May 7, 2014, NEW ORLEANS - Top Marine Corps leaders are researching interests of Marines, family members, retirees and government civilians concerning fitness, sports, and other recreational pursuits that contribute to an individual’s well-being. An online survey is being randomly sent to personnel asking what they find important to have on and around their military … [Read more...]
Odierno Helps Army Honor ‘Sacrifices of Our EOD Heroes’
EGLIN AIR FORCE BASE, Fla. (May 6, 2014) - Naval School Explosive Ordnance Disposal hosted the 45th Annual Explosive Ordnance Disposal Memorial Ceremony at the EOD Memorial next to the Kauffman EOD Training Complex here, Saturday. The EOD community from all four Services gathered to remember the historical legacy of 298 EOD heroes as well as to add an additional eight EOD … [Read more...]
2014 Civilian Employee Command Climate Survey
May 6, 2014, Marine Corps Base Quantico - Starting Monday May 5, Marine Corps Base Quantico will solicit input through an online climate survey to assess the organizational climate and identify opportunities for improvement. This will be very similar to the survey conducted about 18 months ago for civilian employees. There were some significant topics identified last year and … [Read more...]
VMAQ-2 Increases Combat Proficiency
May 2, 2014, MARINE CORPS AIR STATION CHERRY POINT, N.C. - Marine Tactical Electronic Warfare Squadron 2 increased the proficiency of their pilots with low-level navigation flights April 17 at Marine Corps Air Station Cherry Point, N.C. During low-level navigation flights, pilots fly the EA-6B Prowler at low of altitudes while traveling at increased speeds. "This training … [Read more...]
Marine Corps Changes Authorized ‘Professional Gear’ for PCS
May 2, 2014, MARINE CORPS AIR STATION CHERRY POINT, N.C. - Marines and sailors planning permanent change of station moves during the summer season should expect a change to the amount of professional gear authorized as part of a funded PCS. The Department of Defense plans to change policies regarding authorized weight limits for professional gear and what items constitute … [Read more...]