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August 4, 2016
Up Front Float-in movie tonight
Connelly Outdoor Pool at the Officers’ Club, 5500 Schulz Circle, shows “The Good Dinosaur” for a Float-in Movie, today. Admission begins at 7:30 p.m. and the movie begins at dusk. The cost is $3 per person and people can bring food and drinks, except alcohol and glass containers. Pool floats are allowed, but “lay floats” must be smaller than the user’s body. No registration is required, but space is limited. Call Benyaurd Indoor Pool, 703-805-2620, for more information. Photo by Paul Lara
Soldiers with 29th Infantry Division are briefed by 1st Sgt. Timothy Morris as they prepare to deploy to the Middle East. The Soldiers spent final moments with family and friends outside Fort Belvoir Garrison Headquarters, Monday.
29th ID Soldiers begin federal active duty By Cotton Puryear Virginia National Guard Senior leaders from state government and the Maryland and Virginia National Guard joined family members, friends and fellow Soldiers in bidding farewell to about 80 Soldiers assigned to the Fort Belvoir-based 29th Infantry Division as they began federal active duty Monday during a
Belvoir ceremony. The Maryland and Virginia National Guard Soldiers will provide mission command in the Middle East in support of Operation Inherent Resolve. Mission command is the term the U.S. Army uses to describe the headquarters that provides direction and intent to subordinate units for them to carry out their mission. That headquarters also provides guidance
and coordination for personnel, intelligence, sustainment and communications support. The group of Soldiers, also known as Task Force 29, is expected to serve on federal active duty for up to a year. “We have this mission because of what we have proven,” said Brig. Gen. Blake C. Ortner, 29th Infantry Division commander. “We have See 29th ID, Page A10
Protective Services Battalion, CID, welcomes new enlisted leader By Amanda Stewart Staff writer
The U.S. Army Protective Services Battalion, CID, held a change of responsibility ceremony July 27 at the Fort Belvoir Amphitheatre. First Sgt. Frank W. Jeppe transferred his responsibility as the battalion’s senior enlisted leader to Sgt. Maj. Marvin C. Marlow at the ceremony. “Today, we bid farewell to an outstanding leader within the PSB and welcome another,” Lt. Col. Derek J. Bellows, Protective Services Battalion, CID, commander said at the ceremony. “First sergeant, the greatest compliment I could pay to you is that you definitely left the organization in a better state than which you found it,” Bellows said. “Not to say it wasn’t in good condition, but, with any great leader, your number one priority is to improve your foxhole and to set conditions for your successor. You didn’t do this for the personal recognition or for the accolades, but rather, for the readiness, care and compassion for the Soldiers and civilians of the battalion, a true mark of a genuine leader.” See MARLOW, Page A4
Bilingual, volunteers needed
For 13 years, Belvoir has partnered with Fairfax County Health Department to provide free back-to-school physicals for those new to the area without insurance. Volunteers, especially those who are bilingual in any language, are needed for the partnership event, Aug. 13, in the morning. Interested people are asked to contact Sara Taylor, Fort Belvoir garrison public affairs, 703-8052395.
Education fair
Barden Education Center hosts an Education Fair from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Aug. 18. The education fair is open to everyone – military, veterans, spouses, family members and Army and other civilians. People who go can get information on potential schools, new programs and graduation information.
Family Fun Friday
Family Fun Fridays, with the band, Traitors N’ Thieves, is Aug. 19 from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. at the Belvoir Amphitheater. People can bring lawn chairs and blankets to the free family event. The amphitheater is on the corner of Gunston and Abbott roads. Call the Community Center, 703805-3417, for more information.
MWR save the dates
Photo by Paul Lara
Incoming NCOIC Sgt. Maj. Marvin Marlow addresses the audience as he accepts responsibilities for Protective Services Division (CID) from 1st Sgt. Frank Jeppe during cermonies at Fort Belvoir Amphitheater, July 27.
The O Club’s annual Hawaiian Luau is Aug. 26 and its Taste of Belvoir is Sept. 9. Both events are open to everyone, but prepaid reservations are needed. The O Club’s number is 703780-0930, ext. 600.