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LEFT: Sgt. Marsilee Burrus, 8th U.S. Army Civil Military Operations, is given
a demonstration of a new model grenade launcher by a Program
Executive Office Soldier representative July 30 at Yongsan Garrison. PEO
was in Yongsan displaying new equipment, next generation weapons and
enhanced warfighting uniforms that will be issued to Soldiers in 2008.
The POE Road Show continues in August with demonstrations at Camps
Humphreys, Carroll and Walker. See page 4 for story and a complete
show shedule.
PFC. DAVID ALVARADO
2 August 3, 2007
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Command - Korea Ulchi Focus Lens 2007 Safety Message
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Public Affairs Officer/Editor: Edward N. Johnson
Volunteer Writer/Editor:Susan Silpasornprasit
Exercise starts soon. This year’s exercise they perceive risks to be lower than they
promises to be a demanding one that will actually are—setting the stage for an accident.
USAG-RED CLOUD present great opportunities for our combined Everyone will have to remain sharply focused
Commander: Col. Larry A. Jackson
Public Affairs Officer: Margaret Banish-Donaldson and joint warfighting teams to evaluate our throughout the entire period of the exercise to
CI Officer: James F. Cunningham mission essential tasks and improve our war ensure we complete this training event safely.
USAG-YONGSAN fighting capabilities. It is essential that we -August is the hottest month of the summer
Commander: Col. David W. Hall receive maximum benefits from this training and poses great risks for heat related injuries.
Public Affairs Officer: David McNally
Staff Writer: Cpl. Jung Jae-hoon
event. Should war come, the success of our To reduce the potential for hot weather related
ROK-US Alliance will be largely determined by injuries, leaders must understand the
USAG-HUMPHREYS our ability to execute our “CFC fight tonight” cumulative effects of heat exposure and
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Subject #1 was walking away from her barracks she was
AREA I: Traffic Accident with Injuries, Damage to given a direct order by Victim #1 to stop due to Subject #1
Government Property, Damage to Private Property, Failure missing formation. Victim #1 was directed to bring Subject
Sustain, Support, Defend to Report a Traffic Accident, Following Too Close, Subject #1 to see the unit First Sgt. Subject #1 continued to walk
#1, operating a GOV with Witness #1 as a passenger, struck away and Victim #1 attempted to restrain her by grabbing
Victim #1’s POV with Victim #2 and Victim #3 as passengers her shoulder. Subject #1 responded by pushing Victim #1 to
Visit us online on MSR #3. Damages to Subject #1’s vehicle consisted of the ground and proceeded to strike Victim #1 in the face
The Morning Calm is online at cracks and paint transfer to the front bumper. Damages to numerous times with a closed hand and kicked Victim #1 in
http://ima.korea.army.mil Victim #1’s vehicle consisted of dents and scratches to the the stomach.Subject #1 was detained and transported to
rear bumper. Victim #1 and Victim #3 are being treated at the the USAG-Humphreys PMO where MP detected an odor of
Samsung Orthopedics Hospital with sprained backs and an alcoholic beverage emitting from Subject #1’s person.
will both remain there for two weeks. Victim #2 sustained Subject #1 was not administered a PBT or FSTs due to her
unknown injuries. KNP was notified, but declined to file a refusal. Subject #1 was advised of her legal rights, which
report. All parties reported utilization of their seatbelts. she invoked. Subject #1 was then transported to the USAG-
ECOD is unknown. This is a final report. Humphreys UCC where she was administered a command
directed LBAT, with results pending. Victim #2 and Victim
AREA II: Driving Under the Influence of Intoxicant, Subject #3 sustained injuries consisting of scratches and abrasions
#1, operating a POV, was stopped by KNP adjacent to the to their arms and legs, but declined medical attention. Victim
Queenvilla, Ichon-dong, Yongsan-gu, when KNP detected #1 did not report any injuries. Subject #1 was processed
an odor of an alcoholic beverage emitting from Subject #1’s and released to her unit. This is a final report.
person. Subject #1 was administered a PBT by KNP with a
result of 0.188% BAC. Subject #1 was charged by KNP AREA VI: Unlawful Transfer of Duty Free Goods,
Submitting to under KRTL ART #44-1 (Driving Under the Influence of
Alcohol). Subject #1 requested to be released into MP
Purchasing in Excess of Personal Needs, Investigation
revealed by MPI that between January and April, Subject
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on a CJ Form 2. Subject #1 was transported to 121st CSH
#1 purchased numerous baby formula, baby food and
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For all submitted items include a point of contact name where her USFK driver’s license was retained and issued an them. On July 23, Subject #1 reported to the USAG-Daegu
and telephone number. All items are subject to editing for order to show cause memorandum. Subject #1 was released PMO where she was advised of her legal rights, which she
content and to insure they conform with DoD guidelines.
to her supervisor. At 3 p.m., Subject #1 reported to the waived, rendering a written statement admitting to the
IMCOM-K Public Affairs USAG-Yongsan PMO where she was advised of her legal offenses. Subject #1 was processed and released to her
and the Morning Calm Weekly staff are located in
Bldg. 1416, Yongsan Garrison Main Post.
rights, which she waived, rendering a written sworn sponsor. Subject #1’s RCP was confiscated. On 23 July
For information, call 724-3365. statement admitting to the offense. Investigation continues SJA opined there is sufficient probable cause to charge
by MPTAI. Subject #1 with the offenses. This is a final report.
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Korean Service Corps employees and guests enjoy delicious American and Korean food at the 57th anniversary celebration held at USAG-RC pavilion.
17th Anniversary
of the ADA
The Justice Department celebrated
July 26 as the 17th Anniversary of
the Americans with Disabilities Act.
For more information log on to the
ADA home page: http://
www.ada.gov.
Retiree Council
Signing Ceremony
The Retiree Council By-Laws
Singing Ceremony and meeting will
be held from 5:30-7 p.m. Aug. 8 at
the USAG-Casey Digital
Conference Center. For more
information call: 730-4228.
EDWARD JOHNSON
While touring the Joint Security Area at the DMZ, visitors can view North Korean facilities and check points from the Republic of Korea and frequently see North Korean soldiers as pictured above.
Yongsan youth find fun, But there are many things to do besides
swimming. Camp Adventure offers activities like
friends at summer day camp arts and crafts, cooking and even Tae Kwon Do.
Children first decide what activities they want
By David McNally to try and then break into groups.
USAG-Yongsan Public Affairs
“I’ve never worked in a Camp Adventure
CAMP ADVENTURE — For eight fun-filled program this large before,” said Yongsan Camp
weeks every summer, the Yongsan School Age Adventure Director An Do. “There’s a real good
Services building turns into “Camp Adventure”. group dynamic. We have a lot of energy.”
Camp Adventure counselor and California State University
Yongsan youth from 1st through 5th grade attend The Yongsan program started June 25. Children
student Sarah Roberts manages a cooking session.
the day camp to make new friends, experience participate in one-week sessions that will run
activities and build memories that may last a through Aug. 17. York said there may still be
lifetime. openings for the final weeks. For information, call
“It’s fun because we get to do a lot of things 738-3051.
every day,” said 9-year-old Raquel Young. “If I There are also Camp Adventure programs at
wasn’t here, I would just be at home watching Camps Red Cloud, Humphreys and Walker.
television.” Children from many of the camps met this week
Young said she made a lot of friends at the for a field trip to the new Camp Humphreys water
camp. park.
“And it’s cool because we get to go swimming Do is a University of Oregon student. As camp
everyday,” she added. director, she manages eight other stateside college
Yongsan School Age Services Director Cynthia students who serve as Yongsan Camp Adventure
York said the high point of every camp day is a counselors.
trek to the swimming pool. Camp Adventure is a youth services program
Yongsan children enjoy an arts and crafts session at camp. “The kids really enjoy swimming,” she said. See Adventure
dventure, Page 12
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The USAG-Yongsan ASAP clinical Col. Wayne Clark (left) receives th e Presidential Volunteer Service Award for volunteering from
U.S. Ski Patrol, Yongsan community
program has moved. The new USAG-Yongsan Deputy Garrison Commander Don Moses July 25.
events and many youth sports
location is Building T-7163 at the
events. community.” coach for elementary Korean
121st Combat Support Hospital
“I tried to get involved in many Clark said a good example for children and participation in many
loading dock area. For information,
types of activities like youth sports volunteering is to help young people programs relevant to the U.S. and
call 737-3161. The number for
Education, Prevention and Urinalysis program and the Good Neighbor to be good students, citizens and Korea community.
Drug Testing Program is 736-5060. Program,” Clark said. leaders for the future. Clark participated in the U.S. Ski
“Volunteering means committing Clark’s volunteer work includes Patrol program as well. By using
American Red Cross yourself without expecting anything 638 hours of service strengthening his background information about
Seeks Applicants back, except for the pride in that the Republic of Korea Alliance as an Korean culture, Clark was able to
The American Red Cross is seeking you are trying to help the English language teacher, sports See Presidential
residential, Page 12
motivated individuals to provide
emergency communications and
casework services to members of the New Horizons Day refreshes safety awareness
Armed Forces and their families. The By Pfc. Im Jin-min
applicant must be an American Participants enjoyed a cultural video introducing a
USAG-Yongsan Public Affairs
citizen; at least 18 years of age; a high “dynamic Korea” and an award-winning documentary on
school graduate; have base access; YONGSAN GARRISON — Garrison Soldiers and the Korean War.
and possess basic computer skills. civilians paused for an intense review of safety concerns Instructor Leah Holland initiated an animated
For information, call 738-3670. July 24 at the Multipurpose Training Facility. The training conversation with the attendees on sexual assault
covered the significance of the ROK and U.S. alliance, prevention.
Stress Management sexual assault and heat injury prevention, operational security “I think it is important that we continually remind the
Workshop and the Status of Forces Agreement. Soldiers about these issues, and add a little humor to
There will be a Stress Management Eighth U.S. Army Commander Lt. Gen. David P. Valcourt promote dialog,” Holland said.
Workshop 1:30-3:30 p.m. opened the day with a 15-minute video message. Private First Class Jeannette Hudgins said she was
Wednesday, at the Community “Today’s training is designed for us to gain better surprised some people did not know the answers to the
Service Building, Room 124. For understanding of the people of Republic of Korea and simplest questions, such as how to prevent heat injuries.
information, call 738-5151. increase our own personal and collective readiness for a “The briefing refreshed my memory on some of the
mission accomplishment.” things I had forgotten and that could save my life in the
Garrison Web Site
Valcourt stressed the importance of battle buddies and future,” Hudgins said.
For more news and information, the
the dangers of alcohol consumption. Anyone taking this Headquarters and Headquarters Company, USAG-
weather forecast, heat index
lightly could ruin careers and cost lives, he said. Yongsan Commander Cpt. Jennifer Toledano praised the
information and even a community
“New Horizons Day is about ensuring that every Soldier instructors on a job well done.
telephone book, visit the U.S. Army
Garrison-Yongsan Web site at http://
and Civilian in this command understands our mission, and “We are very fortunate to have subject matter experts
yongsan.korea.army.mil. standards that we must maintain in order to guarantee freedom give us briefings and examples about awareness,” she said.
on this peninsula and our partnership to the alliance.” “Nothing can replace awareness.”
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Yongsan celebrates 42 years of Army Community Service
By Cpl. Kim Sang-wook
USAG-Yongsan Public Affairs
integrate with the Korea ski community Bush called on all Americans to make
using certified medical skills for local a difference in communities through
ski resort users. He donated 150 hours volunteer service.
to the Korean community. The President’s Council on Service
“It is great here because there is and Civic Participation created the
not just our community but the Korean “President's Volunteer Service
community as well,” he said. “They Award” program to honor Americans
are great host and we have a strong who inspire others to engage in
alliance.” volunteer service.
Clark said he will continue to “It is a great honor and I really feel
volunteer. humbled about it,” Clark said. “It is an
In Jan. 2002, President George W. unexpected honor.”
“Recently, we opened the Status of provided refreshments for all and even
Forces Agreement Office which will inflatable playgrounds for children to
benefit the community in getting visas enjoy the birthday party. The weather
and SOFA stamps.” cooperated as sunny skies provided a
Dorsey said ACS programs are nice atmosphere.
important in order to offer stability and “I really got lots of help from the
self-reliance for Family Members as ACS activities,” said Anna Fowler.
well as Soldiers. “Happy birthday ACS and thank
Following the ceremony, ACS you.”
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Pirates Of The Carribean 3 Waitress Pirates Of The Carribean 3 Hairspray Waitress Gracie Mr. Brooks
(PG13) 8 p.m. (PG13) 8:30 p.m. (PG13) 8 p.m. (PG) 7:30 p.m. (PG13) 7:30 p.m. (PG) 7:30 p.m. (R) 7:30 p.m.
Harry Potter 5 Harry Potter 5 Harry Potter 5 Waitress No Show No Show No Show
(PG13) 7 p.m. (PG13) 7 p.m. (PG13) 7 p.m. (PG13) 7 p.m.
Hairspray Hairspray Hairspray Pirates Of The Carribean 3 Pirates Of The Carribean 3 Oceans Thirteen Oceans Thirteen
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Mr. Brooks Hairspray Spider-Man 3 Mr. Brooks Hairspray Blades Of Glory Disturbia
(R) 7 p.m. (PG) 7 p.m. (PG13) 7 p.m. (R) 7 p.m. (PG) 7 p.m. (PG13) 7 p.m. (PG13) 7 p.m.
Transformers Transformers Transformers No Show No Show No Show Waitress
(PG13) 9 p.m. (PG13) 9 p.m. (PG13) 9 p.m. (PG13) 6 p.m.
Gracie — Set in 1978, a teenage Waitress — As a favorite waitress Harry Potter And The Order Of The Simpsons Movie — After Hairspray — Tracy Turnblad, a big
girl overcomes the loss of her brother at Joe's Diner, Jenna is also a "pie The Phoenix — As his fifth year at 18 years on the air, Springfield's girl with big hair and an even bigger
and fights the odds to achieve her genius," naming her tantalizing Hogwarts School of Witchcraft and favorite family finally makes it to the heart, has only one passion--dancing.
dream of playing competitive soccer confections after the tumultuous Wizardry approaches, 15-year-old big screen. Homer, Marge, Bart, Lisa Her dream is to appear on "The Corny
at a time when girls' soccer did not events and emotions of her daily life. Harry Potter is in full-blown and Maggie Simpson will be there, Collins Show," Baltimore's hippest
exist. Living in South Orange New She's hoping that one of her pastries, adolescence, complete with regular along with regulars like Moe the dance party on TV. Tracy seems a
Jersey, 15 year old Gracie Bowen is like her "Kick In The Pants" Pie, might outbursts of rage, a nearly debilitating bartender and Mr. Burns . Homer natural fit for the show except for one
the only girl in a family of three even change her life--if she can just crush, and the blooming of a powerful Simpson must save the world from not-so-little problem--she doesn't fit in.
.brothers. Their family life revolves win that $25,000 pie contest. But sense of rebellion. It's been yet a catastrophe he himself created. Her plus-sized figure has always set
almost entirely around soccer: her when Jenna discovers that she's another infuriating and boring summer Rated PG-13 (irreverent humor) 87 her apart from the cool crowd, which
father and brothers are obsessed pregnant, she immediately bakes an with the despicable Dursleys, this time minutes she is reminded of by her loving but
with the sport, practicing in the "I Don't Want Earl's Baby" Pie--a with minimal contact from our hero's overly protective plus-sized mother.
backyard's makeshift field every day quiche of egg and cheese with a non-Muggle friends from school. Harry That doesn't stop Tracy because if
from morning 'til night. Rated PG-13 smoked ham center. PG-13 (sexual is feeling especially edgy at the lack there is one thing that this girl knows,
(sexual content) 97 minutes content, language, thematic of news from the magic world, it's that she was born to dance. Rated
elements) 108 minutes wondering when the freshly revived PG (language, suggestive content, teen
evil Lord Voldemort will strike. Returning smoking) 115 minutes
to Hogwarts will be a relief- or will it?
Rated PG-13 (fantasy violence,
frightening images) 138 minutes
—USAG-H—
Korea-Wide Post-Level
Softball Tournament
Sat., Aug. 4
1-Humphreys vs. Kunsan, 10 a.m.
2-Daegu vs. Casey, 11:15 a.m.
3-Winner 1 vs. Yongsan, 12:30 a.m.
4-Winner 2 vs. Osan, 1:45 a.m.
5-Loser 3 vs. Loser 3, 3 p.m.
6-Loser 1 vs. Loser 4, 4:15 p.m.
7-Winner 3 vs. Winner 4, 5:30 p.m.
8-Winner 5 vs. Winner 6, 6:45 p.m.
Sun., Aug. 5
9-Loser 7 vs. Winner 8, 10 a.m.
10-Winner 9 vs. Winner 7, 11:30 a.m.
(Championship)
11-Winner 10 vs. Loser 10, 12:45 p.m. (If Game)
Sat., Aug. 4
1-Daegu vs. Kunsan, 10 a.m.
2-Humphreys vs. Casey, 11:15 a.m.
3-Winner 1 vs. Osan, 12:30 p.m.
4-Winner 2 vs. Yongsan, 1:45 p.m.
5-Loser 3 vs. Loser 3, 3 p.m.
MWR Events
Comedy ROKs with MWR
needed assistance members of the Community members from USAG Humphreys cut a cake to celebrate USAG Humphreys Army Community
organization went out of their way Service 42nd birthday July 27. ACS got its original start during World War II and is still alive today.
to make sure he had the support to
move forward. The program officially began in His attitude is a direct reflection of that’s near and dear to him. His first
He was to be married in a few 1965, but established roots in the the agency’s mission statement and is son died while on active duty.
days, but no one from his family military community years prior. a sentiment shared by other members “Taking care of Soldiers and
would be attending. He didn’t say History states Army families of the staff. Families for me and for this ACS is
whether it was because of distance bonded together to take care of one “We have a high caliber staff not just a job – it is personal,”
or if other factors were at play. another during World War II, said Jack here,” said Lavita Vincent, Ferguson said. In order to better
The fact remained, he was all Ferguson, USAG Humphreys ACS employment readiness manager for serve the community, ACS has
alone in a foreign country at a time division chief. USAG Humphreys ACS. placed submission boxes throughout
when family members are normally Incorporated as part of the Army “They have the heart and passion post.
there to lend support. Emergency Relief program, volunteers to serve others,” she said. “We need people to submit
With no idea of how things would would come together to provide many “ACS is a way to reach out to whatever problems they have to us
end, he shared his story with ACS of the same services the ACS provide Soldiers and their families,” said so that we can assist them,” said
officials. After hearing what the today. Vincent. Ferguson.
Soldier perceived as a problem, the ACS overall mission is to provide “And this is our way of making a USAG Humphreys ACS has
officials took steps to make his wish guidance and assistance to Soldiers, difference in their lives.” already had 168 legislative actions
a reality. Members of the community Family Members and Civilian Ferguson, a father of three – all passed.
and the ACS staff came together and employees. have served or are serving in the Actions which range from local to
played the role of the Soldier’s The institution consists of a variety United States military, said ACS is national branches of government.
Family during his wedding ceremony. of programs – ranging from family dedicated to helping warfighters ACS also offers different classes for
His entire family was there – advocacy to cultural outreach to anyway they can. family members to participate in.
father, mother, siblings other relatives employment and financial readiness. “The sense of “family” in the One of the favorites is a computer
and friends included. “We provide a broad range of Humphreys community is one that is class to help spouses and others
The Soldier’s problem, solved. services for our community,” Ferguson unmatched,” Ferguson said. increase their skills for employment.
Servicemembers, Family said. “We celebrate life and support each “We are your go-to people,”
Members and Civilian employees “We think about employment other together through good and bad Ferguson said.
from the USAG Humphreys readiness for Soldiers, Retirees, Family times,” he said. “If you don’t know something,
community celebrated the Army members and Civilians,” he said. For Ferguson, being a member of come to us.”
Community Service 42nd birthday “Serving others is really important the ACS team is more than just being “We are the community’s
July 27 at Building 311. to us.” part of some organization, it’s a calling resource.”
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School Registration
Santa visits Humphreys in July
School registration is underway and
parents need to bring the following
documents with them when registering
their children.
- child’s birth certificate
- shot record
- passport
- social security card
- previous school records
Intermediate-level Education
ILE Phase I course will be held Sept.
BOSS conducts meeting Legal program to
10-12 in Yongsan. The course is aimed By Cpl. Im, Chun-suk purpose is to support the community
accept applications
at Army Reserve Majors and Captains, USAG Humphreys Public Affairs life, it’s not a party program, which By Lt. Col. Samuel W. Morris
but active duty officers can attend.
After completion of the course the USAG HUMPHREYS - Better throws a bunch of block parties,” said Deputy Staff Judge Advocate
officers will be Military Education Level Opportunity for Single and Hogrebe. He and Lattanzi also The office of the Judge Advocate
4 (MEL4) qualified. Contact Lt. Col. unaccompanied Soldiers staff mentioned how to keep track of General is now accepting applications
Dennis Davenport, 723-4394, peninsula-wide held its third quarter BOSS’ budget. for the Army’s Funded Legal
Dennis.Davenport@korea.army.mil. meeting at the Community Activities Hogrebe also issued a warning Education program. Under this
Center at USAG Humphreys July 25. order for upcoming events. “We paid program, the Army projects sending
Army Reserve Command Robert M. Lattanzi’s, from USAG six site visits for the BOSS Deachon up to 25 active-duty commissioned
Position Vacancy Humphreys Morale, Welfare and Beach Blast, for more than six months. officers to law school at government
The Commander’s, 343rd Support Recreation, conducted opening You can’t be too careful and too expense as funding permits. Selected
Center, position will be available to
remarks followed by comments from prepared when it comes to organizing officers will attend law school
interested Army Reserve Lt. Colonels
and Majors NLT Oct 1. The 343rd Spt. Command Sgt. Maj. Jason K. Kim, the event,” said Lattanzi. beginning the fall of 2008 and will
Ctr. is located at USAG Humphreys, USAG Humphreys command Following, lectures were given by remain on active duty while attending
authorized 34 soldiers, and is sergeant major, and guest speaker Col. AAFES general managers from all of law school.
subordinate to the 501st SBDE. Contact John E. Dumoulin Jr., USAG the four areas on what they are doing Interested officers should review
Lt. Col. Davenport, 723-4394, Humphreys commander. to improve Soldier’s quality of life. Chapter 14, AR 27-1 (The Judge
Dennis.Davenport@korea.army.mil. During the ceremony staff members They provided feedback on what Advocate General’s Funded Legal
gathered to recognize outstanding changes Soldiers can make. Education Program) to determine their
Computer Classes for Spouses BOSS Soldiers by presenting them Of course, the AAFES taxi was eligibility. This program is open to
ACS has an ongoing eight-week with awards. addressed as one Soldier questioned commissioned officers in the rank of
computer basics class for spouses.
Soldiers who are leaving the the quality of AAFES taxi service. second lieutenant through captain.
Classes are Monday and Wednesday
in the ACS resource room. Call 753-8401 peninsula were also recognized. For a Kim informed Soldiers along with Applicants must have at least two but
for information. job well done, awardees were also AAFES general managers that he not more than six years of total active
extended an invitation to dine with the could help the problem, if properly federal service at the time legal
Please send us your
garrison command sergeant major for reported. “I encourage Soldiers to use training begins. Eligibility is governed
stories and photos
lunch. ICE machine or talk to me in person, by statute (10 United States Code,
To submit information for publishing In addition to recognizing with the details of the problem,” Kim Section 2004) and is non-waivable.
in The Morning Calm Weekly, USAG- outstanding Soldiers, the invited said. “If the comment made is too Eligible officers interested in applying
Humphrey’s common pages or for speaker, Jim Hogrebe, CAC director, vague, there is not much I can do” should immediately register for the
submissions for the News & Notes and Lattanzi provided tips and advice However, if the taxi driver is found earliest offering of the law school
section, call 754-6132, 8847 or 8598. to the forum about what BOSS really to be guilty, I and other AAFES admission’s test. Applicants must send
You can also email all of your means to the community. managers will take proper measures their request through command
information to
“Be careful with the image of what to handle the situation,” said Kim. channels, to include the officer’s
andre.butler@korea.army.mil.
BOSS presents. BOSS’ primary branch manager.
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Children realize
Cardio Boxing/Aerobics: Tuesday
and Thursday 6 – 7 p.m., On the
Spot Training: 9 a.m. – 6 p.m.
Tuesday, 8 a.m. – 5 p.m. Thursday.
For information call the Camp
Walker Kelly Fitness Center at 764-
4225/4800. At Camp Carroll Fitness
‘God is with us.’
Center, Yoga Class: Tuesday and The Camp Walker chapel hosts Vacation Bible
Thursday 5:30 – 6:30 p.m., School, July 30 to Aug. 3 at the Fellowship Hall.
Performance Training: Monday Tracy Fish, a drama leader who is on the staff, is
through Friday 11:30 a.m. and 4 seen here listening carefully to stories about
p.m., Circuit Training: Monday children’s experiences of when they felt God was
through Friday 9 – 11:30 a.m., with them. The Bible point of the day was “God
Boxing Club: Monday through is with us.” Children could enjoy various activities
Friday 5 – 8 p.m., Taekwon-do with different Bible points and stories, and
Class: Monday through Friday 7:30 different treasure verses every day. Children are
p.m. $40, Spining Cycling: Monday able to take part in Vacation Bible School every
and Wednesday 6 – 7 p.m., Cardio year by signing up within the registration deadline.
Dance: Wednesday 5:15 p.m. For
information, call 765-8287/8118. PHOTO BY PARK HAE-JU
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NEWS & NOTES Soldiers can prevent heat injuries
By Samuel G. Hudson
Daegu Intramural
USAG Daegu Public Affairs
Flag Football Program
Physical training and outdoor activities
There will be a Daegu Intramural Flag Football
must continue in order to stay fit. However,
Program. The pre-season tournament is Sept. 3
a dangerous enemy is appearing, heat injury,”
- 5 and the league is Sept. 10 to October 10 at
said Sgt. 1st Class Rodney J. Canty, DPTMS
the Kelly Field on Camp Walker. The deadline
Plans and Operations NCOIC.
for entry is Aug. 29 and coaches meeting is 12:30
Hydration is necessary when enjoying the
p.m. Aug. 31. For information, call Mr. Kim or
outdoors to prevent heat injuries. The months
Ms. Chong at 764-4225/5217.
of May through September prove to be the
hottest months of the year. Heat injuries can
School Bus Transportation
occur when an individual participates in a
Daegu Student Transportation Office has moved
physical activity and the body exceeds its
into their new office in Bldg. 3019, Room 321 on
ability to lose heat adequately. There are
Camp George. Customer Service hours are from
three types of heat injuries — heat cramps,
7:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. Monday to Friday. Please stop
heat exhaustion and heat stroke. Heat
by and see new office. Don’t wait, complete student
injuries are preventable as long as you know
transportation needs now for the new school year.
the proper way to hydrate. Some may say,
Plastic bus cards are now available for pick-up. For
“I drink sports drinks all day so I don’t have
information, call Michael Dudley at 011-284-4491. PHOTO BY SAMUEL G. HUDSON
to worry about not being properly hydrated.” Staff Sgt. Fikisha A. Maree, of the USAG Human Resources Department
unlike water, sports drinks are used to leads the way while Sgt. 1st Class Canty bellows an “Old School” Army
Post Office Closure
replenish the electrolytes and not to solely cadence motivating a faster jogging pace.
All post offices will be closed for customer service
be used to maintain the proper number of How can you treat heat injuries? Ice sheets are the
Aug. 3 for organization day. Post offices will
electrolytes within the body. The foods you preferred method by a number of senior NCOs. Ice sheets
resume normal duty hours Aug. 4. For information,
eat will maintain the proper amount of salt are simply sheets that are submerged in a cooler of ice water.
call 1st Lt. Jay M. Chung at 764-4162.
and electrolytes within the body. Drinking When an individual suffers a heat injury, the individual’s
too much water can have negative efffects. clothing is loosened and the ice sheet is wrapped around
Please send us your Stories and
When you fill your body with too much water, them while they lie on the ground. Their head should also be
Photos for Publishing
you start flushing out your electrolytes. wrapped. The ice sheet is design to bring the body
To submit information for publishing in The
Canty shares that the water you drink will temperature down.
Morning Calm Weekly USAG-Daegu’s common
be used during the six hours following Regardless what method you use to treat heat injuries,
pages or for submission for the News & Notes
consumption. The correct thing to do is to remember you should seek medical attention as soon as
section, call 768-8513. You can e-mail all
drink plenty of water the day before you possible if you show any of the symptoms related to heat-
information to kyungchul.na@korea.army.mil.
engage in any physical activity. induced injuries.
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