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THE SCIENCE OF FUEL RE-SUPPLY Behind the beakers and testing gadgets in a post schoolhouse are students of the Petroleum Laboratory Specialist Course who will soon play a key role in keeping the Army deployment-ready SEE PAGES 8-9

You have my commitment to be the standard bearer each and every day. I will lead from the front and not the rear. You will get 110 percent of CSM Bartee each and every day.â&#x20AC;?

TAX ASSISTANCE Opening Monday, the Fort Lee Tax Center offers free form preparation and e-ďŹ ling services to military ID cardholders, to include retirees and reservists SEE PAGE 4

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COMMENTARY | HEALTHY LIFESTYLE CHANGES

Kenner Clinic commander encourages commitment to healthy living in 2016

Keys to happiness in 2016 Lisa Smith Molinari Contributing Writer

As we board life’s runaway train for another year of twists and turns and ups and downs, I can’t help but wonder, “Will this ride be better than the last?” We make resolutions, but so many factors are beyond our control. The economy, deployments, orders, our health, the future – with so many unknowns, how can we guarantee happiness in

the coming year? Simply put: we can’t. However, in my little housewifey world of dust bunnies, freezer burn, minivan odors, and doggie doo bags, there are literally hundreds of things I control every single day that have an impact on the well-being of not only me, but my entire family. This new year, instead of resolving to lose that same stubborn 10 pounds I’ve lost and gained for the last 30 years, I’m making a list

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and is open to active duty military and their families (18 and older); retirees and their spouses; Army Reserve and National Guard Soldiers; and DOD Civilian employees. We offer the following services as part of a personalized health plan: • Health Assessment Review • Weight Management and Metabolic Testing • Fitness Testing and Exercise Prescription Stress Management Education and Biofeedback • Nutrition Education • General Wellness Education • Body Composition Analysis • Sleep Education • Tobacco Cessation Let us make 2016 the year in which we commit to healthy living. Call the AWC at

of a few small, manageable things I can reasonably accomplish every day. Just like the tiny folks who captured Gulliver, Chinese water torture’s infuriating droplets, and the industrious Oompa Loompas, sometimes the little things make all the difference. Sure, I’ll start with getting enough sleep, drinking more water and all that jazz. But there are other unexpected daily goals that may just be the keys to true happiness … No. 1 wear comfortable underwear. Ever had one of those days

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when your knickers keep inching up? When no one is looking, you dig your skivvies out of your crevasse, but they creep back in. The constant wedgie adds a subtle undertone of discomfort to your day, making you grumpy. This may not seem like that big of a deal, but think about it. When you’re grumpy, you snap at your boss. When you snap at your boss, he fires you. When you get fired, you go broke. When you go broke, you are definitely not happy. See how that works? It doesn’t matter if you pre-

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fer the near-commando feel of a thong, or the maximum coverage of cotton briefs – wear comfy undies if you want this to be a good year. No. 2 Install a new showerhead. Does your showerhead emit a wimpy trickle, making it difficult to lather, rinse and repeat? Do you dare to condition, only to find it impossible to rinse out? Do you spend the rest of the day feeling greasy and lacking selfconfidence? SEE KEYS, PAGE 12

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With the arrival of a new year, many individuals will make resolutions with most vowing to improve their health in the days and months ahead. For some, this means losing weight, getting into shape, or eating healthier. For others, it means finally breaking that smoking addiction or cutting back on alcohol consumption. No matter what the goals may be, sticking to a New Year’s resolution is never easy. We all know someone, maybe ourselves, who proudly announce their goals each year, but gradually slip back into their old habits after only a few weeks. The challenge with resolutions is we envision all of the things we want to change

about ourselves, but forget the process of change often requires a detailed plan. At Kenner Army Health Clinic, we are here to help and can assist with developing a road map for your personal health journey. Through the Army Wellness Center, we will help set your personal health goals and then develop a tailored plan to help you achieve them. We also will educate you on the three pillars of the Performance Triad – sleep, activity, and nutrition. Simple changes in these three areas can help prevent illness, improve physical performance and enhance overall well-being. Whether you are trying to lose weight, eat healthier, or quit smoking, now is the time to make a healthy change in your life. The Army Wellness Center is free

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Command Sgt. Maj. Nathaniel J. Bartee Sr. salutes after assuming the role as the CASCOM CSM during a change of responsibility Dec. 18 at Wylie Hall. See story and more photos on Page 3.

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(ABOVE LEFT) Command Sgt. Maj. Terry E. Parham Sr. thanks family members and fellow Soldiers for their support and friendship over his many years of service during remarks at a Dec. 18 retirement ceremony here. (ABOVE RIGHT) Maj. Gen. Darrell K. Williams, CASCOM and Fort Lee commanding general, discusses Parham’s many accomplishments during the change of responsibility ceremony that preceded the retirement.

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Command Sgt. Maj. Nathaniel J. Bartee Sr. takes the command flag from Maj. Gen. Darrell K. Williams, CASCOM and Fort Lee commanding general, during the Dec. 18 change of responsibility ceremony in Wylie Hall auditorium. Bartee replaced CSM Terry E. Parham Sr.vas CASCOM’s senior enlisted leader.

Photo by Lesley Maceyak

Ordnance Soldiers fire an 13-round cannon salute during the change of responsibility ceremony where Command Sgt. Maj. Nathaniel J. Bartee Sr. assumed the CASCOM senior enlisted leadership position from CSM Terry E. Parham Sr. in Wylie Hall auditorium.

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Command Sgt. Maj. Nathaniel J. Bartee Sr. became the top enlisted leader of the Combined Arms Support Command and Fort Lee at a Dec. 18 ceremony in Wylie Hall auditorium. He replaced CSM Terry E. Parham Sr. who retired with just under 33 years of active duty service. Hailing from Quitman, Ga., Bartee is a 30-year Army veteran who last served as the CSM for the 1st Theater Sustainment Command at Fort Bragg, N.C.

He started his Army career as a wheeled vehicle driver and, over the past decade, has served in a variety of senior enlisted positions including 13th Sustainment Command G-3 sergeant major, Fort Hood, Texas; CSM of the 15th Sustainment Brigade, Fort Bliss, Texas; and CSM of the 402nd Army Field Support Brigade, a position he assumed while deployed to Kuwait in support of Operation Enduring Freedom. Bartee’s wide range of operational experience is among the primary reasons he was select-

ed to become the Sustainment Center of Excellence CSM, according to Maj. Gen. Darrell K. Williams, CASCOM and Fort Lee commanding general, who presided over the change of responsibility ceremony. “Many of you may not be aware of just how rigorous the selection process is for a general officer, or what we call a nominative command sergeant major position,” Williams noted in his remarks. “In brief, here’s exactly what I submitted to the sergeant major management branch. “First and foremost, the CSM

for this organization must be a dynamic leader with impeccable character. Along with the commanding general, he or she is the standard bearer for this organization. Next, he or she must possess a robust multi-functional sustainment background. Preferably, the CSM will have served at least at the one-star level prior to being considered for the CASCOM position. “Next,” Williams continued, “the CSM should have deployment experience within the past five years. This is important in understanding the environ-

ment into which many of our Soldiers will head upon graduation or where they have recently returned from. A CSM with an understanding and appreciation of what joint logistics and that entire enterprise and what our (allied) partners do and what our other services bring to the table also is invaluable. “(In summary), I said this position demands a CSM with great character, a broad multifunctional sustainment background, one who takes care of Soldiers and families and civilians, is a role model for our NCOs, is physically fit and will represent CASCOM well with TRADOC and the operational Army. Folks, CSM Nathaniel Bartee fits this description to the letter, and we SEE NEW CSM, PAGE 13

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The Fort Lee Tax Assistance Center is set to begin its 28th year of service with a continued goal of maximum customer satisfaction, according to Capt. Juan Mejia, the 2016 TACâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s officer in charge. Customers can set up appointments now, the captain noted. The center opens Monday. â&#x20AC;&#x153;I am looking forward to another great year,â&#x20AC;? Mejia said of the 2016 tax season. â&#x20AC;&#x153;With some of our volunteers having upward of 20 years of tax preparation service and our dedicated Soldiers assisting with returns, we have a great crew and canâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t wait to get started.â&#x20AC;? The Fort Lee TAC is a free tax preparation service offered to active duty military and their family members as well as military retirees and their families. It is operated by the installation Staff Judge Advocate and staffed with designated military personnel and civilian volunteers who undergo training through the IRS. Mejia, in his role as OIC, is responsible for the day-to-day operation of the service. Reduced wait times and appointment availability are among his goals for the new tax year. â&#x20AC;&#x153;This year, we will have more information and intake forms available on our website, and plan to update it as needed,â&#x20AC;? he said. â&#x20AC;&#x153;This will allow customers to fill out required

paperwork before their visit, drastically reducing wait times. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Customers can improve their experience by filling out intake forms before their appointment, bringing required documents, and ensuring they arrive 10-15 minutes before their appointment,â&#x20AC;? said Mejia. â&#x20AC;&#x153;It only takes one person to be late for their appointment or not have their documents to throw off the rest of a dayâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s schedule.â&#x20AC;? The TAC will reschedule an appointment if a customer is more than 15 minutes late. Customers should call the TAC at (804) 7345732 for appointments and general information, said Mejia. Appointment times are from 8 a.m. 5 p.m., Monday-Friday. Walk-ins begin at 8 a.m. The last clients will be seen at 5 p.m. The website is www. cascom.army.mil/staff/ sja/TaxCenter.htm. The facility is located in building 6052 at 1151 Mekong Road (adjacent to Shop Road, between 11th Street and the Post Field House). â&#x20AC;&#x153;Anyone who is unsure of whether he or she needs an appointment (versus walk-in services) can call and talk to one of our clerks. They will help individuals determine the best course of action for the client,â&#x20AC;? Mejia said. Generally, walk-ins are reserved for EZ filers, he added. As in years past, customers are strongly encouraged to bring with them all required docu-

Information 8 a.m. - 5 p.m., Monday-Friday. Walk-ins begin at 8 a.m. The last clients will be seen at 5 p.m. The facility is located in building 6052 at 1151 Mekong Road. Call (804) 734-5732 for appointments and general information. Arrive 10-15 minutes before an appointment

MLK Observance | Jan. 12 The Fort Lee community is invited to celebrate the life of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Jan. 12, 11:30 a.m. - 1 p.m., during an observance at the Lee Theater. The annual program will be hosted by the 23rd Quartermaster Brigade and the Installation Equal Opportunity Office. The guest speaker is Rev. Dr. Sedgwick Easley of Union Baptist Church, Hempstead, N.Y. The event also includes an audio visual presentation, music by the 392nd Army Band, food tastings and more. The long-running theme for the MLK remembrance is â&#x20AC;&#x153;Remember! Celebrate! Act! A Day On, Not A Day Off.â&#x20AC;? For details, call (931) 436-0771 or email anthony.a.whitaker.mil@mail.mil.

Learn Life-Saving Skills | Jan. 13, 16 Fort Lee Fire and Emergency Services will partner with Southside Regional Medical Center to conduct a free â&#x20AC;&#x153;Stop the Bleedâ&#x20AC;? workshop Jan. 13 and 16, 8:3011:30 a.m., at the Warrior Training Facility, building 18027. The course will teach participants basis life-saving medical interventions. To register, call (804) 765-5689. It is open to the public on a first-come, first-served basis. For details, call (804) 720-7852.

2016 TARP BrieďŹ ngs ments to file their federal and state taxes, said Mejia. These include but are not limited to military identifications cards, Social Security cards, wage and earnings statements and powers of attorney. Customers also should bring required mortgage documents, bank account and routing numbers (both are located on a blank check), and daycare payment amounts along with provider ID numbers. Those enrolled in the Affordable Health Care program should bring forms 1095A, B or C, which will be available during the last week of January, said Mejia. Last year, the TAC filed 1,911 federal and 1,263 state returns that saved community members $845,450 in tax preparation fees and costs, and netted them almost $3.5 million in refunds. The 2016 tax filing season will begin Jan. 19 and concludes April 18. The TAC will close its doors May 13, but the service will continue on a limited basis.

The first Threat Awareness and Reporting Program briefing for 2016 is set for 6:30 a.m. Jan. 14 at the Lee Theater. The training is a mandatory annual requirement for DOD employees and contractors with a security clearance. Additional briefings will be scheduled quarterly â&#x20AC;&#x201C; March 16, May 11, Sept. 13 and Oct. 12. For details, call Charles White at (804) 734-1569.

Resiliency Leadership Talks by Joe Theismann Joe Theismann, former Super Bowl-winning quarterback for the Washington Redskins, will give two Resiliency Leadership talks Jan. 20 at the Lee Theater. The program is hosted by the 266th Quartermaster Battalion Ministry Team of the 23rd QM Brigade. He will speak to advanced individual training Soldiers at 10 a.m. and permanent party Soldiers and other guests at 1 p.m. His remarks will focus on encouraging AIT Soldiers to develop positive goals for success and helping transitioning Soldiers redefine themselves after a career change. After his football career, Theismann spent nearly 20 years as a sports commentator with ESPN. He has been a motivational speaker for many years.

Kenner MLK Weekend Schedule Kenner Army Health Clinic and Troop Medical Clinics 1 and 2 will be open with normal operations on Jan. 15 (training holiday) for patient care. All Kenner clinics and services will be closed Jan. 18 in observance of the Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. federal holiday. To schedule appointments, call the Kenner appointment line at 1-866-533-5242. To request an authorization to visit an urgent care center, call (804) 734-9000. For medical emergencies, dial 911 or go to the nearest emergency room.

Kenner Email NotiďŹ cations Available Kenner Army Health Clinic offers a messaging email portal for patients to register for appointments, message their care teams with questions and receive periodic communications from KAHC about upcoming events and services. The system is completely secure and Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act compliant. For registration and details, visit KAHC.

Kenner Patient Satisfaction Surveys Kenner Army Health Clinic and the Regional Health Command-Atlantic (provisional) are conducting a short anonymous survey to find out how the patient health care experience can be improved at KAHC. To access the survey, visit www. surveymonkey.com/r/GM9Z5LL.

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AFAP Steering Committee updates topics from 2015 Conference Lesley Maceyak Family/Community Life Reporter

A commander’s steering committee meeting was held in early December to discuss Army Family Action Plan issues brought up during the 2015 conference in October. Among the topics discussed were healthier dining options, a single-parent support group and a troublesome intersection. The healthy dining option was reviewed and closed. Serving civilians and contractors at the Samuel Sharpe Dining Facility would be “cumbersome,” accord-

ing to the meeting minutes. The issue – providing healthier food options on post – had a potential solution of opening the Samuel Sharpe DFAC to all uniformed service members, DOD/ DA Civilians and contractors because the facility was under-utilized by 26 percent. Opening the facility would allow post employees to have healthier options and save cost and time during meal hours. However, due to expanding numbers of trainees who would be soon funneled to the Sharpe DFAC, the utilization rate will increase to more than 90 percent.

Serving additional personnel would be difficult to carry out. The next issue – Single Parent Assistance Network – was raised after community members noted there are no dedicated single parent support groups available on Fort Lee. In the past, the Army Community Service piloted a single parent support group, but was not successful in maintaining community interest. During the AFAP conference, community members said having a support group would provide the infrastructure and outlets necessary to adequately support single parents’ readiness and resiliency.

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A forum was conducted in December to gather input from a targeted group of single-parent. In addition, contact has been made with representatives at Fort Bliss, Texas, to gather information on their program. Further action will be based on the input and information gathered from the December meeting. The last issue – Road Rules – involves the intersection of C and Mahone avenues that consists of a two-way stop. Drivers are failing to come to a complete stop or yield properly to the motorists traveling on Mahone. This intersection has resulted in near-miss

collisions and traffic violations. The solution from the Provost Marshal’s Office involves gathering accident information and increasing awareness to the public for that intersection. Community members are welcome to submit ideas, concerns and issues to AFAP anytime during the year. The next quarterly AFAP meeting will be announced. For more information about the submission process, to include formatting and issue guidelines, visit http://www. leemwr.com/army-family-actionplan-afap.

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Mark A. Fed was promoted from CW4 to CW5 during a ceremony held at Liberty Chapel Dec. 15. Maj. Gen. Darrell K. Williams, CASCOM and Fort Lee commanding general, presided over the promotion. The significance of the ceremony was that Fed began his career in the Warrant Officer ranks at Fort Stewart, Ga., working under Williams from 2001-2002. “MG Williams promoted me from WO1 to CW2 as he was my battalion commander,” said Fed. “No one would have thought over 13 years later he would be a two-star general and I would be a CW5. The possibilities with and through God are far greater than we could ever imagine. It was a huge honor to have MG Williams preside over my promotion; one I will treasure forever.” Fed currently works as a course manager and instructor at the Army Logistics University.

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With construction of the Visitor Control Center at the Sisisky Boulevard Gate complete, it will become the main access point once again Jan. 19. The Sisisky Gate will be open 24 hours, and the Lee Avenue Gate will be open 5 a.m. - 8 p.m. weekdays, and closed on weekends and federal holidays. This change also impacts the VCC hours of operation. The Lee Avenue Gate will be open 5 a.m. - 8 p.m. Monday - Friday. The Sisisky drive-through VCC will be open

VCC Contact Info Lee Avenue – (804) 734-5053 Sisisky Boulevard – 734-3085 8-11 p.m. Monday - Friday and 6 a.m. - 11 p.m. on weekends and federal holidays. Additionally, the Temple Avenue Gate will now close at 1 p.m. and reopen from 4 p.m. to 6 p.m. for outbound traffic only. “The hours are changing again because the VCC construction project that began in January 2015 is complete and the Sisisky Boulevard Gate is returning to main gate status,” said Capt. Brian A. Bishop, Provost

Marshal Office operations officer. The full gate schedule as of Jan. 19 is as follows: Sisisky Boulevard: Always open Mahone Avenue: 5 a.m. - 11 p.m., Monday-Friday; 7 a.m. - 11 p.m. weekends and federal holidays A Avenue: 5 a.m. - 8 p.m., Monday-Friday; closed weekends and federal holidays Shop Road (commercial vehicle entrance): 6 a.m. - 2 p.m., MondayFriday; closed weekends and federal holidays Lee Avenue: 5 a.m. - 8 p.m., Monday-Friday; closed weekends and federal holidays Jackson Circle: Always open to staff, residents and authorized guests Temple Avenue: 4:30 a.m. - 1 p.m. (inbound and outbound) and 4-6 p.m. (outbound only) MondayFriday; closed weekends and federal holidays

6XVWDLQHUV SODQ VSHFLDO VHQG RII IRU 6WDQGDUG $UP\ 5HWDLO 6XSSO\ 6\VWHP The computer-networked system that has served as the hub of Army retail supply transactions since 1990 will be officially retired at a Jan. 22 “sunsetting” ceremony here. Everyone in the local community is invited to the event that begins at 1:30 p.m. in the U.S. Army Quartermaster Museum. The organizers hope it will draw a large military, government civilian and defense contracting crowd, including former logisticians who live in the local area. Offering unprecedented automated features when it was introduced 25 years ago, the Standard Army Retail Supply System replaced a hodge-podge of

pre-Gulf War-era programs that fell short in providing accurate data input and meeting the needs of the war-fighter, particularly in the area of time-sensitive processing. SARSS gave users greater flexibility to control system functions through its wide range of parameter settings. As a user once commented, “SARSS is like Burger King; you can have it your way (by assigning userunique parameters).” “It really was the Rolls Royce of its time, which had a lot to do with its longevity as the go-to supply system for the tactical Army,” said one organizer of the upcoming sun-setting ceremony. “SARSS was a revolutionary system

that offered the automation we needed to move the Army forward in its ability to resupply operational forces more effectively and efficiently.” SARSS incorporated the latest automated data processing technology that decentralized time-sensitive functions and centralized non-time sensitive functions, thus better meeting the needs of the war-fighter during that era. The system capabilities reduced the “wait time” to meet customer needs and provided commanders and their staff a more responsive capability to perform effective supply chain management through asset visibility and the ability to rapidly cross-level

and redistribute resources to sustain the Army in both peace and war. “The system has been the supply workhorse for the regular Army, Reserve and National Guard. That’s why we want to give it a proper salute for its service during this ceremony,” the event organizers noted. “This event also is an opportunity to introduce the new technology that will take the place of SARSS – the Global Combat Support System-Army.” Organizers are requesting RSVPs for the ceremony. For more information, call Sterling Hunt at (804) 734-0283. – CASCOM Enterprise Systems Directorate

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63& $/,6$ 0$5,( $&.(5 Place of duty: Kenner Army Health Clinic Military specialty: 68W, health care specialist Hometown: Warren, Vt. Family: “I’m the single mother of an amazing 10-month-old boy named Gabriel. I have two sisters – one is a stay-at-home mom and my younger sister is still in high school. My father Glenn is a carpenter and can make almost anything from wood. My stepmother Darcy recently purchased a bakery – Mix Cupcakes and Eatery in Waitsfield, Vt. My (biological) mother Tina passed away while I was in basic training.” Time in service: 2 years, 4 months Describe your personality: “I am an energetic, enthusiastic and slightly eccentric person. I am extremely artistic and creative, and love to read. I have a passion for medicine and am striving to ad-

vance my career in this field as well as in the Army through both military and civilian education opportunities.” What are your strengths? “I am hard working, driven and creative.” What do you view as your weaknesses? “I can be disorganized and a bit scatterbrained. I am also prone to taking on too much all at once.” What hobbies do you enjoy? “This could take a while. I draw, paint, sculpt, make jewelry, do crafts, read, write, horseback ride, hike, snowboard and spend quality time with my little man.” Dream car: “A 1969 Chevelle.” What is your pet peeve? “Bad grammar and intentional ignorance.” What are your talents? “Making things with my hands; any type of art or crafts.” One person you most ad-

mire: “A family friend Johnathan Draught because of the type of person he just is.” Why you joined the Army: “I had a number of reasons to join ranging from financial to educational, and a big part of it was lifestyle. (Ultimately,) it was a way of life I could see myself being a part of because of the type of person I am.” Celebrity or historical figure you would like to meet: “It’s a toss-up between Harry Houdini, Nikola Tesla and Joan of Arc.” One thing you love about your job: “I love medicine and the opportunity to take care of people.” What it means to be a Soldier: “Being a Soldier is about dedication, duty and integrity. It’s about meeting every challenge put before you and striving for even more. You are part of something bigger than yourself and that re-

sponsibility must be a priority.” Best thing about the Army: “The sense of community and the opportunities it offers you.” Future goals: “At some point, I would like to re-class into the 68-Charlie (practical nursing specialist) MOS and to continue both in the medical field and in

the Army. It is my hope within the next 12 months I also will have attained the rank of sergeant. Within the next five years, I would like to have put a down-payment on a house as well.” – Compiled by Tereasa Wade, KAHC Public Affairs Officer

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(CLOCKWISE FROM FAR LEFT) Pvt. Brandon De La Cruz, a Petroleum Laboratory Specialist Course student, inspects a fuel sample after testing it. PLSC students learn a number of testing procedures needed to ensure fuels are suitable for use in operational environments. The course is 11 weeks long. • Instructor Darius Martin shows a curious lot of students the results of a fuel test. The PLS course is lab-intensive and students spend the bulk of their time learning their way around the facility • Pvt. Mya Smith examines a fuel temperature gauge. • Pvt. Evan Mays checks a refractometer that measures the effectiveness of aircraft fuel at high altitudes.

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LORDS OF THE LA AB

T. Anthony Bell

Senior Writer/Special Projects

n the operational Army, there are high-visibility jobs and those that are not. The ones critical to the mission will receive more attention than others. Variances are likely due to location, the time at which the duties are performed and the level of hierarchy to which the services are rendered. Then, there are jobs, no matter how critical, for which the light rarely shines. Welcome to the world of the 92L, or petro-

leum laboratory specialist, where the lack of visibility is an accepted norm and where mission criticality is often overshadowed by other sustainment activities. So said Sgt. 1st Class Angel Alston, an 18-year Soldier of the trade and current noncommissioned officer in charge, Laboratory Training Division of the Quartermaster School’s Petroleum and Water Department. “It’s a low density MOS, but it is very critical,” she said. “No one really realizes what we do until it’s time to deploy. That’s when you know you need a 92L, especially if it is an aviation unit.” What petroleum laboratory specialists do

is test all types of fuels to ensure they’re suitable for use. “If it moves or requires fuel, we’re testing it,” Alston proclaimed, noting contaminated fuel can cause engines to corrode, work improperly or even fail. Advanced individual training Soldiers and Marines enrolled in the PLS Course undergo nearly 11 weeks of training here to prepare them for a job that is largely concentrated in field units, said Alston. The LTD also trains Sailors, Airmen, civilians and foreign nationals. Military members who take on the challenge of earning the title of petroleum laboratory specialist typically have a real and true

interest in science, however, they’re usually unfamiliar with the world of petroleum, said Alston. “The AIT Soldiers coming here probably have never smelled fuel except on pump 9 at the Exxon station,” she said. “However, their backgrounds tend to be bent toward science such as chemistry, and they tend to perform well on the written portion of the ASVAB test.” Science takes center stage at the course’s training labs adjacent to the PWD headquarters building. It is filled with beakers, test tubes, odd-looking machinery and personnel in lab coats, not to mention the aroma reminiscent of filling up at “pump 9.”

Darius Martin, a former 92L Soldier and current 92L contract instructor, said students are introduced to the lab within the first week, gradually learning the equipment and testing procedures for fuels used in ground and aviation vehicles and equipment. During a recent training session with students in their third week of training, Martin continuously hammered down procedures relating to fuel system icing inhibitors. “It’s used to keep fuel in aircraft from freezing at high altitudes,” he said. The students in Martin’s group, apronwearing, frequently poured fuels in and out of containers, studying temperature gauges and

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reading data contained in references. Martin said it is critical class members learn how to find and cull information. “Seventy-five percent of our course is based on referencing,” he said. “Students need to know where to find the information needed to complete the testing procedures.” From the second week on, said Martin, students spend time in the labs learning how to analyze samples. There are tests for sediment, contamination and water; electrical conductivity; potency; and tests for fluidity. There is an appeal to being the stamp of approval for something critical to the safe movement of personnel, supplies and equipment, said

18-year-old student Pvt. Brandon De La Cruz. “I like being able to test fuel because with this job you can save a lot of lives,” he said, citing the worst-case scenario of a downed aircraft due to fuel contamination. “If you have individuals in the lab who know what they are doing, they could prevent that from happening.” From a lighter perspective, De La Cruz said the course has taught him things about science and fuels he never knew. “Did you know the best time to fuel your car is in the morning?” he asked, demonstrating his new-found knowledge. “The fuel temperature is cooler in the morning but warms up

during the day. Once it warms up, it expands and decreases in potency.” De La Cruz, who had an interest in science before he began the course, may have expected the curriculum to be heavy in scientific practice, however, said Alston, most students are caught off guard by the course’s technical requirements. “The precision required and the attention to detail is just crazy,” said the self-described geek. “I think those becoming familiar with the MOS slowly start to realize how much detail is involved and they’re turned off. The nerds and geek-types are the ones who really come to appreciate this MOS.” The “nerd and geek-types” who graduate the course are largely assigned to combat arms organizations where thousands of vehicles are assigned and millions and gallons of fuel are used. Alston said it is not unusual for a Soldiers with less than one year of service to be assigned to jobs managing automated fuel labs for large units. “They have to hit the ground running,” she said, “and they have to know what they’re doing because they’re going to be it.” It’s a lot of responsibility for a first termer, but it is more about how the duties are performed, said one instructor. “It’s not hard or difficult, but you do need to be proficient at what you do,” said Staff Sgt. Travis Taylor. Although there will always be a need for fuel testing, said Alston, the MOS has become the casualty of consolidation and downsizing. The schoolhouse will eventually discontinue the MOS and include it as an additional skill identifier for MOSs such as petroleum supply specialist. It’s a matter of when, not if, said Alston. “Right now, they’re working out how they will integrate us and what they’re going to do with the existing 92Ls,” she said. The PLS Course currently graduates roughly 280 students per year, said Alston.

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LORDS OF THE LA AB

T. Anthony Bell

Senior Writer/Special Projects

Photos by T. Anthony Bell

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Master Sgt. JennyAnne Bright, course manager for the 92-Sierra military occupational specialty, instructs a class about field services for Quartermaster Basic Officer Leader Course students Wednesday. As part of the BOLC course, Bright teaches junior officers about field services and what can be expected from Soldiers who graduate from advanced individual training. Bright was recently selected for the Sergeants Major Academy – the first active duty female chosen from her career field. Amy Perry

Lee Soldier ﬁrst female selected as 92 Sierra SGM Amy Perry Production/News Assistant Editor

Getting selected for sergeant major was a lofty goal at best for Master Sgt. JennyAnne Bright. The 92 Sierra course manager – under the Aerial Delivery and Field Services Department here – knew the likelihood was practically nonexistent, but said she was undaunted in working toward the next step in her career progression. “My MOS is very small,” she said. “We have about 600 active duty Soldiers Army-wide. There are five E-8s, and three were competitive and on the list for potential promotion. There is only one E-9 spot in our career field. I didn’t expect to get selected over any of them because they were my leaders at some point in my career. They also had broadening assignments and took on tough jobs. We’ve all had first sergeant duties.” Bright beat the odds and she now holds the added distinction of being the first active duty sergeant major in her career field. “I’ve never really thought

about being the first among my peers,” said Bright. “When the list came out, my division chief told me I was the first female E-9 for 92 Sierra, at least on active duty. I never looked at it in the manner of being the first in anything. Whatever is in front of me, I just work hard for it without trying to get something extra out of it.” Bright said she can’t take all the credit for her success in the Army and attributes elements of her progression to other Soldiers she’s encountered along the way. “I don’t look at it like I had something to do with it,” she said of her selection. “I’ve been around amazing leaders and Soldiers. My evaluations are because of what other people did. How I got here is because of them – all the Soldiers who worked alongside of me and the leaders who believed in me.” The 92 Sierra military occupational specialty was created in 2001 when 43 Mike – fabric repair specialist – and 57 Echo – laundry and bath specialist – merged into a shower, laundry and clothing repair specialist. “Our MOS is shower, laundry and clothing repair – I came in

to sew,” she continued. “I never thought I would be this far up in my career – getting the chance to do the things I’ve done.” Originally from the Philippines, Bright and her family moved to Huntsville, Ala., when she was 8 years old. After her sophomore year in high school, they moved again to Columbia, Md. After graduating from high school, Bright said she wasn’t even considering military service. “Joining the Army wasn’t my first choice,” said Bright “My mom suggested I look at the armed forces. She escorted me to the recruiting station. Once I was in, I didn’t think it would be longer than my first enlistment. As time went on, I was reenlisting in the Army two years at a time, and here I am. “My school friends – from Alabama or Maryland – would never believe where I’m at now,” she continued. Bright said she didn’t think about the possibility of retirement until she married in 2009. “We started planning out the rest of our lives, and I knew then

I would retire from the Army,” she said. “But I never thought I’d make it to E-9 because it’s competitive and there’s only one slot.” While Bright recognizes her leaders for her success, she’s spent her career leading Soldiers and seeking positions to mold the next generation of troops. After being assigned to Fort Lee in 2002 in the 16th Field Services Company under the now-deactivated 49th Quartermaster Group and deploying with them for the initial surge into Iraq, Bright sought out a position as a 92 Sierra instructor here. After that, she elected to serve as a drill sergeant and got assigned to Charlie Company, 262nd QM Battalion, until 2007. Platoon sergeants replaced drill sergeants in advanced individual training in 2008. Bright achieved her first major career goal when she was selected to be the first sergeant of the 590th Quartermaster Company, 10th Sustainment Brigade, Fort Drum, N.Y. “After leaving Fort Drum as a first sergeant, I felt I wasn’t finished being a first sergeant,” she said. “It was something I wanted to do again. I asked to be interviewed for the duties at Tango Company (here at Fort Lee). With my previous experience as a drill sergeant, I felt like I could help the platoon sergeants organize the

troops better as a first sergeant. “Being able to be there for the Soldiers meant a lot to me,” Bright continued. “As you go up in ranks, sometimes you get away from those newer Soldiers. As a first sergeant, you are training a whole company. When you move away from it and you’re in staff, it’s just you and some NCOs.” After her stint at Tango Company, she was selected for her current position and said she still misses the first sergeant experience. “We train between 300-350 students each year, and I still have a role in leading them – but they have their own first sergeants and platoon sergeants, so I have to focus on their technical proficiency here,” she said. “We still encourage them with the Soldierization process, though.” Bright will attend the Sergeants Major Academy at Fort Bliss, Texas, in August and will await her sequence number for promotion after that. Then, she starts working toward her new career goal. “When I became an E-8, I wanted to become a first sergeant,” she said. “It was the way to go for me. I enjoy training troops and being right there with Soldiers. In my mind, that’s the only place to be and I will continue to strive for those types of assignments as a SGM or CSM.”

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HISTORIC PHOTO

OF THE

MONTH | 1944

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This installment of the Historic Photo of the Month looks back to June 1944 with the opening of two outdoor swimming pools at Camp Lee. “Edmonds and Hartman pools – two hot-weather havens for Camp Lee enlisted men – were opened in official ceremonies on June 1. Accepting them on behalf of camp personnel were Brig. Gen. George A. Horkan, camp commander, and Col. James

H. Johnson, ASFTC commander. Lt. Col. Louis V. Bean, camp engineer, who designed and built the two swimming pools, presented them to the general.” This is the opening paragraph under a headline “Two Swimming Pools for GIs Open in Ceremonies 1 June” from an article in the June 7, 1944, Traveller. “Plans for an acquacade, to be held later in the summer, were already well under way when the pools were opened. “Hartman pool is named for Brig. Gen. Charles D.

Hartman, who commanded the old QMRTC from May 1941 to April 1942. It is located just south of Service Club 1. Edmonds pool, named for Maj. Gen. James E. Edmonds, CG of Camp Lee from February 1941 to December 1943, is located between 16th and 18th streets, southeast of Avenue C,” the article read. “Both pools were constructed of non-critical, priority-free materials. Hartman pool can accommodate some 520 persons, and measures 120-by-50

/HH SDUW RI H[SDQGHG SLORW ORGJLQJ SURJUDP On Jan. 1, the Integrated Lodging Program Pilot expanded to additional sites including Fort Lee, military installations in the Hampton Roads area and Rock Island Arsenal, Quad City, Ill. Travelers who are TDY to these new pilot locations will

first be directed within the Defense Travel System to DOD lodging, if available, or DODPreferred commercial lodging when booking hotel rooms. The Integrated Lodging Program Pilot ensures travelers are staying in quality lodging facilities close to TDY lo-

feet. It is 10-feet deep at the diving end. “Edmonds pool, slightly smaller, accommodates 348 persons. Both were built with GI labor. “By the end of June, several convalescent Soldiers from the Lee ASF Regional Hospital were expected to begin therapeutic swimming lessons in Hartman pool.” The Traveller welcomes comments from readers about this series. Comments can be posted on www.facebook.com/ ftleetraveller.

cations, are protected from certain fees, and are offered amenities at no additional cost – all while staying in rooms that are below per diem. In addition to the new pilot site locations, the participating DOD Preferred commercial lodging properties at the existing pilot site locations also changed as of Jan. 1.

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In an April 1944 photo, work is in full swing on the new enlisted men’s swimming area to be known as Hartman Pool. Ground was broken by Brig. Gen. George A. Horkan, camp commander, in a ceremony a few weeks earlier.

Each year, hotels have an opportunity to apply to participate in the DOD Preferred Lodging Program Pilot for the next calendar year. Even those hotels that already participate must reapply annually and compete for DOD’s lodging business. All commercial hotels must meet DOD

standards for quality, safety and security; offer rates below per diem; and provide certain amenities and travel protections to participate. The 2016 DOD Preferred Properties List can be found at w w w. d e f e n s e t r a v e l . dod.mil/Docs/ILP_ Preferred_List.pdf. Information about the Integrated Lodging

Program Pilot is available on the Defense Travel Management Office website at www. defensetravel.dod.mil/ site/lodging.cfm and in the Fall 2015 Defense Travel Dispatch at w w w. d e f e n s e t r a v e l . dod.mil/Docs/Dispatch/ Defense_Travel_ Dispatch_Fall_2015.pdf. – Defense Travel Management Office

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Ask yourself the following questions to help focus on your goals for the future. These are only a few examples to start the creative juices flowing. Most importantly, let your mind wander to fully access your future desires. • What were my greatest achievements over the past year? • What were my biggest disappointments over the past year? • What did I learn about myself from my achievements and disappointments? • How was I able to accomplish the things I did over the last year? Who and what helped? • How did I limit myself over the past year? How could I avoid doing the same this year? • What is my No. 1 focus this year?

Personal values figure heavily in goal-setting. Are you work-oriented, volunteer-oriented, family-oriented, partner-oriented, faith-oriented and friend-oriented? Most people are a little of all or most of these. How does your primary orientation affect your goals? Do you want to strengthen one area particularly important? In what give-and-take are you willing to engage to do so? After you have written down your goals, circle the three or four absolute most important ones and then place your goal sheet where you will see it daily or at the least weekly. It will serve as the catalyst needed to make positive changes in your life. – KAHC

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Continued from page 2 When you lack selfconfidence, you can’t decide what to cook for dinner. When you can’t decide what to cook for dinner, you make chicken nuggets. When you serve chicken nuggets for the third time this week, your spouse gets annoyed. When your spouse gets annoyed, you argue. When you argue, he sleeps on the couch. When he sleeps on the couch, you are not happy, and neither is he. So dash to your nearest hardware store, and find a showerhead with a water output similar to that of a regulation fire hose. The therapeutic massaging action of the pelting water will blast away stress, tension, troubles, soap, conditioner ... and sometimes the first layer of skin. Regardless, you will emerge clean, refreshed and ready to face the year with

confidence. No. 3 Attain digestive regularity. Have you ever had one of those days when your pipes are clogged? Do your intestines occasionally go on strike? Does your digestive tract stubbornly maintain a holding pattern, hovering with no landing scheduled on the flight plan? Let’s face it – if the “magic” doesn’t happen, you feel full, heavy, lethargic and bloated. When you feel bloated, you’re irritable. When you’re irritable, you yell at other drivers when they cut you off. When you yell at other drivers, they stop to give you a piece of their mind. When they give you a piece of their mind, you swat them with your purse. When you swat them with your purse, you get arrested. When you get arrested, you are not happy. Eat leafy greens, guzzle

things that make us happier Good morning, sunshine! – Not only will 15 minutes of exposure to sunlight three times a week boost the body’s supply of vitamin D, but sunshine (even in artificial forms for those of you stationed in Alaska) can have a positive affect on people prone to depression and anxiety. Get to bed – According to the National Sleep Foundation, adults need 7-9 hours of sleep. Lack of adequate sleep negatively affects physical and mental health, attention span, memory, learning and even body mass index. The Dog Days aren’t over – For the last 25 years, research has shown that living with pets lowers blood pressure and anxiety. And some new studies indicate children in households with pets are less likely to have asthma and allergies. copious amounts of coffee, get new reading material for the bathroom – do whatever it takes to convince your nether regions to declare a truce. Succeed in attaining digestive regularity, and you will face the challenges of this year with a cheerful spring in your step.

In all seriousness, I’m sure none of us will end up broke, on the outs with our spouses, or in jail in the next 12 months. Nevertheless, if we want to be happier this year, we need to remember that sometimes, it’s the little things in life that make the biggest difference.

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NEW CSM | ‘You will get 110

percent of CSM Bartee every day’ Continued from Page 3 are exceptionally fortunate to have another incredibly talented professional joining and leading our team. He is the right person at the right time to be the CASCOM Sustainment Center of Excellence and Fort Lee command sergeant major.” Bartee – who served with Williams when he commanded the 1st TSC at Bragg prior to becoming the CASCOM CG – said he clearly recognized the significance of being selected for his current position. Thanking the commander, he remarked, “You are a class act gentleman. I’m proud to be a part of Team Lee, to be your battle buddy and to serve and work with you again. Thank you for this opportunity and the faith and confidence you have put into me to be here today.” Expressing his appreciation for everything the Fort Lee team does to support the training and development of sustainment Soldiers, Bartee acknowledged the things Army Civilians do “as the continuity and glue of this installation,” and he made a vow to the military workforce. “You have my commitment to be the standard bearer each and every day. I will lead from the front and not the rear. You will get 110 percent of CSM Bartee each and every day.” In farewell remarks to Parham, the CASCOM commanding general said his career accomplishments “spoke for themselves” and the many distinguished individuals in the audience – including Lt. Gen. Kevin W. Mangum, deputy CG for U.S. Army Training and Doctrine Command – served as a testament to the respect and influence of the long-time Soldier. “Some of you may have heard the saying: if the crows weren’t so loud, bringing so much attention to themselves, they could eat all the corn. Ladies and gentlemen, this quiet professional … has never sought the limelight,” Williams said. “He built his career on taking care of Soldiers and their families, and just flat out getting it done.”

Offering a quick recap of his career, Williams mentioned Parham’s early success as a 92-Golf food service specialist. He earned two gold medals at the Military Culinary Arts Competition in 1992 and was named an Armed Forces World Champion. “Not long after that, he became the first sergeant for the 37th Transportation Company in Germany with 12 years, 8 months of service when the average time (for selection to similar leadership positions) is 15 or 16 years,” Williams touted. “He became a command sergeant major in 18 years, when the average time is 21 years. In all, he served as a sergeant major or CSM for 14 of his 33 years in the Army and a CSM 12 of (those) 14 years.” Parham, a Dinwiddie native and 1983 graduate of Petersburg High School, also completed two tours in Iraq and one in Afghanistan for a total of 36 months of deployment time. “Ladies and gentlemen, what a remarkable career,” Williams said. “(CSM Parham) is the epitome of the noncommissioned officer creed and a sterling example of the backbone of the Unites States Army. Folks, this crow didn’t stand around beating his chest to gain attention and he indeed ate every bit of the corn.” Offering his “profound thanks” to the many Soldiers and supportive family members in attendance, Parham said he meant no disrespect by his joyful demeanor during the ceremony. “My career has been one great ride, and this is not a sad day,” he explained. “It is the culminating event of something awesome … the opportunity to serve my country and do what I loved while taking care of my family. This is a happy day. I’ve given the Army as many years as I can, and I look back with nothing but pride and admiration for the many individuals I served with and learned from along the way.” In next week’s edition of the Traveller, Bartee will share his views on leadership, serving in today’s Army and how past assignments have shaped his career.

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CG presents ﬁrst coin to retiring CSM Maj. Gen. Darrell K. Williams, CASCOM and Fort Lee commanding general, proudly discusses the new command coin (inset photo) being awarded for the first time to Command Sgt. Maj. Terry E. Parham Sr., left, in recognition of his nearly 33 years of faithful service to the nation. It was one of several mementos presented at a Dec. 18 retirement/farewell dinner in the Lee Club main ballroom. The new coin represents CASCOM’s five branch proponencies – Quartermaster, Transportation, Ordnance, Adjutant General and Financial Management – as well as the Army Logistics University, the Soldier Support Institute and the command team. According to TRADOC Regulation 672-6, TRADOC units and organizations within the command can procure military coins as a method to recognize outstanding individual achievements or to show appreciation.

Contributed Photo

C Co. shows community support Military members from Charlie Company, 71st Transportation Battalion, pose for a photo after delivering nonperishable food and household supplies to the James House in Prince George on Dec. 23. The donated items were contributed by the Army Logistics University family – students, faculty, and organization leaders and staffers both military and civilian. The community outreach project was orchestrated by Sgt. Kayla Rowan, S-1 noncommissioned officer in charge, and Basic Officer Leader Course students in the company provided moral support and manpower during the delivery. The James House provides assistance and shelter to victims of sexual and domestic violence and stalking.

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LOCAL ACTIVITIES

FOR THE

EVENTS

FORT LEE COMMUNITY SPORTS & FITNESS

MLK Observance at DCMA | Jan. 14

FMWR Snow Xperience Trip | Jan. 9

The Defense Contract Management Agency will hold a Dr. Martin Luther King Jr., observance Jan. 14, 1 p.m., at DCMA, building 10500, A Avenue. The guest speaker will be George Hunt, an artist and Civil Rights activist. The event also includes an art exhibit and reception. RSVP by Jan. 11 to Debra Simmon at (804) 734-0808 or Hilary Bishop at 7340587.

The Family and MWR Outdoor Recreation Center here will offer a discounted Snow Xperience Trip to the Wintergreen Resort Jan. 9. The reduced-rate cost varies for skiing, snowboarding or tubing rentals and lift ticket packages. Future dates are Feb. 20 and March 12. Transportation leaves for the resort at 7:30 a.m. on each date. For registration and details, visit Outdoor Recreation, building 15014, on 5th Street, or call (804) 765-2212.

Fort Lee USO 5-Year Celebration | Jan. 11 The Fort Lee office of the USO of Hampton Roads and Central Virginia invites the community to its 5-year anniversary event Jan. 11, 10 a.m. - 4 p.m., at 1611 B Ave., building 4005, at the intersection of Mahone Avenue. The event includes refreshments and information about USO. For details, call (804) 765-3045.

Chapel Dinner and Discipleship | Every Wednesday Night A midweek religious education night is set for every Wednesday, 5:30 p.m., at Memorial Chapel, building 10600, 1901 Sisisky Blvd. The program includes a free meal, classes and more. For details, call (804) 734-6483 or email jonathan.w.yost.civ@mail.mil.

23rd QM Brigade Newcomers Welcome | Jan. 20 The Quartermaster School and 23rd QM Brigade will hold a newcomers program Jan. 20, 8:30 a.m., at Liberty Chapel, Mahone Avenue. Brig. Gen. Ronald Kirklin, QM General and commandant of the QM School, and Col. Tamatha Patterson, 23rd QM Bde. commander, will host the event. A free lunch will be provided. RSVP by Jan. 8. For details or to RSVP, call (804) 7344367 or 734-4365.

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Learn Ancestry.com in Petersburg | Jan. 7, 14 Petersburg Public Library will offer free classes on how to use ancestry.com, the popular genealogy website, Jan. 7 and 14, 6:30-8:30 p.m., at 201 W. Washington St. No registration is required. The classes are available on a first-come, first-served basis. For details, email dalan@ppls.org or call (804) 451-3965.

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Winter Blues Jazz Fest | Jan. 14-17

Petersburg Library Alzheimer’s Talk | Jan. 12

A Winter Blues Jazz Festival is set for Jan. 14-17 primarily in the Merchant’s Square area of downtown Williamsburg. The event includes jazz entertainers performing in restaurants, art galleries, hotels and other venues. For details, visit www.winterbluesjazzfest. com or call (757) 592-4289.

A free program on Alzheimer’s disease and dementia is set for Jan. 12, 6:30-8 p.m., at Petersburg Library, 201 W. Washington St. Light refreshments will be served. For details, call (804) 733-2387.

CERT Course Enrollment | Jan. 7-30

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The National Park service has a free ongoing program – Every Kid in a Park – for children in the 4th grade to visit parks through August. This offer covers all the sites in the U.S. during the year. All children who are 10 years old or in the 4th grade are eligible. To receive the annual pass print a voucher at www.nps.gov/kids/index.cfm.

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Latin Ballet Performances | Jan. 8-10 The Latin Ballet of Virginia will present its 16th anniversary performance of “The Legend of the Poinsettia” Jan. 8-10, at The Cultural Arts Center at Glen Allen, 2880 Mountain Road. The story is based on the Mexican legend about a pure-hearted young girl who discovers the true spirit of giving. For details, visit www.latinballet.com.

American Legion International Dinner | Jan. 9 American Legion Post 284 of Colonial Heights will hold an International Dinner Jan. 9, 7 p.m. at 505 Springdale Ave. The event will feature select dishes prepared by American Legion members. Tickets are $10.95. For details, call (804) 835-3299 or email

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A 16th Ordnance Battalion volleyball team – “Manion’s Minions” – poses for a photo at MacLaughlin Fitness Center after winning a recreational volleyball tournament and receiving championship medallions. The two-week, single-elimination competition concluded Dec. 14, and six teams participated. In the final match, the undefeated Minions outgunned the 111th Quartermaster Company “Reapers,” 25-5 and 25-9. Team members pictured standing are Lt. Col. Susan Manion, 1st Lt. Juan Bonnet, William Kelly, Staff Sgt. Keymajor Saleapaga and 1st Lt. Angelo Uele; and kneeling are Delaina Bonnet, Sgt. 1st Class Samantha Luapepe and Talei Uele. Fort Lee’s annual intramural volleyball season is scheduled to start March 21. Teams interested in participating should contact the Family and MWR Sports Office at (804) 765-3896.

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