Fort Leonard Wood Missouri News
Free physicals for Waynesville Middle School and Waynesville High School student athletes will be available at Mercy Clinic in St. Robert. The physicals are scheduled to be performed from 5 to 6:30 p.m. on the following dates:— Aug. 6, for last names beginning with A-H— Aug. 7, for last names beginning with I-P— Aug. 8, for last names beginning with Q-ZAt least one parent must be … [Read more...] about Free sports physicals available in August
By David Vergon Army News ServiceDevelopment of a bill of rights for those living in privatized Defense Department housing is underway, and DoD is seeking the input of residents, the assistant defense secretary for sustainment announced in a memo.In the memo signed June 13, Robert McMahon invited residents of privatized family and unaccompanied housing to take part in an online survey to … [Read more...] about DoD seeks input for Housing Bill of Rights
By Thomas Brading Army News ServiceArmy spouses can now apply for reimbursement of up to $2,500 in professional relicensing expenses through Army Emergency Relief when they move to another state.Last month, top Army officials announced a $500 limit on relicensing costs for military spouses for permanent change-of-station moves. However, if additional funds are needed for relicensing, … [Read more...] about AER offers spouses relicensing aid
The Lebanon Area Veterans Memorial Board announced it will hold a Veterans Appreciation Day event from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. June 29 at Cowan Civic Center, located at 500 East Elm Street in Lebanon.The event is open to veterans, their family members and those who support veterans.The event will feature family activities, guest speakers and more. Lunch will be served for veterans and their … [Read more...] about Veterans Appreciation Day set for June 29 in Lebanon
By Waynesville R-VI School District Special to GUIDONThe Waynesville R-VI School District received a $1,250 grant from the Missouri Educators’ Trust and the MET Wellness Committee to help further support staff wellness initiatives.“Wellness programs provide members opportunities for ownership and impact the ever-challenging cost of health care,” wrote Dr. Jeff Mingus, Forsyth R-III … [Read more...] about Waynesville R-VI receives grant for staff wellness
The “You’ve Got Talent” talent show is scheduled from 6 to 8:30 p.m. July 27 at the Waynesville High School Auditorium.Held by Team Promise Land, the show will feature local performances of rhythm and blues, gospel, country and blues music along with poetry, dance and acting.Tickets are $15 for adults, $10 for children ages 7 to 18 and free for children ages 6 and younger.For more … [Read more...] about ‘You’ve Got Talent’ coming to Waynesville
Up-and-coming stars in the world of comedy are coming to St. Robert. Comedy Night is scheduled at 7 p.m. June 28 at American Legion Post 331.Local comedian/emcee R.J. Ryan will introduce comedians who have appeared at venues across the country.Audience members must be ages 18 and older.Admission is $5 per person. … [Read more...] about ‘Comedy Night’ is June 28
Jerry Rosa and the Rosa String Works Band are scheduled to perform at 7 p.m. Saturday at the Lyric Live Theater in Newburg.Led by Rosa on mandolin, the lineup includes Gary Havin on rhythm guitar, Beverly Spencer on guitar and dobro, Don Davis on upright bass and Leon Prewitt on banjo.Admission is free.For more information, visit the theater online at lyriclivetheater.com. … [Read more...] about Lyric Live Theater to host free concert by Rosa String Works Band Saturday in Newburg
Special to GUIDONIn conjunction with the U.S. Army’s 244th Birthday, the Army announced a new proficiency badge today, called the Expert Soldier Badge.The ESB is designed to improve lethality, recognize excellence in Solder combat skills and increase individual, unit and overall Army readiness.The ESB is the equivalent of the Expert Infantry Badge and Expert Field Medical Badge but for … [Read more...] about Army announces Expert Soldier Badge
By Joe Lacdan Army News ServiceThe Army recently made some of the most significant changes to Family Readiness Groups since their creation following the first Gulf War.The groups have been re-named “Soldier and Family Readiness Groups.”This designation links Soldier readiness to the family, and clarifies the role of the SFRG to be more inclusive to Soldiers who are single, are … [Read more...] about Army makes improvements to Family Readiness Groups
By Kathleen Spain Special to GUIDONIt’s that time of the year when new orders are being issued and the Permanent Change of Station office will begin to see more activity.Making a PCS as smooth as possible requires some planning and preparation. Financially speaking, there will be costs that are incurred you may or may not have considered.Once you have been notified of your next … [Read more...] about In the works: Are you financially ready to PCS?
By Chief Warrant Officer 2 Jeremy Stone Special to GUIDONThere are many things in the desert that can hurt you. Having a battle buddy can help mitigate those risks.I often thought adults should be responsible for themselves and didn’t need another Soldier with them at all times to make sure they’re behaving. As my time in the Army has progressed, my thinking changed. The following … [Read more...] about Mitigating risks and wildlife hazards with battle buddies
Special to GUIDONExtreme heat often results in the highest number of annual deaths among all weather-related hazards.In most of the United States, extreme heat is defined as a period of two to three days of high heat and humidity with temperatures above 90 degrees. In extreme heat, evaporation is slowed, and the body must work extra hard to maintain a normal temperature.Extreme heat … [Read more...] about Preparing for extreme summer heat
By Chaplain (Capt.) Hyuntae Kim Special to GUIDONI would like to express my gratitude for the ability to serve our country with honor and dignity.We know that the lord has trained each one of us adequately to serve this great nation of ours.Working alone brings minimal success, but working as a team brings gigantic results.I would like to expound on a biblical character, … [Read more...] about Stronger as a team
The United States Army Corps of Engineers - Kansas City District has established a public comment period to offer the public and other stakeholders the opportunity to review and comment on the Proposed Plans for CCFLW-003 (Former Print Shop at Building 2350), CCFLW-007 (Former Oil Water Separator/Wash Rack at Building 2230), and FLW-037 (Former Pesticide Storage Facility).The public comment … [Read more...] about USACE to hold public meetings
