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Signal Soldiers volunteer to feed local elderly, homeless By Maj. Lan T. Dalat 36th Signal Battalion

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Sergeant First Class Kimberly Lomax, 6th Signal Center, 1st Signal Brigade, washes one of 700 trays used during the “Feeding the Needy” campaign sponsored by Daegu Korean Red Cross Chapter at Duryo Park in central Daegu Oct. 29. View and download high-resolution versions of these photos at www.flickr.com/imcomkorea. — U.S. Army photos by Spc. Jacob A. Hampton Chaplain (Capt.) Edward Choi, Headquarters and Headquarters Detachment, 36th Signal Battalion assists an elderly Korean man with his serving tray during the “Feeding the Needy” campaign sponsored by Korean Red Cross chapter at Dryo Park in central Daegu Oct. 29.

wenty-five Soldiers from 36th Signal Battalion and the 6th Signal Center, both elements of the 1st Signal Brigade volunteered to serve lunch to more than 700 elderly, homeless and needy people at Duryo Park in Central Daegu at an event that was sponsored by Daegu Korean Red Cross Chapter Oct. 29. “I was surprised to see so many needy people,” said Sgt. Jonathan Brock, 6th Signal Center. Soldiers from Headquarters and Headquarters Detachment, 169th Signal Company, 293rd Signal Company, and 6th Signal Center helped set up the event, fed the people and washed more than 700 trays. “This is a great opportunity to serve of host nation,” said Sgt. Rigoberto Garcia, HHD, 36th Signal Battalion. The collective effort came from James Finch of Camp Walker’s American Red Cross and Chaplain (Capt.) Choi, 36th Sig. Bn. helped coordinate for this event. “I would like to do this again,” said Jesse James, HHD 36th Sig. Bn. “This is something I could do every week,” added Pfc. Felix A. Morales, 293rd Sig. Co. “We need to do these kinds events more often,” Spc. Christopher T. Conner added as the volunteers headed back to Camp Walker.

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Veteran’s Day and Thanksgiving Day Safety Message We will observe two U.S. holidays in November—Veteran’s Day on 11 November and Thanksgiving is a time on 27 November. On Veteran’s Day, we pause to honor those American men and women who served our armed forces throughout our nation’s history. Thanksgiving is a time when America pauses to reflect on its beginnings as a nation and to give thanks for the many blessings we enjoy. These celebrations mark the beginning of the holiday season and will provide well-deserved time off for our service members, civilian employees, and family members. Unfortunately, the potential for loss of life and debilitating injuries increases during holiday periods as small, careless mistakes due to inattentiveness result in serious accidents. As we enjoy out time off and celebrate,

we also must take the necessary safety precautions to ensure we return t o w o r k s a f e l y. Involved leaders make a tremendous difference in how people respond to the call for responsible behavior. I want leaders to conduct Under the Oak Tree counseling with their subordinates on safe and smart ways to decrease risks and avoid accidents. All must be mindful of the increased risks of alcohol-related incidents, individual and/or group misconduct, reduced daylight hours, and decreasing temperatures which could lead to needless

losses. Everyone must ask themselves what can go wrong and what they can do to prevent it. Honest answers to these questions will help us avoid disaster and truly enjoy these holidays. Get service members to commit to using the buddy system. Ensure your personnel avoid off limits areas, political gatherings and demonstrations and comply with the curfew. With a team effort, we can celebrate and enjoy these holiday periods without loss of life, serious injuries, or alcohol related offenses –that is my goal. I need your help to make it a reality. We go together! WALTER L. SHARP General, US Army Commander

Military, DoD personnel become OPSEC experts By Capt. Audricia D. McKinney Eighth Army Public Affairs

Servicemembers and DoD Civilians Peninsula-wide had the rare opportunity to take part in DoD Operations Security Officer Training hosted by the Joint Information Operations Warfare Command from San Antonio, Texas. The purpose of the week long training was to educate and certify unit OPSEC program managers with the skills to identify critical information, which may be harmful to a unit’s mission, and to prevent OPSEC vulnerabilities and threats by implementing measures such as training, education and policy enforcement. “This class should be taught to all military Servicemembers and their Families,” said Sgt. 1st Class Christine Gilson, a student and Intelligence non-commissioned officer for the 501st Military Intelligence Brigade. “We as U.S. citizens should always be aware of other countries collections of information on the U.S. and what could happen should certain information fall into the wrong hand. We must all do our part in keeping our country and Families safe.” Students were consistently challenged in thinking about their actions as the instructors continuously emphasized “just because information is unclassified does not mean that it is not useful to an adversary”. “OPSEC is hot, but losing lives is not,” said Chris R. Turner, Sr., lead instructor and information operations analyst for the Joint

OPSEC Support Center, Joint Information Operations Warfare Command. “Throughout history, it has been discovered that time and time again the negligent release of unclassified information may be harmful. Using and understanding OPSEC is a great tool and process to protect the mission and most importantly preserve lives,” said Turner. This was not your ordinary death by power point course. Students were required on a daily basis to complete homework assignments and conduct briefs to demonstrate their knowledge on the importance of OPSEC. After the completion of the course, students will return to their organizations as OPSEC Program Managers or alternates and Soldiers who attended the class will receive an additional skill identifier. In the end, 19 students walked away with a broader sense of the importance of OPSEC and the potential outcomes of poor OPSEC practices. “Changing the mindset of how people believe that unclassified information is not harmful is a threat not only to an organization’s mission, but Family members and our daily lives as well,” says Turner. “There are three “Ps” to OPSEC, protect the mission, protect plans and procedures and most of all, preserve lives”, said Turner. “I like to focus on preserving lives.”

‘Troops Away’ offers Thanksgiving tour package to China

Troops Away is a program designed to benefit Servicemembers serving overseas by helping them maximize their rest and relaxation time. Tours Asia is now offering a choice of two package trips to China Nov. 27-30. Customers can choose from an all-inclusive trip to Beijing or Shanghai. For information on these 4-day tours call DSN 724-3301, 877-223-1901 or 010-6872-2260. E-mail: [email protected] or visit troopsawaytours. com for more information.

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The Contracting Command Korea/411th Contract Support Brigade is holding an Advance Acquisition Planning Conference at Dragon Hill Lodge Nov. 12 at 8:30 a.m. The conference, which is to be held annually, is part of the Advanced Acquisition Planning Program managed by CCK/411th CSB. The AAPP is required in accordance with The Federal Acquisition Regulation and USFK Regulation 715-4. A copy of USFK Reg 715-4, Advanced Acquisition Planning Program can be obtained from the USFK website under the USFK Publications tab. In accordance with this regulation, the commander, director, or head of any requiring activity with requirements over $100,000 will be responsible for the overall Advance Acquisition Plan for that activity, will designate an AAPP RA coordinator, and ensure milestones are established and monitored for purchase request package development. The RA’s AAPP Coordinator will provide

the basic input to the annual Advance Acquisition Plan and input any updates or changes. The purpose of the Advanced Acquisition Planning Conference is to orient new personnel on the AAPP, discuss acquisition policy that affects the program, and review procedures for submitting input into the annual plan. The conference will also feature smaller breakout sessions in the afternoon. These sessions will allow RA’s to meet with CCK/411th CSB Contracting Team Leaders and focus on specific issues. For example, there will be a session on Contracting for Services and Fiscal Law. The AAPP allows CCK/411th CSB to provide the best customer support possible and to help activities make the best use of procurement dollars. The program encourages RA’s to plan for and anticipate acquisition requirements for individual procurements estimated at over $100,000 in the fiscal year before the purchase request package submission date.

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MP Blotter The following entries were excerpted from the military police blotters. These entries may be incomplete and do not imply guilt or innocence. AREA I: Traffic accident without injuries; Damage to government property; Inattentive Driving; Subject #1, operating a government vehicle drove into a ditch. Damages to Subject #1’s vehicle consisted of a cracked front windshield, a scratched and dislocated front bumper and unknown damages to the undercarriage. The ditch sustained no visible damages. Subject #1 reported utilization of his seatbelt. ECOD is unknown. This is a final report. AREA II: Traffic accident without injuries, damage to government property; damage to private property; Improper backing; Subject #1, operating a GOV, while improperly backing, struck Victim #1’s private vehicle, which was legally parked, secured and unattended. Damages to Subject #1’s vehicle consisted of scratches and paint transfer to the rear bumper. Damages to Victim #1’s vehicle consisted of a dislodged front bumper and a punctured windshield washer fluid tank. Subject #1 and Victim #1 reported to the USAG-Yongsan PMO where Victim #1 rendered a written statement attesting to the incident. Subject #1 rendered a written statement admitting to the offenses. Subject #1 was processed and released on his own recognizance. Subject #1 reported utilization of his seatbelt. Estimated cost of damage is unknown. This is a final report. AREA III: Larceny of private property; Person(s) unknown, by means unknown, removed Victim #1’s speedometer, pump and pouch from his bicycle, which were secured and unattended at the PX. A search of the area for subject(s) and/or witness(es) met with negative results. Victim #1 rendered a written sworn statement attesting to the incident. Estimated cost of loss is $65. This is a final report. AREA III: Traffic accident without injuries, damage to government property; damage to private property; Subject #1, struck Victims #1’s privately owned vehicle on an off post road adjacent to the Main Gate, USAG-Eagle. Damages to Subject #1’s vehicle consisted of dents, scratches and paint transfer to the right front bumper. Damages to Victims #1’s vehicle consisted of dents, scratches and paint transfer to the left rear bumper. Subject #1 was advised of his legal rights, which he waived rendering a written sworn statement admitting to the offenses. Subject #1 was processed and released to his unit. Estimated cost of damage is unknown. This is a final report. AREA IV: Curfew violation; At 0350 Hrs, 25 OCT 08, Subject #1 was observed by MP in downtown, Daegu. A check of ID card revealed that Subject #1 was a military Servicemember. MP detected an odor of an alcohol beverage emitting from Subject #1’s person. Subject #1 was apprehended by MP and transported to the USAG-Daegu (Walker) PMO where he was administered a PBT, with a result of 0.137% blood alcohol content. Subject #1 was not advised of his legal rights due to his suspected level of intoxication. Subject #1 was processed and released to his unit and was instructed to report to the USAGDaegu (Walker) PMO at a later time. At 1600 Hrs, 25 OCT 08, Subject #1 reported to the USAG-Daegu (Walker) PMO where he was advised of his legal rights, which he invoked. This is a final report.

Changdeokgung Palace in downtown Seoul was constructed in 1405 during the Joseon monarchy. The palace is surrounded by autumn foliage for visitors to enjoy. Download a high-resolution version of this photo at www.flickr.com/imcomkorea. — U.S. Army photo by Edward Johnson

SIGHTS AND SOUNDS: Current events and activities Cirque du Soleil’s Alegría The show will be hosted by Jamsil Sports Complex’s Big Top Theatre through Dec. 31. For information, call Interpark 1544-1555 (press #2 for English) or visit www.tour2korea or www. cirquedusoleil.co.kr (Korean, English) Kimchi Expo (Nov. 22-25) The annual Kimchi Expo aims to promote the outstanding qualities of kimchi throughout the world and raise its competitiveness through the development of Korea’s kimchi and fermentationrelated industry and higher quality standards. The event is held at Seoul’s COEX Mall. The festival is the first kimchi-related trade fair to promote the scientific effects of kimchi and its role in developing a healthy society. The Kimchi Expo exhibits Korea’s traditional, functional, or newly-developed forms of kimchi as well as a variety of fermented foods, traditional seasonings, salted seafood, and other health foods. Visit www. tour2korea.com 2008 International Migratory Bird Festival The 5th International Migratory Bird Festival is scheduled to run from Nov. 19-23, in the Gunsan-si region. Visitors will have the pleasure of watching Baikal Teal flocks, the most representative migratory birds of Geumgang, fly through the air. This is also a popular festival for families. Highlights of the festival include the opening ceremony, face painting, stage performances, and a variety of sights to see and enjoy. Opening ceremony is scheduled for 19 Nov. at11:00 a.m. To get there, take a train to Gunsan Station, then take a taxi for about 2 kilometers to the Geumgang Migratory Bird Observatory. For additional information, please check the festival’s homepage. http://www.gsbird.co.kr/index.htm Seoul International Winter Sports Expo Scheduled for Nov. 14-16, Seoul Convention and Exhibition Center (COEX). SIWINTER 2008 will feature a Gangwon-do Promotional Pavilion and

Overseas Promotion Special Pavilion to promote the 2014 PyeongChang Olympic Winter Games bidding activities, the Winter Sports Product Pavilion, and Resort Promotion Pavilion. Organized by theme, the pavilions allow visitors better access to all related information at one site. In particular, participants will include ten ski resorts and related associations from the Hokkaido region of Japan. Visit www.siwinter. com for additional information. Seoul 63 Sky Art, Aquarium and IMAX The world’s highest museum has opened at one of Seoul’s most well known landmarks, the Yeouido 63 Building. The 60th floor Sky Deck has been newly remodeled into the ‘63 Sky Art Museum’. In celebration for the museum’s grand opening, the Hello Kitty exhibit will run through 30 Nov. The exhibition will offer a variety of artworks under the banner ‘Seoul / Sky, Sweet, Secret, Soul’. Visitors can also take in the beautiful views of the Hangang River through the observatory’s large windows. The exhibition is open from 10 a.m. - midnight. Tickets can be purchased until 11 p.m. and are available at the museum ticket booth. For more information visit www.63.co.kr videos of the exibit are available online at www.youtube.com/koreaculture Battle of Noryang reenactment The Chungmugong Noryang Haejeon Seungcheopje Festival commemorates the historic victory of General Lee Sun-sin in the Battle of Noryang against Japanese invaders in 1592. The festival, which was previously held for three days around General Lee’s birthday of April 28th by the lunar calendar, is now held for three days around Nov. 19 by the lunar calendar when General Lee died in the battle. Chungmugong was his pen name. Held for the 8th time in 2008, the festival is organized from Nov. 14-16 near Namhaedaegyo Bridge in Namhaegun, Gyeongsangnam-do. Major events are the reenactment of the battle around Namhaedaegyo Bridge with General Lee’s Geobukseon (Turtle ship) and the Japanese waeseon vessels, the exhibit of Geobukseon, folk performances, singing

contest, and student composition. There will also be celebratory performances, madanggeuk performance, and fireworks. For information, visit www.tour2korea.com or english.namhae.go.kr (Korean, English, Japanese, Chinese) Yellowtail Fest (Nov. 14-16) The Choenamdan Moseulpo Yellowtail Festival celebrates bangeo, or yellowtail, which boasts the best fish quality. This year, it will be held from Nov. 14-16 near Moseulpo Port in Seogwipo, Jeju-do. Major events include bangeo catching, bangeo fishing, bangeo traditional market, national gaetbawi fishing contest, inline skate festival, and visit to historical sites. There will also be a bangeo cooking exhibition and free sampling, as well as the ceremony of pungeoje to pray for a bountiful catch and vessel parade. Autumn getaway to Wonju Located in the Southwest of Gangwon-do Province, Wonju is within an easy, 2-hour drive from Seoul. Enthusiastic hikers are recommended to visit Mt. Chiaksan National Park. The mountain offers numerous tracks, ranging from 2.8 kilometers to 23.8 kilometers. In the fall, the mountain offers beautiful foliage. Along the hiking trail, one can also find historic Buddhist temples like Guryongsa and Sangwonsa that date back to the Silla Dynasty. For more information, visit www.tour2korea.com Photography Museum Donggang Museum of Photography is housed in a building with one basement level and two ground levels. The museum has a permanent exhibition hall and two special exhibition halls and there is also an outdoor gallery and a lecture hall. Visitors will find photos highlighting the natural and cultural heritage of Yeongwol and about 800 photos taken by town residents. Another noteworthy addition is the exhibition of 130 classic cameras, a must for camera enthusiasts and aficionados. Visit www. dgphotomuseum.co.kr (Korean, English). The museum is open from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m.

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depend on him and he is always there to support us," said Elizabeth Sandoe, Area Manager for Korea, Guam and Saipan. Yi’s award ceremony will take place at 10 a.m. at the Camp Market Distribution Center. AAFES Commander Maj. Gen. Keith Thurgood will be in attendance to present Yi with his award.

Free musical concert at Yongsan

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he Korea America Friendship Society is hosting a FREE concert for military and civilian members of the Yongsan community Thursday, Nov. 13 beginning at 7 p.m. at the Seoul American High School Auditorium in USAG-Yongsan South Post. The concert will be performed by the renowned Gangnam Symphony Orchestra with Maestro Suh Hyun-Suk conducting. Musical selections include classical compositions by Tchaikovsky and Bernstein, and popular selections like “Nants’ Ingonyma” from the musical “Lion King,” “Oh Happy Days” from the movie “Sister Act,” and many more. Vocals will be performed by the “U-Angel Voice,” an all-male classical singers quintet. No reservations required. Seating begins 6:30 p.m. For more information, call the U.S. Forces Korea Public Affairs Office at 723-4685.

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Correction The Oct. 31 edition of the Morning Calm featured the wrong photo accompanying the story “AFAP delegates meet to discuss change” on Page 9. At left is the correct photograph with caption for the AFAP article.

Sgt. Tomeka Stinson speaks during a discussion at the 2009 Yongsan Family Action Plan Conference Oct. 23. — U.S. Army photo by David McNally

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Brig. Gen. Uberti visits Red Cloud IMCOM-Korea Commanding General tours WRC and PBC CAMP STANLEY—Capt. Alex Glade (left) Warrior Readiness Center company commander; gave Brig. Gen. John Uberti; (right) Installation Management CommandKorea Commanding General; a tour of the WRC on his windshield tour of Camp Stanley Oct. 31 with Col. Larry ‘Pepper’ Jackson; USAG-Red Cloud commander. Uberti also visited the Central Issue Facility and talked to Soldiers in processing, and at the Pear Blossom Cottage he wished the spouses and their children a Happy Halloween. — U.S. Army photo by Margaret Banish-Donaldson

Casey Popeye’s wins Bronze in world contest Store competes with 720 Popeye’s franchises worldwide By Jim Cunningham USAG-RC Public Affairs

Col. Donald Meisler, USAG-Casey garrison commander on the subject of supporting the Army Family Covenant.” USAG–Casey—Popeye’s Chicken on The application packages for the USAG-Casey, managed by Kim, Myong- competition are reviewed during the Popeye’s Chol and team were recognized as the Chicken Corporate Convention held in Bronze Plate recipients for the International Scottsdale Ariz., Limtiaco continued. Market in a competition held by the 2008 Kim sets about every morning considering Popeye’s Franchise Convention in Scottsdale, what he will do for his employees and for his Ariz. The same convention recognized the customers before going to work, he said. Army and Air Force Exchange Service “My people have been working here for as the Worldwide Operator of the Year. a while,” Kim said. “They are very proficient Schoefield Barracks, Hawaii, Popeye’s were professionals. Most fast food restaurants recognized as the Gold Plate recipients for have a high turn over of employees. Our the International employees love Market. These “This store is one of the working here. When two franchises having opportunities competed with best Popeye’s Chicken stores to go somewhere else, 758 international they decide to stay restaurants for in the world,” here because they Best International feel they are valued Ken Limtiaco, Restaurant. The here.” AAFES Northern Region manager C a s e y Po p e y e’s Being professionally restaurant posted trained and having sales of more than $1.5 million. lots of experience operating the franchise “We won the Bronze Plate based on a makes the job special to the employees, Kim Popeye’s assessment made for the last six continued. months,” Kim said. “Our overall score was “The secret to making the best Popeye’s 98.6.” Fried Chicken is maintaining the original Scoring involves all aspects of running recipe and producing the product to exact a Popeye’s franchise restaurant, Kim standards,” Kim said. “Our employees have a explained. lot of training and experience in preparing the “This store is one of the best Popeye’s product and in serving customers.” Much of the success Kim has built Chicken stores in the world,” said Ken Limtiaco, AAFES northern region manager. over the past years can be attributed to his “Scoring involves an operation assessment, extraordinary technique of team building, community involvement, and team building Limtiaco explained. “We have a mountain climbing team,” Kim among employees. All of this is considered said. “We have a bicycle team and a marathon in competition for the Gold Plate.” Early in June and July, AAFES sends team as well. One of our managers entered the Popeye’s headquarters their recommendation, Boston marathon. He finished in three hours which includes recommendation from Lt. and 15 minutes and he is 56 years old.”

Kim, Myong-Chol (center), manager of the USAG-Casey Popeye’s Chicken store, Paek, Son Hui (left) and Kim, Hyon-Ki (right) prepare their world award winning fried chicken for the customers of USAG-Casey after winning the Bronze Plate in world competition. The restaurant competed with more than 700 stores around the world. View a high-resolution version of this photo at www.flickr.com/imcomkorea. — U.S. Army photo by Jim Cunningham

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News & Notes Victim Advocate Hot Line USAG-RC Victim Advocate Hot Line is 0119187-2001. Take a stand against domestic violence. Victim Advocate Coordinator USAG-Casey ACS, Building 2603. For more information call 730-3494. Daily Mass at USAG-RC Join us for daily Mass 11:30 to 11:50 a.m. Mon-Fri in USAG-RC Warrior Chapel. For more information call 732-6404. Mitchell’s Club Thanksgiving Special Mitchell’s Club will offer a Thanksgiving Special whole roasted turkey (16-20lb) whcih serves 8-12 with cranberry sauce, candied yams, country style dressing, giblet gravy, dinner rolls, pumpkin pie and family size glazed ham (3-5lb) to go for $79.95. For more information call: 732-8189/8211. American Indian/Alaskan Native Heritage Month The 2nd Infantry Division and USAG-Red Cloud will present National American Indian Heeritage Month Observince titled “Living in Many Worlds” Nov. 19 at 11 a.m. in the USAG-RC Theater. For more information call: 730-4287. BOSS Bargain Weekend Better Opportunities for Single and Unaccompanied Soldiers will host their annual BOSS Bargain Weekend to Mount Sorak Nov. 8-10. For more information call: 7256070. 3rd Annual Black and White Ball Camp Stanley Better Opportunities for Single and Unaccompanied Soldiers will host the 3rd Annual Black and White Ball in USAG-Casey Warrior’s Club Nov. 8. For more information call: 732-5293. USAG-RC Gas Station Hours USAG-RC gas station will be closed for lunch from 1:30-2:30 p.m. daily. For more information call: 732-7167 USAG-Red Cloud and 2ID Celebrate American Education Week USAG-Red Cloud and 2ID will celebrate American Education Week Nov. 16 through 22. This year’s theme is “Army Education: Strong Soldiers, Families and Communities. For more information call: 732-7015. Spouses Orientation Program The Spouses Orientation Program scheduled dates for November are Nov. 12 at Red Cloud and Nov. 25 at Casey. For more information call: 732-5883. Deluxe Taxi Airport Service A new taxi contract has began at USAGCasey, Camp Stanley, Camp Hovey and Red Cloud. Customers wishing transportation to the airport can call 1544-9080 and request a taxi be dispatched to their desired location. Customers can reserve taxis in advance for trips to the airport. The FTNH cabs will be larger vehicles, mostly mini vans, allowing for ample luggage space. Passengers can expect to pay 4,500 won for the first three kilometers and 1,220 won per kilometer thereafter plus road tolls. Traffic conditions may increase the fare, as 100 won is added for each 35 seconds the taxi is stopped or traveling less than 15 kilometers per hour. Become an Inspector General The 8th Army Inspector General has immediate openings for officers and NCOs. For more information call: 725-6739.

Soldiers, Civilians and Family members, 91 in all, leap forward into the event, running, walking and leading their Family members including pets and pushing strollers during the Red Ribbon Week final 5k run/walk held on USAG-Casey Oct 25. The course of the run began at Carey Fitness Center and looped back from Camp Hovey Fitness Center. Visit www.flickr.com/imcomkorea. — U.S. Army photo by Jim Cunningham

Red Ribbon Week wraps up with 5k run By Jim Cunningham USAG-RC Public Affairs USAG–CASEY—Red Ribbon Week came to a close Oct. 25 with a 5 kilometer run/walk from the Carey Fitness Center on USAG-Casey to the Camp Hovey Fitness Center and back. The event drew 91 Soldiers, Civilians and Family members to participate in the first ever such event sponsored by the Alcohol and Drug Control Office. “The purpose of this run is to bring awareness to substance abuse,” said Wayne Johnson, ADCO director. “We also want people to know there is a way to overcome these challenges if we work together in the community in support of the Army Family Covenant.” Many in the community came with their children and their pets. Several

families with strollers came to walk the 5 kilometers with their children and other family members. “I came in at 45:50,” Johnson said. “I could not beat the dog walkers to the finish line; I almost came in dead last.” “We gave 12 prizes today,” said Gloria Prince, USAG-RC ASAP prevention coordinator. “We gave 1, 2, 3, for Family, men, women individuals, and units. Families with strollers and dog walkers all counted in the Family category. Our major sponsor was Exchange Car Sales along with the Credit Union and the United Services Organization.” “I came to the finish line in 30:15,” said Cheri Okuda, USAG-RC ASAP prevention program coordinator. “I ran the whole way and beat the strollers and the dog walkers. I went to the pool and swam a few laps and came back.”

“This run was very invigorating because the weather was cold,” said Ken Schlueter, USAG-RC Army Career and Alumni Program director. “Because we had to get here an hour before the race to sign up, it was very cold. We had to keep ourselves warm by walking around and stomping the ground to get ready for the race.” The race started at 8 a.m. and began as a group until the mid point when it began to stretch out, Schlueter said. “I was in the last part of the group when we reached mid way,” Schlueter said. “Before I reached the mid point, the leaders stared to pass us by on their way to the finish line. Once we made the turn around at Camp Hovey, it became easier because it is mostly down hill from there. I jogged the rest of the way and finished in 38:18. I just make it ahead of a Family pushing a baby in a stroller.”

Children celebrate Halloween at Red Cloud PBC: Children trick-or-treat, vie for best costume USAG–RED CLOUD—Children compete for best costume during USAG-Red Cloud’s Pear Blossom Cottage Halloween party Oct. 31, in support of the Army Family Covenant. “Every year we have a Halloween party at the Red Cloud Pear Blossom Cottage,” said Natalia Lyons, USAG-RC PBC manager. “We have special cakes such as this pumpkin bread with apricot filling, hot dogs and hambergers prepared for the children and the adults,” she said. “We usually have about 40 children for these events.” The children went trick or treating at the Red Cloud library and Community Activity Center before returing for the special treats prepared by the PBC. — U.S. Army photo by Jim Cunningham

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BOSS celebrates 19 years serving Soldiers By Jim Cunningham USAG-RC Public Affairs USAG –R E D CLOUD—Soldiers representing different units gathered in the Community Activity Center on Red Cloud Oct. 29 to celebrate the 19th year of Soldiers coming together to provide opportunities in support of the Army Family Covenant to Soldiers on the Korea peninsula. Celebrating the anniversary of Better Opportunities for Unaccompanied and Single Soldiers was not the only purpose for their gathering, claimed Private 1st Class Ana Salazar, Area I BOSS secretary. “We are gathering here today to discuss new ideas for new events to entertain and inform our fellow Soldiers as well as reflecting on the past 19 years of BOSS,” Salazar said. “We are also discussing the events going on at other installations and whether or not we can incorporate new ideas for our events.” The celebration featured a cake-cutting ceremony and free bowling at the Red Cloud bowling center, added James Underwood, USAG-RC Family Morale, Welfare, and Recreation BOSS coordinator. “We are having eight presentations from experts in several fields,” Underwood said. “We will hear from the Army and Air Force Exchange Service; how to become a registered volunteer; we will yogazise with Crystal Hagen, manager of the Camp Stanley CAC, Marketing the Dance Floor theory with Sally Hall, USAG-Casey CAC manager, a tours update with Nate Green, Camp Hovey CAC manager; sports, fitness and aquatics with Randy Behr, USAG-RC sports director, and presentations from BOSS representatives.”

BOSS delegates end their day with free bowling at the USAG-Red Cloud Bowling Center Oct. 29. Delegates from throughout Area I convened in the USAG-Red Cloud Community Activity Center to discuss coming BOSS events and to celebrate 19 years of serving Soldiers on the Korean peninsula. — U.S. Army photo by Jim Cunningham Although Soldiers in Area I have much to do in their everyday jobs, they are in need of recreational activities and opportunities, said Salazar. “BOSS exists to support the overall quality of life for single and unaccompanied Soldiers,” Salazar said. “Any Soldier, accompanied or unaccompanied can take advantage of BOSS activities. Our representatives come together to identify Soldier well being issues and concerns and then recommend improvements through the chain of command. We encourage and assist single Soldiers in identifying, planning for recreational, and leisure activities. We give all Soldiers an opportunity to contribute to

their communities.” Specialists working within USAG-RC FMWR provides many opportunities for Soldiers to find recreation on post, but when working with BOSS, those experts are informed of the events Soldiers most want to see and attend, explained Salazar. “We vote on what Soldiers want to do,” Salazar said. “If Soldiers vote to have a Halloween party, we will make it happen. We also vote on what events will happen during these parties and details such as what prizes will be offered.” Much of the activities BOSS sponsors will be produced in conjunction with FMWR and go hand in hand with the

production experts, Salazar continued. “Much of our success is gauged by signup rosters and head counts,” Salazar said. “We know how successful an event has been by counting not only the number of Soldiers, Civilians and Family members attending, but also how many volunteered to help do the work for those events.” “We are the only BOSS chapter on the peninsula doing our own quarterly meetings,” Underwood said. “All other BOSS chapters only hold regular meetings. Every quarter we bring all representatives together to discuss what activities are planned for the future. Sometimes the representatives decide to do events together. This way, everyone stays informed.” Volunteering for BOSS gives Soldiers promotion points as well as the satisfaction of serving other Soldiers, Salazar pointed out. “When a Soldier goes to a BOSS meeting or a BOSS event, he can log on to My Army Life 2.com and become a volunteer or representative,” Salazar said. “Once the Soldier serves as either one, he can put in his collective hours, which will be tallied up for promotion points.” BOSS raises their own funding by holding fundraising events, from simple hotdog sales to gathering donations from activities, Salazar said. “We have raised almost $5,000 from locally generated income events,” Salazar said. “We raise money through different events such as the BOSS Golf Scrambles. In November we will hold a traditional cultural friendship Thanksgiving dinner where one can invite a Korean soldier and their family to a traditional American Thanksgiving dinner,” she said.

8th Army holds Taekwondo Championship at Casey By Jim Cunningham USAG-RC Public Affairs U S AG – C A S EY — Wa r r i o r s f r o m around the peninsula matched their skills at taekwondo during the 8th Army Taekwondo Championship held Nov. 1 in Hanson Field House on USAG-Casey. Nicholas Simpson defeated William Kline for 1 in the Black Belt Heavyweight class. Alexander Rock defeated James Stout for 1 in the Blue Belt Lightweight class. Joseph Colunga defeated Lensiano Augustine for 1 in the Blue Belt Middleweight class. Ali Mohamud defeated Nicholas Harding in the Blue Belt Heavy weight class. Robert Leiman defeated Erik Burns for 1 in the Red Belt Middleweight class. Jermaine Vanzie defeated James Mathis for 1 in the Red Belt Light Heavyweight class. Marvin Reed defeated David O’Mahony for 1 in the Red Belt Heavyweight class. Izaias Santos defeated Kenneth Rumev for 1 in the Red Belt Supper Heavyweight class. Kerry Mullins defeated Kwon Young Ho for 1 in the Black Belt Flyweight class. Lee, Young Hoon was awarded 1 in Blue Belt Flyweight class. Jo, In Woo was awarded 1 in the Red Belt Lightweight class. Lee, Sang Min awarded 1 in Black Belt Lightweight class. Justin Starck was awarded 1 in Black Belt Middleweight class. Jolesia Likely was

awarded 1 in Women’s Blue Belt Lightweight class. “The 8th Army Taekwondo Championship began in the mid 1980s,” said Tom Higgins, 8th Army sports director. “It is a great sport. We have U.S. and Korean Augmentation to the United States Army Soldiers out here. The world Taekwondo Federation is in Seoul Korea.” More than 24 Soldiers from around the peninsula entered the Championship, Higgins continued. “The skills Soldiers learn in taekwondo are right in line with the combatives they learn,” said Maj. Darryl Sullivan, 2nd Infantry Division Fires Battalion 1-38. “They actually use their hands as well as their feet.” “We had Soldiers from as far away as USAG-Humphreys and K-16 come all they way here for this competition,” Sullivan said. The 8th Army Taekwondo Championship will lead to further opportunities for winners of the event, Higgins continued. “The Army has an All-Army Taekwondo Team but it is all by application,” Higgins said. “Some of the Black Belts winning today have a good chance of making the trials for the All Army Team.” “There are currently six Soldiers in a world class athlete program,” Higgins said. “Many of them are also nationally ranked.”

Nicholas Simpson (right) delivers the blows to gain the points in defeating William Kline (left) for 1 in the Black Belt Semi-Heavyweight class during the 8th Army Taekwondo Championship held in Hanson Field House on USAG-Casey Nov. 1. — U.S. Army photo by Jim Cunningham

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New Yongsan taxi service By Master Sgt. Donovan Potter AAFES Pacific Region Communications

YONGSAN GARRISON — Yongsan residents can again call for an Army and Air Force Exchange Service taxi. A new contractor started the service Nov 1. AAFES also introduced a a deluxe taxi airport service to Incheon International Airport. Customers traveling to the airport will benefit in two ways by using the service. They can reserve a taxi well in advance of a trip and the deluxe airport cabs are larger vehicles, mostly mini vans, which allow ample luggage space. Passengers can expect to pay approximately 80,000 Korean Won to travel from here to Inchon International Airport; a 60-kilometer trip. This includes the road toll. The standard fare is 4,500 Korean Won for the first 3 kilometers. When traveling long distance, to places such as the airport, traffic conditions may increase the fare because 100 Won is added every 35 seconds the taxi is stopped or traveling less than 15 kph. The industr y standard fee, approved by the Korean Ministry of Transportation, is 1,000 Korean Won and will be added to dispatch services. Call 1544-9080 for dispatch services and inquiries. “AAFES is excited to offer this additional service to our customers as another option in fulfilling their transportation needs,” said Shawn Dorcy, AAFES-Yongsan general manager.

Community set for sharing season Commentary by Katy Hussey-Sloniker USAG-Yongsan Army Community Service

YONGSAN GARRISON —The other day in church, my son sat still with his little six-year-old fingers interlaced and eyes closed while he was mumbling. I knew he wasn’t asleep, so I quietly leaned over and asked him, "What are you praying for?" Deep in thought with his eyes closed he responded, "Lunch." As only a mother would do, I bumped him so he would open his eyes and gave him "the look." He then said very sincerely, "Do we get to buy gifts for the Angel Trees this year?" He began verbally listing toys we could get for the Angels – “Transformer toys and Clone Wars accessories, Pokeman Cards, a Batman outfit, a new soccer ball, some DS Lite games” and so on. The excitement of the upcoming season had taken hold. I realized then he was really working out his own personal wish list. –See SHARING, Page 12–

Crew Chief Yi Ki-hak (left) and K-16 Chief Yi Chae-yong respond to a call of a duplex fire in the U.S. Embassy Housing Area on Yongsan Garrison South Post Oct. 26. There were no injuries, but the home was destroyed, according to fire officials. — U.S. Army photo by Jason C. Adolphson

Firefighters battle duplex fire By David McNally USAG-Yongsan Public Affairs YONGSAN GARRISON — Korean and American Firefighters responded to a call of a duplex fire in the U.S. Embassy Housing Area on Yongsan Garrison South Post Oct. 26. There were no injuries, but the home was destroyed according to fire officials. U.S. Army Garrison-Yongsan Fire Chief Alex Temporado

said when they arrived, they observed high flames from the roof of Quarters 4954. “We immediately checked to see if the quarters were occupied. They were not,” Temporado said. “We called for mutual aid assistance from Seoul and brought in additional firefighters from K-16 Air Base.” Yongsan firefighters triple checked to make sure there were no occupants present.

At least 50 firefighters in seven emergency vehicles from the Yongsan District Fire Department, K-16 Air Base and Yongsan Garrison battled the fire for 15-20 minutes. “Because of the intensity, I didn’t know whether we would be able to save the other side of the duplex, but we did,” Temporado said. The U.S. Embassy maintains its own housing compound near the Yongsan Commissary.

Embassy officials said they were thankful for the firefighting efforts. “I went to the scene after the fire,” said U.S. Embassy Acting Public Affairs Counselor Robert Ogburn. “It was a well organized and prompt response. We are deeply appreciative for the efforts of U.S. Forces Korea and local Korean firefighters.” Te m p o r a d o s a i d t h e cause of the fire is still under investigation.

Army wishes BOSS ‘Happy Birthday’ By Spc. Jason C. Adolphson USAG-Yongsan Public Affairs YONGSAN GARRISON — Soldiers recently celebrated the 19th anniversary of an Army program designed to make life better for single and unaccompanied troops. The Better Opportunities for Single and Unaccompanied Soldiers program is officially 19-years-old. Nearly 150 Yongsan Soldiers gathered for a BOSS birthday celebration Oct. 29 at Moyer Community Activity Center and later, Yongsan Lanes. “This is a great way to celebrate and give something back to the Soldiers,” said Staff Sgt. Machell White-Broderick, USAGYongsan BOSS coordinator. Between USAG-Yongsan and K-16 Air Base there are about 7,000 single and unaccompanied Soldiers. Many Soldiers in attendance said they find BOSS to be “invaluable and are fortunate to see the program continue forward another year.” “It must have been a lonesome experience for Soldiers before the BOSS program

was created,” said Pvt. Robert Forrest, a 14th Military Police Detachment BOSS representative. Forrest said when he arrived in Korea, he didn’t know anybody. “It wasn’t until someone introduced me to me to BOSS that I started meeting people,” he said. “It’s a fantastic program.” “I’ve never had so much fun on a work day before,” said Pfc. Giovanna Fernandez, 501st Military Intelligence Brigade BOSS representative. White-Broderick pointed out the meaning of the birthday celebration. “Boss sponsors so many programs every year,” she said. “BOSS does everything from hosting recreational activities to providing backpacks for Soldiers.” White-Broderick said the BOSS birthday was significant. “It’s that one day a year that helps us to recognize all of the good things that come in-between,” she said. BOSS Soldiers spent about three hours bowling after eating cake and food. For information on the Army BOSS

Pfc. Giovanna Fernandez jumps for joy after winning a game of bowling during the Oct. 29 BOSS birthday celebration at Yongsan Lanes. — U.S. Army photo by Spc. Jason C. Adolphson

program online, visit http://www.armymwr. com/portal/recreation/single/. More online at http://yongsan.korea.army.mil

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News & Notes Ration Control Office Move The Ration Control Office in Bldg. 4305 moved to the Yongsan Readiness Center adjacent to the Dragon Hill Lodge. For information, call 738-4612. Education Week 5K Fun Run Support Education week by running in the 5K Fun Run 9:30 a.m. Nov. 15 at Collier Field House. For information, call 7364588. 9-8 pin No-tap Marathon Bowling Yongsan Lanes offers a 9-8 pin no-tap marathon bowling tournament 12 p.m. Sunday. The is a $40 entry fee. For information, call 723-7830. Korean Folk Village Tour There will be a Korean Folk Village tour 9 a.m. - 6 p.m. Tuesday. in Gyeonggi Province. The transportation fee is $10 plus an entrance fee 9,000 Korean Won. The trip is sponsored by the K-16 Air Base Community Activity Center. For information, call 741-6473.

Above: Korean 1st-grader Yeo Ah-won experiences an American Halloween. Left: Jeff Klose gets his skeleton face painting by Michelle Bremer. Bottom: Korean elementary school students visit the Garrison for trick-or-treating as part of the Good Neighbor Program. — U.S. Army photos by Sgt. Im Jin-min

Veteran’s Day Quiz Participate in a Veteran’s Day Quiz through Monday at the Yongsan Library and K-16 Air Base Libraries. There will be a drawing 12 p.m. Wednesday. For information, call 723-7380. Korean-American Friendship Concert Enjoy a Gangnam Symphony Orchestra concert 7 p.m. Thursday at the Seoul American High School Auditorium. This is a free Good Neighbor Program event. For information, call 723-4685. Parents’ Advisory Council Meeting There will be a School Age Services Parents’ Advisory Council meeting 5:15-6 p.m. Thursday at Child and Youth Services. For information, call 738-3051.

Leslie Ayson and her children, Lorianna and Layla, hand out Halloween candy Nov. 1.

Thanksgiving Story Hour Join fellow community members for Thanksgiving Story Hour 11:30 a.m. Nov. 15 at the Yongsan Library. There will be a turkey with trimmings and refreshments. For information, call 723-7380. Frozen Turkey Shoot Out! Roll a Strike with a frozen turkey and win a free turkey dinner-to-go from Main Post Club 12-3 p.m. Nov. 15. The entry fee is $5 at the Yongsan Lanes. For information, call 723-7830. Customer Service Assessment Take the the Installation Management Command customer service assessment at http://www.myarmyvoice.org/community2008 before close of business today! Basketball League It’s the Post Level Men’s and Women’s Basketball League Nov. 15 at various locations. For information, call 736-4588. Thanksgiving Performance The Korean-American Friendship Association and Korean Culture and Information Service will present a free Thanksgiving performance of traditional Korean music and dances 7 p.m. Nov. 19 at the Seoul American High School Auditorium. For information, call 723-7669. For a complete list of community information news and notes, visit the USAG-Yongsan official web site at http://yongsan.korea.army.mil

By Pvt. Hwang Joon-hyun USAG-Yongsan Public Affairs YONGSAN GARRISON — Halloween at Yongsan Garrison gave families a night dedicated to trick-ortreaters prowling the streets for candy. Ghosts, goblins and fairies ran doorto-door to receive chocolate and sweets from generous souls. Craig Nieman, a Yongsan resident who welcomed trick-or-treaters with his son Isaac, said the evening was “very, very active.” “There are more kids than ever,” Nieman said. “It’s refreshing to see everyone so excited about Halloween.” Many residents decked out their homes for the Halloween holiday with scarecrows and cobwebs. “This Halloween is a treat for the children and for us parents as well,” said Leslie Ayson, whose door never seemed

to run out of sweets. Some parents even joined in the fun with enthusiasm, boasting costumes of their own. Yongsan community also invited 55 Korean elementary school students from nearby Haengdang School to celebrate America’s spookiest holiday together. Led by volunteers from Seoul American Middle School and High School, goblins and fairies dispersed in groups to cover as many neighborhoods as possible. Official trick-or-treating hours were 6-8:30 p.m. “ T h i s i s s o m u c h f u n ,” s a i d Korean 6th grader Kim Se-hoon as he approached a door in a witch costume complete with a purple wig and makeup. “This is the first time I’m trick-or-treating in an American neighborhood and I got so many candies.”

Whether it was about Halloween or about the candy, everyone was certainly excited. “Meeting American friends and getting the candies was my favorite part,” said Korean 4th-grader Jung Sang-woo with his bag bursting with candy. “We wanted to give our students a chance to experience a foreign culture, and become familiar with Halloween traditions,” said Park Mee-ryung, the Haeng-dang teacher who helped organized the visit. “Our students had a far better time than they expected. Hopefully we can come back next year.” Yongsan Military Police helped to make the Halloween celebration a safe event. “Lots of kids are out tonight on the roads,” said Staff Sgt. Samuel Betancourt, one of many MPs who controlled traffic and made sure that drivers respected crosswalks. “We’re out here to make sure they stay safe.” More online at http://yongsan.korea.army.mil

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Yongsan Soldier is Army Coach of the Year By David McNally USAG-Yongsan Public Affairs YONGSAN GARRISON — For Sgt. 1st Class Agustin Mendez, commitment to his Family and the Army continues to bring him opportunities to touch the lives of others. In January 2008, Army officials selected Mendez as the 2007 Army Coach of the Year. Although Mendez is the All Army soccer coach, the Coach of the Year honor goes to the best coach of any Army sporting program. A panel of judges considers athletic endeavors, military accomplishments and community service. Mendez is a chaplain’s assistant at the Yongsan Religious Retreat Center, where he also serves as the NCOIC. His path to the United States Army was unlikely. Born and raised in Mexico City, Mexico, he became a professional soccer player at the age of 15. For 15 years, he played at the top of his game. In 1989, he traveled to the U.S. to play semi-pro soccer; however, a funny thing happened on the way to practice. “I met an Army recruiter in Los Angeles,” Mendez said. “I ended up calling my coach and telling him I had enlisted in the Army.” Mendez became an infantryman. He soon was assigned to the 7th Infantry Division at Fort Ord, Ca. “When I got to my first duty station, my first commander was a soccer fanatic; he was the one who actually got me involved in the All Army program,” Mendez said. His Army career has brought him all over the world. Fifteen years ago, he changed his Army job to chaplain’s assistant. He’s also been stationed at Camp Red Cloud, Republic of Korea; Fort Bragg, N.C.; Fort Bliss, Texas; Schofield Barracks, Hawaii; Fort Drum, N.Y.; Fort

Sgt. 1st Class Agustin Mendez makes a difference in his community — Courtesy photo

Meyer, Va.; and now Yongsan. Throughout his career, he’s been an Army athlete and coach. He never missed a field problem or deployment. “I’m a Soldier first,” he proudly says. “In 1995, the Director of Army Sports asked me to build a soccer program for the Army,” Mendez said. “The Air Force used to dominate the sport.” Mendez worked as an assistant All Army coach for three years before becoming “the coach.” Since then, the Army has been the dominating force in military soccer. “The All Army team has won silver or gold since 2000,” he said. But, Mendez is quick to point out the honor of being Army Coach of the Year is not about him. “It’s not only me, it’s a team effort,” he said. “People work together. I look at all the applications from potential Army athletes and I call and talk with previous

coaches. The first three years, it was kind of hard. But right now, I have a pool of about 200 soldiers all over the world.” In January, Mendez will go to Fort Eustis, Va. to coach 30 top Army players. “We have to cut that number down to 18 in a week in a half, and then we’ll go to the Armed Forces Soccer Tournament.” The Armed Forces Soccer Tournament will give the All Army team a chance to play six games in eight days against the other services. Mendez says he is looking forward to the challenge. “I’ve been involved in the program for 20 years,” he said. “In fact, I’m the first Armed Forces player/coach to be involved in the program for 20 years.” Mendez also coaches youth football, basketball, baseball and soccer wherever he is stationed. “When I take on something, I commit,” he said. “With the All Army Soccer Team, even though we only get together one month in January, I follow it all year long.” Mendez says soccer is more than just a game. “It teaches kids about life,” he said. “When I’m coaching kids, I have them there for two hours, so I talk to them about not doing drugs, or not smoking. I throw that stuff at them because I have kids of my own.” Mendez says his family is his inspiration. Two and a half years ago, his 13-year-old son passed away. “He loved sports, his memory keeps me going,” he said. “Not only in sports, but in everything I do. I have three other kids and I just want to make sure they never forget they had a brother.” Mendez also praises his wife. “If it wasn’t for my wife, I wouldn’t be able to do what I do,” he said. “All my success is because of her, not only coaching, but being in the Army.” –See PROFILE, Page 12–

Commentary: Mount Seorak tour is a must Commentary by Cpl. Lee Min-hwi USAG-Yongsan Public Affairs

If it is your first autumn in Korea, you should not miss a chance for the most beautiful sightseeing in Korean mountains. Korean autumn is a season when mountains brag the most colorful tints, transforming themselves into scarlet and yellow clothing. The USAG-Yongsan Family and Mo r a l e , We l f a r e , a n d R e c r e a t i o n directorate is planning a Mt. Seorak National Park tour Saturday, Nov. 22. Anyone who wants to come out and enjoy this beautiful weather can sign up at the Moyer Community Activity Center by Nov. 20. Mount Seorak is the highest mountain in the Daebaek mountain range, which is in the Gangwon province on Korea’s east coast. Autumn colors in the area are known as one of the most beautiful in Korea. “We wanted to let our Servicemembers and their families know that this autumn is one of the perfect chances to go out and have fun,” said Lee Kye-chon, DFMWR recreation specialist. “There are many

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October forum updates residents USAG-Yongsan Public Affairs

YONGSAN GARRISON – About 80 Yongsan residents attended the monthly Community Information Forum at the Community Services Building Oct. 28. Fire Chief Alex Temporado told the group about a recent increase in cooking fires. “Unattended cooking fires put people at risk of injury, they damage our facilities and cost the Garrison money,” he said. Temporado said with Thanksgiving coming up people need to pay close attention to fire prevention. He estimated unattended cooking fires cost the Garrison about $75,000 a year. Some of the reasons for unattended cooking fires include leaving home, working in other rooms in the house, and taking a shower. “We really need to keep an eye on what you’re doing,” he said. “Help spread the word and help prevent tragedy.” Officials announced the beginning of heating season. “We’re in the process of getting heating system ready for winter operations,” said Chuck Markham, Public Works director. Markham also stressed the importance of energy conservation. Housing Manager Carol Jones updated the community on the Hannam Village Community Center project. The former food court area is getting a facelift so the room can be used for holiday or birthday parties. “The room should be ready by early December,” she said. Jones also announced a keyless digital lock system that is going to be installed soon at Burke Towers. “We may look at expanding this system to other housing areas,” she said. Playground renovations are underway for many Yongsan leased housing areas. The sand is being replaced with rubber tiles. The project should be completed by the end of next month. USAG-Yongsan holds Community Information Forums 9-11 a.m. the last Tuesday of every month at the Community Services Building in Room 118.

Garrison leader talks substance abuse By Pvt. Hwang Joon-hyun USAG-Yongsan Public Affairs

A huge Buddha statue watches over Seorak National Park on Korea’s scenic east coast. — Courtesy photo by William Weisner

famous places to visit, but what our tour programs offer will help ease the pain of choosing a right place to make a trip.” The tour includes visiting Sinhung temple and Bisundae, a scenic cliff known in Korean fables as the place where Sunnyeo came down and rested. Geumgang cave is where Korean monks excavated a cliff and placed Buddha statue. The location attracts many visitors.

“This tour will help the participants see traditional Korean culture and enjoy some of traditional and healthy foods made of wild herbs,” Lee said. The bus will depart at the Moyer Bus Terminal at 7 a.m. and return at 8 p.m. There is a $15 transportation fee. DFMWR also has a tour plan to the Changdeok Palace in Seoul on Saturday, Nov. 29. For information, call 723-3291.

YONGSAN GARRISON – Hundreds of Seoul American High School students gathered at the school auditorium Oct. 29. USAG-Yongsan Commander Col. Dave Hall spoke to them about substance abuse awareness in spirit of National Red Ribbon Week. “If you go down the path of drugs,” he said, “there is no future.” Hall stressed that underage students are not allowed to smoke on the Garrison, even if their parents allow it. “We have a no smoking policy,” he said. Hall spoke to the students because “first and foremost, we want our youth population to know that we care.” Hall said he is committed to providing Families “a strong, supportive environment where they can thrive,” one of the primary tenents of the Army Family Covenant.

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Community of Sharing! The holiday season is rapidly approaching. This is the time when we can show our community spirit and help out Yongsan Families in need. The Community of Sharing Program is all about helping and sharing with others. Our chapels have been extremely generous in supporting this program through designated offerings. Army Community Service uses this financial support to manage holiday food assistance and a coordinated toy drive called Angel Tree. The program brings joy and goodwill to Families. Applications are available at the Yongsan ACS (Building S-4106, Room 115), Hannam Village and K-16 Air Base ACS offices, Yongsan Commissary, November Community Connection magazine, online at the Garrison web site (http://yongsan. korea.army.mil) and at our chapels. The application deadline is Nov. 14 for Thanksgiving and Dec. 12 for the Winter Holidays. Only one application is necessary per E-5 family and below and Department of Defense equivalents (GS-07 or below). I encourage leaders to take an active role in

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this year’s Community of Sharing Program. Leaders may nominate an applicant with the applicant’s knowledge and approval. The signature of the military or civilian supervisor verifies the applicant is in need of support and has met with the guidelines presented in the application. After processing and acceptance of the application, the applicant will receive notification directly and be presented with a variety of choices to meet his or her Family’s holiday meal assistance needs. The applicants will also receive assistance with toys for their children through the Community Angel Tree Program during the Christmas Season. Community organizations wishing to assist ACS by sponsoring an Angel on the Community Angel Tree or in any other capacity should contact ACS at 738-7505. For more information, call Allison Blake at 738-4655 or Katy Hussey-Sloniker at 738-7186. Please tell your coworkers and neighbors about this important program. We sincerely thank you for your support during the holiday season.



Yet my son had it right, the season of giving is upon us. There are many in our community who are new and who do not know how our "small town" supports and cares for each other. The Community of Sharing Program is one of many ways we take care of our community Family. Community of Sharing 2008 is a holiday meal and toy program for military and civilians in the grades of E-5 and GS-7 and below living in the U.S. Army GarrisonYongsan communities. The program is funded by your contributions to the Chapel’s designated offerings for food assistance called Helping Hands. To qualify, an application must be submitted to Army Community Service by the deadline of Nov. 14 for Thanksgiving and Dec. 12 for the Winter Holidays. Only one application per Family is needed to apply for both holidays. To be accepted, each Family member must reside at USAG-Yongsan; dual

PROFILE Finally, Mendez said his support from the chain of command is unparalleled. “I’m about to retire next year,” he said. “I want to stay Army. I love the Army.” Mendez is also the soccer coach for the Headquarters and Headquarters Company, USAG-Yongsan team. “We won the post

from Page 9 employed Families do not qualify; and the military/civilian supervisor must sign the application. Participating Families will be notified and given three options for meals. A Family can choose to go shopping at the Yongsan Commissary, receive a pre-cooked meal of either Ham or Turkey from the Main Post Club, or enjoy a holiday dinner at Commiskey’s Restaurant. Additionally, each child will have their own Angel on the USAG-Yongsan ACS Angel Tree that can be adopted and cared for. If your excitement for the season grabs you and you would like to adopt a USAGYongsan Community Angel, angels will be ready for adoption Nov. 17. So you see, the Community of Sharing Program embodies everything my son was thinking about – giving and receiving, sharing and caring, thanks, and yes – food. For information, contact Army Community Service at 738-7505.



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championship three weeks ago, beating MEDDAC in the final,“ he said. “We didn’t take 8th Army, but we gave it a good shot.” Mendez says his goal is to be a positive influence on others. “Just like I am committed to being a Soldier, I put everything into it,” he said.

NOVEMBER 7, 2008

NEWS

IMCOM-Korea Equal Employment Opportunity to hold Prevention of Sexual Harassment training

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Holiday Mailing Guidelines

As the holidays approach and military families start thinking about what they’re going to send loved ones serving overseas, there are a few dates to keep in mind. “The earliest deadline is for troops that are USAG-Yongsan* USAG-Red Cloud serving in the Iraq [and] Afghanistan area,” said Al DeSarro, spokesman for the western region Supervisory Non-Supervisory Supervisory Non-Supervisory of the U.S. Postal Service. “You want to send all your holiday mail and packages [to those areas] Dec. 9, 2009 1-4:30 p.m. (I) 8:30-11:30 a.m. (I) Oct. 27, 2008 9 a.m.-noon (I) 1:30-4;30 p.m. (I) by Dec. 4.” Mar. 10, 2009 1-4:30 p.m. (I) 8:30-11:30 a.m. (I) Nov. 5, 2008 9-11 a.m. (R) 1-3 p.m. (R) Holiday mail, including packages and cards, June 9, 2009 1-4:30 p.m. (I) 8:30-11:30 a.m. (I) Jan. 16, 2009 9 a.m.-noon (I) 1:30-4:30 p.m. (I) going to military bases in other parts of the Sept. 8, 2009 1-4:30 p.m. (I) 8:30-11:30 a.m. (I) Mar. 3, 2009 9-11 a.m. (R) 1-3 p.m. (R) world should be shipped by Dec. 11, he said. Apr. 8, 2009 9 a.m.-noon (I) 1:30 -4:30 p.m. (I) “We do encourage people to closely follow May 5,2009 9-11 a.m. (R) 1-3 p.m. (R) these deadlines,” DeSarro said. “Of course, July 1, 2009 9 a.m.-noon (I) 1:30-4:30 p.m. (I) USAG-Humphreys we make every attempt, even if you miss the Aug. 4,2009 9-11 a.m. (R) 1-3 p.m. (R) deadline, to deliver the mail to our troops.” Supervisory Non-Supervisory Pseudo-Santas who can’t beat those dates have another option to get holiday goodies to Feb. 11, 2009 1:30-3:30 p.m. (R) 9-11 a.m. (R) USAG-Casey their destinations in time: Express Mail. But May 6, 2009 1:30-3:30 p.m. (R) 9-11 a.m. (R) it will cost a bit more and it’s not available June 23, 2009 1-5 p.m. (I) 8-11 a.m. (I) Supervisory Non-Supervisory for Servicemembers serving in Iraq and July 15, 2009 1:30-3:30 p.m. (R) 9-11 a.m. (R) Afghanistan. July 29, 2009 1:30-3:30 p.m. (R) 9-11 a.m. (R) Oct. 28, 2008 9 a.m.-noon (I) 1:30-4:30 p.m. (I) Priority Mail Flat-Rate boxes are the best Aug. 19, 2009 1:30-3:30 p.m. (R) 9-11 a.m. (R) Nov. 21, 2008 9:30-11:30 a.m. (R) 1-3 p.m. (R) value when shipping to military members Sept. 9, 2009 1:30-3:30 p.m. (R) 9-11 a.m. (R) Feb. 29, 2009 9 a.m.-noon (I) 1:30-4:30 p.m. (I) serving at home or anywhere overseas, DeSarro Mar. 25, 2009 9:30-11:30 a.m. (R) 1-3 p.m. (R) said. The largest flat-rate box costs $10.95 to Apr. 15, 2009 9 a.m.-noon (I) 1:30-4:30 p.m. (I) ship to an APO or FPO address. That’s a $2 USAG-Daegu*** (Area IV**) May 20, 2009 9:30-11:30 a.m. (R) 1-3 p.m. (R) discount, and the boxes are free. July 27, 2009 9 a.m.-noon (I) 1:30-4:30 p.m. (I) “We also offer a special military package kit, Supervisory Non-Supervisory Aug. 12, 2009 9:30-11:30 a.m. (R) 1-3 p.m.(R) … and this applies even if you want to send to our troops here in the U.S.,” DeSarro said. Feb. 11, 2009 8 a.m.-noon (I) “If you call … 1-800-610-8734, they’ll send Feb. 12, 2009 8 a.m. -noon (I) you a free kit of packaging materials.” For more * Refresher POSH training available online at http://yongsan.korea.army.mil/eeo.asp July 15, 2009 8 a.m.-noon (I) information, visit www.usps.gov. July 16, 2009 8 a.m.-noon (I) ** Refresher POSH training will be distributed electronically Excepted from an article by Samantha L. Quigley, ***As of 3 November 2008, projected dates are tentative American Forces Press Service

NEWS

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THE MORNING CALM

Drumbeats call audience to Thanksgiving performance

Korean-American Friendship Association announces special Thanksgiving performance in Yongsan at Seoul American High School, Nov. 19 at 7 p.m. The performance will feature traditional dance and musical performances including fan dance and percussion demonstrations. View or download this photo online at www.flickr.com/imcomkorea. — U.S. Army courtesy photo

Nov. 7-13

LOCATION

Today

Saturday

Sunday

Monday

Tuesday

Wednesday

CASEY 730-7354

Pride and Glory (R) 6:30 p.m. Bangkok Dangerous (R) 8:30 p.m.

Pride and Glory (R) 6:30 Disaster Movie (PG13) 8:30 p.m.

Star Wars: Clone Wars (G) 6:30 p.m. Babylon A.D. (PG13) 8:30 p.m.

Pride and Glory (R) 7:30 p.m.

No Show

House Bunny (PG13) 7:30 p.m.

No Show

HENRY 768-7724

Quarantine (R) 7 p.m.

Wall-E (PG) 1 p.m. Quarantine (R) 7 p.m.

Veggie Tales Movie (G) 3 p.m. House Bunny (PG13) 7 p.m.

Babylon A.D. (PG13) 7 p.m.

No Show

No Show

No Show

HUMPHREYS 753-7716

Pride and Glory (R) 6:30 / 9 p.m.

Star Wars: Clone Wars (G) 3:30 p.m. Pride and Glory (R) 6:30 / 9 p.m.

Star Wars: Clone Wars (G) 3:30 p.m. Pride and Glory (R) 6:30 / 9 p.m.

Babylon A.D. (PG13) 6:30 / 9 p.m.

Babylon A.D. (PG13) 6:30 / 9 p.m.

College (R) 6:30 / 9 p.m.

College (R) 6:30 / 9 p.m.

Bangkok Dangerous (R) 7 p.m.

Pride and Glory (R) 7 p.m.

No Show

Star Wars: Clone Wars (G) 7 p.m.

No Show

High School Musical 3 (G) 7 p.m.

HOVEY 730-5412

Traitor (R) 7 p.m.

Thursday

KUNSAN 782-4987

Traitor (PG13) 6 p.m. Babylon A.D. (PG13) 8:30 p.m. Eagle Eye (PG13) Midnight

Babylon A.D. (R) 6 p.m. Traitor (R) 8:30 p.m.

Disaster Movie (PG13) 6 / 8:30 p.m.

No Show

No Show

No Show

Righteous Kills (R) 6 p.m.

OSAN 784-4930

High School Musical 3 (G) 7 p.m. Traitor (R) 9:30 p.m.

High School Musical 3 (G) 1 / 3:30 / 7:30 p.m. Traitor (R) 9:30 p.m.

High School Musical 3 (G) 1 / 3:30 / 6 p.m. Traitor (R) 3:30 / 6 / 8:30 p.m.

Pineapple Express (R) 4 / 7 p.m.

High School Musical 3 (G) 4 p.m. Pineapple Express (R) 7 p.m.

Bangkok Dangerous (R) 7 p.m.

Bangkok Dangerous (R) 7 p.m.

RED CLOUD 732-6620

Body of Lies (R) 7 / 9 p.m.

Bangkok Dangerous (R) 7 p.m.

Traitor (R) 7 p.m.

Disaster Movie (PG13) 7 p.m.

Bangkok Dangerous (R) 7 p.m.

No Show

Body of Lies (R) 7 p.m.

STANLEY 732-5565

Bangkok Dangerous (R) 7 p.m. Tropic Thunder (R) 9 p.m.

Quarantine (R) 7 p.m. Babylon A.D. (PG13) 9 p.m.

Quarantine (R) 7 p.m.

Step Brothers (R) 7 p.m.

No Show

High School Musical 3 (G) 7 / 9 p.m.

Mirrors (R) 7 p.m.

YONGSAN 738-7389

High School Musical 3 (G) 5:30 / 8:30 p.m. Dark Knight (PG13) 6:30 p.m.

High School Musical 3 (G) 2 / 5 / 8 p.m. Dark Knight (PG13) 3:30 / 6:30 p.m.

College (R) 2 / 5 / 8 p.m. Longshots (PG13) 3:30 / 6:30 p.m.

College (R) 7 p.m. Space Chimps (G) 3 / 5:30 p.m. Mama Mia! (PG13) 3 / 5:30 p.m.

Babylon A.D. (PG13) 4 p.m. Space Chimps (G) 6 p.m. Mama Mia! (PG13) 6 p.m.

House Bunny (PG13) 7 p.m. Mirrors (R) 6 p.m. Tropic Thunder (R) 6 p.m.

House Bunny (PG13) 7 p.m. Mirrors (R) 6 p.m. Tropic Thunder (R) 6 p.m.

CHAPLAIN

NOVEMBER 7, 2008

Area I Worship Schedule Protestant Services Collective Sunday 1000 Sunday 1000 Sunday 1030 Sunday 1100 Sunday 1100 Sunday 1100 Sunday 1100 Wednesday 1130 Gospel Sunday 1100 1230 Wednesday 1800 Thurday 1900 COGIC Sunday 1230 KATUSA Sunday 1930 Sunday 1300 Tuesday 1900 Tuesday 1840 Tuesday 1800 Tuesday 1830 Tuesday 1830 Thursday 1830

Catholic Mass Sunday 1130 Sunday 0900 Sunday 1215 Sunday 0930 Orthodox Service 1st and 2nd Sundays 1000 Later Day Saints Sunday 1400 Jewish

Friday

Stone Chapel Stanley Chapel West Casey Chapel Protestant Sunday School-Coffee House Warrior Chapel Crusader Chapel Hovey Chapel Bible Study-Coffee House Casey Memorial Chapel Camp Stanley Chapel Gospel Bible Study Stanley Chapel Gospel Practice Stanley Chapel CRC Warrior Chapel CRC Warrior Chapel Jackson Auditorium Camp Stanley Chapel Casey Stone Chapel Camp Castle Chapel Casey Memorial Chapel Camp Hovey Chapel West Casey Chapel

Camp Stanley Chapel CRC Warrior Chapel West Casey Chapel Camp Hovey Chapel Old Hovey Chapel West Casey Chapel

Collective Sunday Contemporary Sunday

Memorial Chapel (Liturgical) Brian Allgood Hospital Chapel Hannam Village Chapel (Korean) South Post Chapel K-16 Chapel Hannam Village Chapel

1000

Multi Purpose Training Facility

Gospel 1200 Seventh-Day Adventist Saturday 0930 United Pentecostal (UPCI) Sunday 1330

West Casey Chapel

South Post Chapel Brian Allgood Hospital Chapel Memorial Chapel

KATUSA Thursday

1830

Memorial Chapel

Episcopal Sunday

1000

Memorial Chapel

Friday

1900

1100 1100 1100 1300 1800

Freedom Chapel Suwon Air Base Chapel Camp Eagle Chapel Freedom Chapel Freedom Chapel

KATUSA Tuesday

1900

Freedom Chapel

Korean Wednesday 1730 Wednesday 1900

Freedom Chapel Freedom Chapel (Bible Study)

Catholic Services

Jewish

1145 0930 1700 1700

Freedom Chapel Freedom Chapel Camp Eagle Chapel Suwaon Air Base Chapel

Collective Protestant Sunday Church of Christ Gospel Contemporary Friday Korean Tuesday Wednesday

1000 1030 1700 1215 1300

Camp Carroll Camp Walker Camp Walker Camp Walker Camp Carroll

1900

Camp Walker

1900 1830

Camp Carroll Camp Walker

0900 1130 1700

Camp Walker Camp Carroll Camp Walker

Catholic Services Mass Sunday Saturday

Jewish

For information, contact Chaplain (Lt. Col.) Avi Weiss, avi.weiss@korea. army.mil, 723-6707

For information, contact Chaplain (Lt. Col.) Avi Weiss, avi.weiss@korea. army.mil, 723-6707

Catholic Services

Mass Sunday 0800 1130 Saturday 1700 Mon/Thur/Fri 1205 Tues/Wed 1205 1st Sat. 0900

Collective Protestant Sunday Gospel Contemporary

Mass Daily Sunday

Area IV Worship Schedule Protestant Services

Protestant Services

0800 0930 0930 1000 1030 1100

Jewish Services

1830

Area III Worship Schedule

Area II Worship Schedule Protestant Services

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South Post Chapel Memorial Chapel Memorial Chapel Memorial Chapel Brian Allgood Hospital Chapel Memorial Chapel South Post Chapel



The Command Chaplain’s Office is here to perform, provide, or coordinate total religious support to the United Nations Command, U.S. Forces Korea and Eighth U.S. Army Servicemembers, their families and authorized civilians across the full spectrum of operations from armistice to war. Visit the U.S. Forces Korea Religious Support site at: www.usfk.mil/org/FKCH/Index.html?/org/FKCH/Contents/mission.htm for helpful links and information

Korea-wide Army chaplain points of contact USAG-Yongsan Chaplains

USAG-Humphreys Chaplains

USAG-Red Cloud/Casey

USAG-Daegu Chaplains

Chaplain (Lt. Col.) David B. Crary: [email protected], 738-3009

Chaplain (Maj.) Klon K. Kitchen, Jr.: [email protected], 753-7274

2ID Chaplain (Lt. Col.) Richard Spencer: [email protected], 732-7998

Chaplain (Maj.) Eddie Kinley: [email protected], 764-5455

Chaplain (Maj.) Adolph G. DuBose: [email protected], 738-4043

Chaplain (Maj.) James E. O’Neal: [email protected] , 753-7276

Red Cloud Chaplain (Maj.) Fredrick Garcia: [email protected], 732-6169

Chaplain (Maj.) Edward Martin: [email protected], 765-8004

Chaplain (Maj.) Leo Mora Jr.: [email protected], 736-3018

Chaplain (Capt.) Anthony Flores: [email protected], 753-7042

Red Cloud Chaplain (Capt.) Mario Rosario: [email protected],

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FEATURE

THE MORNING CALM

Friday night, fright night!

Return to Spooky Hallow at USAG-Humphreys By Ken Hall USAG-Humphreys Public Affairs USAG-HUMPHREYS — One of the largest-ever Halloween events at U.S. Army Garrison Humphreys drew enthusiastic Korean and American crowds to the Independence Park area Oct. 31. Kicking-off the 2008 Return to Spooky Hallow was a Halloween-themed, paper mache craft making event for Korean and American children. The Gyeonggi Province and Korean-American Good Neighbor Society joined with USAG-Humphreys to bring together Korean and American children and their families in a cultural exchange during this traditional American holiday. After Korean and American children made paper mache Halloween pumpkins, and Korean paper mache ancient warrior masks, the Return to Spooky Hallow event moved into full-swing in the USAG-Humphreys Strike Zone parking lot with T-shirt and small gift giveaways, and various forms of Halloween-themed live entertainment, displays, and haunted houses. Spooky Hallow goers appeared in many different types of costumes, ranging from traditional movie monsters to original face paint artwork. To download high-resolution versions of these photos, visit www.flickr.com/imcomkorea. — U.S. Army photo by Peter Yu

Korean Halloween-goers stop to size up an American Soldier’s elaborate skull costume. — U.S. Army photo by Pfc. Kim, Hyung Joon

Hundreds of Koreans toured the many displays created by USAG-Humphreys area units. — U.S. Army photo by Ken Hall

Koreans and Americans celebrate Halloween together, a traditional American holiday. — U.S. Army photo by Peter Yu

Korean and American children craft papier mache pumpkins during Return to Spooky Hallow. — U.S. Army photo by Ken Hall

A Korean child reaches out in curiosity to greet an American Soldier in costume. More than 1,500 Koreans and Americans trick-or-treated at more than a dozen haunted house and traditional Halloween displays. — U.S. Army photo by Pfc. Kim, Hyung Joon

NEWS

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FOCUS ONON FITNESS FOCUS FITNESS With Randy Behr THIS WEEK’S TOPIC: How to do a proper push-up Plan to improve your push-up performance and ace the push–up portion of the physical training test. First, I want to explain how to accomplish a correct push–up for safety purposes and for maximum effort. Before, we start a push-up, it is wise to find a level surface to execute a push-up, because an uneven surface will create undue stress on one side of the body and ultimately lead to injury. First, lay on the ground stomach down, hands at nipple level approximately shoulder width apart with your fingers spread wide. Avoid a spreading your hands too far apart, because this puts more pressure on the rotator cuff. If the push-up is performed correctly (with the ‘down’ position almost on the ground) the wide grip makes it more difficult. By staying fairly narrow, or at least shoulder-width, it puts the pressure on the chest and back, two major muscles which allow for greater force. Greater force equals greater repetitions. Now, extend your arms so your entire body is off the ground

and your toes are firmly planted on the ground. Then, tighten up the entire body, especially the core and gluteus region. This will give you an advantage and allow you to accomplish a few more push–ups. That is why I always reinforce how important the core is (not just abdominal muscles). Everything begins with the core, specifically with a muscle called the transverse abdominal, commonly referred to as the TA. Any movement the body makes originates here, whether you’re standing, running, jumping or simply pushing a broom. Remember this when you train. We are now ready to complete the downward portion. Moderately lower yourself almost all the way to the ground. In the “old days,” a workout partner would put their fist on the ground under your chest. This is still a great technique, but the Army does not require this. Remember to maintain a breathing pattern. Inhale on the way down and exhale on the way up. See you in gym!

Randy Behr

Area I community runs to fight cancer By Sgt. 1st Class Rhonda M. Lawson 2ID Public Affairs At any glance, he seems to be the picture of health. A non-smoker, he works out regularly, and has served three times as a company first sergeant. The 43-year-old Soldier even routinely attends his Periodic Health Assessments without fail. He attended his last PHA about a month ago as he prepared for his permanent change of station to Fort Campbell, Ky. Unfortunately, this appointment would reveal some startling news: there was a mass in his throat. The mass was later discovered to be thyroid cancer. “I had no symptoms,” said Master Sgt. Glen Franklin, former first sergeant for Headquarters and Headquarters Company, Division Special Troops Battalion. “I always did my PHAs, and that’s how they found it.” He shared the news with HHC Oct. 23 just before his change-of-responsibility ceremony. It came as a shock to many who stood in his ranks. However, instead of feeling sorry, many decided to do something for him. They immediately went to work, and in a week’s time, organized the Fight Cancer Tonight 5K Walk/Run. “We wanted to have a good send off for him,” explained event organizer Capt. Alex Glade, commander of Franklin’s former unit, the Warrior Replacement Company. “We also found that there were a percentage

Master Sgt. Glen Franklin, former first sergeant for Headquarters and Headquarters Company, Division Special Troops Battalion, shares a laugh with Soldiers during the Fight Cancer Tonight 5K Walk/Run on USAG-Red Cloud Oct. 29. Download a high-resolution version of this photo at www.flickr.com/imcomkorea. — U.S. Army photo courtesy of 2ID Public Affairs of people in the company who deal directly or indirectly with cancer.” “It was a big project for us,” said Pfc. Desire Fortune, a WRC personnel specialist and Camp Stanley president of Better Opportunities for Single Servicemembers. “This was our first time putting on a 5K by ourselves. We worked until midnight one night.” The event drew more than 200 participants, including Gyeonggi Province Vice Governor Seo, Hyo Won, who helped

lead off the event. Other runners came from around the battalion, and as far as Camps Stanley and Casey. “They wanted to come out and support,” said Capt. Kimberly Nelson, commander of Headquarters and Headquarters Detachment, USAG-Casey, who brought out a team of 20 Soldiers. She added that the team volunteered to run after participating in another 5K run the week prior, which supported the Division’s Drug-Free Week. “Both events support great causes that we

all should be aware of. We’re glad to be out here.” For others, participating in the run had an even deeper meaning. “He was my first sergeant, and he mentored me while he was here,” said Pfc. Severo Verdugo, a personnel specialist and guidon-bearer with HHC, DSTB. “He’s going to be missed. He’s just a great guy and I wanted to support him.” Franklin, who served as master of ceremony for the event, gave an emotional thanks to the runners and organizers, and encouraged them all to keep up with their PHAs. “I’m healthy; they caught it early. The Army changed their PHAs from every five years to yearly,” he explained. “If they hadn’t, who knows how far the cancer would have spread?” “We can’t predict if ourselves or our Family members will get cancer,” Glade said during the opening ceremony. “It’s important to stay as healthy as possible. One way is to be physically fit.” Franklin has taken this sentiment to heart. He said he plans to have surgery to have the mass removed once he returns the States, and will later run a marathon. “It will be to benefit cancer research,” said Franklin, who said he’s always donated to cancer research. “I want to be a spokesman for people with cancer.” As for retirement, he said cancer will not be a setback to his 23-year career. “I plan to stay until I wake up one day and say I’m tired,” he said.

Operation Rising Star: Vote for the top military singing talent online One semi–finalist from USAG-Red Cloud By William Bradner FMWRC Public Affairs Next week twelve Operation Rising Star semi-finalists will take the stage to compete for bragging rights as the

military’s best singing talent. The public is invited to participate in the final rounds of competition, taking place Nov. 12-14 at the Wallace Theater on Fort Belvoir, Va., by joining the live audience at the theater or voting online. All twelve competitors will

perform Wednesday, Nov. 12, from 8:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. The celebrity judges will narrow the field to six, who will perform a 90-second song with a live band Thursday, November 13, from 12:30-2:20 p.m. during a 60-minute live-to-satellite show. The winner and runners up will be selected by a combination of votes from the

celebrity judges, live audience, and online voters. Log on to www.OpRisingStar.com to view the performances and vote via the internet. The voting window will be open from 2:30 p.m. Thursday until 10 a.m. Friday. A 30-minute live-to-satellite show on the Pentagon Channel will air at 1 p.m. Nov. 14, revealing the winners.

AREA III

NOVEMBER 7, 2008

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Soldiers train to provided advance first aid, lifesaving procedures By Sgt. 1st Class Krishna M. Gamble 2nd Combat Aviation Brigade Public Affairs USAG-HUMPHREYS – Medical personnel are not always immediately available when an incident occurs on the battlefield or in a training area, but nonmedical Soldiers who are trained to provide emergency medical care can prevent a Soldier from dying of wounds. The combat lifesaver course is designed to teach Soldiers those essential first aid steps. “Medics are always going to be around so Soldiers need to understand and react to injuries regardless of what’s going on [around them],” said Sgt. Tiperia Reed, medic, 4th Battalion 2nd Aviation Regiment, 2nd Combat Aviation Brigade. Reed applied her seven years of military experience and medical training to help fellow medics, Pvt. Joey Radford and Pfc. Timothy Seabourne to teach 24 Soldiers the basic skills of a combat life saver. The four day class instructed Soldiers on tactical combat casualty care, getting and receiving intravenous fluid and calling in for medical evacuation. “I need this training because you never know when you encounter a situation when you have to help out your buddy,” said Pfc. Bobby Brittian, Company B, 602nd Aviation Support Battalion, 2nd CAB. Spc. Cotey Lapierre, Bravo Company, 602nd ABS said the training should be mandatory. “It’s training everybody needs and everybody knew what we now know,” he said.

Pvt. Francis Scali, Alpha Company, 602nd Aviation Support Battalion opens the clothing of simulated casualty Spc. Johnathan Soto, Co. A, 602d ASB to check for injuries. View this photo at www.flickr.com/imcomkorea. — U.S. Army photo by Sgt. 1st Class Krishna M. Gamble On the final day, Soldiers applied all they learned to treat an injured Soldier on a simulated battlefield. “This is where they can put what they have learned to the test so when they actually got to combat, they will know what to do,” said Radford.

Optimism was high throughout the training event, and Soldiers took valued skills away with them that could someday make a difference to the Soldier on their left, or the Soldier on their right. “The more practice I get, the more comfortable I will be,” said Pfc. Brandon

Williams, Bravo Company 602nd ASB. “This training is critical and I think if I am ever in a situation [where my battle buddy is down] I will know what to do,” said Pfc. Joshua Nelson, Co. B, 602nd ASB. The CLS class is offered each month to all 2CAB Soldiers and all Soldiers stationed at USAG-Humphreys.

Community members say what Veterans Day means to them

Sgt. Robert Rock, Lexington, Ky. E Company, 4-2 Aviation Regiment “Prior to joining the military, it was just another holiday. Once I joined, I started to understand how this life exists. To me, I’ve learned there’s a lot of history, a lot more respect for veterans and I think we need to do more for our veterans. The celebration (of Veterans Day) is neat because it reminds the average American, who may not have service members in their Family, that there are people out there long after a war that we need to remember.

Staff Sgt. Euthressa Foye, Detroit, Mich. 61st Maintenance Company “Pride. History. Our background. Veterans are the Soldiers before us and we’re trying to keep the pride up for them.”

Staff Sgt. Robert Walton Jr., Deadwood, S.D. D Company, 4-2 Aviation Regiment

Mr. Jim Shultz, Santa Teresa, N.M. Vietnam Veteran

“It’s a day to recognize those that have given sacrifices for this country and to their Families. While the sacrifices may not be with their lives, it’s a sacrifice of a part of their lives. Veterans are willing to spend time away from their Families and risk their lives. They do these things not as a job, but as something they believe in which is our Nation.”

“I think it means a lot of things. To me, now particularly, veterans are no longer looked down upon and they’re treated better than they have been in the past. I think we (veterans) should be proud of what we did. Hopefully people will understand what we have done and what we are doing. It’s important that we try are re-instill pride into our country, our Soldiers and ourselves and Veterans Day is a way to do that. Veterans Day is very important and I’m proud of what I did and I’d do it again.”

Warrant Officer 1 Stacie Brown, San Antonio, Texas 348th Quartermaster Company

Mrs. Hope Tonya Randall, Florida Family Member

“I come from a long line of military heritage – my father, sister, nephew and husband have all served. Veterans Day is about remembrance and it means a lot to me. It’s about our service to our nation.”

“I really don’t have an opinion on Veterans Day. It doesn’t seem to mean what it used to, but it’s great to have a day off and I’m glad my husband is alive and that I get to spend time with him.”

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News & Notes Family Readiness Center Grand Opening Join ACS on November 7 from 1:30 p.m. until 2:30 p.m. at Bldg. 1127 for a ribbon-cutting, tours and cake as we celebrate the opening of another facility to serve our military families. The Family Readiness Center will provide the community with classes such as cooking, sewing, and Army Family Team Building. For more information call DSN 753-8401. Great American Smokeout GASO Information Booths November 18 at Humphreys American School 10:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. November 19 at Camp Long Dining Facility 11 a.m.-1 p.m. November 20 at USAG Humphreys: Super Gym 6 a.m.-8 a.m. AAFES PX Lobby 11:30 a.m.-1 p.m. Community Activity Center 11:30 a.m.-1 p.m. “Go Cold Turkey” item ($1 off) at MacGregor’s Market on November 20 Tobacco cessation classes on November 5 and 12; November 26 and December 3 New Humphreys Flickr Website Want to get copies of photos of a community event? It’s easy now that U.S. Army Garrison Humphreys has its own Flickr photo-sharing webpage. To view or download your own highresolution images of community events go to: http://www.flickr.com/photos/usaghumphreys. USAG-Humphreys Public Affairs Office will post images weekly so check back often. Call 754-8598 for additional information. Turkey Shoot-out Morale, Welfare, and Recreation is hosting a two-day softball event from November 15 until 16. There will be a four-game guarantee for all teams. The competition will be limited to 12 men’s teams and five women’s teams. Entry fee is $110 per team. For more information contact via email: [email protected] or call: DSN 753-8810/8801. Office 2007 Training The AREA III DOIM is offering classes on MS Office 2007 for the AREA III community. The course, offered in English and Korean, will feature the Getting Started Tutorials, basic changes, and links to other training websites. The training will familiarize functional users with MS Office 2007. Where: Bldg 1272 DOIM Class Room When: Mon-Fri 1300-1500 POC: Will Murdock at 754-3608 or [email protected] Homeschooling Mom’s Get-Together Sponsored by USAG-Humphreys Chaplain’s Office every 2nd Monday of the Month 6:30 - 8 p.m. Family Housing (Humphreys) Bldg. 510, Apt. 108 Contact Elisabeth Townley at 0103144-0352 or via e-mail at elisabethtownley@ yahoo.com for more info. Update from the Immunization Clinic Children younger than five years will need a well child doctor’s appointment to get their immunizations ordered. Children five years and older can get immunizations reviewed and updated by the immunization clinic without a doctor’s appointment. All children who need a PPD or Hepatitis A booster can check-in to the immunization clinic without a doctor’s appointment. For more info call 753-7658.

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Results are in: Humphreys American School students hold election By Ken Hall USAG-Humphreys Public Affairs USAG-HUMPHREYS – As millions of Americans lined up to vote, students at Humphreys American School also turned out in full support to vote for candidates for their own Student Council leadership. HAS faculty encouraged their students to get involved in the school election process, which featured campaign-style speeches from fourth and fifth grade candidates. HAS first grade teacher Michele Cole mentored the candidates through the speech creation process, rehearsing their presentations during the week leading up to the Student Council election on “Super Tuesday,” Nov. 4. “They gave their final speeches to HAS students during lunch in the cafeteria on Monday, Nov. 3,” she said. “The goal of the HAS student election was to teach basic voter practices and the election process through story writing about what an election is, what a candidate is and what a voter is. Many of the teachers used the election as a learning tool for their classroom; teaching election-style vocabulary, the process of voting and the function of government.” The HAS Student Council planned for the election to be on the actual U.S. Presidential Election day. “This is the best way to get the most educational impact out of it,” said Cole. “There was a good turn-out to vote, and the students were well-prepared. The students during both lunches listened attentively to all the speeches. The second lunch with the older children heralded rounds of applause and cheers.” Media reports predict more than $1 billion will be spent to finance this year’s presidential campaign as candidates jockeyed for months to buy as much television, radio, print and Web advertising time as possible to get their campaign message home to the American voters. The day-to-day routine of elementary

Humphreys American School student Raquel Swickard casts her vote during the HAS Student Council elections Nov. 4. — U.S. Army photo by Ken Hall school learning left few opportunities for community causes and see democracy in student candidates to present their campaign action. While representing HAS, the student speeches, and win the hearts and minds of leaders gain responsibility, increased pride the students they wanted to represent. But in their school and an overall awareness of there may be no better candidate to earn events at a local and international level. an elementary school students vote than After experiencing the election process another elementary student. and everything involved, HAS students “Many of the younger students made had to wait until Nov. 5 to learn if their comments today at the polls that they candidates won or lost. knew who their candidate was because they And the winners for the 2008-2009 HAS recognized them from the speeches the day Student Council election are: before,” said Cole. Cole said she hopes that the students President: Kayla Hood will gain a real-life connection between the Vice President: Ashton Harlan voting that happened in their school Nov. Secretary: Kianna Snape 4, and the voting that takes place for adults Historian: Andy Horton for local, state and federal government PTSO Representative: Andres Reta elections. Mr. Leavitt’s Class Representative: “I want them to realize that their voice Diamond Lowe counts and their opinion matters,” she said. Ms. Shoff’s Class Representative: Annie “Hopefully, this election process is just the Moore beginning for the student body at HAS to Mrs. Milner’s Class Representative: see a government in action.” Yamileth Humphrey The HAS Student Council offers Mrs. Perez’s Class Representative: Reesah third, fourth, and fifth grade students Robinson the opportunity to actively participate in Mrs. Patterson’s Class Representative: school-wide initiatives, lend their hands to John Stadler

Osan DeCA Commissary reaches out to Soldiers in Suwon By Bob Frace Suwon Recreation Manager

Osan air base – Soldiers of the 3-2 ADA got a chance to experience the first ever all day Commissary Off Site Sale and shopping event hosted by the Osan DeCA Commissary on Saturday. Osan Commissary Manager Steve Peterson, Dennis Russo, Assistant Manager, Gina Frace, Customer Service and Better Opportunity for Single Soldiers partnered together to bring the Commissary to Suwon Air Base for the first time as part of their Outreach Program and to show the support for the Single Soldiers. Over 250 Soldiers and Civilians had the opportunity to shop and enjoy the many pleasures other communities take for granted on their installations. Soldiers of the 3-2 ADA Battalion in Suwon must travel one hour on the bus to get to Osan to shop at the commissary and then return with all their packages. Russo explained that “this was a great opportunity to reach out to the community in Suwon and provide them the service they requested. The commissary and the BOSS program had conducted a meeting prior and asked for support in Suwon. BOSS conducted surveys as to what Soldiers wanted and the Commissary came in first class to full the needs of the Soldiers. 3-2 ADA Battalion Command Sergeant Major Bryan A. Pinkney welcomed the commissary and thanked the many folks who put this together. As he stated “this is going the extra mile to support the troops and DeCa Commissary did it right”.

Pfc. Sarah Williamson and Spc. William Mam both of C 3-2 ADA were the first-ever customers to take advantage of the opportunity to shop at their home base of Suwon. They filled their shopping cart with items they needed and were very thankful for the Commissary coming out to support them. — U.S. Army photo by Ray Nichols, Jr.

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Making friends during Family-to-Family Friendship Day By Ken Hall USAG-Humphreys Public Affairs USAG-HUMPHREYS – Exchanging Korean and American cultures was the theme of the first-ever Korean and American Family-to-Family Friendship Day, at Buyong Elementary School near here Nov. 1. The day-long event included traditional Korean clay mask making, group dancing contests, and a live circus-style juggling act. Korean Families teamed with American Families and competed for points and gift certificates during the dancing contests. But there was also an entertaining challenge at the person-to-person level. “I could see that we were eager to tell each other things but just really didn’t know how,” said Larry Collette, USAG-Humphreys Internet Manager. “We eventually found basic sign language, like ‘thumbs-up’ or ‘high fives’ to be the easiest method of communication.” Collette said seeing the enjoyment expressed in each other’s faces while sharing the experiences during clay mask crafting, meals and physical events was more than enough to understand what we were trying to say. “Participating in the Family-to-Family event will bring new appreciation and understanding of what similarities we actually have despite living in completely

Korean and American Families share bibimbop, a mixture of rice and vegetables during Familyto-Family Friendship Day at Buyong Elementary School, Gaeksari, Nov. 1. View this photo at www.flickr.com/imcomkorea. — U.S. Army photo by Peter Yu different countries and cultures,” he said. “I think every American should participate in this sort of event at least once while in Korea.” At the end of the event, the families exchanged gifts and post cards. “We have never experienced a Korean gift exchange and didn’t know what to really expect,” said Collette. “We received a kitchen apron and slippers from one Korean family and figurines from another. We exchanged post cards and addresses and hopefully will be able to use that to make

future plans to spend more time together as a family.” Collette said more American Soldiers and their Families should make the effort to go out and make the best of things while being in Korea. “As the U.S. military allows more and more families to come to Korea, experiences such as this can give the Korean people a completely different and more positive outlook towards Americans being in their country,” he said. “I think the event went very well,” said

Cho Mi-jung, Pyeongtaek Development Support Division, Gyeonggi Province. “The Korean parents were very happy to have their children interact with American children and work on their English speaking skills.” Cho said the Korean families had heard about American Families living in Gyeonggi Province, but didn’t have a way to meet and talk with Families of American Soldiers serving in Korea. “I received good feedback from the Korean families and we are planning to have another event like this one next year,” she said. “Our goal for the event was to learn about each others’ cultures and customs and just as important – to make many new friends,” said USAG-Humphreys commander Col. John E. Dumoulin as he greeted all the families. “This is what events like this one are all about – to learn just how alike we are in so many different ways. This is a great chance for all our families to get together and have a great time.” During the event, there was a surprise visit from the mayor of Pyeongtaek. “I’m very happy this event happened for us in our area,” said Mayor Song Myeongho. “It will be really great for Korean and American mutual understanding and to further build the Korean American alliance at the family level.”

Manchus turn giant killers in Eighth Army Flag Football Finals By Mike Mooney USAG-Humphreys MWR USAG-HUMPHREYS – They call themselves the “Manchus” but after what they accomplished here in the Eighth Army Flag Football Tournament, it might be time to pick a new nickname. Maybe the “Jacks” (of Jack and the Beanstalk Fame) or the “Davids” (if you want to get Biblical) or, maybe just plain “Giant Killer” will do. Whatever you want to call them, Headquarters Company, 2nd Battalion 9th Infantry, Camp Casey will be called “Champs” after knocking off three numberone seeds on their way through the Eighth Army Flag Football Tournament. In the finals, they topped the Go-Getters of the 41st Signal Company from Yongsan, 22-14, to capture the Eighth Army crown in the three-day tournament played on the field turf of USAG-Humphreys Soldier Field, Oct. 30 – Nov. 2. Although a Most Valuable Player isn’t named in the Eighth Army Tournament, if they had, Spc. Devin Monroe would have probably been the hands-down winner. He opened the championship contest scoring on a 34-yard run with the game just a minute-and-a-half old, threw a 23-yard pass to Pfc. Herschel Davis halfway through the second half and threw two extra point passes to Davis. Monroe had another 22yard scoring pass at the end of the first half, but it was called back on an illegal block. It was a long road for the Manchus, who just barely made the Camp Casey Playoffs as the number three seed and then fell to Headquarters, 1st Battalion 72nd Field

Spectacular catches and runs were all part of the fun as the top eight teams in Korea gathered for the Eighth Army Flag Football Championships this past weekend. The Manchus of 2/9 Infantry at Camp Casey won the coveted title at Soldier Field, USAG-Humphreys. To download this photo, visit www.flickr.com/imcomkorea. — U.S. Army photo by Mike Mooney Artillery in the Area I finals. Fortunately for game, the Manchus were down and headed the Manchus, the top two teams in each area for the Loser’s Bracket. qualify for the championship tournament “That opening game set the stage for the but, a number two seed is forced to play a rest of the tournament,” Monroe said. “But number one seed in the opening round. that’s the way we’ve been ever since the start That meant a date with the Area III of the tournaments.” Champion Half Attack (1/2 Aviation of The Manchus won that opener 34-30 Wonju) in the opening round. And, with and advanced to the second round and a less than a minute remaining in that opening date with 293rd Signal Company out of

Area IV – another No. 2 Seed winner in the opening round. That No. 1 Seed was 41st Signal, who would fight through the Loser’s Bracket to make the Finals. Camp Casey won, 28-24, and advanced to the Winner’s Bracket Finals against a well-known foe and a team that was a perfect 4-for-4 against them in the regular season and Area I Finals. “We knew it was going to be a tough game (against Area I Champion Headquarters, 1-72nd Artillery), but we were ready,” said coach Sgt. 1st Class Oscar Holt. “We’ve improved a lot since the regular season and the big reason is that I told people to shut up or sit down. We had too many people trying to direct traffic.” Throughout Area I and throughout this tournament, Holt said only three people have been giving directions – the quarterback, the defensive captain and himself and Holt added that having three voices directing made all the difference. The Manchus defeated another number one seed, 32-30, advancing to the championship game. The 1-72nd Artillerymen had to wait and see who they would play in the Loser’s Bracket Finals in order to earn another shot at the Manchus. The Go-Getters defeated 1st Battalion 2nd Combat Aviation Brigade, 38-20; 501st Signal Brigade, 36-30; and gained a victory against 293rd Signal, 30-0. The Go-Getters nipped 1-72nd Artillery, 22-20, to advance to the Championship and a date with the Jacks, Davids, Giant Killers or Manchus – whatever you want to call them – as long as it’s Eighth Army Champions.

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Better Opportunities for Single Soldiers celebrates 19th birthday, spooks Daegu community with Haunted House

HHC, USAG-Daegu Soldiers(from left), Staff Sgt. Jerome Yearby, Pvt. Hyo-joon Bae, Spc. Troy Escomiendo, Pvt. In-tae Jung and Spc. Michael H. Shelton are dressed up in scary costumes for the Haunted House event hosted by Better Opportunities for Single Soldiers, Oct. 31. View and download this photo at www.flickr/imcomkorea. – U.S. Army Photos by Kwon, Min-seok By Kwon, Min-seok USAG-Daegu Public Affairs CAMP WALKER – Oct. 31, Better Opportunities for Single Soldiers held its 19th birthday party in front of Bldg. 330 on United States Army Garrison Daegu’s Camp Walker. The BOSS birthday party was definitely a “better opportunity” than any other events at the installation that day for Single Soldiers and Soldiers geographically separated from their families to honor BOSS and make sure that the tie between themselves remains as strong as when it was founded in 1989. 19 years ago, Single Soldiers gathered to make a group and named it BOSS in order to enhance the quality of their life by planning, assisting in and carrying out

not only their recreation and leisure events but also to make improvements at the installation and give back to the community through community service. The cake cutting ceremony to celebrate BOSS’ 19th anniversary was led by the youngest Soldier among the participants, together with USAG-Daegu Garrison’ Commander, Col. Michael P. Saulnier and Command Sergeant Major, Cmd. Sgt. Maj. David R. Abbott. “I am happy to be a part of the BOSS organization and see that the organization is truly with us. And helping cut the cake was pretty fun…making people laugh at a good time,” said Pfc. Michael Simonsen, 16th Medical Logistics BN, the youngest Soldier participating in the celebration party. After the cake cutting ceremony, all

the attendees who gathered to honor BOSS spent a good time having intimate conversations with each other, enjoying free snacks and barbecued hamburgers courtesy of the BOSS program. The birthday celebration party was followed by the BOSS Haunted House from 6 - 9 p.m. As part of giving back to the community, BOSS has been running the Haunted House every Halloween for many years. This year’s Halloween was not an exception, as BOSS efforts to bring the community together with a joyful Halloween spirit were complemented by its 19th birthday celebration party. It was a great way to let people involved have so much fun and feel the Halloween atmosphere here in the American community in Daegu, Korea. “It was a little scary but mostly I

had so much fun for a good time,” said Daegu American School 11th grade student Takayuki McDougal, “The scariest moment was when they popped up out of nowhere right in front of me, trying to grab candy.” But the frightful characters and mayhem within the haunted halls were scary enough for many young children. “It was so funny for me but my son was so scared that he ran out of it [the room],” said Johnny Garcia, 16th Medical Logistics Medical Maintenance 1st Sgt. “That’s why we had to leave early.” These two BOSS events were supported by efforts from many parts of the community. “Thanks to Family Morale, Welfare and Recreation Marketing, PAO and AFN, we were able to get the word out about these great events,” said Sgt. Aleshia Fenner, BOSS coordinator. “Our local AAFES donated pizzas to feed our volunteers during the setup period and the Fire Department and Safety made sure everything was safe for you and your family.” Fenner added that none of it would have been possible without the motivated and dedicated group at FMWR, Abbott and BOSS representatives strongly backed by a chain of command that believes in the BOSS program. She didn’t forget to give the most special thanks to the Soldiers for supporting the BOSS program. With the enormous amount of support from the community, BOSS has every intention of showing the Daegu community a frightfully good time again next year - and adding another candle to the cake for BOSS’s 20th anniversary party. “We will meet here next year and cut the cake with a big ‘two zero’ on it…with a BOSS program that is stronger and betterpositioned than it was,” said Abbott. The BOSS program has been making efforts to fulfill the needs of Single and unaccompanied Soldiers for 19 years on the Korean peninsula. To get involved with BOSS and make a positive difference in the lives of Soldiers and the Daegu community, contact Sgt. Fenner at 764- 4426.

Holiday mailing deadlines & post office hours announced Your postal personnel wish you a joyful holiday season and remind you to mail early. There are specific holiday mailing dates and post office hours to be aware of. Personnel who want their families and friends in the United States to receive letters and parcels from Korea before Christmas should keep in mind the following deadlines : Dec.1 Dec.1 Dec.8 Dec.8 Dec.19

SAM parcels PAL parcels Priority parcels First-class letters, cards Express mail

USAG-Daegu’s post offices at Camps Walker and Carroll will extend their operating hours from Dec. 1 - 19 as follows for the holiday season: Pfc. Michael Simonsen (center), 16th Medical Logistics BN, the youngest Soldier among the participants at the Better Opportunities for Single Soldiers organization’s 19th anniversary celebration Oct. 31, is flanked by USAG-Daegu Command Sgt. Maj. David R. Abbott and Garrison Commander, Col. Michael P. Saulnier as they cut the cake.

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News & Notes Community Mayoral Elections Votes for housing area mayors at Camps Walker & George are now being accepted. Only residents can participate. Votes will be collected Nov. 23. Ballot boxes are located at Army Community Service, the Post Exchange, Commissary and Daegu American School. For additional information contact LaVita Vincent at [email protected]. Retiree Appreciation Day USAG-Daegu’s Third Annual Retiree Appreciation Day takes place Saturday, Nov. 8 at Camp Walker’s Kelly Gym. All retirees and their family members are welcome, and can enjoy a free buffet lunch when the retiree registers upon arrival. Free medical services including blood pressure and cholesterol screenings, flu vaccine immunization and more, as well as a variety of health care information products will be provided. Representatives from the Veterans Affairs Office, TRICARE and the Retirement Services Office will also be present to answer questions and provide assistance. A prize raffle will also be held. For more information, contact Gary Duncan at 768-6052. Basketball International League The 2008-09 Company Level & Over 33 International Basketball League starts Nov. 17 at the Camp Carroll Sports Office (Bldg. 135). To register your team for the league, or for more details call 765-8287. Sexual Assault Support Group SASG is helping individuals who have had personal experience with sexual assault/abuse. It offers 12 sessions of group therapy. You can learn effective way of coping each Friday at 10 a.m. at Camp Walker’s Chapel Fellowship Hall. For more information, you can call Social Work Services at 764-5501. It’s Time to GIFT WRAP with TSA! You can raise money for your FRG (Family Readiness Group) or other organization and provide holiday help to your community. You should apply to gift wrap at the PX from Nov. 28- Dec. 25. Applications are available at the Apple Tree or call Kelly Gemin at 010-86717042 / [email protected] . The deadline for application is Nov. 15. USO Camp Walker Employment Opportunities Open positions are Center Manager, Duty Manager, ITT Specialist, Programs Coordinator, Administrative Assistant, Janitor/Custodian. For assistance or more information, contact the ACS Employment Readiness Program Manager at 768-7951. Visit www.flickr.com/imcomkorea to view and download high-resolution, color versions of your favorite photos from the Morning Calm Daegu news section.

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Daegu American School students create winning artwork for Red Ribbon Week

Red Ribbon Week Poster Contest winners gather under the Red Ribbon Week banner Oct. 30 at Daegu American School – U.S. Army Photo by Kim, Keun-kyo By Kim, Keun-kyo USAG-Daegu Public Affairs CAMP GEORGE – Daegu American School students held a poster contest during Red Ribbon Week, Oct. 18 - 26. Red Ribbon Week is the oldest and largest drug prevention campaign in the U.S. Almost 100 students entered their artwork, and sixteen entries were selected for awards and prizes. Doug Kelsey, Department of

Defense Dependent Schools - Korea interim superintendent, personally presented the winners with certificates and prizes at DAS, Oct. 30. The history of Red Ribbon Week is rooted in the murder of U.S. Drug Enforcement Administration agent Enrique Camarena in 1985. He was brutally tortured and murdered by drug traffickers for exposing their system and high level drug trafficking activities. “The Red Ribbon campaign is held each

fall, when schools and communities take initiative to ensure that everyone in the community is aware of the danger of drug use and the importance of drug prevention programs,” Kelsey explained. “I’m glad that I won,” first place winner, 9th grade student Erica Connors said. “My poster was about weighing life against drugs and that life is more important than drugs. I really think that everyone should participate in Red Ribbon Week. This event is important because I think that it would be better if more people participated for more awareness and it is good to let everyone know the [negative] effects of drugs and how drugs can affect life.” Second place went to Annie Blanton, third place to Maxx Hilton and fourth place to Morgan Baek. All entered posters were displayed at Camp Walker’s commissary, Oct. 24 – Nov. 3. “The purpose of having this event is to raise drug awareness for young people so they make healthy choices instead of using substances,” ASACS Counselor, Young-Hee Yoo said. Adolescent Substance Abuse Counseling Service and Army Substance Abuse Prevention coordinated all aspects of the Red Ribbon Week campaign at USAG-Daegu. “Kids go through a lot of changes trying to grow up and one of the things they do is experiment with substances because it feels very grown up, and they want to grow up faster than they need to sometimes. It’s important to have an event like this to get their attention and encourage them to think about choices they make that will affect them,” Yoo concluded.

Holiday season, drinking and driving don’t mix

By Ronald Inman USAG-Daegu Public Affairs

During the months from November to January, the holiday season is in full swing, and there are plenty of opportunities to celebrate. Unfortunately, this period of the year is also the highest for injury and death due to alcohol consumption. To prevent unnecessary tragedy during this time of celebration and joy, you can take simple but effective precautions to ensure that you and your loved ones remain happy and healthy during the upcoming holiday season and beyond. “People have to realize that when they consume alcohol, their judgment is impaired,” said Traffic Accident Investigations NCOIC, Sgt. Mark Garber. “They’re not only putting themselves at risk, but also the lives of everyone else on the street, too.” According to Garber, the key to eliminating driving under the influence of alcohol is being aware. As a general rule, if you have had alcohol, don’t drive. If you have any doubt that your ability to drive is affected, no matter how much time has elapsed, don’t drive. If you are tired, even if you haven’t consumed alcohol, don’t drive. The Battle Buddy system is critical to prevent DUI as well - not only for your friends, but anyone. If you see someone who appears intoxicated attempting to operate a vehicle, stop them before they start. If they will not listen, do not attempt to take matters into your own hands – contact local

authorities or Military Police. The emergency number off post any time is 119, if calling to on post from off post by cell phone, the number is 0505-764-5911. If calling from on post via DSN, the number is 911.

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36th Signal Soldiers disassemble their weapons under a time limit after range training , one of six training events they had to complete during the Mercury Challenge event at Camp Carroll, Oct. 31. Such events constitute the core of the U.S. Army’s Warrior Tasks and Drills training which prepare Soldiers for situations they may encounter on duty or while in combat. View this photo at www.flickr.com/imcomkorea. – U.S. Army Photo by Pvt. Lee, Dodam

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Soldiers, Waegwan citizens conduct community cleanup

in terms of encouraging mutual relations between Korea and United States,” said United States Army Garrison-Daegu Community Relations Specialist Chong,

By Pvt. Lee, Dodam USAG-Daegu Public Affairs CAMP CARROLL – Fall cleanup is as much a part of Army life as GI parties, head count and morning P.T. Soldiers from Camp Carroll ventured out into the town of Waegwan to conduct a community cleanup Oct. 30, joining local residents and volunteers from the Waegwan Rotary Club for the first time ever. The day’s cleanup assignment was to clear the sidewalks, starting at Camp Carroll’s Gate Four and work toward the Nakdong River. Soldiers and civilians were divided into two groups and took charge of each side of the sidewalk. The day began with volunteers receiving gloves, a sash from the Waegwan Rotary Club and vitamin drinks

to help them get energized. Participants picked up trash as they walked down the road using pick-up tongs. Korean and American Soldiers and civilians cooperated with one another and became friends. There were about 50 participants including 30 Soldiers and 20 local residents. “I feel somewhat special today,” said Pvt. Kim, Chang Hyun, KATUSA participant. “I have always wanted to contribute...to improve the community and build a good relationship (with) local residents. I met a lot of new people today and it was very fun to work with them.” After finishing up, it was clear to see that the group’s mutual efforts had made the community a better place to live for all. “Today’s event was very meaningful

Yong-Kon. “I am looking forward to next year, believing that it is going to be another great success like this year or even better.”

Safety Corner: Winter Driving 1. Prepare your vehicle • Check antifreeze, defroster, heater, lights, oil, tires, windshield washer fluid and wiper blades. • Have emergency supplies in your car: snow chains, blanket, jumper cables, first-aid kit, spare batteries, flashlight, ice scraper, sand/gravel, small shovel and a cellular phone.

Soldiers from Camp Carroll ventured out into the town of Waegwan to perform a community cleanup Oct. 30, partnering with local residents and volunteers from the Waegwan Rotary Club for the first time. – U.S. Army Photo by Pvt. Lee, Dodam

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2. Before you drive • Warm up your car for a few minutes before driving. • Clean the entire car – remove snow & ice from lights, bumpers, hood, trunk and roof of vehicle. • Make sure all of the vehicle’s lights are operational. • Test brakes. • Braking distance is increased due to conditions like rain, snow or ice. The stopping distance on ice is more than double that required for braking under normal conditions. 3. While driving • Follow vehicles at a safe distance. • Increase distance if you are driving in snow or on a snow-packed road. • Gently tap and release brake pedal in a pumping motion (Non anti-lock brake vehicles only.) • Vehicles with ABS/disk brakes should apply steady, gentle pressure

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to the pedal. • Do not pump ABS brakes. 4. Maintain SPACE • Speed - The #1 cause of winter driving accidents is driving too fast. • Patience and courtesy save lives. • Awareness of other vehicles and your environment is essential. • Concentration - the increased hazards of winter driving make this important. • Exit - Always leave yourself an out. 5. Safe Driving Skills • Skids – Steer in direction of skid. • As the vehicle comes out of the skid, straighten wheels or steer slightly in the opposite direction as necessary to maintain control of vehicle. • When stuck, watch out for other cars on the road! • Shovel the snow from the front & back of all wheels, spread sand, salt or kitty litter. • Try to ease out without spinning the wheels. • Keep wheels aligned straight until vehicle begins to move, steer as necessary. • Gently rock the vehicle by shifting between forward and reverse. If all else fails - CALL FOR HELP!

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Hallelujah Night: A fun, community Halloween alternative By Pvt. Park, Kyung-rock USAG-Daegu Public Affairs USAG-DAEGU– On the occasion of Halloween, Daegu’s chapels provided community children with a fun alternative to trick or treating by hosting a ‘Hallelujah Night’ at Camp George’s gym and Camp Carroll’s Chapel Annex. ‘Hallelujah Night’ was designed to celebrate Halloween in a fun Christian atmosphere, offering lots of games, food and music to kids. “The purpose of Hallelujah Night was to offer a safe and wholesome event for families during Halloween,” HHD, 36th Signal Battalion, Chaplain.(Capt.) Edward Choi said. “It was sponsored by the Camp Walker Chapel community.” On Camp George, hundreds of parents brought their kids to the gym and participated in various games including quizzes, ring toss, badminton and blindfold tag. Each game table provided candy for game winners, holding kids’ interest in the games. After various activities, a barbecue dinner was served to all participants, with

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consumed any alcohol, you can still be affected by fellow drivers who have. According to Daegu Korean National Police statistics, from Nov. – Jan. 2007, there were 403 DUI-related accidents, with 731 injuries and seven deaths in Daegu alone. That’s a sobering statistic. According to USAG-Daegu Department of Emergency Services’ Traffic Accident

Camp Walker’s contemporary service praise team performs gospel music for community members during ‘Hallelujah Night’, Oct. 31 – U.S. Army Photo by Pvt. Park, Kyung-rock lots of kids’ favorites for dessert, such as cotton candy and popcorn. While guests enjoyed food, Camp Walker’s contemporary service praise team performed gospel songs, creating a pleasant and holy atmosphere. Choi provided on invocation for the kids.

“Initially, we designed this event with an idea like, ‘Let’s do something really blessing our community. Let’s do something where everyone has a fun and safe time,” Choi said. “And Halloween was the right time for our decision. Fun and safety was the key

Investigations Office, between Nov. 1, 2007 – Jan. 3, 2008, there were six incidents of DUI (two of which resulted in injury) – two of which occurred on New Years’ Eve. There are many alternatives to DUI. Take a taxi. The phone number for taxis is 053-475-7900, or DSN 768-8624. Call a friend. Call anyone in your chain of command. If none of these work, don’t get in your car. Call the Military Police. This year, Operation Safe Ride will be

conducted on New Years’ Eve. If at any time Soldiers, civilians, contractors, their family members or any USAG-Daegu community member need a ride because they made the right decision not to drink and drive, they can call the Military Police at 7644141 (0505-764-4141 from off-post or via cell phone) and request a ride to their destination – even if it’s off-post, within a reasonable distance. If military police cannot provide transportation, they will

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for this event and that is why we held it at the school gym in the camp, which is a safe place for kids,” Choi said. “We had games, prizes, candy, food, and music which were lots of fun.” Staff, volunteers and community members seemed to enjoy their Halloween with a difference. “The day was very meaningful and I think that it was great to have such an event,” said USAG-Daegu Pvt. Choi, Yoo-seong. “Generally speaking, people usually get on the loose and indulge in escapades on Halloween but today people and kids spent their time in holy, healthy, community-oriented activities, while meanwhile, having fun,” Choi added. 300 people attended at Camp George, and 60 at Camp Carroll. “This is the first time hosting this event in USAG-Daegu, and I think we had a great success here, Choi said. “So many community members and kids showed up tonight. We would like to continue this meaningful event,” he concluded. assist you in getting home safely. It’s also a good idea to have contact phone numbers for your unit or organization programmed into your cell phone or on a piece of paper in your wallet or purse. Following these simple, practices can help the USAG-Daegu community truly “Make a Difference” during this holiday season and into the New Year. For information on DUI prevention or Operation Safe Ride, call Sgt. Garber at DSN 764-4304.

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