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Friday, March 17, 2017 | Vol. 3, No. 11 Published for the Department of Defense and the Fort Gordon community FORTGORDONGLOBE.COM CRAFTSMAN’S PASSION Poor credit can lead to big problems

BY LAURA LEVERING “There could be something Fort Gordon Public Affairs Office on the report that doesn’t be- long to you, so reviewing it Financial readiness is a lot gives you a chance to check it like driving an automobile. before applying and potentially If you don’t perform regular being turned down for a credit preventative maintenance, it’s card or loan,” explained Bar- bound to cause problems. bara Brown, personal financial In the case of finances, check- readiness specialist, Financial ing one’s credit report is pre- Readiness Program, Army ventative maintenance. Community Service. Credit reports and credit Credit reports are a detailed re- scores are different but di- port of a person’s debt history, in- rectly affect one another. By quiries about credit applications, law, individuals have an op- personal address and places of portunity to review their credit employment. In most cases, debt report three times a year. It’s seven years and older disappears the first thing a person should from credit reports and gets sent do before applying for a credit to a third party collections agen- card or taking out a loan for cy, which then tries to collect large items such as a car or the debt on behalf of company. house. Other cases may take longer and Consumers can request a free require action to disappear. PHOTOS BY WILSON A. RIVERA / FORT GORDON PUBLIC AFFAIRS OFFICE copy of their credit report each “I’ve seen some where they’ve Chief Warrant Officer 2 James Becker, a cyber operations technician assigned here with B Company, 1st Cyber Protection year at www.annualcredit had income taxes on their cred- Battalion, Cyber Protection Brigade, saws through a piece of wood for one of his many ongoing projects he’s completing report.com. They can also re- it report, and that was filed inside his garage in Grovetown, Ga. ceive a free report if requested through the state,” Brown said. within 60 days of being turned Soldier continues family woodworking trade down for credit. See CREDIT, Page 2 BY WILSON A. RIVERA to working on more projects, Fort Gordon Public Affairs Office whenever he need a kid-sized desk, he’d make everything Military Day gives As a child growing up in York custom made specifically sized Springs, Pennsylvania, work- to fit a kid. Other people took ing with wood to make furni- notice and began asking about leaders access to ture has been a passion passed furniture of their own. down by his father. “He can pretty much do any- Thirteen years into a military thing you ask, and the quality is career, Chief Warrant Officer 2 outstanding,” said John Lanting, Fort Gordon James Becker, a cyber opera- a U.S. Postal Service mailman tions technician assigned here whose mail route delivers along BY LAURA LEVERING a Humvee rollover. The other with B Company, 1st Cyber Becker’s current neighborhood Fort Gordon Public Affairs Office group stayed behind for a pre- Protection Battalion, Cyber in Grovetown, Georgia. sentation by Fort Gordon’s In- Protection Brigade, returned As projects came along, he One hundred community stallation Support Detachment, to woodworking using only a purchased the tools he needed. leaders from the Central Riv- which included an explanation circular saw and drill while sta- With the extra outdoor space, it er Savannah Area took part in of military funeral honors and a tioned at Korea in 2009. After allowed for more tools such as a Military Day by spending the flag folding demonstration. a household goods delivery of table saw, courtesy of his father, day at Fort Gordon March 8. “The honors detail was im- his son’s wooden dresser, that and a router used to create joints Participants were members portant to show that we have was falling apart, Becker was into the wood. of Leadership Augusta, an a commitment to those who encouraged to make his own “You can’t work wood without Augusta Metro Chamber of have served and have fallen,” furniture. a table saw,” Becker’s father stat- Commerce affiliate created Turner said. “That’s part of our “I knew how to do everything. ed to him while talking about to “enhance the civic partici- culture, our heritage, and you I worked outside on an apart- his enjoyment getting back to pation of emerging leaders don’t necessarily see that in ment balcony,” he said. “I’ve working with wood. within the region,” as cited on other career fields.” since built tons of furniture for Becker and his brother helped its website. Participants then boarded a us. Everything has lasted.” his father when they were Col. Todd Turner, Fort Gor- bus for an hour-long windshield Since then his hobby continued younger. He paid them $2 per don Garrison commander, said tour of Fort Gordon. The tour to grow at his following duty sta- hour assisting with remodeling Military Day was an opportu- was intended to give leaders an tion, Hawaii. The balcony size houses, rebuilding roofs and sid- nity to increase community overview of the city while ex- workspace expanded into the ing. Becker’s passion of wood- understanding of Fort Gordon posing them to amenities they back yard with supplies stored working is evident. to include its mission and im- have access to. in a small shed. This is where The wooden bookshelf is Becker’s wife’s favorite piece of portance of mutual support. he had more time to dedicate See WOOD, Page 2 furniture he made for their living room. “Two of the most important See LEADERS, Page 3 things we do are teambuilding and community events,” Turner said. “This is one of those im- portant engagements that we Spouse puts new value in rocks can leverage both Richmond and Columbia Counties’ current BY LAURA LEVERING to someone’s face,” Allissa said. and future leaders.” Fort Gordon Public Affairs Office Allissa hosted the group’s The group began its day with first public gathering March breakfast and presentations at Happiness comes in many 9 at Pendleton King Park in Olmstead Hall. Turner gave an forms, shapes and sizes. Augusta. Dozens of painters overview of Fort Gordon, and For Allissa Bates, it comes came out for the event; many a member of the Cyber Center in rocks. of whom had been contacted on of Excellence spoke about the Bates, wife of Sgt. Mathew social media and were meeting meaning of “Army cyber.”

Bates, Cyber Protection Bri- in person for the first time. Following presentations, the PHOTO BY BILL BENGSTON / gade, finds happiness in paint- Before Augusta “Rocks!” group was split in two and each FORT GORDON PUBLIC AFFAIRS OFFICE ing rocks and leaving them Allissa co-founded Vancou- person assigned a battle buddy. Leadership Augusta partici- behind for people to find. And ver “Rocks!” in July 2016 Half of the group departed on pant Jay Markwalter, with the she’s recruiting like-minded while living in Washington bus to the Engagement Skills Augusta Convention and Visi- people to find similar joy state. That group now has PHOTO BY BILL BENGSTON / FORT GORDON PUBLIC AFFAIRS OFFICE Trainer and Humvee Egress tors Bureau, has a topsy-turvy through her Facebook group, more than 30,600. What’s your pleasure? Colors, characters and a variety of mes- Assistance Trainer where they view of the world, halfway Augusta “Rocks!” sages abound during an Augusta “Rocks!” gathering March 9 tested their firing skills and ex- through a Humvee Egress As- “It’s all about bringing a smile See ROCKS, Page 2 in Pendleton King Park, in Augusta. perienced what it’s like to be in sistance Trainer experience.

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gusta, each design is largely Once your credit report is satis- ROCKS dependent on each rock. CREDIT factory, get a copy of your credit From page 1 “The rock shape kind of speaks From page 1 score. Credit scores are used by to you, and then when you get creditors to determine if and how When her family relocated to home and wash them, they be- “The federal government put a much money to lend a person. Georgia in November, Allissa come different because the col- lien on the report, and so it con- They are also used to determine brought the concept with her and ors change, some of the textures tinues to stay there until you take amount required for down pay- started Augusta “Rocks!” The come out, so then you can think action on that lien and resolve it.” ments, annual percentage rates, group has nearly 3,000 members of something different to do with Good debt history helps build and can affect a person’s employ- and is steadily growing. them,” Corcino said. a good credit score. Bad credit ability in some career fields. Painters are free to paint any- Brianna Scott, of Hephzibah, history can have detrimental ef- “A lot of employers are check- thing they choose on rocks but draws her inspiration from Pin- fects to a person’s future, so it’s ing your credit report,” Brown asked to keep it rated “PG,” or terest and designs she thinks important to take action and dis- said. “Employers have a right to kid friendly. Some people paint young children would like to pute anything that looks suspi- turn a person down due to a poor characters, some paint encour- find. A seasoned canvas painter, cious or doesn’t belong to you. If credit report.” aging words, some paint extrava- Scott decided to give rocks a try you know the person responsible Just as there are several things gant designs, and some paint after her friend told her about for a debt that doesn’t belong to that affect one’s credit score, food. Painters are also asked to Augusta “Rocks!” you, you have the option to sign there are also many ways to im- write Augusta “Rocks!” on the “Compared to rocks, canvas is an affidavit agreeing to the per- prove it. And Financial Readi- back of rocks in hopes the finder a lot easier to correct mistakes,” petrator being prosecuted. ness can help. will turn to the group page and Scott said. “It takes a lot more “It’s so important to retrieve “You’ll pay anywhere from post a picture of the rock, join precise strokes and concentration your credit report three times a $400 to $600 for a personal fi- the group, and become part of with rocks, but seeing pictures of year, because any erroneous in- nance class, depending on the the movement. kids finding the rocks on social formation on your credit report school, or you can see a financial Finished rocks are then placed media makes it all worth it.” can get corrected,” Brown said. advisor here absolutely free,” throughout the community wait- And that’s what it’s all about. Failure to do so could lead to Brown said. ing to be discovered by its new Allissa admits it can be difficult poor credit, accounts in collec- To schedule an appointment keeper. Public parks, storefronts, letting go of a rock, especially if tion, and even affect the ability with an ACS financial advisor, outdoor patios, walking trails … it’s one she has spent hours cre- to receive or retain one’s security call (706) 791-1918, or stop by when it comes to “hiding” rocks, ating. But in the end, she finds clearance. Room 172 in Darling Hall. painters can place them virtually happiness in knowing her rock anywhere so long as they don’t could be exactly what a person trespass or put them somewhere needed. PHOTOS BY BILL BENGSTON / FORT GORDON PUBLIC AFFAIRS OFFICE that could potentially damage “Sometimes it breaks my heart Augusta resident Allissa Bates, the wife of Sgt. Mathew Bates, Keep in mind it’s Brain one’s property. a little bit to put it out, but I know a Cyber Defense student, gets her brush into gear March 9 in The variety of designs is about that somebody’s going to find it, Pendleton King Park, on behalf of Augusta “Rocks!” as wide as the variety of rocks. and that it’s going to make their Injury Awareness Month Allissa insists anyone can do it, day,” Allissa said. regardless of artistic ability. One such instance occurred BY WESLEY P. ELLIOTT “Fortunately, the brain is a “If you just write the word when a person posted a photo of U.S. Army Medical Command resilient organ, and individu- ‘love,’ or ‘hope,’ or something a child holding a painted rock at als who have sustained a mild inspirational on a rock, and Children’s Hospital of Georgia. March is Brain Injury Aware- TBI are likely to return to their somebody finds it, it could turn The child was a cancer patient, ness Month and although trau- normal abilities within two to someone’s day around,” said and the rock said “somewhere matic brain injuries are the 12 weeks after the injury, said Allissa. “Some people just seek, over the rainbow.” signature wound of the wars in Vijayan. “For some, the issues and that’s okay, too. It’s whatever “That right there … it totally Iraq and Afghanistan, TBIs can may persist for longer causing makes them happy.” hits you,” Allissa said. “That’s be caused by motor vehicle ac- headaches, pain issues, mood For Krystle Corcino of Au- the little thing that could make cidents, assaults, falls, and sport or sleep disturbances and a somebody happy or give them injuries, as well as explosions. speech therapist or occupa- strength for the day.” It is important for someone tional therapist can provide Along with spreading joy, the who had sustained a TBI to strategies and resources to help group is intended to bring people seek medical help to address any improve the cognitive abilities together and outside exploring. changes in their physical, emo- after injury.” Painting and hiding rocks is a tional, and cognitive abilities. Army Medicine has spe- great way for families to spend “Someone doesn’t have to cialized clinics, neuroscience quality time together. In some lose consciousness when they and rehabilitation centers, that cases, it’s a way to meet new suffer a mild TBI, there can treat Soldiers and family mem- people. be a feeling of being dazed or bers who have sustained a mild “I first met Brianna (Scott) seeing stars but in some cases concussion. when I was buying rocks,” Allissa it can involve a very brief loss TBI Clinics utilize a mul- said. “It’s fun to get out, and it’s of consciousness which can last tidisciplinary team including about the joy that it’s bringing.” for a few seconds to a few min- physiatrists, neurologists, psy- To learn more and find out when utes, but is typically less than chiatrists, neuropsychologists, the next group painting will be, 30 minutes, said Dr. Aparna psychologists, physical thera- Hephzibah resident Kassidy visit the Augusta “Rocks!” Vijayan, Speech-Language pists, occupational therapists, Rewis, 2, puts brush to rock Facebook group. The page has a Pathologist at the Dwight D. speech therapists, recreational March 9 in Pendleton King wealth of information including T.J. Hill, 3, son of Shauna Hill and Fort Gordon civilian employee Eisenhower Army Medical therapists and social workers to Park, on behalf of Augusta how to get started, where to find Timothy Hill, tries his hand at an Augusta “Rocks!” creation Center Traumatic Brain Injury provide a well-coordinated and “Rocks!” rocks, and rock painting tips. March 9 during a visit at Pendleton King Park. Clinic. individualized treatment plan After a mild TBI, patients can to all TBI patients. experience cognitive issues in- Three-weeklong outpatient what it’s all about,” he said. cluding difficulty with concen- programs or Functional Re- Most of his furniture grade tration, memory, perception, covery Programs are also avail- wood is found at lumber yards problem solving, comprehen- able, which offer both an under- near Atlanta and in South Caro- sion, word selection, sequenc- standing of the symptoms and lina. Locally, there’s not many ing, and slower than normal what can be done about them, good places to get wood because responses. Cognitive problems while being administered in a mostly its pine trees cut down in can often cause patients to avoid group setting, enabling the par- the area for mulch and the paper social and recreational activities ticipants to find support from mill, not furniture quality. The that they previously enjoyed. other patients. stock of wood in his garage are Jatoba from Brazil, Bubinga from Africa, and a Mahogany from Honduras. Everything is made at his own pace, taking the time to build, WARNING SIGNS selecting the wood, and digging through stacks of wood to find Type 1 diabetes may occur the right piece to fit the right area of a project. Sometimes, there’s suddenly and includes: that special piece of wood Becker has his sights on and buys it to just have it sit for two years or Extreme Thirst more until he finally finds a way to use it. Frequent Urination “I don’t know what it’s going to be yet and that’s a lot of fun.” “Every day is an adventure. Drowsiness or Lethargy You look at the wood in the lum- ber yard and it kind of speaks to Increased Appetite PHOTO BY WILSON A. RIVERA / FORT GORDON PUBLIC AFFAIRS OFFICE you, something significant stands Becker takes a close look at four pieces of wood, checking to see their compability for one out. You will always remember of his projects. this special furniture. It’s a jour- Sudden Weight Loss Every Father’s Day is some- in a magazine it’s ‘I want this, ney until the end.” He said. “The WOOD thing to look forward to because but like this,’” he said. enjoyment of making something Sudden Vision Changes the family buys new tools as gifts Becker spends a lot of time in for somebody or for your house is From page 1 for him. the garage. There’s a long list of a forever type of statement.” The family benefits from things he has to build. He takes When his dad had his business Sugar in the Urine “You cut into a piece of wood the furniture he makes. He 30 minutes during his lunchtime it became stressful because he and you can smell it. You cut recently created a customized to stop by the house and set up wasn’t building for fun any- Fruity Odor on the Breath into different species of woods closet shelving system for his his tools, ready for an evening of more. Becker’s father built and you can smell it,” he said. It home in Grovetown. Both kid’s woodworking. furniture to meet deadlines takes me back 25 years ago and rooms have beds with drawers He likes his dining room table always crunching the clock to Heavy or Labored Breathing it’s really fun. It’s a nostalgic type outfitted underneath them and best, which is just a big 3 ½ inch pay the bills. of thing.” each their own desk. There is an thick piece of pine. It’s super-thick “I never want it to be a job At 17, he joined the Army dur- entertainment center built for all and sturdy. The table and benches I’m depending on for money Stupor or Unconsciousness ing his senior year of high school. the gaming consoles. Becker is are something he made that the because at that point it won’t When he turned 18, he shipped working on a fourth desk for his family sits around for dinner, to be fun anymore,” Becker said. A CFC participant. from home and from woodwork- wife, who also doesn’t mind the play cards, do homework, sit and “When it’s time to retire, I Provided as a public service. ing. His deployments and tours dust and has accepted it as part be comfortable on something that would like be an online profes- include Iraq, Korea, Germany, of their life. will be around forever. sor and also do wood working. Hawaii, Fort Sill, Oklahoma, and “She loves having furniture. “Having stuff that will last Mainly wood working, because jdrf.org Fort Gordon, Georgia. Anytime she see’s something forever and people enjoying it is I enjoy doing this.” Friday, March 17, 2017: 3

LEADERS From page 1 3rd Infantry Division Day

Leaders also looked at the future cyber campus site along declared in Georgia with new and ongoing construc- tion in support of U.S. Army Cy- ber Center of Excellence. Both groups reconvened for a meeting with dog handlers and military working dogs assigned to 222nd Military Working Detachment. Service members talked about their roles as dog handlers then demonstrated what the MWD could do. Leaders watched from behind a secured fence as an MWD searched for hidden narcot- ics and subsequently subdued Turner, who was dressed in a PHOTOS BY BILL BENGSTON / FORT GORDON PUBLIC AFFAIRS OFFICE training suit and played suspect. Following the demos, leaders Scott Rountree, a tax appraiser with Augusta’s municipal govern- dined on Meals Ready to Eat at ment, logs some time March 8 on the EST 2000 (for small-arms en- Gordon Lakes Golf Club. It was gagement skills training), as a participant in Leadership Augusta. one of the day’s many highlights for Scot Seabolt, who deemed Gordon, the transformation and “It’s nice to be able to meet new PHOTO BY CAPT. JARROD J. MORRIS / 3RD INFANTRY DIVISION PUBLIC AFFAIRS his chicken and noodles MRE growth on where we’re going people who are from all over the Soldiers from 3rd Infantry Division, Fort Stewart and Hunter Army Airfield receive a standing “outstanding.” Seabolt, director and what their piece of that will place … we’re all one big com- ovation from members of the House of Representatives during 3rd Infantry Division Day at of Revenue, WJBF News Chan- be out in the local community, munity,” Heffner said. the Georgia State Capitol in Atlanta, March 9. nel 6, said the event gave him a and lastly, that none of us will be “I don’t want the gate to be better sense of what a Soldier’s able to accomplish this vision of where the local community BY CAPT. JARROD “Commending the Third In- applause and standing ovation life is like. the cyber district over the next stops,” Turner added. “It’s go- MORRIS fantry Division of the United during the event. “You honor them because of 10 years by ourselves,” Turner ing to take both sides to ensure 3rd Infantry Division States Army at Fort Stewart- 3rd ID Commander Maj. what they do for the country, said. “It’s not only Fort Gordon’s success.” Public Affairs Hunter Army Airfield and Gen. Jim Rainey thanked the but you never really get a sense transformation; it’s the entire re- After lunch, the groups recognizing March 9, as Third legislature for supporting ser- of the things they do day to day,” gion.” swapped positions and finished ATLANTA, Ga. — Leaders Infantry Division Day at the vice members and families said Seabolt. “Being out here and It’s something he hopes to ac- their day with a wrap-discussion. and Soldiers from the 3rd In- state capitol...” assigned to Fort Stewart and hearing it firsthand, experienc- complish in part by bringing fantry Division, Fort Stewart Rep. Al Williams, Rep. Ron Hunter Army Airfield, and ing an MRE … where else am I them on the installation more and Hunter Army Airfield at- Stephens, Rep. Carl Gilliard, gave brief remarks. going to do that?” often. Those who wish to sup- tended 3rd Infantry Division Rep. Bill Hitchens, and Rep. “Continue to encourage the For Jay Markwalter, Augusta port the installation by using its Day and were recognized Jon Burns, whose districts all best young men and women in Convention and Visitor Bureau’s programs and services may do on the floor of the House of include parts of Fort Stewart your communities to serve in director of Sales, the windshield so with a 12-month pass. Indi- Representatives at the Geor- or Hunter, introduced HR 490. the Army, or in the military. tour was an eye opener. viduals must have a government gia State Capitol in Atlanta, “We’re extremely proud of It’s an important mission, its “Fort Gordon is its own city out sponsor and undergo a full back- March 9. Fort Stewart,” said Williams, meaningful work, you can here,” Markwalter said. “I kind ground check prior to receiving Speaker of the House David whose leadership was key in tell by the number of veterans of knew that, but not to the level a pass. Ralston motioned for the 3rd crafting and introducing the amongst your ranks, it’s a great of detail and how by 2028, it will “I want them to use our facili- ID attendees to approach the resolution. way to start your time as an be a very, very modern campus ties, because that income will podium during the floor ses- The attending Leaders and adult,” Rainey said. and pretty incredible little city enable us to maintain more ser- sion and instructed the clerk Soldiers representing 3rd ID, “Take care of our Soldiers out here.” vices, more programs, and more to read House Resolution 490. Fort Stewart and Hunter Army and families...our families Although the installation is its recreational activities then if we The text of HR 490 began, Airfield received a round of need you,” Rainey added. “own city” with a bright future, it only serviced our own popula- Getting familiar with the con- can’t succeed on its own. Turner tion,” Turner explained. cept of MREs March 8 is Lead- emphasized a need to continue James Heffner enjoys having ac- ership Augusta participant strengthening and building new cess. Heffner, Leadership Augusta Kathie Williams, also known partnerships with surrounding board member and vice president as the owner of Cornerstone community leaders. of State Bank and Trust, frequents Academy, in Martinez. Her “I want them to understand the the bowling alley with family and challenge shown here is a pea- change in the mission on Fort attends post-wide events. nut-butter-and-jelly tortilla. ‘Tactical and Technology Day’

PHOTOS BY BILL BENGTSON / FORT GORDON PUBLIC AFFAIRS OFFICE Chip Hoynes, right, a project development consultant with Diversified (formerly Technical Innovation) offers a quick overview of his company’s products and services as a participant in Tactical and Technology Day March 8. Gordon’s Conference and Catering Center hosted the annual event that included displays from a variety of firms from coast to coast, including such names as 4K Solutions, Digital Guardian, Hitachi Cable America, Netlocity, Perkins Technical Services, TerraGo and Xerox. A series of seminars was also part of the package, with such themes as “It’s About Data” (by Digital Guardian) and “The Value of a Centralized and Virtualized Infra- structure” (by ClearCube Technology). 4: Friday, March 17, 2017 VIEWPOINT Information | Social | Commentary GLOBAL VIEW Spacing is critical when driving in construction zones

Spring and summer months In any work zone along any Stay calm. Work zones aren’t Slow down when you see the ping time will increase the mediately after you see the promise construction zones along road, major or minor, expect there to personally inconve- signs. A car traveling 60 MPH faster you’re driving. warning signs doesn’t mean America’s roads and highways the unexpected. Normal speed nience you. They’re neces- travels 88 feet per second. If Keep a safe distance be- they’re not out there. Observe and the CSRA is no different. As limits may be reduced, traffic sary to improve the roads for you’re going 60 m.p.h., and you tween your vehicle and traffic the posted signs until you see many of you are aware, we have lanes may be changed, and everyone. pass a sign that states, “Road barriers, trucks, construction the one that states you’ve left a lot of construction occurring, people and vehicles may be You may see flashing arrow Work 1,500 feet,” you’ll be in equipment and workers. Just the work zone. both on and off post, including working on or near the road. panels or “lane closed ahead” that work zone in 17 seconds. like you, highway workers Highway agencies use many major highways, such as I-20. Be alert! Pay attention to the signs. Merge as soon as possi- The most common accident want to return home safely different and varying ways to While beneficial, roadway con- signs. ble. Don’t speed up to the lane in a highway work zone is the after each day’s work. inform motorists about the lo- struction can be inconvenient and In addition to other warn- closure, then try to force your rear-end collision, so remem- Some work zones – such cation and duration of major quite dangerous unless drivers re- ings, a “flagger ahead” warn- way in - you can help maintain ber to leave two seconds of as line painting, road patch- work zones. Often, the agen- member a few basic guidelines. ing sign may be posted in the traffic flow and posted speeds braking distance between you ing and mowing are mobile, cies will suggest a detour to Below are some tips to help en- work zone. When you see this, by moving to the appropriate and the car in front of you. The moving down the road as the help you avoid the work zone sure safe driving through those stay alert and be prepared to lane at first notice of an ap- amount of space required to work is finished. Just because entirely. Plan ahead, and try road construction zones: obey the flagger’s directions. proaching work zone. provide two seconds of stop- you don’t see the workers im- an alternate route. PERSPECTIVE Texting and walking can be a COMIC dangerous combination BY TERRILL FORD walking is the leading cause ily run into someone exiting a the load you are carrying. At- Army News Service of near-misses and accidents doorway or rounding a corner -- tempting these at the same time in the workplace. Dr. Dietrich especially if they aren’t paying may not only cause you to drop We live in a world that is Jehle, a professor of emergency attention, either. Outside, we and damage the box and its con- completely controlled by our medicine at the University of have to add moving vehicles to tents, but you may also trip and mobile devices, meaning we Buffalo in New York, said in a the equation. fall and receive serious injuries. are spending more time look- 2014 news release, “While talk- To prevent accidents of this In closing, do not text and ing down than looking up. ing on the phone is a distraction, nature from occurring, safety walk (or drive). Watch where This trend is leading to more texting is much more dangerous officials recommend the fol- you are going and pay atten- accidents and health issues. because you can’t see the path lowing: tion to open doors and aisles in We all know that texting in front of you.” The same news • Do not text and walk in park- the hallways, as well as mov- and driving can be dangerous, release cited a study from Ohio ing lots or while attempting to ing vehicles in the parking lot. PVT HAZARD / Jim Boroch right? Just in case you are un- State University. It said, “The cross the street. Instead, place aware here are some statistics number of pedestrian ER visits your mobile devices in your to illustrate just how dangerous for injuries related to cell phones briefcase, book bag, purse or texting and driving can be. Tex- tripled between 2004 and 2010 pocket until you reach your ting while driving causes: -- even though the total number destination. • 1,600,000 accidents per of pedestrian injuries dropped • Do not attempt to text and year -- according to the Na- during that period.” walk at night or in the early tional Safety Council There have been a number morning hours. Visibility is al- CYBER 360 • 330,000 injuries per year of accidents and near misses ready restricted by darkness and -- Harvard Center for Risk involving people texting and adding a task that will take your Analysis Study walking. During cold or in- eyes off the direction of travel • 11 teen deaths EVERY clement weather, people walk will only increase your chances DAY – Insurance Institute for the halls for exercise. Often- of having an accident. Highway Safety times they are reading emails • Do not attempt to text and • Nearly 25 percent of ALL or texting messages and not walk while carrying boxes or car accidents paying attention to where they other large items because you Similarly, texting while are walking, and they can eas- will need both hands to secure Mattis: Social Media misconduct by

U.S. ARMY PHOTO DoD personnel won’t be tolerated U.S. Army shared on Facebook BY TERRI MOON CRONK “Lack of respect for the dig- All held accountable are looking into the matter, as Defense Media Activity nity and humanity of fellow “Our leaders at all levels of well,” Davis said. Meet Freddy, a #USArmy #K9 Soldier. members of the Department the chain of command will be Values WASHINGTON, D.C. — The of Defense is unacceptable and held accountable to ensure that “Our values extend on- and Pictured; Freddy searches for a training aide purported actions of civilian harmful to the unit cohesion each member of our military off-duty, and we want person- during a demonstration of military working and military personnel on so- necessary to battlefield vic- can excel in an environment nel experiencing or witnessing dog capabilities at Camp Arifjan, Kuwait, cial media websites, including tory,” the secretary continued. that maximizes their talents and online misconduct to promptly Mar. 7, 2017. some associated with the “Ma- “We will not excuse or tolerate [will have] no patience for those report matters to their chain of rines United” group and possi- such behavior if we are to up- who would degrade or dimin- command,” the captain said. -U.S. Army: We would love to hear stories bly others, represent egregious hold our values and maintain ish another service member,” Davis said service members about you and your Army K9 battle bud- violations of the fundamental our ability to defeat the enemy Davis said. who might feel uncomfort- dies during your time in. Please share in the values that are upheld at the De- on the battlefield.” The secretary will meet with able reporting alleged online comments. partment of Defense, Defense Defense press operations direc- uniformed and civilian leaders misconduct to their chain of Secretary Jim Mattis said. tor Navy Capt. Jeff Davis told re- in the days ahead and ensure that command have alternative -Brigitte Thesen: I hope Freddy get a good “The chain of command is porters that Mattis spoke several they are taking all appropriate ac- avenues that include family Steakdinner with all the good stuff lol !! taking all appropriate action to times during his confirmation tions to maintain good order and support services, equal oppor- investigate potential miscon- process about military service discipline, the captain added. tunity offices, Sexual Assault duct and to maintain good or- and unit cohesion and how those “The Naval Criminal Investi- Prevention and Response pro- der and discipline throughout are predicated on the core values gative Service is investigating gram, the inspector general and our armed forces,” Mattis said. of trust and mutual respect. … web sites and other services law enforcement.

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BY CAPT. JESSICA serve in these labor intensive and by pursuing her commis- DONNELLY positions. And Byrd doesn’t let sion as a maintenance officer. Army News Service any stereotypes hold her back. Additionally, outside of being a “Maybe as a female you might weapons loader during the week, EASTOVER, S.C. — There have to hit the gym a little bit Byrd also assists the command is an entire crew that gets an harder,” said Byrd. “I make chief with the base awards and F-16 Fighting Falcon fighter sure when it comes to work on recognition program during drill jet mission-ready and in the air the flight line, no one has to hold weekends. outside of just the pilot in the my hand. I am a crew member, Throughout her time serv- cockpit. One of the key mem- just like anyone else.” ing in the South Carolina Air bers are the weapons loaders With nearly four years of ser- National Guard, Byrd said her who load the munitions, install vice with the South Carolina Air favorite part of the job has been and remove alternate mission National Guard Byrd has made the camaraderie of the shop and equipment and perform end-of- an impact on her peers and su- how her unit has become a sec- runway procedures to assist the pervisors with her work ethic ond family to her. This came jet in takeoff. and positive attitude. naturally, as her brother previ- Senior Airman Sydney Byrd “Her ability to take on proj- ously served in the weapons serves in this position with the ects to completion and problem shop, giving her an opportunity South Carolina Air National solve with little input from oth- to meet and know the personnel Guard, 169th Aircraft Mainte- ers makes her a valuable asset to before joining the unit. nance Squadron. the weapons shop,” said Senior For others looking to serve, “Being a weapons troop, we Master Sgt. Michael Puck, 169th Byrd has some advice to share PHOTOS BY SENIOR AIRMAN MEGAN FLOYD/SOUTH CAROLINA AIR NATIONAL GUARD lift missiles and load bombs,” Maintenance Group supervisor. from her experiences. Air Force Senior Airman Sydney Byrd, 169th Aircraft Maintenance Squadron weapons loader, assists she said. “We get our hands Puck added, Byrd’s compe- “The Guard taught me service in affixing a bomb onto the wing of an F-16 Fighting Falcon fighter jet on the taxiway at McEntire Joint dirty.” tence, ambition and desire to before self and, most impor- National Guard Base, S.C., Nov. 22, 2016. The South Carolina Air National Guard’s 169th Fighter Wing is Typically, more physically de- learn set her apart when she tantly, improved my self-confi- the only fighter wing in the Air National Guard that is assigned to a stand-alone base, allowing for the manding career fields are domi- applied for a fulltime position dence,” said Byrd. “The Guard capability to store, build, load, and drop live tactical assets from home station. nated by males, due to the nature with the maintenance shop. is 100 percent what you make of of the work. However, with all Byrd continues to showcase her it... Soak up all the knowledge jobs being opened to females as ambition by earning a Bachelor from your leadership and ask of January 2016, it is becoming of Arts in Business Manage- questions and have pride while more common for females to ment from Clemson University you wear the uniform.”

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AS05-1551901-1 6: Friday, March 17, 2017 Fiscal readiness key to operations BY MAJ. CHRISTOPHER better readiness through current those outcomes lead to units OPHARDT force structure.” He continued being ready to deploy.” Office of the Secretary of the Army “we should use the new troops to According to the website, a fill out our current ranks, provide conference like the American WASHINGTON, D.C. — the best equipment available, and Society of Military Comptrol- Acting Secretary of the Army continue the push to modernize lers “help leaders learn, share Robert M. Speer gave the key- our dated weapons systems.” insights, and help advance crit- note address to a large crowd The Secretary called for ical business outcomes needed of government and industry comptrollers to advise Army for our warfighters.” financial managers at the 2017 senior leaders on where to use “We need to train our lead- American Society of Military the money effectively to get the ers to be well rounded and have Comptrollers’ National Capital desired outcomes for readiness the tools to provide timely, ac- Region conference held March while smartly modernizing. He curate, and reliable financial 9, at the Ronald Regan Building also emphasized the importance information to enable leaders and International Trade Center. of accelerating auditability to and managers to incorporate “We need to show that the achieve operating effectiveness. cost considerations into their money provided by Congress “We should be agile in our decision-making,” said Speer. to the Army is making a differ- responses as well as timely and Acting Secretary Speer could ence in readiness,” said Speer. responsive,” said Speer. not emphasize enough how im- He continued by saying “to tell Army senior leaders from portant professional develop-

PHOTO BY BILL ROCHE / ARMY CYBER COMMAND PUBLIC AFFAIRS the Army story about how the across the commands have ment is. Kansas Sen. Jerry Moran (fourth from right) and members of his staff join Lt. Gen. Paul M. Nakasone, taxpayer dollars are being used stated that operational tempo “I remember helping organize commander of U.S. Army Cyber Command (left of Sen. Moran); ARCYBER Command Sgt. Maj. William starts with financial managers.” is the driving force behind the this conference in the past and G. Bruns (in uniform at left); and Ronald W. Pontius, Deputy to the ARCYBER Commanding General Yesterday, the House of Rep- struggle for units to achieve how the discussions and speak- (right) for a discussion with ARCYBER Command Engineer Col. Jason Williams (gesturing) about AR- resentatives passed the Defense readiness. ers yielded so much useful in- CYBER’s future headquarters complex at Fort Gordon, Ga. The briefing was one of several the senator Spending Bill that mirrors the “As I have traveled to places formation,” said Speer. participated in during his visit to ARCYBER’s current headquarters at Fort Belvoir, Va. National Defense Authorization like Fort Bragg I have seen With new emerging threats, Act passed in December. It calls our tired installations and the budget pressures and the need for increased procurement and resources needed to complete for modernization, Speer issued a mandate of more active-duty the mission” Speer contin- a challenge to the audience. Army Cyber Command troops in the Army. ued “when you provide finical “You need to step up and Acting Secretary Speer stated, management advice you have transform how we think to meet receives visit from “we should focus on creating to know outcomes matter and today’s challenges,” said Speer. Sen. Jerry Moran

BY BILL ROCHE “It was a pleasure meeting cyberspace,” said Nakasone. Army Cyber Command with Lt. Gen. Nakasone and “Our mission is complex, but Public Affairs the cyber Soldiers he leads, our priorities here at Army that protect our nation from Cyber are clear: operate and Army Cyber Command, adversaries seeking to disrupt aggressively defend Army or ARCYBER, hosted its our way of life with asym- networks, deliver cyberspace first visit from a member of metric warfare,” said Moran. effects against our adversar- Congress March 10, when “Their critical operations and ies, and develop the tools our Lt. Gen. Paul M. Nakasone, missions in cyberspace are Army will need to maintain commanding general, AR- serving Soldiers overseas, as readiness for the future fight. CYBER, and his staff met well as Army systems and “We were grateful for the op- with Sen. Jerry Moran of programs. I appreciate all the portunity to demonstrate these Kansas, chairman of the hard work of the young, moti- priorities to such an esteemed Senate Appropriations Sub- vated Soldiers I met on Friday visitor, and send thanks to Sen. committee on Military Con- and found the visit extremely Moran his colleagues in Con- struction, Veterans Affairs valuable.” gress for their support to the and Related Agencies, at Fort “We were honored to host state-of-the-art Army Cyber Belvoir, Virginia. Sen. Moran and his team at Command Operations Cen- During the meeting, Na- Army Cyber Command Head- ter complex currently under PHOTO BY JOHN MARTINEZ / OFFICE OF THE SECRETARY OF THE ARMY kasone briefed Moran on the quarters on Friday where he construction at Fort Gordon, Acting Secretary of the Army Robert M. Speer delivers remarks during this years 2017 Washington D.C. Army’s efforts to deliver ef- met the young men and women Georgia, a regional hub of American Society of Military Comptrollers National Capital Region PDI held in Washington, D.C at the fects in cyberspace, defend that work around the clock to innovation and the eventual Ronald Reagan Building March 9. PDI is a vibrant collaborative partnership across key ASMC Washing- Army networks maintain defend our country and our center of gravity for the U.S. ton metropolitan area chapters (Washington, Potomac, Mount Vernon) to optimize DoD education and overall Army readiness. Army against adversaries in Army in Cyberspace.” professional development, dialogue, networking, as well as fund-raising for charities and scholarships.

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BY C. TODD LOPEZ shock absorbing, according to Army News Service Albert Adams, who works at the Army Natick Soldier Re- WASHINGTON, D.C. — search, Development and En- The standard issue combat gineering Center. boot most Soldiers wear to- The outsole of the new boot day, the one most commonly is connected to the leather up- worn in Iraq and Afghanistan, per via “direct attach,” Adams is great for sandy dunes, hot said. That’s a process where a dry weather, and asphalt. But kind of liquid foam is poured it’s proven not so good in hot between the rubber outsole and wet environments. So the and leather boot upper. “(It’s) Army has developed a new a lot like an injection molding jungle boot that some Soldiers process,” he said. will see this year. The foam layer between the In September, Chief of Staff rubber sole and the upper por- of the Army Gen. Mark A. Mil- tion of the boot not only pro- ley directed the Army to come vides greater shock absorbing up with a plan to outfit two full capability, but it also keeps out brigade combat teams in Ha- microbes in hot, wet environ- waii, part of the 25th Infantry ments that in the past have been Division there, with a jungle shown to eat away at the glues boot. The Army had already that held older boots together. So been testing commercial jungle the new boots won’t separate at boots at the time – with mixed the soles, he said. “It provides a results – but didn’t have a spe- high level of durability, and it cialized jungle boot, so Program also adds cushioning.” Executive Officer Soldier, head- Also part of the new boot is a quartered at Fort Belvoir, Vir- textile layer that prevents foreign ginia, had to get a plan together items from puncturing the sole of to make it happen. the boot and hurting a Soldier’s By October, the Army had foot, Adams said. The M1966 made a request to industry to boot accomplished that with a find out what was possible and, steel plate. The new boot has a by December, contracts were ballistic fabric-like layer instead. PHOTO BY C. TODD LOPEZ/ ARMY NEWS SERVICE awarded to two boot manufac- Staff Sgt. Joshua Morse, an The Army Jungle Combat Boot, under development now, features a low-height heel to prevent snags on things like vines in a jungle turers in the United States to instructor at the Jungle Opera- environment; additional drainage holes to let water out if it becomes completely soaked, speed laces so that Soldiers can don and build more than 36,700 jungle- tions Training Center in Hawaii, doff the boots more quickly, a redesigned upper to make the boots less tight when they are new, an insert that helps improve water ready combat boots, enough said the puncture resistance is drainage, a lining that helps the boot breath better and dry faster; a ballistic fabric-like layer under a Soldier’s foot to help prevent to outfit both full IBCTs in welcome. He said punji sticks, punctures, and a foam layer between the rubber sole and the upper to provide greater shock absorbing capability. The JCB will Hawaii. familiar to Vietnam War vet- be issued this spring and summer to two full brigade combat teams in Hawaii, part of the 25th Infantry Division, for evaluation. “This is important to the Ar- erans, are still a problem for my and important to Soldiers Soldiers. “The designs were conjured and need, we boil that down to boots and get their feedback, there, the determination will be in a hot, high-humidity, high- “They use these punji pits for up in a lab somewhere, and they the salient characteristics, hand good and bad,” said Scott A. made, if we had a product we are moisture area,” said Lt. Col. hunting purposes,” he said. “In were brought out here, and the that over to our science and Fernald, an acquisition techni- satisfied with, or if we need to John Bryan, product manager Brunei, you are literally in the main focus was the field test technology up at Natick; they cian with PEO Soldier. “From go back and do some tweaking.” for Soldier Clothing and Indi- middle of nowhere in this jun- with us,” Morse said. “A lot of work with us and industry, the vidual Equipment with PEO gle, and there are natives that us have worn these boots for a manufacturing base, to come Soldier. “We are responding live in that area and still hunt in year now, different variants of up with this product,” Ferenczy as quickly as we possibly can that area, and it can be an issue.” the boots. And all the feedback said. “This is a huge win, a great Attic Treasures with the best available, im- And in mangrove swamps, he that we’ve put into this, and giv- win story for the Army because mediate capability to get it on said, “you can’t see anything. en to the companies, they have it was such a quick turnaround.” Soldiers’ feet quickly and then You don’t know what’s under come back and given us better In March, the Army will be- of Harlem refine and improve as we go.” your feet at all. There are a lot of products every single time.” gin fielding the current iteration sharp objects in there as well.” Morse said he was initially of the JCB to Soldiers in the first Mixing legacy with tech The new JCB also features a reluctant to wear the new jun- of two brigade combat teams in Right now, the new jungle heel with a lower height than the gle boots he had been asked to Hawaii. During that fielding, the boot the Army developed will M1966 model to prevent snags evaluate. On a trip to Brunei, he boots will be available in sizes 7 HALF OFF SALE be for Soldiers with the 25th on things like vines in a jungle recalled, he went instead with to 12. In June, the Army will be- ID in Hawaii – primarily be- environment. That prevents what he was already familiar gin fielding the JCB to the sec- cause there are actually jungles tripping and twisted ankles. with and what he trusted – a pair ond BCT, this time with a wider Friday, March 24 in Hawaii that Soldiers there The boot also has additional of boots he’d worn many times, array of sizes available: sizes 3 must contend with. The new drainage holes to let water out if the kind worn by Soldiers in the to 16, in narrow, regular, wide boots look remarkably similar it becomes completely soaked, deserts of Iraq and Afghanistan. and extra wide. They will also •New &Used Items to the current boots Soldiers speed laces so that Soldiers can “I wore a pair of boots I’d had go back and take care of those •Suits to Sinks wear. They are the same color, don and doff the boots more for a couple of years,” he said. “I Soldiers from the initial field- •Amazing Selection of Furniture, China, Pictures, for instance. And the boots, quickly, a redesigned upper to wore them in Brunei and I had ing who didn’t get boots due to Books, Kitchen Ware,and Appliances! which Bryan said are called the make the boots less tight when trench foot within a week. But their size not being available. A •Shoes &Accessories “Army Jungle Combat Boot” or they are new, an insert that helps then I thought, I have this brand third fielding in September will “JCB” for short, sport a variety improve water drainage, and a new pair of test boots that they ensure that all Soldiers from Open Wednesday &Thursday 10 am-4pm of features drawn from both lining that provides for better asked me to test; they are not the second fielding have boots. Friday 10 am-6 pm AS14-1549979-1 the legacy M1966 Vietnam- ventilation and faster drying broken in, but I’m going to give Each Soldier will get two pairs Attic Treasures of Harlem is anon-profit gaor nization giving era jungle boot and modern than the old boot. them a shot. I put them on. After of JCBs. back all profits to the community.Over$250,000 donated and technology. “You’re going to be stepping 46 days soaking wet, nonstop, In all, more than 36,700 JCBs over 100 families enjoyed aChristmas. 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BY DAVID VERGUN Hill by Lt. Gen. Joseph An- deferred many modernization results in the removal of four Army News Service derson, Army G-3/5/7, and Lt. investments which allowed our to five percent excess capacity, Gen. Gwen Bingham, assistant competitors to gain advantages so the Army would still hold a WASHINGTON, D.C. — Lt. chief of staff for Installation in such areas as fires, area mis- tremendous amount of excess Gen. Aundre Piggee, Army Management. All three tes- sile defense and armor.” infrastructure, she explained G-4, identified for lawmakers tified at the hearing on “The The Army also would like to Asked about the impact of the top two items the Army Current State of U.S. Army increase the number of combat the Army civilian hiring freeze, KEEP considers priorities for funding. Readiness.” training center rotations “from Anderson replied it affects “all The first is prepositioned Anderson said he welcomed 19 starting in this fiscal year, up things readiness – going to war stocks, he told the House the growth of the total Army to 20 in FY20,” he added. capabilities, from force protec- CALM Armed Services Readiness to 1,018,000, as authorized by Installations also need a tion, to training, to running Subcommittee Wednesday. the National Defense Authori- funding infusion. Bingham ranges.” To compensate, the AND Those stocks would be used zation Act for fiscal year 2017. said 22 percent of installation Army has been forced to en- by the combatant command- “If funded, we will use these facilities, or 33,000 structures list Soldiers to perform duties ers for early-entry forces. Of increases to fill gaps in our are rated as in “poor and failing usually performed by civilians. WASH immediate concern is filling current formations to prevent conditions.” It would take $10.8 These “borrowed” Soldiers are the Army Prepositioned Stock the development of a hollow billion to fix them up. missing out on their own train- 2 in Europe. force,” he said. She added that about 20 per- ing, he added. YOUR The second big priority is Asked if that was a sufficient cent of all facilities are catego- Bingham said the hiring munitions, he said. The Army number of Soldiers, Anderson rized as “excess infrastructure,” freeze has impacted child de- is short of “preferred muni- replied that he believes that the meaning that they’re not being velopment centers, particularly tions.” He explained that pre- Army chief of staff said that 1.2 used or are underutilized, and part-time child development HANDS ferred munitions include those million “is the one that reduces maintaining those facilities services. However, no child used for the Patriot and Termi- us to moderate risk.” costs money. development centers have yet nal High Altitude Area Defense Funding levels commen- “We still are favorable to a closed. systems, as well as Hellfire surate with the end-strength BRAC,” she said, meaning a new She added that the acting sec- missiles and Excalibur rounds increase will enable the Army round of Base Realignment and retary of the Army has validated used for howitzers. to invest in modernizing its Closure. However, in historical and approved over 5,000 exemp- CS243041A Piggee was joined on Capitol equipment, he continued. “We terms, a round of BRAC only tions to the hiring freeze.

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BY CHAPLAIN (MAJ.) What does building a good Address commonly known cognitive behavioral therapy family, others do. But it is a fice has two events planned. A WILLIAM C. family require? First, acknowl- aspects of your relationships. for the soul and family. guarantee that you will never day event is planned for single NICHOLAS, JR. edge you have the capacity to Recognition of spouses, chil- So what results if you seek, build a better living of life if Soldiers April 21. An evening Garrison Chaplain’s Center build up yourself and others dren, siblings, friends and as- gain, and do such things? You you do not change for better. In event is planned for couples (Ecclesiastes 3:3). Second, sociates builds appreciation. get a better version of yourself. the words of Star Trek captain May 19. What important goal are you increase self-awareness and Giving public recognition and This is crucial for singles, be- Jean Luc Picard, “Make it so!” I close with a scripture for striving for to build up your fam- knowledge about healthy re- credit builds respect and repu- cause like in physics – likes Many at Fort Gordon dedicate your reflection. “But you, dear ily? What are you doing to realize lationships. Learning does not tations. Honesty (confession), tends to attract. Start building their lives for such change. Two friends, carefully build your- the dream? These are important occur by osmosis. It is gained thoughtfulness (understand- in you a foundation in yourself, prominent sources are chaplains selves up in this most holy faith questions not only for premarital by seeking opportunities to ing), caring (compassion), and for the future family for which and ACS. They form a greater by praying in the Holy Spirit, couples, or newlyweds. They are learn, and learning from oth- graciousness (forgiving) builds you aspire. For couples it gets community offering classes, staying right at the center of crucial at any age - especially for ers. Third, it requires applica- up. Appropriate physical touch you not only a better version of counseling, and events. Your God’s love, keeping your arms singles. You don’t have to wait to tion in your life and practice reassures and communicates yourselves. In theory, it may unit chaplain spends much time open and outstretched, ready begin with marriage or a birth of a with others. Start with rela- belonging. Practicing these get you a better version of your doing Strong Bonds events. for the mercy of our master, child. It can begin today - I’ll use tionships at hand. Building a each day – you will tear down marriage. “In theory” means, Seek out your chaplain to find Jesus Christ. This is the un- the terms “marriage” and “fam- family is never exclusively a what is bad and build up in its there is no guarantee because when the next event or for coun- ending life, the real life!” (Jude ily” interchangeably. solo endeavor. place the good. It’s a kind of you want a better marriage or sel. The Center Chaplain’s Of- 20-21, MSG)

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CHURCH OF House of Mercy Ministries COGIC Mason Chapel Church St. Luke Anglican-Catholic Church 3402 Gordon Highway THE ATONEMENT (EPISCOPAL) of God in Christ 3081 Wheeler Road, Augusta, Ga 2616 Tobacco Road, Hephzibah, GA Grovetown, GA 30813 1132 ½ Roselle Street Service Times Phone: 706-736-7479 706-796-3545 Sunday School 10:30am Augusta, GA 30901 Rev.Dr. Kurt D. Miller Sunday Worship 11:45am Pastor: Daniel Gant, M.Div. Sunday: 9:30 a.m. Sunday School Wednesday Bible Study 7:30pm Vicar Sunday School - 10:00 am 10:30 a.m. Holy Communion 2 Miles from Gate 5 Saturday Prayer 10:00am Pastor Quatin F. Robinson Sunday Morning Worship – 11:00 am Wednesday: 6:00 p.m. Evening Prayer Sunday-Holy Eucharist Elect Lady Yvette Robinson Bible Study and Simple Supper 8:00 a.m.& 10 a.m. 706-831-5913/4985 Adult and Youth Bible Study Sunday School 11:30 a.m. houseofmercyministriescogic.com Tuesday Evening – 6:30 pm [email protected] Outreach We use the 1928 Book of Monday-Food Pantry www.facebook.com/hommcogic Common Prayer 10 a.m.– NOON “Where the Word of God is preached Host Site for Narcotics Anonymous Wednesday and the people are reached” •Sunday 5:00 p.m.– 6:30 p.m. Evening Prayer 6:00 p.m. •Monday 7:00 p.m. – 8:30 p.m. Bible Study 7:00 p.m. Jenkins Memorial For information or transportation please call (706) 774-0030 or email: ADVENT LUTHERAN CHURCH – Christian Methodist Episcopal Church [email protected] EVANS CHURCH OF CHRIST Reverend Dr. Timothy R. Green, Jr., Pastor (ELCA) 515 Gibbs Rd., Evans, GA 3232 Washington Road, Augusta, Ga. (706) 855-1249 4218 Windsor Spring Road Warren Grovetown Rev. Jason Peterson (3.7 miles from Gate 5) New Frazier Temple Church of God in Christ 777 Horizon South Parkway Rev. Andrea Windsor Peterson www.evansgachurchofchrist.org Hephzibah, Georgia 30815 2029 Gordon Highway Grovetown, GA 30813 706-860-0439 Preacher: John O'Dell 706-790-1040 Pastor: Elder Charles L. 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WEDNESDAY Bible Study Wednesday@7:00 p.m. 706-860-2897; 706-294-0048; 706-373-2540 Adult Life Groups Bible Study: 7:00pm Before and After School Program warrengrovetown.org www.adventaugusta.org & Summer Camp [email protected] GREATER AUGUSTA http://www.JenkinsCME.org REFUGE IN ZION TEMPLE (COOLJC) APOSTOLIC CHUCH JESUS CHRIST HOUSE OF PRAYER 4406 Wrighstboro Road 320 E. Milledgeville Rd. 3458 A Peach Orchard Rd. Harlem, GA 30814 Grovetown, GA 30813 Augusta, GA 30906 (706) 863-2285 706.627.4570 www.apostolicministries.net Sunday service is at 9am. (9 miles west of the Main Gate on Hwy 78) Sundays: Pastor: Bishop Dr. John W. Lockett, Jr. Want to learn about Jesus Christ? Whole Life Ministries Morning Worship 10:00 AM We welcome you! Sunday Services Dr. Sandra G. 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(for videos of services) CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Visit our website www.wholelife.org Pre-K 3&4 Mon - Fri Sunday Morning Service: 10:30am For more information please call or email at 9:00 a.m. Sunday School [email protected] Royal Rangers (Boys) K-12 Mon-Thurs (Nursery Offered For All Services) Impact Girls For more information, Live Stream Sundays Only 10:30 a.m. Worship Service please call or email at Wednesday Night 7:00pm RESTORATION CHURCH Lamb’s Fold (ages 3-5) [email protected] Break-Out Studies For All Ages (A church that is restoring lives daily) Kids Life and AMP Student Ministries Senior Pastors, Drs. Michael & Kidz World (ages 6-12) Bernita Mitchell SALT Groups (Small Groups) Wide Variety Of Small Groups 2404 Tobacco Rd Meet throughout the area during the GROVETOWN CHURCH OF (approx. 4 miles outside of gate 5) WILDWOOD CHRISTIAN CHURCH CHRIST For More Info Visit Our Website Augusta GA 30906 week. (706) 796-1400 2627 Tobacco Road Columbia County Campus 501 East Robinson Avenue, www.lifepointchurchaugusta.com Hepzibah, Georgia 30815 4332 Wrightsboro Road Grovetown GA 30813 Service Times Phone: (706) 793-1413 Grovetown, Georgia (706)869-9422 Living Waters Church Sundays 9:45 AM Or Donald Bourke (706) 799-2505 1319 Community Park Rd Children’s Church available (near Dyess Parkway) [email protected] Augusta, Georgia 30909-9507 (Except the last Sunday of the Month) Visit our website: www.wccaug.com Early Service Minister: Bro Robert J. Ray Sunday School 9:30 Sunday 8:00 am Worship 10:30 Bible Study & Teens Ministry 1 Mile outside Gate 5 on Tobacco Road Tuesday SUNDAY Services Wednesday Prayer 6:30 Wednesdays 7 PM “A Christian Church Abounding In Love” 6:00 pm Service Bible Study: 10:00 am Music 6:45 Come and Get Your Free Hugs on Sunday! Morning Worship: 11:00 am Service 7-8:00 For more information: Wednesday Visit our website: www.rmicf.org Services are: 6:30 pm FULL GOSPEL, Non-Denomination,Praise,Worship Facebook: @ Restoration Ministries International WEDNESDAY and Hymns Music Christian Fellowship Sunday School------10 A.M. Teen/Student Ministries Evening Bible Study: 6:30 pm 10 mins from Gate 1,3 mls west of Aug Mall Twitter: @ DrMikeMitchell Morning Worship------11 A.M. Check out our website for more information “The Grovetown Church of Christ Pastor Oscar and Jean Whiteside, Jr @DrBernita Children’s Church------11 A.M. www.augustafirst.org Welcomes You” (706) 860-8586 lwcnow.com Email: [email protected] Youth Group------6 P.M. BRIEFS Friday, March 17, 2017: 11 Calendar | Events | Services

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For full details, brake and tire inspection, AC sys- all you need to begin volunteer- a current copy of the child’s IEP purposes of residency training. visit www.fortgordon.com. tem and other common problems. ing at the stables and the skills and arrive at your scheduled If selected, patients will receive Painting class Free childcare to be provided All classes begin at 10 a.m. Reg- to care for horses. The class will time. To reserve an appointment, a new set of dentures at no cost, The Paint Me Pretty class, by CYS, call (706)791-1305 to ister at www.fortgordon.com. be held Saturdays and Sundays call (706)791-9707. with a limited amount of follow- March 31, is doing a special register. and is open to ages 14 and up. For up care. Call (706) 787-5102 to spring centered piece. Cost for Employer Panel more information or to sign up, Open Mic Night set up a screening appointment each person is $35, which covers The Living Last Supper Employment call (706) 791-4864. Visit the BOSS Headquarters Monday to Thursday from 8 to all materials, supplies, appetizers A Living Last Supper is Readiness is for Open Mic Night March 24. 11:30 a.m. or 12:30 to 4 p.m. and beverages. For more details, scheduled to be held 7 p.m. looking for Free golf lessons Whether it is music, poetry, spo- call (706)791-4300. Registration April 12 and 13 at Bicen- some military The “Hook a Soldier” golf ken word or just talking to your- VA town hall is due by March 29. Spaces are tennial Chapel, located on spouse (vol- program is a great opportunity self, everyone is welcome. Bring The leadership of Charlie Nor- limited and it is first come first Brainard Avenue. Attend the unteers) who for Soldiers and their fami- your own drinks and snacks, set- wood VA Medical Center has a serve. dramatic presentation of the would like to participate on an em- lies to pick up a relaxing and tle in for a fun night. For more quarterly Veterans Town Hall last supper through the twelve ployer panel with keynote speak- healthy habit. Every Saturday information, please visit www. scheduled for March 29 from Junior PGA disciple’s experiences with Je- ers, June 21 from 9 a.m. until 2 from 10:30 to 11:30 a.m., Gor- fortgordon.com/events. 4-5 p.m., in Aiken, S.C. The Junior PGA sus. For more information, call p.m. One of the requirement is that don Lakes Golf Club will host meeting will take place in the Clinic regis- (706)791-5653. they would prefer a spouse who free one-hour golf lessons. No Basketball tournament Sandlapper Conference Room tration ends has been employed within the last reservations are required. Golf Get in on the madness with the at the Aiken County Govern- M a r c h 3 0 . Reserve’s Birthday year. If interested in the opportuni- lessons are open to active duty March Madness 3 on 3 basket- ment Center, 1930 University All practices The U.S. Army Reserve cel- ty to provide effective feedback on and family members. Call the ball tournament, set for March Parkway, Aiken S.C., 29801. and matches ebrates 109 years. A cake cut- employment trends and opportu- Pro Shop for more information 25 at Cyber Fitness Center. For All area Veterans are invited. will be April through July. ting ceremony is scheduled nities, this is a great chance. Those at (706) 791-2433. more information, call (706)791- Medical Center leadership will Don’t miss out on this amazing 11:30 – 3 p.m. April 22 at the interested should contact Crystal 7370/8266. Registration ends provide an update on issues af- opportunity. For more details, Barton Field Amphitheater. Cochran at (706)791-0795, by the Water aerobics March 17. fecting veterans and their care. visit www.fort For more information, con- end of April so that we can provide Free water aerobics classes are Veterans can check in with gordon.com. tact Master Sgt. Chaundra additional information. I will need offered each third Saturday of Dare to Tri Triathlon subject-matter experts in enroll- Gore at (706)791-5878 or email a firm commitment as the panel the month at 9 a.m. for 45 min- Dare to Tri your hardest at the ment, eligibility, benefits, use of Over-30 Basketball League chaundra.n.gore.mil@mail. includes many key leaders. utes at the Indoor Pool. Autho- Sprint Triathlon, March 25. The MyHealtheVet, the Vets Center, If you have some basketball mil. rized ID card users are allowed course will begin and end at the and more. The event will last skills, are 30 or over and want Resume Prep to bring two guests. Registration Indoor Pool, and cover swim- about 60 minutes. For more in- to get social and active, this bas- Earth Day The Fort Gordon Employment is not needed. For more informa- ming, running and biking. For formation, call (706) 733-0188 ketball league is just the thing Celebrate Army Earth Day Readiness Program will assist tion, call (706) 791-3034. FOR YOUR INFORMATION

Debt notice Services team in Building #329 Catholic women Thursdays at the Religious Edu- for $40. For full details visit, Range Safety Briefs Second Lt. Evan Turner is au- Central Hospital Road, and the The Center cation Center, Bldg. 13. Child www.fortgordon.com. Range Safety Briefs re- thorized to make disposition of Outpatient Behavioral Health Chaplain’s Of- care is provided at the Thurs- sume regular schedule for the personal effects of Air Force Services Team team on the 13th fice sponsors day morning group for those Horse Stables 2017. In accordance with the Staff Sgt. Alexander Earles, 3rd floor of DDEAMC. All staff the Catholic who are centrally and locally Hilltop Riding Stables has USACyberCoE&FG Regulation Intelligence Squadron, as stated phone numbers will remain the Wo m e n of registered with Child and Youth boarding slots open. There are 350-19, safety briefs will be con- in Air Force Instruction 34-511. same. The SUDCC Main Treat- the Chapel at Services. For more information, several packages to fit any bud- ducted each second and fourth Any person having claims for ment Clinic will be in Building Good Shepherd Chapel on Barnes email get and with regular access to Thursday of the calendar month or against the deceased, contact #329. SUDCC front desk number Avenue on the first Friday of the [email protected]. your horse, you can ride when- at 0900. Unit S-3s are required Turner at (762)206-9039. is (706)787-5392, (706)787-3673. month starting with the Rosary at ever you would like. For more to submit memorandums to the Appointments and cancellations 5:45 p.m., then Mass and dinner Knitting group information, call (706)791- Range Control Office by 4 p.m. Lunch workout should use the main number to afterward. All women of the cha- The Knitting Circle at the 4864 “Tuesday prior to the following Get a quick sweat on during ensure best access to care, to pel are invited to attend. For more Woodworth Consolidated Li- Thursday’s class.” Memorandums lunch at Cyber Fitness Center. avoid confusion and no-shows. information, call (706) 726-0651 brary meet Saturdays 11 a.m. Fitness Center hours must be signed by a battalion com- The 30-minute full body boot- SUDCC Clinical Director Eliz- or email cwoc@ to 12:30 p.m. Learn new tech- Gordon Fit- mander or higher and can be sub- camp workout is held Mondays, abeth Pollock and Tatjana Ray- saintmichaelparishfg.org. niques or share your knowledge ness Center mitted electronically or delivered Wednesdays and Fridays from croft will be co-located with and stories. For more details, has new hours to Range Control in hardcopy. noon to 12:30 pm. For more de- the OBHS at DDEAMC. Intake Protestant women call (706)791-0396. beginning in Briefings are designed for NCOs, tails, call (706)791-7370. and individual appointments The Center Chaplain’s Office January. They sergeant and above, and officers, with Pollock and Raycroft will sponsors the Protestant Women Community Garden will be open who will fill the positions as officer- Substance abuse clinic be held at DDEAMC. Provid- of the Chapel. The PWOC’s fall The Fort Gordon Community Monday to Friday, 5 a.m. to 9 in-charge or range safety officer on Substance Use Disorder Clini- ers direct lines remain the same. groups will be held at 7 p.m. Garden opens March 1. Be pre- p.m.; Saturday, 8 a.m. to 9 p.m.; live fire ranges and training areas. cal Care team will be in two The OBHS front desk number Tuesdays at the Center Chap- pared by purchasing your 9’ x 9’ and Sunday, 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. For more information, contact Ran- locations, co-located with the is (706)787-8134 for patient ap- lain’s Office, Bldg. 29601 on plot any time after Feb. 1. Each For more details, call (706) 791- dy Harris at (706)791-5005 or email Community Behavioral Health pointments. Barnes Avenue, and 9:30 a.m. plot can be leased for the season 1662. [email protected]. Fort Gordon Religious Services Schedule Protestant Services (Sundays): Prayer Time, Islamic Center, Saturdays...... 6:00 a.m. Adults Classes: Jumah (Friday) Prayer Services, Islamic Activity Ctr ...... 12:30 p.m. Prot Adult Studies, Sun, Religious Ed Ctr ...... 9:30 a.m. Contemporary Service, Friendship Chapel ...... 10:00 a.m. (1:30 DST) Cath RCIA / “Coffee & Theology,” Sun, Ctr Chaplain’s Ofc ...... 11:30 a.m. Eisenhower Army Medical Center Chapel ...... 9:30 a.m. Faith Gospel Service, Good Shepherd Chapel ...... Noon. Latter Day Saints Services: Catholic Women of the Chapel, 1st Fri, Good Shep Chapel ...... 5:45 p.m. CWOC Faith Study-Mon, Rel Ed Center (Info-707-365-7253) ... 9:30 a.m. Collective Protestant, Bicentennial Chapel ...... 11:00 a.m. For Information: (801) 653-2057 Catholic Adult Bible Study, Tue, Good Shepherd Chapel ...... 7:00 p.m. Sunday Worship, Barnes Ave Friendship Chapel ...... 1:30 p.m. Faith Gospel Study, Wed, Religious Ed Center ...... 7:00 p.m. Home Evening Group, Mondays in BAFC ...... 6:30 p.m. Catholic Services: Postwide Bible Study Luncheon, Wed, Bicentennial Chapel .... 11:30 a.m. Institute of Religion, Fridays, Barnes Ave Friendship Chapel ...... 7:00 p.m. Daily Mass: Mon-Fri, DDEAMC Chapel – 11:45. Sunday Mass .. 12:45 p.m. Prot Women of the Chapel, Tue, CCO/RSO ...... 7:00 p.m. Weekday Mass: Mon – Fri, Good Shepherd Chapel ...... 11:30 a.m. Wiccan/Pagan Services: Prot Women of the Chapel, Thur, Religious Ed Ctr ...... 9:30 a.m. *Confessions: Sat-3:00, Good Shepherd Chapel & Sun ...... 9:30 a m. Vigil Mass: Sat, Good Shepherd Chapel ...... 4:00 p.m. For Information: (706) 833-5088 Directory: Spanish Mass: Sat, Good Shepherd Chapel ...... 5:30 p.m. Fort Gordon Open Circle, Sun, Center Chaplain’s Ofc ...... 2:00 p.m. Sunday Mass: Good Shepherd Chapel ...... 9:00 a.m. Center Chaplain’s Office, (Info), Bldg 29601, Barnes Ave ...... 791-5653 Religious Education/Bible Classes: Bicentennial Chapel, Bldg 28414, Brainard Ave ...... 791-3959 Jewish Activities: Children & Youth Classes: Good Shepherd Chapel, Bldg 29608, Barnes Ave ...... 791-4308 Roman Catholic Office ...... 791-2945 For Information: Mr. Shoenholz, (706) 787-1353 Protestant Sunday School, Sun, Religious Ed Ctr ...... 9:30 a.m. Faith Gospel Service, Good Shepherd Chapel ...... 791-4308 Group Study; 1st & 3rd Thurs, 1200-1245, DDEAMC, Room 11C46. Catholic RE (CCD), Sun (Sept-May), Religious Ed Ctr ...... 11:30 a.m. Friendship Chapel, Bldg 25603, Barnes Ave ...... 791-2056 Holy Day, Sabbath, and Daily Services available off post. Catholic Youth Ministry, Sun, Religious Ed Ctr ...... 11:30 p.m. DDEAMC Chapel, Hospital, 3rd Floor ...... 787-6667 Protestant Youth of the Chapel (call 706-294-0677), Sun, BAFC .5:00 p.m. Islamic Services: Chaplain Family Life Center, Bldg 38804, Academic Dr ...... 791-1732 Youth Groups and Other RE Programs: For Information, 706-791-4703 For Information: (706) 399-5006 Religious Education Center, Bldg 39709, 39th St ...... 791-4703 12: Friday, March 17, 2017

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