Wednesday, December 31, 2014

December 31, 2014

TOW TO GO: 
Celebrate Responsibly!  Don't Drink and Drive during the holidays.  Call (855) 2-TOW-2-GO or (855) 286-9246, for a free ride home if you drink too much.  Confidential local ride within a 10-mile radius to a safe location Service is provided in Florida, Georgia and Tennessee. Free and available to both AAA members and non-members. The AAA tow truck takes the vehicle and the driver home. Go to: http://autoclubsouth.aaa.com/safety/tow_to_go.aspx   for more information. 


UPCOMING SFL-TAP (ACAP) EMPLOYER DAYS:
Fort Stewart Soldier for Life Transition Assistance Program (formerly called ACAP) Upcoming Employer Days.  If you would like to register for these events please call Michelle Gaines at 912-767-6797 or email at michelle.y.gaines.ctr@mail.mil  ::
Jan. 5, Georgia Driving Academy, 9 a.m. to 1 p.m.; 
Jan. 28, Georgia Driving Academy, 8:30 a.m. to 1 p.m.; 
Jan. 9, City of Atlanta, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., currently looking to hire Correctional Officers please bring your resume and letter of interest; 
Jan 12, Averitt, 12:30 to 3 p.m., Immediate openings for Customer Service, Mechanics, Truck Drivers visit: http://www.averittcareers.com/home.html ; 
Jan. 21, CSX & BNSF, 1:30 to 4:30 p.m., information session on how to apply with CSX and BNSF, BNSF will return to the local area in February to conduct interviews for interested and qualified candidates; 
Feb. 2, Edward Jones, 9 a.m. to 1 p.m., Immediate Openings for Financial Advisors. 

CDR/1SG FRG ESSENTIALS TRAINING, Jan. 6:
 Join ACS Jan 6 for CDR/1SG FRG Essentials.  This Training designed to assist CDR’s and 1SG’s with the setup of their FRG’s and Marne Inspection Preparation.  This event will be conducted in Bldg. 87, 9:00 - 11:30am.  Call FS (912) 767-1257 to register.

4- DAY RESILIENCY TRAINING EVENT, Jan. 12 - 15: 
Is your life running as smooth as silk?  Then this training is NOT for you.  Join ACS Master Resilience Trainers for a 4 day training event Jan 12 - 15, 8:45 - 4pm.  Learn to bounce back by learning brand new skills which helps you understand you.  This is brand new training with new movies, new exercises and helps you become a new you.  Start your life changing journey by calling FS (912) 767-3863. 

SPOUSE JOB OPPORTUNITY, Jan. 7:  
Hilton worldwide, a partner in the Military Spouse Employment Partnership, will be hosting an information session at the Education Center on Wednesday, Jan 7, 1 to 2:30 p.m. in room 223 about new job opportunities. They are recruiting for Reservations Sales Specialists in a work from home position. Both part and full time positions available, $10 an hour + performance based incentives. Call ACS at 912-767-1518 for more information.

RECYCLE YOUR LIVE CHRISTMAS TREE, through Jan. 9:
In support of its annual Bring One for the Chipper campaign, Keep Fort Stewart-HAAF Beautiful will be collecting live Christmas Trees through Jan. 9. Drop-off locations are the PX parking lots on Fort Stewart and Hunter. The trees will be used either as fish and wildlife habitats throughout the Installation or will be mulched for use at the Fort Stewart Central Energy Plant. For more information, please call 912-767-6573/5729.

LIBERTY COUNTY SATELLITE OFFICE TO END SERVICE ON POST:
Effective Jan. 5 the Liberty County Satellite Office at Building 226 Fort Stewart will no longer be providing service at this site.  Soldiers, Family Members, Retirees and DA Civilians are able to go to the Liberty County Tax Commissioner's Office at 100 Main Street, Suite 1545, Hinesville, Ga.

JPAS TRAINING, Jan. 12:
The next Joint Personnel Adjudication System (JPAS) training is scheduled for Jan. 12, 1-4 p.m. at the SFC Paul Smith Education Center, Room 179, on Fort Stewart. Only 22 seats available, so please reserve your seats soonest. This class is for newly appointed and refresher training for Stewart-HAAF appointed Security Managers. JPAS is a system where comprehensive personnel security management of all DoD employees, military personnel, civilians and DoD contractors are managed. The Installation Security Office oversees training and grants access to those personnel required. Sign up is required by Jan. 7; deadline Jan. 9 by noon.  Please call Ms Shawntell Greene @ 912-767-4291 or email Shawntell.e.greene.civ@mail.mil <mailto:Shawntell.e.greene.civ@mail.mil> to register for the Security Manager's Course and for more information about JPAS.

STEWART POWER OUTAGE, Jan. 19:
The Fort Stewart-Hunter Army Airfield Directorate of Public Works will conduct a power outage as part of the Veteran's Parkway road widening project. This is scheduled for Jan. 19 from 8 a.m. until closing. Buildings affected are: 1198, 1199, 1113, 1116, 1099, 1111, 1110, 1109, 1122, 1120, 1178, 1114, 1139, 1135, 1129, 1137, 1140, 1141, 1123, 1124, 1125, 1183B, 1180, 1186, 1182, 1168, 1184.  For more information, contact James Maddox at 912-767-5027.

HIRING FAIR AND TRANSITION SUMMIT, Jan. 21 and 22, 2015:
Hiring our Heroes presents a two-day Transition Summit for service members, veterans, and military spouses Jan. 21 and 22, 2015 at Club Stewart.  This two-day event features informative and interactive panels, recruiter training, and facilitated discussions focused on improving competitive employment for service members, veterans, and military spouses and a networking reception for employers, senior leaders, and job seekers. The summit will culminate in a hiring fair and career forum on the second day.  For more information and to register now to upload your resume to be viewed by employers before the event go to: http://www.uschamberfoundation.org/event/ft-stewart-transition-summit.

TAX CENTERS FOR FORT STEWART AND HUNTER ARMY AIRFIELD, Jan. 29:
Tax season is almost here! The Marne Tax Centers at Fort Stewart and Hunter Army Airfield will be open Jan. 29-April 30. Tax Preparers will be available to assist Solders, Family Members, and Retirees from 8:45 a.m.-4 p.m., Monday through Friday. Full service assistance for walk-in or drop-off returns. Please bring military IDs and Social Security Cards, all statements of income (i.e., W-2 forms and 1099 forms), rental property documents, mortgage interest statements, etc. For more information, please call the Fort Stewart Tax Center at (912) 767-1040 or the Hunter Army Airfield Tax Center at (912) 315-3675.

MILITARY JOB FAIR, Feb. 10:
From 10 a.m.-2 p.m., Civilian Job Military Job Fair at Club Stewart. Pre-Register now at www.civilianjob.com. For more information call 678-819-4153.

SECOND CAREER INFORMATION, Feb. 12:
From 9 a.m.-1 p.m., Marketing Yourself for a Second Career, It's a free 2 1/2 hour professional lecture for officers and senior enlisted who plan to leave the service in the near future.  Spouse are cordially invited to attend.  Locate at the Fort Stewart Education Center Bldg. 100, Speaker: Captain Patricia Cole, USN (Ret) Gain valuable insights that will help you make a successful career transition.  You will learn to understand your competition in the job hunt, overcome civilian employers' perception about military personnel, Develop the right plan for your job search and much more.  Make plans to attend this "must see" lecture. For more information, please call 912-767-6797.

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FMWR NEWS

FMWR HOLIDAY HOURS, CLOSINGS AVAILABLE ONLINE:
The Holiday closures and change of hours of Family, Morale, Welfare and Recreation facilities are available by going to the following links: Fort Stewart FMWR Facility Holiday Hours- http://www.stewartmwr.com <http://www.stewartmwr.com>; Hunter FMWR Facility Holiday Hours- http://www.huntermwr.com <http://www.huntermwr.com>.

FORT STEWART COMMUNITY THEATER AUDITIONS, Jan. 9, 10:
Auditions being held 5-7 p.m. Jan. 9 and 9 a.m.-noon Jan. 10 for Community Theater’s first production of "Vintage Hitchcock: A Live Radio Play." All auditions and call backs held at Newman Fitness Center, building 439. Two females and three male roles being cast. Please be prepared to read from the script. It’s a plus if you are comfortable making sound effects. Additionally seeking production support. If interested, please contact Christa Mancha at 912-445-1933 or Courtney Gardner at 727-517-6269. For more information, call 912-767-6212.



"COMPRESSED GET GOLF READY" AT HUNTER, Jan. 10:
Register online by Jan. 9 at www.playgolfamerica.com or call Hunter Golf Course for the Compressed Get Golf Ready program from 9 a.m.-noon on Jan. 10 at Hunter Golf Course. Open to beginners and novice players. Learn proper mechanics of golf, putting, the game, rules and etiquette. Cost is $90 per person for three-hour instructional program. For more information, call 912-315-9115.




AEROBIC-THON & WELLNESS FAIR AT STEWART, Jan. 10:
Sample various aerobic style classes taught by certified instructors with different fitness backgrounds at the free Aerobic-Thon and Wellness Fair Jan. 10 at Newman Fitness Center, building 439. Starts at 9 a.m. Kick-boxing, step, Zumba, line-dancing, Pilates and much more. Health fair features fitness assessments, including body fat measurement, nutritional information, President's Challenge Information, health screenings, and Wellness Center presence. For more information, call 912-767-3031.

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COASTAL HAPPENINGS (Events scheduled in the local area are considered public information, and mention of these events does not constitute sponsorship or endorsement.)

YMCA YOUTH BASKETBALL REGISTRATION EXTENSION:
Youth Basketball Registration has been extended to end Jan. 9 and is open for ages 3-12 at the Liberty County Armed Forces YMCA, 201 Mary Lou Drive in Hinesville. The season will now run from January 10-February 28. Volunteer Coaches also needed. For more information, call 912-368-9622 or email Brittni.johnson@ymcaofcoastalga.org <mailto:Brittni.johnson@ymcaofcoastalga.org>.

SAVANNAH THEATRE FREE TICKETS FOR THE TROOPS, ongoing offer:  With the help of the patrons of the Savannah Theatre, our goal is to provide a free night of entertainment for every active military family. If you are active military or a dependent of someone who is, a ticket to one of our great shows has already been purchased for you. Just show your active military I.D. to the box office to redeem your ticket. Call the box office at (912) 233-7764 for more details. Thank you for your service, we hope to see you at the Historic Savannah Theatre!  http://www.savannahtheatre.com/tickets-for-troops/
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Monday, December 29, 2014

December 29, 2014


STEWART TRAFFIC SIGNALS ISSUES:
The Fort Stewart-Hunter Army Airfield Directorate of Public Works is experiencing problems with the traffic signals at Hero and Austin and the signal at Hero and Steele.  These lights are in flashing mode until we get the parts to fix them.  Be cautious when at these intersections. For more information, contact Joe Sanders at 912-767-3479.

CLIENT SERVICES OFFICE CLOSURE:
The Legal Assistance Office will be closed Thursday and Friday due to the New Years and Division Training Holidays. 

OPERATION ZERO TOLERANCE:
Operation Zero Tolerance is underway and that means increased patrols and high visibility enforcement in Georgia. During this DUI enforcement campaign and every day, if you’re over the limit, you’ll be under arrest. No warnings. No excuses.  The Governor’s Office of Highway Safety has launched the annual zero tolerance campaign in conjunction with the national Drive Sober or Get Pulled Over initiative to remind all motorists that no matter where they go, impaired driving will not be tolerated. The legal blood alcohol limit is .08 in all 50 states so even if holiday travels take motorists over the state line, drunk drivers will spend the end of 2014 behind bars.  To learn more about impaired driving safety and consequences as well as the Operation Zero Tolerance campaign, which will last through New Year’s Day, visit www.gahighwaysafety.org or call 404-656-6996.

HUNTER IG OFFICE CLOSURE, through Friday:
The Office of the Inspector General 3ID at Hunter Army Airfield will be temporarily closed through Friday.  The Fort Stewart and Kelley Hill (FBGA) offices will remain open to provide assistance.  In the event that anyone in the HAAF area or surrounding communities require IG assistance, please submit an email to usarmy.stewart.3-id.list.ask-the-ig@mail.mil or leave a message at (912) 767-2803.

VETERINARY TREATMENT FACILITY HOLIDAY SCHEDULE:
On Wednesday, the HAAF facility will not be open and the Fort Stewart Clinic will close at noon.  They will also be closed Thursday be open Friday for normal business hours.  As of now they are not performing any surgeries for privately owned animals and do not know when we will resume.  For more information, call Christina Samfilippo at 912-767-4194/0357.

DPTMS TRAINING DIVISION HOLIDAY HOURS: 
DPTMS, Training Division, Range Control hours of operation will be 6:30 a.m. - 6:00 p.m. through Friday; closed weekends.  Normal operating hours will resume Jan. 5. 

CENTRALIZED WASH FACILITY HOURS: 
The Marne Centralized Wash Facility hours of operation during the Christmas Holiday Period are: 1/2-Day Schedules through Wednesday, 8 a.m. to noon.  It will be CLOSED Thursday through Jan. 4. No customers are currently scheduled through Jan. 4.

PASS & PERMIT RIFLE RANGE CLOSES FOR MAINTENANCE, Wednesday: 
Due to mandatory maintenance and environmental work in the B4 training area, the Pass & Permit Rifle Range will be closed Wednesday. The range also will be closed on Thursday, Friday, Saturday, Jan 17, Jan. 19 and Jan. 24. For more information, call 912-435-8061.

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DECEMBER/OTHER HEADLINES

CHAPEL HOLIDAY SCHEDULE:
Hunter Chapel; Gospel Watch Night Service, Wednesday, 10 p.m., Main Post Chapel; Solemnity of Mary, Mother of God Mass, Thursday, 10 a.m., Main Post Chapel; New Year’s Mass, 11 a.m., Hunter Chapel. For more information, call 912-332-3658.

ACTIVE MILITARY?  YOUR ROTH CONTRIBUTIONS MAY STOP UNLESS YOU ACT: 
Starting January 1, 2015, a change in myPay <https://mypay.dfas.mil/mypay.aspx> will require you to designate your Roth contributions as a percentage of your pay, not a dollar amount. If you don’t comply with this change, then the Defense Finance and Accounting Service (DFAS) will not be able to process your Roth contributions. This change affects your Roth contributions only; your traditional contributions are already designated as a percentage of pay.

CONTROLLED BURNING, ongoing:
Fort Stewart's Forestry Branch is in the midst of a controlled burn season and will be conducting controlled burns at various locations on the Installation each week. Motorists and pedestrians are advised to use extra caution when traveling through areas that may be affected by smoke. For more information, please contact Amanda Price at 912-767-2010.

ACS CLOSURE, Friday:
ACS at both Fort Stewart and Hunter Army Airfield will be closed Friday to include Army Emergency Relief. For AER assistance you may contact the American Red Cross. Victim Advocate will still be available. For questions, please call 912-767-5058 or 912-315-6816.


DIRECTORATE OF HUMAN RESOURCES (DHR) STEWART-HUNTER AAF CLOSURES:
On Friday the DHR will close. Buildings affected on Fort Stewart include all offices belonging to the DHR in BLDG 100-ACES; BLDG 253-Soldier Service Center; BLDG 161 - FOIA/RHA/Pubs; BLDG 201, 201A & 201C - ASAP; BLDG 208- Mower Processing Center; BLDG 418 - OMDC; BLDG 621 - SFL-TAP. Buildings affected on Hunter AAF  include all offices belonging to the DHR in BLDG 212-ASAP; BLDG 1283-ASAP; BLDG 1286-MPD; BLDG 1289-SFL-TAP, BLDG 1290- ACES; BLDG 1212 - OMDC. We will reopen for normal operations January 5, 2015.

RECYCLE YOUR LIVE CHRISTMAS TREE, through Jan. 9:
In support of its annual Bring One for the Chipper campaign, Keep Fort Stewart-HAAF Beautiful will be collecting live Christmas Trees through Jan. 9. Drop-off locations are the PX parking lots on Fort Stewart and Hunter. The trees will be used either as fish and wildlife habitats throughout the Installation or will be mulched for use at the Fort Stewart Central Energy Plant. For more information, please call 912-767-6573/5729.

REGISTRATION OFFICE CLOSURE, Friday:
Registration (vehicle) Offices for Fort Stewart and Hunter Army Airfield will be closed Friday and will reopen for business on Jan. 5. For more information, call 912-315-5617.

LIBERTY COUNTY SATELLITE OFFICE TO END SERVICE:
Effective Jan. 5 the Liberty County Satellite Office at Building 226 Fort Stewart will no longer be providing service at this site.  Soldiers, Family Members, Retirees and DA Civilians are able to go to the Liberty County Tax Commissioner's Office at 100 Main Street, Suite 1545, Hinesville, Ga.

JPAS TRAINING, Jan. 12:
The next Joint Personnel Adjudication System (JPAS) training is scheduled for Jan. 12, 1-4 p.m. at the SFC Paul Smith Education Center, Room 179, on Fort Stewart. Only 22 seats available, so please reserve your seats soonest. This class is for newly appointed and refresher training for Stewart-HAAF appointed Security Managers. JPAS is a system where comprehensive personnel security management of all DoD employees, military personnel, civilians and DoD contractors are managed. The Installation Security Office oversees training and grants access to those personnel required. Sign up is required by Jan. 7; deadline Jan. 9 by noon.  Please call Ms Shawntell Greene @ 912-767-4291 or email Shawntell.e.greene.civ@mail.mil <mailto:Shawntell.e.greene.civ@mail.mil> to register for the Security Manager's Course and for more information about JPAS.

STEWART POWER OUTAGE, Jan. 19:
The Fort Stewart-Hunter Army Airfield Directorate of Public Works will conduct a power outage as part of the Veteran's Parkway road widening project. This is scheduled for Jan. 19 from 8 a.m. until closing. Buildings affected are: 1198, 1199, 1113, 1116, 1099, 1111, 1110, 1109, 1122, 1120, 1178, 1114, 1139, 1135, 1129, 1137, 1140, 1141, 1123, 1124, 1125, 1183B, 1180, 1186, 1182, 1168, 1184.  For more information, contact James Maddox at 912-767-5027.

HIRING FAIR AND TRANSITION SUMMIT, Jan. 21 and 22, 2015:
Hiring our Heroes presents a two-day Transition Summit for service members, veterans, and military spouses Jan. 21 and 22, 2015 at Club Stewart.  This two-day event features informative and interactive panels, recruiter training, and facilitated discussions focused on improving competitive employment for service members, veterans, and military spouses and a networking reception for employers, senior leaders, and job seekers. The summit will culminate in a hiring fair and career forum on the second day.  For more information and to register now to upload your resume to be viewed by employers before the event go to: http://www.uschamberfoundation.org/event/ft-stewart-transition-summit.

SFL-TAP (ACAP) EMPLOYER DAYS:
Fort Stewart Soldier for Life Transition Assistance Program (formerly called ACAP) Upcoming Employer Days, Jan. 5, Georgia Driving Academy, 0900-1300, 28 Jan, Georgia Driving Academy, 0830-1300 Information Session for Individuals without a CDL; 9 Jan, City of Atlanta, 1000-1400, currently looking to hire Correctional Officers please bring your resume and letter of interest; 12 Jan, Averitt, 1230-1500 Immediate openings for Customer Service, Mechanics, Truck Drivers visit: http://www.averittcareers.com/home.html ; 21 Jan, CSX & BNSF, 1330-1630, Information session on how to apply with CSX and BNSF, BNSF will return to the local area in February to conduct interviews for interested and qualified candidates; 2 Feb, Edward Jones, 0900-1300, Immediate Opening for Financial Advisors.  If you would like to register for these events please call Michelle Gaines at 912-767-6797 or email at michelle.y.gaines.ctr@mail.mil. 

MILITARY JOB FAIR, Feb. 10:
From 10 a.m.-2 p.m., Civilian Job Military Job Fair at Club Stewart. Pre-Register now at www.civilianjob.com. For more information call 678-819-4153.

SECOND CAREER INFORMATION, Feb. 12:
From 9 a.m.-1 p.m., Marketing Yourself for a Second Career, It's a free 2 1/2 hour professional lecture for officers and senior enlisted who plan to leave the service in the near future.  Spouse are cordially invited to attend.  Locate at the Fort Stewart Education Center Bldg. 100, Speaker: Captain Patricia Cole, USN (Ret) Gain valuable insights that will help you make a successful career transition.  You will learn to understand your competition in the job hunt, overcome civilian employers' perception about military personnel, Develop the right plan for your job search and much more.  Make plans to attend this "must see" lecture. For more information, please call 912-767-6797.

TAX CENTERS FOR FORT STEWART AND HUNTER ARMY AIRFIELD, Jan. 29:
Tax season is almost here! The Marne Tax Centers at Fort Stewart and Hunter Army Airfield will be open Jan. 29-April 30. Tax Preparers will be available to assist Solders, Family Members, and Retirees from 8:45 a.m.-4 p.m., Monday through Friday. Full service assistance for walk-in or drop-off returns. Please bring military IDs and Social Security Cards, all statements of income (i.e., W-2 forms and 1099 forms), rental property documents, mortgage interest statements, etc. For more information, please call the Fort Stewart Tax Center at (912) 767-1040 or the Hunter Army Airfield Tax Center at (912) 315-3675.

NEW RESILIENCY TRAINING, Jan. 12-15:
ACS is gearing up for its next resiliency training for Family Members, Soldiers and DA Civilians, Jan,12-15.  This four-day course has ALL BRAND NEW MATERIAL and will help individuals and couples grow and learn how to bounce back from difficult challenges. Advance registration is required. Call 912-767-3863 to sign up or for more information.

AUDITIONS FOR “CELEBRATING YOUTH” Talent Showcase (for youth ages 5-19), Jan 17: 
The Fort Stewart Multicultural Gospel Service, hosts the “Celebrating Youth” Talent Showcase Feb. 21, 2015 at the Main Post Chapel, 7 p.m.  Auditions are Jan. 17 at the Liberty Performing Arts Center in Hinesville, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.  To register call (323) 871-8554 or email celebratingyouth@celebratingyouth.net. Visit the “Celebrating Youth” website at www.celebratingyouth.net.

FORT STEWART DINING FACILITY OPERATING HOURS, January:
Legion (Bldg 207, 660 Harmon Ave), Raider (Bldg 642, 1312 William H. Wilson Ave) Thunder Café (Bldg 3003, 1600 W. 6th Street), and Vanguard (Bldg 8439, Vanguard Road) DFACs will be open for weekday breakfast, lunch, and dinner meals, Monday - Friday.  Weekend/holiday hours begin with the supper meal on Friday (for the training holiday on 16 – 19 January, the weekend designated DFACs begins with supper on 15 January).  Dining Facility information can be found on the Team Stewart webpage at: http://www.stewart.army.mil/info.asp?e=DFAC <http://www.stewart.army.mil/info.asp?e=DFAC>. For questions please contact 912-767-8761 or call the 24-hour DFAC hotline at 912-767-4991. The Fort Stewart and HAAF Dining Facilities cordially invite DA Civilians and Family Members to dine with us.

FS WEEKEND/HOLIDAY DFAC:
Dining Facilities open for Weekend/Holiday meals are Raider and Vanguard DFACs.  Vanguard DFAC will be closed after the lunch meal on 15 January and will reopen with the breakfast meal on 20 January.  Designated Weekend and Holiday Meal DFACs begin with the supper meal on Friday (for the training holiday on 16 – 19 January, the weekend designated DFACs begins with supper on 15 January).  Hours are Brunch 9:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. and Supper 5-6:30 p.m. The Fort Stewart and HAAF Dining Facilities cordially invite DA Civilians and Family Members to dine with us.

FS WEEKDAY MEAL HOURS:
The Fort Stewart Weekday Meal hours are Breakfast 7:30-9 a.m.; Lunch 11:30 a.m.-1 p.m.; and Dinner 5-6:30 p.m.  Thursday Breakfast hours are; Legion 6-8 a.m.; Raider 5-6:30 a.m.; Thunder Café 5-6:30 a.m.; and Vanguard 7:30-9 a.m.; Lunch and Dinner Meal Hours for all DFAC's on Thursday are; Lunch from Noon to 1:30 p.m.; and Dinner from 5-6:30 p.m.  Friday Dinner Meal hours are 4-5:30 p.m. The Fort Stewart and HAAF Dining Facilities cordially invite DA Civilians and Family Members to dine with us.

HAAF CONSOLIDATED DINING FACILITY OPERATING HOURS, January:
HAAF Consolidated DFAC (Bldg 110, 89 William Barksdale Cir) Weekday Meal Hours are Breakfast 7:30-9:00 a.m.; Lunch 11:30 a.m.-1:00 p.m.; and Dinner 5-6:30 p.m.  Friday Meal Hours are breakfast 6:30-7 a.m. & 7:30-9:00 a.m.; Lunch 11:30 a.m.-1:00 p.m.; and Dinner 5-6:30 p.m. Weekend and Holiday Meal Hours are Brunch 9:30 a.m.-1 p.m.; and Supper 5-6:30 p.m. The Fort Stewart and HAAF Dining Facilities cordially invite DA Civilians and Family Members to dine with us.

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FMWR NEWS

PASS & PERMIT RIFLE RANGE CLOSED, Wednesday:
Due to mandatory maintenance and environmental work in the B4 training area, the Pass & Permit Rifle Range will be closed Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday, Jan 17, Jan. 19 and Jan. 24. For more information, call 912-435-8061.

NEW YEAR’S EVE BASH AT CLUB STEWART, Wednesday: 
Welcome 2015 with friends and Family during the New Year's Eve Bash at Thunder Run in Club Stewart from 9 p.m. until 1 a.m. Wednesday. The evening features a live Rhythm and Blues band, party favors, a balloon drop and cash bar. Food available for sale and drink specials offered. The cost is $25 per person. Celebration is open to Active Duty, retirees and civilians. Must be 18 to enter and 21 to drink. To help you celebrate responsibly, taxi telephone numbers will be posted and the Tow-2-Go program will be available. For more information, call 912-767-4717.

FMWR HOLIDAY HOURS, CLOSINGS AVAILABLE ONLINE:
The Holiday closures and change of hours of Family, Morale, Welfare and Recreation facilities are available by going to the following links: Fort Stewart FMWR Facility Holiday Hours- http://www.stewartmwr.com <http://www.stewartmwr.com>; Hunter FMWR Facility Holiday Hours- http://www.huntermwr.com <http://www.huntermwr.com>.

FORT STEWART COMMUNITY THEATER AUDITIONS, Jan. 9, 10:
Auditions being held 5-7 p.m. Jan. 9 and 9 a.m.-noon Jan. 10 for Community Theater’s first production of "Vintage Hitchcock: A Live Radio Play." All auditions and call backs held at Newman Fitness Center, building 439. Two females and three male roles being cast. Please be prepared to read from the script. It’s a plus if you are comfortable making sound effects. Additionally seeking production support. If interested, please contact Christa Mancha at 912-445-1933 or Courtney Gardner at 727-517-6269. For more information, call 912-767-6212

"COMPRESSED GET GOLF READY" AT HUNTER, Jan. 10:
Register online by Jan. 9 at www.playgolfamerica.com or call Hunter Golf Course for the Compressed Get Golf Ready program from 9 a.m.-noon on Jan. 10 at Hunter Golf Course. Open to beginners and novice players. Learn proper mechanics of golf, putting, the game, rules and etiquette. Cost is $90 per person for three-hour instructional program. For more information, call 912-315-9115.

AEROBIC-THON & WELLNESS FAIR AT STEWART, Jan. 10:
Sample various aerobic style classes taught by certified instructors with different fitness backgrounds at the free Aerobic-Thon and Wellness Fair Jan. 10 at Newman Fitness Center, building 439. Starts at 9 a.m. Kick-boxing, step, Zumba, line-dancing, Pilates and much more. Health fair features fitness assessments, including body fat measurement, nutritional information, President's Challenge Information, health screenings, and Wellness Center presence. For more information, call 912-767-3031.

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COASTAL HAPPENINGS (Events scheduled in the local area are considered public information, and mention of these events does not constitute sponsorship or endorsement.)

YMCA YOUTH BASKETBALL REGISTRATION EXTENSION:
Youth Basketball Registration has been extended to end Jan. 9 and is open for ages 3-12 at the Liberty County Armed Forces YMCA, 201 Mary Lou Drive in Hinesville. The season will now run from January 10-February 28. Volunteer Coaches also needed. For more information, call 912-368-9622 or email Brittni.johnson@ymcaofcoastalga.org <mailto:Brittni.johnson@ymcaofcoastalga.org>.


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ADMIN NOTES


MARNE MESSAGE SUBMISSIONS:
The Marne Message submission email address is USARMY Fort Stewart ID List ALL Message Request (on the global) or typed as: usarmy.stewart.3-id.list.all-message-request@mail.mil. In order to keep the Marne Message timely and concise, limit submissions to 75 words or less. Do not use military times. Attachments cannot be included, but links to more online information can. Only official installation, MWR, or command directed messages are considered. Effective November 1, 2014, the Marne Message is only sent twice weekly on Mondays and Thursdays. The deadline for the Monday Marne Message is COB Friday, and the deadline for the Thursday Marne Message is COB Wednesday.  All incoming requests for Marne Messages will still be posted to the Google Blogger (ref. Marne Messages).

WANT TO GET MARNE MESSAGES?:
Individuals wishing to get the Marne Message, who do not have a Fort Stewart - Hunter Military Email Account, can visit the 3rd Infantry Division on Facebook page at:  www.facebook.com/3rd.Infantry.Division  If you have a Fort Stewart - Hunter Military Email Account and don’t automatically get the Marne Message, you can request an account by sending an email to “USARMY Ft Stewart 3 ID Mailbox Marne Message” or usarmy.stewart.3-id.list.all-message-request@mail.mil. If you have questions, concerns, or problems, please call Public Affairs at (912) 435-9872.

IF YOU HAVE PCS'D:

If you have moved and are no longer assigned to Fort Stewart or Hunter Army Airfield, follow these instructions to change your duty location. Go to Milconnect at https://www.dmdc.osd.mil/milconnect, login, select the "My profile" tab, select "Update and View My Profile", select the tab that corresponds to your current role in DoD (i.e. Mil, CIV, CTR, etc).  On the duty installation drop down menu select your correct duty location.  Your name will be removed from Marne Message distribution lists at the next scheduled update which is performed monthly.

Wednesday, December 24, 2014

December 24, 2014

TODAY/THIS WEEK:

STEWART TRAFFIC SIGNALS ISSUES:
The Fort Stewart-Hunter Army Airfield Directorate of Public Works is experiencing problems with the traffic signals at Hero and Austin and the signal at Hero and Steele.  These lights are in flashing mode until we get the parts to fix them.  Be cautious when at these intersections. For more information, contact Joe Sanders at 912-767-3479.

CLIENT SERVICES OFFICE CLOSURE:
The Legal Assistance Office will be closed Dec. 25-26 and Jan. 1-2 due to the Christmas, New Years, and Division Training Holidays. 

OPERATION ZERO TOLERANCE:
Operation Zero Tolerance is underway and that means increased patrols and high visibility enforcement in Georgia. During this DUI enforcement campaign and every day, if you’re over the limit, you’ll be under arrest. No warnings. No excuses.  The Governor’s Office of Highway Safety has launched the annual zero tolerance campaign in conjunction with the national Drive Sober or Get Pulled Over initiative to remind all motorists that no matter where they go, impaired driving will not be tolerated. The legal blood alcohol limit is .08 in all 50 states so even if holiday travels take motorists over the state line, drunk drivers will spend the end of 2014 behind bars.  To learn more about impaired driving safety and consequences as well as the Operation Zero Tolerance campaign, which will last through New Year’s Day, visit www.gahighwaysafety.org or call 404-656-6996.

HUNTER IG OFFICE CLOSURE, through Jan. 2:
The Office of the Inspector General 3ID at Hunter Army Airfield will be temporarily closed through January 2, 2015.  The Fort Stewart and Kelley Hill (FBGA) offices will remain open to provide assistance.  In the event that anyone in the HAAF area or surrounding communities require IG assistance, please submit an email to usarmy.stewart.3-id.list.ask-the-ig@mail.mil or leave a message at (912) 767-2803.

ALL DENTAL CLINICS ON FORT STEWART AND HUNTER ARMY AIRFIELD WILL BE CLOSED Dec. 25 & 26:
If a Dental Emergency arises please report to the Emergency Room at Winn Army Community Hospital and the Dentist on Duty (DOD) will be called in.

VETERINARY TREATMENT FACILITY HOLIDAY SCHEDULE:
The Fort Stewart Veterinary Treatment Facility will be closed Dec. 25 and 26. On Dec. 31, the HAAF facility will not be open and the Fort Stewart Clinic will close at noon.  They will also be closed Jan. 1 be open Jan. 2 for normal business hours.  As of now they are not performing any surgeries for privately owned animals and do not know when we will resume.  For more information, call Christina Samfilippo at 912-767-4194/0357.

DIRECTORATE OF HUMAN RESOURCES (DHR) STEWART-HUNTER AAF CLOSURES:
On December 26, 2014 the DHR will close. Buildings affected on Fort Stewart include all offices belonging to the DHR in BLDG 100-ACES; BLDG 253-Soldier Service Center; BLDG 161 - FOIA/RHA/Pubs; BLDG 201, 201A & 201C - ASAP; BLDG 208- Mower Processing Center; BLDG 418 - OMDC; BLDG 621 - SFL-TAP.  Buildings affected on Hunter AAF include all offices belonging to the DHR in BLDG 212-ASAP; BLDG 1283-ASAP; BLDG 1286-MPD; BLDG 1289-SFL-TAP, BLDG 1290- ACES; BLDG 1212 - OMDC. We will reopen for normal operations on Monday.

DPTMS TRAINING DIVISION HOLIDAY HOURS: 
DPTMS, Training Division, Range Control hours of operation will be 6:30 a.m. - 6:00 p.m. through Jan. 2; closed weekends.  Normal operating hours will resume Jan. 5. 

EEO OFFICE CLOSURE, Today:
The EEO Office will be closed today.  

CENTRALIZED WASH FACILITY HOURS: 
The Marne Centralized Wash Facility hours of operation during the Christmas Holiday Period are: 1/2-Day Schedules through Dec. 31, 8 a.m. to noon.  It will be CLOSED Dec. 25-28 and Jan. 1-4. No customers are currently scheduled through Jan. 4.

PASS & PERMIT RIFLE RANGE CLOSES FOR MAINTENANCE, Dec. 27 & 31: 
Due to mandatory maintenance and environmental work in the B4 training area, the Pass & Permit Rifle Range will be closed Dec. 27 and Dec. 31. The range also will be closed on Jan. 1, Jan. 2, Jan. 3, Jan 17, Jan. 19 and Jan. 24. For more information, call 912-435-8061.

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DECEMBER/OTHER HEADLINES

CHAPEL HOLIDAY SCHEDULE:
Main Post Chapel; Christmas Eve Mass, 5 p.m., Main Post Chapel; Protestant Christmas Eve Candlelight Service, 7 p.m., Hunter Chapel; Protestant Christmas Eve Candlelight Service, 7 p.m., Main Post Chapel; Christmas Day Mass, 10 a.m., Main Post Chapel; Christmas Day Mass, 11 a.m., Hunter Chapel; Gospel Watch Night Service, Dec 31, 10 p.m., Main Post Chapel; Solemnity of Mary, Mother of God Mass, Jan. 1, 10 a.m., Main Post Chapel; New Year’s Mass, 11 a.m., Hunter Chapel. For more information, call 912-332-3658.

ACTIVE MILITARY?  YOUR ROTH CONTRIBUTIONS MAY STOP UNLESS YOU ACT: 
Starting January 1, 2015, a change in myPay <https://mypay.dfas.mil/mypay.aspx> will require you to designate your Roth contributions as a percentage of your pay, not a dollar amount. If you don’t comply with this change, then the Defense Finance and Accounting Service (DFAS) will not be able to process your Roth contributions. This change affects your Roth contributions only; your traditional contributions are already designated as a percentage of pay.

CONTROLLED BURNING, ongoing:
Fort Stewart's Forestry Branch is in the midst of a controlled burn season and will be conducting controlled burns at various locations on the Installation each week. Motorists and pedestrians are advised to use extra caution when traveling through areas that may be affected by smoke. For more information, please contact Amanda Price at 912-767-2010.

TRICARE BENIFICIARY PHONE SCAM:
A telephone phishing scam has surfaced that may affect TRICARE beneficiaries. The callers are trying to sell medical supplies (durable medical equipment, pain cream, etc.). Beneficiaries should not give any personal identifiable information (PII) such as birth date, social security number, or banking information to unknown sources.  TRICARE does not call beneficiaries to offer services or ask for PII.  If you get one of these calls, contact TRICARE South Region at 800-444-5445. Information on reporting fraud is available at www.tricare.mil/fraud.

ACS CLOSURE, Dec. 26 & Jan 2:
ACS at both Fort Stewart and Hunter Army Airfield will be closed Dec. 26 and Jan. 2, to include Army Emergency Relief. For AER assistance you may contact the American Red Cross. Victim Advocate will still be available. For questions, please call 912-767-5058 or 912-315-6816.

DIRECTORATE OF HUMAN RESOURCES (DHR) STEWART-HUNTER AAF CLOSURES:
On January 2, 2015 the DHR will close. Buildings affected on Fort Stewart include all offices belonging to the DHR in BLDG 100-ACES; BLDG 253-Soldier Service Center; BLDG 161 - FOIA/RHA/Pubs; BLDG 201, 201A & 201C - ASAP; BLDG 208- Mower Processing Center; BLDG 418 - OMDC; BLDG 621 - SFL-TAP. Buildings affected on Hunter AAF  include all offices belonging to the DHR in BLDG 212-ASAP; BLDG 1283-ASAP; BLDG 1286-MPD; BLDG 1289-SFL-TAP, BLDG 1290- ACES; BLDG 1212 - OMDC. We will reopen for normal operations January 5, 2015.

RECYCLE YOUR LIVE CHRISTMAS TREE, Dec. 26-Jan. 9:
In support of its annual Bring One for the Chipper campaign, Keep Fort Stewart-HAAF Beautiful will be collecting live Christmas Trees from Dec. 26-Jan. 9. Drop-off locations are the PX parking lots on Fort Stewart and Hunter. The trees will be used either as fish and wildlife habitats throughout the Installation or will be mulched for use at the Fort Stewart Central Energy Plant. For more information, please call 912-767-6573/5729.

REGISTRATION OFFICE CLOSURE, Jan. 2:
Registration (vehicle) Offices for Fort Stewart and Hunter Army Airfield will be closed on Jan. 2 and will reopen for business on Jan. 5. For more information, call 912-315-5617.

LIBERTY COUNTY SATELLITE OFFICE TO END SERVICE:
Effective Jan. 5 the Liberty County Satellite Office at Building 226 Fort Stewart will no longer be providing service at this site.  Soldiers, Family Members, Retirees and DA Civilians are able to go to the Liberty County Tax Commissioner's Office at 100 Main Street, Suite 1545, Hinesville, Ga.

FINANCE CUSTOMER SERVICE HOURS, Jan. 5:
Effective January 5, 2015, the 24th Financial Management Support Unit customer service hours for the Soldier Support Center (Building 253) are as follows: Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday and Friday 9 a.m.-3 p.m.; Thursday 1-3 p.m.; Closed Daily noon-1 p.m. (Lunch); closed all Training Holidays. For more information call 912-767-0155.

JPAS TRAINING, Jan. 12:
The next Joint Personnel Adjudication System (JPAS) training is scheduled for Jan. 12, 1-4 p.m. at the SFC Paul Smith Education Center, Room 179, on Fort Stewart. Only 22 seats available, so please reserve your seats soonest. This class is for newly appointed and refresher training for Stewart-HAAF appointed Security Managers. JPAS is a system where comprehensive personnel security management of all DoD employees, military personnel, civilians and DoD contractors are managed. The Installation Security Office oversees training and grants access to those personnel required. Sign up is required by Jan. 7; deadline Jan. 9 by noon.  Please call Ms Shawntell Greene @ 912-767-4291 or email Shawntell.e.greene.civ@mail.mil <mailto:Shawntell.e.greene.civ@mail.mil> to register for the Security Manager's Course and for more information about JPAS.

STEWART POWER OUTAGE, Jan. 19:
The Fort Stewart-Hunter Army Airfield Directorate of Public Works will conduct a power outage as part of the Veteran's Parkway road widening project. This is scheduled for Jan. 19 from 8 a.m. until closing. Buildings affected are: 1198, 1199, 1113, 1116, 1099, 1111, 1110, 1109, 1122, 1120, 1178, 1114, 1139, 1135, 1129, 1137, 1140, 1141, 1123, 1124, 1125, 1183B, 1180, 1186, 1182, 1168, 1184.  For more information, contact James Maddox at 912-767-5027.

HIRING FAIR AND TRANSITION SUMMIT, Jan. 21 and 22, 2015:
Hiring our Heroes presents a two-day Transition Summit for service members, veterans, and military spouses Jan. 21 and 22, 2015 at Club Stewart.  This two-day event features informative and interactive panels, recruiter training, and facilitated discussions focused on improving competitive employment for service members, veterans, and military spouses and a networking reception for employers, senior leaders, and job seekers. The summit will culminate in a hiring fair and career forum on the second day.  For more information and to register now to upload your resume to be viewed by employers before the event go to: http://www.uschamberfoundation.org/event/ft-stewart-transition-summit.

SFL-TAP (ACAP) EMPLOYER DAYS:
Fort Stewart Soldier for Life Transition Assistance Program (formerly called ACAP) Upcoming Employer Days, Jan. 5, Georgia Driving Academy, 0900-1300, 28 Jan, Georgia Driving Academy, 0830-1300 Information Session for Individuals without a CDL; 9 Jan, City of Atlanta, 1000-1400, currently looking to hire Correctional Officers please bring your resume and letter of interest; 12 Jan, Averitt, 1230-1500 Immediate openings for Customer Service, Mechanics, Truck Drivers visit: http://www.averittcareers.com/home.html ; 21 Jan, CSX & BNSF, 1330-1630, Information session on how to apply with CSX and BNSF, BNSF will return to the local area in February to conduct interviews for interested and qualified candidates; 2 Feb, Edward Jones, 0900-1300, Immediate Opening for Financial Advisors.  If you would like to register for these events please call Michelle Gaines at 912-767-6797 or email at michelle.y.gaines.ctr@mail.mil. 

MILITARY JOB FAIR, Feb. 10:
From 10 a.m.-2 p.m., Civilian Job Military Job Fair at Club Stewart. Pre-Register now at www.civilianjob.com. For more information call 678-819-4153.

SECOND CAREER INFORMATION, Feb. 12:
From 9 a.m.-1 p.m., Marketing Yourself for a Second Career, It's a free 2 1/2 hour professional lecture for officers and senior enlisted who plan to leave the service in the near future.  Spouse are cordially invited to attend.  Locate at the Fort Stewart Education Center Bldg. 100, Speaker: Captain Patricia Cole, USN (Ret) Gain valuable insights that will help you make a successful career transition.  You will learn to understand your competition in the job hunt, overcome civilian employers' perception about military personnel, Develop the right plan for your job search and much more.  Make plans to attend this "must see" lecture. For more information, please call 912-767-6797.

TAX CENTERS FOR FORT STEWART AND HUNTER ARMY AIRFIELD, Jan. 29:
Tax season is almost here! The Marne Tax Centers at Fort Stewart and Hunter Army Airfield will be open Jan. 29-April 30. Tax Preparers will be available to assist Solders, Family Members, and Retirees from 8:45 a.m.-4 p.m., Monday through Friday. Full service assistance for walk-in or drop-off returns. Please bring military IDs and Social Security Cards, all statements of income (i.e., W-2 forms and 1099 forms), rental property documents, mortgage interest statements, etc. For more information, please call the Fort Stewart Tax Center at (912) 767-1040 or the Hunter Army Airfield Tax Center at (912) 315-3675.

NEW RESILIENCY TRAINING, Jan. 12-15:
ACS is gearing up for its next resiliency training for Family Members, Soldiers and DA Civilians, Jan,12-15.  This four-day course has ALL BRAND NEW MATERIAL and will help individuals and couples grow and learn how to bounce back from difficult challenges. Advance registration is required. Call 912-767-3863 to sign up or for more information.

AUDITIONS FOR “CELEBRATING YOUTH” Talent Showcase (for youth ages 5-19), Jan 17: 
The Fort Stewart Multicultural Gospel Service, hosts the “Celebrating Youth” Talent Showcase Feb. 21, 2015 at the Main Post Chapel, 7 p.m.  Auditions are Jan. 17 at the Liberty Performing Arts Center in Hinesville, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.  To register call (323) 871-8554 or email celebratingyouth@celebratingyouth.net. Visit the “Celebrating Youth” website at www.celebratingyouth.net.

FORT STEWART DINING FACILITY OPERATING HOURS, January:
Legion (Bldg 207, 660 Harmon Ave), Raider (Bldg 642, 1312 William H. Wilson Ave) Thunder Café (Bldg 3003, 1600 W. 6th Street), and Vanguard (Bldg 8439, Vanguard Road) DFACs will be open for weekday breakfast, lunch, and dinner meals, Monday - Friday.  Weekend/holiday hours begin with the supper meal on Friday (for the training holiday on 16 – 19 January, the weekend designated DFACs begins with supper on 15 January).  Dining Facility information can be found on the Team Stewart webpage at: http://www.stewart.army.mil/info.asp?e=DFAC <http://www.stewart.army.mil/info.asp?e=DFAC>. For questions please contact 912-767-8761 or call the 24-hour DFAC hotline at 912-767-4991. The Fort Stewart and HAAF Dining Facilities cordially invite DA Civilians and Family Members to dine with us.


FS WEEKEND/HOLIDAY DFAC:
Dining Facilities open for Weekend/Holiday meals are Raider and Vanguard DFACs.  Vanguard DFAC will be closed after the lunch meal on 15 January and will reopen with the breakfast meal on 20 January.  Designated Weekend and Holiday Meal DFACs begin with the supper meal on Friday (for the training holiday on 16 – 19 January, the weekend designated DFACs begins with supper on 15 January).  Hours are Brunch 9:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. and Supper 5-6:30 p.m. The Fort Stewart and HAAF Dining Facilities cordially invite DA Civilians and Family Members to dine with us.

FS WEEKDAY MEAL HOURS:
The Fort Stewart Weekday Meal hours are Breakfast 7:30-9 a.m.; Lunch 11:30 a.m.-1 p.m.; and Dinner 5-6:30 p.m.  Thursday Breakfast hours are; Legion 6-8 a.m.; Raider 5-6:30 a.m.; Thunder Café 5-6:30 a.m.; and Vanguard 7:30-9 a.m.; Lunch and Dinner Meal Hours for all DFAC's on Thursday are; Lunch from Noon to 1:30 p.m.; and Dinner from 5-6:30 p.m.  Friday Dinner Meal hours are 4-5:30 p.m. The Fort Stewart and HAAF Dining Facilities cordially invite DA Civilians and Family Members to dine with us.

HAAF CONSOLIDATED DINING FACILITY OPERATING HOURS, January:
HAAF Consolidated DFAC (Bldg 110, 89 William Barksdale Cir) Weekday Meal Hours are Breakfast 7:30-9:00 a.m.; Lunch 11:30 a.m.-1:00 p.m.; and Dinner 5-6:30 p.m.  Friday Meal Hours are breakfast 6:30-7 a.m. & 7:30-9:00 a.m.; Lunch 11:30 a.m.-1:00 p.m.; and Dinner 5-6:30 p.m. Weekend and Holiday Meal Hours are Brunch 9:30 a.m.-1 p.m.; and Supper 5-6:30 p.m. The Fort Stewart and HAAF Dining Facilities cordially invite DA Civilians and Family Members to dine with us.

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FMWR NEWS

HOLBROOK POND HOLIDAY LIGHTING ON DISPLAY NIGHTLY:
The holiday lights and decorations at Holbrook Pond can still be viewed at no charge each evening from 6-9 p.m. until Christmas Day. Motorists are welcome to ride through the area and see the decorations, which were put in place for the recent Ho Ho Holbrook Festival of Lights.

PASS & PERMIT RIFLE RANGE CLOSED, Saturday & Dec. 31:
Due to mandatory maintenance and environmental work in the B4 training area, the Pass & Permit Rifle Range will be closed Saturday and Dec. 31. The range also will be closed Jan. 1, Jan. 2, Jan. 3, Jan 17, Jan. 19 and Jan. 24. For more information, call 912-435-8061.

FAMILY DINNER AND BOWLING AT STEWART BOWLING, Sunday:
Families are invited to come out and take advantage of the family discount with dinner and bowling special from noon-8 p.m. Sunday at Stewart Bowling Center, building 450. For $30, your family of five gets two games bowling per person, shoe rental, and dinner. For more information, call 912-767-4273.

NEW YEAR’S EVE BASH AT CLUB STEWART, Dec. 31: 
Welcome 2015 with friends and Family during the New Year's Eve Bash at Thunder Run in Club Stewart from 9 p.m. until 1 a.m. Dec. 31. The evening features a live Rhythm and Blues band, party favors, a balloon drop and cash bar. Food available for sale and drink specials offered. The cost is $25 per person. Celebration is open to Active Duty, retirees and civilians. Must be 18 to enter and 21 to drink. To help you celebrate responsibly, taxi telephone numbers will be posted and the Tow-2-Go program will be available. For more information, call 912-767-4717.

FMWR HOLIDAY HOURS, CLOSINGS AVAILABLE ONLINE:
The Christmas and New Year’s Holiday closures and change of hours of Family, Morale, Welfare and Recreation facilities are available by going to the following links: Fort Stewart FMWR Facility Holiday Hours- http://www.stewartmwr.com <http://www.stewartmwr.com>; Hunter FMWR Facility Holiday Hours- http://www.huntermwr.com <http://www.huntermwr.com>.

FORT STEWART COMMUNITY THEATER AUDITIONS, Jan. 9, 10:
Auditions being held 5-7 p.m. Jan. 9 and 9 a.m.-noon Jan. 10 for Community Theater’s first production of "Vintage Hitchcock: A Live Radio Play." All auditions and call backs held at Newman Fitness Center, building 439. Two females and three male roles being cast. Please be prepared to read from the script. It’s a plus if you are comfortable making sound effects. Additionally seeking production support. If interested, please contact Christa Mancha at 912-445-1933 or Courtney Gardner at 727-517-6269. For more information, call 912-767-6212

"COMPRESSED GET GOLF READY" AT HUNTER, Jan. 10:
Register online by Jan. 9 at www.playgolfamerica.com or call Hunter Golf Course for the Compressed Get Golf Ready program from 9 a.m.-noon on Jan. 10 at Hunter Golf Course. Open to beginners and novice players. Learn proper mechanics of golf, putting, the game, rules and etiquette. Cost is $90 per person for three-hour instructional program. For more information, call 912-315-9115.

AEROBIC-THON & WELLNESS FAIR AT STEWART, Jan. 10:
Sample various aerobic style classes taught by certified instructors with different fitness backgrounds at the free Aerobic-Thon and Wellness Fair Jan. 10 at Newman Fitness Center, building 439. Starts at 9 a.m. Kick-boxing, step, Zumba, line-dancing, Pilates and much more. Health fair features fitness assessments, including body fat measurement, nutritional information, President's Challenge Information, health screenings, and Wellness Center presence. For more information, call 912-767-3031.

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COASTAL HAPPENINGS (Events scheduled in the local area are considered public information, and mention of these events does not constitute sponsorship or endorsement.)

YMCA YOUTH BASKETBALL REGISTRATION EXTENSION:
Youth Basketball Registration has been extended to end Jan. 9 and is open for ages 3-12 at the Liberty County Armed Forces YMCA, 201 Mary Lou Drive in Hinesville. The season will now run from January 10-February 28. Volunteer Coaches also needed. For more information, call 912-368-9622 or email Brittni.johnson@ymcaofcoastalga.org <mailto:Brittni.johnson@ymcaofcoastalga.org>.


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ADMIN NOTES

MARNE MESSAGE SUBMISSIONS:
The Marne Message submission email address is USARMY Fort Stewart ID List ALL Message Request (on the global) or typed as: usarmy.stewart.3-id.list.all-message-request@mail.mil. In order to keep the Marne Message timely and concise, limit submissions to 75 words or less. Do not use military times. Attachments cannot be included, but links to more online information can. Only official installation, MWR, or command directed messages are considered. Effective November 1, 2014, the Marne Message is only sent twice weekly on Mondays and Thursdays. The deadline for the Monday Marne Message is COB Friday, and the deadline for the Thursday Marne Message is COB Wednesday.  All incoming requests for Marne Messages will still be posted to the Google Blogger (ref. Marne Messages).

WANT TO GET MARNE MESSAGES?:
Individuals wishing to get the Marne Message, who do not have a Fort Stewart - Hunter Military Email Account, can visit the 3rd Infantry Division on Facebook page at:  www.facebook.com/3rd.Infantry.Division  If you have a Fort Stewart - Hunter Military Email Account and don’t automatically get the Marne Message, you can request an account by sending an email to “USARMY Ft Stewart 3 ID Mailbox Marne Message” or usarmy.stewart.3-id.list.all-message-request@mail.mil. If you have questions, concerns, or problems, please call Public Affairs at (912) 435-9872.

IF YOU HAVE PCS'D:

If you have moved and are no longer assigned to Fort Stewart or Hunter Army Airfield, follow these instructions to change your duty location. Go to Milconnect at https://www.dmdc.osd.mil/milconnect, login, select the "My profile" tab, select "Update and View My Profile", select the tab that corresponds to your current role in DoD (i.e. Mil, CIV, CTR, etc).  On the duty installation drop down menu select your correct duty location.  Your name will be removed from Marne Message distribution lists at the next scheduled update which is performed monthly.

Monday, December 22, 2014

Dec. 22, 2014

TODAY/THIS WEEK

HOLBROOK POND HOLIDAY LIGHTING STILL ON DISPLAY:
The holiday lights and decorations at Holbrook Pond can still be viewed at no charge each evening from 6-9 p.m. until Christmas Day. Motorists are welcome to ride through the area and see the decorations, which were put in place for the recent Ho Ho Holbrook Festival of Lights.



STEWART TRAFFIC SIGNALS ISSUES:
The Fort Stewart-Hunter Army Airfield Directorate of Public Works is experiencing problems with the traffic signals at Hero and Austin and the signal at Hero and Steele.  These lights are in flashing mode until we get the parts to fix them.  Be cautious when at these intersections. For more information, contact Joe Sanders at 912-767-3479.

GATE CLOSURES, Dec. 25 & 26:  Fort Stewart-Hunter Army Airfield will have limit gate access Thursday and Friday, Dec. 25 & 26.   Gates 2, 3, 7 and 7C will be closed at Fort Stewart; as well as Wilson Gate on Hunter.  Have a safe Holiday.

OPERATION ZERO TOLERANCE:  Operation Zero Tolerance is underway and that means increased patrols and high visibility enforcement in Georgia. During this DUI enforcement campaign and every day, if you’re over the limit, you’ll be under arrest. No warnings. No excuses.  The Governor’s Office of Highway Safety has launched the annual zero tolerance campaign in conjunction with the national Drive Sober or Get Pulled Over initiative to remind all motorists that no matter where they go, impaired driving will not be tolerated. The legal blood alcohol limit is .08 in all 50 states so even if holiday travels take motorists over the state line, drunk drivers will spend the end of 2014 behind bars.  To learn more about impaired driving safety and consequences as well as the Operation Zero Tolerance campaign, which will last through New Year’s Day, visit www.gahighwaysafety.org or call 404-656-6996.

HUNTER DENTAL CLINIC #3 NEW APPOINTMENT NUMBERS beg. immediately:  New appointment numbers for Hunter Dental Clinic #3 please call Mrs. Kidd at 912-315-3011 or Mr. Smith at 912-315-6854 UNTIL FURTHER NOTICE:

HUNTER IG OFFICE CLOSURE, Dec. 22 - Jan. 2:  The Office of the Inspector General 3ID at Hunter Army Airfield will be temporarily CLOSED from Dec. 22 - Jan 2, 2015.  The Fort Stewart and Kelley Hill (FBGA) offices will remain open to provide assistance.  In the event that anyone in the HAAF area or surrounding communities require IG assistance, please submit an email to usarmy.stewart.3-id.list.ask-the-ig@mail.mil or leave a message at (912) 767-2803.

FORT STEWART CIF CLOSURE, Dec. 22:
The Fort Stewart Central Issue Facility and Supply Support Activity will be closed on Dec 22, starting at 11 a.m. and will re-open with normal business hours on Dec 23.  For emergencies call 435-0240.

ALL DENTAL CLINICS ON FORT STEWART AND HUNTER ARMY AIRFIELD WILL BE CLOSED 25 AND 26 DECEMBER 2014: 
If a Dental Emergency arises please report to the Emergency Room at Winn Army Community Hospital and the Dentist on Duty (DOD) will be called in.

VETERINARY TREATMENT FACILITY HOLIDAY SCHEDULE:
The Fort Stewart Veterinary Treatment Facility will be closed Dec. 25 and 26. On Dec. 31, the HAAF facility will not be open and the Fort Stewart Clinic will close at noon.  They will also be closed Jan. 1 be open Jan. 2 for normal business hours.  As of now they are not performing any surgeries for privately owned animals and do not know when we will resume.  POC: Christina Samfilippo 767-4194/0357.

ACS CLOSURE:
ACS at both Fort Stewart and Hunter Army Airfield will be closed Dec. 26 and Jan. 2, to include Army Emergency Relief. For AER assistance you may contact the American Red Cross. Victim Advocate will still be available. For questions, please call 912-767-5058 or 912-315-6816.

DPTMS, TRAINING DIVISION HOLIDAY HOURS: 
DPTMS, Training Division, Range Control hours of operation will be 6:30 a.m. - 6:00 p.m. from Dec. 18 - Jan. 2; closed weekends.  Normal operating hours will resume Jan. 5. 

EEO OFFICE CLOSURE: The EEO Office will be closed Dec. 24-26.

DIRECTORATE OF HUMAN RESOURCES (DHR) ANNOUNCES FORT STEWART & HUNTER AAF CLOSURE, Dec. 26: 
On December 26, 2014 the DHR will close. Buildings affected on Fort Stewart include all offices belonging to the DHR in BLDG 100-ACES; BLDG 253-Soldier Service Center; BLDG 161 - FOIA/RHA/Pubs; BLDG 201, 201A & 201C - ASAP; BLDG 208- Mower Processing Center; BLDG 418 - OMDC; BLDG 621 - SFL-TAP.  Buildings affected on Hunter AAF  include all offices belonging to the DHR in BLDG 212-ASAP; BLDG 1283-ASAP; BLDG 1286-MPD; BLDG 1289-SFL-TAP, BLDG 1290- ACES; BLDG 1212 - OMDC. We will reopen for normal operations Mon., Dec. 29. 

CENTRALIZED WASH FACILITY HOURS: 
The Marne Centralized Wash Facility hours of operation during the Christmas Holiday Period are: 1/2-Day Schedules Dec. 22-31, 8 a.m. to noon.  It will be CLOSED 25-28 Dec and 1-4 Jan 15; CURRENTLY, NO CUSTOMER IS SCHEDULED FROM 20 Dec - 4 Jan.

PASS & PERMIT RIFLE RANGE TO CLOSE FOR MAINTENANCE: 
Due to mandatory maintenance and environmental work in the B4 training area, the Pass & Permit Rifle Range will be closed Dec. 27 and Dec. 31. The range also will be closed on Jan. 1, Jan. 2, Jan. 3, Jan 17, Jan. 19 and Jan. 24. For more information, call 912-435-8061.

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DECEMBER/OTHER HEADLINES

CHAPEL HOLIDAY SCHEDULE:
Main Post Chapel; Christmas Eve Mass, 5 p.m., Main Post Chapel; Protestant Christmas Eve Candlelight Service, 7 p.m., Hunter Chapel; Protestant Christmas Eve Candlelight Service, 7 p.m., Main Post Chapel; Christmas Day Mass, 10 a.m., Main Post Chapel; Christmas Day Mass, 11 a.m., Hunter Chapel; Gospel Watch Night Service, Dec 31, 10 p.m., Main Post Chapel; Solemnity of Mary, Mother of God Mass, Jan. 1, 10 a.m., Main Post Chapel; New Year’s Mass, 11 a.m., Hunter Chapel. For more information, call 912-332-3658.

ACTIVE MILITARY?  YOUR ROTH CONTRIBUTIONS MAY STOP UNLESS YOU ACT: 
Starting January 1, 2015, a change in myPay <https://mypay.dfas.mil/mypay.aspx> will require you to designate your Roth contributions as a percentage of your pay, not a dollar amount. If you don’t comply with this change, then the Defense Finance and Accounting Service (DFAS) will not be able to process your Roth contributions. This change affects your Roth contributions only; your traditional contributions are already designated as a percentage of pay.

CONTROLLED BURNING, ongoing:
Fort Stewart's Forestry Branch is in the midst of a controlled burn season and will be conducting controlled burns at various locations on the Installation each week. Motorists and pedestrians are advised to use extra caution when traveling through areas that may be affected by smoke. For more information, please contact Amanda Price at 912-767-2010.

TRICARE BENIFICIARY PHONE SCAM:
A telephone phishing scam has surfaced that may affect TRICARE beneficiaries. The callers are trying to sell medical supplies (durable medical equipment, pain cream, etc.). Beneficiaries should not give any personal identifiable information (PII) such as birth date, social security number, or banking information to unknown sources.  TRICARE does not call beneficiaries to offer services or ask for PII.  If you get one of these calls, contact TRICARE South Region at 800-444-5445. Information on reporting fraud is available at www.tricare.mil/fraud.

DIRECTORATE OF HUMAN RESOURCES (DHR) ANNOUNCES FORT STEWART & HUNTER AAF CLOSURE, Jan. 2: 
On December 26, 2014 the DHR will close. Buildings affected on Fort Stewart include all offices belonging to the DHR in BLDG 100-ACES; BLDG 253-Soldier Service Center; BLDG 161 - FOIA/RHA/Pubs; BLDG 201, 201A & 201C - ASAP; BLDG 208- Mower Processing Center; BLDG 418 - OMDC; BLDG 621 - SFL-TAP.  Buildings affected on Hunter AAF include all offices belonging to the DHR in BLDG 212-ASAP; BLDG 1283-ASAP; BLDG 1286-MPD; BLDG 1289-SFL-TAP, BLDG 1290- ACES; BLDG 1212 - OMDC. We will reopen for normal operations Mon., Jan. 5. 

RECYCLE YOUR LIVE CHRISTMAS TREE, Dec. 26-Jan. 9:
In support of its annual Bring One for the Chipper campaign, Keep Fort Stewart-HAAF Beautiful will be collecting live Christmas Trees from Dec. 26-Jan. 9. Drop-off locations are the PX parking lots on Fort Stewart and Hunter. The trees will be used either as fish and wildlife habitats throughout the Installation or will be mulched for use at the Fort Stewart Central Energy Plant. For more information, please call 912-767-6573/5729.

LIBERTY COUNTY SATELLITE OFFICE:  Effective Jan. 5 the Liberty County Satellite Office at Building 226 Fort Stewart will no longer be providing service at this site.  Soldiers, Family Members, Retirees and DA Civilians are able to go to the Liberty County Tax Commissioner's Office at 100 Main Street, Suite 1545, Hinesville, Ga.

FINANCE CUSTOMER SERVICE HOURS, Jan. 5:
Effective January 5, 2015, the 24th Financial Management Support Unit customer service hours for the Soldier Support Center (Building 253) are as follows: Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday and Friday 9 a.m.-3 p.m.; Thursday 1-3 p.m.; Closed Daily noon-1 p.m. (Lunch); closed all Training Holidays. For more information call 912-767-0155.

HIRING FAIR AND TRANSITION SUMMIT, Jan. 21 and 22, 2015:  Hiring our Heroes presents a two-day Transition Summit for service members, veterans, and military spouses Jan. 21 and 22, 2015 at Club Stewart.  This two-day event features informative and interactive panels, recruiter training, and facilitated discussions focused on improving competitive employment for service members, veterans, and military spouses and a networking reception for employers, senior leaders, and job seekers. The summit will culminate in a hiring fair and career forum on the second day.  For more information and to register now to upload your resume to be viewed by employers before the event go to: http://www.uschamberfoundation.org/event/ft-stewart-transition-summit

TAX CENTERS FOR FORT STEWART AND HUNTER ARMY AIRFIELD, Jan. 29:
Tax season is almost here! The Marne Tax Centers at Fort Stewart and Hunter Army Airfield will be open Jan. 29-April 30. Tax Preparers will be available to assist Solders, Family Members, and Retirees from 8:45 a.m.-4 p.m., Monday through Friday. Full service assistance for walk-in or drop-off returns. Please bring military IDs and Social Security Cards, all statements of income (i.e., W-2 forms and 1099 forms), rental property documents, mortgage interest statements, etc. For more information, please call the Fort Stewart Tax Center at (912) 767-1040 or the Hunter Army Airfield Tax Center at (912) 315-3675.

NEW RESILIENCY TRAINING, Jan. 12-15:
ACS is gearing up for its next resiliency training for Family Members, Soldiers and DA Civilians, Jan,12-15.  This four-day course has ALL BRAND NEW MATERIAL and will help individuals and couples grow and learn how to bounce back from difficult challenges. Advance registration is required. Call 912-767-3863 to sign up or for more information.

AUDITIONS FOR “CELEBRATING YOUTH” Talent Showcase , Jan 17: 
The Fort Stewart Multicultural Gospel Service, hosts the “Celebrating Youth” Talent Showcase Feb. 21, 2015 at the Main Post Chapel, 7 p.m.  Auditions (for youth ages 5-19), are Jan. 17 at the Liberty Performing Arts Center in Hinesville, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.  To register call (323) 871-8554 or email celebratingyouth@celebratingyouth.net.  Visit the “Celebrating Youth” website at www.celebratingyouth.net

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FMWR NEWS

PASS & PERMIT RIFLE RANGE ANNOUNCES CLOSING DATES:
Due to mandatory maintenance and environmental work in the B4 training area, the Pass & Permit Rifle Range will be closed Dec. 27 and Dec. 31. The range also will be closed Jan. 1, Jan. 2, Jan. 3, Jan 17, Jan. 19 and Jan. 24. For more information, call 912-435-8061.

FAMILY DINNER AND BOWLING AT STEWART BOWLING, Dec. 28:
Families are invited to come out and take advantage of the family discount with dinner and bowling special from noon-8 p.m. Dec. 28 at Stewart Bowling Center, building 450. For $30, your family of five gets two games bowling per person, shoe rental, and dinner. For more information, call 912-767-4273.

NEW YEAR’S EVE BASH AT CLUB STEWART, Dec. 31: 
Welcome 2015 with friends and Family during the New Year's Eve Bash at Thunder Run in Club Stewart from 9 p.m. until 1 a.m. Dec. 31. The evening features a live Rhythm and Blues band, party favors, a balloon drop and cash bar. Food available for sale and drink specials offered. The cost is $25 per person. Celebration is open to Active Duty, retirees and civilians. Must be 18 to enter and 21 to drink. To help you celebrate responsibly, taxi telephone numbers will be posted and the Tow-2-Go program will be available. For more information, call 912-767-4717.

FMWR HOLIDAY HOURS, CLOSINGS AVAILABLE ONLINE The Christmas and New Year’s Holiday closures and change of hours of Family, Morale, Welfare and Recreation facilities are available by going to the following links: Fort Stewart FMWR Facility Holiday Hours- http://www.stewartmwr.com <http://www.stewartmwr.com> ;  Hunter FMWR Facility Holiday Hours- http://www.huntermwr.com <http://www.huntermwr.com> .