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MPs garner TRADOC award for superior performance SEE PAGE 4 THEATER GROUP THRIVES ON FAMILY ENTERTAINMENT ‘The House at Pooh’s Corner’ and ‘Gypsy’ among productions currently offered by the Virginia Repertory Theatre group in Metro Richmond SEE PAGE 15

SPIRIT OF GIVING Six post workers receive command recognition for volunteerism, charity work after selection by CWF committee

ENCOURAGING EDUCATION QM Foundation scholarship program helps Wounded Warriors, families

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NEW LIBRARIAN Kelly Desmond shares ambitious ideas for new programs at Family and MWR Fort Lee Community Library SEE PAGE 10

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‘GOOD OLD DAYS’

Frankenstein vs. Sexy Pizza Rat; a story of Halloween … progress?

Contributing Writer

When I was a kid, Halloween was simple. All we had to do was rummage through closets and craft supplies for costume components; convince mom, dad or both to set us loose on the neighborhood; and rake in as much candy as our tiny trick-or-treat voices could muster.

Then, about 20 years ago, the whole thing started getting weird thanks to new social norms fueled by global information technology. I won’t profess to be an expert on the full impact of Internet influence, but it’s pretty clear the “Sexy Pizza Rat Costume” means All Hallows’ Eve isn’t all about jack-o-lanterns, apple bobbing and horror movies anymore.

Several weeks ago, someone in New York City shot and uploaded a 14-second video of a rat dragging a slice of pizza down some dirty subway stairs. With 7.7 million views on YouTube, the otherwise unremarkable rodent has become a viral sensation.

Yandy.com, a costume and lingerie company, capitalized on the trend, and have sold out their “Sexy Pizza Rat” Halloween costume for a mere $90 a pop.

And rodents aren’t the only things being made into sexy Halloween costumes these days.

Clothing companies are adding miniskirts, bustiers, booty shorts and exposed midriffs to costumes resembling Donald Trump, Minions, sock monkeys, Ronald McDonald, the Cat in the Hat, corn cobs, lobsters and goldfish.

Kenner commander thanks community for support of annual volksmarch On behalf of the Kenner Army Health Clinic staff, I offer my heartfelt thanks to all of our community partners for their support of the KAHC Family 5K Volksmarch

In the 1970s, we didn’t have sexy costumes. In fact, most store-bought garments came in cheap boxed sets consisting of a 100-percent polyester sheath that tied in the back like a hospital gown. Their low-res adornments were supposed to resemble cartoon characters like Bugs Bunny or Fred Flintstone.

Made of eggshell-thin plastic, the masks had two round holes to see through and a tiny slit at the mouth. Presumably meant for breathing, the slit wasn’t big enough to allow breath to escape, making Halloween a steamy, uncomfortable affair. The masks would crack with the slightest pressure, and the thin elastic band that went around the head had a working life of about an hour.

As cheap as they were, I always

and Health Fair that took place at Fort Lee on Saturday.

The overall event was a tremendous success, and we appreciate everyone who volunteered their time to make it a special occasion.

The whole idea behind the volksmarch and health fair is to educate the Fort Lee community on the importance of healthy living and to promote the Performance Triad points of emphasis – sleep, activity and nutrition. Through these actions, we take positive steps toward future Army communities that are healthy, happy and

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resilient to the demands of military life.

The importance of the numerous organizations that came out to support the event cannot be understated. They included the 392nd Army Band and representatives from the Army Community Service Family Advocacy Program, the Sexual Harassment/Assault Awareness and Reporting Program and the Army Wellness Center, among others. Off-post supporters like First Command financial services, Health Net (TRICARE) and several network clinics also were on hand to answer questions about their services.

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mail order ad in the back of his “Mad” magazine to score a green rubber “Creature from the Black Lagoon” mask. Even though he wore it with jeans and a sweatshirt, it terrified me because I had recently seen the movie.

It’s too bad kids gaze bugeyed nowadays at the sexy costumes that permeate the Internet, costume shops and department stores. Instead of Frankenstein and the Creature from the Black Lagoon, they see Sexy Pizza Rat and Sexy Big Bird.

In the pre-Internet days, it didn’t matter whether the costumes were of the store bought or homemade variety. Halloween was less about the costumes and more about being scary, or if you were like me, being scared.

And like the Clark Bars, Chiclets and popcorn balls on Halloween night, there were plenty of each to go around.

Read more of Lisa Molinari’s columns at www. themeatandpotatoesoflife.com.

An estimated 300 service members, military retirees and family members participated in the volksmarch, to include 77 children. It turned out to be a great day of family fun for all attendees.

Once again, a special thanks to our community partners and volunteers for making this year’s volksmarch a fun and memorable experience. We are proud to be part of the Fort Lee team.

Your Care. Your Trust. Our Mission.

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Lisa Smith Molinari

wanted a store-bought costume, but my first-grade-teacher-mother refused to buy them because they required “no creativity.”

Instead, we were set adrift with nothing but our resourcefulness and what we could find around the house.

Just like the kids in “It’s the Great Pumpkin, Charlie Brown,” a nice white sheet with two holes cut in it could do the trick. Many of the neighborhood kids dressed up as sheet ghosts for Halloween, but seeing as all our bed sheets had daisies or model Ts printed on them, my brother and I had to get a little more creative.

For a couple of years, I used a grey wig my grandmother had discarded, along with a crocheted shawl and some glasses made out of pipe cleaners, to disguise myself as “an old lady.” Other years I was a hobo, an Indian squaw or a clown, all made from things lying around the house.

One year, my brother used income from his paper route and a

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Soldiers from the 217th Military Police Detachment, led by Sgt. 1st Class Ernest Wilburn II, stand at parade rest during an August 2014 change of responsibility ceremony. The unit recently won a TRADOC award. For more, see Page 4.

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Domestic violence survivor shares story at awareness luncheon Amy Perry Production/News Assistant Editor

Dr. Angelia Riggsbee, founder of Healing After Domestic Violence, shared her terrifying story of overcoming spousal abuse during of the 2015 Community Action Alliance Domestic Violence Awareness Month luncheon at the Regimental Club Friday.

“My story started about 20 years ago when I met a young man who was tall, dark and handsome,” she began. “He came from a good home, and his father was a pastor. I didn’t think I could do any better.”

The two started to date, fell in love and Riggsbee thought she had it made. He had a job, an apartment and his own car – everything she was looking for.

“We went out one night with some friends, and all of a sudden, his mood changed really quickly,” she said. “He wanted me to go with him into the bathroom. I wondered what was going on. The bathroom was very small, and I was up against the sink. All of a sudden, BAM, he slapped me. My

face hit the mirror and the mirror cracked. Glass shattered everywhere. That was the start of worse things to come.”

Riggsbee said she stood there – shocked at the events – and didn’t understand what was happening, especially since she didn’t grow up in a home with domestic violence.

“I left and went home,” she said.

“My initial thoughts were ‘I’m done.’ We weren’t married, we were only dating, so I was done.

The honeymoon stage started. I got the flowers, I got the candy, I got the cries and I got the telephone calls – ‘Please take me back. It will never happen again. I love you. I was drinking that night.

It will never happen again.’

“Like some ladies do, when we love, we love hard,” Riggsbee continued. “Even when something happens like that, we think it won’t happen again. So, I went back and we continued to date. We ended up getting married.”

Everything was fine, Riggsbee said, until one night she was late returning from a family reunion.

She came home with her cousin and her cousin’s baby, and as soon

as she pulled into the driveway, the front door was flung open, and her husband came to the car and ordered her upstairs.

“We go up into the bedroom, and he slams me into the wall, pushes me into a corner and begins to beat my head into the wall while fussing and arguing with me,” she said. “I was trying to figure out what was going on. I just wanted to get out of the corner.”

Riggsbee spotted a knife she kept by the bed in case of intruders – her husband worked the late shift – so she picked it up and told him she wanted out of the corner. He moved back and when she went forward, he went to advance on her again. She brought the knife back and ended up slicing her hand and fingers significantly.

“I look down and see my hand sliced wide open – I’m looking at arteries, tendons, blood going everywhere,” she said. “Everyone downstairs ran up to find out what happened, and by this point, I’m beginning to black out from the blood loss. They called 911. I regain consciousness in the ambulance and I look over at my hus-

band to hear him say ‘I’m sorry.

Please don’t tell.’”

Riggsbee said she covered for him, but nearly lost her fingers in the incident.

“I go through the rehabilitation, and I get out of the hospital,” she said. “You think I would leave at that point. ‘Just leave’ … isn’t that what we tell victims? ‘Just leave.’ I didn’t leave. I loved my husband.

He begged, he pleaded and he cried. I stayed.”

Another incident happened when she was six months pregnant. Her husband choked her until she blacked out.

“I started thinking then this wasn’t the life I intended for myself,” Riggsbee said. “But still, I didn’t leave. I didn’t want to bring my baby into a broken home. I still wanted to work things out and hoped things would change.”

Three months after their baby was born, they had an argument and her husband slapped her to the floor.

“I ended up on the floor beside my baby’s carriage. I looked up at her and said ‘This is it. Enough is enough,’” she recalled. “I called

my parents and told them what was going on, and they came and picked me up. I finally left.”

Even after she left, her ex-husband continued the violence. One day, when she was talking to a male friend, her ex pulled up next to her and called her over to him.

He wanted to know why she was talking to the man and got upset when she told him to mind his own business.

“As I walked away from his car, he hit the gas and hit me,” she said. “I hit the hood of his car, hit the windshield and ended up on the pavement.”

Riggsbee said she was nearly paralyzed from the incident.

During her stay at the hospital, she decided that if she made it through the ordeal, she would spend her life helping victims of domestic violence.

Now, her program – Healing After Domestic Violence – provides training and workshops, support groups, counseling and much more for victims of domestic violence. At the end of her presentation, Riggsbee encourages the Fort Lee community to stand together against domestic violence.

“Fort Lee, your motto is ‘Defend and Support,’” she said.

“I need you to defend and support, in every way possible, to put an end to domestic violence.”

$UP\ PLOHU YLFWRUV Frederick Dequina and Juan Bonnet, Fort Lee Army 10-Miler Team members, pose with Maj. Gen. Bradley A. Becker, commanding general, Joint Force Headquarters-National Capital Region, Military District of Washington, and Command Sgt. Maj. Timothy A. Guden, JFHQ-NCR CSM, during award presentations following the annual Army 10-Miler event Oct. 10 in the capital region. Dequina and Bonnet were part of a team that won the men’s open division title. Not pictured are Bryce Livingston, John Tyler, Augustine Amonge and Jesse Griffin. More than 35 runners from Fort Lee were among the 35,000 who participated.

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MPs earn prestigious TRADOC award Amy Perry Production/News Assistant Editor

Fort Lee’s 217th Military Police Detachment and 544th MP Detachment (Military Working Dog) were named the winners of the Training and Doctrine Command fiscal 2015 Brigadier General David H. Stem Award.

The recognition program honors outstanding TRADOC MP units, said Capt.

A.J. Widmeyer, 217th commander.

Selection of a winner is based on the unit’s performance during the fiscal year, as measured by recorded accomplishments, achievements and command programs that best exemplify the intent of the award’s sponsor.

“Soldiers and leaders of the 217th and 544th worked very hard, and capitalized on a number of unforecasted training and schooling opportunities, as well as excelling at NCO and civilian education,” said Widmeyer. “Numerous Soldiers re-enlisted, and the unit received laudatory comments from a number of outside inspections, such as Initial Command Inspections, G-4 Command Supply Discipline Program Inspections and Physical Security Inspections.”

Widmeyer said this is the first time the unit earned the award, and he isn’t surprised by the selection.

“I was pretty confident that we would win,” he said. “Seeing how much effort the Soldiers put into schooling, training and education over the past year, I had a hard time believing another MP Detachment had such a good batch of Soldiers.”

The award was truly a team effort, said Widmeyer.

“The unit would not have won this award without the hard work and drive of the Soldiers,” he said. “Collectively, they stepped up to any request made of them, whether it be short notice schooling opportunities, joint training events or just working harder; they really laid the foundation for winning this award.”

In the award packet, the 217th named several of its accomplishments including supporting a pre-deployment training event for special operations groups from Fort Bragg, N.C.; conducting the first

live-exposure training with the Criminal Investigation Division here; holding the first M-4 night fire range training event; and participating in numerous active shooter training scenarios on the installation, among many other accomplishments. The 544th was recognized for its numerous escort and security sweep missions for the president, the United Nations General Assembly, the Army Chief of Staff and the Pope, among other special occasions.

In the award announcement, Maj. Brad Fisher, TRADOC G-3/4 operations, said the unit put together an impressive package. “(The) submission was an excellent representation of (their) accomplishments,first and foremost for the data, but also for the quality of the book,” he said of the award package.

First Lt. Fiona Decaudin was responsible to putting together the award package, said Widmeyer, and she did a great job.

“Due to her meticulous nature and attention to detail, she was able to compile all of the Soldiers’ and the unit’s accomplishments and present it in a coherent award packet,” he said.

Tony DeWitt, director of Fort Lee Emergency Services, also congratulated the unit for its accomplishment.

“They are now in the elite category of being the best MP Detachment in TRADOC,” he said. “I’m proud of them winning this esteemed award and for the support they provide to the Fort Lee community.”

Widmeyer said he’s glad the unit and its Soldiers are getting recognition for their performance during the past year.

“I could not be more proud of the effort put forth by the Soldiers and NCOs of the 217th and 544th Detachments,” he said. “Without their hard work and dedication to excellence the unit would not have won the BG David Stem award, and would not have earned the prestigious title of ‘Best MP Detachment in TRADOC.’” Next, the unit will represent TRADOC and compete at the Army headquarters level in the fiscal 2015 Brigadier General Jeremiah P. Holland Award program.

Warrant Officer Recruiting Team | Oct. 27-29 A Warrant Office Recruiting Team member will present briefings on qualifications and application procedures to become a warrant officer Oct. 27-29, 10 a.m.

- 1 p.m., at the Fort Lee Education Center, Room 107, 700 Quarters Road.

For details, call (910) 286-2306 or email james.j.walsborn.mil@mail.mil.

VWM Collecting Flags for Proper Disposal The Virginia War Memorial will team up with American Legion Post 84 to collect and properly dispose of old, worn and soiled American flags, Nov. 6-15, 9 a.m.

- 4 p.m., at 621 South Blvd., Richmond.

The flags will be collected and retired as part of a formal public ceremony conducted by members of the American Legion. Collection bins will be located in the Edward A. McMurtrie Grand Lobby of the VWM. For details, call (804) 786-2060 or visit www.vawarmemorial.org or facebook. com/virginiawarmemorial.

Red Cross Scholarships High school and college students can become eligible to win a higher education scholarship of up to $2,500 by hosting an American Red Cross blood drive Dec. 15 - Jan. 15.

Six scholarships will be awarded to students who organize a drive resulting in 25 blood donations or more. All students who collect at least 25 pints at their event will receive a gift card or gift certificate. Registration closes Nov. 15 for the Leaders Save Lives program.

For details, visit redcrossblood.org/leaderssavelives.

Culinary Training Facility Ceremony | Oct. 29 The Joint Culinary Center of Excellence will hold a name-changing ceremony Oct. 29, 10:30-11:30 a.m., in McLaughlin Hall, 1639 Byrd Ave. The 92G job title will be changed to culinary specialist from food service specialist, and the new facility name will be the Joint Culinary Training Center.

The event will include lunch and a cake-cutting ceremony.

Kenner Commander’s Call Kenner Army Health Clinic will curtail services Oct. 29, 1-4 p.m., to allow staff to attend a quarterly Commander’s Call and training session.

The clinic will re-open in the late afternoon for pharmacy services. Patients with routine needs should contact the clinic before or after the closure.

To reach the on-call provider when the clinic is closed, contact the administrative officer of the day at (804) 734-9000.

Fort Lee Taxi Service The Logistics Readiness Center-Fort Lee reminds all Soldiers, DOD Civilians and government contractors that the free Fort Lee Official Taxi Service is available for on-post business travel. It operates five days a week, except holidays, 7:30 a.m.

- 4:30 p.m. To schedule, call at least 15 minutes prior to the desired pick-up time.

For transportation needs, call (804) 765-TAXI (8294).

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.

To apply, stop by the Welcome Center at 1510 Sisisky Blvd. or visit www. fortleefamilyhousing.com.

For details, call (804) 733-1558.

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6(&85,7< Annual Refresher Training also serves as information exchange The Fort Lee Security Division hosted its Security Managers Refresher Training on Oct. 7.

Marissa Hinojosa, chief, Security Division, Directorate of Plans, Training, Mobilization and Security, said the event highlighted the need to bring together security managers share ideas and better business practices.

“The purpose of the training was to facilitate networking, provide a venue for information exchange and enhance the knowledge of security managers,” she said. The event included information briefings presented by the FBI, the installation Anti-Terrorism Office and Human Resources

Security Tips for Security Awareness Month • Security is a command function.

• Do not keep lists of passwords or unique user names in your desk, purse or wallet. Memorize!

• Have personnel trained to challenge unescorted strangers in your organization work area.

• Do not process classified data on unclassified systems.

• Properly store and secure For Official Use Only and classified material.

• Change combinations to security containers, vaults as required by AR 380-5 • Ensure personnel have

Directorate.

Hinojosa said the timing of the Security Manager’s Training could not have been better as the Department of the Army has designated October as National Security Awareness Month. As a result, the Security Division initiated a campaign to promote security awareness throughout the installation Positive feedback from this year’s Security Manager’s Training will provide the way ahead for next year’s training event, added Hinojosa.

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a need to know before granting access to classified information • Don’t discuss classified and For Official Use Only information in areas outside approved spaces • Security regulations cannot guarantee protection of classified information; use common sense.

• Report unauthorized disclosure of classified or For Official Use Only information to your security manager immediately.

• Ensure documents and data storage devices containing classified or FOUO info are clearly marked with the classification level.

Security is everyone’s business – It saves lives

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Samuel Burns

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Pete Adler

All honorees received a certificate of appreciation, a Department of Defense civilian employee pin, a $30 gift card to Boulevard Flowers and a oneof-a-kind Outstanding Civilian Service Award coin in a mahogany commemorative box. The Fort Lee Civilian Welfare Fund is responsible for the quarterly recognition program and the awards presented.

â&#x20AC;&#x153;You are receiving the best type of recognition,â&#x20AC;? Hall remarked before his presentation. â&#x20AC;&#x153;You were nominated by your peers and judged by senior leaders on post to be worthy of this honor for the wonderful work you do in your communities.â&#x20AC;?

The award recipients and highlights of their exceptional service are as follows: â&#x20AC;˘ Adler â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Participated in the Eight Days of Hope project following Hurricane Katrina; completed church mission trips to build community support structures in Central America; part of a team that builds wheelchair

ramps for wounded warriors. â&#x20AC;˘ Carl Brown, CASCOM â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Assists local veterans with applications for disability benefits; served as a team captain for the Prince George Relay for Life; helps with the annual backpack and school supply drives, and the food basket program for local Soldiers and families. â&#x20AC;˘ Burns â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Serves as local chairman for Guide Right, a mentorship program for young men; promotes pet adoption through the Virginia Animal Shelter; volunteers for Petersburg Habitat for

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Six Army Civilian employees representing various organizations across the installation were recognized for their volunteerism and charity work at Fort Lee and in the local community during recent award ceremonies here.

Maj. Gen. Darrell K. Williams, CASCOM and Fort Lee com-

manding general, lauded Pete Adler from the Army Logistics University and Samuel Burns, Ordnance School, at the Oct. 15 town hall meeting in the Lee Theater. John E. Hall, deputy to the CASCOM and Fort Lee commanding general, presented the remaining awards Wednesday afternoon in the command suite of the CASCOM headquarters building.

SEE CWF AWARDS, PAGE 13

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THE HENRY SCHOLARS Foundation supports 11 pursuing higher education

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Eleven students, many of them coping with personal challenges, were announced Oct. 15 as the latest recipients of Lucy Rhea Henry Memorial, Sandra Green Henry and James R. Henry Scholarships.

The funds are administered by the Army Quartermaster Foundation.

The students were recognized during an AQF meeting at the U.S. Army Quartermaster Museum.

Recipients of the scholarship awards are: Jazlyn Bain, granddaughter of a Korean War veteran and a QM Hall-of-Famer; Amber Staton, former Army spouse; Monica Stockellburg, former Soldier and wife of a

veteran; Staff Sgt. Terry Theus, a Fort Lee-assigned active duty Soldier; Rachel Michael, granddaughter of logisticians; Caysee Hilliard, granddaughter, daughter and stepdaughter of veterans; Courtney Hevener, granddaughter of a veteran; and T’Keyah Banks, daughter of veterans.

The Henry Scholarships were established on behalf of the moth-

er, wife and brother of retired Maj. Gen. Charles R. “Chuck” Henry in recognition of the courage, sacrifice and dedication of America’s fighting men and women.

Three other recipients – Erin McGinnis, Andrew Howe and Samuel Dlugoss – were selected by the University of Tennessee (Henry’s alma mater) and the Defense Logistics Agency.

Monica Stockellburg, Staff Sgt. Terry Theus and Caysee Hilliard pose with certificates of their Henry Scholarships award Oct. 15 at the U.S. Army Quartermaster Museum.

Henry, a QM Hall of Fame member who was on hand for the announcements, said the scholarships are a means to assist the families of veterans when all other sources of financial support have been exhausted.

“If you look at what is going on in families, there’s a lot of turmoil because a wounded veteran may have a pension, etc.,” he said of those returning from Iraq and Afghanistan in a service-disabled status, “but all of a sudden the wife has now got to pick up the effort. She has to be the breadwinner. The question is whether she is competent to be the breadwinner. What skill set does she have?”

The scholarships – ranging from $750-$2,500 each – are a godsend to recipients like Stockellburg, a veteran of Operation Iraqi Freedom and wife of disabled veteran Andrew Stockellburg.

“I honestly can’t put into words how grateful I am for this opportunity,” she said.

“Without this help, without this financial backing, I don’t know if I could do it.”

Stockellburg, an ECPI student SEE QM AWARDS, PAGE 16

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RECOGNIZING CIVILIANS | SPOTLIGHT

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Job title: “Administrative assistant to the general manager of the Fort Lee Main Exchange.”

How long at Fort Lee? “We PCSd to Fort Lee in May 2014, and I’ve worked for AAFES for 10 months.”

Job duties: “Assisting the general manager in all administrative duties; keeping her informed of things going on in the facilities at Fort Lee (six retail and nine food facilities), Fort Pickett (one retail facility), Bellwood (one retail facility) and in Charlottesville (one retail Facility). I also schedule meetings and pull reports with compiled data, email messages out to facility managers and other items of interest to the general manager.”

What are your thoughts on the working environment? “I love where I work and the people I work with. It is satisfying to know I help with running the day-to-day operations and serving the best customers in the world – the Soldiers of Fort Lee, their families and our retiree community.”

Challenges of your job: “Getting all the information back on time from our 18 facilities.”

Motivation for job: “Knowing there are Soldiers who depend on what we do here.”

One thing you can’t live without: “Coffee.”

One place you would love to go on vacation: “Europe. I want to see all the history it has to offer.”

Pet peeves: “Unpunctual people.”

Favorite author: “I do not have a favorite book, however, Nicholas Sparks is

When your child is finding it hard to cope,

my favorite author; just now starting on his new book ‘See Me.’” Favorite food: “Okra. I am from the South.”

Worst fear: “Heights.”

Hobbies: “I love to take pictures and

scrapbook when I have the time.”

A life lesson to share: “Everyone has bad days, and you just have to pick yourself up and go on. Do not linger on it, tomorrow is a new day.”

Name someone you admire: “My children. No matter how many times we have moved homes and schools, they both have adapted very well in the new environment. As an adult it is hard to adjust to change, and as a child it is even tougher.”

Qualities you admire in others: “Honesty and respect.”

What do you expect from your leaders? “Support and respect.”

What is something people would be surprised to know about you? “I have a twin sister.”

Future aspirations: “Just to be the best person I can be, and live one day at a time.”

– Compiled by Amy Perry

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“Take care of people and the mission will happen,” was Maj. Gen. Darrell K. Williams’ key message to attendees during a town hall meeting for post personnel Oct. 15. The get-to-know-the-commanding-general-of-CASCOM-and-Fort-Lee meeting was Williams’ first opportunity to discuss important topics concerning his organization, answer questions and present awards since taking command in August. The morning and afternoon sessions allowed for maximum attendance and both meetings packed the Lee Theater.

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Aaron Mendoza reads “Library Mouse, A Friend’s Tale” to Caring Canines therapy dog Daisy during the Oct. 13 Read to Rover program at the Family and MWR Fort Lee Community Library. The special event marked the return of the program that was on hiatus during the transition of library directors. Read to Rover promotes childhood literacy by giving youngsters and their parents an opportunity to explore the library and experience the joy of books. The therapy dogs serve as an eager audience that enjoys the attention of the participants and doesn’t really care if they struggle with reading aloud. Read to Rover will continue on the third Tuesday of each month, starting at 5 p.m. There is no cost to participate but registration is requested. The library is located on the 2nd floor of the Army Logistics University, building 12240, 34th Street. For other details, call (804) 765-8095.

RUGQDQFH DUWLIDFW RI WKH PRQWK This softball is certainly one of the most unusual artifacts in the Ordnance Training and Heritage Center collection. It is a memento of the 1939 softball season in which the teams included the 44th Ordnance Company at Aberdeen Proving Ground, Md. Inscribed on the ball are the last names of all persons connected with the team, and a list of every team in the league. The ball’s artwork also includes sketches of Pfc. Aultman (manager/pitcher), Cpl. King (captain/catcher), and, of course, a flaming bomb, the Ordnance Corps’ symbol.

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Army Secretary John M. McHugh, Army Chief of Staff Gen. Mark A. Milley and Sgt. Maj. of the Army Daniel A. Dailey discuss the importance of family programs for readiness during a family forum at the Association of the United States Army annual meeting in Washington, Oct. 12.

Kelly Desmond has spent more than a decade sharing her love of reading with military families Ray Kozakewicz Production Assistant

Her love of the Laura Ingalls Wilder “Little House on the Prairie” series of children’s novels has remained strong since childhood growing up in Rochester, N. Y. “Her books clicked for me,” said Kelly Desmond, the new supervisory librarian at the Family and MWR Fort Lee Community Library. “She is my favorite author of all time.”

In her new position at Fort Lee since August, Desmond has brought with her 30 years of military, college and public library experience, primarily in the Air Force. These include civilian assignments at Barksdale AFB, Bossier City, La.; Spangdahlem AB, Spangdahlem, Germany; Hurlburt Field, Okaloosa, Fla., and most recently, Kaiserslautern, Germany. In each of the libraries, she served either as library director or supervisory director and even as a translator and tour guide.

She said, “This is my first Army library and there has been some new terminology to learn. I have a great staff of enthusiastic people to help me.”

The employees include Kate Eminhizer, Linda Flock, Diane Hill and Karen Smallwood.

There also is an open position she plans to fill.

She praised the programs at the community library, which is located on the 2nd Floor of the

Army Logistics University.

“We are pleased our Preschool Story Hour has expanded to Bunker Hall (on the ALU campus in the cafeteria annex) every Wednesday,” said Desmond. The free weekly session was previously held in a small, cramped room at the library and moved about a month ago.

“We just outgrew the space and it was often hard to squeeze everyone and baby strollers into the room. At the new site, we can fit as many as 100 but our ideal number would be 30.”

The time – 10:30-11:30 a.m. is unchanged for the program that also features crafts for children.

Desmond noted FMWR recently purchased about $20,000 worth of new books, CDs, computer games and more. “We have the latest and most popular computer games in all the new formats.”

The library has a collection of about 10,000 fiction and non-fiction books, audio-visual materials, periodicals and more.

“We are not terribly large, but we are a good library. I really love military libraries. You get a diverse set of questions asked to you by your clientele. We are a little public library, a little academic library and a little military mission-specific library,” she said Its mission, Desmond said, is to help people find what they are looking for whether it’s a book, some information or something else. “You get to know a lot of

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Senior leaders: budget cuts may jeopardize family readiness Elizabeth M. Collins Soldiers Magazine Ray Kozakewicz

Kelly Desmond, the new supervisory librarian at the FMWR Fort Lee Community Library, has some ambitious plans including computer classes and more Tuesday night programs and activities.

people on the post. People call the library looking for everything from the phone number for the community center to information on the area. And we get to make new friends in the process on the post too.”

The library hours will change beginning Nov. 2 and it will be open until 7 p.m. on Tuesday nights. The operating hours will be 8 a.m. - 5 p.m., Monday and Wednesday-Friday; and 8 a.m. - 7 p.m. Tuesday; and noon - 5 p.m. on Saturday.

Desmond has some ambitious plans for the future including offering computer classes and more Tuesday night programs such as one with a dietitian.

“We are trying to organize a large-scale program with a dietitian for January. We know in January everyone is recovering from the holidays, and this would be a good time,” said Desmond.

In looking at computer classes,

she believes many would find these educational and helpful.

“Not everyone knows Microsoft and other programs,” she said.

FMWR recently acquired six computers that can be used in the classes, she said.

“If you ask us for something, we will figure out a way to get it.

We get very interesting reference questions,” she said. “It makes the day fun. You never know what questions will come in next.”

Desmond said she’s looking forward to the upcoming Halloween Spooky Story Hour Oct. 29 at the library. “We have 10 different story tellers lined up and hope to get a good crowd.”

One activity here is new to her – the Read 2 Rover program – that recently returned to the library. It promotes childhood literacy thru the use of therapy dogs. “I had heard much about it and was pleased to see it firsthand recently.”

The free Read 2 Rover activity will continue on the third Tuesday of each month, starting at 5 p.m.

She personally likes all kinds of books from mysteries to romance novels. “I tell people to read something. I don’t really care what it may be. It will help you in life.”

Desmond said she enjoys taking part in other activities on the post and at the same time getting the word out about the library. “I feel connected working on the post, and I want more people to know about us, where we are at ALU and stop by to see what we have. “One of my first stops when I moved here was the library.”

The new library leader noted, “We are small and good, but we’re going to be great.”

For more information about the Fort Lee Community Library, call (804) 765-8095.

WASHINGTON – Caring for the health, happiness and well-being of Army Families is not only a moral obligation, it’s a readiness issue. And it’s one that is being threatened by budget cuts, senior Army leaders told family members during a forum at the Association of the United States Army annual meeting Oct. 12.

The Army can’t expect Soldiers to undertake dangerous and vitally important missions if they have to worry about their Families, explained outgoing Army Secretary John M. McHugh.

“Army Family programs do just that: They provide something else for Soldiers to focus on: namely the mission and being safe,” he said. “They can rest assured that back home the Army is doing its part to keep their family members safe and secure.”

“If you take care of your people, your people will take care of the mission. I’m committed to that,” said new Army Chief of Staff Gen. Mark A. Milley. “It’s all about readiness because our Soldiers, when they go overseas and are in harm’s way, they want to focus on their jobs and destroy our enemies. For us to do that, our Soldiers have got to know their children are in good schools and their families are in good houses – that they’ve got good medical care.”

McHugh noted even as the Army budget has declined, funding for family programs has remained consistent at $1.2 billion over the last four years. It’s actually up from about $700 million six years ago.

“We spend more time and effort than any other military on this planet making sure we take care of our Soldiers and their families,” Sgt. Maj. of the Army Daniel A. Dailey said.

“That’s why they fight. We can’t forget that.”

However, the next wave of budget cuts under sequestration, which is scheduled to begin in January, would be “devastating,” McHugh said.

The Army is already doing more with less, and has taken on new and unexpected missions recently, from maintaining a presence in Eastern Europe to fighting the Islamic State of Iraq and the Levant, or ISIL. Another round of cuts will hurt readiness at all levels. “I don’t want to break the force, but,” McHugh said, “that next challenge that as we’ve seen has come up so rapidly in recent months, will place this Army, and ... the nation, in a very, very dangerous place.”

As a result, if sequestration goes through, they are going to have to make some very painful choices when it comes to family programs. Even popular, effective programs like the Chaplain Corps’ Strong Bonds could be in jeopardy.

“We want to sustain it. We want to continue it ... but it goes back to the question of seques-

tration and the continuing resolution,” Milley said. “We are now about to, if we continue down the path we’re on, start cutting into readiness. That will be readiness of not only training and manning and equipping forces, but it also will be family readiness, which is fundamental to the readiness of the force. Programs will end up either being cut completely or will be prioritized to the point they’ll be funded at much lower rates than they are right now.”

Family members can help, Army leaders said.

One of the most important things families can do is let leaders know what programs are their favorites and are most beneficial. In that way, budget cuts won’t happen in a vacuum. Army leadership would much rather cut ineffective or redundant programs, Dailey said. In addition, what works at one installation or in one command may not work at another, so leaders have given local commanders a lot of leeway.

“That’s what our new family program is about,” Dailey said, “tailoring mission and needs with regards to the installation and the environment that exists at the installation. But we need to be informed on that.”

Audience member and Army wife Celeste Nelson of Fort Bragg, N.C., said she trusts leaders will make the right choices: “I believe they really truly do have the families in mind when they are looking at

the programs and understanding what is going to be the most beneficial to all of us across the board and understanding the needs of the families.”

Milley also encourages family members to contact their congressmen and other representatives and make sure they understand how sequestration will impact Soldiers and families.

One other question raised in the forum is less about funding and more about cooperation. That issue concerns education.

Education is a huge concern for Army parents, said Milley, explaining that with 300,000 Army kids in school, it’s “fundamental” to readiness.

With that in mind, the military has made huge strides with the Interstate Compact on Educational Opportunity for Military Children, and now has agreements in place with all 50 states as far as what credits and even varsity sports requirements transfer from one state to another.

They’re still working on obtaining instate college tuition for dependents nationwide, McHugh said.

Milley added that although these agreements aren’t legally binding, if something isn’t working, local leaders will meet with local officials to try to work out any differences. And if they can’t, Milley said, those leaders should let his office know.

The general told family members he has no problem calling Congressmen, senators and governors to fix the problem.

One of the benefits of his new job is now they take his phone calls, he said.

“I pledge to you I will fight for you, and I will fight every inch of the way,” Milley told families.

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Army Secretary John M. McHugh, Army Chief of Staff Gen. Mark A. Milley and Sgt. Maj. of the Army Daniel A. Dailey discuss the importance of family programs for readiness during a family forum at the Association of the United States Army annual meeting in Washington, Oct. 12.

Kelly Desmond has spent more than a decade sharing her love of reading with military families Ray Kozakewicz Production Assistant

Her love of the Laura Ingalls Wilder “Little House on the Prairie” series of children’s novels has remained strong since childhood growing up in Rochester, N. Y. “Her books clicked for me,” said Kelly Desmond, the new supervisory librarian at the Family and MWR Fort Lee Community Library. “She is my favorite author of all time.”

In her new position at Fort Lee since August, Desmond has brought with her 30 years of military, college and public library experience, primarily in the Air Force. These include civilian assignments at Barksdale AFB, Bossier City, La.; Spangdahlem AB, Spangdahlem, Germany; Hurlburt Field, Okaloosa, Fla., and most recently, Kaiserslautern, Germany. In each of the libraries, she served either as library director or supervisory director and even as a translator and tour guide.

She said, “This is my first Army library and there has been some new terminology to learn. I have a great staff of enthusiastic people to help me.”

The employees include Kate Eminhizer, Linda Flock, Diane Hill and Karen Smallwood.

There also is an open position she plans to fill.

She praised the programs at the community library, which is located on the 2nd Floor of the

Army Logistics University.

“We are pleased our Preschool Story Hour has expanded to Bunker Hall (on the ALU campus in the cafeteria annex) every Wednesday,” said Desmond. The free weekly session was previously held in a small, cramped room at the library and moved about a month ago.

“We just outgrew the space and it was often hard to squeeze everyone and baby strollers into the room. At the new site, we can fit as many as 100 but our ideal number would be 30.”

The time – 10:30-11:30 a.m. is unchanged for the program that also features crafts for children.

Desmond noted FMWR recently purchased about $20,000 worth of new books, CDs, computer games and more. “We have the latest and most popular computer games in all the new formats.”

The library has a collection of about 10,000 fiction and non-fiction books, audio-visual materials, periodicals and more.

“We are not terribly large, but we are a good library. I really love military libraries. You get a diverse set of questions asked to you by your clientele. We are a little public library, a little academic library and a little military mission-specific library,” she said Its mission, Desmond said, is to help people find what they are looking for whether it’s a book, some information or something else. “You get to know a lot of

Elizabeth Collins

Senior leaders: budget cuts may jeopardize family readiness Elizabeth M. Collins Soldiers Magazine Ray Kozakewicz

Kelly Desmond, the new supervisory librarian at the FMWR Fort Lee Community Library, has some ambitious plans including computer classes and more Tuesday night programs and activities.

people on the post. People call the library looking for everything from the phone number for the community center to information on the area. And we get to make new friends in the process on the post too.”

The library hours will change beginning Nov. 2 and it will be open until 7 p.m. on Tuesday nights. The operating hours will be 8 a.m. - 5 p.m., Monday and Wednesday-Friday; and 8 a.m. - 7 p.m. Tuesday; and noon - 5 p.m. on Saturday.

Desmond has some ambitious plans for the future including offering computer classes and more Tuesday night programs such as one with a dietitian.

“We are trying to organize a large-scale program with a dietitian for January. We know in January everyone is recovering from the holidays, and this would be a good time,” said Desmond.

In looking at computer classes,

she believes many would find these educational and helpful.

“Not everyone knows Microsoft and other programs,” she said.

FMWR recently acquired six computers that can be used in the classes, she said.

“If you ask us for something, we will figure out a way to get it.

We get very interesting reference questions,” she said. “It makes the day fun. You never know what questions will come in next.”

Desmond said she’s looking forward to the upcoming Halloween Spooky Story Hour Oct. 29 at the library. “We have 10 different story tellers lined up and hope to get a good crowd.”

One activity here is new to her – the Read 2 Rover program – that recently returned to the library. It promotes childhood literacy thru the use of therapy dogs. “I had heard much about it and was pleased to see it firsthand recently.”

The free Read 2 Rover activity will continue on the third Tuesday of each month, starting at 5 p.m.

She personally likes all kinds of books from mysteries to romance novels. “I tell people to read something. I don’t really care what it may be. It will help you in life.”

Desmond said she enjoys taking part in other activities on the post and at the same time getting the word out about the library. “I feel connected working on the post, and I want more people to know about us, where we are at ALU and stop by to see what we have. “One of my first stops when I moved here was the library.”

The new library leader noted, “We are small and good, but we’re going to be great.”

For more information about the Fort Lee Community Library, call (804) 765-8095.

WASHINGTON – Caring for the health, happiness and well-being of Army Families is not only a moral obligation, it’s a readiness issue. And it’s one that is being threatened by budget cuts, senior Army leaders told family members during a forum at the Association of the United States Army annual meeting Oct. 12.

The Army can’t expect Soldiers to undertake dangerous and vitally important missions if they have to worry about their Families, explained outgoing Army Secretary John M. McHugh.

“Army Family programs do just that: They provide something else for Soldiers to focus on: namely the mission and being safe,” he said. “They can rest assured that back home the Army is doing its part to keep their family members safe and secure.”

“If you take care of your people, your people will take care of the mission. I’m committed to that,” said new Army Chief of Staff Gen. Mark A. Milley. “It’s all about readiness because our Soldiers, when they go overseas and are in harm’s way, they want to focus on their jobs and destroy our enemies. For us to do that, our Soldiers have got to know their children are in good schools and their families are in good houses – that they’ve got good medical care.”

McHugh noted even as the Army budget has declined, funding for family programs has remained consistent at $1.2 billion over the last four years. It’s actually up from about $700 million six years ago.

“We spend more time and effort than any other military on this planet making sure we take care of our Soldiers and their families,” Sgt. Maj. of the Army Daniel A. Dailey said.

“That’s why they fight. We can’t forget that.”

However, the next wave of budget cuts under sequestration, which is scheduled to begin in January, would be “devastating,” McHugh said.

The Army is already doing more with less, and has taken on new and unexpected missions recently, from maintaining a presence in Eastern Europe to fighting the Islamic State of Iraq and the Levant, or ISIL. Another round of cuts will hurt readiness at all levels. “I don’t want to break the force, but,” McHugh said, “that next challenge that as we’ve seen has come up so rapidly in recent months, will place this Army, and ... the nation, in a very, very dangerous place.”

As a result, if sequestration goes through, they are going to have to make some very painful choices when it comes to family programs. Even popular, effective programs like the Chaplain Corps’ Strong Bonds could be in jeopardy.

“We want to sustain it. We want to continue it ... but it goes back to the question of seques-

tration and the continuing resolution,” Milley said. “We are now about to, if we continue down the path we’re on, start cutting into readiness. That will be readiness of not only training and manning and equipping forces, but it also will be family readiness, which is fundamental to the readiness of the force. Programs will end up either being cut completely or will be prioritized to the point they’ll be funded at much lower rates than they are right now.”

Family members can help, Army leaders said.

One of the most important things families can do is let leaders know what programs are their favorites and are most beneficial. In that way, budget cuts won’t happen in a vacuum. Army leadership would much rather cut ineffective or redundant programs, Dailey said. In addition, what works at one installation or in one command may not work at another, so leaders have given local commanders a lot of leeway.

“That’s what our new family program is about,” Dailey said, “tailoring mission and needs with regards to the installation and the environment that exists at the installation. But we need to be informed on that.”

Audience member and Army wife Celeste Nelson of Fort Bragg, N.C., said she trusts leaders will make the right choices: “I believe they really truly do have the families in mind when they are looking at

the programs and understanding what is going to be the most beneficial to all of us across the board and understanding the needs of the families.”

Milley also encourages family members to contact their congressmen and other representatives and make sure they understand how sequestration will impact Soldiers and families.

One other question raised in the forum is less about funding and more about cooperation. That issue concerns education.

Education is a huge concern for Army parents, said Milley, explaining that with 300,000 Army kids in school, it’s “fundamental” to readiness.

With that in mind, the military has made huge strides with the Interstate Compact on Educational Opportunity for Military Children, and now has agreements in place with all 50 states as far as what credits and even varsity sports requirements transfer from one state to another.

They’re still working on obtaining instate college tuition for dependents nationwide, McHugh said.

Milley added that although these agreements aren’t legally binding, if something isn’t working, local leaders will meet with local officials to try to work out any differences. And if they can’t, Milley said, those leaders should let his office know.

The general told family members he has no problem calling Congressmen, senators and governors to fix the problem.

One of the benefits of his new job is now they take his phone calls, he said.

“I pledge to you I will fight for you, and I will fight every inch of the way,” Milley told families.

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New course begins for E-7s as part of education overhaul Gary Sheftick Army News Service

WASHINGTON – A new pilot course for senior noncommissioned officers began this week as part of a revamping of the Army’s enlisted education and professional development program.

“As you may or may not know, the Master Leader Course is now official,” said Command Sgt. Maj. David S. Davenport Sr., U.S. Army Training and Doctrine Command, speaking during an Oct. 14 forum at the Association of the United States Army Annual Meeting and Exposition.

The first pilot of the course for sergeants first class is being taught on Fort Bliss, Texas. It will eventually be required for promotion to master sergeant and is part of a renewed emphasis across the Army on NCO education.

According to Davenport, there’s a push to eliminate the current backlog of more than 14,000 NCOs, who are waiting to complete their required professional military education. “Deferments are causing

a huge disruption,” he noted.

In the future, instead of just saying an NCO can’t go to school due to an operational conflict, commanders will need to identify when that individual will be available for the required training. Beginning next year, PME requirements for promotion will no longer be waived for NCOs, Davenport said.

Enforcing education requirements comes as a widening of STEP, which stands for selection, training, education and promotion. It was first used to require master sergeants and first sergeants to attend the Sergeants Major Academy, or USASMA, to get promoted and now it’s expanding to all NCO ranks.

“It’s simple, but everyone must understand the rules,” Davenport said. “You will not be promoted until you attend the appropriate level of PME.” Other upcoming changes include: • Establishing the NCO Professional Development System (per HQDA EXORD 235-15) • Renaming of the Warrior

Leader Course to Basic Leader Course • Using a digital job book that documents all training for Soldiers as part of the Digital Training Management System • Redesign of USASMA • Establishment of the Institution for NCO Professional Development, or INCOPOD • Development of an Executive Leader Course for command sergeants major • Publicizing more broadening opportunities for NCOs • Providing a “digital rucksack” to students that includes course materials, apps and technical manuals • Requiring Army Service School Academic Reports, or DA 1059s, to include date of a Soldier’s last physical fitness test, along with a height and weight statement The effective date of the last change and others may be determined by a proponency conference taking place this week, Davenport said.

The changes will be “revolutionary,” not just “evolutionary” like past adjustments to NCO

Flu vaccine available at KAHC Tereasa Wade KAHC Public Affairs Officer

After a bit of a delay, the 2015 influenza vaccine is now available to all enrolled beneficiaries at Kenner Army Health Clinic.

The flu campaign began a little late this year, said Capt. Leonna Ameduite, the officer in charge of the mission.

“In the early days of the flu season, there was a nationwide shortage of vaccines available,” he noted. “Our mission is to complete a Department of Defense directive requiring 90 percent of active duty personnel be immunized by Dec. 15 and to provide family members and DOD Civilians with protection against the flu virus as quickly as we can.”

The campaign to vaccinate the active duty population is well underway, Ameduite said.

“We’ve been working with units on Fort Lee and began vaccinating the advanced individual training and permanent party populations earlier this month,” she said.

“We’ll continue to provide on-site flu clinics into November for our active duty people and offer a make-up day Nov. 13 for individuals who could not make their unit’s flu clinic.”

Ameduite emphasized active duty military should not get their vaccines from local pharmacies, community health fairs or the like. In order for the military member’s medical readiness to be documented correctly, they should only get their vaccina-

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Command Sgt. Maj. David S. Davenport Sr., Training and Doctrine Command, speaks about changes to noncommissioned officer education and professional development during an Oct. 14 forum at the Association of the United States Army Annual Meeting and Exposition in Washington, D.C.

professional development, said Davenport and retired Sgt. Maj. of the Army Kenneth Preston, who served as moderator for the panel discussion.

“Noncommissioned officers and their Soldiers must be ready to perform (their) missions in an increasingly complex world in which they find themselves today,” Preston said.

“This is an opportunity for the NCO corps to take charge of (the Noncommissioned Officer Education System); of how we educate our noncommissioned officers,” said retired Command Sgt.

tions through the Kenner immunization program.

The flu season usually begins in early October and runs through late May, Ameduite said. Health care providers recommend an annual immunization to build up with body’s defenses against the viruses that change yearly.

“Individuals at greater risk for getting the flu should make getting the vaccine a high priority,” she said. “They include children aged six months to 18 years, adults over 50 years old, pregnant women and people with weakened immune systems due to chronic illnesses.”

The Family Medicine Clinic offers flu shots to adult beneficiaries and is open for walk-ins Monday-Friday, 7:15-11:30 a.m. and 1-3 p.m. No vaccinations are given in the FMC after 11:30 a.m. on the first Thursday of each month.

Maj. John D. Sparks, who is now director of TRADOC’s Institute for Professional Development.

“You’ve got to own NCOES,” Sparks told NCOs in attendance at the AUSA forum.

“Training is the fulcrum for manning and equipping,” said Command Sgt. Maj. Scott Schroeder of U.S. Army Forces Command.

More guidance on NCO professional development is expected in December, Davenport said, with a third fragmentary order to be released in the spring.

The walk-in immunization hours at the Wilkerson Pediatric Clinic are Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, and Friday, 7:30-11 a.m. and 1:15-3:15 p.m., and Thursday, 7:30-11 a.m. only.

DoD Civilians can get their immunizations on Wednesdays, 9-11 a.m., beginning Oct. 21. A valid common access card is required. Vaccinations will be given in the Preventive Medicine Classroom on the second floor of Kenner.

The clinic staff also will offer two late evening flu clinics Oct. 27 and 29 until 7 p.m. for both pediatric patients in the Wilkerson Pediatric Clinic and family members in the Family Medicine Clinic.

Beneficiaries not enrolled at Kenner should speak with their primary care managers about where to obtain their yearly vaccine.

For more details, call (804) 734-9891.

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Commissary shoppers to benefit SHW RI WKH ZHHN from near-future Wi-Fi upgrades Kevin L. Robinson DeCA public affairs specialist

The last phase of the Defense Commissary Agency’s in-store Wi-Fi rollout project began this week with the agency opening Internet access for patrons at its remaining 109 stores.

Since Feb. 6, patron Wi-Fi has been deployed to 131 stateside locations and Puerto Rico.

This final step “closes the loop” on the agency’s Wi-Fi deployment, said Duane Woodfin, an information technology specialist and wireless expert at DeCA headquarters.

“We’re proud to bring this customer service to patrons at all our stores so those with smartphones and tablets can use WiFi to expand their commissary benefit,” Woodfin said. “We live

in a world where customers have technology at their fingertips, giving them access to information and services that can save them money while they shop.”

In-store Wi-Fi allows patrons to use their smartphones and tablets to access the Internet and websites such as www. commissaries.com, where they can download digital coupons for the Commissary Rewards Card, see the current DeCA sales flyer and view promotional prices from the “Savings Aisle.”

Here are some things to know about access to a commissary’s Wi-Fi connection: • Anyone can access the store’s Wi-Fi from the sales floor area.

• Users must accept DeCA’s “terms of service” agreement.

• Some websites are blocked.

• Patrons with questions about access should contact the store’s customer service representative.

The Wi-Fi deployment coincides with the agency’s regularly scheduled technical refresh of commissaries that don’t have the system requirements to support Wi-Fi access. The previous rollouts involved stores whose systems had already been upgraded.

The following stores in the Virginia will receive the Wi-Fi upgrade on the dates listed: • Feb. 1 – Little Creek Commissary, Joint Base Little Creek-Fort Story, and Fort Eustis Commissary at Joint Base Langley-Eustis; • April 4 – Fort Lee For a complete list of stores scheduled for the Wi-Fi upgrade, visit the commissary website.

CWF AWARDS | Six recipients are

chosen twice yearly in March, December Continued from Page 6 Humanity home building and repair projects.

• Gerald Fluellen, Network Enterprise CenterLee – Performs beautification and safety projects at this worksite and contributes to team-building activities.

• Susan Loden, Fort Lee garrison – Started the American Red Cross Youth Leadership Program; serves as a Boy Scout troop leader; holds multiple volunteer positions such as executive board member for the Tri-Cities Habitat for Humanity and recording secretary for the Fort Lee Area Spouse’s Club.

• Cindy Robinson, Defense Contract Management Agency –

Teams up with her therapy dog Sadie for regular visits to the Veteran Affairs Medical Center in Richmond, assisted living facilities in the local area and youth programs for special needs children.

The Outstanding Civilian Service Awards program is the CWF’s response to a 2014 survey of post employees in which the No. 1 request was more recognition for noteworthy achievements. The award honors DOD Civilians, nominated by their peers, who go above and beyond in their work on Fort Lee, and through volunteerism and charitable work within their communities.

Six recipients are chosen twice a year, in March and October.

The March 2016 award program will kick off with an email calling for submissions from CWF in mid-December.

Primary agency representatives for CWF should forward the information to all DOD Civilians in their respective organizations.

Those with questions can contact their agency representative or send an email to caroline.williams@ deca.mil. Additional CWF information, to include a list of agency representatives and all means of support provided to the Fort Lee civilian workforce, can be found at www.leemwr. com/cwf.

(Editor’s note: A photo of Gerald Fluellen was not provided before press time.)

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“The business of changing lifestyles takes a communitywide approach.” (Dr. Jonathan Woodson, Assistant Secretary of Defense Health Affairs) In 2013, Dr. Woodson said it is important for the Military Health System to grow beyond being a health provider to becoming a good health promoter.

Toward that goal, Kenner Army Health Clinic began embedding the Army Performance Triad – sleep, activity and nutrition – into all health promotion programs and initiatives as early as September 2013. Military treatment facility leaders anticipated that the pilot projects were a preview of what would become a model for promoting health throughout the Military Health System.

Although the importance of the Triad pillars is not new information, raising awareness about the inter-relatedness of these three components in maintaining optimal health and body functioning provides an opportunity to shift the focus for patients and

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The challenge becomes how to put a new slant on information and make recommendations that may sometimes be viewed as impractical if not impossible.

After all, who gets eight hours of sleep these days?

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Activity – One of the most important actions individuals can take to improve their overall health is to increase daily physical activity.

Everyone benefits regardless of age or gender. Not only does regular physical activity reduce the risk of developing many chronic and debilitating conditions and diseases, it improves health outcomes in almost every category. Remember, some physical activity is better than none and moderate activity is even better.

With just 150 minutes (2 hours and 30 minutes) of moderate-intensity physical activity each week, most people begin to feel the benefits. You don’t have to be a runner; brisk walking counts as moderate-intensity exercise also.

Nutrition – Proper nutrition is key to reducing stress and sleeping better.

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Parents seeking a fun family outing with their youngsters should check out the Virginia Repertory Children’s Theatre at Willow Lawn in Henrico County.

Youth and adults are sure to have a good magical time with a live children’s show filled with laughter and excitement.

For kids who have never experienced live theater, this first-time experience will be one they’ll never forget.

Children 6 years and older will surely appreciate “The House at Pooh Corner.” This fall, they can spend time with Winniethe-Pooh, Piglet, Tigger and tut-tut, let’s not forget Christopher Robin. What an enjoyable and heartwarming production.

One audience member, visiting from Washington, D.C., said, “I really enjoyed the show and they had a fantastic cast. It really kept the kids interested and excited. I will definitely come back.”

“The House at Pooh’s Corner” showings run thru Nov. 15. Each presentation lasts about an hour, and it’s a perfect setting for kid’s entertainment.

They will enjoy the bright lights, costumes and music and will have fun interacting with the characters.

However, it is encouraged to not bring children under 6 could age because they could easily become unsettled during the performance.

Children, ages 5 and up, also will enjoy the many sights and sounds of Margery Williams’ “The Velveteen Rabbit,” which tells the tale of a group of adorable toys that discover the true meaning of love.

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Henrico company offers children, parents wide range of works It explores the bond between a little boy and his favorite toy bunny.

An audience member attending from Georgia, said, “The show was very enjoyable and every seat in the venue is close to the stage and all the action. The actors graciously signed autographs and posed for pictures afterward. I highly recommend this for kids.”

This is an enjoyable winter production at the Children’s Theatre that will bring lots of memories children will cherish. Families have many opportunities to catch this show because “The Velveteen Rabbit” runs Dec. 1 - Jan. 3.

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as well. The beautifully renovated Sara Belle and Neil November Theatre on West Broad Street has 350 orchestra and 250 balcony seats and will give everyone the old theatre feel of grandeur.

It has a comfortable

seating arrangement for viewing and free valet parking. If people want dinner and a show, they’ll find many great restaurants in the vicinity as well.

Other upcoming performances include Tony Award-winner and

Broadway hit, “Peter and the Starcatcher,” a wonderful story of a young boy who experiences an inventive world filled with adventure and romance.

“Entertainment Weekly” calls it “Absurdly funny.”

This showing is for all ages and it runs thru Oct. 25. Theater goers should try to arrive 15-30 minutes before curtain time to be able to locate their seats in ample time before the opening curtain.

Perhaps adults would also enjoy, “Gypsy.” This story of Gypsy Rose Lee is about a mother who attempts to live her life through the lives of her daughters. This show runs until Jan. 10.

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(LEFT)The Virginia Repertory Theatre’s Audra Honaker performs in “Charlotte’s Web.” (BELOW) Brent Gallahan and Trent Williams prance around the stage in “Goodnight Moon.”

discount off admission and veterans get a $5 discount. The tickets to the Children’s Theatre range from $16-$20. This makes it very affordable for military families to enjoy a night out at the theatre.

Discount tickets are limited to 4 per military family. For more details, visit http://va-rep.org/military.

The Virginia Repertory Theater has a wonderful program for underprivileged families called “Tickets for Kid” that helps provide free admission to underserved families. For details go to its website at http://va-rep. org/t4k.html.

Come and bring the whole family and enjoy a night out at the theater. Sit back, relax and enjoy the show!

For a complete list of performances and pricing, visit http://tickets.va-rep. org or contact the box office at (804) 282-2620; administrative office at (804) 783-1688; or email contact@virginiarep.org.

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QM AWARDS | Students get support

from foundationâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Henry Scholarships Continued from page 7 and mother of two, said the GI Bill funds most of her college expenses but the gap left her with the critical decision to either work and attend school while raising her family, or drop out, something sheâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s done twice before. The Henry Scholarship helped her to stay the course. â&#x20AC;&#x153;At my age, I feel this is my last opportunity,â&#x20AC;? said the return recipient. â&#x20AC;&#x153;I want to inspire my children to attend college, well before they hit my age.â&#x20AC;?

Stockellburgâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s decision has paid dividends. Sheâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s less than a year from graduation, and her efforts inspired her son to enroll at Richard Bland College. â&#x20AC;&#x153;I donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t know if I can ever pay back the Quartermaster Foundation for what itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s done,â&#x20AC;? she said, â&#x20AC;&#x153;but I do believe in what General Henry said about â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;paying it forward.â&#x20AC;&#x2122;â&#x20AC;?

Part of the scholarship fundâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s legacy is to extend a helping hand to â&#x20AC;&#x153;others in need,â&#x20AC;? said Henry to recipients prior to the formal presentations.

The 18-year-old Hilliard,

whose grandfather, father and stepfather served in the armed forces, didnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t have much to say about her award but did comment on the â&#x20AC;&#x153;amazing thingsâ&#x20AC;? the scholarships have done for people needing a little help. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Iâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;m thankful,â&#x20AC;? said the Prince George County resident and Surry High School graduate, adding the award would allow her to continue her first-year studies in the field of veterinary medicine at the College of William and Mary.

Kerri Gerke, Hilliardâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s mother, provided a more complete view of her daughterâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s character. She said when her husband was incarcerated three years ago, she struggled to support the family with the part-time job she held. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Caysee stepped up, helped with her younger siblings, got a part-time job so she could provide for her own wants and needs,â&#x20AC;? said Gerke. â&#x20AC;&#x153;She has been through multiple moves, multiple traumas and she just continues to overcome.

You donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t see the impact this has had on her life.â&#x20AC;?

Gerke said her daughter has witnessed the family be-

ing â&#x20AC;&#x153;rebuiltâ&#x20AC;? several times after domestic issues threatened to tear it apart, â&#x20AC;&#x153;so she has seen resiliency in place and took it upon herself to instill that in her person.â&#x20AC;?

Hilliard could have just as well been negatively impacted by her childhood experiences, said Gerke, but her psyche pushed her to make something good of it. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Internally, thereâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s a piece of her who just wants to help and make it better for others,â&#x20AC;? she said.

Gerke is a family resource specialist for the Virginia Veteran Family Support Program, Virginia Department of Veteran Services. She coordinates wounded warrior applications for the Henry Scholarships.

Theus, a wounded warrior working at the QM Museum, is undergoing a medical review board. The petroleum supply specialist is in his final year of schooling at the American Public University.

Stockellburg, Hilliard and Theus were on hand to receive their awards. The others were not available due to prior obligations.

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This new off-leash area is dedicated to the joy of dogs. The free event will include prizes and more.

For details, call (804) 895-2528.

FMWR Oktoberfest | Oct. 24 A Fort Lee Oktoberfest celebration is set for Oct. 24, 5-10 p.m., at the Lee Club.

The event will include performances by The Original Elbe-Musikanten German Band and authentic German dances by the Hirschjager Dancers.

German food and beer and a KidZone will be available. The entry cost is $6 for adults and free for children under 12. Tickets can be purchased at Leisure Travel Services (located in the Warrior Zone, building 3650, C Avenue) or at the door.

For details, call (804) 734-6008.

FMWR Halloween Spooky Story Hour | Oct. 29 A free Halloween Story Hour for children, hosted by the Family and MWR Fort Lee Community Library, is set for Oct. 29, 5-6 p.m., at the library on the 2nd floor of the Army Logistics University.

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The Army Logistics University will host an open house Nov. 6, 6 p.m., in the multi-purpose rooms of Heiser Hall, 2401 Quarters Road.

The event will provide community members an opportunity to visit ALU, meet with the staff and faculty, and receive an overview of the ALU mission and departments.

A movie on the lawn will be shown 7:30-9 p.m. No RSVP is required.

For details, call (804) 765-8123.

The Fort Lee MEPS will offer a Mansion of Mayhem haunted house and X-ray services for Halloween candy Oct. 31 beginning at 5 p.m., at the corner of Mahone and A avenues.

The free event will include ghoulish treats, mummy cakes, a witches brew and more.

FMWR Halloween Bash at HideAway | Oct. 31 Community members can dress in their scariest, most ravishing or funniest costume and come to the FMWR Halloween Bash and Costume Party Oct. 31, 6 p.m. - 2 a.m., at the HideAway.

The event will include music, door prizes, managerâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s drink specials and more. There is no cover charge.

For details, call (804) 765-1539.

Chapel Dinner and Discipleship | Every Wednesday Night 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.

555th PIA Meeting | Nov. 4 The Jessie J. Mayes Tri-Cities Chapter of the 555th Parachute Infantry Association, Inc., will conduct its monthly meeting Nov. 4, 6 p.m., at the Piccadilly Restaurant, South Park Mall, Colonial Heights.

Prior airborne experience is not a prerequisite for membership or attending.

For details, call (804) 861-0945.

â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;Hello Dollyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; Opens at Lee Theater | Nov. 6 A Theater Company at Fort Lee production of â&#x20AC;&#x153;Hello, Dolly!â&#x20AC;? opens Nov. 6, 8 p.m., for a three-weekend run at the post theater, building 4300, Mahone Avenue.

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Calendar, continued Lee Health BeneďŹ ts Fair | Nov. 10 The 2015 Federal Employees Health Benefits Open Season will run from Nov. 9 - Dec. 14.

The Fort Lee Civilian Personnel Advisory Center will host the annual Federal Employees Health Benefits Fair Nov. 10, 10 a.m. - 2 p.m. at Liberty Chapel. For resources, frequently asked questions, and a diagram of benefit coverage, visit www.opm.gov/retirementservices/publications-forms/benefitsadministration-letters/. For details on the new Self Plus One enrollment type, visit https://www.opm.gov/retirementservices/publications-forms/benefitsadministration-letters/2015/15-205.pdf.

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ACS Financial Readiness Class | Nov. 9 The Army Community Service Financial Readiness Program will hold a free class â&#x20AC;&#x153;Car Buying Strategies: Getting the Best Deal on Wheels Nov. 9, 1-3 p.m., at ACS, building 9023, Mahone Ave. The class is open to the Fort Lee Community.

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YOUTH FMWR Youth Fall Festival | Nov. 7 The Fort Lee Youth Fall Festival is set for Nov. 7, 10 a.m. - 1 p.m., at the Clark Fitness Center.

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Admission is open to the public.

For details, call (804) 734-6008.

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Register at www.chesterfieldhistory.com.

Great Pumpkin Palooza | Oct. 24 A family fall festival sponsored by the Innsbrook Foundation and the American Cancer Society is set for Oct. 24, 10 a.m.4 p.m., at the Innsbrook North Shore Commons lawn, 4951 Lake Brook Drive, Glen Allen in Henrico County.

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ACROSS 1. Name on the logo of the oldest basketball shoe (two SPORTS & FITNESS words) Drag Racing in 5. The nickname for the Armyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s FMWR Winner For Life | Richmond | Oct. 23-24 old-school patented leather Ongoing The Professional Drag Racers Family and MWR is offering a free Association World Finals will be held dress shoes fitness program â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Winner for Life â&#x20AC;&#x201C; that Oct. 23-24 at the Virginia Motorsports 7. The original boat shoe (three focuses on improving physical bodies, Park, 8018 Boydton Plank Road, North words) health knowledge and connecting par- Dinwiddie.

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Honor Guard wear them ... tending FMWR fitness classes, workPowhatan Festival of shops and more. and so did Fred Astaire in the A Wellness Workshop is set for Oct. the Grape | Oct. 24 movies A family festival featuring tastings 27, 5:30-6:30 p.m., in the CrossFit Room at the Post Field House. It is open to ac- from 30 Virginia wineries and food is set 11. The Jackson Five and Kiss tive duty and retired military and family for Oct. 24, 11 a.m. - 6 p.m., Powhatan had few things in common, but members, DOD Civilians and FMWR Historic Courthouse Square, 3880 Old they all wore these on stage Buckingham Road. employees.

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13. Worn by early Native Americans 14. The name given to menâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s dress shoes using a popular perforated design 15. A variation of these are worn with pajamas, but the fictional character Dorothy didnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t DOWN 2. The name for menâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s dress shoes featuring v-shaped uppers and laces 3. An old-school name for rain boots 4. A womenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s high-heeled, slipon dress shoe 6. Those in older generations would slip coins in its upper slits (two words) 9. Worn at the beach and in the water (two words) For this weekâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s answers, visit www.ftleetraveller.com/ community_life/puzzle/.

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