Sherry Kuiper
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JBM-HH says ‘ciao’ to traditional chow hall concept with opening of America’s Kitchen.
8 JOINT BASE MYER-HENDERSON HALL, Va. – The long-awaited Warrior Restaurant, called America’s Kitchen, served its first meals during the grand opening June 12, at Joint Base Myer-Henderson Hall. The ribbon cutting included the sounds of The President’s Own Marine Corps Band, along with brief remarks from garrison commander, Col. Tasha Lowery, and commanding general of Joint Task Force-National Capital Region and the U.S. Army Military District of Washington, Maj. Gen. Trevor Bredenkamp.
JBM-HH Military Spouse of the Year has higher calling in service to others.
8 JOINT BASE MYER-HENDERSON HALL, Va. – If you spend any time at the churches on Joint Base Myer-Henderson Hall, there is a good chance you have seen Leigh Ingram hard at work, whether helping the Religious Support Office plan events, helping administratively, assisting with spouse groups, or singing at a service. Leigh’s volunteer work in the joint base community makes it no surprise that she is the Armed Forces Insurance Military Spouse of the Year for Joint Base Myer-Henderson Hall.
Solider embraces competition with music, eSports and Jiu-Jitsu
Maintenance window scheduled to begin at February 14th 2200 est. until 0400 est. February 15th (e.g. yourname@email.com) Remember me Forgot Password? 8 JOINT BASE MYER-HENDERSON HALL, Va. - She may seem unassuming as the principal piccoloist for The U.S. Army Band’s concert band at Joint Base Myer-Henderson Hall, but make no mistake, Master Sgt. Megan Lomonof is as competitive as they come.
Stopping mold is a joint responsibility
Maintenance window scheduled to begin at February 14th 2200 est. until 0400 est. February 15th REGISTER LOGIN It’s the four-letter word that pops up everywhere, on everything, and if it is not addressed, it can get out of control. Mold. “Mold is naturally occurring, and it is everywhere,” said Joint Base Myer-Henderson Hall director of safety, Leonard Davis.
Part of the team: Col. Bowling reflects on time as joint base commander
It was a rainy Friday morning on April 28, with sounds of The U.S. Army Band “Pershing’s Own” practicing in the background, as Col. David Bowling sat down to reflect on his time as the commander of Joint Base Myer-Henderson Hall. “I really loved being a part of the team here at the joint base.” Bowling took command May 6, 2021, during a global pandemic. Coincidentally, that public health emergency ended May 11, 2023, just two weeks before he turned over command of the joint base.
Army priorities fuel JBM-HH Headquarters Battalion Leader Professional Development program
JOINT BASE MYER-HENDERSON HALL, Va. – Adding value, promoting the profession, understanding the Army Priorities and experiencing the Army’s history are just a few of the driving forces behind the Joint Base Myer-Henderson Hall Headquarters Battalion's Leader Professional Development program. “We are doing so much in terms of people; we are sometimes not connected with the big picture and what the Army is doing,” said Maj.
Army improves barracks for Marines, Soldiers at Joint Base Myer-Henderson Hall
The U.S. Army is putting its money where its mouth is. Secretary of the Army Christine Wormuth recently pledged to boost the Army’s annual barracks budget, which will positively affect several ongoing barracks projects and future sustainability projects at Joint Base Myer-Henderson Hall.
Joint base welcomes new deputy commander
Joint Base Myer-Henderson Hall, VA – A Marine heavy helicopter pilot has landed as the new deputy commander at Joint Base Myer-Henderson Hall. Lt. Col. John Dexter took the helm as deputy joint base commander in early September. Supporting the joint base Dexter holds the distinction of being the only Marine deputy joint base commander. With 12 joint bases in the Department of Defense, Joint Base Myer-Henderson Hall is the only one with the Marine Corps.
Fort Meade honors Army heritage, Greatest Generation
FORT GEORGE G. MEADE, Md. - Protecting America 24/7 for 247 years was the theme for this year’s Army birthday, which Fort Meade celebrated on June 14, with the Army Heritage Observance at Club Meade. The U.S. Army Field Band hosted the celebration, complete with musical performances throughout the event by the band’s HooahCappella, Soldier's Chorus and Woodwind Quintet. A display showcasing the history of the Army was set up beneath a panoramic photo of the Tank Corps at Fort Meade in 1920.
Fort Meade and Howard County team up for win-win partnership
FORT GEORGE G. MEADE, Md. – Howard County and Army leaders gathered at Defense Media Activity on Fort Meade to celebrate the signing of the Army’s 100th Intergovernmental Support Agreement.
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Fort Meade Declassified EP 51 Meade H.S. Cyber Team
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Fort Meade kicks off holiday season with tree lighting
By Sherry Kuiper Capital Gazette | Dec 10, 2021 at 5:00 AM Thank you for supporting our journalism. This article is available exclusively for our subscribers, who help fund our work at The Capital Gazette. With the flip of a switch, Fort Meade Garrison Commander Col. Christopher Nyland and a few of the fort’s children lit up 8,000 lights on the approximately 35-foot tall tree Dec. 2 at the Main Post Chapel.
Time Travel and Levitation
The latest updates and plan for the MAGLEV train system, designed to travel from Washington, D.C., to New York City in one hour. It’s hard to imagine a world where we can get from Washington, D.C., to New York City in an hour. On most days, pre-COVID-19, we can’t even get from Annapolis to the nation’s capital in that amount of time. Enter the MAGLEV—the closest thing to time travel we may ever see in our lifetime. What is MAGLEV?
Fort Meade families enjoy Story Walk thanks to Anne Arundel County Public Library | COMMENTARY
The walk around Burba Lake here at Fort Meade had a little something extra for families in mid-July. In addition to the wildlife, scenery and occasional sounds of The U.S. Army Field Band practicing, dozens of families also enjoyed a story while strolling around the lake. The Anne Arundel County Public Library once again brought its popular StoryWalk back to the installation.
Fort Meade: Headquarters Command Battalion bids farewell to outgoing commander, welcomes Lt. Col. Ward
By Bryan Spann and Sherry Kuiper Capital Gazette | Jul 03, 2020 at 8:00 AM Col. Erich Spragg, Fort Meade garrison commander, pins the Army Meritorious Service Medal on Lt. Col. Thomas Chapeau, outgoing Headquarters Command Battalion commander, for his service while in that position. Chapeau relinquished command to Lt. Col. Stephen Ward. (Courtesy Photo) The Fort Meade Garrison Headquarters Command Battalion has a new commander. Lt. Col. Thomas Chapeau relinquished command to Lt. Col.
HCB commander set to leave Fort Meade
Lt. Col. Thomas D. Chapeau has lead Headquarters Company Battalion at Fort Meade for over two years./Courtesy Photo All commands come to an end and such is the case for Lt. Col. Thomas D. Chapeau. For just a little over two years, Chapeau has lead the Headquarters Company Battalion at Fort Meade. His change-of-command ceremony is set for Tuesday at the Post Theater with all of the mask-wearing and social distancing standards in place, thanks to the coronavirus.
Memorial Day observed in quiet tribute
In observance of Memorial Day, garrison volunteers placed flags on Friday afternoon at the graves of U.S. service members buried at the Fort Meade Post Cemetery./Nate Pesce/Baltimore Sun Media Group On a rainy Friday afternoon, garrison staffers placed flags at the Fort Meade Post Cemetery. Even though many installation events, including the annual Massing of the Colors, were canceled this year due to COVID-19, the garrison would not let those service members who are laid to rest be forgotten.
Changing responsibility in a time of change
Wearing masks and gloves, Command Sgt. Maj. Ronald Krause (left), the new senior enlisted Soldier for the 780th Military Intelligence Brigade (Cyber), assumes responsibility as he accepts the unit’s guidon as the “keeper of the colors” from Col. Brian Vile, the brigade commander, during a change-of-responsibility ceremony held Friday at McGill Training Center./Steven Stover/780th MI Brigade A change-of-responsibility ceremony is usually filled with pomp and circumstance and esprit de corps.
Families can stay on track with learningAnne Arundel County Library is a free resource for students of all ages
With a computer and internet access, virtual programming and digital materials are available at Anne Arundel County Library, to keep children learning./Jovan Mandic/Getty Images School is still in session, even from home. And for parents who are not used to guiding their children through a school curriculum — outside of homework help — keeping up with assignments can be a bit of a challenge. There is some good news — free resources.
Staying connected through music
The Six-String Soldiers perform during a livestream concert on Saturday as part of a series of daily programming provided by The U.S. Army Field Band to keep the American people connected to the Army during the coronavirus pandemic./photo by Sherry Kuiper/Fort Meade Public Affairs A free concert with world-class musicians and the best commute time ever. It sounds like a deal too good to be true.
Honor Flight Maine visits Meade
Soldiers line up to greet Honor Flight Maine veterans during their visit to Fort Meade on Friday./Photo by Sherry Kuiper | Fort Meade Public Affairs More than 85 veterans of World War II, Korea and Vietnam visited Fort Meade on Friday with Honor Flight Maine. The group was treated to a bus tour of the installation and enjoyed dinner at Club Meade. Service members, including the four-legged kind, lined the sidewalks to greet the veterans as they arrived at Club Meade.
Fort Meade community: Beyond the fence line
Community is defined as a group of people living in the same place or having a particular characteristic in common. Inside the fence line of Fort Meade, our community is fairly obvious. It’s the Sservice Mmembers, the Ffamilies, the Vveterans and the civilian workers who keep the machine running. What may be less obvious is that our community at Fort Meade expands beyond that fence line. Our community is Odenton, Columbia, Laurel, Severna Park, Annapolis and Anne Arundel County. I could go on.
Playing it cool -
Maryland Black Bears NAHL Hockey Military Night Maryland Black Bears NAHL Hockey Military Night Fort Meade service members traded their combat boots for ice skates on Saturday as they participated in the Maryland Black Bears’ Military Appreciation Night. The first-ever event was held at the Piney Orchard Ice Arena in Odenton.
Ready to support
U.S. Honor Guard stands guard at the casket of George H. W. Bush, 41st President of the United States, inside the United States Capitol, Washington, D.C., Dec. 5th, 2018. Nearly 4,000 military and civilian personnel from across all branches of the U.S. armed forces, including Reserve and National Guard Components, provided ceremonial and civil affairs support during George H. W. Bush state funeral. (DoD photo by U.S. Army Pfc.
Happy 243rd Birthday, Marines!
Motivational, inspirational and full of pride. That is how most people who watch the video would describe the annual commandant’s birthday message to the Marine Corps. The United States Marine Corps birthday is celebrated every year on Nov. 10. On that day in 1775, the Continental Marines was established. As the United States Marine Corps celebrates its 243rd birthday on Saturday, Marines around the world will celebrate, in many cases, with a ball.
Man wanted by Pender County Sheriff's Office in connection with - WBTV 3 News, Weather, Sports, and Traffic for Charlotte, NC
Man wanted by Pender County Sheriff's Office in connection with Common Law Robbery Posted: Updated: According to the Pender County Sheriff's office, 19-year-old Dashaun Pearsall of Willard was arrested Sunday for Common Law Robbery. The victim is a 16-year-old male who also resides in Willard. Pearsall was placed in the Pender County Jail under a $40,000.00 bond. 18-year-old Keith D.
Woman accused of trying to use chemicals to hurt another person - WBTV 3 News, Weather, Sports, and Traffic for Charlotte, NC
Woman accused of trying to use chemicals to hurt another person Posted: Updated: Hazmat crews are working to determine exactly what kind of chemical was in the bottle. (Source: WECT) The young women reportedly tried to hurt the other using a Gatorade bottle containing some sort of chemical. (Source: WECT) Hazmat crews were called to 1100 Davis Sound Lane in Wilmington just before 12:30 a.m. Thursday after police say a woman tried to hurt another person using chemicals.
House fire in Wilmington under investigation - WBTV 3 News, Weather, Sports, and Traffic for Charlotte, NC
House fire in Wilmington under investigation Posted: Thursday, April 9, 2015 2:41 AM EDT Updated: Thursday, April 9, 2015 3:51 AM EDT The fire started just after midnight at a home on 157 Northern Boulevard.
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