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Two named ‘NCO and Soldier of the Year’ after competition

Photos by Gustavo Bahena Sergeant Stella Hardcastle (left) has won the distinction of Non-commissioned Officer of the Year and Spc. Matthew Holiday earned the honors of Soldier of the Year for the fiscal year 2013 at the National Training Center and Fort Irwin after a competition, May 6-7. After a two-day contest in May amongst…

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‘Go For Broke!’ Veteran embodies spirit of Asian Pacific American Heritage celebration

Photos by Gustavo Bahena, Mas Takahashi and his son, Scott Takahashi, receive mementos and plaques of appreciation from the command team of 2916th Aviation Battalion – Lt. Col. Fernando Guadalupe (left) and Command Sgt. Maj. William Elliot (right). “Go For Broke!” That was the motto of the 442nd Regimental Combat Team, which fought in the…

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STORY TIME

National Training Center and Fort Irwin Command Sgt. Maj. Lance P. Lehr reads the book “The Remarkable Farkle McBride” to children during a Tell Me A Story event at Tiefort View Intermediate School, April 24. Children and parents got a chance to participate in arts and crafts, and during the reading members of the Fort…

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United in fight against sexual assault

Fort Irwin Soldiers, Families, civilians participate in Denim Day walk to show they care about victims and combating problem Photos by Gustavo Bahena National Training Center and Fort Irwin Commander Brig. Gen. Ted Martin (center) leads an assembly of leadership, Soldiers, Families and civilians through the streets of Fort Irwin, April 26. The Denim Day…

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Green thumbs up

Photos by Gustavo Bahena Fort Irwin United States Army Garrison Commander Col. Kurt Pinkerton (right, top) and Capt. Jose Gutierrez (right, bottom), a nurse corps officer with MEDDAC, here, and president of the Garden club, lead the ribbon cutting of the Fort Irwin Community Garden, May 1. It’s official. The National Training Center and Fort…

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Commissary supports Month of the Military Child

Posted  May 3, 2012

  Children from Fort Irwin’s Strong Beginnings program listen as a commissary representative talks about fruits and vegetables during a field trip April 25. The children visited the commissary to learn about nutrition as part of events for Month of the Military Child.

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Month of the Military Child

Posted  May 3, 2012

Elizabeth Adler jumps to the finish line of a sack race during Fort Irwin’s 26th annual Month of the Military Child celebration April 28. Photo by Alice Adler Daniel Humble shows off his face paint during Fort Irwin’s 26th annual Month of the Military Child celebration April 28.

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Little Majors

Posted  May 3, 2012

  Jace Henry slides into second base on a single by Sam Digati in the Fort Irwin Little League Majors game against the East Barstow Padres at Lillian Field in Barstow April 24.   First baseman Rodney Lenton reaches for a wide throw during the Fort IrwinLittle League Majors game against the East Barstow Padres…

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National Prescription Drug Take-Back Day

Posted  May 3, 2012

The National Prescription Drug Take-Back Day was initiated on Sept. 24, 2010 by the U.S. Drug Enforcement Agency. It encouraged American citizens to turn in unused or expired prescribed medication for proper disposal. In order to maintain combat readiness, it is imperative that Department of…

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Volunteer recognition ceremony

Posted  May 3, 2012

Hayley Violand poses for a photo with Command Sgt. Maj. Christopher Morse and Col. Kurt Pinkerton, Fort Irwin Garrison command sergeant major and commander, after receiving the first place award for volunteering with schools during Fort Irwin’s volunteer recognition ceremony April 25 at Sandy Basin Community Center.

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11th ACR conducts Basic Sniper Observer Course

Posted  April 26, 2012

“Ready… ready… fire” is shouted out over a desert firing range as Sgt. Gil Landtiser, a Soldier with Bravo Troop, 1st Squadron, 11th Armored Cavalry Regiment, fires a shot. Landtiser then confirms his shot and...

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News Briefs April 26, 2012

Posted  April 26, 2012

Month of the Military Child fair and Olympics The Fort Irwin Month of the Military Child fair and Olympics will take place Saturday at Jackrabbit Park and Coyote Activity Center.  The Olympics will start with a torch run at 10:30 a.m. and the fair will begin at 11 a.m.  Activities will include speed skating, bean…

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MEDDAC active shooter scenario

Posted  April 26, 2012

MEDDAC personnel treat a Soldier portraying a casualty during an active shooter disaster exercise at Weed Army Community Hospital April 19. Pfc. Manuel Coronel, Fort Irwin Military Police Company, peers around a corner at Weed Army Community Hospital during an active shooter disaster exercise April 19. MEDDAC personnel carry a civilian portraying a casualty…

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11th ACR welcomes 20th CSM

Posted  April 26, 2012

The 11th Armored Cavalry Regiment held a change of responsibility ceremony for Command Sgt. Maj. Clinton J. Reiss, 19th command sergeant major of the 11th ACR, and Command Sgt. Maj. Stephen...

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Senior leaders duke it out during Ultimate Frisbee game

Posted  April 26, 2012

The glistening dew of the grass is broken up by the heavy steps of the warriors about to conduct battle. The field is set, the players are ready and the game is Ultimate Frisbee. Senior leaders from the 11th Armored Cavalry Regiment competed in a game of Ultimate Frisbee at Fort Irwin April 13. Col….

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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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Mon. 8 – 9 a.m..: “Flashback to the ’80s” Song requests can be sent to 80swithKate@gmail.com

Tue., 8 – 9 a.m.: J & J in the Morning
— “Garrison Community Updates”

Tue., 12 -1 p.m.: “Chtichat” with Sylvia and Shea

Wed., 7:30 – 9 a.m.: Gus — “Cruiz’n with Gus and
Newsmakers”

Wed., 12 – 1 p.m.: — “11th ACR Hour”

Wed., 2:30 p.m.: — “Col. Pinkerton’s Facebook Roundup”

Thurs., 8 – 9 a.m.: “Renita’s Rewind Hour”

Thurs. 12 – 1 p.m.: The “TNT” hour with Tony Untalan


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