Air Force EOD conducts charge consisted of two blocks of C-4 ex-
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sive.
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fi- nal exercise for the elements
de- ployment. Skelton said
the
group will detonate more explosives or
use the Wolverine robot.
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September 26, 2003 News
New housing units to ease potential shortage
Story and photo by JO2 Jeffrey Fretland
Naval Media Center
The Splendidville housing area recently received an added
boost with the construction of four new buildings. The 20-unit
enclaves will each house 40 contract workers from San Juan
Construction Company, of Montrose, Colo., and J.L. Lang
enterprises from London, England. Both companies are involved
in 11 island-wide construction projects. Once all the projects are
completed, the units will be turned over to the Navy to house
civilian employees, according to Bill Depontbriand, San Juan
Construction site supervisor.
We began work in July on the first of two structures, and cost
of the four housing units will be about $1.4 million to construct,
the Grand Junction, Colo., native explained. Well be working on
the other two buildings fairly soon. Once the buildings are
completed, most of our guys will be living in them for the next
eight to twelve months while were working on other projects.
After we leave, they will be given to the Navy.
The units are expected to ease a potential housing shortage as
more civilian construction employees arrive next year, according
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Leo Barbosa, of Manila, Philippines, installs a bit into an
electric drill as he puts up wooden plates to strengthen the
to Steve M. Adams, San Juan Construction project manager. The
145-by-25-foot buildings will feature barracks style rooms
metal trussing for a new barracks-style housing unit being designed for two. The housing units will also have an enlarged
constructed at Splendidville Village. communal kitchen and laundry facilities.
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iving a healthy lifestyle involves making choices. The and brown fruits and vegetables contain varying amounts of
foods we eat and exercise are important keys. Eating phytochemicals.
low-fat meals that include five to nine servings of fruits Yellow/orange: These fruits and vegetables help to maintain a
and vegetables each day is a cornerstone of a healthy life plan. healthy heart, vision, immune system and lower the risk of some
So lets get healthy Diego! cancers. Fruits and vegetables in this category contain antioxi-
During the month of September, the Produce for Better Health dants such as vitamin C, as well as carotenoids and
Foundation, the National Cancer Institute and other 5-A-Day bioflavonoids.
partners, conduct a nationwide effort to promote the consump- Red: Helps maintain a healthy heart and memory function and
tion of colorful fruits and vegetables daily for better health. lowers the risk of some cancers and improves urinary tract health.
National 5-A-Day Month aims to stimulate a lasting commitment The USDA Food Guide Pyramid recommends five to nine
to consume up to nine colorful fruits and vegetables each day as servings of fruits and vegetables every day. So what is a serving
the smart and easy way to get healthy. size? A good measure is your fist. Consume a half-cup of fruits
The 5-A-Day for Better Health program was developed in and vegetables or an amount that equals the size of your fist.
1991. It was the first national health promotion that focused on The recommended amount of fruits and vegetables consumed
the importance of eating more fruits and vegetables. The idea is is based on sex and activity level. Most women are recommended
to increase both the awareness of health benefits of fruits and to eat about 1,600 calories a day to maintain a healthy weight.
vegetables and the consumption. This diet plan is most congruent with the five serving suggestion
Its all about the color and power of fruits and vegetables. of two fruits and three vegetables a day.
Deeply-hued fruits and vegetables provide a wide range of Most men typically need about 2,200 calories to reach or
vitamins, minerals, fiber and phytochemicals that your body maintain a healthy weight. They should eat seven servings a day
needs to maintain good health and energy levels, protect against and include three from the fruit family and four from the veg-
the effects of aging and reduce the risk of cancer and heart etable. Active men, who typically need about 2,800 calories to
disease. So when you plan your meals or dining out, think color. reach or maintain a healthy weight, should eat nine servings a
5-A-Day the color way: day and include four fruits and five vegetables.
Blue/ Purple: Helps lower the risk of some cancers and On Diego Garcia we can easily fulfill these requirements.
enhances urinary tract health, memory function, and aging. They Eating in the galley is a good start. There is always a wide
contain health-promoting phytochemicals such as anthocyanins selection of fresh fruits and vegetables available. Fresh fruits and
and phenolics, which are being studied for their antioxidant and vegetables are also available at the Diego Depot. There are many
anti-aging benefits. ways we can eat healthy and stay in top shape, both inside and
Green: Also lowers the risk of some cancers, improves vision out. Are you up for the 5-A-Day the color-way challenge?
health, and strengthens bones and teeth. Green fruits and
Tuesday *Heart healthy items. Reminder to CDF patrons: meal pass must be
Boiled Spaghetti w/Meat Sauce Egg Drop Soup visually sighted at the sign-in desk. No smoking areas will be enforced.
Turkey Fajitas w/Salsa Swiss Steak w/Gravy Due to unforseen circumstances, it may be necessary to provide substi-
Speedline: Egg Salad Sandwich New England Stuffed Clams tutions for food items not in stock or to permit the use of perishables.
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Chaplains Corner
September 26, 2003
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he pennant race is heating up and a former all-star player-turned-coach. Lets see what they do in
wouldnt you know the Tigers the off-season, and if they can build on this years success.
arent in it. Thats right, the Speaking of success that Dusty Baker character can flat out
Detroit Tigers dont have a chance. Math- coach. He walked away from a Giants club still primed for playoff
success to manage the lowly Chicago Cubs. If the season ended
ematically out. Feels good to be a Devil
Ray.
For the life of me I cant understand how
Sports this week they would be division champs for just the seventh
time in 30 years. However this one turns out, the image of the
a team of professionals can play that bad
over the course of an entire season. Dont
Shorts Cubs as sports lovable losers will soon come to an end.
And, as this weeks article too comes to an end, I hope
everyone had the opportunity to participate in this months
get me wrong; I understand a slump, but a with JO2 Captains Cup. For the first time in months the Media Center is
seven-month slump? These are athletes.
Paid to play a game. And, will pay to watch Scott New putting together a team maybe we can become sports new
the playoffs. lovable losers.
Some might point out my Devil Rays are on the bottom of the Sports Shorts is an editorial column. The views and opinions expressed are
AL East. True. But were still young. Were slowly building a those of JO2 Scott New and do not necessarily reflect those of the Naval
Media Center or Navy Support Facility, Diego Garcia. If you would like to
dynasty with a future Hall of Fame coach in the dugout. Just wait
respond, e-mail the editor at newm@dg.nav y.mil.
and see.
been around for years, like the Padres, Mets and the
above mentioned Tigers? DGs Sports
What a significant accomplishment. But on the wrong end of the Basketball
spectrum. Not that Mike Morath pitched horribly, but his 5.73 Tuesday
ERA and 300-grr (thanks Rome) per year salary can buy some Fil Mau 44
needed therapy. HSD 47
But he isnt the only surprise of the 2003 MLB season. On a Championship Game
positive note, the Atlanta Braves became an offensive team. No, MWR vs. Visa
they didnt bring John Rocker back. They found some energized Tonight 7:30
division title and the pursuit of a 100-win season. Softball
What ever happened to Darryl Strawberry? Tuesday
Speaking of what-ever-happened-to remember Jose DG Haters 19 Crew Chiefs Winner
Canseco? He was released from jail in August after prosecutors Chiefs 4 AMXS by forfeit
taking steroids. Was another comeback in the works for the Volleyball
lifetime .266 power hitter? With 462 home runs in the books he Wednesday
could still get the coveted 500. If he could only learn to play by Fil Mau 15/27/15
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