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January 8, 2010 • Volume 8, Issue 11 Published for those serving in the Republic of Korea http://imcom.korea.army.mil
On Monday most of the Republic of Korea was hit with more than 10 inches of snow. In what is widely being called the worst snowstorm since 1937, when they
started recording the data, the first workday of the New Year brought school cancellations and curtailed work schedules. — Photo courtesy of Dave Palmer
The U.S. Army Garrison-Yongsan Command Team resigns the Army Family Covenant with community leaders Dec. 18 at the Seoul American Elementary School cafeteria
to renew its support for Army Family Covenant. Full story on page 9. — U.S. Army photo by Pvt. Choe Yong-joon, USAG-Yongsan Public Affairs
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do not imply guilt or innocence.
Staff Sgt. James Cassidy serves as a System Administrator. During the month of November, Staff
Sgt. Cassidy led a two man team to upgrade 90 computers within 200 hours causing the USFK
J1 to be one (1) month ahead of schedule for the AGM 9.0 upgrade task. During this time he
completed 2 classes and started an additional 3 classes which he will finish in December 2009.
He has maintained a GPA of 3.65 and will graduate in June of 2010 with a BS in Video Game
and Simulation Programming. Epitomizing the Air Force Core Value of Excellence in all we
do he set started the Body For Life Training. Additionally, in an attempt to understand Korea’s
culture he participated in a cultural tour and participated in the theater cultural dance. Last but
not least he participated in the execution of the CFC organization day and even participated
as anchor for the J1 tug of war team. Staff Sgt. Cassidy’s tenacious drive and can-do attitude
makes him a proven role model to his fellow Airmen and the Top 4 is proud to recognize him
and his outstanding accomplishments for the month of November 2009.
JANUARY 8, 2010
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Command Sgt. Maj. Peter Burrowes, 2nd Infantry Division command sergeant major, Maj. Gen. Michael S. Tucker, 2nd Infantry Division commander, Col. Larry
‘Pepper’ Jackson, USAG-RC commander, Command Sgt. Maj. Earlene Lavender, USAG-RC command sergeant major sign the 2010 Army Family Covenant
Dec. 17 at the USAG-Casey Community Activities Center. “A covenant is a special agreement between two parties that is based on expectations. We signed
a covenant with the Army Families in Area 1 that says we will support them, their recommendations are important and we take them seriously and we will take
action. That is our covenant and agreement; they expect us to do it and we should expect it amongst ourselves to take action as leaders,” Tucker said. — U.S.
Army photo by Pvt. Jamal Walker
WhAT IT MEANS:
• Through the ‘Bringing the Benefit to You’ campaign,
Guard and Reserve Soldiers and their Families
have shopped on-site at more than 100 remote
locations and purchased $14 million worth
of commissary products.
The U.S. Army Garrison-Yongsan Command Team resigns the Army Family Covenant with community leaders Dec. 18. — U.S. Army photos by Pvt. Choe Yong-joon
By Pvt. Choe Yong-joon commitment to improving quality of life programs on commensurate to your dedication to our nation.”
USAG-Yongsan Public Affairs U.S. Army Garrison-Yongsan. Hall signed the covenant with 8th U.S. Army
“We came here to recognize and to re-solidify our Commander Lt. Gen. Joseph Fil, Installation Management
YONGSAN GARRISON — With many flag-waving promises to Yongsan Family members,” said Garrison Command-Korea Commander Brig. Gen. John Uberti,
Yongsan children looking on, leaders resigned the Commander Col. Dave Hall during the opening remarks. IMCOM-K Command Sgt. Maj. Kevin Witt, and
Army Family Covenant Dec. 18 at the Seoul American “The Army Family Covenant is our commitment to Garrison Command Sgt. Maj. Ralph Rusch.
Elementary School cafeteria to demonstrate their deliver a quality of life to our Soldiers and their Families During the ceremony, Hall cited several improvements
the Army has made for families around the globe, such
as building 10,000 new homes and 40 new childcare
centers.
On Yongsan, Hall said that the Community of
Excellence had a lot to be proud of locally. Recognizing
the younger audience, Hall said that the community is
home to a world class library and the best Arts and Crafts
Center in the Army.
Other indicators of Yongsan’s commitment to increasing
quality of life may be seen with the addition of a $3.2
million multipurpose sports field on K-16, $10 million
in barracks renovations planned for this year and a pet
playground, among other things.
“I think it is a step forward for the Family, Soldiers,
and Army as a whole,” said Wisty Battles. “Events like
this will help improve our future and help families be a
stronger part of supporting their Soldier’s lives, which
is very positive.”
She also mentioned that thanks to resigning, family
quarters and employment especially for spouses in
Garrison are a priority.
“Our recommitment to the Soldiers and Families of this
Garrison is real and will be lasting,” said USAG-Yongsan
Army Community Services director Dianne Foster. “We
want to get the message out to the community that this
Garrison is serious about providing the best possible
quality of life to our community.”
“We signed the army family covenant in 2008, but the
significance of resigning it is to show the family we have
not forgotten our promises. We want the community to
be continuously reminded that we are ever vigilant and
commitment to our families,” she added.
USAG-Y • PAGE 10
http://yongsan.korea.army.mil USAG-YONGSAN THE MORNING CALM
Community Connection: Kick Start in Korea Dallas Cowboys Cheerleaders entertain community members Dec. 20 at the Collier Field House. — U.S. Army photo by Pfc. Kim Hyung-joon
Are you new in Korea? Do you have
questions? Get a Kick Start in Korea every
By Pfc. Kim Hyung-joon event in Korea? Ally: I became a Dallas Cowboys cheerleader
Wednesday from 11:30 a.m. until 12:30
USAG-Yongsan Public Affairs Ally: This is actually my second year being because it’s a childhood dream of mine. Actually,
p.m. at the DHL Market Square and get the part of the USO tour since its first tour in I grew up in Missouri in families who loved
answers to your questions. The Outreach YONGSAN GARRISON — NA visibly star- 1979. It’s my third year as a Dallas Cowboys watching Cowboys games. Of course, what a
Program Coordinator will greet you, provide struck group of about 30 Yongsan children cheerleader. better way to export the Cowboys than being
you information and answer your questions. attended a Dallas Cowboys Cheerleaders Kim: What is the main purpose of the Cowboys cheerleader?!
For information, call 738-7123. workshop Dec. 20 at Yongsan’s Child, Youth event? Kim: Who is your favorite NFL player?
and School Services gym before a larger show Ally: The main purpose of this event is our Ally: My favorite NFL player is Tony Romo.
International Spouses Support Group later in the day. entire tour through out Korea. It truly says He is our quarterback and has a great personality
Join us in our next meeting! The The Cowboys cheerleaders gave lesson to “thank you” on behalf of the entire nation and and gets his job done on the field.
International Spouse Support Group will children on step coordination, poses and the Dallas Cowboys. We are so excited to be Kim: What do you feel about playing against
meet on Jan. 11 from 11:30 a.m. until 2:30 smiling, followed by an actual demonstration by here and to bring holiday theme to support your rival team, the Philadelphia Eagles,
p.m. at the ACS Building in Hanam Village. the Cowgirls. The performance was given with them anyway possible as well as their families. especially quarterback Donovan McNabb?
For information, call 738-7123. holiday background music, creating frenzied Kim: What do you guys exactly teach girls Ally: We are having fun and healthy rivalry
applause from the children. during the workshop? with the Eagles as they are part of our NFC
Winter Fest 2010 “I’m very happy and excited. I learned cheers Ally: We taught them a little bit of what we East. It’s fun when we face the opponents like
Club Beyond is having a Winter Feston and how to walk during the shows,” said Abigail do in Dallas. Our cheerleaders are probably them, and we do have a special history of having
Jan. 16. Our guest speaker will be Brian Sigler, a second grader at Seoul American known for the silence dance on the football rivalry with them. Donovan McNabb is very
Housman from Awake To Life. It is open Elementary School. field, so we taught them some of what we do talented and he also gets his job done on the
for all 6th to 12th grade students. For those Shortly after the workshop, your correspondent like cheer dances and chants. Then, we allow field, so hopefully whenever we face them, we
who attend on the 16th they will go skiing spoke with Ally Traylor, one of Cowboys them to perform for their parents.
or snowboarding on the 18th. See our cheerleaders. Kim: Are there any specific reasons you became
website for more details. http://yongsan. Kim: Is that your first time participating this a Cowgirl? — See CHEER Page 12 —
clubbeyond.org
Corrie Blackshear
Facebook Fan
Tonia Poaletti
Facebook Fan
I just got here about 2 months ago and I would like to get
back into volunteering that I love to do very much.
Ben Bird
YONGSAN GARRISON — With Christmas right around the corner, Yongsan community members
Facebook Fan debued the 1983 comedy A Christmas Story as a play at the John Wood Memorial Theater at the Moyer
Recreation Center Dec. 10.
Before the show began, U.S. Army Garrison-Yongsan Commander Col. Dave Hall thanked both the
audience and the actors, saying the arts contribute to a vibrant community culture.
“The Music and Theater Program is essential to Yongsan community. This program is guided by several
goals: To improve and enrich quality of life for all community members and to support military readiness
My goal is 310 on the APFT! Wish me luck! by providing low-cost cultural arts life experiences. Arts-in-education opportunities for local students
encourage social awareness, cultural diversity,” he said as program director Jon Hewitt looked on.
— U.S. Army photo by Pfc. Kim Hyung-joon
USAG-Y • PAGE 12
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just do a little bit better. Garrison Commander Col. Dave Hall and
Following the interview, the Cowgirls Command Sgt. Maj. Ralph Rusch and their
moved the stage to the Collier Field House families joined the Yongsan crowds to cheer
and performed a high-energy musical and the Cowboys on.
dance concert. “This is clearly the main event at Yongsan,”
During the show, Cowgirl Trisha Trevino Hall said. “It is another example of our being
asked Cowboys trivia questions and handed out an Army Community of Excellence and
gifts to those that were able to answer correctly. strengthening ties within the community. I
Some of the questions asked were: how many really appreciate the cheerleaders for forfeiting
Super Bowls have the Cowboys won and how their Christmas and New Year to be on the
many stripes are in the Cowboys Cheerleaders’ road to entertain us. What a great main event
uniform? The answers were five, and 15. for Yongsan community!”
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Take the weight-loss challenge that has 10 or more grams per serving; eat a pear or an apple for a snack; add beans to your
meals, soups, and salads; and add a few nuts as a snack or on a salad.
By Lt. Col. Karen E. Hawkins • Eat protein. Do not skimp on protein; this includes chicken, fish, turkey, lean beef and
DeCA dietitian pork. It also includes dairy foods like skim milk, yogurt, low-fat cheeses, beans and nuts, all
found in your commissary at savings of 30 percent or more. The average person needs 0.8
FORT LEE, Va. — A new year and a new decade are here, and many of us want to lose a grams of protein per kilogram of body weight, about 60 to 90 grams protein a day.
few pounds or try to get in shape. There are many diets out there that promise to help you lose • Portion control. A serving that is bigger than your fist is probably too much to eat – unless
weight, yet not all are safe. Are you ready for a new you? Ready to diet? it’s vegetables, which is the next tip.
As a dietitian, I know that most fad diets people begin at this time of year are bound to fail. • Eat your veggies. Eat vegetables at lunch and dinner. Portions are not so important here.
Why? They simply are not realistic in their goals and don’t focus on how we really eat. In fact, eating vegetables is a good place to cheat if you need to. Make sure to fill up half your
Now that’s no reason not to try to diet. Medical research shows that if you are overweight, plate at meals with vegetables. The fiber, water content and nutrients in vegetables help the
losing as little as 5 to 10 percent of your body weight (that’s about 8 to 15 pounds if you weigh body lose weight. Fresh, canned or frozen veggies are all great choices. Avoid the sauces, though,
150) may leave you with better blood pressure, improved cholesterol levels and a lower risk as they add many extra calories.
of diabetes. • Eat your fruit. Fresh, canned or frozen, they all make great snacks and a nice dessert.
To lose weight gradually and keep it off, here are 10 tried and true tips that you can live Dried fruit is OK, too, as long as you control the portion sizes.
with while losing weight and getting in shape. • Get support. Get support from your family and friends to stay on track with your weight
• Go slowly. Set a realistic goal for weight loss and write it down. Losing 2 to no more than loss. How about creating your own biggest losers contest and invite others to join? Support
3 pounds a week is generally recommended by the experts. Remember how long it took to goes a long way with weight loss.
gain the weight? Give yourself time to lose it gradually and you are more likely to keep it off • Celebrate your success! Give yourself a pat on the back and more as you continue to lose
as you change your lifestyle habits. weight. It’s no easy task. As you reach a weight loss goal, how about something special to reward
• Be active. Calories in, calories out or what you eat is what you get. This means be active. yourself? Make it something that you really can enjoy like a new outfit, season tickets for your
Go walking, swimming, jogging, bicycling and dancing to burn those calories. The key is to favorite sport or a special vacation. You decide what it is and write it down with your goal.
make physical activity a part of your everyday life. For more information about making healthy choices, visit Ask the Dietitian on http://
• Go small. Use the small plate and small bowl at meals instead of the large ones. It’s www.commissaries.com and post your questions on the DeCA Dietitian Forum. Be sure to
too easy to eat too much when you use a big dinner plate or a large bowl, especially for that look for other useful information in the Dietitian’s Voice archive. Sign up with the DeCA
nighttime ice cream. Dietitian on www.twitter.com and get messages sent to your cell phone today. For delicious
• Eat fiber. Aim for 25 to 35 grams of fiber a day. Fiber fills you up and helps you feel full recipes, check out Kay’s Kitchen. And to enjoy all your commissary has to offer, sign up for
for a long time between meals. Easy ways to get more fiber include eating cereal for breakfast the Commissary Connection.
On Dec. 29, Aviation Support Equipment Technician Second Class (AS2) Zachary A. Tholl reenlisted
U.S. Army officials met Dec. 15 at Yongsan Garrison to discuss the 8th U.S. Army’s role in the most at the Bridge of No Return. He was accompanied by his Wife and 30 of his fellow crew mates from
significant transformation in the 60-year history of the ROK-U.S. Alliance. U.S. Army file photo. Helicopter Mine Countermeasures Squadron (HM-14) based in Norfolk, Va. Reenlisting Officer was
Lt. j.g. Chad R. Harris.
By Walter Ham IV
8th U.S. Army Public Affairs
YONGSAN GARRISON — U.S. Army officials met here Dec. 15 to discuss the 8th U.S.
Army’s role in the most significant transformation in the 60-year history of the Republic of Korea- 2009 OHA Survey still underway
United States Alliance.
• The annual Overseas Housing Allowance (OHA) Utility survey for
In the meeting at the 1st Replacement Company, leaders from the Department of the Army, 8th
Servicemembers living on the economy and authorized OHA is here.
U.S. Army and U.S. Army Pacific staffs talked about tour normalization and the repositioning of
• All Service members, that reside off-post and receive OHA, should take the
U.S. Army forces south of Seoul to enduring hubs in Pyeongtaek and Daegu, South Korea.
survey via https://www.defensetravel.dod.mil/oha/survey/novoha.html.
“We are involved in an unprecedented transformation effort here,” said Col. Gary Martel, 8th
• To complete the survey respondents should review actual bills or records
U.S. Army deputy director of future operations. “Tour normalization will add continuity to our
of their utilities and maintenance expenses for the last 12 months.
formations and make life easier for our families. And the consolidation of our forces will reduce our
• A by month average for the utility and maintenance portion is required
footprint and increase our quality of life.”
unless utilities are included in their rent. If this is the case a monthly flat
The colonel said the meeting gave Army leaders the opportunity to focus on the important
rate utility supplement is already included in their OHA.
changes on the peninsula that will make the ROK-U.S. Alliance even stronger.
• The survey has been extended until Jan. 14.
“Everything we are working on is designed to strengthen the ROK-U.S. Alliance,” said Martel.
The Eighth United States Army was founded on June 10, 1944. During World War II, 8th
Army liberated more than 60 islands during amphibious operations in the Pacific and then served
as the occupation force in Japan. In 1950, 8th Army was dispatched to Korea to repel communist
forces and has helped to maintain peace and stability on the Korean Peninsula ever since.
“The 8th Army has and will continue to play a critical role in the defense of Korea,” said Martel. Cell phone use for children
“We have a time-honored relationship with our ROK allies – one that was forged in the fire of war.
This relationship is only going to get stronger.” Any kid with a cell phone probably uses it to send and receive text messages and images.
It’s similar to using e-mail or instant messaging and most of the same etiquette and safety
Applications for 2010 scholarships now available rules apply.
If your kids are texting, encourage them to:
Scholarship applications for the 2010 Scholarships for Military Children Program are available
in commissaries worldwide and online through a link at www.commissaries.com and directly at • Respect others. Texting shorthand can lead to misunderstandings. Think about
www.militaryscholar.org. how a text message might be read and understood before sending it.
Since the program began in 2000, it has awarded $7.3 million in $1,500 scholarships to almost
5,000 children of service members. • Ignore text messages from people they don’t know.
Only dependent, unmarried children, younger than age 21 (age 23 if enrolled as a full- time
student at a college or university) of active duty personnel, Reserve, Guard and retired military • Learn how to block numbers from their cell phone.
members, survivors of service members who died while on active duty, or survivors of individuals
who died while receiving retired pay from the military may apply for a scholarship. • Avoid posting their cell phone number online.
Eligibility is determined using DEERS, the Defense Enrollment Eligibility Reporting System
database. Applicants should ensure that they, as well as their sponsor, are enrolled in the DEERS • Never provide financial information in response to a text message.
database and have a current ID card.
The applicant must be planning to attend, or already be attending, an accredited college or
university full time in the fall of 2010, or be enrolled in a program of studies designed to transfer Develop cell phone rules.
directly into a four-year program. Applicants should prepare to submit an essay on the following
topic: “You can travel back in time; however, you cannot change events. Talk to your kids about when and where it’s appropriate to use their cell phones.
What point in history would you visit and why?” Applications must be turned in to a commissary
by close of business Feb. 17. At least one scholarship will be awarded at every store location with You also may want to establish rules for responsible use.
qualified applicants.
• Do you allow calls or texting at the dinner table?
• Should they give you their cell phones while they’re doing homework, or when
they’re supposed to be sleeping?
For more tips about talking to your kids about the internet and cell phone use visit
www.onguardonline.gov.
JANUARY 8, 2010 CHAPLAIN IMCOM-K • PAGE 15
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Area I Worship Schedule Area II Worship Schedule Area III Worship Schedule Area IV Worship Schedule
Collective Collective Sunday 0930 Brian Allgood Hospital Collective Collective Protestant
Sunday 1000 Stone Chapel Sunday 1030 K-16 Chapel Sunday 1100 Freedom Chapel Sunday 1000 Camp Carroll
Sunday 1000 Stanley Chapel Sunday 1100 Hannam Village Chapel 1100 Suwon Air Base Chapel 1030 Camp Walker
Sunday 1000 West Casey Chapel Church of Christ 1700 Camp Walker
Sunday 1100 Warrior Chapel Liturgical Sunday 0800 Memorial Chapel Gospel 1300 Freedom Chapel Gospel 1215 Camp Walker
Sunday 1100 Crusader Chapel Contemporary Sunday 0930 South Post Chapel
Sunday 1100 Hovey Chapel Traditional Sunday 1100 South Post Chapel Church of Christ 1700 Bldg. 558, Room 206 Contemporary
Gospel Sunday 1230 South Post Chapel Wednesday 1900 Camp Carroll
Gospel Mision Pentecostal Hispana Contemporary 1700 Freedom Chapel Friday 1900 Camp Walker
Sunday 1100 Casey Memorial Chapel Sunday 1430 South Post Chapel
1230 Camp Stanley Chapel Korean Sunday 0910 Hannam Village Chapel KATUSA Korean
Tuesday 1900 Freedom Chapel Tuesday 1900 Camp Carroll
United Pentecostal Wednesday 1830 Camp Walker
COGIC Sunday 1330 Memorial Chapel Korean
Sunday 1230 CRC Warrior Chapel Wednesday 1930 Freedom Chapel Catholic Services
KATUSA Tuesday 1830 Memorial Chapel Mass
KATUSA Catholic Services Sunday 0900 Camp Walker
Sunday 1900 CRC Warrior Chapel Seventh-Day Adventist Mass 1145 Camp Carroll
Tuesday 1900 Camp Stanley Chapel Saturday 0930 Brian Allgood Hospital Daily 1145 Annex 2 Chapel Saturday 1700 Camp Walker
Tuesday 1800 Camp Castle Chapel Sunday 0900 Freedom Chapel
Tuesday 1830 Casey Memorial Chapel Early Morning Service 1500 Suwon Air Base Chapel
Tuesday 1830 Camp Hovey Chapel (Korean) Mon-Sat 0510 South Post Chapel Jewish
Every 2nd Friday 1830 Annex 2 Chapel
Episcopal Sunday 1000 Memorial Chapel
Catholic Services/Mass
Catholic Services
Sunday 1130 Camp Stanley Chapel The Command Chaplain’s Office is here to perform, provide, or coordinate total religious support to the United
Sunday 0900 CRC Warrior Chapel Catholic Mass Saturday 1700 Memorial Chapel Nations Command, U.S. Forces Korea and Eighth U.S. Army Servicemembers, their families and authorized
Sunday 1200 West Casey Chapel Sunday 0800 South Post Chapel
Sunday 0930 Camp Hovey Chapel Sunday 1130 Memorial Chapel
civilians across the full spectrum of operations from armistice to war.
Mon/Wed/Thur/Fri 1145 Memorial Chapel
1st Sat. 0900 Memorial Chapel Visit the U.S. Forces Korea Religious Support site at:
http://www.usfk.mil/usfk/fkch.aspx for helpful links and information.
Jewish
Friday 1830 West Casey Chapel Jewish
Friday 1830 South Post Chapel
Chaplain (Maj.) Terry E. Jarvis: Chaplain (Lt. Col.) Klon K. Kitchen, Jr.: 2ID Chaplain (Lt. Col.) Jonathan Gibbs: Chaplain (Lt. Col.) Kwon Pyo:
terry.e.jarvis@korea.army.mil, 738-3917 klon.kitchen@korea.army.mil, 753-7274 jonathan.gibbs@us.army.mil, 732-7998 Kwon.pyo@korea.army.mil, 764-5455
Chaplain (Maj.) Daniel E. Husak: Chaplain (Capt.) Anthony Flores: Red Cloud Chaplain (Lt. Col) David Acuff: Chaplain (Capt.) Billy Graham:
daniel.husak1@us.army.mil, 736-3018 Anthony.wenceslao.flores@korea.army.mil, david.acuff@korea.army.mil, 732-6169 billy.graham@us.army.mil, 765-8991
753-7042
No Endorsement Implied
IMCOM-K • PAGE 16
http://imcom.korea.army.mil FEATURE THE MORNING CALM
(Above) Garrison Facebook Fan Diana Adcox Moreno Reich’s daughter plays in
the snow. With over 11 inches of snow, the historic weather event was called the
biggest snowfall in Seoul in a single day since 1937 by the Associated Press. —
Courtesy photo by Diana Adcox Moreno Reich; (Right) Seoul’s biggest snowstorm
in recorded history leaves the kimchi pots at Gate 3 covered in snow. — U.S. Army
photo by Dan Thompson; (Bottom right) Rachel Fleming and Chantel Pike sleigh
down MP Hill. — Courtesy photo by Jason Pike; (Bottom) Soldiers snowfight despite
low temperatures Jan. 4. — U.S. Army photo by Pvt. Choe Yong-joon
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One of the highlights of 2009: Eighth U.S. Army Commanding General Lt. Gen. Joseph F. Fil visited USAG-Humphreys Thanksgiving Day to re-sign the Army Family Covenant with Col. Joseph
P. Moore, Humphreys Garrison commander and Command Sgt. Maj. Jason K. Kim, the Garrison’s command sergeant major. — U.S. Army photo by Bob McElroy
By Bob McElroy the largest military housing project since close by the summer of 2010. The remaining the Fourth of July and our friendship with
USAG-Humphreys Public Affairs Office World War II, Park Place will cost $1.3 military units at Long will move to other the local Korean people. Freedom Fest
billion and provide 2,400 three, four and camps in Korea. Most of the American and attracted more than 15,000 during its three
HUMPHREYS GARRISON — As five bedroom family housing units. Korean employees at each post will move to days and featured lots of great food, musical
U.S. army Garrison Humphreys opened A combined ROK-U.S. effort, Park new positions at Humphreys or elsewhere performances, martial arts demonstrations,
a new year, change continued to be the Place features several high-rise residential on the peninsula. carnival rides for the kids and a 30-minute
prevalent theme. towers, two-story townhouses, athletic Humphreys continued to support fireworks show on July 4th.
Tour normalization arrived with full fields, playgrounds, underground parking peninsula-wide exercises, setting up and Unit-level sports provided Soldiers with
force and Humphreys saw its number of and space for small retail outlets. running Life Support Areas for exercises many opportunities to excel on the playing
command sponsored families more than Soldiers will lease an apartment for the Key Resolve in March and Ulchi Freedom field and courts here. Men’s and women’s
double from about 200 to nearly 500. monthly-rate equivalent of their overseas Guardian in August. The LSAs provided Flag football, basketball, softball and soccer
The increased number of families brought housing allowance. The first apartments at comfortable sleeping tents, showers, Morale, were the dominant sports of choice for
more school-aged children and necessitated Park Place should be ready for occupancy Welfare and Recreation facilities and Soldiers and their KATUSA brothers.
moving the middle school students into the by 2012. exchange activities for the Soldiers and Gary Sinise and the Lt. Dan Band rocked
new Education Center. In August the Far East District, U.S. Marines who deployed in support of the the Community Activity Center in July.
Fewer new facilities opened this year Army Corps of Engineers announced that it exercise. Sinise and the band thrilled the packed-
than last but 2009 brought a new Education had awarded the contract to build three new In June Humphreys said good bye house with a selection of contemporary and
Center, a Teen Center and a multimillion family housing towers on Parcel K, some of to Garrison Commander Col. John E. classic tunes.
dollar renovation of the Humphreys Medical the newest land here. Dumoulin, Jr., his wife Jean and two sons. The year closed with the first-ever Korean-
and Dental Clinic. The new Army Family Housing Towers Dumoulin commanded Humphreys for two American Holiday Concert by the Eirene
The garrison put the new Education will provide 204 three to five bedroom years. He now works as the Executive Officer Philharmonic Orchestra at the post theater.
Center to immediate use, housing middle apartments, underground parking, to Gen. Walter L. Sharp, the commander of The eclectic program featured traditional
school students in its bright, spacious playgrounds and community areas for U.S. Forces Korea. Christmas tunes, vocal performances and
classrooms. Soldiers and their Families. The FED expects Succeeding Dumoulin as garrison classical and big band music.
T h e h e a l t h a n d d e n t a l c l i n i c’s to finish building the new towers by August commander was Col. Joseph P. Moore. Rounding out the year in entertainment
renovation symbolized the garrison’s rapid 2011. He was joined by his wife Molly and their were the Dallas Cowboys Cheerleaders at
transformation from a single-Soldier post The Army announced in January that two daughters. Before accepting command the CAC. This year marked the 31st that
to a family-oriented installation. The 2009 would be dedicated to its backbone, Moore led the Humphreys Transformation the cheerleaders have entertained overseas
renovation transformed the clinic from a the Noncommissioned Officer Corps. Office where he guided the effort to military personnel and their families during
troop medical clinic into a family-centered The Year of the NCO featured events transform the installation in the future the holidays.
health care facility with a staff that includes a and activities designed to honor NCOs home of USFK. Finally, Army Chief of Staff Gen. George
pediatrician, a family practice physician and by sharing their stories with the Army and Despite a busy year, Humphreys residents Casey visited Humphreys in December and
an Obstetrics and Gynecology doctor. the world (see related story and photos on still found time to relax and have fun indoors brought a message of support and praised for
Construction of six new single Soldier page 23). and out. the Soldiers, Civilians and Families here.
barracks continued on Parcel One, new There were no major unit changes in The year in recreation began with more Casey told the more than 150 in the
land adjacent to MP Hill. Each building will 2009 save for the move of 1st Battalion, than 70 brave Soldiers, Civilians and Family audience that he was proud of the service
house 302 Soldiers when they open. 2nd Aviation Regiment from Camp Eagle Members plunging into near-freezing water and sacrifices they make so far from home,
Workers also continued to fill, pack in Wonju to Fort Carson, Colo. In 2008 for the first-ever Polar Bear Swim on Jan. 10 especially during the holidays.
and prepare the new land surrounding the Army ordered the battalion to prepare at the Splish and Splash Waterpark. “You are part of an Army which is the
Humphreys for new buildings and facilities for return to the United States and then The increased number of families here led greatest force for good the world has ever
that will transform the installation into the deployment to Iraq in support of Operation to larger numbers for the annual Easter Egg seen,” Casey said. “You need to know that
major military base in Korea. Iraqi Freedom. Hunt and helped to boost the thriving youth is recognized by your country and your
The Army announced in January that Several months after 1-2 Aviation left sports programs throughout the year. president.”
it would build a new housing project here Korea Eighth U. S. Army announced that Later in the year Humphreys hosted its Editor’s note : Material from earlier stories
called Park Place at Humphreys. Touted as Camp Eagle and nearby Camp Long would second-annual Freedom Fest, celebrating was used for this article.
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http://imcom.korea.army.mil USAG-HUMPHREYS THE MORNING CALM
Sophisticated Saturday
Relax and unwind at Sophisticated Saturday
Jan. 16 in Tommy Ds. A five-course meal will
be served and reservations are recommended.
For more information, call 753-8191 or e-mail
lisa.hogue.1@korea.army.mil.
Command Sgt. Maj. Nichelle S. Fails (left) of 194th Combat Service Support Battalion leads a Staff Sergeant Carlos Gonzalez, a CH-47 Chinook helicopter flight engineer assigned to Bravo
toast during USAG-Humphreys’ first-ever NCO ball. — U.S. Army photo by Sgt. Kelly Lowery Company, 3-2 General Support Aviation Battalion, monitors the sling load beneath his helicopter.
— U.S. Army photo by Lori Yerdon
Soldiers from 6-52 Air and Missile Defense Battalion participate in an NCO induction ceremony Soldiers practice warrior tasks and battle drills during field training exercises near Warrior Base.
on Suwon Air base. — U.S. Army photo by 1st Lt. Paul Yoon — U.S. Army photo by Pfc. Michael A. Vanpool
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t News & Notes Eric Benet performance a big hit at Camp Carroll
Cervical Health By Kang, Hye-jin
Awareness Month USAG Daegu Public Affairs Intern
January is Cervical Health Awareness
Month. Take Action and protect yourself CAMP CARROLL — If you’ve ever
this New Year. Get your pap test had an opportunity to attend an Eric Benet
regularly and Vaccinate early against performance, then you know that his soft
HPV for girls and women ages 9-26. and sultry voice tends to leave audiences
Let’s put an end to the nearly 4,000 mesmerized. In his recent visit to The Land
American women and 1,000 Korean of the Morning Calm, the soulful artist
women that die from this disease each seemed to have that same affect on Area
year. For more information, please call IV fans who made their way to the Camp
Force Health Protection and preventive Carroll Community Activity Center to
medicine 65th Medical Brigade at 764- catch his show.
5215. Like so many other travelers to the
Republic of South Korea (ROK), the long
Deadline for OHA Survey trip is often the talk. It was not all that
Completion is approaching different for Benet…except, as he explained,
For Korea-based services members his trip involved something he has long been
who live off post, the 15 January 2010 anticipating…performing for the troops.
extension deadline for completing the Said Benet, “The shows I will be putting on Soulful artist Eric Benet engages his very supportive audience during a recent performance
OHA Survey online is fast approaching. at the military installations is intended to let at the Camp Carroll Community Activity Center. — U.S. Army photo by Kang, Hye-jin
Located at https://www.defensetravel. the service members know that I appreciate
dod.mil/oha/survey/novoha.html, or the contributions and the sacrifices made it’s therefore easy to see why I completely be a factor in the turnout at the Camp
at the 175th Financial Management by them and their families every single day. forgot the challenges involved in making Carroll performance. Fans both young and
Center (FMC) website http://175thmc. I think it’s important that they know that the trip here.” old began gathering at the Community
korea.army.mil, the annual OHA Utility their service is truly appreciated.” Rumor has it in Korean circles that Activity Center long before the show
Survey extension provides all Service Also on the artist’s schedule while visiting Benet is not only enjoyed by many Korean began. Among the songs performed by the
members with the extra time needed to the ROK, was a one night only performance fans, but that his music is highly regarded entertainer were ‘Hurricane’, and ‘I wanna
accurately record their utility expenses in downtown Seoul. He spoke of his visit to among Korean singers and performers. be loved’. The screams and applause from
and the opportunity to influence their Korea and said, “This was my first invitation When asked how he felt about this, the audience was evident of how well they
OHA entitlements. to come to Korea, and I’ve found it to be not Benet said, “I’m flattered beyond words. enjoyed the music.
only an honor, but simply amazing. With I am honored that Korean musicians like According to one fan, Cpl. Sang-
Mommy & Me Work out that said, whenever I’m on tour, traveling me. I will frequently come to Korea and sik Kim, HHC USAG Daegu ROKA
Don’t have a babysitter? Still need a is always a big challenge. However, once I hopefully leave audiences with memories Staff Office said, “I am a big fan of this
workout? You are responsible for your arrived in Korea, I could immediately see of a great performance.” artist. I can’t believe that I actually had
own child. They must remain with you that the preparations for the visit would be When asked what music means to him, an opportunity to see him perform live.
in Aerobics room. Children’s movies worth all the effort and energy, Benet replied, “It’s the same as asking what is I felt he is very entertaining and deeply
will be provided. Bring your own toys. “As the plane began its descent, I could water is to a fish. I cannot live without music. involved in his music. He is definitely
Enjoy a full body workout for all fitness see that this country is very clean. Soon I’ll be concentrating on a new album, once a crowd-pleaser. I have to say that I his
levels! For more information, please after arrival it was easy to see that the people this tour to Asia is over. We’re hoping to begin performance was successful. I also got his
call 010-5823-1009. are really kind and so respectful. You can’t working on this project next spring.” autograph. He was really kind and showed
help but notice something like that, and By all appearance, age didn’t seem to much humility.”
Parents Night out
This event will be held on Friday, Jan.
15, 7:00-11:00 p.m. Sign up in advance. Pier 8 and BIWA team up to treat orphans in Busan
First-come, first-served. spaces are Container Security Initiative. Also in
limited. You must be a registered CYSS attendance was Soon Sook, the vice president
member. Please feed your child dinner of BIWA and Scott Jolly, the president of
before event. It will be provided for the Busan Foreign School.
children from six weeks to five years BIWA is a non-profit organization that
old. For more information, please call does charity and volunteer work in Busan.
Central registry at 764-5298 to make a Some of the founding members of BIWA
reservation. were military spouses, including the spouse
of the former commanding officer of Camp
RETRO Bowling Tournament
Hialeah. When Camp Hialeah closed in
RETRO Bowling Tournament will be
2006, the military membership of BIWA
held on Friday, Jan. 15, 6:00 – 10:00
naturally declined. Navy Cmdr. Chris Cruz,
p.m at Camp Walker Bowling center.
Commanding Officer of MSCO Korea and
The price is 7 dollars per person.
the Pier 8 Commander commented that,
Prizes are Top bowler, Best dressed
“Although Camp Hialeah closed in 2006 it
and Top team score. Sign up by Jan.
doesn’t mean the U.S. Military’s role in the
8, 2009. For more information, please
community stops. I think it’s important for
call bowling center at 764-4334.
Pier 8 to have a strong relationship with
Members of Pier 8 teamed up with the Busan International Women’s Association to enjoy a BIWA. Separately, BIWA and Pier 8 are not
Claim against the estate of
Spc. Eric A. Peterson
Christmas Party with the children from the Sun Ae Won Orphanage in Busan. — U.S. Navy large organizations – but together, we can
If anyone has a claim against the Official Photo make a big impact on the community.”
estate of Spc. Eric A. Peterson, 293rd Courtesy Military Sealift Command, Korea Force Water Port Liaison Office, each child One example of this impact is volunteering
Signal Company, contact the Summary received their own toy during the party. at the Sung Ae Won Orphanage. Pier 8 and
Court Martial Officer at DSN 765- BUSAN —Members of Pier 8 in Busan Many volunteers helped to set up BIWA have unofficially “adopted” Sung
8016/8008,mobile 010-9058-8210 or teamed up with the Busan International the event, serve food, clean up and most Ae Won as their orphanage. The Pier 8 /
rene.rodriquez11@korea.army.mil. Women’s Association (BIWA) in December importantly, play with the children during BIWA team has sponsored pizza parties,
sponsoring the Sung Ae Won Orphanage the party. Additionally, the Pier 8 / BIWA beach picnics, ballet lessons, many visits
Daegu FMWR twitter Christmas Party for more than 70 children. team raised enough funds to provide a Wii to the orphanage, an Organization Day
You can get the latest news on FMWR This event, the first of its kind for video game system and two DVD players to complete with bounce houses and other
events and activities on www.twitter. Sung Ae Won, featured a magic show, face the Sung Ae Won orphanage. children’s activities, a pig roast and most
com. Find us at ‘Daegu FMWR’. Want painting, lots of good food and a special visit The Pier 8 volunteers consisted of recently, the Christmas Party. What started
to know more, call FMWR at 768- from Santa Claus. Through the help of Santa members from Military Sealift Command out as just a handful of people visiting
7563. and a very successful toy drive led by Air Korea, 837th Transportation Battalion, the orphanage has expanded into a very
Force Tech. Sgt. Daisy Galan from the Air Air Force Water Port Liaison Office and successful volunteer effort.
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Since 1991, the USAG Daegu Chapel has provided aid to more than 160 local orphanages. Dallas Cowboys Cheerleaders salute to the Soldiers during their Christmas Concert, Dec. 19
The Chapel staff and supporters closed out the year with a visit to Aemangwon orphanage, at Kelly Gym on Camp Walker. The performance ranged from country to hip hop, entertaining
located in Susung-gu, Daegu. — U.S. Army photo by Kang, Hye-jin Soldiers during the holiday season.— U.S. Army photo by Sgt. Park, Kyung-rock
Area IV Army Family Covenant Signing Army Family Team Building Ceremony
19th ESC Commanding General Brig. Gen. Thomas A. Harvey (middle) and Daegu Garrison Area IV volunteers are all smiles as they cut into a cake to celebrate the Army Family Team
Commander Col. Terry D. Hodges(right) sign the Army Family Covenant, renewing the Army’s Building’s 15th anniversary. The event was recently held at the Evergreen club on Camp
commitment to Area IV Army Families and Soldiers, Dec. 19 at the Evergreen Club on Camp Walker.— U.S. Army photo by Kang, Hye-jin
Walker. — U.S. Army photo by Sgt. Park, Kyung-rock
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