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Volume 5, Issue 42 PPPPPUBLISHEDUBLISHEDUBLISHEDUBLISHEDUBLISHED FFFFFOROROROROR TTTTTHOSEHOSEHOSEHOSEHOSE SSSSSERVINGERVINGERVINGERVINGERVING INININININ THETHETHETHETHE RRRRREPUBLICEPUBLICEPUBLICEPUBLICEPUBLIC OFOFOFOFOF KKKKKOREAOREAOREAOREAOREA Aug. 10, 2007
Humphreys
powers way to
Mens softball
crown
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Community
commemorates
Caribbean culture
and music
Page 4
Boy Scouts commemorate 100 years of Scouting
Korean and American Boy Scouts meet at Namsan Park to commemorate the 100th anniversary of the world Scouting movement Aug. 1. The event was
an opportunity to promote the values, benefits and achievements of Scouting to both the Korean and U.S. communities in the Republic of Korea.
DAVID MCNALLEY
See additional photosand story on page 9.
YONSAN GARRISON The Army's four-month-old
Wounded Soldier and Family Hotline continues to find
answers to Soldiers' and families' medical questions, a
senior U.S. military officer said.
The hotline provides a more direct way for wounded
Soldiers and their families to obtain information for
medical issues that couldn't be resolved though local
channels, Col. Edward Mason, the hotline's director, told
online journalists and "bloggers".
"The intent of the Wounded Soldier and Family Hotline
is to ensure that Soldiers and their Families have access
to every resource the Army has to offer," Col. Mason
explained.
Senior Army leaders established the hotline March 19
in the wake of a series of news reports in February that
spotlighted shortcomings in patient care at Walter Reed
Army Medical Center.
Top Army leaders receive regular reports and briefings
on hotline operations, the colonel pointed out.
The hotline wasn't created to bypass the chain of
command, Col. Mason emphasized, noting that it was
established to address and resolve Soldier and Familymedical issues as expeditiously as possible.
The hotline is managed and operated by U.S. Army
Human Resources Command, in Alexandria, Va. Since
inception, the hotline has fielded more than 5,000 calls,
involving more than 1,300 issues, Col. Mason said.
Callers' issues are staffed to subject-matter experts
for resolution, Col. Mason explained. The hotline staff
later contacts callers to ensure they've been helped.
Armys medical hotline continues
to help Soldiers, Families in need
See Wounded WarriorsWounded WarriorsWounded WarriorsWounded WarriorsWounded Warriors, Page 4
Casey conducts
anti-terror and
force protection
exercise
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Aug. 10, 2007The Morning Calm Weeklyhttp://imcom.korea.army.mil2
The Morning CalmPublished by Installation Management
Command - Korea
Director/Publisher: Brig. Gen. Al Aycock
Public Affairs Officer/Editor: Edward N. JohnsonVolunteer Writer/Editor: Susan Silpasornprasit
USAG-RED CLOUD
Commander: Col. Larry A. JacksonPublic Affairs Officer: Margaret Banish-Donaldson
CI Officer: James F. Cunningham
USAG-YONGSAN
Commander: Col. David W. HallPublic Affairs Officer: David McNally
Staff Writer: Cpl. Jung Jae-hoon
USAG-HUMPHREYS
Commander: Col. John E. Dumoulin Jr.Public Affairs Officer: Bob McElroy
Writer/Editor: Andre D. Butler
USAG-DAEGU
Commander: Col. Michael P. Saulni erPublic Affairs Specialist: Samuel G. Hudson
Staff Writer: Pfc. Kyung Chul NA
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AREA I: Traffic Accident with Injuries, Subject #1 was
involved in a verbal altercation between two or three
unknown Korean nationals. Subject #1 attempted to avoid
the verbal altercation by driving away in his POV and struck
Victim #1 and Victim #2 and fled the scene without reporting
the incident to law enforcement officials. Subject #1 was
charged by KNP under Art #48 (Unsafe Driving) and Art#148 (Fleeing the Scene of a Traffic Accident). Subject #1
requested to be released on a CJ Form 3 and was released
into MP custody on a CJ Form 2. MP did not concur with
KNP due to conflicting statements and referenced no
charges. Victim #1 and Victim #2 were transported to St.
Marys Hospital where they were treated and released for
injuries consisting of head, neck and arm injuries for Victim
#1 and head, neck, arm and back injuries for Victim #2. Victim
#1 and Victim #2 were transferred to Dongducheon City
Hospital where they are receiving treatment for their injuries.
Subject #1s vehicle sustained no visible damages. Subject
#1 reported utilization of his seatbelt. This is a final report.
AREA II: Underage Drinking, Subject #1 and Subject #2
were observed consuming an alcoholic beverage in the
Itaewon Bar District. Subject #1 and Subject #2 wereidentified by KNP as U.S. Servicemembers and under the
legal age to consume alcohol. Subject #1 and Subject #2
were apprehended and transported to the USAG-Yongsan
PMO where they were administered a series of FSTs, which
they performed poorly on, and PBTs with results of .032%
BAC for Subject #1 and .067% BAC for Subject #2. Subject
#1 and Subject #2 were processed and released to their
unit. This is a final report.
AREA II: Underage Drinking, Failure to Identify, Subject #1
was observed by MP consuming an alcoholic beverage in
the Itaewon Bar District. KNP requested Subject #1s ID
card when she stated she was not a U.S. Servicemember
and refused to produce her ID card. KNP searched Subject
#1 and discovered her social security card. A DBIDS check
revealed Subject #1 was a U.S. Servicemember and underthe legal age to consume alcohol. Subject #1 was
apprehended and transported to the USAG-Yongsan PMO,
where she was administered a series of FSTs, which she
performed poorly on, and a PBT with a result of .086% BAC.
Subject #1 was processed and released to her unit. This is a
final report.
AREA III: Driving under the Influence of Any Intoxicant,
Subject #1, operating a POV, was stopped at a KNP
checkpoint, when KNP detected an odor of an alcoholic
beverage emitting from Subject #1s person. Subject #1 was
administered a PBT with a result of 0.096% BAC. Subject #1
was apprehended and transported to the Pyeongtaek KNP
Station where he was charged by KNP under KRTL Art #44
(Driving under the Influence) and released into MP custody
on a CJ Form 2. Subject #1 was transported to the USAG-
Humphreys PMO where he was advised of his legal rights,
which he invoked, processed and released to his unit.
Subject #1 was transported to the USAG-Humphreys Troop
Medical Clinic where he consented to a LBAT, with results
pending. Subject #1s drivers license was confiscated andhis vehicle was released to him. Investigation continues by
TAI.
AREA III: Traffic Accident without Injuries, Damage to
Government Property, Improper Backing, Subject #1,
operating a GOV, while backing struck a door, USAG-Eagle.
Subject #1s vehicle sustained no visible damages. Damages
to the door consisted of dents. Subject #1 rendered a written
statement admitting to the offenses and was released on his
own recognizance. Subject #1 reported utilization of his
seatbelt. ECOD is unknown. This is a final report.
AREA VI: Blackmarketing Unlawful Transfer of
Commissary Items, Blackmarketing Excessive Purchasing,
Subject #1 purchased numerous quantities of rice and honey
clover in excess of normal consumption and use from theUSAG-Walker commissary. Investigation revealed between
March and June, 2007, Subject #1 illegally transferred
various Duty-Free items to her relatives who are not
authorized to possess these items. On July 18, Subject #1
reported to the USAG-Stanley MP Station where she was
advised of her legal rights, which she waived, rendering a
written sworn statement admitting to the offenses. Subject
#1 was processed and released on her own recognizance.
On July 23, JAG opined there is sufficient probable cause to
title Subject #1 with the offenses. On July 25, Subject #1s
RCP was confiscated. This is a final report.
AREA VI: Driving Under the Influence of Any Intoxicant,
Subject #1 was stopped at a KNP DUI check point where
KNP detected an odor of an alcoholic beverage emitting
from Subject #1s person. Subject #1 was administered aPBT with a result of 0.113% BAC. Subject #1 was detained
and transported to the Pyongtaek KNP Station where he
was charged by KNP under KRTL, ART #150 (Driving Under
the Influence). Subject #1 was released into SF custody on
a CJ Form 2 and transported to the SFCC. Subject #1 was
advised of his legal rights, which he waived, rendering a
written sworn statement admitting to the offense. Subject
#1 was processed and released to his unit. Subject #1s
drivers license was not retained.
The following entries were excerpted from the military
police blotters. These entries may be incomplete and do
not imply the guilt or innocence of any person.
Military Police Blotter
On March 2, 2007, we published USFK
Regulation 600-240, International Marriages in
Korea, to address a serious policy and
regulatory gap across the Command.
Servicemembers were marrying non-U.S.citizens without the knowledge of their
commands and without regard for the spouses
subsequent eligibility to accompany them at
PCS.
USFKs Service components promptly
engaged, ensuring active involvement of
commanders, chaplains, lawyers and medical
personnel to ensure Servicemembers make
deliberate, informed, and legally sufficient decisions to marry.
Unfortunately, information received from multiple sources
indicates that while most command teams appear to be doing
the right thing, many Servicemembers remain unaware of
the regulatory requirements they must meet before marrying
a non-U.S. citizen. In fact, they are unaware that USFK
Regulation 600-240 even exists or that they are required to
notify their chain of command of their intent to marry. Thisis a very serious matter and failure to comply with USFK
600-240 requirements is punishable under the
Uniform Code of Military Justice.
To ensure that all newly arriving
Servicemembers are aware of the requirements
of USFK 600-240 and the policies regardingInternational Marriages, in-processing center
orientations in the future will include USFK
600-240 instruction.
USFK Regulation 600-240 is needed and
necessary in USFK. The requirements in this
policy letter are punitive and noncompliance
is punishable under the UCMJ. Compliance is
required to ensure Servicemembers meet their
responsibilities to the military and to their future spouse
and Family. Commanders and leaders at every echelon must
ensure that their Servicemembers have awareness of and
comply with USFK Regulation 600-240, International
Marriages.
We go together!
Bell Sends: International Marriages in KoreaBell Sends # 34-07
Gen. B.B. Bell
GEN B.B. BellCommander, UNC/CFC/USFK
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Equal Employment Opportunity
New E-mail AddressThe IMCOM-Korea Region EqualEmployment Opportunity Office hasmade it easier for individuals with
questions or concerns to contact them.The EEO Office has established an e-mail address that delivers email directlyto the entire IMCOM-Korea RegionEEO Office. Employees can contact usvia e-mail at our new address IMCOM-K o r e a E E O @ k o r e a . a r m y . m i l .Alternatively, users on the KoreaDomain can simply type eeo at theglobal address list to send an e-mail tothe EEO Office. This new initiativefacilitates equal access to EEO servicesfor all who may have questions,concerns, or need assistance.
You Can HomeschoolInformation Night
A You Can Homeschool informationnight is scheduled Aug. 13, at 6:30 p.m.at South Post Chapel, Bldg. 3702,Rooms 208 and 209, Yongsan. Therewill be a DVD presentation from HomeSchool Legal Defense Association,followed by a question and answer
period. This is a good time for anyoneconsidering homeschooling to learnmore about it and talk to homeschooling
parents, as well as look at somehomeschooling resources. For moreinformation, call 010-3040-6516.
Contracting Officers
Representative Class OfferedThere will be a Contracting OfficersRepresentative class on Aug. 14 from 8a.m.-noon, located in Bldg. 1124,directly across from Gate 20. ContactMr. Preston Dicks for more informationat DSN 724-6559 or e-mail
[email protected] to signup.This announcement is for allgovernment personnel who may becalled upon to manage or overseecontracts or anybody who is interestedin the basic knowledge of contracts,contract management and ContractingOfficers responsibilities.
USO BBQThe USO will host a BBQ with FREEhotdogs prior to the LoveSick Radioconcert Aug. 18 at Tiger Field on Camp
Coiner from 6-8 p.m..
USO Update
MTVs Yo Mamma is coming to Korea:All shows open to military communityand admittance is free of charge.Schedule for Korea is as follows: Aug.10 Osan AB, Challenger Club, 9 p.m;Aug. 11 Yongsan Garrison, Main postclub, 7 p.m; Aug. 13 Kunsan AB, LoringClub, 7 p.m.; Aug. 14 Camp Casey,Warrior Club, 7 p.m.
For additional information aboutevents and activities scheduledthroughout the region visit theIMCOM-Korea Region website online
at ima.korea.army.mil
Tongyeong-si, Gyeongsangnam-doThis festival marks Admiral Yi Sun-sins masterful victory
over the Japanese navy at the Battle of Hansan during the
Imjin War (15921598) and will be open to the public through
Sunday. The highlight of the festival is the reenactment ofthe Battle in the waters off Tongyeong, but tons of events
are planned for this celebration of Koreas most revered
national hero. The city of Tongyeong, known as the Naples
of Asia, is a gritty port city famous for its beautiful location
and thriving arts scene. For more information, call (055) 644-
5222 or visit the events website at www.hsdf.or.kr.
Puppet Festival (Through Wednesday)This year is the 19th Annual Puppet Festival Chuncheon
2007. The performance-oriented festival features puppet
companies from five countries to enhance the artistic
experience. Visitors can also see the sights of surrounding
Chuncheon City, featuring the Cheongpyeong sa temple and
three tier pagoda temple. For information, visit the festival
website at www.cocobau.com (English).
Daejeon Science Festival (Aug. 15-19)Koreas largest science festival provides a heap of
educational fun for the entire family. Held in Expo Science
Park, the site of Daejeon Expo 93, the festival will feature
many interactive exhibits to help visitors obtain a better
grasp of the world of science. Daejeon is home to Daedeok
Science Town and considered to have Koreas highest
concentration of research institutions. Entry is free.
For more information, call (042) 866-5115 or visit
www.tour2korea.com.
Bucheon Comics Festival (Aug. 16-19)If youre into comic books, be sure to stop by the Bucheon
International Comics Festival, where you can get a feel for
where the Korean comic book industry is heading. Comic
book fans from all over Korea flock to the festival to meetcartoonists from all over the world and to take in the
International Comic Book Fair. This event is held at the
Boksagol Cultural Center, Bucheon-si, Gyeonggi-do.
For more information, call (032) 661-3745 or visit the festivals
website at www.bicof.com or www.tour2korea.com.
SIGHTS AND SOUNDS: Off-post Events and Activities
YONGSAN GARRISON Time and time again,
unexploded ordnance incidents have shown no prejudice in
selecting victims. However, with education and training, people
may have a choice not to become a UXO statistic.
Often times, incidents involving UXO can occur at home
involving Civilians as well as Soldiers serving abroad during
deployments.
The first thing Soldiers need to understand is that it is
against Army regulations and Department of Defense directives
to touch a UXO, much less have one in their possession, said
Capt. Charles Terry, an ordnance officer and commander of the
666th Explosive Ordnance Disposal Company, located in
Jacksonville, Ala. You have to remember ordnance or
munitions are designed for one thing and that is to blow up.
Terry, who served tours in Afghanistan and Kosovo, said
people need to take a common sense approach in dealing
with ordnance. The most important step is to call the proper
authorities who are professional experts trained to deal withthe object in question. Education is key to making an individual
understand the dangers of UXO, he explained.
During my time in Kosovo and Afghanistan, where there
is a large amount of unexploded munitions, we [EOD units]
spent a great deal of time educating people about the dangers
of UXO present.
Basically the more people you can educate, the better the
likelihood of leaving these dangerous devices into the hands of
professionals, he said. I cringe every time I hear about a fatal or
harmful incident involving a Soldier or Civilian, which in most cases
could have been prevented.
According to DOD, military munitions, including UXO, come in
a variety of types, sizes and shapes and they may not be easy to
recognize. Military munitions include, but are not limited to: small
arms ammunition, projectiles, cartridges, bombs, rockets,
pyrotechnics, grenades, blasting caps, fuses, simulators, and raw
explosives.
They are designed to kill or injure enemy forces or damage enemy
equipment, and contain some form of energetic material such as
propellants, explosives, or pyrotechnic mixes.
When military munitions do not function as intended during
use, they become unexploded or ordnance or UXO. In a message
to the Army, Mr. Tad Davis, Deputy Assistant Secretary of the
Army for the Environment, Safety and Occupational Health,
reminded Army personnel and their families to learn, remember
and follow the 3Rs of explosives safety: Recognize- when you
have encountered a military munition and that munition isdangerous; Retreat- do not touch, disturb, or move it; Report- call
911.
For more information about military munitions safety or to obtain
safety videos for training purposes, visit the U.S. Army Combat
Readiness Centers website at https://crc.army.mil/messages/
ground or the UXO safety education program site at
www.denix.osd.mil/uxosafety.
IMCOM-Korea Safety Update
Unexploded ordnance hazards exposed
Black Eyed Peas Concert (Wednesday)The Black Eyed Peas will play in concert at the Olympic Gym
(line 5 Olympic Park Station Exit 3), Seoul. The USO is offering
tickets at 15% discount prices. For information on purchasing
tickets through the USO, call 723-7003 or 723-4130 (DSN).
Korea Electronics Show (Oct. 12-13)KES is a global electronics exhibition attracting leading
companies and buyers from around the world, including the U.S.,
Europe, Japan, Korea and China. Since its inception in 1969, KES
has become one of the largest IT and electronics shows in Korea,
in terms of size and number of participants. Although the show
opens on Oct. 9, it is only open to the public from Oct. 12-13, 10
a.m. to 5 p.m. The show is conducted at the Korea International
Exhibition Center in Seoul. Visitors are given access to a huge
assortment of the latest electronics equipment, on the market as
well as a sneak peak at prototypes and devices currently in
development. In addition to vendor booths, the show will also
host a variety of workshops, lectures and keynote speakers from
around the world. To learn more about the show or register toattend online visit: http://www.kes.org/.
Seoul Air Show (Oct. 20-21)Located at the Seoul Airport, the Seoul Air Show stands as one
of the most popular aerospace and defense exhibitions in the
Asia-Pacific region. Thousands of visitors attend the show each
year for an opportunity to see a wide variety of rotary and fixed
wing aircraft, and air weapons systems, as well as ground and
naval weapons. Special outdoor exhibits also include the newest
fighter aircraft, transport planes, armored vehicles and
amphibious equipment. Although the show opens on the Oct.
16, it is only open to the public Oct. 20-21, 9:30 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Entrance tickets can be purchased online or onsite. Admission
for public visitors will range from 4,000 9,000 won. Visitors
traveling by automobile should also plan on paying for parking.
For more information, visit the Seoul Air Shows online atwww.seoulairshow.com/en/.
If you are hosting an off-post event in Korea, tell us about it and
will will publish it in the Sights and Sounds section of The
Morning Calm Weekly. Submit stories by calling DSN 724-
3365 or via e-mail at [email protected].
By Taylor BarbareeU.S. Army Combat Readiness Center
Source: www.korea.net, www.seoulselection.com, www.hotelnet.com, http://english.tour2korea.com, www.visitseoul.net No endorsement implied.
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YONGSAN GARRISON More than
100 Yongsan community members
gathered to commemorate Caribbean
Islanders and their many cultural
contributions July 27 at the Multipurpose
Training Facility.
Even though it is not one of the
observances mandated by regulation, as
an equal opportunity advisor, I know the
importance of education and cultural
awareness, said U.S. Army Troop
Command-Korea EOA Sgt. 1st Class
Desiree Tomlinson. Today, we will
experience Caribbean culture through
music, poetry, a PowerPoint presentation
and food.
Soon the reggae music of Bob Marley
and an 8th U.S. Army Band performance
began and entertained the guests.
Were going to have some fun and
learn at the same time, Tomlinson told
the crowd.
Community members enjoyCaribbean culture, musicGuest speaker Sgt. Maj. Brian Letren,
born in Trinidad and Tobago himself,
introduced the Caribbean cultures and
famous dishes and sites.
Today, we looked at Caribbean
Americans contributions and
achievements, said Pvt. Sun Hwan-jung,
master of ceremony. In many ways they
have touched our society and shaped the
character of our nation through their
diverse language, cultures and religious
beliefs, the private said.
Sun expressed his goodwill to CaribbeanAmericans and said they strengthen the
economy and community with their
dedication to family and strong work ethic.
It was a good cultural event, said Pfc.
Kim Wan-jin. I never really new that much
about all these different Caribbean
cultures, but its because Ive never been
to a ceremony like this before.
Kim added that the event has helped him
want to get to know the different cultures
of the Caribbean better.
By Cpl. Jung Jae-Hoon
Area II Public Affairs
"Most of the time callers are very happy
someone listened to them and that we wereable to provide the information that they
needed," he said.
Military veterans have raised about 28
percent of hotline issues, Col. Mason said.
Veterans have been gratified to receive
replies from U.S. Department of Veterans
Affairs officials, he said.
The hotline operates 24 hours a day,
seven days a week, Col. Mason said. It is
staffed by 50 Soldiers and 50 Contractors.
The Contractors are former Soldiers orFamily members.
"They believe in the mission and have
a passion for helping Soldiers and
Families," Col. Mason said of the hotline's
staff.The Army's Wounded Soldier and
Family Hotline can be accessed at 1-800-
984-8523. Overseas customers can call the
hotline via the Defense Switched Network,
or DSN, at 312-328-0002.
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362nd Signal Company Spc. Marlyn McCormick performs a lip-sync of a
Bob Marley song July 27 at the Multipurpose Training Facility.
CPL. JUNG JAE-HOON
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USAG-RED CLOUDCol.
Larry Jackson, USAG-Red Cloud
garrison commander, held town hall
meetings Aug. 6 and 7 at USAG-RC
and USAG-Casey to provide the
current status on the plan to improve
off-post housing options for married
Soldiers with the end purpose to
provide adequate and affordable off-
post housing.
I have been here for four weeks,
and I have talked to the 2nd Infantry
Division commanding general and his
wife, and the readiness of this division
is number one on their list, Jackson
said.
The agenda that the commanding
general and the group have been
working with over the past few
weeks is getting the facts of the current
situation in Area I: how many
noncommand sponsored families are
living in Area I at the present time, thesituation with housing allowances
verses housing costs, courses of action
to take along with what actions can
be made now and finding the proper
realtor qualifications.
There are 676 noncommand
sponsored families living in Area I right
now, said Ron Schmidt, deputy
commander, USAG-RC. The average
rental for a two-bedroom apartment of
800 to 900 square feet in size in the
Uijeongbu area is from $1,200 to
$1,700 per month. Add the cost of
furniture for a furnished apartment
jumps from $1,450 to $1,950. A four-
bedroom apartment goes for $2,400 to
$2,800 per month plus $350 more for
furniture.
Apartments in Dongducheon are
$200 to $800 less depending on the
size.
The average housing allowance for
Soldiers in Area I is slightly less than
half the price for adequate housing.
Look at the prices for the rents in
Area I and look at the average housing
allowance, Schmidt said. This shows
us that we have some work to do yet.
What we are trying to do now is get
the overseas housing allowance
increased, but that will have to come
from the Department of the Army.
The courses of action contemplatedin the plan to find adequate housing
include: Soldier leased housing with
approved Korean realtors, Soldier/U.S.
Government leased housing with
Korean City Government, U.S.
Government leased housing with
Korean realtor, on-post housing.
All courses of action include
furnished apartments, utilities, and rent
paid directly to the realtor by Finance.
Also, transportation provided by the
realtor to and from the residence.
We want to make this as easy as
possible. You sign an approved lease.
It will be as close to Army Family
housing as we can make it, Schmidt
said. After looking at all of those
options, the last three are going to be
very time consuming. We are working
them, but because of legal contracting
issues we know it is going to take us a
long time to go through all the steps
and the approval levels we will have
to go through to make them happen.
For that reason, course of action one:
Soldier leased housing with approved
Korean realtors is the best choice. The
reasons are: it will improve the living
conditions of Soldiers who are living
off-post in substandard quarters,
provide positive impacts on morale of
married Soldiers; enhance readiness
and positive impact on retainingSoldiers in the Army and, best of all,
provide immediate availability.
This is something we can make
happen, Schmidt said. As we do that,
we will be working on the increased
housing allowance at the same time.
Along with this course of action
come the criteria for selecting suitable
Area I plans off-post housing options for married Soldiers Area I plans off-post housing options for married Soldiers Area I plans off-post housing options for married Soldiers Area I plans off-post housing options for married Soldiers Area I plans off-post housing options for married Soldiers
Col. Larry Jackson, USAG-Red Cloud garrison commander, briefs Soldiers on the new off-post housing being made available to married Soldiers in Area I.
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By Jim Cunningham
USAG-RC Public Affairsrealtors. Realtors must be English
speaking, can accept an 8th Army
lease, provide furnished apartments
with utilities included, provide
transportation to and from post, have
apartments equipped with half of the
electrical outlets being 110 volt, meet
the USFK safety checklist, have a
certified broker license, provide their
previous year tax records, have their
business registered with the local
government, and they must not solicit
Soldiers or their Family members
except through the Housing Office.
We will have a book in the Housing
Office, which will have all of the
approved realtors, Schmidt said. To
be an approved realtor they will have
to meet these criterion.
When the Soldier decides to move
off-post he will check with the legal
office concerning any current lease.
If he has a current lease and can
cancel it, then he will meet with the
approved realtor, view the apartmentlist, choose an apartment, have it
inspected and sign the lease. After
filling in all the paperwork required, he
will turn in his allotment form to
Finance, and finally, move to adequate
and affordable housing.
This is good news for all Soldiers
in Area I, Jackson said.
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Employment Opportunities for
Family Members
There are 29 FRSA Korea positions announced on CivilianPersonnel online. Visit the website
for additional information: http://acpol.army.mil.
EEO/POSH
Training Scheduled
EEO/POSH refresher training is ayearly mandatory training for USFederal Civilian employees. Therefresher training classes arescheduled for Aug. 17 and Aug. 24.Supervisory class is from 9-11 a.m.,non-supervisory is form 1-3 p.m.Classes are held in the Camp CaseyCAC Aug. 17 and in the USAG-RC CAC Aug. 24.
Area I Chief Nurse
and Patient Representative
The 168th Medical Battalion has anew Area I Chief Nurse and PatientRepresentative. Patients areencouraged to call 010-6333-0234for more information. Visit theTMC for information cards.
Awards Luncheon for
IMCOM-K NCO, Soldier and
KATUSA of the Year
The awards luncheon to recognizeIMCOM-K NCO, Soldier, andKATUSA of the Year will be held
in Mitchells USAG-Red Cloud at11:30 a.m., Aug. 14. For moreinformation call: 738-3332.
Second Taxi Service on
USAG-RC and Camp Stanley
A second taxi service is in operationon USAG-RC and Camp Stanley.This company is to help supplementthe AAFES Airiang Taxi duringpeak times as requested by Soldiersin Area I. For more informationcall: 732-6263/6307.
Womens Equality Day
Womens Equality Day will be
celebrated at Mitchells Club onUSAG-Red Cloud Aug. 15beginning at 11:30 a.m. For moreinformation call: 732-6167.
Mitchells
Dates to Remember
Mitchells Club will be closed forkitchen maintenance Aug. 20 allday. Mitchells CustomerAppreciation Night will be Aug. 24at 5 p.m.
USAG-RC and Area I website
Log onto the USAG-RC - Area I
website for more News and Notes,weather, 8th Army site links, MWRevents information, andinformation regarding all eventsand all subjects regarding Warriorlife in Korea by visiting us online athttp://ima.korea.army.mil/area1/sites/local.
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USAG-CASEY A bomb
explodes in a parking lot where
many Soldiers and Civilians gather
every day. Many are dazed and
there is much confusion. A few short
minutes later, the fire department
arrives and firefighters scurry
about with fire hoses spraying the
flames of the burning vehicle. When
the flames are out, firefighters
rescue the wounded, but when they
begin to check the burned vehicle
another bomb explodes wounding
two firefighters. Military Police andmedical emergency vehicles zero in
on the scene. Firefighters rescue
their wounded colleagues while
being careful about the burned out
vehicle, not knowing if there are
more delayed explosives.
This scenario played out Aug. 3
during the Antiterrorism/Force
Protection exercise held at USAG-
Caseys Indianhead Golf Course
parking lot.These are required exercises, and
they are to ensure that our antiterrorism
and force protection program is up and
running, said Lt. Col. Donald Meisler,
USAG-Casey garrison commander.
We must hold these exercises as key
leaders are new at USAG-Casey, and
these new leaders must be aware of
their roles in case we have to do this
in real life.
Exercises held at USAG-Casey
make sure that the garrison holds
vigilance against terrorism.
It is inherent in our responsibilities
as leaders and protectors of Soldiers,Civilians and Family members to make
sure that our antiterrorism/force
protection program is viable and
relevant, Meisler said. The length of
the exercise today will depend on how
well each phase of it is executed.
Similar exercises are held regularly
throughout the Army.
We had an explosion and they
responded for a vehicle fire, said Eliott
Soldiers wearing masks and simulating wounds, take their places after a simulated bomb explodes, Aug. 3 inthe USAG-Casey golf course parking lot.
By Jim CunninghamUSAG-RC Public Affairs
Casey exercises antiterrorism and force protectionCasey exercises antiterrorism and force protectionCasey exercises antiterrorism and force protectionCasey exercises antiterrorism and force protectionCasey exercises antiterrorism and force protectionBradley, force protection specialist forthe USAG-Casey enclave. While they
were out there doing their first
responder actions, there was a
secondary explosion.
There were eight casualties playing
out during the exercise, which included
the two firefighters injured during the
secondary explosion.
We are allowed a 48-hour time
period to conduct these exercises.
Bradley said. The first 24-hours are
more intelligence gathering, so this
morning, based on things that
transpired during the night, causes us
to go to force protection Charlie.After the area is cleared, Central
Intelligence Division takes over the
investigative part of the mission.
The area has been cleared and CID
has now come in to investigate,
Bradley said. It becomes a criminal
investigation. This scenario is of a
criminal nature so the CID takes
priority, and they will work with the
Federal Bureau of Investigation.
Camp Adventure delights children at Red CloudBy Jim CunninghamUSAG-RC Public Affairs
Fun dance movements burn upextra energy July 30 at Camp
Adventure.
USAG-RED CLOUDSummer
Trek 2007 Day Camp Program, alias
Camp Adventure, began with a new
name and motto this year. The new
motto is Camp Adventure Youth
Service, which is an environment of
magic and delight.
We have 23 children taking Camp
Adventure, said Yong-Ae Black,
USAG-Red Cloud Community Activity
Center director. Counselors plan the
schedule every day: Tuesdays we go bowling, Wednesday they have
swimming lessons, Thursday we go on
a field trip, and Friday we have a party
or a social with the parents.
The Camp Adventure program
consists of eight one-week sessions for
children, second through fifth grades.
The day camp program is sponsored
by the USAG-Red Cloud Community
Activity Center and operated in
cooperation with the University ofNorthern Iowa Camp Adventure Team
counselors. These counselors are
responsible for the daily activities
during the day from 8:30 a.m.- 4:30
p.m. Monday through Friday with the
assistance and supervision of the CAC
staff.
I signed up for Camp Adventure
through the University of Oregon,
said Amanda Laird, Camp Adventure
counselor. We get to choose the
country we want to go to so I chose to
come to Korea.
This is my first time out of the
United States, and I figured that Camp
Adventure would be a good
experience, said Jimmy Ancira,
Camp Adventure counselor.
Both Laird and Ancira were trained
for five weeks to become Camp
Adventure counselors. Their training
included techniques in controlling
children while doing group activitiesand how to keep their attention.
They pay for our flight, lodging and
food, said Laird. Plus, we get a small
stipend.
With all the training and the planned
activities, Camp Adventure provides
worthy learning for children and it does
live up to its motto.
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USAG-RED CLOUDIt has
been said many times what makes
Americas Army the greatest Army
the world has ever seen are Americas
Soldiers. They are intelligent thinking
Soldiers who can invent and adapt to
any change the enemy may throw
before them. These adaptations were
highlighted during the Program
Executive Office display shows Aug.
1 and 2 at USAG-Casey and USAG-
Red Cloud.
We are having these shows to
highlight the new equipment the Army
is putting forth for the Soldier, saidCapt. Dennis Graves, Headquarters,
Headquarters Company, USAG-RC.
Some of these items are already in
the system because I have used them
myself. But most of it is new and
improved to fight the war on
terrorism.
The new equipment is not only new
weapons, but also new clothing and
uniforms. Most of the new uniforms
and equipment to go with the uniforms
was made with one particular purpose
in mind.
All of this equipment you see here
today is lighter and offers more
protection for the Soldier, Graves said.These weapons are lighter, more
effective and have much longer range
than the ones being used right now,
said Ward Eldridge, project manager,
Soldier Weapons. All of the
modifications to existing weapons and
the development of the new weapons
come from the lessons learned from
combat in the war on terror.
Many of the new weapons have
been invented with two principle ideas:
lightweight and more effectiveness.
This shotgun can be attached to
the M-4 or the M-16, said Maj. Mark
Meeker, weapons expert. When a
Soldier enters a doorway he can use
the shotgun and his rifle.
Among the lightweight and more
protection themed items is the new
body armor, which will be issued to
Soldiers soon.
We have two versions of the outer
protective vests body armor. The
current vest weighs about 30 pounds.
The new vest is much lighter and
offers more protection, said Alton
Stewart of Soldier Weapons. This
By Jim Cunningham
USAG-RC Public Affairs
New and future weapons
shown at Red Cloud
Maj. Mark Meeker discusses the advantages of the new weapons withWard Eldridge, project manager for Soldier Weapons of Picatinny, N.J.,
during the Program Executive Office road show Aug. 2 at USAG-Red Cloud.
JIMCUNNINGHAM
new body armor will help protect our
Soldiers in Iraq against improvised
explosive devices.
All of the items showcased during
the road show were impressive in their
modularity. Most all of the equipment
fit together for two purposes,
lightweight and protection. The new
weapons featured lightweight and
more firepower where the Soldier
needs it most.
The new rifle grenade was made
especially for the war in Iraq, Meeker
said. If you recall, the rifle grenade
during World War II is along the same
lines, but the purpose is for breaching
doors. This is useful in Iraq because
we have bad guys hiding behind doors.
You dont want to break down the door
because the first Soldier will get shot,
guaranteed, so we use this stand-off
weapon to break down the door
instead.
A compact well-organized show of
new equipment and weapons reveals
the fact the greatest Army the world
has ever seen is so because they think
and adapt.
USAG-RED CLOUDMargaret Mead once
said, Never doubt that a small group of committed
people can change the world. Indeed, it is the only
thing that ever has.
Those words exemplified the spirit and
atmosphere in USAG-Casey Warriors Club Aug. 1
during the third quarter Volunteer Awards Ceremony.
This group of people sitting here today have a
wide range of responsibilities, said Col. Larry
Jackson, USAG-Red Cloud commander and guest
speaker.
Yet, very often these people take time in their
busy lives to share their skills and abilities as
volunteers, which makes the 2nd Infantry Division
a great place to work and to live.
Indeed the room was full of those who share their
lives in volunteering to help others.
The nominees for volunteer of the quarter
numbered 14 individuals, and three units.
Individual nominees are: Melissa Albaugh, Paul
Alexander, Cheery Blyden, Rakimm Broadnax-
Roger, Chandani Buccino, Choi, Hyun Joon, Chu,Chae Suk, Stefani Cools, Daniel Garner, Michael
Gomez, H, Chang Rye, Isaac McCool, Erin Snelling,
and Agnes Witt.
Nominees for volunteer unit of the quarter are:
Fires Brigade, 1st Heavy Brigade Combat Team,
and USAG Casey HHC, HHD.
The earliest Army volunteers cared for our sick
and wounded; they comforted Family members of
fallen Soldiers, Jackson said.
Each time a volunteer supports the 2nd Infantry
Division, he saves dollars that might be directed
towards labor costs.
Currently, we have 572 registered volunteers in
direct support of Warrior Country.
Volunteers in Area I for the third quarter donated
more than 2,000 hours to the community, according
to Jackson.
Volunteers in Area I donated more than 6,500
hours in one year, Jackson said.
These volunteer hours are valued at $30,000 for
the quarter and almost $100,000 for the year.
Volunteers see needs in the community that are
likely to go unfilled, so they come together and fill
those needs in the community and greatly support
and raise the dignity of the Soldiers in the Korean
community as well as in the community of the
installation, Jackson said.
These volunteer efforts are critical to our mission
as well as our well being, Jackson said.
They take ownership of numerous programs and
their commitment has a profound impact on all our
quality of life.Therefore, their service cannot be rendered in
dollars and their service is second to none.
All volunteers that were nominated for Volunteer
of the Quarter were given awards.
Chandani Buccino was selected as the Volunteer
of the 3rdQuarter.
1st Heavy Brigade Combat Team was selected
as Volunteer Unit of the Quarter.
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Teresita Rivera, director of Army CommunityServices, welcomes volunteers and supporters
to the 3rd Quarter Volunteer RecognitionCeremony Aug. 1.
By Jim Cunningham
USAG-RC Public Affairs
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Boys Scouts celebrate 100 yearsBoys Scouts celebrate 100 yearsBoys Scouts celebrate 100 yearsBoys Scouts celebrate 100 yearsBoys Scouts celebrate 100 yearsAmerican Boy Scout Mark Garduno recites the Boy Scouts of America oath Aug. 1 at Namsan Park. Korean Scouts followed with the Korean oath immediately after.
Korean and American Scouts salute the national anthems
during a ceremony to celebrate Scoutings 100th anniversary.
Korean Scout Jung So-ra (left) trades a gift with American BoyScout Matthew Haywood
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Korean, American Scouts join
together to honor heritage
By Pfc. Im Jin-minUSAG-Yongsan Public Affairs
SEOUL August 1 marked the 100th
anniversary of world Scouting. More than 50
scouts from Yongsans Boys Scouts of America
and the Korea Scouting Association from Seoul
gathered at Namsan Park 8 a.m. for an important
commemoration.
We have had many exchanges with the BSA
in the past, but this something different, said KSA
representative Jang Yoon-jung.
One hundred years ago at exactly 8 oclock in
the morning Aug. 1, 1907, Sir Robert Baden-
Powell founded the World Scouting movement on
Brown Sea Island, England. He successfullyformed the first official scout troop with a small
band of English boys. Many Korean Scouting
association units marked the day by reaffirming
their obligation atop the highest peaks of the
republic.
We want to plant in these boys and girls pride
as a Scout and confidence that all scouts are one,
Jang said. Even at this moment, boys Scouts from
all over the world are celebrating as well.
On a rainy Wednesday morning, at the foot of
the Seoul Tower, the Korean and American Scouts
stood firm in their salute to the Korean and U.S.
national anthems and recited the scout oaths in
their respective languages.
The group moved out of the rain to a Korean
style pavillion to listen to speeches.
Boys Scouts of America Representative Marc
Garduno spoke of the true meaning of the
celebration.
As we can all plainly see, Scouting has grown
far beyond its original intent of grooming English
boys for possible military service, Garduno said.
Scouting has become an international movement
intended to groom our youth into better citizens
among our communities, among the people of our
nations and throughout the world community.
Garduno further stressed that internationalturmoil could be stopped by an understanding and
embracing of each others differences.
In a sign of friendship, the Scouts exchanged
gifts.
While American scouting is segrated into boys
and girls programs, Korean Scouting is integrated.
One of the senior 16-year-old Korean Scouts
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Power Outage
There will be a weekend South Post
scheduled power outage Sept. 29-30
from 9 a.m - 5 p.m. both days. The
work is required for critial
infrastructure maintenance.
POSH Training
There will be Prevention of Sexual
Harassment training Tuesday, Aug.
14 at the Community Services
Building, Room 118.
Non-Supervisors 9-11 a.m.
Supervisors 2-4 p.m.
For information, call 738-4473.
Road Race
There will be a 10 Kilometer Road
Race 8 a.m. Aug. 18 at Collier Field
House. Runners must wear a safety
vest. Registration starts at 7 a.m.
American Forces
Spouses Club
The American Forces Spouses Club
is hosting a Newcomers Welcome
and Activities Sign Up at the Dragon
Hill Lodge Naija Ballroom 10 a.m.- 1
p.m. Thursday, Aug. 30. This is an
informational event only and the sale
of goods is not permitted.
Garrison Hotline
Communicate directly with the
Garrison Commander with your
suggestions, comments and valuablefeedback at the new USAG-Yongsan
Hotline by sending an e-mail to
Community members can also leave
voicemail at 738-3484.
American Red Cross
Seeks Applicants
The American Red Cross is seeking
motivated individuals to provide
emergency communications and
casework services to members of the
Armed Forces and their families. The
applicant must be an American
citizen; at least 18 years of age; a highschool graduate; have base access;
and possess basic computer skills.
For information, call 738-3670.
School Bus Passes
Bus passes will be ready for pick-up
Wednesday through Aug.27 at the
Seoul School Bus Office located in
the Community Services Building,
Room 121. Passes will also be
distributed at Hannam Village in front
of the commissary 4-7 p.m. Aug. 17
and in the Yongsan Main Exchange
lobby 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Aug. 18. For
information, call 738-3156.
Garrison Website
For more news and information, the
weather forecast, heat index
information and even a community
telephone book, visit the U.S. Army
Garrison-Yongsan website at http://
yongsan.korea.army.mil.
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YONGSAN GARRISON
Community members will soon be
enjoying the benefits of two additionalyear-round sports fields. Installation
Management Command-Korea
Morale, Welfare and Recreation has
invested nearly $1.5 million in two
Yongsan fields.
Work is nearing completion on the
Seoul American High School field and
also Field No. 5, said U.S. Army
Garrison-Yongsan MWR Director
Paul Robinson. The high school
should be able to use the field just in
time for football practice.
By David McNally
USAG-Yongsan Public Affairs
A contractor prepares Seoul American High School field Monday for opening with new artificial turf. The field will be ready before football practice.
Robinson said the fields will be
similar to Field No. 10 across from
Burke Towers and Field No. 12 across
from Collier Field House.
We installed Field No. 12 about sevenor eight years ago, Robinson said. Its
a great field because its easy to maintain
and the drainage is excellent.
Robinson said artificial turf fields
pay for themselves. Because the fields
need little maintenance, the community
can use them in all sorts of weather.
The thing about the drainage is that
games can be played almost
immediately after rain, he said. The
turf really allows our athletes to use
the fields year-round.
The SAHS field, in the past known
as Falcon Field, will be rededicated
with a new name honoring a Korean
War Medal of Honor awardee.
We are working closely with the
8th U.S. Army historian and were
forming a committee to suggest an
appropriate name for the MWR field
at the high school, said USAG-
Yongsan Deputy Garrison Commander
Don Moses.
Moses said naming conventions
across the Army are part of the Army
Memorial Program.
The intent of the program is to
provide lasting honor and to pay tribute
to our heroes, he said.
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Youth swimmerscompete for titlesBy Cpl. Kim Sang-wook
USAG-Yongsan Public Affairs
YONGSAN GARRISON More than 130 youth
swimmers from across the peninsula competed Saturday
and Sunday at the South Post Swimming Pool during the
Youth Services Championship Meet.
The Yongsan Barracudas, Osan Piranhas, Daegu Dolphins
and Camp Humphreys Dolphins gathered at Yongsan
Garrison during a rainy weekend tournament.
The swim program encourages healthy, athleticcompetition among our children by developing self-discipline
and rewarding hard work, said Meet Director Lt. Col.
Benjamin Palmer. The championship brought together
youth programs from across the peninsula in order to award
overall team placements and individual awards by age group
and event.
During weekend meet, the event tested endurance and
speed in competitive matches in the categories of free, back,
breast, butterfly style and individual medley from 50-400
meters.The winners earned points in each swimming category
for their age group. Each group was divided into five sub-
groups. Ages 8 and below, 9-10, 11-12, 13-14 and older
than 15.
Swim programs in the United States have many teams
to compete against including traveling teams, Palmer said.
The best way to duplicate that level of competition here
Youth swimmers from across U.S. Forces Korea pose for a photo
Saturday at Yongsan South Post Swimming Pool.
COURTESY PHOTO
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Garrison shares
Outlook calendar
YONGSAN GARRISON Keeping the
community well informed is the goal of a new public
affairs initiative launched this week.
If you have access to the global, you have a
new calendar at your fingertips, said USAG-
Yongsan Public Affairs Officer David McNally.
After the initial setup, you can simply toggle between
your own calendar and the community calendar.
Connect to the shared calendar in three steps.
First, open Microsoft Outlook. Go to Calendar and
click Open a Shared Calendar. Type yongsan and
click OK. Choose Yongsan from the list and click
OK again. Setup is complete. The user can toggle
between daily, weekly and monthly views.
Double-clicking a calendar entry will bring up all
the details of an event. Events are color coded.
Command events are in red and Morale, Welfare
and Recreation events are in blue. USO events are
color coded green.
Authorized private organizations, military units and
agencies may request publicity. Send requests for
publicity to [email protected].
All calendar information is synchronized with the
Commanders Access Channel, the Garrison web-
site (http://yongsan.korea.army.mil) and to the extent
possible, the Morning Calm Weekly.
The initiative is a collaborative effort between
MWR Marketing, the Seoul USO and PAO. All
offices are publishing editors of the calendar.
USAG-Yongsan Public Affairs
Step 1Open Microsoft Outlook. Go to
Calendar and click Open a
Shared Calendar.
Step 2Type yongsan and click OK. Then
choose Yongsan from the list and
click OK.
Step 3Choose the month view to get a big
picture view of what is going on in the
community. Double-click any event for
more information.
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at the ceremony was Jung So-ra.
It is an honor to celebrate with myfellow American Scouts, she said.
Even though Im not in Great Britain
or in the United States, its exciting to
be able to hold hands.
American Scout Colt Morris said it
was cool sharing gifts.
Maybe Ill get to know one ofthem, he said.
In England, Scouts from more than
160 countries gathered at Brown Sea
Island, the birthplace of Scouting, to
recite the scout oath en masse.
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hearts to CFC campaignhearts to CFC campaignhearts to CFC campaignhearts to CFC campaignhearts to CFC campaignBy Pfc. Im Jin-min
USAG-Yongsan Public Affairs
YONGSAN GARRISON
Eighth U.S. Army officials presented
honorary checks Monday to the U.S.
Army Garrison-Yongsan and other
commands, as a tribute to the
communitys sharing in the 2006
Combined Federal Campaign-
Overseas Family Support Youth
Program.
The checks represent funds that will
be made available to the garrison to
support youth programs.
The Combined Federal Campaign
Overseas annually gives Soldiers theopportunity to give to charity, said
U.S. Forces Korea Policies and
Programs Chief Hazel Johnson.
People y can designate a Family
Support Youth program to donate
money which then returns to different
parts of the installation where aid is
needed.
Johnson said FSYP funds are
dedicated to improve the quality of life
in local communities.
Overall, the 2006 CFC-Overseas
campaign raised more than $15.5million in assistance. In addition, more
than $575,000 went to military
communities overseas through FSYP.
CFC-O Campaign Management
Organization President Renee Acosta
presented checks to the officials and
thanked them for their contribution.
People dont give to be
recognized, Acosta said. But,
everyone likes to be recognized. This
is a ceremony to celebrate the
generosity of the Soldiers who gave
to the campaign.
Community members should
always think about what they can give
to others, she said.
Acosta added that the check
presentation would hopefully bring
focus to the 2007 campaign, which will
kick off Oct. 1.
Making a FSYP contribution is
easy, Acosta said. Simply write in
your contribution next to the letters
FSYP on your pledge card during this
year 2007 CFC-Overseas Campaign.
Maj. Gen. Frank Panter (left), USAG-Yongsan Commander Col. David Hall, Command Sgt.Maj. Diane Foster and Renee Acosta hold a donation check Monday at USFK Headquarters.
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is to compete against teams from other
areas.
Palmer said inviting different region
teams to a competitive swimming
atmosphere also promoted friendship.
In the end, the Yongsan Barracudas
proved to have the most talentedswimmers followed by the Daegu
Dolphins.
8 and under: Kalin Tang, Yongsan
(girl); Samuel Kim, Yongsan (boy)
9-10 Age Group: Justina Chang,
Yongsan (girl); Joseph Blyzniuk,
Yongsan (boy)
11-12 Age Group: Sydney Shields,
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Yongsan (girl); Charles Chang,
Yongsan (boy)
13-14 Age Group: Alicia
Davenport, Daegu (girl); John
Graham, Yongsan (boy)
15 & Over Age Group: Rebecca
Martinez, Daegu (girl); Daniel Garcia,Daegu (boy)
Next summer, as Camp Humphreys
comes online, the championship will most
likely be held at their new facilities that
also include a ten lane 50 meter pool.
Palmer said.
Palmer said the new swim meet will
be held in a upgraded facility next year.
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Army News Service
A new handbook published by the Center forArmy Lessons Learned at Fort Leavenworth, Kan.,gives leaders a glimpse into the first 100 days ofcombat.
CALL Leaders Handbook No. 07-27, The First100 Days looks at the first days of combat whenleaders and Soldiers are adjusting to the tacticalenvironment, the enemy and each other.
Theres no doubt that the early period of thedeployment, when people are gaining anunderstanding of the environment, is the mostdangerous, said Col. Steven Mains, CALL director.
The information for the handbook came frommore than 1,700 Soldiers and company-level leaders
with battlefield experience.Most felt leaders should display tactical
competence, confidence, decisiveness and the willto fight in ways that does not put Soldiers atunnecessary risk.
The handbook, designed to fit in the cargo pocketof the Army combat uniform, is the second in a seriesof three.
The first handbook, CALL Soldiers HandbookNo.07-15, The First 100 Days, published in Marchand focused on Soldier-level skills.
The final book, which will be for staff officers, isexpected to be published later this year.
Established by the Army in 1985, CALL has themission to collect, analyze, disseminate, integrate andarchive the Armys lessons learned. Although it is
an Army organization, CALL customers include joint,interagency, intergovernmental and multinationalorganizations.
CALL has full-time analysts in the Training andDoctrine Command schools and centers, combattraining centers and operational units in Iraq,Afghanistan and the U.S. Their purpose is to enhancerapid information sharing and facilitate the integrationof best practices and issue resolution across theArmy.
The leaders handbook is available at http://call.army.mil.
CALL LeadersHandbook No.
07-27, The First100 Days looksat the first days
of combat when leaders andSoldiers are
adjusting to thetacticalenvironment,
the enemy and
each other.
The U.S. Armys Recruiting Command announcedrecently a $20,000 quick-ship bonus for aspiringrecruits. The bonus applies to new recruits with noprior military service who enlist for at least two yearsactive duty in Americas Army. They must agree toreport to basic training within 30 days of enlistment.The program ends Sept. 30.
The quick-ship bonus contributes to the Armysstrength and efforts to grow the active force by morethan 34,000 Soldiers.
Americas Army is strong, said Lt. Gen.
Michael D. Rochelle, the Armys Deputy Chief ofStaff, G-1.To attract interested young men and women we
know that we must have cutting-edge enlistment andretention options to acquire and retain Americasbest Soldiers. We will meet our commitmentsworldwide and provide the best led, best trained andbest equipped Soldiers to combatant commanders.We urge your continued support.
The $20,000 quick-ship bonus can be combinedwith the Armys other cash enlistment bonuses, upto a maximum combination of $40,000 if an enlisteesigns up for at least four years.
Prospective recruits can learn more about theArmys opportunities by visiting a recruiter or loggingon to www.goarmy.com.
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Hairspray Tracy Turnblad, a biggirl with big hair and an even bigger
heart, has only one passion--
dancing. Her dream is to appear on
"The Corny Collins Show," Baltimore's
hippest dance party on TV. Tracy
seems a natural fit for the show
except for one not-so-little problem--
she doesn't fit in. Her plus-sized
figure has always set her apart from
the cool crowd, which she is
reminded of by her loving but overly
protective plus-sized mother. That
doesn't stop Tracy because if there
is one thing that this girl knows, it's
that she was born to dance. Rated
PG (language, suggestive content,
teen smoking) 115 minutes
Nancy Drew(PG) 8:30 p.m.
Disturbia(PG13) 8:30 p.m.
The Condemned(R) 8:30 p.m.
Oceans Thirteen(PG13) 7:30 p.m.
Nancy Drew(PG) 7:30 p.m.
Bug(R) 7:30 p.m.
The Condemned(R) 7:30 p.m.
Hairspray(PG) 7 p.m.
Hairspray(PG) 7 p.m.
Hairspray(PG) 7 p.m.
Oceans Thirteen(PG13) 7 p.m.
No Show No Show No Show
The Simpsons Movie
(PG13) 9 p.m.The Simpsons Movie
(PG13) 9 p.m.The Simpsons Movie
(PG13) 9 p.m.Nancy Drew(PG) 9 p.m.
Knocked Up(R) 9 p.m.
Waitress(PG13) 7 p.m.
Pirates Of The Caribbean 3
(PG13) 7 p.m.Gracie
(PG13) 7 p.m.Nancy Drew(PG) 7 p.m.
28 Weeks Later(R) 7 p.m.
The Reaping(R) 7 p.m.
The Invisible(PG13) 7 p.m.
Harry Potter 5(PG13) 9 p.m.
No Show No Show No Show
Transformers(PG13) 6:45 p.m.
No Show Lucky You(PG13) 6:45 p.m.
28 Weeks Later(R) 6:45 p.m.
No Show No Show No Show
Transformers(PG13) 9:30 p.m.
The Bourne Ultimatum
(PG13) 9:30 p.m.The Bourne Ultimatum
(PG13) 8:30 p.m.The Bourne Ultimatum
(PG13) 7 p.m.
Blades Of Glory(PG13) 9 p.m.
28 Weeks Later(R) 9 p.m.
Spider-man 3(PG13) 8 p.m.
Oceans Thirteen(PG13) 7 p.m.
Perfect Stranger(R) 7 p.m.
No Show The Bourne Ultimatum(PG13) 7 p.m.
Nancy Drew(PG) 8 p.m.
The Condemned(R) 9 p.m.
Spider-Man 3(PG13) 7 p.m.
Georgia Rule(R) 7 p.m.
No Show The Bourne Ultimatum(PG13) 9 p.m.
Bug(R) 7 p.m.
The Bourne Ultimatum
(PG13) 8:30 p.m.
The Bourne Ultimatum
(PG13) 8:30 p.m.
Firehouse Dog(PG) 6:30 p.m.
The Bourne Ultimatum
(PG13) 8 p.m.
Meet The Robinsons
(G) 6:30 p.m.
Spider-man 3(PG13)6:30 p.m.
The Bourne Ultimatum(PG13) 8 p.m.
Meet The Robinsons
(G) 6:30 p.m.
Nancy Drew(PG) 7 p.m.
Because I Said So(PG13) 6 p.m.
Premonition(PG13) 6 p.m.
Oceans Thirteen(PG13) 7 p.m.
The Messengers(PG13) 6 p.m.
Nancy Drew(PG) 6 p.m.
The Messengers(PG13) 6 p.m.
Nancy Drew(PG) 6 p.m.
The Bourne Ultimatum All hewanted was to disappear. Instead,
Jason Bourne is now hunted by the
people who made him what he is.
Having lost his memory and the one
person he loved, he is undeterred by
the barrage of bullets and a new
generation of highly-trained killers.
Bourne has only one objective: to go
back to the beginning and find out who
he was. Now, in the new chapter of
this espionage series, Bourne will hunt
down his past in order to find a future.
He must travel from Moscow, Paris,
Madrid and London to Tangier and New
York City as he continues his quest to
find the real Jason Bourne--all the
while trying to outmaneuver the
scores of cops, federal officers and
Interpol agents with him in their
crosshairs.Rated PG-13 (actionviolence) 115 minutes
The Simpsons Movie After 18years on the air, Springfield's favorite
family finally makes it to the big screen.
Homer, Marge, Bart, Lisa and Maggie
Simpson will be there, along with
regulars like Moe the bartender and
Mr. Burns . Homer Simpson must save
the world from a catastrophe he
himself created. Rated PG-13
(irreverent humor) 87 minutes
Nancy Drew Nancy Drew, theresourceful teen detective, leaves
her friendly hometown of River
Heights for the West Coast and
enrolls at Hollywood High School.
There, her unique personal style
immediately sets her apart from her
self-absorbed, fast-living peers,
especially reigning fashionistas Inga
and Trish, who can't quite figure her
out but know that everything about
her is different--from her super-
smarts and retro manners to her
perfect picnic lunches and penny
loafers. Rated PG (violence, thematic
elements, language) 99 minutes
Spider-man 3(PG13)6:30 p.m..
Nancy Drew(PG) 7 p.m.
Because I Said So(PG13) 6 p.m.
Premonition(PG13) 6 p.m.
The Condemned A selectgroup of death row inmates are
offered the opportunity to compete
in a deadly game on an abandoned
island for one week. The winner of
the game will have his or her
sentence dropped down to life
imprisonment and avoid execution.
Rated R ( violence, language) 113
minutes
Knocked Up(R) 9 p.m.
Knocked Up(R) 7 p.m.
Harry Potter 5(PG13) 9 p.m.
Harry Potter 5(PG13) 9 p.m.
Oceans Thirteen(PG13) 6 p.m.
Nancy Drew(PG) 9 p.m.
The Bourne Ultimatum
(PG13) 7 p.m.The Bourne Ultimatum
(PG13) 7 p.m.
Oceans Thirteen(PG13) 7 p.m.
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USAG-Yongsan
Worship Services
Catholic Mass Sunday 8 a.m. South Post Chapel11:30 a.m. Memorial Chapel
5 p.m. Memorial Chapel
Tues./Wed. 12:05 p.m. 121 Hospital Chapel
Mon./Thur./Fri. 12:05p.m. Memorial Chapel
1st Sat. 9a.m. Memorial Chapel
Jewish Fr iday 7 p.m. South Pos t Chapel
Episcopal Sunday 10 a.m. Memorial ChapelUnited Pent. Sunday 1:30 p.m. Memorial ChapelCollective Prot. Sunday 8 a.m. Memorial Chapel(Weekly Communion) 9:30 a.m. 121 Hospital Chapel(Korean) 9:30 a.m. Hannam Village
10 a.m. South Post Chapel10 a.m. MTF (R.O.C.K.)10:30 a.m. K-16 Chapel
11 a.m. Hannam Village Chapel(Gospel) Noon South Post ChapelKATUSA Thursday 6:30 p.m. Memorial Chapel
KCFA 2nd Tues. 11:45 a.m. Memorial Chapel3rd Tues . 11:45 a.m. Memorial Chapel
Area II ChaplainsArea II ChaplainsArea II ChaplainsArea II ChaplainsArea II Chaplains
Chaplain (LTC) James P. King (Area II Staff Chaplain)
[email protected] or DSN 738-3009
Chaplain (MAJ) Adolph G. DuBose (Deputy Area II CH)
[email protected] or DSN 738-4043
Chaplain (MAJ) Leo Mora Jr. (Family Life Chaplain)
[email protected] or DSN 736-3018
If youve ever been deep sea fishing, then you
know its a gory sport.There are all sorts of gross things in abundance
things like worms and cut up squid and fish-gut
covered t-shirts, stretched over many a protruding
beer gut.
The whole thing is an unsightly mess.
And this whole thing is dependent upon
something as small as a hook.
Seriously, just ask my brother-in-law how he
caughtmy sisters attention.
Believe methe guy had a hook. He used a
statement of interest to generate further interest.
Please note: this kind of fishing can also be very
messy.
But life is messy and the truth is were all fishing
for something some of us simply choose to fishfor compliments, while others of us fish for another
promotion or a better job.
Yet with all of this fishing, we often hesitate to
cast a hook in the direction of the One person who
promises to sustain us through any situation.
We hesitate to draw God into our messy world.
We act as if God is so pure that we cant afford to
taint Him with our raw humanity.
In fact, we are often afraid to speak honestly with
God.
After all, who wants to tick off the Omnipotent,
Creator of the Universe?
But if God is God, then God can handle anything
including our anger, our hurt and our deepest
confusion. God does not need us to play polite with
Him. More than anywhere, we find this truth
reflected in the Old Testament, when King Davidspeaks honestly to God.
Out of anger and a sense of abandonment, David
prays, Lord, why do You cast off my soul? Why
do You hide Your face from me? I have been
afflicted and ready to die from my youth; I suffer
Your terrors; I am distraught Your fierce wrath
has gone over me; Your terrors have cut me
offLoved one and friend You have put far from
me, and my acquaintances into darkness(Psalms
88:14-18).
Clearly, Davids prayer does not let God off the
hook, and perhaps this is the very reason the prayer
is so powerful because it is an attempt to hook
God to find God in the middle of great
difficultyto hold onto the One who knows theanswers, even when they remain a mystery to us.
So next time you are struggling just to keep your
head above water, remember, we dont have to get
cleaned up to go to Godwe just need to go to
Him.
Two Way Conversation
At least Jonah
talked back to God.
Often I
do not even
do that.
Poem by Thomas John Carlisle
Cast your hook for GodCast your hook for GodCast your hook for GodCast your hook for GodCast your hook for GodBy CH (CPT) Heather L. Landrus,
121st CSH
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U. S. and KATUSA Soldiers from Camp
Humphreys spent about ten days at Daechon Beach
recently, but it wasnt a vacation. Instead, they spent
at least six hours per day volunteering at the 10th
annual Boryeong Mud Festival.
The Soldiers primary mission at the festival was
to provide language support for the many foreign
visitors to the event.
The Boryeong Mud Festival was first launched
in July 1998 to promote the outstanding quality of
cosmetic products made from the local mud and to
support local tourism.
Since then the Mud Festival has grown in
popularity and attracts visitors from around the world.
In order to make foreign visitors vacation more
pleasant, Boryeong City has picked volunteers to
facilitate the event, including KATUSA and U.S.
Soldiers for the language services.
Upon arrival the Soldiers were stationed in
different locations around Daecheon Beach,
including the information center, administration
headquarters, mud-products sales shop, and so forth.Duty hours were the same for all Soldiers, from
9 a.m. to 5 p.m. with formation twice a day. Despite
the relaxed surroundings, all Soldiers were held to
the same standards as if at Camp Humphreys.
USAG Humphreys Command Sergeant Major
Command Sgt. Maj. Jason K. Kim ensured the
Soldiers understood the standards while at Daechon
Beach.
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United States Army and Republic of Korea Soldiers from USAG Humphreys Garrison pose for a photo during the Mud Festival. The Soldiers volunteered their time for the event.
By Cpl. Im, Chun-suk
USAG Humphreys Public Affairs
Two Korean women put on a smile for the camera at this yearsmud festival at Boryeong. Performers give the crowd a show at Daechon Beach..
Soldiers enjoy some off time in the mud pit at Boryeong during the mud festival held recently.
Soldiers and civilians dance to drum beats during the fest.
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USAG-H
Mens Post Softball Championship
USAG-Humphreys 0 50 033 6 -- 17 21 2
USAG-Daegu 020 012 0 -- 5 10 2
HUMPHREYS (17) AB R H RBI
Mull, LF 4 1 2 1
Desmond, SS 5 2 2 2
Hooks, CF 5 2 4 6
Howell, P 5 0 3 0
Canady, PR 0 1 0 0
Adams, IB 3 2 1 2
Parrish, PR 0 0 0 0
Holloway, C 4 2 1 0
Tripp, RF 5 3 3 5
Profitt, RCF 4 2 3 0
Martell, 2B 4 1 2 0
Snyder, 3B 3 1 0 0
Totals 42 17 21 16
DAEGU (5) ABR H RBI
Berry, CF 3 0 0 0
Elder, LF 4 0 2 1Roberts, C 4 1 2 0
Koreen, 3B 3 0 1 0
Grasse, RCF 4 0 1 1
Hillard, P 3 1 1 0
Wagner, SS 3 1 0 0
Morgan, RF 3 2 2 0
Gregory, 1B 1 0 1 0
Brock, IB 1 0 0 0
Hoang, 2B 1 0 0 1
Johnson, 2B 1 0 0 0
Totals 31 5 10 3
2BMull, Desmond, Howell; HR Hooks (2),
Adams, Tripp (2). Sac Mull, Hoang. Double
Play Humphreys (2) Desmond-Adams;
Desmond-Martell-Adams. Error Snyder, Profitt,
Wagner, Koreen
Humphreys 11, Casey 9
Osan 14, Daegu 4
Humphreys 15, Yongsan 11
Daegu 16, Casey 12 (Casey eliminated)
Humphreys 20, Osan 8
Daegu 17, Yongsan 14 (Yongsan eliminated)
Daegu 28, Osan 11 (Osan eliminated)
USAG-RC
USAG-Casey 30 Kilometer Bike Race
Mens Division Open
1, 1:02, CW2 Nie Jones,
2, 1:03, Capt. Matthew Nielson
Mens Division Senior
1, 1:05, Staff Sgt. Nelson Broussand,
2, 1:14, Capt. Dale Woodhouse
USAG-Y
Summer Basketball League
Summer Basketball League
Kanakas (52), 2/2 Avn (41)
Mulayo (47), Nowuno (40)
94th MP (25), All Cl (55)
Mulayo (41), 121st CSH (30)
94th MP (2), 2/2 Avn (0)
Kanakas (36), Mulayo (38)
All Cl (57), Nowuno (59)
Kanakas (39), 94th MP (35)
Standings
Mulayo 10-1
Nowuno 7-3
Kanakas 7-3
121st CSH 5-5
All Cl 3-6
94th MP 2-7
2/2 Avn 0-9
Upcoming Events and News
10 KM Roadrace Aug. 18, 8 a.m. at Colier.
Trent Gym Basketball Court closed Aug. 13-18
for refinishing.
Collier Field house Basketball Court closed Aug.
20-25 for refinishing.
Aerobics, Yoga, Spinning and Martial Arts
Classes are offered at Trent, Collier and Hannam
at various times. Contact your local Sports
Office at 738-8608.
USAG-HUMPHREYS The curse is history. Beating dual
archrivals Yongsan and Osan along the way, the USAG-
Humphreys Mens Post-Level Softball team rolled to the Korea-
wide title, ripping USAG-Daegu, 17-5 in the finals at Soldier Field
here Sunday.
It has been a long time coming, said Bulldogs Coach Marcus
Lux, who took his fifth team into the Korea-wide Tournament and
finally emerged with the top prize.
We may have had more talented teams and individual players
in the past, Lux said, but we have never had a group as dedicated
and as willing to put the team first. Everyone on the roster from
the players on the field to those on the bench were focused on
getting the job done. And we had some pretty good and loud
fans, too, that helped keep the spirits high.
The Bulldogs pounded out 21 hits including five homerunsand three doubles in blowing out Daegu with centerfielder Doug
Hooks and rightfielder Gerald Tripp blasting two round-trippers
each and combining for 11 runs batted in. First baseman Phil Big
A Adams added a two-run blast.
Meanwhile, the Humphreys defense was rock solid turning
two double plays to choke off Daegu rallies.
More importantly, we didnt make any mental errors on either
offense or defense, Lux said. We took the bases we should
have taken on offense and we threw to the right base on defense.
We played the game the way its supposed to be played for the
entire tournament. Thats why we won.
The Bulldogs entered the tournament as the No. 4 seed, having
lost three of four to Yongsan and splitting with both Osan and
Daegu in the regular season. Lux knew that those teams loomed
on the horizon as Humphreys opened tournament action against
USAG-Casey in a game marred by both hard rain and lightening.
We never would have been able to play this tournament
anywhere else in Korea, said Area Sports Director Lonnie Herring.
But our artificial Field Turf has great drainage and even a hard
rain doesnt make it unsafe. We knew that as long as the lightening
stayed away we would be okay.
Lightning didnt stay away in the opener and with the score
tied at 2, Mother Nature brought everything to an immediate halt
with half a dozen bolts on the horizon.
We immediately stopped play, Herring said. We have a
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house rule that we have to wait a half hour after lightning hasbeen spotted. If theres another bolt, the 30 minutes starts all
over again.
The lightning was gone from the sky as play resumed, but it
wasnt gone from the field as Casey jumped into an 8-2 lead and
had the Bulldogs on the ropes.
Thats where we showed ourselves what we were made of,
Lux said. We scored twice in the fourth, three times in the fifth
and then put Casey away with four more in the sixth. Meanwhile,
the defense tightened up and we won 11-9.
But now it was time to meet Yongsan the first place team and
pre-tournament favorite.
Yongsan has led to some big disappointments in the past,
Lux said. For some reason, they always seem to have our number
especially in tournament play. Weve had games all but won
and then something would happen a error, a wind-blown hit, a
key injury. It was like we were cursed. But not this time.The game opened with Yongsan putting a four-spot on the
board in the top of the first. But the Bulldogs answered with four
of their own and then added three more in the bottom of the
second. Humphreys also scored in the third, fourth and fifth and
emerged with a 15-11 victory.
In the past, some of our better teams would have fallen four
behind and just given up, Lux said. But these guys dont quit.
Heck, we beat the rain and the lightning to beat Casey. Whats
four runs?
The victory earned the Bulldogs a date with Osan in the
Winners Bracket finals with a berth in the championship awaiting
the victor. Osan had gotten a break in the early rounds as first
Kunsan and then Wonju were unable to field teams for the
tournament.
Humphreys put two on the board in the top of the second, but
Osan answered with three in the second and three more in thethird to take a 6-2 lead. It was then that the Bulldogs decided to
bite, scoring 13 times in the top of the fourth, sending 18 batters
to the plate. The Mustangs were broken and fell 20-8 in six frames.
Daegu, meanwhile, was fighting its way back through the
Losers Bracket, eliminating Casey, 16-12; Yongsan, 17-14; and
advancing to the finals by ripping Osan, 28-11. But maybe Daegu
should have saved some of that firepower for the finals as they
were no match for the Bulldogs and went home with second-
place hardware.
Humphreys first baseman Phil Adams cant dig out the errant throw as Daegus Mark Wagner is safe at first in finals action Sunday. Adams
and the Bulldogs dug out a lot more than they missed as they thumped Daegu 17-5 for the Korea Post-Level Mens title.
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