2nd Marine Aircraft Wing & Marine Corps Air Station Cherry Point
Hometown: Cherry Point, NC, US
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Featured Photo
Rams roll Snake Eyes in field meet
Lance Cpl. Chris R. Skelton, a member of the Headquarters & Headquarters Squadron Tug-of-War team, fights hard to win the first of the best-of-three match-up during the H&HS V.S. Marine Wing Headquarters Squadron 2 Field Meet at the Air Station Sports Complex Oct. 5. MWHS-2 won the Tug-of-War competition but lost overall as H&HS retained the H&HS/MWHS-2 Field Meet Commander's Trophy with a final score of 18-12.
Courtesy Photo | MCAS-CP | 10.05.2012
Featured Story
In election with big military implications, voter turnout among troops appears bleak
10.16.2012 | MARINE CORPS AIR STATION CHERRY POINT, NC, USStory by Cpl. Brian Adam Jones
MARINE CORPS AIR STATION CHERRY POINT, N.C. - In less than three weeks, Americans will head to the polls to decide between the Democratic incumbent, President Barack Obama, and his challenger, former Republican Massachusetts governor Mitt Romney. As is the case every election, however, millions of patriotic Americans will be unable to punch their ballot in the voting booth. Many members of the U.S. military, due to overseas deployments, or simply being stationed far away from home, must vote via absentee ballot in order to be heard.
But this year, in a tight race for the White House that promises to have enormous implications for the Department of Defense, absentee ballot requests among members of the armed forces are down.
According the Military Voting Project, a nonpartisan advocate for military participation in the electoral process, in many states, service member requests for absentee ballots are down at least 50 percent from where they were in the 2008 presidential election.
This year, neither of the candidates for president have any military experience, nor do either of their running mates.
The main divergence in the two platforms comes in how the candidates say they will handle the defense department.
Both candidates pledge major reforms in the military over the next four years, a thought that should motivate many in uniform to vote. In 2010, however, fewer than 30 percent of active-duty service members participated in the mid-term elections, according to a recent report from the Pentagon’s inspector general.
According to that data, roughly half of all the troops who voted did so via absentee ballot, which make the low numbers of absentee ballot requests all the more troubling. The deadline for absentee ballot requests in most states is the end of October, so there is still time for the nearly 80 percent of service members who are registered voters to act, though they need to act quickly in order to be heard.
Service members and their families seeking more information on the voting process or looking to request an absentee ballot can do so online through the Federal Voting Assistance Program at http://fvap.gov.
Featured Video
Cpl. Alton C. Ladnier sends shout out to Alabama University
Cpl. Alton C. Ladnier, a rescue man with Crash, Fire and Rescue for Marine Corps Air Station Cherry Point, sends a greeting to family and friends in Tanner Williams, Ala. and a shout out to the Alabama University football team. Available in high definition.
Video by Staff Sgt. Roman Yurek | MCAS-CP | 10.22.2012
Recent News Stories
(824 votes; 3.28)
Q&A: Sgt. Maj. Robinson back on the block
Sgt. Maj. Christopher G. Robinson arrived aboard Marine Corps Air Station Cherry Point Oct. 18 to serve as the 2nd Marine Aircraft Wing sergeant major. Robinson came...
Story by Lance Cpl. Glen Santy | MCAS-CP | 10.31.2012
Sgt. Maj. Christopher G. Robinson arrived aboard Marine Corps Air Station Cherry Point Oct. 18 to serve as the 2nd Marine Aircraft Wing sergeant major. Robinson came...
Story by Lance Cpl. Glen Santy | MCAS-CP | 10.31.2012
ECU vs. Navy: Cherry Point Marines, Sailors root for...
Marines and Sailors from Cherry Point got front-row seats to see the U.S. Naval Academy sink the East Carolina University Pirates, 56-28, thanks to the Single Marine...
Story by Lance Cpl. Glen Santy | MCAS-CP | 10.31.2012
Marines and Sailors from Cherry Point got front-row seats to see the U.S. Naval Academy sink the East Carolina University Pirates, 56-28, thanks to the Single Marine...
Story by Lance Cpl. Glen Santy | MCAS-CP | 10.31.2012
British forces hone close-air support capabilities with...
If the area just south of the air station flight line had been a village in Helmand province, Afghanistan, radio communication would have been critical. And if that...
Story by Cpl. Brian Adam Jones | MCAS-CP | 10.30.2012
If the area just south of the air station flight line had been a village in Helmand province, Afghanistan, radio communication would have been critical. And if that...
Story by Cpl. Brian Adam Jones | MCAS-CP | 10.30.2012
Fly By: Sgt. Jason A. Rothgeb
Sgt. Jason Rothgeb dedicates his life to teaching Marines about how to protect themselves in a chemically unsafe environment and in unarmed combat.
Story by Lance Cpl. Stephen Stewart | MCAS-CP | 10.29.2012
Sgt. Jason Rothgeb dedicates his life to teaching Marines about how to protect themselves in a chemically unsafe environment and in unarmed combat.
Story by Lance Cpl. Stephen Stewart | MCAS-CP | 10.29.2012
Marine rushes to local teen’s aid after terrible car...
A Marine and his wife were chatting as they prepared for bed around 10 p.m., Oct. 23, when they heard the sound of squealing tires not far from their home in rural...
Story by Cpl. Tyler J. Bolken | MCAS-CP | 10.29.2012
A Marine and his wife were chatting as they prepared for bed around 10 p.m., Oct. 23, when they heard the sound of squealing tires not far from their home in rural...
Story by Cpl. Tyler J. Bolken | MCAS-CP | 10.29.2012
Cherry Point Marines, emergency responders train for...
It was a nightmare scenario. A lone gunman armed with a rifle in a room full of bleeding victims. As soon as the call for help came, Cherry Point leadership manned...
Story by Cpl. Scott L. Tomaszycki | MCAS-CP | 10.29.2012
It was a nightmare scenario. A lone gunman armed with a rifle in a room full of bleeding victims. As soon as the call for help came, Cherry Point leadership manned...
Story by Cpl. Scott L. Tomaszycki | MCAS-CP | 10.29.2012
Recent Publications
The Windsock - 25.10.2012
Volunteers refurbish Piranha Pit with new routes, bridges; Local officials witness Piney Island operations; Havelock MAC awards Family of the Quarter; Ghosts haunt New...
Volunteers refurbish Piranha Pit with new routes, bridges; Local officials witness Piney Island operations; Havelock MAC awards Family of the Quarter; Ghosts haunt New...
The Windsock - 18.10.2012
Passing the sword: Robinson takes over as 2nd MAW sergeant major; 2nd MAW Band ignites Columbus Day festivities in New York City; Hammerheads talk military with middle...
Passing the sword: Robinson takes over as 2nd MAW sergeant major; 2nd MAW Band ignites Columbus Day festivities in New York City; Hammerheads talk military with middle...
The Windsock - 11.10.2012
Prowler Marines depart for aerial combat training evolution in Alaska; ‘Warlords’ execute first Lightning II midair refuel: Landmark training operation brings together...
Prowler Marines depart for aerial combat training evolution in Alaska; ‘Warlords’ execute first Lightning II midair refuel: Landmark training operation brings together...
The Windsock - 04.10.2012
Marine Corps F-35 conducts first aerial refuel; Federal Impact Aid closes gaps in local education budget; Flight line factory: Dedicated artisans keep warbirds in flight;...
Marine Corps F-35 conducts first aerial refuel; Federal Impact Aid closes gaps in local education budget; Flight line factory: Dedicated artisans keep warbirds in flight;...
The Windsock - 27.09.2012
MCX celebrates 115 years; ‘Workhorses’ refresh capabilities with field training; VMAQ-3 ‘Moondogs’ bid farewell to families; Senior enlisted gather for leadership...
MCX celebrates 115 years; ‘Workhorses’ refresh capabilities with field training; VMAQ-3 ‘Moondogs’ bid farewell to families; Senior enlisted gather for leadership...
The Windsock - 20.09.2012
MWSS-271 field exercise wraps up; ‘Night Owls’ return from Afghanistan; CG kicks off vaccination efforts; VMR-1 improves readiness, performanceduring process...
MWSS-271 field exercise wraps up; ‘Night Owls’ return from Afghanistan; CG kicks off vaccination efforts; VMR-1 improves readiness, performanceduring process...
Recent Video
(92 votes; 3.36)
Cpl. Alton C. Ladnier sends shout out to Alabama University
Cpl. Alton C. Ladnier, a rescue man with Crash, Fire and Rescue for Marine Corps Air Station Cherry Point, sends a greeting to family and friends in Tanner Williams,...
Video by Staff Sgt. Roman Yurek | MCAS-CP | 10.22.2012
Cpl. Alton C. Ladnier, a rescue man with Crash, Fire and Rescue for Marine Corps Air Station Cherry Point, sends a greeting to family and friends in Tanner Williams,...
Video by Staff Sgt. Roman Yurek | MCAS-CP | 10.22.2012
Lance Cpl. Nathan D. Wiste sends a shout out to the...
Lance Cpl. Nathan D. Wiste, a rescue man with Crash, Fire and Rescue for Marine Corps Air Station Cherry Point, sends a shout out to the Green Bay Packers. Available...
Video by Staff Sgt. Roman Yurek | MCAS-CP | 10.22.2012
Lance Cpl. Nathan D. Wiste, a rescue man with Crash, Fire and Rescue for Marine Corps Air Station Cherry Point, sends a shout out to the Green Bay Packers. Available...
Video by Staff Sgt. Roman Yurek | MCAS-CP | 10.22.2012
Colon Family Sends Shout Out to San Antonio Spurs
The Colon Family, Cpl. Santiago G. Colon Jr. (left), Roman (center), and Tiffany (right), send a shout out to family and friends in San Antonio and to the San Antonio...
Video by Staff Sgt. Roman Yurek | MCAS-CP | 10.19.2012
The Colon Family, Cpl. Santiago G. Colon Jr. (left), Roman (center), and Tiffany (right), send a shout out to family and friends in San Antonio and to the San Antonio...
Video by Staff Sgt. Roman Yurek | MCAS-CP | 10.19.2012
CWO3 Christopher L. Survillo sends greeting to St. Louis...
Chief Warrant Officer 3 Christopher L. Survillo sends a greeting to friends and family back home in St. Louis, Missouri. Available in high definition.
Video by Staff Sgt. Roman Yurek | MCAS-CP | 10.18.2012
Chief Warrant Officer 3 Christopher L. Survillo sends a greeting to friends and family back home in St. Louis, Missouri. Available in high definition.
Video by Staff Sgt. Roman Yurek | MCAS-CP | 10.18.2012
Shout Out: Lance Cpl. Ashton Maevers
Lance Cpl. Ashton Maevers, an intelligence specialist with Marine Tactical Electronic Warfare Squadron 2 at Marine Corps Air Station Cherry Point, N.C., sends his...
Video by Cpl. Brian Adam Jones | MCAS-CP | 10.17.2012
Lance Cpl. Ashton Maevers, an intelligence specialist with Marine Tactical Electronic Warfare Squadron 2 at Marine Corps Air Station Cherry Point, N.C., sends his...
Video by Cpl. Brian Adam Jones | MCAS-CP | 10.17.2012
Cpl. Lucas L. Spann Sends Shout Out to Alabama...
Cpl. Lucas L. Spann, an accident investigator for Marine Corps Air Station Cherry Point and Moulton, Ala. native, sends a “Roll Tide” shout out to the Alabama...
Video by Staff Sgt. Roman Yurek | MCAS-CP | 10.17.2012
Cpl. Lucas L. Spann, an accident investigator for Marine Corps Air Station Cherry Point and Moulton, Ala. native, sends a “Roll Tide” shout out to the Alabama...
Video by Staff Sgt. Roman Yurek | MCAS-CP | 10.17.2012
Recent Photos
(3263 votes; 2.86)
MACG-28 welcomes King, bids Nilsson farewell
Sgt. Maj. Timothy King
Photo by Lance Cpl. Stephen Stewart | MCAS-CP | 10.29.2012
Sgt. Maj. Timothy King
Photo by Lance Cpl. Stephen Stewart | MCAS-CP | 10.29.2012
ECU vs. Navy: Cherry Point Marines, Sailors root for...
GREENVILLE N.C. – Marines from Marine Corps Air Station Cherry Point watch the United States Naval Academy's 56-28 drubbing of the East North Carolina University...
Photo by Lance Cpl. Glen Santy | MCAS-CP | 10.27.2012
GREENVILLE N.C. – Marines from Marine Corps Air Station Cherry Point watch the United States Naval Academy's 56-28 drubbing of the East North Carolina University...
Photo by Lance Cpl. Glen Santy | MCAS-CP | 10.27.2012
Bronze Star recipient honored by USO
Staff Sgt. Bernard J. Coyne accepts the Spirit of Freedom award he received at the United Service Organization Salute to Freedom Gala in Raleigh, N.C., Oct. 27. Coyne...
Courtesy Photo | MCAS-CP | 10.27.2012
Staff Sgt. Bernard J. Coyne accepts the Spirit of Freedom award he received at the United Service Organization Salute to Freedom Gala in Raleigh, N.C., Oct. 27. Coyne...
Courtesy Photo | MCAS-CP | 10.27.2012
Marine rushes to local teen’s aid after terrible car...
Cpl. Joshua Murphy, an airframe mechanic with Marine Aerial Refueler Transport Squadron 252, stands in front of one of the squadron’s KC-130J Hercules on the Marine...
Photo by Cpl. Tyler J. Bolken | MCAS-CP | 10.26.2012
Cpl. Joshua Murphy, an airframe mechanic with Marine Aerial Refueler Transport Squadron 252, stands in front of one of the squadron’s KC-130J Hercules on the Marine...
Photo by Cpl. Tyler J. Bolken | MCAS-CP | 10.26.2012
Marine awarded for outstanding role in local community
Sgt. Maj. Jeffrey V. Dagenhart, right, speaks about Sgt. Michael Brawn, during a ceremony Friday in Atlantic Beach, N.C. Brawn received the Service Person of the...
Photo by Lance Cpl. Stephen Stewart | MCAS-CP | 10.26.2012
Sgt. Maj. Jeffrey V. Dagenhart, right, speaks about Sgt. Michael Brawn, during a ceremony Friday in Atlantic Beach, N.C. Brawn received the Service Person of the...
Photo by Lance Cpl. Stephen Stewart | MCAS-CP | 10.26.2012
All-Terrain Unit Competition
The 1st and 3rd place teams, both from CNATT, pose with their awards after the All-Terrain Unit Competition on Friday at Marine Corps Air Station Cherry Point. Teams...
Photo by Lance Cpl. Paul Wyatt | MCAS-CP | 10.26.2012
The 1st and 3rd place teams, both from CNATT, pose with their awards after the All-Terrain Unit Competition on Friday at Marine Corps Air Station Cherry Point. Teams...
Photo by Lance Cpl. Paul Wyatt | MCAS-CP | 10.26.2012
Commanding Unit
II Marine Expeditionary Force
MCB Camp Lejeune, NC, US
Recent Audio
(15 votes; 3.27)
Staff Sgt. Kevin Randall
Staff Sgt. Kevin Randall, Cherry Point, N.C., talks to a Youth1 reporter in Montclair, N.J., about youth football, connecting with his son, his work with the Marines,...
Courtesy Audio | MCAS-CP | 10.23.2012
Staff Sgt. Kevin Randall, Cherry Point, N.C., talks to a Youth1 reporter in Montclair, N.J., about youth football, connecting with his son, his work with the Marines,...
Courtesy Audio | MCAS-CP | 10.23.2012
Capt. Albright
Capt. Allbright talks to a Youth 1 reporter about working with a youth football team.
Courtesy Audio | MCAS-CP | 10.22.2012
Capt. Allbright talks to a Youth 1 reporter about working with a youth football team.
Courtesy Audio | MCAS-CP | 10.22.2012
Marine Col. Tyson B. Geisendorff
Marine Col. Tyson B. Geisendorff talks to a Hardin County News reporter about his extensive military career and plans for retirement.
Courtesy Audio | MCAS-CP | 09.26.2012
Marine Col. Tyson B. Geisendorff talks to a Hardin County News reporter about his extensive military career and plans for retirement.
Courtesy Audio | MCAS-CP | 09.26.2012
Col. Tyson B. Geisendorff
Col. Tyson B. Geisendorff, talks to a Silsbee Bee reporter in N.C., about his three tours during Operation Enduring Freedom and Operation Iraqi Freedom, his work as a...
Audio by 1st Lt. Alejandro Aguilera | MCAS-CP | 09.26.2012
Col. Tyson B. Geisendorff, talks to a Silsbee Bee reporter in N.C., about his three tours during Operation Enduring Freedom and Operation Iraqi Freedom, his work as a...
Audio by 1st Lt. Alejandro Aguilera | MCAS-CP | 09.26.2012
Sgt. Vanessa Young
Sgt. Vanessa Young, San Angelo, Texas, talks to a San Angelo Standard-Times reporter about finding her father on Facebook. Audio only.
Audio by Staff Sgt. Roman Yurek | MCAS-CP | 07.19.2012
Sgt. Vanessa Young, San Angelo, Texas, talks to a San Angelo Standard-Times reporter about finding her father on Facebook. Audio only.
Audio by Staff Sgt. Roman Yurek | MCAS-CP | 07.19.2012
Maj. J. Eric Grunke
Maj. J. Eric Grunke, Weiser, Idaho, talks to an Idaho Statesman about being named Aviator of the Year and the rescue mission he was part. Audio only.
Courtesy Audio | MCAS-CP | 04.27.2012
Maj. J. Eric Grunke, Weiser, Idaho, talks to an Idaho Statesman about being named Aviator of the Year and the rescue mission he was part. Audio only.
Courtesy Audio | MCAS-CP | 04.27.2012
Subordinate Units
Recent Greetings
Sgt. Mathieu Johnson
Sgt. Mathieu Johnson sends a greeting from Bagram, Afghanistan for Father's Day 2012
Sgt. Mathieu Johnson sends a greeting from Bagram, Afghanistan for Father's Day 2012
Staff Sgt. Joseph Linnus
Staff Sgt. Joseph Linnus sends a greeting from Bagram, Afghanistan for Father's Day 2012
Staff Sgt. Joseph Linnus sends a greeting from Bagram, Afghanistan for Father's Day 2012
Lance Cpl. Andrea Dickerson
Lance Cpl. Andrea Dickerson sends a greeting from Marine Corps Air Station-Cherry Point, N.C. for Mother's Day 2012
Lance Cpl. Andrea Dickerson sends a greeting from Marine Corps Air Station-Cherry Point, N.C. for Mother's Day 2012
Sgt. Ernice Galashaw
Sgt. Ernice Galashaw sends a greeting from Marine Corps Air Station-Cherry Point, N.C. for Mother's Day 2012
Sgt. Ernice Galashaw sends a greeting from Marine Corps Air Station-Cherry Point, N.C. for Mother's Day 2012
Lance Cpl. Alicia Pickett
Lance Cpl. Alicia Pickett sends a greeting from Marine Corps Air Station-Cherry Point, N.C. for Mother's Day 2012
Lance Cpl. Alicia Pickett sends a greeting from Marine Corps Air Station-Cherry Point, N.C. for Mother's Day 2012