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FEBRUARY 3, 2012
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Linda Odierno, wife of Army Chief of Staff Gen. Raymond Odierno, discusses the facilities in the Brian Allgood Army Community Hospital with Maj. James Nolin of the ambulatory care clinic. U.S. Army photo by Staff Sgt. Cody Harding
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USAG-RED CLOUD Commander: Col. Hank Dodge Public Affairs Officer: Kevin Jackson Writer/Editor: Franklin Fisher Staff Writers: Spc. Mardicio Barrot, Pfc. Lee, Jae-gwang USAG-YONGSAN Commander: Col. William P. Huber Public Affairs Officer: Mark Abueg Command Information Officer: Jane Lee Layout Editor: Sgt. Hong Moo-sun Staff Writers: Staff Sgt. Cody Harding, Pfc. Choi Sung-il, Pfc. Han Samuel , USAG-HUMPHREYS Commander: Col. Joseph P. Moore Public Affairs Officer: Ed Johnson Command Information Officer: Steven Hoover Writer/Editor: Wayne Marlow Staff Writer: Pfc. Han Jae-ho USAG-DAEGU Commander: Col. Kathleen A. Gavle Public Affairs Officer: Philip Molter Command Information Officer: Mary Grimes Staff Writers: Pvt. Bang Bong-joo, Sgt. Kim Min-jae Interns: Park Min-jin, Lee Sae-mi,, Lee Seung-bin, Raven Calloway
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to-bake pizzas, lasagna, fully-cooked meatballs and buffalo chicken wings that you just heat and eat. Cold cuts and cheese, with macaroni or potato salad, is an easy-do, as well. Whatever you choose, arrange it nicely on a serving plate, tray or bowl, and your guests will be mighty impressed. For those who prefer serving something homemade, just make a trip to our website. Go to www.commissaries. com/kays_kitchen/healthy_cooking/ articles/kays_01_23_12.cfm to check out this weeks recipe collection for all your Super Bowl favorites, plus a few new, possibly healthier, choices. Be a smart shopper by purchasing ingredients at the commissary shop early for best selection. x
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Throughout February, DeCAs industry partners vendors, suppliers and brokers will host many in-store promotions and provide extra savings focused around Valentines Day. Overseas stores may have substitute events for certain promotional programs. Customers are asked to check their local commissary for the following super sales events: Valentines candy and special bakery items. Customers will find candy displays throughout the store. Also, Valentines heart designs adorn sweet treats in the bakery, as well as a variety of special-order cakes and cookies. Heart Healthy Month. During February, Quaker Oats will promote its Build a Heart Healthy Pantry sales event, where shoppers can earn a heart rate/pedometer to encourage them to fight heart disease by staying active. Soup sale. Customers will see displays of Progressos stand-up soup cans in the stores promoting greatly reduced pricing. ConAgra will also of-
fer discounts on their Healthy Choice soups. These promotions, celebrating National Canned Food Month, also include recipe books with $10 in coupons on various canned products. New-product sampling. Kraft Foods will set up food demonstrations and allow customers to sample a number of great new items including snacks, cheeses, Oscar Mayer products and beverages. Meal solution recipe cards and Try Me coupons will also be available. Year of the Dragon. La Choy Chinese food products and CTC Foods Company will offer savings on all their Oriental food items along with recipes for preparing Chinese food dinners at home. There is always something new for our customers at their commissary, Burns said. We do our best to offer our military shoppers the very best savings and product offerings worldwide which is why we say, Your commissary, its worth the trip. x
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The following entries were excerpted from the police blotters the previous week. These entries may be incomplete and do not imply guilt or innocence. Area I Larceny of AAFES property. The Subject was observed on closed circuit television removing one set of earphones from the headphone display and concealing it in the right sleeve of his sweatshirt at the Main PX of USAG-Casey. The subject exited the building without rendering proper payment. The subject was apprehended and transported to the Provost Marshal Office, where he was advised of his legal rights, which he waived rendering a written sworn statement admitting to the offense. The subject was processed and released to his unit. The stolen property was recovered and returned to AAFES. Area II Larceny of private property. The complainant notified the 112 emergency line of a larceny by three foreign nationals at a residence in Usandanro, Yongsan-gu, Seoul. Korean National Police were dispatched to the scene where they obtained CCTV footage revealing the incident. KNP located and confirmed the identity of two subjects, but the third subject is unknown. The two known subjects were apprehended and transported to the Yongsan Main KNP station where they were released into MP custody. Both subjects were transported to the USAG-Yongsan PMO where they were advised of their legal rights, which they both waived, rendering written sworn statements denying the offense. Simple assault, failure to obey general order, curfew violation, damage to private property. The subject and victim were involved in a verbal altercation which turned physical when the subject struck the hood of the victims taxi with a closed fist. The subject then struck the victim in the mouth with a closed fist. The subject was detained and transported to the Mapo KNP Station. The Subject was later released into MP custody and transported to the USAG-Yongsan PMO. Due to his level of intoxication, the subject was processed and released to his unit with instructions to report to the USAG-Yongsan PMO at a later time. Area IV Failure to obey general order (curfew violation). The subject was apprehended for a curfew violation. The subject was detained and transported to the USAG-Daegu Carroll PMO. The subject was processed and released to his unit.
Namsan Seoul Tower was built in 1969 as Koreas first integrated transmission tower beaming television and radio broadcasts across the capital. Since opening to the public in 1980, it has become a much-loved Seoul landmark. The towers main attractions include multi-colored digital art projected onto the tower at night, a digital observatory, a roof terrace, the Hancook restaurant and the Haneul (Sky) Restroom. Seoul Towers mountain surroundings on Namsan (South Mountain) have made it a popular place to unwind for locals and tourists alike. U.S. Army photo by Russell Wicke
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Mark Leeper said results from the study concluded about 70 to 75 percent of the solid waste generated by commissaries is convertible. This means, they can be diverted from the landfill and converted from waste to energy or used for compost, Leeper said. Furthermore, the results will be used to determine if the number of refuse containers at commissaries can be reduced. If so, this will decrease the amount of defense working capital funds being utilized for solid waste expenses. DeCA is not in this alone. Installations worldwide have the same goals, as they also have to reduce the waste stream under the DoD Strategic Sustainability Performance Plan. One of the things we are looking at is a gasification process where we can take compostables, put them through this process and end up with soil that can be used instead of fertilizer, Jeu said. If we could join forces with the base and the dining facilities, I think we could make this process mutually cost effective. Through actions related to the waste sorts, DeCA hopes to reduce the agencys carbon footprint and save operating funds, said Mike Dowling, acting deputy director, and chief operating officer. The cost of taking waste to landfills comes out of appropriated funds; so anything we do to save money is good for the taxpayer. It is good for our customers, and it makes us a good steward of our taxpayers money, Dowling added. Plus, we can use appropriated dollars for things that add value for our customers. x
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At Camp Casey Jan. 19, officers of the U.S. and South Korean armies sign a memorandum of agreement under which a Korean infantry unit will continue to help defend the Casey enclave in wartime or contingency. At the table are Lt. Col. Steven Finley, (left), commander, U.S. Army Garrison Casey, and Col. Kang Sin-woo, commander, 7th Mechanized Infantry Brigade. Standing, (right), is Chief Warrant Officer 2 Jean Augustin, force protection officer for USAG-Casey. U.S. Army photo by Pfc. Lee Jae-gwang
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Snipers in ghillie suits emerge from concealment during training at Montana Range in South Korea Dec. 20. The Soldiers are with 1st Battalion, 72nd Armor Regiment, 1st Brigade Combat Team, 2nd Infantry Division. They had just completed a stalk, in which they practice sneaking into position for a clear shot at targets, which on that day were two fellow-Soldiers from their unit who were positioned on a hilltop trying to spot enemy activity through binoculars. The snipers made it into position without ever being detected. U.S. Army photo by Sgt. 1st Class Brandon Aird
MONTANA RANGE Two Soldiers on a hill were scanning the valley one cold day last December. They were looking for any signs of movement in the tall brush that spanned the more than 700 meters in front of them. Somewhere out in that valley were six snipers. The snipers were crawling on hands and knees through foliage, inching their way forward. Snipers call it stalking. Their goal was to inch close enough to take a shot at the Soldiers on the hill. This was not Afghanistan but Montana Range in South Korea, and the Soldiers all of them were with 1st Battalion, 72nd Armor Regiment, 1st Brigade Combat Team, 2nd Infantry Division. They were taking part in their first winter stalk training at Montana Range, South Korea, Dec. 20. The whole goal of today is to sneak up on our platoon leader and sniper section sergeant without being seen and take two shots undetected, said Spc. Justin Owens. After we take the first shot the platoon leader holds up a sign and we identify the letters on the sign, which confirms we have eyes on target, he said. The sniper section looks to come out to Montana Range every other month for training, according to Sgt. Daniel Schroeter, sniper section sergeant. Many in the section are newly assigned. Four out of the six snipers are participating in their first stalk today,
during the stalk, Schroeter added. The snipers spent two days at Montana Range practicing stalking and shooting. At times its nice to get out with the boys and do some training, said Pfc. Cameron Tucker. I had a lot of fun and look forward to coming out here again. x
A sniper from the 2nd Infantry Divisions 1st Battalion, 72nd Armor Regiment, 1st Brigade Combat Team, in position during sniper training at Montana Range in South Korea Dec. 20. The Soldier is wearing a ghillie suit for added concealment on the battlefield. U.S. Army photo by Sgt. 1st Class Brandon Aird
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Cecil C. Bell, the Administrative Officer at K-16, delivers a food basket to an elderly woman living in Shinchon-dong near K-16, Jan. 19. - U.S. Army photo by Pfc. Samuel Han
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The nice thing about teamwork is that you always have others on your side. - Margaret Carty - U.S. Army photo by Yongsan Health Clinic By Harvey Hall hall.harvey@amedd.army.mil
YONGSAN GARRISON - Yongsan Health Clinic started a new screening program in July, 2011. The Re-Engineering Systems of Primary Care and Treatment in the Military (RESPECT-MIL) program is designed to screen service members, including KATUSAs, for depression and post traumatic stress disorder (PTSD). This program first started at Fort Bragg, North Carolina and is now present in 32 out of 37 Army posts, to include overseas locations in Europe and Korea. Since the programs inception in 2007, over 1.1 million visits were screened for depression and PTSD. About 13 percent of those visits were positive for either a possible depression and/or PTSD assessment. Of those who had positive screens, about 1 percent had a risk for suicide. Initial screening is provided by medics and nurses. The screening information is then presented to the primary care manager (PCM) who can determine if any treatment options are needed. Each case is individualized, confidential and assessed ac-
cording to the needs of the service member. A key feature of the program is telephonic interaction with a nurse care facilitator; Once a month and as needed calls with a trusted nurse advocate assists the service member with adherence to the treatment plan that was worked out with the service member and the PCM. The nurse communicates with the patient, PCM and Behavioral Health Specialists to maximize adherence and service member well-being. The goal of the program is remission. Currently, the screening process has yielded patients in the program who are progressing towards remission. Although the treatment plans vary for each individual, most patients respond within the first few months. The benefit of treatment from the PCM and monitoring from the Nurse Care Facilitator for the soldier is often far-reaching, impacting both the soldier and his/her loved ones. Lt. Col. Amal Chatila, the Yongsan Health Clinic Officer-In-Charge (OIC) and a Family Nurse Practitioner, highlights the key program features: an objective method of screening for depression and PTSD, the patient is treated by their PCM, and there is interaction with the nurse care facilitator. Without this additional screening, some service members may be experiencing signs and symptoms that may have been previously undetectable, or unnoticeable by even the service member. Finally, the Yongsan Health Clinic staff is committed to service members and their healthcare needs, and our team stands ready to make a positive difference, states LTC Chatila. The RESPECT-MIL program expects to expand throughout the Korean Peninsula in the coming year, as other military services intend to incorporate this program in the near future. For more information and questions, contact the RESPECT-MIL office at DSN 725-5119 or visit: http://www.pdhealth.mil/respect-mil/index.asp.x
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Anna Revere, USAG Yongsan Area II Equal Employment Opportunity director, and Stephen Brown, EEO specialist are having a discussion about the Workforce Recruitment Program in the Equal Employment Opportunity office, Jan. 20. - U.S. Army photo by Pvt. Lee Hyo-kang
The applicants are not the only ones who benefit from the program. Employers also learn a lot from the new additions to their team. It was really good to have a person who was from outside of the Military, said 1st Lt. Page Packer, G-1 Sexual Harassment and Assault Response and Prevention program manager for 8th Army Headquarters. She provided a whole different point of view on things by not only being disabled but also being outside of the Military. People in the Military get stuck by having certain mindset and certain way of doing things and she helped us create plans that were outside of the box. More information about the Workforce Recruitment Program is available on www.wrp.gov. The EEO office has recently moved to Building 4309, the old IMCOM IG building, located right behind Building 4305, the Yongsan Garrison Headquarters. Anna Revere, USAG Yongsan Area II EEO director, and Stephen Brown, EEO specialist, are available Monday through Friday, 8 am to 5 pm. Call 738-4215 for more information.x
NEW AREA II Gate Hours On Monday, Jan. 16, 2012, we implemented a few changes to the current gate hours of operation. Here are the three gates adjusting hours next week: Gate #3 (MARFOR-K Gate): 0500-2100 (7 Days a Week) Gate #4 (PX Gas Station Gate): 0600-2400 (7 Days a Week) Gate #19 (Camp Coiner Visitor Center Gate): 0500-2100 (7 Days a Week) Check out facebook.com/ youryongsan or yongsan.korea. army.mil for the complete list of gate hours effective Jan. 16.
Volunteer Host Families Needed Volunteer Host Families Needed: On February 10, CFC will host a visit by 200 Senior Korea Military Academy Cadets to Yongsan Garrison. During the visit, they will receive briefings and interact with our senior leadership. The final event for them is a familystyle dinner hosted by USFK Service member and civilian host volunteers. The dinner is a superb opportunity for our volunteer families to reciprocate the hospitality of our Korean host nation. Become ambassadors of USFK by volunteering to host these fine KMA cadets for a dinner and evening of fellowship. To volunteer contact LTC Fred Thornton at DSN: 723 5933/6164 or fredrick.l.thornton.mil@mail. mil.
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Yongsan volunteers wore red rubber gloves, plastic hats and vests as they helped make kimchi for needy Korean families Nov. 17, 2008.- U.S. Army photo by Lee Min-hwi
the early 17th century after the Japanese invaded Korea in 1592, it took about 200 years until it was actively used with Kimchi. Types of Kimchi differ from region to region, depending on weather conditions. Although the Korean Food Academy has categorized over 100 different types and distinct recipes, each family has its own separate recipe handed down from generations. Baechu Kimchi made by cabbages, Kkakdugi made by radishes, and Oi Kimchi made by fermented cucumbers are among the most popular side dishes in Korea. Kimchi has been scientifically proven to be highly nutritious and food experts have been introducing Kimchi abroad. Also, it has gradually gained popularity as well as high reputation among foreigners. Most ingredients of Kimchi are low in calories and sugar but contain huge amounts of fiber, multiple vitamins and minerals. Lactic acid bacteria produced in the process of fermentation restrains the growth of harmful bacteria in our intestines. In addition, Kimchi has been shown to help prevent severe adult diseases such as obesity, diabetes and various cancers. Currently, Kimchi is capturing worldwide attention particularly by fans in Japan, Taiwan and America. Our generation has begun recognizing Kimchi as one of the healthiest foods.x
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Id like to share information for expectant parents. There is a peninsula-wide non-profit group called the Korea Baby Network. We offer free and low-cost birth and breastfeeding classes, and have a newborn class scheduled Feb 6. Ive had both my children here in Korea, and wanted support that I couldnt find. I know other families arrive, sometimes pregnant, and go to the first place their sponsor recommends for care. Womens healthcare is treated very differently depending on what hospital/ what area the mom is in. Many moms who want to breastfeed have no support in this, especially if they are away from Seoul and the 121. The families and moms who network together have a lot of information to share about having a baby in Korea. https://www.facebook.com/KoreaBabyNetwork
At Thomas the Train land with the family on Jan. 14. BTW, the Korean writing under the trains say do not sit, but we didnt see it until after. And one of the guys working there took the photo for us... Heres the info: DATE: Saturday 10 December 2011 to Sunday 12 February 2012 TIME: 10:00 a.m. to 6:30 p.m. COST: W16,000 / W12,000 VENUE: AT Center. Yangjae-dong, Seo Cho-Gu, Seoul DESCRIPTION: This exhibition is a kind of theme park based on the British TV animation show series Thomas and Friends. Visitors to the exhibition will get a chance to take the beloved train and tour the elaborate replica of the village in the animation series. Courtesy photo by S. Rosa Ryals See yourself in the Morning Calm when you become a USAG Yongsan Facebook Fan. Just post your travel photos to our page with a quick description covering who, what, when, where and why and well see you in the paper. Your Yongsan PAO team
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YONGSAN GARRISON - The Best Decorated Thanksgiving Dining Facility Awards Ceremony was held in the Conference room of Headquarters and Headquarters Company at U.S. Army Garrison Yongsan, Jan. 20. Plaques and \ certificates were awarded by the acting Deputy to the Garrison Commander Ted Jackson, on behalf of the garrison commander, to 3 dining facilities that participated in the competition. The first place plaque went to USAG Yongsans Honors Cafe, while the runner-up plaque went to the 2501st Support Detachment. K-16s Rotor Wash Cafe also received a plaque for participation. Garrison leaders expressed special words of appreciation to all DFAC Soldiers for their hard work in allowing members of the Army to have a well-prepared meal each day. USAG Yongsans Honors Cafe, pose for a picture after winning first place. - U.S. Army photo by Pfc. Han Samuel
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YONGSAN GARRISON, Republic of Korea Enjoying the fresh snow while on a CFC sponsored tour. - Hyundai Sung Woo Resort Courtesy photo by Kimberly Nagy See yourself in the Morning Calm when you become a USAG Yongsan Facebook Fan. Just post your travel photos to our page with a quick description covering who, what, when, where and why and well see you in the paper. Your Yongsan PAO team
A hectic time of the year in korea in preparation for food and tradition
By Pvt. Lee Hyo-kang hyo.k.lee@us.army.mil
YONGSAN GARRISON, Republic of Korea - In Korea, the New Year is celebrated at the beginning of the Lunar New Year. During this time, whole families gather together to cook and share food, play games, and enjoy New Year traditions. Here, we will share some of the New Year foods that are eaten and traditions that are observed in Korea, during the celebration of the Lunar New Year. What to eat- Koreans eat Dduk Gook or Dduk Mandoo Gook during the Lunar New Year. Dduk Gook, or rice cake soup, is made with slices of rice cake and beef. Dduk Mandoo Gook is just like Dduk Gook except that Mandoo, Korean style dumplings, are added. Rice cakes white color is meant to symbolize the act of putting all the bad things that happened in the previous year out of ones mind and looking into the hopeful New Year.The Mandoo-pee is similar to a Mexican Tortilla, and is the white outer part of the Mandoo that wraps around the Sok, which are the inner ingredients of Mandoo. Sok, which are the various ingredients wrapped by the Mandoo-pee, literally means inside. Although recipes for Sok vary, it is generally a mixture of chopped meat and vegetables - U.S. Army photo by Pvt. Lee Hyo-kang
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What to do- During the Lunar New Year, children wish their elderly family members a happy new year by performing Saebae, which is a deep Korean traditional bow. Following Saebae, children sit and listen as their older family members share words of wisdom for the New Year. A special treat during Saebae is the Saebae Don, or New Years money, which older members of the family give to their children or grandchildren as allowance for the New Year. As grandparents get older and are no longer able to support themselves, this trend reverses so that children offer their parents and older family members Saebae Don. - U.S. Army photo by Pvt. Lee Hyo-kang
Dotori Muk, seasoned acorn jelly, usually goes along with other dishes during New Year as this plain tasting food mixed with a variety of vegetables and sesame seeds helps you digest some heavy food. - U.S. Army photo by Pvt. Lee Hyo-kang
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Private Rogelio Gris, a clerk at the Area III Post Office on Camp Humphreys, takes a package from a customer and prepares to send it on its way. U.S. Army photo by Mary Kim
Tu, Chin-jung, an automotive training instructor, checks the oil level while working at the Auto Skills Center. U.S. Army photo by Cpl. Han, Jae-ho
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Chief Warrant Officer 2 Fatima A. Earley and Sgt. First Class Daniel Garcia of E Battery display their hardware during the annual Eighth Army Level Army Award for Maintenance Excellence. U.S. Army photo by Capt. Shameka Moss
sions, brigades, and battalions. During the first stage of the competition, Echo Battery prepared documentation that was based on competition guidelines that summarizes the maintenance activities within the Battery, said Sergeant 1st Class Daniel Garcia. Developing the Unit Maintenance Profile, the battery highlighted all accomplishments and praiseworthy activities over the last fiscal year. As first time competitors to make it this far, I am proud, said Capt. John G. Kim, E Battery commander. x
Soldiers and Family members participate in a Walk to Remember to honor the legacy of Martin Luther King Jr. on Jan. 20. U.S. Army photo by Cpl. Han, Jae-ho
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Private First Class Ashley Miller, food specialist from Headquarters Support Company, 602nd Aviation Support Battalion, 2nd CAB, prepares a plate of food at the Talon Cafe for Spc. Alberto Perez Jr. The Talon Caf was runner up at the Department of Army level Phillip A. Connelly Competition. U.S. Army photo by Cpl. Tim Oberle
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CAMP HUMPHREYS Just a little over two years ago the Talon Caf was a new player to the world of fine dining and still working on refining its methods. Forward one year down the road, with a new brigade commander at the helm and new dining facility leadership in place, the gauntlet was thrown down to continue to improve on what the previous dining facility staff and 2nd CAB leadership had worked so hard to build. As soon as I took command of the 2nd Combat Aviation Brigade, I held sensing sessions with the junior enlisted Soldiers in the brigade to find out what I could do to improve their situation, said Col. James T. Barker, the 2nd CAB commander. During every session Soldiers routinely mentioned that one of the most important things for them was the variety and quality of food at the brigade dining facility. Not long after Barker held the sensing sessions, improvement was already evident in the eyes of many 2nd CAB Soldiers. I couldnt believe how much the food improved in such a little time, said Staff Sgt. Vincent Abril, from Headquarters and Headquarters Company, 2nd CAB. One day I went to eat with some friends and they were serving a Surf and Turf with crab legs and a T-bone steak. It was one of the best meals I had in a long time. In 2011, the Surf and Turf special was one of many
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new programs that the new leaders at the dining facility put in place to help bring the Soldiers back. When I took over as the dining facility manager, Chief Warrant Officer Robert Vandusen (2nd CAB Food Service Technician) and I took a look at programs that might entice the Soldiers to come here to eat, said Sgt. 1st Class Irving Murillo. What we came up with was to feature a different cultural meal to match each of the different holidays, a Grab and Go food program for Soldiers on the move and pizza made from scratch every day. Within the first few months of the new leadership taking over, the Talon Caf began receiving accolades. The initial award was first place in the National Nutrition month competition for United States Forces Korea. Little did they know at that time, but the Talon Caf was on course for even bigger and better things. Immediately following the National Nutrition month, we began preparing for the Phillip A. Connelly Competition which is the biggest contest for our field, Murillo said. We began to work long hours, training day and night, to continue improving the conditions and the quality of food. For months the Soldiers and noncommissioned officers that work here sacrificed a lot to make sure we were prepared. The hard work paid off, as the Soldiers won installation and United States Forces Korea Connelly Competitions, then took second Army-wide. Just last month we found out we took runner up at the DA-level, said Pvt. Tashanda Mitchell, a food service specialist from Headquarters Support Company, 602nd Aviation Support Battalion, 2nd CAB. Honestly I was upset that it wasnt first, but taking second out of all the dining facilities across the Army is pretty good. x
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Soldiers with F Company, 6th Battalion, 52nd Air Defense Artillery, breathe a little easier while reflecting on their trip up steep Madison Hill. U.S. Army photo by 2nd Lt. Kylee Bennett
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Food inspectors dispose of unused products that, unless properly accounted for, could pose a potential health risk. they are getting exactly what they ordered and not being overcharged. Pfc. Lee, Kil-jong assists Cortinas in getting the job done. Like his coworker, Lee said he enjoys his work as well. Cortinas addressed some of the issues connected with food inspection duties. When we carry out an inspection, what were looking for are things like the hygiene of the person preparing food, he said. As you might imagine, the sanitation of equipment used to prepare food, is also of importance. The food inspection specialist said his job also depends on the frequency of the delivery. For instance, the commissary input output ratio of food is very high. So, we have to be there on a daily basis to make sure that their incoming produce is okay. In facilities where only drinks are served, we can hit those facilities for inspection monthly. In cases where a place may not be sanitary, or it is a matter of a facility just opening up, then we have to concentrate on them morejust to make sure they are operating at the standard we require. For schools or any other facility like that, we pay even greater attention because we do not want children consuming anything that might make them sick. Knowing what to look for is just as important as where to look for it. Right now we are still at war. If anybody wants to tr y and contaminate the food we eat, the food inspectors are the ones to prevent that from happening, Cortinas said. Our job is to ensure the food that is consumed by members of the USAG Daegu community, is safe and void of any health risks or dangers. To do that, we will do as we always do, and that is work closely with managers and employees to correct any deficiencies we might find, and to do so quickly and efficiently. x
Spc. Rudy P. Cortinas, Army Food Specialist, 106th Med. Det. (VS), Camp Walker, checks for expiration dates on food displayed in the Camp Carroll Commissary.
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By Pfc. Bang Bong-joo bongjoo.bang@us.army.mil With the cold weather, its a great time to snuggle in with...a good book! So, we want to know, what is YOUR favorite book, and why?
Meester van de zwarte molen. It is a Dutch book, about black magic. I can read it over and over. Also Witch Daughter. Pretty good book too
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At the Camp Henry Red Cross center Soldiers received CPR training and other emergency procedures on Jan. 18th. The training is just one of many classes offered by the Red Cross. teaches youth how to hold babies, Besides health and training, how to change a diaper, and how instructive training is here to to burp a baby. This is extremely provide others such as the Korean important because most young volunteers who walk through our people dont know how to do it. doors, a chance to train, Arose said. Additional training opportunities Their contribution to the Red Cross can take on a more technical is invaluable. The Korean volunteers appearance. At the Camp Henry that work in the clinic basically facility, Red Cross also provides youth promote active volunteerism on the an opportunity to learn Microsoft Garrison. Office programs that may be beneficial The very strong partnership as they prepare to graduate and enter between the American and Korean college. While the list of training community has given me an programs offered may go on and on, opportunity to see a partnership Arose pointed out volunteerism as yet firsthand. From that, I came to another opportunity available at the better realize that there is a strong Red Cross. Good Neighbor program here in our Without the help of volunteers, community. Our Korean volunteers many of the things done by Red are also available to assist our Soldiers, Cross would prove to be almost civilians and family members --no impossible to achieve. matter what the need. x
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Bulguksa Temple, located in North Gyeongsang Province, South Korea, is home to several of South Koreas national treasures. The huge stone marking displays the UNESCO symbol, and is located at the entrance to the temple. Inside the temple gates many wonders from the Shilla Dynasty, such as the Golden Pig, are available for public viewing. Courtesy photo by Pfc. Jeong Hyuk-soo
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Mandatory Personal Financial Management Training Every Wednesday, from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m., in the Camp Henry Army Community Services (ACS) Classroom, family members are welcome on a space available basis. This course is comprised of eight sessions mandated by Department of the Army for First Term Soldiers. This class teaches how to develop a personal budget/spending plan; recognize signs of financial trouble and where to get assistance; the importance of credit and how to establish a savings account, emergency savings and long term savings; how to make the consumer decisions; how to plan for large and small purchases; and how to plan insurance needs on life, auto, personal property, and home. Call 768-7112 for further information.
2-1 ADA Soldiers hone their warrior skills at Massan Ammo Depot
Story by 1st Lt. Jason Ricci jason.a.ricci4.mil@mail.mil DAEGU GARRISON Soldiers from 2-1 Air Defense Arttilery Battalion located on Camp Carroll trained with their M203 grenade launchers at the Massan Ammo small arms range Jan. 5-6. Although an essential part of the 2-1s small arms arsenal, the M203 is only issued to a fraction of 2-1 ADA BN Soldiers. Because of the limited number of the grenade launchers in the battalion, it is essential that the firers be skilled in their operation, according to Sgt. 1st Class Terry Evans, the non-commissioned officer in charge of the range. We need to ensure that each Soldier assigned an M203 is able to use it effectively to allow maximum firepower to their battery, Evans said. M203 ranges dont come around as often other ranges. The training we provide now will likely be last live fire experience for these Soldiers for quite a while. While it may be the last live fire experience for 2-1 Soldiers for several months, it was also the first live fire experience for some of the firers. Pvt. Alissa Brannan, a Patriot launching station crewmember
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( To p ) I n co m e Ta x preparers listen closely as they recieve thanks and appreciation for the help they will be providing USAG Daegu and Area IV throughout the tax season. (Left) USAG Daegu Commander Col Kathleen A. Gavle, and LTC Rick S. Lear, SJA, 19th ESC, cut the ribbon marking the offical opening of the Tax Center, Feb 1. Camp Henry Tax Center - 768-8590 Camp Carroll Tax Center - 765-8179 U.S. Army photos by Pfc Bang, Bong-joo
Sgt. Eduardo Mercado helps Pvt. Alissa Brannan identify the 300 meter target during the M203 qualification range held by 2-1 Air Defense Artillery Battalion, Jan. 6. Photo by 2nd Lt. Foss Davis, 2-1 ADA BN Public Affairs.
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Presidents day holiday ski trip Location & Fees: TBA Fee includes 3 days rental equipment, 2 nights lodging at acondominium resort and transportation. Full payment is due at the time of registration. Bus: Departs from the Cp Carroll CAC at 0800 and Cp Walker Commissary at 0900. Registration deadline: Feb 14
for Charlie BTRY, 2-1 ADA BN, had never fired her M203 before the range. Despite never firing her M203 before, the preliminary marksmanship training she received before the range, and her experience with other small arms allowed her to achieve the expert qualification standards. Im proud, Brannan said of her expert qualification. Learning to fire a weapon like that is very
exciting. The range detail was able to qualify all 44 firers from their battalion as well as four additional firers from 35 Air Defense Artillery Brigade Headquarters and Headquarters Battery. Not only did everyone qualify, 12 firers qualified expert, said Sgt. Eduardo Mercado, a range safety and firing coach. I would definitely say the range was a success. x
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Staff Sgt. Joshua Fernandez, Headquarters & Headquarters Company, 19th ESC Safety noncommisioned officer. So preparing each of our vehicles for maximum visibility versus the bad weather is going to be critical. Not only is preparing our military and personally owned vehicles critical; it is mandatory with USFK Regulation 190-1 Vehicle and Pedestrian Safety Chapter B-23 d. (2) which reads: Vehicles may not be operated when frost, ice, snow, or mud obscures the windshield, rear window, or door glass, and impairs the drivers view in any direction. The first step in winter driving visibility is to take the time to get the vehicle properly ready to drive. If possible enter the vehicle and start the engine to warm up the defrosting systems. Next remove all snow and ice from the hood, roof and trunk surfaces of your vehicle, using the brush end of a window scraper to ensure it does not it not just the windshield, and defrost all windows. Vehicle preparation, in the cold, with busy timelines may seem like a nuisance; but 10 minutes of window scraping beats 10 days in the hospital, or $10,000 of damage every time. After vehicle preparation and youre driving carefully down
The first step in winter driving visibility, is to take the appropriate time and measures to get your vehicle ready for the road. If possible, enter the vehicle and start the engine to warm up the defrosting systems. U.S. Army photo by Andrew M. Allen the road, your windshield wiper system might be needed to keep your windshield clear. Prior to any winter trip ensure that your wipers have a clean wipe across the windshield and replace them if they dont wipe cleanly. And when buying winter washer fluid, look for a brand with a deicer agent. Whether Im teaching intial drivers training, or certif ying convoy commanders, I put extra emphasis on the dangers of icy windows here in Korea, shared Sgt. 1st Class Rickie Allen of the 501st SBEs Multi-Training Facility at Camp Carroll. It only takes a few minutes to clean off windows and mirrors. The benefits of having clear vision while driving cannot be measured. The life you save could be your own. x
After being offloaded from the flat-bottomed barge, which transported the vehicles from their original port of entry, M88A1 tank recovery vehicles arrive on deck at Pier 8, Busan, South Korea, Jan. 27. of transportation on the Korean peninsula, Smith said. Most of the equipment that is delivered to South Korea arrives after a long ocean voyage on Military Sealift Command ships.x