The document discusses a winning photograph from a military photography competition depicting Afghan soldiers searching a compound at night. It also provides information about upcoming community events at Fort Meade, including an Easter egg hunt and prayer breakfast. The Commander's Column discusses the decision making process for delays or closures during inclement weather and recaps a recent event celebrating Women's History Month that featured a keynote speaker.
This summary provides an overview of the Fort Meade community newsletter "Soundoff!":
1) The newsletter highlights a photo of a young girl sledding at Burba Lake during one of the recent snow days in the area.
2) Upcoming community events at Fort Meade are listed, including a Super Bowl party, Latin Night, Black History Month observance, and lounge party.
3) The Commander's Column discusses the installation's policy for delayed openings or closures due to inclement weather, noting that decisions are made with safety, security, and infrastructure in mind to enable partner commands to complete their missions.
- A severe storm with winds over 60 mph hit Fort Meade on Friday night, leaving more than 75 downed trees and power outages across post until Monday.
- Despite little warning, the community banded together in recovery efforts from the damaging storm. USO volunteers distributed food and water to service members without power.
- The Garrison Commander praised Directorates of Public Works and Emergency Services for their hard work assessing damage and restoring normal operations, as well as the community's resilience in coming together after severe weather events. Residents are encouraged to prepare emergency kits.
The article discusses the impact of sequestration budget cuts on Fort Meade. It notes that civilian employees will face furloughs of 1 day per week starting in mid-April, resulting in a 10% pay cut. This will affect installation services like child care centers and fitness facilities. The garrison commander addressed the post in a town hall meeting, emphasizing the "Team Meade" approach to dealing with reductions and encouraging help for those experiencing stress.
The document is a newspaper called Soundoff! that provides news, events, and stories for the Fort Meade community, including an article about the Army's 237th birthday celebration where the oldest and youngest soldiers cut a cake, as well as announcing upcoming leadership changes with the pending transfers of Lt. Col. Edmund Barrett and Command Sgt. Maj. Charles E. Smith at the end of the month. The Commander's Column bids farewell to Col. Barrett and Command Sgt. Maj. Smith and thanks them for their service at Fort Meade.
The document is a newspaper from Fort Meade published on February 14, 2013. It contains several news stories, including one about food inspectors on post working to ensure food safety at dining facilities by inspecting for sanitation and safe food sources. It also reports that the garrison commander ordered the Burger King on post to close for a day after fruit flies were discovered in a soda dispenser due to a leak. The commander wanted to ensure the facility had time to thoroughly clean. It was reinspected and approved to reopen. Another story covers the 112th birthday of the Army Nurse Corps and a visit by the deputy chief of the corps to Kimbrough Ambulatory Care Center to recognize their service.
This document is a newspaper from Fort Meade covering various community events and news. It discusses how the base was able to quickly change the location of the final U.S. Army Field Band summer concert from Constitution Park to McGill Training Center due to inclement weather. It highlights the coordinated efforts between multiple organizations to inform the community and ensure the successful performance. The commander's column expresses gratitude to the surrounding communities for their support of Fort Meade service members and families through various partnership events.
The document is the December 13th issue of the Fort Meade community newspaper Soundoff. It includes news articles about the start of construction on a new Exchange building, the Conference Center opening for lunch, and Chaplain Lt. Col. Sid A. Taylor being reassigned to Italy. It also features community event listings, sports recaps, and movies playing on post.
The article discusses efforts by the Directorate of Emergency Services (DES) and Picerne Military Housing to address speeding on Fort Meade. DES has obtained additional mobile radar units for patrol cars to track speeding vehicles. Picerne is piloting speed humps in one neighborhood with plans to install them in other areas if successful. It also provides a crime report for the previous week including larcenies, assaults, and shoplifting. Play equipment at the Boundless Playground is currently undergoing repairs.
This summary provides an overview of the Fort Meade community newsletter "Soundoff!":
1) The newsletter highlights a photo of a young girl sledding at Burba Lake during one of the recent snow days in the area.
2) Upcoming community events at Fort Meade are listed, including a Super Bowl party, Latin Night, Black History Month observance, and lounge party.
3) The Commander's Column discusses the installation's policy for delayed openings or closures due to inclement weather, noting that decisions are made with safety, security, and infrastructure in mind to enable partner commands to complete their missions.
- A severe storm with winds over 60 mph hit Fort Meade on Friday night, leaving more than 75 downed trees and power outages across post until Monday.
- Despite little warning, the community banded together in recovery efforts from the damaging storm. USO volunteers distributed food and water to service members without power.
- The Garrison Commander praised Directorates of Public Works and Emergency Services for their hard work assessing damage and restoring normal operations, as well as the community's resilience in coming together after severe weather events. Residents are encouraged to prepare emergency kits.
The article discusses the impact of sequestration budget cuts on Fort Meade. It notes that civilian employees will face furloughs of 1 day per week starting in mid-April, resulting in a 10% pay cut. This will affect installation services like child care centers and fitness facilities. The garrison commander addressed the post in a town hall meeting, emphasizing the "Team Meade" approach to dealing with reductions and encouraging help for those experiencing stress.
The document is a newspaper called Soundoff! that provides news, events, and stories for the Fort Meade community, including an article about the Army's 237th birthday celebration where the oldest and youngest soldiers cut a cake, as well as announcing upcoming leadership changes with the pending transfers of Lt. Col. Edmund Barrett and Command Sgt. Maj. Charles E. Smith at the end of the month. The Commander's Column bids farewell to Col. Barrett and Command Sgt. Maj. Smith and thanks them for their service at Fort Meade.
The document is a newspaper from Fort Meade published on February 14, 2013. It contains several news stories, including one about food inspectors on post working to ensure food safety at dining facilities by inspecting for sanitation and safe food sources. It also reports that the garrison commander ordered the Burger King on post to close for a day after fruit flies were discovered in a soda dispenser due to a leak. The commander wanted to ensure the facility had time to thoroughly clean. It was reinspected and approved to reopen. Another story covers the 112th birthday of the Army Nurse Corps and a visit by the deputy chief of the corps to Kimbrough Ambulatory Care Center to recognize their service.
This document is a newspaper from Fort Meade covering various community events and news. It discusses how the base was able to quickly change the location of the final U.S. Army Field Band summer concert from Constitution Park to McGill Training Center due to inclement weather. It highlights the coordinated efforts between multiple organizations to inform the community and ensure the successful performance. The commander's column expresses gratitude to the surrounding communities for their support of Fort Meade service members and families through various partnership events.
The document is the December 13th issue of the Fort Meade community newspaper Soundoff. It includes news articles about the start of construction on a new Exchange building, the Conference Center opening for lunch, and Chaplain Lt. Col. Sid A. Taylor being reassigned to Italy. It also features community event listings, sports recaps, and movies playing on post.
The article discusses efforts by the Directorate of Emergency Services (DES) and Picerne Military Housing to address speeding on Fort Meade. DES has obtained additional mobile radar units for patrol cars to track speeding vehicles. Picerne is piloting speed humps in one neighborhood with plans to install them in other areas if successful. It also provides a crime report for the previous week including larcenies, assaults, and shoplifting. Play equipment at the Boundless Playground is currently undergoing repairs.
The article discusses several Fort Meade community members being recognized for their achievements in supporting Navy recruiting efforts. Navy Personnel Specialist 1st Class Benjamin Erdelyi was named the best classifier in the Navy for 2012. Michael Gilmore, the enlisted processing division supervisor of the Fort Meade Baltimore Military Entrance Processing Station, was honored as the Navy Recruiting District Philadelphia's Civilian of the Year. Additionally, the Fort Meade MEPS office received awards for being the best Navy Recruiting Region East MEPS and the best Navy Recruiting District Philadelphia MEPS Team.
This summary provides an overview of the key points in the Fort Meade community newsletter:
1) The newsletter leads with an article about a Fort Meade soldier participating in a polar plunge fundraiser for Special Olympics Maryland.
2) It also highlights the opening of a new teen center on base that aims to provide youth a safe space to socialize and access resources, though it is currently underutilized.
3) The garrison commander's column praises the Baltimore Ravens Super Bowl victory and calls on the community to support the new teen center by encouraging more youth participation.
The document summarizes several news items from Fort Meade:
1) The Asymmetric Warfare Group broke ground on a new $31 million headquarters complex consisting of three buildings to replace aging facilities as the unit has grown.
2) A new Veterans Affairs outpatient clinic opened at Fort Meade to serve over 80,000 veterans in Anne Arundel and Howard counties, featuring various medical services.
3) A Navy sailor and student at the Defense Information School won a poetry contest for his poem about Martin Luther King Jr. during the school's observance of the holiday.
The document is a newspaper from Fort Meade covering local news, events and commentary from the Command Sergeant Major. It discusses upcoming events celebrating Veterans Day and highlights the Command Sergeant Major's column on the importance of standards and discipline as the foundation of the professional volunteer military. The column emphasizes that adherence to high standards through self-discipline and correcting others contributes to an effective force that can accomplish any mission.
The document discusses the upcoming deployment of the 67th Signal Battalion from Fort Gordon, Georgia in support of operations in Southwest Asia and Afghanistan, including their preparations over the past few weeks with block leave and final training. It provides an overview of the battalion's upcoming mission and highlights the important role that family support groups will play for soldiers' families during the deployment.
The document summarizes the opening of a new multi-service clinic at Kimbrough Ambulatory Care Center on Fort Meade to address growing patient demand. It discusses the ribbon-cutting ceremony for the new clinic and notes that the expanded facility will provide additional gastroenterology services like endoscopies and colonoscopies. The commander of Kimbrough Ambulatory Care Center and the Army Medical Department at Fort Meade said he was pleased to attend the opening of the new clinic.
- A Holocaust survivor, Robert Behr, shared his story of surviving the Theresienstadt concentration camp with an audience at Fort Meade's annual Holocaust Remembrance Day event.
- Behr recalled growing up as a German Jew in Berlin and being deported to Theresienstadt in 1942, where he and his parents endured difficult conditions until being liberated in 1945.
- Behr urged today's younger generation to commit to ensuring atrocities like the Holocaust do not happen again, saying "You are the ones who must prevent evil from happening again."
- Four new commanders assumed command of various units at Fort Meade over the past week, including the 902nd Military Intelligence Group, 704th MI Brigade, Fort Meade U.S. Army Dental Activity, and Asymmetric Warfare Group's Baker Squadron.
- The Army Community Service program celebrated its 47th birthday this week. ACS provides services to support military families and maintain readiness.
- A summer youth performance of the Drama Camp will be held at McGill Training Center on July 27th at 3pm and 5:30pm. The Garrison Commander's safety message encourages sun safety to prevent skin cancer.
The article discusses the Integrated Personnel and Pay System-Army (IPPS-A) currently under development by the Army. IPPS-A aims to streamline and integrate over 50 separate legacy HR systems into a single system to improve how the Army manages soldier personnel information and pay. It is intended to allow commanders, HR specialists, and S-1s to access consolidated soldier data online and for the Army to automatically process pay actions in response to approved personnel changes. The system is expected to help ensure soldiers are paid accurately and on time.
This document is the April 11, 2013 issue of the Fort Meade community newspaper Soundoff!. The main stories include:
1) Fort Meade is holding various events throughout April for Sexual Assault Awareness Month to raise awareness and encourage victims to seek help.
2) The Army Emergency Relief Fund provides interest-free loans and grants to soldiers and their families for emergencies, and the Commander's Referral Program allows small, quick loans up to $1,500.
3) The nonprofit RenovatingHope is renovating the home of wounded Fort Meade soldier Sgt. Salvatore Callender at no charge, after years of repairs overwhelmed him following injuries sustained in Iraq.
The document is a newspaper article from the Fort Meade community newspaper announcing events for National Social Workers Month and discussing other community issues and events happening in April. It includes a story about a new bullying support group being formed on post in response to concerns about bullying on school buses. It also mentions the cancellation of the reopening celebration for recently renovated youth sports fields due to wet weather.
This document is the September 20, 2012 edition of Soundoff, a newspaper published for the Fort Meade community. The main stories include local service members and first responders participating in a "Hometown Heroes Day" event at a football game, the start of a civilian wellness program, and service members volunteering to repair a historic cemetery. The commander's column discusses the upcoming Army suicide prevention stand-down day and emphasizes the importance of building resiliency and knowing the support services available to assist with total well-being.
- The document is the February 16, 2012 issue of Soundoff!, the community newspaper for Fort Meade.
- It includes articles about the 70th Intelligence, Surveillance and Reconnaissance Wing Honor Guard, an Army fellow serving on Congressional duty, and a karate competition.
- It also previews upcoming community events like karaoke night and a bowling event for Exceptional Family Member Program families.
- In his Commander's Column, Col. Edward Rothstein discusses a recent education town hall meeting and encourages more parent involvement in schools. He also discusses an upcoming cleanup project and promoting transparency.
- The document is the April 5th, 2012 edition of the Fort Meade community newspaper Soundoff.
- The main stories include a Fort Meade firefighter participating in a training exercise to assess suspicious powder in an abandoned building, ongoing utility upgrade work to reduce power outages, and a youth services program excelling in an inspection.
- In his column, the Garrison Commander expresses support for Sexual Assault Awareness Month and Child Abuse Prevention Month, and calls on the community to join in standing against these issues.
The new 902nd Military Intelligence Group headquarters building was dedicated during a ribbon-cutting ceremony. The building is named after Chief Warrant Officer 3 Ann M. McDonough, a pioneer in the counterintelligence field. Speakers at the ceremony discussed McDonough's accomplishments and legacy. The new building will consolidate offices that were previously spread across multiple locations.
The document is a newspaper called Soundoff! that provides news, events, and other information to the Fort Meade community, including an article about a building being dedicated to honor a local union leader, new graphics being added to patrol cars, and the retirement of the ASAP manager after 40 years of service. It also includes upcoming community events, a crime report, and a letter from 1964 encouraging soldiers to exercise their right to vote.
The article discusses the change of command ceremony for the Installation Management Command (IMCOM) where Lt. Gen. Michael Ferriter assumed command from Lt. Gen. Rick Lynch. It notes that Ferriter comes to the role with experience in Iraq and previously commanded installations at Fort Benning. The Chief of Staff of the Army Gen. Odierno presided over the ceremony and expressed confidence in Ferriter's experience and ability to lead IMCOM. Ferriter emphasized the importance of caring for soldiers and families.
The Fort Meade Army Education Center helps soldiers find funding for education after the Army suspends its tuition assistance program due to budget cuts. The Education Center provides counseling and help with applying for benefits like the GI Bill, federal grants, scholarships, and state tuition assistance. Retired Lt. Col. Alfred Shehab was awarded the French Legion of Honor for his service in World War 2, particularly his role in the Battle of the Bulge in defending against German attacks.
The document is a newspaper from Fort Meade published on November 1, 2012. The main stories are:
1) Fort Meade experienced minor damage from Hurricane Sandy, including some downed trees and power outages that were quickly repaired. A bridge on post was also closed due to flooding.
2) An employment town hall was held with over 450 people to learn about job opportunities at Fort Meade agencies, such as the NSA and DIA, which were discussing hiring needs and application processes.
3) Guidelines are provided allowing federal employees to take limited time off from work to vote in elections.
The document is a newspaper from Fort Meade covering local community events, including a wrestling tournament and upcoming karaoke and triathlon events. It also discusses the installation's recent Black History Month observance celebrating milestones like the Emancipation Proclamation and March on Washington. The Commander's column reflects on the importance of remembering the past while continuing progress towards equality and freedom.
This document is the March 21, 2013 edition of the Fort Meade community newspaper Soundoff!. The main stories are that a Pulitzer Prize-winning DINFOS alum gave a talk to current students, the upcoming Post Spring Cleanup from April 11-15, and the Garrison Commander's column encouraging the community to take advantage of spring by renewing relationships and helping with beautification efforts. Upcoming events are also listed.
The three sentence summary is:
The document is the June 14, 2012 edition of the Fort Meade community newspaper Soundoff which includes articles about the Sergeant Major of the Army visiting Fort Meade and addressing Soldiers, the upcoming graduation of Meade High School class of 2012, and events happening around the base including an Army birthday cake cutting ceremony and a 5K run.
The article discusses several Fort Meade community members being recognized for their achievements in supporting Navy recruiting efforts. Navy Personnel Specialist 1st Class Benjamin Erdelyi was named the best classifier in the Navy for 2012. Michael Gilmore, the enlisted processing division supervisor of the Fort Meade Baltimore Military Entrance Processing Station, was honored as the Navy Recruiting District Philadelphia's Civilian of the Year. Additionally, the Fort Meade MEPS office received awards for being the best Navy Recruiting Region East MEPS and the best Navy Recruiting District Philadelphia MEPS Team.
This summary provides an overview of the key points in the Fort Meade community newsletter:
1) The newsletter leads with an article about a Fort Meade soldier participating in a polar plunge fundraiser for Special Olympics Maryland.
2) It also highlights the opening of a new teen center on base that aims to provide youth a safe space to socialize and access resources, though it is currently underutilized.
3) The garrison commander's column praises the Baltimore Ravens Super Bowl victory and calls on the community to support the new teen center by encouraging more youth participation.
The document summarizes several news items from Fort Meade:
1) The Asymmetric Warfare Group broke ground on a new $31 million headquarters complex consisting of three buildings to replace aging facilities as the unit has grown.
2) A new Veterans Affairs outpatient clinic opened at Fort Meade to serve over 80,000 veterans in Anne Arundel and Howard counties, featuring various medical services.
3) A Navy sailor and student at the Defense Information School won a poetry contest for his poem about Martin Luther King Jr. during the school's observance of the holiday.
The document is a newspaper from Fort Meade covering local news, events and commentary from the Command Sergeant Major. It discusses upcoming events celebrating Veterans Day and highlights the Command Sergeant Major's column on the importance of standards and discipline as the foundation of the professional volunteer military. The column emphasizes that adherence to high standards through self-discipline and correcting others contributes to an effective force that can accomplish any mission.
The document discusses the upcoming deployment of the 67th Signal Battalion from Fort Gordon, Georgia in support of operations in Southwest Asia and Afghanistan, including their preparations over the past few weeks with block leave and final training. It provides an overview of the battalion's upcoming mission and highlights the important role that family support groups will play for soldiers' families during the deployment.
The document summarizes the opening of a new multi-service clinic at Kimbrough Ambulatory Care Center on Fort Meade to address growing patient demand. It discusses the ribbon-cutting ceremony for the new clinic and notes that the expanded facility will provide additional gastroenterology services like endoscopies and colonoscopies. The commander of Kimbrough Ambulatory Care Center and the Army Medical Department at Fort Meade said he was pleased to attend the opening of the new clinic.
- A Holocaust survivor, Robert Behr, shared his story of surviving the Theresienstadt concentration camp with an audience at Fort Meade's annual Holocaust Remembrance Day event.
- Behr recalled growing up as a German Jew in Berlin and being deported to Theresienstadt in 1942, where he and his parents endured difficult conditions until being liberated in 1945.
- Behr urged today's younger generation to commit to ensuring atrocities like the Holocaust do not happen again, saying "You are the ones who must prevent evil from happening again."
- Four new commanders assumed command of various units at Fort Meade over the past week, including the 902nd Military Intelligence Group, 704th MI Brigade, Fort Meade U.S. Army Dental Activity, and Asymmetric Warfare Group's Baker Squadron.
- The Army Community Service program celebrated its 47th birthday this week. ACS provides services to support military families and maintain readiness.
- A summer youth performance of the Drama Camp will be held at McGill Training Center on July 27th at 3pm and 5:30pm. The Garrison Commander's safety message encourages sun safety to prevent skin cancer.
The article discusses the Integrated Personnel and Pay System-Army (IPPS-A) currently under development by the Army. IPPS-A aims to streamline and integrate over 50 separate legacy HR systems into a single system to improve how the Army manages soldier personnel information and pay. It is intended to allow commanders, HR specialists, and S-1s to access consolidated soldier data online and for the Army to automatically process pay actions in response to approved personnel changes. The system is expected to help ensure soldiers are paid accurately and on time.
This document is the April 11, 2013 issue of the Fort Meade community newspaper Soundoff!. The main stories include:
1) Fort Meade is holding various events throughout April for Sexual Assault Awareness Month to raise awareness and encourage victims to seek help.
2) The Army Emergency Relief Fund provides interest-free loans and grants to soldiers and their families for emergencies, and the Commander's Referral Program allows small, quick loans up to $1,500.
3) The nonprofit RenovatingHope is renovating the home of wounded Fort Meade soldier Sgt. Salvatore Callender at no charge, after years of repairs overwhelmed him following injuries sustained in Iraq.
The document is a newspaper article from the Fort Meade community newspaper announcing events for National Social Workers Month and discussing other community issues and events happening in April. It includes a story about a new bullying support group being formed on post in response to concerns about bullying on school buses. It also mentions the cancellation of the reopening celebration for recently renovated youth sports fields due to wet weather.
This document is the September 20, 2012 edition of Soundoff, a newspaper published for the Fort Meade community. The main stories include local service members and first responders participating in a "Hometown Heroes Day" event at a football game, the start of a civilian wellness program, and service members volunteering to repair a historic cemetery. The commander's column discusses the upcoming Army suicide prevention stand-down day and emphasizes the importance of building resiliency and knowing the support services available to assist with total well-being.
- The document is the February 16, 2012 issue of Soundoff!, the community newspaper for Fort Meade.
- It includes articles about the 70th Intelligence, Surveillance and Reconnaissance Wing Honor Guard, an Army fellow serving on Congressional duty, and a karate competition.
- It also previews upcoming community events like karaoke night and a bowling event for Exceptional Family Member Program families.
- In his Commander's Column, Col. Edward Rothstein discusses a recent education town hall meeting and encourages more parent involvement in schools. He also discusses an upcoming cleanup project and promoting transparency.
- The document is the April 5th, 2012 edition of the Fort Meade community newspaper Soundoff.
- The main stories include a Fort Meade firefighter participating in a training exercise to assess suspicious powder in an abandoned building, ongoing utility upgrade work to reduce power outages, and a youth services program excelling in an inspection.
- In his column, the Garrison Commander expresses support for Sexual Assault Awareness Month and Child Abuse Prevention Month, and calls on the community to join in standing against these issues.
The new 902nd Military Intelligence Group headquarters building was dedicated during a ribbon-cutting ceremony. The building is named after Chief Warrant Officer 3 Ann M. McDonough, a pioneer in the counterintelligence field. Speakers at the ceremony discussed McDonough's accomplishments and legacy. The new building will consolidate offices that were previously spread across multiple locations.
The document is a newspaper called Soundoff! that provides news, events, and other information to the Fort Meade community, including an article about a building being dedicated to honor a local union leader, new graphics being added to patrol cars, and the retirement of the ASAP manager after 40 years of service. It also includes upcoming community events, a crime report, and a letter from 1964 encouraging soldiers to exercise their right to vote.
The article discusses the change of command ceremony for the Installation Management Command (IMCOM) where Lt. Gen. Michael Ferriter assumed command from Lt. Gen. Rick Lynch. It notes that Ferriter comes to the role with experience in Iraq and previously commanded installations at Fort Benning. The Chief of Staff of the Army Gen. Odierno presided over the ceremony and expressed confidence in Ferriter's experience and ability to lead IMCOM. Ferriter emphasized the importance of caring for soldiers and families.
The Fort Meade Army Education Center helps soldiers find funding for education after the Army suspends its tuition assistance program due to budget cuts. The Education Center provides counseling and help with applying for benefits like the GI Bill, federal grants, scholarships, and state tuition assistance. Retired Lt. Col. Alfred Shehab was awarded the French Legion of Honor for his service in World War 2, particularly his role in the Battle of the Bulge in defending against German attacks.
The document is a newspaper from Fort Meade published on November 1, 2012. The main stories are:
1) Fort Meade experienced minor damage from Hurricane Sandy, including some downed trees and power outages that were quickly repaired. A bridge on post was also closed due to flooding.
2) An employment town hall was held with over 450 people to learn about job opportunities at Fort Meade agencies, such as the NSA and DIA, which were discussing hiring needs and application processes.
3) Guidelines are provided allowing federal employees to take limited time off from work to vote in elections.
The document is a newspaper from Fort Meade covering local community events, including a wrestling tournament and upcoming karaoke and triathlon events. It also discusses the installation's recent Black History Month observance celebrating milestones like the Emancipation Proclamation and March on Washington. The Commander's column reflects on the importance of remembering the past while continuing progress towards equality and freedom.
This document is the March 21, 2013 edition of the Fort Meade community newspaper Soundoff!. The main stories are that a Pulitzer Prize-winning DINFOS alum gave a talk to current students, the upcoming Post Spring Cleanup from April 11-15, and the Garrison Commander's column encouraging the community to take advantage of spring by renewing relationships and helping with beautification efforts. Upcoming events are also listed.
The three sentence summary is:
The document is the June 14, 2012 edition of the Fort Meade community newspaper Soundoff which includes articles about the Sergeant Major of the Army visiting Fort Meade and addressing Soldiers, the upcoming graduation of Meade High School class of 2012, and events happening around the base including an Army birthday cake cutting ceremony and a 5K run.
The document summarizes the opening of a new USO center at Fort Meade that replaced an older, smaller facility. It also discusses various events happening on post, including celebrations of MLK Day and upcoming ceremonies. The commander's column focuses on the importance of military customs, courtesies and traditions.
The article discusses the addition of 52 new medical conditions to the Social Security Administration's Compassionate Allowances program. This program expedites disability decisions for severe medical conditions. The new additions bring the total number of conditions covered to 165. The program allows for quick identification and approval of claims for individuals with medical conditions that clearly warrant a finding of disability based on minimal evidence. The additions are meant to help those with serious neurological disorders, cancers and rare diseases receive timely decisions on disability claims.
- Storm clouds brewed over Fort Meade on Friday as storms caused minor damage on post and sparked reports of two tornadoes touching down. There were no reported injuries.
- Fort Meade emergency services and public affairs worked together to air warning messages and post storm updates on social media and the public address system.
- The storms marked the first severe weather of the summer, and the commander's column encourages safety awareness as temperatures rise. Upcoming Army birthday events are highlighted.
The article discusses Fort Meade's annual Fourth of July celebration and fireworks display. An estimated 12,000 to 15,000 people attended the event, which featured music, children's activities, vendors and a fireworks show over McGlachlin Parade Field. The firehouse mascot Bo got frightened and bolted during the fireworks but was later found by a good Samaritan and returned safely. The garrison commander thanks all those involved in the celebration and discusses using appropriate channels to report issues rather than social media complaints. Upcoming community events are also listed.
The article discusses Fort Meade's Adverse Weather Plan and preparations for winter weather. Representatives from garrison organizations met to discuss the plan, which aims to ensure safety and efficient operations during inclement weather. The installation has several methods of announcing delays or closures, including a hotline, social media, websites, and local media. Personnel should check these sources for status updates and use good judgment regarding safety during severe weather.
The article discusses the new mobile command post vehicle acquired by the Directorate of Emergency Services (DES) at Fort Meade. The $300,000 vehicle allows DES officers to operate as a fully functional command center from any location on post. It is a self-contained truck outfitted with cameras, satellites, computers, radios and other communication equipment. The mobile command post will help first responders and garrison leaders protect the installation. It can also serve as a backup 911 call center if the main center is disabled. The vehicle's cameras, satellites and interior workstations allow officers to handle incidents from the safety and comfort of the vehicle.
The article discusses new laws in Maryland regarding motor scooters and mopeds that will take effect on October 1st. Key points:
- All motor scooters and mopeds will need to be titled and insured. Owners can obtain titles starting October 1st on the MVA website.
- Titled vehicles must display a rear decal.
- The laws clarify proper riding procedures like only riding two abreast if traffic is not impeded, using turn signals, and obeying all vehicle rules.
- Police will enforce the new laws and remind owners of the changes taking effect next month.
The document is a newspaper from Fort Meade covering local news, events and community issues from July 19, 2012. The main stories include:
1) The Fort Meade Cougars youth football team is preparing for their upcoming season in August as part of the fall youth sports program.
2) A new commander is set to take charge of the Medical Activity on post.
3) The article provides tips for home security and crime prevention, including setting timers on lights when away, locking doors and windows, and not leaving valuables in plain sight in unlocked vehicles. It encourages residents to attend the annual National Night Out event on August 7th.
This article summarizes events happening on Fort Meade in the coming week. It mentions that two areas, Mullins Track and Field and York Avenue, will experience closures next week due to construction projects replacing light poles. It provides an update on the Army Emergency Relief fundraising campaign, which has currently raised 37% of its $80,000 goal. It also notes that the Directorate of Emergency Services is working to prevent theft in neighborhoods on the installation.
The U.S. Army Field Band led the Presidential Inaugural Parade down Pennsylvania Avenue following the inauguration of President Obama and Vice President Biden on January 21. The Field Band has traditionally led the first division of the Inaugural Parade. The Inaugural Parade has been a tradition since Thomas Jefferson's second inauguration in 1805. Additionally, the article provides brief summaries of other stories, including the opening of a new USO center on post, construction projects on post that may impact parking, and two new additions to the post's off-limits establishments list.
The U.S. Army Field Band led the Presidential Inaugural Parade down Pennsylvania Avenue following the inauguration of President Obama and Vice President Biden on January 21. The Field Band has traditionally led the first division of the Inaugural Parade. The Inaugural Parade has been a tradition since Thomas Jefferson's second inauguration in 1805. Additionally, DISA provided communications support for the 57th presidential inauguration, and the military takes pride in its centuries-old role of supporting the inauguration and recognizing the president as commander-in-chief.
The U.S. Army Field Band led the Presidential Inaugural Parade down Pennsylvania Avenue following the inauguration of President Obama and Vice President Biden on January 21. The Field Band has traditionally led the first division of the Inaugural Parade. The Inaugural Parade has been a tradition since Thomas Jefferson's second inauguration in 1805. Additionally, the article provides brief summaries of other stories, including the opening of a new USO center on post, construction projects on post, and two businesses being added to Fort Meade's off-limits list.
The document is the February 2nd issue of the Fort Meade community newspaper Soundoff. Key events covered include:
1) The opening of the Fort Meade Joint Installation Tax Center, which provides free tax preparation assistance to service members, retirees, and dependents. Last year it helped over 1,300 people and saved $321,652 in fees.
2) The garrison commander discussed upcoming challenges including limited parking during construction of a new PX and the loss of the golf course to make way for expanding cyber commands.
3) A brief crime report highlighted recent shoplifting, larceny, and property damage incidents reported on post.
This article provides a summary of events happening on Fort Meade in the March 15, 2012 issue of the Soundoff! newspaper. The main stories include:
- Methane-generating trash from the Manor View dump site will be excavated and hauled off-post next week for safety reasons. Site preparation has begun.
- USA Staffing will streamline the job application process for Army vacancies beginning in April. Applicants can create accounts and pre-position documents.
- An Army Reserve Soldier was sentenced to six months confinement for wearing unauthorized insignia and making a false official statement about his medical profile.
The Fort Meade Installation Priority List was approved, outlining priorities like quality of life, infrastructure, safety and security, workforce readiness, and business efficiency. Roads will close briefly on Friday for repaving and the Joint Service Installation Run, with detours posted. Playground equipment at Burba Lake was repaired to reopen safely.
The commander discusses spring break, noting its importance for rest, family time, and balance between work and personal life. He encourages using the break to spend quality time with friends and family, while also reminding people to be safe. The commander highlights recreational areas on post like parks and trails that can provide fun activities during the break.
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The document summarizes upcoming events at Fort Meade including a Ramadan observance, farmers' market, dinner dance, and jazz concert. It also previews stories about local youth excelling in track and field and a book featuring stories of female service members. The garrison commander's column expresses his leadership philosophy of caring for employees and communicating decisions to motivate the workforce.
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1. Soundoff!
vol. 65 no. 12 Published in the interest of the Fort Meade community
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March 28, 2013
photo by staff sgt. sean k. harp
searching in the dark
“Afghans Soldiers Searching in the Dark,” by Staff Sgt. Sean K. Harp of the 55th Signal Company (Combat Camera) is one of the many award-winning
photographs from this year’s Military Photographer of the Year Competition judged at the Defense Information School. In this photo, Afghan National Army
Special Operations and Coalition forces search a compound in southern Afghanistan during a raid targeting a Taliban sub-commander in March 2012. Harp’s
photo took first-place in the Combat Operational category. To view all the winning photos from this year’s competition visit goo.gl/Q3Hyu.
quality care champions UPCOMING EVENTS
Ribbon cutting SFLC, 741st MI Today, 7-9 p.m.: Trivia Night - The Lanes
celebrates VA take post intramural Saturday, Noon: Fort Meade Easter Egg Hunt - Youth Center
basketball league titles Sunday, 7 a.m.: Postwide Ecumenical Easter Sunrise Service - Chapel Center
clinic dedication
Tuesday, 10 a.m.-2 p.m.: Technology Expo - The Conference Center
page 3 page 11 April 4, 7 a.m.: Monthly Prayer Breakfast - The Conference Center
2. Commander’s Column
Soundoff!
Editorial Staff
Garrison Commander
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Busy snow days at Meade
Col. Edward C. Rothstein
Garrison Command There’s a weather saying, “March comes in For more
Sgt. Maj. Thomas J. Latter like a lion, and goes out like a lamb.” infor mation
Public Affairs Officer I’m pretty sure we’re all in agreement that this about the VA
Chad T. Jones is one of those weather sayings that has not been clinic, see the
Chad.T.Jones.civ@mail.mil based on years of careful observation. Instead it full story on
Chief, Command Information is simply something that seems to be more of a Page 3.
Philip H. Jones rhyme rather than a true weather predictor. The installa-
Philip.H.Jones.civ@mail.mil On Monday, which happened to be the last tion also com-
Assistant Editor & Senior Writer Monday in March, we were subject to another memorated
Rona S. Hirsch winter storm. It was one of those low-pressure Women’s His-
Staff Writer Lisa R. Rhodes systems that brought a mix of moderate rain tory Month
Staff Writer Brandon Bieltz and snow to our area. And once again, many of with our annual COL. Edward c.
Design Coordinator Timothy Davis you asked how the decision is made to delay the observance at Rothstein
Supplemental photography provided Garrison Commander
installation’s opening or to close the post due to McGill Training
by The Baltimore Sun Media Group inclement weather. Center on Monday. This year’s event was hosted
As garrison commander, I have three main by the U.S. Army Field Band and featured
Advertising responsibilities — providing safety, security and Regina Hanson as our keynote speaker.
General Inquiries 410-332-6300 infrastructure — that will enable our partner And while she was reluctant to toot her own
Allison Thompson commands to complete their missions. horn, Hanson is the FBI’s first black counterin-
410-332-6850 Allison.Thompson@baltsun.com All decisions related to the operating status of telligence analyst.
Michele Griesbauer Fort Meade are done with these responsibilities Hanson’s remarks took us on a journey that
410-332-6381 Michele.Griesbauer@baltsun.com in mind. My decisions are ultimately tied to the highlighted the many wonderful women of our
garrison’s ability to deliver as many services as military. Whether it was breaking down barriers
If you would like information about receiving Soundoff! on Fort Meade or are possible during inclement weather while ensur- in the military or FBI, women’s achievements
experiencing distribution issues, call 877-886-1206 or e-mail TP@baltsun.com. ing that there is a safe environment. are integral to the fabric of our history. The
Office hours are Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. to 4 p.m., and Saturday through
Sunday, 8 a.m. to 12 p.m. I’ve said this consistently throughout this event was a great celebration of their contribu-
winter season: safety is always a priority and tions and achievements.
Printed by offset method of reproduction as a civilian enterprise in the interest of the if you feel unsafe driving in inclement weather, You can read more about the installation’s
personnel at Fort George G. Meade, Maryland, by The Baltimore Sun Media Group, 501 N. please use your best judgment. Contact your observance on Page 4.
Calvert St., Baltimore, MD 21278, every Thursday except the last Thursday of the year in supervisor and request unscheduled leave. Next month we will commemorate Holocaust
conjunction with the Fort Meade Public Affairs Office. Requests for publication must reach
the Public Affairs Office no later than Friday before the desired publication date. Mailing
Hopefully, this was our last winter storm. Remembrance Day. The event, which will be held
address: Post Public Affairs Office, Soundoff! IMME-MEA-PA, Bldg. 4409, Fort Meade, MD Spring officially arrived last week and I know April 11 at McGill, will provide the installation
20755-5025. Telephone: 301-677-5602; DSN: 622-5602. we are all looking forward to sunny days and with a forum to hear firsthand from a holocaust
warm weather. survivor about the horrors and tragedies that
Everything advertised in this publication must be made available for purchase, use or patronage Despite the snowy weather, Monday was the Jewish people endured during World War II.
without regard to race, creed, color, national origin, marital status, handicap or sex of purchaser, an extremely busy and exciting day at Fort The event will give all of us an opportunity to
user or patron. A confirmed violation or rejection of this policy of equal opportunity by an advertiser
will result in the refusal to print advertising from that source. Meade. pledge as a nation that we will continue to resist
The Veterans Affairs Maryland Health Care hate and persecution in all its forms so that the
Printed by The Baltimore Sun Co., LLC, a private firm, in no way connected with the System formally dedicated its new Fort Meade horrors of the past are not repeated.
Department of the Army. Opinions expressed by the publisher and writers herein are their VA Outpatient Clinic with a ribbon-cutting Lastly, you may have heard that Pentagon
own and are not to be considered an official expression by the Department of the Army. ceremony Monday morning. The new $4.7 mil- officials have pushed back sending out furlough
The appearance of advertisers in the publication does not constitute an endorsement by lion, 13,300-square-foot clinic will serve 80,000 notices to civilian employees for a couple of
the Department of the Army of the products or services advertised.
veterans who live in Anne Arundel and Howard weeks until they have had a change to analyze
counties. It is the sixth community-based outpa- how a continuing resolution, which will fund the
tient clinic throughout the state that is operated federal government for the rest of the fiscal year,
www.ftmeade.army.mil by the VA Maryland Health Care System. will affect the DoD.
In his welcoming remarks, Dennis H. Smith, Right now, the good news is there is an
You can also keep track of Fort Meade on Twitter at twitter.com/ftmeademd the director of the VA Maryland Health Care amendment in the resolution that would reallo-
and view the Fort Meade Live Blog at ftmeade.armylive.dodlive.mil. System, said the new clinic is evidence of the cate funding so that the Army, Navy, Air Force,
VA’s commitment to making health care more Marine Corps and Coast Guard can continue
accessible to Maryland veterans where they live their tuition assistance programs for active-duty
and work. troops.
Co n t e n t s I know there are many civilian employees
at Fort Meade who are veterans and there are
The bad news is we still have some difficult
budget decisions to make with regards to other
many more veterans who either live in our sur- services and programs at Fort Meade.
News.............................. 3 Sports................................... 11 rounding counties or service members who will I know we have some difficult days ahead of
retire and make this area their home. Having a us. But by working together, I’m convinced we
Religion........................ 15
. Movies.................................. 14 state-of-the-art facility to provide the highest will find a way to meet financial challenges and
care for our veterans is greatly appreciated and remain resilient. Thank you for what you do
Community.................. 12 Classified.............................. 16 another way our country can thank our veterans every day for Fort Meade and our country.
for their service. Have a great week!
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3. News
New Fort Meade VA Outpatient Clinic dedicated
By Lisa R. Rhodes
Staff Writer Sen. Barbara A.
The Veterans Affairs Maryland Mikulski helps cut
Health Care System formally dedicat- the ribbon for the
ed its new Fort Meade VA Outpatient new Fort Meade
Clinic in an hourlong ribbon-cutting VA Outpatient
ceremony on Monday morning. Clinic on Monday
Despite several inches of snow and and is joined by
brisk temperatures, Dennis H. Smith, Rep. C.A. Dutch
director of the VA Maryland Health Ruppersberger
Care System and Garrison Command- (left) and The
er Col. Edward C. Rothstein were Veterans Affairs
joined by Sen. Barbara A. Mikulski, Maryland Health
Sen. Benjamin L. Cardin, Rep. C.A. Care System
Dutch Ruppersberger and Rep. John Director Dennis
Sarbanes at the ceremony. Smith (right).
The event was held in a tent adja- The ribbon-cutting
cent to the new Fort Meade VA Out- ceremony was
patient Clinic, which is located at part of the formal
2479 5th Street, near the Kimbrough dedication of the
Ambulatory Care Center. new outpatient
The $4.6 million outpatient clinic, clinic, which will
which opened in January, will serve serve more than
more than 80,000 veterans who live in 80,000 veterans in
Anne Arundel and Howard counties. Anne Arundel and
It is one of six strategically located Howard counties.
community-based outpatient clinics
that are operated by the VA Maryland photo by noah scialom
Health Care System throughout the
state. able throughout the VA Maryland er of the U.S. Army Medical Depart- and leave the service will receive VA
The senators and congressmen laud- Health Care System. Patients also can ment Activity and Kimbrough Ambu- behavioral health services.
ed the creation of the outpatient clinic receive help with compensation and latory Care Center, outlined the new Jaghab said the partnership between
and expressed their continuing support pension benefits and VA benefits. partnership between Kimbrough and the two medical facilities will also
of quality health care for veterans. At 13,300-square-feet, the outpa- the VA Maryland Health Care System provide the opportunity to share Kim-
In his welcoming remarks, Smith tient clinic features state-of-the-art in sharing resources to enhance the brough’s new state-of-the art same-day
said the facility’s dedication “is evi- design by the Nutec Group, a com- experience of patients at the new out- surgery operating rooms and its new
dence of our [the VA Maryland Health prehensive planning, design and con- patient clinic and their access to care. Multi-Service Clinic.
Care System’s] ongoing commitment struction company based in York, Jaghab noted that many employees Rothstein introduced the senators
to making VA health care more acces- Pa., in collaboration with the DoD. who work at Fort Meade are veterans and congressmen and called the dedi-
sible to Maryland veterans where they The clinic includes 21 spacious exam and that many of the service members cation ceremony “an absolutely great
live and where they work.” rooms, one audiology booth, the most who receive care at Kimbrough will Team Meade day.”
Smith said veterans can expect updated medical technology and spa- leave the service and become eligible Mikulski praised the new facility’s
“exceptional health care services that cious patient waiting areas. for health care from the VA. emphasis on preventive care and wom-
are coordinated by experienced and It is the first VA outpatient clinic in Jaghab said Kimbrough and lead- en’s health.
compassionate primary care provid- the country to be Leadership In Ener- ers of the VA Capital Health Care Cardin said the facility is proof that
ers and support staff who specialize gy and Environmental Design Certi- Network VISN5 have several sharing “we are living by our words, doing the
in delivering personalized attention to fied by utilizing sustainable building agreements for patient care. deeds that we need to, to honor our
meet their individual needs.” design to meet federal green policy The agreements include sharing the veterans the way that we should.”
The outpatient clinic’s services will requirements. sleep laboratory at the Walter Reed Ruppersberger called the dedica-
be coordinated by primary care pro- Fernando Rivera, network direc- National Medical Center and support tion a “very positive” step in making
viders who will offer general outpa- tor of the VA Capitol Health Care staff at the Veterans Administration; a “big difference” in health care for
tient medical care, preventive health Network VISN5, which includes VA transferring patient-centered medical veterans.
and education services, optometry, Maryland Health Care System medi- home care for active-duty, Reserve “We’re firm believers in these sorts
including diabetic eye screenings, vari- cal centers in Maryland, Washing- and National Guard patients who of facilities,” Sarbanes said. “We’re
ous medical screenings, TeleHealth ton, D.C., and portions of Virginia, are currently seen at Kimbrough and very excited about what is represented
and TeleMental Health services. West Virginia and Pennsylvania, said leaving the service to a VA-centered here today.”
Physicians also will offer women’s the organization continues to “honor home care model; and creating a team After the ribbon-cutting ceremony,
health services, social work services American veterans as heroes by provid- of Army and VA physicians to ensure the event ended with a catered recep-
and referrals to specialized programs ing the highest quality health care.” that military personnel who receive tion inside the tent and tours of the
and inpatient services that are avail- Col. Danny B.N. Jaghab, command- behavior health services at Kimbrough new outpatient clinic.
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4. N ews
Fort Meade celebrates women’s history
By Brandon Bieltz
Staff Writer
The first woman to join the Army
enlisted in 1782 as Richard Shurtliff
Sampson.
Over the centuries since Deborah Samp-
son was forced to hide her gender in order
to fight in the Revolutionary War, women
have broken down barriers in the military
and in turn created new opportunities for
later generations.
Making history and helping other
women make history was the topic of
FBI intelligence analyst Regina Hanson’s
presentation during the Women’s His-
tory Month Observance held Monday at
McGill Training Center.
“Maybe you will be the one to make
history,” she said. “If you can’t do it,
maybe do what you can do to help some-
body else make history by building into
somebody else.”
The 90-minute event, hosted by the U.S.
Army Field Band, featured music, food
and guest speaker Hanson, the FBI’s first
black counterintelligence analyst.
Women’s History Month began as
Women’s History Week in 1978 in Cali-
fornia and became a national celebration
in 1981. The week was expanded to a full
month of celebrating women’s achieve-
ments six years later.
“The achievements, leadership, cour-
age, strength and love of the women who
built America was as vital as that of the
men of whose names we know so well,”
photo by noah scialom
said Master Sgt. Laura Lesche, senior
equal opportunity leader with the Army Regina Hanson, an intelligence analyst with the FBI, speaks during the annual Women’s History Observance on Monday at McGill
Field Band. Training Center. The U.S. Army Field Band hosted the free event that featured music, food and Hanson as the guest speaker.
This year’s national theme for Women’s
History Month was “Women Inspiring famous. I’m going to so something that’s Elizabeth Hoisington in 1970 to Ann E. tory and work hard to make sure they’re
Innovation Through Imagination,” cel- historic,’ ” she said. “They don’t do that. Dunwoody, who became the first woman building into future generations.
ebrating women in science, technology, What they did was they worked hard. And four-star general in 2008. “All these people I talked about today,
engineering, and mathematics, or STEM. because they worked hard maybe they “These women worked hard,” she said. there was somebody there helping them,”
For Fort Meade’s observance, the presen- became famous.” While women were paving their way in she said.
tation focused on women in the govern- While women have served in the mili- the military, they were also breaking barri- Second Lt. Antonette Tom of the
ment, military and music. tary disguised as men through several ers in the FBI as Alaska Davidson became 323nd Military Intelligence Battalion said
Members of the Soldiers’ Chorus began early wars in American history, the first to the first woman Special Agent in 1922. she enjoyed learning the history of women
the presentation by performing songs writ- officially join the military as women were “They said that her work was very moving up the ranks in the military.
ten by women. The chorus sang “Give Me members of the Army Nursing Corps. refined and she could work on every “I like the fact that she highlighted all
Your Tired, Your Poor,” which was based The first woman to serve in the military investigation where a woman could be the women who made headway,” she said.
on a sonnet written by Emma Lazarus, in a role other than a nurse was Loretta used,” Hanson said. “Understand ‘where “I’m thankful that they did this for us.”
and Diedre Robinson’s “Steady Soldier.” Perfectus Walsh who joined the Navy in a women could be used.’ She still wasn’t The Field Band concluded the obser-
In Hanson’s speech, she discussed 1917. seen as an equal.” vance with a tribute to the Andrews
women trailblazers in the military and “Even though they had bars on their Eventually women moved up through Sisters, who performed swing and boogie-
FBI, starting with Sampson who was the shoulders, they didn’t receive the pay as the ranks to become senior leaders, includ- woogie music from the 1920s to 1950s. The
first woman to join the military but joined men until about 1920,” Hanson said. ing Kathleen McChesney who was the band performed the trio’s “I’ll Be Seeing
as a man. Hanson also discussed the achieve- first women to be an executive assistant You,” “Don’t Sit Under the Apple Tree,”
“When you’re talking about people in ments of the women who reached the director of the FBI. and “Boogie Woogie Bugle Boy.”
the military and in the government, they ranks of general from the first women Hanson ended her presentation by “I enjoyed it,” Tom said. “They did an
never woke up and said, ‘I think I’ll be brigadier generals Anna Mae Hays and encouraging women to strive to make his- excellent job.”
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5. N ews
Technology Expo comes to Fort Meade
By National Conference Services Switches, LCD Consoles, Media Convert- cations Division has been a Fort Meade employees on travel to attend events such
The Fort Meade community will have ers, Online Learning, Ruggedized Portable tenant since 1973. TAD serves Fort Meade as this one will be limited,” Mirabella said.
the opportunity to network and engage Computers, Seating Solutions, Security through equipment testing/evaluation, “What better way is there to overcome this
with its industry counterparts at the Fort Surveillance Products, Switches, Test market research and training/consultation limitation than to attend the [expo], which
Meade Technology Expo on Tuesday from Measurement, Thin Client Solutions, and among many other services. requires no travel or cost to attend?”
10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Fort Meade Confer- Video Encoding/Decoding, Virtualization. “The Fort Meade Technology Expo will NSA employees are also invited to par-
ence Center, 6800 Taylor Ave. “The community here at Fort Meade has provide an excellent opportunity to meet ticipate. A courtesy shuttle will be available
Hosted by U.S. Army Intelligence and shown a lot of interest in this highly antici- with vendors who represent a host of differ- throughout the day running from the NSA
Security Command, the expo will feature pated, first-time event,” said event organizer ent types of technology to discuss and view campus directly to the Conference Cen-
more than 30 exhibits showcasing live, Jennifer Mason of National Conference their latest products” said the division chief ter. The shuttle will run every 30 minutes
hands-on demonstrations of the newest Services Inc. “The Technology Expo will Anthony Mirabella. beginning at 9:45 a.m. picking up from the
technologies and capabilities available to the benefit all personnel, not just IT staff. The expo provides a training and con- flagpole entrance (OPS 2A).
military and intelligence community. There is something for everyone and we are tinuing education opportunity to all staff in Complimentary refreshments and give-
The expo is free and open for all person- expecting a great turnout.” a fun and interactive atmosphere. This one- aways will be available while supplies last.
nel to participate. Various demos will be The event also brings to the spotlight day event offers an alternative to attending For more information, call Jennifer
available. They include: internal resources that personnel may a conference. Mason at 443-561-2392 or email Mason@
Blade PC Workstations, Cloud Comput- not have been aware of at Fort Meade. “Given sequestration and funding lim- ncsi.com. To pre-register, visit FederalEv-
ing, Cyber Security, Fiber Optics, KVM Within INSCOM, the Technology Appli- its, an organization’s ability to send their ents.com and click on “Fort Meade.”
DLA Disposition
Services site to
close for training
The Defense Logistics Agency Disposition
Services Meade will close Monday through
April 12 to prepare for a systems upgrade.
It will reopen April 15 as training contin-
ues and the computer system is deployed.
The organization is replacing its legacy
computer system known as “DAISY” with
its Reutilization Business Integration, or
RBI, solution.
RBI is expected to provide real-time asset
visibility throughout the Defense Logistics
Agency supply chain. There is little or no
delay between when data is entered and when
it is available to other users.
Items available for reutilization, transfer,
donation and sales also will have increased
visibility.
Military units that use DLA Disposition
Services save their units and taxpayers mil-
lions of dollars each year. Excess property
and material turned in from the military ser-
vices is first offered for reuse within the DoD
at no cost and with free shipping.
Remaining items can be transferred to
federal agencies or donated to state and local
photo by Brandon bieltz governments and other qualified agencies or
used to aid humanitarian relief efforts.
youth job opportunities
Amber Wilson (right), 19, speaks with Towson University recruiter Gordon Davis during the Teen Job Fair on
Safe and appropriate items that remain
can be sold to the public. DLA Disposition
Services also provides disposal solutions for
March 21 at McGill Training Center. The event offered employment, internship and volunteer opportunities for hazardous waste and materials.
more than 300 teenagers in the area. Recruiters from colleges, government agencies and local businesses For more information, call Dan Frazier
attended the three-hour fair. at 301-677-3394 or go to dispositionservices.
dla.mil.
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8. N ews
Former ambassador
speaks to DINFOS
faculty, students
Story and photo by must understand the culture of their audi-
Master Sgt. Chyrece Campbell ence to build their credibility. Effective com-
Defense Information School munication takes place when leaders listen
Ambassador Ronald E. Neumann, presi- to and learn about their audience.
dent the American Academy of Diplomacy, Neumann explained the importance of
spoke to 120 faculty, staff and students senior communicators as combatant com-
on Monday at the Defense Information mand public affairs officers in conveying
School. their message to local foreigners, coalition
A combat-seasoned diplomat and a for- partners and Americans.
mer U.S. ambassador to Afghanistan, Neu- With all eyes on Afghanistan, Neumann
mann spoke about the characteristics of an said it is critical that U.S. State Department
effective public affairs professional when and military leaders convey information Air Force Lt. Col. Kristi Beckman, public affairs director for the Air Force Special
working overseas. He also provided an anal- that is accurate and coincides with U.S. Operations Command and a current student at Defense Information School, asks
ysis of the current situation in Afghanistan, policy in the region. Ambassador Ronald Neumann, president of the American Academy of Diplomacy
as well as a summary of operations and “Hearing his political and cultural expe- in Washington, D.C., for his insight on shaping messages in Afghanistan. Neumann
prospects for the future of the country. rience, [I learned how it] can be applied to spoke to public affairs professionals at the school on Monday.
Neumann’s visit to was part of a lecture help leaders navigate through challenges at
series started by DINFOS Commandant the strategic level,” said Col. Jane Crichton, public affairs director for Air Force Special instructor, said Neumann’s lecture provided
Col. Jeremy Martin to expose students to a public affairs officer with U.S. Army South Operations Command and another Joint important information for entry-level pub-
key leaders and experts in the field of com- and currently a DINFOS Joint Senior Pub- Senior Public Affairs Course student, said lic affairs students.
munications. lic Affairs Course student. she understands the importance of being “I think it’s great we are able to expose
Neumann stressed that when public Crichton will be deploying to Afghani- on message. our qualification course students to this
affairs professionals are working in foreign stan this summer. She said she believes “It was incredible to hear the ambas- strategic-level leadership,” Burnham said.
countries, it is not enough to know the lan- Neumann’s thoughts and advice will be use- sador’s perspective as he spoke about his “Many of them are heading off to serve
guage. Words and key phases can get lost in ful in helping her do a good job as a public experiences,” she said. in countries that the ambassador has been
translation when communicating between affairs professional and leader. Air Force Maj. Denise Burnham, a DIN- working diplomacy efforts in for the better
dialects, he said. Public affairs professionals Air Force Lt. Col. Kristi Beckman, the FOS public affairs leadership department part of a decade or more.”
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SFLC, 741st crowned
basketball champions
By Brandon Bieltz Division II team. “It feels pretty good to
Staff Writer represent the unit.”
For the past two years, the Surface The Division I team entered the post-
Force Logistics Center basketball team season with a 6-8 record and was sent to
has wreaked havoc in the intramural the loser’s bracket in the first round of
league. the tournament. Despite the early loss,
The team continued its dominance the team battled back to earn a spot in
last week as it sealed another undefeated the championship.
season on its way to the team’s second SFLC, on the other hand, was rarely
consecutive championship title. challenged in the regular season as the
“We discussed it in the beginning of team racked-up wins and a 14-0 record.
the season on what we wanted to do and The team also ran through the postsea-
how we wanted to plan it out,” player son without a hitch.
Derek Bailey said. “No matter what guys In the championship game, SFLC
were on the floor, we wanted to play hard came out quickly with Gary Robinson
and get the win.” sinking a 3-pointer to give the team a
SFLC defeated the 741st Military lead that it would hold for the remaining
Intelligence Battalion in a one-sided 39 minutes.
72-53 victory in the Division I intramu- Down 22-19 with 10 minutes remain-
ral basketball championship, while the ing in the first half, the 741st stepped
Division II 741st team redeemed the unit up its offensive attack, but SFLC’s full-
by winning the division’s championship court passes made it nearly impossible
over the 32nd Intelligence Squadron, to stop the high-octane offense led by
43-36. Wallace Ruffin and Darion Bethea.
photos by noah Scialom
The championship games, held March SFLC held a 32-21 lead at halftime.
12 at Murphy Field House, wrapped up Ruffin and Bethea led SFLC with 8 Alonzo Toms of the 32nd Military Intelligence Squadron fights through 741st MI
the double-elimination tournament that points in the half, while Jonathan Buggs defenders during the Division II intramural basketball championship on March 21 at
tipped off March 11 with all teams com- tried to keep the 741st hanging on with Murphy Field House. The 741st defeated the 32nd 43-36 for the post title.
peting for the title of post champions. a 12-point half.
After a three-year absence from the With its foot still firmly on the gas, for SFLC, while three other players opportunities until William Tillman’s
post basketball championships, the 741st SFLC began to run away with the game — Bethea, Ruffin and Terry Daniels layup gave the 32nd IS the 13-12 lead
Military Intelligence Battalion was rep- in the second half. The team extended — each added 11 points. with 13 minutes remaining in the half.
resented in both divisions’ title games. its lead to 20 points by the midway point “It feels great,” Bailey said. “It was a The 741st came back to hold a 22-19
“We thought about it before the sea- of the half and continued to add points really good team win.” lead at halftime, following Derrick Han-
son started and we were like, ‘If that enroute to the 72-53 win. Having already seen a 741st team nah’s buzzer beating shot. Damien Jones
could happen, then that would be amaz- Despite the loss, Buggs scored a game- lose that night, the Division II team led the 32nd IS with 12 points, while the
ing’,” said Marques Barrett of the 741st’s high 29 points. Robinson scored 14 was determined to bring at least one 741st was led by Deion McClinton’s 10
title back to the unit, Barrett said. The points.
Gary Robinson of Division II 741st team finished the sea- Jones quickly tied the game up at the
the Surface Force son with a third-place, 11-4 record and start of the second half, but a Barrett
Logistics Center moved through the postseason bracket layup gave the 741st the lead, which the
and Jonathon undefeated. team would hold onto for the remainder
Buggs of the The 32nd IS finished the season with of the game. The 32nd IS continued to
741st Military one less win and defeated the first-place hold on, staying within seven points, but
Intelligence 7th IS earlier in the tournament. The was unable to match the 741st offense.
Battalion tip- 741st and 32nd met in the semifinals on McClinton led the 741st offense in 43-
off the Division March 18 with the 741st winning 67-48. 36 victory with 18 points. Jones scored a
I intramural Barrett said the game gave the 741st game-high 19 points in the 32nd’s loss.
basketball confidence heading into the champion- Barrett said the team’s plan early on in
championship ship game. the game was to wear out the 32nd IS’
on March 21. From the opening tip-off, the two full-court, man-on-man attack.
SFLC’s 72-53 teams battled back and forth with the “The goal was to just stick around,
victory sealed the lead changing four times before the 741st pull away if we could, “ he said. “But we
team’s second pulled away momentarily. The 32nd IS’ knew as long as we kept it close, sooner
consecutive pressure in the offensive zone was allow- or later we’d be able to pull away,” he
undefeated ing for multiple chances on each posses- said. “It feels good to have the champi-
season. sion but was unable to capitalize on the onship back with the 741st.”
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10. S ports C ommunity N ews N otes
The deadline for Soundoff! community Marching Competition on April 6 at 4
Sports Shorts “News and Notes” is Friday at noon.
All submissions are posted at the editor’s
discretion and may be edited for space and
p.m. at Meade High School.
The event will showcase drum lines
and dance/drill teams.
Meade High Spring 5K Run/Walk grammar. Look for additional community Tickets are available at the door. Cost
events on the Fort Meade website at www. is $8 for adults and $6 for children ages
The Meade Athletic Boosters will hold a 5K Run/Walk to support all ftmeade.army.mil and the Fort Meade 3 to 12.
athletic teams at Meade High School on April 20 at 9 a.m. Facebook page at facebook.com/ftmeade. Concession stands will be available.
The race will start at the Meade High track. For more information or to submit an Parking is available on the Annapolis
Online registrations will be open until April 14 at active.com/running/fort- announcement, email Philip Jones at philip. Road (Route 175) side of the school.
meade-md/meade-boosters-spring-5k-2013. h.jones.civ@mail.mil or call 301-677-5602. For more information, contact Carol
Registration also will be held on race day from 8 to 8:45 a.m. Whitley at carowhitley@verizon.net
Pre-registration cost is $20 for adults and $15 for students. Cost on race day or 443-562-6696 or Robbie Wyatt at
is $25 for all runners. NEWS EVENTS wyatt3@cablespeed.com or 410-302-
A race T-shirt is guaranteed with online registration before April 14. 5134.
Printable registration forms are available at http://meadeathletics.org/index.
cfm?action=main.boosters.
For more information, contact meadeathletics@gmail.com or Nate Moyer Clean Up! Fort Meade Trivia Night
at 410-353-8783. The Enlisted Spouses Club host the 5th The Lanes at Fort Meade hosts Trivia
Annual Clean Up! Fort Meade on April Night every Thursday from 7 to 9 p.m.,
Burba Lake fishing 20 from 8 to 11 a.m. except the third Thursday of the month.
The project will begin at the following The event is open to all.
The Maryland Department of Natural Resources will stock Burba Lake for Teams must have a minimum of two
fishing beginning April 19. neighborhood centers as well as the new
Picerne Military Housing Program Office: players and a maximum of 10.
All state regulations will be in effect. Weekly prizes are awarded to the top
For more information, 301-677-3810. Meuse Forest, Heritage Park, Potomac
Place and Midway Commons. three winners. Food and beverages are
available for purchase.
Gaffney pool Participants can register the morning of
the event beginning at 8 a.m. or online at For more information, call 301-677-
The swimming pool at Gaffney Fitness Center is closed for maintenance. ftmeadeesc.org/cleanupregistration.htm. 5541 or visit ftmeademwr.com/lanes.php.
When registering online, participants
Spring sports registration will receive a free raffle ticket for the EDUCATION
drawings, which are separate for children
Registration for spring sports is under way at Parent Central Services, 1900
and adults.
Reece Road.
Awards will be presented to the
Spring sports include soccer, T-ball, baseball, softball, track, indoor football
and basketball.
military/unit with the most participation VetSuccess
and any children’s organization with the
For more information, call 301-677-1149 or 1156.
most participation. Counseling Day
Two separate green-themed prized VetSuccess Counseling Day will be held
Earth Day 5K Run packages will be awarded to the top two April 16 from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. at the Army
The installation’s annual Run Series kicks off April 20 with an Earth Day 5K schools on post with the most collected Education Center, 8601 Zimborski Ave.
Run at 8 a.m. at Burba Park. garbage/recycling. A VetSuccess counselor will provide
The pre-registration cost for individuals is $15. Cost on the day of the run is $25. In addition, children attending one of veterans benefit counseling for veter-
The pre-registration cost for groups of seven to 10 is $75. the post schools may enter the “What ans seeking enrollment at University of
The pre-registration cost is $45 for a family of three to six people. On the day of Earth Day Means to Me” contest and Maryland University College who intend
the event, the cost is $60 per family. draw a picture about what Earth Day to use their VA education benefits, includ-
An individual can register for the entire season for $60. means to them and accompany the picture ing the Montgomery GI Bill, Vocational
All pre-registered runners will receive a T-shirt. with a follow-up sentence. Rehab and the Post-9/11 GI Bill.
For more information, call 301-677-7916. The deadline for submissions is March No appointment is necessary. Walk-ins
29 to the child’s school. The top winner are welcome.
For more Fort Meade sports, visit quickscores.com/ftmeadesports. will receive a Nook Color. One runner-up For more information, call 301-621-
from each school will be selected who will 9882.
win a prize as well.
Gifted and talented
Jibber-Less
For more information, email Laura at
clean.up.fort.meade.esc@gmail.com.
summer programs
Indoor Marching The 2013 Maryland Summer Centers
Public Affairs Officer Chad T. Jones, author of Jibber Jabber, is Competition program, in partnership with public and
nonpublic agencies, provides Maryland’s
out of the office. The Meade High School Instrumental diverse gifted and talented student
Music Association and Meade population with advanced, rigorous,
As always, if you have any comments about Jibber Jabber or High School Instrumental Music
Program, in conjunction with the
experiential learning opportunities
that nurture talents and abilities within
anything to do with the world of sports, e-mail chad.t.jones. Chesapeake Area Marching Programs/ unique learning environments.
civ@mail.mil. Chesapeake Percussion, will host the
2013 Chesapeake Invitational Indoor
Summer programs are offered in the
fine and performing arts, environmental
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science, technology, computer science, Soldier and Family Assistance Center,
space science, physics, engineering, world the Belvoir Federal Credit Union or
languages, creative writing and digital online at belvoirosc.org.
filmmaking. Applications are also distributed to
Applications must be postmarked by all high school counselors in the greater
April 15. Fine and performing arts and Washington, D.C., area. Incomplete
Chesapeake Bay watershed investigations packages will not be considered.
have earlier deadlines. Application package requirements are
For more information or for an online available at belvoirosc.org.
application, go to marylandpublicschools. Packages should be postmarked by
org/summercenters. April 12 and mailed to:
BOSC Scholarship Committee
ASIST Workshop P.O. Box 322
Fort Belvoir, VA 22060
The next Applied Suicide Intervention An awards reception will be held
Skills Training Workshop will be offered May 22 at 6:30 p.m. at Fort Belvoir in
April 10 and 11 at the Cavalry Chapel, Quarters One.
8465 Simonds St. and 6th Armored For more information, contact
Cavalry Road. Jennifer Wilder, BOSC scholarship chair,
The ASIST Workshop is open to at 703-532-1383 or boscscholarship@
all military, adult family members and yahoo.com.
DoD civilian employees. Contractors are
welcome on a space-available basis.
During the two-day workshop
Financial Readiness classes
Photo by noah scialom
participants will learn specific skills to Army Community Service offers
help them identify those at risk and how Financial Readiness classes at the Three-year-olds Megan Chung and Kennedy Duarte color Easter bunnies during
to better listen to and care for those Community Readiness Center, 830 the Easter Bunny Brunch on Saturday at the Conference Center. Mr. and Mrs.
having thoughts of suicide. Chisholm Ave. Easter Bunny stopped by the brunch to meet youngsters and take photos.
For more information, email alan. Classes are open to DoD
Easter Happenings
dagg@navy.mil. identification cardholders, including
active-duty service members, retirees
BOSC scholarships and their family members, DoD civilian
employees and contractors.
The Belvoir Officers’ Spouses’ Club is Registration is required for each class.
accepting applications for its scholarship • Consumer Awareness: Today, 1 to 3
program through April 12.
The scholarship program is open to
p.m. Easter Egg Hunt
To register or for more information,
spouses and dependents of all ranks call 301-677-5590. To schedule an Fort Meade’s annual
—active duty, retired or deceased — in appointment, visit fortmeadeacs. Easter Egg Hunt will be
all branches of military service including checkappointments.com. held Saturday at noon at
Guard/Reserves with a valid military the Youth Center.
identification card. The free event will
Eligible applicants or their military
Career, relationship classes feature contests, activities,
sponsor must reside in the greater The Fleet and Family Support Center treats and door prizes.
Washington, D.C., area. All applicants, offers the following free classes at the Bring your own basket
spouses and children/dependents, must Community Readiness Center, 830 for the egg hunt.
enroll at either an accredited college/ Chisholm Ave.: For more information,
university or an accredited/licensed Registration is required for all call 301-677-1437 or visit
vocational/technical program for the programs. ftmeademwr.com.
2013-2014 academic year. • Consumer Awareness: Today, 1 to 3
Spouses also may be eligible if they p.m.
are currently in an accredited program. • Transition Goals, Plans, Success
Child/dependent applicants (up to age (TGPS): Monday to April 5, 8 a.m. to
23 with valid military ID card) must be 4 p.m.
both high school graduates and rising • Resume Writing: Tuesday, 9 a.m. to
freshmen in an accredited program for noon Text FOLLOW
the 2013-2014 academic year. • Dollars and Sense: Tuesday, 1 to 3
Those who previously received BOSC p.m. FORTMEADE
scholarships or who are pursuing
a second degree (technical, second
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