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 BRAC Community Update  Mark your calendar for the Feb. 2 BRAC Community Update. Join us Tuesday at 3 p.m. at the National Infantry Museum to learn more about our progress as we grow the Maneuver Center of Excellence. The event is free and open to the public.
One Force, One Fight! Hooah
Major General Michael Ferriter
Commanding General
Maneuver Center of Excellence | Ft. Benning, Georgia | |
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 Though President Barack Obama announced a three-year discretionary federal spending freeze during his State of the Union Message last night, it won't apply to defense spending. The initiative, to begin next year, won't affect national security programs, the president told a joint session of Congress gathered at the Capitol for the address.
While not revealing specifics about the fiscal 2011 budget request he'll send to Congress on Feb. 1, the president made clear he will ensure warfighters have what they need to succeed. He also emphasized his continuing support for veterans programs. * Click on headline for more *
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 CSM Mark Horsley became the 21st commandant of the Henry Caro Noncommissioned Officer Academy during a change of command ceremony Tuesday at Ridgway Hall. He will continue to serve as the commandant of the U.S. Army Noncommissioned Officer Academy at Fort Knox, Ky., until it conducts its last course Oct. 26. Horsley replaces CSM Zoltan James, who is retiring. During the ceremony James, who became the commandant in April 2008, received a Meritorious Service Medal.
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 Batteries can die, signals can fade and global-positioning equipment can malfunction at inconvenient times. That's why Soldiers with B Company, 3rd Battalion, 47th Infantry Regiment, 192nd Infantry Brigade, spent Tuesday in the woods armed with compasses and maps. "Electronics break down, computers aren't always guaranteed," said SSG Lance Walker, a drill sergeant with B Company. "These Soldiers need to know how to orient themselves with a map. It's always good to know where you are and what your mission is."
The Soldiers learned the basics of map reading and using a compass Monday before setting out on the 1.5-kilometer navigation course on Sand Hill Tuesday. The course contains 53 points spread out among forested, uneven marshland. The Soldiers, in squads of five, had to find three out of five assigned points in order to complete the day portion of the training and two out of three points during night navigation, said SFC Matt McMurray, a drill sergeant with the company. * Click on headline for more *
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 Your students get regular report cards; now, their schools will, too. Thanks to an initiative launched this month by the Department of Defense Education Activity, parents can check the progress of their children's schools with online, school-based report cards. The report cards feature the school's TerraNova and SAT scores, demographics and improvement goals for the year. "It's so 21st century - it opens DoDEA up to the world," said Debra Alexander, instructional systems support for Domestic Dependent Elementary and Secondary Schools. "I believe this is going to be an excellent tool for parents and students," Alexander said. "It's an effort for transparency and accountability, informing parents of our schools' goals, overall student achievement and continued growth DoDEA-wide. Parents may now arrive at their new assignments well-informed about the schools their children will attend." * Click on headline for more * ______________________________________________
U.S. Army engineers in collaboration with their Navy counterparts hope to open the gates of cognitive radio development to academia, industry and other DoD organizations by building a universal radio test-bed this year.
The Communications-Electronics Research, Development and Engineering Center's Software Defined Radio lab will work with the Navy Research Lab to transfer previous development done on the Joint Tactical Radio System to the GNU Radio's open source, free software environment. * Click on headline for more *
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 Germany-Who would have guessed the descendant of a Polish slave laborer during World War II would one day grow-up to become an officer in the U.S. Army? Spc. Magdalena A. McMillon, Radiology Specialist at the U.S. Army Health Clinic-Schweinfurt, learned she is destined for Officer Candidate School (OCS) after submitting a packet, writing an essay, and appearing before a board Nov. 19, 2009, as part of the 7th Army Joint Multinational Training Command's (JMTC) OCS selection board. McMillon was selected for a direct commission and Officer Candidate School. "Anything, anything is possible, she says. "When we have dreams we should follow them." * Click on headline for more *
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 The Columbus Lions and Operation Homefront are teaming up to offer children of active-duty military a chance to be a part of an all-military arena football team in the Youth Football League at the Columbus Civic Center. Sponsored by Operation Homefront and other various organizations, the equipment and jerseys will be provided at no charge. Registration cost is free. The idea for the all-military team, named the Patriots, is the brainchild of Kim Scofi, president of the Operation Homefront Georgia chapter and Lions' head coach and youth football league director Jason Gibson. "(sponsoring) the team is a way to thank children for their sacrifices and thank them for their strength while their parent is deployed," Scofi said. * Click on headline for more *
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 We've noticed a bit of warmer weather lately, lots of rain and generally people are starting to think about spring. This doesn't mean that the flu season has left us behind. In fact, January 10 to16, marked National Immunization Week and the general campaign not only focused on recommended immunizations, but also on H1N1 and seasonal flu. "People need to keep in mind, we are not out of the influenza window yet. Everyone needs to remain vigilant in the basic preventative steps such as washing their hands, using hand sanitizer and coughing into a tissue or into their elbow sleeves," said COL Kyle Campbell, chief of staff at the Medical Department Activity.
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| New 3rd Brigade "Sledgehammer" Web site
Check out the 3rd Brigade Heavy Combat Team Web site created as a resource for the Families of the deployed Soldiers to find Sledgehammer information all in one place. You can see the latest photos, videos, blog and Facebook postings provided by the 3rd Brigade's Public Affairs Officers.
https://www.benning.army.mil/3hbct3id/
* Because of security restrictions, the YouTube section is not available on Fort Benning or Army Networks. *
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| Fort Benning Facebook page; 10K Strong
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If so, then our Facebook book page is full of people just like you. Many spouses, relatives, Army Civilians and Soldiers share their experiences and good info with folks every day. I heard you have a good story to share, and we want to hear it. Join the "Family" and help us get started on our way to 20,000 fans.
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Knology - Channel 17 MediaCom - Channel 21. In Alabama watch the Benning Report on Troy University Television, Thursday & Friday evenings. To contact Fort Benning TV, email us at BENN.PAO@us.army.mil
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DFMWR Events
It may be winter but it's time to start training now for the annual Reverse Sprint Triathlon on June 5. This race consists of a 5K run, 20K bike ride and a 550M swim and is open to individuals, teams and Families. For more information call 706-545-4388.
Join the free paintball battle action in the Woodlands off Dixie Rd. on Feb. 2 from 1 to 5 p.m. Paintball equipment and supplies are available at Outdoor Recreation. For more information call 706-545-9636.
It's Super Bowl Sunday on Feb. 7 at the Benning Brew Pub. There's no cover charge to watch the big game on the hi-def TV's. The doors open at 5 p.m. Come early to get a seat. For more information call 706-687-1233.
All Fort Benning teens are encouraged to attend the Teen Town Hall meeting on Feb. 11 at Youth Services, Bldg. 1056 at 5:30 p.m. This is your chance for your voice to be heard about the issues and programs that concern you! For more information call 706-545-3070.
Celebrate Valentine's Day with a special gourmet brunch at the Benning Conference Center on Feb. 14. The cost is $14.95 per person. Children 6 to 12 are half price and children 5 and under eat for free. Brunch is served from 10 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. and reservations are requested. For more information call 706-682-0640.
February lunchtime quarter Bingo is going every Monday through Friday at the Pins & Daubers starting at noon. The $5 buy-in fee includes a hamburger or cheeseburger combo meal from the Mall Bowling Center. The highest cash-out customer will receive 3 February Bingo packets. Pins & Daubers is located between the Commissary Mall and the Mall Bowling Center on Marne Rd. For more information call 706-544-1964.
Critically acclaimed R&B artist Leigh Jones and award-winning hip hop group Animate Objects perform a free concert on Feb. 13 at Wetherby Field. This I. A.M. Strong Tour is open to everyone in the tri-city community. Brought to you by the US Army, there is no ID check to attend this concert. Gates open at 6 p.m. and the show starts at 7. For detailed driving directions to Wetherby Field click on the maps link at www.benningmwr.com.
All Fort Benning teens are encouraged to attend the Teen Town Hall meeting on Feb. 11 at Youth Services, Bldg. 1056 at 5:30 p.m. This is your chance for your voice to be heard about the issues and programs that concern you! For more information call 706-545-3070.
Celebrate Valentine's Day with a special gourmet brunch at the Benning Conference Center on Feb. 14. The cost is $14.95 per person. Children 6 to 12 are half price and children 5 and under eat for free. Brunch is served from 10 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. and reservations are requested. For more information call 706-682-0640.
Join the free paintball battle action in the Woodlands off Dixie Rd. on Feb. 2 from 1 to 5 p.m. Paintball equipment and supplies are available at Outdoor Recreation. For more information call 706-545-9636.
Tryouts for the Fort Benning youth baseball teams will be held Feb. 16 to 19 from 5:30 to 7 p.m. at the Sports Complex. All CYSS members 8 to 14 years old are welcome to try out. For more information call 706-545-1853.
It's free admission on Feb. 20 to watch the UFC match on the Benning Brew Pub's large screen TV's. While there, try one of the Pub's special micro brews. The doors open at 5 p.m. and stay open late. For more information call 706-687-1233.
Better Opportunities for Single Soldiers holds the monthly BOSS installation meeting on Feb. 24 at the Kelley Hill Recreation Center, Building 9079, at 2 p.m. All BOSS MSC representatives are required to attend or send an alternate to the event. Fort Benning strongly supports BOSS and allows all Soldiers who volunteer for BOSS activities, the time to participate in these events. BOSS events are open to all interested people, military or civilian. For more information about BOSS call 706-544-1411.
The next CG Golf Scramble is Feb. 25 at the Fort Benning Golf Course, with a shotgun start at noon. The cost is $30 if paid by the day before the event or $35 the day of the event, and includes cart, green fees, two mulligans, food and prizes. Stop by the Fort Benning Golf Course to register or call 706-687-1940 for more information.
Learn the fine art of Geocaching on Feb. 27 at Uchee Creek. This free event is open to the public and features caches hidden throughout the Uchee Creek Campground and Marina. Register online at www.benningmwr.com or call 706-545-7978 for more information.
Sayers Memorial Library is holding a Dr. Seuss birthday party on March 2 at 11 a.m. There will be stories, games and birthday cake. Then come back at 6 p.m. for an Easter egg hunt and don't forget to bring a basket. Both events are free. For more information call 706-545-4911.
The Kelley Hill Rec Center is holding a Scrapbooking and Card Making Class on March 2 from 6 to 8 p.m. Learn how to make beautiful handcrafted cards for just $10. Childcare is available for a minimal fee. Register at Kelley Hill Rec Center by Feb. 26 or call 706-544-3079 for more information.
Teens are invited to "Hoop it Up" in a 3-on-3 basketball tournament every other Friday night starting March 5 at the Smith Fitness Center. The fun is free and runs from 8 to 11 p.m. For more information call 706-545-1853.
The Uchee Creek Archery Club is holding a Pro/Am archery shoot March 5 through 7 starting at 8:30 a.m. at the Uchee Creek Activity Center. Interested archery competitors can register at usaarchery.com. The event is open to the public and there is no cover charge to observe the competition. For more information call 706-681-6995.
Commander's Cup Unit Level Soccer leagues are forming soon. Coaches must bring their Alpha roster or AAA-162 to the first meeting on March 9 at the Smith Fitness Center at 1 p.m. For more information call 706-527-2393.
Registration is going on now for the Women's Conference on March 10 at the Benning Conference Center. The $20 fee includes breakfast, workshops, lunch and a goody bag. Marla Cilly, the 'Fly Lady,' is the guest speaker. Register online at www.benningmwr.com or pick up a registration form at the Java Café, Smith Fitness Center, all post child care centers, the PX or the CB&T office on post. For more information visit www.benningmwr.com and follow the Women's Conference link.
Join BOSS for a day trip to the Wild Animal Safari at Pine Mountain, Ga. on March 19. The $15 fee covers roundtrip transportation, admission into the park, lunch, animal food and transportation through the park. Registration must be made no later than March 5 at the Kelley Hill Rec Center or through BOSS representatives. For more information call 706-544-1411.
It may be winter but it's time to start training now for the annual Reverse Sprint Triathlon on June 5. This race consists of a 5K run, 20K bike ride and a 550M swim and is open to individuals, teams and Families. For more information call 706-545-4388. |
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