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Nick Simeone, active duty soldiers from the American Forces Press Service current size of 520,000, while ensuring the force remains well Defense Secretary Chuck Ha- trained and equipped. gel has proposed cuts in military The cuts assume the United spending that include further States no longer becomes in- reductions in troop strength and volved in large, prolonged sta- force structure in every military bility operations overseas on the service in the coming year as part scale of Iraq and Afghanistan. of an effort to prioritize U.S. stra- “An Army of this size is larger tegic interests in the face of re- than required to meet the de- duced resources after more than mands of our defense strategy,” a decade of war. Hagel said. “It is also larger than At a Pentagon news confer- we can afford to modernize and ence today detailing President keep ready.” But he said the Barack Obama’s proposed Pen- smaller force still would be capa- tagon budget for fiscal year 2015, ble of decisively defeating aggres- Hagel called the reductions -- in- sion in one major war “while also cluding shrinking the Army to its defending the homeland and sup- smallest size since before World porting air and naval forces en- War II and eliminating an entire gaged in another theater against fleet of Air Force fighter planes an adversary.” -- “difficult choices” that will The budget request calls for change defense institutions for special operations forces to grow years to come, but designed to by nearly 4,000 personnel, bring- leave the military capable of ful- ing the total to 69,700, a reflec- filling U.S. defense strategy and tion of the asymmetrical threats Defense Secretary Chuck Hagel briefs reporters on his recommendations to President Barack defending the homeland against the nation is likely to face in the Obama for the fiscal year 2015 budget at the Pentagon Feb. 24. (Photo by Sgt. Aaron Hostutler) strategic threats. future, Hagel said. Under a Pentagon budget that The restructuring and down- will shrink by more than $75 sizing are in line with a two-year billion over the next two years budget agreement that the presi- risk, a senior Defense Depart- they are not mobilized, our broader realignment of Army -- with deeper cuts expected if dent and Congress worked out in ment official expressed it sim- analysis shows that a reserve aviation designed to modern- sequestration returns in fiscal December, which limits defense ply. “If the force is smaller, unit is roughly the same cost ize the fleet and increase ca- year 2016 -- Hagel and other se- spending to $496 billion. But Ha- there’s less margin for error,” as an active duty unit when pability. nior defense and military officials gel warned today that if the bud- the official said. “Let’s face it mobilized and deployed,” Ha- Within the Air Force, the acknowledged that some of the get for fiscal year 2016 returns -- things are pretty uncertain gel said. defense budget calls for sav- budget choices will create addi- to the steep, automatic spending out there.” In addition, the Army ing $3.5 billion by retiring tional risks in certain areas. cuts imposed by sequestration, The proposed budget also Guard’s Apache attack he- the A-10 fleet and replacing Some of that risk, Hagel said, “we would be gambling that our envisions a 5-percent reduc- licopters would be trans- it with the F-35 by the early is associated with a sharp draw- military will not be required to tion in the Army National ferred to the active force, 2020s. down in the size of the Army, respond to multiple major con- Guard and Army Reserve. while Black Hawk helicop- “The A-10 is a 40-year which the proposed budget calls tingencies at the same time.” “While it is true that reserve ters would be transferred to for reducing to as low as 440,000 Asked to define that increased units are less expensive when the National Guard, part of a See BUDGET on page 5

DOD takes holistic view of slowing military compensation growth Jim Garamone, and the fiscal year 2015 of curbing growth in for reporters. tainty and doubts among right thing to do at the American Forces budget request DOD is compensation, Defense Hagel said all defense our service members time, we can’t continue Press Service recommending to the Secretary Chuck Hagel leaders agreed to a ho- about whether promised at that rate over the long president begins that and Army Gen. Martin E. listic and comprehensive benefits will be there in term,” Hagel said. The Defense Depart- process, defense leaders Dempsey, the chairman approach to compensa- the future,” he said. In addition to pay, the ment can no longer put said here today. of the Joint Chiefs of tion changes. “Contin- Dempsey also stressed budget request begins off slowing the growth of Saying they are ready Staff, previewed the fis- uous piecemeal changes this in his remarks. “I the process to slow the military personnel costs, to take on the hard task cal 2015 budget request will only magnify uncer- know this weighs heavily growth rate of tax-free on the minds of our men basic housing allowances. and women in uniform This will continue for five and on their Families,” years until the allowanc- he said. “Our force is ex- es cover about 95 percent Games may cause delays traordinarily accepting of of the average service change. They are less un- member’s housing ex- derstanding of piecemeal penses. Again, no one will approaches. They want see a decrease in their ba- -- and they deserve -- pre- sic house allowance, Ha- dictability.” gel said. DOD also would Military and civilian no longer reimburse ser- compensation accounts vice members for renter’s for 50 percent of the insurance. DOD budget. This has This change will hap- put the department out pen slowly, so that no of balance, the defense one’s housing allowanc- leaders said, and the de- es will actually go down, partment must invest to Hagel said, noting that ensure service members the process also will con- are well-equipped and sider differences in the well-trained to handle fu- relative cost of living, so ture challenges. service members in high- All savings from com- rent areas won’t be ad- pensation reforms will versely affected. help keep service mem- Under the request, the bers properly trained department will not shut and equipped, they down any commissaries, added. The budget re- but will cut subsidies for quest recommends a 1 some of them, the secre- percent increase in mil- tary said. itary pay, and it freezes “Over three years, we pay for general and flag will reduce by $1 billion officers. the annual direct subsi- Hagel and Dempsey dy provided to military stressed that no one in commissaries, which now uniform will see a pay cut. totals $1.4 billion,” he Rather, they explained, said. “We are not shut- During the 2014 USARAK Winter Games, Soldiers from Fort Wainwright and Joint Base Elmendorf-Richardson the push is to slow growth ting down commissaries. will have numerous 10-Soldier teams from various units competing in events such as downhill skiing, skijoring, to put pay and benefits on All commissaries will still stress shoot, Ahkio sled pull and other common, Arctic-tough Soldier skills here, March 10 through 13. During a more sustainable path. get free rent and pay no the games, Fort Wainwright personnel and Families may experience heavier traffic at River Road, Engineer “Total pay and benefits taxes. They will be able to Bridge, Nautilus Road and other areas around post; please plan accordingly. 1st Stryker Brigade Combat Team, increased 40 percent fast- continue to provide a very 25th Infantry Division Soldiers team up to pull an Ahkio sled in this photo from March of last year. (File photo er than the private sector good deal to service mem- by Brian Schlumbohm, Fort Wainwright PAO) between 2001 and 2012, and while that was the See DOD on page 5

WEEKEND WEATHER BRIEFS Ice carvings Go Army, beat Air Force! The 2014 BP World Ice Art Championships ice park is The Army will take on their Eielson Air Force Base open daily from 10 a.m. to 10 p.m. through March 30. counterparts in this year’s Commander’s Cup Champi- Friday Saturday Sunday Single block ice carvings are complete; the multi-block onship hockey game today at 1:30 p.m. Come cheer on Increasing clouds Partly sunny Partly sunny competition gets underway this weekend (see ice carv- the Army at the Patty Ice Center arena at the University Highs in the teens Highs in the upper Highs in the ers in action). Activities include a kids’ park, train, maze, of Alaska Fairbanks. Admission is free and the game is to mid 20s teens to mid 20s mid 20s slide-a-mile, dog sled rides and an ice puppy rink. Details open to the public. Military personnel and civilians may Lows around zero Lows around -25 Lows around -5 and fees are available online at www.icealaska.com. make canned food donations for the local food bank. 2 February 28, 2014 COMMUNITY ALASKA POST Fairbanks couple supports military through kindness, selfless service

Allen Shaw, Fort Wainwright PAO

Fairbanks is often referred to as a military town. The Interior Alaska communities cele- brate those who serve and support Soldiers and Family members during their tours of duty here by making them feel at home. One local couple has taken that hospitality to whole new level for more than 30 years. Charles (Chick) and Carolyne Wallace left Texas in 1972 to accept positions with the Uni- versity of Alaska Fairbanks. “Back then,” Carolyne Wallace said, “before the pipeline, any State agency (like UAF) would pay your way here and if you stayed for three years, they’d pay your way back. If you chose not to stay (the three years), you were on your own.” The Wal- lace family liked it so much, they never left. “It’s a wonderful place and has been fabulous for our family. Our involvement with the com- munity and the military has been so rewarding in so many different ways. I would not want to live anywhere else in the world,” she said. “I do like to go out (of Alaska) occasionally and visit, but two weeks pushes the envelope.” In addition to being a long-time Fairbanks realtor, Chick Wallace is the civilian aide to the secretary of the Army in Interior Alaska. “I’ve been told it’s the civilian equivalent to a three- star general,” he said and down-plays the posi- tion, “I am just a liaison between the community and the Department of the Army.” Army Regulation 1-15 states the a CASA’s role is to “provide individual advice to the secretary of the Army, the chief of staff, Army and com- Carolyne, wife of Chick (center) Wallace, civilian aide to the secretary of the Army, congratulates Col. Todd Wood, manders at all levels on public sentiment toward commander, 1st Stryker Brigade Combat Team, 25th Infantry Division, when the 1-25th SBCT held their redeploy- the Army,” and to “disseminate information ment and change of command ceremony May 16, 2012, on Fort Wainwright’s Ladd Army Airfield. (File photo by about the Army’s objectives, roles, requirements Brian Schlumbohm, Fort Wainwright PAO) and major programs to the public through public speeches, personal contact and other means.” The regulation further solidifies the impor- From his office in Washington and close by at his side and many “When you talk about heroes,” said tance of the position, stating a CASA candidate D.C., Jim Lovelace, former USARAK times out front will be Carolyne Lovelace, “you should find a picture has to be a citizen of “outstanding character, commanding general and current dressed in red, white and blue, inside of Mr. and Mrs. Wallace next to the integrity and patriotism,” must have a deep in- vice president of L3 Communica- and out,” Brophy said. definition. They are special people, terest in Army affairs, be a leader in community tions, said, “You’re not going to find Over the years the Wallaces have they are pure of heart, they are al- affairs and be in a position of sufficient stature two finer people in this world. I en- assisted Family members with trans- ways looking for ways to help people to “disseminate information about the Army to joyed (as CG) and continue to enjoy portation and accommodation issues. and they do it in exhausting ways.” a broad cross section of the public and to other their friendship. I just want Soldiers Carolyne Wallace is also well-versed The Wallaces continue to support prominent citizens in the area.” and Family members in Alaska to at picking up the phone to get things service members and their Families Bill Brophy, former United States Army Alaska know how fortunate they are to have done and “make things right.” Chick every day. For them it is not only a deputy commanding officer and current vice pres- Chick and Carolyne and that you Wallace said his wife was extremely mission, it’s a way of life. They be- ident of Usibelli Coal, said, “I don’t think you can could not have anyone better to rep- active during deployments and rede- lieve in the Army and have led many, find a more patriotic couple. Chick and Carolyne resent their interests.” ployments helping find places for peo- including their own children and have poured their hearts into everything good for The Wallaces enjoy entertaining ple to stay, and especially in resolving grandchildren, to believe just how Soldiers and their Families. We are blessed in In- and often host events for military transportation issues. special it is. terior Alaska to have Mr. Wallace serve as the ci- leaders and Family members, devel- Chick Wallace was selected as Carolyne Wallace said, “There is vilian aide to the secretary of the Army.” oping and maintaining lasting friend- CASA in 1997, after being the presi- no experience like it. Nothing will Chick Wallace is not one to simply rest on the ships whether they have remained dent of the Polar Bear chapter of the better prepare you for living in the prestige of the position. “I am here to facilitate in the community or have moved on. Association of the United States Army, real world than the Army.” communication,” he said. “I don’t wield that Although he considers this type of a position he said he won because no “I just want our military to get the much power but I often know who to call to get a interaction an honor, he said, “What one else was available to do the job. credit they deserve,” Chick Wallace problem resolved.” Brophy said Wallace has ded- is absolutely fantastic is talking to “Chick and Carolyne are equally said. “It’s a good life, but it’s a tough icated unwaveringly his time, talent and energy, young Soldiers. They are absolutely comfortable talking with a young life, especially for young Soldiers and on many occasions at his own expense toward wonderful. I’d like to take every one new Soldier and Family or collabo- Family members. I’ve never met a making life better for our Alaska-based Soldiers. of them home with me and give them rating with top-notch four-star gen- Soldier that said the Army wasn’t’ “He is certainly a powerful combat multiplier for a good family meal.” erals. Chick and Carolyne Wallace taking care of them and I hope they our Army and the right person, at the right time, “Rest assured Chick will be at ev- have established a wonderful lega- can continue to say the same thing to serve as CASA for (Interior) Alaska.” ery event that heralds the military cy,” Brophy said. about the Fairbanks community.”

Arctic Winter Games: Countdown to the action continues Allen Shaw, peoples of northern Scan- to Interior Alaska. Min- percent of Yukon’s popu- ing, curling, dog-sled rac- gymnastics, indoor soccer, Fort Wainwright PAO dinavia; Yamal, one of the ing has been the leading lation is of aboriginal de- ing, figure skating, hockey, table tennis, volleyball subjects (similar to a prov- economic activity in the scent. About 70 percent snowboarding and speed and wrestling. Since the beginning of ince or state) within the region since its formation of the population lives in skating, as well as arctic For more on the 2014 February, much attention Russian Federation; Nu- and through resource de- Whitehorse, the capital of sports and dene’ games, Arctic Winter Games, was focused on the Winter unavut, which is Canada’s velopment emphasis has the Yukon. Like Interior which Karen Lane, gen- check out next week’s Olympic Games in Sochi, newest territory, created shifted from gold to in- Alaska, Yukon is world-fa- eral manager, Fairbanks Alaska Post, visit www. Russia. In Fairbanks the from the division of the dustrial minerals such as mous for its spectacular host committee, said, “Are awg2014.org or call 456- attention has been sim- Northwest Territories in lead and zinc. Gold is still wilderness scenery and unique Alaska Native and 2014. mering on the 2014 Arc- 1999, and Nunavik, the being discovered in large opportunities for outdoor circumpolar north native Tickets for the Fair- tic Winter Games, but the region of Quebec located quantities in the territory. adventure. Whitehorse athletic competitions, banks 2014 Arctic Win- heat has bumped a couple above the 55th parallel. Yukon borders Alas- hosted the last Arctic similar to those seen ter Games are now avail- notches. Another visiting con- ka and British Columbia Winter Games in 2012. during the World Eskimo able for purchase online In two weeks, more than tingent will be Team Yu- and stretches from the St. The athletes will par- Indian Olympics.” though Ticketmaster. 2,000 athletes between the kon. According to infor- Elias Range to the Arctic ticipate in typical winter Athletes will also com and at the AWG re- ages of 11 and 18, plus mation provided by the Ocean and the Beaufort sports like alpine skiing, compete in some indoor tail store, 330 Barnette coaches, cultural delegates Arctic Winter Games In- Sea. Included in this area biathlon ski and snow- non-seasonal events like Street, Monday through and family members from ternational Committee, is the famous Klondike, shoe, cross-country ski- badminton, basketball, Saturday, 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. nine circumpolar regions the team comes from Can- home of the last great will visit Interior Alaska ada’s northwestern most North American gold rush in the spirit of cooperation area with a history of vast in 1898. and competition. mineral wealth, similar It is estimated that 20 More than 70 volunteer committees are finalizing plans for the games sched- ALASKA POST uled for March 15 through Home of the Arctic Warriors 22. This is the third time EDITORIAL STAFF The ALASKA POST is authorized by Army since the AWG began in Regulation 360-1 and is published by the Fairbanks 1970 that they’ve been Fort Wainwright Garrison Commander Daily News-Miner, a private firm in no way connected here. They were in Fair- Col. S. C. Zemp with the U.S. Army, and is under exclusive written banks in 1982 and 1988. contract. Contents of the ALASKA POST are not U.S. Army Garrison Fort Wainwright necessarily the official views of, or endorsed by, For the past few weeks the Department of the Army. The editorial content of the Alaska Post has been PAO this publication is the responsibility of the U.S. Army Garrison Ft. Wainwright Public Affairs Office. The previewing the upcoming Linda Douglass ALASKA POST welcomes responsible comments games and introducing the Command Information Chief from its readers and will publish letters, articles contingents involved so or photos submitted at least one week prior to the Connie Storch next publication. The ALASKA POST reserves the Soldiers and Family mem- right to edit or reject submissions. All submitted bers know what to expect Editor material will become official Army property unless during the week-long cele- Trish Muntean otherwise indicated. To advertise call (907) 459- 7548 Everything advertised in this publication bration. Staff writers shall be made available for purchase, use or So far the circumpolar patronage without regard to race, color, religion, Brian Schlumbohm gender, national origin, age, marital status, physical contingents highlighted handicap, political affiliation or any other non-merit have been Greenland, the More than 2,000 athletes between the ages of 11 and 18 Allen Shaw from nine circumpolar regions will participate in the 2014 factor of the purchaser, user or patron. The Editorial most northerly of the ju- Contributors office is located on Ft. Wainwright in Building 1047 Arctic Winter Games in Fairbanks March 15 through 22. #1; Mailing address is Public Affairs Office, 1060 risdictions competing in Jim Garamone, AFPS Since the competitors are from regions that experience Gaffney Road, 5900, Ft. Wainwright, AK 99703. Call the Arctic Winter Games; snow on the ground for most of the year, Nordic skiing Sherman Hogue 353-6779 or 353-6701, or send emails to pao.fwa@ Sapmi, which is made up us.army.mil is one of the more popular events in which every team Nick Simeone, AFPS The ALASKA POST – Home of the Arctic Warriors of the Sami indigenous competes. (Photo courtesy Archbould.com) 3 ALASKA POST FEATURES February 28, 2014 Read Across America with Dr. Seuss Brian Schlumbohm, tions to the war efforts as Fort Wainwright PAO a cartoonist, scriptwriter and filmmaker. Monday is Read Across At the end of the war, America Day, sponsored Geisel left the Army and by the National Educa- moved to La Jolla, Calif., tion Association. This where he went on to cre- special day is intended to ate the script for “Gerald inspire reading through- McBoing-Boing,” a Tech- out the nation’s schools nicolor short by United and communities and Productions of America/ just happens to fall near Columbia, which won an a particularly inspiring Oscar for Best Cartoon children’s book author Short in 1951. and illustrator’s birthday, During his career he which the day is centered published many books, around. writing and illustrating This Sunday is the 44 of them himself. One of 110th anniversary of the his books was supposedly birth of Theodor Seuss written on a bet with his Geisel , otherwise known publisher, Bennett Cerf, as Dr. Seuss. who prompted him to His publications include write a book using only 50 titles such as “The Cat in words. This work is now the Hat,” “One Fish Two a classic with a character Fish,” “There’s a Wocket few people haven’t heard in my Pocket” and many of, Sam I Am, in “Green more. These stories have Eggs and Ham.” Prob- been read over and over to ably his best-known and children everywhere and all-time biggest seller was held in high regard by ed- “Cat in the Hat.” His fi- ucators everywhere. nal book “Oh, the Places Though honored for You’ll Go!” was published his contributions to chil- in 1990 and offered en- dren’s literature, his ser- couragement to young vice as a member of the people as they set out on United States Army is un- their journey of life. familiar to many people. In honor of his life’s work, the U.S. Post Office created a commemorative 37-cent stamp issued March 2, 2004, Geisel died Sept. 24, Born March 2, 1904, in the 100th anniversary of his birthday. It features a photograph of Geisel from 1987 and around his photograph are 1991, in La Jolla, Calif., Springfield, Mass., Theo- six characters from his books. From left to right: The Cat in the Hat; the Grinch; the Glotz from “Oh Say Can You but his writing style, sig- dor Geisel started his path Say?” and the Skritz, the anonymous “young fellow” and the Skrink from “I Had Trouble in Getting to Solla Sollew”. nature artwork and con- to writing after graduating (Courtesy photo) tributions to this nation from Dartmouth College in have not only made him 1925. Having gone over- use his now famous pen agencies. His advertise- based in Hollywood, Calif. continually messes up an enduring part of Amer- seas to study literature at name, Dr. Seuss. ment art brought much His role during the to show troops what not ican culture, but the world the Oxford University in In 1936, after success- needed attention to the war was to create infor- to do while in the Army. over, in homes, libraries England, he left without fully making a living in war effort by promoting mational training films “Your Job in Germany,” a and theaters everywhere. finishing his degree and advertising and as a polit- the purchasing of war and illustrations for mil- 1945 propaganda film on Read more on the life came back to America, pur- ical cartoonist, Geisel au- bonds and the rationing itary and public audienc- the role of peace in Eu- of Dr. Seuss, and the ac- suing a career as an artist thored his first children’s of goods at home in the es. Working with famous rope after World War II complishments for the and writer. book titled “And to Think support of the Soldiers cartoonists and filmmak- and “Our Job in Japan” nation and its children at: He returned to Spring- That I Saw It on Mul- overseas. ers of the day like Jack were other short filmswww.militarymuseum. field in 1927, where he be- berry Street.” Geisel had Eventually he began Turner, Chuck Jones and made during his time org/1stmpu.html, airforce. gin sending his illustrated gone to 27 different pub- marketing posters for the Frank Capra, his unit with the Army. togetherweserved.com/ political cartoons to mag- lishers with his book and Department of Defense, created films for Army One of the films he usaf/servlet/tws.webapp. azines and other publi- was rejected by all until promoting enlistments training, morale and in- created for the Army ti- WebApp?cmd=Shadow- cations, making his first it was finally accepted by into the Army and Navy. formational briefs in the tled “Hitler Lives” won BoxProfile&type=Per- breakthrough in The Sat- Vanguard Press, which Too old for the draft, form of animations such an Academy Award. As son&ID=119412 and www. urday Evening Post July published it in 1937. Geisel volunteered for as “Private Snafu,” a se- a Soldier in the Army, he dartmouth.edu/~library/digi- 16, 1927. After the start of World service, joining the Army ries of short animated was awarded the Legion tal/collections/ocm58916242/ Moving to New York War II, Dr. Seuss joined in 1943 and commis- films using a private who of Merit for his contribu- ocm58916242.html. City, N. Y., he joined the in the war effort by cre- sioned as Commander, staff of a weekly humor ating cartoons, illustra- Maj. Theodor Geisel of the magazine called “Judge,” tions and posters for the Animation Department, where he first began to U.S. Treasury and other First Motion Picture unit,

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Friday – 28th

FALL FAME FITNESS SESSIONS, Monday, Wednes- day and Friday, 9:15 to 10:15 a.m. and 10:45 to 11:45 Army vs Air Force for the championship a.m., Melaven Fitness Center, building 3452. Child care sessions begin 15 minutes prior to Fame Fitness times and are $35 per month, per child, per session. Pre-reg- istration begins the 20th of the month prior to the next month’s sessions. Call 353-7713 for more information.

LUNCHTIME PIN PLATOON BOWLING, 11 a.m. to 1 p.m., Nugget Lanes Bowling Center, building 3702. Call 353-2654.

NEW PARENT’S SUPPORT PROGRAM: INFANT MASSAGE, 1 to 2 p.m., ACS building 3401, Room 242. Call 353-7515.

AFTERNOON FUN WITH HEAD-PIN BOWLING, 1 to 6 p.m., Nugget Lanes Bowling Center, building 3702. Call 353-2654.

STORY HOUR AND CRAFTS, I AM SPECIAL: 4 p.m., Post Library, building 3700. No cost. Call 353-2642.

RECREATIONAL SKATING, 5:30 to 7:45 p.m., Physical Fitness Center ice rink, building 3709. Call 353-7223.

COSMIC BOWLING, 8 p.m. to 1 a.m., Nugget Lanes Bowling Center, building 3702. Call 353-4137.

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SNOWMACHINE SAFE COURSE, 9 a.m. and 1 p.m., Today, starting at 1:30 p.m., the Army will take on their Air Force counterparts in this year’s Commander’s Outdoor Recreation Center, building 4050. Call 361- Cup Championship hockey game. Come cheer on the Army at the Patty Ice Center arena on the UAF campus. 6349. Admission is free and everyone is invited to attend. There is also a canned food drive being held, so donations are appreciated in helping the local food bank. For more information on the Commander’s Cup Championship GROUP CYCLING, 10 to 11 a.m., Physical Fitness call the USARAK Public Affairs Office at 353-1448. (File photo by Brian Schlumbohm, Fort Wainwright PAO) Center, building 3709. Call 353-7223.

EXPLORING THE LOCAL SKI TRAILS, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., Outdoor Recreation Center, building 4050. Call LUNCH-HOUR RECREATIONAL SKATING, 11:30 Wednesday - 5th 361-6349. a.m. to 1 p.m., Physical Fitness Center Ice rink, build- ing 3709. Call 353-7223. CPR & FIRST AID, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m., Murphy Hall Con- ZUMBA, 11 a.m. to noon, Physical Fitness Center Ice ference Room, building 1045. Call 353-7713. rink, building 3709. Call 353-7223. GROUP CYCLING CLASS, noon to 1 p.m., Physical Fitness Center, building 3709. Call 353-7223. FALL FAME FITNESS SESSIONS, Monday, Wednes- SKIES SNEAK PEAK, noon to 3 p.m., building 3727. day and Friday, 9:15 to 10:15 a.m. and 10:45 to 11:45 Call 353-7713. SEUSSICAL CELEBRATION, 4 to 7 p.m., Last Fron- a.m., Melaven Fitness Center, building 3452. Child care tier Community Activity Center, building 1044. Call sessions begin 15 minutes prior to Fame Fitness times OPEN RECREATIONAL SKATING, 1:30 to 4 p.m., 353-7755. and are $35 per month, per child, per session. Pre-reg- Physical Fitness Center Ice rink, building 3709. Call istration begins the 20th of the month prior to the next 353-7223. AUTO SAFETY CLASS, 6 p.m., Auto Skill Center, month’s sessions. Call 353-7713 for more information. building 3730. Call 353-7436. WINTER SERIES OF POKER, 7 p.m., The Warrior SINGLE PARENTING, 10:30 to 11:30 a.m., Fort Wain- Zone, building 3205. Sign-ups begin at 6 p.m., open to wright Education Center, building 4391. all DoD cardholders 18 and older. Call 353-1087. Tuesday - 4th LUNCHTIME PIN PLATOON BOWLING, 11 a.m. to 1 MONTHLY POOL TOURNAMENT, 7 p.m., The Warrior GROUP CYCLING CLASS, 6:30 to 7:30 a.m.; 9:15 to p.m., Nugget Lanes Bowling Center, building 3702. Call Zone, building 3205. Sign-ups begin at 6 p.m., open to 353-2654. all DoD cardholders 18 and older. Call 353-1087. 10:15 a.m., 5 to 6 p.m., Physical Fitness Center, build- ing 3709. Call 353-7223. LUNCH-HOUR RECREATIONAL SKATING, 11:30 COSMIC BOWLING, 8 p.m. to 1 a.m., Nugget Lanes a.m. to 1 p.m., Physical Fitness Center Ice rink, build- Bowling Center, building 3702. Call 353-4137 LUNCH-HOUR STICK HOCKEY, 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m., Physical Fitness Center Ice rink, building 3709. Call ing 3709. Call 353-7223. 353-7223. GROUP CYCLING CLASS, noon to 1 p.m., Physical Sunday – 2nd Fitness Center, building 3709. Call 353-7223. HOUR OF POWER GROUP STRENGTH CLASS, RECREATIONAL SKATING, 1:30 to 4 p.m., Physical noon to 12:45 p.m., Physical Fitness Center, building AFTERNOON FUN WITH HEAD-PIN BOWLING, 1 to Fitness Center ice rink building 3709. Call 353-7223. 3709. Call 353-7223. 6 p.m., Nugget Lanes Bowling Center, building 3702. Call 353-2654. WINTERIZATION CLINIC, 3 to 6 p.m., Auto Skill Cen- NEW PARENT’S SUPPORT PROGRAM: BROWN ter, building 3730. Call 353-7436. BAG LUNCH SERIES, noon to 1 p.m., ACS building MIXED ADVENTURES, 4:30 to 6 p.m., Youth Center, 3401, Room 242. Call 353-7515. building 4109. Call 361-9897. RECREATIONAL HOCKEY, 4:15 to 6 p.m., Physical Fitness Center ice rink building 3709. Call 353-7223. PARENT’S NIGHT OUT, 5;45 p.m. to 8:45 p.m., CDC KARAOKE WEDNESDAYS, 7 to 10 p.m., Nugget I, building 4024. Call 353-7713.Registration Deadline: Lanes Bowling Center, building 3702. Call 353-2654. Monday – 3rd Feb 25th. EARLY MATH, 6 to 7 p.m., CDC I, building 4024. Call Thursday - 6th ROMP AND STOMP PLAYGROUP, 9:30 to 11:30 a.m., 353-7713. Last Frontier Community Activity Center, building 1044. GROUP CYCLING CLASS, 6:30 to 7:30 a.m.; 5 to 6 p.m., No cost. Call 353-7372. ZUMBA, 6:15 to 7:15 p.m., Physical Fitness Center, Physical Fitness Center, building 3709. Call 353-7223. building 3709. Call 353-7223. FALL FAME FITNESS SESSIONS, Monday, Wednes- BABY SIGNS: SIGN, SING, AND PLAY CLASSES, day and Friday, 9:15 to 10:15 a.m. and 10:45 to 11:45 SCREAM-FREE MARRIAGE, Part 1 of 3; 6:30 to 8 9 to 9:30 a.m., Last Frontier Community Activity Center, a.m., Melaven Fitness Center, building 3452. Child care building 1044. No cost. Call 353-7372. sessions begin 15 minutes prior to Fame Fitness times p.m., Last Frontier Community Activity Center, building 1044. Call 353-4248. and are $35 per month, per child, per session. Pre-reg- ROMP AND STOMP PLAYGROUP, 9:30 to 11:30 a.m., istration begins the 20th of the month prior to the next Last Frontier Community Activity Center, building 1044. month’s sessions. Call 353-7713 for more information. No cost. Call 353-7372.

SOLDIERS Fort Wainwright Lenten Services AGAINST Ongoing Chapel Services 18500121 Lenten Catholic Activities DRUNK Catholic Mass ESTHER BARBER DRIVING Ash Wednesday Mass, March 5 Sundays at 8 and 10 a.m. & STYLES Noon at Bassett Army Community Hospital, building 4076. at Northern Lights Chapel /ESTHER BARBER 353-6610 6 p.m. at Northern Lights Chapel, building 3430. 1 x 2 Protestant Service Have a Plan, Stations of the Cross Sundays at 11:30 a.m. Fridays during Lent, 6 p.m., followed by a meager, at the Northern Lights Chapel Call Someone. meatless potluck dinner at 6:30 p.m. Catholic penance service and confession: For Catholic mass and activity information, March 31, 7 to 8:30 p.m. contact Chaplain (Capt.) John Brocato 18500166 Several local Priests will be present Northern Lights Chapel by calling 361-4463 or for individual confessions and healing. email [email protected]. JORDAN, KEN Lenten Protestant activities For Protestant services and activities, contact Chaplain

Mike Keifman Northern Lights Chapel at 353-2088 or ALASKA POST FF/SPORT Protestant Ash Wednesday Service March 5, 11:30 a.m. to noon, followed by a light lunch at email [email protected]. the Northern Lights Chapel. 11501274 NORTHWIND BEHAVIOR- ESTATE NOTICE ESTATE NOTICE AL HEALTH Anyone having claims against, or is indebted to the Anyone having claims against or who is indebted to estate of Pvt. Ryan Brewton of Headquarters and the estate of Lt. Col. Gregory V. Shumate of Medical AK POST/AK POST Headquarters Troop, 5th Squadron, 1st Cavalry Department Activity-Alaska, may contact Capt. An- Regiment, may contact 1st Lt. Kenneth Green by drew Smay, MEDDAC-AK, Fort Wainwright, Alaska 2 x 2 phone at 353-4264. 99703, phone 361-5919 or 496-9406. 5 ALASKA POST NEWS February 28, 2014 In brief News links ARCTIC WINTER GAMES The Arctic Winter Games are set to take place March 15 through 22 in Fairbanks (with two events slated to take place on post). This high-profile sports competition for northern and arctic athletes brings together the circumpolar world by providing an op- portunity to strengthen and showcase communities through international games and sports development. For more information and schedule of events, go to http://awg2014.org/sports. Snowboarding events will be held at the Birch Hill Ski and Snowboard Area at Fort Wainwright and the UAF Hulbert Nanook Ter- rain Park.

TRAPPERS INVITATION Soldiers, Family members and civilians are invited to attend the monthly meeting of the Alaska Trappers Association March 4. The meeting will begin at 7 p.m. A simple meal will be served at 6:30 p.m. The trappers’ meeting takes place in the basement of Sacred Heart Cathedral at 2501 Airport Way near Peger Road. The guest speaker for the evening will be John Burns, Sr. Mink biology and mink trapping will be discussed. For his masters’ degree, Burns conducted mink research on the Kuskokwim River, which is widely considered to be the source of the largest and best-quality mink in Alaska. He retired following a career with the Alas- ka Dept. of Fish & Game. Burns commercial fishes in the summer and traps near Lake Minchumina in the winter.

OPTIONS FOR GLASSES Missed an issue of the Alaska Post newspaper? Read, download, share present and past issues online at www. The Bassett Army Community Hospital’s Optom- dvidshub.net/publication/561/alaska-post. Housing residents who would like to stop or start home delivery of etry Clinic is now open for Family members and re- the Alaska Post newspaper may email the Public Affairs Office [email protected] or call 353-6780. Share tirees to acquire prescriptions for glasses and contact news tips or request submission guidelines by calling the editor, 353-6760. (Illustration by Brian Schlumbohm, lenses. Retirees or dependents can then take prescrip- Fort Wainwright PAO) tions to their providers for ordering. For more infor- mation, call 361-5212. SNOW SIGNS MOVING VEHICLES SKIING THE GOLF COURSE Parking lot snow-removal is ongoing at Fort Wain- In March, Fort Wainwright police will begin to Cross-country skiing trails are open to the public at wright. Yellow signs indicating scheduled snow-re- identify, tag and remove vehicles that violate Garri- the Chena Bend Golf Course area. Trails are groomed moval will be placed out approximately three days son policy 35 or that have been abandoned on post. regularly and free for use. Anyone needing private prior to when the work is to occur. All vehicles must Police ask for assistance from units and residents in lessons or equipment rental can contact the Outdoor be removed. If they are not, snow-removal may not identifying these vehicles and contacting the police Recreation Center, building 4050, for more informa- happen due to concerns about safety and damage to desk at 353-7535. tion at 361-6349. property.

DOD: Proposals responsible, fair Budget: Spending plan reduces

Continued from page 1 for health care than other Hagel said the propos- cost, keeps force in world’s finest bers and retirees -- much retirees.” als were carefully craft- like our post exchanges, Under the budget rec- ed to reform military which do not receive di- ommendation, the aver- compensation in a fair, Continued from the recommendations in ing sure the force is rect subsidies. Overseas age military retiree would responsible, and sustain- page 1 the budget were accepted in the right balance,” commissaries and those go from paying 8 percent able way. by senior military offi- Dempsey said. in remote locations will of health care costs out of “We recognize that no old, single-purpose cers. Addressing report- Dempsey and Hagel continue receiving direct pocket to paying 11 per- one serving our nation airplane originally de- ers alongside him, Army will testify on the bud- subsidies.” cent. Retirees old enough in uniform is overpaid signed to kill enemy Gen. Martin E. Dempsey, get before Congress next DOD will simplify to use Medicare and who for what they do for our tanks on a Cold War chairman of the Joint week. Lawmakers will and modernize the TRI- choose to have TRICARE country,” he added. “But battlefield,” HagelChiefs of Staff, said the have the final say on CARE health insurance as well, eventually would if we continue on the said. “It cannot sur- spending plan reflects a spending decisions. program by consolidat- be asked to pay a little current course without vive or operate effec- balancing of the military “This is the first time ing plans and adjusting bit more to enroll in TRI- making these modest tively where there are while ensuring it remains in 13 years we will be pre- deductibles and co-pays CARE, Hagel said. adjustments now, the more advanced aircraft the world’s finest. senting a budget to Con- in ways that encourage The approach encour- choices will only grow or air defenses.” In “It reflects in real gress that is not a war members to use the most ages retirees to use free more difficult and pain- addition, the service terms how we’re reduc- footing budget,” Hagel affordable means of care military facilities if they ful down the road. We also will retire the 50 ing our cost and mak- noted. -- such as military treat- are close to home, which will inevitably have to year-old U-2 surveil- ment facilities, preferred provide outstanding care either cut into compen- lance plane in favor of providers, and generic and are often underused, sation even more deeply the unmanned Global prescriptions, the secre- the secretary said. and abruptly, or we will Hawk. tary said. The compensation pro- have to deprive our men Hagel warned that “We will ask retirees posals do not recommend and women of the train- much deeper cuts in and some active-duty any changes to the mili- ing and equipment they Air Force structure and Family members to pay tary retirement benefits need to succeed in battle. modernization will be a little more in their de- for those now in the ser- Either way, we would be necessary if sequestra- ductibles and co-pays, vices, Hagel said. breaking faith with our tion is not avoided in but their benefits will “We are awaiting the people. And the president 2016. remain affordable, as results of the Military and I will not allow that Hagel said most of they should be,” he said. Compensation and Re- “To protect the most vul- tirement Modernization nerable, under this plan Commission, which is medically retired service expected to present its members, their Families, report in February 2015, and the survivors of ser- before pursuing reforms vice members who die on in this area,” he added. active duty would not pay “But DOD continues to the annual participation support the principle of fees charged to other re- ‘grandfathering’ for any tirees, and would pay a future changes to mili- smaller share of the costs tary retirement plans.” 12503056 AMERICAN TIRE WRHSE AK POST/FT WW GRAND 12501748 2 x 8 FAIRBANKS 2014 ARCTIC WINTER 17502118 AK POST/AK POST - AW FAIRBANKS SHAKE- 2 x 6 SPEARE ALASKA POST/SPRING B 2 x 4 6 February 28, 2014 ALASKA POST ALASKA POST

Nice shot. Army spouse, Sherman Hogue captured this image of the Aurora Borealis at Engineer Bridge, Feb. 18 around 10 p.m. This is the bridge located in front of the golf course club house, he explained. “We went down onto the river so I could show the bridge and the lights.” The Army veteran is married to Maj. Vicki Hogue, U.S. Army Alaska Aviation Task Force. (Courtesy photo by Sherman Hogue)

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