U.S. Marines with Marine Wing Support Squadron (MWSS) 472, based out of Fort Dix, New Jersey, completed a training and readiness event at Marine Corps Air Station (MCAS) Cherry Point, North Carolina, Nov. 14-17, 2022. MWSS-472 Expeditionary Fire Rescue (EFR) platoon, a reserve unit, collaborated with station Aircraft Rescue and Fire Fighting (ARFF) to complete annual requirements and utilize training simulators not available within their unit.
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President Joseph R. Biden Jr. and First Lady Dr. Jill Biden joined forces with renowned Chef Robert Irvine to serve up a tasty Friendsgiving meal to about 400 Marines, Sailors and families of Marine Corps Base Camp Lejeune, and Marine Corps Air Stations (MCAS) Cherry Point and New River at MCAS Cherry Point, North Carolina, Nov. 21, 2022.The event was part of the ongoing White House initiative Joining Forces, to support military families, according to the first lady. The Robert J. Irvine Foundation has been a close ally, as the event marked the second time the two have teamed up to honor and support military families.
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Devil Pups is facilitated by Marine Corps Community Services and gives kids the opportunity to learn about Marine Corps traditions, participate in a mock combat fitness test and a traditional cake cutting ceremony in honor of the Corps’ 247th birthday.
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The tournament allowed U.S. Marines, their families, and air station civilians the opportunity to gather for a fun, collective competition and learn more about various violence prevention resources.
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Leadership Carteret is an annual program run by the Carteret County Chamber of Commerce and gives local leaders, business owners, and professionals knowledge of the economic and social impact of their neighboring Marine Corps installation.
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