Traveller July 4, 2013

CHIEF HONOREDFort Lee’s deputy fire chief earns rare certification from national credentialing agencey

RESCUER EARNS SERVICE AWARDPost law enforcement officer cited for rescue of civilian heart attack victim

PREVENTING HEAT INJURIESKenner Connection offers tips, information to decrease risk

POST RESIDENTS INVITED TO CELEBRATE ‘LIFE AT LEE’The July 20 outdoor event features a catered barbecue picnic and lots of youth activities to include the splash park, face-painting, temporary tattoos and more

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Fort Lee

Army Performance Troupe Delivers Positive, Relevant MessagesSHOW-STOPPERS

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The Fort Lee “Traveller” is printed by offset process every Thursday as a civilian enterprise in the interest of personnel at the U.S. Army Combined Arms Support Command and Fort Lee, Va. 23801, by Military Newspapers of Virginia, 114 Charlotte Avenue Suite A, Colonial Heights, Va. 23834, in accordance with Department of the Army Regulations 210-20 and 360-1. This publication receives armed forces material and civilian newspapers are authorized to reprint such material without specific clearance except material specifically designated as copyrighted. Liaison between the printer and the commanding general, Fort Lee, is maintained by the Public Affairs Office, Fort Lee. Circulation: 13,000. This Civilian Enterprise newspaper is an authorized publication. Contents of the “Traveller” are not necessarily the official view of, nor endorsed by, the U.S. Army Combined Arms Support Command and Fort Lee. Advertising in this publication including inserts or supplements does not constitute endorsement by the Department of the Army or Military Newspapers of Virginia. Everything advertised in this publication shall be made available for purchase, use or patronage without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital status, physical handicap, political affiliation, or any other non merit factor. If a violation or rejection of this equal opportunity policy by an advertiser is confirmed, the printer shall refuse to print advertising from that source until violation is corrected. The “Traveller” is an unofficial publication authorized by AR 360-1, and printed by the Military Newspapers of Virginia, a private firm in no way connected with the U. S. Army Combined Arms Support Command or Fort Lee. The editorial content is prepared, edited and provided by the Public Affairs Office of Headquarters, U. S. Army Garrison, Fort Lee.To reach the Traveller Staff, call (804) 734-7147.

Commanding General .............Maj. Gen. Larry D. WycheGarrison Commander .....................Col. Rodney D. EdgePublic Affairs Officer ...................................D.R. BinghamCommand Information/Managing Editor ...Patrick BuffettSenior Writer/Special Assignments ......... T. Anthony BellProduction/News Assistant Editor .................. Amy PerryFamily/Community Life Reporter ..........................VacantProduction Assistant .............................. Ray Kozakewicz

T. Anthony Bell

Members of the 2013 Army Soldier Show perform a broadway-style number during a performance June 27 at the MacLaugh-lin Fitness Center. See Pages 12-13 for story and more photos.

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COMMANDER’S CORNER | RISK MANAGEMENT REDUCES ACCIDENTS

This Independence Day, we will celebrate 237 years of our Nation’s freedom. In the tradi-tion of the brave men and wom-en who have come before you, your service ensures our liberty is perpetually sustained. Thank you for what you do every day for our country.

Fireworks are the main at-traction of Independence Day

celebrations; however, they can cause life-long serious injuries. Department of Defense policy prohibits the use of fireworks by individuals on a military in-stallation including the hous-ing areas. The state of Virginia prohibits individual use of fire-crackers, torpedoes, sky rockets and other fireworks that explode or rise into the air. The safest

way to enjoy the fireworks is to attend the “Fourth at the Fort” celebration.

Team, remember to apply risk management to your out-door activities. You can reduce the risks of sunburn, skin can-cer, heat stress and heat exhaus-tion by limiting your exposure, drinking plenty of water, wear-ing sunscreen and knowing your physical limitations. Swimmers and boaters can reduce the risk of drowning by adhering to all water safety rules, wearing per-sonal flotation devices and not swimming alone.

Privately owned vehicle acci-

dents are still the No. 1 cause of Army fatalities. Speed, alcohol and fatigue are the leading con-tributors. Drive defensively, get plenty of rest and don’t drink and drive.

As leaders, our involvement is still paramount in reducing accidents. Everyone is impor-tant to the mission of our Army.

Denise and I wish each of you a happy and safe Independence Day holiday. Let’s make it acci-dent fatality-free.

– Maj. Gen. Larry D. Wyche, commanding general,

CASCOM and Fort Lee

CG offers holiday safety message Any persons or firms

with debts owed to or hav-ing just claim against the es-tate of Staff Sgt. Jeffery Paul Reuter, deceased, formerly of Headquarters and Headquarters Company, Combined Arms Support Command, Fort Lee, must contact Maj. Thomas Krupp, the Summary Court Martial Officer for the Soldier. Call (804) 734-0493 or email [email protected].

DEBTNOTICE

Capt. Lisa ReidJCCoE dietician

Over the past few weeks, I’ve talked about a number of things that are important for maintaining hydration to ensure optimal performance. Until now, I’ve only men-tioned fluids as sources of hydration, but some of the food choices that we should be making daily can also play a vital role.

Summer is a time to pay extra attention to our hydra-tion status. It also presents a great opportunity to enjoy a wide variety of fruits and

vegetables. By being in sea-son and perhaps even locally grown, fresh fruits and veg-etables are likely to be more affordable and of premium quality. Cucumbers, salad greens, tomatoes, peppers, radishes, melons, berries, and stone fruits like peaches, plums, and apricots are all summertime favorites that are high in water content. However, any fresh, frozen or canned vegetable or fruit is going to be a great choice because they all have rela-tively high water content, ranging from approximately 85-95 percent by weight.

And, given their healthy mix of water, carbohydrate and mineral content, some fruits and vegetables can do a bet-ter job at rehydrating than water alone.

Watermelon tops this list with more than 91 percent water content and a robust combination of electrolytes in its juicy, sweet ruby-red flesh.

Milk, yogurt and cottage cheese are nutrition-rich choices that also contain plenty of water. The USDA Nutrient Database states that nearly 90 percent of an eight ounce glass of 1 percent milk is water, 82 percent of a half cup serving of 1 percent cot-tage cheese is water, and 85 percent of a six-ounce serv-ing of plain low fat yogurt

is water. Despite its thicker texture due to the process of removing some of the milk’s water and/or whey, popu-lar Greek-style yogurts also contain 85 percent water.

Another thing to remem-ber about milk is that it con-tains important electrolytes, such as sodium and potas-sium, which can help to restore electrolyte balance after a heavy workout. Milk is also an important source of carbohydrates and protein that can help rebuild energy stores and muscle. In fact, research has shown that low -fat chocolate milk performs as well as, if not better than, other post-workout recovery beverages.

Prepared foods like canned soups, or frozen

entrees with a healthy por-tion of vegetables or toma-to-based sauce can have significant water content. According to the USDA, marinara sauce contains 87 percent water. These choic-es can also help with replac-ing sodium lost to a sweaty workout.

Another prepared food that you might choose to help with hydration would be a frozen fruit “pop,” made with unsweetened fruit or fruit and juice. For less than 100 calories, you’ll get some natural carbohydrate plus the potassium that occurs in fruits.

Finally, a sugar-free gela-tin dessert can provide some much-needed hydration in a different form. Add some

fruit canned in juice when you make it at home to en-hance the absorption of the fluid content and provide ad-ditional nutrition.

According to most nutri-tion experts, people should be consume 3 glasses of low-fat milk, 1 ½ - 2 cups of fruit and 2 ½ - 3 cups of veg-etables daily. At the higher recommendations, and with these food choices having an average of 90 percent as water content, an individual could achieve well over 1 ½ liters of fluid intake just through achieving his or her dietary goals. So, make reg-ular intake of these delicious and healthful choices part of your day. Your hydration and performance will benefit greatly!

Healthy foods can help you stay hydrated

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All residents of Fort Lee Family Housing and the organizations that are dedicated to their support are invited to a July 20 cel-ebration on post that will include food, music, games and prize giveaways.

The 5th annual “Life at Lee” event – sponsored by HBC Property Managers, LLC – will take place from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Welcome Center, 1510 Sisisky Blvd. Admission is free.

Barbecue food is being provided by Nanny’s catering service. Donated prizes from local vendors include a flat screen television, a Wii U and a gas grill. Also, among the event activities for youths are a bounce house, face painting, the Splash Park, temporary tattoos and more. Members of the Garrison Tyranus 501st Legion will be at the event with their Storm Trooper costumes.

As usual, the Fort Lee Fire Department is supporting the event, and Sparky the Fire Dog will drop by to share a special safety message.

“We view this annual event as an ex-pression of thanks to the service members and families residing with us on post,” said Casey Surley, community director for Fort

Lee Family Housing. “It’s also a way to bring the on-post community together and allow them to experience all the benefits that Fort Lee has to offer.”

While touting the success of past Life at Lee events, Surley gave a nod to sup-porting organizations like the Directorate of Emergency Services, the Installation Safety Office, Army Community Service, American Red Cross, Directorate of Plans, Training, Mobilization and Security, the U.S. Army Garrison Public Affairs Office, Child, Youth and School Services, Family and Morale, Welfare and Recreation, Army and Air Force Exchange Services, Fort Lee Credit Union and Sun Trust Bank, just to name a few.

“The amount of participation from sup-porting organizations is a good indicator of Fort Lee’s commitment to the welfare of military Families,” Surley noted. “They are sending a message … no matter what your needs are, we’re here to help.”

For more information about the Life at Lee celebration, call Priscilla Lewis at (804) 733-1558.

– Staff Reports

Annual celebration heralds ‘Life at Lee‘

File PhotoFort Lee youths have fun at the Splash Park while their parents check out the many display and information booths at the 2012 Life at Lee celebration here.

assumption of responsibility(FAR LEFT) Command Sgt. Maj. Craig D. Youngblood, the new 244th Quar-termaster Battalion CSM, receives the command sergeant major charter from Lt. Col. Jerry E. Gaussoin, 244th QM Bn. commander, June 28 at an as-sumption of responsibility ceremony in the Dickerson Auditorium at Bunker Hall. (LEFT) Command Sgt. Maj. Ed-ward E. Bell, 23rd QM Brigade CSM, hands the NCO Sword to Youngblood during the ceremony. Youngblood took the place of Command Sgt. Maj. Clarence Richardson, who moved to Fort Polk, La., recently.

Photos by Amy Perry


Changes to Gate Hours, ServicesThe operating hours at the post access gates will be reduced during the civilian fur-

lough period, July 8 - Sept. 30. The new hours are being finalized to comply with new DOD guidance that was released on Tuesday.

Updates and other information will be posted online at www.lee.army.mil and www.facebook.com/ArmyFortLee later this week. Readers are advised to continue checking these sites and the Traveller for any additional changes related to the furlough.

DMV Tax and Fee ChangesEffective July 1, the Department of Motor Vehicles implemented a number of chang-

es. The sales and use tax increased from three to four percent. This tax will be assessed based on the sale price minus any manufacturer rebates. The minimum tax increased from $35 to $75. Owners of hybrid and electric vehicles will pay a $64 annual fee in addition to registration fees – mopeds are exempt. Previously, there was a $50 annual fee for electric vehicles only.

Also effective July 1, the sales tax rate for retail gasoline is 11.1 cents per gallon while the rate for diesel is 20.2 cents per gallon. The previous rate was a tax of 17.5 cents per gallon on all fuels used in highway vehicles. These taxes are based on a statewide aver-age and DMV will evaluate and publish these tax rates twice a year.

For details on the changes, visit dmvNOW.com.

Independence Holiday Fuel Savings Summer savings are an American tradition, and MILITARY STAR® Card users can

save on gas expenses at Army and Air Force Exchange Service Express locations on the Fourth of July.

Any fuel purchase made with a STAR Card at Express locations will be reduced by 10 cents per gallon. STAR Card users also enjoy a discount of five cents per gallon on all fuel purchases and a 10 percent discount on all Exchange food court purchases year-round.

For details, visit www.shopmyexchange.com/ExchangeCredit.

Kenner Holiday ClosuresKenner Army Health Clinic, Troop Medical Clinic 1 and Mosier Consolidated

Medical Clinic (TMC 2) will be closed on July 4 in celebration of the Independence Day holiday. KAHC and TMC 1 will be open on July 5 (training holiday) for patient care. Mosier clinic will be closed July 5 for the training holiday.

Patients with emergencies should call 911 or report to the nearest hospital emergency room. For acute or urgent care needs, call the KAHC administrative officer at (804) 734-9000 for referral authorization to an urgent care center.

For urgent care while traveling, call TRICARE North Region at (877) 874-2273 to locate a local urgent care center, then contact your primary care manager at (804) 734-9000 for a referral.

Fort Lee Taxi ServiceThe Directorate of Logistics reminds all Soldiers, DOD Civilians and government

contractors that the new free Fort Lee Official Taxi Service is available for all on-post business travel. It operates five days a week, except holidays, 7:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. To schedule a ride, call at least 15 minutes prior to the desired pick up time.

For transportation needs, call (804) 765-TAXI (8294).

Van Pool SeatsThree round-trip seats are available in a van pool that travels from Williamsburg to

Fort Lee each duty day. Residents who live in the Lower Peninsula area can save money, gas, and wear and tear on their personal vehicle. Van pools are also beneficial to the environment and riders can often catch a nap when someone else is driving. During the furlough, the van will arrive at the post at 7 a.m. and depart at 4 p.m.

For details, email [email protected].

Fort Lee Deputy Fire Chief William M. Maciorowski of the Directorate of Emergency Services has successfully completed a comprehensive process that earned him the prestigious professional designation of Chief Fire Officer.

The Commission on Professional Credentialing, a national organization, met on June 4 and con-ferred the CFO designa-tion. He is one of only 913 CFO’s worldwide, the 5th in the Department of the Army and the 34th in the DOD worldwide.

“This is a huge mile-stone for me to reach the highest level in the CPC,” said Maciorowski, a mem-ber of the fire service for 30 years. “The documentation covered 20 technical com-petencies ... my experience, accomplishments, training, service and more. It took me about six months to complete the package that I submitted in late March.”

An entity of the Center for Public Safety Excellence, Inc., the pro-gram consists of individuals from academia, federal and local government, and the fire and emergency medi-cal services professions. It uses a comprehensive peer review model to evaluate candidates seeking the cre-dential.

The process includes an assessment of the ap-plicant’s education, ex-perience, professional development, technical competencies, contribu-tions to the profession and community involvement.

In addition, all applicants are required to identify a fu-

ture professional develop-ment plan and submit three letters of recommendation..

This certification is valid for three years and he must maintain a level of accom-plishments to reapply to continue to hold the desig-nation.

The CPC awards the des-ignation only after an indi-vidual successfully meets all of the organization’s stringent criteria.

According to the CPC, Maciorowski has a rich knowledge of the emer-gency services profession and has far surpassed criti-cal core competencies for personnel serving in senior fire officer positions.

“CPC wants you to al-ways improve,” the deputy fire chief noted. “So, it’s important I meet my goals.”

The highly competitive designation assures depart-ments that their leaders have the educational and technical competencies necessary to meet the de-mands of today’s society. The group also offers des-ignations of Chief EMS Officer, Chief Training Officer, Fire Marshal and Fire Officer.

Maciorowski’s fire ser-vice began as a volunteer fireman in Pennsylvania. He next served around the world in the Air Force fire service for many years. He joined Fort Lee Fire and Emergency Services as deputy fire chief in 2012.

To learn more about the CPC, visit www.publicsafetyexcellence.org.

– Staff Reports

Deputy fire chief gains national designation

Contributed PhotoDeputy Fire Chief William M. Maciorowski of the Di-rectorate of Emergency Services recently earned the prestigious designation of Chief Fire Officer from the national Commission on Professional Credentialing. This achievement required a comprehensive process of documentation covering education, experience, professional development, technical competencies and contributions.


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In the everyday experi-ences of our lives, how im-probable is the notion that our being could somehow be impacted by one among the masses of people we see but are oblivious to every day?

Considering the mathe-matical odds, the chances are remote that two strangers, figuratively worlds apart, could collide in a fateful pur-pose at any given time.

Kevin R. Gareau Jr. might disagree. Despite the odds, the Fort Lee Department of the Army Civilian Police of-ficer believes that things hap-pen for a reason, and there is divine purpose behind some occurrences.

Or else he never would have shopped at a store he doesn’t frequent, thereby helping to save the life of Bobby Emory.

On June 25, the two met for the first time during an awards ceremony here to honor the officer – their lives forever linked after Gareau‘s dogged performance of cardiopulmonary resuscita-tion to help revive Emory more than a year earlier at a Colonial Heights depart-ment store.

“I just had to shake his hand,” said Emory, a Colonial Heights resident. “The man who saved your life, you can never get him out of your mind. You wake up and you have him in your mind all the time. Every time I open my eyes in the morn-ing, I’m thankful I’m still here.”

A 66-year-old Navy vet-eran and divorcee, Emory speaks with a casual and calm Southern drawl. The

gray-haired, goateed father of three adult children is an avid gardener and has a very close relationship with his daughter, Shannon Jarratt, who said she always saw her father as “indestructible.”

Gareau, a Marine vet-eran and native of upstate New York, has spent eight years at the Fort Lee police department. His looks are worthy of a Marine poster and his accent lingers on despite his many years of residency here. The 31-year-old has two daughters and a girlfriend. His mother, Betty Smith, said his thoughtful-ness is such that she isn’t surprised at his random pre-sentation of flowers or cards. “He is sentimental like that,” she said.

Gareau also has deep feel-ings about destiny, fate and purpose. In this particular case, he said his thoughts and beliefs rest on his im-probable appearance at the

Marshalls department store. “My whole purpose of go-

ing there was to try and find some running shorts,” he said of his spur-of-the-mo-ment visit March 26, 2012. “I couldn’t find any shorts I liked. That’s the thing that kind of gets me. Something told me to hang out (there). I had no purpose to be there. I looked at the shorts. They didn’t have anything. I just hung out in Marshalls. I was walking around looking at some of the housing stuff.”

Gareau was roughly five minutes into browsing when he heard someone over the public address system call for help at a particular part of the store.

When he arrived at the scene, Gareau said he saw “12-13 people standing around” over an unrespon-sive Emory and one man tending to him the best he could.

Telling the man he was

a police officer, Gareau re-lieved him and began CPR. He said he confidently went about his task as a result of his extensive po-lice and military training, never questioning whether his skills were up to par.

“It all came back to me,” he said. “Everything went perfect – head tilted, chin lifted, chest compressions and rescue breaths. It all went perfect.”

That perfection, however, didn’t revive Emory. His lips were blue, and there was no pulse. Undaunted, Gareau continued to press on with unshakable resolve, as if he was at war refusing to accept the word “surrender.”

“I kind of zoned out,” he recalled, estimating that his chest compression output was more than 60 per min-ute for at least 10 minutes. “I said to myself, ‘I’m here and I’m not going to stop until someone pulls me off of this guy.’”

Locked into saving Emory’s life and mostly oblivious to what was going on around him, he sensed, however, the hopefulness – and helplessness – of those who hovered above him. One lady, recalled Gareau, uttered the words, “‘We can’t do anything. Let’s pray.’”

The crowd, said Gareau, formed a circle around the toiling rescuer and the dying Emory and called upon higher powers to intervene.

When the paramedics arrived, Gareau continued with chest compressions, since he was trained “to continue giving CPR un-til you’re told to stop, or someone else relieves you,” he said, noting “I knew I was doing it properly.”

The emergency personnel used a defibrillator in an at-tempt to shock Emory’s heart back into operation while

Officer Kevin R. Gareau Jr. and Bobby EmoryT. Anthony Bell

SEE RESCUE, PAGE 20

The man who saved your life, you can never get

him out of your mind. You wake up and you have

him in your mind all the time. Every time I open my

eyes in the morning, I’m thankful I’m still here.”

– Bobby Emory

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MOS: 68WP3 – optometry/ophthalmology technician but currently working in the Quality Management Division

Age: 38, July 3 is her birthday. Time in service: 19 ½ yearsHometown: Indianapolis. Family status: single with two

children and a golden retriever. Pastimes: “I don’t have a lot

of time for hobbies. I sleep, ex-ercise and play with my babies when I am not working.”

Describe yourself: “I am a funny, fun-loving and outgoing person. I have a big personality.”

Worst fear: “I fear failure the most. I am hesitant to try new things because I don’t want to fail. But once I am in the situa-

tion, I do my best and usually succeed.”

Favorite food: “I eat out a lot but when I cook, I enjoy cooking pork chops, mashed potatoes and seasoned green beans.”

Talent: “I can draw very well. I don’t draw much these days, but I do color with my daughter.”

Who do you admire the most: “I admire my babies. They back me up no matter what. They take what I say to heart and no matter if I let them down, they are still there backing me up.”

Defining moment in your life: “Basic training gave me self-esteem. When I got there, I walked with my head down and didn’t make eye contact. The fact that they pushed me to go further than I thought I could made me more confident and made me

want to go further. I enlisted for the reserves but decided to go Active Duty.”

Celebrity or historical figure you’d like to meet: “I am content with the people I meet from day to day. Just because someone is famous doesn’t mean they are more worthy of being known.”

Why you joined the Army: “I wanted to do more in life. I want-ed to better myself.”

Something you learn while deployed to Iraq: “I learned that no matter where you come from in the world, we are all the same. We are mothers and fathers, sons and daughters. Humans are hu-man no matter where you live in the world.”

What is the best thing about the Army? “The best thing is the melting pot of people I meet at

each duty station. I like to move and see new things. I love the Army.”

Where do you see yourself in five years? “I don’t see myself retiring anytime soon. My short-term and long-term goals are to spend time with my babies. Soon they won’t be babies any longer.”

What is something people would be surprised to know about you? “People who know me might be surprised that I do have bad days. I may smile all the time, but I have ups and downs like everyone else.”

– Compiled by Tereasa Wade

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There are multiple events in the local community that promise family fun for all. Two special activities are set for July 13; one features free tickets for military mem-bers and the other offers an inexpensive concert experience.

Petersburg GeneralsThe Petersburg Generals team is offer-

ing a military appreciation night with free entry for all military members who show their ID cards.

The Generals will play the Forest City Owls, and the gates open at 6 p.m. for the 7:05 p.m. game.

Ticket prices are $5 for general admis-sion, $6 for reserved seating and $3 for senior citizens and children under the age of 12.

The Generals play at the Petersburg Sport Complex, 100 Ballpark Road.

For details about future games, call (804) 722-0141.

Harbor Blast Concert SeriesA monthly concert series is offered

in Prince George to support the Lupus Foundation of America (DC/MD/VA Chapter). The next concert is set for July 13 and will feature Little Ozzy and special guests Hotter Than Hell (Kiss Tribute Band) and More Beer (Metallica Tribute Band).

The series takes place at Appomattox Boat Harbor, 1604 Fine St., Prince George. Admission for each concert is $8.

Upcoming concerts include:• Aug. 10 – Honky Tonk Heroes• Aug. 31 – Monkey Fist featuring El

Jay• Sept. 14 – Annual Shrimp Show• Sept. 21 – TBD• Oct. 5 – Redneck Pool Party

• Oct. 12 – 4PlayThere will be a variety of food choices

including hamburgers, hot dogs, homemade barbecue sandwiches, chips and various drinks available at each show for a range of $1-$3. There is also a beer truck selling draft beer and aluminum bottles available for purchase. Tickets have to be purchased for these items. It’s $4 for a draft beer ticket and $5 for a “premium” ticket (for alumi-num bottles). There is also a fully stocked cash/credit bar on-site. Cash and some cred-it cards will be accepted at the bar.

For more information, visit the commu-nity websites and click on their event cal-endars.

– Staff Reports

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Contributed PhotoMembers of the 244th Quartermaster Battalion “Guardians” pose for a picture while participating in a volunteer activity June 22 for the Habitat for Humanity in Petersburg. The Soldiers worked on a home restoration project during the com-munity outreach event..

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All federal agencies including the Department of the Army are covered by NEPA and share some common proce-dures; however, each agency has differ-ent rules defining their NEPA process.

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As the Army transitions from a decade of war, it must re-think its way of doing business in order to prepare for the chal-lenges ahead.

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The theme for this year’s meeting was ‘game-changing logistics solutions for the Army of 2020 and beyond.’

“Without question, the work and dia-logue developed here will effectively ad-dress the logistics challenges of the 21st century battlefield,” said Maj. Gen. Larry D. Wyche, CASCOM and Fort Lee com-manding general. He encouraged partici-pants to “seize the opportunity and en-gage in frank and open discussions about the topics crucial to the logistics commu-nity.”

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is to ensure synchronization and inte-gration of efforts from the deputy chief of staff of the Army G-4 (logistics), to the Training and Doctrine Command. According to Dr. Mindy Perot, liaison officer Logistics Innovation Agency, whether its policy or process improve-ments or collaboration on DOTMLPF (doctrine, organization, training, mate-rial, leadership, personnel or facilities) type solutions, working together ensures the appropriate integration of efforts.

Information exchanged during the day-long meeting included discussions on logistics automation, capability needs analysis, robotics and cargo unmanned aerial vehicles. Participants also viewed a demonstration of the condition based maintenance plus pilot program.

As part of the CBM+ demonstration, at-tendees viewed a practical application of the program at the U.S. Army Ordnance School campus. The program will pro-vide Soldiers, involved in maintaining equipment, the ability to better trouble-shoot problems and provide preventative maintenance while reducing costs.

“The program augments routine health and usage data collection and reporting tasks,” said Ken Beam, logistics manage-ment specialist for LIA. “Vehicles can self-report usage data when they enter the

motor pool area, which allows motor ser-geants to prepare and prioritize mainte-nance plans based on the data collected.”

Discussions facilitated by the forum supported efforts to more efficiently and effectively seek logistics capabilities and solutions required to sustain the future Army, Perot added. By meeting yearly, the agencies can ensure there isn’t a du-plication of efforts.

“Our agencies work different aspects of force modernization, and to be suc-

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Keith DesboisMaj. Gen. Larry D. Wyche, Combined Arms Support Command and Fort Lee commanding general, and William F. Moore, deputy to the commanding general, meet with members of the U.S. Army Logistics Innovation Agency on June 19 to discuss ways to improve logistics support.

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Zip won’t kiss you, but he delivers a pretty sweet hug, according to owner Lisa Godfrey.

He’s also a good listener and loves the atten-tion he gets from little kids. Those character-istics are important for the “Caring Canines” that participate in the innovative Read-2-Rover program that will make its debut at the Fort Lee Community Library on July 15 at 5 p.m.

“Just thinking about it gives me goose bumps,” said Godfrey as Community Library Director Bobbie Carr sitting nearby nodded her head in agreement. “I know the program has become pretty popular in the civilian commu-nity, but I think we’ll be the first ones to in-troduce it at an Army library. We’re also excited about bringing some-thing new that’s fun and educational to the parents and children at Fort Lee.”

Carr said Read-2-Rover will add another exciting element to her facility, and it should bring more attention to other kid-centric func-tions like the Summer Reading Program that starts with a kickoff event on Tuesday and continues through Aug. 13 (see accompanying column). The library also offers a pre-school

story time every Wednesday at 10:30 a.m.When asked to share her experience with

Read-2-Rover, Godfrey – an Army Logistics University employee – noted that she’s fairly new to the program but has already witnessed its positive effect on kids.

“I remember one child at the Chesterfield Library who was very meek and timid, and just seemed scared of reading aloud in front of anyone,” she said. “The chance to read to the dogs, however, was a different story. She

shooed her mom away and totally got into it. The same thing happens with most kids – it’s an environ-ment where they don’t feel like they’re being judged on their reading ability. The dogs don’t care if they make a mistake or struggle with certain words.”

According to newspa-per reviews found online, Read-2-Rover is “ideally suited” for children who struggle with reading or

other issues that make them uncomfortable when speaking in front of others. “The comfort and companionship of the therapy dogs helps to turn something stressful into an activity that is fun and soothing,” read one report.

Godfrey noted that all the participating dogs (four to five will take part in the Fort Lee program) have gone through specialized training and must be certified as “canine good

citizens” and “therapy dogs” before they’re allowed to join Read-2-Rover activities.

“We know our dogs – their temperament, how they handle stressful situations, how they behave around kids,” she said. “It’s that knowl-edge that gives us the confidence to participate in this program. We’re not going to put our animals in a situation they’re not trained for or that makes them overly stressed. When parents see this program in person, they’ll completely understand … there will be a lot of wagging tails and sprawled out canines that just love every minute of the attention they receive.”

Admitting that she gets a bit emotional when she thinks about the program – how it all came together, the enthusiasm of the dog owners who offered to participate, and knowing what it will mean to the kids and their parents – Carr said it’s certain to be a “crowning achievement” of her facil-ity if it garners the anticipated attention of families in the Fort Lee community.

“We want them to feel a sense of ownership of the library; that we’re here for them,” she noted. “And that’s all ages … we see infants and pre-school-aged toddlers who come in with their parent, but we haven’t seen a lot of the grade school-aged youths in the com-munity. It’s unfortunate because we have a great collection for first grade through teen-agers, but the facility is really under-used.

“That’s why this is a blockbuster mo-ment for us,” she continued. “It’s going to bring us visibility and, hopefully, a lot more parents will be encouraged to come here for

not only this program but our other aties, like the Summer Reading Progr

Carr then provided additional detaRead-2-Rover registration. The progopen to any child in the community uage 12. Parents are asked to call the by noon on the day of the event to si

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New library event shows reading is ‘dog-umental’

Six-year-old Richard Langford is alCanines therapy dog Zip during a brary on June 18. According to Ricto that event. “When he heard aboo’clock this morning,” she said. “I hto come really early so he wouldna certified dog trainer. The two wiling introduced at the Fort Lee Com

When parents see this program in person, they’ll completely understand … there will be a lot of wagging tails and sprawled out canines that just love every minute of

the attention they receive.”

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The Fort Lee Community Library will kick off its 2013 Summer Reading Program with a magic show on July 9, 2:30-3:15 p.m., at the Child, Youth and School Services’ Pavilion on the corner of Yorktown and Battle Drive.

All families in the community are welcome to partici-pate. The Summer Reading Program is open to all ages. The opening celebration will feature magician Rob Westcott.

Additional reading program events will take place each Tuesday, July 16 - Aug. 13, 10:30-11:30 a.m., at the li-brary, and will feature a story time and a craft. The library is located on the 2nd floor of Army Logistics University, building 12420, 34th St.

Those wishing to participate in the Summer Reading Program can pick up a reading log at the opening celebra-

tion or anytime during regular business hours at the circu-lation desk. The library is open Monday - Friday, 8 a.m. - 7 p.m.; and Saturday, 10 a.m. - 5 p.m. (Saturday hours sub-ject to change and no Sunday hours during the furlough).

Prizes for reading program participants will be given away on a first-come, first served basis. This is a free pro-gram. Reservations for special activities held at the library are requested, and all children who participate must be ac-companied by an adult.

For other details, call (804) 765-8095.Throughout the year, the Community Library also offers

a Preschool Story Hour for children up to age 5. That pro-gram takes place every Wednesday from 10:30-11:30 a.m. Limited seating is available, so parents are asked to register

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their children. Up to 15 youths will be ac-cepted for each session. The program will continue every third Monday of the month from 5-6 p.m. The Community Library is located on the second floor of the ALU on 34th

Street, near the new Army Lodging facility. For details, call (804) 765-8095.

ll smiles as he concludes his reading session with Caring Read-2-Rover event at Chesterfield County’s Central Li-

chard’s mom, he showed no excitement for reading prior out this program, he wanted to come to the library at 8 had to remind him that it was tonight, but he still wanted ’t miss it.” Also pictured is Lisa Godfrey, Zip’s owner and l be participating in the Read-2-Rover program that’s be-

mmunity Library on July 15.

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“The Ghost of Blackwood Hall” by Carolyn Keene

“I was 7 years old when I read it. I know that because my grandmother wrote the date inside the cover; it was a Christmas present. The book is a Nancy Drew mystery, and her independence really impressed me. That girl had her own car! She went places! If she wanted to go to New Orleans, she got on an airplane and went there, and the adults in her life didn’t worry too much about it. The spooky, dark old mansion (Blackwood Hall) with floating luminescent hands and ghastly organ music only made it more appealing. It’s a fun book.”

- Bobbie Carr, Fort Lee Community Library Director

“The Giver” by Lois Lowry

“I read it when I was 13. I will never forget the story because it gave me a new perspective on life. It made me think a lot deeper about who I am and what I would do with my future. It also showed me that you can’t always trust what you’re told; you should seek out the truth for yourself. It taught me that, For ev-ery good there is an equal and opposite bad, and for every bad there is an equal and opposite good. Neither can fully flourish without the other’s coexistence. This piece of literature had, by far, the most influential impact on me.”

- Kristina Baassiri, Library Aide

My Favorite Childhood Book

“Green Eggs and

Ham” by Dr. Seuss

“I think I read it around age 5 or 6. I know I liked the colors and the drawings and it was the first book I read all by myself.”

- Karen SmallwoodLibrary Aid

“The Three Little Pigs” by James Marshall

“The ‘Three Little Pigs’ was one of my favorite books growing up. The first time I read it was when I was 5 years old. It was one of the first books I learned to read on my own.”

- Stephanie JohnsonLibrary Technician

“A Pride of African Tales” by Donna L. Washington

“I was 8 years old when I first heard these stories. My grandfather would gather us around a big oak tree in the backyard and tell the tales while acting out the characters. There was always an underly-ing moral of good versus evil.”

- Diane HillLibrary Technician

“Goldilocks and the Three Bears” by S. Guarnaccia

“My father would read this to me before I could read for myself, and it made me want to learn how to read. I was 5 years old when I could finally read it to my fa-ther. He had to help me a little, but that was one of the happiest moments of my childhood. I would read it every night, and he would be smiling at me with such pride. What I liked most about this book was that it taught me not to wander off too far from home and especially not to be overly curious. As a child, I think this book was amazing, and I still love reading it to my grandchildren.”

- Linda Flock, Library Technician

in advance and arrive early. Another special program is set for Sept. 9, 5-6 p.m.

Local author Sarah Norkus will present a slide show while discussing the research behind her Civil War-era novel, “The Secret Diary of Sarah Chamberlain.” Those who would like to attend the upcoming presentation can call or visit the circulation desk for sign-up.

The library staff also reminds community members that the facility not only offers a wide selection of popular and current fiction and non-fiction books for youths and adults, but also DVD movies, music CDs, magazines, audio books on CD and book kits for those who are trying to improve their reading skills or studying English as a second lan-guage. An interlibrary loan service is also available.


T. Anthony BellSenior Writer/Special Projects

Attracting eager and enthusiastic crowds during its mid-afternoon and evening performances at Fort Lee’s MacLaughlin Fitness Center, the 2013 U.S. Army Soldier Show came to For Lee June 27 and treated military members, civilians and families to an unforgettable musical extravaganza.

It was the 16th of a 36-stop tour for the 22-member cast and crew of the show. Military budget cuts reduced the number of performances this year, but that didn’t stymie the enthusiasm of the performers who represent active and reserve units across the Army.

This year’s theme, “Ready and Resilient,” celebrates the Army commu-nity’s ability to “face and cope with ad-versity, adapt to change, recover, learn and grow” according to the Soldier Show’s official website. Artistic Director Victor Hurtado said earlier during the tour that resiliency is the major theme, but it also tackles other relevant topics.

“The show is very much about illus-trating not only ways to get away and be resilient,” he said, “but also illustrating over-arching solutions to certain issues that are facing the military today, like (the Army’s Sexual Harassment/Assault Response and Prevention Program), Gold Star, Blue Star and Survivor Outreach Services.”

Using sketches and musical numbers to support the theme, the 90-minute pro-duction featured everything from hip hop, country and pop music to Broadway-style routines. It lasted approximately 75 min-utes.

Aside from its musical diversity, the show featured at least three perform-ers with Fort Lee ties – Spc. Reuben Eldridge, Spc. Millie Anne Sneed and Sgt. Elisabeth Lewandowski.

Eldridge, a motor transport operator as-signed at Fort Eustis, said before the show it was special performing at the Home of

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(CLOCKWISE FROM TOP) Sgt. Ena Torres is hoisted by Sgt. Quen-tin Dorn and Pvt. Alberth Madrigal during a “Mary Poppins”- like dance sketch. • Pfc. Janeen Phelps hits a high note. • All of the cast members perform on the stage together. • Dorn and Sgt. Alex-ander Rebling play private and sergeant in a short piece about readiness.

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Heat illness continues to be a signifi-cant health and safety concern for com-manders, leaders, Soldiers and civilians of the Fort Lee community.

Prevention of heat illnesses requires surveillance and assessment of heat hazards prior to all mission essential events, physical training and recre-ational activities.

Leaders must identify heat hazards, implement appropriate controls and monitor control measures to prevent heat illnesses.

To further mitigate risk of heat in-juries, commanders and leaders are re-sponsible for careful monitoring of the Wet Bulb Globe Temperature at every training site and implementing work/ rest/hydration strategies for each heat category.

ModifyING training events – i.e.,

physical activity and uniform wear – according to heat categories reduces the risk of heat illness. Additionally, water drinking schedules must be es-tablished and enforced according to the expected heat category.

Water should be re-supplied and available every three hours or less. Keep in mind too much water is also a risk and may result in death. Fluid in-take should not exceed 1-1/2 quarts per hour.

The following are serious health problems caused by heat:

Heat stroke is the most serious of all injuries. It occurs when the body’s tem-perature regulating system fails caus-ing body temperatures to rise to critical levels.

Symptoms of heat stroke include confusion, loss of consciousness, sei-zures, very high body temperature and hot, dry skin or profuse sweating.

Heat stroke is a life-threatening

emergency – call 911 and get immedi-ate help.

Heat exhaustion is the next most se-rious heat injury. Symptoms include headache, nausea, dizziness, weakness, irritability, thirst, heavy sweating, el-evated body temperature and decreased urine output.

Signs and symptoms of heat exhaus-tion require medical evaluation and treatment – call 911 immediately.

Technical Bulletin 507, “Heat Stress Control and Heat Casualty Management,” covers all aspects of heat injury preven-tion, including heat mitigation, monitor-ing the Wet Bulb Globe Thermometer, fluid and electrolyte replacement and proper ways to conduct heat injury risk assessments.

The U.S. Army Public Health Command for Environmental Medicine also provides immediate resources re-garding heat illness prevention. These are available through the USAPHC at http://phc.amedd.army.mil/topics/discond/hipss/Pages/HeatInjuryPrevention.aspx.

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Sgt. Silas Williams takes a shot at a target during a 508th Transportation Company weapons qualification event at the Fort Lee Range Complex on June 20. The training is part of a “back-to-basics” approach that is being emphasized by company leaders. During the basic rifle marksmanship event, Soldiers fire their weapons from prone, kneeling and standing positions to ensure they can engage a target while taking cover or on the move. Williams qualified as a sharpshooter with 35 out of 40 targets hit during the qualification.

(ABOVE) The Battlefield Brass ensemble from Fort Lee’s 392nd Army Band performs pre-game music at The Diamond in Rich-mond in connection with military appreciation night on June 23. The opening ceremony of the evening also included a salute to all service members, particularly those who are deployed or are serving overseas. The evening game featured the Richmond Flying Squirrels against the New Britain Rock Cats. (LEFT) Stu-dents from the Transportation Corp’s 88-Series Senior Leader Course (Class 13-007) participate in a mid-June Habitat for Human-ity project in Petersburg. The Soldiers performed cleanup and general landscaping work around homes occupied by elderly resi-dents.

(ABOVE) Soldiers from Juliet Company, 244th Quartermaster Battalion, rapidly form a defensive line in reaction to a simulated enemy attack during Warrior Task and Battle Drill training recently near the company’s headquarters on post. (BELOW) Staff members from Radiology and the Eagle Eye Clinic at Kenner Army Health Clinic enjoy a recent Hawaiian-themed “Fun Friday” event that brought out the best and the worst of printed shirts and dresses. The Kenner Nation embraces activities that build teamwork and resiliency.

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Fourth at the Fort | July 4

A “scaled-down” Fourth at the Fort cel-ebration is set for Williams Stadium begin-ning at 8:30 p.m.

The event will kick-off with music by the 392nd Army Band followed by a fire-works display at approximately 9:35 p.m. Admission is free and open to the public.

Some attractions, like the “Kidzone” play area, will not be offered, but food and beverage vendors will be on site. Coolers that are no larger than 6 X 6 X 12 inches are permitted. Bleachers are available for seating, however, guests may bring blan-kets or lawn chairs. In the event of inclem-ent weather, all activities will be resched-uled for July 5 at the same time.

In addition to the Sisisky and Mahone Avenue gates that are normally open on

weekends and holidays, the Lee Avenue gate will be open from 6-11:30 p.m., and the A Avenue gate (that normally closes at 10 p.m.) will remain open until 11:30 p.m.

For updates, visit www.facebook.com/FortLeeFMWR.

Lee Playhouse Auditions | July 8-9

The Theatre Company at Fort Lee will hold auditions for its season opener “Something’s Afoot,” July 8-9, 7 p.m., at the Lee Playhouse, building 4300, Mahone Avenue.

Director Julie Fulcher-Davis seeks six males and four females, ages 20-60, who can speak with a British or Cockney ac-cent. Those auditioning should prepare to sing 16 measures of a song and read from the script. An accompanist will be pro-vided. Rehearsals begin immediately after casting for a Sept. 6-22 run.

For details, call (804) 734-6629.

Dominion Mobile Career Center | July 8

The Dominion Mobile Career Center will visit Fort Lee with information about its Troops to Energy Jobs Initiative and current job opportunities, July 8, 10-11:30 a.m. and 12:30-2 p.m., at 1401 B Ave., building 3400. Dominion representatives will share details on what it is like to work for the company.

555th PIA Meeting | July 10

The Jessie J. Mayes Tri-Cities Chapter of the 555th Parachute Infantry Association, Inc., will conduct its monthly meeting, July 10, 6 p.m., at building P-9050 across from the old lodging office, Mahone Avenue.

Prior airborne experience is not a prerequisite for membership or attend-ing.


AFGE Meeting | July 10The American Federation of

Government Employees, Local Union 1178, meets the second Wednesday of ev-ery month in building 10000-D, C Avenue.

The next meeting is set for July 10, 5:15 p.m. All Fort Lee bargaining unit employ-ees are invited to attend.

For information, call (804) 765-0744.

Florida Tech Instant Decision Day | July 16

An information session for military members who are pursuing a master’s de-gree from Florida Tech’s Fort Lee site is set for July 16, 10 a.m. - 3 p.m., at 2401 Quarters Road. Participants can meet faculty and staff, and apply and enroll in classes that begin Aug. 19.

Application fees are waived for new applicants.

To register, visit http://blog.fit.edu/esd-instant-decision-day-fort-lee.

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ASIST Training | July 23-24

Applied Suicide Intervention Skills Training is a two-day workshop that pre-pares caregivers of all backgrounds to provide suicide first aid.

The next session will be held July 23-24 at Liberty Chapel. There is no cost to attend but participants are asked to reg-ister only if their schedule permits them to attend the two full days. Participants are responsible for their meals and bever-ages.

For details, contact USPHS Capt. Kerima Gibbons at (804) 734-9143.

Classic Car Show Rescheduled | July 27

The Classics at the Fort Car Show has been rescheduled to July 27, 8 a.m. - noon, at the Regimental Club.

Showcase your car, truck or motor-cycle at this event that features daz-zling chrome and revved-up engines. Spectators will be admitted free.

Proceeds from the event will be donat-ed to the Fisher House. Awards will be presented at 3:30 p.m.


Job Fair | July 30A job fair is set for July 30, 10 a.m. - 2

p.m., at the Regimental Club. Sponsored by the Army Career and Alumni Program, more than 40 service, merchandising and manufacturing employers plan to partici-pate.

The event is for military members and veterans only with proper government ID.

Pre-registration is required by calling (804) 734-6612 or via email to [email protected].

ACAP Small Business Workshop | Aug. 26-27

The Army Career and Alumni Program will hold a workshop on how to start a small business, Aug. 26-27, 8:30 a.m. - 4 p.m., at the Soldier Support Center, build-ing 3400, 1401 B Ave.

The program is for transitioning mili-tary members, veterans and spouses.

For details and registration, call (804) 734-6612.

Professional Sports Tickets | Ongoing

Professional sports tickets are avail-able through Family and MWR Leisure

Travel Servicess year-round. The office has tickets for the Baltimore Orioles, Washington Nationals, Jacksonville (Fla.) Suns, U.S. Naval Academy, Jacksonville (Fla.) Knights, Washington Wizards, Washington Mystics, Washington Capitals and NASCAR in Richmond, Atlanta, Talladega and Daytona. Also, tickets for the Richmond Squirrels are $6 for select games.

For more details, call (804) 765-3789.

Basketball Clinic Registration | July 3 - July 8

Registration for the HHC CASCOM 2013 Annual Basketball Clinic will be con-ducted until July 8.

The clinic, which is open to girls and boys, is set for Aug. 5-9, 8 a.m. - 4 p.m., at the Fort Lee Field House.

Registration is available Monday-Friday, 9 a.m. - 3 p.m., by calling (804) 765-1205 or 765-2336. The age groups are 8-10, 11-12

and 13-16. The clinic fee is $25 and includes a league shirt and shorts, and pizza and drinks on Aug. 9. The slots are limited.

To volunteer, call (804) 765-1205.

Cheerleading, Football Registration | July 22 - Aug. 2

CYSS will hold registration for fall cheer-leading and flag and tackle football, July 22 - Aug. 2, 7:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m., at CYSS Parent Central Services, building 10624, Yorktown Drive.

Cheerleading is for ages 5-14. The cost is $40 for military and DOD Civilians and contractors, and $50 for non-DOD civilians. A parent’s meeting will be held Aug. 19 at 6 p.m.

Flag football is for ages 5-7, and tackle foot-ball is for youngsters, 7-14. The cost is $65 for military and DOD Civilians and contractors, and $75 for non-DOD civilians. A condition-ing camp for tackle football is set for Aug. 5-9, 6-7:30 p.m. at Bastogne Field. A parent’s meeting will be held Aug. 6, 6 p.m. Coaches are needed for all activities. A current sports physical and birth certificate is required at the time of registration for all programs.

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Logistics and an honor to be part of such a positive mes-sage. “The message that we get to deliver to the audience and the morale that we spread around – there are really no words to describe it,”said the 28-year old. “It’s pretty close to an Olympian getting a gold medal every time we put on a show.”

Sneed shared a similar sentiment. “I enjoy the job I have right now,” said the am-munition specialist assigned to Fort Stewart, Ga. “I think it’s really special because it’s something that not many peo-ple get to do.”

Lewandowski, a supply specialist who received her training here, is the show’s

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wardrobe noncommissioned officer. She said she has met so many people in so many places that it has inspired her to the fullest extent.

“It’s definitely something in my life I won’t forget,” said the San Diego native and Army Reservist. “I’m glad I can serve my country.”

Cast members are select-ed each year after submitting an application package that includes videotapes, biogra-phies, photographs and let-ters of recommendation.The selection criteria include tal-ent, poise and showmanship. They must also pass a dance audition. Technicians are se-lected based on their military and civilian theater expe-rience and training.

Gareau continued the chest compressions. It didn’t work. They packed him onto a gur-ney and into the ambulance, and shocked him again.

And again and again –seven times in total.

“I don’t think dad’s heart starting beating until he was halfway to the hospi-tal (Petersburg’s Southside Regional Medical Center),” said Jarratt at the awards cer-emony, noting she got news about the incident while at work and recalled “crying and screaming” on her way to the facility. Emory said he was eventually evacu-

ated to Richmond’s Medical College of Virginia for fur-ther treatment.

“I had three stents put in,” he said of this three-week hospital stay, “and during his effort to save my life, he (Gareau) broke six ribs. The pain I endured is nowhere near the pain my family and friends would’ve suffered had I passed.”

Jarratt knows how her life would have changed. Her father had lived with her prior to his heart attack, and she hardly ever contemplat-ed life without him.

“His birthday wouldn’t have happened,” said Jarratt. “Father’s Day wouldn’t have happened. I think about him (Gareau) certainly, because he’s the reason why my dad’s here.”

Jarratt went on to express how she felt meeting the per-son who she befriended on

Facebook to keep him abreast of her father’s condition and whom Emory had written let-ters to over the past year.

“It’s wonderful to see him; wonderful to see them come together and finally see each other for the first time,” she said. “It was just an amazing experience.”

It was more amazing for Gareau, who reasoned that Emory may have suffered his heart attack at home alone while his daughter was at work rather than at a store where he just happened to be browsing around.

“It’s mind-blowing, hon-estly,” he said. “I feel we were put in that situation at that exact time. There was a reason he was there and there was a reason I was there.

“Obviously, the reason I was there that day was to help save this man’s life. I think its crazy, kind of God’s way

of putting two people at the right place at the right time and letting something like that evolve the way it did.

“Like I said, my reason for being there, I should have been in and out of that store in five minutes and ended up hanging out. I don’t know why I hung out. Now I know why. It was for that reason. That’s the reason I was in that store that day.”

Gareau earned the Civilian Award for Humanitarian Service for his deeds. U.S. Army Garrison, Fort Lee Commander Col. Rodney Edge presented the award during the ceremony attended by many of his peers. Jarratt said Gareau is deserving but it will never be enough.

“He gave my dad back to me that day,” she said. “How do you repay somebody for that?”

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RVA Fireworks | July 3The Virginia War Memorial will offer a

free evening to view the RVA Fireworks on the James, July 3, at 621 South Belvidere St., Richmond. Fireworks are scheduled to begin at approximately 9:15 p.m.

Food and beverages will be available from the Dog Wagon food truck. Alcohol, glass containers and pets are not permitted. Parking at the memorial will be limited, and there will be temporary street closings in the area. The memorial grounds will be open until midnight.

For details, visit www.vawarmemorial.org or call (804) 786-2060.

Military Appreciation Day | July 4

A military appreciation day sponsored by the Freedom Support Center is set for July 4, 2 p.m. - 6 p.m., at Outlook Beach at Fort Monroe.

Service members, military families and veterans are invited to enjoy free activities, including the beach, games, food, music

and more. Gov. Robert McDonnell and his wife,

Maureen will be special guests. Participants can bring lawns chairs, blankets and picnic lunches. A valid government ID or veterans ID is required to gain admittance.

For registration and details, visit www.fscmilitaryappreciationday.eventbrite.com.

USO Swingtime Salute in Norfolk | July 3-6

The Hampton Roads summer tradition, Swingtime Salute, will be re-created by a touring USO variety show, July 3-6 in downtown Norfolk. Singers and dancers will be accompanied by a live, on-stage band performing new and popular old tunes from the World War II era.

All active military members are free.Tickets for retired military members are discounted by $3 if purchased in advance.

Performances are at 8 p.m. on the deck of the Battleship Wisconsin. On July 6, a 2 p.m. matinee will be offered in the Nauticus Theater, One Waterside Drive. Tickets are $30 for the July 3-4 shows and $40 on July 5-6. Tickets for children ages 4-12 are $20 to any performance.

For details, call (757) 627-1234 or (800) 982-2787, or visit www.vastage.com.

Relay for Life | July 13Prince George’s 4th Annual Relay For

Life event has been rescheduled to July 13-14, 6 p.m. - 6 a.m., at the Prince George football field, 7801 Laurel Spring Road. The original relay on May 18 was rained out. The rescheduled event will still have a fun-filled Luau theme and participants can run or walk around the track, and enjoy live music and food.

One team is sponsoring a dunking booth and there will be other games and activities all night, some involving water and water balloons. A church service is planned for 6 a.m. to end the relay.

To volunteer or sign up, visit [email protected] or [email protected].


Hurricane Prep Boot Camps | July 16, 20

Join the Chesterfield emergency man-agement and fire department staff for a free 1-hour hurricane preparation boot camp.

Sessions will be held on July 16, 7-8

p.m., at the Enon Library, 1801 Enon Church Road, and July 20, 11 a.m - noon, at the Central Library, 9501 Lori Road.

Participants will learn how to make a family communication plan, how to be safe at home or get to shelter and what is needed to survive on your own for 72 hours. These workshops are recommended for adults.

Register at library.chesterfield.gov or call (804) 751-2275.

Archaeological Exhibit | July 5 - July 31

A special exhibit of artifacts from the Fort Lee Regional Archaeological Curation Facility can be viewed through July 31 at the Prince George Library, 6605 Courts Dr.

The artifacts represent the results of excavations at Fort Lee and include finds from prehistoric to modern times.

Amanda Vtipil, curator of the Regional Facility, will speak at the library, July 18, 6:30 p.m. She will discuss the artifacts and the services of the curation facility, which opened in 2002 and serves as a repository for federal entities in Virginia.

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CHEVY IMPALASFrom ‘65ss to ‘09ss7 to Choose FromMiles Starting at 41,000

2007-2008

SCION TC5 Speed, A/C, Power Locks, Windows, Cruise, Tilt.Miles starting at 63,000

S2007 TOYOTAFJ CRUISER4X4, Auto, A/C,V6, Loaded

2005 LEXUS ES300 &2008 LEXUS ES350Leather, Sunroof, LoadedMiles Starting at 35,000

2009 MITSUBISHIECLIPSE SPYDER GSA/C, Power Windows,Locks, Mirrors, Cruise, Tilt

2006 CADILLAC ESCALADE ESV4WD, Tow Package, Power Sunroof, Luggage Rack

2007-2009

HONDA ACCORD LXCruise, Tilt, 6 Spkr Sound, CD, Power Windows,Locks, Doors. 6 to Choose!

2006-2010

DODGE CHARGER8 to Choose From!

2007 CHEVROLET TAHOE4WD, Luggage Rack,Third Row, Running Boards,Tow Package

2003-2010

JEEP WRANGLERS6 to Choose From!

2008 BMW 535i37,000 Miles,Off Lease Vehicle,One Owner!

2009 ACURA TLPower Sunroof, Windows, Locks, Seats, Leather, Tilt,Cruise, Heated Seats, CD

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2009 MAZDA RX-8GT, 6 Speed, Leather,Power Windows, Locks42, 630 Miles

Traveller July 4, 2013

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