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WASHINGTON - As part of his first official trip to Afghanistan as defense secretary, Ash Carter made a stop in Kandahar Sunday to thank U.S. troops there for their dedication to the mission and the progress they and their NATO and Afghan allies have achieved. His visit was to the Train Advise and Assist Command – South, formerly Regional Command – South. The command’s area of responsibility includes the provinces of Kandahar, Uruzgan, Zabul and Daykundi. The 1st Cavalry Division is what is called the TAAC-South framework element, and contributing countries include Romania, Slovakia, the United Kingdom, Belgium, Australia, Jordan and Georgia. At TAAC-South’s Kandahar Airfield headquarters, Carter told the troops that they are his priority. “You’re what I wake up to every morning,...» read more
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Fort Hood, local leaders discuss educationSmiles and handshakes made their way around the Grande Ballroom Tuesday as Fort Hood leadership met with key individuals involved with the education of the surrounding communities on Day 1 of the Fort Hood Area Education Summit at Club Hood. “The education of our children is a key component of the quality of life, line of effort and is one of my four priorities as commander here at Fort Hood,” said Lt. Gen. Sean MacFarland, III Corps Fort Hood and commanding general. “Today we heard from the Department of Defense Education Activity and Texas Education Agency, who provided us an overview at the federal and state level of the education of our military connected students”.
3rd Cav Regt completes mission for TF SinaiEL GORAH, Egypt - The cavalry has arrived and as their unit motto suggests, they are “Rarin to Go.” Texas Army National Guard Soldiers from the 1st Squadron, 112th Cavalry Regiment assumed command of the U.S. Army Security Battalion from the Fort Hood-based 4th Squadron, 3rd Cavalry Regiment during a transfer of authority ceremony held Feb. 18 on the Multinational Force and Observer´s South Camp in Sharm el-Sheikh, Egypt. The ceremony marks the 60th rotation of U.S. Soldiers to deploy in support of the MFO´s peacekeeping mission and comes during a time when much of the world´s focus has shifted to the region.
Greywolf troops complete live-fire exercisesAttack helicopters, tanks, infantry and artillery performed harmoniously with each other during the 2nd Battalion, 7th Cavalry Regiment, 3rd Armored Brigade Combat Team, 1st Cavalry Division, combined live-fire exercise Feb. 18 at Fort Hood. The exercise was meant to evaluate each of the groups´ efficiency in accomplishing their missions while simultaneously communicating with the others to accomplish shared tasks.
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Carter discusses progress with leadersWASHINGTON - U.S. and coalition troops have a new mission in Afghanistan but the same strong commitment to sustaining an enduring partnership, Defense Secretary Ash Carter said Saturday during a joint press conference with Afghan President Mohammad Ashraf Ghani in Kabul. This was Carter´s first official trip to Afghanistan as defense secretary, but his 10th trip there over the years. Approximately 10,000 U.S. troops remain in Afghanistan, working with their partners in the Afghan National Security Forces.
Russia, terrorists, cyber among top threats, Dempsey warnsCOLLEGE STATION - The global security environment contains a host of threats, including Russian aggression that threatens NATO allies and the violent extremists network from western Pakistan to north Africa, said the chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff. Army Gen. Martin Dempsey spoke Friday at a student conference on national affairs at Texas A&M University, rounding out a two-day visit to the campus.
Experts: More needs to be done to combat assaults on malesTYSONS CORNER, Va. - Experts urged Army leaders to reach out to male victims of sexual assault, saying people must not look at sexual violence as exclusively a women´s issue. Jim Hopper, a psychologist and researcher, and Russell Strand, a retired Criminal Investigative Service special agent, spoke about an aspect of sexual violence not often discussed: sexual assaults on men. The men spoke during the Army´s Sexual Harassment/Assault Response Program Summit Feb. 19.
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Complex offers insight to Texas natural historyWACO - I’ve been putting a lot of focus on Austin in the past few months of Traveling Soldier stories, and I’m pretty sure I haven’t given Waco any attention since early last year. I first visited Baylor’s Mayborn Museum Complex in 2013 with my little brother, and we had an excellent time exploring the 142,000-square-foot building, with exhibits around every corner.
Gatesville shows appreciation to Soldiers, FamiliesGATESVILLE - The Gatesville Chamber of Commerce held its seventh annual Military Appreciation Fish Fry Friday for Soldiers, Families and veterans from their southern neighbor, Fort Hood. “This is the Military Appreciation Fish Fry we hold every year,” said Gary Chumley, Gatesville mayor. “It’s mainly to just touch base with our neighbors down at Fort Hood and let them know how much we appreciate their service to our country and community.”
Cast, crew selected for ‘We Serve’ Soldier ShowSAN ANTONIO - Following a St. Valentine’s matinee of live auditions at the historic Fort Sam Houston Theatre, 18 Soldier-performers, four technicians, three production assistants and two drivers made the cut for the 2015 U.S. Army Soldier Show, Feb. 14. The “We Serve” tour will deliver song-and-dance entertainment for 63 performances at 38 venues, including an Army birthday week performance, June 9, at Warner Theatre in Washington, D.C., and the Army Birthday Ball, June 13, at the Washington Hilton Hotel.
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DOCA Visits Fort Hood. Members travel to Texas to learn about Great PlaceA national nonprofit group focused on learning and sharing knowledge about national defense spent two days at Fort Hood last week to further their understanding about the service members and their work here. Thirty-six members of the Burke, Virginia-based Defense Orientation Conference Association traveled to Central Texas Feb. 19 and Friday to meet with Soldiers and leaders, learn about the Great Place and gain hands-on experience with some of the virtual training capabilities available here.
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The facility is closed on Sunday.
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79th Ordnance Battalion hosts prayer breakfastBreakfast is considered by many to be the most important meal of the day. It energizes the body, improves concentration and thanks to the 79th Ordnance Battalion, Soldiers had an opportunity to boost their minds and spirits. The chaplain’s office at the 79th Ord. Bn. put these factors to good use during a prayer breakfast at the Operation Iraqi Freedom Dining Facility at Fort Hood Feb. 19.
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Fort Hood's rugby team rebounds against Fort Sill GunnersThe post’s rugby team crossed Texas’ northern border Saturday for a road match against Fort Sill that ended lopsidedly in Fort Hood’s favor – 118-10 – but resulted in a loss nonetheless because of a lack of competitors. Traditional rugby matches involve two teams facing off with 15 on each side. Fort Hood had roughly 10 members make the trip, and with Fort Sill agreeing to send over one of their newer members, the match was played 10-on-10.
ArmyFit’s self-development website gets useful upgradesWASHINGTON - ArmyFit celebrated its first birthday recently, with the addition of several new features to its website. The site, at armyfit.army.mil, is designed to help improve quality of life for Soldiers, Families and Army civilians. New features include email notifications and a fitness-tracker interface. But first, a quick overview of the site for those not familiar with it:
NBA trade deadline catches fire, provides entertainmentThe NBA’s trade deadline brought fireworks to an otherwise slow sports news day a week ago. Teams jockeying to stay competitive in this year’s playoff race – Oklahoma City and Miami – made deals with teams looking toward the future – Phoenix and Boston – or even further to the future, as is the case with Philadelphia.
News Briefs
Job Fair today
“Operation Austin,” a job fair sponsored by Austin Chamber of Commerce, will have more than 60 companies at Club Hood from 10 a.m.-3 p.m. today.
Austin chamber estimates companies in the Austin area currently have over 4,200 job vacancies.
A breakout panel session regarding entrepreneurship will also be held. Both Bunker Austin and Tech Ranch Austin will be hold presentations to interested veterans/Soldiers on available entrepreneurship opportunities in Austin; there will be a question and answer session as well. F7, a women-centered entrepreneurship group will also hold a focus group session.
Limited parking is available at Club Hood, but with most restricted to handicapped, Club Hood employees and job fair workers/exhibitors. Soldiers and other job seekers attending the job fair must park on 22nd and 23rd Streets between Old Battalion and Battalion Avenues (east of Division West Headquarters) or at Hood Stadium off Clear Creek behind the Exchange.
Free shuttle buses will transport job fair attendees to and from Club Hood. This event is open to the public, however, members of the community wishing to attend must obtain a separate vehicle pass for this event at the Visitor Welcome Center and then also use the designated parking areas for the shuttle bus transportation.
Road closure
Old Georgetown Road will be closed to through traffic from Elijah Road to West Range Road, and the bridge closure itself is located near Royalty Ridge Road. All tanks trails along the roadway will remain open throughout the construction repairs. The road should be re-opened by the end of March.
All traffic from the North Fort Hood and the Gatesville area need to use West Range Road or FM 116 to Tank Destroyer Boulevard. The traffic from main cantonment should use Tank Destroyer Boulevard or East Range Road if they plan on going north through post.
Water conservation in effect
Due to low water levels in Belton Lake, Bell County Water Control and Improvement District #1, has requested that their customers implement water conservation measures. As a result, Fort Hood is implementing Stage 1 of its Water Shortage Contingency Plan and will publish an operations order to that effect. The following water supply management measures will be required of all Soldiers, civilians and contractors who work or reside on Fort Hood:
• No watering of all types of landscaping between the hours of 11 a.m.-6 p.m. daily. No water runoff allowed from areas being watered.
• Minimize the use of water for irrigation of landscaping and vehicle washing, and do not waste potable water.
• No use of potable water to wash driveways, sidewalks, or buildings for general cleaning.
• Report all water leaks to Directorate of Public Works at 287-2113.
• Exceptions may be authorized by the Director of Public Works or Garrison commander for certain activities. The goal of Stage 1 is to reduce daily water usage by at least 5 percent. Stage 1 measures will remain in effect until the order is rescinded or additional conservation measures are implemented.
For more information, call DPW Environmental at 287-6499.
“Operation Austin,” a job fair sponsored by Austin Chamber of Commerce, will have more than 60 companies at Club Hood from 10 a.m.-3 p.m. today.
Austin chamber estimates companies in the Austin area currently have over 4,200 job vacancies.
A breakout panel session regarding entrepreneurship will also be held. Both Bunker Austin and Tech Ranch Austin will be hold presentations to interested veterans/Soldiers on available entrepreneurship opportunities in Austin; there will be a question and answer session as well. F7, a women-centered entrepreneurship group will also hold a focus group session.
Limited parking is available at Club Hood, but with most restricted to handicapped, Club Hood employees and job fair workers/exhibitors. Soldiers and other job seekers attending the job fair must park on 22nd and 23rd Streets between Old Battalion and Battalion Avenues (east of Division West Headquarters) or at Hood Stadium off Clear Creek behind the Exchange.
Free shuttle buses will transport job fair attendees to and from Club Hood. This event is open to the public, however, members of the community wishing to attend must obtain a separate vehicle pass for this event at the Visitor Welcome Center and then also use the designated parking areas for the shuttle bus transportation.
Road closure
Old Georgetown Road will be closed to through traffic from Elijah Road to West Range Road, and the bridge closure itself is located near Royalty Ridge Road. All tanks trails along the roadway will remain open throughout the construction repairs. The road should be re-opened by the end of March.
All traffic from the North Fort Hood and the Gatesville area need to use West Range Road or FM 116 to Tank Destroyer Boulevard. The traffic from main cantonment should use Tank Destroyer Boulevard or East Range Road if they plan on going north through post.
Water conservation in effect
Due to low water levels in Belton Lake, Bell County Water Control and Improvement District #1, has requested that their customers implement water conservation measures. As a result, Fort Hood is implementing Stage 1 of its Water Shortage Contingency Plan and will publish an operations order to that effect. The following water supply management measures will be required of all Soldiers, civilians and contractors who work or reside on Fort Hood:
• No watering of all types of landscaping between the hours of 11 a.m.-6 p.m. daily. No water runoff allowed from areas being watered.
• Minimize the use of water for irrigation of landscaping and vehicle washing, and do not waste potable water.
• No use of potable water to wash driveways, sidewalks, or buildings for general cleaning.
• Report all water leaks to Directorate of Public Works at 287-2113.
• Exceptions may be authorized by the Director of Public Works or Garrison commander for certain activities. The goal of Stage 1 is to reduce daily water usage by at least 5 percent. Stage 1 measures will remain in effect until the order is rescinded or additional conservation measures are implemented.
For more information, call DPW Environmental at 287-6499.
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