Traveller Oct 27, 2011

Fort Lee

Vol. 71, No. 43

Serving the community of Fort Lee,Virginia, since 1941

WHAT’S INSIDE

Passenger Railcars Arrive on Fort Lee Page 3 Recycle Week Offers Contest, Chance to Win Money Page 5

CASCOM CG Presents Retention Awards Page 18 CFC Commentary ..........................Page 2 Student to Student Program .........Page 6 America’s Military ..........................Page 9 Hunting Safety .............................Page 10 Sgt. McGillicuddy’s Crossword.....Page 21 Calendar of Events................Pages 26-29

Harvest Fest CYSS Kicks Off Holiday Season in Grand Style See Page 17

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COMMENTARY

Our Opportunity to Make a Difference

by Kimberly K. Fritz Family/Community Life Reporter

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Correction The article “Inuenza Vaccineâ€? that appeared in the Oct. 6 Health Care Guide insert for the Traveller was incorrectly attributed. Sgt. 1st Class Yolanda E. Theodore, NCOIC of the Primary Care Division wrote the piece.

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Brady Otis from the Strong Beginnings 1 class, CDC Yorktown, paints a pumpkin at the CYSS Harvest Fest Oct. 21. CYSS hosted the festival for its patrons and community members.

Photo by Amy Perry To reach the Traveller Staff, call (804) 734-7147 or e-mail LeeePublicAffairs@conus.army.mil.

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Passenger Railcars Arrive at Fort Lee Vehicles Part of System that will Transport Students to Fort A.P. Hill for End-of-Cycle Training

by T. Anthony Bell Senior Writer/Special Projects

The first components of a passenger train that will transport sustainment warriors to Fort A.P. Hill for field training arrived here Wednesday.

Four 138-passenger-capacity railcars are part of a passenger train system that will be comprised of six additional cars and three locomotives scheduled for delivery early next month. The train will carry mostly advanced individual training Soldiers and cadre to the north-central Virginia post to participate in mandatory field training.

Thurman Brayboy, train operations principal planner, Transportation Corps, said the delivery signals the near-end to a two-year process to change the mode of transport for students currently being

mile travel route to the Caroline County installation and is frequented hourly by thousands of tourists, regional commuters and commercial transporters headed to the nation’s capital and other population centers along the East Coast.

Brayboy said the next step in making the train operational will be to configure the vehicle components and clear a number of administrative issues.

“Then we will conduct a few trial runs before it actually starts to transport troops,” he said.

Without any delays, said Brayboy, the passenger train should be operational in January.

PHOTO BY T. ANTHONY BELL Fort Lee began transporting Four 138-passenger railcars await clearance to enter Fort Lee at the Ordnance students to Fort A.P. Hill two Campus near Temple Avenue Wednesday. The railcars will be used to transyears ago when the Logistics port 700-1,200 students weekly to Fort A.P. Hill.

Warrior field training site was bused to the field sites.

Currently, 13 buses transport 700- razed to make way for the Ordnance “The bottom line is safety,” he said, not- 1,200 students weekly to Fort A.P. Hill Campus, a consolidation of two schools ing why the change was made. “This is a for an end-of-cycle event called the that were relocated to Fort Lee as a resafer mode of transportation than putting Sustainment Warrior Field Training sult of the 2005 Base Realignment and numerous buses on the road at one time.” Exercise. Interstate 295 is part of the 63- Closure mandate.

Fort Lee CFC Kick-Off Launches Season of Giving Maj. Gen. James L. Hodge, Combined Arms Support Command and Fort Lee commanding general, signs his Combined Federal Campaign pledge card as the season of giving kicks off worldwide. CFC – the only authorized solicitation for federal employees – is the largest and most successful workplace philanthropic fundraiser in the world. In 2010, federal employees raised more than $281.5 million for charitable causes around the world.

Fort Lee celebrated CFC’s start with a golf tournament and is set to host a luncheon in November. Unit CFC representatives will deliver a booklet and pledge card to each member of the unit or organization. Pledges are voluntary and help support local charitable agencies such as Army Community Service, Fort Lee Child, Youth and School Services, the Holiday Helper Association, the Fisher House of Richmond, Inc., and the USO of Hampton Roads and Central Virginia. For more information, call Sgt. 1st Class Nisha Dowdell at (804) 765-3833.

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Caution Can Curtail Computer Crashes

by Patrick Buffett Managing Editor

A catastrophic crash of Fort Lee’s computer network could be just a malicious email attachment or internet download away, cautioned officials of the Network Enterprise Center here.

Users of government computers play an enormous role in network security, said Bill Palmer III, chief of Information Assurance at the NEC. “Even though computers are protected with antivirus software, on networks with firewalls, and have several layers of monitoring devices and programs, bad things can happen.”

There are many recent examples of “bad things happening” in the military domain. A keylogger virus that tracks all data entries was discovered on a network for unmanned aerial drones at an Air Force Base in Nevada earlier this month. There have been frequent attempts to steal personal information through “phishing” scams that are usually connected to an urgent-sounding email stating accounts must be updated or a penalty will be incurred. Attaching a “must see” picture to an email message, like the Anna Kournikova virus in 2001, is another common hacker trick to introduce a worm or virus into a network.

In tandem, these sorts of incidents are the reason for the considerable level of concern by the IA team, and they maintain a constant awareness campaign to ensure users recognize their role in network security.

“The person at the computer usually is the first one to notice that something is not right,” Palmer noted. “The individual might experience sluggish performance, an unusual number of pop-up windows, or a warning message box indicating that the antivirus software has detected a problem. Most of the time, these warning signs and incidents go unreported.”

An “incident” refers to an unusual happening or event that has an adverse effect on a single system or larger segments of the network. There are several types of incidents including malicious code (viruses, worms and Trojans), un-

authorized access (to the computer or data) or espionage (theft of data or information).

“When a user suspects that an incident has occurred (or is occurring), he or she needs to take immediate action,” Palmer emphasized. “Don’t try to fix it yourself or assume that it’s a temporary glitch that’ll just go away. We would rather respond to a false alarm than go through the recovery process for a corrupted or infected network.”

The corrective actions of an individual user should include the following: Immediately stop working. Do not save any current documents or files. Do not delete any files or empty the waste basket. Do not attempt any kind of cleaning or clearing of memory.

Disconnect the system from the network by unplugging the network cable or turning off the wireless connection.

Do not turn the power off. Leave the CPU running and disconnected from the network. Restrict access to the system.

Do not let anyone attempt to perform any kind of examination or repair unless authorized by the NEC, the Regional Computer Emergency Response Team or the Army response team.

Immediately notify your local Information Management Office or network security officer. If they are not available, notify your supervisor. If they are not present, contact the NEC IA division.

The “User’s Guide to Incident Response” is located on the NEC’s website – www.lee.army.mil/nec/network.enterprise.center.aspx. Scroll down to the “References” section and click on the “Download File” link next to “Training Materials - User’s Guide to Incident Response.”

“Help us help you,” Palmer concluded. “Keep a copy of the guide in your work area and be familiar with its contents. The threat to our government computer network is constant and very real, so we want all of our users to take it very seriously and continue the great work of being cautious about suspicious activity while conducting day-to-day computer activities.”

NEWS BRIEFS Blood Drive The 266th Quartermaster Battalion, 23rd QM Brigade is set to host the Fort Bragg Blood Donor Center Oct. 29, 7 a.m. - 6 p.m., at Fort Lee Fire Station No. 2 on A. Avenue across from the Exchange.

All community members are encouraged to support this drive. Prospective donors will be screened by nurses prior to giving blood.

Potential donors should eat breakfast or lunch, drink plenty of water and have photo identification.

For more information, call 1st Lt. Joseph Williams at (804) 765-3648.

Poker Run, Bash Family and Morale, Welfare and Recreation is hosting a Biketoberfest poker run and Monster Bash Oct. 29.

The Biketoberfest costs $15 per rider and $10 per passenger. Proceeds will benefit the McGuire Veterans Affairs Hospital. Register at the HideAway Oct. 29, 9 a.m. - noon. The poker run will go through the Tri-Cities and is expected to conclude by 3 p.m.

A concert is set from 2:30-7 p.m. and will feature the bands Stranglehold (a Ted Nugent cover band) and Cheap Sunglazzes (a ZZ Top cover band).

This event is open to the Fort Lee community, even if not riding in the earlier poker run.

After the concert, the HideAway will launch a Monster Bash costume party that will continue until 2 a.m. Adults only after 9 p.m. Karaoke, a deejay and dancing will be featured.

For details, call (804) 765-1539.

Applebee’s Free Meal for Veterans Applebee’s is thanking our nation’s veterans and troops by inviting them to their neighborhood location for a free signature entrée on Veterans Day, Nov. 11. Applebee’s Veterans Day menu will include some of its signature and favorite items. Guests will need to provide proof of service, which includes: a miltiary identications card, active

duty, reserve, retired, a current leave and earnings statement, veterans organization card, photograph in uniform or wearing uniform, a DD214, or an award citation or commendation.

Offer is valid for Dine-in only.

Traditional sides are included with the free entrees; Two for $20 appetizers, upgraded side items or extras, beverages, desserts and gratuity are not included.

For more information, guests should call their local Applebee’s or visit www. applebees.com

TRICARE Book Military members and their families can access the TRICARE For Life Handbook through the health agency’s website at www.tricare. mil/tricaresmart. It offiers information regarding enrollment, the types of coverage plans available, finding care, pharmacy coverage and filing claims. Other publications that discuss TRICARE Dental, pharmacy coverage and more also are available through the website.

Prescription Drug Take Back Day Fort Lee will conduct its second annual Prescription Drug Take Back Day Oct. 29, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., at the Visitor Center adjacent to the Lee Avenue access gate. Prescription Drug Take Back Day is a national effort that addresses one of America’s deadliest hazards – un used and/or outdated medications found in the bathroom cabinet in nearly every home across the country.

For details, call (804)734-9693

Open House The Kenner Army Health Clinic will host a community and veterans appreciation open house Nov. 10, 9-11 a.m.

The open house will offer health awareness and educational opportunities throughout the event. Seasonal flu and pneumonia vaccines also will be available.

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Observance Promotes Recycling, Reuse Earth-conscious communities across the U.S. will celebrate National Recycling Week Nov. 7-11. The goal of the annual observance is to bring a national focus to recycling and the broader themes of minimizing waste and managing material resources.

Now in its 15th year, recycling week is an established and highly regarded education and “behavioral change” campaign, noted Cindy Rood, Fort Lee’s environmental protection manager. The observance aims to improve the environmental benefits of curbside, and industrial and community recycling programs.

According to Rood, Fort Lee’s planned activities for recycling week include the following: Promotion of the Hazardous Waste Facility in building 7130 – it will be open during normal duty hours and will accept lead acid batteries, paint, rechargeable batteries and old cell phones.

Advertising two special activities at the Post Exchange – the plastic bag

collection container and the “Dream Machine” plastic and metal drink container collection point in front of the store.

A post-wide recycling audit will take place Nov. 7-10 in all buildings on the installation. Teams will look for items being thrown in the trash that could be recycled. The office that’s doing the best job of recycling will receive special recognition.

An essay competition for all Fort Lee military members – the topic is “Why a Soldier (Sailor, Marine, Airman) should recycle.’” The essay length should be at least 500, but no more than 1000 words.

The deadline for submissions is Nov. 4.

Submit entries to the following email address: c.jagers@markdunning.com.

The prize is $100 for the best essay, as determined by a panel of judges.

Prize giveaways – Fort Lee Commissary vendors will present $25 gift certificates to random customers who use reusable bags at the check-out counter.

The slogan for Fort Lee’s Reusable Bag Campaign is “A Greener FutureIt’s in the Bag!” Its goal is to greatly reduce the use of plastic shopping bags at the PX, DeCA and FMWR facilities.

The effort is encouraged by the distribution of free reusable shopping bags bearing the Fort Lee Recycling Program logo at various installation events. Gift card giveaways at the commissary and the 5-cent credit for each reusable bag used at the exchange facilities continue throughout the year.

Other ways you can participate in the national recycling awareness effort include limiting your day-to-day purchases of commercial goods to only products that incorporate or are entirely made from recycled materials, and finding other uses for items that are normally thrown away immediately after use.

For more information about National Recycling Week or the environmental programs on Fort Lee, call (804) 734-3766.

Essay Contest During National Recycle Week (Nov. 7-11), Fort Lee’s Refuse and Recycle Contractor, Mark Dunning Industries, Inc., will sponsor an essay contest. It is open to all active duty military members regardless of rank, age or assignment. The topic is “Why a Soldier (Sailor, Marine, Airman) should Recycle.”

The narrative style is open; however, the content must be original and cannot include previously published material. Inspiring narratives that encourage maximum participation in Fort Lee’s recycle program and focus on the importance for world-wide awareness have the best chance of winning.

Other essay contest guidelines include the following: s 4HE ESSAY LENGTH SHOULD BE AT LEAST BUT NO MORE THAN WORDS s 5SE A DOUBLE SPACED POINT !RIAL OR 4IMES Roman format s "E CREATIVE x MORE THAN ONE ENTRY IS /+ Submit entries to c.jagers@markdunning.com.

Include the author’s name, rank, unit, address and contact phone number. The deadline is noon Nov. 4.

The winner will be announced in the Traveller during RECYCLING WEEK AND THAT INDIVIDUAL WILL RECEIVE A Visa gift card.

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Woodson Middle School Joins Student 2 Student Program

by Kimberly K. Fritz Family/Community Life Reporter

Fort Lee students arriving to Hopewell’s Carter G. Woodson Middle School will have personal guides and potential friends waiting to help them adjust to their new surroundings.

The Junior Student 2 Student program is in its infancy at Woodson, but has six eager students –two 6th graders, two 7th graders and two 8th graders – ready to help newcomers learn the layout of the school, policies and hallway traffic patterns to name a few of skills the students learned during a recent two day conference.

Student 2 Student is the brainchild of the Military Child Education Coalition and was launched in high schools worldwide before the JS2S program took shape. During their training, the students and their advisors learned how to train other students on methods to support students who are transitioning to or from another school. The focus is student-centered and is student-led, with close supervision. The training, based on three research modules, focuses on meeting very real transitioning student needs with immediate peer credibility, positive peer relationships and valued information.

Woodson’s gifted education teacher, Jane Bujakowski and guidance counselor Bobbi Peck selected six outstanding students to attend the training. They are strong individuals who can handle additional responsibilities and are friendly and outgoing.

Eighth graders Gabby Canino and Blaise Michaud explained why they felt JS2S would work well at their school.

The students learned how to incorporate planning, technology, resources, goal setting, support system and elements of transitioning in and out of campuses in each of the modules. Individual teams developed local lesson plans and clear assignments for implementation at their home campuses during the conference. The modules focused on academics, relationships and finding the way.

Canino said she learned a lot about military students during the training.

“Aspects of school I don’t really think about like which hallway to use or where to sit in the cafeteria could make a new student feel overwhelmed,� she said. “I loved the activities we participated in at the training. We learned to branch out, and we needed to know all the other students by the end of the two days. They wanted us to learn to meet new people and not to just befriend girls if you are a girl and not just befriend guys if you are a guy. We learned how to make friends and not be shy.�

The confident student said she was excited to be in the program and is looking forward to putting her newly found knowledge to good use. “I can’t wait for a new student to arrive,�

Canino said.

Michaud, a talented artist, is ready to make a difference, as well. “We recently had a new student join our class, and I’ve realized how much difference peers can make in the lives of others. If PHOTO BY KIMBERLY K. FRITZ we didn’t speak to her in class or wave in the Gabby Canino and Blaise Michaud, eighth grade stuhallway, she might start to think we aren’t wel- dents at Hopewell’s Carter G. Woodson Middle School coming her,� Michaud said. are two of the newest members of the Military Child Prince George County High School and Education Coalition’s Junior Student to Student Progam.

Hopewell High launched S2S in their schools JS2S helps to acclimate transitioning military students. in 2008. new methods to help new students get acclimated.

Moore Middle School, Clements Jr. High Six students at N.B. Clements Junior High School atSchool and the Education Center in Prince George County tended the training to learn how to implement the JS2S sent students and faculty members to the training.

At Moore Middle, more than 40 students are Moore program at their school. The students are working to reMentors. Each of the school’s homerooms have at least one cruit and train other students on methods to help relocating student assigned to help welcome students to the school students build new relationships and find their way around and provide assistance to both military and nonmilitary their new school.

Steven Bhatt, a counselor at Clements, said the students newcomers.

Guidance counselor Erica Uber said six of the Moore are marching forward with the new ambassador skills to Mentors were able to attend the JS2S training and learned make the school feel more like home to all new students.

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Luminary Tribute Honors Fallen Troops More than 6,000 candles will cast their soft light on the graves of Civil War heroes at Poplar Grove National Cemetery during the 6th Annual Luminary observance Nov. 12, 5-8 p.m., in Petersburg.

This grand tribute to Veteran’s Day honors those who made the ultimate sacrifice in defense of their country. In addition to the spectacular sight of flickering luminaries across several acres of hallowed grounds, observers will hear the distant sound of bagpipe music echoing over the graves of Union soldiers. Few other tributes to military members who gave and continue to give their lives to defend the nation could be more poignant.

The formal program begins at 5:30 p.m. Guests are invited to wander the cemetery, see the luminaries and hear stories about some of the soldiers buried there. Over the last several months, the cemetery staff has offered white paper bags to visitors to write messages to their loved ones in harm’s way or to remember an ancestor from the Revolutionary or Civil Wars. These bags are used in the luminary event to light every grave of known and unknown soldiers.

Poplar Grove National Cemetery is located approximately 10 miles east of Fort Lee. The Luminary event is free and open to the public. Free shuttle buses to and from the location will run every 15 minutes. The pickup and drop-off point is the Good Shepherd Baptist Church, 2223 South Crater Road, Petersburg. The last shuttle to the cemetery will leave at 7:30 p.m. Private vehicles are not permitted at the cemetery site.

The national cemetery was established in 1866 and became the reburial ground for more than 5,000 Union soldiers who were previously interred at more than 100 sites throughout Petersburg. Only a few of those buried there have names on their tombstones.

For more information about the 6th Annual Luminary event, contact Elizabeth Dinger at (804) 732-3531, ext.

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FMWR Set to Scare Up Entertainment for Families

by Kimberly K. Fritz Family/Community Life Reporter

Family and Morale, Welfare and Recreation is putting the final touches on their plans to transform the Post Field House into a Youth Fall Festival that’s sure to delight children of all ages.

The second annual festival scheduled for 1-4 p.m.

Saturday is free and open to the public.

Among the activities planned are pumpkin decorating, an arts and crafts table, a children’s costume contest, and for the adventurous – a rock wall and a haunted house.

The Chesterfield Children’s Theatre will be performing Vampire Rocks at 1:15 and 2:30 p.m.

“Last year we hosted the first Family Fall Festival and it was a great success,” said Alyssa Kerver, FMWR program manager. “We were excited to again provide a family activity for our community to participate in. It is a chance for families to spend time together having fun, and the best thing about it is that there is no cost.”

Children dressed in costume can compete for Swader’s Sports Park gift cards. Three age groups can compete for best costume, first and second place winners in each category will be selected.

Children must be 17 years-old or younger to participate. Age groups are as follows: Four and under, 5-8 years old and 9-17 years old.

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Air Force Participates in Charity Run Airmen and family members of Fort Lee’s 345th Training Squadron formed a team to support a local charity group by fundraising, running and walking in the Step Up for Downs 5K & Family Festival at Short Pump Town Center in Richmond Oct.. The team called themselves “John Ryleigh’s Roadies” in honor of their team captain John Ryleigh Lindner, a twoyear-old with Down’s Syndrome. John is the son of Staff Sgt. John Lindner, an instructor with the 345th TRS here. The team raised more than $5,000 in the weeks leading up to the race with all of the funds going to the Down Syndrome Association of Greater Richmond.

The 345th TRS is part of the 37th Training Group, 37th Training Wing at Lackland Air Force Base, Texas.

AMERICA’S MILITARY

Name: Spc. Alexander S. Smith Unit: Headquarters and Headquarters Company, 530th Combat Sustainment Support Battalion, 49th QM Group MOS: 12N – horizontal construction engineer Age: 24 Time in service: three and a half years Hometown: Reidsville, Ga. Family: wife and two kids Pastimes: “I love auto mechanic work, woodwork and any type of construction.�

Describe yourself: “Laid back, relaxed and trying to make it .�

Dream car: “Right now, it would be a 1960s model Chevy pick-up truck. I’ve had two already but had to do away with them.�

Pet peeve: “I can’t stand kids who are not disciplined.�

Your talent: “I’ve always been able to draw.�

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What you did prior to your enlistment: “I’m actually a high school dropout but went back to get my GED. I did it to help support my family.

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One memorable moment as a Soldier: “My redeployment ceremony (Smith redeployed this year after a tour in Afghanistan). The fact that I made it (home) and my family was there ... It was just an emotional feeling.�

The most precious time you spend with your family: “When I go home during

lunch. My wife and kids greet me at the door every afternoon.�

Your advice to young married military couples: “Never take your spouse for granted – even if you’re downrange. If you think things are hard on you, it’s probably twice as hard on them.

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(something bad will) happen when you get outside the wire or whether something is going to happen within it. It’s just an unsettling feeling�

The qualities you like to see in your fellow Soldiers: “Motivation, discipline, someone who is always striving for that next step.�

How can you make the institution better: “By moving up in rank and setting the example for Soldiers and showing them what an NCO is supposed to be.�

Your goals: “My personal goal is to have a nice house with the wife and hopefully, no more kids. Professionally, I’m really undecided right now. I’m in the process of looking at other MOSs (Smith will be up for reenlistment soon).� –Compiled by T. Anthony Bell

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SAFETY

Hunting Safety Tips Provided as Season Starts The fall hunting season is here, and the Fort Lee Safety Office reminds participants that an enjoyable day in the woods begins with good safety planning. Everything from weather conditions and visibility to skill level and firearm capabilities must be considered. During a general firearms deer season, every hunter or person accompanying a hunter must wear blaze orange. In addition, all hunters are encouraged to strictly follow three basic rules for hunting safety. ‡ 7UHDW HYHU\ ILUHDUP DV LI LW ZHUH ORDGHG ‡ &RQWURO WKH GLUHFWLRQ RI \RXU ILUHDUP RQO\ SRLQWLQJ DW ZKDW \RX LQWHQG WR VKRRW DQG ‡ %HIRUH VKRRWLQJ LGHQWLI\ \RXU JDPH DQG ZKDW LV EHyond.

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Want a Tasty, Nutritious Treat? Try Spinach

by Kay Blakley DeCA Home Economist

Poor pitiful spinach and other dark leafy greens have long been the brunt of derogatory comments like, “Yuck!” from a certain segment of commissary shoppers. If you’re among that group, just listen to what you’re missing.

Spinach is considered one of the world’s healthiest foods by some nutrition experts. It’s loaded with vitamins K and A, it’s a super source for manganese and folate and cooked spinach is an excellent source of iron – all that and more for only 41 calories per cup!

While spinach is available all year round, twice a year it’s inseason and at its best – right now during the cool months of fall, and again during the cool months of spring. Choose loose spinach that has vibrant, deep green leaves and stems that appear crisp and unblemished – no soft spots, wet places, wilting or yellowing. For bagged spinach or spinach blends, choose the freshest looking bag of the bunch, and pay close attention to the use-by date.

Store loose spinach, unwashed, in a perforated plastic bag in the refrigerator crisper, where it should keep well for 3 to 4 days. To prepare, snap off the stems at the base of the leaves, place the leaves in a large bowl of cool water and

swish with your hands to loosen any dirt and sand. Remove the leaves from the water, empty the bowl, and repeat this process until no dirt remains in the water. If using the spinach in a salad, dry it in a salad spinner or by blotting with paper towels. No need to dry the leaves if they are going to be cooked.

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Therapeutic Riding Army veteran David Buckley receives some last-minute riding advice from a member of the All American Cowgirl Chicks trick horseback riding team at the Virginia State Fairgrounds in Dumfries Oct. 15. Buckley represented the Hunter Holmes McGuire VA Medical Center and the Lonesome Dove Equestrian Center – a local business that provides free therapeutic riding lessons for veterans – during an opening military tribute for the Cowgirl Chicks’ performance. LDEC has welcomed more than 600 veterans to its riding program since 2008. The equestrian center was at the state fair to raise funds for its facilities. Several Fort Lee volunteers contributed to the effort by parking horse trailers, cleaning up and serving food. For more information about other volunteer opportunities in the local community, call (804) 734-7827.

HUNTING — FROM PAGE 10 when there are persons to your sides, in front of, or behind you. If in doubt, never take a shot. When hunting, wear daylight fluorescent orange so you can be seen from a distance or in heavy cover.

7. Control your emotions when it comes to safety. If you lose control of your temper, you may do something careless. If you have just shot a target or animal, you probably will be excited. At that moment you may turn with a loaded firearm back toward your friends or you might run with a loaded firearm toward a downed animal with the gun safety off. You or someone else may be in danger once you lose control of your emotions. Show discipline. Rehearse in your mind what the safe actions will be. Do not allow your daydreams

to preface good judgment. Show restraint and pass up shots that have the slightest chance of being unsafe.

8. Wear hearing and eye protection. While shooting at the range, you must wear hearing and eye protection at all times. Firearms are loud and can create noises that are damaging to a person’s hearing. It can be a gradual loss of hearing due to outbursts of noise over many years. The damage also could be immediate, especially if your ears are next to a muzzle blast.

Vibrations from the blast are enough to create loss of hearing. Wear glasses to protect your eyes from escaping gases, burnt powder (especially in black powder shooting), and other debris.

9. Do not drink alcohol or take drugs before or while handling firearms or bow and arrows. Alcohol and drugs impair normal physical and mental body functions and must not be used before or while handling fire-

arms or archery equipment. These substances affect emotions, making it easier to lose control.

10. Be aware of additional circumstances that require added caution or safety awareness. Just because something is not listed under these “ten commandments of shooting safety” does not mean you can ignore it if it is dangerous. There may be rules such as in muzzle loading or archery or posted at a shooting range that also should be followed. Practice reloading safety by following and reading all specific instructions. Practice all commandments of shooting safety.

Ensure a safe future for you, others and the shooting sports!

For more information on Fort Lee’s hunting requirements, call Outdoor Recreation at (804) 765-2212 or the Fort Lee Game Warden at 479-0865.

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FIRE & EMERGENCY SERVICES

Planning Prevents Halloween Fire Perils With Halloween just days away, itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s a good time to make those safe game plans for young trick or treaters.

Everything from the costumes they plan to wear to the outdoor decorations that are popular this time of year should be considered.

While most Halloween costumes available commercially these days are flame resistant, some offer minimal protection or have loose attachments that can still melt quickly and cause serious burns. Homemade costumes should be an even bigger cause of careful consideration since they often involve cloth, paper or paint that ignites easily near an open flame.

When choosing costumes, look for the flame resistant label and be aware of loose and flowing garments and/or attachments that could come in contact with a hot surface or an open flame. Trekking up a walkway lined with candle lit paper bag lanterns or jack-oâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;-lanterns is dangerous in a wavy flammable costume. Donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t let â&#x20AC;&#x153;trick or treatâ&#x20AC;? turn into â&#x20AC;&#x153;stop, drop and roll.â&#x20AC;?

To improve safety even farther, illuminate outdoor Halloween props with battery operated candles or a flashlight. Open-flame fires increase by 50 percent during the latter half of October due to the increased use of

candles, according to the National Fire Protection Association.

Anyone still using open-flame candles for decoration should be sure to keep them away from straw, cornstalks and other combustible stible decorations as well as walkways that will be used by excited and inattentive kids. The use of open-flame decorations (candles included) is forbidden in administrative areas or community centers on post.

Older holiday decorations with traditional bulbs also pose a fire hazard. They should be carefully installed to ensure theyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re nowhere near flammable objects and regularly inspected for cracked or heavily worn wiring.

Consider also that Halloween is traditionally a very busy time for fire and emergency services across the nation. Be sure to remind young treat gatherers to stay clear of the street and wait on the sidewalk if they hear an approaching emergency vehicle.

Haunted houses are another popular activity during this time of year. Those operating these terror abodes must understand they are taking on the responsibility of maintaining the safety of their guests. One possible

danger is mistaking smoke or fire as d part of the show and not an actual emergency. In the event of a fire, operators must be able to turn on the lights, warn and make immediate egress possible for all guests. Of course, the surest way to guarantee no one will be hurt or killed in a fire is to prevent it from occurring. So, while setting up and operating a haunted house, keep fire prevention and fire safety as your No. 1 goal.

Keeping fire safety in mind during any holiday celebration is the best way to ensure the festivities leave us with joyous memories instead of painful regrets. Fort Lee Fire and Emergency Services wishes everyone a safe celebration and hopes these tips will prevent that â&#x20AC;&#x153;Halloween fire horrorâ&#x20AC;? from happening.

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Domestic Violence Awareness Run Golf Company, 244th Quartermaster Battalion, 23rd QM Brigade, showed its support for Domestic Violence Awareness Month Oct. 7 by hosting its second annual troop run.

More than 200 advanced individual training students and cadre, the Army Community Service victim advocacy team and 244th QM Bn. leadership participated in the run. Victor Company, 262nd QM Bn., 23rd QM Bde., also held a run to show their support for Domestic Violence Awareness Month on Oct. 20..

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Range Control Helps to Ready, Maintain Contest Areas While Fulfilling Normal Requirements

by T. Anthony Bell Senior Writer/Special Projects

The five-day Best Warrior Competition, a contest that tests Soldier skills, starts out slowly and ramps up considerably during the final two days. Those final two days are held at the range areas here where the contestants are challenged with everything from combatives to urban operations to medical evacuations.

It is a point in the competition in which Soldiers are placed in their native element and where core skills are challenged to the fullest.

No one understands that better than Range Control personnel who are charged with making sure each range used in the competition is prepared to standard. First Sgt. Laderek Green, Best Warrior’s operations sergeant major for the past three years, said Range Control’s contributions to the event is understated on many levels.

“They do a tremendous job in supporting Best Warrior with a minimum amount of resources,” he said. “And they’ve done this consistently over the years.”

Michael Finnegan, Range Control’s operation’s specialist, said its work is even more remarkable considering it has to provide unwavering support to Best Warrior while simultaneously fulfilling its normal mission requirePHOTO BY T. ANTHONY BELL ments.

“Three years ago they moved most of the A Best Warrior contestant navigates his way through the competition’s stress fire lane Oct. 7. The lane events down here at the range complex, outside featured pop-up targets, elevated terrain and other features designed to test Soldiers’ responsiveness (of Fort Lee proper),” he said, “and with the op- under fire. erations tempo, that makes it tougher to orchestrate it all with all the other training going on.” tenance mission was highlighted earlier this year when sonnel have to adaptive as well. Most of them know from Fort Lee’s population has doubled as a result of the Base Hurricane Irene swept through the region, causing much prior experience that they may very well have to execute a Realignment and Closure mandate that brought to Fort Lee damage to the training areas. “plan B” and even a “plan C” to fulfill the requirements of thousands more Soldiers in training and a myriad range “A lot of the structures built for Best Warrior were ru- the competition. training requirements. ined,” said Green. “It was a unique challenge for Range “(Best Warrior) can sometimes be an ever-changing Finnegan said Range Control begins preparation for Best Control to get the ranges back in working order, and it took event,” said Finnegan. “It will change as the process moves Warrior in the summer when range use is high. It starts with a lot of good management to overcome those challenges.” along. If they (the organizers) see it one time and don’t like attending the numerous in-briefs, consulting with lane and In addition to maintenance, Range Control person- something, they might want to rearrange it. We are always event operators and helping to construct the areas used for nel have a critical part in the operational aspect of Best on our feet for any possible last-minute changes.” the competition. It finally moves to maintenance, which Warrior’s weapons qualification events, especially the No matter what changes are made, Finnegan said range can require anything from mowing grass to using heavy night fire qualification. That event has garnered national personnel must keep a keen eye on making sure range supequipment such as graders and bulldozers to improve area media attention over the years, having been documented in port personnel, evaluators and contestants can function in usability.

Soldiers magazine and the Army’s official homepage. complete safety.

The stress fire event, a live-fire exercise in which contes“Our guys have to usually re-program the computers in “Safety is the main objective,” he said. “We have to look tants must fire at targets while leading a squad of Soldiers, the range towers to meet whatever scenario they want to at everything that is done on the ranges and make sure they is one such example of Range Control’s involvement with put the Soldiers through as far as targets coming up and meet all of the policies and procedures for the training they range events. Over the years, a number of six-feet high timing,” said Finnegan, “and it really gets intricate with the intend to conduct.” berms were built, several old vehicles were brought in and night fire. Building that program and timing it with the Fort Lee is scheduled to host Best Warrior again next placed throughout the course and huts were constructed to regular program takes a lot of work.” year for the ninth time in 11 years the event has been in resemble villages in southwest Asia Range Control’s mainOn top of all the usual requirements, Range Control per- existence.

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CYSS Celebrates Harvest Festival (ABOVE) Ethan Edwards gets his face painted by Jessica Cabaday, a volunteer at the Child, Youth and School Services Harvest Fest Oct. 21. CYSS hosted the festival for its patrons – from the Child Development Centers and Family Child Care facilities – and Fort Lee families. The event featured face painting, games and other crafts. (RIGHT) Akeera Marshall, from the Strong Beginnings 2 class at CDC Yorktown, creates a card at Harvest Fest.

CID Issues ‘Romance Scam’ Warning QUANTICO – Special agents from the U.S. Army Criminal Investigation Command are once again warning the American public, as well as citizens from other nations, to be extra vigilant and not to fall prey to Internet scams or impersonation fraud – especially scams that promise true love, but only end up breaking hearts and bank accounts.

CID continues to receive hundreds of reports of various scams involving persons pretending to be U.S. Soldiers serving in Iraq or Afghanistan, according to Army CID special agents.

The victims are most often unsuspecting women, 30 to 55 years old, who think they are romantically involved on the Internet with an American Soldier, when in fact they are being cyber-robbed by perpetrators thousands of miles away.

“We cannot stress enough that people need to stop sending money to persons they meet on the Internet and claim to be in the

U.S. military,” said Chris Grey, Army CID’s spokesman. “It is heartbreaking to hear these stories over and again of people who have sent thousands of dollars to someone they have never met and sometimes have never even spoken to on the phone.”

The majority of the “romance scams” as they have been dubbed, are being perpetrated on social media dating-type websites where unsuspecting females are the main target.

The criminals are pretending to be U.S. servicemen, routinely serving in a combat zone. The perpetrators will often take the true rank and name of a U.S. Soldier who is honorably serving his country somewhere in the world, marry that up with some photographs of a Soldier off the Internet, and then build a false identity to begin prowling the Internet for victims.

“We have even seen instances where the Soldier was killed in action and the crooks have used that hero’s identity to perpetrate their twisted scam,” said CID Special Agent

Russel Graves, who has been fielding the hundreds of calls and emails from victims for months.

The scams often involve carefully worded romantic requests for money from the victim to purchase special laptop computers, international telephones, military leave papers, and transportation fees to be used by the fictitious “deployed Soldier” so their false relationship can continue. The scams include asking the victim to send money, often thousands of dollars at a time, to a third party address.

Once victims are hooked, the criminals continue their ruse.

“We’ve even seen instances where the perpetrators are asking the victims for money to “purchase leave papers” from the Army, help pay for medical expenses from combat wounds received, or help pay for their flight home so they can leave the war zone,” said Grey.

These scams are outright theft and are a

grave misrepresentation of the U.S. Army and the tremendous amount of support programs and mechanisms that exist for Soldiers today, especially those serving overseas, said Grey.

Army CID is warning people once again to be very suspicious if they begin a relationship on the Internet with someone claiming to be an American Soldier and within a matter of weeks, the alleged Soldier is asking for money, as well as their hand in marriage.

Many of these cases have a distinct pattern to them, explained Grey.

“These are not Soldiers. They are thieves.

If someone asked you out on a first date and before they picked you up they asked you for $3,000 to fix their car to come get you, many people would find that very suspicious and certainly would not give them the money. This is the same thing, except over the Internet.” said Grey.

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CG Presents 2011 Retention Awards

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The Combined Arms Support Command hosted its ILVFDO &RPPDQGLQJ *HQHUDOÂśV 5HWHQWLRQ $ZDUGV Luncheon Tuesday at the Lee Club. %HIRUH WKH OXQFKHRQ 6JW 0DM 'DYLG 5H\QROGV &$6&20 FRPPDQG FDUHHU FRXQVHORU WKDQNHG HYHU\RQH for attending. â&#x20AC;&#x153;I would like to take this opportunity to say thank you for this wonderful turnout to help recognize the sucFHVVIXO XQLWV OHDGHUV DQG 1&2V ZKR ZHUH WKH WLSV RI WKH VSHDU IRU WKLV VXFFHVV ´ VDLG 5H\QROGV Âł ZDV a great year for retention â&#x20AC;&#x201C; particularly for the reenlistment side.â&#x20AC;?

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SCAM â&#x20AC;&#x201D; FROM PAGE 17 The perpetrators often tell the victims their units do not have telephones or they are not allowed to make calls or they need money to â&#x20AC;&#x153;help keep the Army Internet running.â&#x20AC;? They often say they are widowers and raising a young child on their own to pull on the heartstrings of their victims. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Weâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ve even seen where the crooks said that the Army wonâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t allow the Soldier to access their personal bank accounts or credit cards,â&#x20AC;? said Grey.

All lies, according to CID officials. â&#x20AC;&#x153;These perpetrators, often from other countries and most notably West Africa are good at what they do and quite familiar with American culture, but the claims about the Army and its regulations are ridiculous,â&#x20AC;? said Grey.

The Army reports that numerous senior officers and enlisted Soldiers throughout the Army have had their identities stolen to be used in these scams.

To date, there have been no reports to Army CID indicating any U.S. service

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Staff Sgt. Julian A. Walk, 73rd Ordnance Battalion, Fort Gordon, Ga., earned reenlistment NCO of the year for his outstanding achievements during fiscal 2011 in support of the Army Retention Program. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s really an honor to be standing in front of you today â&#x20AC;&#x201C; the key members of the Armyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s retention team â&#x20AC;&#x201C; and itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s definitely an honor to be able to congratulate and recognize this wonderful team,â&#x20AC;? he said. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Thanks to each of you â&#x20AC;&#x201C; youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ve retained and sustained quality Soldiers, representing Americaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s best. â&#x20AC;?

members have suffered financial loss as a result of these attacks. Photographs and actual names of U.S. service members have been the only thing used. On the contrary, the victims have lost thousands. â&#x20AC;&#x153;The criminals are preying on the emotions and patriotism of their victims,â&#x20AC;? added Grey.

The U.S. has established numerous task force organizations to deal with this and other growing issues; however, the personnel committing these scams are often using untraceable email addresses on â&#x20AC;&#x153;Gmail, Yahoo!, AOL,â&#x20AC;? etc., routing accounts through numerous locations around the world, and using pay-per-hour Internet cyber cafes, which oftentimes maintain no accountability of use.

The ability of law enforcement to identify these perpetrators is very limited, so CID officials said individuals must stay on the alert and be personally responsible to protect themselves. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Another critical issue is we donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t want victims who do not report this crime walking away and thinking that a U.S. serviceman has ripped them off when in fact that serviceman is honorably serving his coun-

He also said great leadership ensures retention success. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s amazing to sit back and see the leadership and the quality of people we have in this command,â&#x20AC;? said Hodge. +H DQG &RPPDQG 6JW 0DM & & -HQNLQV -U &$6&20 &60 SUHVHQWHG WKH DZDUGV GXULQJ WKH FHUHPRQ\ DIWHU WKH luncheon.

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try and often not aware that his pictures or identity have been stolen,â&#x20AC;? said Grey.

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ty or company. Often times the company exists, but has no idea or is not a part of the scam. Â&#x2021; %H DZDUH RI FRPPRQ VSHOOLQJ JUDPmatical or language errors in the emails. :+(5( 72 *2 )25 +(/3 Report the theft to the Internet &ULPH &RPSODLQW &HQWHU )%, 1: & Partnership) at http://www.ic3.gov/default. aspx.

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Protect Yourself From Radiation Exposure with Aprons

by Cpl.Terri M. Miller KAHC Radiology Department

Patients may not realize what happens in the Radiology Department at Kenner Army Health Clinic.

The technicians take â&#x20AC;&#x153;photos,â&#x20AC;? but thereâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s more to it than meets the eye.

If you have ever had an x-ray taken at Kenner, then you have probably seen or used one of our blue aprons. The lead aprons are for radiation protection. Medical radiation protections are the science used to shield our patients and staff from the harmful effects of overexposure to radiation. It is utilized to absorb radiation between you and the source of the radiation. Low amounts of radiation, like the types received from x-rays performed within Kenner, are not as harmful to a person as higher amounts; however, protection is

needed in all cases.

Children and women of childbearing age are at higher risk to radiation exposure. Children are more at risk to the negative effects of radiation because their bodies are still developing. Developing cells are more susceptible to damage than fully developed cells like those in adults. Women of child-bearing age are at a higher risk due to the potential effects on the fetus in pregnancy.

X-rays are dangerous for unborn babies because radiation destroys or mutates rapidly developing cells within the fetus.

Pregnancy statements are given to all women of child-bearing age for the purpose of protecting the mother and the unborn child. If you are pregnant or think you might be it is important to tell your provider and the radiology department.

Highly sensitive tissues are less tolerant of radiation exposure over others. For example, the thyroid is a sensitive tissue area. Excessive radiation to such tissue can cause damage. This can lead to further health related problems. Shielding prevents damage to tissues. Safety is a major part in effective patient care, and a corner stone for Kennerâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s medical practices and operations.

The Radiology Staff at Kenner are an integral part of the patient care team and we are committed to provide you the safest, most efficient care.

Speak to your radiation technician about any radiation questions or concerns you may have. We are here to protect you to the highest degree, and provide you with excellent customer service and quality patient care.

Kenner Army Health Clinic now has a Quick Response code associated with its website. So, how does it work? If you have a smart phone, there is a whole new world of information available to you.

To begin, visit your smart phoneâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s app site. Once you have downloaded and launched the app, point your phone at the QR Code above and press the button. It works just like if you were taking a photo. Your phone will then take you directly to the Kenner website which offers contact information and current announcements.

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Capturing History Colonial Heights resident and Army veteran Raymond Budnick offered several Fort Lee artifacts to Operation Capture History including newspapers from 1943, a Fort Lee guidebook circa 1944 and several post cards. Budnick was stationed at Fort Lee in the ’60s and collects Fort Lee memorabilia as a pastime. Operation Capture History was held Saturday and is part of a continuing effort to involve the local community in telling Fort Lee’s story by making historical documents available to help fill in missing details. The Regional Archaeological Curation Facility will continue to accept history documents from the community. Interested parties may contact Amy Wood, Cultural Resources manager, at amy.b.wood2. civ@mail.mil or call (804) 734-4434 to set up an appointment for scanning the materials.

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ACROSS 1. Nickname for Army water treatment specialists 7. Falling water 8. Soldiers sometimes use this for carrying their personal water supply in a field environment 9. Someone responsible for hydrating participants in a football game 10. Floats in water and serves as a signal or guide for boaters and swimmers 11. Biblical body of saltwater 12. Made potable water accessible all over the world (two words) 13. European city known for its beauty and water canals 17. Chemical name for water 18. A place where water constantly falls from the sky 19. When there is no water 20. Nickname for an Army vehicle

that holds potable water (two words) DOWN 2. Another name for water 3. Pioneering rock and roll musician 4. Largest body of water in the United States 5. Game mostly played in a swimming pool 6. When the body lacks water, it may be suffering from ________ 14. Used to purify water 15. Water considered drinkable 16. Simon and Garfunkel sang about â&#x20AC;&#x153;thisâ&#x20AC;? over troubled waters

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530th Shuts Out 111th

PMO Takes On CASCOM

by Devin Robinson FMWR Sports

CASCOM (5-0) and PMO/217th MP Det.(4-1) faced off in an interdivision flag football game Oct.6. CASCOM received the ball to begin the game.

Their offense was stalled as they failed to get a first down, forcing them to punt. PMO/217th drove the ball down the field seemingly at will, scoring on a five-yard shovel pass. Kenny Johnson converted on a pass to the back end zone hitting his intended target. CASCOM’s offense continued to be stifled by the PMO defense. CASCOM fell short of a first down as they went for it on fourth and four, giving PMO a short field.

PMO would fail to capitalize on their good field position. On second down, Johnson lofted the ball into double coverage; his errant pass was plucked from the air by Patrick Johns.

On CASCOM’s ensuing possession, its quarterback Jarian Durggins scrambled to his right, throwing an ill advised pass down field into the hands of Lamon Whitfield. PMO failed to capitalize on the turnover as time expired in the half.

PMO got the ball in the second half trailing 7-0. Their offense sputtered

after advancing the ball on an offside penalty. It drew a penalty for guarding, pushing them back inside their 5-yard line and punted the ball. Deante Long anxiously awaited the kick; Long juked back and forth through the PMO defense, returning the ball to the 30-yard line. With the field position, CASCOM looked poised to score, however, PMO defense didn’t budge, bringing an end to any thoughts CASCOM had of scoring.

PMO managed the clock well which was largely attributed to them running the ball through the CASCOM defense.

PMO caught CASCOM off guard with a reverse option to the inside running back. The CASCOM defense went right as the ball carrier broke to the left; the ball was 15 yards upfield before it realized who had it. PMO continued to march the ball up the field.

CASCOM had the run heavy on their mind and fell for a play action fake. The fake sucked the CASCOM defense in and Johnson dumped a pass over the defense for a touchdown. On the one point conversion attempt, Johnson rolled to the right, finding his receiver streaking in the back of the end zone to cash in.

PMO claimed a 14-6 victory.

by Devin Robinson FMWR Sports

The 530th CSSB blanked the 111th QM Co. 19-0 in a flag football game played Oct. 11.

The 530th received the ball first as 111th won the coin flip deferring to receive the ball in the second half. The 530th steadily moved the ball up the field. On first down, Tristan Jones scrambled from 40 yard up the right sideline, leaving the defense for a touchdown.

Jones was intercepted on a two-point conversion by Christopher Williams. Williams nearly broke for two points as he was walked down at mid field.

The 111th’s offense stalled on their ensuing possession. They went three and out and the drive ended with a punt.

The 530th anxiously awaited the kick; upon receiving the ball, the kick returner’s flags fell off without contact as he danced around before being touched. The 530th would strike quick with a five-yard out route going for a score due to bad flag pulling.

The wide receiver broke up the sideline for a touchdown, putting them up 12-0. They scored a one point conversion on the exact same play (13-0).

The 111th would sustain good drives throughout the game usually hindered by turnovers. With the last two minutes of the

first half Williams rolled left and convergedumped ball to Edward Hurley who sprinted for a first down at mid field.

William’s bootleg to the right took off for first after another pass to Hurley on the previous play. This gave 111th good field position before the drive was halted by an interception; giving 530th a chance to extend their lead before halftime. The 530th advanced the ball to midfield on a crossing route but never took a shot at the end zone before time expired.

The 111th took the ball in the second half looking to jump start their offense and chip away at 530th’s 13-0 lead. Their first two plays the managed to move the ball a total of three yards.

Williams scrambled on third down for a first down just past the 20-yard line. On the next play, he zipped a pass between two defenders to Johnny Shepherd for another first down. The drive looked promising for 111th.

Williams tried to go back to the well one time too many times as the defense stepped in front of pass for an interception. The 530th defender fumbled the ball on the turnover, killing the play and a possible touchdown as he had one defender to beat in the open field.

The 530th went onto score a touchdown later in the drive putting them up 19-0 which marked the last touchdown of the game.

Time ran out before either team could score.

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Fort Leeâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Oktoberfest Draws Large Crowd Family and MWR hosted its annual Oktoberfest Saturday at the Post Field House. Families took advantage of the free KidZone from 2-4 p.m. It featured bouncy house, rock wall, baseball and soccer kick games, and other activities. The festival included German food, beer and dancers.

Tips for Coping with Deployment Separation

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Separation from a loved one who is deployed to Iraq or Afghanistan can be an emotionally difficult time for all family members. Most experience low energy levels, feelings of sadness, anger, excitement, restlessness, tension, frustration, resentment and depression. Additionally, there are many challenges for military families to overcome during deployments. It is important to recognize and understand these challenges in order to effectively cope with the separation during deployment.

An important challenge for Soldiers and family members is to avoid the pitfalls often associated with deployments.

A common pitfall is arguments prior to deployment. These arguments are generally the result of distress due to the upcoming separation. Realize this distress and try not to take these arguments too seriously. Another pitfall is failure to discuss expectations regarding child-rearing, financial management or intimacy concerns â&#x20AC;&#x201C; these issues sometimes can be a source of misperception, distortion and hurt later during deployment. Soldiers and spouses attempting to resolve these major pitfalls via long distance are often not successful.

Another pitfall is listening to or speaking rumors. It is best not to repeat the rumor. Because of rapid communication, rumors can spread unchecked. Avoiding these pitfalls will

ensure that the stress related to deployment separation will be much more manageable.

Another challenge is to recognize the deployment-related stressors that will impact the Soldier and family during separation and then develop strategies to cope with these stressors.

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EVENTS Title 1 Events A Title 1 Orientation for Parents and a Parent Advisory Council Meeting is set for Oct. 28, 10 a.m., at South Elementary School, 13400 Prince George Drive, Disputanta in Room 203. This workshop is for parents of Title 1 students, grades 1-3, to get acquainted with the teachers, staff and parent coordinator and learn about the program.

A Title 1 Orientation for Parents and a Parent Advisory Council Meeting is set for Oct. 28, 2 p.m., at North Elementary School, 11100 Old Stage Road, Prince George, in Room 212. This workshop is for parents of Title 1 students, grades 1-4, to get acquainted with the teachers, staff and parent coordinator and learn about the program.

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Turkey Shoot The Fort Lee Provost Marshal Office will hold its 8th annual Holiday Helper Turkey Shoot on Nov. 16, 11 a.m.

- 5 p.m. at the Outdoor Recreation trap range. The cost is $2 for one shot and $5 for three shots. Personally owned .12- and .20-gauge shotguns are allowed; all ammunition is supplied by the Provost Marshalâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Office In conjunction with the turkey shoot and to raise money for the Holiday Helper Program, the Fort Lee Game Wardens Office is raffling off a sporting goods gift card. .

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Laugh Out Loud The Laugh Out Loud Comedy Tour will be featured at the Regimental Club Nov. 7, 6 p.m. A refreshment hour is set for 5-6 p.m. Cost is $10.

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Veterans Day Concert The rock band Kansas will perform a concert with the U.S. Army Band â&#x20AC;&#x153;Pershingâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Ownâ&#x20AC;? at Daughters of the American Revolution Constitution Hall in Washington, D.C. on Veterans Day, Nov. 11.

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Visit ArmyMWR.com for a complete listing of ticket locations, or call the Joint Base Fort Myer/Henderson Hall Community Center at (703) 696-3469 for more information.

Child Care Classes The Child, Youth and School Services Family Child Care program is accepting applications from on-post residents who would like to become providers. Classes will be Oct. 18-28.

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Minute to Win It The Family and MWR Warrior Zone is hosting Minute to Win It game night Nov. 2 and 30. Registration is from 5-5:30 p.m. and the start time is 5:30 p.m.

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Tricks For Treats The Army and Air Force Exchange Service is forgoing the tricks and going right for the treats in its latest contest as it gives away two $500 Exchange shopping sprees, ten $100 gift cards for the runners up and 20 $50 gift cards for third place.

The Halloween Treasure Hunt Sweepstakes (www.flickr.com/photos/aafespa/6196398782/sizes/l/in/photostream) will send Exchange patrons on a frightfully fun scavenger hunt throughout the store. Using a treasure map featured in the Exchange sales flyer or from the store, shoppers can hunt for clues in the store.

After collecting all five clues, treasure hunters can go to www.shopmyexchange.com/ PatriotFamily for official rules and to enter their clues.

The contest concludes Oct. 31.

Fall Wine Tasting The Fall Wine and Beer Tasting at the Cardinal Golf Course is set for Nov. 18, 5:30-7:30 p.m. Tickets are available at the Pro Shop. Participants must be 21 or older, and identification is required for entry. The cost for beverages, light food and a complimentary glass is $20 per person with a $5 discount for course members and active duty personnel.

For details, call (804) 734-2899.

Scholarship Awards Charity Ball at the Fort Lee Regimental Club Dec. 17, 4-10 p.m.

The cost of the tickets is $25 if purchased

by Nov. 30. This is a semi-formal event and hors dâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;oeuvres will be served.

For details or to purchase a ticket, call (804) 691-1044.

Resilience Training Master Resilience Training for military families is available through Fort Lee Army Community Service. Space is limited and reservations are required.

Module 1 will be taught Dec. 8, 9 a.m. noon, at the Soldier Support Center, Room 106. Module 2 will be taught Nov. 3, 9 a.m.

- 3 p.m., at ACS. Module 3 will be taught Nov. 10, 9 a.m. - 3 p.m., at ACS. For details and reservations, call (804) 765-7636.

Solidarity Training Solidarity Family Organization is dedicated to sponsoring events and bus trips that raise money to provide scholarships for all Tri-City students. They will be hosting their

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For details or to sign up, call (804) 7349125. Parents may also register at the clinic.

FITNESS & SPORTS Go Fish â&#x20AC;&#x201C; for Free Military members may fish free at a private, continuously stocked pond about five minutes from Fort Lee. It is a keep or release area. You can fish from the shore or rent a John boat, kayak or canoe from the FMWR Outdoor Recreation Office.

The pond is behind the Tackle Shop and Rod Rental, 1708 Riverdale Ave., Prince George.

For details, call (804) 765-2212.

Troops to Teachers Martial Arts A â&#x20AC;&#x153;Teaching as a Second Career Briefingâ&#x20AC;? is set for Nov. 18, 10-11:30 a.m., at Fort Leeâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Army Education Center in building 12400.

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Disc Golf Tourneys Fort Leeâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Family and MWR Outdoor Recreation Center is holding a Disc Golf Tournament on Nov. 19, 10 a.m. at the Outdoor Adventure Park. This is an 18hole tournament. Participants must sign up at Outdoor Recreation no later than the Friday before the event date. Cost is $5 per person. The top 5 scorers will receive prizes and every participant gets a free giveaway. Discs are provided.

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YOUTH Harvest Festival A free Harvest Festival is set for Oct. 31, 6-8 p.m., at the Memorial Chapel. The event is a Christian alternative to Halloween.

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Teams must register in person or by mail to Hopewell Recreation & Parks, 100 West City Point Road, Hopewell, VA 23860. Limit five participants per team. Dress in your favorite Halloween costume or just slip on your walking or running shoes and take to the streets. Prizes will be given to best costume.

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Join a Chorus The Branch’s Baptist Church is holding rehearsals for their Christmas Chorus on Mondays now through Nov. 28 7-8:30 p.m. at 3400 Broad Rock Blvd., Richmond. The concerts set for Dec. 2 and 5.

To register , call (804) 282-7464.

Christian Fall Festival West End Christian School, 1600 Atlantic Street, Hopewell, will host a Fall Festival from 5-8 p.m., Oct. 28.

Games, food, music and fun for the whole family. Tickets are available for purchase at the West End Christian School on the day of the event.

For details, call (804) 458-6142.

The Bland Family Cemetery in Hopewell, will present “A Patriot Remembered: the Legacy of Richard Bland,” a compelling story that commemorates the 235th anniversary of Bland’s death, Oct. 30, 2:00 p.m. There is no admission charge. The Bland Family Cemetery is located on Route 106, in Prince George County. Comfortable shoes are suggested.

For details, call (804) 863-0212.

Dr. Seuss Exhibit The Bella Arte Gallery is featuring Dr. Seuss’s Secrets of the Deep Art Exhibition through Oct. 29 at 3734 Winterfield Road, Midlothian. The gallery hours are Tuesdays - Thursdays, 10 a.m. - 6 p.m.; Fridays, 10 a.m.

- 8 p.m.; and Saturdays, 10 a.m. - 6 p.m. For details, visit www.bellaarte.com.

Classic Cars, Bikes Thursday Night Thunder, a classic car and bike show in Old Towne Petersburg, is 5-9 p.m. every Thursday through October. It is held in the parking lots on the corner of North Sycamore and East Bank streets. Arrivals begin at 4:30 p.m.

For details, visit www.petersburg-va.org or call (804) 586-1633 or 733-1144

Teddy Bear Run The Blue Knights of Virgina will host the 29th Annual Children’s Hospital Teddy Bear Run Nov. 5. Registration for this event begins at 8:30 a.m. at the Colonial HarleyDavidson in Prince George. Registration is $10 per motorcycle and $10 for additional passengers. The ride begins at Colonial Harley-Davidson at 1 p.m. and rides to the Children’s Hospital.

For details, call (804) 861-4700.

Motorcycle Boot Camp Colonial Harley-Davidson is recruiting new riders for a motorcycle boot camp set for Nov. 12, 3:30-6:30 p.m. Learn everything there is about motorcycles at this free event.

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Cemetery Tours Blandford Cemetery will host its annual All Hallows Eve cemetery tours on Oct. 31, 6-9 p.m. Tickets are $7 for adults and $5 for children 12 and under.

The cemetery is located at 111 Rochelle Lane, Petersburg. The hour-long tours will be led by costumed interpreters. Participants should take a flashlight.

For details, call (804) 733-2396.

Marine Concert As part of its 2011 national concert tour, â&#x20AC;&#x153;The Presidentâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Ownâ&#x20AC;? United States Marine Corps Band will perform a free concert at Clover Hill High School Oct. 31, 7:30 p.m., in the gymnasium. The concert seating is general admission; there are no reserved seats. The doors open at 6:45 p.m. and ticket holders must be seated by 7:15 p.m. Non-ticket holders will then be admitted on a first-come, first-served basis. For security purposes, items larger than a purse will not be permitted.

For details, call (804) 639-4940 ext. 6023.

Public Safety Expo The Virginia Public Safety Expo will be held Nov. 10, 11 a.m. - 2 p.m., at the Virginia State Police Administrative Headquarters parking area located behind the main building, 7700 Midlothian Turnpike, Richmond.

The expo will showcase Virginia Public safety services

and resources. Demonstrations include bomb investigating robots and K-9s, high tech response vehicles and an agribusiness.

Lunch will be prepared on site with proceeds benefiting the Virginia Disaster Relief Fund.

Rain date is set for Nov. 15.

Pumpkin Fun for Families The Hopewell Library is hosting a Pumpkin Fun Party Oct. 28, 4:30 p.m.

Pumpkin decorating materials such as paint, paper, markers and more will be provided. A small number of donated pumpkins will be provided. Children and parents are encouraged to dress up and compete for a very special prize in our costume contest.

This is a kid friendly, free event.

Fort Leeâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Halloween Trick or Treat hours are set for 6-8 p.m.

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PAAL Training The Petersburg Area Art League will be offering four classes in November: two adult workshops, a 6 week adult class, and one youth workshop.

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