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For Advanced Culinary Skills Training Course students, it all comes down to one meal that demonstrates their new-found abilities in the art of ...

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LEADERS DISCUSS NEW MILITARY RETIREMENT PLANS Proposed changes include a 401 (k)-style investment option with matching funds and a mid-career continuity bonus

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BILOXI BLUES Post theater group production of Neil Simon play continues through Feb. 21; show open to public

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A WORTHY CELEBRATION Richmondâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Virginia War Memorial marks its 60th anniversary with commemorative event

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IN YOUR FACE Traveller spotlights ďŹ tness, ďŹ eld training, farewell activities in social media-focused photo feature

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COMMANDER’S CORNER | FIRE SAFETY

Fire safety vital topic year-round

Commanding General ........Maj. Gen. Darrell K. Williams Garrison Commander ....................... Col. Paul K. Brooks Public Affairs Officer............................. Stephen J. Baker Command Information/Managing Editor...Patrick Buffett Senior Writer/Special Assignments ......... T. Anthony Bell Production/News Assistant Editor.................. Amy Perry Family/Community Life Reporter .......... Lesley Maceyak Production Assistant .............................. Ray Kozakewicz To reach the Traveller Staff, call (804) 734-7147.

when leaving a room or going to bed. When cooking: • Keep an eye on what you fry; do not leave cooking areas unattended. • Stay alert; avoid cooking while intoxicated, extremely tired or distracted. • Keep things that can catch fire away from cooking area. Practice electrical safety:

• Only plug one heat-producing appliance (e.g. coffee maker, toaster, space heater) into a receptacle outlet at a time. • Major appliances (e.g. refrigerators, washers, stoves) should be plugged directly into a wall receptacle outlet. Extension cords and plug strips should not be used. • Use light bulbs that match the recommended wattage on the

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It’s recommended to check smoke alarms biannually and replace the battery – even if it still works – to ensure the detectors are fully functional year-round.

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the risk of fire. Community information meetings will be held for each on-post neighborhood over the course of the next month, starting with Madison Park at 5 p.m. Thursday at the Fort Lee Housing Welcome Center on Sisisky Boulevard. Garrison leaders, along with Fire and Emergency Services and family housing representatives, will have an open discussion with residents about the fires, safety and prevention. We also will address this issue at the next installation town hall, scheduled for 1 p.m. March 3 at the Lee Theater, and we encourage Fort Lee personnel and residents to attend. In the meantime, the following are a few things we can all do – both on and off post – to stop fires before they start. During colder months, take the following precautions with heating: • Keep anything that can burn at least three feet away from heating equipment, including fireplaces and portable space heaters. • Maintain a three-foot “kidfree zone” around open fires and space heaters. • Turn off portable heaters

Fort Lee Fire & Emergency Services responded to a house fire in the Madison Park neighborhood on post Saturday, extinguishing the flames before they could spread beyond a single floor. The affected residents, thankfully unharmed, are safe and receiving maximum assistance as we work to move them into new permanent housing as soon as possible. I commend our firefighters for their quick response, and the family members for evacuating the house in textbook fashion and immediately reporting the fire. Unfortunately, this is not the only incident we have experienced in recent history. Over the past year, our firefighters have responded to one other fire in post housing and at least nine separate incidents in post lodging facilities that involved actual or potential fires. None of these emergency responses involved fatalities, but the outcomes could have been much worse. While we are still investigating the cause of Saturday’s fire, we are reaching out to community members now to discuss our prevention efforts and what residents and personnel can do to help reduce

lamp or fixture. There should be a sticker that indicates the maximum wattage light bulb to use. • Don’t ignore electrical problems. Immediately contact a qualified electrician or your landlord (on Fort Lee, residents should contact the family housing service desk and hotel guests the front desk), if experiencing any of the following: frequent problems with blowing fuses or tripping circuit breakers, a tingling feeling when touching an electrical appliance, discolored or warm wall outlets, burning or rubbery smells coming from appliances, flickering or dimming lights, or sparks from an outlet. While these are very important tips, they only scratch the surface of fire prevention. I recommend you visit the National Fire Protection Association website at www.nfpa.org/education to access more complete information about fire prevention and safety. You also are welcome to contact our professional firefighters in the Fort Lee Fire Prevention Office at (804) 734-6597 to request free fire prevention training, arrange a fire drill, or simply get more information on what you can do to make your home, office or activity fire safe. The bottom line is fire prevention and preparedness starts with each of us as an individual, so let’s all do our part to keep Fort Lee safe.

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Marine Corps Sgt. Andrew Loper places venison portions on plates during the End-of-Course Meal of the Advanced Culinary Skills Training Course Feb. 11 at McLaughlin Hall. See Pages 10-11 for more photos and a story.

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Harassment focus of special EEO bulletin Amy Perry Production/News Assistant Editor

The Fort Lee Equal Employment Opportunity office recently released a special edition of its EEO news bulletin to focus on non-sexual harassment based on discrimination. In the document, the EEO team – led by Camille Harvey, EEO director – describes unlawful harassment, responsibilities of supervisors and management officials, responsibilities of employees, and how to report harassment. “At Fort Lee, the most common complaint issues are allegations of harassment (non-sexual) and hostile work environment,” said Harvey. “The causes of the feelings of being subjected to harassment and hostile work environment vary from case to

case. Allegations range from a breakdown in communication between coworkers to employees feeling their supervisors are doing things to make their environment hostile.” According to the bulletin, unlawful harassment includes, but is not limited to, unwelcome conduct, intimidation, ridicule, insult, offensive comments or jokes, or physical conduct based on race, color, religion, sex (whether or not of a sexual nature), national origin, age (over 40), disability, genetic information or reprisal when: • an employee’s acceptance or rejection of such conduct explicitly or implicitly forms the basis for a tangible employment action affecting the employee, or • the conduct is sufficiently severe or pervasive as to alter the

terms, conditions or privileges of the employee’s employment or otherwise create a hostile or abusive work environment. This type of harassment does not involve discrete personnel actions such as a denial of promotion. In Fort Lee Policy No. 1812, Policy Statement on the Equal Employment Opportunity Program, Col. Paul K. Brooks, garrison commander, takes a firm stand against harassment and discrimination in the workplace. The policy letter reads: “Harassment in the workplace will not be tolerated. Offensive conduct constitutes harassment if it alters the condition of employment either by culminating in a tangible employment action or by being sufficiently severe or pervasive to create a hostile work environment.”

Harvey said “allegations are taken very seriously by installation leaders” and reminded supervisors that it’s their job to ensure the workplace is free of harassment and discrimination. “It is the supervisor’s responsibility to address allegations of harassment/hostile work environment,” she said. “The EEO staff can assist supervisors with ways of addressing the concerns of their employees. If employees feel they are being harassed or subjected to a hostile work environment based on a discriminatory reason, they can file an EEO complaint.” It’s also important for the employee to inform the person responsible for the conduct that is unwelcome and offensive as the first step, according to the bulletin. If the harassment continues, employees should report it to their immediate supervisor, the harasser’s supervisor or other management within the chain of command. It also can be reported to the inspector general, EEO, union officials, the Civilian Personnel Advisory Center or chaplains.

A supervisor or management official who receives notice of an allegation or witnesses harassing conduct will immediately: • Make sure they conduct a prompt, thorough, impartial and appropriate inquiry even in the absence of a complaint • Contact the servicing EEO office, CPAC and legal office within one business day for consultation and guidance, as appropriate. • Document the efforts to promptly address and resolve the matters at issue. After consulting with the EEO, CPAC and legal offices, the supervisor or management official will promptly take appropriate corrective action. Harvey offered assurance to those who use EEO services. They should not be subjected to retaliation or reprisal – treating employees badly because they complained about discrimination on the job, filed a discrimination charge or complaint, or participated in any manner in an employment discrimination proceeding.

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Port O’ Call, a gourmet food truck, found its way to the PXtra Troop Store parking lot and is dishing out tasty Caribbean/ International meals. “Port O’ Call makes Caribbean food that is to die for and we are thrilled to have them on board,” said Sherry Pritchett, service business manager, Fort Lee Exchange. The food truck opened its windows for business earlier this month. Jameela Wilson, owner of Port O’ Call, started her

business two years ago. “We are excited to finally get on post and serve our authentic dishes to the people of Fort Lee,” she said. The hours of operation are Monday - Friday, 10:30 a.m. - 3:30 p.m., and weekends 11 a.m. – 5 p.m. A new menu is created daily from inspired cuisines around the world. One of the popular items on the menu, Peking pork tacos, was voted No. 1 favorite for “Meals on Wheels” by Richmond Magazine in 2015. The dish includes two flour

tortillas filled with deepfried pork with plum sauce and notched with scallions and cilantro. “Everybody loves our food so far, and they are coming back,” Wilson said. “You never know what we will be serving. It might be today’s Port O’ Call – Juno, Alaska! A plate of crispy Coho salmon with maitake mushrooms and buttery Yukon gold mashed potatoes … or “Today’s Port O’ Call – Kingston, Jamaica, which is jerk chicken with peas and rice with a side of fried sweet plantains.”

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(ABOVE) Port O’ Call vendors serve a Soldier Caribbean jerk chicken for lunch at the PXtra Troop store parking lot Friday. (LEFT) A menu board is placed outside the food truck everyday to display authentic specials that change daily.

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WASHINGTON – Upon taking office almost a year ago, Defense Secretary Ash Carter promised reforms, saying “a blended retirement system is a key step in modernizing the department’s ability to recruit, retain and maintain the talent we require of our future force.” An overhaul of the military retirement system is slated to take effect January 1, 2018. The new system has three elements: a 401(k)-style component with the Defense Department matching funds for entry-level and other service members; a mid-career continuity bonus; and a retirement annuity similar to the one in place for military personnel who complete 20 or more years of eligible service. DOD News spoke with Army Sgt. Maj. Mike Schultz while he was the senior enlisted advisor to the Assistant Secretary of Defense for Manpower and Reserve Affairs about the details of the new modernized retirement system. One key point, Schultz said, is that many of those now serving will have the choice to opt into the new blended retirement plan. Training the Force on Retirement Options The first critical step in the change, he said, is educating senior leaders about the program’s provisions. Those leaders will then ensure training takes place at the “camps, posts and stations” where service members work. Training tools now in the works will include online classes and benefits calculators for troops and their families, as well as classroom and distance learning, Schultz added. He said the “deliberate approach to educate the force” will be a key effort from now until rollout. Grandfathering and Opting In The sergeant major said the question he hears most often about blended retirement is: “What will it mean to me?” First, he said, all troops now serving are grandfathered and will be allowed to remain in the current system. Those who have served in uniform for fewer than 12 years as of December 31, 2017, will have a choice to stay in the current system or opt into the new retirement

plan, Schultz said, and those who enter service after the blended retirement rolls out will automatically be covered by the new modernized retirement system. Incentives, ‘Portability’ Built In The phase-in will, Schultz noted, keep faith with those who could retire under the current system and offer new options for what he termed a “portable” retirement benefit plan to those who will serve in the future. The aspects that make the plan “blended” are automatic and matching government contributions in the Thrift Savings Plan – similar to a 401(k) and transferable on leaving service, for those in the new retirement system, and retaining lifetime monthly retired pay for those who serve at least 20 years. The government will automatically contribute 1 percent of a member’s basic pay into his or her’s TSP account even if the member contributes nothing. After 24 months of service, the government will match member contributions, dollar-for-dollar, up to the first 3 percent the member contributes and 50 cents per dollar for the next 2 percent the member contributes. Thus, if a member contributes 5 percent into the TSP account, the government will contribute an additional 5 percent (1 percent automatic plus 4 percent matching), Schultz said. Members who serve at least 24 months and then separate will be able to keep the government contributions and transfer them to a new employer’s retirement plan. For service members who stay in the military for a full career of 20 years or more, the new plan continues to offer monthly retired pay similar to today’s system, although it will be computed based on a length-ofservice factor of 2 percent per year, instead of the 2.5 percent per year used in the current system. “A mid-career bonus is in addition to the TSP account and the 20-year annuity modeled on the current plan,” Schultz said. The DOD will pay a bonus of at least two and a half months’ basic pay (one-half month for reserve and National Guard members not serving in a full-time capacity) to those service members who have served 12 years and who agree to remain in uniform for four more years.

QM Instructor of Year Ceremony | Feb. 19 The Quartermaster School will hold its 2015 Instructor of the Year Awards program Feb. 19, 11:30 a.m., at the Lee Club, building 9009, A Avenue. The event will recognize the work and dedication of those who train in the Army’s next generation of sustainment Soldiers. For details, call Master Sgt. Kendra St. Helen at (804) 734-4191.

Federal Hiring Workshop | Feb. 29 A Federal Hiring Process Workshop is scheduled for Feb. 29, 9 a.m. - noon, at the Soldier Support Center, building 3400 (Room 124). Cortez Puryear, Department of Justice-Veteran Employment representative and recruiter, will be the guest facilitator at the free program. Participants will learn more about preparing resumes and the federal application screening process. For details, call (804) 734-6612.

TARP Training Schedule | March 16 Threat Awareness and Reporting Program briefings are set for March 16, 9 a.m. and 1 p.m., at the Lee Theater. The training is a mandatory annual requirement for military members, DOD employees and contractors with a security clearance. Additional briefings will be scheduled quarterly – May 11, Sept. 13 and Oct. 12. For details, call (804) 734-1569 or email charles.s.white8.civ@mail.mil.

Exchange Rewards of Caring Contest Four military family members in sixth - 12th grades have a chance to win a $5,000 scholarship in the Army and Air Force Exchange Rewards of Caring Essay Contest, co-sponsored by Unilever. To enter, students with a 2.5 or higher grade-point average should submit an essay in English of 500 words or less explaining their involvement in community service projects and the importance of his or her community. The deadline is March 3. The essays should be sent to AAFES Rewards of Caring Scholarship Contest, P.O. Box 7837, Melville, NY 11775-7837. No purchase is necessary. The winners will be notified on or about May 1. For details, call (336) 782-8806.

CWF Award Nominations Deadline | March 1 The Fort Lee Civilian Welfare Fund will present Outstanding Civilian Service Awards in the spring. The deadline to nominate an individual is March 1. The award recognizes civilians who display an exemplary work ethic and take the time to get involved in the community with volunteer service or other philanthropic efforts. For a nomination form and details, email caroline.williams@deca.mil.

Personnel Action Course | March 18 The Defense Military Pay Office will conduct Personnel Action Certification Overview training March 18, 8 a.m. - noon, at the Soldier Support Center. The course is a comprehensive series of training modules addressing the general pay processes essential for S1 personnel to successfully perform their skills as human resource and pay liaisons. Future course dates are April 15 and May 13. For registration, contact Nisha Dowdell at nisha.r.dowdell.civ@mail.mil.

Chesterﬁeld County Summer Internship Program for College Students Chesterfield County invites college students to apply for its 10-week summer internship program May 16 – July 22. The application deadline is Feb. 26. To be considered for the program, students must be enrolled as an undergraduate junior, senior or in a graduate program, and have a minimum grade point average of 2.8. For details, email sparkmanp@chesterfield.gov or call (804) 748-1551.

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Activities plentiful in Library Lovers Month Lesley Maceyak Family/Community Life Reporter

February is â&#x20AC;&#x153;Library Loversâ&#x20AC;? Month and the Fort Lee Community Library has a lot to share with its readers. The family and MWR facitity is available to anybody with a government issued ID. Hours of operation are Monday, Wednesday, Thursday and Friday, 8 a.m. - 7 p.m.; Tuesday 8 a.m. - 7. p.m.; and Saturday, noon - 5 p.m; it is closed on Sundays and all federal and training holidays. The library is located in building 12420, Army Logistics University. For more, call (804) 765-8095 or visit www.leemwr.com. Patrons can visit the li-

brary for special programs such as these: â&#x20AC;˘ Preschool Story Hour for newborns to 5-yearolds. Stories and fun every Wednesday, 10:30-11:30 a.m., preregistration is required. â&#x20AC;˘ Read 2 Rover every second Tuesday of the month, 5-6 p.m. Open to all ages. Reading with, or showing picture books to certified therapy dogs from Caring Canines. Preregistration is not required. Children, 15 and under, must be accompanied by a parent or guardian. â&#x20AC;˘ A special â&#x20AC;&#x153;Evening with an Authorâ&#x20AC;? event set for Feb 23, 5:30 p.m. It will feature local author, Lisa W. Baker and her book â&#x20AC;&#x153;Beautiful On The Inside.â&#x20AC;? The library is enriched

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Exchange offers rewards for top students Elizabeth Isakson Exchange Media Representative

For military students, making multiple moves with their active-duty parents is just a part of life. In fact, military children typically move six to nine times before theyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ve completed 12th grade, according to the Military Child Education Coalition. The Army and Air Force Exchange Service is rewarding young scholars who excel in the classroom with its You Made the Grade program, now in its 16th year. Students in first through 12th grades who maintain a B average or better are eligible to receive a coupon book filled with free offers and discounts from the Fort Lee Exchange. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Military students face greater challenges than their civilian counterparts, including coping with separation from deployed parents and switching schools during moves to new duty sta-

tions,â&#x20AC;? said Rita Inchaurregui-Powell, Fort Lee Exchange general manager. â&#x20AC;&#x153;These students deserve to be rewarded for their hard work, and for 16 years, the You Made the Grade program has been a favorite among military families.â&#x20AC;? The You Made the Grade booklet includes coupons for free food such as a Burrito Supreme or Taco Supreme from Taco Bell. Students who make the grade will also score Snack Avenue coupons for a free fountain drink, including the Yeti frozen carbonated beverage, and a complimentary hot dog or roller grill item. Other offers include discounts on backpacks, shoes and more. Offers are valid through July 30. The booklet also includes an entry form for the You Made the Grade semiannual sweepstakes. Scholars can enter to win Exchange gift cards worth $2,000, $1,500 or $500. Entries can be submitted twice a year, with

drawings typically held in June and December. The most recent sweepstakes winners were students from Wright-Patterson Air Force Base, Ohio; Camp Casey, South Korea; and Joint Base Andrews, Md. Students, including those who are home-schooled, can receive a You Made the Grade coupon booklet by presenting a valid military I.D. and proof of an overall B average at the Fort Lee Exchange customer service area. Eligible students can pick up one booklet for each qualifying report card. Students and guardians can check with the Exchange store manager for more information about the program. Students can send You Made the Grade sweepstakes entry forms, which are included in the coupon booklets, to: You Made the Grade PO Box 227398 Dallas, TX 75222-7398

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AMERICAâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;S MILITARY | SPOTLIGHT

63& .$</$ 6$17$1$ Unit: 111th Quartermaster Company, 11th Transportation Battalion MOS: 92M â&#x20AC;&#x201C; mortuary affairs specialist Age: 21 Time in Service: 31 months Hometown: Columbia, S.C. Family: married to a Soldier Background: Santana is a twin and has one older brother. She said she was raised by her father in a depressed socio-economic environment. She was familiar with the stigma, but vowed early on to overcome the odds. Pastimes: â&#x20AC;&#x153;I have a dog I take care of; I go to the gym; I do a lot of zumba; I read; and Iâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;m in school.â&#x20AC;? Personality strengths:â&#x20AC;&#x153;Iâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;m ambitious, humble and open-minded.â&#x20AC;? Personality weaknesses: â&#x20AC;&#x153;I procrastinate.â&#x20AC;? Pet peeve: â&#x20AC;&#x153;I donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t like it when people dip â&#x20AC;&#x201C; when they chew to-

bacco and spit in a bottle. Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s so disgusting.â&#x20AC;? The one person you most admire: â&#x20AC;&#x153;My NCO (Sgt. Raymond Fletcher). Heâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s smart and knowledgeable and he teaches me a lot.â&#x20AC;? One historical figure or celebrity you would like to meet: â&#x20AC;&#x153;Eminem (the rapper Marshal Mathers). He overcame a lot. He was a drug addict, went through rehab and now heâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s at the top. I admire that.â&#x20AC;? Biggest regret: â&#x20AC;&#x153;I donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t have any. I was listening to a song, and it said donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t regret anything because in the end, it made you who you are today. I believe that.â&#x20AC;? One defining moment or event: â&#x20AC;&#x153;I won an essay contest for my brigade (the 82nd Sustainment Brigade when it was her unitâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s higher headquarters). It was for the Army birthday celebration. Participants had to write about what

it means to be a Soldier, and I won. Iâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;m not a big talker so it explains to people why I do what I do. It gave me the opportunity to be more open about myself.â&#x20AC;? What you learned while deployed: â&#x20AC;&#x153;It taught me a lot. It showed me how important my job is, how to control my emotions and the importance of details. More importantly, it taught me honor and gave me an insight into what people actually go out there to do. Why you joined the Army: â&#x20AC;&#x153;Based on where I came from, I didnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t want to be that stereotype. They say if you grow up in the â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;hood,â&#x20AC;&#x2122; you have to act like youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re from the â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;hood.â&#x20AC;&#x2122; I was like, â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;Just because Iâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;m from this place, I donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t have to let it define me.â&#x20AC;&#x2122; In my eyes, I exceeded my own expectations and my dadâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s too. Heâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s proud.â&#x20AC;? What it means to serve your country: â&#x20AC;&#x153;Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s an honor, honestly. As

a Soldier, you have to deal with a lot. You have to deal with people who stomp on the flag. Without us, then what? You have the freedom to say whatever you want because of us.â&#x20AC;? Why you chose your MOS and what motivates you to do it: â&#x20AC;&#x153;I love science and anatomy, and I know if I perform my mission to the best of my abilities, Soldiers will go home with the respect they deserve.â&#x20AC;? Toughest part of your job: â&#x20AC;&#x153;The ceremonies â&#x20AC;&#x201C; when they transfer the remains. Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s emotionally overwhelming. During my first ceremony, I was balling.â&#x20AC;?

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Col. Jeffery Carter, 59th Ordnance Brigade commander, passes the 73rd Ord. Battalion colors to Lt. Col. Kenneth Sosa during a recent change of command ceremony at the Naval Explosive Ordnance Disposal School Range Complex, Eglin Air Force Base, Fla. Sosa replaced Lt. Col. Michael Patrick as the battalion commander. “It is truly a dream come true for (my spouse) and I to be back in Florida amongst so many friends,” said Sosa during remarks. “I’m both excited and honored to be a part of this incredible battalion.” The 73rd operates under the Army Ordnance School umbrella. In addition to EOD technicians, it trains and produces avionics, radio, radar and Patriot missile system repair Soldiers. Its training detachments are located at Eglin AFB, Fort Gordon, Ga., and Fort Sill, Okla.

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Members of Fort Lee Boy Scout Troop 912 build a miniature robot at the Virginia Air and Space Center in Hampton Feb. 5. The Scouts participated in an overnight Camp-in program that allowed them to explore museum exhibits and team up for various knowledge-building activities focused on science and technology. The youngsters also earned their robotics badge after building and programming small robots.

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(CLOCKWISE FROM FAR LEFT) Army Sgt. 1st Class William Harris – along with Navy Culinary Specialist 1st Class Vaughn Green and Air Force Staff Sgt. Jeremy Reynolds – garnishes a chocolate cake brownie dessert during the Advanced Culinary Skills Training Course’s End-of-Course Meal. He was one of 24 students who helped to prepare the meals for roughly 20 guests Feb. 11 at McLaughlin Hall. • Students serve guests in the dining room set up to resemble a fine dining establishment. • Air Force Staff Sgt. Katrina Perkowski, Marine Corps Gunnery Sgt. April Taylor and Army Staff Sgt. Anita Freeman await the go-ahead to deliver entrees. • Dessert dishes await delivery to the dining room.

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t could be described as the furthest thing from the typical military dining facility. The formal table settings, low lights, hushed voices and servers attired in chef’s jackets all contribute to the ambiance of a fine eatery – not a place where fighting men and women are offered meals and respite from the pressures of daily military life. It also could be described as a fine dining capstone for chefs who typically go on to

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become enlisted aides, those military members assigned to prepare meals for generals and admirals, diplomats and maybe even the president. It – the Advanced Culinary Skills Training End-of-Course Meal – is a rigorous culinary proving ground designed to test student skills through the preparation of a multicourse meal for roughly 20 diners in an elegant, restaurant-like setting. “This meal showcases the skills students have worked on for the past five weeks,” said Coast Guard Food Service Chief Jeremy Huftalen, a course instructor. “Many of them come to the course with a

significant amount of culinary skills, but we ask students to incorporate what they already know with the additional skills we teach them.” The ACSTC, taught by the Advanced Food Service Training Division of the Quartermaster School’s Joint Culinary Center of Excellence, helps students hone knifing skills, baking techniques, dessert preparation and buffet platter production. It also concentrates on menu development, purchasing techniques and table service among other aspects of food preparation and planning. Instructors and students represent all branches of the U.S. military.

Scheduled over two days, the ECM allows two kitchen labs consisting of 12 students each to alternately perform kitchen and serving duties. On Feb. 11, the last ECM meal took place; graduation was scheduled the next day. Guests included family members, government civilians and an Air Force brigadier general. They were met by the QM School and JCCoE leadership and escorted into the facility where servers met their acquaintance and learned of any specific nutritional or dietary concerns. After being served with beverages, the diners were seated and reminded of the

menu listings. It included a nine-course meal that included a main entrée of seared venison tenderloin with blackberry brandy compo and roasted fingerling potatoes. The dessert course featured deconstructed chocolate cake brownie with homemade caramel, brown and regular marshmallows and hazelnut brittle dust. The event is planned and organized with a sense of exquisiteness because that is the expectation in the world of military and diplomatic relations, said Huftalen. “What we try to do here is start from the top,” he said. “We go for the high end – tableside service and every course is

prepared in the back of the house and handdelivered by students. The atmosphere is extremely elegant and fairly stuffy, and we teach them to be as service-oriented as possible and to be attentive to our customer’s needs.” The pressure to fulfill the expectations of guests contributed to a rough night of sleeping prior to the ECM, said Marine Gunnery Sgt. April Taylor, a student who is also assigned to the JCCoE as a basic skills instructor. “I had a lot of dreams about what I had to do because I didn’t know what would happen,” she said. “My biggest fear was not get-

ting my products done on time or the customers not liking it.” None of her dreams came to fruition, she said. “I got it all out on time, and they said they loved it.” Each student is responsible for the preparation of a portion of the meal, said Huftalen. There are no idle bodies or time and the stress level is high to produce a top quality meal before deadline. “It is a lot of pressure,” said Staff Sgt. Maylin Matute, a Fort Riley, Kan., Soldier who completed kitchen duties the day prior. “You have to make sure you provide the best service possible and everything has to be on point.” When it all goes well – the service is prompt, the food is prepared properly and on time, and the customers are happy – it makes for a rewarding experience, added Matute. “That’s our ultimate purpose as chefs – that we provide the best service and make our diners happy,” she said. “That’s what fulfills us.” It may be personally satisfying for the students, said Huftalen, but there is more to the ACSTC than personal satisfaction. There are the advanced skills that could impact military and diplomatic relations, training that will enhance careers, and not least, knowledge and abilities that can be used to support dining facility operations. “That’s one of the best benefits of this course,” said Huftalen. “What you learn here can have a tremendous impact on the food served to our military members.” Roughly 10 iterations of ACSTC are scheduled yearly. The Advanced Culinary Skills Training Division also teaches a companion course – Enlisted Aide Training Course – that more specifically addresses the requirements of a general officer’s support staff.

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OFF DUTY IN THE COMMUNITY | VIRGINIA WAR MEMORIAL – A TRIBUTE

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The Virginia War Memorial has carried forward the stories of thousands of fallen military heroes for the past six decades. In recognition of the memorial’s diamond anniversary, a ceremony is set for Feb. 29, 5 p.m., at its downtown Richmond site situated on 4 acres along the James River at 621 South Belvidere St. “It’s been a real honor for me to be here and be a part of the large transformation of the memorial,” said Jon Hatfield, executive director of the VWM who also was its first employee in 1997. “The Commonwealth has a grand military heritage that is unmatched by any other state in the nation. Our country started here. Major battles of the Revolutionary War were fought here. We have had major battles of the Civil War fought here. Most recently, we have had Virginians die on Virginia soil as part of the war of terror when the Pentagon was attacked.” Hatfield said, “As we prepare to commemorate our anniversary, it’s also gratifying to see our visitation numbers continue to grow. We experienced a 4.25 percent increase in the number of guests over 2014, and by far the largest number of visitors in the memorial’s history.” More than 71,000 persons passed through the site last year. This compares to less than 10,000 visitors a dozen years ago. Since its dedication in 1956, the VWM has become more than a stone monument. It has successfully followed its mission to “Honor Veterans, Preserve History, Educate Youth and Instill Patriotism in All.” On Feb. 29, 1956, hundreds gathered on-site for the Commonwealth’s tribute to the over 9,000 Virginian servicemen and women who gave the ultimate sacrifice during World War II and the Korean War. Since then, the

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Galanti Education Center at the Virginia War Memorial as seen through the names of fallen military members engraved on the stone and glass walls of the Shine of Memory. The Shrine originally had the names of Virginians who died as a result of hostile action in World War II and Korea. An addition was dedicated in 1981 to honor those killed in the Vietnam War, and in 1996 the names of those killed in the Persian Gulf were added. There are nearly 12,000 names from WWII, Korea, Vietnam and the Persian Gulf War.

landmark has added the names of Virginians who died while serving in Vietnam, the Persian Gulf and the ongoing Global War on Terrorism. The honor roll now totals nearly 12,000. During the upcoming ceremony, the guest speaker will be William J. Howell, speaker of the Virginia House of Delegates. Other special guests are expected. The event will include a tribute to Frank D. Hargrove, who served over 28 years in the Virginia House of Delegates representing Hanover County and 13 years as chair of the memorial’s Board of Trustees. The memorial’s Grand Plaza will be officially named in honor of Hargrove. “I am proud of what we have accomplished at the memorial. We conduct over 50 educational programs a year to help pass forward to future generations the stories of our heroes,” said Hatfield. “These are statewide programs for our schools, teachers, Boy and Girl

Scouts, Junior ROTC and ROTC Units and other groups around the state.” The VWM also does patriotic programs every month. “We want our citizens and future leaders to understand the reason we have the country we have is because of the past heroes,” he noted. The memorial also is used by active military personnel for events such as homecomings, re-enlistments and promotions. “The names inscribed on the stone walls of the memorial are sons, fathers, daughters, mothers, friends and battle buddies,” he said. “They are fallen comrades and persons of honor. And they are heroes – every last one of them.” During the past 18 years, several educational programs, including the award-winning “Virginians at War” documentary videos for the classroom have been developed to honor veterans and instill patriotism. To accommodate education program growth, the memorial completed

The West Wall of the Pentagon exhibit at the Virginia War Memorial includes a piece of the wall from the crash site that was salvaged during the restoration of the Pentagon in the months following the attack. The exhibit honors and remembers those Americans – many of whom were Virginians – who perished during the attack.

60th Ceremony Feb. 29, 5 p.m., at 621 South Belvidere St. The public is invited to the free event. William J. Howell, speaker of the Virginia House of Delegates, will give remarks. The memorial’s Grand Plaza will be officially named for Frank D. Hargrove, former delegate who served 13 years as chair of the memorial’s board of trustees. For details, call (804) 786-2090. the 18,400-square foot Paul and Phyllis Galanti Education Center in September 2010. The VWM is preparing to build a $23 million expansion or Phase II of its master plan. It will expand the Shrine of Memory to house the Global War on Terrorism Memorial increase parking in a deck, and enlarge exhibit and education spaces. Construction will begin in the summer and the opening of the new wing is expected in late 2017. “We have outgrown our current space to fully present our programs, exhibits and special programs,” he said. “We will have another 20,000- feet in program

space. All programs will continue during construction and alternate parking will be available. A Virginia National Guard Museum is in the planning stages, he said. The memorial offers an array of historic and military exhibits for visitors. These include two special exhibits – the Pearl Harbor exhibit and the West Wall of the Pentagon display. “There is only one piece of the USS Arizona on display in Virginia. It’s here. And there are only a few pieces of the Pentagon wall not at the Pentagon and one of them is here,” said Hatfield. “You teach through unique SEE VWM, PAGE 17

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The Ordnance Department designed this armored vehicle to replace the M10 tank destroyer. It was manufactured by the Buick Division of General Motors, beginning in 1943. Popularly known as the Hellcat, the M18 was lighter, faster and carried a much more powerful gun than the M10. It was generally considered to be the fastest tracked combat vehicle in use during World War II. Although the M18 was highly regarded by anti-tank units in the European Theater of Operations, its mission gradually changed from tank destroyer to assault gun and self-propelled artillery weapon. After the war, the M18 also was sold to various allied nations and remained in active service until the 1960s. Both sides of the vehicle bear the motto “Fearless Felix” and a remarkably accurate drawing of the famous feline. It is part of the collection at the Ordnance Training and Heritage Center here.

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Colonial Height’s American Legion Post 284 is celebrating its 70th year of serving the local community and the greater Tri-Cities area. The Southern Virginia American Legion Riders from Post 284 in Colonial Heights, dedicated and presented to Post 284 a monument on Feb. 13 depicting boots and a helmet on an inverted rifle, the traditional memorial to honor fallen comrades on the battlefield. Post 284 Commander Bob Shumar, on right, accepts the monument on behalf of the post. He thanks past SVALR Director Adrian “Skip” Klass for his leadership, vision and energy in bringing the monument from an idea to reality.

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Fifty Soldiers from Uniform Company, 262nd Quartermaster Battalion, 23rd QM Brigade, provide volunteer support at the SuperFit Nationals CrossFit competition in Richmond Feb. 7. The Soldiers assisted with moving weights and gym equipment during the daylong competition that supported multiple CrossFit gyms from across the state.

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Fort Lee community members pose for a photo after a recent 40-hour Unit Field Sanitation Team training session led by Kenner Army Health Clinic’s Environmental Health Department. Units across post sent 42 representatives to learn how to use individual preventive measures to reduce the negative impact of unsanitary field and training conditions that can result in illness and diseases. Topics covered throughout the week included pest management, food and water sanitation, and cold and hot weather injury prevention, among other topics. The next class is scheduled for May 2-6. For additional information or to register for the next class, contact Sgt. Tierney Brown at (804) 734-9491.

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(ABOVE) Soldiers from Victor Company, 262nd Quartermaster Battalion, show off their company pride before the 23rd QM Brigade Ready and Resilient Run Feb. 11. The brigade hosted the run to boost morale and provide an opportunity for Soldiers to learn about resiliency before the holiday weekend. (RIGHT) Dr. Brad Edwards, a tenured professor from the University of South Carolina, gives 392nd Army Band members special training on improving rehearsals and practice sessions during his visit Feb. 1-3. Edwards – a well-known brass instructor – wrote a book series the band uses and was able to give the military musicians– especially those in the brass section – helpful tips to improve their playing abilities.

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Newly promoted 1st Sgt. Raymond Richardson speaks to attendees of his lateral promotion ceremony Feb. 4 in the 832nd Ordnance Battalion classroom. Richardson serves as the first sergeant for Headquarters and Headquarters Company, 59th Ord. Brigade.

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EVENTS Troops to Teachers Brief | Feb. 19 A Troops to Teachers briefing is scheduled for Feb. 19, 10 a.m., at the Army Education Center, 700 Quarters Road, building 12400. The free program provides information and referral services to participants interested in a second career in public education. Topics covered include teacher certification requirements, employment opportunities and more. Some Troops to Teachers graduates may be eligible for a $10,000 bonus when filling positions at certain schools. For details, call (804) 765-3570.

Liberty Chapel BHM Performance | Feb. 28 A free Black History Month program titled “Men and Women of Greatness – Africa to America” will be presented Feb. 28, 11 a.m., at Liberty Chapel on Mahone Avenue. The production will recognize African kings and queens, slaves, civil rights, champions and today’s youth. The production is open to the community. For details, call (804) 734-7322.

Lee Theater Group Audition | Feb. 29 The Theater Company at Fort Lee will hold auditions for “Once Upon A Mattress,” Feb. 29 and March 1, 7 p.m., at the Lee

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Theater, building 4300, Mahone Avenue. Director Tony Sharpenstein seeks 15 women and 15 men, ages 18 -70. Those auditioning should be prepared to sing at least 16 bars. Bring sheet music in the correct key (accompanist provided) and come dressed for movement. Readings will be from the script. Rehearsals will begin immediately after casting for a May 6 -22 production run. No performers are paid. For details, call (804) 734-6629.

AER Campaign Kickoff/Town Hall | March 3 An Installation Town Hall and the Army Emergency Relief Campaign Kickoff Event will be held March 3, 1 p.m., at the Lee Theater. Senior leaders and staffers will share information on important topics like military retirement and juvenile misconduct on post – and the first contributions of the 2016 AER Campaign will be made. Maj. Gen. Darrell K. Williams, CASCOM and Fort Lee commanding general, also will give remarks. The information session is open to all post employees and family members. Last year, AER provided emergency financial assistance to 743 military ID cardholders at Fort Lee. The campaign will continue through May 15.

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TRADOC CSM Virtual Town Hall | March 3 Command Sgt. Maj. David Davenport, TRADOC CSM, will hold a virtual State of NCO Development Town Hall March 3, 5-7 p.m. The session will focus on career development. To participate, visit www.tradoc. army.mil/watch.

FMWR Easter Brunch | March 27 The Lee Club will host its annual Easter Brunch and Egg Hunt March 27, 1 p.m. Reservations are required by March 23 but people should reserve their seats early. The cost is only $24.95 per adult, $12.95 per child, ages 3-10; and free for kids 2 and under. The brunch will feature chicken piccatta, top round roast beef, mahi mahi, red skin mashed potatoes, custom Belgium waffles, gourmet desserts and more. The Easter Egg Hunt on the Lee Club lawn is for children 10 and under. For details, call (804) 734-7547 or 734-7541.

ACS Military Saves Week Activities | Feb. 22-26 The Army Community Service Financial Readiness Program will host Military Saves Week Feb. 22-27. A kickoff event Feb. 22, 11 a.m. - 1 p.m., at the Main PX will feature information from financial representatives. Participants also can take a Saver Pledge. The ACS table with financial information and more will be at the PX on Feb. 24 and 26, 11 a.m. - 1 p.m. The week will wrap up with a free “Start Small, Think Big” Financial Symposium Feb. 25, 9 a.m. - 4 p.m., in building 5218, A Avenue. ACS Financial Readiness Program staff members and a group of community partners will hold seminars throughout the day. For additional details, call (804) 7346388 or visit www.militarysaves.org.

Stress/Anger Management Sessions | 1st/3rd Tuesdays An Anger Management session is offered the first Tuesday of each month, noon - 1 p.m. The next date is March 1. A Stress Management class will be held the third Tuesday of every month, noon - 1 p.m. The next date is March 15. Both free classes will be held at Army Community Service, 1231 Mahone Ave. For registration and details, call (804) 734-6381.

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Battle of Crater Walking Tour | Feb. 21 Petersburg National Battlefield will provide a ranger-guided walking tour highlighting the role of United States Colored Troop regiments at the Battle of Crater, Feb. 21, 2 p.m., at the Eastern Front Unit, 5001 Siege Road. While the program is free, the fee to enter the park is $5 per vehicle. For details, call (804) 732-3531 ext. 222 or email emmanuel_dabney@nps.gov.

Community members are invited to a free workshop that will offer tips on how to gain control of financial situations Feb. 23, 10 a.m. – noon, at the Chesterfield County Office of Virginia Cooperative Extension, 6807 Mimms Loop. The workshop is in conjunction with American Saves Week. Preregistration is encouraged. For details, call (804) 751-4401 or email licole2@vt.edu.

A free healthy workout class is held every Wednesday, 6-7 p.m., at the Petersburg Public Library, 201 West Washington St. The next date is Feb. 24. The program combines Plyometrics, Qi Gong, yoga, kick boxing and calisthenics. It is designed for adults who want a mix of exercise disciplines, and is appropriate for beginners, as well as for individuals who already have regular workout regimens.

Origins of American Comics | Feb. 27 Comic book historian Christopher Irving will perform a reading of his book

Community members are invited to an interactive discussion about Vietnamese cooking with Thu Le Pham Feb. 25, 1:30 p.m., at Chesterfield Senior Center, 4000 Stignall Drive. The 1-hour class is free. Registration is required. For details, call (804) 748-1623.

Library Hip Hop in Chester | Feb. 27 Children will learn basic library skills and the importance of reading through

of interviews with comic book creators Feb. 27, 10:30-11:30 a.m., at Central Library, 9501 Lori Road, Chesterfield. The presentation will include “Captain America,” “Spider-Man,” “Batman: The Dark Knight Returns,” “Batman” and others. The free program is recommended for all ages. Registration is required. For details, call (804) 748-1603 or 7481774.

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