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Scouts bring New Dallas Cowboys

Year’s cheer to Cheerleaders dance
medical facilities across Korea

Page 18 Page 16

Army declares 2009

as ‘Year of NCO’
Army Family Covenant reaffirms
Courtesy of Defense Link 2ID, Area I commitment to Families
T
hey are the backbone of the Army,
an invaluable wealth of information,
knowledge and experience. They
are the main cog in the wheel that allows
the Army to operate at a time when limits
are stretched, while fighting wars on two
separate fronts. They are one of the most
effective tools that a commander has at his
or her disposal, to ensure that their Soldiers
are mission ready.
They often have more time in the Army
than the commanders in charge of them and
don’t hesitate to take a new commander
under their wing, to guide them and help
them learn the idiosyncrasies of the unit
that they command. They are the first-line
supervisors in the Army, the ones who know
each of the Soldiers in their unit, their
strengths and weaknesses.
They are sometimes a teacher, ensuring
that the Soldiers underneath them receive
the appropriate training and that they are
mission ready. They don’t seek accolades
and often don’t get credit for the important
work that they do.
Who are they? They are the Army’s
Noncommissioned Officers of the United
States Army.
See coverage, Page 5
Recently, recognizing the importance (From left to right) Command Sgt. Maj. Nidal Saeed, command sergeant major for USAG-Casey, Lt. Col. Donald Meisler, garrison commander
and value of it’s enlisted leaders, the Army for USAG-Casey, Maj. Gen. John W. Morgan III, commanding general for the 2nd Infantry Division and Command Sgt. Maj. Peter Burrowes,
division command sergeant major, sign the Army Family Covenant document during the ceremony held at the Pear Blossom Cottage Dec. 23
–See YEAR OF NCO, Page 2– at USAG-Casey. Visit www.flickr.com/imcomkorea.— U.S. Army photo by Sgt. Scott Kim

Chapel program strengthens Army Families

One-hundred-and-thirty people
attended BDE and SUSLAK Married
Couples' Strong Bonds training Dec.
15-17 at Mt. Sorak. BDE Unit Ministry
Teams of 524th MI BN, 3rd MI BN, and
HHC BDE conducted the event. Visit
www.flickr.com/imcomkorea.
— U.S. Army photo courtesy of
Chaplain (Maj.) Sun Macupa
See story, Page 13
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Holiday Season Force Protection and Individual Awareness
The Holiday Season is upon
us, and force protection and
security of the USFK personnel
and resources remain one of my
top priorities.
We must remain mindful
that there are individuals and
groups out there whose sole
purpose is to disrupt this joyful
time. All commanders and USFK
personnel should emphasize
security awareness and individual
protective measures when traveling
Gen. Walter L. Sharp within and outside of Korea.
We should also have situational
awareness of recent suspicious mail events. Recently, there have been
multiple instances of federal government, DoD, and other US
Government facilities discovering suspicious letters and packages.
The origin or affiliation of the packages is unknown, and there is
no confirmation of any link between these various events. However,
these incidents serve as a reminder of the need to
periodically reassess mail handling surveillance and
response procedures. Personnel should remain alert and vigilant,
especially now when the volume of mail and packages is high.
The following is provided to assist you in your travel planning
and force protection awareness:
a. Consider taking the Antiterrorism Level I training to refresh
yourself on AT knowledge and understanding. The training is
located at https://atlevel1.dtic.mil/at/.
b. For the latest information concerning USFK force protection
advisories, civil gatherings, and force protection related topics, I
encourage you to visit the USFK web site at: http://www.usfk.
mil/usfk/forceprotection.aspx. Additionally, you can obtain AT/
FP information or support by contacting your component and
base cluster antiterrorism officers (ATOs), or the USFK J34 AT/
FP staff, 723-3717.
I wish you all a joyful holiday season. Let’s remain vigilant.
WALTER L. SHARP
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Army Chief of Staff visits Warrior Country
By Sgt. Leith Edgar a difference every place that
2 ID Public Affaiis they are and you all here is no
exception. Don’t underestimate
The Warriors of the 2nd what you’re doing because you’re
Infantry Division enjoyed a visit making a difference out here.
from the Chief of Staff of the This will be – the 21st Century –
Army Dec. 18. the century of the Pacific.”
General George W. Casey Following the ceremony
Jr. traveled to Warrior Country Casey took part in 2ID’s AAR
to take part in the Warfighter for the Warfighter Exercise, a
Exercise After Action Review military training exercise recently
which was led by 2nd Infantry concluded by the division
Division commanding general, designed to train leaders and
Maj. Gen. John W. Morgan III. Soldiers for combat operations in
Casey also recognized “Heroes the event of a conventional war
of the battle,” reenlisted about a General George W. Casey Jr., the Chief of staff of the Army, hands his on the Korean Peninsula.Casey
dozen Soldiers, and shared a meal coin to a Soldier of the 2nd Infantry Division during a visit to the 1st said he was pleased with the
at 1st Heavy Brigade Combat Heavy Brigade Combat Team Sports Café Dining Facility located on effectiveness of the exercise.
Team’s Sport’s Café along with Camp Hovey Dec. 18. — U.S. Army photo by Sgt. Leith Edgar “What I saw today is that
junior Warriors from across the those skills (conventional
2nd Infantry Division. warfighting capabilities) are alive and well here in Korea,” he said.
“By the end of 2011, in three more years, we will have a
fundamentally different Army then we had on September 11th. It is Sung Nam Golf Club announcement
an Army that will be more versatile and in tune with the challenges Starting Jan. 8, Sung Nam Golf Club will replace elements of the heating
and uncertainties of the 21st century,” Casey said.
However, Casey was quick to point out that training for
unit. During this time period the current heating system will be shut down. Except
for in the pro shop and administration offices, the building will be unheated.
conventional warfare was still one of the Army’s highest priorities. The following areas will be shut down from Jan. 8 through Feb. 22 (scheduled
“It’s hugely important to our Army to keep these skills alive as completion date): Men’s and Ladies locker rooms and showers. Please retrieve
we gradually build enough time at home station, so that our Soldiers needed items from your lockers; Clubhouse toilets will be shut off. Please use
can begin to rekindle those conventional skills,” he said. the facilities at the #1 Snack Bar; Restaurant and Bar will be closed. #1 Snack
The past year also saw unprecedented numbers of American Bar will open for Breakfast and Lunch.
choose to don the Army Combat Uniform, he said. The Snack Bar and Pro Shop will remain open. Please check in as normal
“America, even more so these days is really a beacon of hope for in the Pro Shop. Please plan to change before arriving to play golf, as there will
the world,” Casey said. not be any access to the locker rooms at this time. We apologize in advance
We have our men and women of the armed forces, their Families for any inconvenience this may cause.
and Army civilians scattered all over the world. And they’re making

them the ropes, so that they can operate

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YEAR OF NCO
announced that it will proclaim 2009 as the
Year of the Noncommissioned Officer. Army
Secretary Pete Geren made the announcement
during his keynote address at the beginning
of the 2008 Association of the United States
Army’s annual meeting and exposition held
in Washington D.C.
“At the front of every Army mission
in the United States or overseas, you’ll
find a noncommissioned officer,” he said.
“They know their mission, they know their
equipment, but most importantly, they know
from Page 1
their Soldiers.”
Over the next year, the Army will
develop new programs that will help
to enhance the training opportunities,
educational opportunities and the
capability of the NCO Corps. This is a
great step forward for the Army, as they
recognize the importance of the NCO’s
and the wealth of experience that they
bring to the table. The NCO is often the
person, who takes a brand new company
commander, under their wing and teaches
effectively in their role as commander.
The NCOs know their jobs as well as the
jobs of others. They know the equipment
they use and they know the Soldiers they
lead. They’re able to recognize developing
problems and take action to ensure that
little problems don’t escalate into something
much worse. “Today’s NCO operates
autonomously and always with confidence
and competence,” Geren said.
To feature an outstanding NCO from your unit in
the Morning Calm, send a photo and brief description to
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MP Blotter
The following entries were excerpted from the mili-
tary police blotters. These entries may be incom-
plete and do not imply guilt or innocence.

AREA I: D/C; Disrespect to NCO, Provoking

Speech and Gestures; Investigation revealed Sub-
ject #1 took a taxi and failed to pay the fare. MP re-
sponded to the gate and Subject #1 then rendered
proper payment for amount due. Due to Subject
#1’s level of intoxication, Subject #1 was trans-
ported to the USAG-Casey PMO to await pick-up
by his unit. Subject #1 was then released to Subject
#1’s Sponsor #1, and ordered to get a command
directed LBAT. At 0030 Hrs, 03 JAN 09, Sponsor #1
reported to MP that Sponsor #1 needed assistance
at the USAG-Casey TMC, due to Subject #1’s refus-
al to exit the vehicle and provoking speeches and
gestures towards Sponsor #1. Subject #1 was es-
corted into the TMC for a command directed LBAT
where Subject #1 became belligerent and attempt-
ed to prevent the medical personnel from drawing
blood for the LBAT. After the LBAT was completed,
Subject #1 was escorted back to the PMO where
Subject #1 was processed and released to Subject
#1’s unit. While transporting Subject #1, Subject #1
continued to be belligerent and yelled profanities
and disrespected Sponsor #1 and the NCOs who
were there to guard Subject #1. Subject #1’s Com-
mander requested that Subject #1 be placed in the
detention cell due to Subject #1’s state of aggres-
siveness. At 1215 Hrs, 03 JAN 09, Subject #1 was
removed from the detention cell and was advised of
Subject #1’s legal rights, which Subject #1 invoked.
Subject #1 was processed and released to Subject
#1’s unit. Investigation continues by MPI.
Insadong shopping district’s Unique Comic Book and Toy Store in Seoul displays an array of unusual finds, making an interesting collection of
AREA I: Shoplifting; Subject #1 was observed by
Witness #1 via CCTV, removing a knife, concealing
pieces to view or purchase. View this photo and more from the store at www.flickr.com/imcomkorea. — U.S. Army photo by Edward Johnson
it on Subject #1’s person and attempting to exit the
PX without rendering proper payment. Subject #1
was apprehended by MP and transported to the US-
SIGHTS AND SOUNDS: Off-post events and activities
AG-Casey PMO where Subject #1 was advised of
Subject #1’s legal rights, which Subject #1 invoked. Teddy Bear Museum Jisan Forest Resort diamond. Visitors can make and take home
Subject #1 was processed and released to Subject The Teddy Bear Museum, which exhibits Jisan Forest Resort is located in Icheon city, glass jewels, balloons, and bottles. Exhibition
#1’s unit. All property was returned to AAFES. ECOL
numerous adorable teddy bears, has opened Gyeonggi-do province, near the Incheon Airport. hours are from 9 a.m. – 6 p.m., year-round. Call
is $87.50. Investigation continues by MPI.
in N Seoul Tower at Mt. Namsan. This is the All slopes are available for snow-boarders, and the +82-64-1330 (English, Japanese, Chinese) or
AREA II: Investigation revealed that Subject #1 third such museum after those located in Jeju moving staircases will help children and beginners visit www.tour2korea.com for information.
consumed an unknown amount of alcoholic bever- and Paju Heyri. The museum in N Seoul move more easily. In addition, the 6-seat chair lift
ages before entering a restaurant off post, where Tower displays teddy bears representing the is equipped with a heating system. Although the Performance by top Korean artists
in attempt to get warm, Subject #1 set fire to the past, present, and future of Seoul. There is slopes are not that big, this resort is loved by many Myeongin Myeongchang performances are
floor by using Subject #1’s lighter, causing approxi- a history gallery and a special gallery where people because of its convenient facilities and staged every evening at 7p.m. at the Korean
mately 15 meters of damage. Subject #1 then fell a teddy bear is dressed as a king of Joseon close proximity to Seoul. Jisan Resort does not House in Junggu, Seoul. They are the only
asleep and was found by Witness #1 who notified
Dynasty (1392~1910). Hours are from 10 a.m. suffer from overcrowding, and so visitors here can performances in Korea featuring top Korean
the fire department and KNP. The fire damaged a
fan and the wall of the restaurant. Subject #1 was to 10 p.m. and admission fees are 8,000 won enjoy skiing without experiencing long waits at the artists designated as Important Intangible Assets
apprehended by KNP and transported to Yongsan for adults, 6,000 won for teenagers, and 5,000 lifts. Facilities at Jisan Resort are very reasonably of Korea. The show starts with a Bongsan
KNP Station where Subject #1 was processed and won for children. A ticket package combining priced. In terms of accommodation facilities, condos Mask Dance, followed by traditional music
released into MP custody. Subject #1 was trans- the museum and N Seoul Tower Observatory range from 85,000won to 195,000won (condo and Pansori, and drum dance. Korea House is
ported to the USAG-Yongsan PMO where Subject is also offered. Visit www.tour2korea.com for prices differ by the weekend, the weekday and the planning to invite all of the nation’s Important
#1 was processed and released to Subject #1’s more information. season), and restaurants and supermarkets are Intangible Assets to stage a performance
unit and was instructed to report to the PMO at a also available. Jisan Resort also operates a free every year. Korea House also offers hands-
later time. ECOD is approximately $2,308. Further
Outdoor Skating shuttle bus from Seoul. Also available are a Snow on traditional culture programs and operates
Investigation revealed that Subject #1 was charged
The Seoul Plaza Outdoor Skating Rink in front park for kids, playground for infants, ski shop, a Korean restaurant serving traditional royal
by KNP under RCC ART #164-1 (Setting Fire to
Present Living Building). At 1300 Hrs, 02 JAN 09, of Seoul City Hall is now open. The Seoul campsite, cycling course, basketball court, soccer cuisine. To get there, simply take subway line
Subject #1 reported to the PMO where Subject #1 Plaza Outdoor Skating Rink will be open until field, putting course, and golf practice range. Visit 3 or 4 and get off at Chungmuro Station. Take
was advised of Subject #1’s legal rights, which Sub- Feb. 15 Rates are 1,000 won. www.jisanresort.co.kr or www.tour2korea.com exit 3 or 4, walk up the hill to the left for about
ject #1 waived rendering a written sworn statement 5 minutes, and you will find Korea House in a
admitting to the offenses. Investigation continues. Rembrandt Exhibit Glass Castle (Jeju) hanok building. For more information, visit www.
Seoul Arts Center Hangaram Art Museum The newly-opened Jeju Glass Castle displays all koreahouse.or.kr or www.tour2korea.com
AREA IV: Curfew Violation; Under Age Drinking;
Along with the great manipulator of light and types of glass artwork, the production process,
At 0340 Hrs, 01 JAN 09, Subject #1 was observed
shadow, Rembrandt (1606-1669), world- and the history of the world’s glass arts. This glass Light Fest (Boseong)
by MP at a bar off post. MP detected an odor of an
alcoholic beverage emitting from Subject #1’s per- renown European artists from the 17th and art theme park is the first of its kind in Korea, and This winter a magnificent festival of lights will
son. An ID card check revealed that Subject #1 was 18th century such as Rubens, Van Dyck, will offers a glass arts exhibition that has more than take place in the green tea fields of Boseong, one
under the legal age to consume alcohol. Subject #1 be shown at one location. The Great Masters 250 glass works from around the world on display, of Korea’s most well-known tourist destinations.
was transported to the USAG-Daegu (Walker) PMO of European Art: Meeting Rembrandt exhibit is along with a garden, a labyrinth, and walls that A large tree will be decorated with lights as well
where Subject #1 was administered a PBT, with a scheduled to continue through Feb. 26, 2009, have been entirely made out of glass. Visitors can as the surrounding area. Boseong, the green tea
result of 0.225% BAC. Subject #1 was processed displaying more than 100 art pieces from the see a glass tree, glass flowers, and glass lake. The capital, will present the nation’s largest green tea
and released to Subject #1’s unit and was instruct- Russian State Pushkin Museum of Fine Arts theme park also presents pieces by internationally- field tree, which will strike a beautiful image of
ed to report to the PMO at a later time. At 1500
permanent collection. General admission famed glass artists including the Czech Republic’s Boseong into the hearts of all its winter guests.
hrs, 01 JAN 09, Subject #1 reported to the PMO
where Subject #1 was advised of Subject #1’s legal tickets are 12,000 won for adults and 9,000 “Bohemia Glass” and Italy’s “Venezia Glass”. The For information, visit www.tour2korea.com or
rights, which Subject #1 waived rendering a written won for teenagers. For more information, visit park contains the world’s first all-glass labyrinth, www.boseong.go.kr/en/ (English)
sworn statement admitting to the offenses. Subject www.tour2korea.com the world’s largest glass ball, and a large glass
#1 was processed and released to the unit. Source: www.korea.net, www.seoulselection.com, http://english.tour2korea.com, www.visitseoul.net — No endorsement implied.
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Airman wins big with AAFES jingle

Osan Exchange manager Steve Pena presents Staff Sgt. Chris Wiley, Osan Air Base, with a
$500 Army Air Force Exchange Service gift certificate for his entry for the worldwide AAFES Rap/
Jingle Contest. Wiley’s winning jingle will be played in AAFES stores throughout the world. Visit
www.flickr.com/imcomkorea. — Courtesy photo

Military, civilians get pay

increase in new year
By C. Todd Lopez
Army News Service
There’ll be something extra in everybody’s
paycheck come January.
Active-duty personnel will draw an
across-the-board 3.9 percent pay raise
beginning Jan. 1.
A sergeant with five years of service, for
instance, will see an increase in monthly base
salary of about $88 dollars. A captain with
nine years of service would see nearly $200
per month extra.
The 2009 military pay tables can be
found at www.dfas.mil.
Pay raises aren't limited to military
personnel, however. Civilian employees
No Endorsement Implied
under both the General Schedule and
National Security Personnel System pay
plans are also receiving pay raises.
Civilians under the GS system get an
across-the-board pay raise of 2.9 percent in
2009. Civilians under the NSPS pay system
will see an increase of 1.74 percent and can
earn additional performance-based salary
increases through the NSPS “pay pool”
process.
Additionally, all civilian employees rate
a locality pay, which is based on the cost-of-
living in their employment market.
Locality pay rates for 2009 range from
about 13.86 percent to 34.35 percent of an
employee's base pay.

JANUARY 9, 2009
From left: Command Sgt. Maj. Nidal Saeed, USAG-Casey Command Sgt. Maj., Lt. Col. Donald Meisler, USAG-Casey garrison commander, Command Sgt. Maj. Peter Burrowes (right) Command Sgt. Maj. 2nd Infantry Division, look on while
Maj. Gen. John W. Morgan III (center), 2ID commander re-signs the Army Family Covenant in the USAG-Casey Pear Blossom Cottage Dec. 23. Additional photos from this event are available online at www.flickr.com/
imcomkorea. — U.S. Army photo by Jim Cunningham
Morgan and Area I leaders re-sign AFC on Casey
By Jim Cunningham
USAG-RC Public Affairs
CASEY GARRISON — Soldiers,
Civilians, and their Family members will
continue to see more lifestyle improvements
in Area I since Maj. Gen. John W. Morgan
III, 2nd Infantry Division commander,
and the Area I leadership re-signed the
Army Family Covenant Dec. 23 in the Pear
Blossom Cottage.
This covenant supersedes one signed a
year ago in the Casey Digital Conference
Center. It reaffirms the Army’s pledge to
improve Family readiness by standardizing
and funding Family programs and services
already in place.
It ensures the increase in accessibility and
quality of health care, and to improve Soldier
and Family housing. It ensures dependents
of the Army Family have excellent schools,
youth services, and child care, as well as more
education and employment opportunities
for Family members.
“We are, once again, affirming our
commitment to our Soldiers and our Families
living in the Republic of Korea,” Morgan
said. “Recently, the Department of Defense,
in a program initiated by Gen. Walter
(Skip) Sharp, United Nations Command,
Combined Forces Command, and United
States Forces Korea commander, went
forward to increase command sponsorship
in the ROK.”
This now includes command sponsorship
for not only the USAG-Red Cloud enclave,
but also the USAG-Casey enclave.
This significantly changes the Soldiers
lifestyle north of the Han River, Morgan
went on to explain, because his/her Families
can now live and serve in what was once
considered an area too dangerous for
dependents.
This allows a more balanced and normal
Family lifestyle.
“The programs and initiatives going
forward have changed what used to be a
one year hardship tour,” Morgan said, “to
what is now a two-year normalized tour for
Soldiers and their Families.”
Increasing command sponsorship in Area
I allows Soldiers to come and serve with their
Families, as opposed to being separated,
which creates balance and predictability,
Morgan continued.
It allows Soldiers and their Families to
live the same lifestyle afforded those living
in Europe and Japan.
“We will begin to have those same
kinds of opportunities in the ROK and the
2ID,” Morgan said. “This is a tremendous
change and it is ongoing in support of the
Army Family Covenant. You have heard
the comment ‘we put our money where
our mouth is,’ and this is exactly what Gen.
Casey said.”
In 2008 the Army committed $1.4
billion to the Army Family Covenant
program, which covers a multitude of
services, Morgan explained.
This funding covers all services supporting
Army Families, and they are all coming to
Area I.
“In past years, this was a community that
provided limited to no medical assistance
for Families,” said Richard Davis, USAG-
RC deputy garrison commander. “We
now have a pediatrician on staff and
additional assistants dispersed throughout
the community to minimize the work load
for the medical staff. We have increased
Obstetrics and Gynecology care and other
services, including but not limited to, spouse
orientation, renovation of barracks, Family
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Readiness Support Assistants, increased
overseas housing allowances, housing referral
support, and recreational projects. We also
have barracks furniture replacements and
much more. Soldiers have demonstrated
they are willing to perform any mission
when they are not worried about their
Families health care, where they are living,
or their overall wellbeing.”
Lt. Col. Donald Meisler, USAG-Casey
garrison commander, pointed out the Area I
command is reaffirming not only the Army’s,
but Area I command’s affirmation to the
Army Family Covenant. “We are basically
providing our Warrior Soldiers and their
Families services, capabilities and support
commensurate with the service they provide
to our nation,” he said.
As the Army continues to transform
and move to an eventual single footprint
in USAG-Humphreys, Soldiers serving
here will have access to all services, Morgan
explained. “I want to thank you for your
service in the ROK and the 2ID,” Morgan
said. “The signing of this covenant today
shows our commitment to Army Family
programs and ensuring we are always doing
the right thing to take care of our own.”
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News & Notes

604th ASOS over 552nd Signal during
Victim Advocate Hot Line
USAG-RC Victim Advocate Hot Line is 011-
9187-2001. Take a stand against domestic
violence. Victim Advocate Coordinator US-
special Christmas Volleyball Tournament
AG-Casey ACS, Building 2603. For more
information call 730-3494.

Daily Mass at USAG-RC

Join us for daily Mass 11:30 to 11:50 a.m.
Mon-Fri in USAG-RC Warrior Chapel. For
more information call: 732-6404.

USAG-RC Gas Station Hours

USAG-RC gas station will be closed for
lunch from 1:30-2:30 p.m. daily. For more
information call: 732-7167

Delux Taxi Ariport Service

A new taxi contract has began at USAG-
Casey, Camp Stanley, Camp Hovey and
Red Cloud. Customers wishing transporta-
tion to the airport can call 1544-9080 and
request a taxi be dispatched to their de-
sired location. Customers can reserve taxis
in advance for trips to the airport.
604th ASOS (left of net) makes volley to score during the USAG-Red Cloud Christmas Volleyball tournament Dec. 26. 604th ASOS beat 552
Feeling Depressed or Stressed Out?
Signal 2-0. — U.S. Army photo by Pvt. Kim, Tae Hoon
If you are feeling depressed or stressed
out, call the Military and Family Life Con-
sultant Program. Services are completely Letters to Santa get
confidential and private. For more informa-
tion call: 010-3147-0756 for Red Cloud or special delivery to
010-869-3666.

Spouses Orientation Program

North Pole
Schedule Tara Morton holds her child Kiera up to
The Spouses Orientation Program sched- mail her letter to Santa during the Letters to
ule dates are Jan. 13 and 27 at USAG-
Santa event, held in the Gateway Club on
Casey and Jan. 20 at USAG-RC. This is a
mandatory orientation for newcomers. For
USAG-Casey Dec. 18. More than 500 chil-
more information call: 732-5883. dren and adults attended the event which
began with a reading by Steve Toepper of
Early Bird Shopping “T’was the Night Before Christmas.” After-
at Casey Commissary wards, the children wrote their letters to
Early Bird shopping is 7-11 a.m. in the Santa and visited with him before mailing
Casey Commissary every Tuesday through their letters. The event was sponsored by
Friday. For more information call: 730- the Casey Library and Casey Community
4451/3432.
Activity Center and by the 19th Adjutant
New! Mitchell’s Sunday Brunch
General’s Corps (Postal) 1st Platoon. Ad-
Mitchell’s will offer Sunday Brunch begin- ditional photos are available at www.flickr.
ning Feb. 8 from 10 to 2 p.m. every Sun- com/imcomkorea. — U.S. Army photo
day. No reservations are required. For by 1st Lt. Miles Cary
more information call: 732-8189/8211.

Fred Meurer Workshop Time Change

The Fred Meurer Workshop date is 3-D provides
changed to Jan. 30 for Jan. 27. Time is
1:30-5 p.m. and the place is unchanged
from the USAG-RC Theater. For more in-
information
formation call: 732-6002.

ACAP Counselor Position Vacancy at

Camp Mobile
Position requies a master’s degree or
equivalent and at least two years of ex-
perience in the field or in a related area.
Individual must be familiar with stanndard
concepts, practices, and precedures within
a particular field. Works under general su-
pervision or independently and typically re-
ports to a supervisor or manager. For more
information call: 730-4033/4034.
HR for Supervisors Class
The HR for Supervisors Course is manda-
tory for all Department of the Army civilian
and military supervisor who supervise at
least 3 appropriated fund DAC employees.
All should apply via CHRTAS. For more in-
formation call: 732-9060.
For more news and notes log on to: http://
ima.korea.army.mil/area1/sites/local/
about alcohol
and drugs
Program cites sobering
reasons not to drink and
drive or do drugs and drive
Geraldine Jones (left), USAG-RC Civilian
Personnel Advisory Center director, Rose
Aguigui (right), USAG-RC Equal Employ-
ment Opportunity director, observe and ex-
plore information presented to patrons of Red
Cloud’s Mitchell’s Club by Gloria Prince (cen-
ter), USAG-RC ADCO education specialist,
during the lunch time presentation of the Area
I Alcohol and Drug Control Office’s Drunk,
Drugged and Driving program displayed Dec.
17. The Drunk, Drugged and Driving program
is commonly known as the 3-D program and
is presented in all Area I installations. — U.S.
Army photo by Pvt. Kim, Tae Hoon
JANUARY 9, 2009
Santa is mobbed by local students from Tae Sung Dong Elementary School during a brief stop-over at the United Nations Command Security Battalion – Joint Security Area, Camp Bonifas, Dec.
23. Additional photos from this event are available online at www.flickr.com/imcomkorea.— U.S. Army photo by Jack Loudermilk
Santa mobbed at JSA
By Jack Loudermilk
USAG-RC Public Affairs
CAMP BONIFAS — Santa Claus, on
his way back to the North Pole Dec. 23,
decided to drop in on Soldiers assigned to
the United Nations Command Security
Battalion – Joint Security Area, Camp
Bonifas. Although Soldiers there guard
the demilitarized zone between North and
South Korea, Santa knew the area is also a
A student from Tae Sung Dong Elementary
School tries to hide her identity by blocking her
face from view during a rush on Santa Dec. 23
at the Joint Security Area, Camp Bonifas. —
U.S. Army photo by Jack Loudermilk
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popular tourist attraction. Within minutes
of entering the unit’s main dining facility;
however, he was mobbed by more than 20
students from a nearby school.
While Santa may have been briefly
overwhelmed, he said the incident did not
shake his confidence in the Soldiers.
“We invited the Tae Sung Dong
Elementary School students to lunch and
to have a little Christmas party,” said Santa
(aka Lt. Col. John Rhodes, commander
of UNCSB-JSA). “I’m responsible for
civil affairs in Tae Sung Dong village so
we developed a relationship with the
elementary school by providing various
types of support.”
Rhodes said the UNCSB-JSA Soldiers
teach English at the school and participate
in their sporting events.
“Just yesterday we took them to Lotte
World, through some sponsorship from
the Good Neighbor program,” he said.
“So, what we are trying to do today is just
spread a little Christmas cheer. We invited
them up for lunch and to have ‘Santa’ hand
out some Christmas gifts. All we’re trying
to do is say, ‘Merry Christmas,’ and we are
always trying to strengthen the Republic of
Korea-US Alliance.”
Tae Sung Dong is the only inhabited
village inside the DMZ, a 2½-mile-wide
buffer between North and South Korea,
and is guarded by troops of the United
Nations Command.
The 210 to 220 or so villagers get about
12 to 15 acres more land than the average
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South Korean farmer, and incomes average coming to school every day. They don’t like
$70,000 to $80,000 a year, according to
U.S. State Department records. They are
vacations, so our summer vacation is now
just one week.”
direct descendants of people who owned Spc. John Reosti has been tutoring the
the land before the 1950-53 Korean War. students in English on a regular basis since
The armistice agreement allowed them to March 2008.
stay in the DMZ. “I’m trying as best I can,” he said. “I think
Since the village has only one school, today is a good experience for them. They’re
elementary school students pick a middle getting a taste of American food and we
school in such nearby cities such as Paju learned they don’t like our onion rings.”
or Munsan. Sgt. David Bickley said he enjoys
Cho, Soon-hee, first-grade teacher for spending time with the students; especially
TSD Elementary, said students in the past during the holidays.
had little ambition for school. “I’m away from my family and it’s
“Nowadays,” she said, “our school is something to see little children’s faces light
crowded (25 students). On Wednesdays up just from being around us and interacting
and Fridays, American Soldiers visit our with them,” Bickley said. “I went to Lotte
school to teach English. They play with the World with them yesterday; had a good
students and sometimes have big events time. They got to run around and ride
for our children. Our students now like rides.”
Maj. Steven Briggs, physician assistant at UNCSB-JSA, chats with a student during lunch at Camp
Bonifas’ dining facility minutes prior to Santa’s visit Dec. 23. Visit www.flickr.com/imcomkorea to
view and download photos. — U.S. Army photo by Jack Loudermilk
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Yongsan saw many positive changes and experienced a myriad of enjoyable moments that highlighted life as the community knew it for 2008. — U.S. Army photos
2008: A look back at a successful year
By David McNally
USAG-Yongsan Public Affairs
YONGSAN GARRISON — The USAG-
Yongsan community saw many positive
changes in 2008. From dining facility
and quarters renovations, to classroom
construction and school improvements, the
Garrison invested time and resources into
community improvement.
“The Army recognized Yongsan as third
place winners in the Army Communities
of Excellence competition,” said USAG-
Yongsan Commander Col. Dave Hall.
“To stand on that stage at the Pentagon
and represent our great community in
front of the senior Army leadership –
that was huge.”
The victory brought the community an
additional $750,000 to invest in quality of
life projects. In November, the Army ACOE
team again visited Yongsan to judge for next
year's competition.
“In this next competition, we're in
the top seven installations worldwide
that they're looking at,” Hall said. “Out
of 179 installations, that says we live in
a great community.”
U.S. Forces Korea officials continued
to push for tour normalization in 2008.
An increase in command sponsorship
authorizations meant USAG-Yongsan
needed to prepare more classroom
space. The Garrison unveiled a new
classroom building for middle school
students Aug. 22.
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“To stand on that stage at the Pentagon and
represent our great community in front of the
senior Army leadership – that was huge.”
Col. Dave Hall
USAG-Yongsan Commander
Around the post, Garrison workers
opened a new running track on South Post
adjacent to the heliport, and made plans to
add a family park near the driving range.
Garrison officials also announced a dog park
to be opened near the South Post Visitor
Center Gate.
Late last year, the Defense Commissary
Agency moved forward with a plan to
introduce a new store on K-16 Air Base.
The Garrison is going after funding to make
that project a reality as soon as possible,
officials said. Also, DeCA officials made
early-bird shopping a reality at the Yongsan
Commissary.
In December, the Korea National
Housing Corporation – owners of Hannam
Village – announced a major construction
project to improve vacant high-rises. The
Army hopes to put community members
into the new quarters as soon as the project
is complete in 2010.
The Good Neighbor projects increased
as more Soldiers, Civilian Employees and
Family Members learned about Korean
culture and went on tours. The Garrison
participated in several projects to help
Koreans, such as delivering heating fuel to
the elderly and food for the needy.
The community celebrated 2008 holidays
in style with spectacular Fourth of July and
Fall Festival celebrations and holiday tree
lightings. More than 5,000 Korean and
Americans attended the Columbus Day
celebration Oct. 11.
Throughout the year, Family, Morale,
Welfare and Recreation, Armed Forces
Entertainment and the USO sponsored
entertainment venues. One of the more
memorable shows included the Dallas
Cowboy Cheerleaders Dec. 27 at Collier
Field House.
Korean Augmentation to the U.S. Army
Soldiers enjoyed a week of competitions with
U.S. Soldiers during the 2008 KATUSA
Week. The event enhanced relations by
introducing American Soldiers to Korean
culture and competitions.
T h e G a r r i s o n h o s t e d Pr e s i d e n t
George W. Bush for a special town hall
meeting Aug. 6 during a short visit to
Korea. The event packed Collier Field
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Ho u s e w i t h Se r v i c e m e m b e r s f ro m
across the peninsula.
Army and Air Force Exchange Service
taxi prices went up in 2008, and so did the
price of gasoline. However, by year's end
gas prices came down and AAFES added
additional taxi services.
Garrison Firefighters trained with local
Korean departments, participated in a mass
casualty exercise and put out a South Post
residential fire.
In sports, the local Army-Navy flag
football game was a huge upset as Navy beat
Army for the first time in years, 16-14. The
SAHS Falcons won the Far East Division
Championship
In October, USAG-Yongsan community
members came together for the Army Family
Action Plan Conference. The delegates
looked at more than 225 suggestions from
the community on how to improve services
and attain a better quality of life.
Hall said the community truly lived up to
the tenants of the Army Family Covenant.
“USAG-Yongsan is moving forward
with construction upgrades and
renovations,” Hall said. “Our recent
Do D D S s c h o o l p r o j e c t s , p a r k i n g
additions, quarters conversion projects,
new bus stops, gate and visitor center
improvements, and AAFES upgrades
are all examples of how the Garrison is
striving to improve quality of life.”
The events of the past year highlight
t h e s p i r i t o f t h e U S A G - Yo n g s a n
community, Hall said.
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News & Notes
Korean Food Discovery
Discover the world of Korean Food. Learn
the different types of Korean food and how
they’re prepared. Army Community Service
invites you to the class 10 a.m. Jan. 14,
building S4106, room 124. Then bring
some won for a dining experience in Seoul.
For information, call DSN: 738-7505.
Korea Region Boss Forum
The next Korea Region BOSS Forum will
be held 8 a.m. Jan. 13-16 at the Main Post
Club. For information, call 738-5466.
Community Mayor Recruitment
ACS is looking for community mayors for
USAG-Yongsan, Hannam Village, and
K-16. Stop by ACS to pick up an application
and volunteer job description. Applications
are due back to the Army Volunteer
Corps coordinator at ACS by Jan. 16. For
information, call 738-7510.
OHA Survey
The annual Overseas Housing Allowance Utility
Survey for Korea is going on now through Jan.
16. Results of the survey will affect OHA utility
and recurring maintenance allowances. All
Servicemembers who reside off-post should
complete this survey at: https://www.perdiem.
osd.mil/oha/survey/novoha.html
MLK Bowling Tournament
Martin Luther King Day Endurobowl 9 Pin
No-Tap Single Game elimination bowling
tournament is 12-3 p.m. Monday, Jan. 17
at Yongsan Lanes. The entry fee is $15.
For information, call 723-7830.
Martin Luther King Jr. Vigil March
You are invited to join the candlelight vigil
march for Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. 5 p.m.
Jan. 18 at Collier Field House at South Post
Chapel. For information, call 723-8822.
Ski Tour
Sign up for a ski trip to Vivaldi Park Jan. 10,
17 and 31. Vivaldi is a first-class ski resort
about an hour and a half east of Seoul.
The bus departs from Moyer Community
Activities Center at 6:30 a.m. each day. For
information, call 723-3291.
K-16 Billiard Tournament
Everyone is invited to the Annual Korean
and American Friendship billiard tournament
11 a.m.-2 p.m. Jan 18. The tournament will
be in the K-16 Community Activities Center
game room. For information, call 741-6473.
Fall/Winter Youth League
Youths ages 6 -18 are welcome to join this
bowling league. The fun happens every
Saturday at 10 a.m. in Yongsan Lanes. For
information, call 723-7830.
Yongsan Super Bowl Party
2009 USAG-Yongsan Super Bowl XLIII
Party at the Post Club is Feb. 2. The doors
will open at 5 a.m. The first 40 people in
line will be eligible to win a grand prize. For
information, call 738-5254.
Winter Temperatures
The Department of Public Works reminds
you to keep the heat on this winter. To keep
the pipes from freezing don’t turn the heat
off during the cold weather. If you leave your
quarters for an extended period of time turn
the heat down, but not off. The thermostat
should be set at no less than 55 degrees.
For a complete list of community
information news and notes, visit the
USAG-Yongsan official web site at
http://yongsan.korea.army.mil
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Yongsan community member Tris MacTaggart sorts through clothes at the Second Hand Rose Thrift Shop
located on South Post. — U.S. Army photo by Pvt. Hwang Joon-hyun
Volunteer-run shop
benefits charities,
community programs
By Jung Jae-hoon
USAG-Yongsan Public Affairs
YONGSAN GARRISON — A brand
new teddy bear is only $1. For another $1,
pick up a pack of 10 VHS movies. Those
brand new kids' tennis shoes? $3.
You can find both small and large
household items at the Second Hand Rose
Thrift Shop located on South Post.
Second Hand Rose is a non-profit private
organization.
Volunteers from the American Women’s
Club of Korea Thrift Shop Association, in
conjunction with the U.S. military, operate
this shop. It provides the U.S. military
community the opportunity to donate or
consign gently used goods, which are placed
on sale in the shop.
“There are some people who have too
much to take back with them to the next
station of posting, so they bring it to consign
or donate to the Thrift Shop,” said Roseanne
Rhoda, Thrift Shop treasurer. “Newcomers
moving to Seoul come to the Second Hand
Rose to shop for items at bargain prices.”
A s i d e f ro m o f f e r i n g g re a t d e a l s
on merchandise, all the funds raised
throughout the year are distributed to
U.S. Forces Korea community programs
and Korean charities. The association
also has an established scholarship
program for active-duty Servicemembers
and their family members.
In fiscal year 2007, the shop gave
just under $200,000 in grants to USFK
community services and Korean charities,
including $33,000 in scholarships. In
addition to this, an estimated $160,000 in
goods and clothing was given directly to
various charity groups.
“The charities we donate to are throughout
the peninsula of Korea,” said Dorothy
Kirkwood, consignment manager.
She said, “Not only are there many
orphanages and church groups, but care
and research for AIDS/HIV sufferers,
homes for unwed mothers and shelters
for homeless people.”
Customers seem satisfied with the
bargains and the variety found in the shop,
especially for items not found off-post.
“I’ve moved a lot and learned it’s always
tricky to get rid of one’s belongings and buy
what you need,” said shopper Marianne
Beyer. “The Thrift Shop takes care of that
problem, and puts it to use for a good
cause.”
Another customer, Lee Bliss, added, “You
might find some stuff that you need, like
electronics, which might be harder to come by
in Korea. Most of the things that are sold here
are things from the States so it is easier to find
what we need at a very low price.”
THE MORNING CALM
Eagle project
gives Stork’s
Nest face-lift
By Pfc. Hwang Joon-hyun
USAG-Yongsan Public Affairs
YONGSAN GARRISON — Family
Care Center, also known as Stork’s Nest,
got a new look thanks to community
volunteers. More than 60 community
members participated in a four-day
project to repaint the interior of building
5214 as part of an Eagle Scout project.
Eagle Scout is the highest advancement
rank in the Boy Scouts and one of the
requirements to achieve this rank is to
complete a community service project.
Avery Weigle is the Eagle Scout
candidate from Boy Scout Troop 80 who
planned and led the project.
“Originally, I planned to paint the
hallways in the new building 4030,”
Weigle said. “However, there was more
of a need to paint the bedrooms in
this Stork’s Nest, so that’s how the
project came about. Basically, we painted
everything besides the hallways.”
Family Care Center provides lodging
for expecting mothers who live more than
30 minutes away from Brian Allgood
Army Community Hospital, which is the
only American hospital in the peninsula
that can deliver babies.
There are three Family Care Centers
on Yongsan Garrison, buildings 5212,
5214 and 4030.
Girl Scouts, Boy Scouts, the 8 o’clock
Chapel Service and Soldiers from the
65th Medical Brigade volunteered for
the project.
“I think it gives the community a
chance to help make the Garrison a better
place,” Weigle said. “There are lots of
organizations that came to help.”
Family Care Center is in demand from
expecting mothers that want to give birth
in an American hospital.
“It stays full, seven days a week,”
said Sgt. 1st Class Willard Hurst,
facility manager from the 121st Medical
Command. “Any kind of vacancies, I can
have a room filled within a day or two.”
According to Hurst, the new
environment offers better conditions
for mothers.
“Everything’s brightened up, it looks
brand new, it feels more like home,” he
said. “That reduces stress for mothers
so that the babies will be healthy when
they’re born.”
Weigle said he was glad to help
the community. “It helps improve
the quality of life for those staying in
the Stork’s Nest,” he said. “This was
a great opportunity.”
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Cheerleaders
energize Garrison
By Pfc. Choi Keun-woo
USAG-Yongsan Public Affairs
YONGSAN GARRISON —The Dallas
Cowboys Cheerleaders performed a high-
energy musical and dance performance
at Yongsan's Collier Field House Dec.
27. More than 300 Soliders, Civilians
and Family members gathered to watch
the show.
Since their first USO tour to Korea in
1979, the troupe has toured the globe not
only to entertain during Christmas and
the New Year holidays but also to visit
wounded Servicemembers and deliver
holiday cards to troops.
“We love giving back to our Soldiers,”
said cheerleader Ally Traylor. “ We
appreciate their efforts to keep us safe
and to protect our freedom.”
The Dallas Cowboys Cheerleeders perform for the Yongsan community at Collier Field House Dec. 27.
— U.S. Army photos by Pfc. Choi Keun-woo
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The cheerleaders provided a variety of
performances including hip-hop, country,
and solos by cheerleader Tobie Kay.
Toward the end of the show, cheerleader
Trisha Trevino asked Dallas Cowboys trivia
questions and handed out gifts to those
who were able to answer the questions.
Some of the questions were;
h o w m a n y Su p e r B o w l s
have the Cowboys won,
what's the Cowboys’ record
this season, and how many
stripes are in the Cowboys
Cheerleaders’ uniform?
The answers are five, 9-6
(current at the time of the
performance) and 15.
So m e m e m b e r s o f t h e
audience commented on
their enjoyment of the show
and long-term appreciation
for the cheerleaders.
“I have been a Dallas
Cowboys Cheerleaders fan for
24 years now, that is, ever since
I was born,” said Sgt. Kyle
Davidson. “This is my first time
to see them here in Yongsan. It
was awesome to see them so
up-close. It brought a little bit
of Texas right here.”
In the end, USAG-Yongsan
Commander Col. Dave Hall
thanked the cheerleaders for
“forfeiting their Christmas and
New Year’s to be on the road.”
“This is one of our special
events of the year,” Hall said.
“You have all been tremendous.
Thank you for everything.”
The cheerleaders were
also scheduled to visit Osan
A i r b a s e , U S A G - C a s e y,
USAG-Humphreys and
Camp Carroll.
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Happy New Year!
I
t is an honor to report to you that this
year will be better than the last. That’s
an ambitious statement, but I know we
can back it up. Let me tell you about how
good things were last year.
In 2008, we grew as a community. With
the goal to normalize tours of duty in the
Republic of Korea, more and more Family
Members joined our ranks. The Garrison
worked closely with school officials and
contractors to ensure additional classrooms
were available to meet our needs. For
housing, we opened many on-post field
grade quarters to captains and senior
warrants. We also renovated two-bedroom
quarters on-post to make five-bedroom
quarters to accommodate larger families. By
the end of the year, we received great news
about a renovation project for Hannam
Village. Starting soon, workers will begin
a phased-project to reopen the Hannam
Village towers with totally revamped and
improved family quarters.
We made a lot of progress in building
strong and personal friendships with our
Korean Good Neighbors in 2008, but I
know this year can only get better. The
strength of the Korean-American alliance
relies on people like you who go out of
their way to make friends, share cultural
experiences and attempt to learn the
language and history of the Korean people.
The USAG-Yongsan Good Neighbor
Program is alive and well. I firmly believe we
will involve even more community members
in this vibrant program this year.
Last year, we faced challenges with work
slow-downs with our Army and Air Force
Exchange Service taxi contract. This caused
many inconveniences to our community
VOLUNTEER SPOTLIGHT
Gigi Kail spends her time
volunteering for the Protestant
Women of the Chapel. She
was also nominated for the
USAG-Yongsan Volunteer of
the Quarter.
Where does she work?
Gigi is the Participation
Chairwoman for Protestant Gigi Kail
Women of the Chapel.
What does she do?
Gigi is responsible for providing information, holds the rest of PWC together.
name tags, and attendance rosters. Each week Why does she volunteer?
she manages the welcoming committee and Her social skills and genuine love of
distributes a weekly email newsletter filled people make her an invaluable part of
with information from various sources. This anything she’s involved in.
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members. Today, I can tell you that we have
never had a better contract in place to serve
you. We even have private van service to
the airport. Our AAFES friends continue to
make life better for the Yongsan community
with special sales and promotional events.
In 2008, we made huge strides towards
approval of the future K-16 Air Base
Commissary. This is a grass-roots effort
to support our Family Members in the
Seongnam area. Look for progress this
year as we go after the funding. K-16
community members can also enjoy a new
indoor swimming pool, which opened
last month. This year, expect to see a new
sports field at K-16.
There are a myriad of other quality of
life projects scheduled for 2009. We hope
to maintain our Army Communities of
Excellence title by continuing to reinvest
in the Garrison through renovation projects
and upgrades to barracks.
Our mission is to provide excellence
in installation management and customer
support, and we take it seriously. We are
continuously improving quality of life for
the USAG-Yongsan community.
The Army has declared 2009 as “Year
of the NCO.” We salute our valuable
noncommissioned officer corps and
know that we can always turn to the
“backbone of the Army” when we need
to get things done.
Our Garrison motto is: “We’re here for
you!” I challenge you to hold us to our
motto. Let us know how we’re doing by
visiting our web site at http://yongsan.
korea.army.mil and fill out a feedback form
through ICE or the Commander’s Hotline.
We look forward to hearing from you.
keeps members up-to-date
and informed.
How many hours per
week? She works 5-10
hours per week.
What impact does she
have?
Her welcoming spirit
and outstanding
organizational skills make
her the ‘go to’ person for all aspects
of the ministry. Gigi is the ‘glue’ that
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501st Military Intelligence Battalion

DOD announces change to
couples journey to Mt. Sorak 2009-2010 kindergarten program
Courtesy of AFNS kindergarten in the 2008-2009 school year.
By Chaplain (Maj. Sun Macupa understanding about how to make their There will also be exceptions for families
524th Military Intelligence BN marriages and relationships stronger. The entrance birth date for the who PCS after the start of the school year
There were unique sessions with Department of Defense Education Activity and whose children are already enrolled in
Brigade Unit Ministry Teams of integrated practicum and interactions Kindergarten Program will change from an accredited kindergarten or first grade.
524th Military Intelligence Battalion, between gatherings to make it a Oct. 31 to Sept. 1, DODEA officials Domestic Dependents Elementary
3rd MI BN, and HHC Brigade worthwhile event. announced recently. and Secondary Schools Pre-Kindergarten
conducted BDE & SUSLAK Couples’ On the second day, there was a The change means a child must be five programs, DODEA Preschool Services
Strong Bonds Training Dec. 15 to 17 at Sweetheart Commitment Banquet years old by Sept. 1 to enroll in kindergarten. for Children with Disabilities and other
Mt. Sorak. Night with a gala This aligns DODEA with national trends pre-kindergarten programs will not be
One-hundred- Participants came away with candlelight dinner, as well as the age requirement in many grandfathered in.
and-thirty people which featured military-impacted states. However, family members will be
attended the a better understanding about great food, music, “DODEA wants to inform families allowed to attend the DODEA programs
inspirational event how to make their marriages and a special about this change well in advance so for an additional year if they don't meet
held in the beautiful presentation from everyone can plan ahead to make the the new entrance age. Families should
countryside of Mt. and relationships stronger. the children with beginning of their child's educational coordinate with their school principal for
Sorak, with its great songs and dance. It journey a rewarding experience,” said further details.
ocean view and scenic landscpae. was a phenomenal event and there were Shirley A. Miles, PhD., DODEA director. DODEA plans, directs, coordinates and
Three days of Prevention Relationship many inspirational moments to touch This change will also affect students manages the education programs for DOD
Enhancement Program for the Couples’ the couples’ hearts and minds. The in DODEA’s pre-kindergarten, Sure Start family members who would otherwise
Strong Bonds Training brought married banquet concluded with a certificate of and first grade programs, DODEA officials not have access to a high-quality public
couples together from BDE and commitment of vow renewal along with said. A child must be four years old by education. DODEA consists of the DOD
SUSLAK along with their children. a toast (non-alcoholic) between husband Sept. 1 to attend pre-kindergarten or Sure Dependents Schools located overseas, and
Couples’ Strong Bonds Training and wife. Start and six years old by Sept. 1 to attend the Department of Defense Domestic
focused on what matters and is Fun activities included hiking the first grade. Dependent Elementary and Secondary
changeable. It was an educational trails of Mt. Sorak, In addition, ample This decision comes after consideration Schools located in the United States
workshop highlighting such topics childcare was provided throughout the and coordination between parents, and its territories and possessions.
as Marriage Risk Assessment, Tools itinerary. educators and administrators, and extensive DODEA provides education to
of Communication, Commitment, Attendees said that they felt the coordination with the military services. eligible DOD military and civilian family
Dynamic Risk Factors, Sharing Hearts, whole experience was greatly intuitive, Officials reviewed and researched current members from pre-kindergarten through
and many other relationship subjects. with fruitful introspection on how trends and recommended to change the 12th grade.
Education seminars conducted each to keep or make their marriages and minimum entrance age requirement. For more information, contact the
day began with morning devotion. families stronger recommend other During the 2009-2010 school year, local ACS, base school liaison, or use the
Participants came away with a better couples partake in this training. exceptions to this change will accommodate DODEA website at www.dodea.edu/back_
all students who have attended a DODEA to_school/kindergarten.cfm.
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MEDCOM offers top tips to quit smoking in 2009

By Marianne Campano
65th Medical Brigade
Most of us are full of plans and resolve
to make changes in our life for the New
Year. If quitting smoking is on your list, you
are in good company. In fact, most people
who smoke wish they could quit. Nicotine,
the addictive substance in cigarettes is
an extremely powerful drug that makes
quitting hard. Hard, yes, but very doable
with determination and commitment. The
good news is millions of people have beat
the addiction and are now tobacco free. You
can too- believe that you can, and know that
there are resources to help. Force Health
Protection and Preventive Medicine has
compiled a few tips to help make 2009 the
year that you quit smoking for good!
Get the Facts
We all know that smoking is bad for
us, but rather than avoid the details of the
destruction smoking causes, learn everything
you can. Smoking is the leading cause of
avoidable death and the benefits of quitting
smoking start within 20 minutes after your
last cigarette. For more information, check
out: http://www.cdc.gov/tobacco/
Start a Quit Journal
Document your reasons for wanting to
quit. Make a list of pros and cons and make
your list as detailed as possible. We tend
to believe what we tell ourselves. Replace
thoughts that don't help you with ones
that do. TRAIN yourself to change the
way you think and feel about smoking. For
instance, instead of saying “I feel so irritable
without my smokes- very little patience, and
volatile”, replace and reinforce this message
with “Cigarettes did this to me. Once I’m
free of this addiction, I’m never going back,
because I don’t want to be controlled by this
crud again”. Write in your journal: “I am
a non-smoker” and start believing it, soon
your actions will follow.
Know it will take effort to quit
There are many ways smokers quit,
including using nicotine replacement combination of counseling, prescription
products (gum and patches), but there is medicine and/ or nicotine replacement. The
no easy way. Half of the battle in quitting classes are offered every month with an initial
is knowing that you need to quit. This evaluation and three subsequent classes. For
knowledge will help you be more able to Area II, the next series is scheduled to start
deal with the symptoms of withdrawal that Jan. 8.
can occur, such as bad moods and really For more information, contact Marianne
wanting to smoke. Campano, Health Promotion Coordinator
Nearly all smokers have some feelings of with Public Health Nursing at 736-6693.
nicotine withdrawal when they try to quit. For the other Areas, the POC on tobacco
Give yourself a month to get over these cessation in Area I: Capt. Travers at 730-
feelings. Take quitting one day at a time, 6796; in Area III: Ms. Dumoulin: 753-7657;
even one minute at a time—whatever you and in Area IV: Capt. Smith: 764-4819.
need to succeed.
Get Support
Find others who can give you the help
and encouragement you need. Join an
online community where you can share your
Resolution to Quit, Create a Quit Blog,
or Create a Quit Plan. Check out: www.
ucanquit2.org .
Force Health Protection and Preventive
Medicine is also here to help, with ongoing
Smoking Cessation classes that provide a

January is Let's put an end to the nearly 4000 American women, and 1000 Korean women that die from this
preventable disease each year. You can prevent Cervical Cancer with regular Pap tests.
Overseas Housing Allowance Utility
Cervical A safe and effective vaccine is also available that provides protection against human papillomavirus (HPV),
which causes Cervical Cancer. The vaccine is recommended for girls and women ages 11-26 and is available
Survey continues through Jan. 16
at the 121st Hospital. The walk-in HPV immunization is available: Mon, Tue, Wed, and The annual Overseas Housing Allowance Utility Survey for
Health Friday 7:30-11:30 a.m. and 1-3:30 p.m.; Thursdays 1-3:30 p.m. only. Korea is going on now through Jan. 16. All Servicemembers
Schedule your Well Woman exam and pap test today. For military: 725-6232; for civilians: 737-2273.
who reside off-post should complete this survey at:
Awareness The POCs: Area I, Capt. Travers: 730-6796; Area III, Ms. Dumoulin: 753-7657; and Area IV, Capt.
https://www.perdiem.osd.mil/oha/survey/novoha.html.
Smith: 764-4819.
Month This message is brought to you by the Force Health Protection and Preventive Medicine, Public Health Nursing Results of the survey will affect OHA utility and recurring
at the 65th Medical Brigade.
maintenance allowances for Servicemembers.

Jan. 9 - 15

LOCATION Today Saturday Sunday Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday

Marley & Me Role Models Saw V
CASEY (PG) 6:30 p.m. (R) 6:30 p.m. (R) 6:30 p.m. Bedtime Stories Quantum of Solace
Bedtime Stories Changeling (PG) 7:30 p.m. No Show (PG13) 7:30 p.m. No Show
Bedtime Stories
730-7354 (PG) 8:30 p.m. (PG) 8:30 p.m. (PG13) 8:30 p.m.

Madagascar II Madagascar II
HENRY Yes Man (PG) 1 p.m. (PG) 3 p.m. Role Models
(PG13) 7 p.m. Quantum of Solace (R) 7 p.m. No Show No Show No Show
Yes Man
768-7724 (PG13) 7 p.m. (PG13) 7 p.m.

Quantum of Solace Quantum of Solace Soul Men Soul Men

HUMPHREYS Seven Pounds Marley & Me (PG) 3:30 p.m. Marley & Me (PG) 3:30 p.m.
(PG13) 6:30 p.m. (PG13) 6:30 p.m. (R) 6:30 / 9 p.m. (R) 6:30 / 9 p.m.
(PG13) 6:30 / 9 p.m. Bedtime Stories (PG) 6:30 p.m. Bedtime Stories (PG) 6:30 p.m.
Changeling Changeling
753-7716 Seven Pounds (PG13) 9:30 p.m. Seven Pounds (PG13) 9:30 p.m.
(PG13) 9 p.m. (PG13) 9 p.m.

HOVEY Role Models Saw V Bedtime Stories Bedtime Stories Curious Case of
(R) 7 p.m. (R) 7 p.m. No Show (PG) 7 p.m. No Show Benjamin Button
(PG) 7 p.m.
730-5412 (PG13) 7 p.m.

Role Models Nothing Like the Holidays

Saw V Soul Men
KUNSAN (R) 6 / 8:30 p.m.
(PG13) 6 p.m. (PG13) 6 p.m. No Show No Show No Show
Nothing Like the Holidays (R) 6 p.m.
Changeling
782-4987 (PG13) 8:30 p.m. (PG13) 8:30 p.m.

Igor (PG) 1 p.m. Igor (PG) 1 p.m.

Curious Case of Day the Earth Stood Still Day the Earth Stood Still Role Models Role Models
OSAN Benjamin Button
Curious Case of Curious Case of
(PG13) 7 p.m. (PG13) 7 p.m. (R) 1 / 3:30 / 6 p.m. (R) 1 / 3:30 / 6 p.m.
Benjamin Button Benjamin Button
784-4930 (PG13) 6 / 9 p.m.
(PG13) 3 / 6 / 9 p.m. (PG13) 3 / 6 / 9 p.m.

Chageling
RED CLOUD (PG13) 6:30 p.m. Soul Men Quantum of Solace Saw V Seoul Men Marley & Me
Yes Man (R) 7 p.m. (PG13) 7 p.m. (R) 7 p.m. (R) 7 p.m. No Show
(PG) 7 p.m.
732-6620 (PG13) 9 p.m.

Saw V Yes Man

STANLEY (PG13) 7 p.m. Yes Man Changeling Curious Case of Role Models
(R) 7 p.m.
Role Models (PG13) 7 p.m. (PG13) 7 p.m. No Show Benjamin Button (R) 7 p.m.
Max Payne
732-5565 (R) 9 p.m. (PG13) 6:30 / 9 p.m.
(R) 9 p.m.

Soul Men Soul Men Changeling Changeling

Saw V Seven Pounds
Curious Case of (R) 7 p.m. (R) 7 p.m. (PG13) 7 p.m. (PG13) 7 p.m.
(R) 5:30 / 8:30 p.m. (PG13) 2 / 5 / 8 p.m.
YONGSAN Benjamin Button Quantum of Solace Quantum of Solace W W
Curious Case of Star Wars: Clone Wars
(PG13) 3 / 7 p.m. (PG13) 6 p.m. (PG13) 6 p.m. (PG13) 6 p.m. (PG13) 6 p.m.
738-7389 Benjamin Button (PG) 3:30 / 6:30 p.m.
Journey to the Center of Earth The Dark Knight The Dark Knight Body of Lies Body of Lies
(PG13) 6:30 p.m.
(PG) 2 / 5 / 8 p.m. (PG13) 3:30 / 6 p.m. (PG13) 6 p.m. (PG13) 6 p.m. (PG13) 6 p.m.
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Area I Worship Schedule Area II Worship Schedule Area III Worship Schedule Area IV Worship Schedule
Protestant Services Protestant Services Protestant Services Protestant Services
Collective Collective Collective Protestant
Collective Protestant
Sunday 1000 Stone Chapel
Sunday 0800 Memorial Chapel (Liturgical) Sunday 1100 Freedom Chapel Sunday 1000 Camp Carroll
Sunday 1000 Stanley Chapel
Sunday 1030 West Casey Chapel 0930 Brian Allgood Hospital Chapel 1100 Suwon Air Base Chapel 1030 Camp Walker
Sunday 1100 Protestant Sunday 0930 (Korean) Hannam Chapel 1100 Camp Eagle Chapel Church of Christ 1700 Camp Walker
School-Coffee House 1000 South Post Chapel Gospel 1300 Freedom Chapel Gospel 1215 Camp Walker
Sunday 1100 Warrior Chapel 1030 K-16 Chapel 1300 Camp Carroll
Contemporary 1800 Freedom Chapel
Sunday 1100 Crusader Chapel
1100 Hannam Village Chapel Contemporary
Sunday 1100 Hovey Chapel
Wednesday 1130 Bible Study-Coffee House Contemporary KATUSA Friday 1900 Camp Walker
Gospel Sunday 1000 Multi Purpose Training Facility Tuesday 1900 Freedom Chapel Korean
Sunday 1100 Casey Memorial Chapel Tuesday 1900 Camp Carroll
1230 Camp Stanley Chapel Gospel 1200 South Post Chapel Wednesday 1830 Camp Walker
Korean
Wednesday 1800 Gospel Bible Study
Stanley Chapel
Seventh-Day Adventist Wednesday 1730 Freedom Chapel
Thurday 1900 Gospel Practice Saturday 0930 Brian Allgood Hospital Chapel Wednesday 1900 Freedom Chapel Catholic Services
Stanley Chapel (Bible Study) Mass
COGIC United Pentecostal (UPCI) Sunday 0900 Camp Walker
Sunday 1230 CRC Warrior Chapel Sunday 1330 Memorial Chapel
KATUSA Catholic Services 1130 Camp Carroll
Sunday 1930 CRC Warrior Chapel Mass Saturday 1700 Camp Walker
Sunday 1300 Jackson Auditorium KATUSA Daily 1145 Freedom Chapel
Tuesday 1900 Camp Stanley Chapel Thursday 1830 Memorial Chapel Sunday 0930 Freedom Chapel Jewish
Tuesday 1840 Casey Stone Chapel
1700 Camp Eagle Chapel For information, contact Chaplain (Lt. Col.) Avi Weiss, avi.weiss@korea.
Tuesday 1800 Camp Castle Chapel Episcopal
Tuesday 1830 Casey Memorial Chapel 1700 Suwaon Air Base Chapel army.mil, 723-6707
Tuesday 1830 Camp Hovey Chapel
Sunday 1000 Memorial Chapel Jewish
Thursday 1830 West Casey Chapel For information, contact Chaplain (Lt. Col.) Avi Weiss, avi.weiss@korea.
Catholic Services army.mil, 723-6707
Catholic Mass Mass
Sunday 1130 Camp Stanley Chapel Sunday 0800 South Post Chapel
Sunday
Sunday
0900
1215
CRC Warrior Chapel
West Casey Chapel

Saturday
1130
1700
Memorial Chapel
Memorial Chapel
Protestant Women of the Chapel announces Spring Kickoff
‘Clearing Out a Space at Jesus’ Feet’
Sunday 0930 Camp Hovey Chapel
Orthodox Service Mon/Thur/Fri 1205 Memorial Chapel
1st and 2nd Sundays 1000 Old Hovey Chapel Tues/Wed 1205 Brian Allgood Hospital Chapel
Later Day Saints 1st Sat. 0900 Memorial Chapel
Sunday 1400 West Casey Chapel Are you surrounded by chaos? You are not alone! Whisk on over and discover
Jewish Services how to sweep away the clutter and clear out that space.
Jewish Friday 1900 South Post Chapel Join PWOC Jan. 7, 2009 at the South Post Chapel from 9:15 - 11:15 a.m. Child
Friday 1830 West Casey Chapel
watch is provided. For more information, visit www.yongsanpwoc.org

Korea-wide Army chaplain points of contact

USAG-Yongsan Chaplains USAG-Humphreys Chaplains USAG-Red Cloud/Casey USAG-Daegu Chaplains

Chaplain (Lt. Col.) David B. Crary: Chaplain (Maj.) Klon K. Kitchen, Jr.: 2ID Chaplain (Lt. Col.) Richard Spencer: Chaplain (Maj.) Eddie Kinley:
david.crary@korea.army.mil, 738-3009 klon.kitchen@korea.army.mil, 753-7274 frank.richard.spencer@korea.army.mil, 732-7998 Eddie.kinley@korea.army.mil, 764-5455

Chaplain (Maj.) Adolph G. DuBose: Chaplain (Maj.) James E. O’Neal: Red Cloud Chaplain (Maj.) Fredrick Garcia: Chaplain (Maj.) Edward Martin:
adolph.g.dubose@korea.army.mil, 738-4043 james.e.oneal@korea.army.mil , 753-7276 fredrick.wayne.garcia@korea.army.mil, 732-6169 Edward.martin7@korea.army.mil, 765-8004

Chaplain (Maj.) Leo Mora Jr.: Chaplain (Capt.) Anthony Flores: Red Cloud Chaplain (Capt.) Mario Rosario:
leo.mora@korea.army.mil, 736-3018 Anthony.wenceslao.flores@korea.army.mil, Mario.s.rosario@korea.army.mil,
753-7042
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America’s Sweethearts on tour!

USAG-humphreys — Members of the Dallas Cowboys Cheerleaders put on

a dazzling display of dancing and singing for more than 500 Soldiers, Civilians, and Family
Members at the Super Gym Dec. 30. During the show, DCC squad member Trisha Trevino
mixed into the audience, giving away autographed DCC Swimsuit calendars to troops who
could answer trivia questions. The 2008 USO-sponsored tour marks its 30th year performing
for the U.S. military community on the peninsula. View these photos at www.flickr.com/
usaghumphreys. — U.S. Army photos by Lori Yerdon and Ken Hall
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U.S. Army Soldier Show: Application deadline extended

By Rob McIlvaine & Tim Hipps
FMWRC Public Affairs
January 22 is the extended deadline to apply for an audition to join the cast and crew
of the 2009 U.S. Army Soldier Show. The previous deadline was December 31.
Those who want to continue the spirit of giving this holiday season now have the extra
preparation time to join the Soldier Show and keep that spirit alive for the coming year.
Army Entertainment Division needs vocalists, dancers, musicians, technicians and
specialty acts for the song-and-dance extravaganza that provides “entertainment for the
Soldier, by the Soldier.”
“I’d like to look at Soldiers with any kind of talent, including but not limited to
comedians, magicians, baton twirlers and gymnasts,” said Victor Hurtado, U.S. Army
Soldier Show production director.
Hurtado was named production director on Dec. 28 after serving one year as Military
Casting and Production Liaison with the NBC show “Nashville Star,” Military Casting
Consultant at the NBC show “America’s Got Talent,” and serving as Senior Producer
and Co-host of Operation Rising Star. Currently, he’s helping to produce Joyce Dodson’s
(winner of 2008 “Operation Rising Star”) recording in Los Angeles.
In addition, drivers are needed to help keep the U.S. Army Soldier Show on the road.
Freightliner trucks and a commercial bus are used to transport the cast, crew and equipment
around the country. Active duty, Reserve and National Guard Soldiers with a valid Class
A driver’s license are preferred, but applicants with any valid driver’s license are eligible
for training.
Application instructions and a letter of release sample are available on the Internet at
ArmyMWR.com by clicking on Recreation & Leisure, Entertainment, and then U.S.
Army Soldier Show.
If sending your nomination via the U.S. Postal Service, mail your packet to: United
States Army Soldier Show, Attn: 2009 Selection Committee, P.O. Box 439, Fort Belvoir,
VA 22060. Via other carriers: United States Army Soldier Show, Attn: 2009 Selection
Committee, 6091 Sharon Lane, Bldg. 1434, Fort Belvoir, VA 22060.
Vocalists must submit a DVD or video cassette that exhibits musical styles, vocal range
and special talents emphasizing musical variety. A suggested format features a spoken
introduction, a minimum of two songs of contrasting styles, and a segment devoted to
additional talents, such as dance or instrumental ability. Musicians must also submit an
audio CD.
Dancers must submit a DVD or video cassette that exhibits different styles of dance.
A spoken introduction, followed by at least two performance numbers illustrating various
techniques, is required. Both solo and partner-accompanied dances are acceptable. Be sure
to include additional talents, particularly vocals.
Vocalists who play musical instruments are ideal candidates for the Soldier Show, which
will consider instrumentalists who can sing. Such candidates are not required to have
musician as their military occupational specialty, but they should be proficient in reading
basic lead sheets or chord charts. Musicians’ audition videos must include a recording of a
solo performance, which can be supplemented by a recording with an ensemble or band.
All nominees must have a minimum of 90 days time in service remaining after completion
of the tour in November 2009, and be deployable worldwide. Soldiers selected for the 2009
U.S. Army Soldier Show must have a change of duty or change of rater evaluation report
completed prior to leaving their units.
Review of video auditions and technicians is scheduled for mid-January and finalists
will be notified through their respective regional headquarters by the Family and Morale,
Welfare and Recreation Command’s U.S. Army Entertainment Division by Jan. 23.
Temporary duty orders will be issued and costs paid by FMWRC for Soldiers to travel to
Fort Belvoir for final auditions.
Those selected for the show will be attached to FMWRC through November 30, and
the others will return to their units. For further information as well as artistic and technical
inquiries, contact Army Soldier Show Production Assistant Sgt. Daren Taylor at 703-380-
8879, or via email at daren.taylor@us.army.mil.
P il a te s a t Tr e nt Gym
ba Fitness,
Zum
Zumba Fitness:
8:30 - 9:30 a.m. Mon., Wed., Fri.
5:30-6:30 p.m. Tues. and Thurs.
Pilates Fitness:
9:30 - 10:30 a.m. Mon., Wed., Fri.
For information, contact Shelton Coonfield, Fitness Instructor,
at 010-2041-7546 or via e-mail at fiercefit@hotmail.com

Annual College Fair seeks volunteers, Military Post Offices closure notice
school representatives Military Post Offices will be closed Mon., Jan. 26 for Lunar New
Year’s Day.
The Ladies of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc are hosting their 2nd Annual Col-
lege Fair on Saturday, April 18, 2009 at Seoul American Elementary School caf- On Jan. 27, normal operations will resume and will be operating with
eteria from noon to 3 p.m. The sorority are seeking volunteers to represent your limited manning.
college, university or service academy. For additional information on this event,
please e-mail ROKDSTCOLLEGEFAIR@hotmail.com or call 010.3135.0466. Contact your local post office for further information.

Boy Scouts give back Comedy ROK’S

Boy Scout Troop 80 delivers cheer to hospital patients ...in Korea
Scouts donate more than 767 magazines collected over New Year’s holiday MWR invites you to laugh out loud
Story and photo by Angela Bean cal Command was delighted to receive the
donated magazines on behalf of the Brian Performance Schedule

B
oy Scout Troop 80 of USAG-Yong-
san started the 2009 New Year on
the right step by sharing cheer that
will be enjoyed by the local community for
months to come.
Troop 80 Scouts held a Good-Turn
Magazine Drive over the New Year’s holi-
day and collected more than 767 magazines
from neighborhoods on post.
Troop 80 consists of four patrols: Drag-
ons, Sharks, Eagles, and Hawks. Each
patrol selected a neighborhood and dis-
tributed flyers on doors while at the same
time collecting trash to help spruce up the
areas.
The Scouts returned on New Year’s Day
to collect magazines from resident’s doors.
Next, the scouts sorted magazines, removed
name labels, bundled magazines into a vari-
ety pack, and then delivered the magazines
to the hospital.
A smiling Col. Leana Fox of 65th Medi-
Boy Scout Troop 80 of USAG-Yongsan Troop
80 Scouts held a Good-Turn Magazine Drive
over the New Year’s holiday and collected
more than 767 magazines from neighbor-
hoods on post. The Scouts delivered the
magazines to the Brian Allgood Communtiy
Hospital and post clinics. To view this photo,
visit www.flickr.com/imcomkorea.
Allgood Community Hospital and post Today
clinics. Humphreys, Tommy D's, 8 p.m.
Fox led the troop throughout the hospi- Jan. 10
tal where scouts greeted patients with wish- Camp Stanley, Reggie's, 7 p.m.
es for a “Happy New Year” and distributed Jan. 11
magazines in lobby magazine racks and K-16, The Landing Zone, 7 p.m.
lounge areas. Jan. 13
Troop 80 Senior Patrol Leader Andrew Camp Casey, Gateway Club, 7 p.m.
Bean, coordinated the Good-Turn project Jan. 14
assisted by Troop 80 Committee Members, Yongsan, Main Post Club, 7 p.m.
Col. and Mrs. Brett Weigle. Completion Jan. 15
of the Good-Turn Magazine Drive also Camp Eagle, Gunfighters Inn, 7 p.m.
helped troop patrols earn the Honor Patrol Jan. 16
Award. Red Cloud, Mitchell's, 7 p.m.
Bean said, “The magazines are from Jan. 17
the community and for the community. I Suwon AB, Scudbusters, 7 p.m.
think it will be cool the next time someone Jan. 18
visits the hospital as sees the magazine he Camp Bonifas, Sanctuary Club, 7 p.m.
or she donated. There were a lot of great Jan. 20
magazines the Scouts wanted to read!” Camp Walker, Hilltop Club, 8 p.m.
The Scouts plan to do a similar project Jan. 21
again in the Spring, before PCS season. Camp Carroll, Hideaway Club, 7 p.m.
JANUARY 9, 2009
Humphreys lighting upgrades could save millions
By Ken Hall
USAG-Humphreys Public Affairs
U S A G - H U MPH R E Y S — T h e
technology found inside digital clocks that
wake us up, illuminates our cell phone
displays and lights traffic signals that keep
us from crashing into one another has found
its way into the lighting systems here.
The Humphreys Directorate of Public
Works recently installed two100-watt
light emitting diode light fixtures outside
the PX Main Street Food Court and
71-watt LED fixtures inside the Subway
Restaurant here. The goal was to prove that
using LED lighting would significantly
reduce Humphreys lighting, electrical and
maintenance costs.
Yun, Sung-pae, a general engineer
at Humphreys DPW came up with the
idea to upgrade the entire installation
outdoor lighting grid with a cost-saving,
environmentally-friendly technology. To
support this initiative, a test-run was needed
to prove the LED’s are worth their weight
in gold.
DPW installed power consumption
meters to monitor the LED light fixtures
outside and inside the Food Court for several
days. Yun said initial results showed the total
power consumption of the 100-watt parking
lot LED’s was 50 percent less than the
400-watt metal-halide lights they replaced;
the LED system installed in the Subway
restaurant showed 26 percent less energy
consumption than the fluorescent lights
they replaced.
In the case of the 100-watt LED street
lamps, this would mean about $80 in total
Free tax advice and filing at Humphreys Tax Center Jan. 21
By Capt. Elizabeth Kadlub
USAG-Humphreys Combined Legal Center
USAG-humphreys — Tax season is
just around the corner and the Humphreys
Tax Center is ready to assist Soldiers,
Civilians and Family members with their
tax filing needs.
Starting Jan. 21, the Tax Center will
provide free tax assistance, advice and
electronic filing.
Since 2005, the Humphreys Tax Center
has filed an average of 1,500 federal and
state income tax returns each year, saving
our community thousands of dollars in
filing fees.
But before you rush down to the tax
center you need to ensure you have the
necessary documents to file your taxes
right the first time. Having the proper
documentation means that you will be able
to file taxes without error and receive a
refund check sooner.
The most important document you
need is the W-2. This form is filled out by
your employer(s) and sent to the Internal
Revenue Service. It lists the income earned
and taxes withheld in a given year. Typically
W-2’s are sent out in January. A taxpayer
may have more than one W-2 if he or she
had more than one employer in a year. W-2’s
for military pay are available on MyPay
online at mypay.dfas.mil/mypay.aspx.
Another common form is Form
AREA III
energy and labor cost savings every year per
light fixture. For the 71-watt LED Subway
lights, it would mean a savings of $9 per
year per light fixture.
And, with thousands of light fixtures
across the garrison that could receive the
changeover to LED’s, this is only the
beginning of a green, state-of-the-art future
for Humphreys.
At Tuesday’s Well Being Council meeting
at the Community Activity Center, garrison
commander Col. John E. Dumoulin, Jr.
reemphasized his commitment to energy
conservation, telling those attending that
any money Humphreys saves conserving
energy can be used to improve quality of
life and for other projects on post.
Workers from Samsung and Humphreys engineers make final adjustments to a new LED light
system they installed in the parking lot of the Main Street Food Court recently. Garrison-wide
use of LED lights could save up to $958,000 per year. — U.S. Army photo by Ken Hall
1099. Banks, investment brokers and
fund managers send this form to you. It
reports other types of income, such as
self-employment income, interest income,
dividend income or cancellation of debt—
also considered income.
Taxpayers may have more than one 1099
depending on the number of accounts they
have. There are other forms that report
various types of income. If you receive any
form that looks like it deals with taxes you
should bring that with you as well.
If a married Soldier is filing jointly then
both spouses need to sign the joint tax
return. In order to sign tax a return for your
spouse you need a power of attorney. IRS
special power of attorney Form 2848 could
be used or you can get a special power of
attorney at a legal center. If you are currently
separated, you should work on doing this
now to save time. If you are going to file
from Korea, please have your spouse to go
their nearest legal assistance office to get a
power of attorney allowing you to sign his
or her name on your joint return. If your
spouse is going to file in the states, please
come to your local legal assistance office to
get a power of attorney.
All taxpayers and family members need to
have a Social Security number or a taxpayer
identification number. If you are a United
States citizen, legal permanent resident or
an authorized temporary resident under
section 42 United States Code sub-section
Yun said there are plans to install solar
power panels on each of the outdoor LED
light fixtures that could make the electrical
energy cost to power them drop to nearly
zero. But LED’s are lacking a couple of
elements found in metal-halide lights
that won’t worry environmentalists or
Humphreys area residents.
“Two important things about LED
lights: they have no mercury in them and
they last several years longer than traditional
metal-halide lights,” said Yun. “They are
very environmentally-friendly and the cost
in labor to maintain them and change them
out is much less.”
Yun noted the LED’s are quiet during
operation, unlike traditional metal-halide
405(c) (2), you should have or be able to get
a Social Security number. One can obtain a
Social Security number by filing form SS-5
with the Social Security Administration.
The name on a Social Security number
must match the name on the tax return.
If you recently got married and have not
updated any name change with the Social
Security Administration you should use
your maiden name on the tax return. To
apply for or to change a name on a Social
Security card please visit www.ssa.gov and
fill out form SS-5.
If your dependents are not U.S. citizens,
legal permanent residents or authorized
temporary residents then your dependents
must obtain an Individual Taxpayer
Identification Number instead. This is a
special identification number used for tax
purposes only. An ITIN can be obtained
by filing a Form W7 with the IRS, found
online at www.irs.gov.
If you recently got married you need to file
your I-130 with United States Citizenship
and Immigration Services immediately to
get your spouse a legal permanent resident
or green card. With this he or she can obtain
a Social Security Number. If you do not
receive a Social Security Number before tax
season comes to an end, then discuss filing
a Form W7 with your tax center.
Divorce and legal separation has tax
implications as well. One issue is claiming
a child for the dependency exemption. In
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street lamps that tend to make a constant
humming sound that can keep nearby
people awake at night and also scare off
wildlife. Another advantage of LED systems
is the dimming control option which saves
energy with the application of ratio of
reduction for brightness.
“Dimming controls for incandescent,
fluorescent and metal-halide lights still
consume the same amount of power no
matter what level of brightness is set,”
said Yun. “The Samsung dimming control
option could also be either remote wireless
or fixed control.”
According to Yun, replacing all the
Humphreys indoor and outdoor lighting
systems with LED lights could generate
savings up to $950,000 per year.
Yun said that LED systems are planned in
all the future building designs at Humphreys
and with the price of semiconductor materials
dropping in recent years, going green opens
the door for exciting cost savings, generating
cash back into the growing Humphreys
community infrastructure.
“In the future construction of Parcel
1 and Parcel 2, we are hoping to install
many LED lights,” said Chang, Haeng soo
Senior Engineer, Product Planning Group,
Samsung LED Lighting which provided
the new lights. “One of the LED lights
we installed in the parking area showed
$1,200,000.00 won (about $775 USD) in
total cost savings over its lifetime.”
The existing lights across Humphreys
last on average about two years, whereas the
LED systems tested here last 10 years. Yun
hopes that LED systems will begin to be
installed throughout the garrison in 2009.
order to claim a dependent exemption after
divorce or legal separation you must provide
proof of who can take the dependency
exemption. The divorce decree or legal
separation agreement normally states who
has this option.
The IRS assumes that the parent who
has custody of the child for the majority
of the year is entitled to claim the child
unless that parent has agreed to give up the
dependent exemption in a divorce decree
or legal separation agreement. The non-
custodial parent can claim the exemption
if he or she has the proper documentation.
Non-custodial parents can file Form 8332
or a similar written statement signed by the
custodial parent granting the non-custodial
parent the right to claim the dependent child
exemption when filing.
The Tax Center is located in building
S-751. Operating hours are from 9 a.m. to
5 p.m. Monday through Wednesday and
Friday and 1 to 6 p.m. on Thursday. If you
are eligible and plan to file a 1040EZ, drop-
off service is available as well as morning
walk-ins and afternoon appointments.
For more information on taxes you can
visit the IRS website to download forms
and publications at www.irs.gov. If you have
questions, visit your legal assistance office
or the tax center when it opens. To contact
the USAG-Humphreys Legal Center call
753-6245, come to building S-734 or e-mail
us at area3legalassistance@korea.army.mil.
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News & Notes
Boss Bargain Weekend Winter Games
IMCOM-K Boss Bargain Weekend is hosting
the 2009 Winter Games to be held from Feb. 15
until 17. Ticket price is $99, including slope-side
lodging, award ceremony, buffet dinner, and lift
ticket and rental for one day and night. Only 40
spaces available for USAG-Humphreys. Make
your reservation no later than Wednesday, Feb. 4
at the CAC. This event is open exclusive for single
and unaccompanied active duty U.S. military
personnel. For more information call 753-8825.
Osan Vets Coming to Humphreys CAC
The Osan Veterinary Clinic will be at the USAG-
Humphreys Community Activity Center Jan.
12 from 9 a.m. until 3 p.m. Appointments are
preferred but walk-ins are also welcomed.
Services provided include: microchip implants,
inoculations, and health checks. Health certificates
for travel or PCS can be issued but owners
must have an appointment for this service.
USFK Regulation 40-5 requires all SOFA status
personnel to completely register their pets within
10 days of arrival on station or acquiring a pet.
For more information or to make an appointment,
call 784-6614 or 031-661-6614.
Stress Management Classes
ACS is holding weekly stress management classes
Thursdays from 1:30 until 2:30 p.m. at Bldg. 311.
Sessions are designed help individuals learn more
effective ways for handling stress in everyday life.
All ID Card holders are eligible for the course.
Contact ACS at 753-8401 for more information.
Biggest Losers Contest
The second annual Biggest Losers Contest
sponsored by the Area III Family & MWR Activities
Sports Program and Area III Health Promotion
started Jan. 1 and will last through Mar. 31. The
duo that loses the highest percentage of their
combined weight between their entry date and
Mar. 31 will each receive fabulous MWR prizes,
including passes to Splish & Splash Water Park,
free bowling and an MWR Value Book.
Change in Sick Call Hours
75th Medical Company Area Support, U.S. Army
Health Clinic - USAG-Humphreys announced a
change in sick call hours. Effective Dec. 8, sick call
hours will be 4:30 - 5:15 p.m. Monday-Wednesday
and Fridays. There will be no sick call Thursdays.
In the event of an emergency, dial 119 if living off
post, 911 if living on post or call the After Hours
Clinic at 0505-753-8111.
Overseas Housing Allowance Survey
Your participation in this year OHA Utility Survey
is critical to your family receiving equitable OHA
utility allowance. All Servicemembers in Korea who
reside off post and receive OHA may access the
survey. The data gathered from the survey is used
to compute OHA Utility and Recurring Maintenance
Allowances for Service members worldwide.
The survey will be available through Jan. 16 at
www.perdiem.osd.mil/oha/survey/novoha.html.
New Humphreys Flickr Website
Want to get copies of photos of a community
event? It’s easy now that U.S. Army Garrison
Humphreys has its own Flickr photo-sharing
webpage. To view or download your own
high-resolution images of community events
go to: www.flickr.com/usaghumphreys. USAG-
Humphreys Public Affairs Office will post
images weekly so check back often.
Call 754-8598 for more information.
We Want Your Stories!
We want to publish your stories and
photos in The Morning Calm Weekly
and on the USAG-Humphreys Command
Channel. Please send any information
or products to Ken Hall at the USAG-
Humphreys Public Affairs Office at 754-8847
or kenneth.david.hall@korea.army.mil.
AREA III
Air Force retiree swims 65 miles in pool
65 year-old Jim Dunnett freestyle swims his 60th mile at the Super Gym pool New Year’s Eve. — U.S. Army photo by Ken Hall
By Ken Hall
USAG-Humphreys Public Affairs
USAG-humphreys — Jim Dunnett
has been long-distance swimming for more
than 25 years. On New Years Day, he
completed the final leg of a 65-mile swim
at the new Super Gym pool here–one mile
for every year of his age.
Dunnett, who works as an outreach
coordinator with the University of Maryland
at Osan Air Base embarked on his most
recent fitness challenge on Oct. 14, just days
after the Humphreys Super Gym opened its
doors for the first time.
“We have such a beautiful facility here
and the Super Gym’s eight lane, 25-meter
pool is fantastic for exercise,” said Dunnett.
“It gets my get-up-and-go power going and
it’s a great time to just meditate. I can just
get in there and get my thoughts together
as I’m swimming.”
Dunnett said that once you get the
strokes down, it’s mind over matter and
added that swimming 65 miles in 11 weeks
has also given him other benefits.
“The energy is better and I haven’t been
less than 200 pounds in several years,” he
said. “I’m 196 now, and feeling great and
it’s really because of the pool. I strongly
BOSS Soldiers bring holiday healing for children
By Spc. Rubie R. Englund
3-2 ADA Bn
S U WO N A I R B A S E — Be t t e r
Opportunity for Single Soldier representatives
from 3rd Battalion 2nd Air Defense Artillery
and volunteers from the Eagle’s Dare
battalion here donated their time to spread
the holiday cheer on Dec. 21.
The Army’s motto is Army Strong and
our mission was to bring that strength to
the children’s ward of Ajou Hospital.
Like many of Soldiers from 3-2 ADA
battalion, many of these children won’t be
going home for the holidays. But hope was
not lost as Mr. and Mrs. Santa Claus–thanks
to Spc. Michael O’Hara, Headquarters
and Headquarters Battery and Pfc. Mary
Mauldin, Delta Battery–made a guest
appearance at the rooms of all the children
who were well enough to take pictures, enjoy
candy canes, sugar cookies and juice boxes
the volunteers brought.
Volunteers sang the holiday classic song
“Jingle Bells” as children had their picture
taken with Santa. A few Soldiers were able to
encourage people to at least give it a try. I
believe that 80 percent of life is just being
there, no matter what you have to do. There
may be many swimmers that haven’t been
in the pool for awhile but once they’ve been
in, they’ll get charged.”
Several days a week, Dunnett commutes
from his home near Osan Air Base to the
Humphreys Super Gym and, starting with
a dive from the waters edge of the lap pool,
he swims for more than an hour.
“I get in there about 6 a.m., swim a
mile or more, get dressed and go to work,”
he said.
Dunnett completed his first long-
distance swim–50-miles–in 1984 while still
active duty Air Force. He was inspired by a
flyer on the wall in the Osan Air Base fitness
center challenging swimmers to be the first
to swim 50 miles in one year.
Dunnett was 40 years old then and he
not only accepted that challenge but became
the first one to swim 50 miles at the Osan
fitness center pool.
“I didn’t expect to be the first one to reach
50 miles back then, but since I’m over 60
years-old now, I figured I better add another
ten miles for good measure,” said Dunnett.
“I received so much encouragement from my
wife Debbie and everyone at the Humphreys
Spc. Michael O’Hara (left) and Pfc. Mary
Mauldin (right) bring cheer and hope to
patients at the Ajou hospital Dec. 21. — U.S.
Army photo by Spc. Rubie R. Englund
hold some of the youngest children and give
high fives to a few of the older patients.
It was difficult to see some of the
disabilities and face the fact that this could
be–for some–their last Christmas. This
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Super Gym that I added another five miles
on New Years Day to reach 65 total miles
since I began in mid-October.”
During the 25 years since his 50-miler,
Dunnett has re-focused his swimming
efforts to completing long distances rather
than being the first in a group of swimmers
in a competitive field to reach long-distance
swimming milestones.
“My knees look like a patchwork quilt
with all the operations I’ve had on them
and now it looks as if I’ll need a hip
replacement,” he said, “but I’m finding out
along the way that swimming has helped a
lot with improving flexibility in my joints
and it’s enabled me to keep the arthritis pains
from old age down to a minimum.”
Dunnett said he will continue swimming
as long as his body holds up and, even
though he’s 65, and has just completed 65
collective miles in the lap pool, he feels no
signs of slowing down.
“The old injuries don’t hurt half as much
as the did before and swimming doesn’t seem
strenuous to me so, I’ll keep pushing myself
and I definitely want to continue on with
swimming,” he said. “I believe in persisting
and overcoming and every time I get in
the pool, it gets a little easier to swim the
distance than the first time.”
made our mission seem that much more
important and motivated us to keep smiling
for everyone there.
“Burn victims, cancer patients and
children with every disease are here,” said
Mr. Lee, a social worker with Ajou University
Hospital and our mission advisor.
Seeing first hand how their parent’s stayed
in the fight, never gave up hope and smiled
even though they knew we could never
understand what they are going through
made this Christmas stand out from all the
rest. These children are just as strong as the
Soldiers who fight for our freedom.
As most of us couldn’t help but wish we
could do more, getting the opportunity to
bring Santa and a bit of American tradition
to the hospital made our hearts seem a little
less empty this holiday season.
So, thank you to Mr. Mun, our 3-2 ADA
Bn community advisor, Pfc. Ziegler, BOSS
Treasurer and primary organizer for this
event and all of the volunteers who took
the time to share and bring the Christmas
spirit to some who might never have known
Christmas at all.
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Dallas Cowboys Cheerleaders light up Humphreys holidays
By Ken Hall
USAG-Humphreys Public Affairs
USAG-HUMPHREYS — The Dallas
Cowboys cheerleaders gave a special holiday
treat to the more than 500 Soldiers, Civilians
and Family members who jammed into the
Super Gym here on Dec. 30.
This year marks the 30th year the DCC
have performed during Christmas time for
American troops serving throughout the
Korean peninsula.
“It was a great show,” said Pfc. Shawn
Thomas, 557th Military Police Company.
“The place was packed and everyone was
going off the wall for the girls. They were
really awesome.”
12 of the 36-member DCC squad began
their 75-minute, musical and variety holiday
tour on Christmas Day at Osan Air Base,
followed by performances at Kunsan Air
Base, Dec. 26, Yongsan Garrison, Dec. 27,
Camp Casey, Dec. 29, Humphreys Garrison
Dec. 30 and concluded this year’s tour at
Camp Walker on New Years Eve.
“There were only 12 of us who were able
to come this year, but every one of them
would love to be here in our position,” said
four-year DCC veteran Trisha Trevino.
Trevino said that Soldiers, Sailors,
Airmen and Marines have thanked them
everywhere they go and have told DCC
squad members they bring a little bit of
home to them with their performances.
“It’s important that tours like this
happen because we want everyone we visit
to know that while we represent the Dallas
Cowboys organization, the Dallas Cowboys
Cheerleaders–and America–we still think
about them all the time and we never
Soldier wins New Year’s shootout without making a shot
By Ken Hall
USAG-Humphreys Public Affairs
USAG-HUMPHREYS — More than
40 Soldiers, Civilians and Family Members
showed up at the Super Gym New Year’s
Day for a chance to win a free round-trip
airline ticket to the United States in the
Morale Welfare and Recreation Fly-Away
Home basketball shootout.
The ticket was up for grabs to the person
who could sink the most baskets from four
spots on the court–first from the free-throw
line, then at the three-point line, then half-
court, and finally (if anyone made it that
far) from three-quarter court.
But this year’s winner of the Fly-Away
Home shootout contest never got off the
bench to take a shot–Lt. Col. Michael
G. Freiburger, commander of the 501st
Military Intelligence battalion walked away
with the free ticket.
Freiburger said he told Soldiers in his
battalion they should come out to the New
Years Day shootout at the Super Gym, but
none came.
“I encouraged my Soldiers to participate
in the shootout for their chance to win, and
now I ended up winning,” said Freiburger. “I
haven’t decided what I’m going to do with
the ticket yet, but it’s tempting to get some
skiing in back home.”
The ten contestants were chosen in a
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Dallas Cowboys Cheerleaders signed autographs for more than 300 Soldiers, Civilians, and Family Members after a packed-house performance
at the Super Gym Dec. 30. The 2008 holiday tour marks the 30th year DCC squad members have spent their holidays with the troops in Korea.
Download this photo and find more online at www.flickr.com/imcomkorea. — U.S. Army photo by Ken Hall
forget the sacrifices they make to protect said Betty Naylor, USO Entertainment. visit their service members here during the
us at home. They signed up for this–they Between performances the cheerleaders holidays,” she said. “We want everyone who
volunteered to put their lives on the line wasted no time hitting Korean shopping serves here to keep their heads up and know
and are on-call for us, 24-7, and this is our districts across the peninsula. that we all love them and support them.”
way of saying thank you.” “During the first few days here we went After the show, Humphreys Deputy
Since the 1970’s, DCC members have shopping and the girls bought so much stuff Garrison commander David W. Frodsham
toured throughout the United Sates and that I was worried we wouldn’t have enough presented the cheerleaders a special plaque
overseas in places like Afghanistan and room for it all to travel,” said Naylor. in recognition of their stead-fast support of
Iraq. The United Services Organization has Second-year squad member Erica Jenkins the Humphreys Garrison community.
organized DCC visits to Korea since their said that she hopes to return to Korea for as The 12 members of America’s Sweethearts
first tour here in 1979. many holiday tours as she can. stayed for two hours after the show to sign
“I’ve gone on tour with the DCC nine “It’s great that there are family members autographs and take pictures with hundreds
times and they are always very professional,” who can live here and some that can come of Humphreys community members.
random drawing from all entrants. All
of the contestants, including two grade-
school children, made the free-throw line
shot. Only three of the 10 shooters made
three-point shots. None made it from half-
court and this is where the back-up plan for
awarding the airline ticket came into play.
Freiburger arrived late to the shootout
and was not among the ten shooting
participants, but this would still be his
lucky day.
According to the contest rules if no
contestants made all the shot attempts,
a follow-on, random drawing of three
door prize tickets, which included the ten
shooting contestants and everyone else in
the stands cheering them on would take
place to determine a winner.
The first and second of the three door
prize tickets drawn received an Area III
Morale, Welfare and Recreation value
book. Freiburger’s ticket was drawn third
and he won the round-trip airline ticket to
anywhere in the U.S.
“Somebody was going to win,” said Mike
Mooney, Humphreys MWR Marketing
Chief. “This year we were fortunate to have
sponsorship from U.S. Airline Alliance.
We’ll have a Polar Bear Swim at Splish and
Splash on Jan. 10 at 1300 and we’ll be giving
away Area III MWR jackets and value books
to the first 20 people who plunge neck-deep Sgt. 1st Class Eric Romain, HHC, 194th CSSB takes a shot from the free-throw line at the Super
into the cold water.” Gym during the Fly-Away Home shootout New Year’s Day. — U.S. Army photo by Ken Hall
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Dallas Cowboys Cheerleaders bring their

high-kicking holiday spirits to Daegu

(Clockwise from top) The Dallas Cowboys Cheerleaders energetically perform an entertaining dance routine during their main show at Camp Walker’s Kelly Gym, Dec. 31.
Cheerleader Tobie Kay signs her autograph for an appreciative Soldier during the autograph and photo session. Cheerleader Trisha Trevino asks Phillip Garcia a Dallas
Cowboys trivia question. Garcia received a Dallas Cowboys Cheerleaders calendar for his correct answer. — U.S. Army photo by Kim, Keun-kyo
By Kim, Keun-kyo to the delight of the entire community to their 90-minute show at Kelly Gym, full
USAG-Daegu Public Affairs which enjoyed their visit. of passionate dance performances, including
The first group of Cowboys Cheerleaders cheerleading and hip hop, country and solo
CAMP WALKER – Their white and arrived at Camp Carroll for lunch at the dancing by Cheerleader Tobie Kay. Their
blue uniforms are, arguably, one of the Camp Carroll Bowling Center, followed by a athleticism, high spirits and timing wowed
most recognized uniforms in professional show at the Community Activities Center. the crowd.
sports. While they don’t play on the Another group of Cowboys Cheerleaders At the conclusion of the show,
gridiron, they do play a huge part in the headed to Camp Walker, where they gave USAG-Daegu Garrison Commander,
atmosphere of every football game they are a mini cheer clinic, including a mini- Col. Michael P. Saulnier and Command
a part of, and their fitness level rivals that performance in advance of the evening show, Sgt. Maj. David R. Abbott presented
of the athletes they cheer for. played games with kids in attendance, gave coins to the Cheerleaders to show the
The world-famous Dallas Cowboys autographs and took photos with fans at the entire community’s appreciation, and the
Cheerleaders ushered out 2008 at USAG- Youth Services Gym. Cowboys Cheerleaders spent time with
Daegu, Dec. 31 with a series of events and At 5 p.m., the squad treated hundreds fans, giving autographs and having their
performances at Camps Caroll and Walker, of Soldiers, civilians and family members photos taken with them.
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t News & Notes Exceptional Family Member Program

2009 DSA Tuition Scholarship
Applications for five tuition-only
scholarships totaling $10,000 are now
available to qualifying Daegu Spouse
Association members and their
dependents. The application with
applicable rules is available online at
www.taeguspouses.org. Submission
deadline is March 31, 2009. Contact
Laurie Slade at sladeborg@aol.com or
010-8671-6061 for more information.
Basketball All-Star
USAG-Daegu’s Post Basketball All-
star game will be held Jan. 24, 3 p.m. at
Kelly Fitness Center. The Camp Carroll
All Stars will take on the Daegu All
Stars for bragging rights. For details,
call Carlos Algarin at 768-8118 or Neal
Fleisher at 764-4800.
Softball Coaches Wanted
The USAG Daegu Sports Office is
looking for a Post Level Softball
Coach and Assistant Coach for the
2009 traveling Men’s & Women’s
Softball League, which plays from
May - August. Submit resumes to the
USAG Daegu Sports Director. Call
764-4800.
DSA BUNCO night
The event will be held at Camp Henry
ACS, Jan. 15 at 6:30 p.m. Cost is $5.
Bring your favorite food. Raffle tickets
are $1.One guest is allowed who has
not attended previous events. Come
and join in the fun with DSA. RSVP
by Jan. 12 to Lara Fiscus at larakf3@
gmail.com.
Comedy ROK’s
Nights of comedy will be held at the
Hilltop Club Jan. 20 at 8 p.m. and at
the Hideaway Club Jan. 21 at 7 p.m..
Admission is free. Shows contain
adult content and language, and are
not suitable for children under the
keeps Army Families Army Strong
By Kwon, Min-seok
USAG-Daegu Public Affairs
USAG-DAEGU – ‘A happy family
produces a productive Soldier.’ This slogan
for the Exceptional Family Member Program
means that Soldiers are better able to
accomplish their mission when they know
that their family is being taken care of.
When Soldiers who have family members
with special needs see the slogan, its
meaning is readily apparent to them. The
Exceptional Family Member Program
makes comprehensive, coordinated and
multi - agency efforts to find appropriate
off-post resources for medical, educational,
housing, community support and personnel
services. Enrollment in the program is
mandatory under Department of Defense
and Army regulations; Soldiers must enroll
family member with special needs into the
EFMP.
Enrollment in the program means that
documentation of the exceptional family
member’s information is processed so that
United States Army Garrison-Daegu Exceptional Family Member Program Manager
they can be monitored and served in a
Mirian Suber-Houston of Camp Henry’s ACS is ready to welcome Daegu community
proper way.
families with special needs and eager to provide them with a variety of resources for
It is another way to support Service
their special care needs. — U.S. Army photo by Kwon, Min-seok
members and their family members with
special needs with Army benefits while housing, medical liaison, educational USAG-Daegu’s EFMP offers off-
they serve the community. Enrollment in information and more. This program allows post resources for mainly medical and/or
the EFMP has no adverse effect on career them to focus on the mission, while making educational services to Soldiers and their
progression or selection for promotion, it much easier to meet the unique care needs exceptional family members in the Daegu
schools and assignment. Rather, it enables and ensure the welfare of their own family community.
the Army to consider specific information members (children or adults). Anyone with children ages 3 – 21,
about the Soldier’s family during the “Knowingly providing false information specified on a DoD Dependents Schools’
assignment process so as to more suitably may be the basis for disciplinary or Individualized Education Program, who
locate them in a place within either the administrative action in the future,” said has at least a moderate speech or learning
continental United States or overseas United States Army Garrison - Daegu disability or Attention Deficient Hyperactive
where the Soldier can be satisfied with the EFMP Manager Mirian Suber-Houston. “It Disorder, must enroll and can get help from
assignment and their family’s needs can be (mandatory enrollment in the EFM program) a special education service institution or
met. saves money and time beforehand when it management / treatment by a pediatrician,
It effectively helps the Soldiers reduce comes to assignment consideration. That’s mental health provider or counselor in
stress related to a Permanent Change of why enrolling in the program is mandatory the local community. It also applies to
Station move by providing them with and necessary for both Army administrators
specific information and assistance for and exceptional Army Family Members.” – See EFMP Page 28 –

Happy Korean New Year!

age of 18. For more information call
the Hilltop Club at 764-4985 or the
Hideaway Club at 765-8574.

Camp Carroll Worship Service

Every Tuesday there will be an
11:40 a.m. worship service at the
Camp Carroll Chapel. Everyone is
invited. Lunch will be provided after
the service. For more information,
contact the Camp Carroll Chapel
staff at 765-8343.
Customer Management Services
Let your voice be heard! Go to the
USAG Daegu homepage at http://ima.
korea.mil/areaIV/sites/local/default.
asp and click on the ICE (Interactive
Customer Evaluation) logo to make a
comment. We want to hear from you!
For more information contact Robert
Bridgewater at 768-6274.
Visit www.flickr.com/imcomkorea to
download high-resolution versions
of the photos featured in the USAG-
Daegu section of the Morning Calm.
Seol-ral celebrates Lunar New Year, Korean traditional customs in Korea
Compiled by Pfc. Lee, Dodam
USAG-Daegu Public Affairs
It could be a little bit confusing for
those who never have celebrated Korean
New Year, since the New Year has already
passed on Jan. 1.
Korean New Year refers to the first day
of the lunar Korean calendar, which occurs
this year on Jan. 26.
In Korea, Korean New Year is one of
major holidays, along with Chu-Seok, or
Korean Thanksgiving. Korean New Year
is also known as Seol-ral in Korean. It is
typically a holiday for the whole family;
People dress up in Hanbok, Korean
traditional clothing and perform Cha-re,
the offering to ancestors in the morning.
Dduk-guk is the main dish on the
holiday. It is soup with rice cake, and
people believe that people have to eat
Dduk-guk during the Korean New Year in
order to gain one year of age.
Sebae is also a common custom on
the holiday. It is the traditional practice
of paying respect to parents and people
by giving a deep traditional bow. Parents
reward this by giving their children New
Year’s money.
Various Korean folk games are also
played, such as kite flying, Yut-nori (a
Korean traditional board game), Go-Stop
(Korean card game), top-spinning and
snow sliding. Koreans also go to a fortune
teller to foresee the New Year. It is based on
Tojong Bigyeol, a book in which a fortune
teller provides a consultation based on a
person’s date of birth.

Chilgok County Tree Lighting
Trees on the sidewalk along Camp
Carroll’s Gate Four are beautifuly lit,
making the community warmer and
brighter during the holiday season. —
U.S. Army photos by Pfc. Lee, Dodam
AREA IV
By Pfc. Lee, Dodam
USAG-Daegu Public Affairs
It is winter yet Camp Carroll soldiers
and Chilgok County residents feel much
warmer due to the newly lighted trees
along the sidewalk at Camp Carroll’s
Gate Four.
Chilgok County Governor Bae, Sang
do mainly programmed this project to
make Camp Carroll Soldiers and local
residents feel the holiday spirit and for
aesthetics of the town. His appreciation
to our entire community certainly
strengthens the relationship between
Camp Carroll and Chilgok County. It
is essential to keep a decent relationship
between Soldiers and the local community
since they always help each other.
Trees will be lighted until Feb. 15, every
night from 5:20 p.m. to midnight.
Safety Corner
Microwave Oven & Smoke Detector Safety
Avoiding Microwave-Related
Fires and Burns
Microwave ovens have simplified
cooking and reheating foods in homes
every where. However, microwave use
results in thousands of home fires each
year. Microwave burns cause more
emergency room scald burn injuries than
any other cooking device. Use these safety
tips to stay safe.
•Plug the microwave directly into an
outlet. Using an extension cord can
overload the circuit and cause a fire.
•Use only microwave-safe cookware.
•Open food heated in the microwave
slowly, and hold it away from your face.
•Never use aluminum foil or other metal
objects in the microwave.
•If you have a fire in your microwave, turn
the oven off immediately and keep the
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door closed. Do not open the door until
the fire is completely out.
•Unattended cooking has caused 60
responses by the fire department this
year - keep an eye on your food - it cooks
quickly.
Smoke Detector Safety
Smoke Detectors are proven to save lives.
It provides an early warning to occupants
that a fire has generated toxic smoke and
gases sufficient to set of the alarm. Smoke
detectors save lives—check yours today.
•Test smoke alarms at least once a
month.
•Ensure your carbon monoxide detector
is working.
•Practice evacuation drills with your
family so everyone knows what to do and
how to get out in case of fire.
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This week’s USAG-Daegu job profile: Chaplain Assistant NCOIC

Sgt. Shonna V. Laury
Chaplain Assistant NCIOC
How do you help USAG-Daegu to
accomplish its mission?
I help USAG support the needs of the
Solider and help build morale. Building
and having morale is the number one thing
to help Soldiers to do their jobs and stay
focused. Since I have been here we have had
Hallieugh Night for the community to enjoy
service and fellowship with one another; it’s
a great fellowship time with fun and games
in place of Halloween. We have also had a
Thanksgiving Prayer Breakfast and Service.
In December we put together a Christmas
tree lighting ceremony to celebrate the
season. Soldiers are so far away from home
during the holiday season and this helps
them to feel the presence of being home
and not alone.
What qualities does your job require?
My job requires that you have a secret
clearance and a GT score of at least 110.
You have to know that some areas are
confidential when it comes to your job,
such as counseling the chaplain may have -
anything you hear is strictly confidential.
What do you like most about your job?
The thing I like most about my job is
helping people. Some Soldiers don’t feel
comfortable talking to a chaplain so they
come to me. They just want someone to
listen to their problems. I don’t counsel
any Solider, they just want someone to
listen and I listen. It makes them feel better
and then I feel good that I can assist them.
Some people may refer you to the chaplain,
but sometimes other Soldiers just feel more
comfortable talking to another Soldier.
What is the one thing that most people
don’t know about your job?
The one thing that people don’t know
about my job is that you don’t have to be
religious to have this MOS. I am a Christian
and others may not be. but they still perform
their jobs well. Yes, you may say to others
why you took that MOS, but they have their
own answers and someday they will see how
much having this MOS can be helpful to
them as well.

AREA IV Job Opportunities

ANNOUNCEMENT NUMBER VACANCY GRADE LOCATION CLOSE DATE

APF US CITIZEN POSITIONS
KOEZ08841851 Human Resource Specialist YA-2 CPAC, Cp. Henry Jan. 16
KRNAFEZ080049WW Project Manager NF-4 DFMWR, Cp. Henry Jan. 20
KOEZ08783038R-1 Marine Cargo Specialist GS-9 837th Trans Bn, Busan Feb. 21
For more information, contact Employment Readiness Program Manager, Steven Wegley at 768-7951

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infants and toddlers under three on an
Individualized Family Service Plan with a
high probability of developmental delay.
Family members who require medical
care beyond that normally provided by a
family practitioner in an outpatient clinic
must also enroll to get those medical
services. The EFMP program can help to
bridge the gap and ease the process for
those with special needs and local services
providers off post.
Any family with educational or medical
needs who has already enrolled in the EFMP
can benefit from the flexible support of the
Army Community Service Respite Care
program for exceptional families, which
is a short, planned period of rest. Simply
put, it is a much-needed break – a reprieve
from the continuous, stressful demands of
caring for an exceptional family member
while increasing opportunities for the
family member to gain new skills. ACS will
subsidize up to 40 hours of care by their own
respite care worker per month, per eligible
family member, for qualified families.
“My motto is ‘A happy family produces
a productive Soldier.” emphasized Suber-
Houston. “If services are needed, my goal
is to assist the family through all resources
available…for example, support groups,
classes or training. I want to provide
whatever services I can for every military
family with special needs.”
To get more information on the EFM
program or to enroll, contact EFMP
manager, Mirian Suber-Houston at DSN
768-8329 or email at mirian.houston@
korea.army.mil.

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