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September is National Preparedness Month: Embracing personal responsibility for disaster planning is important

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By Troy Carney Research shows that people who believe they are prepared for disasters often aren’t — 40 percent of survey respondents did not have household plans; 80 percent had not conducted home evacuation drills; and nearly 60 percent did not know their community’s evacuation routes. Nearly 20 percent of survey respondents reported having a disability that would affect their capacity to … [Read more...] about September is National Preparedness Month: Embracing personal responsibility for disaster planning is important

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Stop at crosswalks – marked and unmarked

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By Lt. Christian Marsh Special to GUIDON Drivers on Fort Leonard Wood should be noticing portable warning signs being moved around the installation. The intent of this initiative is to educate the driving population on the likelihood that pedestrians may cross their paths. The need for a reminder arises from the current prohibition of taxi use on the installation, which has resulted … [Read more...] about Stop at crosswalks – marked and unmarked

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Missouri WWII Sailor’s remains set for hometown burial after 76 years in overseas grave

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Navy Gunner’s Mate 2nd Class Harold Dick was aboard the battleship U.S.S. Colorado on the morning of July 24, 1944, near Tinian Island, Commonwealth of the Northern Mariana Islands, when a concealed Japanese shore battery opened fire. There was a heavy explosion and the ship sustained extensive fragmentation damage. Four crewmen were declared missing in action and 39 were killed, including … [Read more...] about Missouri WWII Sailor’s remains set for hometown burial after 76 years in overseas grave

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MSCoE Sends: Celebrating the USAF’s 73rd Birthday

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By Brig. Gen. James Bonner Special to GUIDON On Sept. 18, 1947, President Harry Truman signed the National Security Act, separating the United States Air Force from the United States Army and establishing a new branch of service. Friday, we celebrate this important milestone in our military’s history with the 73rd birthday of the Air Force. The Air Force has a long and storied history … [Read more...] about MSCoE Sends: Celebrating the USAF’s 73rd Birthday

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MSCoE Sends: We will never forget what unifies us

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By Brig. Gen. James Bonner, Maneuver Support Center of Excellence and Fort Leonard Wood commanding general September 11, 2001. At 8:46 a.m. Eastern Standard Time, an airplane flew into the North Tower of the World Trade Center. In the confusion that ensued, America was left wondering what happened. 16 minutes later, a second airplane struck the South Tower. America was under attack. The 2,977 … [Read more...] about MSCoE Sends: We will never forget what unifies us

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A bigger paycheck is heading your way! But wait…

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By Tammy Fink Yes, you read that correctly. For pay periods beginning after Sept. 12, those in federal service – service members and civilians alike – will be seeing a 6.2 percent increase (of gross wages) to their paychecks. This is due to a new payroll-tax deferral in effect through the end of the calendar year. For civilian employees with wages less than $4,000 subject to Old Age, Survivor … [Read more...] about A bigger paycheck is heading your way! But wait…

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MSCoE Sends: Army leadership

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By Brig. Gen. James Bonner, Maneuver Support Center of Excellence and Fort Leonard Wood commanding general While the tools and methods of war continuously change, our country consistently needs people to serve as its sword and shield. Our Army’s strength lies in the ingenuity, resilience and adaptability of its leaders, along with their ability to exercise mission command in the heat of battle. … [Read more...] about MSCoE Sends: Army leadership

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Community: a pillar of stability in an ever-changing world

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By Chaplain (1st Lt.) Craig McDonald Change is such an interesting part of life — it is often when we grow in great ways, and yet it can be the source of pain and discomfort. The summer is a great change for many of us in the Army community. There is the summer surge in our basic training environment and what I like to call ‘the great exodus,’ many permanent party members going onto the … [Read more...] about Community: a pillar of stability in an ever-changing world

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MSCoE Sends: Celebrating Hispanic Heritage

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By Brig. Gen. James Bonner, Maneuver Support Center of Excellence and Fort Leonard Wood commanding general The United States of America is an incredibly diverse nation. Woven into our country’s fabric are the nearly 60 million people that make up our Hispanic population. Between Sept. 15 and Oct. 15, we get to celebrate their rich culture and history during National Hispanic Heritage … [Read more...] about MSCoE Sends: Celebrating Hispanic Heritage

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September is National Preparedness Month: An emergency kit can make all the difference when disasters strike

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By Troy Carney Emergency responders work on behalf of the entire community by addressing the most critical needs first. Ensuring your family’s well-being during times of crisis may be up to you, and emergency kits are a critical tool for meeting that challenge. To prepare your family for an emergency, get one or more emergency kits that include enough supplies to meet essential needs for at … [Read more...] about September is National Preparedness Month: An emergency kit can make all the difference when disasters strike

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FMWR hosts Grandparents Day celebration on Facebook

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National Grandparents Day is Sept. 13, and Family and Morale, Welfare and Recreation has planned a virtual celebration as well as a number of at-home activities for people of all ages to show their appreciation. On Grandparents Day, FMWR will hold a virtual celebration on its Facebook page at https://www.facebook.com/mwr.ftwood. Visitors are encouraged to share their favorite photos, recipes, … [Read more...] about FMWR hosts Grandparents Day celebration on Facebook

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Army & Air Force Exchange Service pilot weekly savings in lieu of traditional Black Friday

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Military shoppers looking to get a head start on holiday shopping while avoiding crowds can turn to the Army & Air Force Exchange Service as they pilot 12 weeks of discounts. Shoppers will find Black Friday prices in-store and on shopmyexchange.com each Friday through Nov. 25 on electronics, clothing, jewelry, sporting goods and more. New deals and specials will roll out every week. The … [Read more...] about Army & Air Force Exchange Service pilot weekly savings in lieu of traditional Black Friday

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A day to rest                                                                                  

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By Chaplain (Capt.) Vance Awa Labor Day is a day of rest, a day to relax and a break from our formally busy lives. We are starting to get a sense of what our new normal is like but one thing that is certain is that the Army goes rolling along. (If you don’t believe me, ask any drill sergeant and/or any family member of a drill sergeant.) It seems that along with the constant of change is the … [Read more...] about A day to rest                                                                                  

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MSCoE Sends: Stay safe over Labor Day weekend

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By Brig. Gen. James Bonner, Maneuver Support Center of Excellence and Fort Leonard Wood commanding general The American workforce leads our nation, and the world, in innovation, leadership, and perseverance. On Monday, we observe Labor Day to pay tribute to their dedication and sacrifices, which enable the lives we are able to enjoy each day. Fort Leonard Wood could not function without our … [Read more...] about MSCoE Sends: Stay safe over Labor Day weekend

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Army suicide prevention resources are available for service members and civilians

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By Guy Caley The large purple and teal ribbons displayed on Fort Leonard Wood in September for Suicide Prevention Month are visible reminders of our military community’s commitment to reduce the terrible toll of suicide. But it is not just our service members who need that commitment. The civilian members of our community – military family members, retirees and civilian employees – also need to … [Read more...] about Army suicide prevention resources are available for service members and civilians