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February 2, 2017
Tax Center open for services By Adrienne Anderson Staff writer
Militaria show
Outdoor Recreation hosts a quarterly Militaria Show Sunday from 8 a.m. – 1 p.m. in the indoor archery range, 10155 Johnston Road, Bldg. 778. People can buy, sell, trade and collect a variety of memorabilia from different eras and all parts of the world. Admission is free. Vendors may register for tables in person at Outdoor Recreation for $15 - $20, depending on location, and can reserve more than one table. Same day table registration opens at 5:30 a.m. For more information, call 703805-3081.
The Fort Belvoir Tax Center started the tax season Monday in a ceremony at the Staff Judge Advocate’s building. Col. Angie Holbrook, U.S. Army Garrison Fort Belvoir commander, said she appreciated the hard work the tax center volunteers give to support Service members and their families. Last year, Belvoir’s tax center saved military families $1 million, and families received more than $5 million in tax refunds. Staff Sgt. Nicolya Jones, NCOIC for the tax center and legal assistance, said the volunteers who work throughout the next few months are great at their jobs. “We have some of the best tax preparers in the area,” she said, adding that the volunteers are dedicated to helping others with their tax returns. See Tax Center, Page A12
Up Front
Black history month observed Feb. 15
Photo by Paul Lara
Col. Angie Holbrook, right, commander U.S. Army Garrison Fort Belvoir, cuts the ribbon with NCOIC Staff Sgt. Nicolya Jones to open the Fort Belvoir Tax Center Monday.
“One team, one fight”
INSCOM battalion welcomes new commander By Sgt. Jeff Storrier INSCOM Public Affairs
Photo by Paul Lara
Capt. Laura Goulet addresses the audience after she assumes leadership of Headquarters and Headquarters Detachment, 2nd Information Operations Battalion from Capt. Scott Tunis during ceremonies in Fort Belvoir’s Wells Field House, Jan. 26.
Headquarters and Headquarters Detachment, 2nd Information Operations Battalion, 1st Information Operations Command (Land), welcomed a new commander, Capt. Laura E. Goulet, in a change of command ceremony at Wells Field House, Jan. 26. Lt. Col. John F. Whitfield Jr., 2nd IO Bn. commander, presided over the ceremony. He was heartfelt as he highlighted the performance of outgoing commander, Capt. Scott Y. Tunis. “I could not have asked for an officer more committed to taking care of our people,” Whitfield said. “The emphasis that you placed on treating people with dignity and respect emanated throughout the command.” Whitfield also thanked Tunis for his selfless service and reminded him he would always be a part of the 2nd IO Bn. family. See INSCOM, Page A12
Belvoir observes National African American/Black History Month Feb. 15 at 11:30 a.m., at the Community Center. The nationwide theme is The Crisis in Black Education. Shirley Ginwright, former president of the Fairfax County NAACP, is guest speaker. The event is open to everyone. FMI, 703-805-2288 or 5390.
Valentine’s dinner
The Belvoir O’ Club’s annual Love on the Potomac is Feb. 14 from 6 to 10 p.m. The event includes a gourmet, four-course meal for two, dancing, wine, entertainment and a cash bar, for $90 per couple. Pre-paid reservations are required by phone, 703-780-0930; or in person at the Officers’ Club, 5500 Schulz Circle.
PCS appointments
As of Wednesday, the LRCBelvoir HHG Counseling Office has switched to an appointment only basis for first-time PCS; retirements/ separations; PPM closeouts, Army only; and remote-area relocation customers. Appointments are available by calling customer service, 703-8055674; or emailing usarmy.belvoir. usamc.mbx.outboundpcsing@mail. mil. All other customers requesting movement of HHGs, or household goods, need only to complete selfcounseling by accessing www.move. mil and submitting their application to the right counseling office.