TODAY/THIS WEEK
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 & Thursday:
Semi-Annual TARP training will be held today in Moon
Theater, 10 a.m. and 1 p.m. for Garrison Personnel only and supported units. Semi-Annual TARP training will be held Thursday 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.
SUPERVISOR TRAINING CANCELLED, Thursday:
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.
GARRISON COMMANDER SUPERVISOR TRAINING-FS, Thursday:
The Garrison Commander will conduct mandatory training
for all Garrison Civilian Supervisors and those in uniform that supervise
Garrison Civilians, AF and NAF Thursday from 1-2 p.m. at the SFC Paul R smith
Education Center Auditorium. A make-up session will be held Sep. 25 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,767-5047 or Carol.a.fisher1.civ@mail.mil.
ACS CLOSED, Friday:
ACS at both Stewart and Hunter will be closed to the
public Friday. Essential Services such as Victim Advocate will still be
available. For Emergency AER assistance,
Soldiers can contact the American Red Cross.
For questions, please call FS at (912) 767-5058 or Hunter Army Airfield
at (912) 315-6816. This will be an all
day closure.
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.
ROCKY CUP AT STERLING LINKS GOLF COURSE, RICHMOND HILL,
Saturday:
(Register by Wednesday.) Join fellow Stewart/Hunter golfers vs.
Sterling Links Golf Club (off Hwy 144 East, Richmond Hill) in Quarterly Ryder
Cup format matches between both course players starting at 8 a.m. Saturday.
Two-person teams paired with full field of 20 representing both courses. The
$30 per person cost includes tournament fee, golf cars, driving range and light
lunch. Please contact Hunter Golf Course at 912-315-9115 to register your team.
Return match will be played Dec. 13 at Hunter Golf Course and a follow-on match
March 21 at Taylors Creek. For more information, call 912-315-9115.
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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.
FOOD HANDLER'S CLASS, Sep. 29:
At Winn ACH in the Patriot Auditorium from 9-10 a.m. FREE
class, certification is good for one year. To register for this class, please
submit your first and last name to Mrs. Richele Martinez, Richele.L.Martinez.civ@mail.mil
by COB Thursday, Sept. 25. Registration
is a requirement in order to attend this class by the deadline due to
certification printing, and you must be on time. This class is mandated for all
those dealing with food items on FSGA/HAAF (Unit functions, Organizational
Days, FRG Events) For more information, please call 912-435-5087 or
912-318-3788.
TRIPLE R. RANCH, Sep. 30:
ACS is proud to partner with the Marne Community and
Spouses Club to bring you the TRIPLE R RANCH. 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Sep. 30 at Club
Stewart with the Triple R. Ranch. This
wonderful event will help build resiliency, camaraderie, and the spirit of
Military Spouse. We wish to enable military spouses to positively embrace the
Military lifestyle, promote the prevention of domestic violence and child
abuse, and take time out for self care.
Please register at (912) 767- 1257.
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.
AAFEES SURVEY, through Sep. 26:
Hunter AAFES will conduct its annual customer survey
through Sep. 26 at its Main Store. Everyone is invited to stop by and take the
survey, which takes about 10-20 minutes to complete. They will receive a $5
store coupon for their time and effort. The surveys are located next to the
customer service office and are available Mon.- Fri., 9:30 a.m. - 6 p.m.; Sat.,
10 a.m. - 6 p.m.; and Sun. 11 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. Call 912-352-8380, if you have
questions.
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.
MORE SURVEY PARTICIPATION NEEDED TO HELP SHAPE MWR
SERVICES AT HUNTER, through Oct. 17:
At least 35 more participants are needed to meet the
essential participation number of an exclusively online Army MWR Services
Survey to determine present and future service and recreation needs at Hunter
Army Airfield. The survey continues until Oct. 17. Active Duty, spouses,
retirees and DoD civilians who work, live or play at Hunter are invited to take
the survey at http://bit.ly/1AXiGTE <http://bit.ly/1AXiGTE>. Survey responses
will have a significant impact on MWR services and facilities at Hunter. MWR
sponsors events and activities for children and adults and operates facilities
such as Tominac Fitness Center, the outdoor pool, golf course, outdoor
recreation, Leisure Travel School Age Services and the Auto Skills Center, to
name a few. Child, Youth and School Services operations fall under MWR.
REGISTRATION DEADLINE FOR ACES COLLEGE GRADUATION
CEREMONY, Oct 26:
The 33rd Annual College Graduation is 7 p.m. Nov. 14 at
the Main Post Chapel. The event is open to all Military, Family Members,
Retirees, and employees if you are within nine semester hours of completing
degree requirements or have earned a degree, certificate or diploma since Jan,
2013. Students in off-post schools can register at http://www.stewart.army.mil/info.asp?e=EDU&p=
to Participate in commencement ceremony.
ARMY FAMILY ACTION PLAN:
The Army can’t fix what they don’t know is broken. Submit your AFAP issue today and be a part of
improving your Army’s future! For additional information on AFAP or to be a
part of this important process, contact your local AFAP office at ACS,
912-767-3863. Issue forms can be submitted online at www.stewart.army.mil, Army Community
Service, then click on Army Family Action Plan to submit your issue locally or
for Global Army. Remember to list your
issue, why it is a problem, who is effected and what you would like to see
happen to solve the problem. Issues can
also be emailed directly to Rebecca.e.sellars.civ@mail.mil.
Issues will be reviewed at the Annual AFAP conference on Oct. 8.
FINANCE PROCESSING SECTION WEEKLY CLOSURE:
Effective immediately the Finance In/Out Processing
Section at the Soldier Service Center will be closed Thursday mornings. The new
hours of operation are 9 a.m.-noon, Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday & Friday;
1-4 p.m., Monday – Friday. Closed on Federal Holidays. For more information,
call 912-767-5310.
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FMWR NEWS
NATIONAL CHEESEBURGER DAY AT STEWART BOWLING, Thursday:
Celebrate this day from 11:30 a.m. until 2 p.m. Thursday at Stewart Bowling Center, building 450 and enjoy a special discounted lunch at Stewart Grill. Get a $5 cheeseburger basket with fries or onion rings and a drink. For more information, call 912-767-4273.
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.
LEWIS CLASS SKEET AND TRAP SHOOT, Saturday:
(Register by Thursday) A Lewis Class Skeet and Trap Shoot
will be held at 9 a.m. Saturday at the Fort Stewart Skeet Range, building 8332,
at Holbrook Recreation Area. Prizes and
door prizes will be awarded. Family members welcome. The cost is $25 per person
for each 50-bird event. Fee includes lunch. To register, please visit the
Holbrook Pond Outdoor Recreation Equipment Rental Center in building 8325. For
more information, call 912-767-4316.
CHARACTER MEET & GREET AT HUNTER, Saturday:
Children will have an opportunity to meet and talk to
their favorite characters and have their photographs taken with them at the
Character Meet & Greet from 10 a.m. until 2 p.m. Saturday at Tominac
Fitness Center. The cost is $1 per person. For more information, call
912-315-9554.
“BEND-THE-BAR” POWERLIFTING AND BENCH PRESS CHALLENGE,
Saturday:
(Registration ongoing.) Registration is under way for the
Stewart/Hunter “Bend-the-Bar” Powerlifting and Bench Press Challenge at 10 a.m.
Saturday at Johnson Fitness Center (formerly 4th IBCT Fitness Center). Men and
women will compete in 12 weight classes, following USPF rules. Winners must
have a successful lift in squat, bench and deadlift. T-shirts will be given to
each paying participant and prizes will be awarded in all weight classes. Entry
fee is $15 per person until Sept. 15 and $20 per person after Sept. 15. For
more information, call 912-435-9306.
HUNTER FALL CARNIVAL, Sept. 25-28:
Four-day, pay-as-you-go Carnival, located directly behind
Tominac Fitness Center will feature various adult and children’s rides plus
food concessions and skill games. Open 6-10 p.m. Thursday, Sept. 25; 6-11 p.m.
Friday, Sept. 26; noon-11 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 27 and 1-11 p.m. Sunday, Sept.
28. Food and games are individually priced. No outside coolers or food. Fees
for rides will range from 3-4 tickets per ride. Carnival-goers can save by
purchasing tickets in quantity or by purchasing arm bands for unlimited rides
for that day. For more information, call 912-315-5078.
BASS TOURNAMENT AT FORT STEWART, Sep. 27:
(Registration ongoing.)
Catch & Release Bass Tournament begins at 6:30 a.m. Sep. 27 at Pond
26, Metz Pond at Fort Stewart. First-place prize $250, plus $100 prize for
largest bass. Door prizes and presentation of Angler of the Year Award after
weigh-in. The award will be based on total weight of fish caught in the four
tournaments. Fees vary and are based on registration. Open to Soldiers, Family
Members, Retirees, and civilians. Sign up at Stewart/Hunter Pass & Permit
offices. For additional details, call 912-435-8061 at Stewart or 912-315-5163
at Hunter.
LIBERTY INDIVIDUAL GOLF STROKE PLAY CHAMPIONSHIP AT
HINESVILLE & STEWART, Sep. 27-28:
Register by Sep. 24 at Taylors Creek or Cherokee Rose
golf courses to play both courses in this 36 hole, two-day individual stroke
play event. Tee times start at 8 a.m. on both days. The $75 per person cost
includes 18 holes at Cherokee Rose and Taylors Creek, cart fees, plus prizes.
Beverages and food at final round. For more information, call 912-767-2370.
KIDS FISHING EVENT AT HUNTER, Sep. 27:
(Register at site.) Kids (ages 15 and under) of Military
ID Cardholders are invited to take part in fishing event from 7-10 a.m. Sep. 27
at Halstrom Lake (off S. Perimeter Road). Permit and state fishing license fees
waived and there is no charge to participate. Limit of five catfish per child.
Prizes and refreshments provided at no charge. Limited amount of bait, along
with poles to borrow will be handed out on a first-come, first-served basis.
For more information, call 912-315-9554.
NFL PUNT, PASS & KICK COMPETITION, Saturday (Sept.
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.
POST-WIDE HOUSING GARAGE SALE AT STEWART AND HUNTER, Oct.
4:
Everyone is invited to the neighborhood garage sale
throughout post housing areas on Stewart and Hunter from 8 a.m. until 2 p.m.
Oct. 4. Only residents of post housing are eligible to sell. There is no
charge. Sellers should register by Sept. 29 to have their location on a map of
sale sites, which will be available on http://www.stewartmwr.com
<http://www.stewartmwr.com/> and http://www.huntermwr.com
<http://www.huntermwr.com> at the time of the sale. The public is
welcome. To register, or for more information, visit or call the Stewart Sports
Office (912-767-8238) or Hunter’s Tominac Fitness Center (912-315-5078).
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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.)
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.
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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.
