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Published in the Interest of the Personnel at Fort Hood, Texas
THURSDAY, JULY 29, 2010 09:30:59 AM |
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News
Wrangler Bde supports 3rd ACR equipment deploymentDespite the heat and humidity, Soldiers from the 4th Sustainment Brigade, 13th Sustainment Command (Expeditionary), teamed up with the 3rd Armored Cavalry Regiment to prepare and move equipment and vehicles for the Brave Rifles’ upcoming deployment in support of Operation New Dawn. “We’ve been out here since day one,” Sgt. Michael Matusiak, with the 602nd Maintenance Company, 553rd Combat Sustainment Support Battalion, said. “We have been providing maintenance support, safety, traffic control, and anything else it takes to make sure these vehicles get on the trains,” he added. From July 7-21, several units from the 4th Sust. Bde. helped to move about 750 pieces of equipment from motor pools to the railhead, where the equipment will be taken to the Port of Beaumont for shipment to Iraq. ...
Other News
Division West streamlines aviator mobe processBirds of a feather from the Army National Guard’s aviation community flocked together July 20-22 at North Fort Hood for an Aviation Joint Assessment, an event previously held in Georgia. The change in location was facilitated by completion of the Longhorn Airstrip expansion, which contributed to Fort Hood becoming the premier mobilization training platform for most reserve component aviation assets.
Saber Soldier receives Purple HeartA former 3rd Brigade Combat Team, 1st Cavalry Division Soldier has been awarded the Purple Heart Medal for injuries he sustained in Diyala Province during a combat logistical convoy in the fall of 2007.
Area beautification leads Soldiers to build flower bedsSeveral transitional Soldiers attached to the Hood Mobilization Brigade recently got a chance to help other Soldiers and to show off their landscaping skills by building a border for a flower garden at the Texas Military Family Foundation. The Soldiers, members of the Texas National Guard’s 36th Sustainment Brigade, which recently returned from deployment, installed the border despite the heat July 22 and Friday. The project will allow other Soldiers, both active duty and reserve troops, to add to the garden during their transition time.
Brigade works to improve housing areaThe 3rd Brigade Combat Team, 1st Cavalry Division, continues to nurture its relationship with Comanche II Village, its sponsored, on-post community. During a town hall meeting and ice cream social July 20, the community mayor and community life noncommissioned officer met at the Comanche Youth Development Center to inform and engage Comanche II residents. Representatives from 3rd BCT, including Col. Douglas Crissman, the brigade’s commander, attended the meeting to maintain relations and gather information concerning the health and welfare of community members and their homes.
First Team troop named Army Times SoYHe’s been shot at in combat, saved lives on the battlefield and responded to the wounded victims of the Nov. 5 attack on Fort Hood. As a result, Staff Sgt. Zackary Filip has been named the Army Times Soldier of the Year.
Junior enlisted Soldiers take charge of Leadership Reaction CourseInstead of taking directions, as usual, junior enlisted Soldiers with 1st Battalion, 289th Infantry Regiment, an Army Reserve battalion under the 479th Field Artillery Brigade, had the opportunity to lead the way during their unit’s July 21 Leadership Reaction Course.
Leader checks combat complacencyBAGHDAD – As United States Forces – Iraq continues to carry on its mission of advising and assisting the Iraqi Security Forces, first line leaders need to ensure that their troops are informed, know their mission and that they meet the standards set down by the Army and USF-I.
Recovery Council discusses current, future opsBAGHDAD – Leaders from across Iraq who work to rescue or recover missing personnel met July 19 at Al Faw Palace on Camp Victory to discuss current and future recovery operations. The Personnel Recovery Council is a semi-annual two-day event that brings together individuals involved in the recovery of isolated, missing, detained, or captured personnel. Representatives from the Department of State, the FBI, and United States Divisions were on hand to discuss their efforts to find and recover isolated servicemembers or contractors.
Fort Hood kicks off iWatch in August
Terrorism is an enduring, persistent threat to our nation and our Army. Soldiers and civilians must understand the terrorist threat, take actions to detect and deter terrorist activities, and warn and defend against the full range of terrorist tactics. The Army’s anti-terrorism program provides the defensive element in the fight against terrorists and each and every member of the Army community plays a part in this fight.
Terrorism is an enduring, persistent threat to our nation and our Army. Soldiers and civilians must understand the terrorist threat, take actions to detect and deter terrorist activities, and warn and defend against the full range of terrorist tactics. The Army’s anti-terrorism program provides the defensive element in the fight against terrorists and each and every member of the Army community plays a part in this fight.
MPs brush up on law enforcement to assist, protect, defendSoldiers of the 178th Military Police Detachment came one step closer to completing their law enforcement recertification at Fort Hood July 21. Every year, MPs are required to recertify on law enforcement tactics, techniques and procedures in order to retain proficiency in their basic MP skills no matter their current position.
Black Jack Soldier wins Commandant ChallengeWith a straight face and professional look, Spc. Luis Rodriguez, an ammunition team chief with 3rd Battalion, 82nd Field Artillery Regiment, 2nd Brigade Combat Team, 1st Cavalry Division, walked across the stage to receive the Fort Hood Warrior Leader Course Commandant Challenge award at Howze Auditorium July 22.
Wrangler Bde volunteers help grieving childrenOne of the Army values is selfless service, and volunteers from the 4th Sustainment Brigade, 13th Sustainment Command (Expeditionary), along with other III Corps Soldiers, were a living example of this value during last weekend’s two-day Good Grief Camp at Fort Hood.
1st Med Bde transfers commandDuring an assumption of command ceremony Friday at the III Corps flagpole, Brig.Gen. Paul Wentz re-established Col. Bruce McVeigh’s command of the 1st Medical Brigade. Members of the brigade headquarters, including McVeigh, recently returned from a yearlong deployment to Iraq. During the deployment, Lt. Col. Lee Roupe was the rear detachment commander.
Wranglers back in the saddle after uncasing colorsSoldiers of the 15th Special Troops Battalion, 15th Sustainment Brigade, 13th Sustainment Command (Expeditionary), and family members watched July 16 as the Wranglers uncased their colors during a ceremony at Fort Hood.
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Temporary profile: Interpretation biggest challenge for leaders
There are two categories of profiles – temporary or permanent. Today, we will focus on temporary profiles. Our office receives numerous calls in reference to the physical profiles. The guidance for profiles is located in Army Regulation 40-501, Chapter 7, AR 600-20, AR 600-8-101, and Command Policy letter, MEDCEN-01. The goal of a profile is to provide the commander an understanding of what a Soldier can do while going through physiological rehabilitation. The challenge is in the interpretation; the profiling officer versus the Soldier versus the commander.
There are two categories of profiles – temporary or permanent. Today, we will focus on temporary profiles. Our office receives numerous calls in reference to the physical profiles. The guidance for profiles is located in Army Regulation 40-501, Chapter 7, AR 600-20, AR 600-8-101, and Command Policy letter, MEDCEN-01. The goal of a profile is to provide the commander an understanding of what a Soldier can do while going through physiological rehabilitation. The challenge is in the interpretation; the profiling officer versus the Soldier versus the commander.
Phantom Voices
What is the one thing on Fort Hood you’d like to learn more about? Why?
“Probably daycare. I have a pregnant wife and that’s going to be important soon.”
Pfc. Trevor Bowers, 2-5 Cav.
“Probably the Zumba and some of the workout stuff. I think that’s something good for the Army wives.”
Sara Fitzgerald, Army spouse
“I’d like to learn more about the post basketball team because I’d like to play on it.”
Spc. Clifton Epps, 2-7 Cav.
“The children’s activities like daycare and special events for the kids. It doesn’t seem like they have a lot.”
Cameron Gavin, civilian
“They’ve got some on-post museums. Maybe they could advertise those a little better.”
Sgt. 1st Class Phillip Smith, 4th Sust. Bde.
2 Minute Briefs
‘National Night Out’ set
Fort Hood is hosting a “National Night Out” event 6-10 p.m. Tuesday at two locations on the installation.
On-post activities for the nationwide event encouraging neighbors to band together will be held on the east side of the installation at the Bronco Youth Center and on the west side at Smith Middle School.
“The focus of the event is two-fold,” said Sgt. Andrew Samarripa, the National Night Out coordinator with Fort Hood’s Directorate of Emergency Services, “To create a sense of community by coming together in a united front to take a stand against crime, and to energize our Neighborhood Watch Programs.”
McGruff the crime dog and the Drug Abuse Awareness Program mascot Darren the Lion will make appearances at both locations. Entertainment will be provided.
Bronco Youth Center will host a tae kwon do demonstration, a talent show sponsored by Fort Hood’s Child, Youth and School Services, and a military working dog demonstration.
At Smith Middle School, the SkiesUnlimited program will sponsor a fashion show and hip-hop dancing. The Family Advocacy Program will conduct child safety seat inspections.
Residents of Fort Hood housing areas are encouraged to attend.
“(It’s) neighbors networking with other neighbors, creating a sense of camaraderie so we can take care of our community as a whole,” Samarripa said.
For more information about the event, call 287-4752 or contact your village community manager’s office.
Locked out? Contact your unit
The Barracks Management, First Sergeants Barracks Program can no longer provide room lockout services.
FSBP also is unable to continue providing after-hours in-processing of Soldiers who need barracks billeting.
Both of these services will become unit responsibilities effective Sunday. For assistance, Soldiers must report to their brigade staff duty officer or staff duty noncommissioned officer.
Soldiers in separate units which do not fall under a brigade must request assistance from their unit SDO, SDNCO or charge-of-quarters staff.
For more information, call Ken Fyffe at 287-4884.
Volunteers sought
The Department of Ministry and Pastoral Care at the Carl R. Darnall Army Medical Center is seeking volunteers to provide hospitality to patients and family members in the hospital.
The ministry is looking for volunteers willing to offer a listening ear, provide a comforting presence to patients, sit with them, read to them, and give information about hospital and community resources.
People interested in helping out should contact Chaplain (Lt. Col.) John Potter at 288-8848 to schedule an interview about becoming a part of this caring and supportive team.
Fort Hood is hosting a “National Night Out” event 6-10 p.m. Tuesday at two locations on the installation.
On-post activities for the nationwide event encouraging neighbors to band together will be held on the east side of the installation at the Bronco Youth Center and on the west side at Smith Middle School.
“The focus of the event is two-fold,” said Sgt. Andrew Samarripa, the National Night Out coordinator with Fort Hood’s Directorate of Emergency Services, “To create a sense of community by coming together in a united front to take a stand against crime, and to energize our Neighborhood Watch Programs.”
McGruff the crime dog and the Drug Abuse Awareness Program mascot Darren the Lion will make appearances at both locations. Entertainment will be provided.
Bronco Youth Center will host a tae kwon do demonstration, a talent show sponsored by Fort Hood’s Child, Youth and School Services, and a military working dog demonstration.
At Smith Middle School, the SkiesUnlimited program will sponsor a fashion show and hip-hop dancing. The Family Advocacy Program will conduct child safety seat inspections.
Residents of Fort Hood housing areas are encouraged to attend.
“(It’s) neighbors networking with other neighbors, creating a sense of camaraderie so we can take care of our community as a whole,” Samarripa said.
For more information about the event, call 287-4752 or contact your village community manager’s office.
Locked out? Contact your unit
The Barracks Management, First Sergeants Barracks Program can no longer provide room lockout services.
FSBP also is unable to continue providing after-hours in-processing of Soldiers who need barracks billeting.
Both of these services will become unit responsibilities effective Sunday. For assistance, Soldiers must report to their brigade staff duty officer or staff duty noncommissioned officer.
Soldiers in separate units which do not fall under a brigade must request assistance from their unit SDO, SDNCO or charge-of-quarters staff.
For more information, call Ken Fyffe at 287-4884.
Volunteers sought
The Department of Ministry and Pastoral Care at the Carl R. Darnall Army Medical Center is seeking volunteers to provide hospitality to patients and family members in the hospital.
The ministry is looking for volunteers willing to offer a listening ear, provide a comforting presence to patients, sit with them, read to them, and give information about hospital and community resources.
People interested in helping out should contact Chaplain (Lt. Col.) John Potter at 288-8848 to schedule an interview about becoming a part of this caring and supportive team.
Fallen Warriors
DEREK SCHICCHI
1st Cavalry Division
Sergeant Derek Peter Schicchi, 27, of Spring Hill, Fla., died July 19 in Killeen of an apparent gunshot wound. Schicchi joined the military in February 2003 as a track vehicle repairer. He had been assigned to Company D, 1st Battalion, 7th Cavalry Regiment, 1st Brigade Combat Team, 1st Cavalry Division, since July 2007.
He deployed in support of Operation Iraqi Freedom from August 2007 to January 2008 and January 2009 to January 2010.
Schicchi’s awards and decorations include the Army Commendation Medal with one oak leaf cluster, Army Good Conduct Medal, National Defense Service Medal, Iraqi Campaign Medal with Bronze Campaign Star, Global War on Terrorism Expeditionary Medal, Global War on Terrorism Service Medal, Overseas Service Ribbon and Army ...
1st Cavalry Division
Sergeant Derek Peter Schicchi, 27, of Spring Hill, Fla., died July 19 in Killeen of an apparent gunshot wound. Schicchi joined the military in February 2003 as a track vehicle repairer. He had been assigned to Company D, 1st Battalion, 7th Cavalry Regiment, 1st Brigade Combat Team, 1st Cavalry Division, since July 2007.
He deployed in support of Operation Iraqi Freedom from August 2007 to January 2008 and January 2009 to January 2010.
Schicchi’s awards and decorations include the Army Commendation Medal with one oak leaf cluster, Army Good Conduct Medal, National Defense Service Medal, Iraqi Campaign Medal with Bronze Campaign Star, Global War on Terrorism Expeditionary Medal, Global War on Terrorism Service Medal, Overseas Service Ribbon and Army ...
Justice Served
Federal District Court results:
A Soldier assigned to the 13th Sustainment Command (Expeditionary) was found guilty of Driving While Impaired, and was sentenced to three days confinement, a $250 fine and a $25 special assessment fee.
A Soldier assigned to III Corps was found guilty of DWI, and was sentenced to 10 days confinement, a $350 fine and a $15 special assessment fee.
A Soldier assigned to the 1st Cavalry Division was found guilty of Driving While License Invalid, and was sentenced to a $350 fine and a $5 special assessment fee.
A civilian was found guilty of Theft of Government Property, and was sentenced to one year of probation, attendance at a Theft Alternative Course, 50 hours of community service, a no contact order and a $25 special assessment fee.
A civilian was found ...
A Soldier assigned to the 13th Sustainment Command (Expeditionary) was found guilty of Driving While Impaired, and was sentenced to three days confinement, a $250 fine and a $25 special assessment fee.
A Soldier assigned to III Corps was found guilty of DWI, and was sentenced to 10 days confinement, a $350 fine and a $15 special assessment fee.
A Soldier assigned to the 1st Cavalry Division was found guilty of Driving While License Invalid, and was sentenced to a $350 fine and a $5 special assessment fee.
A civilian was found guilty of Theft of Government Property, and was sentenced to one year of probation, attendance at a Theft Alternative Course, 50 hours of community service, a no contact order and a $25 special assessment fee.
A civilian was found ...
