1. ALASKA POST
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Vol. 4, No. 7 Fort Wainwright, Alaska February 15, 2013
Alaska’s Top 40 includes Army civilian employees
Allen Shaw, provement; develops and mon-
Fort Wainwright PAO itors the garrison customer
service program; supports unit
Two civilian leaders from stationing actions and works
the United States Army Gar- behind the scenes to support
rison Fort Wainwright were the Fort Wainwright commu-
named as part of the “Top nity. “I personally take pride
Forty under 40” by the Alas- in knowing that every day I am
kan Journal of Commerce Feb. working to make life better for
1, according to Morris Media Soldiers and their Families,”
Network Management. Mi- she said.
chael Campbell, commercial Campbell’s work at Fort
sponsorship and advertising Wainwright is a natural com-
manager, Directorate of Fam- plement for his love of commu-
ily and Morale, Welfare and nity service, he said. His work
Recreation, and Angela Major, often takes him into the com-
chief, Plans, Analysis and In- munity, building partnerships
tegration Office, were chosen between local businesses and
from more than 140 individu- Fort Wainwright’s DFMWR
als and 200 submissions. mission of providing events
“With Top Forty under 40 and services for the Army
honorees from Ketchikan to Family. “I just love my commu-
North Pole, we are pleased to nity,” Campbell said. “I am a
have a statewide representa- direct reflection of my commu-
tion in the 2013 class,” said An- nity and my upbringing. The
drew Jensen, managing editor fact that I can better my com-
of the Alaska Journal of Com- munity means a lot to me.”
merce. “This is an outstanding The Alaska Journal of Com-
group of young people making merce was established in 1977
a difference both profession- and began recognizing the
ally and personally throughout state’s top young professionals,
Alaska in the private, public younger than age 40 in 1998.
and non-profit sectors. The Candidates have to be younger
future of the state is truly in than 40 years-old as of Jan. 1,
good hands.” 2013. They must live and work
Col. Ronald M. Johnson, in Alaska year-round, have
commander, United States demonstrated professional ex-
Army Garrison Fort Wain- cellence in their field and dis-
wright, said, “This is an in- play a commitment to the com-
credible achievement and both munity.
Mike and Angela should be “We are all very proud of Mike
extremely proud. Not only is and Angela,” Johnson said.
this an outstanding individu- The 2013 “Top Forty under
al achievement for them, it is 40” class will be honored April
representative of the quality of 5 in Anchorage at the Hotel
our civilian employees here at Captain Cook. Doors will open
Fort Wainwright.” at 11:30 a.m. and the event will
Major has served the Army run from noon to 1 p.m.
as a Soldier and as a civil- For more information on
Mike Campbell, commercial sponsorship and advertising manager, Directorate of Family and Morale, ian for more than a decade. this distinguished award,
Welfare and Recreation, and Angela Major (right), chief, Plans, Analysis and Integration Office, were She now serves as an advisor visit www.alaskajournal.com/
chosen from more than 140 individuals and 200 submissions as part of the “Top Forty under 40” by to the garrison commander. Alaska-Journal-of-Commerce/
the Alaskan Journal of Commerce. Both are Army Civilian Corps employees on Fort Wainwright. Also The PAIO develops the gar- January-Issue-5-2013/2013-
pictured is Lisa Herbert, executive director of the Fairbanks Chamber of Commerce and wife of United rison strategic plan, promotes Top-Forty-Under-40-
States Air Force, Master Sgt. Pete Herbert. (Courtesy photo) sustainability and process im- Announced/#ixzz2Jx9Vf200.
Noncommissioned officer and Soldier of the Quarter recognized
Story and photos by more boards you do, the
Brian Schlumbohm, less nervous you get Up-
Fort Wainwright PAO dike said, “no, it’s proba-
bly the opposite. You want
The U.S. Army Alaska to perform to a level where
Noncommissioned O- you feel like you’re repre-
fficer and Soldier of the senting yourself well. It’s
Quarter recognition cer- also a chance to represent
emony took place Tues- your organization to all
day in Fort Wainwright’s the senior leaders.”
Assembly Building. Both Updike arrived at Fort
military and civilian Wainwright in 2011 and
leaders came together in was deployed to Afghani-
congratulating and rec- stan. His most recent as-
ognizing the outstanding signments are Headquar-
achievements of the two ters and Headquarters
Soldiers. Company’s Retention
Staff Sgt. Sean Up- noncommissioned officer
dike, Brigade Troops Bat- and alternate Unit Move-
talion, Headquarters and ment Officer. Updike has
Headquarters Company, a Bachelor’s degree in
1st Stryker Brigade Com- secondary education so-
bat Team, 25th Infantry cial studies from Indiana
Division, was selected as University and is married
the NCO of the Quarter, to Seeum Kim Updike. wife and mother, but I am Denali in June. She is has three children with only Soldier of the Quar-
1st Quarter, 2013, and Updike said his advice really proud of what I’m currently enrolled in one on the way. ter, but also a promotion
Sgt. Eliana Ortiz, D Com- to anyone participating doing. I love the Army, I American Military Uni- Ortiz’s platoon lead- to sergeant. “I send all
pany, 1st Battalion, 52nd in this would be to “Keep love my Family, so I have versity pursuing a bach- er, Sgt. 1st Class Laura the junior Soldiers over
Aviation Regiment, 16th challenging yourself, and a lot of motivation.” elor’s degree in Trans- Hull said, “We are all to Ortiz,” said Hull, “I
Combat Aviation Brigade stepping outside your Ortiz arrived at Fort portation and Logistics very proud of her.” The couldn’t pick a better
(Alaska), was selected as comfort zone.” Wainwright in 2011 and management. She has a quarter board was held mentor for any of these
Soldier of the Quarter, Ortiz said, “It is a chal- was assigned to D/1-52nd, three-year college degree on the same day as the young Soldiers.” (Photos
1st Quarter, 2013. lenge to be a woman in where she was deployed in International Busi- promotion board and Or- by Brian Schlumbohm/
“You would think the the military, pregnant, a as a part of Task Force ness. She is married and tiz met both, earning not Fort Wainwright PAO)
Weekend Weather BRIEFs
Black History Month Diaper Daze
Fort Wainwright’s Black History Month Fort Wainwright garrison and Bassett Army
observance will be at the Physical Fitness Community Hospital are sponsoring Diaper
Friday Saturday Sunday Center Feb. 20 at 1:30 p.m. John Quarles, Daze, an information fair for expectant parents
Cloudy, chance of snow Mostly cloudy Cloudy deputy director, 413th Expeditionary Con- and parents of newborns. There will be give-
tracting Command, will be the guest speaker. aways, car seat checks, and information on the
Highs in the lower teens Highs around Highs around zero
Persons without military ID cards must stop Women, Infant, Children program, post-partum
Lows around -10 5 above Lows around -20
at the gate to get a pass. depression, and much more.
Light winds Lows: -10 to -15 Night: chance of snow
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2. Commentary
February 15, 2013 ALASKA POST
Financial readiness
Maj. Gen. Michael X. Garrett, cial readiness. Leaders must rest of their lives. also provides training and ex-
U.S. Army Alaska Commanding train every Soldier on how to Leaders should know which pertise on financially planning
General keep personal finances in or- of their Soldiers have yet to before permanent change of
der. This will go a long way file their 2012 taxes and if station moves that every junior
As a commander, readiness toward preventing personal necessary offer them guid- enlisted Soldier must take ad-
is one of my top priorities. I am matters and financial emer- ance on how to file. There are vantage of when they receive
responsible for making sure gencies from impacting your tax-filing services available on orders to leave Alaska. Leaders
our units have the personnel, unit’s mission readiness. base that are free for Soldiers. at every level must familiarize
equipment, training and re- I have seen Soldiers bur- I recommend leaders encour- themselves with all the other
sources necessary to complete dened with substantial debts age Soldiers with debt to use training programs available
their assigned missions. My endure life-changing conse- any tax returns to pay down through ACS.
first 12 years in the Army were quences to their marriages, the debts they already have We must all recognize that
spent with the Ranger bat- financial futures and careers. rather than using the money financial readiness is mission
talions where I received what Stress caused by troubled fi- as a down payment on a new readiness. We have a respon-
I consider the educational nances is a leading cause of debt. This is good advice for sibility to be as prepared as
equivalent of a PhD in training divorce. Many troops don’t leaders to give Soldiers who possible to defend this nation.
management. The experience realize that bad credit, bank- receive Alaska Permanent That applies down through ev-
and knowledge I acquired as a ruptcies and large amounts of Maj. Gen. Michael X. Garrett, Fund dividends as well. ery echelon of command to the
junior officer became the foun- debt can prevent them from U.S. Army Alaska Commanders have tools individual Soldier.
dation for all that I have ac- Commanding General
obtaining or keeping a securi- available to them for educat- I enjoy every day I get to
complished in my career. The ty clearance. It is not uncom- ing themselves and their Sol- spend wearing this uniform
principles I learned for man- mon for company command- have never had consistent in- diers on financial readiness. and serving our Soldiers. I
aging the training of a platoon ers and first sergeants to be come before joining the Army Army Community Service is would like to express my grati-
are still the base principles I contacted by creditors seek- frequently have the hardest a wonderful resource staffed tude to each of you for volun-
use to manage the training of a ing help to recoup debts from time learning to manage their with professional budget edu- teering to serve the American
division-level command. a Soldier. This is often the personal finances. They often cators who offer free classes people and defend our Con-
I believe that if our leaders creditor’s final effort before go from having very little and training to our Soldiers stitution. The life of a Soldier
instill proper principles into moving forward with legal spending money before basic and their Families. ACS of- is a demanding one and I ap-
our Soldiers, these principles action and possible court-or- training to regular paychecks fers monthly personal finan- preciate the sacrifice each of
will help ensure their contin- dered garnishment of wages. and multiple credit cards at cial readiness classes that are you has made for the honor of
ued success throughout their Many Soldiers, especially their first duty station. With- mandatory for every first-term serving in our Army. I ask that
careers and lives. Once Sol- first-termers, have never been out exercising financial re- Soldier to attend. If Soldiers you continue to give your best
diers have been trained to per- taught how to create or man- straint, these temptations haven’t received this training every single day and I promise
form a task correctly, they will age a budget, what a variable can result in debts and fi- prior to arriving in Alaska, I to do the same.
always know what right looks percentage rate is or the true nancial consequences that expect leaders to make sure Arctic Warrior!
like. This is also true for finan- cost of credit. Soldiers who can trouble Soldiers for the they get the training here. ACS Arctic Tough!
Financial readiness program 2013 Digital Arts Festival Brian Schlumbohm, on their ‘digital canvas’ as they like.
prepares you for life Fort Wainwright PAO
Zac Hart, training specialist at
Hart said the prefabricated back-
grounds, objects and images allow the
youths to make decisions on how to ar-
Staff report and numerous other subjects Soldiers Fort Wainwright’s School Age Servic- range and place objects in their art.
Fort Wainwright PAO and their Families may find helpful. es, points to a display board with art The process teaches them to under-
Teel said one-on-one counseling is pieces being created by budding artists stand the elements of art as in back-
If you’re working toward the goal of available for budgeting, payment plan- at the center. As part of this month’s ground and foreground use; horizon
having more money in your pocket at ning, debt liquidation, reconciling bank theme from the Boys and Girls Club’s line placement; placing objects for bal-
the end of the year than you did at the accounts, credit reports and credit re- Digital Arts Festival, Hart is working ance and emphasis while allowing them
beginning, Army Community Service pair, consumer advocacy issues, and with youths on the National Gallery to try new things without wasting pa-
can help with their Financial Readiness planning for PCS, ETS, retirement or of Arts’ interactive art webpage where per or materials. A reset button allows
Program. major purchases. they can create original pieces of art the digital artists to clean the canvas if
It offers classes for Bank Account Soldiers and their families should al- using various interactive tools, images it just wasn’t working for them.
Management, Credit and Credit Re- ways be working towards the next PCS and themes. The artwork developed by children
ports, Budgeting and Debt Liquidation, move or leaving active service, Teel “Designed to increase kids’ engage- in the grades kindergarten through 6th
Consumer Awareness and Large Pur- said. There are briefings that teach ment in art.,” Hart said, the site allows will be on display throughout the facil-
chases, Saving and Investing, Fi- how to plan and work towards the youths to create their own artwork ity at building 4166. For more informa-
nancial Planning for Deployment, their goals. Or they can come online using a digital canvas, placing tion, call 361-7394. To find out more
PCS/ETS Moves and Personal to Teel for individual coun- images and backgrounds from catalogs about this online, interactive art, go to
Financial Readiness. seling to plan on how to of templates and objects. http://www.nga.gov/kids/kids.htm.
Monica Teel, best use their income The online interactive site is edu- Presently, kids’ fine arts are being
Financial Readi- and spouse income cational and ranges from creating art displayed at the Last Frontier Commu-
ness Program to reduce their debt with American folk art from the 18th nity Activities Center, building 1044
manager said the and save for the fu- and 19th centuries, natural and man- and in coming weeks, a display show-
Personal Financial ture. made objects and images of paper, stone ing photographs taken by children at
Readiness Class is “I am also avail- and wood, still-life objects, abstract the center will be shown there as well.
given on a regular able to help spous- design and collages, architecture and The Boys and Girls Club of America
basis for first- es that do not have even jungle themes. It is all interactive have more details about the 2013 Digi-
term Soldiers, strong financial for kids to shrink or enlarge, colorize, tal Arts Festival at http://dafgallery.
privates to cor- management skills lighten or darken and place anywhere bgca.net/index.html?cat=Graphic.
porals and get set up for tak-
specialists, ing over the fi-
but spous- nances,” Teel said.
es and oth- “An individual
er ranks are session might in-
also encour- clude goal-setting,
aged to attend. planning for future
The class cov- expenses, changes
ers subjects such as in income, and emer-
principles of personal gencies. I also assist
finance, banking and check- with bank-account
ing accounts, using credit wisely, management and payday plan-
saving and investing, setting goals and ning to avoid missed payments and
budgeting, getting insurance, large pur- negative bank-account balances. If
chases and consumer scams. the client requests, I am available to
Topics of discussion include family schedule recurring checkups through- Zac Hart, training specialist, School Age Services, shows some of the digital mas-
financial issues, shared responsibility, out the deployment to see if they are terpieces being created at the School Age Center. (Photo by Brian Schlumbohm/
finances and children, protecting your on track or if adjustments to the plan Fort Wainwright PAO)
family and military specific issues such need to be made in order for them to
ALASKA POST
as deployment, relocation, benefits and reach their goals.”
transitioning into civilian life. For more information on the Army
It also covers potential problems, bank Community Service Financial Readi-
accounts, credit cards and identity theft ness Program, call Teel at 353-7438.
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3. News
ALASKA POST February 15, 2013
Increase your finanical readiness IQ
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4. February 15, 2013 News ALASKA POST
Black History Month theme links historic events at crossroads
Brian Schlumbohm, Americans gathered in Washington,
Fort Wainwright PAO D.C., for a political rally known as the
March on Washington for Jobs and
February is African American Black Freedom. Organized by a number of
History Month, honoring the many con- civil rights and religious groups, the
tributions and sacrifices made by Afri- event was designed to bring attention
can Americans in the forming of the to the political and social challenges Af-
nation and in the defense of the United rican Americans faced across the coun-
States of America. try. The march, which became a key mo-
This year’s theme, “At the Crossroads ment in the growing struggle for civil
of Freedom and Equality: The Emanci- rights in the United States, culminated
pation Proclamation and the March on in Martin Luther King Jr.’s “I Have a
Washington,” commemorates two very Dream” speech, a spirited call for racial
important events in our history and the justice and equality.
progress of a nation. Fort Wainwright’s African Ameri-
This year is the 150th anniversary can Black History Month observance
of the Emancipation Proclamation, de- is slated for Feb. 20 at 1:30 p.m. in the
clared on January 1, 1863, by President Physical Fitness Center. John Quar-
Abraham Lincoln. The presidential or- les, deputy director, 413th Expedition-
der declared “that all persons held as ary Contracting Command, will be the
slaves” within the rebel states “are, guest speaker. Co-hosts, the 1st Stryker
and henceforward shall be free.” And Brigade Combat Team, 25th Infantry
with that would also be established the Division and the U.S. Army Alaska
recruitment of African Americans into Equal Opportunity Office encourage
the military. As a presidential order, the members of the public to attend. Civil-
Emancipation Proclamation was not ians without Department of Defense ID
a law passed by Congress, so Lincoln cards must stop at the main gate visi-
pressed for the abolition of slavery to tors’ center and present valid driver’s
become an amendment to the Constitu- license, proof of insurance and vehicle
tion. The 13th Amendment was passed registration for a pass. For more infor-
by Congress Jan. 31, 1865, and later mation about the installation’s obser-
would be ratified by the states Dec. 6, vance, call 353-9234.
1865. To find out more information on the
This year also is a milepost as the Emancipation Proclamation and the
50th anniversary of the March on Wash- March on Washington visit the Library
ington. of Congress website, www.loc.gov or
On Aug. 28, 1963, more than 200,000 view videos at www.history.com.
This year’s theme: At the Crossroads of Freedom and Equality: The Emancipation On Aug. 28, 1963, thousands were drawn to the National Mall in Washington, D.C. to
Proclamation and the March on Washington. For more information, call Master Sgt. be part of what would become a historic event: the March on Washington for Jobs
Paul Wayfield, 353-9234. (File photo) and Freedom. (File photo)
CSA tells senators sequestration would impact readiness
Cody Starken, has already begun, and about 3,100
Army News Service temporary and term employees have
been terminated.
Furloughs, budget cuts and curtail- This sequestration means curtailing
ment of training could significantly im- training of 80 percent of ground forces,
pact Army readiness if sequestration affecting basic war-fighting skills. It
is allowed to take place March 1, Chief could also introduce a critical shortfall
of Staff of the Army Gen. Ray Odierno in areas such as aviation, intelligence
told lawmakers Tuesday morning. and engineering, Odierno said.
Odierno testified to the Senate Armed Personnel, training, and equipment
Services Committee, along with Deputy weren’t the only things discussed re-
Secretary of Defense Ashton Carter, garding sequestration. Local business
and the other military service chiefs, will be affected as well.
regarding sequestration. “In the Army, we are going to have
Sequestration would trigger an ap- to reduce purchase orders from 3,000
proximate 10-percent budget cut across small companies,” said Odierno. “From
the government March 1, in accordance an Army prospective, it will hit the
with a clause in the National Defense small companies, which are really dev-
Authorization Act for fiscal year 2013, astating .”
unless Congress and the president can The National Guard was present to
reach a compromise before then. express their challenges due to seques-
“The fiscal outlook that the Army faces tration.
in fiscal year 13 is dire, and to my knowl- “Full sequestration and the year-
edge, unprecedented,” Odierno said. long resolution will directly impact the
Since 2008, the total Army budget readiness of our units and will have an
will have been reduced by 37 percent. impact on the full range of our National
If sequestration is enacted, it will be Guard activities,” he said. “In the area
greater than 45 percent. This reduces of personnel: a government, civilian,
the ability to reset the force, and delays and military-technician hiring freeze
all the modernization programs the compounded by a 22-day furlough will Chief of Staff of the Army Gen. Raymond T. Odierno testified to the Senate Armed
Army currently funds, he said. limit our ability to train and maintain Services Committee, March 8, 2012. He testified again Feb. 11, 2013, about how se-
“We simply cannot take the readiness our National Guard forces,” said Gen. questration would affect the U.S. Army. (U.S. Army photo by Staff Sgt. Teddy Wade)
of our force for granted. If we do not Frank Grass, chief of the Army Nation-
have the resources to train and equip al Guard.
the force, our Soldiers, our young men The Army, as well as the rest of the
and women, are the ones who will pay services, implores resolution to happen
the price, potentially with their lives,” soon to prevent sequestration from oc-
said Odierno. curring and affecting the overall readi-
The Army will also have constraints ness of the forces.
on military training and readiness, Odi- “I know what it takes to prepare this
erno said, and activities will face bud- nation’s sons and daughters for war. I
get cuts for the current fiscal year and know what it takes to grow leaders in
beyond. Even though current military our Army. I know what is required to
personnel are spared, civilian employ- send Soldiers into combat, and I’ve seen
ees will be affected through layoffs and the consequences when they are sent
furloughs. An Army-wide hiring freeze unprepared,” said Odierno.
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5. ALASKA POST News February 15, 2013
Former Army Soldier awarded Medal of Honor
C. Todd Lopez, During the fight, the pe- The White House ceremony this American team, including his actions, it was dozens of
Army News rimeter of COP Keating was was attended by several hun- those who made the ultimate Soldiers. From that battle,
breached by the enemy. Ro- dred, including lawmakers, de- sacrifice.” Soldiers earned 37 Army Com-
President Barack Obama mesha, who was injured in the fense leaders, Romesha’s fam- Included among those who mendation Medals, 27 Purple
placed the Medal of Honor battle, led the fight to protect ily, and team members from died in the fighting that day Hearts, 18 Bronze Stars and
around the neck of former the bodies of fallen Soldiers, Romesha’s own Bravo Troop, in Afghanistan were, Staff Sgt. nine Silver Stars, the president
Army Staff Sgt. Clinton Rome- provide cover to those Soldiers 3d Squadron, 61st Cavalry Justin Gallegos, Sgt. Chris- said.
sha during a ceremony in the seeking medical assistance, and Regiment, 4th Brigade Com- topher Griffin, Sgt. Joshua “These men were outnum-
East Room of the White House, reclaim the American outpost bat Team, 4th Infantry Divi- Hardt, Sgt. Joshua Kirk, Spc. bered, outgunned and almost
Tuesday. that would later be deemed sion. Also there was Secretary Stephan Mace, Staff Sgt. Ver- overrun,” Obama said. “Look-
Romesha is the fourth living “tactically indefensible.” of Defense Leon E. Panetta, non Martin, Sgt. Michael Scu- ing back, one of them said, ‘I’m
service member to receive the “Throughout history, the Chief of Staff of the Army Gen. sa, and Pfc. Kevin Thomson. surprised any of us made it
medal for service in Operation question has often been asked, Ray Odierno and Sgt. Maj. of “Each of these patriots gave out.’ But they are here today.
Iraqi Freedom or Operation why? Why do those in uniform the Army Raymond F. Chan- their lives looking out for each And I would ask these Soldiers,
Enduring Freedom. The former take such extraordinary risks? dler III. other,” Obama said. “In a battle this band of brothers, to stand
Soldier earned the Medal of And what compels them to The president said that that raged all day, that brand and accept the gratitude of our
Honor for actions Oct. 3, 2009, such courage?” the president upon learning he would receive of selflessness was displayed entire nation.
at Combat Outpost Keating, said. “You ask Clint and any the Medal of Honor, Romesha again and again and again, Sol- “God bless you, Clint Rome-
Kamdesh District, Nuristan of these Soldiers who are here displayed the brand of humble- diers exposing themselves to sha, and all of your team,” the
Province, Afghanistan. today, and they’ll tell you. Yes, ness typical of many Soldiers. enemy fire to pull a comrade president said. “God bless all
On that morning, Com- they fight for their country, “When I called Clint to tell to safety, tending to each oth- who serve. And God bless the
bat Outpost, or COP Keating,
, and they fight for our freedom. him that he would receive this er’s wounds, (and) performing United States of America.”
manned by only 53 Soldiers Yes, they fight to come home medal, he said he was honored, ‘buddy transfusions,’ giving The president then asked
and situated at the bottom of to their families. But most of but he also said, ‘it wasn’t just each other their own blood.” that the Medal of Honor Ci-
a steep valley, came under at- all, they fight for each other, me out there, it was a team The president said on that tation be read, and follow-
tack by as many as 300 Taliban to keep each other safe and to effort,’” the president said. day, it wasn’t just Romesha ing that, he placed the medal
fighters. have each other’s backs.” “And so today we also honor who earned recognition for around Romesha’s neck.
Before former Staff Sgt. Clinton L. Romesha and his fellow Bravo Troop, 3rd Squad- President Barack Obama awards former Staff Sergeant Clinton Romesha the Medal
ron, 61st Cavalry Regiment Soldiers arrived at Combat Outpost Keating, nestled in the of Honor for conspicuous gallantry, during a ceremony in the East Room of the White
Hindu Kush mountains along the Afghanistan-Pakistan border. (US Army photo) House, Feb. 11, 2013. (Chuck Kennedy/White House)
Hockey Week in Fairbanks 2013: A community celebration
Staff report, Fort Wainwright PAO Hockey is very proud to participate The current schedule for Hockey Week in Fairbanks is listed below.
in Hockey Week in Fairbanks and to
As the days get longer and tem- join in the community celebration. Feb. 15 Unveiling of 2013 HWIF ice sculpture Big Dipper
peratures cooperate, people in the I’d like to thank Randy Zarnke, all Feb. 15 Ice Dogs vs. Kenai (Era Cup) Big Dipper
Interior begin to celebrate winter. the volunteers and sponsors that Feb. 15 to 17 “February Freeze” Girls Women’s tournament* Patty Center
One of the favorite events for Fair- make Hockey Week in Fairbanks a Feb. 15 to 22 Rapid Shot Challenge Play It Again Sports
banks starts today. wonderful event.” Feb. 16 Free skate sharpening Sport King
Hockey Week in Fairbanks is The Back Yard Rink Contest judg- Feb. 16 Extravaganza Big Dipper
scheduled through Feb. 24 and ing will begin Monday and will end Feb. 16 Ice Dogs vs. Kenai (Era Cup) Big Dipper
is coordinated by the Fairbanks Wednesday so if you haven’t started Feb. 17 Skate the Lake King’s Pond
Hockey Hall of Fame. Hall of Fame getting your rink together, there is Feb. 18 to 20 3-on-3 tourneys Big Dipper
president Randy Zarnke said he is still time. Not only could you win Feb. 18 to 20 Back Yard Rink Contest – judging Community
really excited about the way the the contest but your rink could be Feb. 19 to 22 Reading in schools Area schools
event has come together. “There is featured on the website http://www. Feb. 19 Special Olympics floor hockey Barnette school
always something for everyone. We mybackyardicerink.com/. The win- Feb. 21 to 24 Tier I State Tourneys – Bantam 16 Midget* Big Dipper UAF
invite the entire community to get ner will be announced Feb. 23. Feb. 22 Wear Your Jersey to School (and Work) Day Area schools
involved and join the fun,” he said. A new event for 2013 is the Rap- Feb. 22 UAF vs Michigan State Carlson Center
The week kicks off with an un- id Shot Challenge at Play It Again Feb. 23 Free skate sharpening Play It Again Sports
veiling of the Hockey Week in Fair- Sports, a contest on the Rapid Shot Feb. 23 Hall of Fame induction ceremony Big Dipper
banks ice sculpture at the Big Dip- system to determine which players Feb. 23 UAF/Ice Dogs/Gold Kings alumni game Carlson Center
per Ice Arena tonight before the in the Fairbanks area can score the Feb. 23 Announce winner Back Yard Rink Contest Carlson Center
Ice Dogs games and will end with highest. Participants will compete Feb. 23 UAF vs Michigan State Carlson Center
power-skating clinics at the Carl- against players in their own age Feb. 24 Power-skating clinics Carlson Center
son Center. group. Sticks will be provided, but
The Fairbanks Ice Dogs take on participants should feel free to bring
the the Kenai Brown Bears, in the their own. Prizes will be awarded.
ERA Cup tonight and Saturday. “Skate-The-Lake” is a family-ori-
Ice Dogs head coach Trevor Stew- ented event where a track is plowed
art said, “The Fairbanks Ice Dogs around the perimeter of a local
are extremely excited to be a part pond for families to come out and
of Hockey Week in Fairbanks once spend the afternoon enjoying time
again. It is a series of events that together. There will be a big bonfire
the community rallies around with as well as hot chocolate and marsh-
the sport of hockey being the center mallows, Zarnke said. This event
of attention. Last year was my first has received great reviews and is a
experience with the event and it was fun time for all.
really evident how important the He said, “We couldn’t do all this
sport of hockey is in Fairbanks.” without the participation of a lot of
The University of Alaska Fair- partners. The Borough Parks and
banks Nanooks will take the ice on Recreation Department along with
Feb. 22 and 23 against Michigan many businesses and individuals
State University. UAF head coach help make this a great community-
Dallas Ferguson said, “Hockey wide celebration.”
Week in Fairbanks is a great com- For more info, contact Randy
munity event and one of my favor- Zarnke at itrap2@gci.net or call Fort Wainwright children pose with University of Alaska Nanook hockey players during a
ite times of the season. Nanook 452-6857. meet and greet at Fort Wainright. (File photo)
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6. February 15, 2013 COMMUNITY CALENDAR ALASKA POST
Friday – 15th COSMIC BOWLING, 8 p.m. to 1 a.m., Nugget Lanes
Bowling Center, building 3702. Call 353-2654.
Wednesday – 20th
FAME FITNESS SESSIONS, 9:15 to 10:15 a.m. and CORE TRAINING, 5:30 to 6:30 a.m., Physical Fitness
10:45 to 11:45 a.m., Melaven Fitness Center, building
3452. Call 353-9137.
Sunday – 17th Center, building 3709. Call 353-7223.
FAME FITNESS SESSIONS, 9:15 to 10:15 a.m. and
CATHOLIC SERVICES, 8 and 11 a.m., Catholic Mass.
FAME CHILD CARE SESSIONS, 9 to 10:30 a.m.; 10:30 10:45 to 11:45 a.m., Melaven Fitness Center, building
Catholic religious education, 10 a.m. Southern Lights
a.m. to noon; 10:45 to 11:45 a.m., Melaven Fitness Cen- 3452. Call 353-9137.
Chapel, building 4107. Call 353-9825.
ter, building 3452. Cost is $35 per month, per child, per
session. Pre-registration begins the 20th of the month GYM FLOOR CLOSED, Event set up: African Ameri-
GOSPEL SERVICES, 1 p.m. Gospel Worship service,
for the next month’s sessions. Call 353-9137. can Black History Month observance. The event begins
Bassett Army Community Hospital, third-floor confer-
at 1:30 p.m.
ence room, building 4076. Call 353-9825.
LUNCHTIME HEAD PIN BOWLING, 11 a.m. to 2 p.m., Nug-
get Lanes Bowling Center, building 3702. Call 353-2654. FAME CHILD CARE SESSIONS, care times start
PROTESTANT SERVICES, 10 a.m., Sunday school.
and end within 15 minutes of FAME Fitness sessions,
11 a.m., Sunday Protestant worship Northern Lights
DISABLED TRANSITION ASSISTANCE PROGRAM, Melaven Fitness Center, building 3452. Cost is $35 per
Chapel, building 3430. Call 353-9825.
1 to 3 p.m. DTAP briefing, Welcome Center basement, month, per child, per session. Pre-registration begins
building 3401. Call 353-2113. Feb. 20 for the March sessions. Call 353-9137.
FAMILY TUBING DAY, 1 to 7 p.m., Birch Hill Ski and
Snowboard Area, building 1172. Call 353-6795.
STORY HOUR: COME TO THE BAYOU, 4 to 5 p.m., GROUP CYCLING CLASS, noon to 1 p.m., Physical
post library, building 3700. No cost. Call 353-2642. Fitness Center, building 3709. Call 353-7223.
STOOPID KEWPID MISMATCH DANCE, 7 to 10 p.m.,
Monday – 18th LUNCHTIME HEAD PIN BOWLING, 11 a.m. to 2
Youth Center, building 4109. Call 361-5437. p.m., Nugget Lanes Bowling Center, building 3702.
ZUMBA FITNESS CLASS, 6 to 7 p.m., Physical Fit-
Call 353-2654.
ness Center, building 3709. Cost is $7. Call 353-7223.
COSMIC BOWLING, 8 p.m. to 1 a.m., Nugget Lanes
Bowling Center, building 3702. Call 353-4137. TURBO KICK, 5 to 6 p.m., Physical Fitness Center,
TURBO KICK, 5 to 6 p.m., Physical Fitness Center,
building 3709. Call 353-7223.
building 3709. Call 353-7223.
ICE SCULPTURE UNVEILING, 6:30 p.m., Big Dipper
Ice Arena, before Ice Dogs game to kick off Hockey FAMILY MOVIE NIGHT, 5:30 to 7:30 p.m., Last Fron-
WASHINGTON’S BIRTHDAY SKI DAY, noon to 8 p.m.,
Week in Fairbanks. Call 452-6857. tier Community Activity Center, building 1044. Call
Birch Hill Ski and Snowboard Area. Call 353-6795.
353-7755.
Saturday – 16th Tuesday – 19th Thursday – 21st
INTERIOR ALASKA ICE FISHING, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.,
LEAPS FOR LEARNING, 10:30 a.m. to noon, Murphy
Outdoor Recreation Center, building 4050. Cost is $45. BABY SIGNS: SIGN, SING, and PLAY CLASSES, 9
Hall, building 1045. Cost is $50 per month. Ages 2 to 5.
Call 361-6349. to 9:30 a.m., Last Frontier Community Activity Center,
Call 353-7713.
building 1044. No cost. Call 353-7372.
GROUP CYCLING CLASS, 10 to 11a.m. Physical Fit-
GROUP CYCLING CLASS, 6:30 to 7:30 a.m.; 5 to 6
ness Center, building 3709. Call 353-7223. ROMP AND STOMP PLAYGROUP, 9:30 to 11:30 a.m.,
p.m., Physical Fitness Center, building 3709. Call 353-
Last Frontier Community Activity Center, building1044.
7223.
YOGA FOR ATHLETES, 11 a.m. to noon, Physical Fit- No cost. Call 353-7372.
ness Center, building 3709. Call 353-7223.
EMPLOYMENT WORKSHOP, 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.,
GROUP CYCLING CLASS, 6:30 to 7:30 a.m. and 5
Department of Labor Employment workshop. Welcome
COMMANDER’S CUP HOCKEY, Army vs. Air Force, to 6 p.m., Physical Fitness Center, building 3709. Call
Center basement. Call 353-2113.
1:15 to 2:15, Big Dipper Ice Arena. Call 452-6857. 353-7223.
PREGNANCY FITNESS, 11 a.m. to noon, Physical Fit-
ZUMBA FITNESS CLASS, 1 to 2 p.m., Physical Fit- HOUR OF POWER GROUP STRENGTH CLASS,
ness Center, building 3709. Call 353-7223.
ness Center, building 3709. Cost is $7. Call 353-7294. noon to 12:45 p.m., Physical Fitness Center, building
3709. Call 353-7223.
HOUR OF POWER GROUP STRENGTH CLASS,
CHESS CLUB, 3 to 4 p.m., Last Frontier Community
noon to 12:45 p.m., Physical Fitness Center, building
Activity Center, building 1044. Call 353-7755. YOGA FOR BEGINNERS, 6 to 7 p.m., Physical Fit-
3709. Call 353-7223.
ness Center, building 3709. Call 353-7223.
WINTER SERIES OF POKER, 6 to 7 p.m., the Warrior
YOGA FOR ATHLETES, 6 to 7 p.m., Physical Fitness
Zone, building 3205. DoD cardholders 18 and older. ZUMBA FITNESS CLASS, 6 to 7 p.m., Physical Fit-
Center, building 3709. Call 353-7223.
Call 353-1087. ness Center, building 3709. Cost is $7. Call 353-7294.
LUNCHTIME HEAD PIN BOWLING, 11 a.m. to 2 p.m., Nug-
get Lanes Bowling Center, building 3702. Call 353-2654.
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7. ALASKA POST FOR YOUR INFORMATION February 15, 2013
and entries clear of excess snow. All exit doors, me-
college night csc scholarships chanical room doors, sprinkler and standpipe connec-
tions should be kept free of snow and ice. Continued
Military Family College Night is set for Feb. 26 at The Fort Wainwright Community Spouses Club diligence will improve the fire department’s access to
5:30 p.m. in the youth center. There will be presen- offers a scholarship program for Army Families. The the building and fire suppression systems in the event
tations by representatives from local universities, deadline to submit application packages is March 14. of a fire or medical emergency. Thank you for your
the education center, the Army and Air Force to talk Information and applications are on the CSC website, assistance. If you have an emergency - police, fire or
about college options. Information will be provided on at www.wainwrightcsc.org (click on The Latest News) medical - remember to dial 911. Have a warm and
how to fill out the Free Application for Federal Stu- or visit www.facebook.com/WainwrightCSC
safe winter.
dent Aid, or FAFSA. For more information, call the
School Liaison Office, 361-9897.
motorcycle safety free child dental screenings
job fair The garrison Safety Office has posted motorcycle
training classes at https://apps.imcom.army.milAIRS. Dental Activity-Alaska is inviting military Families
The Spring Job and Internship Fair takes place Feb. Soldiers who want to ride this summer are required to bring their children age 12 months to 12 years for
27 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. at the University of Alaska to complete the necessary course or courses before free dental exams every Saturday in February from 9
Fairbanks in the Wood Center. Employers will be on taking to the road. For more information contact a.m. to noon, in honor of National Children’s Dental
campus to fill positions in engineering, business, so- Greg Sanches at gregory.j.sanches.civ@mail.mil or Health Month. These exams will be available at the
cial services and other sectors. There will be job posi- call 353-7079. Kamish Dental Clinic, building 3406, next to Burger
tions for full-time, part-time and seasonal work, so King. For more information call Sgt. Danikka Guinn,
make sure to have a complete, up-to-date resume on 353-2917.
UAF Career Connect. A link to the Career Connect
barbecue contest
site and an up-to-date list of employers participating
at the job fair will be available at www.uaf.edu/career. The Alaska State Barbecue Association’s fifth an- free spaghetti
Make sure to check here for an updated list of em- nual Brr B-Q competition in conjunction with the
ployers recruiting at the Spring Job and Internship Tired Iron vintage snowmachine races on the Chena Wainwright on Wednesday, or WOW, is provided
Fair this year. River in downtown Fairbanks Feb. 23. All backyard by volunteers every week at 5:30 p.m. in the North-
grill masters are encouraged to participate in this ern Lights Chapel. The program offers free food,
one-of-kind experience. Soldiers and members of the
employment workshop Fort Wainwright community have already registered
fellowship and an opportunity to grow - with class-
es for youth, a course for children and a group ori-
to show they can cook the best chicken and ribs, no ented towards parenting children. WOW also offers
Mandatory for transitioning Soldiers and recom- matter what the temperature, and are throwing down
Bible studies for both men and women. The North-
mended for spouses, the Alaska Department of La- a challenge. Is it Georgia, Texas or Alaska that has
ern Lights Chapel is in building 3430 at the corner of
bor Veterans’ Employment representatives present the best dang barbecue? Dress warm and fire up the
transition-assistance workshops on post. Learn how cookers. For more information, visit http://alaskabbq. Rhineland and Luzon avenues. For more information
to job-search, develop your resume, practice inter- org or call 750-2888. call 353-9825.
viewing, understand networking and negotiate salary
and benefits. Limited space is available and advance fundraisers
registration is required for the three-day workshops.
For more information, contact the Army Career and
Alumni Program, 353-2113. All fundraisers on Fort Wainwright require the ap-
proval of the garrison commander. Fundraisers need
off-limits to be submitted a minimum of two weeks before the
planned event. Fundraiser requests are to be submit-
ted to Shenicia Askew at shenicia.askew.naf@mail.
At the direction of the commanding officers of Eiel- mil and a copy furnished to Cindy Blum at cynthia.
son Air Force Base and Fort Wainwright, the follow- a.blum.civ@mail.mil. For more information, email
ing locations are declared off-limits to military per- Blum or call 353-7633.
sonnel assigned or attached to Eielson Air Force Base
and Fort Wainwright:
native art festival
The Smoke Shop, 334 Old Steese Highway
The Scentz, 1616 Cushman Street Unity Through Cultures is celebrating 40 years
with special events Feb. 21 through 23 in the Davis
Mr. Rock and Roll, 1452 Cushman Street
Concert Hall on the University of Alaska Fairbanks
Mr. Rock and Roll II, 2016 College Road campus. Performances on Thursday begin at 6:30
Still Smoking Tobacco Gifts, 516 Old Steese Highway p.m., Friday at 6 p.m. and Saturday at 5 p.m. Other
events, beginning with the dedication of the Alaska
The Smoke Shop and The Scentz are off-limits to Native Language Archive Wednesday at 6 p.m. are
military personnel immediately per the Armed Forc- scheduled throughout the week. For more informa-
es Disciplinary Control Board and are being recom- tion visit http://fna.community.uaf.edu or call Eliza-
mended to be placed permanently off-limits to U.S. beth Cook at 361-6323.
Army Alaska Command and Eielson’s commander.
The other establishments remain permanently off
limits to Air Force and Army personnel.
seward resort military discounts
tax center Family, Morale and Welfare and Recreation at the The ASYMCA offers discount hockey tickets for the
Seward Resort offers something fun for everyone, in- home games in the Fairbanks Big Dipper arena, home
Active-duty, military retirees from all branches cluding snowshoeing, cross-country skiing, ice fishing
and their Family members who have simple person- and snowmobiling (weather permitting). For more of the Ice Dogs. ASYMCA sells tickets at their Fort
al income tax returns are eligible for tax assistance information call (907) 224-5559, then choose the op- Wainwright office, 1047-4 Nysteen Road. For more
service. Returns may be filed electronically whether tion for the operator who can provide information on information, call 353-5962.
you are getting a refund or you owe taxes. Only taxes everything they offer.
prepared by a Fort Wainwright Tax Assistance Center
staff member can be electronically filed at the Tax As-
sistance Center. The Tax Assistance Center is located
remove ice, snow
in building 1051-9 near the law center on the north
side of Fort Wainwright. Walk-in customers are wel- The Fort Wainwright Fire Department would like
come, but customers with appointments take priority. to remind everyone to please keep fire hydrants visi-
For more information or to schedule an appointment ble and accessible during the winter months. Soldiers,
call 353-2613. Families and civilian employees can help by keeping
snow cleared at least three feet around fire hydrants.
Please also keep a path clear from the hydrant to the
scholarship deadline road. This can help firefighters quickly find and use
the fire hydrant to fight a fire, which can save precious
time to save lives and property. Keep the sidewalks
The Defense Commissary Agency Scholarships for
Military Children Program is offering scholarships to
qualified applicants. Application deadline is Feb. 22.
Scholarship awards will be based on available funds;
however individual awards of at least $1,500 are antic-
ipated by DECA leaders. If there are no eligible appli-
cants, the funds allotted will be forwarded to another
installation. Applications are available through the
local commissary or online at www.militaryscholar.
org or www.commissaries.com. Application deadline
is Feb. 22. For more information call Loriann McDon-
ald at 353-7310. 13406126
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