The Army publication, Island Insight, is an unofficial
publication authorized under AR 360-1 to provide information on people,
policies, operations, technical developments, trends and ideas of, about,
and of interest to the Rock Island Arsenal community. It is published weekly
using word processing software and Adobe PhotoShop using Portable Document
Format reproduction for online distribution with the use of federal funds
under provisions of AR 360-1 www.army.mil/usapa/epubs/pdf/r360_1.pdf by the
Rock Island Arsenal Garrison Public Affairs Office. Contents of Island
Insight are not necessarily the official views of, or endorsed by, the U.S.
Government, the Department of Defense, or the Department of the Army. The
views and opinions expressed are not necessarily those of the Garrison or
the Department of the Army. The editorial content of Island Insight is the
responsibility of the Rock Island Arsenal Garrison Public Affairs Office.
Submission of announcements, articles, photos, letters, and graphic art of
interest to the general readership is encouraged. All manuscripts are
subject to editing and rewriting prior to publication. Postal address:
Garrison Public Affairs, 1 Rock Island Arsenal, ATTN: IMRI-PA, Rock Island,
IL 61299-5000. For submission of announcements to the Island Insight, use
the following link:
https://home.army.mil/ria/index.php/contact/public-affairs. To send comments
email usarmy.ria.imcom-central.mbx.usag-ria-pa@mail.mil or phone
309-782-1121.
Island Insight for the week of Jan. 6
In this edition of Island Insight:
• Perna: Whole-of-America Operation Warp Speed Effort a Remarkable... read more
Island Insight for the week of Jan. 6
In this edition of Island Insight:
• Perna: Whole-of-America Operation Warp Speed Effort a Remarkable Feat
• Soldiers, Civilians to Repay Tax Deferments through December 2021
• 1 Percent Raise Finalized, Boosts Pay Caps
• TSP Catch-up Contributions
• Army & Air Force Exchange Service Celebrates First Year of Patronage Expansion to Disabled Veterans
• MHS Operational Innovations Continue In Battle against COVID-19
• VA Administers Over 146,000 COVID-19 Vaccine Doses to Date
Contents of the Island Insight are not necessarily the official views of, or endorsed by, the U.S. Government, the Department of Defense, or the Department of the Army. The views and opinions expressed are not necessarily those of the Garrison or the Department of the Army. Each edition of the publication is also available online at: www.dvidshub.net/unit/RIA
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Island Insight for the week of Jan. 6
In this edition of Island Insight:
• ASC Supports Operation Warp Speed with Clinical Test Facilities - Mobile... read more
Island Insight for the week of Jan. 6
In this edition of Island Insight:
• ASC Supports Operation Warp Speed with Clinical Test Facilities - Mobile Trailers Deployed To Expand Capacity, Enable Vaccine Trials
• JMC Assesses Supply Chain and Surge Risks
• Arsenal Begins Inoculating Workforce with COVID-19 Vaccine
• Joint Chiefs Stress Service Members' Commitment to Constitution
• Message to the Army Community about Recent Events at the U.S. Capitol
• Officials Discuss COVID-19 Vaccine Deliveries and Prioritization Criteria
• Amidst COVID, Army Works On Long-Term Improvements to Quality of Life
• DOD Office Works to Prevent Trafficking in Persons
Contents of the Island Insight are not necessarily the official views of, or endorsed by, the U.S. Government, the Department of Defense, or the Department of the Army. The views and opinions expressed are not necessarily those of the Garrison or the Department of the Army. Each edition of the publication is also available online at: www.dvidshub.net/unit/RIA
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Island Insight for the week of Jan. 20
In this edition of Island Insight:
• Project Inclusion: ASC’s Multigenerational Workforce Provides Wide... read more
Island Insight for the week of Jan. 20
In this edition of Island Insight:
• Project Inclusion: ASC’s Multigenerational Workforce Provides Wide Range of Skills, Unique Opportunities
• Designated Disposition Authority Enforce Rules for Disposition of Hazardous Waste Munitions
• Acting Secretary of the Army Initial Message to the Force
• DOD Succession Plan Remains in Effect Until Senate Confirms Biden Nominees
• Secretary Nominee Says Defense Resources Must Match Strategy
• No Place in DOD for Extremism, White Supremacy, Officials Say
• DOD Launches 'My MilLife Guide' Text Message Program to Boost Wellness
Contents of the Island Insight are not necessarily the official views of, or endorsed by, the U.S. Government, the Department of Defense, or the Department of the Army. The views and opinions expressed are not necessarily those of the Garrison or the Department of the Army. Each edition of the publication is also available online at: www.dvidshub.net/unit/RIA
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Island Insight for the week of Jan. 27
In this edition of Island Insight:
• Rock Island Arsenal ACS Launches Volunteer Management System
• First... read more
Island Insight for the week of Jan. 27
In this edition of Island Insight:
• Rock Island Arsenal ACS Launches Volunteer Management System
• First Army Helping Rock Island Arsenal with Vaccine Distribution
• Diversity and Inclusion Are Focus of First Army LPD
• Treating Employees as Unique Individuals Best Way for ASC to Retain, Recruit Workforce
• New Defense Secretary Arrives at Pentagon, Convenes COVID Meeting
• Just Scrolling Through: Army Urges Responsible Social Media Usage
• Biden Administration Overturns Transgender Exclusion Policy
• DOD Recommends Adults 75 and Older Should Seek COVID-19 Vaccine
Contents of the Island Insight are not necessarily the official views of, or endorsed by, the U.S. Government, the Department of Defense, or the Department of the Army. The views and opinions expressed are not necessarily those of the Garrison or the Department of the Army. Each edition of the publication is also available online at: www.dvidshub.net/unit/RIA
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Island Insight for the week of Feb. 3
In this edition of Island Insight:
• Arsenal Dispatcher Released From Hospital after Months Long Battle with... read more
Island Insight for the week of Feb. 3
In this edition of Island Insight:
• Arsenal Dispatcher Released From Hospital after Months Long Battle with Coronavirus
• First Army Practices Effective Communication on Foundation Day
• First Army Chaplains and Senior Leaders Combat Suicide
• DOD Personnel Must Do More to Win Fight against COVID-19, Special Advisor Says
• Army Announces New Grooming, Appearance Standards
• IPPS-A Update To Support Active-Duty, Reserve Personnel By December
• DOD Vaccinating Personnel Worldwide Against COVID-19
• New Rollout Tool Notifies High-Risk Vets When to Expect Their Vaccine
Contents of the Island Insight are not necessarily the official views of, or endorsed by, the U.S. Government, the Department of Defense, or the Department of the Army. The views and opinions expressed are not necessarily those of the Garrison or the Department of the Army. Each edition of the publication is also available online at: www.dvidshub.net/unit/RIA
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Island Insight for the week of Feb. 10
In this edition of Island Insight:
• RIA Staff Joins Fight To Collect Plasma as Treatment for COVID-19... read more
Island Insight for the week of Feb. 10
In this edition of Island Insight:
• RIA Staff Joins Fight To Collect Plasma as Treatment for COVID-19 Patients
• DOD Announces Use of Masks and Other Public Health Measures
• Biden Says Defense, State Will Work Together to Rebuild U.S. Foreign Policy
• Austin Orders Military Stand Down to Address Challenge of Extremism in the Ranks
• 3.2 Percent Raise, Improved Retirement Benefits Proposed
• Revised Program Targets Health, Quality of Life Initiatives for Army Civilians
• DoD COVID-19 Vaccine Roll-Out Continues, Eye on Long-Term Readiness
• VA Administers 1 Million COVID-19 Doses, Publishes Facility Vaccination Numbers
Contents of the Island Insight are not necessarily the official views of, or endorsed by, the U.S. Government, the Department of Defense, or the Department of the Army. The views and opinions expressed are not necessarily those of the Garrison or the Department of the Army. Each edition of the publication is also available online at: www.dvidshub.net/unit/RIA
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