Fort Gordon Signal

Fort Gordon, CSRA leadership recognize the best of the best

Thu, 02 Feb 2012 18:16:41 +0000

Bonnie Heater

Fort Gordon Public Affairs

In an early morning ceremony held Jan. 31 in Alexander Hall, some of Fort Gordon’s finest individuals received public recognition for their accomplishments. Outstanding service members, Department of Army civilians and volunteers were honored at the post’s Fiscal Year 2011 Annual Award ceremony as well as the first quarter Fiscal Year 2012 awardees.

New CSM at 7th Signal

Thu, 02 Feb 2012 18:16:44 +0000

Neil R. Guillebeau

7th Signal Command (Theater) Public Affairs

Command Sgt. Maj. Patrick Brooks assumed responsibilities as the 7th Signal Command (Theater) command sergeant major from Command Sgt. Maj. Kenneth O. Williams during a ceremony at Alexander Hall Jan. 12.

297th MI Bn celebrates Soldiers return

Thu, 02 Feb 2012 18:16:47 +0000

Bonnie Heater

Fort Gordon Public Affairs

A group of Soldiers and Family members met Jan. 26 at Gym 6 to honor the more than 30 Soldiers returning from Afghanistan. All returned over a span of two weeks in January.

Professionals to the rescue – Tax Center offers free assistance

Thu, 02 Feb 2012 18:16:50 +0000

Spc. Jason Jordan

15th Regimental Signal Brigade

Public Affairs

The process of filing a tax return can be complicated and often stressful. The Fort Gordon community can rest assured this year, however, for a group of qualified individuals have volunteered to take the entire process off your hands – free of charge.

The Fort Gordon Tax Center officially opened its doors after a ribbon-cutting ceremony held Jan. 30 in the Courtyard.

Arlington National Cemetery recovers nearly $27 million from prior years

Thu, 02 Feb 2012 18:16:53 +0000

Rob McIlvaine

Army News Service

Although widely disseminated in the news that Arlington National Cemetery was still missing $12 million, this is not the case. In fact, ANC has recovered $26,763,199.69 from prior fiscal years -- back to 2004 -- that was obligated but not disbursed.

Odierno: Army will remain capable through drawdown

Thu, 02 Feb 2012 18:16:55 +0000

Lisa Daniel

American Forces Press Service

The Army will remain capable through its planned drawdown of 80,000 Soldiers and at least eight brigade combat teams, its chief of staff said Jan. 30.

Gen. Raymond T. Odierno told reporters during a Pentagon news briefing that he is comfortable with the cut in end strength because it reflects changing national security needs, and will be spread over six years.

The Plug

Thu, 02 Feb 2012 18:17:01 +0000

Reserves critical to military capabilities, Petraeus says

Thu, 02 Feb 2012 18:17:01 +0000

Jim Garamone

American Forces Press Service

The reserve components are an integral part of the military in ways that Cold War planners could not have imagined, retired Army Gen. David H. Petraeus said at a Reserve Officers Association meeting in Washington Jan. 30.

Briefs

Thu, 02 Feb 2012 18:17:02 +0000

Debt Notice:

Spc. Christopher L. Foster

All services under Spc. Christopher L. Foster should be put on hold. Foster died Jan. 15. All those with debt to be collected should contact Capt. Joy Sanders at (858)775-4710.

Submissions

Defense officials announce fiscal 2013 budget priorities

Thu, 02 Feb 2012 18:17:06 +0000

Jim Garamone

American Forces Press Service

Spending priorities in the forthcoming Fiscal Year 2013 defense budget request call for reductions in the end strength of the Army and Marine Corps, an increase in special operations forces and maintaining the number of big-deck carriers, Defense Secretary Leon E. Panetta said Jan. 26.

Fulfilling one’s life purpose can be more rewarding then awards, promotions

Thu, 02 Feb 2012 18:17:06 +0000

Chaplain (Capt.)

Jamison Bowman,

447th Signal Battalion

A famous football player dreamed of playing in the Super Bowl even from his youth. After an outstanding collegiate and professional career, he and his teammates earned that very opportunity. He recalled running onto the field and hearing the cheers of thousands of adoring fans.

your guide to area CHURCHES

Thu, 02 Feb 2012 18:17:07 +0000

AUGUSTA FAITH TABERNACLE COVENANT MINISTRIES

3456-C Peach Orchard Road (Across from the Bilo Shopping Plaza) Transportation Available 706-832-0268 website: www.myfaithcounts.com Pastor Timothy Wright Service times Sunday 10 a.m. Bible Study Wednesday 6 p.m. Breakfast Served Every Sunday 10 Minutes from Fort Gordon

Chapel Call

Thu, 02 Feb 2012 18:17:07 +0000

**CHAPEL CALL

HealthNET

Thu, 02 Feb 2012 18:17:07 +0000

DDEAMC Public Affairs

What can you do to have a healthier heart? While there are some things we cannot change about our heart risk factors such as gender, age and genetic history, there are many things that can be done to reduce the risk of heart disease.

The HEART TRUTH – National Wear Red Day®

Thu, 02 Feb 2012 18:17:08 +0000

Robbiesteene Trent

Army Public Health Nursing

On Feb. 3, the nation will celebrate “National Wear Red Day.” This annual event is sponsored by the American Heart Association, the National Heart, Lung and Blood Institute, and other partner organizations. the mission of this event is to educate women, concerning their risk for heart disease, and to save lives by motivating them to act.

Wool possible high-performance fiber for combat clothing

Thu, 02 Feb 2012 18:17:18 +0000

Alexandra Foran

NSRDEC Public Affairs

Natick Soldier Research, Development, and Engineering Center has contracted for several efforts with the American Sheep Industry Association and its subsidiary, Sheep Venture Company, to develop, test and evaluate wool fabrics for combat clothing.

Program connects Individual Ready Reserve Soldiers with units

Thu, 02 Feb 2012 18:17:18 +0000

Megan Doyle

Army National Guard

The newly created Individual Ready Reserve Affiliation Program allows IRR Soldiers and their Families to maintain a connection to the military community through an affiliation with the local reserve-component unit that is closest to their home.