Traveller April 19, 2012

Fort Lee

Vol. 72, No. 16

Serving the community of Fort Lee,Virginia, since 1941

WHAT’S INSIDE

Battalion Choir Makes Splash at Luncheon Page 3

VFW Post Increases Support to 54th QM Co. Page 8

Against All Odds

Sesame Street Tour to Visit Fort Lee May 12 Page 10

Journey of Recovery Includes 50-Mile Feat

Chaplain’s Corner ..........................Page 2 News Briefs .....................................Page 4 Off Duty in the Community ..........Page 7 Civilian Spotlight..........................Page 12 ACS Discovery ..............................Page 18 Calendar of Events................Pages 25-28

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Make Use of Recreation to Build Relationships

by Chaplain (Capt.) Keith Andrews 266th Quartermaster Battalion

We know the picture. The one of leaders and Soldiers building camaraderie at a â&#x20AC;&#x153;Right Arm Night.â&#x20AC;?

Or, at the unit Christmas party. Or, the battalion dining out. All of these recreational acts are designed to build a connection between leaders, Families and Soldiers.

So why canâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t we do that in marriage?

I am surprised many times when couples do nothing to improve the recreational side of their marriage. It seems as if once the wedding is over

communication.

It continues the relationship that blossomed while dating.

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Building the â&#x20AC;&#x153;recreational you have kids, put the kids to bed and companionshipâ&#x20AC;? is important to a watch a movie together or play a game.

If you are having a dry spell in your lasting bond between married couples. ,WÂśV SDUW RI WKH SDFNDJH RI EHQHILWV Âą marriage, maybe you need to start to always have a companion who networking with your spouse. If you believes in you, who supports you, who need some ideas, contact your unit loves you. Recreation builds trust and chaplain.

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Brittany Smith, right, and Glenda Frazier navigate the trail at the Bull Run Run at Clifton Saturday.

The run was a 50-mile course with several spots of rough terrain. See Pages 16 and 17 for story and photos.

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Battalion Choir Lifts Spirit at Prayer Luncheon

by Amy Perry Production/News Assistant Editor

The 262nd Quartermaster Battalion choir really got into the spirit of things during its first performance at the Battalion Prayer Luncheon April 10.

The battalion choir – thought to be a first on Fort Lee – consists mostly of advanced individual training students who volunteered to be part of the group, said Lt. Col. Ronald Childress Jr., 262nd QM Bn. commander.

“After our first prayer luncheon, I noticed that we had some very talented AIT Soldiers who could sing and dance, and realized we don’t have anything structured that would showcase their talents,” said Childress. “So I asked our chaplain – Chaplain (Capt.) Oyedeji Idowu – to look

at starting a battalion choir.”

Sgt. 1st Class Alveta Jackson, 262nd QM Bn. S-1 NCO in charge, and Staff Sgt. Ariesa Griffin, a water treatment instructor for Romeo Company, helped prepare the students for their first show. Jackson served as the choir director and Griffin helped teach the songs to the students.

Jackson said the students really enjoyed the choir.

“They had a blast and so many have approached me about continuing to participate,” she said. “They are smiling and happy; the change of pace is really good for them.”

“I am humbled and proud to be a part of something that is uplifting and will continue to bear lasting fruit,” she continued. “For some of them, the memories SEE CHOIR, PAGE 19

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Staff Sgt. Ariesa Griffin leads the 262nd Quartermaster Battalion choir in singing “The Best is Yet to Come” during the battalion’s prayer luncheon April 10 at the headquarters building.

KAHC Celebrates 50th Anniversary in Style Kenner Army Health Clinic marked the 50th anniversary of its facility Monday with an open house that featured displays by each department and its health care partners. At left, Brig. Gen. Gwen Bingham, Quartermaster General, samples an apple offered to her by Sgt. Patrick Butler of the Active Duty Clinic staff. Below, the Environmental Health Department’s Spc. Jason Files shows off a model of the timber rattlesnake, a viper that Virginia residents need to be aware of. About 1,000 people visited Kenner during the twohour open house.

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Twins Contemplate Life Together, Apart

by T. Anthony Bell Senior Writer/Special Projects

Pvts. Keona and Kenisha Dillon exhibit all of the characteristics of identical twins: they look alike, think similar thoughts and respond to questions in unison.

And if you let either one of them tell it, they are inseparable.

“We’re really, really close,” said Kenisha. “She’s like my best friend, actually. If she died, I don’t know what I’d do. I really don’t.”

The 18-year-olds are advanced individual training Army National Guard Soldiers assigned to Mike Company, 244th Quartermaster Battalion, 23rd QM Brigade. Also college students who currently share an apartment in Tampa, Fla., the two are natives of smalltown Brookhaven, Miss., where they enjoyed a certain level of notoriety.

“It was like we were little celebrities, I guess,” said Kenisha. “Anywhere we would go, it was like attention, attention, attention.”

As grown women, the twins said they still receive a lot of attention “because people seem to be amazed by twins,” said Keona. Sometimes the interest gets a little old.

“People will see that we look exactly alike, but they always ask one dumb question,” said Keona. “‘Are you twins?’’’ they replied in unison. “I’d be like, ‘No, we just look alike,’” added Keona in a sarcastic tone.

And they do. Medium in figure and roughly the same height and weight, the twins’ facial features are very similar. Only different hairstyles and hair colors distinguish them.

From a behavioral standpoint, they exhibit the same mannerisms, seem to be talkative and sociable, and both are quick to flash smiles reminiscent of a top fashion model, but they are dissimilar as well, said Sgt. 1st Class Patrick Kelly, their platoon sergeant.

“One is very quiet and soft-spoken and doesn’t want to draw attention,” he said. “The other one is very boisterous.”

That would be Kenisha, who is a theater major like her sister

them, considering they were separated for the first time during basic training.

“When we were split up, it had to be the worst two months of my life,” said Kenisha. “I was like, ‘This is ridiculous.’ I only got to see her every Sunday (for chapel services).”

The two were assigned to different companies located next to each other. That might as well have been the next solar system, said Keona, who felt the effects of the separation more so than her sister.

“I was overwhelmed with the whole process,” she said. “I was like, ‘Oh my God, this (the Army) is not for me!’ I prayed, ‘Lord, please just let me see my sister.’”

The separation brought to light not only issues of adulthood and independence but the prospect of being apart. The two are in different ARNG units so there is the possibility of separate deployments. On top of that, PHOTO BY T. ANTHONY BELL Keona is engaged. Kenisha indicated that she’s given Pvts. Kenisha and Keona Dillon the separation issue some thought but conscientiously not enough to grasp what can and may happen. and has no shortage of self-esteem.

“I just know I don’t want to be without her,” she said.

“I can sum up all that I am in one word,” she said: Keona’s engagement has moved her further along in the “‘Awesome,’ with a capital A.” contemplation stage. She seems to be more realistic but insists The differences in personality provide balance to the relanothing will alter what she shares with her sister. tionship but like many with strong emotional attachments to “Eventually, I’m going to move out and move in with one another, there are clashes, disagreements and disharmony. my fiancé/future husband,” she said. “There won’t be any Kenisha provided a little context to their loving but sometimes more of us staying together in the apartment, being roomcontentious relationship. mates, but it’ll still be the same.

I’m going to call. We’ll “When you’re a twin, your relationship is weird, because still go out and have fun.

My husband/fiancé is not going she’s somebody you can’t live with or without,” she said. to change the relationship between my sister and me.”

“Sometimes we’re around each other too much and it’ll be like, Despite what the future may bring, Keona said their ex‘Man, you know what? You’re getting on my nerves.’”

Kenisha added that no matter how many nerves are dis- periences in the Army have prepared her for the road ahead.

“I’ve gotten through the tough part, and that was basic turbed, the tension never lasts for long.

“Sometimes we literally argue every day, but we’ll be back (training),” she said. “Everything else is easy.”

It seems so. Kelly said the sisters are model Soldiers. to friends in the next 10 seconds,” she said.

“They’re never late, they’re good in school; everything we’ve The Dillons joined the National Guard last year, underwent basic training at Fort Jackson, S.C., and are now in the fifth asked them to do, they’ve gone above and beyond,” he said.

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They are in the same class, and that’s a measure of comfort to and plan to pursue acting and modeling after college.

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Motorcycle Ride to Help Special Olympians Promising food, friendship and lots of fun, the Colonial Heights Sheriff’s Office has extended an invitation to all motorcycle enthusiasts in the local area and across the state to attend the 8th Annual Special Olympics Motorcycle Ride April 28 at Fort Clifton Park.

Registration begins at 8 a.m. Riders are asked to show up with a full tank of gas and all safety gear required for motorcycle drivers in Virginia. The requested donation for registration is $20 per bike and proceeds will go to the Special Olympics program.

The riders will depart from Fort Clifton Park at 9:30 a.m. Virginia State Police motor units and members of the Blue Knights Virginia Chapter XVII will escort participants

throughout the 100-mile journey that will include several scenic routes in the local area. Route directions will be available at the starting point of the ride.

Other features of the event include coffee and donuts that will be available during morning registration. Hotdogs, popcorn and ride t-shirt sales will greet participants as they return to Fort Clifton Park, located behind Tussing Elementary School on Conduit Road. Participants can also purchase tickets for a 50-50 raffle, and a prize giveaway is planned featuring free products from several local merchants.

For the hundreds of motorcycle riders on post, this Special Olympics ride is an easy way to support the local community and a worldwide charity while enjoying a favorite hobby. For

more than 43 years, the Special Olympics have offered the opportunity for people with intellectual disabilities to prove they can and will succeed when given the chance. The organization provides training and competitions for 32 Olympicstyle sports, including swimming, snowboarding and track and field, to name a few. Special Olympic athletes achieve confidence and fulfillment as they compete in the games and inspire the public with their skills and perseverance.

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Veterans of Foreign Wars Post No. 2239 officially adopted the 54th Quartermaster Company Monday as part of the national VFW Adopt-a-Unit program.

While the two organizations have worked together in the past, this new agreement allows more opportunities for the units to receive funds for various activities, such as welcome home picnics and company events, said Tom Ferguson, VFW Post No. 2239 commander.

Tom Ferguson, VFW Post No. 2239 commander, and Art “This partnership leads to a lot of dif- Snider pose with members of the 54th Quartermaster ferent opportunities for the unit to get Company, while displaying the official Veterans of Foreign funds for company events,” he said. “It Wars Adopt-a-Unit certificate Monday. also opens up the opportunity for the young Soldiers to learn about the VFW and what it has Fort Lee – not just when they return from a deployment – is important to the veterans’ organization. to offer.”

“The 54th QM Co. is constantly being deployed and First Lt. Malwante Stewart, commander of the 54th QM they have one of the toughest jobs in the military,” said Co. – which falls under the 530th Combat Sustainment Ferguson.

“We want to be able to provide them not only Support Battalion, the 49th QM Group – said it was a nata place for events, but comradeship and opportunities to ural fit to put these two organizations together. have someone to talk to. Often, it’s hard to talk to a loved “We’ve already had the connection between the VFW one or friends who aren’t in the military about what you and the company,” Stewart said. “The VFW has sponsored see in combat.

At the VFW, you can meet others who have us for the last few years any time when we were looking experienced combat and understand.” for places to hold our holiday meetings or any other speOne of Stewart’s goals for his company is to give back cial event – and they have opened their arms up freely.” to the community – especially to the veterans nearby – Through Adopt-a-Unit, VFW and its Ladies Auxiliary and he said he feels this program will allow his Soldiers adopt hundreds of military units around the world. Adoptto be able to help local veterans. a-Unit’s goal is to develop supportive relationships with “It’s great for the young Soldiers to actually come in units before, during and after deployments to help deliver and spend time with veterans because they don’t underthe vast network of resources VFW has available for the stand the sacrifices these veterans have already endured military, according to the VFW website. just to make it possible for us to be here today,” he said.

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Army Spouses Join ‘Ultra-Runner’ Ranks

by Amy Perry Production/News Assistant Editor

Earning the elite title of “ultra-runner” is no easy feat. Few athletes have the stamina to complete jogging journeys that far exceed the already grueling 26.2-mile marathon. It demands a lot of training and unshakable determination as well, and those who make it tend to be fanatical about their love affair with long-distance running.

Two Fort Lee Army spouses joined the ultra-runner ranks Saturday when they completed the 20th Annual Bull Run race in nearby Clifton. Glenda Frazier, spouse of Chief Warrant Officer 5 Cortez Frazier, and Brittany Smith, spouse of Staff Sgt. Daniel Smith, completed the 50-mile trek and raised their running game one notch higher.

Both Army spouses also run on Fort Lee’s Army 10-Miler Team. Its coach – Larry Toler, deputy to the Quartermaster

Smith and Frazier ran the 50-mile trail next to or within eyesight of the other.

School commandant – played a part in bringing the two together for their first ultra run.

Frazier and Smith were clearly meant to be running partners; both have overcome serious health issues that still impact them today.

In May 2008, Frazier, a non-smoker and marathon runner, was diagnosed with lung cancer. After her surgery, her physician told her she would never be able to run the way she used to.

“I was like ‘whatever you say …’ and later that year, I ran a marathon,” she said. “I’ve been running with the Fort Lee team for two years, and I’m now achieving numbers – or close to it – that I accomplished before my surgery.”

Frazier admitted that the road to recovery hasn’t been as simple as it sounds.

“It affected my breathing,” she said. “When I run, I notice it’s a little heavier. Sometimes when I need to drink water, it takes a few more deep breaths to keep my pace. I’m just grateful I can still run.”

When Frazier joined the 10-miler team, Toler said he was aware of her situation as a lung cancer survivor, and summed up her first year of running with one word … “Tough.”

“She had trouble regulating her breathing and just could not keep up with the group back then,” he recalled. “But she had fire; there were others with more talent, but no one with more grit. She never gave up.

“The second year, we spent a lot of time working on what it took to improve her breathing techniques,” Toler continued. “Through hard work and training her body has re-adapted to the rigors of running. I continue to be awed

by Glenda’s accomplishments – she has developed physical strength, endurance and even leadership skills while working with the 10-Miler Team. When she completed the 50-miler, it established her credentials as not only a true survivor, but someone who has faced her challenge directly and found a way to not only live with it, but also overcome it.”

As for Smith, she said she has continuing cardiac issues.

“I’m pushing the envelope a little with what I’m doing, but I really love running,” she said. “I really love distance running. I don’t know, I didn’t drop dead from the 50, so I guess I can go further.”

Toler became aware of her cardiac issues when she couldn’t complete a workout with the team and he had to pull her away from the group. She was later cleared by a cardiologist to return.

“As a cardiac risk myself, I kept a close eye on Brittany

Frazier and Smith said the terrain was difficult and had rocks and roots on most of the trail.

PHOTOS BY CHIEF WARRANT OFFICER 5 CORTEZ FRAZIER

Glenda Frazier, left, and Brittany Smith, navigatte the trail by climbing over rocks at the Bull Run Run at Clifton Saturd day. The run was a 50during all the workouts – and closely monitored her food intake and hydration – I knew they had to improve for her to compete at any level, let alone a marathon and then a 50-miler,” he said. “The key was to make her more aware of her body, know what food and drink worked for her, and then to build her confidence to the right level.”

And so, even with the medical conditions, both women continued to run and dream about completing an ultra race one day.

“I’ve always wanted to try a 50-miler,” said Frazier. “Even before I had lung cancer, I wanted to do it. So, I decided if I found someone to do it with, I would do it.”

Then, on one Saturday run with the team, Smith casually mentioned to Frazier that she planned to enter the lottery for the Bull Run Run, as only 350 are selected to participate in the race.

“She went home and entered,” said Smith. “There were

mile course with several spots of rough terrain. The two women are Army spouses and also compete on the Fort Lee Army 10-Miler Team.

670 people who entered the lottery and only 350 who get spots. We both got spots and figured it was fate.”

“We just went with it,” continued Frazier. “It was that simple. Once you start running long distance, it becomes an adrenalin thing. How much further can’t go … what can I do.”

Smith volunteered at the race last year, and she said she’s wanted to participate for more than two years.

“I just ran my first half-marathon with the group that runs the race,” said Smith, who began running in 2008 to get into shape. “It seemed so unattainable to reach the 50, and I was so in awe of the people who were doing it. Until I started running with the team, I never had a base to work to get there.

“I told Mr. Toler last year that I wanted to run this race,” she said. “I don’t think he believed me.”

And Toler said he didn’t.

“When she first came to me, I didn’t give her much credit

for ability or toughness, and I was wrong on both counts,” he said. “As Brittany and I worked together on the Army 10-Miler Team I started to notice her commitment to the workouts, and while she lagged behind most – she didn’t give up. It didn’t take long before she didn’t lag behind.”

The 50 miles of the Bull Run Run is a difficult trail. It’s not just a flat run – it’s climbing up a mountain, over rocks, roots and bridges – which made the race tougher for the two to complete, especially since they had trained to run side-byside.

“This hellacious terrain – that neither of us was prepared for – was climbing mountains. Climbing mountains and then going back down mountains,” Frazier said. “So our plan went out the window.”

The two said they took turns in the lead on the single track for 6-7 miles each. For the last five miles, Frazier’s husband joined them and saw the terrain for himself.

“I’m glad he got to see the terrain because nobody would believe you,” said Smith. “Going into the aid stations, the trail widens up and it looks nice and smooth. From the volunteer perspective, you never really see what the whole trail is like. When her husband came out and saw the trail, it was like ‘thank God, someone else saw this trail’ so we’re not being wimps.”

Having to pause and think about the obstacles made the race just that much tougher, said Smith.

“You’re already kind of gone mentally when you are running that far,” she said. “To have to stop and do something that requires your attention, it brings you back. You’re like ‘Oh, my gosh, I can barely move my legs, and I have to navigate this terrain.’”

The two finished in 11 hours and 50 minutes, and have already started looking for the next race. Both said they look forward to doing even longer races, such as a 100-miler.

“My husband said, ‘I can’t believe you’re already looking for another race’ because that’s what I was doing the next night,” Frazier said. “Legs hurt, I got a bad brush burn from my camel pack, but I’m looking for another race. Before the race, I thought that I would either hate the 50-miler, or I would want to do another one.”

Frazier started running in competitions after watching some of her husband’s Soldiers run in one in 2004 and thought she could do that.

“You can’t just run; you have to run a race,” she said. “Get into a local 5K – whether you walk it or run it – just get into it. There’s something different about a race than just going out your front door and running. It’s totally different. Just run a race and you’ll get hooked.”

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BBB Partnership Foils Financial Predators An ongoing partnership between the Army Community Service Financial Readiness Program and the Better Business Bureau means increased opportunities for consumer education and advocacy for service members and their Families.

The team-effort is called “The Military Line.” It makes the BBB’s resources more accessible to military community members who are often the target of unscrupulous and predatory business practices.

“At our installation, same day lenders set-up shop just outside the gate to lure troops and Families with the idea of getting fast cash,” said Patsy Piggott, the he Fort Lee FRP manager. “Many of our troops think, ‘This This is too easy. I can (get a quick loan) and havee it paid in full by the next pay period.’”

What they often fail to realize is that those loans have extremely high interest rates. If the service member is already struggling to make ends meet when he or she is suddenly slapped with those big,, nancial long-term payments, it often results in financial devastation. “Furthermore, when Soldiers makes poor financial choices, the cost of those decisions can undermine military readiness, security clearances and national security,” Piggott noted. “The impact of poor financial decisions is so powerful; it can take years to recover.”

Piggott said she has seen plenty of predatory lending examples where interest rate repayments had “extended into the thousands of dollars.” According to the Center for Responsible Lending – a non-profit national organization – only two percent of consumers are able to satisfy payday loan debts before they’re slapped with addition-

al charges that can range as high as 250 percent of the amount borrowed.

“This is why it’s so important to get The Military Line information out to our service members and Families,” Piggott said. “The core objective of the program is to teach troops the techniques that will help them avoid becoming a victim of scams. Our focus is on education and prevention at all levels of the military. We know that the lack of financial literacy can become a serious issue, as well as an unnecessary burden and distraction to Soldiers and Families.”

There are no rank or age restrictions when it comes to making a financial mistake, Piggott also noted. ACS and the BBB are very much aware of the situation and are continuously asking the military community to “help us, help you and your Family” through education and awareness.

The five components of the Military Line program are as follows: Education The FRP and the local BBB offices teach financial readiness classes to service members and their Families

around military installations.

Outreach The FRP and the BBB attend and support community fairs, conferences and other events, speaking with and educating Soldiers on consumer rights and advocacy.

Information The FRP and the BBB provide articles, links and consumer alerts on agency websites and Facebook pages specifically targeted toward the military community.

Data Collection The BBB analyzes data to help identify the threats and military community in the marketplace. needs of our milit Complaint and Dispute Resolution Compl Visit ACS if you need assistance with filing a complaint with the BBB – it can help military consumers resolve disputes and alerts us to issues affecting the military community at large.

“Financial readiness is critical to mission readiness,” Piggott said. “That is m why the BBB is so important to our partnership because, together, we will make it happen one training at a time. That’s our commitment to our military members.”

For more information on The Military Line, call ACS at (804) 734-6388 or contact the BBB at (804) 648-0030 to request training or to get yourself better informed on your rights as a consumer. Additional information about upcoming financial classes also can be found at www. leemwr.com/Comm/ACS/com_acs_acs.htm.

– Army Community Service and Staff Report

ACS Offerings at Lee Are Many, Varied A number of courses for Soldiers and their Family members are available through Army Community Service. The office is located at 1231 Mahone Ave. For details about the wide variety of offerings, call (803) 734-6388 or visit www.leemwr.com and clicking on Army Community Service under “Useful Links.”

Relocation Readiness Army Community Service offers four Relocation Readiness classes at Fort Lee. The Overseas Briefing is 9 a.m. noon at the Soldier Support Center on May 16, June 20, July 18, Aug. 15 and Sept. 19.

The other classes are 10 a.m. to noon at the ACS building. Hearts Apart will meet May 4, June 1, July 6, Aug. 3 and Sept. 7.

Immigration and Citizenship will meet April 24, May 28, June 26, July 31, Aug. 28 and Sept. 25.

Sponsorship will meet April 24, May 22, June 26, July 24, Aug. 28 and Sept. 25.

For details or registration, call (804) 734-6388.

Immigration Services Military Families seeking guidance for the citizenship process may meet with the Army Community Service immigration liaison the first Tuesday of each month, 1-3 p.m. ACS is in build-

ing 9023 on Mahone Avenue across from Burger King.

They may also call (804) 734-7589 for an appointment.

Resilience Training Army Community Service has slated Master Resilience Training sessions to help Family members take a productive approach to the challenges of the military lifestyle. Reservations are required for the sessions at the Soldier Support Center, Room 109.

Each class is 9 a.m. - 2:30 p.m. Modules and their dates are as follows: Module 1, May 3; Module 2 July 18; Module 3, May 30 or July 31; and Module 4, April 23,

June 20 or Aug. 22.

For details, call (804) 734-7636.

Newcomers’ Brief Army Community Service conducts an installation wide newcomers’ brief every Monday, 2 p.m., at the Soldier Support Center, Room 125. Spouses and civilians new to Fort Lee are welcome to attend to discover the resources, programs and services available to them.

Some of the participating agencies include Child, Youth and School Services, the Environmental Management Office, housing, the Education Center, ACS and the military family life consultant.

For details, call (804) 734-7589.

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“I definitely connected with the AIT students by sharing our gifts,” said *riffin. “I want to stick around and help with the choir more. I know the Soldiers enjoyed this experience and loved breaking the monotony of everyday soldiering.”

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by Kathryn C. Weigel Production Assistant Find the place names in the puzzle that are associated with Historic Garden Week in Virginia, April 21-28. Historic homes and gardens are open to visitors across the state. Tickets are required and some sites sell lunch or tea. Visit www. vagardenweek.org for details. Local tourism offices usually have guidebooks available. The words and phrases in the puzzle are forward, backward, vertical, horizontal and diagonal.

Albemarle County Berkeley Plantation (Charles City) Brandon Plantation (Prince George) Centre Hill Mansion (Petersburg) Destiny Inn (Petersburg) Dodson’s Tavern (Petersburg) Eastern Shore Gloucester Harrisonburg Historic Ashland

Lake Gaston Lexington Marie Bowen Gardens (Petersburg) Martinsville Mathews County Merchants Hope Church (Prince George)

Middleburg Norfolk Northern Neck Olde Town Portsmouth Old Town Alexandria Orange County Richmond Roanoke Shirley Plantation (Charles City) Staunton The Worker’s Cottage (Petersburg) Upperville Virginia Beach Weston Plantation (Hopewell) Williamsburg SEE ANSWERS, PAGE 28

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ALU Team Counts Winning Points The Army Logistics University “Count the Bucket” team celebrates a first-place win following the 2012 Intramural Basketball Championship April 9 at MacLaughlin Fitness Center. The ALU team defeated Bravo Company, 832nd Ordnance Battalion, 32-31, in the final round of competition.

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Team Napper’s Ready to Race Three Fort Lee police officers stand ready to run the Ukrop's Monument Avenue 10K in Richmond on March 31. Sponsored by the Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 637, the officers dubbed themselves Team Napper, to honor the late retired Gunnery Sgt. Ronald Napper who had served with the post police.

Running on Team Napper were Dennis Mull, Kevin Gareau and Keith Miller. Another Provost Marshal Office team also ran the popular race. Its members were Tasheka Davison, Stanley Liss, Jennifer Warshawsky, Mysha Goins and Robert Tamez.

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Running to Remember About 50 Soldiers from the 266th Quartermaster Battalion, 23rd QM Brigade, were among the several hundred participants who took part in the Virginia Veterans Memorial Run-Walk to Remember 5k Saturday in Richmond. Privates First Class Jasmine Garcia and Annessa Pritchard were the top two female runners of the race. Pvt. David Hurtado placed third in the men’s category. In addition to runners, the “Providers Battalion” supported the event with 10 volunteer Soldiers who served as traffic safety guards and water station helpers. According to the event organizers, the 5k race was meant to serve as a tribute to the sacrifices of those who have served and are serving in the U.S. military.

The proliferation and popularity of apps on mobile phones continue to grow at an incredible rate. And, according to a recent Exchange poll, military members with their mobile lifestyle have a higher propensity to use these tools. As a result, their need for the latest in mobile technology is even greater.

To meet military consumers’ evolving communications needs, the Army & Air Force Exchange Service offers great pricing on the latest mobile phone models through its Exchange Mobile Center. The kiosk features the hottest phones from AT&T, T-Mobile and Verizon as well as prepaid options from Boost and a variety of service plans and great accessories, all at competitive prices In mid-April, many of the latest mobile phones will go on sale with the Fort Lee Exchange’s first Semi-Annual Wireless Sale. The inaugural sale began April 13 with two days of “Door Buster Deals” and runs through April 26.

Shoppers can also enter to win a

55” Samsung Flat-screen HDTV, $500 Exchange gift card, XBOX 360 KinectTM bundle or one of dozens of other prizes to be given away. No purchase is necessary to win.

Representatives from AT&T, T-Mobile and Verizon will be available to demonstrate phones and answer questions.

“There’s no better time to shop and save for that hot new smart phone you’ve been wanting,” said the Exchange’s General Manager Audrey Alston. “The kiosk at the Fort Lee Exchange is the place to go to find the latest handsets, coolest accessories or just to ask that wireless question no one else can answer.”

With a selection of phones from three major cellular service providers, shoppers can see and compare a variety of each brand’s most popular cell phones, tablets and service plans, with knowledgeable associates who provide expert assistance.

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EVENTS Wrestling Show An International Championship Wrestling event will be held at MacLaughlin Fitness Center April 27, 7 p.m. The free show is open to the general public.

Food and beverages will be available for purchase. The doors open at 6 p.m.

Among the wrestlers are Chris Masters, Val Venis, Raven, Shawn Daivari and Doink the Clown. The event will include tag team and ladies matches.

For details, call (804) 765-3176.

Veterans Job Fair A traditional job fair will be supplemented by new interactive tools during the upcoming Veterans Got Talent event at the Lee Club, June 5, 9 a.m. - 4 p.m. It is open to military identification card holders and veterans only.

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More than 40 employers are expected for the event.

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AUSA Tourney The Association of the United States Army will sponsor a golf tournament on April 27 at the Cardinal Golf Course. Tee time is 12:30 p.m.

The cost, $30 - $45, includes greens fee, cart, range balls and door prize drawings.

To register, call (804) 734-0595 or 734-1563.

WOA Meeting The Crater Chapter of the Warrant Officer Association has invited all warrant officers, including retirees, to an informal meet and greet on May 10, 11 a.m. - 1 p.m. at the Hut, 10000 C Ave. Lunch will be served at no charge. Participants are asked to bring a business card for a raffle drawing.

For details, call (804) 765-7092.

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To join the team, make a donation or complete a luminary, visit www.relayforlife.org/pgc. Participants may sign up to walk in 30-minute increments at www. signupgenius.com/go/20F0E4DAEAD2AAA8-relay.

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Film Preview Ten U.S. military bases have an opportunity to see an advance showing of the movie â&#x20AC;&#x153;Battleshipâ&#x20AC;? between May 15 and 17 at an area theater. To vote for Fort Lee, visit http://eventful.com/battleship.

Arts, Crafts Contest The Family and Morale, Welfare and Recreation Arts and Crafts Department will accept submissions for its annual arts and crafts contest May 1 - June 30. Assistance is available at the Picture Perfect Frame Shop, building 9024.

Jpeg images of two- and three-dimensional entries must be submitted at https://artscrafts.fmwrc.army.mil by June 30. Entries may be ceramics, drawings, wood, prints, fibers, water-based painting, oil painting, glass, metals and jewelry. There is no entry fee, but participants must use an AKO email account to enter.

For details, call (804) 734-6137.

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Brunch for Mom The Lee Club will serve a Mother’s Day Brunch on May 13, 1 p.m. Reservations are required by May 8.

Menu options include custom omelets, a Belgian waffle bar, smoked salmon, Cajun shrimp, carved turkey and ham, sweet potatoes, mashed potatoes with gravy, a salad bar and a chocolate fondue fountain.

The Lee Club is at the corner of Mahone Avenue and Battle Drive. The cost is $23.95 per person and $12.95 per child (3-9 years old). Children 2 and younger are free.

For details and reservations, call (804) 734-7547.

The Lee Club’s international dinner buffet will offer cuisines of several Italian regions on April 24.

The cost is $13.50 for ages 11 and older and $6.95 for children 3-10 years old. Children 2 and under are free.

The Lee Club is located at the corner of Mahone Avenue and Battle Drive. The buffet hours are 5-6:30 p.m.

For details, call (804) 734-7547.

Army Race Car The Army’s Chevrolet Impala show car will be at Fort Lee’s main PX on April 23, 11 a.m. - 2 p.m. A NASCAR expert will accompany the car to answer questions about its inner workings and the race team.

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AMVETS Invitation Military members who have served in Afghanistan or Iraq as well as all other veterans are invited to join AMVETS Post 804, which meets the second Thursday of the month at the new Mifflin Hall.

For details on the national organization, visit www.amvets.org. For details about Post 804, call (804) 334-4352.

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have their photos made by the car are invited to bring their cameras and someone to snap the pictures.

The May 4 tournament has a four-man captain’s choice format. Costs are $45 for course members, $75 for civilians and military E-6 and above, and $45 for E-5 and below.

Entries and fees may be mailed to Provost Marshal Office, Attn: Bike/Community Police, 1900 Mahone Ave., Fort Lee, Va. 23801-1706.

For details, call (804) 734-6461 or 943-5700.

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Personal Trainers Personal trainers are available weekdays by appointment at MacLaughlin Fitness Center. Specialized programs are offered for sports, weight loss, resistance training, reconditioning and people 60 or older.

The cost for 60-minute sessions is $35 each for the first nine sessions and $30 each for 10 or more sessions.

For details, call (804) 734-6198.

PMO Tourney Registration is open until April 29 for the 45th Annual Provost Marshal Golf Tournament at Fort Lee’s Cardinal Golf Course.

A special dance class for home schooled students is available Mondays, 10:45-11:45 a.m., at the Multiprogram/SKIES Unlimited Facility.

The class in ballet and tap is for students age 5-12. The cost is $34 per month.

For details, call (804) 734-0612.

Youth Zumba SKIES Unlimited is offering one-hour Zumba fitness classes for teens (13-17) at 3:30 p.m. and youth (8-12) at 4:30 p.m. on the first and third Saturdays of the month at the Fort Lee Youth Center. The cost is $5 per session. At least five students must register for the class to be held.

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Battle Reenactment The City of Petersburg Department of Tourism presents the 21st annual Revolutionary War Reenactment of the 1781 Battle of Petersburg at the historic Battersea estate on April 21, 10 a.m. - 6 p.m., and April 22, 10 a.m. - 4 p.m.

The two-day event will provide the public opportunities to immerse themselves in the 18th century, experiencing and learning about the soldiers who fought in the War for American Independence from England.

More than 125 period reenactors will set up camp for the weekend, recreating the Revolutionary War experience through regimental drills, training exercises, skirmishes and battle demonstrations on both days. There will also be a Punch and Judy puppet show on April 21, and an Italian equilibrist will perform April 22 Battersea is at 1289 Upper Appomattox St., Petersburg. Tickets for the event are $5 for adults; children 12 and under are free.

Tickets may be purchased in advance at the Siege Museum, 15 West Bank St. For details, call (804) 733-2402 or visit www.petersburg-va.org.

Volunteers Needed Petersburg Parks and Leisure Services is seeking volunteers for April 21, 7:30 a.m. - 4 p.m., to help with installation of playground equipment at Berkeley Manor Playground. Boehringer Ingelheim Inc. donated more than $20,000 to buy the equipment for the playground.

For details or to volunteer, call (804) 733-2394.

Wine Festival The Celebration of the Vine Festival is set for April 21, 11 a.m. - 6 p.m., at the Chesterfield County Government Complex, 9901 Lori Road. Casper, a regional band favorite, will perform at 1 p.m.

Adults 21 and older may purchase tasting tickets for $20 in advance or $30 at the gate. Non-taster tickets are $10 in advance and $15 at the gate. They are available at Martin’s Grocery Stores or online at www. etix.com.

For details, call (804) 748-6364, ext. 6.

Golf Lessons Free golf lessons for Petersburg youths are being offered through the Golf for Life

program at Dogwood Trace Golf Course on Saturdays, 10-11:15 a.m., until May 19.

The program offers an hour-long golf lesson and a brief lecture on the game’s relationship to everyday life. It is for youths 8-17 years old.

The cost for non-city residents is $10.

Registration is required one week in advance by calling (804) 732-5573.

‘Steel Magnolias’ Sycamore Rouge, Petersburg’s professional theater at 21 W. Old St., is offering a production of “Steel Magnolias” that will run April 27 - May 20 on Fridays and Saturdays at 8 p.m. and Sundays at 4 p.m.

For details and tickets, call the box office at (804) 957-5707 or visit www.sycamorerouge.org.

Acoustic Concerts Free Thursday night acoustic concerts will be held at the Central Library, 11800 Centre St., Chester, through May 31 at 7 p.m. Top regional performers will play.

For details, call (804) 748-6314.

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Constant Convocation Center 4320 Hampton Blvd., Norfolk, Virginia Meet face-to-face with representatives from Hampton Roads top companies as CareerConnection presents great opportunities with this career event. Polish up that resume and don’t miss this chance to give your career the boost it deserves!

Poetry Month The third annual Appomattox Regional Library System Poetry Contest is accepting up to three poems per entrant by April 23. There are four age groups: grades K-3, grades 4-8, grades 9-12 and ages 18 and up. Winning entries will be posted on the ARLS website. Entries may be submitted in person or at contest@arls.org.

Poet and writer Nathan Richardson will host “Poetry, Prose and Pizza” at the Prince George Library on April 26, 6 p.m.

Participants are invited to take their own poetry or prose to recite.

For details, call (804) 458-6329, ext.

1005, or visit www.arls.org.

DAILY IN THE VIRGINIAN-PILOT AND AT HAMPTONROADS.COM

Participating Companies

Circus Tickets Military members and their Families are eligible for reduced price tickets to the Ringling Brothers and Barnum and Bailey Circus through FMWR and ITT Ticketmaster outlets. The circus will be at Hampton Coliseum, April 19-22.

Retirees Club The Military Retirees Club Inc. of Richmond will meet May 6, 4 p.m., at 2220 Sledd St., Richmond. Membership is open to all military retirees.

For details, call (804) 337-1333.

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ICE â&#x20AC;&#x201D; FROM PAGE 2 One of the more antiquated elements of the ICE Program is the hand-written customer comment card. It takes more time to fill out and the information had to be manually input by the garrison staff. A better option is coming soon.

With the acquisition of 20 computer kiosks configured specifically for ICE comment submissions, Fort Lee ICE should soon show great improvement.

The new devices were fielded in early March across the garrison.

Among the sites selected for kiosks are lodging, both fitness centers, two dining facilities, three Child, Youth and School Services facilities and several other garrison support offices.

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If you have submitted ICE comments in the past, the garrison team thanks you. Your feedback is taken seriously, and the command team knows it has not always been easy to submit an ICE comment.

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• When advertising a home for rent or home for sale, the home must be THE PRIMARY RESIDENCE. (All rental properties are considered to be paid ads.)

• When advertising animals for sale, the ad will only be considered free if there is only one animal being sold.

(LITTERS BEING SOLD ARE CONSIDERED PAID ADS) • The classified editor reserves the right to edit or refuse ads based on advertising policies.

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Articles For Sale Pastor Carl G. Singleton, Sr. First Lady Andrea M. Singleton Where saints come to fellowship, and sinners come to know Jesus.

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ORDER OF SERVICE Tues. 11:45am

Intercessory Prayer

Wed. 7:00pm

Bible Study

Fri. 11:45am

Intercessory Prayer

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Choir Rehearsal

Sun. 10:00am

Sunday School/ New Members Class

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Sunday Morning Worship Service

Welcome to Emmanuel Church of God in Christ where the pastor is friendly and the people are nice.

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Furniture-Household 2 Table Leafs 42l x 18w & 1in thick with 4 pegs. $35 for both. Call Jim 804-687-6561.

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FORT LEE â&#x20AC;&#x153;TRAVELLERâ&#x20AC;? ACCOUNT EXECUTIVE The Traveller is the authorized newspaper for Fort Lee, serving the needs of our local active duty soldiers, their families, and retiree/veterans in the tri-city area. We are seeking a sales account executive to represent our newspaper and service the Tri-city market.

A successful candidate will: â&#x20AC;˘ Have a strong work ethic, and be a self motivator â&#x20AC;˘ Enjoy working with local clients in finding solutions that will assist them in promoting their businesses to the military through our product offerings of newspaper, online, and events. â&#x20AC;˘ Manage time wisely â&#x20AC;˘ Is results driven and goal-oriented â&#x20AC;˘ Has a minimum of 3 years sales, or similar experience, for this position â&#x20AC;˘ Someone that is committed to the military, community, and our company.

Compensation package is salary and commission based. Estimated compensation $45-50,000, in addition to numerous benefits (401K programs, health, paid vacation, training, tuition reimbursement, mileage and more).

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Rent includes water, trash & sewer.

Colonial Heights $595/month B Dupuy Ave. 2BR, 1BA. Living Rm, all electric, close to shopping, restaurants & Ft. Lee. Colonial Heights $650/month 312 Brookedge Dr. 2BR, 1BA. Living Rm, eat-in kitchen, all electric.

Colonial Heights $700/month 310 Kent Ave. 2BR, 1BA. Kitchen, living room, gas & electric, central air.

HOUSES Colonial Heights $750/month 3114 Farris Ave. 3BR, 1 bath, Renovated, living room, eat-in kitchen & great yard.

Chester $750/month 3712 Dupuy Ave. 2BR, 1 bath, living room, kitchen & laundry room. Giant yard.

WILL NOT LAST! Matoaca COMING SOON - Mid-June $900/month 21635 Magnolia Ave. 3BR, 1 bath, living room, eat-in kitchen.

Petersburg $1200/month 324 Clairmont St., 10 miles to Ft. Lee. 4BR, 2BA, liv room, din room, lg. kit, washer/dryer included. Totally renovated.

Disputanta $1600/month 5986 Hawks Perch Ln., 2,500 sqft. on 3 acres. 4BRs, 2.5 bath, washer/dryer, fridge, microwave, all electric. Eat in kit, lg liv rm, fam rm, formal din rm. 2 car att. garage. Tile downstairs, carpet upstairs.

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2012 Hyundai Elantra

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