT will sponsor a tour of Arkansas wine country May 14. There must be 15 participants for the trip to happen. The trip includes tasting and tours for four different vineyards. The bus leaves the Walters Center at 7:30 a.m. and will return at approximately 5:15 p.m. Call 987-5105 to sign up for the trip.

Mom, Child Auto Class

The Auto Hobby Shop hosts a Mom and Child Auto Skills Class on Tuesday. This class is designed for parents and children ages 10 and up to learn the basics of vehicle care together. The shop will provide tools for the class. Cost is $10 and families of deployed members receive a 50 percent discount.

Moms bowl free Saturday

In honor of mothers’, the bowling center offers free bowling for moms from noon - 5 p.m. Shoe rental is $1.50.

Kids bingo

The monthly Kids bingo and buffet is May 13 at Hangar 1080. The buffet includes chicken strips, fries and cheese quesadillas. Cost $3 for children of club members and $5 for nonmembers. Ace, the Arkansas Travelers mascot, will be entertaining children.

Estate notice

Anyone having claims against or indebtedness to the estate of Senior Airman Kasey R. Kennedy, 19th Aircraft Maintenance Squadron, should contact 1st Lt. Daniel Riordan, 19th Maintenance Squadron, at 501-987-4521 or daniel.riordan.3@us.af.mil.

TOP STORY >> Museum hosts Vietnam Veterans’ ceremony

By Staff Sgt. Jessica Condit

19th Airlift Wing Public Affairs

United States service members rescued more than 1,000 South Vietnamese military members on Jan. 12, 1962, from Saigon during Operation Chopper. 

This became the U.S. military’s first combat operation in Vietnam against the Vietcong, and established the true beginning of the conflict as well as became the defining image of the entire war.

This year, the Jacksonville Museum of Military History in partnership with service members from Little Rock Air Force Base, Arkansas, commemorates the 50th anniversary of the Vietnam War with the Fifth Annual Welcome Home Vietnam Veterans ceremony. The ceremony, dedicated to honoring all Vietnam veterans, pays special homage to more than 50 Arkansans who lost their lives during the Vietnam conflict or who have passed away since coming home.

With more than 58,000 deaths total, the Vietnam War took a toll on the United States. While it divided the U.S. politically and emotionally, it also brought men and women from all walks of life together to defend a common cause to complete a seemingly endless mission.

The war is a story of American patriots who risked their lives to save the lives of their comrades. They missed their children’s birthdays and fought without reprieve to ensure others can enjoy the liberties and rights Americans value. Their bravery and sacrifice was no small gesture. In some cases, it meant giving their youth, sacrificing family moments and coming home to an uncertain future.

Amidst exposure to the tragedies and violence of the war, service members longed for home, relishing the thought of the day they were finally able to be back on American soil. As they disembarked the plane, their excitement quickly turned to confusion as they were shunned and protested.

“Even though I was only nine years old, what hurt me most was to see the protestors turn on the troops,” said DannaKay Duggar, Jacksonville Museum of Military History director. “It broke my heart and that’s what motivates me today. If they want to protest, that’s fine, but you don’t turn it on the troops.”

The community Vietnam Veterans lived before leaving for the way in many ways seemed to turn their backs on them. The service members were left to recover and integrate alone, often with devastating results.

“It was such a controversial war,” Duggar said. “You didn’t even tell people when you came back that you were in Vietnam. Everyone treated Vietnam like a cuss word, whispering it. If they heard you say it, people would look away from you and back away. We can’t be the policemen of the world, but the thing is, that has nothing to do with supporting the troops.”

Fifty years ago, with heartbreaking consequences these Vietnam veterans answered their Nation’s call. Today, the tables have turned for Vietnam veterans. Communities honor the men and women who served during the Vietnam War and remember the fallen who never came home or are still missing in action today.

This commemorative anniversary of the end of the Vietnam War highlights the events that occurred that day and each day afterward for the next 10 years, set the tone for U.S. service members to follow and be willing to make the ultimate sacrifice. This commitment is supported by strong community ties - often the community is comprised of citizens who once wore the uniform.

“A lot of the veterans are very accepting of the event,” Duggar said. “Some, however, have the mindset of too little, too late. The event also allows the veterans to network together and share stories, and helps with healing.”

Our Nation stands grateful and stronger for their service and welcomes each Vietnam veteran home with open arms. For those who have not returned, you are not forgotten. We will wait until everyone comes home,” Duggar said.

TOP STORY >> Lt. Dan Band rocks ‘The Rock’

By Senior Airman Harry Brexel

19th Airlift Wing Public Affairs

Amid a deluge of rain, one building along Little Rock Air Force Base’s flight line wasn’t battening down the hatches. Lights, camera and action turned an ordinary hangar into an arena. 

For the first time, Gary Sinise and the Lt. Dan Band visited Little Rock Air Force Base and performed exclusively on April 29 for Team Little Rock service members and family. 

The Lt. Dan Band is a cover band founded by Gary Sinise, the actor better known for his role as U.S. Army 1st Lt. Dan Taylor from the film Forrest Gump. 

Having a deep-rooted appreciation for the U.S. military, which stems from a family of veterans, Sinise is personally invested in supporting the U.S. service members  

“I have veterans in my family all the way back to World War I and my wife has veterans throughout her family,” Sinise said. 

Sinise and the Lt. Dan Band perform for military audiences approximately 20 to 30 times a year. Recently, the group teamed up with the USO and is now on the road, playing at military installations representing each branch of service.  

“I feel like I’m just a conduit for the American people’s support of the military,” Sinise said. “Our nation needs our defenders to feel special, because they are special.”

Prior to the performance at “The Home of Combat Airlift,” Sinise met with 65 Little Rock Airmen for a meet-and-greet as well as photos. The band rocked out for two hours in front of approximately 600 Team Little Rock members, who danced and sang the night away. 

Giving back to service members and their families is something Sinise believes in because it celebrates their service. In addition to his performances, Sinise supports veterans by volunteering at the National Veterans Art Museum, serving as Advisory Council for the Hope for the Warriors organization and by raising money to deliver care packages for U.S. troops. 

“It always brings me a smile when people in the service thank me, for appreciating them,” Sinise said. 

TOP STORY >> Coalition forces commemorate ANZAC Day

By Airman Kevin E. Sommer Giron

19th Airlift Wing Public Affairs

Service members from Australia, Sweden and the United States gathered to commemorate the 100th anniversary of Australian and New Zealand Army Corps Day, or ANZAC Day, April 25 at the 34th Combat Training Squadron on Little Rock Air Force Base.

The annual observance is an important Australian national occasion honoring the first major military action fought by Australian and New Zealand forces during World War I.

On April 25, 1915, as part of the Allied expedition, Australian and New Zealand soldiers set out to capture the Turkish Gallipoli peninsula, in order to open the Dardanelles to allied forces. Once they landed, ANZAC troops met heavy resistance from the Ottoman Turkish defenders. After eight months of fighting, the conflict ended in a stalemate and the Allied forces evacuated.

More than 8,000 Australian soldiers were killed during the eight-month conflict. ANZAC Day was established in 1916 to memorialize those lost in that battle and has since grown to commemorate all Australians soldiers who have served and died in war or while serving.

This year, Little Rock AFB had the honor to host Australian forces for their commemorative dawn service.

The service began with a dedication speech given by Royal Australian Air Force No. 37 Squadron Leader Christopher Bassingthwaighte.

“It’s a commemoration to all those who have served and are currently serving but it’s also a celebration of our service and our mateship. Today we felt that,” Bassingthwaighte said. Followed was a reciting of “The Ode of Remembrance,” a four-line stanza from a poem written by Laurence Binyon, honoring Australian soldiers who have fallen in battle. 

The “Last Post,” a bugle call played at ceremonies to commemorate service members who have fallen, was played to end the ceremony, followed by a two-minute moment of silence and Reveille.

“I still had the same emotions come through this ANZAC day service, I think it was even more special this year because of the fact that we were in another country and we could celebrate it with the Americans and Swedish,” said Royal Australian Warrant Officer Andrew Materne, No. 285th Squadron loadmaster.

TOP POST >> 19th MXS munitions flight leads the way

By Airman Kevin E. Sommer Giron

19th Airlift Wing Public Affairs

The 19th Maintenance Squadron munitions flight was awarded a best practice benchmark approved by Air Mobility Command during the 2015 Unit Effectiveness Inspection for innovating a faster way to build aircraft countermeasures, or chaff and flare decoys.

Chaff and flare decoys are aerial countermeasures used by aircraft to defeat radar-guided and infrared homing missiles. Currently the 19th MXS munitions flight is accountable for more than 60,000 chaff and flare valued in the millions.

The new process entails using a rubber stamp to maintain accountability, instead of handwriting weapon stock numbers on each decoy. This practice came about due to the different writing speeds of personnel and occasional illegibility of their handwriting. 

Numerous speed tests were conducted by U.S. Air Force Staff Sgt. Dustin Blackwell, 19th MXS Stockpile Surveillance crew chief, and his team.  Senior Airman Angela Barbour, 19th MXS munitions inspector, implemented her knowledge gained through the Green Belt program to evaluate and document the entire process.

“When we did a side-by-side comparison of the two processes, we were able to see that the stamp itself was significantly faster at documenting numbers rather than handwriting them,” Blackwell said. 

The team’s forward thinking ultimately increased productivity by reducing countermeasure build times by 50 percent. The munitions flight can now do five flare sticks in the time it would take to do one.

“It goes to show that even a simple task that has been performed since the Vietnam War can still be improved upon when Airmen are given the power to ask questions and implement changes.  Our team’s actions won’t just benefit us; it will benefit the entire command.” said U.S. Air Force Master Sgt. Jeffrey Iler, 19th MXS munitions flight accountable systems officer.

This practice set a precedent and is evident by the approval from the AMC Inspector General Office. The command has one year to implement this innovative process into policy for 16 installations supporting nine different airframes.  AMC also shared this procedure with other commands as an option for them to use. 

“It’s awesome the recognition the Airmen are getting from the MAJCOM for the hard work that they do here on a day to day basis,” said U.S. Air Force Master Sgt. Anthony Buff, 19th MXS munitions flight chief. “It’s the Airmen and noncommissioned officer’s thinking outside the box that really benefits everyone.”