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Fort Irwin pays tribute to Vietnam era Veterans

Installation holds fourth annual ceremony for approximately 250 Veterans NTC and Fort Irwin The National Training Center and Fort Irwin honored Vietnam Veterans during a ceremony at this active duty Army installation in the Mojave Desert, April 10. Courtesy Photo Larry Morris (Vietnam Veteran with Army, 1966-68), Tom Burns (Vietnam Veteran with Army, 1969-72), Bob…

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What employers can do to break the gossip cycle

While regulating gossip can be very difficult, there are some things that employers can do to minimize negative gossiping and rumor mongering in the workplace: Communicate regularly and consistently with employees. Regular communication minimizes the influence and need for gossip because everyone is “in-the-know.” A communication vacuum is a breeding ground for gossip. Discourage gossip…

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Members of “The Movement”

FORT IRWIN CHILDREN PART OF A CAMPAIGN TO STOP BULLYING: Members of the Middle School Teen Center gathered at the Post Theater to watch the film “Bully,” here, March 27. The movie was presented for free as part of a community effort to stop bullying. The campaign, called “The Movement,” was formalized by Fort Irwin…

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Alcohol Awareness month a chance to reflect on life-altering decisions

Courtesy photo Thomas R. Williams, ex-NFL player and motivational speaker, met with Soldiers from the Warrior Transition Unit – Company A during a visit to Fort Irwin, April 11. During a presentation, Williams thanked Soldiers for fighting for his freedom. “Without you I could not have gone to college, been drafted by USC, and played…

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Bronco Team demonstrates desert strong fitness

Bronco Team with Operations Group at the National Training Center and Fort Irwin held a morale building competition at this installation’s obstacle course, March 26.

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Keeping vehicles in the fight during gunnery skills testing

Posted  December 20, 2012

Troopers from Headquarters and Headquarters Troop, 2nd Squadron, 11th Armored Cavalry Regiment, kept vehicles in the fight during gunnery skills testing at the range, here, Dec. 12. Mechanics recovered vehicles and fixed them if a mechanical failure occurred at the range.

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11th ACR marches through Barstow during annual event

Posted  December 20, 2012

Troopers from the 11th Armored Cavalry Regiment held a three-mile march through the city of Barstow, Dec 12.

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Site inspection to be performed prior to construction of new hospital

Posted  December 13, 2012

In support of the Fort Irwin Directorate of Public Works Environmental Division, the Army Environmental Command and U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Sacramento District are conducting a Supplemental Site Inspection of two former Fort Irwin range areas, also known as Munitions Response Sites. The work is being conducted under the U.S. Army Military Munitions Response…

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If evacuations are required they will not be scheduled on Christmas or New Years Day

Posted  December 13, 2012

Important Information Due to the potential safety hazards associated with investigating munitions, the public is required to remain a safe distance away from the site for the duration of the project. To protect the public, the Army will work with the community to ensure safety while minimizing inconveniences to residents and personnel near the Supplemental…

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Tentative Schedule of Initial Field Activities

Posted  December 13, 2012

Mobilization of Contractor to Site and installation of site fencing: Dec. 17 – 21, 2012 Initial surface clearance and digital geophysical survey of site: Dec. 24, 2012 – Jan. 31, 2013 Investigation of anomalies and soil sampling: Feb. 1 – 28, 2013 Evaluate data to determine need for further action: March 1, 2013 Note: All…

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New Hospital by 2016

Posted  December 13, 2012

The new hospital is scheduled to be completed by 2016 and will be located just north of the current hospital, which was built in 1966. The new facility will be a community based hospital providing emergency, obstetrical, and general surgery services. It will have a full contingent of ancillary services to include pharmacy, laboratory, and…

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Winterfest December 15

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Quarterly Domestic Water Public Notice

Posted  December 13, 2012

The National Training Center and Fort Irwin’s water system is operated under a privatization contract with CH2MHill. As the system ownership is not transferred to CH2MHill, compliance responsibilities still reside with the U.S. Army. The installation has two water systems. A reverse osmosis or RO system and a domestic use system or DU system. The…

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November birth announcements

Posted  December 13, 2012

Anslee Brooke – girl Nov. 2 at 4:51 p.m. 7 lbs., 5 oz., 19 inches Cpl. Brok and Emilie Shuler Unit/Company: E Troop 2/11th ACR Ohlen James – boy Nov. 8 at 2:29 p.m. 6 lbs., 3 oz., 19 ¼ inches Sgt. Rick and Sarah Hoerlein Unit/Company: 1/11th ACR Michael Conrad III – boy Nov….

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Community Calendar – December 13, 2012

Posted  December 13, 2012

For additional events and on-going, scheduled activities see the Community Calendar at www.irwin.army.mil. Dec. 13 Middle School and Teen Center Cooking Club “Gingerbread House.” 3:15 – 6 p.m. Zev Paul, 380-3732. Dec. 14 Middle School and Teen Center “Snow Globes” activity. 3:15 – 6 p.m. Zev Paul, 380-3732. Middle School and Teen Center “Volleyball Night.”…

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At the Movies

 

May 3
7 p.m. The Call (R)
May 4
6 p.m. Dead Man Down (R)
May 5
4 p.m. The Incredible Burt Wanderstone (PG-13)
7 p.m. Admission (R)
May 6
7 p.m. 21 and over (R)
May 10
7 p.m. G.I. Joe: Retaliation(PG-13)
May 11
4 p.m. The Croods 3D (PG)
7 p.m. The Host (PG-13)
May 12
4 p.m. The Croods 3D (PG)
7 p.m. G.I. Joe: Retaliation(PG-13)
May 13
7 p.m. Olympus Has Fallen (R)
May 17
7 p.m. Evil Dead (R)
May 18
4 p.m. The Croods 3D (PG)
7 p.m. 42 (PG-13)
May 19
4 p.m. The Croods 3D (PG)
7 p.m. Jurassic Park 3D (PG-13)
May 20
7 p.m. Evil Dead (R)
May 24
7 p.m. Jurassic Park 3D (PG-13)
May 25
4 p.m. Cars 2 3D (G)
May 26
4 p.m. Cars 2 3D (G)

Tickets: Adult – $5.00/3D – $7.00, Children 6-11 – $2.50/3D – $4.50 Five and under are FREE. This schedule is subject to change at the last minute to accommodate changes in movies and free showings. ID cards are required from all personnel not in uniform when purchasing movie tickets. For more information and movie updates, call 380-3490.

 

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