Community: Movie to premiere at K-State, Fort Riley
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May 18, 2012 in Fort Riley, Kansas by clevine
Normally the red carpet treatment is reserved for Hollywood.
Instead of sticking to the west coast, 'Memorial Day,' a wartime movie, will premiere in the Central Flint Hills Region.
Fun In Kansas: Traveling WWI exhibition to be in Salina May 23
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May 18, 2012 in Fort Riley, Kansas by clevine
In partnership with Ivy Funds and the National World War I Museum, a custom 18-wheel 'big rig' truck has been transformed into a traveling WWI exhibition. Dubbed the 'Honoring Our History Tour,' the exhibition will visit 75...
News: Flint Hills ATA cuts bus stops in Fort Riley community
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May 18, 2012 in Fort Riley, Kansas by clevine
The Flint Hills Area Transportation Agency has reduced the amount of the area transportation agency bus stops in the Fort Riley area. The stops are now limited to the Main Post Exchange and Irwin Army Community Hospital.
News: Fort Riley to honor fallen Soldiers
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May 18, 2012 in Fort Riley, Kansas by clevine
To honor those who have died serving the nation, a special ceremony will take place at 11:40 a.m. May 28 on Memorial Day at the Fort Riley Post Cemetery on Huebner Road.
Brig. Gen. Donald MacWillie,...
News: IACH deputy commander retires
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May 18, 2012 in Fort Riley, Kansas by clevine
Col. Reynold Mosier's last day of work is May 30 as the deputy commander for Health Services at Irwin Army Community Hospital. He will retire after more than 26 years of service Aug. 31.
Mosier,...
News: Post-9/11 GI Bill benefits may be transferred with re-enlistment
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May 11, 2012 in Fort Riley, Kansas by clevine
Education benefits provided by the Post-9/11 GI Bill may be transferred by service members to their Family members.
The Post-9/11 GI Bill, which was introduced Aug. 1, 2009, provides up to 36 months...
News: 75 Soldiers graduate from Warrior Leader Course
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May 11, 2012 in Fort Riley, Kansas by clevine
Sgt. Christopher Nelson was named the distinguished honor graduate of the 1st Infantry Division's Warrior Leader Course May 4 at Fort Riley.
He and 74 other Soldiers were recognized during...
News: Chinook aviator conducts final flight, ends his military career
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May 11, 2012 in Fort Riley, Kansas by clevine
A CH-47 Chinook helicopter pilot took his final flight as an Army aviator April 27 at Marshall Army Airfield. When he landed and disembarked the helicopter, he was greeted by many of the Soldiers he has served with during his time at Fort Riley.
Community: Be aware of hazardous animals, plants on post
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May 11, 2012 in Fort Riley, Kansas by clevine
Whether you are a Soldier completing field exercises or fishing one of the post's many ponds, there are some basic precautions you should take when being outdoors. Anybody that ventures out into the grassland and woodland areas at Fort Riley in the...
Community: Teen center to host summer camp
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May 11, 2012 in Fort Riley, Kansas by clevine
Fort Riley has a new summer camp this year for middle school and teen students in the sixth through 12th grades.
The Middle School Teen Center, 5800 Thomas Ave., will offer 11 weeks of fun and...
Commanders’ Corner: Commander encourages others to thank public servants this week
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May 11, 2012 in Fort Riley, Kansas by clevine
Did you know that more than 2 million public employees protect our nation through service in our armed forces? Did you know that the Department of Defense employes were at the forefront of developing the networking system that led to the creation of the...
Sports: Wrestlers to compete live at Fort Riley
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May 4, 2012 in Fort Riley, Kansas by clevine
The world of professional wresting is coming to Fort Riley.
International Championship Wrestling will perform May 18 at King Field House.
Former...
News: Soldier deals with HIV diagnosis
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May 4, 2012 in Fort Riley, Kansas by clevine
When *Capt. Adam Smith started getting body aches and a high temperature earlier this year, he thought he was experiencing the start of a cold. When the symptoms got worse, he went to his doctor, who assured him it was nothing more than flu-like symptoms....
News: Post to celebrate heritage month
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May 4, 2012 in Fort Riley, Kansas by clevine
Celebrating the accomplishments and achievements made by Asian-Pacific Americans throughout history will be the focus of the 1st Infantry Division Equal Opportunity Office's next observance.
The...
Fun In Kansas: Columbian Theatre to present ‘Guys and Dolls’
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May 4, 2012 in Fort Riley, Kansas by clevine
WAMEGO, Kan. - The Columbian Theatre will present 'Guys and Dolls' May 11 to 13 and May 18 to 19 at the theatre.
'Guys and Dolls' is a classic romantic comedy musical...