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RECYCLING RESURGENCE Army Logistics University student volunteers ďŹ re up peers to support reuse program
OVERSEAS DUTY FOR CIVILIANS Experience is just one of the beneďŹ ts of serving in deployment zones
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PAPA EARNS HOOPS CROWN The 244th Quartermaster Battalion unit takes down an ordnance team to win the intramural trophy SEE PAGE 14
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COMMANDER’S COMMENTARY | TOWN HALL
At a glance
Event provides means to engage leadership
• A virtual town hall session is set for March 11, 2-3 p.m. • Community members can view the program on Command Channel 14 (available to Comcast cable subscribers on post and in the neighboring areas of Prince George, Colonial Heights and Petersburg) or via an Internet connection. The online broadcast can be viewed at www. lee.army.mil/townhall. • Questions or comments can be submitted through the
Fort Lee Facebook page or the Garrison Public Affairs office email (ArmyFortLee.pao@mail. mil) any time before, during or immediately after the event. • The garrison staff will use Facebook and email to provide follow-up responses to any issue that requires further research or doesn’t get addressed during the program. • Anyone with questions about the broadcast or the process to submit questions can call PAO at (804) 734-7451.
Team Lee, the garrison command team will conduct a virtual town hall meeting Wednesday afternoon (March 11, 2-3 p.m.). I need your help spreading the word to get as much participation as possible. The session will be broadcast via Command Channel 14 and streaming video on the Internet. Viewer questions and comments will be accepted throughout the program. This is a first-time event for Fort Lee. We’re trying something new in hopes of reaching a wider audience than we would with a traditional town hall gathering at the Lee Theater. While those sessions allow face-to-face contact with the community, they require in-person attendance that is sometimes difficult for the command’s
busy workforce or outlying retirees, family members – to include those of our civilian workforce – and reservists who frequent the installation and benefit from its customer support services. The “virtual” format means Team Lee members can participate from their office locations or their living rooms at home. Individuals can even tune in with a mobile phone with internet connectivity. It’s just a smart idea with the on-demand society we live in. As for the meeting agenda, we’re keeping it very simple. After brief introductory remarks, the in-studio participants will address questions and comments from the community. Joining me are Melissa Magowan, my
deputy; Command Sgt. Maj. Clarence Richardson, garrison CSM; and representatives from the Directorate of Public Works; Family and Morale, Welfare and Recreation; the Directorate of Emergency Services; Child Youth and School Services; and the Health Promotion Office, among others. It’s important to re-emphasize, this is not intended to be a briefing. If you’re a member of the Fort Lee community, we want to know what’s on your mind. This is your chance to voice questions and concerns directly to garrison leaders and directors. If we can’t address an issue on the spot, we will research it and provide a response through email or a post on the installation’s Facebook page
where everyone in the community can benefit from the information. Please share this information with your spouses and Fort Leeaffiliated friends and coworkers. Explain the why as well as the when and how. Discuss current issues like the Army-mandated installation access procedures that will be introduced this spring to determine if there are any questions that need to be asked or recommendations this command needs to consider
as we move forward with the initiative. Give us your comments on current customer-support programs and/or ideas for new services. Take advantage of this opportunity to voice your questions and concerns in a forum where the subject matter experts are assembled and eager to provide responses.
Wary of war-weariness
selves off the couch and wandering off to bed. During these marathons of nightly sloth, our metabolisms slow to a crawl, allowing maximum fat storage, and our breathing decreases to a rate symptomatic of clinical coma. “Hey Hon, you wanna go to the movies tonight?” my husband called from work to suggest. Although the outing still involved sloth – and thanks to the theater
snack bar, gluttony – we thought leaving the house earned us major points for effort. We’d wanted to see “American Sniper” ever since its December release, and were even more intrigued by Navy Seal Chris Kyle since the media coverage of the murder trial surrounding his death at the hands of ex-Marine Eddie Ray Routh. The movie did not disap-
point, but it certainly devastated. Watching the horrific portrayals of what our veterans have endured tapped into our deepest human sense of fear, morality and justice. I was too riveted to cry until the end when real-life footage of hundreds of people waving American flags along Interstate 35 in Central Texas honored
Lisa Smith Molinari Guest Columnist
All I did was go to a movie, eat a jumbo tub of popcorn and fall asleep watching TV. But I’m totally exhausted. Not in the fatigued sense of the
word, but exhausted as in spent, drained, tapped out from the endless barrage of negative news related to the military. My Navy husband and I have been lazing around most evenings, staring like zombies into our television until peeling our-
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Commanding General........ Maj. Gen. Stephen R. Lyons Garrison Commander ....................... Col. Paul K. Brooks Public Affairs Officer............................. Stephen J. Baker Command Information/Managing Editor...Patrick Buffett Senior Writer/Special Assignments ......... T. Anthony Bell Production/News Assistant Editor.................. Amy Perry Family/Community Life Reporter .............Trish Muntean Production Assistant .............................. Ray Kozakewicz To reach the Traveller Staff, call (804) 734-7147.
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Staff Sgt. Kiana Brash hugs two of her triplets during a redeployment ceremony Tuesday night at Clark Fitness Center. See photos on Page 3.
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Happy Homecoming Photos by Patrick Buffett
(ABOVE) Returning 111th Quartermaster Company troops salute as the national anthem is played during the opening moments of a homecoming ceremony lateTuesday evening at Clark Fitness Center.The 41-member detachment of mortuary affairs Soldiers spent the past six months supporting peacekeeping efforts in Southwest Asia. The detachment was led by 1st Lt. Adam Harris and Sgt. 1st Class Shelie Calhoun. (RIGHT) Spc. Shyra Moore receives a warm, welcome-home hug from male friend Justice Washington after the conclusion of the redeployment ceremony. (FAR RIGHT) Brittany Eckberg and her daughter Madison await the start of the ceremony. Madison was just a few weeks old when her father, Spc. Jacob Eckberg, deployed in September.
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FORT BENNING, Ga. – During the Maneuver Warfighter Conference here in June 2014, Maj. Gen. Scott Miller, Maneuver Center of Excellence commanding general, addressed an area many leaders in the operational Army had expressed concerns about – marksmanship. “There have been studies in recent years that have shown that due to the War on Terrorism, marksmanship has degraded in the Army,” said U.S. Army Marksmanship Unit Command
Sgt. Maj. Issac Ragusa. “There’s been a need for us to develop and improve our leadership and teaching capabilities on how to teach people to shoot.” In the months that followed, MCoE helped to launch the Master Marksmanship Training Course, also known as MMTC, a five-week effort intended to provide noncommissioned officers with the knowledge and skill sets necessary to return to their units ready to teach and certify Soldiers in marksmanship. The course is overseen by the Army Marksmanship Unit, with a transfer to the 316th Cavalry
Brigade planned for either later this year or in 2016. “The commanders in the force were saying they had a problem, and they needed help fixing it,” said Staff Sgt. Brian Schacht, assistant team chief for AMU’s instructor training group. “Since Fort Benning is the institution for most infantry units, Maj. Gen. Miller understood there was a need out there. ... Who better to help with that need than AMU, who has the best shooters and experienced war-fighters who have a lot to bring to the table?” The MMTC is targeted primarily at mid-level NCOs, from ser-
geant to sergeant first class. “We’re targeting trainers specifically right now at the MCoE,” Schacht said. “Maj. Gen. Miller’s guidance has been to fix training of marksmanship, so what we’ve done is (take) anyone who’s a drill sergeant ... or anyone whohas a role primarily as an instructor, and target them (for training) first.” Ragusa said drill sergeants have been a priority for the MMTC. “We take it to that group because (they’re the ones who are) going to contact our Soldiers as soon as they come in the Army,” Ragusa said. “We want to bring them in, give them our course and have them take it back and teach the other drill sergeants who will teach the privates.” The course is comprised of four levels – basic rifle marks-
manship, short-range marksmanship, mid-range marksmanship and master trainer. Level I, basic rifle marksmanship, is taught during the course’s first two weeks. During Level I, students qualify with their weapons, take tests on rifle marksmanship and are taught rifle marksmanship classes. During those classes, students shoot from a variety of positions at distances up to 300 meters. “The first week, we really get down to the fundamentals,” Schacht said. “We really harp on their positional work, and we break it down repetitively so they have to talk back to us about what the position is. We take them out to distances from 100 meters to 300 meters, and we do grouping drills. SEE COURSE, PAGE 9
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Lee WHM program to feature Vietnam War exhibit unveiling Retired Brig. Gen. Evelyn “Pat” Foote – a former Women’s Army Corps officer who served in Vietnam – will be the featured speaker at the March 20 Women’s History Month observance in the U.S. Army Women’s Museum here. A new Vietnam War exhibit also will be unveiled during the program. The 90-minute event begins at 11:30 a.m. The AWM is adjacent to the Quartermaster Museum near the corner of A and Lee avenues. Foote will draw from her personal experiences as she offers remarks centered on the 2015 WHM theme: “Female Vietnam Veterans – A Thread that is Not Forgotten.” Over her 30-year military career, she accomplished many firsts and was considered a “pioneer” of gender equality in the armed services. Hailing from Durham, N.C., Foote received her Army commission in 1959. She served in a variety of career-building assignments before she was sent to Vietnam in 1967. Working in the information office at the U.S. Army headquarters there, she became the first woman to serve as a public relations officer for American deployed forces. She was equally successful in many assignments that followed. She was the first female faculty member of the U.S. Army War School in 1979. She was the first female brigade commander in Europe. She was the first female inspector general for the Army, and she was the first female commander of Fort Belvoir. Upon her retirement in 1989, Foote continued to serve on many advisory panels that were focused on women’s issues in the military. She also became heavily involved in the planning of the World War II memorial that was eventually built in Washington D.C. Recalled to duty in 1996, Foote served for one year as the vice chair for the Secretary of the Army’s Senior Review Panel on Sexual Harassment. Speaking engagements like the one here are still not uncommon for the octogenarian, and she continues to use her knowledge and wealth of experience to make any difference she can in the arena of equal rights for women. The Fort Lee WHM observance is being hosted by the 23rd Quartermaster Brigade and the Army Women’s Museum. Everyone in the community is welcome to attend, and
WOA Scholarships The U.S. Army Warrant Officer Association, Crater Chapter, awards annual $1,000 scholarships. The deadline for submissions is April 1. The scholarship program is open to family members and local community high school graduates pursuing higher education. To apply, visit http://www.woaonline.org/ crater/. For details, call Chief Warrant Officer 4 Travis Elliot, chapter vice president, at (804) 734-0400.
Heroes at Home Military Spouse Awards
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Retired Brig. Gen. Evelyn “Pat” Foote poses for a photo in 1967 in Vietnam where she was a major serving with the 1st Calvary Division.
Military Newspapers of Virginia, the publisher of the Fort Lee Traveller, presents the fourth annual Heroes at Home Military Spouse Awards – Fort Lee. This program recognizes active duty and retired military spouses in the region for their volunteer service, support for other military families and for the challenges they overcome every day. The nomination deadline is March 29. To nominate a deserving military spouse, visit www.heroesathomeva.com. All nominees will be recognized at the annual appreciation and awards luncheon on May 8 where the finalists will be announced and the 2015 Fort Lee Heroes at Home Military Spouse of the Year will be honored. For details, contact the event coordinator, Adair Wells, at (757) 222-5375 or adair. well@militarynews.com.
Patient Safety Awareness Week at Kenner it’s open to the public. Women’s History Month is an off-shoot of International Working Women’s Day that started in 1911. The first Women’s History Week was observed in 1978. In February 1980, then President Jimmy Carter issued the first proclamation for a national weeklong observance honoring women. The first Women’s History Month took place in 1987. In recognitions of the 2015 commemoration, President Barack Obama made the following proclamation: “Throughout history, extraordinary women have fought tirelessly to broaden our democracy’s reach and help perfect our union. Through protest and activism, generations of women have appealed to the values at the heart of our nation and fought to give meaning to the idea that we are all created equal. As today’s women and girls reach for new heights, they stand on the shoulders of all those who have come before and carry forward their legacy of proud achievement. This month, we celebrate countless pioneering women and the victories they won, and we continue our work to build a society where our daughters have the same possibilities as our sons.” The full proclamation is available at www.whitehouse.gov/the-press-office/2015/02/27/presidential-proclamation-women-s-history-month. – Staff Reports
Fort Lee community members are invited to participate in Patient Safety Awareness Week March 9-13, 10 a.m. - noon, in the Kenner Army Health Clinic pharmacy lobby. The week-long awareness and educational campaign for staff and patients will focus on the importance of the relationship between providers and patients and their families. The National Patient Safety Foundation promotes this observance with a theme of “United in Safety.” For details, call (804) 734-9086.
Registration Open for Lee Job Fair More than 50 employers are expected to participate in a job fair March 24, 10 a.m. - 2 p.m., at the Regimental Club. The free event is sponsored by the Fort Lee Soldier For Life Transition Assistance Program and the Army Community Services Spouses Employment Program. To register and upload resumes, visit civiliansjobs.com. For details, call (687) 819-4153.
Fort Lee Housing Availability Fort Lee Family Housing has homes available for immediate occupancy. These include two, three and four-bedroom units that are open to active duty military families from all branches of service. All homes are equipped with energy efficient appliances, ceiling fans, central heat and air, garages, patios and 24-hour emergency maintenance. Lawn care and trash service is included in the rent. There are playgrounds, picnic areas and bike paths for residents to enjoy. To apply, stop by the Family Housing Welcome Center at 1510 Sisisky Blvd. or visit www.fortleefamilyhousing.com. For details, call (804) 733-1558.
Tickets on Sale for USO Gala Tickets are on sale for the 2015 USO Gala set for March 21, 5 p.m., at the Hampton Roads Convention Center. The event includes dinner, a live auction, entertainment and a tribute to Vietnam veterans, particularly those who continue to serve by volunteering at local USO centers. Tickets range from $75-$125. For details and tickets, visit www.usohrcv.com.
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FXOLQDU\ HYHQW VHW WR VWDUW 6DWXUGD\ The 40th Annual Military Culinary Arts CompetitiveTraining Event gets under way Saturday at the Post Field House. One of the most popular events open to the public, the Hot Kitchen Competition, pits installation-level teams against each other in a fine-dining, restaurant-style contest. For the event, the Post Field House is transformed into a dining facility as each team prepares and serves the required 45 meals for diners. Each meal costs around $5.Three teams will perform each day from Saturday to March 12. The schedule is as follows: Saturday – Joint Base Lewis-McChord, Wash., Team Europe andTeam Hawaii; Sunday –Team Korea, Fort Sill, Okla., and the Marine Corps; Monday – Fort Stewart, Ga., Fort Bragg, N.C., and Fort Gordon, Ga.; Tuesday – Fort Drum, N.Y., Fort Campbell, Ky., and Fort Riley, Kan.; Wednesday – Fort Hood,Texas Fort Carson, Colo., and Fort Bliss,Texas; March 12 – U.S. Navy, Team Alaska and U.S. Army Reserve. For more information, visit www.facebook.com/
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/HH SUHVFKRROHUV MRLQ 5HDG $FURVV $PHULFD Preschoolers at Child Development Center Sisisky listen to a story read by ChaundraTaswell, Fort Lee school liaison officer, during a special gathering Monday in recognition of Read Across America Day.Taswell was one of many volunteers nationwide who shared their love of reading in child care centers and classrooms as part of the annual National Education Association campaign. In his 2015 Read Across America Day proclamation, President Barack Obama wrote, “One of our greatest responsibilities is to ensure every American child can experience the transformative power of reading. Literacy is the gateway to all other learning, and it is the most basic building block of opportunity in an economy increasingly built on knowledge and innovation.”
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6RPH VFKRROV WZHDN WLPHV 3ULQFH *HRUJH 2. IRU QRZ While the recent string of weatherrelated closures has forced some schools to tweak their schedules to make up for lost instructional time, the Prince George County district – where most Fort Lee kids attend classes – still has “banked” hours available. “We’re getting quite a few calls from parents asking if the recent shutdowns are going to impact spring break,” a PGCS spokesperson said. “The answer is no; we have another 18.5 hours available. If those get used up, we have a teacher work day in March that could be rescheduled as a regular class day. So, we’re in pretty good shape for now, but we’ll definitely keep parents informed if anything changes.” In Chesterfield County where students have missed more than six days of instruction due to bad weather, two early release days have been eliminated by school district administrators. They’re also adding 15 minutes to the school day for a portion of the second semester. The
remaining changes to the CCPS schedule include the following: • Cancel the originally scheduled three-hour early release on March 25; it will now be a regular class day. • Add 15 minutes to the end of the normal instructional day from March 2 through April 30. These adjustments will allow the district to regain 16-out-of-the-41 hours missed so far this winter, according to Superintendent Marcus Newsome. “Missing so much class time disrupted our students’ education,” he said. “To keep students on pace with our curriculum, we must make up some of that missed time.” No other districts in the Tri-Cities area had reported changes to their class schedules as of press time. Parents are encouraged to monitor school websites for further updates. – Staff Reports
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AMERICA’S MILITARY | SPOTLIGHT
63& 0$59(6( /$1,(5 Unit: Headquarters and Headquarters Company, 71st Transportation Battalion MOS: 42A – Human resource specialist Age: 26 Hometown: Spring Lake, N.C. Family: married with one daughter Time in service: four years Describe your personality: “I’m laid back, more conservative and somewhat comedic, especially around my (six) brothers. I’m the one who keeps the party alive.” What you do in your free time: “Basketball, weightlifting and football. I played football in college, so it helps me to stay in shape.” Talent: “Singing – it’s my go-to. It’s something that runs in the family. My father, my mother … we all sang. She (my mother) used to sing to me before football games so it’s something I picked up from her.” Your dream car: “I’m not too big on vehicles, just something to get me to and from work.”
One celebrity or historical figure you admire: “My uncle, Bob Lanier. He played in the NBA, and the work he has done for NBA charities and giving back to the community is something I’d like to emulate.” If you won the lottery … “I would take care of my father. He’s done so much for me since my mother passed (when Lanier was 8 years old).” What it’s like growing up as the youngest of seven boys: “It was difficult. I can say that, but it made me more of a man. There were times on the basketball court when I would just whine, but they would put their foot down and say, ‘You’ve got to man up and play ball.’” Worst fear: “Failure – I’ve been in situations in which I needed to pass a test or catch a touchdown pass, knowing that if I didn’t, I would let my team, my family or my co-workers down. Failure has always been a burden on me.” One life-changing moment: “When I broke my wrist in college (while on an athletic and academic scholarship). Things just went downhill from there.
It affected me physically and psychologically. I went from throwing the ball about 75 yards to 60 (and had to play wide receiver as a result). I was saying to myself ‘maybe I’m not fast enough to play wide receiver,’ but my coaches said I didn’t have to be fast, just go out there and catch the ball.” Biggest regrets: “I don’t have too many regrets, but there are a few things in which I wish I could turn back the clock on like the college I chose to attend. I first attended Louisburg College, transferred to the University of North Carolina then left that school and enrolled at Fayetteville State University in Fayetteville, N.C. I probably should not have gone to Fayetteville State because I grew up in the area. There was always trouble. I was always around it. When I finally matured, it was too late. I went from a 3.6 (grade point average) to a 2.8.” Greatest hope: “To make my (departed) mother proud in the career path I chose.” Your ideal life: “To be successful; to make myself and my
family happy.” The person you most admire: “Besides my uncle, my father. When my mother passed, he did everything to the best of his abilities to keep me happy.” Why you joined the Army: “It was a family tradition. Everyone in my family was in the military except one of my brothers. There also were the opportunities. I saw how my family members enjoyed what they were doing. It was my plan to join after college.” Did the Army fulfill any of your initial expectations? “Yes – the biggest fulfillment was confidence. I was shy, and it taught me to be more assertive and more vocal. That was one of the expectations I had.” Why you chose your MOS:
“It was the type of work I’d performed my entire college career, and I’ve always been organized and able to communicate with people.” You were assigned to the Multinational Force and Observers in Sinai, Egypt. What do you remember most about your tour of duty there: “The people I met, and the friendships I made.” What sets you apart from your peers? “Being a person people can come to for advice. I think I’m the one who is not going to take sides or make judgments.” What it means to be a Soldier: “Being able to protect the country and my family; it’s a job only 1 percent of the population is able to do.” If there was one thing you could change about the Army, what you would change?: “The pay.” Best thing about the Army: “The camaraderie and the aspects of leadership.” Worst thing about the Army: “Being away from your family.” Future goals: “To retire at the rank of command sergeant major.” ± &RPSLOHG E\ 7 $QWKRQ\ %HOO
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Students who attend the Army Logistics University here can be subject to such a voluminous academic workload they have little time for much else. Unless it is recycling. Those assigned to Bravo Company, 71st Transportation Battalion, have – over the course of three months – expanded a startup recycling effort into a robust program with high levels of participation despite course demands, said the unit’s top enlisted Soldier. “The classes were introduced to the idea in November 2014,” said 1st Sgt. Cornelius Patterson. “Each class set individual goals, which in turn set a goal for the company, and it took off from there.” Second Lt. Kimberley Taylor, the class 15-002 recycling officer who recently graduated, said
her class collected more than 100 pounds of recyclables – more than 10 large trash bags – without encouraging classmates to consume more. “It wasn’t so much as getting so many recyclables,” said the active duty Soldier and Louisiana native. “We did not try to get them to buy more products to add to the waste or our totals.” Instead, students brought in recyclables they would normally acquire over the course of a day and not just from what they purchased at the schoolhouse, said Taylor. “When they purchased things from the main exchange, they actually bought the recyclables to me,” she said. “This was off-duty time at the (Fort Lee) Lodge.” Recyclables include aluminum cans in addition to plastic and glass bottles. The volunteers’ commitment to collecting the recyclables is inspirational, said Taylor. “Everybody
e-Cycle program responsible means to make good use of old electronics
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Army Logistics University students 2nd Lt. KimberleyTaylor and 2nd Lt. Jessica Delph, quartermaster basic officer leadership course students, pose for pictures Feb. 27. Taylor, who recently graduated, and Delph voluntarily took on recycling officer duties for their classes. They are assigned to Bravo Company, 71stTransportation Battalion.
wants to be involved with something positive,” she said, noting classmates reciprocated the volunteers’ effort. Second Lt. Jessica A. Delph, the recycling officer for class 15-003, said fellow classmates bought into the program after learning the Army mandates recycling. “A lot of them came up to me
Two years ago, each American household owned on average 28 electronic devices, according to the Consumer Electronics Association. But with advancing technology, sleeker, shinier and faster cellphones, computers, tablets, mp3 players and televisions are finding their way onto many holiday gift lists. And into the hands of American consumers. But what about the old ones that are still perfectly functional? Think e-Cycle. Rather than making products from scratch, recycling electronics keeps harmful toxins out of landfills, recovers valuable materials that can be reused, conserves virgin resources and results in lower emissions, including
and said ‘I didn’t realize the Army cared; that it was important,’” said the environmental science major and member of the Utah National Guard. “Once they realized it, they were like, ‘Oh, I’ll help this week’ or ‘I can help next week.’” Further support of the program was bolstered through the element of competition, added Delph. “We love and feed off of
greenhouse gases which contributes to climate change. Many people actively look for new ways to protect the environment and recycling electronics can make a significant impact. For example, smartphones make up
that, and it got them excited.” That excitement has resulted in 41.5 pounds of recyclables since January,” said Delph. “For two months (of work), that’s not so bad.” In addition to the leadership experience gained as recycling officers, Taylor and Delph said it was enlightening to see how command leadership plays a role in helping them to achieve. “They gave us the freedom and guidance to accomplish our goals,” said Taylor. “I learned so much throughout this program. It just doesn’t apply to recycling, it applies to everything – the expertise you gain and the relationships you build. That’s what leadership is all about.” It is also all about planting the seeds of interest, said Delph about the unit recycling program. “It’s really fulfilling because not only am I helping the program here,” she said, “but I’m helping my peers to make long-lasting impacts.” Now that Bravo’s recycling program is running on all cylinders, the program should be expanded and enhanced, said Taylor. Her recommended improvements include making recycling bins “as accessible as trash cans.”
a large portion of the waste stream. For every one million smartphones recycled, 35,274 pounds of copper, 772 pounds of silver, 75 pounds of gold and 33 pounds of palladium can be recovered and reused. The good news for consumers is electronics recycling is growing in popularity and ease. Through EPA’s National Electronics Challenge, many retailers and manufacturers now take back old electronics for recycling by certified electronics recyclers. By using certified recyclers, people can rest assured that their old electronics will be recycled responsibly. To find such locations near you, go to http://search. earth911.com/ and enter your
zip code. In addition, many states, cities and counties sponsor collection events for electronics during the year, or they may offer a permanent drop-off location with certain hours of operation. For events and locations in the area, go to http://www. epa.gov/reg3wcmd/eCycling/ index.htm, look under eCycling Programs in Region 3, and click on Virginia for local electronics recycling information. For more information on eCycling and how copper and aluminum from electronics can be re-used in other products, go to www.epa.gov/ ecycling.. – EPA
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WEARY | Veterans need our help more
than ever after years of war, uncertainty Continued from page 2 Chris Kyle’s funeral procession. It had me blubbering like a baby. Back at home, we resisted the urge to spend the remainder of our evening on the couch, opting instead to channel surf in bed, which ironically lent itself to even more inertia. Pressing the clicker, I came upon the HBO documentary “Crisis Hotline: Veterans Press 1.” “Hey, that just won an Oscar,” my husband piped up from his pillow. According to the documentary that portrays the stresses on the staff at the VA’s only Crisis Hotline Center, over 22 veterans
kill themselves every day, and in 2012 the number of active duty suicides surpassed U.S. combat deaths. The responders are shown deftly fielding tense calls from veterans who want to hurt themselves or others. Many callers report flashbacks and insomnia. Some have weapons or have ingested pills. Some hold on until police arrive. Others hang up. Drained from digesting so much popcorn and gutwrenching reality, my husband snored that night like a hacksaw. In the morning, we heard the news: “The jury rejected Eddie Ray Routh’s insanity defense, finding him guilty of two
counts of murder.” Two years ago, Routh’s mother – knowing that Chris Kyle worked with struggling veterans – asked if he could help her son who had recently been diagnosed with PTSD. One week later, Routh shot and killed Kyle and friend Chad Littlefield at the rifle range where Kyle often took fellow vets. It took the jury less than two hours to decide that, despite evidence that Routh suffered from mental illness, he did not meet the burden of proof for legal insanity. In the hours that followed the verdict, commentators, reporters, and the public debated whether justice was
COURSE | Students learn proper
marksmanship fundamentals Continued from page 3 “This shows them at distance that if their fundamental position is flawed, then their groups will open up. ... This is a good learning curve for the students so that they understand their fundamentals must be solid, which allows us to build the foundation for the next couple of levels.” Throughout Level I, students not only learn proper marksmanship fundamentals, but also take turns coaching one another on the use of those fundamentals. “Overall, we’re teaching them how to shoot and qualify, but on top of that we want them to become instructors and teach each other so they can go back to their units and instruct their units on how to run a BRM course and how to apply the fundamentals of marksmanship properly,” said Sgt. 1st Class Robert Klotz, a senior MMTC instructor with 316th Cavalry Brigade. After completion of Level I, MMTC students advance to Level II, which covers mid-range marksmanship. Editor’s note: This is the first in a series
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A student in the Master MarksmanshipTraining Course takes aim at a target during a qualification at Simpson Range at Fort Benning, Ga., Feb. 19.The course is intended to provide noncommissioned officers with the knowledge and skills necessary to return to their units ready to teach and certify Soldiers in marksmanship.
of articles about the Master Marksmanship Training Course at Fort Benning. Follow-on stories will be posted to the Army News website – www.army.mil – in coming weeks.
served. Some recognized the complexity and irony of the case and wondered whether Chris Kyle, who served his country with distinction as a Navy Seal sniper through four combat tours, would still be helping fellow veterans if Routh hadn’t slipped through cracks in the VA’s system. Whereas
others went to simplified extremes: “Only in backassward Texas would they convict the killer of a child-killer” and “I’d give Routh the chair two times over.” Just as I was hoping to take a rest from all this disheartening news about our military veterans, my husband brought home a Stars and Stripes article by Travis Tritten. On Feb. 25, top enlisted leaders told Congress our military is woefully unprepared for conflict because service persons are anxious about their uncertain future. The 24-hour cycle of war-weary news regarding further drastic defense cuts and constant threats to jobs, pay and benefits has taken its toll on morale and readiness. As I contemplate what
tragedies could befall the next generation of veterans, I realize that we can’t rest on war-weariness. We should get off our lazy duffs and do something to help those who served tirelessly. Volunteer. Make a call. Write a letter. Spread the word. Let our elected officials know that the United States military cannot defend this country without adequate support for service persons, their families and our veterans. Please share the VA’s Crisis Hotline contact information: call (800) 2738255 Press1; text 838255; or confidential chat online at www.veteranscrisisline. net. – More of Molinari’s work can be found at www. themeatandpotatoesoflife. com
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&LYLOLDQ ([SHGLWLRQDU\ :RUNIRUFH RIIHUV XQLTXH RSSRUWXQLW\ IRU ,0&20 HPSOR\HH Amanda S. Rodriguez U.S. Army Installation Management Command
SAN ANTONIO – Joining the Civilian Expeditionary Workforce took André Douglas from program manager to deputy commander. Douglas, a civilian with the U.S. Army Installation Management Command’s resource management directorate, applied to CEW to broaden his experience. His tour as the deputy garrison commander of Bagram Air Base, Afghanistan, yielded benefits both tangible and intangible. “Career-wise, it gave me an opportunity to gain 17 months of experience as a deputy commander, making me more competitive for a permanent position CONUS or OCONUS,” he said. As a military retiree, Douglas found himself on familiar ground as he prepared to deploy. After accepting the position in 2013, he attended civilian pre-deployment training at Camp Atterbury Joint Maneuver Training Center, Ind. There, he went through mobilization processing, which included medical, dental, and financial readiness, as well as safety, security and cultural awareness training. “For non-veteran civilian employees, the pre-deployment training might seem a little stressful,” said Douglas. “It’s designed to be as realistic as possible, though civil-
ian deployment is a very different experience. For one thing, we don’t carry weapons.” Douglas stepped off the plane at Bagram into a new and more challenging role. He was promoted to a higher pay grade and, as the deputy garrison commander of the largest U.S. installation in Afghanistan, he supported a joint-service population of more than 30,000. “I have never been a garrison commander before, but someone recognized that I had the potential, the right mix of knowledge and experience to do that job. Potential to lead is what it’s all about. Half of the staff were IMCOM civilians, but I also had Air Force, Navy and contract employees. Their technical skill was amazing. I brought leadership, they brought knowledge and perspective. I learned so much from them; it was incredible.” With two children in college and a third to follow, Douglas acknowledged the financial benefits of post differential, hazardous-duty and overtime pay. But he quickly pointed out what he considered the most important reasons to deploy. “If you want to deploy, it has to be more than just money. You have to do it because you want to serve – your country, service members, civilians and contractors in combat – and you want to make a difference,” Douglas said. “They need you and
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The 2014 Bagram Air Base garrison command team in Afghanistan pose for a photo – commander, Col. Stephanie Gradford; deployed civilian and deputy garrison commander, Andre Douglas; and Command Sgt. Maj. Paul Bianco.
you’ll see just how much when you arrive. There’s a shortage of DOD Civilians there, so people are looking for you. They’re happy to see you and you may find yourself taking on other jobs and gaining unforeseen experience because of it. So, you’ve got to go with an open mind and willingness to learn.” Using the authorized 21 leave days every three months and focusing on goal-setting, helped Douglas face the realities of living in a combat zone – potential danger, austere conditions, isolation from family.
“It’s the best thing I’ve done in my life, but you’ve got to prepare yourself for it,” Douglas said. “You’ve got to have a goal going into it. You go there not just to do a job, it’s about learning your profession, doing whatever it takes to support the service members and fill the gaps. Nowhere else do civilian employees truly understand their value.” While in the dynamic environment of Bagram, Douglas could count on a fast-paced, 12-hour (or more) work day and a seven-day work week. A typical day began with a 4:30 a.m. workout, then break-
fast and off to work at 8 a.m., he said. “Every day is different when you’re in that environment,” Douglas said, “based on what’s happened during the previous 12 hours and the mission . . . (and the) mission changes every day. It’s a once in a lifetime experience to serve with Soldiers, Airmen and Marines,” Douglas said. “It’s a community of people who want to do good things. You live together, eat together, cry together. Over there, you’re a true family.” Douglas took about a year-and-a-half after his initial application before ac-
cepting a position because, he said, he was looking for specific experience as either a director of human resources or deputy commander. “When you sign up, it’ll be the greatest thing you’ve done in your life,” Douglas said. “It’s that meaningful. I would jump at the chance to do it again.” For information about the Civilian Expeditionary Workforce, visit http:// w w w. i m c o m . a r m y. m i l / organization/GIpersonnel/ civilianpersonnel/ civilianexpeditionary workforce.aspx or http:// w w w. c p m s . o s d . m i l / expeditionary/.
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‘Into the Woods Jr.’ opens March 20 at Lee Theater
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A German rocket launcher – 15 cm Nebelwerfer 41 – is on display at the U.S. Army Quartermaster Museum until July 2015. Captured in 1943, it is one of the
first operational rocket launchers used in World War II.
*HUPDQ URFNHW ODXQFKHU RQ GLVSOD\ DW 40 0XVHXP A German 15 cm Nebelwerfer 41 rocket launcher, one of the first operational launchers used in World War II, is on display at the U.S.Army Quartermaster Museum here until July. Manufactured by Krupp, it was easier and quicker to produce than equal-sized cannon mounts. A six-barreled nonrotating tubular projector, the Nebelwerfer was fired electrically from a distance. The barrels were not fired simultaneously, but in a fixed order: 1-4-6-2-3-5
at half second intervals. The opposing forces who heard that tremendous “organ” sound nicknamed the Nebelwerfers “Screaming Meemies.” Although not terribly accurate, they could be launched in great numbers as a barrage weapon. The Nebelwerfer on display was captured in 1943 from the African Theatre of War and sent to the home of U.S. Ordnance at Aberdeen Proving Grounds, Md. After extensive testing, the item was donated to the APG Ordnance
Museum with the caveat that it was “subject to recall for enemy exploitation.” To see the Nebelwerfer in action, visit https://www. youtube.com/watch?v=0fZ_ ySyXA4s&sns=em. It was loaned to the Heritage Center for two years.
The QM Museum is in building 5218 at 2220Adams Ave. The hours are 10 a.m. 5 p.m., Monday-Friday; and 11 a.m. - 5 p.m. on Saturday. – Ordnance Training and Heritage Center
The current KidKapers season at the Lee Theater concludes with “Into the Woods Jr.,” playing March 20 - 29. With music and lyrics by Stephen Sondheim and storytelling techniques by author James Lapine, the fairy tales of the Brothers Grimm come to life in this adaptation for youngsters. The lives of many familiar characters curiously intertwine in this whimsical original story. “Into the Woods Jr.” performances are Fridays and Saturdays, March 20, 21, 27 and 28 at 7 p.m., and Sundays March 22 and 29 at 2 p.m. The musical centers on a baker (Bennett Buetow) and his wife (Jessica Beaudet) who wish to have a child; Cinderella (Janiece Deveaux), who wishes to attend the king’s festival; and Jack (Miles Barrow) and his mother (Samantha Martin), who wish his cow Milky White (Casey and Kylie Van Elsacker) would give milk. When the baker and his wife learn that they cannot have a child because of a witch’s (Emma
Robinson) curse, the two set off on a journey to break the curse and wind up changed forever. Along with Cinderella, theater-goers will meet her father (Ian Fikel), her selfish stepmother (Grace Gouyer) and her spoiled, bratty stepsisters Florinda (Lindy Pokorny) and Lucinda (Gabby Boiteau). The memory of Cinderella’s mother (Sabrina Brown) lives in the heroine’s heart and grants her daughter’s wishes as the girl makes her way through the woods. Both Cinderella and Rapunzel (Samantha Preece), who is kept prisoner in a tower by her mother, are a bit dismayed when they meet their princes. Cinderella’s prince (Craig Rowe) is pompous and selfabsorbed and Rapunzel’s prince (Troy West) is conceited and arrogant – not exactly the men of their dreams. On their journey, the baker and his wife also encounter Little Red (Helene White) and the wolf (Carlos Colon) who misleads her on the way to grandmother’s
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(Shayra Santiago-Borges) house; and a mysterious man (Brendan Watts) whose identity comes as a surprise to all. Narrators Grace Kolbert and Brendan Watts guide audiences through this cock-eyed web of secrets, mysteries and wishes. Caroline Mincks returns to direct “Into the Woods Jr.” after directing the successful “Seussical Jr.” last season. “I’m reminded every day that talent has no age requirement,” she said. “I have loved getting to know these powerful performers, and I am continually astonished that they’re all so young.” Joining Mincks to create “Into the Woods Jr.” are costume designer Kym Micks, set designer Craig McFarland, sound designer John Redling, and stage manager Khalila Roney. Tickets are $5 and are available at the door. The Lee Theater is located at 4300 Mahone Ave.. For more information, call (804) 734-6629. – FMWR
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Charlie Company, 71stTransportation Battalion guidon from Lt. Col. Capt. Cedric Moten accepts the C Robert Mann, battalion command der, during a late February change of command ceremony at the Army Logistics University. Moten n replaced Capt. Nyraliz Avila as the C Co. commander.
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Staff Sgt.TerryTheus helps with the uncrating of new exhibit cases at the U.S. Army Quartermaster Museum recently.The cases will showcase historic uniforms and other items that are part of a new clothing and textile exhibit set to open at the museum over the summer.Theus is a staff member at the museum.
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(ABOVE) Pfc.Yaneli Mendoza from Delta Company, 832nd Ordnance Battalion, chats with a resident of the Virginian Retirement Community in Richmond during a Feb. 23 community outreach visit.Twenty-three Soldiers – under the supervision of Staff Sgt. GabrielTerrell, a unit platoon sergeant – participated in the event that included music, lunch and a lot of lively conversation. Many of the residents at the retirement community are military veterans.They talked about their time in the service and listened with great interest as the junior Soldiers explained why they enlisted and what serving in the Army means to them. (RIGHT) Showing their unit pride with a creative snow sculpture, Soldiers from Whiskey Company, 266th Quartermaster Battalion, enjoy a day off from school on Feb. 17 when installation leaders decided to cease operations here due to an earlier winter storm that dumped several inches of snow on theTriCities area.
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(LEFT) Soldiers from Juliet Company, 262nd Quartermaster Battalion, clear the walkway in front of the new paralegal training center here following the Feb. 26 winter storm that dumped more than 8 inches of snow in theTri-Cities area and forced many schools and businesses, along with the operations at Fort Lee, to close for the day. (ABOVE LEFT) Sgt. 1st Class Rony Puente, a Mike Company, 244th Quartermaster Battalion platoon sergeant, and Staff Sgt. Jordan Bess, a 92-Alpha (automated logistics specialist) course instructor, complete the Army Physical FitnessTest portion of the 244th QM Ultimate Warrior Competition on Feb. 24 at MacLaughlin Fitness Center.The UWC competitors also completed a board appearance and warrior tasks and battle drills during the weeklong event. (ABOVE RIGHT) Advanced individual training Soldiers from Alpha Company, 832nd Ordnance Battalion, perform maintenance inspections on forklifts during a recent training event on the Ordnance Campus.
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3DSD SHUIHFW RQ SDWK WR FURZQ (CLOCKWISE FROM RIGHT) Papa Company, 244th Quartermaster Battalion, point guard Al Horton locks in on the bucket during the daytime intramural basketball title game against Delta Co., 16th Ordnance Bn.,Tuesday at MacLaughlin Fitness Center. Papa Co. won the game 31-27 and finished the inaugural daytime season with a 10-0 record. • Papa’s Robert Reynolds gets set to shoot a jumper in the second half of the contest. • Papa’s McKennsey Kirkwood makes his way through Delta defenders. •The Papa team poses for photos after the game. • Members of both teams jockey for rebound position. • Staff Sgt. Enrimon Kildane, the Papa coach, tries to motivate players. • Sgt. 1st Class Furman Johnson directs a Delta player.
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HISTORIC PHOTO
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MONTH | 1941
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The March Historic Photo of the Month looks back to 1941 and reprints a column from the Lee Traveller comparing the reactivated installation to the 1917-1918 post. “To the great percentage of Soldiers now stationed at Camp Lee, Army life is something new,” read the article. “But to the soil on which they train, the sound of marching feet is a tale being retold. “In 1918, Camp Lee was one of the two largest Army cantonments in the United States, second only to the huge Camp Lewis in the state of Washington. Over the same sun-baked fields where present-day Soldiers now train, more than 97,000 ‘draftees’ of the World War drilled before embarking to the battlefields of Europe. “Old-time Petersburg residents recall that sum-
mer of 1918. ‘That was a scorcher,’ they say, ruefully shaking their heads in remembrance,” ... hotter than this year’s.’” The column continued, “Shortly after May 1918, France-bound troops from Lee used to march through Hopewell at night in order to avoid the noon-day sun. They boarded steamers at the docks and all night long, Hopewell sleepers could hear the beat of iron hoofs and marching feet as Soldiers and calvary horses stepped upon the gangplanks that separated them from America. “In many ways, the present Camp Lee is not so unlike the old Lee. In those days, just as the
spring of 1941, Soldiers experienced terrific dust storms caused by the recent construction and removal of trees and grass. “A modern Soldier walking through the old Camp Lee would not feel as lost as one might think, for they were both built somewhat in the shape of a horseshoe. In 1917, the Camp being three times bigger than the present cantonment, was five miles around the shoe, two miles from tip-to-tip and two miles in depth. Boasted of Barracks “As big as that sounds, it was more crowded than it is today. “Nevertheless, World Warriors were very proud of the barracks, boasting that the buildings were two-stories high, lined with wall board, lighted by electricity and comfortably heated with big iron stoves. “Part of the old cantonment’s function was that of a cavalry remount station. At one time, ac-
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New recruits crawl through the obstacle course at the QuartermasterTraining Center at Camp Lee in 1941.The horseshoe shape of installation in 1941 looked much like the first Camp Lee in 1917-1918 – although the first camp was three times larger.
cording to recently unearthed figures, there were more than 20,000 horses here. The old pictures of the camp show horse and mule-drawn wagons filled with Soldiers parading through the streets of Petersburg. The vehicles looked like small covered wagons with their tarpaulin corverings and proud drivers holding whips
in hand. “Old-timers were pretty proud of the speed with which the first Camp Lee was built. The local papers told of construction feats in which great blocks of buildings were put up in 60 days. According to the records, construction started on June 21, 1917, and the first draftees, approximately 2,800
from this part of Virginia, moved in on Sept. 5. “For the World War, they had a different system of training troops than used today. They were sent to one camp and stayed there until embarking for Europe. The first batch of draftees who came to Lee stayed right SEE MEMORIES, PAGE 17
5RFNV SURIHVVLRQDO GHYHORSPHQW EULHI Maj. Gen. Gwen Bingham, commanding general for U.S. ArmyTACOM Life Cycle Management Command, addresses officers attending a professional development session hosted by the Central Virginia Chapter of ROCKS, Inc., and the Women’s Mentorship Network at the Army Logistics University Feb. 24. She began the program with a TACOM Life Cycle Management Command brief highlighting its organizational structure and mission, and ended with her “Top 10 Plus 2” leadership brief.The attendees included more than 225 officers. Bingham previously served as the Quartermaster General here and commanding general, U.S. Army White Sands Missile Range, N.M. She has served at every level from company through theater support command.
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KENNER CONNECTION | CARBOHYDRATES ARE MENTAL FUEL
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Nutrition important for brain health William Jones, CSCS KAHC Army Wellness Center
In recognition of National Nutritional Awareness Month and Brain Injury Awareness Month, the Fort Lee Army Wellness Center offers nutritional information for that grey matter between everyone’s ears. The human brain is the most complex structure in the universe with countless neurons. The brain has the ability to hold more information than all the libraries in the world. However, people do not always feel as if their brains are up to speed, especially as they reach their senior years. A brain’s declining performance is not only due to age. The staff at the AWC
understands community members need to know the importance of nutrition and health for keeping the most important “muscle” in their body healthy. For starters, do not skimp on the carbohydrates. The Acceptable Macronutrient Distribution Range, or carbohydrates, is 45-65 percent of the daily caloric requirement. While people constantly view carbs in a negative light, they often forget how important they are for exercise and the brain. The brain is only about 2 percent of an individual’s total body weight, but it is a very greedy organ. The brain uses more than 50 percent of the carbohydrates that individuals consume. The brain also
is picky. The only source of energy the brain wants is that which comes from carbohydrates. People may find that as the brain is deprived of carbohydrates thinking becomes difficult and memory fades. These symptoms are present in a state known as hypoglycemia. People can come to the Army Wellness Center and have a metabolic test done
so the staff can give an individualized caloric recommendation to put their brain on a track for success. Drink water. The average adult needs roughly 2-3 quarts of water per day or much more if exercise is performed regularly. Being properly hydrated allows the hypothalamus, a key part of the brain, to regulate body temperature. The hypothalamus uses a variety of cues that tell the blood to shunt away from the core (in the presence of heat) and shunt blood to the core (in the presence of freezing temperatures). If one is not properly hydrated, the blood is thicker and has a slightly lower volume. With temperature regulation hindered, the brain’s tempera-
ture will increase in hot environments bringing about a possible heat illness. Heat exhaustion and heat stroke can cause muscle fatigue, dizziness, vomiting and even death! To wrap things up, people should make sure to eat for success every day. Not only will their bodies’ appreciate it, so will their minds. For more information, contact the the AWC that has all the resources for everyone to get on track to a healthy lifestyle. It has a variety of classes such as “Healthy Sleep Habits,” Stress Management” and the post favorite “Upping Your Metabolism.” For information, call (804) 734-9384.
more than 50 percent of the carbohydrates that individuals consume. The brain also is picky. The only source of energy the brain wants is that which comes from carbohydrates.” -William Jones Fort Lee Army Wellness Center
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Good news for TRICARE beneficiaries living in the Fort Lee area. The next time they receive a prescription from an off-post provider, they will not have to squint to decipher the doctor’s cryptic handwriting (and neither will the pharmacist). That’s because electronic prescribing (e-prescribing) is now available at Kenner Army Health Clinic. The Military Health System is deploying e-prescribing at military pharmacies around the country. E-prescribing allows civilian providers to send prescriptions to pharmacies safely, efficiently and securely. It is a safe and efficient option already adopted by most civilian pharmacies and providers. It can help reduce prescription errors and has
the potential to decrease wait times. So how does it work? When a prescription comes into the KAHC pharmacy electronically, it allows the pharmacist to resolve issues before the patient arrives. “I’m very excited to bring E-prescribing to Kenner Army Health Clinic,” said Capt. Zachary Leftwich, Chief, KAHC pharmacy. “It’s convenient for everyone involved – patient, doctor and pharmacist. Patients should know the average handwritten prescription takes far longer to process than an electronic prescription, and can sometimes be indecipherable. E-prescriptions have the advantage of legibility, as well as processing speed – these work together to help cut down wait times as well as decrease possible medica-
tion errors.” Military pharmacies offer TRICARE beneficiaries the best deal for prescriptions. Beneficiaries can get up to a 90-day supply for most medications and don’t have to worry about copays or costshares. Beneficiaries can ask their doctor to look for local military pharmacies in the e-prescribing database/ networks. Military pharmacies will not be able to accept electronic prescriptions for controlled substances. Beneficiaries will still need a hand-written prescription for these medications. People should ask their doctor to visit the pharmacy tab on the KAHC website for the formulary of available medications at http:// kenner.narmc.amedd.army. mil.
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‘Frozen Food Month’ brings commissary savings at Lee The noticeable increase in sales tags and product promotions throughout specially decorated frozen food departments can mean only one thing for commissary shoppers. It’s March – frozen food month. “Our customers love frozen food month,” said Tracie Russ, Defense Commissary Agency sales director. “They have good reasons to stock up on frozen foods and other items because of the great prices, and they get to take part in exciting promotions throughout the military stores.” Reminders of the annual NCAA basketball tournament also are bouncing around commissaries during March in the form of super savings and giveaways. It’s all made possible by DeCA’s industry partners – vendors, suppliers and brokers – offering discounts beyond everyday savings. Overseas stores may have substitute events for certain promotional programs. Customers are asked to check their lo-
cal commissary for details on dates and times for promotions. Here are just a few: • Unilever presents Road to the Final Four specials March 19 - April 8. Check out the International Section for exceptional discounts on Jose Ole, Tai Pei and Ling Ling entrees and appetizers. • ConAgra Foods presents “Real Food – Real Frozen Rewards!” From March 5 to April 8, a $5 coupon will be offered by purchasing $15 in frozen products from ConAgra Foods’ participating brands simply by scanning a copy of your receipt. Other promotions are offered from Sunkist soda, Mott’s, Kraft Foods Group, General Mills, Quaker, Tropicana and more. “There’s a lot going on at your commissary between Frozen Food Month and the NCAA basketball tournament,” Russ said. “Don’t miss these savings in March ... It’s definitely worth the trip.” – Fort Lee Commissary
MEMORIES | The only visual memory
in 1941 was the Davis homestead Continued from page 15 through the training period until May 1918. “It was from this group that the famous old 80th Division was built, and it was from Camp Lee that the Soldiers went to the battle-scarred forest and fields of the Argonne where they earned fame for their heroic deeds. “The Doughboy of 1917-18 had no convenient ‘P-X’s’ where he would meet his friends. He had Y.M.C.A.’s where he would spend his leisure, but no place at which he could buy the many items modern P-X’s carry. “Today, there are few reminders of the Old Camp Lee. Besides the crumbling cement road and
the outlying foundations, the only visual memory is the Davis homestead in the Medical Replacement Center. During the World War, it was the headquarters of Major General Adelbert Cronkhite, commanding general of the cantonment. “The same Davis home was used as temporary headquarters by Major General James E. Edmonds until the present headquarters was completed.” The article concluded, “Thus, a selectee as he begins his training at Camp Lee finds a new experience awaiting him. But it is nothing new to Camp Lee itself. For out of the
present emergency, a new Camp Lee has been born and the memories of the doughboys of 1917 and ’18 still echo through the fields where Soldiers of 1941 now march.” The Traveller is celebrating 75 years of serving military members and their families at Fort Lee and Camp Lee with a strong journalism tradition. During this year, the Traveller will feature articles and events published during its remarkable history. The Traveller welcomes comments from readers about this series. Comments can be posted on www.facebook.com/ ftleetraveller.
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WASHINGTON – Service members and their families need to make informed investment decisions and avoid unnecessary risks to ensure financial readiness both during and after their service commitments, the senior enlisted advisor to the chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff said. Discussing the Feb. 2328 observance of Military Saves Week in a DOD News broadcast interview, Marine Corps Sgt. Maj. Bryan Battaglia said structure is important in handling household financial transactions. “There are going to be purchases to meet the needs of survival, whether it be a car, a home or bare necessities of everyday life,” he said. “You must have discipline in your financial portfolio that allows you to sidestep … unnecessary purchases … and make a wise and informed decision. That’s what financial readiness is all about.” Battaglia recalled his own challenges as a young Marine, when he his wife, Lisa, learned to resist impulse-purchase temptations. “I’m hoping one thing Lisa and I can do for the military force and families is show things we could have done better as a younger couple growing up; things they can avoid nowadays,” the sergeant major said. Small financial consider-
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“It’s a great investment tool that we are allowed to use while serving in the military, and it starts to build a financial nest egg or portfolio,” he said. “It’ll be 80 to 85 percent of our force who never reach 20 years to retire, so what do they have to show for it at the end of four, six or 10 years?” In any event, the sergeant major added, all military careers come to end, no matter how long a member serves. “We want to have an emergency fund … so when retirement or end of enlistment or commission comes, you don’t walk out empty-handed,” he said. )LVFDO )LWQHVV ,QFOXGHV 5HZDUGV Fiscal fitness enables him and his family to live in a less stressful environment, Battaglia said, and even permits them to enjoy the occasional reward. “That may incur some sacrifices along the way, but we can spoil ourselves every once in a while because we have lived in a financially stable and structured military life cycle,” the sergeant major said. Battaglia encouraged all service members and components to take the Military Saves Week pledge to develop a disciplined, structured and measurable financial goal. “Go online and take the pledge … to save each and every month when that paycheck comes in,” he said.
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KAHC Cancer Awareness Display | March 5-6
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ing National Colorectal Cancer Awareness Month with an educational display March 5-6, 10 a.m. - noon, in the pharmacy lobby. Community members are encouraged to wear blue March 6 in observance of National Dress in Blue Day. Participants will receive tips on Colon Cancer Prevention at KAHC. For details, visit www.cdc.gov/ c a n c e r / d c p c / re s o u rc e s / f e a t u re s / ColorectalAwareness/index.htm.
Saturday Nights in the Jazz Lounge | March 7 Old-school rhythm and blues, jazz and soul is featured on Saturday nights in the Jazz Lounge at the Regimental Club, 9 p.m. - 2 a.m. The next dates are March 7 and 14.
A midweek religious education night is held every Wednesday, 5:30 p.m., at Memorial Chapel, building 10600, 1901 Sisisky Blvd. The program includes a free meal, classes and more. For details, call (804) 734-6483.
‘Healthy Sleep Habits’ Class at AWC | March 12 “Healthy Sleep Habits” is a new class offered the second Thursday of each month, 9 a.m. or 3 p.m., at the Army Wellness Center, 9205 Mahone Ave. The next date is March 12. This interactive class will provide general information and positive action steps
to address sleep habits and improve quality of sleep. Participants can complete a sleep self-assessment and learn about resources. For details, call (804) 734-9384 or visit http://kenner.narmc.amedd.army.mil/ Pages/ArmyWellnessCenter.aspx.
Texas Hold’em Tournaments | Tuesdays
Shindig March 13, 8 p.m. - 2 a.m., at the HideAway, building 15013, 5th Avenue. The event will include Irish shenanigans including games, door prizes, manager’s specials, karaoke and much more. For details, call (804) 765-1539.
Spearhead Sham-Rock 5K | March 13
Texas Hold’em No Limit Tournaments are held Tuesdays at the Sports Zone, building 3650 on C Avenue. The next days are March 10, 17 and 24. Registration begins at 5:45 p.m. with a tournament start time of 6 p.m. Cost is $5 each night. Prizes will be given to top placement winners. For details, call (804) 765-3058.
FMWR St. Patrick’s Day Shindig | March 13 Community members can celebrate the shamrock at the St. Patrick’s Day
Registration remains open for the The Transportation Corps Regimental Committee’s Spearhead Sham-Rock Fort Lee 5K. It is set for March 13, 6:30 a.m., beginning at Williams Stadium, corner of Lee and Mahone avenue. The cost per participant is $15. Run will end at Williams Stadium. To register, stop by the TC Regimental Headquarters, 3rd floor/CASCOM; or in Wylie Hall, building 2300, B Avenue. For details, call (804) 765-7443, or 765-7919.
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courses are offered monthly at the ACS building on Mahone Avenue. The next class dates and topics are as follows: PCS Move/Loans, March 6; TSP/ Loans, March 11; Budget and Record Keeping/Loans, March 12; Basic Money Management/Loans, March 12. Also, Planning for Baby/Loans, March 13; Home Buying/Loans, March 16.; Auto Purchase-Insurance/Loans, March 18; Credit Card Debt, March 19. Also, Financial Planning/Loans, March 25; Developing a Spending Plan/Loans, March 26; and Misuse of Checking Privileges/Loans, March 27. The classes meet from 1-3 p.m. For details and registration, call (804) 734-6388.
Relocation Readiness | March 18, 24/April 3,7 Several Relocation Readiness classes are offered by ACS at Fort Lee. The next Overseas Briefing is set for March 18, 9 a.m. - noon; and E-Sponsorship and Application Training will be held March 24, 10 a.m. - noon. Hearts Apart is slated for April 3, 10 a.m. - noon; and Citizenship and Immigration is scheduled for April 7, 1-2 p.m. The classes meet at ACS, building 9023, 1231 Mahone Ave. For details or registration, call (804) 734-7852.
A March Madness advanced individual training basketball shootout tournament, hosted by Family and MWR Sports, is set for April 4, 8 a.m. - 2 p.m., at MacLaughlin Fitness Center. This free tournament is a female and male single-elimination competition for AIT Soldiers from the 59th Ordnance and 23rd Quartermaster brigades. It is open only to AIT students. Admission is free and open to all military ID cardholders. For details, call (804) 765-3057.
FMWR Golf Intramurals | April 6, 13, 20, 27 Family and MWR Sports department will begin golf intramurals April 6 at the Cardinal Golf Club. There is no charge to participate. It is open to active duty only. The coaches’ first meeting will be held March 16, 5:30 p.m., at the Cardinal Golf Club. Entry forms should be submitted to the Sports Office, building 4320, by March 16. For details, call (804) 765-3058.
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Club Beyond | Every Monday Club Beyond programs for middle and high school students are offered each Monday at Memorial Chapel. The middle school group meets from 5:45-7:15 p.m., and the high school program is set for 7-8:30 p.m. Each session features games, food, music and more. Friends can have fun and share their faith. For details, call (804) 731-9851.
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Tour of Civil War Battle Sites | March 7 The Chesterfield Department of Parks and Recreation in partnership with the Chesterfield Historical Society of Virginia, will offer a driving tour of Civil War battle sites March 7, 10 a.m. - 2 p.m. The trip will begin at Henricus Historical Park, 21 Henricus Park Road, Chester. The excursion will include stops at Battery Dantzler, Parker’s Battery, Ware Bottom Battlefield, Howlett Line Park, Fort Wead and Sgt. Engle Park. The cost is $15 per person and transportation is provided. To register, visit www.chesterfieldhistory.com. Participants should wear comfortable shoes and bring snacks and water. For details, call (804) 751-4946.
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Calendar, continued Still Life Painting Class | March 7 Participants can paint a still life piece and explore the history of still life painting under the guidance of an expert instructor March 7, 1-3 p.m., at the Chester Library, 11800 Centre St. Registration is required for the free class for adults. For details, call (804) 318-8977 or visit http://library.chesterfield.gov/.
Lecture: ‘Lee’s Retreat Though Chesterfield County’ | March 13 Historian Scott Williams, chairman of the Chesterfield Historical Society of Virginia Military History Committee, will deliver a lecture “Lee’s Retreat Through Chesterfield County” March 13, 7 p.m., at the Community Hall at Lucy Corr Village, 6800 Lucy Corr Blvd., Chesterfield. The program is part of the Historical Society’s 8th annual Winter Lecture Series. It is free to members and $5 for all others. For details, call (804) 796-7121 or visit http://chesterfieldhistory.com/.
Eppington Plantation Tour | March 14 Eppington Plantation, a large tobacco farm built in 1768 by Thomas Jefferson’s brother-in-law, Francis Eppes VI, will be open for a tour March 14, 10-11 a.m., at
14602 Eppes Falls Road, Chesterfield. Visitors will experience what plantation life was like in the 1700s while touring the house and grounds of the Georgian home located along the Appomattox River. Two of Jefferson’s daughters lived at the home while Jefferson served as minister to France. The cost is $8 per person and registration is required. The plantation is usually open only by appointment, For details, call (804) 748-1623.
K-9 Veterans Day Event | March 14 The Fort Lee K-9 Military Working Dog unit will participate in Virginia’s commemoration of K-9 Veterans Day, March 14, 10 a.m. - noon, at the Virginia War Memorial, 621 South Belvidere St. Richmond. It is co-hosted with Hanover Hounds Search and Rescue. This annual family friendly event honors the contributions of the heroic dogs that have served side-by-side with their human companions on the battlefield in time of war and also here at home assisting police and law enforcement, performing search and rescue missions, and providing companionship to our wounded warriors. Three other K-9 details also will perform demonstrations. For details, visit www.vawarmemorial.
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Free Comedy Show for Troops | March 21
Army,Coast Guard Drill Team Performance | March 14
“For the Troops” Comedy Show is set for March 21, 6 p.m., at the VA McGuire Medical Center, 1201 Broad Rock Blvd., Richmond. The free show for all military and veterans features U.S. Army Soldiers. For details, email Christine.ray@ va.gov.
The Army Old Guard Drill Team and Coast Guard Silent Drill Team will perform March 14, 11:30 a.m., at the Greater Richmond Convention Center, 403 N. 3rd St. The event is part of the Pershing Rifles’ John J. Pershing Memorial Drill Competition that begins at 8 a.m. Drill teams from across the United States will be competing in events for the title of National Drill Champions. The general public is invited and a $5 donation is suggested. For details, visit www.prnatcon.com.
Volunteers Needed for Park Day | March 21 Volunteers are needed for the Civil War Trust’s annual Park Day, March 21, 8:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m., at the Petersburg National Battlefield, 5001 Siege Road. Projects will include trail work and general park clean-up at the site where the longest event of the Civil War occurred. Each year, thousands of people across the country volunteer for “hands-on preservation events” to help Civil War battlefields and historic sites take on maintenance projects large and small. For details, call (804) 732-3966, ext. 113
392nd Army Band at Beacon Theater | March 25 The Fort Lee 392nd Army Band will perform in a free concert, March 25, 78:30 p.m., at The Beacon Theatre, 401 N. Main St., Hopewell. To reserve a ticket, call (804) 446-3457 or visit www.myticketstobuy.com.
VHDA First-Time Homebuyers Class | March 28 A free VHDA first-time homebuyers class will be offered March 28, 10 a.m. - 5 p.m., at the Midlothian Library, 521 Coalfield Road. The one-day training session will teach participants the home buying process from start to finish, and how to stay on track as a responsible homeowner. Registration is required For registration and details, call (804) 858-8370.
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