TODAY/THIS WEEK
(Today-Wednesday) SMOKE TESTS:
Smoke tests are being performed in various locations on
the Installation today through Wednesday. These tests are conducted as part of
permit requirement and are used to determine whether drainage pipes have areas
that need repair/improvement. Smoke may be seen inside or outside the buildings
listed below. However, the smoke is
harmless and will disappear within a few minutes. The schedule for these tests
is as follows: Today - building 1160, 1838, 1839, 2155, 230, 1860; Tuesday -
building 9399, 9596, 9595, 10506, 10501, 10531, 10530; and Wednesday - building
8005, 8076, 8088, 7651, 7724, 7704, and 7799. If you have any questions
regarding these tests please contact the Environmental Division at
912-767-2010.
(Today-Friday): ACS MILITARY SAVES WEEK:
Military Saves Week has begun! The ACS Financial
Readiness Program will offer classes each day at 1 p.m. that week on savings,
investing and eliminating debt. Today -
"Automatic Wealth Building", Tuesday - "Raise the Number"
(How to Increase your Credit Score), Wednesday - Mr. Earl's Secrets on Growing
Big Money on a Small Salary (Building wealth on a small salary), Thursday -
Growing and Moving in TSP, Friday - Saving and Investing For Life’s
Journey. All Trainings will be in ACS
building #86. For questions, please call
(912) 767-5058.
(Tuesday) STEWART ROAD CLOSURE-TEMPORARY:
The right turn lane onto 15th street from Gulick Avenue
will be closed for 45 days starting Tuesday for a construction project to widen
the turn lane. Traffic barricades will be in place so please be cautious and
try to avoid this area to avoid any traffic congestion. POC for this project is
Gary McIntyre at 912-767-3305.
(Tuesday): MONTHLY TRAINING RESOURCE CONFERENCE:
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 August 2016. The next conference
will not be until March 29. For more information, call 912-435-8142.
Armed Services Blood Program would like to invite the
Fort Stewart community to the ASBP Blood Drive taking place Tuesday Feb. 23 and
24, from 9-3 p.m. at Newman Fitness Center. All blood donations are used
exclusively for the military community. For more information, call
912-435-5650.
(Tuesday & Wednesday) SPOUSE PREFERENCE BRIEFING:
The Fort Stewart CPAC will be offering a briefing on
Military Spouse Preference, Priority Placement Program, and Executive Order
13473 regarding registration, referral and placement procedures. The briefing
will be held at Ft. Stewart Education Center, Room 234, Tuesday, 9-11:30 a.m.
and 1-3:30 p.m. Also, at Hunter Army Airfield, Wednesday, 9-11:30 a.m. at the
Solider and Family Center, Bldg 1286 Room 163. If you have any additional
questions, please contact Tamika Brown at (912) 767-1287.
Plan to attend the tobacco cessation class Wednesday if
you are thinking of quitting cigarettes, chew tobacco or have recently quit and
want to maintain. Classes will be 8:30-10 a.m. at the Army Wellness Clinic,
building 442 on Fort Stewart and 1-2 p.m. in the computer room at Tuttle Clinic
on Hunter Army Airfield. Call 912-435-5071/6517 for more information and to
register.
(Thursday): WINN ACH CLINICS RELOCATION:
Respiratory Therapy and EKG will be relocated within the
Outpatient Clinic Thursday. These moves are happening to optimize the
healthcare services Winn provides to our patients with a better locations and
new equipment. The new locations are across the main hall from their current
location in the Outpatient Clinic at Winn ACH. We recommend patients and staff
use the Liberty Wing entrance for business and appointments at these clinics.
Questions about your care in these clinics should be directed to your providers.
Questions about these moves should be directed to Shanna Dowling at
912-435-7063 or CPT Sheung Li at 912-435-2487/6.
(Thursday-Sunday) DESERT STORM REUNION PLANNED:
General (Retired) Barry R. McCaffrey is the scheduled
keynote speaker for the 24th Infantry Division's Desert Storm Silver
Anniversary Reunion and Memorial Ceremony, Thursday-Sunday 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 and special Desert Storm Reunion room rates at the IHG Army Hotel
on Fort Stewart. Call 912-368-4184 at
IHG and ask for the reunion rate. IHG Army Hotel on Fort Stewart is open to all
guests, military and civilian, no ID required. For more information, contact
www.reunion2desertstorm24id.com <http://www.reunion2desertstorm24id.com>.
(FRIDAY) MEMORIAL CEREMONY FOR DESERT STORM ANNIVERSARY:
Fort Stewart hosts a memorial ceremony for the 24th
Infantry Division and Desert Storm in recognition of the 25th anniversary of
the war. Former 24th ID commander Gen. (R) Barry McCaffrey is the keynote
speaker. The ceremony is 10 a.m., Friday at the Desert Storm Memorial.
(Friday): WINN ACH PATIENT ADVOCATE OFFICE/ALLERGY &
IMMUNIZATIONS MOVE:
The Patient Advocate Office will relocate to the
Surgery/Urology waiting area Friday. This temporary relocation is occurring due
to remodeling and construction in the main hospital. We estimate Patient
Advocate will be located in this area for approximately 12 months. We recommend
patients and staff use the Liberty Wing entrance for business with Patient
Advocate. Questions about your care should be directed to the Patient advocate
at 912-435-6143. Also, the Allergy and Immunizations clinic will be relocated within
the Outpatient Clinic. Questions about these moves should be directed to Shanna
Dowling at 912-435-7063 or CPT Sheung Li at 912-435-2487/6.
SAFETY GRAM 16-08:
Safety When Passing Troop's. Drivers use extreme caution.
With Physical Fitness (PT) hours being extended to 8 a.m. and most of our
Civilian workforce reporting by 7:30 a.m., we need to be extremely cautious
when approaching or passing Soldiers during PT hours. This Safety Flyer can be found at http://www.stewart.army.mil/info/?id=409&p=0.
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FEBRUARY/OTHER BRIEFS
(Feb. 29-March 6) LRC OFFICE CLOSURE-TEMPORARY:
The Fort Stewart Logistics Readiness Center, Supply and
Services Division, Supply Support Activity warehouse will be closed Feb.
29-March 6 for inventory. Emergency
requirements during this period will be supported by the LRC HAAF Supply
Support Activity. For additional
information individuals may call 912-435-0321.
(Feb. 29) FOOD HANDLER'S CLASS:
This free class will be held at Winn ACH in the Patriot
Auditorium from 9-10 a.m. 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
Feb. 25. 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) POC: 912-532-3618.
(March 1) PHYSICAL TRAINING ROUTES UPDATES:
Beginning March 1 motorists traveling on Fort Stewart and
Soldiers conducting physical training will share some early morning routes,
6:30 to 8 a.m. daily. The PT area map illustrates how motorists and Soldiers
will share the roadways. Soldiers conducting PT will use the inner Red Routes
and motorist will use the outer one-way Yellow Routes along West 15th and W 6th
Streets. Red routes will be off limits to travelers until 8 a.m. In some cases
"parking/access" passes will be issued to Civilian personnel needing
access to their work sites. Additionally, there is no PT on tank trails and
traffic will be allowed on some trails to accommodate access to some work
sites. Please refer to the Frontline, Facebook, Marne Messages and your
unit/agency leadership for updates.
The next HAAF fire warden’s class will be held March 3 at
9 a.m. in Building 1128. All attendees are asked to bring a unit appointment
letter stating they are the assigned fire warden for their unit/location with
building number identified. For more information please call 912-315-6494.
(through March 3) $20,000 IN SCHOLARSHIP VIA EXCHANGE
ESSAY:
Military students who excel at serving their communities
can earn cash for college by telling
their stories in an essay contest sponsored by the
Army & Air Force Exchange Service and Unilever. Through the worldwide
rewards of Caring scholarship contest, four winners will each be awarded a
$5,000 scholarship. To enter, authorized students in grades six through 12 with
a 2.5 or higher grade-point average can submit an essay in English of 500 words
or less explaining their involvement in community service projects and why
their community is important to them. Students should submit essays to: AAFES
Rewards of Caring Scholarship Contest, P.O. Box 7837, Melville, NY 11775-7837.
No purchase is necessary. Rewards of Caring scholarship contest winners will be
notified on or about May 1.
The MP Regimental Association March Madness Softball
Tournaments is March 11-12 at the Fort Stewart Bennett Sports Complex. First
game is March 11 at 6 p.m. Open to all brigade, battalion, company
level/directorate teams, to include retirees and family members. Cash prize
payouts. For more information, call 912-977-1202 or 804-721-3927.
(March 21 & 22) PHYSCIAN ASSISTANT RECRUITING BREIF:
Do YOU want to become a Medical Officer? The 65D
Physician Assistant Program Manager for the Regular Army, Major Scott Bradshaw,
visits Fort Stewart to conduct an AMEDD commissioning programs brief for
Military Service Members, at 9 a.m., 11 a.m. and 1 p.m., March 21 and 22 at the
SFC Paul R. Smith Education Center, 100 Knowledge Drive, Room 247. The educational opportunities discussed will
include: Inter-service Physician
Assistant Program, AMEDD Enlisted Commissioning Program, Health Professional
Scholarship Program, Physical Therapy Baylor Program, Masters of Social Work,
and the Medical Service Corps. Each programs qualifications, requirements and
board dates vary, so please attend the briefings to receive the most updated
information. For more information, call 912-435-6662.
(April 18) TAX DAY:
Tax Day is April 18th, so come and get your taxes
(Federal and State) prepared and e-filed for FREE at the Marne Tax Center.
Services available for Active Duty Soldiers, Active Duty Retirees, and their
Family Members. Hours of operations are Monday/Tuesday, 8:45 a.m.-4:15 p.m.;
Wednesdays, 8:45 a.m.-7:15 p.m.; Thursdays, Noon-4:15 p.m.; and Fridays, 8:45
a.m.-2:15 p.m. Walk-ins and Appointments welcomed. For more information, call
Fort Stewart - (912)767-1040 - 2233 Gulick Avenue Bldg 816 (near Gate 5) HAAF -
(912) 315-3675 - 638 Horace Emmet Wilson Blvd., building 1211, (Legal
Assistance Building).
(Wednesdays) BIBLE STUDY AT MARNE CHAPEL:
Bible Study/discussion will be offered Noon every
Wednesday at Marne Chapel. 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.
(Ongoing) WINN ACH ONLINE REFILLS NO LONGER AVAILABLE:
Winn ACH beneficiaries can no longer refill prescriptions
via the internet from the WINN Home Page. Patients wishing to refill
prescriptions online can use ww.tricareonline.com. Patients may also use the
Refill pharmacy in the Commissary Complex or the automated phone refill option
at 912-435-6576. For more information, call 912-435-6662.
(Ongoing) FILING INSURANCE CLAIMS FROM TORNADO:
If you're filing insurance claims from the Feb. 3
tornado, please print flyer from the Fort Stewart-Hunter Army Airfield Facebook
page at https://www.facebook.com/FortStewartHunterArmyAirfield, include
pictures of your damage, and send it in with your claim. Police reports will
not be generated for the storm. For more information, call 912-767-8185.
(Ongoing) GARRISON SUPER SAVER PROGRAM:
Civilian Employees of the Garrison - Are you interested
in winning $500? If so this program is
for you! Take a look around. Is there
something you see that is wasting money? Is it a problem we can solve locally?
If you are a Garrison employee and submit the best idea for saving the local
Garrison money, you will win $500.
Submit your ideas on the Super Saver Nomination Form available on the
Team Stewart webpage under Garrison, Garrison Management Offices, Resource
Management Office. Nominations are boarded with the Garrison of the Quarter
Award submissions. POC for submission is
Ms. Barbara Cardinal, barbara.j.cardinal.civ@mail.mil <mailto:barbara.j.cardinal.civ@mail.mil>.
(Ongoing) 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.
(Ongoing) 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.
(Ongoing) ENTERPRISE EMAIL SIZE LIMITATIONS:
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.
(Ongoing) HASE ROAD CLOSURE-TEMPORARY:
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.
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FMWR BRIEFS
(Friday) COMMANDER'S GOLF SCRAMBLE AT STEWART:
Tee up an exceptional weekend with 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.
Registration begins at 10:30 a.m. Lunch is at 11 a.m., with a shotgun start at
noon. For more information, call 912-767-2370.
Be a part of the Cardboard Boat Regatta fun competition
at 1 p.m. Saturday 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.
(March 1, Ongoing) BUDDY MEMBERSHIP SAVES SOME GREEN ON
THE GREENS:
Taylors Creek and Hunter golf courses will launch a Buddy
Membership drive March 1 that will save annual members and their golfing buddies
some green on the greens. For details, call Taylors Creek Golf Course at
912-767-2370 or Hunter Golf Course at 912-315-9115.
(March 2) DR. SEUSS’ BIRTHDAY CELEBRATION AT HAYS
LIBRARY:
Children are invited to the George P. Hays Library,
building 411, to celebrate the birthday of beloved children’s author Dr. Seuss
with fun, games, prizes and refreshments from 3-5 p.m. March 2. There’s no
charge. For more information, call 912-767-2828.
Register now through 9:30 a.m. on March 5, the day of the
Shamrock Family Fun Run, a free, non-competitive 5K/1.5-mile walk beginning at
Tominac Fitness Center on Hunter. Starting time is 10 a.m. Be one of the first
100 to register and complete the race to receive a T-shirt. Kids under the age of 13 will receive medals.
To sign up, call Tominac at 912-315-5078.
(March 7) SPRING AND SUMMER MONDAY BLITZ BEGINS AT
TAYLORS CREEK:
Play more golf for less money. The Monday Blitz returns
to Taylors Creek Golf Course at 4 p.m. March 7 and will continue each Monday
through May. The $23 per person cost includes cart fee, greens fee, a range
token, course contest and a championship. Golfers must play nine of the 12
weeks the Blitz is offered to qualify for the series championship. For more
information, call 912-767-2370.
(March 9) 2016 TRAVEL SHOW AT STEWART:
Explore day trip, vacation and other leisure time
opportunities the Hunter/Stewart communities and surrounding area have to
offer. The 2016 Travel Show will be Club Stewart from 10 a.m. until 2 p.m.
March 9. No admission charge. Get
information about hotels, resorts, amusement parks, festivals and more from
representatives on hand. Door prizes. The Grand Prize this year, from Armed
Forces Vacation Club and Leisure Travel Services, is a 7 Night Resort Vacation
Certificate worth $399. For more information, call 912-315-3674 (Hunter) or
912-767-2841 (Stewart).
(March 12) THE ROCK BENCH PRESS AND POWERLIFTING
COMPETITION AT STEWART:
T-shirts will be issued to each paying contestant in The
Rock Bench Press and Powerlifting Competition at Newman Fitness Center on March
12. Open competition has male and female weight classes, with awards presented
to top three bench press and power lifters. Lifters must be at least 16 years
old to participate. Cost is $30 per contestant. Register by day of event.
Weigh-in is at 8:30 a.m. and the competition begins at 10 a.m. For more
information, call 912-767-3031.
(March 19) MANAGED HOG HUNT AT STEWART:
Gold Star Family members are invited to participate in a
managed hog hunt March 19 at the Red Cloud Range Complex. There are 50 slots
for the hunt, and Active Duty Soldiers and Retirees chosen by lottery drawing
March 7 will fill those not awarded to Gold Star participants. Applications
accepted at Stewart/Hunter Pass and Permit offices until date of drawing. Cost
is $25 per person for those selected. Selected participants will be transported
to and from their assigned stands for a morning and late afternoon/evening
hunt. Lunch provided. DPW, Fish and Wildlife Branch will provide a game
cleaning station. For more information, call 912-435-8061.
(March 27) EASTER BRUNCH AT CLUB STEWART:
Make brunch at Club Stewart with your friends and Family
a special part of your Easter celebration. The menu features a carving station,
delicious side dishes and delightful desserts. Serving hours are 10:30 a.m.
until 2 p.m. March 27. Save by purchasing tickets in advance, beginning Feb.
24. The price is $14.95 for adults and $6.45 for children (ages 3-10) until the
close of business March 24. Beginning March 25, the price is $17.95 for adults
and $7.45 for children. There is no
charge for children 0-2. The public is
welcome. For more information, visit www.stewartmwr.com
<http://www.stewartmwr.com> or call 912-767-4717.
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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.)
(Saturday) CELEBRATE VALENTINE'S DAY:
For the First time in Savannah Georgia and nearby cities
of South Carolina and Florida, coming directly from Humacao, Puerto Rico LIVE
"El Gallo Salsero" TITO ROJAS, Saturday at the Music Vault on 8082
Speedway Blvd Hardeeville, SC. Approximately 12 mins from downtown Savannah,
exit 5 on I95, towards South Carolina. Must be 16 years of age or older to
enter with adult supervision; 21 to drink. Limited pre-sale Tickets $30 (for
group rates at the VIP area and tables. Make reservations by phone at
912-308-5097 or 912-414-1106 or email info@eventoslonuestro.com
<mailto:info@eventoslonuestro.com>).
(March 4) WEST POINT FOUNDERS DAY
The West Point Society of Savannah invites everyone to
join in the observance of Founders Day 2016, March 4, at the Museum of the
Mighty Eighth Air Force. Benny Havens Hour at 6 p.m., dinner begins at 7:15
p.m. Located at 175 Bourne Avenue in Pooler. Speaker will be Superintendent of
the US Military Academy – LTG Caslen, Jr. Cost is $55 per person; cash bar,
wine provided for toasting; dress is business casual {Slacks, Shirt, Sport Coat
/Dress & Blouse}. RSVP by calling (912) 352-9574.
(March 12) ANNUAL BRAIN INJURY AWARENESS WALK:
Benefits the Brain Injury Association of Georgia and Grey
Matters Support Group of Savannah, March 12, 10 a.m.-Noon at the Lake Mayer
Pavilion. Registration is $15, free for Brain Injury Survivors. For more
information, contact Le'Gregory Dykes, Sr, at 912-435-5231.
(April 8) LOCAL JAZZ EVENT:
A Premiere Southeast Georgia Monthly Jazz Event is
scheduled for April. 8. Presented by Satin Sax & Bernard Rose Music, at The
Liberty County Performing Arts Center, 7-10 p.m. Performing Artists: In Deep
Band & saxophonist Bernard Rose. Advance tickets $25 and $28 at the
door. For more information, call
912-484-6320 or 912-572-9575.
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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 MESSAGE WEEKEND EDITION:
This message is a weekly publication posted to email each
Thursday and highlights 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.
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
<mailto: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.