Fort Leonard Wood Missouri News
By John Daskauskas Special to GUIDON Two decades ago, the retail experience mainly consisted of brick-and-mortar stores, restricting consumers to operating hours and limited payment options. Today, with a connected environment and 24/7 access, consumers expect the freedom to shop where they want, when they want, and how they want. In this world of multi-channel e-commerce, consumers use … [Read more...] about In the Works: Americans soon to have right to free credit freeze
Kimsha Rosensteel has been named “Foodie of the Fort” for June. An Army spouse, Rosensteel is a mom, cook and local restaurant owner. In fact, her skills are so well known that she received two separate nominations for Foodie of the Fort. “This is a military dependent whom grew up in the military and is an amazing cook,” said Christopher James who first nominated Rosensteel. “(Her) food is … [Read more...] about Foodie uses ‘unique’ combos to create good eats
Fort Leonard Wood was recently awarded the distinction of the Military Saves Week Champion award for 2018 participation in the Military Saves Week program. The award is the result of the commitment made by Army Community Service Financial Readiness staff members in motivating service members and their families into taking the “pledge” and committing to save more money. “Military saves … [Read more...] about Fort honored for Military Saves efforts
Fort Leonard Wood Homes has announced that two of its residents, Daniela Jimenez and Daniel Eo, have received academic scholarships for the 2018/2019 school year through the Balfour Beatty Communities Foundation. In addition to Fort Leonard Wood Homes, Balfour Beatty Communities provides residential property management and development services to 55 military housing communities throughout the … [Read more...] about Residents awarded scholarships
Fort Leonard Wood’s new Maneuver Support Center of Excellence Garrison Family Life chaplain has his boots on the ground and is ready to serve the installation’s community. Chaplain (Maj.) Miller “Ike” Eichelberger, a Louisville, Mississippi, native, husband, and father of three, has been here a little more than a month now and said he is enjoying getting to know the community. “I am … [Read more...] about Post welcomes new Family Life chaplain
With a little more than a week left in the Fort Leonard Wood Army Emergency Relief Campaign, participants have surpassed the post goal of $125,000 by more than $39,000. To date, the campaign has raised $164,069. The AER Campaign, which is scheduled to end Friday, gives Soldiers and retirees the opportunity to support each other in emergency situations. AER provides a variety of … [Read more...] about AER set to end June 15
AAFES News Service As the Army marks its 243rd birthday, the Fort Leonard Wood Exchange is celebrating too, with special one-day savings June 14. Soldiers and military families can: Save 10 cents on every gallon of gas with their MILITARY STAR® card at Express locations. Save 15 percent at Exchange restaurants with their MILITARY STAR card. Save $10 on a purchase of $25 or more from … [Read more...] about Exchange celebrates Army’s birthday
As the Department of Defense Summer Reading Program kicks off this week, Bruce C. Clarke librarians are encouraging parents to get their children involved to help safeguard them against the “summer reading slump.” “Research has shown that reading over the summer prevents summer reading loss,” said Joyce Waybright, library chief of community services. “It is recommended that to retain reading … [Read more...] about Reading helps diminish ‘summer slump’
Members of the Fort Leonard Wood community gathered to celebrate diversity at the Asian American Pacific Islander Month Observance Tuesday at the Main Post Chapel. Dr. Anne Maurina, who was raised in South Korea and is the daughter of a Korean War combat medic, served as keynote speaker for the 3rd Chemical Brigade Hosted event. A St. Robert-based psychologist, Maurina spoke about how Asian … [Read more...] about Post closes out Asian American, Pacific Islander Month with education, celebration
This year’s Summer Reading Program at the Bruce C. Clarke Library starts Monday and runs through July 16. The “Reading Takes You Everywhere!” online program is provided by the Department of Defense Family and Morale, Welfare and Recreation Library Program. All ages may join the program. Because the summer registration and reporting will be done totally online — you can do it anywhere, … [Read more...] about In the Works: Summer Reading Program slated to begin June 4
Application packets for the Dental Assistant Training Program at Fort Leonard Wood will be available through June 22 in Building 470, Room 1130. Applications can also be obtained through e-mail at leonardwood@redcross.org, or download from www.facebook.com/ARCFortWood/. The Dental Assistant Program, offered by the American Red Cross, in partnership with the Dental Activity, Fort Leonard … [Read more...] about Applications available for dental assistant program
A free nutritious breakfast and lunch will be served to all students in grades kindergarten through 12th at most schools in the Waynesville R-VI School District during Summer School Monday through June 29. The free meals will be offered at Waynesville High School, Waynesville Sixth Grade Center, East Elementary, Freedom Elementary, Wood Elementary, Partridge Elementary and Williams Early … [Read more...] about Summer school breakfast, lunch free
By Carl Norman Special to GUIDON American writer and retired pediatric surgeon Bernie Siegel wrote, “One cannot get through life without pain. What we can do is choose how to use the pain life presents to us.” That said, the Fort Leonard Wood Blood Donor Center invites everyone to celebrate the life of baby Kent Tuesday by donating blood at an Armed Services Blood Program blood drive being … [Read more...] about Blood Donor Center to host drive for baby Kent
Community members gathered at Pershing Community Center May 16 to honor the numerous volunteers who invested in the community throughout 2017 at the Fort Leonard Wood Annual Volunteer Appreciation Ceremony. Rhonda Hutsell, Army Volunteer Corps coordinator, presented senior leaders with a symbolic check for $1,393,565, representing the 56,443 hours donated by volunteers in 2017. “We are here … [Read more...] about Volunteer impact surpasses $1.3 million
It is a hot summer day and the family is out enjoying the weather. As you are watching the children and dog run, play and have a good time, you notice your dog has slowed down a little bit. As you continue to watch, the dog starts stumbling, is panting quite hard and then vomits. What do you do? Recognizing when your pet is in distress and knowing the basic first aid principles are key to … [Read more...] about In the Works: Do you know what to do when facing a pet emergency?
