FREE an edition of ALASKAthe POST The Interior Military News Connection Vol. 11, No. 45 Fort Wainwright, Alaska November 20, 2020 Exchange, Disney help military families celebrate Thanksgiving with free online screening of ‘Frozen II’ Carina DeCino can also hunt through the Army and Air Force virtual playroom at the Exchange Service Public XKids Hub to find a hidden Affairs Exchange cup, giving them access to a downloadable The Army and Air Force coupon for one free hot Exchange Service and the chocolate for kids 13 and Walt Disney Studios are younger at any Exchange giving military families at Express. Fort Wainwright and instal- More online activities lations worldwide an early will continue at the XKids holiday treat this Thanks- Hub through the end of the giving: a free online screen- year. ing of “Frozen II.” of viewers who can tune in the holiday season,” said Operation Fun campaign, a Families can visit Shop- Families can stream the at once is limited. Families Fort Wainwright Exchange series of kid-friendly ac- MyExchange.com/XKids to box office smash for 48 can make the night com- general manager Gloria tivities on the XKids Hub, access everything Operation hours starting at noon (3 plete with Disney-themed Sylvia. “An at-home movie including interactive videos, Fun has to offer, includ- p.m. Central Time) Nov. DIY décor ideas, snack night is the perfect way to Disney-themed activity ing a calendar of events. 25 at ShopMyExchange. recipes, games and other celebrate the greatest gift a sheets, games and more— They can also follow the com/XKids, the Exchange’s activities available at the military family can ask for: including DIY pilgrim hats, Exchange on http://www. XKids Community Hub. XKids Hub. quality time with the ones printable table placemats facebook.com/ShopMyEx- The stream is open to all “This has been a tough we love.” and other activities to make change to get all the latest authorized shoppers with a year for military families, The special military-ex- this Thanksgiving one mili- on Operation Fun activities ShopMyExchange.com ac- but there is still much to clusive screening is part of tary kids will remember. delivered straight to their count, though the number be thankful for as we enter the Exchange and Disney’s Through Nov. 29, kids timeline. History Snapshot: Thanksgiving 1948 Researchers with the Emerging Infectious Disease branch at the Walter Reed Army Institute of Research conduct studies to find a solution for the coronavirus. The Emerging Infectious Diseases branch, established in 2018, is tasked with surveying, anticipating and countering the mounting threat of emerging infectious diseases of key importance to U.S. forces at home and abroad. Photo by Army Sgt. Michael Walters In Warp Speed effort, knowing where vaccines are is key to distribution C. Todd Lopez 100 percent accountability of Defense.gov all vaccines every day,” said Perna, who spoke yesterday Right now, six vaccines to the Heritage Foundation in for COVID-19 are in devel- Washington. opment as part of Operation Also key to effective dis- Warp Speed, said the pro- tribution efforts, he said, is gram’s chief operating officer. tracking the uptake of vac- Once one or more of those cine — how many people are vaccines proves both effective actually taking it. The pri- and safe, their fast and effi- mary reason for that, he said, cient distribution will require is that of the six vaccines in knowing where every dose is development, five require two at all times. doses. It’ll be important that When planning for the everybody who takes a first distribution of a COVID-19 dose gets the correct second vaccine, Army Gen. Gustave dose when they come back for F. Perna said he kept four it. tenets in mind. The first of Uptake tracking is also This menu was served on Thanksgiving, tem and developing arctic aircraft mainte- those, he said, is visibility important, he said, because Thursday, Nov. 25, 1948, to the 46th/72nd nance practices. and control. the amount of vaccine being Reconnaissance Squadron at Ladd Air On this day, they enjoyed turkey with gib- “We need to know where Force Base. let gravy, dressing and whipped potatoes; distributed will dramatically every vial was, whether it The squadron’s most lasting legacy was peas, corn and chicken noodles soup; and increase shortly after the first the advancement of polar flying. It was the – for dessert – pumpkin pie a la mode, fruit was in the factory, or it was doses become available. first unit to undertake long-range, long-term cake, apple pie and cocoa with marshmal- on a truck, or it had been dis- “Initially, there will be tens duties in the western Arctic, and was instru- lows. tributed down to an admin- mental in perfecting the grid navigation sys- Photo courtesy of Candy Waugaman istration site; we must have See WARP SPEED on page 3 WEEKEND WEATHER IN BRIEF Friday Saturday Sunday Wainwright’s Kids Got Talent Nov. 21 - 30, Normal Business Hours 18 & Under can showcase their talent on the Wainwright MWR Sunny with a high near Sunny with a high Mostly cloudy with a 30 Facebook Page for a chance to win! Rules can be found at -3. Clear overnight with near 4 above zero. percent chance of snow. wainwright.armymwr.com. a low of -14 Low around -7. High near 6; low -8 Youth Sports & Fitness, Bldg 1045. Call 353-7482 2 NEWS November 20, 2020 Nutrition Corner: Smart substitutions Eating healthy means • For snacks, skip on recipe with whole wheat sure you are adding nutri- powder you have to give up all the the canned fruits packed in flour for even more fiber. tional value - lowering fat • 1/2 teaspoons ground foods you love – Myth. heavy syrup. If you elect for • Salads: When you are content, lowering sodium, cinnamon the canned, look for fruit planning your salads, skip increasing fiber or vitamins/ • 1 egg There are many health packed in water or opt for the ice berg lettuce. There minerals, and/or increasing • 11/3 cup skim milk alternatives for favorite frozen. Similar recommen- is nothing wrong with it but protein. Also keep in mind • 11/4 cup mashed ripe foods that can be substi- dations are true for canned the darker the leaves the that portion control is still banana tuted in recipes or snacks vegetables. Aim for canned more nutrition your salad key. Just because an ingre- • 2 tablespoons canola oil without affecting the quali- vegetables that are low in will offer. Fresh spinach is dient is healthier, it may • Banana slices and/or ty of your dish. sodium or go for frozen or a great option but if you are not be lower in calories. peanut butter • Sausage or ground fresh. not a fan don’t limit your- Often times they are but beef: using a turkey/chicken • Syrup: Instead of using self as there are plenty of this is not always the case • In a bowl, combine the sausage or 90 percent lean syrup on your pancakes other options out there. Try so be sure to be mindful of flour, oats, sugar, baking ground beef. You may need or waffles, which is mostly mixing in some kale and your portion sizes. powder and cinnamon. to use extra sodium free sugar, try some pureed fruit arugula! For the dressing, Combine the egg, milk, seasonings like garlic and or peanut butter. Speaking opt for a reduced calorie banana and oil; stir into dry onion powder to season low- of pancakes, try making dressing like a vinaigrette ingredients until moistened er fat meats since fat helps your own batter including or flavored vinegar. Some Featured Recipe • Pour batter by 1/4 carry flavor. some fresh fruits (blueber- people even like to add Banana Oat Pancakes cupfuls onto greased skillet. • 2/3 cup all-purpose flour • Bread crumbs: For food ries, bananas, etc.) and nuts flavor to their salad without 2 Turn when bubbles form on such as meatloaf that use like walnuts to add fiber, adding high calorie dress- • /3 cup whole wheat top; cook until second side flour bread crumbs, try adding anti-oxidants, heart healthy ings by using salsa or a 3 is golden brown. fiber by substituting the oils and protein. squirt of lemon juice. • /4 old fashioned oats Serve with fresh banana bread crumbs for rolled • Flour: Replace some of When you are making • 1 tablespoon sugar slices and/or peanut butter. oats. the all-purpose flour in your healthy substitutions, make • 2 teaspoons baking Worship Services on Weekly Tips: Fort Wainwright Bank Fees If you’ve ever felt like your • Insufficient funds fee Good Shepherd Catholic banking institution charged – When making a purchase you a fee for something you or other transaction that is Community didn’t anticipate, this list is for more than the amount in your Mass: Sundays, 9 a.m., SLC you. 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