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New Dental Clinic to open this month overall vaccination policy, travel, mask use, facility use, and community and social Highly-anticipated, good news came about tness centers on post. From SUICIDE, Page 6
From GENERAL, Page 1

Mr. David Johnson, Fort
events. “We’ve expanded the capacity of both the Box Gym and Memorial Fitness to 50 Irwin’s Suicide Prevention Pro-
Taylor said he revised the one-page Yellow Hash report after receiving feedback percent,” Taylor said. “We’ve eliminated the requirement to close every 90-minutes
By Janell J. Lewis Ford tal Clinic. Since the pandemic, the two Once the dental needs of that popu- from Fort Irwin commanders and medical professionals and said it will be updated for cleaning, expanded authorized users to include all soldiers, family members, DA gram Manager, plans on hosting
additional ACE-SI classes in the
NTC/Fort Irwin Garrison Public A airs clinics have been combined and were lation are met, the clinic will consider monthly, as needed. e Yellow Hash document replaces the previous April General civilians and retirees.” near future with a class sched-
FORT IRWIN, Calif. — e open- temporarily housed in a transitional increasing the age limit. The current Order and Operation Order. Additionally, restaurants, dining facilities, Community Centers and religious uled for May. “As the Suicide
ing of the newly-renovated Shuttleworth trailer while Shuttleworth Dental Clinic services being offered include infant “ e vaccine remains, for the time being, 100 percent voluntary pending a gatherings can also operate at 50 percent capacity. Prevention Program Manager
Dental Clinic is set for this month. Prior was renovated. exams, cleanings, x-rays, uoride treat- presidential decision,” Taylor said. “No soldier on this installation will be forced or Another big announcement— on May 24, Freedom Fitness gym will open to (SPPM), I support both military
to the pandemic, there were two dental e current ages of children that can ment, llings, crowns, early Orthodontic incentivized to receive the vaccine or punished for failing to do so. Until the president vaccinated personnel only. Bene ciaries can bring their CDC vaccination card or and civilian members on suicide
clinics on base. Shuttleworth Dental be seen on-post are from birth to eight care, nitrous oxide (“laughing gas”) and directs otherwise, this is a personal choice.” a printout of their shot record from MHS Genesis to the front desk and get their prevention with a goal of reduc-
Clinic was the main dental clinic and years of age, as well as any age child with treatment under general anesthesia in the Taylor said that leaders also have an obligation to ensure every soldier is a orded names added to the database at Freedom Fitness. Masks will not be required at ing suicidal behavior,” he said. “It
Dental Clinic #1 was the Pediatric Den- special health care needs. operating room. Abe Dawoud, Fort Irwin Public A airs the opportunity to make an informed decision to meet with a medical provider and Freedom Fitness. is my goal to educate everyone
to receive the vaccine if they’d desire. Lastly, Taylor announced a relaxation on social event restrictions. on post to understand the im-
“ e last 15 months of the pandemic have frayed the social and community
New amenities, rate in a medic-approved risk noti cation form by May 30,” Taylor said. “ is will allow ties that make the Army a special place to live, work and serve,” he said. “We must portance of knowing how ACE
“Every soldier assigned to Fort Irwin will receive shot one, or decline the vaccine,
and ACE-SI can help change a
us to manage the vaccine supply and make absolutely sure that every soldier has get back to the business of restoring and building these ties. For this reason, I’m
been a orded an opportunity to make an informed decision.” authorizing indoor social gatherings with mask wear at 50 percent capacity. Outdoor potential drastic situation. Once
increases announced leaders have been able to re-evaluate the pass (time o ) and travel policy. are authorized up to ten guests inside the home or 25 guests outside of the home.” both ACE and ACE-SI and is
everyone has the knowledge of
Taylor said that due to the decreasing COVID-19 rates in the surrounding area, gatherings above 250 will require my approval and residents in privatized housing
able to implement it e ectively,
Taylor said these policies are meant to be as permissive as possible, while still
“E ective today (May 5), all soldiers assigned to Fort Irwin are authorized to
travel up to 250 miles from the installation within U.S. borders without a leave maintaining the appropriate safeguards. it can help to eradicate suicide as
at RV Park Town Hall or pass,” Taylor said. “Travel outside of this radius requires an approved DA-31 (a community and your continued vigilance is appreciated in following these safe- a whole at Fort Irwin.”
“ ese updated policies are due to improving conditions in our surrounding
If you or a loved one are
request for leave/vacation).”
Taylor reiterated that masks are required at all times indoors, unless a soldier/
thinking about death or wanting
You can nd the full Yellow Hash report on the main NTC website at home.
employee is alone, in an enclosed o ce space or in a room with all vaccinated person- guards,” he said. feeling distressed or hopeless,
nel. is aligns with recent Centers for Disease Control and Prevention guidelines. army.mil/irwin. to die, please contact the Suicide
Fort Irwin, Silver Valley high students will Masks are also required outside unless the individual is conducting physical e next Live Community Update with the Commanding General, including Prevention Lifeline at 1-800-
have in-person graduation ceremony training (PT) or can maintain six-feet of physical distance. the Garrison and Weed Army Community Hospital command teams will be June 2. 273-8255.
By Janell J. Lewis Ford family members are required to wear a mask
that covers their mouth and nose,” Meyer said.
NTC/Fort Irwin Public A airs
FORT IRWIN, Calif. — Silver Valley High “Social distancing of minimally six feet will be
mandatory at all times.”
School leaders recently announced the much- Graduates and families will be guided to
anticipated graduation plans for students and their assigned, socially-distanced seats by sta
families. support members. Families will be seated
“We are excited to announce that, at this in their group of assigned seats in the front
time, we plan on holding an in-person gradu- parking lot with proper social distancing
ation,” high school assistant principal, Michael maintained between family groups.
Sullivan posted during a Facebook live session. Diplomas for each student will be placed on
e ceremony will occur at 9a.m. on May a table for the graduates to pick up in individu-
By Abe Dawoud
25 in the front parking lot area of the school. ally prior to walking across the stage.
Fort Irwin Public A airs “Graduates and their household guests “We will have our graduates in alphabetical
FORT IRWIN, Calif. — e Fort Irwin Recreation Vehicle Park will be undergoing multiple must arrive in one vehicle in order to enter the order, so we can minimize contact between
changes and improvements in the near future. parking area,” principal Michael Meyer said. employees and/or graduation guests and the
Here are some key takeaways from the two town halls that were held on April 8 and April 28. “ e family must be temperature screened and graduates,” Meyer said.
1) e RV Park Campground Fees will increase modestly. E ective May 1, the daily rate is have temperatures below 100 degrees. Present Leaders ask that anyone who feels sick or
$20. Weekly rates will be $140 and monthly rates will be $600. your entry pass with graduates and household symptomatic remain home as a part of the
2) e RV Park Community Center now o ers seven showers (two ADA compliant), men member’s names on a phone, which will be health and safety protocols.
and women’s restrooms, coin-operated washer and dryers, a kitchen, lounge area, dumping sta- sent electronically.” e district will also live stream the event
tion and a propane lling station. Four family members are permitted to at- and details will be provided for virtual guests.
3) A newly-paved roadway has been approved and funded; construction date is TBA. tend, and the school sent an email to families “We appreciate your cooperation so that
4) A new outdoor park has been approved and funded; construction date is TBA. with registration information and more details. we can safely provide this opportunity for our
For reservations and additional information, call 760-380-4327 or visit irwin.armymwr.com “While on campus, all students, sta and students,” Meyer said.

Congratulations to Fort Irwin’s Charles Crawford Eduardo Gonzalez Lena Talarico Yareli Cruz Medina
Silver Valley High School Class Deszy Davis Pedro Gonzalez Kaylee Trapp Deiondre Ott
of 2021! Ashley Jhaneane Deblois Shania Gri n Benjamin Valdez Alyssa Carr
Mario Nicolas Acevedo-Fuchs Jenna Deleon PJ Leigh Henry MJ Vaofanua Shazaray Labaya-Akiu
James-Matthew Acfalle Christian Duke Alexis, Ingram Aileen Villachana Alissa Rodriguez
Franci Adjangba Isabela Fedorisin Caleb Kiernan Brian Villegas Victor Ruiz
Isaiah Anaya Ryan Flores Allen Lotu Cylus Wilson Damian Ruiz
Lourdes Berg Lucio Florez Dorcas Martinez Congratulations to Fort Irwin’s Nicholas Schlosser
Timothy Boone Kaylee Garcia Audri Najera AEC Class of 2021! Tia Peeler
Jadyn Colon Michael Garcia Destiny Ricapor-Agoo Dustin Dellavolle Adam Moreau
Elianie Cortes Jesse Gil Rizo Ayden Sheri Joseph Rojas

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