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June 16, 2016
212th Military Police Detachment welcomes new commander By Amanda Stewart Staff writer
With a Fort Belvoir police car parked near the stage and a Fort Belvoir Fire and Emergency Services ladder truck displaying a large American flag nearby, the 212th Military Police Detachment officially welcomed a new leader Friday at a change of command ceremony at the Fort Belvoir amphitheater. Incoming commander Capt. Jerell E. Singleton took command of the detachment from outgoing commander Capt. Trent M. Dow at the ceremony. Under Dow’s command, in addition to working “to support and defend all of us who live and work here at Fort Belvoir,” the 212th Military Police Detachment provided support to several other missions in the Military District of Washington, said Lt. Col Phillip V. Lenz, U.S. Army Garrison Fort Belvoir, Headquarters Battalion commander, who presided over the ceremony. “During Capt. Dow’s tenure, he and his Soldiers supported multiple See 212TH, Page A7
Up Front Closures
American Water plans to demolish the old water tank near the 15th Street playground, beginning today. Surrounding roads, the playground and the Skate Park will be closed until demolition is finished.
Amphitheater events
MWR hosts its Family Fun Fridays series monthly at the Fort Belvoir amphitheater, at the intersection of Gunston and Abbot roads. The first event, a concert by Elvis tribute artist Lionel Ward is 6:30 to 8:30 p.m., Friday. The next events in the series are a screening of the movie Pan July 15; and a concert by Traitors N’ Thieves Aug. 19. All events start at 6:30 p.m. Bring lawn chairs and blankets to these free events, which also include children’s activities and food trucks selling. For more information, call 703805-3417.
Finance offices closed
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Capt. Jerell Singleton, right, accepts the guidon as the incoming commander of 212th Military Police Detachment from Lt. Col. Phillip Lenz, Fort Belvoir Headquarters Battalion commander, during the Friday ceremony.
HHC holds change of command ceremony
TransPARENTING Education Seminar
ACS Family Advocacy Program hosts a TransPARENTING seminar that offers separated parents tools and information to help the family move through the tough periods of significant change associated with divorce. The seminar is from noon to 4 p.m. June 30 at ACS, Bldg. 200, 9800 Belvoir Road. Contact FAP at 703-805-3980 or 703-05-2693 to register and for more information.
By Amanda Stewart Staff writer Capt. Joshua J. Krause relinquished command of Headquarters and Headquarters Company, U.S. Army Garrison, Fort Belvoir to Capt. Taylor J. Durling at a change of command ceremony Monday in Wood Theater. Lt. Col Phillip V. Lenz, Headquarters Battalion commander, presided over the ceremony and spoke about the wide range of responsibilities HHC has on the installation. “They are dedicated professionals who strive for excellence, regardless of the task,” Lenz said. He listed the sum of the company’s accomplishments during Krause’s command by the numbers: Two Army Safety Excellence Streamers awarded in two consecutive years; two APFT Excellence streamers awarded in two years; one installation Solider of the year; four IMCOM heroes of the week; more than 800 hours of volunteer service; and too many positive “ICE comments, complimentary emails and laudatory phone calls” to count, Lenz said. Lenz said much of the company’s success is due to Krause’s leadership. “Josh is the epitome of a professional - confident, ar-
The Army Finance Offices at forts Belvoir and Myer, and the Pentagon, close June 24 at 11 a.m. for the organization’s summer picnic.
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HHC incoming commander Capt. Taylor Durling speaks at a change of command ceremony, Monday, at Wood Theater. ticulate, and unflappable under pressure. Even more impressive is his impeccable character and compassion for Soldiers,” Lenz said. Lenz also thanked Krause’s wife, Lynsey for her contributions through her work with the battalion family readiness group. In his remarks, punctuated by jokes that drew chuckles from the audience, Krause said he learned a lot during his 26 months in command, and thanked his leadership, his team and his family for their support. See HHC, Page A10
Get Golf Ready
The Fort Belvoir Golf Club offers golf clinics for beginners that cover everything needed to get started. Sessions are weekly for five weeks and cover putting, chipping, pitching, full swing, and etiquette. Hour-long, Tuesday-Thursday clinic start dates are July 12 and Sept. 6. Start times for the Tuesday and Thursday sessions is 6 p.m. and on Wednesdays there are 5 and 6 p.m. sessions available. Contact the Golf Club, 703-806-5878 for more information.