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Welcome to warmer weather and a new edition of the MWR Magnifier! Spring and summer often bring changes and new life. As you flip through this issue, you may have noticed that the same is true for our magazine. We are transforming the MWR Magnifier to relate to you, our patrons. You will find more content enriched articles, information, an activity section as well as programs and facility information that you have enjoyed in the past. While on the topic of our patrons, I want to take a moment to thank you for voting the Redstone Lanes Bowling Center the “Best Bowling Alley in the Valley� for 2014. We will strive to continue to be your number one choice for fun,
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relaxation, and entertainment throughout all of our facilities.
information about all of the wonderful programs and services available to you.
Additionally, I would like to say Happy Birthday to Army Community Service (ACS). July will mark the 50th year ACS has been supporting servicemembers, civilian employees, and their Families. We have dedicated a special section in this edition to celebrate their accomplishments and I hope you take a moment to check it out.
We want to be your First Choice for all quality of life services. Providing superior customer service is very important to us. I look forward to seeing you in our facilities and at our events.
Remember, as an active or retired member of the Armed Forces, AMC, USASAC, NASA, MDA, SMDC, ATF, FBI, PEO, LOGSA, AMRDEC, AMCOM, SED, or any other government organization on Redstone, we want you to know that having access to our facilities and activities are part of your benefits package.
Sincerely,
For more information on any of our programs or events, please visit us online at www.redstonemwr.com.
Derrick E. Gould Director, Directorate of Family and Morale, Welfare and Recreation
Redstone Arsenal Family and MWR has many award-winning services available from recreation, sports and fitness, child, youth, and school services, golf, bowling, clubs, arts and crafts, a library and more! The following pages have more in depth
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On the Scene with MWR By Sabrina Forrest
I rolled into the Redstone Lanes Bowling Center, to strike up a conversation with the new Bowling Manager Bob Ujvari. Bob just moved to Huntsville from San Antonio, Texas, where he was the Bowling Manager at Lackland Air Force Base’s Bowling Center. Bob is no stranger to the bowling industry; overall he has been in a bowling managerial role for 25 years. He is also a well renowned professional bowler and has bowled in Regional Tournaments as well as High Roller events for over 35 years. When asked his thoughts on the bowling center being voted the “Best Bowling Alley in the Valley,” Bob had this to say. “I feel great for my employees, the manager is basically in the background. It’s a team effort, and my team provides fantastic customer service and they are dedicated to their jobs.” “I would love for the people who come into the center, to be able to have a fun, memorable time and want to come back. It would be great if they tell a friend about their experience, as word of mouth is one of our best marketing tools,” said Bob. Moving forward as the newly appointed Manager, “I would like to incorporate some new events that will be open to both league and family bowlers. The center will become a one-stop-shop for our patrons as we plan to open a pro shop later this year.” For more information on Redstone Lanes Bowling Center, please call 256-842-2695 or visit www.redstonemwr.com.
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ummer is quickly approaching. There will be more time for family now that summer break is here. Looking for stuff to do in the summer months ahead? Here are some ideas that we think are awesome.
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Summer is one of the busiest times for vacations. Our Leisure Travel Office has provided us a sneak peak at the most popular destinations.
HAWAII Escape to paradise with this popular destination vacation. The spirit of aloha is found in its beaches, tiki torches and luaus. Leisure Travel helps you plan a worry-free island experience.
COOL OFF AROUND HUNTSVILLE
Want to beat the heat without traveling? Here are some last-minute summertime solutions.
Pools at Redstone Arsenal The pools are open Memorial - Labor Day and are affordable for individuals and families. Go on a spur of the moment or purchase a membership for unlimited fun all summer long. (256) 876-1200
Point Mallard This waterpark lets you experience the great outdoors like you have never experienced it before. Sitting on 750+ acres, there is something for everyone. Tickets available at ITR. (256) 876-4531
Alabama Rivers Escape to nature with a rental from Outdoor Recreation. Canoes, boats and more are available for you to sight see, relax and even catch dinner. Call for more information or to reserve (256) 876-4868.
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This summer spend quality time with the family and enjoy summer movie offers. FREE MOVIE FRIDAYS Every other Friday, the BOSS Program provides a free viewing of popular movies at Heiser Hall, Bldg 3712. Movies start at 6:00 pm. Schedules are announced each month and can be found on redstonemwr.com.
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EUROPE (GUIDED TOURS)
Beat the heat and learn a new skill at Arts & Crafts. Paint, photography, framing and wood work is just the tip of the iceberg. For more information call (256) 876-7951.
If you never been to Europe, guided tours allow you to visit the most popular cities ensuring you don’t miss a thing! They offer many opportunities to experience different cultures, languages and sights that can be hard to do if you set out on your own.
Redstone Lanes Bowling Center offers fun for the whole family, no matter age or skill level, with 32 lanes, a private party room, Strike Zone restaurant and more! For information call (256) 876-6634.
DISNEY WORLD VACATIONS & RESORTS Leisure travel helps family’s create a vacation package that fits your families preferences, size and budget allowing you to experience the magic your way.
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There’s nothing better than a little family time on the home front. Here are some classics your family will want to enjoy before the summer ends. Build a Fort Use blankets, cardboard, and chairs.
Have a Water Balloon Fight Have a little fun and make it parents vs kids.
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Soldier Show Returns Free Event It’s Army entertainment like you’ve never experienced before. The Soldier Show is a live Broadway-style variety performance featuring the Army’s best talent. It’s singing, it’s dancing, and it’s amazing!
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June 23 & 24 Join us at the VBC, June 23 & 24 at 7:00 pm. It’s FREE. Tickets will be made available closer to the event at the Pershing Welcome Center in front of the ITR Office and at the VBC.
Each year, Army Entertainment brings together a talented group of performers who are selected through a rigorous audition process. They spend months rehearsing and training before taking the show “on the road” annually between May and September. Even the backstage crew for the Soldier Show has a lengthy screening process.
Working Out in H2O
by Gaylene Wilson, Director, Sports/Fitness/Aquatics
Did you know Redstone Arsenal MWR has an indoor Aquatics Center to meet your fitness needs? Do you currently exercise? Tired of the same routine? Achy bones and joints? If you are not aware of the amazing benefits of swimming for exercise, here are some facts you need to know: swimming, like other forms of exercise, builds endurance, muscle strength and cardiovascular fitness. It will help maintain a healthy weight, healthy heart and lungs. These are all things we need, right? Did you know through swimming you can also tone muscle and build strength without weights while having less impact on your body! Want to learn how to swim? We can teach you with personalized swim lessons.
Ever thought “I’d like to do aerobics but that pounding is just too hard on my joints” We have the solution. It’s aerobics in the water. Water allows you to do exercises that may be difficult for you on land because 90% of your body is buoyant when in the water up to your neck so you are not hitting the floor hard. No pounding, no jarring and you add 12-14% more resistance when in the water as opposed to being on land. In addition, it is a great social benefit, it’s fun! You can exercise and fellowship with others at the same time. We have several options for pool passes to include daily visits, punch cards and annual passes. To learn more about our Aquatics Program please come visit us at the Redstone Aquatics Center, bldg. 3705 on Aerobee Rd. or give us a call at (256) 313-1200 or (256) 313-1201. We are open Mon- Fri 5:00 am -7:00 pm. Redstone Arsenal Family and Morale, Welfare and Recreation
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The “SKIES” the limit, a common phrase those around Huntsville are familiar with hearing; although, it is truly the case when it comes to SKIES Unlimited. The name is an acronym for “School of Knowledge, Inspiration, Exploration, and Skills” with the word “Unlimited” for the unlimited possibilities this exciting program offers children and youth. SKIES Unlimited encompasses instructional programs for children and youth ranging from infancy to adolescence. Instructional programs foster the development of critical life, leadership, and social skills. The latest educational research confirms that students’ involvement in instructional programs benefit on all levels. Instructional programs have been shown to promote the intellectual development of children and youth.
Summer fun at SKIES Unlimited includes tae kwon do, dance, driver’s education, art classes and a variety of music lessons. New classes start monthly. Have a vacation planned? No worries, you can start, stop and continue at any time as classes are offered year-round. BONUS ~ SKIES offers extended hours for participants in the CYSS Summer Camp. Young people spend as much as 80% of their waking time outside of the classroom. When involved in instructional programs all year, they are less likely to engage in undesirable behavior. Through SKIES Unlimited, children and youth have equal access to opportunities that expand their knowledge, inspire them, allow them to explore, and acquire new skills. Join the fun and enroll in a SKIES Unlimited class today. For more information about SKIES Unlimited classes call (256) 876-6844.
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Education is the Foundation School’s out for summer which means no more pencils and no more books because it’s time to give our teachers a second look. Redstone Arsenal salutes area superintendents, school principals and personnel at Child, Youth and School Service’s annual “Education Appreciation Luncheon.” The event was made possible through generous support from long time sponsors, Boeing and Redstone Federal Credit Union. The event focused on the extraordinary efforts to understand and address the challenges that military-connected students face. All schools in the Tennessee Valley area were invited to attend this year’s celebration on April 17, 2015. Attendance included approximately 160 individuals from twelve counties including Redstone leadership, superintendents, directors, principals, school staff and education outreach partners. Although the event is not just for the teachers. Each year, students from area schools are involved in the event from the color guard team to bands showcasing their musical talent. Over the years, the event has undergone a large transformation. It started out as an appreciation breakfast with a small group of teachers from schools the Redstone Community attended. Recognizing the need to reach out to surrounding area schools, as not all of our community is within the immediate area, the meeting expanded into the “Education Appreciation Luncheon” that we know today.
Education Appreciation Luncheon 160 individuals ~ 12 counties
32 schools connected
While the luncheon is the capstone event, education outreach in our community is extremely important to Redstone Arsenal. This past year, the installation hosted fifty area teachers in August. During this time, the teachers learned about the Redstone community, toured facilities and were provided information on tours and off-site demonstrations available to their students. This has sparked an increase in educational field trips at Redstone Arsenal and off-site demonstration visits to various schools, igniting young minds to explore various fields. At the time of this article, the installation has hosted 26 speaking engagements and tours as well as hosted the JROTC Day for local high school cadets. Additionally, Team Redstone organizations are active participants within area schools and volunteer for two major events throughout the year, Veteran’s Day and Read Across America. During these events, 32 schools welcomed members of our community and allowed us the opportunity to connect with their students, our future leaders.
Learning is Year-Round As we celebrate school coming to an end, Family and MWR encourages parents to continue to keep children involved in learning throughout the summer. There are many opportunities on the installation to keep skills intact while having fun. Enroll in the Summer Reading Program at the Family & MWR Library and win prizes, take part in field trips and activities during Child, Youth and School Service’s Summer Camp, join a team sport with Youth Sports or learn a new skill at Arts & Crafts. There are plenty of opportunities to stay active, get connected and learn while having fun all year long at Redstone Arsenal.
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Summer is a time for fun & games
Texas Hold’em EVERY FRIDAY NIGHT
Don’t let the bright summer sun blind you... ante up every Friday night. The Firehouse Pub is the place to play Texas hold’em. Players enjoy an evening of fun with friends and a chance to make it their lucky night as
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prizes are awarded to the top three finshers. The pub opens at 3 p.m., with play beginning at 5:30. There is a $10 buy-in fee and a $10 re-up fee. For more information, call the Firehouse Pub at (256) 842.0748.
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Here are two reasons to join in the fun at the Challenger Bingo program.
$10,000 jackpots and three other games at $13,678, $6,275 and $597.
First, some lucky people are winning thousands of dollars in the daily games of chance at the facility. And second, renovations are planned to make the building on Weeden Mountain Road even better.
“What we’re doing in terms of facility upgrades, our goal is to make it the most modern facility across the Army and the best within the Southeast to include civilian facilities,” Wiley said. The renovations by December will include replacing the carpet, going wireless on the Bingo 24 machines and changing the furniture. Wall art will adorn the walls. “I’m just trying to make it feel like a bingo facility,” Wiley said.
Dan Wiley, business manager for the program, doesn’t hide his enthusiasm. He arrives at work about 1 p.m. and doesn’t leave until 11. “I love this bingo program,” the retired colonel said. “I’ve been on board about a year and we’re just doing great things.” This year the facility will payout at least $2.21 million in cash prizes which tops last year’s payout by about $62,000, according to WIley. The payout for the bingo card games is at least $5,250 daily. And the payout for the electronic Bingo 24 games is at least $6,425 daily. Within the last three months, a card-playing customer has won $15,857 in one session. And a Bingo 24 customer won $6,000 on a dollar bet.
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Challenger bingo includes a traditional card program, door prizes, quick shots basically you buy a card, open it up and play - and the Bingo 24 machines. There is free coffee, water, movie-style popcorn; and custoemrs are allowed to bring in food. Every now and then there are extra perks like a catered buffet. “We try to give back to the customers,” Wiley said. There are various promotional events. And there are nightly specials, such as buy two packs and get one free. Family and Morale, Welfare and Recreation members get 10 percent off at the cash register each night.
“The customers make it fun. They’re firendly. They can obviously win money,” Wiley said of the bingo perks. “It’’s convenient to play because it’s after work or on the weekends we’re open Saturday and Sunday. The staff is world class in trying to be friendly. “We provide a customer with a great experience. You can basically play everything for about $41. We are part of MWR so any profit that we make goes to support MWR as a whole.” Attendance averages 78 at the facility. An all-time record crowd of 122 attended the New Year’s celebration. Hours at building 1500 on Weeden Mountain Road are 3 10:45 p.m. Tuesday through Friday, with card games starting at 6:45. And the Saturday and Sunday hours are 10 a.m. to 6 p.m., with card games starting at 1:45. “Half our games are pack games and packs are $14 a piece,” Wiley said. He retired from the Army in January 2013 after more than 25 years and became the Challenger bingo manager in March 2014.
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READ TO THE RHYTHM!
Workout While You Work Chained to your desk? Feeling sluggish? Here are a few moves to get your blood moving and your muscles motivated!
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Keep your kids “on beat” this summer and enroll your child in the Family and MWR Post Library’s “Read to the Rhythm” Summer Reading Program.
Seated Leg Lifts
Sit close to the edge of your chair & extend 1 leg to the front. Keeping the foot flexed, toes up, raise & lower your leg 10x. Hold up on the 10th lift & take your leg out to the side 10x. Switch legs & repeat. Work up to 3 sets on each leg.
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Knee Raise/Toe-Taps
Stay scooted to the edge of your chair. Sit up tall, point your toes & quickly tap JUST your toes on the floor. Right, left, back & forth for about 20 reps on each leg. Feeling a little burn yet? Good! Work up to 3 sets of taps.
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This program sounds off on May 26 and is open to children 0-18 years of age. It’s simple - participants take “note” of the number of pages they read during the summer and earn prizes each week by visiting the library. At the end of the summer, Child, Youth, and School Services will host an awards program where the top readers are recognized.
ROCK ON!
Visit 1 of our 3 Fitness Centers for more workouts beyond your desk!
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Help us start the beat and join the library for a kickoff party on May 30th, which will feature cookie decorating, music-theme door prizes, and live music from the AMC Band. Throughout the summer, local musicians will also visit the library to play and talk about their instruments. This free program runs May 26 - July 18 and is available to all who have access to the Arsenal.
To learn more about the summer adventure call or visit us.
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Enjoy The Great Outdoors By Tom Pyburn
Outdoor Recreation (ODR) provides diverse opportunities throughout the year for you to enjoy and will connect you to summertime fun in no time at all. Everything you need to experience life outdoors, plan the perfect party or find an adventure, we have it! With the warm Alabama weather, individuals can indulge in camping, fishing, hunting, canoeing, outdoor parties and other outdoor adventures!! ODR offers a wide selection of campers, bass boats and pontoon boats at prices that can’t be beat! The Easter Posey Campgrounds provides convenient access to the Tennessee River. Looking for activities to keep the fun going all day long, ODR also offers a variety of outdoor games such as volleyball, disc golf, horseshoes and cornhole sets to name a few. Shooting sports more your thing? ODR has a trap and skeet range available offering personalized skeet lessons as well as an archery trail and 3 story bow tower to sharpen your skills. Come by the Outdoor Recreation Complex on Sportsman Drive. We are open 7 days from 9:30 am - 5:30 pm. Give us a call for more information at (256) 876-4868. We look forward to seeing you!
Explore Your Creative Side
by Nancy Green Arts & Crafts
Arts and Crafts Center offers a variety of services for every type of interest. From classes to DIY areas, you can explore framing, woodworking, digital photography, Photoshop, sewing, and art. Check out some highlights below.
Illustrate Your Imagination
Have you always wanted to learn to draw or paint? Let us help you with our beginning drawing and painting classes. Our students will learn techniques of hatching, stippling, smudging and how to reach different textures. They also will learn values and shading, perspective rules and vanishing points. Students will get to try a variety of mediums.
Create With Joy
Do you have trouble finding just the right card to send to a loved one or co-worker for a special event? “Create with Joy” is the class for you! You will learn how to make your very own greeting cards.
Brushstokes
Join us for food, wine, music and a step-by-step instructions to create your very own masterpiece to take home with you. Do you want to have your own Brushstrokes party or looking for a celebration venue? The Arts & Crafts Center offering private parties for adults and children. We provide instructor, space and materials.
Giving Back
Join our volunteers each month as they come together to turn wooden pens for the troops. Many of the pens have gone to Afghanistan, Iraq, Japan, and hospitals for wounded warriors. For more information on all these classes or services, call (256) 876-7951.
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Regatta: It’s a Race to the Finish Line by Gaylene Wilson, Director, Sports/Fitness/Aquatics
Who says you can’t own your own boat!
Looking for a fun family project for the summer? Build your own cardboard Regatta for a fun family boat race at Pool 1 at Vincent Park. The race will be held on Saturday, July 25. You have all summer to get your boat ready, so get started now. Your boat must be made of cardboard, no metal, wood or stryfoam objects attached to it. Does your family have what it takes to stay afloat? Please see our great American Red Cross certified lifeguards for race rules at either Pool 1 on Vincent Park or Pool 3 on Goss Rd. While you’re at it remember our pools are preparing for a fun filled summer. We are open Memorial Day Weekend and remain open through Labor Day. Pool passes are on sale now and can be purchased at the indoor Aquatics Center through 22 May. Beginning 23 May, passes can be purchased at the outdoor pools. Our fees are Active Duty- $30 Single/$50 family. All others-$60 Single/$100 Family. Daily passes are available as well. ONLY $2 for active duty and $3 for all others. We are excited to have new lights at Pool 1 this year so you can swim after dark. Grab your family, grab your friends, bring your picnic basket and come spend the day with us. For more information call us at (256) 876-6605.
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50 years changing to serve Army Community Service has fifty years of evolving to fit the needs of the Army with the shifting demographics of Redstone Arsenal. The initials “ACS” should stand for “Always Changing to Serve” .
from retirees with limited computer skills to millennials that get their information from the internet and check their phone before going to bed and after getting up in the morning. With teleconference and videoconference, Twitter, Facebook, blogs, ACS reaches out beyond the gates of Redstone.
Starting out in many locations as a lending closet of donated household goods operated by volunteers, ACS became the first stop for information and a welcome to the new duty assignment. Expending to meet the needs of the populations, the new regulation in 1978 included budget counseling, debt liquidation, relocation assistance, and an information program. That same year, the Family Advocacy Program, Family Member Employment Assistance Program were officially established. In 1988, the Relocation Assistance Program was formally established. The current ACS includes core programs in Consumer Affairs and Financial Assistance, Program, Mobilization and Deployment Program, Exceptional Family Member Program, Victim Advocacy, New Parent Support Program, Sexual Harassment and Rape Response Program, and Information and Referral.
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st Flash forward twenty-five years to the new ACS in the John Pershing Welcome Center. Job seekers can access a computer lab with internet and printers. Clients can take free, self-paced classes in Microsoft programs to enhance a resume. Job listings and other information are accessed worldwide through websites. Information on all military installations can be printed out or emailed to relocating clients. Customers may not even cross ACS’ doorway with program managers providing information through telephone contact, websites, phone apps and email. Recent financial training sessions were broadcast live to other Army Materiel Command sites. The ACS staff works with client base www.redstonemwr.com
by Mary Breeden Relocation Assistance Program Manager and retired military. ACS’s newest program Survivor Outreach Services is the official Army program designed to provide long term support to surviving Families of Fallen Soldiers. This is your program and provides service for as long as you desire! Conceived of and developed by Survivors, this program is continually refined based on Survivor feedback and involvement by senior Army leaders.
Celebration July 27 at 10 a.m. John Pershing Welcome Center
On July 25, 1965, General Harold Johnson, Army Chief of Staff dispatched a letter to all major commanders announcing the approval and establishment of Army Community Service. Twenty five years ago, the Family Member Employment Readiness Program at Redstone Arsenal, had a room with a few typewriters for spouses to work on resumes. The program manager would write down employer’s job requirements on 3x5 note cards to post on a cork board with other paper announcements. A food locker with bags of flour, peanut butter, tuna and powdered milk shared space with the lending closet of glasses, plates, pots, pans and other household goods.
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In 2013, the official mission statement read, “To facilitate the commander’s ability to provide comprehensive, standardized, coordinated, and responsive services that support Soldiers, Department of Army Civilians, and Families regardless of geographically location. Maximize technology and resources eliminate duplication in service delivery and measure service effectiveness.” As a demonstration of the quality of service provided at Redstone, the Redstone Arsenal ACS was the first in the Army to be accredited in 2000 and has been accredited four times. ACS will continue to change to meet the needs of its clients, now and into the next 50 years.
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Minimum opening deposit required to open Relationship Checking Account is $500. $8 monthly checking maintenance fee will be waived with one Direct Deposit credited to account per month or an average monthly balance of $500. With Redstone CashBack, you will receive $.05 cash back for every POS debit card transaction you complete after the first four POS transactions per month from a Relationship Checking Account. Only active Relationship Checking Accounts in good standing will receive Redstone CashBack rewards. Rewards will only be given for debit card POS purchases after the four per month threshold is met and will not be given for the first four purchases per month for Relationship Checking Accounts. Rewards will not be given for ATM, cash advance, or balance inquiry transactions. Must have PIN/password to access online banking. Must have online banking and PIN/password to access mobile banking and My Virtual Strongbox. Must have online banking, mobile banking, and PIN/password to use Remote Deposit Capture. Standard wireless carrier text message and/or data rates and fees may apply; check with your carrier for more information. Members with Relationship Checking Accounts will automatically receive the Extra Credit Line of Credit up to $250 if they have had no non-sufficient funds (NSFs) during the first 90 days after the checking account opening date. RFCU is an Equal Credit Opportunity Lender.
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