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SAN ANTONIO – Air Force Airman Andrew J. Hurd has graduated from basic military training at Lackland Air Force Base, San Antonio, Texas.
During the six weeks of training, the airman studied the Air Force mission, organization, core values, and military customs and courtesies; performed drill and ceremony marches, and received physical training, rifle marksmanship, field training exercises, and special training in human relations.
In addition, airmen who complete basic training earn credits toward an associate in applied science degree relating through the Community College of the Air Force.
He is the son of Larry and Mayerelia Hurd of Hidden Valley Lake.
Hurd is a 2005 graduate of Middletown High School.
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Dinner will be served at 6 p.m. at the American Legion Post, located on Second and Gaddy Lane in Kelseyville.
The requested donation is $7 per person.
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LAKEPORT – Friends, family and fellow veterans paid tribute to Barnett Hoffman at a Feb. 12 service.
Hoffman, who died Jan. 30 at age 62, was a Vietnam veteran, a founding member of Lake County's Vietnam Veterans of America Chapter 951 and a member in good standing of several other local veterans organizations, and a local businessman.
His family and friends came together to remember him at the Feb. 12 memorial service, held at St. Mary's Catholic Church Parish Hall, the location of VVA's monthly meetings. The service was conducted by a rabbi in honor of Hoffman's Jewish faith.
Hoffman will be remembered by those who knew him for a variety of reasons, not the least of which was his powerful character, love of family and passion for riding his silver and black trike.
A tribute page has been set up for Hoffman at www.vva951.org/BARNETT/.
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During the nine weeks of training, the soldier studied the Army mission, history, tradition and core values, physical fitness, and received instruction and practice in basic combat skills, military weapons, chemical warfare and bayonet training, drill and ceremony, marching, rifle marksmanship, armed and unarmed combat, map reading, field tactics, military courtesy, military justice system, basic first aid, foot marches, and field training exercises.
She is the daughter of Francis Martinez of Clearlake.
Martinez is a 2008 graduate of Silver Springs High School, Grass Valley.
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LAKEPORT – Boogie Shooz, Sacramento’s No. 1-rated dance band, will be entertaining at the Party Hearty on Saturday, Feb. 14.
The event is a fundraiser for local troop support group Operation Tango Mike. Members of the Boogie Shooz band are quite enthused about the opportunity not only to perform in Lake County, but to support the troops.
Dan Langford said, “First off, let me just say that what you are doing for our troops is truly a great service. I wholeheartedly applaud your efforts!”
He added, “I can also speak on behalf of the band in stating that everyone one of us feels that Operation Tango Mike is, most definitely, a worthy cause.”
Tammy, one of the group’s vocalists, said, “I am proud to be involved in helping Operation Tango Mike. Times are hard on everyone these days. However, freedom is not free and the soldiers and their families make many sacrifices for our security, safety and freedom. So, please come out and support this great cause.”
Tony Coppinger, Boogie Shooz drummer, wrote in a message to Operation Tango Mike, “I am not a veteran, but I was an Air Force brat growing up. I remember the National Anthem playing over the loud speakers every day at Noon with an F-4 squadron fly-over. My brother went into Para Rescue in the Air Force and later into the Navy as a SEAL. I have always had great admiration for our armed forces and the great character and bravery of our men and women protecting our country and way of life. When our band Boogie Shooz got the opportunity to be part of this fundraiser supporting our troops, we jumped at it! I think all of us owe a debt of gratitude to the troops (past and present). It is a great honor to be part of such a worthy cause. Our soldiers endure things that many of us can’t imagine. If we can brighten the day of some of our soldiers by sending a bit of American cheer and support while they are putting their lives on the line, it is the least we can do to support such an effort! Our troops deserve full support back home. Thank you Operation Tango Mike for your mission and for allowing us to be part of the effort.”
Everyone is invited to the “Party Hearty” on Feb. 14 at the Big Valley Grange, 1510 Big Valley Road in Finley.
Advance tickets are $12 and are available at Umpqua Bank in Lakeport and Kelseyville, Polestar Computers in Kelseyville, Wild About Books in Clearlake or by calling 349-2838. Tickets at the door will be $15.
There will be raffle prizes galore, silent auction items and the debut of the “Liberty Stars” handmade quilt.
Big Valley Grange will provide a no host bar, complete with nonalcoholic beverages.
Boogie Shooz will entertain with a mix of hits from the 70’s, pop, funk, disco and ballads too. There is ample seating for those who want to enjoy the entertainment and a dance floor for those who want to move and groove. Doors will open at 7 p.m. and Boogie Shooz will get you groovin’ at 8 p.m.
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Although there is no evidence that any patient information was disclosed as a result of the violation, VA has suspended the contractor from receiving any sensitive information from the Department until the
contractor guarantees compliance with VA's standards for information technology (IT) security.
"VA insists that contractors, as well as our own personnel, adhere to the highest standards for protecting personal information," said Secretary of Veterans Affairs Eric K. Shinseki. "When we detect a problem, as happened in this case, we will quickly fix it, and we will ensure such problems are not happening elsewhere."
The issue involves a contractor whose employees create written transcripts of recordings made by health care professionals while performing physical examinations, reporting on surgeries and taking
patients' histories.
VA officials found the contractor's employees used computers that do not adhere to government policy on security.
Based on this incident, the secretary has launched an intensive examination of all VA's contracts to ensure all contractors properly safeguard information about VA patients, veterans and employees.
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“The safety of our patients is our foremost concern at VA,” said Dr. Michael J. Kussman, VA's under secretary for health. “Therefore, I am ordering all of our centers and clinics to re-examine their procedures and safeguards so we know that Veterans will not be put at risk by the people they have come to trust.”
The nationwide step-up is the culmination of a VA education program to implement stronger procedures and better accountability at VA health care facilities. The training was triggered by VA inspections that found reprocessing of endoscopic equipment did not follow the manufacturer's exact instructions at two VA medical centers. The facilities – located in Murfreesboro, Tenn., and Augusta, Ga. – have already taken corrective action.
VA officials are not aware of any patients having been harmed by improperly reprocessed equipment. Although risks are small, the department is being very conservative and notifying patients who might have been treated by the affected equipment.
Normal activities will continue during the Step-Up at all VA facilities, but with extra emphasis on safety and proper processing protocols.
Specific efforts will include retraining on reprocessing endoscopes, establishment of easily-tracked accountability for instrument processing, and training on standard operating procedures by facility leadership.
Patient appointments should not be affected, but individual facilities will notify patients if schedule changes are necessary.
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During the nine weeks of training, the soldier studied the Army mission, history, tradition and core values, physical fitness, and received instruction and practice in basic combat skills, military weapons, chemical warfare and bayonet training, drill and ceremony, marching, rifle marksmanship, armed and unarmed combat, map reading, field tactics, military courtesy, military justice system, basic first aid, foot marches, and field training exercises.
He is the son of Walter Erwin of American Canyon and Donna Erwin of Clearlake.
Erwin is a 2006 graduate of Calvary Baptist Christian Academy in American Canyon.
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WASHINGTON, DC – President Barack Obama has announced his intent to nominate L. Tammy Duckworth, director of the Illinois Department of Veterans Affairs, to be the assistant secretary of Public and Intergovernmental Affairs for the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA).
"Effective communications with Veterans and VA's stakeholders is key to improving our services and ensuring Veterans receive the benefits they deserve," said Secretary of Veterans Affairs Eric K. Shinseki. "Tammy Duckworth brings significant talent, leadership and personal experience
to this important work."
As assistant secretary, Duckworth will direct VA's public affairs, internal communications and intergovernmental relations. She also will oversee programs for homeless veterans, consumer affairs and special rehabilitative events.
Duckworth was appointed director of the state veterans office in Illinois in 2006. In previous testimony before Congress, she expressed her commitment to veterans and the need for transformation of the
Department.
“The VA system faces new challenges as a result of the wars in Iraq and Afghanistan,” she said.
She also noted, “The patient profile is changing. More wounded soldiers are surviving very serious injuries.”
She is serving as a major in the Illinois National Guard and was previously deployed to Operation Iraqi Freedom where, as a captain, she was assistant operations officer for a 500-soldier aviation task force.
She also served as a logistics officer and company commander. As a helicopter pilot flying combat missions in 2004, she suffered grave injuries when her helicopter was struck by a rocket-propelled grenade, losing both legs and partial use of one arm.
Her previous managerial experience includes coordinating the Center for Nursing Research at Northern Illinois University in DeKalb, and working for Rotary International's Asia-Pacific region from 2002 to 2004.
Duckworth earned a bachelor's degree from the University of Hawaii and a master's degree from George Washington University in Washington, D.C. Born in Thailand, she is the daughter of a US Marine who fought in Vietnam. She is married to Iraq war Veteran and National Guard officer,
Major Bryan Bowlsbey.
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