Fort Leonard Wood Missouri News
The Support the Troops Run motorcycle ride is scheduled from noon to 3 p.m. April 20, starting at Ozark Harley-Davidson in Lebanon and ending at the Wingmen MC Club House in St. Robert.Entry is $20. Pre-registration will begin at 10 a.m. at the Ozark Harley-Davidson lot.Activities include a poker run, with cards available for $5 each (one card is included with the entry fee), along with … [Read more...] about ‘Support the Troops’ motorcycle run set for April 20
Fort Leonard Wood’s annual Big Bass Tournament continues from 7 a.m. to 3 p.m. Saturday at the Lake of the Ozarks Recreation Area.Entry is $40 per boat, with a $10 option to enter an additional big bass.Each boat must have at least one Department of Defense-authorized ID card holder.LORA is located 57 miles northeast of Fort Leonard Wood on the Grand Glaize arm of the lake.Future … [Read more...] about Bass tourney continues
The annual Clover Dash 5K/10K race has been rescheduled for 9 a.m. March 30 at Davidson Fitness Center.The race, originally scheduled for March 9, was postponed due to inclement weather.Registration for the race will re-open Monday through March 29. Entry fees are $15 per runner. No race-day tickets will be sold.Bib and T-shirt pickup will be held from 7 to 8:45 a.m. on race … [Read more...] about Clover Dash races rescheduled for March 30 at DFC
Spring is near, and that means rain. For most of us, that only means wet feet and damp clothes. However, a torrential downpour or a slow-moving storm system can create a dangerous situation for people in low lying areas. Heavy rain can simply overwhelm drainage systems and overflow nearby rivers, lakes and streams.The Federal Emergency Management Agency reports that in the past five years, … [Read more...] about Planning, preparation serve as best defense against flooding
The Exchange will offer prizes to pairs of singers who perform during its Karaoke Duet Singing event, scheduled from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Feb. 9 at the Power Zone inside the Main Exchange.The event is free and open to the public.“It’s (open to) whoever wants to just show up,” explained Jocelyn Rosario, Sales and Merchandise manager at the Exchange.Rosario said participants can win a … [Read more...] about Karaoke duet contest at Exchange
Special to GUIDONOn Jan. 8, the cities of Waynesville and St. Robert joined Contour Airlines at the Waynesville-St. Robert Regional Airport on Fort Leonard Wood to announce the new commercial jet service that will begin on Feb. 12.The airport plays a large part in the region’s tourism industry, St. Robert Mayor George Lauritson said. With more than 150,000 visitors coming to the Fort … [Read more...] about Fort Leonard Wood region secures commercial jet service
On Dec. 7, Marines, Soldiers, Airmen, and Sailors carried toys on a 5-mile ruck march down Missouri Avenue. Since 1947, Toys for Tots has helped more than 251 million children in need to celebrate a more joyous holiday.The organization is managed by dedicated Marines and volunteers, but this year's program boasted joint participation from all the branches of the armed forces at Fort Leonard … [Read more...] about Joint effort kicks off Toys for Tots
Advance registration ends today for the Texas Hold’em tournament starting at 6 p.m. Friday at Pershing Community Center.Advance registration is $25 per person and can be completed by 3 p.m. today by signing up at the Installation Wide Events Office located inside the center, by calling 573.596.6913 or by signing up online at leonardwood.armymwr.com.Registration is $30 at the … [Read more...] about Texas Hold’em sign-up deadline today
The Fort Leonard Wood Combined Federal Campaign is underway. The CFC provides federal employees with the opportunity to give to charities via a one-time donation or payroll deduction.A charity fair is scheduled from 10 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. Dec. 4 at the USO, 805 Iowa Ave, where 20 to 25 charities are expected to be in attendance.This year’s campaign, themed, “Show Some Love,” is scheduled to … [Read more...] about Combined Federal Campaign brings more than 20 ways to donate to charities
Operation Homefront is now accepting nominations for the 2019 Military Child of the Year awards, as well as applications for the 2019 Military Child of the Year Award for Innovation.Military Child of the Year is the nation’s premier celebration of the achievements of military children. Nominations are open through Dec. 5, and all awards will be presented at a recognition gala April 18, 2019, … [Read more...] about Operation Homefront accepting military child award nominations
Make a Difference Day is a national day for helping others. This annual event is an opportunity for people to give back to their community.This year’s Make a Difference Day is scheduled from 7 a.m. to noon Oct. 27. The Army Volunteer Corps is looking for organizations with projects that volunteers can participate in on this Make a Difference Day.Volunteers from all around the community can … [Read more...] about Make a Difference Day seeking volunteers
The Bruce C. Clarke Library is hosting an art and poetry gallery challenge for all ages. The theme is “I Speak for the Books”Here’s how to enter:1. Pick up a form from the desk to fill out and submit with your artwork.2. Visit the children’s room to view the collection of books that are to be used as the inspiration for your art piece. Note: all the books are wordless and it is up … [Read more...] about In the Works: Art, poetry challenge, celebrations taking place at Bruce C. Clarke Library in September
There are two things military spouses should know: 1) change happens and 2) your military community has support to help you make the most of it. That’s especially true when it comes to job-finding and advancing your career.Here are 10 top tips for tapping into services that can help you find a great job:1. Speak with a career coach: Military OneSource has career coaches who can help you … [Read more...] about 10 great resources for military spouse jobs
By U.S. ArmyThe Office of The Judge Advocate General is now accepting applications for the Army’s Funded Legal Education Program. Under this program, the Army anticipates sending up to 25 active duty commissioned officers to law school at government expense. Selected officers will attend law school beginning the Fall of 2018 and will remain on active duty while attending law … [Read more...] about Apply now for Funded Legal Education Program
