Fort Gregg-Adams

Fort Gregg-Adams extends a warm welcome to our new Fire Chief for Fire & Emergency Services, Joseph J. Marsilio! Marsilio is a seasoned leader with more than 30 years of experience in fire and emergency services, brings a wealth of knowledge and a commitment to public safety. “My goal is to continue building on the excellent work of the department while working to enhance our capabilities and better serve the #community,” Marsilio said. #fireandemergencyservices Read his story??https://lnkd.in/e6KETew4 (Photos & Story by Ericka Gillespie)

The Virginia War Memorial interviewed SPC Parker Prewitt, a military working dog handler for the 544th Military Police Detachment (MWD), Fort Gregg-Adams, with a special appearance by his MWD partner, Dolf, recently as part of the VWM's "Learning From the Home Front" series. Listen here ??https://lnkd.in/emW8eCkD

The Joint Culinary Training Exercise is the largest American Culinary Federation sanctioned exercise in North America, and we host it annually. It's about improving #readiness of our armed forces. The competing military members hone their skills as culinary arts specialists and improve the quality of food services to their units, enabling them to better perform their duties at home and in a deployed environment. U.S. Army Combined Arms Support Command

The 2025 Department of Defense ??Tenant Satisfaction Housing Survey?? will launch and be available to Fort Gregg-Adams residents from March 3 – May 1. All on-post residents permanently assigned to Fort Gregg-Adams, living in family housing or in the barracks, are encouraged to submit a survey, which will provide feedback to help improve the quality of housing, customer service and overall resident satisfaction. Read more?https://lnkd.in/eRjsUGUv

The 49th Annual Joint Culinary Training Exercise kicks off today with the opening ceremony and competitors hitting the kitchens!

In alignment with Department of Defense (DoD) Instruction 5400.17 and recent Executive Orders issued by the President, Fort Gregg-Adams is reviewing and adjusting its social media content to ensure compliance with DoD policies and priorities. As a result, certain posts are in a process of being removed or modified to maintain consistency with federal guidance and uphold the integrity of our official communication channels. Content will be archived in accordance with DA PAM 25–403. The U.S. Army remains committed to transparency, professionalism, and adherence to DoD directives while continuing to engage with our community in a manner that reflects our core values.

Fort Gregg-Adams leadership met with Chesterfield County Public Schools (CCPS) Superintendent Dr. John T. Murray Wednesday afternoon to strengthen our partnership and enhance support for military-connected students. With over 1,500 military-connected students across 62 schools, CCPS is an integral part of our Defense Community. Many of the schools are paired with military units on the installation, where service members actively engage in volunteering through the Adopt-a-School Program. Fort Gregg-Adams and its leaders are committed to working hand-in-hand with local schools and military families to build a resilient, thriving future. Together, we are laying the foundation for success and fostering a spirit of partnership that will endure for years to come!

Fort Gregg-Adams leaders?met with the Office of Local Defense Community Cooperation (OLDCC) and community partners?Friday to align efforts for a Military Installation Readiness Review (MIRR) grant. This collaboration helps to ensure our infrastructure, energy and water?plans support both the installation and surrounding communities. Community readiness is military readiness—and readiness drives lethality.

Fort Gregg-Adams leadership met with Hopewell Public Schools Superintendent Dr. Melody Hackney recently to strengthen our ongoing partnership. With over 90 military-connected students across five Hopewell Public Schools, we’re committed to enhancing support for our schools and #MilitaryFamilies. Together, we’re building a brighter and more resilient future for our #DefenseCommunity!

“One of my biggest accomplishments is having had a hand in over 160 new facilities being built here on our installation." Congratulations, John G. Royster, Master Planning Division branch chief, Department of Public Works, who was recognized recently for his 50 years of service to Fort Gregg-Adams at his retirement ceremony. Read the story about his remarkable impact on our base and community?https://lnkd.in/eNxDmQ5Y *Story by Ericka Gillespie