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Blue Star Families read together
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DoD to expand benefits to all military spouses
PASSING THE TORCH
Armed Forces Press Service
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Incoming Commander of Joint Force Headquarters-National Capital Region and U.S. Army Military District of Washington Maj. Gen. Jeffrey S. Buchanan (center) receives a flag from Commander, North American Aerospace Defense Command and U.S. Northern Command Gen. Charles H. Jacoby, Jr. (left) during a change of command ceremony in Joint Base Myer-Henderson Hall’s Conmy Hall June 24.
JFHQ-NCR change of command By Julia LeDoux Pentagram Staff Writer
Joint Force Headquarters-National Capital Region and the Military District of Washington has a new leader. Maj. Gen. Michael S. Linnington relinquished command to Maj. Gen. Jeffrey S. Buchanan during a change of command ceremony June 24 at Conmy Hall at Joint Base Myer-Henderson Hall. Prior to the change of command ceremony, Gen. John F. Campbell, vice chief of staff of the United States Army, presented Linnington and his wife, Brenda, with awards in honor of their service to the command at the Town Hall building. Linnington
received the Distinguished Service Medal and Brenda Linnington was honored for her support of JFHQ-NCR, its servicemembers, civilian employees and their Families. “It’s a very humble day for me frankly,” Linnington said. Before presenting the awards, Campbell asked those gathered in the building, including members of Linnington’s Family, friends and colleagues, what the first word that comes to mind is when they think about him. Supporter, passionate, gracious, genuine, mentor, tireless, real, competitive, and loyal, were the responses. “That really talks about what Mike and the unit has done as a team,” said Campbell, who see COMMAND CHANGE, page 6
Defense Department officials will move forward in making benefits available to all military spouses, Defense Secretary Chuck Hagel said in a statement issued after the U.S. Supreme Court struck down the Defense of Marriage Act June 26. The law had prevented federal agencies from offering all of the same benefits to spouses in same-sex marriages that they provide to other spouses. “The Department of Defense welcomes the Supreme Court’s decision today on the Defense of Marriage Act. The department will immediately begin the process of implementing the Supreme Court’s decision in consultation with the Department of Justice and other executive branch agencies,” said Hagel. “The Department of Defense intends to make the same benefits available to all military spouses — regardless of sexual orientation — as soon as possible. That is now the law, and it is the right thing to do. “Every person who serves our nation in uniform stepped forward with courage and commitment. All that matters is their patriotism, their willingness to serve their country and their qualifications to do so,” he said. “Today’s ruling helps ensure that all men and women who serve this country can be treated fairly and equally, with the full dignity and respect they so richly deserve.” Later, a DoD spokesman issued a statement detailing some of the steps the department is taking: — The department will immediately begin to update the identification card issuance infrastructure and update the applicable implementing guidance. It estimates that this process will take about six to 12 weeks. For civilian employees, the department will look to the Office of Personnel Management for guidance. For civilian employees who are eligible for ID card-related benefits, the DoD intends that ID cards will be made available to same-sex spouses of civilian employees at the same time as same-sex spouses of military members. see BENEFITS, page 10
Baseball shows Army some love at Nationals Stadium By Jim Dresbach Pentagram Staff Writer
Those who defend tend to work shoulder to shoulder. Both the Army and the Washington Nationals are current defenders — one is a defender of the nation while the other is defending its National League eastern division championship. The evening of June 20, the Nationals gave Soldiers and their Families full access to their ballpark during Army Appreciation Night pregame ceremonies. The District of Columbia’s major league baseball
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team saluted those who guard America and gave them the opportunity to demonstrate their physical and musical talents as well as their devotion to the home team. Military District of WashingtonJoint Force Headquarters-National Capital Region teams from The U.S. Army Band “Pershing’s Own” to The U.S. Army Drill Team to a line-up of Pentagon officers contributed to the evening. MDW Command Sgt. Maj. David Turnbull received the honor of throwing out the night’s first pitch; he was grateful the Nationals made
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Members of The U.S. Army Band and the 3d U.S. Infantry Regiment’s (The Old Guard) see APPRECIATION, page 10 Drill Team perform before the crowd at Nationals Stadium for Army Appreciation Day.
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Fireworks safety
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12th Aviation Battalion gets new commander
Exercising caution on Independence Day
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Barcroft Elementary School fourth grade students watch as Marines from Headquarters and Service Battalion, Headquarters Marine Corps, Henderson Hall take part in the Partners-in-Education Flag Day ceremony June 14 in Arlington, Va. The flag, which had previously flown over the Marine Corps War Memorial, was later presented to Barcroft’s retiring principal, Miriam Hughey-Guy.
Community Spotlight • Name? Senior Airman Jerome Beasley • Job title/where do you work? U.S. Air Force Honor Guard. • Military service? Air Force. • Favorite sports team? New Orleans Saints. • Favorite book? “Whirligig.” • Favorite food? Chicken. • Favorite band/music artist? P.O.D. • Favorite movie? Friday. • Favorite place you’ve ever traveled to or been stationed? California. • What do you like most about working on JBM-HH? The environment. • What are your goals for the year? To reenlist. • What do you like most about living in the National Capital Region? A lot to see, tourist attractions. • What’s your favorite attraction to see in the NCR? Lincoln Memorial. • What’s the best advice you’ve ever received? Ask for help. • If you won the lottery, what would you do? Buy a mansion. • What advice do you have for someone getting stationed at JBM-HH? Get a GPS.
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If you’ve ever looked at a photo, read the caption underneath and thought you could do better, now is your chance. Each week, “Caption This” will have a photo taken from around the base. It’s up to you to figure out the best, funniest or craziest caption that describes what’s going on in the picture. The only rule is you have to KEEP IT CLEAN! “Caption This” submissions can be sent either by emailing them to pentagramjbmhh@yahoo.com, commenting on our Facebook page www.facebook.com/jbmhh or just stopping by Headquarters Bldg. 59, suite 116 and dropping it off. Don’t forget to add the “Caption This” number, your name, rank or position and where you work. Commander, Joint Base Myer-Henderson Hall Every week the Pentagram staff will pick their favorite. The winner’s Col. Fern O. Sumpter’s vision and philosophy: name, caption along with the photo, will be printed in the newspaper. Compete with your friends and coworkers and see who can come up with the best one. And if you have a photo you think would make a great With a team of resource management savvy and technically competent DoD professionals, establish JBM–HH as DoD’s premier provider of consistent, qual- “Caption This,” send it in. ity services that enhance readiness and the overall well-being of our customers. Caption This #22 We must be ... - Experts at what we do … constantly improving our skills and knowledge. Auditions for The Real Housewives of JBM- Focused … set priorities and complete the mission. HH. - Committed … to the mission and each other, fostering a community of Dermita Crawford Schuyler excellence. - Professional/respectful … remain calm, even when others are not … count on each other at all times, treating everyone with dignity and respect.
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Safety tip Be careful with fireworks on the Fourth of July By Rhonda Apple Pentagram Staff Writer
A big part of Fourth of July festivities includes fireworks. People across the country will look skyward as Independence Day skies darken, excited to see the display held by professionals in their communities – and some people will purchase their own fireworks to light after picnics and other outdoor activities. “Consumer fireworks are not allowed on base. Consumer fireworks include sparklers and firecrackers,” said Joint Base MyerHenderson Hall Fire Inspector James Dansereau. “For those living off-base, check with your local authorities on where you can legally use fireworks. If you can’t find this information online, you can contact your local fire department for guidance.” According to the National Fire Protection Association website, two out of five fires reported on the Fourth of July are started by fireworks. “People should keep in mind how dangerous fireworks are. It’s best to leave fireworks to trained professionals to avoid injuries and fires. However, if you’re going to use consumer fireworks off base, make sure they’re legally allowed in your area. Do not use fireworks at all if your judgment is impaired,” Dansereau said. “Fireworks should be used by adults only. Do not allow children to handle fireworks.” He also warned not to go near fireworks if they remain inert. “They may be active. Wait at least 20 to 30 minutes before approaching the fireworks.” Dansereau pointed to a heat chart on the NFPA website. “Water boils at 212 degrees Fahrenheit; cakes bake at 350 degrees Fahrenheit; wood burns at 575 degrees Fahrenheit, and glass melts at 900 degrees Fahrenheit. The tip of a sparkler burns at a temperature of more than 1,200 degrees Fahrenheit. “That’s hot enough to cause third-degree burns,” he said.
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Revelers gather on Whipple Field on Joint Base Myer-Henderson Hall July 4, 2012 to watch the national fireworks display staged along the Washington, D.C. waterfront.
Veterans Affairs reduces backlog of disability compensation claims A Veterans Affairs Department initiative launched in April to expedite disability compensation claims decisions for veterans who have a waited a year or longer has cleared more than 65,000 claims — or 97 percent of all claims over two years old from the backlog, VA officials announced June 20. Veterans Benefits Administration staff now will focus their efforts on completing the disability claims of veterans who have been waiting more than a year for a decision while completing the final batch of oldest claims in progress, officials said. “Over the past two months, VA has been dedicated to providing earned benefits to the veterans who have waited the longest,” said VA Secretary Eric K. Shinseki. “Thanks to our hard-working VBA employees, we have completed nearly all claims that have been pending two years or longer. We’ve made great progress, but know much works remains to be done to eliminate the backlog in 2015.” Allison A. Hickey, VA’s undersecretary for benefits, said the success of this phase of the effort was due in part to the implementation of mandatory overtime for the Veterans Benefits Administration’s claims processing staff, as well as the support of physicians from the Veterans Health Administration, who expedited exams to provide medical evidence needed to rate the pending claims. The remaining two-year-old claims will be finalized in the coming days, officials said, except for those that are outstanding due to unique circumstances, such as the unavailability of a claimant for a needed medical exam, military service, vacation or travel overseas. In May, VA announced it was mandating overtime for claims processors in its 56 regional benefits offices to increase production of compensation claims decisions, a policy that will continue through the Sept. 30 end of fiscal year 2013. Today, VA has the lowest number of claims in its inventory since August 2011, officials said, and has reduced the number of claims pending for more than 125 days
by 10 percent since the initiative began. Under this initiative, VA claims raters may make final or provisional decisions on the oldest claims in the inventory, which will allow veterans to begin collecting compensation benefits more quickly, if eligible, officials explained. Veterans are able to submit additional evidence for consideration a full year after the provisional rating before VA issues a final decision. If no further evidence is received within that year, VBA will inform veterans that their ratings are final and will provide information on the standard appeals process. If a veteran disagrees with a final decision and chooses to appeal, the appeal is entered into the appellate processing system, and is not reflected in the claims inventory. VA continues to prioritize disability claims for homeless veterans, those experiencing extreme financial hardship, the terminally ill, former prisoners of war, Medal of Honor recipients, and veterans filing fully developed claims, which officials said is the quickest way for veterans to receive a decision on their compensation claim. Claims for wounded warriors separating from the military for medical reasons will continue to be handled separately and on a priority basis with the Defense Department through the Integrated Disability Evaluation System. Wounded warriors separating through IDES currently receive VA compensation benefits in an average of 61 days following their separation from service. VA’s claims inventory is composed mostly of supplemental claims from veterans already receiving disability compensation who are seeking to address worsening conditions or claim additional disabilities, officials said. Regardless of the status of compensation claims, they added, veterans who have served in combat since Nov. 11, 1998, are eligible for five years of free medical care for most conditions from VA. (From a Department of Veterans Affairs news release.)
Helpful tips for civilians facing furloughs include housing, utilities, food, transportation, medical care, loans, insurance, household operations, maintenance For most Department of the repairs, clothing, personal care, Army civilians, furloughs will education, recreation and mismean some belt-tightening. cellaneous things, such as child Furloughs are set to begin the care, gifts, contributions and week of July 8 and continue personal allowances. until Sept. 27, with one day per Having a budget helps you week taken as a furlough day make decisions about your for each employee. money and allows you to take If income drops, so should care of needs before wants. A expenses. You are probably budget also helps prevent family already aware of how you will arguments over money, a strescut back, but maybe there are sor nobody needs. some suggestions here you have • Think about what is essennot considered. tial to your family’s wellbeing. Create a budget if you don’t • Look at expenses that can be have one already. Your income reduced. Some areas could includes sources other than your include clothing, entertainment, salary, such as savings, interest, food and gifts. dividends, child support, alimo• For now, hold off on large ny and veteran’s benefits. purchases. Basically, your expenses • If you’ve been able to free up By Carol Frazelle Employee Assistance Program Coordinator
Independence Day salute to the nation There will be a 50-gun salute to the nation at the stroke of noon July 4 at Joint Base Myer-Henderson Hall’s Whipple Field by Soldiers of the 3d U.S. Infantry Regiment (The Old Guard) Presidential Salute Battery. According to Army regulation, “in commemoration of the Declaration of Independence, a salute to the Union will be fired at 1200 hours on Independence Day at all Army installations provided with the necessary equipment for firing salutes.” In 1810, the “National Salute” was defined by the War Department as equal to the number of states in the Union. This Fourth of July, the Presidential Salute Battery will fire the 75mm blank ceremonial shell with 1.5 pounds of powder. The salute takes about four minutes total, so visitors are asked to arrive early to view this celebration of America. The platoon is equipped with 10 M5, 75mm cannons mounted on M6 howitzer carriages. Each gun weighs 5,775 pounds. The battery is the only unit of its kind in the Army. Its schedule includes more than 300 ceremonies each year.
Rader Clinic alters operations during furlough (The following is a clarification of information that appeared in last week’s New Notes listings.) Starting Friday, July 12 and continuing through Monday, Sept. 30, Andrew Rader Health Clinic will undergo a change in operations because of mandated civilian furloughs which begin July 8. The civilian staff will be furloughed on the Rader-designated furlough day, Friday. Monday through Thursday during this time, all Rader Clinic services — pharmacy, laboratory, radiology, primary care, pediatrics, medical exams, well woman, optometry and behavioral health — will be open for operations as usual. On Rader’s Friday furlough days,
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operations will proceed as follows: On Fridays, the clinic, to include pharmacy, laboratory, and radiology, will only be open to Rader-assigned patients who have acute care appointments. The pharmacy staff, reduced to one pharmacist and one pharmacy technician, will only fill medications for patients with appointments on that day. On Fridays, because civilian personnel will be furloughed, the clinic will be staffed by active duty personnel who will address acute treatment issues only. Monday through Friday during this time, the TRICARE Service Center and Dental Clinic will be open for business as usual.For more information, call 703696-3447.
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some money in planning for furloughs, hold on to this as an emergency fund. • If you have to, stop or reduce voluntary deductions like retirement savings plan contributions until the furlough ends. • Be aware of any fees if you have to borrow money; shop around for the lowest interest rate. • Check with your financial institution to see what information they have. Ask if and how your financial institution will be able to help. • If you are a retired veteran, Army Emergency Relief may be able to help you. For more information call Trina Reliford at 703-696-3510. For additional resources or more information, give Frazelle a call at 703-696-3787 or send an email to carol.e.frazelle.civ@ mail.mil.
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Hundreds of happy kids bag free books at Blue Star Families event By Rhonda Apple Pentagram Staff Writer
The Joint Base Myer-Henderson Hall Community Center was overflowing with excited kids and parents attending the Blue Star Families Books on Bases event with support from the Walt Disney Company June 22. Blue Star Families is an organization which supports, connects and empowers military Families, according to its website. The Books on Bases project is about helping military children through the power of reading, and assisting them in continuing to grow and learn through deployments, temporary Family separations, PCS moves and other unique hurdles they may face. Disney’s support of Books on Bases is part of the company’s long history of respect and appreciation for the Armed Forces. Disney will donate 30,000 books to the program throughout 2013 for children of active and veteran servicemembers. JBM-HH Commander Col. Fern O. Sumpter and Command Sgt. Maj. Earlene Y. Lavender attended with about 250 military Families from across the region. “We are delighted and honored to be here at Joint Base MyerHenderson Hall. It’s an honor for us to be here at one of the most storied posts in America… This is one of the oldest programs that Blue Star Families has,” said Blue Star Families Executive Director Mark Smith. “Over the years we’ve given out more than 100,000 books through this program to schools, installations, libraries and children. We’re very proud of that.” “Our Families really deserve events like this, and this not only acknowledges what your organization does for our Families, but [also] the dedication Disney has to our Families,” Sumpter said to the
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During a Blue Star Families program June 22 at the Joint Base MyerHenderson Hall Community Center, JBM-HH Commander Col. Fern O. Sumpter and Walt Disney Company official Tammy McFeggan take turns reading the book “Billy Twitters and His Blue Whale Problem” to children.
Blue Star Families staff and volunteers and Disney VoluntEARS and executive staff. “As we continually strive to better serve our military personnel and their Families, this event is a natural extension of that mission … especially when it comes to empowering our children through reading. There is no greater gift than expanding our children’s imaginations and promoting the learning process through books and reading,” said Sumpter. Sumpter and Director of Disney Community Affairs for Europe, Middle East and Africa Tammy McFeggan, co-read “Billy Twitters and His Blue Whale Problem” by Mac Barnett to the children. Following the book reading, excitement filled the air. Applause and laughter erupted when Mickey Mouse himself walked into the community center ballroom to the surprise of children. A few children rushed over to hug the famous mouse as Mickey made his way through the crowd in preparation for a meet-andgreet with guests. Children, assisted by their par-
ents, selected five hard-cover, ageappropriate books at the event. They also received a special book bag with goodies including a DVD movie, puzzle and photo frame. “This is actually the first [Blue Star Family] event we’ve attended due to where we’ve been assigned. I’m visiting my mom in Alexandria, Va., and my good friend [Blue Star Families Operation Appreciation Manager] Megan Wieten-Scott told me about it,” said Blue Star Family member Hilary Parry, wife of Army Capt. Edward Parry, with the 3d Infantry Division, Fort Stewart, Ga., who attended with their 21month-old son, Eddie. “This is a great event and Blue Star Families is a wonderful organization. This is a great way to help lift the spirits of children of deployed parents. My son was 13months-old when his dad deployed to Afghanistan. It’s fun to come to events like this and have things to do while my husband is deployed,” she said. Eight-year-old Korben Sanchez, son of Sgt. Paul Sanchez of The
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Wainwright Hall gets a makeover By Julia LeDoux Pentagram Staff Writer
Historic Wainwright Hall on Joint Base MyerHenderson Hall has a new look and a fresh way to serve on-the-move servicemembers, their Families and government travelers. The 108-year-old building on Jackson Avenue has undergone a massive renovation and is now part of the Privatization of Army Lodging (PAL) Program, an Army-led program that revitalizes on-post facilities. During a June 25 ribbon-cutting ceremony that marked the completion of the project, Assistant Secretary of the Army (Installations, Energy and Environment) Katherine Hammock said the PAL program began in 2009, when developer Lend Lease assumed ownership of more than 3,200 rooms located across 10 Army installations. With its operations partner, InterContinental Hotels Group, Lend Lease undertook renovations at Wainwright Hall which brought it up to IHG’s standards. “It’s always great to see old buildings restored or brought back to life in a way that reflects their heritage and also acknowledges that it’s something we want to do for generations beyond the current generation,” she said. Over the past four years, PAL has expanded to 39 installations. When the program is complete, it will end up with 9,000 renovated rooms and 2,600 newly constructed ones to replace failed or failing facilities. Hammack said that PAL builds on the legacy of the Residential Communities Initiative, which she called an opportunity to provide Soldiers and their Families with quality housing through the publicprivate partnership. “This partnership is what we’re here to celebrate today,” she underscored. Kentucky Congressman Harold “Hal” Rogers, who serves as chairman of the House Appropriations Committee, also lauded the partnership. “Lend Lease, IHG and the Army are to be highly commended for the idea; one, of making this happen, and two, of saving money and also providing some really class places for servicemembers to stay at,” he said. Hammack said that many people don’t realize that lodges like Wainwright Hall have been on Army posts for centuries. She stressed that the partnership to restore and build new lodges “is not some-
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(From the left) A senior member of the U.S. House of Representatives Committee on Appropriations Rep. James “Jim” Moran, Jr., Chair of U.S. House of Representatives Committee on Appropriations Rep. Harold “Hal” Rogers, Chief Executive Officer of Americas Lend Lease Robert McNamara, Development Manager for Lend Lease (U.S.) Public Partnerships Gretchen Griffin, Assistant Secretary of the Army (Installations, Energy and Environment) Katherine Hammack, General Manager Shabi Khan and Vice President of Operations – IHG Army Hotels Arthur Holst cut the ribbon at IHG Army Hotel’s Wainwright Hall on Joint Base Myer-Henderson Hall June 25.
thing that is in competition with the private sector, but is recognizing that the Army requires lodging to help Soldiers who are changing stations, moving from one place to another, a place ... to stay temporarily while their new housing is being arranged.” On-post lodges like Wainwright Hall also provide a place for Soldiers to stay while they receive training and are ideal locations for business gatherings, she said. “Above all, it’s a way to help us manage expenses,” Hammack continued. “One of the unique things about the PAL program and the partnership is that the cost of these newly renovated rooms will be 75 percent of [a servicemember’s] per diem, which enables our Soldiers to have the flexibility to fund some of the costs associated with TDY travel or PCS moves.” Hammack said the PAL investment creates a sustainable solution for Army lodging challenges that are done in an environmentally-friendly manner. “The energy efficiency features, new HVAC system, lighting system and control, are projected to
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News Notes Fort Myer Exchange upgrades and hours For the next five months, the Fort Myer Post Exchange will be relocating sections of the store, including the customer service area, PowerZone, electronics section, sporting goods, hardware, linens and pet departments. Hours of operation: are MondayFriday, 9 a.m.-8 p.m.; Saturday, 9 a.m.-7p.m.; Sunday, 10 a.m.-6 p.m. For more information, call 703-522-0664.
2013 JBM-HH Army Ten-Miler qualifiers Registration is now open for this year’s 2013 JBMHH Army Ten-Miler Team qualifiers. This year’s Army Ten-Miler will be Oct. 20. FMWR will be hosting two ATM qualifiers this summer for active duty military only on June 28 and July 26. Each ATM qualifier will be a 10K race on JBM-HH beginning at 6:35 a.m. at the Fort Myer Fitness Center, Bldg. 414. Online registration will close the Wednesday beforerior to each date. Race day registration will be accepted on each date from 5:30-6:15 a.m. inside the fitness center. To register, visit www.jbmhhmwr.com. For more information, contact Todd Hopkins at 703939-1045 or email todd.a.hopkins.civ@mail.mil. Outdoor movies Want to catch a free Family-friendly movie under the moon, on the lawn or afloat in the pool? The 2013 summer outdoor movie series features “Transformers: Revenge of the Fallen” at 9 p.m. June 29 at Spates Community Club. The club is on the Fort Myer portion of JBM-HH. Get a look at what’s showing at www.jbmhhmwr.com/index/FMWR_Home/2013Summer_Movie_Schedule.pdf. Swimming lessons The SKIES program offers swim lessons this summer with sessions running July 8-18, July 22-Aug. 1, and Aug. 5-15. Register at CYSS Parent Central Services by calling 703-696-0313/4942. For more information, contact Annette Engum at 703-6963728 or annette.engum@us.army.mil. Pre-Independence Day battalion picnic Marine Corps Community Services holds the H&S Battalion, HQMC, Henderson Hall pre-Independence Day picnic June 28 from 11 a.m.-2 p.m. on the Marine Landing Dock behind the Marine Club. The picnic is open to all DoD ID card holders and their guests. The cost is $13 for adults and $6 for children under 10. The first 200 diners get a coupon for a free small ice cream cone. The picnic is free to battalion personnel and active duty Family members. In the event of rain, the event will move indoors to the club dining room. For more information, call 703-614-2125.
Twilight Tattoo runs through August Twilight Tattoo, held through Aug. 28, is an hourlong military pageant featuring Soldiers from the 3d U.S. Infantry Regiment (The Old Guard) and The U.S. Army Band “Pershing’s Own.” Experience a glimpse into American history through performances by The U.S. Army Blues, Downrange, The Old Guard Fife and Drum Corps and The U.S. Army Drill Team. Performances are free and open to the public. There is no formal seating. Grass seating is available and spectators can bring a blanket or lawn chairs. For information on group reservations, contact the U.S. Army Military District of Washington at 202-6852888. Performances July 1 through Aug. 28 will be at Whipple Field on the Fort Myer portion of Joint Base Myer-Henderson Hall. For more details, log onto twilight.mdw.army.mil/schedule prior to attending on a specific date. Be in the know zone Be in the know zone and get real-time information on hot happenings, deals and discounts offered by Family, Morale, Welfare and Recreation by texting OKFMWR to 99000. You will receive about one text a week on events and other happenings. Learn to cope with stress Marine and Family Programs offers a 12-session evidence-based class on coping with work and Family stress by learning to develop and apply effective coping strategies. The sessions are open to active duty personnel, Family members, and retirees. Dates for the workshops, in Bldg. 12’s conference room, are July 9 and 11, July 16 and 18, July 23 and 25, July 30 and Aug. 1, Aug. 13 and 15, and Aug. 20 and 22. The workshops run from 3-4:30 p.m. Participants must complete all sessions to receive a certificate of completion. For additional information or to register, call 703-614-7204.
Officers clubs’ July 4 celebretion The Fort Myer Officers Club will host a barbecue at the club pool July 4. For details, visit www.jbmhhmwr.com/index/FMWR_Home/2013-Myer4th.pdf. The Fort McNair Officers Club will also host a barbecue. Fore more information, visit www.jbmhhmwr.com/index/FMWR_Home/2013-July4th-flyer.pdf. July Justice tickets Tickets for the July 13 July Justice amateur boxing event are on sale. The event brings boxers from the region to the Cpl. Terry L. Smith Gym on JBMHH for an amateur boxing show open to the public
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News Notes Continued from previous page with government-issued photo ID. Food and beverages are available for purchase. Tickets are $10 for adults, $7 for active duty personnel, and free to children under 10. Doors open at 3:30 p.m. and the event begins at 4:30 p.m. Tickets may be purchased at the Semper Fit office in the gym, Bldg. 29, and at the door. For more information, call 703-697-2706. TARP training Threat Awareness and Reporting Program (TARP) annual training will be held July 17 at the Town Hall building on the Fort Myer portion of JBMHH at 10 a.m. The training is conducted by the 902nd MI Group, Fort Belvoir, and is mandatory for all U.S. Army employees every year. For more information, call 703-696-0756.
HITT instructor training Nominations are being accepted for motivated noncommissioned officers and above (first come, first serve, limited to 30 slots) to attend the level one high intensity tactical training instructor course July 1518, from 8 a.m.-4 p.m. in the Cpl. Terry L. Smith Gym/HITT Center. The Marine Corps’ HITT program is a comprehensive combat-specific strength and conditioning program essential to a Marine’s physical development, combat readiness and resiliency. Program emphasizes superior speed, power, strength, flexibility, endurance and overall combat readiness while reducing the risk of injury and ensuring Marines are physically prepared for real-time combat/tactical situations while in theatre. For more information, contact Gunnery Sgt. Daniel Jackson at jacksondm@usmcmccs.org or 703-979-8420 ext. 389. “Pershing’s Own” event schedule The U.S. Army Blues, one of America’s only professional big bands, presents a concert of jazz music, featuring the Uptown Vocal Jazz Quartet. The Blues add its signature sound to an engaging but rarely heard vocal jazz genre, breathing new life into the tradition of harmonizing vocal groups with cool, swinging, tightly-harmonized originals June 28 at 8 p.m. on the west steps of the Capital in Washington, D.C. For more information, visit www.usarmyband.com.
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Hearts Apart A Hearts Apart meeting is set for July 10 from 5:30-7 p.m. at American Legion Post 149, 3445 Washington Blvd. in Arlington County. Hearts Apart is about connecting spouses, fiancées and significant others dealing with separation of loved ones due to deployment or extended TDY. Children are welcome and a potluck dinner will be served. For more information, contact Jennifer Russo at RussoJ@usmcmccs.org or call 703-693-8906.
Welcome to Korea A welcome to Korea class is set for July 5 from 10-11 a.m. at JBM-HH Army Community Service, Bldg. 201, on the Fort Myer portion of the base. Learn about sponsorship, household shipments, personal vehicle shipments, driving, pets, passport information, as well as customs, culture and language. To register, call 703-696-0153/0156. Home alone A home alone child safety class will be held July 9 from 4-5 p.m. Parents will receive information on the recommended guidelines for child supervision, how to develop a safety plan, and how to begin a discussion about personal safety with children. Pre-registration is required. For more information, class location or to register call 703-6963512/6511. Sponsorship training A sponsorship training class is set for July 11 from 10-11 a.m. in the Army Community Service building, Bldg. 201, on Custer Road on the Fort Myer portion of JBM-HH. There will be information on hands-on training for those who desire to become a sponsor. To register, contact Kelly Weidner at Kelly.M. Weidner.ctr@mail.mil or 703-696-0153.
Blocked Summerall Field parking The Summerall Field parking lot on JBM-HH will be blocked off to all vehicles from July 11 at 9 p.m. through July 12 at 6 p.m. for a general officer retirement ceremony. For more information, call 703-696-3290.
Most offices on Joint Base Myer-Henderson Hall will be closed July 4, Independence Day. The following facilities and places of business will have altered hours July 4, and in some cases,. July 5 (which is a training holiday for many military personnel). Please check with the facility you wish to visit for additional details. •Headquarters Command Battalion – Closed July 4 and 5 (holiday and curtailed operations) •Cody Child Development Center -- Closed July 4. •Old Post and Memorial Chapel – Closed July 4, open July 5. •Rader Clinic – Closed July 4 and 5. •Commissary – Open from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. July 4. •Central Issue Facility – Closed July 4. •Equal Employment Opportunity -- Closed July 4, open July 5. •Equal Opportunity Office – Closed July 4 and 5. •Fort Myer PX - Open from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. July 4. •Fort Myer Express (Shoppette) – Open from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. July 4. •Fort McNair Shoppette – Closed July 4. •Anthony’s Pizza – Open 10:30 a.m. to 3 p.m. July 4. •Subway – Open from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. July 4. •Flower Shop – Open from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. July 4. •Barber Shop (Fort Myer) – Open from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. July 4. •Barber Shop (Henderson Hall) – Open from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. July 4. •Barber Shop (Fort McNair) – Closed July 4. •Cleaners/Alteration – Open from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. July 4. •GNC – Open from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. July 4. •Optical Shop - Open from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. July 4. •Firestone – Open from 7 a.m.
to 4 p.m. July 4. •Marine Corps Exchange, The Vineyard Wine & Spirits – Open from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. •CYSS – Building 483 – Closed July 4. •Army Community Service – Closed July 4. •Fort Myer Fitness Center – Open from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. July 4 •Fort McNair Fitness Center – Open 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. July 4 and open 6 a.m. to 2 p.m. July 5. •Cpl. Terry L. Smith Gymnasium – Open 9:30 a.m. to 6 p.m. July 4. •Maj. Douglas A. Zembiec Pool – Open 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. July 4. •Library – Closed July 4; open 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. July 5. •Recreation Center – Closed July 4. •Auto Shop – Closed July 4; open 12:30 to 8:30 p.m. July 5. •Fort Myer Officers Club – Open for barbeque at the pool, members only July 4; closed July 5 (pool open from 11 a.m. to 8 p.m.). •Fort McNair Officers Club – Closed July 4 and 5 (4th of July picnic only, catered events). •Spates Community Club – Closed July 4 and 5. •Java Café – Open from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. July 4. •Bowling Center – Open noon to 8 p.m. July 4; open 7 a.m. to midnight July 5. •MCCS Henderson Hall Car Wash – Open 24/7. •Fort Myer Legal Services & Claims Office – Closed July 4-5. •American Armed Forces Mutual Aid Association - Closed July 4.
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The 3d U.S. Infantry Regiment (The Old Guard) Commander Col. James C. Markert (center) escorts incoming Commander of Joint Force Headquarters-National Capital Region and U.S. Army Military District of Washington Maj. Gen. Jeffrey S. Buchanan (left) and outgoing JFHQ-NCR/MDW Commander Maj. Gen. Michael S. Linnington (right) to review members of the 3d U.S. Infantry Regiment (The Old Guard) during a change of command ceremony in Joint Base Myer-Henderson Hall’s Conmy Hall June 24. For more photos, visit www.flickr.com/photos/jbm-hh.
Command Change, from page 1 noted that as JFHQ-NCR and MDW commander Linnington was responsible for seven installations, oversaw the 57th presidential inaugural, and met with numerous heads of state, among other duties. “He is always personally involved, he is an inspiring leader,” Campbell said of Linnington. “Bottom line at the end of these two years, Mike has done [an] incredible [job].” Following the awards ceremony, attendees walked across the street to Conmy Hall for the change of command. Campbell and Gen. Charles H. Jacoby, Jr., commander U.S. Northern Command and North American Aerospace Defense Command, served as hosts for the event. Col. James C. Markert, commander of the 3d U.S. Infantry Regiment (The Old Guard) served as commander of troops. Participating units included “Pershing’s Own,” The United States Army Band and The Old Guard. Buchanan received his commission in 1982
after graduating from the University of Arizona with a bachelor of science in wildlife ecology. He also holds a master of arts in leadership development from the United States Military Academy at West Point. He most recently served as the deputy commanding general, I Corps, at Joint Base LewisMcChord, Wash. Buchanan’s earlier duty assignments include command and staff positions within the 82nd Airborne Division, 25th Infantry Division, and 101st Airborne Division. He also served as a company and battalion tactical officer at the United States Military Academy. From 1995 to 1997 Buchanan served as the director for operations (J3) of Joint Task Force Full Accounting. He then returned to the 101st Airborne Division, where he served as the battalion commander of the 3-187th Infantry from 1999-2001. Buchanan was assigned to the U.S. Army Infantry School as the director of combat development from 2003-2004, but served most of that
year deployed to Iraq as the director of operations (C3), coalition military assistance training team. From 2004-2006, Buchanan commanded the 2nd Brigade, 75th Division (TSB) and deployed for a second time to Iraq, where he served as an advisor to the Iraqi Special Police Commando Division. Upon his return to the United States, he served as the director of operations for U.S. Army North (Fifth Army) at Fort Sam Houston, Texas until November, 2007. From 2007 until 2009, Buchanan was the deputy commanding general for the 10th Mountain Division at Fort Drum, N.Y., which included a deployment to Iraq as the MultiNational Division-South. Following an assignment as the G-3/5/7 for the United States Army Reserve Command, Buchanan returned to Iraq as the director of strategic effects (J9), U.S. Forces Iraq from July 2010 to December 2011.Buchanan said he was humbled and honored to be named the JFHQ-NCR and MDW commander and looked forward to his new role.
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Wainwright, from page 8 mitted to safety, innovation and sustainability. “From a non-hazardous reduce energy costs by 30 materials standpoint, over percent,” she said. Hammack called the 75 percent of the materipartnership a “model that als here are either recyhelps us deliver services cled or reused,” he said. to our Soldiers and “So this is truly sustainFamilies that they need ability at work and in in order to fight the fight.” action in a very important Robert McNamara, way.” According to Lisa chief executive officer of Lend Lease Americas, MacInns, the newly renosaid his company is com- vated rooms list the
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Blue Star Families volunteers assist guests with book selections at the June 22 event.
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Gettysburg remembered Next week marks the anniversary of the Battle of Gettysburg, a pivotal event in Civil War history. In late June, 1863, Confederate Gen. Robert E. Lee led the 75,000 man Army of Northern Virginia into Pennsylvania. The 95,000 man Federal Army of the Potomac, commanded by Maj. Gen. George Gordon Meade, moved north to confront Lee’s forces. On July 1, leading elements of the two armies met at Gettysburg, Pa., as much by accident as design. Although Lee had intended to fight a defensive battle, the chance meeting of the armies caused him to alter his plans and the success gained on the first day convinced him to continue the attack on July 2. The illustration above is from the Army Heritage and Education Center's collection of the Military Order of the Loyal Legion of the United States (MOLLUS), Massachusetts Commandary. Today’s military leaders revisit the Battle of Gettysburg to think about the challenges of decision making, the burdens of responsibility and the notion that there will always be second-guessers. “As you move around the battlefield you find examples of where leaders stood up, gave directions and their men followed...” said Army War College Historian Len Fullenkamp. The battle continues to have relevance to today’s warfighter.
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Old Guard and Angela Sanchez, stood at the end of the book tables, oblivious to his surroundings as he intently studied illustrations in a books he selected. Angela said this was their first Books on Bases event. “Korben loves books and we knew anything associated with Disney is going to be fun,” said Angela. “He was very excited to see Mickey Mouse here.” Books on Bases Program Manager Janet McIntosh said she works with about 40 chapter directors across the nation, as well as overseas chapters in Germany and Japan, from her base in Atlanta, Ga., where she and her husband, Army Staff Sgt. Dan McIntosh, an Army recruiter, are assigned. “I make sure the chapter directors get their books and supplies. I also train them on how to host Books on Bases events to make sure they’re successful and search out base volunteers in areas that have no chapter director,” she said. “The partnership with Disney has been fabulous. They helped us open our program to a larger audience. We normally were servicing kids from birth to age 11, and this year we were also able to service middle school-aged kids. It’s great that we’ve been able to reach a higher age group.”
Blue Star Families Public Relations Manager AnnaMaria White is based in Los Angeles while her Marine Corps husband is on an unaccompanied tour in Okinawa, Japan. She said she met parents at the JBM-HH event who had several children. “They were appreciative of this event, some parents with several children pointed out the cost of buying books for their children can really add up. “Going into the military community, meeting people where they are [stationed] and giving free books to kids at a summer event provides a fun way for military kids to interact and continue to be engaged in reading at no cost to Families,” she said. “I like to read a lot and we got free books to choose from different age groups,” said Madelyn Dickinson, 10, daughter of Maj. Terry Dickinson of the Fort Belvoir Community Hospital, and Sonja Dickinson. Madelyn attended with her parents and three younger sisters. “It was great for the girls to receive free books and participate in the [craft] activities. It was also fun to have the [joint base] commander and the other volunteer read to the kids,” said Sonja. For more information on Blue Star Families and the Books on Bases program go to www.bluestarfam.org.
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New 12th Aviation Battalion commander takes charge By Cory Hancock JFHQ-NCR/MDW Public Affairs
The 12th Aviation Battalion has a new commanding officer. Lt. Col. James T. Donovan replaced Lt. Col. Reed G. Erickson during a ceremony held in front of the Lewis L. Stone Hanger at Davison Army Air Field, Fort Belvoir, Va., June 19. “I would like to begin by thanking our past and present leaders who I have had the distinct honor of serving under and with,” said Erickson as he addressed the battalion for the last time. “Thank you for your enduring confidence, trust, and support of me and the battalion as we executed our aviation and engineer missions.” Erickson has served in Haiti, Kosovo, Afghanistan and numerous postings stateside. His decorations include the Bronze Star and Army Commendation Medal. The 12th Aviation Battalion is stationed at Davison Army Airfield, Fort Belvoir. It traces its roots back to 1958 when it was activated as the
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Lt. Col. James T. Donovan receives the battalion flag from Col. William D. McGarrity, commander U.S. Army Air Operations Group, during the 12th Aviation Battalion change of command ceremony in front of the Lewis L. Stone Hangerat Davison Army Air Field, Fort Belvoir June 19.
Executive Flight Detachment. “It is a great honor to be standing before you today assuming command of a battalion with a critical mission and such a great history,” said Donovan. “None of this would be possible if not for the Soldiers and civilians that I have worked with throughout my career.” Donovan is a Hofstra University graduate and has a Bachelor of Science degree in economics. His decorations include the Defense Meritorious Service Medal, Senior Army Aviator Badge, and the U.S. Army Air Assault Badge. The mission of the 12th Aviation Battalion is to conduct contingency operations for the National Capital Region and to provide aviation support for the nation’s leaders. The unit supplies this support whenever called upon and provides whatever is needed to enhance the mission of the nation’s capital. The 12th Aviation Battalion is part of the Army Air Operations Group, U.S. Army Military District of Washington, headquartered at Fort McNair in Washington, D.C.
New Virginia law prohibits texting while driving a vehicle Virginia drivers can be stopped for texting whilebehind the wheel beginning July 1. Texting while driving is a primary offense with increased penalties. Texting or reading text messages while driving is illegal for all drivers, no matter their age. Currently, texting while driving is a secondary offense and can only be charged when the offender is stopped for another, separate offense. A texting while driving conviction will carry a $125 fine for the first offense and $250 for the second or subsequent offenses. The current penalties are $20 for a
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first offense and $50 for a second or subsequent offense. The new law increases the punishment of any person convicted of reckless driving to include a $250 mandatory fine if the person was texting at the time of a reckless driving offense. In 2012, more than 20 percent (28,112) of all crashes in Virginia (123,588) were attributed to driver distractions. More than 28,000 crashes resulted in 174 fatalities and 16,709 injuries. Nearly 1,700 crashes involved drivers using cell phone or texting while operating a motor vehicle. (Taken from the Belvoir Eagle’s Facebook page.)
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Participants compete in the 4th Annual Chesty’s 5k Fun Run on Joint Base MyerHenderson Hall June 26. The fun run, part of the Ooh Rah Run Series, started and finished at the Cpl. Terry L. Smith Gymnasium. The race occured on what would have been Lt. Gen. Lewis “Chesty” Puller’s 115th birthday. For more information on upcoming runs, log onto www.mccshh.com/OohRahRunSeries.html.
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Appreciation, from page 1 the effort to honor his military branch. “For the Nationals to recognize us and give us a special night for Soldiers, is great,” Turnbull said. “This is a great time to get out here and interact with the community for a little outreach. That’s something we always enjoy doing. “To be selected to throw out the first pitch is pretty awesome,” the command sergeant major continued. “I’ve thrown a lot of batting practice to my son, so I hope that carries me through.” Following Turnbull’s ceremonial toss, Lt. Gen. William Troy, director of the Army Staff, delivered the game ball to Nationals starting pitcher Jordan Zimmerman. Troy was joined on the field by the Starting 8, a collection of Nationals fans who get a 90-second pregame meet and greet with position players. The appreciation night’s Starting 8 was comprised of Army kids — many were children of Joint Base Myer-Henderson Hall Soldiers or staff members, who received the chance to traverse a major league infield and outfield for the first time. Eleven-year-old Evan Maly’s favorite National team member is third baseman Ryan Zimmerman, and when Evan headed to the field, he found himself at the hot corner face-to-face with the Nationals all-star. “This is very exciting; I’m trying to keep myself The U.S. Army Drill Team performs in centerfield to kick off the Washington Nationals Army Appreciation Night. from being too excited,” Maly said before his meeting with Zimmerman. “I’m going to say something to him; I’m going to tell him to have a good time during the game.” Musically, “Pershing’s Own” was represented by The U.S. Army Chorus, which performed the national anthem, and Downrange’s Sgt. 1st Class Christal Rheams, who took the field microphone during the seventh inning for her rendition of “God Bless America.” “Being an American and as patriotic as I am, I can’t think of a better place to be or nothing greater I can do to serve my country than to be able to sing this in the seventh inning of the baseball game,” she said. “It makes your heart beat a bit extra to think about it.” The appreciation night was a Family affair for Rheams. Her 11-year-old son, Adam, was part of the Starting 8 and met Nats catcher Kurt Suzuki. “Awesome,” was Adam’s brief reaction to being behind the plate. To start the Army Appreciation festivities, a video featuring Nationals mascot Screech with JBM-HH Soldiers was shown followed by the drill team’s centerfield exercise. As for the game, the Nationals defeated the Colorado Rockies, 5-1.
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Members of the Starting 8, which included children of JBM-HH servicemembers and staff, get instructions before meeting the players at Army Appreciation Night June 20 at Nationals Park.
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