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(Tuesday) TORNADO TOWN HALL:
The Garrison Commander will conduct a face-to-face town
hall at Main Post Chapel tomorrow, Feb. 9 from Noon-1 p.m. Representatives of
all US Army Garrison, LRC, Red Cross, BBC, IHG, DoDEA, and the School Liaison
Officer are scheduled to be present to field any questions. This town hall is
for anyone who hasn't received word on our support or who has overall questions
as related to the follow-on actions of Feb. 3.
Intent is for questions to be answered on the spot. For more information,
call 912-435-9879.
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TODAY/THIS WEEK
(Today, 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.
(Today) HUNTER GAS KIOSK CHANGES HOURS:
Hours for the Gas Kiosk on S. Perimeter Rd. on Hunter
Army Airfield changes today. The new hours are 6:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. For more
information, call 912-315-5617.
(Friday & Monday) CLIENT SERVICES OFFICE TEMPORARY CLOSURE:
The Legal Assistance Office will be closed on Friday and
Monday. As a reminder Legal Assistance Office hours are Monday, Tuesday,
Wednesday and Friday from 9 a.m.-11:30 a.m., 1-4:30 p.m. and Thursday from
1-4:30 p.m.
(Friday-Feb. 15) HUNTER MAIN EXCHANGE HOLIDAY HOURS:
Hours for the Hunter Main Exchange will vary over the
Presidents' Day weekend/holiday. They are as follows: Friday, 10 a.m. - 5 p.m.;
Saturday, 10:30 a.m. - 5 p.m.; Sunday, 10:30 a.m. - 5 p.m. and Feb. 15, 11 a.m.
- 5 p.m. For more information, call 912-315-5617.
(Through Friday) COMMISSARY ACCEPTING SCHOLARSHIP
APPLICATIONS:
The Scholarships for Military Children Program will be
accepting applications from eligible students through Friday 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.
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FEBRUARY/OTHER BRIEFS
(Feb. 15) POWER OUTAGE:
The Fort Stewart-Hunter Army Airfield Directorate of
Public Works conducts scheduled power outages, 8 a.m. to UTC, Feb 15 on Fort
Stewart. This outage is necessary to
replace the transformer. For more information, contact Jim Maddox at 315-5678
or William Ingram at 912-767-5499. 
(Feb. 23 & 24) BLOOD DRIVE:
Armed Services Blood Program would like to invite the
Fort Stewart community to the ASBP Blood Drive taking place 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.
(Feb. 23 & 24) 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, Feb. 23, 9-11:30 a.m.
and 1-3:30 p.m. Also, at Hunter Army Airfield, Feb. 24, 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.
(Feb. 24) SMOKING CESSATION CLASS:
Plan to attend the tobacco cessation class Feb. 24 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.
(Feb. 25-28) 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, 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 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>.
(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.
(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:
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.
(Ongoing) TRICARE OTC DRUG COVERAGE CHANGES:
Effective Feb. 1, some over the counter (OTC) drugs
became covered under the TRICARE pharmacy benefit. The following OTC drugs
covered as of Feb. 1: •Cetirizine, with or without pseudoephedrine (generic
version of Zyrtec) •Loratadine tablets, with or without pseudoephedrine
(generic version of Claritin) •Levonorgestrel (Plan B one-step emergency
contraceptive) • Omeprazole (generic of Prilosec OTC) ◦Brand name Prilosec will
no longer be covered as of February 1 The change also adds coverage for allergy
drugs containing pseudoephedrine. Regular pharmacy copayments (generic copays)
and rules apply to OTC drugs, except for Levonorgestrel (Plan B contraceptive).
TRICARE only covers OTC drugs in the U.S. and territories. For questions
regarding these changes please contact Express Scripts 1-877-363-1433.
(Ongoing) TRICARE RESERVE SELECT NEWBORN/ADOPTED
COVERAGE:
If a TRS family has a newborn, they must submit an
application for coverage within 60 days for the baby to have coverage back to
the date of birth or adoption. The sponsor may request a waiver to this 60 day
requirement. A request to submit a new application within 120 days after
birth/adoption, is subject to approval. For questions contact TRICARE Customer
Service 1-800-444-5445.For additional questions please contact the Health
Benefits Branch at Fort Stewart 912-435-6716 or HAAF 912-315-3646.
(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:
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
(Tuesday) FAT TUESDAY LUNCH SPECIAL AT CLUB STEWART:
Mardi Gras comes to Club Stewart. Join us at Thunder Run
in Club Stewart on Tuesday for a special Mardi Gras/New Orleans inspired
cuisine for lunch, prepared especially for you. The cost is just $9.75 for this
all-you-can-eat buffet. Serving from 11 a.m. until 1:30 p.m. For more
information, call 912-767-4717 or visit www.stewartmwr.com
<http://www.stewartmwr.com>.
(Thursdays) FREE MONTHLY BOSS MOVIE NIGHTS BEGIN:
Once a month, starting Thursday and continuing through
Aug. 5, the BOSS program will offer a total of 20 Stewart/Hunter Soldiers free
tickets and transportation to Royal Cinemas in Pooler to see the most
anticipated movies of 2016. “Deadpool” starts the series, which is open to
Active Duty Single Soldiers, Single Soldier Parents and Geo-Bachelors. Tickets
will be given on a first-come, first-served basis according to
pre-registration. Soldiers may register for only one movie at a time. For
additional information, call 912-202-6201. Other titles and dates are:
“Divergent: Allegiant” March 18; “Batman v. Superman” March 25; “The Jungle
Book” April 15; “Captain America: Civil War” May 6; “X-men: Apocalypse” May 27;
“Finding Dory/ World of Warcraft” June 17; “Star Trek Beyond” July 22, and “Suicide
Squad” Aug. 5.
(Friday) TODDLER VALENTINE PARTY AT CORKAN:
Come to our annual Valentine party at Corkan Fun Center,
building 449, from 10 a.m. until noon Friday for toddlers (ages 5 and under).
There’s no charge. Bring your favorite snacks for your little one and do not
forget your Valentines to share! Table settings provided. Bounce House
admission free. For more information, call 912-767-4273.
(Saturday & Sunday) VALENTINE’S DINNER FOR TWO:
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.
(Sunday) MARNE BOWLING CENTER VALENTINE’S DAY SPECIAL:
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.
(Feb. 16) KIDS GOLF CLINIC AT STEWART:
Youth (ages 7-17) are invited to learn basics of golf –
grip, stance, posture, putting and chipping – at the Taylors Creek Golf Course
driving range from 4-5 p.m. Feb. 16. There is no charge. For more information,
call 912-767-2370.
(Wednesdays) ADULTS ONLY NITE" AT CORKAN, beginning
Feb. 17:
Adults, here’s a chance to find out what the kids love so
much about Corkan Fun Center. 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. Pitchers of beer
available for sale. Adult Nite patrons must show ID to attend. For more
information, call 912-767-4273.
(Feb. 18) MEN'S & WOMEN'S GOLF CLINIC AT STEWART:
If you’re interested in learning basics of golf, or need
to brush up on your game, join PGA professional John Fesperman at the Taylors
Creek Golf Course driving range from 4-5 p.m. Feb. 18 for the Men’s and Women’s
Golf Clinic. The cost is $10 per person. For more information, call
912-767-2370.
(Feb. 19) STEWART YOUTH ACTIVITY CENTER SWEETHEART DANCE:
CYSS-registered youth in grades 6-11 are invited to the
Sweetheart Dance, with games and light refreshments, at 7 p.m. Feb. 19 at the
Youth Activity Center, building 5655 on Mindoro Loop. Free for members and $3
for non-members. For more information, call 912-767-4491.
(Feb. 20) BLACK HISTORY FREEDOM TRAIL TOUR SAVANNAH TRIP:
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).
(Feb. 27) CARDBOARD BOAT REGATTA AT HUNTER:
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.
(March 1) BUDDY SYSTEM MEMBERSHIP SAVES SOME GREEN ON THE
GREENS:
Taylors Creek and Hunter golf courses will launch a Buddy
System Membership drive March 1 that will save current annual members and their
golfing buddies some green on the greens. To find out all the particulars, call
Taylors Creek Golf Course at 912-767-2370 or Hunter Golf Course at
912-315-9115.
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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) PIRATE ROAD RACE 5K/10K:
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.
(Feb. 27) 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, Feb. 27 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>).
(February) GBS LEADERSHIP, CITIZENSHIP PROGRAM:
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.
(April 23) EAGLE RUN:
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.
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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.
