Fort Lee
Vol. 72, No. 28
Serving the community of Fort Lee,Virginia, since 1941
July 12, 2012
Fourth at the Fort
Annual Independence Day Celebration Draws Thousands See Page 12
WHAT’S INSIDE
Commentary ..................................Page 2 Army Civilians Column ..................Page 5 Off Duty in the Community ..........Page 7 Kenner Connection ......................Page 11 Sgt. McGillicuddy’s Crossword.....Page 21 Calendar of Events................Pages 25-29
Post Residents Get ‘Life at Lee’ Invite Teens Bake Cookies, Soldiers Support Learn Life Skills Wheelchair Games Page 23 Page 18 Page 3
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COMMENTARY
Should You Adjust Your Tax Withholding? by Jason Alderman 9LVD )LQDQFLDO (GXFDWLRQ 3URJUDP
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I’m usually a pretty savvy traveler, but a recent car rental mishap reminded me that even when you take every precaution, things still can go awry. While planning a family vacation to Panama, I searched online for rental cars. One lower-cost rental car agency I’d never used before offered a significantly lower rate than the others. Ignoring the little
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Soldiers and civilians enjoy the festivities at the annual Fourth at the Fourth celebration at Fort Lee. See more photos on Page 12. Photo by Debra Fulk. To reach the Traveller Staff, call (804) 734-7147.
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Annual Celebration Heralds ‘Life at Lee’ All residents of the Villages at Fort Lee and the organizations that are dedicated to their support are invited to a July 21 celebration on post that will include food, music, games and prize giveaways. The 4th annual “Life at Lee” event – sponsored by Fort Lee Commonwealth Communities, LLC – will take place from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Welcome Center, 1510 Sisisky Blvd. Admission is free. Barbecue food is being provided by Nanny’s Catering Service. Donated prizes from local vendors include a flat screen television, a Kindle Fire, a PlayStation3 and an Xbox Kinect. Also among the event activities for youths are a bounce house, face painting, the Splash Park, temporary tattoos and more. There will be a fire safety trailer, and Sparky the Fire Dog will drop by to share a special safety message. “We view this annual event as an expression of thanks to the service members and Families residing with us on post,” said Casey Surley, community director for the Villages at Fort Lee. “It’s also a way to bring the on-post community together and
allow them to experience all the benefits that Fort Lee has to offer.” While touting the success of past Life at Lee events, Surley gave a nod to supporting organizations like the Directorate of Emergency Services; the Installation Safety Office; Army Community Service; American Red Cross; Directorate of Plans, Training, Mobilization and Security; the U.S. Army Garrison Public Affairs Office; Child, Youth and School Services; Family and Morale, Welfare and Recreation; Army and Air Force Exchange Services; Fort Lee Credit Union and Sun Trust Bank, just to name a few. “The amount of participation from supporting organizations is a good indicator of Fort Lee’s commitment to the welfare of military Families,” Surley noted. “They are sending a message … no matter what your needs are, we’re here to help.” For more information about the Life at Lee celebration, call Priscilla Lewis at (804) 733-1558. – Staff Reports
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Fort Lee youths have fun at the Splash Park while their parents check out the many display and information booths at the 2011 Life at Lee celebration here.
‘Braking’ For Safety
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(LEFT) With the help of “Drunk Driving Goggles,” two 49th Quartermaster Group Soldiers learn first-hand how alcohol impairs judgment and motor skills. The demonstration was part of a recent Safety Stand-down Day at Fort Lee Training Area 19. (ABOVE) Mary Ann Crispin from Kenner Army Health Clinic discusses the importance of good nutrition and healthy habits at the event. Among the participating agencies were KAHC, the Virginia State Police, the Installation Safety Office, Army Community Service and others.
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MA Conference Focuses on Emergency Management Partnerships by Keith Desbois CASCOM Public Affairs
When there is a natural disaster or large-scale emergency, local resources can become overwhelmed. The 7th annual Worldwide Mortuary Affairs Conference, held in June, provided a venue for both military and civilian partners to exchange information on planning support for such situations. The goal of the three-day conference was to bring the mortuary affairs community together to share the latest information, identify gaps and discuss areas to focus on for the federal response process in support of local jurisdictions. “When you have a conference like this, it is important to bring everybody together because you get the face-to-face interaction and start the planning before an event happens,” said Colleen Chipper, director of operations, Joint Mortuary Affairs Center, U.S. Army Quartermaster School. “If something were to happen in the next few months or years, we have points of contact to call, and we know what their capabilities are.” The conference provided opportunities to share information through panel discus-
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Members of the Fort Lee Emergency Management Team, in conjunction with their civil partners, participate in a panel discussion on joint emergency response to a natural disaster. The panel was one of many presentations during the 7th annual Worldwide Mortuary Affairs Conference, held in June, at the Larkin Conference Center. sions and presentations. Panel members provided an overview on their agencies’ roles and responsibilities in scenarios created for fatality management. Agencies, which included the 49th Quartermaster Group, Air National Guard, Disaster Mortuary Operational Response Team,
FBI, Armed Forces Medical Examiner’s System, and the Virginia State Medical Examiner’s Office, provided briefings on topics including policy, equipment, force structure and capabilities of military, federal and civilian organizations. “This is an important venue, and we
are really lucky to have leaders who support this type of conference,” said Lee C. Green, director, Joint Mortuary Affairs Center. Many of the discussions related to an international mass fatality event, hosted by the New York City Office of Chief Medical Examiner, Emergency Management Division, that many of the agencies participated in earlier this year. The exercise brought together domestic and international experts and leaders in mass fatality management, including JMAC personnel, to explore incident management, discuss lessons learned and define best practices to enhance future responses and coordination. “We have been advocating expanding the exercise to include a mortuary affairs piece for active duty, reserve and National Guard forces,” said Green. “This way, we can practice integrating our personnel with civil authorities for real world training.” The conference here allowed partnerships to be enhanced between the civil community and Department of Defense for mortuary affairs and casualty assistance in order to better support emergency situations.
Lee Offices Committed to Exceptional Family Members by Kimberly K. Fritz Family/Community Life Reporter
Military life can be difficult enough for the average Family conquering the typical separations, moves and unique challenges; however, when faced with the same demands and the care of an exceptional Family member having access to more support is almost a must. Additional helping hands can be found at the two Department of Defense’s Exceptional Family Member Program offices supporting Fort Lee’s military members and their Families enrolled in the program. The medical support office located at Kenner Army Health Clinic and the community support office at Army Community Service are the installation’s two support offices for EFMP. EFMP works with other military and civilian agencies to provide comprehensive and coordinated community support, housing, education, medical and personnel services to Families with special needs, regardless of service branch, said Judy Eoff, the program’s manager at ACS. She works to bring information and resources to Families enrolled in the program. Whether it’s a spouse or
a child with a physical, emotional, developmental or intellectual disorder that requires special treatment, education, training or counseling, Eoff said she is there to help. “The two offices work very closely together, but what we do is different,” she said. An important difference between the two is that the medical EFMP office is part of the program’s mandate that ensures Family members have access to adequate care at their duty stations while the ACS office acts as a source of information, education and support. The medical services handles all enrollments, updates, terminating enrollments and overseas screenings for Family members, Eoff said. The EFMP at ACS offers a resource library with hundreds of books and DVDs available to Families enrolled in the program and additional support. “We facilitate support groups when there is an interest,” Eoff said. “They haven’t been terribly successful here so I maintain a database of local community support groups outside the gate or chat groups available online (categorized by disability) for anyone interested in finding support through group discussions.”
Eoff also is available to help parents with one-on-one special education training. “A lot of our Family members have school-aged children who are learning to navigate through the complex special education process and I serve as their advocate,” she said. “By the time they leave here, they’ve learned to negotiate the system.” Eoff sends out monthly newsletters and a mini-newsletter to keep community members aware of offerings available to EFMs. “Recently, the USO-sponsored a trip to Kings Dominion that many of our eligible Families participated in,” she said. Essentially, Eoff said she wants to be there for Families whether they need information, a referral or just an ear to bend. “Some times people get so frustrated that they don’t know where to go to get the service they need,” she said. “I help anyway I can.” EFMP at ACS also facilitates the Respite Care Program available to eligible Families. For more information, call (804) 734-6388.
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Cool Splash
Last week was a scorcher. Temperatures hit 100 degrees plus in the Tri-City Area for five consecutive days. The hot weather may have been a factor in the few numbers present at the Sisisky Splash Park July 6. Only
two Families were on hand during the early afternoon hours. That didn’t spoil the fun for 3-year-old Alex Almond and 4-year-old Silas Macumber. They frolicked and splashed around in the facility they had all to themselves.
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Petersburg Offers Free Museum Admission Offering an exciting agenda of reenactments, displays, lectures and living history programs, the museums and historical sites in nearby Petersburg are great places to explore the city’s 400-year legacy. The sites include Blandford Church and Cemetery, Centre Hill Museum and the Siege Museum, and they’re all waiving admission for active duty personnel and their Families through Labor Day. The city has joined a Blue Star Families program. The Old Blandford Church and Cemetery is rich in Colonial, Revolutionary War, War of 1812 and Confederate history. Built in 1735 and featuring 15 stained glass windows exquisitely designed by Louis Comfort Tiffany, the church now serves as a memorial shrine dedicated to the 30,000 war dead buried on its grounds. The oldest grave marker at the cemetery is from
1702, which predates the official record of interments that began in 1843. Gen. William T. Mahone, hero of the Battle of the Crater; John Herbert Claiborne, the physician in charge of all military hospitals in Petersburg during the 1864 siege; and Robert Bolling, one of Petersburg’s first major land owners and real estate developers, are among the many buried there. The site is located at 319 S. Crater Road. Famous for its annual “ghost watch� tour, the Centre Hill Museum is a bastion of Petersburg history. Through guided tours, visitors learn about Centre Hill’s role in the Civil War and the two presidential visits to the house. Examples of 18th, 19th and 20th century decorative arts, many from the Petersburg area, are also exhibited. Centre Hill Mansion and Museum is located at 1 Centre Hill Ave. Located at 15 West Bank St., the Siege Museum in-
terprets civilian life in Petersburg before, during and immediately after the Civil War. Through artifacts, documents and photographs, emphasis is given to the 10-month siege of Petersburg (June 1864 - April 1865) – the longest period of time that an American city has been under a military siege. In addition to the permanent exhibitions, visitors to the Siege Museum can view the film, “The Echoes Still Remain,� an 18-minute production that explores Petersburg’s involvement in the Civil War. All of the museums are open from 10 a.m. - 5 p.m., Monday through Saturday, and from 1-5 p.m. on Sunday. For additional information, visit www.petersburg-va. org/tourism or call (804) 733-2400. This edition of the Traveller also features a special “Know Your Neighbor� feature about Petersburg on Pages 16-17.
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Col. Edward Cathright will assume command of the Bull Dental Clinic from Col. James Thompson on July 17, 10 a.m., at the Lee Club. The ceremony is open to the Fort Lee community. For details, call (804) 734-9614.
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The Fort Lee Army Career and Alumni Program is hosting a job fair Aug. 1, noon - 2 p.m., at the Soldier Support Center, building 3400, Room 126. Targeted candidates are military officers and senior non-commissioned officers with bachelor’s degrees. Amazon has job opportunities for operations managers. For details, visit www.amazon.com/military or contact Erika Cramer at (931) 220-0108, erikac@amazon.com.
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The Fort Lee Commissary holds a Wednesday Sidewalk Sale each week with a new selection of products. The sale items are near the front entrance to the store. The sale has bargains of up to 50 percent off.
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The 244th Quartermaster Battalion Family Readiness Group is hosting a movie night on July 13, 6:30 p.m., at the Soldier Support Center, 1401 B Ave. “We Bought a Zoo” is the featured film.
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The Department of the Army Inspector General Team will conduct a session for Family members at Fort Lee on July 19, 11 a.m. - noon, in the post IG Office, building 9028. The purpose is to discuss Behavioral Health and/or the Integrated Disability Evaluation System. The team will receive complaints, grievances and requests for assistance as well as evidence of what may be fraud, waste and abuse. Complaints also may be sent to Inspector General (SAIG-AC), 1700 Army Pentagon, Washington, DC 20310-1700 or telephoned to (703) 695-1500 (DSN 225-1500) or (800) 424-9098 or (703) 693-5080.
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The Kenner Army Health Clinic wants its patients to have the best possible experience while receiving health care. Any Tricare beneficiary with a compliment, suggestion or concern about KAHC services is asked to first speak with his or her treatment team (doctor, nurse, social worker, dietitian, pharmacist, therapist and other professionals). Those who feel their concerns are not being addressed may text them to the Kenner patient advocate
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PWOC Lite
The Protestant Women of the Chapel is offering two summer programs for the Fort Lee community. The Lite Summer Session runs Thursdays through July 26, 9:3011 a.m., and the Evening PWOC Lite runs Wednesdays through July 25, 5:30-7 p.m. at Memorial Chapel at the corner of Sisisky Boulevard and Battle Drive. Watchcare is available for children 1-5 years old. There are activities for older kids. For details, call (253) 312-8172.
FAST Class
The 60-day Functional Academic Skills Training – or FAST – class is being offered online for preparation for the Armed Forces Classification Test. For details, visit the Education Center, 700 Quarters Road, building 12400, or call (804) 765-3570 and speak to a counselor.
PPE Requirements
All motorcycle riders entering Fort Lee are required to use the same personal protective equipment, or PPE, as military personnel, according to the Safety Office. Although the current Fort Lee Policy 3-08 outlines PPE requirements for military members, Army Regulation 385-10 applies to all riders on an Army installation. Additional information can be found on the Safety Office web page at www.lee.army.mil.
Consumer Advocacy
Army Community Service, in partnership with the Better Business Bureau, offers a program called Military Line Consumer Advocacy. It makes resources accessible to military personnel who have been the target of unscrupulous predatory business practices. The Military Line Consumer Advocacy program also fills a critical gap for military members moving to a new community and looking for a trustworthy business. For details, call the BBB at (804) 648-0030 or the ACS Financial Team at 734-7952.
10-Miler Training
The inside three lanes of the 23rd Quartermaster Brigade Track adjacent to the Post Field House are reserved for Fort Lee Army 10-Miler Team Training on these dates from 5:30-7:30 p.m.: July 25, Aug. 8 and 22, Sept. 5 and 19, and Oct. 3 and 17. The other lanes and the grassy area in the center of the track will be available for others to use.
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The use of non-hands-free cellular telephones while operating a motor vehicle on Fort Lee is prohibited. The use of a handsfree cellular telephone is authorized if the use does not impede the operator’s ability to control the vehicle. A motor vehicle operator who holds a cellular telephone in the immediate proximity of their ear or eye while their vehicle is in motion is presumed to be engaged in a call. No person shall operate a cellular telephone to engage in a call of any type, hands-free device or not, when approached or engaged by a law enforcement or security officer. Driver Distractions The use of a non-hands free cellular telephone while driving is authorized for the sole purpose of communicating an emergency situation with an emergency response operator, such as the Fire Department or Police Department. Every attempt however will be made to pull over and stop your vehicle before making such a call. Vehicle operators on a Department of Defense installation and operators of government-owned vehicles shall not use cell phones unless the vehicle is safely parked or unless they are using a hands-free device. The wearing of any other portable headphones, earphones, or other listening devices (except or hands-free cellular phones) while operating a motor vehicle is prohibited. Use of those devices impairs driving and masks or prevents recognition of emergency signals, alarms, announcements, the approach of vehicles and human speech. DoD safety guidelines should note the potential for driver distractions such as eating and drinking, operating radios, CD players, global positioning equipment, etc. Whenever possible this should only be done when the vehicle is safely parked. Juveniles New drivers who are 16 or 17 years of age are restricted from using any type of cell phone or mobile electronic device while driving, even with hands-free accessories. A cell phone or mobile electronic device may be used, by a driver of any
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illiam E. Johnson III is proud of Petersburg. He’s quick to point out its rich history and boast about the “small-town feel� that’s accented by lively eateries and an assortment of museums and entertainment venues. “This is a safe community, a warm and friendly community,� the city manager said during a recent interview. Acknowledging that its outward appearance in some areas often leads to misconceptions about poverty and a high crime rate, Johnson stressed that the Cockade City is determined to be a good neighbor to Fort Lee and is particularly welcoming of military members and their Families. “Come to Petersburg and experience it,� is his invitation to the post community. The city was involved in both the American Revolution and the Civil War and regularly celebrates its past as it builds its future. Founded at the fall line of Appomattox River in 1752, Petersburg is also significant in African-American history as the home to one of the oldest free black settlements in Virginia (Pocahontas Island) and of two Baptist churches founded in the late 18th century that are among the oldest black congregations in the nation. he area was inhabited long before English settlers arrived in 1607 to find the Appamatuck tribe cultivating corn and tobacco. Archaeologists have found evidence of Native Americans on Pocahontas Island as early as 6500 B.C. “Petersburg has unique amenities,� said Johnson, not-
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ing the variety and quality The city, with a popuof local restaurants, particulation of about 32,000, larly in the Old Towne area has three museums – the of the city. He said he often Siege Museum, Centre Hill sees military personnel dinMuseum and Blandford ing downtown, having choChurch. They are now part sen the local cuisine over of the Blue Star Families chain restaurants available program that provides free elsewhere in the greater Triadmission to active duty City Area. Local cuisine in military members and their Petersburg has an internaFamilies between Memorial Petersburg tional flare, ranging from traDay and Labor Day. The ditional English pub fare to Siege Museum tells the stoColonial Heights and Hopewell South American dishes and ry of life in the city during the Counties of from deli and diner specials the 10-month Union siege to Greek and Italian entrees. that brought the Civil War to Chesterfield, Dinwiddie Old Towne now boasts a a close. Centre Hill has perand Prince George cigar bar that opened recentmanent and temporary exly, said Johnson, giving tohibits on Petersburg history. bacco aficionados a variety The mansion is known for of ways to please their taste its examples of 18th, 19th buds. and 20th century decorative arts. Blandford, built in 1735, is The downtown area is also being revitalized by new hous- best known for its 15 commemorative Tiffany stained glass ing. Old industrial buildings and schools have been turned windows. ewcomers may overlook Petersburg’s rich and diinto lofts that provide living space in the midst of the city’s verse history, said Johnson, who also made note of after-hours entertainment and dining district. Other loft and apartment projects that repurpose old buildings are in the the many historical marker visitors will find throughout the works as well. A few subdivisions still have building lots city. “Petersburg played a significant role in the development of Virginia and bringing the nation back together� with available, Johnson said.
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the end of the Civil War, he said. Ships plying the Appomattox River and farms surrounding the city made Petersburg a trading center even in colonial times, said Johnson. Tobacco once had a major role in the city’s economy with warehouses and cigarette manufacturing. Today’s major employer in Petersburg is Southside Regional Medical Center. Among the industries are Boehringer-Ingelheim Chemicals; Seward Luggage of Mercury Luggage Manufacturing Co., the last maker of college foot lockers; Brenco of Amsted Industries, a manufacturer of railroad rolling stock; and Glenna Jean Manufacturing Co., maker of award-winning bedding for babies and older children. King’s Famous Barbecue, a popular local restaurant, also ships its sauce worldwide. The Old Towne area was the backdrop for camera crews shooting a movie about President Abraham Lincoln last December. Director Steven Spielberg said the “remarkable period architecture found in Richmond and Petersburg make central Virginia the ideal location for this production.� The film focuses on Lincoln’s last four months. He spent two of the last three weeks of his life at City Point in nearby present-day Hopewell where he conferred with Gen. Ulysses S. Grant and visited troops during the Siege of Petersburg, which led to Gen. Robert E. Lee’s surrender at Appomattox Courthouse. Historical programs offered by the National Park Service or the city museums include frequent walking tours and lectures in Old Towne. Military members stationed at Fort Lee have participated in a number of community service projects
in the historic area and helped Habitat for Humanity revitalize some residential areas. etersburg has an 18-hole golf course, Dogwood Trace, and it offers free golf lessons to city youth. The city’s Parks and Leisure Services offer summer tennis and golf instruction for youths (ages 6-12) and both programs are full this year. The public library branches offer reading and film programs for kids, too. Ground has been broken for a new library facility; the $12.6 million structure will offer expanded services at the corner of Washington and Market streets downtown. Monthly Friday for the Arts evenings draw visitors to art openings and exhibits, concerts and other cultural events. The Petersburg Area Art League is based in Old Towne and offers gallery exhibits, concerts and art classes for people of all ages. Thursday Night Thunder is a classic car and motorcycle show. Vehicles are parked in the downtown shopping area each Thursday night in the spring, summer and fall, beginning at 5:30 p.m. Participation is free to the public and vehicle owners. ntique and specialty shops, restaurants, art galleries and music venues are open during the car show. Thursday Concerts are held during the summer at the Old Towne Civic Center, 7 p.m. - midnight. In addition to building a new library, the city is studying the feasibility of a hotel and convention center project in the historic area. It is also planning to build a new city hall, said Johnson. Petersburg Mayor Brian Moore and City Council
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adopted their first economic development strategic plan in February. Johnson anticipates it will guide the city in creating additional destinations and recreational amenities for residents and visitors. Petersburg, said its city manager, is working hard to improve both its outward appearance and what it has to offer residents. From street paving to encouraging new businesses, the city is busy building its future and keeping its citizens and visitors secure, he said. ike most localities in America, Petersburg has experienced a drop in its crime rate, said Johnson. In addition to the national trends, he attributes Petersburg’s reduction in crime to targeted police task forces that are established as needed and to community involvement, especially through strong Neighborhood Watch programs. Johnson said he looks forward to participating in more activities at Fort Lee and learning more about the military side of the Tri-City Area. “Everybody should be good neighbors. It’s the only way to be vibrant and successful,� he said.
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Meet Molly – But Hands Off Eggs
PHOTO BY AUGUSTO DOMINGO
Molly is one of the killdeer nesting on Fort Lee.
Molly, a killdeer, is the new mascot at the Technical Logistics College on the Army Logistics University campus. She’s done wonders for morale during the recent heat wave, said Chief Warrant Officer 5 Vickie Vachon, director of Quartermaster warrant officer training. “Molly’s got people talking in the hallways,” said Vachon. “Especially on these hot days, it is encouraging to see that bird just stick with it.” Molly apparently laid her eggs on June 27, not long before the sweltering weather and a couple of damaging storms arrived in the area. Killdeer are in the plover family and are a federally protected species of shore birds that nest inland. Post Game Warden Mike Johnson has strung yellow “Police Line – Do Not Cross” tape around the nesting bird outside building 12500. Molly has a number of battle buddies besides Johnson.
Animal lovers Mary Mitchem, the dean’s assistant, and Doris Pegram, an instructor, called Johnson for help because they thought she was injured and the mercury had already topped 100 degrees Fahrenheit. Pegram checked on her after the June 29 and 30 storms. Another battle buddy is a mocking bird in a nearby tree – it chased off an egg-hungry crow that tried to chase Molly off her nest, said Pegram. There are several killdeer nests on post. People are asked to stay away from the nesting birds. Predators follow human tracks to nests and take the eggs, said Dana Bradshaw, a biologist with the Directorate of Public Works. – Staff Reports
Hello, Mr. President! Amaya Kittles, 6, flashes President Barack Obama a big smile as he and the first lady greet White House visitors on July 4. First Sgt. Anthony D. Kittles, Amaya's father, is assigned to Romeo Company, 262nd Quartermaster Battalion. Kittles, his wife Camille and son Anthony Jr. were also guests for a White House barbecue, concert and fireworks. This photo of Amaya was chosen to be the White House photo of the day. "Amaya enjoyed her chat with the president," her dad said.
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Museum Visit
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Doris Moffitt – a Women’s Army Corps veteran from Frazier Park, Calif., who recently participated in the National Veterans Wheelchair Games in Richmond – shares happy memories from her days in uniform during a June 27 tour, led by Dove Brown, of the U.S. Army Women’s Museum. The circumstantial visit was set in motion when American Red Cross volunteer Christy Carneal found transportation, funded by the Colonial Heights Post 284 Chapter of the American Legion, for Moffitt and her wheelchair. The tour was a dream fulfilled for Moffitt, who served as a WAC from 1965-70.
BOSS Clean Up
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Fort Lee’s Pfc. Jeremy Bennett tosses old tires into a pile on the banks of the Appomattox River June 27. Bennett was one of roughly 20 Better Opportunities for Single Soldiers volunteers who participated in a Friends of the Lower Appomattox River effort to spruce up a stretch of the waterway.
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108th QM Co. Soldiers Assist in the National Wheelchair Games Every year, competitive athletes from around the world join together in the National Veterans Wheelchair Games for a week of games including archery, swimming, weight-lifting, basketball, quad rugby and more. It is the world’s largest such event. The 32nd annual competition was held June 25-30 in Richmond. The event was hosted by McGuire Veterans Affairs Medical Center and presented by the Paralyzed Veterans of America and the Department of Veterans Affairs. This year, the 108th Quartermaster Company, under the guidance of Pfc. Brandi Shupe, volunteered more than 300 hours at the Wheelchair Games. “It was humbling that my commander and first sergeant gave me the opportunity to help spearhead this event for the Company,” said Shupe. “It was an honor to volunteer and have our Soldiers volunteer as it is our duty to give back to the veterans who did so much for us.” More than 30 108th QM Co. Soldiers joined hands to assist veterans competing in the air gun competition. From coaching out on the firing line to making minor air gun repairs, the Soldiers said they enjoyed their experience and learned a lot during the event. “It’s a great opportunity to have our Soldiers interact with the veterans, as everyone of them gained perspective and insight as to why we all serve our country,” said Lt. Col. Austin W. Elliott, 530th Combat Sustainment Support Battalion commander. “Soldiers were amazed by the veterans’ abilities, potential and their drive to succeed. We try to empower our privates and have them realize their own abilities and their potential,” said 1st Sgt. Jason Johnson, 108th QM Co. first sergeant. “The efforts of our Soldiers show they
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Pfc. Brandi Shupe, 108th Quartermaster Company, assists a veteran with registration during the 2012 National Veterans Wheelchair Games. Soldiers from the 108th QM Co., 530th Combat Sustainment Support Battalion, 49th QM Group, volunteered more than 300 hours at the event. are moving closer to becoming the leaders needed for our future Army.” On June 27, the 12th annual Kids Day took place as part of the 32nd National Veterans Wheelchair Games. Kids Day is a time children with physical disabilities have an opportunity to interact with the veteran athletes. The 108th QM Co. shared a Humvee with the disabled children, in which the children were given the opportunity to safely climb into the tactical vehicle. “It was a wonderful to see the children get excited about
the Humvee,” said 2nd Lt. Katty Velez. “Throughout the day at the children’s games, the veterans coached and mentored them, giving the children the confidence to succeed.” Recalling a quote from Gen. Douglas MacArthur, who said, “old Soldiers never die; they just fade away,” Elliott said the 108th volunteers show that veterans are not forgotten. – 108th Quartermaster Company
TRICARE Online Access to Change in August by Capt. Carl Shaw
KAHC Managed Care Division Chief
TRICARE Online, the Department of Defense patient portal, offers convenient, safe and secure access to personal health data including allergy profile, medication profile, problem lists, encounter notes, and even lab results. Users can currently access TOL using these three types of accounts: Military Health System Identity Authentication Services username and password, DoD Common Access Card or DoD SelfService Log-on. That, however, is set to change soon. CAC and Premium DS Logon account users can continue to access their personal health data, via the TOL Blue Button. Due to security and privacy rules
and regulations, MHS/iAS username and password users cannot access their personal health data, via the TOL Blue Button. Recognizing that having an account type which offers limited access is both confusing and inconvenient for users, TOL will be retiring that account type. Users will no longer be able to access or log into TOL using the MHS/iAS username and password beginning the first week of August 2012. If users currently access TOL using a MHS/iAS username and password, it is strongly recommended that they register for a Premium DS Logon account so they can continue to access TOL after the first week of August 2012. Users can register for a Premium DS Logon account immediately and start accessing personal health data via TOL. Registering for a Premium DS Logon
account is easy. Eligible parties, DoD sponsors, spouses, and dependents (18 and older), and retirees and veterans who are in Defense Enrollment Eligibility Reporting Systems, can register quickly and easily online. To register for a Premium DS Logon account, visit the DoD My Access Center website at https://www.dmdc. osd.mil/identitymanagement/, click on “Don’t have a DS Logon?/Create a Basic /Premium DS Logon account” and follow the prompts to create a Premium DS Logon Account. If users need help registering for a Premium DS Logon Account, click “For assistance, please refer to the ‘How to’ Guides.” The “How to” guide titled, “Register for a Premium Account by Remote Proofing” is recommended for users who do not currently have a DS Logon
account and would like to sign up using a quick and convenient online registration process. Please note, although remote proofing is available, there is an alternative in-person proofing process for those persons who are unable to successfully complete the remote proofing online. As an alternative, users can register via in-person proofing by visiting a TRICARE Service Center or VA Regional Office, where an onsite representative can assist with Premium DS Logon account registration. If users experience any issues, they can contact TOL customer service, available 24/7, at 1-800-600-9332 or email mhssc@ tma.osd.mil for immediate assistance. For more information about TRICARE Online and its capabilities, visit www. tricareonline.com.
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No room to run. No balls or Frisbees to catch. No one to play with. No wonder Daime is yawning at his prospects at the Fort Lee Stray Animal Facility, building 11027. The male yellow Labrador retriever is about 7 years old. He has a reputation for being good with children, adults and other dogs, and he’s looking for a chance to prove it. The adoption fee is $45. Check the facility’s Facebook page for other animals that are available for adoption. For hours and details about animals or to volunteer, call (804) 652-5979.
to have me there so that Daddy could see me while he was deployed — and he could do that anytime with the 24/7 videocam in Bon Secours’ award-winning NICU. So even though we weren’t together during my first few weeks, I was never far away. Thanks to the care and attention I received, Mommy and Daddy decided to have my little brother at St. Francis as well. I’m so excited, I’m even taking a Super Siblings class at Bon Secours so I can be the best sister ever.
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Good Help to Those in Need®
ACS Birthday Party Set Army Community Service will celebrate its 47th anniversary with a cookout, music and games for children on July 26, 11:30 a.m. - 1 p.m. All of the Fort Lee community is invited to the party. ACS is on Mahone Avenue across from Burger King. Festivities will be in the ACS parking lot and on the lawn. Prizes will be awarded for the children’s games. Grilled hot dogs, freshly popped popcorn, cupcakes and snow cones are among the menu items. For details, call (804) 734-6878.
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date is Aug. 4. For details, call (804) 732-3531, ext. 203, or 734-4323.
The deadline for the Traveller Calendar is Thursday at noon for publication in the following week’s edition. All submissions are edited for space and grammar. Email submissions to patrick.n.buffett.civ@mail.mil. For details, call (804) 734-7147.
Vacation Bible School
Vacation Bible School at Memorial Chapel will be held Aug. 6-10, 5:50-8:30 p.m., for preschool (age 4) through 6th grade children. There will be a cook-out on Aug. 11, 10 a.m. - noon. Registration is being held at Memorial Chapel, building 10600 at the corner of Sisisky Avenue and Battle Drive. For details, contact Jolynda Strandberg at (804) 7346483 or jolynda.h.strandberg.civ@mail.mil.
EVENTS OCS Board
The Fort Lee Officer Candidate School Board will convene on Sept. 18 in the Soldier Support Center, 1401 B Ave. Applications are due by 4 p.m. Sept. 7 at the Strength Management Division. For details, call Angela Bragg at (804) 734-6402.
Bowl for Kids’ Sake is set for July 14, 11 a.m. - 3 p.m. at the Fort Lee Bowling Center to support a Big Brothers and Big Sisters program at Fort Lee. The $10 cost covers two games and shoe rental for one bowler. For details, call (804) 765-8895 or 414-1772.
The 392nd Army Band and the Petersburg Symphony Orchestra will perform together for the first time at City Point on Aug. 3. The free 7 p.m. outdoor concert is part of a series sponsored by the Petersburg National Battlefield at General Grant’s Headquarters at City Point, 1001 Pecan Ave., Hopewell. Those attending the 90-minute concert are encouraged to take chairs or blankets and a picnic dinner. The rain
Book-signing
p.m. at the Fort Lee Exchange. The novel is about a future war between the states. Copies of the book will be available for purchase. For details, call (804) 861-5585.
Family Pool Day
Family Fun Day at Battle Drive Pool will be July 22, 2-5 p.m. The annual event features family water games. Regular pool fees apply. The pool is open to military members, Department of Defense and Department of the Army Civilians, retirees and their Families. For details, call (804) 734-6198.
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The New Parent Support Program of the Fort Lee Army Community Service holds a story hour and craft time for parents and children up to age 4 on the second and fourth Wednesday of each month, 10-11 a.m., at Memorial Chapel. Participants may take a snack. For details, call (804) 734-6505.
Financial Readiness
Seventeen courses aimed at improving one’s financial readiness are offered by the Fort Lee Army Community Service. Classes are usually held at ACS, building 9023, and meet 1-3 p.m. For details, call (804) 734-6388.
Family Team Building
For information and registration, contact Chuck Johnston at (804) 734-7142 or charles.m.johnston.civ@ mail.mil or Sophia Akrea, 734-2764, sophia.l.akrea.civ@ mail.mil.
Army Community Service offers ongoing classes in its Army Family Team Building curriculum. All classes are held 9 a.m. - 3 p.m. at ACS, building 9023. Childcare is available. Available are Army Basics, Level 1 on July 17; Management Skills, Level 2 on Aug. 7-8; and Leadership Skills, Level 3, Aug. 14-15. For details or a full schedule, call (804) 734-6388.
Celebrity Golf Tourney
Registration for the annual Feeding the Force Celebrity/ VIP Golf Tournament on Sept. 19 is under way. It will be held at the Fort Lee Cardinal Golf Course and is sponsored by the installation Food Service Management Division and SYSCO. The cost is $34 for course members, $39 for enlisted personnel E-6 and below, and $44 for others. Paid registration is due by Sept. 4. The tournament precedes the Prime Vendor Food Show on Sept. 20, 11 a.m. - 2 p.m., at the Lee Club. For details, call (804) 734-5012 or 734-5030.
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The annual Software Engineering Center - Lee Tactical Logistics Directorate Fall Golf Classic will be Sept. 21, 7:30 a.m., at the Cardinal Golf Course on post. The tournament participants will include the Salute Military Golf Association, and the event raises funds for the organization that provides golf lessons, equipment and playing opportunities for combat-wounded service members. Sept. 14 is the registration deadline. The cost is $40 for Cardinal members and $50 for others. For information on SMGA, visit www.smga.org.
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A Tai Chi class focusing on the Yang style and Qi Gong exercises meets Tuesdays and Thursdays, noon - 1 p.m., at MacLaughlin Fitness Center. The cost is $4 per class or $20 for 10 classes. Tai Chi is a group exercise class focused on self-defense and moving meditation. Participants make slow, flowing movements to connect the mind and body as well as help circulation, joint mobility and stress relief. For details, call (804) 734-6198. M ILITARY AN D GOVERN M ENT EM PLOYEES
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Child, Youth and School Services is offering four summer programs in conjunction with Virginia State University faculty and students for youths in grades 6-9. Each week-long activity involves hands-on projects at VSU and a field trip. Offered are Innovative Engineers (July 30 - Aug. 3), Wacky Science (July 16-20), Tech Wiz (July 23-27) and Mind-blowing Math (July 30 - Aug. 3). The sessions will be 1:30-4:30 p.m. with drop-off and pick-up at the Youth Center. Register at the CYSS Registration Office, building 10624, on Yorktown Drive. For details, call (804) 765-3852.
Martial Arts Classes
The Child, Youth and School Services is offering two martial arts classes for military, Department of Defense and DoD contractor Family members. SKIES Mixed Martial Arts Classes for ages 5-17 meet Tuesdays and Thursdays, 6-7 p.m. The cost is $55 a month. The SKIES Pee Wee Mixed Martial Arts Classes for ages 3-5, meet Tuesdays or Thursdays, 5:10-5:55 p.m. The cost is $28 a month for four classes. Both classes meet in the Child Development Center Multi-Program facility, building 10622. For details, call (804) 765-3852.
Basketball Camp
A youth basketball camp for ages 4-14 will be held July 23-27. The cost is $125 for the full day and $75 for a half day; fees are non-refundable. The camp is open to children of military, Department of Defense Civilians and contractors and non-DoD contractors. A current sports physical and birth certificate are required for registration at the Child, Youth and School Services Central Registration Office, building 10612, 7:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m., through July 20. For details, call (804) 765-3852.
Soccer Camp
A soccer camp for youths 7-17 years old is slated for July 23-27. Youths age 7-9 can attend the half-day session, 8 a.m. - noon, at a cost of $95. Older youths can attend the full-day session, 8 a.m. - 4 p.m., at as cost of $135. A family discount is available. The camp will be at the Fort Lee Soccer Complex. A special free coaches clinic for parents new to coaching will be July 25, 6-8 p.m., for parents with a child in the
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Four public library systems offer programs to the Fort Lee community. All have summer reading programs. The Appomattox Regional Library, which serves Hopewell and the counties of Dinwiddie and Prince George, has scheduled a number of special events at its branches. They include family movies with popcorn, musical programs, puppets, owls and falcons, a tie dye party for teens and a magic show. For details, visit www.arls. org. The Chesterfield County Public Library’s programs include the Mickey Moore’s Magic Show, Mad Science Fire and Ice Spectacular, and picture book creation for children. An adult program on Gardening with Native Plants will be July 17, 10:30 a.m. – noon, at the Chester Library, 11800 Centre St. For program details and locations, visit www.library.chesterfield.gov. The Colonial Heights Library has slated a paper bead jewelry workshop for July 10, 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. and magician Mike Klee for July 12, 11 a.m. - 1 p.m. For details, visit www.colonialheightsva.gov and search for the library. The Petersburg Public Library System is hosting a performance by juggler and magician Jonathan Austin on July 11, 11 a.m., at Tabernacle Community Life Center, 444 Halifax St. Starting July 13, the library will offer a free yoga class at the main library, 137 S. Sycamore St. It will meet each Friday at noon. For details, visit www. ppls.org.
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The national traveling exhibit, “Lincoln: The Constitution and the Civil War,” will be at the James City County Library through July 13. The library is at 7770 Croaker Road. For details, visit www.wrl.org/Lincoln or call (757) 259-4070.
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The Virginia Historical Society will host a free Family Day Open House July 21, 10 a.m. - 5 p.m., at 428 N. Boulevard, Richmond. It will feature music, games, a book sale, tours and prize giveaways. For details, visit www.vahistorical.org.
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Mon-Fri 9am-9pm Sat 9am-6pm | Sun 12-5pm
Service/Parts
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Mon-Fri 8am-5pm Saturday 8am-4pm
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