Thursday, September 18, 2014

Marne Message, Sept. 18, 2014

TODAY/THIS WEEK

SUPERVISOR TRAINING CANCELLED, Today:
GC Supervisor Training Session for Thursday has been cancelled due to the ACOE Site Visit.  There will be a makeup session Sep. 25 at 9 a.m. in the GCR, Bldg 624. For more information, call 912-767-5047.

DENTAL CLINIC REOPENS, Now:
Dental Clinic #1, near Cottrell Field, is now open.  Appointments may be scheduled through the DENTAC Single Access Line at (912) 435-6777.

TARP TRAINING, Today:
Semi-Annual TARP training will be held today in the Hunter AAF Post Theater, 10 a.m. and 1 p.m. Garrison Personnel only and supported units. For more information, call 912-767-2994.

WARRIOR LEADER COURSE GRADUATION, Friday: 
The Fort Stewart NCO Academy Warrior Leader course, Class 09-14, will graduate Friday at Newman Fitness Center, 11 a.m.  Doors open at 10:45 a.m. The uniform for military attendees is ACU's and for the civilians proper attire. Please call SSG Jones, 912-435-2506 for more information.

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 solicitation of federal civilian and military employees at their workplace.  Please see your unit or agency representative for assistance.  For further information, visit www.cfccoastalga.org.

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SEPTEMBER/OTHER HEADLINES

GUYS MARATHON DAY, Saturday:
Hunter Club Beyond Youth Ministry "Guys Marathon Day" - all 6th to 12th grade guys are invited out to join the group at the Hunter Religious Education Center Saturday from 9 a.m.-9 p.m. for a day filled with awesome competition. RSVP to Phil Parsons, Community Director at pparsons@clubbeyond.org or 913-683-1793.

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:

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.

DIRECTORATE OF HUMAN RESOURCES ANNOUNCES FORT STEWART & HUNTER AAF CLOSURE, Oct. 2:
On Oct. 2, the DHR will close for Resiliency/Organization Day. Buildings affected on Fort Stewart include all offices belonging to the DHR in building 100-ACES; building 253-Soldier Service Center; building 161 - FOIA/RHA/Pubs; building 201, 201A & 201C - ASAP; building 208- Mower Processing Center; building 418 - OMDC. Buildings affected on Hunter AAF include all offices belonging to the DHR in building 212-ASAP; building 1283-ASAP; building 1286-MPD; building 1290- ACES; building 1212 - OMDC.  We will reopen for normal operations Oct. 3.

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:


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FMWR NEWS

NFL PUNT, PASS & KICK COMPETITION, Saturday:
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.


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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, Friday & Oct 7:
Join these happy Savannah-based theremin players at our Savannah Theremin Summit Friday, 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.

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 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.

VENDORS NEEDED FOR ART & 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, 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 2015K 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.