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Leasing a car on the cheap Jason Alderman VISA Financial
My trusty Volvo wagon served our family well for 13 years, but after 106,000 miles it finally gave up the ghost. My wife just completed graduate school so we weren’t ready to commit to a new car payment. I rented a car at first, but at $500 a month, that soon got old. Then I came across a concept new to me: assuming someone else’s car lease. Initially I was skeptical, but after considerable
research I took the plunge. It took many emails and phone calls and a monthlong wait for the paperwork to clear, but I now have a one-year lease on a quality car whose monthly cost is about a third less than the stripped-down model I was renting. With the caveat that car lease assumption is not right for everyone, here’s how the process works: People need to get out of their car leases for a variety of reasons, but it’s notoriously difficult to do so – you usually must pay the
outstanding balance plus an early termination fee. One way around this, if your finance company allows it, is to transfer the lease to another party for the remainder of its term. Many people use online lease assumption services like Swapalease.com and LeaseTrader.com. I went with Swapalease.com. These companies match people wanting to unload their lease (think of them as “sellers”) with so-called “buyers” interested taking over the remainder of someone’s lease. Among the potential advantages for buyers: • No down payment. • You can secure a shorter-term lease. • Sellers will generally offer or agree to financial
What should I drink during winter workouts? Col. Joanna Reagan Registered Dietitian, USAPHC
Soon, the snowflakes will be flying but don’t use it as a reason to slow down on winter health plans. This is a great time to join a gym, try a new class or get into a new winter sport. It is also a time to prevent dehydration. It is
important for warrior athletes to remember their sweat rate does not change just because the temperature drops. This rate is determined by numerous factors, including fitness level, pace and acclimatization – not just ambient temperature. Warrior athletes are just as likely to become dehydrated during winter workouts as summer workouts.
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incentives to unload their lease. • Newer cars are usually still under warranty. However, be aware of the many fees involved on both sides of the transaction: • Sellers are charged a fee to advertise their vehicle on the websites (generally $50 to $150), and a transaction fee if a lease transfer is initiated ($100 to $150). • Buyers pay a registration fee to obtain contact information for sellers (around $40 to $80). Some sites charge buyers a transaction fee as well. • Buyers must file a credit application with the lender that can cost up to several hundred dollars; the fee typically isn’t re-
The message to drink water is common in the summer, but not so much in the winter. Dehydration can come because warrior athletes feel less thirsty during winter workouts. Also, some may overdress for cold-weather exercise sessions by wearing too many layers of clothes. Additionally, athletes may convert to indoor workouts during the winter, and sweat more while inside. Warrior athletes can monitor for dehydration by checking the color of their urine. If the urine looks like lemonade, this indi-
fundable if the credit check deems you aren’t creditworthy. • The leasing company itself will typically charge the buyer a lease transfer fee (typically $50 to $600). A few additional suggestions and precautions: • Inspect the car and note any damage. You may also want to have a mechanic inspect it. • Ask whether the lender will remove the seller’s name from the lease – some won’t. • During negotiations, ask the seller to pay the application and lease transfer fees. It doesn’t hurt to ask and you’re still saving them a ton of money. • Don’t expect a lot of customer service from the swapping website.
cates proper hydration. If it is darker and looks like apple juice or pale ale, then more fluids are needed. In contrast, if the urine looks clear, this can indicate over hydration and drinking too much. Other symptoms of dehydration may include: drowsiness, headaches, dry skin, dizziness or nausea. Remember, don’t rely on thirst as an indicator of hydration status. Usually an individual is already three percent dehydrated when they become thirsty. So, what are the recommendations for healthy drinks? Water is the best choice: It’s calorie-free,
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• Make sure there’s enough mileage left on the lease to suit your needs. • You’ll have to pay DMV registration fees and sales tax may apply. • Your insurance company will need to provide the leasing company with evidence you have adequate coverage. • Know that it can take several weeks or more for the transaction to fully close. For me, that meant an extra month’s rental. All in all, if you’re flexible about what kind of car you’re willing to drive and not in a big hurry, assuming someone else’s lease can be a viable option. Just make sure the homework is done and you’re diligent while monitoring the legalities of the transaction.
inexpensive and easy to find. It is the perfect choice to re-hydrate athletes and restore fluids lost during a workout. As a basic guide, an adequate intake of total water from fluids and foods is 12 cups a day for men ages 19-30 and nine cups a day for women of the same age based on the Dietary Reference Intake. For most people, about 80 percent of this water volume comes from beverages; the rest comes from food. Sports beverages are designed SEE WINTER, PAGE 15
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Spc. Billy W. Dowdy, 217th Military Police Detachment, scans a hallway while standing guard at the entrance of a room in which casualties are located during an active shooter training exercise Jan. 15 at Miley Hall. For story and photos, see Page 3. T. Anthony Bell
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“He was let go (from his job) and apparently decided to seek revenge with the government. So, he came into one of our training buildings and proceeded to shoot several people on one of the floors,” said Warren Gotthardt, security manager, 59th Ordnance Brigade. If that fictional brief is familiar, it speaks about the growing concern active shooter events have garnered across the nation and strategies to better deal with them. Preparations for such an event were played out during a scenario-based training exercise at Miley Hall Jan. 15. In it, 59th Ord. Bde. Soldiers and civilians along with Fort Lee Fire and Emergency Services personnel became more familiar with the brigade’s response plan to such an incident, said Col. Jeff Carter, brigade commander. “It was a very good exercise and a very important exercise; something we’ve been planning since August,” he said, offering observations afterward. “We have such a large concentration of Soldiers in these buildings that if something like this did happen, you could see the kind of effects it could have, so planning for something like this is really important.” Miley Hall is one of several cavernous training facilities located on the Ordnance Campus. More than 3,000 students train in the buildings located north of Fort Lee’s main post on any given day.
(CLOCKWISE FROM ABOVE) Officer Kevin Gareau peers down a corridor of Miley Hall during an active shooter training exercise Jan. 15. The exercise served to ready 59th Ordnance Brigade personnel for an active shooter event. • Spc. Billy Dowdy scans a hallway from behind a shield. • Quick reaction force members make their way down a corridor. • Weapons drawn, policemen cover all avenues of approach in search of the shooter. Photos by T. Anthony Bell
An active shooter event involves an individual engaged in killing or attempting to kill people in a confined and populated area, according to the Department of Homeland Security. One hundred and sixty active shooter incidents occurred in the United States between 2000-
2013, resulting in 486 deaths and 577 people wounded, according to the FBI. In 2012-13 alone, 134 people were killed. The probability is still remote based on the numbers, said Carter, “but it could happen,” he said. “We’ve just got be prepared.”
To train for such an event, a common scenario was employed, not related to any one particular incident, said Gotthardt, but based on “realworld events that have occurred across the country.”
During the actual exercise, the building’s occupants were instructed to “shelter in place after the initial shots were heard,” meaning they were to hide out and barricade themselves inside the safest areas of their workplaces, said Gotthardt. SEE TRAINING, PAGE 6
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Lawrence Sprader, Richard Badzinski, Walter Stith, and Bradley Sayles are the returning Fort Lee Tax Assistance Center civilian volunteers who will provide their expert number-crunching services to community members who need help with their 2015 federal and state returns. The Tax Center will officially open on Feb. 2. It is located in building 6052 on Mekong Road.
Kenner Army Health Clinic asks beneficiaries who use its facilities to help reduce patient “no-shows.” Patients who do not keep or cancel their scheduled appointments are termed as a “no-show.” In fiscal 2014 at KAHC, there were 10,174 no-show appointments, resulting in a loss of $814,750 in revenue. The immediate and long-term effects of chronic no-shows include the loss of critical medical staff, curtailed services, loss of productivity, as well as patients who need appointments not being able to receive them. To cancel an appointment, call 1-866-LEE-KAHC (866-533-5242) and press option No. 2 – no later than two hours prior to the appointment time.
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The Fort Lee Tax Assistance Center will begin its 28th year of service with a renewed customer focus. That is the word from 1st Lt. Stephen Dimpsey, the TAC’s new officer in charge, who said he is enthused about continuing the facility’s tradition of service when it opens Feb. 2. “I’m definitely looking forward to it being a great year,” he said of the 2015 tax season. “We have great crews on both sides of the house – military and civilian volunteers – and we can’t wait to get started.” The Fort Lee TAC is a free tax preparation service offered to active duty military and their family members as well as military retirees and their families. It is operated by the installation Staff Judge Advocate and staffed with designated military personnel and civilian volunteers who undergo training through the IRS. Dimpsey, in his role as
OIC, is responsible for the day-to-day operation of the service. Reduced wait times and a more courteous service are among his goals for the new tax year. “We’ve made some changes in the past year,” he said without providing details. “We’ve made it more efficient, which should increase customer satisfaction. We want everyone to have the best possible experience.” Customers should call the TAC facility at (804) 734-5732 for appointments and general information, said Dimpsey. Appointment times are from 8 a.m. - 6 p.m., Monday-Friday. Walkins begin at 8 a.m. The last clients will be seen at 5 p.m. The facility is located in building 6052 at 1151 Mekong Road. “The clerks will determine whether or not you need to walk-in or make an appointment,” he said. Generally, walk-ins are reserved for EZ filers. As in years past, customers are encouraged to bring with them all required docu-
ments to file their federal and state taxes, said Dimpsey. These include but are not limited to military identifications cards, Social Security cards, wage and earnings statements and powers of attorney. Customers should also bring required mortgage documents, bank account and routing numbers (both are located on a blank check) and daycare payment amounts along with provider ID numbers, and for those enrolled in the new Affordable Health Care program – forms 1095A, B or C – which will be available during the last week of January, said Dimpsey. Last year, the TAC filed 3,740 federal and 2,870 state returns that saved community members $1.1 million in tax preparation fees and costs and netted them $10.1 million in refunds. The 2015 tax filing season began on Jan. 20 and concludes April 15. The TAC will close its doors May 8, but the service will continue on a limited basis.
The first Threat Awareness and Reporting Program briefings for 2015 are set for Feb. 4, 9 a.m. and 1 p.m., at the Lee Theater. This training is a mandatory annual requirement for all DOD employees and contractors with a security clearance. Additional briefings will be scheduled quarterly – May 6, Aug. 5 and Nov. 4. For details, call (804) 734-1569.
Go Red for Women Fort Lee community members are encouraged to wear red in support of a national women’s heart health observance on Feb. 6. An awareness and education exhibit also will be on display Feb. 2-6, 10 a.m. - noon., at Kenner Army Health Clinic in the pharmacy lobby. The Go Red for Women program, sponsored by the American Heart Association, promotes healthy choices and education to live stronger, longer lives. Heart disease is the number-one killer of women, surpassing all forms of cancer, according to the association.
Fort Lee Housing Availability Fort Lee Family Housing has homes available for immediate occupancy. These include two, three and four-bedroom units that are open to active duty military families from all branches of service. All homes are equipped with energy efficient appliances, ceiling fans, central heat and air, garages, patios and 24-hour emergency maintenance. Lawn care and trash service is included in the rent. There are playgrounds, picnic areas and bike paths for residents to enjoy. To apply, stop by the Welcome Center at 1510 Sisisky Blvd. or visit www. fortleefamilyhousing.com. For details, call (804) 733-1558.
Tickets on Sale for USO Gala Tickets are on sale for the 2015 USO Gala set for March 21, 5 p.m., at the Hampton Roads Convention Center. The event includes dinner, a live auction, entertainment and a tribute to Vietnam veterans, particularly those who continue to serve by volunteering at local USO centers. Tickets range from $75-$125. For details and tickets, visit www.usohrcv.com.
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Traylor accepts commandant position at noncommissioned officer academy Patrick Buffett Managing Editor
The fourth commandant of the Logistics Noncommissioned Officer Academy reported for duty at a Jan. 15 change of responsibility ceremony here in MacLaughlin Fitness Center. Several hundred NCOs and a wide assortment of family members and senior post leaders – including Maj. Gen. Stephen R. Lyons, CASCOM and Fort Lee commanding general – observed as Command Sgt. Maj. Terry E. Parham Sr., CASCOM CSM, passed the LNCOA colors from outgoing commandant, CSM Clifton H. Johnson, to the academy’s new enlisted leader, CSM Anthony A. Traylor. Johnson is set to retire in May with 32 years of military service. Traylor comes to Fort Lee from his previous assignment as
the 43rd Sustainment Brigade CSM at Fort Carson, Colo. In his new position as the LNCOA commandant, Traylor also will serve as the senior enlisted leader for the Army Logistics University. During remarks that followed the flagpassing, Parham thanked Johnson for his many contributions to ALU and the academy. “You know, when we talk about developing leaders – and that’s exactly what this is about – CSM Johnson has been super successful during his time here as commandant and ALU’s top enlisted Soldier,” the CASCOM CSM said. “He excelled in training and mentoring the future leaders of this great Army.” More than 23,000 students graduated from ALU and the academy while Johnson SEE NCOA, PAGE 7
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Command Sgt. Maj. Terry E. Parham Sr., CASCOM CSM, presents the Logistics Noncommissioned Officer Academy colors to CSM Anthony A. Traylor during a Jan. 15 change of responsibility ceremony at MacLaughlin Fitness Center. Traylor, the new Army Logistics University CSM, replaced CSM Clifton H. Johnson who has held the position since August 2012.
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Active shooter exercise helps refine responses Continued from page 3 Meanwhile, members of the Fort Lee Police Department’s quick response team showed up at the scene in minutes and proceeded to enter and clear the facility, subdue the shooter and look for any accomplices. “Once that was done, EMS came in and identified casualties and set up triage areas within the building,” said Gotthardt. The exercise concluded with the evacuation of casualties. Members of the 23rd Quartermaster Brigade were on hand to provide external obser-
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their comments into an after action review, and based on what we see, we’ll be able to make necessary corrections,” said Gotthardt. “I would look forward to having
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commandant, says farewell to Johnson Continued from page 5 held the enlisted helm. That “sphere of influence,” Parham noted, includes NCOs up to the rank of master sergeant and commissioned officers from second lieutenant to “full-bird” colonel. “He provided oversight of more than 160 cadre members,” Parham continued, “and he championed important initiatives like increased levels of support for BWC (the annual Army Best Warrior Competition), the Paint the Town Pink breast cancer awareness run, increased participation in ethnic observances, and partnerships with local colleges and universities that resulted in a pilot instructor badge program.” Parham also pointed out Johnson’s unwavering dedication to the Army. Even though he has deployed to five different combat operations and wears the Purple Heart, he refused to “rest on those laurels,” the CASCOM CSM said. “This Soldier continues to serve … that’s what it’s about. He’s serving until the last day when the Army finally says it’s time to go home.” After offering his thanks to Johnson “on behalf of a grateful nation,” Parham acknowledged the incoming CSM. “Today, we welcome another leader to our formation. Command Sergeant Major Traylor … brings a wealth of knowledge and experience. He comes from a maintenance background and has been on active duty since 1986. Once again, we have a Soldier with over 26 years of service coming here to give back to the profession … We welcome you and your family. We’re looking forward to your leadership and forward-
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You are inheriting the greatest logistical assignment in the U.S. Army in my eyes. Command Sgt. Maj. Johnson signing off the net.” Concluding the ceremony, Traylor’s remarks were brief and appreciative. “What a great day to be a Soldier, and what a great honor to be the fourth commandant of the Army Logistics University,
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63& -())5(< &5,6:(// Unit: Headquarters and Headquarters Company, 59th Ordnance Brigade MOS: 68W – health care specialist Age: 30 Time in Service: two years Hometown: Lynchburg Family: “I have an older sister and a younger sister.” Pastime: “Running the open roads and the (Petersburg National) Battlefield and reading books by Dave Eggers.” Describe yourself: “I am the type of person who seeks more knowledge. I am very passionate about history and understanding where everything comes from. I also am a strong believer that the (Chicago) Bulls will win the NBA championship.” The one place you would go on vacation: “Now that the restrictions are lifted, Cuba for
Cuban cigars.” Your ideal life: “I want to be the ideal husband for the ideal wife and enjoy our time together.” Dream car: “My dream car is anything that is durable and gets great gas mileage.” Greatest hope: “The Redskins will win the Super Bowl, and the Cubs will win the World Series.” Talent: “I can solve a Rubik’s Cube in less than 90 seconds.” Strengths: “I feel I am great at getting along with anyone. I enjoy meeting strangers and just striking up a conversation.” Weakness: “Sometimes I can be so lazy. I love taking naps.” The one person you admire: “Andrew W.K. (Andrew Fetterly Wilkes-Krier, musician, songwriter and motivational speaker) – I like the sensation I feel whenever I listen to his music
and the message that the artist conveys.” Why you joined the Army: “Three generations of my family have served in the military. I want to keep my family’s tradition while honoring my country.” What makes your MOS interesting? “Learning from those with different MOSs
whenever providing medical support for them.” If I were the Chief of Staff of the Army ... : “I would allow individuals to roll their sleeves up.” What it means to be a Soldier: “I think it is a huge honor to be able to serve my country. When I am older, I will be able to reflect on all my accomplishment and what I have done while serving the Army.” Best thing about the Army: “Having the opportunity to visit Korea and experiencing a different culture.” Worst thing about the Army:” Going to PT in the morning, especially APFT mornings.” Goals: “My short term goal is to become an NCO; my long term goal is to finish my master’s in history.” – Compiled by Staff Sgt. Robert M. Loo 59th Ord. Bde.
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(TOP) Muffy Patterson, center, receives a Volunteer of the Quarter certificate from Col. Paul K. Brooks and Melissa Magowan, the Fort Lee garrison command team, Jan. 15 in the garrison conference room. Patterson was nominated by the Fort Lee Area Spouses’ Club. He volunteer efforts include serving as publicity and website chair of the club and heading a committee to raise funds for its Community Service Scholarship. She also is president of the Catholic Women of the Chapel and acting Family Readiness Group leader for the 59th Ordnance Brigade (BOTTOM) Thomas Emnett, center, receives a Volunteer of the Quarter certificate from Brooks and Magowan. His nomination came from the United Service Organization of Hampton Roads and Central Virginia for the volunteer work he continues to perform throughout the year assisting Soldiers at the organization’s center. Rachel Hodges (not pictured) also was named as a Volunteer of the Quarter and was nominated by the Fort Lee Stray Animal Facility. Among her many volunteer activities, she assists with feeding and cleaning the facility on weekends and serves as the contact person for missing and found animal alerts online.
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Lee response OK, but not perfect following winter weather incident Patrick Buffett Managing Editor
“Think of it as a training event where we’re supposed to use the lessons learned to do the mission better next time.” That’s the advice of CASCOM Safety Director Timothy French in connection with the first winter “storm” – for lack of a better description – that resulted in icy road conditions and a two-hour reporting delay on the morning of Jan. 15. “It wasn’t a major weather event by any means,” French said, “but it was a good practice run for our organizational and individual emergency weather response plans. Let’s look at how we did … how we responded … and consider taking steps to further promote safety and prevent injury and accidents next time.” One area where Team Lee could always do better, French noted, is the removal of ice and snow from walkways near the entrances of homes or administrative buildings. Many on post tend to assume that DPW or housing contractors are responsible for these areas, but that is a misconception. “Basically, building occupants are responsible for snow or debris removal in the immediate vicinity of their facility,” said DPW Director Greg Williams in a February 2014 article printed in the Traveller. “All of that is coordinated by building or facility managers. The U-Do-It Center in building 6208 on the corner of Quartermaster Road and 18th Street has sand, salt and snow shovels available for signout to building managers with a signature card on file. A limited number of snow blowers also are available, however, training is required prior to the issue of that equipment and it must be returned within 24 hours.”
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An Army Civilian scrapes ice off the steps of a military building after a 2014 ice storm in the D.C., area. CASCOM Safety Director Timothy French reminds Fort Lee members that building occupants are responsible for ice and snow removal near their facility after ice or snow storms.
Having materials on hand when they’re needed should be another lesson learned, French said. During last week’s icy conditions, a lot of individuals were caught by surprise because they had not planned for the possibility of adverse winter weather or had not located the supplies that were stashed away over the summer. Other proactive tips in this area include the following: • Ensure key and essential personnel have been appointed/notified in writing (with a copy furnished to the Civilian
Personnel Assistance Center). • Ensure sufficient quantities of shovels, salt and sand are available and can be easily found by those performing snow or ice removal. • Contact the U-Do-It Supply Facility as early as possible if a snow blower is needed. The point of contact is Susan Keim at (804) 734-4329. Note that priority is given to advanced individual training barracks, military schools on base, the dining facilities and key administrative buildings. • Develop a building-specif-
ic snow removal plan. As a priority, ensure common use areas to all assigned facilities (walkways and entrances) are cleared within 24 hours after conclusion of snowfall. • Building managers overseeing a snow removal plan should be on site or have a designated representative available as soon as safely possible during an emergency weather event to ensure areas are being adequately cleared. • When the weather emergency is over, notify the DPW Service Order Desk (804) 451-
1914 if there is any damage to the building (interior and exterior) or grounds. • Restock the building salt and sand supplies. • Return equipment if required. French also recommends other individual safety measures like fully clearing vehicle windows before heading out on the road. In addition to improving visibility, it reduces the risk of snow and ice chunks hitting other motorists or pedestrians, which could result in accident or injury and is considered a traffic hazard moving violation in many states (in addition to opening the possibility of a civil lawsuit). Updating contact information is another weather-emergency must that many learn too late. The importance goes well beyond notification of post closures and reporting delays, although most employees don’t mind getting that information as soon as possible. Other considerations include having family contact information if an individual is involved in a serious accident or keeping a list of important phone numbers available at home so family members know who to call if they’re worried or in trouble. “I think the key, really, is to actively talk about these and other safety measures, particularly when we know there’s a good possibility of more harsh winter weather coming our way over the next several weeks if the usual Virginia winter weather pattern follows previous years. That’s the point here. We have a chance to learn and discuss instead of being caught by surprise when the next storm happens … and it will, you can bet on that.” For more information on winter preparedness, including weather terms and storm kit checklists, visit www.nws.noaa. gov/om/winter/index.shtml. Post employees can contact their agency director to get additional information about enrollment for the ATHOC-Fort Lee Alert system.
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Maj. Gen. James E. Edmonds, the first Camp Lee commander at the reactivated installation, poses in full dress astride his favorite and famed mount El Duro at Camp Lee circa 1941. He served as commander from Jan. 20, 1941 to Dec. 15, 1941.
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The January Historic Photo of the Month looks back to 1941 and the first Camp Lee commander at the reactivated installation – Maj. Gen. James E. Edmonds. A National Guard officer and World War I veteran, Edmonds was recalled to active service during the emergency WWII build-up and served as commander from Jan. 20, 1941, until his retirement at age 64 on Dec. 15, 1941. A well-known newspaper editor and writer as a civilian, he enlisted in the National Guard as a private.
“His administration at Camp Lee was particularly notable for outstanding Special Service, Public Relations and Orientation Sections he established; and for the splendid post recreational facilities he provided,� read an article in the 25th anniversary edition of the Fort Lee Traveller on June 30, 1966. “Camp Lee expanded under his command to become the largest Quartermaster installation in the world. More than a half-million troops passed through Lee while it was under his command,� the article read. “When Gen. Edmonds assumed command of
Camp Lee, this post was a wilderness. It is now one of the best managed camps in the whole country,� said Maj. Gen. Edmund B. Gregory, the Quartermaster General, at a retirement event for Edmonds. “Edmonds often rode his horse El Duro through Camp Lee, talking and inspecting his troops and checking out construction activities,� said Luther D. Hanson, curator, at the U.S. Army Quartermaster Museum. The Traveller welcomes comments from readers about this series. Comments can be posted on www.facebook.com/ftleetraveller.
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Pvt. Arica Cole, Whiskey Company, 266th Quartermaster Battalion, 23rd QM Brigade, prepares cupcakes as part of the small garrison portion of her 92G Food Service Specialist training Jan. 14. During the small garrison part of the class, students prepare an entire meal similar to a typical day at a dining facility.
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Sgt. 1st Class Thomeka Clark, a munitions and explosive ordnance disposal instructor, teaches a class about the Materiel Management Center during Ordnance School training Jan. 8.
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(CLOCKWISE FROM ABOVE) Sgt. Maj. Rahsan J. Mitchell from the 59th Ordnance Brigade gives a dramatic recitation of King’s “I’ve Been to the Mountaintop” speech, which King delivered April 3, 1968, the day before he was assassinated. • The T-Harmony Choir sings “Hero.” • Dion D. Diamond, a native of Petersburg, spoke of his experiences as a civil rights activist in the 1960s. At age 19 he rode a Greyhound bus from Montgomery, Ala. to Jackson, Miss. as part of a Freedom Ride. Diamond also helped to found the Nonviolent Action Group. • Angela K. Blevins performs an interpretive dance to the song “A Change is Gonna Come.”
Community remembers Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Trish Muntean Community and Family Life Reporter
A few hundred members of the Fort Lee military community gathered at the Lee Theater Jan. 15 to celebrate the life and accomplishments of civil rights leader Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Hosted by the 23rd Quartermaster Brigade and the Equal Opportunity Office, the theme of the observance was “Remember! Celebrate! Act! A Day On, Not A Day Off!” In her opening remarks, Col. Mary Beth Taylor, 23rd Quartermaster Brigade commander, said “Dr. King blazed trails for us all, regardless of race, color, creed or gender. His fearless movement gave hope to his fol-
lowers and inspired future generations. His hard work paved the way for the dreams of the future and he refused to accept despair. “He has touched the future, (and) he has touched us,” she continued. “We may not all be here today if not for the aggressive, fearless lead of Dr. King… I ask you to reflect on his accomplishments and his bravery and then consider what bold, brave and fearless move you can make to improve our society, our community, our military, our Army and your family.” The guest speaker for the event was Dion D. Diamond, a native of Petersburg who at age 19 rode a Greyhound bus from Montgomery, Ala., to Jackson, Miss., as part of a
Freedom Ride. He was arrested the next day. He spoke about the trip and his many other experiences as a civil rights activist. Of Dr. King, he said, “Dr. King was a true hero. (He) preached a message of peace; he preached a message of togetherness. As I look across this auditorium, I can suggest to you that you are the product of what he preached. I don’t know that if too many persons of color would have obtained the rank that many of you guys and ladies have obtained (if it had not been for Dr. King.)” Diamond asked the audience to “please treat your fellow man as if he were your brother or your sister. And please, embrace one another and try to make a good life.”
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(ABOVE) Pvt. Reginald Brown, Papa Company, 244th Quartermaster Battalion, 23rd QM Brigade, shoots a free-throw during a basketball game versus Bravo Company. Soldiers and cadre from Bravo and Papa companies participated in a Best 92Y Competition Jan. 16. Soldiers put their skills to the test on basketball, soccer, relay races and dodge ball. Papa Co. won the overall competition. (RIGHT) Lt. Col. Karen Wrancher, chief of the Office of the Quartermaster General, pins the Quartermaster Crest on 2nd Lt. Matela Ramirez, 71st Transportation Battalion, during a Regimental Induction Ceremony Jan. 15 in an off-post venue. During the event, 48 Soldiers and one international student received their QM Crests for completion of their Basic Officer Leaders’ Course studies.
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Sustainers march on despite drawdown Sgt. 1st Class Chris Bridson 4RSSB Public Affairs, 13th ESC
BAGRAM AIR FIELD, Afghanistan – For the past 13 years, U.S. and coalition forces have been moving military equipment and supplies in and out of Afghanistan to sustain combat operations across the country. As the drawdown continues in this South Asian nation, the 4th Resolute Support Sustainment Brigade finds itself as the only sustainment brigade left in country and has been tasked with the responsibility of ensuring that all equipment – ranging from vehicles to food and water to ammunition – finds its way safely out of Afghanistan. Recently at Bagram Air Field, Soldiers from the 4RSSB joined forces with a convoy escort team from the 950th Engineer Clearance Company, Wisconsin National Guard and civilian explosive ordnance disposal and ammunition technicians from the Joint Munitions DestructAfghanistan Team to safely dispose of approximately 6,000 pounds of outdated explosives. “We are here to demilitarize approximately 6,000 pounds of code H (out of date or unserviceable) ammunition,” said Staff Sgt. Richard Perec from the New York National Guard. “It’s safer to blow the ammunition up than to let it fall into the hands of the enemy, or try to ship it home and risk it detonating in transit,” he added. In order to carry out the demilitarization mission, Perec, who is attached to the 4RSSB. had to train Soldiers from Headquarters and Headquarters Company, 4th Special Troops Battalion on how to drive and operate the various
(ABOVE) Staff Sgt. Richard Perec, a motor transport operator attached to the 4th Resolute Support Sustainment Brigade, monitors the download of munitions during a recent demilitarization operation at an undisclosed location near Bagram Air Field, Afghanistan, Jan. 10. (RIGHT) Explosive ordnance and ammunition technicians prepare nearly 6,000 pounds of small arms, artillery rounds, mortars and 2.75 inch rockets for demolition at an undisclosed location near Bagram. Photos by Sgt. 1st Class Chris Bridson
military vehicles in order to safely transport explosive ordnance from the ammunition supply point on BAF to the detonation site located outside of the base’s perimeter. “They have me training the guys on the various vehicles because I’m an 88M (motor transport operator) and I’m probably the most qualified person for the job,” said Perec.
“I’ve trained 10-12 Soldiers on the M1088 w/M871 trailer and the M1075 Palletized Load System, in order to safely transport all munitions,” he said. The Wrangler Soldiers picked up their preloaded vehicles from the ASP in the early hours and drove to the entry control point where they waited for the 950th ECC and the EOD techs before
heading out to the detonation site. Once at the site, perimeter security was quickly set up and the Wrangler Soldiers helped the JMD-A techs unload the munitions set for demolition. Ken Barnett, a disposal safety specialist with JMD-A, was responsible for overseeing the demolishing operations to ensure
everything went smoothly, all safety guidelines were followed, and no U.S. military, civilian contractor, or local national personnel were injured in the process. “In order to destroy these excess or unsafe munitions, our guys spend about eight-to-10 days building these boxes and then schedule with the security teams to come out here and safely destruct them,” said Barnett. “We have everything here from .50-cal small arms that can’t be burned in an incinerator to artillery rounds, mortars and even rockets,” he added. Barnett said one of the main reasons his team conducts DEMIL operations is to ensure munitions like these don’t fall into enemy hands, which stops them from potentially being used against coalition forces in the future. “We usually come out about every two weeks to blow munitions like these,” said Barnett. “That gives us enough time to build these boxes and then arrange for the security teams and transportation.” As the ordnance was set in place and prepared for demolition, the 950th ECC continued to provide perimeter security to not only keep the Soldiers and EOD techs safe, but also to also ensure the safety of the ever growing group of spectators that had gathered from the local village, ready to come in and police up all the scrap metal. “The villagers here come out and collect the scrap metal of the shots that, in turn, serves as their income,” said Barnett. “They collect the scrap and use it for things like engine parts because it is still good quality metal and can be melted down.” As the U.S. footprint in Afghanistan continues to shrink and the current bases are prepared to potentially be handed over to the Afghan Army, safely downsizing and retrograding equipment, Soldiers and munitions out of the country will continue to be a key element of Operation Resolute Support.
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Hagel initiatives enable veteran, military support organizations WASHINGTON – Defense Secretary Chuck Hagel has set policy emphasizing the importance of relationships with veteran and military service organizations, as well as military support nonprofits, through initiatives to give the groups access to service members and their families. The defense secretary signed two policy memorandums in December directing Defense Department leaders to implement standardized procedures to allow veteran, military and military-support nonprofit organizations better access to provide support to troops and military families. “National VSOs and MSOs,” Hagel said in one memo, “are a critical component of our overall framework of care for our service members throughout all phases of their military service, but especially their transition to civilian life and veteran status.”
Nonprofit non-federal entities, he said, can be of critical importance to service members throughout their careers, and within the bounds of law and regulation, it’s in the department’s interest to maintain strong and positive relationships with them. “These memos serve to re-emphasize those privileges granted under the law or flexibilities authorized under current DOD policy,” Hagel said. These initiatives direct immediate implementation of additional measures to facilitate consistent delivery across DOD, he said. The directives, Hagel said, also provide clarity to installation commanders on adjudicating requests for space or services. Learn more about the initiatives at http://1.usa.gov/1ANphgb. – DOD News, Defense Media Activity
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energy drink has about 250 calories. Energy drinks have as much sugar as soft drinks. They contain caffeine to raise your blood pressure, and additives whose longterm health effects are unknown. For these reasons, it’s best to skip energy drinks. Over time, the extra calories add to weight gain and increased risk of Type 2 diabetes, heart disease and gout. For some people who are accustomed to drinking flavored beverages, water can initially taste bland. One recommendation is to increase water consumption without losing flavor or increase daily water intake by trying infused water. Instead of purchasing expensive flavored waters in the grocery store, infused water can be made at home by adding sliced
citrus fruits or zest (lemon, lime, orange, grapefruit), or crushed fresh mint. One also could add sliced fresh ginger, sliced cucumber or maybe crushed berries for some other ideas. Sparkling water with a splash of juice is another idea to increase fluids. Other drinks to try in the winter are sugar-free apple cider or sugar-free hot chocolate. Coffee and tea, without added sweeteners, are healthy choices, too. Try carrying a water bottle throughout the day to sip at work or at home. Also try eating foods high in water content such as oranges and grapefruit. Winter is a great time to focus on health. Remember, it also is a time to drink more fluids to stay hydrated and achieve your performance goals.
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KENNER CONNECTION | WOMEN’S HEALTH
Know when to get Pap smear testing Kim Parks, NP KAHC Family Medicine Clinic
online For more information about Kenner Army Health Clinic, visit the facility’s website by using a smartphone QR app and scanning the QR code. You can also find them at http:// kenner.narmc.amedd. army.mil.
January is Cervical Cancer Awareness Month and the staff of Kenner Army Health Clinic wants to raise awareness of the changes to recommended cervical cancer screening. The human papillomavirus is known to contribute to development of cervical cancer in some women. A vaccine is available against HPV, so cervical cancer has become the most preventable female cancer in the United States. Cervical cancer screening is performed using the Papanicolau (Pap) smear test, which checks for abnormal cells in the cervix. The cervix is the lower part of the uterus (womb) that opens into the vagina (birth canal). The test can identify an HPV infection, abnormal (unhealthy) cervical cells or
cervical cancer. Getting regular Pap tests is one of the best things a woman can do to prevent cervical cancer. In fact, regular testing has led to a major decline in the number of cervical cancer cases and deaths. “Regular Pap testing” no longer means annual; age and prior history determines frequency. An annual “Well Woman” visit is still recommended. There have been some recent changes in women’s health care, including updated guidelines for Pap smear testing from the American Society for Colposcopy and Cervical Pathology, the American Congress of Obstetricians and Gynecologists, and several other scientific medical organizations. For years, women have been told to start Pap smear testing within three years of becoming sexually active
or by 18 years old. After years of research, ASCCP and ACOG have determined it’s best for women to start testing at age 21, no matter when sexual activity started. The change in the recommended age to begin routine screening is due to the fact it can take several years for the changes in the cervical cells to develop after infection with the human papillomavirus, and oftentimes the immune system of very young women can clear the body of HPV. Women, ages 21-29, should be tested every three years instead of annually. For women under 27, Chlamydia and Gonorrhea testing should be provided annually as part of the annual Well Woman visit. A second big change is for women age 30 and older. Testing should occur every three years, but these women should also have Pap with HPV co-testing. There is ongoing research to determine if the HPV test alone will be used instead of Pap with HPV co-testing. Women with certain risk
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FALLS CHURCH – It’s time for Soldiers to step up their Performance Triad goals ... literally. During FY14, the Performance Triad pilot program was conducted in three separate active-duty battalions. The data from test run provided a picture of the sleep, activity and nutrition behaviors of Soldiers in the pilot at baseline and throughout the six-month program.
Data collected from the study indicated, however, some goals needed to be changed for active duty Soldiers. For example, when surveyed before the pilot program began, 64 percent of the respondents reported they were already meeting the activity goals, even before any training or education on the Performance Triad had begun. At the same time, however, only 5 percent of them were meeting the sleep or nutrition goals. In other words, the sleep and nutrition goals provided Soldiers
targets to shoot for, but the activity goals were already being largely met by the pilot participants. In fact, a curious thing happened on the way to the end of the six-month evaluation period; activity levels went backward from exceeding the goals toward only meeting the goals. Soldiers may have unconsciously been reducing their activity to meet the goals they were told to achieve. The decision was made to update the activity goals for active-duty Soldiers. The up-
factors may need more frequent testing; the results of Pap and HPV screenings are used to determine the need for additional evaluation. Women who have had a hysterectomy (removal of the uterus) should discuss their need for Pap smear testing with their health care provider. As a general rule, Pap testing can stop at age 65 for most women, but consult your health care provider if unsure. The Family Medicine team recommends an annual “Well Woman” visit for all women to address gynecological needs or concerns. During that visit, it may be determined that a Pap smear is necessary. Vaccination against HPV requires a three-shot series given over six months. The HPV vaccine protects against the types of HPV that cause the majority of cervical cancer and genital warts. It is recommended that all females and males between the ages of nine and 26 years old be vaccinated, as HPV is sexually transmitted. Vaccination of both males and females
dated goals are performanceoriented recommendations from professional organizations, including the American College of Sports Medicine, or ACSM, the National Strength and Conditioning Association, and the Army’s physical training policy. Soldiers should incorporate the following new “plus goals” in the Performance Triad to their routine fitness activities. • To the requirement for 10,000 steps, 5,000 steps have been added – new total is 15,000 steps • To the 2-3 days per week goal of resistance training, Soldiers should add one or more day per week of agility training • To the goal of 150 minutes per week of moderate or greater
helps to protect the entire population against HPV. KAHC offers Pap and HPV co-testing, HPV vaccination (also in the Pediatric Clinic), management of abnormal Pap smears, breast exams, mammography, pre-pregnancy health counseling, menopause management, STD testing/treatment, as well as acute and some chronic gynecologic care for teenage to post-menopausal women. The clinic also offers a wide variety of contraception choices: including long-term options such as the 3-, 5- and 10-year IUDs and sub-dermal (under the skin of upper arm) hormone implants. Oral pills, patch, vaginal ring, injection (shot) and non-hormonal or “natural” options are available as well. Emergency birth control (Plan B®) is available through the Kenner pharmacy without a prescription to women 17 and older. To schedule a Women’s Health visit, call (866) 645-4584 or use TRICARE Online.
aerobic exercise, Soldiers should add a “plus goal” of 75 minutes of vigorous exercise. First, the “plus goal” of 5,000 steps was added after the average number of steps started to decline. Pilot data showed that Soldiers were achieving, on average, 11,000 steps per day and 296 “active minutes” per day at the start of the study. However, during the pilot, the number of steps decreased to an average of 9,600 and the number of active minutes decreased to 254. The original 10,000-step goal was based on walking 10 minutes every waking hour, a number that is easily met by activeduty troops. Soldiers routinely SEE TRIAD, PAGE 18
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change for Soldiers during 2015 Continued from page 17 should be able to add an additional 10,000 steps during the day to encourage routine activity and discourage sedentary behavior. The goal of 15,000 steps is more in line with the activity levels of an activeduty Soldier. Second, in addition to the twothree days per week of resistance training, Soldiers should add a “plus goal” of agility training one day per week or more. Both the ACSM and the National Strength and Conditioning Association recommend activities that include jumping, landing, explosive movements, sprinting, and obstacle/agility courses. This training is shown to help reduce sports injuries, develop load carrying ability and increase athletic performance. The updated Performance Triad goal for agility training supports this performance requirement. Third, in addition to the 150 minutes of moderate or greater aerobic
exercise, Soldiers should add a “plus goal” of 75 minutes of vigorous exercise per week. Aerobic activity is classified as “moderate” or “vigorous” based on established objective standards by groups such as ACSM and the World Health Organization. These organizations use a 2:1 ratio for comparing moderate to vigorous activity, so one minute of vigorous activity is equivalent to 2 minutes of moderate activity. Adding this additional goal allows the groups to provide a recommendation of 300 equivalent minutes of moderate aerobic exercise. From the performance standpoint, vigorous exercise adds improved gains to the individual’s fitness level. It’s all about reaching and maintaining peak performance. The “plus goals” of the Performance Triad will allow individuals to step up their active role in improving overall health and performance and help Army Medicine become a System for Health.
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Field Sanitation Team Training | Jan. 26-30
The “I Hate Winter” Indoor Beach Party, sponsored by Family and MWR, is set for Jan. 24, 8 p.m. - 2 a.m., at the HideAway, building 15013, 5th Street. At the free event, participants are encouraged to wear their summer beach outfits. For details, call (804) 765-1539.
The KAHC Environmental Health staff is offering five 8-hour field sanitation team training sessions from Jan. 26-30, 8 a.m. 4:30 p.m., at the Army Logistics University, building 12420, in the multipurpose room. The class has been redesigned by incorporating hands-on training to include water trailer inspections, water quality testing – chlorine residual and pH procedures – field food-service sanitation inspection criteria and more. There are 50 slots available on a first-come, first-serve basis. For registration and details, call (804) 734-9064 or 734-9325.
Kenner New Parent Briefings | 1st Thursday A free class for expecting and new parents will be held the first Thursday of each month at Kenner Army Health Clinic. The facilitators will discuss the entire process of pregnancy through infancy including TRICARE coverage, services available to new parents and more. The next date is Feb. 5, and it will be held in the Kenner confer-
Saturday Nights in the Jazz Lounge | Jan. 24 Old-school rhythm and blues, jazz and soul in the Jazz Lounge is featured on
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Saturday nights at the Regimental Club, 9 p.m. - 2 a.m. A $5 cover charge will be waived through the end of March. For details, call (804) 765-1539.
Big Game Party | Feb. 1 A Super Bowl Party will be held Feb. 1, 5:30 p.m., at the HideAway. Participants can watch the football game on five big-screen televisions while enjoying free snacks and manager’s drink specials. There is no cover charge. For details, call (804) 765-1539.
555th PIA Meeting | Feb. 4 The Jessie J. Mayes Tri-Cities Chapter of the 555th Parachute Infantry Association, Inc., will conduct its monthly meeting Feb. 4, 6 p.m., at the Piccadilly Restaurant, South Park Mall, Colonial Heights. Prior airborne experience is not a prerequisite for membership or attending.
For details, call (804) 861-0945.
FLASC Mardi Gras Party | Feb. 6 The Fort Lee Area Spouses’ Club has scheduled a Mardi Gras masquerade party, Feb. 6, 6:30 p.m., at the Lee Club. The cost is $25 per person. The event will include dancing, entertainment, auctions and a special buffet. For details, email flascevents@gmail.com.
‘Brighton Beach Memoirs’ | Feb. 6-22 “Brighton Beach Memoirs,” the Tony Award-winning comedy by Neil Simon, opens a three-weekend run Feb. 6 at the Lee Theater, Mahone Ave. The performances are Fridays and Saturdays, Feb. 6, 7, 13, 14, 20 and 21 at 8 p.m., and Sundays, Feb. 8, 15 and 22 at 3 p.m. Tickets are $13 (adults) and $7 (youth). For reservations and details, call (804) 734-6629.
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Club Beyond programs for middle school and high school students are offered each Monday at Memorial Chapel. The middle school group meets from 5:45-7:15 p.m., and the high school program is set for 7-8:30 p.m. Each session features games, food, music and more. Friends can have fun and share their faith. For details, call (804) 731-9851.
FMWR Newcomers Dinner | Feb. 5 Registration is open until noon Jan. 30 for the Family and MWR quarterly Newcomers Dinner set for Feb. 5, 5:307:30 p.m., at the Regimental Club. At the free event, new community members who have arrived in the area over the previous six months or less can become familiar with programs and services. For reservations and details, call (804) 734-7821.
‘Into The Woods Jr.’ Auditions | Feb. 7 Auditions for the children’s theater production – “Into The Woods Jr. – will be held Feb. 7, 10 a.m., at the Lee Theater, building 4300, Mahone Avenue. Director Caroline Mincks seeks 16 male and female actors, ages 8 and up, for a variety of roles. Those auditioning must be prepared to read from the script and sing a prepared song. No performers are paid. Rehearsals begin immediately after casting for a two-weekend production run beginning March 20. For details, call (804) 734-6629.
Military Maker Festival | Feb. 7
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The 80th Training Command and the Virginia National Guard Youth Program will hold a free Military Maker Festival, Feb. 7, 10 a.m. - 2 p.m., at the Frank Lotts Conference Center, 8000 Jefferson Davis Highway, Richmond. Open to ages 5-15 when accompanied by an ID card holder, participants can draw with a marker robot, race a balloon-powered car, take a computer apart and more. For details, email nancys57@vt.edu.
Chili Open Scramble | Feb. 7 A Chili Open Scramble is set for Feb. 7, 10 a.m., at the Cardinal Golf Club.
The 2-person scramble will have a shotgun start. The cost is $30 for members and $45 for all others. The fee includes golf, a cart, the range, chili, beverages and prizes. The registration fee must be paid by Feb. 5. For details, call (804) 734-2899.
Chapel Dinner and Discipleship | Every Wednesday Night A midweek religious education night is held every Wednesday, 5:30 p.m., at Memorial Chapel, building 10600, 1901 Sisisky Blvd. The program includes a free meal, classes and more. For details, call (804) 734-6483.
Texas Hold’em Tournaments | Tuesdays Texas Hold’em No Limit Tournaments take place each Tuesday at the Sports Zone, building 3650 on C Avenue. The next event is Jan. 27. Registration begins at 5:45 p.m. with a tournament start time of 6 p.m. Cost is $5 each night. Prizes will be given to top placement winners. For details, call (804) 765-3058.
ACS Family Team Building | Ongoing Army Community Service offers ongoing classes in its Army Family Team Building curriculum. All classes are held 9 a.m. - 3 p.m. at ACS, building 9023, Mahone Avenue. Child care is available. The next session is Level L – Leadership on Feb. 3-4. For details, call (804) 734-6388.
Financial Readiness | Ongoing A variety of free financial readiness courses are offered monthly at the ACS building on Mahone Avenue. The next class dates and topics are as follows: Home Buying/Loans, Jan. 23; Financial Planning/Loans, Jan. 28; Debt Liquidation/Loans, Jan. 29; Developing a Spending Plan/Loans, Jan. 29; and Misuse of Checking Privileges/Loans, Jan. 30. The classes meet from 1-3 p.m. For details and registration, call (804) 734-6388.
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Chesterfield Gardening Seminar | Jan. 28
Civil War Map Making | Jan. 24 Petersburg National Battlefield will host two “hands-on” programs about Civil War map making, Jan. 24, 10 a.m. and 2 p.m., at 5001 Siege Road, Petersburg. During the 90-minute programs, participants will learn how maps were made, how they were used in planning battles, how to locate the enemy, where to construct defenses and more. While the programs are free, the fee to enter the park is $5 per vehicle. For reservations and details, call (804) 732-3531, ext. 205.
Trinity Church Paranormal Workshop | Jan. 24 A Paranormal Workshop focusing on mourning traditions at Historic Trinity Church is set for Jan. 24, 7-9 p.m., at 10111 Iron Bridge Road, Chesterfield. The program will be conducted by a historian and founder of Spirited History, a nonprofit citizen’s group dedicated to exploration, preservation and respect of Chesterfield’s historical sites. The cost is $10 per person; ages 8 to adult only. Children must be accompanied by an adult. For registrations and details, visit www. chesterfieldhistory.com.
Petersburg Park Artillery Demonstrations | Jan. 25 Pegram’s Company of Virginia Light Artillery, a Civil War living history unit, will demonstrate the firing of a reproduction 12-pounder Napoleon cannon on the Petersburg National Battlefield, Jan. 25, 1-4:30 p.m., 5001 Siege Road. Between firings, the cannoneers will give visitors a chance to participate in a nonfiring artillery drill. While the program is free, the fee to enter the park is $5 per vehicle.
Chesterfield Cooperative Extension Services will hold a free seminar titled “How to Prune Plants for the Terrified,” Jan. 28, 6 p.m., at the Central Library, 9501 Lori Road. The workshop will focus on when most plants need pruning – late winter or early spring – and how best to do it. For registration and details, (804) 751-4401.
Artifacts Roadshow at VWM | Jan. 31 Military collectable experts will review and offer opinions on personal-related military items at an Artifacts Roadshow Jan. 31, 10 a.m. - 12:30 p.m., at the Virginia War Memorial, 621 South Belvidere St., Richmond. Two experts will offer insights on the origin, history and preservation of military-related items from any era during the free event. No cash appraisals or monetary evaluations can be offered. For details, call (804) 786-2060 or visit www. vawarmemorial.org.
Boy Scout Badge Workshop | Jan. 31
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The Fort Lee Army and Air Force Exchange rewards military students who excel in the classroom with its You Made the Grade program, now in its 15th year. Students in first through 12th grades who maintain a B average or better are eligible to receive a coupon book filled with free offers and discounts. The free offers include a Burrito Supreme or Taco Supreme from Taco Bell; small chicken Philly sandwich at Charleys; Popeye’s Chicken Po’Boy; and a bacon double cheeseburger and small fry from Burger King. Students also can receive coupons for a free fountain drink including the frozen Yeti drink, and a complimen-
The Chesterfield Historical Society of Virginia, in partnership with the Chesterfield County Department of Parks and Recreation, presents a badge workshop for Boy Scouts Jan. 31, 10 a.m. - 1 p.m., at Historic Trinity Church, 10111 Iron Bridge Road. The program – The Boy Scout American Heritage Merit Badge Workshop – fulfills merit badge requirements concerning history and cultural heritage. The cost is $10 and must be paid in advance by visiting www.chesterfieldhistory. com. For details, call (804) 751-4946.
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