VVA/FORT STEWART POW/MIA CEREMONY, Today:
Community Members are invited to the 2014 POW/MIA
Observance ceremony, 6 p.m. today at Marne Garden, hosted by the Vietnam
Veterans of America, Chapter 789 and supported by the 3rd Infantry Division,
and Fort Stewart. The 3rd ID band’s jazz
combo will be on hand at 5:30 p.m. and refreshments will follow the event. Guest Speaker is 3rd Infantry Division Commander
Maj. Gen. Mike Murray.
Uniform for E5 and above is ASU and Service cap. E4 and below will wear beret with ASUs. The ceremony honors those held as prisoners of war and missing in action during the Vietnam war and upholds the Army's ethos that we will never leave a comrade behind.
Uniform for E5 and above is ASU and Service cap. E4 and below will wear beret with ASUs. The ceremony honors those held as prisoners of war and missing in action during the Vietnam war and upholds the Army's ethos that we will never leave a comrade behind.
LAST DAY FOR GoArmyEd FY14 TUITION, Today:
This announcement is to provide guidance to Soldiers
regarding end-of-year requests for Tuition assistance (TA) through
GoArmyEd. Today is the last day for
Soldiers to request TA for classes that begin on/before Sep. 13 due to the
Army’s fiscal year close out. There will
be no exceptions. This does not impact
requests for courses starting Oct. 1 or later (FY 15 enrollments).
CFC CAMPAIGN, Ongoing:
The CFC was established in 1961 by an Executive Order to
provide a single unified annual charitable campaign that was effective and
could be accomplished through payroll deductions. Except for service relief drives (AER) and
emergency disaster appeals, the CFC is the only authorized on-the-job
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SEPTEMBER/OTHER HEADLINES
CONSTRUCTION NOTICE, Monday-Oct. 3:
Fort Stewart's Forestry Branch will be conducting a
timber harvest on the site of a New Diamond Elementary School. To prepare for the harvest a temporary access
trail will be constructed beginning Monday at approximately 9 a.m., in the
vicinity of the wooded area north of Hero Road and west of the Isenhower
Village housing area. Construction is scheduled for completion Oct. 3. Motorists and pedestrians are advised to use
extra caution when traveling on Hero Road where the speed limit will be reduced
from 40 mph to 30 mph. The sidewalk and
walking trails near this area will also be affected. Caution signs will be posted. For more
information call the project POC, Sam Safweh (912) 320-5993.
JEWISH HIGH HOLY DAYS OBSERVED, Sept-Oct:
Regarding Army
Regulations, Commanders and supervisors should be aware, during the Jewish High
Holy Day Observances, members of the Jewish faith may be required to abstain
from work, travel and other activities related to routine duty. Each of the
following observances begin prior to nightfall on the first day and end before
sunset on the final day. Rosh Hashanah is Sept. 25-26; Yom Kippur is
Oct. 3-4; Succot is Oct. 8-9; and Sh’mini Atzert-Yizkor is Oct. 15-17. For more information, refer to Army
Regulation 600-20.
PRESCRIPTION DRUG TAKE BACK DAY, Sep. 26:
GARRISON COMMANDER SUPERVISOR TRAINING-FS, Thursday:
A make-up session will be held Thursday from 9-10 am in
the Garrison Conference Room, Bldg 624. Sign-in begins 30 minutes prior to
start time. All supervisors are required to attend. Do not bring food or beverages, except water.
POC is Ms. Fisher, 912-767-5047 or Carol.a.fisher1.civ@mail.mil.
The FS and HAAF Army Substance Abuse Program in
coordination with the Chatham County Office of the Drug Enforcement Agency will
host a “National Prescription Drug Take Back Day” Sep. 26 between the hours of
1-5 p.m. at the FS and HAAF Commissaries. All Soldiers, Family Members,
Retirees, Civilian Employees and community members are encouraged to turn in
all unused, expired or unwanted prescribed and over the counter medication for
proper disposal. For more information, call Tia Garrett- FS Prevention
Coordinator 912-767-5944 or David Bennett-HAAF Prevention Coordinator
912-315-5592.
MILITARY WORKPLACE STUDY, Sept. 30:
The DoD is conducting a study to assess workplace
relations and recent experiences of service members. This web-based survey
assesses your recent experiences with military workplace relations,
professionalism, and personal safety. This voluntary survey is short, and it is
important, so we urge you to make time to complete it. Everyone's responses are
needed so that we can better understand the presence or absence of problems in
the military workplace. Select active duty service members have been invited to
participate in the study via email and regular mail. The survey can be
completed on or off duty, at home or at work, using a government computer,
smart phone, or home computer. It’s OK to forward the survey to a personal
email address. Participation is voluntary and confidential. The deadline for
the survey is Sept. 30.
GARRISON COMMANDER SUPERVISORY TRAINING-HAAF, Oct. 2:
The Garrison Commander will conduct mandatory training
for all Garrison Civilian Supervisors and those in uniform that supervise
Garrison Civilians, AF and NAF Oct. 2 from 1-2 p.m. at the HAAF ACS Bldg
1286. A make-up session will be held on
Oct. 8 from 9-10 a.m. at the HAAF ACS Bldg 1286. Sign-in begins 30 minutes
prior to start time. All supervisors are required to attend. Do not bring food or beverages, except water.
POC is Ms. Fisher, 912-767-5047 or Carol.a.fisher1.civ@mail.mil.
FLU VACCINATIONS, Oct. 15 & 16
It's Flu season again! The Public Health Community
continues its commitment to protect our Nation against flu by offering flu
vaccinations at the Winn Army Community Hospital Overflow Parking Lot - next to
the Bennett Sports Complex. The 2014-2015 Annual PODEX/Drive-Thru Flu Clinic
will be held Wednesday 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Oct 15 and 16. Vaccinations are
available to DoD employees, Military beneficiaries, including children age
2-years and up. For more information, call 912-435-5242.
1/30TH BCT REUNION, June 11-14, 2015
Make plans now for the 2nd biennial reunion plans for the
1-30th BCT, June 11-14, 2015 at the Westin Tampa Bay. There will be a block of
rooms at a discounted price available There is also a site where registration
forms are located and all information will be posted leading up to the reunion
at https://www.facebook.com/BattleBoarInvasionReunion.
LEAVING ACTIVE DUTY?:
Transitioning from active duty status may leave some
beneficiaries with questions about their health care. Military families are
offered several options to transition from active duty as smoothly as possible.
Once you leave active duty status, you will need to be proactive to ensure that
you and your family have health care that meets your minimum essential coverage
(MEC) as required by the Affordable Care Act. Visit:
http://www.tricare.mil/CoveredServices/BenefitUpdates/Archives/09_17_14_ActiveDutyMEC.aspx.
For more information, call 912-435-6605.
FMWR NEWS
NFL PUNT, PASS & KICK COMPETITION, Sep. 27:
Boys and girls ages 6-15 will participate in all three
events (punt, pass, kick) for a total score and a chance to advance to the
sectional competition. Competition will be 9 a.m. Saturday (Sept.
27) at Youth Sports Football Complex on Green Street, Fort Stewart. Boys and
girls compete separately. Participants must have a proof of age and register at
Youth Sports and Fitness Center, building 7338. Only gym shoes can be worn for
competition. No cleats or turf shoes will be allowed (will result in disqualification).
For more information about the national competition, go to www.nflppk.com <http://www.nflppk.com>. For more Stewart
information, call 912-767-1428.
11TH ANNUAL BLUES & BBQ FESTIVAL DOWNTOWN HINESVILLE,
Saturday:
Live music, barbecue competition and Family fun behind
the Justice Center on Main Street in Hinesville from 4-11 p.m. Saturday. Kids
activities, vendors, food and fun for the entire family. "People's Choice"
barbecue-tasting contest from 4-5 p.m. (buy tickets to eat and vote). Sweet tea
tasting contest 4 p.m. or until tea runs out. Entertainment features
"Jimmy Wayne Renfro & the HouseShakers," "3rd Class Citizens" and the main
headliner, "Bobby G." For more information, call 912-767-4316 or
912-877-4332.
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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.)
SHIPS OF THE SEA MUSEUM HOST COMMUNITY EVENTS, Today
& Oct 7:
Join these happy Savannah-based theremin players at our
Savannah Theremin Summit today, 7 p.m. in our North Garden Assembly Room in
Savannah, Ga. In addition, In his
lecture “Live Oak and Fighting Sail,” Dr. Bill Dudley, former Director of Naval
History for the U.S. Navy, will discuss the construction of Constitution, her
subsequent restoration, and the celebrated battle with the Guerrière 6 p.m.
Oct. 7 at the same location.
HEALTHY HINESVILLE 5K RUN/WALK, Oct. 11:
Join in the fun Oct. 11, beginning at 8 a.m. in Bradwell
Park, downtown Hinesville. Fee through Oct. 3 is $20; $25 race day; $15 per
student or person in groups of 5 or more. Make checks payable to City of
Hinesville. For more information, call 912-435-9874.
BEACH MUSIC AT ASU, Oct. 11:
Beach Music Blowout at Armstrong State University!
Everyone is invited to a free concert by 'The Band of Qz', along with fireworks
and a military salute on Oct. 11, 6-9:30 p.m. on campus at Burnett Boulevard
Lawn. Bring a picnic or buy a
lowcountry boil dinner for $15. Cost is
$10 for students, military, and children under age 10. Reserve your lowcountry boil online at
Armstrong.edu/celebrate.
COMPS OFFERED TO MCGLADREY CLASSIC, Oct. 20-26:
The McGladrey Classic is coming to Sea Island Golf Club.
As part of Birdies for the Brave, the McGladrey Classic, Oct. 20-26, offers
active, reserve, and retired military up to two complimentary tickets to each
round of the tournament and access to the Military Outpost with complimentary
food and non-alcoholic beverages near the 9th Green. Military vets can get up to two discounted
tickets for $25 each. To reserve tickets
and to get information, go to www.mcgladreyclassic.com/tournament-information/military.
VOLUNTEER AT MCGLADREY CLASSIC, Oct. 23-26:
Volunteers are also needed inside the ropes for the
McGladrey Classic from Oct. 23-Oct. 26.
Volunteers will receive a free Ralph Lauren Polo Golf Shirt with
McGladrey Classic logo; choice of free cap or visor; and access to tournament
all days so that you can attend as a spectator when not volunteering. Training
will be conducted on ShotLink equipment and Greenside and Fairway Laser
Operations. For additional information,
go to www.mcgladreyclassic.com/tournament-information/military.
FLORIDA GOLF CLASSIC, Oct. 29-31:
Come out to the 35th Annual Georgia Florida Golf Classic.
Active duty military personnel is invited to play in the tournament Oct. 29-31
at a discounted rate of $185, which covers: Wed. practice round and tailgate
party; Thurs. and Fri. tournament rounds; Thurs. night Rockin' Seafood Feast
with live entertainment, silent auction, oyster roast and more; eight flights
with top three teams receiving prizes; breakfast, lunch and beverages during tournament
rounds; demo Thurs. putting contest with prizes; and goodie bags including golf
balls from Bridgestone Golf. To register, go to jekyllisland.com/events or call
912-635-2368.
LECTURE SERIES, Oct. 29:
Join the Armstrong Leadership Lecture Series! Join
bestselling author and leadership expert, Ken Blanchard, Wednesday, Oct. 29,
6-7 p.m. at the Armstrong Fine Arts Auditorium on 11935 Abercorn St., in
Savannah. Learn how effective leadership is more about the power of love than
the love of power. Advance tickets available beginning Oct. 6 at the Alumni
Office M-Th, Noon - 6:30 p.m. in Burnett Hall (limit two per person). Call
912-344-2541 for additional information.
VENDORS NEEDED FOR ARTS & CRAFT FAIR, Nov. 15:
Do you have a passion or talent in jewelry, crafting,
sewing, crocheting, painting, welding, pottery, photography, cooking? Do you
want to sell something new/used to the public? Then you are invited to
participate in the Art & Craft Fair at Connection Church located across
from Century Link phone company, 8 a.m.-2 p.m., Nov. 15. With your $25 entry
fee, you will be provided one table to display your merchandise. All other display items must be provided by
the vendors. Vendors keep all profits made! All entry fees will be donated to
the 2K15 DRMT. For more information, call Erica (PLEASE NOTE AREA CODE) at
915-491-3731.
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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. Marne Messages are posted daily at www.stewart.army.mil, and www.facebook.com/3rd.Infantry.Division>.
MESSAGES HAVE A 3-DAY RUN LIMIT; you may, however, re-submit after 3rd day for
continuations. Please submit your messages by 9:45 a.m. daily for inclusion in
the same-day message.
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.
