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Soldier worked as special agent

Submitted by Mercer Morrison, Web Producer

Thursday, February 23rd, 2012, 6:04pm

Sgt. 1st Class James Watts currently works for the Directorate of Plans Training, Mobilization and Security. His job is to maintain the contingency operation locations on Camp Shelby Joint Forces Training Center where Soldiers live and train.

“I enjoy my job. I work with great people and that makes my job a lot easier,” he said. Watts, a native of Columbia, is a member of the 890th Engineer Battalion Headquarters Company located in Gulfport.

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Honoring African-American Women

Submitted by Mercer Morrison, Web Producer

Tuesday, February 21st, 2012, 6:13pm

The Black History Month theme for 2012 is “Black Women in American Culture and History.” Every year in February, we recognize the achievements and contributions of African-Americans throughout the history of the U.S.

African-American women have been making tremendous accomplishments throughout this nation, not only in the Armed Forces, but in other fields such as theater, music, literature, politics, law and advocacy.

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Laissez les bon temps rouler…

Submitted by Mercer Morrison, Web Producer

Tuesday, February 21st, 2012, 6:10pm

February is a month of observances and fun holidays, to include Mardi Gras, Ash Wednesday, Valentine’s Day, African-American History month, President’s Day and of course, the Super Bowl. Let the good times roll with Family and friends, but remember to always put safety first.

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Valentine's Day Couples Gallery

Submitted by Mercer Morrison, Web Producer

Tuesday, February 14th, 2012, 1:39pm

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27th IBCT Soldiers Cheer for Giants

Submitted by Mercer Morrison, Web Producer

Thursday, February 9th, 2012, 5:37pm

The following is a press release from Camp Shelby:

Soldiers from the 27th Infantry Brigade Combat Team, New York Army National Guard, took a short break from training for an overseas deployment with First Army Division East to watch Super Bowl XLVI at Camp Shelby Joint Forces Training Center. Soldiers were able to cheer for the New York Giants in either one of the six unit day rooms, the unit Tactical Operations Center or the Camp Shelby Post Theater, provided by the CSJFTC Morale, Welfare and Recreation department.

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CSJFTC welcomes back Chaplain

Submitted by Mercer Morrison, Web Producer

Monday, February 6th, 2012, 5:49pm

Chaplain (Capt.) Terry Dwayne Hill, Sr. is a new addition to the chaplain team at Camp Shelby Joint Forces Training Center.

He is serving as the incoming brigade chaplain for the 158th Infantry Brigade.

His job requires him to provide care, counseling and spiritual leadership to more than 400 Soldiers of the Active Army, Army Reserves and National Guard.

Additionally, he is responsible for advising the commander on issues relating to religion, ethics, morale and morality. He provides Unit Ministry Team training to brigades and units who are training at CSJFTC.

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What can you do to enhance your team?

Submitted by Mercer Morrison, Web Producer

Friday, February 3rd, 2012, 5:47pm

It is my honor to say welcome to Brig. Gen. Augustus L. Collins, Mississippi Adjutant General, as we bid a fond farewell to Maj. Gen. William L. Freeman.

It is always bittersweet to say goodbye to such a great leader and mentor. Thank you Sir, for your support to Camp Shelby and the team of dedicated Soldiers and civilians who serve here, and I wish all the best to you and your family for your future endeavors.

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