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SEE PAGES 10-11 NEW SECRETARY OF DEFENSE TAKES OFFICE Ash Carter, the former deputy secretary of defense, takes the oath of ofďŹ ce Tuesday during a private White House ceremony SEE PAGE 4
EATERIES CLOSE THEIR DOORS Cafeterias at Army Logistics University and Fort Lee Lodge shut down operations SEE PAGE 4
IN YOUR FACE Photo feature highlights school partnership, study buddies, making music and more SEE PAGE 12-13
DAYTIME HOOPS The Installation Sports OfďŹ ce makes accommodations for students who train at night SEE PAGE 14
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Spouse shares experience of stocking up for winter storm Lisa Smith Molinari Guest Columnist
“Do you think you bought enough?� I asked sarcastically, as my husband dropped multiple Stop & Shop bags on the kitchen floor. The latest winter storm was on its way, and Francis was determined to be prepared. I had casually mentioned we might need a
gallon of milk and maybe a loaf of bread. Two hours later, he returned to the house with enough supplies for our entire base neighborhood: bags of food, packages of batteries, five cases of water, two lighters and 27 candles. But of course, like a true Navy man, my husband’s first stop was the base package store where he bought beer, wine, red Solo cups and enough rum, limes and
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in us, and his love is perfected in us.� So, even though they occasionally got on each other’s last nerve because Adam probably forgot to take out the trash and Eve forgot to wash his leaf now and then, their marriage was destined to be perfected in love because God both created it and was invited to be part of it. The morale of this story is don’t stress yourself by trying to achieve a fairytale re-
ginger beer to make “dark and stormy� drinks from now until summer vacation. I wasn’t sure whether he was preparing for the storm or opening a tavern. After unloading the bags, Francis marched out to our garage to retrieve our shovels, road salt and sleds for “when the power goes out and the garage door opener is disabled.� Then, he drove each car to the gas station to fill up for “when the power goes out and the stations are closed.� Then he drove to the ATM machine on base and withdrew half our life savings in cash,
lationship. Your love story was designed by God. He wrote it, and He will perfect it if you invite Him to be at the center of it. The truth is, happily ever after doesn’t always come with ball gowns and white horses. Most of the time it comes with sweatpants, minivans, diapers and even arguments; but that’s OK because if it comes from God and he designed it as a perfect love story.
for “when the power goes out and the banks shut down.� And even though we don’t have a usable fireplace, he brought home seven starter logs for “when the power goes out and we don’t have heat.� “Don’t you think you’re going a bit overboard, Hon? I mean, we don’t even know if we’re going to lose power at all.� His head, topped by a Navy watch cap sprinkled with fresh flurries, snapped toward me. “It’s not a matter of if we lose power, it’s a matter of when we lose power, and I, for one, will be prepared.� He stomped off to crank the thermostat up to an uncom-
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fortable 74 degrees for “when the power goes out.� There was no reasoning with him. Francis was looking forward to playing hero, and he wasn’t going to let common sense get in the way. Still ensconced in his watch cap and an ill-fitting sweater, he removed his wet boots, poured himself a beer, and nestled in to await the impending doom from the comfort of his Barcalounger while binge-watching DVR episodes of “House Hunters.� Secretly, I rolled my eyes at SEE STORM PREP, PAGE 15
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Living “happily ever after� is a dream most of us have had during our younger years or even later in life while actively seeking out that perfect damsel who takes our breath away or the knight in shining armor who will come along one day to sweep a lady off her feet. I always find it interesting when people equate “perfect love� to the type of relationship found in the Cinderella or Prince Charming fairytales. And it might surprise you to learn that my picture of a great relationship is more akin to Adam and Eve in the Garden of Eden. Kind of a bad choice for “perfect love,� you might say. After all, the first couple is best known for the single worst mistake in
history. However, they also were the first, literally, to fall in love and their relationship was part of God’s handiwork. My wife has never worn a glass slipper to a ball, and I have never trotted in on a white horse to save her from the wicked queen. In fact, we bicker from time to time and we rarely go dancing on Friday nights or awake every morning to a romantic breakfast in bed. Rather, she claims I’m a huge nerd because of my love for Star Trek, and I complain she doesn’t spend enough time at home. Then there’s the snoring and arguments over the remote control ‌ you get the picture. Nonetheless, while we acknowledge we are far from perfect, we know that God created our marriage in His perfect way ‌ as only He can do. God tells us in 1 John 4:12, “if we love one another, God dwells
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To mitigate confusion and community frustration, the Directorate of Emergency Services is partnering with the Garrison Public Affairs Office in the launch of an intensified publicity campaign for the new Army-mandated gate access procedures that will go into effect here in April. The revised policy requires senior commanders to “deny uncleared contractors and visitors unescorted access to installations based on the results of (National Crime Information Center, or NCIC-III) background checks that contain credible derogatory information indicating the individual may present a threat to the good order, discipline and/ or health and safety of the Army community.� Those who are considered properly “vetted� – basically anyone with a valid military-issued identification card – will not be impacted by this new procedure. All others 18 years of age and older will be subject to a NCICIII check and, if no derogatory criminal information is found, given an access pass that will be valid for periods ranging from 24 hours to a year based on how often they will require entry onto post. “Examples of derogatory information that would result in denial of access include, but are not limited to, a felony conviction of sexual assault or rape, armed robbery, child molestation, production or possession of child pornography, trafficking in humans, and/or drug possession with intent to sell or distribute,� said Tony DeWitt, DES director. “Registered sex offenders also would be denied access. “Any of these individuals can submit a request packet for a waiver,� DeWitt continued. “It
At a Glance Those considered properly “vettedâ€? – basically anyone with a valid military-issued identiďŹ cation card – will not be impacted by this new procedure. Individuals who are denied entry to post can submit a request packet for a waiver. Processing will take about 10 working days if everything is in order A list of frequently asked questions like, “What happens if I forget my ID?â€? has been created and is now available on the Fort Lee website – www.lee.army.mil
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Fort Lee will implement a new Army-mandated access control policy in April. It primarily requires a background check for anyone who does not have a military-issued identification card or installation access pass, indicating completion of a National Crime Information Center screening.
will require court documents and written descriptions of any rehabilitative steps taken since the conviction as well as an explanation of why access to post should be granted.� A goal of the early publicity push, DeWitt noted, is to encourage individuals who know they have criminal information in their records that might result in denial of access to start gathering the documents they’ll need to file a waiver request. The Provost Marshal Office here does not have access to court paperwork, he emphasized, and it cannot assist individuals with obtaining documents. “People will have to contact the court in which they were convicted,� he said. “The waiver request process will take about 10 working days if everything is in order,� DeWitt said. “There are no shortcuts; we’re doing everything in accordance with the policy guidelines issued by the Army.� Another goal of the public-
ity effort is ensuring community members and visitors are aware of the new procedures at the gates when the revised access control measures are implemented. Anyone without the accepted forms of ID – an access pass issued by Fort Lee with driver’s license or a military-issued identification card – will be denied entry to post. They will need to proceed off-base to the Visitor Control Center, or VCC, at the Lee Gate. If that access point is closed (overnight from 8 p.m. to 6 a.m. or on weekends and holidays), the secondary VCC at Sisisky Gate will be used. The primary VCC will be located in the visitors’ center building adjacent to Lee Gate. The parking lot entrance is on the right before the security checkpoint. Those who know they’re going to require screening are asked to go directly to the VCC rather than having to be redirected by the security personnel manning the access points. This will
help alleviate traffic congestion at the gates, particularly during morning and evening rush hours. “Furthermore, during the initial implementation period, we encourage our regular military ID card holders to use the Sisisky, Mahone or A Avenue access points when coming to work in the morning,� DeWitt said. “That should reduce traffic backups as well while we work our way through the initial phase of this new procedure.� Simple and quick are the two words DES officials used to describe the background check process at the VCC terminals. Visitors who have no derogatory information found during the NCIC-III screening should be walking away with their access pass in about 10 minutes. “We just finalized a frequently asked questions document that was posted to the Fort Lee homepage on Wednesday,� DeWitt noted. “That includes more detailed information about the types (du-
ration) of access passes that will be issued and how they should be used. We encourage community members to read that information, particularly if the new procedures are going to impact them directly.� Which brings him to another goal of the publicity campaign, he said. Sharing the details of the access control measures with coworkers, friends at Fort Lee and military family members who frequent the installation will help ensure the information is disseminated to all levels. “Good communication is the best way to identify potential problems that will result in frustration, or possibly denial of access, later on,� DeWitt said. “We have several resources in place – like the Army Fort Lee Facebook page – that allow community members to ask questions and voice concerns. We’re trying to make this a transparent process that won’t result in needless inconveniences.� The frequently asked questions document can be found at www. lee.army.mil/pmo/installation. directions.access.aspx. A previous Traveller article “New access requirements to enhance installation security� is available at www. ftleetraveller.com – type the title of the article in the search area.
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Sisisky Gate Closure Extended until March 29 The closure of the Sisisky Gate will be extended to March 29 due to unforeseen construction delays. The gate was scheduled for completion on March 5 and is now scheduled to reopen on March 30. The Lee Avenue Gate will continue serving as the main gate during construction and is open at all times. Additionally, the Shop Road Gate is open weekdays from 4-6 p.m. for outbound traffic only. For details on access to Fort Lee, including gate hours, visit www.lee.army.mil – select “Travel & Arrival Information” under the “Visitors” menu.
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Vice President Joe Biden swears in Ash Carter as the 25th defense secretary. Carter’s wife, Stephanie, looks on during the private ceremony at the White House on Tuesday.
$VK &DUWHU VZRUQ LQ DV QHZ VHFUHWDU\ RI GHIHQVH WASHINGTON – With his wife Stephanie holding the Bible upon which he swore to support and defend the U.S. Constitution against all enemies foreign and domestic, Ash Carter took the oath of office as the 25th secretary of defense in a ceremony at the White House today. Vice President Joe Biden administered the oath in the Roosevelt Room, characterizing Carter as a genuine scholar of strategic military affairs and nuclear weapons policy and as a profoundly capable manager “with universal respect and affection from the people you work with, reflected in a nearunanimous vote in the U.S. Senate.” “For me,” Carter said after taking the oath, “this is the highest honor, to be the 25th secretary of defense. I'm grateful to (President Barack Obama) and the vice president for your trust and confidence, and to the U.S.
Senate as well for their trust and confidence.” Attending the ceremony were Carter’s son, Will; Deputy Defense Secretary Bob Work; Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff Army Gen. Martin E. Dempsey; Joint Chiefs Vice Chairman Navy Adm. James A. Winnefeld Jr.; members of Carter’s transition team; and several men and women in uniform. A Driving Intellectual Force In his introduction, Biden called Carter a “physicist and a genuine expert on the acquisition and technical capabilities that are going to help guarantee the U.S. military is second to none in the world.” Carter has a driving intellectual force behind all he does and all the administration has been doing, the vice president added, including strengthening the nation's cyber capabilities, improving the way the Pentagon
does business, and implementing the Asia-Pacific rebalance, including deepening defense cooperation with India. “Most important of all, you've been a fighter,” Biden told Carter, “like the men and women in uniform here today, for the women and men who serve in uniform.” The defense secretary, like his predecessor, Biden added, “understands that while this country has many obligations, it only has one truly sacred obligation, and that's to equip and protect those we send to war, care for their families while they're there, and care for them and their families when they come home.” Tough Missions Ahead Many tough missions lie ahead, the vice president said, from fighting against the Islamic State in Iraq and the Levant, strengthSEE CARTER, PAGE 16
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Personalizing Eating, Physical Activities The U.S. Department of Agricultural website offers quick online access to nutritional information on more than 8,000 foods and a plan to track physical activities. The site provides daily food targets, what and how much to eat within a calorie allowance and a method to set a personal goal profile. For details, visit https://www.supertracker.usda.gov/default.aspx.
‘Healthy Sleep Habits’ Class at AWC “Healthy Sleep Habits,” is a new class offered at the Army Wellness Center, 9205 Mahone Ave. This interactive class will provide general information and positive action steps to address sleep habits and improve quality of sleep. Participants can complete a sleep self-assessment and learn about resources. For details, call (804) 734-9384 or visit http://kenner.narmc.amedd.army.mil/ Pages/ArmyWellnessCenter.aspx.
Kenner Requests Feedback Kenner Army Health Clinic is seeking feedback from its patients regarding their health care experiences. If any TRICARE beneficiary has a compliment, suggestion or concern regarding KAHC services, first discuss it with the representative of the treatment team providing care. If they feel their concerns are not being addressed by the team, they should send a text to the Kenner patient advocate at (804) 267-0338.
Veterinary Services at Fort Lee The Fort Lee Veterinary Treatment Facility is open Monday-Friday, 8 a.m. - 4 p.m., in building 11025 on 38th St. In-processing days are Monday, Tuesday and Fridays, 8 a.m. - 3 p.m., and it closed the last business day of each month for inventory from 3-4 p.m. The services include annual wellness exams, re-checks, vaccinations, and screening tests for internal parasites, heartworm disease, and tick-borne diseases. It is not an emergency clinic. For details, call (804) 734-2446 or 734-9555.
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Lodge, ALU cafeterias close operations T. Anthony Bell Senior Writer/Special Projects
The cafeterias at the Army Logistics University and the Fort Lee Lodge have ceased operations. John Harvard’s, a sports bar located adjacent to the lodge cafeteria, also has closed its doors. Centerplate, which operated the facilities, exercised options to terminate its contract at Fort Lee. The cafeterias were closed for business Feb. 11. A Connecticut-
based restaurant and food services company, Centerplate operates in the United States, the United Kingdom and Canada. There has been no definitive word on what will become of at least one of facilities in the wake of the Centerplate contract termination. Family and Welfare, Morale and Recreation, which operates the lodge, has plans for a continental breakfast service in the former lodge cafeteria area but has set no start date. Those responsible for
facility administration at ALU could not be reached prior to press time and plans for the future use of its cafeteria space is unknown. The Centerplate operations offered quick-serve foods such as pasta, pizza and gourmet hamburgers in a casual-comfort dinning atmosphere. Despite the Centerplate closing, ALU still offers a variety of food choices within its confines. They include Subway sandwiches, a small snackbar, an AAFES-operated convenience store and Einstein’s Bagels.
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Charles Mills, a member of a contract clean-up team, mops floors Friday in the kitchen area of the former Centerplate cafeteria located in the Fort Lee Lodge. The food services contractor opted to terminate its agreement and closed the doors on its operations Feb. 11. It also ceased operations at the Army Logistics University cafeteria.
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WASHINGTON – Non-profit groups with a track record of helping Soldiers and their families will soon experience a more streamlined process to get them access to military installations, said Carla K. Coulson, director of Army Installation Services. Coulson addressed the quarterly Veterans Service Organizations and Military Support Organizations, or VSO/ MSO, summit, Feb. 11, at the Pentagon. About two dozen representatives from a variety of VSO/MSO were in attendance, as well as members of other non-federal entities who support Soldiers and family members. In December, the defense secretary issued two memos directing the military services to implement additional procedures to improve access to installations for service and support organizations, she said. The Army’s executive order, or EXORD, is expected to be released in another week or so. VA-RECOGNIZED VSO/ MSOs Installations are legally bound to provide installation access to Department of Veteran Affairs-recognized VSO/MSO entities to assist Soldiers with their Department of Veterans Affairs, or VA, claims, if the senior installation commander receives and approves a written request, she said. The EXORD would - while still requiring a written request - expedite a lot of the paperwork that often accompanies a request. The order would also facilitate better communica-
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Participants from a variety of Veterans Service Organizations and Military Support Organizations attend a summit, Feb. 11, listening to ways the Defense Department plans to make access to installations a lot easier in the near future.
tions channels, she said. For example, the EXORD requires a single-installation point of contact for organizations. There are many types of VArecognized VSO/MSO organizations. Examples include the Military Officers Association of America, Veterans of Foreign Wars, American Legion, American Red Cross, and the Wounded Warrior Project. NON-PROFIT, NONFEDERAL ENTITIES. Nonprofit organizations supporting Soldiers and families, including VSO/MSOs not processing VA claims, would have
similar access. In order to gain that access, such organizations may be required to provide an IRS Form 990 or other mandated documentation to establish their credentials, she said. Examples of these organization include the Tragedy Assistance Program for Survivors, the National Military Family Association, Operation Homefront and Blue Star Families. C O M M A N D E R S ’ RESPONSIBILITIES Coulson said senior installation commanders will be encouraged to expedite the return
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staff judge advocates and community relations personnel in designing a plan, she said. She asked the organizations to have patience while commanders work through the new process. Rene C. Bardorf, deputy assistant defense secretary for public affairs and public outreach, who also spoke at the summit, said that “bad actors” will still not gain access to installations. The bottom line, Coulson said, is that access procedures will become standardized and clearer, and Soldiers will benefit from the change.
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Command Sgt. Major Clarence D. Richardson, Fort Lee garrison CSM; Col. Paul K. Brooks, Fort Lee garrison commander; and CSM Terry E. Parham Sr, CSM for the Combined Arms Support Command; sign their pledges for Army Emergency Relief during the campaign kickoff ceremony at the Lee Theater Feb. 12. The goal for this year’s AER campaign at Fort Lee is $110,000. Last year Fort Lee raised $137,239 and distributed approximately $929,000 in loans and grants to about 700 Soldiers and retirees at Fort Lee. The AER campaign runs March 1 - May 15 and contributions can be made by contacting unit representatives. Persons in need of AER assistance, can contact their chain of command or call (804) 734-7954. Trish Muntean
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WASHINGTON – “What Doc Providence brings to bear are the skills, the experience, the commitment and the dedication to deliver exactly what our Soldiers need on the battlefield,” said Army Vice Chief of Staff Gen. Daniel B. Allyn. Allyn spoke during the 10th Annual Stars and Stripes recognition dinner, Feb. 6, in Washington, D.C. The annual event recognizes top-performing African-American general and flag officers, senior executive service civilians and leadership within the U.S. armed forces, and is held concurrently with the Black Engineer of the Year Award, or BEYA, STEM conference, now in its 29th year. “STEM” is shorthand for science, technology, engineering, and mathematics. This year, Army Brig. Gen. Bertram Providence, command surgeon for U.S. Army Forces Command at Fort Bragg, North Carolina, was chosen as the Army’s award recipient. “[Providence] earned his skills where it matters most: putting together broken paratroopers as an orthopedic surgeon at Fort Bragg,” Allyn said. “He subsequently
As part of the Stars and Stripes event at the 2015 BEYA Conference, military leaders, both officer and civilian, participated in mentoring sessions with youth from in around the national capital area. James said such interaction will for those youth serve as a bridge to their future. She asked those in the audience who had participated in the mentoring to continue to build the connections that link those who are successful with those who have the promise to be. ‘AMERICA NEEDS YOU’ “Keep on making those connections, and keep on building those bridges. America needs you,” James said. “And if you are still in school, America needs you to keep working hard. We need Americans in the future who are grounded in science, technology, engineering and math, to continue building those bridges. “For those of us who are more senior -- America needs us too,” she continued. “We need to be individuals who are part of organizations that continue to connect and to become bridges that lead others to follow that path to excellence.”
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went on to train with, and train the very best, as both a doctor of orthopedic surgery, and a trainer of future doctors.” Allyn said Providence served multiple assignments overseas in combat and as a special operations task force surgeon for Combined Joint Special Operations Task Force-Philippines. He also served as a surgeon deployed in the early phases of Operation Enduring Freedom in Afghanistan, and as a senior surgeon in Iraq during Operation New Dawn. “He has been a command surgeon, a Soldiers’ doc, and a commanders’ doc, at every level in our Army, from task force, to division, to corps -- and now as the U.S. Army Forces Command surgeon,” Allyn said. BRIDGES TO SUCCESS Each year, one branch of the U.S. military serves as host of the Stars and Stripes recognition dinner. This year, the Air Force served as host. Speaking before an audience of active and retired Service members, as well as members of the defense contracting community and college students, Air Force Secretary Deborah Lee James
drew on a quote from television personality Oprah Winfrey, who once said her success has come from the stories of history-making African-American women she calls “bridges.” Among those women are Sojourner Truth, Harriet Tubman, Ida B. Wells, Madame C. J. Walker and Fannie Lou Hamer. “Bridges tie us to the past, and they join us to the future,” James said. “Take William Cathay, for instance. Mr. Cathay enlisted in the U.S. regular Army during the Civil War. But it turns out that Mr. Cathay was actually Ms. Cathay Williams. She was the first African-American female to enlist, and she dressed as a man in order to do so. “She is a bridge for today’s armed forces,” James said. “And then there is Elizabeth ‘Bessie’ Coleman, the first female AfricanAmerican pilot -- really, the first African-American pilot, male or
female, to hold an international pilot’s license. Bessie was another bridge.” James said that for her, Dr. Sheila Widnall is a “bridge.” Widnall was the secretary of the Air Force from August 1993 to October 1997, and is the first woman to have served as a military service secretary. THE TUSKEGEE AIRMEN For those at the BEYA conference and attending the Stars and Stripes award dinner, James said, the Tuskegee Airmen are a bridge. The Tuskegee Airmen were the first African-American pilots in the U.S. military. They served as both fighter and bomber pilots during World War II. “This conference, BEYA, is really a bridge for all of us. To me, bridges transcend race, color and creed,” James said. “Our bridges speak to the innate courage, strength of conviction, and perseverance in the face of adversity.”
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barrassed about asking for help. The Army views financial well-being as a family quality of life and military readiness issue. Service leaders are particularly concerned about situations where individuals can’t pay their bills, which can lead to legal trouble, or resort to predatory lenders to make ends meet. “Allowing that to happen is not taking care of our families,� Piggott said. “It’s bad for the force as well. How can individuals focus on the job when they’re constantly worried about money troubles at home?� 7KH $&6 Financial Readiness Program can provide one-on-one budget-building assistance, Piggott noted. It can refer individuals to other community resources. It also offers an assortment of training classes with topics ranging from home buying to planning for a baby, and basic money management to debt liquidation. Class dates and topics are frequently listed in the calendar section of the Fort Lee Traveller. Registration is requested but not required. Improving one’s financial picture isn’t always an easy journey, Piggott acknowledged, and it oftentimes requires choices that can be difficult to make like reducing the frequency of restaurant meals or delay-
ing the purchase of a long-desired item and paying off a bill instead. “Many choices are just common sense,â€? she said. “A lot of people are usually surprised by how much they spend on activities like eating lunch out every day of the week. You’ll see it right away if you make a detailed list of expenses. That’s a good first step that will get you a lot farther ahead in budget management.â€? Here’s a few more strategies to consider each day during Military Saves Week: 0RQGD\ )HE VDYH IRU HPHUJHQ FLHV Âą 0DNH D FRPPLWPHQW WR SODFH D IHZ H[WUD GROODUV LQ D VDYLQJV DFFRXQW VHSDUDWH IURP UHJXODU FKHFNLQJ QRW HDVLO\ DFFHVVHG ZLWK DQ $70 RU GHELW FDUG &RQVLGHU LQ FOXGLQJ D SRUWLRQ RI \RXU WD[ UHIXQG 7XHVGD\ )HE SD\ RII KLJK LQWHU HVW GHEW Âą )LQG ZD\V WR UHGXFH IULYRORXV VSHQGLQJ RU GLYHUW LQFRPH WR SD\ GRZQ ELJ SHUFHQWDJH UDWH ELOOV IDVWHU :HGQHVGD\ )HE EXLOG XS VDY LQJV Âą $XWRPDWLF GHGXFWLRQV RU DFFRXQW WUDQVIHUV DUH WKH HDVLHVW DQG PRVW HIIHF WLYH ZD\V WR VDYH PRQH\ 3URPLVLQJ WR VZLQJ E\ WKH EDQN WR VWDVK D IHZ GROODUV DZD\ XVXDOO\ HQGV LQ H[FXVHV OLNH Âł, JRW EXV\´ RU D VLPSOH Âł, IRUJRW ´ ,I WKH EXGJHW
Good budget decisions include saving money at Commissary In recognition of Military Saves Week Feb. 23-28, the Defense Commissary Agency here is reminding service members and their families of the great cost-saving benefit of its military grocery stores. The average military family of four can save 30 percent or more on their overall annual grocery bill by shopping at the commissary. That alone should be an incentive for those trying to make the most of every dollar and stick to a budget. There are other big plusses as well like being able to afford healthier food options that are
available in abundance at the military stores. Additionally, many Commissaries offer healthy living cooking demonstrations with simple meal ideas that any busy family would appreciate. Still not convinced? Consider the following: • The Commissary produce department delivers savings of 44 percent over comparable grocery stores in the civilian sector. The meat department boasts a 32 percent savings. • The Commissary’s “betterfor-youâ€? food choices include a growing number of specialty items like gluten-free alternatives
and low-sodium, sugar-free and reduced-calorie products. • Around 400 Commissary Value Brand items in 33 categories offer savings of about 25 percent when compared to the store brand and private label items found in commercial retail stores. In some instances, savings could be as much as 50 percent. • Commissaries strongly support the use of coupons for additional savings, and the Commissary Rewards Card banks electronic coupons for automatic savings at checkout. Card users recently topped 350,000 and more than 5.3 million digi-
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tal coupons have been redeemed, saving customers nearly $6 million on their groceries. For more information, visit https://www. commissaries.com/rewards/index.cfm. • The Fort Lee Commissary offers convenient “Click2Goâ€? shopping and curbside pickup. Authorized patrons can place their grocery orders online and select a pickup time between 11 a.m. and 7 p.m. Monday-Friday. A store representative will bring the items out to the patron’s vehicle at the pickup point in the back parking lot of the store. Currently, there is no fee for this service. With all these advantages in mind, DeCA hopes military community members will make the Commissary their partner in savings not only during Military Saves Week but year-round.
- Staff Reports At the Fort Lee store, customers will find great products and services, a friendly staff that understands the shopping needs of military families and modern amenities following an extensive renovation project that was completed in 2014. Don’t forget to check out the Commissary Agency’s website as well. It includes information about upcoming sales, contests and giveaways, new product lines and recalls, cooking and healthy living ideas, youth scholarships and more. The regular hours of operation at the Fort Lee Commissary are Tuesday-Saturday, 9 a.m. - 8 p.m., and Sunday, 10 a.m. - 6 p.m. Early bird shopping with selfcheckout only is available from 7:30-9 a.m. Tuesday-Friday. - DeCA
763 YV 6'3 GRQ·W OHW WKH OHWWHUV FRQIXVH \RX Kisha A. Taylor Federal Retirement Thrift Investment Board This year, Military Saves Week is Feb. 23-28 and the theme is “Set a goal. Make a plan. Save automatically!” The federal government offers two programs to make saving easier for service members. They are the Thrift Savings Plan and the Department of Defense Savings Deposit Program. While both can help individuals improve their financial situation, they are separate programs with different rules and requirements. To avoid confusion, military members should familiarize themselves with the differences. For starters, TSP is a long-term retirement savings plan open to all active duty personnel. It’s a lot like a private sector 401(k) plan. Individuals can elect to contribute a percentage of their basic pay (up to 100-percent) as soon as they enter the service. The TSP doesn’t replace a military retirement pension, which is available only to those who serve a minimum of 20 years. Rather, TSP is an excellent opportunity for troops to supplement their retirement income through long-term saving. The SDP, on the other hand, is a short-term savings program that is only available to service members who are deployed in combat zones or other operations, and are receiving Hostile Fire/Imminent Danger Pay. Individuals can only set up an SDP account after they
have been deployed for 30 consecutive days or for at least one day in three consecutive months. SDP offers very high investment returns making it a very attraction option for those wanting to build their financial portfolio. Other important differences between TSP and SDP include the following: • TSP earnings can be tax-free if certain conditions are met. SDP interest is not tax-free. • TSP returns vary based on investment choices. SDP guarantees a 10-percent return compounded quarterly. • TSP accounts are good through retirement. SDP investments must be withdrawn upon completion of the combat tour. • TSP contributions are made by payroll deduction only. SDP Deposits can be made by cash, personal check, money order or payroll deduction. All military personnel are encouraged to take advantage of these investment programs offered by the U.S. government. Even a small percentage of pay invested in either TSP or SDP can result in big financial rewards later on when the money is really needed or one is preparing for retirement. To enroll in TSP, login to the myPay website and select the “Traditional TSP and Roth TSP” option. Members of military branches that don’t use myPay can submit TSP Election Form TSP-U-1 found at tsp.gov. To learn more about the SDP, visit www.DFAS.mil.
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(BELOW) Sgt. 1st Class Floyd Phifer from Bravo Company, 244th Quartermaster Battalion, helps students complete a writing project at Petersburg High School on Feb. 11. Multiple cadre members from the Fort Lee unit are participating in the ongoing partnership program that provides tutoring and mentorship in several core subject areas like algebra, reading, English and literature. Sgt. 1st Class Diana Layne, Staff Sgt. Dominique Stoves and Sgt. 1st Class Jean Calixte also took part in the Feb. 11 outreach.
First graders from DuPont Elementary School, Hopewell, take a few moments to express their thanks to Fort Lee Soldiers during a recent field trip to the U.S. Army Women’s Museum. Each school year, the USAWM education team hosts visits by thousands of local K-12 students. This school year alone, more than 4,000 kids have already participated in the interactive programs offered by the USAWM.
These photos are extracted from the Facebook pages of Fort Lee units, organizations and community groups with the idea of encouraging readers to visit the various social media sites on post and keep up with the many training activities and teambuilding events here. The best way to get photos featured is to post them each week to Facebook.
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(ABOVE) Privates Nicole Hallermeier and Cameron Parrish look up technical data while performing inspection and a repair of an M137A2 Panoramic Telescope from the M119A2 Light Towed Howitzer during Ordnance School training in M Miley Hall earlier this month. Both Soldiers are assigned to Bravo Company, 832nd Ord. Battalion. (BELOW LEFT) Pfc. Jessica Albino from Juliet Company, 262nd Quartermaster Battalion, proudly models the “physical fitness champion” belt she earned d after scoring a 325 during a recent Army physical Fitness Test. Created by Staff Sgt. Shamar Purdie, a unit platoon sergeant, th he belt is an incentive for advanced individual training students to exceed the maximum APFT score of 300. (BELOW RIGHT) Col. Mary Beth Taylor receives the first piece of cake served at the 23rd QM Brigade Sweetheart Ball on Feb. 12 at the Lee Club b. The event included dinner, dancing and an honor guard that presented the colors and the ceremonial cake. Taylor is the ccommander of the brigade.
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(LEFT) Spc. Jessica Williams performs with other members of the 392nd Army Band during a recent lecture and master class led by Dr. William Stowman from Messiah College, Mechanicsburg, Pa. Stowman visited Fort Lee at the request of Williams who was one of his undergrad students at the college. (ABOVE) Kenner Army Health Clinic staff members show their support for the National Go Red for Women Campaign in a Feb. 6 photo. Many others at KAHC also wore red that day to raise healthy heart awareness. According to studies performed by major medical groups like the Mayo Clinic, more women than men die of heart disease each year. February is also recognized as National Heart Health Month, a time to promote improved diets, increased exercise and regular checkups that include blood pressure monitoring.
Richie Bishop portrays the teenage character Eugene Jerome during the Fort Lee theater group’s ongoing production of “Brighton Beach Memoirs” at the Lee Theater. The comedy was written by Neil Simon. It tells the story of a Jewish family working through the hardships of Depression-era New York. The final performances are set for Friday and Saturday at 8 p.m. and Sunday at 3 p.m. Tickets are $13 (adults) and $7 (youth). For reservations, call the box office at (804) 734-6629. Juliet-Company, 262nd QM Bn Facebook Page
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There was something a bit odd going on Feb. 10 at the Clark Fitness Center. It was not unusual in the activity taking place, but the time it was happening. The activity was an advanced individual training intramural basketball game, and it was roughly 11 a.m. on a weekday. Shouldn’t Soldiers in training be sitting in a classroom, eyes fixed on a whiteboard or computer screen at that time? Roughly 95 percent of the installation’s 4,000 or so AIT students are in classrooms at that time, but a select few are not. Classes for them start in the afternoon, the result of scheduling designed to accommodate large numbers of students in some military occupational specialty courses. Many of the students training under the irregular schedule clock out of their final class at around 10 p.m. The establishment of daytime intramural leagues has been a boon to Soldiers and has helped to balance the hard pace of training and their free time, said 1st Sgt. Jose Rodriguez “It’s been absolutely outstanding,” said the top enlisted Soldier assigned to Papa Company, 244th Quartermaster Battalion. “Soldiers need an outlet, but when they are on the night shift, they don’t have the opportunity to participate in some of the activities that can relieve the pressure that comes from training.” The FMWR Installation Sports Office has been a willing partner in efforts to relieve that stress, said Rodriguez. “We went to Mr. (Anthony) Nelson and Mr. (Edward) Parker and, within a week, we had this thing up and running,” he said. “We just needed enough teams to make it happen.” Papa Co, which trains unit supply specialists, is one of three Quartermaster School teams participating in the daytime intramurals. Three Ordnance School teams round out the league. Nelson, the ISO AIT sports co-
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ordinator, said there were other requirements needing consideration to include securing referees. Officials who are paid to work the nighttime leagues are not available until after 4 p.m., said Nelson, so that was out of the question. He turned to the Sports
Office staff for a solution. “Myself, Mr. Parker and James Mitchell are certified officials so we were able to make the accommodations,” said Nelson, noting that no costs were involved. Budget cuts over the years have impacted morale, welfare
and recreation activities like everything else, sometimes overshadowing the value of a good sports program and its ability to help further a Soldier’s development. One cadre member said that value can never be understated. “It’s important for motivation and provides the opportunity to coach and mentor,” said1st Sgt. Michael Henry, a 22-year Soldier assigned to Bravo Co., 244th QM Bn. “It also teaches them sportsmanship and discipline.” The daytime basketball league is now three weeks into its schedule, said Nelson. “I think it has gone just great,” he said. “Everyone (cadre and staff members) has been very supportive. All you have to do is look at the Soldiers, and you’ll see they’re excited they are partaking in something they couldn’t previously enjoy.” Each team in the daytime league is scheduled to play a total of 10 games during the regu-
(CLOCKWISE FROM LEFT) Joshua Reis, Papa Company, 244th Quartermaster Battalion, uses a right-handed scoop shot to score against Echo Co., 16th Ordnance Bn., defenders during a daytime advanced individual training intramural basketball game played Friday at Clark Fitness Center. Papa Co. defeated Echo, 29-17.• Members of the Delta Co., 16th Ordnance Battalion, huddle during a timeout session in their game against Papa Co., 244th QM Bn., at Clark Fitness Center. • Derrick West, Delta Co., 16th Ord. Bn., tries to get around a Papa Co., 244th QM Bn., defender.
lar season. A single-elimination tournament slated for the first week of March will conclude play. Daytime leagues are also scheduled for volleyball, softball and dodge ball and will be available for flag football, said Nelson.
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By now, the allure of New Year’s resolutions is gone and the beginning of selfdeprecation is starting. Do not fret about it now; start today with focusing on goals to maintain fitness and overall physical health. Any type of exercise is better than no exercise. A simple goal could be doing a 10-minute brisk walk once a day. The healthy benefits of just 10 minutes of exercise are reduced blood pressure, decreases in overall weight and actually increasing your energy. Split this up in 5 minute bursts twice a day if you are a desk worker and you virtually reverse the effects of sitting all day according to one study. If one is wishing to get a better night’s sleep, it seems
that resistance exercise for 30 minutes can help individuals get to sleep faster, no matter what time of the day it’s performed. In one study, groups were assigned to measure quality of sleep depending on when they performed their resistance training at either 7 a.m., 1 p.m., or 7 p.m.. The study found that all groups had better quality of sleep. Poor quality of sleep has been associated with cardiovascular disease, diabetes and obesity, to name a few health risks. Some people would like to be smarter; a little known fact is that greater amounts of exercise are related to higher cognitive function. In a few recent studies, there is a risk reduction of dementia directly related to the amount of exercise. Exercise sessions were performed three times per week for a minimum of 30
minutes each. This doesn’t mean that if people cannot do 30 minutes they shouldn’t try. Any exercise will help as the study states that it is a complex relationship of exercise and brain function with a plethora of varying influences. As we would all like to look better or lose weight, which is often my resolution, it lacks a definitive measurable amount and doesn’t work fast enough. So instead of trying to take the fast road, stick with something a little more focused on the slow. There are plenty of technology devices out there to measure the amount of steps, time exercising or how long you slept without getting overly discouraged and waiting until the New Year to repeat a failed resolution.
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Are you prepared for a dental emergency? Thousands of dental emergencies – from injuries to a painful, abscessed tooth – take place every day. Would you know what to do if your child broke a tooth or had a tooth knocked out while playing outdoors? What if you had a bad toothache in the middle of the night and couldn’t get to the dentist until the next day? Knowing what to do can lessen the pain and save a tooth that might otherwise be lost. Keep your dental office phone number and an emergency number where the dentist can be reached after hours with other emergency numbers, such as your family doctor, and fire and police departments. Some families post these numbers on
the refrigerator or inside a kitchen cabinet door near the phone. Call the dentist immediately for instructions on how to handle a dental emergency. Toothache: Rinse the mouth with warm water to clean it out. Gently use dental floss or an interdental cleaner to remove any food or other debris that may be caught between the teeth. Never put aspirin or any other painkiller against the gums near the aching tooth. This could burn gum tissue. If the toothache persists, try to see the dentist. Don’t rely on painkillers. They may temporarily relieve pain, but your dentist should evaluate the condition.
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Knocked-out (avulsed) tooth: Try to find the tooth! This may not be as easy as you think if the injury took place on a playground, basketball court or while skateboarding – so try to stay calm. Hold the tooth by the crown and rinse the root in water if the tooth is dirty. Don’t scrub it or remove any attached tissue fragments. If it’s possible, gently insert and hold the tooth in its socket while you head to the dentist. If that’s not possible, put the tooth in a cup of milk and bring it to the dentist. Time is critical for successful reimplantation, so try to get to your dentist immediately. Broken tooth: Rinse your mouth with warm water to clean the area. Use cold compresses on the outside of the cheek to help reduce the swelling. Tongue or lip bites or wounds: Clean the area gently with a clean cloth and ap-
ply cold compresses to reduce any swelling. If the bleeding can’t be controlled, go to a hospital emergency room or clinic. You may be able to reduce bleeding from the tongue by pulling it forward and using gauze to put pressure on the wound. Objects caught between teeth: Try to gently remove the object with dental floss. Never use a sharp instrument to remove any object that is stuck between your teeth. If you can’t dislodge the object with floss, contact your dentist. Possible broken jaw: Apply cold compresses to control swelling. Get to the hospital emergency room immediately. Always follow up with your dentist. For active duty, contact the Bull Dental Clinic at (804) 734-9607 or the Combo Clinic at 734-5365. For dependents: contact your civilian provider. If you just want more information about dental health for you or your children, these are some great resources to look into: www.ada.org (American Dental Association), www.aapd.org (American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry), as well as the My Dental site on AKO. (This article is courtesy of the American Dental Association in support of National Children’s Dental Health Month.)
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NATO, and rebalancing to the Asia-Pacific region, to maintaining the nation’s technological edge and continuous efforts to make the most out of every dollar invested in defense. “Dr. Carter,” Biden said, “as you take leadership of the greatest military in the history of mankind, … you do so with the confidence of everyone in your building, confidence of the United States Senate, confidence of President Obama and me, and so many other people who admire your work.” Carter thanked his wife and children, his transition team and the team he joins at the Pentagon, including
Work, Dempsey, Winnefeld and others. Three Commitments “The first is to help our president make the best possible decisions about our security and the (world’s) security, and then to ensure that our department executes those decisions with its long accustomed competence and effectiveness,” he said. While dealing with challenges to national security, Carter said, he wants to help the nation’s leadership grab hold of opportunities that lie before the country, and to help make the world safer and a better place for the next generation. “My second commitment is to the men and women of
the Department of Defense, whom I will lead, to reflect in everything I do and to honor the commitment and dedication that brought them into service,” Carter said, “and to protect their dignity, their safety, their well-being, (and) to make decisions about sending them into harm’s way with the greatest reflection and care.” A Force for the Future Carter’s third commitment was to the future, he said, “to building a force for our future that involves not only securing the resources we need but making … the best use of the taxpayers’ dollar, making sure we embrace change so that years from now, … we continue to be a place where America's finest want to serve, and a place that is a beacon to the rest of the world.”
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(CLOCKWISE FROM ABOVE) Sgt. 1st Class Michael Murray, Charlie Company, 262nd Quartermaster Battalion, engages his unit members in some post-game cheer after a come-from-behind victory in an advanced individual training volleyball tournament Friday at the MacLaughlin Fitness Center. Charlie Co. made it to the final round in the single-elimination event but lost to Bravo Co., 832nd Ordnance Bn. • No. 11 Kyle Phillips of Co. C, 262nd QM Bn., attempts to block a spike courtesy of no. 8 Alexander Schrift and his Bravo Co., 832nd Ord. Bn., teammates. Bravo won the contest, 15-4. • Staff Sgt. Douglas Lopez, platoon sergeant, Bravo Co., 832nd Ord. Bn., celebrates with a smile and a high five after his team defeated Charlie Co., 262nd QM Bn.
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Pamplin Park and National Museum, an important piece of history located in Fort Lee’s backyard in Petersburg, offers a state of the art museum experience. It is home to a must-see location for all history buffs and civil war fanatics and features the National Museum of the Civil War Soldier. The site is an important piece of American history just 10-15 minutes from the post. This was the location of the 3rd Battle of Petersburg, or The Breakthrough at Petersburg, which took place on April 2, 1865. The battlefield museum is located at 6125 Boydton Plank Road off of Interstate 85 and is open daily from 9 a.m.- 5 p.m. Admission to Pamplin Historical Park & the National Museum of the Civil War Soldier costs $12.50. The park offers a military discount, which brings the price down to $11.50. The battle is regarded as the last major battle before Gen. Lee surrendered to Gen. Grant at
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Appomattox Court House. “For the Union, this was the culmination of their final move to defeat the Confederacy,” said Gary Helm, supervisor of historical interpretation and visitor services at Pamplin. “For an entire year, Grant fought it out with Lee through Virginia, to the doorstep of Richmond and Petersburg. It was at our park on April 2, 1865 ,that the Confederate defense line broke. One week later Lee surrendered his army to Grant and the Union.” The Union victory marked the
retreat of Lee to the west and the capture of Richmond, the Confederate capital. Opened in 1999, the campus is home to four state-of-the-art museums as well as numerous on-site additions that help illustrate life during the Civil War in the antebellum South. Helm said, “Our museums are very interactive, where you have control over your learning. Our National Museum of the Civil War Soldier is a self-paced, mp3 driven journey through the lives of the Soldiers themselves.
“In our Battlefield Center Museum, there are fiber optic maps, films, interactive videos and even 3D presentations… We are different in that we focus on the lives and experiences of the common Soldiers in the Civil War and not just the senior officers that are usually the focus of attention,” he said. The center piece of the campus is the 25,000 square foot National Museum of the Civil War Soldier that includes three widely praised exhibits as well as a gift shop. The “Duty Call me Here” exhibit lets visitors experience how it was like to be a Civil War Solider with the use of interactive computers, videos, over 1,000 original objects, and a battlefield simulation. Next, Head to the Pamplin Board Room for a 1,120-square feet interactive exhibit that introduces visitors to two successful businessmen whose goal it was to preserve history. “The Remembrance Wall” is a feature that, for a small fee, allows visitors to dedicate a plaque to any Civil War Soldier to have posted on a mahogany wall. Also on the site is the Tudor family plantation, which has been restored and furnished with pe-
riod antiques. The house, built in 1812, was used during the war as Gen. Samuel McGowan’s headquarters. Step outside and visitors will find a 7-foot deep trench that is 60-feet long created to resemble the fortifications used during the 3rd Battle of Petersburg. Also on sight is a military encampment designed to reflect the way in which Soldiers spent their days waiting for battle. Find out what it was like to be a slave during the Civil War by visiting the Field Quarters where slaves were isolated from the plantation owner’s mansion. The site is also home to the Banks House that Grant headquartered after the battle. When someone becomes a member, they will receive free admission for 12 months as well as a 10 percent discount on all merchandise at the store, remembrance wall plaques and all other programs. Members also also receive a quarterly newsletter. The park operating hours are seasonally. The winter hours are 9 - 5 p.m., Saturday and Sunday. It is closed on most holidays. For more information visit Pamplinpark.org or call (877) 726-7546.
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LOCAL ACTIVITIES EVENTS Troops to Teachers BrieďŹ ng | Feb. 20 A Teaching as a Second Career briefing is set for Feb. 20, 10 a.m., at the Army Education Center, building 12400, 700 Quarters Road. Troops to Teachers may pay up to $10,000 in stipends and bonuses. The program will help applicants identify teacher licensure, (certification) requirements and more. For registration and details, call (804) 765-3570.
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Football camp slated Fort Lee Child, Youth and School Services will host a free football pro-camp March 26 at Williams Stadium. The camp will be led by Baltimore Ravens wide receiver Steve Smith who will coach, encourage and inspire those in attendance. The camp is open to children (kindergarten through 8th grade) of active duty service members, military retirees and DOD Civilians in the Fort Lee community. Checkin starts at 4 p.m., and the camp begins at 5 p.m. Parents must remain on-site during the event. To register for the event, visit the Parent Central Services office in building 10624, Yorktown Drive, or call (804) 734-3852.
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A Walk for Life walking program is held Mondays-Thursdays, 11:30 am - 12:30 p.m., at the post. Participants can walk with a partner or take part independently. The mileage should be recorded for a chance to win prizes in this free activity. Registration forms are available at MacLaughlin Fitness Center. This program is open to active duty and retired military and family members, DOD Civilians and FMWR employees. For details, call (804) 734-6198.
Kenner Commander’s Call Closure | Feb. 26 Kenner Army Health Clinic will curtail services Feb. 26, 1-4 p.m., to allow staff to attend a quarterly commander’s call and training session. The clinic will re-open in the late afternoon for pharmacy services. Patients with routine needs should contact the clinic before or after the closure. To reach the on-call provider when the clinic is closed, contact the administrative officer of the day at (804) 734-9000.
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‘Because of You’ AAFES Contest | Feb. 28 A $10,000 grand prize and $2,000 gift card for second place will be awarded in the Army and Air Force Exchange Service “Because of You� contest until Feb. 28. The contest is part of an Exchange yearlong effort to recognize service members’ unique contributions to our country. Winners will be notified on or about March 15. To take part, visit www.shopmyexchange.com/becauseofyou.
Read Across America Book Drive | March 2 Charlie Company, 262nd Quartermaster Battalion, is sponsoring a Read Across American Book Drive to celebrate Dr. Seuss’ birthday for students at A.P. Hill Elementary School, Petersburg, March 2. The students will participate in a reading and motivation program on that day with the donated books. New or used books, for ages 4-12, can be dropped off at boxes on the installation. Community members can sponsor a book for the classroom by visiting www.scholastic.com/readingclub For details, call (618) 954-8988 or 605-3252.
Theater Auditions for ‘Cinderella’ | March 2-3 The Theater Company at Fort Lee will hold auditions for Rodgers and Hammerstein’s “Cinderella,� March 2-3, 7 p.m., at the Lee Theater, build-
ing 4300, Mahone Avenue. Director Ann C. Easterling seeks six women and five men for lead and featured roles, as well as a singingdancing ensemble (strong dance skills desired). Those auditioning will sing 16 bars of a Rodgers and Hammerstein song. Bring sheet music in the correct key (accompanist provided) and be dressed for movement. Readings will be from the script. Rehearsals will begin immediately after casting for the May 8-24 production. No performers are paid. For details, call (804) 734-6629.
Homebuyers Workshop | March 4 The Fort Lee Housing Services Office in partnership with the Virginia Housing Development Authority will offer a free homebuyers workshop, March 4, 8:30 a.m. - 3 p.m., at the Soldier Support Center, building 3400, room 125, 1401 B Ave. Topics include personal finance, credit issues, qualifying and applying for a loan, and the many types of home loans available, and more. It is open to active duty and spouses, reservists, national guardsmen, retired military, veterans, DOD Civilians and their spouses. For registration and details, call (804) 765-2016 or 765-3862.
Spearhead ShamRock 5K | March 13 The Transportation Corps Regimental Committee will host the Spearhead Sham-Rock Fort Lee 5K, March 13, 6:30 a.m., beginning at Williams Stadium, Lee and Mahone avenues. The cost per participant is $15 and includes a T-shirt and refreshments. The registration deadline is March 2 at the TC Regimental Headquarters, 3rd floor/CASCOM; or in Wylie Hall, building 2300, B Avenue. The event is open to all and family members are welcome. For details, call (804) 765-7443 or 734-7919,
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Calendar, continued SPORTS & FITNESS FMWR Winner For Life | Ongoing Family and MWR is offering a new free fitness program – Winner for Life – that focuses on improving physical bodies, health knowledge and connecting participants with other likeminded fitness/health oriented individuals. It is a point-based system where community members can earn prizes by attending FMWR fitness classes, workshops and more. Registration forms are available at MacLaughlin Fitness Center. A Yoga and Breathing Workshop is set for Feb. 24, 6:30-7:30 p.m. at MacLaughlin It is open to active duty and retired military and family members, DOD Civilians and FMWR employees. For details, call (804) 734-6198.
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United States Colored Troops Walking Tour | Feb. 21 Petersburg National Battlefield will provide a ranger-guided walking tour highlighting the role of United States Colored Troop regiments at the Battle of the Crater, Feb. 21, 1 p.m., at the Eastern Front Unit, 5001 Siege Road. During the walk, visitors will follow in the footsteps of Capt. Albert D. Wright of the 43rd U.S. Colored Troops; Corp. Oliver Scott of the 30th U.S. Colored Troops; Sgt. Decatur Dorsey of the 39th
US Colored Troops; as well as other white officers and black Soldiers involved in the July 30, 1864 battle. No reservations are needed. While the program is free, the fee to enter the part is $5 per vehicle. For details, call (804) 732-3531 ext. 222 or email Emmanuel_Dabney@nps. gov.
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Helping Children Manage Stress | Feb. 23 – March 23 Chesterfield County Mental Health Support Services is offering a group workshop to address common struggles children face when dealing with stress and anxiety, Feb. 23 - March 23, 6:30-7:30 p.m., in the Clover Hill Library. In this educational group, third-, fourthand fifth-graders will learn how to identify their feelings and develop coping and problem-solving skills. The fee is $20 per child and preregistration is required. For registration and details, contact Ginger Dotter at dotterg@chesterfield. gov or (804) 768-7747, or Ashley Rogers at rogersa@chesterfield.gov or 717-6739.
First Lady of Virginia at MOAA Military Spouse Symposium | Feb. 24 Virginia’s First Lady Dorothy McAuliffe will be the keynote speaker at the Military Spouse Symposium “Keeping a Career on the Move®,” hosted by the Military Officers Association of America, Feb. 24, 9 a.m. - 2:30 p.m. at the Westin Virginia Beach Town Center, Virginia Beach. This professional development conference is free and open to all military spous-
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Mac and Jenny Traynham will perform early country, old-time gospel and mountain music during an Acoustic Concert Series performance, Feb. 26, 7 p.m., at the Central Library, 9501 Lori Road. There is no registration for the free program for adults. For details, call (804) 748-1603.
The Talking Gourd | Feb. 28 A member of the Elegba Folklore Society will share oral histories, images, music and ceremony regarding the contributions and influences that originated in Africa, Feb. 28, 2 p.m., at the Chester Library, 11800 Centre St. The free program is for all ages. Registration is required. For details, call (804) 318-8977.
A Boy’s Adventures | March 1 Two walking tours titled “City Point’s Tom Sawyer” will be held March 1, 10 a.m. and 2:30 p.m., at historic City Point in Hopewell. The free tours by the Petersburg National Battlefield will focus on a ram-
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Casino Night Fundraiser | March 7 A Casino Night Fundraiser by the South Richmond Rotary to help the families of the wounded and The Fisher House is set for March 7, 6 p.m., at the John Marshall Ballroom, 5th and Franklin streets, Richmond. Tickets are $75. A 2015 Corvette Stingray will be raffled off at the event. Raffle tickets are $100 and only 1,500 tickets will be sold. For tickets and details, visit https:// secure.gotobilling.com/services/rotary. php.
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EXPERIENCED CARPENTER (Tri-Cities) (Hopewell, Va.)
WORDSEARCH | BY SGT. MCGILLICUDDY
Compensation will be based on your experience. Well established Construction Company (42 years) is looking for an experienced Carpenter. We are a full service construction company that specializes in Insurance Restorations. Most of our work is inside customer’s homes and requires our employees to dress appropriately, be clean cut, well spoken, and polite. The ideal candidate will: Be able to frame, trim, install drywall, doors, windows and siding. Will need to understand light plumbing and electrical work. Must have good driving record, have your own hand tools and transportation to and from work and able to pass a drug and background check. If you are interested in applying for the position, please email a copy of your resume to
EricPyles@comcast.net
TMP CONSTRUCTION CORP.
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