MCAS Cherry Point News

181019-M-MH051-0117.JPG - A plate is displayed for the preparation portion during the 2018 Chef of the Year competition at the Chow Hall on Marine Corps Air Station Cherry Point, N.C., Oct. 19, 2018. The Marines went head-to-head to see which chef would make the cut and be crowned the Chef of the Year. Participants were judged on the taste of the food, their table presentation and their knowledge of their chosen cuisine. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Micha R. Pierce)

Four Cherry Point food service Marines compete for Chef of the Year 2018

As the sun rose on Oct. 19, four food service specialist Marines were already hard at work in the kitchen of the Marine Corps Air Station Cherry Point, North Carolina, mess hall. Getting to their cooking stations before 5 a.m. that Friday morning, these Marines began preparing, what they hoped to be, the winning combination of food to claim the title of MCAS Cherry Point’s 2018 Chef of the Year.

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181019-M-MH051-0115.JPG - Tug-of-warriors from the “IPACian Elders” dig deep during the 2018 Combined Federal Campaign tug-of-war tournament at Marine Corps Air Station Cherry Point, N.C., Oct. 19, 2018. The tournament is hosted annually to raise awareness about how the CFC provides opportunities to donate to various nonprofit organizations. This year, the Cherry Point IPAC brought two of the 11 teams who fought for the chance to take home the trophy. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl Micha R. Pierce)

Service Members Battle it out During the Annual Combined Federal Campaign Tug-of-War Tournament

Service members battle it out during the annual Combined Federal Campaign tug-of-war tournament to raise awareness of the fund drive.

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181018-M-KY087-0074.JPG - A team of Marines, aka “Minions,” participated in the stein race during the fifth annual Rocktoberfest at Marine Corps Air Station Cherry Point, N.C., Oct. 18, 2018. The goal of the stein race was to maneuver through an obstacle course with a stein full of water without spilling any; the group with the most maintained liquid, wins. Other events Rocktoberfest offered service members and their families included; a stein hoist, hammerschlagen, free food and drinks, and live music. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Pfc. Jacob Bertram)

Cherry Point families get a glimpse into Germany at Rocktoberfest 2018

Service members and their families let loose and got in touch with their inner rock star while learning a little about authentic German culture during the 5th annual Rocktoberfest at Marine Corps Air Station Cherry Point, North Carolina, Oct. 18, 2018. Rocktoberfest is hosted by Cherry Point Marine Corps Community Services and is intended bring the Cherry Point community together and build camaraderie while having a great time.

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180505-M-TW696-0001.JPG - New Bern, N.C., native, Hubie Tolson performs a low pass in front of a crowd during an aerial performance at the 2018 Marine Corps Air Station Cherry Point Air Show, May 5, 2018. Hubie Tolson was one of dozens of dazzling performers and displays entertaining crowds of aviation enthusiasts and Eastern North Carolina residents. (U.S. Marine Corps Photo by Sgt. Colin Broadstone)

Hubie Tolson performs during the 2018 MCAS Cherry Point Air Show

New Bern, N.C., native, Hubie Tolson gives a crowd pleasing acrobatic aerial demonstration during the 2018 Marine Corps Air Station Cherry Point Air Show, May 5, 2018. Hubie Tolson was one of dozens of dazzling performers and displays entertaining crowds of aviation enthusiasts and Eastern North Carolina residents.

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180831-M-WM087-0193.JPG - The Headquarter & Headquarters Squadron command staff – executive officer Maj. Richard Moritz, left, Sgt. Maj. Christopher Davis, center, and commanding officer Lt. Col. Christopher Benfield – face the final daunting task of carrying the enormous trophy off the field after participating in the annual Field Meet, beating Marine Wing Headquarters Squadron 2 at Marine Corps Air Station Cherry Point, N.C., Aug. 31, 2018. Marines from H&HS and MWHS-2 went head to head in the competition to determine which headquarters squadron is the best on MCAS Cherry Point. (Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Andrew King)

H&HS rams MWHS-2 in 2018 Field Meet

With an unprecedented show of force, Headquarters & Headquarters Squadron obliterated Marine Wing Headquarters Squadron 2 during their annual Field Meet at Marine Corps Air Station Cherry Point, N.C., Aug. 31, 2018. Under the searing North Carolina sun, H&HS became back-to-back champs with a lop-sided score of seven to two, in a contest that usually is not decided until the final moments.

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