Monday, September 28, 2015

September 28


TODAY/THIS WEEK

 

FIRE PREVENTION MONTH SAFETY MESSAGE:

The U.S. Fire Administration reports that fires kill more than 4,000 Americans each year and approximately injure 20,000 more. U.S. fire departments respond to nearly 2 million fires each year, with three-quarters of them occurring in residences.  A home is often referred to as a safe haven. This month, make sure your home is protected from (and your family is prepared for) a fire. In the Safety Gram there are nine simple tips to help you avoid fires and reduce the risk of injury should one occur. You can go to this link and print out the flyer and post it on your safety board:  http://www.stewart.army.mil/info.asp?e=Safety.

 

CHANGES TO MAILING OFFICIAL MAIL PLANNED, now through September 30:

The DHR OMDC Bldg. 418 at Fort Stewart and OMDC Bldg.1212 at Hunter Army Airfield, will not be Metering Official Mail due to the End of Year close-out. The offices will resume metering mail at our regular scheduled times on October 1. Please contact us at 912-767-7149/7822 or 3989 for any questions or concerns.

 

TRAINING RESOURCE CONFERENCE PLANNED, Tuesday:

S-3's, Operations Sergeants Major, Master Gunners and Schools NCO's are reminded that the next monthly Training Resource Conference will be held at9:30am, at MOON THEATER. We will schedule training devices, ranges and training areas up through March 2016.

 

RELOCATION FOR HAAF DA PHOTO STUDIO SCHEDULED, starting Wednesday:

The Hunter Army Airfield DA photo studio will be relocated to 162 Leonard Neal St, Bldg. 1287. This facility opens on Wednesday's only from 9:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. Please go to http://www.stewart.army.mil/info/?id=418 for more information or call 912-767-2656.

 

STEWART MONTHLY TOBACCO CESSATION CLASS, Wednesday:

Army Public Health Nursing in conjunction with the Army Wellness Center Clinic is conducting Monthly Tobacco Cessation classes. The next class is from 8:30 to 10:00 a.m. at the Army Wellness Center located at Bldg.442. Classes will provide tools on how to become tobacco free and how to stay tobacco free if you have already quit. The class is open to all Active Duty, Retirees, Military Beneficiaries and DoD Civilians (MEDDAC, DENTAC, & VETCOM only). To register contact Kirstie McDonald at 912-435-5071/6517

 

HUNTER MONTHLY TOBACCO CESSATION CLASS, Wednesday:

Hunter Army Airfield will conduct its Monthly Tobacco Cessation class from 1-2:00 pm in the Tuttle Clinic Bldg.1440 computer room. Classes will provide tools on how to become tobacco free and how to stay tobacco free if you have already quit. Class are open to all Active Duty, Retirees, Military Beneficiaries and DoD Civilians (MEDDAC, DENTAC & VETCOM only). For more information or to register contact Kirstie McDonald at 912-

435-5071/6517

 

JOIN US FOR WEEKLY NOON BIBLE STUDY AT MARNE CHAPEL, Wednesdays:

The Director of Religious Education, Bill Agnew will facilitate the study starting with The New York Times Best Seller "The Harbinger," by Jonathan Cahn. We will discuss the book and its relevance to America today along with the impact on personal faith with a spirited discussion. Military Personnel, Civilian Employees, Contractors, Retirees and Family are welcome to attend. Bring your own bag lunch. Book and Study Guide will be provided. New comers are encouraged to attend. For more information, contact Bill Agnew at 912-767-9789.

 

HUNTER ROAD CLOSURE DURING PHYSICAL TRAINING HOURS, effective Thursday:

South Lightning Rd. located on Hunter will permanently close to vehicular traffic 6:30-7:30 am, Monday through Friday, to allow Soldiers to conduct Physical Training. The road is currently closed at the intersection of Emmet Wilson and N. Lightning; however, closure is extended through S. Lightning up to Emmett Rifles Rd. near the 224th MI Bn. Headquarters. Motorist should plan accordingly to avoid delays. For more information, contact Garrison Headquarters, 315-5686/5038/6904/3671.

 

FAMILY READINESS GROUP BROWNBAG PLANNED, Friday:

The next FRG Brownbag has been scheduled from 10:00 a.m. until noon at Bldg. 87 on Fort Stewart. Bring a snack, share best practices and take your FRG to the next level.  All FRG members, LNO's, volunteers invited.  For questions, please call FS 912-767-1257.

 

TEMPORARY CPAC OFFICE CLOSURE, Friday:

The Civilian Personnel Advisory Center (CPAC) will be closed so employees can participate in Organization Day. The office will resume normal business hours on October 5. For questions, contact Kaskha Anthony at 912-767-2302.

 

ARE YOU LOOKING FOR A CAREER WITH CID? Ongoing recruiting:

Army Criminal Investigation Command (CID) is currently accepting applications for CID Special Agents. For more information, visit https://youtu.be/FQaYto5FKMY.

 

TRICARE PHARMACY BENEFIT CHANGE, Ongoing message:

Beginning October 1, beneficiaries must get some brand name maintenance drugs filled through home delivery or at a military pharmacy (per 2015 National Defense Authorization Act). This doesn't apply to active duty service members, beneficiaries living overseas, and those with other prescription drug coverage. Beneficiaries can call Express Scripts at 1-877-363-1303 for help switching to home delivery.

 

TRICARE BENEFICIARIES URGED NOT TO USE MEDICAL FACILITIES, Ongoing message:

Beneficiaries should be advised to not utilize urgent care facilities that require you to pay up front, and do not accept ANY medical insurances. Some facilities will advise you to pay all charges out of pocket, and will encourage you to fill out claims forms for YOU to file with your insurance company. Beneficiaries that utilize these facilities should expect to be responsible for total charges paid out of pocket for all services rendered.

Charges are NOT reimbursable by TRICARE, so reimbursement will not get processed even with a referral. The following facilities are examples of those that are Non-Authorized: Urgent Care 24/7, Ready Care and Primary Care 24/7. Some of the Facilities are located in Historic Savannah, Midtown, Tybee, WhiteMarsh, and Pooler. For further information, please contact the Health Benefits Branch 912-435-6716, or TACH Health Benefits POC # 315-3646 HAAF.

 

UPDATE MISSING DEERS INFORMATION, Ongoing message:

The Defense Manpower Data Center (DMDC) has mailed letters to sponsors and families informing them DEERS is missing or has incorrect information (e.g. SSNs missing, names and birth dates in Social Security). For tax year 2015, DMDC will report minimum essential coverage (MEC) status to the IRS. Sponsors must ensure EACH family member's DEERS information is correct, with a valid SSN. To get help, beneficiaries should visit an ID-card office or email or call the DMDC Support Office (dodhra.dodc-mb.dmdc.mbx.webmaster@mail.mil or 1-800-538-9552 (TTY/TDD: 1-866-363-2883).

 

CHECK YOUR LES FOR ANNUAL REPORTING REQUIREMENTS, Ongoing message:

Effective January 2016, Federal Agencies will be required to furnish annual reporting requirements to each full-time employee, as defined under the Affordable Care Act. This form will provide information on their Federal Employee Health Benefits (FEHB) enrollment in the prior year.  DFAS will provide this form to employees via MyPay or by mail, if elected. Employees are required to submit this document when they file federal taxes annually.

 

Employees are encouraged to log into your myPay Caution-mypay.dfas.mil/mypay.aspx account and from the main menu, select "Turn On/Off Hard Copy of IRS Form 1095."  Electronic delivery is the fastest and most secure method to receive the form once it becomes available. To ensure you receive this electronically, you will need to opt in to receive an electronic copy of the Form 1095 as soon as possible and no later than September 30, 2015. Visit http://www.irs.gov/Affordable-Care-Act/Individuals-and-Families for more information regarding the Tax Reporting Requirements under ACA.

 

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SEPTEMBER - OTHER HEADLINES

 

FORT STEWART DINING FACILITY OPERATING HOURS, October: 

The Fort Stewart and HAAF Dining Facilities cordially invite DA Civilians and Family Members to dine with us at Legion Bldg. 207,660 Harmon Ave, Thunder Café Bldg. 3003, 1600 W. 6th Street, and Spartan Bldg. 8439, Vanguard Road. The DFACs will be open for weekday breakfast, lunch and dinner meals, Monday through Friday.  Weekend/holiday hours begin with the supper meal on Friday (for the training holiday on 9 October, the weekend designated DFAC begins with supper on Thursday, October 8.  The Spartan DFAC will close after the lunch meal on October 8 and will reopen with the breakfast meal on 13 October.  Dining Facility information can be found on the Team Stewart webpage at: http://www.stewart.army.mil/info.asp?e=DFAC. For questions please contact 767-8761 or call the 24-hour DFAC hotline at 912-767-4991.

 

FS WEEKEND/HOLIDAY DFAC:  Dining Facilities open for Weekend/Holiday meals are Legion and Spartan DFACs.  Spartan DFAC will be closed after the lunch meal on October 8 and will reopen with the breakfast meal on October 13. Designated Weekend and Holiday Meal DFACs begin with the supper meal on Friday October 9, the weekend designated DFAC begins with supper October 8.  Hours of operation are Brunch 9:30 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. and Supper 5-6:30 p.m.

 

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 6-8:00 a.m.; Thunder Café 5-6:30 a.m.; and Spartan 7:30-9:00 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.

 

HAAF CONSOLIDATED DINING FACILITY OPERATING HOURS, October:

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.

 

TOTAL ARMY SPONSORSHIP TRAINING AVAILABLE, Ongoing:

The Total Army Sponsorship Program is designed to integrate single and married Service Members and their Families, as well as civilians, into the military unit and community. Training is available to Active Army, the Army National Guard, U.S. Army Reserve, and Department of the Army and non-Department of the Army civilian employees. To schedule Sponsorship Training for ten or more within your unit at Stewart or Hunter, please contact (912) 767-5058.

 

SHOW CAUTION AS THE AREA IS IMPROVED, now through November 6:

Georgia Power will be clearing trees and vegetation on the Northern side of Hero Road from the Georgia Power Substation to Fort Stewart road 47. Motorists and pedestrians are advised to be aware of vehicles and equipment entering and exiting the clearing site. For more information, contact Ajani Azizi at 912-228-7266.

 

HUNTER TRAFFIC WARNING FOR NORTH PERIMETER ROAD, now through December 07: 

Commuters are encouraged to use caution on Hunter Army Airfield as road construction is planned for North Perimeter Road between Wilson Blvd and Gannam Ave. Detour signs and traffic control devices will be displayed for the duration of the road closure.  Motorists are encouraged to avoid this area to minimize traffic congestion and be alert to changes in traffic patterns. For more information call DPW, Ben Seacrist at 912-767-3269 or 912-228-7114.

 

DATE CHANGE FOR FOREIGN-BORN SPOUSE PROGRAM, Tuesdays:

Army Community Service provides assistance to foreign-born Spouses to help them adapt and thrive in American society and the military lifestyle. Support includes information and referral, support groups, and referrals for English as a Second Language (ESL) classes at the Education Center, as well as pre-citizenship information through the Legal offices.  The Foreign-born Spouse Program meets on the second Tuesday of every month at 1000 at Fort Stewart ACS, Bldg. 86 and Hunter ACS, Bldg. 1286. Come, network, share experiences, develop friendships, and learn about the many resources that are available. Please call ACS for more information 912-767-5058.

 

DATE CHANGE FOR HEARTS APART PROGRAM, Tuesdays:

Army Community Service (ACS) offers support services to unaccompanied Families of Service Members who depart the installation for an assignment (PCS), extended temporary duty (TDY), or field training exercises. Families at Stewart and Hunter are invited to join the support group, which holds meetings every second Tuesday of the month at 1000 at Stewart ACS, Bldg. 86 and the Hunter ACS, Bldg. 1286. For more information, please call ACS at 912-767-5058. 

 

MILITARY SPOUSE BRIEFING SCHEDULED, Thursday:

The Fort Stewart Civilian Personnel Advisory Center will be offering a briefing on Military Spouse Preference, Priority Placement Program and Executive order 13473, from 8:00 a.m. to noon. The briefing is open to Commanders, CSM, 1SG,FRG's/FRSA's and Military Spouses. The briefing will be held at the Fort Stewart Education Center, 100 Knowledge Drive, room 234. For more information contact Chris Meyers; 912-767-6125, Daniel Soto-Feliciano; 912-767-0575, Rolanda Jones; 912-767-2211 or Connie Lee; 921-767-1323.

 

REGISTER FOR ACES COLLEGE GRADUATION CEREMONY, by Friday:

The Army Continuing Education System (ACES) 34th Annual College Graduation is scheduled for 2:00 p.m. on November 6 at the Main Post Chapel. The Ft. Stewart/Hunter College Graduation is open to all Military, Family Members, Retirees, and Civilian/Contract employees who will be within 6 semester hours of completing degree requirements or have earned a college degree between Dec 2014 and Dec 2015. Students attending "On-Post" schools should contact their local college for registration. Students enrolled in "Off-Post" schools must register at http://www.stewart.army.mil/info/?id=400&p=13 or contact the Fort Stewart Education Center at (912) 767-8331.

 

HAVE FUN WHILE LEARNING ABOUT FIRE SAFETY, Saturday:

Join the Hunter Army Airfield Fire department open house at Balfour Beatty Community Center located at 1 Gannam Ave from 11:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. Events include free food, kid's activities, fire truck displays and more. Please call 912-315-2009 for additional information.

 

FAMILY READINESS LIASION TRAINING SCHEDULED, October 6, 7: 

Our next training event is scheduled from 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Bldg. 87. Call 912-767-1257/4047 to register or online at Team Stewart website. The FRL Program has been established at the brigade level and below as an additional duty responsibility of a selected Soldier. This duty is not one to take lightly as it assists the Commander in maintaining an effective and responsive Soldier and Family Readiness Program.

 

RESILENCY SKILLS EXERCISE OFFERED, October 15: 

Join the Army Community Service Resiliency Trainers from 9:00 a.m. until noon at Fort Stewart ACS Bldg. 87 as we conduct “Put it in Perspective” and Mental Games. When you attend these events, you learn valuable skills to make the chain of resilient people stronger. Call 912 767-1257 to register or online at the Team Stewart website.

 

FIELD SANITATION TEAM TRAINING PLANNED, October 19-23:

This 40 hour training course will take place from 9 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. at the Hunter Army Airfield Education Center, room 18.  You MUST register for the course in order to attend.  There are only 30 available slots, so register today.  To register or for more information, call 912-435-7354 or e-mail: usarmy.stewart.medcom-winn.list.environmental-health-services@mail.mil

 

PARTICIPATE IN ANNUAL FALL CLEAN UP, October 21-23:

Collection stations will be on hand to dispose of small scrap metal items, electronics, hazardous waste and more. Bring your items to Hunter Army Airfield October 21 from 9:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. in the parking lot on the corner of Duncan Drive and Billy Mitchell Blvd. Fort Stewart will host a collection station October 22 from 9:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. in the parking lot adjacent to Bennett Sports Complex on Harmon Ave. For more information about the Recycling “Drive-Thru,” contact 912-767-6573/1234.

 

SCHEDULED ENVIRONMENTAL PERFORMANCE ASSESSMENT & ASSISTANCE INSPECTION, October 26-30:

The objective of the EPAAS inspection is to identify non-compliance with environmental regulations and non-conformance with the International Organization for Standardization’s 14001 standard used for our Sustainability Management System. Assessors will conduct random interviews of FS/HAAF Soldiers, Civilians, and contractors throughout the Installation in order to determine the workforce’s awareness of the SMS and general knowledge of the Sustainability Policy. For more information and to ensure you are prepared if approached by an assessor, please view the SMS Awareness Video on the FS/HAAF intranet at http://stewdpwa401/smsquiz or call 912-767-2010.

 

SPECIALIZED TRANSITIONING EVENT PLANNED, November 5 The Soldier & Family Assistance Center is scheduled to host Growth, Progression and Strength event from 9:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. at the Fort Stewart Education Center Bldg. 100. The target audience for the event includes Warrior Transition Battalion Soldiers, their family members and caregivers. The event is designed to provide resources for soldiers who are transitioning in the Integrated Disability Evaluation System. For more information, contact Ibek Rodriguez at 912-435-9546.

 

ALWAYS KEEP "IWATCH" IN MIND:

iWATCH, iREPORT, iSalute are community programs to help your neighborhood stay safe from terrorist activities.  You and your fellow Army community members can report behaviors and activities that make you feel uncomfortable and do not look right (suspicious behaviors). iWATCH ARMY is a program and partnership between your community and your local law enforcement.  iWATCH ARMY asks you to report behavior and activities that are unusual or seem out of the ordinary. You can submit online or by phone.  Visit www.stewart.army.mil/info/?id=541 to learn more.

 

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FMWR NEWS

 

PLEASE BE PATIENT DURING OUR RENOVATION, Ongoing Message:

Club Stewart, including Thunder Run, will continue serving its customers, but asks their patience during a six-week floor resurfacing project now under way. Thunder Run lunch customers will enter through a small side door, just to the right of the doors normally used for entry to Thunder Run. Those attending functions and events in the Ballroom, Palmetto Room, Patriots Lounge or Liberty Room are asked to park in the north side parking lot (closest to Sixth Street across from Lodging) and use the north entrance. The north entrance also provides access to the temporarily relocated Catering and Reservations offices. For more information, call 912-767-4717.

 

STEWART YOUTH ACTION COUNCIL MEETING SCHEDULED, Wednesday:

Teens can get involved and help to improve their quality of life by participating in the free Youth Action Council meeting from 5-6:00 p.m. at the Fort Stewart Youth Center, 62 Mindoro Loop, Bldg. 5655 (behind Diamond Elementary). The council provides a great opportunity to meet new friends, to have fun and make a difference in your community. For more information, call the School Liaison Office at 912-767-6533 or the Youth Center at 912-767-4491.

 

COMMANDER’S GOLF SCRAMBLE PLANNED AT STEWART, Wednesday:

Commanders Golf Scramble will have a 1:00 p.m. shotgun start at Taylors Creek Golf Course. Everyone is invited to play in the two-person modified team scramble. The $45 per person entry fee includes tournament fee, range balls, golf car, mulligans, prizes and lunch. Registration will be at 11:30 a.m. and lunch will be at noon. For more information, call 912-767-2370.

 

BOWLING RETURNS TO STEWART BOWLING CENTER, Thursday:

New Glo Bowl lanes, new carpeting and tile are in place and bowling returns to Stewart Bowling Center, Bldg. 450. Until then, you can still dine at our Corner Café, which has continued serving while renovation work was under way. Come see the changes. Stewart Bowling Center is open Wednesday-Monday from 11:30 a.m. until 9:00 p.m. and closed Tuesday. For more information, call 912-767-4273. 

 

COMMUNITY THEATRE AUDITIONS SCHEDULED AT STEWART, Thursday through Saturday:

Fort Stewart/Hunter Army Airfield Community Theatre will hold auditions at Newman Fitness Center for its production of “Eb Scrooge: A Southern Fried Carol.” Needed are up to 50 cast members (25 males and 25 females), as well as set designers and builders, lighting and sound technicians, plus stage hands. Audition hours are 6-8:00 p.m. Oct. 1-2; and 10:00 a.m. until 3:00 p.m. Oct. 3. For more information, call 912-767-6212.

 

JOIN THE GRIDIRON CHALLENGE, Fridays:

If you enjoy picking weekly NFL winners, and want to see how your skill matches up with others, the Gridiron Challenge every Friday from 5-7:00 p.m. in Warriors Lounge at Club Stewart is made for you.  There’s no admission charge, but you must be 18 to play and 21 or older to drink. Each week, the person who picks the most winners will win a prize. The total of wins will be kept on file and after 17 weeks, a prize of $400 cash will be awarded to the person with the most winning picks for the season. For more information, call 912-767-4717.

 

FREE KIDS BASKETBALL CAMP AT HUNTER WITH ASU MEN’S AND WOMEN’S TEAMS SCHEDULED, Saturday:

Armstrong State University’s men’s and women’s basketball teams will conduct a free Kids Camp from 9 a.m. until noon Oct. 3 at Tominac Fitness Center, Hunter. The camp is for youth 8-17. Parents must be present during camp. In addition to instruction, participants will receive a T-shirt and have an opportunity to get players’ autographs. For more information, call 912-315-5078.

 

FOUR-PERSON MODIFIED SCRAMBLE AT TAYLORS CREEK, Saturday:

Play in the four-person modified scramble at Taylors Creek Golf Course starting at 9:00 a.m. Players can sign up on the day of play, but are requested to register in advance. The $40 per person cost includes greens fee, cart and range balls. For more information, call 912-767-2370.      

 

STEWART ADULT FLAG FOOTBALL TOURNAMENT PLANNED, Friday, Saturday:

A flag football double elimination tournament will be held at Bennett Sports Complex, Bldg. 471. Open to Active Duty, family members, Retirees, National Guard, and DoD Civilians who are 18 years or older. The cost to enter is $235 per team. Teams must have a minimum of seven players or a maximum of 15. Sign-up now through Sept. 28 at Bennett Sports Complex. Games will be played at Bennett’s Sports Complex. Teams will be 7-on-7 players with a chance to win a trophy. Trophies will be presented to the first and second place teams as well as individual trophies for the first-place team members. For more information, call 912-767-8238.

 

POST-WIDE HOUSING GARAGE SALE AT STEWART & HUNTER SCHEDULED, Saturday:

Everyone's invited (Military and Non-Military) to the neighborhood garage sale throughout post housing areas on Stewart and Hunter from 8:00 a.m. until 2:00 p.m.  Only residents of post housing are eligible to sell and the garage sale is open to the public. Gate passes for civilian guests may be obtained two days in advance from Gate 1 at Stewart and Montgomery Street Gate at Hunter.  For more information, call 912-767-8238 (Stewart) or 315-5078 (Hunter).

 

JOIN US FOR MONDAY GOLF BLITZ AT TAYLORS CREEK, October 5 through December 14:

The Monday Blitz at Taylors Creek Golf Course will run from Oct. 5 through Dec. 14. Tee off between 4:30 and 5:00 p.m. Play is open to men and women and will cost $23 per person. Participants must play eight of the 11 weeks to qualify for the Championship Monday, although everyone who plays on Monday qualifies for daily prizes that day. A nine-hole point system will be used. For more information, call 912-767-2370. 

 

KAYAK FLOAT TRIP PLANNED, October 10:

Enjoy the great outdoors on a Leisure Travel Kayak Float Trip starting at 9:00 a.m. on a Coastal Georgia waterway. The cost is just $20 per person and includes transportation to the start and end point for the trip. Youth under 18 must be accompanied by an adult. Paddlers must be at least 12 years-old. Participants are asked to bring a sack lunch.

Register online at WebTrac or at Outdoor Recreation Equipment Checkout (912-435-8205), building 8325 at Holbrook Pond, by Oct. 8. For more information, call 912-767-4316.

 

IRONMAN SHOOT SCHEDULED AT HUNTER SKEET/TRAP RANGE, October 10:

Participants in the Ironman Shoot, from 8:00 a.m. until 3:00 p.m. at the Hunter Skeet/Trap Range, will compete in one round of skeet, one round of trap, and one round of 5-stand. Sign-up sheet is at the range. The cost is $35 per person before Oct. 9, and $45 after that. Lunch is provided. For more information, call 912-315-9554.

 

STEWART ADULT DODGEBALL TOURNAMENT PLANNED, October 16-17:

A round robin dodgeball tournament will be held at Bennett Sports Complex, Bldg.471. Open to Active Duty, Family Members, Retirees, National Guard, and DoD Civilians who are 18 years or older. The cost to enter is $155 per team. Maximum number of team members is ten. Sign-up now through Oct. 9 at Bennett Sports Complex. Games will be played at Bennett’s Sports Complex. Teams will be 6-on- 6 players. Trophies will be presented to the first- and second-place teams as well as individual trophies for the first-place team members. For more information, call 912-767-8238.

 

DESTINATION UNKNOWN TRIP SCHEDULED, October 17:

Register by October 14 for this destination unknown trip to Jacksonville, Fla., at 4:00 p.m. What we are going to visit this time? Here’s a hint: don't fear the animals, but there are other creatures lurking. The cost is $20 for adults and $18 for children ages 4-12. For more information, call 912-767-2841 (Stewart), or 912-315-3674 (Hunter).

 

REGISTER FOR STEWART MANAGED HUNTS, Oct. 24, Nov. 7, and Dec. 19:

Active Duty Soldiers and Retirees can sign up now for one of three Outdoor Recreation managed hunts at Fort Stewart this season. Sign up at the Stewart or Hunter Pass and Permit offices. The Oct. 24 hunt will be held in Red Cloud Complex and the deadline for registration is Oct. 12. The second hunt will be Nov. 7 in the Delta Area and the registration deadline is Oct. 26. The third hunt will be in the Bravo Area Dec. 19, with a selection drawing on Dec. 8. There will be 45 slots for active duty soldiers and five slots for retirees. You can put your name in for all hunts, but you can only go on one hunt in a year. A $25 fee per hunter is payable upon selection. For more information, call either of the Pass and Permit offices. The telephone numbers are 912-435-8061 (Stewart) and 912-315-5163 (Hunter).

 

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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.)

 

HELP RAISE MONEY FOR THE COMMUNITY, Saturday:

The Marne Community & Spouses club will host a “Boil and Baskets” auction at the Richmond Hill City Center. The MCSC is a non-profit organization whose mission is to support Fort Stewart and Hunter Army Airfield families in the form of community outreach, academic scholarships and welfare grants. Last year MCSC donated over $30,500 back to the Marne community. This year the auction will feature a traditional low country boil, live music, door prizes along with a silent auction and much more. For ticket sales, contact Cassandra Ivey at 703-568-0095 or visit www.marnecommunityclub.com.

 

RUN FOR HEALTHY LIVING, October 10:

Hinesville will host a 5K Run/Walk at Bradwell Park beginning at 8:00 a.m. Children and pets are welcome to participate. Fees apply so be sure to register before October 3 for best prices. Online registration is available at http://www.cityofhinesville.org/.

 

BRING YOUR COSTUME, RUN AT THE PEMBROKE “SPOOKTACULAR,” October 24:

Pembroke Spooktacular features a costume friendly 5K run/walk and a 10K run over and around the railroad tracks throughout the City of Pembroke from 8-11:00 a.m. And just to make this run interesting, the course runs through the local cemetery. Online registration closes October 22 at 10:00 p.m. and walkers are welcomed to participate. For more information or to register, visit savannahraces.com

 

HINESVILLE VETERANS SALUTE PLANNED, November 7:

The Hinesville Military Affairs Committee will be hosting the 3rd annual Veterans Salute on November 7 from 10:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. at Bryant Commons (438 W. Oglethorpe Hwy). The event is free and open to the public. There will be a motorcycle show, silent auction, music, vendors and more. If you, your group, or band would like to perform during the event, call (912) 492-6401 or email kbellshape@gmail.com. For more information, visit www.veteransmemorialhinesville.com.

 

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ADMIN NOTES

 

MARNE MESSAGE WEEKEND EDITION

This message is a weekly publication posted to email each Thursday and will highlight events for the immediate 5 days only. 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.

 

MARNE MESSAGE GOES TO ONCE-A-WEEK:

The Marne Message is a weekly publication posted to email each Monday and to the Marne Message Blogger at http://marnemessage.blogspot.com.  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.

 

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.  If you have any problems, send 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.