Please find attached this month’s 1ID and Fort Riley monthly news update, as well as the Network meeting slides. For your convenience it will be posted to the following link in the next few days: http://www.1id.army.mil/DocumentList.aspx?lib=1ID_FRG_Updates <http: />

1. 1ID and For t Riley
Monthly News Update
January 6, 2012
2012 Subsistence Military OneSource
Allowance and Ta x P r o g r a m Calendar of
H o u s i n g A l l ow a n c e In January
Events:
2012, Military  January 6- FR Net-
Ra t e s A n n o u n c e d OneSource Tax work Meeting
Program will 10:30am
The Department of Defense
released the 2012 Basic Al- launch the H&R  January 12 - USO “No
lowance for Housing (BAH) Block at Home® free electronic filling Dough” Dinner
rates, which take effect tax service. File your Federal and 5:00pm
January 1, 2012. Overall State taxes online for free! This is the  January 13-16—
rates will increase an aver- same program you may have used Division Training
age of 2 percent this year.
before. If you have already created holiday
an H&R Block account, your login  January 19 - Fort
For members with dependents average in-
creases in BAH are approximately $39 per credentials for that account will still Riley Tax Center
month. A typical E-6 with dependents, for ex- work and you will be able to access Opens
ample, will find his/her BAH about $35 per your personal tax information.  January 25 - Monthly
month higher than last year, while an O-3 with Retirement Cere-
dependents will receive about $40 more than Please wait for the service to launch mony 9:00am
last year. at Military OneSource
 January 25 - K-State
ww.militaryonesourceeap.org be- Women’s Basket-
In areas where rates will decrease, the de- fore trying to access your H&R Block ball-Partnership
crease will only apply to members newly re-
account. This will prevent any appli- Day 7:00pm
porting to those locations. Members are pro-
cable charges being applied to your  January 27 - Opera-
tected by individual rate protection which en-
sures that those already assigned to a given account when preparing to file your tion Homefront
location will not see their BAH rate decrease; return. The free offer is only valid Celebration 6:00pm
however, they will receive the increase if the through the Military OneSource site.
 January 30 - Resilient
rate goes up. This assures that members who Spouse Academy
have made long-term commitments in the form 9:00am
of a lease or contract are not penalized if the
area's housing costs decrease.
Three components are included in BAH com-
putation: median current market rent; average See pages 12 & 13 for
utilities (including electricity, heat, and water/ more calendar updates.
sewer); and average renter's insurance. For
more information on BAH, visit
www.defensetravel.dod.mil/site/bah.cfm.
The 2012 Basic Allowance for Subsistence
(BAS), which will also take effect January 1, is
designed to cover the cost of food for service
members who do not have access to military
dining facilities. That allowance will increase
from $325.04 to $348.44 for enlisted troops,
and from $223.84 to $239.96 for officers.
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2. AAFES Coke Holiday
Sweepstakes
The Army and Air
Force Exchange
Service will
award grand
prizes of $2,600
in American Express gift cards
to five lucky entrants of its ―Coke Holi-
day Sweepstakes.‖ Military shoppers
can enter the ―Coke Holiday Sweep-
stakes‖ at their local Exchange. No
purchase is necessary to enter and the
drawing will take place on or about
February 10, 2012. To learn more,
please go to:
http://www.military.com/
military-report/aafes-cokeholiday-
sweepstakes
(Courtesy of AUSA)
TSP Contribution Limits to
Increase
The 2012 elective deferral limit for
regular Thrift Savings Plan (TSP)
contributions has increased from
$16,500 to $17,000 for 2012. The
TSP catch-up plan contribution limit
will remain at $5,500. Military mem-
bers can contribute any whole per-
centage up to 92 percent of basic
pay, as long as the annual total does
not exceed $17,000 for 2012. If con-
GI Bill 2.0 Changes: Housing Allowance tributing from basic pay, Airmen may
also invest all or part of their bonuses,
A New Online Housing Allowance will be payable to stu- special pay, or incentive pay. For
dents enrolled solely in distance learning (including online more information about TSP, visit the
education). The housing allowance is half the national av- Thrift Savings Plan website at
erage BAH for an E-5 with dependents which averages at www.tsp.gov. Click on "Summary of
a rate of $673.50 for 2011). This is subject to prorating
the Thrift Savings Plan" located under
based on the number of credits being taken, and was ef-
fective as of October 1, 2011. This does not include active duty or their GI civilian or uniformed services TSP
Bill eligible spouses. Forms and Publications. For more on
TSP and other military pay benefits,
To see a list of this, and other GI Bill 2.0 Changes, please click: visit the Military.com Benefits Center
http://www.military.com/education/content/gi-bill/pending-gi- at: http://www.military.com/benefits.
billchanges.html
(Courtesy AUSA)
(Courtesy AUSA)
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3. Applications Now ADPAAS Accounts for People … Not Just
Accepted for 2012 Numbers
Military Spouse In today's world of natural or man-
Scholarships made disasters, it has become essen-
tial to have a plan of action for deter-
mining and minimizing the affect an
The National Military event has on Army personnel and their
Family Association Family members. Following Hurricane
is now accepting Katrina, the search for a system to de-
applications for its termine and report the whereabouts
annual Joanne Hol- and the status of our Army began.
brook Patton Military
Spouse Scholarship The Army Disaster Personnel Account-
Program. The Asso- ability and Assessment System (ADPAAS) was shortly introduced as the per-
ciation recognizes sonnel accountability tool to meet these DOD instructions. More importantly,
the unique challenges today’s military ADPAAS is designed to account, assess needs, and assist the Army to a rapid
spouses face pursuing additional return to recovery and stability.
training or education. Scholarships of
up to $1,000 are awarded to help The system enables the Army to assess disaster-related needs that may in-
ease the financial obstacles that ac- clude housing, medical, financial assistance, employment, pay and benefits,
company pursuing a higher educa- transportation, child care, counseling, and general legal matters. ADPAAS
tion. ensures contact is maintained with Army personnel and Family members to
guarantee that the required assistance is provided.
Scholarships are awarded in six cate-
gories: If an emergency or disaster occurs, the Secretary of Defense may issue a di-
 General (High School GED, Eng- rective for all personnel to report on their status to their respective Service.
lish as a Second Language, Post- Army personnel will be directed to report their status either to their unit, di-
Secondary, Graduate) rectly to the ADPAAS Web site or through an Army contact center. ADPAAS
can and should work in concert with an organization's alert notification sys-
 Licensing Fee tems to account for all its personnel. Organizations must include ADPAAS per-
 Science, Technology, Engineer- sonnel accountability in their emergency management plans.
ing, or Math Degree (to include cer-
tain healthcare fields) Beginning February 2012, disaster personnel accountability in accordance
 Spouses of Fallen Service Mem- with the DoD instructions and Army regulations will be inspected at all Army
bers levels. The proper use of ADPAAS will ensure organizations are in compli-
 Spouses of Wounded Service ance.
Members
Vocational or Technical Certification In leveraging current technology, Army personnel and Family members will
Applications will only be accepted soon be able to report their status using the iPhone, Android, iPad or any
online and must be submitted by mid- other mobile devices with internet access. An application has been developed,
night EST, January 31, 2012. tested and will soon be ready to launch.
Spouses of uniformed service mem-
bers (active duty, National Guard and ADPAAS can also offer reassurance to deployed Soldiers about the safety of
Reserve, retirees, and survivors) their families, "The bottom line is that preparedness increases the resiliency of
from any branch or rank are eligible America's fighting forces and supports Soldiers who are forward-deployed,"
to apply. The scholarship funds may said LTC Serafin Alorro, the Army Personnel Accountability Program Man-
be used to assist with tuition, fees, ager. "We want our Soldiers downrange to feel comfortable that their Families
and school room and board. Apply are being taken care of at home. Taking care of our Families … that's our mis-
Now at sion."
This scholarship program is made In order to meet this mission, Army Families need to maintain accurate, up-to-
possible by partnerships with BAE date contact information in ADPAAS. To access ADPAAS, log on to https://
Systems and Folds of Honor Founda- adpaas.army.mil and click on the Army Military, DA Civilians, NAF Employees,
tion. OCONUS Contractors and their Families button.
(Courtesy National Military Family Contact information on the system can be updated at any time. For more infor-
Association) mation call the ADPAAS Information Line at 1-800-833-6622 .
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4. At What Age Should Parents Nominations Now Open for 2012 Mili-
Start Reading to Children tary Child of the Year Award
Experts recommend that Operation Home-
parents read to infants front recently an-
before they can talk. Talk- nounced the
ing, singing, and reading opening of the
to your child are not only 2012 Military Child
important for brain devel- of the Year award
opment but a wonderful nomination period.
bonding opportunity. When babies hear you say The award will be given to an outstanding military child from each
words over and over, more speech and language Service – Army, Navy, Air Force, Marine Corps and Coast Guard.
connections develop. Keep in mind the following:
The winners, who will each receive $5,000, will be flown with a
 By about six months, infants show their ex- parent or guardian to Washington for a special recognition cere-
citement by widening their eyes and moving mony April 5, 2012. Nominations are being accepted online un-
their arms and legs when looking at a book til Jan. 15, 2012, at www.OperationHomefront.net/MCOY.
with pictures of babies or other familiar ob-
jects. Ideal candidates for the Military Child of the Year award demon-
strate resilience and strength of character and thrive in the face of
 Read stories in a way that encourages older the challenges of military life. They demonstrate leadership within
babies and toddlers to participate—by an- their Families and within their communities.
swering your questions, pointing out what
they see in a picture book, telling you what "The sons and daughters of America's service members learn what
they think will happen next in the story, and patriotism is at a very young age," said Jim Knotts, chief executive
repeating rhymes and refrains. officer, Operation Homefront.
 Telling the same stories and singing the "Children in military Families understand sacrifice and live with the
same songs over and over may feel boring to concept of service. This is what the Military Child of the Year
you, but not to children. Award honors."
If you are a new parent, don't forget about the REQUIREMENTS FOR NOMINEES
New Parent Support Program, which is available  Must have valid military ID or currently be enrolled in DEERS
at installations supporting family members world-  Must be between the ages of 8 to 18
wide. Visit MilitaryHOMEFRONT at  Must be able to travel to Washington for the ceremony on April
http://www.militaryhomefront.dod.mil/l/ 5, 2012
newparentsupport for more infor-
mation. Finalists must have a background check to confirm the information
provided in the nomination and must provide references. Recipi-
ents of the 2011 awards are profiled in the book "Our Youngest
Heroes."
Five Tips to Banish Post Holiday Bloating
Many have set their New Years Resolution again this year to lose weight. Here are a few
tips to help banish the post holiday bloating.
 Sweat your booty off! Give yourself a daily 60-minute sweat session three days in a row.
No walking--go running or spinning.
 If you want to shrink fast, stick to egg whites, fish, chicken and veggies.
 Make friends with veggie drinks. Consume at least two all-veggie (no fruit) juices a day
for three days and witness the return of your waist!
 Steam clean. Nothing beats bloat like a steam or sauna session. Drink water while sweating and flush out the holi-
days.
 No eating late. You hear this trick all the time because it works. Pick a time three hours before bed and STOP eat-
ing. Want to be sure you stick to it? Brush your teeth, close down the kitchen and update your Facebook status to
"Done eating for the day!"
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5. Winter Weather Pet Tips
Cold weather can be hard on pets, just like it can be hard on people. Some owners will
leave their pets outside for extended periods of time, thinking that all animals are adapted
to live outdoors. This can put their pets in danger of serious illness.
When temperatures fall consider the following:
 Bring your pets inside - even animals with thick coats can freeze in cold weather. If
your pet is shivering, it’s too cold for them.
 If you have to take your pets out, stay outside with them. When you’re cold enough to go inside, they probably are
too.
 Check to make sure your pet’s water isn’t frozen. Animals that don’t have access to clean, unfrozen water are more
likely to drink out of puddles or gutters, which can be polluted with oil, antifreeze, household cleaners, and other
chemicals.
 A dog house should be insulated and the opening should face south. Splinters, jagged edges, exposed nails and
holes should be repaired. Bedding should be washed regularly and kept dry. Pet carriers are not dog houses and
provide no protection from weather.
 Pets that go outside can pick up rock salt, ice, and ice melt in their foot pads. To keep the pads from getting
chapped, wipe their feet with a washcloth. This will also keep them from licking the salt off, causing digestive tract
inflammation.
 Be particularly gentle with elderly and arthritic pets during the winter. The cold can leave their joints extremely stiff
and tender, and they may become more awkward than usual.
 Go ahead and put that sweater on Princess, if she’ll put up with it. It will help a little, but you can’t depend on it en-
tirely to keep her warm.
 Keep an eye out for two serious conditions caused by cold weather - frostbite and hypothermia. Frostbite happens
when the pet’s body gets cold and pulls blood from the extremities to the center to stay warm. Ice crystals can form
in the tissue and damage it. Hypothermia occurs when a pet is not able to keep their body temperature from falling
below normal. If you suspect either of these conditions, you need to get your pet warm and then take her to your
veterinarian. In the case of possible frostbite, it’s important that you don’t rub the frostbitten tissue.
If you take some precautions, you and your pet can have a fabulous time enjoying the winter weather!
Attention! Walgreens is No Longer in the TRICARE Network
Walgreens is no longer a part of the TRICARE retail pharmacy network as of
January 1, 2012. Those impacted are beneficiaries who are currently using
Walgreens to fill their medication prescriptions. Also, beneficiaries who occa-
sionally use Walgreens, such as for a seasonal flu shot, will need to remember
Walgreens will no longer be in the TRICARE retail network.
What does this mean for the beneficiary? It means, when you use an out-of-network retail pharmacy, you will have to
pay 100 percent of the prescription(s) costs and submit a paper claim for non-network reimbursement. This could be
very expensive depending on the type of medication. ESI is recommending/encouraging beneficiaries impacted by
this change to transfer your prescriptions to TRICARE Home Delivery or to another network retail pharmacy. Benefi-
ciaries can find another network retail pharmacy by going to www.express-scripts.com/TRICARE/pharmacy. For
more information on TRICARE Home Delivery, go to www.express-scripts.com/TRICARE and click on ―Get Started
with Home Delivery‖ pill bottled link on the left-hand side of the screen.
(Courtesy National Military Family Association)
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6. AIB International School of Baking Offers Scholarship to One Lucky Person
AIB International School of Baking in Manhattan has a full tuition scholarship for
a person to attend AIB's 16 week Baking Science and Technology course, Feb. 2
-May 24, 2012. AIB would like to announce that this scholarship is for a military
veteran, active duty or spouse and is offered by representatives of the commer-
cial baking industry to educate and encourage persons for positions of responsi-
bility in the baking industry. Respond directly to Ken Embers
(kembers@aibonline.org or 785-539-2819) for additional information.
Dave Ramsey’s “Financial Peace Manhattan Military Relations Com-
University” Being Offered at ACS mittee Luncheon’s Schedule for 2012
ACS is offering the Dave Ramsey ―Financial Peace Uni-
versity‖ There will be three class options. They will The Manhattan Military Relations
have a Tuesday night Committee meets the 1st Wednesday
class that will be from of the month. They have a guest
6:00pm to 8:00pm speaker each month speaking on vari-
ous topics concerning the Military, Ft.
beginning January
Riley, Manhattan's relationship with Ft.
10th. They will offer a Riley, Wounded Warriors, etc. Please
Thursday class dur- come and join them, all are welcome
ing the duty day from at the meetings.
9:00am to 11:00am
beginning January Here are the dates for the next 5 months:
12th. They will also offer a Saturday morning class, from
Date: Feb. 1
10:00am to noon, starting February 4th. There is no
Location: Hilton Garden Inn Manhattan
cost to participants. The Financial Peace University kits Speaker: TBA
are being funded by the Fort Riley ACS. These kits Time: 11:30am -1:00pm
would normally cost participants $93. The kits include all
13 lessons in a downloadable format, which you can Date: Mar. 7
download wherever you wish; the FPU Workbook; a Location: Manhattan Country Club
copy of ―Financial Peace Revisited‖; Dave Ramsey’s Speaker: Tempered Steel Wounded Warriors
Time: 11:30am -1:00pm
envelope system; budgeting forms; and much more.
Completion of this course also makes you a lifetime Date: Apr. 4
member of the Dave Ramsey organization with access Location: Holiday Inn at the Campus
to everything on their website, including the Member Speaker: TBA
Resource Center. Every single Soldier and every couple Time: 11:30am -1:00pm
will receive a kit. Space is limited, so the sooner you
book your class, the better. Date: May 2
Location: TBD
You can sign up or get more information by calling ACS Speaker: TBA
at 785-239-9425. ―Couples are highly encouraged to Time: 11:30am -1:00pm
attend together." You
Date: June 6
must attend all Location: Clarion
classes in order to Speaker: TBA
keep the kits that are Time: 11:30am -1:00pm
provided,
To RSVP please contact Whitney at
whiney@manhattan.org.
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7. Petals and Blooms in the Exchange
Are you preparing to deploy and don’t
want to miss those special days while
your gone. Check out the Petals and
Blooms ―Flowers for a Year‖ program.
They are located in the Exchange.
Also, don’t forget Valentine’s is just
around the corner and they have great
specials available. See their Flyer for
some of those specials.
Reference herein to any specific commercial products, process, or service by trade name, trademark, manufacturer,
or otherwise, does not necessarily constitute or imply its endorsement, recommendation, or favoring by the United
States Government. The views and opinions of authors expressed herein do not necessarily state or reflect those of
the United States Government, and shall not be used for advertising or product endorsement purposes
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8. OCSC 2012 Fund Disbursement Application
It’s that time of year again! It is time to complete applications for funds disbursements in support
of deserving organizations/activities in our community. During the membership year, OCSC
raises funds through events like our November Make It, Bake It, Fake It luncheon, Casino Royale
basket auction in March, and the opportunity drawings at each luncheon. To apply for the funds
this year, individuals must complete the Application for Fund Disbursement and return the appli-
cation via postal mail or email. Applications must be postmarked by February 24, 2012. While
anyone may apply, special consideration is given to requests that benefit groups, have a lasting
benefit and are connected in some way to military personnel/families. Please note that we are
unable to grant requests for funds in support of salaries, operating costs or FRGs.
Applications can be found online at www.fortrileyocsc.com/community-assistance. For more information please contact
Sara Nauman at donations@fortrileyocsc.com .
IACH Operations Her War Her Voice Support Group
During Severe Weather
So far winter has been mild We are breaking the silence. We hear your battle cry, your need to
here in Kansas. But you voice your struggle and the beauty in your victory. Here, we celebrate
never know when that might you, support you, and commend you. This is a safe and anonymous
support group with a grassroots approach. Upcoming dates are
change and when it does
January 17th and February 21st. Group meets from 6:00pm –
there are questions about 8:00pm. For more information contact (785)239-9435.
Fort Riley’s hospital opera-
tions. Below you find a few
guidelines they would like for their custom-
ers to know:
 The hospital will maintain operations
unless otherwise directed by the Hos-
pital Commander
 Appointments may be delayed be-
cause staff drives in the same road
conditions and they want them to ar-
rive safely
 Be patient as you may not see the
provider with whom you had an ap-
pointment
 Be patient as there may be a delay in
being seen at your scheduled appoint-
ment time
HASFR 2012 Fund
 If you are unable to make your ap-
pointment please cancel it.
Disbursement Application
For appointments or to cancel call (785) HASFR is accepting grant applications for their 2012 Spring Disburse-
239-DOCS(3627) or 1-888-239-DOCS ment. For applications you can email hasfrevents@hotmail.com or
see back page of newsletter for an application. Deadline to apply is 29
(3627) February, 2012.
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9. Ever wish you could compliment
someone for doing a good job or
wanted to make complaint but did-
n’t know where to go? Click on the
following link and leave your ICE
Comment and it goes to the appropriate personnel
to take care of your concern.
http://ice.disa.mil/index.cfm?fa=site&site_id=17
FREE Child Care for
FRG Meet in gs!!!
Fort Riley Child & Youth Ser-
vices now provides free child-
care for Family Readiness
Group Meetings. This is open
to all units on Fort Riley. Con-
tact your FRG leader or Family
Readiness Support Assistant (FRSA) to make your
childcare reservation once CYS registration has
been completed. CYS registration of your child or
children is mandatory!
Location of childcare will be determined by the age IACH Offers Self Care Classes for
of child/children; the sites of childcare are Warren
Road Child Development Center, Bldg. 6950 and/or Over the Counter Medications
School Age Services, Bldg. 5810. Time of childcare
offered is from 6:30pm to 8:30pm. Reservations for Irwin Army Community Hospital’s Self Care program is on-
care will be taken up to three days prior to sched- line. Click the following link and review the slides
uled childcare opening!
http://iach.amedd.army.mil/sections/clinics/preventiveMedicin
Future dates of childcare are as follows: e/OTC_Dec_2009.pdf. Once your review is done, then take
the online test. When a score of 70% or more is achieved,
January - 10th & 24th print your results. Bring the results to the pharmacy and re-
February - 14th & 28th ceive your pharmacy cards for Free over the counter medica-
tions.
For more information, please contact the Central
Registration office at (785)239-9885 or stop by For more information call the Preventive Medicine Service at
Bldg. 6620 Normandy Dr.
(785)239-7323.
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12. January 2012
Sun Mon Tue Wed Thu Fri Sat
1 2 3 4 5 6 7
- LSEC Classes - Army Federal Job -101st BSB Change
Begin Applications Work- of Command
shop 1:00pm 9:00am
- Manhattan MRC
Luncheon 11:30am - Network Meeting
10:30am
New Years Training Holiday 30 Dec– 02 JAN
8 9 10 11 12 13 14
- AFTB Level 1 - - AFTB Level 1 Cont, - Army Federal Job
9:00am 9:00am Applications Work-
shop 1:00pm
MLK Training Holiday Jan 13– 16
15 16 MLK Day 17 18 19 20 21
- ACS Instructor Train- - ACS Instructor - ACS Instructor - Starting Plants - Eagle Days at Milford
11:00am
ing Course 9:00am Training Course Training Course Indoors10:00am
9:00am 9:00am
- Her War Her Voice
6:00pm - MLK Observance - Fort Riley Tax
Day 11:45am Center Opens
- KSU VS Texas - Army Federal Job
MLK Training Holiday Jan 13-16 Men’s BB 8:00pm Applications Work-
22 23 24 25 26 27 28
- Family Bingo @ - FRG Binder Require- - Monthly Retirement - Army Federal Job - Operation Home- - Flick n Float
Rally Point ment Class 1:00pm Ceremony 9:00am Applications Work- front Celebration
shop 1:00pm 6:00pm
- Funds Custodian
Training 10:00am
29 30 31
Resilient Spouse Academy 30 - 3 Feb
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13. February 2012
Sun Mon Tue Wed Thu Fri Sat
1 2 3 4
- Manhattan MRC - UFF Fight at King -Comedy Night 8:00pm
Luncheon 11:30am Field House 7:00pm
5 6 7 8 9 10 11
Super Bowl Sunday - VOQ Ceremony - 1001st MP Change
at Warrior Zone 6:00pm of Command 9:00am
11:00am
12 13 14 Valentines Day 15 16 17 18
- Family Bingo - Valentine’s Day -Black History Month - A Night Out: cus-
2:00pm Family Bowl and Observance 11:45am toms and Courte-
Wacky Tournament sies for Military
11am Events 10:00am
Master Resilience Training for Family Members Feb 13-16 9am- 3pm Division Training Holiday Feb 17-20
K-State Collegiate Rodeo 17-19 FEB
19 20 President’s Day 21 22 23 24 25
- Guess What Your
Mate Will Say
12:00pm
- KSU Military Appre-
ciation Day at the
Rodeo
Division Training Holiday Feb 17-20
KSU Rodeo FRSA Training 22-23 FEB 9am –3pm
26 27 28 29
-Monthly Retirement
Ceremony 9:00am
Resilient Spouse Academy 30 - 3 Feb
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14. Send your events, news, con-
tact information, etc., to: On the Web!
Stacie Dumas 1st Infantry Division & Fort Riley Homepage - www.riley.army.mil
1st Inf. Div. FRSA Building
580, Room 333 Fort Riley MWR - www.rileymwr.com
All information needs to be Army vFRG– www.armyfrg.org
received by January 26, 2012
for the next monthly newslet- Fort Riley Religious Support - www.riley.army.mil/UnitPage.aspx?
ter.
Phone: (785)240-1251 US Army Homepage- www.army.mil
Fax: (785)239-0416
MyPay - https://mypay.dfas.mil
E-mail:
stacie.r.dumas.civ@mail.mil Irwin Army Community Hospital - http://iach.amedd.army.mil
or
stacie.dumas@us.army.mil Ready Army - www.riley.army.mil/areainfo/readyarmy.aspx
Fort Riley MWR Twitter Page - http://twitter.com/rileyfmwrbear
!!!
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GOT
1ID Facebook Page - http://www.facebook.com/1stInfantryDivision
Fort Riley Facebook Page - http://www.facebook.com/FortRiley
1ID Flickr Page - http://www.flickr.com/photos/firstinfantrydivision/
D i d Yo u K n o w ?
 Abraham Lincoln issued the  Civil Service system established, members aboard, January 28,
Emancipation Proclamation January 16, 1883. 1986.
January 1, 1863.
 Amendment 18 to the Constitu-  Congress authorized purchase
 In the northern half of the world, tion, prohibiting the sale of alco- of Thomas Jefferson's library as
January is the coldest month. In holic beverages, ratified, January nucleus of the Library of Con-
the southern half of the world, 16, 1919 gress, January 30, 1815.
January is the warmest month.
 Inauguration Day for the Presi-  January is National Soup Month
 Kansas became the 34th state, dent every fourth year, beginning in the United States of America
1861. in January 20, 1937.
 First American presidential elec-  Gold discovered in California,
tion, January 7, 1789. January 24, 1848.
 Amendment 11 to Constitution,  Transcontinental telephone ser-
modifying the Supreme Court's vice established in United States,
power, proclaimed, January 8, January 25, 1915
1798.
 Thomas Edison granted the first
 First UN General Assembly patent for his incandescent light,
met, London, January 10, 1946. January 27, 1880.
Cullinan diamond, world's largest dia-
 First great oil strike in Texas,  U.S. space shuttle Challenger mond, found January 26, 1905
January 10, 1901. exploded, killing all seven crew
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