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CSM Morris takes top NCO spot for Ord. Corps SEE PAGE 3 MILITARY TEAMS VIE FOR TOP KICKBALL TROPHY A tournament that was meant to raise awareness of domestic violence also succeeded in drawing a large ďŹ eld of competitors from across post SEE PAGE 13
EBOLA UPDATE Health experts at Kenner Army Health Clinic discuss symptoms, risks associated with serious viral disease SEE PAGE 4
RUNNERS ‘PAINT TOWN PINK’ More than 700 Army Logistics University troops, family members complete awareness run SEE PAGE 12
SPECIAL OFFERS Many local businesses, restaurants offer free or discounted items for military in recognition of Veterans Day SEE PAGE 14
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COMMANDER’S CORNER | SAFETY MESSAGE able accidents and injuries ruin what should be an enjoyable time with family and friends. I thank each of you for your dedication, commitment and support. Maureen and I hope you enjoy this memorable day and return to work safely. Remember, each of you is a vital member of our team! Support Starts Here!
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I’m just a housewife, what the heck do I know? Some days it seems my only expertise is how to wipe smudges off the refrigerator door, but it turns out I’ve actually learned a thing or two in my 21 years as a military spouse. I’ve learned that being in the United States military is not just a job – it is a lifestyle that requires the commitment of the entire family. Since the 1970s, our military has consisted entirely of volunteers who sign up to serve
their country, knowing that their families will face sacrifices and hardships. My husband has been on active duty in the Navy for 26 years, and our family has lived in nine different homes in five states and two foreign countries. He has spent many days away from home; the longest separation was a yearlong deployment to Djibouti. But we’ve been pretty lucky; other military families have had it much worse, with multiple deployments, back-toback hardship tours and hazardous duty. Even though military folks
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involved in. Leaders, your experience and concern are key elements that may be the difference between a fun or fatal holiday weekend. Ensure that safety briefings are conducted for all personnel prior to the holiday weekend. Do not forget we are responsible
could have nice lives “on the outside” with, in most cases, better pay and stability for equivalent work, many have stayed well past their service obligation despite 13 long years of war. Why on earth do they do it? Although retirement benefits, compensation and job stability are factors, there has always been a common sense of patriotic duty motivating military members to keep at it. It might sound clichéd to civilians, but the honor, pride and respect that has traditionally come with serving one’s country has been a key reason why military families continue to volunteer for duty year after year. Well, at least until recently. With all the talk of fiscal cliffs, sequestration, budget cuts, downsizing, draw down, veteran unemployment, force reduction,
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retention boards and the public’s increasing war fatigue; military members are not exactly “feeling the love.” In fact, the armed forces could be facing the worst military retention rates since the post-Vietnam War era. The 2014 Navy Retention Study released Sept. 1 (www. military.com/PDF/2014-NavyRetention-Study-Report-Full. pdf) examined which factors were impacting Sailors’ “stay/ go” decisions, concluding that “Sailors are most likely to leave uniformed service because of increasingly high operational tempo, poor work/life balance, low service-wide morale, declining pay and compensation, waning desire to hold senior leadership positions, and a widespread distrust of senior leadership, all of which erodes
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loyalty to the institution.” The Navy study revealed plummeting morale – only 17.7 percent of Sailors ranked morale to be good or excellent – finding “a fundamental belief that attainment of senior positions … are not worth the sacrifice.” Other branches of the service also are facing the negative impact of budget cuts and war fatigue on morale and retention of their military members. The Blue Star Families 2014 Military Family Lifestyle Survey (bluestarfam.org/resources/2014military-family-lifestyle-survey) indicated that “changes in the national security priorities have ripple effects on military families that were evident in the responses of this year’s survey participants.” SEE VETERANS, PAGE 9
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tible to accidents and must, therefore, remain vigilant to guard against them. The best protection is for each of us to maintain our focus with regard to avoiding hazardous situations. We must apply the principles of risk management to every situation, event and activity we find ourselves
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Veterans Day is a time to honor the men and women who proudly serve, or have served in the armed forces of our great nation. Originally known as Armistice Day when President Woodrow Wilson established it on Nov. 11, 1919, it was changed to Veterans Day
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Members of the Ordnance Corps color guard stand at attention during the singing of the national anthem during a change of responsibility ceremony Nov. 3 on the Whittington Parade Field on the Ordnance Campus. For story and more photos, see Page 3.
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(LEFT) Brig. Gen. John “Jack” Haley, Chief of Ordnance, hands a ceremonial noncommissioned officer sword to Command Sgt. Maj. Edward C. Morris, incoming regimental CSM of the Ordnance Corps, during a change of responsibility ceremony Monday on Whittington Parade Field. (ABOVE) Command Sgt. Maj. Clinton G. Hall, outgoing regimental CSM of the Ordnance Corps, Haley and Morris salute while Presentation and Honors are performed during the ceremony.
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Command Sgt. Maj. Clinton G. Hall passed the Ordnance Corps mantle of responsibility to Command Sgt. Maj. Edward C. Morris during a Regimental Command Sergeant Major Change of Responsibility ceremony Monday on Whittington Parade Field here. Brig. Gen. John “Jack” Haley handed the NCO Sword and Ordnance Corps Charter to Morris during the event to welcome him as his new battle buddy. Hall – who is set to retire next year – was recognized by Haley for his service and commitment. “You have been a trusted advisor and leader to the Ordnance Corps and the U.S. Army, and I want to thank you for your committed service,” Haley said. Speaking of Hall’s ac-
complishments, he continue, “His vision, contributions and initiatives have had a tremendously positive impact on the Ordnance Corps, Sustainment community and the U.S. Army. “His dedication for over 32 years is clearly evident from the results he achieved as we navigated these last 13 years of combat operations,” Haley said. “I am personally grateful to you for being an outstanding battle buddy, wing man and true friend over the last year-and-a-half. You embody in spirit and in action, in word and in deed, every sentence and every word of the Noncommissioned Officer Creed.” After thanking everyone for attending the event, Hall – who also celebrated his retirement at the end of the ceremony – said he was grateful for his tenure as the top enlisted Ordnance Soldier. “It’s truly an honor and
privilege to have been the Ordnance Corps sergeant major and to be the sphere of influence for so much that goes on in our Army,” he said. During earlier remarks, Haley also spoke kindly of Morris – who recently served as the CSM for the 59th Ordnance Brigade. The commander said he was honored to add Morris to the team. “He is a combat-seasoned veteran with multiple deployments,” he said. “He is well respected and comes with the highest recommendations from all with who he has served, (including) me.” Morris’ stint as the brigade CSM showed that he was an unrelenting mentor to the NCOs at the Ordnance School and brigade, said Haley. “Without a doubt, there is no better role model and standard bearer in this regiment for character, commit-
ment and competence, and I can assure you there is no question … Sergeant Major Morris is a shining example of the Noncommissioned Officer Creed and all that it stands for,” said Haley. “He is one of the best noncommissioned officers that I know and that is why I hand-picked him to serve as the next Ordnance regimental CSM. “I can’t think of a finer NCO in this great Army of ours to take the Soldiers of this command to a great level of readiness and preparedness than CSM Morris,” continued Haley. During his speech, Morris thanked Col. Thomas Rivard, the previous 59th Ordnance Brigade commander, for their time together and said he was grateful for the opportunity to continue serving the corps. “I am truly honored and humbled to serve as the 12th regimental com-
Command Sgt. Maj. Terry E. Parham Sr., CASCOM CSM, presents the Gen. Brehon B. Somervell Medal of Excellence to Command Sgt. Maj. Clinton G. Hall, outgoing regimental CSM of the Ordnance Corps during his farewell ceremony Monday.
mand sergeant major for the Ordnance Corps,” said Morris. “I believe the essence of my existence today is due to the many leaders who I have had the privilege to serve with throughout my career. I cannot thank them enough for making this day a reality.” Morris thanked Haley for the opportunity to serve with him to support the Ordnance Corps. “It’s a privilege and honor to serve with you as your battle buddy,” said Morris to Haley. “The greatest thing I
can do today is make sure that you see me out here in front and support you, no matter what we do.” Turning his attention to the troops on the field, Morris said it’s not really about himself, Hall or the other leaders of the Ordnance community. “It’s about the Soldiers on the field,” said Morris. “That’s who I give my heart and all of my spirit to. Trust me, you make the Army run. You are the top 1 percent of our nation and for that, I salute you.”
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Risk of contracting EVD is extremely low Many communicable illnesses are present at this time of year such as common colds and coughs, sore throats and the flu or flu-like ailments. Since a number of these infections have similar symptoms as the Ebola Virus Disease – fever, diarrhea and vomiting – Kenner Army Health Clinic medical personnel and Army Medicine want to emphasize that the risk of contacting EVD in the United States is extremely low. Due to media attention about the EVD outbreak, there is an increasing concern that Soldiers and beneficiaries who have one or more of these symptoms, along with a potential exposure to this virus, may be showing symptoms of EVD. The following are important facts about Ebola: • To become infected, an individual must have direct contact with an infected person’s bodily fluids, such as blood or secretions. • People cannot contact the EVD simply by being in the same room with an infected person. • EVD is not spread through the air. • EVD is not spread through water or food. The disease only can be contracted by direct contact with the blood or bodily fluids of an infected person or by direct contact with certain animals in the endemic areas. Symptoms of EVD include a temperature equal or greater than 100.4 F (or feeling like you have a fever), severe headache, muscle pain, weakness, diarrhea, vomiting, stomach pain, and unexplained bleeding or bruising. Fever, or feeling feverish, is usually the first symptom. It could begin to appear anytime between two and 21 days after exposure. If you or someone you know has traveled to a country in Africa currently experiencing the Ebola outbreak (such as Liberia, Sierra Leone or Guinea) or you
Free Meals for Military Families Operation Homefront is teaming up with Feed the Children to provide meals to military families, Nov. 11, 10 a.m. - 1 p.m. Active duty military members – E-1 to E-6 – from the Petersburg area are eligible. Each family will receive approximately 25 pounds of food and about 10 pounds of essentials. Registration is required at www.operationhomefront.net. The location of the distribution center will be provided following registration. For details, email nicole.nickell@operationhomefront.net or call (757) 806-6150.
KAHC Veterans Day Holiday Closure Kenner Army Health Clinic and Mosier Consolidated Troop Medical Clinic will be open Nov. 10 (training holiday) for patient care. Troop Medical Clinic 1 will be closed Nov. 10. All Kenner services will be closed Nov. 11 in observance of Veterans Day. To reach the pediatric or adult on-call provider when the clinic is closed, contact the administrative officer of the day at (804) 734-9000. All Kenner patients must obtain a referral before seeking care at an urgent care center or other network provider. For an emergency, dial 9-1-1 or report to the closest emergency room. Contributed Image
This is a scanning electron micrograph of Ebola virus budding from the surface of a Vero cell from the African green monkey kidney epithelial cell line.
have been exposed to someone you believe may have EVD and are concerned that you have been exposed or have symptoms of the disease, call your primary care provider or nearest emergency room for guidance. If anyone needs advice regarding EVD and their primary care provider’s office is closed, there are additional resources available. For frequently asked questions regarding EVD, call the 24/7 Army Medicine Ebola information line at (800) 9848523. For additional up-to-date information regarding the Ebola outbreak and this disease, visit the U.S Army Public Health Command’s webpage at http:// phc.amedd.army.mil/topics/discond/ diseases/pages/EbolaVirusDisease.aspx or the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention at www.cdc.gov/ebola. – Kenner Army Health Clinic Public Affairs Office
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KAHC Diabetes Month Display Kenner Army Health Clinic will observe American Diabetes Month with an educational display Nov. 10-14, 10 a.m. - noon, in the pharmacy lobby. It will not be available Nov. 11. Community members can receive tips on staying healthy throughout the holiday season and talk with TRICARE network partners. For details, call (804) 734-9086.
KAHC Flu Clinics Kenner Army Health Clinic has scheduled late flu clinics for pediatric patients. The Wilkerson Pediatric Clinic will have extended hours for flu vaccine Nov. 12-13, 4-6 p.m., and Nov. 18-20, 4-6 p.m. For details, call (804) 734-9086 or 734-9186.
Warrant Officer Recruiting Visit The Regional Warrant Officer Recruiting Team from Fort Bragg, N.C., will hold two briefings on qualifications and application procedures for becoming warrant officers, Nov. 19. The first session is scheduled for 10 a.m. and the second briefing starts at 1:30 p.m. at the Multi-Use Learning Facility, building 6047, Mekong Road. The recruiting team also will be available at the Nov. 18 Education Fair in the Regimental Club. For details, email crystal.m.davis.mil@mail.mil or visit usarec.army.mil/hq/ warrant.
Tax Center Volunteers The Fort Lee Tax Assistance Center is seeking volunteers to provide services as tax-preparation assistants and serve in administrative positions. Training is provided. The center provides free tax help to military ID card holders from mid-January to early May. For details, call the Legal Assistance Division at (804) 765-1505.
Troops to Teachers A Teaching as a Second Career briefing is set for Nov. 21, 10-11:30 a.m., at the Army Education Center, building 12400, 700 Quarters Road. A representative from Virginia Troops to Teachers will give a presentation at this free program. For reservations, call (804) 765-3570. Troops to Teachers may pay up to $10,000 in stipends and bonuses. For details, call (757) 683-3327 or visit www.odu.edu/troopstoteachers.
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Antiterrorism experts stress vigilance as ISIL extremists carry out attacks Patrick Buffett
sued a similar warning, noting this is a threat that requires serious attention and vigilance by everyone connected to the military community. Alluding to the wellpublicized attacks in Canada and reports of threatening posts on Soldiers’ and family members’ social media pages, DPTMS officials said “it’s clear that ISIL is winning support from individuals within our own communities.” While this situation adds another dimension to the types of terrorist threats that military communities face, the response from a force protection standpoint remains the same, the DPTMS experts also noted. Soldiers, civilians and family members need to remain aware of their surroundings, immediately report any suspicious activity to law enforcement, and take proac-
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“Recent threats – revealed by intelligence and law enforcement sources – indicate that terrorists directed or inspired by the Islamic States of Iraq and the Levant, a.k.a. ISIL, view U.S. military members and law enforcement officers as legitimate targets for attacks.” That is the opening paragraph of a recent security advisory issued by the Pentagon Force Protection Agency. The document encourages government workers to be on the lookout for suspicious behavior and cautions them to avoid situations that would make them an easy target. The Fort Lee Protection Branch (Directorate of Plans, Training, Mobilization and Security) is-
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Simple steps like concealing Defense Department, military or law enforcement badges, vehicle decals and other forms of military identification while in public are the best way to avoid being targeted, Layman noted. Taking different routes to work and being on guard during public events with large crowds also is important. The Force Protection Agency advises against posting anything on social media that criticizes or presents an opposing view of terrorist groups or organizations. Other recommended safeguards for online forums include limiting the amount of shared personal information, increasing security settings regularly (Note that Facebook usually reverts back to default settings after every site software update), avoiding posts that affiliate the user with the military or law enforcement, and not sharing family information during live chats or through email with strangers. “Don’t forget to share these
tips with your family, friends and neighbors,” a DPTMS official said. “Youths, in particular, don’t have a good feel for what should and shouldn’t be posted online. That’s why it’s important to regularly monitor their social media activity to make sure it’s not divulging anything that would put them or other members of your family in danger.” Military community members should trust their instincts when looking for potential signs of surveillance and/or targeting, the antiterrorism experts advised. Suspicious behavior like a stranger loitering too long in one spot, asking excessive questions, or showing too much interest in an individual’s job or a facility’s security procedures, covertly following someone, or overtly watching/photographing a particular building or crowded venue should be immediately reported. Someone loitering outside a family residence is another red flag SEE ISIL, PAGE 17
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my current position.” How did you start working at DENTAC? “The American Red Cross trained me as a dental assistant in 2004 at Fort Drum, N. Y., and I have worked in the dental field ever since.” What does your job entail? I coordinate care for eligible beneficiaries at civilian dental facilities, which requires specialized knowledge of dental readiness requirements, deployment criteria, dental records and treatment codes to create Active Duty Dental Plan vouchers. I monitor voucher status and updated records of completed treatment. I serve as a military liaison and point of contact for the local civilian dental commu-
nity; promoting and responding to questions on the dental program.” Thoughts on your work environment: “It is imperative to have an organized work environment and greet each day with enthusiasm and a smile.” Challenges of your job: “The most difficult challenge of my job
is assuring Soldiers make appointments for their annual exams and maintain a deployable status.” Motivation for job: “My husband was an Army Soldier, and I love taking care of Soldiers.” What you can’t live without: “God and my family.” A place you would love to go on vacation: “I would like to go to Hawaii and see my daughter. She is now the wife of a Marine stationed in Hawaii.” Pet peeve: “My biggest pet peeve is people who are rude and disrespectful to our Soldiers.” Favorite book: “My favorite book is called ‘Who Moved My Cheese’ by Spencer Johnson.” Favorite food: “Hispanic food.” Worst fear: “Losing my family.” Talent: “Decorating.”
Hobby: “Playing Bunco with a group of good friends once a month.” Life lesson to share: “I learned to help others no matter what because life is short and I enjoy helping other people with their work and needs.” Who is the one person you admire the most? “My husband – he is my hero.” Qualities you admire in others: “Honesty, respect, integrity, empathy and kindness.” What do you expect from your leaders? “To be fair with everyone.” What is something people would be surprised to know about you? “The amount of time I volunteer with Holiday Helper and in our community.” – Compiled by Amy Perry
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Managing pre-diabetes November is National Diabetes Month and health care professionals and educators are encouraging patients to learn more about this harmful medical condition as the first step to combating its damaging effects. The National Diabetes Education Program is concerned with the amount of people diagnosed with this disease. In the United States, diabetes cases have has risen from 1.5 million in 1958 to 21 million in 2012. It is estimated that another 8.1 million are undiagnosed. In addition, an estimated 86 million Americans age 20 an older have pre-diabetes, a condition that may develop into full diabetes over time. The Mayo Clinic lists the following as increasing one’s risk to developing pre-diabetes: being overweight, physical inactivity, family history of type 2 diabetes, advancing age, race and history of gestational diabetes.
Diabetes is preventable. Prevention is proven, possible and powerful. Kenner Army Health Clinic has many resources for patients to achieve good health and prevention. Nov. 14 is World Diabetes day and Kenner will host a weeklong informational and educational display offering dietary tips, nutrition information, and ways include exercise in your daily routine. The display will be in the pharmacy waiting area Nov. 10-14. The American Diabetes Association states that, often, there are no clear symptoms during the initial stages of diabetes (pre-diabetes), so people may have it and not be aware of it. During the later stages, some people may experience symptoms like extreme thirst, frequent urination, fatigue, cuts that are slow to heal, tingling in the hands or feet,
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time to show appreciation to those who served Continued from page 2 The survey participants perceived that “civilians do not understand the service or sacrifices made by military families.� Blue Star Families recommended that policy makers take note of “the contributions of the military service culture to American life.� “One of the biggest challenges we face as a country is supporting our military community both so that our all-volunteer force remains a sustainable alternative, and so that a generation of service members, veterans and military family members are both empowered and encouraged to share their sense of service, adaptability and civic mindedness with the nation and within local communities,� the survey concluded.
I might just be a housewife whose biggest mental challenge today was remembering to defrost the rump roast, but I do know this: On Veterans Day, we all need to snap out of the political buzz of election day long enough to appreciate the military men, women and families who spend years committed to securing our country’s freedom. At the very least, we can all grab the hand of a veteran and say, “Thank you for your service to our country.� Now, more than ever, military members and veterans need to be told that their sacrifices are indeed “worth it.� Lisa Smith Molinari is a military spouse and humor columnist. More of her articles can be read at www. themeatandpotatoesoflife. com.
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A Soldier’s Memorial for Sgt. 1st Class Brion E. Sullivan stands near the altar of Memorial Chapel prior to a remembrance service Tuesday morning. Several of Sullivan’s family members attended the service as well as representatives of the CASCOM and Fort Lee command groups and the 217th Military Police Detachment – the unit to which Sullivan was assigned. The 44-yearold Soldier who hailed from Reading, Pa., passed away Oct. 27. He left behind a wife and five children. At Fort Lee, he was the operations noncommissioned officer in charge at the Directorate of Emergency Services. During his 25-year Army career, he held a variety of assignments with increasing levels of leadership. He was a drill sergeant, an NCO academy instructor, and a member of the Sergeant Audie Murphy Club. His top awards include the Bronze Star Medal and the Meritorious Service Medal (3rd award). Sullivan’s combat deployments include Iraq and Afghanistan. He wore the Combat Action Badge, the Parachutist Badge and the Air Assault Badge, among other skill identifiers.
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Lee, must contact Capt. Yi Teh Liu, the summary court martial officer for the Soldier by calling (804) 765-0349 or by email at yiteh.liu.mil@mail.mil.
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(RIGHT) Col. Matthew Shatzkin, Army Logistics University commandant, and Command Sgt. Maj. Clifton Johnson, Logistics Noncommissioned Officer Academy commandant, lead a formation of more than 700 troops during the Paint the Town Pink Breast Cancer Awareness Run here Friday morning. The NCO Academy organized the annual event in recognition of the October observance of Breast Cancer Awareness Month. (BELOW) Shatzkin points toward the family members who took part in the run to acknowledge their participation. During opening remarks, he also addressed the issue of cancer noting that, “(These diseases) don’t care if you’re male, female, old or young ... They get us and the people we love, and there are really only two things we can do about it. One is we can live for today and enjoy this moment we’re alive, and two is to just stick together. So that’s what I ask you to do this morning; let’s have fun and sing some songs.”
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(ABOVE) First Sgt. Cornelius Patterson tells Army Logistics University students assigned to Bravo Company, 71st Transportation Battalion, to “bring it all the way down” in preparation for a leap in the air while shouting the company motto loud enough to “blow the walls off Williams Stadium” following the breast cancer awareness run here Friday morning. The first sergeant also encouraged the students to talk to someone if they feel depressed or even suicidal. “Just remember that I’m your family – we’re your family – so you can talk to us if you’re in trouble,” he said. Patterson, the B Co. first sergeant, and the assigned students had just completed a 3-mile run in support of Breast Cancer Awareness Month. (TOP RIGHT) Captains Adam Ehlert and Michelle Hardin – both Combined Logistics Captains’ Career Course students – model their flashy costumes while waiting for the start of the run. Participants wore many variations of pink apparel including wigs, oversized glasses, tutus and wedding veils. (BOTTOM RIGHT) Sgt. Christopher Hack, a student of the Advanced Leader Course, awaits the start of the run.
(ABOVE LEFT) Lt. Col. Leslie Begley, 832nd Ordnance Battalion commander, boots a ball into the outfield during one of the playoff games for the 2nd annual “Kick” Domestic Violence Kickball Game Friday at Williams Stadium. Eight teams representing each of the major training schools on Fort Lee entered the competition that was organized by the Army Community Service Family Advocacy Program in recognition of Domestic Violence Awareness Month. (ABOVE CENTER) Capt. Chris Jones, a member of the 71st Transportation Bn. team, boots a line-drive ball toward third base during a playoff game. (ABOVE RIGHT) Civilian employee William Kelly pitches for the 16th Ord. Bn. during the tournament. (RIGHT) Capt. Carlos Betancur, competing with an 832nd Ord. team, scoops up an infield kick during the competition.
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(ABOVE) Unit leaders and Soldiers from Romeo Company, 262nd Quartermaster Battalion, pose with the 1st-place trophy they won after beating seven other teams during the 2nd annual “Kick” Domestic Violence Kickball Tournament Friday at Williams Stadium. The championship match ended with a flubbed 4th-inning catch in the outfield that allowed Romeo to score the only run in the game against the Charlie Company, 832nd Ordnance Bn. Wolfpack. (RIGHT) Spc. Laura Lapre pitches for the Reaper 1 team – one of two squads fielded by the 111th Quartermaster Company – during the tournament. Additional scores and details can be found at www.ftleetraveller.com.
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Many restaurant/business discounts, giveaways mark sacrifices of veterans Many area restaurants, businesses and retail stores will offer free meals and discounts to prior service personnel, active duty military members, reservists and retirees on Veterans Day, Nov. 11. The following is a listing of offers about which the Traveller has received information. Military ID or other proof of service is required in most cases. Also, it’s good to call ahead to verify the offer – some discounts are only at participating locations. Also, be sure to tip wait-staff based on the full price of the meal. It’s the right thing to do. Restaurants: Veterans Day • The Food Court at the Main Exchange will offer a free 16-ounce soft drink. No purchase is necessary. • Starbucks, including the new Fort Lee store, is offering a free tall brewed coffee. • Applebee’s restaurants are offering a free signature entrée. • Bob Evans restaurants will offer free all-you-can eat hotcakes. • California Pizza Kitchen will offer a free pizza, full-size salad or pasta from the special Veterans Day Menu for dine-in only. • Carraba’s will offer a free appetizer of your choice. • Denny’s restaurants are offering a “Build Your Own Grand Slam®” from 5 a.m. - noon. • Chili’s is offering a free meal (limited to seven entree options) for dine-in only. • Einstein Bros Bagels
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Your Own Combo menu.” Diners can select from a Choose 2 or Choose 3 offer. • Outback Steakhouse will offer a free Bloomin’ Onion and a non-alcoholic beverage on Veterans Day. From Nov. 12 - Dec. 31, a 15 percent discount is being offered. • Sheetz convenience store locations will offer a free 6-inch turkey sub and a 20- z. fountain drink. • Shoney’s will offer a free All-American burger for dine-in only. • T.G.I. Friday’s will offer a free lunch, 11 a.m. - 2 p.m. • Red Robin restaurants will offer a free Red’s Tavern double burger and bottomless steak fries. Restaurants: Other Days • Bar Louie is offering a free meal during lunch and dinner, Nov. 10-12. This is for dine-in only up to $12. • Red Lobster will offer a free appetizer, Nov. 10-13. • Golden Corral restaurants will offer a free meal Nov. 17, 4-9 p.m. No identi-
fication is required. Retail Stores • The Army and Air Force Exchange will offer a discount on selected televisions on Veterans Day. • On Veterans Day weekend, Memorial Day, and Fourth of July, both Home Depot and Lowe’s offer a 10-percent discount to all veterans, active duty, reservists, retired or disabled veterans and their family members, with a valid, government-issued military ID card. On all other days, a 10-percent discount is offered to active duty and retired military and family members, or a veteran who receives VA benefits. Other Discounts • Free admission is offered at more than 100 National Parks. • Colonial Williamsburg offers free weekend-long admission tickets from Nov. 7-11. Tickets are only available at on-site ticket sales locations. • Historic Jamestown offers free admission on Veterans Day. • A free Kindle book “Operation Money: A Financial Guide for Military Service” is available via download. • Amazon.com offers a free MP3 album download “Veterans Day Honor” (album will be full price again starting Nov. 12). For details on other discounts, visit www.militarywallet.com or check with other restaurants and businesses.
Installation leaders, musicians from Fort Lee’s 392nd Army Band and other military members are scheduled to participate in a number of local Veterans Day ceremonies throughout the upcoming week. Some of those events are as follows: Nov. 7 The band’s Liberty Winds Ensemble will perform at the Department of Motor Vehicles headquarters, Richmond, 9:45 a.m. For details, call (804) 367-9230. Nov. 10 A Fort Lee color guard and the band’s brass ensemble will take part in a celebration, 10 a.m., at McGuire VA Hospital, Richmond. For details, call (804) 6755000. Nov. 11 The band’s brass ensemble will participate in the 58th annual Commonwealth Veterans Day ceremony, 10 a.m., at the Virginia War Memorial, Richmond. Gov. Terry McAuliffe will be the keynote speaker. For details, call (804) 786-2060. Col. Ronald Kirklin, Quartermaster General and QM School commandant, will speak at a ceremony sponsored by American Legion Post 284, 10:30 a.m., at the Colonial Heights War Memorial. A Fort Lee bugler and color guard also will participate. For details, call (804) 765-0980. A Fort Lee color guard and the band will participate in a Veterans Day ceremony sponsored by American Legion Post 146, 11 a.m., at City Point National Cemetery. For details, call (804) 541-3735. Fort Lee will provide military vehicles at an observance at John Tyler Community College in Chester, 12:30 p.m. The ceremony will include a keynote address to commemorate the 100th anniversary of World War I. For details, call (804) 898-9066. Fort Lee Soldiers will lay wreaths along a Veterans Memorial Wall at the Chesterfield County Annual Veterans Day Memorial Ceremony, 2 p.m. For details, visit www.chesterfieldhistory.com. Nov. 13 Command Sgt. Major Sheilia Nelson, U.S. Army Garrison CSM, will be the guest speaker at the Hermitage Retirement Home Veterans Day observance in Richmond, 2 p.m. A Fort Lee honor guard and the band’s liberty winds ensemble also will participate. For details, call (804) 474-1828.
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As the school liaison officer, Taswell sees herself as an advocate. “I do believe, however, that parents are the best advocate for their child's education and it is my job to equip them with the information and referral services to help them in the process,� she said. So parents can better advocate for their children, she encourages all military families to familiarize themselves with the Interstate Compact on Educational Opportunity for Military Children, which addresses the educational challenges of military families. Taswell explained the compact was developed by the Council of State Governments in cooperation with the U.S. Department of Defense to address the educational transition issues of children of military families. The CGS worked with a variety of federal, state and local officials as well as na-
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A child in a military family will attend six-to-nine different schools between kindergarten and 12th grade, according to the National Military Family Association website. Moving back and forth across the country – sometimes across the globe – makes it difficult to succeed in school. Oftentimes, it’s because families aren’t even sure what the requirements are from one location to the next. That’s when Chaundra Taswell, the Fort Lee school
liaison officer, can help. According to online information from Military K12 Partners, a joint program between the Department of Defense and the Department of Education, Taswell is not alone in her mission. The Army has an active SLO program on each installation. As military children move from school to school, it can be a challenge to find consistency in the programs they were involved in or the lessons they were learning. School liaison officers coordinate with parents, local schools and the installation commanders to help military children adjust and
achieve success in their new locations. Taswell, who has a master’s in education, works to cover six school districts – Prince George County, Petersburg, Hopewell, Dinwiddie County, Chesterfield County and Colonial Heights. “I go out and network with the local school superintendents, counseling staffs and teachers to create ongoing awareness of educational issues that our military children may deal with,� she said. “A lot of schools aren’t aware of the issues that children in military families face,� Taswell continued. “School officials need to be
reminded about the frequent military moves by military children and about the potential of one or more parents deploying.� Taswell also works with military families. Any military family in the Fort Lee area can use the SLO services, regardless of where they live, go to school or even if they are home schooled . “It's easy for me to empathize with our military families as I have two children who attended numerous schools during my husband's military career, so I have first-hand knowledge of the obstacles military children face every time they move,� she said.
tional stakeholder organizations representing education groups and military families to create it. While the compact is not exhaustive in its coverage, it does address the key issues encountered by military families (eligibility, enrollment, placement and graduation). Essentially, the document provides for the uniform treatment of military children transferring between school districts and states, addressing a myriad of issues. For families relocating to the Fort Lee area, information about local schools is available at www.leemwr. com. Go to the Child, Youth and School Services tab and in the drop down menu, there will be school information. For assistance with school-related issues, contact Taswell at (804) 7653813.
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Transportation professionals take on challenge of shipping equipment for Orient Shield 14 Master Sgt. Corine Lombardo New York Army National Guard
SHIRAOI PORT, Japan – Moving nearly 21 billion pounds of military equipment more than 11,000 nautical miles is a daunting task, but Orient Shield 14 transportation mobility warrant officers make it look seamless. The equipment will be used by Soldiers from the 2nd Stryker Brigade Combat Team, 2nd Infantry Division, from Joint Base Lewis-McChord, Wash., and 3rd Battalion, 25th Aviation Regiment from Wheeler Field, Hawaii, participating in Orient Shield 14 in Japan. Orient Shield is an annual bilateral field training exercise conducted with Japan Ground Self-Defense Force members from the 11th Infantry Regiment, 7th Armor Division, Northern Army. Before the exercise can begin, each equipment item has to be properly labeled, accounted for and manifested before being loaded onto a vessel. On the receiving end, each item is processed through a specific tracking system as it is off-loaded, and the process of moving each item takes over.
“There is a huge number of moving parts, but when done correctly, it looks like a smooth operation,” said Chief Warrant Officer 2 Sharina Clark, a mobility warrant officer for the 3rd Battalion, 25th Aviation Regiment. “All of these little pieces can become big problems, if not done properly,” Clark emphasized. The pieces Clark casually refers to are the multitude of steps required to ship each of the 270 pieces of air and surface equipment cargo, which include 20 Stryker fighting vehicles and 11 helicopters, as well as numerous equipment containers filled with weapons, ammunition and a variety of military gear for nearly 700 U.S. Army Soldiers. Watching over the entire process is Chief Warrant Officer 3 Lucia Cantu, who is serving as 2nd Stryker Brigade Combat Team transportation mobility warrant officer for Orient Shield 14. Cantu and her team remain in constant communication with all parties from the receiving point at Shiraoi Port, to three different delivery locations in Hokkaido, Japan.
Recycling teams set to inspect best programs National Recycling Week is Nov. 10-14. For the past few years, the Environmental Management Division here and the Fort Lee recycling contractor have recognized Recycling Week by going from building-to-building in teams of two to assess and provide awareness of the recycling habits of the building occupants and to spread the latest information on recy-
cling at Fort Lee. They also assess any recycling needs and answer questions during this week. During the review, the Recycling Action Team members make note of how well each building is recycling by checking trash cans to see if recyclable items are thrown away instead of being placed in recycling bins. As part of the building review, the teams will choose a winner based on
“We track each item through the transit process. We know when it left the port and when it arrives at its final location,” Cantu explained. This process is repeated over and over until the roughly nine billion metric tons of equipment is safely delivered to its customer. According to Cantu, each country has different requirements and procedures. Whether it’s clearing Japan customs, or something as simple as researching the differences in transport vehicle makeup, these additional requirements can cause a delay in moving equipment. In the U.S., a “lowboy” is a flat-bed trailer that can be loaded by driving a vehicle onto it. In Japan it’s also called a lowboy, but equipment has to be loaded using a crane. This means coordinating in advance to have a crane and operator available, Cantu explained. “It may not seem like a big deal, until you’re sitting on a dock and can’t move your inventory. It’s little things like this that can make a huge difference in getting the job done,” Cantu emphasized. “The key is to forecast requirements, ensure proper planning is
which occupants made the best efforts and had the best recycling programs during this assessment. This year will be the 4th annual recycling contest conducted by Fort Lee’s RATs. The EMO also will distribute a short questionnaire along with Fort Lee’s Recycling Policy to ensure that everyone understands and supports recycling requirements and efforts. After National Recycling Week, the team meets to talk about what was found during the assessment and chooses which building had the
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U.S. Army Soldiers from the 25th Combat Aviation Regiment, Wheeler Field, Hawaii, reposition the rotor blades of a UH-60 Black Hawk helicopter after being off-loaded Oct. 23. The aircraft are being transported to Camp Higashi-Chitose, Japan, to be used during exercise Orient Shield 14.
conducted, avoid making assumptions based on U.S. practices and being able to adjust as needed,” Cantu said. “We’ve been doing this long enough that we can plan for the unexpected, but it’s mostly about teamwork and being flexible,” Cantu said. Cantu attributes the success of this mission to the partnership and working relationship that has developed between the Military Sealift Command’s 836th Transportation Battalion from Yokohama, Japan, the Installation Transportation Office and the
best recycling record. The winner receives a trophy “recycling bin” that is painted gold and bedazzled to honor this year’s best recycler. The recipient holds on to the bedazzled gold trophy for the entire year until the next recycling contest comes along and then it is passed to the winner of the next contest. The golden recycle bin is presented to the winners during the awards ceremony at Fort Lee’s Earth and Safety Day held each year in April. – Environmental Management Office
Port team, made up of roughly two-dozen Soldiers from the 2nd Stryker Brigade and the 25th Aviation Regiment. “This is the first time we have combined air and ground equipment, so it has been a balancing act for us to be able to quickly meet the needs of both customers. This was truly a team effort,” Cantu said. “This was a huge undertaking, and Chief Cantu and her team did an exceptional job,” said Frederick “Bo” Ellis, lead exercise planner for U.S. Army Japan. “She brought the experience and expertise to make all this happen.”
ISIL Continued from page 5 that should be reported. “Most of us know what right looks like in familiar community settings and our own neighborhoods,” the DPTMS official said. “If an individual or object (i.e. a suspicious package) looks out of place, report it. Those of us in the antiterrorism awareness business can’t emphasize that enough … we all need to say something if we see something that
just doesn’t look right – whether on Fort Lee or at home.” Anyone in the Fort Lee community who has questions about force protection or antiterrorism measures should contact a unit antiterrorism officer, the chain of command or the Protection Branch at (804) 7346410 or 734-1575. To report suspicious or illegal activities on post, call the military police desk at 734-7400. Off-post, contact the local law enforcement agency or dial 9-1-1 for emergencies.
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Stephanie Johnson, library technician, reads a story during a Halloween celebration at the Fort Lee Community Library Oct. 30. The participating individuals pictured are Connor Robinette, Aidan Robinette, Nora Robinette, Maeve Cutter Jaxon Warner and Misty Warner who assisted with the program. More than 25 attended the Spooky Story Hour and it featured six guest readers.
Members of the local Jessie J. Mayes TriCities Chapter of the 555th Parachute Infantry Association, Inc., pose for a photo at the Virginia War Memorial in Richmond Oct. 24. During the VWM’s Annual Veterans and Families Resource Fair, they were awarded a commendation by VWM Education Foundation for the organization’s many years of contributing to the education of several local high school JROTC programs including providing annual scholarships for graduating seniors to assist in continuing their education. The chapter also dedicated and presented the 555th Unit Flag to the VWM for inclusion in its collection. The Fort Lee 392nd Army Band Jazz Ensemble performed at the event.
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TRADOC CSM picked to be next SMA Lisa Ferdinando Army News Service
WASHINGTON – The senior enlisted adviser of U.S. Army Training and Doctrine Command has been selected to be the next sergeant major of the Army. Secretary of the Army John McHugh and Chief of Staff of the Army Gen. Ray Odierno announced Monday that Command Sgt. Maj. Daniel A. Dailey will be the 15th SMA. He will assume the Army’s highest enlisted office after Sgt. Maj. of the Army Raymond F. Chandler III retires at the end of January. “We have the utmost confidence in Command Sgt. Maj. Dailey and look forward to having him join our leadership team,” said McHugh. “His experience, leadership, devotion to Soldiers and commitment to our Army make him especially suited to assume this
important duty, one that Sgt. Maj. of the Army Chandler has masterfully performed for the last four years.” Dailey, who enlisted 1989, is an infantryman and combat veteran who served four deployments in Operation Iraqi Freedom and one in support of Operation Desert Storm. He said he is humbled by the choice. “It’s every Soldier’s dream – it should be every Soldier’s dream – to someday at least have the opportunity to be the sergeant major of the Army,” he said. He told Odierno he never “fathomed when I was a young Soldier that I’d ever be in this office receiving this type of recognition.” Dailey holds a Bachelor of Science degree (summa cum laude) from Excelsior College. He said he and his wife of more than 20 years, Holly, are dedicated to Soldiers and
their families. “This requires a commitment well beyond any that I’ve ever done before, and it requires leadership that frankly Soldiers need to be able to see every day,” he said. “I owe it back to our Soldiers; I have a responsibility – an awesome responsibility ... that is not looked upon lightly by the Soldiers of the United States Army,” he continued. There is a lot of work to do and it is a big responsibility, he said, in reference to carrying on the traditions of Chandler, and in meeting Odierno’s expectations and strategic goals. “The Soldiers of this great Army deserve the highest caliber of leadership we can offer,” he said. The Army has faced challenging times and there are more challenges ahead, he said. “What I can assure you is we are doing the right things. I have been intimately familiar with the policy, procedures and direction that our leadership of the Army is taking us. I truly believe it is
the right direction,” he said. Dailey said he is a standards-based sergeant major who is approachable, mission-focused, who takes on challenging assignments, strives for the best, and places the highest priority on physical fitness for himself and his Soldiers. “It is our job every single day to represent the best we possibly can, not only for us, for our peers and for our superiors, but most importantly for the people of America,” he said. “I’m truly excited as we move forward because I truly believe we are heading in the right direction in the future,” he said. He credits his mentors for challenging him and helping him make the right decisions. “I’m the benefactor of excellent leadership,” he said. Engaged leadership is important he said. Good leaders know their Soldiers and their families; it’s important that Soldiers have a balance between work and home life, he said. To read more about Dailey and his selection, visit http://1.usa.gov/1ztPkNr.
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EVENTS Health Benefits Fair | Nov. 6 A Health Benefits Fair is set for Nov. 6, 10 a.m. - 2 p.m., at Liberty Chapel, 9100 C Ave. Health benefit representatives will provide details about 2015 benefit changes at the program. Federal open enrollment runs Nov. 10 Dec. 8.
Exchange Holiday Sweepstakes | Until Dec. 31 Authorized shoppers who use their MILITARY STAR® card at the Army and Air Force Exchange now through Dec. 31 have a chance for their holiday bill to be paid in full or they may win several other prizes. Each time the MILITARY STAR® card is used it counts as an entry. Second prize
‘White Christmas’ | Nov. 7 -23 “White Christmas,” opens Nov. 7 and plays until Nov. 23 at the Lee Theater. Performances are Fridays and Saturdays, Nov. 7, 8, 14, 15, 21 and 22 at 8 p.m., and Sundays, Nov. 9, 16 and 23 at 3 p.m. Tickets are $13 (adults) and $7 (youth). The production tells the story of two exArmy pals who team up with a pair of singing sisters to put on a show to save a Vermont ski lodge that has fallen on hard times. For reservations, call the box office at (804) 734-6629.
and daughters Nov. 7, 4:30-5:30 p.m., at the Child Development Center Multi-Program facility, building 10622. The cost is $15 for a parent and child – age 11 and older. The class is open to family members of military, DOD Civilians, contractors, retired military members and active duty reservists. To register, visit Parent Central Services, building 10612, Yorktown Drive. For details, call (804) 765-3758.
p.m., at the Regimental Club. At the free event, new community members who have arrived in the area over the previous six months or less can become familiar with programs and services. Reservations must be made by noon, Nov. 14. For reservations and details, call (804) 734-7821.
Lee Education Fair | Nov. 18
A Thanksgiving dinner buffet will be served Nov. 27, 1 p.m., at the Lee Club, building 9009, at the corner of Mahone Avenue and Battle Drive. Reservations are required by Nov. 21 and must be paid at the time of booking. In addition to roasted turkey with cornbread stuffing and cranberry sauce, the offerings will include carved ham, seafood newberg, chicken marsalis, French toast, an omelet station, a salad bar, a dessert station and more. The cost is $24.95 for adults and $12.50 for children, ages 3-9; children under 2 are free.
An education and career fair will be held Nov. 18, 10 a.m. - 2 p.m., at the Regimental Club, building 2609, C Ave. Participants can meet with representatives from more than six colleges and universities in the region and abroad. For details, call (804) 765-3570.
SKIES Mom-Daughter Self-Defense Class | Nov. 7
FMWR Newcomers Dinner | Nov. 20
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Calendar, continued ACS ACS Resiliency Training | Nov. 13 A resiliency training program titled “Mastering Stress” for Fort Lee civilian personnel will be held Nov. 13, 9-11 a.m., at Liberty Chapel, Mahone Avenue. The free workshop will explore practical ways to reduce stress, how to recognize signs of burnout, what resources are available to families and more. A free resiliency tool kit will be provided to attendees. A session for managers and supervisors is slated for Dec. 11. For registration and details, call (804) 734-9693.
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Youth Fall Festival | Nov. 15 The Fort Lee Youth Fall Festival, sponsored by Family and MWR, is scheduled for Nov. 15, 10 a.m. - 2 p.m., at the Post Field House, A Avenue and 16th Street. Free activities will include pumpkin decorating, sand arts and crafts, the Chesterfield Children’s Theatre group and more. All children must be with an adult. For details, call (804) 765-3176.
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wound of the Civil War Nov. 8, 1:30 p.m., at 246 E. South Boulevard. The Fort Lee 392nd Army Band will perform at the ceremony. For details, call (804) 732-3531.
Author Talk in Petersburg | Nov. 7
A program for pre-schoolers – “BoxIt-Up! Your Box Castle” – is set for Nov. 8, 10:30-11:30 a.m., at the Chesterfield Central Library, 9501 Lori Road. The free session is for children, 2-5 years old. For registration and details, visit www. library.chesterfield.gov.
Author and historian Diane Smith will speak about the life of Union Civil War hero Lt. Gen. Joshua Chamberlain Nov. 7, 7 p.m., at the Eastern Front Unit of Petersburg National Battlefield, 5001 Siege Road. At the free event, Smith will discuss her book “Chamberlain at Petersburg: The Charge at Fort Hell.” For details, call (804) 732-3531.
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THE FORT LEE “TRAVELLER” POST NEWSPAPER The Traveller serves the needs of our local active duty soldiers, their families and retiree/veterans in the Tri-city area. We are seeking a sales account executive to represent our newspaper and service the Tri-city market. A successful candidate will:
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