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Jennifer ScalesPublic Affairs Specialist

Step out of your office, look around yourparking area, and chances are you will seethe handiwork projects of civil engineerintern LaNesha Mincey. Mincey’s main pri-ority is getting all signs for Stewart-Hunterin compliance with the installation designguide.

There is more to just hanging a sign, as

Mincey well knows.“I speak with the customer to ensure how

the sign should look, from the correct sym-bol to making sure it is visible, closeenough to the facility, but not so far out inthe street as to where it could get hit.”

Mincey is also capable in handling indi-vidual job orders, which may include suchrequests as gazebo placements. This wouldinclude her visiting and evaluating the areafor sturdiness, distance from the facility,

and safety measures. As an intern, Mincey has been assigned

to Stewart-Hunter for two years, at the endof which she will be placed in a designatedpermanent assignment. But since herarrival here in 2006, Mincey’s rotationalschedule through the Directorate of Public Works has included such areas as opera-tions, business, housing, integrations,environmental and natural resources. A rotation through the Army Corps of Engineers is also scheduled in the coming months.

But why would this soft spoken young lady take on an engineering career, whenshe could have been a doctor, nurse,teacher, or in some other female genderclassically tagged position?

“I wanted to be an architect,” saidMincey. “It just happened that I was speak-ing with someone who introduced civilengineering to me. And civil engineering has a lot of other career opportunities where I would not have to focus on justone. It branches off to environmental,hydraulics, transportation, geotechnical.”

Phyllis Brown and summer may havealso played a part in her decision. Brown,her mother, is an engineer at AberdeenProving Grounds in Mincey’s home stateMaryland. Mincey also worked summerprograms that guided and sparked herinterest in engineering. After graduation in2003 from Morgan State University inBaltimore, Mincey worked as a state gov-ernment contractor. Mincey credits heralma mater as having a program that seeks women to come into the engineering study path. Mincey also completed her master’sdegree in environmental management in2006 from the University of Maryland’s

online program.There are still more men in the Army

intern program than women, opinedMincey. She said she still gets doubtfulreactions from men and other individuals when she shows up as the engineer.

“I think it has a lot to do with my look, asI look younger than my age. I am oftenmistaken for someone in high school orstill in college,” began Mincey. “I do feelthat I have a lot to prove because of thatand I have to portray myself in a different way to be taken more seriously than if I was

just going about my regular routine. Every task I get, I take it seriously. I let themknow right off the bat that I’m a profession-al and if they see beyond how I look, I cando tasks given to me. It is challenging, butI have gotten used to it.”

Mincey’s advice to those who may have adesire to chase a career or education pathin engineering is to start early.

“While in middle school or high school,involve yourself with some college or uni-versity program that offers engineering.Talk to some engineers. Go online and getinformation. Research an industry and getinformation about what engineers do fortheir company,” said Mincey.

“And try to get a lot of hands on experi-ence, especially internships while in col-lege, to make sure this is what you want todo”.

Mincey concluded, “A lot of doors havebeen opened for female engineers, thoughthere are still some disparities betweenmen and women.”

“Just know that we are capable of doing the same thing as a male engineer. We canbe trusted, we are smart, and we are intelli-gent,” she said.

Frontline 1B August 16, 2007 The

Stewart/Hunter Lifestyle

Pat YoungFrontline Staff

On August 30, Fort Stewart-Hunter Army Airfield and the Marne Division will farewell, Virginia Wren, an American Red Cross representative who’s provided nearly 39 years of ser-vice helping Soldiers, Families andcommunities at home and abroad.

During the honorary luncheon atClub Stewart Aug. 30, leaders, co-work-ers, community members and friends will say thank you for her efforts.

Wren spent many of her years of ser-vice deployed in support of the mili-tary.

While deployed to Camp Anacondain support of Operation Iraqi Freedomin 2004, she helped Soldiers find timeto dance and enjoy the festive musicand culinary cuisine of an authenticMexican Cinco de Mayo celebration.

On that occasion she recalls wanting tomake the event special for the Soldiers.

With the help of the directorate of Morale, Welfare, and Recreation, a few military volunteers, three Mexican disc jockeys, and nearly 600 pounds of som-breros, picante-sauce, chips and deco-rations, the event proved to be a nightto remember.

“From (9 p.m.) until (midnight) wesaw over 250 personnel dancing andeating, and that night we had no rocketalerts,” Wren said. “We almost forgot,for one magic night, where we were.”

Lynn Pentecost, American Red CrossStation Manager at Fort Stewart hasknown Wren for several years and worked with her indirectly while Wren was deployed.

“She is very outgoing and enjoyshelping the servicemembers and theirFamilies,” Pentecost said.

Pentecost said Wren has been sta-

tioned around the world providing American Red Cross services to count-

less people and understands the hard-ship experienced by the military, hav-ing had as many permanent changes of stations as many Soldiers, and being there to help provide support to themand their Families.

“This has been a fantastic life experi-ence,” Wren said. “I am very proud of the American military community andhave been honored to be associated with such outstanding representativesof our country.”

Wren said working with volunteers,especially in the military environmentallows people to be part of something meaningful.

“It makes you grateful for your ownsupport system and exposes you to themost wonderful people, both co-work-ers and clients. It also brings out talents you never knew you possessed.”

Red Cross worker, supporter of military retires

Pat Young

Virginia “Jenny” Wren, an American Red Cross representive who works at the Audie Murphy Soldier Support Center on Stewart retires Aug. 31 with nearly 39 years of service to the nation and military Soldiers and Families.

Intern proves civil engineering no longer man’s world

ChaNae Bradley

LaNesha Mincey reviews just a few of the many plans, designs, and diagrams for Stewart-Hunter in her position as civil engineer intern.

Nondice PowellHunter Public Affairs

The new school year is fastapproaching for students in theSavannah-Chatham County PublicSchool System. School begins Sept.4 for all students.

Some students have used part of their summer vacation to preparefor the school year on their own ini-tiative and based on recommenda-tions from the school district’s sum-mer reading list. Some schoolsrequire students to complete shortassignments on the books they read.Thirteen-year-old Shanequa Brown

spent some of her vacation studying.“I’ve been doing my assign-

ments,” said Brown, a seventh grad-er at Southwest Middle School. “Ihad to read three books and then dobook reports.”

In addition to studying, studentshave been getting needed supplies,to include uniforms. All Savannah-Chatham County students from pre-kindergarten to 12th grade arerequired to wear uniforms. Theschool district’s Web site, www.sccpss.com, has more informa-tion on the uniform policy.

If Families feel they are not able toafford uniforms, they need to con-

tact their school’s principal. Theschool provides uniforms to the stu-dent at no cost if the need is real.

Families can find the school yearcalendar, information on free andreduced lunches, how to enroll yourchild in school, information onschool buses and much more on thedistrict’s Web site. Cellular phonesand other prohibited items also arealso listed.

Students attending PulaskiElementary School, who live onHunter Army Airfield, may ridebuses provided by the installation. All other students on post, who needbus transportation, will ride with

First Student, the bus company con-tracted by SCCPS to transport stu-dents. For more information on theHunter buses, call 315-5865. CallFirst Student at 201-5591 or [email protected].

The school district takes part inthe Military Child EducationCoalition. They look out for theunique needs of the military child.For more information on theMilitary Child Education Coalition,go to www.militarychild.org .

The Savannah Civic Center willhost the Back-to-School Showcasefrom noon to 3 p.m., Saturday.

Parents will be able to find informa-tion on enrollment, uniform policy,school zones, free and reducedlunch, Parent-Teacher Associationmemberships, after school pro-grams and much more.

The Brown children are looking forward to the start of the new school year. It is an opportunity tocontinue to grow and to reconnect with old friends.

“I can’t wait to get back to school,”said Shanequa. “I get to see every-body again, see who my new teacheris and in seventh grade you learnnew things. I can’t wait to learn new things.”

School year quickly approaches in Chatham County

Courtesy photo

Savannah High School opens to students Sept. 4 as Chatham County Public School System begins a new school year.



A A F E S P R E S E N T S

AUGUST 16 THROUGH 22

Pets of the Week

Curtis the kitten and Twiggy the puppy

are some of the many homeless pets at

the Fort Stewart animal shelter. The shelter

has pets of all kinds, sizes, and breeds in

their care. If you are interested in adopting,

call the Fort Stewart Veterinary Clinic at

767-2842.

MWR Briefs

2B Frontline August 16, 2007 The

1408Today— 7 p.m.(John Cusack, Samuel L. Jackson)

Renowned horror novelist MikeEnslin believes only in what he cansee with his own two eyes. But after astring of best-sellers discrediting paranormal events in the most infa-mous haunted houses and grave- yards around the world, he has noreal proof of life - afterlife.

Enslin's phantom-free run of long and lonely nights is about to changeforever when he checks into suite1408 of the notorious Dolphin Hotelfor his latest project, "Ten Nights in

Haunted Hotel Rooms."Defying the warnings of the hotel

manager, the author is the first per-

son in years to stay in the reputedly haunted room. Another best-sellermay be imminent, but first he mustgo from skeptic to true believer - andultimately survive the night.

Rated PG-13 (violence, terror,frightening images, language) 104min

Harry Potter and the Orderof the Phoenix

Friday, Saturday — 7 p.m. Aug. 22 — 7 p.m.

(Daniel Radcliffe, Emma Watson) As his fifth year at Hogwarts

School of Witchcraft and Wizardry

approaches, 15-year-old Harry Potter is in full-blown adolescence,complete with regular outbursts of rage, a nearly debilitating crush, andthe blooming of a powerful sense of rebellion. It's been yet another infu-riating and boring summer with thedespicable Dursleys, this time withminimal contact from our hero'snon-Muggle friends from school.Harry is feeling especially edgy atthe lack of news from the magic world, wondering when the freshly

revived evil Lord Voldemort willstrike. Returning to Hogwarts will bea relief, or will it?. Rated PG-13 (fan-

tasy violence, frightening images) 138min

DOA: Dead or AliveSunday — 7 p.m.(Natassia Malthe, Jaime Pressly)Four voluptuous girls, each with

unique fighting styles, are invited topartake in the “Dead or Alive” fight-ing tournament on an exotic island.

Rated PG-13 (martial arts actionviolence, sexuali ty,nudity) 90 min

Pet fostering availableCaring for your pet while your loved one is deployed can be

a difficult task and this valuable program can assure that yourfurry loved one receives the proper care he deserves, in asecure and loving environment. “Dogs of Deployed Soldiers” will help you find a foster Family for your dog during yourSoldiers’ deployment. In order to be considered, your dog must be up to date on all of their vaccinations and must bespayed or neutered. Current vet information must also be

provided and only Family-friendly breeds will be consideredfor the program. The program has been successful thus farplacing at least 10 dogs into foster care. Those who are inter-ested in having their dog fostered or who are interested inbecoming a foster Family should contact Nancy Hanson at598-4134.

Benefits for 15:12 Initiative FamiliesThe following MWR facilities are offering discounts to

Families of deployed Soldiers who fall under the 15:12Initiative:

Taylors Creek and Hunter Golf : Receive $10 off on thegreens fee all day Monday - Thursday, receive $10 off on thegreens fee after 1 p.m. Friday - Sunday, and $10 off lessons.Call Stewart, 767-2370 or Hunter, 315-9115.

Stewart Lanes: $1 game and shoe rental 50 cents onMonday nights. Participants must sign-in with their last

name, last four digits of their social security, and providedeployed Soldiers unit name. Call 767-4273, for more infor-mation.

Hunter Lanes: $1 game and shoe rental 50 cents, every Saturday. For more infomation call 315-5695/6279.

Tumbling classes at CDCTumbling classes for children ages 2 and older are avail-

able at the Child Development Center, building. 403 every Tuesday from 9 - 9:45 a.m. Children must be registeredthrough Child Youth Services.

Mommy, Me Tumbling classes availableTumbling classes are offered every Wednesday at Jordan

Gym from 9:30 - 10:15 a.m. for ages 12 months - 2 years, andfrom 10:30 - 11:15 a.m. for ages 2 - 4. Sports physicals arerequired for all participants. Register by calling 767-6071.

Dance classes offered Youth enjoy dance classes every Friday at Hunter Army

Airfield School Age Services. Classes include creative move-ment from 5 - 6 p.m. for ages 3-5, ballet/tap/jazz from 6 - 7p.m. for ages 6-9, and from 7 - 8 p.m. for ages 10-18.Interested particiapants should sign up at central regista-tion, building 1286.

For more information, call 767-6071.

After school transportation availableChild and Youth Services offers free after school trans-

portation to Fort Stewart Youth Center for 6th grade stu-dents at Diamond Elementary School.

Transportation is open to registered CYS members. Formore information, call 767-4491.

Belly dancing classes availableCome and learn the art of Middle Eastern dance. Class is

free and open to women of all ages. Registration is notrequired.

The classes start 10 a.m. Saturday in the Palmetto room atClub Stewart. Please dress comfortably and bring a scarf to wear around your hips. For more information, call 767-9336.



Winn BriefsMass School Health Screenings

Children ages four and older entering Georgia’s School system for the first timemust have the Georgia Certificate of Eye,Ear and Dental Screening form and theGeorgia Certificate of Immunization com-pleted. Winn Army Community Hospitaland Tuttle Army Health Clinic want to help you get a head start on preparing for theupcoming school year.

Winn’s ma ss school health screening willbe on a walk-in basis Aug. 23, from 9 a.m. to

2 p.m. and will include hearing tests, visiontests, dental exams and immunizationsadministration. Sports physicals will also beoffered.

Tutt le’s ma ss school health screening willbe by appointment only Saturday Aug. 25,from 8 a.m. to noon and will include hear-ing tests, vision tests, dental exams andimmunizations administration. Sportsphysicals are available by appointment only at Tuttle. To schedule an appointment atTuttle call, 435-6633 or 1-800-652-9221.

Parents need to bring the child’s immu-nization/medical records and military IDcard. The screening could take up to 2 hoursdepending on your child’s needs. Childrenmay be seen at either screening locationregardless of where they are assigned.

Canceling your appointmentIf you need to cancel your scheduled

appointment, please contact your provider within the appropriate time frame. Usually,provider’s offices require notice 24 to 48

hours prior. In many specialties, such aspediatrics, appointments are in highdemand — your early cancellation will giveanother patient the opportunity to haveaccess to timely medical care. Please call atleast one day in advance to cancel yourappointment to allow someone else toreceive medical treatment. Call 435-6633 or1-800-652-9221 to cancel.

Tuttle Army Health Clinic hoursTuttle Army Health Clinic is open

Monday-Friday 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. The phar-macy, laboratory, radiology and medicalrecords are also open Monday - Friday 8a.m. to 5 p.m. The clinic is closed the fourthThursday of every month from 8 a.m. to 1p.m. for training. For more information, call315-6500/6811.

Winn/Tuttle observe holidaySeptember 3 is Labor Day, a Federal holi-

day. On Sept. 3, services at Winn Army Community hospital will be limited to inpa-tient care and emergencies. Full operations will resume Sept. 4.

Sports physicals availableSchool sports physicals are available by

appointment during normal clinic hours

Monday through Friday at Winn’s Pediatricsand Family Practice clinic. Please bring thesports physical form from the school to your appointment. To schedule a sportsphysical, call the appointment line, 435-6633.

HEALTH W•A•C•HWinn Army Community Hospital

B I R T H A N N O U N C E M E N T SProvided by Winn Army Community Hospital

Jerry HarbenArmy Medical Command Public Affairs

What exactly is a post-deploymenthealth reassessment? Where can I get helpfor my spouse who is having nightmaresabout experiences in combat? My buddy said he's thinking about committing sui-cide, what should I do?

Such questions come to the fore whenSoldiers must deal with the stress of war.Now there is a new source for quick accessto answers. A new World Wide Web site — www.behavioralhealth.army.mil.

Topics include behavioral-health needsbefore, during and after deployments; pre-and post-deployment health assessments;post-traumatic stress disorder; suicide pre-vention; Battlemind training; and resources where Soldiers and Families can get help.Links and points of contact are provided foradditional information.

Fifteen to 30 percent of Soldiers return-ing from Iraq experience post-traumaticstress symptoms or other mental-healthsymptoms. This is not unusual after com-

bat. Recognizing and treating these symp-toms early is key to preventing them frombecoming a disorder such as post-traumat-ic stress disorder.

From the new site's front page, peoplecan navigate quickly to pages for newsabout military behavioral-health issues,frequently asked questions or other sourcesof information. A page labeled “Get Answers” will allow people to submit spe-cific questions to be answered by experts.

Other links from the front page lead topages where information is gathered forgroups of people with common interests —Soldiers, couples, children, extendedFamilies, National Guard, Army Reserve orbehavioral-health providers.

Other pages provide information on spe-cific issues, such as post-traumatic stressdisorder, suicide prevention, behavioral-health research, Battlemind training or theassessments and reassessments the Army conducts to detect health problems fordeploying and redeploying Soldiers.

Some of the tools available will helpFamilies recognize symptoms of stress dis-orders, and help parents explain deploy-ments to children of various ages.

Col. Elspeth C. Ritchie, psychiatry con-sultant to the Army Surgeon General, said

specific information for unit commanders will be added to the site, and other addi-tions are being made to adjust to changing needs of Soldiers and their Families.

Behavioral health Web site offers answers


July 19• DaShawn Micheal Cobb , a boy, 7 pounds, 15 ounces, born

to Darryl Cooper and Cheri Cobb (dependent daughter of Staff Sgt. Carlton Cobb).

July 23• Carlie Grace Singleton , a girl, 7 pounds, 6 ounces, born to

Spc. Lance Ray Singleton and Jeanna Gale Singleton.

July 28• Amarah Arianna Wilson, a girl, 6 pounds, 12 ounces, born

to Spc. Sandra Wilson and Spc. Robert Hudson.

July 30• De’shaun Micheal Smith, a boy, 8 pounds and 10 ounces,

born to Pfc. Joyceann Smith and Pfc. Byron Smith.

August 1• Kail Isaiah Arthur Hall , a boy, 7 pounds, 1 ounce, born to

Spc. Derek Hall and Kathryn Hall.

• Micha el Jeffrey Taylo r, a boy, 7 pounds, 2 ounces, born toSpc. Marc James Taylor Sr. and Michelle Mendez Taylor.

• Jayd en LaMont McBride, a boy, 7 pounds, 10 ounces, bornto Pvt. Kendra Larae McBride and Spc. Tremayne OthellMcBride.

August 2• Matthew Trent Hutchison, a boy, 9 pounds, 3 ounces, born

to Spc. Christopher Hutchison and Dannielle Hutchison.

• Lliam Russell Tveten , a boy, 8 pounds, 5 ounces, born to

2nd Lt. William Eugene Tveten and Jennifer Nicole Tveten.

• Anthony Cha rles Henderson Jr., a boy, 7 pounds, 2 ounces,born to Sgt. Anthony Henderson and Tomisena Henderson.

• Keko Ho’oponoma ika’ipiliokeakoa Ortiz, a boy, 6 pounds,9 ounces, born to Sgt. Joshua Ortiz and Rebecca Ortiz.

August 4• Sophia Marguerite Porter, a girl, 9 pounds, 11 ounces,

born to Spc. Michael Howard Porter Sr. and Kaci Porter.

• Caylah Chamire Tate, 7 pounds, 11 ounces, born to Staff Sgt. Carvet Tate and Shameka Tate.



Chap. (Capt.) Jim McNeely224th MI

With every birthday that comes my way, Irealize that love is much more about deedsthan words; more about an attitude of giv-ing than forced duty.

Little infants are starved for love. Somesay the human need for love is a basic needfor good health. Hugging, cuddling, andtalking to a baby fills something insidetheir heart. They feel something warm andpositive inside.

In some Families, the ability to give loveto children is broken. In most cases, thiscomes from feelings of pain and rejectioninside the parent(s) and other care-givers.Children learn that words and actions arenot always in harmony. Promises are nice,but not until they happen. Saying, “I love you” to someone often requires acts of loveto reinforce the words; kissing, praise, andsimple spending time together are a few examples.

Those of us on a faith journey need toremember this important principle. Peoplein our world are yearning to see something. As a Christian, I want people to do morethan hear me, write, or speak words aboutJesus Christ. I want them to see him aliveinside me. My prayer is that all of us canbring out the kind of divine love found inthe world religions to our world.

Those actions must be married with an

attitude of love if they are to have theirintended impact. Nothing is more uncer-tain than good works committed out of duty without the heart.

The word “compassion” literally means“with passion.” Th is indicates showing lovefor others passionately, wholly and fromthe heart.

So being a compassionate person beginsin the heart. It flows from a spirit that hasbeen touched by God’s kind of love, who

then can pass on divine love using divinemeans.

Caring for others is not good enough.Our ministry – and I believe all people areministers – must be actions married withheart. Acts of mercy committed from aheart of selfishness does not qualify ascompassion. But, outreach and love from aheart sincerely rooted in a passion for achanged world through changed lives is

compassion applied. As we ponder the idea of compassion,

remember these two important principles.Compassion is an important value for Army chaplains. May it also be the way wedescribe everyone’s lives in deed and atti-tude.

Our Sacred Values: Compassion begins from the heart

CHAPLAIN’S

CORNER


Chapel Schedule

11 a.m. to Noon, Sunday

10:15 a.m. - Liberty and Hendrich, Liberty and Sicily,Liberty and Anzio,Liberty and Rome

10:20 a.m.- Jasmine and Skyland Spruce, Jasmine and Liberty Wood,Wild Fern and Golden Birch

10:30 a.m. - Schofield and Sansidro, Schofield and Hollandia,Rogers and Argyle

10:40 a.m. - Naktong and New Guinea, Ormoc and New Guinea

10:50 a.m. - Marne Chapel

10:55 a.m. - Victory Chapel

at School Age Services(across from Diamond Elementary)

For all kids Grade K-6

Exciting Bible Lessonswith music, puppets, videos, crafts, games

Questions?Contact Chaplain Ric Thompson at 767-6831

Scheduled Bus Pick-up

Kids ChurchFort Stewart

Catholic Location Time

Sunday Mass . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Heritage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9 a.m.Saturday Mass . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Heritage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5 p.m.

ProtestantContemporary Worship . . . . . . . . . . . .Marne . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11 a.m.Gospel Worship . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Victory . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11 a.m.Traditional Worship . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Marne . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9 a.m.American Samoan . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Vale . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11 a.m.Liturgical Worship . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Heritage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11 a.m.Kids’Church(K to 6th grade) . . . . . . . . .Across from Dia.Elem. . . . . . . . . .11 a.m.PWOC (Tuesday) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Marne . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9:30 a.m.

IslamicFriday Jum’ah . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Marne . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1:30 p.m.Contact Staff Sgt. Aiken at 877-4053.

JewishContact Sgt. 1st Class. Crowther at 332- 2084.Friday . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Marne . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11:30 a.m

Hunter Army AirfieldCatholicSunday Mass . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Chapel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11 a.m.

ProtestantSunday Service . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Chapel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9 a.m.

Religious Education ContactsStewart and Hunter,Director of RE, Mike Iliff, call 767-9789.

Stewart Catholic RE coordinator, Beth Novak,call 767-6825.

Hunter Catholic RE coordinator,Pamela Perez, call 315-5440.

Fort Stewart Chapel Youth Ministry

Junior and Senior High Students! Join us for free games and pizza

6:30 - 8 p.m. Sunday,at Vale Chapel in Bryan Village.

For more information,

call 877-7207.

Rehearsals are 7 p.m. every Tuesday at First Presbyterian Church,Hinesville. Contact Cathy Goolsby toget your book and rehearsal CD [email protected] or 369-4818and Ronald Calhoun [email protected] or247-3424.

Liberty County

Mass Choir




Savannah Cultural Events Activities sponsored by the Savannah Department of

Cultural Affairs include these ongoing events: Every first Friday of the m onth

Folk Music by Savannah Folk Music Society, 7:30 p.m., free,at Wesley Monumental United Methodist Church.

The Arts at City Market Center, upstairs, Jefferson and WestSt. Julian Streets, free, 6:30- 8:30 p.m. Call 232-7731.

Every first Saturd ay of the m onth

Adult and youth basic ballroom dance classes, by MoonRiver Dancers: 1-3 p.m. at the West Broad Street YMCA, 1110May Street. Admission is $3 per person. Call 925-7416 or visit www.savannahusabda.org . Every third Wednesday of the m onth

Open Mic Poetry Night - sign up at 7:45 p.m., Gallery Espresso, 6 East Liberty St. Call 233-5348 for more informa-tion.Saturdays and Sundays

Flannery O’Connor Childhood Home Foundation tours 1-5 p.m. every Saturday and 1-4 p.m. on Sundays. Located at207 E. Charlton St. on Lafayette Square.

Born in Savannah in 1925, writer, Mary Flannery O’Connor, lived in a Charlton Street house until 1938.

Today, it is maintained partly as a memorial to her and

partly as a literary center for Savannah. Call 233-6014. Every Sunda y

Oldie Goldies Sunday at the American Legion Post 500,1716 Montgomery St., 4-8 p.m. Call 925-7116.

The Reel Savannah Film Group presentations, 7 p.m.,Sunday evenings at the Lucas Theatre. Tickets cost $6 and areavailable an hour before showtime.

Visit AASU Arboretum

Armstrong Atlantic State University has an arboretum,

which encompasses the 250 acre campus displaying more

than 100 species of trees and 200 species of shrubs and other

woody plants. The Fern Collection, featuring 23 varieties of

native and non-native ferns, is on the west side of Jenkins

Hall. Plants with white flowers or white variegated foliage

make up The White Garden behind the administration build-

ing. The Ginger Collection focuses on seven groups of ginger

plants and is at the south end of Hawes Hall. For more infor-

mation or to schedule an educational tour, call AASU’s plant

operations at 921-5472.

Frisbee golf offered at Richard B. RussellDisc golf may not get much coverage by sports writers, but

it has a loyal following of fans who enjoy exercising outdoors while testing their throwing skills. The game is played muchlike regular golf, only the players throw special discs into bas-kets rather than hitting balls into holes. The typical course

features 18 “holes” with challenges of trees, streams and othernatural obstacles.

One of the most scenic and well kept disc golf courses inGeorgia is at Richard B. Russell State Park in Elberton. While

hiking between tee pads, players enjoy the rolling greenscenery of this pastoral park. The cost is only $2 for parking and $1 per person to play. After a fun game in the field, visi-tors can enjoy watersports on Lake Richard B. Russell, explor-ing hiking and biking trails, or relaxing at numerous picnicspots throughout the park. Overnight accommodationsinclude lakeside cottages and shaded campsites. Richard B.

Russell State Park is located eight miles northeast of Elbertonoff Hwy. 77.

For more information, call 706-213-2045 or visit www.gas-tateparks.org.

Join ballroom dancingHere are your opportunities to join together with Seaside

Dance Association on Jekyll Island: The association has week-ly dance classes Thursdays: 7 p.m., welcome and registration;7:15 p.m., basic syllabus I dance class and advanced syllabusII dance practice; at 8:15 p.m., advanced syllabus II danceclass and basic syllabus I dance practice.

Cost is $4 per class for members and $7 for non-members.Membership costs $25 annually. For information, call 634-9527.

Telfair open six days a week

The Telfair Museum of Art is on Telfair Square at 121Barnard St. in Savannah. Admission is $10. The museum isopen 1-5 p.m., Sunday; noon-5 p.m., Monday; and 10 a.m.-5p.m., Tuesday-Saturday. For more information, call 232-1177.

Commentary by: Sasha McBrayerFort Stewart Museum

It has been quite a while since audiences were graced with a good old sci-fi/ film noir inthe tradition of Blade Runner.

No, it doesn't count that Blade Runner is re-released every 4 years. I could really poke funat a director who can't decide which version isthe director's cut (there are seven cuts of themovie: director's, international, domestic,final, and broadcast, with the FINAL final cutdue out in October). But because Runner issuch a classic, I'll be kind.

The first Matrix movie came close to match-ing the level of grit, but exploded with itssequels into the kind of spectacle that so isn'tfilm noir. Even V for Vendetta, from the cre-ators of the Matrix , shared that dark and claus-trophobic vision of the future, but was a littletoo Phantom of the Opera to satisfy as wide anaudience as good old Blade Runner.

For this reason I was especially excited totake 2006's Renaissance off the rental racksrecently. All I knew when I carried it home withme was that it featured the voice talent of Daniel Craig (the new 007) and that a band of

French guys had created it to be their own ver-sion of the Ridley Scott classic. Oh yes, and it isanimated.

Now that brief explanation seems ratherlacking. First of all, it isn't a cartoon in the tra-ditional sense of the word. It is filmed in abizarre amalgam of styles. First, the entire film was acted out by real people andfilmed with motion capture. Yes,the same way Andy Serkis is cap-tured to become Gollum andKing Kong, 3-D rendering was

first employed for Renaissance.Filmmakers could have stoppedthere, but for some odd reasonthey didn't.

Next, they added black and white animation. When I say black and white, I don't mean likeSchindler's List or The GoodGerman, either, I mean true, terribly high con-trast, no gray what-so-ever, purely black andpurely white.

The result was a sophisticated cartoon thatlooks like a cartoon, but contains the realismof human movement; eyes that blink, lips thatsmirk, and very real fight sequences. In fact itlooks a lot like Sin City , except Sin City never

made my eyes hurt.These filmmakers went to a lot of trouble,

working for years and years to make a master-piece, an amazing story, an original film noirdetective hero, and an amazingly detailed andbeautiful vision of 2054 Paris, but you couldn'tsee it! The contrast is so high that you don't

really know what you're looking at. All the amazing futuristicinventions created just for thismovie are lost. You have to see it3 and 4 times before you go, “Oh,

look at that. I see what it is now.”Even the story, a fiercely orig-inal mystery about corporatemonsters and a search for eter-nal youth, loses its ferocity because of the delivery. Theresult is a painfully long cartoonthat hurts your eyes.

If I could tell these guys one thing it wouldbe please, gentlemen, add a bonus feature to your DVD which allows audiences to watchthe movie again (should they have thepatience to do so) in non-high contrast, sothey can spot all the things they missed!

Meanwhile, The Simpsons Movie is out intheatres. It begins with Homer's clever tirade,

calling the audience idiots for paying to watchsomething at the theatre that can be viewed athome for free. Besides that little gem, and thestrange amusement I get from seeing a pig forced to walk on the ceiling to a made uptheme song, this film is just an over-hyped,elongated version of the show with somethings thrown in not allowed on television—and for good reason. Nothing seemed new. Inoticed several plot devices already done onthe series' long run on Fox. From a run in witha hallucination inducing Native American to

Bart considering joining the Flanders-clan,there just wasn't anything fresh involved.My fingers are crossed that Beowulf starring

Angelina Jolie, Ray Winstone, Crispin Glover, Anthony Hopkins, Robin Wright-Penn, andJohn Malkovich won't be the nextRenaissance. Beowulf had been done todeath, but not like this. As its teaser trailerreveals in theatres now, this one is also a 3-Dmotion capture animation, much like ThePolar Express, and thankfully not in black and white. And this time Jolie is a remarkable vil-lain in the role of the monster Grendel's moth-er, who seems to taunt the tragic hero muchmore than she did in the epic poem. Beowulf will be released in November.

Movies contrast, offer customer choices

Alice Maniece of San Antonio, Texas, is a RedCross volunteer working

in the Allergy and ImmunizationClinic at Winn Army Community Hospital.

Maniece volunteers to help out where she can in the hospital. Herinterests and hobbies include bak-ing and reading.

If you’d like more informationabout becoming an American RedCross volunteer at Winn, callBrigitte Roberts at 435-6903.

Volunteer SpotlightMeet

Regina D. Rieger, CNM

Specialty: Certified Nurse MidwifeMedical degree: Georgia UniversityBoard certification: Nurse Midwife

Community invited to Freedom Walk 2007Special to the Frontline

Fort Stewart, the 3rd Infantry Division, the City of Hinesville andLiberty County will come togetherSunday, Sept. 9 at twilight near Warriors Walk here to commemoratethe sixth anniversary of Sept. 11,

2001.The commemoration, a local

Freedom Walk, is part of the national America Supports You. More infor-mation can be found at www.americ-asupportsyou.mil/freedomwalk/cam-paign.

Freedom Walks are being held inother communities across the nation.The local Freedom Walk serves as areminder for why we are fighting theGlobal War on Terrorism and alsohonors the Soldiers, veterans, andfirst responders who are and haveput their lives on the line every day.

The walk is not a commercially sponsored event, although a number

of Hinesville and Liberty County businesses and the Chamber of Commerce, and veterans groups are working with U.S. Army GarrisonFort Stewart planners to make it anappropriately solemn and support-ing event. The Walk honors city,county and installation first respon-

ders, Soldiers and veterans andMarne Division Soldiers who havegiven their lives in the GWOT. Theevent overlooks Warrior’s Walk wheretrees were planted commemorating Soldiers’ sacrifice to their country.

The solemn event will have groupsand individuals walking either ashort or long course around FortStewart’s Warriors Walk to remember9/11. First responders, Soldiers andarea groups and citizens will partici-pate in the walk. A pre-walk ceremo-ny will be held at 5:45 p.m. TheFreedom Walk begins at 6 p.m. Publicparking for the event opens at 4 p.m.near the site.

Pat Young

The 2006 Freedom Walk featured static displays from surrounding communities and more than

1,000 participants.

Winn Army Community Hospital1061 Harmon Ave. Fort Stewart, GA

(912) 435-6965www.winn.amedd.army.mil




Special to the Frontline

Fort Stewart-Hunter Army Airfield will host its quarterly Town Hall meeting at 5:30 p.m., Aug. 21 at Club Stewart.

The garrison commander, Col. Todd Buchs, will presenta pannal of experts to address community members’ con-

cerns at the event.Community members who are unable to attend can

watch the meeting live on Marne Television Channel;channel 16 at Fort Stewart, and channel 7 at Hunter. Sprintcustomers at Hunter must cut off the receiver then tunetheir television to channel 16 to receive the event. Viewerscan call in their questions using phone lines setup for theevent. Callers at Stewart can call 767-Rock (7625); peopleat Hunter can dial 315-7625. For more information aboutthe town hall metting, call 767-1257.

Issues that were covered at the May 1 Town Hall meeting ranged from AAFES support to concerns for the Staff Judge Advocate and are listed below.

Directorate of Public Works

Question: What are the future plans for the stables?There have been rumors about the stables closing.

A nswer: The Bits and Bridles Riding Club is a privateorganization that currently uses excess stable spaceon Fort Stewart. Their lease is good until August 2008. Dueto requirements for real estate space, a part of the westernsection of the current pasture will have to be used to con-struct facilities for incoming units over the next year or so.DPW Master Planners have wal ked the ground with mem-bers of the riding club and have shown them exactly whatthat will entail. The club is satisfied with this short termchange. The extended future of the riding club area will bedependent on real estate requirements for future growth.These additional changes, if any, would require a closing and/or relocation of the club. The Fort Stewart garri son is working closely with the members of the riding club to keepthem informed of any potential changes in the short term,and although there are no guarantees, the Command willcommit to at least looking at other areas on the installati onthat could potentially be suitable for a riding club. The cur-

rent status is that the Bits and Bridles Riding Club canmaintain the majority of their current area until Aug. 08.

Directorate of Morale, Welfare and Recreation

Q: Can a second boy scout troop be established onpost?

A : Yes. DMWR approved the second troop. A leader isappointed and the new troop is now accepting mem-

bers.

Directorate of Emergency ServicesDPW, GMH Housing

Q: My concern is dogs barking at 10 p.m.-6 a.m. By regulation dogs should not be left unattended with

no cover. I have called the MPs.

A : Pets that are deemed a nuisance can result in petprivileges being revoked. Pets that habitually or

repeatedly bark in such a manner or to such an extent thatit disturbs others is categorized as a nuisance.Circumstances such as this should be reported to the com-munity management office for assistance to resolve thisissue. Pets will not be chained outdoors and left unattendedor unsupervised at any t ime. If the owner is not home, dogsmay not be chained outdoors. Pets may be left in fenced-in- yards for short periods of time with proper food, water, andshelter as long as they are supervised. The Fort Stewart andHunter Army Airfield Police Departments and GMH are cur-rently working together to identify areas of concern.Residents can report nuisance animals (as defined in theResident Guide) to GMH Community Management OfficeMonday-Friday 7:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m. and to the appropriatepolice desk outside normal business hours. The telephonenumbers are: Stewart GMH: 408-2460; Stewart police: 767-

4895/2965; Hunter GMH: 459-2133 and Hunter police: 315-6133/6134.

DMWR

Q: Could the Town Hall meetings be scheduled toensure that FRG meetings are not scheduled on thesame day?

A : The garrison commander has encouraged FRGs notto schedule FRG meetings on the Town Hall date and

to schedule the FRG meetings on the consistent nights eachmonth to take advantage of the availa ble child care. On Aug. 2, an e-mail reminder was sent out to the FRGs of theupcoming Town Hall meeting.

Staff Judge Advocate, Finance

Q: Finance reimbursed me for 10 days of temporary lodging expense. How can I get the TLE extended to

20 days?

A : The entitlement to temporary lodging expense isauthorized under the Volume 1, Chapter 5, Part H:

TLE reimbursement is limited to: 10 days for a PCS to aCONUS PDS (a member may split the days among oldCONUS PDS, new CONUS PDS, and designated place inCONUS). Normally, TLE is limited to 10 days, although itcan be increased to 20 days if the installation has been des-ignated as an installation experiencing a sudden increase inthe number of members assigned. Currently, Fort Drum isthe only installation designated.

DPW, GMH

Q: There are childless Families living in three to fourbedrooms while Families with children are waiting

for housing. I have been in a hotel for four weeks. I don’tget a choice in the housing. This is not fair.

A : GMH Military Housing qualifies residents for bed-room size based on number of Family members and

ages of dependants. If we exhaust one list, but have Families

on the next li st waiting for housing, then we can offer thatFamily the next size home based on no waiting list for thatsize/type unit and current availability of the larger housing unit. The homes will not be left vacant if there is no waiting list. They will be offered to the next applicant on the next wait list. Also, when qualifying applicants for housing, theyare asked to submit birth certificates and/or DEERS paper- work for qualifying dependants. If such documentation isprovided, the Soldier qualifies.

DPW, GMH

Q: At Fort Hood, larger swimming pools and tram-polines were allowed if you had a fenced yard.

Could the resident’s guide be amended, if a resident had afenced yard? Can a waiver be signed to have a largerswimming pool or trampoline?

A : Standards concerning trampolines and swimming pools will continue to be the same for fenced and

unfenced yards. Trampolines are not allowed, and swim-ming pools will be six foot by one foot. Insurance restric-tions prevent GMH from deviating from the current policy of no trampolines, and a uthorized swimming pools being one foot in depth and six feet in diameter. Even if addition-al insurance is obtai ned by the resident, it does not relieveGMH of being the primary property owner and manager.

DPW, GMH

Q: My problem is securing GMH housing. I will notgo off post and pay above my BAH and live in poor

housing. I am already in a financial hardship due toextended stay in the hotel. Is there something that can bedone to help Families, instead of going to AER to pay back the financial assistance that the Family cannot afford torepay?

A : GMH strives to get Families into a home as soon aspossible. This is based primarily on what is availa ble

at that time. GMH does not have any homes designated astemporary quarters. This maximizes our ability to providepermanent housing to our residents as vacant quartersbecome available.

DMWR

Q: I have a large dog, a German Shepherd. Can a dogpark be built to exercise him?

A : A planning and design charrette was held June 19for a pet boarding facility. Date of completion is June

2008. The pet boarding facility will have small outdoorruns and a l arge exercise area, approximately 80'x 8', for theboarded dogs. The funding for this project does not al low for a dog park at this time. However,i t may be a future project, if an adequate area is located within housing.

DES, DPW, GMH

Q: I live directly behind the Bryan Village shoppette.I am having issues with the GMH and the MPs.

There are speeding vehicles and teenagers hanging outand they have destroyed the area. There have been fights.I have called the MPs and they told me to call GMH. GMHtells me to call the MPs. The small park was removed. Theteenagers threaten the smaller children and run themfrom the area. The area is dirty. The cats are using thesand as a litter box.

My concern is that GMH and MPs don’t care. Teenagershave set fires. Residents have caught the perpetrators.The MPs deny ability to apprehend. Children are allowedto go without any type of punishment.

A

: The Fort Stewart Police has employed a dedicatedradar patrol in all housing areas to address speeders.

Individuals caught exceeding the posted speed limit arebeing issued citations.

As to the area being “destroyed”, after reviewing a ll cal ls inthe Bryan Village area over the past few months, DES hasnot been able to identify any vandalism, damage, or fightsinvolving teenagers.

There were several instances identified where young chil-dren were (under the age of five) causing damage to vehiclesand preteen children engaged in fighting, but no reportedteenage problems.

If residents observe anyone (regardless of age) committing criminal activity, they should call the police for assistanceand they will respond.

DES will take into custody individuals who are caughtcommitting a criminal offense and will process them IAW applicable Federal and/or State law.

The police will notify GMH of all non-criminal violations

of the GMH Resident Guide for appropriate action.

Stewart-Hunter Town Hall scheduled Aug 21,

community members invited to attend, call-in

Callers at Stewart can call 767-Rock(7625); people at Hunter can dial315-7625. For more informationabout the town hall meeting, call767-1257.

Frontl ine Staff

See MEETING Page 7B

Nancy GouldHunter Public Affiars

Hunter Army Airfield Garrison Commander Lt. Col.Daniel Whitney and Hunter Command Sgt. Maj.Clifton Aarons, unveil the new memorial sign dedicat-ing the Hunter Sports Complex officially Aug. 10 as thePfc. John C. Squires Fitness Center.

Squires was a 3rd Infantry Division Soldier whoreceived the Medal of Honor for his service during World War II. Whitney honored Squires for his World War II contributions in battle and emphasized the

important role physical fitness plays in combat readi-ness.

"Physical fitness and sports programs enhancequality of life, improve productivity and bring positivephysical and mental changes," Whitney said.

The one-year-old complex also brought positivechanges for Hunter's sports program, according toMichael Hughes, Hunter Army Airfield sports director.

"With three lighted fields we can now hold multiplegames at the same time," he said.

"The complex has improved scheduling flexibility inthe program, especially with flag football and softballgames played here this past season." The SquiresSports complex also features a lighted practice field,

restroom facilities, a concession area and an office with scoreboard stations.

Jimmy McSalters

Fitness Center dedicated to Pfc. John Squires



Special to the Frontline

Winn Army Community Hospital’s auto-mated appointment line has been updated.To access the appointment line call 435-6633or 800 652-9221.

It is user friendly. First say the name of thefacility or service, either Winn, Tuttle, Hawksor lab test results. Next say the clinic or ser-vice you are looking for. Under Winn theoptions are physical therapy, occupationaltherapy, radiology, surgery, psychiatry, Family practice, pediatrics, OBGYN, referral, special-

ty clinics, prescription refill, internal medi-

cine, podiatry, optometry, or lab test results.Under Tuttle the options are medical, dental,prescription, or lab test results. Under theHawks category the options are lab testresults, appointment or general information.

If you know the option you want, you may interrupt the system at any time. If asked forthe sponsor’s social security number, youmust give the full nine digit number, saying the digits one at a time. At most menus, youcan say clinic list or service list to hear a com-plete list of options.

WINN updates appointment line

Winn Army Community HospitalAutomated Appointment Line

Navigation Map

Welcome Menu

Winn Tuttle Hawks Lab testresults

PhysicalTherapy

OccupationalTherapy

Radiology

Surgery

Psychiatry

Family Practice

Pediatrics

OB/GYN

Referral

Specialty Clinics

PrescriptionRefill

Internal

medicine

Podiatry

Optometry

Lab Test Results

MedicalClinic

DentalClinic

PrescriptionRefill

Lab testresults

AppointmentLine

GeneralInformation

Tips:

• If you know the option you want, you may interruptthe system at any time.

• If asked for the sponsor’s SSN, you must give the full

nine digit number, speaking the digits one at a time.

• At most menus, you can say clinic list or service list to

hear a complete list of all your choices.

How To:First say the name of the facility or service.

Next say the clinic or service you are looking for.Thereafter, options are unique to each clinic.

Just say the option you want when you hear it.Example: Winn-Family Practice-Appointments

To access the appointment line call:435-6633 or 1-800-652-9221

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DES

Q: There are problems with 30-50 teenagers hanging outin one area. They are vandalizing vehicles and using

foul language. I have not seen the three-strikes-and-you-are-out-of-housing-policy being enforced. One resident whosehousing was broken into was told by the MPs that if you havea gun use it.

A : Teenagers simply hanging out (street corner, in front of their residence,parks, etc) is not an automatic violation of

policy or a criminal offense. If residents observe a criminal acthowever (vandalism, assaults, etc), it should be reported to the

police immediately. We certainly do not support individuals using (or threaten-ing to use) weapons in housing areas. The officer who madethe statement about using your own gun has been counseledand the situation addressed department-wide.

When the police respond to a call that is not criminal innature (loud music, nuisance animals, unattended children,etc), the specifics are reported to GMH immediately for a ppro-priate action.

DES

Q: I live in Marne Terrace. There is a problem with thecar speaker being too loud. It is Soldiers and spous-

es. I cannot see the vehicles license plates. There is alsospeeding through the housing. Can speed bumps beinstalled on Victory Road? I was told that no speed bumps will be installed due to the plan to demolish the MarneTerrace housing.

A : The Fort Stewart Police will begin a radar patrol in al lhousing areas where a patrol will be scheduled to run

radar for a specific time and place throughout the week. DES will make sure patrols are enforcing the post policy on thisissue,where they will stop al l vehicles with loud music coming from them and either issue a citation or give them a warning and have them turn their music down while on post.

DPW, GMH

Q: I live on Rome Street. The area is being used as ashort cut to the shoppette. There are theft issues and

debris is being dumped there.

A : A joint site visit was conducted with GMH, RCI andthe resident. The trail between the homes is well trav-

eled and has lighting from Rome St. and backlit from theBryan Village Shoppette. There is an area in the middle that isdark, but due to the small distance of the trail (100m), addi-

tional lighting would not be necessary. A safety hazard wasidentified where the trail leads up to the sidewalk. This hasbeen repaired by DPW. Since the trail is i n a common area,GMH landscape technicians will continue to remove trash inthe housing footprint.

DPW, GMH

Q: I have an issue with Tidewater. The equipment istraveling too fast. My car window was broken. If I

was asked to move the vehicle to prevent damage to thevehicle, I don’t mind moving it.

A : GMH has communicated to our landscape contractorthe importance of operating in a safe and prudent

manner at all times. GMH will continue to monitor andaddress individual i ssues as needed. Residents can reportissues that occur with the landscape contractor to Community Management Office, 408-2460.

AAFES, Commissary

Q: Can AAFES or the Commissary stock the GMH lightbulbs?

A : A vendor for the bulbs has been located. A new itemrequest was submitted, but will take 2-3 weeks to get the

approval from DeCA for the new item.

United States Medical Activity

Q: Why is there no mental health care for Family mem-bers? Soldiers have a nine day wait to be seen. A

friend who was suicidal was pushed away.

A : The Behavioral Health Clinic priority is to serve theactive duty Soldiers since the Division Mental Health

Service has deployed with the 3rd Inf. Div. We are not aware of a nine day delay in getting an appointment. Due to volume of Active duty Soldiers, the BHC is not currently accepting new Family members or retiree referral cases. Primary Careproviders are asked to refer the patients to Value Options, (1-800-700-8646). Emergency consultation will be evaluated by the BHC. BHC will continue to treat their established Family member/retiree cases for continuity of care. If patients havefurther questions, please refer them to the Patient ServiceCenter at Winn ACH.

SJA

Q: What are the victim’s rights? There are crimes com-mitted by Soldiers. What is the court process and are

victims required to attend?

A : Under federal l aw a nd regulation, crime victims havea right to be treated with fairness, dignity,a nd a respect

for privacy. They have a right to be reasonably protected fromthe accused offender and to be notified of court proceedings.Crime victims have a right to be present in most cases at allpublic court proceedings, to confer with the attorney for thegovernment, and the right to restitution, if appropriate. Victims also have a right to information regarding conviction,sentencing, confinement, and release of the offender from cus-tody. The Staff Judge Advocate has designated a victim-wit-ness liaison for Stewart and Hunter and she can be contactedat the Office of the Staff Judge Advocate, building T54, 60McNeely Road, Fort Stewart or 767-2806.

Finance

Q: Finance takes 4-6 weeks to process TLE, DLA, etc.requests. Can the process be streamlined to expedite

the payments?

A : As of May 3, our oldest TLE/DLA Voucher on hand was20 days old. The payment delay was due to a recent

increase in our audit requirements from 10 percent to 100 per-cent of all paid vouchers.

Since, mid-May, we have implemented new tracking metricsand have established a seven business day turn around stan-dard for all PCS Travel claims. As of June 4, the oldest TLEvoucher on hand is 4 business days old. As of June 4, the oldest

DLA voucher on hand is dated May 29 which is five businessdays old.

If you have any questions/concerns about your PCS travelentitlements (DLA or TLE) please contact NCOIC In/OutProcessing Sgt. 1st Class Ivory, Judith D., E-mail: [email protected], phone: DSN 767-0826/5310.

DMWR

Q: From the last Town Hall, a question was askedabout additional areas to store boats. What is the sta-

tus of the areas?

A :

DMWR is expanding the RV storage yards at bothStewart and Hunter. The projects have been fundedand both will have key pad entry. The project at Huntershould be completed during the fall of this year with theStewart project following in early 2008.

DMWR

Q: The coaches for 7 and 8-year-olds are too aggres-sive. I have seen coaches using foul language when

talking to parents and gr abbing the children.

A : Training for the coaches includes the following top-ics: respect to teamwork, child abuse, sportsmanship,

ethics, and character counts. They are required to sign acoach's standard of conduct form in order to be certified by the NYSCA. Coaches are given a card listing the pillars of character and their responsibility as a coach when they aretrained.

Depending on schedules and number of daily games, staff

members are available at each site should an incident occur.Parents are encouraged to report any overly aggressive behav-ior or the use of foul language by any coach immediately tothe Youth Sports Director at 767-4496.

DES

Q: Bicycles are stolen. When I reported it, I was toldMPs cannot do anything about it.

A : This case involved a bicycle with an unknown serialnumber that was left unattended and unsecured.

There was no evidence to review and no crime scene toprocess. This allowed the police to do very little except closethe case pending identification of further leads or a suspect. All bicycle riders are encouraged to photograph their bicyclesand register them with the appropriate Vehicle RegistrationOffice. Stewart VRO (located in building 253): 767-8484/5195Hunter VRO (located at the police station): 315-5049/6133.

DPW, GMH

Q: Is parking on the grass or sidewalks allowed in thehousing areas?

A : Per the Resident Guide: Motor vehicles are to beparked in the garage, in the driveway or in authorized

parking areas along the road surface beside the curb, in thatpriority.

No motor vehicles are to be parked or driven on the grass. Any person violati ng this regulation will be ticketed or towedby the militar y police. Vehicles that are parked in drivewaysmay not block nor hinder the free movement up and downthe sidewalks.

Time Monday through Friday 6 a.m. National Anthem/ DogFace Soldier7 a.m. CG Briefings/Audience8 a.m. Marne Report8:30 a.m. Daily Devotional/Audience9 a.m. Pentagon Channel/CG Briefings/CG Message10 a.m. Marne Chat with Dina McKain/Audience8:30 a.m. Audience9 a.m. Pentagon Channel Iraq briefings/Audience10 a.m. Audience10:30 a.m. Daily Devotionals/Audience11 a.m. Marne Education Matters with Kaytrina Sharp11:30 a.m. Safety ConcernsNoon Marne Report

12:30 p.m. Audience1 p.m. Daily Devotional/ Marne Chat1:30 p.m. Marne Education Matters with Kaytrina Sharp2 p.m. Pentagon Briefing/CG messages/ CG Briefing 3 p.m. Marne Report3:30 p.m. Safety Concerns4 p.m. Daily Devotional/Marne Chat4:30 p.m. Audience5 p.m. Marne Education Matters with Kaytrina Sharp5:30 p.m. Safety Concerns6 p.m. CG Briefings/Audience7 p.m. Marne Report7:30 p.m. Daily Devotional/ Audience8 p.m. Marne Chat with Dina McKain/Audience8:30 p.m. Marne Education Matters with Kaytrina Sharp9 p.m. Marne Report9:30 p.m. CG Stand Up or Audience10 p.m. Marne Report

10:30 p.m. Marne Education Matters with Kaytrina Sharp11 p.m. Safety Concerns11 30 M R t

Marne Television ScheduleTune to channel 16 at Fort Stewart and channel 7 at Hunter if you have Comcast cable.

Sprint customers at Hunter must cut off the receiver then tune their T.V. to channel 16.

Newcomers Expo, Community Information Fair A one stop information fair will be held 4-7 p.m., Aug. 23 at the Hunter Army

Community Service ballroom. Soldiers and new Families are invited to learn moreabout MWR programs, local and private school systems, on and off-post service ori-ented business/civic organizations. The event is sponsored by ACS and HunterSpouses Club. For more information, call 315-2694.

500,000 in ‘Hire A Hero’ scholarships availableThree scholarships are currently available to members of the military community.

They are available to Soldiers, spouses and dependants. The scholarships range from$2,000- $21,000.

The deadline for applications is Friday.The three scholarships include eight full tuition Lincoln scholarships for those

serving in the Global War on Terror overseas; 54 Lincoln scholarships awarded toUnited States National Guard members or spouses of National Guard members; and100 $2000 Lincoln scholarships for the military community, including honorably dis-charged veterans and spouses. The scholarships will be awarded in the next two weeks; make sure you are one of them. For more information visit, www.hirea-hero.org or call 1-866-440-4424.

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