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JULY 12, 2012 JULY 27 VOL. 54, NO. 28 11 a.m. JBSA-FSH A PUBLICATION OF THE 502nd AIR BASE WING – JOINT BASE SAN ANTONIO – FORT SAM HOUSTON Bowling Center Texas senator visits wounded GRANADEROS ceremony warriors, families at WFSC By Staff Sgt. Keith Anderson ARNORTH Public Affairs

U.S. Sen. Kay Bailey Hutchison of Texas attended a private Purple Heart ceremony as part of a visit to the Warrior and Family Support Center July 2. The ceremony was for a Soldier wounded in Afghanistan during a dismounted patrol in June 2012. Maj. Gen. Walter Davis, deputy commanding general, U.S. Army North, hosted the ceremony. After the ceremony, Hutchison toured the facility with Davis and WFSC program direc- tor Judith Markelz and met with wounded Photo by Staff Sgt. Keith Anderson warriors and their families. U.S. Sen. Kay Bailey Hutchison of Texas (center) meets with “It is always so moving to visit with Sol- Capt. Larkin O’Hern, a triple-amputee, and his wife, Rachael, diers who have been wounded while fighting during a July 2 visit to the Warrior and Family Support Center. for their country – and with their families,” O’Hern, who is working as a planner at U.S. Army North, told the senator about his desire to work in the Army Congressional See HUTCHISON, P9 Fellowship program. SAMMC Cancer Care Program expected to rank among nation’s best By Elaine Sanchez oncology. ensure the program is meet- BAMC Public Affairs The Commission on Can- ing standards. cer was “very pleased overall The survey includes re- San Antonio Military with our program and gave us viewing clinical services; can- Medical Center’s Cancer Care many compliments,” said Col. cer care tumor boards that Program just wrapped up a (Dr.) George Peoples. “The sur- provide a forum for multi-dis- re-accreditation survey, and veyor said our program should cipline cancer treatment plan- already has received glowing be easily accredited.” ning; quality improvement remarks for its quality and The Commission, managed programs; tumor registry and level of care. by the American College of database; research; and how Initial results indicate the Surgeons, reviews cancer care the program is evaluating Photo by Esther Garcia program should rank among programs to ensure they meet patient outcomes and improv- Retired Navy Capt. Joel Escamilla, who serves as the Governor General, Order of the the top cancer programs the criteria for accreditation. ing care. Granaderos y Damas de Galvez, leads members of the order's Color Guard in the pre- in the nation, according to Once accredited, surveyors sentation of the colors at the 28th Annual Fourth of July Patriotic Ceremony at the SAMMC’s chief of surgical return every three years to See SAMMC, P7 Fort Sam Houston National Cemetery. For story and more photos, turn to page 12. VISIT NEWS LEADER ONLINE: HTTP://WWW.SAMHOUSTON.ARMY.MIL/PAO PAGE 2 NEWS LEADER JULY 12, 2012 FORT SAM HOUSTON Defense Department releases do’s, don’ts for military voters A PUBLICATION OF THE 502nd AIR BASE WING – JOINT BASE SAN ANTONIO – FORT SAM HOUSTON explains that these are ment linked to the memo, Editorial Staff By Katie E. Nelson inference of approval Army News Service or endorsement of can- not all-inclusive rules, service members may 502nd Air Base Wing Commander didates for political of- but are more of a broad express their personal Brig. Gen. Theresa C. Carter With election season fice by DOD or the U.S. set of parameters meant opinions via social media, Public Affairs Officer fast approaching, the military,” the memo to illustrate acceptable as long as they do not tie Karla L. Gonzalez Department of Defense stated. and unacceptable actions. those views to the DOD. Editor published a set of guide- The document cites Exceptions and more in- In addition, the memo- Steve Elliott lines June 19, for military wearing a military uni- depth regulations can be randum outlines guide- personnel detailing what’s form while taking part found in the hyperlinks lines for federal employ- Associate Editor L. A. Shively allowed and what’s re- in political activism attached to the docu- ees concerning what the stricted when participat- as an example of violat- In addition to specify- ment. Hatch Act allows and Writer/Editor ing in political activities. ing the rules because it ing which actions are “The [record] does not doesn’t when it comes to Lori Newman The four-page DOD implies military endorse- considered unfavorable, constitute a complete political activities. Layout Artist memorandum, signed ment. there are also a number listing of permissible or The release of the Joe Funtanilla by Deputy Secretary of Also included in the list of guidelines explaining impermissible activities,” document was intended Defense Ashton B. Carter, of prohibited activities is allowable behavior for according to the memo. to clarify the boundaries News Leader office: opens with an urging to holding a leadership posi- military personnel. 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The appearance of advertising https://rapids-appointments. in this publication, including inserts or supplements, does not constitute endorse- dmdc.osd.mil. Appointments are ment by the U.S. Air Force. Stories and photos available at all ID card facilities for publication consideration may be e-mailed to [email protected] or lori.a.newman. throughout Joint Base San [email protected] by close of business Friday. Antonio. JULY 12, 2012 NEWS LEADER PAGE 3 News Briefs AETC enlisted calls Fristoe takes command of 32nd Medical Brigade planned for July 17, 18 By Esther Garcia the ceremony’s review- Air Education and Training Com- AMEDDC&S Public Affairs ing officer. mand holds an enlisted call with Chief “Clearly we have Master Sgt. James Cody Tuesday in Col. William LaChance witnessed leadership the Joint Base San Antonio-Randolph relinquished command at its best and we have Base Theater July 17. The times are: of the 32nd Medical benefited by Bill’s ex- 7:30-8:30 a.m. for grades E-4 and below, Brigade to Col. Jonathan traordinary talents,” the 10:30-11:30 a.m. for NCOs and noon to Fristoe in a change of general added. 1 p.m. for senior NCOs. Air Force enlisted c o m m a n d c e r e m o n y Volpe said under members at Fort Sam Houston are asked July 3 at MacArthur LaChance’s leadership, to attend the enlisted call at Randolph. Field, while family, the brigade trained more The AETC enlisted call for Lackland will friends, military and than 20,000 Soldier be held at the Gateway Club July 18. community leaders, medics, and countless The times are as follows: 9-10 a.m., for former commanders and enlisted, noncommis- grades E-4 and below, 10:30-11:30 a.m. Soldiers assigned to the sioned officers and for NCOs and 2-3 p.m. for senior NCOs. 32nd Medical Brigade’s officer leaders, ensuring For more information, call 652-3526 three subordinate Army medicine remains battalions looked on. at the tip of the spear in Photo by Esther Garcia 106th Signal Brigade “For the past two health care for decades (From left) Maj. Gen. Phil Volpe, commanding general, U.S. Army Medical Department Center and Change of Command, AOR years as the commander to come. School, presents the 32nd Medical Brigade colors to incoming commander Col. Jonathan Fristoe at Col. Christopher S. Haigh will of the 32nd Medical Bri- “He established a pro- a change of command ceremony at MacArthur Field July 3. To the right is outgoing commander Col. relinquish command of the 106th Signal gade, Col. Bill LaChance fessional and account- William LaChance. Brigade to Col. Jay K. Chapman in a has been absolutely phe- able command climate ceremony at 9 a.m. July 20 at the Big nomenal,” said Maj. Gen. envied by most,” Volpe ities led to building one tinue at the AMEDDC&S “As I reflect, it is not Area Tent, located at 3001 Marvin Woods Philip Volpe, command- said. “Bill is a Soldier’s of the most disciplined as the director of the turf or barracks im- St. There will also be an assumption ing general, U.S. Army Soldier. His dedication and highly performing Leader Training Cen- provements or training of responsibility ceremony for Com- Medical Department and awesome perfor- units in Army Medicine.” t e r, A c a d e m y o f H e a l t h mand Sgt. Maj. Kevin Schehl. For more Center and School and mance of his responsibil- LaChance will con- Science. See 32ND MB, P18 information, call 295-5940.

5th Bde, Army Cadet Command Change of Command Fort Sam Houston Independent School District’s Siller Col. Bridget M. Rourke will relinquish command of the 5th Brigade, U.S. Army Cadet Command to Col. James E. Dodson at 11 a.m. July 20 at the AMEDD wins superintendent of the year for Region 20 Museum, Building 1046, at the corner By Jayne Hatton board of trustees from board president Deborah Christi native has served of Stanley Road and Harry Wurzbach. FSHISD Associate Superintendent any of the state’s 1,034 Seabron. on the board of directors Ceremony will be conducted outside, school districts. Each of “She demonstrates for numerous national reception to follow inside the museum. Dr. Gail Siller, super- the 20 regions in Texas strong leadership skills, and statewide organiza- intendent of Fort Sam reviews nomination is dedicated to improv- tions and held many Army Chaplains Corp Houston Independent documents and submits ing the quality of educa- other education leader- 237th Anniversary School District, was one nominee to a state tion in our schools, and ship positions. The 502d Mission Support Group named the Education selection committee. committed to involving She earned her Installation Chaplain’s Office celebrates Service Center, Region A series of interviews parents and community bachelor’s degree from the 237th anniversary of the U.S. Army 20, Superintendent of narrows the competi- partners in the educa- The University of Texas Chaplain Corps at 11 a.m. July 27 at the the Year regional winner tion to five finalists with tion of students,” Sea- at Austin, her master’s Joint Base San Antonio-Fort Sam Houston June 28. one selected as the bron added. degree from Trinity Bowling Center, 2521 Schofield Rd. Sponsored by the Tex- Texas Superintendent With a total of 35 University, and her doc- as Association of School of the Year with the years in education, with torate from Texas A&M Saturday Vet Vaccine Clinic Boards, the program announcement made at 30 of those in educa- University. The Joint Base San Antonio-Fort Sam honors Texas adminis- the Texas Association of tional administration, “Dr. Siller is known Houston Veterinary Clinic holds a Satur- trators for achievement Courtesy photo School Administrators Siller has served as for her strong, con- day vaccine clinic from 9 a.m. to noon and excellence in public Dr. Gail Siller, superintendent and Texas Association the superintendent of sistent leadership and Aug. 11 at Building 2635. Call 808-6105 school administration. of Fort Sam Houston Indepen- of School Boards joint Fort Sam Houston ISD moral character,” stated for information. “I am both humbled dent School District. annual conference on for eight years, holding Jeanne Warren, school and honored by this September 28, 2012. positions as associate board member. “She Veterans Retraining recognition,” Siller said. who are committed to “The Fort Sam Hous- superintendent, director is compassionate to the Assistance Program “Credit also must go to ensuring our students ton Board of Trustees of special programs and needs of the children of The Department of Veteran Affairs is our dedicated staff, in- receive a quality educa- was unanimous in its administrative assistant military personnel while accepting applications for the Veterans volved parents and com- tion.” decision to nominate Dr. to the superintendent. maintaining high stan- munity, and outstanding Candidates must be Siller for this prestigious Active in the local dards for the students See NEWS, P4 school board members nominated by their local award,” said school community, the Corpus and staff.” PAGE 4 NEWS LEADER JULY 12, 2012 News Briefs from P3 Navy surgeon general views latest biomedical

Retraining Assistance Program. To qualify, a veteran must be at least 35 research at Navy’s Alamo City laboratory but not more than 60 years old; be unemployed; have an other than dishon- By Joe N. Wiggins demonstration of new orable discharge; not be eligible for any Naval Medical Research tourniquet testing using other VA education benefit program (e.g.: Unit-San Antonio Public Affairs the HapMed Combat the Post-9/11 GI Bill, Montgomery GI Bill, Medic Trainer being Vocational Rehabilitation and Employ- The Navy’s top doctor conducted by NAMRU- ment Assistance); not be in receipt of VA visited the Alamo City’s SA, and spoke with the compensation due to unemployability; newest biomedical re- researchers about their and not be enrolled in a Federal or state search labs June 25 and work. job training program. For more informa- left impressed with what The trainer simu- tion, visit: http://www.benefits.va.gov/ he saw. lates pulse and other vow/. Veterans can apply at https:// Vice Admiral Matthew bodily functions, and www.ebenefits.va.gov/ebenefits-portal/ L. Nathan, U.S. Navy shows when circulation ebenefits.portal. surgeon general and is controlled using a chief of the Bureau of tourniquet. NAMRU-SA Fitness Assessments Begin Medicine and Surgery, is the lead laboratory for Personnel from the 502nd Force Sup- recently visited the Naval the Tri-Service test and port Squadron will be administering fit- Medical Research Unit- evaluation study “Joint ness assessments at the Fitness Center San Antonio, receiving Operational Evaluation of at the Medical Education and Training briefings and hands-on Field Tourniquets.” The Center Mondays and Wednesdays at 7 tours of many of the principle investigator on (From left) Cmdr. Nora Perez, head of the Combat Casualty Care Research Department, Naval Medi- a.m., 8 a.m. and 9 a.m. for Air Force unit’s latest develop- that study and several cal Research Unit-San Antonio, and Lt. Cdr. Anne McKeague, head of the Expeditionary Medicine members on Joint Base San Antonio-Fort ments. members of her team Division, Combat Casualty Care Department, NAMRU-SA, brief Vice Adm. Matthew L. Nathan, U.S. Sam Houston. These developments briefed the admiral. Navy surgeon general and chief of the Bureau of Medicine and Surgery, on tourniquet research being included new and ongo- “The testing we conducted at the unit using the HapMed Combat Medic Trainer. In the background are Judge E. Kelly, New training support ing projects in the core demonstrated for Adm. student intern, and Lincoln Miller. center to open missions of directed en- Nathan included evaluat- The Army Support Activity, Fort Sam ergy, dental and combat ing the parameters of improvised tourniquets,” support.” portance of what we are Houston, will open a new training sup- casualty care biomedical the tourniquet currently Nathan said. “Some time During a discussion on doing,” said Dr. Nancy port center in October on Garden Road research. used in the field, along later, their use became the latest and ongoing Millenbaugh, a research to replace the facility located in Building NAMRU-SA oper- with other alterna- sort of blasé in the dental and biomedi- chemist in the Dental 4196. The new facility will house training ates in two facilities, tives being considered,” medical community, but cal research projects, and Biomedical Research aids to include, graphic training aids, the Battlefield Health said Lt. Cmdr. Anne now they are critical in the admiral was very Department. simulators and modern classroom space and Trauma Research McKeague, head of the combat conditions. After interested in how the “He was interested in for conducting hands-on training, as Institute building and the Expeditionary Medicine my tour in Kandahar research was conceived, how we conceived our well as classroom-type instruction. For Tri-Services Research Division, Combat Casu- Providence Afghanistan, as well as how it affects areas of research, the more information, call 221-1927. Laboratory. The admiral alty Care Department of I know these devices are other areas of the medi- results we are seeing, as had the opportunity to NAMRU-SA. saving lives.” cal mission. well as hat we do here All-Day Appointments visit both facilities. “I can remember in Combat casualty care When briefed on could affect other areas for CAC/ID Cards While touring the labs, the Boy Scouts being is a very important issue research dealing with of military medicine.” The 502 Air Base Wing replaced the the admiral watched a trained on the use of to the surgeon general. targeting drug-resistant “It was an honor to walk-in customer services at its main In a tour last January of bacteria, the admiral have Adm. Nathan see ID Card/CAC issuance facilities with an the Naval Expeditionary had several questions for what we are doing, and all-day appointment-only process for all Medical Training Insti- the research staff. hear his thoughts about military members, retirees, dependents, tute at Camp Pendleton “I’m certain that our ongoing research civil service employees and contrac- preparing Sailors to go biogenetics is the next and development ef- tor customers. Appointment times are forward, the surgeon big thing in medicine,” forts,” said Capt Vincent 8 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. Monday through general discussed the Nathan said. DeInnocentiis, command- Friday, scheduled in 20-minute intervals. importance of this part “Cracking this code in ing officer of Naval Medi- Changes to existing ID Card/CAC and of the Navy’s medical one area like dental and cal Research Unit-San DEERS services only affect the main mission. biomedical research will Antonio. DEERS ID Card/CAC issuance facilities “Care for the warf- affect many other areas “His comments, at these locations: 502nd Force Support ighter is why we exist,” of medicine for the Navy questions and observa- Squadron, Building 367, Fort Sam Hous- Photos by Joe N. Wiggins he said. “This is our and all warfighters.” tions truly inspired our ton, 221-0415. Customers can schedule Dr. Rene Alvarez (right) head of the Applied Laboratory Sciences top priority. Our combat “I was very im- staff. He also gave us appointments at any of these facilities Division, Department of Dental and Biomedical Research, NAM- casualty care capabil- pressed with his inter- a clear picture of how by visiting https://rapids-appointments. RU-SA, briefs Vice Admiral Matthew L. Nathan, U.S. Navy surgeon ity represents a con- est in our dental and our mission fits into the dmdc.osd.mil/ or call to set up an ap- general and chief of the Bureau of Medicine and Surgery, on re- tinuum of training from biomedical research, overall Navy Medicine pointment. search developing new ways to identify and classify specific types battlefield to bedside to as well as his depth of picture and supports the of infections. rehabilitative care and understanding of the im- warfighters in the field.” JULY 12, 2012 NEWS LEADER PAGE 5 PAGE 6 NEWS LEADER JULY 12, 2012 470th MI Brigade learns about Warrior Transition Battalion motorcycle safety practices motorcycle safety

Photo by 2nd Lt. Emily M. Marty Photo by Sgt. Qaasim Jenkins Twenty members of the Brooke Army Medical Center’s Warrior Transition Battalion took part in Participants in a safety day exercise review initial reports of three actual motorcycle fatalities their first motorcycle safety day June 29. The first portion of the event consisted of inspections and to determine how the accidents might have been avoided. The Soldiers, of the 470th Military several motorcycle safety briefings. The participants then rode for about two hours and met up for Intelligence Brigade, Headquarters and Headquarters Company, suggested safety precautions the lunch in Adkins, Texas. Lt. Col. Brian D. Almquist, the battalion commander, also took part in the motorcyclists could have taken. First Lt. Samuel Mitchell (left) conducted the June 29 motorcycle event with the wounded warriors. Battalion safety officer 2nd Lt. Emily M. Marty said she plans to awareness training, emphasizing the proper use of personal protective equipment. make this a quarterly event. JULY 12, 2012 NEWS LEADER PAGE 7 ARNORTH DCG kicks Family Health Clinic off Houston’s opens at WHASC Independence Day celebrations Maj. Gen. Walter Davis, deputy commanding gen- eral, U.S. Army North, welcomes the crowd of an estimated 100,000 to Houston’s Freedom Over Texas July 4 at Eleanor Tinsley Park on Buffalo Bay- ou, one of the nation’s largest land-based fireworks celebrations. Country music stars Billy Currington and Sara Evans headlined the event.

Photo by Staff Sgt. Keith Anderson

SAMMC from P1 therapy, and had better dards in all areas, a level of goes the extra mile, not outcomes compared to the excellence only a handful of to earn praise, but to One of SAMMC’s quality patients in the National cancer programs achieve. ensure they’re delivering assessment programs was Cancer Database. SAMMC will receive its the “absolute best care to to determine outcomes for Peoples said SAMMC’s final report soon, Peoples patients.” breast cancer diagnoses, program likely excelled in said. Commendations aside, “The No. 1 health risk Photo by Airman 1st Class Courtney Moses treatment and outcomes all areas. accreditation alone is a for our older population is Senior Airman Joshua VanNess closes a storage bin compared to the national “It’s very likely we’ll be milestone, he explained, cancer,” he said, “and as during the Kelly Family Health Clinic move to Wilford average. accredited with commen- since just under half of a full cancer program, we Hall Ambulatory Surgical Center. The new clinic opened According to Peoples, dation,” he said, meaning the nation’s cancer care have to be able to address June 25 and is now called the Family Health Clinic. SAMMC breast cancer the program passed or programs earn this desig- that need and do it well, The entrance to the clinic is located on the first floor of patients were diagnosed exceeded most standards. nation. while always looking at the WHASC across from Internal Medicine. VanNess is sooner, were more likely Peoples said he’s hoping the Peoples said SAMMC’s how we can improve our a medical technician with the 59th Medical Wing. to receive multi-modality program exceeded the stan- cancer program staff cancer care.” PAGE 8 NEWS LEADER JULY 12, 2012

and trained to be the best attending the course to Two 717th MI Battalion Soldiers grab top grad honors Soldier I can be,” said Kirscht was “being able to By Gregory Ripps They both scored 99.6 Kirscht, who joined the interact with all the vari- 470th MIB Public Affairs per cent. battalion two years ago. ous Military Occupational “Their scores were ex- “The material from the Specialties in the Army in Two 717th Military act – another rarity,” Fos- online Structured Self De- a structured and educa- Intelligence Battalion ter continued. “In order velopment course was a tional environment.” He Soldiers led the way by to determine the winner, great means of preparing explained, “This allowed garnering top academic they had to do a face-off for the WLC,” he added. me to gain insight into the honors in the Noncommis- using the Best Warrior Bilich said his squad rest of what makes the sioned Officers Academy Exam [from the Best War- leader sat down with him Army a working unit.” Warrior Leader Course. rior Competition on Fort and outlined what he Both the Distinguished Sgt. James Kirscht, a Hood]. Kirscht practically should expect when he Honor Graduate and the signals intelligence ana- aced it.” attended the course. In Honor Graduate received lyst/reporter, was the Dis- The WLC’s objectives addition, he had com- the Army Achievement tinguished Honor Gradu- are to graduate students pleted the Junior Leader Medal, a certificate of ate and Spc. Scott Bilich, who are technically and Sgt. James Kirscht, of the 717th Courtesy photos Development Course in achievement from the III a technical leader/signals tactically proficient, make Military Intelligence Battalion, Spc. Scott Bilich, of the 717th August 2011. Corps command sergeant intelligence analyst, was sound decisions, plan cor- receives the Army Achievement Military Intelligence Battalion, “This helped me in the major, a “Wooden Soldier” the Honor Graduate for rectly, follow the profes- Medal from Command Sgt. Gui- receives the Army Achievement basic understanding of plaque with the Soldiers WLC Class 09-12, a 26- sional Army ethic, com- taud Leandre, of the 13th Sus- Medal from Command Sgt. Gui- team building, leadership Creed inside, a WLC day course that concluded municate effectively, teach tainment Command (Expedition- taud Leandre, of the 13th Sus- and Army writing style,” certificate, and a plaque in June. and counsel, and apply ary), during a ceremony at Fort tainment Command (Expedition- said Bilich, who was from Pioneer Services “We have never had Soldier-team development. Hood. Kirscht was Distinguished ary), during a ceremony at Fort assigned to the 717th in (a finance company that two Soldiers from the The 717th, a subor- Honor Graduate of Warrior Leader Hood. Bilich was Honor Graduate September 2010. serves the military). same battalion in the top dinate battalion of the Class 09-12. of Warrior Leader Class 09-12. What did they take In addition, the Distin- four before,” said Theresa 470th MI Brigade, se- away from the WLC? guished Honor Graduate Foster, executive assistant lected Kirscht and Bilich three years. passed on their knowl- “The course gave me received an eagle plaque to the Noncommissioned to attend WLC because Kirscht said he thought edge to him to enable him more confidence in my inscribed with his name. Officers Academy, Fort they had demonstrated he did well in the course to succeed. ability as a leader,” Bilich I am humbled to Hood, Texas. “It was quite potential for leadership as because other NCOs in “The NCOs in my said. “It gives you a receive this distinction,” an honor.” NCOs. Both have served the battalion who previ- company made sure I chance to showcase how said Kirscht. “It gave me But that wasn’t all. in the Army for about ously attended the course was properly equipped you feel an NCO should the chance both to lead react and lead, from day- from the front and to lead to-day in garrison or out by example. I want to in the field in a combat ensure my Soldiers are as situation.” prepared and ready for The biggest value of success [as I was].” JULY 12, 2012 NEWS LEADER PAGE 9

HUTCHISON from P1 Capt. Larkin O’Hern, a Warrior and triple-amputee who works Family Support Hutchison said. “The in the future operations Center program work done at the War- cell at Army North, along director Judith rior and Family Support with his wife, Rachael, Markelz (right) Center is tremendously spoke with the senator shows U.S. important to our men and and shared their experi- Sen. Kay Bailey women in uniform. ences. Hutchison the “We owe our freedom “I told her I applied tiled Purple to these brave war- for an Army Congressio- Heart mosaic riors and in return they nal Fellowship, and she in the grounds deserve the best care discussed her experi- of the center. possible,” the senator ences with the fellow- Hutchison at- added. “They have put ship program and her tended a private themselves in harm’s way priorities as a senator ceremony where for all of us and we are Maj. Gen. Walter Davis, deputy commanding general, U.S. Army representing a state with the Purple Heart grateful to them.” North, welcomes U.S. Sen. Kay Bailey Hutchison of Texas to the War- a large military popula- Medal was Through donations rior and Family Support Center July 2 for a private Purple Heart cer- tion,” said O’Hern, a presented to a and the Returning He- emony. After the ceremony, Hutchison toured the WFSC with Davis native of Belton, Texas. Soldier. roes Home Project, the and WFSC program director Judith Markelz and met the wounded O’Hern was injured WFSC moved from the warriors and their families. after an improvised- Photos by Staff 1,200-square-foot room explosive device deto- Sgt. Keith in the Powless Guest government’s commitment Province, Afghanistan, in nated while he was on Anderson House to the current to wounded warriors and December 2011. a dismounted patrol 12,500-square-foot build- their families. The 15-year veteran in Kandahar, Afghani- ing in December 2008. “We’re used to people of three combat tours, stan, on New Year’s Eve returning from combat, they still need help,” “I’m just amazed with saying they care, but and Lubbock, Texas, 2010. Markelz said. Markelz said. everything that can be to have a senator take native, had the opportu- The senator’s visit was “This war is not over; “This visit reaffirms the done with volunteer work time to come see us nity to speak one-on-one also positive in that it and when distinguished commitment of the state and private donations,” really shows that they with the senator and to highlights there are still visitors like Sen. Hutchi- of Texas and the com- Hutchison said. care,” said Sgt. 1st Class share his experiences as ongoing operations in Af- son take time to visit munity to support our For service members at Michael Adkins, who was a member of the Texas ghanistan and there are with wounded warriors, wounded warriors and the facility, having a U.S. injured during an indi- National Guard. still Wounded Warriors it reminds people that their families.” Senator visit showed the rect fire attack in Ghazni PAGE 10 NEWS LEADER JULY 12, 2012 HIRED! program offers teens experience By Sophia Rossell ily and Morale, Welfare Spring 2012 HIRED! apprentice and Recreation’s actual places of work and see Stopping in a 502nd what goes on behind the Force Support Squadron scenes at facilities that facility, patrons may be they and their families greeted by a bright blue, regularly visit. green, red, or orange- Georgiana Reefer, an shirted teenager with a apprentice who works the bold “HIRED!” stamped welcome desk at Warf- on their tee. ighter & Family Readi- These intrepid young ness, enjoys working at people are an integral a facility that supports Georgiana Reefer greets a Soldier at the Warfighter & Family Readi- part of one of the many service members. ness front desk. Reefer is one of 83 HIRED! apprentices who are get- great programs Fort Sam Reefer plans to pursue ting hands-on work experience at the many different MWR facilities Houston offers military a law career, confident and activities on Joint Base San Antonio-Fort Sam Houston. children. that the people skills and The HIRED! Appren- the experience in help- help and learning fast,” Patterson were very ticeship Program offers ing others she has gained said Maritza Ortiz, an curious about what their 15- to 18-year-old teens will be invaluable assets administrative assistant position would entail at more than just a part- on the road to realizing at Child, Youth & School first but now are settling time job and some extra her dreams. Services said. in and appreciate work- cash. It is a chance to Her supervisor, Corde- “Everyone is very ing at a facility that is go beyond the fast-food lia Rodriguez says, “She’s kind,” said 16-year-old so important to the Joint job and really experience very good and caught on Elisa Joyne. “There are a Base San Antonio-Fort what it’s like to work in a pretty quick.” lot of customers and we Sam Houston community. professional setting. Supervisors are very are very busy.” “The HIRED! program The program gives enthusiastic about their Her fellow apprentices, is a lot of fun. I am Apprentice Kaila Norwood picks up marketing tips from Deyanira apprentices a chance young apprentices. 16-year-old Edwin Haffer Romo Rossell, a publicist with the 502nd Force Support Squadron to explore one of Fam- “They are a great and 15-year-old Andrew See HIRED, P11 Marketing Department. JULY 12, 2012 NEWS LEADER PAGE 11 HIRED from P10 learning a good work ethic and am JBSA-Fort Sam Houston, experiencing different job opportu- nities,” said 17-year-old Mercedes Cortez as she dishes out cheese JBSA-Camp Bullis see sticks, one of many duties she has at the Middle School and Teen Center. 36 selected for “HIRED! is a way for teens to get a leg up in a competitive job mar- Seventeen-year-old Chris Page spends time in the pool helping technical sergeant ket and prepare for life after high with swim lessons at the Fort Sam Houston Aquatic Center as part school,” said Kelly Allbright, HIRED! of being a HIRED! apprentice. program coordinator “The appren- Air Force officials recently selected 8,518 of 37,402 eligible ticeship provides opportunities for staff sergeants for promotion to technical sergeant for a selec- teens to explore career paths and tion rate of 22.77 percent. get real-world experience.” The entire list can be viewed at http://www.afpc.af.mil/promo- Her commitment to HIRED! and tions/tech.asp. its expansion, is underscored by the The following Airmen from Joint Base San Antonio-Fort Sam fact that this summer’s term is the Houston and JBSA-Camp Bullis have been selected for promo- largest yet, with 83 apprentices. tion to technical sergeant: Joel A. Alvior, Jason C. Anderson, A HIRED! apprentice can come Robert R. Ayala, Monique A. Cahill, Tifani M. Colo, Selena C. in many forms. Some shelve books, Converse, Sandra N. Elliott, Ricardo A. Empeno, Kurt Ryan Ever- some answer phones, some file est, Veronica D. Everest, Vanessa D. Flores, Kori Lynn Hillman, documents, some design flyers, Marcus N. Hunter Jr., Adam C. Jandrew, Frederick Koeller, some entertain children and some Remy A. Leguin, Candice G. Lesane, Jermaine A. Lockett, Leon even brush horses. J. Madrigal II, Terrence Marshall, Michael K. Mayes, Bruno E. But, no matter where they are Mosqueira, Alexander Pelante, Esteban Puga Jr., Adam K. Riven- or what they are doing, HIRED! Photos by Sophia Rossell bark, Catherine Serrano, Lonnie C. Simmons, Deonna S. Simon, apprentices are laying the founda- Alex Ray (right) helps out Cpl. Spencer Yand, a soldier with the Mayra C. Solis, Tanisa Sommerville, Patrick D. Stewart, Elvira tion for a bright future. For more Warrior Transition Battalion. Ray is spending his summer at the R. Tuggle, Hugo Uribe Jr., Patricia N. Wagner, Crystal D. Wil- information on the HIRED! program, Fort Sam Houston Fitness Center on the Medical Education Train- liams and Charles A. Wolfe. call 221-3386. ing Campus as a HIRED! apprentice. Congratulations to all the selectees. PAGE 12 NEWS LEADER JULY 12, 2012 July 4 ceremony celebrates America’s 236th birthday, Spain’s contributions

By Esther Garcia clothing, muskets, ammunition, formed patriotic songs such as AMEDDC&S Public Affairs medicine and large sums of money “Yankee Doodle,” “Chester”, and to the Americans. “The Girl I Left Behind Me.” A musket fire signaled the start In 1779, Spain formally declared Several civic, military, historical, of the war for American indepen- war on England, and two months and veterans organizations pre- dence and a musket fire began the later, General Bernardo de Galvez sented wreaths as a symbol of Fourth of July Patriotic Ceremony began a successful campaign gratitude to the Soldiers who have at the Fort Sam Houston National against the British along the Gulf given their lives from the American Cemetery, hosted by the Granade- Coast. Revolution to today. ros y Damas de Galvez. Galvez captured all the British “I am just one Soldier, but I The July 4 ceremony celebrated strongholds along the Mississippi represent more than 2.2 million the nation’s 236th birthday and River Valley. The following year he Soldiers, Sailors, Marines, Airmen, Spain’s contributions to the Ameri- captured Fort Charlotte in Mobile and Coast Guardsmen today, as can Revolution. and in 1781, Galvez captured Fort well as the millions of patriots that The Order of Granaderos de George at the Battle of Pensacola. have served since the American Galvez was founded in 1975 by The ceremony at the cem- Revolution,” Vollmecke said. Charles E. Barrera and Henry etery included comments from “The dedication of our Soldiers Guerra of San Antonio. The mis- the commanding general of the demonstrated in the American sion of the organization is to Mission and Installation Contract- Revolution is the same dedication inform the public about Spain’s ing Command, Brig. Gen. Kirk our Soldiers demonstrate today A member of substantial, although generally little Vollmecke, as well as the unveiling around the world as we are in our the musket de- known, contributions to the success of a patriotic stamp by San Anto- eleventh year of combat operations tail, dressed in of the American Revolution. nio Postmaster Robert Carr, a roll to preserve freedom and democ- period uniform, During the first two years of call of the 13 colonies followed by racy for this generation and for readies his the American Revolution, Spain – volley fire by the Musket Detail and generations to come.” weapon. though not at war with England Fife & Drum Corps, all dressed in – was sending covert assistance to period uniform. Photo by the American colonists. Spain sent The Fife & Drum Corps per- See GRANADEROS, P17 Jack Leyva

Photo by Esther Garcia Master of Ceremonies and Governor Joe Perez (right), of the Founding Chapter of the Granaderos y Photo by Esther Garcia Damas de Galvez presents a certificate of membership as an honorary Granadero to commanding Robert Carr, Postmaster, San Antonio Office, and retired Navy Capt. Joe Escamilla, Governor General of general of the Mission and Installation Contracting Command Brig. Gen. Kirk Vollmecke in appre- the Granaderos y Damas de Galvez, unveil a 4-flag patriotic stamp. Carr said, “The quartet stamp with the ciation for his participation in the 28th Annual Fourth of July Patriotic Ceremony celebrating the words freedom, liberty, equality and justice symbolizes the ideals Americans hold dear.” nation’s 236th birthday and Spain’s contribution to the American Revolution. JULY 12, 2012 NEWS LEADER PAGE 13 Trombitas: ‘Beyond the Horizon to have far-reaching impact’ By Donna Miles American Forces Press Service

Wrapping up a 90-day hu- manitarian and civic assistance mission here in Guatemala, the commander of U.S. Army South said the projects left behind represent hope and opportunity, and a closer partnership that will allow the United States and Guatemala to work together more effectively to address regional challenges. Maj. Gen. Simeon G. Trom- bitas, USARSO commanding general, joined Guatemalan President Otto Perez Molina and Roberta Jacobson, U.S. Photo by Sgt. Tamika Exom assistant secretary of state for U.S. Army and Navy engineers join Guatemalan citizens in preparation for the El western hemispheric affairs, Rancho medical clinic ribbon-cutting ceremony June 26 near Coban, Guatemala. during closing ceremonies Construction of the clinic was part of Beyond the Horizon 2012 Guatemala, a U.S. here yesterday for Beyond the Army South exercise deploying military engineers and medical professionals to Gua- Horizons 2012 that highlighted temala for training, while providing services to rural communities. the contributions of the U.S. and Guatemalan forces and the malan partners and medical It is our back door,” Trombitas deep bonds between their two personnel from Colombia and said. nations. Canada, they built a school and He emphasized the signifi- Photo by Sgt. Tamika Exom During the mission, which two new medical clinics, reno- cance of the Beyond the Ho- Maj. Gen. Simeon G. Trombitas, commander of U.S. Army South, looks in on a Gua- kicked off in April and will vated two other schools and rizons clinics and projects, all temalan girl receiving dental treatment during a dental readiness training exercise conclude July 7, soldiers, a medical clinic, and provided conducted in very poor areas of near Pocola, Guatemala, June 27. sailors and airmen conducted medical and dental services to the country. engineering and medical mis- an estimated 25,000 patients “This is an open demonstra- their lives,” he said. can do to strengthen these gov- sions in rural areas of central and veterinary services to more tion that the government cares Strong regional governments ernments and militaries here, Guatemala. than 10,000 animals. about them, that our countries and militaries are able to work the more we do to protect our Working with their Guate- “This is our southern flank. are working together to better effectively with the United southern flank.” States and other neighboring Every medical clinic and Soldiers salute during the nations in the event of a natu- school built or renovated dur- playing of the national ral disaster, he said. ing Beyond the Horizons 2012 anthem during the closing The ability to work together, contributes to this effort by ceremony of the Beyond he said, helps regional part- giving alternatives to poor resi- the Horizon 2012 – Guate- ners confront the threat of dents in these regional coun- mala, an U.S. Army South illegal trafficking through the tries, Trombitas said. exercise deploying military region. “The narcotics threat is “Education gives an alterna- engineers and medical a very real threat,” Trombitas tive to a 12-year-old who can professionals to Guate- said, noting that 80 percent either pack drugs on his back mala for training, while o f t h e d r u g s t h a t fl o w i n t o t h e or learn how to read and write providing services to rural United States pass through and have a better life,” he said. communities. U.S. service Belize, Guatemala and “So as we improve the gov- members from the Army Honduras. ernment’s ability to give them and Navy worked alongside “Anything we can do to bol- better health, better learning, Guatemalan army engineers ster these governments in their better opportunities, then we to complete the clinic fight against drugs helps us. So also help negate threats to our which will provide residents we work to strengthen the gov- nation.” in remote areas healthcare ernments in Central and South These initiatives promote the access. America to help stop the flow kind of multinational coopera- of illegal persons, drugs and tion, which Trombitas called Photo by Master Sgt. persons into our back door,” Kevin Doheny the general said. “The more we See BTH, P16 PAGE 14 NEWS LEADER JULY 12, 2012

“But it’s unfortunate DOD Leaders: sequestration threatens military’s successes that it weighs so heavily By Karen Parrish The department has Sequestration is a “They come from a with the budget as we’ve on their minds. Frankly, American Forces Press Service also “maintained a relent- mechanism built into the legacy of sacrifice, of outlined [it], as opposed they have enough to less focus on al-Qaida,” Budget Control Act that courage and of leader- to facing … the possibility worry about.” The nation’s mili- and put in place a new will trigger an additional ship. That legacy is now of another drastic defense The chairman noted, tary has logged historic defense strategy and a half-trillion-dollar cut to our responsibility to fulfill, cut,” the secretary said. “We have to remember, achievements in the past budget request focused defense spending over the so that hopefully our chil- Dempsey said his trav- too, that the force of the 12 months, but faces a on the future force and next 10 years if Congress dren can enjoy a better els in recent weeks, as future -- that is, Ameri- future clouded by finan- rebalancing toward the doesn’t otherwise identify life in the future.” well as over the past year, ca’s sons and daughters cial threat, said Defense Asia-Pacific region and spending reductions the Panetta said the de- have brought him into who may be out there Secretary Leon E. Panetta the Middle East, the sec- act requires. fense industry leaders he contact with a wide range contemplating a military June 29. retary said. Panetta said the has consulted with also of service members. career -- are also watch- The secretary and DOD has also main- uniformed men and face an uncertain future “At every stop … I was ing.” Army Gen. Martin E. tained faith with troops women he’s met in war which could include wide- struck by their tremen- Dempsey said as Dempsey, chairman of the by protecting pay and zones, and the wounded spread layoffs and lasting dous sense of pride and Panetta has made clear, Joint Chiefs of Staff, both benefits, and has in- warriors he’s visited in damage to the nation’s commitment,” the chair- “We simply have to come spoke about the topic of creased employment military hospitals and military modernization man said. He praised together to prevent this sequestration during a opportunities for veterans rehabilitation centers, programs. service members’ cour- across-the-board, unbal- briefing with Pentagon and spouses, he noted. “deserve better than the “We are very much a age, selflessness, intel- anced cut that could reporters. “We implemented the threat of sequestration.” team,” he said. “ … [De- ligence, and dedication to jeopardize our ability to Panetta summed up repeal of ‘Don’t Ask, “Too often today, fense] companies, as well the mission. deal with the very real the department’s main Don’t Tell,’” Panetta said. the nation’s problems as the Defense Depart- “They’ll do anything to and serious threats that activities since he became “We’ve also opened up are held hostage to the ment, are making very take care of this country,” we face.” Defense Secretary last 14,000 military positions unwillingness to find con- clear to Capitol Hill that he said. The chairman said he summer, noting that the to women, and we’ve put sensus and compromise,” this is a matter that ought Dempsey said he was and the service chiefs Iraq War has ended, a in place enhanced mea- the secretary said. not to be postponed.” also struck by troops’ have no issue with “responsible drawdown” sures to prevent sexual “It is a time for our The department and concern over the budget. military budgets facing of U.S. forces in Afghani- assault.” leaders and for every the nation’s defense “I find it encouraging, scrutiny in the cur- stan has begun, and the The biggest threat to American to recognize industries seek assurance on the one hand, that rent challenging budget NATO mission in Libya all of those accomplish- that the blessings of from Congress that se- our military family is climate, or with the need concluded alongside the ments and initiatives is freedom are not free,” questration won’t happen informed and interested,” to make tough program fall of Moammar Gadhafi. sequestration, he said. Panetta said. and that “we can proceed he said. decisions. JULY 12, 2012 NEWS LEADER PAGE 15 59th Medical Wing welcomes new command chief By Staff Sgt. Micky Bazaldua had the opportunity for means enjoy. Enjoy the “Development is key. It 59th Medical Wing Public Affairs these types of jobs due journey. You must have has to be about profes- to it being a very small balanced priorities. We sional development within A new command chief career field,” James said. will play hard but we the private organiza- for the Air Force’s largest “I am totally excited and also need to work hard tions,” he added. medical wing has taken thrilled to have it and am and focus on the things “There are already the reigns as the top certainly standing on the that are important at the really strong private enlisted sergeant for the shoulder of some folks right times.” organizations focused on 59th Medical Wing. that have paved the way “A is for attitude. Have professional development Chief Master Sgt. Mau- When asked about a good attitude,” James from enlisted perfor- rice James is the new his expectations for the added. “We get to choose mance report writing to command chief mas- enlisted force, the new what type of attitude we time management and ter sergeant. He is the command chief has a are going to have every my plan is to join the es- Photo by Tech. Sgt. Andy Bellamy second chief in the Air clear vision for each of single day and if we will tablished efforts in every Command Chief Master Sgt. Maurice James speaks about his vision Force with a pharmacy the enlisted tiers. choose to have a good at- tier and see where we for the 59th Medical Wing at Joint Base San Antonio-Lackland June background to assume “Airmen, I expect titude things will turn out can improve.” 15. James replaces former Command Chief Master Sgt. Rick Robin- the position as a wing to learn hard, do their a lot better for us and The legacy James son, who retired June 22. command chief. jobs and prepare to the people we are dealing hopes to leave behind James will serve as the deploy because they are with.” is excellent customer James says he is “truly 59th MDW home now, advisor to the 59th MDW going to deploy. Non- “D represents disci- service. honored and humbled to and I am looking forward commander and wing commissioned officers, I pline. We have to have “The golden rule is be here.” to cranking the mission executive staff on matters will expect that and for discipline. If we can disci- treating others the way “I am glad to call the with our medic warriors.” concerning the morale, you to listen, continue to pline ourselves then oth- we want to be treated,’’ welfare, development, learn and lead. For the ers don’t have to. If we he said. utilization and training of senior NCOs, take care can be disciplined to do “If we can, when deal- over 1,800 enlisted mem- of your Airmen and your the things that we know ing with customers and bers at the 59 MDW. mission.” to do are right things will each other, treat others Before assuming his An acronym the chief turn out well.” with kindness, dignity current position, he uses to describe what he James’ vision also in- and respect. If I could get served as the chief, Medi- would like to instill and cludes improving profes- that one aspect embed- cal Enlisted Force, Office see in Airmen of the 59th sional development for ded within the culture of of the Command Surgeon MDW is “L.E.A.D.” the three enlisted tiers this organization, I would Headquarters Air Combat “L stands for legacy,” and he plans on holding see that as a success. We Command, Joint Base James said. “Always be enlisted calls to discuss want our patients to say Langley-Eustis, Va. focused because whether this in further detail in ‘Wow, I get great care at “In the medical you know it or not, you the near future. the 59th MDW.’” community, pharmacy are building your own personnel haven’t really legacy every day. E PAGE 16 NEWS LEADER JULY 12, 2012

Photo by Sgt. Tamika Exom Photo by Master Sgt. Kevin Doheny Citizens of Guatemala line the streets or the opening ceremony and ribbon cutting ceremony for the new Guatemalan artillery soldiers salute during the playing of the national anthem during the closing ceremony El Rancho medical clinic. Construction of the clinic was part of the Beyond the Horizon 2012-Guatemala, of the Beyond the Horizon 2012-Guatemala, a U.S. Army South exercise deploying military engineers and an U.S. Army South exercise deploying military engineers and medical professionals to Guatemala for medical professionals to Guatemala for training, while providing services to rural communities. training, while providing services to rural communities.

BTH from P13 not only in one country, tions, he said. can’t replicate in training not only to their skill, who provide them. but in a regional ap- The mission also gave in the States,” he said, but also their “desire to “And that impression of vital to dealing with proach where we are U.S. troops training in but that have a huge pay- do good things,” he said. the United States will be regional challenges that much more effective. working with different off in lessons learned. And when troops finished that [U.S. forces] are here cross national borders. “And we can share cultures and operating in “Small things like that their assigned tasks, they to help,” Trombitas said. “Any solution we come that information between austere conditions that make our soldiers more came up with additional He emphasized the to has to be a regional c o u n t r i e s t h a t a s s i s t u s require flexibility and in- flexible and adaptable ones – building benches value of the relationships solution, and we have in stopping this illicit novation. when it comes to larger and playgrounds out of U.S. troops forged with to all work together to activity.” Trombitas noted that problem sets,” he said. leftover materials and their Guatemalan part- negate the problems As U.S. service mem- simple things can become “And that is part of what even reworking the water ners during the exercise. that we have with these bers wrap up Beyond the complex, as during medi- we gain by working in a n d s a n i t a r y s y s t e m s “It’s demonstrative of porous boundaries,” he Horizons 2012, Trombitas cal readiness training ex- this region as well.” at a medical clinic they the professionalism of said. “The more we work said they’ll take valuable ercises here that required Trombitas said he’s built. our soldiers, sailors and together, the more we … training with them. Work- translators to translate proud of the soldiers, These projects, and the airmen, and their ability are able to negate the ing here along with their Mayan dialects that many airmen and sailors who medical services deliv- to make friends wherever threat though coordina- Guatemalan, Colombian of the local people speak made Beyond the Hori- ered during Beyond the they go in a manner that tion, through talking to and Canadian military into Spanish, then into zons such a success. Horizons, he said, will strengthens our relation- each other and through counterparts, they shared English. All the planned projects leave a lasting legacy for ship with nations that stopping the flow of illicit experience and ideas that “Those are the kinds were completed ahead Guatemalans who will they serve in,” Trombitas drugs, people and arms, will benefit future opera- of things that we simply of schedule, a testament remember the U.S. troops said.

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Photo by Esther Garcia The Granaderos y Damas de Galvez Musket Detail, dressed in period uniform, fire a volley during a roll call of the first 13 colonies at the 28th Annual Fourth of July Patriotic Ceremony at the Fort Sam Houston National Cemetery. GRANADEROS from P12

Commanding gen- eral of the Mission and Installation Contracting Command Brig. Gen. Kirk Vollmecke keynote Photo by Jack Leyva speaker for the 28th Annual Fourth of July Members of the Memorial Services Detachment also had Patriotic Ceremony at the part in the July 4 ceremony. Fort Sam Houston Na- tional Cemetery visits with veteran Darrell Harris, a member of the 82nd Airborne Division Associa- Organizations from throughtout San Antonio tion, Alamo Chapter. presented wreaths to honor those who had given their lives in defense of the nation. Photo by Esther Garcia Photo by Esther Garcia PAGE 18 NEWS LEADER JULY 12, 2012

Self Paced Initial First Termer Financial Readiness Edwards Aquifer Level July 18, noon-4 p.m., Roadrunner in feet above sea level as of July 11 Community Center, Building 2797, THE GATE call 221-1612. CURRENT LEVEL* = 645.1' *determines JBSA water conservation stage FRG/FRSA Forum Access Level 2 July 12, 11 a.m.-1 p.m., Roadrun- July 19, 8 a.m.-noon, Roadrunner Normal - above 660' Stage III - 642' ner Community Center, Building Community Center, Building 2797, Stage I - 660' Stage IV - 640.5' 2797, call 221-1829 or 221-0946. call 221-2518 or 221-2705. Stage II - 650' Stage V - 637' For water restrictions, visit http:\\www.502abw.af.mil. Scream-Free Marriage Unit Trauma Training July 12, 19, 26 and Aug. 2, 11:30 July 19, 9 a.m.-2 p.m., Roadrun- a.m.-1:30 p.m., Red Cross, Building ner Community Center, Building 2650, call 221-0349. 2797, call 221-1829 or 221-0946. Weekly Weather Watch Jul 12 Jul 13 Jul 14 Jul 15 Jul 16 Jul 17 Downtown Walking Tour Safety Seat Clinic San July 12, 9 a.m.-1 p.m., Roadrun- July 19, 1-3 p.m., Fire Station, Antonio ner Community Center, Building Building 3830, call 221-0349. Texas 93° 93° 91° 94° 96° 96° 2797, call 221-1372 or 221-9698. Scattered T-Storms Isolated T-Storms Isolated T-Storms Partly Cloudy Isolated T-Storms Partly Cloudy Flea Market Kabul Photo by Esther Garcia Outdoor Movie Aug. 4, 7 a.m.-1 p.m., MacArthur Afghanistan (From left) Incoming 32nd Medical Brigade commander Col. Jona- July 14, dusk, Dodd Field behind Parade Field, call 221-5224. 95° 93° 91° 90° 91° 95° Sunny Sunny Sunny Sunny Sunny Sunny than Fristoe, outgoing commander Col. William LaChance and Maj. the Ed Parker Youth Center, the (Source: The Weather Channel at www.weather.com) Gen. Phil Volpe, commanding general, U.S. Army Medical Depart- movie is “Journey 2: The Mysterious Swim Lessons ment Center and School inspect the troops assembled on MacArthur Island.” Registration is underway for Field at the change of command ceremony July 3. This technique summer swim lessons which run a.m-2 p.m. at Joint Base San not affiliated with the Department of of inspection, called “trooping the line,” is a ceremonial gesture to Debt Liquidation through Aug. 3. The cost is $40/child Antonio-Camp Bullis. Participants Defense. Call 224-4030 or 655-0577. allow the commander to view the Soldiers on parade. July 16, 2-4 p.m., Roadrunner per session. Lessons are scheduled a r e r e q u i r e d t o p r o v i d e t h e i r o w n Community Center, Building 2797, from 9-9:45 a.m. or 10-10:45 a.m. equipment for the range. Cost ROTC Green to Gold 32ND MB from P3 mitted to maintaining a call 221-2380. or 11-11:45 a.m. depending on age. is $5/DOD ID card holder. Call The 5th Brigade Army ROTC will safe and secure training Registration is available Monday- 295-7529. conduct a Green to Gold Program improvements that give environment that fosters Word Level 2 Friday, noon-7 p.m. at the Aquatic brief on the second Monday of each me the greatest sense individual growth for July 17, 8 a.m.-noon, Roadrunner Center. Sessions are Monday-Friday Air Force Education & month excluding training and federal of pride of accomplish- anyone passing through Community Center, Building 2797, for two weeks and include eight Training Center holidays. Briefings will be at 2 p.m. ment,” LaChance said. this organization for the call 221-2518 or 221-2705. days of instruction, a certificate of 7:30 a.m.-3:30 p.m., Monday at the Education Center, Building “It is the satisfaction betterment of themselves participation, a swim lesson T-shirt through Friday, relocated to a 2248, Room 207C. Call 295-2006, knowing that what we and those they serve,” HUGS Playgroup and class picture. temporary building at 2427 Hood St., 295-0429, 458-5607 or 436-3415. do here matters. Yes, we Fristoe added. July 17, 9-11 a.m., Middle School call 221-2135. educate and train, and, “John, welcome, know Teen Center, Building 2515, call 221- Fitness and Sports Cloverleaf Communicators Club as advanced as our train- that I have full trust 0349 or 221-2418. Athlete of the Year Basic Skills Education Program Meetings are held the first ing may be, the skills and confidence in your Service members participating in Classes are Monday-Friday 7:30 and third Thursday of every month imparted are perishable. abilities to lead the 32nd Key Caller Training intramural sports programs, monthly a.m.-3:30 p.m. for a period of 14 11:45 a.m.-1 p.m. at San Antonio “The legacy of efforts Medical Brigade and to July 17, 9 a.m.-4 p.m., Roadrun- sporting events, varsity or extramural working days. Service members Credit Union, Stanley Road, in the is not in the training, continue the legacy of ner Community Center, Building sports are eligible for nomination will receive instruction in reading conference room. Call 916-3406 or it is in the profoundly excellence from your 2797, call 221-1829 or 221-0946. as the Athlete of the Year. Activities comprehension, vocabulary, and 221-8785 or visit http://powertalkin- positive impact that we predecessor,” Volpe said performed throughout the calendar math skills. The class is designed ternational.com/. have upon the young in welcoming the new Coupon Class year will be evaluated. An Athlete to teach basic college preparatory soldier that endures, and commander. July 17, 2-4 p.m., Roadrunner of the Year will be selected for skills to service members with a GT SMA Sergeant Audie Murphy Club presents to me the great- The 32nd Medical Community Center, Building 2797, each branch of service. Nomination score less than 110. Call 221-1738 The SMA Leon L. Van Autreve est sense of accomplish- Brigade is comprised call 221-2380. packages are available at any of the to enroll. Chapter of the Sergeant Audie ment,” LaChance added. of three battalions, the Fort Sam Houston fitness centers or Murphy Club meets the last Thursday Prior to assum- 187th, the 264th and Access Level 1 online at http://fortsammwr.com. The Sports Scores of each month, noon-1 p.m. at the ing command of the the 232nd Medical Bat- July 18, 8 a.m.-noon, Roadrunner deadline for submission is Nov. 30. For Joint Base San Antonio-Fort Army Medical Department Museum. 32nd Medical Brigade, talions. The brigade’s Community Center, Building 2797, Call 808-5710. Sam Houston and 32nd Medical All Sergeant Audie Murphy or Ser- Fristoe served as the mission is to provide call 221-2518 or 221-2705. Brigade intramural sports results, geant Morales members are invited AMEDDC&S G-3. command and control, Catfish by the Pound visit http://bit.ly/MWRsports. and encouraged to attend. Call “I expect nothing but logistical and opera- AFTB Level 1 The catfish pond on Joint Base 221-4424 or 837-9956. great things to come,” tional support to safely July 18 and 19, 8:30 a.m.-2:30 San Antonio-Camp Bullis is open Stilwell House Fristoe said. “The 32nd and effectively train and p.m., Dodd Chapel, call 221-0918. Saturdays and Sundays, 8 a.m.-1 The Fort Sam Houston Stilwell Lost Property Medical Brigade is a qualify technically and p.m., the cost is $3/pound, call House, a historic landmark since If you have lost any property on training brigade. We tactically skilled war- Post Deployment Planning 295-7529. 1888, is open for tours, receptions Joint Base San Antonio-Fort Sam train medics and grow rior medics and leaders Training and parties. The Stilwell House is Houston, call 221-2340. To claim leaders. Graduates are who embody the warrior July 18, 10-11:30 a.m., Roadrun- Sportsman Range managed by the Society for the items, you must have a form of our credentials. ethos and live the Army ner Community Center, Building The sportsman range is open Preservation of Historic Fort Sam photo identification and be able to “We are fully com- values. 2797, call 221-1829 or 221-0946. Saturdays and Sundays, 10 House, Inc. a 501(C)(3) Corporation identify the property. JULY 12, 2012 NEWS LEADER PAGE 19

of Rittiman and Harry Wurzbach. State Historic Site, Institute of All active duty, retired, Reserve, Texan Cultures, McNay Art Mu- National Guard warrant officers seum, San Antonio Museum of and family members of current Art, Southwest School of Art and THE GATE or retired warrant officers are Villa Finale. Visit http://arts.gov invited. For more information, for more details. Retirement Planning Seminars call 221-7327 or 475-2565. The Alamo Federal Executive Foster a Puppy Board is offering Civil Service ‘The President’s Own’ The Department of Defense Retirement System and Federal U.S. Marine Band performs dog breeding program needs Employees Retirement System “The President’s Own” U.S. families to foster puppies for planning seminars at the Educa- Marine Band from Washington, three months. Potential foster tion Services Center 20 (near D.C, gives a free concert at 7:30 families need time and patience Fort Sam Houston), 1314 Hines p.m. July 20 in the Lila Cockrell to raise a puppy age 12 weeks Avenue July 13 and 23. Sign up Theatre, 200 E. Market St., in the to six months, a stimulating and at http://sanantoniofeb.org/. Cost Convention Center Complex. The safe home environment and a is $10 and seating is limited. concert is open to the public. desire to help raise a military Call 565-1860. working dog. Call 671-3686 for Van Autreve Sergeants more information. ‘Walking the Tiger’s Path’ Major Association A public reading and presen- The SMA Leon L. Van Autreve Morgan’s Wonderland tation by retired Staff Sgt. Paul Sergeants Major Association Hours Changing Kendel, author of “Walking the meets the third Thursday of each Morgan’s Wonderland will Tiger’s Path,” will be held 10:30 month at 5 p.m. at the Longhorn open earlier on most days during a.m. July 15 at the San Antonio Café, 1003 Rittiman Rd. All ac- the 2012 summer season. The Shambhala Meditation Center, tive duty, Reserve, National Guard theme park will open at 9 a.m. 1114 South St. Mary’s St. and retired sergeants major are Saturdays through Aug. 25; 9 invited and encouraged to attend. a.m. to 4 p.m. Tuesdays through Retired Enlisted Call 221-0584 or 889-8212. Fridays, through Aug. 17; and 11 Association a.m. to 4 p.m. Sundays, through Chapter 80 of the Retired Blue Star Museums Aug. 26. The park is closed Enlisted Association meets at 1 Free for Military Mondays during July and August. p.m. on the fourth Wednesday Blue Star Museums, a col- Visit http://www.MorgansWonder- of each month at the Joint Base laboration among the National land.com. San Antonio-Lackland Gateway Endowment for the Arts, Blue Club. Call 658-2344 for more Star Families, the Department of Quarry Farmers and information. Defense, and more than 1,600 Ranchers Market museums across America to offer Every Sunday, rain or shine, Warrant Officer free admission to all active duty from 9 a.m.-1 p.m. at the Quarry Association Meeting military personnel, including ac- Market adjacent to Whole Foods The Lone Star Silver Chapter tive Reserve and National Guard, Market, 255 E. Basse Rd. Some of the U.S. Army Warrant Officer and their families from Memorial vendors offer military discounts, Association meets at 5:30 p.m. Day through Labor Day 2012. San live entertainment and kid’s July 16 at the Longhorn Cafe, Antonio attractions honoring this activities. Visit http://quarryfarm- 1003 Rittiman Rd., at the corner include The Alamo, Casa Navarro ersmarket.com or call 722-5077.

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