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FRONTLINEServing the Fort Stewa rt and Hunter Army Airfield comm unities (w ww.stewart.army.mil) Ma

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Hinesville, Ga . 31314

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Hunter Soldiershelp fight firesSteve HartHunter Public Affairs Officer

Persistent drought conditions com-bined with high winds and low humidity have fueled wildfires insoutheast Georgia scorching morethan 80,000 acres of forest andswampland. The Georgia Forestry Commission and Georgia Emergency Management Agency requested sup-port from the U.S. Army, April 25 andanswering the call were eight Soldiersfrom the 514th Engineer Firefighting Detachment based at Hunter Army

Airfield.Immediately after Forces

Command approved the request for

forces early April 27, Staff Sgt. AdamLaw, military fire chief and detach-ment commander of the 514th, wasenroute with his seven Soldiers andtwo vehicles to report for duty to aug-ment the more than 800 personnelfrom a multitude of local, state andfederal agencies fighting the enor-mous blaze.

“This is a very important mission,”Law said. “Tens of thousands of acreshave been destroyed, eighteen struc-tures have been turned to ashes, morethan 100 residents have had to evacu-ate, schools and roads are closed and

smoke is filling the air for miles.”

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Maj. Gen. Rick Lynch3rd Inf. Div. commanding general

The enemy is watching, listening, andstudying everything you see, hear, andread. This is a fact that is as relevant inHinesville and Columbus as it is inBaghdad and the capitols of othernations around the world.

Dog Faced Soldiers of old probably told each other and their Families andfriends that “loose lips sink ships.” That

was their way of reminding each otherthat the enemy in their wars was alwayslistening and was waiting for the righttime to strike.

In their day, there was heavy censor-ship of mail and very limited communi-cations with home. Such practices areimpractical and unfair today. But it is just as necessary to be on guard.

Suspend disbelief. This is the age of information, the Internet, instanta-neous messaging, and cell phone com-munication. We give emphasis to oper-

ational security, OPSEC as it is called,communications security or COMSEC,and personal security. This is every-one’s business on both sides of the Atlantic. Let me tell you how you areinvolved.

Whether you are a Soldier, a civilianemployed by the Army, or the Family

engage leadership.It starts off innocently. A

uniform is unserviceableand is thrown in thegarbage. A Soldier that isproud of his work tells hisfather on the phone aboutthe latest gadget he wasfielded. A mother emailsher daughter that her air-plane is leaving at a certaintime and she will be home

on a certain date.Then things go awry.The uniform, plucked fromthe garbage is worn as a disguise. In itspocket was a thumb drive with dia-grams of security points on aPowerPoint presentation. The gadgetdiscussion was monitored by special lis-tening devices in a far east Asia capitoland given to scientists who counteredthe capabilities of the gadget and ter-rorists altered their tactics. And at theairport, someone was waiting.

Yes, OPSEC, communications securi-ty, and personal security is that serious.So be aware.

As a rule, Soldiers should never dis-cuss the capabilities of special weaponsand the devices they use to performtheir missions. The fact that some of the information is available on the

It’s fine to talk about the work you do. Especially with Families. But persons with access to sensitiveinformation, persons withsecurity clearances shouldnot disclose that informa-tion unnecessar ily. Andunder no circumstancesshould a person discloseclassified information tosomeone without an

appropriate clearance.I would caution Family members to be patient and

not pursue questions with their lovedones that may lead to a discussion of our capabilities and vulnerabilities. If you sense that something was said or isabout to be said that is operationally sensitive, stop the conversation.

The movement of material and per-sonnel is a huge mission for our garri-son and everyone anxiously awaitsdepartures and returns. Movements in

theater are carefully protected both interms of communication as well asphysical. Just be aware that the enemy does watch and listen and he really does want to break a heart. So avoid talking about flight times, departure and arrivallocations, and convoy operations.

Terrorism is world wide and often

want to do us harm.Control protected m As a rule, devices for

material should remaareas. There are procdling this sort of maunit’s special security o you on the correct proction is needed.

Too often books withtion, computer discs,mishandled, lost, or

This happens at home and it must stop.Properly dispose

Shredders should be usensitive operationainformation.

Identification badgecarefully concealed When disposed of, uhave all patches aremoved.

Now, this list is not eare other measures th

and this is where leimportant.

Leaders have to be must teach their Families, and their emdards and the best proational, communicatiosecurit y. And collec

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Spc. L.B. Edgar7th Mobile Public Affairs Detachment

BAGHDAD,Iraq – The Soldiers bearing the load of battlefieldoperations are not always afforded the luxury of rest andrelaxation. When they do receive a break to decompress, it isin their best interest to make the most of the opportunity.Enter Freedom Rest, an oasis in the center of the Iraqi capital

which affords Soldiers the opportunity to escape the stressorsof life on the front line of the Global War on Terrorism.

With the additional three months of service mandated for

all active-duty Soldiers, the ability to escape, if for even just afew days, is greater than ever. Freedom Rest allows just such agetaway.

Freedom Rest proves not every mission in Iraq requiresbody armor, ammunition and a strong constitution. Whilepartaking in some much earned, and needed, rest and relax-ation, Soldiers may wear civilian attire, lock their weapons upand cut loose for four days of recuperation.

Located in the International Zone, Freedom Rest allowsSoldiers to take a break from it all without leaving theOperation Iraqi Freedom theater of operations. The only challenge at Freedom Rest is deciding what to do.

The Morale Welfare and Recreation staff schedules various

events, including: basketball, flag football, poker, dodge ball,karaoke, tug of war and a big splash competition. The staff photographs and video tapes Soldiers enjoying themselvesand then provides them with a compact disc to remember theexperience.

A complimentary Internet café provides 24-hour service as well as wireless service. Soldiers can speak with friends andfamily at no cost. There is a room for Soldiers to record video

t DVD

The villas Soldiers occupy today housed Iraqi officersprior to 2003. After the U.S. invasion of Iraq, the 1st

Armored Division opened the facility to Multi-NationalDivision – Baghdad Soldiers in October 2003.

Since then, Freedom Rest has hosted more than 35,000Soldiers, said Sgt. 1st Class Stephen Sanders, the facility’snoncommissioned officer-in-charge,

“We really try to take care of the Soldier and we havenothing but good times scheduled for the Soldier,” saidSanders.

“When it comes time for them to leave, they don’t wantto, and all they say is that ‘I hope to get another chance tocome back to Freedom Rest.’”

More than just a resort for Soldiers to enjoy themselves,Freedom Rest is a tool for commanders to use.

“I want leadership to know about Freedom Rest and beable to send their Soldiers here. Even though they say they’re not able to lose a Soldier for four days, this is aprime opportunity for Soldiers to be totally refreshed,”Sanders said.

“It’s the only R and R facility within the Iraqi theater, soit allows the leadership to send their Soldiers for four daysinstead of losing them for nine if they go to Qatar.”

Currently, only 45 percent of Freedom Rest’s capacity isbeing utilized, meaning reservations are available despitethe on-going surge of troops into Baghdad, Sanders said.

Freedom Rest also hosts conferences and meetings. TheFalaniko Inn is a six-bedroom and 16-bed house for unitsto come together in a living room atmosphere for teambuilding or professional development, Sanders said.

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A Soldier leaps from the 30-foot high-diveing a Big Splash competition at Freedom

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Prepare for hurricanes, plan for the wo

Tips to help keep your housing area cle

Pat YoungFrontline Staff

Watching the Weather Channel, a personcan understand the massive threat aHurricane brings with strong winds, tornados,and flooding; but speaking from personalexperience, the aftermath needs to be a majorfactor in your Family’s disaster preventionplanning.

During Hurricane Katrina, I was entrusted with the safekeeping of more than 300 peopleat a hurricane shelter in Gulfport, Miss.

The city had a good evacuation plan, andprovided several shelters for those people whoabsolutely could not get out of harms way.

The shelters were stocked with a quantity of

water, ready-to-eat-meals, AC/DC capableradios, batteries, emergency medical supplies,and staffed with two Red Cross trained volun-teers.

When people began to show up, it quickly

became apparent that most hadn't plannedfor the storm. Many showedup without food, water andblankets. They didn't bring their medicines, importantpaperwork, or cash they might need after the storm.Most assumed they would wait out the storm and gohome afterwards.

Two hours before thestorm, people began torealize the danger andflooded into the shelter.

On August 28, 2005 a tidal surge nearly 25feet above water level, struck Gulfport,destroying nearly everything along the first

two blocks of Gulfport’s five-mile coast.The shelter didn't provide cots, and people

lined the cold hallways and listened to thehowl of the wind as it systematically torepieces of the roof off, blew out glass windows,

and made ballistic missiles from tree branchesand street signs.

As a result of the storm, nearly half the 80,000 population was left tem-porarily homeless. Large scale relief was weeks away. Many of the peopledidn’t have homes to go home to, orcouldn’t get access to their homes if they tried due to flooding or debris.

Power was knocked out across thecity. At the shelter, battery power ranout within a day or two. People did-n't have enough gas in their cars to

leave town. All the shelters stayed operational for about

three weeks, until help could arrive. Our shel-ter, housed numbers ranging from 200 to 300

on a regular basis. Drinking water, food, sani-tation and security became the most impor-tant factors at the shelter.

A resident found a working water faucetnear the shelter. Hoses were ran to help pro-

vide water to the shelter’s was boiled for drinking,flush toilets, and for make-

Power was a major isschecked in and brought other residents donated gaator going so it could charkeep the refrigerator opera

Overall, the storm was hthe aftermath was the bigrecommendation is leave ican't, gather as much infoparedness as possible.

To learn more about hucane preparedness see th weather insert in this issuStewart and Hunter Army

severe weather briefs 5:30-24 at Moon Theater on StewMay 31 at Hunter.

It’s better to plan for tcaught ill prepared.

Mellanie CrowtherFort Stewart Housing Mayors

Spring has once again come to Fort Stewart, and it's timefor our Army Family to think about spring cleaning. As the weather gets warmer, we all want to get outdoors and enjoy the sunshine. Here are a few suggestions and reminders from your mayors that we hope will lead us all into a fantastic sum-mer.

Yards: The commissary will be having a plant sale this

walk your dog on post, please be sure to carry a plastic bag with you so that you can police after your pet. No one wantsto smell anything, or worse, step in it. You'll need to be morediligent about policing your yards, too, for the same reasons.

Please do not park your vehicles on the grass. Everyone hasa driveway, and there is plenty of parking available for visitorsand guests. Boats and campers are not to be kept in housing areas. Please contact Outdoor Recreation if you need to storesuch items.

Trash: Trash receptacles can be an environmental hazard

when driving through housing areas. Rphone use is not allowed when you are vehicle. Children under seven- years-old at all times. Make sure that your children safety equipment when using bikes, scoand/or roller blades. Wearing of helmetusing any of this equipment. Backyard higher than twenty inches and may not btwelve inches deep. Pools must be empti

Common areas: Tidewater does a goo

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5 terrorists killed, 121 suspects detai

Special to the Frontline

17 suspected terrorists detainedBAGHDAD, Iraq – Coalition Forces captured 17 suspected

terrorists during a series of overnight raids targeting al-Qaedain Iraq, Saturday.

Coalition Forces detained six suspected terrorists northwestof Karmah. Intelligence reports indicate they are connected toa group responsible for murders kidnappings the manufac-

Coalition Forces detained two individuals with suspectedties to al-Qaeda in Iraq and the bombing of the Sarafiyahbridge in Baghdad.

In Mosul, four suspected terrorists are in Coalition Forcescustody for allegedly distributing arms for al-Qaeda in Iraq andoperating a network using vehicle-borne IEDs.

Coalition Forces also detained three individuals in anovernight raid east of Balad.

“We’re achieving a deliberate, systematic disruption in the alQaeda in Iraq network,” said Lt. Col. Christopher Garver, MNF-I spokesperson. “These operations will slow al-Qaeda’s ability to target and harm the people of Iraq.”

5 terrorists killed, 20 suspectedCoalition Forces killed five terrorists and detained 20 sus-

pected terrorists Tuesday during overnight raids targeting senior leaders within the al-Qaeda in Iraq network.

Intelligence reports led Coalition Forces to targets associat-ed with senior al-Qaeda leaders west of Taji, Tuesday morning.During an operation there, terrorists engaged ground forces

with small arms fire. Coalition Forces used appropriate self-defense measures and engaged the armed men, killing five. Six suspected terrorists were detained.

Coalition Forces found weapons and grenades, which they destroyed on site.

North of Samarra, Coalition Forces detained seven individu-als with alleged ties to senior leaders in Al-Qaeda in Iraq.

Five suspected terrorists were detained in a separate

Christopher Garver, MNF-I spokesperson.

72 suspected terrorists detainedCoalition Forces captured 72 suspected

covered bomb-making materials, Sunday dtion of overnight raids targeting the al-Qaed

In a massive synchronized effort, Coalitioed on targets in Anbar and Salah ad Din prthe al-Qaeda network. Operations in Samered 36 individuals with alleged ties to al-Qa

Near Karmah, intelligence reports led Cofive-gallon drums of nitric acid and other borials.

“Coalition operations like these continueal-Qaeda in Iraq network, and we will contias long as they continue to injure and kill thof Iraq,” said Lt. Col. Christopher Garver, MN

12 more suspected terrorists detaCoalition Forces detained 12 sus

Wednesday during overnight raids targetinleaders and an improvised explosive dBaghdad.

In Anbar province, Coalition Forces folleads to several buildings believed to be senior al-Qaeda in Iraq members. Whencleared and searched the buildings, they deals suspected of working with al-Qaeda

Courtesy Photo

Coalition Forces news

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Work as a youth volunteerThe American Red Cross Summer Youth Program begins

June 11 and concludes July 20. Applications are available atthe American Red Cross Office, building 253, Suite 2074.Students must complete youth volunteer application packets

and attend orientation by May 31. Work permits must beobtained for all youth under the age of 18. For more informa-tion call ARC office at 767-2197.

Healthier Feds initiative targets employeesHealthier Feds provides information and education to

Federal employees and retirees about healthy living, greaterindividual responsibility for personal health, and best-treat-ment strategies. For more information visit www.health-ierfeds.opm.gov.

Glennville Parade, Festival, Onion Run slatedGlennville will host its annual Glennville Parade, Festival

and Onion Run, May 12. The run activities, which is head-quartered at the First Citizens Bank, features 12 age categoriesand has a one-mile run and walk starting at 8 a.m., and at 8:30a.m., a 5K race. You can register 7-7:45 a.m. the day of the race.For more information call Tabitha Smith at 654-1467.

Installation offers Vacation Bible SchoolFort Stewart and Hunter Army Airfield will sponsor

Vacation Bible School. The Stewart camp will be 9 a.m. tonoon, June 4 – 8 and will provide lunch for attendees. The

Hunter event is 9 a.m. to noon, June 11 – 15 at the Hunter

Chapel Annex. Both events are available to military depen-dents, K-6th grade. The Chapel office is requesting the assis-tance of teachers and assistants. For more information, con-tact Mike Iliff at 767-9789.

Federal Employee health benefits offeredStewart and Hunter will host a FEHB Joint Service Day 1:30

to 3:30 p.m., May 23 at Building 253 room 2013A in the CivilianPersonnel Advisory Center conference room.

Bicycle recycling drive offeredThe Directorate of Public Works will host a bicycle recycling

drive now through May 23. If you would like to donate a bikethat has suffered from neglect, gently used, or no longerdesired – now is the time to make a difference and keep bikesout of the landfills. The collection times are 8 a.m. to 4 p.m.,Monday-Friday at the Fort Stewart recycling center, Bldg. 957

on McFarland Avenue, and the Hunter recycling center, Bldg.726 on Westley Ave. For more information call 767-8880.

Red Cross Military Spring FlingThe Red Cross is offering 1500 free tickets for the May 12

event at Gregory Park and Pavilion. To get your ticket, contact your RFG leader or your military unit. Tickets are also avail-able at the ACS offices at Stewart and Hunter.

StewartRegister to “Walk to Iraq and Back”

Show support to deployed Soldiers by joining Fort Stewart

and Hunter Army Airfield in a 13,000 mileBack.’ The event kicks off at 8:30 a.m., SaNewman Fitness Center. Registration format the Family Readiness Center. For more in Amy Lambert at 320-5400 or Lt. Col. Ellen B

HunterHunter offers free racquetball clin

Brenda Kyzer, professional racquetball hostess for a free racquetball clinic and to18 and up at Hunter Fitness Center at 10 deadline to sign up is 5 p.m., May 11. For

call 315-2019.

Military Spouse Appreciation Day

ACS will sponsor the May 11 event

Bldg. 1286. Contact Brenda Hill ainformation.

I Walked to Iraq and BackHunter spouses and friends will kick off

campaign May 19, 8:30 a.m. at ACS. Call

information.

Mother’s Day Brunch

Hunter Club will serve brunch at 10:30 a

p.m. Cost is $12.95 for adults; ages 5 -10 eat

under eat free.

Stewart

the Southern Oaks Community Center.

Jump rope with GMHDouble dutch or single ropes, we’ll be

jumping for joy from 3:30-4:40 p.m., May 16, at the Southern Oaks Community

at Bryan Village South, May 10 at Southern

Oaks, May 17 at Coastal Ridge.

Hunter

Free rent at Wilson Acres

cate for a well deserved mcure. The last day to tu10. The winner will be aThe essays can be turneCommunity Center.

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Fort Stewart /Hunter Army Airfield Briefs

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Capt. Shawn PinkstonLegal Assistance

Every year, many of us dread the approach of April 15, the filing deadline for federal incometaxes. Did you submit your 1040 and any relat-ed forms before deploying? If not, here’s the

bottom line on how your deployment affectsthat deadline. All Soldiers, while deployed in a combat

zone, get an indefinite extension on the filing of their taxes. When you redeploy, you will have atleast 180 days to file. You may be asking your-

self,“Do I hav e to not ify the IRS in order to get a n

extension?”

The easy answer is no, but it’s safer to notify them and avoid any hassle when you returnhome.

“How does the IRS know I’m deployed?”

Here’s how it works: the Department of Defensenotifies the IRS of taxpayers who are serving ina combat zone. Once you have been identifiedas deployed, the IRS automatically suspendstheir normal actions, such as late fees, interest,audits, or enforced collections.

If you want to make sure the IRS is notified, you can do so through a special e-mail address:[email protected]. You should provide yourname, stateside address, date of birth, and dateof deployment. Do not include your socialsecurity number. If for some reason you can-not notify them, your spouse or your autho-

rized agent as designated in a power of attorney can do so on your behalf.

For any questions, come to Legal Assistance,2nd Floor, Suite 201, Building 621, Fort Stewartor the Legal Center at Hunter Army Airfield.

Taxes and Deployment

Students who are 16 years of age at the time of appointmentand are enrolled, or have beenaccepted for enrollment as

02Salary: $11.58 - $13.52 per hour•Position: File clerk, GS-0305-

02

use of common hand and powertools.

File clerk will perform routineduties related to the establish-

AAFES, Goodwill oemployment opporGoodwill job offer

Goodwill is offering a position which provides services to thepublic at attended donation cen-ters. The selectee will take indonations from the public in acourteous and polite manner.

customer servcation skills, write, and lift

Apply for Liberty Shop West Hen Veterans and

CPAC recruits youth for summer hire

Anyone havior who is indebPvt. Dominic J. Detachment, 3r Army Airfield, Capt. Craig BloHunter Army A

phone: 334-477

Anyone havior who is indebSpc. Judon K. KDetachment, 3r Army Airfield, GCapt. Craig BlHunter Army Aphone: 334-477

Anyone havi

or who is indepSpc. Eddie Dan3rd BSB, Fort Scontact 2nd Ltat 1st BCT, 3rd GA 31314, pho

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Being informed assists in the readiness of everSgt. 1st Class Tami Reiman4th BCT Public Affairs Office

“Man has two supreme loyalties – tocountry and to Family… So long as theirFamilies are safe, they will defend their

country, believing that by their sacrificethey are safeguarding their Families also.But even the bonds of patriotism, disciplineand comradeship are loosened when theFamily itself is threatened,” according toCPT Sir Basil Liddell Hart, King’s OwnYorkshire Light Infantry, Thoughts on War,1944.

The 4th Brigade Combat Team’s ability totrain, maintain and sustain itself is key to itssuccess during military operations, such asOperation Iraqi Freedom and training at the

National Training Center, but just as crucialto its success is a well established Family readiness group, which includes reardetachment personnel.

“As a rear detachment we still have mis-sions to accomplish while units are

deployed forward, with the primary missionof taking care of the Soldiers and theirFamilies,” said Maj. Nestor L. Colls, 4thBrigade Combat Team rear detachmentcommander. “Also, we provide assistance tothe units deployed forward by enhancing

their abilities to accomplish their missionby: maintaining regular contact with theunit commander at the mission location;ensuring Families have opportunities tomaintain contact with deployed Soldiers;tracking emergency leaves; and maintain-ing a chain of command for those non-deployed Soldiers.”

The rear detachment commander’s solemission is to represent the brigade com-mander and take care of the brigadeSoldiers’ Families.

The rear detachment leadership managesthe command and control, administrative,logistical, operational, and training respon-sibilities of the unit. The leadership alsosupports the deployed unit by handling thein-and-out processing of Soldiers for

deployment. In short, the rear detachmentpersonnel keep the unit functional.

However, one of the most important reardetachment duties is serving as an essentialcommunications link between the deployedunit and its Family members. And one way

of accomplishing this is by having a Family readiness group.

The FRG is value added to both theSoldiers and their Families because of theunique support it provides.

“The FRG foundation is the Soldier andFamily members and builds from there,”Colls said. “It provides a consistent andestablished means for them to obtain time-ly information concerning the welfare of theSoldier and the Family during the deploy-ment.”

The link between the FRG leadership andthe rear detachment leadership is the FRGliaison, which is a full time position.

“One great thing is that we have civiliansspecifically placed in positions at thebrigade and the battalions who I consider to

be the experts on FRG,” sa4th BCT FRG liaison.

The FRG is important dit can give to the SoldierLeon. It provides a conlished means for them

information concerning Soldier and the Family dment.

A strong FRG can defiporting force needed to hbers through long deployalso be part of the suphelps make a unit’s, Solmember’s mission a succ

The FRG helps bring together who have somethloved one away defendin

Keeping in touch wensuring they are referragencies for assistance is

This program, althouFamilies, it really beneftoo, said Leon.

“You see, a single SoldiMom or Dad instead of huthey are still the Family,” this program, when propgreatly reduces the stressand allows the Soldier to sion and the Family to foc

It supports peace of minthat resources are availabthings in life.”

The deployed commaaccomplish the mission Soldiers safe and then brto their Families and comdetachment commande




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Georgia HOPE Grant offeredThe HOPE Grant is money given by the state of Georgia to stu-

dents with financial needs to attend vocational/trade schools. The

grant covers certificate and diploma programs. Any Soldier orFamily member of a Soldier who is stationed in Georgia may be eli-

gible. If you are interested in attending a Georgia vocational or

trade school, inquire with your school's financial advisor or visit the

Army Education Center to speak with a counselor.

MGIB transferability to spousesThe Secretary of the Army has approved the transfer of up to 18

months of MGIB benefits to spouses as a pilot program. This pro-

gram became effective July 21, 2006. The program is bound by lawto the retention of critical skills.

Eligible Soldiers must have enrolled in MGIB on DD Form 2366

upon entry to active duty. If you cannot locate your Department of

Defense Form 2366, check your official Military Personnel File or

go online to Army Knowledge Online for details.

Your Education Counselor can assist you with information about

your MGIB benefits. Please contact your unit retention career coun-

selor for details.

Free SAT and ACT test prep softwareThe Victory Sports Group of NFL football players is sponsoring

test prep software for military Families. There will be a small ship-

ping charge for delivery. The sponsorship code is 2ad9c5ccfd forhttp:sat.eknowledge.com/purchase_coupon.asp.

Get $4500 in tuition assistanceAll active duty members have $4500 per fiscal year for educa-

tion. This entitlement is separate from the Montgomery GI Bill ben-

efits available from the Veteran’s Administration. Details are avail-

able at 1:30 p m Monday Friday during a one hour brief at the

Savannah Technical College offers childcareChildcare is available at the Airport Road Hinesville campus.

Contact Natasha Brown at 408-3024 ext 6026 for more details.

Free college tutoring availableSavannah Technical College is offering tutoring in math, English,

computers, reading, etc. The service is available at the Hinesville

Liberty Campus. Math and tutoring in the other subjects is offered

Monday-Friday and is available some evenings. Service at the Sgt.

1st Class Paul R. Smith Education Center includes math tutoring

and is offered at 3:10-5:30 p.m., Monday and Wednesday of each

week. You don’t have to be enrolled in Savannah Tech to partici-

pate. Call 408-3024 for more information.

GED prep and enrichment courses offeredGED preparation courses, offered in partnership with the Liberty

County Adult Education Program are held at the Army Education

Center on Fort Stewart. These courses will prepare you to take the

GED or refresh your skills in basic education subjects. Courses are

free of charge on a space available basis. Fort Stewart Education

Center hours are: Monday – Thursday 8 a..m.-noon and 1 p.m. – 4

p.m., Tuesday and Wednesday evenings 6 p.m. – 9 p.m. in rooms

225 - 228. Please call 368-7322 or 368-7329 for more information.

GED registration availableGED registration is 1 p.m. to 5 p.m. May 7-8 and May 21-22.

For more information call 368-7322 or 767-7329.

Check out Green to Gold opportunitiesA Green to Gold representative is available at Fort Stewart

Education Center at 2 p.m., Today and May 17 and 2 p.m. May 10

and 24 at Hunter. For more information, call 315-6130.

College will visit 1-3 p.m., May 8.

Fort Stewart college graduation 2007 graduates are being invited to join wit

for the May 15, 2008 ceremony at Stewart. W

they contact their individual colleges for an a

they want to walk this year.

Central Texas College offers schThe Central Texas College Foundation offic

scholarships available to students. These sch

for students at the Central Campus, but many

are available for students attending one of CenWorld Wide Campus. Filling out a single a

students the opportunity to be considered for

scholarships. The application process is simp

www.ctcd.scholarships.nelnet.net , and set up

Hunter Education Center open Counseling support is available 8 a.m. to 4

week in room 13 at the Hunter Army Airfie

An Army Education Counselor is available 7:

on Wednesdays. The Learning Center hours a

p.m., Monday – Friday and 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. S

Take advantage of a variety of study resourc

bility. For more information call 315-6130.

Testing Hours: The testing office, room 2

week. The open testing hours are 9 a.m. to n

Tuesdays. Controlled testing (CLEP/DSST)

p.m. each Wednesday. You must call 315-3

for an appointment, or email chena.wilson@u

Colleges: The next college term for Webste

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Sgt. Kevin McSwain3rd HBCT Public Affairs

FOB HAMMER, Iraq—BeforeSoldiers of the 3rd Heavy Brigade

Combat Team, 3rd Infantry Divisioncan conduct a combat mission, they must ensure they have the equip-ment needed to accomplish it.

If they do not have it, the missionessential equipment can be suppliedby the Soldiers of A Company, 203rdBrigade Support Battalion, 3rdHBCT, 3rd Inf. Div.

“We support the units here by pro-viding them with the equipmentneeded to accomplish their mis-

sion,” said Staff Sgt. Johanna Castro,203rd BSB noncommissioned officerin charge of warehouse operations.

Castro, from said any Soldierauthorized by their commandercould come to their office andrequest supplies.

“We are the bulk warehouse foreveryone here who is a part of thebrigade,” she said.

The logistical team is able torespond to the needs of each unitbecause of the large amount of equipment they have on hand.

“We carry more than 4,500 lines of supply ranging from repair parts toconstruction material,” said Chief Warrant Officer Pandora Searls,203rd BSB supply systems techni-cian.

lenges,” said Searls“We have had to

tions in an area thcupied.”

Once the supp

activity area was supply team beganorganize their supp

“For more thanhave been organibetter support thsion,” Castro said.

“Once the produis logged into our mated tracking.”

Searls attributedthe hard work of th

unit that set up ologistical area befothe main part of th

“The expertise ofand close communprepared us to supour Soldiers as sooin the area of opera

As the supply tecontinues to suppo3rd HBCT, they feeand accomplishmmission.

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Patricia Franco (Left) and her dtake a look at the home of Lt. Col. M

3rd Battalion, 3rd Aviation RegimeThe Francos, whose home was a were visiting during the Tour of Hoby the Hunter Spouses’ Club.

The tour took visitors to ten hcommunity centers on Hunter Arm

“It’s a great way for people in thmunity, the civilian world, to comsee how we live,” said Alison McKconsultant. “It’s a nice event for thedesign and decorating. Everyonhouse to be a home, especially wh

lot.”The Hunter Spouses’ Club rais

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Many of you are familiar with the D.A.R.E.program that is taught in our area schools.One of the program requirements is that eachstudent writes an essay in order to graduate.Essays are judged by teachers, D.A.R.E. offi-cers and Fort Stewart Police Department per-

sonnel. One overall winner is selected fromeach school and they are awarded a prize.Prizes this year include a $50 AAFES gift cer-tificate, gift bags from MWR and a stuffedDaren the D.A.R.E. Lion. Runners-up fromeach class will also receive a prize. The overall winners are Savannah Williams from theFort Stewart Elementary School, Devin Plessfrom Brittin Elementary School and KainoaNomura from Diamond Elementary School.The following is an essay written by Devin

lungs and chest area. There is a hamount of tar in marijuana than in rettes. Marijuana has 50-70% more otain cancer causing chemicals than in tco. Smoking marijuana gives you breaproblems. You can have a short-term

ory loss with marijuana. Marijuana caddictive and it slows your thoughts docan avoid marijuana by staying away frand peers that might try to pressure musing it.

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The 3rd Infantry Division, FortStewart and Hunter Army Airfieldhosted a Days of Remembrance

Program, April 25 at Moon Theaterto mark the occasion and honor themore than six million fallen Jewishvictims of Nazi brutality.

"The Holocaust was a state spon-sored systematic persecution andanimalization of the EuropeanJewish people by Nazi Germany and its allies between 1933 and1945," said Earl Hoover, humanresources technician and commen-tator at this years event.

Hoover said although the Jewishpeople were the primary victims of the Holocaust, the atrocities target-ed other ethnic, religious or politi-cal groups such as gypsies, Polish,Jehovah Witnesses and Soviet pris-

oners of war.Hoover noted that among thevictims were one million Jewishchildren.

Sgt. 1st Class Harold Crowther,installation Jewish liaison, read apoem called 'Riddle' written by William Haley, which illustrated thedark oppression of the camps. Thepoem asked the question, "Whokilled the Jews?” listing the plan-ners, executioners or people who

stood by and ignored the problem.The ceremony, entitled "Children

in Crisis: Voices from theHolocaust" featured guest speakerMelinda Mandelbaum Stein, a childof Holocaust survivors.

Stein spoke about her early years with her parents, and began by ask-ing the audience when considering the current world affairs, if there was such a thing as true evil.

"It seems that today, when anindividual, or group or nation com-mits something unspeakable, therealways seems to be reasons," Steinsaid. She asked to consider theinstances where the excuses of growing up with a bad childhood or

poor finances were used. She alsoasked attendees to consider thetragedies of the children of theHolocaust.

Stein related stories from hermother, who was a slave laborer in

an ammunitions factory in Polandand her father who was a fighteragainst Nazis. She spoke of the con-ditions of the camps and what thechildren were subjected to. Shespoke of the prisoner’s oppressionand hope for redemption. She toldhow some of the children tried tofind ways to express themselvesusing available resources, like ashesand blood, to write and draw. Sheshared memories of her own child-

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Law, who when not performing his duties at Hunter Army Airfield, serves as a volunteer firefighter with the Pooler FireDepartment.

“I came down here last week with the Pooler FireDepartment and knew my detachment could help in theeffort,” Law said.

The unity of effort made noticeable improvements in the

situation.“Already the Army has made a difference,” said Jerome

Harvey, spokesperson, Georgia Forestry Commission.“Immediately after they arrived, we deployed them to U.S.Highway 1 to maintain a defensive position to ensure the firedid not jump the highway.”

Law’s men accomplished the mission by quickly extin-guishing each spot fire that popped up on the other side of the highway.

“(The Soldiers from the Army) are invaluable,” Harvey

said. “They are very disciplined and are able to adapt tochanging situations. They quickly learned what the condi-tions are and in no time at all were working alongsideForestry Commission personnel and local firefighters as partof a team.”

On Friday, the Soldiers of the 514th were used in a supportcapacity. The mobility and versatility of the unit’s tactical

firefighting truck, a heavy expanded mobility tactical truck,commonly called a HEMTT, equipped with advanced fire-fighting capabilities including a 1,000-gallon water tank anda duel-agent foam system.

The truck is able to deploy to a wide variety of terrains andcombat five types of fires/hazards: wildland, structural,petroleum, oils and lubricants and hazardous materials, tac-tical vehicle and aircraft crashes. The unit, assigned to the260th Quartermaster Battalion, used the TFFT to dispense water and foam to smaller firefighting vehicles deployed toextinguish small spot fires.

Spc. Rocky Rhodes, a fireman in the 514th, served in the

San Bernadino, Calif. Fire Department before joining the Army.“I love this job,” Rhodes said. “Our guys really draw from

each other in times like this. Because when we are at homestation augmenting the Hunter Fire Department, we focuson structural airfield response firefighting. This is an excel-lent training opportunity for us to hone our wildland fire-fighting skills.”

“It’s also great that we are able to help out in the homelandby protecting citizens and national resources like theOkefenokee Swamp Park,” Rhodes added.

As of Monday, the fires, which began April 16, were 70 per-cent contained, according to the Georgia Forestry Commission. However, unrelated fires are now being foughtin Wayne, Charlton and Atkinson counties. Changing windsand the drought-parched forest and swampland continue tofeed the expansion of the vast fires, already the largest inGeorgia history.

Steve Hart

Soldiers from the 514th Engineer Firefighting Detachment help battle the blaze to stop fire from spreading.

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