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Fort Jackson training new Soldiers with Virtual Battlespace 2 simulator
Oct 16, 2012
A Fort Jackson, S.C., battalion is piloting a new training tool that will look familiar to many new Soldiers. Virtual Battlespace 2 offers battlefield simulations that allow instructors to create new scenarios and engage the simulation from multiple viewpoints.
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Savine energy part of being responsible stewards
Oct 11, 2012
Energy conservation is a great way in which Team Jackson can practice responsible stewardship. Fort Jackson spends roughly $13 million per year on its energy bills. That breaks down to about $1.08 million per month, or $35,000 per day. We must always be looking for ways to reduce our energy costs by using electricity, gas and oil wisely.
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Gabe named 2012 Hero Dog
Oct 11, 2012
Gabe, a retired military dog who completed morethan 200 combat missions in Iraq, was named American Hero Dog of 2012 last weekend at the American Humane Association Hero Dog Awards in Los Angeles.
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FMWRC announces art contest winners
Oct 11, 2012
The winners of the 2012 All-Army Arts and Crafts Contest were announced last week, with two awards given to artists representing Fort Jackson.
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Get Golf Ready at Fort Jackson Golf Club
Oct 11, 2012
For potential golfers who may wonder how to get started with the game, the Fort Jackson Golf Club may have a solution.
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TRADOC schools train joint, interagency, multinational students
Oct 10, 2012
By the end of fiscal year 2012, more than 500,000 Soldiers will have completed courses taught by U.S. Army Training and Doctrine Command instructors.
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SECDEF on Importance of Voting
Oct 10, 2012
On November 6th, Americans will have the opportunity to exercise the most important responsibility we have in a democracy -- the right to vote.
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"Fireside Chat" leads to better understanding between federal and industry leaders
Oct 10, 2012
Under Secretary of the Army Joseph W. Westphal discusses Army Transformation, Business Transformation and Army Equipment Modernization during Government Executive Leadership Briefing's "Fireside Chats", Oct. 10, 2012, at the National Press Club, Washington, DC.
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Smartcard pilot for spouses and retirees yields valuable feedback
Oct 9, 2012
The Army ended a smartcard pilot Oct. 1, 2012, for 900 Army spouses and retirees, who log on to Army private networks such as Army Knowledge Online and Army self-service sites.
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Soldiers: Speak up to select new Improved Physical Fitness Uniform
Oct 8, 2012
The Program Executive Officer Soldier is offering an online survey to ask troops to choose from the which of the six proposed redesigned uniforms -- which include 32 improvements -- they like best. The survey opened Oct. 9 and will remain online until Oct. 29.
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Odierno, Biden announce education milestone for military kids
Oct 4, 2012
More than 100 colleges and universities have signed on to a White House initiative to prepare educators for the unique needs of their military-connected students, Jill Biden announced Oct. 3, 2012, at George Mason University in Fairfax, Va.
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Thurgood Marshall College Fund and Army ROTC team up
Oct 4, 2012
The College Fund and the Army are working together to attract more qualified African American prospects who want to become Army officers
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Ending domestic violence a community effort
Oct 4, 2012
There is no excuse for domestic violence. This type of behavior cuts against the grain of our institution and Army Values. Domestic violence is also a crime.
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Post observes suicide stand-down
Oct 4, 2012
The Army took a collective stand against suicide Sept. 27 by holding a suicide prevention stand-down day.
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Today Show reunites Soldier, deployed father during interview
Oct 4, 2012
Pvt. Victoria Piccoli, 2nd Battalion, 13th Infantry Regiment, was invited to take part in a live segment of the "Today" show titled "Young Americans Answering the Call of Duty" last Sunday. It was supposed to be a short segment on the show, a few minutes devoted to the goals of a young Soldier preparing to graduate from Basic Combat Training at Fort Jackson. But, within moments of her interview with reporter Lester Holt via satellite in Kabul, Afghanistan, she got the shock of her life.
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Alzheimer's march on tap
Oct 4, 2012
Volunteers across the state have joined the fight against Alzheimer's disease to raise awareness of the disease and to provide help for care givers.
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Luminary displays at Semmes Lake mark Gold Star Mother's Day
Oct 4, 2012
Families of fallen Soldiers came together Sunday evening in a ceremony at Semmes Lake to commemorate their loved ones. Two hundred and ninety five candles lined the pier -- one for each Soldier from South Carolina who has died while on active duty since 2001.
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Ready & Resilient
Oct 1, 2012
Ready & Resilient is the Army's holistic approach to total healthcare for its Soldiers, family members, and civilians, both on and off the battlefield.
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Post does it in PINK
Sep 28, 2012
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AIT Platoon Sergeant of the Year competition underway, 'out of order'
Sep 27, 2012
Soldiers seeking the title of 2012 Advanced Individual Training Platoon Sergeant of the Year encountered an unanticipated turn of events at the competition going on now at Fort Eustis, Va.
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Victory Update Vol. 12-08
Sep 27, 2012
Fort Jackson Soldiers put their skills to the test as they seek to earn the Expert Infantry Badge and more than 5,000 Soldiers can be fed at the same time it what is now the Army's largest dining facility.
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VA, DOD streamline disability exams
Sep 27, 2012
Injured Soldiers dread the uncertainty. Am I medically fit to stay in the Army? If I get out, what disability do I qualify for? What if I don't want my career to end? A few years ago, these questions would have consumed Soldiers and their time as they shuffled between the medical board appointments of the Army and later the disability exams offered by Department of Veteran Affairs -- a process that could stretch as long as 540 days. Today a new system has shortened the overlap between the two agencies giving injured Soldiers a streamlined approach to determining fitness for duty and a proposed VA disability rating all before leaving military service. The Integrated Disability Evaluation System is a collaboration between Department of Defense and the VA to make disability evaluation seamless, simple, fast and fair.
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Time to address the stigma attached to seeking help
Sep 27, 2012
Suicide is a persistent enemy that we can only defeat collectively. Across the Army, the monthly number of suicides has more than doubled since June, reaching 26 in July. Last year, 165 Soldiers took their lives. So far this year, there have been 191 potential suicides.
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Suicides prompt stand-down
Sep 27, 2012
An Armywide suicide prevention stand down is set for today.
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In an elite group
Sep 27, 2012
It was a grueling week for the more than 100 Fort Jackson Soldiers hoping to earn the Expert Infantryman Badge. Soldiers had to demonstrate their skills in map reading, first aid, language and protocol as gunfire and cries for help echoed throughout the surrounding forest.
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Army women win Armed Forces Softball Championship
Sep 27, 2012
Terri "Mama T" Andreoni, a 40-year-old, hard-hitting pitcher, led the All-Army women to a 5-4 victory over defending champion All-Air Force in the gold-medal game of the 2012 Armed Forces Softball Championships, Sept. 20, 2012, at the Cannoneer Complex on Fort Sill, Okla.
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Modular Backpack Panel to allow Soldiers to carry heavy, unwieldy loads
Sep 25, 2012
Lightening Soldiers' loads has always weighed heavily on Rich Landry's mind. While more and more equipment is being developed to assist them on the battlefield, Landry worries how Soldiers will carry it all over rugged terrain in places such as Afghanistan without incident or injury.
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Team IMCOM is force multiplier in battle against suicide
Sep 25, 2012
SAN ANTONIO -- Today we will observe a "Stand Up for Life Day" as we take time to discuss ways to build resiliency among our workforce, emphasize positive health and wellness habits, and learn more about behaviors that may help us deal more effectively with stress - all leading to a more balanced approach to living that recognizes the importance of life.
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Army completely redesigns new recruiter training
Sep 20, 2012
In a move to rapidly embrace the new Army Learning Model, the U.S. Army Soldier Support Institute's Recruiting and Retention School at Fort Jackson, S.C., has completely redesigned the Army Recruiter and Center Commander courses - from the curriculum and facilitation, to the number of students, to the students' duty uniform, to the physical appearance and layout of the classrooms.
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Army seeks Soldier input with Army Service Uniform survey
Sep 20, 2012
Sgt. Maj. of the Army Raymond F. Chandler III is encouraging all active-duty, Reserve and National Guard Soldiers to take the Army Service Uniform survey to help inform the Army's decisions regarding future uniforms and equipment.
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Focus stays strong on Army health, discipline
Sep 20, 2012
Our endeavor to ensure that we are building the best Army training center is a battle that takes place on and off the field each day. As I reflect on our progress, I think of our ongoing efforts to address the health of our force through medical, social and environmental enhancement programs that will enhance the well-being of our Soldiers, Family members and civilians.
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Fort Jackson building named after former commanding general
Sep 20, 2012
Building 9810 on Lee Road was formally christened Tuesday morning. The address of the Army Substance Abuse Program, the Soldier Family Assistance Center, American Red Cross and Warrior Transition Unit is now known as the MG John A. Renner Building, named for the 35th commanding general of Fort Jackson. Friends and family of Renner were in attendance Tuesday morning at the site as the new name was unveiled for the public.
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SELF Symposium scheduled
Sep 20, 2012
Fort Jackson spouses, and other interested community members, will have the opportunity to "embrace life fully," during the installation's second annual SELF symposium, which is scheduled from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m., Sept. 28 at the Solomon Center.
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Gate 2 reopens after 11-week renovation
Sep 20, 2012
After more than two months of being closed for renovation, Gate 2 reopened for traffic Wednesday. The upgrades were part of an effort to accommodate traffic and commercial vehicles. The gate received additional lanes, existing lanes were widened, and a new sign was built.
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On-post schools receive passing grades in review
Sep 20, 2012
Fort Jackson schools received favorable marks following a Quality Assurance Review conducted earlier this year.
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Soldiers test their mettle in Expert Infantryman challenges
Sep 20, 2012
Dozens of Fort Jackson Soldiers vie for the coveted Expert Infantryman Badge this week, taking part in extensive field tests.
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Hispanics past, present serve nation proudly
Sep 13, 2012
You've heard it many times: The strength of our Army is our Soldiers. The diversity of our Soldiers is also a great source of strength for the Army. The various attributes, experiences and backgrounds of our Soldiers -- as well as our Civilians and Family members -- across our Army enhance our global capabilities and contribute to an adaptive, culturally astute Army.
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Fort Jackson dining facility earns regional award
Sep 13, 2012
The dining facility at the U.S. Army Drill Sergeant School at Fort Jackson took the top spot in IMCOM Atlantic's Civilian Garrison category in the annual Philip A. Connelly Awards.
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School board set to expland
Sep 13, 2012
The Fort Jackson School Board last week approved the expansion of its roster from five to seven members.
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Fort Jackson schools hire new teachers
Sep 13, 2012
Growing student enrollment at Fort Jackson schools has resulted in the addition of new teaching positions this year, including a full-time music teacher for Pierce Terrace Elementary School.
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All park and no bite
Sep 13, 2012
Fort Jackson opens up a new dog park.
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Post honors victims, responders, military on anniversay of attacks
Sep 13, 2012
The Fort Jackson community came together Tuesday to commemorate the 11th anniversary of the 9/11 attacks on the United States. The ceremony in front of Post Headquarters featured displays to honor emergency responders and service members.
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Job Fair scheduled for Oct. 2
Sep 13, 2012
Looking for a job can be a daunting and disappointing experience. Even after sending out numerous resumes, job seekers may not receive a single invitation for an interview.
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Army ready with vaccine for flu season
Sep 10, 2012
The Army has ordered nearly 2 million doses of vaccine to immunize all Soldiers, their families, civilian employees and retirees for the upcoming flu season.
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New approaches to soldier fitness beginning to shape up
Sep 10, 2012
The Army saw a change in its physical readiness doctrine in March 2010, with the introduction of TC 3-22.20, an action taken in accordance with its 2009 posture statement on the issue. But, this was only a part of a changing approach to comprehensive soldier fitness, which included a slew of new programs at varying levels of command.
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Nation's resolve, resilience remain strong
Sep 6, 2012
Fort Jackson will remember the victims of 9/11 in a ceremony 9 a.m., Tuesday in front of Post Headquarters.
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Changes to gates coming
Sep 6, 2012
On Oct. 1, Fort Jackson will transition its security guard force from contractors to federal employees. This change will require adjustments to the installation's access procedures.
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Unit FedEx shipping changes announced
Sep 6, 2012
The Army has changed the way it funds overnight shipping for individual units.
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Are you prepared? Plan for emergencies as storms brew in Atlantic
Sep 6, 2012
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Challenge builds esprit de corps
Sep 6, 2012
Students of the Adjutant General Captains Career Course, Class 902-12, participated in a warrior challenge event at Weston Lake, Aug. 23.
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Exercise according to your body shape
Sep 6, 2012
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Victory starts here
Sep 6, 2012
New Soldiers with the 3rd Battalion, 34th Infantry Regiment conquer Victory Tower during recent Basic Combat Training exercises.
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Message to the IMCOM Workforce from LTG Mike Ferriter and CSM Earl Rice
Sep 5, 2012
The Installation Management Command has the best workforce we have seen in each of our 30-plus years of service. At every installation, base and depot we visit, we are impressed by the spirit, energy and teamwork exhibited by the IMCOM team.
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Combined Federal Campaign to begin Saturday
Aug 30, 2012
The 2012 Combined Federal Campaign effort in the Midlands area gets under way next week, and Team Jackson is once again prepared to do its part to help make this year's regional effort another tremendous success.
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Event showcases local services, opportunites
Aug 30, 2012
The Fort Jackson Jubilee took place Tuesday afternoon at the Solomon Center, welcoming new arrivals to Fort Jackson with educational displays about goods and services available in the community.
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Post-World War II Japan
Aug 30, 2012
Explore the American Soldier's call to duty in Japan as it rose from the ashes of World War II.
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Carolina Panthers Play 60 event comes to Fort Jackson
Aug 30, 2012
Fort Jackson children spent a little time away from the television set last Friday, thanks to the Carolina Panthers.
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National Preparedness Month - Sept 2012
Aug 30, 2012
The Army observes National Preparedness Month, emphasizing the importance of fostering a culture of preparedness to strengthen our ability to prevent, protect, mitigate, respond and recover from all emergencies.
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CFC kickoff
Aug 30, 2012
This year's Combined Federal Campaign launched Monday with a reception at the Officers' Club. Even though the country's economic recession has had a negative impact on charitable donations in recent years, this year's campaign goals remain lofty -- to raise $1.5 million for local, national and international charities between Sept. 1 and Dec. 14.
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BOSS talent on display
Aug 30, 2012
Eleven acts showcased their talents during the Better Opportunities for Single Soldiers talent show Friday at the Solomon Center.
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Labor Day Holiday Safety Message from IMCOM Commander
Aug 29, 2012
SAN ANTONIO -- On Sept. 3, we will celebrate Labor Day, recognizing all the hard work that has built and sustained our country. The Labor Day weekend has also come to mark the end of summer. It's a last chance to get together with family and friends, and enjoy the activities that make summer great.
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Three-event APFT retained pending baseline Soldier physical readiness study
Aug 24, 2012
The Army will retain the current three-event Army Physical Fitness Test, pending a study to determine the best method to measure baseline Soldier physical readiness.
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Victory Update Vol. 12-07
Aug 23, 2012
Thousands hit the streets of Fort Jackson to remember those who have paid the ultimate price and Fort Jackson residents spend a night out to help take a bite out of crime.
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Labor Day Message
Aug 23, 2012
With nearly 1.5 million Soldiers (Active/Reserve/Guard) and Civilians in the workforce, our Army is one of the largest employers in the United States and the world. This Labor Day, we honor you for not only defending the American workplace, but for being such a vital and vibrant part of it. Thank you
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Dempsey: Transition in military uncomfortable, but necessary
Aug 22, 2012
The chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff says the military must undergo three transitions in the coming years, with each dependent on finding the best way forward in lean economic times.
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Day commemorates women's achievements
Aug 22, 2012
Last week, we had the opportunity to celebrate women's equality during a great event here on post -- my thanks to the DENTAC team for organizing the program. This provided a good opportunity to pause and reflect on the accomplishments of women in our society and our Army.
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Run for the Fallen draws thousands
Aug 22, 2012
Almost 3,000 service members and community members laced their running shoes and donned bibs in honor of fallen service members during the second annual Fort Jackson Run for the Fallen, Saturday at Hilton Field.
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Suicide campaign seeks to remove stigma
Aug 22, 2012
According to figures released earlier this month by the Pentagon, 38 Soldiers took their lives in July, the highest numbers recorded in one month since the Army began tracking suicide rates.
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Shootings prompt interest in safety program
Aug 22, 2012
On July 20, a man walked into a movie theater in Aurora, Colo., dressed in police riot gear, armed to the teeth and ready for violence. In a room full of Batman fans dressed in costume for the movie's premiere, the accused shooter, James Holmes, was just another masked face in the crowd until he opened fire, killing 12 people and wounding dozens of others.
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Participants needed for PTSD study
Aug 22, 2012
Researchers with the Dorn VA Hospital and the University of South Carolina are conducting a study of physical activity for veterans with combat-related post traumatic stress disorder.
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Reuse Center celebrates customers
Aug 22, 2012
Did you know the materials donated to the Fort Jackson Reuse Center not only reduce waste and improve the environment, but also save customers tens of thousands of dollars every year?
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Slideshow: First female four-star general retires from Army
Aug 16, 2012
Gen. Ann E. Dunwoody, former Commanding General, Army Material Command, retires after nearly 38 years in uniform on Summerall Field at Joint Base Myer-Henderson Hall, Va., Aug. 15. Dunwoody is the first woman to serve as a four-star general in both the Army and the U.S. armed forces.
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Welcome back, Fort Jackson students
Aug 16, 2012
Now that students are returning to school, we need to make sure all of the good safety we have been practicing during the summer months doesn't take a back seat in the school bus, so to speak.
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Back to school
Aug 16, 2012
Teachers spent the week getting their workspaces ready for students at C.C. Pinckney and Pierce Terrace elementary schools. The new school year begins today, and children aren't the only ones to feeling a little nervous about the start of a new school year.
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Fort Jackson NEC wins national award
Aug 16, 2012
The Network Enterprise Center at Fort Jackson has been named best medium-sized NEC in the 7th Signal Command, an accomplishment that recognizes the organization's expertise in operating, maintaining and defending the post's digital networks.
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Small team keeps post looking food
Aug 16, 2012
Lawn mowers and weed trimmers are their tools of choice and despite the record-setting summer heat, they keep the post looking good.
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Parking changes protect live oaks
Aug 16, 2012
In an effort to protect the trees lining one of Fort Jackson's main roads, some motorists will have to change their parking habits.
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Post celebrates second annual National Night Out
Aug 16, 2012
As families began to arrive Thursday at Hilton Field, sirens from the parade of law enforcement, emergency services vehicles and barking military working dogs greeted them for Fort Jackson's second annual "National Night Out."
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MACH receives accreditation
Aug 16, 2012
Moncrief Army Community Hospital has earned The Joint Commission's Gold Seal of Approval for accreditation by demonstrating compliance with The Joint Commission's national standards for health care quality and safety in hospitals.
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Let the engines roar responsibly, safely
Aug 9, 2012
I want to take this opportunity to personally thank the more than 70 riders who participated in last week's Victory Thunder motorcycle rally to promote and raise awareness for motorcycle safety.
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Hilton Field upgrades set to begin
Aug 9, 2012
A hallowed ground that has served as the place where the careers of hundreds of thousands of Soldiers have started is scheduled for an upgrade.
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Fort Jackson employees ready for Brazilian exchange student
Aug 9, 2012
A Fort Jackson family is looking forward to the chance to introduce a foreign exchange student from Brazil to American culture, history and people.
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Commentary: Christians have duty towards others
Aug 9, 2012
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Odierno discusses Master Fitness training, new doctrine during TRADOC visit
Aug 7, 2012
Army Chief of Staff Gen. Raymond T. Odierno traveled to U.S. Army Training and Doctrine Command headquarters at Fort Eustis, Va., July 31, 2012, to receive briefings on TRADOC initiatives that impact both the current force and the Army of 2020.
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Net Zero: What Is It, What Does It Mean For You?
Aug 7, 2012
The U.S. Army has set the goal of Net-Zero energy consumption by 2030. For an installation to be Net-Zero it must produce as much energy on site as it consumes. This includes thermal and electrical energy. Installations can still be connected to the civilian grid, but over the course of the year the energy pulled from the grid must equal the amount supplied to it. A simple example would be if the hydro dam produced three megawatts of electricity 24 hours a day and the post used six MW for 12 hours a day and zero for the other 12 hours. Given this case, the installation would be Net-Zero because even though it still pulls three MW from the grid during the operating day, it supplies three MW back to the utility at night.
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Old Guard Soldier honored to escort fallen Soldiers' remains
Aug 6, 2012
Staff Sgt. Hector Valadez, casket platoon sergeant, Charlie Company, 1st Battalion, 3d U.S. Infantry Regiment (The Old Guard), tells his experience as a noncommissioned officer in charge of a dignified transfer at Dover Air Force Base, Del.
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You posted what on Facebook?
Aug 6, 2012
With the 2012 Presidential election less than 90 days away, there are a number of things Soldiers and government employees need to keep in mind when it comes to being in military or government service and being involved in political activity.
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London Games leave Mango dreaming about Rio
Aug 6, 2012
Sgt. Spenser Mango learned in London that much work must be done if he wants to medal at the 2016 Olympic Games in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil.
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Antiterrorism Awareness Message
Aug 6, 2012
August marks the Army's third annual observance of Antiterrorism Awareness Month. Antiterrorism awareness is a critical aspect of our profession, both on and off duty, because the threat of terrorist attack against our Nation and our Army is real and ever-present.
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How to turn civilian volunteers into Soldiers
Aug 6, 2012
A main part of our mission here on Fort Jackson is to turn civilian volunteers into Soldiers, and a big component in doing so is teaching the Army Values. Most of you reading this probably don't have to think hard to remember what they are -- loyalty, duty, respect, selfless service, honor, integrity and personal courage.
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Fort Jackson hit with outage
Aug 6, 2012
Fort Jackson struggled Wednesday to maintain military and civilian operations in the wake of a massive power outage.
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Fort Jackson to host annual 5k Run/Walk for the Fallen
Aug 6, 2012
Run/Walk for the Fallen, honoring fallen Soldiers, will be held 8 a.m. Aug. 18, at Hilton Field's softball complex.
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Car show draws a crowd
Aug 6, 2012
The Autocraft Shop, with the Community Recreation Division of Family and Morale, Welfare and Recreation, hosted an auto show July 28, in the Solomon Center parking area.
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Rally for safety
Aug 6, 2012
Fort Jackson Safety Center hosted a bike rally for new and experienced riders on post Tuesday at the Solomon Center.
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National Night Out set for Aug. 9
Aug 6, 2012
Fort Jackson's National Night Out is scheduled from 5 to 9 p.m., Aug. 9 at Hilton Field. Law enforcement and on-post organizations are coming together to bring Soldiers, families and civilians a night of information and entertainment.
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Plyometrics can increase your strength
Aug 6, 2012
Everything today is done in a hurry. You hear words like "promised," "get instant results" and "guarantee to work." It's tough living up to these unrealistic promises, and most items don't produce the results they claimed to deliver.
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Panetta: Program will help transitioning troops get jobs
Jul 25, 2012
A redesigned program for service members separating from the military will help veterans better apply the experience they've gained in uniform, Defense Secretary Leon E. Panetta said.
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U.S. Army Olympians
Jul 25, 2012
Meet the Soldiers who are representing our nation at the 2012 London Olympics.
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Suicide affects all of Army, Team Jackson
Jul 25, 2012
Through June, there have been 89 potential active-duty Army suicides: 48 were confirmed as suicides and 41 remain under investigation. At our current rate, we have the potential to exceed last year's 165 confirmed suicides.
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Fire in housing area dislocates families
Jul 25, 2012
A car's faulty fuel injection system was blamed in a garage fire in the Pierce Terrace housing area that left two families displaced on July 18.