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Bird’s eye view: Cherry Point Marines fly local officials to premier bombing range

Story by Cpl. Tyler J. Bolken | 2nd Marine Aircraft Wing & Marine Corps Air Station Cherry Point | Date: 10.24.2012

Local government officials recently got an opportunity to see first-hand how Cherry Point’s premier bombing range provides unique training opportunities to America’s warfighters. Read More

Uken Beach brightened by service, community members

Story by Lance Cpl. Daniel Valle | III Marine Expeditionary Force / Marine Corps Installations Pacific | Date: 10.22.2012

Once the weekend arrives, many people choose to sleep in a little longer. However, for some service members, the weekend provides an opportunity to give back to the local community. Read More

‘Warhorse’ Fall Festival

Story by Staff Sgt. Ruth Pagan | 2nd Brigade Combat Team, 4th Infantry Division Public Affairs | Date: 10.19.2012

The bright yellow and orange colors of the leaves and the cool breeze set the tone for the Warhorse Fall Festival held at Turkey Creek Ranch, Oct. 19. The 2nd Brigade Combat Team, 4th Infantry Division, along... Read More

Tug-of-war brings local community, Marines together

Story by Cpl. Mark Stroud | III Marine Expeditionary Force / Marine Corps Installations Pacific | Date: 10.07.2012

Checking in at 200 meters long and 43 tons when assembled, the rope is the largest in the world. It stretches between two blocks in downtown Naha, Okinawa, and is nearly as wide as a traffic lane. Read More

13th MEU Marines, Sailors train to navigate collapsed concrete jungles

Story by Sgt. Christopher O'Quin | 13th Marine Expeditionary Unit | Date: 10.05.2012

An earthquake or natural catastrophe can happen in minutes, threatening people’s lives and welfare. On Oct. 05, 2012, 10 Marines and Sailors with Combat Logistics Battalion 13, 13th Marine Expeditionary Unit,... Read More