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‘GRAVE DIGGERS’ EVENT PUSHES TEAMWORK The 54th Quartermaster Company Challenge not only stressed Soldiers’ physical prowess but also forced them to rely on one another to finish the mission SEE PAGE 10
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GET SMART, BE PREPARED As hurricane season approaches, it’s important to learn what to do to be storm ready SEE PAGE 5
HOPEWELL AT 100 Revitalized ‘Wonder City’ boasts strong historical ties with Fort Lee; looks forward to new business and recreation activities to boost its curb appeal SEE PAGE 9
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CHAPLAIN’S CORNER | NURTURING A POSITIVE OUTLOOK
Seven steps to ‘find hope again’ Chaplain (Maj.) Jeff Masengale 59th OD Brigade Chaplain
Life can be full of stress, and grief is something we all experience from time to time. While offering a resource to a Soldier who was recently dealing with grief, I found helpful steps from one of my counseling booklets. The following ideas are adapted from Dr. Paul David Tripp’s short publication entitled, “Grief: Finding Hope Again” (New Growth Press, 2010). Speak with honest emotion Too often we say “I’m fine” or “I’m just tired and need some sleep” to hide our true emotions or to really share how we feel. Being honest with our emotions
and grief opens the door for God and others around us to help. Many of the Psalms written in the Bible are from the vantage point of a person who is dealing with grief and the sorrows of life (see chapters 13, 22, 38, 42, 55, 59, 61, 73, and 88). Seek Comfort It is natural and human nature to seek comfort from our pain. The author says, “we often seek other comforts: memories, material things, distractions (TV, music, exercise, reading, crafts, work, food, people) … they all provide some measure of comfort, but none can fill the one place where grief causes us to feel so empty – our hearts.” One of my favorite verses for comfort has been Psalm 55:22 (Amplified Bible) “Cast your burden upon
the Lord (release it) and He will sustain and uphold you …” Seek God’s resources God’s resources can come from a local church, chaplain, a Christian friend, from time in prayer, from reading the Bible, or from places you least expect it. Sometimes God places people or things in our lives to draw us closer to him (even difficult things). Look for Blessings in your Grief It is all too easy to count (or list) how everything is going wrong when it seems the world is against us. In the Army Master Resiliency curriculum, this is called “Hunt the Good Stuff.” As the title implies, there is usually some good that goes along with the bad if we are willing to see it. When we do
.HHS VDIHW\ LQ PLQG WKURXJK VXPPHU VHDVRQ As we begin the countdown to Memorial Day and the traditional start of summer, I encourage leaders, Soldiers and Army Civilians at all levels to keep safety at the forefront of every activity, both on and off duty. This is historically the deadliest time of year for Army accidents. We must all do our part to keep one another safe.
Last fiscal year, 37 Soldiers died and another 17 suffered life-altering injuries in off-duty mishaps between Memorial Day and the first day of fall in late September. Of those fatalities, 30 involved driving or riding: 15 on motorcycles and 15 in fourwheeled vehicles, with drownings and accidental discharges of privately owned weapons rounding out the total. A quick
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this, we are able to change our perspective and see some good in the larger picture of life. I have actually wrote out a list of the “good stuff” to help me through a difficult situation. Rely on Your Spiritual Habits. Sometimes we need to “go through the motions” even when our heart doesn’t feel like it. In other words, we should keep up the spiritual disciplines (time in prayer, Bible reading, attending worship services, etc.) because it is good for us. These are some of the primary ways in which God speaks to our hearts. Celebrate Eternity From a Christian perspective, we understand that grief (to include trials and suffering) is only temporary and one day Jesus will return to
review of the reports reflects a majority of these accidents were due to a momentary indiscretion in decision-making and, therefore, wholly preventable. I know we can and will do better this summer. To stay a ready Army, we must be a safe Army – every day is critical in our fight against risk. I ask that you use the upcoming summer holidays and National Safety Month observed during June to enhance and refocus your risk management efforts for the months ahead. More information on both seasonal safety and National Safety Month is available from the U.S. Army Combat Readiness Center
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make “all things new.” In that day, “he will wipe away every tear from their eyes, and death shall be no more, neither shall there be mourning, nor crying, nor pain anymore, for the former things have passed away” (See Revelation 21, verse 4). Give Away the Comfort You Have Been Given God has the ability to use grief and other difficult things to make a difference to others. If you really think about it, it’s not until you really go through a difficult time (or experience the loss of a loved one) that you really begin to understand how someone else may be feeling. In 2 Corinthians 1:3-4, the Apostle Paul summarizes that “God comforts us in our affliction so we can offer others that same comfort in which we ourselves received.” (Masengale can be reached at jeffery.c.masengale.mil@mail. mil. His office is located in the Ordnance Resiliency Center.
at https://safety.army.mil. Whether you’re a leader, Soldier or civilian employee, safety isn’t just important, it’s personal. Think ahead. Build good decisions into your plans to live another day and enjoy all the fun summer has to offer. Thank you for the incredible job you do every day for our Army and our Nation. I look forward to working with you well into the future. Army Safe is Army Strong! – Honorable Katherine Hammack, Assistant Secretary of the Army for Installations, Energy & Environment
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COVER Staff Sgt. Adam Schorn, Echo Company, 832nd Ordnance Battalion, feeds goats with his wife Melissa and two children, Noah and Brayden, during the Life at Lee celebration here Saturday. See more photos on Page 11.
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CLASS OF 2016
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Ordnance Corps inducts newest members into hall of fame Keith Desbois CASCOM Public Affairs
The Ordnance School paid tribute to its 2016 Hall of Fame inductees during a ceremony May 11 at Ball Auditorium. The organization welcomed 13 new members who made significant contributions to the Ordnance Corps throughout their careers. “This ceremony serves as a ral-
lying point; an opportunity to celebrate not only our history and our heritage, but also the extraordinary contributions of these individuals past and present,” said Brig. Gen. Kurt J. Ryan, Chief of Ordnance and Ordnance School commandant. “They have set the standard for true greatness while serving our corps, our Army and our nation.” During the ceremony, the inductees were called to the front
of the auditorium to be introduced to the attendees. The 13 honorees represented each of the ranks – general officer, officer, warrant officer, noncommissioned officer and civilian. Inductees awarded hall of fame status have made positive and significant contributions to the U.S. Army Ordnance Corps. The program was established to maintain and enhance the legacy of the
corps and promote cohesiveness and esprit de corps. “You have distinguished yourselves by excellence, and demonstrated an unwavering commitment to our collective defense. You are deserving of the recognition, and the honor, conferred on you today,” Ryan said to those being recognized. The inductees were recognized in one of two categories – histori-
The 2016 Ordnance Corps Hall of Fame inductees from left to right. Chief Warrant Officer 5 James E. Thompson, Chief Warrant Officer 5 Robert J. Fairhurst, Command Sgt. Maj. Otis N. Cuffee, Chief Warrant Officer 4 Pete Hill accepting on behalf of Chief Warrant Officer 4 Raymond L. McDaniel, Lt. Gen. Patricia E. McQuistion, Maj. Gen. Lynn A. Collyar, Col. Redding Hobby, Col. Kevin M. Smith, Command Sgt. Maj. Larry C. Taylor, Chief Warrant Officer 5 John L. Picott and Carmine J. Spinelli. Also pictured is Brig. Gen. Kurt Ryan, center, chief of ordnance, and Command Sgt. Maj. Edward Morris, far left, Regimental CSM.
cal and contemporary. The inductees are: Historical – Chief Warrant Officer 4 Raymond L. McDaniel, Sgt. Maj. William L. Napier and Dr. Benjamin Bederson. Contemporary – Lt. Gen. Patricia E. McQuistion, Maj. Gen. Lynn A. Collyar, Col. Redding Hobby, Col. Kevin M. Smith, CWO5 Robert J. Fairhurst, CWO5 John L. Picott, CWO5 James E. Thompson, Command Sgt. Maj. Otis N. Cuffee, CSM Larry C. Taylor and Carmine J. Spinelli.
Retreat ceremony honors flag, introduces new regiment leaders The Ordnance Corps introduced two new officers of the regiment during a Retreat ceremony May 11 at the Post Field House. In the changes of leadership, retired Lt. Gen. Mitchell H. Stevenson became the honorary
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(ABOVE) Retired Lt. Gen. Mitchell H. Stevenson; Brig. Gen. Kurt J. Ryan, Chief of Ordnance; Col. Mark F. Migaleddi, Ord. School assistant commandant and chief of staff; and retired Lt. Gen. Richard A. Hack inspect troops during the Ord. Corps Retreat Ceremony May 11 at the Post Field House. (RIGHT) A member of the color guard furls the national colors during the ceremony.
colonel of the regiment, replacing retired Lt. Gen. Richard Hack, and retired Chief Warrant Officer 5 Harold L. DeBerry took over duties as honorary warrant officer of the regiment. He replaced retired. CWO5 Robert J. Wurm.
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Safety Day Activities | May 24-25 The Fort Lee Garrison Safety Office will host an award ceremony and the annual Safety Day event May 24-25. The award ceremony is set for 9:30 a.m., May 24 at the Regimental Community Center and the Safety Day program is set for May 25, 9 a.m. - 2 p.m., in front of the Main Exchange. Both events are open to the Fort Lee community. The ceremony will recognize employees who are doing outstanding things with safety within garrison directorates. Safety Day will feature displays from various departments including range control, Environment Management Office, emergency management, Alcohol Substance Abuse Program and suicide prevention. There also will be child seat inspections from 10 a.m. - 2 p.m. For details, call (804) 765-3132.
Fort Lee Career Fair | May 25
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Col. Tamatha A. Patterson, 23rd Quartermaster Brigade commander, passes the battalion guidon to Lt. Col. Brian S. Neill, incoming 266th QM Bn. commander, during a change of command ceremony May 12 at Seay Field. Neill replaced Lt. Col. Scott B. Kindberg who is set to become the deputy brigade commander of the 23rd.
New leader takes charge of 266th QM Battalion Amy Perry Production/News Assistant Editor
Lt. Col. Brian S. Neill took the reins of command from Lt. Col. Scott B. Kindberg during a 266th Quartermaster Battalion change of command ceremony May 12 on Seay Field. Col. Tamatha A. Patterson passed the mantle of leadership from one Soldier to the next as the host of the event. During her remarks, Patterson said the list of accomplishments were vast during Kindberg’s leadership, and she is proud of him and the unit. “Scott’s leadership, his tenacity, his dedication to duty ensured discipline and standards were always enforced and that his command maintained a superb reputation of accomplishing every mission to the highest standard,” she said. “Additionally, he was always my go-to person when I transitioned in as commander, and I want to personally thank him for his efforts.” The event is a celebration of the unit’s accomplishments, said Kindberg, and he was pleased with his team. “Coming into command two years ago,
in my speech I said being in command is not so much about being in charge and barking orders, but it’s about being in service to others,” he said. “This has proven to be true. Over the past two years, this battalion has lived up to its vision – an organization that is professional and responsible, has engaged leadership, and always treats each other with dignity and respect.” Kindberg was selected to serve as the deputy commander of the 23rd QM Bde. Patterson said she was excited to see the battalion flourish under its new commander. “The Neill family comes to this command with a wealth of knowledge that will enhance the training we do here at the brigade,” she said. Neill – whose military roots started as an enlisted combat engineer – said he was excited to get started at the unit. “It’s a privilege and honor to be selected for battalion command, especially of the 266th QM Bn., and be able to serve with you – the Soldiers, NCOs and officers,” he said. “I look forward to upholding the standards and the quality you had before in Lt. Col. Kindberg and take the battalion to new, different and better places.”
A career fair featuring transportation and other job prospects is set for May 25, 11:30 a.m. – 1:30 p.m., at the Soldier Support Center, building 3400, 1401 B Ave. Participants can meet with representatives from more than a dozen companies and organizations. It is hosted by the Soldier for Life – Transition Assistance Program. For details, call (804) 734-6612 or 765-7601.
Kenner Memorial Weekend Closure Schedule Kenner Army Health Clinic, Troop Medical Clinic 1, Mosier Consolidated Troop Medical Clinic and all ancillary services will be closed May 27 for a training holiday and May 30 in observance of Memorial day. Bull Dental Clinic and TMC 2 will be open on May 27. To speak with an on-call KAHC medical provider when the clinic is closed, call the administrative officer of the day at (804) 734-9000. This must be done before going to an urgent care center. For an emergency, go to the nearest emergency room or call 9-1-1.
Photo Submissions for Salute to Grads 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. Military, government civilians, contractors and military retiree families with Fort Lee ties are asked to submit a photo of graduates with the first and last names of the student and each parent, the parent’s rank (if applicable), the parent’s status (active, retired, civilian, etc.) place of duty, the student’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-free, 5x7, 200-dpi or greater and in jpg 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 ArmyFortLee.pao@mail.mil or online 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.
Kenner Offers Nutrition Services Kenner Army Health Clinic offers nutrition counseling services for diet and health, weight management, stress and emotional eating, vegetarian guidance, building muscle, preventing disease and more. Kathleen A. Viau, KAHC’s dietitian and nutritionist, is available to help beneficiaries, dependents, retirees and service members. She is a registered dietitian with more than 30 years of experience and nutritional expertise. To receive assistance, patients should call (804) 734-9000 or scheduled an appointment through TRICARE online.
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Hurricane Week stresses importance of awareness, education, planning Patrick Buffett Managing Editor
“Don’t think ‘if,’ plan for when.” That’s the advice of the Fort Lee Emergency Management team as it continues to promote Hurricane Awareness Week, which continues through Saturday. Two particular steps are being heavily emphasized – getting appropriate insurance coverage if residing in an area prone to flooding and gathering/checking emergency response kits. “We highly recommend an annual review of insurance policies because that coverage can, and often does, change from year-to-year,” recommended Thomas Loden who heads-up the EM team in the Directorate of Plans, Training, Mobilization and Security. “Furthermore, flood insurance almost always has to be purchased separately,” he added, “and there is usually a 30-day window before a new policy takes effect. If you’re renting space at a storage facility, take that into consideration as well. It’s just smart to know what’s covered and what isn’t so it’s one less worry when the worst happens.” The EM team constantly stresses the importance of emergency preparedness kits because, historically, Fort Lee families and single service members in general tend to dismiss the threat as “something they’ll deal with” when it happens. “During the snow storm that closed post for a few days in late January, we had individuals in billeting and family housing expressing concerns they couldn’t get out to get food, a situation we always try to mitigate by providing advance notification of impending weather events,” Loden said. “That’s the sort of thing we’re talking about when we emphasize the need for thorough preparation. Also, the military is transient by nature, and those new to Fort Lee may not be familiar with the types of storms we see here. The key is to educate, educate, educate, so nobody in this community is stuck in their home without food, water or basic essentials.” When building or inspecting an emergency kit, Loden advised community members to carefully consider what they or their family would need if assistance were not immediately available. A point that’s often overlooked is emergency personnel – whether police, fire, medical or those providing utility services – will have a large influx of calls to handle during post-storm recovery, and it may take them much longer than normal to render assistance. “We recommend using one of the emergency kit checklists available online at www.hurricanes.gov/prepare or
www.ready.gov/hurricanes,” Loden said. “Both sites offer a ton of information about actions to take before, during and after a storm as well, so they’re definitely worth checking out and, as I noted earlier, educating yourself for better protection and survival in the worst-case scenarios.” Hurricane season begins June 1 and continues through the end of November. Thirteen named storms are
predicted this year, according to a Colorado State University study (the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration’s forecast well be released later this month). Six hurricanes – storms with sustained wind speeds of 74 mph or greater – were forecasted by the CSU researchers. Two will be category 3 or higher with wind speeds exceeding 111 mph.
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RECOGNIZING CIVILIANS | SPOTLIGHT
RHONDA MURPHY STEWART Hometown: Dixon, Mo. Family: “I still have my mother and father, stepparents, five brothers and a son who is 29 but always my baby. Hopefully, I will have a daughter-in-law and grandchildren someday. I also consider my boyfriend Troy and his family as my family. Also, I can’t forget Fritz Lee, our dog, and Loki, our cat. Job title: Tier I lead help desk tech at Software Enterprise Center- Lee How long at Fort Lee? “June 1 will be 17 years.” Job duties: “We take calls, emails and faxes from all over the world for the Army Software Information Systems. We even help out with building emergencies since we are here 24/7, 365 days a year. We are here when the post is closed.” How did you get started
with the federal government?“I watched for jobs after taking the exam at the post office. I ended up being a contractor instead but still work for the government.” How did you start working at SEC? “My mother worked for SEC-Lee as an analyst at the time and saw the job advertisement. I applied and was lucky enough to get the job.” Thoughts on your working environment: “I love my job. The environment is both pleasant and stressful at times. There are great people here, but there are always challenges with technology. The environment is probably better than a lot of jobs I would say.” Challenges of your job: “The challenges are when the software systems go down or the phone system is not cooperating. We support the Soldier in the field and when we can’t get them help,
it’s very frustrating.” Motivation for job: “To help Soldiers and the people in the field do their jobs.” One thing you can’t live without: “Coffee.” A place you would love to go to vacation: “Tiger Island (in Australia). Tigers are my favorite animal and you can hang out with them there.” Pet peeves: “Someone chewing with their mouth open. I hate it. I also hate too many commercials while my favorite shows are on.” Favorite food: “A gooey chocolate sheet cake.” Worst fear: “Losing someone I love.: Talents: “I’m good with people. I can usually calm an angry person down.” Hobbies: “Doing yard work, shooting pool, throwing darts and
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Brig. Gen. Steven W. Ainsworth, commander, 94th Training Division; Col. Paul K. Brooks, Fort Lee garrison commander; John G. Royster, Master Planning Division branch chief, Department of Public Works; Anthony Weaver, Corps of Engineers Construction lead; and Betty Brown, team chief of The Army School System Training Center-Fort Lee; break ground during a ceremony May 12 for an Army Reserve training facility to be built along Hickory Hill Road near the Mahone Gate. The 39,127-square-foot building will be equipped with 15 classrooms and a maintenance training area for transportation courses, as well as a state-of-the-art instructional kitchen for food service specialist courses. Its instructors could potentially train about 2,635 Soldiers while teaching 120 classes annually.
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Lee Playhouse announces 2016-2017 season The Theater Company at Fort Lee has scheduled four main stage productions and two KidKapers shows for the 2016-2017 season. The opener will be “A Closer Walk With Patsy Cline.” This tune-packed show traces the country music legend’s footsteps from her early days as a honky-tonk singer through her rise as a Grand Ole Opry star. Twenty of her greatest hits including “Walking after Midnight,” “Sweet Dreams,” “I Fall to Pieces” and “Crazy” make this show a treat for music lovers of all ages. Performance
dates are Sept. 9, 10, 16, 17, 23 and 24 at 8 p.m. and Sept. 11, 18 and 25 at 3 p.m. The second main stage production is “Nunsense,” with original story, music and lyrics by Dan Goggin. The Little Sisters of Hoboken find themselves on the brink of financial embarrassment and decide upon a variety show as a fundraiser. With a full slate of songs, laughs, tap dancing and a former circus performer running a convent with an assortment of fun-loving nuns, this benefit show is guaranteed to be entertaining. Performance
dates are Nov. 4, 5, 11, 12, 18 and 19 at 8 p.m. and Nov. 6, 13, and 20 at 3 p.m. The February show will be “Broadway Bound” by Neil Simon. In this, the final chapter of his autobiographical trilogy, Simon returns to New York where theater
goers will follow Eugene Jerome as he struggles to launch his career in show business while sorting out family relationships. Simon entertains by juggling humor, sentiment and painful self-observations in this follow-up to “Brighton Beach Memoirs” and “Biloxi Blues.” Performance dates are Feb. 3, 4, 10, 11, 17 and 18 at 8 p.m. and Feb. 5, 12, and 19 at 3 p.m. The final main stage production is “You’re A Good Man, Charlie Brown, Revised” with original story, music and lyrics by
Clark Gesner. It is based on the comic strip “Peanuts” by Charles M. Schulz. His beloved characters come to life in a classic musical. Lucy is in love with piano prodigy Schroeder; little sister Sally mocks the blanket-toting Linus; and Snoopy torments the “blockhead” himself, Charlie Brown. The sweet, joyful innocence of the Peanuts gang is sure to be a crowd-pleaser. Performance dates are May 5, 6, 12, 13 19 and 20 at 8 p.m. and May 7, 14 and 21 at 3 p.m. Season tickets are available for all four main stage
productions for $44. For further information, call the box office at (804) 734-6629. The KidKapers season will open with “School House Rock, Jr!” Performances are Oct. 7 and 14 at 7 p.m. and Oct. 8, 9, 14, 15 and 16 at 2 p.m. The second KidKapers will be “On This Island, Jr!” Performances are March 10, 11 and 17 at 7 p.m. and March 12, 18 and 19 at 2 p.m. KidKapers tickets are available at the box office at show time and are $5 for general admission seating. Call (804) 734-6629 for further information. – FMWR
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Hopewell’s historic, community ties with Lee a major focus of 100th anniversary celebration Lesley Maceyak Family/ Community Life Reporter
“Fort Lee is an integral part of who we are as a city. Most of us have family members or friends who work or have retired there. A lot of our stores and restaurants depend on the patronage of post workers and families. It’s a partnership we have long-cherished and will continue to nurture in the years ahead.” Those are the words of Charles E. Dane, assistant city manager of Hopewell, who recently shared information with the Traveller about his community’s 100th anniversary celebration that began earlier this month and will conclude on July 2. He and other city representatives want their Fort Lee neighbors to join them in the festivities and experience the downtown-area’s ongoing transformation into a cultural and economic hot spot. The list of anniversary activities can be viewed at www.hopewellva. gov/100th-anniversary-events/. Weekly outdoor concerts at Weston Plantation and the City Point Marina, and a July 2 festival with a proclamation reading, music, food and fireworks are some of the key happenings, Dane noted. Jeanie L. Langford, assistant librarian and archivist for the Appomattox Regional Library System, elaborated on Dane’s
comment about the “integral link” between Fort Lee and Hopewell, specifically focusing on the shared history between her town and the U.S. Army. In the spring of 1912, the E.I. DuPont Company purchased approximately 2,000 acres of land in an area along the Appomattox River now known as City Point. About 700 people already lived in the area, but when the company was called upon by the Army to produce guncotton – an explosive, smokeless powder made with nitric and sulfuric acid – its workforce jumped to 40,000 in a matter of years. In 1915, most of the town of Hopewell burned to the ground due to a fire. People lived in tents, under trees – wherever they could – but workers kept operating the plants. In about a year almost the whole town had been rebuilt, not out of wood, but with bricks. After the war, the guncotton was no longer needed, and the town took a big blow. The population diminished to 1,320. The plants – once filled with workers – were now vacant and being marketed all over the world to bring businesses to Hopewell. The city again revitalized itself in the 20s and 30s. The Great Depression did not affect Hopewell in the same manner as other small towns in surrounding areas. As World War II began, the
Appomattox Regional Library located at 209 E Cawson St. provides programs for adults and children.
city launched into the war. Camp Lee reopened and thousands of Soldiers moved into the area. Many Hopewell residents served in the military to support the war effort. It gave the community purpose and a renewed sense of strength. Despite the decreasing population Hopewell faced after World War II, the city endured instead of withering away. In recent years, efforts to revitalize the area – particularly the downtown offerings – were spurred with the Virginia Community Business Launch, a pilot program offered by the VA Department of Housing and Community Development. Hopewell was one of three cities to receive a $100,000 grant in 2015. “Hopewell is a resilient city,” said Dane. “It has endured catastrophes two-to-three times and has repeatedly made a rebound. That is how it got the name the ‘Wonder City.” “We believe our town is being exemplified right now,” he continued. “With the decline of small towns throughout the years, most have dried up and have fallen prey to hard times. However, while our downtown has suffered, our community has survived because we have industry here and people have jobs. I believe we are rebounding once again, and climbing our way out of the ashes. Very positive things are happening here, and I believe it is our time again.” In the near future, restaurants are set to open throughout Hopewell. A local popular restaurant The Boathouse Restaurant Group has four locations in Richmond and is forecast to have the newest location to open at City Point. “We have a pizzeria, donut shop, and coffee shop underway and two other restaurants are about to be announced,” Dane said. “Within this calendar year we’ll have most of the storefront shops filled with businesses. People don’t know
Photos by Lesley Maceyak
(ABOVE) Old City Point Waterfront along the Appomattox river. (LEFT) Beacon Theatre, located downtown, offers concerts, weddings and various events.
it yet … but they will see a tremendous change with downtown Hopewell.” One of the newest businesses to help revitalize the city’s downtown area is a gourmet candy shop aptly called the Sweet Tooth Candy Shop. “The citizens of Hopewell are excited about bringing back the downtown and welcomes the Fort Lee community to share in the city’s rebirth,” said Langford. “The Fort Lee community should visit Hopewell because it is such a rich part of their history.” “People can walk on the same path that Soldiers marched down to ships waiting to carry them overseas during World War I,” she continued. “Another area is the bluffs at City Point where some amphibious landings were practiced prior to D-Day. There are several historic homes to visit including 18-century Weston Plantation. The Appomattox Regional Library System provides many services to the community for all ages. We have great programs for the children and our website provides educational opportunities for adults.” The city took ownership and restored its 1928 Beacon Theatre
after the doors had been closed for over 20 years. The Beacon is a landmark for the city and provides musical entertainment for all ages and brings in well-known entertainers throughout the year. Hopewell offers many places for history buffs to tour and explore. Hopewell offers 26 parks; some with walking and cycling trails. “Hopewell is an unique aspect of American Civil War story in particular,” said Dr. Kenneth Finlayson, CASCOM command historian. “The natural draw for people visiting Petersburg with historical interest will be the Petersburg National battlefields and Five Forks battlefield. However, if you don’t go see the Old City Point aspect of the siege, you are going to miss a major part of what made the Petersburg battlefield what it was. The Union Army was building to supply itself down here from Washington, D.C., and the North, and City Point was central to that. The city of Hopewell welcomes and appreciates the Soldiers and civilians as a part of their community, said Dane. “We want this connection to float both ways,” he said. “We want to provide for Fort Lee as they have provided for us. The festivals – such as the Beer Festival last weekend – target the Soldiers and employees of Fort Lee. We know the connection is there, and want them to be a part of our community.”
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oncommissioned officers in the 54th Quartermaster Company, 7th Transportation Brigade (Expeditionary) are saddled with an age-old problem – how to keep troops busy when they are not deployed. It is an especially difficult challenge for the Grave Diggers, one of only two deployable active duty units here. Their highly specialized mission – primarily preparing troops for burial – requires the right mix of training and resources. Creativity is a must without it. Recently, they used Sergeant’s Time to challenge Soldiers with the 54th Challenge. It consisted of a number of mostly physical events fashioned to bolster teamwork and cohesion, said Staff Sgt. Ryan Brymer, one of the NCOs in charge of the event. “You’re only as good as your weakest link,� he said, “and you’ve got to help your weakest link improve.� After completing the obstacles, many of the participants were winded and relieved. The winning team finished in 11:34 and exulted in victory. It was hard-earned but all performed well, said SSG Michael Potts. “They really pushed hard. They put themselves out there and really gave it their all.� -– Staff Reports
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Photos by T. Anthony Bell
(LEFT) A team of Soldiers race to flip a tractor tire to the finish line. (TOP) Pvt. Tyler Kerestly and Spc. Brett Lockett shoulder a 5-foot log through the course. (ABOVE) An exhausted Spc. Lloyd Williams catches his breath after an event.
(CLOCKWISE FROM TOP LEFT) Elizabeth Rothera of ER Facepaint draws an intricate design on community member Chloe Timmerman during the Saturday Life at Lee celebration for post housing residents. The event also featured games, a snow cone truck, a video game trailer, petting zoo and other activities for the youngsters. There also were numerous information booths where post residents could learn more about the many community support agencies available to assist them. s &IVE YEAR OLD 'RACE *OHNSON GIVES A HIGH lVE TO -C'RUFF THE #RIME $OG IN THE &AMILY 7ELCOME (OUSING #ENTER s 3TAFF 3GT #RAIG 4ACY /RDNANCE 3CHOOL surrounds himself with his family – Colleal, Cerenity AND WIFE (ILLARY n IN A SELlE PHOTO BOOTH USING PROPS FOR A FREE PICTURE OFFERED BY !VERY PHOTOS s #OLLEEN $OTTSON !SSOCIATION FOR 7ILD !NIMAL 2EHABILITATORS AND Educators, feeds applesauce to an opossum sitting in A STROLLER AND EXPLAINS TO !ILEORA $ORSEY AND OTHER &ORT Lee children about the animal’s eating habits at the AWARE booth. AWARE is a nonprofit organization to help rehabilitate wildlife in need and to increase public awareness of conservation issues and methods of minimizing human and pet conflicts.
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$UP\ 2.V KHDGSKRQHV IRU WURRSV ZRUNLQJ RXW LQVLGH ÀWQHVV FHQWHUV WASHINGTON – Soldiers may now listen to music devices, with command approval, while wearing the Army physical training uniform and working out at indoor fitness facilities. The change in policy was announced May 6 in a memorandum (Army Directive 2016-20) signed by Acting Secretary of the Army Patrick J. Murphy. “Effective immediately, unless the unit or installation commander prohibits otherwise, Soldiers may use headphones, including wireless or non-wireless devices and earpieces, in uniform only while performing individual physical training in indoor gyms or fitness centers,” Murphy wrote in the memo. The headphones cannot be more than 1.5 inches in diameter and the memo states violators may be subject to administrative or disciplinary action under the Uniform Code of Military Justice. To push music through “conservative and discrete” earpieces, Soldiers also are permitted to “wear electronic devices, such as music players or cellphones” on their
waistband, in accordance with AR 670-1. That regulation specifies the color of the carrying case for such a device must be black. The directive also permits Soldiers to wear a “solid-black armband” to hold their electronic device, but only while in the gym or fitness center. When Soldiers walk out of the gym or
fitness center, however, the arm bands, music devices and the headphones must be put away. Sgt. Maj. of the Army Daniel A. Dailey said the new policy is something Soldiers have told him they wanted for a while. “This change came about because Soldiers stood up at one of my town halls and asked about it,” Dailey said. “If we
can make changes that improve morale, and don’t adversely affect discipline, I’m all for it.” The memo applies to Army National Guard and Reserve troops as well. It’s expected the new rules regarding the wear of music devices and headphones in installation gyms will be incorporated into the existing uniform policy, AR 670-1, by the Army’s G-1. Local command officials reiterated the requirement for unit leaders to approve headphone usage as specified in the directive. Advanced individual training Soldiers should not assume it has been authorized until they are given the verbal OK by their chain of command. Those performing physical training outdoors in a civilian or off-duty capacity at Fort Lee also are reminded of CASCOM and Fort Lee Regulation 190-5, which prohibits the wearing of headphones while walking, running, jogging, riding a bicycle or operating a motor vehicle along roadways on post. The rule applies to family members and visitors, as well. Headphones may be worn if the physical training is being performed on a closed running track or PT field completely separated from roadways. – Army News and Staff Reports
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HISTORIC PHOTO
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This installment of the Historic Photo of the Month looks back to May 1954 and the first anniversary of when the Fort Lee Traveller changed to a larger size newspaper. “As this is the first anniversary of the new Fort Lee Traveller, it seems an appropriate time to explain to the people of Lee just how their paper is gotten out each week. It has been a program of the paper to feature some office on post each week describing its operation. This week the TRAVELLER itself is the subject.” This is the editor’s note appearing under a large front-page banner headline “Full-Size Post Newspaper
Celebrates 1st Birthday” in the May 21, 1954, edition of the weekly publication. The subhead read “Traveller Inside Story: How It Works.” “How does the FORT LEE TRAVELLER come out each week? Who are the people responsible? What do they do?” the article began. “The TRAVELLER is run as any civilian newspaper. The people who do it are Soldiers. That’s about the only difference.” The actual staff of the TRAVELLER is small. It consists of two men – a private first class who acts as editor, and a corporal who acts as sports editor. These two are the backbone of the operation. They get the paper out. “Pfc. Jack Hamilton is the editor. His chief function
is to see to it the happenings on post are covered by the paper. He edits the copy that is submitted by others. He rewrites it if necessary, writes headlines and writes some copy himself. He makes up the paper, placing the stories with headlines in an attractive, readable manner on the pages. “Cpl. Bob Kurland is the sports editor. He has sole charge of covering and reporting to Lee fans happenings in the Lee world of sports. He covers athletic events, reports them and performs the makeup of the sports page. He prepares outside releases to the hometown of the players and reports Lee contests to outside civilian newspapers. “In addition to these two men, the core of the opera-
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The caption of this photo that appeared in the May 21, 1954, edition of the Fort Lee Traveller read, in part, “NOW ONE BUT GOING ON TWO. Blowing out the symbolic candle at the FORT LEE TRAVELLER’s first birthday party are Pfc. Jack Hamilton, left, editor; and Cpl. Bob Kurland, right, sports editor. Looking on, left, are contributing members of the Public Information Office: Pvt. Barbara Wells, Pvt. John Vlases, Pfc. Nick Nyary and Lillian Beloin. The newspaper is now the largest weekly in Virginia in circulation and the sixth largest in the South.”
tion; other personnel of the Public Information Office contribute stories to the newspaper. These are Pvt. John Vlases, Mrs. Lillian Beloin, Pvt. Nick Nyary and Pvt.
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Vietnam and Desert Storm Veteran retired Col. Mark Rich discusses his upbringing, military career and the Army values he learned along the way during a May 9 professional development talk at the Joint Culinary Training Center. The audience was mostly advance individual training Soldiers from Whiskey Company, 266th Quarter Master Battalion. “I think the Soldiers really enjoyed hearing from someone who volunteered to go to Vietnam, speaks three languages and is a former green beret and airborne ranger,” said Capt. Donald Purnell, Whiskey Co. commander. During the training, one of the Soldiers asked him how he coped with being away from home in Vietnam. Rich responded “I stayed physically fit.” “This is something we have been trying to get many of our Soldiers to understand,” Purnell said. “To hear it come from a Vietnam vet is priceless.”
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Veterinary technician Allison Halter draws blood from rottweiler Kleopatra while animal care specialist Sgt. Ariel Pryor assists during a routine canine checkup May 6 at the Fort Lee Veterinary Treatment Facility. Kleopatra, about a year old, hardly reacted to the procedure. The clinic hours are 8 a.m. - 4 p.m., Monday- Friday. It can be reached at (804) 734-2446.
TRAVELLER | ‘It’s a big operation. An important
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a service to Leemen. Contained in them are small bits of news with a very restricted application. They’re interesting to the men in the unit, but not of general enough interest to make a news story. “How does a story get into print? The post is divided into several beats. A “beat” consists of a num-
ber of offices that a reporter contacts for news. If one of the beats reports something newsworthy, Mrs. Beloin writes a story for release to outside media and also for the TRAVELLER. “The editor decides whether the story is suitable for the TRAVELLER. If so, he edits it, making the style conform to that of the TRAVELLER. The editor decides
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Transporter triumph Sustainer one of five named to Olympic team
SAN ANTONIO – Five Soldiers are among the first 100 athletes named to the U.S. Olympic Team scheduled to compete at the summer games Aug. 5 -21 in Rio de Janeiro. Rapid-fire pistol shooter Sgt. 1st Class Keith Sanderson, race walker Staff Sgt. John Nunn and Modern Pentathlete Sgt. Nathan Schrimsher – a motor transport operator from the Transportation Corps – are Soldier-athletes in the U.S. Army Installation Management
Command’s World Class Athlete Program at Fort Carson, Colo. Shotgun shooter Sgt. 1st Class Glenn Eller and rifle shooter Sgt. 1st Class Michael McPhail are Soldier-athletes in the U.S. Army Marksmanship Unit at Fort Benning, Ga. Opening Ceremonies for the Rio Games are set for Aug. 5 with competition in 306 events scheduled in 42 sports among athletes from 206 countries. The Olympics embody the enduring resilience of Soldier-
athletes’ commitment to teamwork, determination and perseverance. These five Soldier-athletes project a positive image of the Army and set a standard of excellence for all Soldiers to emulate. Schrimsher, 23, a native of Roswell, N. M., now stationed at Fort Carson, will make his Olympic debut in Modern Pentathlon, a five-sport event consisting of fencing, swimming, equestrian show jumping, cross-country running and pistol shooting. After get-
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ting started in the sport at age 12, he soon began dreaming of becoming an Olympian. After three successful appearances in the Modern Pentathlon Junior World Championships, Schrimsher quickly climbed the ranks of the U.S. men’s senior division. In July of 2015, Schrimsher was the first individual named to the 2016 U.S. Olympic Team after he finished third at the Pan American Games in Toronto to earn a berth in the 2016 Rio Games. “A lot of people were telling me I could relax because I didn’t have the pressure of qualifying anymore,” the motor transport operator recalled. “But now the pressure to compete, and go win that gold, that’s on. It’s another set of pressure, but I’m ready for it.” Sanderson, 41, a three-time Olympian from San Antonio, is the most decorated competitive pistol shooter in U.S. military history. He is scheduled to compete Aug. 1213 in the two-day 25-meter rapid fire pistol event.
Nunn, 38, a native of Evansville, Ind., who lives in Bonsall, California, also will be competing in his third Olympics. He finished 43rd in the men’s 50-kilometer race walk with a personal-best time of 4 hours, 3 minutes and 28 seconds at the 2012 London Olympic Games. Eller, 34, a native of Houston, will compete in his fifth Olympics. He won the gold medal for double trap at the 2008 Beijing Games. Eller was named USA Shooting’s Athlete of the Year in 2001, 2002, 2003, 2008 and 2013. In 2012, he deployed to Afghanistan as a marksmanship instructor. He is scheduled to compete Aug. 10 in Rio. McPhail, 34, originally from Darlington, Wis., missed making the prone rifle finals by three-tenths of a point at the 2012 London Olympics. He has won 10 medals in international competition including two World Cup victories in 2015. McPhail is scheduled to compete Aug. 12 in the men’s 50-meter prone rifle event. More Soldier-athletes and coaches remain in contention for spots on Team USA in shooting, rugby and track and field. Those selections will be made by late July. Visit www.ArmyMWR.com/ Olympians to track the SoldierOlympians on their road to Rio and throughout the games.
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Members of the Bravo Company, 832nd Ordnance Battalion, Frisbee team exult as a result of winning the Ultimate Frisbee Championship May 4 at Williams Stadium. Bravo defeated the Air Force team 8-4 to win the title. Bravo’s Kam Brammage was named most valuable player.
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KENNER CONNECTION | HEALTH EDUCATION
What to know about brain injury, prevention Corretta Custis KAHC Nurse Case Manager
As rainy spring weather transitions to hot and sunny summer days, many will increase their time outdoors to enjoy everything from camping and boating to biking and sports. One of the downsides of this trend is the greater risk for injury if individuals overlook safety guidelines or forget to wear protective gear. It is important to always keep safety in mind and take steps to prevent brain injuries – one of the most common and potentially life-threatening traumas among active individuals. A traumatic brain injury occurs when “an individual sustains a serious bump, blow or jolt to the head or a penetrating wound that disrupts the normal functioning of the brain,” according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. It can vary from mild to moderate or severe. Common symptoms may include headache, confusion, dizziness or nausea. According to the Brain Injury Association of America, 2.4 million people sustain a TBI every year across our nation. Most are able to quickly resume their daily lives, however, at least 125,000 annually are permanently disabled by this type of injury. Brain traumas are serious and more common than most imagine. It can be seen on the battlefield, football field, playground and even in one’s home. TBI awareness is becom-
ing more prevalent in the media with the NFL and military alike. As men and women in the armed services return home and reintegrate with family, the once misunderstood and misdiagnosed symptoms of TBI are becoming increasingly familiar through research and greater publicity. Brain injury awareness should be a yearlong commitment to ensure individuals protect themselves and others on the job and off-duty, and immediate medical examination steps are taken anytime someone experiences a head trauma. Remember to use your head the right way while enjoying outdoor activities with family and friends. Wear a helmet when riding
a bike and seatbelts in a car. Seek early medical attention for head traumas. If you or someone you know may have sustained a head concussion, consult a health care professional. Be aware of the symptoms and pursue follow-up treatment as needed. For Kenner Army Health Clinic beneficiaries, initial evaluation can be requested through the primary care provider. The primary care team will work together to evaluate immediate needs and, if necessary, refer individuals to a network provider or another military treatment facility. For further information on concussions or traumatic brain injuries, visit www. cdc.gov, www.dvbic.org or www.biausa.org.
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LOCAL ACTIVITIES
FOR THE
EVENTS Run for Fallen Registration | Ongoing Fort Lee’s 6th annual Run for the Fallen is set for June 11, 9 a.m. - 12:30 p.m., at Williams Stadium. Participation is free and open to the public. The event features a 1-mile and 5-mile course for runners and walkers. Registration is required. Participants can pick up their race bibs June 7, 11 a.m. - 4 p.m., at the Fort Lee Federal Credit Union, 4495 Crossing Blvd., Prince George, and June 8, 11 a.m. - 5 p.m., at ACS, building 9023, 1231 Mahone Ave. Photographs of fallen service members to be placed along the route can be dropped off at ACS or emailed to sos@leemwr.com. Check-in starts at 8:30 a.m., June 11. To pre-register, visit www.leemwr.com/ runforthefallen or call the SOS team at (804) 734-6445 or 734-6446.
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hosted by Fort Lee Fire and Emergency Services. The training is set for June 17-18, 8 a.m. - 5 p.m., at the Ordnance Resiliency Center. The course will use lessons learned from the military and apply them to the civilian world of tactical medicine. The cost is $245 per person. Southside Regional Medical Center, one of the sponsors of the class, is funding a portion of the course fees. Students must register by June 3 so materials can be ordered. For details, email jeffrey_mcphearson@ chs.net or call (804) 765-5689.
‘Once Upon a Mattress’ | Final Weekend The Fort Lee Theater Company’s production of “Once Upon a Mattress” ends its run this weekend at the Lee Theater. The final performances are May 20 and 21, 8 p.m., and May 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.
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Lee Theater Group Auditions | Registration is open for a new civilian May 24, 26
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Logistics students and teachers from the Chesterfield Technical Center and instructors from the Fort Lee Logistics Training Department pose for photo during a visit here May 9. The CTC teacher William Jenks – a retired Army colonel, former 23rd Quartermaster Brigade commander and QM School assistant commandant – coordinated the tour of LTD. During the day, the students observed and participated in the Global Combat Support System-Army instruction provided at the facility. They also toured the Mock Supply Room and observed a unit supply specialist class. The visit concluded with a tour of the Automated Logistical Specialist Supply Warehouse Training Facility where they received some hands-on training, participated in the GCSS-Army classroom module and had an opportunity to operate the Atlas II Simulator.
hold auditions for “A Closer Walk With Patsy Cline,” May 24 and 26, 7 p.m., at the Lee Theater, building 4300, Mahone Avenue. Director Frank Foster seeks one man (early to mid-30s) to fill multiple roles of Little Big man, a radio DJ and a narrator, and four men (ages 25-35) for the role of a gospel quartet. Those auditioning should prepare a song and bring sheet music in the correct key (accompanist provided). Readings will be from the script. Rehearsals will begin immediately after casting for a Sept. 9-25 production run. No performers are paid. For details, call (804) 734-6629.
SOS Butterfly Release | May 26 The annual Army Community Service Survivor Outreach program butterfly release is set for May 26, 10 a.m., at the Memorial Garden adjacent to ACS on Mahone Avenue. It is a special ceremony aimed at remembering, honoring and respecting the nation’s fallen heroes. The families of fallen service members are given a butterfly that will be released in memory of their loved ones. For details, call (804) 734-6445.
Historic Marker Unveiling at CASCOM | May 26 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.
FMWR Beer,Wine, Spirits Festival | June 4 The Regimental Community Center, in partnership with the Fort Lee Army and Air Force Exchange, invites community members to the Beer, Wine and Spirits Festival June 4, 4-7 p.m., at the FMWR facility.
Participants can sample a selection of the best offerings of local and national brewers, vintners and distillers. The first 100 ticket holders to arrive will receive a complimentary wine glass. Tickets are $15 in advance or $20 at the door. Tickets are available at Leisure Travel Services, located in the Warrior Zone, building 3650, C Avenue.
KAHC Advisory Council Meeting | June 6 Kenner Army Health Clinic will hold its next Patient and Stakeholder Advisory Council Meeting on June 6, 3 p.m., in Maj. Gen. Kenner Command Conference Room 2 (Room C-102). KAHC beneficiaries are invited to the meeting. The meeting topics will include provider shortages, a facility update and readiness/Medical Protection System. The group serves as a “patient voice,” encouraging the community viewpoint regarding military health care. For details, call (804) 734-9512.
QM Regimental Ball | June 10 A Quartermaster Corps Regimental Ball will be held June 10, 6 p.m., at the Lee Club. Tickets are $50 a person. For details, call (804) 734-6250 or 7347170.
ACS EFMP Change of School Seminar | May 25 The Exceptional Family Member Program in partnership with the Fort Lee School Liaison Officer will hold a Positive Change of School Workshop May 25, 10:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m., at the School Age Center, building 10605, Yorktown Drive. The program will provide an overview of best practices for families preparing for a move including methods of travel, enrollment documentation, tips for moving with a family member with special needs and more. Registration is required. For details, call (804) 734-2878 or 7346393.
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Calendar, continued SPORTS & FITNESS FMWR Armed Forces Day Runs | May 21 Armed Forces Day 5K and 8-Mile runs are set for May 21, 8 a.m., at Williams Stadium. The cost is $25 for all participants. Registration at the stadium begins 6:45 a.m. on race day. It is open to all ages and the general public. To pre-register, visit https://www.raceit. com/Register/?event=31724.
CYSS campus. The event is for ages nine and older. The cost is $6 each. Participants will learn how to identify clues and use tracking technologies to locate their objective. Registration is required and can be completed at Parent Central Services, building 10624. For details, visit leemwr.com or call (804) 765-3852.
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Spring Fling Festival | May 21
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. Participants should register by May 27 at fortleesamcgolftournament.com. For details, call (254) 681-6117 or email eliannamarie97@yahoo.com.
A Spring Fling Festival featuring a car show, cornhole tourney and motorcycle charity ride will be held May 21, beginning at 10 a.m., at Fats Bar-B-Q and Grill, 19606 Carson Road, Dinwiddie. Proceeds benefit the Dinwiddie Relay for Life. For details, call (804) 920-6157.
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Tours of America’s first iron furnace – circa 1619-22 – will be held May 21, 11 a.m. - 4 p.m., at Falling Creek Ironworks Park, 6407 Jefferson Davis Highway, Chesterfield. Activities also include costumed interpretations, living history and period demonstrations, and more. For details, call (804) 751-4946 or email www.fallingcreekironworks.org.
CYSS SKIES Camping Clinic | June 1 Fort Lee Child, Youth and School Services will hold a camping clinic in conjunction with Fort Lee Outdoor Recreation June 1, 4:30-5:30 p.m., at 15014 5th St. The class is for youth, ages 6-16. The cost is $10. Participants will learn the fundamentals of camping. Registration is required and can be completed at Parent Central Services, building 10624. For details, visit leemwr.com.
CYSS Mother-Son Dance | June 11 Fort Lee Child, Youth and School Services will host its first Mother-Son Dance June 11, 5-8 p.m., at the Regimental Club. Tickets must be purchased by June 3. The cost is $30 per couple and $10 per additional child. For details, visit leemwr.com or call Parent Central Services at (804) 765-3852.
CYSS Geo-Caching Scavenger Hunt | June 27 A Geocaching Scavenger Hunt, hosted by Fort Lee Child, Youth and School Services, will be held June 27, noon - 2 p.m., on the
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Falling Creek Ironworks Tour | May 21
Magnolia Grange Quilting Demonstration | May 21 The Chesterfield Historical Society of Virginia will present an event featuring quilting styles and techniques May 21, noon, at Historic Magnolia Grange House Museum, 10020 Iron Bridge Road, Chesterfield. The program is free and open to the public. Tours of the 1822 home will be available following the program. For details, visit, www. chesterfieldhistory.com.
Mental Health Awareness Fair | May 21 The National Alliance for the Mentally Ill and M. Louise Davis will host a free Mental Health Awareness Fair May 21, 3-6:30 p.m., at VFW Post 622, 1925 Johnson Road, Petersburg. The theme is “Problems Leading to Mental Disorders.” For details, call (804) 524-0251.
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current home 2. Pomp and tradition are staples at this complex for equines (two words) 3. Established by a steel magnate, it is the most prestigious music venue in the United States 4. This ancient facility was famous for its gladiators (one word; contemporary spelling) 5. Was the first U.S. stadium to use artificial turf 7. This stadium hosted the most Super Bowls 8. A Fort Lee athletic facility is named after him, a Soldier formerly assigned here who was killed in war (last name) 11. The Big House is a facility associated with this sport For this week’s answers, visit www.ftleetraveller.com/ community_life/puzzle/.
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