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CHAPLAIN’S CORNER | ARMY TRAINING

Opportunities abundant in military training, life hearts. We know, though, when they leave here and report to their duty station, their Outlook calendars and email inboxes will be regularly peppered with annual training requirements, LPDs, and O/NCOPDs. In 2002, a U.S. Army War College study reported, “company commanders somehow have to fit 297 days of mandatory requirements into 256 available training days.” We are inundated and overwhelmed by these demands, and – if you are like me – often find it difficult to fit MOS responsibilities into the week.

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Similar to private sector 401(k) accounts, the Thrift Savings Plan is a defined-contribution investment tool that provides uniformed service members and federal employees the opportunity to save for additional retirement security. To sign up for the TSP or increase contributions, log into myPay. The TSP has two options for contributing to an account: traditional and Roth. With traditional contributions, people pay

no taxes on the money saved when it goes into a TSP account. This reduces one’s taxable income while contributing, but it is subject to taxes on what you save and any earnings when taken out in the future. Roth is different. “Roth” means the contributor will pay taxes on the money saved before it goes into a TSP account. If you select this option, more money will come out of the paycheck up front, but Roth has a huge benefit. Since taxes have already been paid on what was contributed, it will be tax-free when taken out. And any Roth earnings

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are also tax-free if certain IRS conditions are met. Roth earnings are paid tax-free if account holders have reached age 59½ or have a permanent disability and five years have passed since January 1 of the year of the first Roth contribution. Here’s what that can mean for uniformed services members: Any combat zone pay received is always tax-free. If contributed to a Roth option, it can be tax-free as well. On the other hand, if combat zone pay is contributed to the traditional option, the IRS will still tax these earnings. There’s something else to consider. Think about the current tax rate and compare it to what the expected tax rate will be when the savings will be needed. For example, you may be in the early stages

The Fort Lee “Traveller” is printed by offset process every Thursday as a civilian enterprise in the interest of personnel at the U.S. Army Combined Arms Support Command and Fort Lee, Va. 23801, by Military Newspapers of Virginia, 114 Charlotte Avenue Suite A, Colonial Heights, Va. 23834, in accordance with Department of the Army Regulations 210-20 and 360-1. This publication receives armed forces material and civilian newspapers are authorized to reprint such material without specific clearance except material specifically designated as copyrighted. Liaison between the printer and the commanding general, Fort Lee, is maintained by the Public Affairs Office, Fort Lee. Circulation: 13,000. This Civilian Enterprise newspaper is an authorized publication. Contents of the “Traveller” are not necessarily the official view of, nor endorsed by, the U.S. Army Combined Arms Support Command and Fort Lee. Advertising in this publication including inserts or supplements does not constitute endorsement by the Department of the Army or Military Newspapers of Virginia. Everything advertised in this publication shall be made available for purchase, use or patronage without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital status, physical handicap, political affiliation, or any other non merit factor. If a violation or rejection of this equal opportunity policy by an advertiser is confirmed, the printer shall refuse to print advertising from that source until violation is corrected. The “Traveller” is an unofficial publication authorized by AR 360-1, and printed by the Military Newspapers of Virginia, a private firm in no way connected with the U. S. Army Combined Arms Support Command or Fort Lee. The editorial content is prepared, edited and provided by the Public Affairs Office of Headquarters, U. S. Army Garrison, Fort Lee.

ing is a chance to learn and lead. What opportunity resides in the thing you have to do is up to you. Maybe it is an opportunity to learn something about your leadership style or personality. Maybe it is an opportunity to make a new connection. Maybe you’ll see something from a different perspective. Whatever the opportunity is that you identify, it will always have one thing in common – growth. If you choose to see opportunity in that LPD you “must” attend next week rather than interruption and annoyance, you will grow as a leader, Soldier and person. And that, my friends, is what “Aaaarrrrrrrrrmy Training” is really about! What will you choose to see in that next event you “must” attend? Disruption or opportunity?

of your career and expect to earn more as you advance. You might think tax rates will go up. Or, since any future income one receives from a military pension is generally taxable, you may want tax-free TSP income in retirement. Any of these could mean Roth is right for you. Think Roth is right for you? Sign up for Roth TSP by logging into myPay. Click “Traditional TSP and Roth TSP” from the main menu, and then scroll to “Contribution from Roth TSP.” Decide how much pay to save (7 percent, for example). Then click “Save” at the bottom of the screen. For more information about the Roth option, watch “Is Roth Right for Me? (Uniformed Services)” at youtube. com/tsp4gov.

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“Where … have you been soldier?” “Training, sir.” “What kind of training?” “Aaarrrrrrrrmy training, sir.” That was the memorable exchange between General Barnicke (played by Robert Wilke) and John Winger (played by Bill Murray) in the 1981 movie, “Stripes.” The dialogue took place after Pvt. Winger “marched” his rag tag platoon onto the field prior to

executing their drill and ceremony for basic training graduation. That moment alone made the movie a cult favorite for many in the Army, and Winger’s famous retort is sure to be heard every time our battalion engages in training. We are constantly in the professional development mode. As an advanced individual training battalion, it is the core of our mission. Many of the young men and women coming through the schoolhouse naively think after they graduate AIT, their training is complete. God bless their little

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In complete authenticity, I often find myself grumbling aloud when these events intrude upon my battle rhythm. However, as an Army officer, I know there are things I just have to do. There are reports, briefings and meetings that are just part of the job. So, rather than try to avoid those things or be upset by them, today I choose to react differently. I changed my mindset by following two simple steps. One – accept it. Most of these requirements and demands for our time come from ranks far above us, most of which are not even on Fort Lee. Although I am not a big fan of the Army phrase; in this case, accept that “it is what it is.” Two – Choose to see them as opportunities. Each and every training event, meeting and brief-

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Soldiers assigned to Uniform Company, 262nd Quartermaster Battalion, led by instructor Staff Sgt. Christopher Shanks, (left), steady a twin agent unit toward the fire pit during training for the QM School’s Petroleum Supply Specialist Course April 28. See photos on Page 11.

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Survivor cites acts of courage by family during Holocaust Ray Kozakewicz Production Assistant

“The single most unbelievable event of the 20th century is the Holocaust,” said Alex Keisch, a survivor of the genocide during his talk at the Fort Lee Holocaust Remembrance Day observance in the Lee Theater Tuesday. Keisch, the son of Jewish partisans (freedom fighters), was born in the waning days of World War II on the site of the Nazi work camp Plaszov in Poland. He was the featured speaker at the Army Logistics University-sponsored observance. The theme was “Learning from the Holocaust: Acts of Courage.” Jay Ipson, a Holocaust survivor and co-founder of the Virginia Holocaust Museum, was an honorary guest. He led a candle lighting ceremony. Lt. Col Robert Mann, 71st Transportation Battalion com-

mander, welcomed the estimated 250 audience members. “As we listen to our speakers, see the videos and review the documents displayed here, try to reflect on the struggles and hardships they endured,” Mann said. “It is easy to see the inhumanity of the Holocaust but as you reflect on the atrocities, also remember the courage and stories of survival from thousands who were able to overcome these hardships.” Keisch noted, “It was the greatest wanton murder of people in the history of mankind. One Holocaust Survivor has said,‘dying was easy. Surviving was the hard part.’ Living for so many was an act of courage.” During his remarks, he used humor, heart-warming descriptions and hard facts filtered through his personal perspective of the Holocaust. His vivid talk was aided by slides detailing a visual timeline

of his family’s personal experiences as they witnessed atrocious events until their escape. Keisch is a former captain in the Merchant Marines and commanded 10 ships during his career. He recounted stories about the many Jews who performed acts of courage in the Holocaust including his father. “He was a big, strong Polish peasant from a large, poor family. They needed to have a big family on a farm to stay alive and everybody had to pitch in.” When the Nazi regime took control of Poland in 1939, he said, Jews were required to wear a Star of David arm band to identify themselves as Jews. “My father never wore a star – he absolutely refused to wear a star.” Keisch said, “As a Jew, the Nazis had a special title for us – ‘Life that’s not worthy of living.’” Jews could not walk on side-

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Alex Keisch, a Holocaust survivor, receives a gift of appreciation from Michael Williams, president of the Army Logistics University, and Command Sgt. Maj. Anthony A. Traylor, Logistics Noncommissioned Officer Academy commandant, ALU, during the Fort Lee Holocaust Remembrance Observance at the Lee Theater Tuesday.

walks but only in the streets. “Many Jews said ‘don’t ask questions. It’s a storm. All storms pass.’” Polish Jews lived under horrible conditions, widespread anti-Semitism and with little food. His father did not believe it was a temporary situation, Keisch noted. His father and mother met in the woods in Poland where he was a partisan who along with other Jews fought German soldiers.

“There were some 20,000-30,000 partisans fighting Germans. Many were city dwellers.” He called his father “a man who had the ultimate courage.” He had 13 brothers and sisters, and his mother had one brother. “All 14 of my aunts and uncles, all my cousins, all my distant cousins, all grandparents – every last one of SEE HOLOCAUST, PAGE 16

UHWHQWLRQ XSGDWH (LEFT) Sgt. 1st Class Charles Kouri, a member of the Mobile Retention Training Team from the U.S. Army Retention and Recruiting School at Fort Knox, Ky., talks to a class of retention noncommissioned officers during training April 28 at the Ordnance Resilience Center on the Ord. Campus. The training was to keep unit retention NCOs abreast of changes and initiatives in the career field. (BELOW) Sgt. Kenyata Coleman, Medical Department Activity, listens during the instruction. More than 70 Soldiers attended the weeklong learning event .

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Women’s Health Week | May 8-14 Kenner Army Health Clinic will promote Women’s Health Week with an informational display May 9-13, 10 a.m. - noon, in the pharmacy lobby. The weeklong observance is connected to Mother’s Day and advocates preventive screenings connected to remain healthy and active. For details, call (804) 734-9086.

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Brig. Gen. Kurt J. Ryan, Chief of Ordnance and Ordnance School commandant, and Command Sgt. Maj. Edward C. Morris, Ordnance Corps Regimental CSM present a wreath at President James Monroe’s burial site April 28 at Hollywood Cemetery in Richmond. To pay homage to the nation’s leaders, ceremonies like this are held annually at the gravesites of each of the former presidents on their birthday.

Nation’s 5th president honored with ceremony Combined Arms Support Command personnel paid tribute to President James Monroe, the nation’s 5th president, during a wreath-laying ceremony at Hollywood Cemetery in Richmond April 28. Monroe descendants along with state and local dignitaries, were in attendance and listened as Brig. Gen. Kurt J. Ryan, Chief of Ordnance and Ordnance School commandant, delivered remarks on behalf of President Barrack Obama. “It is my distinct honor today to represent the president of the United States by laying a wreath at the tomb of this remarkable patriot,” Ryan said. “He devoted his life to the early development of our nation, and helped us all in immeasurable ways secure the blessings of liberty that we all hold dear.” Some of Monroe’s many accomplishments included being elected governor of Virginia twice; serving as U.S. minister to France, England and Spain; simultaneously holding the roles of secretary of state and secretary of war during the War of 1812; serving in the Virginia House of Delegates; and elected to two terms as president of the United States. Monroe fought in the American Revolutionary War, where he was injured with a musket ball to his shoulder during

the Battle of Trenton. He studied law under Thomas Jefferson, was responsible for the Louisiana Purchase and the treaty for the acquisition of Florida from Spain. In 1823, he announced the U.S. opposition to any European intervention with the Monroe Doctrine, which became a landmark in American foreign policy. This year marks the 258th anniversary of Monroe’s birthday. To pay homage to the nation’s leaders, wreath laying ceremonies are held annually at the gravesite of each of the former presidents on their birthday. He was born in Westmoreland County. In Ryan’s closing remarks, he asked the audience to ponder a couple of questions. “What if 17 year-old James Monroe, student-turned-Soldier, had instead chosen to sit and watch the revolution from the comfort of William and Mary (University)?” “How did Lt. Monroe’s experience at Trenton shape his thoughts about democracy, common defense and securing of liberties for all Americans?” Ryan asked. “These are but a few of many questions we should contemplate knowing that James Monroe truly changed the fabric of a fledgling democracy.” – CASCOM Public Affairs

CASCOM and the U.S. Army Women’s Museum will unveil a Virginia Historical Marker to commemorate the Camp Lee Women’s Army Corps Training Center May 26, 2 p.m., at the CASCOM Headquarters Plaza. The marker will be placed on Route 36 near the Lee Gate. The event is open to the public with a special invitation to men and women who served at the installation in the 1940s and 1950s. For details, call (804) 734-4327 or visit www.awm.lee.army.mil.

Delayed Post Pool Opening | July 2 Due to unexpected construction delays to make it a year-round facility, Battle Drive Pool will not open until July 2. Fort Lee is working with area pools in an attempt to negotiate discounted pricing for FMWR patrons in the interim. Updated information will be posted on www.leemwr.com and in the Traveller. The BDP management apologizes for any inconvenience this may cause. For details, contact Diana Martinez at (804) 734-6198.

PMO Addresses Speeding Issue on Hickory Hill Road The Provost Marshal Office reminds Fort Lee drivers using the Mahone Avenue Gate – entering or leaving post – the speed limit is 25 mph throughout the residential area neighboring the installation. The outbound speed limit does not increase until the 35 mph road sign well past the housing area. Many elderly residents living nearby have reported to PMO and City of Petersburg officials that drivers frequently are not observing the posted speed limit.

ACS Sponsorship Competition Returns The Fort Lee Sponsorship competition will resume July 1. Army Community Service Relocation Readiness Program will award a quarterly trophy to a small unit, agency or organization with 1-100 personnel, a medium unit, agency or organization with 101-200 personnel, and a large unit, agency or organization with 201 or more personnel. To enter, log on to the My Training Hub at https://myhub. militaryonesource.mil. For details, call (804) 734-6762 or email rrp@leemwr.com.

Kenner Summer Safety Stand-Down | May 12 Kenner Army Health Clinic will curtail services to allow staff to participate in the clinic’s summer safety stand-down day May 12, 1-4 p.m. The clinic will re-open in the late afternoon for pharmacy services. Patients with routine needs should contact the clinic before or after the closure. To reach the on-call provider when the clinic is closed, contact the administrative officer of the day at (804) 734-9000.

Mandatory TARP Training | May 11 Threat Awareness and Reporting Program briefings are set for May 11, Sept. 13 and Oct. 12, 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. For details, call (804) 734-1569.

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Col. Andrew Glass, chief judge of the U.S. Army First Judicial Circuit, headquartered at Fort Lee, briefs local military and civilian lawyers on the history of military justice and the proposed changes to the Uniformed Code of Military Justice during a training session Friday at the Larkin Conference Center. The Fort Lee legal office coordinated a daylong training event that provided continuing legal credits, which is a requirement for lawyers to retain their licenses to practice law.

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Members of the greater Defense Contract Management Agency family observe a military working dog demonstration executed by the Fort Lee Military Working Dog team outside the DCMA headquarters building here April 28. The performance was in support of the agencyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Take Our Daughters and Sons to Work Day celebration. More than 75 children attended the event, which featured an array of science, technology, engineering and mathematics-related activities.

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The Defense Contract Management Agency’s Equal Employment Opportunity office hosted a Sexual Assault Awareness and Prevention Month 5K walk here April 27. Linda Galimore, the agency’s EEO director, said the event capped a monthlong sexual assault awareness campaign designed to increase knowledge and understanding, to communicate prevention and intervention efforts, and to inform agency team members of newly developed organizational training. “Sexual violence can impact anyone. It could impact a friend, a family member, a co-worker – male, female – it does not matter,” Galimore said. “Sexual

violence is something that needs to be brought to the forefront so people truly understand what their rights are and what options are available to support them.” This year’s collective effort was spurred by the agency’s senior leaders after a 2015 Defense Equal Opportunity Climate Survey revealed that many DCMA team members were unsure on how to identify sexual assault, and many did not know what to do if it did occur. “This has been a yearlong journey,” said Air Force Lt. Gen. Wendy Masiello, DCMA director. “We first realized as an agency we weren’t prepared for this particular responsibility in last year’s climate survey. We are starting to push those climate surveys out again, and this year, I want you all to know, things are

getting done.” Masiello praised the efforts of the EEO sexual assault program organizers for their development of a new comprehensive training program. “When I look at training, I want something that will provide me with tools on how to deal with the problem,” she said. “How can I prevent it before it becomes an issue? The training you are going to see provides you with tools to do just that, and that is when we win. If we can prevent it in the very beginning, then we won’t face the consequences, because those are heart-wrenching. I have seen and spoken with people who have gone through the most horrific experiences, and I have zero tolerance when it comes to sexual assault.” Galimore, in turn, championed those team members who completed the survey that provided invaluable insight. She also praised leadership’s decisive commitment to improvement. She said due to last year’s

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Defense Contract Management Agency employees participate in a Sexual Assault Awareness and Prevention Month 5K walk at the agency’s Fort Lee headquarters April 27.

survey, the senior leadership team created a full-time position within EEO whose responsibilities will solely focus on sexual assault and prevention. “A main emphasis of the position is to reinforce prevention and intervention efforts as they travel throughout the agency to conduct training,” Galimore said. “We want to ensure every single person in this organization will know what to do if they experience, witness or identify

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They will be located in the covered area between the Exchange and Commissary. “This event is all about safety awareness,” said Hinnant. “Safety is a mindset. The goal is to change the lifestyle of as many people as we can touch so they are aware their actions have consequences. We want them to think about whether something is safe or not before they ever perform an action.” There also will be child seat inspections at the event from 10 a.m.-2 p.m., according to Hinnant. Members of the Southeast Virginia Safe Kids coalition will be manning 4-5 lanes for seat checks that could take up to 30 minutes for each vehicle. “Last year, we did more than 90 child seat checks,” he said. “From those, only seven didn’t have an issue such as the proper size, positioning within the vehicle or if the belt is routed correctly.” Annually, Safety Day is held to help people bring safety to the forefront of their minds, Hinnant said. “It’s an entire lifestyle change – safety isn’t just something to worry about at work. With the increase in travel and outdoor activities during the summer – like grilling or swimming – it’s important to refocus on safety,” he said. – Staff Reports

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Khalida Willoughby, Health Promotion Operations Office; Master Sgt. Glenore ReidSwaby and Lt. Col. Melissa Squizzero-Lee, Fort Lee Ready and Resilient Campaign Office; and Claire Dermer, Health Promotion Operations Office; often collaborate during efforts to increase awareness of the many health and wellness programs and services available to the community members.

CASCOM team works to promote health programs T. Anthony Bell Senior Writer/Special Projects

Obtaining health and wellness information from commercial providers these days comes at a premium. It is true the Internet is a valuable resource, but finding the right information can sometimes be time-consuming. Fortunately, there’s a resource here that might be described as a one-stop portal for a wide a variety of health and wellness needs. And it’s free to the consumer. CASCOM’s Health Promotions Operations Office is a sort of clearinghouse that provides community members ac-

cess to a plethora of instruction, services and programs available on the installation under the umbrella of the Army’s Ready and Resilient program. Khalida Willoughby, health promotions program assistant, said the team primarily works to support the senior commander’s strategy to develop a healthy and resilient populace that includes military members, civilian employees and family members. “We ensure all of their health, wellness, resiliency and holistic health needs are met by providing input and guidance to the senior commander in terms of what they need to improve their quality of

life,” she said. Maj. Gen. Darrell K. Williams, CASCOM and Fort Lee commanding general, heads the Community Health Promotion Council charged with bringing together military and civilian leaders as well as health and wellness managers and service providers to discuss efforts, address con-

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cerns and share practices while also maintaining surveillance of high-risk behaviors and trends, said Claire Dermer, the office’s health promotions officer. In addition to the council, a number of working groups function to identify issues important to community, council members and higher headquarters, and

they make recommendations on courses of action. In the conduct of their responsibilities, the office and its installation Ready and Resilient Campaign counterparts provide information briefings upon request, participate in working groups and attend a myriad of brigade-level health and wellness meetings. Dermer said it is SEE HEALTH, PAGE 16

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Post to honor fallen ACS returns to normal business military, families Lesley Maceyak

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The Army Community Service, Survivor Outreach program will host a butterfly release May 26, 10 a.m. in the Memory Garden adjacent to ACS. The event honors and remembers the fallen. The vision of SOS is to educate the families and to honor and remember the sacrifices of the fallen and their families. The first to release a butterfly this year will be a parent, who is A Gold Star family member. A Gold Star member is a family member who has lost a loved one while serving on active duty. “This is a very personal event for families,” said Angela Bellamy, survivor outreach service program coordinator. “We

have 60 butterflies coming this year. Last year, every one of our surviving family members was able to release a butterfly.” Fort Lee Survivor Outreach Services started this program four years ago. “It is a beautiful sign in life of honoring and remembering,” said Bellamy. “We will read a poem out loud for the fallen service member saying we are always here. Then, we release the butterflies in their memory.”

Three hundred moving bins and four weeks later – the resilient Army Community Service team is back into the swing-of-things in the newly carpeted ACS building. During the move, two ACS services have switched places. Army Emergency Relief is now at the Soldier Support Center in Room 102. The new digs will give Soldiers a one-stop shop with neighboring providers such as DFAS, Housing and other support services. The volunteer coordinator was in the SSO building and has moved to ACS, building 9023. “This move was a humbling experience for the staff,” said Stephanie Parker, ACS director. “We were without our luxuries; we missed having our nice office spaces. Some of the team members were sharing a space with

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Debra Andrews, program support assistant, Army Community Service gives information to Sgt. 1st Class Francisco Castillo in the newly carpeted ACS building.

two or three others. “I want to thank the entire installation,” she continued. “I didn’t realize how many partners had to support us – from Directorate Public Works to the S-6 office staff … they jumped through hoops when the contractor asked us to leave the building. We literally had to

grab everything within hours so we could keep ACS running. Everyone rallied around us and made sure we didn’t miss a beat. We didn’t even miss one hour of operation.” The hours of operation for ACS, are Monday thru Friday 8 a.m. - 5 p.m., Contact ACS at (804) 7346388.

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BATTLE READY Quartermasters show off skill in culminating exercise

Now what?

Photos by Amy Perry

(ABOVE) A Soldier -- acting as a role player -- simulates an enemy ambush toward a platoon of Soldiers going through the 23rd Quartermaster Brigade’s QM Situational Training Exercise April 28. The scenario was the culmination of a 4-day training event that reinforced lessons learned during advanced individual training and warrior tasks and battle drills. (LEFT) Several Soldiers perform basic first aid on a downed platoon leader. NCOs and lieutenants from courses at ALU also attend the training to hone their leadership skills.

Petroleum supply students learn what to do when fuels are aﬂame

(ABOVE) Students from Uniform Company, 262nd Quartermaster Battalion, guided by Staff Sgt. Christopher Shanks, instructor, use a twin agent unit to suppress a controlled fire during training April 28 at the QM School’s Spc. Win’e Fire Suppression Training Facility. During the training, which occurs in week nine of the 11-week Petroleum Supply Specialist Course, students become familiar with equipment and materials used to suppress fuel fires. (LEFT) Pvt. William Manso, Uniform Co., 262nd QM Bn., contemplates his turn at using the TAU. (BELOW) Pvt. Juan Maravilla, Uniform Co., 262nd QM Bn., studies the procedures as his fellow students complete their iterations.

T. Anthony Bell Senior Writer/Special Projects

(ABOVE) Soldiers travel down a path while on a patrol during a training scenario. (RIGHT) Soldiers guard a Linear Danger Area crossing during a 1.5-mile patrol. During the training, Soldiers faced a realistic battle environment and were challenged by enemy ambushes, performed basic first aid, and responded to buried roadside IEDs and indirect fire from the opposing forces while sending situational reports by radio.

uch of what students learn during the Petroleum Supply Specialist Course involves the receipt, issuance and storage of petroleum products. In the conduct of those duties, personnel must protect against the ever-present threat of fire. That’s why training at the Quartermaster School’s Spc. Win’e Fire Suppression Training Facility is essential. Students not only learn emergency procedures but get valuable hands-on experience that can’t be replicated in a classroom, said Staff Sgt. Melvin Johnson, an instructor team chief. “You can explain this on PowerPoint all day, but that goes right over their heads as opposed to coming out here and actually using the equipment, knowing the importance of having battle buddies, learning safety procedures and feeling the hose pressure,” he said after an April 28 training session.

Photos by T. Anthony Bell

During the two-hour familiarization, each student donned protective gear and was allowed a few minutes to man the lead position of a firefighter team tasked with suppressing a controlled fire. Roughly 50 Soldiers from Victor and Uniform companies, 262nd QM Battalion, underwent the training that occurs during the ninth of an 11-week course.

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There’s a

BATTLE READY Quartermasters show off skill in culminating exercise

Now what?

Photos by Amy Perry

Petroleum supply students learn what to do when fuels are aﬂame

T. Anthony Bell Senior Writer/Special Projects

Photos by T. Anthony Bell

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Honoring Team Lee’s Nurses The purpose of the National Nurse’s Week celebration May 6-12 is to raise awareness of the value of nursing and help educate the public about the role these professionals play in meeting the health care needs of the American people.

Jean Dahlbeck, RN, MS, ANP-C Emergency / Trauma / Cardiology Why you became a nurse: “To serve, prevent harm and help people. I have a love for others and care about them, their families and providing the best quality medical care obtainable.”

Sgt. Jessica Delort 68W20 Health Care NCO (Medic) Why you became a medic: “The challenge of science and medicine is exciting, and I love to take care of people. Motivation for your job: “My family and those who serve with me.”

Allison Y. Douglas, RN, BSN, CCM Case Management Why you continue to serve: “I realize a great portion of our society needs caring and motivated people in their lives to give them a sense of belonging, commitment, and a desire to improve their health.”

Denaya D. Jordan Medical-Surgical/Ambulatory Care Why you became a nurse: “As far back as I can remember, I always had a heart and passion to help and encourage people.” Why you continue to serve: “Nursing is my Passion. It’s what I LOVE, and it’s who I am!”

Joe Marty, LPN Pediatric Immunizations Motivation for your job: “I think working with kids every day is all the motivation any of us really need, and if you’re the shot nurse, you better bring you’re ‘A’ game, stay alert and be prepared for anything.”

Julia Patsell, FNP Pediatrics and Family Practice Why you continue to serve: “I feel I continue to make a positive difference in the lives of my patients and the families at Fort Lee, and working as a nurse gives me the platform needed to serve.”

Kate J. Ray, RN, PMH-NP, PMH-CNS Psychiatric/Mental Health Nurse Practitioner Why you continue to serve: “I genuinely love what I do – helping, listening and teaching people. I also want to work to reduce the stigma of mental illness.”

Sonya Shaw, LPN Internal Medicine/Family Medicine Why you became a nurse: “I became a nurse because of my mother. She has worked in the medical field for over 40 years and continues to do so at the age of 72 years on the medical/surgical floor.”

Darcel D. Spragley, RN Occupational Health Nursing Motivation for your job: “Caring and sharing to promote better health has always been my motivation as a nurse and seeing people change their lifestyle by making healthy choices.”

Hattie Winfield, RN Ambulatory, Pediatrics & Nephrology Motivation for your job: “My motivation will always be the opportunity to help those in need on an ongoing basis and the ability to provide mentorship to those seeking to advance in this field to make a difference.”

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Lee’s Click it or Ticket campaign under way Amy Perry Production/News Assistant Editor

The Provost Marshal Office is spearheading a month-long Click it or Ticket awareness campaign to promote seat belt usage and proper installation of child safety seats. Running in conjunction with alongside of Motorcycle Safety Awareness Month, Capt. Brian Bishop, Fort Lee PMO operations officer, said the goal is to increase knowledge within the community. “We also want to take this opportunity to bring awareness to the importance of occupant protection both on a motorcycle and in a vehicle by checking the compliance of seat belt use and correct use of child safety seats as well as motorcycle safety qualifications,” he said. “Our goal is to be in more of an assistance role to the community during this month to ensure the safety of individuals on Fort Lee roadways. Fort Lee Police is committed to promoting the message and maintaining public awareness of occupant protection.” According to CASCOM and Fort Lee Regulation 190-5, seat belts are required by all operators and passengers of government vehicles; by all civilian personnel driving or riding in a personally owned vehicle on the installation; and by all service members driving or riding in a POV either on or off post. In Virginia, all vehicle occupants under the age of 18 should wear seat belts as

well as any occupant in the front seat. “Seat belts save lives,” said Bishop. “The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration estimates that seat belts save more than 11,000 lives every year.” Bishop said the requirement for military members to wear safety belts indicates the importance of the awareness campaign. “This speaks to Soldier readiness, which is one of the top priorities in the Army,” he said. “Promoting adherence and drawing awareness to these applicable laws and regulations is us doing our part to positively impact overall Soldier readiness.” While Fort Lee regulations only require safety seats for children through age 5, the state of Virginia requires them through age 7. This campaign also will strive to educate parents on correctly installing safety seats. “As a result of such campaigns, research conducted by Safe KIDS – who we partner with for child safety seat use – showed that the educational information parents and caregivers received helped in keeping their children safer in vehicles,” he said. “Based on data from car seat checkup events, parents successfully changed their behavior and retained their child passenger safety knowledge after receiving hands-on instructions.” As part of this campaign, a child safety seat check will be conducted by members of the Southeast Virginia Safe Kids Coalition as part of Safety Day May 25.

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Teams hoop it up at contest with a cause Lesley Maceyak Family/Community Life Reporter

Ten teams representing CASCOM, garrison and tenant agencies across post participated in the inaugural Child Abuse Prevention and Awareness Month Basketball Tournament Friday in MacLaughlin Fitness Center. The Army Community Service Family Advocacy Program, in collaboration with the Family and MWR Sports and Recreation Office, hosted the singleelimination contest that offered a unique way to bring awareness to the difficult topic of child maltreat-

ment, abuse and neglect. The event also was supported by Fort Lee USO. After several hardfought games, the last teams standing were Fort Lee Community and Romeo Company, 262nd Quartermaster Battalion. The Community team ultimately earned the championship title. It consisted of Soldiers and installation civilian employees. During the tournament, FAP joined forces with the Army Substance Abuse Program. Between games, ASAP demonstrated the effects of being under the influence with fatal vision goggles, which blur the

wearer’s vision and hinder coordination and response times. The demonstrators noted how child abuse cases are often associated with alcohol and drugs. The FAP team said sports tournaments offer a good message platform for community members who might otherwise overlook important awareness and prevention campaigns.

Photos by Lesley Maceyak

(ABOVE) A Soldier from Golf Company, 244th Quartermaster Battalion, drives hard to the basket as Adam Azcarraga, Defense Commissary Agency, attempts to block the shot during Fort Lee’s first basketball tournament Friday in support of Child Abuse Prevention and Awareness Month. (LEFT) A Golf-244 Soldier dribbles away from DECA player Dextric Thompson during the contest at MacLaughlin Fitness Center. (ABOVE LEFT) Elias Barnes, prevention coordinator, Army Substance Abuse Program, hands a basketball to a Soldier wearing fatal vision goggles that simulate the effects of serious alcohol impairment.

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KENNER CONNECTION | ZIKA VIRUS UPDATE

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The Zika virus continues to be a popular topic in the news these days with frequent updates from the disease management community on where it has spread and what health experts are discovering about the illness. One recent report identified Richmond as an â&#x20AC;&#x153;at-riskâ&#x20AC;? area for potential cases, which is why continued education on the situation is vital. Zika is transmitted to humans primarily from the bite of an infected mosquito from the Aedes genus. It is similar to dengue and chikungunya, diseases spread through the same mosquitoes that carry Zika. The common symptoms of the virus are fever, rash, joint pain and/or conjunctivitis (red eyes). Other symptoms in-

clude muscle pain and headache. Symptoms usually begin 3-7 days after being bitten by an infected mosquito, however, most people experience mild symptoms or none at all. For this reason, many might not realize they have been infected. Zika also has been linked to a serious birth defect of the brain called microcephaly. Since the virus can be transmitted sexually, it is recommended all men who have recently traveled to an area with active Zika transmission to abstain from sex or use condoms â&#x20AC;&#x201C; especially if their partner is pregnant. For more information on Zika virus symptoms and transmission, visit the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention website at www.cdc.gov/zika/ . Zika cases have been report-

ed in many parts of South and Central America, the Pacific Islands and the Caribbean region, as well as the American territories of Puerto Rico, the Virgin Islands and American Samoa. Since all reported cases thus far have been traced to areas outside the continental United States, travelers are at the highest risk. If anyone is planning on traveling out of the country, visit the CDC Travelerâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Health website at http://wwwnc.cdc.gov/travel/ for the most current guidance on the specific travel destination. For TRICARE beneficiaries, consult your local preventive medicine department for a travelerâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s health consultation. In the Fort Lee area, aedes albopictus â&#x20AC;&#x201C; the Asian Tiger Mosquito â&#x20AC;&#x201C; is among the most common species of these insects

and a potential carrier. The virus must first migrate into the local area before there is a potential to acquire it locally. Again, check the CDCâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s website for the latest information on possible reported cases in the U.S. Finally, what can individuals do to reduce the risk of mosquito bites, and thus being infected, in the Fort Lee area? The answer to that question begins with these two words â&#x20AC;&#x201C; dump and cover. In the case of Asian Tiger Mosquitoes, eliminating their habitat is key. Full public participation is crucial because these insects are extremely localized since they do not travel far from their breeding area. Tiger mosquitoes are called â&#x20AC;&#x153;container breedersâ&#x20AC;? because they do not reproduce in ponds but in artificial containers such as clogged rain gutters, the rainwater that collects inside of an old tire or an empty trash can. People should check their front, back and side yards for

containers that may have collected rain or sprinkler water, empty them and store them in such a way they do not fill with water. The eggs take 7-10 days to hatch, so itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s best to pick one day a week to inspect all yards for any water collected over the week and dump it out. It also is important for people to cover themselves with personal protective equipment when it comes to vector-borne disease prevention. PPE for mosquitoes is permethrin-treated clothing, long pants and sleeves, and applying an EPA registered insect repellent on exposed skin. Most ACUs are pre-treated with permethrin, but home kits can be purchased for personal clothing as well. Always wear PPE when outdoors during mosquito season. For any questions or to read more about the Zika virus, visit the CDC website. For more information on how to eliminate mosquitoes from your property, contact Fort Lee Environmental Health at (804) 734-9652.

&HOHEUDWH KLJK VFKRRO JUDGV D GDQFH GDWH ZLWK GDGG\ The submission deadline for the 2016 Fort Lee Traveller high school graduation special edition is close of business June 3. The product will be published in the June 16 issue of the post newspaper. This is the annual insert that features the photos and names of graduating high school seniors affiliated with the Fort Lee community. Affiliations include active or retired military members, government civilians and contractors. A parent who wants their graduate featured must submit a head-and-shoulders photo of the individual(s) with the first and last name of each student and each parent, the parentâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s rank (if applicable), the parentâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s status and place of duty, the studentâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s age and high school, and a telephone number to be used (but not published) if additional information is needed. The photo submitted should be copyright-

Elvis Allen dances with his step-daughter Aryannah Escobedo during the inaugural Fort Lee FatherDaughter Dance hosted by Family and MWR Child, Youth and School Services April 23 at the Regimental Club. The sold-out event had over 247 participants. The USO of Hampton Roads and Central Virginia sponsored the dance. During the evening, there was a â&#x20AC;&#x153;selfie stationâ&#x20AC;? photo booth using funny props to capture the moment. There also was a candy buffet, professional photographer on site, DJ and a meal prepared by the Regimental Club.

free (if taken by a studio or commercial vendor), 5-by-7 inches, 200-dpi or greater, and in JPEG format. Parents who do not have a photo of their graduate can make arrangements with the Public Affairs Office staff to have one taken. Materials can be submitted via email to A r m y Fo r t L e e. p a o @ mail.mil or on the web at www.ftleetraveller.com/graduate. The postal mailing address is Fort Lee Public Affairs Office, 3312 A Ave., Fort Lee, VA 23801. For hand-delivery, the PAO is located in garrison headquarters, building 12010, corner of A Avenue and 34th Street. For questions, call (804) 734-6948 or 734-7147. Organization leaders are encouraged to share this information through normal staff communication channels to ensure all have the chance to participate. â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Fort Lee Public Affairs

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a challenge making sure every community member is aware of all that is available. â&#x20AC;&#x153;A lot of the commanders are not aware of some of the resources they have access to â&#x20AC;&#x201C; not only for their Soldiers but their civilians and family members as well,â&#x20AC;? she said. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Thereâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s a disconnect.â&#x20AC;? Several programs offering valuable information are underused, especially wellness programs, according to Willoughby. They include the Youth Sponsorship program that connects incoming youth

with a child already on the installation and who attends the same school as the incoming child; the Financial Readiness Program, which offers financial classes and services to Soldiers and family members; and the Army Family Team Building program that helps family members thrive in their Army communities. There are several others as well, said Willoughby. Nevertheless, much progress has been made during the past two years, said Dermer, noting there is more interaction and increased collaboration among the parties â&#x20AC;&#x153;and

more reaching out for one another instead of waiting for people to find each other.â&#x20AC;? Still, thereâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s much work to do, added Dermer. The program still longs for a total buy-in from community members and from leaders at all levels. She also said the program faces ongoing challenges relating to the mental health segment where a culture change is needed to erase the stigma associated with seeking help. For more information, call (804) 734-2875. For a list of health-related and wellness programs and services available, visit www. lee.army.mil and click on â&#x20AC;&#x153;Fort Lee Community Resource Guide.â&#x20AC;?

Keisch and his twin brother Walter survived the rigors and perils of growing up in post-war Germany from a Red Cross displaced persons camp to a convent in Switzerland and eventually to safe refuge in America. â&#x20AC;&#x153;I donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t want this room full of people to feel sorry for me. I felt sorry for myself long enough,â&#x20AC;? he said. He urged community

members to remember the acts of courage and messages of hope by Survivors. Keisch, who frequently talks to students about bullying, noted, â&#x20AC;&#x153;Genocides are the cumulative result of decades, generations and sometimes centuries of bullying. My message to them and you today is to focus on these five words, â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;We donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t allow that here.â&#x20AC;?

Rabbi Yossel Kranz of Chabad of Virginia, Richmond, gave the invocation and benediction and was among six who lit candles in memory of the six million Jews who perished in the Holocaust. Six ALU students recited a poem in memory of the victims. The Fort Lee 392nd Army Band played symbolic music prior to the observance.

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The Transportation Corpsâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; Basic Officer Leaderâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Course class 16-004 pose for pictures during a staff ride to the historic City Point area in Hopewell April 15. During the outing, students reviewed the strategies used during the battles that took place there during the Civil War. Staff rides bring to life, on the very terrain where historic encounters took place, examples applicable today as in the past, of leadership tactics and strategy as well as communications, use of terrain, and, above all, the psychology of men in battle.

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them were slaughtered in the Holocaust. â&#x20AC;&#x153;That which you can take for granted, please donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t take for granted. Reach out today or tonight to your family,â&#x20AC;? he urged

the audience members. His father was captured one day while on a patrol, Keisch related. â&#x20AC;&#x153;His hands were tied behind his back along with other prisoners and they marched single file along a narrow path in a dense forest. As God would have it, coming in

the other direction was a group of mourners walking single file in a funeral procession â&#x20AC;&#x201C; they looked much like the prisoners. My father turned quickly and joined the funeral march and escaped. Life sometimes turns on a dime.â&#x20AC;?

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LOCAL ACTIVITIES

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EVENTS Asia-Paciﬁc Event | May 6 An Asian-American, Pacific Islander Heritage Month observance is set for May 6, 11:30 a.m., at the Lee Theater. The theme is “An Adventure: Come Travel With Us.” The guest speaker is Dr. Cynthia Izuno Macri, a retired Navy captain who served 34 years in the military. The celebration will include a sampling of Asian-Pacific food and cultural dances. For details, call (703) 894-8910.

‘Once Upon a Mattress’ | May 6-21 The Fort Lee theater company’s production of “Once Upon a Mattress,” opens May 6, 8 p.m., at the Lee Theater. Additional shows are scheduled for May 7, 13, 14, 20 and 21 at 8 p.m. and May 8, 15 and 22 at 3 p.m. All performances are open to the public. For reservations and more information, contact the box office at (804) 734-6629.

Motorcycle May-hem | May 6 A Fort Lee Motorcycle May-hem event is scheduled for May 6, 9 a.m. - 2 p.m., at

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Exchange Pet Celebration | May 7 A pet program with contests will be held May 7 beginning at 11 a.m. at the Main Exchange. There will be prizes for best trick, best costume and most exotic. The Fort Lee K-9 Military Working Dog unit and Fort Lee Veterinarian Treatment Facility will do demonstrations and host an information booth. Forgotten Tails will offer pet adoptions. Pre-registration for the contests can be completed at the Exchange customer service counter.

FMWR Cinco de Mayo Fiesta | May 7 A Cinco de Mayo Fiesta is set for May 7, 8 p.m., at the HideAway, building 15013, 5th St. The celebration will include music, specialty drinks, karaoke, line dancing and giveaways. There is no cover charge. Doors open at 6 p.m. For details, call (804) 765-1539.

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All families living on post and the organizations dedicated to their support are invited to the 8th annual “Life at Lee” celebration at the Fort Lee Family Housing Sisisky Welcome Center May 14, 11 a.m. - 2 p.m., at 1510 Sisisky Blvd. The event will include food, music, games, information booths, prize giveaways and more. It is hosted by Hunt Military Communities. Admission is free for residents and their families. Youth activities will include a bounce house, face painting, basketball, a petting zoo and more. For details, call Priscilla Lewis at (804) 733-1558.

Protestant Men of Chapel Retreat | May 13-15 The Protestant Men of the Chapel will sponsor a men’s retreat May 13-15 at the Williamsburg Christian Retreat Center, 9275 Barnes Road, Toano. The theme is “What Does God Require?” All meals and lodging are free. It is open to men and boys, 10 years or older. Teens under 18 will need their parent’s or guardian’s permission to attend. Activities start with dinner at 6 p.m., May 13 and conclude at 10:30 a.m., May 15. For details, call or text (804) 931-9799 or email gwb45@hotmail.com.

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AbilityOne, the nation’s largest provider of jobs for people who are blind or have significant disabilities, will hold an awareness event May 19, 10 a.m. - 2 p.m., at the Regimental Club. Participants will learn more about the program’s presence on the installation. It employs approximately 3,000 veterans nationwide including many wounded warriors. For details, call (804) 862-6232.

The 20th Annual Ordnance Corp Association Golf Tournament will be held May 12, 9 a.m., at the Cardinal Golf Club. On-site registration will begin at 8 a.m. The cost is $70 or $60 for club members. The association supports Ord. Soldiers around the world through sponsorship of numerous award programs and more. For pre-registration and details, call (804) 733-5596.

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Calendar, continued FMWR Cornhole Tournament | May 21 A free Cornhole Tournament is set for every third Saturday of the month until Sept. 17. The first competition is May 21, 6 p.m., at the HideAway, 5th Street. Prizes will be awarded. Future dates are June 18, July 16, Aug. 20 and Sept. 17. For details, call (804) 765-1539.

Inaugural SAMC Golf Tourney | June 3 The Sergeant Audie Murphy Club will hold its inaugural golf tournament June 3, 12:30 p.m., at the Cardinal Golf Club. The cost is $35 for members, $40 for E-5 and below and $50 for all others. Signin and warmup will start at 11 a.m. The event will include prizes, raffles and an awards dinner. Participants should register by May 27 at fortleesamcgolftounament. com. For details, call (254) 681-6117 or email eliannamarie97yahoo.com.

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Acoustic Concert Series at Central Library | May 5 John Turner, a 10-time national Scottish fiddling champion, will perform May 5, 7-8 p.m., at the Chesterfield Central Library, 9501 Lori Road. The free event is part of the library’s Spring Acoustic Concert series held on Thursday nights until May 25. For details, call (804) 751-CCPL.

Plant Sale at Weston Plantation | May 7 The Wonder City Garden Club will hold its 22nd annual plant sale May 7, 8 a.m. noon, at Weston Manor, 400 Weston Lane, Hopewell. A variety of local plants ready for spring

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Museum Film Day in Chesterﬁeld | May 7 The Chesterfield Historical Society of Virginia will present four short films highlighting various aspects of county history May 7, beginning at 11 a.m., at the county museum, 6813 Mimms Loop. Admission is free. First-person oral histories of local residents will be featured of local residents. For details, visit www. chesterfieldhistory.com.

Rocketry Program for Teens | May 7 Teens can learn how rockets fly during a program May 7, 10:30 a.m. - noon, at the Chesterfield Central Library, 9501 Lori Road. The event is free. Participants, ages 1217 years old, will build and launch a rocket and more. Registration is required. For details, call (804) 748-1603.

School Vendor Fair at Harry E. James Elementary | May 7 Local business owners will exhibit and offer their products at a vendor fair May 7, 9 a.m. - 2:30 p.m., at Harry E. James Elementary School, 1807 Arlington Road, Hopewell. Admission is free. The event will include jewelry, art, inspirational items, photography, scarves, hair accessories, crafts and more. For details, call (804) 541-6408.

VCU Military Appreciation Game | May 7 Virginia Commonwealth University Military Appreciation Day featuring a baseball game versus St. Louis is set for May 7, 2 p.m., at the Diamond, 3001 N. Blvd., Richmond. It is free for active duty military members, veterans and family members.

Fort Clifton Arts, Crafts Festival | May 7-8 The 41st Annual Fort Clifton Arts and Crafts Festival will be held May 7-8, 10:30 a.m. - 5:30 p.m., at Berberich Park, behind Tussing Elementary School, 5501 Conduit Road, Colonial Heights. The event will feature 100 arts and crafts exhibitors, music and more. For details, call (804) 520-9390.

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