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Kristine May Hills sings I Wanna Dance With Somebody during the 2011 Operation Rising Star finals at the Fort Sam Houston Theatre, San Antonio, Texas. U.S. Army photo by Tim Hipps OpRisingStar.com. Much like American Idol, home audience participation helped decide the winner. After each airing, viewers could vote for their favorite rising star. I have been fortunate enough to judge this competition, and every year it gets better and better, said 12th Sgt. Major of the Army (Ret.) Jack Tilley. With the deployment and stress on the military, I think its important to get family members involved in the contest and showcase their talents. Im always amazed at the quality of the performances we see. The panel was made up of Tilley, who was judging the event for the seventh time, country musics Mi-
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USAG-RED CLOUD Commander: Col. Hank Dodge Public Affairs Officer: Kevin Jackson Writer/Editor: Franklin Fisher Staff Writers: Spc. Mardicio Barrot, Pfc. Lee, Jae-gwang USAG-YONGSAN Commander: Col. William P. Huber Public Affairs Officer: Mark Abueg Command Information Officer: Jane Lee Layout Editor: Sgt. Hong Moo-sun Staff Writers: Staff Sgt. Cody Harding, Pfc. Choi Sung-il, Pfc. Han Samuel , USAG-HUMPHREYS Commander: Col. Joseph P. Moore Public Affairs Officer: Ed Johnson Command Information Officer: Steven Hoover Writer/Editor: Wayne Marlow Staff Writer: Pfc. Han Jae-ho USAG-DAEGU Commander: Col. Kathleen A. Gavle Public Affairs Officer: Philip Molter Command Information Officer: Mary Grimes Staff Writers: Pvt. Bang Bong-joo, Sgt. Kim Min-jae Interns: Park Min-jin, Lee Sae-mi,, Lee Seung-bin, Raven Calloway
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meats and natural foods. Try to get at least eight hours of sleep per night and exercise for at least 30 minutes a day. Learn to identify your moods: The holiday blues are a common response to a stressful season. However, if feelings of hopelessness and anxiety persist for longer than two weeks and interfere with your normal, daily routine, seek professional help. Set a holiday budget: Overspending during the season can lead to stress and anxiety. Spend wisely and remember it is the thought that counts. This is not the first time the two organizations have teamed up to promote physical and emotional wellbeing. In May 2008, for Mental Health Month, DeCA distributed Military Pathways grocery bags and refrigerator magnets to more than 200 commissaries worldwide. This awareness campaign reminded thousands in the military community that a healthy diet helps you stay emotionally fit. In addition, it resulted in more than 2,500 people visiting the Military Pathways screening website (www.MilitaryMentalHealth.org) and checking up on their emotional wellbeing. For more information regarding Military Pathways, please call 781-5915228 or email Kfitzgerald@mentalhealthscreening.org. x
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The following entries were excerpted from the police blotters the previous week. These entries may be incomplete and do not imply guilt or innocence. Area I Larceny of Private Property. Subject(s), by unknown means, removed the victims laptop which was unsecured and unattended. There were no signs of forced entry. Cost of loss is unknown. This is a final report. Area II Underage drinking; curfew violation. Subjects one and two were identified through their active duty ID cards as being in violation of the USFK curfew at an off-post establishment. Investigation revealed subject one was under the legal age to consume alcohol. Both parties were searched, apprehended and transported to the Provost Marshal Office. Subject one was transported to Brian Allgood Army Community Hospital, where he was administered a blood alcohol test, with results pending. He was advised of his legal rights, which he waived and verbally admitted to the offense. Subject two was advised of his legal rights, which he invoked. They were processed and released to their units. This is a final report. Area III Larceny of private property. Subject(s) removed the victims bicycle, which was left unsecured and unattended. Unknown person(s) then fled the scene. The victim rendered a written sworn statement attesting to the incident. Cost of loss is unknown. This is a final report. Area IV Traffic accident without injuries; damage to government property; damage to private property; opening door to the flow of traffic. The subject, while operating a government vehicle, stopped on a roadway on Camp Carroll and opened the left front door of the vehicle. The victim, operating a privately owned vehicle, struck the subjects vehicle. Damage to the subjects vehicle consisted of dents, scratches, and a detached left front door. Damage to the victims vehicle consisted of scratches to the right front bumper. Both parties reported using their seatbelts. Cost of damage is unknown. Area V Curfew violation. Subjects one and two were observed violating the USFK curfew policy at the Main Gate of Osan Air Base. Their unit was contacted and responded to accept custody of the subjects. This is a final report.
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At Camp Casey in late July, crews work to clean up just after severe floods did an estimated $18 million in damage at Camps Casey, Mobile and Hovey. Much of the recovery effort is finished but some projects will be under way until next summer. U.S. Army photo by Col. Hank Dodge.
critical because psychologically the community needs to go back to normalcy, he said. And the community was able to use it for at least a month before the summer was over. Since then, all recovery projects that the garrison was able to carry out with its own personnel and equipment have been completed, Heo said. But 19 other projects, all larger-scale and beyond the garrisons capabilities, have been hired out to contractors. All are expected to be finished by next summer, he said. Some involve the relocation of facilities out of Camp Mobile. Still other cleanup projects have not begun because funding has thus far not become available. x
Lt. Col. Richard Fromm, U.S. Army Garrison Casey commander, was joined for the ribbon cutting by Brig. Gen. Charles L. Taylor, assistant division commander (maneuver), 2nd Infantry Division, and directors of the new facilities, who all lent a hand to officially open them to families. We have been working on these projects almost two years, Fromm said about the DFMWR facilities in his remarks. You have sacrificed so much. This...brings our families here the quality that they deserve in this new community on the peninsula. Leaders from Camp Casey went on a tour of the new facilities with Soldiers and their families. While visiting the Child Development Center, Spec. Kirstyn Warren from Company A, 1st Brigade Special Troops Battalion here, told Taylor and Fromm the she and her husband had been paying up to $1,800 a month for child care offpost. I am so thankful to be able to use the CDC, she said. We were not expecting one here, which made things much more difficult. As dual working parents they get priority at the CDC and their childcare expense based on their combined
Lt. Col. Richard Fromm, then-U.S. Army Garrison Casey commander, speaks before cutting the ribbon April 8 to officially open the Directorate of Family and Morale, Welfare and Recreations Army Community Service, Child Development Center, School Age Services/Youth Center and Auto Skills Center at Camp Casey. U.S. Army photo by Cpl. Jin Choi
incomes has been reduced to $360 a month. Dual working parents like the Warrens and single parents are priority one for care. DFMWR also opened its new Auto Skills Center as part of the festivities. Patrons of the facility can work on their automobiles and can also have the required safety inspection completed there. It is the only inspection station in Warrior Country. One week earlier, USAG Red Cloud also opened new Child, Youth and School Services and Community Activity Center/Youth Center facilities at Camp Red Cloud. x
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Artists rendering of Maude Hall after a renovation scheduled to start soon and be finished by the spring. The building serves as the processing point for Soldiers and families moving in and out of Area I assignments. Housing, Pass/ID and ration control are among the many key services located there. Graphic courtesy of USAG Red Cloud Directorate of Public Works
Ration Control, Housing, Legal, and Tax Assistance. Its one-stop organization, said Finley. Soldiers, families and civilians in-process, out-process, he said. It provides them the opportunity to do everything at one location. Work will go forward in two stages, with the second floor being overhauled first, officials said. Offices on the second floor will be relocated by early December to other buildings, said Jose Garcia, master planner at the USAG Red Cloud Department of Public Works. For some, the move out of Maude Hall will be permanent, while others will return to the building after about three months, he said. Then, probably in late March, said Garcia, offices on the first floor will move out, some permanently. Others will return after about three months. Maude Hall was built in 2001. This is its first renovation. It was named for Lt. Gen. Timothy J. Maude who was killed in the 9/11 terrorist attacks. x
Mark Hagelin, information and referral program coordinator at the Camp Casey Army Community Service Center, assists a displaced family member during the family assistance center exercise May 3. U.S. Army photo by Kevin Jackson
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Students at the Camp Casey Elementary School when it opened for its first school year Aug. 30, 2010. Since then, the school has opened a new wing. U.S. Army photo by Kevin Jackson
Editors Note: This article is part of a look back at Area Is top stories in 2011. It was first published Oct. 14.
Dallas Cowboys Cheerleaders take the stage during Warrior Country visit
The Dallas Cowboys Cheerleaders Show visited various Area I installations Dec. 19 on the last stop of a Korea-wide holiday season tour. Their one-hour performance at Camp Caseys Carey Fitness Center (above), drew an audience of more than 300 Soldiers and family members. There were also shorter stops for signing autographs and posing for photos with servicemembers at the Camp Stanley Community Activity Center, Camp Hoveys Triangle club, at Camp Bonifas, and at Camp Red Clouds Mitchells Club and Kilbourne Dining Facility. U.S. Army photo by Spc. Mardicio Barrot
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The Dallas Cowboys Cheerleaders end their stage show with a Stars and Stripes tribute to the Soldiers and Family members of Yongsan Garrison during their 31st USO tour for the troops at Collier Community Fitness Center Dec. 18. The cheerleaders, also called Americas Sweethearts, take a trip each year to thank the members of the U.S. Armed Forces for their service to the country. - U.S. Army photo by Staff Sgt. Cody Harding
show, Yim said. At the end of the day, Americas Sweethearts ended their visit with a large show, complete with songs, dances and even presents for lucky Cowboys fans in the audience. After their performance, Col. William Huber, the Yongsan Garrison commander, presented each cheerleader with his coin as a show of appreciation. Working on the event left John OConnor, a recreation specialist with the Moyer Communities Activity Center, with a sense of accomplishment for being part of the team that put the show together for Yongsan. Mainly gratification that were able to put on something for the Community, OConnor said. Especially since it is tough being overseas and away from their natural Communities back home. x
U.S. Soldiers and Families joined Samsung Thunders fans to cheer for players during the game against the LG Sakers held at the Samsung homecourt in Jamsil Stadium, Dec. 15.- U.S. Army photo by Pfc. Han Samuel
they do, he said. This year, USO worked hand in hand with Samsung to support the U.S. Army community. They did this by inviting Community members from U.S. garrisons to come support the Samsung Thunders during a home court game against the LG Sakers, Dec. 15. U.S. Soldiers came all the way from the States to sacrifice and devote their time and energy to Military service here in South Korea, said a Samsung Thunders representative. We appreciate that, and as an expression of our appreciation, we wanted to invite them to watch a basketball game, which is a popular sport in the U.S. Although the Samsung Thunders lost, this didnt seem to take away from the fun or spirit that the crowd of cheering supporters had as they rooted for their team all throughout the game. I am enjoying the amazing spirit that these people have, Safranek expressed. Even with their team losing, Koreans seem to cheer their team on so well and joining them in supporting the Thunders its a great experience. As the evening progressed, U.S. Soldiers and Families blended right in, joining in the chants and cheers that the Samsung Thunders fans shouted as they watched the game. In terms of numbers, there was a large turnout See BASKETBALL, Page 12
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Aaron Yves Reyes-LaShier, an 8th grader at Seoul American Middle School is recognized with a garrison commander coin and certificate for bravely putting out a fire alone during a ceremony at SAMS Dec. 13. - U.S. Army photo by Cpl. Choi Sung-il
over it, said Yves Reyes-LaShier. Meanwhile his younger sister helped his brother ventilate the apartment. They opened up the door and windows and started running several fans to air out the smoke. In order to recognize the courageous decision and his quick thinking the 8th grader made for his Family and Community, USAG Yongsan presented him a certificate and a coin signed by Commander Col. William Huber. When I first did it, it seemed like it was no big deal just putting out a small fire. Now I recognize the big momentous effect that it had on everyone around me, Yves Reyes-LaShier said. Aarons mom, Jocelynn ReyesLaShier also described how proud she is of what her son has become. Its indescribable what my feelings are as a single parent being the mom and dad at the same time. Im very proud of what he has accomplished and he deserves a lot of credit. Im so happy and I wouldnt trade these kids for the world.x
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On Dec. 14, Soldiers from Headquarters and Headquarters Company, U.S Army Garrison Yongsan were able to visit and remember the South Korean Navy Ship Cheonan, which sank on March 26, 2010, after being hit by a torpedo speculated to have been fired by North Korean forces. Approximately 50 US and ROK soldiers visited the ship, boarding its 88-meterlong deck and seeing firsthand the remains of the wreck. Pfc. Shim Sung Ho, HHC USAG Yongsan mentioned, I always knew about the incident, but it never struck me how destructive modern day weapons were until I saw what remained of the ship. The visit was a meaningful way to honor and remember the comrades who had sacrificed their lives for the country. - U.S. Army photo by Pfc. Lim Kyeong-eun
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Thanks Uso. You made my little one so happy. The Dallas Cowboy Cheerleaders were great and we loved the workshop. Merry Christmas everyone Dec. 18. Courtesy photo by Diana Adcox
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Christmas Movie
By Cpl. Choi Sung-il sungil.choi.fm@mail.mil
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The Santa Claus, with Tim Allen! It was my favorite Christmas movie as a kid, and still is. I actually just watched it with my husband a couple of days ago.
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presents before the cake, made by the Dragon Hill Lodge and paid for by ACAP, was served. Outside of the open houses, ACAP serves the community by being a vital part of the transition into civilian life. Necessities like resume building lessons are offered in addition to courses on how to interview for jobs. The service is open to Soldiers and their Families. Richard Briggs, the Operational Manager for ACAP, said that open houses help spread the word See ACAP, Page 12
Im from Germany and my all time favorite Christmas movie is 3 Haselnuesse fuer Aschenbroedel (Three wishes for Cinderella).
Love Actually, my all time favorite! I love all of the classics but I will never celebrate this time of year w/o watching Love Actually!
Children from Seoul American Elementary School sing caroles and open their presents, which included snacks, pencils and stickers, during the ACAP Holiday Open House Dec. 15. The Holiday Open House was both a fun activity for the children and a means for ACAP to publicize its services to the Community. - U.S. Army photo by Staff Sgt. Cody Harding
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on the U.S. Army side including some 500 Soldiers and Family members from Camp Casey, Camp Red Cloud, Camp Stanley, Camp Humphreys, Osan Air Base, and U.S. Army Garrison Yongsan, who were transported to and from the Jamsil Stadium by USO via buses. In addition to Soldiers and Families, special guests for the evening included the U.S. Forces Korea Command Sgt. Maj. Anthony W. Mahoney, other high-ranking officials, and the Eighth Army Band. As a welcoming gesture, Mahoney was invited on court to present gifts as well as to shoot a free throw. The Eighth Army Band also performed the Korean National Anthem at the start of the game, and featured a special band performance during halftime. When asked to talk about the event, Mahoney thanked the USO for
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always doing a great job in supporting the Soldiers stationed overseas. He also pointed out that this sort of event not only supported U.S. Soldiers and Families, but also improved the alliance between the ROK and U.S. Further, he expressed that events like this should be done more often. This is an exciting event and I just want to encourage all of the U.S. Soldiers to go out and support local teams, he said. On a more personal note, Mahoney claimed that this was his first sporting event since he left the states, and that although he had a great time, he hoped that he wouldnt have to shoot free throws next time. Although dates have not yet been officially set, Samsung and USO stated that they hoped to continue inviting U.S. Soldiers and Families to more Samsung Thunders games in 2012. x
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of the program to the Community. He also pointed out that many of the difficulties that ACAP has is because of rushed schedules. He said that a year away from the Soldiers ETS date was a good time to begin the process. Most people wait way too long to start the ACAP Process, especially for people who are thinking about federal jobs, Briggs said. We need to get the message out that finding a federal job takes between 10 and 12 months. So
people really should come if they are thinking of transitioning out. Myung Kim, a counselor with ACAP, said that the visit helps get the word out about ACAP and what it can offer to the Community. A lot of Soldiers and Family members are not aware of our services, Kim said. That is why we have these open houses to celebrate the holiday, and obviously the kids are a part of the Community. x
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Liturgical Sunday Traditional Sunday Contemporary Sunday Sunday Sunday Nondenominational Sunday Gospel Sunday Mision Pentecostal Hispana Sunday United Pentecostal Sunday KATUSA Tuesday 9:30 a.m. 9:30 a.m. 9 a.m. 10:30 a.m. 11 a.m. 11 a.m. 1 p.m. 3 p.m. 1:30 p.m. 6:30 p.m. 9:30 a.m. 11 a.m. Memorial Chapel Brian Allgood Hospital South Post Chapel K-16 Chapel Hannam Village Chapel South Post Chapel South Post Chapel South Post Chapel Memorial Chapel Memorial Chapel Brian Allgood Hospital Brian Allgood Hospital
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9:30 a.m. Memorial Chapel 12:30 p.m. Stanley Chapel 12:30 p.m. 7 p.m. 6 p.m. CRC Warrior Chapel CRC Warrior Chapel Stone Chapel
Catholic Mass Sunday 9 a.m. M, W, T, F 11:45 a.m. Saturday 10 a.m. & 5 p.m. Sunday 9 a.m. & 6:30 p.m. (youth) KATUSA Tuesday Korean-American Service Wednesday 6 p.m. 7 p.m.
Catholic Services Catholic Mass Saturday Sunday Sunday M, W, T, F 1st Sat. Jewish Friday 5 p.m. 8 a.m. 11:30 a.m. 11:45 a.m. 9 a.m. 7 p.m. Memorial Chapel Memorial Chapel Memorial Chapel Memorial Chapel Memorial Chapel South Post Chapel
The Command Chaplains Office is here to perform, provide, or coordinate total religious support to the United Nations Command, U.S. Forces Korea and Eighth U.S. Army Servicemembers, their families and authorized civilians across the full spectrum of operations from armistice to war. Visit the U.S. Forces Korea Religious Support site at: http://www.usfk.mil/usfk/fkch.aspx for helpful links and information
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Right, Pam Nystrom, Kelli Bane, and Jillian Farrow sing Happy Birthday during a celebration of 17 years of Army Family Team Building at the Army Community Service building on Dec. 16. Above, Lisa Frailey slices the cake during the party. U.S. Army photos by W. Wayne Marlow
amily members that are involved with it have a better understanding of the military. - Clarence Figgs Army Community Service
chain of command, and customs and courtesies. Class member leave with a better understanding of the military mission and its impact on their families Level Two is called Thriving Skills. It is on a more personal level, going into communication, time management, stress, change, and the dynamics of team and one-on-one relationships. Level Three training, called Arriving Skills, focuses on proefessional growth and leadership development. Class members are trained on conflict management, problem solving, and team building. Figgs said those who complete the training will reap the benefits. It gives them a better understanding of the military and how it works, he said. And they learn how the community can provide resources and they know where to go. For more information on AFTB, call 753-8401 or 753-7439, or e-mail humphreysaftb@live.com. x
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Christmas Eve mail call Military Post Offices are conducting two mail calls on Dec. 24. Besides the morning mail call, a second one will be held in the afternoon so that mail received by noon will be delivered before Christmas.
USAG HUMPHREYS News & Notes 2nd CAB team winning big
By Cpl. Tim Oberle and Pvt. Ahn, Byung-hoon 2nd CAB Public Affairs CAMP HUMPHREYS The 2nd Combat Aviation Brigades Modern Army Combatives Team has won two tournaments this year and has its sights set on more. The world of Mixed Martial Arts exploded onto the American television landscape during the early 1990s with the advent of the Ultimate Fighting Championship. Around this same time, leaders at Fort Benning, Ga., began to take notice of the sports superiority over other forms of handto-hand combat. So in 1995, the fighting styles effectiveness, combined with the need for an Armywide unified hand-to-hand combat fighting style, led to the Modern Army Combatives Program. The Modern Army Combatives Program started in 1995 with Sgt. 1st Class Matt Larsen at Fort Benning and spread throughout the Army, said Staff Sgt. Anthony J. Wikstrom of the 498th Combat Service Support Battalion, which recently hosted a combatives tournament at Camp Carroll. There are fights at bases all around the globe and we are trying to mirror what the rest of the Army is doing. Succeeding in this competition requires being well-versed in several different fighting techniques. You have to beat your opponent on the ground to make it to the finals and to do that it requires all aspects of fighting and a wellrounded fighter, said Sgt. 1st Class Michael A. Craig, 2nd CAB comatives team captain. To be a wellrounded fighter, you need to close the distance, gain a dominant position, and finish the fight. The 2nd CAB team won the tournament at Camp Carroll and also came in first during a tournament in August. We went in with fewer fighters this time than we did in August, but our Soldiers really came through
Library closure The library will be closed on Christmas, but open on Dec. 26. Patrons needing to use computers during this time may do so at the Community Activity Center. Free bowling The United Club and the Strike Zone Bowling Center have partnered to provide everyone with free bowling, Dec. 25-26. Christmas Day buffet Alaska Mining Company will have a Christmas buffet from 11 a.m.-3 p.m. The cost for adults is $17.95. Children 5-10 pay $6.95. Children 4 and under eat free. Health clinic closed The Camp Humphreys Health Clinic will close Dec. 25-26 for Christmas. The Acute Care Clinic will be open. The health clinic will also be closed Jan. 1-2, with the Acute Care Clinic again open. Post office closed The Camp Humphreys Post Office will be closed Dec. 25-26 for Christmas. It will be open on Dec. 27 from 9 a.m.-1 p.m. It will also be closed Jan. 1-2 for New Years Day, and will be open Jan. 3 from 9 a.m.-1 p.m. DBIDS closure The Pass and ID/DBIDS/Vehicle Registration/Ration Control offices will be closed Dec. 25-26 for Christmas. It will also be closed Jan. 2-3 for New Years Day. USO lunch box USO will conduct its free Lunch Box program for Soldiers Dec. 28 from 11:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. Pizza will be served. Commissary open Wednesday The Camp Humphreys Commissary will be open Dec. 28 from 9 a.m.-7 p.m. It will close at 5 p.m. on Dec. 31 and be closed Jan. 1. Popeyes special Popeyes is having a special Dec. 28, with eight pieces of chicken for $6.99. MP Hill BK to close Saturday, Dec. 31 will be the final business day for the Burger King Trailer, located near MP Hill Gym. Girl Scout cookie time From Jan. 6 to Feb. 24 (or until sold out), Girl Scout cookie booth sales will be at the Main Exchange lobby area Fridays through Sundays. The cost is $3.50 a box. For more information, email HumphreysGirlScouts@yahoo. com or see Facebook: Camp Humphreys Girl Scouts. Maryland registration Registration for classes with the University of Maryland will continue on Jan. 16. Spring Session I classes begin on this date and conclude March 11.
and placed, giving us the lead going into the final rounds, Craig said. I think the win just puts the icing on the cake because our Soldiers work so hard in training. Soldiers stationed at Camp Humphreys interested in joining the 2nd CAB team can contact Craig at 753-7781 or e-mail michael.a.craig40.mil@mail.mil. We take people from all units, with any experience, said Capt. Nicholas A. Lucchetti, a team member. Anyone can come learn how to defend oneself and combatives can really help one gain confidence and it is one of the best types of physical training you can get. x
The 2nd Combat Aviation Brigade Modern Army Combatives team has won two matches this year has its sights set on more. U.S. Army photo by Cpl. Tim Oberle
The commander of the 6th Battalion, 52nd Air Defense Artillery, Lt. Col. William Darne, and the commander of the 510th Air Defense Artillery, Col. Kim, Se-il, meet in Suwon to discuss future cooperation. U.S. Army photo by Capt. Jeremy Tennent
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Private Katherrine Roman, winner of the 35th Air Defense Artillery Best Cake Competition. U.S. Army photo by Capt. Casey Harrell
Ashley Robles
The day I was asked to show three pieces of my art work in Santa Fe, N.M. and Las Vegas, Nev. in Feb. 2012 by the World Art Foundation! This will be my first time in a gallery!
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inattentive of their surroundings. According to Master Sgt. Bill Hudon, DPTMS intelligence NCO, it is the kind of training that is easily disregarded when everything is going well and for that reason it needs to be emphasized now and not in response to an incident. I am now trying to ascertain what the baseline levels are and hopefully be able to give a good enough overview to local commanders to make proper decisions regarding training, he said. Security awareness has been an issue since 9.11and this kind of training has become the essential part of Army community education. This was the first time DPTMS ran this particular scenario and it will continually teach and train first responders to become experts at their jobs and increase the vigilance levels for the community. During the evaluation, some people
DAEGU GARRISON Training organized by the U.S. Army Garrison Daegu Directorate of Plans, Training, Mobilization and Security at Camp Henry, Dec. 15, took a look at current levels of situational awareness when a mysterious package was placed near the bank and bus stop at Camp Henry. The idea was to find out whether Soldiers, Civilians, Family members or Korean workers take proper procedures to immediately report it to 911 or the Military Police. Not only the theoretical part of education, but this kind of practical training is needed for any community to prepare for emergency situations. It is especially important to pay attention during the holiday season because people tend to relax and be
Maybe this is not the right way to do it. These folks are walking right past that unattended, and so suspicious, bag. Maintaining situational awareness helps keep us all safe.
saw the mysterious package but ignored it, and some did not even notice it. We should always pay attention to our surroundings - a lapse in attentiveness could cause a big trouble if not reported immediately. Hu d o n s a i d t h i s e v a l u a t i o n , along with others, can be used by commanders to determine how much additional training their people need and if everyone in Area IV was trained to an acceptable degree, it would greatly increase everyones safety. The best training around right now is the Threat Awareness and Reporting Program Training given by local Military Intelligence detachments, said Hudon. Training is only one aspect however, we can tell you what to report, who to report it to etc. But it is difficult to train people to pay attention to their surroundings and then make the decision to report anything unusual. It is too easy to get caught up in your day to day activities or a conversation or just walk around staring at the sidewalk. It is also easy for someone to assume someone else will do the right thing. x
The RIGHT way. If you notice a suspicious or unattended bag, package, briefcase, anything - make the call! In Daegu or Carroll the MP desk is 0505-764-5911 or 911 from base.
DAEGU GARRISON S g t . Shane Szymczac, of 2-1 Air Defense Artillery Battaion, was named the USAG Daegu Athlete of the Year by the USAG Deagu Sports, Fitness and Aquatics Director on Dec. 14. The annual award was presented to Szymczac at a ceremony held in the Camp Carroll gym. The award is presented to Soldiers who exhibit outstanding military performance and sportsmanship as well as participation. Other factors considered when choosing the recipient were military bearing, achievement in competitive events, and leadership demonstrated. Mr. Modesto Algarin, the Cp. Carroll Sports, Fitness and Aquatics Director presented Szymczac the award. Sgt. Szymczac embodies the noncommissioned officer others want to follow, and exhibited outstanding leadership traits as he assumed the organizational and coaching responsibilities associated with our sports programs, Algarin said. Szymczac has participated in almost all of the athletic programs during his time at Cp. Carroll and was on the 2011 8th Army Champion softball team. Also present at the awards
Sgt. Shane Szymczac (center) is presented with the USAG Deagu Athlete of the Year Award by Modesto Algarin, the Camp Carroll Sports, Fitness and Aquatics Director, Dec 14. Also pictured is Lt. Col. J Rose, commander of 2-1 ADA BN. ceremony was Lt. Col. J Rose, commander of 2-1 ADA BN. Rose values the camaraderie built and lessons learned from sports participation and encourages athletic activity within his unit. Sgt. Szymczac has been someone who has supported everything were working to do here, not just in 2-1, but in all of USAG Deagu, Rose said. Szymczac was honored to receive the award. It was defiantly a great feeling, Szymczac said. I thought it was for just Cp. Carroll, but it was actually for all of USAG Deagu. That was probably the coolest part of the award for me. x
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Story and photo by Park Min-jin minjin.park@korea.army.mil Garrison Daegu celebrated the 17th birthday of Army Family Team Building, Dec. 16 at the Camp Walker Commissary. Army Community Service (ACS) hosted the event, which consisted of a variety of participants and, of course, a birthday cake. According to Teresita J. Compton, AFTB/AFAP program manager , Army Family Team Building is a series of training modules taught through your local Army Community Service or Family Programs office that cover topics such as basic information about the Army, personal growth skills and leadership skills. AFTB improves personal and family preparedness which enhances overall Army readiness and helps Americas Army adopt to a changing world. The AFTB Program policy memorandum issued on 16 December 1994, signed by the Chief of Staff of the Army and the Sergeant Major of the Army, announced the AFTB Program as an official Army program, Compton said. AFTB started 1994, thats why we are celebrating its 17th birthday. AFTB helps you to not just cope with, but enjoy the military lifestyle. Many of the courses can be applied toward resume and career building, self development and leadership skills. Active duty Soldiers can earn promotion points for participating in the training. AFTB provides the knowledge and self-confidence to take responsibility for yourself and your family. Compton explained that AFTB family member training is divided into three levels of instruction.
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What would a birthday be without...a birthday cake? The Amry Family Team Building crew celebrates the 17th anniversary of the program Dec. 16 at the Camp Walker Commissary. Since its beginnings in 1994, AFTB has helped enrich Army life for Family members. Although the training is progressive of the force by teaching and and sequential, family members promoting personal and family can attend any module of any level readiness through standardized, depending upon their needs or p ro g re s s i ve , a n d s e q u e n t i a l interests. Level1 focuses on the basic education of family members, said skills and knowledge for family Compton. However, the program members new to the military. Level2 can be used flexibly to meet the is for family military members who needs of the individual audience. are interested in gaining like skills Its purpose is to assist members and allows the participant to grow of the Army in adapting to Army in a community leader. Level3 life, manage, change, and accept develops advanced leadership challenges. abilities and enhances participants Compton encapsulated the current skills, helping desire in the mission of the Army Family Team inspiring and mentoring others in Building: to empower individuals, leadership positions. maximize their personal growth The Army Family Team Building and professional development (AFTB) Program is important through specialized training, and because it is a global educational help transform our community into program whose primary objective a resilient and strong foundation is to improve the overall readiness meeting todays military mission. x
My happiest moment in 2011 was when I received the call from the DoDEA telling me that I have been offered a teaching position at the Daegu American School! I was so excited about the new experiences that were ahead of me! Moving here has been one of the best decisions I have ever made! I love living and teaching in Daegu!
A street vendor prepares hoddeok, a stuffed, honey sweet pastry for a hungry passerby. The cake is a favorite any time of the year, but is especially delicious during the cold weather season. Across the Korean peninsula, vendors can be found in any of the popular market districts, stirring up their very popular sweet cakes over a sizzling hot grill. Courtesy photo by Mary B. Grimes
Watching my son walk across the stage to receive his high school diploma and going back home to Texas in March to see my grandsons excited to see me and giving me the biggest hugs and kisses I have ever received.
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My happiest moment this year was getting CSP approved and moving to Korea in late June. Being a family with my hubby is the best gift anyone couldve given me.
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Children from throughout U.S. Army Garrison Daegu celebrated a School of Knowledge, Inspiration, Exploration and Skills - better known as SKIES- holiday, Dec. 9 at the Child and Youth Services gym on Camp Walker. As part of the holiday the kids presented songs, dance, even taekwando that they learned from the classes that are part of the SKIES program. U.S. Army photo by Pvt Bang, Bong-Joo
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Exchange Southern Region Director Paula Henederson (third from right) gets everyone revved up - before the free coffee - for the grand opening of the Camp Carroll Starbucks outlet Tuesday. Helping mark this auspicious event for the Camp Carroll community is U.S. Army Garrison Daegu Deputy to the Commanding Officer William Christman (fourth from the left). U.S. Army photo by Pvt Bang, Bong-Joo