Thursday, July 26, 2007

CLASSIFIEDS >> 07-27-07

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.

TOASTMASTER INTERNATIONAL, LRAFB Chapter - "Come practice public speaking & a great opportunity to meet people" - 11:00 every Wednesday in Finance Conference Room. Questions? Call Alberto Ayulo. 501-987-8017.


YARD SALES

YARD SALE- 4 Sunshine Lane, Ward (Moonridge Subdivision near elementary school) Friday and Sat 27-28, July, 7 a.m. to noon. Toys, furniture, miscellaneous items. No early birds.

YARD SALE- 28 and 29 July. 26 Corvette Dr. Cabot. Furniture, Baby Items, Microwave, Clothes, Patio Set, more. Must go.

YARD SALE: 105 Massachusetts Lane Tons of baby stuff, books, dvds, toys, and much more!! Most stuff $.25!!! Saturday 9-2 rain or shine.

PCSING. 127 Indiana. Sat., 7/28. 7 am - 13:00. Couch, boys clothing, size 10, and lots of miscellaneous.


HELP WANTED

PRESCHOOL Teachers and Substitutes needed for fall term. Three days per week. Sherwood area. Good working condition. Call Nancy at 835-3410 for more information.*

CONVENIENCE STORE in Gravel Ridge needs part-time/full-time help. Clean environment. Apply in person. T-Ricks, 14815 Hwy 107.*


SERVICES

FOR GROUNDS transportation from the LRAFB to surrounding cities, call AFFORDABLE TRANSPORTATION. Available 7 days a week, 24 hours a day. (501) 753-2315. As seen in the Century Tel telephone directory.*


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

LARGE IGLOO Doghouse. Like New. $20. 835-7797.

FREE PUPPIES to good home. Mother lab, father unknown. Call 501-454-0696 or 501-259-6532.

FREE TO good home. Female, black, lab mix. 8 to 10 months old. (501) 796-3637

POTTERY BARN Daisy Garden infant bedding $75, PBBoppy/cover $25, PBChanging pad covers $10, Baby Einstein play-saucer $25, Porta-Crib, $25, more!. Call (501)-605-8234 or (210)-274-7862.

FREE to good home: Adorable Black Lab mix puppy, male. Can email pics & deliver. Approx 6 wks old. (501) 542-4489

MUST FIND A HOME for our family cat. FREE Female, fixed, good personality and great mouser. Indoor cat but loves going out into backyard. Fine with kids but likes older ones best. Would be great for person seeking companion. Comes with "gear" 749-7478

CUTE KITTENS looking for loving owners. Two males and two females, seven weeks old. All are healthy, flea-free, and litter box trained. 501-983-1019.

FREE ADORABLE Yellow Lab-Mix male 9 wks old. 1st shots, wormed, kennel trained. Loves kids. Call 501-438-1078.

FREE TO good home. 1 year old. Male chocolate lab and 4 month old female blueheeler/border collie mix. Both needs lots of attention and exercise plus some good training. Call Annie (501) 259-1618.

WEIMARANER FOR Sale: Gorgeous, 8 mo. old, purebred, neutered male. AKC registered, comes with all shots current. Very playful and energetic. Will make a wonderful companion. Asking $300. Please call 406-868-0878 or e-mail brittney.leyba@park.edu for photos.*


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.

TRADE IN- Need new furniture? - Trade your old furniture in at Warehouse Furniture in Beebe! -0- Interest 1 full yr. 882-6638*

DON'T THROW your old furniture away! Trade it in! Warehouse Furniture in Beebe will allow you a trade in on new furniture! La-z-boy, Ashley, Bassett, Lane, low payments! 882-6638*

TRADE YOUR OLD FURNITURE for new! Warehouse Furniture in Beebe will come and look at your old furniture in on trade for new! Financing available! 882-6638*

SHOPPING FOR New Furniture? Trade in your old for new at the largest furniture store in 5 surrounding counties! Warehouse Furniture in Beebe 882-6638.*

WHY SHOP ELSEWHERE, when you can trade your old furniture in at Warehouse Furniture in Beebe! Ashley, Lane, La-z-boy, Bassett factory direct discount prices! 882-6638*

BEDROOM FURNITURE for sale: 4 drawer chest, 5 drawer armoire matches 2 drawer nightstand, if interested. Call us at 240-285-4749.

FURNITURE FOR SALE Sofa $275 excellent cond., 2 Queen Anne style hunter green chairs $50 each. call 501-241-2591.

FOUR ANTIQUE Pressed Back Oak Chairs, circa 1922, solid bottoms, great condition, asking $350.00, call 501-772-2257 or 425-2714.

FULL SIZED bed with mattress-$100. Comfortable oversized Couch, loveseat, chair and ottoman, beige-$300. Entertainment Center-$40. Contact Simone at 501-240-8112.

MOVING, MUST SELL, Queen sleigh bed, $50, white side by side Whirlpool Gold refrigerator 3 years old - $350 OBO, Solid wood cherry wall entertainment center - $200, 60" HD ready Magnavox TV - $400. Call 626-8071.

COUCH AND LOVESEAT FOR SALE: Light brown/tan micro fiber couch and matching loveseat, 1 year old, like new. Asking $450 or obo for the set. Call (530) 219-8007.

SUEDE COUCH and Chaise Lounge. Excellent condition. A steal for $350! Call Tony @ 501-412-0063.

SOLID MAPLE Hutch with glass doors, great condition, will sell for $125.00 or best offer. Call 501-833-8307 or 501-772-2257.

COUCH SET: includes 2 Couches with Hide-away beds & 1 matching Armchair, Green, Excellent Cond. $125. 501-436-4871

GLASS COFFEE table, breakfast table with 2 stools $50 each, tan futon with wood folding end tables $50, push mower self propelled, runs $40. Call 501-985-9866 or 501-944-9585.

MATCHING SLEEPER sofa, 2 chairs, 2 ottomans for sale. Asking $350.00. Call 241-1115.

DESIGNER kitchen table $150, 6 person Patio Set w/umbrella $125, Desk $50, Matching Bookshelf and Sofa Table $75. Call 501-658-0467.

KING BED (pillow top mattress, box springs, frame, headboard, foot board), 2 sets of sheets, mattress protector, 2 pillows, bed skirt, quilt/comforter, 2 pillow shams. $600 for all. Fits in base housing. Christie 501-920-8841.

KENMORE WASHER, 5 years old, looks good, $150. Small deep freeze, $100. 501-983-1445.

NEUTRAL COUCH & chair, $450. Queen bedroom suite, 2 night stands, dresser with mirror, chest. Also available $950. 501-317-6610.

REFRIGERATOR, FRIGIDAIRE, spotless, moving must sell, $285 cash. 612-3521.

WASHER & dryer, Whirlpool, newer model, heavy duty, perfect cond., moving. Must sell, $450 cash. 612-3521.


LOST & FOUND

LOST: Ladies platinum wedding band w/diamonds. Reward. Lost Friday, July 6. 501-941-1454, Cabot.


WANTED

WANTED: BabySitter, needed for 2 toddlers in Jacksonville, long term, must have transportation. Call 247-8130.

WANTED: Need outdoor toddler toys, race car twin bed, Little Tykes, playhouse etc.. reasonable sale or giveaway. Call 247-8130.


ITEMS FOR SALE

CLASSIC POOH CRIB bedding, gently used. Twin glow in the dark space bedding. 941-1295.

FREE PUPPIES to good home mother lab, father unknown. Call 501-454-0696 or 501-259-6532.

FREE oak fire wood in Jacksonville. Tree down, you must have chain saw to cut what you want. Call (501) 412-7709.

MEN'S Mess Dress; New in 2002; Pant 35R; Jacket 43R; all acoutrements. $100 843-9055/425-1566.

MEN'S AF Mess Dress uniform; like new; Pant 35R; Jacket 33R; all acoutrements; $100. 843-9055; 425-1566.

PORTABLE dishwasher, like new $200 - Infinity SM155 speakers; $100 ea. - microwave ovens; $20 ea. - baby exersaucer; $40 - baby/women's clothes; $1 ea. - mtn bike $40 - oak T.V trays set (4); $40 all excel cond. Call 501-983-4932.

PORTABLE dishwasher, like new $200. Infinity SM155 speakers; $100 each. Microwave ovens; $20 each. Baby exersaucer $40. Baby/women's clothes; $1 each. Mtn. bike $50. Oak T.V trays set (4); $40 all excel cond. Call 501-983-4932.

FOR SALE A105-S171 laptop, laptop bag inc. $600; VGN-S430N/B laptop accessories inc. $1900. Please Call 501-554-4361 for info.

CONN Piano, in excellent condition asking $500.00 or best offer. Phone 501-605-0999 or Cell # 501-920-7998.

50 GALLON Fish Tank with hood, lights, filter and lots of accessories. $75. Call 501-542-4993 or 501-240-7365.

DAVID'S BRIDAL WEDDING GOWN size 14 White strapless, train $350, Long line Bra Size 38 $40, Ball Gown Slip Size 10 $35. 501-425-6748


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.

2005 HONDA 400EX, 4 wheeler with reverse. Low hours. Great conditioning with few mods. Asking $3,000. Comes with ramps.

1998 BMW 528i, white, loaded, cold weather package, 131K highway miles, excellent condition, well maintained, $10,000 OBO. Mark @ 952-8882.

2006 NEW Jeep Wrangler Black, Cloth top black, Chrome detail, Golden Eagle Edition, Fully loaded, V6, Automatic, $23,999 501-982-5987.

ANTIQUE CAR 1970 Monte Carlo, white with blue vinyl top, black leather interior, one owner, real beauty, great condition. $12,000. (501) 831-1658

2002 CHEVY Silverado Extended Cab, White. Low Miles. Excellent Condition. $14,500 Call 501-554-5167.

2001 FORD Escape XLT V-6 Automatic 81k miles. Leather Interior, 6-Disc CD $9,300 OBO. Call 501-605-1146 or 501-743-9484.

2000 PONTIAC TRANS AM, W56, 6 speed, good condition, minor scratches, t-tops, loaded, 137K, $9,500 obo, black, performance package, 18 mpg, purchased from Evans Motors. Well maintained, 501-960-6897.

2000 TOYOTA Avalon, excellent leather, sunroof, silver, loaded with options, $9,600. 501-843-2123. Cabot

15" ALUMINUM Rims and Tires for 1993 Honda Prelude Si. $200 OBO. Call 202-315-8735 Rusty

2005 CADILLAC CTS, Black, Wood grain, 42K miles, leather interior, great car, $20K- can't beat the price. Call 247-8130.

2003 FORD Focus, $7,499 -Well Equipped and in Excellent Condition. 40 MPG Hwy! Call (501) 658-0189 ask for Gary.

22" RIMS and Tires, lugs and locks included. Great condition! $1500 obo, (4) 235 70R 16 used tires. $60 obo. 240-3342 or 834-6541

1986 FORD CROWN Victoria, 2DR, fuel injected, automatic, PS/PB/PDL, A/C works, AM/FM/cassette. Dependable -daily driver! $1,500 OBO. 501-259-8033 after 6PM. Cabot area.

4 TIRES & wheels 215/70-15 $100 OBO. 50% remaining. Goodyear Integrity. (252)767-2017.

22 INCH rims & tires. Universal 5-lug Helix. Tires are NITTO NT 555. Extreme Performance 255/30ZR/22 94W. Set of 4. Asking $2,750.00 OBO. Call 554-3357. Will email pics.

2003 Cadillac CTS, one time owner - 69,000 miles, Bose stereo, nor star, new tires. Asking $16,000- OBO. 501-605-3073 Wayne Robinson

GRAY 1996 Honda Civic DX. It is in fairly good condition. Need to sell quickly! $1200 OBO. Call 501-676-2680 and ask for Amanda.

2001 HONDA CR-V EX AWD Automatic. 74K, miles SUPER clean! Tinted windows, husky liner mats and cargo mat. Great SUV. $11,500 OBO. (501) 551-4299 or (501) 457-5212.

1995 MAZDA Millinea 220,000 miles Car runs but needs work. Call for details 501-983-1993. $1200

15x7 5 lug universal rims, Craftsman 3/4HP electric weedeater, front and rear receivers for Ford Ranger. All best offer. (501) 542-4489

2000 MERCURY Mountaineer, fully loaded, 115k miles, $5500. 749-9032.

1967 CHEVY C10 pick-up, 327 V8, turbo 400 transmission, both rebuilt, runs great, $5900. 366-4220.


RECREATIONAL VEHICLES

2007 TRACKER duck blind series, 25 hp Mercury w/ trolling motor and extras. 7 yr. parts and labor warranty, $9,400. 337-274-0153.

2007 YAMAHA Raptor 700R GYTR edition with 5x8 tilt trailer, helmet and factory warranty, like new less than 20 hrs just broke in asking 7300 obo neg. Call (314) 560-7435.

2000 Xpress 18ft bass boat, 115hp Suzuki, 107lbs motorguide trolling motor, on board battery charger, like new, garage kept. $10,000. 941-0740

2004 POLARIS Sportsman 500HO, 495 miles, 92 hours, bumpers, winch, lifted, cargo box, 27 inch tires, ask about extras, $4200. Home phone 501-240-9518. Work phone 501-987-8648.

2006 LIFAN 150 CC Scooter. Chinese made, 100 miles per gallon, yellow, Street legal, registered on base. looks like smaller version of Ninja motorcycle. Great for someone on or near base. Tach. inop, everything else works great. $700 firm. Contact John 241-0397, leave message or email paulandkellys@comcast.net.

2004 KAWASAKI 80 ATS ATV, Excellent condition, Automatic 2-stroke engine; includes helmet and loading ramp. $1,450 Call (501) 259-1443.

2000 GLASTRON 180 Ski & Fish. 150 Johnson OB, trolling motor, fish finder, custom cover, loadmaster trailer. $14,500.00 Call 501-247-7653 or 501-554-0806.

2006 GSXR 600 Red/Blk , low miles, garage kept, many extras. $6700. Call Mark @ 501-952-1177.

1999 KAWASAKI 650 Enduro, 9220 miles, rides and looks like new, new tires, $2250 OBO. 501-982-5333 or Cell 501-837-8973


HOUSES FOR RENT

FOR RENT: nice 2 & 3 Bedroom Mobile Homes on large lots in Quiet safe park close to LRAFB. New carpet and appliances. Starting at $395 per month plus deposit. HUD accepted. Call today and get TWO WEEKS FREE RENT. (501) 835-3450.*

HOUSES FOR RENT: Gap Creek- 2100 sq. ft., 3 Bedroom (large Master Bedroom) 2 Bath, garage, fenced yard, wood & tile, Whirlpool tub, fireplace, large office, formal dining room. Built 2005. $1550 month. Call (501) 247-9670*

GRAVEL RIDGE AREA: #11 Single Oaks. Clean 3 Bedroom 2 Bath, 2000 sq. ft., double garage. No Pets. $850 month. 834-1251*

JACKSONVILLE- Newer Home, 3 Bedroom 1.5 Bath, garage, eat-in kitchen, stove, refrigerator, new carpet, central heat and air, ceiling fans, fenced yard, quiet cul-de-sac, deck, storage shed. $745/ mo., $600 deposit. Near LRAFB. Pets Welcome! Reginald. (501)952-3847*

3 BEDROOM house. Close to Air Force Base. Good neighborhood. Available now!! $525 month. Call 501-982-4257 or 501-605-0452.*

FOR RENT: Cabot 4 BR, 3 BA home on 2.5 acres, formal dining, wood burning fireplace, office, $1200 per month. 501-259-0547 or 501-843-3921.*

FOR SALE or lease: Vilonia, 44 Blair, 3-2-2, brick, covered patio, fence, convenient to airbase, Conway, Cabot. Sell $122,900. Lease $800. 501-941-1996.*

FOR SALE or lease: Vilonia. 70 Whispering Wind, 3-2-2 brick, large covered patio, storage, gas fp, ceramic tile, convenient to airbase, Conway, Cabot. Sell $124,900. Lease $800. 501-941-1996.*

3 AND 4 Bedroom homes for rent. Jeana at Blackwood Realty. 501-605-8069.*

IN CABOT: House for rent. Neat, very clean 3 Bedroom 2 Bath house. Corner lot, fenced yard, deck, 12x20 storage building. Rent $775. Call Virginia at Bart Gray Realty 982-2159.*


HOUSES FOR SALE

CABOT, Brand new 4 bedroom in Greystone. Call Jeanna, Blackwood Realty. (501) 605-8069*

VILONIA- 3-bed, 2 bath, 12 Dove Creek Dr., 1461 sq. ft., brick/ vinyl, 2-car garage. Large fenced yard, landscaped. Close to schools and Air Base. $117,500. 501-796-8176. Visit www.myadbox.com/285719 for details & pictures.*

FSBO: 3 bedroom 2 bath, 1580 square feet, 2 car garage, large corner lot, privacy fence, Robinwood subdivision, Cabot, $129,900. (501) 247-5108.*

FSB BUILDER- Cabot, New Home / New Subdivision- Lakewood, 2351 Lakeshore Lane, 10 minutes from AFB, 1/3 acre corner lot across from lake, 2390 sq. ft., 3/4 Bedroom 2 Bath + bonus room. $249,000. Call (501) 563-0420 or check it out at www.2351lakeshore.com*

WARD: Brand new 3 Bedroom home in Eastwood Acres. House sits on 2 acres. 2 car garage, upgraded kitchen. $147,000. Call Al at 909-731-9766.*

FSBO- Jacksonville, 3 Bedroom 1 1/2 Bath, 1200 sq. ft., remodeled with new roof, AC, tile floor, & patio, privacy wood fence. 209 Hilda. Moving must sell. $80,000. (501) 563-0103*

GREAT for young family- near I-440, 2/2 older home w/ jacuzzi tub, 2 car, across from park, lots of storage, 3 yr. kitchen update, $81,500. Jeannie Trimble, Coldwell Banker, Advantage Realty (c) 870-329-7800 or (o) 501-537-4060.*

FIND YOUR WAY Home w/Jeannie Trimble, Coldwell Banker, Advantage Realty, "Because your family comes first". Free mortgage credit and CMA's, VA, FHA, Conv. - Buying or selling. (870) 329-7800(C), (501) 537-4060(O).*

SPACIOUS HOME in Tara Mount Subdivision, Jacksonville. Extra nice with lots of updates. 3 Bedroom, 2 Bath, 2 car garage, sunroom, privacy fenced backyard, new paint inside & out, fireplace & more. Call Jim Peacock Realty 982-0006 or Janet 352-4878.*

SPORTS>>Tyndall AFB pilot hits career homerun

By Senior Airman Timothy R. Capling
325th Fighter Wing Public Affairs

Tyndall AIR FORCE BASE, Fla. — A Tyndall pilot was inducted to the College Sports Information Directors of America Academic Hall of Fame, July 1, in a ceremony in San Diego.

Maj. Lance Pilch, 43rd Fighter Squadron operations officer, was honored for his performance on the baseball field while playing for the United States Air Force Academy and for his outstanding academic record while attending the Academy. He was also recognized for his multiple achievements throughout his Air Force career.

Major Pilch, a lieutenant colonel select, graduated from the Academy in 1993 with a grade-point average of 3.5, earning his bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering in the top 15 percent of his class. He also played as a center fielder on the academy’s baseball team.

His baseball career started when he was 4 years old and continued through his time at the Academy all the way to a tryout with the New York Mets.

To be eligible for the CoSIDA Academic Hall of Fame, nominees must be nominated by their alma mater’s sports information director, earn Academic All-American status during their time at the school, graduate with at least a 3.0 grade-point average, receive their diploma at least 10 years ago and have proven career success and philanthropic service.

Past winners include U.S. senators, Nobel Prize winners and professional athletes.

To earn his nomination, Major Pilch had many accreditations in his career. Some of his achievements were graduating at the top of his class for F-16 Falcon Weapons School, earning his master’s degree with high honors at the University of Michigan, helping to build the first F-16 Fighter Squadron at Cannon Air Force Base, N.M., and assisting in the development of the first F-22 Raptor squadron here.

Major Pilch has also been involved in several community service programs throughout his career including Habitat for Humanity and Focus Hope, which is a program that provides food to underprivileged people in inner-city Detroit.
He has been stationed at Tyndall since April 2003 and lives here with his wife and two daughters.

“I enjoy being an operations officer here,” he said, “I’m lucky to be in this job.”

He hasn’t been able to play organized baseball recently due to the heavy demands of his life as a fighter pilot, he said.
He said he gives the credit of this award to the support of people who helped him along his way.

“It’s the people around you who make you better,” the major said.

“The award is quite an honor for me,” he said. “But it’s really honoring everyone that helped me along the way.”

“Lieutenant Colonel (select) Pilch is one of the greatest Americans I know,” said Lt. Col. David Krumm, 43rd FS commander. “His accomplishments in the United States Air Force are legendary and he has continued that exceptional performance in the academic world.”

“He is and will continue to be one of our country’s greatest leaders, and I can’t wait to see what amazing things he’s going to do next,” Colonel Krumm said.

COMMENTARY>>No excuses for DUIs

By Senior Airman Kevin Johnson
Special to The Drop Zone

Today I performed full military funeral honors for 19-year-old Senior Airman Christopher Hardiek of Dieterich, Ill. He was traveling home on leave from Seymour Johnson Air Force Base, N.C., before being deployed to Iraq. At 1:05 a.m. July 3, 2007, the truck he was driving was struck head-on by 22-year old Justin DeJaynes.

Christopher Hardiek was pronounced dead at Fairfield Memorial Hospital at 2:25 a.m. Justin DeJaynes remains hospitalized in Indiana, and is being charged with driving under the influence (DUI), failure to wear a seatbelt, improper lane usage, and no insurance. Neither driver was wearing seatbelts.

His memorial service started at 10:30 a.m. today and his graveside committal service started at noon. Members of the Patriot Guard were on hand to escort the procession to the gravesite. We handed the folded flag off to Christopher’s mother.
After the service was completed, the NCOIC of the detail and I went back to the family and presented the mother and the father with a shadow box of Christopher’s accomplishments.

He was posthumously awarded the rank of Senior Airman and an Achievement Medal. His other citations included the Global War on Terrorism Service Medal, the National Defense Service Medal, and the Air Force Basic Training Ribbon.
Just in case there was any question about it, yes, this kid was 19-years-old.

He wasn’t old enough to drink. He wasn’t old enough to gamble. But someone out there made the decision to drive after having a few too many and look what the outcome was.

Now, a family has to live with the though of losing their “baby.” Even though this is our job, this particular funeral really affected me. I buried someone younger than me. I was the NCT (Non-commissioned Officer in Charge of Colors).

I basically helped give the signals between the NCOIC of the detail and the Firing Party (the people who fire the 21 rounds) and the bugler. I had a front row seat to the committal service. I had to watch as the mother broke out in tears because she was burying her son. I could hear her ask “why?” A part of her died today. I had to watch this for the entire ceremony. The crying. The sadness. The unanswered questions.

It made my stomach upset and it made me sad. After the service was over, we marched back to our vans and I switched my colors harness off and grabbed one of two shadow boxes to present to the mother and father.

We made our way over to collect three rounds that were fired during the service to present to the family...Duty, Honor, and Country. Then we presented them to the family. The family broke down. I got choked up.

After we went back to the van, I went away from everyone else and broke down as well.

My workplace, the weather squadron, has had a little trouble this past month with DUIs. To those individuals...fortunately for everyone, none of you ended up like this. I know it must suck getting “punished” for what you did.

I hope you realize the enormous risk you put everyone on the road that night or that day. And
I hope you realize that you may have caused another family this paramount grief that the above-mentioned family went through. And I hope you realize that you should have called someone.

There is no excuse for what you did. You have plenty of people on your recall rosters and in your flight that we should never have this problem again. Do not be the reason that I have to bury another young kid for such a wasteful death.

To everyone else, why don’t we get out of the “9 to 5” mind-set and start watching out for each other...we are suppose to be a big family that supports each other in everything we do.

One team, one fight. Cut the high-school crap and grow up. We need to, especially now.

OFF DUTY LIFE >>07-27-07

Ice Days set at zoo

Ice Days is set for 11a.m.-1p.m. Aug. 4 at the Little Rock Zoo. While the zookeepers are giving out ice treats to some of the animals; zoo attendees can have free ice cream sundaes in Café Africa, while supplies last. Cost is free with zoo admission. Call 501-666-2406 or visit www.littlerockzoo.com for updates.


Moonlit cruise slated

A Full Moon Cruise from 9-10:15 p.m. July 31 at DeGray Lake Resort State Park, 2027 Sate Park Entrance Rd., Bismarck. Tours are weather-permitting. Seating is limited. Tickets go on sale at the marina the morning of the cruise; call (501) 865-2811. Admission: $6.50 adults, $3.50 children ages 6-12. For more information visit www.degray.com.


Artist's work on display

Jan Matulka Drawings runs through Aug. 26 at the Arkansas Arts Center in Little Rock. Jan Matulka was a Czech-born painter who taught at the Arts Student League in New York City and moved effortlessly between American and European art circles during modernism’s formative years.

This exhibition presents over 30 of his works on paper that were created during the modernism movement. Admission is free.

For more information visit www.arkarts.com.


Rodeo Days in Springdale

Rodeo Days runs through Aug. 23 at the Shiloh Museum of Ozark History in Springdale. Rodeo Days is a photo exhibit on Springdale’s Rodeo of the Ozarks. Admission is free.

For more information visit www.springdaleark.org/shiloh.


Front Porch Pickin' Saturdays in Mt. Ida

The 4th Annual Montgomery County Front Porch Pickin' runs through Oct. 13 on the courthouse lawn at Mt. Ida.
The Montgomery County Arkansas Frontporch Stage and Possums Unlimited host acoustic jam sessions and free concerts every Saturday between May 5 and Oct. 27.

Jams start at 3 p.m. Concerts start at 6:30 p.m. Country, bluegrass and gospel bands perform from the Frontporch Stage.
Admission is free. For more information visit www.frontporchstage.org.


Book show Aug. 11-12

The 22nd annual Book and Paper Show, hosted by the Arkansas Antiquarian Booksellers, will be held Aug. 11-12 at the Jacksonville Community Center just off Hwy. 67/167 at Main Street and Municipal Drive in Jacksonville.

There will be a special offering of $1 to $5 distressed merchandise and bargain books on the afternoon of Sunday, Aug. 12.
Admission is $5 with a $2 rebate coupon with each admission to be used toward any show purchase. Show hours are 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 11 and 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Sunday, Aug. 12.

There will be door prizes, a concession stand and book-rebinding service is also offered. Parking is free.

NEWS BRIEFS >> 07/27/07

Courses offered

A & P Courses On-Base: Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University is offering Airframe and Powerplant courses Term I, 6 Aug – 5 Oct 2007. ERAU classes meet one night a week for 9 weeks. Registration now at the Education Center Bldg 840 Leadership Drive. For eligibility and details call ERAU at 987-5550.


Youth golf clinic set

The 2007 Youth Golf Clinic will be held at 6 p.m. July 30 at Bldg. 1075. Cost is $35 per youth, ages 6 to 15. The clinic is open to all DoD dependents. For more information call the Pro Shop at 987-6825.


Registration underway

College registration for Fall Term I is underway. Sign-up now for August to October 2007 classes. Master’s, bachelor’s and associate degree programs are offered both on-base and on-line courses. For more information, visit the university offices at the Education Center, Bldg 840 Leadership Drive, near the Fitness Center.


Bass tourney set

The base bass club will host an open tournament July 28 on the Arkansas River “Alltel Ramp.” One person from the team must have in their possession a DOD ID card. For details call Eric at 259-9373 or visit the Web site www.lrafbbassclub.com.
NAF jobs available

The following non-appropriated-fund jobs are available: Youth Center, school age program assistant, flexible hours; Lodging, custodial worker, NA-02, flexible hours and bowling center, recreation aid, NF-1, flexible hours and laborer, NA-03, flexible hours. For more information call 987-6440.


Security office move

On Aug. 6, the C-130 Center of Excellence Security Office is scheduled to move from building 1230A, the E-Model school house, to building 1231, the J-model school house. The Security Office is tasked with issuing access/proximity badges to everyone entering buildings 1230A and 1230B. Base personnel attending classes or needing access to these buildings will be required to report to building 1231 to be issued a badge.

The badge is to be displayed from the bottom of the name patch on the flight suit or bottom of the pocket flap on BDUs. Personnel found without an access/proximity badge will be sent to the Security Office in building 1231.
Motorcycle safety mandatory

In accordance with AFI 91-207 dated 22 May 2007, the following list of PPE (personal protective equipment) is mandatory for all personnel operating or riding as a passenger on any motorcycle, moped or motor scooter on Little Rock AFB.

1. DOT Approved helmet properly fastened under the chin.

2. Long sleeves/long pants.

3. Over the ankle, sturdy footwear.

4. Full fingered gloves.

5. Impact resistant face-shield, goggles, or wrap around glasses meeting Z87.1 ANSI standard (a windshield is NOT proper eye protection. Standard eyeglasses do not meet this standard).

6. Outer upper garment must be brightly colored during the day, reflective at night and not covered. A reflective belt worn diagonally across the torso still meets this requirement, (a back pack is authorized if it has brightly colored/reflective properties).

These standards also apply to all Air force personnel off base/off duty.

TOP STORY >>Housing privatization construction project shuts down

By Tech. Sgt. Arlo Taylor
314th Airlift Wing Public Affairs

Construction of the privatized base housing projects at Little Rock Air Force Base has officially stopped, leaving Airmen waiting for new and renovated housing units.

In the meantime, base Airmen are left in the middle while waiting for these problems to be resolved.

“Affordable, quality and safe housing for our Airmen should be a priority for all Arkansans,” said Brig. Gen. select Wayne Schatz, Little Rock AFB installation commander. “It’s critically important to our nation’s warfighting capability to know that our families have the best possible housing while we’re deployed around the world supporting operations in the Global War on Terrorism. Frankly, the housing situation at Little Rock AFB has failed them.”

The developer, American Eagle Communities, has shut down the housing project for a lack of funds with only 25 new units of the $121.5 million project completed. The plan had called for more than 122 new units and 513 renovated units to be completed by this phase of the project.

In 2006, the private company, American Eagle Communities, received $9.2 million in rental revenue from Airmen through their federally allotted Basic Allowance for Housing pay. That’s an average of more than $766,000 per month, according to base officials.

To date, all housing allowances have been paid by the Air Force to American Eagle Communities and no debts are outstanding.

The privatization plan was intended to construct 468 new units and renovate a total of 732 homes for the Little Rock Military Community by 2011. The developer has similar projects with the Air Force at Moody AFB, Ga.; Patrick AFB, Fla.; and Hanscom AFB, Mass. All of these projects are encountering similar situations to the Little Rock AFB project.

Previous reports of increased deployments rates and permanent change of station moves dropping the housing occupancy rates are erroneous, according to Schatz.

“There are contractors and people in the community who are affected by this stoppage of construction and we too, like you, are victims in this on-going saga,” said Schatz. “I hope the privatization officials of American Eagle Communities can resolve this matter in an expeditious matter for the sake of the Airmen and their families, the contractors and the communities of Central Arkansas.”

American Eagle Communities is a private company selected to build and renovate housing at several military installations around the country.

TOP STORY >>Lt. Gen. Larsen: 'It's been great!'

By Capt. Martin Gerst
Air Education and Training Command Public Affairs

RANDOLPH AIR FORCE BASE, Texas — Sitting in his office, his desk and walls adorned with mementos of a career spanning more then three decades, Lt. Gen. Dennis R. Larsen sums up his time as an Airman with a simple description, “It’s been great!”

General Larsen, Vice Commander of Air Education and Training Command, retires today after a long, distinguished career.
“When I joined the Air Force I thought I’d be in for six years and then I extended it by 30. I haven’t regretted it a minute,” General Larsen said.

The general followed in his family’s footsteps when he joined the Air Force. His father served in the Army Air Corps during World War II and his brother was in the Air Force. General Larsen was attending college in Wisconsin at the height of the Vietnam conflict when his birth date was picked for the draft lottery. “I was going into the military, so I joined the Air Force,” the general said.

Given only two choices for his career — pilot or navigator — he chose pilot.

“Until I joined the Air Force, I had never been in an airplane in my life. I was already signed up to become a pilot before I got to touch my first real airplane,” he said.

General Larsen is a command pilot with more than 4,200 flight hours. He holds a special place in his heart for each aircraft he’s flown. The F-4 was the first fighter he flew. “Every time I see it, my heart still gets racing,” he said.

“The F-16 is like having your own sports car. It’s just a neat airplane to fly,” he said. The F-16 is the only airframe the general flew in combat.

“I loved the F-117 because I was in on the ground floor of something special. I started working the program before the first airplane was even being built, and so I have a real soft spot in my heart for the stealth fighter, the Nighthawk,” the general said.

Being part of that program was one of the many highlights of his career. “It was probably the most difficult thing that I’ve done because basically for four years I wasn’t home all week and I came home on weekends,” he said.

His family was kept in the dark about it until eight years later when the F-117 was brought out of the black world. The general was later reunited with the Nighthawk as the commander of the 49th Fighter Wing, Holloman AFB, N.M.

“I’m sure it was a wonderful opportunity, but we didn’t know about it,” said the general’s wife, Sandi. But Mrs. Larsen was supportive of her husband nonetheless.

His dual involvement with the black world jet also made him a prime candidate for several documentaries made about the F-117 and his “claim to fame.”

“Every once in a while on the History Channel or A&E my face pops up in the middle of a documentary and somebody walks up to me the next day and says ‘Hey! I saw you on TV last night!’” the general said.

But what the service members who worked with him will remember most about General Larsen is that he was a caring leader.
“Our input was valued,” said Master Sgt. Daniel Vega, noncommissioned officer in charge of senior leadership management. “General Larsen would take time out of his schedule to ask our opinion.”

Sergeant Vega also worked for General Larsen as the superintendent of the command section when the general commanded 13th Air Force on Andersen AFB, Guam.

The general said the two things he’s shaped his leadership techniques around are “taking care of my people and making sure I’ve listened before I make decisions.”

“I saw too many leaders who just made decisions without the benefit of what their people thought,” General Larsen said. “If you get their input, even if you disagree and go a different direction, as long as they know they had an input, they’ll buy into whatever it is and make it happen.”

And when he used that input, “he would give credit where credit was due,” Sergeant Vega said.

General and Mrs. Larsen have no immediate plans to embark on a second career. For the time being they will be enjoying a little golf, fishing, and spending time with family and friends.

TOP STORY >>Base civic leaders saddle up for Rodeo

By Staff Sgt. Kati Garcia
314th Airlift Wing Public Affairs

MCCHORD AIR FORCE BASE, Wash. — Civic leaders from around Little Rock are taking part in Air Mobility Command’s Rodeo 2007.

Eight distinguished visitors and their guests are joining the 314th Airlift Wing and the 463rd Airlift Group from Little Air Force Base, Ark., at the biannual competition here at different points throughout the week.

Competition teams and some guests arrived in Washington July 21. Mr. Larry Biernacki, CEO of Arkansas Federal Credit Union, The Honorable Eddie Joe Williams, major of the City of Cabot and retired Brig. Gen. Oliver “Dub” Myers were on board the Team Little Rock C-130s as they descended into the competition arena.

“I can not begin to tell you what an honor it is to be here,” Mayor Williams said. “It’s so humbling to be invited to an event such as this, where we can see our military members in action, first hand.”

Rodeo began in 1962 as a combat sills competition designed to develop and improve techniques/procedures while enhancing air mobility operations, and promoting esprit de corps. In 1979, Rodeo was expanded to include international air mobility partners. It later expanded to include international teams as well.

The competition is designed to test the flight and ground skills of aircrews as well as the related skills of security forces, aerial port operations, aeromedical evacuation, and maintenance team members.

Scoring events began immediately on Day 1 of the competition, as each team was scored on their ability to reach their “time on target” at Mc Chord AFB within one minute, plus or minus, of their scheduled land time. Teams lost four points per second that they were outside of their one-minute window. The C-130s were also graded on their ability to land within 3,000 feet of a specific target.

Team Little Rock was successful in the first two events. The 314 AW’s C-130J team landed just two seconds over their designated landing time but 58 seconds inside their window, and well within their allotted parameters, earning them full points. The C-130H3 team from AMC’s 463AG matched that time when they arrived less than 30 minutes later. This earned full points for both teams in that event.

Both the 314 AW and the 463 AG then sent 10 randomly chosen team members to a Fit to Fight competition which took place exactly three hours after arrival.

“Each team had 10 people, including their team chief, selected to participation in Fit to Fight,” said Maj. Philip Clinton, 463 AG team chief. “We are scored on Air Force fitness test items — push ups, sit ups and the mile and a half run. But this is an event that we have all been training for.”

Final scores for Fit to Fight will not be announced until closing ceremonies Friday but both teams said they felt confident in their performance.

Rodeo events will be on going for all 55 teams through out the week, with winners in myriad categories announced at the end. Civic leaders will be on hand the entire week. They are observing competitions, strengthening community relationships and ties, and campaigning to bring Rodeo to Little Rock AFB in 2009.

“One of our main goals this week is to lobby to host Rodeo 2009 on home,” Mr. Biernacki said. “We’re confident that we can host the best competition ever seen and make a fantastic event even better for years to come.”

TOP STORY >>Education is key

By Brig. Gen(S) Wayne Schatz
314th Airlift Wing Commander

Education is a key factor in our continued success as the premier air and space force. The knowledge and skill you bring to the job each day and the proficiency level at which you apply them help determine our effectiveness as a fighting force. This is why it is important that you make education a priority throughout your Air Force career.

The Air Force provides you the right educational opportunities at the right time in your career so I encourage you to take advantage of each opportunity. If you are enlisted, get your Community College of the Air Force degree and then set a goal to get your bachelor's degree. If you are an officer, set a goal to complete a graduate degree program.

Take advantage of the Tuition Assistance program. It pays 100 percent of tuition costs-up to $4,500 per year and $250 per semester credit hour.

Find a local or online college that meets your needs and interests, and enroll. Professional Military Education is also an important part of your development. Attend or enroll in the next level of PME as soon as you become eligible. You are our most valuable asset and our competitive advantage over the enemy. When you make a commitment to education, you enhance your effectiveness and our ability to accomplish the wing mission.

Education plays a key role in our ability to fight and win the Global War on Terror and also helps ensure our readiness to fight the next war.

Continue to enhance your warfighting capabilities by increasing your educational level and improving your job skills.
I firmly believe that a lifelong commitment to learning is an absolute necessity in our professional and personal lives. The futurist Alvin Toffler classified the illiterates of the 21st century as those who cannot learn, unlearn, and relearn. To thrive individually and as a fighting force, we must make continuous learning a core competency or risk becoming illiterate and irrelevant.

Finally, I encourage you to develop a habit of staying current on world events. Because we are a global force your situational awareness must be global. Find a few good news sources to access each day to help you maintain situational awareness and a strong readiness posture. Advance your education, embrace lifelong learning, and maintain an awareness of world events. They will benefit you in both your personal and professional lives.

Thanks for all you do to support Team Little Rock and our nation. Combat Airlift!

Thursday, July 19, 2007

SPORTS>>7-20-07

Football camp slated

The Brian Davis football camp will be held at the Cabot football field July 20-21 for ages 5-17. Times for the camp are 6 p.m. to 10 p.m. Friday, July 20 and 8 a.m. to noon Saturday, July 21. Fees for the camp are $159. Kids will receive a tee shirt and food will be provided at the end of each session. Call 501-628-4833 or Brian Davis at 501-366-2216.

CLASSIFIEDS >> 07-20-07

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.


HELP WANTED

PRESSMAN applicant sought for Leader Publishing. Experience a must. Apply in person at 404 Graham Rd. or call Randy at 982-9421. EOE.

PRESCHOOL Teachers and Substitutes needed for fall term. Three days per week. Sherwood area. Good working condition. Call Nancy at 835-3410 for more information.

OFFICE ASSISTANT needed for Sherwood location. Flexible hours. Must be creative & able to work on your own. Computer skills & knowledge of programs necessary. (501) 835-4339

CONVENIENCE STORE in Gravel Ridge needs part-time/full-time help. Clean environment. Apply in person. T-Ricks, 14815 Hwy 107.


SERVICES

FOR GROUNDS transportation from the LRAFB to surrounding cities, call AFFORDABLE TRANSPORTATION. Available 7 days a week, 24 hours a day. (501) 753-2315. As seen in the Century Tel telephone directory.


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

LARGE IGLOO Doghouse. Like New. $20. 835-7797.

FREE PUPPIES to good home. Mother lab, father unknown. Call 501-454-0696 or 501-259-6532.

FREE TO good home. Female, black, lab mix. 8 to 10 months old. (501) 796-3637

POTTERY BARN Daisy Garden infant bedding $75, PBBoppy/cover $25, PBChanging pad covers $10, Baby Einstein play-saucer $25, Porta-Crib, $25, more!. Call (501)-605-8234 or (210)-274-7862.

FREE to good home: Adorable Black Lab mix puppy, male. Can email pics & deliver. Approx 6 wks old. (501) 542-4489


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.

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

BEDROOM FURNITURE for sale: 4 drawer chest, 5 drawer armoire matches 2 drawer nightstand, if interested. Call us at 240-285-4749.

FURNITURE FOR SALE Sofa $275 excellent cond., 2 Queen Anne style hunter green chairs $50 each. call 501-241-2591.

FOUR ANTIQUE Pressed Back Oak Chairs, circa 1922, solid bottoms, great condition, asking $350.00, call 501-772-2257 or 425-2714.

FULL SIZED bed with mattress-$100. Comfortable oversized Couch, loveseat, chair and ottoman, beige-$300. Entertainment Center-$40. Contact Simone at 501-240-8112.

MOVING, MUST SELL, Queen sleigh bed, $50, white side by side Whirlpool Gold refrigerator 3 years old - $350 OBO, Solid wood cherry wall entertainment center - $200, 60" HD ready Magnavox TV - $400. Call 626-8071.

COUCH AND LOVESEAT FOR SALE: Light brown/tan micro fiber couch and matching loveseat, 1 year old, like new. Asking $450 or obo for the set. Call (530) 219-8007.

SUEDE COUCH and Chaise Lounge. Excellent condition. A steal for $350! Call Tony @ 501-412-0063.

SOLID MAPLE Hutch with glass doors, great condition, will sell for $125.00 or best offer. Call 501-833-8307 or 501-772-2257.


LOST & FOUND

LOST: Ladies platinum wedding band w/diamonds. Reward. Lost Friday, July 6. 501-941-1454, Cabot.


WANTED

WANTED: BabySitter, needed for 2 toddlers in Jacksonville, must have transportation call 247-8130.

WANTED: BabySitter, needed for 2 toddlers in Jacksonville, long term, must have transportation. Call 247-8130.

WANTED: Need outdoor toddler toys, race car twin bed, Little Tykes, playhouse etc.. reasonable sale or giveaway. Call 247-8130.


ITEMS FOR SALE

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

CLASSIC POOH CRIB bedding, gently used. Twin glow in the dark space bedding. 941-1295.

FREE PUPPIES to good home mother lab, father unknown. Call 501-454-0696 or 501-259-6532.

FREE oak fire wood in Jacksonville. Tree down, you must have chain saw to cut what you want. Call (501) 412-7709.

MEN'S Mess Dress; New in 2002; Pant 35R; Jacket 43R; all acoutrements. $100 843-9055/425-1566.

MEN'S AF Mess Dress uniform; like new; Pant 35R; Jacket 33R; all acoutrements; $100. 843-9055; 425-1566.

PORTABLE dishwasher, like new $200 - Infinity SM155 speakers; $100 ea. - microwave ovens; $20 ea. - baby exersaucer; $40 - baby/women's clothes; $1 ea. - mtn bike $40 - oak T.V trays set (4); $40 all excel cond. Call 501-983-4932.

PORTABLE dishwasher, like new $200. Infinity SM155 speakers; $100 each. Microwave ovens; $20 each. Baby exersaucer $40. Baby/women's clothes; $1 each. Mtn. bike $50. Oak T.V trays set (4); $40 all excel cond. Call 501-983-4932.

FOR SALE A105-S171 laptop, laptop bag inc. $600; VGN-S430N/B laptop accessories inc. $1900. Please Call 501-554-4361 for info.


LAWN & FARM EQUIPMENT


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.

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.

2005 HONDA 400EX, 4 wheeler with reverse. Low hours. Great conditioning with few mods. Asking $3,000. Comes with ramps.

1998 BMW 528i, white, loaded, cold weather package, 131K highway miles, excellent condition, well maintained, $10,000 OBO. Mark @ 952-8882.

2006 NEW Jeep Wrangler Black, Cloth top black, Chrome detail, Golden Eagle Edition, Fully loaded, V6, Automatic, $23,999 501-982-5987.

ANTIQUE CAR 1970 Monte Carlo, white with blue vinyl top, black leather interior, one owner, real beauty, great condition. $12,000. (501) 831-1658

2002 CHEVY Silverado Extended Cab, White. Low Miles. Excellent Condition. $14,500 Call 501-554-5167.

2001 FORD Escape XLT V-6 Automatic 81k miles. Leather Interior, 6-Disc CD $9,300 OBO. Call 501-605-1146 or 501-743-9484.

2000 PONTIAC TRANS AM, W56, 6 speed, good condition, minor scratches, t-tops, loaded, 137K, $9,500 obo, black, performance package, 18 mpg, purchased from Evans Motors. Well maintained, 501-960-6897.

2000 TOYOTA Avalon, excellent leather, sunroof, silver, loaded with options, $9,600. 501-843-2123. Cabot

15" ALUMINUM Rims and Tires for 1993 Honda Prelude Si. $200 OBO. Call 202-315-8735 Rusty

2005 CADILLAC CTS, Black, Wood grain, 42K miles, leather interior, great car, $20K- can't beat the price. Call 247-8130.

2003 FORD Focus, $7,499 -Well Equipped and in Excellent Condition. 40 MPG Hwy! Call (501) 658-0189 ask for Gary.

22" RIMS and Tires, lugs and locks included. Great condition! $1500 obo, (4) 235 70R 16 used tires. $60 obo. 240-3342 or 834-6541

1986 FORD CROWN Victoria, 2DR, fuel injected, automatic, PS/PB/PDL, A/C works, AM/FM/cassette. Dependable -daily driver! $1,500 OBO. 501-259-8033 after 6PM. Cabot area.

4 TIRES & wheels 215/70-15 $100 OBO. 50% remaining. Goodyear Integrity. (252)767-2017.

22 INCH rims & tires. Universal 5-lug Helix. Tires are NITTO NT 555. Extreme Performance 255/30ZR/22 94W. Set of 4. Asking $2,750.00 OBO. Call 554-3357. Will email pics.


RECREATIONAL VEHICLES

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

2007 TRACKER duck blind series, 25 hp Mercury w/ trolling motor and extras. 7 yr. parts and labor warranty, $9,400. 337-274-0153.

2007 YAMAHA Raptor 700R GYTR edition with 5x8 tilt trailer, helmet and factory warranty, like new less than 20 hrs just broke in asking 7300 obo neg. Call (314) 560-7435.

2000 Xpress 18ft bass boat, 115hp Suzuki, 107lbs motorguide trolling motor, on board battery charger, like new, garage kept. $10,000. 941-0740

2004 POLARIS Sportsman 500HO, 495 miles, 92 hours, bumpers, winch, lifted, cargo box, 27 inch tires, ask about extras, $4200. Home phone 501-240-9518. Work phone 501-987-8648.

2006 LIFAN 150 CC Scooter. Chinese made, 100 miles per gallon, yellow, Street legal, registered on base. looks like smaller version of Ninja motorcycle. Great for someone on or near base. Tach. inop, everything else works great. $700 firm. Contact John 241-0397, leave message or email paulandkellys@comcast.net.

2004 KAWASAKI 80 ATS ATV, Excellent condition, Automatic 2-stroke engine; includes helmet and loading ramp. $1,450 Call (501) 259-1443.


COMMERCIAL PROPERTY


LOTS & ACREAGE

FOR RENT: 8000 sq. ft. warehouse with 3 bays- rent all or separate & 4300 sq. ft. office/ retail space. 4111 John Hardin Drive, One mile north of LRAFB exit. (501) 247-4304


HOUSES FOR RENT

FOR RENT: nice 2 & 3 Bedroom Mobile Homes on large lots in Quiet safe park close to LRAFB. New carpet and appliances. Starting at $395 per month plus deposit. HUD accepted. Call today and get TWO WEEKS FREE RENT. (501) 835-3450.*

SHERWOOD on Country Club Rd. 3 bedroom 1 bath, fenced backyard, pets restricted, $800 monthly plus deposit. (501) 988-5173.*

FOR SALE OR LEASE- Cabot, 3 Bedroom 2 Bath, cathedral ceiling, 2 car garage, fireplace, deck. $132,000 with assumable loan at 5.1% interest FHA or $950 month + $500 deposit. References. No pets. (479) 739-4901, (501) 259-4823*

HOUSES FOR RENT: Gap Creek- 2100 sq. ft., 3 Bedroom (large Master Bedroom) 2 Bath, garage, fenced yard, wood & tile, Whirlpool tub, fireplace, large office, formal dining room. Built 2005. $1550 month. Call (501) 247-9670*

4 BEDROOM 2 Bath home near Ward Central Elementary (Cabot School District) on cul-de-sac. Fenced yard. Fridge & washer/dryer hook-ups. Pets allowed with deposit. $850 month & deposit. Call (618) 530-7246.*

3 Bedroom 2 Bath Home in Cabot. Approximately 1500 sq. ft., Large Master Bath with jacuzzi & 2 walk-in closets. Refrigerator, Large fenced yard. 2 car garage with parking pad. $900 month. (501) 843-4473

VILONIA. New Construction. 1900 sq. ft., 3 Bedroom 2 Bath, 2 car garage, large corner lot on cul-de-sac of new subdivision, fireplace, whirlpool. For lease or possible seller finance. $1,250 month. (501) 733-3337

SHERWOOD. 4 Bedroom, 2 Bath, 2149 sq. ft., jacuzzi tub, deck, walk-in closets, security alarm, range, combination living room/ dining room, washer/dryer connections. 212 Carnelian. $1395 month. Fletcher Property Management (501) 296-9922.

TWO HOUSES for rent. Central Heat & Air, all electric, ceiling fans, stove & refrigerator. One has carport & storage building. Five minute drive to back gate. $400 & $425 month + deposit. No pets. (501) 837-0264, (501) 988-5586.

VILONIA: 70 Whispering Wind, 3/2/2, 1630 sq. ft., gas fireplace, double sinks and closets in master, covered patio, storage building. $800 lease. (501) 941-1996

GRAVEL RIDGE AREA: #11 Single Oaks. Clean 3 Bedroom 2 Bath, 2000 sq. ft., double garage. No Pets. $850 month. 834-1251

JACKSONVILLE- Newer Home, 3 Bedroom 1.5 Bath, garage, eat-in kitchen, stove, refrigerator, new carpet, central heat and air, ceiling fans, fenced yard, quiet cul-de-sac, deck, storage shed. $745/ mo., $600 deposit. Near LRAFB. Pets Welcome! Reginald. (501)952-3847

FOR RENT Jacksonville/country. 4 bedrooms, 3 baths with 2600 SF on 1.5 acres. $850 mo $500 dep. 1 yr. Call Chris 590-1667.


HOUSES FOR SALE

CABOT, Brand new 4 bedroom in Greystone. Call Jeanna, Blackwood Realty. (501) 605-8069*

FSBO: Sun Terrace Subdivision, Cabot. 3 Bedroom, 2 Bath, 1642 sq. ft., Large lot. Many updates. $142,000. Call (501) 230-4175 or visit www.infotube.net. Ad #177035*

VILONIA- 3-bed, 2 bath, 12 Dove Creek Dr., 1461 sq. ft., brick/ vinyl, 2-car garage. Large fenced yard, landscaped. Close to schools and Air Base. $117,500. 501-796-8176. Visit www.myadbox.com/285719 for details & pictures.*

FSBO: 3 bedroom 2 bath, 1580 square feet, 2 car garage, large corner lot, privacy fence, Robinwood subdivision, Cabot, $129,900. (501) 247-5108.

AWESOME Starter home with eat-in kitchen, updated flooring in living areas, updated bathrooms, new paint and more! 18 Matthews Lane, Cabot. Call 501-529-3855 for more info.

FSBO: In Jacksonville, Northlake Subdivision, 117 Kodiak Lane. 3 Bedroom, 2 bath dining room, fireplace. Many updates including kitchen and bath. $129,900. Open house Sunday 2-4 pm. 501-835-6899.

LAKEFRONT HOME on Lake Conway. 25 miles from LRAFB, 3 Bedroom 1.5 Bath, 1344 sq. ft., screened-in porch, boat dock & boat shed. $104,000. Call Mark at 454-5488.

FOR SALE: New Bd/ 2 Ba. home with 1537 sq. ft. CH/A, sitting on 3/4 acre Lot. 24X30' workshop & 16x20 covered patio. 1282 Sunset Circle, Cabot, $125,000. 941-0758, 843-6633 or 416-1527

VILONIA: 44 Blair, 2 years old, immaculate, 3/2/2, brick, 1560 sq. ft., covered patio, fence, sale FSBO. $122,900. (501) 941-1996

OFF DUTY LIFE >>07-20-07

Mt. Nebo Remembers set for Saturday

Mt. Nebo Remembers Day will be held from 9 a.m. to 9 p.m. Saturday at Mt. Nebo State Park Pavilion, 16728 West State Hwy. 155, Dardanelle. Join the staff and Mount Nebo residents as we share memories of the mountain. Special programs pertaining to the mountain’s history, including a walking tour, hayride, slideshow, speakers, and a story swap are on the agenda. Anyone with memories to share is encouraged to participate. Admission is free. Call 479-229-3655 for more information.


Grape Festival slated

25th Annual Altus Grape Festival is set for July 27 through 28 in Altus. The event is Altus’ annual celebration of the grape harvest with blessing of the harvest ceremony and cutting of the vines. The fun includes grape-stomping competitions, waiter and waitress tray races, grape pie-eating contest, wine tasting booths, juried craft show, food booths, inflatable play area for children, street dances, an amateur wine tasting contest, free vineyard tours, and a Bacchas look-alike contest. Admission is free. For more information visit http://altusarkansas.com.


Museum of Discovery set to host dig

The Museum of Discovery will host “Can You Dig It?” July 26 through July 28 at 500 President Clinton Ave., Suite 150, Little Rock. Join geologists, archeologists and paleontologists as they dig for minerals, rocks and fossils, erect a giant dinosaur skeleton, and learn how dinosaurs, sea creatures and plants turn into oil and coal. Admission is $7 adults, $6 children and seniors, members free. For more information visit www.amod.org.


Book show Aug. 11-12

The 22nd annual Book and Paper Show, hosted by the Arkansas Antiquarian Booksellers, will be held Aug. 11-12 at the Jacksonville Community Center just off Hwy. 67/167 at Main Street and Municipal Drive in Jacksonville. More than 50 book and paper dealers and Arkansas authors will be on hand to display, autograph and make available for purchases rare and collectible books of interest and value.

There will be a special offering of $1 to $5 distressed merchandise and bargain books on the afternoon of Sunday, Aug. 12.
Admission is $5 with a $2 rebate couple with each admission to be used toward any show purchase. Show hours are 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 11 and 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Sunday, Aug. 12. There will be door prizes, a concession stand and book-rebinding service is also offered. Parking I free.


VBS slated July 23-27

Grace Fellowship invites all children ages 4-12 years old to participate in the Ramblin’ Road Trip Vacation Bible School.

Children will take a journey along the road of Christianity as they experience God’s love. Vacation Bible School will be held nightly July 23-27 from 6:30 p.m. – 8:30 p.m. at Grace Fellowship Church, 601 West Elm (behind Bank of the Ozarks) in Cabot. The week will culminate with a musical presentation, slide show, and dinner on Friday night.
For more information, please contact Dana Wessel at 605-6229.

NEWS BRIEFS >> 07/20/07

314th MSS will close Monday

The 314th Mission Support Squadron will be closed Monday at 2 p.m. for a change of command and will reopen Tuesday morning for normal business hours. For emergencies only, call 722-8120.


Command change set for Monday

Lt. Col. Lisa Redinger will assume command of the 314th Mission Support Squadron from Lt. Col. Joseph Atkins on Monday at 3 p.m. at the Conference Center in the Ballroom. Contact Danielle Hagemann at 987-6938 for details.


Retirement ceremony scheduled

A retirement ceremony will be held Friday, July 26 in the Green section auditorium for Tech. Sgt. James Lennartz, retirement effective date Aug. 1.


Auditions slated

Auditions are set for 9 a.m. Monday at the Thomas Community Activities Center for children entering first through twelvth grades for Missoula Children’s Theater. Rehearsals are held daily. “The Jungle Book” will be performed at 7 p.m. Friday, July 27 with doors opening at 6:30 p.m. Admission is $1 for ages 12 and up and $.50 for children under 12.


TMO Closure

The 314th Logistics Readiness Squadron's Transportation Management Office, Bldg 1255, will close July 27th at 11 a.m. Normal customer service hours will resume Monday, July 30. In case of an emergency during the closure, call 837-9750. For more information, contact Staff. Sgt. Tiffany Wood at 987-6961.


Bass tourney set

The base bass club will host an open tournament July 28 on the Arkansas River “Alltel Ramp.” One person from the team must have in their possession a DOD ID card. For details call Eric at 259-9373 or visit the Web site www.lrafbbassclub.com.


NAF job available

The following non-appropriated-fund job is available: Hangar 1080, food service worker, NA-02, flexible hours and cashier, NF-1, flexible hours; Outdoor recreation, accounting clerk, NF-01, flexible hours and Youth center, school age program assistant, 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.


Library summer reading program

All base 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.

TOP STORY >>Preparing family as well as yourself

By Brig. Gen. (S) Wayne Schatz
314th Airlift Wing Commander

Editor’s Note: This is part two of a three-part series focusing on deployment readiness.

 Anyone who’s ever faced the task of preparing to deploy – and in today’s Air Force that’s most of us – knows the deployment “To Do List” seems to get longer and longer as each day passes.

But as you’re preparing yourself for deployment, it’s important to prepare your family as well. We all know that you can’t be effective at work if your home life isn’t in order. When you ensure your family is as ready as you are, you ensure the mission succeeds.

 With all that is going on in the world as you prepare yourself, you may see preparing your family as a daunting task. But the smallest steps will often help.

Helping them prepare is as simple as keeping your will and emergency data card up-to-date; ensuring your finances are in order and knowing who to call in times of need. Also, it’s important for you and your spouse to remember that no one can go it alone – it’s okay to ask for help. So make sure they know who to turn to when they need a hand, like the squadron commander or first sergeant.

Find ways to keep in touch. Visit the Airman and Family Readiness Center for ideas on what you can do to ease the transition for everyone.

Taking the time to prepare your family will pay dividends in the long run. The Air Force is a team effort, and so is family. Ensure that both teams are equally ready for the challenges to come.  

TOP STORY >>USNORTHCOM commander discusses roles, missions

By Capt. David Faggard
314th Airlift Wing Public Affairs

The military commander who commands and controls Department of Defense homeland defense efforts and defense support of civil authorities understands the need for tactical airlift.

Gen. Gene Renuart, commander of North American Aerospace Defense Command and U.S. Northern Command, took time to learn a little bit more about tactical airlift by visiting C-130 training at the DoD’s C-130 Center of Excellence recently.

“As USNORTHCOM commander, I get a lot of opportunities to fly and work with Airmen that provide tactical airlift,” the four-star general said. “Virtually every state has some role with C-130s, and flying with those crews allows me to see their readiness and how their unit fits into state and federal response plans.”

Tactical airlift is vastly important, Renuart said. Some missions, such as taking feed to stranded horses and cows following heavy snows in Colorado and the Midwest this past winter, support the homeland.

But, the general added, C-130s are mostly known for the support they provide to warfighters.

“The C-130s are workhorses of war,” Renuart said. “At any time, we have 60 (to) 70 aircraft deployed to the Central Command area of responsibility supporting operations there.”

One unit supporting those operations is the 463rd Airlift Group, which is stationed here but forward deployed to Balad Air Base, Iraq, and was recently credited with taking more than 6,200 convoys off the dangerous roads there.

In the United States, Air Force Reserve and Air National Guard C-130s are busy supporting fire suppression operations by dropping suppressants onto wildfires, the general said.

“Tactical airlift is absolutely critical to the Northern Command mission,” Renuart said. “Lift is always the long pole in the tent for contingencies and for supporting operations at home, like moving FEMA or Homeland Security supplies and teams.”

The C-130 is a capable aircraft, but the fleet must be modernized and recapitalized, according to the general. Some of those changes will come with the addition of the Joint Cargo Aircraft and newer C-130Js, he said.

“Tactical airlift plays a crucial role in allowing U.S. Northern Command to provide support throughout the country,” he said.
USNORTHCOM was established in 2002 to provide command and control of DoD homeland defense efforts and to coordinate defense support of civil authorities in an area of responsibility that includes air, land and sea approaches and encompasses the continental United States, Alaska, Canada, Mexico and the surrounding water out to approximately 500 nautical miles. It includes the Gulf of Mexico and the Straits of Florida.

The commander of USNORTHCOM also commands the North American Aerospace Defense Command, a bi-national command responsible for aerospace warning and aerospace control for Canada, Alaska and the continental United States.
Renuart is a command pilot with more than 3,800 flight hours in aircraft such as the T-37, AT-38, A-10, F-16, F-15, C-130 and HH-60.

He has flown 60 combat missions. Prior to assuming his current position, he was the senior military assistant to the secretary of defense, serving as the principal immediate office adviser to the secretary in all matters pertaining to the DoD.
The C-130 Center of Excellence provides aircrew and maintenance training for 31 nations and the DoD.

TOP STORY >>Program highlights women’s contribution

By John J. Kruzel
American Forces Press Service

WASHINGTON (AFPN) -- Over the years, women equipped with industry acumen and armed with advanced degrees have climbed ladders and shattered the glass ceiling that had once stunted their career growth. To train and mentor aspiring female professionals in the federal sector, a group known as Federally Employed Women, or FEW, began a training program in 1970.

About 50 participants gathered July 16 for the Defense Department’s forum on women’s affairs, one installment in a series of courses and lectures at the 38th annual FEW seminar, which runs through July 20 at the Hilton Washington Hotel here.

“Up until the 1940s, only a handful of agencies hired women,” said Tina Jonas, the keynote speaker and Defense Department’s comptroller and chief financial officer. “Some of the offices, including the U.S. Patent Office, provided billets for women, but the women had to work at home, and their paychecks were made out in the name of their male relatives.”

Women’s contribution to the work force today is invaluable, said Ms. Jonas, the first woman to serve as DOD’s comptroller.
“We simply would not be able to manage without women,” she said. “At the Pentagon, women fill every role in the civil service, and throughout the armed services, including admiral and general.”

As comptroller, Ms. Jonas manages an office that comprises about 60 budget analysts and other accountants, who she said put together roughly $750 billion worth of budgetary requests in “record time.” Last year, the staff earned the Presidential Rank Award, which recognizes and celebrates a small group of career senior executives for exceptional long-term accomplishments.

Forty-nine percent of those workers are women who fulfill leading roles, Ms. Jonas said. For example, the assistant deputy chief financial officer, director for military personnel and construction, and director of operations are women.

“I would say that their leadership is absolutely key to the defense of the nation and to the efficient and effective management of the nation’s dollars,” she said. “It’s not an easy job.”

The team, which has near-equal gender representation, managed a $481 billion 2008 base budget, a $142 billion war on terrorism budget, and $100 billion of emergency supplement funding from Congress.

“We are a complex organization,” she said. “We’re bigger than Ford, General Motors, Exxon or even Wal-Mart.”
Ms. Jonas addressed the contributions of women in uniform, including Master Sgt. Artri Spratling, who opened the forum by singing the national anthem.

“I always get a little chill up my spine when I hear the anthem, and the master sergeant who sang today was really good at her job,” Ms. Jonas said. “There are women across the military, from her job all the way across the department, working in theater, flying airplanes; this is a wonderful department. It’s a great place for women.”

TOP STORY >>Air Force and Better Business Bureau partner

By Staff Sgt. Monique Randolph
Secretary of the Air Force Office of Public Affairs

WASHINGTON (AFPN) — Representatives from the Air Force and the Council of Better Business Bureaus signed a memorandum of understanding July 16 at the Pentagon that will benefit Airmen and their families.

Tim Beyland, assistant deputy chief of staff for Manpower and Personnel, and Steven Cole, chief executive officer of the Council of Better Business Bureaus, signed the memorandum which establishes an agreement between the Air Force and CBBB to better assist Airmen and their families with consumer-related issues.

“A few years ago, the evidence was mounting that military families were increasingly becoming the target of unethical and fraudulent business practices,” said Mr. Cole.

“At a time when these military personnel and their families needed to focus their energies on doing their jobs in support of the war on terrorism, they were more and more being courted by unethical businesses, surrounded by predatory lenders, pressured to buy unneeded insurance products and at high risk for identity theft during deployment,” he said.

As a result, the CBBB entered into partnerships with the Department of Defense Financial Readiness Campaign, and with the Army and Navy and now the Air Force to offer their programs, services and materials to military members and their families.
There are currently 114 BBBs and 50 branches throughout the United States. These branches will work with the Airman & Family Readiness Centers on Air Force installations to provide training and general financial consumer education to members.

The CBBB also has developed a Web site dedicated to Air Force members where they can access BBB services and specialized Air Force consumer services.

“We want to prevent Airmen from being cheated and offer our help if they are,” said Mr. Cole. “We are here to support them, be their advocate and share our knowledge of the local marketplace.”

Currently, the BBB offers a number of free services: business reliability reports, dispute resolution, consumer education, reviews of charitable organizations and a list of on-line companies pledged to meet BBB standards of ethical business practices.

“This agreement with the Council of Better Business Bureaus will go a long way toward providing our Airmen information on how to be smart consumers and another avenue for help if required,” said Mr. Beyland. “In the end, it will strengthen our families, which strengthens our mission readiness.”

For more information, contact the local Airman & Family Readiness Center or visit the BBB Air Force line.

Thursday, July 12, 2007

CLASSIFIEDS >> 07-13-07

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 Phlebotomy and certification. Medical billing and coding. Clinical hypnosis. Reduce weight. Hurry up - Limited Seating 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

AFTER YOUR yard sale, bring your leftover donations to TKO's Thrift Shops for Needy & Homeless People! TAX DEDUCTIBLE. 515 South James, Jacksonville (open 10-4 except Wed. & Sun.) & 1212 South 2nd, Cabot (10-4 Tues. - Sat.) Volunteers needed! SUPPORT OUR CHARITY BINGO. (501) 773-7712.*

MULTI FAMILY YARD SALE- 8 am, July 14th, 2990 Hwy. 5, El Paso. Clothing, women's teen girls, books, sports equipment.

MOVING SALE! 14 Jul 0800-1200, 103 Gunsmoke Austin (Exit 22 off 167), 240-2594, patio set $100, grill $50, end tables $50 each, lawn mower $40, qn mattress/box $100, books, clothes, kitchen items, toolboxes, ab bench, free weights, bedding, electronics.

YARD SALE - Sat. July 14. Moving - Must sell washer/dryer, computer desk, stroller, patio furniture, etc. 18 Paradise Cove, Cabot. In Crestwood Estates. Look for signs.

GARAGE SALE, 13 and 14 July, 5 Tallyho Court, Jacksonville, Foxwood Subdivision, 6 AM-?

GARAGE SALE at 115 Montana Cr. On base. Saturday 8am until everything gone Maternity clothes, baby clothes up to 3T Misc. household items, Stuffed animals/toys Baby items, play pens, carseat, new baby monitors, new diaper genie etc.


HELP WANTED

PRESSMAN applicant sought for Leader Publishing. Experience a must. Apply in person at 404 Graham Rd. or call Randy at 982-9421. EOE.


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

LARGE IGLOO Doghouse. Like New. $20. 835-7797.

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

FREE PUPPIES to good home. Mother lab, father unknown. Call 501-454-0696 or 501-259-6532.


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.

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

BEDROOM FURNITURE for sale: 4 drawer chest, 5 drawer armoire matches 2 drawer nightstand, if interested. Call us at 240-285-4749.

FURNITURE FOR SALE Sofa $275 excellent cond., 2 Queen Anne style hunter green chairs $50 each. call 501-241-2591.

FOUR ANTIQUE Pressed Back Oak Chairs, circa 1922, solid bottoms, great condition, asking $350.00, call 501-772-2257 or 425-2714.

FULL SIZED bed with mattress-$100. Comfortable oversized Couch, loveseat, chair and ottoman, beige-$300. Entertainment Center-$40. Contact Simone at 501-240-8112.


LOST & FOUND

LOST: Ladies platinum wedding band w/diamonds. Reward. Lost Friday, July 6. 501-941-1454, Cabot.


WANTED

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

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

CLASSIC POOH CRIB bedding, gently used. Twin glow in the dark space bedding. 941-1295.

FREE PUPPIES to good home mother lab, father unknown. Call 501-454-0696 or 501-259-6532.

FREE oak fire wood in Jacksonville. Tree down, you must have chain saw to cut what you want. Call (501) 412-7709.

MEN'S Mess Dress; New in 2002; Pant 35R; Jacket 43R; all acoutrements. $100 843-9055/425-1566.

MEN'S AF Mess Dress uniform; like new; Pant 35R; Jacket 33R; all acoutrements; $100. 843-9055; 425-1566.

PORTABLE dishwasher, like new $200 - Infinity SM155 speakers; $100 ea. - microwave ovens; $20 ea. - baby exersaucer; $40 - baby/women's clothes; $1 ea. - mtn bike $40 - oak T.V trays set (4); $40 all excel cond. Call 501-983-4932.


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.

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.

2005 HONDA 400EX, 4 wheeler with reverse. Low hours. Great conditioning with few mods. Asking $3,000. Comes with ramps.

1998 BMW 528i, white, loaded, cold weather package, 131K highway miles, excellent condition, well maintained, $10,000 OBO. Mark @ 952-8882.

2006 NEW Jeep Wrangler Black, Cloth top black, Chrome detail, Golden Eagle Edition, Fully loaded, V6, Automatic, $23,999 501-982-5987.

ANTIQUE CAR 1970 Monte Carlo, white with blue vinyl top, black leather interior, one owner, real beauty, great condition. $12,000. (501) 831-1658

2002 CHEVY Silverado Extended Cab, White. Low Miles. Excellent Condition. $14,500 Call 501-554-5167.

2001 FORD Escape XLT V-6 Automatic 81k miles. Leather Interior, 6-Disc CD $9,300 OBO. Call 501-605-1146 or 501-743-9484.


RECREATIONAL VEHICLES

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

2007 TRACKER duck blind series, 25 hp Mercury w/ trolling motor and extras. 7 yr. parts and labor warranty, $9,400. 337-274-0153.

2007 YAMAHA Raptor 700R GYTR edition with 5x8 tilt trailer, helmet and factory warranty, like new less than 20 hrs just broke in asking 7300 obo neg. Call (314) 560-7435.

2000 Xpress 18ft bass boat, 115hp Suzuki, 107lbs motorguide trolling motor, on board battery charger, like new, garage kept. $10,000. 941-0740

2004 POLARIS Sportsman 500HO, 495 miles, 92 hours, bumpers, winch, lifted, cargo box, 27 inch tires, ask about extras, $4200. Home phone 501-240-9518. Work phone 501-987-8648.


HOUSES FOR RENT

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.*

FOR RENT: nice 2 & 3 Bedroom Mobile Homes on large lots in Quiet safe park close to LRAFB. New carpet and appliances. Starting at $395 per month plus deposit. HUD accepted. Call today and get TWO WEEKS FREE RENT. (501) 835-3450.*

SHERWOOD on Country Club Rd. 3 bedroom 1 bath, fenced backyard, pets restricted, $800 monthly plus deposit. (501) 988-5173.*

VILONIA: Quail Hollow, 13 Kimberly, 3/2/2, 1887 sq. ft. gas fireplace, breakfast bar, covered patio, fenced, 12x20 shop, lease $1150. (501) 941-1996.*

VILONIA: 70 Whispering Wind, 3/2/2, 1630 sq. ft., gas fireplace, double sinks and closets in master, covered patio, storage building, $800 lease. (501) 941-1996*

FOR SALE OR LEASE- Cabot, 3 Bedroom 2 Bath, cathedral ceiling, 2 car garage, fireplace, deck. $132,000 with assumable loan at 5.1% interest FHA or $950 month + $500 deposit. References. No pets. (479) 739-4901, (501) 259-4823*

HOUSES FOR RENT: Gap Creek- 2100 sq. ft., 3 Bedroom (large Master Bedroom) 2 Bath, garage, fenced yard, wood & tile, Whirlpool tub, fireplace, large office, formal dining room. Built 2005. $1550 month. Call (501) 247-9670*

4 BEDROOM 2 Bath home near Ward Central Elementary (Cabot School District) on cul-de-sac. Fenced yard. Fridge & washer/dryer hook-ups. Pets allowed with deposit. $850 month & deposit. Call (618) 530-7246.*


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*

VILONIA: 44 Blair, 2 years old, immaculate, 3/2/2, brick, 1560 sq. ft., covered patio, fence, sale FSBO $122,900. (501) 941-1996*

FSBO: $170,000. Cabot, 4 Bedroom 2 Bath, 1750 sq. ft., large fenced yard, features open floor plan. Call for appointment. (501) 941-0714*

FSBO: Cabot, 4 Bedroom, 1800 sq. ft. brick home, 1/2 acre lot, office, family room, formal living room, fireplace, large screened in patio, fenced yard, pleasant subdivision. $105,000. (501) 542-0016*

FSBO: Sun Terrace Subdivision, Cabot. 3 Bedroom, 2 Bath, 1642 sq. ft., Large lot. Many updates. $142,000. Call (501) 230-4175 or visit www.infotube.net. Ad #177035*

VILONIA- 3-bed, 2 bath, 12 Dove Creek Dr., 1461 sq. ft., brick/ vinyl, 2-car garage. Large fenced yard, landscaped. Close to schools and Air Base. $117,500. 501-796-8176. Visit www.myadbox.com/285719 for details & pictures.*

FSBO: 2100 + sq. ft., 3 Bedroom, 1.5 Bath, on 2 tree-shaded lots, fireplace with gas logs, large shaded deck, storm windows, custom drapes, carpet, central heat & air. 1 mile from LRAFB. $169,500. Call (501) 831-1658 for appointment.*

FSBO: 19 Glade Road, Jacksonville in Green Valley Subdivision. 1500 sq. ft., 3 Bedroom 2 Bath, 2 car garage, central heat & A/C. New roof, new windows, new plumbing. Great & safe neighborhood. 5 minutes from LRAFB. $91,500. Call (501) 833-1898.*


MOBILE HOMES

CABOT SCHOOLS, 2053 sq. ft. double wide w/1200 sq. ft. attached garage, on 4.25 acres, convenient to LRAFB, $124,900. 941-4821 or 941-4842.*

NEWS BRIEFS >> 07/13/07

Briefing July 19

A commissioning information briefing will be conducted at 1 p.m. Thursday, July 19, at the Education Center Bldg 842, Room 111. Call 987-3417 to sign-up.


Auditions slated

Auditions are set for 9 a.m. Monday, July 23 at the Thomas Community Activities Center for children entering first through twelvth grades for Missoula Children’s Theater. Rehearsals are held daily. “The Jungle Book” will be performed at 7 p.m. Friday, July 27 with doors opening at 6:30 p.m. Admission is $1 for ages 12 and up and $.50 for children under 12.


Classes offered

Instructional classes offered on base include the following: German lessons, guitar lesssons, piano lessons, martial arts class, ballroom dancing, country dancing (not line dancing) and dog obedience. Instructors are wanted for Spanish, voice and piano. Call 987-6720 for more information. Instructor positions are paid.


Razorback Café re-open Sunday

The Razorback Cafe dining facility is closed today and Saturday for building maintenance. The dining facility reopens for brunch at 8:30 a.m. Sunday.


Bass tourney set

The base bass club will host an open tournament July 28 on the Arkansas River “Alltel Ramp.” One person from the team must have in their possession a DOD ID card. For details call Eric at 259-9373 or visit the Web site www.lrafbbassclub.com.


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.


Pre-registration for college underway

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 base 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.

OFF DUTY LIFE >>07-13-07

Arkansas Big Bass Bonanza rescheduled

Originally slated for June 22-24, the Arkansas Big Bass Bonanza fishing tournament, held along the Arkansas River, has been rescheduled for Aug. 10-12 due to high water flows on the river.

The river will be divided into five fishing pools, with each pool having one official weigh-in site. The weigh-in sites will be located at: Clear Creek Park in Fort Smith; Dardanelle State Park on the Russellville side; Alltel Ramp in North Little Rock; Regional Park in Pine Bluff; and Pendleton Bridge east of Dumas.

Fishermen can choose to fish any of the five pools and can fish different pools during the three-day event.

The tournament begins at 6 a.m. each day, with the first hourly weigh-in at 8 a.m. and subsequent weigh-ins at the top of each hour until the final one at 1 p.m. Cash prizes are awarded for the biggest fish caught in each pool each hour.

All current registrations will be honored and the $100,000 grand prize will still be guaranteed to the angler who lands the biggest catch. If you are unable to participate in the tournament on the rescheduled dates, please contact the Arkansas Hospitality Association at (501) 376-2323 to arrange for a refund of your registration fees.
For further information or updates, visit www.arkansasbigbass.com.


Annual book, paper show set

The 22nd annual Book and Paper Show, hosted by the Arkansas Antiquarian Booksellers, will be held Aug. 11-12 at the Jacksonville Community Center just off Hwy. 67/167 at Main Street and Municipal Drive in Jacksonville.

More than 50 book and paper dealers and Arkansas authors will be on hand to display, autograph and make available for purchases rare and collectible books of interest and value.

There will be a special offering of $1 to $5 distressed merchandise and bargain books on the afternoon of Sunday, Aug. 12.
Admission is $5 with a $2 rebate couple with each admission to be used toward any show purchase.

Show hours are 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 11 and 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Sunday, Aug. 12.

There will be door prizes, a concession stand and book rebinding service is also offered. Parking I free.


Cloggers to perform

The Great Smoky Mountain Cloggers are set to peform through Saturday at Ozark Folk Center State Park in Mountain View.
This group is from the mountains of North Carolina, the birthplace of clogging, and have performed before the Queen of England and in many other venues. Tickets available at the door. Contact the park for details.
Admission is $9 adults, $6 children 6-12. For more information visit www.ozarkfolkcenter.com.

TOP STORY >>'Transformers' put Airmen, aircraft on big screen

By Tech. Sgt. Larry A. Simmons
Air Force News Agency

SAN ANTONIO (AFPN) — More than 300 Airmen and numerous aircraft will be seen around the world in the latest DreamWorks/Paramount Pictures film, "Transformers" being released to theaters July 4.

The movie combines the use of live action with computer-generated imagery to enhance the story as Airmen served as extras in the movie, some with speaking roles, and aircraft are featured in the summer blockbuster.

"We would never have been able to make this movie without the willingness of the (Defense Department) to embrace this project. We're proud of the fact that almost every military role, including extras, was played by military or ex-military personnel," said Ian Bryce, the producer of "Transformers."

"It's a thrill to know my face will be seen in a movie," said Airman 1st Class Mehtar Sullivan, an emergency management technician with the 49th Civil Engineer Squadron at Holloman Air Force Base, N.M.

Air Force aircraft played a huge role by providing security during the filming and in one case during the movie, an F-22 Raptor turns into an evil "Transformer" called Starscream.

Mr. Bryce said he was particularly awed by the sight of the F-22 in an unrestricted climb to 15,000 feet.

"I'm not sure how many people have seen that, but I am honored," he said. "It was just one of the many exciting things we were privileged to see."

With details of the "Transformers" essential to the movie, some machines took up to 10,000 pieces to make. Using real aircraft made the movie more realistic and aided in the computer-generated battle scenes.

Along with the F-22s, F-117 Nighthawks and the CV-22 Osprey are featured prominently throughout the movie. Also featured are the A-10 Thunderbolt II, C-17 Globemaster III, MH-53 Pave Low, HH-53 Super Jolly Green Giant, AC-130 Gunship, C-130 Hercules, MQ-1 Predator unmanned aerial vehicle and Air Force One.

"Transformers" was also the first motion picture permitted to film in and around the Pentagon grounds since 9/11. The cast and crew felt the weight of the responsibility and followed instructions to the letter. When filming was completed, they were invited to visit and pay respects at the private 9/11 Memorial Chapel.

"We were able to access and film aircraft and areas that people have never filmed on before and expand the presence of the military," said Tyrese Gibson, an actor in the movie. "We just hope we did them justice," said Josh Duhamel, who stars in "Transformers."

A special movie screening in Washington, D.C., allowed many servicemembers to view the movie before the rest of the public. Many left the movie proud of the military involvement and the way military life was depicted on screen.

"The movie was fantastic," said Chief Master Sgt. Mike Gasparetto stationed at the Pentagon. "The special effects were amazing and there was even a good plot to go with it. The movie accurately depicted life in the military and I think is a great recruiting tool. The movie did a great job of putting a face on what we do as Airmen and as servicemembers, which I think is important for the general public to see so they understand better our job in protecting them."

Airmen were not the only ones in attendance. Soldiers, Sailors and Marines were also invited to the screening.

"Military people will get a lot out of this movie because of how realistic they depicted the way it is in the field, the way we all work together, and the equipment we use," said Army Sgt. Charles Eggleston, a Walter Reed patient. "The whole thing was action packed and I loved seeing the A-10 'bringing the rain' the way they always came to help us out while I was in Iraq. Some of my fellow Soldiers and I were talking about it's funny that with all the movies out there, it took a movie about alien robots invading the planet to get the military stuff right."

The work of Airmen and other military members left a lasting impression on the minds of the cast and crew.

"We had a lot of guys from the military on set and they were terrific," said Jon Voight, a seasoned actor who plays in the movie. "They set the bar pretty high. They are the real heroes."

TOP STORY >>C-130 crews change lives one mission at a time

By Staff Sgt. Craig Seals
455th Air Expeditionary Wing Public Affairs

BAGRAM AIR BASE, Afghanistan (AFPN) — The C-130 Hercules is just one of many different types of aircraft stationed at Bagram Air Base, but it could easily be called one of the most versatile.

The members of the 774th Expeditionary Airlift Squadron put that versatility to the test every day. The three primary missions of the C-130s here are airdrop, air land and aeromedical evacuation.

"Our airdrop missions can be anything from dropping pamphlets to the locals to humanitarian drops such as water, blankets, food and firewood in the winter, ammunition and troop re-supplies," said Senior Airman Patrick Keefe, a 774th EAS loadmaster. "Air land missions consist of troop movements or hauling cargo."

The multitude of missions doesn't limit the aircrew to only one mission type per flight though. Most of the time, their missions are any combination of the three. An aeromedical evacuation mission might be coupled with 15 Soldiers needing to get to a forward-operating base while making a stop somewhere else to drop off a palette of supplies.

It's this type of versatility that makes the C-130 one of the most valuable aircraft in the theater. But not all of these missions are as easy as they seem.

"Each mission has a different type of danger which means that each of us have to be on our A-game each and every day," said Capt. John Malley, a 774th EAS pilot.

"It also depends on where we are going. If we know an area is hot, we know that there is that much more possibility that we could get engaged."

"Our airdrop missions are the most dangerous due to the fact that we are slowed way down over hostile areas with the cargo ramp door open, which makes us less maneuverable should a threat be detected," Airman Keefe said.

Danger aside, the crews have a special sense of pride knowing the supplies and service they bring to the fight.

"I'm proud to be an American and happy to fight the good fight," Captain Malley said. "We're gonna win this thing and it's only a matter of time. I'm hoping that every airdrop, air land and aeromedical evacuation mission contributes positively to our efforts here in Afghanistan."

That sense of pride is evident in more than just the C-130 crews.

"With hauling cargo and personnel all over this country, I have been able to see the improvements this country has made," Airman Keefe said.

"The people have a feeling of importance now which was evident in a recent election when they voted a woman in as minister of education. Things like this never would have happened under the Taliban."

Seeing a change for the better in the local people and the faces of the servicemembers they carry when they get them where they need to go, puts things in perspective for the crew and gives them a feeling of fulfillment.

"The most fulfilling part of my job is knowing that we're helping get wounded Airmen, Soldiers, Sailors and Marines out of harm's way and getting them to locations where they can get the medical attention they need," Captain Malley said.
"And getting those troops on the frontlines what they need when they need it, that's worth it."

TOP STORY >>30th AS anniversary highlights total force teamwork

By 1st Lt. Tim Lockwood
153rd Airlift Wing Public Affairs

CHEYENNE, Wyo. — The 153rd Airlift Wing celebrated the first anniversary marking the assimilation of active-duty Airmen into the Wyoming Air National Guard, July 7.

A year ago, active-duty Airmen set foot in Cheyenne not to report to F.E. Warren Air Force Base, but rather to a new duty station — the Cheyenne Regional Airport.

Their mission was to create the 30th Airlift Squadron — Air Mobility Command’s first active associate unit under the operational control of the Guard’s 153rd AW.

“Some people see the active association as an experiment; we see it as a way to make sure the nation gets the most out of its airplanes, air crews, and tax dollars,” said Col. Harold Reed, 153rd AW commander. “On any given day, we can better utilize our airframes because we have the added manpower of the 30th personnel.”

A year later, the “experiment” shows signs of success and growth. In July, 2006, only a handful of active-duty Airmen arrived here. Now, 120 active-duty Airmen are integrated into the wing’s operations, maintenance and support groups, working side-by-side with Wyoming ANG personnel.

The 153rd AW formally commemorated the anniversary during the Wyoming Air National Guard’s wing formation, July 7, with remarks by Colonel Reed and Col. Jeffrey Hoffer, 463rd Airlift Group commander. The 463rd AG at Little Rock AFB, Ark., has administrative control of the 30th AS.

The active association created a new squadron, but it also represents a new idea for the Air Force. Previous associate unit arrangements have been the reverse of the one thriving in Cheyenne, stationing ANG or Air Force Reserve units on active-duty bases to share active-duty assets.

“We took what the active duty Air Force and Guard brought to the table and combined it to develop an entirely new animal,” said Colonel Reed. “We combined the youth and exuberance of the active-duty (personnel) with the age and experience of the Guard.”

Senior Master Sgt. Rick McKean, 30th AS enlisted operations superintendent, said squadron personnel benefit from the training they receive from National Guard personnel and also benefit from being in the National Guard environment.
“Our younger squadron members have no idea what a rich environment this is,” said the 18-year Air Force veteran. “Here, we get the chance to deploy for operations like Coronet Oak and Joint Forge and do off-station trainers,” he continued. “In the active-duty world, those opportunities are not available. And, we still deploy to the desert for combat. With that mix, it can’t get any better.”

Colonel Reed said the association truly has shown the sum of the whole is greater than its parts.

Maj. Jeffrey DeVore, operations officer and acting 30th Airlift Squadron commander, said he couldn’t agree more.
“The first year has flown by,” said Major DeVore. “But when you look over your shoulder and see how much we have accomplished, it’s astounding. The Wyoming Military Department has totally embraced us,” he said.

Major DeVore is filling in for Lt. Col. Steve Hopkins, 30th AS commander, who currently is deployed. Major DeVore emphasized the team concept embodied in the squadron’s working relationship with the ANG.

“It hasn’t been easy, but we’ve had (153rd AW) support all along, and it has been outstanding support,” he said.

Major DeVore also said support from the Wyoming ANG’s flying squadron, the 187th Airlift Squadron, has been a key factor in his squadron’s milestones.

“The 187th made getting us up to speed a priority for them,” he said. “Air Mobility Command gave us until Oct. 1, 2007, to have crews ready to deploy. We were ready and had crews out the door before that.”

The first deployment of combined crews came only four months after the 30th AS stood up. Last October, Operation Coronet Oak was the first of what has become standard operating procedure for active-duty and National Guard crews flying together to complete one mission.

Over the past year, 30th AS personnel participated in missions in four military theaters of operation, spanning five continents and three hostile-fire zones, while moving more than 320,000 pounds of cargo and nearly 500 passengers.

Major DeVore said the combined effort brought both challenges and lessons in how the units work together.

“It’s that success and hard work that means the 30th AS is likely to be a permanent and valued member of the 153rd AW and the community of Cheyenne, Wyo., for a long time,” he said. “The military as a whole is going toward a total-force concept. This is just the first step,” he added.

“We’re both better at what we do because of each other,” said Colonel Reed. “We’ve learned to flex in everything we do. We’re better on deployments because of our combined efforts.”

TOP STORY >>Good luck to our 2007 Rodeo Teams!

By Brig. Gen. (s) Wayne Schatz
314th Airlift Wing commander

Two Little Rock Rodeo teams depart in one week to compete in the 2007 Air Mobility Rodeo competition July 22 through 28 at McChord Air Force Base, Wash. On behalf of Team Little Rock, we wish them the best of luck!

The competition focuses on readiness and showcases airdrop, air refueling, Security Forces, aerial port, maintenance and aeromedical evacuation as areas for evaluation. Our team has been working and training hard to make Team Little Rock proud.
The 314th Airlift Wing team took home two major awards in the 2005 competition: “Best Airdrop Wing” and “Best C-130 Wing,” and they are geared up to defend these titles during this year’s competition.

Not only is this a fun event where our airlifters showcase their skills, it's a time to show the world why Little Rock is the Combat Airlift Center of Excellence. I have complete faith that our AETC and AMC teams will represent themselves and the Rock well in both ability and professionalism.

Enjoy this special edition of the Drop Zone, showcasing our 2007 teams. Good luck!

Editor’s note: More information on the 2007 Little Rock Air Force Base rodeo and team members can be found at www.razorbackrodeo.com

Thursday, July 5, 2007

CLASSIFIEDS >> 07-06-07

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*

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.

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!

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.

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.

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.”

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.