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GET READY FOR NEW AUTOMATED ENTRY PROCEDURES:
The new Automated Installation Entry (AIE 2+) process
testing will begin Jan. 18. Once a person scans their CAC/Family Member/Retiree
identification at the gate, they will automatically be registered in the AIE
system. This will take approximately 15 seconds to complete and entry
thereafter should be 3-5 seconds This system checks individuals for warrants,
installation revocations/debarments, criminal backgrounds, wants, and security
alerts. To save time and speed up the entry process, ID card holders may also
register in the AIE2+ at the Directorate of Emergency Services Registration
offices at Fort Stewart (building 226) and Hunter Army Airfield (building
1286), Monday-Friday from 7:30 a.m.-4 p.m. For more information, 912-767-1883.
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TODAY/THIS WEEK
FOREIGN-BORN SPOUSE PROGRAM MEETING, Tuesday:
Fort Stewart and Hunter foreign-born spouses are invited
to attend this month's Foreign-born Spouse Program meeting Tuesday at 10 a.m.
at Ft. Stewart's Army Community Service (ACS), building 86. Employment readiness is this month's
topic! Come, meet other foreign-born
spouses, and learn what our ACS Employment Readiness Program can do to help you
in your job search! For more
information, please call (912) 767-5058.
MARTIN LUTHER KING JR OBSERVANCE, Wednesday:
As part of the U.S. Army and 3rd ID’s support of Equal
Opportunity observances, the installation will host a Martin Luther King Jr.
Day observance with keynote speaker Leonard McCoy, an Armstrong State
University political science instructor, Noon, Wednesday at Club Stewart. For
more information, call 912-435-9879.
ECO ROUNDTABLE, Thursday:
The Environmental Compliance Officer (ECO) Roundtable
will be held Thursday, 9:30 a.m., at building 1153. For more information please
call Mr. Greg Benn at 912-767-1228.
POLICE ADMIN RECORDS CLOSED, Thursday:
Police Admin (Records Section) closes for mandatory
training Thursday. For more information, call 912-767-8484/8496.
CLIENT SERVICES OFFICE CLOSURE, Friday and Monday:
The Legal Assistance Office will be closed Friday and
Jan. 18. The office will resume normal operating hours Jan. 19. As a reminder
Legal Assistance Office hours are Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday and Friday from
9-11:30 a.m., 1-4:30 p.m. and Thursday from 1-4:30 p.m.
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JANUARY/OTHER BRIEFS
MOTOR VEHICLE OPERATOR POSTION OPEN, through Jan. 20:
HIRING Motor Vehicle Operator, NA-07, Fort Stewart -
Intermittent. The salary is $11.81 to $13.77 per hour. This position required
working weekdays and weekends for day trips and weekend overnight trips. Job Announcement number SCNAFDW151577487
will close Jan. 20. Copy of Commercial Driver's License (CDL) with P
(Passengers) endorsement with no restrictions must be submitted by the closing
date of the announcement. Interested applicants may apply via www.usajobs.gov
website.
FOOD HANDLER'S CLASS, Jan. 25:
This class will be held at Winn ACH in the Patriot
Auditorium from 10:30-11:30 a.m. FREE class, certification is good for one
year. To register for this class, please submit your first and last name to
usarmy.stewart.medcom-winn.list.environmental-health-services@mail.mil by COB
Jan. 21. Pre-registration is a REQUIREMENT in order to attend this class, and
you must be on time, no-walk-ins are permitted.
This class is mandated for all those dealing with food items on
FSGA/HAAF (Unit functions, Organizational Days, FRG Events).
GRAND OPENING OF MARNE TAX CENTERS, Jan. 25:
The Marne Tax Center Grand opening is scheduled for 9
a.m. at Fort Stewart and 10:30 a.m. at Hunter Army Airfield, Jan. 25. The
Stewart location is 2233 Gulick Ave. (building 816) near Gate #5 (follow the
signs around post). The HAAF location is 638 Horace Emmet Wilson Blvd.,
building 1211 (Legal Assistance Building). The Marne Tax Center offers FREE tax
preparation services for active duty Soldiers, retired from active duty, and
their eligible Family Members. The centers will be OPEN all training holidays
and CLOSED federal holidays. Plan on using the Marne Tax Center to file your
taxes this year! The phone numbers will be as follows: FSGA - (912)
767-1040/HAAF - (912) 315-3675.
FIELD SANITATION TEAM TRAINING, January 25-29:
Field Sanitation Team training will be taking place
January 25-29. This 40 hour course will
be held from 9 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. at the SFC Paul R. Smith Education Center,
room 223. You MUST register for the
course in order to attend. There are
only 48 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.
STEWART TRANSITION SUMMIT, Jan. 26-27:
The Fort Stewart Transition Summit Empowering the
Military Community-Enhancing Veterans Competitiveness will be held Jan. 26-27
at Club Stewart, 1020 Hero Road, on Fort Stewart. On Jan. 26 at 2:30 p.m.,
there will be a Keynote, Interactive Forum and Panel Discussion for Employers
and Senior Leaders; 4 p.m., Networking Reception for Employers, Job Seekers and
Senior Leaders. On Jan. 27 at 9:30
a.m., Employment Panels and Workshop for Job Seekers; 1 p.m., Hiring Fair. For registration questions please contact hiringourheroes@uschamber.com
or call 202-463-5807.
FACEBOOK TOWNHALL, Jan. 29:
Save the date! The next Fort Stewart-Hunter Army Airfield
Facebook Townhall is scheduled for Jan. 29. Address any of your questions,
concerns, comments in this public Social Media avenue on anything from apples
to zebras. You must 'like' the Fort Stewart-Hunter Army Airfield Facebook page
and then become a part of the great discussions. For more information, call
912-435-9879.
SPOUSES NEEDED, by Feb. 1:
Installation Management Command is requesting people who
volunteer to be part of new initiative called "Why I Volunteer". If
you have Spouses who are part of Family Readiness Groups, or volunteer
throughout the Installation/Community, and are interested in participating,
please call Naomi Fayson at 912-435-9646 or Beau Bradley at 912-767-1597.
Deadline for submissions is 1 Feb.
Photographs will also be taken for a #WhyIVolunteer Campaign on Social
Media.
FULL ACS RESILIENCY TRAINING EVENT, Feb. 1-5:
Join the ACS Resiliency Team as we conduct the entire
course, Feb. 1-5. Learn how to overcome
hardships and adverse events in order to bounce back and grow stronger from the
experience. Training begins at 9 a.m. and run to 4 p.m. daily. Families, Spouses, Family Readiness Groups,
and Department of the Army Civilians are all encouraged to attend with their
Supervisors permission as Professional Development. For more information and to register, call
912-767-1257/4047/1597.
COMMISSARY ACCEPTING SCHOLARSHIP APPLICATIONS, through Feb.
12:
The Scholarships for Military Children Program will be
accepting applications from eligible students through Feb. 12 at the Fort
Stewart Commissary. At least one
scholarship will be awarded at every commissary location where qualified
applications are received. Additional recipients will be selected based on a
prorated basis, so more scholarships will be awarded at those commissaries with
larger applicant numbers. To download the application or to read more
information for qualifications, visit: http://www.militaryscholar.org. If you
have any questions, then please contact Priscilla Echols, 912-767-2076.
MILITARY SPOUSE BRIEFING, Feb. 23 & 24:
A military spouse briefing is scheduled for Feb. 23 and
Feb. 24 from 9-11:30 a.m. at the Army Education Center, Room. If you have any
questions please don't hesitate to contact Tamika Brown, 912-767-1287.
DESERT STORM REUNION PLANNED, Feb. 24-28:
General (Retired) Barry R. McCaffrey is the scheduled
keynote speaker for the 24th Infantry Division's Desert Storm Silver
Anniversary Reunion and Memorial Ceremony, Feb. 24-28 at Fort Stewart and
Hinesville. Come together for fun, fellowship, and remembrance with your
"Victory" brothers and sisters. Group rates available at the
Hinesville Econo Lodge. For more information, contact
www.reunion2desertstorm24id.com.
JOBS HIRING NOW THROUGH APRIL 6 and 7:
Cook Leader, NL-06, Fort Stewart DODEA Schools - Intermittent.
The salary is $12.29 to $14.33 per hour.
Job Announcement number CNAFDW151590081SR closes April 6. Cook, NA-04,
Fort Stewart DODEA Schools - Intermittent - Multiple Vacancies. The salary is
$9.78 to $11.44 per hour. Job
Announcement number SCNAFDW151592759SR closes April 7. Interested applicants
may apply via www.usajobs.gov website.
ACS YOUTUBE CHANNEL ACTIVATES:
ACS is proud to announce the activation of our #YouTube Channel. Watch previous Public Service
Announcements, videos and items to make your Army
Life more enjoyable. Please share with
units, FRGs, Army Spouses and Soldiers. Our page is
located at:
https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCy4GyOuBxMt-pAsFSWhWV8A. For more
information, call 912-767-1597.
CONTROLLED BURN NOTICE:
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.
ENTERPRISE EMAIL SIZE LIMITATIONS, ongoing:
Per Department of the Army CIO/G6 Policy dated 16 Dec 15,
DISA has begun enforcement of the 4-gigabyte mailbox size limit for SIPR and
NIPR accounts. Once the 4GB limit is in place, mailboxes that exceed the limit
will lose functionality until the size is reduced. As a result of exceeding the
size limit, you will receive a warning notice to reduce your mailbox when it approaches
the authorized limit and you will lose the ability to send email when the
mailbox reaches its authorized limit. If you fail to take action to reduce the
size of the mailbox, you will also lose the ability to receive email and a
non-delivery notification will be received by anyone attempting to send to your
mailbox. To assist you in managing the size of your mailbox, several resources
are available with the links noted in a complete pdf of all TTPs at
https://esd-crm.csd.disa.mil/app/answers/detail/a_id/1639. Please contact your
local S6/G6 help desk for assistance in implementing any of the above TTPs. For
Enterprise Email issues outside the scope of your S6/G6 help desks, please
submit a trouble ticket to the Army Enterprise Service Desk (AESD) using the
icon on your desktop. For more information, call 912-435-9605.
HASE ROAD CLOSURE, ongoing:
The intersection of Hase Road and McNeely Avenue will be
closed for approximately 120 days to construct new traffic circle. Message
boards and detour signs will be placed to direct traffic around the
construction area, please avoid this area during construction to avoid traffic
congestion. POC for this project is Gary McIntyre, 912-767-3305.
BIBLE STUDY AT MARNE CHAPEL, Wednesdays:
Beginning Noon Wednesday at Marne Chapel, a New Bible
Study/Discussion for 2016 will be offered weekly. Have you ever wondered how
God has woven His Plan of the Ages throughout the pages of The Bible? From
Genesis to Revelation this "Panorama" view of Scripture will open
your Eyes and ears to God's Word in a unique and exciting way. Military
Personnel, Civilian Employees, Contractors, Retirees and Family members are
welcome to attend. Bring your own bag lunch. Study materials will be provided.
For more information, contact Bill Agnew at 912-767-9789.
FIFI'S KITCHEN VENDOR MOVES/NEW HOURS:
Fifi's Kitchen mobile food vendor will now be located at
the Marne Express (24 Hour Shoppette) and will be open from 8 a.m.-2 p.m. Menu
items include breakfast and lunch with daily specials. Pre-orders can be placed
by calling (423) 237-7057.
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FMWR BRIEFS
MONDAY FUN BOWLING LEAGUE STARTS TODAY AT MARNE
CENTER:
Play begins today in the Monday Fun Bowling League at
Marne Bowling Center. The cost is $10 per week. Register at 6:45 p.m. For more
information, call 912-767-4866.
MEN'S & WOMEN'S GOLF CLINIC AT STEWART, Thursday:
Interested in learning the basics of golf? Need to brush
up on the game? Join us for a fun afternoon of learning at the Taylors Creek
Golf Course driving range at 4 p.m. Thursday. There’s no charge. For more
information, call 912-767-2370.
ADULT/CHILD FOOT GOLF AT HUNTER, Saturday:
One adult and one child can play Foot Golf, the fastest
growing sport in America, for just $20 after noon at Hunter Golf Course on
Saturday. The introductory price includes soccer ball. For more information,
call 912-315-9115.
ANNUAL "TOP OF THE WALL CHALLENGE" AT CORKAN:
Win a year of free climbing at Corkan! The annual Extreme
Wall Climbing Challenge starts Saturday at Corkan Fun Center. The challenge is
to climb all 11 routes in the extreme climbing room in the shortest time. The
winner in each category receives a year of free climbing room admission. Four
categories of winners: adult (male and female) and boys and girls (ages 8-18).
The cost to participate is $5 per hour during Corkan’s regular hours. For more
information, call 912-767-4273.
HOLIDAY HAPPENINGS ON MLK DAY AT CORKAN, Jan. 18:
In honor of Martin Luther King Jr. Day, come celebrate
from 11:30 a.m.-6 p.m. Jan. 18 with $2 games and $2 shoe rentals at any Corkan
Recreation Facility. For more information, call 912-767-4273.
FOOT GOLF SCRAMBLE AT STEWART, Jan. 22:
All are invited to participate in Foot Golf 4-person
scramble at 3 p.m. Jan. 22 at Taylors Creek Golf Course. The cost is $10 per
person and includes soccer ball. Indoor or turf shoes are permitted, but soccer
shoes with cleats not allowed. For more information, call 912-767-2370.
DIVE IN MOVIE AT STEWART, Jan. 22:
Watch the delightful “Finding Nemo,” rated G, from 6-8
p.m. Jan. 22 while swimming or floating in the Johnson Fitness Center Indoor
Pool. There is no charge. For more information, call 912-435-9306.
DANCE FITNESS PARTY & MINI-HEALTH FAIR AT HUNTER,
Jan. 23:
Join us in a two-hour dance fitness party featuring group
fitness classes, Zumba and Bounce from 10 a.m. until 1 p.m. Jan. 23 at Tominac
Fitness Center. Health assessments, nutritional information and screenings
offered at no charge. For more information, call 912-315-5078.
FAMILY DINNER AND BOWLING AT STEWART BOWLING, Jan. 24:
For $30, your family (up to five) gets two games of
bowling per person, shoe rental and dinner Jan. 24 from noon-7 p.m. at Stewart
Bowling Center. For more information, call 912-767-4273.
RUN TO BRUNCH 5K, Jan. 30:
Register by Jan. 28 at $30 per person for the untimed Run
to Brunch 5K Walk/Run from 9 a.m. Jan. 30, beginning at the Club Stewart
Parking Lot. The event is geared toward all ages and fitness levels and ends
with a gourmet brunch. Each registered participant receives a race bib, event
shirt and brunch buffet ticket. Registration is $40 on Jan. 29 and 30th. To
register or for more information, go to www.stewartmwr.com
<http://www.stewartmwr.com> and
click on Calendar at the top of the page. There you’ll find a link to the Run
to Brunch 5K, as well as numerous other MWR programs and events. For more information,
call 912-767-2515.
MEINHARDT VINEYARDS & WINERY TRIP, Jan. 30:
Visit the Meinhardt Vineyards & Winery in Statesboro,
Ga., with Leisure Travel at 3 p.m. Jan. 30 for a tour and tasting. Adults only.
The cost is $25 per person. Registration will continue until Jan. 25. For more
information, call 912-767-2841 at Stewart or 912-315-3674 at Hunter. For more
information, call 912-435-8061 or 912-767-4316.
FUN IN THE SMOKEY MOUNTAINS TRIP, Feb. 12-14, 2016:
Registration ongoing until Jan. 25 for the Leisure Travel
trip to Gatlinburg Tenn., Feb. 12-14. Skiing, snowboarding, tubing and ice
skating are all available at the Ober Gatlinburg Ski Resort. Cost of $450 for
1-4 persons includes hotel and transportation. Additional $50 charge for fifth
person. Price does not cover ski and snow board rentals, but Military discounts
are given. For more information, call 912-767-2841 (Stewart) or 912- 315-3674
(Hunter).
BOSS ORLANDO TRIP, Feb. 12-14:
Register now for the BOSS trip to Orlando, where you’ll
spend two nights at Shades of Green Resort on the Walt Disney World Resort,
with access to the Disney Transportation Network, Universal Studios and Sea
World. The cost is $100 per person, which includes two days to play in the
parks, transportation, lodging and breakfast on Saturday. Park tickets are
additional, at participants’ discretion. Leisure Travel can help with your
selection and budgeting. Register at
Stewart or Hunter Leisure Travel. Registration ends Feb. 1. For more
information, contact your unit BOSS representative or Stewart/Hunter BOSS
President Sgt. Dwan D. Byas at 912-202-6201.
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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.)
SAVANNAH THEATER 'TICKETS FOR TROOPS', ongoing:
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!
For more information, visit
http://www.savannahtheatre.com/tickets-for-troops/.
BASKETBALL MILITARY APPRECIATION DAY, Jan. 23:
Join the Armstrong State Pirates for Military
Appreciation Day, Jan. 23. Armstrong State Pirates vs. Lander Bearcats Women
play at 1:30 p.m.; men play 3:30 p.m. Active Duty Military can get FREE tickets
at FS-HAAF MWR Travel Offices or bring Military ID to game. Cost for civilians,
$1. For additional information, go to Armstrongpirates.com.
ADAPTIVE GOLF EXPERIENCE, 3rd Saturday of each month:
Encouraging individuals with disabilities or challenges
due to stroke, spine injury, TBI, neurological conditions, amputation and more
to learn and play golf. Clinics held the 3rd Saturday of each month, 9-11 a.m.
at the Legends on Parris Island. Free and open to civilians, veterans and
active military. To register or for more information, contact Andy at (843)
228-2240 or email hinsonca@usmc-mccs.org, or contact Steve at (843) 522-5850 or
email sgiammona@bmhsc.org.
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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.
