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6th Cav., 17th Avn. become Multifunction Aviation BrigadeCAMP HUMPHREYS – The U.S. Army

transformation in Korea took another steptowards completion June 16 when the 17thAviation Brigade and the 6th Cavalry Brigadecased their colors in a ceremony here.

In qu ick success ion , the 17 th wasinactivated and the 6th Cav. was re-flaggedas the 2nd Multifunctional Aviation Brigade.

The 2nd MFAB merges AH-64D ApacheLongbow attack helicopters, CH-47 Chinooks,UH-60 Black Hawks, the C-12 Huron fixed-wing plane, personnel and equipment under thecommand of Col . Pe te r W. Foreman,previously the 6th Cavalry Brigade commander.

Eighth U.S. Army commander, Lt. Gen.Charles C. Campbell called the day’s eventssad and exciting at the same time.

“This is another historic milestone in thetransformation of the United States Army,” hesaid in prepared remarks. Saying that Armyaviation on the Korean peninsula was re-organized, re-missioned and re-stationed, healso noted that “the greatest transformation yetbegins with the individual Soldier.”

Campbell added that he was confident

By Susan BarkleyArea III Public Affairs

Soldiers dressed in cavalry uniforms past and present parade the 17th Aviation Brigade and 6th Cavalry Battalion colors at CampHumphreys for the last time June 16, in a ceremony inactivating the 17th Avn. Bde. and re-flagging 6th Cav. as the 2nd MultifunctionalAviation Brigade.

ROGER EDWARDS

Friendly gestureFriendly gestureFriendly gestureFriendly gestureFriendly gestureNavy Petty Officer First Class Lisa Spadavecchia, Commander Naval Forces Korea, receivesan award from Gen. Leon J. LaPorte, Commander of United Nations Command, CombinedForces Command and U.S. Forces Korea, and Park Jung Soo, vice chairman of the KoreaAmerica Friendship Society at the society’s Friendship Night June 16. Spadavecchia wasone of four servicemembers honored for their work in strengthening the ROK/U.S. relationship.

STAFF SGT. DOUGLAS MITCHELL

WASHINGTON– The Army hasincreased its career developmental timelinefor active-duty majors by one year, whileshortening time spent as a captain.

The initiative, recently approved bySecretary of the Army Francis Harvey,will reduce pin-on time to major from 10years and seven months to 10 years. Inorder to implement this, two majorpromotion boards will be conducted inFiscal Year 2006.

The change sets the developmentaltimelines in synchronization with theArmy’s modularity, transformation andintermediate-level education, or ILE,requirements, said Col. Mark Patterson,chief, Officer Policy Division, G1, at thePentagon.

Captains to be promoted sooner,serve longer as majorsBy Cheryl BoujnidaArmy News Service

“This will allow us to better manageour officers and meet the needs of anArmy at war in the 21st century,”Patterson said. He explained thatmodularity and the new units of actionhave created a need for more majors inmany career fields, but the real reasonfor the change is to allow majors timefor a joint-service assignment.

“It’s key because it gives majors ajoint assignment opportunity that theymight not get prior to being promotedto lieutenant colonel or colonel.”

Majors currently serve five yearsbefore pinning on lieutenant colonel.

“The emphasis on joint operations iscrucial – joint is the future. We need tolook at joint assignment opportunities

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MP BlotterThe fo l lowing en t r ies were

excerpted from the past several weeksmilitary police blotters. These entriesmay be incomple te and do no tdetermine the guilt or innocence ofany person.

Well, with the school year quicklywinding down, I finally got around todoing something I’ve, regretfully, beenmeaning to do for years … join one ofmy kids for lunch at the school cafeteria.

I didn’t realize the idea had been floatingaround my head so long until I stopped tothink my oldest is in the fifth gradealready. How did that happen? Naturally,I saved her the mortification of havingdad showing up for lunch. Come to thinkof it, that could be an extremely effectivethreat when she steps out of line. I’llhave to make a note of that one.

My only alternative was to join mymuch more malleable kindergartner.Kindergarteners will welcome anyone,particularly if they have a repertoire ofsimulated bodily function noises.(Regrettably, I don’t possess that talent,but I play a mean Hawaiian nose guitar– taught to me, of course, by mykindergartener.)

With military precision, twokindergarten classes some 50 strong,lined up awaiting the order to move out.When the call to movement came it wasprecisely 10:25 a.m. What? Lunch at10:30 in the morning? I guess that’s theway it goes when you have the leastseniority.

Refrains of “space, space, not tooclose, stand in line, quiet, quiet,” rangout from the teachers’ aides, bringingback basic training mess hall memories.“Don’t push, ok now move, move,” theaides continued, maintaining strict linediscipline. Just like basic training,kindergarten is all about standing in line.

The advertised menu was:! Mini Chicken Sandwiches! Carrot and Celery Sticks with

Ranch Dressing! Mashed Potatoes and Gravy! Baked Beans! Fresh FruitThe meals were, of course, served

with the requisite carton of warm milk.What I saw on the trays:! Mini Chicken Sandwiches! Macaroni and Cheese! Quartered Apples

typically go for lunch. (That’s the sameplace where, when I ordered the fish

and chips I got,well, fish andchips … as inpotato chips.Actually, thatwould be fishand crispswouldn’t it?Anyway, I guesssome things justdon’t translatewell.) Back to

the review: Macaroni and Cheese – abit dry but no worse than, well, nevermind. Quartered Apples – Not bad! Hey,wait a minute they don’t even servefresh fruit where I eat lunch. I hate tosay it but it looks like the school cafeteriais more palatable lunchtime option thanwhere I’ve been going for the past year-and-a-half.

I polled some of the munchingmunchkins and another pattern (inaddition to the “No Veggies” trend)quickly developed. “What is yourfavorite school lunch,” I asked. “Cheesepizza,” replied test subject Number One.

By Galen PutnamArea IVPublic Affairs

School lunch visit brings back warm memoriesClose enough I figured. I wasn’t

expecting any kindergartners to pitch afit becausethey weres e r v e dm a c a r o n iand cheeserather thanbaked beansand mashedp o t a t o e swith gravy.But whatabout theveggies? Ah ha! I finally spotted onetrailblazer with the demon carrot andcelery sticks. But how many were theretotal? I took a quick tally. Let’s see,there’s one, two, three, four, five!That’s 10 whole percent! Wait a minute,I didn’t factor in the six kids whobrought in sack lunches today. So muchfor the food pyramid. Just where do allof those vegetarians come from?

My review of the meal (they hadshort order meals available but I figuredthat would be cheating): Mini ChickenSandwich – a bit dry but no worse thanwhat we get at the cafeteria where I

“Cheese pizza,” said Number Two.Then a chorus of “cheese pizza, cheesepizza, cheese pizza” began echoingthroughout the cafeteria, alarming theteachers’ aides, bringing a few swiftglares of admonition in my direction.In a way I felt pretty good about myself.It has, after all, been quite a long timesince I managed to create a schoollunchroom disturbance. Luckily, mydaughter was paying no attention to me,the novelty of my presence havingalready worn off.

One of the drill sergeants, sorry,teachers’ aides confided in me, “Thisisn’t so bad. It gets worse and worseas the older kids come in. By the timethe sixth graders get here it is impossibleto hear a thing.” I can only imagine thedining ambiance when the highschoolers are “in the house.”

I noticed there was somethingmissing, but for some reason I couldn’tput my finger on it. Then it struck me,there were no “lunch ladies” (or at leastthat’s what we used to call them)patrolling the cafeteria floor. At least

“ ... there were no ‘lunch ladies’patrolling the cafeteria floor. Atleast there weren’t any of the stern,foreboding and just plainintimidating lunch ladies Iremember from my formativeyears.”

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! Military police were notified of anassault consummated by battery.Preliminary investigation revealed thattwo Soldiers were involved in a verbalaltercation, which turned physical whenthe first Soldier struck the secondSoldier in the face with a closed fist.The first Soldier was apprehended andtransported to the MP station where hewas administered a series of fieldsobriety tests, which he failed. The twoSoldiers were transported to a localmedical facility where the first Soldierwas administered a command-directedblood alcohol test, with results pending.

The second Soldier was treated andtransported to a local hospital andtreated for a facial laceration andreleased. The first Soldier was thentransported back to the MP station,where he was released to his unit. Hewas later advised of his legal rights,which he waived, rendering a swornstatement attesting to the incident. Thisis an alcohol-related incident.Investigation continues by MPI.! Military police were notified of alarceny of Army Air Force ExchangeService property. Investigationdisclosed that a Soldier was observedover closed circuit television placing twoDVDs in a shopping bag and exiting thestore without rendering proper paymentfor the items in his possession. TheSoldier was then detained by storesecurity until arrival of the military

police. The Soldier was apprehended andtransported to the MP station, where hewas advised of his legal rights, whichhe invoked, requesting not to bequestioned or to say anything. TheSoldier was then further processed andreleased to his unit. All property wasreturned to AAFES. Investigationcontinues by MPI.! Military police were notified of alarceny of private property. Preliminaryinvestigation revealed that unknownperson(s) by unknown means, entereda Soldier’s barracks room and removeda bottle of prescription medicine, laptopcomputer, video game console and eightvideogames, which were unsecuredand unattended. There were no signsof forced entry. Estimated cost of lossis unknown. Investigation continues byMPI.

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176th Finance Bn.Organization Day

The 176th Finance Battalion willhold its Organization Day Friday.Al l the organizat ion’s f inanceoffices will be closed for this event.In- and out-processing serviceswill still be offered, but will do sowith a limited staff. This closure willbe peninsula-wide. Offices will beopen again Monday on their regularschedule.

Combined Joint StaffSeeks Command

NarratorThe Secretary Combined Joint Staffis seeking a command narrator. Thenarrator performs duties for allUNC/CFC/USFK Honor Guard andAward Ceremonies. The narratormust possess the ability to speakEngl i sh c lea r ly.Bear ing ,professional image and ability toqu ick ly adap t to changingsituations is a must. The ability tocommunica te wi th fo re igndignitaries, general officers anddistinguished visitors is essential.The narrator position is open to 0-1 through 0-3 and E5 through E7.Interested personnel may contactMaj. Floyd, at 723-5227 or Sgt. Maj.Shirley Garrett, at 723-3615 to setup an interview.

Test DayNoise Abatement

Korean high school students willtake the 2005 Korean UniversityNational Examination today. Innumerous schools across thecountry, students will take the KoreanLanguage and Foreign LanguageHearing tests. The Republic of Koreagovernment has requested that allresidents keep noise to an absoluteminimum during these testingperiods.

In an effort to comply with thisrequest, U.S. Forces Koreacommanders have agreed to notconduct aviation or ground rangesand will minimize tactical wheel andrefrain from tracked movement duringthe specified quiet hours.

Reserve CGSOCInstructors Wanted

Instructors are being sought to teachthe Command and General StaffOfficers Course in Yongsan.Applicants must be an Army ReserveSoldier, hold the rank of major orlieutenant colonel, be MEL4 qualified,be willing to transfer to the 4960thMFTB, and meet the Army height andweight standards.Interested personnel should contactLt. Col. Dennis Davenport at 723-4394or by e-mail [email protected].

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8th PERSCOM merges with EUSA G1

YONGSAN – 8th PersonnelCommand will end 25 years ofdistinguished unit service to the 8th U.S.Army when Col. Michael J. Harris,commander, 8th Personnel Command,and Command Sergeant Major CarlosMartinez-Rivera officially cased 8thPERSCOM’s colors in an InactivationCeremony held on Yongsan’s KnightField June 15.

Harris said 8th PERSCOM’sinactivation and subsequent mergerwith the 8th U.S. Army G-1 will haveno impact on the world-classpersonnel support currently beingprovided to Soldiers. “The merger ofG-1 and AG personnel will coincidewith several new personnel servicesupport initiatives that capitalize on thelatest information technology,” heexplained. “These initiatives willcontinue beyond our inactivation andallow the 8th United States Army tooffer human resource services unlikeanything available across theDepartment of Defense.”

The 8th PERSCOM consists of adirectorate staff, two personnelservices battalions and a headquarterscompany, for a total of about 700

Sgt. 1st Class Patricia Johnson8th Personnel Command Public Affairs

Soldiers. The directorate staff willmerge with 8th U.S. Army G-1 toform a consolidated G-1/AG. Thismerger aligns with emerging ArmyDoctrine and is part of an incrementalprocess that paves the way for thetransformation of all PERSCOMunits.

“While, there will be an overlap timewith the merging commands taking over

PERSCOM missions, there will not bea gap or interruption in service to theSoldiers we support or theircommanders.” said Harris.

The Adjutant General Corps postaland personnel services units haveprovided support for Soldiers, civilians,and family members stationed in SouthKorea since the conclusion of theKorean War in 1953.

Col. Michael J. Harris, 8th Personnel Command commander, holds 8th PERSCOM’s colors andCommand Sgt. Maj. Carlos Martinez prepares them to be cased, as Lt. Gen. Charles C.Campbell looks on.

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YONGSAN – A veteran restaurateur has returned toKorea to serve as general manager of Dragon Hill Lodge,the premier military recreation facility in the Republic of

Dragon Hill Lodge changes leadershipBy Sgt. Christopher SelmekArea II Public Affairs

Korea and one of four Armed Forces recreation centersworldwide.

Jim Thomas, a retired Army lieutenant colonel whoseassignments included three years as general managerof the Hartell House and the first Executive Clubmanager for the Multi-National Force in Sinai, took thehelm during a June 8 lunchtime ceremony at the lodge.He replaces Rich Gorman, who will become director ofhospitality management for the U.S. Army Communityand Family Support Center at Fort Belvoir, Va.

Thomas holds the Hospitality Management Diplomafrom the American Hotel and Motel Association and aprofessional designation as a certified hoteladministrator. Since retiring from the Army, Thomas hasserved as chief of hospitality for the Armed ForcesRecreation Centers, director of Army Lodging andquality of life director at the U.S. Navy’s NavalPostgraduate School, Monterey, Calif.

He has also served as chief of facility design andMorale, Welfare and Recreation business managementconsultant for U.S. Army Community and FamilySupport Center, as well as assistant installation clubmanager at Fort Lewis, Wash.

“Thank you for allowing me the opportunity to servethe Soldiers, families and partners of this command,”said Thomas. “Be assured I am totally committed toleading a super [Dragon Hill Lodge] team and continuing[its] legacy of excellence.”

As the Eighth Army Band played during a ceremonysymbolizing the passing of responsibilities, outgoingmanager Gorman passed a large wooden key to Thomas.

The Dragon Hill Lodge is one of four Armed ForcesRecreation Centers located throughout the world. Sinceits opening in 1990, the hotel has become a center forleisure and recreation in Korea. The other AFRCs are

SGT. CHRISTOPHER SELMEK

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Brig. Gen. John Macdonald, commander of the U.S. Army Communityand Family Support Center, passes the large wooden key to Jim Thomas,general manager of the Dragon Hill Lodge, in symbolic display oftransferring responsibilities.

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there weren’t any of the stern,foreboding, and just plain intimidatinglunch ladies I remember from myformative years.

I’m pretty sure they are not calledlunch ladies anymore. You know, kindof like stewardesses and flightattendants. After all, nowadays your“stewardess” is as likely to be namedBrad as Barb. In any case, the teachers’aides had everything well under control.

Lunch proceeded smoothly as theteachers’ aides continued to tend theirflock. “Ohh, too much talking today.Let’s go, eat, eat, eat,” they exhorted.

As things wound down, the teachers’aides started some sort of codedkindergarten clapping that the kidsresponded to with a series of their ownclaps. Now I don’t remember anythinglike that from kindergarten but, thenagain, I can’t recall what I had for lunch

yesterday. I soon figured out theclapping signaled clean-up time.

“Whoever is finished, bring yourtrays to ahjooma. If you are done, youcan get in line, slowly.”

Then, the little soldiers all in a rowmarched out the door. My daughter gaveme nary a glance. They were headed tothe playground so there were moreimportant things to contemplate.

The entire production came offwithout a hitch. Not a single droppedtray or pulled ponytail. And, to myamazement, not a single sandwich bunor dollop of macaroni and cheese onthe floor.

As I reflected on the experience, Irealized how much I had enjoyed myself.Then a light bulb went off in my head.“You know,” I thought, “maybe I’ll juststick around so I can hang out with thefifth graders for lunch.”

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and how Soldiers get that experience,”Patterson said.

Beginning in 2007, no more waiverswill be granted for joint service andcolonels will need a joint assignment tobe competitive for promotions,Patterson said.

The additional year requirement,initiated by the Officer PersonnelManagement System, or OPMS III,identified the need to further developofficers by expanding their career timeline.

“The extra year will benefit the officerand the military,” said Lt. Col. Craig Vest,branch chief, officer selection boardpolicy branch.

“This will definitely have a positiveimpact within the Army and enhance ouroverall captain retention rate,” Pattersonsaid.

The reduction in time spent as acaptain aligns the Army with other armedservices; the Air Force and MarineCorps’ pin-on time to major is 10 years

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and three months, and the Navy’s is nineyears and 11 months.

“This is a very positive change withinthe Army. Not only is the earlierpromotion a perk, but it’s important thatwe’ll have extra time as a field-gradeofficer to develop too,” said Capt. HopeRampy, personnel policy integrator.

The early promotion goal will affectthe current fiscal year 2005 major Armypromotion board that will be released inJune. Officers will pin on their ranksooner.

“The goal is to begin promoting inAugust and exhaust the list by March 1,2006,” Patterson said.

There will be two separate majorpromotion boards in FY 2006. The firstboard will convene Sept. 6, and thesecond in April.

“Leadership wants to ensure thatofficers in the field have the opportunityto start preparing their file for theSeptember board,” Patterson said.

the Hale Koa in Hawaii, Shades ofGreen on Walt Disney World inFlorida, and Edelweiss Lodge andResort in Germany.

“Changing management at one ofthe Armies four AFRCs is aninfrequent event, and a decision thatimpacts the entire army,” said Brig.Gen. John Macdonald, commander ofthe U.S. Army Community and FamilySupport Center. “Our nation and ourarmy have faced many significantchallenges since our last change ofleadership at the Dragon Hill in 1998.We are blessed to have dedicated andprofessional employees providingexceptional service and unparalleledsupport to our servicemembers andtheir families during the global war onterrorism, as well as the normal highlevel of operating tempo here inKorea.”

Gorman will continue serving theDragon Hill lodge in his new role

overseeing all four Armed ForcesRecreation Centers and the ArmyRecreation Machine Program.

“To understand the magnitude ofRich Gorman’s contributions overthe past year, he has led a DragonHi l l t eam tha t has pos i t ive lytouched the lives of approximately1.5 million hotel guests over histenure, and he served almost 7million high quality meals, and thatis an incredible accomplishment,”said Thomas. “It is a special honorto follow him as manager of theDragon Hill Lodge.”

“To be sure, I have to thank thefinest group of employees to whichany leader has ever been blessed,the Dragon Hill Lodge team ofteams. I am in your debt,” saidGorman. “Thank you all so verymuch for the privilege of servingthe Soldiers of our great army andour partners in the other services.”

June 24, 2005

By David McNallyArea I Public Affairs

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CAMP MOBILE — SecondInfantry Division Soldiers assigned toAreas II and III started in-processingthrough the Warrior Readiness CenterJune 16.

Before, Soldiers going toaviation units at camps Eagleand Humphreys and K-16airfield went to the 1stR e p l a c e m e n tDetachment atYongsan ArmyGarrison beforearriving at theirunit.

“Now, allthose Soldiersare comingup here,”

said Capt. Star Hy, WRC commander.With the realignment of 2nd Inf. Div.

aviation assets from camps Page andStanley to bases further south, officialscame up with a plan to continue theintegration training offered exclusivelyat the WRC.

The center usually processes 100-150 new Soldiers a week.

“I would expect we’re going to have

at least a 10-percent increase inSoldiers,” she estimated.

The presence of 2nd Inf. Div.Soldiers at camps Eagle, Humphreysand K-16 makes in-processing thedivision at Camp Mobile a logisticalchallenge.

“Those Soldiers will still receive theirinitial issue from the central issue facilityat their installations,” Hy said.

Division officials are exploring waysto export WRC training togeographically separated units in the

future, Hy said.The Warrior Readiness Centeroffers a unique service.

“As far as briefings,nobody else on the

peninsula does asmuch as we do for

them,” Hy said.“ I t ’ s

integration,not just‘ h e r e ’ syour basic

Officials expect possible10-percent increase innewcomers processed

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New Indianhead Division Soldiers Sgt. SirisWashington (right) and Pvt. Sherman Hill attendan in-processing briefing at the Camp MobileWarrior Readiness Center June 17.

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issue.’”The WRC offers a five-day

replacement and indoctrinationprogram, which includes finance andadministrative in-processing, but alsobriefs newcomers on the 2nd Inf. Div.history, Korean language, history and

CAMP CASEY — Warrior Divisioninfantrymen from 2-9 InfantryCombined Arms Battalion and manyother infantry Soldiers from across thepeninsula took the ultimate test thisweek as they tested to earn the ExpertInfantryman Badge.

“The EIB is a high point for aninfantryman,” said Pfc. Frank Rucker,Company B, 2-9 IN (CAB). “Earningthe badge helps my Army career, and itgives me something to be proud of.”

Rucker also said the key to earning thebadge is simply to pay close attention.

“The test will be easy if you payattention to detail,” Rucker said. “It’swhen you rush through it withoutmaking sure everything is done right,that you mess up.”

During the test, 353 candidates wentthrough three lanes consisting of 34different tasks.

The standards for the test are exactly

2nd Infantry Division Public Affairs the same anywhere in the Army.However, whether or not a Soldier

earns the badge, many consider thetraining valuable.

“The EIB training is a greatexperience,” said Spc. Shae Luther,Company A, 2-9 IN (CAB). “It istough, but fair.”

Many consider the badge animportant symbol because it verifiesthey are good at their job.

“The EIB is very important becauseit lets the Soldiers experience andlearn the basic techniques to be a trueinfantryman,” Luther said. “It makesthem familiar with their tasks.”

Division leaders presentedsuccessful Soldiers with the hard-earned badge in a ceremonyWednesday at Camp Casey.

“It has been an honor to host the EIBtest for all the infantrymen in Korea,”

Pfc. Joseph Connolly, Company B, 2-9 Infantry Combined Arms Battalion infantryman prepareshis M-249 Squad Automatic Weapon during training for the Expert Infantryman Badge June 16. See EIBEIBEIBEIBEIB, Page 7

PFC. PAUL ESPARZA

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Ration Control HoursThe Camp Red Cloud Ration ControlOffice’s new hours are: closed onMondays, open from 8:30 a.m. – 4 p.m.Tuesday – Friday. The office is closedfor lunch from 1 – 2 p.m.

Black Market HotlineThe Black Market Hotline number haschanged to 738-5118. The number ismonitored by an investigator duringnormal duty hours and switched to arecorder after hours. If an observationrequires urgent attention, call themilitary police at 730-4417.

Korean Baseball LeagueThe Camp Stanley CommunityActivity Center is hosting a trip toSeoul Saturday to see the KoreanBaseball League’s Hanwha team playthe LG team at Jamsil Field. Thetransportation fee is $10, with a 10,000won park entrance fee. The bus willleave the CAC at 4 p.m.

Academic Advisors VisitUniversity of Maryland UniversityCollege and Central Texas Collegeacademic advisors will be at the CampStanley Education Center 9 a.m. – 2:30p.m. Wednesday. They will be availableby appointment to advise students andfor evaluation of military training forcollege credit. For appointments, call 732-5915 for UMUC or 732-5354 for CTC.

Changes of Command!Lt Col. Stephen Murray, U.S. ArmyGarrison, Camp Casey commander, willrelinquish command to Lt. Col. TerryHodges in a ceremony at 10 a.m.Wednesday on Helipad 221, CampCasey.!Col. Jeffery T. Christiansen, Area Icommander, will relinquish commandto Col. Forrest Newton in a ceremonyat 10 a.m. Thursday at the Village Green,Camp Red Cloud.

Office ClosuresThe following offices will closeThursday during the Area I change ofcommand ceremony and reception.!The Camp Red Cloud EducationCenter will be closed from 10 a.m. – 1p.m. Thursday.!Camp Red Cloud Army CommunityService will be closed from 10 a.m. –1:30 p.m. Thursday.! The Area I Civilian PersonnelAdvisory Center will be closed 10 a.m.– 12:30 p.m.Thursday.

Fourth of JulyEntertainment

Area I will feature the following freeshows over the July Fourth weekend:!Shaggy and Petey Pablo at 7 p.m.Friday at Camp Stanley.!Shaggy and Petey Pablo at 7 p.m.July 3 at Camp Casey.!Ty England at 7 p.m. July 4 at CampCasey.!Camp Red Cloud’s Mitchell’s Clubwill remain open until 2 a.m. July 3-4.

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Special-needs children visit Camp Red CloudBy Spc. Stephanie PearsonArea I Public Affairs

CAMP RED CLOUD — Twenty-nine local handicapped children visitedhere Saturday to tour the 2nd InfantryDivision Museum.

Hwangbo Sun, chairwoman of theParents of Handicapped ChildrenAssociation of Uijeongbu, said they werethrilled for the opportunity.

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CAMP RED CLOUD — Punk iconHenry Rollins visited Mitchell’s ClubJune 16 to meet with troops.

The singer, actor, author andphilosopher hung out withservicemembers for an hour and a half,talking to fans, signing autographs andposing for photographs.

Rollins made the trip as part of aPacific USO tour. This is his fifth USOtour.

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Pfc. Stephen Carroll strikes a pose with actor and singer Henry Rollins at Mitchell’s Club on Camp Red Cloud June 16.SPC. STEPHANIE PEARSON

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“It’s been great,” she said. “We reallyappreciate the chance to come on post.”

After touring the museum, thechildren enjoyed a barbecue lunch onthe Village Green provided by Camp RedCloud Better Opportunities for Singleand unaccompanied Soldiersrepresentatives. Command Sgt. Maj.Yolanda Lomax, Area I BOSS advisor,said they were glad to participate.

“It was an event where we had theopportunity to provide communityservice and highlight one of the threepillars of BOSS,” she explained. “Allthose involved enjoyed giving their timeand efforts toward a wonderful cause.”

Hwangbo said while the childrenreally liked eating the American food,their favorite part was playing on theVillage Green.

“It’s been wonderful,” Hwangbosaid. “Things are limited on a militaryinstallation; ordinary people cannot enter,so we were able to let the children runand play without having to worry toomuch. They love open places, and I sawtheir faces light up. It was anunforgettable experience.”

The visit was organized by theparent’s association and Area I officialsin support of the Good NeighborProgram, said Kil Kwang-chun, Area Icommunity relations officer.

“This event was outstanding,” Kilsaid. “We had 61 people attend.Hopefully they’ll go home and tell theirfriends about the nice time they hadwith the U.S. Army.”

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“I try to schedule a USO trip when Ihave a break in touring,” Rollins said.“I like the troops. They’re good peopledoing an insane job with a crazy payscale, so I always make time for them.”

One excited fan fulfilled a life’s dreamby meeting Rollins.

“This really means a whole lot to me,”said Sgt. Gregory Twait, Headquartersand Headquarters Company, 2ndInfantry Division. “It’s prettyunbelievable. When my friends first toldme he was coming here, I was like,

‘yeah right.’ I mean, I’m not surprisedhe came to a military installation – I’mjust surprised he came to Camp RedCloud.”

Twait, who was introduced toRollins’ work by his uncle 15 yearsago, said he almost missed theopportunity.

“If my friends hadn’t told me aboutit, I wouldn’t have been in the areaand I’d have missed it,” he said. “Ifthat had happened, I’d have been

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Division artillerymenenjoy all-sports dayBy Spc. Stephanie PearsonArea I Public Affairs

CAMP CASEY — Sixhundred 1st Battalion, 15thField Artil lery RegimentSoldiers gathered June 15 forfood, fun and friendship whilecelebrating their organization.

“It’s a day of recreationactivities, sports games and aGood Neighbor Event,” saidStaff Sgt. Daniel Roman,Headquarters andHeadquarters Battery. “We’veinvited 300 students andteachers from localDongducheon elementary

schools that we teach at, andabout 50 Republic of KoreaArmy Soldiers from two ofour partner units to join us.”

The day began with afriendship soccer tournamentbetween the Korean andAmerican Army teams. Thecompetitions of the dayincluded weightlifting, flagfootball, volleyball, softballand horseshoes.

After enjoying a barbecuelunch, Soldiers and childrenwatched a 2nd InfantryDivision Tae Kwon Do Teamdemonstration in CareyFitness Center. A guidon relayrace at Schoonover Bowlended the official events, butthe festivities didn’t end there.The celebration continuedwith a block party behind theWarrior Club, featuringbarbecue food and live music.

“It’s a great idea,” saidPfc. Joel Leterski, Battery A.“We’re so used to doing thesame thing every day, and allof a sudden it’s like we’rehaving a holiday event. It’s agood reward.”

Leterski said his favoritepart was interacting with thechildren.

“It’s cool that we get toplay and hang out with thechildren. I think it’s good forthe kids to see the fun side ofSoldiers, instead of alwaysseeing us in uniform anddoing training. It’s a chancefor us to improve ROK – U.S.relationships, because whenthese children get older they’llremember the times theyshared with us and continuethe alliance.”

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Pfc. Jed Saul gives Shim Un-baek a piggy-back ride at the 1st Battalion,15th Field Artillery Regiment organizational day June 15. Saul teaches Englishat Shim’s school, Topdong Elementary.

Local school children and Soldiers play on inflatable air castles as part oforganizational day festivities.

Sgt. 1st Class Antony Kennard (left) and Staff Sgt. John Fassett enjoy abarbecue meal at Red Leg Park.

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customs, and important commandissues.

The Army and Air Force ExchangeService, Morale Welfare and Recreation,and USO offer briefings as well.

“We include these briefings to letSoldiers know about free-timeopportunities, and to get them excitedabout their time here in Korea,” Hy said.

New Soldiers also learn about thecommand’s policies regarding humantrafficking and prostitution, Hy said.

Soldiers learn about the “WarriorStandards.” The handbook is anexplanation of rules and regulationsunique to members of the 2nd Inf. Div.

Hy said the center recently beganoffering a Junior Leader’s SafetyCourse, in addition to the standard in-processing.

“After in-processing, we offer anadditional five-day course for juniorleaders,” Hy said. “The courseprepares these leaders with thenecessary tools to lead Soldiers andmaintain safety during missions andoff-duty time in the 2nd InfantryDivision.”

The center has the mission tointegrate Korean Augmentation to theU.S. Army Soldiers into the division andalso to out-process all 2ID Soldiers.

“Our goal is to make the programsat the Warrior Readiness Center apositive experience,” Hy said. “We wantto welcome, integrate and equip newwarriors to enjoy Korea, and most ofall, be ready to fight tonight.”

Artillerymen from the 1st Battalion, 15th Field Artillery Regiment play flag football during their organization day.PHOTOS BY SPC. STEPHANIE PEARSON


severely depressed. I mean, some of thepeople who came tonight are here justto see my reaction.”

Twait said Rollins lived up to all hisexpectations. “It was exactly what Iexpected,” he said.

Even though Rollins didn’t perform,Twait said getting to talk to him “waslike a 5-minute personal performance.”

Rollins said that is why he looksforward to doing more USO tours.

“The reason I can walk around andsay whatever I want is because we havea military out there defending my rightto do so,” he said. “My support for thetroops is unwavering.”

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said Lt. Col. Ryan Kuhn, 2-9 IN (CAB)commander. “The battalion has beenworking hard for two months gettingevery event ready.”

Kuhn said his battalion wascommitted to provide the best individualtraining for each infantryman.

“It has been impressive to see theNCOs pull together and lead this trainingand testing,” Kuhn said. “It gives megreat confidence that our NCO corpscan accomplish any task.”

Kuhn said he believes the greatestresult of the training and testing is notwinning a badge.

“It demonstrates we care about ourSoldiers’ future and it shows ourinvestment to them,” Kuhn said. “Youcan see that on each and everyinfantryman's face going for the EIB.”

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YONGSAN — Maj. Gen. Duane D. Thiessenaccepted duties as commander, U.S. Marine CorpsForces Korea, in a ceremony held at Knight FieldJune 15.

Thiessen said he looks forward to taking overfor Maj. Gen. John F. Goodman, who has held theposition of MCFK and assistant chief of staff, C/J-5, United Nations Command, Combined ForcesCommand, U.S. Forces Korea, for the past year.

“General Goodman has led a path to success inhis short time here,” said Thiessen. “I am sure wewill continue to perform outstanding service forUSFK … for the Republic of Korea … for thealliance and for the United States Marine Corps. Ilook forward to working with all of you.”

Thiessen is coming from the position ofcommanding general, 1st Marine Aircraft Wing,Okinawa, Japan, where he served for one year. Inaddition to his many assignments, he has attendedthe National War College in Washington D.C.

“Today we welcome a rock solid professionalwho will be taking over that tradition of excellencehis predecessor set the standard for,” said Gen.Leon J. LaPorte, USFK commander, who presidedover the change of command. “At the same time,we bid farewell to an outstanding officer and arespected member of our community.”

Goodman will go on to serve as the Marine CorpPacific deputy commander.

“It has been my distinct honor to serve as partof the Combined Forces Command,” saidGoodman. “This tour has given me a newappreciation for the United States of America andRepublic of Korea alliance, and for the vibrantnation Korea has become. This is a partnership of

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the two greatest Marine Corps in the world, andwith each day I served here I appreciated thisculture more and more.”

LaPorte seemed optimistic that Thiessen wouldcontinue on the legacy of the United States Marines.

“The United States Marines are known for theirdiscipline and toughness, and part of the reason

Gen. Leon J. LaPorte, commander, United States Forces Korea, accepts the Marine Corp colors from Maj. Gen. John F.Goodman, outgoing commander, U.S. Marine Corps Forces Korea and Assistant Chief of Staff, C/J-5, United Nations Command,Combined Forces Command, U.S. Forces Korea, in a change of command ceremony at Knight Field June 15. The colors werethen handed to Maj. Gen Duane D. Thiessen, who gladly accepted his role continuing the Marine tradition of excellence.


for that is because of service in Korea,” LaPortesaid. “Marines have a tradition of steadfastdetermination, and Gen. Thiessen is here to continuethat fine tradition through his outstandingleadership.”


Elementary, middle school students take next big stepArea II Public Affairs

YONGSAN — As more than 130seniors graduated at Seoul AmericanHigh School June 11, other Area IIstudents were preparing for their ownrite of passage.

At Seoul American Elementary School,202 fifth-grade students eagerly awaited

achieving a 3.5 grade point average and85 percentile on the Terra Novastandardized test, a U.S. recognized testused by public and parochial schools.

SAES Principal Don Christensenexpressed his pride in all of the students.

“You should all be very proud of yourachievements this year,” he said. “Yourteachers are proud of you, your parentsare proud of you and you should beproud of each other.”

Though Seoul American Middle Schoolhas no formal graduation, 185 eighth-grade students there are moving on to highschool. They attended an end-of-yearawards ceremony June 8.

“It’s not a true graduation, but todaywe’re going to honor them at an awardsceremony that includes a host of academicawards and others from all types ofextracurricular clubs,” said Darrell MoodSAMS principal.

Thirty students received “ThePresident’s Mental Fitness Award” forhigh academic achievement.

Mood said students had mixed feelingsArthur Savig, a fourth-grader at Seoul American Elementary School, recieves his final report cardof the year from his teacher, Martha West, during the last day of school June 17.


their June 15 graduation ceremony heldin conjunction with an end-of-school yearDrug Abuse Resistance, or DARE,program grand finale.

Each advancing fifth-grader receiveda graduation certificate. Highperformers also received academicexcellence and achievement awards for

about leaving middle school.“They are leaving a safe environment

where they were student leaders for a newhigh school experience,” he said. “I’mimmensely proud of the accomplishmentsof these students.”

Tanisha Smith, 13, has been in Koreafor one year and will move with her familythis summer to Washington, D.C.

“Going from middle school to highschool is a big step in your life,” saidSmith, who has gone to eight differentschools in her life. “You get to experiencea lot of new things.”

Smith said she felt like she wasgraduating from middle school thoughthere was no formal graduation ceremonyto mark the milestone.

Sidni Stafford, 14, who has livedin Korea for seven years, called highschool “a new world” with moredemands and privileges.

“It’s different,” she said. “You get moreclasses and get to go off campus for lunch.”


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New YNew YNew YNew YNew Yongsan shuttle bus scheduleongsan shuttle bus scheduleongsan shuttle bus scheduleongsan shuttle bus scheduleongsan shuttle bus schedule

Yongsan - Hannam Village

Depart : HannamGate #17 (Stop Pt #4)121st HospitalCollier Field H.CDS CenterCommissaryGate #52Youth CenterDHL T-4059Arrive: Moyer CSC

Depart : Moyer CSCSAHS (High School)Youth CenterGate #17 (Stop Pt #4)121st HospitalCollier Field HouseCDS CenterCommissaryGate #52Arrive: Hannam

Yongsan - Cp MarketWeekday: Unit operates van shuttle

LV. Cp Market 8 a.m. 1:10 p.m.AR. Bus Terminal 10 a.m. 3:05 p.m.LV. Bus Terminal 10:10 a.m. 3:10 p.m.AR. Cp Market Noon 4:45 p.m.(Times are subject to traffic conditions)

Weekends: No scheduleSuspended until further notice

Weekend / Holiday

Jin Mon-gu andChoi Kyun Il, 8th-graders at ChungWoon MiddleSchool, examine adictionary duringtheir tour of YongsanGarrison June 8.

Special guests at Main Post Library

Yi Chae Yol, Yongsan Main Post Library librarian, shows 35 Korean middle school students how to use thelibrary's research capabilities during their tour June 8. The Chung Woon Middle School psychology classsurveyed Yongsan for several hours, concluding with the library tour and lunch at Townhouse Food Court onMain Post.

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Effective July 1.For information, call 738-3250.

Post Shuttle / Bus Schedule (Yongsan Bus Terminal)

Monday - Friday

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Appreciation Awards to Sponsors6 p.m. CFH/Williams Ave. Ty England Concert7:30 p.m. CFH/Williams Ave. Photo/autograph session

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JULY 48 a.m. CFH 5K Fun Run11 a.m. - midnight Yongsan Lanes $1 Game Day, free shoes10 a.m. - 3 p.m. 4-Plex Lombardo Field Softball Tournament2 p.m. CP Colbern CRC Independence Day Party10 a.m. - 3 p.m. Collier Field House Basketball Tournament5:30 - 6:30 p.m. CFH/Williams Ave Blue Frog Band

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For information, call 738-4058

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Commander’s HotlineArea II residents who have questions orcomments for the Area II commander orcommand group can voice them by e-mailing [email protected] orby calling 738-3484.

Area II Support ActivityOrganization Day

The Area II Support Activity will host anOrganization Day 11 a.m. - 4 p.m. July 1at Lombardo Field. Some of divisionsincluding registration ration card, childcare, youth services, housing,transportation and Clubs will be inoperation as scheduled. For information,call 738-7316 or [email protected].

ARC Openings and ClassesThe American Red Cross VolunteerProgram has immediate openings for arecords chairman, chairman of volunteersand a medical chairman.The AmericanRed Cross Volunteer Program hasimmediate openings for a recordschairman, chairman of volunteers and amedical chairman. The free New VolunteerOrientation will be held 9 a.m. – 5 p.m.July 21 and Babysitting class will be held9 a.m. – 5 p.m. July 23. For information,call 738-3670.

Basketball LeagueThe deadline to register for the 2005 AreaII Summer Basketball League is Monday.

League begins July 9 and is open to AreaII residents only. Couches’ meeting willbe at 1 p.m. Tuesday, and a pre-seasontournament July 2 – 4. For information,call 736-4032.

Softball TournamentThe deadline to register for the 2005Independence Day Softball Tournamentis Monday. There is a $25 entry fee andregistration is open for the first 16 teams.The double elimination tournament willbe July 2 – 4. A coaches’ meeting will beat 2:30 p.m. Tuesday at Collier FieldHouse, South Post.

Volleyball TournamentThe deadline to register for the 2005Area II Sand Volleyball Tournamentis Monday. Games will be held July 2– 4, and a coaches’ meeting will be atnoon Tuesday at Collier Field House.For information, call 736-7746 or 736-4032.

Summer Reading ClubAll 5 to 12-year-olds are invited toexperience a summer long readingfantasy called “Dragons, Dreams &Daring Deeds” at the Yongsan andHannam Village Libraries at 1 p.m.Monday – Aug. 5. For information, call723-7300.

Camp AdventureYongsan/Hannam School-AgeServices and Camp Adventure YouthServices will host summer recreationprograms for children 1st through 5th

grades Monday – Aug. 19. Programactivities include weekly field trips,swimming, arts and crafts, songs,games and indiv idual age groupactivities. For information, call 738-4707 or 723-4522.

SOFA Stamp ServiceArmy Community Service RelocationReadiness provides monthly Status ofForces Agreement Stamp Services at 2p .m. Tuesday a t Room 118. Forinformation, call 738-4617.

ASACS Summer ClassesAdolescent Subs tance AbuseCounseling Services and the YouthServices Teen Center sponsor severalsummer classes for six weeks startingJuly 1. All activities will be two hoursexcept “Anger Management.” Forinformation, call 738-6816.

Women’s Bible StudyProtestant Women of the Chapel willhold summer Bible study 9 – 11 a.m.Wednesdays July 6 – Aug. 3 at SouthPost Chapel . The s tudy wi l l be“Women of the Bible” by AnnSpangler and Jean E. Syswerda. Freechildcare is provided. All women arewelcome at any time. For information,call 795-4073.

Christian men’s MonthlyBreakfast

Men of the Morning Calm (PromiseKeepers) will host a monthly breakfastat 8 a.m. July 9 at South Post Chapel.

For informat ion , e -mai lgrandinj@korea .army.mi l [email protected].

Computer Club MeetingThe Seoul Computer Club will have amonthly meeting at 2 p.m. July 9 at theUSO on Camp Kim. All are welcome toattend and learn about computers fromthe experts. For information, [email protected] or logonto www.seoulcc.org.

Volunteer of the QuarterT h e Vo l u n t e e r o f t h e Q u a r t e rceremony will be held 3 – 4:30 p.m.July 13 a t the Army Communi tyServices Building. For information,call 738-7510.

Local OCS BoardThe Area II Support Activity localOfficer Candidate School board will beheld at 9:30 a.m. July 15 in the Area IIheadquar ters bui ld ing commandconference room. For information, call738-5017.

News and Notes DeadlinesDeadline for submission to CommunityCalendar is Friday prior to the nextweek’s publication. Announcementswill be published on a first-come, first-served basis. Each announcementshould include who, what, when,where and a point-of-contact phonenumber. Submit items for publicationto [email protected] information, call 738-7352 or 7356.

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contact an insurance company.Before the movers arrive, you should take photographs

of valuable items. Turn televisions on before taking thephotographs, to show that your television was workingproperly. Take DVDs and compact discs out of theircases, to demonstrate the extent of your collection. Ifpossible, make a videotape of all of your property usinga video camera. This willprovide you with evidence ofwhat you owned before themove. Ship the photos orvideotape separately fromyour household goods.

PCSing members shouldplan on hand carryingjewelry, coin collections andother small, valuable items. The government claimssystem cannot compensate you for coins lost inshipment. It is also unlikely that you will becompensated for jewelry lost in shipment, because itis extremely difficult to prove precisely what wasshipped.

On the day before the move, prepare your quartersfor the arrival of the packers. Remove photos fromthe wall and unplug televisions and other electricalappliances. If you want the packers to pack your stereoin its original box, set the box next to the stereo. It isbest not to pack items yourself because damage to“owner packed” items is often blamed on the owner’spacking, rather than rough handling.

Separate items you plan to hand carry from the restof your household goods.

On the day of the move, watch the packers to ensurethat your property is properly packed. If anything is brokenduring packing or loading, make a note on the inventory

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Preparation key to smooth PCS moveSummer is the time of year when many

servicemembers and their families are busywith final preparations for moving to a new

duty station. A big part of such a move is arranging forshipment of household goods. A small amount of planningand attention to detail at your new duty station can makethis part of the move go much smoother.

Before moving you should gather all of your receiptsand other documents that show the value of yourhousehold goods. You may need these documents ifyour goods are lost or damaged in shipment. Forextremely valuable items, such as antique furniture orworks of art, consider obtaining an appraisal beforeshipment so you have a record of the item’s value.Plan on shipping all of these documents separatelyfrom your household goods, either by mailing them orhand carrying them. That way you will still have proofof ownership and of the value of your property in theunlikely event that your entire shipment is lost.

When you arrange for shipment of household goodsat the transportation office, discuss your insuranceoptions. While insurance through the transportationoffice is generally not available overseas, privateinsurance companies can provide insurance coverage.Most renters insurance will cover goods lost duringshipment, although most will not cover goods damagedduring shipment.

Insurance coverage may be especially important forextremely valuable items, such as expensive televisions.Military claims offices have established maximumamounts that they can pay for certain items – forexample, the maximum amount that can be paid for atelevision is $1,500 -- regardless of the cost of the item.To ensure full coverage for your television, you should

U.S. Armed Forces Claims Service, Korea explaining the damage.Tell the packers that you want to be present and review

the inventory when they record the condition of large orexpensive items like furniture. The packers will use codesto show the condition of your furniture. These codes aredescribed at the top or bottom of the inventory, and youshould understand them before you sign the inventory. If

the codes are inaccurate, you havethe right to note this on the inventorybefore signing it.

Once the shipping boxes andother items are loaded intocrates, ensure that they areproperly sealed and that youreceive a complete inventory ofyour household goods. Check

over the inventory carefully before the movers leaveyour quarters.

Once your household goods arrive at your new dutystation, be sure to inspect them carefully for loss ordamage. One of the most important documents youwill receive is the “pink form,” the DD Form 1840.Use this form to annotate lost and damaged items thatyou notice on the day of delivery.

Use the back of DD Form 1980R to annotate lostand damaged items that you discover after the movershave left your new quarters. You have 70 days to turnthis form in to the nearest claims office. If you missthis deadline, you most likely will not be able to recoveranything for your lost and damaged items.

Shipping your household goods can be traumatic,however, a little advance preparation can help makeyour move easier and ensure that you will be fairlycompensated if your property is lost or damaged. Forquestions, contact the nearest military claims office.

“... a little advancepreparation can help make yourmove easier and ensure that youwill be fairly compensated if yourproperty is lost or damaged.”

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The HoneymoonersThe HoneymoonersThe HoneymoonersThe HoneymoonersThe HoneymoonersNew York City bus driverRalph and his feisty wifeAlice struggle to make endsmeet. Despite Ralph’smany get-rich-quickschemes, they’vemanaged to save somemoney and, along with theirbest friends Ed and Trixie,they seem to have almostenough money for a downpayment on a Brooklynduplex. However, whenRalph’s latest schemecosts him all his money andhis marraige, it takes all hisdetermination and love forAlice to get things on trackagain.

King’s RansomKing’s RansomKing’s RansomKing’s RansomKing’s RansomMalcolm is a wealthy andarrogant businessmanwhose soon to be ex-wifehas plans to take him foreverything he’s worth in theirdivorce settlement.Determined to avoid losinghis fortune to her, Malcolmplans his own kidnappingwith the help of his dim-witted mistress and her ex-con brother. Unfortunatelyfor Malcolm, he is not theonly one with a kidnappingplot.

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Sahara -- Sahara -- Sahara -- Sahara -- Sahara -- Masterexplorer Dirk takes on theadventure of his life whenhe embarks on a treasurehunt through some of themost dangerous regions ofNorth Africa. Searching forwhat locals call “The Shipof Death,” a long lost CivilWar battleship filled withcoins, Pitt and hiswisecracking sidekick usetheir wits and clever heroicsto help Doctor Eva Rojaswho believes the ship maybe linked to mysteriousdeaths in the very samearea.

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By Chaplain (Lt. Col.) Daniel Minjares8th Military Police Brigade

15Listening often key to good communication

Area IIArea IIArea IIArea IIArea IIWorship ServicesWorship ServicesWorship ServicesWorship ServicesWorship Services

Catholic Mass Sunday 8 a.m. South Post Chapel11:30 a.m. Memorial Chapel

Tuesday 12:05 p.m. 121 Hospital Chapel7 p.m. South Post Chapel

Mon.-Wed., Thurs.-Fri.12:05p.m. Memorial Chapel

Saturday 5 p.m. Memorial ChapelJewish Friday 6 p.m. South Post ChapelProtestant ServicesEpiscopal Sunday 10 a.m. Memorial ChapelUnited Pentecostal Sunday 1:30 p.m. Memorial ChapelChurch of Christ Sunday 2 p.m. South Post ChapelChurch International

Chaplain (Lt. Col.) Vincent [email protected] or DSN 725-2955Chaplain (Lt. Col.) David Colwell

[email protected] or DSN 738-4043

Area II ChaplainsArea II ChaplainsArea II ChaplainsArea II ChaplainsArea II Chaplains

The world today is filled with the ever-present cellphone. It seems that no matter where you go, or whereyou drive, you see someone with or talking on one ofthese amazing, technologically advanced devices.

This would lead to the assumption that with thedramatic increase in the number of cell phones and allthe talking taking place on cell phones, that we arecommunicating more and better than ever.

In fact, the Verizon cell phone guy continually asksthe question, “Can you hear me now? Good.” Andyet, even though you may be able to hear anotherperson, and you may be getting great reception, thisdoesn’t mean that communication is taking place.

As I watch people on cell phones, what I see isa lot of talking but not much listening. It is easy attimes to think that if two people are talking, and

there are many words flying around in theconversation, then they are communicating. Whilewords and talking are significant parts of thecommunication process, there is one more vitallyimportant piece that is easily overlooked.

When a couple comes in for marriage counseling,quite frequently one of the concerns in their marriageis difficulty in communication. As I talk with themabout their communication, what many times windsup being the real issue isn’t that they aren’t talking,but they are not listening to each other.

The simple, yet difficult art of really listening tosomeone else can dramatically improve ourcommunication ability. But, listening is hard work. Itis challenging and difficult at times for us to quit whatwe were doing or thinking about, and devote ourselvesto listening to the other person.

Not surprisingly the Bible has some important

guidance that will help us communicate more effectivelyand make our relationships more satisfying. James 1:19says, “Everyone should be quick to listen and slow tospeak.” We are unfortunately, very well practiced atthe reverse of this admonition. We are quick to speakand slow to listen.

By listening carefully and attentively, we showthe person they are important to us and that wewant to hear what they are saying. When we stoptalking, put the paper aside, stop working on thecomputer, or kneel down to our child when theytalk, we are saying to them, “I love you and youare important to me.”

I would encourage you to begin today to work atbecoming better at the fine art of listening. You will beamazed at the difference this will make in yourcommunicating with others and how much better theimportant relationships in your life will become.

Collective Sunday 8 a.m. Memorial Chapel9:30 a.m. 121 Hospital Chapel9:30 a.m. Hannam Village Chapel

(Korean)10:30 a.m. K-16 Community

Chapel11 a.m. Hannam Village

Chapelnoon South Post Chapel

(Gospel)Collective Sunday 10 a.m. South Post Chapel

6 p.m. South Post ChapelKorean Tuesday 6 p.m. Camp Colbern Chapel

Thursday 6:30 p.m. Memorial ChapelKCFA 2nd Tues. 11:45 a.m. Memorial Chapel

3rd Tues. 11:45 a.m. Memorial ChapelLatter-Day Saints

For information on services, call 738-3011.

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CAMP HUMPHREYS – For thosewho love fresh, exotic seafood, paradiseis only about 16 miles away.

Seafood lovers can get to the marketat Song-ak by following Highway 45south, turning onto Highway 35 west,and exiting immediately after crossingthe Sapgyocheon Tide EmbankmentBridge. Located near the Ocean ParkResort and Rest Area, the market offersa catch fresh from the sea.

Fish, crab and shrimp are only a fewof the offerings which include anincredible variety of mussels andshellfish, cuttlefish and octopus.

In addition to the market, there areseafood restaurants, a park from whichto view the fishing fleet and relax, and apair of Korean naval vessels open fortouring.

The prize though, is the savorygoodness of fresh seafood, however youchoose to prepare it.

James Hogreby and a guest anticipate the taste of just-cooked fresh shrimp, while (Below) apatron enjoys some fresh shrimp at a seaside restaurant.

The market opens at 7, six days a week.

A vendor offers live cuttlefish for sale.

This vendor prepars to sort fresh shimp for herdisplay.

A park nearby the market offers a place to relax, view the fishing fleet and watch the waves.

A pair of Korean naval vessels are moored at the market and can be toured.Vendors at the Song-ak seafood market offer fresh and exotic seafood for those willing toadventure the 16miles to get there. Fish, shrimp and crab are abundant as are an amazingvariety of shellfish and mussels.

Nearby seafood market offers fresh variety

PHOTOS BY ROGER EDWARDS

Area III Public Affairs

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Warrior Division 8-BallTourney

The 2005 Warrior Division 8-BallTournament will be held at the CampStanley Community Activity Center,starting at 10 a.m. Saturday. Winnerswill advance to the 8th U.S. ArmyChampionship July 9-10 at the CampCasey Community Activity Center. Forinformation, call 732-5366.

Bowling CenterCustomer Appreciation

The Camp Red Cloud Bowling Centerwill host the customer appreciationnight, beginning at 6:30 p.m. Friday.Customers are invited to come to theCRC Bowling Center and enjoybowling and free snacks during theevent. For information, call 732-6930.

Carson Downey BandA combination of southern soul, Texasblues and pure electric rock n’ roll, TheCarson Downey Band is visiting Warriorcountry. The band will entertain at theCamp Stanley Reggie’s Tuesday. Theshow will begin at 7 p.m. Forinformation, call 732-6819.

‘Friends Fun Time’Bowling

The Camp Casey Bowling Center isoffering “Pizza, Pop N Bowl Friends FunTime” starting at 4 p.m. everyWednesday. This is a package for agroup of four, offering one large onetopping pizza, a pitcher of soda, twohours of games and free shoe rental.Bring your own music CD and thebowling center will play for your party.For information, call 730- 4577.

MWR Happenings RadioShow

Check out the MWR Happenings RadioShow on 102.7 FM, American Forces-Korea Network’s Warrior Radio everyFriday between 3 and 4 p.m. MWRHappenings provides the latestinformation on upcoming recreationentertainment, sports, club and bowlingevents in Area I, as well as an opportunityto win cool MWR giveaways. Forinformation, call 730-6514.

‘Putt 4 Dough’Camp Casey’s Indianhead Golf Course ishosting “Putt 4 Dough” starting at 8 a.m.July 9. You could be the winner of $10, 000 ifyou make three consecutive putts in a row.The first putt will be from a distance of 10feet; if the contestant makes the 10-foot puttthey advance to the second putt. Thesecond putt is from a distance of 25 feet. Ifthe contestant makes the second putt, theyadvance to the third and final putt from adistance of 50 feet. If all three putts aremade and all conditions have been met thecontestant will win $10,000. Visit CampCasey Golf Course to find out rules andregulations or to pick up a registration card.

Military offered cheap travel to AustraliaBy Tim HippsArmy News Service

ALEXANDRIA, Va. – Militarytravelers can now purchase vacationsto Australia for about the same cost as agetaway to Europe by visiting http://www.offdutytravel.com.

Authorized Morale, Welfare andRecreation patrons can go to the OffDuty Travel Web site and click on JointServices Travel Specials to begin a step-by-step process for building itinerariesto a vacation Down Under. Afterpreparing the itinerary, they can visit asupporting Information, Ticket andReservation office or Information,Tickets and Tours office to finalize thebooking, confirm arrangements and payfor the vacation.

“We’re estimating these packageswill be 10 to 30 percent less expensivethan anything else they’re going to beable to find,” said Dan Yount, chiefof Army Leisure Travel Services atthe U.S. Army Community and FamilySupport Center.

MWR patrons can purchase eight-day trips from Los Angeles to Sydney,including lodging at three- or four-starhotels with some tours, starting as lowas $1,300. It can be even moreaffordable for Soldiers on Rest andRecuperation leave from OperationIraqi Freedom and OperationEnduring Freedom.

“If someone is on R&R leave out ofeither Iraq or Afghanistan, thegovernment will fly them any place thatis shown as their destination on theirleave orders,” Yount explained. “Sowhen they’re planning their R&R leave,and enter Sydney, Australia, as the leavedestination, the Transportation Officewill arrange transportation to Sydney.”

“For Soldiers serving in Iraq andAfghanistan supporting OIF and OEF,this is a benefit that could be an once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to go on a greatvacation with Uncle Sam paying a majorpart of the expense.”

The Australian packages are aCombined Army, Navy and Marine Corps

Down Under Discount

ITR/ITT program available to active duty,members of the Reserve component,retired military, family members, andDepartment of Defense civilians.

“Any authorized MWR patron [who]can provide proof of DoD affiliation iseligible,” Yount said. “This kind of aproduct hasn’t been available on a lotof military bases since 1999 when theArmy and Navy parted company withcommercial travel contractors providingleisure travel services on manyinstallations. And it’s never been availableat a price this low.”

Military personnel assigned to OIFor OEF and approved to take authorizedR&R leave can click on the R&R TroopTravel link for more information. MWRpatrons can also click on the GreatTravel Deals link. The “deals” includenumerous vacation packages to all eightof Australia’s states.

Yount said there always will befluctuation in pricing based on theseason, but noted that there is no badtime to visit Australia.

“Australian seasons are the oppositeof ours, with winter occurring in June,July, and August, and summer startingin January,” Yount said. “Weatherpatterns are much milder than a winter

in the Northeastern United States or theMidwest.”

New York, Los Angeles and Honoluluare the embarkation points. Travelers canmake arrangements from their nearestairport as part of the travel package usinga Qantas code share partner or they maymake their own travel arrangements tothose destinations.

If travelers do not have access to alocal ITT or ITR office they can makearrangements via e-mail or telephone. Adeposit that includes the full price of theairline ticket and a percentage of the landpackages will be required upon booking.Travelers will have up to 45 days beforedeparture to finish paying for the package.

“Those who want to book a year outare going to be able to take their timepaying so it probably won’t be painfulat one time,” Yount said. “If a personwants to pay all at once and leave in aweek or two, that’s their privilege, too.If they make [the reservation] within 45days, they have to pay immediately.”

Yount said the Australian vacation’saffordability is tough to beat.

“We regard this opportunity as a greatexample of MWR in action providingaffordable, top-quality services andproducts at a price unavailable off base.”

Built for speed and strength, the kangaroo is an Australian icon and easily recognizable asone of the country’s national symbols.

COURTESY PHOTO

Camp Adventure begins MondayBy Sonnie Champignyy Sonnie Champignyy Sonnie Champignyy Sonnie Champignyy Sonnie ChampignyKorea Region MWR

YONGSAN – Morale, Welfare and Recreation’s Child & Youth Servicesprogram will kick off the end of the school year with the opening of “CampAdventure” Monday.

Camp Adventure is a program designed to bring summer camp to militarykids in Korea. Camp Adventure will be conducted until Aug. 19 in all AreaSupport Activity Child and Youth Services programs and also at the CampRed Cloud Community Activity Center.

Activities include swimming, sports, social activities, arts and crafts, andfield trips. The program is open to all eligible youth grades one through five.Registration will be held at the local CYS Central Registration Office.

The University of Northern Iowa operates the program. Counselors arecollege students from U.S. universities. The camp counselors go throughextensive background checks and training program before they become CampAdventure Counselors. For information, call the local CYS.

Film actor Stephen Lang brings to thestage the riveting stories of eightAmerican servicemen who received theMedal of Honor and went above andbeyond the call of duty.

The show will be at Osan Air Base at7 p.m. Friday; Camp Humphreys, 7 p.m.Saturday; Camp Casey’s Warrior’sClub, 7 p.m. Tuesday’ and the CampRed Cloud Theater at 2 and 6 p.m.Wednesday. The performanes arepresented by Morale, Welfare andRecreation. For information, call 725-5289.

Beyond Glorytells story behindMedals of Honor

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New leader assumes command of 3rd MICAMP HUMPHREYS – Lt. Col.

Steve Johns passed leadership of the 3rdMilitary Intelligence Battalion to Lt. Col.Deborah A. Myers during a change ofcommand ceremony on June 17.

Myers has begun her secondassignment with 3rd M.I. Col. StevenPeterson, 501st Military IntelligenceBrigade commander, said that Myersserved as Battalion S4, HeadquartersCompany Commander, BattalionExecutive Officer and Battalion S3earlier in her career.

“She returns to the battalion from herlast assignment as the Intelligence and

Security Command Aviation Officer [Ft.Belvoir, Va.],” he said, “with 19-yearsof knowledge and experience in both theaviation and military intelligence fields.”

“It is a great honor to be joiningthe ranks of those that serve in theWinged Vigilance Battalion,” saidMyers. “I’m excited to be a part ofthe 501st Military Intelligence Brigadeand the Camp Humphreyscommunities again.

The new commander thankedJohns, saying “you are relinquishingcommand of a first class unit and Iappreciate your hard work anddedication in leading them to theircurrent high state of readiness.”

By Roger EdwardsArea III Public Affairs

Lt. Col. Deborah Myers addresses Soldiers of the 3rd Military Intelligence Brigade and guestsduring a change of command ceremony Friday.

New 3rd Military Intelligence Brigade Commander, Lt. Col. Deborah Myers, receives the battalioncolors from outgoing commander Lt. Col. Steve Johns during a change of command ceremonyFriday.

By Roger EdwardsArea III Public Affairs

CAMP HUMPHREYS – Today’sSoldier depends on test equipmentto keep the high-tech Army readyto do its job. It’s critical.

The t roops a t the 95 thMaintenance Company, DetachmentPacific, are there to make sure thatequipment is accurate.

“ I f a to rs ion wrench i s no taccurate, a critical helicopter boltcould sheer off,” said Master Sgt.Clark Ware, Pacific Detachment,95 th Main tenance CompanyNCOIC. If an aircraft pitot ands ta t ic p ressure sys tem i s mis -calibrated then the pilot might thinkhe’s lower than he actually is orthat his rate of descent is slowerthan reality.”

The 12 Soldiers assigned to thedetachment are responsible for theaccuracy of approximately 600types of testing equipment used totest more than 6,000 tools used inArea III. These tools range fromtors ion wrenches to rad ios toaiming circles used on the Patriotmissile batteries.

The time necessary to ensure anitem’s accuracy ranges from half anhour for a torsion wrench to a weekor more for a radio test set.

“We’re one of the professionsl ike wri ters , movie makers andparachute packers , tha t t akes

persona l respons ib i l i ty for theaccuracy of our work,” said Ware.“Every piece of equipment we workon and send back to the field has asticker on it that gives the date itwas certified, the date it’s due tobe certified again and the signature

of the technic ian who d id thecertification.

“We s tay pre t ty busy,” hecontinued, “and if it’s something wecan’t certify, or that is outside ourrange of accuracy, we get rid of itor send it up to the next level.”

Ware uses a multimeter as anexample of levels of accuracy.“When we test a multimeter,” hesaid, “one volt passed through themeter must read one volt plus orminus three percent.

“There are meters though thatrequire higher levels of accuracy;no more than plus or minus one-quarter volt or no more than plusor minus four-one-thousands of avol t . These a re sen t to h igherlevels.”

The 95 th Main t . Co . has i t sheadquarters at Redstone Arsenal inAla., but supplies test technicians tolabs in all parts of the world.

The detachment has Soldiers hereand at camps Casey and Sears .There are also civilian techniciansassigned under the Pacific Regionto camps Carroll and Coiner inKorea, and Camp Zama in Japan.

Accuracy is name of game for Pacific Detachment, 95th Maint.Co.

Pfc. Shawn Wright calibrates a millivoltmeter in one of the lab trucks the detachment has availablefor field exercises or emergencies.



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Adult, Infant, Child CPR& First Aid Training

The American Red Cross offers firstaid and CPR training from 10 a.m. to 5p.m. Saturday, in Building 262. Cost forthe training is $35. Pre-pay is required.For information, call 753-7172.

Camp HumphreysFreedom Fest

The event will take place at the MainExchange Parking Lot.

Check with Morale, Welfare andRecreation offices, or the

Community Activity Center forcontest times, details and prizes.

Activities include:Thursday

Boxing smoker at the gym.July 1

50-Hour Beard Growing Contest8-Ball Doubles, Mixed Doubles Table

Tennis and FoosballJuly 2

Darts Clinic, Doubles Air Hockey,X-Box Marathon, One-Pitch Softball

at Soldier’s Park (July 2 and 3)Summer Basketball and Racket Ball

Tourneys (July 2-4), Chop Stick Skills,BK Wimpy Challenge (Burger EatingContest), Water Balloon Toss, No-Hands Kimchi Pie Eating Contest,

How Low Can You Go LimboJuly 3

Gaming Challenge – 3-PersonCutthroat Pool, Pocketless Korean

Pool, American 9-Ball, Patriotic MovieMarathon, Wrap Your Mummy,

Popeye’s Wing Challenge,Balloon Blowin, Apple Pie Eating,

Humphreys Fear FactorJuly 4

5, 10 and 20 K Run(Register at 7 a.m. Race at 8 a.m.)Lip Sync Contest, Pepper EatingContest, Humphreys Trivia, Unit

Humvee Pull, Miniature Golf (free),Open Bowling (free), Paintball on theLemon Lot Course (Gun, protectivegear and 50 paintball rounds free).

July 5SUWON HYUNDAI UNICORNS

Professional BaseballFree box seats, $10 per person includestransportation, box lunch. Reservationsmust be made by Monday. See the localCAC for information.

Camps Long and EagleJuly 1

Swim Meet Eagle Indoor PoolJuly 2

Samaksun Holiday Hike, DVD Moview/popcorn, American Pool, Table

Tennis, Darts and One Pitch SoftballTourniesJuly 3

Horseshoe, 4-on-4 Volleyball, Tug-O-War, X-Box/PS2, Chess, Korean Pool,

9-Ball, Spades TournamentsBig Glove Boxing, Mini-Golf, JoustingArena, Sumo Suits, Air Bubble Gym,

Dunk Tank and Pie Throwing.

The fireworks displaywill begin at 9 p.m.

Col. Peter W. Foreman hands over the cased colors of his former command, the 6th CavalryBrigade, to Lt. Gen. Charles C. Campbell, Eighth U.S. Army commander, as heassumes leadership of the 2nd Multifunctional Aviation Brigade.


MFAB Soldiers are ready to “fightany time, any place and under anycondi t ions .” He pra i sed bo thForeman and Col . David J .Abramowitz, 17th Aviation Brigadecommander for meeting missionrequirements and for maintainingreadiness in the midst of sweepingchange to Army aviation.

Abramowitz credited the strengthand ability of the Republic of Koreaforces as one of the e lementsrequired for the MFAB to become areal i ty. He said the MFAB is a“modular and responsive force,” and

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also expressed conf idence thatunder Foreman it will be the “besttrained in Korea and the Army.”

Foreman acknowledged that achapter in history was closing onthe cavalry. Mentioning the earliercavalry transformations from horseto trucks to mechanized vehiclesand attack helicopters, he said,“today we start our own legacy, butsome things won’t change.”

He closed by promising that hisSoldiers will “keep the powder dry, leanforward in the saddle and not hesitateto draw sabers if the need arises.”

“Someth ing t i es a l l cava l rySoldiers together,” observed Lt. Col.Bernard B. Banks, commander 3rd

Squadron, 6th Cavalry Brigadecommander.

“The 6 th Cava l ry cased i t scolors, but the spirit lives on in eachtrooper who will carry it forwardto the MFAB,” he continued.

The 6th Cavalry Brigade wasorganized in 1861 and participatedin 16 Civil War campaigns. After theCivil War, the 6th CAV moved westand spent thirty years policing thefrontier.

The regiment took part in theassault on San Juan Hill with TeddyRoosevelt’s Rough Riders in 1898and was later deployed to China andthe Philippines. Following return tothe United States, the unit patrolledthe Mexican border and was sentinto Mexico as part of the PunitiveExpedition to capture Pancho Villa.

The uni t deployed to Franceduring World War I where it servedin the rear echelon. After the war,the unit returned to Ft. Oglethorpe,Ga. until 1942 when it turned in thelast of i ts horses and was laterreorganized as the 6th Cavalry

6th Cavalry spirit continues to liveUnit a part of history since 1861

Group, Mechanized and the 6th and28th Cava l ry Reconna issanceSquadrons. Deploying to Europe in1944 , they took par t in f ivecampaigns and per formedoccupa t ion du t ies in Germanybecoming the 6th Armored Cavalryin 1948.

The 6th ARC returned to FortKnox, Ky from 1957 untilit was deactivated in1963. Reactivatedin 1967 thereg iment wasredesignated at the 6thCaval ry Br igade (AirCombat) in 1973.

Sixth Cavalry BrigadeHeadquarters moved itsflag to Korea in 1996and gained the 1s tSquadron , 6 thCavalry Brigade andthe 1st Battalion, 43rd Air DefenseArtillery. The 1st Battalion, 43rd AirDefense Artillery moved its flagunder the 35th Air Defense Brigadein December 2004.

Observing that CAV troopersfaced some of the most dangerousmissions and were always expectedto succeed, Banks looks to the

Area III Public Affairs future with the MFAB as a forwardsupport troop that will be able toc o n d u c t more miss ions wi tho t h e r uni t s ; main ta in a i r

assault security andinteract with Koreanunits.

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CAMP HUMPHREYS – Volunteersare the lifeblood of the American RedCross. The annual ARC volunteerrecognition held here June 15, drovethat point home when 60 volunteerswere credited with giving over 5,300hours to the community. Theestimated value to the command andcommunity is over $84,000.

“People volunteer for a variety ofreasons – to round out their resume,gain new skills, meet new people,maintain professional skills and givesomething back to the community,”said Susan Carter, Humphreys ARCstation manager.

Natalya Rackley has volunteeredover 600 hours in the Urgent CareClinic. She said she liked it very much,but is now interested in tryingsomething different. She hopes to finda volunteer opportunity in the legalfield since she plans to study law inthe future.

Another volunteer at the clinic,

Korean Augmentation to the U.S.Army Soldier Sgt. Yoo Jong-won,said he saw ARC volunteers helpingin the aftermath of the attack on thePentagon. Yoo, a nurse in civilian life,had put in over 50 hours at the UCCso far.

“I was inspired when I saw [ARCvolunteers] at the Pentagon. Now I’mproud to serve in a similar capacity,”Yoo said.

The clinic also benefits from thetwo days a week Tracy Robbins, aphysician’s assistant, volunteers. Shesees up to 12 patients a day includingorthopedic, gynecological andpreventive care patients. Whileenjoying her work and co-workers,Robbins is also maintaining herprofessional skills.

Kim Cryer is one of the volunteersin the Dental Clinic. She is exploringa new career field during her 600 hourcertification program.

Many of the vo lun teers a reinstructors concentrating in first aidand CPR classes. Sgt. Vincenzo

Mogavero, 249th Military PoliceDetachment , sa id he ge t s a“good fee l ing teachingsomebody l i fe-saving ski l ls .They might be able to save a lifeone day.”

Chief Warrant Officer 4 JonEmond, Company A, 602ndAviation Support Battalion, is theHome Alone instructor. He workswith youth, ages 10 and over, andfinds them very easy to work with.

Master Sgt. Clark Ware, 95thMaintenance Company, was onhand to accept a certificate onbehalf of the company for theirvolunteer efforts with ARC.

“No matter what your skills orno matter how much time you canvolunteer, there’s a place for youat American Red Cross,” saidCarter. The next ARC volunteerorientation will be held at 1:30p.m. Sunday, in Building 262. Forinformation on volunteeropportunities with the AmericanRed Cross, call Carter at 753-7172.

By Susan BarkleyArea III Public Affairs

Red Cross recognizes volunteer contributions

Master Sgt. Clark Ware, 95th Maintenance CompanyDetachment Pacific NCOIC, accepts a certificate onbehalf of his unit. The unit was recognized for itsvolunteer efforts with the Camp Humphreys chapterof the American Red Cross.

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Anseong City is sponsoring a special free Namsadang Noriperformance July 16, for Camp Humphreys Soldiers,

civilians and family members. Transportation will beprovided. Namsadang Nori was Korea’s first professional

entertainment troupe for the common people. From theearly days of the Joseon Dynasty (1392 to 1910) troupeswould travel from place to place performing in towns and

villages across the country. The performance combinesrope dancing, tumbling, a puppet play, a drama, musicand dancing into an evening of entertainment. To attend,provide your unit S3 with your name, rank and telephone

number. This information must be received by July 7. Thoseattending will leave Camp Humphreys from the Area III

headquarters parking lot (Bldg. 251) at 5:30 p.m. and willreturn at around 10 p.m. Food will not be served although

there are Korean restaurants nearby. Eat early or bringKorean Won. Dress is casual.

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John Clark, a retired Air Force master sergeant, is one of 30retirees to enjoy free food, beverages, bowling and golf Saturdayduring the first annual Retiree Appreciation Day. The event wassponsored by the Dragon Chapter of the Non-commissionedOfficer Association in appreciation of retirees’ service.

Capt. Joe Rush, wife Shelly and daughter Savannah, enjoy freeFather’s Day mini-golf Sunday.

Brig. Gen. Steven Anderson, deputy commanding general,Headquarters, USFK (Advance Element), congratulatesHumphreys American Elementary School graduating 6th-graderOren Bradshaw, with a copy of the American Heritage CollegiateDictionary. Dictionaries were presented to each 6th gradegraduate by the Association of the United States Army.

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Army celebrates 230th birthday with bash, ballSoldiers from throughout Area IV gathered together

June 14 and again Saturday to celebrate the U.S.Army’s 230th birthday.

The 19th Theater Support Command and the AreaIV Support Activity hosted the Army BirthdayCelebration on Camp Walker’s Kelly Field June 14.Participants from throughout Area IV attended the all-day bash, which featured a mix of ceremony, sports,food and entertainment for Soldiers, civilians and familymembers alike.

During the opening ceremony, Soldiers conducteda streamer ceremony that paid honor to the history ofthe U.S. Army, punctuated by artillery provided by the62nd and 70th Homeland Reserve Divisions from the2nd Republic of Korea Army.

“I feel like it is a big honor to do something like thisthat very few Soldiers would be picked for,” said Spc.Ne’keda Gundy, 19th TSC, who participated in thestreamer ceremony.

Before releasing the Soldiers for a day filled withsporting events and games, such as softball, tug-of-war, a 5 kilometer run, horseshoes and checkers, Brig.Gen. Timothy P. McHale, 19th TSC commandinggeneral, addressed the crowd.

“Whether you hit a home run today or you scorethe winning goal or you stand on the sidelines andcheer your team on, that dedication to the man orwoman on your flank will carry over to the battlefield,”he said.

Following the day’s competitions, Col. Donald J.Hendrix, Area IV Support Activity commander,presented awards to the first, second and third placewinners in each event.

McHale then presented the Highest ParticipationAward to the 307th Signal Battalion and theCommander’s Cup for Small Unit to the Area IVSupport Activity. The Commander’s Cup for LargeUnit also went to the 307th Signal Battalion.

Afterward, the Champion TaeKwonDo PerformanceTeam and the honor guard and band from the

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Area IV to celebrate Independence Day with variety of events

Headquarters, 2nd Republic of Korea Army, entertainedthe crowd before the closing ceremony at 3:30 p.m.

Soldiers, American and Korean alike, enjoyed theday.

“It was a good chance for me to learn the historyof U.S. Army by joining the Army BirthdayCelebration,” said Pfc. Kim Han-kyun, 20th AreaSupport Group. “It was also good to see theatmosphere of teamwork with American Soldiers whenwe’re playing sporting events the whole day here.”

Master Sgt. Sheppard Lawrence, 19th TSC, agreed.

“I think it’s a great event for remembering the birthdayof the Army, especially when Soldiers can gettogether,” he said.

Continuing the celebration, the U.S. Army BirthdayBall-South took place Saturday at the GS Plaza Hotelin Daegu. More than 500 Soldiers, civilians and familymembers attended the event.

The ball featured traditional elements, such asthe cutting of the Army birthday cake and payingtribute to fallen comrades. This ball contained a fewsuprises, however, like a live video teleconferencewith the Sergeant Major of the Army, Kenneth O.Preston, and a reenlistment ceremony for 19Soldiers.

Overall, the ball appeared to be a success.“It was my first time participating in the birthday

ball,” said Spc. Marsha Delahaye-Christie, 19th TSC.“I thought the telecommunication with (SergeantMajor of the Army) Preston was cool, because it waslive and not some taped video shown to us. Also, thecolor guards were all sergeant majors, which wassomething new.”

“This Army birthday ball was great, because wehad a lot of participation from different units, leadersand noncommissioned officers,” said Maj. MichaelCharles, 19th TSC, who agreed that the highlight wasthe message from Preston.

“There were a lot of events going on, but the highestaspect was the telecommunication with SMA Preston,”Charles said. “He was in his mess dress, early in themorning in his office, which showed that he cared alot for the Soldiers.”

To cap off the evening, participants joined togetherto sing the Army Song, concluding the U.S. Army’s230th birthday celebration.

“Celebrating the Army’s Birthday is a remarkableevent that brings Soldiers together to remember whywe fought so hard over 200 years ago to defend OldGlory,” said Staff Sgt. Karen Fairbanks, Area IVSupport Activity. “Regardless of where we are in theworld, it is something we continue to do today after230 years.”

The Champion TaeKwonDo Performance Team puts on ademonstration at the U.S. Army’s 230th Birthday celebration onCamp Walker’s Kelly Field June 14.

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CAMP WALKER – An array ofevents and activities to mark America’sbirthday and the Independence Dayholiday are slated throughout Area IVJuly 1-4.

The featured event, Camp Walker’sLiberty Fest, will include rockets, reggaeand rap at Kelly Field July 4. (See Page28 for a full Area IV schedule of events.)

Platinum-selling reggae artist Shaggyand guest, rapper Petey Pablo, headlinethe event. The show begins at 7 p.m.on Kelly Field (inclement weatherlocation is Kelly Fitness Center).Following the show, the performers willsign autographs and two round-trip

By Galen PutnamArea IV Public Affairs

Shaggy, Petey Pabloheadline Liberty Fest

airline tickets to anywhere in the UnitedStates will be given away.

Festivities conclude with fireworksat 9:30 p.m.

In addition to the headlineentertainment, Morale, Welfare andRecreation-sponsored bands willperform from 1-6:45 p.m. includingITS, a rhythm and blues group, fromCleveland and Visage Band from thePhilippines.

The day begins at 8 a.m. with theFirecracker Five-Kilometer Run andWalk at Kelly Field. Other sportingevents, which run from 11 a.m. to 3p.m., include sand pit volleyball, an 800-meter relay race, a 3x3 basketballtournament, a boxing smoker and more.

Additional entertainment throughoutthe afternoon includes inflatable gamesfor kids, Korean wrestling, carnivalgames, adult tricycle races, tug-of-war,

watermelon-eating contest, hot pepper-eating contest, old-fashioned picnicgames, karaoke, and a balloon toss.Food and beverages will be available topurchase.

The Shaggy and Petey Pablo concertwill be held rain or shine barringextensive rain. If the fireworks arecancelled because of rain on Monday,they will be shot off on Tuesday at thesame time.

U.S. Forces Korea identificationcardholders, including Koreanemployees, will be permitted to escortup to 10 Korean guests onto CampWalker after completing a form thatwas distributed to tenant units on Daeguinstallations. The sponsor mustcomplete an installation access formeliminating the need for guests to leavetheir Korean identification cards withthe gate guard. Guests will not be

permitted to drive their automobiles onthe installation.

A bus will transport people fromCamp Hialeah to Daegu for the LibertyFest. Seats are provided first-come,first-served. The bus will depart theCamp Hialeah Community ActivitiesCenter at noon and will leave the CampWalker Main Exchange parking lot at 10p.m. for the return trip.

Camp Hialeah will also celebrateIndependence Day with a series ofactivities throughout the installation 9a.m. – 9 p.m. July 2. The day beginswith the Firecracker Fun Run andincludes softball, racquetball, beachvolleyball by the pool, children’s gamesand more.

Camp Carroll will hold a freeIndependence Day Picnic at 11:30a.m. July 1 , a t the CommunityActivities Center.

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Q&A with enigma, icon Henry RollinsNEO Training

Army Community Service will conductNoncombatant Evacuation OperationTraining10-11 a.m. Thursday at CampHialeah’s Army Community Service,Bldg. #224. For information or toregister, call Bo Standifer at 763-3571 or763-7406.

YS Summer CampsFour middle school camps will beoffered to 6th - 8th grade students thissummer. Camps are one week long andeach costs $25 including morningsnacks and field trip fees. Campsinclude: All About Fashion, July 11-15;Soccer Camp, July 18- 22; BasketballCamp, August 15-19; Golf Camp, August22- 26. For information, call VictorTaitano at 764-5721.

Junior Golf ProgramThe Evergreen Golf Club will conductits 2005 Junior Golf Program July 11-15for golfers age 5-17. Registration andpayment of fees will take place 5:30 p.m.July 8 at the Evergreen Golf Course ProShop. Registration fee of $25 includesinstruction, amenities bag, awards andparty. For information, call Ray Cragunat 764-4601 or the Golf Shop at 764-4628.

Sure StartThe Taegu American School Sure Startprogram is accepting applications forfall 2005. Children must be four years ofage or older by Oct. 31. Applicants mustbe military command sponsored andhave ranks between E-1 and E-4. Classsize is limited. Applications are due byAug. 5. For information, call the schoolat 768-9501.

Camp Carroll PoolHours

Hours for the Camp Carroll indoor poolare 5:30 a.m. – 8 p.m. Monday, Tuesday,Wednesday and Friday. Outdoor poolhours are 11:30 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. daily.For information, call Mark Juliano 765-8118.

Rape, Drug and FraudAwareness Briefings

The 20th Military Police Detachment(Criminal Investigation Division) onCamp Henry offers rape, drug and fraudawareness briefings upon request. Allcommanders and first sergeants areencouraged to schedule these briefingsfor the unit. To schedule a briefing orfor information, call James Seaton at768-8225.

Korea Theater SupportCenter Tech Help

If you are experiencing computerproblems at work, the Korea TheaterSupport Center can solve your technicalissues. Dial TECH (8324) from any DSNphone for technical support. Forinformation, call 2nd Lt. Frank Barrell at764-4433.

“I’ve never hadanything to divert mefrom a real flat-outtrajectory.” – Henry Rollins

Punk rock vocalisthas evolved intoactor, poet, author

CAMP WALKER – Renaissanceman Henry Rollins -- American punkrock icon, actor, author, poet andspeaker, stopped in Korea during athree-nation tour of the Pacific to meetwith United States Forces Koreapersonnel. Rollins held six meet andgreet sessions from throughout thepeninsula June 15-16.

While at the Camp Walker DiningFacility June 15, Rollins took the timeto meet with The Morning CalmWeekly. (For more on Rollins, seerelated article, Page 6).

Morning Calm Weekly: You havehad a very diverse career as a musician,actor, author, publisher, producer andmuch more. What aspect of your careerhas been the most rewarding?

Henry Rollins: Of all the things Ido, or have done, the most fun isperforming live with a band. It’s likebeing at a theme park. It’s exciting. Theother work has been really cool but if Ionly did the band stuff I’d be bored.That’s why I do everything else. I tryto stay a little bit off balance so when Iget slightly bored with one thing, it’stime to do the next thing. I try not tostagnate.

MCW: You were a member of oneof the preeminent American punk rockbands Black Flag, coming from thatbackground how did you end upbranching more sedate pursuits likewriting and spoken word performing?

HR: Just rabidcuriosity, insatiablecuriosity. I’ve donemovies, books, TV,radio, you name it.I’m just interested ina lot of stuff. Anybook I haven’t read, I want to read it.Any country I haven’t been to I wantto visit. Also, in the 80s, a lot of peoplein music and a lot of people in musicaround me were getting really wastedon some pretty dangerous drugs andgetting into the alcohol lifestyle. I neverdid any of that. I was on stage for 26shows a month trying to be great so Iavoided a lot of the stuff that sidelinespeople. I’ve never been married and Idon’t have any kids so I’ve never hadanything to divert me from a real flat-out trajectory.

MCW: What are some of the placesyou’ve visited on your five USO tours?

HR: I’ve been to Afghanistan twotimes, I’ve been on two visits toKurdistan. I’ve also been to Qatar, AbuDhabi (part of the United ArabEmirates), Iraq, Kuwait, Honduras andnow Korea. On the rest of this trip will

Musician, actor and author Henry Rollins (left) signs a stack of books June 15 at the Camp Walker DiningFacility for Brian Mathewuse, a Veterans Affairs official who was in Daegu to present benefits briefings.

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be Japan, Guam and Okinawa.MCW: In 1994 you won a Grammy

for your spoken word recording “Get inthe Van: On the Road with Black Flag.”That must have been an exciting moment.

HR: No. Trophies for artisticachievement really bug me. I have nouse for those things. I gave my managerthe Grammy because at the time he hada fireplace. I said ‘you have a mantle. Idon’t have a mantle. This would lookgood on your mantle.’ So I gave it tohim. After I saw Cheryl Crow walk offwith an armload of them I knew thatthey were just bull (deleted).

MCW: Your big break in music camewhen you became the lead singer ofBlack Flag. The way you got the gig ispretty interesting. Tell us about it.

HR: They weremy favorite band andthey were myfriends. They wouldcome through townwith no money andno place to sleep and

we would put them up. One time, BlackFlag was not going to play my hometownof Washington D.C. so I drove up tosee them in New York and they playedan after hours show in a small bar downthe street from where they did the realgig. The sun was coming up and I hadto drive five hours down to D.C. to goto work. So I said ‘hey, play this songfor me,’ it was a song about going towork called “Clocked In.’ They said ‘thisis for Henry because he’s gotta go towork.’ I kinda looked at the singer andlooked at the mike and he went ‘yeah,you better sing it’ so I hopped up thereand sang it the way I thought it ought tobe done with veins popping. The bandsaid ‘damn’ and a few days later theycalled me at work and said ‘hey, werestill up in New York and Dez, the singer,wants to play rhythm guitar and wereauditioning singers. We like what you did

the other night. Do you wanna come uphere and audition?’ I thought ‘ there’snothing I have to lose here.’ I had aminimum wage job scooping ice cream.So I said, ‘yeah, I’ll roll the dice.’ So Iwent up there and sang two sets at somelittle place in the East Village and theysaid ‘you’re in.’ I went back down toD.C. on the Amtrak, quit my job, gaveaway most of my possessions and lefttown a few days later with a duffel bagfilled with some clothes. That was July1981 and I never looked back.

MCW: From a guy who attendedmilitary school as a kid, what do youhave to say to the Soldiers servingoverseas?

HR: I’m their fan and I want themall to come home safe. I want them allhome in one piece because I’ve seenotherwise. Basically, I want to say thankyou. They always go ‘thanks forcoming’ and I say ‘no, thanks for whatyou do, for keeping us safe.

MCW: You mentioned you have neverdone drugs or alcohol and try to live ahealthy lifestyle. Why do you think thatis so important?

HR: Whenever I was offered drugsI was like ‘what, are you kidding?’ Iwant to be in control. I’ve always beenvery ambitious, like with Black Flag. Wewanted to be the best band in the world.We were there to kick ass. That is howI am with everything I do. I have to beon top of things. I have an obligationnightly to be on stage at eight o’clockand to be great without a sword ofDamocles hanging over my head. I wasin California during the 80s and Iwatched people crash and burn, goodpeople too, creative people who just lostit and it was sad to see. Some of themdied. Some overdosed, some committedsuicide it’s really sad because I wish theywere all still around. It’s just too bad.Doing the drugs and alcohol neveroccurred to me as a way to succeed.

By Galen PutnamArea IV Public Affairs

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6th Ordnance Battalion welcomes new commander, CSM

CAMP HENRY – The 6th Ordnance Battalionwelcomed a new leader June 13, as Lt. Col. Mark E.Talkington assumed command from Lt. Col. S.B. Kellerin a change of command ceremony at Camp Carroll’sStory Field.

Talkington’s previous assignment was as deputycommander of the XVIII Airborne Corps DistributionCommand, Logistical Support Area, Camp Anaconda,Iraq. Prior to his deployment to Iraq, he served as thedeputy commander, 2nd Corps Support MaterialManagement Center, 1st Corps Support Command,Fort Bragg, N.C., and as the Combat Service Supporttransformation officer for 1st COSCOM and XVIIIAirborne Corps.

Keller’s next assignment will be with the G4(Logistics) Directorate, Department of the Army, atthe Pentagon, Washington, D.C.

The battalion also welcomed a new seniornoncommissioned officer as Command Sgt. Maj.William A. Cole took responsibility from CommandSgt. Maj. Reginald C. Battle in a change of responsibilityceremony held in conjunction with the change ofcommand.

Cole previously served as the Area IV SupportActivity Directorate of Plans, Training, Mobilizationand Security sergeant major at Camp Henry. Battle’snext assignment will be as 59th Ordnance Brigadecommand sergeant major at Redstone Arsenal,Huntsville, Ala.

Talkington was commissioned as a secondlieutenant in the Ordnance Corps in 1986 upongraduating from Illinois State University. He also earneda master of science degree in logistics management

By Pvt. Park Kwang-moArea IV Public Affairs

from the FloridaInstitute ofTechnology.

He has served ina variety ofcommand and staffpositions includingplatoon leader andexecutive officerwith the 833rdOrdnance Company,Seneca Army Depot,N.Y.; operationsofficer, 64thOrdnance Company, Fischbach, Germany; logisticsofficer of the 197th Ordnance Battalion, Pirmasens,Germany; company commander of the 191st OrdnanceBattalion and Reserve Storage Activity, Miesau,Germany; assistant inspector general; and secretaryof the general staff at the Industrial OperationsCommand, Rock Island Arsenal, Ill.

His military education includes the Ordnance OfficerBasic and Advance Courses, the Combined ArmsServices Staff School, the Inspector General Course,the Logistics Executive Development Course, theCommand and General Staff College, and the Airborneand Air Assault Schools.

Talkington’s awards and decorations include theDefense Meritorious Service Medal (with three oakleaf clusters), the Meritorious Service Medal, the ArmyCommendation Medal, the Army Achievement Medal,the Armed Forces Service Medal, the Global War onTerrorism Expeditionary Medal, the Iraqi CampaignMedal, the National Defense Service Medal, the ArmySuperior Unit Award, the Parachutist Badge, the Air

Assault Badge and the Order of Samuel Sharpe Award.The 6th Ordnance Battalion exercises command and

control of six ordnance companies throughout theRepublic of Korea. The battalion performs ammunitionstock accountability, visibility and surveillancefunctions throughout the peninsula.

The battalion’s mission is ammunition accountability,surveillance and maintenance supervision. Itssubordinate units coordinate directly with the Republicof Korea Army units who receive, store, issue andtransport the ammunitions in accordance with the SingleAmmunition Logistics System-Korea.

The Battalion is also responsible for monitoring theChinhae Ammunition Pier, located on a Republic ofKorea Naval Base near Chinhae, for explosive safetyduring off-loads.

Lt. Col. Mark E. Talkington

Soldiers from the 6th Ordnance Battalion pass in review duringthe unit’s change of command ceremony June 13 at CampCarroll’s Story Field.

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Walrod takes reins of307th Signal Battalion

Lt. Col. Timothy Walrod

By Pvt. Park Kwang-moArea IV Public Affairs

CAMP HENRY – The 307th SignalBattalion held a change of commandceremony June 20 at Camp Carroll’s StoryField to welcome its new commander.

Lt. Col. Timothy W. Walrod assumedcommand from Lt. Col. Rick T. King.

Walrod’s previous assignment was U.S.Defense Information Systems Agencyliaison to Canada, in Ottawa, the nation’scapitol.

King’s next assignment will be as a staffofficer for the Joint Chiefs of StaffCommand, Control, Communications, andComputer Systems Directorate at thePentagon.

Walrod was commissioned in the U.S.Army in 1987 when he graduated from theVirginia Military Institute with a bachelor ofscience degree in electrical engineering.

He has served in a variety of commandand staff positions including, G-6 level inthe 82nd Airborne Division, 3rd InfantryDivision, 1st Infantry Division andMultinational Division North in Bosnia-Herzegovina, and has been a battalion andbrigade signal officer. He has also served instaff positions from battalion to Departmentof the Army level in airborne, infantry,

engineer, signal and in combined/joint units.He graduated from the Command and

General Staff College with a master of militaryart and science in the military spaceapplications, theJoint andC o m b i n e dWarfare School,Combined ArmsStaff ServicesSchool, and the82nd AirborneDivision AdvancedAirborne Course.

Wa l r o d ’ sawards anddecorations include the Bronze Star, theMeritorious Service Medal, the Canadian ViceChief of Defense Staff Commendation, andthe German Army Schützenschnur in Gold.

The 307th Signal Battalion installs,operates, maintains and defends tacticaltheater level command and controlcommunications systems and computers insupport of the United Nations Command,the Combined Forces Command, U. S.Forces Korea, and Eighth U.S. Armycommanders during armistice, conflict andpost conflict operations.

Area IV Independence Day activitiesCamp Carroll, July 1Independence Day Picnic (free),

11:30 a.m., CACCamp Hialeah, July 2Firecracker Fun Run, 9-10 a.m.,

Fitness CenterFamily Games (YS.), 11 a.m.-4

p.m., Busan PubInflatable Games, 11a.m.-4 p.m.,

Busan PubTrain Rides, 11a.m.-4 p.m., Busan

PubSoftball Tournament, 11:30 a.m.,

Fitness CenterCommunity Barbecue, 11:30 a.m.-

3 p.m., Busan PubLive Band & DJ, noon -4 p.m.,

Busan PubBeach Volleyball, 1 p.m.,

Swimming PoolPool Tournament, 1-2 p.m., CACTug-of-War, 1-2 p.m., Custer FieldOld Fashion Picnic Games, 1-3

p.m., Busan PubHorseshoe Tourney, 2-3 p.m., CACWater Basketball, 2:30 p.m.,

Swimming PoolFoosball Tournament, 3- 4 p.m.,

CACRacquetball Tournament, 4 p.m.,

Fitness CenterDart Tournament, 4-5 p.m., CACKaraoke Contest, 5-9 p.m., Busan

Pub

Camp Walker, July 4Firecracker Fun Run, 8 a.m.,

Kelly FieldSand Pit Volleyball Tournament,

11 a.m., Kelly Field3-on-3 Basketball Tournament,

11 a.m., Youth Services B-BallCourt

800 Meter Relay Race, 1 p.m.,Kelly Field

Rumble on the ROK Open BoxingCompetition, 3 p.m., Kelly Gym

Community Barbecue, 11:30a.m.-8 p.m., Kelly Field

Live Band & DJ, 1-6:45 p.m.,Kelly Field

Carnival Games, 1-7 p.m., KellyField

Children’s Ballet Demonstration,1–1:30 p.m., Kelly Field

Family Games, 1:30–2 p.m., KellyField

Old Fashioned Picnic Games, 2-3 p.m., Kelly Field

Celebrity Concert featuringShaggy & Petey Pablo, 7- 9 p.m.,Kelly Field

Autograph Session and GrandPrize Give Away for two round triptickets to anywhere in the UnitedStates, 9 p.m., Kelly Field

Fireworks Display, 9:30 p.m.,Kelly Field (rain date -- 9:30 p.m.July 5)

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