FORT HOOD, Texas – U.S. Army Garrison – Fort Hood will host a change of responsibility ceremony at 9 a.m. Oct. 16 in the west atrium of the III Armored Corps Headquarters building.

Command Sgt. Maj. Loyd A. Rhoades will relinquish his responsibilities as the garrison command sergeant major to Command Sgt. Maj. Kristopher M. Tate.

The ceremony marks the formal transfer of senior enlisted leadership responsibilities and recognizes Rhoades’ service and contributions to the Fort Hood community.

Media wishing to cover the event must RSVP to Fort Hood Media Relations at 254-449-5298 no later than 3 p.m. Oct. 15.

Media covering the event should arrive by 8:15 a.m. Oct. 16, at the south side parking lot of the Marvin Leath Visitor Center for an escort by a public affairs representative.