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.
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The Marne Message is a weekly publication posted to email
each Monday and to the Marne Message Blogger at
http://marnemessage.blogspot.com. The
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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.
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TODAY/THIS WEEK
WINN ARMY COMMUNITY HOSPITAL PHARMACY RENOVATION,
RELOCATION, begins Today:
The Winn Army Community Hospital (ACH) Outpatient
Pharmacy is closing for renovations and upgrades to better serve our
beneficiaries. Beginning today, Outpatient beneficiaries will not be able to
fill prescriptions in the hospital. Active Duty beneficiaries will receive new
prescriptions at the Hawks Troop Medical Clinic, Building 412. Refills must be
called in using the automated call-in refill system (912-435-6576) and will
continue to be picked up at the Refill Pharmacy, Building 419, next to the
Commissary. All non-Active Duty beneficiaries will receive new and refill
prescriptions at the Refill Pharmacy, Building 419, next to the Commissary. All
refills must be called in using the automated call-in refill system
(912-435-6576). Pediatric patients seen at the Winn ACH Pediatric Clinic will
continue to receive prescriptions at the Winn Pediatric Pharmacy, co-located
with the clinic. This will remain in effect until further notice. For more
information, call 912-435-6662.
FIELD SANITATION TEAM TRAINING, Today-Friday:
Field Sanitation Team training takes place today-Friday.
This 40 hour course is 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.
TRC, 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 Tuesday, 9:30 a.m., at MOON THEATER. We will schedule training
devices, ranges and training areas up through June & July 2016. The next
conference will be Feb. 23. For more information, call 912-435-8142.
STEWART TRANSITION SUMMIT, Tuesday & Wednesday:
The Fort Stewart Transition Summit Empowering the
Military Community-Enhancing Veterans Competitiveness will be held Tuesday and
Wednesday at Club Stewart, 1020 Hero Road, on Fort Stewart. This event features
key federal and state agencies, influential military leaders, innovators in the
business and employer communities, and local community leaders. The two-day
transition summit will feature informative and interactive panel events,
recruiter training, and facilitated discussions focused on improving competitive
employment for service members, veterans, and military spouses in addition to a
networking reception for employers, senior leaders, and job seekers. The summit
will culminate in a hiring fair and career forum on the second day. For
registration questions, please contact hiringourheroes@uschamber.com or call
202-463-5807.
FACEBOOK TOWNHALL, Friday:
Save the date! The next Fort Stewart-Hunter Army Airfield
Facebook Townhall is scheduled for Friday. 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.
NEW AUTOMATED ENTRY PROCEDURES:
The new Automated Installation Entry (AIE 2+) process
testing has begun. 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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JANUARY/OTHER BRIEFS
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.
FIELD SANITATION TEAM TRAINING, Feb. 22-26:
Field Sanitation Team training will be taking place Feb.
This 40 hour course will be held 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.
DESERT STORM REUNION PLANNED, Feb. 25-28:
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. 25-28 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.
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:
Noon Wednesdays at Marne Chapel, a New Bible
Study/Discussion for 2016 will be offered every Wednesday. 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.
SAFETY GRAM 16-07:
Preventing slips, trips and falls in the workplace:
Slips, trips and falls are a leading cause of costly accidents to
employees. Such accidents often result
from minor and major changes in surface elevations, torn carpets and stretch
wrinkled carpets, potholes, and cracks, settling or lifting of sidewalks,
slippery surfaces and other conditions. Periodic self-inspections of the
workplace should look for conditions that can result in slips, trips and falls,
and action should be taken to correct any hazards noted. This Safety Flyer can
be found at http://www.stewart.army.mil/info.asp?e=Safety. For more
information, call 912-767-6541.
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FMWR BRIEFS
DIVE IN MOVIE AT HUNTER, Friday:
See "Inside Out," a Disney PIXAR animated movie
rated PG, while swimming or floating in the Tominac Fitness Center Pool at
Hunter from 6-8 p.m. Friday. There’s no charge. For more information, call
912-315-5078.
COMMANDER'S GOLF SCRAMBLE AT STEWART, Friday:
All are invited to play in the Commander’s 4-person
scramble Friday at Taylors Creek Golf Course. The $45 entry fee includes greens
fee, golf car, driving range balls, lunch and prizes. Lunch is at 11 a.m. and
the shotgun start is at noon. For more information, call 912-767-2370.
ADULT/CHILD "GET GOLF READY" AT HUNTER,
Saturday:
Bring the whole family for “Get Golf Ready,” 10 a.m.,
Saturday at Hunter Golf Course. Adults and children can learn about golf
together. Instruction on basic swing mechanics, rules and etiquette and
interesting facts about the game. The cost is $50 per couple. For more
information, call 912-315-9115.
SUPER BOWL 50 PARTY AT CLUB STEWART, Feb. 7:
Watch every play as the Denver Broncos and Carolina
Panthers clash in Super Bowl 50, televised in high definition with digital
sound, on the 16-foot screen in the Grand Ballroom at Club Stewart on Feb. 7.
The British rock group Coldplay headlines the halftime show, and the
commercials unveiled during the Super Bowl always bring smiles and create a
buzz. There’s no admission charge. Doors open at 5:30 p.m. Enjoy a halftime
raffle for NFL merchandise and free food. Plus, there will be food, beverage
specials, $10 pitchers, and door prizes. For more information, call
912-767-4316, or 912-767-4717.
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 call 912-202-6201.
VALENTINE’S DINNER FOR TWO, Feb. 13, 14:
Enjoy a four-course meal in a romantic, elegant
atmosphere with that special someone at Thunder Run in Club Stewart. First
seating is at 5 p.m. each day. Bar service available. The cost is $60 per
couple. For reservations or more information, call 912-767-4717.
MARNE BOWLING CENTER VALENTINE’S DAY SPECIAL, Feb. 14:
Bring your sweetheart to Marne Bowling Center to
celebrate Valentine’s Day, when you can rent a lane for one hour for $12 from
1-9 p.m. and receive half price combo meals for both of you. For more
information, call 912-767-4866.
"ADULTS ONLY NITE" AT CORKAN, Feb. 17:
Who says Corkan Fun Center’s just for kids? Beginning
Feb. 17, and continuing on the third Wednesday of each month, adults (ages 18
and older) can enjoy unlimited laser tag and roller skating for $20 per person
from 5-9 p.m. Adult beverages available for sale. Adult Nite patrons must show
ID to attend. For more information, call 912-767-4273.
BLACK HISTORY FREEDOM TRAIL TOUR SAVANNAH TRIP, Feb. 20:
Visit Savannah, Ga., with Leisure Travel trip to see
remnants of the Underground Railroad, where "free person of color"
lived during slavery time, port of entry where slaves were bought and sold, and
Savannah's African American Monument. The cost of $25 per adult and $20 per child
(ages 3-17) includes transportation and tour. Register by Feb. 15. For more
information, call 912-767-2841 (Stewart), or 912-315-3674 (Hunter).
CARDBOARD BOAT REGATTA AT HUNTER, Feb. 27:
Get ready now to be a part of the fun competition at 1
p.m. Feb. 27 at Tominac Fitness Center’s indoor pool. There’s no charge.
Participants must build a boat using cardboard and duct tape only. Each boat
will race one length of the pool with a two-person crew. Paddles provided.
Three categories: kid/kid, adult/adult, adult/kid. There will also be a prize
for best looking boat. For more information, call 912-315-5078.
FORT STEWART/HUNTER AAF CRUISE 2, Oct. 30 – Nov. 6, 2016:
Join Leisure Travel on a 7-Day Western Bahamas cruise
Oct. 30-Nov. 6, leaving from Port Canaveral. Cost is $547.74 per person (inside
rooms), $637.74 (ocean view rooms), and $807.74 (balcony). First deposit of $25
per person (non-refundable), is due by March 31. Second deposit of $250 due
June 1 and final payment due Aug. 12, 2016. Price does not include transportation
to port or gratuity. For more information, call 912-767-2841 (Stewart) or
912-315-3674 (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.)
GBS LEADERSHIP, CITIZENSHIP PROGRAM, February:
During February, Sons of the American Legion, Squadron
154, is accepting resumes from two young men of active-duty military parents to
attend Georgia Boys State, GBS, a one-week summer leadership and citizenship
program. All applicants must have just
completed their junior year in high school; be a citizen or legal resident of
the U.S.; be good students, be well adjusted and show qualities of leadership
in school and their community. Candidate should send a short resume, to include
why they wish to attend GBS, to: Hal Stillings, Service Cmdr.; Sons of the
American Legion, Squadron 154; P.O. Box 385; Tybee Island, GA 31328. Candidates
will be selected in March. To learn more
about the chapter, go to: www.sal154tybee.webeasysite.us or on Facebook, Sons
of the American Legion, Squadron 154, Tybee Island.
PIRATE ROAD RACE 5K/10K, Feb. 13:
Armstrong Physical Therapy Club sponsors their fourth
annual Pirate Rd. Race, which begins 8 a.m. in the Student Union Bldg.at
Armstrong State University. Runners are
encouraged to dress in their best Valentine costume or as their best pirate.
Awards will be given for different age groups and best costumes. Cost of 5K is
$25 individual, $20 students/military; $40 couples. For the 10K, cost is $35
individual; $30 students/military; $50 couples. Register at active.com. For
info, go to Facebook.com/pirateroadrace.
EAGLE RUN, April 23:
The Eagle Battalion of Georgia Southern University Army
ROTC presents 5K/10K Free Run, April 23. Proceeds benefit the Eale Battalion
and the Folds of Honor Foundation. To register, visit
http://freedomrun2016.eventbrite.com or call Kellie O'Boyle, 434-549-1237.
