Feature Stories
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Engineers Divide to Accomplish Mission
Katee McCluskey and her husband, Pfc. Dustin McCluskey, 584th MAC, sample items at a buffet during a 20th Eng. Bn. party, Jan. 27. The get-together marked one of the last times the battalion’s Soldiers will all be at the same place for the next year.
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1st Med Bde Cases Colors
1st Med. Bde. Commander Col. Bruce McVeigh and Command Sgt. Maj. Michael Mullaney case the brigade colors Friday during a ceremony at Cooper Field. The ceremony marked the brigade’s final step before beginning a nine-month deployment to Afghanistan.
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Army Nurses Embrace Past, Engage Future, Celebrate 111th Anniversary
Representing the oldest and youngest nurses at CRDAMC, Lt. Col. Claire Joseph (right) and 2nd Lt. Jamie Hefter cut the cake at the hospital’s celebration of the 111th anniversary of the Army Nurse Corps Feb. 2.
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180th Trans Promotes Safety, Fitness with Event
Bikers get the competition started during the five-mile bike portion of a triathlon sponsored by the 180th Trans. Bn., 4th Sust. Bde., at Dana Peak Park in Harker Heights, Jan. 27.
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13th ESC help provide Dutch Soldiers Opportunity to Train
Specialist Dexavier McCray, 53rd Quartermaster Company, 553rd Combat Support Battalion, 4th Sustainment Brigade, works with Spc. Ashley Smith, Regimental Support Squadron, 3rd Cavalry Regiment, at strapping down water barrels Jan. 23.
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Texas Rangers Visit WTB Soldiers
Texas Rangers manager Ron Washington signs autographs for Lt. Col. Chris Cook, commander of 1st Bn., WTB, during a meet-and-greet with WTB Soldiers Jan. 31 at the unit’s battalion headquarters.
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Fort Hood Rugby Routes Arlington
Fort Hood flyhalf Steve Dwyer breaks a tackle as teammate Clint Wing runs in support during a match against the Arlington Mavericks Jan. 28 in Arlington. The Phantom Warriors, competing in their first match in two years, won 24-5.
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COMMAND SPOTLIGHT
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We all have our reasons for joining the military, some to learn a skill, some for patriotism, & others like me because military service is just a proud part of the Family. When I talk to Soldiers, I tell them, "I know none of us join the Army to get rich."
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As I move around Fort Hood on a daily
basis, I'm amazed at the number of projects, initiatives and programs that are underway or already in place here. Sometimes we get so busy or caught up in our daily routines that we don't realize all of the great things going on that are designed...
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The ID Card Appointment System is now in its second year and is extremely successful. Walking in and waiting for an ID card is a thing of the past at the Copeland Soldiers Service Center. With the creation of the online appointment system you have the ability to plan ahead & schedule appointments.
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Hood Happenings
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Murder Mystery Dinner Theater
Celebrity Murder Mystery Dinner Theater is coming to Club Hood on February 14! This is one of the only comedy murder mystery shows with a cast of celebrity impersonators! The show also features detectives hilariously solving a crime and leading the audience through a trail of clues. 6pm Cocktails and 7pm Dinner and Show. For reservations and more info, call 254-532-5073.
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3rd Annual Culinary Arts Presentation
The III Corps & Fort Hood Culinary Arts Team will be hosting our 3rd Annual Cold Table Presentation on the 15th of February, 2012 from 1100 to 1600. There will be a host live food and dessert challenge. We cordially invite you to join us for this presentation of food and art. Please come and show support as this will be the last display before the 37th Annual Military Culinary Arts Competition.
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Hood Hero Awards Ceremony
Fort Hood honors those people making a difference at the Great Place during the quarterly Hood Hero Awards Ceremony and Luncheon is 16 February 2012, from 1130 to 1300 at Club Hood, Grande Ballroom. Tickets are $12.50 per person and will be on sale until COB 10 February 2012. Tickets are not sold at the door. For ticket information, call 287-3579.
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2012 Fort Hood Combatives
The 2012 Fort Hood Combatives Tournament begins Monday, and with combatives at an all-time high on post, the tournament looks to be the toughest yet. Basic Rules Bouts 13-14 Feb, 0900-1700; Intermediate Rules Bouts 15 Feb, 0900-UTC; Advanced Rules Bouts and Championships 16 Feb, 1800-2100. All bouts are at the Abrams Fitness Center. For more information call 287-5493.
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Tent Sale for Pet Products
The Clear Creek Exchange hosts a two-day tent sale of pet products from 9 a.m.-7 p.m. on February 17th and 18th. In addition to the sales, Lone Star Dog Trainer James Hamm will be featured and the Fort Hood Veterinary Clinic will be on hand to answer questions. The clinic will also have pets available for adoption both days. For more information, call 532-7200.
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Purple Heart Ball
The Military Order of the Purple Heart Chapter 1876, will be holding its 10th Annual Ball at Club Hood, Saturday, 18 Feb, 6-11pm. The ball is free to all Purple Heart recipients and one guest. MUST RSVP no later than 6pm, 10 Feb. Guest speraker is Texas State Representative Jimmy Don Aycock. Entertainment provided by "Island Breeze." RSVP at 254-393-0087.
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Get Help for PTSD
Something happen in Iraq or Afghanistan that you can't get out of your head? Is it causing sleep problems or making you jumpy, irritable, or distant? You may have PTSD, & may be able to get help from STRONG STAR. STRONG STAR is recruiting Fort Hood service members for studies using the leading psychological treatments for PTSD. Call 288-1638 or visit us at CRDAMC Rm 1417 or www.strongstar.org.
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Major Units on Fort Hood
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Commanding General MG Daniel Allyn
Command Sergeant Major CSM Isaia Vimoto
Staff Duty Officer 254-288-0928
Public Affairs POC LTC Chad G. Carroll 254-287-9398
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Commanding General MG Perry L. Wiggins
Command Sergeant Major CSM Ronald E. Orosz
Staff Duty Officer 254-553-9378
Public Affairs POC Jay Adams 254-553-4994
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Commander COL Knowles Y. Atchison
Command Sergeant Major CSM Terry E. Parham Sr.
Staff Duty Officer 254-287-8800
Public Affairs POC CPT Monika Comeaux 254-288-7342
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Commander COL Laura Richardson
Command Sergeant Major CSM Michael Bobb
Public Affairs POC Eloise Lundgren 254-288-9110
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Commander COL Bruce W. McVeigh
Command Sergeant Major CSM Roger Velarde
Staff Duty Officer 254-287-2707
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Commander COL John Richardson
Command Sergeant Major CSM Patrick Akuna
Staff Duty Officer 254-286-6823
Public Affairs POC MAJ Jason Billington 254-368-6774
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Director COL Archie Davis
Sergeant Major SGM Deborah Gibson
Operations Officer Gregory Perry 254-288-2282
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Commander COL Neil Hersey
Command Sergeant Major CSM Mickey Somers
Staff Duty Officer 254-288-2300
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Commander COL David Hill
Command Sergeant Major CSM Geoffrey Harris
Staff Duty Officer 254-618-8144
Public Affairs POC 1LT Sean Christopherson 254-618-8387
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Commander COL William E. McRae
Command Sergeant Major CSM Kelvin A. Hughes
Staff Duty Officer 254-287-7360
Public Affairs POC SSG Kyle J. Richardson 254-287-7039
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Commander COL Maria T. Zumwalt
Command Sergeant Major CSM Kenneth M. Graham
Command Secretary 254-288-6922
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Commander COL Randall McIntire
Command Sergeant Major CSM Finis. A. Dodson
Staff Duty Officer 254-553-4009
Public Affairs POC MAJ Ramona Bellard 254-553-4477
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Commander COL Leo J. Ruth III
Command Sergeant Major CSM Mark E. Berry
Operations Sergeant Major Dennis S. Guthrie
Staff Duty Officer 254-287-0173
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Commander COL Patrick W. Williams
Command Sergeant Major CSM Peter J. Ladd
Public Affairs POC CPT Jessica Rovero 254-287-5419
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Commander COL Danny Tilzey
Command Sergeant Major CSM Jose Crisostomo
Public Affairs POC Jessica Sanders 254-287-1617
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Commander COL Gary Johnston
Command Sergeant Major CSM Dennis Eger
Staff Duty Officer 254-288-1343
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Commander COL Patrick Sargent
Command Sergeant Major CSM Christopher Walls
Public Affairs POC Jeri Chappelle 254-288-8005
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Commander COL John M. Kolessar
Command Sergeant Major CSM Kyle W. Crump
Staff Duty/EOC 254-288-4161
Public Affairs Office 254-285-5023
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Commander LTC Patricia S. Collins
Command Sergeant Major CSM Fritz U. Smith
Public Affairs POC CPT Jon Kayl 254-287-4441
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Commander LTC Willie J. Locke III
Command Sergeant Major CSM Woody B. Carter
Staff Duty 254-287-3997
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Commander LTC Douglas S. Lowrey
Command Sergeant Major CSM Cortorcha G. Rucker
Public Affairs POC MAJ Nicole D. Beavers 254-287-7522
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Commandant CSM George D. Duncan
Deputy Commandant SGM Larry D.Shaw
Secretary 254-287-9190
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Civilian Spotlight
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Carla Picinich, Agronomist for the
Natural Resources Division, DPW, was awarded for
Outstanding Commitment to a Job as an Individual for the 4th Quarter 2011 during the 15 Nov. Hood Heroes Award Ceremony.
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Fort Hood Tax Center
The Fort Hood Tax Center is open and provides free tax filing and assistance to all Department of Defense ID cardholders. The Tax Center is co-located with the Clear Creek Commissary.
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