Serving the Soldiers, Civilians and Families of 2nd BCT, 4th Inf. Div.
Issue 110 Sept. 13, 2012
Veterans remember 9/11 victims Story and photos by Sgt. April York 2nd BCT, PAO, 4th Inf. Div.
Rays of sunlight broke through the clouds and peeked over the Main Street Bridge to shine during a tribute ceremony for the fallen heroes of Sept. 11, 2001, hosted by The Center for American Values at the Historic Arkansas River Walk in Pueblo, Sept. 11. Col. Omar Jones IV, commander, 2nd Brigade Combat Team, 4th Infantry Division, joined veterans, Pueblo City and Pueblo West firefighters, Pueblo City policemen, Pueblo Police Honor Guard retire the Colors to remember the Pueblo County sheriffs and local residents in remembering the events fallen of 9/11 during a memorial located on the Arkansas River Walk of Pueblo, Sept. 11, 2012. Wreaths were placed at the base of 9/11. of the memorial to remember the sacrifices made by those lost “We are here so we never forget,” during the attacks. Jones said. “It’s important for the Pueblo Weisbrod Aircraft Museum and the families of the great Americans that we lost American GI Forum men’s and women’s that day to know that we are never going to chapters laid wreathes of flowers at the base forget their sacrifice, who they were and the of the memorial in memory of all the men contributions that they made. and women who lost their lives in the 9/11 “I was at the Pentagon when it got hit, attacks. and it is a very personal experience for me Residents viewed the ceremony in silence having actually gone through the attack. from across the river. The simplicity and Fortunately, for me and my team, we were all emotion of the ceremony made it memorable. able to evacuate the building safely.” “It’s events like these that plant the seed in The ceremony consisted of posting our youth,” Rooney said. “So that we remain and retiring the Colors, speeches, wreath great as a country, we have to have them dedications, a volley from a firing squad and focused on honor, integrity and patriotism.” the ringing of the firemen’s bell. The ceremony ended with a special signal In May 2012, a steel beam from Ground from a fireman’s bell to honor the fallen of Zero was unveiled as part of the 9/11 9/11. memorial just outside the steps of The Center “In the past as firefighters began their for American Values. tour of duty, it was the bell that signified According to Trish Rooney, manager, The the beginning of the day’s shift,” said Center of American Values, the 9/11 tribute Christopher Riley, Fire Chief, City of Pueblo. ceremony is an annual event held in Pueblo “Throughout the day and night each alarm and in previous years, it was held at Gateway was sounded by a bell, which summoned Park, but all future ceremonies will be held these brave souls to fight fires and to place outside the center. their lives in jeopardy for the good of their Jones, along with representatives from fellow citizens. When a fire fighter had died the Pueblo City Fire department, Pueblo in the line of duty it was the mournful toll of City Police department, Pueblo County the bell that solemnly announced a comrades Sheriffs Office, Pueblo Veterans Ritual Team, passing. Home of Heroes Marine Corps League, “To symbolize the devotion these brave American Legions Post #2, Pueblo West souls (9/11 victims) have done their duty a Fire Department, Colorado Patriot Guard, special signal of three rings, three times each
Col. Omar Jones IV (middle), commander, 2nd Brigade Combat Team, 4th Infantry Division, and Sal Torres, member of the Pueblo Veterans Ritual Team prepare to place a wreath at the base of a 9/11 memorial at the Arkansas River Walk of Pueblo, Sept. 11, 2012.
represents the end of our comrades duties. To those that have selflessly given up their lives for the good of their fellow man, their task complete, their duties well done. To our comrades—their last alarm.”
Firefighters from Pueblo City Fire Department hang a flag above the area where the 9/11 remembrance ceremony will take place at the Arkansas River Walk of Pueblo, Sept. 11, 2012.
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Warhorse Pride
Story by Sgt. Jarrad Spinner 2nd BCT PAO, 4th Inf. Div.
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he time to choose your federal, state and local elected officials is fast approaching. The Fort Carson Voting Assistance Office is encouraging Soldiers to register for the upcoming elections, Nov. 6. Voting assistance officers, through the Federal Voting Assistance Program, are working to keep Soldiers informed before and during the election process, and help service members and their Families register to vote. “It’s extremely important, you have a right as a U.S. citizen (to vote),” said Chief Warrant Officer 3 Richard Giadone, voting assistance officer, Mission Support Element, Fort Carson. Giadone encouraged all Soldiers to take advantage of the liberty afforded to them
and vote. “Decisions are made for your life based off the ballots,” said Giadone. “They can affect your living area, water, electricity or whether you get a raise next year; it’s your responsibility.” Voting assistance officers are getting the word out through posters, fliers and email. All personnel who have a Fort Carson email account were sent a notification the last week in July, with step-by-step directions on how to properly register in their state of residence. To register to vote in this year’s election using an absentee voting ballot go to http:// www.fvap.gov/. The process can take as little as five minutes to complete online by filling out a federal post card application, voter registration and an absentee ballot request. “I did it in Iraq in 2008,” said Sgt. John Nyehart, unit supply specialist, Headquarters and Headquarters Troop, 2nd Special Troops Battalion, 2nd Brigade Combat Team, 4th
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Infantry Division. “The process was simple and the website is very easy to navigate.” To register on the website, Soldiers will need to select the active duty member or non-active duty member icon, then click on their state of residence and whether they want to register to vote or receive a ballot. They can also choose for which election they want to vote. Soldiers and family members need to submit their name and their e-mail, address or fax phone number on the FVAP website to receive a ballot by e-mail, mail or fax. The recommended mailing dates of ballots for the upcoming election vary depending on your location. Deployed Soldiers are required to submit their ballots four weeks prior to election dates, Soldiers stationed overseas need to submit ballots three weeks out, and Soldiers within the U.S. need to submit at least one week prior to election dates. For more information or assistance, contact a voting assistance officer or go online to www.fvap.gov.
Mountain Post run
Command Sergeant Major Joe Burney, senior enlisted leader, 204th Brigade Support Battalion, 2nd Brigade Combat Team, 4th Infantry Division, leads the “Rough Rider” Battalion during the post run, Sep. 7.
Warhorse Pride Col. Omar Jones IV........................2nd BCT Commander Command Sgt. Maj. Robert Lehtonen....2nd BCT CSM Staff Sgt. Andrew Porch..................................PAO NCOIC Staff Sgt. Ruth Pagan.........................Layout and Design Sgt. April York......................................Layout and Design
Soldiers of 1st Squadron, 10th Calvary Regiment, 2nd Brigade Combat Team, 4th Infantry Division, roll their squadron mascot down the road during the post run, Sep. 7, 2012. Noncommissioned officers and junior enlisted Soldiers from across post gathered to call cadence and build esprit de corps.
Sergeant Major Jerome Nichols, operations sergeant major, 1st Battalion, 67th Armor Regiment, 2nd Brigade Combat Team, 4th Infantry Division leads the “Death Dealer” Battalion during the post run, Sep. 7.
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Aztec tow-step present an evening of original music and selections from a Simon and Garfunkel songbook. At the Black Sheep 8:00 pm
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New Arts Alley Openings Sean O’Meallie and the Figure, Form and Decay Sept. 7-28 Modbo- 17C E Bijou School House Rock Live Jr. Freedom Performing Arts Center 7:00 pm
Family Readiness Group
Walk to end Alzheimers America the Beautiful Park 9:00 am Mutemath (band) At the Black Sheep 7:00 pm Tickets in Advance $25 at the door $28
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The America the Beautiful chorus presents a free program of barbershop 4-part harmony. At Village Christian Church 2:00 pm
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Bilingual story time 4:00 pm Sand Creek Library Branch, Colorado Springs, CO
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Imagination Celebration: Golden Dragon Acrobats Pikes Peak Center 7:00 pm
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FRSA Information
3-16 FAR Dyanne Beckman.........................................................526-1635 dyanne.m.beckman.civ@mail.mil
2nd BCT Valarie Adams............................................................524-4797 valarie.a.adams.civ@mail.mil
1-67 AR Valerie Mansapit...........................................................524-1476 valerie.j.mansapit.civ@mail.mil
1-10 CAV Francy Avizu...............................................................526-1946 francy.avizu.civ@mail.mil
204th BSB Barbara Young...............................................................526-4172 barbara.a.young.civ@mail.mil
Arts Walk with Mayor Bach Join the Pikes Peak Art Council and the City of Colorado Springs for art and fitness. Walk begins at City Administration Building. Meet at 8:30 am
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Colorado Springs Dance Theatre presents Aspen Santa Fe Ballet At the Craftwood Inn 6:00 pm
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2-8 IN Ursual Pittman...........................................................526-0727 ursual.t.pittman.civ@mail.mil 2 STB Spc. Morgan Madrick..............................................503-2602 morgan.a.madrick.mil@mail.mil Find us on Facebook at: http://www.facebook.com/2bct4id
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Better Opportunities for Single Soldiers
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BOSS UPCOMING EVENTS 22 SEPTEMBER -There will be a BOSS volunteer opportunity for an Autism Speaks Walk. Volunteers will need to meet at the HUB at 0645-1300 and will be assisting in handing out water and snacks. 27 SEPTEMBER - Thunder Alley Bowling Center will be hosting the monthly BOSS bowling night. Bowling will start at 1800 and go to 2100. The first 20 Soldiers will get to bowl for free. $5 will cover 3 games of bowling, shoe rental, food and drink. 2BCT will be starting a competition between companies and will reward the highest bowling score with a bowling trophy, which will be defended monthly. So bring your “A� game 28 SEPTEMEBER - BOSS will be providing transportion to Denver for Oktoberfest. You do not need to be 21 to attend. Transportation will be leaving the HUB at 1700 and will be returning at 0200. The next Installaion BOSS meeting will be hosted at the HUB, on post, Sept. 20 at 2:00 pm. All Soldiers are welcome to attend and express their ideas for possible future events.