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Local garden club pays tribute to service members, unveils Blue Star Highway marker in ceremony SEE PAGE 4 INCREASING AWARENESS Installation hosts variety of events to draw focus to National Suicide Prevention Month

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AWARD WINNING Lee law enforcement ofďŹ cers recognized for trafďŹ c safety program

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DISASTER PREPAREDNESS â€˜Family of systemsâ€™ ensures community members aware of emergencies SEE PAGE 6

PROTECTING YOUR HEALTH Disease prevention simple with CDCrecommended vaccination schedule SEE PAGE 16

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SWEARING

Lisa Smith Molinari Contributing Writer

To my mother, a first grade teacher for 30 years, every day was an opportunity to make a difference in the life of some squirmy, rag tag, grubby little six-year-old. And cussing, therefore, was out of the question. Other than an occasional cathartic “Damn!” (considered quite proper in her home state of Kentucky) my mother rarely uttered a legitimate swear word. When frustrated, she would sometimes begin to form the “shh” sound, but just as we thought she was about to emit a well-known expletive, the word would morph into “SHHugar!” or “SHHoot!” or a long string of biblical characters such as “SHHadrach, Meshach and Abednego!” Although she flirted with minor cuss words, there was one word that would never, and I mean never, pass over my mother’s tangerine tinted lips: The “F-word.” Nowadays the F-word has, like other for-

merly risqué endeavors such as tattoos and visible bra straps, become rather commonplace. It’s all over the premium channels, movie screens, Internet, radios and workplaces. Modern society has become de-sensitized to swearing over the last couple of decades, but back in the 70s and 80s when I was a kid, the F-word was considered taboo. As far as my mother was concerned, the F-word was not an appropriate form of verbal communication. Whatever emotional cleansing or free expression might be gleaned from blurting that particular cuss word was outweighed by one’s ethical obligation to civilization. Having grown up under my mother’s influence, I never really took to cussing either. “Pardon my French,” a woman in my writer’s group whispered to me last week after she’d told a particularly expressive story punctuated by the F-word. In my writers’ group, everyone but me swears regularly, but there was no need for her to apologize. I get

Children left in hot vehicles at great risk of death, injury Last year in the United States, 30 children died from heatstroke after being left unattended in vehicles, according to statistics from a national child safety organization. As temperatures continue to remain hot and humid throughout Virginia, and young ones

head back to the classroom, the Department of Motor Vehicles urges parents and caregivers to never leave children unattended in a vehicle – even for a minute. Even when outside temperatures are in the low 80s, heat conditions inside a ve-

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Commanding General ........Maj. Gen. Darrell K. Williams Garrison Commander ....................... Col. Paul K. Brooks Public Affairs Officer............................. Stephen J. Baker Command Information/Managing Editor...Patrick Buffett Senior Writer/Special Assignments ......... T. Anthony Bell Production/News Assistant Editor.................. Amy Perry Family/Community Life Reporter ..........................Vacant Production Assistant .............................. Ray Kozakewicz To reach the Traveller Staff, call (804) 734-7147.

hicle can reach deadly levels in just 10 minutes regardless of being parked in the sun or shade. Furthermore, children are at higher risk of suffering heatstroke because their bodies heat up three-to-five times faster than adults. “You might think your child will be fine while you run into the store for a few minutes, but the odds are against you,” said DMV Commissioner Richard D. Holcomb, the governor’s highway safety representative.

“Nearly 90 percent of the children who die of heatstroke in a hot vehicle are three years old or younger. They can’t get help for themselves. Is your child’s life worth the few seconds it takes to unsnap the car seat and take him or her with you?” According to Safe Kids USA, heatstroke is the leading cause of non-crash, vehiclerelated deaths for children.

parents argue at our kitchen table. Nothing heated, just a garden-variety marital disagreement. While I sat spreading peanut butter on saltines, my mother gave up arguing, expelled a heavy sigh, and went back to silently scribbling in her sketchbook. My father got the final word, but my mother didn’t seem bothered. She calmly finished her drawing, got up, and excused herself from the room, leaving her sketchpad propped on the napkin caddy. Back then, we all knew my mother would never say the F-word, much less make the infamous symbolic hand gesture for it. But, on this particular day, she found a way to express her feelings without compromising her ethical standards. There on her sketchpad, for all the world to see, was a perfect replica of a human hand – skin, knuckles, fingernails and all – flipping my father “The Bird.” That day, I learned a few things from my mother’s unique example. That there are always alternatives to swearing. That I should weigh my options before letting any expletives fly. And that, if there’s a way to swear with class, my mother had definitely put her finger on it.

'HEW 1RWLFH Any persons or firms with debts owed to or having just claim against the estate of 2nd Lt. Edgardo L. OrtizCortes, deceased, formerly of Bravo Company, 71st Transportation Battalion, Army Logistics University, should contact Capt. Nina Copeland, the summary court martial officer for the Soldier. Call (334) 467-5995, (804) 765-8313 or email nina.r.copeland. mil@mail.mil.

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A word about cussing

it. To many people in our modern world, cuss words effectively communicate a particular level of anger, annoyance, surprise or frustration. These words flow naturally from their lips and pens as a form of free expression. However, when I swear, it comes out as immature as a 7th grader on the middle school bus, despite the fact that I’m 49 years old. It’s not that I’ve lived a sheltered life; I am the wife of a Navy man after all (many cuss words have nautical origins, you know) and have worked in offices where the F-word was casually batted about by both men and women like whiffle balls. I’ve often felt pressured to use the F-word to fit in, but I’ve never been able to make it work for me. I must admit, there have been times when I’ve really wanted to blurt out something foul – on the highway, during arguments with my husband, or when trying to get the cap off of a bottle of ibuprofen when I’m particularly hormonal – and wished there was an effective alternative to blurting the F-word. Even my mother once sought her own alternative to the F-word. It was 1979, and I was watching my

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A flag detail from CASCOM prepares to install flags during the Blue Star Memorial Highway marker dedication ceremony Tuesday on the Lee Club lawn. For more photos, see Page 4.

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PMO recognized for trafﬁc safety excellence Amy Perry Production/News Assistant Editor

The Fort Lee Provost Marshal Office was recently recognized by the Virginia Association of Chiefs of Police for its efforts at Fort Lee. The department received second place in the Virginia Law Enforcement Challenge for best in traffic safety and law enforcement in the commonwealth (military category) during a ceremony Sept. 1 in Williamsburg during the VACP’s 90th annual training conference. The Fort Eustis department earned first place. The program concentrates on recognizing efforts to enforce laws and educate the public about occupant protection, impaired driving and speed-

ing, said Capt. Brian Bishop, Provost Marshal Operations officer. “We submitted an application that documented our agency’s efforts and effectiveness in these areas,” said Bishop. “The winning safety programs are those that combine officer training, public information and enforcement to reduce crashes and injuries within our respective jurisdictions.” Among the positive outcomes listed in the submission were a 40-percent decrease of driving while impaired in 2014, a decrease in speeding violations, an increase awareness of child seat safety and a 41-percent decrease in distracted driving offenses. Many states don’t allow military law enforcement departments to compete in their law

enforcement challenge, and Bishop said the department was proud of being recognized by the state. “This award gives credit to our law enforcement officers and the work they do to keep the community safe,” he said. Fort Lee’s PMO has received recognition in this category previously in 2010 and 2012, but it had not submitted an award package in the last three years. Maj. Joe Tull, Provost Marshal, said he was not surprised the department placed in the competition. “Our law enforcement officers are always working to make Fort Lee safer,” he said. “I’m glad their efforts are being recognized by outside agencies. The community should be proud of the work they do every day.”

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Department of the Army Civilian Police Capt. Louis Ostmann, DACP Maj. Joe Metzger, Capt. Brian Bishop and Maj. Joe Tull, Provost Marshal, pose with their second place award for their achievement in the Virginia Law Enforcement Challenge for best in traffic safety and law enforcement in the commonwealth (military category). The Sept. 1 ceremony in Williamsburg was during the VACP’s 90th annual training conference.

UHPHPEHULQJ D IDOOHQ KHUR U.S. Army Ordnance School leaders dedicated a conference room to Spc. Jason A. Disney Sr., the first Ordnance Soldier to die during the Global War on Terror, during a ceremony Wednesday. In attendance for the event was Disney’s mother, Karla Wade, and his son Jason Disney Jr., who cut the ribbon to officially dedicate the conference room along with Brig. Gen. Kurt Ryan, Chief of Ordnance and Ord. School commandant, and Command Sgt. Maj. Edward Morris, Ord. School regimental command sergeant major. Disney served as a wheeled vehicle repairer and welder with the 7th Transportation Battalion, Fort Bragg, N.C., when he was deployed to Afghanistan in November 2001 to support Operation Enduring Freedom. He was killed Feb. 13, 2002, in an industrial welding accident while making improvements to Bagram Airfield in preparation for arriving Soldiers. His decorations include the Meritorious Service Medal, Army Good Conduct Medal, National Defense Service Medal, Global War on Terrorism Expeditionary Medal, Global War on Terrorism Service Medal and the Army Service Ribbon.

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Photos by Amy Perry

(ABOVE) Paul Hinson, a land use engineer from the Virginia Department of Transportation, reveals the Blue Star Memorial Highway marker during the dedication ceremony Tuesday on the Lee Club lawn. The Nathaniel Cawsey Garden Club was responsible for coordinating with VDOT and the local government to name Highway 36 a Blue Star Memorial Highway. The marker will be placed between the Lee Avenue Gate and Sisisky Boulevard Gate on Highway 36. (RIGHT) Phil Arendsen II, commander of the Hopewell Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 637, and Mabel Farris, commander of Prince George American Legion Post 120, present a wreath to honor service members after the unveiling.

Drug Take-Back Day Sept. 26 Fort Lee community members can turn in their unused and expired prescription and non-prescription medications for safe disposal Sept. 26, 10 a.m. - 2 p.m., at Kenner Army Health Clinic, building 8130, A Avenue parking lot. The take-back service is free and anonymous. KAHC will accept liquids, tablets, capsules and all other solid dosage forms of unwanted medication. Fluids should be in their original containers, and it is important to remove or cross out personal identification information from all containers. For details, call (804) 734-9693.

Free Layaway at Exchange The Army and Air Force Exchange has launched a free layaway program on purchases of $25 or more. The Exchange

will waive the $3 service fee for military shoppers who place items on layaway and pay by Dec. 24 â€“ including toys and bikes. A deposit of 15 percent is required to hold items. For details, visit the Exchange customer service desk.

Liberty Chapel. Anyone in the community can attend that event. Visit http://bit. ly/1Dg3eTF to see the active list of issues that are being worked at the Army level as a result of AFAP. For questions and issue paper submissions at Fort Lee, email afap@leemwr. com or call (804) 734-7979.

AFAP Conference Oct. 6-8

Application Window Open for Legal Education Program

Community input is being accepted for the 2015 Fort Lee Army Family Action Plan Conference, which is slated for Oct. 6-8, at Liberty Chapel. Soldiers, family members, retirees and DOD Civilians may participate in the conference as volunteers and by submitting issues for consideration. Additional details can be found on the Army Community Service webpage at www.leemwr.com. During the garrison conference, volunteer delegates from the community are divided into working groups that discuss the submitted issue papers. Selected issue papers will be presented to senior leadership during the AFAP out-brief Oct. 8, 11:30 a.m., at

The Office of The Judge Advocate General is accepting applications for the 2015 Army Funded Legal Education Program until Nov. 1. The program is open to commissioned officers in the rank of second lieutenant through captain with 2-6 years of active federal service effective Sept. 1. The JAG Corps hopes to select up to 25 junior officers to attend law school beginning in the fall of 2016 who will remain on active duty during their studies. Those interested should contact their local staff judge advocate. For details, email yvonne.m.caron2. civ@mail.mil.

Petersburg Bus Service to McGuire VA Hospital The Petersburg Area Transit offers mid-day service to McGuire VA Hospital Monday-Friday at 100 W. Washington St. A bus departs at 12:15 p.m. and arrives at the hospital at approximately 12:45 p.m. Service to PAT from the hospital arrives at approximately 1:45 p.m. Saturday bus service to the hospital leaves at 10:15 a.m. and 3:15 p.m. For details, call (804) 733-2415.

Kenner Prescription Changes Effective Oct. 1, a new law requires all TRICARE beneficiaries, except active duty service members, to obtain select brand name maintenance drugs through either TRICARE Pharmacy Home Delivery or from a military pharmacy. Beneficiaries who keep using a retail pharmacy for these medications will have to pay the full cost. For details, visit http://www.tricare. mil/CoveredServices/BenefitUpdates/ Archives/09_01_15_EMM.aspx.

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The U.S. Army Garrison, Fort Lee, and several other organizations have scheduled events in support of September’s Suicide Prevention and Awareness Month. For more information, call (804) 734-3415. Sept. 14 Take Action Booth – participate in the Take Action pledge and get information and goodies; 11 a.m. -1:30 p.m., Fort Lee Post Exchange ACE-Suicide Intervention Training – meets annual suicide prevention training requirement; 1-5 p.m., Liberty Chapel Sept. 18 Take Action Booth – participate in the Take Action pledge and get information and goodies; 11 a.m. - 1:30 p.m., Fort Lee Post Exchange ACE-Suicide Intervention Training – meets annual suicide prevention training requirement; 8 a.m. - noon, Liberty Chapel Sept. 21 Take Action Booth – participate in the Take Action pledge and get information and goodies; 11 a.m. -1:30 p.m., Fort Lee Post Exchange ACE-Suicide Intervention Training – meets annual suicide prevention training requirement; 1-5 p.m., Liberty Chapel

Sept. 25 Take Action Booth – participate in the Take Action pledge and get information and goodies; 11 a.m. - 1:30 p.m., Fort Lee Post Exchange A C E - S u i c i d e Intervention Training – meets annual suicide prevention training requirement; 8 a.m. - noon, Liberty Chapel Sept. 28 A C E - S u i c i d e Intervention Training – meets annual suicide prevention training requirement; 1-5 p.m., Liberty Chapel Sept. 29 Leader Professional Development, 2-5 p.m., Army Logistics University multi-purpose room – topics include suicide prevention, intervention and post intervention. Also featured is a panel discussion with survivors John and Marie Ganues and psychiatrist, Dr. John Jackson. Sept. 30 Take Action Walk/Run – 6 a.m. - 2 p.m., Williams Stadium. Participate in the Take Action pledge and Fort Lee Resource Fair; walk or run a lap to show action for suicide prevention, learn about suicide prevention, and get a few goodies.

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Fort Lee ‘family of systems’ key to emergency notiﬁcation A key element of disaster preparedness is knowing how you would be notified and what immediate steps need to be taken when an emergency warning is heard. “If you don’t know what you’re looking or listening for, it’s harder to recognize it when a serious incident is occurring,” noted Thomas Loden, installation emergency manager for the Fort Lee Directorate of Plans, Training, Mobilization and Security. “Furthermore, there’s no such thing as a single, all-encompassing alert system; so, it’s important to know where the gaps exist and have a plan for spreading the word so every community member is aware of what’s happening.” Fort Lee uses a “family of systems” to ensure everyone receives timely notification of a pending or ongoing natural or man-made emergency. According to Loden, the goal of mass warning and notification is to ensure everyone who lives, works, trains or transits the installation is notified within 10 minutes of an event. “The head of the family is the exterior voice speaker network, which many individuals on post hear every Wednesday afternoon and evening when we (the installation operations center) conduct a test of the equipment,” Loden said. “Exterior voice is multidirectional and is designed for those outside of a structure to hear the warning message and take appropriate action such as seeking shelter due to an impending event.” A variety of factors can impact the exte-

rior voice network’s range including wind, atmospheric conditions, ambient noise and malfunctioning equipment. “That’s a big reason why we conduct weekly tests. It familiarizes the community with the system and helps us identify range and operational issues. We always encourage individuals to call or send an email to us if they’re having a hard time hearing the system or notice that a speaker is broken.” Many administrative buildings and customer service facilities on post also are equipped with the interior voice system. Features include flashing lights, a warning alarm and local messaging for fire and other emergencies. “The IOC can select individual buildings, targeted zones on the installation or the entire collection of facilities that have interior voice capability,” Loden explained. “That gives us a lot of flexibility in tailoring emergency alerts to the situation, i.e., bomb threats, active-shooter incidents, and so on. Facility managers also have the ability to activate their building’s warning system during an emergency. It’s a multifunctional system and the IOC can provide training for building occupants and managers upon request.” Key leaders on the installation receive emergency notification via email and are encouraged to further distribute that information to others, particularly at subordinate levels. “Remember, LeeKey email traffic does not reach everyone on the installation or

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A military member inputs details into the AtHoc system. Fort Lee is implementing this program across the installation.

every individual on the primary email exchange server,” Loden said. “Not getting important information is worse than possible duplication of messages, so communicating vertically and horizontally is imperative.” A great source of information during weather-related emergencies is the IOC’s status update hotline – (804) 765-2679 – Loden continued. It is updated twice a day when incidents occur that result in the early release of post employees, delays in opening times, closures and/or hazardous road conditions. “That resource is nor-

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mally used in conjunction with the notices that appear on local television and radio networks,” he said. “In those instances, we only control the information that’s being provided. How it’s presented is up to the network, and they all do it differently, so the time we send it and when it’s actually announced can significantly vary.” Lastly, “AtHoc” is the youngest member of the installation’s mass warning system. It is a computer-driven program specifically designed to send multiple emergency notices to subscribers through the official on-post computer network, cellphones (voice and text), email, home phones and more. Training sessions for command groups and other office teams is under way. According to Loden, additional details and self-registration information will appear in a near-future edition of the Traveller. Post employees with access to the main Fort Lee network also will receive a self-registration link and instructions in their office email in the coming weeks. “In summary, the DPTMS team – acting on behalf of installation leaders – is doing everything it can to ensure residents, employees and visitors are notified as quickly as possible if an emergency situation poses a threat to the safety and wellbeing of our community members,” Loden said. “In return, we ask everyone on post to increase their awareness … take the time to listen when messages are relayed and take the appropriate action based upon the response plans that should be in writing, rehearsed and well-publicized. Never assume that it’s ‘only a test’ of the system; disasters can strike anytime and every second counts.” – DPTMS and Staff Reports

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This installment of the Historic Photo of the Month looks back to the summer of 1942 and the first tug o’ war championship. “Ten mammoth mountains of the 12th Regiment, representing more than a long ton of humanity on the hoof, tugged themselves to glory last Saturday afternoon by winning the first tug o’ war championship of Camp Lee.” This opening paragraph appeared under the headline “12th Regt. Behemoths Win Tug O’ War Crown” atop an article on Page 4 in the Camp Lee Traveller, Aug. 5, 1942. The heading over the photo “Ready! Set! Tug!!!” captured the call to start. “The Quartermaster regiments and Reception Center were represented in the elimination matches that finally dwindled down to the camp’s two newest regiments, the 12th and the 13th. At the beginning of the final event, the 13th, that averaged 218 ½ pounds., started quickly and almost had the rope’s center beyond the scoring point – but when the tonners of the 12th entrenched themselves all was over but the grunting,” the article read. “The 12th Regt. averaged 226 pounds per man and was captained by Sgt. Lou B. Mahar, who did the vocal coaching of “heaving” and “ho-ing” from the sidelines. The winning team consisted of privates H.M. Frederiksen of Co. L.; Ben Maxwell of Co. L.; Lou A. Ferber of Co. F; Silvio D. Zaninelli of Co. E; Vincent T. Broderick of Co. E; Meyer Scharf of Co. L., Richard E. Everett of Co. L.; Anthony F. Brady of Co.

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“Two mountainous masses of muscular manhood are shown lined up ready for action as the 12th Regiment met the 13th Regt. in the tug-o-war championship finals,” read this photo’s caption in the Aug. 5, 1942 Traveller. The photo is part of the archives at the U.S. Army Quartermaster Museum.

E.; and Cpl. Sanford Haskell of Co. E. “At some future date, Maj. Gen. James E. Edmonds, camp commander, will present a plaque to the victorious 12th Regt., and each member of the team will receive a gold-plated medal. “The events will be held every two months so that during every training period, trainees will have an opportunity to compete, Lt. J.H. Springer, camp athletic officer, announced. “Officiating at the meet were Capt. Ronald Brooks of the QM School (serving as a judge); Lt. Springer, umpire; Pvt. Joe Novak, referee;

and Pvt. Harold Warmouth, scorer.” The Traveller is celebrating 75 years of serving military members and their families at Fort Lee and Camp Lee with a strong journalism tradition. To mark this significant event, a special insert was included in the July 16 edition of the newspaper. To read the 12-page supplement, visit www.ftleetraveller.com and click on the image under “Featured Special Section. The Traveller welcomes comments from readers about this series. Comments can be posted on www. facebook.com/ftleetraveller.

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Mellen Minton Heggie (Violet), Caitlin Sneed (Judy) and Sara Meinhofer (Doralee) play the leading roles in “9 to 5, the Musical,” now playing at the Lee Theater. The play is based on the 1980 movie with music and lyrics by Dolly Parton. The remaining shows are slated for Sept. 11, 12, 18 and 19 at 8 p.m. and Sept. 13 and 20 at 3 p.m. Tickets are $13 for adults and $7 for youth. For reservations or details, call (804) 734-6629.

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A class of noncommissioned officers from the U.S. Army Logistics NCO Academy pose for a photo Aug. 22 after completing a community service project for the Hopewell Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 637. The NCOs spent their day at the post’s Prince George County recreation area trimming trees, spreading gravel and cleaning various areas. Their work will allow VFW members and their families to fish and camp safely. Staff Sgt. Scott Mitcheltree, small group leader, and James Cooper, civilian instructor, noted how the students went about their volunteer work with a sense of honor. Cooper went on to say, “it was an honor working with this fine group of noncommissioned officers and their service is greatly appreciated by all of the members of Post 637.”

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OFF DUTY IN THE COMMUNITY | UCI ROAD CHAMPIONSHIPS SEPT. 19-27

12 bike races feature world-class riders Ray Kozakewicz Production Assistant

For nine days â€“ Sept. 19-27 â€“ Richmond will be the cycling capital of the world when the Union Cycliste Internationale Road World Championships will be held across the area. It is only the second time in 92 years the premier races will be held the U.S. The championships are one of professional cyclingâ€™s biggest competitions behind only the Tour de France and Olympic games. Many in the Richmond area are excited about being able to watch more than 1,000 professional riders from 70-plus countries. â€œIt has been nearly 30 years since the last time the world champions were held on U.S. soil,â€? said Paul Shanks, director of communications and digital marketing for Richmond 2015, the host organization. â€œThis is truly one of the worldâ€™s greatest sporting events in terms of pageantry, drama, excitement and magnitude.â€? Shanks said, â€œEach year during the cycling calendar, cyclists race for their trade teams. Then, at the end of the year, for one event only, they shed their trade-team jerseys and put on the colors of their national flags and race on behalf of their countries for the title of world champions.â€? An estimated 450,000 spectators â€“ local and from around the U.S. and the world â€“ are expected to view the elite racers. Delegations competing will be from Afghanistan to Zimbabwe. An estimated 300 million viewers worldwide will watch on television. Over the course of the nine days, there will be 12 world championship events in three different disciplines in the sport of road cycling, said Shanks. These are the traditional road race, individual team time trials and individual time trials in four age categories. They include elite men and women, under-23 men and junior men and

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Team Skye, a British cycling team, takes part in a recent team trial for the UCI Road World Championships set for Richmond Sept. 19-27. More than 1,000 professional cyclists will compete in the international event from more than 70 countries.

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women. The shortest event is the Junior Womenâ€™s Time Trial Sept. 21, which is about 14 miles. The longest event is the Menâ€™s Elite Road Race Sept. 27, which is about 160 miles and will take more than six hours to complete. The championships kick off

with the Team Time Trial Sept. 19, 9 a.m. - noon, at Lewis Ginter Botanical Garden, 1800 Lakeside Ave., Richmond. Teams will travel 24.1 miles through Richmondâ€™s historic Northside neighborhoods, then east down Route 5, winding through Richmond National Battlefield Park, entering the city through Shockoe Bottom, eventually making a hard right turn on Governor Street to ascend 300 meters to the finish line. He noted, â€œThis is much more than a great bike race for Richmond. Over the nine days, we will have a giant global festival with fan zones around the course, entertainment, beer gardens, jumbotrons and much more.â€? A great place to watch the race and take part in the festivities will be the Greater Richmond Convention Center, East Broad and 5th streets. It will serve as the indoor staging area and include the start of a number of races and the finish line for all the races. There is no admission. â€œThe convention center will be a great venue and central hub for our

free FanFest. The FanFest will feature daily race coverage, jumbotrons, live music, food, craft beers and interactive exhibitors and vendors. It also will be the site for the official UCI Awards Ceremonies,â€? said Shanks. Another FanZone will be at Libby Hill Park, N. 28th and Main streets, where spectators can watch the riders attack a twisting course of cobble stones on a 250-meter climb up to the park. A smaller FanZone will be on 23rd Street where riders face a 110-meter climb. Ginter Park also will have a FanZone. During the entire event there will be viewing parties bordering the race course. The UCI officially opens with a free ceremony Sept. 18, 6:308:30 p.m., on Brownâ€™s Island along the James River. Special guests include members of the UCI, USA Cycling and Team USA. Rayvon Owen, a Richmond â€œAmerican Idolâ€? finalist, will sing the national anthem. The program will include special musical performances, and area students will lead a Parade of Flags featuring the flags representing the 70-plus nations competing during the worlds. While the event is free, tickets are required and can be obtained at: https://www. eventbrite.com/e/uci-roadworld-championships-openingceremony-tickets-18135981208. Spectators are urged to visit richmond2015.com and richmond2015.com/fanfest/ to view the race schedules and courses each day, satellite parking information, maps and more. â€œOur website has a wealth of information for spectators. There is navigation information on how to get around Richmond and view the races. The courses range from Richmond City, Henrico County and Hanover County,â€? he said. Many business in downtown Richmond will curtail operations

during parts of the event, Virginia Commonwealth University has canceled regular classes Sept. 21-25 and some area public schools will close certain days and churches have adjusted their service schedules. Cycling fans driving to the races are encouraged to take advantage of the shuttle and satellite parking options designed for the event. Visit navigate. richmond2015.com for details. â€œWe will have multiple parking lots and shuttle systems planned. It is reserved parking only so people will need to go online to reserve spaces,â€? he said. Parking in the satellite lots is $10 per day plus tax and must be reserved in advance through www.2015worldsclickandpark. com. There is no cash payment option at the satellite lots. Free shuttles will take fans to and from the races at regular intervals daily. A complete schedule of satellite parking and shuttles can be found at navigate.Richmond2015.com. In addition, Richmondâ€™s Greater Richmond Transit Company is offering a specialevent pass for $35 that is good for unlimited rides during the races (a pass is valid from Sept. 1828). For more information about schedules and routes, visit GRTC. Cycling to the event is a great way to experience the world championships. Richmond 2015 will operate multiple free bike valets for the public throughout the nine-day event. â€œOne of the great things about cycling, is that it is free and open to the public. On the final weekend (Sept. 26-27), the road race circuit spans 10 miles. All along that route there will be great places to watch the race. Come out and experience what the world championships have to offer,â€? said Shanks. For more information, visit www.richmond2015.com

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Petersburg National Battleﬁeld welcomes 4th grader through Every Kid in a Park initiative New national program encourages families and classes to visit national parks PETERSBURG – Petersburg National Battlefield invites all 4th grade students to visit the park for free as part of the White House’s new “Every Kid in a Park” program. Fourth grade students can now go to www.everykidinapark.gov to complete an activity and obtain a free annual entry pass to more than 2,000 federal recreation areas, including national parks. “During the National Park Service’s

centennial celebration in 2016, we want everyone to get to know Petersburg National Battlefield and their national parks. We are offering a special invitation to all fourth graders and their families to discover everything that national parks have to offer,” said Petersburg National Battlefield Superintendent Lewis Rogers. “We hope these free passes will introduce 4th graders, their classes and families to our national treasures, places where they can run and play, explore and learn.” PNB offers a variety of activities that fourth graders and their families can enjoy, including guided tours, living history

demonstration, hiking trails and, a selfguided junior ranger activity. To receive their free pass for national parks, fourth graders can visit the Every Kid in a Park website and play a game to access their special Every Kid in a Park pass. Fourth graders and their families can then use this pass for free entry into national parks and other federal public lands and waters across the country through Aug. 31, 2016. The website also includes fun and engaging learning activities aligned to educational standards, trip planning tools, safety and packing tips and other impor-

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tant and helpful information for educators and parents. The goal of the Every Kid in a Park program is to connect 4th graders with the great outdoors and inspire them to become future environmental stewards, ready to preserve and protect national parks and other public lands for years to come. The program is an important part of the National Park Service’s centennial celebration in 2016, which encourages everyone to Find Your Park. Every Kid in a Park is an administrative-wide effort, launched by President Obama, and supported by eight federal agencies, including the National Park Service, the Army Corps of Engineers, Bureau of Land Management, Bureau of Reclamation, Department of Education, Fish and Wildlife Service, Forest Service, and National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration. – National Park Service

Shopping the exchange pays dividends Soldiers and their families shopping and dining at Army and Air Force Exchange Service stores and restaurants on Fort Lee generated $1,565,606.63 last year for Army qualityof-life programs. Over the past 10 years, the Exchange has provided more than $2.4 billion in dividends to military programs including Battle Drive Pool, Fort Lee Bowling Center and the Cardinal Golf Club. “Roughly two-thirds of Exchange earnings are paid to the services’ morale, welfare and recreation programs, while the other third goes toward building new stores and renovating facilities,” said Rita Inchaurregui-Powell, Fort Lee Exchange general manager. The Exchange’s mission

of providing quality goods and services at competitively low prices while generating earnings to support quality-of-life efforts means that the Exchange benefit is more than finding a good price on merchandise. This structure ensures that shoppers who take advantage of their benefit at the Fort Lee Exchange or online www. shopmyexchange.com are working to better their communities. “One hundred percent of Exchange earnings serve Soldiers and their families,” said InchaurreguiPowell. “When service members shop or dine at their Exchange, they’re investing in their own community, making it a better place to live and work.” – Fort Lee Exchange

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&/$,5( '(50(5 Hometown: Toledo, Ohio Family: “Husband, Steve; 3-year old son, John; 10-month old daughter, Gabriella; and 6-year old Rhodesian Ridgeback, Luigi (dog).” Job Title: Health promotion Officer Military service: “Served almost five years on active duty in the Army as a CBRN officer at Fort Polk (La.), and have serving the past two years in the Army Reserve as a Signal Corps officer in Richmond. I transitioned from active duty in March 2013 and served as the health promotion officer at Fort Polk, then moved to Fort Lee to serve as the health promotion officer at Fort Lee.” Job duties: “Facilitating the Community Health Promotion Council process, which includes working with commanders and

health and wellness service providers to enhance readiness and resilience across the Total Army (including service members, family members, DA Civilians, and retirees). We do this by synchronizing and integrating efforts to identify and address high risk behaviors and health concerns in the Fort Lee community.” How did you get started with the federal government? “My job is currently a fellowship position with Oak Ridge Institute of Science and Education, which is categorized as a contractor.” How did you start working at CASCOM? “I was hired as the first health promotion officer at Fort Lee in October 2013, reporting to both the senior commander and U.S. Army Public Health Command.” What are your thoughts on your working environment? “I

am surrounded by so many intelligent professionals and love that I have the opportunity to be constantly learning from each of them.” Challenges of job: “Trying to impact a change in behaviors that have been in place and acceptable for years.” Motivation for job: “To have a positive impact in others lives and serving others – specifically

those in the military community.” One thing you can’t live without? “Red wine.” Favorite vacation: “Although I love to travel and explore new places, especially in other countries, I think my favorite vacation was probably a hiking trip I took with my husband.” Pet peeves: “Grammar mistakes.” Favorite book: “‘Hunger Games’ trilogy because those are the only books I can remember I was hanging on every word. In fact, there were times when I would be awake in the middle of the night with my first baby, and I would keep myself up after he’d fall asleep so I could continue reading with a flashlight.” Favorite food: “Pasta ... kind of hard not to be when you are married to an Italian.” Worst fear: “Losing the ones I love.” Talents: “Playing flute and drawing.” Hobbies: “Before I had kids,

I loved to swim, run, hike and backpack – hopefully someday soon, I will regain the energy and time to pick some of these hobbies back up!” A life lesson to share: “You have to be a good listener if you want others to listen to you.” Name someone you admire: “My mother, Barbara Fedynich.” Qualities you admire in others: “Ability to eloquently balance work, family, faith and fun. I haven’t mastered this yet.” What do you expect from your leaders? “To genuinely care for their peers and subordinates-and show it.” What is something people would be surprised to know about you? “In college, I played rugby ... and was in the marching band.” Future aspirations: “To retire early and be able to travel with family and do volunteer work.” – Compiled by Amy Perry

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with every fill-up. In addition to the nickel savings, the Fort Lee Express periodically also offers steeper discounts during certain holidays. “Anytime a customer uses a bank-issued debit or credit card, the gas station pays a portion of the transaction to a third-party financial institution,” said the Exchange’s General Manager Rita Inchaurregui-Powell. “Because the MILITARY STAR® card is administered by the Exchange Credit Program,

our Express is not subject to the these additional fees. As a result, we’re able to pass savings on to cardholders by taking 5 cents off each gallon dispensed.” Beyond exclusive discounts, Exchange Express relies on a survey process to ensure prices are fair and competitive with the local community. Specifically, the Exchange conducts daily surveys of at

least five fiv local gas stations. Pump pri prices are then set equal to the low lowest price surveyed for each grad grade of fuel. “B “Because market-based pr pricing is not contingent o on cost, we survey and cchange prices as freq quently as necessary to remain competitive,” said InchaurreguiPowell. Charging sales tax on fuel can raise questions for shoppers used to the tax-free benefit that the Exchange provides on almost everything, except gas. While the Exchange, which is part of the Department of Defense, is immune from state and local taxes, the immunity specific to fuel has been waived by Congress (Hayden Cartwright Act, 4 U.S.C. 104).

The Exchange, and by extension its customers, also pays federal tax pursuant to the U.S. code that covers federal tax on gasoline (26 U.S.C. § 4081(a)). Accordingly, Exchange pump prices include state, federal and local motor fuel taxes, as well as underground storage fees, etc. The federal and state taxes, as well as other applicable fees, are included in the price and paid to the appropriate taxing authority. “Gas pricing is a very complex issue, impacted by world markets, political and economic factors,” said InchaurreguiPowell. “With that said, the Exchange is doing everything within its power to deliver the best value possible to drivers at Fort Lee.” – Army and Air Force Exchange Service

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Members of Colonial Heights American Legion Post 284 Legion Family pose for a photo while attending the American Legion College in Richmond Aug. 7-9. They are, from left, John Woyansky, Jesse Stacy, Sue Oertel, Rick Oertel, George Ahrend, Mike Lathem, Marina Smith, Steve Simonson, Jerry Chenault, Betty Michalek and Bill Shill. The group was led by commander Bob Shumar. Post 284 joined hundreds of other Legion Family members from across Virginia in learning more about how to improve and administer the dozens of community-based programs the Legion is known for sponsoring. These include: American Legion Boys State and American Legion Auxiliary Girls State, American Legion Baseball, Junior Shooting Sports, High School Oratorical Contests, scholarships, patriotic observances, veteran’s assistance, job, youth and wellness fairs and more.

Lee women’s museum loans WWII bicycle to VWM U.S. Army Women’s Museum at Fort Lee has loaned a bicycle specifically designed for members of the Women’s Army Auxiliary Corps during World War II to the Virginia War Memorial in Richmond. It is on display at VWM through September to coincide with the Richmond 2015 UCI World Cycling Championship taking place Sept. 1927 in the city and surrounding area. According to Amanda Vtipilson, the Women’s Museum Education curator, the bicycle was developed at the request of the then newly established WAAC that noted that ordinary bicycles of that era were too heavy and lacked an open frame. The bicycle on display is painted olive green, is sixfeet long, three-and-half feet high and weighs just 55 pounds. It was the first gender-specific equipment intended for use by Army women.

“We are grateful to Dr. Francoise Bonnell, the Army Women’s Museum executive director, and her staff for allowing us to display this unique and historic bicycle,” said Jon Hatfield, executive director of VWM. “It also gives us the opportunity to encourage the thousands of visitors who will be in the city for the races to learn about the U.S. Army’s Women’s Museum at Fort Lee, and perhaps plan a visit there while they are in our area.” He noted, “With the excitement of the bike race coming to Richmond, our curator Jesse Smith and our staff at the memorial were looking for an artifact that highlights cycling and would fit in with our military-themed exhibits.” For details, visit www. vawarmemorial.com. –– Virginia War Memorial

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human intervention such as getting a vaccine. It is important to note vaccines are not available for all diseases. No one can predict when and where the next disease outbreak will occur, so make sure that you and your family members are protected by being upto-date on vaccines. The U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention and its Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices currently have recommendations for different vaccines for all ages to help prevent against many, but not all infectious diseases. Vaccination schedules and recommended vaccines are outlined below for each age group: • Children (birth through 6 years old) – http://www.cdc.gov/vaccines/parents/downloads/ parent-ver-sch-0-6yrs.pdf • Preteens and teens (7 through 18 years old)

– http://www.cdc.gov/vaccines/who/teens/downl o a d s / p a re n t - v e r s i o n schedule-7-18yrs.pdf • Adults – http://www. cdc.gov/vaccines/schedules/downloads/adult/ adult-combined-schedule. pdf Remember to always ask a health provider questions about immunization status, recommended vaccines and booster shots. It’s also important to work with your health care provider, as not everyone may be eligible to receive all the recommended vaccines depending on their current health status or medical history. Remember the popular saying, “An ounce of prevention is worth a pound of cure,” so take the necessary steps to ensure all family members are protected. If planning to travel, check the travel alerts and vaccine requirements.

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EVENTS Lee Scout Troop Membership Nights | Sept. 10, 17 Families with boys in 1st grade thru high school who are interested in joining or learning more about Scouting are encouraged to attend a program Sept. 10 or 17, 6-7 p.m., at the Fort Lee Scout Hut, 4000 B Ave. For details, email Gertrud Mott at gmott@sent.com or call (804) 733-4632.

9/11 Service at Chapel | Sept. 11 A 9/11 service will be held Sept. 11, noon, at Memorial Chapel, building 10600. The theme is “A Time to Remember and Heal.” Refreshments will follow the service. For details, call (804) 734-0165.

CYSS Openings Available | Ongoing Child, Youth and School Services has openings in its full-day childcare, partday preschool, School-Age Services and middle school and teen programs. The cost varies. The programs are Monday Friday, 9 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. For details and to enroll children, call (804) 765-3852.

Exchange Disney Concept Shop Grand Opening | Sept. 12 Community members are invited to the opening of the Disney Concept shop Sept. 12 at Fort Lee Main Exchange. A cake walk for ages 4-7 is set for 11:30 a.m., and another at 12:30 p.m. for ages 8-12. Other activities include karaoke and coloring tables for kids. All clearance toys will be sold at an additional 30 percent off for the day. For details, call (804) 861-5970.

Member - Guest Golf Tourney | Sept. 18 A member-guest golf tournament is set for Sept. 18, 12:30 p.m., at the Cardinal Golf Club. This is a 2-person scramble of men, women or mixed. The cost is $40 per team.

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It includes golf, a cart, range, food, beverages and prizes. Entries must be paid by Sept. 16. For registration and details, call (804) 734-2899.

FMWR Football Kickoff Party | Sept. 12 Community members can celebrate the start of the new NFL season at the Jersey Night and Football Kickoff Party, Sept. 12, 8 p.m. - 2 a.m., at the HideAway. Participants can win prizes for football trivia knowledge and most team spirit by wearing their favorite team jersey. There is no cover charge. The doors open at 6:30 p.m. For details, call (804) 765-1539.

Breakfast and Blessings | Sept. 17 A Breakfast and Blessings service is set for Sept. 17, 8-8:30 a.m., at the 1st Logistics Memorial, adjacent to CASCOM. The program is a spiritual renewal and fellowship. It includes a free breakfast. The 392nd Army Band will provide music. For details, call Chaplain (Maj.) Stanton Trotter at (804) 734-0033 or email stanton.d.trotter.mil@mail.mil.

Military Appreciation Day | Sept. 19 Virginia State University will hold a Military Appreciation Day during its football game Sept. 19, 2 p.m., at Rogers Stadium, Ettrick. The Trojans face the Kentucky State University Thorobreds. All uniformed and military personnel with a valid active, retired or dependent identification card will be admitted to the football game at no charge. This annual game is dedicated to honoring active duty military members and veterans for their service and commitment to the nation.

KAHC Active Duty Clinic Ceremony | Sept. 26 A ribbon-cutting ceremony for the newly renovated active duty clinic at Kenner Army Health Clinic is scheduled for Sept. 25, 10:30 a.m. All clinic beneficiaries – especially those in the military who will use the new area – are welcome to attend. For details, call (804) 734-9086.

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Calendar, continued Retiree Appreciation Day | Sept. 26 Fort Lee Retiree Appreciation Day will be held Sept. 26, 8:30 a.m., at the Soldier Support Center, located between 13th and 16th streets. The event includes updates on TRICARE, information on resources and services available to military retirees, raffles and prizes, and more. Jaime Areizaga-Soto, deputy secretary of Veterans and Defense Affairs for the Commonwealth of Virginia, will be the guest speaker. A free lunch will be provided to military retirees and their family members. For details, call (804) 734-6555.

Military Job Fair | Sept. 29 A job fair hosted by the Civilian Jobs organization is set for Sept. 29, 10 a.m. - 2 p.m., at the Regimental Club, 2609 C Ave. The event will feature regional and national employers with positions in administration, aviation, customer service, law enforcement, logistics, maintenance, engineering and more. To pre-register, visit www. civilianjobs.com. For details, call (678) 819-4153.

Cardinal Club Championship Signup Deadline | Oct. 1 Registration is open for the annual Club Championship until Oct. 1 at the Cardinal Golf Club. The event is set for Oct. 3-4, 7:30 a.m. It is open to all annual members with USGA handicaps. It will be a two-person team, 36-hole stroke play event. The $60 fee includes golf, a cart, lunch and beverages on both days, plus prizes. For registration and details, call (804) 734-2899.

National Disability Month Program at DeCA | Oct. 6 Register by Sept. 29 for the National Disability Month program set for Oct. 6, 1:30-3:30 p.m., at the Defense Commissary Agency headquarters in multi-purpose rooms 3 and 4. The guest speaker will be Michael Murray, principal advisor, U.S. Office of Personnel Management, who will speak on “Recruiting, Retaining and Honoring Federal Employees with Disabilities.” For registration and details, email or call (804) 734-8000 ext. 48267.

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YOUTH FMWR Youth Bowling Signup | Sept. 12-19 The Fort Lee Youth Bowling League will hold registration for the upcoming league season Sept. 12-19 at the Bowling Center. Signup opens 9 a.m. - noon Sept. 12. There will be free bowling that morning for those who join the league. A registration fee of $21 is due by final registration. Volunteer coaches also are needed. For details, call (804) 734-6860.

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Market in the Park | Sept. 12 The Surry SPCA will hold its monthly Market in the Park Sept. 12, 9 a.m. - 2 p.m., at Oak Park in Surry. The event includes cats and/or dogs available for adoption, a variety of home- made cookies, pastry, bread and other food items for sale, and many hand-made wooden and jewelry items for purchase. People can rent spaces for $10. The next two dates are Oct. 10 and Nov. 14. For details, call (804) 541-1020 or email houndmaster@comcast.net.

Howlett Line Civil War Tour | Sept. 12 A driving tour of Civil War battle sites that played a major role in the 1864 Bermuda Hundred Campaign will be offered Sept. 12, 2-5 p.m., beginning at Henricus Historical Park, 251 Henricus Park Road, Chester. The cost is $15. Participants will learn about a line of defenses known as the Howlett Line. Transportation will be provided. Participants should wear comfortable shoes and bring snacks and water. For registration and details, visit www. chesterfieldhistory.com.

Isle of Wight County Fair | Sept. 17-20 The Isle of Wight County Fair will be held Sept. 17-20 at the Heritage ParkJoel C. Bradshaw Fairgrounds, 21311 Courthouse Highway, Windsor. The events includes food, entertainment, mid-way rides, lawn mower races and more. For details, call (757) 357-2291 or visit www.thefairiscoming.com.

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DOWN 1. It grew out of disco; still popular in Europe 2. A Bluegrass State treasure 4. Aretha Franklin is considered its royalty 6. The Cajun-influenced music of Louisiana Creoles 7. A fusion between native Louisiana music and the rhythms of the Caribbean 8. Representative of Mexican music and culture 9. Alternative rock genre that emerged out of the Northwest 10. It’s not always a large orchestra, but have soloists and quintets as well 12. Its birth can be traced to one city in the Southern U.S. 15. Organs are associated with this genre For this week’s answers, visit www.ftleetraveller.com/ community_life/puzzle/.

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