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HISTORY MONTH Army leadership recognizes AfricanAmerican heritage in letter to troops SEE PAGE 2
NEW AT LEE? Join Family and MWR Directorate at ďŹ rst Newcomer’s Dinner Feb. 20, 6 p.m. SEE PAGE 8
KENNER Annual requirement to update other insurance cards important to improving Kenner facilities, services SEE PAGE 19
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ARMY LEADERSHIP | RECOGNIZING AFRICAN-AMERICAN HISTORY MONTH
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Target stores ID theft incident reminder to be ever vigilant At least 110 million consumers were affected by the hack involving Target and Neiman Marcus retailers. Whether or not millions more will have their identities manipulated and finances ruined within the coming months due to more breaches of security at other stores is anyone’s guess, according to identity theft recovery expert Scott A. Merritt. “By necessity, I became an expert on identity theft.
My information was stolen in 2006, and in repairing the damage, I learned some not-so-obvious ways we can all protect against identity theft in the first place,” said Merritt, CEO of Merritt & Associates (scottamerritt.com) and author of “Identity Theft Do’s and Don’ts.” Merritt’s problems began quickly. While disputing financial charges and dealing with resulting business problems in 2007, he was
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stopped for a traffic violation and arrested on a false outstanding felony warrant. He immediately knew why. “I had to enlist my U.S. Congressman and convince the state police, NCIC, FBI and Secret Service that I didn’t commit the felonies. For a few years, I had to prove that the prints did not match the false record in question. After legal action, however, I was able to have this corrected.” Unfortunately, the mil-
lions affected by the recent hacks may be dealing with similar repercussions in the years ahead, he said. Before you become a victim of identity theft, Merritt offers seven ways to guard against it. • Understand how and where it happens. Identity theft is like being robbed when you are away from home; most thefts occur in places where you do business every day. Either a place of business
The Fort Lee “Traveller” is printed by offset process every Thursday as a civilian enterprise in the interest of personnel at the U.S. Army Combined Arms Support Command and Fort Lee, Va. 23801, by Military Newspapers of Virginia, 114 Charlotte Avenue Suite A, Colonial Heights, Va. 23834, in accordance with Department of the Army Regulations 210-20 and 360-1. This publication receives armed forces material and civilian newspapers are authorized to reprint such material without specific clearance except material specifically designated as copyrighted. Liaison between the printer and the commanding general, Fort Lee, is maintained by the Public Affairs Office, Fort Lee. Circulation: 13,000. This Civilian Enterprise newspaper is an authorized publication. Contents of the “Traveller” are not necessarily the official view of, nor endorsed by, the U.S. Army Combined Arms Support Command and Fort Lee. Advertising in this publication including inserts or supplements does not constitute endorsement by the Department of the Army or Military Newspapers of Virginia. Everything advertised in this publication shall be made available for purchase, use or patronage without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital status, physical handicap, political affiliation, or any other non merit factor. If a violation or rejection of this equal opportunity policy by an advertiser is confirmed, the printer shall refuse to print advertising from that source until violation is corrected. The “Traveller” is an unofficial publication authorized by AR 360-1, and printed by the Military Newspapers of Virginia, a private firm in no way connected with the U. S. Army Combined Arms Support Command or Fort Lee. The editorial content is prepared, edited and provided by the Public Affairs Office of Headquarters, U. S. Army Garrison, Fort Lee.
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is robbed, a bad employee acts improperly or a hacker breaches the office through the computer. • Secure your wallet’s information. Photocopy everything in your wallet: photos, credit cards (front and back), membership cards – everything. Put the copies in the order the cards are arranged in your wallet, staple the pictures and place them in a strong box or safe. • For all of your identity and financial documents, make absolutely sure, to the smallest detail, that all of your personal information is accurate and consistent! Discrepancies such as using your middle
initial on some documents and not others, or having different addresses, can wreak havoc on proving your identity, and can compromise your credit score. • Secure your digital habits and data. Change your passwords at least twice a year on a nonscheduled basis – don’t be predictable. Have a strong firewall if you shop online, and only access sites that are protected by a strong firewall and high industry standards. Access accounts of a financial nature only from your personal computer. SEE ID THEFT, PAGE 16
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that now bind us as a Nation. The Civil Rights Act of 1964 was the crescendo of this country’s struggle to make America a better place for all citizens. The armed forces served as a catalyst for these and many other events set in mo-
African- Americans have always selflessly served to make this nation free and equal for all. These advancements in civil rights have enabled us to field a diverse force defined by notable character. Together, the Total Army has earned America’s trust as the strength of the nation, and in doing so we all serve honorable to contribute to global stability and
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This year as we celebrate “Civil Rights in America” during African American/Black History Month, we also mark the 50th Anniversary of the passing of the 1964 Civil Rights Act, which was a result of the historic march on Washington in 1963. These events are forever linked in American history. People from every creed, color and background shared in these highpoints
a better world. We are truly grateful for the sacrifices and contributions of our African-American Soldiers, civilians and families who have played a tremendous part in the Army’s success. We encourage Army units and agencies to honor these great Americans by holding appropriate commemorative activities to celebrate AfricanAmerican/Black History Month. Army Strong!
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Command Sgt. Maj.Terry E. Parham Sr., incoming CSM, CASCOM and Fort Lee, leads the CASCOM salute battery and color guard at the end of his assumption of responsibility ceremony Friday at the Regimental Club.
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(BELOW) Chaplain (Col.) Charles Egert, CASCOM and U.S. Army Garrison Fort Lee senior installation chaplain, discusses the importance of spiritual resiliency among U.S. service members during the Feb. 6 National Prayer Breakfast observance at the Lee Club. Nearly 300 members of the community participated in the event. (RIGHT) Military musicians from the 392nd Army Band perform pre-ceremony music during the Prayer Breakfast. Pictured are: Staff Sgt. Jeremy Morrison, Staff Sgt. Billy Carmack, Spc. Samantha Griffith, Sgt. Jared Miles and Spc. AndrewThomas. (BELOW RIGHT)The Oswald Brothers Band, a Christian rock-pop group from Atlanta, performs during the event. The brothers – lead singer Zach, percussionist Nich, and guitarist Jacob – recently participated in a national Winter Jam tour that included other new and notable performers.They are working on their first full-length album.
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Faith is among the most common denominators among deployed military personnel, according to Chaplain (Col.) Charles Egert, Combined Arms Support Command and senior U.S. Army Garrison Fort Lee chaplain. “My conclusion after 29 years of active duty,” he said, “is that of all people, Soldiers are the most religious. They may cuss God when they’re in a fire-fight for allowing such violence and wickedness, but usually, they’re asking Him to be with their family if they don’t make it home. They’re praying for their battle buddy on the right or left, and probably most importantly, they’re praying for courage to do their duty. Last and I would say this is probably least, they pray for a quick death if this is to be their moment.”
Those remarks were made during Egert’s keynote address at Fort Lee’s National Prayer Breakfast observance on Feb. 6 at the Lee Club. Nearly 300 community members attended the event. Many of the installation’s senior leaders were among them. The program opened with pre-ceremony music by a fivemember horn ensemble from the 392nd Army Band. During the morning meal, the Osborne Brothers – a Christian rock-pop group from Atlanta – performed. Egert’s keynote address focused on spiritual resiliency, one of the “five pillars of comprehensive Soldier fitness.” The other four are physical, emotional, social and family resilience. “In my five deployments to Somalia, Haiti and Iraq,” Egert said, “I have noticed that troops always pray downrange. They pray before they go on a mission,
and they pray that they will make it back from a mission. … They may not show up at chapel, but I have never seen a Soldier turn down prayer from a chaplain.” The National Prayer Breakfast observance has become a highly valued tradition “from the halls of Congress and the Pentagon, to the 50 state capitals and all over the military,” he said. “There are several reasons why we gather for times like this. (It is an opportunity for) leaders to acknowledge their dependence on God (and) their need for divine wisdom in carrying out their duties,” Egert observed. After speaking briefly on the 60-year history of the observance, the colonel encouraged the audience to not wait for special occasions like a prayer breakfast or church services on Sunday to go to the Lord in prayer. It can serve as a source of strength, he said,
and it helps even the most harried individuals find peace in the knowledge that they’re not going it alone. “Let me tell you this morning that your Soldiers – your Marines, Sailors and Airmen – are watching you,” Egert said. “They’re learning from you what leadership is and what character is all about. They know you’re human. They know you’ll make mistakes. But they expect you to be trustworthy, to have integrity, to be fair and to lead by example. What you do will inspire them day after day and will set them on a path to success. When they see you meet your challenges head on without losing your cool, they’ll be motivated to do the same.” There are two great moments in every person’s life, Egert also noted. That’s the day they were born and the day they find out why they were born. “When Soldiers live with purpose; when they know that their life is the Lord’s gift to them and that they are here for a reason, they will think of their duty to God and
country. They will remember their families and loved ones. They’ll live for a bigger purpose than themselves.” The breakfast concluded with remarks by Maj. Gen. Larry D. Wyche, CASCOM and Fort Lee commanding general. He too encouraged the audience to not underestimate the power of prayer and said that awareness of today’s key issues like support of Gold Star Families and suicide awareness and prevention is important to mission success. “I recently asked (my staff) to get a couple of figures for me … one of them was the number of sustainers we had lost in combat (since the global war on terrorism began),” Wyche said. “I was expecting 200 or 300 but, when they gave me the numbers, I stared at the paper in awe. We have lost 893 sustainers and logisticians. I really didn’t know what to say, but my heart poured out to those family members. I’m asking you to continue praying SEE BREAKFAST, PAGE 9
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Command Sgt. Maj. Terry E. Parham Sr. took over the top enlisted spot for the CASCOM and Fort Lee team during an assumption of responsibility ceremony Friday at the Regimental Club. Maj. Gen. Larry D. Wyche, commanding general, CASCOM and Fort Lee, welcomed Parham and his family back to Fort Lee, where they have served multiple tours as well as being residents of Dinwiddie and Petersburg before joining the military family. “When I look out into this audience and see Command Sergeant Major Parham, it’s really a good feeling to have him and Angela come back to Fort Lee,” Wyche said. “They are returning home.” Since the previous CASCOM CSM – Command Sgt. Maj. James K. Sims – moved to the top NCO spot at Army Material Command in November, Command Sgt. Maj. Allen B. Offord, Transportation Corps Regimental CSM, served in the spot in the interim. “I called upon the Chief ofTransportation to share Command Sgt. Maj. Offord and allow him to extend his considerable talents and skills during a time of transition,” said Wyche. “Today, I would like to thank (him) for doing an absolutely outstanding job. “You performed magnificently,” Wyche continued. “I recall on numerous occasions he would say to me, ‘Sir, no worries. I got this.’ Command Sgt. Maj. Offord, please note that those words were quite meaningful, and they spoke volumes about your professionalism.” Turning to his newest “battle buddy,” Wyche said he put a lot of thought into his selection. “CSM Parham is a seasoned combat veteran with three deployments,” said Wyche. “He’s respected and comes with the highest recommendations from all whom he has served to include me. “I have personally seen him in action when he was the command sergeant major of the 548th Combat Sustainment Support Battalion. (There) he served with Col. John
KAHC Holiday Hours Kenner Army Health Clinic and Troop Medical Clinic 1 will remain open for patient care on the upcoming training holiday, Feb. 14. The Mosier Consolidated Troop Medical Clinic will be closed Feb. 14. All Kenner clinics and services, however, will be closed on Feb. 17 in observance of the President’s Day federal holiday. To schedule appointments, call the Kenner Appointment Line at 1-866-LEE-KAHC (866-533-5242). To speak with one of our on-call KAHC medical providers when the clinic is closed, including after hours and weekends, contact the AOD at (804) 734-9000. This must be done before seeking care at an urgent care center. For medical emergencies, go the nearest emergency room or call 911.
Black History Month Observance The Fort Lee African-American/Black History Month Observance is set for Feb. 28, 11:30 a.m. - 1 p.m., at the Lee Theater. Hosted by the 23rd Quartermaster Brigade, the event will feature Dr. Zoe Spencer, associate professor of sociology at Virginia State University, as the guest speaker. Doors will open at 11 a.m. for participants to view two exhibits – “Stony the Road: Desegregating America’s Schools” and “African-American Trailblazers” – presented by Mary Lauderdale of the Black History Museum and Cultural Center of Virginia. For details, call (804) 734-6625.
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Command Sgt. Maj.Terry E. Parham Sr., incoming CSM, CASCOM and Fort Lee, takes the CASCOM colors from Maj. Gen. Larry D. Wyche, commanding general, CASCOM and Fort Lee, during his assumption of responsibility ceremony Friday at the Regimental Club.
Sullivan (now Chief of the Transportation Corps),” he continued. “I’ve personally tracked CSM Parham’s career, and I have to tell you, CSM Parham, you are not here by accident.” After thanking his family, friends and fellow Soldiers for attending the ceremony Parham specifically recognized previous coworkers who have offered invaluable guidance throughout his career. “Leaders don’t get to this level by themselves,” he said. “There are a whole lot of people who help them along the way.” Parham said he is looking forward to serving in his new position and recognized Wyche for giving him the opportunity. “General Wyche, thanks for your vote of confidence to serve as your battle buddy to serve these Soldiers,” he said. Supporting the Soldiers of CASCOM and the extended Sustainment Center of Excellence is important to him, said Parham. “It’s my honor to serve you, the service member, families, communities and our nation,” he said.
The Crater Planning District Commission – lead agency for the Fort Lee Joint Land Use Study – and Chesterfield, Dinwiddie, Prince George counties, along with Colonial Heights, Hopewell and Petersburg have joined together to prepare the Fort Lee JLUS. This planning process has identified land-use conflicts between the civilian population and Fort Lee that now occur or are likely to happen. As a result, recommendations are being presented to the participating governments. The outcome will ensure that Fort Lee can continue and/or modify its future missions with as little hindrance as possible, while also ensuring that civilian interests are protected to the greatest possible degree. To view a summary of the JLUS findings and recommendations, visit www.fortleejlus.com/images/JLUS_brochure.pdf.
KAHC Standardization of Health Clinic Hours The operating hours for several clinics and services at Kenner Army Health Clinic will change effective March. 1. With continued transformation into advanced Patient Centered-Medical Homes for primary care, the Family Medicine and Wilkerson Pediatrics clinics will be open from 7 a.m. - 4 p.m. each weekday. KAHC continues to focus on wellness and prevention, and being proactive and patient-centered in all aspects of care. For details, call (804) 734-9086 or 734-9186.
Kenner Change of Responsibility Ceremony Sgt. Maj. Dave B. Francis will assume responsibility of Kenner Army Health Clinic from Sgt. Maj. Reginald D.W. Crosby Feb. 27, 10 a.m., in the first floor break room at KAHC. This ceremony is open to the Fort Lee community. Clinic services will be curtailed from 9:30-11 a.m. to give all staff members the opportunity to attend the event. For details, call (804) 734-9086.
Exchange Homecoming Contest Shoppers at the Army and Air Force Exchange can take part in a homecoming contest for a chance to win one of two Lenox Thomas Blackshear sculpted figurines valued at $195. By Feb. 28, participants should submit a story of 150 words or less about the support they have received. Winners will be notified on March 1. No purchase is necessary. For details, visit www.shopmyexchange.com/patriotfamily.
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63& .(17 :,1./(5 Unit: Romeo Company, 262nd Quartermaster Battalion, 23rd QM Brigade with duty at the battalion headquarters MOS: 56M – chaplain’s assistant Age: 28 Time in service: four years Hometown: Toledo, Ohio Marital status: married with two children Describe yourself: “I’m friendly, talkative, open-minded, easy-toget-along-with and a family-first type of person. I’m occasionally long-winded as well.” Pastimes: “I usually watch movies or TV with my wife and wrestle with the kids.” What you can’t live without: “My faith.” Your talent: “Counseling people. I’m approachable and openminded to their situations.” Worst fear: “Clowns and death.”
One person you most admire: “My wife. She’s stuck home every day with two kids. They’re trying sometimes, and on top of that, she has to take care of a third kid, which is me.” The celebrity or historical figure you would like to meet: “I wouldn’t mind meeting Jim Brown (Winkler is a big Cleveland Browns fan). It’s his work ethic. He did a lot. He was a multiple (sport) letter winner at Syracuse, then played professional football. He was very, very hard working.” One lesson you’ve learned that you like sharing with others: “When I was a kid, I hit two home runs in a little league playoff game. Afterward, I was talking about how awesome I did, and my dad pulled me aside and said, ‘You’re only as good as people say you are. If you have to tell people you’re good, then you’re not as good as you think you
are.’” One defining moment: “Getting married. It changes your whole life. Now you have somebody who you are accountable to and vice versa. From that you have kids, and it’s no longer your decision but ‘our’ decisions.” Why you joined the Army: “For discipline and to continue in the ministry and the opportunity to get my degree at the same time. I have three-quarters of my bachelor’s degree through the Army.” Did the Army fulfill all of your
expectations?: “That and then some. I’m due to get my degree in about four weeks, and then I’m pursuing a program to become a chaplain. I’ve also become more wellrounded by interacting with people and seeing the world through their eyes.” Why you want to continue in uniform: “I’ve always wanted to serve, and I have a passion for the ministry so I kind of combined the two. In addition, every day in the chaplaincy is not conventional. I’ve always been a guy who is better outside the box than inside it. Combining those pieces together fit perfectly.” Toughest part of your job: “Avoiding compassion fatigue. Compassion fatigue is when you get slammed by a bunch of different people having a bunch of different issues. Chaplains and chaplain assistants aren’t allowed to have bad days, so when you have a bunch of people coming in telling you how bad their day is, and you’re actually having a bad day, you still have to take care of their
emotional issues because that’s why we’re here.” The qualities that you admire in leaders: “The ability to involve themselves in multiple parts of a Soldier’s life. There’s your military life, and they are there to guide and show you how to do things. But there’s a life outside of uniform, and they are there as well.” What you like best about the Army: “Within the battalion headquarters, we’re really shorthanded and small so we have to help each other out. From the top down, everyone is willing to help each other out. It’s really supportive, way more so than I’ve seen elsewhere. It’s one moving force.” The best thing about the Army: “The unseen benefits like medical, recreation, etc..” Worst thing about the Army: “Constant change. You get to know people and either they will PCS or you will.” Future plans: “To become a chaplain.” – Compiled by T. Anthony Bell
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These new recruits, many wearing suits, wave at at the camera upon their arrival at Camp Lee in 1917 for training as calvary Soldiers.The first 2,500 trainees were from Virginia. As the year went on, men poured in so rapidly that many citizens of nearby Petersburg offered housing to officers until accommodations were ready.
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The February Historic Photo of the Month looks back at the 1917 construction of the first Camp Lee, which became the home of the famed Blue Ridge Division. “The nation was at war! Scarcely had the people had time to grasp the awful reality of it before work had begun at a feverish pace on a great new Army installation.� This is the opening paragraph of a front page story published in the 25th Anniversary edition of the Fort Lee Traveller on June 30, 1966, under a headline “The First Camp Lee: 1917 to 1919.� “On June 21, 1917,� the article continued, to the busy sound of saws and hammers, to the tempo of straining muscle, Camp Lee between
Petersburg and Hopewell, Va., commenced to take shape.� The article noted that 14,000 workmen were on the job. “Whole blocks of buildings were erected within 60 days. The cantonment resembled a huge horseshoe, five miles around, two miles deep,� it read. The article explained that Camp Lee was the second largest military installation in the country, exceeded only by Camp Lewis in the state of Washington. And it became the third largest “city� in Virginia “as the year went on with more than 60,000 doughboys.� Also, citizens in Petersburg even housed officers for a time due to overcrowding. “Here at Camp Lee were the barracks buildings, mess halls, the training facilities that would eventually house, feed, and provide the skills
and knowledge for waging war to 67,000 of Uncle Sam’s finest,� the article read. “These were the premechanized days, the day of the cavalry soldier, and horses were used in combat as well as for all manner of heavy work and transportation. Camp Lee had become the home of the proud 80th Blue Ridge Division, commanded by Major General Adelbert Cronkite. The men took their full period of training here, drilling, hiking, taking their turns at gunnery, spending many hours in the muddy practice trenches.� The troops not only came from Virginia but from Pennsylvania, West Virginia and other places. The Traveller welcomes comments from readers about this series including suggested content. Readers can post their comments on www.facebook.com/
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The Family and MWR directorate will host its first Fort Lee Newcomer’s Dinner on Feb. 20, 6 p.m., at the Regimental Club for military members and their families who have arrived at Fort Lee in the past 90 days. The free event will offer a buffet-style meal that will include chicken and sliced top round, as well as vegetables and desserts. As part of the evening, participants will be able to learn more about what FMWR can offer them on the installation, said Megan Green, FMWR marketing. “All of the FMWR activities will be represented at the event, so our families can learn about what’s available for them,� said Green. “We hope this will be a fun and exciting way for new community members to learn about the FMWR features here.� Aside from information about what’s available, the event will include introductions to various sports
activities on the post. Golf pros from the Cardinal Golf Club will be among those present. There will be several giveaways at the dinner, including a mobile tablet and a gaming system. Free tickets to post activities also will be up for grabs. “We will have giveaways throughout the event,� said Green. “For a portion of the evening, attendees can visit the various tables with a passport card that they need to get stamped by the various organizations there. Those cards are their entry into drawings.� Although FMWR informs new Soldiers about the directorate’s offerings during the weekly ACS newcomer’s briefing, they hope this new, quarterly event will help spouses and family members when they first arrive. Besides learning about the installation, they can meet other new families, said Green. Reservations are required and can be made by calling (804) 734-7821. The Regimental Club is located on C Avenue in building 2609.
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Maj. Gen. Larry D. Wyche, CASCOM and Fort Lee commanding general, emphasizes the importance of Team Lee members looking out for each other during his remarks at the Fort Lee National Prayer Breakfast observance on Feb. 6 at the Lee Club.
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(ABOVE) Whiskey Company, 266th Quartermaster Company, 23rd QM Brigade Soldiers, stand in front of artwork displayed in the company area to celebrate African-American History Month. Nineteen Soldiers participated in the project that created various pieces of art to commemorate the modern civil rights movement. (FAR LEFT) A sampling of the Soldiers’ artwork on display in their barracks.
Whiskey Soldiers learn about civil rights AfricanAmerican History Month provides quartermasters a platform to study struggle for justice, equality
A creative Black History Month display in the Whiskey Company, 266th Quartermaster Battalion barracks here is showcasing the talents of 19 advanced individual training students while raising awareness of America’s historic civil rights movement. The display is the result of a challenge by company leaders to create artwork in recognition of February’s BHM observance and its 2014 theme, “Civil Rights in America.” The participating students produced 10 drawings that depict characters like Martin Luther King Jr., Malcolm X, President Barack Obama and other well-known figures. The piece contributed by Pvt.
Brenda J. Sams shows a silhouette of young Rosa Parks with the words “I had no idea history was being made, I was just tired of giving up.” A drawing by Pvt. Cristian J. Contreras bears the title “Freedom” and the Malcom X quote, “Nobody can give you freedom. Nobody can give you equality or justice or anything. If you’re a man, you take it.” “I’m proud of the contributions by these great warriors,” said 1st Sgt. Shelby L. Reed, Whiskey Company’s lead NCO. “It’s good to give these Soldiers something to do to showcase the talents they have outside of their military training and skills, as well as recognize such an important part of
our country’s history.” Capt. Adam D. Stear, company commander, noted that the display is prominently located in a hallway near the entrance of his building and students see it every day. It is a source of pride for those who participated in the project, and raises awareness among other passersby who stop to take a look at the drawings. Shortly after the display was created, one Whiskey Warrior – Pvt. Ian Seals – shared his views on what Black History Month and the civil rights movement means to him. “It represents hard work and people putting their lives on the line so we can have a better future,” he said. “And it’s not just one race or
group of people; ‘we’ refers to Soldiers and civilians as well. The sacrifices we remember during Black History Month are important. We should continue to strive for similar goals every day.” Other Black History Month activities at Fort Lee include a special observance at the Lee Theater on Feb. 28, 11:30 a.m. It will feature live music, dance, poetry and Dr. Zoe Spencer, associate professor of sociology at Virginia State University, as the guest speaker. That event is being sponsored by the 23rd QM Brigade and the Fort Lee Equal Opportunity Office. – Whiskey Company, 266th QM Battalion
A major change to the physical training running route on Fort Lee went into effect Thursday morning Feb. 6. According to Joseph Kolb, chief of the Training Management Branch, Directorate of Plans, Training, Mobilization and Security, the PT route adjustments were prompted by several factors including the increase in troop activity around 34th Street, the Army Logistics University and the Fort Lee lodging facility and tenant organization changes in that area. The change to the PT route is located along 34th street; beginning at Jessup Street to B Avenue. This stretch of road has changed to a joint use (blue roadway) from 5-7:30 a.m. Monday Friday. Kolb said drivers are reminded to use extreme caution at the intersection of A Avenue and 34th street due the speed limit set currently at 35 mph. “This is an extremely important matter because it impacts troop and pedestrian safety,” Kolb said. “Every motorist on the installation should not only be aware of the established running routes, but also the fact that Fort Lee has a lot of foot traffic along its primary roadways during the morning (and evening) hours. With that in mind, they need to obey the posted speed limits, and off-limit PT route restrictions and just be more aware in general so we can avoid anyone getting hurt.” Individual runners will be permitted in the areas that are not designated PT formation routes, however, Kolb advised caution because of low-lighting conditions and uneven pavement. Reflective vests or belts are required for all runners on the installation, and the wearing of headphones while running along the roadway – to include housing areas – is prohibited by post
policy. Making further reference to the accompanying map, Kolb explained that roadways highlighted in blue and green are designated PT formation routes. Vehicular traffic (except emergency vehicles) will not use the green roadways from 5-7:30 a.m. Monday through Friday.
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At all other times, the green roadway reverts to a blue roadway, which indicates joint use by vehicles and military formations. “Vehicles may cross green routes when it is safe to do so,” Kolb said. “In most cases, motorists are expected to come to a full stop and look both ways
for runners before proceeding across these roadways. If a formation or individual runners are within 50 feet of the crossing, the vehicle operator will wait until they have passed before moving ahead. If it is clear that runners are not in the area, vehicle operators may proceed through the intersection without
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stopping but will proceed with due caution in a safe and responsible manner.” All physical training formations will clear the running routes by 7:30 a.m., Monday through Friday. Kolb also reminded military members on the installation to remain aware of traffic as they are dismissed from physical training. Accidents can just as easily happen while running to a vehicle or back to the barracks. Motorists can also help by being cautious around PT areas or avoiding them altogether, if possible. “What motorists should do when approaching a marching or running military formation is another important rule to remember,” Kolb said. “They will reduce speed to 10 mph or slower, pull to the right side of the road, turn off the headlights (leave parking lights on) and, if appropriate, activate the emergency hazard flasher while passing the formation with extreme caution obeying all hand and verbal commands of the formation road guards. “When approaching the rear of a marching/running formation, vehicle operators will not drive within 20 yards of the last rank in the group. They will use low-beam headlights and may want to activate the emergency hazard flasher as well. Under no circumstances will vehicle operators pass the formation from the rear unless they are specifically directed to do so by the formation road guard. When so directed, pass the formation at no more than 10 mph.” The Fort Lee Military Police Department will issue a United States District Court Violation Notice, DD 1805, if an unauthorized vehicle is observed operating on a restricted running route (green roadway) or passing troop formations in an unsafe manner. Repeated traffic ticket offenses can result in adverse administrative measures by the U.S. Army Garrison, Fort Lee commander. – DPTMS
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(LEFT) Elena Holmes and Ilona Shuvalova stand beside Shuvalova’s “Battersea Girl” oil painting at the Picture Perfect Frame Shop. Both women are framers at Picture Perfect. Shuvalova has exhibited her work at various local venues.
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Frame shop employee takes plunge into oil painting Tri-Cities photographer John A. Rooney Jr. Its soft colors and plentiful detail are reminiscent of traditional styles and exemplifies what she calls romantic realism. “I’m looking for something beautiful in my work,” she said, noting subjects such as “flowers and ballerinas” are favorites. Shuvalova is also drawn to history and likes to incorporate it into her work. Historical elements, she said, give her creations a timeless look. “I’ve always had an interest in history and the fine arts,” she said. “My goal is to paint works that are similar to the old masters.” Shuvalova came to the United States 14 years ago from the city of Lvov in the northwest region of the Ukraine, a former Soviet
Union republic. She learned to draw under the tutelage of her mother, an artist who worked in a gallery. That’s where she spent much of her time. “I used to visit the gallery, and I just loved the masterpieces,” she said. “I would just stand in front of one painting and look at all the details, thinking ‘How can the artist do such a thing?’ One day, I thought that maybe I could do things like that.” Her childhood aspiration, however, was a thought on a distant horizon. As she became older, her interests shifted into fashion design, and she eventually enrolled in a degree program that required her to take a few drawing and painting classes. The work she produced in those
courses convinced her that fashion design was just a detour to the expressway of painting. “The teachers and students talked to me about my talent and everything,” she said, recalling a conversation from 2010. “They said they ‘didn’t know how good of a fashion designer I could be but you are a pretty good artist so maybe you could stay there.’ This is what made me think about it.” Four years and much resolve later, Shuvalova is no longer in the contemplation stage. She has since produced many works, some appearing in galleries and others in local competitions. “Battersea Girl” has done well in various contests over the past few years. Holmes said her close friend and
About the Picture Perfect Frame Shop: Location: building 9024, next to Bowling Center Telephone: (804) 734-6137 Email: frameshop@ leemwr.com Services: frames for most things including prints, needlepoint pieces, puzzles and matted certificates; also offers custom engraving; trophies and classes on framing, scrap-booking, etc. Hours: Monday and Friday, 8 a.m. - 5 p.m. Tuesday -Thursday, 9 a.m. - 6 p.m. Weekends and major holidays – closed
fellow framer has an indescribable talent when it comes to manipulating brushes and paint into a comprehensible image. “Her work is gorgeous ... beautiful,” she said. “You cannot take your eyes off it. Her talent is a gift from God.” And a gift Shuvalova freely shares. For three months, she has tutored Holmes in the art of oil. “She so inspires me,” said Holmes. “I’ve never painted before, but I’m learning.” Shuvalova is still learning as well and expressed a desire to take the next step in the endless hierarchy of artistic skill levels. She said it will take an open mind and a willingness to learn. “The basic classes gave me a good kick (start),” she said, “but further down the line, it’s only about practicing and experimenting. That is the way to grow.” In the meantime, Shuvalova said she will continue to show her work in galleries and competitions. Her future interests include teaching painting classes on the installation.
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Are you prepared for a dental emergency? Thousands of dental emergencies – from injuries to a painful, abscessed tooth – take place every day. Would you know what to do if your child broke a tooth or had a tooth knocked out while playing outdoors? What if you had a bad toothache in the middle of the night and couldn’t get to the dentist until the next day? Knowing what to do can lessen the pain and save a tooth that might otherwise be lost. Keep your dental office phone number and an emergency number where the dentist can be reached after hours with other emergency numbers, such as your family doctor, and fire and police departments. Some families post these numbers on the refrigerator or inside a kitchen cabinet door near the phone. Call the dentist
immediately for instructions on how to handle a dental emergency. Toothache: Rinse the mouth with warm water to clean it out. Gently use dental floss or an interdental cleaner to remove any food or other debris that may be caught between the teeth. Never put aspirin or any other painkiller against the gums near the aching tooth. This could burn gum tissue. If the toothache persists, try to see the dentist. Don’t rely on painkillers. They may temporarily relieve pain, but your dentist should evaluate the condition. Knocked-out (avulsed) tooth: Try to find the tooth! This may not be as easy as you think if the injury took place on a playground, basketball court or while skateboarding – so try to stay calm. Hold the tooth by the crown and rinse
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A group of Fort Lee international military students pose with a smiling Malcolm Jamal Warner (Theo Huxtable of the “Cosbys”) at a Black History Month dinner at Virginia State University Feb. 6. Warner gave a motivational presentation with a positive message for all in attendance. “He was a fantastic speaker,” said Becky Joyner, field services program manager, International Military Students Office, Army Logistics University.
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FOR THE 2014 FORT LEE HEROES AT HOME MILITARY SPOUSE AWARDSS
Open to all active duty and retired military spouses. All nominees will be recognized by our local business and military communities at the awards luncheon on May 9th where we will announce the finalists and the 2014 Fort Lee Heroes at Home Military Spouse of the Year! DEADLINE FOR NOMINATIONS IS MARCH 23RD. The Fort Lee Heroes at Home Military Spouse of the Year will be chosen from nominees provided by active duty personnel from all branches of the military, spouse support groups, charitable organizations, friends and family.
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FAITH AND HOPE TEMPLE CHURCH OF GOD IN CHRIST 1800 E. Washington St. • Petersburg, Virginia 23803-3635 (Less than 1 mile from the Ft. Lee Main Gate)
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EVENTS Religious Education Night | Every Wednesday A Wednesday evening religious education dinner and discipleship program is held each week at Memorial Chapel. The next program is Feb. 19. The free sessions start with dinner at 5:30 p.m. followed by the classes, 6-9 p.m. For details, call (804) 734-6483 or email jolynda.strandberg.civ@mail.mil.
‘Chalk Garden’ | Feb. 14-23 “The Chalk Garden,” a dramatic stage play, is being presented until Feb. 23 at the Lee Theater. It explores the secret world of childhood through the prism of an outlandish British dowager and her equally eccentric granddaughter.
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NARFE Meeting | Feb. 19 National Active and Retired Federal Employees will hold its monthly meeting, Feb. 19, 10:30 a.m., at the Lutheran Church of Our Redeemer, 1769 S. Sycamore St., Petersburg. For details, call (804) 458-3835.
ACAP Virtual Career Fair | Feb. 25 Veteran Recruiting Services, in partnership with the Fort Lee Army Career and Alumni Program, will hold a virtual career fair on Feb. 25, 9 a.m. - 1 p.m. Participants can meet and interact live with recruiters from dozens of
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Reconciliation Act of 1986. Under this law, the DOD Third Party Collections Program was created. As a result, military medical treatment facilities are mandated to bill health insurance carriers for the cost of medical care provided to active duty family members, retirees and family members who are covered by other health insurance. Kenner must comply with this law. The funds Kenner collects through the third-party collections stays at the clinic and funds medical staff, staff training and supplies. The ultimate goal of billing other health insurances is to enhance the services Kenner provides to beneficiaries. Patients with OHI will not pay for the services received at Kenner. Your insurance carrier is obligated to pay for
SCHEDULE OF SERVICES Sunday: Worship Services: 10:00am Saturday: Intercessory Prayer 9:00am Tuesday: Church School 7:00pm Radio Broadcast “Greater Anointing” by Pastor Crockett can be heard everyday on 97.7 FM and WGGM 820 AM from 11:00 a.m. - 11:15 a.m.
ASIST Training Registration | Feb. 25-26 Applied Suicide Intervention Skills Training is a two-day workshop that prepares caregivers of all backgrounds to provide suicide first aid. The next session will be held Feb. 25-26 at Liberty Chapel. There is no cost to attend, but participants are asked to register only if their schedule permits them to attend the two full days. Participants are responsible for their meals and beverages. For details, call (804) 734-3415.
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Dodgeball Intramurals | March 13 Dodgeball Intramurals, sponsored by FMWR Sports, will begin March 13. Companies must submit an entry form to the Sports Office, building 4320, C Avenue and 19th Street by March 13. There is no charge. It is open to active duty military and spouses, DOD Civilians and contractors at Fort Lee. There will be a preseason tournament March 20 and a post-season tournament May 1 and 8. For details, call (804) 765-3896.
FMWR Skeet and Trap Shoots | April 26, 27 Family and MWR Outdoor Recreation holds several registered skeet and trap shoots during the year at the Trap and Skeet Range, adjacent to building 15014 on 5th Street. The next skeet shoots will be held April 26-27 and May 25, 9 a.m. Trap shoots are set for April 27 and May 25, also at 9 a.m. The cost varies per shoot. COMING TO PETERSBURG THIS SPRING!
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Annual Black Heritage Program | Feb. 22 Maj. Gen. Larry D. Wyche, CASCOM and Fort Lee commanding general, will be the guest speaker at the 8th Annual Black Heritage Committee Program honoring Black History Month, Feb. 22, 2 p.m., at the Sunlight Elks Lodge No. 1558, 1505 High Ave., Hopewell. The Fort Lee 392nd Army Band’s Jazz Ensemble will perform at the program. The cost is $20 and includes a full buffet dinner. For registration and details, call (804) 503-2228.
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