Ohana Living-Army

04/19/2024

Pawrents 🐾

Check out these PCS Pet Expenses Reimbursement FAQs and the new policy published in the Joint Travel Regulations (JTR) on January 1, 2024.

Information gathered from the Defense Travel Management Office.

04/19/2024

An investment in knowledge pays the best interest. 💵

Don’t wait for an emergency. Personal financial managers and counselors partner with you at every financial step of your military experience. These highly trained professionals can help you create a budget, develop a spending plan and achieve economic security. Find a counselor in your area at https://finred.usalearning.gov/pfcMap.

04/18/2024

for the upcoming Armed Services YMCA Hawaii April `Ohana Open Markets! 🍎🍞

Visit https://hawaii.asymca.org/events/ for detailed information about this monthly community food distribution event.

Pre-register for the WAAF Branch's April 22nd `Ohana Open Market using this link: https://forms.gle/Bqf8S1LVBFKSLJLQ6. Pre-registration begins April 15th.

Pre-register and reserve a "free shopping" time block for the JBPHH Branch's April 24th `Ohana Open Market using this link: https://bit.ly/OOMatJBPHH_2024. Pre-registration begins April 15th.

Pre-registration is not a guarantee of items. All `Ohana Open Markets are first-come first-served. `Ohana Open Market is a community food distribution for military families in need. Food is offered at no cost. 𝗔𝗿𝗺𝗲𝗱 𝗦𝗲𝗿𝘃𝗶𝗰𝗲𝘀 𝗬𝗠𝗖𝗔 𝗛𝗮𝘄𝗮𝗶`𝗶 (𝗔𝗦𝗬𝗠𝗖𝗔) 𝗶𝘀 𝗻𝗼𝘁 𝗗𝗢𝗗 𝗳𝘂𝗻𝗱𝗲𝗱. 𝗖𝗼𝘀𝘁𝘀 𝗮𝗿𝗲 𝗰𝗼𝘃𝗲𝗿𝗲𝗱 𝗯𝘆 𝗴𝗲𝗻𝗲𝗿𝗼𝘂𝘀 𝗔𝗦𝗬𝗠𝗖𝗔 𝗱𝗼𝗻𝗼𝗿𝘀 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝘀𝘂𝗽𝗽𝗼𝗿𝘁𝗲𝗿𝘀.

More information about our food assistance programs at https://hawaii.asymca.org/services/food-assistance.

04/15/2024

HMR Residents,
Have you heard about the upcoming Walking Town Hall with the U.S. Army Garrison Hawaii Commander and Hawaiian Electric Company?
Details below. ⤵️

04/15/2024

🎼Do you ever feel like a plastic bag?
Drifting through the wind, wanting to start again?
Do you ever feel, feel so paper-thin?
Like a house of cards, one blow from cavin' in?

Sorry, Katy Perry, no plastic or paper bags here! ⬇🛍

Starting April 30, 2024, all Hawaii Commissaries are taking a step towards sustainability by discontinuing plastic/paper bags. Reusable bags will be available for $.35 each to support environmental efforts and reduce landfill waste.

Here's what you need to know:
Who: All Hawaii Commissaries
What: No more single-use bags
When: Effective April 30, 2024

FAQs answered! Concerns? Submit them here: https://corp.commissaries.com/dmdc/form/auth?referer=/dmdc/protected_link/0

Bring your own bags or grab a reusable one in-store. Your small change can make a big difference.

04/12/2024

Follow the post below for updates. ⚡

Update April 12, 6 p.m.: HECO has reported full restoration of power. If you are still experiencing a power outage in the residential communities, please contact Island Palm Communities (IPC) at +1 (808) 457-4075.
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Update April 12, 3:45 p.m.: HECO crews are currently inspecting the 46kV power line, including overhead flying inspections.

The new estimated time of restoration (ETR) is approximately 6 p.m. ETR time may change due to repair process and procedures.

Reminder: Please be aware of changes in facility hours at Schofield Barracks due to the ongoing outage.

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Update April 12, 2:30 p.m.: Notice: Changes in Facility Hours at Schofield Barracks.

Please be advised that some facilities on Schofield Barracks have adjusted their hours and services. Before visiting any facility, we strongly recommend contacting them directly to confirm their current operating hours. Operating hours for the Soldier Support Center, and ASAP will close at 3 p.m. if power is not restored by then.

For the most recent updates on MWR facility hours, please visit the [MWR page at hMWR Hawaii] This page is regularly updated to provide you with the latest MWR facility information.

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Update April 12, 12:50 p.m.: We are currently experiencing a power outage due to an issue with Hawaiian Electric Company (HECO) on the Wahiawa-Waialua 46kV circuit. This incident affects the Castner Substation and extends to all Mehoner circuits connected to it.

HECO is aware of the problem and will be conducting inspections on the affected 46kV circuit. They are working diligently to restore power and have provided an estimated time of restoration (ETR) of approximately 5 hours from now. https://x.com/HwnElectric/status/1778917764255613396
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Update April 12, 12:30 p.m.: Unscheduled power outage affecting Schofield Barracks, Hawaiian Electric has been notified and technicians are responding.
At this time, we do not know when power will be restored, but we will post updates as we get them.
If you are experiencing a power outage in the residential communities please contact Island Palm Communities (IPC) at +1 (808) 457-4075.

04/10/2024

Job seeking military spouses! Mark your calendars for the Spouse Education and Career Opportunities Program - SECO events below. ⬇️💼

May means more for you, military spouse! Mark your calendar for ⬇️:

➡️ A three-day Virtual Military Spouse Symposium focused on your career, May 14-16.
➡️ Three days of career prep webinars and workshops from SECO, May 21-23.
➡️ Two of the biggest MSEP Virtual Hiring Fairs ever, May 29-30.

Save the dates and get ready for even more in '24! Registration opens April 16.

04/09/2024

Have you seen all of MWR Hawaii's April events? Don't miss out! 🤙

04/03/2024

Don't miss the extravaganza happening at Hickam Harbor April 14th! 🌏

🌎 Booths, bounce houses, live music, and more await you at our Earth Day extravaganza! Join us on Sunday, April 14 from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. at Hickam Harbor for an Earth Day Celebration suitable for all ages! 🌎

Bring your family for a day of fun and learning, featuring an interactive butterfly experience, sailing demo, and sailboat rides for kids! Refreshments will be available for purchase, so come prepared for an exciting afternoon! 🦋⛵