JULY 1, 2026 — U.S. Marine Corps Education Command has launched the official Marine Corps Uniform App, a free mobile application that provides Marines with convenient, on-the-go access to uniform and grooming guidance, June 29, 2026. The app announced in MARADMIN 299/26, is developed as a companion to Marine Corps Order 1020.34,Marine Corps Uniform Regulations, providing a … [Read more...]
Mission Ready for the 4th of July
JULY 1, 2026 - The 4th of July weekend is a time for service members and their families to travel, host cookouts, and enjoy the summer. However, unpredictable weather, increased road traffic, and fire hazards require strict situational awareness. Maintaining off-duty safety is a critical component of overall mission readiness. "Safety doesn't take a holiday,” said Lt. Col. … [Read more...]
Marines Support Earthquake Response in Venezuela
JULY 1, 2026 - Following two earthquakes off the northern coast of Venezuela on June 24 the United States mobilized a humanitarian response at the request of the Venezuelan government. To support U.S. Southern Command’s rapid deployment of personnel and specialized equipment into the disaster zone, Littoral Combat Force 24 transitioned from scheduled regional security missions … [Read more...]
Air Force Honors B-52 Crew Lost in Crash
JULY 1, 2026 - The air fell quiet Monday evening as families, teammates and senior Air Force leaders gathered beneath the high ceiling of an aircraft hangar to honor the eight members of the B-52 Stratofortress crew lost in a crash at Edwards Air Force Base two weeks earlier. The June 15 crash claimed the lives of Col. Gregory “Evil” Watson, Lt. Col. Gabriel “Journee” … [Read more...]
Airman Conquers 7 World Marathon Majors
JULY 1, 2026 - Six days after crossing the finish line in Boston, one Air Force colonel laced up again and ran the London Marathon. Still sore and fatigued, Air Force Col. Alfredo "Juny" Laboy knew quitting was not an option because he was too close to completing his goal of becoming the only active-duty service member to complete all seven Abbott World Marathon Majors … [Read more...]