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VMA-214 kicks off school year by volunteering at one
Story by Cpl. Sean Dennison
It's not uncommon for Marines to go back to college while on active duty. Marine Attack Squadron 214 Marines take it several steps further and returned all the way to elementary school.
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Station Drug Demand Reduction Program wins DoD honors two years running
Story by Cpl. Aaron Diamant
The station's Drug Demand Reduction Program was selected as the winner of the 22nd annual Secretary of Defense Community Drug Awareness Award, marking the second time the station has earned the honor in a row.
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City of Yuma plane finds final resting place in public's eye
Story by Cpl. Aaron Diamant
In 1949, Yuma appeared to be heading to its' deathbed. The war was over and the military had shut down the air base. A mass exodus ensued, threatening an end to the city on the banks of the Colorado River.
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Coglianese to MCI-West: Support Federal Impact Aid Program
Story by Brigadier General Coglianese
We have a responsibility to our children to provide each with maximum opportunities to learn. With the advancement of technology and science, our children must be afforded the highest quality of education that will not only allow them to compete in a global economy, but also thrive as global citizens.
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Happy 237th Navy
Story by Lance Cpl.Bill Waterstreet
From left to right, HN Joseph Estes, a Marine Corps Air Station Yuma branch health clinic pharmacy technician and a native of Denver, HM2 Duy Tram, a branch health clinic laboratory technician and a native of Orange County, Calif., HN Tyler Dougless, a branch health clinic corpsman and a native of Leetonia, Ohio, and HN Christopher Rafanen, a branch health clinic preventative medicine specialist and a native of Moreno Valley, Calif., present the colors during the ceremony for the Navy Ball at the Quechan Casino and Resort, Oct. 13, 2012.
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Ospreys offer oily assistance to keep Cobras off the ground
Story by Phil Meyers
A MV-22 Osprey awaits the arrival of an AH-1 Super Cobra for refueling at forward arming and refueling point STOVL in support of the biannual Marine Aviation Weapons and Tactics Squadron 1 Weapons and Tactics Instructor Course, Oct. 12.
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Fun for all, MAG-13 takes time to bond
Story by Cpl. Shelby Shields
Marines and their families with Marine Aircraft Group 13 enjoyed some kayaking provided by Arizona Adventures during the MAG-13 family day at Senator's Wash near Yuma Proving Grounds Oct. 15. The day also included a barbeque, water trampoline, tug-of-war, egg toss and many other activites. "This is a collaborative event," said Erica Ruiz, MAG-13 family readiness officer. "But what it really comes down to is the Marines and the families, this is why we're here."
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Around town, dining and attractions: Yuma Family Pumpkin Patch
Story by Cpl. Shelby Shields
The annual Yuma Family Pumpkin Patch hosted and located at the Champion Church off of Avenue 3E is back in town again.
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Movie Review: Sinister
Story by Cpl. Sean Dennison
It feels like horror movies are judged on two criteria: their capability of frightening the audience and their merit as a film, like with plot and character development and tension and stuff.
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Lejeune parachute riggers drop in on WTI training
Story by Lance Cpl. Zac Scanlon
Look! It's a bird! It's a plane! No…
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WTI supports Cobra training in Yodaville
Story by Lance Cpl. Zac Scanlon
A Bell AH-1W Cobra assigned to Marine Aviation Weapons and Tactics Squadron One fires dummy rocket rounds and flares during a training exercise at the Barry M. Goldwater Range's Yodaville complex near Marine Corps Air Station Yuma, Ariz., Oct 6. Forward Air Controller Officers in training must learn to call for close air support in an urban environment to pass a part of the Weapons and Tactics Instructor course.
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MCAS Yuma's Color Guard represents centuries of success
Story by Cpl. Sean Dennison
It's one of the most preeminent standards of Corps tradition: the color guard.
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Yuma SAR pilot writes, publishes novel
Story by Cpl. Sean Dennison
Sometimes when Marines find themselves with downtime, they play video games.
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Take it to the mat
Story by Cpl. Shelby Shields
Lance Cpl. Bill Waterstreet with Headquarters and Headquarters Squadron wrestles an opponent in the 170 pound weight class during a wrestling tournament hosted by Semper Fit Oct. 4 at the MCAS Yuma gym. Seven wrestlers were awarded gold for their victories during the tournament. Semper Fit hosts a wide variety of tournaments and intramural sports around the station.
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You fight for it, make your vote count
Story by Cpl. Jolene Bopp
Let's face the facts, most politician's do not care about young voters. Why should they, we obviously don't care about the future of America. According to Census Current Population Survey, only half of people ages 18-24 vote. By these numbers, we are saying we do not care about which way our country goes. Let's show politicians and America they are wrong.
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Annual Operation Ball Gown brings high fashion to MCAS
Story by Cpl. Shelby Shields
1st Lt. Steven E. Nye, Jr., and wife Samantha Nye work the catwalk during the annual Operation Ball Gown fashion show Oct. 5 at the station enlisted club, Club Pulse. The fashion show portrayed a variety of ball gowns in anticipation of this year's Marine Corps Ball.
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Station helps Yumans G.A.I.N. safety knowledge
Story by Cpl. Sean Dennison
The children of a Marine Corps Air Station Yuma Marines pose in one of the Marine Corps Air Station Yuma Aircraft Rescue and Firefighting section fire trucks, during the G.A.I.N. Public Safety Night Out at the Yuma Palms, Oct. 6. The event is held annually to allow Yumans to have a face-to-face with their public servants. Marines with the ARFF, Explosive Ordnance Disposal section and the Provost Marshal's Office volunteered their time to demonstrate what assets they provide to public safety. Civilian sectors such as highway patrolmen and Border Patrol also came to the event.
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Frequently Asked Questions Installation Personnel Administration Center (IPAC) Quarterly Newsletter
Story by IPAC
1. Are all of my children eligible for automatic family coverage?
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